Life Lessons

Living With Hope - Pt 3

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Friday, November 6, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell Hope doesn't just happen; we must choose to be hopeful. On Life Lessons today, as Pastor Steve concludes his message, "Living With Hope," we'll learn how to hang on to the hope God has given us in Jesus Christ for the rest of our lives. Get ready to gain perspective, God’s perspective, as we better understand this multi-faceted gem called hope.

Living With Hope - Pt 2

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Thursday, November 5, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell For Christians hope is more than just wishful thinking. A Christ follower's hope is based on the absolute assurance that God will do what He says He’ll do. Today we're going to find out how to keep this kind of hope alive in good times and in bad as Pastor Steve continues his message, "Living With Hope." Get ready for a straight-forward, clear message on a truth that is essential to the Christian faith—the hope we have in Christ.

Living With Hope - Pt 1

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell Hope is much more than just "crossing our fingers" and wishing for good things to come. In Pastor Steve’s message from the book of Hebrews we'll learn just what hope is and how we can keep it alive.

Pressing On - Pt 3

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Tuesday, November 3, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell There are certain sins we're not to mess around with—namely the renouncing of Christ. Most of us who belong to Jesus never plan to divorce Him. God knows this and has plenty of grace and mercy to go around. Today on Life Lessons Pastor Steve finishes up his discussion on the "once saved always saved" doctrine and gives clear, biblical answers to some tough questions.

Pressing On - Pt 2

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST

Monday, November 2, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell Today on Life Lessons Pastor Steve addresses a section of scripture that, in many of our study Bibles, has half a page of footnotes trying to explain what those verses mean. What do they mean? Can a person ever lose there salvation? Get ready for some clear, biblical answers to this confusing, controversial question.

Pressing On - Pt 1

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Friday, October 30, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell Once we've been born again can we become un-born again? Is it possible for a new heart to return to old attitudes even to the point of renouncing Jesus? That's a tough question but it is one we must ask. Get ready for a clear, biblical answer to this difficult question and for great encouragement to keep keeping on in the basic principles of Christianity.

Called to Be Priests - Pt 3

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Thursday, October 29, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell It's one thing to reiterate what you learn in a book. It's another thing to learn from first hand experience and then teach and comfort others who are going through similar circumstances. That's what being "called to the royal priesthood" is all about. Stay tuned to Life Lessons for the conclusion of Pastor Steve's message, "Called to Be Priests," a message that will take you deeper into your understanding of how God uses our suffering to minister to one another.

Called to Be Priests - Pt 2

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell When the word "priest" is mentioned the picture we usually conjure up is a man in a white robe leading a church service with lots of singing. Am I right? Today Pastor Steve continues his message "Called to Be Priests" and gives us a whole new vision for what a priest looks like. And he…or she…looks a lot like you and me. Jesus is our great high Priest and we are to be his royal priesthood. Stay tuned to Life Lessons for a complete explanation on this aspect of the call on Christian’s lives.

Called to Be Priests - Pt 1

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell The Old Testament remarkably foreshadows the truths that are revealed in the New Testament. In the book of Hebrews we see how the priesthood of the Old Testament, and specifically the priesthood "according to the order of Melchizedek" foreshadows Jesus, our great high priest. If you've ever wondered about how all this fits together and what it means today is your chance to find out. We'll also see how we are called to share in this calling in our own lives.

Grace To Help - Pt 2

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Monday, October 26, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell Jesus' grace is two-fold—He has come to save us and to set us free. Today on Life Lessons Pastor Steve concludes a message from the book of Hebrews called "Grace to Help." We'll see just what this grace looks like and what our role is in the whole process of being set free.

Grace To Help - Pt 1

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Friday, October 23, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell Hebrews 4:16 says we can "draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." What an amazing, jam-packed verse. Today On Life Lessons Pastor Steve is going to unpack the wondrous truth about the grace and mercy available to set us free from the sins that so easily entangle us. And, in the process, we'll be set free to confidently live the blessed life God so longs to give us.

His Two Edged Sword - Pt 3

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Thursday, October 22, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell "The issue of our salvation is based on our living faith in Jesus Christ." That is good news both for the first time we say yes to Jesus and for the hundredth time. Living faith is a process—a life-long process—that requires us to keep trusting Jesus. In the conclusion of his message on Life Lessons, "God's Two-Edged Sword," Pastor Steve gives some practical ways of how to keep our faith alive and how to have a regular time in God's Word.

