Pastor Tom Van Kempen highlighted the importance of clarity and responsible use of spiritual gifts like prophecy and speaking in tongues, emphasizing their role in serving and edifying the church with love as the guiding principle.

True love, as defined in the Bible, goes beyond feelings and attraction and requires a deep understanding of God, commitment, and selflessness, advocating that love is a choice that endures through hardships.

Dr. James O. Davis emphasizes the importance of embracing a constant joy in the Lord, encouraging believers to rejoice in all circumstances by relying on God's power, reflecting on His provisions, resting in His peace, and renewing their purpose through prayer and thanksgiving.

Pastor Tom emphasizes the importance of cherishing God's presence, fostering genuine worship, and understanding the balance of reverence and joy in the life of a church community, illustrating that true faith is built on daily practices rather than mere routine.

In this sermon, Pastor Tom Van Kempen emphasizes his dream of building a church community founded on love for God, His Word, and for one another, urging the congregation to embrace their role in reaching others with the gospel and fostering deep, familial connections.

In this sermon, Pastor Tom emphasizes that God is a speaking and empowering presence in our lives, urging the congregation to recognize the significance of the Holy Spirit's outpouring in the last days, as well as to actively participate in sharing the gospel and fulfilling God’s purpose through dreams and visions.

With God as our shepherd, we need not fear the challenges of life, represented by the metaphor of the "big bad wolf," as He guides and protects us through all circumstances.

In this character monologue, Pastor Strickland reflects on the journey of faith and redemption, highlighting the transformative power of Jesus Christ through the personal testimony of Peter, discussing themes of acceptance, forgiveness, and the calling to spread the Gospel despite past failures.

No matter how much or how little "stuff" we have—whether it's our possessions, talents, or responsibilities—God calls us to trust Him, use what we have for His purposes, and recognize that earthly "stuff" is temporary while eternal priorities are what truly matter.