The NASB translation of Malachi 2:16 reads, "I hate divorce, says the LORD God of Israel". God's view on divorce is expressed quite clearly in this text: God hates divorce. Marriage is a sacred covenant made before God; it is symbolic of the relationship between Jesus and his Bride, the church. However, God also realizes that marriage is a union be…

The NASB translation of Malachi 2:16 reads, "I hate divorce, says the LORD God of Israel". God's view on divorce is expressed quite clearly in this text: God hates divorce. Marriage is a sacred covenant made before God; it is symbolic of the relationship between Jesus and his Bride, the church. However, God also realizes that marriage is a union be…

The sin of lust and the fallout from it has reached epidemic proportions in our current culture. Sexual sin has torn apart marriages, destroyed families and decimated lives, yet we continue to see industries such as pornography, flourish and grow. Jesus has a stern word for us regarding the incredible dangers of lust, warning that if left unchecked…

The sin of lust and the fallout from it has reached epidemic proportions in our current culture. Sexual sin has torn apart marriages, destroyed families and decimated lives, yet we continue to see industries such as pornography, flourish and grow. Jesus has a stern word for us regarding the incredible dangers of lust, warning that if left unchecked…

The theme throughout the old testament is that of the coming Messiah. We learn in today's passage that Jesus - the Messiah - came not to negate the law, but instead, as the fulfillment of all the law and the prophets. He is the true Messiah for whom the people had long-awaited. Jesus came to rescue us from the penalty of sin and provide us with the…

What do you do with the truth you know? The truth that dwells within you and spoke the world into existence cannot be confined to a manmade structure. As believers, we must seek to sow seeds amongst our friends, neighbours, and family. In the midst of distractions and idolatry, the Lord shines a light that shatters darkness.…

The theme throughout the old testament is that of the coming Messiah. We learn in today's passage that Jesus - the Messiah - came not to negate the law, but instead, as the fulfillment of all the law and the prophets. He is the true Messiah for whom the people had long-awaited. Jesus came to rescue us from the penalty of sin and provide us with the…

As genuine followers of Christ, we are called to be salt and light in the world, but what does this actually mean? Just as salt was used as a preservative in Jesus' time, Christians are also to live lives that preserve morality and slow the spiritual decay we see in the current culture of this world. We also are to be light in this world, shining i…

As genuine followers of Christ, we are called to be salt and light in the world, but what does this actually mean? Just as salt was used as a preservative in Jesus' time, Christians are also to live lives that preserve morality and slow the spiritual decay we see in the current culture of this world. We also are to be light in this world, shining i…

Jesus was the greatest peacemaker of all time, and thus given the name, "Prince of Peace". Through his death and resurrection, Christ reconciled sinful man to God, and peace was made with God. As believers seek to conform more and more into his image, it only follows that we, in turn, are also called to be peacemakers. We are reminded through today…

Jesus was the greatest peacemaker of all time, and why he is called the "Prince of Peace". Through his death and resurrection, Christ reconciled sinful man to God, and peace was made with God. As believers seek to conform more and more into his image, it only follows that we, in turn, are called to be peacemakers also. Pastor Robbie reminds us thro…

What do you do with the truth you know? The truth that dwells within you and spoke the world into existence cannot be confined to a manmade structure. As believers, we must seek to sow seeds amongst our friends, neighbours, and family. In the midst of distractions and idolatry, the Lord shines a light that shatters darkness.…

Many people consider the quality of "meekness" to be a sign of weakness in a person and therefore, undesirable. Christ once again turns a worldly belief upside down: Jesus tell us that the "meek shall inherit the earth" - not the 'strong'. In fact, meekness in biblical terms is defined 'as strength under control': it is the surrendering of all powe…

Many people consider the quality of "meekness" to be a sign of weakness in a person and therefore, undesirable. Christ once again turns a worldly belief upside down: Jesus tell us that the "meek shall inherit the earth" - not the 'strong'. In fact, meekness in biblical terms is defined 'as strength under control': it is the surrendering of all powe…

In our last message, we learned how spiritual poverty leads to riches. As we continue in the Beatitudes, Jesus now tells us that sorrow leads to joy: how is this possible? The sorrow and mourning that Christ refers to is not worldly sorry, but the sorrow that results over our sin. Grief and devastation over sin furthers our walk in sanctification, …

In our last message, we learned how spiritual poverty leads to riches. As we continue in the Beatitudes, Jesus now tells us that sorrow leads to joy: how is this possible? The sorrow and mourning that Christ refers to is not worldly sorry, but the sorrow that results over our sin. Grief and devastation over sin furthers our walk in sanctification, …

Today we begin a very special series expositing the greatest sermon ever given: the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus begins this message with the Beatitudes, the instructions for living a life that is blessed by God. Those who are born again and growing in sanctification recognize that as there is a decreasing focus and desire of self, and an increasing …

