Sermons – LifePoint Church

He is Faithful When We Falter

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:16:47 +0000

We have all experienced the dark night of the soul—that crippling blackness that settles over us and refuses to leave. In those seasons, even the strongest faith can question everything it once believed. John the Baptist, the man Jesus called the greatest ever born, found himself in a prison cell wrestling with doubt and wondering if Jesus really was the Promised One. Yet Jesus did not meet John’s uncertainty with rebuke. He responded with tenderness and grace. We are reminded that our darkest seasons do not disqualify us. They simply reveal our deep need for a Savior who remains faithful even when we falter.

Living in Resurrection Victory

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:30:13 +0000

The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead isn’t merely an event to be remembered, it is a living power meant to transform our daily lives. When Jesus walked out of that tomb, He deposited three staggering realities into us: a hope that cannot be shaken, an inheritance that cannot be lost, and a power that cannot be defeated. The same conquering force that defeated death now lives inside every true believer. We are not spectators watching resurrection power from a distance; we are the body through which that power moves! The question isn’t whether you believe the resurrection happened; the question is whether you’re actually living like it did?

The Unavoidable Claims of Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 14:30:08 +0000

Jesus claimed to be one with God, to hold power over life and death, and to deserve equal honor with the Father. He even declared that if you reject Him, you are calling God a liar. These are the words of someone who is either delusional or divine. Such radical claims don’t allow us to remain neutral. We must answer the unavoidable question: What will we do with Jesus? He cannot be admired from a distance or added as an accessory to our lives. In the end, there is no middle ground: we either bow in belief or turn away in blindness.

When Physical Healing Isn’t Enough

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:30:39 +0000

When a crushing physical or emotional burden has weighed us down long enough, it can eventually rob us of all hope. The joy we once knew gets drowned out by a sense of despair, and the only prayer left in us is a desperate cry for God to make it stop. But true freedom is not merely relief from pain. It is a heart that has learned to love and worship God even when the circumstances refuse to change. The greatest miracle may not be a restored body, but a renewed perspective that treasures Him above every answered prayer.

Children of Light: Love vs. Hate

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:30:21 +0000

From the very beginning of creation, God desired to bring forth life out of darkness, so He said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. God saw that the light was good, and he separated the light from the darkness. This separation is representative of two opposing kingdoms; one to which His children belong, and one to which His enemies belong. Scripture tells us that God is light, and there is no darkness in Him, and those who belong to Him are children of light. Join us as we look at some of the attributes of each kingdom, and the separating choices each person will face as a reflection of the kingdom to which they choose to belong.

Why God Uses Unlikely People

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:30:48 +0000

In a world fixated on credentials and achievements, Jesus deliberately selected twelve ordinary, flawed men—impulsive, proud, skeptical, even a traitor and a thief—to carry His gospel to the ends of the earth. He saw their faults and chose them anyway. This should radically reshape the way we evaluate ourselves. Through their stories, we recognize our own brokenness, and we’re reminded that God delights in using unlikely people so that His power can shine through their weakness. What He did with those unlikely disciples, He longs to do with us, if only we’ll say yes to His call.

Breaking the Rules to Do What’s Right

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:30:03 +0000

We sometimes mistake religious performance for a relationship with God, convinced that if we just check enough boxes, we’re doing what He desires. The Pharisees kept all the rules, yet their hearts were far from Him. Jesus repeatedly crossed their man-made boundaries, not in rebellion, but to remind us that God cares more about what’s right than what’s merely religious. The world isn’t looking for people with all the answers; they want to see people who actually look like Jesus. May we have the courage to love like He does, even when the religious establishment won’t, because doing what’s right sometimes means breaking the rules.

Where Will Your Road End?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:30:46 +0000

We often drift through life on a thousand small choices without ever stopping to ask where those choices are taking us, until one day we wake up and find ourselves in a place we never wanted to be. Jesus warns that there are two paths before us that lead to very different outcomes. The wide road is popular, comfortable, and demands little, but it ultimately ends in destruction. The narrow way is costly and humbling, requiring complete surrender to Jesus as Lord, but it is the only path that leads to life. Choose wisely. One day we will stand before Jesus and either be welcomed into His presence, or we will hear the terrifying words: “Depart from me. I never knew you.” Which road are you on?

Exchanging the Gavel for Grace

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:30:59 +0000

Have you ever noticed how quick we are to point out the sins of others, while conveniently ignoring our own? Jesus compares that to a huge plank jutting out of our eye while we fixate on the tiny speck in someone else’s. He calls us to deal honestly with our own sin first, inviting Him to expose and remove our blind spots. Only then will we see clearly enough to help another person. After all, when we stumble, we long for grace, not harsh judgment, so Jesus urges us to treat those who have fallen with that same generous measure. Are you wiling to lay down the gavel and show grace instead?

Overcoming Worry in an Anxious World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:30:52 +0000

We live in the wealthiest, most abundant nation that has ever existed, yet we are the most anxious generation in recorded history. Anxiety is at an all-time high. The solution isn’t striving harder not to worry; it’s remembering these three foundational truths: we have a Father in heaven, this Father genuinely cares for us, and He has promised to provide what we need. When we live consumed by worry, we’re not just stressed—we’re actually telling our heavenly Father that we don’t believe He will take care of us. Trust is not the absence of problems, but a deep-seated confidence in the unfailing character and goodness of God. As we seek His kingdom first, anxiety loosens its grip, not because life gets easier, but because we trust the One who holds tomorrow.

The High Cost of Cheap Treasure

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:30:33 +0000

Imagine a grown man on a beach bragging about his towering sandcastle, only to watch the rising tide wash it all away. We’d call that foolish, yet we often live the same way—investing ourselves into accumulating earthly treasures as if they’re permanent. Jesus warns us about the danger of placing high value on things that will not last. More importantly, He reveals the truth that whatever we treasure most will capture our hearts and direct our lives. It’s fine to have possessions, but ask yourself: are you building sandcastles, or investing in the kingdom that will never end?

Children of Light: Peace vs. Trouble

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 15:30:35 +0000

Stooping to Save: The True Cost of Christmas

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:30:58 +0000

Christmas draws our focus to the manger—the baby, the shepherds, the wise men. But have you ever looked deeper, past Bethlehem to see the whole story? The eternal Lord of glory didn’t cling to His rights or status; instead, He laid aside His privilege and became a servant, subjecting himself to mockery, torture, and eventually the shame of the cross. But the Christmas story doesn’t end in humiliation. Christ was raised from the dead and is now seated at the right hand of the Father in glory; and one day, every knee will bow before Him and every tongue will confess that He is Lord of all!

The Prayer That Reshapes Your Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 15:30:31 +0000

You’ve probably said the Lord’s Prayer countless times, but have you considered that it’s more of a guide for living than a script to recite? First, our heavenly Father invites us to prioritize His holiness, His kingdom, and His will above all else. This puts every worry and desire in their rightful place. Then we’re called to walk in total dependence upon Him for everything from our daily needs to protection from evil. This prayer isn’t about religious formality; it’s about putting Him first. Doing so strips away our illusions of control and draws us into intimate, moment-by-moment reliance on Him.

How to Meet God’s Impossible Standard

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:30:40 +0000

It’s tempting to measure our spiritual life by external standards like church attendance, Bible reading, avoiding major sins, and then feel good about the comparison. But Jesus dismantles this scorecard approach by revealing that the true gauge lies much deeper. He points out that we’re guilty of murder if we harbor anger towards someone, and that lust is equivalent to adultery. This means no one can achieve the perfection God requires, but the good news is that Christ has already fulfilled every requirement and offers to credit His flawless record to us! Stop trying to improve your religious resume and simply receive the righteousness that only He can provide.

Salt & Light: Your Identity in a Decaying World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 15:30:45 +0000

You carry within you something the world desperately needs. Like salt preventing decay, your commitment to God’s truth holds back the spread of moral rot in a culture drifting toward collapse. And like light piercing the night, a life lived openly for Christ provides direction for those stumbling in confusion and deception. As a follower of Christ, your very presence makes a difference in this world. Will you stand where God placed you, trusting that your faithfulness might be the lifeline that preserves others and guides them to salvation?

Redefining the Good Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 15:30:00 +0000

Every day we are offered endless definitions of happiness, each promising fulfillment if we would only chase harder, possess more, and climb higher. But Jesus invites us into His radical kingdom where true happiness emerges in the most unexpected ways. He turns the world’s ideas on their head, revealing that blessing belongs to those who pursue mercy and peace, devote their hearts to God, and endure persecution. These are the family traits of those who have been transformed by God’s grace, who have chosen to live in His upside-down kingdom. Which kingdom are you living in?

Coming to the End of Yourself

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 15:30:04 +0000

You’ve worked tirelessly to control life, earn approval, and construct your own version of happiness, but now you find yourself surrounded by all your exhausted attempts, realizing that you’ve come to the end of yourself. Congratulations! This is the moment that real change can happen. The kingdom of God isn’t for the proud or self-reliant, but for those willing to admit their own spiritual bankruptcy. True blessing, it turns out, is found when you’re empty of yourself and finally have room for Him.

Children of Light: Good vs. Evil

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 15:30:21 +0000

Buried and Raised: The Death of the Old You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 14:30:52 +0000

What has the power to truly make a person new—not just a resolution to do better or try harder—but a total metamorphosis from the inside out? Romans 6 says the old you, the one enslaved to sin, had to die. And in Christ, that’s exactly what happened. When He was nailed to the cross and buried in the tomb, your old self died with Him. But you were also raised with Him into a new life, free to walk in His resurrection power. Christ now lives in you, equipping you with strength and victory that are not your own. That’s what baptism proclaims: not a cleaned-up version of who you were, but a new creation, born again, alive in Christ!

You’re Not Too Broken for Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 14:30:55 +0000

So often we allow out worst failures, fears and scars of the past to define who we are and convince us that we’re too broken or too far gone for help. Yet Jesus doesn’t recoil from our mess; He steps into it with compassion and mercy, reminding us that grace is not for those who appear perfect, but for those who know they’re not. In Him, the untouchable becomes clean, the paralyzed soul walks again, and the outcast finds a home. He’s not waiting for you to be cleaned up or strong enough; He’s inviting you to bring every unhealed part of yourself to Him so He can make you truly whole.

Authority That Shakes the Darkness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Oct 2025 14:30:44 +0000

Our world is ravaged by sin and filled with broken people as far as the eye can see. Some days it feels like the kingdom of darkness is winning. But our hope stands firm in knowing that the same Jesus who healed diseases, calmed storms, and silenced evil spirits will come again to finish what He started. His displays of power on this earth were only a preview of the day when He will return to vanquish sin & darkness forever. The One who cast out demons will cast out Satan himself. The hands that restored the sick will make all things new!

Follow Me: The Call That Changes Everything

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:30:29 +0000

When you open your heart and really listen to the words “Follow Me,” you realize Jesus isn’t merely asking you to add more religious activities to your existing priorities and plans. He’s calling you to reorganize your entire existence around His lordship and His purposes so that He becomes your focus. Yes, surrender has a cost — old ways abandoned, priorities redefined, identities reshaped. But in exchange, you’ll discover purpose and joy that no other path can give, and you’ll be transformed by His grace into something you could never become on your own! So, are you simply wearing the “Christian” label, or are you an actual follower of Christ?

When God Loves the People We Don’t

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:30:46 +0000

You probably have a mental picture of what God’s blessings should look like, and who should receive them. The first century Jews were convinced that they would be the exclusive recipients of God’s grace when the Messiah arrived, and that their enemies would be excluded. But Jesus shattered their assumptions by announcing that God’s favor would flow outside their borders to the very people they despised. Upon hearing this, they were filled with rage and tried to kill Him! This ancient scene holds up a mirror to our own hearts: we readily accept God’s mercy for ourselves, yet quietly keep a list of those we consider unworthy. His love exceeds our man-made boundaries, and it always will. So, is there anyone you’re still overlooking?

The Distance Between Faith and Sight

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:30:27 +0000

When desperation drives us to Jesus, we often arrive with our own desired outcome in mind. Yet what we want from Him pales in comparison to what He intends to do in us. Sometimes He calls us to trust His plan and His timing with nothing more than a promise hanging in the air. True faith is forged in that space between what He has said and what our eyes can see, and with each step of obedience, we are declaring that His word is more reliable than our circumstances and greater than our fears. Are you on that journey right now? Rest assured that taking Jesus at His word is never the wrong decision!

The End of Your Empty Pursuits

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 14:30:05 +0000

You’ve been chasing fulfillment for as long as you can remember, through career wins, relationships, pleasure, approval, yet the thirst inside you lingers. It’s like drinking from a stagnant pond, hoping it will refresh you, only to end up emptier than before. And then Jesus steps in. Not with another quick fix or self-improvement plan, but with Himself—the Living Water. This isn’t about religion or rituals. It’s about genuine, abundant life rising up within you and spilling over to others. He’s inviting you to abandon the empty wells, quit reaching for substitutes, and receive the only water that can finally satisfy your soul.

Children of Light: Life vs. Death – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:30:09 +0000

More of Jesus, Less of Me

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 14:30:40 +0000

In a world that urges you to climb higher, build your image, and expand your influence, life can feel like a competition where your worth is measured by how much you’re seen. But John the Baptist points to a better way. When the crowds left him for Jesus, he didn’t get angry or defensive—he was thrilled and said, “He must increase, but I must decrease.” That wasn’t failure; it was freedom. Freedom from the treadmill of self-promotion, freedom from the desperate need to be noticed. When you stop striving to matter more, you’ll discover your truest purpose and deepest joy in making much of Jesus, rather than yourself.

Our God of Restoration

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 14:30:51 +0000

Do you wonder if God could ever forgive you for what you’ve done? Do you think His calling on your life has surely been revoked considering the mistakes you have made? Are you convinced God has rejected you forever? Scripture gives us a clear understanding on questions such as these. A broken and repentant heart, God will not reject. Listen as we bring into focus God’s desire to restore His children who have gone astray.

God’s Grace Isn’t Just for You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 14:30:49 +0000

We like to imagine ourselves in a better moral category than the “worst” sinners, but God’s grace levels the field, shattering every self-made hierarchy and leaving only two groups: those who believe in Jesus and those who refuse. His promise—“whoever believes will be saved”—throws the door wide open, offering grace equally to you and to the one you’d least expect. In the end, we are all in need of God’s mercy, unable to justify ourselves by comparing our sins to others, and saved only by the gift of His Son.

Respectable, Religious… and Lost

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 14:30:21 +0000

Nicodemus had climbed the ladder of religious success—mastering the Scriptures, meticulously following the rules, achieving status—only to discover that none of those efforts mattered to God. He came to Jesus expecting affirmation, but instead, Jesus dismantled his entire system with one staggering truth: Unless you are born again from above, you will never get into the kingdom of God. No amount of moral effort, theological knowledge, or religious devotion could bridge the gap. And the same is true for us. The question isn’t whether you’ve earned God’s approval—it’s whether you’ve surrendered to His grace and been born again.

Confronting Dead Religion

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 14:30:52 +0000

It’s deceptively easy to let our walk with Christ slip into autopilot—showing up at church, tossing some money in the plate, trying to look the part—while our hearts drift further from Him. In Jesus’ day, the religious elite had reduced temple worship to a mere transaction. Sacred space became marketplace noise. So Jesus made a whip and drove them out, declaring they had desecrated His Father’s house. But now we are the temple, and every day our choices reveal who truly reigns in our hearts. So ask yourself—what tables need overturning in your life? What clutter needs clearing so worship can be real again? What would it look like to love Him not just with your lips, but with your life?

Stop Trying to Be Good Enough!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:30:51 +0000

When Jesus turned water into wine, He intentionally chose the clay jars reserved exclusively for ceremonial washing—symbols of human effort to achieve purity. But instead of water, He filled them with wine, pointing to His blood, which is the only thing that can truly cleanse us. Are you still trying to make yourself right with God through church attendance, giving to charity, or being a good person? No amount of effort can save you. Faith alone in His shed blood can wash away your sins. It’s time to stop your endless striving and simply put your faith in Jesus. He is the only One who can make you clean.

