First Assembly NLR Video Podcast

The Gift, pt. 2: Freedom

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:05:00 GMT

Pastor Randy Jumper talks about another of God's gifts: Freedom!

The Gift, pt. 3: Wisdom

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:05:00 GMT

You can't buy it, you can't earn it, but you can have it.
In this message, Pastor Rod talks about wisdom.

The Gift, pt. 1: Grace

Sun, 8 Nov 2009 22:07:00 GMT

Grace:
You can't earn it, you can't buy it, but you can have it.

Forgiveness, pt. 4: When You Need Forgiveness

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 21:33:00 GMT

So far in this series, we've talked about how we can forgive. In this message, we come at it from the other side. What do you need to know and what do you need to do when you are the one who requires forgiveness, when you are the offender?

Forgiveness, pt. 3: How Do I Forgive?

Sun, 4 Oct 2009 22:03:00 GMT

You are going to be hurt in life. It's inevitable. When it happens, though, our response is our choice. The Bible says we should forgive. Great - now how do we do it?

Forgiveness, pt. 1: What is Forgiveness?

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 22:44:00 GMT

Why is forgiveness one of the hardest things we have to do? A lot of times, we don't really understand forgiveness. In this message, Rod Loy uncovers what forgiveness really is, and why it's important to forgive.

Mythbusters, pt. 7: God is Too Critical to Use Me

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 22:07:00 GMT

Another myth we sometimes carry about God is that he can't use us, and doesn't have a plan for us, because we aren't perfect. Only "perfect" people can do great things for God. Well, a short look through the Bible shows that God used plenty of imperfect, and sometimes plain messed up people, for great things. You feel messed up? Join the crowd!

Mythbusters, pt. 6: God is Too Busy to Help Me

Sun, 6 Sep 2009 21:11:00 GMT

We believe a lot of myths. Sometimes, our myths are formed from our attempts to understand difficult situations. We can't find a logical reason why we haven't been healed or helped, so we reach incorrect conclusions about God. We decide that we are too small, and God is too busy, to care about us.

Mythbusters, pt. 5: God is Too Mean to Love Me

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:51:00 GMT

You can convince yourself of almost anything. What starts with a feeling can become a fact. We sometimes talk ourselves into a self-concept, and even a God-concept, that has no basis in fact. Are you really hopeless? Is anyone too far gone for God to care about?

Mythbusters, pt. 4: God is Too Angry to Forgive Me

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:43:00 GMT

Many people view God as angry and unforgiving. But in the Bible, we see a different story. In this message, Rod Loy looks at how Jesus dealt with betrayal.

Mythbusters, pt. 3: I Have to Figure Out the Miracle Formula

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:25:00 GMT

One of the challenges of so many religious systems being taught today is too much emphasis on ourselves: if we accomplish enough, if we do enough good, we can obtain miracles or salvation. Even many Christians feel that if they don't have enough faith, God may not provide miracles. Is there a formula? Does your healing or your miracle really depend on what you say or do?

Mythbusters, pt. 2: God is Too Big to Notice Me

Sun, 9 Aug 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Have you ever felt like you don't matter? Like you are worthless, insignificant, and overlooked? Sometimes people think God sees them that way, too.

Mythbusters, pt. 1: God is Too Strict to Accept Me

Sun, 2 Aug 2009 21:53:00 GMT

People believe a lot of myths about God. One of the biggest ones people struggle with is "I've messed up too many times. I believe in a loving God, but I'm beyond that. I don't think God would want someone like me. I need to clean up my life before I can go to church."
In this message, Rod Loy looks at this myth and talks about the truth of God's love for everyone.

Family Survivor, Season Two, pt. 4: Surviving Crisis

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 22:59:00 GMT

Life in a family is often a lot of fun. But, challenges can arise and hard times come. At some point, every person and every family will find themselves facing an unexpected crisis. What do you do? What role does your faith play in how you deal with life's unexpected problems?

Family Survivor, Season Two, pt. 3: Surviving Death and Loss

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:42:00 GMT

People don't like to talk about death and loss. But when someone close to you dies, you are forced to think about it. In this message, Rod Loy covers what happens when we grieve and what to do if you or someone you know is going through grief.

