https://my.truevi.com/watch/TjuWyfUQwjwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TjuWyfUQwjw/hqdefault.jpgA mature body starts with JesusThis message explores what it means to build a mature body within the church, emphasizing resilience in times of change and challenge. It highlights three markers of a mature body of Christ, beginning with the foundational truth that all gifts and empowerment come from Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TjuWyfUQwjw5690https://my.truevi.com/watch/iohL9DMFrbwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iohL9DMFrbw/hqdefault.jpgPaul McNulty on being a Christian in public life and higher educationPaul McNulty shares his journey of faith and career, from growing up Roman Catholic to becoming a Christian and serving in Washington D.C. for 30 years. He discusses navigating public life and higher education as a Christian, including his experiences with the House Ethics Committee, the impeachment process, and his role as Deputy Attorney General.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iohL9DMFrbw3656https://my.truevi.com/watch/UYzgVXNa8s8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UYzgVXNa8s8/hqdefault.jpgA plausibility argument for the Trinity based on God's perfect loveThis discussion concludes a study on the doctrine of the Trinity by presenting an argument for its plausibility. It posits that because God is the greatest conceivable being and essentially loving, and love requires an 'other' to give oneself away to, God must be a plurality of persons. This argument suggests the Trinitarian view is more plausible than Unitarian concepts of God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UYzgVXNa8s82414https://my.truevi.com/watch/Hg8_RGyaKZkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Hg8_RGyaKZk/hqdefault.jpgPaul's letter to the Romans: Identity in ChristThis video introduces a devotional series on the book of Romans, emphasizing Paul's message to a diverse group of Jews and Gentiles. It highlights that a Christ-follower identity transcends nationality or gender, uniting believers in Jesus. The series will explore how the gospel of grace transforms individuals through faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hg8_RGyaKZk475https://my.truevi.com/watch/NEp1ydtBFiIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/NEp1ydtBFiI/hqdefault.jpgLiving in harmony with others through agape loveThis message explores Romans 12:9-18, emphasizing how the gospel unifies the church and calls believers to practice agape love. It highlights the importance of self-sacrificial love, given by God through the Holy Spirit, to foster harmony amidst differences.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NEp1ydtBFiI1810https://my.truevi.com/watch/zQWl-Ip_hfohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/zQWl-Ip_hfo/hqdefault.jpgCalvinism and Molinism: Two views of divine sovereigntyThis program explores two theological perspectives on divine sovereignty: Calvinism and Molinism. The discussion centers on whether God pre-ordains the future, including eternal salvation, and how this relates to human free will. William Lane Craig presents the Molinist view, while Paul Helm defends the historic Calvinist position.https://www.youtube.com/embed/zQWl-Ip_hfo4832https://my.truevi.com/watch/ioofgeo8oFshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ioofgeo8oFs/hqdefault.jpgJohn Harper's evangelism on the TitanicThis segment recounts the story of John Harper, a preacher who evangelized on the sinking Titanic. He ensured his daughter's safety before returning to the frigid waters to share the gospel with others, leading at least one man to salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ioofgeo8oFs685https://my.truevi.com/watch/7c3kZpv_c44https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7c3kZpv_c44/hqdefault.jpgSeparating from those who gossip and slanderThis segment discusses the sin of slander and gossip, emphasizing the importance of not participating in it, stopping others from engaging in it, and separating from those who persistently spread negative information. It highlights how such behavior is harmful to the body of Christ and can lead to dissension and strife.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7c3kZpv_c44709https://my.truevi.com/watch/PoPnYEnk4lEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PoPnYEnk4lE/hqdefault.jpgJesus' teachings on demonsThis message introduces a new series by exploring different cultural worldviews on spiritual forces. It emphasizes aligning beliefs with Jesus' teachings on demons, rather than cultural trends, to understand their reality and influence.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PoPnYEnk4lE4252https://my.truevi.com/watch/DQ4u8450fMMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DQ4u8450fMM/hqdefault.jpgGod's covenant promises to David and his offspringThis sermon explores 2 Samuel chapter 7, focusing on God's covenant promises to King David. It highlights the unwavering certainty of God's steadfast love and how these promises are ultimately fulfilled through a great and mighty king who will reign in an everlasting kingdom.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DQ4u8450fMM5865https://my.truevi.com/watch/WOq0teoNahAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WOq0teoNahA/hqdefault.jpgThe aim to understand the Word of GodThis message emphasizes the critical importance of understanding God's Word for obedience and joy. It highlights Ezra's method of ensuring the people comprehended the law through translation, demonstrating that accurate understanding is foundational to living out biblical truths.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WOq0teoNahA4551https://my.truevi.com/watch/5tuob5B6pWYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5tuob5B6pWY/hqdefault.jpgHow to use power biblicallyThis message explores how individuals can biblically steward the power they have been given in their daily lives. It examines how power, defined as the ability to influence people, outcomes, or environments, is not limited to governments or businesses but is present in all personal relationships. The discussion draws from Ephesians 5 and 6, contrasting biblical principles with historical and cultural understandings of power dynamics.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5tuob5B6pWY2626https://my.truevi.com/watch/4KYSpcC0PI8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4KYSpcC0PI8/hqdefault.jpgSeven evidences of a global floodThis segment discusses seven evidences supporting a global flood, as presented in Answers Magazine. These evidences include marine fossils on mountains, massive fossil graveyards, exquisitely preserved fossils, and widespread sedimentary layers. The speaker emphasizes that these scientific observations align with the biblical account of a global flood.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4KYSpcC0PI8704https://my.truevi.com/watch/Z25x2hkg9r4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z25x2hkg9r4/hqdefault.jpgWhen the prompt is the pitThis sermon explores how God uses unexpected and uncomfortable circumstances, even difficult ones, as prompts to lead individuals toward His purpose. It emphasizes that what may feel like brokenness or failure can be an essential part of fulfilling a greater plan, as seen in the story of Joseph.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z25x2hkg9r44530https://my.truevi.com/watch/r0CBX7fI7VIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/r0CBX7fI7VI/hqdefault.jpgGo tell it on the mountain: The light has comeThis Christmas worship service features a medley of traditional carols, including "Go Tell It on the Mountain" and "Angels We Have Heard on High." The congregation celebrates the birth of Jesus, proclaiming Him as Christ the Lord and Savior. The service culminates in a powerful declaration that the light has come, and God is with us.https://www.youtube.com/embed/r0CBX7fI7VI1189https://my.truevi.com/watch/K-5Q_zx9Etchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/K-5Q_zx9Etc/hqdefault.jpgAddressing quantum cosmology, the universe's age, and epistemic standards for faithWilliam Lane Craig responds to questions about quantum mechanical states as an uncaused cause, the apparent discrepancy in the universe's age and size, and the role of high epistemic standards in Christian faith. He also discusses how to engage with extremely resistant non-believers and the relationship of the Trinity to time.https://www.youtube.com/embed/K-5Q_zx9Etc1392https://my.truevi.com/watch/_H1EZBqYJC4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_H1EZBqYJC4/hqdefault.jpgAn everlasting light in AdventThis Advent reflection for December 9th focuses on Isaiah 60, where the Lord is described as an everlasting light and glory. It encourages listeners to bring all emotions, including sadness and mourning, to Jesus, the King of Peace, who offers rest amidst daily life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_H1EZBqYJC4760https://my.truevi.com/watch/N51dfmLosnshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/N51dfmLosns/hqdefault.jpgPsalm 91 and being real with GodThis children's message explores Psalm 91, highlighting its promise of God's care and its inspiration for the song 'On Eagle's Wings.' It encourages expressing all emotions to God, including anger and disappointment, as a way to have an authentic relationship with Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/N51dfmLosns307https://my.truevi.com/watch/xU3u_HBpUkEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xU3u_HBpUkE/hqdefault.jpgReview of Jacob and Joseph's stories from GenesisThis video reviews the stories of Jacob and Joseph from the book of Genesis. It covers Jacob's birthright, blessing, dream of a ladder to heaven, and his twelve sons. The video then focuses on Joseph, his colorful coat, dreams, being sold into slavery, and ultimately saving Egypt and his family.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xU3u_HBpUkE848https://my.truevi.com/watch/U0CKddccyZwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/U0CKddccyZw/hqdefault.jpgKen Starr discusses religious liberty in crisis and the Fulton case rulingKen Starr joins First Liberty Live to discuss the current state of religious liberty, highlighting the unanimous Supreme Court ruling in the Fulton case as a significant victory. He also addresses the Smith decision, its impact on religious freedom, and the ongoing efforts to overturn it.https://www.youtube.com/embed/U0CKddccyZw1241https://my.truevi.com/watch/RHID4RtB3iohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/RHID4RtB3io/hqdefault.jpgReading the Protoevangelium of James: Mary's legendary birth and childhoodThis video presents a full reading of the Protoevangelium of James, a 2nd-century non-canonical book. The text details the legendary accounts of Mary's parents, Joachim and Anna, her miraculous birth, and her upbringing in the Temple, including her being fed by an angel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/RHID4RtB3io3624https://my.truevi.com/watch/_JF4Q6FrbXAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_JF4Q6FrbXA/hqdefault.jpgEphesians 6:10-17: Standing firm in the full armor of GodThis sermon explores Ephesians 6:10-17, a passage often misinterpreted, misunderstood, and misapplied. It emphasizes the importance of standing firm in the Lord's strength by putting on the full armor of God to resist the devil's schemes. The message highlights that believers are in a spiritual war, but the outcome is secure through Christ's victory.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_JF4Q6FrbXA1355https://my.truevi.com/watch/Dpx90yrZbmQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Dpx90yrZbmQ/hqdefault.jpgThe cosmos to the cradle: John's gospel and the light of GodThis message explores the opening of John's Gospel, highlighting Jesus Christ as the very speech of God and the light that overcomes darkness. It draws parallels between the vastness of the cosmos and the intimate arrival of Jesus, emphasizing the transformative power of belief.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Dpx90yrZbmQ3932https://my.truevi.com/watch/IyoUHTlh_IYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/IyoUHTlh_IY/hqdefault.jpgElder Council proposes renovation of 720 Villa for ministry useThe Elder Council of Lake Avenue Church presents a proposal to the congregation for the renovation of 720 Villa, a church-owned property. This initiative aims to transform the fire-damaged and long-vacant property into affordable housing for ministry partners, utilizing insurance proceeds and a proposed loan.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IyoUHTlh_IY3436https://my.truevi.com/watch/6XpkkzgHGZAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6XpkkzgHGZA/hqdefault.jpgThe dead church: The importance of the Holy SpiritThis message explores Jesus' letter to the church in Sardis, which He describes as dead despite its outward appearance of activity. The sermon highlights that the church's deadness stemmed from its neglect of the Holy Spirit's person and work, emphasizing that true spiritual life and effective ministry depend on the Holy Spirit's presence and guidance.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6XpkkzgHGZA5448https://my.truevi.com/watch/gRVsJj-k_wkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gRVsJj-k_wk/hqdefault.jpgThe Holy Spirit's power for everyday livingThis message explores how the Holy Spirit empowers believers for daily life, offering solutions to struggles and enabling them to see and speak with divine insight. It emphasizes that God's divine power has already provided everything needed for a godly life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gRVsJj-k_wk2681https://my.truevi.com/watch/LdqppMFcAkIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/LdqppMFcAkI/hqdefault.jpgRomans 2:1-11: Understanding God's righteous judgmentThis passage from Romans Chapter 2 is often misunderstood as prohibiting all judgment. Instead, it highlights humanity's universal guilt by demonstrating that judging others for their sins reveals our own similar failings. The text emphasizes that God's judgment is perfect and righteous, and while His patience offers an opportunity for repentance, those who reject it are storing up wrath for themselves.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LdqppMFcAkI2508https://my.truevi.com/watch/7cYlWaLWMSQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7cYlWaLWMSQ/hqdefault.jpgExamining the implications of CalvinismThis podcast episode concludes a series on Calvinism by discussing its implications, both positive and negative. The hosts explore how Calvinism emphasizes God's grace and sovereignty, provides a framework for understanding, and encourages deeper faith and evangelism. They also address common misconceptions and potential drawbacks, such as concerns about fatalism and God's role in evil.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7cYlWaLWMSQ1871https://my.truevi.com/watch/ksOr81aMfN0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ksOr81aMfN0/hqdefault.jpgJ. Warner Wallace discusses the 10th anniversary edition of Cold Case ChristianityJ. Warner Wallace reflects on the 10th anniversary re-release of his book, Cold Case Christianity. He shares insights into the updated edition, including new illustrations and revised content, and explains how his detective skills inform his approach to Christian apologetics.