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How do you know God's will for your life?

Dr. Jim Bradford continues our series Elephant In The Room - Biblical Answers For Today's Tough Topics. We will be looking at an incredibly controversial question: Is it possible to believe in God and Science?

Satan lies in waiting for the perfect time to attack!

Pastor Parker teaches us about different ways that Satan try to attack us!

Pastor Gary walks us through some very important principals to deal with daily struggles with temptation. We learn that scripture is your greatest weapon in the spiritual war you call life.  Don’t expect to win a spiritual war with worldly weapons. 

As Christians, we recognize that Satan is the enemy of our body, soul, and spirit. But, sometimes, Satan is the deadliest when he comes camouflaged as a messenger of peace. With deliberate deception and hidden motives, he disguises himself as a provider of prosperity. He preys upon unsuspecting victims when they least expect it. Don't be fooled by Satan's deception.  

No one is immune from temptation.  Not a single person. If you think you are, you are wrong.  Even Jesus was tempted while He was on earth. You need to know how to handle temptation when it happens. It makes sense to know what to do and be ready when temptation comes.

Temptation is a fact of life. As long as we are on this earth, every single minute- the battle for our souls is raging. But this battle is not new.  It's not unique to us.  In fact, this battle has been raging since the beginning of time.  

What is the role of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives, and how does the Baptism affect us personally?  In this message, Pastor Randy Jumper gives some thoughts on preparing to the receive the Baptism in the Holy Spirit.

Content people have a sense of rest and peace knowing God is in control. What a drastic difference from what we are told about happiness by our culture. What are the keys to contentment?  How can we learn to be content even when the circumstances around me are hard?

Worry is an emotion that consumes you. It takes your focus off God's ability to provide.  It's a real struggle.  In this message, J.T. Espejo looks at the topic of what worry is really all about it, and how we can replace it with peace.

There are few things in life that everyone will face, regardless of financial status, social status, skin color, or age.  Conflict is one of those things.  The Bible has a lot to say about conflict and how followers of Christ should handle the conflicts in their life.

Pastor Brian Dollar continues our series on the book of Philippians. We can celebrate the fact that this world is not our home - we are citizens of Heaven!

In this message, Pastor Randy Jumper looks at some of the most important words of the Apostle Paul's life.  It's clear that despite prison and hardship, Paul kept a joyful attitude and a joyful life.  What does it mean to know Jesus? Not just know about Him, but know Him?

In our society, it seems the boastful someone is, the more attention and positive exposure they get.  We see it from Hollywood to Washington.  We live in a culture where meekness might be misconstrued as weakness.  What does the Bible say about pride?  In this message, Pastor Layne Mason looks at some Biblical principles that reveal how you can find joy in living out your faith with humility.

Every Christian is a minister, and ministry is part of your journey of being a life long follower of Jesus.  It's a part that, sadly, some people miss out on.  Why?

Being responsible isn't something that just happens.  It's developed. How can Christians develop so they can live a life of responsibility?

The Christian life was not meant to be lived alone. If the church wants to be effective, we need teams.  If you want to be an effective follower of Christ, you need teams in your life.  You need unity.  You need to be closely connected with the church and other believers.

Integrity is a big deal. Our country is certainly filled with examples of high profile celebrities and leaders who have displayed their lack of integrity.  Unfortunately, this lack of integrity often extends to the church. If the mission of the church is to gain influence with people and point them to Jesus, how can the church ever do that if it can't be trusted?  

Inside each of us is incredible potential. As followers of Jesus, each of us has abilities and talents that can make the world beautiful.  Placed in God's hand, we can change the world.  Many times, though, our potential  will only be revealed after some parts of us have been refined and shaped.  This part isn't always fun.  How can we see the bigger picture and keep our joy during times of adversity?

There is a difference between happiness and joy.  Joy is a spiritual practice that grows out of faith, grace, gratitude, and love.  Joy is not about emotions, it's about a relationship.  That is the driving message of the book of Philippians - Joy!  In this message, Pastor Brian Dollar starts our new series about the pursuit of joy.

We serve a God who keeps His promises.  When God promises to bless us, He does. When he promises to judge, He does.  When He promises to restore, He does. God keeps His promises, all of them.  In this message, Pastor Randy Jumper wraps up our PM series, God's Warning Signs.

