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Teach Us To Pray, Part 5: Till Debt Do Us Part
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."
10/21/2024 • 30 minutes
Teach Us To Pray, Part 4: Manna for Today
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."
10/14/2024 • 30 minutes
Teach Us To Pray, Part 3
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."
10/7/2024 • 30 minutes
Teach Us To Pray, Part 2
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."
9/30/2024 • 30 minutes
Teach Us To Pray, Part 1
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."
9/23/2024 • 30 minutes
The Trouble With Truth
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.”
9/16/2024 • 30 minutes
Working for the Promise
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.
9/9/2024 • 30 minutes
A Tale of Two Kingdoms
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.”
9/3/2024 • 30 minutes
A Letter from God
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.”
8/26/2024 • 30 minutes
Against All Hope
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.”
8/19/2024 • 30 minutes
Divorced By God
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.”
8/12/2024 • 30 minutes
Follow the Leader
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."
8/5/2024 • 30 minutes
Food for the Soul
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."
8/5/2024 • 30 minutes
The Nutrition of Nurture
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."
7/22/2024 • 30 minutes
Body Building
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."
7/15/2024 • 30 minutes
The Sacrifice of Fools
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.”
7/8/2024 • 30 minutes
The Sacrifice of Obedience
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."
7/5/2024 • 30 minutes
The Weight of Words
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.”
7/5/2024 • 30 minutes
The Paradox of Christianity
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."
6/18/2024 • 30 minutes
Out In The Cold
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.
6/11/2024 • 30 minutes
To Be Or Not To Be
Whether we like to admit it or not, we really aren’t very good at living our best lives. But, there is a source that offers you a better life and strength. This week, Charles Tapp shares the promise that gives you the opportunity to experience a life with God, with his message “To Be Or Not To Be.”
6/3/2024 • 30 minutes
The Sense of Faith
Each of the 5 senses we were given is a beautiful gift…to see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. But if we were ever without any one of them, we could still survive. This week, Charles Tapp reveals there is a sixth sense that God has given us that is essential to anyone who desires to live a Christ-centered life.
5/27/2024 • 30 minutes
Great Expectations!
We all have expectations of one another. But what about when it comes to the expectations we have of God? And is it wrong for us to expect certain things of God? This week, Charles Tapp answers these questions, as he returns to the pulpit for the first time since beating COVID, with his message “Great Expectations!”
5/21/2024 • 30 minutes
The Standards of Jesus, Part 6: Bumper Sticker Theology
What if everyone actually followed The Golden Rule? What would our world really look like? It's a little hard to imagine, but it's something Charles Tapp explores this week as he concludes this series on The Standards of Jesus: Reflections from the Sermon on the Mount, as he explains WHY Jesus shared this important rule to live by, with his message "Bumper Sticker Theology."
5/13/2024 • 30 minutes
The Standards of Jesus, Part 5: Daily Devotion
Many of us worry a great deal about the future. This week, Charles Tapp helps you discover a different approach and where to put your attention, as he continues with the fifth part in this series on The Standards Of Jesus: Reflections from the Sermon on the Mount, as he shares his message "Daily Devotion."
5/6/2024 • 30 minutes
The Standards of Jesus, Part 4: Actions Speak Louder Than Words
We tend to like an "eye for an eye" justice. But Jesus teaches something that revolutionizes the way we should handle conflict. This week, Charles Tapp continues this series on "The Standards of Jesus" and reveals a more powerful response when someone has hurt us with his message "Actions Speak Louder Than Words."
4/29/2024 • 30 minutes
The Standards of Jesus, Part 3: The Root of Righteousness
Your outward appearance or behavior doesn't fool God. In fact, Jesus sees straight through it...and yet he still chooses to love you. This week, Charles Tapp continues with his series "The Standards of Jesus" by revealing what Jesus really says about what's at the heart of being right with God, with his message "The Root of Righteousness."
4/22/2024 • 30 minutes
The Standards of Jesus, Part 2: To Be Or Not To Be
Jesus shared eight qualities of what it means to be blessed in his famous "Sermon On the Mount." This week, Charles Tapp reveals what these qualities are and what they mean for those wishing to be citizens of God's Kingdom, as he continues with the second part in this series "The Standards of Jesus" with his message "To Be Or Not To Be."
