Take a second and picture what angels might look like… Maybe they look just like you and me, except wearing a white robe, sitting on a cloud, and playing a harp…. Or maybe they’re cute, chubby little babies with wings… Do you think that’s right? If so, then why did the Biblical prophets always associate angels with fear? Today, Pastor Richard wants you to know that heaven is a real place filled with awesome creatures surrounding the throne of God!
There are some people who just seem happy and chipper all the time. It seems like those types of folks could be going through the toughest day and nothing phases them. Are these people even human? Pastor Richard lets you know in today’s message that, despite appearances, everyone could use a little encouragement from time to time. When you feel down, take that as a reminder that you need to draw your strength from God.
The days we live in are full of different echo chambers to suit any belief we want to reinforce. It’s so easy to bury our heads in the sand when someone comes along disrupting our own personal worldviews. Pastor Richard shares with you in today's message that either you can believe the lie, or you can accept the truth - even if it’s uncomfortable. Which would you rather do? I think it’s better to face the truth now than to wait until it’s too late.
You know those spikes that you sometimes have to drive over when entering a parking lot? Those are there to keep people from going out the wrong way. Once you get over them, there's no going back. In his message today, Pastor Richard wants you to realize that when this life is over, there are no second chances. Now is the time to repent and get your life right with God. Turn to God and experience His love and forgiveness today.
If someone asked you what the most popular Bible verse is, what would you say? Most people would say John 3:16. But there’s something in this verse that many overlook: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Today, Pastor Richard reminds you of this truth: God’s promise is not for a few, not just for those already chosen, but for all who believe in Him will have eternal life.
Have you ever had one of those days when nothing seems to go right? It feels like everything that could go wrong actually does. And in the middle of a storm like that, you wonder, “Will it ever end?” When the road ahead is unclear, life can feel very dark. But today, Pastor Richard reminds you of this truth: you are a child of God. And when you invite Him into your life, Jesus will be with you through every difficult moment and see you through the other side.
When looking at the Biblical prophets, we most often want to relate to Moses, who was a great deliverer, or Elijah, who never tasted death. But how many of us dream of being like Jeremiah, the weeping prophet? How many of us would like to go through all that God had called him to? In today’s message, Pastor Richard invites you to join the prophet Jeremiah in weeping for those things he saw that break the heart of God.
Imagine being uprooted, living as a stranger in a foreign land, your home and safe haven gone. Today, Pastor Richard reflects on the exile of God’s people. They were captives, their nation conquered, their worship disrupted. Yet, even in that despair, God’s promises held firm. You might feel like you’re in your own exile, wondering if hope remains. God’s promises endure, even when everything familiar crumbles. You’re still His, held by His word.
Ever feel like life’s hardships are a sign of God’s anger? Pastor Richard explores today how God’s discipline isn’t about destruction. It’s not about judgment or condemnation, especially for those in Christ. The cross already settled that score; Jesus’ blood paid it all. Yet God may chasten you, not to harm but to shape you for good works. Nobody enjoys discipline, especially when it stings, but it’s a pathway to something better.
Ever wonder how God can work through imperfect people? Pastor Richard shares a powerful insight today, drawing from the Babylonians. They were used by God to fulfill His purposes, yet their ungodly actions weren’t excused. It’s a reminder that God can use anyone, even in their flaws, to accomplish His plans. You might be a vessel for His work, but being used by God doesn’t give a free pass to live without righteousness.
Have you ever wondered why God’s people face scattering or hardship across the world? As Pastor Richard reveals today, Scripture shows Israel’s dispersion, yet God promises to bring them back in the latter days. You see His plans unfold for all peoples, unstoppably woven into prophecy. God’s purposes for the earth and its nations are certain. Are you trusting God’s unstoppable plans for the world and your place in them?
Have you ever had one of those days when nothing seems to go right? It feels like everything that could go wrong actually does. And in the middle of a storm like that, you wonder, “Will it ever end?” When the road ahead is unclear, life can feel very dark. But today, Pastor Richard reminds you of this truth: you are a child of God. And when you invite Him into your life, Jesus will be with you through every difficult moment and see you through the other side.
As we walk through life with Jesus, we can sometimes forget the blessings we already have while chasing after what we want. When we become so focused on our own desires and needs, we may overlook the many gifts God has given us. That’s why, in today’s message, Pastor Richard encourages us to stay rooted in the Word of God and always remember that, although God doesn’t grant us everything we ask for, He will always provide what we truly need.
God’s work in your life can be like a gentle nudge to stir you from stillness. Today, Pastor Richard describes how the visual of tipping jars in Scripture shows God shaking things up. You might settle into comfort, risking a stagnant or unfruitful life. He might send moments or people to push you forward. This keeps you from growing slothful or sour. His actions aren’t random; they’re purposeful for your spiritual growth.
Have you ever felt that someone was being patient with you despite your missteps? Pastor Richard reveals today how God’s mercy towards you isn’t approval of disobedience. You might think He overlooks your thoughts or actions because He doesn’t care. But His patience, despite your sin, reflects His deep love for you. He can guide you to repentance, offering forgiveness to set your heart right. You’re not meant to stay in sin but to receive His grace.
Sin’s impact is like a wildfire, spreading ruin through every part of your life. Today, Pastor Richard unveils how sin’s destructive consequences go further than just being God’s judgment. You see it wreck relationships, harm physical health, and tear families apart. The lifestyle of sin and selfishness breeds corruption, hurting those God loves, including you. It’s not just punishment; it’s the chaos sin naturally creates.
Have you ever had one of those moments when you knew you were doing something wrong? Sometimes, as we navigate through life with Jesus, we are tempted to do something we know we have no business doing, and at times, we even try to justify it. But today, Pastor Richard urges you to stay strong in your walk with Christ. Stay strong in the Word of God and allow Jesus to help guide you through every situation.
Sometimes, when we’ve been walking in our sin for too long, we forget that we don’t have to wear these shackles. And when we give our lives to Christ, we still willingly put them back on and hope for the best, even though our breaker of chains is right in front of us. That’s why in today’s message, Pastor Richard urges you to come to Jesus and allow Him to free you of any bondage that holds you back. Don’t stay in your chains; Let Jesus break you free.
As we walk through life with Jesus, we can sometimes forget the blessings we already have while chasing after what we want. When we become so focused on our own desires and needs, we may overlook the many gifts God has given us. That’s why, in today’s message, Pastor Richard encourages us to stay rooted in the Word of God and always remember that, although God doesn’t grant us everything we ask for, He will always provide what we truly need.
Our weaknesses can expose the fault lines of self-reliance, reminding us how quickly confidence crumbles under pressure. And in today’s message, Pastor Richard will help you discover that those very cracks become conduits for Christ’s strength. As you confess sin, His grace fortifies resolve and endurance far beyond natural capacity. Your failures can transform into testimonies, proving that God’s power shines brightest through surrender to His perfect plan.