https://my.truevi.com/watch/8bIJ25Snz04https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8bIJ25Snz04/hqdefault.jpgNancy Pearcey's journey to faith and intellectual convictionNancy Pearcey recounts her personal journey from a nominal Lutheran upbringing to intellectual conviction in Christianity, detailing her struggles with unanswered questions and her eventual encounter with Christian apologetics at L'Abri. She explains how this experience, and later the writings of Francis Schaeffer, shaped her understanding of truth and the challenges of communicating Christian claims in a secular world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8bIJ25Snz043771https://my.truevi.com/watch/QzY3eXv0kV8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QzY3eXv0kV8/hqdefault.jpgThe journey of Christmas: Setting the itineraryPastor Kathy Green discusses the journey of Christmas, emphasizing that Christmas Day is just the beginning. She highlights the importance of setting an itinerary for faith, drawing parallels with Mary and Joseph's actions after Jesus' birth and their encounter with Simeon and Anna.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QzY3eXv0kV84033https://my.truevi.com/watch/bcoHLxwdXAghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bcoHLxwdXAg/hqdefault.jpgEsther chapter 5: The first of a few reversalsThis sermon explores the initial reversals in the book of Esther, focusing on chapter 5. It highlights Esther's strategic approach in entering the king's presence uninvited and her careful planning for the feast, setting the stage for future narrative shifts.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bcoHLxwdXAg4695https://my.truevi.com/watch/LEBa1DQZeF8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LEBa1DQZeF8/hqdefault.jpgNo time to stand on the sidelinesThis sermon emphasizes that Christians have a responsibility to share Jesus Christ with the world, rather than remaining passive. It encourages believers to go "outside the camp" and actively engage in ministry, drawing parallels to Jesus's own actions.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LEBa1DQZeF83858https://my.truevi.com/watch/NMs-WbrEK78https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NMs-WbrEK78/hqdefault.jpgMissions done well: Six principles for effective global ministryDr. John Stumbo, president of the US Alliance, outlines six principles for effective global missions, contrasting them with common pitfalls. He emphasizes the importance of understanding local context, fostering local ownership, and establishing sustainable, reproducing churches.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NMs-WbrEK781627https://my.truevi.com/watch/_5aEsQpSXA8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_5aEsQpSXA8/hqdefault.jpgGrace and generosity in the Macedonian churchesThis sermon introduces a new series about a three-year financial commitment, drawing parallels between the church's current giving campaign and the generosity of the Macedonian churches described in 2 Corinthians 8 and 9. The speaker emphasizes that grace is receiving what we don't deserve and that experiencing God's grace should lead to giving grace away.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_5aEsQpSXA82008https://my.truevi.com/watch/7tV3iBhQS0Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7tV3iBhQS0A/hqdefault.jpgJesus calms the storm and is with us alwaysThis children's lesson retells the biblical account of Jesus and His disciples crossing a lake by boat when a storm arises. The disciples fear for their lives, but Jesus calms the wind and rain, demonstrating His power and constant presence with us.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7tV3iBhQS0A894https://my.truevi.com/watch/2FEoSJ37W5shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2FEoSJ37W5s/hqdefault.jpgPursuing Jesus Christ during the Christmas seasonThis sermon encourages listeners to pursue Jesus Christ, especially during the Christmas season. It draws a parallel between the Magi's determined journey to find the Christ child and the modern Christian's call to seek Christ amidst life's distractions. The speaker emphasizes that despite contemporary challenges, the pursuit of Jesus offers true happiness, joy, success, peace, mercy, grace, and forgiveness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2FEoSJ37W5s3590https://my.truevi.com/watch/fNBo16CNC-Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fNBo16CNC-I/hqdefault.jpgJesus came to seek and save the lostThis sermon explores the story of Zacchaeus, a rich and hated tax collector, and Jesus's unexpected decision to visit his home. The message emphasizes that Jesus came to seek and save those who are lost, regardless of their past or reputation, and that true life change is a work of the Holy Spirit.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fNBo16CNC-I3749https://my.truevi.com/watch/UXBHjpTyKV4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UXBHjpTyKV4/hqdefault.jpgThe pruning season before EllerslieEric and Leslie Ludy reflect on a period of intense spiritual pruning that preceded the founding of Ellerslie. This season involved stepping away from public ministry, wrestling with core truths of the Gospel, and developing a deep burden for discipleship amidst a perceived shallow Christianity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UXBHjpTyKV42148https://my.truevi.com/watch/aevRupCtRCAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aevRupCtRCA/hqdefault.jpgGod leads to places of refreshingThis message explores how God leads His people through wilderness experiences to places of refreshing. Drawing from Exodus 15, it highlights that God not only guides through difficult times but also provides oases of rest and rejuvenation along the way. The sermon encourages believers to recognize and utilize these moments of refreshing in their lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aevRupCtRCA1511https://my.truevi.com/watch/T596X9Z8ml0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/T596X9Z8ml0/hqdefault.jpgThe hope of Advent in the story of Zechariah and ElizabethThis sermon explores the hope of Advent through the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, who waited decades for a child. It highlights how their seemingly hopeless situation became the means by which God announced that nothing is impossible for Him, even after 400 years of silence.https://www.youtube.com/embed/T596X9Z8ml02248https://my.truevi.com/watch/IrPsNR1vsRIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/IrPsNR1vsRI/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding Leviticus: Offerings and HolinessThis message explores the Book of Leviticus, emphasizing its instructions on offerings and the concept of holiness. It highlights how the Old Testament's teachings on presenting oneself to God connect with New Testament calls for believers to offer their bodies as living sacrifices, underscoring the importance of a biblical worldview in navigating contemporary challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IrPsNR1vsRI3418https://my.truevi.com/watch/h3eLWvimQC4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/h3eLWvimQC4/hqdefault.jpgMary's song: God lifts up the lowly and keeps his promisesThis devotional reflects on Mary's song, also known as the Magnificat, from Luke 1. It highlights God's faithfulness in lifting up the humble, satisfying the hungry, and keeping his promises across generations. The passage invites listeners to glorify God for his past and present work, especially in showing mercy and turning the world's values upside down.https://www.youtube.com/embed/h3eLWvimQC4601https://my.truevi.com/watch/ImbNGl-5okkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ImbNGl-5okk/hqdefault.jpgPaul's farewell to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20This sermon explores Paul's final address to the Ephesian elders in Acts chapter 20, highlighting the character and content of his gospel ministry. It covers his humility, perseverance through trials, and his solemn testimony of repentance toward God and faith in Jesus Christ. The message also emphasizes Paul's warnings against false teachers and his commendation of the elders to God and the word of His grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ImbNGl-5okk2365https://my.truevi.com/watch/3I-NNWFU2_Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3I-NNWFU2_Y/hqdefault.jpgThe heavy labor of legalism and unending rest in JesusThis sermon explores the tension between the self-righteous legalism of religious experts and the life-giving compassion of Jesus, as seen in Luke chapter 6. It highlights how legalism can blind individuals to their need for a savior and the needs of others, contrasting it with the unending rest and freedom found in Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3I-NNWFU2_Y1932https://my.truevi.com/watch/OaQwmIMHuL4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OaQwmIMHuL4/hqdefault.jpgExperiencing all that God has for you: Teachability, obedience, and the Holy SpiritThis message explores three principles from Acts chapter 19 that enable believers to experience all God has for them. It emphasizes the importance of being teachable, walking in obedience to God's word, and being filled with the Holy Spirit to unlock a deeper understanding of God's purpose and power in one's life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OaQwmIMHuL41975https://my.truevi.com/watch/MVAZ6us_D5ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/MVAZ6us_D5g/hqdefault.jpgEmbracing the Holy One for a holy lifeThis message explores the biblical concept of holiness, emphasizing that God alone is intrinsically holy. It reveals that human attempts at holiness are futile and that true holiness is only achieved by embracing the Holy One, Jesus Christ. The speaker outlines five practical implications of this truth for a believer's life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MVAZ6us_D5g2781https://my.truevi.com/watch/fF9SM0uvmAQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fF9SM0uvmAQ/hqdefault.jpgThe kingdom people and the promiseThis message explores the concept of God's kingdom people and the promise, focusing on Abraham's call to leave his world and follow God in faith. It highlights how God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 12, to bless all nations through him, finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fF9SM0uvmAQ1680https://my.truevi.com/watch/C7r6vO_vW-Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/C7r6vO_vW-Q/hqdefault.jpgThe Noahic covenant: God's promise of new beginningsThis sermon explores the biblical account of Noah and the flood from Genesis 6-9, highlighting it as a cosmic reset and a new beginning for humanity. It delves into the first mention of grace and covenant in the Bible, emphasizing God's judgment of sin alongside His mercy and promise symbolized by the rainbow.https://www.youtube.com/embed/C7r6vO_vW-Q3352https://my.truevi.com/watch/A_5iXQFaPwwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/A_5iXQFaPww/hqdefault.jpgDo not waste the coronavirus crisisThis video challenges Christians to consider if their conversations during the coronavirus pandemic are eternally or spiritually motivated. It emphasizes that while people may not ask about escaping hell, the current crisis presents an opportunity to share the Gospel, especially given increased thoughts about mortality. The speaker urges believers to use this time to witness to their unsaved neighbors.https://www.youtube.com/embed/A_5iXQFaPww670https://my.truevi.com/watch/0dy0Ka3DQhchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0dy0Ka3DQhc/hqdefault.jpgMinistering to people with sexual issues: A process for the churchThis discussion outlines a four-step process for churches to minister to people facing sexual issues: dialogue, education, coaching, and referral. It emphasizes the importance of creating a safe environment for open conversation and equipping church staff to address a wide range of complex sexual challenges within the congregation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0dy0Ka3DQhc1643https://my.truevi.com/watch/o8KS63LF-nAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/o8KS63LF-nA/hqdefault.jpgGod's mighty hand is the last wordThis message explores how God's mighty hand is the ultimate authority, even when circumstances seem impossible. It encourages listeners not to quit when facing disappointment, as God is often on the brink of revealing His power in unexpected ways.https://www.youtube.com/embed/o8KS63LF-nA461https://my.truevi.com/watch/Ym0SddrQGjEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ym0SddrQGjE/hqdefault.jpgMarks of a wise woman: Abigail's humility and responsibilityThis message explores the characteristics of a wise woman through the biblical account of Abigail in 1 Samuel 25. It highlights her immediate action, humble spirit, and willingness to take responsibility in a volatile situation. The speaker contrasts Abigail's wisdom with the foolishness of Nabal and King Saul, emphasizing the importance of seeking and heeding godly counsel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ym0SddrQGjE3237https://my.truevi.com/watch/xGm5Z7LksR0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xGm5Z7LksR0/hqdefault.jpgThe spirit of Christmas is worshipThis message explores the true meaning of the Christmas spirit, asserting that it is fundamentally about worship. Drawing on biblical accounts from the first Christmas, it highlights how various individuals, including Elizabeth, Zechariah, the angels, the shepherds, Simeon, Anna, and the Magi, all responded to the birth of Jesus with worship. The sermon emphasizes that true worship is internal, intense, and the primary purpose for which humanity was created.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xGm5Z7LksR01091https://my.truevi.com/watch/dSfMbBKCAfIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dSfMbBKCAfI/hqdefault.jpgEphesians 5:21-33: Christ, the church, and marriagePastor Jim Thomas explores Ephesians 5:21-33, focusing on the relationship between Christ and the church as a model for marriage. He emphasizes that submission in marriage is rooted in mutual submission to Christ and highlights the husband's call to self-sacrificial love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dSfMbBKCAfI1278https://my.truevi.com/watch/wzDwUVowoDAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wzDwUVowoDA/hqdefault.jpgDealing with fear in a biblical wayThis study explores the pervasive human experience of fear, drawing insights from the Apostle Paul, Joshua, and David. It highlights how fear, though common, can be addressed through a relationship with God, who is presented as our light, salvation, and strength.