How well did you sleep this week? For some, the night passes quickly; you wake feeling rested and refreshed. Others pass the night in shifts; they are up and down throughout the night as though their body needs to reestablish contact with the conscious world every 90 minutes or so. The weary watch the clock […]

Our series looks at questions many people ask “for a friend” because they are not sure of the answer themselves. If God is so good, why is there suffering in the world? Scripture shows us God’s character. God’s character provides the answer to our question. God is good in every situation.

What happens when others offend you? Jesus never retaliates. Truth acts as its own defense in two crucial areas of confrontation.

We celebrate our church anniversary today. Dr. David Innes, pastor emeritus of Hamilton Square Baptist Church, will share from God’s Word today. Every experience in life serves a divine purpose. This truth anchors our faith and produces our faithfulness. We are glad to have you praise God with us for His great faithfulness.

Stephen Jespersen shares from God’s Word this morning. Paul encourages the Colossian church to be faithful to Jesus. Although Paul wrote these words centuries ago, they apply to life today. After you suffer disappointment, how do you respond?

Jesus begins a new chapter in His life and ministry. Now, the roads would be more crowded as He travels to Jerusalem. Where are you on your journey through life? A new chapter? a new beginning? the same old path? Jesus teaches His followers to let Him direct their path and find the way forward.

Jesus accepted an invitation to dinner. Last week we saw the conversation at the table. Now, the conversation continues outside the house. Jesus speaks about the response His invitation requires. In addition, He adds to a larger discussion about following Him. Following Jesus requires commitment. Jesus makes three demands for commitment in this passage.

Heroes are not defined by what they do, as much as by who they are. Hardship produces heroes. Paul reminds Timothy of the need for hardship in order to finish well. Paul issues four commands you must hear and obey.

Psalm 73 describes the wicked succeeding and the righteous suffering. Should it not be the other way round? Asaph makes it clear that you must watch God, not the wicked, as you journey through life. Everywhere you look, you can see God at work.

Civic pride surged in Philippi, but they had little church unity. Paul draws attention to three actions possible because of Jesus. Jesus helps me stand strong!