Proclaiming His Word

In this episode, we’re diving into 1 Peter 1:6-9 to explore what genuine faith in Christ really looks like—even when life brings trials and struggles. We’ll see how true faith produces an unshakable joy rooted in our living hope, endures various hardships with eternity in view, and stays firmly centered on Jesus Himself. Join me as we unpack these verses and consider where our trust is placed. Let’s dig in and look to Jesus, our tr...

In this episode, we’re diving into 1 Peter 1:3–5 and considering how our perspective shapes not only our outlook, but our daily lives. We walk through what it means to live with a Christ-centered perspective that is driven by praise, rooted in the resurrection, and fixed on an eternal inheritance that cannot be shaken. When life presses in and circumstances feel overwhelming, God’s Word lifts our eyes higher and anchors our hope de...

In this week’s message, we’re launching our journey through the book of 1 Peter. Today we’re looking at just the first two verses—an introduction packed with rich truth. Peter opens by reminding believers who they are: elect exiles, chosen by God and scattered with purpose. We explore the background of this letter, the heart behind Peter’s writing, and the foundational doctrines he lays down from the very start—including the triune...

In Jonah 4 we come to the abrupt ending of this short book, and with it, a sobering question: when God confronts our hearts, will we respond like Jonah or with humble obedience? Today we walk through the Lord’s final correction of this wayward prophet and see the wisdom of God on full display. He reminds us that possessions are perishable, people are precious, and perspective is priority.

As we trace God’s heart in this pa...

We’re diving into Jonah 4 to uncover the folly of Jonah—his favoritism toward his own people, his forgetfulness of God’s mercy extended to him, and his flippancy in prioritizing a fleeting plant over thousands of souls. Even after the storm, the fish, and Nineveh’s repentance, Jonah remains unchanged, pouting in rebellion. This challenges us to examine our own hearts for similar deceptions. Join me as we confront these truths in Sc...

In Jonah 3, we see not only the repentance of Nineveh but the very heart of the Gospel on display. God’s pursuit of the lost, His call to proclaim, and His mercy to forgive—it’s all here. This passage reminds us that while judgment is certain, God in His grace has chosen to use His people to carry the only message of hope to a world that desperately needs it.

We’ll see how Jonah’s obedience—and Nineveh’s repentance—reveal the charac...

We're diving into Jonah 3:1-4 this week, where we see the prophet finally rising to obey God's call to Nineveh—not just in action, but with a reminder of what full-hearted obedience looks like when our words and lives align with His commands. We'll unpack the parable of the two sons from Matthew 21, explore James' warning against being hearers only, and confront the pitfalls of half-hearted proclamation that sti...

We're diving into Jonah 3:1 this week on Proclaiming His Word, zeroing in on that pivotal moment where the word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time. After the storm, the fish, and the rebellion, we see God's unwavering persistence—not just chasing down a reluctant prophet, but pursuing an entire enemy nation with grace they didn't deserve. From Nineveh's turnaround to the broader sweep of Scripture, we'...

In Jonah 2, we find a prophet in the depths — not only of the sea, but of his own sin. From the belly of the fish, Jonah cries out to God, but was he truly repentant… or merely desperate for deliverance? In this message, we’ll examine the marks of true repentance, as outlined by J.C. Ryle, and hold them up against Jonah’s prayer to see what genuine repentance looks like in the life of a believer. Join me as we consider whether Jona...

This week on Proclaiming His Word, we’re turning our attention to Jonah 1:17 and considering what this short book reveals about the Sovereignty and Compassion of God. Jonah may be known as the wayward prophet, but this story isn’t ultimately about him — it’s about the Lord who rules over all creation and yet chooses to show mercy toward it.

From the storm that raged on the sea to the great fish that swallowed the prophet,...

In Jonah 1:4–16, we see a storm sent by God, pagan sailors crying out in desperation, and a prophet of the Lord fast asleep. The irony is striking—those who didn’t know God are shown turning to Him in faith, while Jonah, who claimed to fear the Lord, remained passive and silent. As we walk through this text, we’ll be challenged to consider the state of our own hearts and whether we, too, are asleep while the world around us is peri...

We’re diving into Jonah 1:1-6, where we encounter the startling paradox of a prophet running from God. Despite knowing the Lord and His clear command to go to Nineveh, Jonah flees, revealing a tension we can all face: knowing God yet resisting His call. This passage challenges us to examine our own obedience and consider how our choices impact those around us. Join me as we unpack this living Word, confront our own paradoxes, and l...

This week, we’re diving into Mark 16:9-20, a passage that challenges us to wrestle with the text and its place in Scripture. These verses, though not in the earliest manuscripts, point to the risen Christ’s appearances, His final command to proclaim the Gospel, and His ascension to a position of authority. We’ll unpack the eyewitness accounts of Jesus’ resurrection, the urgency of sharing the good news, and the hope we have in Chri...

This week, we’re diving into Mark 16:1-8, where the world-changing truth of Jesus’ resurrection unfolds. These verses capture the raw, astonishing moment when the women discover the empty tomb and hear the angel’s declaration: “He has risen!” We’ll explore why the resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith—without it, the cross loses its power, and our hope crumbles. Then, we’ll face the challenge: if Jesus truly rose, it demands...

We’re diving into Mark 15:40-47, where we witness the somber yet pivotal moments following Christ’s death—His burial and the faithful actions of those who loved Him. These verses unpack the courage of Joseph of Arimathea and the devotion of the women who followed Jesus to the cross and tomb, offering a glimpse into the cost of true faithfulness. We’ll explore how their actions point us to the reality of Christ’s death and the hope ...

This week, we’re diving into Mark 15:33-39, where we witness the pivotal moment of Jesus’ death on the cross. We’ll explore the unnatural darkness that fell over the land, a sign of God’s judgment, and Jesus’ cry of forsakenness, revealing the depth of His sacrifice. This passage challenges us to feel the weight of the cross—not as a familiar story, but as the turning point of history where our Savior bore our sins. Join me as we u...

We’re diving into Mark 15:16-32, where we confront the raw reality of Christ’s suffering on the cross. This isn’t just a familiar story—it’s a call to see anew the emotional, physical, and spiritual torment Jesus willingly endured. Why did He, the One who calmed storms and cast out demons, choose to bear this agony? We’ll unpack His resolve, His love, and the Father’s will that led Him to the cross for us. Join me as we wrestle wit...

In this episode, we're diving into Mark 15:1-15, where we witness the complete rejection of Jesus by His apostles, religious leaders, political authorities, and the crowd itself. Yet, in the midst of this condemnation, we see a profound hope emerge through the substitution of Christ, standing in the place of the guilty like Barabbas, foreshadowing His sacrificial death for us. We'll explore how this rejection fulfills pro...

In this episode, we’re diving into Mark 14:53-65, where Jesus faces a mock trial in the dead of night. We’ll unpack the injustice of the religious leaders’ deception, their desperate attempts to condemn the sinless Savior, and Peter’s heartbreaking denial. Yet, even in this darkness, we see God’s sovereign plan unfolding, pointing us to Christ’s unwavering strength. Join me as we explore the failure of man and the triumph of Jesus,...