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wzDwUVowoDA3166https://my.truevi.com/watch/RXhyyQ14Enshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/RXhyyQ14Ens/hqdefault.jpgLa liberté et la guérison les plus profondesJoni Eareckson Tada partage son parcours personnel de recherche de la liberté et de la guérison, au-delà des attentes de guérison physique. Elle explique comment Dieu utilise la souffrance pour révéler le péché et l'égoïsme, conduisant à une dépendance plus profonde envers Jésus et à une joie inégalée.https://www.youtube.com/embed/RXhyyQ14Ens2622https://my.truevi.com/watch/EIUgbN9EmI0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EIUgbN9EmI0/hqdefault.jpgGod's faithfulness revealed in the gospelThis sermon explores how the gospel of Jesus Christ demonstrates God's unwavering faithfulness. It argues that God's work in Jesus fulfills promises made in the Old Testament, showing His consistency and trustworthiness across all scripture. The message encourages listeners to trust in God's unchanging character, even amidst life's challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/EIUgbN9EmI01903https://my.truevi.com/watch/HDMxShIc5Rohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HDMxShIc5Ro/hqdefault.jpgMoses' early life and the importance of spiritual trainingThis message introduces a new series by examining the early life of Moses, focusing on his birth, adoption, and the spiritual foundation laid by his biological mother. It highlights the critical role of parental spiritual training and the consequences of acting on God's will without His timing and method.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HDMxShIc5Ro2362https://my.truevi.com/watch/sU4fFRGdxF8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sU4fFRGdxF8/hqdefault.jpgDare to be a Deborah: Lessons in godly servant leadershipThis presentation challenges listeners to emulate Deborah from the book of Judges, focusing on her qualities as a godly servant leader. The speaker uses the acronym D.A.R.E. to outline key leadership principles: Declare God's word, Affirm others, Rebuke gently, and Encourage. The message emphasizes supporting and empowering others in their God-given callings.https://www.youtube.com/embed/sU4fFRGdxF81488https://my.truevi.com/watch/c59ZMKGinUohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/c59ZMKGinUo/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding differences in the gospelsThis video explores apparent discrepancies within the four Gospel accounts, particularly regarding the discovery of Jesus's empty tomb. Drawing on experience with eyewitness testimonies, the speaker explains how differing details do not necessarily indicate contradictions but can be consistent statements from multiple perspectives. The presentation suggests that the inclusion of all four Gospels allows readers to evaluate each witness statement, preserving the evidence.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c59ZMKGinUo448https://my.truevi.com/watch/_qyDqE2uHjMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_qyDqE2uHjM/hqdefault.jpgTurning to the light to overcome the shadows of the pastThis message explores how past sins, shame, and failures can hold individuals in a form of slavery, even after forgiveness. It encourages believers to turn their gaze to the light of God's word and promises of mercy and grace to overcome these lingering shadows.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_qyDqE2uHjM721https://my.truevi.com/watch/-y2wzM1zfpwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-y2wzM1zfpw/hqdefault.jpgThe Squire and the Scroll: Part 2, Eyes Straight AheadThis children's lesson continues the story of a squire on a quest to rescue a stolen lantern. The squire learns the importance of following the scroll's second rule: to keep his eyes fixed straight ahead and not be distracted by worldly temptations or evil.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-y2wzM1zfpw475https://my.truevi.com/watch/PyfOcz09bdohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PyfOcz09bdo/hqdefault.jpgKentucky church removes inactive members from its rollsA Kentucky church made the difficult decision to remove inactive members from its official rolls. This action, described as a form of church discipline, was taken after members had not attended services for many years, in some cases, two decades. The church sent a series of letters to these members, culminating in their removal from the membership list.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PyfOcz09bdo670https://my.truevi.com/watch/qG9FMr1aKPchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/qG9FMr1aKPc/hqdefault.jpgThe relationship between sexual identity and union with ChristRosaria Butterfield discusses the relationship between sexual identity and union with Christ, arguing that sexual identity is not an ontological category. She shares her personal journey of conversion from a lesbian feminist professor to a Christian and explains why she believes the term "gay Christian" is problematic.https://www.youtube.com/embed/qG9FMr1aKPc2678https://my.truevi.com/watch/dFkTpwNJO7Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dFkTpwNJO7A/hqdefault.jpgFinding your identity in God, not in your workThis discussion explores how easily our sense of identity can become intertwined with our accomplishments and activities. It challenges the notion that our value is derived from what we do, emphasizing instead that true worth and purpose are found in a relationship with God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dFkTpwNJO7A1695https://my.truevi.com/watch/R0Lr4hcH94Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/R0Lr4hcH94A/hqdefault.jpgRelating to God as a father, not just a judgeThis episode explores the common Christian struggle of feeling like we can never do enough to please God. It challenges the perception of God solely as a stern judge, encouraging listeners to relate to Him as a loving Father who is pleased by our imperfect, yet true, obedience.https://www.youtube.com/embed/R0Lr4hcH94A1614https://my.truevi.com/watch/mwDzAj07PFIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/mwDzAj07PFI/hqdefault.jpgScholarly perspectives on Christian nationalism in AmericaTwo scholars discuss their books on Christian nationalism, exploring its definitions, prevalence, and the motivations behind their research. They examine the term's use in public discourse and its perceived threat to American society and the church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mwDzAj07PFI4169https://my.truevi.com/watch/WgnvrENuDWQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WgnvrENuDWQ/hqdefault.jpgThe standard of proof for belief in JesusThis video explores the appropriate standard of proof for belief in Jesus, arguing against the "beyond a possible doubt" standard. It suggests that applying an impossibly high standard to faith is inconsistent with how people navigate daily life and legal systems.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WgnvrENuDWQ3912https://my.truevi.com/watch/5cRhQ6p6L-Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5cRhQ6p6L-Y/hqdefault.jpgThe hand of God in the glove of current events for the Muslim worldThis lecture explores how God is working in the Muslim world today, drawing people to himself through political turmoil, disasters, economic need, migrations, and ethnic resurgence. It highlights the increased receptivity to the gospel in various regions and discusses how Christians can cooperate with God's work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5cRhQ6p6L-Y2369https://my.truevi.com/watch/evk5kOa76ewhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/evk5kOa76ew/hqdefault.jpgGod's self-revelation and accommodation to human capacityThis presentation explores how God reveals himself to humanity, emphasizing that God accommodates to human finitude and sinfulness without compromising his transcendence. It discusses the distinction between God's essence and energies, and how human knowledge of God is always received according to the mode of the receiver, as articulated by Aquinas and Calvin.https://www.youtube.com/embed/evk5kOa76ew1854https://my.truevi.com/watch/SrteiPmzzHAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SrteiPmzzHA/hqdefault.jpgFrancis Ridley Havergal's hymn "Like a River Glorious" and God's perfect peaceNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explores the hymn "Like a River Glorious" by Francis Ridley Havergal, connecting its lyrics to the biblical concept of God's perfect peace. She discusses how this peace, described as shalom shalom, flows from God's presence and is experienced through trust in Him, even amidst life's storms.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SrteiPmzzHA1496https://my.truevi.com/watch/NC9kHyZh1cIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/NC9kHyZh1cI/hqdefault.jpgThe Bible's perspective on rioting and mob mentalityThis video explores the biblical view of rioting, examining instances where Paul was a victim and the riot during Jesus' trial. It highlights how instigators manipulate crowds, leading to lawlessness and destruction, even among those who believe they are acting righteously.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NC9kHyZh1cI346https://my.truevi.com/watch/KhYZ8oBXCHghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/KhYZ8oBXCHg/hqdefault.jpgDenalyn Lucado: God's tender and merciful healing from depressionDenalyn Lucado shares her personal journey of God's rescue from depression, emphasizing His tender, merciful, and healing nature. She discusses how God uses suffering for purpose and equips believers, highlighting the importance of dependence on Him, His Word, and the power of prayer.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KhYZ8oBXCHg3747https://my.truevi.com/watch/Q7t85Yc0YP4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q7t85Yc0YP4/hqdefault.jpg2018 Fall Convocation service and announcementsThis video captures the opening of the 2018 Fall Convocation service at Westminster Theological Seminary, including various announcements for the upcoming semester. The speaker welcomes attendees to the new academic year and highlights several events, such as the annual fall picnic, the inaugural Herald lecture, a special worship service, and a book launch with Dr. Joel Beeke.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q7t85Yc0YP44235https://my.truevi.com/watch/5t4GpSZU_lghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5t4GpSZU_lg/hqdefault.jpgThe reward of faithful serviceNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth reminds ministry leaders and all believers that the ultimate reward for serving others is not fully realized until Christ's return. She emphasizes that the transformed lives of those we serve are our glory and joy, encouraging perseverance in difficult ministry situations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5t4GpSZU_lg1573https://my.truevi.com/watch/R7CeE24XvEghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/R7CeE24XvEg/hqdefault.jpgSupporting suffering loved ones with truth and hopeJani Ortlund shares wisdom on how to support loved ones who are suffering. She emphasizes the importance of clinging to God's truth and offering hope, drawing from personal experiences and scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/R7CeE24XvEg1634https://my.truevi.com/watch/oD-KtSCXDcshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/oD-KtSCXDcs/hqdefault.jpgThe power of grace revealedThis message explores the biblical understanding of grace, moving beyond the idea of a mere 'hug' to reveal its active power. Grace is presented as the enabling force for believers to live out their faith, serve God, and accomplish His will.https://www.youtube.com/embed/oD-KtSCXDcs1667https://my.truevi.com/watch/3QI1pDJfGOwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3QI1pDJfGOw/hqdefault.jpgBuilding a life that lasts on the rock of Jesus ChristThis sermon explores Jesus' parable of the wise and foolish builders from Matthew 7:24-27, emphasizing the importance of not just hearing but actively practicing Jesus' teachings. It highlights that true character and the strength of one's life foundation are revealed in times of trial, urging listeners to build their lives on the solid rock of Christ's words.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3QI1pDJfGOw5094https://my.truevi.com/watch/pPA0A32lMwshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pPA0A32lMws/hqdefault.jpgThe church's craving for a strong leaderThis message explores the church's current desire for strong leadership, drawing parallels to ancient Israel's longing for an earthly king. It warns against the vulnerability of seeking strength from human sources rather than relying on God as the true King.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pPA0A32lMws3568https://my.truevi.com/watch/24i5UQqXZQIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/24i5UQqXZQI/hqdefault.jpgChoosing to praise God in difficult circumstancesNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explains that praise is an act of the will, not merely an emotion. Drawing from David's experience in Psalm 34, she encourages listeners to choose to bless the Lord even in the midst of life's darkest and most challenging moments. This choice can transform one's perspective and impact those around them.https://www.youtube.com/embed/24i5UQqXZQI1663https://my.truevi.com/watch/z_O_-OnNRUAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/z_O_-OnNRUA/hqdefault.jpgThe prophetic message of Jonah and NahumDr. Stephen Coleman discusses his commentary on Jonah and Nahum, highlighting how these prophetic books complement each other. He explains that Jonah emphasizes God's mercy towards an undeserving Nineveh, while Nahum announces God's judgment against the same wicked nation. The discussion explores the unique ways these books function as prophecy and their relevance to understanding God's character and interaction with His people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/z_O_-OnNRUA3086https://my.truevi.com/watch/M5_-BkpioNghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/M5_-BkpioNg/hqdefault.jpgRemembering God's forgiveness through Psalm 130This episode of the True Girl podcast explores Psalm 130, a Psalm of Ascent, from the southern steps of Jerusalem. It highlights how this scripture helps us remember God's forgiveness for our sins, no matter how big they feel. The hosts encourage listeners to memorize Psalm 130 as a reminder that God's forgiveness is greater than any sin.https://www.youtube.com/embed/M5_-BkpioNg791https://my.truevi.com/watch/RWpGSCgqpbchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/RWpGSCgqpbc/hqdefault.jpgAdvent week 3: Malcolm Guite's "O Emmanuel" poem and the meaning of "with"This Advent reflection features a reading of Malcolm Guite's poem "O Emmanuel" from his book "Waiting on the Word." The host discusses Guite's observation on the significance of prepositions like "in," "for," "through," and especially "with" in the Christian message, connecting it to the Advent theme of God being "with us."https://www.youtube.com/embed/RWpGSCgqpbc718https://my.truevi.com/watch/vDsNFpA1c5Ehttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vDsNFpA1c5E/hqdefault.jpgHonest worship and spiritual practices for engaging with GodThis session explores multi-sensory worship, spiritual practices, and honest engagement with God. It encourages participants to bring their whole selves to worship, including their brokenness and questions, and to listen for God's voice through various means.