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All of us experience times of desperation, but as James Montgomery Boice said, "If you understand those two words, 'But God,' they will save your soul. If you recall them daily and live by them, they will transform your life completely." In this series, Skip Heitzig explores the "but God" moments of David, Jonah, Moses, and other biblical figures, encouraging us to let the Lord turn our personal periods into pivot points.

Paul wrote to the Colossians to counteract Gnosticism, a mixture of heresies that had invaded the church. The theme of the book, as Skip Heitzig teaches, is that the believer is complete in Christ.

After Jesus ascended into heaven, his followers were tasked with spreading the good news of salvation "in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth" (Acts 1:8). The book of Acts details the early church's rapid growth as they received the Holy Spirit and carried out the Great Commission to a world that was hungry for it. In this verse-by-verse study, Skip Heitzig teaches how we can be effective witnesses for Jesus Christ in the world today, and we learn how God continues his work through the spirit-empowered church.

The Psalms were the songbook for worship for the ancient nation of Israel. Pastor Skip Heitzig examines these beautiful expressions of praise, supplication, and worship of God.

We're all on the lookout for helpful tips for everyday tasks. Whether it's a kitchen hack for tear-free onions or a cleaning hack for a mess-free microwave, people are eager to save time and effort. Your walk with Christ can be more consistent, simple, and satisfying with Spirit Hacks: Tips and Tools for Mastering Your Spiritual Life. Let's do this.

Daniel, a fascinating book of prophecy, is one of the most important books of the Bible regarding the end times. Pastor Skip Heitzig takes it verse-by-verse and gives steps for practical application from Daniel's life to our own.

While Jesus hung on the cross, He made seven unique statements. In this study, Pastor Skip Heitzig examines each of these statements and helps us understand the meaning and eternal significance of these final words of Christ, spoken during the greatest act of love ever demonstrated.

As a physician, Luke focused on the humanity of Jesus and presented Him as the son of man. In our study of this gospel, Pastor Skip Heitzig takes us through Luke's methodical account of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection so that we may "know the certainty of those things in which [we] were instructed" (Luke 1:4).

What does the word "church" mean to you? Jesus said the church is His and that He would build it. He also said the church is a group of people, not a place. This study looks at the spiritual condition of the church throughout history. These letters are from Jesus to real churches with real conditions and have significant application to our lives today.

In the series Technicolor Joy: A Study through Philippians, we learn how to find joy in the most unlikely places as we discover that God can add color to the most black and white moments in life.

In this series, Whatever Happened to Christmas? by pastor Skip Heitzig, we are discovering why Christmas is so special and why it is important to celebrate its true meaning. There is a clear difference between Christmas traditions and the truth, between the historical and the hoopla, and between fantasy and reality. Through this series we'll determine the distinguishing truth behind this special celebration.

Before entering the Promised Land, Moses reminded Israel of their history and the covenant they made with the Lord. The Book of Deuteronomy details that covenant, looking at God's promises of cursing and blessing. In this study, Skip Heitzig unpacks those promises and explores the truths found in this still-relevant book of law.

Jesus is the visible likeness of the invisible God, and all things were made by Him, from the majestic Milky Way to the fruit fly hovering around your overripe bananas. In between galaxies and fruit flies is where most of life happens: work or school, family and friendships, health, hobbies, and entertainment. In Paul’s letter to the Colossians, the apostle declares that Jesus holds it all together. In this teaching series, Skip Heitzig explores the practical application of Jesus’ preeminence. Life is complicated. Let’s make sure Jesus is at the center of it all.

Enjoy the magnificent panorama of Scripture like never before! Pastor Skip Heitzig shares a "flight" plan for the books of the New Testament to help you better understand the context and significance of each. If you have ever found yourself getting lost and wandering from verse to verse in Scripture, put yourself firmly on track with the clear aerial view offered in The Bible from 30,000 Feet: New Testament.

"But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name." John 20:31 - Believe: 879 is an epic journey through the book of John, led by Pastor Skip Heitzig, of Calvary of Albuquerque. As we explore each of the 879 verses of this gospel, we'll grow in grace and in our knowledge of Jesus Christ. From His pre-incarnate existence, to His public ministry, through His death and His resurrection, we'll traverse familiar territory and embark on new adventures of faith.

Ephesians exalts the new life that we have in Christ, which produces a new relationship with God and with others. Skip Heitzig explains the wealth, the walk, and the warfare of the believer.

David was a man after God's own heart. Explore the risings and downfalls of David's life, and learn about God's loving mercy through his relationship with David.

The book of Ephesians exalts the new life we have in Christ - a life that produces a new relationship with God and with others. In this series, Pastor Skip Heitzig explains how "the unsearchable riches" (Ephesians 3:8) we have through Jesus affect the way we interact with other Christians, our families, and unbelievers as well as the way we fight the Enemy.

At a time when everyone speaks their truth—but no one gets to claim any truth as absolute—how can we know what's real, what's good, and what's true? When we examine biblical truth in the light of science, reason, and reality, we can respond to the doubts we hear from friends and family, culture and social media, and even our own hearts.

Philemon is a personal letter of Paul in which he encourages a believer to forgive his runaway slave. Pastor Skip Heitzig expounds on this book’s theme of forgiveness and brotherly love.