https://my.truevi.com/watch/K2rcGGKdCTEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/K2rcGGKdCTE/hqdefault.jpgCreer sin ver: La fe de Tomás y BartimeoEste sermón explora la incredulidad de Tomás y la fe de Bartimeo, contrastando la necesidad de ver para creer con la bienaventuranza de creer sin ver. Se enfatiza la importancia de la fe en las promesas de Dios, incluso en momentos de duda y dificultad, y cómo Jesús se acerca a quienes flaquean en su fe.https://www.youtube.com/embed/K2rcGGKdCTE3167https://my.truevi.com/watch/eEaQu6RPXYohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/eEaQu6RPXYo/hqdefault.jpgJohn the Baptist questions Jesus from prisonThis sermon explores John the Baptist's doubts about Jesus' identity while imprisoned. Despite his earlier proclamations, John sends disciples to ask Jesus, "Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?" The message emphasizes the role of community in supporting faith and perceiving God's work, even amidst uncertainty.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eEaQu6RPXYo712https://my.truevi.com/watch/_ADYEuUZp-shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_ADYEuUZp-s/hqdefault.jpgEncountering the Father daily through scripture and prayerThis message explores how the early church encountered God daily through prayer and scripture, emphasizing that a vibrant relationship with God is not merely about checking boxes. It encourages believers to saturate their minds with scripture and pray bold prayers, drawing parallels to the early church's response to threats.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_ADYEuUZp-s4414https://my.truevi.com/watch/v9xa30D_zSchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/v9xa30D_zSc/hqdefault.jpgA couple's journey from Hollywood to ChristA couple shares their testimony of finding faith in Jesus Christ after experiencing the emptiness of the film industry and the chaos of the 2020 riots. They recount how watching a video about Noah led them to repentance and a transformed life, including renewed marriage and a passion for evangelism.https://www.youtube.com/embed/v9xa30D_zSc1172https://my.truevi.com/watch/L2v3ndmp598https://i.ytimg.com/vi/L2v3ndmp598/hqdefault.jpgJesus is the bread of lifeThis sermon explores John 6:22-59, focusing on Jesus' declaration that he is the bread of life. It contrasts the physical hunger of the crowd with the spiritual hunger that only Jesus can satisfy, emphasizing that belief in him leads to everlasting life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/L2v3ndmp5983925https://my.truevi.com/watch/bh6Llw-fBUghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bh6Llw-fBUg/hqdefault.jpgPsalm 2: The busiest intersection in all of scripturePsalm 2 is a pivotal passage in the Bible, frequently quoted in the New Testament to explain Jesus' identity and mission. This sermon explores how Psalm 2 prophesies the divine conversation between God and the kings of the earth, revealing God's response to their rebellion and the eternal sonship of Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bh6Llw-fBUg2981https://my.truevi.com/watch/3-MgItbxfEEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3-MgItbxfEE/hqdefault.jpgThe third, fourth, and fifth words of Christ on the crossThis sermon examines Christ's third, fourth, and fifth statements from the cross. It explores Jesus's concern for his mother's care, his cry of abandonment, and his declaration of thirst, connecting these words to Old Testament prophecy and their implications for Christian life and salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-MgItbxfEE1761https://my.truevi.com/watch/4eh8Fq5DxzYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4eh8Fq5DxzY/hqdefault.jpgBiblical faith is honest and hopefulThis devotional explores how biblical faith is characterized by honesty and hope, never asking believers to deny reality or suppress emotions. It emphasizes that true faith allows individuals to face life's darkest realities with clarity by viewing them through the lens of God's attributes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4eh8Fq5DxzY521https://my.truevi.com/watch/7Khdnj-WWQkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7Khdnj-WWQk/hqdefault.jpgThe Bible is the story of JesusThe Bible, from beginning to end, presents Jesus as the singular solution to the human predicament. Understanding this central theme is crucial for grasping the Bible's true message, which is often misunderstood as merely doctrine, a collection of stories, or practical wisdom. The Transfiguration dramatically illustrates this truth, revealing Jesus as the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7Khdnj-WWQk320https://my.truevi.com/watch/A7Ti-394x2khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/A7Ti-394x2k/hqdefault.jpgThe biggest question: Understanding God's wrath and mercyThis video explores the concept of humanity's collective sin against an infinitely holy God, leading to His just wrath. It contrasts this with God's rich mercy, which provided a way for forgiveness and everlasting life through Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/A7Ti-394x2k389https://my.truevi.com/watch/hReuioHdv0Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hReuioHdv0M/hqdefault.jpgResponding to the objection that Jesus was just a manThis video addresses the common objection that Jesus was merely a man and not God incarnate. It explores how this objection often stems from a bias against the supernatural rather than a critical evaluation of historical evidence. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the reliability of scripture and the unique implications of Jesus' resurrection.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hReuioHdv0M1391https://my.truevi.com/watch/n6zbxhyUuz4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/n6zbxhyUuz4/hqdefault.jpgThe difference between humans and animalsThis segment explores the distinctions between human beings and the animal kingdom, discussing various attributes such as morality, justice, reason, and spirituality. The hosts delve into what sets humans apart, particularly in the context of being created in the image of God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/n6zbxhyUuz41684https://my.truevi.com/watch/Z3Hjz4rJk6shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z3Hjz4rJk6s/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding faith as trust in GodRay Comfort responds to a young woman's questions about belief, explaining that the Bible defines faith not as belief in God's existence, but as trust. He argues that an inherent knowledge of God is evident through creation, and that trust is fundamental to all relationships, including with God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Z3Hjz4rJk6s390https://my.truevi.com/watch/2n-y5L3OGWMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2n-y5L3OGWM/hqdefault.jpgThe centurion's faith and your number one sinDr. Mark Bailey discusses the centurion's faith as described in Luke chapter 7 and Matthew chapter 8. He explains that the centurion's humility and understanding of Christ's authority exemplify a faith that Jesus marveled at. Bailey then connects this to what he identifies as the number one sin: a lack of such faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2n-y5L3OGWM1084https://my.truevi.com/watch/PY_EF4sbiQchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PY_EF4sbiQc/hqdefault.jpgWaiting for God's plan to unfoldDr. J. William Johnston discusses the concept of waiting, drawing from personal experience during quarantine and exploring the meaning of "wait" in Isaiah 40:31 and Isaiah 25:9. He emphasizes that waiting for God means trusting in His power and His ultimate victory over death, which is a source of present joy.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PY_EF4sbiQc960https://my.truevi.com/watch/GpeffU-9mkohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/GpeffU-9mko/hqdefault.jpgOriginal sin: Semi-Pelagian, Reformation, and post-Enlightenment viewsThis discussion examines the semi-Pelagian understanding of original sin, which posits a weakened will but an inherent tendency toward good, requiring additional grace in response to free will. It then contrasts this with the Reformation's reclamation of Augustine's doctrine, emphasizing inherited guilt and imputation. Finally, it explores post-Enlightenment perspectives, including rationalist critiques and reinterpretations by modern theologians.https://www.youtube.com/embed/GpeffU-9mko745https://my.truevi.com/watch/xhIPyT4jFaMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xhIPyT4jFaM/hqdefault.jpgThe dividing wall of hostilityThis sermon explores Ephesians 2:11-22, focusing on how Christ's sacrifice breaks down barriers and unites people. It emphasizes that believers are no longer strangers but fellow citizens and members of God's household, built on the foundation of Christ as the cornerstone.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xhIPyT4jFaM6385https://my.truevi.com/watch/DqPrSoR1h6khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DqPrSoR1h6k/hqdefault.jpgFollowing God even from a difficult family backgroundThis message encourages listeners to follow God wholeheartedly, even if their family background presents challenges. Drawing on the story of Korah's sons, it highlights their choice to worship God despite their father's rebellion, emphasizing that personal devotion can transcend familial struggles.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DqPrSoR1h6k2097https://my.truevi.com/watch/w3YPdYSSFvMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/w3YPdYSSFvM/hqdefault.jpgThe meaning, method, and manifestations of being filled with the Holy SpiritThis message defines what it means to be filled with the Holy Spirit, explaining it as being controlled or influenced by God the Holy Spirit. It then explores the method for being filled, emphasizing trust in Christ and submission to His Word. Finally, it outlines the manifestations of a Spirit-filled life, including singing, thankfulness, and mutual submission.https://www.youtube.com/embed/w3YPdYSSFvM2076https://my.truevi.com/watch/ncaeML_aj_ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ncaeML_aj_o/hqdefault.jpgAlia Moroz's spiritual journey from Germany to Chicago and backAlia Moroz shares her spiritual journey, beginning with her upbringing in a Christian household in Germany and her renewed commitment to faith in Chicago. After returning to Germany, she found a new church and deepened her engagement with biblical study, leading to a new career opportunity and upcoming baptism.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ncaeML_aj_o300https://my.truevi.com/watch/jG6P4ZmamA8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jG6P4ZmamA8/hqdefault.jpgBiblical foundations for word-centered mission from Ezra 7:1-10This sermon explores the biblical foundations for mission, drawing insights from Ezra 7:1-10. It emphasizes Ezra's commitment to studying, applying, and teaching the Torah as a model for those engaged in Christian service and missions. The speaker highlights the importance of subjective, internal heart qualities over professional credentials in God's kingdom work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jG6P4ZmamA82254https://my.truevi.com/watch/wO7q94I82wohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wO7q94I82wo/hqdefault.jpgAvoiding spiritual detours and distractionsThis message uses the analogy of roadside billboards to illustrate how distractions can lead believers away from their spiritual destination. It emphasizes the importance of staying focused on God's calling and avoiding detours that offer temporary satisfaction but ultimately lead away from Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wO7q94I82wo5641https://my.truevi.com/watch/m8nGzfw9u1whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/m8nGzfw9u1w/hqdefault.jpgExcelling in life and ministryThis sermon emphasizes the importance of excellence in all aspects of a Christian's life and ministry. It highlights that true excellence is not dependent on favorable conditions or human support, but rather on a commitment to Christian values, right attitudes, and a deep relationship with God. The speaker uses the biblical account of Daniel to illustrate how individuals can excel even in challenging circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/m8nGzfw9u1w3583https://my.truevi.com/watch/YJQH6PzoPQwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YJQH6PzoPQw/hqdefault.jpgThe King of King: Martin Luther King Jr.'s theological motivations for justiceThis message explores Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s theological motivations, focusing on two primary presuppositions that drove his activist ministry: that the lack of justice is an affront to God, and that God sides with the poor and maltreated. The speaker emphasizes that King's pursuit of justice was rooted in his understanding of God's character.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YJQH6PzoPQw2075https://my.truevi.com/watch/QmUc51cj7bEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QmUc51cj7bE/hqdefault.jpgDaniel's faithfulness in a world of pressureBen Fleming explores the story of Daniel and the Lion's Den, highlighting Daniel's unwavering faithfulness to God amidst political pressure and cultural compromise. The sermon emphasizes how Daniel's deep life of prayer and integrity allowed him to navigate challenging circumstances and serve as a witness to God's power.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QmUc51cj7bE1816https://my.truevi.com/watch/iGF8Had2s3Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iGF8Had2s3A/hqdefault.jpgThe three R's of revival: Remember, repent, and repeatPastor Greg Laurie shares three essential actions for spiritual revival: remembering one's first love for God, repenting from sin, and repeating the initial works of faith. He emphasizes that revival is a return to the Christian life as it was meant to be lived, urging believers to actively pursue spiritual awakening.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iGF8Had2s3A1633https://my.truevi.com/watch/XayWJaCyoG0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XayWJaCyoG0/hqdefault.jpgKing Nebuchadnezzar's dream and the test of prideThis sermon explores Daniel chapter 4, focusing on King Nebuchadnezzar's dream and its interpretation. It highlights the king's failure to acknowledge God's sovereignty and care for the oppressed, leading to his humbling. The message then expands on the nature of pride and humility, offering practical ways to cultivate humility.https://www.youtube.com/embed/XayWJaCyoG02708https://my.truevi.com/watch/OZxsCqr_ddAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OZxsCqr_ddA/hqdefault.jpgJesus' ministry in the synagoguesThis message explores Jesus' consistent pattern of behavior in synagogues as depicted in the Gospel of Luke. It highlights how Jesus' teachings and actions in these settings often led to resistance and rejection, even as he demonstrated his divine authority and compassion.