Simple Truths for Life

As followers of Christ, we were never meant to spend our time preoccupied with his return. And this week, as Charles Tapp explains, we should instead be occupied with his return. He explains what that means in his message “Occupied or Preoccupied?”

You can make plans for life, but when it comes to carrying them out, you quickly realize just how little control you have over them. It's a piece of wisdom that comes from the wisest man to walk the earth, Solomon. Today, Charles Tapp shares how discovering this can open up a world of freedom and rest as he shares the third and last part in this series A Word to the Wise, with his message The Heart of Wisdom.

When we make excuses to conceal the truth, it's as if we're harboring a lion in our hearts. This week, Charles Tapp continues the second part in his series A Word to the Wise by showing how to remove this "lion" in your heart when you're afraid to confront what is true.

Today, Charles Tapp begins a 3-part series based on the book of Proverbs--written by the wisest man to ever live. He starts this series by sharing what Solomon had to say about this vital figure who spoke some of the most valuable wisdom into your life, with his message "A Mother's Law."

It doesn't matter how pretty something looks on the outside if the foundation isn't strong. That's why God has built His kingdom on the foundation of principles like righteousness and justice. Which is why it's important as believers that we take on these traits and live them out for the world to see.

Walls can seem great, depending on which side you're on. But you can't be a citizen of this world and God's Kingdom, because His transcends the walls we've established. This week, Charles Tapp begins a two-part series with his message "Beyond the Walls."

While the cross of Christ is viewed by many as one of the darkest moments in human history, it actually stands as the brightest as Jesus allowed the light of his love and grace to shine into the hearts and lives of anyone willing to walk in it. Charles Tapp invites you to the foot of the cross this week with a special message "Beneath the Cross."

Grace isn't grace if it isn't deserved. And today, Charles Tapp shares just how unbelievable God's grace really is, and how some have reacted to this amazing gift, with his message "Shocked, But Not Shaken."

Discouragement can affect even the believer with the greatest amount of faith, and we all have those caves we run to when we feel as though we're alone and just want to give up. But if a great man like Elijah can fall prey to discouragement, how do we prevent it from taking hold of us? Pastor Charles Tapp offers guidance beyond a catchy cliche, and challenges the Christian to be willing to get close enough to those in our midst to understand them. In his message "Running From Hope."

Today, Charles Tapp concludes this series, "Going Deeper...Reaching Wider: Experiencing the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit" by asking if there is anything we could do to ever cause the Holy Spirit to leave us, and therefore, not do the transformative work in our lives, with his message "The Departure of the Spirit."

Each of us has been given gifts to fulfill our role in building God's Kingdom. And this week, Charles Tapp concludes this series "Going Deeper...Reaching Wider: Experiencing the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit" by helping you discover the purpose God has intended for you by examining the gifts His Spirit has poured out in each of our lives, with his message, "The Gift That Keeps On Giving."

God has made us for so much more than what we often do, day in and day out. And this week, Charles Tapp continues with part 3 in this series, "Going Deeper... Reaching Wider: Experiencing the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit" to help you discover how God's presence in your life will help you more accurately reflect His character, with his message "The Power To Be."

God's Kingdom is not for some, it is for all. And this week, Charles Tapp continues with the second part in his series "Going Deeper...Reaching Wider: Experiencing the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit" and explains the incredible power of God's Spirit when it fills the life of each person, with his message "The Power of All."

It is possible to be a regular church-goer who is involved, and do everything a good Christian is supposed to, yet be missing the most important ingredient. This week, Charles Tapp identifies this "missing link" that is often overlooked in many faith journeys, as he begins a brand new series of messages titled "Going Deeper...Reaching Wider: Experiencing the Presence and the Power of the Holy Spirit" with his message "The Missing Link."

When does the desire for things we love, even something seemingly innocent, become coveting? This week, Charles Tapp continues with the fourth part in this series, "God vs. Money: A Battle For the Heart" and helps navigate what this really comes down to, with his message "To Covet Or Not To Covet."

There tends to be this belief that material possessions improve our personal and social well-being. And this week, Charles Tapp debunks this myth and gets to the root cause of why we are so seduced by stuff, as he continues with the third part in this series, God vs. Money: A Battle for the Heart, with his message "The Seduction of Stuff."

