Resources to help you understand Scripture, grow in faithful habits, and discover more favorite passages.
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The Upside-Down Kingdom
Luke 6:20-26 – Jesus described blessings and woes that invert the world’s values. If you belong to His kingdom, expect your priorities to look upside-down to those around you.
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Redemption
God rescued His people from slavery not by their strength, but through the blood of a substitute. The Passover points forward to Jesus, the perfect Lamb, whose sacrifice alone can turn away judgment and set us free.
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A Scripture Memory Plan That Works
Most people don’t struggle with the importance of Scripture memorization, but they struggle with how to actually do it. In this episode, we walk through a simple, sustainable plan that helps you start memorizing Scripture and actually stick with it over time.
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Coordinate Respectfully
Ministry requires more than good intentions; it requires thoughtful planning and clear coordination with others. When leaders count the cost, invite counsel, and communicate well, the team moves forward together instead of creating unnecessary confusion.
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Called by Name, Sent with Purpose
Luke 6:12-19 – Jesus intentionally chose His disciples and gave them authority in ministry assignments. If He has called you by name, He has also sent you with purpose.
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What You Stored Up Will Show Up
You don’t rise to the moment spiritually; you fall to what’s already inside you. In this episode, we explore how Scripture memorization guards your life, anchors your heart, and shows up exactly when truth is needed most.
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Counsel Thoroughly
Every ministry leader can take meaningful first steps in counseling by listening, encouraging, sharing Scripture, and praying with those in need. You do not have to solve everything at once, but you can offer real hope by pointing people to God and walking with them toward the next step.
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The Story of the Bible (Series Overview)
The Bible isn’t a random collection of stories; it’s one unified story pointing to Jesus Christ. Join us for The Story of the Bible, a four-week journey through creation, corruption, crucifixion, and commission to see how God’s plan of redemption weaves through every page of Scripture.
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The Lesson They’ll Never Forget
Your children may listen to what you say, but they will live what you show. The greatest lesson you’ll ever teach them about faith won’t come from your words but from your example.
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Mobilize & Maximize Presentation (October 2025)
As we step forward as a church, we are driven by a bold vision: to mobilize and maximize. This project is a church-wide movement rooted in our history and propelled by our unwavering mission to spread the gospel.
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Reconciled to Reconcile
We all know what it’s like to be wounded, but what about when we’ve been the ones who caused the pain? Jesus shows us a path toward peace, even when reconciliation feels out of reach.
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The Starting Line
Discipleship begins at conversion. If we want to see lives truly transformed, we must move beyond making converts to developing disciples who walk with Jesus and help others do the same.
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The Real Measure of a Young Man
Every young man wants to grow stronger, smarter, and more respected, but Jesus shows us how to grow the right way. In Luke 2:52, we see the real measure of a young man is not in his age or achievements, but in his wisdom, character, and walk with God.
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The Only Person Who Can Take You Out of the Game
Even the most gifted person can ruin their own progress when character can’t keep up with talent. True success isn’t about how fast you can run but about having the integrity to finish well without tripping yourself up.
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Forgiven to Forgive
Jesus tells a story (Matthew 18:21-35) that exposes both the shocking grace of God and the tragic irony of an unforgiving heart. If we truly grasp the weight of our forgiven debt, we will be compelled to extend forgiveness to those who have wronged us.
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Confronting the Right Way
Confrontation is never easy, but avoiding it only makes matters worse. Jesus gave us a better way—start private, bring a partner if needed, and involve a group if necessary—rather than passing gossip or posting online.
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Discipleship 101
Being a disciple isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about following Jesus closely and helping others do the same. Discipleship is simpler than we make it; it just takes commitment.
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Biblical Basis for Missions
The Bible does not contain missional sections; the Bible itself is a missional book. The overarching narrative of Scripture depicts a God going to a lost world with the hope of the gospel.
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Intro to Christian Missions
As followers of Jesus, our mission is to make disciples of all nations. Discover the redemptive plan of God and His expectation for how you are to be involved.
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The Entrust Podcast
There’s a new name. A new logo. What’s happening? We’re so glad you asked. Hear what God is doing through the Entrust Institute and our plans for the coming year.
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What Happens at the Final Judgment?
There is coming a day when Jesus will declare the eternal state for every person. What Jesus will do with us then depends on what we do with Him now.
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Will Christians Have to Endure Tribulation?
Scripture is clear that a severe period of Tribulation will impact the earth before the end. People disagree on the presence of Christians on the earth during that time.