4/15/2024 • 30 minutes
The Standards of Jesus, Part 1: Reflections from the Sermon on the Mount
We've come to expect certain standards in order for our world to function. And the same is true in the way we conduct ourselves. What standards have you set for yourself? This week, Charles Tapp digs into one of Jesus' most famous talks: The Sermon On the Mount, and reveals there are some very high standards he sets for his followers, and what this means, as he shares the first part in this series "The Standards of Jesus."
4/8/2024 • 30 minutes
If The Tomb Could Talk
There are some important truths that can be learned from the tomb in which Jesus was laid. This week, Charles Tapp reveals these lessons and why the tomb should hold an important place in the hearts and minds of anyone who calls themselves followers of Christ.
4/1/2024 • 30 minutes
The Misunderstood King
Jesus had one purpose and one mission when he came to this earth. But this purpose was misunderstood even by his most ardent followers then, and still even to this day. This week, Charles Tapp shares the story of Palm Sunday, and what we can learn from it today, with his message "The Misunderstood King."
3/25/2024 • 30 minutes
When All You Can Do Is Pray, Part 2: The Thrill of Victory and the Agony of Defeat
What is prayer to you? Do you feel tongue-tied when you have to pray? Or is it something that's saved as a last resort when nothing else pans out? This week, Charles Tapp continues with the second part in his series "When All You Can Do Is Pray" and shares one man's journey of prayer with his message "The Thrill of Victory and the Agony of Defeat."
3/18/2024 • 30 minutes
When All You Can Do Is Pray, Part 1: When God Tries Your Patience
It's easy to become discouraged when it appears as though God hasn't responded to your cry for help. And this week, Charles Tapp helps you understand God's nature, and to see it as an opportunity to strengthen your character. As he shares part 1 in a brand new series "When All You Can Do Is Pray" with his message "When God Tries Your Patience."
3/11/2024 • 30 minutes
The Heart of Christianity, Part 3: No Excuses
God ultimately places the responsibility of whether we choose to believe or not in our hands. And today, Charles Tapp wraps up with the last part of this series "The Heart of Christianity" by explaining that you can't ignore the evidence around us, with his message "No Excuses."
2/26/2024 • 30 minutes
The Heart of Christianity, Part 2: A Word for Life
Today, Charles Tapp continues with the second part in his series "The Heart of Christianity" by helping you understand the importance of God's Word and why applying it to your life matters.
2/20/2024 • 30 minutes
The Heart of Christianity, Part 1: The Heart of the Matter
There are things that just can't function without that thing--an engine, a power source, a heart. And there is something that is so central to the Christian experience that without it, it couldn't survive--and it goes beyond following rules, and mere knowledge of the Bible. Today, Charles Tapp begins a new series, The Heart of Christianity that answers this question and lots more, with today's message "The Heart of the Matter."
2/12/2024 • 30 minutes
Keys to the Kingdom, Part 5: Dragnet
If you consider yourself a follower of Christ, you've been called to serve as a type of "net" to help bring others from all walks of life into God's Kingdom. This week, Charles Tapp wraps up with the final part of his series "Keys to the Kingdom" as he shares his message "Dragnet."
2/5/2024 • 30 minutes
Keys to the Kingdom, Part 4: Not In My Field
People are a lot like flowers and weeds. It can be hard to distinguish those who have good hearts from those who know how to put on a good appearance. And that's why Jesus used a parable about wheat and tares to illustrate how good and evil are allowed to coexist in this world. This week, Charles Tapp shares the fourth part in his series "Keys to the Kingdom" with his message "Not In My Field."
1/29/2024 • 30 minutes
Keys to the Kingdom, Part 3: No Root, No Fruit
There's an old story Jesus told about a farmer who spread seed, and the difference between the seed that landed on rocky surfaces and the ones that went into good soil. This week, Charles Tapp reveals what this story means for you today, and for that person in your life who hasn't made the decision to follow Christ. As he shares the third part in his series "Keys to the Kingdom" with his message "No Root, No Fruit."
1/22/2024 • 30 minutes
Keys to the Kingdom, Part 2: Buried Treasure
If your desire is to be a citizen of the Kingdom, then you must be willing to place the same value upon the Kingdom as God does. Charles Tapp explains what that means as he shares the second part in his series "Keys to the Kingdom" with his message "Buried Treasure."
