Jesus’ new commandment to love one another as He has loved us transcends the old law’s requirements and introduces a grace-based standard of love. This shift from a self-based love to a Christ-centered love exemplifies the perfection of God’s love, which we are now called to emulate. Therefore, our righteousness, grounded in faith and the completed…

Both the Law and Grace operate on an all-or-nothing basis. The Law demands perfection, offering no partial credit, and drives us out when we fail. In contrast, Grace draws us in, offering complete forgiveness and restoration through faith in Jesus Christ. Remember, it is not our adherence to the Law but our faith in His grace that establishes our r…

The Bible takes us on an epic journey to answer one single question: “How can I be right with God?” Jesus gives us the answer in Matthew 5 when He commands that you be PERFECT, just like God. And while this was never possible to achieve by human effort, God made it available by simple faith. Join us this season as we see God’s plan of perfection un…

The Bible takes us on an epic journey to answer one single question: “How can I be right with God?” Jesus gives us the answer in Matthew 5 when He commands that you be PERFECT, just like God. And while this was never possible to achieve by human effort, God made it available by simple faith. Join us this season as we see God’s plan of perfection un…

The Bible takes us on an epic journey to answer one single question: “How can I be right with God?” Jesus gives us the answer in Matthew 5 when He commands that you be PERFECT, just like God. And while this was never possible to achieve by human effort, God made it available by simple faith. Join us this season as we see God’s plan of perfection un…

The Bible takes us on an epic journey to answer one single question: “How can I be right with God?” Jesus gives us the answer in Matthew 5 when He commands that you be PERFECT, just like God. And while this was never possible to achieve by human effort, God made it available by simple faith. Join us this season as we see God’s plan of perfection un…

The Bible takes us on an epic journey to answer one single question: “How can I be right with God?” Jesus gives us the answer in Matthew 5 when He commands that you be PERFECT, just like God. And while this was never possible to achieve by human effort, God made it available by simple faith. Join us this season as we see God’s plan of perfection un…

The Bible takes us on an epic journey to answer one single question: “How can I be right with God?” Jesus gives us the answer in Matthew 5 when He commands that you be PERFECT, just like God. And while this was never possible to achieve by human effort, God made it available by simple faith. Join us this season as we see God’s plan of perfection un…

Jesus uses the contrast between the rich young ruler and Zacchaeus to illustrate the difference between law and grace. The rich young ruler’s reliance on the law left him lacking, while Zacchaeus, a sinner, received salvation through grace. This powerful comparison reminds us that salvation is not about our efforts to meet the impossible standards …

The purpose of the Law was to expose our sin and highlight our need for a Savior. We saw how it left us perpetually striving for perfection, only to reveal our inability to achieve it. However, with God, what is impossible for men becomes possible, as He offers perfect righteousness as a gift through faith, freeing us from the impossible demands of…

Jesus often distinguishes the difference between Law and Grace, hiding these deep spiritual truths in plain sight through stories and parables. If you don’t know what to look for, you’ll miss it. His teachings on Grace offer us rest and relief from our spiritual labors, pointing us towards a new covenant of righteousness based on faith rather than …

The teachings of Jesus, often marked by contrasting “Red Letters,” help us discern between the burden of the Law and the rest provided through Grace. He emphasizes that He has already taken the weight of perfection, urging believers to seek rest in Him rather than striving for righteousness through their own efforts. While the Law reveals our sins …

Jesus’ words are more than mere stories; they are divine revelations meant to transform our understanding of faith and the essence of the gospel. These narratives underscore the profound truth that our relationship with Christ is the cornerstone of eternal life, not the mere accumulation of good deeds or religious observance. Let’s embrace the gosp…

The Old and New Testaments alike are resounding reminders that God’s plan has always been about His grace, not our merit. Even in the Gospels, Jesus’ life and parables prepare us for this era of grace, inviting us to choose between living under the impossible weight of the Law or embracing the glorious freedom of righteousness by Grace.…

