Jesus came into the world to bring the light of God’s presence to fallen mankind and redeem all those who would believe on Him from the power of sin and the penalty of eternal judgement. Jesus’ coming, however, was not a chance event: from the moment that the first man and woman disobeyed God, God set in motion His plan to redeem the fallen human race. Join us as Dr. Lovette opens the scriptures and shows how Jesus came at just the right time, in just the right way, to fulfill God’s perfect plan. When Jesus came into the world, He brought the Light of God's glory to a dark world. When we repent of our sins and receive Him by faith, His light fills our lives and we display His Light to our world.

When Jesus was born, the light of God's glory entered this sinful, fallen world, suddenly making the invisible God visible. The light of Heaven shone down in the birth of the Son of God. When Jesus came to man, it was the most powerful event that had ever happened on earth, and it still is today, as Jesus comes to live in the lives of all who will receive Him. Long before the Bethlehem birth, the Old Testament prophets spoke of the light that would come into the world. Join us as Dr. Lovette begins a series of messages that look at the light of the world, God’s light, and at the difference it makes in those who are touched by it.

In this concluding message of Transforming Grace, Dr. Lovette explores the last chapter of Acts, which gives an account of the Apostle Paul’s arrival in Rome, and shows us how Paul left a legacy of faith everywhere he went: even places he did not intend to go. From the Damascus road to the emperor’s judgment seat, Paul’s journey inspires every Christian to live a life of submission to the will of God, trusting that, no matter our beginning, God has a plan for us that, if we’re willing to follow it, will lead to a Kingdom impact in our world.

Life is filled with intersections: circumstances that force us to make a decision to either continue down the path we are on or choose a different direction. Sometimes our decisions lead down a path of joy, and other times the lead to problems and sorrow. Because we do not always know the perfect path, we have to trust in our perfect God to show us the way. His Holy Spirit lives within each one of His children and leads us in the path of righteousness: the right path for our lives. Join Dr. Lovette as he continues his study of the life of the Apostle Paul and shows us how his faith--faith and devotion to duty in the midst of danger—can be an example to us today.

Standing up for what is right is risky, especially when surrounded by people who are confused about the wrong. Sometimes it might mean standing alone—sometimes it might cost us everything—but standing up for what is right is always the right thing to do. In Acts chapter 26, Paul finds himself defending his faith in front of some of the most powerful people in the world, standing up for Jesus even though it risked imprisonment. What would Paul say when his life hung in the balance? What would he stand upon when he stood alone? Join us as Dr. Lovette opens the Bible and shows us how we, too, can stand upon the firm foundation of Jesus’ promises when we stand up for what is right.

In today’s world of corruption and relativism, true Christians often find themselves at odds with people who believe that is is not only acceptable to trample others in their pursuit of power, but necessary in order to “get ahead”. The Apostle Paul faced this dilemma when he stood before Festus, a Roman official who was interested in the philosophy of Christianity, but who chose instead to play politics when faced with the choice of whether to free Paul or imprison him. Join us as Dr. Lovette teaches us from Acts chapter 25, showing how we, like Paul, can remain strong in our faith and witness even in the face of corrupt people.

As Christians, we are called not only to tell others about Jesus but also to live like Him. If we say we love Jesus but fail to follow His commandments, then how can we expect the people around us to believe our message? Throughout his ministry, the Apostle Paul often faced false accusers—people who wanted to silence the message of Jesus by convincing the world that he, and people like him, were dangerous. In every situation—before both religious and political leaders—Paul maintained his integrity, proving by his actions that he was a genuine Christian. Paul’s integrity made a difference in the lives of the people around him and made his message believable. Can we say the same about our own lives? Join us as Dr. Lovette opens the Bible to Acts chapter 24 and shows us how Paul’s witness can guide us in our own lives today.

Is Jesus Christ the Lord of your life? In this powerful message delivered by Reverend Jim Harris on Homecoming Sunday, we are challenged to come face-to-face with the truth that Jesus is “both Lord and Christ” (Acts 2:36)—those who come to Jesus must accept Him as both their Savior and their Lord.

One of the most frightening times to face a storm is at night. Huddled inside, not being able to see what is happening around you, hearing the wind and rain and crashing sounds—it produces feelings of helplessness, uncertainty, and desperation. During his ministry, the Apostle Paul faced many storms: his enemies often attacked him in the night with their words, weapons, and political allies. Today, Dr. Lovette opens Acts chapter 23 and takes a closer look at one of those nights. Here was a man of God, a faithful servant of Jesus Christ, a target of vicious men who wanted to destroy him.

Whose path are you following: yours, or God’s? God has a perfect plan for our lives and wants to lead us each and every step of the way. Though it may lead us into uncomfortable or dangerous situations, God’s path is the only one that leads to His kingdom and Heaven. If we stray from God’s path, all we will find are dead ends and disappointment. Join Dr. Lovette as he teaches from Acts chapter 23 and shows us how the Apostle Paul followed God’s path through dangerous situations. Paul’s experiences are an example to us today about how a life transformed by God’s grace can accomplish great things even in the midst of great danger.