Every child—and every person—has a fundamental need to know and believe that God loves them unconditionally. This truth is the foundation for overcoming the fears that grip humanity. God's love is based on His character, not based on our actions.
In part three of “Building Strong Families,” Duane Sheriff teaches how unconditional love transforms families and sets children free from fear, insecurity, and the need for approval. He identifies four primary fears that often shape children’s lives—the fear of faces (people and rejection), fear of fences (obstacles and hardship), fear of failure, and fear of foes (spiritual enemies)—and explains how God’s love conquers each one.
Parents and grandparents prepare children for life's challenges by teaching them to forgive themselves when they make mistakes and training them to understand the spiritual battles they face. When we truly grasp the depth of God’s love, we realize nothing we do can change how much He loves us. Perfect love casts out all fear.
Why does God allow His people to suffer when they are doing what is right? In episode ten of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff explores the crucial difference between Christian suffering and other forms of suffering. There are things Jesus suffered as our substitute (like God's wrath for sin), and there are other trials Christians are called to endure.
Romans 5 encourages us to "glory in tribulations." The scripture in 1 Peter reveals why suffering for righteousness sake is commendable in God's sight. These sufferings, when faced with faith and patience, develop perseverance, character, and ultimately, an unshakeable faith that can withstand any opposition.
Have you considered that the trials you are facing might be building your faith instead of breaking you? In episode nine of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff teaches how faith works in conjunction with hope, love, and patience. The challenges of opposition, tribulation, and persecution help develop our character and the endurance necessary to live a victorious Christian life.
James 1 reminds us to "count it all joy" when our faith is tested. This process leads to completeness in our spiritual walk. Tribulation is a part of the Christian journey, not something our faith exempts us from. Jesus' words in John 16:33 encourage us to "be of good cheer" in the face of opposition, knowing that our perseverance through trials develops an unshakeable faith that can withstand any storm.
God designed the family as the foundation of society, and His Word provides clear guidance for building homes that thrive. Parenting is a responsibility given by God, involving stages of training, teaching, and transition. As parents, we shape the next generation.
In part two of “Building Strong Families,” Duane Sheriff teaches the critical importance of training our children in obedience and honor—not just for their childhood years, but as a foundation for their entire lives. The parallels drawn between child-rearing and our relationship with God are striking. Just as we guide our children, our Heavenly Father guides us. Are we helicopter parents, or are we preparing our children to fly on their own?
In a world where everything moves at lightning speed—from instant coffee to social media—patience often feels like a lost virtue. In episode eight of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff explores the importance of patience within the ecosystem of faith and teaches how patience interconnects with hope and love.
Biblical passages from the book of Hebrews and the letter of James emphasize how patience works hand in hand with faith, hope, and love to strengthen our spiritual foundation. Patience isn't just about waiting—it's about enduring with a purpose. Through trials and hardships, our patience is refined, not as a sign of weak faith, but a path that is unshakeable!
God has the same love for us as He does for Jesus? God is love, and His love is based on His character, not your actions. God does not just love you - God is love! In episode seven of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff teaches the importance of being born again to understand God's divine, unconditional love. Understanding the depth of God's love will transform your faith, making it truly unshakeable.
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God's love isn't just any love - it's unmerited. God's love for us is based on His character, not our actions. This unconditional love removes fear and doubt, which are the main obstacles to our faith. In episode six of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff teaches that God's unconditional love is not just intellectual or like any other type of love. It is a transformative revelation that reaches deep into our hearts and dispels all fear. When we genuinely understand the depth of God's love, our faith becomes unshakeable.
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In the biblical story, Abraham and Sarah placed their faith and hope in God's promise and were able to conceive a child despite their old age. In episode five of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff distinguishes between worldly hope and biblical hope, explaining that the latter is rooted in God's promises.
Bible hope is a crucial component of faith that's unshakable. Drawing from scriptures such as Hebrews 11:1 and Romans 4, Duane defines Biblical hope as a belief that looks to the future, complementing the present-tense aspect of faith. Hope in God's promises can breathe life into seemingly dead situations, just as it did for Abraham and Sarah.
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Hope plays a crucial role in our faith journey. In episode four of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff teaches that God instilled a capacity for hope within us from birth with Scripture serving as the source. Romans 15:4 and Hebrews 6:18-19 affirm that hope comes from the Scriptures and acts as an anchor for our souls. This hope isn't based on our circumstances or feelings but is rooted in God's unwavering promises. By anchoring our hope in God's Word, we can face life's challenges with unshakeable faith and confidence in His faithfulness, even in hopeless situations.
Families are the cornerstone of both the Church and society, yet today they are bombarded with overwhelming confusion and challenges. In "Building Strong Families," Duane Sheriff teaches God's timeless blueprint for family, marriage, and raising godly offspring. Drawing from Malachi, Judges, and Psalms, Duane explains how healing the home can ultimately heal the nation.
God designed marriage as a covenant, not a contract. By aligning with His design and standing firm in the truth, we can cultivate a legacy of faith that reconnects a generation to biblical principles. Extending grace and restoration to those who have faced struggles in marriage or parenting creates an atmosphere for healing. A single family transformed by God’s love can change the course of generations to come.
How can you strengthen your spiritual foundation and become unmovable in God's promises? In "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff teaches that faith does not work alone. Instead, it depends on a divine ecosystem of hope, love, and patience. These interconnected powers work in harmony to establish a lasting, unshakeable faith.
Episode three explores the prerequisite and essential role of hope. Hope ignites the flame of faith and guides it toward a confident expectation of God's promises. Hebrews 11:1 declares that "faith is the substance of things hoped for," emphasizing that without hope, faith has nothing to bring into existence. When our hope is rooted in God's goodness, we create fertile ground for faith to manifest His promises.
