Through 1 Peter we are learning to lean on the gospel in the midst of our affliction, discovering how to cope with injustice, and be filled with hope while we do so.

John wrote, “After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb.” What has to take place before that?

“For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures, and that he appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve.” Paul stated clearly that the Resurrection of Jesus was of first importance. Find out why in this podcast!

“I don’t understand why Jesus had to die on the Cross!” In this message Pastor Leno provides reasons why Jesus came and why he died in our place.

Matthew 21:1-17 As Jesus draws near to the final events that led to his death on the cross we see the coronation and declaration of a King. The crowds shouted “Hosanna!” which means “Save us now!” The people are excited about this Jesus who will deliver them but is this the king they are expecting? Who is this Jesus and what is his true purpose?

In the passage we cover today, 1 Peter 3:8-12, we examine list of godly virtues that all believers are called to exemplify at all times, in submission to Jesus as Lord of all.

When Peter wrote this letter things were lopsided in terms of marital responsibilities. But along comes this new Christian ethic which turns everything upside down and inside out. Husbands also have duties and obligations in this covenant relationship called marriage.

Peter now applies the general principle of submission more specifically. “Wives, in the same way submit yourselves to your own husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives…” Has there ever been a more understood passage? Tune in to hear how Pastor Garth explains it.

Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution? You’re kidding, right…? What does it mean for a servant of God to be subject to every human institution?

The best defense against everything that wages war against your soul is a strong offense. The best way to defend your spiritual life, and protect your heart, is to make sure you are growing in grace.