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What Is Faith?

Ben Foust

Mark 5:21-43

The narrative of the woman in the crowd and Jairus and his daughter teaches us what faith is. They both placed their trust in someone to the extent that they acted upon that trust. They each took a risk to reach out to the One who they believed could change hopeless situations. What mattered was not the amount or strength of their faith but the object of their faith, Jesus Christ. His power is absolutely adequate! He can and will set hopeless and broken things right.

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Mark 5:21-43Mark 5:21-43 Mark 5:21-43By Ben Foust Teaching Date: 12/02/2021The narrative of the woman in the crowd and Jairus and his dau...

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A Disrupted Life

Patrice McCormac

Nehemiah 1:1-2:12

When you understand God is at work and you have a role to play in that plan, you can be guaranteed your life will be disrupted so that you can play a small role in impacting eternity. Nehemiah was able to embrace that disruption to his life because he knew God was at work in human history and Nehemiah had a role to play in that plan.

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Nehemiah 1:1-2:12Neh 1:1-2:12 Neh 1:1-2:12By Patrice McCormac Teaching Date: 11/18/2021When you understand God is at work and you have a ...

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Biblical Hope:From Suffering to Glory

Brian Runk

Romans 8:18-25

Non-Christians often ask why God allows so much suffering in the world if He is so powerful. It is very hard for someone who does not have the Holy Spirit living in them to grasp that God loves all people so much that He is willing to allow a significant amount of suffering in the world while He works tirelessly to win more souls to His kingdom. It is hard for them to understand how powerful our hope is that sustains us through the most difficult times as we labor with God to share His love with the lost.

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Romans 8:18-25Rom 8:18-25 Rom 8:18-25By Brian Runk Teaching Date: 11/04/2021Non-Christians often ask why God allows so much suffering in ...

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How Does God Help When it Hurts?

James Rochford

1 Peter 4:12-19

The Bible warns us that suffering in this world is inevitable. The question is will you suffer as the world suffers, with surprise and complaining or will you suffer with joy and gratitude that you have received mercy instead of justice? Why is gratitude the right response to suffering? Gratitude gives us a "mental break" and places suffering in the correct context. Gratitude also reminds us we are not imprisoned victims of our circumstances. The real question is do you believe God is trustworthy or not?

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1 Peter 4:12-191 Pet 4:12-19 1Pet 4:12-19By James Rochford Teaching Date: 10/18/2021The Bible warns us that suffering in this world is in...

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Preparing Our Minds for Suffering

Conrad Hilario

1 Peter 4:12-19

Since suffering is inevitable in this world, Peter gives six principles for enduring suffering in ways that brings glory to God. Don't be surprised when you encounter suffering. Instead, rejoice in suffering, knowing that God will use it for your good. Make sure you avoid unnecessary suffering, such as suffering as the result of doing evil. When you do suffer, do not be ashamed of suffering for Christ. Entrust your soul to God who is your faithful Creator. Do what is right, for in due time you will receive your reward.

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1 Peter 4:12-191 Pet 4:12-19 1Pet 4:12-19By Conrad Hilario Teaching Date: 09/27/2021Since suffering is inevitable in this world, Peter gi...

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Spiritual Lifestyle in a Rugged World

Dennis McCallum

1 Peter 4:12-19

Peter offers six things to do or not do when encountering suffering as a Christian. Firstly, do not be surprised! Jesus told us the world first hated Him and will hate us as well. Secondly, keep on rejoicing. We can rejoice because suffering teaches us many valuable lessons. Thirdly, do not bring on unnecessary suffering by sinning. Fourthly, do not be ashamed because you bear the name of the One who was not ashamed to go to the cross for us. Fifthly, entrust your soul to a faithful Creator because surely the One who created you will also take care of you in all circumstances. Finally, continue in doing what is right even in the face of difficulties.

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1 Peter 4:1-2, 1 Peter 4:12-191 Pet 4:1-2,1 Pet 4:12-19 1Pet 4:1-2, 1Pet 4:12-19By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 09/23/2021Peter offers ...

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The Bible and Slavery

James Rochford

1 Peter 2:18-25

Although the institution of slavery in the Roman empire was different than European slavery we are more familiar with, it still was an unjust and cruel practice. Some biblical scholars claim that the Bible actually defended the practice of slavery or at the very least delayed its overthrow. They claim Jesus never condemned slavery. The truth is the Bible was profoundly counter-cultural regarding slavery. The New Testament decries slavery, and urges slaves to win their freedom and affirms the value and equality of all persons, slave or free. It was the NT ethic that led to the abolition of slavery.

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1 Peter 2:18-251 Pet 2:18-25 1Pet 2:18-25By James Rochford Teaching Date: 09/13/2021Although the institution of slavery in the Roman empi...

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Suffering for Doing What Is Right

Conrad Hilario

1 Peter 3:17-4:5

Peter uses the story of Noah to illustrate that it is better to suffer for doing right than for doing wrong. Noah endured about a hundred years of mockery for building a boat in a land that never saw rain. But Noah faithfully continued to build the ark and preached righteousness. Peter explains the ark saving the righteous from the judgment of the flood symbolized how Jesus is our ark who saves us from God's judgment through His resurrection. Water baptism does not save anyone, but it is a symbol of your salvation if you have put your faith in Jesus.

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1 Peter 3:17-4:51 Pet 3:17-4:5 1Pet 3:17-4:5By Conrad Hilario Teaching Date: 09/13/2021Peter uses the story of Noah to illustrate that it...

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Keys to Victorious Suffering

Gary DeLashmutt

Colossians 1:24-2:1

Paul shares with the Colossians how he rejoices in his suffering not to gain their pity but to alleviate their distress. He gives them three keys to victorious suffering. First, we can endure suffering because God has revealed to us where history is headed. Second, we know we each have a unique role to play in God's plan. Third, we have access to God's power.

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Colossians 1:24-2:1Col 1:24-2:1 Col 1:24-2:1By Gary DeLashmutt Teaching Date: 09/02/2021Paul shares with the Colossians how he rejoices i...

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