We worry an awful lot about money. And this week, Charles Tapp continues his series, "God vs. Money: A Battle for the Heart" to help you discover how to find peace and satisfaction with what you have, and to learn to trust God more fully to meet your needs, with Part 2 "The Wolves of Worry."

What we spend on our money on says a lot of about the place it holds in our hearts. And this week, Charles Tapp begins a five-part series that examines a touchy subject, but offers a glimpse into what God expects of those who follow him, with Part 1 of "God vs. Money: A Battle for the Heart."

The prayer of Jesus as he hung on a Roman cross for humanity is the defining example of how his followers should live. And it is often the most difficult. Today, Charles Tapp concludes his series "The Prayers of Jesus: A Window Into the Heart of God" by examining the words of Jesus in his darkest moment, with his message "A Prayer for Them."

The prayer of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsamane just before he would be crucified, is one of the most revealing moments into his and God's character. This week, Charles Tapp continues with the third part in this series "The Prayers of Jesus: A Window Into the Heart of God" by examining that prayer, and how Jesus dealt with his requests being denied, and what it means for us today, in his message "The Mystery of the Cup."

So many are looking for their 5 minutes of fame. But there is a short but profoundly powerful prayer by Jesus, that not only challenges our culture's idea of glory, but it also redefines it altogether. Charles Tapp continues with the second part in his series "The Prayers of Jesus: A Window Into the Heart of God" with his message, "The Search for Glory."

It doesn't always make sense when God says "wait". But one of Jesus' greatest miracles never would have happened if he hadn't waited. Today, Pastor Charles Tapp challenges you to have the faith of Martha, as you'll hear in this story, to be able to say, "even now."

When we reach out to those in need, we're allowing God's presence to dwell in us so we can be with them. It's an often overlooked ingredient to finding peace, satisfaction, and purpose. Charles Tapp reveals this and more in this timely message, "God With Us."

Being a recipient of God's favor doesn't guarantee you a life of ease or filled with material things. This week, Charles Tapp explains that God's blessings come in various sizes and packaging, and helps you discover the most amazing gift of all with his message "The Gift of Favor."

There's a tremendous amount of darkness that pervades our world today that can leave one hopeless and in despair. But as Charles Tapp explains, it's time God's people to hold up the light of God's glory so hope can begin to live in the hearts of those who need it most. As he shares his message "Hold Up the Light."

This week, we celebrate the Advent Season by taking a closer look at the child whose life's purpose was to come and set us free, and why it still holds so much meaning for us today, as Charles Tapp shares his message, "Born To Save."

It says in Scripture that we're to be thankful in all circumstances. But does God really expect us to give thanks in every situation? Even when we don't see anything for which to be grateful? Charles Tapp examines what God really expects of us and how to live a life full of gratitude with his message "The Gospel of Thanksgiving."

God has a reward planned for those who remain faithful, and do the "right thing" in this life. But, if that's the case is God rewarding us based on our efforts, or are we truly saved by grace? It's a question Charles Tapp unravels this week as he shares his message "The Gospel of Reward."

Jesus realized that conflict was sometimes unavoidable. And it's why the Christian world-view stands in conflict with what the world oftentimes believes. Today, Charles Tapp explains the compelling alternative the church needs to share with the world, even if it means being in conflict with those close to us, as he shares his message "The Gospel of Conflict."

Our culture's view of tolerance says that all opinions are equal and all truth is relative. But as Christians, what does God say about tolerance of others? Is there a better way for us to all get along? Charles Tapp reveals two sides of the same coin through examples of Christ as he shares his message "The Gospel of Tolerance."

We will always be subject to the temptations that this life brings. The key is not to look for a temptation-free existence but rather to align our lives with the one who has already defeated the very tempter himself. This week Charles Tapp concludes this series of messages Teach Us to Pray based on the Lord's Prayer as he looks at the final part about temptation with his message "Enemy of the Heart."

We've all been forgiven. So when you hold back forgiveness from someone, you're bound to that person. This week, Charles Tapp continues to dissect the Lord's Prayer, and looks at the part about forgiving other's debts, and making this a way of life for followers. As he shares the fifth part in this series "Teach Us to Pray" with his message "Till Debt Do Us Part."

