https://my.truevi.com/watch/UPpjAb5eRawhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UPpjAb5eRaw/hqdefault.jpgThe first miracle of Jesus at the wedding in CanaThis sermon examines Jesus' first miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana, as recorded in John 2. It highlights Jesus' approachable nature, his divine power, and the significance of his presence and actions at the wedding.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UPpjAb5eRaw2974https://my.truevi.com/watch/mKhkiZAyqDQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/mKhkiZAyqDQ/hqdefault.jpgPrayer should not be ritualized or repeated without thoughtThis message explains that Jesus dislikes ritualized and repeated prayers. It clarifies that the Lord's Prayer is a template for all prayer, not a 'mega prayer' to be used without engagement. The speaker emphasizes that God desires prayer from the heart, not memorized or performative prayers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mKhkiZAyqDQ309https://my.truevi.com/watch/c76S0xB19gUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/c76S0xB19gU/hqdefault.jpgCultivating a Christ-like mindset of friendshipThis sermon explores the concept of friendship within a Christian context, drawing insights from Philippians 2:1-11. It contrasts worldly mindsets of friendship, such as selfish seclusion and secular self-improvement, with a Christ-like approach. The message emphasizes unity in love, humility, and self-sacrifice, rooted in the gospel and Christ's example.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c76S0xB19gU3001https://my.truevi.com/watch/eGZv5TlwKg8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/eGZv5TlwKg8/hqdefault.jpgThe Tower of Babel: Man's united rebellion and God's responseThis sermon explores the biblical account of the Tower of Babel from Genesis 11:1-9, highlighting humanity's collective rebellion against God's command to fill the earth. It examines the motivations behind building the tower and God's subsequent intervention to confuse their language and disperse them.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eGZv5TlwKg84741https://my.truevi.com/watch/dqWueSZP9Qohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dqWueSZP9Qo/hqdefault.jpgStaying within your God-given sphereThis message explores the biblical concept of operating within the "sphere" God has apportioned to each individual, drawing from 2 Corinthians 10. It encourages listeners to find peace and authority in their God-given roles rather than striving for positions outside of His will. The speaker emphasizes that true fulfillment comes from recognizing and embracing the unique lane God has designed for each person.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dqWueSZP9Qo2093https://my.truevi.com/watch/f_styUdgI3whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/f_styUdgI3w/hqdefault.jpgThe prophet Jeremiah and King Jehoiakim: Listening, cutting, and burning God's wordThis message explores the Old Testament account of the prophet Jeremiah and King Jehoiakim, focusing on the king's actions of listening to, cutting, and burning God's word. It draws parallels to how individuals might disregard or alter God's message in their own lives, emphasizing the enduring authority of scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/f_styUdgI3w5191https://my.truevi.com/watch/IrwTck2Owf0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IrwTck2Owf0/hqdefault.jpgGod's timeless wisdom on sexual moralityThis sermon explores Proverbs 5, presenting God's instruction on sexual morality and warning against sexual immorality. It emphasizes that God, as the creator of sex, is the ultimate expert on the subject, intending it to be a sacred and holy experience within the confines of marriage for both procreation and pleasure.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IrwTck2Owf03464https://my.truevi.com/watch/CuN4YZ7pup0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CuN4YZ7pup0/hqdefault.jpgThe practical choice between two treesThis discussion explores the practical implications of the biblical story of the two trees in the Garden of Eden. It delves into how biblical characters and modern individuals navigate the choice between God's wisdom and self-determined good and evil, connecting it to everyday decisions and the wisdom literature.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CuN4YZ7pup04564https://my.truevi.com/watch/HxQYKXAXoR0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HxQYKXAXoR0/hqdefault.jpgNehemiah's servant leadership: Thinking big and acting smallThis message explores Nehemiah's leadership, highlighting how he exemplified servant leadership by both thinking big about God's vision and acting small by serving people and the team. It delves into Nehemiah's approach to rebuilding the wall, demonstrating how his identity as a servant drove his actions and inspired others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HxQYKXAXoR03352https://my.truevi.com/watch/3Hd-vuVxIVYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Hd-vuVxIVY/hqdefault.jpgThe body of Christ: Unity in diversityThis sermon explores the analogy of the body of Christ from Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, emphasizing the unity and interdependence of diverse gifts within the Christian Church. It challenges listeners to consider how they use their spiritual gifts to actively embody Christ in the world, rather than merely appearing religious.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3Hd-vuVxIVY1306https://my.truevi.com/watch/QJ7AQjaFXVohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QJ7AQjaFXVo/hqdefault.jpgGideon's defining moment: Tearing down idolsThis sermon explores Gideon's act of tearing down his father's altar to Baal and the Asherah pole, highlighting it as a pivotal moment of public faith. It discusses the timeless truth that fully worshipping the true God requires turning away from false gods and placing Jesus at the center of one's life. The message also touches on the societal resistance and persecution that can arise when exposing and dismissing the idols of an age.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QJ7AQjaFXVo2439https://my.truevi.com/watch/WyAbB5hOeF8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WyAbB5hOeF8/hqdefault.jpgTraditions and commandmentsThis sermon explores the tension between human traditions and God's commandments, drawing from Mark 7:1-13. The speaker clarifies the church's stance on gender and sexuality, emphasizing that salvation comes through faith in Christ, not adherence to specific struggles. The message highlights Jesus's confrontation with the Pharisees regarding ritual purity and their elevation of human traditions over divine law.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WyAbB5hOeF83981https://my.truevi.com/watch/4WJ1lQI1qFEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4WJ1lQI1qFE/hqdefault.jpgGuarding the good deposit: Paul's final words to TimothyThis sermon explores Paul's final words to Timothy in 2 Timothy 1:8-14, emphasizing the importance of guarding the good deposit of the gospel. It highlights that this deposit is not merely something Timothy must guard, but also something God is able to guard through His mighty power and the Holy Spirit.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4WJ1lQI1qFE3240https://my.truevi.com/watch/tpNUkbU5vSEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tpNUkbU5vSE/hqdefault.jpgThe necessity of death to self for resurrection lifeThis sermon explores the concept of a "good death" not as a physical end, but as a spiritual surrender to Christ. It argues that true resurrection life, characterized by perfection, power over sin, and God's presence, is only accessible through dying to one's own efforts and self-actualization.https://www.youtube.com/embed/tpNUkbU5vSE1812https://my.truevi.com/watch/esLoACNkVRIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/esLoACNkVRI/hqdefault.jpgGod with us: The meaning of Christmas EveThis Christmas Eve service reflects on the meaning of "God with us" (Emmanuel) through scripture readings, worship music, and a message exploring why God became man. The service emphasizes the light of Christ dispelling darkness and the call to surrender to God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/esLoACNkVRI3598https://my.truevi.com/watch/CtigMoR3_zIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CtigMoR3_zI/hqdefault.jpgFriendship versus accountabilityThis episode explores the differences and overlaps between friendship and accountability. The hosts and guests discuss personal definitions, biblical examples, and practical advice for cultivating both types of relationships. They emphasize the importance of trust, discernment, and clear expectations in accountability partnerships.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CtigMoR3_zI2038https://my.truevi.com/watch/7-BJhbdWY3ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7-BJhbdWY3o/hqdefault.jpgPreach the word in season and out of seasonThis sermon emphasizes the importance of being prepared to share the Word of God at all times, drawing from Paul's charge to Timothy in 2 Timothy 4. It encourages believers to actively seek opportunities to share their faith and to be equipped with God's Word to give away.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7-BJhbdWY3o2183https://my.truevi.com/watch/Os8ZSJyDsgEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Os8ZSJyDsgE/hqdefault.jpgThe sweet strength of gentlenessThis episode explores gentleness as a fruit of the Spirit, emphasizing that it is not about being soft but about humility and putting others first. It highlights how the Holy Spirit helps believers cultivate gentleness in everyday choices, even in small acts like doing dishes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Os8ZSJyDsgE799https://my.truevi.com/watch/QdPfDdk3Nlghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QdPfDdk3Nlg/hqdefault.jpgCultivating a lifelong delight in God's word for the next generationThis episode explores practical ways to instill a love for God's Word in children, drawing on Deuteronomy 6 and personal anecdotes. It emphasizes that parents' own delight in scripture is foundational for raising children who treasure it. The discussion highlights the importance of integrating God's Word into daily life rather than relying on rigid formulas.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QdPfDdk3Nlg2510https://my.truevi.com/watch/dVkIDY8K7_chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dVkIDY8K7_c/hqdefault.jpgA former gang member's transformation at a Christian eventA man recounts his life in a gang and the rap industry, leading to a moment of crisis. He describes attending a large Christian event where he heard the gospel proclaimed, leading to a profound personal transformation and a new understanding of salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dVkIDY8K7_c362https://my.truevi.com/watch/CfgItwVwSaQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CfgItwVwSaQ/hqdefault.jpgAmos 3-5: God's call to return and seek goodThis sermon explores Amos chapters 3-5, highlighting God's repeated call for Israel to return to Him despite their rebellion and self-indulgence. It emphasizes that God's discipline is intended to lead people back to Him and that true faith impacts how we live, urging listeners to seek good and establish justice.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CfgItwVwSaQ2164https://my.truevi.com/watch/mlDs94XRdq0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mlDs94XRdq0/hqdefault.jpgLife is short, life is good, prepare to meet GodRay Ortlund preaches on the book of Ecclesiastes, highlighting three primary themes: life is short, life is good, and prepare to meet God. He explains that wisdom is a priceless gift from God that helps us navigate the complexities of life in a broken world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mlDs94XRdq02248https://my.truevi.com/watch/z7bBaFykv3shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/z7bBaFykv3s/hqdefault.jpgA new look at Christ our KingThis address challenges listeners to take a fresh look at Christ as King, especially in times of discouragement. It contrasts the current state of Protestantism with the historical faithfulness of figures like Luther and the early reformers, urging a renewed commitment to Christ's sovereignty in all spheres of life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/z7bBaFykv3s3276https://my.truevi.com/watch/pCUR2YYXgKQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pCUR2YYXgKQ/hqdefault.jpgGod's will for your life: Understanding your spiritual giftsThis sermon explores Romans 12:1-8, focusing on understanding God's will for your life and identifying your spiritual gifts. It emphasizes offering your body as a living sacrifice and using your unique gifts for service within the church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pCUR2YYXgKQ5854https://my.truevi.com/watch/fzjDGTvPTIAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fzjDGTvPTIA/hqdefault.jpgFinding hope in a broken worldThis episode discusses how Christians and non-Christians alike can find hope amidst global crises and personal struggles. Drawing parallels between historical events and current challenges, the hosts explore how faith provides perspective and resilience in a fallen world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fzjDGTvPTIA1304https://my.truevi.com/watch/vssaNIzB_xEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vssaNIzB_xE/hqdefault.jpgThe glory of Christ and the churchThis sermon, part of the 'Glory of Christ' series, explores John 17:9-11 and 20-26, focusing on Jesus' prayer for his followers. It highlights how the church's potential is realized when its members believe and live out the truths of Christ's glory, unity, and love, as prayed for by Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vssaNIzB_xE2388https://my.truevi.com/watch/9GPWtFGz08Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9GPWtFGz08M/hqdefault.jpgWhy Johnny can't preach: The media have shaped the messengersThis lecture explores the cultural shifts that have impacted preaching, drawing parallels between declines in reading and writing and the challenges faced by contemporary preachers. The speaker discusses the genesis of his book, which argues that the transition from a print-dominant culture to an image-based one has affected the ability of individuals to engage with and communicate complex texts.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9GPWtFGz08M2490https://my.truevi.com/watch/eX6cj9-yImUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/eX6cj9-yImU/hqdefault.jpgOvercoming temptation with the Holy SpiritThis message explores how to overcome temptation by being filled with the Holy Spirit, recognizing that temptation is not a sign of weakness, and understanding that God's kindness leads to repentance. It emphasizes that Jesus, who was tempted in every way, sympathizes with our struggles and offers grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eX6cj9-yImU2291https://my.truevi.com/watch/bqnPxyDwT6Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bqnPxyDwT6M/hqdefault.jpgThe biblical worldview of the afterlifeThis message explores the biblical perspective on the afterlife, drawing from Revelation 20 and Luke 16. It clarifies the Christian understanding of heaven and hell, emphasizing that salvation is found through faith in Jesus Christ, not through good works or church attendance.