The UnSafe Bible

In football, it takes a whole team to win. They must be unified and together so they can play as a unit. It would be strange if we saw one player alone against eleven others. They would most definitely lose! Today, Pastor Ken says the only way we can fulfill the great commission is with the Holy Spirit. He's your teammate and wants to help you bring others to Christ. There's nothing you can do without it! You must lean on the Holy Spirit's guidance and wisdom as you share the Gospel with others.

In Marvel's Avengers movies, there's one substance that is stronger than anything else. It's called vibranium. With this element, machinery and weapons become more powerful than anything in this world. Whoever controls it has immense power. Today, Pastor Ken says, when you're a Christian, people will persecute you. Like Vibranium, God's Word has power; you must use it appropriately and purposefully. Don't use it out of context, but rather use it to correct people if they have the wrong context of a passage.

Have you ever felt insecure about your place in God's Kingdom? Maybe you know someone successful in ministry, or you just pulled out your phone and saw someone leading thousands of people in worship, and it made you feel insecure about your own role in the body of Christ. Well, Pastor Ken wants to encourage you today by reminding you that God has different paths in mind for every person. It may not be your time yet, but God is preparing you right now to do great things for His Kingdom! 

When we read stories about God performing miracles in the Bible, it can be easy to count those miracles as nostalgia. We start to believe that God doesn't perform miracles today! But in today's message, Pastor Ken reminds us that the best is yet to come! God's power hasn't diminished in the time since the Bible was written, and He hasn't stopped intervening for those whom He loves! The Bible simply reminds us of what God is capable of and encourages us to get excited for what He will do next.

Many people are nostalgic for the “good old days”. Maybe they preferred the music that was popular back then, or they miss some of the friendships they had in the old days. But Pastor Ken is here to remind you today that you can't always go back to the way things used to be! The Holy Spirit has been moving through the world for two thousand years now, and His work is too important to be undone! The Church today should be equipped to harvest what is in front of it right now, not what was there in the past.

Sometimes, when we're reading the Bible, we'll come across a commandment that we don't like, and say, “Oh, that passage doesn't apply to me anymore!” However, Pastor Ken teaches us today that the guidelines outlined in God's Word are just as relevant to us today as they were years ago. We aren't just supposed to throw out the Old Testament once we have the New; we are meant to read them in conjunction, and understand from their pages how the Lord wants us to live for and serve Jesus.

If you've followed Jesus for a long time, you've probably noticed some people who are habitual evildoers. Not only are they openly living in sin, but they are harming others with their evil actions. Well, Pastor Ken teaches you today that God is aware of those who delight in their wickedness, and he reminds you that justice isn't far away! When God judges the living and the dead, He will separate the good from the bad, casting out all of those who refused His gift of salvation. God will have the final word!

Did you know that God is always watching you? Even in those moments when you are all alone, God doesn't just see your actions, but He can see the thoughts behind them. And in these last days, He is seeing people fall away from the path of righteousness just as fast as new people are coming to Him. Pastor Ken encourages you to persevere today, even as the world tries to pressure you away from serving God. It may be harder in the short term, but it will be more worth it in the long run!

Have you ever been trusted to run someone's business for them? You can feel like you're on top of the world when you're the one calling the shots, but at the end of the day, you are responsible for making sure things are running smoothly on the owner's behalf. Well, Pastor Ken reminds us today that everything we own belongs to the Lord. He allows us to use the resources He has entrusted us with, but at the end of time, everything will return to the God who created this very world. 

When you visit another culture, it is important to take some time to understand the customs of that culture, so that you can make sure not to step over any boundaries that may offend your hosts. Pastor Ken reminds you today that as a member of God's family, there are new expectations that you must learn to uphold. Jesus wants you to reflect His love into this dark world and to show that love to your fellow believers. This is non-negotiable! The fellowship you build will make you stronger against the world's attacks.

The Torah had strict standards for how the Hebrew people should live, and that included how much they should sacrifice to the Lord. In today's message, Pastor Ken teaches you about the different sacrifices and tithing customs of the Israelites in the Old Testament, and how giving so much of their resources to the Temple helped them learn to rely on the Lord. God doesn't want to be the second most important thing in our lives. He wants to be number one, and that begins with where we spend our resources!