Whom or what impacts the world the most? We may weigh our options between the pandemic, government, and even social media. But with each sunrise and each sunset, the Lord remains in control and the gospel brings more transformation than anything or anyone else. Join us, as we encounter the Holy Spirit's strength and power.…

Today we begin a very special series expositing the greatest sermon ever given: the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus begins this message with the Beatitudes, the instructions for living a life that is blessed by God. Those who are born again and growing in sanctification recognize that as there is a decreasing focus and desire of self, and an increasing …

With today's message, we reach the end of our series Let Me Tell You a Story, which has concentrated on the life-changing, metaphorical parables shared by Jesus but unique to the Gospel of Luke. In what is perhaps our most important lesson in our series, today's parable deals with the ages-old issue of pride versus humility—a common conflict throug…

With today's message, we reach the end of our series Let Me Tell You a Story, which has concentrated on the life-changing, metaphorical parables shared by Jesus but unique to the Gospel of Luke. In what is perhaps our most important lesson in our series, today's parable deals with the ages-old issue of pride versus humility—a common conflict throug…

Today, we continue our growth and learning about the parables preached by Jesus, unique to the Gospel of Luke. Our lesson this time, through the story of the persistent widow and the reluctant judge, is that we must never, ever dismiss the incredible power of persistent prayer. Take to heart the truth that our God does not tire of our incessant pra…

Today, we continue our growth and learning about the parables preached by Jesus, unique to the Gospel of Luke. Our lesson this time, through the story of the persistent widow and the reluctant judge, is that we must never, ever dismiss the incredible power of persistent prayer. Take to heart the truth that our God does not tire of our incessant pra…

Whom or what impacts the world the most? We may weigh our options between the pandemic, government, and even social media. But with each sunrise and each sunset, the Lord remains in control and the gospel brings more transformation than anything or anyone else. Join us, as we encounter the Holy Spirit's strength and power.…

What do you think happens when you die? Do you believe in Heaven and Hell? It's one of the most essential truths in Scripture. Today, Jesus tells the story of the deaths of two men: one who was rich in earthly treasures but destitute in love for the Lord, and one incredibly poor but living his life for God. Discover the fate of these two men... and…

What do you think happens when you die? Do you believe in Heaven and Hell? It's one of the most essential truths in Scripture. Today, Jesus tells the story of the deaths of two men: one who was rich in earthly treasures but destitute in love for the Lord, and one incredibly poor but living his life for God. Discover the fate of these two men... and…

Everything we have here on earth belongs not to us, but to our God—and please believe that one day soon we will be held accountable for what's been entrusted to us! Today's parable here on Live in the Light discusses stewardship, one of the most important concepts in Scripture. Good insight here: If God is our Master, then money becomes our servant…

Everything we have here on earth belongs not to us, but to our God—and please believe that one day soon we will be held accountable for what's been entrusted to us! Today's parable here on Live in the Light discusses stewardship, one of the most important concepts in Scripture. Good insight here: If God is our Master, then money becomes our servant…

We are continuing in our Let Me Tell You A Story series, delving deep into the amazing parables unique to the gospel of Luke. Today, we're learning about God's amazing grace in the well-known, life-changing story of Two Sons: one rebellious, one self-righteous... both in need of salvation. Discover once again God's insatiable longing for our salvat…

When plans fall through, doors close, and we experience relational conflict it's easy to feel weak, confused, and even discouraged. How can we determine our next steps? We must remember that the situation is in ultimately in God's hand. The Lord is our deliverer, refuge, and strength. Take heart as we explore the divine direction offered to Paul as…

We are again in our Let Me Tell You A Story series, delving deep into the amazing parables unique to the gospel of Luke. Today, we're learning about God's amazing grace in the well-known, life-changing story of Two Sons: one rebellious, one self-righteous... both in need of salvation. Discover once again God's insatiable longing for our salvation, …

What a roller coaster ride this little book of Jonah has been! Hope you've been blessed as we unpack the beautiful truths in this amazing series. Today marks our last instalment in Jonah and here, we discover that despite all of God's saving grace and mercy, Jonah still doesn't get it! We learn from Jonah's reaction that anytime we are immersed in …

We hope you're being blessed in our series right now, which captures an exciting and enlightening look at the Book of Jonah! To recap what's happened so far: Jonah was called by God, rebelled and fled from God, and after finding himself in the belly of a great fish, prayed to God to save him. Of course, our God, who loves to give grace, mercy and s…

We hope you're being blessed in our series right now, which captures an exciting and enlightening look at the Book of Jonah! To recap what's happened so far: Jonah was called by God, rebelled and fled from God, and after finding himself in the belly of a great fish, prayed to God to save him. Of course, our God, who loves to give grace, mercy and s…