Family Survivor, Season Two, pt. 2: Surviving Marriage

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 14:14:00 GMT

In this message, Rod Loy talks with six couples from different stages of life about the challenges and lessons they've learned from their marriages.

Family Survivor, Season Two, pt. 1: Surviving Parenting

Sun, 5 Jul 2009 21:37:00 GMT

It's easy to have opinions and theories on raising kids if you don't have any. One thing parents find is that no one formula works for their kids. The Bible says, "train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old he will not depart from it." That's a great passage, but how do we do that?

In this message, Rod Loy looks at some thoughts about what's important when you are raising kids.

Taking it to the Streets, pt. 3: Faith Under Fire

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 21:48:00 GMT

It's not a popular topic on Christian TV, and it doesn't sell many books, but the Bible deals constantly with the topic of suffering in a believer's life. How should a Christian respond to persecution, hard times, suffering, and hardship?

Taking it to the Streets, pt. 2: The Power of Love

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 21:36:00 GMT

All too often, when Christians encounter opposition from the world, they freak out, busying themselves with forwarding e-mails, and getting angry at the government, or whatever is the target at that time. What if Christians took all the time they spent being angry and instead spent that time praying? In the book of First Peter, Peter gives us strategy about not how to react to the world around us, but how to influence it through love.

Taking it to the Streets, pt. 1: Word on the Street

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:55:00 GMT

Living for Jesus and demonstrating your faith is easy at church. It's accepted and popular. But it's not so easy everywhere else. Like it or not, we have to live out our faith in the real world. So, how do you do it?

Broken, pt. 4: Relationship Repair

Sun, 31 May 2009 23:02:00 GMT

Unresolved conflict -- broken relationships between people who claim to be followers of Christ -- is the reason many unchurched people want no part of church. We often try to pretend such conflict doesn't exist. What does the Bible say about conflict? What should we do when this happens to us or to other Christians?

Broken, pt. 3: Handle with Care

Sun, 24 May 2009 21:23:00 GMT

The church should be a hospital for the broken - for people with a past, for people who have messed up. It is a place where people can be restored. Too often, though, the church is known as a place where they shoot their wounded. How should the church react to people who've messed up? What is our role as Christians in helping broken people get whole again?

Broken, pt. 2: Healing

Mon, 18 May 2009 18:23:00 GMT

How could a loving God allow me to hurt like this? Why haven't I been healed? Why hasn't God answered my prayers?
Rod Loy looks at these and other questions in this message.

Broken, pt. 1: No More Humpty Dumpty for Me!

Mon, 11 May 2009 20:44:00 GMT

Just like the ill-fated egg of the nursery rhyme, sometimes it seems like we will never be able to put it all back together again. In this message, Rod Loy looks at how to get your life back together when everything seems broken.

Curing Recession Depression, pt. 3: Life After Debt

Sun, 3 May 2009 21:27:00 GMT

There are studies that indicate that the average American household carries between $8,000 and $10,000 balance on their credit cards with interest rates in the high teens. Many owe much more. Being in debt is like being in chains: your decisions are based on how much you owe on your cards.
In this message, Rod Loy challenges some commonly-held attitudes about credit and debt.

Curing Recession Depression, pt. 2: Financial Check Up

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:12:00 GMT

Most Americans are crisis-oriented. We wait until there is a problem, most likely a major problem, before we take action. We say "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," but we don't live that way. When a problem comes, we want a quick solution, a bail out, when we should have been working to prevent the problem all along. It's especially like that with our finances. In this message, Rod Loy looks at "preventative" measures with our money.

Curing Recession Depression, pt. 1: Worried Sick

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:23:00 GMT

TV, newspapers, and the Internet have been filled with bad news about the economy. As economic pressure increases, people are becoming increasingly worried. Why does it make us worry, and what can we do about worry in uncertain times?

Restart

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 21:53:00 GMT

Re-start. Reboot. Control, Alt, Delete. The answer to every problem in the computer world is to re-start. And when you do? Miraculously, when the computer comes back on after re-starting, everything works again. That's all it takes. A re-start wipes out your mistakes - like they never happened.

What if life was like that? Have there been times in your life you wish you could just re-start?

Transformer, pt. 14: Never Too Late!

Sun, 5 Apr 2009 21:11:00 GMT

We say it all the time, "Every Soul Matters to God." But do we really believe that? Did Jesus really die for everyone's sins? Are there some people who are just too bad for God to forgive?

