Teachings

Because we believe that “the word of God is alive and active, sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart” (Heb. 4:12), we emphasize the teaching of the entire Bible – from Genesis to Revelation.

Pastor Steve Sager

Pastors today face a tremendous amount of pressure to do everything but preach the Word. Church growth experts tell them they must address people’s “felt needs.” They are encouraged to be storytellers, comedians, psychologists, and motivational speakers. They are warned to steer clear of topics that people find unpleasant.

We teach the full counsel of God’s Word and do not avoid any passages or topics in the Bible – even those considered “difficult or politically incorrect.”

Many have given up biblical preaching in favor of devotional lectures designed to make people feel good. Some have even replaced teaching and preaching with drama and other forms of staged entertainment.

But the pastor whose passion is biblical has only one option: “Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort, with great patience and instruction” – 2 Timothy 4:2.

Faithfully preaching and teaching the Word is the very heart of our ministry philosophy. Any other approach replaces the voice of God with human wisdom. Philosophy, politics, humor, psychology, homespun advice, and human opinion can never accomplish what the Word of God does.

Why? 

Because God’s Word is truth! – John 17:17 – Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.