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OZxsCqr_ddA2724https://my.truevi.com/watch/eISAxiL5o2whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/eISAxiL5o2w/hqdefault.jpgNavigating campus ministry in a changing cultureThis discussion explores the challenges faced by campus ministries today, including hypersensitivity, the erosion of a Judeo-Christian worldview, and university policies that impact religious groups. It considers strategies for maintaining ministry integrity while engaging with students in a complex environment.https://www.youtube.com/embed/eISAxiL5o2w508https://my.truevi.com/watch/rulBfoTAkBEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/rulBfoTAkBE/hqdefault.jpgGrowing in integrity as an influencerThis message explores how to cultivate integrity in a world obsessed with curated appearances. Drawing lessons from the life of David, it emphasizes trusting God's slow work, being faithful in small things, and developing a strong inner life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/rulBfoTAkBE2784https://my.truevi.com/watch/9YccJL__xvYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9YccJL__xvY/hqdefault.jpgWhat expository preaching is and is notDr. Jeffrey Arthurs, director of the Haddon W. Robinson Center for Preaching, explains the core values of expository preaching at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He clarifies what expository preaching is not by contrasting it with a lecture or a spiritual talk, and then defines it as bridge-building between the biblical text and the contemporary world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9YccJL__xvY3663https://my.truevi.com/watch/uCi0ENF6SQYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/uCi0ENF6SQY/hqdefault.jpgOld Testament law and the social construction of realityThis presentation explores the nature of law, particularly Old Testament law, as a social construct that organizes societies and reflects underlying values. It examines how laws shape identity and can be evaluated for their goodness and the kind of people they create, using examples from history and contemporary issues.https://www.youtube.com/embed/uCi0ENF6SQY2630https://my.truevi.com/watch/bYYGuRVfJFshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/bYYGuRVfJFs/hqdefault.jpgThe fall of humanity: Genesis 3 and the origin of sinThis sermon explores the biblical account of the fall of humanity in Genesis 3, examining the serpent's temptation, Eve's and Adam's disobedience, and the immediate consequences of their sin. It addresses how this event introduced suffering, death, and separation from God into the world, while also highlighting the hope found in God's redemptive plan.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bYYGuRVfJFs2069https://my.truevi.com/watch/XLrZr_g8Hekhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/XLrZr_g8Hek/hqdefault.jpgMinistry updates and gratitude for partnership at year-endNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth shares highlights from the Revive Our Hearts ministry, including preparations for new recordings, progress on a matching challenge, and encouraging testimonies from listeners. She expresses gratitude for prayer and financial support that enables the ministry's global reach and impact.https://www.youtube.com/embed/XLrZr_g8Hek365https://my.truevi.com/watch/aTfziTltVnUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aTfziTltVnU/hqdefault.jpgScientific and philosophical evidence for the universe's beginningThis presentation explores scientific and philosophical evidence indicating that the universe had a beginning. It examines the implications of the Big Bang cosmological model, which suggests that everything, including space, time, and matter, came into existence from nothing. The discussion also addresses alternative explanations for the universe's origin and their inherent logical inconsistencies.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aTfziTltVnU658https://my.truevi.com/watch/pA797u77nhIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pA797u77nhI/hqdefault.jpgResponding to hurtful words with blessingThis episode explores how to respond to hurtful words, drawing on biblical principles. It emphasizes that while past wounds may linger, believers can find healing through Christ and choose to offer blessing instead of retaliation, fostering joy and becoming instruments of grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pA797u77nhI1808https://my.truevi.com/watch/lrcOxMxu4dshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/lrcOxMxu4ds/hqdefault.jpgThe missional church: Why change is necessary and what doesn't changeThis discussion explores the concept of the missional church, emphasizing the critical need for change in the Western church due to its decline. It delves into what aspects of the church must adapt to a de-churched context while identifying the unchanging core elements rooted in Scripture and the early church's dynamic movement.https://www.youtube.com/embed/lrcOxMxu4ds3757https://my.truevi.com/watch/iqPnSEbBAuYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iqPnSEbBAuY/hqdefault.jpgChristmas Eve family worship: The story of Christ's birthThis Christmas Eve family worship service celebrates the birth of Christ through scripture readings and a children's sermon. Young disciples are invited to participate in a creative retelling of the Nativity story, exploring why various characters were present at Jesus' birth. The service emphasizes the intergenerational nature of faith and God's enduring love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iqPnSEbBAuY4137https://my.truevi.com/watch/1WV22K7vAaUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1WV22K7vAaU/hqdefault.jpgDiscerning the resurgence of deliverance ministriesThis discussion addresses the recent rise of deliverance ministries, questioning their biblical basis and the claim that Christians can be indwelt by demons. It emphasizes that a Christian cannot have a demon indwelt because they are indwelt by the Holy Spirit, and that sin issues are not demonic possession.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1WV22K7vAaU948https://my.truevi.com/watch/jW0KBqXGF-shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jW0KBqXGF-s/hqdefault.jpgJoseph: Beloved son and dreamerThis message begins a series exploring the life of Joseph, highlighting his character and experiences. The speaker introduces Joseph as a beloved son and dreamer, focusing on Genesis 37:1-11 and the family dynamics that led to his brothers' hatred and envy.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jW0KBqXGF-s4313https://my.truevi.com/watch/h8ChQvi9E_shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/h8ChQvi9E_s/hqdefault.jpgDeuteronomy: Moses' final words to IsraelThis lecture introduces Deuteronomy as the culmination of the Torah and the foundation for the rest of the Old Testament. It highlights Moses' final words to Israel, emphasizing God's choice of Israel and the importance of Yahweh as their God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/h8ChQvi9E_s5450https://my.truevi.com/watch/mDAxa1xQyd4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mDAxa1xQyd4/hqdefault.jpgThe historicity of Jesus' post-mortem appearancesThis presentation examines the historical evidence supporting the post-mortem appearances of Jesus to various individuals and groups. It focuses on three lines of evidence: Paul's list of eyewitnesses, the independent accounts of these appearances, and the transformation of Jesus' unbelieving brother, James, into a prominent Christian leader.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mDAxa1xQyd41604https://my.truevi.com/watch/fq-GCy9zxNYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fq-GCy9zxNY/hqdefault.jpgHow to listen to and respond to God's wordThis sermon explores the difference between hearing and listening to God's word, drawing lessons from the Bereans in Acts 17. It emphasizes the importance of eagerly receiving, daily examining, and rightly applying the Scriptures for spiritual growth and transformation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fq-GCy9zxNY2249https://my.truevi.com/watch/2qIFCPXqPRshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2qIFCPXqPRs/hqdefault.jpgThe qualifications of an overseer: A good desire, a good work, and a good manThis sermon explores the qualifications for an overseer, or elder, as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7. It emphasizes that the role requires a good desire, a noble task, and a man of specific character, focusing on who the man is rather than just what he does. The speaker details the characteristics of an overseer, including being above reproach, a one-woman man, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, and able to teach.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2qIFCPXqPRs3446https://my.truevi.com/watch/yRzX3dWwrW8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yRzX3dWwrW8/hqdefault.jpgFiltering the Harry and Meghan interview through a biblical lensThis segment discusses how Christians should approach news stories like the Oprah interview with Harry and Meghan. It encourages believers to filter such events through biblical principles rather than reacting based on personal biases or cultural narratives. The discussion emphasizes seeking biblical conviction and applying scripture to current events.https://www.youtube.com/embed/yRzX3dWwrW8699https://my.truevi.com/watch/Yn2kesS6R-Ehttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Yn2kesS6R-E/hqdefault.jpgPraise the Lord with everything that has breathThis video features a worship service that includes a musical performance and a reading from the Psalms. The speaker encourages the congregation to praise God for his power, greatness, and deliverance, using various instruments and with all their being.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Yn2kesS6R-E505https://my.truevi.com/watch/QSK-e4w_XkEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QSK-e4w_XkE/hqdefault.jpgThe depth and complexity of God's love in JesusThis message explores the profound and multifaceted nature of God's love, as revealed through the person and work of Jesus Christ. It delves into how Jesus's life, teachings, death, and resurrection demonstrate a love that offers freedom, healing, redemption, and reconciliation, inviting believers to acknowledge their need for Him and share this truth with others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QSK-e4w_XkE515https://my.truevi.com/watch/9CJJzdLlW1shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/9CJJzdLlW1s/hqdefault.jpgGod brings new life out of barrennessThis Lenten service explores how God brings new life out of barrenness, even in desolate places. Drawing from Acts 8, the sermon highlights the story of the Ethiopian eunuch and God's provision of spiritual descendants where biological children were impossible.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9CJJzdLlW1s1942https://my.truevi.com/watch/d7bfYiHHBAEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/d7bfYiHHBAE/hqdefault.jpgWhat is ahead: Preparing for Jesus' returnThis message explores biblical insights into the season preceding Jesus' return, emphasizing the importance of spiritual preparedness. It encourages believers to cultivate perseverance, engage in the harvest, and maintain faith amidst increasing darkness and societal challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/d7bfYiHHBAE3371https://my.truevi.com/watch/VlgIvvht0NMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VlgIvvht0NM/hqdefault.jpgWhy a Christian life is not always easyThis discussion explores the idea that the Christian life is often difficult and counterintuitive, challenging the cultural notion that faith should always lead to an easy or "best life now." It emphasizes that true faith is not about personal convenience or avoiding hardship, but about embracing a more challenging path.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VlgIvvht0NM496https://my.truevi.com/watch/hXpLQdspfqwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hXpLQdspfqw/hqdefault.jpgGod calls people to ministry where they areThis message explores the concept of a call to ministry, emphasizing that God often calls individuals to serve Him in their current circumstances rather than requiring a change in vocation or location. It highlights that everyday activities and relationships can become opportunities for ministry when God's call is embraced.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hXpLQdspfqw338https://my.truevi.com/watch/N7s3EtQQPZUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/N7s3EtQQPZU/hqdefault.jpgGod's plan for a future and a hopeThis message explores the meaning and purpose in life that many seek, contrasting it with the emptiness found in worldly pursuits. It emphasizes that God has a plan for each individual, offering peace and hope through a relationship with Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/N7s3EtQQPZU1651https://my.truevi.com/watch/rDv_Gp7T3cUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/rDv_Gp7T3cU/hqdefault.jpgThe sword of the spirit: God's word as our offensive weaponThis sermon emphasizes the importance of God's word as the sole offensive weapon for believers, drawing from Ephesians 6. It highlights that while other pieces of the armor of God are for defense, the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, is for engaging in spiritual battle. The message encourages believers to rely on scripture as their foundation against worldly views and spiritual forces.https://www.youtube.com/embed/rDv_Gp7T3cU5704https://my.truevi.com/watch/8Y8gW2kszfohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8Y8gW2kszfo/hqdefault.jpgGod uses money as a test for true richesThis sermon explores how God uses our financial stewardship as a test. Faithfulness with money demonstrates character, allowing God to entrust us with true riches like people and opportunities for the gospel. Our actions with money now also impact our heavenly rewards.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8Y8gW2kszfo6730https://my.truevi.com/watch/T_VAqJdUz2chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/T_VAqJdUz2c/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding Hebrews 6:4-6 and 1 John 2:19 regarding adult children who have left the faithThis video addresses two questions from parents whose adult children have deconstructed their faith or show no interest in Christianity. It clarifies the meaning of Hebrews 6:4-6 and 1 John 2:19 in these contexts, emphasizing that parents cannot force their children to believe. The discussion highlights the importance of living out the gospel, praying, and entrusting adult children to God's sovereignty.https://www.youtube.com/embed/T_VAqJdUz2c670https://my.truevi.com/watch/_ElU5Obv5W8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_ElU5Obv5W8/hqdefault.jpgThe good news of Christmas is JesusThis Christmas message explores three profound truths about Jesus: He reveals God's glory, understands human experience, and fulfills God's promises. The sermon emphasizes that the greatest gift of Christmas is God himself, seen and savored in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_ElU5Obv5W81536https://my.truevi.com/watch/SyYcDx1kdAshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SyYcDx1kdAs/hqdefault.jpgHelen Roseveare: The doctor who kept going no matter whatThis episode of the True Girl podcast tells the story of Helen Roseveare, a doctor who served God in Congo despite facing persecution and imprisonment. Her unwavering faith and obedience to God, even in the face of extreme suffering, allowed her to return to her mission.