Before the foundation of the world, God had a purpose in mind for those who would one day be in Christ: that we should be “holy and without blame before Him in love” (Ephesians 1:4). In this encouraging teaching by Frank Garcia, we examine what it means to be holy, set apart unto God, and blameless, free from guilt and …
The Love Behind the Ten Commandments
Perhaps no portion of the Bible is more widely recognized than the Ten Commandments. People throughout the world are familiar with them, yet they are often misunderstood. Many see them primarily as stern demands that must be obeyed to avoid God’s judgment. Others regard them as merely “Old Testament law,” applicable only to the people of Israel before the Messiah …
Act Like It Matters
If what we believe is true, it should show up in how we live. Not in theory or intention, but in action. It is easy to say something matters. It is much harder to live like it does. Most of us would say our faith matters, that God matters, and that what Jesus accomplished matters. Yet when I step back …
Jesus’s Gethsemane Choice
Jesus of Nazareth was no ordinary human. He was extraordinary in every way, and he demonstrated the depth of his godly character throughout his life. This section of Hebrews is just one of many biblical testimonies to the depth of Jesus’ commitment to loving God and people. The author of Hebrews, after providing multiple examples of believers who lived and …
WHERE IS MY JOY?
In 21st-century life, it can feel increasingly difficult to find a reason for joy. Each day we are confronted with images of rebellion, strife, and turmoil around the world. From all appearances, the world seems to be racing toward self-destruction and ruin. Has there ever been a time like the present? When we read Scripture, however, we quickly discover that …
Steadfast Love That Cannot Fail
This teaching on Psalm 89 walks through one of Scripture’s most profound declarations of God’s covenant faithfulness. Rich unfolds the psalm’s poetic structure, showing how it moves from praise to tension and back to trust—anchored in the unshakable lovingkindness of Yahweh. At the heart of the psalm is God’s covenant with David, a promise ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ and …
Joy That Holds In A Shaking World
Joyous New Year! As we step into 2026, it’s worth acknowledging something we all already know: some hard things will happen this year. There will be disappointments, interruptions, and moments that test our patience and faith. Circumstances will not always make us “happy.” But Scripture never calls us to chase happiness—it calls us to choose joy. And the joy of …
The Depth of Prayer
Marc Dickie delivers a stirring message that true faith is not proven by words or mental assent but by obedience to God. To believe while living in disobedience is a contradiction, for surrendering our will to God’s commands is the only path to genuine spiritual freedom. He warns against diluted doctrines that reduce faith to surface-level practice, reminding us that …
Humility To God Is Service To Humanity
Gary Lee Corns emphasized the importance of humility and service, using Jesus’ example of washing the disciples’ feet to illustrate how true Christianity is expressed. He taught that following Jesus involves loving and serving others, rather than focusing on church growth, programs, or simply accumulating knowledge. Obedience to Christ’s commandments, such as those in the Sermon on the Mount, leads …
Fellowship with the Father
Franco Bottley shared that prayer is not performance or simply asking God for things but a conversation that nurtures genuine fellowship with the Father. He encouraged believers to move past intimidation and misconceptions about prayer, seeing it instead as open communication that builds relationship with God just as communication is essential in all relationships. Prayer is not meant to move …