TGP West

Ready and Faithful: Living in Expectation of Christ's Return

This message from Luke 21:5-19 emphasizes that followers of Jesus should live faithfully in the present, trusting in God's sovereignty and enduring trials as opportunities to bear witness through the power of the Holy Spirit. Rather than focusing on the signs of the end times, believers are called to abide in Christ, be filled with the Spirit, and live as empowered witnesses of His truth, even in the face of persecution.

Beware the Wolves, Discernment in a Deceptive World

Christ, the Ultimate Authority

Living Hope: The Promise of Resurrection

Believers are called to live an eternal perspective, trusting in the promise of resurrection and reflecting God's truth and love in this world.

Living As Dual Citizens,Our Call In Two Kingdoms

What Jesus' Resurrection Means for You

The Bible tells the story of humanity's fall into sin, our separation from God, and God's plan to redeem us through Jesus Christ. Jesus' perfect life, sacrificial death, and resurrection offer grace and forgiveness - not something we earn, but a gift freely given out of love. Peter's story shows that even in failure, God's grace restores and transforms, inviting each of us into personal relationship with Him. 

The Stone the Builders Rejected

Luke: The Person and Mission of Jesus / Luke 20:1-19; Isaiah 5:1-7; Nehemiah 9:26; Jeremiah 7:25-26; Jeremiah 25:4; Isaiah 29:13; Hebrews 3:1-6; Hebrews 3:7-8; Romans 5:6-11

 

Rejecting God's authority leads to spiritual ruin, as illustrated by the religious leaders' refusal to accept Jesus as the Messiah.  This passage challenges us to examine our own hears, urging us to embrace Jesus, the cornerstone of faith, and respond in obedience to avoid the tragic consequences of hardened hearts and rebellion.

The Heart of Christ, Weeping For His People

Hearts in the Crowd: The Cost of Following the King

Jesus' entry into Jerusalem was a pivotal moment that fulfilled prophecy and divided people's hearts- some rejoicing in His kingship while others, like the Pharisees, rejected His authority. This passage challenges believers to move beyond mere celebration and recognize Jesus as a King worthy of full commitment, urging them to choose between following Him wholeheartedly or rejecting Him outright. 

Faithful Stewards: Investing in the Gospel for God's Glory

Jesus teaches that we are to be faithful stewards for the gifts God has given us, using them to further His Kingdom rather than hiding them in fear. Those who invest in God's work will be rewarded, while those who reject His authority will face judgment, emphasizing the importance of living by faith and expressing it through love.