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ksOr81aMfN02455https://my.truevi.com/watch/h9xecxI1IUshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/h9xecxI1IUs/hqdefault.jpgMen of prayer: The antidote for self-confidenceThis session explores the importance of prayer, drawing insights from the book of James. It emphasizes that prayer is not merely a concept to debate but an active engagement with God, offering a path to intimacy and union with Him. The speaker highlights prayer as an antidote to self-confidence and a means of expressing dependence on God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/h9xecxI1IUs3220https://my.truevi.com/watch/2KKyvucFct4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2KKyvucFct4/hqdefault.jpgThe church's need for repentance and revivalThis message, originally delivered in 1996, calls for repentance and revival within the church. It highlights the church's compromises and the need for believers to examine their own hearts and actions, rather than focusing solely on the sins of the world. The message emphasizes that true change must begin within God's people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2KKyvucFct41548https://my.truevi.com/watch/y7jFXRYFfUshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/y7jFXRYFfUs/hqdefault.jpgAn atheist's near-death experience and the seriousness of sinAn atheist recounts a near-death experience involving a black pit, prompting a discussion on the seriousness of sin and the biblical understanding of judgment. The conversation explores the nature of sin, God's wrath, and the path to salvation through Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/y7jFXRYFfUs1121https://my.truevi.com/watch/b4hzLoAyw2chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/b4hzLoAyw2c/hqdefault.jpgLiving worthy of the gospel of ChristThis episode explores what it means to conduct oneself in a manner worthy of the gospel, drawing from Philippians 1:27-30. It outlines four key aspects: standing firm in Christ, unity in mind and spirit, working together for God's mission, and remaining unflappable in the face of opposition.https://www.youtube.com/embed/b4hzLoAyw2c774https://my.truevi.com/watch/kEvlAuP0LKohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/kEvlAuP0LKo/hqdefault.jpgPaul's appeal to present your bodies as a living sacrificeThis message explores Paul's appeal in Romans 12:1-2 to present our bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God. It discusses how our theology should impact our relationships and how dedicating our lives involves our bodies, minds, and wills. The speaker emphasizes that our physical and mental well-being are intertwined with our spiritual journey and our ability to serve God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/kEvlAuP0LKo306https://my.truevi.com/watch/0znskAi0-QIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0znskAi0-QI/hqdefault.jpgGod's grace is sufficient when we suffer, even when we don't think it isThis sermon explores 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, focusing on Paul's suffering and God's grace. It emphasizes that God's power is perfected in weakness and encourages believers to boast in God, not themselves. The speaker shares personal experiences of grief and highlights the importance of seeking help and clinging to Christ during suffering.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0znskAi0-QI2350https://my.truevi.com/watch/jydszpAbej0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jydszpAbej0/hqdefault.jpgEvangelism and free speech in public spacesThis segment discusses the legal aspects of evangelism in public spaces, specifically malls, in California. It references a court case that upheld free speech rights for individuals engaging in consensual conversations in malls, even if not related to shopping. The discussion also covers the limitations and potential consequences of such activities.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jydszpAbej01856https://my.truevi.com/watch/YfV18zXTA3chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YfV18zXTA3c/hqdefault.jpgDwelling with God: An introduction to spiritual disciplinesPastor Joel introduces a new series on spiritual disciplines, emphasizing that the kind of person we become is shaped by how and with whom we spend our time. He explains that the goal of the series is to become more like Jesus by spending time in His presence and learning from Him, reordering our lives around Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YfV18zXTA3c4431https://my.truevi.com/watch/AfMYFqLg69whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/AfMYFqLg69w/hqdefault.jpgResponding to the claim that moral truths are personal opinionsThis episode offers three responses to the claim that moral truths are simply a matter of personal opinion. It highlights the self-refuting nature of the claim and the dangers of grounding moral truth in subjective feelings rather than objective facts. The discussion aims to help listeners engage in conversations about the objective source of moral truth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/AfMYFqLg69w1681https://my.truevi.com/watch/WOPdcBeeQ0Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WOPdcBeeQ0I/hqdefault.jpgThe long hallway of sanctificationThis discussion explores the Christian concepts of justification, sanctification, and glorification. It uses an analogy of a hallway to describe the lifelong journey of sanctification, emphasizing that while justification is a moment and glorification is an instant, sanctification is a continuous process of growth and struggle.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WOPdcBeeQ0I553https://my.truevi.com/watch/5T2Fc5k6wXIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5T2Fc5k6wXI/hqdefault.jpgThe Redemptive Acts of Jesus Christ are the only thing that ultimately mattersThis message emphasizes that despite technological advancements and worldly pursuits, the core truth for Christians remains the redemptive acts of Jesus Christ. It argues that focusing on anything else leads to spiritual complacency and a loss of focus on Christ's ultimate return.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5T2Fc5k6wXI2048https://my.truevi.com/watch/5k2_yTZGyMshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5k2_yTZGyMs/hqdefault.jpgJoel Rosenberg discusses signs of the end times and Israel's rebirthGreg Laurie interviews Joel Rosenberg, a New York Times bestselling author and expert on Bible prophecy. Rosenberg shares insights on current world events, including unrest in the Middle East and the rebirth of Israel, as potential signs of the last days, drawing connections to biblical prophecies.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5k2_yTZGyMs427https://my.truevi.com/watch/7YA56U30e-8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7YA56U30e-8/hqdefault.jpgGrowing in love for Jesus by studying what he has done for youThis segment explores how to cultivate a deeper love for Jesus by focusing on his actions and character. Drawing on the insights of Puritan Thomas Vincent, it emphasizes contemplating what Christ has done, suffered, purchased, and promised for believers. The discussion highlights the importance of continually studying Jesus to foster gratitude and transformation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7YA56U30e-8363https://my.truevi.com/watch/2NicrBbGWekhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2NicrBbGWek/hqdefault.jpgThe truth about pervasive cultural liesThis message identifies and refutes several pervasive lies prevalent in society, contrasting them with biblical truth. It argues that these cultural falsehoods, unlike the harmless myth of Santa Claus, have eternal consequences. The speaker emphasizes that the church, as the pillar and ground of truth, must proclaim God's absolute truth found in scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2NicrBbGWek1053https://my.truevi.com/watch/2t5zbXoutGghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2t5zbXoutGg/hqdefault.jpgSpiritual starvation and the cure for cavitationThis sermon uses the analogy of cavitation in a dam to explain spiritual starvation. It explores the signs of spiritual starvation, such as indifference to Bible study and prayer, and emphasizes the importance of hungering and thirsting for righteousness, the living water, and the bread of life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2t5zbXoutGg4181https://my.truevi.com/watch/vHOkE8AEPtshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vHOkE8AEPts/hqdefault.jpgGet smart: The importance of getting wisdomThis message introduces a series on wisdom, emphasizing its importance by exploring what wisdom is, how it benefits individuals, and where it can be found. The speaker uses the biblical account of Solomon's request for wisdom to illustrate its value and impact on all areas of life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vHOkE8AEPts2748https://my.truevi.com/watch/QHChkwAT3aMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QHChkwAT3aM/hqdefault.jpgThe Lamb of God: Redemption and restoration in John 18-21This session covers John 18-21, focusing on the redemption made possible through Jesus' death and resurrection, and the post-resurrection appearances that illustrate restoration. John records these events to document God's provision of eternal life through the substitutionary death of his Son and to provide inclusive evidence for Jesus' deity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QHChkwAT3aM357https://my.truevi.com/watch/Euth3vLwXIshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Euth3vLwXIs/hqdefault.jpgRandy Alcorn discusses suffering and the Christian view of death and heavenAuthor Randy Alcorn joins Greg Laurie to discuss the biblical perspective on suffering, addressing the question of why God allows it. Alcorn also shares insights on the Christian understanding of death, the immediate destination of believers and non-believers, and the nature of heaven and the new earth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Euth3vLwXIs3234https://my.truevi.com/watch/-W0dLNt2bYIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-W0dLNt2bYI/hqdefault.jpgHow the author of Hebrews used the Old Testament to support his theological viewsThis session explores the pervasive use of Old Testament scripture in the book of Hebrews. The author of Hebrews appealed to the Old Testament to establish factual backgrounds, abiding theological outlooks, moral obligations, eschatological predictions, and dynastic ideals, all to demonstrate that Jesus is the Messiah and the supreme fulfillment of God's promises.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-W0dLNt2bYI775https://my.truevi.com/watch/mQ-FzZnfnCchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/mQ-FzZnfnCc/hqdefault.jpgJesus: The icon, prototype, creator, sustainer, and reconcilerThis message explores the profound identity of Jesus Christ as revealed in Colossians 1:15-20. He is presented as the visible image of the invisible God, the prototype for all creation and resurrection, the one through whom all things were created and are sustained, and the reconciler who brings humanity back to God through his sacrifice.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mQ-FzZnfnCc3474https://my.truevi.com/watch/bU6GXW3wH0ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bU6GXW3wH0g/hqdefault.jpgJesus is worthy to be followed because he has gone before us and sacrificed for usThis sermon explores why Jesus is worthy of being followed, drawing from Mark 10:32-34. It highlights two primary reasons: Jesus's leadership in going before us, fully knowing the future, and his ultimate sacrifice for us through his death and resurrection. The message encourages listeners to be amazed by Jesus, face their fears, and live a life of worship and service.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bU6GXW3wH0g2129https://my.truevi.com/watch/djUNWOfGdW8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/djUNWOfGdW8/hqdefault.jpgDistinguishing violence from just coercive force in the Old TestamentThis video explores the distinction between violence and just coercive force, particularly in the context of the Old Testament. It clarifies that God is never described as violent, but rather responds to human criminal activity. The discussion also differentiates between violence and principled actions like just policing or just war, which aim to protect the innocent and punish the guilty.https://www.youtube.com/embed/djUNWOfGdW8301https://my.truevi.com/watch/Z2Xcc-_60wUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z2Xcc-_60wU/hqdefault.jpgThe God of the rim and the raftThis sermon explores Matthew 17, highlighting God's magnificent glory and intimate care. It contrasts the 'rim perspective' of God's overarching plan with the 'raft perspective' of His presence in life's struggles, as seen in the Transfiguration and the healing of a boy with seizures.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z2Xcc-_60wU2469https://my.truevi.com/watch/ccjqxIGf2Kkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ccjqxIGf2Kk/hqdefault.jpgGetting ready for God's plan: Lessons from Nehemiah 13This sermon explores four ways to prepare for God's work in your life, drawing insights from Nehemiah chapter 13. It emphasizes prioritizing worship, confronting complacency, fortifying convictions, and pursuing holiness to align with God's purposes and experience His blessings.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ccjqxIGf2Kk2038https://my.truevi.com/watch/PoHGtiLSJeshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PoHGtiLSJes/hqdefault.jpgThe split of 75: When the church broke over charismatic renewalThis message recounts the 'split of 75,' a significant division within Christ Community Church (formerly Omaha Gospel Tabernacle) during the charismatic renewal movement. It explores the historical context of the split, the differing views on spiritual gifts, and the subsequent formation of a new church, Trinity Church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PoHGtiLSJes4910https://my.truevi.com/watch/gRtjHdnErXchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gRtjHdnErXc/hqdefault.jpgGod came near at ChristmasThis Christmas Eve service features a children's retelling of the Christmas story, congregational carols, and a message about God drawing near to humanity. The service emphasizes the joy and peace found in the birth of Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gRtjHdnErXc5700https://my.truevi.com/watch/jIb_ZP44AD8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jIb_ZP44AD8/hqdefault.jpgDon't give up, give it over to JesusThis message encourages listeners to persevere through life's struggles and challenges, emphasizing that Jesus offers hope and strength. It highlights the importance of surrendering difficulties to God, drawing on personal testimonies and biblical principles to illustrate God's faithfulness and unwavering love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jIb_ZP44AD83912https://my.truevi.com/watch/iiI-tcwqjukhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iiI-tcwqjuk/hqdefault.jpgPlodcast episode 76: Menstruation, nature's case for God, and man-slayerThis episode discusses a British city's policy on menstruation inclusivity for boys and the accusation of being anti-science. It also reviews John Frame's book on natural revelation and explores the biblical use of the law, specifically the term "man-slayer" in 1 Timothy 1:9.