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bqnPxyDwT6M1710https://my.truevi.com/watch/JMPBugrn7u8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JMPBugrn7u8/hqdefault.jpgFollowing Jesus in the local church: Seeking and saving the lostDr. Harry Reeder, senior minister of Briarwood Presbyterian Church, preaches on the church as the body of Christ. He emphasizes that the church's mission is to seek and save the lost, just as Jesus did. Reeder outlines four points from Mark chapter 5 illustrating how Jesus pursued this mission.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JMPBugrn7u85140https://my.truevi.com/watch/4dQ8bySGEJwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4dQ8bySGEJw/hqdefault.jpgSharing the gospel online during a stormThis video encourages viewers to become online missionaries by sharing gospel videos from the privacy of their homes. It emphasizes that in a world experiencing a storm, there's an opportunity to flood the earth with the gospel, reaching millions who have not yet heard a clear presentation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4dQ8bySGEJw782https://my.truevi.com/watch/kstndkb8WBYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/kstndkb8WBY/hqdefault.jpgThe truth that sets you freeThis sermon explores Jesus's teaching in John 8:31-47, where he tells those who believed in him that if they abide in his word, they are truly his disciples and will know the truth that sets them free. The message emphasizes that true freedom comes from understanding and accepting Jesus's identity and work, not from a superficial faith or external religious affiliation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/kstndkb8WBY2626https://my.truevi.com/watch/sDWkIevcjRIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/sDWkIevcjRI/hqdefault.jpgCruciformity: daily dying with ChristThis sermon introduces the concept of "cruciformity" as an ongoing pattern of living and dying with Christ, leading to a Christ-like life. It emphasizes that resurrection and new life are only possible through daily crucifixion of the self, as taught in Romans 6.https://www.youtube.com/embed/sDWkIevcjRI2019https://my.truevi.com/watch/L70RuHEfUfAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/L70RuHEfUfA/hqdefault.jpgThe love of God in Christ is expressed in correlation to the crossThis video explains that the love of God is most clearly understood through the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. It challenges the common phrase "Jesus loves you" by demonstrating that true understanding of God's love comes from recognizing one's sinfulness and Christ's atoning work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/L70RuHEfUfA706https://my.truevi.com/watch/HTEyJ0ozoaMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HTEyJ0ozoaM/hqdefault.jpgChrist is a title, not a name, and it means 'the anointed one'This episode explores the meaning of "Christ" as a title, not a name, tracing its origins to the ancient practice of anointing with oil. The discussion delves into the significance of anointing Priests, Prophets, and Kings in the Hebrew Bible, highlighting their role as mediators between heaven and earth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HTEyJ0ozoaM3443https://my.truevi.com/watch/YWtgLZbIxochttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YWtgLZbIxoc/hqdefault.jpgUsing abductive reasoning to investigate the existence of GodA cold-case homicide detective explains how he applies abductive reasoning, a process used in criminal investigations, to examine evidence for the existence of God. He illustrates this method by analyzing a hypothetical death scene and then extends it to the universe, considering what explanations are most reasonable for observed phenomena.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YWtgLZbIxoc3712https://my.truevi.com/watch/ulTTuhNzlzQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ulTTuhNzlzQ/hqdefault.jpgChrist-centered, church-strengthening, kingdom-building financeThis message explores how aligning personal finances with Christ's teachings strengthens the church and builds God's kingdom. It emphasizes that when finances are centered on Christ, individuals can experience the overflow of God's blessings in their lives. The sermon challenges listeners to engage with their finances in a way that reflects their commitment to God's kingdom.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ulTTuhNzlzQ6904https://my.truevi.com/watch/Uh2wt_2aC4ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uh2wt_2aC4g/hqdefault.jpgThe boldest petition in the Bible: Psalm 139:23-24This lecture explores Psalm 139, focusing on verses 23 and 24, which the speaker identifies as "the boldest petition in the Bible." It examines how the theology presented in the preceding verses of Psalm 139 provides the foundation for David's bold prayer to God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uh2wt_2aC4g3246https://my.truevi.com/watch/fJDvD2Hivfshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fJDvD2Hivfs/hqdefault.jpgThe danger of mixing worship with lesser godsThis sermon explores the historical context of idolatry in the Exodus narrative and its relevance to contemporary life. It highlights how the Israelites' attempt to blend the worship of God with familiar idols led to God's distance, drawing parallels to modern-day 'isms' that vie for our affection and allegiance. The message emphasizes the call for undivided worship and allegiance to Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fJDvD2Hivfs1690https://my.truevi.com/watch/IUYH6QT86r0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IUYH6QT86r0/hqdefault.jpgThe ServiceMaster story: Navigating tension between people and profitsThis podcast episode features Dr. Al Erisman discussing the history of ServiceMaster, a company that aimed to honor God and develop its people while navigating the inherent tension between people and profit. He highlights how the company's philosophy, rooted in biblical principles, influenced its business practices and led to remarkable financial success.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IUYH6QT86r02801https://my.truevi.com/watch/FDVUhpn28uchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FDVUhpn28uc/hqdefault.jpgJesus's encounter with a Canaanite womanThis sermon explores Jesus's interaction with a Canaanite woman seeking healing for her demon-possessed daughter. The speaker analyzes the challenging dialogue, including Jesus's use of a parable and the woman's response, to understand Jesus's teaching methods and the broader implications for inclusion and faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FDVUhpn28uc3870https://my.truevi.com/watch/BePoqPJYMpMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BePoqPJYMpM/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding the tactics of angels and demonsPastor Greg Laurie explains the origins of demons as fallen angels and describes the cunning and manipulative tactics of Satan. He warns believers to be aware of the enemy's strategies, emphasizing that while Satan can tempt and hassle, he cannot overcome or possess those who belong to Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BePoqPJYMpM1575https://my.truevi.com/watch/7g3eY6XEnP0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7g3eY6XEnP0/hqdefault.jpgHow to share the gospel with atheistsThis video features an evangelist explaining his approach to engaging atheists in conversations about faith. He shares insights from his experiences, including speaking at atheist conventions and debating the existence of God, to demonstrate how to effectively communicate the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7g3eY6XEnP0706https://my.truevi.com/watch/Cu4AGsBa1vIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Cu4AGsBa1vI/hqdefault.jpgLee Strobel's journey from atheism to faithInvestigative journalist and author Lee Strobel shares his personal testimony of converting from atheism to Christianity. He recounts how his journalistic and legal training led him to investigate the resurrection of Jesus, ultimately leading to his conversion and a transformed family life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cu4AGsBa1vI2914https://my.truevi.com/watch/5cCzQ_yPlochttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5cCzQ_yPloc/hqdefault.jpgThe peril of living an imitation lifePastor Greg Laurie discusses the dangers of hypocrisy, emphasizing that God knows our true selves and is not fooled by pretense. He highlights the story of Ananias and Sapphira to illustrate the severe consequences of lying to the Holy Spirit and living a life of deception.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5cCzQ_yPloc1740https://my.truevi.com/watch/94hgN7w_TmAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/94hgN7w_TmA/hqdefault.jpgHow to fight the spiritual battlePastor Greg Laurie explains that becoming a Christian initiates a spiritual conflict, and believers must learn to fight using the spiritual weapons God provides. He emphasizes recognizing the spiritual nature of the battle and standing in God's strength, not one's own, to overcome the devil's tactics.https://www.youtube.com/embed/94hgN7w_TmA1824https://my.truevi.com/watch/mb30du2Hu_0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mb30du2Hu_0/hqdefault.jpgThe 5% rule: Choosing what's important over what's urgentThis message introduces the 5% rule, emphasizing that God holds individuals accountable for the unique 5% of tasks only they can accomplish. It encourages prioritizing a growing relationship with family and a spiritual walk with Christ, as these important aspects, if neglected, can become urgent issues.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mb30du2Hu_04179https://my.truevi.com/watch/tYGOGLHzWPIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tYGOGLHzWPI/hqdefault.jpgThe heavenly throne room and the nature of worshipThis message explores the vision of the heavenly throne room in Revelation chapter 4, emphasizing that heaven centers on God's throne. It delves into the biblical meaning of worship, defining it as ascribing worth to God and expressing our deepest love and affection for Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/tYGOGLHzWPI2732https://my.truevi.com/watch/IfvzmvRR3N8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IfvzmvRR3N8/hqdefault.jpgLeviticus 12: Ritual purity and moral purityThis sermon explores Leviticus 12, focusing on ritual purity laws related to childbirth. It distinguishes between ritual and moral purity, emphasizing that while ritual purity was set aside by Jesus, the call to moral purity remains relevant for believers today. The message encourages growth in holiness in response to God's grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IfvzmvRR3N82176https://my.truevi.com/watch/ZFxkIPXiLLkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZFxkIPXiLLk/hqdefault.jpgGod does not owe us an answer to our 'why' questionsThis segment addresses common questions about God's creation and actions, such as why Adam wasn't created perfect or why evil exists. It emphasizes that God, as the Creator, is not on trial and does not owe humanity explanations for His divine wisdom and knowledge.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZFxkIPXiLLk1821https://my.truevi.com/watch/nGs2fH2IaDkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/nGs2fH2IaDk/hqdefault.jpgDarwinism as a central dogma of the secular worldviewThis discussion examines how Darwinism has become a foundational dogma in secular thought, leading to a rejection of the Creator and impacting societal views on marriage, morality, and the meaning of life. It argues that this worldview prevents people from understanding core Christian tenets and has profound societal consequences.https://www.youtube.com/embed/nGs2fH2IaDk2473https://my.truevi.com/watch/0-8T3a99dAghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0-8T3a99dAg/hqdefault.jpgIsaiah: God's holiness, human sin, and the coming MessiahThis message explores the book of Isaiah, highlighting God's essential holiness and humanity's corruption by sin. It reveals how God acts in both judgment and mercy, culminating in the clearest prophecies of the coming Messiah, where justice and mercy meet on the cross.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0-8T3a99dAg326https://my.truevi.com/watch/OgxqM7FJwOYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OgxqM7FJwOY/hqdefault.jpgWhat is the rapture and why it mattersThis message defines the Rapture as the moment Christ descends from heaven and believers are caught up to meet him, receiving new resurrection bodies and reuniting with loved ones. It is presented as the next event on the prophetic calendar, preceding the Great Tribulation and the emergence of the Antichrist.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OgxqM7FJwOY2713https://my.truevi.com/watch/PreRoeBjvh8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PreRoeBjvh8/hqdefault.jpgLiving water: The story of the Samaritan womanThis sermon explores the biblical account of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well, emphasizing the concept of "living water" and its transformative power. It highlights the woman's directness and Jesus's willingness to engage in a profound conversation that challenges societal norms and reveals God's expansive love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PreRoeBjvh84151https://my.truevi.com/watch/NrvP0KTvCy8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NrvP0KTvCy8/hqdefault.jpgThe sturdy rock of God's righteousnessThis sermon explores the concept of a "sturdy rock" in a spiritual sense, contrasting it with things we might mistakenly rely on. It emphasizes that God's righteousness, revealed through faith in Jesus Christ, is the only true and unwavering foundation for our lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NrvP0KTvCy86385https://my.truevi.com/watch/NgWxLfoVfL4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NgWxLfoVfL4/hqdefault.jpgThe Church's role in Bible translation in AfricaThis video highlights a growing movement in Africa where local churches are taking the lead in Bible translation efforts. It showcases how churches are partnering with organizations to translate the Bible into local languages, ensuring its usability and transformative power within communities.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NgWxLfoVfL4365https://my.truevi.com/watch/tDesLgmIi1khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tDesLgmIi1k/hqdefault.jpgGetting off the X: A veteran's journey from trauma to purposeA veteran shares his experiences with combat trauma, PTSD, and the breakdown of his family life after returning from Afghanistan. He discusses the concept of being "stuck on X" in life and the choices that lead to moving forward, emphasizing the importance of faith and purpose.https://www.youtube.com/embed/tDesLgmIi1k3293https://my.truevi.com/watch/zdeK1zP3WBIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/zdeK1zP3WBI/hqdefault.jpgConfessing sins and receiving God's forgivenessThis message explores 1 John 1:9, emphasizing that confessing sins to God involves acknowledging them by name with sincerity and repentance. It highlights God's faithful and just response to forgive and cleanse believers from all unrighteousness, offering a fresh start.https://www.youtube.com/embed/zdeK1zP3WBI6719https://my.truevi.com/watch/xWAYhlZRIcEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xWAYhlZRIcE/hqdefault.jpgLearning the secret of contentmentThis message concludes a series on the book of Philippians, focusing on Paul's teaching about contentment. The speaker emphasizes that contentment is not a destination but a way of traveling through life, learned through experience and a willingness to be taught. It involves recognizing and guarding against common "contentment killers" like dissatisfaction, jealousy, temptation, and disobedience.