In this powerful episode, Bill Prater explores the profound nature of God's love as demonstrated through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Highlighting scripture from Romans 8:31-39, he reflects on the boundless depth and permanence of divine love, which transcends all human understanding and is promised to all, regardless of background. Through the lens of Paul's suffering, Prater emphasizes that God's true promise is not an easy life, but the eternal security found in His love. Listeners are encouraged to embrace this love and find assurance amidst life's challenges, guided by personal experiences that resonate deeply with the struggle to comprehend divine compassion in times of personal loss.
Read MoreEmphasizing that a humble and grateful heart is crucial to embracing sacrifice cheerfully and serving others, Pastor Daniel in this episode encourages listeners to view service as both a privilege and a divine mandate.
Read MoreThe sermon highlights the critical role of financial support and resources in enabling missionaries to fulfill their divine calling and reach diverse communities with the message of Christ. Join us as we learn how to participate in this vital mission.
Read MoreBe known as a servant of the church.
Read MoreIt is vital that we not become so enraptured with the gift that we fail to be thankful for the giver.
Read MoreThis message explores the reliability of God's promises and how we can align ourselves with His purposes to experience His goodness. The speaker highlights Romans 8:28 as a conditional promise requiring us to seek and understand God's purposes to receive its benefits. This message reminds us that when we pursue our own purposes, we forfeit the goodness of God.
Read MoreHow will the lost people of the world hear the gospel without someone to tell them?
Read MoreEvery single believer is loved unconditionally and has a very specific place they fit in God's church. Every member is unique. Every person in the body has abilities that should be used.
Read MoreMost all of us have strong opinions. However, we’re not necessarily thoroughly persuaded, which is the Scriptural command. Opinions often come from and are constructed by social cues and culture. Persuasion comes from Scripture.
Read MoreGod uses people to help people. God intends people to touch and shape people. This is not always positive, but God intends it to be. We leave on one another indelible marks. These are never in consequential. These mini impacts are for good or for bad. We must ask ourselves, "Who is better for my having interacted with them?"
Read MoreNew things often lose their value. However, when it comes to relationships, the more time that has passed, the greater the value of the relationship. If one continues in persistent well-doing, he will find great value in long-term relationships.
Read MoreExpressing gratitude directly counteracts the effects of your default happiness set-point. Gratitude will produce a happier and better life. If you want to move your happiness set-point, express gratitude. If you want a better life, find gratitude.
Read MoreThere is a temptation to be ashamed of the gospel message. But there is nothing to be ashamed of; it is a powerful message. It has the power to change the world, and because of its power, we have an obligation to share it.
Read MoreSpecial Guest: Furgus Tunnell
Whether or not God is King of our lives is evidenced by our lifestyle. When we dethrone God, we invite horrible consequences. When we keep God in His place, we invite blessing. Don’t dethrone God.
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