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iiI-tcwqjuk919https://my.truevi.com/watch/OFcaCygMAbYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OFcaCygMAbY/hqdefault.jpgConfronting the impact of the resurrectionThis message encourages listeners to move beyond routine and tradition in their understanding of the resurrection. It challenges them to confront its true impact, rather than viewing it as something "too good to be true" or merely a historical event.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OFcaCygMAbY1078https://my.truevi.com/watch/hc1hP3YXL20https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hc1hP3YXL20/hqdefault.jpgThe church as a community and its impact on the worldThis discussion explores the nature of the church as a community, emphasizing its role in reflecting God's presence and kingdom in the world. It highlights how the church, as a group of people, is called to bring attention to God's plan and glory through their actions and vocations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hc1hP3YXL201849https://my.truevi.com/watch/Q4KeyKqVJOwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q4KeyKqVJOw/hqdefault.jpgFame and fortune do not lead to happinessThis video explores how the pursuit of fame and fortune, often seen as paths to happiness, ultimately leads to dissatisfaction. Drawing on examples of celebrities and biblical wisdom from King Solomon and Jesus, it argues that true contentment comes from seeking God's kingdom and righteousness, not worldly adulation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q4KeyKqVJOw306https://my.truevi.com/watch/cz-TUwqNZEchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cz-TUwqNZEc/hqdefault.jpgPsalm 96: Worship the Lord in the splendor of his holinessThis devotional reflects on Psalm 96, which overflows with worship to God. It encourages listeners to imagine themselves in a sea of God's people, singing and dancing these words to the Lord. The psalm calls for all creation to rejoice before the Lord, for he comes to judge the Earth in righteousness and faithfulness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cz-TUwqNZEc650https://my.truevi.com/watch/pOhJJuUwfwIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pOhJJuUwfwI/hqdefault.jpgApprenticeship activity: Sacrificial serviceThis video introduces sacrificial service as a spiritual discipline within the church's equipping model of teaching, apprenticeship, and immersion. It explores how planned and spontaneous acts of service cultivate love for God and others. The session outlines a group activity to plan serving one another within the group and serving the wider community.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pOhJJuUwfwI404https://my.truevi.com/watch/4NQ5X3rsDAshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4NQ5X3rsDAs/hqdefault.jpgThe mind of the Spirit versus the mind of the fleshThis sermon explores the biblical distinction between the mind of the Spirit and the mind of the flesh, as presented in Romans 8:5. It defines these two mindsets, contrasting the way a non-Christian thinks with the way a Christian thinks, and emphasizes that there is no middle ground.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4NQ5X3rsDAs2549https://my.truevi.com/watch/0bO6h9rfPD0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0bO6h9rfPD0/hqdefault.jpgHow God speaks to us through scripture and prayerThis sermon explores two primary ways God communicates with humanity: through the Holy Bible and through prayer. It emphasizes the importance of aligning one's human spirit with the Holy Spirit to truly understand God's word and will.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0bO6h9rfPD01959https://my.truevi.com/watch/gcQQnqTpmbAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gcQQnqTpmbA/hqdefault.jpgFounders Seminary: Training men for pastoral ministryFounders Ministries announces the launch of Founders Seminary, a new residential institution dedicated to training men for pastoral ministry. The seminary will offer a rigorous four-year Master of Divinity (MDiv) program and a Master of Arts (MA) in Missiology and Apologetics, emphasizing confessional convictions and practical experience within a local church context.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gcQQnqTpmbA2740https://my.truevi.com/watch/Nu6TlJOkF9khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Nu6TlJOkF9k/hqdefault.jpgMurmuration with a mission: Rebuilding the church as a people's templeThis sermon explores the concept of "murmuration" as a metaphor for the Holy Spirit's work in bringing diverse believers together. Drawing parallels between the rebuilding of the second temple in Ezra and the contemporary church, it advocates for a shift from a "king's temple" model to a "people's temple" built by priests and prophets, emphasizing intercessory prayer and evangelism.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nu6TlJOkF9k2611https://my.truevi.com/watch/7uL69TWDFtohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7uL69TWDFto/hqdefault.jpgThe self in a multiverse and the meaning of vocationWilliam Lane Craig addresses questions about the nature of the self in the context of multiverse theories and popular culture, clarifying that counterparts in other universes are not the same person. He also discusses the eternal significance of vocational calling, emphasizing that work done "in Christ" holds meaning regardless of whether it is traditional ministry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7uL69TWDFto1215https://my.truevi.com/watch/tlS0PJJ4UFwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tlS0PJJ4UFw/hqdefault.jpgThe biblical theology of church membershipThis discussion explores the biblical basis for church membership, acknowledging that while no explicit verse commands it, the concept is inferred through themes like leadership, discipline, and the church's design for flourishing. It addresses cultural hesitations toward institutions and emphasizes the invitation to belonging and mutual commitment within a local body.https://www.youtube.com/embed/tlS0PJJ4UFw1036https://my.truevi.com/watch/xOFbe2c21Nkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xOFbe2c21Nk/hqdefault.jpgThe heart of a disciple makerThis sermon explores the essential qualities of a disciple maker, drawing insights from Paul's letter to the Thessalonians. It emphasizes the importance of boldness, integrity, humility, gentleness, and perseverance in helping others follow Jesus. The message highlights that disciple-making is a relational and often challenging process, akin to spiritual parenting.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xOFbe2c21Nk4697https://my.truevi.com/watch/u4KTCBgMI64https://i.ytimg.com/vi/u4KTCBgMI64/hqdefault.jpgHow to pray like Jesus: Our FatherThis sermon explores the concept of God as our Father, contrasting earthly father-child relationships with the perfect, gracious, and generous nature of our heavenly Father. It examines Jesus's consistent reference to God as Father and His teaching on prayer, emphasizing the intimacy and confidence believers can have in approaching God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/u4KTCBgMI642230https://my.truevi.com/watch/C7q_OYVsjBwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/C7q_OYVsjBw/hqdefault.jpgThe rise of teen depression and suicide linked to smartphone useThis segment explores the alarming increase in depression and suicide among teenagers, particularly those born after 1995. Research suggests a correlation between this trend and the widespread adoption of smartphones, highlighting issues like cyberbullying and exposure to inappropriate content.https://www.youtube.com/embed/C7q_OYVsjBw698https://my.truevi.com/watch/3GfjMfpB4Vchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3GfjMfpB4Vc/hqdefault.jpgThe hope and prophecy of AdventThis sermon explores the nature of biblical hope, emphasizing that it is not wishful thinking but is grounded in God's character and promises. It highlights how humanity is hardwired for hope and how the Advent season, with its ancient prophecies, teaches active waiting for God's intervention.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3GfjMfpB4Vc4800https://my.truevi.com/watch/Dj21q--mMDkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Dj21q--mMDk/hqdefault.jpgWhat Christian forgiveness is and is notThis message explores the nature of Christian forgiveness, distinguishing it from common misconceptions. It defines forgiveness as a gift of grace from God, a spirit-empowered recognition of the Imago Dei in all people, a discipline, and a miracle of exchange between an individual and God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Dj21q--mMDk2690https://my.truevi.com/watch/mMLXpcNgrFohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/mMLXpcNgrFo/hqdefault.jpgAddressing common questions on biblical topicsThis video addresses questions from viewers on various biblical topics, including the death penalty and pro-life stance, the interpretation of 'sin leading to death' in 1 John 5, and how to approach biblical research and teaching with appropriate confidence. The speaker emphasizes the importance of biblical grounding and theological consistency in answering these complex questions.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mMLXpcNgrFo4541https://my.truevi.com/watch/LIfSHG1ZY-ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/LIfSHG1ZY-g/hqdefault.jpgGood Friday service: Bearing witness to the crucifixion and death of Jesus ChristThis Good Friday service pauses to bear witness to the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It includes responsive readings from Psalm 22, reflections on Jesus' words from the cross, and prayers for those who suffer.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LIfSHG1ZY-g6536https://my.truevi.com/watch/464ZcS8Lt08https://i.ytimg.com/vi/464ZcS8Lt08/hqdefault.jpgThe waters of belonging: No requirements, no credentialsThis sermon explores the human longing to belong and how it can lead us to change who God created us to be. It highlights Jesus' baptism as an act of belonging, where everyone is invited into the waters without requirements. The message emphasizes that we are beloved and belong to God, regardless of what we have done.https://www.youtube.com/embed/464ZcS8Lt08682https://my.truevi.com/watch/bL0JVb3yejshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bL0JVb3yejs/hqdefault.jpgHope and perspective for depressionThis episode of Grounded offers hope and perspective for those struggling with depression. It features an interview with Dr. David and Shona Murray, who discuss their personal experiences and offer practical advice for addressing depression physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and relationally.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bL0JVb3yejs3421https://my.truevi.com/watch/vO0zP67E2Aghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vO0zP67E2Ag/hqdefault.jpgWorshiping God in spirit and truthThis message explores Jesus' teaching on worship from John chapter 4, emphasizing that true worship is not about physical location or outward displays. It delves into the distinction between soulish and spiritual experiences, highlighting that worship must align with God's truth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vO0zP67E2Ag3338https://my.truevi.com/watch/syIs4QY5FqUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/syIs4QY5FqU/hqdefault.jpgSpiritually preparing for the fall campus ministry seasonThis gathering helps InterVarsity students, faculty, staff, volunteers, and alumni spiritually prepare for the fall campus ministry season. It addresses the emotional toll of the past 18 months of isolation and polarization, inviting participants to lament, pray, and reflect on God's presence and commissioning for campus communities. The session includes testimonies, a reflection on Mary Magdalene's encounter with the resurrected Jesus, and an encouraging message about God doing a new thing on campus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/syIs4QY5FqU3108https://my.truevi.com/watch/vb_Iungg__ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vb_Iungg__o/hqdefault.jpgDoctrinal reflection on penal substitution and the theory of punishmentThis discussion reflects on the doctrine of atonement, specifically exploring penal substitution. It delves into the definition and justification of punishment, contrasting retributivism and consequentialism, and considers how these theories apply to divine justice and the concept of Christ's suffering.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vb_Iungg__o2129https://my.truevi.com/watch/VZ05euk6YK0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VZ05euk6YK0/hqdefault.jpgThe John Boyer chair: Ministerial training in the 21st centuryThis address introduces the focus of the John Boyer chair for the upcoming term: ministerial training in the 21st century. It draws parallels between the Apostle Paul's instructions to Timothy and the historical context of Westminster Theological Seminary's founding, emphasizing the importance of entrusting and enabling future generations with the apostolic gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VZ05euk6YK02811https://my.truevi.com/watch/F17d0lZeHd8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/F17d0lZeHd8/hqdefault.jpgA conversation about baptism and God's graceThis video features a conversation between two speakers discussing the sacrament of baptism. They share personal experiences and theological perspectives on infant and adult baptism, emphasizing God's constant grace and the community's role in supporting individuals in their faith journey.https://www.youtube.com/embed/F17d0lZeHd84316https://my.truevi.com/watch/7ydyXHdI0mchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7ydyXHdI0mc/hqdefault.jpgThe household of God: Identity and responsibilityThis sermon explores the concept of the church as the household of God, emphasizing the identity believers receive as insiders through Christ. It also highlights the responsibility of those within God's household to help outsiders feel like insiders.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ydyXHdI0mc2540https://my.truevi.com/watch/ab-LALAKSBAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ab-LALAKSBA/hqdefault.jpgJacob's prayer and encounter with God's graceThis sermon explores Jacob's transformation from a deceiver to a man of humility and faith. It highlights his first recorded prayer in Genesis, demonstrating his dependence on God's grace and his recognition of God's covenantal promises. The message encourages listeners to reflect on God's grace in their own lives and how they respond to it.