What if you could see the law of faith with the same clarity as you see the law of gravity? In episode 2 of "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff teaches that just as natural laws govern our physical world, there are spiritual laws that govern faith. The law of faith is equally consistent, reliable, and non-discriminatory as the natural laws we observe in our physical world.
There are key principles that make faith effective: faith comes from hearing God's Word, faith without works is dead, it is impossible to please God without faith, and we must speak to our mountains instead of allowing our problems to speak to us.
Why does our faith crumble under pressure? In the new series "Unshakeable Faith," Duane Sheriff teaches the importance of being rooted and grounded in Christ, rather than in worldly deceptions, ideologies, or traditions. Understanding the basics of faith is fundamental to salvation, justification, and living a victorious Christian life.
To withstand any storm, it's crucial to be rooted and grounded in Jesus through proper teaching and an understanding of God's Word. Your faith, not works, is the key to accessing God's promises and blessings. Discover the cooperative powers that work alongside your faith to ensure your faith is truly unshakable when life's challenges come.
What does it really take to succeed in life—God's way? Brother Duane teaches the four foundational truths that shape every story of success. In part 2 of "Four Keys to Every Success Story", Duane shares how sacrifice and experience develop strength, maturity, and success that lasts—both in life and in your walk with God.
According to Romans 12 and Philippians 3, transformation starts with surrender and the renewal of your mind. True success requires letting go of anything that hinders God's purpose and trusting Him through every experience, both good and bad. Even in failure, God can bring beauty from ashes and turn mistakes into lessons that lead to growth. These principles reveal that success in God's Kingdom isn't just about achievement—it's about character, perseverance, and allowing His wisdom to shape every part of your life.
Our world has become increasingly confused about fundamental truths. This generation is deceived by lies about identity, truth, and morality. In part two of "Wisdom – Discerning Good and Evil," Duane Sheriff exposes the deep confusion of a culture that can no longer distinguish between right and wrong.
God created men and women with divine purpose and distinction, but rejecting His design leads only to chaos and self-destruction. Duane warns of the dangers of cultural deception and challenges believers to anchor their lives in godly wisdom. By building upon the seven pillars of wisdom, we can become houses of refuge that guide a lost generation back to truth and the heart of God.
Today, the world is flooded with information but lacks wisdom. Confusion and deception are everywhere. The line between right and wrong has blurred, truth is challenged, and many believers struggle to discern the voice of God amid the noise.
In "Wisdom – Discerning Good & Evil", Duane Sheriff teaches that wisdom is more than knowledge—it’s the ability to discern between good and evil, a skill desperately needed in our complex world. The story of Solomon asking God for wisdom reminds us how to approach our spiritual journey. Just as Solomon didn’t ask for riches or long life but for understanding to lead God’s people, we too must prioritize godly wisdom above worldly pursuits.
As God restores discernment in His Church, believers are called to rise with clarity, conviction, and compassion. Pursue godly wisdom like hidden treasure—it’s time to awaken, walk in truth, and shine as lights pushing back the darkness in this generation.
What does it really take to succeed in life—God's way? Success is not limited to wealth or achievements, but is about prospering in every area of life. In "Four Keys to Every Success Story," Brother Duane teaches four practical principles to apply to your career, family, and walk with Christ.
Based on Joshua 1:8 and Ephesians 4, Duane shares that knowledge, hard work, sacrifice, and experience form the foundation for lasting prosperity. Whether you're a parent, student, professional, or ministry leader, these four principles will equip you to view your daily work as sacred, your sacrifices as seeds for growth, and even your failures as opportunities to learn and rise again.
From the beginning of time, God designed mankind to rule with dominion, create with purpose, and speak with authority. Our ability to work, imagine, and build reflects the nature of the Creator Himself. As Genesis 1:27 declares, we are created in God’s image—male and female. This foundational truth shapes our identity and purpose. Yet sin and deception continue to distort that image, leading culture to reject God’s divine order—including His design of male and female.
In part two of "The Image of God in Man," Duane Sheriff teaches how God placed His divine image within humanity—through our gender, His blueprint for marriage, and our role as image-bearers. This is what makes us uniquely human and distinct from all creation. Through Christ, the image of God is restored and celebrated in righteousness. As image bearers, we reflect His nature through truth, creativity, speech, and work.
What does it mean to be made in the image of God? More than mere creations, we are bearers of the Divine image. This identity is intrinsic to our being—shaping how we live, love, and relate to others.
In "The Image of God in Man," Duane Sheriff reveals the sacred design of humanity and how our true identity is rooted in reflecting God’s likeness. From the very beginning, mankind was created to reveal God’s character, rule with dominion, and manifest His nature on the earth.
Yet sin and deception have fractured that image, distorting how we see ourselves and others. Through Jesus Christ, however, God’s image is restored in us, bringing honor, purpose, and truth back into our lives and culture. We can either celebrate His likeness in righteousness—or distort it through sin.
As we navigate today's complex world, God's wisdom should serve as a compass to guard against the foolishness prevalent in our culture. In the final episode of "Safeguards Against Deception," Duane Sheriff teaches us how to obtain wisdom through prayer and introduces the concept of the seven pillars of wisdom, which provide the foundation for our lives.
God's wisdom is essential for discernment and protection. The book of James reminds us that if we lack wisdom, we should ask God for it. This simple act of asking in faith can transform our decision-making and discernment. Just as Solomon sought wisdom to lead God's people, we, too, can seek divine wisdom in our daily lives.
