Resources to help you understand Scripture, grow in faithful habits, and discover more favorite passages.
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Design & Dignity
God created every person with inherent value as His image-bearers. When we grasp our divine design, we learn to treat others with the honor and respect they deserve.
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No Accidental Positions
Esther 2:1-18 – A pagan king sought a replacement queen, and Esther’s beauty positioned her for a purpose far greater than appearances. With God, no position is accidental—only providential.
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2026 Sermon Planning Resource
Planning an entire year of sermons can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. The 2026 Sermon Planning Guide will help you pray, plan, and prepare with purpose so you can preach God’s Word faithfully all year long.
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Displaying Gentleness
Gentleness isn’t weakness—it’s strength under control. In a loud and harsh world, gentleness is the quiet strength that heals wounds, opens hearts, and reflects Jesus.
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Don’t Outsource What God Assigned to Parents
What if the future of your family’s faith doesn’t depend on your church—but on you? Discover the ancient command that could change how you raise your kids forever.
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Overlooked Treasures in Obscure Texts
Some parts of the Bible rarely get preached, but that doesn’t mean they’re less inspired or less valuable. Preaching obscure passages trains believers to see God’s truth in every chapter, mine deeply for meaning, and trust that all Scripture is profitable for life and godliness.
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When Power Goes Unchecked
Esther 1:1-22 – God’s people were exiles in a land where its leaders exemplified drunkenness, objectification, and all manner of sinful dysfunction. In this unconstrained society, God enacted a plan even though He was never mentioned or honored.
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One Story, One Savior: The Unity of the Bible
The Bible may look like a collection of ancient writings, but it is ultimately one unified story that points to one glorious truth: Jesus saves. Spanning centuries, continents, and cultures, Scripture reveals a consistent message of God’s redemptive plan for the world.
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Displaying Faithfulness
Faithfulness is rare in a world driven by trends and convenience. But God isn’t looking for flashy—He’s looking for faithful. Steady. Loyal. Committed. The kind of person who shows up, keeps their word, and finishes well.
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Evaluate Your Parents’ Marriage Before Starting Your Own
To have a healthy marriage, you need to evaluate how healthy your parents’ relationship was in your home growing up. This process might be the single issue that starts your marriage with the greatest potential to finish well.
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Created By Him and For Him
We were made by God, and we were made for God. Whenever we forget that truth, we find ourselves in all types of trouble.
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You Don’t Have to Prove Yourself to Jesus
We often live with pressure to prove ourselves to be accepted by others. The gospel reminds us that we are loved by God despite our performance for Him.
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What Church Green Rooms Communicate
If a worship ministry detaches from the people it is called to lead, it is difficult to guide them anywhere. The most effective leadership is the kind that is connected to the congregation.
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6 Tips for Preschool Ministry
A preschool’s ministry in a church is more than glorified babysitting. Consider these tips as you intentionally invest in the youngest people in your church family.
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Learn How to Love Your Wife
If husbands want to have a better marriage, then they need to do a better job of loving their wives. Do not wait around for your wife to make a change that you could start.
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5 Practical Values for a Church Staff
The staff sets the direction for a church’s ministry and also portrays the attitude that the rest of the church might imitate. To ensure it is a worthwhile replication, consider these five practical values for your church staff.
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Panama 2024 Recap
I joined a team of sixteen from our church to take the gospel to Panama. It was wondrous to see seasoned missionaries dig deeper and first-timers step outside their comfort zones with no desire to return to what is comfortable.
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Waypoint (May 2024)
Rocky Creek, we have another edition of Waypoint to remind us that even if we’re not there yet, we are getting there. It’s been an exciting few months to start 2024.
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The Culture Won’t Accept What the Church Doesn’t Know
Christians desire the culture to accept truths from a book that few of us read. Disciples of Jesus must decide to make biblical doctrines our priority before we ever expect anyone else to do the same.
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Meaningful Mourning
What causes you to be emotional? Is it sappy music or heart-stirring films? Do you get weepy at moving stories or happy reunions? Maybe you rarely feel emotions at all. What if I were to tell you that following Jesus should incorporate emotions?