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ab-LALAKSBA5408https://my.truevi.com/watch/a9zFAxk3wywhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/a9zFAxk3wyw/hqdefault.jpgIsrael scattered, Judah exiled: Understanding the Old Testament's divided kingdomThis message explores the historical context of the divided kingdom, focusing on the scattering of Israel by Assyria and the exile of Judah by Babylon. It highlights the distinct strategies of these empires and their lasting impact on the people of God, drawing connections to biblical literacy and living as exiles today.https://www.youtube.com/embed/a9zFAxk3wyw5645https://my.truevi.com/watch/0Cn_bzAZM6chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0Cn_bzAZM6c/hqdefault.jpgThe conscripted ones: Mary's response to God's callThis message explores the concept of being "conscripted by God" through the lens of Mary's encounter with the angel Gabriel. It highlights how Mary, a seemingly ordinary teenage girl, was chosen by God for an extraordinary purpose, demonstrating that God initiates and empowers individuals for His plans.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0Cn_bzAZM6c2580https://my.truevi.com/watch/eL1JFcYXb1Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/eL1JFcYXb1A/hqdefault.jpgWork with what you've got: A message on the parable of the talentsDr. Kevin Wong, assistant professor of theological studies, delivers a chapel message based on Matthew 25:14-30, the parable of the talents. He encourages listeners to be loyal, responsible, and vigilant with the resources God has entrusted to them, rather than being stressed, resentful, or complacent.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eL1JFcYXb1A1130https://my.truevi.com/watch/3Cn5Bc-dbVQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Cn5Bc-dbVQ/hqdefault.jpgThe importance of daily Bible reading for Christian prosperityThis video emphasizes the importance of daily Bible reading for Christians, drawing parallels to a tree planted by rivers of water. It argues that consistent engagement with God's word leads to spiritual strength, vibrancy, and prosperity in various aspects of life, contrasting this with the struggles faced by those who neglect it.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3Cn5Bc-dbVQ563https://my.truevi.com/watch/pfDCLccyH3ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pfDCLccyH3g/hqdefault.jpgLegalism adds nothing to ChristianityThis sermon explores how legalism, whether adding human traditions or misinterpreting God's commands, ultimately detracts from true Christianity. It emphasizes that legalism focuses on outward appearances and man-made rules, rather than the spiritual substance of a relationship with Christ. The message warns against the dangers of legalism, which can lead to hypocrisy, exhaustion, and a distorted view of God's grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pfDCLccyH3g3486https://my.truevi.com/watch/JHBZmVJ_ag0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JHBZmVJ_ag0/hqdefault.jpgGod enters the four-fold song of creationThis sermon explores the four-fold song of creation, drawing from Psalm 148 and Colossians to illustrate how all of creation, including humanity, is called to sing God's praise. It emphasizes that God's birth in Christ hallows the material world and invites us to join in this harmonious song, recognizing our place within God's beloved creation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JHBZmVJ_ag0911https://my.truevi.com/watch/_JiUlfzxH9Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_JiUlfzxH9A/hqdefault.jpgModeling, inviting, and supplying for ministryThis sermon explores Jesus's interactions with his disciples and a large crowd, highlighting three verbs that describe Jesus's response to unexpected ministry opportunities: welcomed, spoke, and cured. The message emphasizes Jesus's love for the weak and his desire for fellowship, even when plans are interrupted.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_JiUlfzxH9A4374https://my.truevi.com/watch/i1ZCwmXDTq8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i1ZCwmXDTq8/hqdefault.jpgGod's providence in advancing the gospelThis sermon explores how God's providence works through difficult circumstances to advance the gospel, drawing on the Apostle Paul's imprisonment and contemporary examples. It emphasizes that even in hardship, God is working to accomplish his purposes, often beyond human expectation or understanding.https://www.youtube.com/embed/i1ZCwmXDTq82334https://my.truevi.com/watch/Khn8h7qNJF4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Khn8h7qNJF4/hqdefault.jpgSuffering and glory are welded togetherThis sermon explores the inseparable connection between suffering and glory, drawing from Romans 8:18. It highlights how God's comprehensive care extends to all creation and His children, even amidst groaning and futility, with a view towards ultimate liberation and glorification.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Khn8h7qNJF41389https://my.truevi.com/watch/s4eMH_grHWchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/s4eMH_grHWc/hqdefault.jpgThe point of propaganda and the sin of murmuringDoug Wilson discusses the true purpose of propaganda, arguing that its aim is not persuasion but conformity, and that Christians should be impervious to its effects. He then delves into the biblical concept of murmuring or grumbling, examining instances in Matthew, Luke, and John, and highlighting its sinfulness as warned against in 1 Corinthians.https://www.youtube.com/embed/s4eMH_grHWc1000https://my.truevi.com/watch/frUSzO32LC0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/frUSzO32LC0/hqdefault.jpgForming identity in ChristThis discussion explores how identity is formed, contrasting external and internal influences with a "topside down" approach rooted in Christ. It highlights how trauma can shift identity and emphasizes that placing one's identity in Christ provides an unchanging foundation, enabling individuals to navigate life's challenges and prioritize their roles.https://www.youtube.com/embed/frUSzO32LC01207https://my.truevi.com/watch/EOn4lqxg1Zohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/EOn4lqxg1Zo/hqdefault.jpgLeading yourself: The core concept of leadershipThis message emphasizes that effective leadership begins with the ability to lead oneself. It highlights the importance of having an accurate basic premise in life, as an inaccurate one leads to subsequent inaccurate conclusions. The speaker encourages self-reflection, humility, discipline, and self-encouragement as essential practices for personal growth and effective leadership.https://www.youtube.com/embed/EOn4lqxg1Zo4782https://my.truevi.com/watch/8l9KXQeoshEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8l9KXQeoshE/hqdefault.jpgBiblical signs indicating the end timesThis video explores various biblical prophecies that indicate the end times, categorizing them into natural, spiritual, sociological, technological, and political signs. It discusses how the abundance of these signs suggests that we are currently living in the end times, as foretold in scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8l9KXQeoshE328https://my.truevi.com/watch/5XTkleO1X5Ehttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5XTkleO1X5E/hqdefault.jpgHow to pursue a dream: Becoming, healing, celebrating, and lovingThis message explores four key aspects of pursuing dreams, drawing insights from the story of Joseph. It emphasizes that dreams are tools for personal transformation, healing from past trauma, finding value in affliction, and ultimately, serving others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5XTkleO1X5E2222https://my.truevi.com/watch/EhOrAuJ_LTkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/EhOrAuJ_LTk/hqdefault.jpgThe depth of God's riches, wisdom, and knowledgeThis message explores Romans 11:33-36, highlighting the immeasurable and foundational nature of God's attributes. It emphasizes that God's wisdom and knowledge are inexhaustible, His judgments unsearchable, and His ways inscrutable, providing a framework for a God-centered life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/EhOrAuJ_LTk3543https://my.truevi.com/watch/TPujgVCqEKUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TPujgVCqEKU/hqdefault.jpgGood theology produces good peopleThis segment challenges the notion that academic prowess or complex vocabulary defines good theology. Instead, it argues that true theology is evidenced by the fruit it produces in the lives of believers, emphasizing that good theology leads to good people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TPujgVCqEKU639https://my.truevi.com/watch/ioO5X3G8iaAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ioO5X3G8iaA/hqdefault.jpgGod made Christ head over all things for the churchThis message explores the biblical truth that God made Christ head over all things for the sake of the church. It examines how Christ's mediatorial kingship, established after his resurrection and ascension, ensures his absolute authority over everyone and everything for the welfare and benefit of his people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ioO5X3G8iaA3262https://my.truevi.com/watch/_SUH93paFvohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_SUH93paFvo/hqdefault.jpgGreg Laurie reflects on Charlie Kirk's life and legacyPastor Greg Laurie shares his perspective on the life and impact of Charlie Kirk, emphasizing his Christian faith and his role in engaging a younger generation. Laurie discusses the shock and sorrow surrounding Kirk's death and encourages listeners to carry on his message of faith and truth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_SUH93paFvo909https://my.truevi.com/watch/V7TQ-EWncXEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/V7TQ-EWncXE/hqdefault.jpgStewarding your body for God's gloryThis episode explores the biblical call to steward our physical bodies, not for vanity, but to enable sustained service to God and others. It challenges the misconception that spiritual health is separate from physical well-being, emphasizing that our bodies are integral to fulfilling God's purposes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/V7TQ-EWncXE1831https://my.truevi.com/watch/fqjoG9-ASNYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fqjoG9-ASNY/hqdefault.jpgThe strength of adulthoodThis message explores the biblical understanding of adulthood, contrasting societal views with a theological perspective rooted in creation, fall, and redemption. It examines the functional and spiritual definitions of adulthood, highlighting its responsibilities, temptations, and the call to mature Christian faithfulness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fqjoG9-ASNY2567https://my.truevi.com/watch/GVkaMUVhNwghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/GVkaMUVhNwg/hqdefault.jpgJesus' first miracle: Water into wineThis message explores the first recorded miracle of Jesus, turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana. It highlights the significance of this event as a sign of transformation and the establishment of a new covenant, inviting listeners to consider how Jesus uses available resources and responds to invitations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/GVkaMUVhNwg2329https://my.truevi.com/watch/_ka1A6DulKAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_ka1A6DulKA/hqdefault.jpgThe church's role in spiritual conflict and the end of an ageThis introductory session explores the spiritual nature of global changes and the church's central role in God's initiatives. It emphasizes understanding spiritual conflict and the resources available to live triumphantly amidst it, drawing insights from the book of Revelation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_ka1A6DulKA4021https://my.truevi.com/watch/iiMSJtfNOFchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iiMSJtfNOFc/hqdefault.jpgGod prepares Moses in the routines of lifeAlistair Begg preaches from Exodus 3, highlighting how God prepared Moses during 40 years of routine life in the desert. God appears to Moses in a burning bush, assures him of His plan to deliver Israel, and assigns Moses to lead His people out of Egypt. This encounter reveals God's holiness and His sovereign work in ordinary circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iiMSJtfNOFc2336https://my.truevi.com/watch/wBLrg9gbpighttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wBLrg9gbpig/hqdefault.jpgJesus is the light of the worldThis sermon explores Jesus' declaration, "I am the light of the world," in John chapter 7, set against the backdrop of the Festival of Tabernacles. The speaker emphasizes how Jesus positions himself as the true presence of God, challenging existing religious structures and inviting people to find hope and guidance in him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wBLrg9gbpig3503https://my.truevi.com/watch/8FD4anhpvfAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8FD4anhpvfA/hqdefault.jpgA summary of the Book of EzraThis video provides a summary of the Book of Ezra, covering its authorship, date, and purpose. It highlights the rebuilding of the Temple and the return from Babylonian captivity, emphasizing the theme of the remnant and offering practical applications for Christians.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8FD4anhpvfA377https://my.truevi.com/watch/U1-5imhO4AIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/U1-5imhO4AI/hqdefault.jpgThe early church as a prophetic communityThis message explores the early church's life as a prophetic community, centered around Jesus and devoted to the apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. It examines how their way of life attracted others to Jesus and served as a light in the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/U1-5imhO4AI6858https://my.truevi.com/watch/xHfd23RawGUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xHfd23RawGU/hqdefault.jpgMax Lucado discusses his book "What Happens Next" about the return of ChristPastor Greg Laurie interviews author Max Lucado about his book "What Happens Next." Lucado shares his motivation for writing the book, which details the milestones leading up to Christ's return and describes the eternal state. He emphasizes that Bible prophecy is given to prepare, not to scare, and encourages listeners to say yes to Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xHfd23RawGU1656https://my.truevi.com/watch/jdXiwANYC2ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jdXiwANYC2o/hqdefault.jpgJon Erwin discusses the upcoming Jesus Revolution filmFilmmaker Jon Erwin shares details about his upcoming movie, "Jesus Revolution," including its inspiration from the 1960s and 70s Jesus Movement. He announces the cast, including Kelsey Grammer as Chuck Smith and Jonathan Roumie as Lonnie Frisbee, and explains how the film aims to inspire a new generation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jdXiwANYC2o911https://my.truevi.com/watch/_Na8HOprUmQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_Na8HOprUmQ/hqdefault.jpgThe Old Testament view of immortality and resurrectionThis discussion explores the Old Testament's understanding of what happens after death, examining the concept of Sheol and glimmers of hope for an afterlife. It highlights the progressive revelation of the doctrine of resurrection within the Old Testament.