The world is constantly pressuring us to give up and give in to the ways of the world. God calls us to defy the unrighteousness of life and live obediently and confidently in the path He has set for our lives.

(Verses Cited: Matthew 7:14; Ephesians 6:11; James 4:7; Luke 6:45; Proverbs 4:23; Psalm 37:4; Psalm 139:14; Romans 14; Exodus 34:14-15; Acts 5:29; Exodus 1:17; Matthew 15:19-20; Romans 12:18; 1 Peter 2:13; Exodus 1:20; Proverbs 28:20; Matthew 5:10; James 1:2; Job 1:11; Job 2:10)

The world and its morals are constantly changing, and people are expected to fit in with what is considered normal. God calls us to stand out from the world and follow Him.

We live in a world where there is enormous pressure to fit in and conform. God calls us to live our lives different from the world.

Unity within a church is a mark of a Godly church. Leaders in the church are appointed by God to teach and build up the body of Christ.

Prayer for a believer is paramount; the Lord’s prayer is a model for believers of how to pray.

Jesus gave us a model of prayer in Matthew six, a template for communicating with the Lord.  

God made each person uniquely and called us all to serve in His kingdom.

Hope is that which is secured for us by the love of Jesus Christ. When the future appears uncertain our focus must remain on the hope provided by Christ.

In a world of fast-moving information, the Church is called to share the message of Christ.

• Preaching is intentional: Preaching requires a deliberate effort. Look for opportunities to share your testimony.


• Preaching is universal: Christ came to call the wicked to repentance. Share His love with those who might otherwise be neglected. 


• Preaching is transformational: Genuine preaching leads to a new person; a changed life submitting in obedience to the Lord.

 

It is the Church’s responsibility to teach faith to build up the body of Christ.

There are thousands of Christian denominations. What does the Bible say about God’s Church?

In this new year we need to remain bold in our faith, attune to the Holy Spirit, and encouraging others towards Christ.

Diverse cultures have different customs when it comes to receiving a gift. As Christians how should we respond to the gift of Christmas?

Jesus is the Christmas gift that everyone needs. The circumstances surrounding His birth show just how special the gift is.

The gift of Christmas was not accidental, it was the fulfillment of a plan instituted by God before the creation of the world.