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SyYcDx1kdAs600https://my.truevi.com/watch/39t5UBOmwOYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/39t5UBOmwOY/hqdefault.jpgA cold-case detective's journey from atheism to faithJ. Warner Wallace, a former atheist and cold-case detective, shares his personal story of how he came to believe in Jesus. He describes his initial skepticism and how applying his investigative skills to the Gospels led him to conclude that the accounts were reliable eyewitness testimonies.https://www.youtube.com/embed/39t5UBOmwOY723https://my.truevi.com/watch/ApBu8Ob6hjohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ApBu8Ob6hjo/hqdefault.jpgApplication of God's love in our livesThis lesson explores three applications of God's love: reveling in God's love for us, using God's love as a basis for self-love, and extending God's love to others. It emphasizes that nothing can separate believers from God's love in Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ApBu8Ob6hjo1360https://my.truevi.com/watch/2iaFUotQ_bUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2iaFUotQ_bU/hqdefault.jpgCritiquing the works-based theology of "Girl, Wash Your Face"This segment analyzes the popular book "Girl, Wash Your Face," identifying its core message as works-based and self-focused. The speaker contrasts the book's emphasis on self-generated happiness with biblical teachings on obedience to God's laws as the source of true blessing and peace. The discussion highlights the book's universalist approach and its failure to lead readers toward Christ-centered holiness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2iaFUotQ_bU666https://my.truevi.com/watch/769uYl5Fgs8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/769uYl5Fgs8/hqdefault.jpgThe Christian worldview explains the enigma of altruismThis discussion explores the Christian worldview's explanation for altruism, highlighting humanity's capacity for both goodness and rebellion. It delves into how our design in God's image and our fallen nature contribute to this enigma, and how giving benefits us, not as a primary motivation, but as a reflection of our Maker.https://www.youtube.com/embed/769uYl5Fgs8487https://my.truevi.com/watch/6_t2-fA4kOwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6_t2-fA4kOw/hqdefault.jpgTherefore, Jesus is betterThis sermon introduces a summer series on Hebrews 10:19-25, focusing on the word "therefore." It explores why Jesus is superior to the prophets, angels, and the Old Covenant, culminating in the call to meet together as a community.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6_t2-fA4kOw2146https://my.truevi.com/watch/CbXe-nwtYNUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CbXe-nwtYNU/hqdefault.jpgWho is your God? Unshaken: Daniel 3This message explores the question, "Who is your God?" by examining the choices we make when confronted with challenges and opposition. Drawing from Daniel 3, it highlights how our priorities are revealed in difficult situations and encourages believers to prioritize God above all else.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CbXe-nwtYNU4179https://my.truevi.com/watch/pdUFI9bIl9ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pdUFI9bIl9o/hqdefault.jpgThe wounded healer: Finding hope and healing in traumaThis session explores how individuals can find hope and healing in the midst of trauma by choosing to love, hope, and trust in God. Drawing on personal testimonies and biblical narratives, the speaker illustrates how God uses woundedness to bring about transformation and redemption.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pdUFI9bIl9o3088https://my.truevi.com/watch/cdUpESgE6KYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cdUpESgE6KY/hqdefault.jpgDefining success in serving Jesus ChristThis message explores what it means to be successful in serving Jesus Christ, contrasting it with worldly notions of success. It emphasizes the importance of a right directive, a right diet of faith and sound doctrine, and right discipline for godliness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cdUpESgE6KY1956https://my.truevi.com/watch/fZqAd2WvO7Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/fZqAd2WvO7M/hqdefault.jpgPaul's eight-word philosophy: To live is Christ, to die is gainThis sermon explores the Apostle Paul's life and the eight-word philosophy that guided him through persecution, pain, and challenges. By examining episodes from the book of Acts, the speaker illustrates how Paul's unwavering focus on Christ allowed him to persevere and find peace in all circumstances. The message encourages listeners to adopt this same philosophy for a life of purpose and spiritual adventure.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fZqAd2WvO7M2314https://my.truevi.com/watch/TaQITtAlD4Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/TaQITtAlD4Q/hqdefault.jpgA missions director discusses trusting God and sending missionariesA missions director shares a personal story about a trip with his son to illustrate the importance of trusting God and not relying on one's own understanding. He then connects this to the church's mission of sending individuals to share the gospel internationally, highlighting the need for financial support for missionaries.https://www.youtube.com/embed/TaQITtAlD4Q5707https://my.truevi.com/watch/MlxrNyZf7kIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/MlxrNyZf7kI/hqdefault.jpgThe garments of the high priest in Exodus 28This sermon examines the instructions for the priestly garments in Exodus 28, focusing on their rich meaning and purpose. Each piece of clothing, from the ephod to the breastpiece and the golden plate, symbolizes the high priest's role in representing the people before God and foreshadows Christ's ultimate high priesthood.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MlxrNyZf7kI2759https://my.truevi.com/watch/_VF01N7ND1Uhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_VF01N7ND1U/hqdefault.jpgJesus is incomparable to angelsThis sermon explores Hebrews 1:5-14, contrasting Jesus with angels. It highlights Jesus's unique status as the Son of God, the creator, and the ultimate object of worship, emphasizing his superiority over all created beings.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_VF01N7ND1U1908https://my.truevi.com/watch/SoZtaqoFnoEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SoZtaqoFnoE/hqdefault.jpgEphesians 1:15-23: Paul's prayer for the churchPastor Jim Thomas reflects on the Apostle Paul's prayer for the church in Ephesians 1:15-23. He highlights Paul's gratitude for the Ephesians' faith and love, and his prayer for their enlightenment to understand God's calling, inheritance, and power. This passage offers insights into how believers can pray for themselves and their communities.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SoZtaqoFnoE1111https://my.truevi.com/watch/U7gIwkTUGychttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/U7gIwkTUGyc/hqdefault.jpgCamp All-American and the good shepherdThis service features a video highlighting Camp All-American, where children learn about God and have fun. The sermon then explores Psalm 23, emphasizing that rest becomes commonplace when under the care of the good shepherd, even in an anxious world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/U7gIwkTUGyc6801https://my.truevi.com/watch/8jeMciKfwmIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8jeMciKfwmI/hqdefault.jpgThe gift and calling of the evangelistPastor Greg Laurie shares insights on evangelism, drawing from the Apostle Paul's approach in Acts 17. He emphasizes the importance of having a burden for the lost, being culturally relevant, and preaching a biblical message focused on Jesus Christ crucified and risen. The message highlights that while conversion is God's job, our responsibility is to faithfully deliver the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8jeMciKfwmI1664https://my.truevi.com/watch/09POQAymMfEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/09POQAymMfE/hqdefault.jpgI still believe in the churchThis sermon addresses the common sentiment of wanting to follow Jesus but disclaiming the church, often due to scandal, hypocrisy, or personal hurt. It argues that the church, as the body and bride of Christ, is essential for spiritual growth and provides encouragement, enlightenment, and empowerment. The message emphasizes that despite imperfections, the church is where miracles still happen and where believers find community and healing.https://www.youtube.com/embed/09POQAymMfE2320https://my.truevi.com/watch/GxRGd1FV2bwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/GxRGd1FV2bw/hqdefault.jpgUrbana attendees reflect on God's calling and global missionAttendees at Urbana share their experiences and insights, discussing how God has transformed their lives and is calling them to various forms of mission. They reflect on discerning God's will, the importance of community, and the global scope of the church's work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/GxRGd1FV2bw331https://my.truevi.com/watch/7yCnkYT6gvUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7yCnkYT6gvU/hqdefault.jpgFasting makes your battle God's battleThis message explains that fasting invites God into your situation, leading to a greater demonstration of His power. When you fast, you acknowledge your dependence on God, and He takes over your battles, ensuring victory.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7yCnkYT6gvU3046https://my.truevi.com/watch/IuueuCxWe9Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/IuueuCxWe9Y/hqdefault.jpgThe search for a perfect heartThis sermon explores the biblical concept of a "perfect heart" as described in 2 Chronicles 16:9, emphasizing that it is not a sinless heart but one fully committed to God. The speaker identifies three characteristics of such a heart: reverence, humility, and compassion. He challenges listeners to cultivate these qualities to be instruments for God's purpose in the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IuueuCxWe9Y3386https://my.truevi.com/watch/sTMzLmDLpyIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/sTMzLmDLpyI/hqdefault.jpgGreg Laurie's journey from a dysfunctional childhood to faith and ministryGreg Laurie shares his personal story, detailing a challenging upbringing marked by neglect, substance abuse, and a search for meaning. He recounts his eventual conversion to Christianity during the Jesus Movement and his call to evangelism, emphasizing the importance of a steadfast relationship with Jesus through life's trials.https://www.youtube.com/embed/sTMzLmDLpyI1985https://my.truevi.com/watch/c78YDDGa9TUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/c78YDDGa9TU/hqdefault.jpgThe Little Drummer Boy: Everything we have comes from GodThis message explores the lyrics of "The Little Drummer Boy" and connects them to King David's prayer in 1 Chronicles 29. It emphasizes that all possessions, talents, and opportunities originate from God, encouraging a posture of gratitude and submission. The sermon highlights that our offerings, like the drummer boy's, are meaningful when given with a heart of worship, acknowledging God's ultimate ownership.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c78YDDGa9TU3030https://my.truevi.com/watch/KsTuTd4rwLwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/KsTuTd4rwLw/hqdefault.jpgOur beliefs: God the Father, Son, and Holy SpiritThis worship service outlines the core beliefs of Oak Hills Church, focusing on the nature of God as eternally existing in three persons: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit. It emphasizes their equality and unity as one God, and their roles in creation, salvation, and empowering believers.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KsTuTd4rwLw3883https://my.truevi.com/watch/DO-CUDrIV9shttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DO-CUDrIV9s/hqdefault.jpgR.C. Sproul's sermon on the curse motif of the atonementThis video examines R.C. Sproul's sermon, "The Curse Motif of the Atonement," delivered at the 2008 Together for the Gospel conference. It highlights Sproul's passionate plea to consider the horrors of the cross and the splendor of God's grace, emphasizing his consistent focus on the unchanging truths of Scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DO-CUDrIV9s741https://my.truevi.com/watch/8WKqvP75dHAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/8WKqvP75dHA/hqdefault.jpgBuilding people through small groupsThis message emphasizes the importance of small groups in fostering spiritual growth and personal development. It outlines four key principles for building people: offering personal challenges, providing complete assurance, giving honest advice, and acknowledging achievements. The speaker illustrates these principles with anecdotes and biblical references, highlighting how small groups create an environment for mutual support and transformation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8WKqvP75dHA2011https://my.truevi.com/watch/CNFm6r9PJdUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CNFm6r9PJdU/hqdefault.jpgThe enemies you face, the God we confess, and the peace he enjoyedThis sermon explores Psalm 57, using David's experience in a cave as a metaphor for facing life's difficulties. It emphasizes the importance of prayer and remembering God's attributes, such as His mercy, glory, providence, steadfast love, and faithfulness, to find peace amidst trials.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CNFm6r9PJdU4459https://my.truevi.com/watch/1t4k12i0yKIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1t4k12i0yKI/hqdefault.jpgWaiting in confident expectationThis message explores the concept of waiting in confident expectation, drawing parallels between life's uncertainties and waiting at a bus stop. It delves into Psalms 42 and 43, highlighting the theological depth of the psalmist's struggle and the importance of worshiping God amidst trials.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1t4k12i0yKI1583https://my.truevi.com/watch/882AGGzDJmkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/882AGGzDJmk/hqdefault.jpgGod's middle knowledge and human freedomThis discussion explores God's middle knowledge, also known as hypothetical knowledge or knowledge of subjunctive conditionals. It distinguishes middle knowledge from foreknowledge and foreordination, arguing that middle knowledge is essential for reconciling divine sovereignty with human freedom.https://www.youtube.com/embed/882AGGzDJmk2024https://my.truevi.com/watch/vCX-gVgcb0ohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vCX-gVgcb0o/hqdefault.jpgTake care then how you hearThis sermon explores Jesus' teaching on how to listen to the word of God, drawing from Luke 8:1-21. It likens God's word to a seed in the soil, a light in the house, and a bond in the family. The message challenges listeners to consider their responsiveness to God's word and its transformative power.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vCX-gVgcb0o2215https://my.truevi.com/watch/Lh2D0Z1oIqghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Lh2D0Z1oIqg/hqdefault.jpgAcknowledging ethnic brokenness and the need for healingThis video explores personal experiences of ethnic brokenness, including racism, prejudice, and cultural identity struggles. It highlights how these experiences leave lasting wounds and scars, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging these hurts to invite healing.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Lh2D0Z1oIqg643https://my.truevi.com/watch/FeBAzuznQ_Mhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FeBAzuznQ_M/hqdefault.jpgThe church as salt: seasoning, healing, and purityThis sermon explores the metaphor of salt from Matthew 5:13, highlighting its roles in seasoning, healing, and symbolizing purity. It challenges the church to embrace its calling as an agent of healing in a broken world, rather than becoming "sugar" that offers only superficial comfort.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FeBAzuznQ_M1595https://my.truevi.com/watch/ker467NZi9Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ker467NZi9Y/hqdefault.jpgSamuel Dawson's journey to genuine faith and seminary trainingSamuel Dawson shares his testimony of growing up in the Bible Belt, believing he was a Christian based on a childhood prayer, despite a lack of spiritual fruit. He recounts his genuine conversion in his early 20s, the transformative impact of a MacArthur Study Bible, and his calling to The Master's Seminary for biblical training.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ker467NZi9Y337https://my.truevi.com/watch/h9Ah1Kgemughttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/h9Ah1Kgemug/hqdefault.jpgThe Triune God: Mystery, Revelation, and Our AdoptionThis sermon explores the doctrine of the Triune God, examining what it is, its scriptural source, and its profound significance for Christian life. It emphasizes that the Trinity is not an abstract concept but the very heart of the gospel, revealing God's eternal love and our adoption into His family.https://www.youtube.com/embed/h9Ah1Kgemug1701https://my.truevi.com/watch/Pa0bsnUDCsMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Pa0bsnUDCsM/hqdefault.jpgThe tithe in the Old Testament: Numbers 18:21-27This sermon examines the concept of the tithe in the Old Testament, focusing on Numbers 18:21-27. It explains how the tithe supported the Levites and was considered a contribution to the Lord, not to individuals. The message also touches on the historical understanding of tithing and its implications for Christian giving.