Have you ever found yourself pondering how you can serve Jesus through your education or job, only to have those thoughts slip away? It's a common struggle, isn't it? That was definitely true for me! But as soon as I fully committed to Jesus, it felt like God took care of everything. All I had to do was put my trust in Him and wait it out with patience. Today, Pastor Richard is here to inspire you to serve God with everything you’ve got!
Have you seen how the kids are these days? They’re all about this so-called “trend.” When something goes viral, it’s like a wave that everyone just has to ride! Have you ever thought about how living by the world's standards might actually distance you from your Creator? In today’s message, Pastor Richard is here to inspire you to ditch the ways of the world and deepen your relationship with Jesus. That's the only thing that matters!
Restoring something that's broken is truly an art form in itself. And you know what? God has an amazing way of taking broken people and transforming them for His purpose. Paul is the perfect example of that. He once hunted down Christians, but then God turned his life around completely. Today, Pastor Richard shares a powerful message about how God has the ability to mend your life, even if you feel lost or broken.
The book of Revelation dives into the themes of the end times and the impending judgment period. It also gives us a glimpse into how the Antichrist will seize power over the world. He’s going to kick things off by working to bring peace to the nations that are currently at odds with one another. Then, with a sly twist, he’ll seize power in Israel and begin targeting the Jews. Today, Pastor Richard goes into a discussion about the end times.
Not everyone has the same personality types and skillsets. Some people may be fantastic singers, and some may be… well, fantastic listeners. In today’s message, Pastor Richard teaches that your call may not look the same as someone else’s, but it is incredibly important. Your call to leadership may be a call to be a spiritual leader in your home. Your call to mercy may be a call to act mercifully to the students you teach. Whatever it is, do it well.
Every efficient jobsite has workers doing specific tasks. There may be some working on unboxing materials, some doing the prep work, some installing, and some inspecting for any issues. In today’s message, Pastor Richard teaches that, as a Christian, you are a member of the Church, and your role may not be the same as others around you. However, each role is mission-critical. Whatever task God has for you is uniquely important.
The Word of God tells us that as we near the judgment period, Israel will find itself teetering on the edge of defeat against other nations. Israel might find itself taken by surprise by the actions of its adversaries. But you know what’s amazing about God? Even when the odds seem totally against them, He’s there to grant His people victory over all challenges. Today, Pastor Richard will tell you how God looks after His chosen nation!
The scriptures suggest that America may not quite measure up in the end times. It makes sense to consider that rapture might be a big player in the mix. In today's message, Pastor Richard shares a vivid illustration of how the rapture could spell trouble for America. With all the believers joining God, the nation might find itself short on manpower, which could lead to challenges against other nations. Rest easy, God’s got everything under control!
Picture this: You’re a kid, and your folks are telling you not to do something, because they know it could be harmful. You have a hard time believing it’s anything bad, so you go ahead and do it anyway. When trouble comes knocking at your door, your parents step in and assist. They tried to warn you, but left you to make that decision. Today, Pastor Richard shares that in life, God warns, disciplines, but He’s there to help you through it.
So, when you flip that stove switch, do you ever wonder if the fire just magically ignites by itself? It takes a little spark to ignite the flames. In the same way, there are times when your faith might not quite be where it needs to be. And that’s the moment when God swoops in and lights up that spark of faith. In today’s message, Pastor Richard shares some thoughts on how God supports your journey of trust and helps you flourish.
No one can be a perfect servant of God, besides Jesus! Even Peter, one of Jesus’ most trusted disciples, denied Him three times before the crucifixion. But Pastor Richard teaches us today that even though Peter turned his back on his friend and teacher, Jesus didn’t turn His back on Peter. When we humble ourselves and repent of our sins, God heals us and restores us to what we were originally made to be, no matter what we have done.
Every efficient jobsite has workers doing specific tasks. There may be some working on unboxing materials, some doing the prep work, some installing, and some inspecting for any issues. In today’s message, Pastor Richard teaches that, as a Christian, you are a member of the Church, and your role may not be the same as others around you. However, each role is mission-critical. Whatever task God has for you is uniquely important.
We’ll never learn it all in this life. Scripture reveals this truth that most of us are well aware of: we don’t know everything. There will come a day when all knowledge will be given to us, but that can only happen when we stand before God in eternity, with perfect bodies and souls, free from any hint of our sinful nature. As Pastor Richard will remind us today, even in our state of ignorance, we can find comfort and hope in God’s Word.
It’s a true blessing to know that our God is a God of His Word! Can you name another God who would uphold His promises for thousands and thousands of years? Pastor Richard teaches you today about how the covenant that God established with Abraham has very generous terms, and has forgiven the Israelite people time and time again, even when they abandon the love of their Creator and choose to worship false idols instead.
Land is a valuable resource. You need land to build homes, you need soil to cultivate crops, and you need natural resources to not only sustain your own life, but to trade with others in exchange for other things you need. Pastor Richard teaches you today that the land God promised to Abraham in Genesis still belongs to his descendants all these years later, and the resources of that land are not to be exploited by other settlers.
It’s easy to feel like no one cares about you. Over the last several years, there’s been a noticeable shift in society becoming increasingly individualistic, and many people are left suffering in silence and isolation. But Pastor Richard wants you to know today that there is a God who loves you and cares about you! He knows everything that is going on in your life. You are a beloved child of God, and He is ready to hear your prayers and bless you.
Being a pastor isn’t a role that should be taken lightly. Instead, God’s Word teaches that those who take on this role are held to a higher standard, as they are responsible for the souls of the people under their care. Pastor Richard reminds you today that he is also a sheep in God’s flock, but he has a responsibility to everyone listening to this program today to teach God’s Word in its entirety. His job is to continually point people toward Jesus.
On our own, we are weak and vulnerable. It is impossible to follow God’s commands under our own strength. But the deception that Pastor Richard warns against in today’s message is the lie that there’s no way to live a Godly life in this world. We have access to the Holy Spirit, and when you accept Jesus as your Savior, that Spirit will come to dwell in you. In Him, you can live a God-honoring life of obedience and wholeness. Not that you’ll never fall into sin, but it will be the exception, not the rule.
We’ll never learn it all in this life. Scripture reveals this truth that most of us are well aware of: we don’t know everything. There will come a day when all knowledge will be given to us, but that can only happen when we stand before God in eternity, with perfect bodies and souls, free from any hint of our sinful nature. As Pastor Richard will remind us today, even in our state of ignorance, we can find comfort and hope in God’s Word.
Many of us are guilty of that in our lives. We try to fit God into our will for life. We search His Word and twist our interpretations to support who we want God to be instead of submitting ourselves to who He is. As Pastor Richard will remind us in today’s message, following God is a journey of discovery. As we seek His face and strive to live in a way that honors Him, we’ll make mistakes, but as our faith grows, we keep moving forward.