Many people stay away from church because they see "Christians" not acting like Christians. They lump all believers together and say that they are phonies and fakes. Nobody really wants to be considered a hypocrite, and nobody really likes them. Imagine how God must feel?  The book of the prophet Zechariah tells us all we need to know about spiritual hypocrisy.

In the time period of the prophet Zephaniah, political corruption and unhealthy systems were the norm.  Disobedience was rampant.  Sin was celebrated, and like an aggressive virus was spreading from nation to nation.   Zephaniah had a warning for the nations, and it rings true for us today, too.

Pastor Randy Jumper looks at the story of the ancient city of Ninevah, as told in the books of Jonah and Nahum.  They are very different stories.  What can learn from this once great city?

Many times, multiple things in our lives seem to be going wrongat once.  It's frustrating, frightening, and overwhelming. You want to get things going back the right direction, butyou're not sure how.  

Pastor Rod Loy talks about the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives.  His message includes testimonies from First Assembly members about their experiences with the Baptism in the Holy Spirit.

God gave the prophet Hosea a strange command:  he must marry Gomer, not only an unfortunately named woman, but a known prostitute.  What in the world? What was the purpose of this, and what can we learn from this story?    

Some people think all God cares about is that you start something spiritual - reading the Bible, going to church, witnessing to a neighbor, teaching a class - even if you don't always follow through.  After all, your intentions are what really matter, right?

Pastor Randy Jumper talks with Marti and Brenda Roman, missionaries to Benin.  They joined us to update us on some of the projects with which First Assembly has been involved, and share some amazing stories of God's work in West Africa.  They will inspire you!

Have you ever been there?  Have you ever been in a situation where you didn't know what was required of you?  Maybe it was a new job, a new relationship, a new opportunity, or maybe you've wondered: what does God require of me?

Sometimes we have some tough questions.  God doesn't panic when you ask questions. He's big enough to handle them and gracious enough to answer them.  In His answers, we learn more of Him and how to be more like Him.  In the book of Habakkuk, the prophet had some serious questions that are still asked today.

Pastor Randy Jumper begins this Sunday night study of the Minor Prophets with a look at the Book of Amos, which tells us that living the good life is not necessarily living the righteous life.

When things get into our hearts, they have the potential to ruin marriages, relationships, finances, and more.  And many people will do nothing about their "heart health." In this message, Pastor Brian Dollar explores what it means to guard your heart.

Greed is something we all struggle with.  How can we recognize greed in ourselves, and what can we do about it? 

One of the primary enemies that can cause severe damage to your spiritual heart is anger. When unleashed, it can leave a trail of destruction in its wake.  How can we deal with anger before it becomes damaging to our lives?

Pastor Parker Loy examines how guilt affects our hearts.  How do you deal with a guilty heart?  What causes you to feel guilt?  When you are overcome with guilt, what do you do?

Every relationship starts in the heart. Everything of any significance in life intersects and passes through your heart.  Your heart is the filter of life.  You must be careful what you allow in it - what you allow to stay lodged in it.

The book of Jude is a powerful reminder of how to live in a world that is falling apart and moving further and further away from God.  In this message, Pastor Gary Tomlinson examines how this book teaches the church to defend the faith.

In this message, Pastor Tyler Loy continues our Sunday night series about the Book of Jude.  Satan looks for every possible way to destroy you.  He will even use people to try to get you to fail.  What are some types of people that we should be cautious around, and be careful of their influence in our lives?

Pastor Randy Jumper begins this Sunday night study of one of the shortest books in the Bible, Jude.

One in four Christians in the world is a Pentecostal.  But the term Pentecostal is controversial.  Pastor Randy Jumper looks at what it actually means to be Pentecostal.

Pastor Derek and Tammy Walker share stories of changed lives from our Lonoke campus.

Pastor Tommy Covington shares some updates and stories of changed lives from our Little Rock campus.

Pastor Ronnie Gilmore from our Hot Springs Village campus shares an update about all the great things going on in the Village!

Pastor John Wimberly from our Vilonia campus shares an update on the church, and tells some amazing stories of how God is moving in that town.