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Pa0bsnUDCsM2090https://my.truevi.com/watch/Ai37DpKHR10https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ai37DpKHR10/hqdefault.jpgRoss Stein: Seminary changed my lifeRoss Stein shares his testimony, beginning with his conversion at age 19 and his journey to The Master's Seminary. He describes how his time at seminary transformed him, making him a better husband, worker, friend, and churchman. Stein concludes by expressing his ambition to please God in his future ministry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ai37DpKHR10351https://my.truevi.com/watch/1Y2-iv92Ry0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1Y2-iv92Ry0/hqdefault.jpgDavid Lowery's reflections on Christian behavior and dependence on the SpiritDr. David Lowery shares personal anecdotes and scriptural insights on Christian behavior, emphasizing the ongoing need for dependence on the Holy Spirit. He reflects on a personal failure and draws parallels with C.S. Lewis's 'Mere Christianity' and Ephesians 4:29-5:2, highlighting the call to love and imitate God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1Y2-iv92Ry01381https://my.truevi.com/watch/h9mEldyVpWAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/h9mEldyVpWA/hqdefault.jpgSean McDowell discusses Christian ethics in superhero storiesAuthor and speaker Sean McDowell explains how he connects pop culture, specifically superhero narratives, to Christian ethics. He details why Spider-Man is his favorite superhero and how the character's defining ethic, "with great power comes great responsibility," aligns with Christian principles. McDowell also explores how other characters like Captain America and Iron Man embody various ethical frameworks within their backstories.https://www.youtube.com/embed/h9mEldyVpWA473https://my.truevi.com/watch/c_F5vT9fhxMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/c_F5vT9fhxM/hqdefault.jpgHeaven: True or false quizThis video features a fun and interactive true or false quiz about common beliefs and biblical truths regarding heaven. The quiz challenges preconceived notions and explores what the Bible says about the afterlife, including angels, marriage, and the presence of Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c_F5vT9fhxM5823https://my.truevi.com/watch/X57KH1P8bXkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/X57KH1P8bXk/hqdefault.jpgFreedom in Christ: Called to love, obey, and walk by the SpiritThis message explores the concept of freedom in Christ as presented in Galatians 5:13-18. It defines true freedom as liberation from the curse of the law and sin, leading to a life of love, obedience, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. The speaker emphasizes that this freedom is not an opportunity for the flesh but a call to serve one another.https://www.youtube.com/embed/X57KH1P8bXk1984https://my.truevi.com/watch/n9RxdyZsxqghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/n9RxdyZsxqg/hqdefault.jpgAlistair Begg discusses his long-term ministry at Parkside Church and the importance of divine enablAlistair Begg reflects on his 36 years of pastoring Parkside Church, highlighting the unique benefits of long-term ministry and the necessity of divine enablement for preachers. He shares insights into sermon preparation, the role of his wife in his ministry, and the development of Truth For Life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/n9RxdyZsxqg2530https://my.truevi.com/watch/bnUbHQhwmN8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bnUbHQhwmN8/hqdefault.jpgJesus is the sender of the stormThis message explores why Jesus sends storms into our lives. It delves into four reasons: new direction, correction, protection, and nurturing perfection, drawing from biblical accounts in John, Mark, and Matthew.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bnUbHQhwmN85117https://my.truevi.com/watch/pU9MmgUMwukhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pU9MmgUMwuk/hqdefault.jpgThe greater purpose of sanctificationThis theological message explores the purpose of sanctification beyond individual benefit, emphasizing its role in reflecting God's character to the world. It argues that sanctification is essential for glorifying God and for the church to effectively bear witness to His nature.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pU9MmgUMwuk2804https://my.truevi.com/watch/gS6JNx5MfdAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/gS6JNx5MfdA/hqdefault.jpgJordan Bush on money, Bitcoin, and God as a cryptographerJordan Bush, executive director of Thank God for Bitcoin, discusses his background and how he came to understand money. He explains Bitcoin's origins and its connection to the concept of digital scarcity, contrasting it with fiat currency. Bush also explores the idea of God as a cryptographer, relating it to biblical prophecy and the hidden nature of truth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gS6JNx5MfdA4590https://my.truevi.com/watch/4yx2VFfD6x4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4yx2VFfD6x4/hqdefault.jpgEzekiel: Can life come out of death?This video explores the book of Ezekiel, highlighting its relevance to moments when life feels broken and makes no sense. It examines how Ezekiel addresses the ultimate biblical question of whether life can emerge from death, offering hope in seemingly depressing circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4yx2VFfD6x4333https://my.truevi.com/watch/JzqnGa1VDHwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/JzqnGa1VDHw/hqdefault.jpgRomans 10: The Holy Spirit and the Word of ChristThis sermon explores Romans chapter 10, emphasizing the Holy Spirit's role in bringing God's Word to life and helping believers apply it. It highlights that faith comes from hearing and hearing by the Word of Christ, which is essential for salvation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/JzqnGa1VDHw2439https://my.truevi.com/watch/bGcb9ksoCw0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bGcb9ksoCw0/hqdefault.jpgThe Christian and Missionary Alliance: History, leadership, and diversityDr. John Stumbo, president of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, discusses the denomination's origins, its global reach, and the daily responsibilities of his role. He also addresses the importance of diversity in leadership within the organization.https://www.youtube.com/embed/bGcb9ksoCw03625https://my.truevi.com/watch/HDr3qa2xpxshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HDr3qa2xpxs/hqdefault.jpgManasseh: The longest reigning king of JudahThis video introduces Manasseh, the longest-reigning king of Judah, who ruled for 55 years. It details his evil practices, including rebuilding high places, erecting altars to Baals and Asherah poles, and worshipping starry hosts. The message highlights Manasseh's descent into detestable practices, even sacrificing his children and practicing divination and witchcraft.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HDr3qa2xpxs5599https://my.truevi.com/watch/O_mShUzKyrMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_mShUzKyrM/hqdefault.jpgPersecution in Revelation: A pastoral purpose for suffering believersThis message explores the book of Revelation, emphasizing its pastoral purpose for suffering believers. It delves into the nature of persecution faced by early Christians, the reality of evil, and God's sovereignty and protection amidst suffering. The speaker highlights the call to perseverance and God's ultimate justice and judgment.https://www.youtube.com/embed/O_mShUzKyrM2400https://my.truevi.com/watch/f-RuqrJVyYIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/f-RuqrJVyYI/hqdefault.jpgPsalm 38: David's penitence and God's salvationThis Lenten service explores Psalm 38, a penitential psalm where David confesses his sin and seeks God's mercy. The sermon highlights David as an example of penitence, turning to God despite his guilt and circumstances, and draws parallels to Jesus' ultimate trust in God amidst suffering.https://www.youtube.com/embed/f-RuqrJVyYI2443https://my.truevi.com/watch/sPrrD0FQDuEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/sPrrD0FQDuE/hqdefault.jpgLiving a life in a different laneThis sermon explores the biblical call to live a distinct and holy life, different from the world's ways. Drawing from 1 Peter 1, it emphasizes living in light of our future hope, our new identity in Christ, and after the pattern of God's holiness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/sPrrD0FQDuE1422https://my.truevi.com/watch/ulSfnZ0firQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ulSfnZ0firQ/hqdefault.jpgThe wrath of God is revealed from heavenThis sermon introduces a new section in Romans, focusing on verses 1:18-20. It explains that the wrath of God is not like human anger but is his righteous opposition to all unholiness, revealed in the present through various means, including God giving people over to their sins.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ulSfnZ0firQ2844https://my.truevi.com/watch/iZRCx0db6OIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iZRCx0db6OI/hqdefault.jpgRelational debt and its destructive power in marriageThis message explores how relational debt, distinct from financial debt, can weaken and destroy marriages. It examines how holding onto wrongs creates a sense of superiority and entitlement, hindering forgiveness. The speaker emphasizes that love in marriage is about willing self-sacrifice, not demand or entitlement.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iZRCx0db6OI422https://my.truevi.com/watch/UPoW1cZhE_chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UPoW1cZhE_c/hqdefault.jpgJesus encounters: Go out where it is deeperThis message explores Jesus' encounter with Simon Peter, focusing on the command to go into deeper waters for a catch. It highlights how Jesus often calls us when we feel empty and encourages us to trust His direction, even when it seems counterintuitive to our own efforts and experiences.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UPoW1cZhE_c3671https://my.truevi.com/watch/cLUU-UF-_kUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cLUU-UF-_kU/hqdefault.jpgThe name of Jesus is above every nameThis Easter sermon emphasizes the unique power and significance of the name of Jesus. It highlights how this name has profoundly impacted world history, brought salvation, and continues to transform lives, offering hope and healing.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cLUU-UF-_kU4090https://my.truevi.com/watch/Zq-KjBLSgyshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Zq-KjBLSgys/hqdefault.jpgWhat will you do with Jesus?This sermon explores the various contemporary perceptions of Jesus, from political and therapeutic to cultural and consumerist. It challenges listeners to move beyond these limited views and confront the vital question of their personal response to the true Jesus as revealed in scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Zq-KjBLSgys5010https://my.truevi.com/watch/gbwpYuUmmq4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gbwpYuUmmq4/hqdefault.jpgDeath defeated: The resurrection changes everythingThis sermon explores the profound impact of Christ's resurrection, asserting that it transforms everything for believers. It highlights how the resurrection defeats death, empowers faith, and offers freedom from sin.https://www.youtube.com/embed/gbwpYuUmmq46309https://my.truevi.com/watch/AXm7SL3P78Ahttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/AXm7SL3P78A/hqdefault.jpgSeeking first the kingdom of God and his righteousnessThis sermon explores Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6:25-34, urging believers not to be anxious about future needs like food and clothing. Instead, it calls them to prioritize God's kingdom and righteousness, trusting that legitimate needs will be provided. The message emphasizes that believers are citizens of an eternal kingdom, called to a purpose beyond worldly concerns.https://www.youtube.com/embed/AXm7SL3P78A3123https://my.truevi.com/watch/aRu--dEU4Wchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aRu--dEU4Wc/hqdefault.jpgDistinguishing divine creation from divine conservationThis discussion clarifies the theological distinction between God's initial act of creation and His ongoing conservation of the world. It explains why classifying conservation as a type of creation is misleading and introduces the concept of occasionalism as a contrasting view. The presentation also addresses the implications for personal identity and free will.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aRu--dEU4Wc1943https://my.truevi.com/watch/Tc1IaEnzy-Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Tc1IaEnzy-Q/hqdefault.jpgChrist is king over creation and the rock of our salvationThis sermon explores Psalm 95, highlighting Christ's sovereignty over creation and His role as the steadfast rock of salvation. It calls believers to worship, honor, trust, and faithfully follow the King, drawing lessons from the Israelites' wilderness journey.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Tc1IaEnzy-Q1917https://my.truevi.com/watch/sZgiqkdu-o8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sZgiqkdu-o8/hqdefault.jpgJesus's questions and our responsesPastor Wayne Cordeiro discusses three questions Jesus asked his disciples, including Peter, and how those questions apply to believers today. He emphasizes that knowing the right answers is not enough; we must live them out and apply them to our lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/sZgiqkdu-o81820https://my.truevi.com/watch/xAwWPUbnvGYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xAwWPUbnvGY/hqdefault.jpgThe unknown God is no longer unknownThis sermon explores the human search for meaning and God's self-revelation through Jesus Christ. It contrasts general revelation, where God is glimpsed in creation and culture, with special revelation, where God is decisively known through the resurrection and indwelling Spirit, offering peace and relationship.