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vDsNFpA1c5E2009https://my.truevi.com/watch/BVz7LrL8yLYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BVz7LrL8yLY/hqdefault.jpgNew wine, new wineskins: Embracing change in faithThis sermon explores the biblical metaphor of new wine and new wineskins, emphasizing that God's kingdom is expansive and adaptable. It encourages listeners to embrace personal and communal transformation, recognizing that new experiences and spiritual growth require new ways of living out faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BVz7LrL8yLY4121https://my.truevi.com/watch/C7xXDMti8aEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/C7xXDMti8aE/hqdefault.jpgThe manliness of Christ: A perfect role model for menThis program explores the concept of Christ's manliness, examining how he perfectly modeled qualities like watchfulness, standing firm in faith, acting courageously, and being strong, all while operating in love. It challenges cultural distortions of masculinity and highlights Jesus as the ultimate example of true manhood.https://www.youtube.com/embed/C7xXDMti8aE1652https://my.truevi.com/watch/iJIGnnDgiHghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iJIGnnDgiHg/hqdefault.jpgThe enduring wisdom of God's word versus temporary worldly wisdomThis segment explores the dangers of seeking wisdom outside of God's word, drawing on personal experience and 1 Corinthians 2:6-7. It emphasizes that worldly wisdom, including New Age practices, is temporary and can lead to deception, while God's wisdom is eternal and reveals our true identity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iJIGnnDgiHg508https://my.truevi.com/watch/yz1ipTj5Nq4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yz1ipTj5Nq4/hqdefault.jpgConfession and community as a safeguard against sinThis episode explores how isolation makes individuals vulnerable to sin, drawing parallels between a lion's hunting strategy and Satan's tactics. It emphasizes the importance of Christian community, confession, and prayer as essential safeguards against temptation and shame, highlighting personal testimonies and biblical principles.https://www.youtube.com/embed/yz1ipTj5Nq41901https://my.truevi.com/watch/GM1fJcza1jYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/GM1fJcza1jY/hqdefault.jpgWhat the Bible says about anal sexThis video explores biblical perspectives on anal sex, noting that the Bible does not explicitly mention it. It discusses the account of Sodom and Gomorrah and the broader definition of sodomy, while also examining principles for sexual intimacy within marriage.https://www.youtube.com/embed/GM1fJcza1jY322https://my.truevi.com/watch/g3ZGGwdb_REhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/g3ZGGwdb_RE/hqdefault.jpgThe importance of active kindness in the Christian lifeThis session emphasizes that true kindness is not merely a feeling but active goodness, influencing others through benevolent and beneficial actions. It highlights how kindness, as demonstrated by Jesus and described in Titus 2, is a powerful and courageous quality that can transform lives and make the Gospel desirable.https://www.youtube.com/embed/g3ZGGwdb_RE1617https://my.truevi.com/watch/clFkzAeNiHwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/clFkzAeNiHw/hqdefault.jpgThe purpose of Silent Saturday in Holy WeekThis devotional explores the significance of 'Silent Saturday' during Holy Week, the space between the crucifixion and the resurrection. It encourages reflection on God's purpose for this pause, emphasizing faithful waiting and anticipation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/clFkzAeNiHw368https://my.truevi.com/watch/SnyY9kAWX1Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SnyY9kAWX1Q/hqdefault.jpgWhy does God allow suffering?This podcast episode addresses the question of why God allows suffering, a common and difficult inquiry. It explores biblical principles for trusting God amidst pain and offers guidance on ministering to others experiencing difficult times. The discussion emphasizes that while full understanding may not always be immediate, God is in control and has a greater plan.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SnyY9kAWX1Q2049https://my.truevi.com/watch/FOtUqxFSst8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FOtUqxFSst8/hqdefault.jpgPalm Sunday: Jesus' triumphal entry into JerusalemThis message celebrates Palm Sunday, commemorating Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. The speaker emphasizes Jesus' awareness of the challenges ahead and his unwavering commitment to his purpose, offering comfort and encouragement during times of disruption.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FOtUqxFSst84151https://my.truevi.com/watch/xCgnpeYKyX4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xCgnpeYKyX4/hqdefault.jpgThe necessity of unity in the churchThis video discusses the essential nature of unity within the local church, drawing on biblical passages to highlight its divine origin and purpose. It explores how unity is not merely a preference but a God-ordained necessity, reflecting the Trinity and serving as a witness to the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xCgnpeYKyX4826https://my.truevi.com/watch/bJGfcb156jghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bJGfcb156jg/hqdefault.jpgGod's providence is always at work in daily and dysfunctional momentsThis sermon explores how God's providence is continuously active in all aspects of life, from the ordinary daily routines to the most challenging and messy situations. Using the story of Jacob in Genesis 29, it illustrates that God's plan remains unstoppable, even amidst human sin and complicated relationships.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bJGfcb156jg2256https://my.truevi.com/watch/-eabDU8ciVIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-eabDU8ciVI/hqdefault.jpgReading the scripture to see JesusThis message emphasizes that the Bible is not primarily about self-help, moral instruction, or historical facts, but is fundamentally about Jesus. It encourages readers to look for Jesus in every story and passage, as He is the central figure who brings transformation and life. The speaker highlights how various Old Testament narratives foreshadow and point to Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-eabDU8ciVI2035https://my.truevi.com/watch/pAgepZkBx5Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pAgepZkBx5I/hqdefault.jpgJohn MacArthur's views on mental illness and the church's responseThis discussion explores John MacArthur's controversial statements regarding mental illness, including his assertion that conditions like PTSD, OCD, and ADHD are not real. The hosts and guest analyze the implications of such views within the Christian community, considering the historical context of mental health treatment and the church's evolving understanding of psychological well-being.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pAgepZkBx5I3678https://my.truevi.com/watch/EkFORs0YGkYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/EkFORs0YGkY/hqdefault.jpgGod's plan: The big picturePastor Dary Northrop discusses God's mysterious plan, emphasizing that it is not exclusive and includes both Gentiles and Jews. He explains that Paul's mission was to clarify this plan, which involves the church displaying God's wisdom to unseen spiritual forces. The message encourages living with an awareness of spiritual warfare and God's unconditional love and purpose.https://www.youtube.com/embed/EkFORs0YGkY2945https://my.truevi.com/watch/-Y8ZgKknNKYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-Y8ZgKknNKY/hqdefault.jpgPreach the word: Obediently, urgently, constantly, and patientlyThis message emphasizes the critical importance of preaching God's word, drawing from 2 Timothy 3 and 4. It outlines four key characteristics of effective preaching: obedience, urgency, constancy, and patience, highlighting the need to faithfully deliver biblical truth in all circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-Y8ZgKknNKY1983https://my.truevi.com/watch/FXlJEfZ_zlshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FXlJEfZ_zls/hqdefault.jpgRecovering the anti-feminist theology of the reformersZach Garris discusses his book, "Honor Thy Fathers," which examines the historical views of Protestant reformers and post-Reformation writers on the roles of men and women in the church, home, and society. He argues that these historical perspectives offer a consistent understanding of male leadership across all spheres, contrasting with contemporary shifts influenced by feminism.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FXlJEfZ_zls2231https://my.truevi.com/watch/TyxH5_Rl36Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TyxH5_Rl36A/hqdefault.jpgJesus forgives and heals a paralytic in CapernaumPastor Jim Thomas teaches from Mark chapter 2, verses 1-12, detailing Jesus' return to Capernaum where he encounters a paralytic man brought by four friends. Jesus first forgives the man's sins, then heals him, demonstrating his authority over both sin and disease.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TyxH5_Rl36A2920https://my.truevi.com/watch/ee6N_7tiEdAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ee6N_7tiEdA/hqdefault.jpgGod forgives iniquity, transgression, and sinThis sermon explores the nature of God's forgiveness as described in Exodus 34, focusing on three categories: iniquity, transgression, and sin. It emphasizes that God is merciful, gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love, and that His forgiveness is available for all.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ee6N_7tiEdA3355https://my.truevi.com/watch/qV-qJ3JA3Echttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/qV-qJ3JA3Ec/hqdefault.jpgThe biblical mandate to evangelize and disciple political typesThis presentation argues for a biblical mandate to evangelize and disciple political leaders, rather than merely moralizing them. The speaker draws on examples from the Old Testament, the time of Christ, the apostolic era, and the tribulation period to demonstrate this consistent theme throughout scripture. The vision of Capital Ministries to place skilled ambassadors for Christ in state capitals is presented as a practical application of this mandate.https://www.youtube.com/embed/qV-qJ3JA3Ec1472https://my.truevi.com/watch/oJzZMB3_0wwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/oJzZMB3_0ww/hqdefault.jpgThe greatest commandment: Love God and love your neighborThis sermon explores Jesus' teaching on the greatest commandment, emphasizing that loving God with all of one's being and loving one's neighbor as oneself are foundational to Christian life. It highlights how this love, rooted in God's unconditional love, should be displayed through relationships, service, and giving.https://www.youtube.com/embed/oJzZMB3_0ww3440https://my.truevi.com/watch/n-t0aGRxV70https://i.ytimg.com/vi/n-t0aGRxV70/hqdefault.jpgChristian self-defense and moral justification for aggressionThis discussion explores whether Christians can learn self-defense through martial arts, distinguishing between physical techniques and metaphysical claims. It also addresses the moral justification for using aggression to prevent greater evil, citing biblical examples.https://www.youtube.com/embed/n-t0aGRxV70596https://my.truevi.com/watch/gXuHhQkZwcohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gXuHhQkZwco/hqdefault.jpgThe parable of the sower: The word of the kingdom and four types of heartsThis sermon examines the parable of the sower from Matthew 13:1-23, focusing on the seed as the word of the kingdom and the four types of soil as four kinds of human hearts. It explores how Jesus's parables both reveal and conceal truth, serving as a judgment on some while offering understanding to others. The message emphasizes the parable's first-century application to Israel and its ongoing relevance for individual hearts today.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gXuHhQkZwco2375https://my.truevi.com/watch/I08H8KBynz4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I08H8KBynz4/hqdefault.jpgDavid's response to God's grace in 2 Samuel 7This message explores David's reaction to God's covenant promise in 2 Samuel 7, highlighting his eager obedience, confidence in God, clarity about his past, present, and future, and profound humility. It draws parallels to how believers today can respond to God's grace and purpose in their lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/I08H8KBynz42993https://my.truevi.com/watch/5qqb1feu6GAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5qqb1feu6GA/hqdefault.jpgForgiveness versus coping with guiltThis message explores two fundamental approaches to human guilt: the Christian path of forgiveness through the Gospel and the pagan method of coping. It argues that societal reliance on coping mechanisms leads to accumulating guilt, contrasting this with the liberating power of free and sovereign grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5qqb1feu6GA767https://my.truevi.com/watch/dqwtDKgvWUAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dqwtDKgvWUA/hqdefault.jpgThe counter-intuitive nature of God's kingdomThis sermon explores how Jesus' parables challenge conventional expectations of a kingdom, revealing that God's kingdom operates in ways that are often counter-intuitive to human understanding. It emphasizes that the kingdom's growth is not through worldly power or immediate conquest, but through a hidden, organic process initiated and sustained by God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dqwtDKgvWUA2488https://my.truevi.com/watch/hM-DBRk5lHMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hM-DBRk5lHM/hqdefault.jpgThe power of God's word and our response to itThis sermon explores Mark chapter 4, focusing on the power of God's word and the necessity of our response. It examines the parables of the sower, the lamp, the growing seed, and the mustard seed, as well as Jesus calming the storm, to illustrate how God's word impacts all areas of life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hM-DBRk5lHM2257https://my.truevi.com/watch/DMUMLRiUb00https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DMUMLRiUb00/hqdefault.jpgThe problem of mimetic desire in the churchThis sermon explores the nature of conflict within Christian communities, drawing from James 4 to identify the root cause as mimetic desire. It distinguishes between creational desires and socially-rooted desires, arguing that the latter, often fueled by envy and friendship with the world, lead to internal strife. The solution presented is the application of Christ's work on the cross to address these destructive desires.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DMUMLRiUb002517https://my.truevi.com/watch/BbEQn7_4kgUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BbEQn7_4kgU/hqdefault.jpgPeter Hitchens on the decline of Christian marriage and the elephant trap of same-sex marriage debatPeter Hitchens discusses the historical decline of Christian marriage, arguing that same-sex marriage is a symptom of a larger societal revolution rather than the primary cause of marriage's ruin. He also warns against the "elephant trap" where conservatives are lured into debates that portray them as bigots.