One enduring test of true Christianity is a deep love for the Father. This affection is evidenced by not loving the world, by doing the will of the Father, and by abiding in Him.

What does a truly Christian life look like?

In this message from 1 John 2:1–14, we explore the second mark of true Christianity: a life marked by holiness. John shows us that while Christians are not sinless, they are no longer characterized by sin. True faith produces obedience, love for others, and a growing likeness to Christ.

At the same time, this passage offers deep hope. When we do sin, we are not left in despair—Jesus is our righteous Advocate and the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Through Him, both the penalty and power of sin are overcome.

Wrong priorities and bad excuses cost many of us a vibrant relationship with God. The story of the Israelites in Haggai 1 offers us an opportunity at the turn of the year to reflect and refocus, and to decide whether we will trust God fully and pursue him passionately.

Jesus is the fulfillment and culmination of wisdom and the Proverbs. Come worship him for the wisdom of what he has made and the wisdom of what he has done!

Through the portrait painted in Proverbs 31 we see a glorious invitation for each woman to fulfill her God-given calling and pursue enduring character traits, with a key reminder of God's grace to fill in the gaps of our failures.

The Bible tells us to act like men and be strong. What does it mean to be a biblical man? Come explore the wisdom literature and Job 29 to see a model of a righteous man and the traits that characterize him.