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xAwWPUbnvGY4765https://my.truevi.com/watch/t-zbQAkdDTchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/t-zbQAkdDTc/hqdefault.jpgThe problem of evil: The role of love and character developmentThis episode continues a series on the problem of evil, focusing on two additional factors: the definition of love and the role of character development. It explores how a proper understanding of love, including "tough love," and the necessity of suffering for virtues like courage and compassion, can help reconcile God's existence with the presence of evil.https://www.youtube.com/embed/t-zbQAkdDTc1681https://my.truevi.com/watch/A9i9LnfU1NMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/A9i9LnfU1NM/hqdefault.jpgGod's plan A: You are a conduit of his spiritThis message explores the idea that believers are God's plan A for reaching the world. It encourages individuals to be conduits of God's spirit, allowing His will to move through their lives to impact others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/A9i9LnfU1NM5787https://my.truevi.com/watch/DySgtB235Bshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DySgtB235Bs/hqdefault.jpgJohn MacArthur explains the human heart's role in societal breakdownTodd Friel discusses John MacArthur's perspective on the Charlottesville events, highlighting how the human heart's wickedness, coupled with the breakdown of conscience, family, and policing, leads to societal chaos. The solution for Christians is to address their own partiality by studying Jesus, while the world needs regeneration through the Gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DySgtB235Bs682https://my.truevi.com/watch/m95eX-3IXcAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/m95eX-3IXcA/hqdefault.jpgWhy eyewitness accounts of the same event will always differAn experienced homicide detective explains that eyewitnesses never fully agree on details, even for recent events. He illustrates how the order of interviews and the separation of witnesses impact the consistency of their accounts. This natural variation is then applied to understanding differences found in the Gospels.https://www.youtube.com/embed/m95eX-3IXcA713https://my.truevi.com/watch/mI6QVTeUt7chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/mI6QVTeUt7c/hqdefault.jpgWhat you are really looking for: Jesus is the answerGreg Laurie explains that people are on a quest for meaning, often seeking fulfillment in wealth, fame, or possessions, but these pursuits ultimately lead to emptiness. He presents Jesus as the answer to life's big questions and the one who can fill the void in our hearts, offering forgiveness and eternal life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mI6QVTeUt7c1651https://my.truevi.com/watch/5-sqXmD5uQYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5-sqXmD5uQY/hqdefault.jpgLa sabiduría de Dios versus la sabiduría humanaEste mensaje explora la distinción entre la sabiduría de Dios y la sabiduría humana, basándose en 1 Corintios 1:18-24 y Santiago 3:13-18. Se enfatiza que la sabiduría divina es pura, pacífica y llena de buenos frutos, mientras que la sabiduría terrenal puede llevar a la confusión y la rivalidad. La predicación de la cruz, que parece locura para el mundo, es el poder y la sabiduría de Dios para los creyentes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5-sqXmD5uQY2466https://my.truevi.com/watch/FlTtSivdaEEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FlTtSivdaEE/hqdefault.jpgGod was with Joseph in providential preserving, persistent temptation, and for a purposeThis sermon explores the story of Joseph in Genesis 39, highlighting how God was with him through various trials. It examines God's providential preservation, Joseph's resistance to persistent temptation, and the ultimate purpose behind his imprisonment. The message encourages listeners to find meaning and learn about God even in challenging circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FlTtSivdaEE4046https://my.truevi.com/watch/I2IKyw5YQEIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/I2IKyw5YQEI/hqdefault.jpgThe Holy Spirit leads to repentance, generosity, and bold prayerThis program explores three practical ways the Holy Spirit transforms believers: leading them to repentance, empowering them for radical generosity, and inspiring them to pray together with boldness. Drawing lessons from the book of Acts, it highlights how the indwelling Spirit enables Christians to live out God's will.https://www.youtube.com/embed/I2IKyw5YQEI1644https://my.truevi.com/watch/hYs78gQbCxchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hYs78gQbCxc/hqdefault.jpg21 days of prayer and fasting for a new yearPastor David Daly introduces a 21-day period of prayer and fasting for the new year, emphasizing that prayer changes individuals and helps reset perspectives. He explains that fasting is not about changing God's mind but about changing ourselves, breaking spiritual barriers, and making space for God to move in our lives.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hYs78gQbCxc4054https://my.truevi.com/watch/aPo79TlmgFYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aPo79TlmgFY/hqdefault.jpgFacing giants with spiritual perspective, practical faith, and intentional focusThis message explores how to confront life's challenges, or "giants," by adopting a spiritual perspective, exercising practical faith in God, and maintaining an intentional focus on God's glory. Drawing parallels from the biblical account of David and Goliath, it emphasizes seeing problems as God sees them and trusting in His power.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aPo79TlmgFY1783https://my.truevi.com/watch/EhmKdENpHoshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/EhmKdENpHos/hqdefault.jpgGod's family welcomes everyone, including the messed upThis message explores how God's genealogy in the Bible demonstrates that all people, regardless of their past or present circumstances, are welcome in His family. It highlights that God intentionally includes diverse individuals, even those considered "messed up," to show His inclusive love and desire for everyone to be part of His kingdom.https://www.youtube.com/embed/EhmKdENpHos301https://my.truevi.com/watch/HQnZQoX4T-khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HQnZQoX4T-k/hqdefault.jpgWilliam Lane Craig on Molinism and middle knowledgeWilliam Lane Craig introduces Molinism, a theological view named after 16th-century Jesuit theologian Luis de Molina. He explains how Molina sought to reconcile divine sovereignty and human freedom, particularly through the concept of middle knowledge. Craig details the three types of divine knowledge: natural, free, and middle knowledge, emphasizing middle knowledge's role in God's providential planning.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HQnZQoX4T-k2511https://my.truevi.com/watch/89fGkf5f-Lshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/89fGkf5f-Ls/hqdefault.jpgLawlessness and the George Floyd situationTom Ascol discusses the death of George Floyd and the subsequent riots, framing them within a biblical understanding of lawlessness. He examines the abuse of authority by the police officer and the lawless response of rioters, emphasizing the need for a return to God's standards and the gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/89fGkf5f-Ls2320https://my.truevi.com/watch/4XAWo46nIYYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4XAWo46nIYY/hqdefault.jpgGod's anger is an extension of his holinessThis discussion explores the nature of God's anger, asserting that it is not a flaw but rather an application and extension of his perfect holiness. The conversation uses Genesis 3 to illustrate how God's anger is measured, controlled, and ultimately drives future hope and good outcomes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4XAWo46nIYY6812https://my.truevi.com/watch/cTCZ0pGZUq4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cTCZ0pGZUq4/hqdefault.jpgFour ingredients of joy: Thanksgiving, prayer, partnership, and God's faithfulnessThis sermon explores four essential ingredients for experiencing joy, drawing insights from the Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians. It emphasizes the importance of choosing grateful remembrance, consistent prayer for people, partnership in the gospel, and trusting in God's faithfulness to complete the good work He started.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cTCZ0pGZUq44648https://my.truevi.com/watch/FquphCACiAwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FquphCACiAw/hqdefault.jpgThe command to evangelizeThis segment discusses the biblical command for all Christians to evangelize, refuting the idea that only some are "called" to it. It emphasizes that the Great Commission applies to every believer, regardless of perceived gifting or personal feelings.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FquphCACiAw1741https://my.truevi.com/watch/AH2O-pCNyzshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/AH2O-pCNyzs/hqdefault.jpgHow to have spiritual conversations: Get close and ask questionsThis message explores two key principles for initiating spiritual conversations, drawing lessons from Jesus' interaction with the Samaritan woman in John 4. It emphasizes the importance of proximity and genuine inquiry in engaging with others about faith.https://www.youtube.com/embed/AH2O-pCNyzs4542https://my.truevi.com/watch/agQ9_a_2llEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/agQ9_a_2llE/hqdefault.jpgWhy all sin is not the sameThis video explains why the idea that "all sin is the same" is biblically incorrect and dangerous. It uses scriptural examples to demonstrate that God punishes different sins differently, and that some sins are considered greater than others. The discussion also clarifies the meaning of James 2:10 regarding breaking the law.https://www.youtube.com/embed/agQ9_a_2llE4575https://my.truevi.com/watch/fl1bQdHfac0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fl1bQdHfac0/hqdefault.jpgJosh Harris's deconversion and the unshakeable nature of salvationThis segment addresses Josh Harris's announcement of deconversion, emphasizing that if he is no longer professing faith, he was never truly a believer. It asserts that genuine salvation, once granted, cannot be lost, as God's work is unchangeable and no one can separate a true believer from God's love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/fl1bQdHfac0669https://my.truevi.com/watch/PzHFXHM4FpIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PzHFXHM4FpI/hqdefault.jpgHow the church should live in light of the gospelThis sermon explores how the church should live in light of the gospel, drawing from Romans 12:1. It emphasizes presenting our bodies as a living sacrifice vocationally and relationally, as a spiritual act of worship. The message highlights that this involves embodying gospel realities in our daily lives and interactions within the church and the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PzHFXHM4FpI2364https://my.truevi.com/watch/Zne80-oQm04https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Zne80-oQm04/hqdefault.jpgBritish police attempt to stop an open-air preacher in LondonThis video documents an incident in London, Great Britain, where police officers attempt to shut down a young man engaged in open-air preaching. The police intervention is prompted by a complaint from a passerby who was offended by the preacher's words, which included scripture readings.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Zne80-oQm04524https://my.truevi.com/watch/BNGLY6m4Zeohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BNGLY6m4Zeo/hqdefault.jpgJesus responds to John the Baptist's question about his identityJohn the Baptist, imprisoned and questioning, sends his disciples to ask Jesus if he is the Messiah. Jesus responds by demonstrating his power through healing and referencing Old Testament prophecies, offering assurance without shaming John's honest doubt.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BNGLY6m4Zeo4681https://my.truevi.com/watch/UMExtC5gWJQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UMExtC5gWJQ/hqdefault.jpgSouthern Baptists' pro-life advocacy at the 2026 March for LifeThis podcast episode features interviews with Dr. Dub Oliver and Jason Marlin, who reflect on their experiences at the 2026 March for Life in Washington D.C. They discuss the importance of Southern Baptists' commitment to protecting pre-born lives, rooted in the biblical understanding of human dignity, and the need to educate and equip the next generation on pro-life issues.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UMExtC5gWJQ1673https://my.truevi.com/watch/yMhro-7zoCIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/yMhro-7zoCI/hqdefault.jpgWorship as a lifestyle, not just a songThis message explores the true meaning of worship, moving beyond a 15-minute song set to encompass a lifestyle of devotion. It emphasizes that worship is a focus, a mindset, and a way of treating others, as exemplified by Mary anointing Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/yMhro-7zoCI2749https://my.truevi.com/watch/D9KV1wPO7WUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/D9KV1wPO7WU/hqdefault.jpgDaily devotional: Boasting in weakness and Christ's strengthThis devotional reflects on Paul's boasting of his weaknesses in 2 Corinthians 11, contrasting it with common expectations for a 'good life.' It encourages listeners to consider their own areas of weakness and invite God's presence, recognizing that Christ's strength is made perfect in weakness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/D9KV1wPO7WU799https://my.truevi.com/watch/DQnoJBDRI_Yhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DQnoJBDRI_Y/hqdefault.jpgThe A.C.T.S. prayer model: Adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and supplicationThis video introduces the A.C.T.S. prayer model as a tool to help believers pray more holistically. It explains how this acronym, representing adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and supplication, can strengthen one's prayer life by guiding them through different aspects of prayer. The model is presented as a flexible framework, not a rigid rule, designed to encourage a balanced approach to communicating with God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DQnoJBDRI_Y690https://my.truevi.com/watch/KM1_x4pMkAUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/KM1_x4pMkAU/hqdefault.jpgThe parable of the wedding feast: A warning against presumptionThis sermon explores Jesus' parable of the wedding feast from Matthew 22, highlighting its two main parts: the invited guests who refused to come and the guest who came unprepared. The parable serves as a warning against presumption, both for those who disregard the invitation and those who approach God on their own terms.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KM1_x4pMkAU2631https://my.truevi.com/watch/cAupbaAAaBUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/cAupbaAAaBU/hqdefault.jpgFractals as a glimpse into the mind of GodThis segment explores how fractals, with their infinitely repeating patterns and intricate design, offer a profound glimpse into the mind of God. The discussion highlights how these complex mathematical visualizations reveal God's staggering intellect and consistent design in the universe, prompting a deeper reverence for His majesty.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cAupbaAAaBU706https://my.truevi.com/watch/xLHSV-AT_vMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/xLHSV-AT_vM/hqdefault.jpgThe work of God in Ephesians 2:1-10This sermon explores Ephesians 2:1-10, highlighting humanity's spiritual state before Christ as dead, disobedient, depraved, and doomed. It then contrasts this with God's work of salvation, emphasizing that through His rich mercy and great love, He makes us alive in Christ by grace through faith, not by works.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xLHSV-AT_vM3017https://my.truevi.com/watch/Q-2ke5HV0JYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q-2ke5HV0JY/hqdefault.jpgCommunion with Presbyterians and church membershipTodd Friel addresses questions regarding taking communion with Presbyterians and whether a Presbyterian can join a Baptist church. He also discusses the significance of leavened versus unleavened bread in communion.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q-2ke5HV0JY667https://my.truevi.com/watch/FsJh7AKCpr8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FsJh7AKCpr8/hqdefault.jpgHow the Bible became one big bookThis episode investigates how the Bible, originally written on scrolls and tablets, was compiled into 66 books. It explores the five questions scholars used to determine which writings were inspired by God and should be included in the canon.