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_Na8HOprUmQ2337https://my.truevi.com/watch/oJWUDRmI_EUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/oJWUDRmI_EU/hqdefault.jpgJesus is the light of the world and not of this worldThis sermon explores Jesus's declarations in John 8, focusing on his identity as the light of the world and his divine origin. It emphasizes the necessity of believing in Jesus as the Messiah to avoid dying in sin, contrasting his heavenly nature with the earthly perspective of his accusers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/oJWUDRmI_EU3055https://my.truevi.com/watch/-Bkhv2V4qLkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-Bkhv2V4qLk/hqdefault.jpgThankfulness as a feeling and Thanksgiving as an active responseThis sermon explores the distinction between thankfulness and Thanksgiving, drawing from Psalm 100. It posits that thankfulness is an emotion of gratitude, while Thanksgiving is an intentional, active response to that feeling, often accompanied by an offering or sacrifice. The message emphasizes that true Thanksgiving stems from knowing God and His character, rather than personal feelings or circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-Bkhv2V4qLk2340https://my.truevi.com/watch/0EFCxfWjzAghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0EFCxfWjzAg/hqdefault.jpgDon't put out the Spirit's fireThis sermon explores the biblical command not to extinguish the Holy Spirit's fire within believers. It discusses how neglecting spiritual practices, choosing comfort over calling, tolerating sin, and worldly distractions can quench this divine spark. The message emphasizes the importance of tending to this fire, both individually and as a church, to fulfill the Great Commission.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0EFCxfWjzAg4673https://my.truevi.com/watch/T2fhNHv_MWkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/T2fhNHv_MWk/hqdefault.jpgWaiting for Jesus' returnThis message explores the Christian belief in the return of Jesus, emphasizing that waiting for Him is not a waste of time. It draws on scripture to affirm that Jesus will come back as He promised, despite the skepticism of the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/T2fhNHv_MWk5011https://my.truevi.com/watch/VMFu4tmPJeQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VMFu4tmPJeQ/hqdefault.jpgThe message that brought a spiritual awakeningPastor Greg Laurie discusses the story of Jonah and the message he delivered to Nineveh. He emphasizes that the message must be delivered with urgency, clarity, and authority. This message led to the largest revival in biblical history, demonstrating God's power to use anyone to bring about change.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VMFu4tmPJeQ1698https://my.truevi.com/watch/TUozQ90zeLQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TUozQ90zeLQ/hqdefault.jpgThe invasion of grace: God's call and the inversion of giftsThis sermon explores the concept of God's call, contrasting it with worldly aspirations. It highlights how God's call often involves an "invasion of grace" and an "inversion of gifts," where ordinary individuals are used in extraordinary ways, as exemplified by the calling of Peter.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TUozQ90zeLQ7360https://my.truevi.com/watch/JinKrEnCCvghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/JinKrEnCCvg/hqdefault.jpgJesus had nowhere to lay his headThis sermon explores the challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness, drawing parallels to Jesus's own experience of having nowhere to lay his head. It highlights the importance of proximity to those suffering and the community's role in offering compassion and support.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JinKrEnCCvg4016https://my.truevi.com/watch/deC1bVI4KRchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/deC1bVI4KRc/hqdefault.jpgCaleb's faith: Contending for the promised landThis message explores the story of Caleb, one of the twelve spies sent into Canaan. While ten spies focused on the problems, Caleb and Joshua saw the potential, demonstrating a faith that contends for God's promises despite overwhelming odds. The speaker emphasizes that God's assignments are always bigger than our abilities, requiring us to seek His help and develop a deeper relationship with Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/deC1bVI4KRc2278https://my.truevi.com/watch/SGu9IaV-CKYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SGu9IaV-CKY/hqdefault.jpgAre people born gay? A biblical perspective on identity and sinThis segment addresses the question of whether people are born gay, discussing the concept of a sinful nature and the biblical understanding of sin. It emphasizes that all individuals are born with a propensity to sin, including various behaviors like fornication, adultery, and homosexuality, and that true conversion involves repentance and a new heart.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SGu9IaV-CKY1667https://my.truevi.com/watch/JYLK8BPwDo8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JYLK8BPwDo8/hqdefault.jpgJesus prays for his disciples' security and unityThis sermon explores Jesus' prayer for his disciples in John 17, focusing on their security in God's keeping power and their unity. It highlights that disciples belong to God, keep His name, and know the truth, contrasting their steadfastness with those who abandon their faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JYLK8BPwDo82724https://my.truevi.com/watch/Hz3PIum2-1Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Hz3PIum2-1A/hqdefault.jpgNehemiah's sadness and the king's question: What do you want?This devotional reflects on Nehemiah's sadness over the ruined city of his ancestors and the king's question, "What do you want?" It encourages listeners to consider their own emotions and desires, drawing parallels to questions Jesus asks in the New Testament. The passage invites vulnerability and courage in prayer, asking God for what is truly desired.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hz3PIum2-1A793https://my.truevi.com/watch/VvTVjquDbOkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VvTVjquDbOk/hqdefault.jpgDistinguishing principles from methods in Christian ministryDoug Wilson interviews Dave Craft, who shares insights from his extensive ministry experience with the Navigators and Mars Hill. Craft emphasizes the critical difference between enduring principles and transient methods in Christian leadership and discipleship. He illustrates how focusing on unchanging principles allows for adaptability across various contexts and generations, unlike rigid adherence to specific methods.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VvTVjquDbOk372https://my.truevi.com/watch/tC7_kcKCFqchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/tC7_kcKCFqc/hqdefault.jpgHow to approach confusing or difficult passages in the BibleThis episode discusses how to handle confusion or difficulty when reading the Bible. It emphasizes that feeling confused is normal and encourages readers to embrace the tension, stay in the moment, and engage relationally with God. The discussion also highlights the value of community, seeking help from trained individuals, and utilizing various study tools to deepen understanding.https://www.youtube.com/embed/tC7_kcKCFqc1502https://my.truevi.com/watch/Qd0LiA40zx0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Qd0LiA40zx0/hqdefault.jpgHow God's grace works in the past, present, and futureThis sermon explores the multifaceted nature of God's grace as revealed in Titus 2:11-15. It details how grace functions to save in the past, sanctify in the present, and satisfy believers in the future. The passage emphasizes that grace is the foundation for salvation, sanctification, and hope.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Qd0LiA40zx02460https://my.truevi.com/watch/hQtyW7XQoukhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hQtyW7XQouk/hqdefault.jpgGod's love and the light of ChristThis devotional reflects on John 3, emphasizing that God sent his son not to condemn but to save the world. It explores the human tendency to prefer darkness over light and encourages confession and repentance to embrace God's light and peace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hQtyW7XQouk672https://my.truevi.com/watch/naPhiSDw2eghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/naPhiSDw2eg/hqdefault.jpgVictory belongs to the wholeheartedThis message explores the concept of wholehearted commitment to God, drawing parallels with Olympic athletes' dedication. It emphasizes that God desires to bring present and future victories, regardless of past failures, and encourages believers to serve Him with zeal and enthusiasm to experience His power.https://www.youtube.com/embed/naPhiSDw2eg1485https://my.truevi.com/watch/OtgcLLDzeIchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OtgcLLDzeIc/hqdefault.jpgFollowing the Lord wholeheartedly: The example of CalebThis sermon explores the life of Caleb from Joshua 14, presenting him as a portrait of someone who followed God without condition and in complete surrender. The message challenges listeners to emulate Caleb's wholehearted devotion, emphasizing that this is a calling for all believers, as taught in both the Old and New Testaments.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OtgcLLDzeIc1231https://my.truevi.com/watch/1zsWLQuF-D0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1zsWLQuF-D0/hqdefault.jpgThe moral law and the Ten CommandmentsThis video explores the concept of the moral law, specifically the Ten Commandments, and how they reveal humanity's sinfulness. It emphasizes that true repentance and trust in Jesus Christ, not personal goodness, are the path to salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1zsWLQuF-D01499https://my.truevi.com/watch/yEmFgvTotgYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/yEmFgvTotgY/hqdefault.jpgOvercoming shame through Christ's redemptionThis message explores the origins and effects of shame, distinguishing it from guilt. It highlights how Jesus' sacrifice on the cross not only addresses guilt but also triumphs over shame, offering a path to significance and restoration through connection and vulnerability.https://www.youtube.com/embed/yEmFgvTotgY2498https://my.truevi.com/watch/ypbE_CAIdvUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ypbE_CAIdvU/hqdefault.jpgIsaiah 8:9-10: The Emmanuel principle and the remnant of JudahThis devotional examines Isaiah 8:9-10, focusing on the 'Emmanuel principle' and the faith of the remnant of Judah. It discusses how God's presence with His people is a defense against powerful empires like Assyria, even when Judah faces destruction.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ypbE_CAIdvU375https://my.truevi.com/watch/9shnZ5jcRTEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9shnZ5jcRTE/hqdefault.jpgJesus' example of prayerThis segment explores Jesus' prayer life, highlighting his consistent practice of solitary prayer, even amidst a busy ministry. It examines specific instances, such as his all-night prayer vigil, and discusses the contextual significance of his prayers before and after key events.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9shnZ5jcRTE5613https://my.truevi.com/watch/Ky3bsafG98Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ky3bsafG98Y/hqdefault.jpgGod looks on the heartPastor Greg Laurie begins a new series on the life of David, highlighting how God sees beyond outward appearances to a person's true character. He emphasizes that while people judge by what they see, God looks at the heart and intentions.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ky3bsafG98Y1682https://my.truevi.com/watch/cXRXoEtxKBohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cXRXoEtxKBo/hqdefault.jpgJosiah's passion for God and devotion to His wordThis message explores the life of King Josiah, highlighting his unwavering passion for God and unmatched devotion to God's word. Despite being crowned at a young age, Josiah initiated significant reforms, purging idolatry and restoring the temple, ultimately renewing the covenant with God for his people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cXRXoEtxKBo2006https://my.truevi.com/watch/XpXeAjUVgJ0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XpXeAjUVgJ0/hqdefault.jpgPsalm 103:5 and Genesis 1:1-2 grammatical and exegetical analysisThis lecture provides a detailed grammatical and exegetical analysis of Psalm 103:5, focusing on the meaning of 'satisfies with good things' and 'youth renewed like the eagle.' It then transitions to a grammatical and contextual examination of Genesis 1:1-2, emphasizing the proper translation of key Hebrew terms and phrases.https://www.youtube.com/embed/XpXeAjUVgJ04177https://my.truevi.com/watch/5mFQDk82cg8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5mFQDk82cg8/hqdefault.jpgTheology of work: The secular-sacred divideThis discussion explores the theology of work, emphasizing that all work, not just ministry, can be a calling from God. It challenges the unbiblical secular-sacred divide, asserting that Christ is Lord of all aspects of life, including daily work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5mFQDk82cg82964https://my.truevi.com/watch/4QUkC5YiQiAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4QUkC5YiQiA/hqdefault.jpgCritical race theory's anti-biblical influence on the churchThis segment discusses how critical race theory, an abstract ideology, is making its way into the church. It highlights how this theory fosters animosity and hatred, leading to interpretations of scripture that are not biblical. The speaker warns that this ideology will introduce hatred and division, demanding a new hermeneutic of the Bible.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4QUkC5YiQiA702https://my.truevi.com/watch/7kDdV-eCM3Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7kDdV-eCM3Y/hqdefault.jpgSummit Georgia Session 2, 2024: Graduation ceremony and worshipThis video captures the graduation ceremony for Summit Georgia Session 2, 2024. It includes reflections from students and staff on their experiences, a worship session led by Josh Bales, and traditional recitations of the Apostles' Creed and the Pledge of Allegiance.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7kDdV-eCM3Y7731https://my.truevi.com/watch/hazxWZvj62Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hazxWZvj62I/hqdefault.jpgFight for the faith: An unwavering gospel focusThis sermon explores Jude's call to 'contend for the faith,' emphasizing the need for an unwavering gospel focus to combat spiritual complacency. It highlights the dangers of subtle, incremental changes that can lead believers and the church away from core truths, urging a 'ride or die' commitment to Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hazxWZvj62I4648https://my.truevi.com/watch/vwytX71TiJYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vwytX71TiJY/hqdefault.jpgEphesians 3: The church's high calling, key hour, and great weaknessThis sermon explores Ephesians chapter 3, focusing on the church's high calling to display God's manifold wisdom to heavenly realms, the key hour of redemptive history in which they live, and their great weakness. The speaker encourages the church to engage in prayer and fasting to receive God's power to fulfill their calling.