His Two Edged Sword - Pt 2

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell The Word of God is a two-edged sword. As it cuts it reveals the true intentions of our hearts...both the good…and the bad. Today on Life Lessons, Pastor Steve looks at a question many Christians have struggled with—if God knows my every thought, have I ever gone too far and committed "the unpardonable sin", the blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? If this is one of your questions, be sure to stick around for a clear explanation of what that is and an encouragement to keep our end of the deal—to hang onto Jesus.

His Two Edged Sword - Pt 1

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell The Word of God is really something. It cuts to the quick and goes deep revealing what we truly believe and love. This is some serious stuff. To those who believe the Word and obey it, it brings blessing; but it hardens those who reject it and ultimately brings judgment. Get ready for a straight-forward, clear message on the power of "God's Two-Edged Sword."

Our Sabbath Rest - Pt 3

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Monday, October 19, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell The righteousness which comes from God is how we are saved. Unfortunately, many people go right back to a works-based religion in following Christ. It's called legalism. Today on Life Lessons, in the conclusion of his message, "Our Sabbath Rest," Pastor Steve shows us a much better way, a way where we live by faith, trusting in Christ alone for strength, wisdom, provision, for everything. And here's the good news: we can "rest" in God's power—we don't need to pull ourselves up by our bootstraps to do what only God can do.

Our Sabbath Rest - Pt 2

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Friday, October 16, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell The fear of hell is not a good way to motivate people. But there's another extreme—to allow any and all immoral behavior because we're under grace. Today on Life Lessons Pastor Steve concludes his message, "Our Sabbath Rest," and shares how the love of God literally compels him to care for the needs of others and to bring people with him to heaven. If you've based your salvation on works, or if you've gone back to a works-based religion, be sure to stick around.

Our Sabbath Rest - Pt 1

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Thursday, October 15, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell In Hebrews 4 the author warns his readers about the danger of not entering into the "Sabbath rest" God provided for His people. Does this mean we're supposed to go to church on Sunday and not do work that day? Isn't that legalistic? Aren't we free from the Old Testament Law? Today's message on Life Lessons, "Our Sabbath Rest," goes to the heart of the matter and brings clarity to how we are saved and how we are to live.

The Root of Unbelief - Pt 3

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell The author of Hebrews uses the Israelites as an example of how easy it is to harden our hearts when things don't go as we expect. We don't realize it or just plain forget that God's intentions are only for our good. Get ready to examine your own expectations and to be encouraged to walk by faith not by sight, even in the tough times.

The Root of Unbelief - Pt 2

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell Some of us were told that all would be perfect when we say yes to God and become a Christian. But when good grades, obedient children and high-paying jobs don't just drop into our laps we start to question the goodness of God and our hearts grow suspicious and even hardened. Well, here's the hard reality: a life of faith is not optional; it is required for all who wish to follow God and to maintain a tender heart in the process. Stay tuned to Life Lessons for Pastor Steve's message, "The Root of Unbelief," a message that will help us understand why people harden their hearts and how not to go down that path.

The Root of Unbelief - Pt 1

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST

Monday, October 12, 2009 Host: Dr. Steve Schell If you grew up in Sunday School you know about the Israelites wandering in the wilderness, growing angry at God and not entering the promised land. Before we start thinking, "I'd never let that happen to me", let's examine the root of their unbelief: Every time a problem arose they refused to trust God. And as their journey progressed, they grew increasingly bitter. Today Pastor Steve takes a deeper look at the phrase "Do not harden your hearts" and shows us how we, too, must go through wilderness experiences before we enter the promised land. How successful we'll be depends on the softness—or hardness—of our hearts.

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Current Series - Hebrews Volume 2

Hebrews Volume 2

How crucial it is to understand the foundational truths of our Christianity; it affects all that we think and all that we do. As Pastor Steve takes us through the book of Hebrews book we'll grow in our understanding of these deep, rich truths and we'll be encouraged to persevere in the faith. We're not alone in experiencing temptations, fears and pressures; the first century Hebrew church was rife with such feelings. The writer of this important letter addresses these distractions and shows them—and us—the superiority of Jesus, God's Son, creator and heir of all things! And as our understanding grows, so will our confidence that we are forgiven, we are loved and we are invited into the very presence of God!

Messages included in this volume are: Grace To Help, Called to Be Priests, Pressing On, Living With Hope, Better Promises, A Change of Law a and b, The Father's School, A Clean Conscience and Beyond the Curse.