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xWAYhlZRIcE3255https://my.truevi.com/watch/jm0-Hrb2Wckhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jm0-Hrb2Wck/hqdefault.jpgEthical considerations for end-of-life decisions in Christian ethicsThis discussion explores the complexities of end-of-life decisions through the lens of Christian ethics, focusing on a real-life case study involving a patient in a persistent vegetative state. It examines the tension between preserving life and other moral duties, particularly from a non-consequentialist perspective.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jm0-Hrb2Wck7013https://my.truevi.com/watch/xBJ1YBRooY8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xBJ1YBRooY8/hqdefault.jpgA pastoral prayer for the United States of AmericaThis prayer intercedes for the United States, acknowledging its blessings while lamenting its current state. It seeks divine protection for leaders, healing for the injured, and a national turning to Christ, emphasizing trust in God over earthly powers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xBJ1YBRooY8385https://my.truevi.com/watch/b3EpHW_JdOchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/b3EpHW_JdOc/hqdefault.jpgThe sufficiency of Christ in the feeding of the 5,000Dr. Stanley Toussaint examines the miracle of Jesus feeding the 5,000, the only miracle recorded in all four Gospels. He explains how this event demonstrates Christ's divine nature and sufficiency, highlighting the significance of the twelve baskets of leftovers. The discussion also touches on how God uses the insignificant and the importance of connecting with both God and people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/b3EpHW_JdOc1666https://my.truevi.com/watch/9AvBXo1C0h0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9AvBXo1C0h0/hqdefault.jpgThe New Testament as God's authoritative word for believersThis video explains why the New Testament is essential for Christians today, highlighting its role as the authoritative witness to Christ and the primary source for understanding Jesus's life and teachings. It emphasizes that the New Testament provides guidance for following Jesus and contains the message of salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9AvBXo1C0h03960https://my.truevi.com/watch/5dQF9sZM_uohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5dQF9sZM_uo/hqdefault.jpgGod's power is made perfect in weaknessThis sermon explores 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, focusing on the Apostle Paul's experience with a "thorn in the flesh." It highlights how God uses weakness not as a liability, but as an asset to demonstrate His power and teach the sufficiency of His grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5dQF9sZM_uo2277https://my.truevi.com/watch/Ie61AmdsBHYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ie61AmdsBHY/hqdefault.jpgWhile you are waiting, God is workingThis message reminds us that God is actively working even when we are waiting for answers to prayer. It explores how God delivers, teaches, and strengthens us during times of waiting, encouraging a perspective of anticipation rather than frustration. The speaker emphasizes that waiting on God involves spending time in His presence and trusting in His faithfulness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ie61AmdsBHY972https://my.truevi.com/watch/l-dQ03XD7jchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/l-dQ03XD7jc/hqdefault.jpgDefining a cult: Sociological vs. theological perspectivesThis segment features an interview with Dr. Richard Howe, who clarifies the two distinct ways the term "cult" is commonly used. He differentiates between the media's sociological definition, which focuses on destructive groups, and the theological definition, which identifies groups that deviate from essential Christian doctrines.https://www.youtube.com/embed/l-dQ03XD7jc1678https://my.truevi.com/watch/xHKqpIBz3IYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xHKqpIBz3IY/hqdefault.jpgZechariah 6-8: The crown, the fasts, and the futureThis sermon explores Zechariah chapters 6-8, focusing on the symbolic crowning of Joshua the high priest, the people's questions about fasting, and God's promises for Jerusalem's future. It highlights the unity of priestly and kingly offices in Christ and the call to authentic worship that impacts daily life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xHKqpIBz3IY2072https://my.truevi.com/watch/PXeYAAECMmohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PXeYAAECMmo/hqdefault.jpgDane Ortlund on sanctification: What it is and why it mattersDane Ortlund joins Jeff Norris and Laura Story Elvington to discuss sanctification. Ortlund defines sanctification as growing in holiness and becoming more like God, and more fully human. He also addresses common misconceptions about sanctification, such as the idea that growth only happens when life is going well or that change is impossible.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PXeYAAECMmo2873https://my.truevi.com/watch/fW5N_II9u8khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fW5N_II9u8k/hqdefault.jpgRomans 12:10-11: Kindly affection, diligence, and fervent spiritThis message explores Paul's exhortations in Romans 12:10-11, focusing on the importance of kindly affection and brotherly love among Christians, treating each other as family. It also emphasizes the need for diligence in Christian service and maintaining a fervent spirit, avoiding spiritual lukewarmness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fW5N_II9u8k3225https://my.truevi.com/watch/CNXPzxQJ0JUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CNXPzxQJ0JU/hqdefault.jpgThe wages of sin is deathThis video discusses the biblical concept that the wages of sin is death, emphasizing that sin is serious to a holy God. It highlights the Christian belief that Jesus Christ abolished death and brought life and immortality through the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CNXPzxQJ0JU798https://my.truevi.com/watch/M2RF5ImhzCkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/M2RF5ImhzCk/hqdefault.jpgBuilding relationships on the fear of the LordThis message emphasizes that true love and lasting relationships are built not on fleeting beauty or deceptive charm, but on a strong foundation of fearing the Lord. Drawing from Proverbs 31, it highlights four key characteristics—character, compassion, wisdom, and hard work—as essential for both individuals and couples seeking to build resilient relationships that can withstand life's challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/M2RF5ImhzCk1859https://my.truevi.com/watch/ovHpfHAOmsQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ovHpfHAOmsQ/hqdefault.jpgJennifer Farmer on collective grief and faith in social justiceJennifer Farmer, author and public relations expert, discusses the intersection of faith and social justice, particularly in the context of collective grief. She shares her personal journey of returning to faith and reflects on how Christian beliefs can offer hope and guidance when processing traumatic events and advocating for justice.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ovHpfHAOmsQ2713https://my.truevi.com/watch/xZ8UbHXM20Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xZ8UbHXM20I/hqdefault.jpgRuth: A story of God's redemptive planThe Book of Ruth is not primarily a love story, but a profound narrative of God's redemptive work. It illustrates God's surprising ways of advancing His redemptive story, using an outsider to fulfill His covenant promises and ensure the lineage of the Messiah.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xZ8UbHXM20I324https://my.truevi.com/watch/BBVBJnwoP9Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BBVBJnwoP9Y/hqdefault.jpgBeing still to be filled when running on emptyThis message explores how to overcome burnout and spiritual dryness by being still before God. It emphasizes recognizing and addressing "cup drainers" in life, embracing desert experiences without grumbling, and continuously seeking the infilling of the Holy Spirit to be truly fulfilled.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BBVBJnwoP9Y1236https://my.truevi.com/watch/CfrJDM7jGh8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CfrJDM7jGh8/hqdefault.jpgLiving in hope through sufferingThis sermon explores how Christians can endure hardship with hope, drawing insights from 1 Peter. It emphasizes that suffering for righteousness is a normal part of the Christian life and encourages believers to find their hope and treasure in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CfrJDM7jGh82511https://my.truevi.com/watch/KyPLhtG5XvMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/KyPLhtG5XvM/hqdefault.jpgCity redevelopment: God is making all things newReverend Dr. Mark Jefferson preaches on God's ongoing work of renewal, particularly within urban environments. Drawing from Revelation, he emphasizes that God is actively transforming cities and the lives of their inhabitants, calling believers to participate in this divine work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KyPLhtG5XvM4739https://my.truevi.com/watch/7v-Ocf_IYhshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7v-Ocf_IYhs/hqdefault.jpgRebuilding the church by rebuilding people's relationship with GodThis message welcomes attendees back to in-person services, acknowledging the emotional and spiritual toll of recent times. It uses the analogy of a golf course sprayed with Roundup to illustrate how people have been affected by "emotional political roundup," leading to widespread despair. The speaker emphasizes that the Christian church needs to be rebuilt, not just restarted, by focusing on restoring individuals' relationships with God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7v-Ocf_IYhs411https://my.truevi.com/watch/CbUlLEMGNUghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CbUlLEMGNUg/hqdefault.jpgThe three-pronged approach to Christian apologeticsThis discussion highlights the distinct yet complementary roles of science, philosophy, and theology in making a rational defense of the Christian faith. It emphasizes that a robust Christian apologetic requires an interdisciplinary approach, acknowledging the unique contributions of each field.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CbUlLEMGNUg3465https://my.truevi.com/watch/B5lt-TrT6cghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/B5lt-TrT6cg/hqdefault.jpgLiving the Jesus way in a broken worldThis sermon explores the tension between the brokenness of the world and the hope offered by faith in Jesus. It challenges listeners to adopt a distinctly Christian way of living, emphasizing forgiveness and a renewed mind, rather than conforming to cultural norms.https://www.youtube.com/embed/B5lt-TrT6cg2340https://my.truevi.com/watch/9K0bAlmwGPIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9K0bAlmwGPI/hqdefault.jpgCreative methods for open-air evangelismRay Comfort and Mark Spence discuss various creative techniques used to attract crowds for open-air preaching, including illusions, giving away money, and using props like a gorilla suit or a fake funeral. They emphasize the importance of creativity in evangelism to capture attention and share the gospel effectively.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9K0bAlmwGPI1667https://my.truevi.com/watch/_4WzM4ovqrkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_4WzM4ovqrk/hqdefault.jpgBaptism service: Covenant promises and new life in ChristThis service includes both infant and adult baptisms. The pastor explains the theological understanding of baptism as a sign of God's covenant with His people, emphasizing that it signifies God's grace and the individual's identification with the visible church. The service celebrates new life in Christ and the commitment to follow Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_4WzM4ovqrk6384https://my.truevi.com/watch/BjfvQC0cWwshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BjfvQC0cWws/hqdefault.jpgWorship service with songs and prayers for Memorial Day, Camp All-American, and foster careThis worship service features several songs of praise and confession, followed by prayers for Memorial Day weekend, Camp All-American, and foster care awareness month. The prayers acknowledge the sacrifices made for freedom, the impact of summer camps, and the church's role in supporting vulnerable children and families.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BjfvQC0cWws6385https://my.truevi.com/watch/cnV2ryetB2Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cnV2ryetB2M/hqdefault.jpgThe pathway to freedom is participation in Jesus ChristThis sermon explores how participation in the life, death, resurrection, and return of Jesus Christ offers freedom from past failures, present struggles, and future anxieties. It emphasizes that our identity in Christ secures our past, present, and future, allowing us to live in ultimate reality.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cnV2ryetB2M4790https://my.truevi.com/watch/W__9FlbvPQ8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W__9FlbvPQ8/hqdefault.jpgExamining ten common Christian clichesThis video identifies and refutes ten common Christian cliches that are often misunderstood or misapplied. It explains why these popular sayings are not biblically accurate and offers a more faithful understanding of Christian doctrine.https://www.youtube.com/embed/W__9FlbvPQ8473https://my.truevi.com/watch/EFIPW1m5sn0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EFIPW1m5sn0/hqdefault.jpgPeace is personal because peace is the person of JesusThis message explores the nature of peace, asserting that it is not a fleeting emotion, a purchasable item, or a circumstantial outcome. Instead, true and lasting peace is found in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that this peace is available to everyone, even amidst chaotic and challenging life situations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/EFIPW1m5sn02999https://my.truevi.com/watch/It6L1mEF2zIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/It6L1mEF2zI/hqdefault.jpgA punk rock kid's journey from self-justification to understanding God's mercyA young man, initially confident in his own goodness, is challenged to confront his actions against God's law. Through a series of questions, he comes to realize his need for forgiveness and the mercy offered through Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/It6L1mEF2zI588https://my.truevi.com/watch/wUFpgvyhcaMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wUFpgvyhcaM/hqdefault.jpgThe Creation Museum's response to Bill Nye's video on creationismThis segment features Ken Ham, president and CEO of Answers in Genesis and the Creation Museum, responding to Bill Nye's video titled 'Creationism is inappropriate for children.' Ham argues that Nye, whom he calls 'Bill Nye the humanist guy,' confuses observational science with historical science and promotes an evolutionary agenda that is damaging to children.