God doesn’t bless us by tallying up our strongest efforts and weighing them against our worst moments. Instead, He freely blesses because of what Jesus did. God freely gives us His entire life at no expense to yourself. Jesus did all the work and took all your sins so that you could simply rest, knowing that your righteousness is a result of His Gr…

The resurrection cements the profound truth that through Jesus, perfection is achieved, and our sins are forgiven, making us the perfect temple for God’s Spirit. This realization invites us to embrace our identity as God’s dwelling place, perfected for all time by Christ’s sacrifice, and to live in the light of His grace, free from the debts of sin…

The Resurrection is proof that you have been acquitted of your sins, reminding you that your salvation is complete! The intricate plan of salvation and its flawless performance demonstrate just how far God would go to satisfy justice in forgiving the world. Receive the result of Jesus’ resurrection, knowing that because He lives, so now do you!…

The Feast of Pentecost foreshadowed the greatest moment in world history – The New Covenant was launched by the giving of the Holy Spirit, bringing the world into the ear of Grace! With God’s Spirit moving out of the temple and into the heart of the believer, we are free to always enjoy His promise of oneness!…

Jesus is the very first person to inherit eternal life, literally never to die again. By calling something the “first”, it holds that more like it will follow. By Christ being the first to receive eternal life, you can be fully confident that you will follow in like manner! Let’s honor Christ with our lives, acknowledging that in giving His first f…

By Adam Newell

The Feast of Unleavened bread foreshadows the profound influence of Christ, anticipating Jesus’ sacrificial role and the eradication of sin’s influence through His righteousness. By embodying the substance of these ancient shadows, Christ fulfills the Law, transforming the symbolic leaven of sin into the unleavened bread of purity and righteousness…

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Every shadow from the Feasts of the Lord point to the substance that is Christ, culminating in the ultimate demonstration of God’s grace through the Passover. The blood of Jesus, our Passover Lamb, has not only redeemed us from the bondage of sin and death but has also secured our eternal inheritance. This grace, freely given because of Jesus’ sacr…

Book V of the Psalms brings us to the apex of praise, demonstrating to all humanity that God is good and faithful. His power is clearly seen in creation and serves as a reminder that His same power is available to us today in all of life’s moments. As the doxology to the entire book of Psalms announces, “Praise the Lord!”…

In Book IV of the Psalms, the faithful are guided from the depths of despair to the heights of joyful adoration. This progression mirrors our own spiritual journeys, reminding us that through every season of sorrow and joy, God’s presence remains a constant source of comfort and strength. As we traverse from lament to praise, we are invited to trus…

Book III of the Psalms reflects a dark and difficult time for Israel. Reading it carefully, we come away with reminders of how hard life can be, even knowing God is on your side. May we always remember the filter of the Cross as we read through the Psalms, relating to their pain, but thankful for God’s permanent presence!…

Book II of the Psalms offers us a rich tapestry of emotional experiences, weaving through despair, igniting desire, and culminating in the uplifting embrace of hope. In this journey, we are reminded of the ever-present love of God, even in our most challenging moments. May these timeless words inspire us to always trust God, finding peace and stren…

The book of Psalms is a brilliant collection of Jewish poetry, worship, lament, and instruction. Strategically gathered and organized over centuries, it gives us incredible insight into a nation’s story of salvation, and the comforting reality of man’s journey with God. As a Christian, enjoy reading the up and downs of the Psalms with the always-pr…

Let’s start the new year off with some much-needed encouragement of Who is with us and in us. Some of us have been beat up over the past year and need a healthy reminder that God is great and His presence is with us always. Receive today’s message as a kickstart to a healthy and joyful year to come!By Brandon Ball

In concluding yet another year, the mission of this church remains as resolved as ever – to communicate consistently and effectively the true Gospel to the world. We will always preach the result of the Cross, making the stunning announcement to the world that they are no longer dirty and distant, but are now known to God as clean and close!…

Christmas reminds us that Jesus came to be a light to this world. As His own family, you are the continuation of that light, bringing hope to the world through your words and deeds. Preach peace through Christ and bring light to a world lost in darkness!By Brandon Ball