In this life, we go through many trials and hardships, and sometimes those experiences can leave us feeling scarred or even hard-hearted. That's why, in today's message, Pastor Ken wants you to know that you are never alone. In every moment of trouble, there is One who will never leave you nor forsake you. His name is Jesus Christ, and no matter what you've been through, no matter how many times you've walked away from Him, it's never too late to seek Jesus and let Him into your life.

Have you ever had a moment when you looked at others and wanted what they have? Many people see the world, with all its brokenness, and still desire what it offers. In the same way, some hear the promise of everlasting life yet hesitate to follow Christ because of what they might have to give up. But today, Pastor Ken reminds you that what Christ offers is far greater than anything this world can give. He is the only way to the Father, and in Him is true life. Choose Jesus; choose everlasting life.

Sometimes in our lives, we judge certain sins harshly while overlooking others. We can become so focused on the speck in our brother's eye that we fail to see the log in our own. This kind of thinking allows sin to remain in our lives, leading to a hardened heart. That's why Pastor Ken reminds us not to give room to any sin we're holding onto. We can't live in hypocrisy - we must stay in God's Word and allow Him to transform our entire lives, not just the parts we allow Him to change.

We live in a world that can feel dark at times. Yet as Christians, we can confuse what God wants for our lives with what our flesh desires, often leading us away from His will. That's why Pastor Ken encourages us to be mindful of who we're joined to in our relationships - especially in marriage. Scripture warns us not to be unequally yoked, because pursuing a life with someone who doesn't follow Christ can lead us away from what God desires for us. So today, remember to stay grounded in the Word of God.

We live in a world that, to many, feels normal, but to followers of Christ, feels backwards. Why is that? Why does the world take pride in what God calls sin? Today, Pastor Ken encourages us to remain strong in the Word of God, holding to what we know is right rather than what the world promotes. Because the world is filled with sin, now is the time to stand firm in the teachings of Jesus Christ and let our lives be a light, pointing others toward Him. Now more than ever, we must be grounded in the Word of God.

Many times in our lives, when we feel wronged or betrayed, we write people off. We turn our backs on them, block them, ghost them, the whole nine yards. But that response isn't from God; it comes from our flesh, telling us people aren't worthy of forgiveness and that we're better off without them. But today, Pastor Ken reminds us that as Christians, we're called to show the same forgiveness God has shown us in Christ. Even when we feel hurt, God calls us to love others with grace.

Do you remember your life before Jesus Christ? For many, it was filled with brokenness and the weight of the world… and for those who don't know Him, that's still their reality. So when you encounter someone who hurts you or wrongs you, is it fair to write them off completely? Did God write you off when you sinned against Him? That's why Pastor Ken encourages you to turn to Jesus, allowing His mercy and forgiveness to shape your life, so you can extend that same grace to others.

Sometimes, when we serve in ministry, we can forget to spend time with God outside of those moments. We neglect to replenish our spiritual lives, and over time, that can leave us feeling dry and distant. When that happens, our desire to pursue God can begin to fade. That's why, in today's message, Pastor Ken urges us not to stay stuck in that place but to keep pressing forward. Make time to seek and worship God both inside and outside of ministry, and allow Jesus to be the one who keeps you going.

Often, when we work in the church industry, we can forget that this isn't just a job. It's not a chore we have to finish, nor is it homework we must complete before a deadline. It's a ministry, and it's a service to God and His people. That's why, in today's message, Pastor Ken reminds us that when we forget what we're doing or who we're doing it for, we must remember Jesus Christ. He's the one who paid the price for our sins, who did all the work on the cross. Let Jesus be the only reason why you keep serving.

There comes a time in our lives when we must decide what kind of life we want to continue living. Do we want to keep going in the way of the world that leads to destruction, or do we want to follow Jesus, who paid for our sins and offers us everlasting life? In today's message, Pastor Ken encourages us to reach out to Jesus and seek a relationship with Him. Trust in Christ and what He did for you on the cross, reach out to Him, and allow Him to reveal Himself in your life. All you have to do is make the first move.