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wUFpgvyhcaM1666https://my.truevi.com/watch/haoJAWrQgMghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/haoJAWrQgMg/hqdefault.jpgLiving distinctly and seeking the good of the cityThis message explores how Christians should live in a world that is not their ultimate home. Drawing from Jeremiah, it encourages believers to live distinctly among people, not assimilating or isolating, but actively seeking the well-being and flourishing of their communities.https://www.youtube.com/embed/haoJAWrQgMg2472https://my.truevi.com/watch/aZJ48tzUrpkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aZJ48tzUrpk/hqdefault.jpgThe call to be a bondservantThis sermon explores the parable of the unworthy servant from Luke 17:7-10, reframing it through the lens of a trusted bondservant. It emphasizes that serving at the Master's table is a place of honor and a choice, not a command, reflecting a deep, intimate bond with God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aZJ48tzUrpk2375https://my.truevi.com/watch/Ju-H1_X1yr8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ju-H1_X1yr8/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding the sacraments: Visible expressions of invisible realityThis session explores the concept of sacraments as visible expressions of invisible spiritual realities. It aims to demystify and re-embrace the sacraments, emphasizing their role in connecting individuals and communities to God's presence.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ju-H1_X1yr8804https://my.truevi.com/watch/FzuZB7OGoZ4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FzuZB7OGoZ4/hqdefault.jpgChristmas musings: Navigating the holiday with biblical wisdomThis segment offers 'Christmas musings' for Christians to consider, emphasizing that there are no biblical commands for celebrating Christmas. It encourages individual discernment rather than adhering to external pressures or rigid rules, and explores common questions about the holiday's origins and practices.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FzuZB7OGoZ41312https://my.truevi.com/watch/BxI6oMT_--Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BxI6oMT_--Q/hqdefault.jpgBoundaries in the body are for the common good so that the church is built upThis message explores 1 Corinthians 14, using the analogy of a mosaic to illustrate how individual parts contribute to a larger, beautiful whole. It emphasizes that Paul's instructions regarding order and behavior in worship, including those for tongue speakers, prophets, and women, are intended to build up the church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BxI6oMT_--Q2368https://my.truevi.com/watch/NdJ6jg1PHcUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/NdJ6jg1PHcU/hqdefault.jpgHow to know Christianity is trueThis segment addresses the question of how to know Christianity is true, emphasizing that truth conforms to reality and is found in the Word of God. It also discusses how to respond to the argument that one's religion is determined by their birthplace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NdJ6jg1PHcU1791https://my.truevi.com/watch/qUtNG0EbWKUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/qUtNG0EbWKU/hqdefault.jpgLiving Waters: 180 movie outreach at a high schoolLiving Waters staff discuss a recent outreach event where they distributed 400 copies of the "180" movie to high school students. They recount interactions with security and police, and the students' enthusiastic reception of the DVDs.https://www.youtube.com/embed/qUtNG0EbWKU1759https://my.truevi.com/watch/dlVr_dppgzchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dlVr_dppgzc/hqdefault.jpgERLC podcast: Anti-semitism, declining birth rates, and Lifeway camp cancellationsThis ERLC podcast episode discusses a rise in global anti-semitism, the lowest US birth rate since 1909, and Lifeway's cancellation of 2020 camp sessions due to the pandemic. The hosts also share personal reflections on the passing of Ravi Zacharias and highlight a 10-year-old's initiative to provide art kits to children in foster care and homeless shelters.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dlVr_dppgzc3201https://my.truevi.com/watch/fU4SrUFkqYkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fU4SrUFkqYk/hqdefault.jpgIdolatry and immorality in the early church and todayThis message explores how the early church navigated a culture steeped in idolatry and sexual immorality, drawing parallels to contemporary society. It emphasizes the call for believers to separate themselves from these pervasive issues, highlighting that the gospel's power to transform culture remains relevant.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fU4SrUFkqYk3109https://my.truevi.com/watch/FLXrdBnizHghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FLXrdBnizHg/hqdefault.jpgAdminister justice every morningThis devotional reflects on Jeremiah 21, emphasizing God's passion for justice and his righteous anger when people fail to act justly. It challenges listeners to consider how they can administer justice in their daily lives and spheres of influence, partnering with God to usher in his kingdom.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FLXrdBnizHg683https://my.truevi.com/watch/J5QiL02SK7chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/J5QiL02SK7c/hqdefault.jpgA Jehovah's Witness learns about God's gift of eternal lifeA man raised as a Jehovah's Witness discusses his beliefs about the afterlife and salvation. He is challenged to consider the biblical understanding of sin, judgment, and the free gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/J5QiL02SK7c412https://my.truevi.com/watch/u5jKnFy_r8ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/u5jKnFy_r8o/hqdefault.jpgTrusting Jesus for eternal lifeThis sermon explores the concept of trust in the context of faith, drawing parallels between everyday trust and trusting Jesus. It emphasizes that belief in Jesus, which can also be understood as trust, leads to eternal life and salvation, rather than condemnation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/u5jKnFy_r8o605https://my.truevi.com/watch/VAeNtT4WVIMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VAeNtT4WVIM/hqdefault.jpgA woman's courage to obey God's leadingThis episode features a woman's personal account of battling fear, weariness, and doubt while following God's call. It also shares the story of another woman who, despite her own struggles, courageously intervened in a stranger's life, demonstrating how ordinary women can respond in faith to God's leading.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VAeNtT4WVIM1721https://my.truevi.com/watch/vLjpzLtPiwohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vLjpzLtPiwo/hqdefault.jpgCountering the lie that God is not good to meNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth helps listeners counter the lie that God is not good to them, even when circumstances are difficult. She emphasizes that what we believe about God is foundational to everything else in our lives, and that God is good whether or not his choices seem right to us.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vLjpzLtPiwo1704https://my.truevi.com/watch/_aqUrJrlzJAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_aqUrJrlzJA/hqdefault.jpgThe law of the spirit of life in Christ JesusThis message explores the concept of being "in Christ" as the solution to the law of sin and death. It uses the metaphor of a plane defying gravity to illustrate how abiding in Christ enables believers to overcome sin and live a new life. The speaker emphasizes knowing, reckoning, and presenting oneself to God to experience this transformative reality.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_aqUrJrlzJA1882https://my.truevi.com/watch/YAT8PNsIseohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YAT8PNsIseo/hqdefault.jpgHow to respond to people who disappoint you in ministryThis video offers guidance for pastors on how to navigate the disappointment and hurt caused by people within their congregation. It emphasizes maintaining composure, confronting lovingly, and, if necessary, allowing individuals to leave while keeping the door open for their return.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YAT8PNsIseo585https://my.truevi.com/watch/SFQ0WAoRamUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SFQ0WAoRamU/hqdefault.jpgHow to quiet your soul like a weaned childNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explains that a quiet heart requires a conscious choice to quiet your own soul. She illustrates this concept using Psalm 131 and the imagery of a weaned child, who, unlike an unweaned child, is content and trusts the mother's provision. This internal peace is possible even amidst external turmoil, as demonstrated by the example of Job's initial response to suffering.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SFQ0WAoRamU1529https://my.truevi.com/watch/jG0l2QsmkmAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jG0l2QsmkmA/hqdefault.jpgPastoral roundtable: Church disunity and COVID-19Three pastors discuss the causes of disunity in churches related to COVID-19, including spiritual warfare, differing personal opinions, and the influence of social media. They also share the damage they have observed in churches and offer insights on how to reestablish unity and what positive outcomes have emerged.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jG0l2QsmkmA1806https://my.truevi.com/watch/Wq-GS9liaVkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Wq-GS9liaVk/hqdefault.jpgThe awakening of conscience in Genesis 42This sermon explores the spiritual heart of Genesis 42, focusing on the awakening of conscience among Joseph's brothers. It draws parallels to historical revivals and challenges listeners to confront their own hidden sins and seek forgiveness through Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Wq-GS9liaVk2198https://my.truevi.com/watch/r9vYbwbz_8Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/r9vYbwbz_8Q/hqdefault.jpgGod's purpose is bigger than one generationThis sermon explores the idea that God's purpose often extends beyond a single generation, using biblical examples like Abraham and Moses. It emphasizes the importance of faithfulness in one's own "frame" or generation, contributing to a larger, unfolding divine plan.https://www.youtube.com/embed/r9vYbwbz_8Q2068https://my.truevi.com/watch/nb1MFPQklOkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/nb1MFPQklOk/hqdefault.jpgThe abundant life Jesus offersThis message explores the abundant life Jesus offers, contrasting it with a life of settling for less. It challenges listeners to step out of their comfort zones and embrace generosity, forgiveness, and purity of heart as pathways to a full and overflowing life in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/nb1MFPQklOk1595https://my.truevi.com/watch/ok_tPqXO4U0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ok_tPqXO4U0/hqdefault.jpgJesus believes you can do what he didThis message explores the profound confidence Jesus has in his followers, drawing parallels between the disciples' call and their ability to emulate Christ's actions. It challenges believers to embrace Jesus's belief in their capacity to proclaim the kingdom and heal the sick, just as he did.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ok_tPqXO4U01355https://my.truevi.com/watch/c6ak5Tguv0Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/c6ak5Tguv0A/hqdefault.jpgWalk as children of light during AdventThis Advent devotional reflects on Ephesians 5, urging believers to walk as children of light. It emphasizes discerning what is pleasing to the Lord and exposing unfruitful works of darkness. The message encourages prayer for God's guidance to live in goodness, righteousness, and truth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c6ak5Tguv0A786https://my.truevi.com/watch/lfOpgZwvhZ4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lfOpgZwvhZ4/hqdefault.jpgIsaiah's transforming visions of God, self, and the worldThis sermon explores Isaiah's three transforming visions from Isaiah 6:1-8: a vision of the Lord, a vision of himself, and a vision of God's world. These visions led Isaiah to surrender to God's call, saying, "Here am I. Send me." The message encourages listeners to embark on similar upward, inward, and outward journeys.https://www.youtube.com/embed/lfOpgZwvhZ42053https://my.truevi.com/watch/p9yP0krvw7Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/p9yP0krvw7Y/hqdefault.jpgFinding our place in God's grand storyThis sermon explores the overarching narrative of God's mission, from creation to renewal, highlighting humanity's role within it. It emphasizes that our individual stories are part of a larger, cosmic story of God's redemptive work for all nations. The message encourages listeners to discover their place in this divine narrative and participate in God's ongoing mission.https://www.youtube.com/embed/p9yP0krvw7Y2583https://my.truevi.com/watch/E-3cD0IfIPMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/E-3cD0IfIPM/hqdefault.jpgMy friend Jesus: The one who sets you freeThis sermon explores the nature of a relationship with Jesus, emphasizing that he is not merely a 'buddy' but Lord, who calls us friends. It highlights Jesus's role in destroying the devil's work and freeing us from the fear of death, offering a remedy for life's difficulties and spiritual struggles.https://www.youtube.com/embed/E-3cD0IfIPM3240https://my.truevi.com/watch/WN45KSY29JYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WN45KSY29JY/hqdefault.jpgResponding to God's call in a season of changeThis message encourages believers to recognize and respond to God's unique work in a time of global upheaval. It emphasizes the importance of prayer for schools, the border, and those affected by illness, urging the church to stand firm and proclaim the gospel amidst increasing deception and division.