In Africa, millions of people lack access to the Bible and Christian teachings. Transworld Radio's Wind-Up Radio program provides a lifeline, broadcasting the gospel to millions through wind-up radios. David Hevner's TV series, The Last Evangelist, explores current events through scripture, educating viewers on the importance of understanding and applying biblical teachings. [... more]

The story of young Samuel's call to be a prophet in Israel, where God breaks his silence and delivers a devastating message through Samuel, who is initially unaware of God's voice but eventually responds with obedience and faith. [... more]

God desires a church that is a refreshing place where people experience the cold, powerful Spirit of God. He wants his church to be a place where truth is spoken, and people are convicted, yet loved. The church should be a place where people can experience joy, peace, and stability in the midst of life's chaos and uncertainty. [... more]

God's message to the Laodicean Church is a call to spiritual growth and fervent faith, warning against lukewarm spirituality and the dangers of being complacent in one's walk with Him. The church is likened to lukewarm water, which is neither hot nor cold, and God desires for His people to be hot with a passion for Him, to be purified and to have a fervent life in Christ. [... more]

Pastor Paul Shepherd emphasizes that God's favor is not just about success in numbers, but about being fruitful and serving the kingdom. He shares stories from the Bible, including Joseph's experience, to illustrate how God's favor can manifest in different ways, including access, vindication, opportunities, and rest. [... more]

God's favor is not about popularity or wealth, but about pleasing Him and living a life of faith. The church in Philadelphia, despite being small and insignificant, received a letter from Jesus expressing His pleasure and promising to bless them with His favor. This message encourages listeners to focus on pleasing God and trusting in His absolute authority, rather than comparing themselves to others or seeking external validation. [... more]

Pastor Paul Shepherd explores the importance of honoring mothers and mother figures, drawing from the story of Jonah and the concept of spiritual vital signs. He emphasizes the need for spiritual strength training, patience, and obedience to God's will, encouraging listeners to check their responsiveness, relentlessness, receptiveness, and resolve in their spiritual journey. [... more]

God's word to the church in Sardis serves as a warning to all believers, reminding them that comfort can be the greatest enemy of faith. He calls them to wake up, strengthen what remains, and repent, as they have become spiritually lazy and complacent, living in ways that do not please God. [... more]

The church at Thyatira had a tragic flaw that led its members astray, and Pastor Paul warns of the dangers of being misled by those who influence our lives. He emphasizes the importance of being careful who we allow to play a significant role in our lives, recognizing that not all leaders carry titles, and that sound leaders are people under authority. [... more]

God commends the church in Thyatira for their love, faith, service, and perseverance, but warns them of the danger of being misled by the woman Jezebel. Pastor Paul Shepherd emphasizes the importance of living a heaven-oriented life, loving people who are difficult to love, and trusting God with every area of life. [... more]

Balaam's teaching on how to get the Moabite women to entice the men of Israel is still being taught in today's church, leading people to redefine what is acceptable and practice sexual immorality, but God's plan for marriage and relationships is clear and must be followed. [... more]

God's message to the Church of Pergamum emphasizes the importance of remaining true to His name and the objective truth of His Word. Pastor Paul Shepherd explains that truth is not relative, but rather established by God before the foundation of the world. He encourages the church to stand firm in their faith, even in the face of hostile environments, and to recognize the power of God's Word to guide and judge us. [... more]

Don't let your circumstances define who you are. You are richer than you think because God says you are. He promises you victory, even in the midst of trials and persecution. Stay faithful, and God will bring you through and out of your challenging season. [... more]

God is familiar with what you're going through, and He wants you to know that He's been through it Himself. Jesus endured pain and suffering, and He understands your afflictions and poverty. He promises to give you a crown of life and a crown of righteousness, but He also warns that in this world, you will have tribulation. However, He is utterly victorious and has all power in His hand, and He wants you to know that you serve a risen, victorious Savior who is alive forevermore. [... more]

God desires a passionate relationship with His followers, calling them to rekindle their spiritual flame and live a life of love and obedience. He has emotions and is pleased when His children worship Him with fervor, and He promises to bless those who love Him with abundance and favor. [... more]

God's sovereignty and love for His people are evident in the early church, where believers demonstrated perseverance and generosity, but also hypocrisy and deception. Pastor Paul Shepherd reflects on the letters to the seven churches in Revelation, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and spiritual maturity in our walk with God. [... more]