E.p.i.c. Word Of Truth

On the sixth day, God crowned His creation with the pinnacle of His handiwork—humanity. In Genesis 1:26, we read, “And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.' This day was a culmination of divine design, as God fashioned man and woman, distinct from all other creatures, and breathed into them the breath of life. As we meditate on this truth, let us marvel at the intentionality and purpose with which God created us, setting us apart as bearers of His image and stewards of His creation. May we be steadfast in our commitment to God's Word, standing firm against the tides of skepticism and worldly wisdom. Let us go forth, proclaiming the glory of God's creation and the truth of His Word to a world in need of His saving grace.

In this message we delve into the profound truths of God's Word concerning two contrasting but intimately related aspects of our Christian walk: covetousness and contentment. This emphasizes that our entire lifestyle should be characterized by a lack of covetousness, showing that our behavior and attitudes should align with God's principles of contentment and trust in His provision. Likewise, this verse is also saying our entire lifestyle should be characterized by a state of contentment, and confidence in the fact our Lord and Savior will always be with us and never leave us nor forsake us. In Hebrews 13:5, the writer provides us with a powerful exhortation: urging us to live without covetousness, to live with contentment, and ultimately, to live with confidence in God's unfailing promises. Covetousness, the desire for things that belong to others, is a temptation that has plagued humanity since the dawn of time. From the Garden of Eden to our modern-day struggles, the allure of what others possess often le

It is not uncommon for us to approach God with preconceived notions of how we expect Him to answer our prayers. However, the Scriptures teach us to trust in His wisdom and not impose limitations on His ability to bless us. Proverbs 3:5-6 again says, "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." In the context of prayer, these verses remind us of the importance of trusting in the Lord completely. When we bring our requests before Him, we should not rely solely on our own understanding or limited perspective. Instead, we are called to trust in God's wisdom and leading. Trusting the Lord with all our hearts means: surrendering our desires, surrendering expectations, and surrendering our plans to Him. It involves acknowledging His sovereignty and believing that He knows what is best for us. This includes trusting the answer He gives us, even if it is different from what we expect or desire. When we acknowledge

As we delve into the Scripture, we are reminded that every word penned in the Bible is breathed out by God, serving as our guide to truth and life. In the beginning, the Almighty set forth the heavens and the earth, crafting each aspect with intentionality and purpose. As we ponder the vastness of creation, we find ourselves confronted with the ultimate question of purpose. Why did God create the universe, the earth, and all that dwells within? Our study reveals a Creator who delights in His creation, who establishes order, beauty, and life, and who desires to display His glory and share His love with beings created in His image. The timeline of creation is a topic of much debate and discussion. Yet, as we stand firm on the foundation of Scripture, we see clearly the testimony that the world was crafted by the divine Word in six literal days. This understanding not only aligns with the historical reading of Genesis but also affirms the power and authority of God’s Word. In a mere six days, the Lord brought fo

Genesis 1:1-3 is not merely the introduction to a sacred text; it is the foundation upon which our understanding of life, purpose, and God Himself rests. Let us draw our hearts near to these eternal truths as we wrap up this message this morning. First, we recognize the omnipotent Creator—"In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth." Not a force, not a collective consciousness, not evolution, not a big bang, not chance, but the Almighty God, who is sovereign and supreme, created the heaven and the earth. It is He who fashioned everything from the vast expanse of the universe to the intricate details of our being. Who among us will dare to challenge His authority or question His existence when all creation bears His signature? Next, the question stands before each one of us: Will you believe God? Not merely believe in Him but believe Him—take Him at His word. Genesis 1:1 doesn't just demand our acknowledgment; it requires our faith. In a world where truth is often considered relative, the truth of

Our text presents us not just with a narrative to admire but with a commission that demands our entire being—our hearts, our minds, and our actions. "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen." (Matthew 28:19-20). These words, spoken by our resurrected Lord, are not mere suggestions or dreams of what could be. They are the very essence of our calling as followers of Christ. This Great Commission is not optional; it is the cornerstone of our identity as disciples of Jesus. It is a charge to action, a call to arms in the spiritual battle for souls waged across the expanse of time and into the eternity that beckons. The world around us groans under the weight of sin, despair, and darkness. People are searching for hope, for meaning, and for salvation. We have the answer. We possess the message of the

Now, as we reflect on Resurrection Sunday, let us anchor our hearts and minds in the divine proclamation that forever altered the course of humanity and eternity itself. Hearken unto the words that shattered the chains of death and sin, "He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay." “He is not here: for He is risen!” The tomb is empty! He is not there! We serve a risen and eternally living Savior! This resurrection account here in Matthew is not merely a historical narrative to inspire the fainthearted. No, this is the very power of God unto salvation! Romans 10:9 says, “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” The resurrection is the key. The empty tomb is the eternal testament to the Lord Jesus Christ's victory over sin, death, and the devil. A victory not just witnessed in the annals of history but one that reverberates through every generation, calling eac

