What do you do when following Jesus gets costly? As we continue walking through 1 Peter, we’re reminded that persecution, pressure, rejection, and suffering have always been part of the story of God’s people—but they never get the final word. Peter writes to believers who are scattered, misunderstood, and facing real opposition, yet he keeps pointing them ... Show More
Jul 2025
A Prayer for Boldness to Stand for Biblical Values
In a world filled with doubt, distraction, and pressure to walk away from truth, how can we stand firm in our faith and speak boldly about what matters most? In this episode, Amanda Idleman talks about growing deep roots in Christ, building our identity in God’s Word, and learnin ... Show More
5m 19s
Aug 2022
Let Christ Light a Fire in You
<p>Friends, the readings for this weekend are tough. Here is the principle behind them, one that is simple to state, but difficult to take in: in a world gone wrong, those who come to us speaking and embodying the truth are going to be opposed. In our first reading from Jeremiah ... Show More
14m 41s
Nov 2021
What Is the Apocalypse?
<p>Friends, there is something dark, threatening, and a little bit dire about the Gospel reading today, but through it, we see that death is not the final word. We’ve listened to the noise of the world for long enough, and now we need a new spiritual guide to lead us out of our c ... Show More
14m 30s