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What Will the Return of Christ Be Like?
Christians believe Christ will return but disagree on how His return will progress. An understanding of the coming millennium is essential to how someone will interpret this concept.
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What Must a Church Do?
Jesus expects a local church to do their part in carrying out the Great Commission. Our activities, when we gather together, should originate from His call on our lives.
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What Makes a Church?
Since a local church is a body instead of a building, certain necessary distinctives must be present. To have a biblical church, we cannot ignore biblical requirements.
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Who Are the People of God?
We will never understand what the Church should do until we know what the Church actually is. The Church is the people of God united for the purposes of God.
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Can You Lose Your Salvation?
The chance of losing salvation depends on whose work it is ultimately. While we could undeniably fumble, God is entirely faithful.
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Reclaiming Contentment
Stuff can’t save us, but that doesn’t stop us from thinking that the more that we have, the more contented we can become. The reality is that we must prioritize a settled disposition in our lifetime if we are going to survive materialistic traps.
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Making Better Prayer Times
Even though prayer can be very challenging to stay consistent with focus and direction, we all know of its important for our lives. With some simple adjustments, you can create more effective times of prayer that will cause you to desire it more. It’s time to go the second mile in making better prayer times.
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Getting Over the Fear of Evangelism
Nothing strikes fear into the heart of a disciple quite like the expectation to share Christ with another person. We must learn to embrace our commitment to Jesus so much that it becomes an easy thing for us to talk about Jesus to others.
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Rejecting Teenage Apathy
Our culture doesn’t expect much from teenagers, but that doesn’t mean that Jesus feels the same way. Throughout the pages of Scripture and over the course of history, God has repeatedly used young people in incredible ways.
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Open Homes & Deep Relationships
We live in a society where we oftentimes revert to isolation rather than embracing community. Understanding that we are in need of deep relationships, we lack the prioritized time to see those connections thrive.
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Something Worse Than Being Single
While the desire to find someone and eventually be married isn’t a wrong thing, you must be careful not to settle. Wait for the right person and the right time.
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Jesus Will Make You Pick a Side
If you really follow Jesus, He will demand you to express clear allegiance. Your relationship with Him will also cause others to determine their interaction with you based on how connected you are to Him.
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Healthy Friendships
Whoever is nearest to you will have the greatest influence upon you. There’s no way around it. Our relationships determine how well we can follow Jesus.
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4 Steps to Consistent Bible Study
Plenty of people struggle to keep a consistent Bible reading plan due to numerous distractions that consistently keep us from this necessary discipline. These four steps can help you stay faithful in a habit that can change your life for the better.
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Why Some Christians Never Grow Up
When someone receives the gospel, that individual starts the journey of discipleship. We often classify such new believers as spiritual infants. But what happens if those young in their faith never grow past their initial faith commitment?
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Power Corrupts and Injustice Continues
Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:3 – As long as people have authority over others, injustice will be rampant. Political and financial influences govern our society, and these structures reveal how people often take advantage of others.
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No Amount of Stuff Will Ever Satisfy
Ecclesiastes 2:1-26 – We can experience pleasures, obtain possessions, and intensify pursuits, and still feel empty inside. Even if we have all this world tries to offer, we will not find satisfaction here.
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Why Life Often Seems Pointless
Ecclesiastes 1:1-18 – Even when King Solomon had everything, he felt it was all for nothing. No matter how personally successful you are, you will reach a place where you question the meaning of life’s pursuits.
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The True Vine
John 15:1-8 – We cannot settle for a human intermediary to regulate our relationship with God. Jesus has invited us to know Him and to abide with HIm closely.
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The Way, the Truth, and the Life
John 14:1-11 – Life is short, eternity is long, and each of us will spend somewhere forever. We can confidently trust Jesus because He has prepared a place in heaven for His followers.
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The Light of the World
John 8:12-20 – In a world full of darkness, Jesus claimed to be the light that each of us needs. His illumination provides insight into who He is and clarity about where we should go.
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The Bread of Life
John 6:22-40 – For people who desired another heavenly handout, Jesus offered Himself as the only thing to sustain us. Only through Christ can you be truly satisfied.
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The Resurrection and the Life
John 11:17-44 – Outside of Lazarus’ tomb, it appeared as if death had claimed another victim. Jesus proved His power over death through resurrection and now invites us to come alive.
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The Good Shepherd
John 10:11-18 – Jesus refused to flee when our endangered souls were in dire need. We marvel at the Good Shepherd who laid His life down for us on the cross to save us from our sinful wanderings.