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BbEQn7_4kgU777https://my.truevi.com/watch/8x65ji9GFechttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8x65ji9GFec/hqdefault.jpgReturning to the Bible: Reading, teaching, understanding, and rejoicingThis sermon explores the importance of engaging with the Bible through four key actions: reading, teaching, understanding, and rejoicing. Drawing from Nehemiah chapter 8, it highlights how these practices lead to a deeper connection with God and a joyful life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8x65ji9GFec1600https://my.truevi.com/watch/UsBNCrv7sjchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UsBNCrv7sjc/hqdefault.jpgSeeing with spiritual glassesThis message explores how faith acts as spiritual glasses, enabling believers to perceive what is not yet visible in the natural world. Drawing from the story of Moses, it challenges listeners to abandon what holds them captive and to seek God's vision for their lives, emphasizing that faith's intended outcome is selfless giving and a demonstration of God's power.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UsBNCrv7sjc4224https://my.truevi.com/watch/4nIStZXROYghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4nIStZXROYg/hqdefault.jpgGenesis 25: Redemption history in motionThis sermon explores Genesis 25, focusing on Abraham's passing, the generations of Ishmael, and the birth of Isaac's sons, Esau and Jacob. It highlights God's faithfulness to His promises and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through these narratives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4nIStZXROYg5282https://my.truevi.com/watch/pRabBuXmNFohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pRabBuXmNFo/hqdefault.jpgThe importance of understanding total depravity for a born-again ChristianThis video explores the theological concept of total depravity and its significance for a born-again Christian. It emphasizes that while a complete theological understanding isn't a prerequisite for salvation, a true born-again believer recognizes their inherent sinfulness and dependence on God's grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pRabBuXmNFo1736https://my.truevi.com/watch/YI7hW9j9luUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YI7hW9j9luU/hqdefault.jpgPastoral advice for teens whose parents have divorcedThis video offers pastoral advice for young teens whose parents have recently divorced. It addresses common struggles such as self-blame and navigating the Fifth Commandment to honor parents, even when their actions are sinful. The discussion also covers how to approach different scenarios of parental divorce, including infidelity and gender transition, and the role of prayer for reconciliation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YI7hW9j9luU428https://my.truevi.com/watch/FL56_ghQEAQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FL56_ghQEAQ/hqdefault.jpgThe three stages of conversion: Eyes opened, turned from darkness to light, and moved from Satan's pThis sermon outlines the three stages of conversion as described in the Bible: having one's eyes opened to their need, being turned from darkness to light through the Gospel message, and finally, being moved from the power of Satan to the power of God, which includes the forgiveness of sins and an inheritance among the sanctified. It emphasizes the importance of preaching the law to open eyes before presenting the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FL56_ghQEAQ2791https://my.truevi.com/watch/crjKjD9VZDchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/crjKjD9VZDc/hqdefault.jpgJesus is the lord of reversalsThis sermon explores how Jesus' ministry and death reversed the Old Covenant principle where the unclean corrupted the clean. Through his touch and sacrifice, Jesus, though made unclean, brings cleansing and holiness to those who believe.https://www.youtube.com/embed/crjKjD9VZDc568https://my.truevi.com/watch/bVFW3wbi9pkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bVFW3wbi9pk/hqdefault.jpgThe unified story of 1 and 2 KingsThis video summarizes the unified story of the books of 1 and 2 Kings, which were originally written as one book. It covers the succession of kings after David, their failures to uphold God's covenant, and the eventual downfall and exile of both the northern and southern kingdoms.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bVFW3wbi9pk531https://my.truevi.com/watch/4YRGptDpkF4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4YRGptDpkF4/hqdefault.jpgIsaiah 53: The suffering servant observed and explainedThis sermon explores Isaiah 53, focusing on the suffering servant. The passage is structured in two sections: the suffering observed and misunderstood, and the suffering explained as penal substitution.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4YRGptDpkF4836https://my.truevi.com/watch/UaJbuiBL45Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UaJbuiBL45Q/hqdefault.jpgThe physical and bodily nature of Jesus' resurrection appearancesThis discussion examines the physical and bodily nature of Jesus' resurrection appearances, drawing on Paul's writings and the Gospel accounts. It distinguishes between resurrection appearances and visions, arguing that the former were objective, external events. The presentation also addresses skeptical interpretations, such as the hallucination hypothesis.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UaJbuiBL45Q1610https://my.truevi.com/watch/JayqQGYPm40https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JayqQGYPm40/hqdefault.jpgThe mind of Christ in disagreementThis sermon explores how the mind of Christ helps believers navigate disagreements, drawing insights from the book of Philippians. It emphasizes humility, sacrificial love, and a focus on Christ's example rather than conformity to others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JayqQGYPm404963https://my.truevi.com/watch/xid46CCdBEwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xid46CCdBEw/hqdefault.jpgCultivating battle-born friendships in an uncertain seasonIn a time of division and loneliness, this message explores the importance of cultivating deep, supportive friendships. It emphasizes learning from Jesus, letting go of burdens, and actively inviting others into our lives to navigate challenges together.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xid46CCdBEw1937https://my.truevi.com/watch/csmziafSvJohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/csmziafSvJo/hqdefault.jpgThe 1689 London Baptist Confession: Christ the Mediator, part 4This episode continues a discussion on chapter 8 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession, focusing on Christ the Mediator. The hosts delve into the satisfaction of God's justice through Christ's perfect obedience and sacrifice, and the nature of atonement for both Old and New Testament believers. They also address common misunderstandings regarding the extent and efficacy of Christ's atoning work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/csmziafSvJo2380https://my.truevi.com/watch/-I54vzAoHoUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-I54vzAoHoU/hqdefault.jpgThe prodigal son's story and the grace of GodThis message explores the parable of the prodigal son, highlighting God's generous and compassionate nature. It emphasizes that God is always waiting to restore relationship with those who turn back to Him, regardless of how far they have drifted. The message is followed by two personal testimonies of individuals who found God's grace and are being baptized.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-I54vzAoHoU3604https://my.truevi.com/watch/MHtBmroPHVQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/MHtBmroPHVQ/hqdefault.jpgFranklin Graham and Greg Laurie discuss hope in a troubled nationFranklin Graham and Greg Laurie discuss the challenges facing the nation, including recent tragedies and the brevity of life. They share a message of hope found in Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of faith and spiritual preparedness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MHtBmroPHVQ1711https://my.truevi.com/watch/HbJP7gBXnHIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HbJP7gBXnHI/hqdefault.jpgThe Mount of Olives moment: A daily escape, fresh perspective, and spiritual disciplineThis sermon explores the concept of a "Mount of Olives moment" as a spiritual practice, drawing parallels from the lives of Jesus and King David. It emphasizes the importance of a daily escape to God for healing and perspective, contrasting it with false escapes that lead to worse situations. The message encourages embracing spiritual disciplines as a means to navigate life's challenges and experience God's breakthrough.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HbJP7gBXnHI2410https://my.truevi.com/watch/B9JHmhOMHzYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/B9JHmhOMHzY/hqdefault.jpgThe devil's access and abilityThis video addresses the question of the devil's access and ability, clarifying that he is not omnipresent or omnipotent. It explores four passages of scripture to explain the devil's nature and the believer's power over him in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/B9JHmhOMHzY478https://my.truevi.com/watch/AjE-fi56Adghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/AjE-fi56Adg/hqdefault.jpgWorshiping in spirit and in truthThis message explores the nature of acceptable worship, drawing from Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. It emphasizes that true worship, which the Father seeks, is characterized by both spirit and truth, rather than mere rituals or routines.https://www.youtube.com/embed/AjE-fi56Adg6043https://my.truevi.com/watch/haVTJJoT2NAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/haVTJJoT2NA/hqdefault.jpgIn the hollow of God's handThis service explores the biblical concept of being held and protected in the hollow of God's hand. Through music and a sermon, the message emphasizes God's constant presence and care, even in times of difficulty.https://www.youtube.com/embed/haVTJJoT2NA5476https://my.truevi.com/watch/6viL9xfmhoIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6viL9xfmhoI/hqdefault.jpgMeasuring unreached people groups and global evangelical ChristianityThis presentation discusses various methodologies for measuring 'lostness' globally, focusing on the definitions and statistics related to unreached and unengaged people groups. It also introduces the Global Status of Evangelical Christianity (GCE) scale, which combines factors like scripture availability and church planting activity to assess the spiritual state of different people groups worldwide.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6viL9xfmhoI3308https://my.truevi.com/watch/15-AsXb4SXshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/15-AsXb4SXs/hqdefault.jpgPutting on the wardrobe of Christ's likenessThis sermon explores Colossians 3:12-17, emphasizing that followers of Christ are to put on the wardrobe of Christ's likeness by the power of the Holy Spirit. It highlights that this transformation is for both individual and collective good, enabling believers to live out their new identity in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/15-AsXb4SXs2392https://my.truevi.com/watch/dXgwRKpxgKIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dXgwRKpxgKI/hqdefault.jpgChristian engagement with political issuesThis discussion explores the Christian's role in politics, moving beyond partisan divides to consider how biblical values can inform engagement with complex issues. It emphasizes the need for Christians to approach political conversations with a holistic understanding of biblical principles, rather than cherry-picking scriptures to support pre-existing views.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dXgwRKpxgKI2767https://my.truevi.com/watch/WkRqHud-ZM0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WkRqHud-ZM0/hqdefault.jpgThe body of Christ: Unity in diversityThis message explores the analogy of the human body to illustrate the unity and diversity within the body of Christ. It emphasizes that every member, regardless of perceived importance, is essential and divinely appointed for the body's overall function and spiritual effectiveness in the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WkRqHud-ZM03863https://my.truevi.com/watch/tIfliF57GEghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tIfliF57GEg/hqdefault.jpgThe biblical evidence for the deity of ChristThis video explores the biblical basis for the deity of Christ, examining how Jesus' disciples acknowledged His divinity and how He is given titles unique to YHWH in the Old Testament. It also discusses actions and attributes credited to Jesus that only God can possess, along with the miracles He performed as proof of His divine claims.https://www.youtube.com/embed/tIfliF57GEg365https://my.truevi.com/watch/jkWpoJ-5aJ8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jkWpoJ-5aJ8/hqdefault.jpgJohn the Baptist preaches repentance in the wildernessThis devotional reflects on John the Baptist's message of repentance from Matthew chapter 3. It explores the meaning of repentance as a reorientation of mind and heart towards God. The message encourages listeners to consider what they need to turn away from to embrace God's new reality.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jkWpoJ-5aJ8657https://my.truevi.com/watch/EcKfw1KFRKchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/EcKfw1KFRKc/hqdefault.jpgThe Holy Spirit transcends boundariesThis sermon explores how the Holy Spirit works to break down ethnic and social barriers, drawing insights from the book of Acts. It encourages listeners to identify and respond to the Holy Spirit's call in their own lives to transcend boundaries and welcome others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/EcKfw1KFRKc4592https://my.truevi.com/watch/PZ9KXlKdlL4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PZ9KXlKdlL4/hqdefault.jpgPrayer as a means of God's predetermined planThis lecture explores the relationship between prayer and God's sovereignty, addressing the misconception that God is helpless without human prayer. It emphasizes that prayer is a means through which God implements His already planned will, as demonstrated by biblical examples like Elijah and Hezekiah.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PZ9KXlKdlL45013https://my.truevi.com/watch/g0x0g2RUuRMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/g0x0g2RUuRM/hqdefault.jpgWinning elections and maintaining legitimacyThis episode explores the distinction between winning an election and maintaining legitimacy, arguing that while an election victory can be legitimate, a lack of public trust or perceived misconduct can erode a leader's legitimacy. It suggests that in the current era, leaders should prioritize legitimacy over simply winning elections.https://www.youtube.com/embed/g0x0g2RUuRM997https://my.truevi.com/watch/1v0U_4kY9j0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1v0U_4kY9j0/hqdefault.jpgThe unity of the Spirit in troubled timesThis sermon explores Psalm 133, contrasting the division and discord of the world with the unity God provides through the Holy Spirit. It draws parallels between historical periods of national turmoil and contemporary challenges, emphasizing the church's role in demonstrating Christ's unifying power.