Pride is the oldest sin in the universe, and it's the chief cause of misery in every nation and family since the world began. Humility is the antidote to pride, and it's the cure for the age-long disease of spiritual death. Jesus' humility was painful, as he went from heaven to earth and from earth to the cross, but it provided the one thing we need more than anything else in the world: forgiveness. God's love for us is the reason for Jesus' humility, and it's a love that's greater than we can comprehend. [... more]

The Christmas story is a powerful reminder of God's love and sacrifice, as Jesus, born in a manger, came to redeem us from sin and offer us a relationship with God. Mary and Joseph, despite facing ridicule and hardship, trusted in God's plan and played a crucial role in Jesus' birth. As we reflect on the true meaning of Christmas, we are reminded that Jesus came to give us life, not just after death, but also during life, and that we can have a personal relationship with Him through faith and forgiveness. [... more]

The cradle, the cross, and the crown represent the entirety of the Christmas story, with the cradle symbolizing Jesus' birth, the cross representing his sacrifice, and the crown signifying his second coming. The return of Jesus Christ is the hope of every Christian, bringing an end to suffering and punishment for the guilty. [... more]

The cradle represents the beginning of the Christmas story, while the cross explains why Jesus came to earth. The cross represents man's only way to forgiveness and hope in Jesus. Jesus was born to die, taking the penalty for our sins, and God became one of us to establish a relationship with us. [... more]

In times of tribulation, it's easy to feel like God is not in control, but Jesus reveals his power and love in Revelation 1, assuring us that he is sovereign over all powers and will use every circumstance to fulfill his perfect purposes in our lives. [... more]

In times of persecution, you don't need a sentimental Jesus who simply makes you feel warm at night. You need a Jesus who is sovereign over all the other powers that are at work in the world. Pastor J.D. Greer draws from John's vision of Jesus in the book of Revelation to uncover why we need that same vision today. [... more]

The concept of faith and righteousness is explored through the story of Abraham in Romans 4, highlighting the idea that faith is a gift and that Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of righteousness and salvation. The discussion also touches on the importance of having an eternal perspective and not getting caught up in the smaller story of personal struggles. [... more]

God's love and care for us are unwavering, from the womb to the tomb. He knows our plans and has a purpose for our lives, which we can discover by answering His call. He promises to be with us through trials and challenges, even in old age, and to carry us through the floods and fires of life. [... more]

God knew us before we were born and had a plan for our lives, as seen in Jeremiah's story and the intricate design of DNA. He covered us in our mother's womb and made us wonderfully and marvelously, with a unique code that determines our function and purpose. God's thoughts towards us are precious and numerous, and He has a plan to bless us, give us a hope and a future, and carry us from the womb to the tomb. [... more]

Babylon, the cradle of civilization, will once again defy God and be destroyed in the battle of Armageddon, as prophesied in Revelation. This city, marked by humanism, atheism, and hedonism, will be reduced to rubble, and its people will be judged for their sins. [... more]