Jesus always describes discipleship in this way, as an “either/or” proposition. Either we follow Jesus, or we chase after the world. Either we seek to please Jesus, or we seek the approval of men. Either we serve God, or we serve wealth…you cannot serve both. Joseph and Nicodemus were good men – righteous men even – but until this moment, they were trying to have both. They wanted to remain on the Sanhedrin Counsel and with the approval of the other Pharisees and Sadducees…At the same time, they wanted credit for following a Messiah that the rest of the Counsel despised and wanted to kill. But there was literally no way they could have both…one allegiance would always win out over the other. This is the challenge facing every disciple of Jesus…we are called out of the world by our faith, and yet we remain in the world for a time. Jesus said we must be willing to “lose” this world so we can serve the interests of the next, and that means making different decisions, living differently, and having kingdom prior

As we reflect on the death of Jesus Christ on the cross, we are confronted with the reality of our own sinfulness and the immense sacrifice that was made for our salvation. In Matthew 27:45-50, we see the darkness that covered the land, the cry of abandonment from Jesus, and His final breath as He gave up His spirit. This scene should not only move us to tears but also to action. We must recognize the gravity of our sin and the weight of the sacrifice that was made on our behalf. The death of Jesus was not in vain, but rather it was the ultimate act of love that calls for our response. Jesus' death on the cross was the ultimate act of love because, as it is written in John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Jesus willingly sacrificed Himself for the salvation of humanity, out of love for us. As it is written in Romans 5:8, "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners

Everything hinges on knowing who God is and what He has done for us by His grace in Christ. He has given us great privileges, by speaking to us from Heaven through Jesus’ blood, and by giving us a kingdom that cannot be shaken. He is the great God, whose voice will shake both earth and heaven. He is a consuming fire. So, we have great responsibilities: we should take heed to serve Him with obedient, grateful, and reverent hearts. “See that ye refuse not him that speaketh” (v.25). Don’t tell God no. Do not refuse to do what God has clearly commanded us to do, what He is calling you do to. Let us not refuse to do for God what He expects us to do for Him as Christians. Remember, keep in mind, don’t forget the blood that was shed for your sins. Don’t forget how great our God is. Don’t forget how God speaks to us through the blood of Christ. Don’t forget the awesome power of God, how He will shake the heavens and the earth. And do not refuse to obey the God who is a consuming fire. Don’t say not to God! We are so

In this message we finish our look at the first beast (the Antichrist) and begin to look at the second beast (the False Prophet). We show how all will come to worship the Beast and the Dragon. We discuss how the main sin that is spoken against concerning the Beast and the Dragon is blaspheming God. We end talking about the False Prophet, how he completes the unholy false trinity and is used to get the whole world to worship the Dragon through the Antichrist. 

In this episode we are looking at the First of the two Beasts of Revelation chapter 13. We examine his background throughout Scripture, as we delve into the first three verses of Revelation chapter 13. We look at his character. We look at how Satan is a great counterfeiter. We look at his possible ethnic identity. We explain the significance of his title "The Son of Perdition." This message also compares and contrasts the Antichrist to Jesus Christ and starts to explain Satan's unholy counterfeit trinity. 

In this message we look at Enduring Faith. Faith that stays true to the Lord through His enabling. We are not promised an easy life. We are not promised all joy and no sorrow. But we can have God-confidence that will give us the strength we need to trust in Him and live this life by faith. 

The only options for a sinner are Christ or Judgment. The only options for those living in willful sin are Christ or Judgment. The only options for every man or women are Christ or Judgment. It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. Make sure Jesus Christ is your Savior. Choose Christ. The only option beside Christ is to choose to reject Christ and face an eternity of judgment in torments in the Lake of Fire. 

In this message we see how the resurrection of Jesus Christ turns tragedy into triumph in the life of those who accept Him as their Savior. We see how Mary Magdelene was the first person Jesus appeared to and how significant that was. We look at how significant it was that Peter and John ran to His empty tomb. We also consider the doubts Thomas had and how we must believe in Jesus and His gospel message by faith - by getting saved we truly turn the tragedy of a Hell-bound life into the triumph of a Heaven bound eternity. 

This message is about the trials and crucifixion of Christ and how that many things in John chapter 20 parallel to our current day and time. 

In this Word of Truth podcast, we are looking at same-sex relationships in light of the Bible. God's Word is crystal clear on the subject. But sometimes what is forgotten is that we are to love our neighbors as ourselves. We need to have a proper Biblical outlook and attitude regarding this issue. We also cannot compromise on what the Bible teaches. This podcast examines this subject and also offers some defense from common attacks to the Bible regarding issue. 

This podcast is about Transgenderism and a Christian response. There is no single issue that demands our attention more, right now as Christians, than this issue. This is sin goes against nature and God. Romans chapter 1 makes that abundantly clear. In our approach to this issue, we need to be frank, we need to stand strong, we cannot bend on this issue. We cannot compromise on this issue. But with this issue we also need to be full of compassion to those who are enslaved by this sin. 

We are in John chapter 18 considering Four Witnesses in Darkness. We are looking at the darkness of duty, the darkness of fear and discouragement, the darkness of self-importance, and the darkness of weakness and pragmatism. We look at these darkness's in light of the arrest and trials of Jesus. 

This is an important podcast to listen to. We consider the phrase "the days of Noah" and all that means to us today. We look at what was going on in "the days of Noah" and we parallel to what we can see today in our world. The Lord Jesus teaches us what to expect from society and the behavior of the world as we see "that day" approaching. As we see the time of the Lord's return getting near, we need to stay mission focused. We need to use this knowledge to motivate us to do the work of the Lord with more fervency.