One of God's simplest commandments is also among the most confounding: Be ye holy. Some people see that they cannot achieve holiness and just give up. Others try to become holy through sheer effort. Neither of these responses is correct because God has provided one, and only one, way to break the grip of sin.
When God’s people are on fire with the message of the gospel, the enemy takes notice. Those who fearlessly declare that Jesus is Lord should expect resistance, but they can stand firm in the knowledge that God will prevail.
Jesus commanded his followers not to be anxious about anything, but that seems easier said than done. How can we follow this commandment when it is so hard to let go of our worries? Gary Wilkerson offers practical ways to look beyond our everyday concerns to seek the kingdom of God.
The Bible speaks of Ahab and Jezebel, King and Queen of Israel, as some of the most evil people to have ever ruled. While Ahab and Jezebel committed many atrocities during their time in power, the book of 1 Kings take care to emphasize their arrogance. Tim Dilena explains why every person should have humility before God.
The strength to overcome adversity does not come from our own skills, resources or intellect. Ultimate deliverance comes from God. Gary Wilkerson explains that God’s strength is best appreciated when we come face to face with our own weakness.
Are you speaking into your family members’ lives? Are you recognizing God’s calling for them, even when they can’t see it for themselves? Carter Conlon looks to the book of Esther to demonstrate that one person who sees the God-given potential may be all it takes to transform a life.
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.