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FsJh7AKCpr8821https://my.truevi.com/watch/f2nHGlPAs6whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/f2nHGlPAs6w/hqdefault.jpgDoug Wilson's opening statement on the exhaustive sovereignty of GodDoug Wilson presents his opening statement in a debate on whether Calvinism is biblical. He argues for the exhaustive sovereignty of God, asserting that God's decree governs all things at both macro and micro levels, creating freedom rather than fatalism. Wilson illustrates this with the analogy of Shakespeare and Hamlet, emphasizing that God's will does not displace human will but creates it.https://www.youtube.com/embed/f2nHGlPAs6w5012https://my.truevi.com/watch/yT3NMrqM4d0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yT3NMrqM4d0/hqdefault.jpgRising from the rubble through faith in JesusThis message encourages listeners to rise from life's challenges and return to faith in Jesus. It highlights that Jesus can bring new life and a new start, even in times of devastation and loss. The speaker shares testimonies of individuals who experienced healing and provision by trusting God amidst difficult circumstances.https://www.youtube.com/embed/yT3NMrqM4d02299https://my.truevi.com/watch/d0OX3aj1uYghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/d0OX3aj1uYg/hqdefault.jpgReal living is walking with GodJohn Payne shares his journey of discovering what real living means, especially after an ALS diagnosis. He explains how this life-altering event shifted his perspective, leading him to prioritize his walk with God above all else. This experience transformed his understanding of God's love and purpose for his life.https://www.youtube.com/embed/d0OX3aj1uYg2109https://my.truevi.com/watch/YLzRyIoeIVohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YLzRyIoeIVo/hqdefault.jpgGoing over the top like a ChristianThis message explores the historical Christmas Truce of World War I, where soldiers from opposing sides laid down their weapons to share gifts and camaraderie. It draws a parallel to the Christian's call to respond to conflict with love and gentleness, rather than hatred and aggression, even in the face of spiritual warfare.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YLzRyIoeIVo2628https://my.truevi.com/watch/QwICNZI_i7khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QwICNZI_i7k/hqdefault.jpgGod is one: Divine unity and simplicityThis sermon explores the attribute of God's Oneness as revealed in Deuteronomy 6:4, emphasizing that there is only one God (Divine Unity) and that God is not made of parts but is perfectly one in his nature (Divine Simplicity). It highlights how this truth influences our understanding of God's attributes and our worship.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QwICNZI_i7k2786https://my.truevi.com/watch/qJMQ8SFm0f0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qJMQ8SFm0f0/hqdefault.jpgA woman's journey to repentance after reading "Hell's Best-Kept Secret"This segment shares a woman's testimony of how reading Ray Comfort's book, "Hell's Best-Kept Secret," led her to understand and embrace true repentance. Initially resistant and prideful, she recounts her transformation from a worldly existence to a genuine relationship with Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/qJMQ8SFm0f0679https://my.truevi.com/watch/SDVREX-w3Dwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/SDVREX-w3Dw/hqdefault.jpgWorship at home: The grace of God is sufficient for youPastor Anthony reminds the congregation that God's grace is sufficient for all, even when feeling unworthy or tired. He encourages listeners to be renewed in their service, compassion, and sense of call, knowing that God's grace will sustain them through challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/SDVREX-w3Dw2613https://my.truevi.com/watch/c86y0LL7mUshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/c86y0LL7mUs/hqdefault.jpgThe cleansing power of bloodThis message explores the concept of 'detox' through the lens of blood, both physically and spiritually. It delves into the biological functions of blood in sustaining life and cleansing the body, drawing parallels to the atoning and cleansing power of Jesus' blood for spiritual life and purification.https://www.youtube.com/embed/c86y0LL7mUs1986https://my.truevi.com/watch/77QBzt1KyMMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/77QBzt1KyMM/hqdefault.jpgCanadian Bill C-4 and the criminalization of biblical sexualityThis discussion features Canadian pastors Andrew DeBartolo and Mike Thiessen, who explain the implications of Canada's Bill C-4. They detail how the bill's preamble defines biblical views on gender and sexuality as "myth and stereotype," effectively criminalizing the promotion of traditional Christian beliefs. The conversation highlights the urgent need for churches to uphold biblical truth in the face of legislative challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/77QBzt1KyMM2563https://my.truevi.com/watch/MFSEa_FwOM8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MFSEa_FwOM8/hqdefault.jpgPsalm 145: The greatness and grace of GodThis message explores Psalm 145, the final Psalm of David, which is a song of praise. The speaker divides the Psalm into two parts: an extended call to praise and the causes for praise, focusing on God's character, kingdom, care, kindness, compassion, and keeping. The message emphasizes that God's greatness is unsearchable and that His character remains fixed, yet His works explode with every generation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/MFSEa_FwOM81943https://my.truevi.com/watch/1JjiClztcwQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/1JjiClztcwQ/hqdefault.jpgApologetics and the doctrine of scriptureThis presentation explores the unique apologetic approach of Westminster Theological Seminary, focusing on the doctrine of scripture. It discusses the development of a reformed theological apologetic, emphasizing God's condescension in revelation as the basis for knowing Him and ourselves.https://www.youtube.com/embed/1JjiClztcwQ477https://my.truevi.com/watch/iZ_qGUmJp4Qhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iZ_qGUmJp4Q/hqdefault.jpgGod's providence in the midst of sorrowThis message explores the biblical account of Herod's massacre of the innocents and the flight to Egypt, highlighting God's sovereign protection and provision for His Son. It acknowledges the reality of sorrow and suffering in the world, while affirming God's ultimate control and the hope found in His promises.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iZ_qGUmJp4Q1655https://my.truevi.com/watch/wqzZC1gMRiEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wqzZC1gMRiE/hqdefault.jpgA former abortion counselor's journey to faith and advocacyKristen, a former abortion counselor, shares her personal journey from working in two abortion clinics to becoming a Christian and an advocate for life. She recounts pivotal experiences, including a second-trimester abortion procedure that profoundly changed her perspective, and discusses how her past informs her current work in post-abortion healing and compassionate dialogue.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wqzZC1gMRiE2959https://my.truevi.com/watch/5hk424Gvp7chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5hk424Gvp7c/hqdefault.jpgThe Christian story as a foundation for flourishing relationshipsThis message explores how the overarching Christian narrative, from creation to eschaton, provides a foundational understanding for life and relationships. It emphasizes that being rooted in God's story helps discern what belongs in our lives and offers meaning beyond individualistic pursuits.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5hk424Gvp7c761https://my.truevi.com/watch/6X1TMAPpSn8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6X1TMAPpSn8/hqdefault.jpgWhat kind of heart does God revive?This video explores the question of what kind of heart God revives, drawing from Isaiah 57:15. It discusses the importance of humility as a key to unlocking revival and encourages personal reflection on one's own heart condition.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6X1TMAPpSn83371https://my.truevi.com/watch/uJcu40w34e4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uJcu40w34e4/hqdefault.jpgThe fire from heaven we needThis sermon explores the biblical account of Elijah on Mount Carmel, emphasizing the necessity of earnest prayer and unity for experiencing God's power. The speaker highlights how God uses unusual events to call people to prayer and how true revival is contingent on His people positioning themselves through prayer.https://www.youtube.com/embed/uJcu40w34e44363https://my.truevi.com/watch/_wAg2qOXO0chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/_wAg2qOXO0c/hqdefault.jpgDescending into greatness: The great commandment, commission, and compassionThis message explores the concept of greatness as defined by God, focusing on the intersection of the great commandment, the great commission, and great compassion. It encourages listeners to surrender to love and make an impact by living out these principles.https://www.youtube.com/embed/_wAg2qOXO0c5913https://my.truevi.com/watch/OrabTLXMuuohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/OrabTLXMuuo/hqdefault.jpgThe law of citizenship and the law of love in the abortion debateThis message explores the abortion debate through the lens of Christian citizenship and love. It examines the scientific and biblical understanding of life's beginning, the impact of abortion on individuals and society, and offers Christian responses beyond political arguments.https://www.youtube.com/embed/OrabTLXMuuo4540https://my.truevi.com/watch/84_NuLF1tXYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/84_NuLF1tXY/hqdefault.jpgThe relationship between philosophy and theologyDr. William Lane Craig discusses the definitions and distinctions between philosophy and theology, including various branches of theology like systematic and philosophical theology. He also addresses the role of reason and scripture in understanding Christian doctrine.https://www.youtube.com/embed/84_NuLF1tXY2431https://my.truevi.com/watch/PLOH0nj-Zjshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PLOH0nj-Zjs/hqdefault.jpgRemember your creator before your youth leaves, your body fails, or your time comesThis sermon from Ecclesiastes 12:1-8 exhorts listeners to remember their Creator before the inevitable decline of youth and body, and before the unknown timing of death. It emphasizes that remembering the Creator means relying on Jesus Christ, giving thanks to God, and patiently awaiting the promised new creation.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PLOH0nj-Zjs1904https://my.truevi.com/watch/WDVzT6VEO9chttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/WDVzT6VEO9c/hqdefault.jpgThe historicity of Adam and Eve and its implications for Christian theologyThis video explores the biblical teaching on Adam and Eve as historical figures, examining how Jesus and Paul affirmed their historicity. It discusses the profound theological implications of rejecting a historical Adam and Eve, particularly concerning the doctrines of sin, salvation, and the authority of Scripture.https://www.youtube.com/embed/WDVzT6VEO9c3927https://my.truevi.com/watch/2fmA6QXfXQYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2fmA6QXfXQY/hqdefault.jpgWalking in truthThis message explores what it means to walk in truth, emphasizing that truth should shape and guide one's worldview, values, and beliefs. It also highlights the importance of Christlike love as a distinguishing quality and how truth and love result in obedience to God's commandments.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2fmA6QXfXQY2060https://my.truevi.com/watch/DjezEZ-Csskhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/DjezEZ-Cssk/hqdefault.jpgThe value of life and God's redemptive purpose in sufferingLaura and Fausto Gonzalez share their story of transformation, from choosing abortion to embracing God's view of life. They discuss how God can use suffering for redemptive purposes and how their hearts were changed to value children as a gift from the Lord. Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth then challenges listeners to evaluate if they truly value all human life as precious.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DjezEZ-Cssk1497https://my.truevi.com/watch/uBFTSD_atRAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/uBFTSD_atRA/hqdefault.jpgThe collective gospel identityThis sermon explores Ephesians 2:11-22, highlighting how the blood of Christ creates a single collective identity for all believers. It emphasizes that this identity transcends diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities, uniting them in Jesus while destroying hostility, not diversity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/uBFTSD_atRA4788https://my.truevi.com/watch/YPcAw5Y8HSwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/YPcAw5Y8HSw/hqdefault.jpgNehemiah 5: Internal struggles and the call to unityThis sermon explores Nehemiah chapter 5, where the focus shifts from external opposition to internal struggles within the Jewish community. It highlights the challenges of selfishness and greed among God's people and Nehemiah's response to these internal conflicts. The message emphasizes the importance of unity, sacrifice, and serving one another to pursue God's call.https://www.youtube.com/embed/YPcAw5Y8HSw2173https://my.truevi.com/watch/Y0079FRj1zohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y0079FRj1zo/hqdefault.jpgJesus corrects the Sadducees' misunderstanding of scripture and God's powerPastor Jim Thomas examines Mark 12:18-27, where Jesus confronts the Sadducees' challenge regarding marriage in the afterlife. Jesus highlights their failure to understand both the scriptures and the power of God, emphasizing the nature of the resurrection and God's identity as the God of the living.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y0079FRj1zo1511https://my.truevi.com/watch/aDFM2wNpytEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/aDFM2wNpytE/hqdefault.jpgThe authority of kingdom disciplesThis sermon explores the concept of discipleship, emphasizing that disciples are individuals who live under God's rules and reflect His authority in their daily lives. It highlights that all authority belongs to God, and through a relationship with Jesus, disciples are empowered to exercise that authority in the world.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aDFM2wNpytE2363https://my.truevi.com/watch/0yvov471hewhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/0yvov471hew/hqdefault.jpgAgreeing to disagree: Five principles for navigating differencesThis message explores five principles for navigating disagreements, drawing insights from Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman in John chapter 4. It emphasizes humility, finding common ground, following one's conscience, avoiding dogmatism on disputable matters, and loving others unexpectedly.https://www.youtube.com/embed/0yvov471hew2242https://my.truevi.com/watch/xy-iGqub6I0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xy-iGqub6I0/hqdefault.jpgAlistair Begg on worship leaders asking, "How's everybody feeling?"Todd Friel shares Alistair Begg's critique of worship leaders who open services by asking congregants how they feel. Begg argues that worship should be rooted in theological knowledge rather than manipulated emotions, emphasizing that true worship flows from understanding God's truth.https://www.youtube.com/embed/xy-iGqub6I0537https://my.truevi.com/watch/oJq-4-u6VPwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/oJq-4-u6VPw/hqdefault.jpgA man is told he is not allowed to talk to ChristiansA man shares his belief in God and the Bible, but admits he is not a "Bible freaker." He is challenged to consider his standing before God based on the Ten Commandments and the sacrifice of Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/oJq-4-u6VPw581https://my.truevi.com/watch/QxDzNCJAzOkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/QxDzNCJAzOk/hqdefault.jpgCultural engagement, storytelling, and community: Living out God's callingThis session explores how Christians are created for cultural engagement, storytelling, and community. Speakers discuss navigating personal identity and purpose amidst global challenges, drawing on biblical examples and personal experiences to illustrate how to live out God's calling in various life stages and cultural contexts.https://www.youtube.com/embed/QxDzNCJAzOk7386https://my.truevi.com/watch/pt2q1WeC5wshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/pt2q1WeC5ws/hqdefault.jpgThe retribution principle in the Book of JobThis segment explores the retribution principle, the idea that good things happen to good people and bad things happen to bad people. It examines how this principle is debated in the Book of Job by Job and his three friends, Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, and how it relates to their understanding of God's character and Job's suffering.https://www.youtube.com/embed/pt2q1WeC5ws4151https://my.truevi.com/watch/Iqn2tgd1IgMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Iqn2tgd1IgM/hqdefault.jpgGod is a good creatorThis message explores the intentional and strategic nature of God's creation, emphasizing that every individual is uniquely made in His image for a specific purpose. It encourages listeners to embrace their God-given identity and strengths, even in the face of weaknesses, recognizing that God's power is made perfect in weakness.