What Are You Seeking?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:30:51 +0000

We’re all chasing something—success, money, approval, a sense of peace. And because sin runs through every human heart, even our noblest pursuits can be laced with selfish motives. It’s even possible to follow Jesus for the wrong reason! Some come to Him hoping that He’ll magically fix all their problems. Others follow because it’s expected—family tradition, social pressure. ⁠But the real question is: What are we truly seeking? Are we following Christ to get something from Him, or because we’ve been so overwhelmed by His grace that we can’t help but offer Him everything?

Children of Light: Life vs. Death – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 14:30:39 +0000

Staying True When it Costs Everything

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 14:30:32 +0000

We all face times of testing when doing what’s right costs more than we imagined, and compromising the truth looks like the easy way out. But these aren’t accidents; they’re proving grounds. When Jesus was led into the desert to be tempted by the devil, He didn’t waver or despair. He stood His ground, anchored in the solid truth of God’s Word. You, too, will be led into the wilderness. And there, stripped of comfort and clarity, what you truly believe will surface. The question isn’t if you’ll be tempted, but whether you’ll hold fast to the Word when it matters most. Because in the wilderness, your identity isn’t proven by performance, but by trusting who God is.

Jesus’ Baptism: Anointed by the Spirit

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Though sinless and in no need of repentance, Jesus insisted on being baptized to identify with us, the broken and guilty. He waded into our mess, not to excuse our sin, but loving us enough to meet us in it. The Holy Spirit descended, anointing Him with divine power for the mission ahead. If the perfect, holy, Son of God refused to function without the Spirit, do we actually think we can? So, the real question is, are you relying on your own strength, or desperately depending on the Holy Spirit? You weren’t made to muscle your way through this life. You were made to walk as Jesus walked: surrendered, empowered, and led by the Spirit.

Jesus’ Baptism: Affirmed by the Father

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 14:30:31 +0000

Why was Jesus baptized, even though He had no sin to repent of? First, it marked the beginning of His public ministry and vividly foreshadowed how it would end—with His death, burial, and resurrection. Second, it was God’s public affirmation that Jesus is “the Son of God,” a title reserved for the promised Messiah. This was no ordinary baptism. It was a line drawn in the sand for every watching eye, every questioning heart, and every doubting demon that the Messiah now stood in their midst. Some fell down in worship. Others clenched their fists in rage. Jesus’ baptism was both a declaration and a commitment, setting Him on an unshakable path to the cross, where the symbolic He enacted would become the brutal and beautiful reality that sets every captive free!

Why Good People Need to Repent

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 May 2025 14:30:20 +0000

When John the Baptist appeared on the scene preaching a fiery message of repentance, the religious elite bristled at the idea that they needed cleansing. Confident in their own goodness, they saw no need for heart change. But John’s words pierced their polished exterior, exposing unclean hearts that no amount of religious performance could cleanse. And his message still confronts us today, challenging our instinct to justify ourselves rather than repent. No matter how much good we think we’ve done, the truth remains: we must all repent before God. Are you still relying on your efforts or reputation to get to heaven?

The Quiet Power of a Life with God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 May 2025 14:30:04 +0000

The story of Jesus’ early life reminds us that who you become matters far more than what you achieve. For nearly thirty years, Jesus lived in obscurity—no miracles, no sermons, just ordinary life in a small town. And yet, Scripture tells us those were the years when He grew in wisdom, strength of spirit, and in favor with God and man. Could it be that God values the mundane more than we do; that He does His deepest work in the silence, not in the spotlight? In a world obsessed with visibility, Jesus shows us that real spiritual growth happens in the shadows—in ordinary obedience, unseen faithfulness, and steady intimacy with the Father. Your greatest growth won’t occur in what you do, but in how deeply you abide in Him.

How Will You Respond to the Truth?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 May 2025 14:30:57 +0000

Matthew chapter 2 is more than a historical account, it’s a mirror revealing how we respond to Jesus, the ultimate Truth. Like the wise men, you may be searching for truth and meaning, but haven’t yet found what satisfies. Or like Herod, you might reject truth because it threatens your control or your pride. Or perhaps, like Joseph, you’ve encountered Jesus and now you live to protect and obey the truth at all costs. The question isn’t if you’re responding to Him, but how. Are you still seeking, stubbornly resisting, or surrendered to His truth? The choice you make reveals not just your journey, but your destiny!

Children of Light: Truth vs. Falsehood

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 May 2025 14:30:04 +0000

More Than Forgiven!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 14:30:15 +0000

Christ’s death on the cross paid the price for your sins, but His resurrection declared you justified. It’s more than forgiveness—it’s as if you had never sinned at all. The resurrection isn’t just a truth to believe in; it’s a reality to live in. His victory at the empty tomb frees you from condemnation, performance, and fear. You no longer need to carry the crushing weight of guilt—Jesus paid for it in full. You’re not on the outside looking in—you’ve been invited into His presence. You don’t have to strive for approval—you are fully accepted and loved. So live today in the freedom of what Christ has already accomplished. Stop striving—start standing. Stop doubting—start resting. Don’t just say, “Christ is risen.” Live like it!

The Shocking Genealogy of Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 14:30:52 +0000

Some people use their family name to boast about wealth, power or prominence. But the genealogy of Jesus shatters expectations. God’s raw, unfiltered family album includes prostitutes, pagans, adulterers, and murderers—people who wouldn’t be welcome in most churches! But God didn’t airbrush their stories; He wove them into His redemptive plan, proving that Jesus didn’t come for the perfect, but for the broken. In these names, we see ourselves—flawed, faltering, yet invited into a family where we are forgiven and made whole through faith in Him. That means your failures, your shame, your past don’t disqualify you. They make you the kind of person He came for. The genealogy of Jesus reminds us that grace doesn’t find good people to reward; it finds broken people to restore. And if He could use those people, He can surely use you!

Is the Savior You Want the Savior You Need?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 14:30:11 +0000

When Jesus entered our world, it wasn’t the peaceful, Christmas card scene we imagine. He came to a people weary from being crushed by 1,500 years of military oppression. They desperately longed for the promised Messiah to rescue them, but their hope was slipping away. Sadly, when Jesus did arrive, they rejected Him because they wanted a king to overthrow Rome, not a servant preaching forgiveness. They wanted political freedom, not heart transformation. Their attitude exposes our own: we ask God to fix our circumstances, while refusing to surrender to His control. But Jesus didn’t come to improve our lifestyle—He came to redeem us from sin and reign as our Lord. Are you resisting the true Savior because you prefer a “savior” of your own making?

The God Who Never Forgets His Promises

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 14:30:13 +0000

Think about this—God has never broken a single promise, not once. He proved it when He gave a son to Zechariah and Elizabeth, even though they were far too old. He proved it when, after centuries of silence, He sent the Messiah through Mary and turned despair into hope. If God always keeps His promises—and He does—then why do we so often live as if we’re not sure? Every single promise He has made to you as a believer is absolutely certain. So what would change in your life if you lived each day with unshakable confidence in His faithfulness? Would you worry less? Risk more? Step out in bold obedience? The truth is, when you fully trust that God will do what He says, it changes everything. The question is—do you actually believe it?

Having Faith When You Don’t Have Answers

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 14:30:54 +0000

Life has a way of unraveling our certainties, doesn’t it? One moment, we think we’ve got it all figured out—our plans, our relationships, our future—and the next, it slips through our fingers like sand. Mary and Joseph were two ordinary people thrust into extraordinary circumstances—her, a teenage girl pregnant with a miracle she can’t explain; him, a young carpenter wrestling with feelings of betrayal and doubt. Yet even in their time of confusion and trembling faith, God came to them with grace and reassurance. We’ve all experienced long nights of silence and seasons of worry when we whisper, “God, where are you?” Mary and Joseph’s story reminds us that trusting God isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting the One who does. Remember, God is with you in life’s darkest moments, and His faithfulness never wavers!

Divine Interruptions: Trusting God’s Plans

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 14:30:43 +0000

God’s plans often come as interruptions to our carefully constructed lives. Zechariah, a faithful priest, and Mary, a humble teenager had two starkly different responses to divine intrusions. Zechariah, wearied by years of unanswered prayer, struggled to believe God’s promise of a son in his old age. Mary, however, received the unimaginable call to be the mother of the Messiah, yet she responded with awe and surrender. Both were called to trust God in ways that defied human logic. Their stories remind us that faith isn’t about having all the answers but about surrendering to God’s purposes, even when they seem impossible. Are you prepared to let God disrupt your plans? True faith means saying, like Mary, “I am the servant of the Lord, may it be to me according to your word,” and then stepping into the unknown, confident that His ways are always good.

Guard Your Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 14:30:38 +0000

Scripture tells us that faith is a treasure more valuable than gold. And like any treasure, it’s something we should guard and protect. Our faith is a target that this world and the kingdom of darkness is constantly trying to destroy. We must stay awake, be alert, and keep watch for the dangers seeking to shipwreck our faith. Join us as we highlight some of the Biblical reminders of how we can guard this precious treasure within us.

A Caring Healer and a Faithful Friend

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:30:04 +0000

In Luke’s carefully researched Gospel, you encounter not just historical facts, but the compassionate heart of both the physician and the Christ he portrays. Luke presents Jesus as one who cares for the outcast, the sick, and the downtrodden—who notices the overlooked and touches the untouchable—revealing a Savior who heals both bodies and souls. His precise investigation offers more than intellectual certainty; it invites you to witness a Savior who meets you where you are—in your mess, your doubts, your ordinary days. Luke himself had this same compassionate heart, demonstrated by being the only one who stayed with the apostle Paul in prison right up until his execution. Luke’s introduction is not just an opening statement, but a call to be certain that what you believe about Jesus is undeniable truth.

Recognizing the Savior in a World That Won’t

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 15:20:48 +0000

One of the most tragic scenes in all of Scripture is when Jesus, the very architect of creation, entered His own world, only to be met with cold indifference. He wasn’t just ignored by strangers; He was rejected by His own people. They had the prophecies, the covenants and the history, all pointing to Jesus, yet they turned away because He didn’t fit their misguided expectations. We often do the same—wanting a God who fits neatly into our plans, who blesses but never disrupts. But true faith means trusting Him completely as both Savior and Lord of all. When you do, you’re not just forgiven; you become a child of God and an heir to His kingdom!

More Than Alive: Finding True Life in Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 15:20:52 +0000

At some point, every person wrestles with life’s deepest questions: Where did I come from? Why am I here? What happens when I die? Yet, no amount of self-reflection can uncover these answers. Apart from Christ, we may be physically alive, but we remain spiritually dead—separated from the eternal life only He can give. No amount of education, success, or worldly wisdom can illuminate the darkness of our souls. But in His mercy, Christ came as both life and light—not to merely make us better people, but to restore the very life of God that was lost in Eden. When we receive Him by faith, His light shatters our darkness, leading us into true understanding and the unshakable promise of eternal life.

The Answer to Your Deepest Longing

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 15:20:40 +0000

To discover who Jesus truly is, we must start at the beginning, before creation, before time, where we are introduced to Him as the Word—the “Logos.” Ancient philosophers considered the Logos to be the mysterious, unknowable entity that brought order and reason to the universe. But John reveals that the Logos is not merely a concept or a force; it is Jesus, the One who walked among us, who touched the untouchable, and who died to save you from your sin. The meaning of life is not a mystery to be endlessly contemplated, but a Person to be known. Your deepest longing for purpose finds its resolution in Him! The question is no longer whether Jesus is real, but whether you will believe in Him, follow Him, and allow His life to redefine yours.

Undeniable Design: The Fingerprints of Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 15:20:00 +0000

When you pause to consider the intricate complexity of creation, you’re faced with the reality that every detail, no matter how small, gives evidence of a Designer. From the mathematical precision of the galaxies to the astonishing arrangement of human DNA, creation reveals something far greater than random chance—an intentional, loving intelligence that crafted every molecule with purpose. Yet, the most awe-inspiring truth of all is this: the Creator who spoke stars into existence and orchestrated the dance of electrons stepped into human history, took on flesh, and willingly died for your sins so that you could be forgiven and have eternal life. This revelation doesn’t just shift our perspective; it redefines the very purpose of our existence, anchoring our lives in a hope that stretches far beyond the limits of this world.

Can We Trust the New Testament? (Part 2)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 15:30:31 +0000

Can the New Testament withstand the barrage of accusations leveled by critics who claim its authors fabricated events, distorted truth, or contradicted themselves? We confront these challenges head-on, examining whether the Bible is truly the inspired Word of God or a cleverly concocted myth. In a world where truth is often buried under layers of skepticism, this journey is your chance to rediscover the rock-solid foundation that has stood for thousands of years—challenged, questioned, and yet unshaken. Are you ready to wrestle with doubt and emerge with a faith built on evidence, conviction, and unshakable hope?

Can We Trust the New Testament? (Part 1)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 15:30:12 +0000

We Have Hope

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:30:12 +0000

Life can be difficult and for many of us we are still praying, waiting and seeking God on a number of items in our lives. However, God’s Word reminds us never to give up and to keep focusing on the eternal. Our Hope is in Him. Heaven is our Home.

Salvation or Judgment: The Choice is Yours

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 15:20:33 +0000

Throughout human history, one truth has remained unchanging: mankind’s hopelessly lost condition and his complete inability to solve the problem of sin. The final words of the Old Testament point to a promise—a coming Savior who will break the curse of sin and reconcile us to God. Yet those final words also carry a warning: a day of judgment awaits those who reject God’s offer of salvation. The choice is yours. Will you turn away from God and remain in your sin, or will you fall on His mercy and receive the complete forgiveness that is yours in Christ?

Staying True in a World of Broken Promises

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 15:20:33 +0000

What happens when faithfulness falters? Malachi confronts the people of Israel about their unfaithfulness to God and to one another. Their compromised worship and broken relationships reveal the deeper issue: hearts that have drifted from God’s covenant. This message explores how we, too, can fall into patterns of half-hearted devotion and relational betrayal. Yet God’s call to faithfulness invites us to realign our hearts, honor our commitments, and experience His blessing. Through this passage, we’ll discover what it means to guard our spirits and live as covenant keepers in a world that often disregards sacred promises.

Are You Worshiping a God You Don’t Love?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 15:30:04 +0000

In Malachi, we see people trapped in religious routines, forgetting the very God they’re meant to adore. Their sacrifices are mere leftovers, their worship is a chore, and their hearts are indifferent. When God declared, “I have loved you,” they cynically replied, “How have you loved us?” This startling exchange should unsettle us. But before we criticize their callousness, we must ask: Is our worship vibrant and transformational, or just a lifeless checkbox on a religious to-do list? Beware, because spiritual apathy creeps in quietly! If you’re just going through the motions, ask God to rekindle your love and restore a genuine heart of worship. It’s not about rituals—it’s about a relationship that ignites awe for the One who first loved us.

The Transforming Power of Thankfulness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 15:30:02 +0000

What if the very thing you’re holding onto—your fear, your pain, your sense of lack—is the one thing keeping you from God’s best? You may be quick to thank God for your blessings, but what about your battles? Jesus gave thanks for a handful of loaves and fish before they became a feast. He gave thanks the night He was betrayed, knowing agony lay ahead. Gratitude, even for the hard things, doesn’t deny the difficulty; it declares God’s power over it. It loosens the grip of anxiety, frees you from despair, and opens the door for God to transform you in ways beyond your imagination. Will you dare to trust Him and give thanks, even in the midst of your struggles?

God is Faithful Even When We Falter

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 15:20:30 +0000

Do you ever find yourself wincing at your frequent failures in your walk with God? Are mountaintop victories sometimes followed by valleys of our own making? No life of faith is a straight climb toward perfection, but rather a winding journey of wandering and returning. But here’s the good news: God’s grace meets you every time you stumble, His Word continually calls you back, and His promises invite you to start anew. He knows that you long to be faithful, even when you falter. Take heart in that truth and remember that the only time you fail is when you refuse to get back up!

Our Desperate Need for God’s Word

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:20:16 +0000

Imagine holding a letter from a loved one who has passed on—a final message filled with their deepest encouragement and wisdom, written just for you. How would you treat it? Would you toss it in a drawer and only skim through it occasionally, or would you treasure every word, knowing it holds their heart for you? The fact is, you already have a letter like that—written by God Himself. It’s a message of love and wisdom uniquely crafted for you. This letter not only offers all the guidance and hope you need to navigate life, but it also holds the power to transform brokenness into joy. Do you treasure it, or does it sit on a shelf like just another book? Open God’s Word today and discover the riches it contains!