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1v0U_4kY9j02681https://my.truevi.com/watch/kJG1rIg__DEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/kJG1rIg__DE/hqdefault.jpgDiscerning the signs of the timesThis message explores Jesus' teaching on the 'signs of the times' from Matthew 16, where he rebukes the Pharisees and Sadducees for their inability to discern spiritual signs despite their ability to interpret weather patterns. The speaker discusses various contemporary events, such as global conflicts, natural disasters, and the re-establishment of Israel, as potential fulfillments of biblical prophecy concerning the end times.https://www.youtube.com/embed/kJG1rIg__DE3191https://my.truevi.com/watch/vhnlW05kplYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vhnlW05kplY/hqdefault.jpgThe unique God deserves unique love and responsibilityThis sermon explores Deuteronomy 6:4-9, highlighting that God's unique character compels supreme love from His people. It emphasizes that this love is not merely an emotion but requires deep internalization of His word and diligent teaching to future generations, shaping every aspect of life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vhnlW05kplY2119https://my.truevi.com/watch/BhrBTTWqvYshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BhrBTTWqvYs/hqdefault.jpgThe historical leadership of women in evangelicalismThis lecture explores the significant, often overlooked, historical contributions of women to evangelical movements. It highlights how women were central to early evangelicalism, serving as missionaries, founders of Bible institutes, preachers, and social activists, challenging contemporary assumptions about gender roles in the church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BhrBTTWqvYs3266https://my.truevi.com/watch/eg6ArU3Vo4khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/eg6ArU3Vo4k/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding justification, sanctification, glorification, and perseverance of the saintsThis video explains the theological terms justification, sanctification, glorification, and perseverance of the saints. It clarifies how understanding these concepts can provide assurance of salvation. The discussion emphasizes that God, who begins a good work in believers, will complete it.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eg6ArU3Vo4k475https://my.truevi.com/watch/pYoNj0idRzchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pYoNj0idRzc/hqdefault.jpgThanksgiving week: Pass the gravy and the graceThis message encourages listeners to embrace a lifestyle of thanksgiving, not just for a day or week, but continually. It challenges them to give thanks in all circumstances, even difficult ones, drawing inspiration from a historical account of faith amidst adversity. The message also addresses navigating political differences during family gatherings, advocating for peace and grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pYoNj0idRzc5425https://my.truevi.com/watch/Ruz_GSTdGX8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ruz_GSTdGX8/hqdefault.jpgWhat it means for the marriage bed to be undefiledThis video explains the biblical meaning of the marriage bed being undefiled, drawing from Hebrews 13:4. It defines "undefiled" as uncontaminated or set apart, emphasizing that sexual intimacy is exclusively for a husband and wife. The discussion identifies various ways the marriage bed can be defiled, including fornication, adultery, homosexuality, prostitution, and pornography.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ruz_GSTdGX8316https://my.truevi.com/watch/B4-ndzRKqYghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/B4-ndzRKqYg/hqdefault.jpgMethodological naturalism as a philosophical viewpointThis discussion distinguishes methodological naturalism from metaphysical naturalism, explaining that the former is a philosophical viewpoint, not a scientific one. It explores how methodological naturalism limits scientific inquiry to natural explanations, precluding supernatural ones, and its implications for understanding the origin of life and biological complexity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/B4-ndzRKqYg2381https://my.truevi.com/watch/1sqTHQBbsDkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1sqTHQBbsDk/hqdefault.jpgWhy humanity needs a SaviorThis video explains why humanity needs a Savior from a biblical perspective. It discusses the nature of God, the sinfulness of humankind, and God's plan for humanity as reasons for this necessity. The video clarifies that the term "Savior" in this context refers to Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1sqTHQBbsDk416https://my.truevi.com/watch/AHhe4hIas8ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/AHhe4hIas8o/hqdefault.jpgThe two-fold nature of Christ: Fully God and fully manThis program explores the theological concept of Christ's two-fold nature, examining historical heresies and the church's clarification through councils like Chalcedon. It emphasizes that Jesus is both fully divine and fully human, with two distinct natures united in one person, a concept known as the hypostatic union. This doctrine is presented as essential for understanding Christ's incomparable nature and his role in human redemption.https://www.youtube.com/embed/AHhe4hIas8o1478https://my.truevi.com/watch/wm8aszF1EKYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wm8aszF1EKY/hqdefault.jpgThe Holy Spirit: The one who makes Christianity workThis sermon introduces the Holy Spirit as the one who enables believers to live out the Christian life. It explains how the Holy Spirit reveals the Word of God in text, in person (Jesus Christ), and in action, leading to conviction, transformation, and behavioral accuracy.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wm8aszF1EKY2243https://my.truevi.com/watch/bMt-MsidKl4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bMt-MsidKl4/hqdefault.jpgERLC podcast: Supreme Court strikes down California's indoor worship banThis ERLC podcast episode discusses the Supreme Court's decision to overturn California's ban on indoor religious gatherings, replacing it with a 25% capacity limit. The hosts explain the significance of this ruling for religious freedom and the ongoing legal challenges regarding singing and chanting in churches.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bMt-MsidKl44063https://my.truevi.com/watch/ZnDiNXxqu8shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZnDiNXxqu8s/hqdefault.jpgThe unchanging love of God for his childrenThis sermon explores the profound security and inheritance that comes with being a child of God. It emphasizes God's unchanging love, contrasting it with fear-based relationships and highlighting the joy of a father welcoming his lost son home.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZnDiNXxqu8s1872https://my.truevi.com/watch/lsMgxiURFQYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/lsMgxiURFQY/hqdefault.jpgThe wisdom of fearing GodThis sermon explores the concept of fearing God, emphasizing its importance for Christ followers. It highlights how a diminished respect for God leads to spiritual blindness and ungodliness, contrasting the path of wisdom with the path of foolishness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/lsMgxiURFQY3345https://my.truevi.com/watch/PfNJ7wsrTEwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PfNJ7wsrTEw/hqdefault.jpgWho do people say that I am?This sermon explores the question, "What does it look like to be a Christian in today's culture?" It addresses how to respond to negativity and challenges to faith, drawing parallels to Peter's confession of Jesus' identity. The message encourages believers to live out and defend their faith in a world that often views Christian teachings as outdated or insensitive.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PfNJ7wsrTEw5609https://my.truevi.com/watch/0vd9qBB719khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0vd9qBB719k/hqdefault.jpgWho is this Jesus? Liar, lunatic, or Lord?This sermon explores the identity of Jesus, presenting the argument that he must be either a liar, a lunatic, or Lord, based on his claims and actions. The message also addresses accusations against Jesus from his family and the scribes, including the concept of the unforgivable sin.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0vd9qBB719k5351https://my.truevi.com/watch/-Xj8YiLLEaghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-Xj8YiLLEag/hqdefault.jpgAdvent vespers: The shepherds' storyThis Advent vespers service features a dramatic reading of the shepherds' story from Luke 2:8-20. The service includes musical performances and a reflection on the shepherds' experience of encountering the divine.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-Xj8YiLLEag2652https://my.truevi.com/watch/-rCAX6VWJOghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-rCAX6VWJOg/hqdefault.jpgWhy there is so much evil and hatred in the worldPastor Brad Stahl begins a new series in the book of Romans, addressing life's biggest questions. This sermon focuses on the pervasive presence of evil and hatred in the world, from global conflicts to everyday frustrations. The message explores the origins of these issues as presented in Romans chapter 1.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-rCAX6VWJOg5593https://my.truevi.com/watch/pTIgBpTKIzIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pTIgBpTKIzI/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding the Nephilim, sons of God, and daughters of men in Genesis 6:1-4This podcast episode explores the biblical passage of Genesis 6:1-4, which introduces the Nephilim, the sons of God, and the daughters of men. It delves into various interpretations of these figures, particularly focusing on the view that the sons of God were fallen angels. The discussion emphasizes that while fascinating, this topic is not a primary doctrine and should not cause division among believers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pTIgBpTKIzI1603https://my.truevi.com/watch/H0-jQwMbZ6ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/H0-jQwMbZ6o/hqdefault.jpgThe tragedy of offering our goodness to GodThis sermon explores the dangers of relying on moral goodness and religious activity for salvation, drawing on Galatians 3:10-13 and the story of Simon and the sinful woman in Luke 7. It challenges the audience to examine their hearts and ensure their faith is rooted in Christ's grace, not their own efforts.https://www.youtube.com/embed/H0-jQwMbZ6o3197https://my.truevi.com/watch/9A-Iel_8BBohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9A-Iel_8BBo/hqdefault.jpgThe battle in our mindThis session explores the internal struggle that precedes external challenges, emphasizing that many battles are first lost in our minds. It encourages listeners to recognize and address these mental conflicts, which often go unacknowledged in polite society or even within the church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9A-Iel_8BBo2829https://my.truevi.com/watch/NQ5tHfGnOx4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NQ5tHfGnOx4/hqdefault.jpgRebecca McLaughlin on the credibility of the GospelsPastor Jim Thomas discusses Rebecca McLaughlin's insights from her book "Confronting Christianity." McLaughlin examines the historical credibility of the Gospels, particularly focusing on the use of eyewitness testimony and the significance of women as the first witnesses to the resurrection.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NQ5tHfGnOx4796https://my.truevi.com/watch/GBf_pAkqvCQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/GBf_pAkqvCQ/hqdefault.jpgThe Christian's trade deficit: Giving without expectationThis message explores the concept of a "trade deficit" from a Christian perspective, contrasting earthly economic principles with biblical principles of giving. It challenges believers to embrace a life of pouring out without expecting equal return, mirroring God's sacrificial love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/GBf_pAkqvCQ2241https://my.truevi.com/watch/RtwW8sBYsa4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RtwW8sBYsa4/hqdefault.jpgThe fatherhood of God and earthly fathersThis sermon explores the concept of God as our Heavenly Father, as revealed through Jesus, and contrasts it with the challenges and importance of honoring earthly fathers. It emphasizes that understanding God's fatherhood is essential to spiritual well-being and character development, even amidst societal challenges and personal struggles.https://www.youtube.com/embed/RtwW8sBYsa43286https://my.truevi.com/watch/VxJI48Ozy-shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VxJI48Ozy-s/hqdefault.jpgThe ERLC podcast: Digital activism, South Carolina's abortion ban, and Stand for LifeThis episode of the ERLC podcast discusses the importance of real-world connections over digital activism for lasting change. It also covers the South Carolina Supreme Court's decision to strike down the state's six-week abortion ban and the launch of Stand for Life as an independent pro-life organization.