Transformer, pt. 13: Perfect Timing

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:29:00 GMT

In our world, we want everything right now. This even applies to answers from God to our prayers. God works on a different time scale, however, and in the end we always see that He has perfect timing.

Transformer, pt. 12: Roller Coaster Faith

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:31:00 GMT

Nobody likes it when life is like a roller coaster - filled with high highs and low lows, and frightening twists and turns. We'd prefer that things sail along, always getting better. But that's not how it usually works! In this message, Rod Loy looks at what we can learn from both the highs and lows of life.

Transformer, pt. 11: Storms

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 20:50:00 GMT

Are you in a storm? Not a weather event, but has something happened in your life that has completely rocked you, whether its health, financial, or relational problems? In this message, Rod Loy shares some observations about what to do when you find yourself in a storm.

Transformer, pt. 10: My Past is Not My Future

Sun, 8 Mar 2009 21:27:00 GMT

We all have a past. Sometimes people are afraid to come to church, because they think they will be condemned for their past. This was not the model Jesus showed us though. In this message, Rod Loy looks again at the encounter between Jesus and the woman with a sinful past. The way Jesus transformed her life is the way He can transform your life!

Transformer, pt. 9: Unclean?

Mon, 2 Mar 2009 23:19:00 GMT

The gospel of Luke records that one of the Pharisees invites Jesus to his house for a meal. This was not a friendly gesture, as the Pharisees meant to question Him, and try to trip Jesus up and put Him in His place. Why would Jesus even go into such a situation? Because he knew someone would be there who would need her sins forgiven. Rod Loy looks at the story of this meeting between Jesus and an "unclean" woman.

Transformer, pt. 8: The Greatest Miracle of All

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 16:25:00 GMT

It's a famous story in the Bible. Some men bring their friend, who can't walk, to Jesus, so He will heal him. The crowd in the house is so thick that they actually lower their friend down from the roof. Jesus did something that nobody expected, though. In this message, Rod Loy looks at the greatest miracle that happens in an encounter with Jesus, which often receives little notice.

Transformer, pt. 7: The Invisible Man

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:30:00 GMT

There are people in the world today that other people don't want to think about. If you see someone with a "Will Work for Food" sign, you try to ignore them and hope they don't see you. There are many people that society considers invisible. Maybe you are made to feel invisible by the people around you. In this story, and today, Jesus sees the the "invisible." And He sees you.

Transformer, pt. 6: Hope for the Hopeless

Sun, 8 Feb 2009 23:37:00 GMT

Does it seem like life is falling in on you? Things may seem hopeless, but Jesus sees not only your need, but He sees you. In this message, Rod Loy looks at the story of Jesus and the Blind Man.

Transformer, pt. 5: Doubters Welcome Here

Sun, 1 Feb 2009 23:17:00 GMT

Maybe you sit in church, watch a Christian television show, or listen to a podcast. You may even go through the motions of being a believer, but deep down, you just aren't sure about the whole thing. You are a doubter. Maybe you want to believe, but you still have questions. It's okay to have questions. Doubters are welcome. In this message, Rod Loy looks at one of the most famous doubters in the Bible: the disciple Thomas. Through him, we can learn what to do when we doubt.

Transformer, pt. 4: Forgiven and Free

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 22:28:00 GMT

In this message, Rod Loy looks at the Biblical story of Jesus and the woman who was caught in adultery. His reaction to her speaks volumes to us today. It's sometimes hard for us to understand, but God offers us grace, and will transform us from our old lives into something new!

Transformer, pt. 3: A Healthy Church

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 22:06:00 GMT

A transformation is a significant, all inclusive, life-changing moment. You move from something to something else. A transformation is a God-enabled, supernatural shift in your nature or character. Where is the best place to start a transformation? A healthy church! In this message, Rod Loy examines the traits that make up a healthy church.

Transformer, pt. 2: All or Nothing

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:11:00 GMT

There are some things in life that you can "sort of" do. If you go swimming, you can actually jump in and swim, or you can sit on a raft, or just put your feet in the water. That way, you're "kind of" swimming. But there are things in life that you can't "kind of" do. Following Christ is one of them. In this message, Rod Loy looks at the problems we can face we don't give every part of our life to God.

