In light of the return of Christ, what must Christian dads tell their kids? Pastor Daniel navigates through this section of 1 Peter and shows us what is most important. 1 Peter 4:12-19 12 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice insofar as you …
Hebrews 12:1-2 Enduring Faith
Pastor Daniel shows us how God intends for us to possess a faith that endures. We keep our focus on Christ as the example and the object of our faith. Hebrews 12:1-2 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance …
7:7-12 Doubt Not
Pastor Daniel teaches about the promises that Jesus makes to us regarding prayer. Through prayer we are enabled to see the Sermon on the Mount become a reality in our lives. Matthew 7:7-12 7 “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks …
Numbers 21:4-9 The Bronze Serpent
Pastor Daniel explains that the work of God in the past presses us to trust God in the present. Numbers 21:4-9 4 From Mount Hor they set out by the way to the Red Sea, to go around the land of Edom. And the people became impatient on the way. 5 And the people spoke against God and against Moses, “Why have …
Living Out Holiness in the Midst of Pain
Pastor Daniel explains how we are called and equipped to live out our faith in the toughest of times. 1 Peter 1:13-19 13 Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14 As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions …
Be Sure of What You Give: The Certainty of David Brainerd
Pastor Daniel spoke on how the certainty of Christ allows us to be willing to sacrifice our lives. 2 Timothy 1:8-12 8 Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, 9 who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not …