Often in our lives, we follow the teachings of Jesus, yet at times we neglect the Old Testament. Some believers make the mistake of focusing on one part of Scripture while dismissing the other. That's why, in this message, Pastor Ken reminds us that all of God's Word is God-breathed. The Old Testament is not just history; it is a record of events that God wants us to learn from and grow, not dismiss. So today, Pastor Ken encourages you to embrace the entire Word of God and stay grounded in it.

In life, we often feel the pull to follow our own desires. However, those desires can lead us away from what God has for us, especially when we listen to our hearts instead of the Word of God. That's why Pastor Ken reminds us to be cautious when entering partnerships with unbelievers, whether in business or relationships, because Scripture warns against being unequally yoked. God desires what is best for our lives, and when we follow His Word instead of our own desires, we stay aligned with His plan.

When you look at the injustices that are happening in our world every day, it's heartbreaking. Children, youth, and vulnerable people are being sold into slavery more than ever before in history. Wars are being carried out and resulting in the death of thousands of civilians. All the while, the powerful leaders and global elites carry on with no consequence. As Pastor Ken examines the prophecy of Zechariah, we'll be reminded that God will not allow this injustice to carry on forever. 

The United States has the largest, most well-funded, and technologically advanced military in the world. The weapons we possess strike fear into the enemies of our country, and that's not even considering the weapons we don't know about. Despite all of that, it's nothing compared to the might of God's angel armies or His sovereign power over all Creation. As Pastor Ken continues our study of Zechariah, we'll be reminded that this battle belongs to the Lord and His enemies don't stand a chance.

Wow, that's an astonishing number. Even with the economic struggles we've seen in our country over the last handful of years, very few of us know what it means to be hungry. As sad as it is to imagine what it must be like to suffer under famine, this is yet one more sign that Jesus is coming back soon. In today's message, Pastor Ken will draw our attention to the signs listed in Zechariah heralding the end times. Many of them can easily be checked off just by reading through your news feed.

It's not too hard to imagine the grotesque antisemitism required for this passage to come to fruition. This is already a real problem in many of Israel's neighbors, as well as select groups throughout the world. It has been all throughout history. Much like the story of Joseph and his brothers, many nations of the world don't look favorably on God's favor towards Israel. As Pastor Ken examines today's passage in Zechariah, we'll see what this hatred leads to, but God will protect Israel in the end. 

False teachers are rarely obvious. In many cases, they may not even be aware of their own role as a false teacher. They may have bought into a misinterpretation of God's love and grace and are seeking to share what they see as true. This is why it's so important that we're actively submitting ourselves to the guidance of the Holy Spirit and digging into God's Word. As Pastor Ken will warn us in today's message, we can't let our guard down as false teachers will increase in the End Times.

Has your heart come to that place? Have you realized your desperate need for a Savior? It's a beautiful, life-changing moment for anyone who experiences it. God desires that all would come to this point of repentance. It doesn't matter what you've done or who you are; He loves you and has extended the invitation through Jesus to become part of His family. As Pastor Ken examines the prophecy contained in Zechariah concerning the End Times, we're reminded of this transformative truth.

There have been groups of Christians throughout the history of the Church who have believed that the Church has replaced the nation of Israel as God's chosen nation. While we have been grafted into His family because of His incredible grace, we are not a replacement of Israel. As Pastor Ken will explain in today's message, God still very much has a plan for Israel, and they hold a special place in His heart as a nation. Sadly, many Jews have rejected Jesus, but many will believe in Him in the End Times. 

God is a God of redemption. Not only does He redeem our souls, restoring us to spiritual perfection in His sight; He redeems situations, circumstances, and will one day redeem the very world. All things will be made new in Him. As we continue our study of the prophecy of Zechariah today with Pastor Ken, we'll be reminded that God frequently uses hardship to accomplish His will. He doesn't inflict suffering on His Children for this purpose, but He redeems our broken circumstances for our good.