Breaking the Grip of Fear

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 15:20:46 +0000

One of the enemy’s most effective tactics is sowing seeds of fear in our minds to dishearten us and bring God’s work to a halt. You will inevitably face moments when opposition closes in and threatens to erode your courage. The question is, will you allow fear to control you, or will you rise above it by remembering that God is greater than every circumstance? When you cultivate a moment-by-moment awareness of God’s power and presence, the fears that once held you captive begin to lose their grip. True freedom is not found in the absence of fear, but in fearing the Lord above all else. So, what fears do you need to bring to Him today?

Testimonies – Chris & April Jensen

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 14:30:47 +0000

Join us for the encouraging testimonies of Chris & April Jensen. Their story inspires hope in a God who can deliver people out of darkness and into His wonderful light.

The Power of an Ordinary Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 14:30:31 +0000

Your life, with all its flaws and imperfections, is not a hindrance but the very instrument God desires to use. The question isn’t whether God can use someone like you, but whether you’re willing to step out of your comfort zone and say “yes” to His call. You might feel ordinary, unqualified, or too broken, but that’s exactly who God uses to do the impossible. He’s calling you out of the stands and onto the field, challenging you to stop making excuses and start making a difference. Your life, your gifts, your very presence in the body of Christ matters more than you realize. So who will you lock arms with? Because when we unite, we become an unstoppable force for His glory!

Preparing for Your Moment of Opportunity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 14:30:48 +0000

Have you ever felt so burdened by a cause that it weighed heavily on your heart, almost overwhelming you? You’ve prayed, waited, and wondered if God would ever respond—but no answer seems to come. Don’t lose heart. Sometimes, your lowest point may be the beginning of your calling! One day that door will open, and you’ll have the chance to step out in bold faith. Are you preparing now so you’ll be ready to make the right decision when that time comes? Though the challenge ahead may seem daunting, it could be the very thing God uses to display His glory in and through you.

Inviting God into Our Broken Places

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 14:20:47 +0000

Are there broken places in your life that need repair—neglected relationships, a faith that’s withering, or cracks in your character? It’s tempting to ignore these areas, hoping they’ll heal on their own, but this only gives the enemy room to creep in. It’s time to take an honest look at the damage and bring it before God. He is the master rebuilder, eager to restore and strengthen you, transforming your life into a dwelling place for His glory. Will you invite Him into your ruins today?

The Cost of Holiness: Is it Too High a Price?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:20:45 +0000

God calls us to live holy lives, reflecting His glory and purity in a world that often pulls us in the opposite direction. Holiness requires a conscious separation from the patterns and values of the world, because following God always involves surrender. Who or what has the greatest influence over your heart? Are these influences drawing you closer to God, or leading you further from Him? The call to follow Him is costly—requiring sacrifice, trust, and a realignment of priorities. But it’s also the only path that leads to true life. Are you willing to answer that call, no matter the cost?

The Good Hand of God Upon Us

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:42:31 +0000

As you endeavor to solve problems, accomplish tasks and pursue your goals, remember that your success doesn’t depend upon your own strength or wisdom alone. It rests in the powerful, guiding hand of God. Do you ever pause to recognize how God is working in your life—opening doors, orchestrating circumstances, and meeting your needs? Yes, your planning and effort are important, but it’s God who leads, sustains, and empowers you to do anything of lasting value. In your journey of faith, pause often to thank God for His good and faithful hand upon you, acknowledging that without Him, none of it would be possible.

The Significance of Our Actions

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 14:30:35 +0000

The Bible has a lot to say about our actions. Most often this is described in Scripture as works or deeds. Unfortunately, many have a negative view of these words, but why is that? When we examine Scripture, we find that God has expectations regarding our actions, so it’s important that we understand what He says about them. Join us as we take a look at what the Bible has to say about our actions.

Our Ultimate Victory in Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 17:59:21 +0000

It’s thrilling to celebrate victories in life, whether it’s a significant personal accomplishment, a well-deserved business success, or a hard-fought spiritual battle! But as rewarding as these moments are, they are only temporary. Soon we realize that this warfare never ends because we live in a world of sin. It’s a sobering reminder that we need the ultimate rescue only Christ can give. By His death and resurrection, He conquered sin and secured eternal deliverance for all who put their faith in Him. Have you trusted in Christ for this everlasting victory?

When Evil Seems to Triumph

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 12:02:11 +0000

Does it ever feel like the odds are stacked against you? Despite your faithfulness, do the wicked seem to thrive while you struggle to survive? Remember this: though evil may triumph temporarily, God’s justice will ultimately prevail. Trust in His timing and sovereignty, knowing that even in the darkest moments, He is at work, weaving together His perfect plan. Though the righteous may face threats from the enemy, rejection by friends or family, and even persecution in this life, a day is coming when every wrong will be made right, and the scales will be balanced once and for all.

From Prayer to Action: The Path of Obedience

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:46:42 +0000

At times, we all face challenges so immense that they drive us to our knees. Seeking the Lord in prayer is always the best place to begin, but prayer without action is not obedience. Once we have committed the situation to God, we must then step out in faith and obey what He has called us to do. This step of obedience often leads us into the unknown, and that’s when we must remain keenly attuned to His still, small voice guiding us along the way. Whether you’re in a season of waiting, stepping out, or listening for God’s direction, trust Him with the outcome, knowing that He is orchestrating every detail for His glory and your good.

Obeying God Despite the Consequences

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:01:20 +0000

Researchers estimate that we make nearly a billion decisions in our lifetime. While most of these are subconscious and minor, some decisions have the power to alter the course of our lives. As followers of Christ, we face daily choices to either surrender to God’s will or assert our own. Often we’re afraid to obey because the outcome is uncertain, but our obedience should never be swayed by the prospect of gain or loss. Is there anything holding you back from obeying God because you’re afraid of what it might cost you? Pray that your love for Him will deepen so profoundly that surrendering to His will becomes your heart’s desire and greatest joy!

Unwavering Faith in Troubled Times

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 20:56:44 +0000

It’s easy to stand in a worship service surrounded by other Christians and sing, “Lord, I trust in you alone,” but is that really true of us in life’s hardest moments? When unexpected and unwanted circumstances come our way, are we immediately flooded with fear, or have we learned to rest in God’s sovereignty, fully assured that He is in control of it all? God’s Word can transform our perspective and deepen our trust in Him, giving us a firm foundation on which to stand even as the world around us seems to be falling apart.

God’s Grace Amidst Our Failures

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 14:17:24 +0000

Imagine being torn from your home and thrust into a foreign land where Christianity is despised. Would you proclaim your faith in Christ or hide it to survive? Why did Esther choose to conceal her faith and do things clearly forbidden by God? Her choices challenge us to examine our own lives, realizing we might have done the same thing! Yet, even as we contemplate Esther’s story, we’re struck by an awe-inspiring truth: God’s providence and grace are so powerful that even our missteps can become part of His divine plan. This realization doesn’t excuse sin, but ignites a desire to live more faithfully, knowing that our human frailty is encompassed by God’s unfathomable love and eternal purposes!

God May Be Silent, But He is Not Absent!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 13:07:36 +0000

Does it ever feel like God is absent during life’s chaos? Have you wondered if He is involved in the mundane details of your existence? God often moves in ways we cannot perceive or understand, but always remember that just because God is silent, it does not mean He is absent. The question is, can we trust Him even when we don’t see Him? Our faith is proven in those moments when it seems that God is nowhere to be found. When today looks like just another series of random events, can our eyes of faith see beyond the circumstances, knowing with certainty that God is silently at work in it all?

The Significance of Our Time

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Jun 2024 14:30:03 +0000

Time. It’s a word we use everyday. It’s also a word used often in Scripture. But have we ever focused on the significance God gives to it? Do we view it the way He wants us to view it? And even more than that, are we faithfully stewarding the time God has given us? Join us as we look at the significance of the time God has given to each one of us.

The Glorious Future That Awaits You!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 20:29:21 +0000

What gives you certainty in such an uncertain world? How do you keep your fire for God alive when weariness or doubt set in? The Bible paints a vivid picture of a day when Christ will return to eradicate evil and rescue His people. Until then, we must live in this broken world, and the waiting can leave us weary and discouraged. Yet, no matter how dark things seem now, this glorious future is the certainty that inspires us to persevere, remain passionate for God, and find joy in knowing that we will be with Him forever. All tears will be wiped away, and all things will be made new. This is the promise that should fuel an unshakable hope in the heart of every believer!

Escaping the Trap of Empty Religion

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 21:06:18 +0000

Have you ever found yourself going through the motions of Christianity without truly engaging your heart? Our relationship with God can easily turn into empty routines and religious rituals, so we must guard against this subtle danger. God desires our spiritual service to flow from a vibrant relationship with Him, not from forced habits or the need to keep up appearances. When the world sees God’s truth, mercy, and love radiating through us, they will be drawn to Him. Take a moment today to reflect on why you do what you do for God. Make sure you can honestly say, “Lord, I’m doing it all for you!”

Strength for Today, Hope for Tomorrow

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:13:14 +0000

When faced with a daunting task that looms before you like a mountain, where do you turn for the strength to sustain you today and the hope to carry you through tomorrow? This sermon reminds us that we don’t need to face life’s challenges alone. Through the indwelling Holy Spirit, we have an inexhaustible supply of power for today, and through the sure promise of Christ’s return, we have an anchor of unwavering hope for a glorious future. Our coming Savior is both our Priest and our King—the answer to our desperate need for redemption and righteous rule. Do you lack strength for today’s battles? Do you lack hope for the future? Find encouragement in the truth of God’s Word today!

God’s Promise of Love and Restoration

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 30 May 2024 12:26:04 +0000

In this world, we can never be entirely certain that those who profess to love us will remain by our side during our darkest moments of failure and sin. Past experiences have left us guarded and skeptical, doubting that unwavering, unfaltering love truly exists. To make matters worse, Satan continuously tries to convince us that we’re unworthy of love. Thankfully, we have one friend who has never abandoned anyone and has promised to love us despite our shortcomings. He is the very life within us, a wall of protection around us, and the hope we have for today and for all eternity. Do you know this one true friend?

Persevering When it Seems Pointless

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 May 2024 14:30:26 +0000

You’ve been laboring diligently for God, but the results don’t seem as impressive as you’d hoped. Maybe your service, your ministry, your attempts to live for God feel small and insignificant compared to others or your own past experiences, leaving you asking, “Was God ever in this? Is He truly with me?” Don’t be discouraged. God has not abandoned you. Even if your efforts for Him seem trivial, they will never be in vain! God can do immeasurably more than you can imagine even through the smallest act of obedience, so remain faithful and leave the results to Him.

Overcoming Spiritual Complacency

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 16 May 2024 13:38:40 +0000

One of the great dangers of the Christian life is not that we will suddenly decide to hate God, but rather, that we will slowly grow cold towards Him as time goes by. The cares and pursuits of this world can diminish our passion for God little by little until it is nothing more than a dying ember. Perhaps you’ve unintentionally drifted from your first love and now your life feels empty and aimless. Ask the Spirit of God to stir the fire in you and make the Lord your greatest treasure once again. When you value Him above all else, your heart and priorities will naturally follow, leading you back to the only source of true fulfillment, and giving your life the meaning and direction you long for!

The Significance of Our Money – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 09 May 2024 19:53:17 +0000

In teaching about money, Jesus reminded us that we are to be rich toward God. He used an encounter with a man and a parable to teach us to be on our guard against greed, to view our money/resources as God’s and that accumulating money/resources for ourselves is futile. How are you viewing and handling the money/resources that God has given you? Are you being rich toward God?

The Significance of Our Money – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 14:30:25 +0000

Faithfulness in the Face of Opposition

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:30:15 +0000

Have you ever started something for God, only to face discouragement and opposition that made you want to quit? In the book of Ezra, the Israelites encountered this very situation as they rebuilt the temple. But through the preaching of God’s Word, their passion was reignited, and they were empowered to persevere. Despite opposition, the people returned to the task with renewed vigor. Discover how staying close to God’s Word can help you overcome attacks, despondency, and spiritual decline. If you’ve grown weary in your journey, find encouragement in His Word today. It will guide, strengthen, and empower you to carry on, even in the most challenging of times.

God Can Move the Immovable

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 14:30:15 +0000

God can work in surprising ways to accomplish His purposes in your life. Just as He stirred the heart of a pagan king to release the Israelites from exile, God can use unexpected people and circumstances to move on your behalf. Regardless of the opposition or obstacles that stand in your way, take heart knowing that no barrier is too great for our God to overcome! Even what seems like chaos is orchestrated by God’s unseen hand. When problems or discouragement arise, trust in God’s faithfulness and power, knowing that He can do the impossible!

We Are God’s Holy Temple

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 14:30:34 +0000

Throughout the Old Testament, God gave meticulous instructions for how worship was to be conducted in the temple, because that was where His glory resided. No one was at liberty to worship God according to their own whims or preferences. Today, this holds even greater significance for us because, as Christians, we are now the temple of God, and His presence dwells in us! Knowing that the Creator of the universe lives in us by His Spirit is an extraordinary honor but also a profound responsibility. Do we take this privilege seriously? Is our inner sanctuary a place that reflects God’s honor and glory?

Divine Delays: When Prayers Seem Unanswered

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 14:30:26 +0000

Martha has just endured the heartbreaking loss of her brother, and now, disappointment is mingled with grief because Jesus didn’t respond to her plea for help in time. Yet, in the depths of her despair, a glimmer of hope persists as she turns to Jesus with her burden. Her unwavering faith amidst sorrow serves as a powerful challenge for us all—to lean on Jesus in our darkest hours. Witnessing Jesus’ transformative power, Martha’s “what now?” becomes an “even now” moment, displaying His sovereignty even in life’s chaos. If you’re grappling with unanswered prayers, take heart and continue to trust in Him. His timing is perfect, no matter what trials you are facing.

Finding Hope When Hope is Gone

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:47:14 +0000

As the prophet Jeremiah stood amidst the smoldering ruins of his beloved city, he was overcome with grief and hopelessness. What made it even more painful is that he knew this devastation could have been avoided if the nation had only listened to God. But at his lowest point of despair, he remembered God’s faithfulness, and calling this to mind renewed his faltering hope. When your world seems to be crumbling around you, and you feel overwhelmed by the struggles and pain of life, shift your focus back to God’s goodness, trusting that He is ruling over it all and that your hope should rest in Him alone.

Where Will You Stand When It Matters Most?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 18:06:20 +0000

We all assume that if we were ever faced with the choice of standing up for Christ or being put to death, we would stand boldly in our faith without wavering. But would we? World War II exposed the stark contrast between Christians who turned a blind eye to evil and those like Dietrich Bonhoeffer who stood against it, even at the cost of their own lives. In Ezekiel’s time, God searched for one person willing to stand in the gap for Him, but He found no one! Instead, His people chose to go along with the wickedness around them. As our world continues to drift further away from God, Christians must consider their own response. Will you be the one to stand in the gap for God, even when it seems like no one else will?

The Significance of Our Testimony

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 14:30:50 +0000

A testimony can be a powerful thing, and the use of a testimony goes right back to God, Himself, when He wrote His testimony of entering into covenant with His people, Israel. God also did this in His New Covenant, and though there are similarities, His New Covenant is far better than the old. Jesus is the mediator of this New Covenant, and through Him, we can experience all that God has provided for us. Join us as we look at the significance of our testimony.

God Can Rewrite Your Story!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 14:53:15 +0000

Have you ever felt trapped by your past or current circumstances, like you’re destined to repeat the same mistakes over and over? It may seem as though the deck has been stacked against you because of your upbringing, but there is a way to break free from those shackles. Don’t believe the lie that your past has already written the script for your future and you have no way to change it! Through Christ, you can rise above whatever has enslaved you and create a new legacy of faith for yourself and future generations. The choice is yours. Will you turn to the Lord and discover the life and freedom that await you?