Your faith in what Jesus did, removing all your sin and bringing you into peace with God, is the catalyst for the Godly behavior the world needs to see. Feed your faith by the constant reminder of your redemption and let the resulting life be a great light to the world!By Brandon Ball

Great faith is not reflected in as a quantity of faith, but rather a quality of faith. Great faith is understanding who Jesus is and embracing the results of His life. Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection is the fulfillment of God’s plan to save humanity. Growing in this knowledge is living a life of great faith!…

Your faith in what Jesus did is what gains you right-standing with God. Just like Abraham believed, and righteousness was credited, so too we simply believe in Jesus’s work as the Christ, making us perfectly right with the Father. Jesus is the completed will of God for all to receive a full pardon for their sins!…

You are a gift to the Body of Christ – as Paul says, “You’ve been given a measure of the faith.” That is, you’ve been given a part to play in the operation of Christ’s body. Jesus is demonstrated through you to the world, so let’s properly represent Him so all can clearly see how much they are loved by God!…

In Hebrews 11, Faith is not taught as a tool that believers use to get more stuff. Instead, it is taught as the coming means of righteousness, as demonstrated by the forefathers. The Church must protect the sanctity of the faith, guarding Biblical language that points the world to the only true source of life – Jesus!…

The crucifixion of Jesus is the culmination of the will of God in the world. His plan and promise were fulfilled in that moment. Instead of trying to make that better by adding in human traditions, we should do like Paul said and “forget everything” except the brilliance of Jesus’ triumph in bringing God’s life to all!…

Jesus accomplished God’s will for your life when He made righteousness available by faith alone. As His child, you are always in His will according to this promise. Instead of guessing and stressing try resting in this truth and enjoy your life, all because of what Jesus did!By Brandon Ball

Every life is filled with ups and downs. That’s just what Scripture sets us up to expect. The great secret, revealed in the New Covenant, is that God is always with you, even in life’s hardest. We don’t lose heart, knowing that God has something marvelous waiting for us, just on the other side of planet earth!…

Because of what Jesus did, every believer has met God’s standard of absolute perfection. You are, therefore, well-pleasing to a holy and awesome God. What a triumph Jesus won at the Cross, bringing the world into union with God by simple faith!By Brandon Ball

We are instructed to walk by faith and not by sight. That is, we are considered righteous by faith while alive in this body. When we get to heaven, we won’t need faith but will see the result of our righteousness. This is not a suggestion to hold on until things get better. This is an instruction on just how to experience God’s eternal promise – by…

Jesus is the life of God. He is the essence and beauty of the Father. And His gift of eternal life is far superior to any threat of death in this natural body. Death isn’t the end for the believer. It’s actually the triumph of life as we enter our eternal promise!By Brandon Ball

Our blessed hope is the guarantee that one day Jesus will make everything right that is broken in this world. This is our great promise from God and brings us great courage to finish our race on this earth with joy, knowing that such a reward is just beyond this world.By Brandon Ball

Jesus is the message of eternal life. He is the confession of our hope, by whom the world has received a full pardon from their sins. There is no need to threaten people in an effort to get more love and good works out of them. Instead, preach the Gospel well, and lives will change!By Brandon Ball

The Holy Spirit is interested in one thing – reminding you of what Jesus accomplished in making you Right with God. As God’s love for you becomes the motivating factor in your daily living, you will find it easier and easier to walk in love with the world around you.By Brandon Ball

Jesus is the word of God. That is to say, He is the fulfillment of God’s message to the world that salvation was on the way! This New Covenant with God is one of rest and peace, not toil and pain. Because of what Jesus did, we can enjoy every moment of this life, knowing that God is with us!By Brandon Ball

By Cody Prickett

As believers in the work of Christ, our confidence with God is built on only one thing – the work of Christ. Once the truth of Grace is received, it would be foolish to draw back to the old method of righteousness, which was entirely built on your effort. God’s grace is a miracle that should be celebrated from now to eternity!…