The church is a living body of which we are co-owners, not just a club where we pay dues and show up occasionally. We belong to the church because we've exchanged observing for owning, and because everybody's watching, including the angelic hosts. Jesus Christ is not finished building his church, and neither are we. [... more]

Belonging to a local church is essential for Christians as it enables them to resist pride, radical individualism, and consumer mentality by submitting and belonging to a spiritual family. The church is a body of believers that has set aside qualified elders and deacons, defines a doctrinal and ethical standard, and develops structure and method to disciple and discipline its members. [... more]

The concept of loving others well is explored through a transformation from self-centeredness to God-centeredness, with Jesus' teachings on the greatest commandment serving as a guiding principle. [... more]

The gospel is the joyful news of free salvation to sinners through Jesus Christ alone, a revelation of God's unilateral promise to restore his kingdom, his rule, and blessing among men. It is the announcement that God's kingdom has come to man in the life, death, burial, and resurrection, and ascension of the Lord Jesus Christ. The gospel must reside at the center and heart of the church, being taught week after week after week, known and believed for eternal salvation. [... more]

Developing strong hearts in children requires cultivating moral courage, grounded in absolute truth, and fortified with self-respect. Parents can equip their children with the tools to navigate a challenging world by teaching them humility, respect, and resiliency, and modeling these qualities themselves. [... more]

Raising morally courageous children who are grounded in truth and able to stand strong against temptations requires teaching them character education, heart education, and the importance of humility, resiliency, and respect. Parents must focus on instilling these values in their children to help them become the best version of themselves and ultimately find joy and purpose in life. [... more]

True greatness is found in humility and love, not power or prestige. Jesus' teachings on servanthood and the Trinity reveal the path to living a life of purpose and service, as recorded in John's Gospel. [... more]

God is after the self-life, which includes self-advancement, self-centeredness, self-dependency, self-righteousness, and self-will. He uses pain to break us and bring us to the point of realization, where we can examine our life and lay down the things that don't belong. When we allow the Spirit of God to bring to death all that makes up the self-life, we experience a new view of God's purpose, a new freedom in our spirit, and a new sense of power and authority in our life. [... more]

Carolyn Kolupka discusses the parable of the rich fool and its relevance to modern financial decisions. She emphasizes the importance of making God one's treasure and using money as a tool to serve others. The hosts also answer listener questions on reverse mortgages, inherited property, and retirement account requirements. [... more]

God is the potter, and we are the clay, subject to His will and plan. He can transform our lives, but we must yield to Him, acknowledging our limitations and impurities, and giving Him control. If we resist, we risk becoming hardened and unable to be remolded, but if we repent and surrender, He offers a second chance and the promise of spiritual growth and transformation. [... more]

Marriage is a maid in heaven, but survival takes place on earth. To achieve marital happiness, couples must work at their communication, which can be hindered by differences between the sexes, temperamental differences, fear and insecurity, self-centeredness, unresolved hurts, distractions of life, and an overcrowded schedule. By learning to be more sensitive, dealing with self-centeredness, resolving hurts, creating a spirit of oneness, keeping dating, learning to laugh, and praying together, couples can overcome these barriers and achieve a deeper, more meaningful relationship. [... more]

As the children of Israel face battles and struggles in the promised land, Pastor David McGee teaches from Joshua chapter 17 about the importance of occupying the land God has given us, trusting in His promises, and not being self-centered. He emphasizes that God desires for us to be victorious and that we should not be surprised by battles, but rather glory in tribulations, knowing that they produce perseverance and character. [... more]

Christians are called to manifest the qualities of Jesus, such as brotherly love, hospitality, and compassion, which serve as a contrast to the self-centeredness and indifference of the world. These qualities, known as 'bold salt,' are the outflow of a walk with Christ and are essential for building a community of faithfulness and love. [... more]

God's plan for abundant life is not about accumulating wealth, but about having a relationship with Him. Christians can apply financial wisdom and Christian stewardship principles to manage their money, improve their credit score, and plan for retirement, including utilizing Health Savings Accounts. [... more]

Jesus promises an abundant life, but what does that really mean? Is it material wealth or something more? Join Rob West as he explores the intersection of faith and finance, discussing biblical principles for managing money, debt, and relationships with God and others. [... more]

Rob West discusses the importance of living generously with his guest Brad Formsma, author of I Like Giving. They explore the seven ways of living generously, including attention, words, thoughts, money, time, influence, and belongings, and how these can be modeled for the next generation. [... more]

God created us for his glory, not our own, and our purpose in life is to bring him glory. We were born into a world with a self-centered mentality, but God's glory is not selfish, it's a giving, sharing glory. Jesus showed us what it means to live for God's glory, even in the face of rejection and suffering. [... more]

Losing faith in others and becoming self-centered can lead to spiritual blindness and a lack of God's glory in one's life. When we focus on ourselves, we step out of the heavenly light and become clogged up, unable to hear from God. The Bible warns that this behavior will ultimately lead to disgrace and the loss of God's glory. [... more]

Pastor J.D. Greer teaches on the importance of a servant attitude in marriage, recognizing the unmerited favor of God and showing it to our spouse, and serving each other's needs, including sexual needs, to build a stronger and more loving relationship. [... more]

Christian marriage is recognizing the unmerited favor God has shown to you in Christ and showing that same type of unmerited favor to your spouse. Self-centeredness is a major issue in relationships, and the gospel can cure it by teaching us to count others more significant than ourselves and to serve one another in humility. [... more]