Heart Insurance: Safeguarding Your Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:22:58 +0000

Our society spends millions of dollars annually to ensure the safety of material possessions and personal well-being. We have insurance for our house, car, health, life, and even our pets! We put our money in FDIC-insured bank accounts, buy identity protection, and keep our valuables under lock and key. But do we go to the same lengths to protect ourselves from the idols that contend for the throne of our hearts? It’s so easy to make small compromises in our faith that don’t seem to pose any threat, but if left unchecked, those very things can eventually lure us away from God. Discover how an entire nation was destroyed because they failed to guard their hearts against sin, and learn from their example how to keep our hearts a holy place, untainted by the idols of this age.

The Cost of God’s Enduring Grace

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 13:45:40 +0000

If you ever feel like God is being unfair or that His judgments are too harsh, just remember the enduring patience and boundless love He extended to His rebellious people for 390 years! Today’s sermon reveals the unimaginable lengths God goes to in order to call His people back to Himself, even amidst their defiance. The fact is that God has patiently endured humanity’s betrayal for centuries, and He is still extending His patience to us today. God’s grace outlasts our sin, offering redemption and restoration to all who turn to Him. May we gain a deeper gratitude for God’s mercy and the profound sacrifice that opened the way to redemption through Jesus Christ.

Beyond Your Abilities: Finding Strength in God’s Spirit

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 17:45:37 +0000

Have you ever been prompted by God to do something so daunting or beyond your abilities that it left you paralyzed in fear? Maybe it was an invitation to teach your first Sunday School class, share your faith with an unfriendly neighbor, or go on a mission trip to a dangerous land. Even though you may feel incapable, don’t spend one more day hesitating! God has promised to empower you for whatever He calls you to do, regardless of the challenges you may face. God gave Ezekiel a task that terrified him, but his response challenges us to find strength in God’s Spirit and trust in His ultimate plan, no matter how overwhelming it may seem. Remember, the same God who empowered Ezekiel will empower you!

The Incomprehensible Majesty of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 12:59:25 +0000

It has been said that what comes to our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us. Your view of God—right or wrong—will define your entire relationship with Him, so make absolutely sure it is based on truth. Our tendency is to create a god who is just like us; one we can manage and manipulate. But the God of heaven is not confined by our limited intellect or controlled by our expectations. The complexity of His glory extends far beyond our wildest imagination. Have you reduced God to something He is not? Have you created a god in your own image? You need a fresh look at who God really is and allow His vastness to bring you to your knees before Him!

Stop Trying to Earn God’s Approval

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:35:24 +0000

Are you still trying to earn God’s love by keeping a long list of religious rules? Does the constant effort to be good enough leave you weary and wondering if you will ever measure up? It’s time to let go of the burdensome shackles of performance-based religion and embrace the incredible benefits of the new covenant Jesus made possible through his sacrificial death on the cross. It’s no longer about observing external rules and regulations. Jesus fulfilled all of those old requirements on your behalf, washed all your sins away, and you can now stand completely righteous before God! Don’t live another day trying to please God through your own efforts. Start living in the new life of God’s grace, forgiveness, and acceptance!

The Significance of Our Skills & Experience

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 01:42:16 +0000

God has given each of us particular abilities, but He has done so for a reason. He wants us to develop these abilities into skills in order to use them for His purposes. There are good works God has prepared for us to do which require these skills. Not only that, but our experience with these skills, and our life experiences in general, will be quite valuable. Join us as we consider the significance of our skills and experience.

Leave Yesterday Behind and Move On!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:02:54 +0000

Driving a car always looking in the rearview mirror will inevitably lead to disaster. While we would never do such a foolish thing on the road, we often do just that in our spiritual journey. Memories of our past sins can weigh us down and immobilize us. Don’t waste time wallowing in your past failures or coasting on past successes. Leave yesterday behind and focus on the goal Christ has set before you. Fix your eyes on the prize that awaits, and run the race with purpose. Is there anything hindering your journey to the finish line? It’s time to break free and press on in the victory of Christ!

Where is the Peace the Angel Promised?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 15:17:12 +0000

Whatever happened to the “peace on earth” that the ‌angels promised at the birth of Jesus? Instead of tranquility, the world remains plagued by wars, famines, disasters, and diseases. Our sins not only bear responsibility for these issues but also for separating us from God. Consequently, humanity’s greatest need is not global harmony but reconciliation with God, and that is precisely what Jesus came to provide. Genuine peace cannot be attained through earthly pursuits, but you can experience peace with God right now by placing your trust in Christ for salvation. Do you possess the true, lasting peace that only the Prince of Peace can give?

Living for God in a Godless World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:07:10 +0000

In the tapestry of our lives, every thread woven by God serves a purpose, even the dark and difficult strands that we wish weren’t there. God often places us in challenging circumstances to humble and refine us, so we must learn to embrace His purifying work, whatever it may be. As we stand firm in our faith, God’s purpose will be perfected in us, and His glory will shine like a beacon of hope to the lost world, guiding them to Him. Remember, our battles here are only temporary, and we have the bright promise of an eternal future in His presence where everything will be made new!

Preparing Today for Tomorrow’s Trials

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 21:26:46 +0000

What godly character traits and spiritual disciplines are you ‌building into your life today ‌that will enable you to ‌withstand the fiercest storms and finish strong for God? Unwavering resolve is not a result of spontaneous courage but a day-by-day commitment to walk in righteousness and integrity. Pay close attention to your daily choices, because that’s where character is formed. As you devote yourself to prayer, cultivate integrity, and foster discipline, you are laying the groundwork for a faith that refuses to bow in the face of temptations and trials. Start this transformative process today, because tomorrow’s trials are unpredictable, but your commitment to godly living can be unwavering if you have laid the right foundation.

Giving Thanks When Life Is Hard

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Dec 2023 21:36:33 +0000

Ever find it challenging to muster gratitude when life throws you curveballs? The Bible tells us to give thanks in all circumstances, but the only way that’s possible is when we realize that thankfulness is a choice, not a mood or a feeling. This isn’t about denying hardships; it’s about embracing a perspective that transcends them. You can discover the power of cultivating a heart of gratitude, not just when life is smooth sailing, but especially when the storm clouds gather. Learn how giving thanks, even when it seems counterintuitive, can anchor your faith and redirect your focus from the struggles to the sovereignty of a loving God.

You may find this sermon on a similar topic helpful: “Broken But Blessed”

The Significance of Our Words – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 01:34:49 +0000

Have you ever considered what God thinks about our words? There are numerous scriptures in the Bible concerning this topic, but often we use words carelessly and give little attention to them. Should we reconsider this? Join us as we take a look at what the Bible has to say about the significance of our words.

The Significance of Our Words – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 16:18:16 +0000

Does the Most High God Rule Over You?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 15:10:17 +0000

Deep within our human nature lurks a sinister force so powerful that, if left unchecked, will eventually take control of our life. It is deceptively easy to become entangled in the web of worldly attachments, be it possessions, relationships, ambitions, or social standing. We cling to these earthly treasures with such devotion that they can eventually occupy the throne of our heart. If this happens, God will have to strip away everything that is keeping us from Him; not to destroy us, but to humble and redeem us. By releasing our pride and yielding to God, we can find genuine fulfillment in His boundless love and goodness. Is there anything you are holding onto that is preventing God from being the only true King of your life?

Going Public with Your Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:30:48 +0000

Join us for our baptism service where we witnessed the beautiful act of faith as 12 people publicly declared their devotion to Christ through the waters of baptism. It was a day of celebration and obedience to the Lord’s command as these believers made their faith known to the world, and it was a reminder to each of us that our faith isn’t meant to be private, but a shining light for everyone to see. May their commitment inspire us all to live out our faith boldly and without reservation as we follow Christ each day.

The Way to True Greatness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Oct 2023 14:30:36 +0000

To one degree or another, we all strive to be ‌the uncontested ruler of our own world. We are constantly told to get ahead and acquire as much as we can along the way. But building our own empire and seeking personal acclaim will ultimately lead us to a life of emptiness. Everything we have selfishly accumulated or achieved will one day slip through our fingers like sand. Instead, let us focus on building God’s kingdom, where we find genuine fulfillment, purpose, and lasting significance. It is in surrendering to His divine plan and inviting Him to rule over us that we discover the path to true greatness and a legacy that endures beyond our own lifetime.

Thriving in a Culture of Compromise

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 19:48:28 +0000

We are constantly bombarded with societal pressures and temptations that seek to undermine our faith. The world around us often encourages us to abandon our godly principles for momentary pleasures or worldly success. In those moments, remember that your identity is not defined by the opinions or expectations of others. It is rooted in your relationship with God and His unwavering love for you. When faced with pressure to compromise, choose righteousness over conformity. God will equip you with everything you need to remain faithful amidst any intimidation or trial!

But Because You Say So, I Will

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:05:48 +0000

When Jesus called Simon and the other disciples to follow Him, He displayed His power through a miraculous catch of fish. This encounter changed these men’s lives forever and reminds us of what Jesus can do in us and through us when we step out in obedience to Him. Jesus used these men to impact the world for the Kingdom and it all started with Simon’s obedience to put his net out into deep water. Are you ready and willing to obey Him however He may lead?

Overcoming Discouragement

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 14:30:06 +0000

Have you ever taught a Sunday School class, led a Bible study, or participated in an outreach endeavor, only to witness what appears to be a total lack of results? It can be disheartening to invest so much and reap so little. Even the prophet Jeremiah, a man of steadfast faith, found himself in the depths of discouragement. But in his darkest hour, when he contemplated giving up, it was the unshakable Word of God that brought him back from the precipice of despair. We must remember that even in the midst of apparent fruitlessness, God’s purposes are still at work in ways we cannot see. If you are in a similar place right now, you can find renewed strength and hope in the unfaltering promises of God’s Word!

Are You Yielding to the Potter’s Hands?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:01:52 +0000

Artists possess the extraordinary ability to see beauty and potential where others may see only the ordinary or mundane. They can look at a blank canvas and see a masterpiece; they can envision elegant vases and intricate sculptures in a simple lump of clay. The Bible says God is like a potter and we are like clay. If we are willing to surrender our lives to Him, He will transform us into something far more meaningful than we could ever create on our own. But if we resist Him, we will never become the masterpiece He desires. Just as the clay yields to the Potter’s skillful hands, are you willing to surrender your will and desires, allowing God to craft you into a vessel for His purpose and glory?

Unmasking Your Deceitful Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:00:15 +0000

Deep within every person lies a danger so sinister that it has the power to destroy us! This hidden enemy is our heart, described in the Bible as being deceitful and leading us astray at every opportunity. On our own, we are incapable of subduing this cunning beast. Healing and freedom can only come when we humbly ask God to search our hearts and uncover any hidden motives or false assurances. He alone can see the real us on the inside and provide cleansing from the sins that enslave us. Have you invited God to give you a spiritual EKG to assess your true condition and give you a pure heart?

Unwavering Joy in Uncertain Times

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 03:19:43 +0000

It is all too easy to derive our joy and contentment from our circumstances, our possessions, or our relationships, but that path eventually leads to disappointment. True contentment and unwavering confidence can never be found in the ever-changing situations of life, but rather by placing our trust in God alone. When we ground our faith in His character and faithful care, our peace and joy remain unshaken, even in the midst of adversity, pain, or loss. Are you still looking to the fleeting things of this world for security, or have you put your trust fully in God’s promises?

Waiting When You’re Tired of Waiting

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 03:59:19 +0000

In the midst of life’s trials, our impatience often nudges us towards immediate answers and quick fixes, but it is in these moments that we are called to wait on the Lord’s timing and tune our hearts to His guidance. Just as a masterpiece unfolds with each stroke, so our journey of faith gains meaning and value in patiently waiting for the Master to finish His work in us. Walking by faith without having all the answers can be daunting, but doing so affirms our trust in God. So, if your life is in a holding pattern right now, be still before the Lord and listen for His voice. Even though He often seems slow, He will show up right on time!

Where is God When You Need Him?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 05:03:32 +0000

You have probably experienced times when God seems silent or absent like He is no longer aware of your struggles. When uncertainty clouds your vision, and you question whether God is at work, be comforted by the truth that His hand is always active, shaping circumstances in ways you may not perceive. Just as the sun continues to shine behind the clouds, so does God’s providence persist even when we are surrounded by shadows. Rejoice in knowing that He can use any means necessary to fulfill His purpose, and when all is said and done, you will be amazed to see just how near He was to you the entire time, even when you didn’t know He was there!

The Significance of Our Work

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 13:55:56 +0000

Have you ever considered what God thinks about work? There are quite a few scriptures in the Bible concerning this topic, but often we don’t associate our daily work to our relationship with God. Should we reconsider this? Join us as we take a look at what the Bible has to say about the significance of our work.

The Mirage of Earthly Hope

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 27 Jul 2023 23:29:02 +0000

What are you depending on to keep you firmly anchored when the storms of life begin to blow? Your 401k? Your good health? A secure job? Friends or family? While those things may offer peace of mind today, there’s no guarantee any of them will be here tomorrow. In a society driven by the pursuit of possessions, wealth, and pleasure, it is vital to recognize the profound importance of placing your trust and hope in something greater than the transient offerings of this world. There’s only one place to find that unfailing security and eternal peace, and you can find it today!

Your Last Chance to be Saved

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 01:39:07 +0000

On May 18, 1980, the volcano inside Mount St. Helens erupted. For two months, authorities had warned everyone in the vicinity to evacuate, and everyone did, except for one man. Harry Rainel Truman refused to leave his small cottage at the base of the mountain, and on that fateful day, he was buried beneath 150 feet of debris. He heard the repeated warnings, but he chose to ignore them. Many people are just like Truman. They hear God’s invitation to be saved before judgment comes, but they refuse to listen. Tragically, a day is coming when they will hear that warning for the final time, and then the door of opportunity will close forever. Today, while you hear God’s voice, respond to Him before it’s too late!

Beware of False Prophets

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:56:50 +0000

Every day you are surrounded by countless voices on every side, all trying to grab your attention, win your allegiance, and even get your money. The same is true in religious circles. Preachers and evangelists are everywhere telling you this and telling you that, but how do you navigate through all the noise and know what is true and what is false? This problem is not new, and the Bible gives us clearly defined ways to test all those voices and separate the good from the bad. Do you know how to tell the difference, or are you vulnerable to the deceptions that lead so many people astray? Don’t be fooled by smooth talk and grand promises! Make sure you are firmly grounded in God’s Word.

Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 23:09:25 +0000

God created us in His image to have fellowship with Him forever, and to seek Him alone for joy, meaning, and fulfillment. When we disconnect ourselves from Him, we begin an endless search for other things that we hope will satisfy us. These may include money, lust, power, career, relationships, acceptance, and addictions. Those things may satisfy us for a while, but they always leave us empty and thirsty, forcing us to start the search all over again. Have you been looking for life, love, and satisfaction in anything or anyone other than God, yet you’re still exhausted and empty? You need to reconnect your heart to the only true Source of life and living water. When you drink from the water He offers, you will never thirst again!

The Danger of Cold Christianity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 02:42:08 +0000

If you have surrendered your life to Christ and you faithfully live for Him, then the idea of ever forsaking Him is absolutely unthinkable to you! But don’t get too comfortable. It’s entirely possible to forsake the Lord even while still believing in Him, attending church, and having all the outward appearances of a devoted Christian. We can obey Him out of cold, rigid obedience, and yet have hearts that are miles away from Him. We can say we love Him, but not have an active, vibrant relationship with Him. So, what about you? Have you lost the passion you once had for the Lord? Come back to Him today. He longs to restore the closeness you once enjoyed!

Live Like Your Life Matters!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 14:30:23 +0000

So many people go through life without knowing why they’re even here on this earth. No one has ever told them that their life has meaning and that they were born for a purpose. As a result, they merely exist from day to day, wondering when it will all be over, and the consequences of this are devastating! If that describes you in some way, you need to know that before you were even conceived, God knew you intimately. Before you were born, He had a plan for your life. You may not have been planned by your parents, but you were planned by God, and He is waiting to unfold His incredible purpose for your life! Open the Bible and begin seeking Him today. Pray and ask that His plan for you will be revealed. Your life will have more meaning and significance than you’ve ever dreamed!

A Matter of Urgency

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 14:30:36 +0000

God is sovereign, and His power and authority rules over all creation. In this sovereignty, God presents all people with a choice… Follow His way that leads to life, or follow our own that leads to death. For those who choose His way, he then assigns to a mission… Tell others of the same choice He offers to them. They can accept or reject His way that leads to life. The mission is a matter of urgency! May this reminder inspire us all to action!