1/17/2024 • 30 minutes
Keys to the Kingdom: Small Beginnings
There's a mystery about God's Kingdom that we often miss. This week, Charles Tapp reveals what Jesus shared with his disciples when it comes to His kingdom, and what it means for us today. As he shares the first part of this series "Keys To The Kingdom" with his message "Small Beginnings."
1/8/2024 • 30 minutes
Better, Stronger, Wiser
Sometimes the best way forward is to have a willingness to take an honest look at our past. This week, Charles Tapp explains what this means and how you can gain a better perspective as we enter a new year.
1/1/2024 • 30 minutes
The Lost Glory
In the midst of the season with all the gifts, and lights, and music, is there something else we've missed along the way? Let's get back to Charles Tapp, as helps you discover the babe in the manger--the greatest gift of all, in his message "The Lost Glory."
12/29/2023 • 30 minutes
Have You Seen The Light?
God doesn't want you living in darkness, and in fear. This week Charles Tapp explains you have the chance to step out of whatever darkness you may be walking in right now, and step into God's light. As he shares his message "Have You Seen The Light?"
12/18/2023 • 30 minutes
The Pursuit of Peace
Peace is something that appears to elude us at every turn, which can make you wonder if you’ll ever find it. Today, Charles Tapp helps you discover a peace that passes all understanding, even in the current climate in which we live.
12/11/2023 • 30 minutes
The Light At The End Of The Tunnel
If we’re being honest, when it feels as though there’s darkness all around us, it can be extremely difficult to see even a glimmer of light on the horizon. Today, Charles Tapp takes you on a journey through the Gospel of John to share the words of Jesus himself that we are given hope, even in the darkest of times.
12/5/2023 • 30 minutes
A Blessing In Disguise
Blessings can come in mysterious ways. But is it possible to ever consider something tragic a blessing? This week Charles Tapp helps you recognize the blessings God may be putting in front of you right now before you miss them, as he shares his message "A Blessing In Disguise."
11/27/2023 • 30 minutes
The Gospel of Giving
Giving isn't about what's in our hands, but what's in our hearts. This week, Charles Tapp reveals that the concept of giving is the very foundation on which God has built his kingdom, and is a demonstration of the love of God in our hearts, as he shares his message "The Gospel of Giving."
11/20/2023 • 30 minutes
We've Come This Far By Faith, Part 2: The Work Of Faith
In the book of James in the Bible, he points out that words don't mean much if we have the ability to do more. And this week, Charles Tapp continues his series "We Come This Far By Faith" by explaining that faith by itself...without substance to back it up, doesn't always amount to very much. With part 2: The Work of Faith.
11/13/2023 • 30 minutes
We've Come This Far By Faith, Part 1: A Walk Of Faith
It's not easy to be thankful when you're in the midst of trials. But as Charles Tapp explains today, living by faith is more about having hope for the future than fixing your current situation. And he begins a series of messages "We've Come This Far by Faith" that will go deep into what living a life of faith should look like, with part one: A Walk of Faith.
11/6/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 14: Come and See!
There are times when it appears as though all hope is lost. And this week, Charles Tapp continues with the 14th and final part in his series, "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation," and reveals that in the midst of some of the most dramatic events that unfold, that there is justice and hope on the horizon, with his message "Darkest Before The Dawn."
10/30/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 13: Come and See!
It's not easy living in the current condition of the world. But this week, Charles Tapp continues his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" as he reveals the amazing promise that we will one day overcome, with part 13, "Come and See!"
10/23/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 12: Signed, Sealed, and Delivered
When you and I come to grips with the value of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, the book of Revelation in the Bible goes into great detail about what the reaction will be of those who truly understand its worth. This week, Charles Tapp continues with part 12 of this series, "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" as he examines chapter 5 of Revelation, with his message "Signed, Sealed, and Delivered."
10/16/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 11: Imagine Heaven
It's easy to forget that feeling you once had for God when you first believed. And this week, Charles Tapp offers a beautiful picture of what God has in store for those who are faithful, as he continues with part 11 of this series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" with his message "Imagine Heaven."
10/9/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 10: The Promise
We like to think we can do it all on our own, but it's clear that without God, we will never be able to measure up. This week, Charles Tapp continues with part 10 in his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" as he shares the lesson Jesus reveals to the 7th and final church mentioned in Revelation, Laodicea, and why this lesson is important to the church today, with his message "The Promise."