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WN45KSY29JY3363https://my.truevi.com/watch/_AnpdKdkuMUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_AnpdKdkuMU/hqdefault.jpgWhat's so special about Jesus?This Christmas Eve sermon explores the enduring significance of Jesus' birth. Drawing from the Gospel of John, the speaker discusses why Jesus is the most talked-about and scrutinized individual in history, and why his incarnation offers a new beginning for humanity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_AnpdKdkuMU1426https://my.truevi.com/watch/Ccj1I9a2OdMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ccj1I9a2OdM/hqdefault.jpgThe everlasting GodThis message explores the concept of 'holy fear' as reverence marked by tremble and awe, emphasizing God's eternal nature. It delves into the Hebrew word 'olam' to illustrate God's everlasting presence, power, and wisdom, as described in scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ccj1I9a2OdM3984https://my.truevi.com/watch/SF8Ahz_hLEEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SF8Ahz_hLEE/hqdefault.jpgRejoicing in the Lord through all circumstancesThis message encourages believers to find joy in the Lord regardless of their circumstances, drawing from Paul's letter to the Philippians. It emphasizes that true joy comes from focusing on Jesus, who remains constant amidst life's sorrows and challenges. The speaker highlights the importance of repetition in spiritual learning and warns against legalism, advocating for a simple, faith-based relationship with Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SF8Ahz_hLEE4130https://my.truevi.com/watch/tBdCZYf2hgQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tBdCZYf2hgQ/hqdefault.jpgThe importance of truth and sanctification in the churchThis sermon emphasizes the critical role of truth, as revealed in God's word, for the church's unity and the individual believer's sanctification. It explores how Jesus' high priestly prayer in John 17 highlights the need for believers to be set apart and transformed by the truth, especially in a world that questions objective reality.https://www.youtube.com/embed/tBdCZYf2hgQ5070https://my.truevi.com/watch/Rg9UkwvH8bAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Rg9UkwvH8bA/hqdefault.jpgPaul's pastoral heart in Acts 20:1-16This sermon examines Acts 20:1-16, highlighting Paul's example as a pastor. It explores how Paul provided gospel encouragement, faced opposition, engaged in team building, and demonstrated personal affection in his ministry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Rg9UkwvH8bA2693https://my.truevi.com/watch/RLMDXIyPkV4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RLMDXIyPkV4/hqdefault.jpgSeven things the Bible tells us about angelsThis message focuses on angels, reminding us that the Christian life is a supernatural existence. It explores seven aspects of angels as revealed in the Bible, including their roles in worship, spiritual warfare, protection, and delivering God's people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/RLMDXIyPkV43186https://my.truevi.com/watch/V8_-C_LyMdwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/V8_-C_LyMdw/hqdefault.jpgHow a wife's respect motivates her husbandThis episode explores the profound influence a wife has on her husband, emphasizing that respect is a key motivator for men. It discusses how a wife's unconditional respect can encourage her husband to grow and lead, contrasting this with the "crazy cycle" where a lack of respect can hinder a man's desire to love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/V8_-C_LyMdw1497https://my.truevi.com/watch/bwlAtOvoaakhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bwlAtOvoaak/hqdefault.jpgEngaging lostness: The Holy Spirit's role in the missionary taskThis message explores how grieving the Holy Spirit can hinder believers from engaging the lost. It emphasizes the Holy Spirit's personhood, active communication, and ongoing work, drawing on biblical examples from Numbers, 2 Corinthians, and Ephesians. The speaker highlights that God has provided the means for every generation to fulfill the missionary task.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bwlAtOvoaak3536https://my.truevi.com/watch/gn2bDV6Jw68https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gn2bDV6Jw68/hqdefault.jpgThe Ark of the Covenant: God's instruction, presence, and pardonThis sermon explores the Ark of the Covenant as a symbol of God's enduring relationship with His people. It reveals how the Ark represented God's guidance through His laws, His constant presence, and His provision of pardon for their sins. The message emphasizes that these truths about God's character remain relevant for believers today.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gn2bDV6Jw682286https://my.truevi.com/watch/nVbJ0LYs-ywhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/nVbJ0LYs-yw/hqdefault.jpgThe message that brought a spiritual awakeningPastor Greg Laurie preaches on Jonah chapter 3, highlighting the Ninevites' repentance from violence and God's mercy. He emphasizes that no one is beyond God's reach and encourages believers to share the gospel, even with those outside their comfort zone.https://www.youtube.com/embed/nVbJ0LYs-yw1428https://my.truevi.com/watch/pOVd_iSu2hohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pOVd_iSu2ho/hqdefault.jpgWhy Christians should not tie themselves to any political partyThis message explores the dangers of Christians aligning too closely with any political party or candidate. It highlights how such alignment can compromise faith and discusses the importance of viewing political issues from a faith perspective rather than fitting God into a political box. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus' kingdom is not of this world and calls people from all political backgrounds to follow him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pOVd_iSu2ho4466https://my.truevi.com/watch/oFKHAWrwVaEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/oFKHAWrwVaE/hqdefault.jpgGod's commitment to restoring his presenceThis message explores the biblical concept of God's presence, beginning with creation and the Hebrew word "yada" for knowing God experientially. It contrasts God's presence with the presence of the serpent, which leads humanity away from God's spirit. The message highlights God's unwavering commitment to restoring his presence to his creation, exemplified by the story of Hagar.https://www.youtube.com/embed/oFKHAWrwVaE667https://my.truevi.com/watch/JVuZ35sWenUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/JVuZ35sWenU/hqdefault.jpgThe online ecosystem shaping young men todayThis discussion explores the online ecosystem influencing young men, examining the forces, ideas, and narratives that shape their search for identity, meaning, and moral clarity. It questions what happens when these online narratives become a catechism for young men before scripture or the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JVuZ35sWenU2729https://my.truevi.com/watch/Z1R08P026mUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z1R08P026mU/hqdefault.jpgA real Christmas with Jesus ChristThis message emphasizes that a true Christmas is centered on Jesus Christ, not on secular traditions or commercialism. It highlights the historical accuracy of Christ's birth and the profound significance of God coming to earth as a man to save humanity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z1R08P026mU2355https://my.truevi.com/watch/UqIOoFpD4EQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UqIOoFpD4EQ/hqdefault.jpgThree lies culture tells about truthThis session identifies three common lies told to young people and the broader culture regarding the nature of truth. It explores how these claims are often self-refuting and provides tools to identify such logical inconsistencies in conversations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UqIOoFpD4EQ529https://my.truevi.com/watch/XtB5SUuFrfohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/XtB5SUuFrfo/hqdefault.jpgDo not receive an accusation against an elderNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth discusses the biblical principle from 1 Timothy 5:19, emphasizing that accusations against spiritual leaders should not be accepted without two or three witnesses. She explains that this principle applies to all spiritual leaders, regardless of their specific title, and highlights the importance of not attacking or confronting them with careless charges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/XtB5SUuFrfo1850https://my.truevi.com/watch/hlMcE2IElD4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hlMcE2IElD4/hqdefault.jpgPraying for leaders and the gospel's reachThis message emphasizes the importance of prayer for leaders at all levels, from national to local, and within the church and seminary. It highlights how such prayer, encompassing various forms like supplications and thanksgivings, impacts the effectiveness of the church's witness in presenting the gospel to a diverse culture. The speaker outlines five priorities related to prayer for leadership, including expanding prayer variety and understanding God's desired will for all people to be saved.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hlMcE2IElD41991https://my.truevi.com/watch/1N7sdgZ6_Zwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1N7sdgZ6_Zw/hqdefault.jpgPaul's associates in Colossians chapter 4This session examines the individuals mentioned alongside Paul in Colossians chapter 4, exploring their roles and relationships. It highlights the significance of these associates in Paul's ministry and their connection to the church in Colossae.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1N7sdgZ6_Zw1626https://my.truevi.com/watch/Cf3Xu1wfwWshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Cf3Xu1wfwWs/hqdefault.jpgThe hill to die on: Understanding the battle over the person of Jesus ChristThis message explores the historical and theological debate surrounding the person of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the critical importance of His divinity. It argues that Jesus is not merely a good man but God in the flesh, the Creator, and the full revelation of the Father, as presented in the Gospel of John.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cf3Xu1wfwWs1955https://my.truevi.com/watch/ePKWFPESfZshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ePKWFPESfZs/hqdefault.jpgThe fig tree and the temple: A Markan sandwichThis teaching explores the Markan sandwich literary device, focusing on the fig tree and temple cleansing narratives in Mark 11. It explains how these two stories are intertwined to illustrate Jesus's judgment on Israel for rejecting him as the Messiah. The fig tree serves as a living parable, symbolizing the unfruitfulness of the temple and the nation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ePKWFPESfZs4017https://my.truevi.com/watch/IKlaJ6PopE8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IKlaJ6PopE8/hqdefault.jpgLament as a path from suffering to worshipThis presentation explores lament as a biblical and psychologically helpful narrative structure that guides Christians through suffering. It details how lament facilitates meaning-making by moving from crying out to God, expressing complaints, making requests, and ultimately expressing confidence in God, leading to worship and intimacy with Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IKlaJ6PopE82127https://my.truevi.com/watch/606MmW9Byyshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/606MmW9Byys/hqdefault.jpgHope is rising: An anchored faith in a world needing hopeThis message explores what it means to have an anchored faith in a world that desperately needs hope. Drawing from the story of Bartimaeus, the speaker discusses how Jesus is the hope-bringer, offering both immediate and eternal hope. The session also includes an interactive discussion on where hope is needed in the world today.https://www.youtube.com/embed/606MmW9Byys5331https://my.truevi.com/watch/__9ZBSMcBbkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/__9ZBSMcBbk/hqdefault.jpgLessons learned from mistakes in preachingA seasoned preacher shares insights gained over 40 years, emphasizing the importance of trusting Scripture's power and the Holy Spirit's work. He advises preachers to deeply ruminate on texts, anticipate audience questions, and allow the text to shape the sermon's form. The speaker also highlights the value of prayer and a humble perspective in the preaching process.https://www.youtube.com/embed/__9ZBSMcBbk2004https://my.truevi.com/watch/U7VBT2Ch2qchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/U7VBT2Ch2qc/hqdefault.jpgThe Great Escape: Understanding the RaptureThis Bible study explores the concept of the Rapture, defining what it is, examining its biblical basis, and discussing its significance for believers. The speaker addresses common misunderstandings and clarifies the distinction between the Rapture and the Second Coming of Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/U7VBT2Ch2qc2680https://my.truevi.com/watch/-0bSe5TMdRkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-0bSe5TMdRk/hqdefault.jpgA.W. Tozer on setting the will toward GodPastor Jim Thomas shares an essay by A.W. Tozer titled "The Set of the Sail," which emphasizes the importance of intentionality and moral determination in faith. Tozer argues that spiritual direction is determined by what we will, not by how we feel, and highlights biblical examples of individuals whose firm will to do God's will led to spiritual greatness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-0bSe5TMdRk392https://my.truevi.com/watch/i_ybjEH7lBchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/i_ybjEH7lBc/hqdefault.jpgThe past, present, and future of every believerThis message explores the spiritual state of humanity before and after encountering Christ, drawing from Ephesians chapter 2. It highlights how individuals are spiritually dead in sin and trespasses, influenced by the world, the flesh, and the devil, until they are made alive in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/i_ybjEH7lBc3550https://my.truevi.com/watch/jiMTZ1vuK7whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jiMTZ1vuK7w/hqdefault.jpgThe gospel's logic for social relationships in Colossians 3This sermon explores how the gospel transforms social relationships within the church, focusing on the instructions given to wives, husbands, children, fathers, slaves, and masters in Colossians 3. It emphasizes that true piety toward God is foundational for biblical conduct in all these roles, leading to a revolutionary understanding of Christian liberty and hierarchy.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jiMTZ1vuK7w3187https://my.truevi.com/watch/cpNJutjuBdQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cpNJutjuBdQ/hqdefault.jpgHope for waiting souls from Psalm 130This sermon explores Psalm 130, identifying two clear themes: repentance and worship. It addresses the common experience of believers waiting on the Lord, navigating the tension between repentance and worship, and finding hope in God's forgiveness and His Word.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cpNJutjuBdQ1825https://my.truevi.com/watch/PbE_SU-oNMQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PbE_SU-oNMQ/hqdefault.jpgThe Gospel of John: A cosmic gospel with earthly ramificationsThis sermon introduces the Gospel of John, highlighting its unique perspective as a 'cosmic gospel' that reveals Jesus's divine nature while having profound implications for believers' lives. It explores the Apostle John's background, his close relationship with Jesus, and the distinctive literary patterns and theological themes found within his Gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PbE_SU-oNMQ2616https://my.truevi.com/watch/PuBJYW-rCXYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PuBJYW-rCXY/hqdefault.jpgConfidence in God among the lionsThis message explores Psalm 57, focusing on David's confidence in God's protection and purpose even when surrounded by danger. It highlights how David's prayer of petition and promise of praise demonstrate unwavering trust in God's steadfast love and faithfulness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PuBJYW-rCXY2280https://my.truevi.com/watch/ydeWqGq1gzchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ydeWqGq1gzc/hqdefault.jpgDaily devotional: The patient work of GodThis devotional reflects on the Israelites' impatience in the wilderness, drawing parallels to personal experiences of disappointment and waiting for God's promises. It encourages listeners to trust in God's faithful work, even when the promised land is not yet in sight, and to pray for increased faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ydeWqGq1gzc730https://my.truevi.com/watch/10rN7nyeNUghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/10rN7nyeNUg/hqdefault.jpgThe kingdom of God is the main characterThis message explores the idea that the kingdom of God, not individuals, is the central character in the biblical narrative and in our lives. It challenges the audience to consider how their lives fit into God's plans rather than asking God for a plan for their own lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/10rN7nyeNUg3400https://my.truevi.com/watch/MEOj7MMZZj4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MEOj7MMZZj4/hqdefault.jpgSeeing the future with eyes of faithThis devotional reflects on the Israelites' exploration of the promised land, where some saw only obstacles and giants. It encourages listeners to see their own future not just with an awareness of challenges and possibilities, but with eyes of faith, recognizing God's presence and guidance.