Feeling nervous about the End Times is normal. The descriptions we find in the prophecies of the Bible do not sound appealing. War, natural disasters, plagues, and chaos on a global scale. We got a little preview of an apocalyptic scene back in 2020, but that was nothing compared to what's to come. But, as Pastor Ken will encourage us in today's message, we can take comfort in knowing that Jesus won't allow His Church to suffer through the worst of what's to come.

There are elements of End Times prophecy that are very clear, but as Pastor Ken will point out in today's message, many elements leave some room for interpretation. These prophets lived thousands of years before the first gun was invented. The aircraft and missiles we find commonplace today would have been completely foreign and fantastical, and their descriptions reflect this. With awareness of the modern battlefield technology and tactics, these elements no longer seem so mysterious.

The situation in the Middle East is complicated. But ultimately, based on Scripture, we understand that Israel has taken possession of the land of God's promise. Prophecy foretells that Israel will be involved in war and will take possession of even more land as the end approaches. As Pastor Ken will remind us in today's message, we need to approach current events through the lens of Scripture, allowing the Holy Spirit to provide discernment as we seek to understand what's happening.

It's impossible to ignore what's been happening in the Middle East lately. Wars and rumors of wars, with acts of aggression from multiple angles focused on Israel, and with Israel dishing it out on their neighbors as well. As Pastor Ken will warn in today's message, we shouldn't ignore these events. We can't know how long it will be, but the world is ripe for the fulfillment of the prophecy referenced multiple times in Scripture. We have no reason to fear if we're in Christ, who will not allow His Church to suffer. 

Our language is extremely limited when it comes to describing God. He existed before anything we can imagine was in existence, including the languages of man. He exists now just as He did a million years before earth was given shape, and He already exists in the future. That's hard to wrap our heads around, but God isn't limited by time. As Pastor Ken will remind us, God is also with us in the here and now in an intimate way, knowing and loving our hearts more deeply than we can grasp.

We're all about freedom and independence as Americans, maybe to a fault. We don't want anyone to tell us what we can or can't do with our lives. As Pastor Ken will point out in today's message, the version of freedom we subscribe to is often a misunderstanding of what true freedom is. As much as we love our freedom from oppression and authoritarianism, we can only find a deeper, spiritual freedom by submitting ourselves to Jesus Christ. With Him as our Lord and Savior, the chains of sin are broken.

That may sound overly pessimistic, but it's true. It's what you'll find when you faithfully step into God's will for your life. We live in a broken world that's going to resist the radical love and grace that we're called to walk in. But, as Pastor Ken will encourage us in today's message, that's not the whole story. We already know how this all ends for us: in victory. Thanks to Jesus' work on the cross, sin and injustice have already been conquered, and we can look forward to His eternal, perfect Kingdom.

Pastor Ken will teach today about this question, “Who do you say that Jesus is? At the end of the day, this is the only question that matters. Do you believe that Jesus is who He says He is? Tragically, throughout Jesus' ministry, the religious leaders considered Him a heretic and a false teacher. But His death and resurrection prove that He was and is the Messiah! The time to cast aside your burdens at the cross and run to the open arms of Christ is now! Have you received Jesus' gift yourself? Settle this today!

It feels like everywhere you look today, you see the taint of sin. Wars, starvation, wicked sexuality, murder, disease, corruption, and the list goes on and on. Even worse, so many people are being led astray by false teaching and the devil's lies. Today, Pastor Ken will plead for you to stand firm on the truth of the Bible and never let your love for Jesus grow cold. The only antidote for the poison of this fallen world is Jesus Christ! The world needs the hope that you have received. Will you share it?

If you're a Christian, you're a soldier. Every day, Jesus calls you to pick up your weapons and armor, and to fight for holiness. Satan knows that the day is coming when he and his forces will be utterly destroyed by the true King. However, his goal is to bring down as many people as possible before that day arrives. Today, Pastor Ken will challenge you to wage war against the sin in your life, and to use the gospel to shield and save those who have not yet met Jesus. Gear up, and know that Jesus is your strength!