10/2/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 9: He's Been Faithful
Jesus offers comfort to those who are faithful. And this week, Charles Tapp shares the hope offered to the Church of Philadelphia in the book of Revelation, and what that means for his church today. As he continues with part 9 in this series, "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" with his message "He's Been Faithful."
9/25/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 8: Life Through the Rearview Mirror
It's impossible to relive the past. And while it's important to remember what's happened before, God wants to do some amazing things ahead of you. This week, Charles Tapp looks at what Jesus had to say about the Church of Sardis, as he continues his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" with his message "Life Through the Rearview Mirror."
9/18/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 7: One Bad Apple
If you've ever thought that you have no affect on other people, well, you might want to take a look in the mirror. This week, Charles Tapp continues with the 7th part in his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" as he tries to prevent the church from being contaminated by the "bad apples" and how we can be a positive influence on those around us, with his message "One Bad Apple."
9/11/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 6: The Last Word
It can sometimes feel overwhelming living in this world, with forces that assail us from every side. This week, Charles Tapp reveals the hope God wants his church to know in these last days, as he continues with part 6 of his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" with his message "The Last Word."
9/5/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 5: With A Made Up Mind
God is looking for people who have determined in their minds to remain faithful even in the midst of the most trying of circumstances. This week, Charles Tapp continues with part 5 of his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" as he helps you discover for yourself where you stand, in his message "With A Made Up Mind."
8/28/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 4: Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire
Without God's Spirit, we cannot truly be a light to the world. This week, Charles Tapp continues his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" with an honest look at The Church today, and what Jesus' example tells us about what it really means to love others, with his message "Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire."
8/24/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 3: No Need To Fear
Jesus offers words of hope through his book of Revelation, not to fear. This week, Charles Tapp shares these comforting words as he continues his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" with his message "No Need To Fear."
8/17/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 2: Blessed Assurance
Often, our suffering can lead to some of our greatest blessings. This week, Charles Tapp continues with the second part of his series "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation" by looking at how God offers another set of ways to experience happiness, with his message "Blessed Assurance."
8/8/2023 • 30 minutes
Christ First, Part 1: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation
This week, Charles Tapp begins a brand new series on one of the most misunderstood books of the Bible: the book of Revelation. But its message still speaks to the condition of our world today, and challenges the societal norms with the first part, "Christ First: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation."
8/8/2023 • 30 minutes
The Church On Trial, Part 7: The Verdict Is In
We go through most of our days as people who want to please God and who want to live God’s will in our own lives. But, a battle rages within us, and Mr. Hyde shows his face whenever he wishes and ruins the very things that we sought to build. So, what's the verdict? Are we destined to living in darkness without any hope? This week, Charles Tapp shares the final part in his series "The Church On Trial" with a verdict you may not see coming, with Part 7: "The Verdict Is In!"
7/24/2023 • 30 minutes
The Church On Trial, Part 6: The Star Witness
As star witnesses--Jesus wants us to live out our faith in such a way that it reflects God's light for others to see. And this week, Charles Tapp continues his series "The Church On Trial" by examining whether the Church has been a star witness or if it is guilty of giving false testimony, with Part 6: "The Star Witness."
7/17/2023 • 30 minutes
The Church On Trial, Part 5: Here Comes The Bride
It's a pretty amazing thought that God chooses to love us--warts and all. And this week, Charles Tapp continues his series "The Church On Trial" by asking whether the Church, the Bride of Christ, will remain faithful and committed until He returns to take part in the grand celebration he has planned just for her. This is Part 5 in the series: "Here Comes the Bride."
7/10/2023 • 30 minutes
The Church On Trial, Part 4: Good For Nothing
And the trial continues. This week, the claim is that the church is to be the salt and light of the world. But has it lost its flavor and contaminated the world instead? You get to play the jury as Charles Tapp continues his series "The Church On Trial" with part 4: Good For Nothing.
7/7/2023 • 30 minutes
The Church On Trial, Part 3: The Cost of the Kingdom
When it comes to being a part of God's Kingdom, is there a limit to what you're willing to pay? Charles Tapp continues to examine the evidence whether the church lives up to the claims it's made about itself in his series "The Church on Trial" with part 3 "The Cost of the Kingdom."