Transformer, pt. 1: Forget the Resolutions

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:46:00 GMT

At the beginning of every year, a lot of people make resolutions. They are usually about exercise, family time, getting out of debt, and so on. These are all good things! But what if you need more than a resolution? What if you need a total transformation?

Lift, pt. 6: The Ultimate Lift

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 20:22:00 GMT

This is the concluding message in the Lift! series.

Lift, pt. 5: Be a Lifter!

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:06:00 GMT

Who are your favorite people to spend time with? Chances are, they are people that make you feel better about yourself. Some people are lifters--they make you feel good when you are around them. Other people are "downers," and have the opposite effect on you. What can you do to be a lifter in the lives of others?

Are You Lukewarm?

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:05:00 GMT

According to the Book of Revelation, there are three kinds of people: those who are "hot," meaning they are close followers of Christ, those who are "cold," meaning they have no knowledge of God, and those who are "lukewarm," meaning they are supposedly followers of Christ, but don't live according to His Word. In other words, they are hypocrites. What happens when you are "lukewarm"? In this message, Rod Loy examines how people become lukewarm, and how they can get "hot" again.

Lift, pt. 4: Watch Your Mouth!

Mon, 8 Dec 2008 23:50:00 GMT

You can tell a lot about someone by what comes out of their mouth. What would someone listening to you think about you? Even more, if you are a Christian, would anyone know it by the words you say? In this message, Rod Loy examines the importance of our words.

Lift, pt. 3: No More Singing the Blues

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 18:57:00 GMT

Certain times of the year or events can cause us all to feel blue and even get depressed. What causes this issue in our life? How can we fix it?

Lift, pt. 2: Self Esteem

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 18:53:00 GMT

Feeling down about yourself? Feel like you're not good for anything? You need a lift! In this message, Rod Loy looks at the causes of poor self-esteem, and how we can find our worth in God.

Lift! pt. 1: We're Going Up!

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:51:00 GMT

Why should we stay stuck in the same rut we've always been in? It's time to lift! In this message, the first of the Lift! series, Rod Loy examines habits and how they have control of our lives and how we can change for the better.

The Race, pt. 3: Finish!

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:48:00 GMT

In the race of life, we eventually will finish. We need to take as many with us across the finish line as possible!

The Race, pt. 2: Don't Quit!

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 22:11:00 GMT

We are running a race. It's a race to share the Gospel of Jesus with the world. Sometimes things get tough. Don't quit! In this message, Rod Loy continues the missions series, The Race. (Note: certain names and places have been edited to protect believers in hostile countries).

The Race, pt. 1: Just Get Started

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:13:00 GMT

Jesus gave the church instructions on what we should do: preach the gospel to all the world. With those words, He started the most important race in all history. Time is counting down. The race is on. It's time to jump in and run the race. Today, not later. Today!

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 10: How Do I Succeed in Life?

Mon, 6 Oct 2008 00:52:00 GMT

How do you succeed? That's what everyone wants - to be a success. When you start anything, that's the goal. You don't plan to fail. In school, in your marriage, in your business or ministry - your goal is to succeed. So, how do you do it?

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 9: Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 23:51:00 GMT

We all know someone who has gone through some kind of tragedy. It seems odd that even good people can be stricken by illness or other disaster. Many will ask why, if God is so good, does He allow these things to happen? In this message, Rod Loy answers the question, why do bad things happen to good people?

Has Your Love Grown Cold?

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 18:15:00 GMT

Are you so busy working and doing things for God that you've forgotten your initial love for Him? What happens to the fervor of a new Christian as he or she matures?

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 8: Can I Ever Forgive?

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 01:45:00 GMT

It's relatively easy to forgive the guy who cuts you off in traffic. You don't have to see him again. It's over and done. The people closest to us, however, are harder to forgive. Their wounds hurt the most. The memories stay fresh. The offense lingers. Why should we forgive? Why not get revenge?

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 7: Can I Ever Change the Way I Think?

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:33:00 GMT

We understand - bad things sometimes happen in life. We shrug it off, laugh it off, or have a good cry and move on. But it's different for others. They begin to expect bad things to happen-and more bad things to follow. They become pessimistic. How can you avoid negative thinking?