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MEOj7MMZZj4793https://my.truevi.com/watch/-IGvHWqTYd4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-IGvHWqTYd4/hqdefault.jpgGood Friday service: The suffering and sacrifice of JesusThis Good Friday service honors the death and suffering of Jesus Christ. It includes scripture readings detailing the events leading to his crucifixion, reflections on his sacrifice, and communion. The service emphasizes identifying with Jesus' suffering and the grief of his disciples.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-IGvHWqTYd44081https://my.truevi.com/watch/WUyp2_8nXm8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WUyp2_8nXm8/hqdefault.jpgDr. Craig answers questions from the Christian Apologetics Alliance on FacebookDr. William Lane Craig addresses questions submitted by members of the Christian Apologetics Alliance Facebook group. Topics include formidable atheist philosophers, Scholastic realism, counterfactuals of creaturely freedom, and the relationship between apologetics and the Holy Spirit.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WUyp2_8nXm81389https://my.truevi.com/watch/gF1G_S-1slchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gF1G_S-1slc/hqdefault.jpgMere fundamentalism: The nature of the chasm between God and manThis audio presentation explores the concept of "mere fundamentalism" by examining the historical context of fundamentalism and the essential elements of Christian faith. It delves into the nature of the separation between God and humanity, identifying sin as the true chasm, not finitude. The discussion emphasizes God's revelation through Jesus Christ as the means to bridge this moral and ethical divide.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gF1G_S-1slc1876https://my.truevi.com/watch/WmWl7JgQ9Rshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WmWl7JgQ9Rs/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding Genesis 3: The key to our past, present, and futureThis message explores Genesis chapter 3, highlighting its significance in understanding the current state of the world, the origin of suffering, and humanity's need for salvation. It introduces the concept of the 'protoevangelium' as the first declaration of the Gospel message within this foundational chapter.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WmWl7JgQ9Rs6122https://my.truevi.com/watch/Vwxp5BO5B5whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vwxp5BO5B5w/hqdefault.jpgPreparing for God to move through fasting and prayerThis message emphasizes the importance of spiritual preparation through fasting and prayer to experience God's powerful work. It highlights how these practices can lead to spiritual insight, enable believers to move in God's power, and bring heavenly rewards, including extraordinary miracles and a deeper connection with God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vwxp5BO5B5w1411https://my.truevi.com/watch/ej_6dVdJSIUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ej_6dVdJSIU/hqdefault.jpgPaul's letter to the Romans: Chapters 1-4 summaryThis video summarizes the first four chapters of Paul's letter to the Romans. It introduces Paul's background and the context of the Roman church's divisions, explaining how these circumstances motivated Paul to write his fullest explanation of the gospel. The summary highlights how the gospel reveals God's righteousness and creates a new humanity, unifying the church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ej_6dVdJSIU467https://my.truevi.com/watch/1by140qll40https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1by140qll40/hqdefault.jpgAn evangelist discusses sin and salvation with a man who identifies as gayAn evangelist engages in a street-level conversation with a man wearing a "Sorry Girls, I'm Gay" t-shirt. They discuss the nature of sin, the Ten Commandments, and the path to salvation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1by140qll40735https://my.truevi.com/watch/kfbZZy_EKGYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/kfbZZy_EKGY/hqdefault.jpgWalking in the light as God's beloved childrenThis episode discusses Paul's charge to be imitators of God, focusing on Ephesians 4:31-5:10. It explores how to live as children of light, emphasizing forgiveness, kindness, and the joy found in remembering God's love and the present value of Christ's blood, even amidst church struggles and personal challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/kfbZZy_EKGY1672https://my.truevi.com/watch/3HysUsCP2Z0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3HysUsCP2Z0/hqdefault.jpgMaintaining harmony in the church through God's wordThis message emphasizes that God's desire is for harmony within the church. It instructs believers to stress the gospel message and devote themselves to good works, while actively avoiding foolish debates, genealogies, quarrels, and disputes about the law, as these are unprofitable and worthless. The teaching highlights that obedience to God's word leads to harmony, fulfillment, and victory.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3HysUsCP2Z04251https://my.truevi.com/watch/3pgr10eR6mMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3pgr10eR6mM/hqdefault.jpgTake heart: Expect tribulation, remember Jesus' victory, receive his peace, and rest in your certainThis sermon explores John 16:33, where Jesus tells his disciples they will face tribulation in the world. It outlines four ways Christians can "take heart" amidst suffering: by expecting tribulation, remembering Jesus's victory over the world, receiving his peace, and resting in their own certain victory through him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3pgr10eR6mM1958https://my.truevi.com/watch/eDPLnWyzcOohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/eDPLnWyzcOo/hqdefault.jpgJesus' triumphant entry, sacrifice, and resurrectionThis children's chapel message recounts the story of Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, his last supper with disciples, his prayer in the garden, and his crucifixion and resurrection. The story emphasizes Jesus' love and sacrifice, culminating in the joy of Easter.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eDPLnWyzcOo1219https://my.truevi.com/watch/Zh3mZMkz5xwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Zh3mZMkz5xw/hqdefault.jpgWhat happens when a Christian dies before the rapture?This message explores the biblical answer to what happens to a Christian's spirit and body if they die before the Rapture. It addresses common misconceptions about the afterlife, such as Purgatory or soul sleep, and offers a hopeful perspective on the immediate destination of believers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Zh3mZMkz5xw2950https://my.truevi.com/watch/L8NHNKVfnNIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/L8NHNKVfnNI/hqdefault.jpgThe gospel is the root of a fruitful lifeThis discussion explores the book of Colossians and its emphasis on a fruitful life. It highlights that the gospel is not just for becoming a Christian but is essential for daily growth and maturity. The conversation stresses that true fruitfulness stems from being rooted in the gospel, rather than from personal effort or external achievements.https://www.youtube.com/embed/L8NHNKVfnNI1588https://my.truevi.com/watch/gPwnmbh7GLQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gPwnmbh7GLQ/hqdefault.jpgCharacteristics of those who have been with JesusPastor Greg Laurie describes four characteristics of those who walk closely with the Lord, drawing from the experiences of Peter and John in the book of Acts. These traits include boldly sharing faith, knowing scripture, enduring persecution, and being a person of prayer. The message emphasizes that these characteristics are evident in believers today.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gPwnmbh7GLQ1663https://my.truevi.com/watch/rkHYP1rASM4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rkHYP1rASM4/hqdefault.jpgOvercoming or overcome: Standing with the Lord in spiritual battleThis message explores the spiritual battle Christians face, emphasizing the importance of standing close to Christ. It draws parallels from the Book of Joshua, illustrating how God works in different ways to display His strength and lead His people to victory.https://www.youtube.com/embed/rkHYP1rASM41816https://my.truevi.com/watch/VQwcr7SXJyUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VQwcr7SXJyU/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding media interactions: Bias, ignorance, and effective engagementThis discussion explores the complexities of media interactions, distinguishing between perceived bias and actual ignorance among journalists. It highlights the importance of understanding media professionals' constraints and responsibilities, offering strategies for effective communication and relationship-building to ensure accurate representation of Christian perspectives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VQwcr7SXJyU1256https://my.truevi.com/watch/Gzro67SVeqYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Gzro67SVeqY/hqdefault.jpgChristian mission: Activity, aim, expectation, and endThis sermon explores the four core aspects of Christian mission as exemplified in Jesus's encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well in John chapter 4. It delves into the activity of testimony fueled by encounter, the aim of doing God's will, the expectation of a plentiful harvest, and the ultimate end of people believing in Jesus as the Savior of the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Gzro67SVeqY1928https://my.truevi.com/watch/4WovwSSQp-ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4WovwSSQp-g/hqdefault.jpgWorship service with songs and prayerThis video captures a worship service featuring several songs and a pastoral prayer. The pastor invites the Holy Spirit's presence and encourages the congregation to turn their hearts and eyes to Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4WovwSSQp-g1197https://my.truevi.com/watch/0RjxrIFrpQAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0RjxrIFrpQA/hqdefault.jpgGod makes things grow: Co-workers in God's serviceThis devotional reflects on 1 Corinthians 3, emphasizing that while believers plant and water, it is God who causes growth. It encourages listeners to consider their role in planting and watering seeds of faith, reminding them that they are co-workers with God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0RjxrIFrpQA672https://my.truevi.com/watch/CNvzs5MBIY0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CNvzs5MBIY0/hqdefault.jpgCommitment to sharing the gospel through Operation Christmas ChildThis sermon emphasizes the commitment required to share the gospel, drawing parallels between personal dedication and the collective effort of Operation Christmas Child. It highlights the power of the Holy Spirit in preparing hearts to receive the message of Christ through these gift boxes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CNvzs5MBIY04247https://my.truevi.com/watch/7cy5J9o9_NYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7cy5J9o9_NY/hqdefault.jpgGuidelines for Christian couples considering in vitro fertilizationThis discussion offers guidelines for Christian couples considering in vitro fertilization (IVF). It addresses the biblical understanding of childlessness as a burden and the deep desire for children, while also outlining specific concerns regarding IVF practices. The speaker provides two primary guidelines for couples to consider if they choose to pursue IVF.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7cy5J9o9_NY518https://my.truevi.com/watch/CEqXgGodNwwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CEqXgGodNww/hqdefault.jpgGod's plan for a successful marriageThis sermon explores God's design for marriage, emphasizing the principles of "leave and cleave" from Ephesians 5:31. It highlights the importance of commitment, communication, and the husband's role in loving leadership for a thriving, lifelong union.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CEqXgGodNww2694https://my.truevi.com/watch/FYyZgSgXT5Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FYyZgSgXT5I/hqdefault.jpgPaul's three pursuits for finishing well in ministryThis message examines Paul's three pursuits for finishing well in ministry, as outlined in 2 Timothy 4:7. It encourages listeners to fight the good fight, finish the course, and keep the faith, drawing parallels to the challenges faced by ministers today.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FYyZgSgXT5I2273https://my.truevi.com/watch/1bLKbFYUeMohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1bLKbFYUeMo/hqdefault.jpgWind the clock: Managing minutes and momentsThis message explores the sixth habit of the "Win the Day" series, focusing on how to manage time effectively. It distinguishes between Chronos (clock time) and Kairos (opportune moments), offering practical advice for stewarding both minutes and significant life experiences.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1bLKbFYUeMo2126https://my.truevi.com/watch/3qz_rtEwrNchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3qz_rtEwrNc/hqdefault.jpgThe gospel shapes how we see Jesus, ourselves, and othersThis study of James 2:1-13 explores how the gospel transforms our perspective on Jesus as our glorious Lord, humbles us as sinners saved by grace, and compels us to extend grace to others without partiality. It emphasizes that God's mercy, once received, should overflow into how we treat everyone, especially within the church assembly.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3qz_rtEwrNc791https://my.truevi.com/watch/DuC8rcVPPEohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DuC8rcVPPEo/hqdefault.jpgHow to be filled with the Holy SpiritEvery Christian is indwelt by the Holy Spirit, but believers can be more or less filled with the Spirit. This filling is cultivated through prayer, worship, and growing in understanding God's Word, leading to a life governed by God's presence and guidance.