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VxJI48Ozy-s1802https://my.truevi.com/watch/GL1nJQVcMeghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/GL1nJQVcMeg/hqdefault.jpgFinding understanding and hope in suffering through lamentThis message explores the human struggle with suffering and the prosperity of the wicked, drawing on Psalm 73. It highlights how lament, as seen throughout scripture, offers a way to honestly express frustration and anger to God. The sermon emphasizes that understanding and hope in the face of suffering are found within the sanctuary, not through human wisdom or moralistic theology.https://www.youtube.com/embed/GL1nJQVcMeg2204https://my.truevi.com/watch/rLREu_n-ajEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/rLREu_n-ajE/hqdefault.jpgThe Katinas: Joe Katina's message on pursuing peaceJoe Katina shares a message about pursuing peace and cultivating calm amidst chaos. He discusses his personal experience with a panic attack and the importance of acknowledging and expressing emotions, even when it's difficult.https://www.youtube.com/embed/rLREu_n-ajE6599https://my.truevi.com/watch/kqFMFl4rfechttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/kqFMFl4rfec/hqdefault.jpgHow to discern JesusThis message explores how to recognize Jesus in our daily lives, even when circumstances might obscure His presence. It emphasizes the importance of training our spiritual eyes to see God's work and allowing the Bible to shape our understanding, rather than our own preconceived notions.https://www.youtube.com/embed/kqFMFl4rfec2273https://my.truevi.com/watch/at6oOtLand8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/at6oOtLand8/hqdefault.jpgThe Christian's conduct in light of Christ's sacrificeThis sermon explores the Christian's conduct, rooted in Christ's sacrifice, by examining Hebrews 10:19-25. It encourages believers to confidently enter God's presence and steadfastly cling to His promises. The message emphasizes both personal and corporate aspects of living a life aligned with Christ's work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/at6oOtLand82382https://my.truevi.com/watch/U7cMTaf5O3chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/U7cMTaf5O3c/hqdefault.jpgRay Comfort discusses Stephen Hawking's atheism and the existence of GodRay Comfort and Mark Spence discuss Stephen Hawking's declaration of atheism, examining his statement that science offers a more convincing explanation for the universe's origin than God. They address the logical fallacy of appealing to authority and emphasize the biblical perspective that denying God's existence is foolish.https://www.youtube.com/embed/U7cMTaf5O3c1684https://my.truevi.com/watch/1KSqRwjDDz8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1KSqRwjDDz8/hqdefault.jpgResponding to adult children who are not walking with the LordThis video addresses how Christian parents can respond with grace and love to adult children who are not believers and do not follow biblical moral codes. It emphasizes understanding their spiritual state and maintaining a relationship without compromising biblical convictions, aiming to be a tool for God's grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1KSqRwjDDz8809https://my.truevi.com/watch/JgQxRL-j2Dwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/JgQxRL-j2Dw/hqdefault.jpgA time of worship and prayer for tragic circumstancesThis gathering is a time for worship and prayer, acknowledging the weight and pain of tragic circumstances. It offers a space to grieve, find hope, and lament, bringing all of oneself to God, including questions and doubts. The community comes together to pray for those affected and to declare faith even amidst suffering.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JgQxRL-j2Dw5062https://my.truevi.com/watch/mnabw6lxWHshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/mnabw6lxWHs/hqdefault.jpgWorshiping together in sufferingThis sermon explores the biblical truth of worshiping together, specifically focusing on how Christians are called to suffer together. It examines the differentiating markers that should exist in the life of a Christian regarding suffering, both individually and corporately, and how this suffering is connected to the sufferings of Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mnabw6lxWHs2336https://my.truevi.com/watch/dc3rD7maJqkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dc3rD7maJqk/hqdefault.jpgPremillennialism and church history: The earliest church fathers were premillennialistsThis message explores the historical development of premillennialism and amillennialism. It highlights that the earliest church fathers predominantly held a premillennial view, a fact acknowledged even by amillennial scholars. The speaker then discusses how amillennialism emerged later, influenced by Platonic dualism and allegorical hermeneutics.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dc3rD7maJqk2996https://my.truevi.com/watch/gLd-0_oyGNQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gLd-0_oyGNQ/hqdefault.jpgWhy I do not lead people in a sinner's prayerRay Comfort explains his reasons for not leading people in a sinner's prayer, drawing a parallel between stillborn babies and false conversions. He recounts his experience as a new Christian leading 27 friends in sinner's prayers, only to see them become "stillborn" in their faith. He argues that this practice is unbiblical and leads to false conversions, filling churches with people who have not truly been born of God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gLd-0_oyGNQ353https://my.truevi.com/watch/DZDQ9jSelG4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DZDQ9jSelG4/hqdefault.jpgGod's five images of compelling greatnessThis passage reminds us of God's compelling greatness through five images: father, master, ruler, commander, and great king. These images reveal who God is and the honor, obedience, allegiance, devotion, and fealty we owe Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DZDQ9jSelG4370https://my.truevi.com/watch/6mQbwm-6FyUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6mQbwm-6FyU/hqdefault.jpgNo other gods: What is your god?Pastor Greg Laurie explores the first commandment, "You shall have no other gods before me." He challenges listeners to identify what they are most passionate about, as that reveals what they truly worship. The message emphasizes that anything or anyone that takes God's place in our lives becomes an idol.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6mQbwm-6FyU1741https://my.truevi.com/watch/IJ1BmdqQrDEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/IJ1BmdqQrDE/hqdefault.jpgThe origin of life and the problem of informationThis presentation explores the scientific challenges in explaining the origin of life, focusing on the concept of information within DNA. It argues that naturalistic explanations struggle to account for the high level of information found in biological systems, suggesting an intelligent source is required.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IJ1BmdqQrDE878https://my.truevi.com/watch/WWMVwTw-FlYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WWMVwTw-FlY/hqdefault.jpgWhat happens when a Christian dies?This video explores the biblical understanding of what happens immediately after a Christian dies, drawing insights from Philippians and 2 Corinthians. It addresses the question of whether believers go directly into the presence of God upon death, examining Paul's perspective on death as gain and his desire to be with Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WWMVwTw-FlY4066https://my.truevi.com/watch/t9QZtBssflMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/t9QZtBssflM/hqdefault.jpgThe surprising growth of God's kingdomThis message explores the parable of the growing seed, emphasizing that the kingdom of God grows by the inherent power of the Word, not primarily through human effort. It highlights the surprising nature of this growth, where the farmer sows and sleeps, and the earth produces by itself.https://www.youtube.com/embed/t9QZtBssflM1827https://my.truevi.com/watch/xubaqP5PlJMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xubaqP5PlJM/hqdefault.jpgThe two gods of this worldThis sermon explores the biblical concept of two 'gods' – the sovereign God and the 'god of this world' – and how this dynamic explains natural evil. It delves into the story of the biblical universe, from a perfect creation to a fallen world, and the consequences of humanity's free will.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xubaqP5PlJM6325https://my.truevi.com/watch/OChOgd3mX0ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OChOgd3mX0o/hqdefault.jpgRepentance is the right response to wrong activitiesThis video explores the biblical definition of repentance, clarifying that it involves more than just a change of mind. It emphasizes that true repentance encompasses a change in will, affections, and emotions, leading to a cessation of sinful actions. The speaker argues that stopping sin is not a work to earn salvation, but rather a natural and appropriate response to conviction.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OChOgd3mX0o321https://my.truevi.com/watch/83zHBlmli6Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/83zHBlmli6I/hqdefault.jpgJesus is the resurrection and the lifeThis sermon explores Jesus's declaration, "I am the resurrection and the life," in John 11. It examines how this statement provides hope in a world marked by death, contrasting it with human attempts to disregard, deny, or despair over death. The message emphasizes that true belief in Jesus means death does not have the final word.https://www.youtube.com/embed/83zHBlmli6I2136https://my.truevi.com/watch/BlpQh9iySvghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BlpQh9iySvg/hqdefault.jpgWaiting on the Lord: Remembering and acting in faithThis message explores the spiritual discipline of waiting on the Lord, emphasizing that waiting is a test of faith and character. It outlines five key things to remember while waiting and four actions to take, using the acronym WAIT, to navigate seasons of delay and prepare for God's greater plans.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BlpQh9iySvg4071https://my.truevi.com/watch/JKuukzRqMFIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/JKuukzRqMFI/hqdefault.jpgGiving as an act of worshipThis sermon explores the biblical principle that giving is an integral part of worship, not merely a financial transaction. It emphasizes that our resources, time, and attention are all avenues through which we can express gratitude and honor God, impacting our spiritual lives and the world around us.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JKuukzRqMFI3833https://my.truevi.com/watch/kcsNSMkagI4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kcsNSMkagI4/hqdefault.jpgBe strong and courageous because God is with youThis message explores the biblical command to be strong and courageous, drawing parallels between Joshua's call to lead and the challenges believers face today. It emphasizes that our ability to be strong and courageous in all aspects of life stems from the unwavering presence of God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/kcsNSMkagI4971https://my.truevi.com/watch/Uz6ysxvTy4ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uz6ysxvTy4g/hqdefault.jpgGod judges all and punishes covenant breakersThis sermon explores Isaiah 24, focusing on God's universal judgment and the consequences of breaking His everlasting covenant. The speaker details how all people, regardless of status, are subject to God's judgment due to their transgressions, violations, and ultimate breaking of the covenant. The message emphasizes the severity of this judgment and the resulting curse upon the earth and its inhabitants.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uz6ysxvTy4g4672https://my.truevi.com/watch/cNL_JxP50cIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cNL_JxP50cI/hqdefault.jpgWhy calling God 'Mother' is inappropriateThis video argues that it is inappropriate to refer to God as 'Mother,' despite the Bible's use of motherly imagery and the understanding that God is not biologically sexed. The speaker explains that while God is described with motherly metaphors, the name 'Father' is a proper, not metaphorical, name for God, as evidenced by Scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cNL_JxP50cI858https://my.truevi.com/watch/DWMBd1au_eEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DWMBd1au_eE/hqdefault.jpgRevelation 21: God makes all things newThis sermon explores Revelation 21, focusing on God's promise to make all things new. It delves into the imagery of a new heaven and new earth, the new Jerusalem, and the restoration of broken relationships, offering eternal hope for believers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DWMBd1au_eE4129https://my.truevi.com/watch/Loa3yh-wm4Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Loa3yh-wm4Y/hqdefault.jpgStewardship: God owns every dollar, relationship, and opportunityThis chapel message emphasizes that God owns everything, including our finances, relationships, and opportunities. It challenges listeners to adopt a steward's mindset, actively using God-given resources to accomplish God-given goals, rather than viewing themselves as owners.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Loa3yh-wm4Y1647https://my.truevi.com/watch/el91PbNb1HUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/el91PbNb1HU/hqdefault.jpgArtificial life experiments point to an intelligent agentThis video examines the claim that artificial life experiments in laboratories eliminate the need for a divine creator. It argues that these experiments, rather than disproving God, actually highlight the necessity of an intelligent agent due to the controlled environments, pre-existing materials, and manipulation of probabilities involved.https://www.youtube.com/embed/el91PbNb1HU1292https://my.truevi.com/watch/wv1Qo8juLzYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wv1Qo8juLzY/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding imprecatory prayers and Psalms in the BibleThis discussion explores imprecatory prayers and Psalms found in the Bible, which express a desire for God's judgment on wrongdoers. It delves into the human emotions behind these prayers, such as the longing for justice in the face of suffering, while also emphasizing the Christian call to pray for repentance and forgiveness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wv1Qo8juLzY1972https://my.truevi.com/watch/4sDm_8T-VB4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4sDm_8T-VB4/hqdefault.jpgBiblical foundations for covenantal infant baptismThis sermon explores the biblical foundations for covenantal infant baptism, drawing connections between Old Testament circumcision and New Testament baptism. It argues that God's covenants are made with families and households, not just individuals, and that baptism is a sign of entrance into God's visible covenant community.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4sDm_8T-VB44456https://my.truevi.com/watch/X3efT6LrEOIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/X3efT6LrEOI/hqdefault.jpgThe five-four-three-two-one countdown of apostolic ministry in ActsPastor John Teter shares a five-point countdown of apostolic ministry as seen in the book of Acts. He highlights five prison scenes, four prophetess daughters, three Pentecosts, two descriptions of the church, and one urban chef, illustrating how God works through these elements.https://www.youtube.com/embed/X3efT6LrEOI1194https://my.truevi.com/watch/8AeshsCDhZUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8AeshsCDhZU/hqdefault.jpgNew beginnings in 2025Pastor Darry Northrop discusses the significance of a new year as an opportunity for new beginnings. He encourages listeners to consider how God is connected to new things in their lives and how personal choices can lead to transformative changes. The message emphasizes trusting God and being mindful of others in the coming year.