The Bible has a lot to say about sex and gender. So why does God care so much about our sexual identity, behavior and thoughts? Scripture tells us that God is not trying to keep us from experiencing joy and fulfillment by placing boundaries around our sexual behavior. Instead, He wants us to understand that when we live in keeping with His design, we will experience true freedom and joy. His design is for us to reflect His character and love in every area of life, including how we use our bodies. Will we submit our sexual beliefs and behaviors to the authority of God’s Word?  ..read more

What is God’s heart toward us when we sin? The story of Peter’s restoration shows us that God pursues sinners, forgives sinners, and uses redeemed sinners for a beautiful purpose.  ..read more

We all need hope. But in the face of a world filled with sin, death, tragedy, and suffering, we find ourselves struggling to maintain our hope. After Jesus died, His disciples also struggled to keep their hope alive: if the Messiah was dead, then their future was lost. But we know the whole story now! Jesus rose from the dead, defeating every enemy and restoring our hope. So where do you place your hope? Will you fix all of your hope on Jesus, trusting Him to provide you with eternal life, everlasting joy, and peace with God ..read more

What characterizes a healthy church? The answers might surprise you! A church can have a beautiful building full of people, high-quality music, and excellent events, and still be unhealthy. On the other hand, a church could be small and outwardly unimpressive and yet be healthy and effective in its mission. Romans 16 paints a picture for us of a healthy church, as Paul concludes the epistle. A healthy church serves God together, clings to the truth, and relies on God’s power. When those characteristics are present, the church will be faithful and effective in following Jesus and making discipl ..read more

As Paul nears the end of his letter to the Romans, we see him take on a more personal tone as he explains his ministry and role within the Gospel mission. In doing so, he highlights two essential activities of a healthy church: accepting one another in Christ despite cultural differences and supporting those that are going out to share the gospel. When we understand our own role and are united in purpose, then we have the greatest impact for the gospel going out both locally and globally ..read more

We all go through crisis. We all have needs at various times. Through the story of the Good Samaritan, we are, both, challenged to love our neighbor and given some very practical ways to care for others when we see someone hurting ..read more

Even though we are united by the gospel, Christians sometimes disagree with each other. Disagreements over issues of secondary importance often divide the church and threaten our ability to reflect Jesus well. So how can we disagree well? Paul calls us to make love our default position, even when we don’t agree.  ..read more

How can we honor Jesus when we live in a world that doesn’t know Him or believe in Him? We are not the first Christians to face this dilemma. In Romans 13, Paul tells us that the best way to honor Jesus well is to live peaceful lives consistent with His character: submit to the government, love our neighbors, and live righteously.  ..read more

Speaker: Trey Corry, Scripture: Romans 12 ..read more

Speaker: Matt Morton, Scripture: Romans 11:1-36 ..read more