In our instant-everything culture, waiting has become almost extinct, yet the most important things in life rarely happen instantly. Joseph faced an impossible situation when Mary was found pregnant, forcing him into uncertainty and confusion. ...

The period between the Old and New Testaments reveals God's sovereignty through dramatic historical events. From Persian rule that allowed Jewish return to Jerusalem, through Alexander's Greek conquest and empire division, to the Maccabean revo...

Daniel 12 reveals two eternal destinations awaiting humanity - everlasting life or everlasting contempt. The wicked operate independently of God, believing in their own strength, while the wise recognize their need for the Lord. During unpreced...

The prophet Daniel, living in exile under Persian rule, studied Jeremiah's prophecy about Israel's 70-year captivity and was moved to pray for his people's restoration. His powerful prayer wasn't based on his own righteousness but on God's merc...

David's life teaches us about facing two types of giants: the obvious ones like Goliath that paralyze us with fear, and the hidden ones within our hearts that can destroy us from within. When David faced Goliath as a teenager, he trusted in God...

Apocalyptic literature like Daniel and Revelation uses symbolic language, visions, and numbers to communicate God's sovereignty over history. Rather than getting lost in identifying every symbol, we should focus on the main message: God is in c...

Daniel's vision in chapter 8 reveals a pattern of evil that believers can understand and navigate. The prophecy describes the rise of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who brutally persecuted God's people for approximately six years before being defeated...

Two ancient empires, Assyria and Babylon, repeatedly opposed God's people in the Old Testament, each representing different forms of evil. Assyria was a brutal war machine that loved violence and conquest, destroying the northern kingdom of Isr...

Daniel chapter 7 reveals the spiritual battle raging behind world events through a vision of four terrifying beasts representing evil kingdoms throughout history. In the midst of this chaos, the Ancient of Days (God the Father) sits on his thro...

Daniel's story reveals what unwavering faith looks like in practice. At 85 years old, serving under the Medo-Persian empire, Daniel maintained such integrity that his enemies couldn't find any fault with his character or work. When they devised...

The fall of Babylon in 539 B.C. reveals timeless truths about pride and divine judgment. King Belshazzar's arrogant feast, using sacred temple vessels to mock God, led to supernatural writing on the wall declaring his kingdom's end. Despite kno...

Nebuchadnezzar's testimony in Daniel 4 reveals how God deals with human pride. As the most powerful ruler of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar received a troubling dream about a great tree being cut down, which Daniel interpreted as God's coming judgment...

Faith in the Furnace explores how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego demonstrated unwavering faith when faced with King Nebuchadnezzar's demand to worship a golden idol. Their three-dimensional faith—assurance in God's ability, confidence in His d...

Daniel 2 reveals God's sovereignty over all earthly kingdoms through Nebuchadnezzar's dream of a statue representing four successive empires. When faced with an impossible demand to reveal and interpret the king's dream, Daniel seeks God in pra...

Living faithfully in a challenging world requires wisdom from biblical examples like Daniel. When taken into Babylonian captivity, Daniel faced systematic attempts to change his identity, beliefs, and lifestyle. Yet he strategically maintained ...

The final chapter of Acts shows Paul under house arrest in Rome, yet still boldly proclaiming the gospel without hindrance. This seemingly abrupt ending powerfully illustrates the central message: nothing can stop God's mission. Despite facing ...

In Acts 27, Paul faces a life-threatening storm at sea while being transported to Rome as a prisoner. Despite the captain's poor decisions and a hurricane-force storm that destroys their ship, Paul stands firm on God's promise that he will reac...

📖 In this week's passage, we see the Apostle Paul deliver a masterclass in boldly defending the gospel, yet doing so with gentleness and respect. Are you ready to take a stand for Jesus and share your story with others? Watch or lis...

 Sometimes the world turns, and God seems absent. But He is there, working even when it isn't easily seen.  Watch or listen now to this week's message from our series in Acts: To the Ends of the Earth Needing a Favor (Acts 25...

Acts: To the ends of the earth "Cheerfully Making Your Defense" | Guest Speaker: Bob Bressert

When this world "flings dust into the air," we must remember three things. . . Listen now to this inspired message from guest preacher Bob Bressert.

Sometimes our stories feel ordinary, superficial, or painful. But the Gospel changes our stories into great stories that bring hope to people and glory to the Lord. Watch or listen now to this week's message from the book of Acts!Acts: t...

 Chaos can reign in multiple ways. Paul shows a clear path in the midst of this - a devotion to the Lord by loving others. Watch or listen to this week's message from our series in Acts: To the Ends of the Earth | Submitting to the Train W...

How do we know the will of the Lord? Is it simply a matter of avoiding pain or difficulty? This week, we will explore this question so that we can follow the Lord with greater confidence.Acts 21:1-16 "The will of the Lord" With Pastor To...

Acts: To the ends of the earth "Speech to the Ephesian elders" | Guest Speaker: Hunter Thorpe.