A Holy Ministry
Holy ministry is always done before the face of God — springing from pure motives, expressed in Christlike gentleness and holiness, and sustained through conflict until God rewards faithful labor with fruit.
1 Thessalonians 2:1-12
A Holy, Chosen People
Knowing who we are as God’s holy, chosen people shapes how we live — joyfully receiving His Word, turning from false gods, faithfully proclaiming His Gospel, and eagerly waiting for His Son from heaven.
1 Thessalonians 1:4-10
Christ Our Hope
Christian hope ultimately rests not in circumstances, human abilities or righteousness, power, technology, wealth, or leaders, but in Christ Himself.
1 Timothy 1:1; Romans 15:13
The Scourge, the Scorn, and the Scripture
Jesus faithfully endured scourging and scorn, strengthened by His understanding that these sufferings fulfilled the prophetic Scriptures and were according to God’s will.
Mark 15:15-32
A Faithful Saying About the Faithful God
Believers can be encouraged to be faithful, enduring even through suffering, by remembering the faithfulness of God.
2 Timothy 2:8-13
King At Last!
David is an example of the patient endurance of faith that is required to receive God’s promises and fulfill our calling.
2 Samuel 2:1-5:5 (2 Samuel 5:1-5)
Enduring To Victory
Spiritual warfare is a lifelong battle, and we must draw strength from Jesus so that we do not grow weary but endure until final victory.
Hebrews 12:1-3
Being Faithful Stewards
Jesus is our Faithful Steward. We must be like Jesus and remain faithful to the very end in order to receive the good reward.
Matthew 24:45-51
Philadelphia: The Faithful Church
Jesus sees the patient perseverance of the Church through the midst of trials and He will reward her soon.
Revelation 3:7-13
Sardis: The Dead Church
The church must be alive and alert, not living off past faith and deeds, but nurturing a vital, continuing walk with Jesus and opposition to Satan.
Revelation 3:1-6
Ephesus: The Loveless Church
The church must test all teaching and reject false teachers, but it must also remain fervent in love for God and people.
Revelation 2:1-7
What Does The Prophet Know?
When the prophet is surrounded by wickedness he puts his trust in the God who answers the one who calls on Him.
1 Kings 18:17-24, 36-37
A Fruitful Knowledge In Christ
As Christians grow in their knowledge of God and His will, their lives are transformed so that they are pleasing to God.
Colossians 1:9-14