Lying, like any sin, is dangerous because it gets much easier the more you do it. One of Satan's main strategies is to whisper in your ear that compromising is okay and harmless. Before you know it, you're sinning in a way that you never would have even considered - earlier in your walk with God. Today, Pastor Ken will show you that the answer to the devil's traps is Jesus. While Satan and the sin in your heart try to lead you astray, Jesus draws you back to His perfect path. Turn to Him today and be restored!

Is there anything like a wedding? The bride walking down the aisle in white, the first kiss as husband and wife, the heartfelt toasts, and then the dining and dancing that follows. And at the end of the night, the couple is sent off in a flurry of applause. It's a joyful celebration of the beginning of a new life together. Today, Pastor Ken reminds you that as a Christian, you already hold an invitation to the greatest upcoming wedding in history. The question is: are you ready to celebrate?

Have you ever longed for something deeply—a graduation day, a long-awaited vacation, a dream job, a spouse, maybe even a child? As meaningful as those hopes are, Pastor Ken reminds you today of a far greater one: the Messiah. In the Old Testament, believers looked ahead to His first coming and the salvation He would bring. Now that Jesus has come, our hope is fixed on His return—His triumphant second coming, when He will reign as the true King of the world.

Have you ever thought you really knew someone—until you saw them in a completely different setting and discovered a side you never expected? Today, Pastor Ken shows that Scripture presents two striking portraits of the Messiah. One reveals a conquering, triumphant King who rules the nations with authority and power. The other reveals a humble, gentle Servant who suffers and gives Himself for His people. Amazingly, Jesus fulfills both pictures perfectly.

The view from the top of a mountain makes the arduous climb worthwhile. From the summit, you can see ridge after ridge stretching into the distance, and you begin to wonder what the view looks like from those peaks. Today, Pastor Ken says understanding prophecy is similar. You may feel like you're seeing the whole future laid out—but you're viewing it from just one vantage point. There are many perspectives on what's ahead, and only God sees the entire landscape.

Doesn't it feel satisfying to snap the final piece of a puzzle into place? For hours, even days, you've patiently fitted piece after piece together, watching the image slowly take shape. Today, Pastor Ken says that's what it's like when you begin to read and understand biblical prophecy. A passage here, a passage there, and the bigger picture starts to emerge. You don't see it all yet—and you won't see it all until Jesus returns the second time. Then, and only then, will the full image finally come into clear view.

There always seems to be so much to do—fix the loose drawer, answer that email, mow the lawn, organize the closet. It's easy to procrastinate and push it all to next week. The to-do list grows, and eventually neglect catches up with you. Today, Pastor Ken warns you that the same is true spiritually. When you ignore what God has clearly called you to do, the effects don't simply disappear. Disobedience and a lack of follow-through carry consequences—sometimes lasting for years, even generations.

Have you ever been so scared that your stomach felt like it dropped to the floor? Or so startled your heart seemed ready to pound out of your chest? Fear has a powerful effect on the body — and it can have an even stronger effect on your choices. Today, Pastor Ken reminds you that fear can keep you from stepping into what God has planned for you to do. It can hold you back and cloud your judgment. But God is with you. Trust Him, move forward, and refuse to let fear decide your future.

Albert Bierstadt (Beer-stat) painted sweeping landscapes of the American West in the late nineteenth century. When you first approach one of his massive canvases, you have to step back to take it all in. But as you move closer, you notice small details — deer grazing in the trees, a lone canoe on the water, a distant waterfall. You can't see the full picture and every detail at the same time. Today, Pastor Ken reminds you that while your vision is limited, God's is not. He sees it all — so trust Him.

One word can mean so much. Think about the word run. An athlete runs a race. Water runs down a window. A manager runs a company. A candidate runs for office. You can even have a run of good luck. One word — many meanings. Today, Pastor Ken points you to a title of God that is just as rich: “The Lord of Armies.” It speaks of His power, authority, justice, and care for His people. So much is wrapped up in that one name. And yet, as weighty as it is, even that title cannot fully capture who He is.