That’ll Be the Day!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:46:06 +0000

You don’t have to look far in this world to encounter corruption, deception, injustice, and far worse. It’s obvious that our world is broken, and the reason for that is sin. All of man’s best efforts to bring peace and harmony to the world have failed miserably because the only One who can fix it is God. And there is coming a dark and dreadful Day when He will judge the world for their sin. That will be a terrifying Day for all who are unsaved! But there is also going to be a grand and glorious Day when He will welcome His children into heaven and sing songs of joy over them. What an incredible Day that will be! When the time comes, you will be at one of those two Days — judgment or joy. Which one will it be?

Your Past Can Become God’s Future

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 27 May 2023 17:06:18 +0000

“It’s not my fault. I had a difficult childhood! If you only knew how hard my life has been, you’d understand why I am the way I am!” Have you ever heard anyone say things like that, or maybe you’ve said similar things yourself? It’s so easy to blame our circumstances or blame other people for our behavior, attitudes, or failures. But here’s an important truth — our environment doesn’t have to determine our destiny! God can free anyone from the chains of their past and give them a future that is filled with promise and purpose! If you are still trapped in an endless cycle of blame, you can be set free today. Don’t let your past keep you from God’s future!

What Kind of Love is This?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 22 May 2023 20:42:00 +0000

Imagine seeing a job listing for someone willing to always be the lowest employee in the company; to be hated and ignored by everyone; to be lied about and ridiculed, and to eventually be fired for the wrongs that others had done. Who in their right mind would apply for that job? The amazing thing is, when Jesus came to earth, He willingly accepted a role far worse than that! He left heaven and submitted himself to the cruel hands of men; was hated and rejected by the very people He came to save; suffered indescribable anguish and physical abuse at their hands, and was finally nailed to a cross for the sins they had committed. What kind of love would cause Him to do all that? It’s the greatest love the world has ever known, and He did it all for you!

God Will Make All Things Right

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 13 May 2023 18:11:46 +0000

We all experience seasons of trouble and darkness in life that are sometimes so severe we wonder if help and relief will ever come. All life and hope seem to be gone forever. But God sees life where we only see deadness; He sees hope even when all our hope has faded. Do you feel trapped in the dark right now, certain that no light will shine there again? It’s in those exact moments that you need to trust God more than any other. He has not forgotten you or abandoned you. Hold on and trust unflinchingly in His promises. Things may be bad now, but a better day is coming, and in the end, God will make all things right!

The Best is Yet to Come

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 05 May 2023 02:47:24 +0000

Why does it seem like evil men prosper and get away with everything, while Christians who are living for God seem to suffer and struggle without relief? It’s dangerously easy to become disillusioned with life when we get our eyes off God and begin looking at people instead. Our natural tendency is always to compare ourselves with others and conclude that everyone else has it easier than we do, but there’s a vital truth we must never forget. By turning our focus back to God and the truth of His Word, things will become clear once again as we remember that the pleasures and possessions of this world are only temporary. The joys and glories that await true believers cannot be compared to anything in this life, so when you’re tempted to think God is being unfair, just remind yourself that the best is yet to come, and everything will be made right in the end.

What to Do When God is Against You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 02:57:13 +0000

God’s judgment is coming to this world one day, even though for now He is being incredibly patient with us. When that day comes, what promise or guarantee do you have that you will be spared? Do you think you’ve been a good enough person; you’ve given enough money to the church; you’ve helped enough needy people? The truth is, none of those things will save you from what is coming! There’s only one way you can know with total certainty that you will not be judged for your sin. The Bible says that the wicked will by no means go unpunished, but those who are righteous will go free. Are you numbered with the wicked or with the righteous today, and are you willing to stake your life on it?

Good News Bad News

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 02:36:10 +0000

If your doctor hid the fact that you had cancer because he only liked saying positive things, would you consider him to be a good doctor? Of course not! Sometimes getting bad news is the best news you could ever get, especially if it would save your life. The gospel of Jesus Christ is good news for mankind, but it also contains some very bad news—that all those who reject Christ will spend eternity in hell separated from God. Right now, every person is either living in the good news of eternal life, or they are living in the bad news of God’s coming judgement. After you die will be too late to make this decision. So, which is it for you? Good news or bad news?

Where is Your Road Taking You?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 14:30:10 +0000

Have you ever been making good time on a trip, but didn’t realize you were on the wrong road? That’s not a big problem when you’re in a car, but if you’re on the wrong road of life it will have eternal consequences. When it comes to life, remember this — what determines your destination tomorrow ‌is the direction you choose to go in today. We’re all on a road to somewhere, and one day that road will come to an end. You will either find yourself exactly where you wanted to end up, or you’ll be somewhere you never intended to go. Your eternal destiny is in the balance. So, where are your choices taking you?

Faith > Fear

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 05:05:46 +0000

In Mark’s account of Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee, Mark records four questions. One question was a result of fear, two questions were to challenge why we fear, and one question was to remind us why we don’t have to fear. Life can be difficult and God often allows things into our life that we may not understand. However, these four questions remind us that Jesus is in control and and therefore we don’t have to fear because we can have faith in Him.

God, What Do You Want From Me?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 02:56:41 +0000

Have you ever tried to please God by doing more religious things like increasing your church attendance, never missing your daily quiet time or giving more money to the church? The fact is, you can’t earn favor with God by doing any of those things. God is not looking for external shows of religion because it’s dangerously easy to be immersed in religious activities, yet be a complete hypocrite in God’s eyes. Today we explore what God actually requires of us, and the list may surprise you! So, are you doing what God wants?

Keep Fighting! God Will Win the War!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 18 Mar 2023 17:37:02 +0000

As followers of Christ we would all have to admit that we have often given in to Satan’s attacks and allowed him to have the victory. At times we may even feel overwhelmed by our sin and wonder if anything good will ever come out of our battles in this life. Be encouraged! God will take even our worst failures and ultimately use them for His glory. Believers throughout history have fallen again and again, but none of their failures have disrupted God’s plan. Keep fighting, and when you fall, get back up. Satan may win some battles over us, but God will win the war!

How to Stand When the Enemy Attacks

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 19:23:34 +0000

Did you ever obey God and do the right thing, ‌but the results didn’t turn out like you thought they would, ‌so you started to wonder if ‌doing the right thing was really the right thing to do? It is a mistake to think that if you faithfully live for God, your life will be trouble free as a result. The truth is, when we do choose to live for Him, the forces of hell will be unleashed against us. So what do you do when those attacks come? How do you stand strong when your life seems to be crumbling around you? Today’s message will help you know exactly how to face the enemy, and it will encourage you to press on in this battle we all fight every day.

Out With the New, In With the Old

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 02 Mar 2023 23:52:34 +0000

These days people are quick to throw out old things and replace them with the newest version. Sadly that viewpoint has made its way into the church. Leaders are constantly scrambling to find the latest and greatest techniques, believing that they will somehow make the gospel more effective. The Bible says the opposite. Revival doesn’t come by introducing something new. It comes when we return to the things God has already told us in His Word. King Hezekiah led the nation back to God’s old ways and revival swept the land. What might happen if Christians stopped searching for new things in churches, and instead, simply realigned their hearts and lives to the truth of God’s Word?

The Secret to Restoring a Nation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 16:44:27 +0000

What would you say is the first and most important step required to get any nation back on track? Fix the economy, strengthen the military, rebuild the infrastructure? Those things have their place, but none of them have the power to turn a nation around. Nothing will ever change for the better until God is given His rightful place in the hearts of believers again, and until God is given His rightful place in the church again… and it could all begin with you! Are you willing to humbly offer yourself to God as the starting place for revival in your family, your church, your community and your nation?

How Will You Be Remembered When You Die?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 04:13:02 +0000

Every day we live, every choice we make, every thought we think and word we speak, we are making contributions to the legacy that we will leave behind after we die. Out of all the kings who reigned over Jerusalem, king Ahaz is remembered for being the worst of them all. Why? Because he lived a sinful life and led the people away from God… and 2,700 years later, his wicked legacy still lives on! Ahaz was given every opportunity to live for God and do what was right, but he repeatedly chose to go his own way, and in the end he wrecked his own life and destroyed the entire nation. God has promised that anyone who rejects Him will eventually come to ruin, but those who obey and trust Him will be blessed. If you honestly evaluate your own life right now, what kind of legacy do you think you’re writing? Choose today to live for God, and leave a legacy that will bring glory to Him!

God’s Sustaining Power

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:34:33 +0000

Living in this world can be difficult. Jesus even warns us of the trouble and sorrow we will have. He also describes the way to His Kingdom as a hard way and few will choose to travel it. But for those who do choose to follow Christ in this way, God promises them a power to sustain them. He is able to keep those who are in covenant with Him, and He will be faithful to do it to the very end. Join us as we look at the wonderful promise of God’s sustaining power.

The Touch of the Savior

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 23:29:11 +0000

Jesus’ healing of the leper was an amazing display of Jesus’ power. It was also a beautiful reminder of Jesus’ love and what we have in Him. Life is full of difficulties and it often leaves us feeling alone, hurt, and like no one cares. However we are reminded that we serve a Savior who cares about our every need and we serve Savior who can restore our every longing. Are you looking to Him today?

Saying Yes to a Costly Call

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 05:53:19 +0000

God called Isaiah to spend the rest of his life preaching to a rebellious nation, and was told that no one would listen to his message. That was a difficult assignment! God also calls us to step out and obey Him in various ways throughout our life, and those calls are seldom convenient or easy. Saying yes to God always comes with a cost. It requires laying aside our own desires and plans, and even being willing to suffer and die, if necessary. The call may be hard, but there is no safer, more rewarding place to be than right where God is leading you! Will you be ready to answer God’s calls when they come?

Alive for a Reason

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 01:49:49 +0000

Do you ever wonder why you’re here on this earth; why God is keeping you alive, and whether or not there is really any purpose to it all? Yes, the daily grind of life can sometimes feel like a pointless, monotonous routine, but the fact is, there’s much more to this life—to your life—than meets the eye. Regardless of who you are, where you live, your education, your occupation or your level of influence, you are still living and breathing for one reason: God has an assignment for you! You were saved, not as the final step in your spiritual journey, but as the first step to a mission God has created for you to carry out. Wherever God has placed you, He wants you to be a living testimony for Him right there, touching others with His love and pointing them to Him. The only question is, are you willing to accept your assignment and faithfully carry it out?

Stop Treating God Casually!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 20:15:24 +0000

God has been so trivialized in our modern culture that even His name is used as a common curse word! But here’s a sobering truth: What we truly think of God is so absolutely critical that it literally shapes everything we say and do, and it will ultimately determine the outcome of our lives. So, pause for a minute and ask yourself honestly, “What do I really think of God?” Both Isaiah and Job loved and respected God, but the instant they were given a glimpse of His blazing holiness and terrifying power, they fell to their knees in repentance, and their lives were never the same again. May God give us a genuine vision of Himself that will burn away our casual view of Him and forever transform us to worship Him in the fear and reverence He deserves.

Does Our Worship Please God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 00:59:56 +0000

If God gave us a worship checkup, how well would we do on that test? Our worship services may attract big crowds, may be exciting, and may even be the talk of the town… but does our worship actually please God? After all, His opinion is the only one that counts! Are we worshipping from the heart or simply out of routine? Are we worshipping with sin in our lives and assuming it doesn’t matter? Our worship is a direct reflection of the condition of our heart, so let’s ask God to show us what it really looks like through His eyes, and then be willing to surrender anything that is hindering us from offering pure worship to Him.

The Comfort of the Incarnation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Dec 2022 06:30:44 +0000

The good news of Christmas is for those who are tired of seeing sin and bad news everywhere, especially in themselves. It’s easy to become weighed down and discouraged by the constant battles of this life, but having the assurance that—because Christ came the first time, He is most certainly coming again—fills us with comfort and hope. We can look beyond the unrest that we see around us and that we sometimes see within us, and we can be comforted by the guaranteed promise of His return and the eternal life that awaits all those who have trusted in Him as their Savior! Do you have this comfort today?

The Cost of the Incarnation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 18:26:15 +0000

Imagine how shocked we would be to hear that all the world’s richest, most powerful people had abandoned their fortunes and moved into the worst part of town without even a penny to their name! We simply couldn’t imagine anyone doing that, and yet, someone actually did. When Jesus came to earth to rescue mankind from sin, He had to lay aside His glory and splendor, and He had to exchange His royal title as the Son of God to be called a lowly Son of man. He lived a life of poverty, ridicule and rejection, and in the end was put to death like a criminal. It cost Him everything to die for us… is it costing us anything to live for Him?

The Mystery of the Incarnation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:32:41 +0000

As we celebrate Christmas, let’s remember that there is something far more important than that baby in the manger, the shepherds in the fields and the wisemen bringing gifts. The fact is, if that baby wasn’t truly the Son of God in the flesh, then all those events are meaningless. Some religions say that Jesus was nothing more than a good teacher, but how can we prove otherwise? Is there a reason why the only one who could forgive sins and redeem fallen man had to be both fully God and fully man? Join us for today’s message as we explore the most important doctrine in the entire Bible — the Incarnation of Christ.

Desperate for Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Dec 2022 05:33:49 +0000

In our culture of platform building and rising celebrity status, we forget that Jesus values the least. He places honor on the poor, the broken, the messy, and the marginalized. Lepers in Jesus’ day were outcasts of society. They had absolutely no status and were looked down on as untouchables. Yet, when Jesus encountered 10 lepers pleading for help, He treasured each one of them, heard their cries, and healed them. All of us can identify with those lepers more than we may realize. Our lives have been eaten away by sin and we desperately need Jesus to cleanse us. Are you desperate enough to call out to Him for help and receive the healing He offers?

Contend for the Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 19:35:36 +0000

Have you read the letter of Jude lately? It’s a short letter with a bold message, and it’s for all believers everywhere. Jude brings attention to a danger to the faith, and he doesn’t beat around the bush when he writes about it. His passionate appeal is as relevant for us today as it was for first and second generation believers. Are you willing to receive his timeless call to contend for the faith?

The Hope that God’s Judgement Brings

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:00:11 +0000

As God’s children we sometimes choose to disregard His commands and go our own way. If we continue to ignore His calls to repent, He will send discipline into our life to correct us, like any good parent would do. Feeling God’s discipline is never pleasant and it might even make us think that He doesn’t love us anymore, but the one who is disciplining us is the same loving Father who is always working for our good. If you’ve been away from God and feeling the sting of His chastisement, come back to Him today. Behind the dark clouds of God’s judgement is the sunshine of forgiveness and hope!

Are God’s Judgements Fair?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 02:41:07 +0000

Some people think that God is being unfair when He dispenses justice and judgement, yet they also think it’s unfair when justice and judgement are not handed down to someone who has wronged them. God has put certain unbreakable physical laws in place, and He has also put immutable spiritual laws in place… break either of them and you will suffer the inevitable consequences. Is there something you feel that God has been unfair about? Always remember that His law is perfect and His judgements are always right, even if it doesn’t feel that way. Be assured that you can trust Him, regardless of how things look today.

Are You Cheating on God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Oct 2022 02:50:17 +0000

Millions of people have experienced the sickening heartache of discovering that their spouse has been unfaithful to them. It is a pain that cuts very deep, leaves scars and destroys lives. In the Bible, God describes His people as His bride who has continuously committed adultery with other lovers. The anguish God feels is almost unbearable to read. Sadly, you and I are all guilty of the same thing because sin is spiritual adultery. Through the vivid imagery of the book of Hosea we get a sobering look at what our sin actually does to God, and we hear once again the call to return to Him and make things right.

The Problem with Religion

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 03:27:18 +0000

We attend church faithfully every Sunday. We sing the songs, we serve in various ministries and we give our tithe. As far as we’re concerned, those things prove that we’re a “good Christian.” But the Bible says we can do all those things and more, and not be godly at all. That’s the problem with religion. It fools us into believing that as long as we’re checking things off our spiritual todo list, we must be right with God. The only true and accurate assessment of our spiritual condition is when God measures us against His perfect holiness. That’s when we suddenly recognize our true condition and our desperate need to be found in the righteousness of Christ! So, what benchmark are you using to determine your standing before God?

