Have you ever felt like you lacked the strength to accomplish what you were called to do? In times like that, it is easy to let go of hope for the future and even hope for this present moment. We can take heart, because God has made it clear that his will for his peoples’ lives is much better than that. Carter Conlon examines the way that God responds to us in our times of weakness.
One of the most important things that a Christian can do is to really dig into God’s word. Studying scripture deeply can give us a better understanding of God’s promises. One commonly misunderstood concept in scripture is prosperity. We often think of prosperity in earthly terms—possessions, achievements, and a comfortable life. In reality, difficult times can be a blessing, and true prosperity only comes from God.
At some point in life, we will all face a situation that seems impossible. God may ask us to do something that looks ridiculous in the eyes of man. What might now look like ruins, rubble and death, God can rebuild and resurrect. Believe and trust God to do the miraculous.
Isaiah and Jesus both spoke of destruction coming upon God’s people, but the people of their times didn’t believe them. Pastor Gary Wilkerson believes that the pride of prosperity, a party spirit and perversion have brought America to a place of God’s impending judgment, but many today don’t won’t receive this type of message. In a culture that seems to be spiraling into wickedness, is there any hope for America?
The church is being called to Babylon—a God moment. A refining of his people to reveal courage and holiness. When the people of God stand up for what is right, God shows up and people repent. Tim Dilena shares a powerful message on God's plan to take his church through the furnace for a last-day revelation.
Most Christians will be familiar with the phrases “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” and “God inhabits the praises of his people.” They’re both found in Psalm 22, which Jesus quotes in his darkest hour. Why? Because even when life seems to be going down, we can lift praises to God because he is holy, good and unchanging.
We all face temptations and have two options in these moments: either flee from them or allow them to lead us into sin. Scripture tells us that God provides a way out when temptation comes, and Gary Wilkerson shows us in this powerful teaching what that journey looks like.
There will be trouble in this world; the enemy makes sure of it. But we can't be ruled by fear—it must be mastered or it will take over your life, killing faith in the process. Nicky Cruz encourages us to turn to Jesus in our fear and stand firm in his truth.
Election Day has come and gone, but what's next in our country? And how do we navigate the rest of this 2020 year? Tim Dilena shares a powerful word about the importance of our obedience. Regardless of who is in office, it doesn't determine what we do as a believer and who we put our faith in.
In 2 Kings 18-19, Assyria is used by God to conquer Israel as a tool of discipline. Assyria, believing because they had victory in Israel they could also have victory in Judah, aim south. And just like Assyria then, there are enemies of God and his Church today that have had victories over Christians and believe they can have total victory over God's people. Tim Dilena believes a new storm is coming to attack the Body of Christ, but it's an opportunity for us to be stronger than ever before. It's time to pray and take a stand!