“Can I ______; can I ______? What’s ok, what isn’t? I can agree sex should be kept for marriage, but I still want to show physical affection while dating.” It is unavoidable that this tension will come up in a dating relationship. In this ...

Many pressures and influences all around us seek to form and shape us. Our own way of thinking and living can oftentimes be shaped by our old sin nature. This results in deformed Christianity that does not reflect Christ. Paul sought to address al...

God overcomes our sinful condition by first opening our eyes and giving us new understanding. 1 Corinthians 2:6-16; John 6:44; 2 Corinthians 4:4-6...

Setting up your giving schedule If you want to use the app on a smartphone or tablet but haven’t yet installed it, download it by searching Church Center in the app store. Then select Faith Bible Church and log in usin...

This message finishes where last week’s left off: Biblical principles for addressing the tension some feel about Christians putting too much pressure on dating for marriage. The two principles proposed here are (1) The believer’s first respons...

Main idea: Five principles about debt to help us be faithful stewards of God’s money  Deal with your heart first (1 Timothy 6:6-19) Competing loves (10) Competing hopes (17) A generous G...

"For me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” -Philippians 1:21 Hymn Story Henri Abraham César Malan was a prolific composer of hymns in the early 19th century, as well as an a...

When the bank balance is low and the wallet is nearly empty, the understandable result is stress. I’ve had those times in my life, and they are no fun. And while there is no quick fix to those long nights of sleeplessness and days of concern, we...

The effects of sin are so broad and deep, our only hope overcoming and being freed from them is the grace of God. Ephesians 2:1-4; Romans 3:9-18; Isaiah 64:6; Jeremiah 17:9; 1 John 1:8-10....

It is a common claim in Christian circles that ‘dating should be for the purpose of marriage.’ And yet, what is also a common claim among believers is that there can be ‘too much pressure for marriage’ in dating. Do you feel the tension? W...

Genesis 1:26-28  Matthew 25:14-30 Main idea: Take hold of your privileges and responsibilities as God’s steward for a purposeful and satisfying life.  Consider the King and His ...

Fear and anxiety are a part of life. What causes you to be fearful and anxious? Is it your finances? Is it the fear of what others think? Perhaps it’s even the fear of death. Author Edward T. Welch offers a short guide to walk us away fr...

North Americans tell their children that Santa Claus delivers their Christmas gifts. Latin Americans give credit to “el niño Jesús” (the baby Jesus). Christmas tradition in Spain maintains that “los tres Reyes Magos” (the three wise men)...

Introduction Dominion describes God’s sovereignty and rule. However, the Sovereign One has also given dominion to humanity (Psalm 8:6, Genesis 1:28) who are made in His image. As we seek to be a loving commu...

The downloadable spreadsheet below is a suggested budget template. The percentages in the template are suggestions based on Biblical principles. Each person should decide on how to live out these principles through careful study, prayer and d...

How did he serve?  He gave up his life (Mark 10:32-34, Mark 10:45) He drank the cup (Mark 10:38-40)He paid the ransom (Mark 10:45) ...

Main idea: Thank God for the gifts of Christ’s first coming and hope in God for the gifts of his second coming. Thank God for the gifts of the first coming of ChristHope in God alone for the gifts of the second coming ...

God in his love has ordained that we can be his servants and children. God in his grace empowers that very service. As you read the stats from this year, give God the thanks and praise behind these efforts. From a ministry standpoint, 2022 was ano...

In this message, we pick up where we left off from the previous message. We address yet another tension in the dating conversation. The goal is to evaluate potential causes of these tensions, address them with Biblical principles, and then propose...

Main Idea: Jesus is the promised King, who has come to deliver those who repent from dwelling in the region and shadow of death into light and life. Take comfort in the coming of the King (Matthew 4:12-16) Respond ...

Author’s note: While we have no quotes from Joseph in the Bible, his experience was remarkable. The following is based on events described in Scripture, but it is only my personal perspective of what he may have been thin...

A survey of Christian college students and non-Christian Americans revealed some common tensions in the ‘dating’ conversation. For example: ‘It feels weird to date a guy/gal that’s one of my closest friends… and yet I want my future spou...

Redirect your hope to Christ amidst the gloom of a fallen and warring world by getting true perspective from Christ, giving your allegiance to Christ, and redirecting your hope to Christ. Introduction Main id...

A young man once asked me about saving for retirement. He wondered how it could be honoring to God, considering Scripture passages like Matthew 6:19-21 and Luke 12:13-21 that tell us not to store up treasures on earth. But other Scrip...

Trying to ‘date well’ can feel like navigating a hot air balloon through the depths of the Grand Canyon… blindfolded. And sometimes it feels like there are more questions and opinions on the matter than fish in the sea! Wouldn’t it be nice...

In this sermon we hear from Proverbs 31 about four enduring qualities of a woman who fears the Lord: Industry, Economy, Dignity, Exemplary. This passage has some surprises and a unique structure. Introduction ...

The Thanksgiving leftovers are gone, Black “Friday” is entering its second month, and trees are being lit all over town, as the collective attention of the world begins to turn toward Christmas. ’Tis the season for hustle, bustl...