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DuC8rcVPPEo651https://my.truevi.com/watch/fynR7AuCK38https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fynR7AuCK38/hqdefault.jpgHappiness: What it is and how to have it, part 2Pastor Greg Laurie continues his message on happiness, exploring the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount. He discusses how recognizing one's spiritual need, mourning over sin, cultivating humility, and hungering for righteousness are pathways to true happiness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fynR7AuCK381604https://my.truevi.com/watch/F-0HW_To1iUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/F-0HW_To1iU/hqdefault.jpgAn atheist considers the Ten Commandments and God's lawA woman who identifies as an atheist discusses her beliefs and understanding of God with a street evangelist. She is challenged to consider the scientific impossibility of nothing creating everything and the purpose of God's law as a mirror for sin.https://www.youtube.com/embed/F-0HW_To1iU315https://my.truevi.com/watch/s1wSHNSrT4Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/s1wSHNSrT4Q/hqdefault.jpgGod's love and the mystery of the crossThis sermon explores the profound nature of God's love, emphasizing that "loving is giving" and that God's love is intrinsically connected to suffering. It delves into the mystery of the cross as the ultimate expression of God's love, where his love embraces what his law condemns.https://www.youtube.com/embed/s1wSHNSrT4Q5531https://my.truevi.com/watch/LlYw5v46W5Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/LlYw5v46W5M/hqdefault.jpgThe good hard life: Finding joy in sufferingKatherine Wolf shares her personal story of surviving a catastrophic stroke and the subsequent journey of recovery. She discusses how she and her husband have disrupted the myth that joy can only be found in a pain-free life, emphasizing that good and hard things can coexist.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LlYw5v46W5M2297https://my.truevi.com/watch/ELRGmWTBkIghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ELRGmWTBkIg/hqdefault.jpgGod's answer to an unsatisfactory lifeDr. Mark Bailey introduces the book of Haggai, setting the historical context of the prophet's message to the post-exilic community. He explains how misplaced priorities led to an unsatisfactory life for the Israelites and outlines God's call for obedience, worship, and service as the solution.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ELRGmWTBkIg2564https://my.truevi.com/watch/7KVmxrd2Sikhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7KVmxrd2Sik/hqdefault.jpgLetting God's love in: Grasping its width, length, depth, and heightThis sermon explores the profound and often misunderstood nature of God's love, encouraging listeners to move beyond intellectual understanding to a true experience of it. Using Ephesians 3:16-19 as a foundation, the speaker illustrates how God's love is always present, regardless of our past, present struggles, or perceived brokenness. The message emphasizes that receiving this love requires letting go of preconceived notions and actively saying 'yes' to God's unwavering affection.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7KVmxrd2Sik2308https://my.truevi.com/watch/_Wcdq--YUX8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_Wcdq--YUX8/hqdefault.jpgThe conflict of Christmas and the worship of ChristThis message explores the inherent conflict surrounding Christmas, from Herod's attempt to stop it to modern-day opposition. It contrasts the indifference of religious leaders with the worship of the wise men, emphasizing that everyone worships something, but only God is truly worthy.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_Wcdq--YUX82794https://my.truevi.com/watch/Lo_wi_ItBRIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Lo_wi_ItBRI/hqdefault.jpgWhen the church prays, powerful things happenThis message explores the transformative power of corporate prayer, drawing parallels between the Old Testament's tent of meeting and tabernacle, and the New Testament's early church. It highlights how collective prayer leads to miracles, God doing more than asked, and the growth of the church, using examples from the book of Acts and the speaker's own church's history.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Lo_wi_ItBRI2342https://my.truevi.com/watch/Tkhu_Vm8VDshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Tkhu_Vm8VDs/hqdefault.jpgThe resurrection rewrote the rulesThis message explores how the resurrection of Jesus Christ fundamentally changed established rules concerning life, identity, and personal burdens. It argues that Jesus's resurrection broke the rule that 'you only live once,' redefined human identity beyond DNA and experiences, and offered freedom from the burden of personal baggage.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Tkhu_Vm8VDs2221https://my.truevi.com/watch/4pp-AmVgWyUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4pp-AmVgWyU/hqdefault.jpgHow the grace of God teaches us to live godly livesThis message explores the problem of hypocrisy within the church and offers insights into its causes, including celebrity Christianity and a lack of confession. Drawing from Titus 2:11-14, it emphasizes that the grace of God, manifested in Jesus, is the true teacher that enables believers to reject ungodliness and worldly passions, fostering self-controlled, upright, and godly lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4pp-AmVgWyU334https://my.truevi.com/watch/bQ6zXooHbtMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bQ6zXooHbtM/hqdefault.jpgExplaining the Trinity and the two natures of JesusPaul Tripp answers questions about how to explain the Trinity to children and whether God the Father died on the cross. He emphasizes that teaching children is a process and that God, as an uncreated being, cannot die.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bQ6zXooHbtM818https://my.truevi.com/watch/yI5h-xKVW4whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/yI5h-xKVW4w/hqdefault.jpgThe only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through loveThis sermon explores Galatians 5:1-6, emphasizing that freedom in Christ means ordering one's life around Him, not doing whatever one desires. The core message highlights that faith and love are inseparable, forming the vertical and horizontal beams of the cross, essential for Christian life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/yI5h-xKVW4w6246https://my.truevi.com/watch/6pKKZS335cQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6pKKZS335cQ/hqdefault.jpgDo not love the world or the things in the worldThis sermon explores John's imperative command in 1 John 2:15-17 to not love the world or the things in the world. It examines what John means by "world" and "love," and provides reasons why believers should not give their affection and commitment to temporary earthly desires, but rather to God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6pKKZS335cQ2285https://my.truevi.com/watch/CHQjtJA5R7Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CHQjtJA5R7Q/hqdefault.jpgThe foundation of humanity: God's design and human errorThis sermon explores the biblical account of creation, focusing on God's original design for humanity and the subsequent corruption of that design. Using an analogy of a production line, the speaker illustrates how human error can lead to a "bloody mess" despite a perfect system, drawing parallels to the state of humanity today.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CHQjtJA5R7Q6881https://my.truevi.com/watch/bkcQaJgOOo4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bkcQaJgOOo4/hqdefault.jpgPastors supporting pastors: The Cleo CollectiveBill Hendricks interviews Andy McQuitty, Pastor Emeritus of Irving Bible Church and founder of the Cleo Collective. They discuss the unique challenges of pastoral ministry, the importance of peer support for pastors, and the Cleo Collective's mission to provide ongoing encouragement and learning for ministry leaders.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bkcQaJgOOo42952https://my.truevi.com/watch/MBZ5tW2Jmiwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/MBZ5tW2Jmiw/hqdefault.jpgGod means what he says: The consequences of unconfessed sinThis sermon explores the biblical account of Jericho and Ai, highlighting the principle that unconfessed sin in the community can hinder God's people from standing victoriously against their enemies. The speaker emphasizes the importance of addressing personal and collective sin to experience God's power and blessing.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MBZ5tW2Jmiw3901https://my.truevi.com/watch/MGi2QfPyX2Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/MGi2QfPyX2I/hqdefault.jpgGod shepherds us through communionThis sermon explores how God shepherds believers through the sacrament of communion. It delves into the redemptive perspective of communion, tracing its roots from the Passover to its future fulfillment in heaven, and highlights five ways communion serves as a means of God's shepherding.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MGi2QfPyX2I4311https://my.truevi.com/watch/6tL5C8IT0DMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6tL5C8IT0DM/hqdefault.jpgThe art of preaching: PreparationThis lecture, part of a series on the art of preaching, focuses on the crucial first step: sermon preparation. It emphasizes the importance of deep engagement with the biblical text before consulting commentaries and offers practical advice for preachers to make their sermons more impactful and integrated into their lives and congregations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6tL5C8IT0DM2664https://my.truevi.com/watch/4hno2seKnj0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4hno2seKnj0/hqdefault.jpgHoly Spirit power for lasting transformationThis message emphasizes that true, lasting change comes not from willpower but from the power of the Holy Spirit. It encourages surrendering to God's work in us, rather than relying on self-improvement strategies, to achieve spiritual growth and transformation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4hno2seKnj02413https://my.truevi.com/watch/zQFr3D2xOoohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/zQFr3D2xOoo/hqdefault.jpgGrace Church Savannah worship service and disaffiliation updateThis video captures a worship service at Grace Church Savannah, featuring a significant update on the church's disaffiliation from the United Methodist Church and its affiliation with the Global Methodist Church. The service also includes a farewell tribute to Pastor Kathy, who is moving to a new appointment.https://www.youtube.com/embed/zQFr3D2xOoo4523https://my.truevi.com/watch/1rObj5AwSuIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1rObj5AwSuI/hqdefault.jpgGod's character and community in times of disruptionThis message explores God's unchanging character and the vital role of Christian community during unexpected hardships. It emphasizes that God is near, present, good, and sovereign, even when life is disrupted, and highlights how believers are equipped to comfort and support one another through shared experiences.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1rObj5AwSuI1486https://my.truevi.com/watch/YSDHCpL5x2shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YSDHCpL5x2s/hqdefault.jpgThe second temple: A different kind of templeThis sermon explores the significant differences between the first and second temples, highlighting how the second temple was built by prophets and priests for a scattered community. It emphasizes that the second temple represents a new understanding of God's presence, not confined to a physical structure.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YSDHCpL5x2s5916https://my.truevi.com/watch/dYlbT8cJHeMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dYlbT8cJHeM/hqdefault.jpgPaul's engagement with Jewish traditions and Christian practicesThis discussion explores how Paul navigated Jewish traditions, such as vows, in light of Christ's finished work. It also considers how believers today can approach Christian traditions, discerning when to maintain them and when to adjust them for the sake of the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dYlbT8cJHeM366https://my.truevi.com/watch/nF29ponoB7Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/nF29ponoB7Y/hqdefault.jpgGod's faithfulness to the Abrahamic covenant and Israel's unfaithfulness to the Mosaic CovenantThis lecture examines the prayer of the Levites in Nehemiah 9, highlighting God's consistent faithfulness to His covenant with Abraham despite Israel's repeated disobedience to the Mosaic Covenant. It traces this theme from creation through Israel's history, emphasizing God's mercy and the people's arrogance.https://www.youtube.com/embed/nF29ponoB7Y5775https://my.truevi.com/watch/qMCNd37BJNwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/qMCNd37BJNw/hqdefault.jpgA family of faith anchored in the word is greater togetherThis message emphasizes the importance of being rooted in God's word as a family, both biological and spiritual. It highlights how an individual's identity as a child of God, combined with a deep understanding of His love, empowers them for a missional life. The speaker illustrates how the word of God serves as a lamp to our feet and a light to our path, guiding us in every step and illuminating our future.https://www.youtube.com/embed/qMCNd37BJNw2786https://my.truevi.com/watch/BMLp_lyMg-Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BMLp_lyMg-M/hqdefault.jpgThe grounded life: Jesus's reliance on God's wordThis sermon explores how Jesus's life, from his youth to his crucifixion, was anchored in the word of God. It highlights his consistent use of scripture to resist temptation, understand his mission, and endure suffering, serving as an example for believers to follow the way of the cross.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BMLp_lyMg-M1551https://my.truevi.com/watch/JfPwyXSG-2Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/JfPwyXSG-2Q/hqdefault.jpgFive subtle ways legalism leads to miseryThis video explores five subtle manifestations of legalism that can lead to a miserable spiritual life. It highlights how attitudes like anger at grace, a sense of entitlement, constant comparison, lack of joy, and feeling God's perpetual displeasure are rooted in legalistic thinking, even for those who are saved.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JfPwyXSG-2Q426https://my.truevi.com/watch/hs5y4vqu4Y8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hs5y4vqu4Y8/hqdefault.jpgTrue worship changes directionThis sermon explores how true worship, exemplified by the Magi, leads to a change in direction in our lives. It contrasts this with superficial worship and emphasizes the value of worship, especially when it requires sacrifice.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hs5y4vqu4Y85823https://my.truevi.com/watch/8rkQ3ykEAywhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8rkQ3ykEAyw/hqdefault.jpgSharing the gospel with a man who believes in an electromagnetic field heavenA street evangelist engages a man who believes in reincarnation and an electromagnetic field as heaven and hell. The evangelist shares the Ten Commandments and the sacrifice of Jesus to explain sin, judgment, and salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8rkQ3ykEAyw407https://my.truevi.com/watch/gpLsNjwwLiUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gpLsNjwwLiU/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding Israel, Iran, and end times prophecyThis message explores the prophetic significance of current events involving Israel and Iran, examining their roles in biblical end-times predictions. It discusses the historical context of Israel's rebirth, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and the eschatological beliefs of both Christianity and Shiite Islam.