6/26/2023 • 30 minutes
The Church On Trial, Part 2: The Love Church
What does it mean to love? Does the world know the people--the church--by our love? Charles Tapp examines the evidence with part 2 of the Church On Trial with his message "The Love Church."
6/19/2023 • 30 minutes
The Church On Trial, Part 1: Upon This Rock
In the court of law, it's up to the jury to determine guilt or innocence based on the facts that have been presented. And some cases are more clear-cut than others. So if the church were on trial, would it be able to live up to the claims it's made about itself? For the next several weeks, you become the jury. And Pastor Charles Tapp will be presenting the claims the church has made. Will you find it innocent or guilty of those claims? We begin with part 1 of "The Church On Trial: Upon This Rock."
6/12/2023 • 30 minutes
Strength for the Journey, Part 2: A Bold Request
It’s not always easy to ask for help. But there is someone who truly understands what you may be going through. This week, Charles Tapp reveals what God has promised us, and challenges the believer to not be afraid to make your requests known to God, as he continues with part 2 in this series “Strength for the Journey” with his message “A Bold Request.”
6/5/2023 • 30 minutes
Strength for the Journey, Part 1: Perfect Weakness
It would be nice if God could just remove the pain and obstacles in our way. But as Charles Tapp reveals this week, there is a grace that God offers every believer when they find themselves faced with the most challenging circumstances. He shares what that looks like, and how to receive it, as he begins a new series of messages “Strength for the Journey” with part 1 “Perfect Weakness.”
5/30/2023 • 30 minutes
Occupied Or Preoccupied
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?”
5/22/2023 • 30 minutes
A Mother's Love
Most of us can attest to how much a mother loves her children, and the lengths she will go for them. And as Charles Tapp explains this week, this love of a mother, in a very real way, is God’s way of revealing his heart towards us. As he shares this special Mother’s Day message, “A Mother’s Love.”
5/15/2023 • 30 minutes
Our Brother's Keeper
What we do affects others. Like good teams that hold each other accountable, in community, we need to hold each other accountable. It says a lot about how much we care about God, for others, and our community. This week, Charles Tapp brings understanding to what it means to be our brother's keeper and its impact on the larger community, as he shares his message "Our Brother's Keeper."
5/8/2023 • 30 minutes
Jesus: The Way, The Truth, and the Life, Part 3
Jesus said that He is the Life. And today, Charles Tapp shares how you can obtain the abundant life Jesus offers each of us, as he concludes this 3 part series with his message "Fighting For Your Life."
5/1/2023 • 30 minutes
Jesus: The Way, The Truth, and the Life, Part 2
There's been a lot of debate recently about what's really fake news.How do we know what's true? Jesus said that the truth will set you free. Charles Tapp investigates more into what this means as he continues his message, "The Kingdom of Truth."
4/24/2023 • 30 minutes
Jesus: The Way, The Truth, and the Life, Part 1
We all need direction in our lives. Unfortunately, you can't buy a GPS for that. But Jesus says that He is the Way, if we're willing to follow Him. Charles Tapp shares his message, "Jesus: The Way the Truth and The Life."
4/17/2023 • 30 minutes
Because Of Love
It's not because of the things you've done, but because of love that you've been saved. Today, Charles Tapp reveals the great lengths God goes to show his love for you, and how that love should operate in your life, as he shares this special message for Resurrection Weekend titled, "Because Of Love."
4/10/2023 • 30 minutes
No Rest for the Weary
Despite that Jesus' lifeless body lay in a tomb, there was as much life in him in death as there was in life. This week, Charles Tapp reveals one of the great mysteries of the resurrection story with his message "No Rest For The Weary."
4/3/2023 • 30 minutes
When In Rome, Part 2: Rise, Kill, Eat
We all have our own personal convictions--those things that may not be foundational to the faith. So what happens when we try to force others not like us to conform or do things the way we do them? This week, Charles Tapp offers a solution when these issues arise as he shares the second part in this series "When In Rome," with his message "Rise, Kill, Eat."
3/27/2023 • 30 minutes
When In Rome, Part 1: Rooted and Grounded
You've heard the phrase, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." But how does the Church find unity when there are others who come from other backgrounds, or might do things differently than we do? Charles Tapp tackles this question, and explains how the early church dealt with these very same issues, as he shares the first part in a new series of messages titled "When In Rome" with part 1, Rooted and Grounded."