We live in an age that is constantly bombarded with messages that preach the gospel of overconsumption. And this week, Charles Tapp delves into what it means to trust God for just what we need, as he shares the fourth part in this series Teach Us to Pray with his message "Manna for Today."

The greatest challenge we have in our relationship with God is accepting His will, because sometimes it means that life might get difficult. And this week, Charles Tapp reveals what it means when we say "Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done" as he continues with the third part in this series of messages about The Lord's Prayer titled "Teach Us to Pray" with his message "Father Knows Best."

God wants us to experience Him on a deeper level. And this week, Charles Tapp continues with the second part in his series "Teach Us to Pray" as he walks us through The Lord's Prayer, and what it means to "hallow" the name of God, with his message "The Prescription of Praise."

This week, Charles Tapp begins a new series of messages titled "Teach Us to Pray" to help you see prayer as something that involves a responsibility to live as brothers and sisters - and not to treat it as though God were some genie in a bottle, as he shares the first part of this series "The Social Kingdom."

Truth. It seems harder than ever to know what it is. Today, Charles Tapp examines this thing called “truth” and why for many, it appears to be such a difficult thing to handle, in his message “The Trouble With Truth.”

Who hasn't experienced broken dreams, shattered hopes, and betrayed promises? This week, Charles Tapp explores the many promises God has made to His people for centuries, and asks if there's something more that is needed to reap the rewards.

There are two kingdoms one can subscribe to, and only one that offers the joy and peace we so desperately seek. This week, Charles Tapp shares a brand new message you may need to hear in a time when many of us have plenty to worry about, with his message “A Tale of Two Kingdoms.”

Whether you realize it or not, if you claim to be a Christian, you are a walking ambassador for Christ. This week, Charles Tapp asks if you had a letter of recommendation for your Christian walk, how would it read? It's probably not a comfortable question, but it's one we need to be aware of, as he shares his message “A Letter From God.”

Chances are, you've had moments you've faced where it appeared the odds were so stacked against you that it caused you to lose all hope. This week, Charles Tapp explains how to find hope even in the midst of your greatest doubts, as he shares his message “Against All Hope.”

Maybe you've experienced times when it felt like there was a distance between you and God. But does that mean God has left you? This week, Charles Tapp offers understanding in those difficult moments when it feels as though God has abandoned you, with his message “Divorced By God.”

Jesus set the example for how we are to reach and minister to those in our communities. This week, Charles Tapp shares the final part in his series on The Promise of Community by examining ways we can be like Christ and spread salt and light into the world, with his message "Follow The Leader."

How much attention do you give to the nourishment of your soul? This week, Charles Tapp continues his series on the Promise of Community and why it's important to fill your soul with God's Word as individuals and as a community, with his message "Food For the Soul."

God has designed us to do life together. And without proper nurture, a community of believers will fail. This week, Charles Tapp continues his series of messages on community with his message "The Nutrition of Nurture."

You don't win games by being a spectator. And the same goes when it comes to the body of believers. So when we come together as one body of believers, we can experience the communion God desires for us to have with Him, as well as one another. This week, Charles Tapp digs into why we need each other when we worship, with his message "Body Building."

Today, Charles Tapp challenges you to reflect in the way you approach God with your prayers and sacrifices. Do you come to him with humility or with demands? Listen in as he shares this message based on a passage in the book of Ecclesiastes titled “The Sacrifice of Fools.”

Do your words serve to build, strengthen and encourage others, or do they serve to tear down? This week, Charles Tapp gets to the heart of our words and why God expects better from believers when it comes to the words we use, as he shares his message “The Weight of Words.”

Obedience is a lot like a muscle that needs training, and can be a powerful way to demonstrate to God and the world your love and gratitude to Him. This week, Charles Tapp gets to the heart of what obedience to God looks like, with his message "The Sacrifice of Obedience."

When Jesus says to be "in the world, but not of the world" what is he really trying to say? Charles Tapp unravels this paradox and explains what this means in the context of being a part of a greater community. As he shares his message "The Paradox of Christianity."

In these difficult days, the world needs to hear about the love of Jesus now more than ever. This week, Charles Tapp appeals to the Church—the followers of Christ—not to ignore God's calling on their hearts so that His amazing work can be done, as he shares this message based on Revelation 3.