You Can’t Fight God and Win

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 14:10:08 +0000

For decades a systematic effort has been underway behind the scenes to remove God from every facet of our society and destroy the moral foundation of the United States. We can now clearly see and feel the disturbing effects of that endeavor because we are living in a society that has launched an all-out war against God and His Word. God has been removed from our schools and our government, millions of innocent babies are being murdered, pressure is increasing against churches, and the very definition of the family unit has been ridiculed and dismantled. It seems that God has turned our nation over to the vileness that it craves. What will it take for America to regain God’s blessing and protection, or is it too late to even try?

Broken But Blessed

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Oct 2022 14:30:53 +0000

One of the most remarkable details about the life of Christ is often overlooked. The Bible tells us that on the same night Jesus was betrayed; on the same night Peter denied Him; on the same night he was falsely accused, beaten and spat upon… he gave thanks. He gave thanks! How was He able to be thankful even when facing the most excruciating trial of His life? It’s because He trusted His Father’s plan completely and He knew with absolute certainty that even when He was being broken, the very trial that was breaking Him had already been blessed by His Father. We are also called to give thanks in all circumstances, but do we have that same level of trust in our heavenly Father’s plan for us?

You may find this sermon on a similar topic helpful: “Remembering What God Has Done for You”

Who is Among Us?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 13:45:15 +0000

Have you ever wondered about church membership? Who’s idea was it and is it even scriptural? Many have wondered the same, so we decided to dedicate some time to this specific topic. Join us as we look into God’s Word for answers to these questions and more.

Jesus Can

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:01:56 +0000

Jesus crossed the Sea of Galilee with his disciples and encountered a man possessed with demons. Jesus loved this man and displayed his power over the enemy by commanding the demons out of him and setting this man free. This passage reminds us that there is always hope for the hopeless and that when Jesus moves in our lives, then He gives us a message to carry to the world. Is your hope in the Jesus Who Can?

Prepare to Meet Your God!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 15:16:56 +0000

No parent enjoys disciplining their children. It grieves us when they sin and have to be corrected. Throughout history God has disciplined His wayward children in hopes of bringing them back to Him. They refused to listen, so eventually God had to give this heartbreaking conclusion: “You have not returned to me… now prepare to meet your God!” That is a sobering statement, and we all need to be prepared for that day! When God looks at your life, would He have to conclude that you have not returned to Him? Why not come back to Him today while He is still calling?

Pillars of Prayer

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Sep 2022 14:27:09 +0000

Burdened by what He witnessed upon His arrival to Jerusalem, Jesus cleared the temple. His zeal for the Father consumed him. Jesus declared that His Father’s house was to be a place of prayer for all nations.

With the many and frequent distractions we face in a world that is raising its fists towards heaven, it is difficult to take time to shut everything down and focus on seeking, prayer and worship. We see that over 650 prayers are recorded in the Bible and 25 of those prayers were by Jesus.

We will look at 4 prayers in the Bible, represented in the Old and New Testament, that all hinge on the declaration, “Your Kingdom Come”. The only way to see God’s Kingdom principles and path forward in our lives, and in our church, is to stop the spin and confusion from the “World’s Kingdom” by being a pillar of prayer.

When God’s Patience Runs Out

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Aug 2022 14:30:37 +0000

Have you noticed how easy it is to take your relationship with God for granted when everything in life is going well? We continue going to church, singing the songs, serving here and there… but we’re really just going through the motions. In those times, we usually don’t even hear God’s gentle calls for us to return to Him, so He sometimes has to send stronger warnings our way. God is so patient with us, but a day is coming when His tender calls will end and we will hear the Lion roar instead! That will be a terrifying moment that none of us want to face! Don’t wait that long to get your heart back to where God wants it to be. Respond to His call while there is still time.

The Danger of Holding Grudges

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:35:20 +0000

Everyone has stories of a relative who got offended about something at Thanksgiving dinner 40 years ago, and they still won’t speak to the family today! Holding grudges is like cancer. It spreads and kills if left untreated; but worst of all, it withholds the forgiveness from others that God has already shown to you. If someone has hurt you and you’re finding it hard to forgive them, come and hear what God’s Word says about it. You’ll gain the insight and encouragement you need to free the other person from the clutches of resentment, and you will free yourself at the same time!

God is Still Good When Things are Bad

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 18 Aug 2022 20:15:16 +0000

Where do you turn when life turns bad? What do you when your world is filled with chaos, heartache or pain? If you are in a place right now where you feel broken, empty and alone, and it seems like God is miles away, don’t stay there another minute! God is waiting for you to turn around and come back to Him. He will meet you with open arms of forgiveness, but He will go far beyond that… He longs to pour out His goodness and blessings upon you, and to restore the wasted years in your past. Even when things are bad, God is still good, so run to Him today!

The Destructive Consequences of Our Sin

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 14:30:53 +0000

One little bug can’t harm a whole crop, but a swarm of locusts can devour and destroy an entire countryside in just minutes! We may not think that our “little” sins will ever harm anyone else, but the ripple effects might actually be felt for generations to come. The book of Joel describes a time when God’s people and their land suffered complete devastation as a result of their sin, and there was only one way to fix it. God called them to be genuinely brokenhearted, to repent of their sin, and to return to Him. If they did this, He promised to restore what they had lost and pour out His blessings upon them once again. If you are away from God right now and suffering the consequences of your sin, you don’t have to stay there! Return to Him today and receive the forgiveness and blessing He longs to give you.

Does Everyone Deserve God’s Grace?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 14:30:30 +0000

“Grace.” It’s a beautiful word and something that we all hope will be shown to us when we sin. But could you name people who you feel don’t deserve grace — people who have personally wronged you and hurt you, or those who are committing terrible evil in the world in general? If so, this message will help you see that you don’t deserve grace any more than they do, and yet God has lavished His grace upon you. The Bible says you have been given grace upon grace! Having freely received God’s grace despite our sin, do we really have grounds for withholding grace from others? Maybe it’s time to find out for sure!

Do You Need a Second Chance?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 14:30:43 +0000

There are certain opportunities in life that only come your way once. If you miss them, you’ll never get a second chance. But you should be encouraged to know that God doesn’t treat us that way when we fail Him. He is a God of fresh starts and new beginnings who is patient and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in love. When we sin, God has every right to cast us aside forever, yet He forgives all who come to Him and restores them to useful service again. If you’ve failed in some way or you’ve turned away from God, turn back to Him now. He is ready to give you a second chance!

The Blessing of Being Humbled

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Jul 2022 14:30:35 +0000

The refining furnace that God sometimes puts us in is both necessary and beautiful. He places us there because—simply put—we need it. Being humbled tests us, proves us and drives us to God; and ultimately, anything that does that is a blessing! Don’t resent those times when God is breaking you of yourself. Thank Him for it and trust in His unfailing wisdom and goodness.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Prior to bringing this second sermon in the Unravel Part 4 series, pastor Phil was away for several months recovering from a heart attack and open-heart surgery. That is the reason for the time gap between the first and second sermon in this series.

You can watch the first sermon from Jonah chapter 1 entitled: “God’s Mercy in Our Failures” by clicking this link.

A Call to Remember

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 14:30:31 +0000

God’s great works throughout history always leaves behind a reminder that points to His Son’s redemptive work, whether by foreshadowing His coming, or by remembering His earthly ministry. Looking at the significance of the blood sacrifice at Passover, the Memorial Stones left behind at the Jordan’s crossing, or the events that occurred at Jesus’ death and resurrection, we will be challenged to remember His plan was forged from eternity past, to impact our future.

Spiritual Armour for Spiritual Warfare – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jul 2022 14:30:38 +0000

Spiritual Armour for Spiritual Warfare – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:30:23 +0000

Holy Spirit: Controlled by the Holy Spirit

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 14:30:53 +0000

“be filled with the Spirit” (Ephesians 5:18) is to be controlled by the Holy Spirit. This is a present continuous action and requires a believer to be (a) daily yielded to God, (b) daily in repentance with confession with godly sorrow, (c) daily allowing the word of God to richly indwell the inner man. Being controlled by the Holy Spirit empowers a believer (a) daily in spiritual battle (Spirit versus flesh) and, (b) daily in living out the person and character and conduct of Christ and in being obedient to the will of God.

Holy Spirit: Pentecost and Spiritual Gifts

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Jun 2022 14:30:03 +0000

The outpouring of the Holy Spirit occurred at Pentecost. The power of the Holy Spirit in union with the spoken word of the gospel of salvation resulted in the addition of 3000 souls and the beginning of the church at Pentecost. Each individual believer indwelt by the Holy Spirit is given at least one spiritual gift according to the grace of God for the purpose of (a) equipping of believers for serving fellow believers, (b) building up the body of Christ and, (c) glorifying God. Each believer is tasked of being a steward or manager of their spiritual gift/s; the expression of their gift being in love.

Holy Spirit: Spiritual Power

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 May 2022 14:30:03 +0000

The power of the Holy Spirit is illustrated by (a) inspiration of scripture, (b) illumination of hearts, (c) regeneration of a believer, (d) indwelling presence in a believer, (e) baptism into the body of Christ, (f) sealing and giving of a pledge in a believer and, (g) filling in a believer.

Holy Spirit: Union and Ministry

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 May 2022 14:30:31 +0000

The Holy Spirit abides (spiritual union) with and is in a believer from salvation to eternity. The three names of the Spirit a. Helper or Advocate = spiritual defense or intercession on behalf of a believer, b. Spirit of truth: truth the essence of Godhead and, c. Holy Spirit: holiness the essence of Godhead. The Holy Spirit continues the ministry of Jesus in teaching, guiding into truth, bearing witness of Jesus and glorifying Jesus. The Holy Spirit also convicts the world of sin, righteousness and judgement.

Holy Spirit: The Person

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 May 2022 14:30:33 +0000

The Holy Spirit is the least understood and least taught person of the Trinity. Scripture demonstrates the person of the Holy Spirit as evident by having mind, will and emotions. The Holy Spirit searches the depths of God, knows the mind of God and the will of God and communicates spiritual thoughts, spiritual knowledge, spiritual wisdom and the spiritual will of God to the mind of a born again believer of Jesus Christ. Scripture calls upon believers to have fellowship with the Holy Spirit.

Is He Enough?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 May 2022 14:30:38 +0000

God created a world to be enjoyed and filled by all creation. He fellowshipped with Adam and Eve every day, delighting most in their love for and dependence upon Him. However, Satan twisted the words and commands of God, and in so doing, deceived Adam and Eve into believing what God had provided, just wasn’t enough. As we look through key figures in God’s Word, we can see how the curse of sin is alive and well, wreaking havoc in the lives of God’s people; however, there are times the outcome of this great deception served as an agent of change for the unsuspecting… leading them to turn from their active rebellion against God and acknowledge, “He is Enough”.

The Joy of Obedience – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 May 2022 14:30:22 +0000

Haggai was sent by God to a disobedient people challenging them “to consider their ways” and the results of their disobedience. The people responded to God, obeyed Him and experienced Him in an amazing way. There was joy in their obedience! Are you experiencing the joy that God gives through obedience to Him?

The Joy of Obedience – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Apr 2022 14:30:54 +0000

The Resurrected Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Apr 2022 14:30:39 +0000

If Jesus was never resurrected, then His crucifixion was in vain. Thankfully, He is alive! And the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is the same power that brings us new life! The resurrected life! Join us and be encouraged as we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, our resurrected Savior! Through Christ, we will inherit the same kind of body He now has. A resurrected body that is imperishable, glorious, and powerful!

Colossians – Part 10

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Apr 2022 14:30:35 +0000

Paul’s letter to the believers in Colossae is packed full of encouragement for them, warnings about false teachings, and instructions on relating to one another. Join us as we step through this powerful letter and apply the truths found here to our own lives, church, and relationships.

Colossians – Part 9

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Apr 2022 14:30:05 +0000

Colossians – Part 8

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Mar 2022 14:30:24 +0000

Colossians – Part 7

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Mar 2022 14:30:44 +0000

Colossians – Part 6

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Mar 2022 14:30:31 +0000

Colossians – Part 5

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Mar 2022 15:30:19 +0000

Colossians – Part 4

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Feb 2022 15:30:14 +0000

Colossians – Part 3

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Feb 2022 15:30:52 +0000

Colossians – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Feb 2022 15:30:36 +0000

Colossians – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Jan 2022 15:30:10 +0000

God’s Mercy in Our Failures

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:30:05 +0000

Most people think that the Book of Jonah is all about a man being swallowed by a huge fish, but actually it’s all about God’s incredible love and mercy for everyone, even those who hate Him. Chapter 1 shows us that even when we disobey God and bring trouble into our lives, He is still ready and eager to provide a way out and bring us back to Himself.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
About 30 minutes after preaching this sermon, pastor Phil suffered a heart attack and underwent quadruple bypass surgery. He was out for several months recovering, and that is the reason for the time gap between this sermon and the next sermon in this Unravel Part 4 series.

He returned to the pulpit on July 17, 2022 and resumed the series with a sermon from Jonah chapter 2 entitled: “The Blessing of Being Humbled” which you can watch by clicking this link.

Ecuador and India Missions Update

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Jan 2022 15:30:31 +0000

We’re so thankful to see all that God is doing through the faithful people of LifePoint Church right here in our own city. But we’re also grateful for the doors God continues to open for us to go and minister in other parts of the world. Today we hear stirring and encouraging reports from mission work in Ecuador with child sex trafficking, and from India with children forced into poverty and slavery.

What Is Baptism All About?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Jan 2022 15:30:04 +0000

To people outside the church, baptism seems like a strange ritual. Why dunk people under water? What does that mean, and what does it accomplish? Does getting baptized mean you’ll go to heaven? Can anyone be baptized? In this brief message we’ll answer those and other important questions by seeing what the Bible actually says about baptism.

Glory of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Dec 2021 15:30:47 +0000

The glory of God is expressed in the person, character and nature of Jesus Christ. The cross is the ultimate expression of the glory of God on earth with reference to God the Father (His love, grace, mercy) and to Jesus Christ (His humble submission in obedience to the will and predetermined plan of God the Father). The outworking of the glory of God in the cross is salvation and eternal life to lost humanity. When born again believers live out the character of Jesus Christ, believers are glorifying God and reflecting His light. This is only able to be achieved through the ministry of the indwelling Holy Spirit.

Longing for His Return

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 15:30:00 +0000

Have you ever been stuck in a faraway airport after a long, exhausting trip, watching one flight after another being canceled? You’re tired and hungry, and all you want in that moment is to be home! The struggles and trials of life often remind us that our real home is in heaven, and make us wish we could be there now. In the midst of it all, remember, Jesus is coming back, and when He does, all things will be made new!

Rejoicing at His Birth

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Dec 2021 15:30:04 +0000

Expectant parents eagerly await the birth of their first baby, and when it arrives, they share the good news with everyone! The birth of Jesus was highly anticipated and joyfully announced by angels. But sadly, Jesus was hated and rejected most of His life, even right up to His death. This Christmas, let’s take some time to fully appreciate all that He endured to bring salvation to us.

Waiting for His Coming

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Dec 2021 15:30:33 +0000

For generations God’s faithful few waited for the promised Savior to come. But as the evil around them grew darker by the day, the flame of hope in their hearts flickered and almost went out. Still, they waited faithfully, and when the Savior finally arrived, He brought light into their dark world. Are you in that light today, or are you still walking in darkness?

Remembering What God Has Done for You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Nov 2021 15:30:36 +0000

In the rush of life it’s easy to get distracted and lose sight of what’s most important. The Bible tells us again and again to set time aside to remember all that God has done for us. If you’re feeling far away from God or wondering if He still cares about you, the best thing you can do is to stop and recall how his mercy and grace have changed your life. Why not pause right now and give Him the thanks He deserves.

You may find this sermon on a similar topic helpful: “Being Thankful in All Circumstances”

Don’t Be Left Out of the Banquet!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 15:30:09 +0000

God has an incredible plan for expanding His family. One that ensures many children will dwell with Him and His Son for eternity. It’s a plan that culminates with a wedding banquet to which we have all been invited. But to be included in this banquet, we must adhere to the requirements for attendance. Don’t overlook these truths and be left out of the banquet! Tune-in, be encouraged, and be ready!

