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How to Deal with Betrayal as a Christian: Lessons from Scripture (1 Samuel 23:1-13)

Betrayed by someone you trusted? You're not alone. You do something for someone only to be met with ingratitude, thanklessness, or betrayal. Study David's example in 1 Samuel 23:1-13 when the citizens of Keilah betrayed him to Saul after he saved them from the Philistines. Learn how to respond to betrayal with faith, grace, and Christlike humility—no matter the hurt.https://youtu.be/6jqTSSKwedATable of contentsWhen the People of Keilah Reached out to David for HelpDavid Heard from God ...

Jesus’ New Covenant at the Last Supper: A Promise Fulfilled (Luke 22:19-20)

Jesus instituted the New Covenant at the Last Supper, fulfilling God's promise in Jeremiah 31:31-34. Learn how Christ's words, "This is My body... This is the new covenant in My blood," revealed the redemptive purpose of His death and forever changed how we understand communion. From the blood of the Old Covenant in Exodus to Jesus's sacrifice on the cross, understand the deep spiritual meaning behind the bread and the cup and how they point to our salvation and eternal hope. If you're a believe...

Who Are the Two Witnesses in Revelation 11?

Explore the identities of the two witnesses in Revelation, their mission during the Great Tribulation, and how they testify about Jesus.

Old vs. New Covenant: Understanding the Shift in God’s Plan (Jeremiah 31:31-34)

📖 Old vs. New Covenant: Understanding God’s Redemption PlanThe transition from the Old Covenant to the New Covenant is one of the most profound shifts in biblical history. Why was a New Covenant necessary? How does it transform our relationship with God? Let's unpack Jeremiah 31:31-34, exploring how Jesus's Last Supper fulfilled prophecy and established a better covenant for believers.https://youtu.be/04ZpwaZQnHITable of contentsLasting Change Must Begin with the HeartThe Heart’s I...

Jesus Celebrates Passover: The Spiritual Meaning of His Last Supper (Luke 22:7-18)

What is the true meaning of Jesus’s Last Supper and Passover? Luke 22:7-18 reveals the deep spiritual significance of the Last Supper, how it fulfilled the Passover, and what it means for believers today. Learn why Jesus earnestly desired to celebrate this meal with His disciples before becoming our Passover Lamb and how it foreshadows the Marriage Supper of the Lamb in Heaven.https://youtu.be/NWk8lTM16GUTable of contentsJesus’s Passover Preparation Instructions to Peter and JohnBe Enc...

Why Did Judas Betray Jesus Christ? Uncovering the Truth (Luke 22:1-6)

Why did Judas betray Jesus? Understand one of the most tragic and evil acts in history. Drawing on Luke 22:1-6 and other scriptural insights, we learn Judas’s betrayal was not simply an act of greed but resulted from a complex interplay of unbelief, Satan’s influence, bitterness in the hearts of the religious leaders, and disillusionment.https://youtu.be/8YGeaWHt_rgTable of contentsJesus Modeled Faith and WisdomJudas: The Religious Leaders’ Solution to Their DilemmaSatan Entered Judas ...

In Daniel 9:24 What Does It Mean to Finish the Transgression, Make an End of Sins, Make Atonement for Iniquity, Bring in Everlasting Righteousness, Seal Up Vision and Prophecy, and Anoint the Most Holy Place?

Daniel 9:24 says, "Seventy weeks are determined for your people and for your holy city, to finish the transgression, make an end of sins, make atonement for iniquity, bring in everlasting righteousness, seal up vision and prophecy, and anoint the most holy place." The six things listed are divided into two groups: the first group of three is negative and relates to sin. It's important to understand each!Table of contentsThe First Group of ThreeFinish the TransgressionMake an End of SinsMake ...

We Obey What We Fear: A Biblical Truth About Faith and Obedience

Do you know what truly shapes our obedience? Our actions are governed by what we fear. Drawing from the timeless examples of Abraham, the Hebrew midwives, Pharaoh, Saul, and even the religious leaders, we learn that obedience to God flows from a genuine fear of Him—and not from our fear of man. Why? because we obey what we fear.https://youtu.be/qGrBmyob1o8Table of contentsAbraham Obeyed God Because He Feared HimThe Midwives Obeyed God Because They Feared HimPharaoh Disobeyed God Becaus...

Jesus Said to Stay Awake and Be Watchful: Are You Ready? (Luke 21:34-36)

Discover the powerful call to vigilance. Jesus commands us to "stay awake and be watchful" so that we are always ready for His return. In this message, learn how being alert—watching rather than merely predicting—produces obedience and prevents disobedience. Drawing on teachings from Luke 21 and other prophetic scriptures, this sermon challenges us to live each day in anticipation of Christ’s imminent return. Learn how spiritual watchfulness can transform your life and prepare your heart for the...

The Parable of the Fig Tree: A Warning for the End Times (Luke 21:29-33)

Are we in the End Times? The Parable of the Fig Tree in Luke 21:29-33 serves as a warning and guide for recognizing the signs of Christ’s Second Coming. Jesus rebuked people in His day for failing to discern His First Coming, and He expects our generation to recognize the signs leading to His return. In this message, Pastor Scott LaPierre explains how this parable is misinterpreted, what generation Jesus referred to, and why His words are more certain than creation itself.https://youtu.be/A...