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Iqn2tgd1IgM4737https://my.truevi.com/watch/3_UvbkB3LGkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3_UvbkB3LGk/hqdefault.jpgThe reality of spiritual influences in our livesThis message explores the biblical truth that spiritual forces, both good and bad, exert influence on our daily lives. It challenges the tendency to diminish the reality of a spiritual dimension beyond our physical senses and encourages a renewed understanding of God's word as authoritative in this area.https://www.youtube.com/embed/3_UvbkB3LGk3228https://my.truevi.com/watch/CI23cTSz8E4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CI23cTSz8E4/hqdefault.jpgPeter's sermon on the day of PentecostThis sermon explores Peter's address on the day of Pentecost, where he explains the outpouring of the Holy Spirit by quoting the prophet Joel. Peter proclaims that Jesus, whom they crucified, has been made both Lord and Christ, and that everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CI23cTSz8E42550https://my.truevi.com/watch/DSB22qO9os8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DSB22qO9os8/hqdefault.jpgDecisions regarding Jesus and the parable of the sowerThis sermon explores the parable of the sower from Luke chapter 8, emphasizing the importance of carefully listening to God's word and putting it into practice. The message highlights that Jesus's true family are those who hear and obey, challenging listeners to consider their own decisions regarding Jesus in a world that often rejects biblical values.https://www.youtube.com/embed/DSB22qO9os83322https://my.truevi.com/watch/aw1W_mYHKt4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aw1W_mYHKt4/hqdefault.jpgTodd Harper on biblical stewardship and the impact of generosityTodd Harper of Generous Giving discusses the importance of biblical stewardship and how generosity can lead to an abundant life. He shares his personal testimony and explores how a focus on kingdom impact, rather than personal accumulation, brings meaning and joy.https://www.youtube.com/embed/aw1W_mYHKt42348https://my.truevi.com/watch/RPKQ1h_GFFohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/RPKQ1h_GFFo/hqdefault.jpgGod's love: Ever ancient, ever newThis sermon explores the enduring nature of God's love, present from the beginning and continually revealed. It emphasizes that God's love, though ancient, is experienced anew each day, calling believers to respond to this grace.https://www.youtube.com/embed/RPKQ1h_GFFo4351https://my.truevi.com/watch/-sNndphNUDEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-sNndphNUDE/hqdefault.jpgAddressing negative realities in ministryThis chapel podcast from Dallas Theological Seminary discusses how to navigate the negative realities that arise in ministry and life. It explores strategies for dealing with personal imperfections and failures, emphasizing the importance of grace, forgiveness, and grieving losses.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-sNndphNUDE2297https://my.truevi.com/watch/owhS6Uc9z80https://i.ytimg.com/vi/owhS6Uc9z80/hqdefault.jpgThe Nicene Creed: The only begotten Son of GodThis sermon explores the Nicene Creed's affirmation of Jesus Christ as the "only begotten Son of God." It delves into the theological implications of this phrase, particularly in contrast to Arianism, and explains how the Creed's language defines the Son's eternal generation and co-equality with the Father.https://www.youtube.com/embed/owhS6Uc9z803147https://my.truevi.com/watch/VbhGQsx9Y1ghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VbhGQsx9Y1g/hqdefault.jpgIsaiah 1:1-20: An unfaithful covenant people and a faithful covenant LordThis sermon examines Isaiah 1:1-20, focusing on the unfaithfulness of God's covenant people and the unwavering faithfulness of the Lord. It highlights the consequences of disobedience and the grace offered through repentance and cleansing.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VbhGQsx9Y1g5332https://my.truevi.com/watch/PgOK9hwfFochttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/PgOK9hwfFoc/hqdefault.jpgRiding the wind: Embracing the unpredictable Christian lifeThis message explores the concept of "riding the wind" as a metaphor for the Christian life, drawing parallels to the Wright brothers' pursuit of flight. It challenges believers to move beyond mere observation of truth and actively engage with the Holy Spirit, even when the path is unpredictable or difficult. The speaker emphasizes that true spiritual growth comes from actively living out faith, rather than passively observing it.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PgOK9hwfFoc3398https://my.truevi.com/watch/mDy-cvSxGqIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/mDy-cvSxGqI/hqdefault.jpgFinding Jesus in the Old Testament: Pattern, promise, and presenceThis episode explores how Jesus is revealed throughout the Old Testament through three lenses: as a pattern in the lives of Old Testament figures, as a promise through prophecy, and as present in divine encounters. The speaker encourages listeners to look for Jesus in every part of the Bible to deepen their understanding and worship.https://www.youtube.com/embed/mDy-cvSxGqI2191https://my.truevi.com/watch/VAnuEAfEKNYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/VAnuEAfEKNY/hqdefault.jpgEight lessons not taught in seminary, part 1A seasoned pastor shares eight lessons he learned through 50 years of ministry that were not explicitly taught in seminary. This first part covers four of these lessons, offering insights for those in theological education and ministry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/VAnuEAfEKNY2352https://my.truevi.com/watch/Gu1WIixPBgIhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Gu1WIixPBgI/hqdefault.jpgJesus' example of humility and serviceThis message explores Jesus' act of washing his disciples' feet, highlighting it as an example of humility and service. It emphasizes the spiritual cleansing offered by Christ and the ongoing need for believers to confess sins and serve one another.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Gu1WIixPBgI5700https://my.truevi.com/watch/N4AweshSagYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/N4AweshSagY/hqdefault.jpgPaul's final ministry in Rome and the ongoing expansion of the gospelThis devotional examines Acts chapter 28, focusing on Paul's ministry in Rome while under house arrest. It highlights his efforts to convince both Jewish leaders and Gentiles about Jesus, and how the book of Acts concludes with the gospel's continued expansion.https://www.youtube.com/embed/N4AweshSagY386https://my.truevi.com/watch/LgkHAv-qwI8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LgkHAv-qwI8/hqdefault.jpgJesus calls people to follow himThis sermon explores how Jesus calls individuals to follow him, drawing parallels between his interactions with early disciples and contemporary experiences. It emphasizes that Jesus continues to seek and save the lost, inviting people to a relationship with him through the proclamation of his word and the faithfulness of families.https://www.youtube.com/embed/LgkHAv-qwI82956https://my.truevi.com/watch/z9va9HBmrFEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/z9va9HBmrFE/hqdefault.jpgDiscerning God's will for marriage: moral will, wisdom, and personal preferencesThis video explores how to discern God's will for marriage by examining three overlapping components: God's moral will, wisdom, and personal preferences. It emphasizes marrying a believer of the opposite sex who is biblically free to remarry, while also considering practical wisdom and individual likes and dislikes.https://www.youtube.com/embed/z9va9HBmrFE429https://my.truevi.com/watch/RIb3YcwUbG4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RIb3YcwUbG4/hqdefault.jpgThe parable of the sower and true and false conversionThis teaching explores the parable of the sower, explaining how it reveals the difference between true and false conversion. It highlights that the parable is key to understanding other parables and discerning genuine faith from superficial responses to the Gospel.https://www.youtube.com/embed/RIb3YcwUbG43483https://my.truevi.com/watch/Nhjg7BbqycMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Nhjg7BbqycM/hqdefault.jpgRestore gently and carry burdensThis devotional encourages listeners to gently restore those caught in sin and to carry one another's burdens, fulfilling the law of Christ. It emphasizes humility and self-reflection, urging individuals to test their own actions rather than comparing themselves to others.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nhjg7BbqycM667https://my.truevi.com/watch/d4ZWfgY1jlEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/d4ZWfgY1jlE/hqdefault.jpgJoshua 24:14-24: Choose this day whom you will serveThis sermon explores Joshua's final charge to Israel, emphasizing the call to exclusive worship of God. It highlights the dangers of lukewarmness and compromise, drawing parallels to contemporary challenges in faith. The message encourages believers to examine their loyalties and wholeheartedly commit to serving the Lord.https://www.youtube.com/embed/d4ZWfgY1jlE4946https://my.truevi.com/watch/NGmz1s5ZoNshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/NGmz1s5ZoNs/hqdefault.jpgThe early church in Antioch: Evangelism, nurture, and outreachThis sermon explores the early church's growth in Antioch, highlighting how ordinary believers, empowered by the Holy Spirit, spread the gospel to new communities. It emphasizes the importance of evangelism, discipleship, and caring for one another as foundational aspects of the church's mission.https://www.youtube.com/embed/NGmz1s5ZoNs2833https://my.truevi.com/watch/hnskDWaX_6whttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/hnskDWaX_6w/hqdefault.jpgEsther's finest hour: Embracing risk for God's purposeThis sermon explores the biblical story of Esther, highlighting her courage to act in a dangerous situation. It connects Esther's 'finest hour' to the concept of embracing risk for God's purpose, drawing parallels to contemporary Christian life and the ultimate example of Jesus on the cross.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hnskDWaX_6w2587https://my.truevi.com/watch/2s5KgMb7D6Ehttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2s5KgMb7D6E/hqdefault.jpgBaccalaureate service student testimoniesThree graduating seniors share their testimonies at a baccalaureate service. They reflect on their seminary journeys, the challenges they faced, and the faithfulness of God throughout their studies. The speakers express gratitude for their mentors, families, and the Gordon-Conwell community.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2s5KgMb7D6E1911https://my.truevi.com/watch/7zMnrL09Jzshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/7zMnrL09Jzs/hqdefault.jpgThe church of earnest prayerThis sermon explores the power of earnest, corporate, and even imperfect prayer, drawing lessons from Acts chapter 12. It highlights how God intervenes miraculously in response to the church's prayers, contrasting divine power with earthly might. The message encourages believers to cultivate a passionate and purposeful prayer life, trusting in God's ability to act.https://www.youtube.com/embed/7zMnrL09Jzs2300https://my.truevi.com/watch/CgH4P1PzbVshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/CgH4P1PzbVs/hqdefault.jpgKeeping your heart in heaven in 2011This message encourages listeners to live each day with an eternal perspective, making wise use of their time as if it were their last year on Earth. It emphasizes the hope of the Rapture as a reunion with loved ones and the Lord, and how personal loss can deepen one's longing for heaven and remove the fear of death.https://www.youtube.com/embed/CgH4P1PzbVs400https://my.truevi.com/watch/O5lajaI6qlYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/O5lajaI6qlY/hqdefault.jpgGod's providence in the story of EstherThis message explores the biblical account of Esther, highlighting how God's unseen hand orchestrates events for His purposes. It emphasizes that there are no coincidences in a believer's life, only divine providence, as seen in Esther's journey from orphan to queen and her role in saving her people.https://www.youtube.com/embed/O5lajaI6qlY3156https://my.truevi.com/watch/iZ93qYVxciAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iZ93qYVxciA/hqdefault.jpgWe become what we beholdThis sermon explores the profound truth that we are transformed by what we consistently focus on. Drawing from the account of Moses' shining face after encountering God, it challenges listeners to consider what they are beholding and how it shapes their lives and character.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iZ93qYVxciA2144https://my.truevi.com/watch/wIejjF0RP7khttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wIejjF0RP7k/hqdefault.jpgArm yourselves with the same way of thinkingThis sermon excerpt from 1 Peter 4:1-11 emphasizes that suffering is a normal part of the Christian life. Believers are encouraged to adopt an active mindset, preparing themselves for suffering by aligning their will with God's will and trusting in Jesus Christ.