Big idea: God blesses His people so that they can share His blessing with others. Behold the God who blesses. God Almighty = El Shaddai = All-Sufficient God Before whom we walk S...

Main idea: Trust in God produces faithful actions even in difficult situations. Do right (Genesis 45:1-3)Trust right (Genesis 45:4-46:7)God is sovereign (Genesis 45:5-8)God provides (Gen...

Big idea: Look for the unmistakable evidence of God’s true change. Change in guiltChange of heartChange of trustChange in love Confess your guiltSeek unity...

God has specific requirements for wives and husbands. The husband is to lead in a servant-hearted and sacrificial way, and the wife is to supportively submit as unto the Lord. This is all for the purpose of being a picture of Christ and his love f...

Introduction Romans 2:4 Big Idea: It’s God’s work to produce guilt and ownership in reconciliation. Patiently wait for God to work out circumstances. (42:1-5)Trust God to flush out guilt. ...

We often approach life and relationships with the selfish question, “What’s in it for me?” But that is not what the Lord wants our focus to be. A person praying the petitions of the Lord’s prayer for his or her dating relationships will se...

Just as we need to prepare for the day when we see Jesus face to face at the marriage of the Lamb, those who want to get married someday will want to date someone. A person who will date well will be pursuing personal holiness and praying for some...

This message introduces the topic of dating, bringing up some of the myths in our culture, and giving a summary of what the Bible says about healthy relationships, dating, and marriage. Reference: Revelation 19....

Jesus clearly commanded Christians to love one another. He also affirmed the Old Testament commandment that we should love our neighbors as ourselves. That phrase from Leviticus 19:18 sums up a long list of ways God said His people sh...

Introduction Big Idea: In all service, keep a ready eye on God’s providence. Commit Pray John 14:13-14 James 1:5-6 Wait Give thanks Give testimony...

Big idea: God is keeping His promises, so you must keep calling on Him. In a season of blessingIn a season of family strifeIn a season of sufferingIn a season of national strife ...

This is one of several stories complementing the Trusting God summer series.  Click here to r...

The art of fiction and poetry writing is often misunderstood. This is an issue because storytelling is an essential way we communicate complex or difficult realities. Jesus was a storyteller—he used parables to speak truth about ourselves, the w...

If you were to stop by Faith Bible Church about 3:30 on the third Saturday of the month, you would find Mike Sawatzky setting up tables and chairs in the Reception Room and getting the kitchen ready for other volunteers who will arrive soon after ...

Sharing God's gifts brings joy, humility Roy and Elizabeth Anderson have been part of Faith Bible Church since it began. After spending a few years out of state, in 2009 they returned to Spokane, where God provided them with a spacious h...

Introduction Main idea: Trust God’s good plan and Christ’s redeeming work to be faithful and flourish as male or female. Trust your Creator-King’s good plan. “Have you not read that he who created them from the be...

Introduction Trusting God’s Grace in a Fallen World We saw in Genesis 1-2 the glory of God at creation. He created a very good heavens and earth where he chose to dwell with the man and woman he cr...

“Are you in a small group?” You probably heard that question a few times early in your time at Faith Bible Church. That’s because we’re a big church and depend on small groups for our closer relationships...

Creating a context for connections Christine Pyle welcomed me into her home to enjoy some delicious Korean Beef Tacos and discuss large-scale hospitality. I couldn’t say “wow” enough regarding the food, as well as&nb...

Main idea: Unity and Love for fellow Christians will mark the church that loves Jesus. Shoulder the load of missions (1 Corinthians 16:5-12).Stand firm in the faith and love (1 Corinthians 16:13-14)Subject yourself ...

Josh Gilchrist and Jeremy Rainbow teach on Ephesians 6:1-9 covering what is looks like to walk worthy within families and workplaces. God has specific order that he has created, and he longs for people to ultimately honor one another. Authority is...

Those called to belong to Christ should know their spiritual surroundings and step carefully in wisdom, seeking to do what pleases the Lord. Believers must also choose to be filled with the Holy Spirit and live worshipful lives with one another....

Main idea: Love believers by using your gifts to build them up. Pursue what builds up the church not yourself Upbuilding: Encouragement: Consolation: Pursue what is beneficial not what...

Main idea: Love others with your spiritual gifts because love, not the gifts, is greatest. Seize on love’s permanence Stand on Love’s Greatness Automated Transcription ...

Main idea: Strive to live in love because it is what makes you valuable in the Body of Christ. Value Love Properly (1 Corinthians 13:1-3)Verify Love’s Presence (1 Corinthians 13:4-7) A...

Let God shape your view on gender and roles through His authoritative word. He is good, and His design is good. He is the ultimate authority on all things; He has set a pattern that began in Genesis....

Many summers ago, I dared to hope for more. I didn’t want to – I tried not to – but I couldn’t help but fall for that boy with whom friendship came so easily. I didn’t want to hope for it, because I knew what would be comin...

One of my family’s favorite wintertime cozy dinners is Butternut Squash Sausage Pasta. This creamy dish features the Alfredo recipe from generations back in my Sicilian family and pairs well with salad, green beans, broccoli or any ...

Main idea: Christians are called to reflect God’s created order in the home, in the church, and as a witness to the culture. 1. Understand Headship The reality of headship (order and function, not essence – v. 3)...

What does the Bible have to say about sexual desires and relationships? What is to be done if you or a loved one is experiencing same-sex attraction? How do we engage a world that says your identity is bound up i...

John 4 and the woman at the well  Main Idea: In any state of marriage or singleness, pursue undivided devotion to the Lord. Compelled to get marriedNot compelled to get marriedWidowed S...

Main idea: Navigate the challenges of singleness, engagement, and marriage with undivided devotion to the Lord. In present troublesIn a fleeting worldIn mutual concerns To those considering singlen...

Introduction “God hates divorce” correction: Malachi 2:16, Ezra 9 and 10, and Jeremiah 3:6–10 v. 10: “… not I, but the Lord, …” v. 12: “… I say, not the Lord, …” Main idea: Pau...

Main idea: Glorify God in your body according to the passion gift he has given you Recognize God’s differing gifts Recognize God’s differing goodnessConsidering a life of intentional singleness...

Introduction Sexual intimacy created, corrupted, and redeemed Main Idea: The married are to honor God with their bodies by mutual, not selfish, sexual fulfillment. Seek exclusive fulfillment. Colossians 2:...

Main idea: God made sex special, but not ultimate, so no matter what glorify God with your body. Correct your view of the body (6:12-14).Correct your view about your body’s relationship to Christ (6:15-17).Glorify ...