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8AeshsCDhZU2222https://my.truevi.com/watch/4tgVk4GzEA8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4tgVk4GzEA8/hqdefault.jpgStopping the cycle of retaliation and relational woundsThis message explores Jesus' teaching on forgiveness and how to address relational wounds. It challenges the natural human instinct for retaliation and emphasizes the importance of stopping the cycle of revenge, even in difficult situations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4tgVk4GzEA85613https://my.truevi.com/watch/J4Sw6aKKKk4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/J4Sw6aKKKk4/hqdefault.jpgWilliam Lane Craig on the justice of penal substitutionWilliam Lane Craig addresses the objection that penal substitution is unjust because it punishes an innocent person. He argues that the reformers' doctrine of the imputation of sins to Christ means Christ was legally guilty before God, making him liable to punishment. Craig draws analogies from Anglo-American law, including vicarious liability and the law of indemnity, to demonstrate that legal systems countenance the imputation of wrongdoing to a blameless third party.https://www.youtube.com/embed/J4Sw6aKKKk44356https://my.truevi.com/watch/oc69UdreIdghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/oc69UdreIdg/hqdefault.jpgReasons to believe the Bible's claimsThis video explores why one should believe the Bible, examining its claims about the universe, God, and humanity's fate. It discusses internal and external evidence, including the Bible's unique message, unity, accuracy, and fulfilled prophecies, to support its trustworthiness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/oc69UdreIdg432https://my.truevi.com/watch/uSMpOi7e-Fshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/uSMpOi7e-Fs/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding the connection between faith and mental healthThis video explores the often-misunderstood relationship between faith and mental health, challenging the notion that they are incompatible. It emphasizes that mental, emotional, physical, and social aspects are intertwined and impact one's spiritual life. The discussion encourages a holistic approach within the church to support individuals facing mental health challenges, similar to how physical ailments are addressed.https://www.youtube.com/embed/uSMpOi7e-Fs408https://my.truevi.com/watch/OV8xSPRUM0ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OV8xSPRUM0o/hqdefault.jpgPractical tactics for effective livingThis discussion explores practical tactics for effective living, focusing on the significance of micro-decisions in daily life. It emphasizes how small, intentional choices, such as how one starts their day, can profoundly impact spiritual growth and overall effectiveness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OV8xSPRUM0o1265https://my.truevi.com/watch/d8xsvR0aipchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/d8xsvR0aipc/hqdefault.jpgThe Heidelberg Catechism: History, Purpose, and ComfortThis sermon introduces a year-long series on the Heidelberg Catechism, exploring its historical context, its purpose as a teaching tool and guide for unity, and its unique emphasis on personal comfort. The speaker delves into the catechism's origins in 16th-century Germany and its structure, particularly the profound meaning of its first question and answer.https://www.youtube.com/embed/d8xsvR0aipc2556https://my.truevi.com/watch/rpgCJ7aPXSohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/rpgCJ7aPXSo/hqdefault.jpgLord, I'm available: Darlene Deibler's testimony of unconditional availability to GodThis message explores the life and testimony of Darlene Deibler, a missionary who faced immense suffering as a prisoner of war during WWII. Despite unimaginable trials, she maintained a heart posture of unconditional availability to God, demonstrating how His refining fire can produce unbreakable faith and spiritual strength. Her story illustrates the peace that comes from surrendering hopes and dreams to God's will, even in the midst of profound sorrow.https://www.youtube.com/embed/rpgCJ7aPXSo3297https://my.truevi.com/watch/F6X3Vj4DHWchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/F6X3Vj4DHWc/hqdefault.jpgWe belong to GodThis message explores the concept of belonging, emphasizing that as children of God, we are welcomed into His family through Jesus. It highlights that our true belonging is found in close proximity to the Father and within the community of believers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/F6X3Vj4DHWc2360https://my.truevi.com/watch/d-k9rbdbrN8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/d-k9rbdbrN8/hqdefault.jpgGod's unwavering gaze provides courage for obedienceThis message explores how God's constant attention, as depicted in Isaiah 49, offers courage for obedience. Drawing parallels between personal experiences and biblical narratives like Hagar's, it emphasizes that knowing God sees us empowers us to act faithfully, even in challenging circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/d-k9rbdbrN8895https://my.truevi.com/watch/6_JzYVY3Deghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6_JzYVY3Deg/hqdefault.jpgPalm Sunday: Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkeyThis children's segment celebrates Palm Sunday, recounting Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on a donkey. The crowds welcomed him by waving branches and laying them before him, believing him to be their King and Savior.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6_JzYVY3Deg416https://my.truevi.com/watch/WOh8_CRQ-kAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WOh8_CRQ-kA/hqdefault.jpgPsalm 44: A lament and a cry for God to hearThis sermon explores Psalm 44, interpreting it as a collective lament of God's people. It contrasts a glorious past with a catastrophic present, examining the question of why suffering occurs even when there is no apparent turning away from God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WOh8_CRQ-kA4625https://my.truevi.com/watch/WlzZ2tiTruwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WlzZ2tiTruw/hqdefault.jpgThe early Christian view of Jesus as GodThis episode explores the claim that the story of Jesus evolved over time, specifically regarding his divinity. It examines early Christian writings, including those of Paul and his students, to demonstrate a consistent belief in Jesus as God from the earliest days of Christianity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WlzZ2tiTruw1506https://my.truevi.com/watch/VV-e-2WA4_Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VV-e-2WA4_M/hqdefault.jpgWalking wisely and being filled with the SpiritPastor Jim Thomas explores Ephesians 5:15-21, emphasizing Paul's call to walk carefully and make the most of our time in a world of increasing darkness. He discusses the contrast between foolishness and understanding God's will, and the results of being continually filled with the Holy Spirit, including speaking, singing, making melody, giving thanks, and mutual submission.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VV-e-2WA4_M1240https://my.truevi.com/watch/uDiibdI29X8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uDiibdI29X8/hqdefault.jpgJesus is not nice but he is goodThis sermon explores how different people respond to Jesus, focusing on the Pharisees' offense at truth and a Canaanite woman's persistent faith. It argues that while Jesus may not be "nice" in the sense of being entirely inoffensive, his goodness is revealed in his willingness to confront and heal.https://www.youtube.com/embed/uDiibdI29X85448https://my.truevi.com/watch/2kgpqkX7IfIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2kgpqkX7IfI/hqdefault.jpgJohn Calvin's influence on biblical counselingThis presentation explores seven ways John Calvin's theological method, understanding of self-knowledge, view of repentance, insight into the human heart, engagement with secular thought, and pastoral care have shaped biblical counseling. It highlights how Calvin's approach to scripture, his correlation of knowing God with knowing oneself, and his nuanced perspective on human desires continue to be foundational for contemporary Christian counseling.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2kgpqkX7IfI529https://my.truevi.com/watch/BNp9lZEDv7Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BNp9lZEDv7I/hqdefault.jpgHow to endure trials and temptationsThis message explores the origins of temptation, the purpose of trials in a believer's life, and how to respond to them. It emphasizes that trials strengthen faith and that God provides a way to endure and gain wisdom through them.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BNp9lZEDv7I1651https://my.truevi.com/watch/B7xii8wH9Wwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/B7xii8wH9Ww/hqdefault.jpgControlling our words: A study in James 3Pastor Greg Laurie offers biblical counsel on the power of our words, drawing insights from James chapter 3. He discusses how our speech reveals our character, the damage words can inflict, and the good they can achieve when used right. The message emphasizes the importance of controlling our tongues as a mark of spiritual maturity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/B7xii8wH9Ww1727https://my.truevi.com/watch/fBWojCRzytEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fBWojCRzytE/hqdefault.jpgThe Master's Seminary: Training men for pastoral ministryThis discussion features Dr. Paul Twiss and Dr. Nathan LeMaster from The Master's Seminary, who explain how the seminary trains men for pastoral ministry. They discuss the benefits of a formal seminary education, the emphasis on biblical languages, and the structure of preaching classes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fBWojCRzytE3779https://my.truevi.com/watch/3pIYa80dUNIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3pIYa80dUNI/hqdefault.jpgBe ready to give a defense for the hope within youThis sermon emphasizes the Christian's responsibility to be prepared to articulate their faith. Drawing from scripture, it highlights the importance of an organized and thoughtful defense of the Gospel, using various arguments as tools for sharing the hope found in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3pIYa80dUNI4664https://my.truevi.com/watch/2oJsrYnqpWAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2oJsrYnqpWA/hqdefault.jpgRevelation: The next dimensionThis message introduces a new series on the Book of Revelation, explaining that it offers a glimpse into another dimension, much like 3D or polarized glasses provide clarity and depth. The speaker emphasizes that Revelation reveals a supernatural world coexisting with ours, showing God's perspective across time and the future of mankind.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2oJsrYnqpWA3425https://my.truevi.com/watch/Hb3tlQbFA_chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Hb3tlQbFA_c/hqdefault.jpgThe biblical worldview on singleness, marriage, and divorceThis message explores the biblical perspective on singleness, marriage, and divorce, drawing insights from Matthew chapter 5 and 19. It addresses the challenges and blessings of each state, emphasizing the importance of a God-centered approach to relationships rather than relying on secular culture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hb3tlQbFA_c2781https://my.truevi.com/watch/Pvx8MGyfD_Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Pvx8MGyfD_Q/hqdefault.jpgHow to run the race of life with joyThis message compares life to a race, emphasizing the importance of running to win and finishing with joy. It encourages believers to stay on track, choose godly companions, and keep their focus on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Pvx8MGyfD_Q1615https://my.truevi.com/watch/Bk8zzsLgidwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Bk8zzsLgidw/hqdefault.jpgRescuing at-risk children through homes of hopeAl and Susan Henson discuss their ministry, Compassionate Hope, which rescues at-risk children, including orphans, child brides, and victims of human trafficking. They share how their "homes of hope" provide a family environment, education, and spiritual development for these children, leading to transformed lives and cultural impact.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Bk8zzsLgidw2462https://my.truevi.com/watch/Jo5cMSeTmCUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Jo5cMSeTmCU/hqdefault.jpgServing God's purpose in your generation: Micaiah's fearless truth-tellingKim Cash Tate and Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth discuss the Old Testament prophet Micaiah, who boldly spoke God's truth to power despite opposition. This episode explores how Micaiah's example teaches us to serve God's purpose in our own generation by seeking His will, walking in the Holy Spirit's power, and keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Jo5cMSeTmCU2271https://my.truevi.com/watch/MgMaThURfRQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/MgMaThURfRQ/hqdefault.jpgPride goes before destructionThis podcast episode explores the destructive nature of pride, as exemplified by Haman in the book of Esther. It contrasts Haman's pride with the humility of Mordecai and Esther, highlighting how pride leads to downfall while humility aligns with God's will.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MgMaThURfRQ2132https://my.truevi.com/watch/UYO2IjQWHKQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UYO2IjQWHKQ/hqdefault.jpgA wise woman's financial contributions to her familyNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth unpacks Proverbs 31, highlighting how the virtuous woman contributes to her family's financial well-being through wise spending, saving, and investing. She emphasizes that this woman's financial decisions are rooted in her fear of the Lord and her commitment to her family's benefit, not personal gain.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UYO2IjQWHKQ1652https://my.truevi.com/watch/Pbdsxnkl2wUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Pbdsxnkl2wU/hqdefault.jpgThe humility of Christ in pastoral ministryThis message explores three ways the humility of Christ should manifest in a pastor's life: through submission, service, and sacrifice. Drawing from Philippians 2:5-8, the speaker emphasizes that the greatest example of humility is found in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Pbdsxnkl2wU2560https://my.truevi.com/watch/H2QfpyZfXkshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/H2QfpyZfXks/hqdefault.jpgJudas: The textbook case of a hypocritePastor Greg Laurie examines the betrayal of Jesus by Judas Iscariot, highlighting Judas as a "textbook case of a hypocrite." The message explores the nature of hypocrisy, contrasting it with genuine faith and repentance, and details Judas's actions leading to Jesus's arrest and his tragic end.https://www.youtube.com/embed/H2QfpyZfXks1389https://my.truevi.com/watch/PibBoGFJKYwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PibBoGFJKYw/hqdefault.jpgThe Jubilee: God's plan for release and restorationThis sermon explores the biblical concept of the Year of Jubilee from Leviticus 25, highlighting its principles of release from debt and bondage, and restoration to family and land. It examines how this ancient legislation reveals God's heart for justice and equitable access to resources, and how it finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PibBoGFJKYw2215https://my.truevi.com/watch/xVNYCb-027Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xVNYCb-027A/hqdefault.jpgAsh Wednesday service with imposition of ashesThis Ash Wednesday service from Christ Church Detroit includes scripture readings, a sermon reflecting on the meaning of fasting and the symbolism of ashes, and the imposition of ashes. The service concludes with Holy Eucharist.