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 6: Can God Ever Reach _____?

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 00:59:00 GMT

Nobody is out of the reach of God, who is willing to go to great lengths to bring them back to Him. How does God get through to someone whose conscience has been seared, cut off from feeling - who no longer feels or knows the difference from right or wrong?

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 5: Has God Forgotten Me?

Mon, 1 Sep 2008 00:24:00 GMT

Sometimes we get in situations in our lives that everything seems hopeless. We wonder where God is, and why isn't He doing anything? In this special message, Rod Loy looks at story of Joseph, and how he went from prisoner to ruler.

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 4: I've Been Faithful - Why is this Happening?

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 23:32:00 GMT

It's not a fun topic to talk about. We want the Christian life to function as a predictable formula. No surprises or setbacks, just blessing after blessing. But when problems happen, and they will happen, it can test our faith. How should we handle life when it throws problems our way?

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 3: Is it Possible to Stay Pure in a Dirty World?

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 18:08:00 GMT

Every day, we are bombarded with temptations that would draw us away from our responsibilities and our families. There aren't too many news cycles that don't include the latest story on a politician or preacher who has failed morally. Is it possible in today's world to stay pure?

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 2: When Will My Dream Come True?

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 04:21:00 GMT

As kids, we all had dreams - hopes for what we want for the future. It's easy to get discouraged about dreams, though. How do we know if a dream is the real deal? In this message, Rod Loy talks about how we can tell if a dream is from God.

You've Got Questions, He's Got Answers, pt. 1: Can I Ever Overcome My Past?

Tue, 5 Aug 2008 00:20:00 GMT

Many people have hurt and pain caused by their families. If your family was, or is, dysfunctional, is there hope for you to overcome your past? Is there hope for you?

Family Survivor, pt. 4: More than Survival

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:53:00 GMT

This series is titled Family Survivor, but really, you want to do more than survive. There are times that just surviving is a victory, but for the most part, surviving isn't winning. You want to do more than survive. You want to win!

Family Survivor, pt. 3: Surviving Tough Times

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 21:16:00 GMT

Not all family moments are fun or funny. Life is not one long fun-filled vacation. Challenges arise. Hard times come. How do you not only survive tough times with your family, but grow closer as a result?

Family Survivor, pt. 2: You're Out of this Family!

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:27:00 GMT

Have you ever wanted to kick someone out of your family for doing something stupid? Unlike reality shows, we really can't kick someone off our "island," but in every home, in every relationship, conflict will arise. Solving conflict in a Biblical manner is key to a healthy home.

Family Survivor, pt. 1: Surviving in a Busy World

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:03:00 GMT

Life is pretty hectic these days, isn't it? The average family doesn't even eat dinner together that often anymore. In this message, the first in the Family Survivor series, Rod Loy talks about the importance of keeping your family together in a busy world.

Living Large, pt. 4: Pain at the Pump

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 23:47:00 GMT

So, gas prices have you down? They keep getting higher and higher with no sign of coming down any time soon. Gas prices are causing a lot of people to rethink their spending. In this final message of the Living Large series, Rod Loy talks about more principles to share with your family about money and finances.

Living Large, pt. 3: Are You Smarter than an Ant?

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:32:00 GMT

Ants are tiny creatures with tiny brains. Yet, they somehow know to put away food and supplies for the future. Are you as smart as an ant? In this message, Rod Loy talks about more principles to teach your children about finances.

Living Large, pt. 2: I Want it Now!

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:16:00 GMT

Like Veruca Salt, the little brat in the Willy Wonka movie, we often want to buy possessions right now. Stewardship, though, involves spending our money more wisely. In this message, Rod Loy examines some more principles of stewardship.

Living Large, pt. 1: Follow the Leader

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:56:00 GMT

Some people get nervous when a preacher starts talking about money in church. But today, everywhere you go, people are talking about money. It's on TV, in the newspapers and the internet. In this message, Rod Loy teaches some principles that can transform your financial life and future and positively impact the lives of the next generation.

More than a Song, pt. 3: Leadership Lessons from a Worship Parade

Sun, 1 Jun 2008 23:26:00 GMT

In this message, Rod Loy looks at the story of King David bringing the Ark of the Covenant back into Jerusalem. From this story, we can learn some leadership lessons that affect our lives today.

