Why do the jerks keep winning? Why can they crush people and still get applause? Ever felt the slow burn of comparison or wondered if being faithful is even worth it? Psalm 73 meets us right there. This teaching dives into Asaph’s raw honesty, his unraveling faith, and the clarity he found in worship— the kind we can find too.

“Remember when…?” Some stories make us smile. Others remind us how far God has brought us. In Psalms 68 and 71:16–19, we’re challenged to remember, retell, and live stories of God’s faithfulness—stories the next generation will talk about. What story are you living now? Will it be worth retelling?

Feeling like you're falling short no matter how hard you try? Wondering if your life actually matters in the grand scheme of things? Psalm 8 answers with a resounding yes. This teaching explores how ancient lyrics speak directly to our modern questions about identity, meaning, and hope—right where life feels most real.

A loving and all-powerful God can’t exist with so much evil in the world—right? It’s an all too common objection to belief in God, and for many, it’s a barrier too high to overcome. But what if the presence of evil isn’t the end of the conversation… but the beginning of hope? Let's take an unflinching look at suffering, injustice, and the cross. John 20, Genesis 1-11, The Problem of Evil.

Discover how Chinese and Russian pastors apply the story of the widow of Zarephath in ways that challenge American Christians. Explore insights on sacrificial giving and obedience amid uncertainty, and see how these global perspectives can deepen your faith and push you beyond your comfort zone. 1 Kings 17:8-16

Evangelism is more than living a good life; it also speaks the gospel's truth. This article explores Romans 10:14–15, faith in action, and the call to share Jesus with words. Through personal stories, humor, and Scripture, discover why we must live it and say it to fully join God's adventure.

It is one thing to be Walking Joy when life is predictable. But what happens when life punches you in the gut and does not let you catch your breath? You know, like the first-century Christians hearing this letter read, hiding from persecution, in fear of the knock at the door that could change everything. Their lives were in danger—jobs lost, established communities left behind. And yet, Peter commended them for rejoicing with a glorious, inexpressible joy. Not because their circumstances were good but because God was. They were Walking Joy even in the suffering. 1 Peter 1:8-9, James 1:2-3, Nehemiah 8:10, Psalm 34:18 - Morgan Jessup Testimony

Are you living with joy, or just managing your way through your week? Has joy been buried under the weight of routine? Walking Joy is not about waiting for life to be exciting; it is about carrying Christ’s joy into the everyday. Ready to live differently? Let’s dive in! In 1 Peter 1:8, believers rejoiced with a glorious, inexpressible joy—even in the ordinary.

Ever felt too weak, too unqualified, too unlikely for what God is calling you to do? So did Gideon. So did I. But what if those very weaknesses are the places where God wants to show His strength?This story isn’t just about Gideon—it’s about you. Judges 6-8

Curious about the mysteries of hell? Wondering what we truly know—and don't know—about eternal separation from God? Dive into an eye-opening exploration that challenges assumptions and deepens understanding. Discover why sharing our faith is as crucial as ever.

Feeling like life doesn’t make sense? Joseph’s story of betrayal, slavery, and redemption points to God’s hidden hand at work. Discover how God weaves brokenness into His Ultimate Ending—a future of healing, restoration, and hope. With Revelation as the promise of ‘all things new,’ learn how to live today as people who know how the story ends. Genesis 27-50 and Revelation.

For Habakkuk, this was the worst kind of unresolved ending. He’s stuck in the middle, holding onto unanswered questions. He’s living in the tension between what he knows about God—His goodness, His justice—and what he sees happening around him. It’s unnerving, painful, and deeply confusing. And maybe you’ve felt that too. When you’ve cried out for God to step in, to make things right, and instead? Silence. Or worse, an answer that makes the situation feel even more hopeless. Habakkuk’s story is one of unresolved tension, living in the messy middle where the ending isn’t clear—and the waiting feels unbearable.

The way stories end matters. Endings shape how we remember the journey, affect how we process the pain and influence how we carry hope into the dozens of stories we're living all at once. Most of these stories don't wrap up neatly. More often than not, they leave us with unmet expectations and unanswered questions. And those are the hardest, aren't they? The ones where we're left crying, this can't be how this ends!

Even in those stories, there can be excellent endings! That's what this four-week series is about. Even when life gives you some stories that end in heartbreak, grief, or disappointment, God can still turn it into an excellent ending!

God has a way of stepping into our unfinished stories. He meets us right there in the middle of the mess, bringing hope where none seems possible, planting seeds of redemption in barren places. Sometimes, those seeds grow into endings we never could have imagined. Endings that remind us God is still writing, even when we think the story is over.

What if the shepherds had done the same thing? What if they experienced the hand of God pointing, and then when the angels left, they just sat there? What if they spent the rest of the night talking about how bright the sky looked. How loud the angels sounded. But never actually went to Bethlehem. Never ran to see what God was pointing them to. Never met Jesus. The angels’ visit wasn’t the destination. It was the pointer. And the shepherds? They didn’t just sit there. They responded. They went to Jesus.

So many people revisit Luke 2 every Christmas. But then? They walk away. Another year goes by, and nothing changes. It’s like staring at the hand of God pointing and missing where He’s pointing us.

This isn’t just about the shepherds. It’s about you. It’s about hearing the message, seeing the hand of God pointing, and responding. Because the truth is, God’s not done interrupting. And He’s not done pointing.

That tightening in your chest, the weight pressing down on your shoulders, the pit in your stomach that won’t go away—it’s all there, a constant reminder of just how high the odds are stacked against you. You’ve run the numbers, played out the scenarios. The clock is ticking. And there you stand, frozen, wondering if you’ve already lost before the fight even begins.

Life throws us into battles we never saw coming, when the odds tower over us. The ocean of addiction recovery you can’t swim, the ache of losing someone you love, the struggle of blending kids into a new marriage, or the weight of a devastating diagnosis. These moments leave us shaken, scared, and unsure of what to do next. But today, we will explore a path forward, even when the odds seem overwhelming. And we’ll find it through the example of Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20.

At first glance, this feels heavy, doesn’t it? Sin that leads to death? Sin that doesn’t? What’s he talking about? John’s reminding us of something crucial—sin matters. It always separates. It always distorts. But not all sin is the same. There’s the sin of a believer—a stumble, a moment of weakness. That’s the kind of sin where we step in and pray, asking God to restore them, to breathe life back into their spirit. …But then there’s the other kind of sin—the sin that leads to death.

How does tithing hit new Christians? What if it wasn’t just about rules but about freedom? Discover how giving a tithe renews the mind, reshapes priorities, builds trust in God’s provision, and shifts our perspective from temporary gains to eternal impact. Explore the ancient, faith-stretching practice of biblical stewardship in this article/video!

What shapes your understanding of sin? Have your views changed through theology or life experiences? This article and video briefly explore four perspectives on sin—Catholic, Calvinist, Holiness, and even atheism—while cutting through debates to focus on the application of 1 John 3:4-9. Discover what John means by "Anyone who continues in sin..."

What if the Antichrist isn’t just some future villain, but influences and teachers already at work in our world today? Are we too busy looking for the wrong things? John’s message in 1 John 2 reminds us to focus on what’s right in front of us. Join us as we explore how to live with hope, stay grounded in the true gospel, and resist the subtle ways our faith is challenged in everyday life.

Would you know if you were eating imitation guinea pig? How about if you consumed false teachings? In 2 Peter, believers are warned about deceptive teachings that twist Scripture, appeal to sinful desires, and undermine Christ's authority. Christians must discern truth from error to stay grounded in their faith. Learn the signs and remain vigilant.