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xVNYCb-027A4622https://my.truevi.com/watch/iqXDwH8MzUchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iqXDwH8MzUc/hqdefault.jpgThe aroma of Christ: Spreading the knowledge of God everywhereThis message explores Paul's analogy of believers as the aroma of Christ, drawing from 2 Corinthians 2. It discusses how Christians are called to spread the knowledge of God everywhere, acting as a pleasing fragrance to some and an aroma of death to others. The sermon also provides practical steps for believers to be the aroma of Christ in their daily lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iqXDwH8MzUc2166https://my.truevi.com/watch/6ujcAiq-nhYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6ujcAiq-nhY/hqdefault.jpgThe church we see: Sharing possessions and meeting needsThis sermon explores Acts 2:44-45, focusing on the early church's practice of sharing possessions and meeting the needs of others. The speaker challenges the congregation to consider what their community would look like if they adopted similar practices of radical generosity and communal support.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6ujcAiq-nhY5905https://my.truevi.com/watch/WLylNDbZswMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WLylNDbZswM/hqdefault.jpgJoseph Darwin's senior testimony on God's grace and seminary equippingJoseph Darwin shares his senior testimony, reflecting on God's grace in bringing him to The Master's Seminary from a small fishing village in India. He discusses how the seminary, professors, and fellow students have equipped him to handle God's word and grow in godliness, preparing him for ministry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WLylNDbZswM500https://my.truevi.com/watch/Qn6_8Mhxmm8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Qn6_8Mhxmm8/hqdefault.jpgThe Davidic covenant and its fulfillment in Jesus ChristThis message explores the Davidic covenant, tracing its promises through the Old Testament narratives and prophetic books. It highlights how the covenant, despite the failures of human kings, ultimately finds its complete and eternal fulfillment in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Qn6_8Mhxmm83667https://my.truevi.com/watch/Wco-7Xi40Qchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Wco-7Xi40Qc/hqdefault.jpgReal prayer makes a real differenceThis message emphasizes that prayer is the determinative factor for God's work in individuals and groups. It highlights that understanding biblical doctrine motivates believers to pray and that a strong prayer life is a key indicator of one's knowledge of God's Word.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Wco-7Xi40Qc2041https://my.truevi.com/watch/C5mAqbcftaEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/C5mAqbcftaE/hqdefault.jpgFinding Jesus in Old Testament storiesThis episode explores the importance of seeking Jesus in Old Testament narratives to understand their relevance for Christians today. It discusses how this approach helps make sense of complex biblical texts and highlights the continuity of God's plan through the Old and New Covenants.https://www.youtube.com/embed/C5mAqbcftaE2459https://my.truevi.com/watch/Uu2QnLGySvMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Uu2QnLGySvM/hqdefault.jpgLike trees planted by water: Trusting God in times of troubleThis sermon explores the biblical imagery of trees planted by water, drawing from Psalm 1:3 and Jeremiah 17:7-8. It connects this imagery to the spiritual 'I Shall Not Be Moved,' highlighting how faith in God provides strength and nourishment, even amidst adversity and suffering. The message emphasizes the communal nature of faith and the interconnectedness of believers, much like trees in a forest.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uu2QnLGySvM769https://my.truevi.com/watch/0BKGvko65iohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0BKGvko65io/hqdefault.jpgIsaiah 2: A vision of God's future reign of peaceThis devotional reflects on Isaiah chapter 2, envisioning a future world where all nations seek God's ways, resolving conflicts with justice and compassion. It encourages listeners to consider how they can choose to use their words and knowledge for good, transforming potential 'swords' into 'plowshares' in their daily lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0BKGvko65io723https://my.truevi.com/watch/aiiezxUzKRQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aiiezxUzKRQ/hqdefault.jpgTechnology's faux omniscience and omnipresence can rob your joyThis video explores how modern technology, by providing constant access to global events, can create a false sense of omniscience and omnipresence. It questions whether this constant barrage of information, which humans are not designed to handle, is negatively impacting our joy and emotional well-being. The discussion suggests that this overwhelming input can lead to a diminished sense of peace and contentment.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aiiezxUzKRQ498https://my.truevi.com/watch/1MQ9CFaVFPshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1MQ9CFaVFPs/hqdefault.jpgWhy humans divide over any claim, including ChristianityThis video explores why humans tend to divide over any claim, including religious beliefs. It uses examples from atheism, cosmology, and even the formation of the United States to illustrate that variety and disagreement are inherent to human nature, rather than a unique problem for Christianity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1MQ9CFaVFPs512https://my.truevi.com/watch/WzTOxMh-Adohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WzTOxMh-Ado/hqdefault.jpgInvestigating the chain of custody of the Shroud of TurinThis episode explores the historical chain of custody of the Shroud of Turin, examining its documented appearances from the 14th century to the present. The discussion highlights a significant gap in its history prior to the 14th century and evaluates attempts to bridge this gap by linking it to the Image of Edessa, revealing further historical inconsistencies.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WzTOxMh-Ado5993https://my.truevi.com/watch/yynYRRBX7bUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/yynYRRBX7bU/hqdefault.jpgThe fall and rise of a Christian leader: Peter's spiritual prideThis message explores the spiritual pride that led to Peter's denial of Jesus, examining four signs of this pride in his journey. It highlights how overestimating a willing spirit and underestimating a reluctant flesh can lead to a leader's fall. The discussion also touches on preventing such falls by fleeing temptation and repenting before waywardness becomes willful.https://www.youtube.com/embed/yynYRRBX7bU4837https://my.truevi.com/watch/X7dKvQBJBQchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/X7dKvQBJBQc/hqdefault.jpgWake up from spiritual sleepThis message encourages Christians to awaken from spiritual lethargy and passivity, emphasizing the urgency of being prepared for Christ's return. It draws insights from Romans 13, urging believers to cast off darkness and put on the armor of light.https://www.youtube.com/embed/X7dKvQBJBQc1650https://my.truevi.com/watch/IgjfsZGelewhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/IgjfsZGelew/hqdefault.jpgDivisions in the evangelical communityThis segment discusses the growing divisions within the evangelical community, particularly concerning social justice issues and responses to COVID-19. It explores how these issues are causing a reshuffling of associations among Christians and churches, leading to new groups and alignments.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IgjfsZGelew695https://my.truevi.com/watch/U4CU0d4-3Dchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/U4CU0d4-3Dc/hqdefault.jpgAn overview of the five Logos Bible Software guidesThis screencast provides a quick overview of the five different guides available in Logos Bible Software: the passage guide, the exegetical guide, the Bible word study, the sermon starter guide, and the topic guide. It explains what each guide does and when it is best to use it for biblical study and research.https://www.youtube.com/embed/U4CU0d4-3Dc507https://my.truevi.com/watch/5LUvHJqaegshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5LUvHJqaegs/hqdefault.jpgMarriage as a partnership and a pictureThis sermon explores the biblical definition of marriage, presenting it as both a partnership for displaying God's truth, beauty, and goodness, and a picture of Christ's covenantal relationship with the church. It contrasts traditional and modern views of marriage, emphasizing the profound mystery and purpose God has woven into this union.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5LUvHJqaegs2817https://my.truevi.com/watch/XhRR0TDX7lQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/XhRR0TDX7lQ/hqdefault.jpgThe formation of the church and the biblical canonThis discussion explores the historical formation of the church and the development of the biblical canon. It delves into key moments in church history, including the early church's mission, the role of councils in defining scripture, and the enduring relevance of the Bible as the inspired word of God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/XhRR0TDX7lQ1741https://my.truevi.com/watch/KmRjlDV0J_Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/KmRjlDV0J_A/hqdefault.jpgGod cannot be contained in a box of our own makingThis sermon explores Stephen's speech in Acts 7, highlighting his argument that God is not confined to human-made structures or locations. It emphasizes God's omnipresence and sovereignty, challenging the idea that God can be controlled or limited by human traditions or institutions.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KmRjlDV0J_A2834https://my.truevi.com/watch/lTEJMOC5WAIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/lTEJMOC5WAI/hqdefault.jpgAllen Parr discusses his book "Misled" and common theological errorsAuthor and speaker Allen Parr joins J. Warner Wallace to discuss Parr's book, "Misled." Parr explains that the book addresses seven common, destructive false teachings prevalent within the church today, drawing from his personal experiences and observations from his online ministry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/lTEJMOC5WAI1681https://my.truevi.com/watch/ScCSXoD8gJ0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ScCSXoD8gJ0/hqdefault.jpgWilliam Lane Craig on the hermeneutics of Genesis 1-3William Lane Craig discusses the hermeneutical approach to Genesis 1-3, emphasizing that it should not be read as a literal historical account. He explains that the genre is best understood as mytho-history, which describes historical persons and events using mythological language and metaphor. Craig also addresses the compatibility of an old Earth with the Genesis account and the historicity of Adam and Eve.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ScCSXoD8gJ03920https://my.truevi.com/watch/krCmYE1dTqQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/krCmYE1dTqQ/hqdefault.jpgChrist above all earthly powers: The relationship between Christ's kingdom and the kingdoms of the wThis address explores the meaning of "Christ above all earthly powers" by examining how Christ's kingdom relates to the kingdoms of the world. It discusses three historical Christian perspectives on political power, advocating for the view that Christ rules over both church and state, but in distinct ways. The talk emphasizes the inherent dignity and goodness of politics as a God-ordained means for societal flourishing.https://www.youtube.com/embed/krCmYE1dTqQ1816https://my.truevi.com/watch/12fimxto67Ehttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/12fimxto67E/hqdefault.jpgFriday Q&A: Supporting a recovering alcoholic husband, the intermediate state, and discerning the HoMike Winger answers questions about how a wife can support her recovering alcoholic husband, the intermediate state of souls before and after Christ's death, and how to discern the Holy Spirit's leading from personal anxiety or desires. He emphasizes biblical principles for each topic.https://www.youtube.com/embed/12fimxto67E5039https://my.truevi.com/watch/awdTiM2bm68https://i.ytimg.com/vi/awdTiM2bm68/hqdefault.jpgAll truth is God's truth: Faith and science as overlapping domainsThis message explores the relationship between faith and science, challenging the notion that they are incompatible or separate. It argues that both seek truth and are overlapping domains, with all truth ultimately being God's truth. The discussion highlights historical perspectives, the scientific method, and the role of creation in revealing God's glory.https://www.youtube.com/embed/awdTiM2bm683553https://my.truevi.com/watch/MmH89PNHuBYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/MmH89PNHuBY/hqdefault.jpgThe biblical basis for missions: From Genesis to RevelationThis message explores the biblical foundation for missions, tracing God's redemptive plan from creation in Genesis to the fulfillment of the Great Commission in Revelation. It emphasizes the church's role in proclaiming Christ's name where it has not been named, making disciples of all nations, and reflecting God's glory across the earth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MmH89PNHuBY2167https://my.truevi.com/watch/YIPZJeprmfkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YIPZJeprmfk/hqdefault.jpgThe governor is a servant of God and must obey Jesus ChristThis segment discusses the authority of civil magistrates, particularly Governor Newsom, in relation to the church. It argues that all human authority, including that of governors, is delegated by God, and therefore, civil leaders are servants of God who must ultimately obey Jesus Christ. The discussion uses Romans 13 to support the claim that governors are God's ministers and will give an account to Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YIPZJeprmfk2909https://my.truevi.com/watch/M6_pZV9zXzQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/M6_pZV9zXzQ/hqdefault.jpgThe early church's persecution and the apostles' willingness to die for their beliefsThis video explores the historical evidence for the persecution of early Christians, drawing from both biblical and extra-biblical sources. It focuses on the willingness of key figures like Peter, James, and Paul to suffer and die for their conviction in Jesus' resurrection, arguing that their martyrdoms attest to the sincerity of their beliefs.https://www.youtube.com/embed/M6_pZV9zXzQ3973https://my.truevi.com/watch/3dPQFoBGJwIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3dPQFoBGJwI/hqdefault.jpgEvery person is valuable to God and his kingdomThis message introduces the first core value of New Hope Oahu, emphasizing that every individual, Christian and non-Christian alike, holds intrinsic value to God. It explores how this foundational truth should shape our interactions and lead to responsible evangelism, reflecting God's love for all people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3dPQFoBGJwI3937