3/20/2023 • 30 minutes
Going Beyond the Walls, Part 4: Show and Tell
God is calling his followers into the world to serve in the dark places where light and hope are needed most. This week, Charles Tapp examines just how powerful the gospel really can be when the church becomes determined, not just to tell people about it, but to show it to them as well. As he continues with the fourth part in this series, "Going Beyond the Walls," with his message "Show and Tell."
3/13/2023 • 30 minutes
Going Beyond the Walls, Part 3: No Strings Attached
Jesus calls his followers the salt and light of the earth. This week, Charles Tapp reveals what this means, and what will happen if we lose our light or saltiness, as he continues with the third part in this series "Going Beyond The Walls" with his message "No Strings Attached."
3/6/2023 • 30 minutes
Going Beyond the Walls, Part 2: Jesus In Disguise
Would Jesus ever wear a disguise? And if so, what would his reason be? This week, Charles Tapp answers that question as he continues with the second part in this series "Going Beyond the Walls" by revealing Christ's secret identity, with his message, "Jesus in Disguise."
2/27/2023 • 30 minutes
Going Beyond the Walls, Part 1: The Power of the Serve
If the church is going to reach the world for Christ, we must recognize that as our ability to serve goes, so does our effectiveness to win the world for Christ. This week, Charles Tapp begins a new series of messages titled "Going Beyond the Walls" and offers practical solutions to showing God's love, with part 1 "The Power of the Serve."
2/21/2023 • 30 minutes
The Greatest Thing
Is there something greater than love? This week, Charles Tapp digs into one of the most popular verses in the Bible to reveal the greatest thing God has put into the life of every believer. As he shares his message "The Greatest Thing."
2/13/2023 • 30 minutes
The One Thing
There is so much competing for our attention...from work, to home, to children--even church. This week, Charles Tapp helps you discover the one thing that can transform the rest of your life, and it only requires a simple word. As he shares the first message in this two-part series "The One Thing."
2/5/2023 • 30 minutes
God's Good Work, Part 4
We're all in search of that one thing that will bring us happiness and contentment. And this week, Charles Tapp reveals its source, but it requires some honesty and soul-searching, as he shares the fourth and final part in his series "God's Good Work: Lessons from Phillippians" with his message "The Secret of Contentment."
1/30/2023 • 30 minutes
God's Good Work, Part 3
The fact is, God knows we're not perfect, which is why He's doing the good work for us. This week, Charles Tapp continues with the third part in his series "God's Good Work" by explaining we just need to be willing to allow that work to take hold in us, with his message "Perfect Perfection."
1/23/2023 • 30 minutes
God's Good Work, Part 2
There is a joy unlike any other God wants you to experience. And this week, Charles Tapp explains that God has started a work in you, and wants to see it to completion. It may involve some ups and downs, but you'll discover a life he's been preparing you for all along, if you're willing to trust Him. Here's Charles Tapp with part 2 in his series "God's Good Work: Lessons from Phillippians" with his message "Joy In the Journey."
1/17/2023 • 30 minutes
God's Good Work, Part 1
You are a masterpiece under construction. And the apostle Paul made it clear that God is determined to complete this "good" work that he has started. This week, Charles Tapp begins a new series of messages based on lessons Paul shares in his letter to the Philippians, with part 1 of "God's Good Work."
1/17/2023 • 30 minutes
Tried and Tested
It's difficult to know who to trust anymore. And this week, Charles Tapp wants you to learn to hold on to the promises found in God's Word, and challenges you to claim these promises as you begin a new year, as he shares his message "Tried and Tested!"
1/3/2023 • 30 minutes
Born to Save
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."
12/22/2022 • 30 minutes
Hold Up The Light
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."
12/12/2022 • 30 minutes
Skywriting
The signs are all around us...and as Christians, it can be easy to get caught up in them looking for when Christ will return that we miss the ones right in front of us. And Charles Tapp says we have two choices to make as to what we're going to do. He explains in today's message "Skywriting."
12/5/2022 • 30 minutes
The Nutrition of Nurture
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."
11/28/2022 • 30 minutes
The Gospel of Thanksgiving
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."
11/21/2022 • 30 minutes
An Enemy At The Gate
Everyone experiences difficulty--it will always exist. And today, Charles Tapp shares how to overcome feelings of doubt and fear, and learn to place your complete trust in God. As he shares his message "An Enemy At the Gate."