I’m Outta Here

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Nov 2021 15:30:27 +0000

We don’t have to travel far to be outside the will of God. All of us have deliberately strayed away from God at times, and we have all experienced the emptiness that ultimately comes with that choice. But even when we reach our lowest point, the Father is constantly looking and longing for us to come home; and when we do, He welcomes us back with open arms! Are you away from God today? Come back to Him right now and receive the love and forgiveness that He is waiting to give you.

Will You Leave a Godly Legacy?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 14:30:38 +0000

Whether we realize it or not, all of us will leave a legacy after we die, and the kind of legacy we leave will be determined by the life we’re living right now. If we remain committed to living for Christ and loving others, then we can pass on a godly legacy to those who come after us. The end of your life does not have to be the end of the impact your life will have. Your faith can go on living long after you’re gone!

You Can’t Live on Borrowed Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Oct 2021 14:30:59 +0000

The statistics are daunting. More and more young people raised in Christian homes abandon the faith when they leave for college. Growing up, they quoted Bible verses, worshiped every Sunday, and knew all the right things to say. So what went wrong? It’s because they’ve been living on a borrowed faith instead of making it their own. They had religion, but they never had a relationship with Christ. What about you? Is your faith your faith, or is it a borrowed faith?

When Tyrants Rule the Land

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Oct 2021 14:30:31 +0000

The Bible says, “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.” During this past year we have witnessed an unprecedented number of evil leaders in our nation and around the world dismantling democracy and increasing their control over us. Sadly this is nothing new. Generations past have come under the tyrannical rule of power-hungry leaders, but when it’s all said and done, you can be sure that God will have the last word!

Opening Our Eyes to the Spiritual Realm

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Oct 2021 14:30:59 +0000

It is possible to have 20/20 vision but still be completely blind! If we only perceive life through our physical senses, we’ll be dangerously unaware of the spiritual realm that exists all around us. This will make us vulnerable to the enemy and cause us to live in fear when we face overwhelming battles. Being aware of God’s presence all around us brings an entirely new perspective to everything. It reminds us that, as God’s children, we are never alone. We are never outnumbered. We are never at the mercy of the enemy. Are your spiritual eyes open?

Surrounded by Truth but Living a Lie

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Oct 2021 14:30:28 +0000

We have all had the awful experience of seeing a news story about a Christian ministry whose leaders were charged with embezzlement or some other crime. It’s a reminder of how close we can be to the truth, but still be living a lie. We can worship and pray and serve in the church, but have hearts that are far from God. What about you? Is Christ your highest pursuit, or are you just going through the motions?

The Disease You Can Never Cure

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Sep 2021 14:30:53 +0000

Imagine having an incurable disease, but one day hearing that someone had finally discovered a cure. You rush to see them, but they tell you to do something that sounds ridiculous and embarrassing and humiliating. Would you do it in order to be cured? Sometimes our pride keeps us from fully obeying what God has told us to do. We’d rather do it our own way! Is pride keeping you from fully obeying God in some area?

It Shall Be Well

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Sep 2021 14:30:43 +0000

History is filled with the accounts of men and women whose lives were overwhelmed with suffering, pain and loss, yet because of their faith in Christ, they could still say with confidence that all will be well. How is it possible for someone to go through such devastating trials and still know that God is good? Trouble and heartache will visit us all in this life. Do you know how to stand firm when the storms begin to blow?

Do You Need a New Beginning?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:30:58 +0000

Because we are all sinful creatures we fail God and other people regularly. In those moments of failure we certainly deserve whatever condemnation and judgement might come our way, yet we can all recall times when God showed us His grace instead and gave us a fresh start. You may feel like you’ve blown it so badly that God will never take you back. But He stands ready right now to extend His grace and give you a new beginning!

Courageous Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Sep 2021 14:30:57 +0000

The Centurion courageously and desperately sought after the only One who could change his servant’s situation. In the process, the Centurion displayed amazing faith in what Jesus could do and ultimately saw Jesus bring glory to God by healing his servant. Even though we may not always see the rewards of our faith on this earth like the Centurion did, we can trust that God is working in all our situations to bring glory and honor to Him. Are you desiring to bring God glory by desperately seeking and trusting Him with the situations in your life?

Courageous Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Aug 2021 14:30:18 +0000

Joseph of Arimathea went from a secret follower of Christ to a man who used what God had given him to courageously and sacrificially love His Lord. Christ’s death on the Cross changed Joseph and the Cross can change you as well. How is the Cross impacting you today? Are you courageously and sacrificially loving Jesus with what He has given you?

Rejoicing in the Abundant Grace of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Aug 2021 14:30:58 +0000

Every one of us can look back over the years and see times when we failed God so miserably; times when we let our selfishness or stubbornness or foolishness take over. Looking back, it’s so clear to us now that if God hadn’t extended His grace to us in those moments, our lives would have been ruined. God doesn’t just barely give us grace, He gives us grace upon grace! Have you paused recently to thank Him for His abundant grace in your life?

Your Last Day On Earth

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 14:30:45 +0000

What if you were told that today was your last day on earth? How would that news impact your plans, and what regrets would you have? We should always be mindful of the brevity of life and make it our goal to live every day for the glory of God and for His mission. Too many people start well, but don’t finish well. Take encouragement from the lessons in this message to ensure that you will remain faithful to the very end.

Surrendering the Throne of Your Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Aug 2021 14:30:05 +0000

Could you honestly say that you have given God full reign in every area of your heart? Is there anything that you have been trying to keep disguised and hidden from His control? The fact is, we cannot ultimately keep anything from Him because His Word will always come to pass, regardless of our attempts to limit Him in certain areas. Why not surrender everything to Him today and learn that you can trust Him with your life!

God is Calling. Are You Listening?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Aug 2021 14:30:29 +0000

Many Christians tend to think that a “call of God” is only something pastors or missionaries receive, but if you’re saved, God is constantly prompting your heart to follow Him in many different ways. The question is, do you recognize His voice when He speaks, and will you obey what He is asking you to do?

God’s Faithfulness in Our Failures

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Jul 2021 14:30:33 +0000

Behind every victory and every success lies a hidden danger. These euphoric experiences tend to lull us into a false sense of security, causing us to let down our guard and coast on the momentum of those mountaintop moments. It’s then that we become vulnerable to attacks from the enemy and often find ourselves plunging from the highest peak of triumph to the lowest valley of despair. Learn how tenderly God deals with us in our worst times of defeat and discouragement, and find the hope and renewal you need in Him.

Turning Our Hearts Back to God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Jul 2021 14:30:58 +0000

We were created to worship God and bring Him glory. However, sometimes we lose sight of that and choose instead to put other things in the place of the love, devotion and worship that belong to Him alone. When that happens we are, in a very real sense, worshiping other gods on the altar of our heart. God will use any means necessary to destroy those idols and turn our hearts back to Him. Are there any areas of your heart that need to be given back completely to God?

Obeying God When it Doesn’t Make Sense

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 14:30:47 +0000

If God only called us to do things we could easily do, to give what we could easily give, then we really wouldn’t need Him at all. His calls always stretch us beyond our limits and our resources so that we will be forced to trust completely in Him. Is there anything God has already prompted you to do that you’ve been putting off because you feel unequipped or incapable? Why not step out in obedience and faith today and watch how He will use you!

Raise Up Spiritually Passionate Followers of Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Jun 2021 14:30:36 +0000

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought challenges for churches around the world, and we have certainly felt the effects of it here at LifePoint. Despite the challenges, God has been stirring our hearts. We have a sense that God is preparing us (along with all of His true followers) for even greater effectiveness in the months and years ahead. This has brought with it a sharpening of our focus and purpose as a church. This message is not only for LifePoint Church, but for all who are ready to put their hands to the plow and never look back.

Not All Prophets Are True Prophets

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Jun 2021 14:30:28 +0000

How do you know if the sermon you’re listening to is the true Word of God and not false teaching? Are you able to spot counterfeit Christianity? Not everyone who says they have a word from the Lord actually has a word from the Lord. So be alert and pray for discernment! Satan often uses false prophets to draw people away from the truth and ruin their lives. Don’t be one of them!

Having a Strong Faith in Weak Times

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jun 2021 14:30:48 +0000

American Christians have had it easy for a very long time. It really hasn’t cost current generations anything to follow Christ. That’s a blessing, but it has sadly created a sense of apathy and entitlement in the church, causing Christians to always want the easiest, most convenient path. That kind of faith will never withstand the tests that are most certainly coming for the church! We must begin right now to put our own desires aside and make certain that we are rooted deeply in Christ, and that we are living wholly for His mission.

Getting Everything but Having Nothing

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jun 2021 14:30:32 +0000

If you could pray one prayer and instantly have everything you’ve ever wanted, would you do it? Most of us think we would be happier if we just had a little more, but is that really true? King Solomon had more money, possessions and fame than anyone in the world, but he hated life and was overcome with emptiness and frustration. If your search for meaning and happiness has led you to a dead end, this message will show you the only path to true joy and fulfillment.

The Love of a Lifetime

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 May 2021 14:30:24 +0000

Whether they admit it or not, every person ever born wants to be loved. We long to know what it’s like to be completely accepted and treasured by someone, regardless of our flaws and failures. Sadly, that kind of perfect love cannot be found in this world. There’s only one place that perfect, unfailing love can be found, and it’s waiting for you right now. Do you know where to find it?

Words That Will Save Your Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 May 2021 14:30:03 +0000

If a sketchy person approached you on the street one night and asked you to go with him down a dark alley, would you go? Probably not! Why is it that we recognize that kind of danger immediately, but we so often get fooled by temptation? If only we had some kind of guidebook to give us the wisdom we need to make the best choices in life. Well, we do! It’s the Book of Proverbs, and today we discover how to use it to steer us away from sin and keep us on the path of life.

The Priority and Power of Worship

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 May 2021 14:30:37 +0000

There is an amazing secret in the Book of Psalms that has the ability to transform our entire perspective on the troubles and trials we all go through. Regardless of what you’re facing right now, this simple step will lift your eyes and heart to God and remind you that He is still in complete control over all the circumstances in your life. Will you trust Him with your struggles today?

Turning and Trusting – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 May 2021 14:30:11 +0000

The Bible tells us that those who trust in God are “blessed”. However, trusting in God during uncertain times can be difficult. Jeremiah 17 reminds us that God has provided us with everything we need to trust in Him and when we stay connected to Him during challenging times, God uses us to impact the lives of those around us and to ultimately bring Him glory. God is worthy and able to carry us through whatever journey we are on. Are you trusting in Him today?

Turning and Trusting – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 May 2021 14:30:58 +0000

In the book of Joel, God offers the people of Judah an opportunity to turn to Him despite their past sins and the judgement before them. He does this because of His great love. Even now, God offers us a similar opportunity. His love for us is great and He can change our hearts to desire Him more than anything else in this world. Is that your heart’s desire today?

The Secret to Being Fully Satisfied

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Apr 2021 14:30:46 +0000

If you’ve just finished your favorite meal and dessert and you’re completely full, the last thing on your mind is to go out looking for another meal. There’s no need to because you’re already satisfied. One reason we so often choose to sin is because we’re actually trying to fill an emptiness inside of us; an emptiness we believe will be filled by that sin. But there is only one way for us to ever be fully satisfied, and once you discover that, your life will never be the same!

If God Came to Live With You…

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Apr 2021 14:30:21 +0000

Imagine if God announced to you and to the world that His presence was going to come down from heaven and take up permanent residence in your house. How would that news impact your life? If you’re saved, God is already living in a place far more personal than your house. He’s living in you! This is an amazing truth that should fill us with awe and transform our entire future! Can others see that you are the temple of God and that He lives inside you?

What Do You Want from God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Apr 2021 14:30:16 +0000

If God said you could ask Him for any one thing and He would give it to you, what would you ask for? Solomon was actually given that opportunity, and he chose the wisest thing anyone could ever ask for — wisdom. We’re later told that all the people in Israel could see the wisdom of God in Solomon. As you and I go about our daily lives, can other people see God’s wisdom in our decisions, our pursuits and our words? We should ask God for wisdom so that His glory can be on display through us.

The Grace of Jesus in Our Moments of Doubt

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Apr 2021 14:30:12 +0000

The events of this past year have filled the hearts of many people around the world with fear. Some Christians feel ashamed that their faith has wavered during these difficult times. But in the Bible we see another group of people who were wrestling with doubts and fear, and we see the extraordinary grace that Jesus extended to them. If you’re struggling today, you need to come and receive the grace that Jesus longs to give to you.

The Fall of a King and the Mercy of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 14:30:35 +0000

David started out as a great king. He led the people with kindness and discernment, and he put all of his trust in the Lord. But none of that lasted. Like all of us, David was unable to live up the perfect Law of God, and his kingship was eventually tarnished by sin. Thankfully his sin did not mark the end of his legacy, because David threw himself on the mercy of God and he was forgiven. Where do you turn when you fall?

Don’t Put Your Hope in the Wrong Leader

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 14:30:58 +0000

We live in a world where leaders fail us on a regular basis. Pastors fall, elected officials betray us, and our heroes let us down. Even the greatest leaders at their very best are flawed. There is only One in whom we can totally place our trust. His kingdom will never fall and He will reign in truth and justice forever. If you put your faith in any earthly leader, you will be disappointed. Put your hope in Jesus. He will never fail you!

Letters from Jesus – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 14:30:10 +0000

If Jesus wrote a letter to your church, would you want to read it? If He took time to communicate what was right about your church and warn you about what was wrong, wouldn’t you want to know every word? Well, Jesus authored seven such letters to seven different churches, and at the end of each letter He said, “Whoever has ears, let them hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” Join us for this two part message as we examine these seven letters Jesus sent to New Testament believers.

Letters from Jesus – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 15:30:16 +0000

What Kind of Legacy Will You Leave?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 15:30:45 +0000

All of us will leave a legacy behind that will continue to live on after we are gone, and that legacy will either glorify God or it will glorify Satan. The choices we’re making today — our plans, our pursuits and our passions — are already shaping that legacy. Are we living each day with the big picture in mind to ensure that God will be honored through our life, and that He will continue to be honored even after we die?

Will You Defend God’s Honor?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:30:56 +0000

On our list of priorities, plans and life’s goals, how high have we placed “bringing honor and glory to God?” Is that even on our list? Is it something we ever think about? At critical times throughout history there have been moments when God searched for just one person who would stand up for Him. Sometimes He found that person. Sometimes He did not. Are you committed to standing alone for God, if necessary, and using your life to bring Him glory?

Learning to See How God Sees

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Feb 2021 15:30:34 +0000

Have you ever met someone for the first time and then discovered later that you had unfairly misjudged them based solely on what you saw? We tend to judge people by what we see on the outside, but God warns us that this is wrong. What matters most to God is on the inside, because who we really are flows out of the condition of our heart. So, are we more concerned with how we look on the outside than how we look on the inside?

Highlights From a Wasted Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 15:30:30 +0000

King Saul had it all. He was tall, handsome, popular and powerful. But while he may have looked like the perfect king on the outside, everyone soon discovered that he had no substance on the inside. His pride and lack of self-discipline caused him to ignore God’s commands and follow his own desires. Sadly, this became his downfall and led him to a life of rebellion and destruction. He should serve as a warning to all of us about the danger of disregarding God’s Word and going our own way.

Exchanging God for Other Things

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 15:30:56 +0000

Did you ever demand to get your own way, even against the advice of others, only to end up suffering the consequences of that poor decision later on? Sometimes we do the same thing with God. Instead of following His Word, we demand to go our own way, which always ultimately leads to trouble and heartache. Today’s message reveals what’s really driving us to act like that, and helps us learn how to avoid the mistake of exchanging God’s ways for our own.

God is Not Your Good Luck Charm

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Jan 2021 15:30:28 +0000

A spare tire. An insurance policy. A fire extinguisher. These are things we keep around somewhere in case of an emergency. Usually they’re out of sight gathering dust because we never think about them until something goes wrong. Sadly, some people treat God this way. They have no time for Him, but the minute trouble comes, they run and grab God like He’s some kind of good luck charm, begging Him to fix their problems. If this has been your view of God, there is a much better relationship he desires to have with you!