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gpLsNjwwLiU2267https://my.truevi.com/watch/HeWXDiqgiZghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HeWXDiqgiZg/hqdefault.jpgObservations on Job's negative confessionThis passage offers observations on Job's negative confession, focusing on the types of sins Job addresses and the characteristics of his denial. It highlights that Job focuses on offenses a man in his position might commit and maintains his fear of God, even incorporating positive acts of virtue.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HeWXDiqgiZg5814https://my.truevi.com/watch/Hz7KI4kCZCQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Hz7KI4kCZCQ/hqdefault.jpgThe problem with an empty houseThis message explores the parable of the unclean spirit returning to an empty house, emphasizing that a cleansed but unoccupied spiritual space can lead to a worse state. It highlights the importance of filling the 'empty house' with the Holy Spirit to prevent spiritual decline.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hz7KI4kCZCQ1205https://my.truevi.com/watch/c8Zxh1fPYjIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/c8Zxh1fPYjI/hqdefault.jpgShepherding the six categories of sheepThis sermon explores six categories of sheep that pastors are responsible for shepherding, drawing parallels between the Old Testament's unfaithful shepherds and the duties of modern pastoral ministry. It emphasizes the importance of feeding, strengthening, healing, binding up, bringing back, and seeking out all members of the flock.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c8Zxh1fPYjI2312https://my.truevi.com/watch/LOazf3xMQIEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/LOazf3xMQIE/hqdefault.jpgThe effects of biblical preachingThis sermon explores the transformative effects of biblical preaching, drawing insights from Nehemiah chapter 8. It highlights how the Word of God can lead to deep repentance, exuberant joy, and immediate obedience in the lives of believers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LOazf3xMQIE3141https://my.truevi.com/watch/6onWqUyXqkkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6onWqUyXqkk/hqdefault.jpgChristian faith and political engagement in a democracyThis discussion explores how Christian faith influences engagement in the political season, particularly within a democratic society. Panelists consider the responsibilities of citizens and leaders, offering criteria for Christians when approaching elections and public policy.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6onWqUyXqkk4291https://my.truevi.com/watch/rKF67JHHzCkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/rKF67JHHzCk/hqdefault.jpgPraying for persecuted Christians and mortifying sinThis episode discusses the crackdown on Christian churches in China, particularly the Early Rain Covenant Church, and encourages prayer for the persecuted. It also reviews a book on John Owen's teachings on mortification of sin, emphasizing the ongoing battle against remaining sin in a believer's life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/rKF67JHHzCk1073https://my.truevi.com/watch/SPTg3Yix4LMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SPTg3Yix4LM/hqdefault.jpgThe wisdom of worship: Matthew 2:1-12This sermon explores the wisdom of worship as exemplified by the wise men in Matthew 2:1-12. It encourages listeners to follow the signs, listen to the Bible, and offer worship through exaltation, celebration, and giving. The message also highlights the importance of avoiding political repression and finding joy in encountering Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SPTg3Yix4LM2415https://my.truevi.com/watch/DJJVTGivM4whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DJJVTGivM4w/hqdefault.jpgThe lie of life as an individual journeyThis message examines the cultural lie that life is an individual journey, allowing one to determine their own path. It draws parallels between this modern mindset and ancient Israel's rejection of King Rehoboam, highlighting how seeking personal freedom apart from God can lead to enslavement.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DJJVTGivM4w317https://my.truevi.com/watch/lbkAD_DvK9Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/lbkAD_DvK9Y/hqdefault.jpgPartnering in the gospel: Training women in RussiaMary Dean shares a story of a gospel partnership that trained women in Russia. This initiative, which began in 1999, involved a multiplication strategy to equip women for ministry across the vast country, including in remote regions of Siberia.https://www.youtube.com/embed/lbkAD_DvK9Y1633https://my.truevi.com/watch/W8YwwQq_efQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/W8YwwQq_efQ/hqdefault.jpgGood Friday: More than conquerors in Christ JesusThis Good Friday message explores how believers are more than conquerors through Christ Jesus, even in seasons of suffering. It emphasizes that God redeems hard times for good, shaping individuals into the image of His Son.https://www.youtube.com/embed/W8YwwQq_efQ2699https://my.truevi.com/watch/LlxV6KBMpVAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/LlxV6KBMpVA/hqdefault.jpgFear not: The good news of great joyThis Christmas Eve message explores the angel's command to "fear not" given to the shepherds. It connects this ancient message to contemporary anxieties, emphasizing that Jesus's arrival provides comfort and peace amidst a broken world. The sermon encourages listeners to actively engage with the Christmas story and allow it to transform their fears into faith and worship.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LlxV6KBMpVA3629https://my.truevi.com/watch/aqtr93hcy_ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aqtr93hcy_o/hqdefault.jpgJesus alone makes you right with God, not your worksThis segment explains that human works, including baptism, cannot make a person right with God. Instead, it is Jesus Christ alone who satisfies God's justice and credits believers with His righteousness. The message emphasizes trusting in Jesus's work for forgiveness, not one's own efforts.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aqtr93hcy_o412https://my.truevi.com/watch/QWc-9StCsSwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QWc-9StCsSw/hqdefault.jpgThe Arminian perspective on losing salvationThis video explores the Arminian perspective on whether a genuinely regenerate Christian can lose their salvation. It contrasts this view with Calvinism, explaining how Arminianism emphasizes corporate election and the individual's contingent perseverance in faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QWc-9StCsSw973https://my.truevi.com/watch/uPmfSQgo--ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/uPmfSQgo--g/hqdefault.jpgGod's global purpose in the Old TestamentThis message explores how God's global purpose, to declare His glory among all nations, is evident throughout the Old Testament, particularly in the Psalms and the Abrahamic covenant. It challenges the notion that God's plan was solely for Israel, emphasizing a singular, overarching divine plan from creation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/uPmfSQgo--g3544https://my.truevi.com/watch/OjSZ0PmokDEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OjSZ0PmokDE/hqdefault.jpgJesus overcomes sorrow, estrangement, and faithlessnessThis sermon explores how Jesus, the ultimate overcomer, transforms sorrow into joy, reconciles us to God, and replaces our faithlessness with faithfulness. Drawing from John 16, the message highlights Jesus's victory in redemptive history, divine reconciliation, and personal transformation, offering peace amidst tribulation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OjSZ0PmokDE2103https://my.truevi.com/watch/clsDFGsOXA0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/clsDFGsOXA0/hqdefault.jpgChoosing between glory from man and glory from GodThis sermon explores the biblical tension between human responsibility and divine sovereignty in belief, drawing from John 12:37-43. It highlights that while individuals make choices, God's sovereign plan is also at work. The passage ultimately challenges listeners to choose between seeking approval from people or seeking the eternal glory that comes from God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/clsDFGsOXA02232https://my.truevi.com/watch/spYx3_HnvU8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/spYx3_HnvU8/hqdefault.jpgLiving in light of the Lord's restorative workThis sermon explores Psalm 126, highlighting the human experience of both joy and sorrow. It encourages believers to recall past restorations and request future ones, emphasizing that a Christian's witness involves both weeping and working, grounded in the certainty of future joy in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/spYx3_HnvU81687https://my.truevi.com/watch/LP4z8hDr4tYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/LP4z8hDr4tY/hqdefault.jpgFirst John 5:1-12: Can I get a witness?This sermon explores the first twelve verses of 1 John chapter 5, focusing on the interconnectedness of belief, love, and obedience in the Christian life. It examines how faith in Jesus leads to loving God and His children, and how God's commandments become a delight rather than a burden for those who love Him. The message also highlights the three-part test of authentic faith: theological, moral, and social.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LP4z8hDr4tY5099https://my.truevi.com/watch/i-36yRSR1BYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/i-36yRSR1BY/hqdefault.jpgGod uses our earthly assets and abilities for his eternal purposesThis sermon explores how God uses the diverse gifts, skills, and resources of his people to accomplish his will, drawing parallels from the construction of the Tabernacle in Exodus. It emphasizes that God owns all assets and abilities, entrusts them to individuals, and calls them to be exercised for his greater purpose. The message encourages listeners to consider what God has placed in their hands and how they can use it to honor him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/i-36yRSR1BY4572https://my.truevi.com/watch/YPxfFNy-BBkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YPxfFNy-BBk/hqdefault.jpgHoly Saturday spirituality: Believing when it's hard to believeThis sermon explores Holy Saturday as a spiritual and emotional space between death and resurrection. It encourages living with hope and preparing for eternal life, even amidst suffering and uncertainty. The message emphasizes living by God's will and maintaining constant love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YPxfFNy-BBk1120https://my.truevi.com/watch/ErZyWDNLrWQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ErZyWDNLrWQ/hqdefault.jpgLiving as sons of light in a unique window of timeJohn Rinehart discusses how believers, as 'sons of light,' are called to use their unique positions and possessions differently than 'sons of the world.' He explains that this involves leveraging resources for eternal impact rather than short-term self-security, drawing insights from Jesus' parable of the dishonest manager.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ErZyWDNLrWQ1633https://my.truevi.com/watch/rlDICXQaAmshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/rlDICXQaAms/hqdefault.jpgRefocusing your gaze for assurance in ChristThis segment addresses the struggle of perpetual doubt and lack of assurance in one's faith, even after decades. It encourages believers to shift their focus from self-performance and introspection to the promises and person of Jesus Christ. The message emphasizes trusting in God's Word and the finished work of Christ rather than personal feelings or perceived shortcomings.https://www.youtube.com/embed/rlDICXQaAms697https://my.truevi.com/watch/ZZGrPvCpVhAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZZGrPvCpVhA/hqdefault.jpgResponding to cultural insanity with the gospelThis segment discusses various cultural issues, including gender identity and generational anxiety, and challenges Christians to respond with the gospel rather than mockery or condemnation. It emphasizes that these societal challenges highlight a world in need of God's authority and the truth found in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZZGrPvCpVhA680https://my.truevi.com/watch/v579gjU-zl4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v579gjU-zl4/hqdefault.jpgWhy young people are leaving the churchThis segment explores why young people are abandoning the church, examining potential shortcomings within the church and among parents. It questions whether the church is failing to make young people feel welcome, connected, or hopeful, and suggests an inventory of practices to better reflect biblical truth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/v579gjU-zl41095https://my.truevi.com/watch/Al_x-Yb4lk0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Al_x-Yb4lk0/hqdefault.jpgBen Shive on arranging music for congregational singingBen Shive discusses how to arrange music for Sunday morning worship, emphasizing that the congregation is the primary 'vocal' and the band's role is to support and invite their singing. He explains how dynamic changes in instrumentation, register, and chord voicings can enhance congregational engagement without overstimulating or underwhelmng them.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Al_x-Yb4lk01703https://my.truevi.com/watch/xqXfKveBAKYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xqXfKveBAKY/hqdefault.jpgJesus' triumphal entry into JerusalemThis video describes Jesus' entry into Jerusalem before the last Passover of his life. It explains how Jesus rode into the city on a donkey, not as a conquering king on a warhorse, but as the Prince of Peace. The people celebrated his arrival, throwing clothes and branches on the road, but they misunderstood his purpose.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xqXfKveBAKY1313https://my.truevi.com/watch/CCdVRI_iHC8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CCdVRI_iHC8/hqdefault.jpgQuestions on eternal existence, the Trinity, and atonementWilliam Lane Craig answers questions from listeners on various theological topics. He clarifies the distinction between eternal life and eternal existence, discusses the nature of the Trinity, and explains his view on penal substitutionary atonement.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CCdVRI_iHC81056https://my.truevi.com/watch/edcqUu_BtN0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/edcqUu_BtN0/hqdefault.jpgHow to read the prophetic books of the BibleThis video explains the role of biblical prophets as God's representatives who reminded Israel of their covenant partnership with God. It details how prophets accused Israel of covenant violations, called them to repentance, and announced consequences for disobedience, often using cosmic imagery to describe God's justice and future hope.https://www.youtube.com/embed/edcqUu_BtN0318https://my.truevi.com/watch/iwUyxuhDkU4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iwUyxuhDkU4/hqdefault.jpgA service of remembrance for Nicholas Paul ChalliesThis service of remembrance for Nicholas Paul Challies acknowledges the profound grief of his passing while affirming the Christian hope in Jesus Christ. Speakers share memories of Nick's faithfulness and character, emphasizing that even in sorrow, believers do not grieve as those without hope.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iwUyxuhDkU44635