11/15/2022 • 30 minutes
The Politics of Jesus
God has given his church the authority to right the wrongs here on earth, just as it is in heaven. Charles Tapp offers a glimpse into what our role should be as believers as he shares the rest of his message "The Politics of Jesus."
11/7/2022 • 30 minutes
Going Deeper...Reaching Wider, Part 5: The Departure of the Spirit
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."
10/31/2022 • 30 minutes
Going Deeper...Reaching Wider, Part 4: The Gift That Keeps On Giving
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."
10/24/2022 • 30 minutes
Going Deeper...Reaching Wider, Part 3: The Power To Be
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."
10/17/2022 • 30 minutes
Going Deeper...Reaching Wider, Part 2: The Power of All
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."
10/10/2022 • 30 minutes
Going Deeper...Reaching Wider, Part 1: The Missing Link
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."
10/3/2022 • 30 minutes
The Prayers of Jesus, Part 4: A Prayer For Them
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."
9/26/2022 • 30 minutes
The Prayers of Jesus, Part 3: The Mystery of the Cup
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."
9/19/2022 • 30 minutes
The Prayers of Jesus, Part 2: The Search For Glory
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."
9/13/2022 • 30 minutes
The Prayers of Jesus, Part 1: Wise In Their Own Eyes
Jesus invites you to rest from your own wisdom and futile attempts to acquire salvation on your own merits. This week, Charles Tapp begins a new series of messages "The Prayers Of Jesus: A Window Into The Heart of God" with the hope it will inspire a life of prayer, as he shares his first message "Wise In Their Own Eyes."
9/6/2022 • 30 minutes
Back To The Bible, Part 4: Lord of the Reigns
Depending on your circumstances, it can be easy to wonder whether God has your back. This week, Charles Tapp concludes his series "Back to the Bible" and asks 'who holds the reigns to your heart?' with his message "The Lord of the Reigns."
8/29/2022 • 30 minutes
Back To The Bible, Part 3: Out of Egypt
You are a work in progress, and to get where God wants you to be takes preparation. This week Charles Tapp shares what we can learn from the Israelite's journey to the Promised Land, as he continues with part 3 in this series "Back to the Bible," with his message "Out of Egypt."
8/22/2022 • 30 minutes
Back To The Bible, Part 2: Barren But Blessed
How you handle the barren places in your life can be a reflection of where your relationship with God is. Today, Charles Tapp shares the story of Hannah, from the Bible, who found grace in the midst of her barrenness, and what you can learn from it, in his message "Barren But Blessed."
8/15/2022 • 30 minutes
Back To The Bible, Part 1: Dead Man Walking
Your walk with God is not about perfection. But when you discover what God has done in your life, it changes your walk. Pastor Tapp shares the first part in his series "Back To The Bible, with his message "Dead Man Walking."
8/8/2022 • 30 minutes
On The Road Again, Part 3: The Road To Salvation
We're used to earning things in life. But today, Charles Tapp explains that grace isn't grace once you have to work for it. As he shares the third and final part in this series "On The Road Again" with his message "The Road to Salvation."
8/1/2022 • 30 minutes
On The Road Again, Part 2: The Road To Contentment
If money and things don't satisfy our hunger for happiness, what will? This week, Charles Tapp shares the secret to true and lasting contentment.
7/25/2022 • 30 minutes
On The Road Again, Part 1: The Road To Forgiveness
Being forgiven should elicit a proper response. This week, Charles Tapp shares what that response should look like when we realize we've all been forgiven, as he shares his message "The Road to Forgiveness."
7/17/2022 • 30 minutes
Generous Justice
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.
7/11/2022 • 30 minutes
The Trouble With Truth
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.”
7/5/2022 • 30 minutes
The Gospel of Grace
God's grace is a response to our sin. And this week, Charles Tapp shares a new installment in his messages titled "The Gospel Of" by helping to unravel the misunderstandings of what grace is and isn't...and just how remarkable it truly is, with his message "The Gospel of Grace."
7/5/2022 • 30 minutes
Success Is Not An Accident
If you want to be successful at anything, you have to first plant the seeds--do the work necessary to reap the reward. And it's the same in our Christian journey. Charles Tapp explains with his message "Success Is Not An Accident."