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Spiritual Bankruptcy
We are taught to be strong. We are taught to have it all together. And if we are deficient, act like you are not. It’s the way we’ve always been taught, and it’s killing us. The strength we need is often in admitting our weakness. It’s time to go the second mile in acknowledging your…
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How to Have a Peaceful Family Gathering
We are on the verge of one of my favorite times of year – it is the Thanksgiving long weekend. Regardless of your specific traditions, these days are often characterized by food, family, and football, but for many of us, it’s also known for frustration. It’s time to go the second mile in having a…
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Focus on What You Can Control
We often obsess over things of which are not within our control. The concerns that occupy our minds are normally situations we can’t even influence. We can’t make changes regarding political policy, pandemic protocols, or worldwide worries. What can we do? It’s time to go the second mile focusing on what you can control.
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Praying for National Leaders
Over a week after the election for President of the United States, much of the country still feels in limbo. With one side claiming victory and the other side refusing to concede, this process may continue for quite some time. Don’t feel helpless or hopeless. It’s time to go the second mile in praying for…
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Waiting for the Election Results
If you stayed up late last night hoping to learn the status of the presidential election, you woke up with two realizations: you’re tired and we still don’t know anything. With tensions high now and people on alert, how should Christians respond?
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Identifying the Government’s Role
The United States of America is less than one week away from the polls closing on the 2020 election. Depending upon who wins, the administration will go in one of two very polarized directions. To what level should a Christian expect or desire?
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Determining Your Presidential Vote
How should a Christian determine the direction of his or her presidential vote? While no person has to know who you support, God will, so make sure you feel confident before him regarding your decision.
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Protecting Commissioned Objectives
Every day we draw nearer to the most contentious election of our lifetimes, and every moment we come closer to living in the aftermath of half of a country who is infuriated by the results. How do we, as Christians, keep the main thing the main thing? It’s time to go the second mile in…
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Avoiding Political Extremes
No matter how hard we try, we cannot escape from the increasing political tension. While we are one month from the presidential election, we are in the middle of numerous controversies. As a disciple of Jesus, don’t get caught into traps laid out for us. It’s time to go the second mile in avoiding political…
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The Wisdom Required to Finish Strong
As King Solomon instructed his son in the path of wisdom, he provided sound advice, which he personally failed to keep later in his life. Wisdom is not just about possessing the correct information but ensuring the proper application.
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A Woman’s Worth
While we all seek affirmation from others, the source from which we seek it will determine the course of our lives. God’s Word provides clarity for women regarding the type of worth they ought to esteem.
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When I’m Unsure If I Can Make It
Habakkuk became overwhelmed as he canvased his circumstances, but He held to the hope that God would provide him with the necessary strength. When the path seems too challenging, God equips us to endure the journey ahead.
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When God’s Timing Is Frustrating
God promised Habakkuk that He would right all the wrongs done by their enemies, but the timing seemed delayed. A belief in God’s sovereignty implies that we believe God does all things in the right way and at the right time.
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When God’s Plan Doesn’t Make Sense
The prophet Habakkuk could not understand how God could idly allow the sin of their enemies to continue unchallenged. If we believe God to be worthy of our complete trust, we must accept His plan even when it doesn’t make total sense.
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How to Survive Life’s Storms
All of us go through storms, but only some of us make it out of them. As Jesus concluded the Sermon on the Mount, he taught his listeners how to build the types of lives that can withstand life’s storms.
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The Make-Believer
Plenty of people know religious lingo and practice helpful service, but not all have an actual relationship with Jesus. Make sure that your faith isn’t make-believe.
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Two Sides of the Cross
On the cross, Jesus was surrounded by two other men – one desired release and the other redemption. Did you become a Christian to escape consequences or to embrace Christ?
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The Broken Rule
Instead of treating others the way we wish to be treated, we often repay others for what they have done. The remarkable standard of the kingdom is simple, yet few will accept it.
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Distinctly Hopeful
You can be hopeful in the midst of suffering in this life. Your confidence can be in the fact that Jesus can handle any situation that you encounter.