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wIejjF0RP7k5697https://my.truevi.com/watch/cmgPVuEITK8https://i.ytimg.com/vi/cmgPVuEITK8/hqdefault.jpgThe glory of Christ's ascension and the churchThis sermon explores the significance of Christ's ascension, particularly through the lens of Stephen's vision in Acts 7. It argues that understanding the ascended Christ's glory can help believers value the church more deeply, even amidst its imperfections, and find comfort in his heavenly intercession.https://www.youtube.com/embed/cmgPVuEITK83509https://my.truevi.com/watch/J0BHQ_2jj4Ihttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/J0BHQ_2jj4I/hqdefault.jpgUnderstanding biblical judgment: When and how Christians should judgeThis video explores the common phrase "who are you to judge" and refutes the idea that Christians should never make moral judgments. It examines Matthew 7 in context, identifying three types of judgment to avoid and several ways Christians are called to judge, including agreeing with God's morality and discerning good from evil.https://www.youtube.com/embed/J0BHQ_2jj4I632https://my.truevi.com/watch/8JQ86cmqwn4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8JQ86cmqwn4/hqdefault.jpgThe church's role in a season of confusion and chaosThis message emphasizes the critical role of the church in navigating current societal challenges. It highlights the historical influence of Christianity on national values and freedoms, urging believers to embrace their authority and responsibility through prayer and fasting to bring about divine deliverance and clarity.https://www.youtube.com/embed/8JQ86cmqwn43612https://my.truevi.com/watch/5r1PV9buNzMhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/5r1PV9buNzM/hqdefault.jpgEvidence of Dr. Michael Brown's participation in cover-up, manipulation, and liesThis video presents evidence and examples of Dr. Michael Brown's involvement in cover-up, manipulation, and outright lies that continue to harm innocent people and allow him to avoid accountability for past sins. The discussion highlights how a culture of cover-up victimizes victims further and prevents biblical accountability for leaders, especially within charismatic circles. The speaker, Mike Winger, shares his personal experience of being misled by Dr. Brown and explains why he believes this public address is necessary.https://www.youtube.com/embed/5r1PV9buNzM12568https://my.truevi.com/watch/vec3BKSjkXUhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/vec3BKSjkXU/hqdefault.jpgThe church is called to be a people anchored in loveThis message emphasizes the church's role in demonstrating God's love to the world, especially during challenging times. It encourages believers to return to the fundamentals of their faith, focusing on love, patience, and kindness as described in 1 Corinthians 13.https://www.youtube.com/embed/vec3BKSjkXU2896https://my.truevi.com/watch/AZUWJ6SZ5UYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/AZUWJ6SZ5UY/hqdefault.jpgSix subtle ways to make your wife feel ugly without saying a wordThis segment discusses six subtle ways a husband might make his wife feel unattractive without explicitly stating it. These actions include failing to compliment her efforts, praising other women, looking at pornography, not initiating physical affection, double-taking at other women, and prioritizing a phone over her conversation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a husband's heart and intentions in how he treats his wife.https://www.youtube.com/embed/AZUWJ6SZ5UY680https://my.truevi.com/watch/4o_E8LZcmlshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/4o_E8LZcmls/hqdefault.jpgThe Good Shepherd renews and restores our livesNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explains how Jesus, our Good Shepherd, provides renewal and restoration for our souls. She draws from Psalm 23 to illustrate how He leads us to quiet waters and green pastures, renewing us when we are weak, suffering, or wayward.https://www.youtube.com/embed/4o_E8LZcmls1574https://my.truevi.com/watch/m_TkegpCOE0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/m_TkegpCOE0/hqdefault.jpgGraduating students reflect on their seminary journeysFour graduating students from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary share personal reflections on their educational experiences. They discuss the challenges, growth, and community support that shaped them during their time at the seminary.https://www.youtube.com/embed/m_TkegpCOE01569https://my.truevi.com/watch/-G5dTlsvynwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/-G5dTlsvynw/hqdefault.jpgOur enemies help us learn to loveThis children's program explores the biblical teaching to love one's enemies, even when it feels counterintuitive. Through a discussion about a challenging person named O'Shea, the hosts discover that Jesus calls us to do the opposite of our natural inclinations.https://www.youtube.com/embed/-G5dTlsvynw362https://my.truevi.com/watch/BZnIe4gQbCYhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/BZnIe4gQbCY/hqdefault.jpgThe wonderful counselor: Trusting God in all of lifeThis sermon explores the name "Wonderful Counselor" from Isaiah 9:6, emphasizing Christ's role as a wise guide for all aspects of life. It encourages listeners to trust God's counsel, not just in spiritual matters, but also in daily challenges, relationships, and work.https://www.youtube.com/embed/BZnIe4gQbCY1927https://my.truevi.com/watch/X15tCtmmAZ0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/X15tCtmmAZ0/hqdefault.jpgThe Bible as a treasure map to JesusThis message explores the trustworthiness of the Bible, likening it to a treasure map. The speaker emphasizes that the Bible's value lies in its ability to lead us to the true treasure: Jesus Christ and His cross work. The message begins to present ten simple proofs of the Bible's supernatural nature.https://www.youtube.com/embed/X15tCtmmAZ0974https://my.truevi.com/watch/z4ZKIk4Pvckhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/z4ZKIk4Pvck/hqdefault.jpgThe call to reach one more person for ChristThis message encourages believers to actively pursue and share the gospel with those who are far from God. Drawing inspiration from the story of the paralytic in Mark 2, the speaker emphasizes that God is always looking for "one more" and that Christians are called to participate in this mission, even in the face of opposition.https://www.youtube.com/embed/z4ZKIk4Pvck1566https://my.truevi.com/watch/PNA8lWu4Jc0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PNA8lWu4Jc0/hqdefault.jpgAdam and Eve disobey God and sin enters the worldThis lesson from Genesis chapter 3 explains how Adam and Eve disobeyed God by eating from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Their sin brought punishment and death into the world, leading to their banishment from the Garden of Eden.https://www.youtube.com/embed/PNA8lWu4Jc01163https://my.truevi.com/watch/wVtnhAh4CCwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/wVtnhAh4CCw/hqdefault.jpgThe woman at the well: Jesus offers living water without conditionsThis message explores the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well, highlighting Jesus's unconditional offer of living water. It emphasizes that Jesus asks individuals to receive him and his gift without requiring them to first straighten out their lives or clean themselves up.https://www.youtube.com/embed/wVtnhAh4CCw5974https://my.truevi.com/watch/IQGiq0fSFBAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/IQGiq0fSFBA/hqdefault.jpgLonging for a Messiah: The voice in the wildernessThis message explores the longings for a Messiah, drawing parallels between John the Baptist's role and a police officer reorienting a speeding driver. It highlights how John the Baptist, as the voice in the wilderness, prepared the way for Jesus, the long-awaited Messiah, urging people to slow down and pay attention to what truly matters during the Christmas season.https://www.youtube.com/embed/IQGiq0fSFBA4535https://my.truevi.com/watch/Lwl04GmhECwhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/Lwl04GmhECw/hqdefault.jpgSpiritual freedom in uncertain timesJoel Skaggs discusses how to cultivate spiritual freedom, drawing insights from Jesus's life in Luke chapter 9. He highlights three principles: defining identity by God's word, displaying power through surrender, and acknowledging life's harsh realities.https://www.youtube.com/embed/Lwl04GmhECw6720https://my.truevi.com/watch/XH0NApI8yl0https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XH0NApI8yl0/hqdefault.jpgLuke's orderly account of Jesus' life and ministry for a gentile readershipThis session introduces the Gospel of Luke, highlighting its purpose to provide an orderly account of Jesus Christ's life and ministry for a gentile audience. It emphasizes Luke's meticulous research and the certainty he aimed to provide for Theophilus regarding Jesus as the promised Messiah and Son of God. The initial chapters cover the prologue and the pre-public life of Jesus, detailing the announcements, births, and early ministries of John the Baptist and Jesus.https://www.youtube.com/embed/XH0NApI8yl0321https://my.truevi.com/watch/UTm6eCAZcm4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UTm6eCAZcm4/hqdefault.jpgThe king of redemption history calls us to walk in his waysThis sermon explores 1 Kings chapter 6, focusing on the construction of Solomon's temple and the covenantal context. It emphasizes that God, the king of redemption history, is a 'who' not a 'what,' who calls his people to walk in his ways and delights to dwell among them.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UTm6eCAZcm42650https://my.truevi.com/watch/P6UqOX6wrOshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/P6UqOX6wrOs/hqdefault.jpgResponding to the Southern Baptist Convention sexual abuse reportThis segment addresses the Houston Chronicle's report on child abuse within Southern Baptist Convention churches, highlighting the need for compassion towards victims and outlining immediate actions for local churches. It emphasizes protecting children, implementing screening policies, and reporting abuse to authorities.https://www.youtube.com/embed/P6UqOX6wrOs669https://my.truevi.com/watch/6uY3R09zxqAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/6uY3R09zxqA/hqdefault.jpgAlex's story: Growing up in a foster family and finding a call to ministryAlex shares his unique upbringing as the child of foster parents who welcomed many children from broken backgrounds into their home. He recounts how these experiences, along with personal struggles and a murder trial involving a close friend, shaped his perspective and solidified his calling to ministry.https://www.youtube.com/embed/6uY3R09zxqA2885https://my.truevi.com/watch/50qkTkET0MQhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/50qkTkET0MQ/hqdefault.jpgThe Lamb of God: Judgment or salvationNancy DeMoss Wolgemuth explains that Jesus, the Lamb of God, will either be a source of comfort or terror. She explores how the Lamb of God is presented throughout scripture, from Old Testament sacrifices to the book of Revelation, as both a judge and a savior. The message emphasizes that individuals will ultimately face the Lamb as either their judge or their savior.https://www.youtube.com/embed/50qkTkET0MQ1584https://my.truevi.com/watch/HkbXrFuwqiEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HkbXrFuwqiE/hqdefault.jpgBaptism and covenant theology: A discussion of continuity and discontinuityThis video features a discussion between pastors Adriel Sanchez, John Moffett, and Justin Purdue regarding baptism and covenant theology. They explore the concepts of continuity and discontinuity in God's administration of grace throughout redemptive history, particularly as it relates to the Abrahamic covenant and the New Covenant.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HkbXrFuwqiE2428https://my.truevi.com/watch/FUZ4EVcpbSghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/FUZ4EVcpbSg/hqdefault.jpgPaul's farewell address to the Ephesian eldersThis sermon examines Paul's farewell address to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20:17-38. It highlights Paul's example of ministry and his exhortations regarding suffering, teaching the whole counsel of God, and caring for the flock. The address emphasizes the responsibilities of elders as overseers and shepherds.https://www.youtube.com/embed/FUZ4EVcpbSg3082https://my.truevi.com/watch/iJbW4WQ-rjkhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/iJbW4WQ-rjk/hqdefault.jpgSociological factors shaping millennialsThis discussion explores the sociological factors that have shaped the Millennial generation, drawing on a book by Princeton sociologist W. Robert Wuthnow. Key factors include delayed marriage, fewer and later children, and uncertainties in work and finances. The conversation highlights how these demographic shifts impact the church and individual life choices.https://www.youtube.com/embed/iJbW4WQ-rjk1674https://my.truevi.com/watch/n3ZZorJ0rnohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/n3ZZorJ0rno/hqdefault.jpgFirst Sunday of Advent: The stump of JesseThis sermon for the first Sunday of Advent explores Isaiah 11:1-10, focusing on the prophecy of a shoot coming from the stump of Jesse. It emphasizes Advent as a season of preparation, self-examination, and crying out for Christ's return, contrasting the church's posture with the secular holiday season.https://www.youtube.com/embed/n3ZZorJ0rno4476https://my.truevi.com/watch/zsOJKJY4zAshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/zsOJKJY4zAs/hqdefault.jpgJesus' teachings on marriage, divorce, wealth, and discipleship in Matthew 19This sermon explores Jesus' teachings in Matthew chapter 19, covering topics such as the sanctity of marriage, the permissibility of divorce, the challenges of wealth, and the call to discipleship. The speaker emphasizes Jesus' elevation of women and children, his valuing of singleness, and the invitation to follow him rather than a set of rules.https://www.youtube.com/embed/zsOJKJY4zAs2336https://my.truevi.com/watch/UruppdqYqSshttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/UruppdqYqSs/hqdefault.jpgThe church's role in church planting and revitalizationThis message discusses the importance of church planting and revitalization, highlighting the goal of planting and revitalizing 30 churches by 2030. It emphasizes the distinct yet equally vital work of establishing new churches and restoring declining ones, drawing parallels to God's restorative nature.https://www.youtube.com/embed/UruppdqYqSs6606https://my.truevi.com/watch/jctGd1wUZHohttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/jctGd1wUZHo/hqdefault.jpgShadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: A model of faith and courageThis sermon explores the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel chapter 3, moving beyond a children's story to examine the adult applications of their faith and courage. It challenges listeners to identify modern-day 'Babylon' and the idols that demand our worship, encouraging a deeper commitment to God.https://www.youtube.com/embed/jctGd1wUZHo4736https://my.truevi.com/watch/a1xv1SCbFGAhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/a1xv1SCbFGA/hqdefault.jpgTimothy Ross: Relying on God through seminary and ministryTimothy Ross shares his journey through seminary, highlighting the challenges and the constant need to rely on God. He discusses his call to ministry, the influence of his parents and church, and the practical training and support he received at The Master's Seminary and Grace Church.https://www.youtube.com/embed/a1xv1SCbFGA445https://my.truevi.com/watch/ofy9sAi2wMchttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/ofy9sAi2wMc/hqdefault.jpgThe biblical perspective on men and women in the churchThis message introduces a series exploring the biblical perspective on the roles of men and women in the church. It emphasizes that this is a secondary issue where good people and scholars may disagree, but every church must make decisions on these matters. The series aims to clarify Christ Community Church's position by examining what the Bible says.https://www.youtube.com/embed/ofy9sAi2wMc2494https://my.truevi.com/watch/2h_Hsxs9NCEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/2h_Hsxs9NCE/hqdefault.jpgA prayer of examen: Recalling God's presence in the past weekThis prayer of examen invites listeners to pause and consider God's presence in their past week. It guides them to recall moments of consolation and desolation, offering limitations and offenses to Jesus, and seeking guidance for reconciliation. The prayer encourages reflection on God's presence in both "now" and "not yet" moments, fostering gratitude and seeking God's help for the week ahead.https://www.youtube.com/embed/2h_Hsxs9NCE646https://my.truevi.com/watch/AOrq78BB0N4https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AOrq78BB0N4/hqdefault.jpgFinding God's goodness in suffering and dependenceThis discussion explores how personal suffering and trials can deepen one's understanding of God's goodness and lead to greater dependence on Him. The speakers share insights on finding gratitude in difficult circumstances and the transformative power of scripture in navigating life's challenges.https://www.youtube.com/embed/AOrq78BB0N41840https://my.truevi.com/watch/HfeDML3DyKEhttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/HfeDML3DyKE/hqdefault.jpgIdolatry: An exclusive devotion to GodThis message explores the concept of idolatry, defining it as anything that takes the place of God in our lives. It emphasizes God's call for an exclusive and ever-expanding devotion, contrasting this with the historical and modern forms of idolatry that distract believers from their first love.https://www.youtube.com/embed/HfeDML3DyKE2543