What if we dared to be Daniel in the world we live in today? The 4 characteristics of Daniel all Christians should emulate in our own lives.توسط Derek Drake

1 John 1:5-2:2 -- Part 3توسط Derek Drake

1 John 1:5-2:2 -- Part 2توسط Derek Drake

Where should our focus be as Christians?توسط Derek Drake

1 John 1:5-2:2 -- Part 1توسط Derek Drake

We'll continue to look at the eyewitness evidence John presents pertaining to Christ's deity and to the purpose statement he presents for his letter.توسط Derek Drake

To wrap up our studies in Revelation, we look to Jesus’ promise of his return in chapter 22. We’ll look at what scripture says about what will happen when He returns.توسط Derek Drake

At this time of year, as so many turn their attention to the birth of Christ, let us remember the reason Jesus left the glory of Heaven to come to this earth, to become a land and bring salvation to those who would believe in Him as the Son of God. The Revelation solidifies the hope we have because of Christ. This morning, we turn our attention to …

“He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” Join us as we read the messages Jesus addressed to seven churches in Revelation. What can we learn and apply today from what Jesus expects of His church?توسط Derek Drake

We'll look at the eyewitness evidence John presents pertaining to Christ's deity.توسط Derek Drake

Part 2 of the introduction to 1, 2 & 3 John discusses the problem John and his audience was facing: Gnosticism.توسط Derek Drake

Jude is the friend everyone needs. One who reminds and encourages you by saying the things no one wants to say. This morning we’ll look at his encouragement to “contend for the faith,” why and how we can do so today.توسط Derek Drake

An overview of the major themes of John's letters, 1, 2 & 3 John.توسط Derek Drake

Many believe 2 Peter was written as Peter was nearing the end of his life. The apostle addresses this in sharing a few of his wisened perspectives in 2 Peter 1. Join us as we study these perspectives and how they apply to us today.توسط Derek Drake

Last week we looked at James 1 and the instruction to “Consider it joy” when we “face trials of many kinds”? This week, we look at 1 Peter, in which Peter writes to a similar audience with a similar problem: Finding joy in their situations. What is this “joy” we read of and are we experiencing it in our lives?…

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering (Patience), Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control.توسط Derek Drake

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The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering (Patience), Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness...توسط Derek Drake

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering (Patience), Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness...توسط Derek Drake

“Running the race of faith” is a marathon, not a sprint. The writer of Hebrews uses this illustration in chapter 12 to teach us several things we need to know in order to reach the finish line and receive the crown of life.توسط Derek Drake

An overarching theme of Hebrews is the better promise and High Priest we, as Christians, have in Christ. This morning, we’ll look at the confidence we should have to come before God’s throne of grace in Hebrews 4.توسط Derek Drake

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering (Patience), Kindness, Goodness...توسط Derek Drake

Paul’s letter to Titus is a refreshing reminder of the grace in which we, as Christians, now live! In Titus 3, Paul details how God’s loving kindness has changed and should continuously change the way we live and treat one another.توسط Derek Drake

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering (Patience), Kindness...توسط Derek Drake

Paul’s second letter to the young preacher Timothy is more of a pep talk for Timothy as Paul nears the end of his life. In encouraging Timothy, Paul provides three illustrations of faithful service to the Lord. These should serve to encourage ALL OF US in our service to God.توسط Derek Drake

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering (Patience)...توسط Derek Drake

Godliness... Is it a mystery? According to Paul, it used to be, but it’s not anymore! Join us as we look at Paul’s first letter to Timothy.توسط Derek Drake

What does the Bible teach about work?توسط Adam Szabo

Our series, “Together in God’s Word,” was always intended to emphasize the unity of the church in devoting themselves to The Word (cf. Acts 2:42). A thread I’ve tried to weave into every lesson is the ONENESS intended within the Lord’s church. Today we look at Paul’s desire to be together with the church in Thessalonica, and what he calls his “Hope…

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy, Peace...توسط Derek Drake

We turn now to Paul’s letter to the Colossians -- which was also written from prison -- a powerful epistle which addresses the spiritual aspects of the life of a Christian. This morning we’ll look at the necessity of spiritual maturity, what it is and how to strive toward achieving it.توسط Derek Drake

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love, Joy...توسط Derek Drake

Paul’s letter to the Philippians, though written from prison, is a letter characterized by the overwhelming joy he has in Christ. As such, he speaks to those in Philippi regarding “conduct worthy of the Gospel.” Join us this morning as we dig deeper into this statement and how it applies to us today.…

The fruit of the Spirit is... Love...توسط Derek Drake

How did the Gentiles go from separated from God to “fellow heirs”? Paul explains this to the Ephesians church and we look to that teaching to understand the application for our lives.توسط Derek Drake

What does it mean to be crucified with Christ? Live a life by faith in Him? Galatians 2:20-21 details an important teaching for the Jewish converts of Paul’s day, and for the “Gentile sinners” of today.توسط Derek Drake

We wrap up our study of Proverbs by looking at the way of the fool. Proverbs is all about being wise, and not foolish, by giving us the wisdom to make the right choice. Will you?توسط Derek Drake

2 Corinthians 4-5 spends a lot of time detailing our wonderful future. As part of this text, Paul explains an important, and oft-forgotten truth: Jesus changes us!توسط Derek Drake

1 Corinthians 13: Known by many as “The Love Chapter,” tells of the greatest, abiding virtue a Christian should embody. This morning we’ll look at why Love is the “Greatest of These”.توسط Derek Drake

What wisdom does Proverbs provide in regards to our work?توسط Derek Drake

A big part of being a Christian is how we think of ourselves in relation to others and the Gospel. Not being “self-seeking” is a principle embodied and taught by Paul and it’s driven by his obsession, all found in 1 Corinthians 10:31-33.توسط Derek Drake

Wisdom found in Proverbs about those who are under authority.توسط Derek Drake

Commandment-Keeping: Some see this as “legalistic” and unnecessary, others take a strict, “legalistic” approach and rebuke those who don’t. What is the proper attitude and is it a difficult task, or unachievable? Let’s look together at 1 Corinthians 7:19, and similar words of Paul to understand why it’s important to keep God’s Commandments…

The church in Corinth was dealing with some of the same issues still impacting the church today. What needs to be the focus of the church, both locally and individually? Christ, and Him crucified... Even if that seems foolish.توسط Derek Drake

Wisdom found in Proverbs about those in positions of authority.توسط Derek Drake

Part 2 of 2: Last time we looked at the destructive power of our speech. This week we look at the Words of wisdom regarding the power to do good with our speech.توسط Derek Drake

People may fall asleep during sermons, but the call to “WAKE UP!” this morning is more aimed toward our spiritual slumber and laziness!توسط Derek Drake

Sin... It separates us from God so that he doesn’t hear us. What is it, why does it have this affect on our relationship with God, and how can we fix it?توسط Derek Drake

Part 1 of 2: What does Proverbs tell us about the improper use of our speech and the destructive power it has?توسط Derek Drake

Are you ashamed of the Gospel? In Romans 1:14-17 (and elsewhere) Paul tells us — and shows us — why he wasn’t ashamed and why we shouldn’t be either.توسط Derek Drake