More than a Song, pt. 2: Bring Back the Glory

Sun, 25 May 2008 23:23:00 GMT

People looking at your life would assume you to be incredibly happy. You wish that was true. If you have been trying to fill an empty spot in your life with money, power, fame, or position, you know it doesn't work. You can climb to the top in the world and still feel empty. There has to be something more, right?

More than a Song, pt. 1: God is in the House

Fri, 23 May 2008 18:05:00 GMT

Worship is more than a time in a church service when we sing. Worship is being in the presence of God anytime. In this message, Rod Loy looks at this principle: when you spend time in God's presence, blessings follow.

Life is a Highway, pt. 7: Dead End

Wed, 21 May 2008 01:12:00 GMT

In this last message of the Life is a Highway series, Rod Loy looks at dead ends, and how they don't have to be the end for you.

Life is a Highway, pt. 6: Watch for Children

Tue, 6 May 2008 03:54:00 GMT

As we get older, our focus should shift from achievement to legacy. It's not about what we can do, but what we can pass on. In this message, Rod Loy looks at this principle: each generation has a responsibility to the ones behind it to serve as an example and leave a legacy of faith.

Life is a Highway, pt. 5: Wrong Way

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 03:05:00 GMT

How do you know God's will for your life? A lot of people aren't sure what God wants them to do in life. God wants you to understand and know His will for you. He's not playing a celestial game of hide and seek, trying to keep you in the dark. In this message, Rod Loy talks about how you can know God's will for you in any situation.

Life is a Highway, pt 4: Detour

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 03:52:00 GMT

Detours are usually not very fun. You are heading for a goal, and suddenly life throws up a detour in your life. In this message, Rod Loy looks at what happens when our plans don't always seem to be working out.

Life is a Highway, pt. 3: Construction Zone

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 03:48:00 GMT

It seems like freeways are always under some sort of construction. In this message, Rod Loy talks about how our lives should be under construction, too.

Women of the Bible: Mary Magdalene

Mon, 7 Apr 2008 23:50:00 GMT

Pastor Gary Tomlinson investigates one of the most mysterious women of the Bible: Mary Magdalene.

Life is a Highway, pt. 2: Merge

Mon, 7 Apr 2008 21:27:00 GMT

When you cruise down the highway of life alone, it's not too bad. But when other people have to merge with you on the road, that's when problems can happen. When you merge, you often clash. In this message, Rod Loy talks about conflict resolution.

Life is a Highway, pt. 1: Stop

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:19:00 GMT

On life's highway, the road isn't always smooth. We make some wrong turns, and occasionally lose our way. In this series, Rod Loy uses highway signs as memory helpers - so every time you see a road sign, you'll recall some truths about our journey through life. In this first message, he discusses the most most common sign of all - Stop. With God's help, we can stop things that lead us down the wrong roads.

That's Not Fair! (video)

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:36:00 GMT

We're not certain where we learn it: the phrase, or even the concept that life is supposed to be fair. But one of the first phrases you learn as a kid is "That's not fair!" In this message, Rod Loy looks at this idea: while life isn't fair, maybe that's a good thing.

I've Got a Secret, pt.3: My Secret's Not a Secret Anymore (video)

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 23:40:00 GMT

When we mess up, whether it is little or big, we have a tendency to do whatever we can to cover it up. Confession is the furthest thing from our minds. After all, we got away with it. No one will ever know. But inevitably, something happens, and we get caught. What happens when we try to cover up our mistakes? Rod Loy takes a final look at the story of David and Bathsheba.

I've Got a Secret, pt. 2: No One Will Ever Know (video)

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 19:46:00 GMT

When you've realized you've messed up, you've blown it -- you have a decision to make. You can confess, or you can conceal. You can tell on yourself, or you can cover it up. What happens when you try to cover things up? What if you think you've gotten away with it? Will anyone ever know?

I've Got a Secret, pt. 1: It Could Never Happen to Me (video)

Sun, 9 Mar 2008 11:17:00 GMT

It makes people uncomfortable, but the church has been silent way too long--it's important for Christians to talk about sex and sexual sin. We cannot allow culture to shape our beliefs in this area. In the first message of this series, Rod Loy looks at the stranglehold that pornography has on many people in our society, our homes, and yes, even our churches.