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vwytX71TiJY2053https://my.truevi.com/watch/dVEMGuzX0aUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/dVEMGuzX0aU/hqdefault.jpgHow Jesus thinks about youThis sermon explores how Jesus thinks about believers, drawing insights from John 17. It emphasizes that Jesus's perspective on us is encapsulated in his High Priestly prayer, revealing his unchanging heart towards those who believe through the apostles' word.https://www.youtube.com/embed/dVEMGuzX0aU6821https://my.truevi.com/watch/UBeXZF-wEWchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UBeXZF-wEWc/hqdefault.jpgRedemption: God's plan to purchase backThis sermon explores the concept of redemption as the process by which adoption into God's family takes place. It emphasizes that redemption means to purchase back, highlighting God's intentional act of buying back humanity from slavery to the law and sin. The message illustrates how God redeems all aspects of our lives, past, present, and future, into His greater story.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UBeXZF-wEWc5704https://my.truevi.com/watch/v382NMx2btkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/v382NMx2btk/hqdefault.jpgThe global movement of moms praying for schoolsFern Nichols shares the origin story of a global prayer movement for schools, beginning with her own 'crisis of belief' when sending her sons to junior high. She emphasizes the power of prayer, especially when moms gather to pray God's word over their children and schools, leading to changed lives and spiritual transformation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/v382NMx2btk937https://my.truevi.com/watch/qaA5K7LIiTUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/qaA5K7LIiTU/hqdefault.jpgChurch planting: Resisting comparison and embracing collaborationThis message for church planters emphasizes that God calls each individual as a unique instrument for His work. It encourages resisting the temptation to compare one's ministry to others and instead focusing on collaboration within the broader church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/qaA5K7LIiTU1543https://my.truevi.com/watch/H_VDHoQipjQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/H_VDHoQipjQ/hqdefault.jpgGod's sovereign work in Corrente, Brazil, through generations of faithful obedienceThis video highlights the unseen, sovereign work of God through the faithful obedience of missionaries and local believers in Corrente, Brazil. It traces a legacy of Christian education and gospel proclamation from the early 20th century to the present day, demonstrating how God's kingdom advances across generations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/H_VDHoQipjQ420https://my.truevi.com/watch/mVARERWZIG4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mVARERWZIG4/hqdefault.jpgRediscovery for revolution: The Beloved Community and the mission fieldThis session explores the concept of rediscovery for revolution, drawing parallels with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of the Beloved Community. It emphasizes the theological nature of the civil rights movement's goals and the importance of viewing one's college campus and future vocation as a mission field. The speaker encourages a deeper understanding of God's love and a liberated view of self and others beyond worldly perspectives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mVARERWZIG47282https://my.truevi.com/watch/aiucvE02DPkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aiucvE02DPk/hqdefault.jpgJonah's anger over God's mercy and an object lesson on pityThis message explores Jonah's anger at God's mercy towards Nineveh, leading him to a desert where God provides an object lesson. God uses a plant, a worm, and a scorching wind to challenge Jonah's self-pity and lack of compassion for others. The narrative highlights the contrast between Jonah's inward focus and God's outward, redemptive concern for humanity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aiucvE02DPk3289https://my.truevi.com/watch/f81nMhQj58Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/f81nMhQj58Y/hqdefault.jpgReflecting on 250 years of faith and democracyThis episode discusses the significance of America's 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. It explores how Christian identity and citizenship in God's kingdom shape engagement as American citizens, emphasizing a holistic public witness that integrates evangelism and social engagement.https://www.youtube.com/embed/f81nMhQj58Y1861https://my.truevi.com/watch/vrALMXGjPakhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vrALMXGjPak/hqdefault.jpgHow to handle criticism in ministry and leadershipDr. John Huffman, a pastor in residence at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, shares insights on navigating criticism. Drawing from his extensive ministry experience and biblical examples like Moses, he offers five questions to consider when facing criticism, emphasizing its potential for growth and the importance of discerning its validity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vrALMXGjPak1644https://my.truevi.com/watch/NDpIdVW63Vwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/NDpIdVW63Vw/hqdefault.jpgJesus' temptation in the wilderness and its cosmic significanceThis message explores Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, highlighting its parallels to the temptation of Adam and Eve and its cosmic implications. It emphasizes how Jesus, as a man, overcame temptation using resources available to believers today, ultimately regaining what was lost in Paradise.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NDpIdVW63Vw1559https://my.truevi.com/watch/NYR9z68Of9Ehttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/NYR9z68Of9E/hqdefault.jpgBrent Beshore's journey from atheism to Christian faithBrent Beshore, CEO and founder of Permanent Equity, shares his personal journey from being an ardent, condescending atheist to becoming a Christian. He discusses the intellectual and personal struggles he faced, the arguments that challenged his atheism, and the transformative encounter with Jesus that led to his conversion.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NYR9z68Of9E3932https://my.truevi.com/watch/scaGDBePx7chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/scaGDBePx7c/hqdefault.jpgThe parable of the ten virgins: Waiting for Christ's returnThis sermon explores the parable of the ten virgins from Matthew 25:1-13, emphasizing the need for believers to be prepared and watchful for Christ's return. It highlights the distinction between the wise and foolish virgins, urging listeners to cultivate a deep love for Christ that fuels their actions and ensures their readiness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/scaGDBePx7c2033https://my.truevi.com/watch/HFlt5NCPL34https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HFlt5NCPL34/hqdefault.jpgAn overview of the four calls of ChristThis sermon introduces the four calls of Christ: salvation, lordship, discipleship, and purpose. It encourages listeners to reflect on their personal spiritual journey and where they stand in relation to these calls. The message emphasizes that salvation is just the beginning of a lifelong Christian walk.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HFlt5NCPL342708https://my.truevi.com/watch/raDeprOQyPIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/raDeprOQyPI/hqdefault.jpgThe incarnation of Christ: Lordship, lowliness, and loveThis teaching explores the incarnation of Jesus Christ, focusing on his lordship, lowliness, and love. It emphasizes the importance for Christians to understand Christ's true nature as God, contrasting it with worldly and even some religious misunderstandings. The speaker uses Philippians 2:1-11 to highlight Christ's humility in becoming man and his ultimate exaltation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/raDeprOQyPI1741https://my.truevi.com/watch/jMQWplNxiDohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jMQWplNxiDo/hqdefault.jpgHow wives can influence their husbands through godly conductPastor Greg Laurie offers counsel to wives on how to positively influence their husbands, emphasizing the power of actions over words. Drawing from First Peter chapter 3, he discusses the importance of a gentle and quiet spirit, respect, and godly conduct in marriage.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jMQWplNxiDo1522https://my.truevi.com/watch/uQj-AlaN0F4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uQj-AlaN0F4/hqdefault.jpgMarriage as a secret gardenBarbara Rainey discusses her book, "Letters to My Daughters: The Art of Being a Wife," and the analogy of marriage as a secret garden. She and her husband, Dennis Rainey, explain how this metaphor illustrates the intimacy, challenges, and restoration within a marital relationship.https://www.youtube.com/embed/uQj-AlaN0F41364https://my.truevi.com/watch/TIu2FHSspXkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TIu2FHSspXk/hqdefault.jpgGod sees vulnerable people, and so should weThis sermon emphasizes that God sees and responds to vulnerable people, and as His followers, we are called to do the same. The message highlights that every human life has intrinsic value from conception to natural death, regardless of societal status or perceived worth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TIu2FHSspXk2487https://my.truevi.com/watch/I7G9oGm7jeYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/I7G9oGm7jeY/hqdefault.jpgThe gospel and the future of secular AmericaThis presentation explores the increasing secularization of America, contrasting it with the religiously defined society of 1955. It examines how the concept of "secular" has evolved and the implications for Christians in a society where belief in God is no longer a prerequisite for American identity. The speaker then turns to 1 Corinthians 1 to discuss the unchanging nature of the gospel's message in a changing cultural landscape.https://www.youtube.com/embed/I7G9oGm7jeY2541https://my.truevi.com/watch/hanPQNFlp2shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hanPQNFlp2s/hqdefault.jpgGod's grace for moms in everyday momentsSarah Walton and Linda Green discuss how God's grace applies to the daily challenges of motherhood. They share personal experiences of weakness and how these moments drive them to depend on God's grace and wisdom.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hanPQNFlp2s1541https://my.truevi.com/watch/I3HyGMlamDQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/I3HyGMlamDQ/hqdefault.jpgGod's answer to the question, "What is man?"This sermon explores the question "What is man?" by contrasting the world's naturalistic view with God's answer from Genesis 1. It emphasizes that humanity is specially created in God's image, male and female, to reflect His glory and commune with Him.https://www.youtube.com/embed/I3HyGMlamDQ3105https://my.truevi.com/watch/svB63paqC3chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/svB63paqC3c/hqdefault.jpgHow Christianity addresses the problem of sin and judgmentThis video explores how Christianity uniquely addresses the human problem of sin and the need for judgment. It contrasts human attempts at goodness with God's perfect standard, ultimately presenting Jesus Christ's role in resolving the sin problem.https://www.youtube.com/embed/svB63paqC3c627https://my.truevi.com/watch/7aHVd-5AqvIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7aHVd-5AqvI/hqdefault.jpgThe dark side of giftedness: Jacob's transformationThis sermon explores the 'dark side of giftedness' through the biblical account of Jacob. It highlights how Jacob's self-reliance and manipulative nature, despite his gifts, led to a pivotal moment of wrestling with God, resulting in his transformation and a new understanding of strength through weakness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7aHVd-5AqvI1846https://my.truevi.com/watch/5O1isnI3zxwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5O1isnI3zxw/hqdefault.jpgGod's uncomfortable grace in the wildernessThis passage from Exodus 13:17-20 reveals God's wisdom and love in leading the Israelites away from immediate conflict. God intentionally guides them through a difficult path to cultivate necessary qualities they lack. This journey illustrates how God's grace often manifests in challenging circumstances to produce growth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5O1isnI3zxw352https://my.truevi.com/watch/0rB5HEuvjIYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0rB5HEuvjIY/hqdefault.jpgIs Jesus your spare tire or your steering wheel?This message asks a probing question about the role of Jesus in your life: Is He a last resort or your constant guide? It challenges listeners to consider if they only turn to faith in emergencies or if Christ directs their daily path. The sermon encourages a life where Jesus is central, not just an option.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0rB5HEuvjIY6068https://my.truevi.com/watch/vbjWrP1PZ1Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vbjWrP1PZ1A/hqdefault.jpgYour children are instruments of lightJesus calls his followers the light of the world, extending his light through them to illumine darkness. This message explores how children can be powerful instruments of this light, creating connections in their neighborhoods. By engaging in community activities with children, families can shine God's light to others, leading them to glorify the Father in heaven.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vbjWrP1PZ1A358https://my.truevi.com/watch/-EHuSiHzbzYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-EHuSiHzbzY/hqdefault.jpgBiblical data on divine incorporealityThis class explores five lines of scriptural evidence supporting the view that God is an immaterial substance distinct from the world. It addresses how anthropomorphic descriptions and theophanies in the Bible do not contradict God's incorporeality. The discussion emphasizes God's transcendence, omnipresence, invisibility, the prohibition of divine images, and his spiritual nature.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-EHuSiHzbzY2532https://my.truevi.com/watch/fwVsWblloBwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fwVsWblloBw/hqdefault.jpgThe importance of doctrine: Following the pattern of sound wordsThis sermon emphasizes the importance of doctrine, drawing from 2 Timothy 1:13-18. It highlights the need to follow the pattern of sound words and guard the good deposit of truth entrusted to believers. The speaker argues that doctrine is essential for understanding God, salvation, Christian living, and navigating a world with conflicting worldviews.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fwVsWblloBw4695https://my.truevi.com/watch/QsCbII7tXmEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QsCbII7tXmE/hqdefault.jpgWorking from your identity in ChristThis message explores how a believer's identity in Christ should influence their work and daily life. Drawing from the biblical account of Caleb and Paul's letters to the Ephesians, it emphasizes working from the identity God has already given, rather than working for it.