The Bible says without faith it is impossible to please God. But God isn't holding back his plans and purposes until we decide to believe. Can you imagine how little God could do if he was always waiting for someone's faith to catch up? We'll discuss that today in our study of Luke Luke chapter one. Luke 1:1-25…

It's never too late to turn over a new leaf to make positive changes.And today, pastor Ray helps us see how our plans and prayers and dreams can be a part of our walk with the Lord. It's one of the essentials will uncover as pastor Ray launches an in-depth study today in the Gospel of Luke. Luke 1:1-25…

Passover SpecialThe Bible is full of fascinating insight. Some is obvious from the text, some is less obvious because it lies just below the surface. Today, pastor Ray helps us dig a little deeper into the joys celebration of Passover. He'll explain how it paints a picture of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. Here's pastor Ray to begin. Let's open …

Passover SpecialGod wants believers to be holy, to be set aside for his kingdom purposes. Today, pastor Ray points out the practical meaning of holiness. Let's open our Bibles to the gospel of Mark chapter 14. We're going to look at the Last Supper that Jesus had with the disciples and talk about Jesus as our Passover.…

God could have disseminated his message of love anywhere he wanted, but he chose people. And to the people he chose. He gives them power to be his ambassadors. And today, Pastor Ray points out, along with his charge to share his love, he protects those in his service until their earthly time is up. Mark 16:12…

Important facts are often backed up with confirmation. Reporters should try to secure multiple sources for testimony is often confirmed with multiple witnesses. Well, today, Pastor Ray points out our forgiveness of sin was paid for by Jesus crucifixion, and it was confirmed when Jesus rose again. Mark Chapter 16…

Jesus lived the life of a pauper. We read of no real earthly possessions. He didn't live paycheck to paycheck. He lived meal to meal. And yet, after his death, his body was laid in a rich man's tomb. What's the significance of that and why that gesture of generosity? Well, we'll find out today. Mark 15:42-47…

We all know that Jesus paid for our sins on the cross, but that sacrifice was surrounded by circumstances and symbolism that yield great insights into God's plan and the Lord's care for you and me. Glad you're along for our studies in the Gospel of Mark today and our careful study of the Crucifixion.Mark 15:33…

Is Jesus some ivory towers savior who rules from on high but doesn't know the plight of the common man? No. He came to Earth as a common man and experienced real pain like we do. Even to the point of being brutally beaten and crucified today. What encouragement and reassurance that offers. Mark 15:21…

We refer to Jesus as Lord. It's as if it's a second name or a term of endearment. Actually, if Jesus is Lord, He's in charge. Calling Jesus, Lord means we acquiesce. We yield to His leadership and direction. And today, Pastor Ray points out Jesus invited that devotion. Mark 15:21-32โดย Ray Bentley