Why is humility so central to the Christian life? Pastor Skip reminds you that the Bible’s focus isn’t the cradle of Christmas but the cross of Calvary—and that true greatness comes through surrender.
What would happen if you started thinking like Jesus? Pastor Skip challenges you to adopt His mindset of humility and love as you enter the new year.
Who is Jesus—really? Pastor Skip explains how Christ is both fully God and fully man, and why that truth changes everything about how you live.
What’s the key to harmony in your relationships? Pastor Skip reveals why genuine humility transforms how you treat others—and points them to Jesus.
If the trials of life could only exist by popular demand, we would have voted them away long ago. People, by and large, hate suffering of any kind. Here in the Western world, we have made it our aim to mitigate against any form of it by a multitude of distractions and experiences. There is even a theology that seeks to say God never wants us to suffer—ever. Let's look at five reasons why we hate (and love) trials, and consider how they can be used to make us better people.
What’s the secret to staying sane around difficult people? Pastor Skip shows how humility and selflessness can heal relationships and reflect Christ’s love.
How can you stand firm when the world pressures you to compromise? Pastor Skip shares why bowing before God gives you strength to stand before anyone.
Does your life reflect the gospel you proclaim? Pastor Skip challenges you to live in a way that matches your message and honors Christ.
What makes life worth living? Pastor Skip explains why true joy is found not in escaping this world—but in helping others grow closer to Jesus.
How do you balance longing for Heaven while still living faithfully on Earth? Pastor Skip shares how to wrestle well with both desires as you serve Christ today.
"Born again" wasn't a term invented by the popular press or religious fundamentalists. It was something Jesus told Nicodemus must happen for anyone to enter heaven (see John 3:3). Peter certainly heard that term from Jesus and speaks of it here (as well as in 1 Peter 1:23). It's a term synonymous with being saved and having eternal life. What does this new birth provide? In a word—solidity! Coming to Christ brings hope, inheritance, and power.
How can you live without fear of death? Pastor Skip reveals how trusting Jesus turns even life’s hardest questions into unshakable hope.
Can you predict your future? Pastor Skip shares how you can face uncertainty with confidence when your hope is anchored in Christ.
How should you respond to critics and troublemakers? Pastor Skip explains why magnifying the truth always wins over defending yourself.
Was the early church really perfect? Pastor Skip uncovers the struggles of the first believers—and how God still brought beauty out of their mess.
What happens when you feel chained by circumstances? Pastor Skip shows how God can turn every restriction into an opportunity to share His truth.
"Born again" wasn't a term invented by the popular press or religious fundamentalists. It was something Jesus told Nicodemus must happen for anyone to enter heaven (see John 3:3). Peter certainly heard that term from Jesus and speaks of it here (as well as in 1 Peter 1:23). It's a term synonymous with being saved and having eternal life. What does this new birth provide? In a word—solidity! Coming to Christ brings hope, inheritance, and power.
How can you stay joyful when life feels confining? Pastor Skip helps you see how joy doesn’t depend on your circumstances—it depends on your Savior.
How can your love keep growing without compromising truth? Pastor Skip reveals how knowledge and discernment give your love strength and sincerity.
What should you pray for most? Pastor Skip shows how love—real, discerning, Christlike love—is at the heart of every powerful prayer.