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QsCbII7tXmE5772https://my.truevi.com/watch/aCF_nazi4XUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aCF_nazi4XU/hqdefault.jpgThe healing of the ten lepers and the call to praiseThis sermon explores the biblical account of Jesus healing ten lepers, highlighting the one who returned to give thanks. It connects this narrative to the church's call to minister in marginalized spaces and to live a life of praise and thankfulness, even amidst challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aCF_nazi4XU1162https://my.truevi.com/watch/s4KWwaANVSMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/s4KWwaANVSM/hqdefault.jpgStudents discuss the impact of cultural engagement on their lives and ministriesThree students from Dallas Theological Seminary share their personal experiences and insights on cultural engagement. They discuss how their studies and work have shaped their understanding of engaging with culture, emphasizing the importance of tone, empathy, and connecting biblical truth to real-life issues.https://www.youtube.com/embed/s4KWwaANVSM2815https://my.truevi.com/watch/KIQxIl2HQzAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/KIQxIl2HQzA/hqdefault.jpgThe Bible's perspective on sexism and gender rolesThis video addresses the question of whether God or the Bible is sexist from a biblical perspective. It explains that while the Bible describes actions that may appear discriminatory, it does not endorse them, and that sexism is a result of sin. The video highlights that the cross of Christ is the great equalizer, offering a cure for sin and discrimination, and clarifies that the Bible's assignment of different roles to men and women does not constitute sexism.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KIQxIl2HQzA332https://my.truevi.com/watch/mvhZs0rsTx8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mvhZs0rsTx8/hqdefault.jpgDefining biblical repentance and its connection to faithThis segment explores the biblical definition of repentance, emphasizing that it is more than just a change of mind. It highlights the inseparable link between repentance and faith, asserting that true biblical repentance leads to conversion and a turning towards God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mvhZs0rsTx81756https://my.truevi.com/watch/8kbuWbS-zK0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8kbuWbS-zK0/hqdefault.jpgThe sovereign becomes a servantThis sermon explores the biblical concept of servanthood, contrasting the disciples' desire for power with Jesus's example of humble service. It emphasizes that true leadership and satisfaction are found not in seeking personal advancement, but in following Christ's path of self-giving and dependence on God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8kbuWbS-zK02280https://my.truevi.com/watch/TFoWDBTuC50https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TFoWDBTuC50/hqdefault.jpgWhy am I? Understanding our purpose and identity in ChristPastor Danny explores the question "Why am I?" by sharing personal stories and biblical truths. He discusses how our life experiences shape us and how God works all things for good, even in broken situations. The message emphasizes finding our identity and purpose in Christ, rather than in worldly pursuits.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TFoWDBTuC505009https://my.truevi.com/watch/wtBp-rZfl7shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wtBp-rZfl7s/hqdefault.jpgSubmission to one another in the fear of ChristThis message explores the meaning of being subject to one another in the fear of Christ, as described in Ephesians 5:21. It clarifies that this submission is a result of being filled with the Spirit and walking in awe and reverence for God, leading to a willingness to serve others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wtBp-rZfl7s2713https://my.truevi.com/watch/5A69PpOf-fkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5A69PpOf-fk/hqdefault.jpgPrayer is your work as a motherThis segment emphasizes that prayer is a mother's primary work, even amidst the many tasks of daily life. It encourages mothers to prioritize prayer for their children and schools, highlighting the transformative power of consistent intercession.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5A69PpOf-fk2382https://my.truevi.com/watch/DP3YkjoIWKkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DP3YkjoIWKk/hqdefault.jpgDelighting in the word of God: An invitation to hunger and delight in God's wordThis message explores the profound human longing for meaning and truth, suggesting that the Bible offers unique, timeless, and transformative answers. It encourages believers to cultivate a deeper hunger and delight in God's word, moving beyond mere reading to a joyful engagement with its wisdom and counsel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DP3YkjoIWKk2499https://my.truevi.com/watch/6kEZaJEm0a8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6kEZaJEm0a8/hqdefault.jpgNick McShannon's journey to faith and baptismNick McShannon shares his personal story of finding faith and peace through Christ Community Church. After experiencing loss and a period of rebellion, he describes how his daughter's baptism and his own engagement with the Bible led him to a deeper relationship with God, culminating in his own baptism.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6kEZaJEm0a8324https://my.truevi.com/watch/Sew1kBIe-W0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Sew1kBIe-W0/hqdefault.jpgHow to read the law in the BibleThis video explains how to approach the ancient laws found in the second through fifth books of the Bible. It clarifies that the Bible is not a behavior manual but an epic narrative where God reveals his wisdom through commands and laws. The discussion covers the purpose of these laws for ancient Israel and their underlying ideals.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Sew1kBIe-W0379https://my.truevi.com/watch/BeHKdU-_lgMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BeHKdU-_lgM/hqdefault.jpgResponding to God's mercy with transformed mindsThis sermon explores Romans 12:1-2, emphasizing that Christian living is a response to God's mercy, not a means to earn it. It highlights how understanding our identity as holy and acceptable in Christ, by grace alone, fuels our transformation and enables us to discern God's will.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BeHKdU-_lgM2682https://my.truevi.com/watch/hTmcXoNzfMYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hTmcXoNzfMY/hqdefault.jpgFinding hope and purpose through a relationship with GodThis message explores the universal human search for contentment and meaning, contrasting worldly pursuits with the lasting hope found in a relationship with God. Drawing from personal testimony and the parable of the Prodigal Son, it invites listeners to embrace God's love and forgiveness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hTmcXoNzfMY2058https://my.truevi.com/watch/KvOXgpmvr3khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/KvOXgpmvr3k/hqdefault.jpgA pastoral response to school shootings and the call to actionA pastor shares their personal grief and anger following news of a school shooting, reflecting on past tragedies and the challenge of fulfilling baptismal vows to protect children. The message calls for unity and prayer to address ongoing violence and seek a path toward peace and safety.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KvOXgpmvr3k377https://my.truevi.com/watch/bZbL9XAnxXUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bZbL9XAnxXU/hqdefault.jpgGod humbles Nebuchadnezzar to show that heaven rulesThis episode explores Daniel chapter 4, where God humbles King Nebuchadnezzar to reveal His sovereignty over human kingdoms. The narrative demonstrates that pride leads to ruin, while humility and repentance are the path to restoration. God's discipline ultimately leads Nebuchadnezzar to acknowledge that heaven rules.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bZbL9XAnxXU1787https://my.truevi.com/watch/JtC7hZh25Fghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/JtC7hZh25Fg/hqdefault.jpgGenesis 22: A tested faith in a trustworthy GodThis study of Genesis 22 explores Abraham's faith when God tests him by asking him to sacrifice Isaac. It examines the severity, scope, and significance of this test, highlighting how God proves his trustworthiness. The passage also foreshadows the ultimate provision of God through Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JtC7hZh25Fg2437https://my.truevi.com/watch/I3Y5qFBsqW0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/I3Y5qFBsqW0/hqdefault.jpgThe role of community in Saul's conversion and the expansion of the gospelThis sermon explores the often-overlooked role of community in Saul's conversion and the broader expansion of the gospel in the book of Acts. It highlights how Godly communities, through radical inclusion and courageous support, were instrumental in Saul's spiritual journey and the spread of Christianity beyond Jerusalem.https://www.youtube.com/embed/I3Y5qFBsqW02082https://my.truevi.com/watch/3Cam5L-p8Bshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Cam5L-p8Bs/hqdefault.jpgGod's sovereignty in unfulfilled longingsThis message explores how God's sovereignty is at work even in our deepest unfulfilled longings, using Hannah's story as an example. It challenges listeners to trust God's heart and surrender to His will when His plans differ from their desires, recognizing that His ways are higher and part of a larger redemptive story.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3Cam5L-p8Bs1554https://my.truevi.com/watch/CEtTYA4VlTghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CEtTYA4VlTg/hqdefault.jpgThe peace of God guards your heart and mindThis message explores the biblical meaning of peace, distinguishing it from worldly tranquility. It emphasizes that true peace, or shalom, is found in Jesus Christ and is a fruit of the Holy Spirit. The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, acts as a guard for the hearts and minds of believers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CEtTYA4VlTg885https://my.truevi.com/watch/2NKvW9fxixYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2NKvW9fxixY/hqdefault.jpgThe church as the body of Christ and spiritual giftsThis devotional explores 1 Corinthians 12, likening the church to a body where each member has a vital function. It encourages listeners to identify and utilize the spiritual gifts God has given them to build up and strengthen the body of Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2NKvW9fxixY789https://my.truevi.com/watch/DKdY9qHvybEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DKdY9qHvybE/hqdefault.jpgFinding freedom from anxiety through God's graceJanet Mylin shares her personal battle with crippling anxiety and how she found freedom by recognizing that anxiety is imagining a future absent of God's grace. She offers spiritual and practical tools, including relying on God's Word and community, to overcome anxious thoughts and find peace in the present moment.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DKdY9qHvybE762https://my.truevi.com/watch/_Qeq-Yg6xq0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_Qeq-Yg6xq0/hqdefault.jpgJesus builds his church and the gates of Hades will not prevailThis sermon explores Jesus' declaration in Matthew 16:18 that he will build his church and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it. The speaker discusses the significance of this statement in the context of Peter's confession and Jesus' subsequent rebuke, emphasizing the cost of Jesus' lordship and the power of the gospel as the 'keys of the kingdom.' The message highlights that Jesus builds his church in 'enemy occupied territory' and will ultimately triumph over the forces of evil.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_Qeq-Yg6xq02620https://my.truevi.com/watch/k26aqejMinQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/k26aqejMinQ/hqdefault.jpgWhat the Bible says about supporting Israel and the current conflictThis podcast episode addresses common questions about the ongoing conflict in Israel, exploring whether current events are signs of the end times and why Christians often support Israel. It emphasizes a biblical perspective on Israel's significance while acknowledging the complexities of the modern political situation and the need for compassion towards all people involved.https://www.youtube.com/embed/k26aqejMinQ1716https://my.truevi.com/watch/gKS-kO13OU4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gKS-kO13OU4/hqdefault.jpgThe Bible's condemnation of witchcraft and its counterfeitsThis video explores what the Bible says about witchcraft, identifying it as Satan's counterfeit to holy spirituality. It details various forms of witchcraft, including fortune-telling and necromancy, and explains why God condemns all such practices.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gKS-kO13OU4306https://my.truevi.com/watch/75S5mqA-YeMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/75S5mqA-YeM/hqdefault.jpgStacy Holden's family opens their home to Afghan refugees in HoustonStacy Holden and her family share their home and lives with Afghan refugees in Houston, providing practical help and building relationships. This episode highlights their commitment to biblical hospitality, offering a glimpse into how they've supported hundreds of Afghans adjusting to life in the United States.https://www.youtube.com/embed/75S5mqA-YeM1505https://my.truevi.com/watch/7vaYdnNm3bchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7vaYdnNm3bc/hqdefault.jpgGod's guidance and blessing in the wildernessThis message explores God's continuous guidance and blessing for His people, drawing insights from Numbers chapters 6-9. It highlights the Priestly blessing and the symbolism of the cloud and fire, assuring listeners of God's protection, presence, pardon, pleasure, and peace through all stages of life's journey.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7vaYdnNm3bc1952https://my.truevi.com/watch/aLNAjeQpbsohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aLNAjeQpbso/hqdefault.jpgRaising boys to be godly, strong, and braveThis discussion explores the challenges and hopes of raising boys in a culture that often conflicts with biblical values. It emphasizes the importance of discipling sons to be bold in their faith, strong in the right ways, and family-oriented, while also addressing common lies boys may believe.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aLNAjeQpbso793https://my.truevi.com/watch/iggPK0vzeLshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iggPK0vzeLs/hqdefault.jpgDo not worry about your lifeThis sermon addresses the anxieties of life, particularly concerning basic needs and troubled times. It encourages listeners to gain perspective by observing God's provision in nature and to trust in His care, rather than succumbing to self-directed worry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iggPK0vzeLs6721https://my.truevi.com/watch/JmSZ6Novgp4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JmSZ6Novgp4/hqdefault.jpgMariah Fearing's spiritual motherhood in CongoThis segment highlights the life and ministry of Mariah Fearing, an African-American missionary who served in Congo after the end of slavery. She became a spiritual mother to many orphaned children, ransoming them from difficult circumstances and establishing a home for them. Her story exemplifies how God uses individuals to create life and purpose in barren situations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JmSZ6Novgp4827https://my.truevi.com/watch/g0GVezifolkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/g0GVezifolk/hqdefault.jpgIdentifying evidences of pride in your lifeNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explains that pride is a foundational element that hinders experiencing God's presence and revival. She presents a series of questions to help listeners identify subtle and overt evidences of pride in their own hearts and lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/g0GVezifolk1771https://my.truevi.com/watch/hSPJVZUWDvIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hSPJVZUWDvI/hqdefault.jpgChristianity is a historical religion based on factsThis episode explores J. Gresham Machen's argument that Christianity is fundamentally a historical religion grounded in objective facts, not subjective feelings or experiences. It discusses how liberal theologians in Machen's time, and today, struggle to reconcile scriptural history with personal experience, often twisting core beliefs to fit man-made doctrines. The conversation emphasizes that Christian faith is rooted in verifiable historical events, such as the incarnation, crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension of Christ, which demand an objective response.