After fleeing from God in disobedience, Jonah finds himself in the belly of a great fish... proving you can run but you can't hide! Now that he feels he's faced with sure death, Jonah calls out to our Lord in his distress and desperation. And it's at these moments, when we find ourselves completely broken, that we at last understand the grace and m…

When plans fall through, doors close, and we experience relational conflict it's easy to feel weak, confused, and even discouraged. How can we determine our next steps? We must remember that the situation is in ultimately in God's hand. The Lord is our deliverer, refuge, and strength. Take heart as we explore the divine direction offered to Paul as…

After fleeing from God in disobedience, Jonah finds himself in the belly of a great fish... proving you can run but you can't hide! Now that he feels he's faced with sure death, Jonah calls out to our Lord in his distress and desperation. And it's at these moments, when we find ourselves completely broken, that we at last understand the grace and m…

In the famous Old Testament story, Jonah thought he could flee the call of God. He was so wrong! As we continue to discuss Jonah's futile plan to escape God, and God's response: pursuing Jonah to expose him and break him so that He might love and bless him even more, it's time to ask yourself: are there places in your life where you're running from…

In the famous Old Testament story, Jonah thought he could flee the call of God. He was so wrong! As we continue to discuss Jonah's futile plan to escape God, and God's response: pursuing Jonah to expose him and break him so that He might love and bless him even more, it's time to ask yourself: are there places in your life where you're running from…

In Psalm 139, David cries "Where shall I flee from your presence?" Today, we begin an examination of the incredible adventure of the prophet Jonah, and we'll quickly begin to discover the amazing truth that though we may try to flee from God, it's a game we cannot win! He will pursue us relentlessly, and in the end, He will find us no matter how fa…

In Psalm 139, David cries "Where shall I flee from your presence?" Today, we begin an examination of the incredible adventure of the prophet Jonah, and we'll quickly begin to discover the amazing truth that though we may try to flee from God, it's a game we cannot win! He will pursue us relentlessly, and in the end, He will find us no matter how fa…

John 11 cites the greatest of all Jesus' miracles documented in this gospel. The story of Christ raising Lazarus from the dead demonstrates his supreme power and complete authority over everything - including death. As believers and followers of Christ, we have no reason to fear death: through his sacrifice on the cross and his resurrection, Jesus …

C.S. Lewis said, "The business of heaven is joy..." and today, through two of Jesus' wonderful teaching stories, the Parable of the Lost Sheep and the Parable of the Lost Coin, we learn that heaven's joy is God's joy becoming our joy! Rest assured: God searches out those who are truly lost and truly repentant... and have no doubt, He will find you.…

C.S. Lewis said, "The business of heaven is joy..." and today, through two of Jesus' wonderful teaching stories, the Parable of the Lost Sheep and the Parable of the Lost Coin, we learn that heaven's joy is God's joy becoming our joy! Rest assured: God searches out those who are truly lost and truly repentant... and have no doubt, He will find you.…

You may be surprised to learn that the second most taught virtue in the New Testament, after love, is humility. Today on Live in the Light, we're taught through another parable unique to Luke about the dangers of living pridefully. At its core, pride is self-exaltation. When we promote, worship and exalt ourselves, then we place God second... and H…

You may be surprised to learn that the second most taught virtue in the New Testament, after love, is humility. Today on Live in the Light, we're taught through another parable unique to Luke about the dangers of living pridefully. At its core, pride is self-exaltation. When we promote, worship and exalt ourselves, then we place God second... and H…

Throughout Scripture, our Lord makes abundantly clear the importance of His followers bearing fruit for His glory... and yet He is patient. In today's lesson, we learn more about God's great patience through our examination of the parables unique to Luke. The metaphor in Luke 13:6-9 is crystal clear: the fruit Jesus longs for in our lives includes …

John 11 cites the greatest of all Jesus' miracles documented in this gospel. The story of Christ raising Lazarus from the dead demonstrates his supreme power and complete authority over everything - including death. As believers and followers of Christ, we have no reason to fear death: through his sacrifice on the cross and his resurrection, Jesus …

Throughout Scripture, our Lord makes abundantly clear the importance of His followers bearing fruit for His glory... and yet He is patient. In today's lesson, we learn more about God's great patience through our examination of the parables unique to Luke. The metaphor in Luke 13:6-9 is crystal clear: the fruit Jesus longs for in our lives includes …

One of the great temptations of the human heart is the love of money. As we continue in this awesome series, Let Me Tell You A Story, we hear in another parable unique to Luke that we must constantly guard our hearts against greed. Jesus says "...for one's life does not consist in the abundance of possessions" in Luke 12:14-15, and yet in this fall…