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hSPJVZUWDvI4292https://my.truevi.com/watch/b0c1SNu3OVkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/b0c1SNu3OVk/hqdefault.jpgRemembering God's grace and our frailtyThis sermon explores the human tendency to forget God's grace and our own limitations. Drawing from Psalm 103, it emphasizes the importance of remembering who we are as creatures and who God is as our merciful Creator and Redeemer.https://www.youtube.com/embed/b0c1SNu3OVk2087https://my.truevi.com/watch/c4taBuYwnG4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/c4taBuYwnG4/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding the Antichrist and false prophet in RevelationThis discussion explores the biblical understanding of the Antichrist and the false prophet, primarily drawing from the book of Revelation. It clarifies their distinct roles, with one representing political power and the other religious influence, and addresses common misconceptions and speculations surrounding their identity and the mark of the beast.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c4taBuYwnG42001https://my.truevi.com/watch/khP3062qYfUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/khP3062qYfU/hqdefault.jpgInstructions for bondservants and masters in Ephesians 6:5-9Pastor Jim Thomas continues the study of Ephesians, focusing on chapter 6, verses 5-9. He explains the Apostle Paul's instructions for bondservants and masters, drawing insights from the ESV Study Bible and other resources. The discussion highlights the cultural context of the Roman Empire and the application of these principles to contemporary employer-employee relationships.https://www.youtube.com/embed/khP3062qYfU1301https://my.truevi.com/watch/ahLa4QCYQpwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ahLa4QCYQpw/hqdefault.jpgGod is good and sovereign in life's stormsErin Davis shares how the truths of God's goodness and sovereignty have been anchors in her life through various storms, including her son's health challenges, a difficult pregnancy, and her mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis. She emphasizes that these anchors provide hope and stability even when circumstances are painful and uncertain.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ahLa4QCYQpw1473https://my.truevi.com/watch/eOObj1_T00Uhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/eOObj1_T00U/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding seasons in life and marriageThis sermon explores the concept of seasons in life, drawing parallels to marriage, using Ecclesiastes 3:1-4. It emphasizes that no season is permanent and that God is present through all of life's ups and downs, whether self-inflicted or not.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eOObj1_T00U3405https://my.truevi.com/watch/P4L9biBu-eAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/P4L9biBu-eA/hqdefault.jpgLiving as sojourners and exiles in a strange new worldThis sermon explores the challenges of living as a Christian in a culture increasingly hostile to biblical truth. Drawing from 1 Peter 2, it encourages believers to embrace a "biblical realism" by understanding their identity in Christ, recognizing their true belonging, and behaving honorably as an advertisement for the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/P4L9biBu-eA2374https://my.truevi.com/watch/15MQMAc_jGQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/15MQMAc_jGQ/hqdefault.jpgLiving for the "Well Done" of GodThis message encourages listeners to live a life that seeks God's approval, rather than continually falling into sin. It uses the analogy of a child repeatedly jumping into mud puddles to illustrate the cycle of sin and God's grace, while emphasizing the importance of resisting sin to reach one's divine purpose.https://www.youtube.com/embed/15MQMAc_jGQ4871https://my.truevi.com/watch/bhAoq1BeTe4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bhAoq1BeTe4/hqdefault.jpgThe importance of the resurrection of Jesus ChristDr. Gary Habermas, a distinguished research professor of apologetics, explains why the resurrection of Jesus is crucially and vitally important to the Christian faith. He discusses why any gospel presentation that lacks a thorough explanation of the resurrection is inadequate, citing biblical passages and historical evidence.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bhAoq1BeTe41622https://my.truevi.com/watch/aZOqk75fjNAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aZOqk75fjNA/hqdefault.jpgThe ultimate meaning of true womanhoodJohn Piper explains that God created humanity as male and female to display the glory of His Son, Jesus Christ. He asserts that true womanhood is a distinctive calling to uniquely display Christ's glory, whether in marriage or in singleness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aZOqk75fjNA1682https://my.truevi.com/watch/ZqpCZIu1Itghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZqpCZIu1Itg/hqdefault.jpgBaptism and community in the way of ChristThis service includes a baptism, a children's message, and a sermon reflecting on how community and faith shape us. The sermon draws on Acts 2 and James 2 to discuss being "cut to the heart" and responding to God's call through action and community.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZqpCZIu1Itg4086https://my.truevi.com/watch/do3UJHwrLn4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/do3UJHwrLn4/hqdefault.jpgGod's preparation for youThis sermon explores God's intentional preparation for individuals, emphasizing that He has a plan for each person's life. It encourages listeners to participate with God in His plan, even when it requires humility and obedience.https://www.youtube.com/embed/do3UJHwrLn43090https://my.truevi.com/watch/QgyA2X_GRmAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QgyA2X_GRmA/hqdefault.jpgThe scandal and offense of Jesus himselfThis sermon explores the challenge of proclaiming Jesus as "the way, the truth, and the life" in a pluralistic world. It examines the tension between exclusive claims of Christian faith and the call for tolerance, emphasizing that the offense lies in Jesus himself, not necessarily in the church's witness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QgyA2X_GRmA1244https://my.truevi.com/watch/VemDBSU-DjQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VemDBSU-DjQ/hqdefault.jpgThe gospel as the foundation, formation, and motivation in the Christian lifeThis sermon explores Romans 6:1-13, emphasizing that the gospel is not merely for conversion but serves as the continuous foundation, formation, and motivation for the Christian life. It addresses the errors of legalism and antinomianism, highlighting how union with Christ through baptism signifies a death to sin and a new life in righteousness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VemDBSU-DjQ3301https://my.truevi.com/watch/DgcECB0ghTYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DgcECB0ghTY/hqdefault.jpgFinishing strong in Christ, even in weaknessSusan Hunt shares observations on aging and spiritual growth, emphasizing that true strength comes from dependence on Christ, not self-confidence. She encourages women to embrace their weaknesses as opportunities for God's power to be displayed and to invest in the next generation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DgcECB0ghTY1362https://my.truevi.com/watch/TzHl3ijlnaQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TzHl3ijlnaQ/hqdefault.jpgCultivating a holy hunger for God's wordThis discussion explores the common feeling of spiritual dryness and a lack of desire for God's word, even among believers. It emphasizes that this tension is a battle of the human heart, often seeking satisfaction in other sources. The conversation encourages listeners to plead for holy hunger, recognizing that God's word is a supernatural gift that reveals Him and can revive our hearts.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TzHl3ijlnaQ965https://my.truevi.com/watch/WwGNE870hLUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WwGNE870hLU/hqdefault.jpgThe works of God are a source of joyNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explores Psalm 92, highlighting that God's works, both in creation and in our lives, are a profound source of joy and thanksgiving. She encourages listeners to reflect on God's actions and allow them to inspire worship and awe.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WwGNE870hLU1755https://my.truevi.com/watch/7V8Sq-SJcykhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7V8Sq-SJcyk/hqdefault.jpgLiving as God's chosen people: Colossians 3:12-17This Lenten Vespers service reflects on Colossians 3:12-17, exploring how Christians are called to live. The passage provides guidance on embodying virtues like compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, and love, all while living in peace and thankfulness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7V8Sq-SJcyk1905https://my.truevi.com/watch/1a8PhKjeNIMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1a8PhKjeNIM/hqdefault.jpgGod's promises to overcomers in RevelationNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explores the promises made to believers in the letters to the churches in Revelation chapters 2 and 3. She explains how these promises provide motivation and hope to persevere through difficult circumstances, pointing to Christ as their ultimate fulfillment.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1a8PhKjeNIM1629https://my.truevi.com/watch/Vb_iejj6ZQchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vb_iejj6ZQc/hqdefault.jpgThe power of unity in faithThis sermon emphasizes the importance of unity among believers, drawing parallels from biblical accounts and contemporary challenges. It highlights how a shared purpose and collective action are essential for advancing God's kingdom and overcoming societal divisions.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vb_iejj6ZQc3934https://my.truevi.com/watch/Sd5Fl58RdIohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Sd5Fl58RdIo/hqdefault.jpgWhen God comes close: Comfort and conviction in Psalm 139This sermon explores Psalm 139, highlighting how God's complete knowledge, pervasive presence, and wonderful creation of humanity offer both profound comfort and deep conviction. It challenges listeners to consider their response when God's intimate knowledge of their lives is revealed.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Sd5Fl58RdIo3586https://my.truevi.com/watch/VUc19zmf_SEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VUc19zmf_SE/hqdefault.jpgInterpreting "I never knew you" in Matthew 7This discussion explores various interpretations of Jesus's statement, "I never knew you; depart from me, you workers of lawlessness," from Matthew 7. It examines whether impressive external works indicate true belief or if a personal, relational knowing of God is the true mark of discipleship.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VUc19zmf_SE719https://my.truevi.com/watch/f_i9fxBdJAMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/f_i9fxBdJAM/hqdefault.jpgThe cruelty of Pelagianism in trauma recoveryThis message explores the historical debate between Pelagius and Augustine regarding sin, grace, and human freedom. It highlights how Pelagian theology, which emphasizes human self-sufficiency, can be particularly cruel when applied to individuals experiencing trauma, contrasting it with Augustine's emphasis on the absolute necessity of God's sovereign grace for healing and salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/f_i9fxBdJAM1861https://my.truevi.com/watch/9t6L1-jQ0UMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9t6L1-jQ0UM/hqdefault.jpgThe one thing: Ultimate priorities in lifeThis sermon explores the concept of "the one thing" as an ultimate priority in life, drawing from biblical passages. It emphasizes the importance of seeking God's presence, making Christ central, and prioritizing daily time with Him over the urgent distractions of the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9t6L1-jQ0UM2906https://my.truevi.com/watch/IuTLFb1x86shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/IuTLFb1x86s/hqdefault.jpgThe church is a beautiful messPastor Mark Vroegop explains why the church, though imperfect and full of issues, is still beautiful and loved by Jesus. He encourages listeners to embrace a holy discontentment with the church's current state while avoiding disillusionment or disdain, recognizing that God uses its challenges for sanctification.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IuTLFb1x86s1760https://my.truevi.com/watch/F_S-emXxMjkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/F_S-emXxMjk/hqdefault.jpgSafely home: Remembering Robert Wolgemuth's life and loveNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth reflects on the life and legacy of her late husband, Robert Wolgemuth, sharing personal anecdotes and insights into his character. She emphasizes his deep love for God and others, his intentional living, and his unwavering trust in God's sovereignty, even through difficult times.https://www.youtube.com/embed/F_S-emXxMjk2295https://my.truevi.com/watch/8yDpJ64Tbkkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8yDpJ64Tbkk/hqdefault.jpgHow Christians should respond to the global refugee crisisThis video explores the complexities of the global refugee crisis, acknowledging diverse Christian perspectives beyond social media rhetoric. It distinguishes between personal convictions and government policy, emphasizing the need for both compassion and caution in national policy implementation. The discussion outlines six practical ways Christians can respond biblically to the crisis.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8yDpJ64Tbkk392https://my.truevi.com/watch/ry0ll76fgFwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ry0ll76fgFw/hqdefault.jpgCelebrating God-sized goals: Nehemiah's exampleThis video concludes a series on setting and achieving goals, focusing on the importance of gratitude and celebration. Using the story of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, it highlights how to celebrate accomplishments by honoring God and making promises to Him. The discussion emphasizes that God-sized goals require God-sized gratitude.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ry0ll76fgFw1170