When God Goes Silent

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Jan 2021 15:30:00 +0000

One of the most disturbing verses in the Bible is: “The word of the Lord was rare in those days.” This was a period of history when God’s people had turned their back on Him, and God’s word was no longer heard. Because the people didn’t want to hear from God, they drifted in darkness for many years. Are you in a season of silence right now, wondering where God is? Has it felt like forever since the word of God has gripped your heart? Perhaps this message will be a timely encouragement to you today!

From Barrenness to Blessedness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Jan 2021 15:30:04 +0000

There are times in life when God allows us to go through seasons of barrenness. We feel emptied of the joy and hope we once knew. God uses these trials to test us and grow our faith, and if we will allow the hardships to make us better instead of bitter, God will bring us through to a place of blessedness once again, where we are much stronger than we were before.

The Believer’s Position in the Grace of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jan 2021 15:30:42 +0000

How many good works does it take to earn salvation? How clean do you have to make yourself before God will accept you? The fact is, salvation cannot be earned. Salvation is a gift from God, given out of His great love, mercy and grace to all who believe. It is only through faith in Christ Jesus that we can be transformed from death to life, from darkness to light, from hopelessness to having the unshakable certainty of eternity in heaven! Have you ever trusted in Christ to save you, or are you still trying to earn it?

Preparing for What’s Ahead

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Dec 2020 15:30:49 +0000

Most will agree, this past year was a challenge. No one could predict the kind of events and trials many have faced. But thankfully, none took God by surprise. Even before Jesus came into this world, God made it clear the kind of Savior He would be. It was His mission to save us and provide everything we need to not only survive but thrive among the trials and tribulations of this darkening world. Join us as we recognize the battles that wage war around us, and the weapons and strategies available to us to not only stand firm but even take back ground that may have been lost.

Christmas: The Wonder of WHY

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 15:30:00 +0000

For many people, Christmas is just another holiday. It has no more significance to them than New Year’s Day or Valentine’s Day. But the fact is, Christ’s coming into the world has eternal consequences for every one of us. Our sin had forever cut us off from God and put us under His wrath, and we had no way of rescuing ourselves. Christ came to save us from our sin and free us from the judgment of God, and that’s why we celebrate Christmas.

Christmas: The Wonder of HOW

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Dec 2020 15:30:04 +0000

If you and I had planned the birth of Jesus, we would have made sure He was born into a royal family, that He had the best medical care, the most comfortable surroundings, and that His birth was announced to famous, influential people. But God chose for His Son to be born into the lowliest of conditions, surrounded by poverty and hardship, and overlooked by almost everyone. In doing this, God was teaching us a life-changing lesson that will forever change the meaning of Christmas!

Christmas: The Wonder of WHO

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 15:30:48 +0000

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the rush of the Christmas season. We get caught up in shopping and decorating and cooking, and if we’re not careful, the true meaning of Christmas will get lost in it all. That’s why we must always stay focused on that baby in the manger and remind ourselves just who He is. Everything that matters in life emanates from Him, for He truly is God with us!

God Has Not Forgotten You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Nov 2020 15:30:23 +0000

After a year like 2020 it’s easy to have moments of anxiety, fear and panic, and even to wonder at times if God has forgotten you in the midst of all the chaos. Noah must have felt the same way during that long year when he was closed off inside the ark. Yet during that terrible trial, we read the beautiful words, “But God remembered Noah,” and we discover that he had never been out of God’s care for a single day! Whatever struggle you may be facing right now, take heart in knowing that God has not forgotten you!

God’s Light of Hope in Dark Times

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 15:30:50 +0000

Sometimes when life is at its worst and dark clouds are all around, you can be tempted to wonder if God has abandoned you. It was during a period just like this when a young pagan woman named Ruth put her faith in God and chose to follow Him. God drew her out of the darkness by His grace and literally changed the course of history through her. God is still looking for people who are willing to stand up for Him when no one else will. Are you that person?

You may also find this series on the Book of Ruth helpful: “Ruth – A Story of God’s Grace”

The Spiritual Collapse of a Nation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 15:30:44 +0000

How is it possible for a nation to be founded upon the Word of God, yet end up completely corrupted by sin and wickedness? The Book of Judges says this happens when everyone begins doing what is right in their own eyes. Any nation that abandons the moral absolutes of God will soon drift off course and become foolish in their thinking, and this will ultimately lead to their downfall. Has this already happened to America, and if so, how can we correct our course before it’s too late?

The Downward Spiral of Sin

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 15:30:36 +0000

No one ever thinks that sin will completely destroy their life. Sin usually starts out small, but it continues to grow until one day it has control over us and we find ourselves enslaved by it. Disobeying God in some small way today may not seem like a big deal, but it will eventually lead us to a destination we never intended to go! We must be alert to the small areas of disobedience in our life, and never be content to let them go unchecked.

The Call to Discipleship

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Oct 2020 14:30:58 +0000

When Jesus calls us to follow Him and become His disciple, He requires nothing less than a total commitment. He said that everyone who would follow Him must deny themselves, take up their cross and follow Him. We cannot negotiate the terms of this call. We must be willing to sign a blank contract and let Him fill in the terms later. Are you following Jesus with this kind of total commitment, or are you still holding some areas of your life back from Him?

You Can’t Follow God by Accident

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 14:30:23 +0000

How would God rate our service to Him right now? Is it a sincere, fully-devoted service, or are we still holding onto things that displease Him? Living a life of faithfulness to God will not happen by accident. It will only happen if we choose to put Him first every single day of our lives, and put to death every “idol” that is taking His place. Is there anything God has told you to get rid of that you are still allowing to reside in your heart?

Five Fools in America

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Oct 2020 14:30:10 +0000

No one likes to be called a fool. Sometimes that word is used in a hurtful sense to simply belittle another person, but there are five kinds of people that God actually does identify as fools. In the world’s eyes, these people may be successful, powerful, admired and influential; but in God’s eyes they are fools. Do you know what thoughts, attitudes and actions qualify a person as a fool, so that you can make sure you are not listed in that category?

When Victory is Followed by Defeat

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Oct 2020 14:30:41 +0000

Throughout history, many victories on the battlefield have been immediately followed by crushing defeat. This is a syndrome called Victory Disease. It is brought on when the euphoria of winning dulls the senses and creates a feeling of invincibility. The same thing happens in the Christian life. We’re standing one day and crawling the next. We must never let down our guard, especially in moments of triumph.

Seek the Lord While He May Be Found

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Sep 2020 14:30:27 +0000

How long can a person continue ignoring God and pursuing sin before judgement comes? Throughout the Bible we see the incredible patience of God towards those who keep turning away from Him. He gives them many opportunities to repent, but the clock is ticking on His patience, and one day it will end. Are you still running from God? Call on Him today before it’s too late!

The Danger of Living in Disobedience

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Sep 2020 14:30:58 +0000

“It’s just a small sin… it’s no big deal!” We are so quick to convince ourselves that God is willing to tolerate our sin, as long as we are still going to church, giving some money, and doing religious things. But even the smallest amount of known sin in our lives contaminates our entire relationship with God, just as a small amount of poison contaminates an entire glass of water. Are there areas of disobedience in your life that you have been tolerating? Bring them to God today!

Don’t Wait for a Better Time to Follow God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Sep 2020 14:30:03 +0000

It’s easy to follow God when you don’t have to risk anything; when you’re healthy; when you’ve got money; when there’s no trouble in sight. But God calls us to follow Him when our strength is failing; when there’s no money; when the path ahead is filled with obstacles. Has God already called you to obey Him in some area, but you’re waiting for a better time? Right now is the time to step out and follow Him by faith!

Don’t Let Your Sin Keep You From God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Sep 2020 14:30:42 +0000

If you’ve ever thought that God would never accept you because you have sinned too much, then you are believing a lie. Your sin, no matter how awful it may be, is no match for the blood of Christ! Today’s message shows us how a woman named Rahab, who was looked down on by everyone because of her sin, found forgiveness, salvation and hope because she believed by faith. Don’t let your sin keep you from God!

Following God in Days of Uncertainty

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 14:30:45 +0000

What do you do when some traumatic event has left you shaken, broken, and filled with worry? What do you do when the future looks so overwhelming that fear paralyzes you from moving forward? The same help that God gave to Joshua is available to you right now. Yes, you can continue following God, even in days of uncertainty!

An Extraordinary Response to an Intentional Encounter Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 16:00:53 +0000

Levi had left everything to follow Jesus and subsequently held a great banquet to introduce his friends to Jesus. Although Matthew may not have known everything about following Jesus, Matthew did understand that who he knew (Jesus) was more important than what he knew. Matthew found a way to bring hope to his friends. Are there people in your life who need to know the hope that Jesus brings?

An Extraordinary Response to an Intentional Encounter Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Aug 2020 16:00:13 +0000

As a tax collector, Levi was an unlikely candidate for the gospel. However, Jesus had a plan to further His Kingdom and that plan included Levi. When Christ came calling, Levi trusted Christ and obeyed Him. In these uncertain times, God is still calling unlikely candidates to trust and obey Him so that His name might be exalted. How is God calling you today?

Trusting God to the Very End

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Aug 2020 14:30:14 +0000

Imagine being told that you only had a few days to live. That would be very difficult for anyone to hear! That’s exactly what happened to Moses, and we can learn some crucial lessons from the way he responded to that news. Do we know what it takes to trust God so much that, like Moses, we will trust Him right up to the very end?

The Choice of a Lifetime

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Aug 2020 14:30:09 +0000

During our lifetime we make thousands of choices. Some choices, like which shirt to wear, have little or no significance; while other choices, like who to marry, will affect the rest of our lives. But the Bible says there is one choice every person on earth has to make, and the result will either bring you life or death. The decision seems simple, but many people choose wrong every day. How will you answer this choice of a lifetime?

Our Refuge from the Storms of Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jul 2020 14:30:49 +0000

If you’ve ever been caught in a blinding rain storm while driving, the first thing you want to do is find shelter. Mountain climbers trapped by blizzards stand very little chance of surviving in sub-zero temperatures unless they can locate a place of safety and warmth. But where do you go when the storms of life overtake you? Do you have a place of refuge you can run to where you will always find strength and hope?

Are You Headed Toward Spiritual Excellence?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jul 2020 14:30:37 +0000

If you were given the choice of living a mediocre life versus living an excellent life, you would most likely choose excellence. None of us want to live a mediocre life, but do we feel the same about our spiritual life? The Bible gives us some simple things we can begin doing that will lead us toward spiritual maturity and excellence, and you can start building them into your life today!

The Part of Worship We Tend to Ignore

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jul 2020 14:30:04 +0000

Out of all the commands God gives in the Bible, there is one in particular that people have a hard time hearing. Sermons about love, grace and mercy are welcomed, but any talk about money in the church is often met with resistance. God’s instructions about giving are not designed to constrain us. They will actually bring us freedom and joy! Are we willing to hear what God wants to teach us?

Destroying the Idols in Your Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Jul 2020 14:30:09 +0000

When God sent His people into the Promised Land, the first thing they had to do was to locate and completely destroy every place of idol worship. God knows that any temptation we leave intact in our life will entice us away from pure worship to Him. Are there any “idols” that you have set up in your heart that are disrupting your true worship of God?

How Far Do I Have to Climb?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Jun 2020 14:30:58 +0000

The most famous mountain in the world is Mt. Everest. People are drawn to it from all over the world, and more than 300 of them have died trying to reach the summit. But there is another hill just outside Jerusalem called the place of the skull or the hill of death. That is where Jesus died for the sins of the world, and in order to be saved, you do not have to climb that hill… all you need to do is bow at His feet and receive Him as your Savior.

Are You Committing Spiritual Adultery?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Jun 2020 14:30:12 +0000

Imagine a married couple saying how committed they are to each other, but then asking if they can still date other people. How disturbing that would be! Yet we often do the same thing as followers of Christ. We declare our total allegiance to Him while our hearts pursue idols of every kind. He has made it clear that He will not accept anything less than our total commitment. Are there any areas of your life that you still have not surrendered completely to Him?

Instructions for Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Jun 2020 14:30:40 +0000

Did you ever try to assemble a complicated piece of furniture without using the instruction manual? When you’ve got five screws and a hinge left over, you realize you should have followed the directions. Messing up a home project may be bad, but it’s nothing compared to messing up your life! God has given us the Instruction Manual for life, and if we choose to ignore it, we don’t stand a chance. So, what are you using for your directions?

When Will We Ever Learn?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 14:30:49 +0000

We have all probably experienced moments in life when we catch ourselves saying and doing certain things exactly the same way our parents did. It’s nice to know that we can pass down good traits, but none of us want to pass down sinful habits and destructive patterns. Today’s sermon challenges us to make sure we never repeat the sins and the failures of the past, but that we step out by faith and trust God into the future.

The Unseen Protection of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 May 2020 14:30:19 +0000

As a follower of Christ, there will be times in your life when evil forces will be plotting against you, but you will be completely unaware of it. Even now, Satan could be quietly planning attacks on you. But you do not need to be afraid, because the great news is that God is fully aware of Satan’s schemes, and He is already working behind the scenes to protect you and defeat the enemy. The plans of God cannot be destroyed by the evil one, and neither can you!

The Cure for the Curse of Sin

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 May 2020 14:30:49 +0000

Every religion around the world has a list of different things a person has to do in order to get to heaven. Some have to pray a certain number of times every day, others have to chant mantras, while others have to perform a lifetime of good works. And yet, none of those things can make us right with God. There is only one way to know for sure that our sins are forgiven and that we will spend eternity in heaven. Are you sure you’ve received the right cure for sin?

The Blessing of Being Thirsty

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 May 2020 14:30:15 +0000

Have you ever had to learn the same lesson more than once? Sometimes we fail to remember God’s blessings and provision from the past, and so new trials can cause us to doubt His faithfulness and provision. Our human tendency is to complain when we are in desperate need, but let’s learn instead that those very times are blessings in disguise. It’s in those moments that God has our full attention, because the struggles He has allowed to come our way cause us to run to Him!

Don’t Spend Your Life Going Nowhere

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 May 2020 14:30:11 +0000

Fear takes a devastating toll on our lives. It paralyzes us from following God and keeps us trapped in the wilderness of doubt. Fear arises when we magnify the problems and minimize God’s promises; but faith grows when we minimize the problems by magnifying God’s promises. Which one are you doing today?

Resting in the Finished Work of Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 May 2020 14:30:23 +0000

How good do you have to be for God to let you into heaven? Well actually, you have to be absolutely perfect! That’s really bad news for all of us. Leviticus shows us the long list of standards that God requires, but it also shows us that Jesus met all those requirements on our behalf, so now all we have to do is believe on Him and rest in His finished work, and that’s the best news we could ever hear!

An Invitation into the Forbidden Zone

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:30:01 +0000

There was a time when no one could even imagine the idea of entering into the presence of God. His holiness and power caused people to tremble in fear. But when Christ died on the cross as the final sacrifice for our sin, the way into God’s presence was opened up for anyone to approach Him through prayer. Are we making the most of this incredible invitation to come near to God?

Are You in the Light?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 14:30:46 +0000

Most of us would not feel comfortable being dropped in the middle of a forest at night with no flashlight. There is nothing fun about being lost in the dark! But this is even more true spiritually speaking. The Bible says we are either walking in darkness or we are walking in the light. Where are you?

Easter Fool or Easter Faith?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Apr 2020 14:30:39 +0000

Some people find it difficult to believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. To them, it fits in the same category as the Tooth Fairy or the Easter Bunny. So as followers of Christ, are we fools for believing that He actually rose from the dead and that He is still changing lives today, or is there solid evidence for the resurrection?

Nothing Can Separate Us

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 14:30:58 +0000

Hard times and trials are inevitable, but how can we know for sure that our commitment to follow Christ will continue to stand firm through those hard times? What is it that we can count on to hold us steady when the storms begin to blow? The Bible gives us the answer in three simple words. Every believer should make these words the foundation of their life and faith. Without them, we will surely fall.

Our Response to COVID-19

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Mar 2020 14:30:32 +0000

What a month this has been! The entire world has turned its attention to the outbreak of the Coronavirus, panic is widespread, cities look like ghost towns, and national economies are facing collapse. Times like these reveal what people have been trusting in for their sense of security and hope. Good health, a steady job and financial stability can all be gone in the blink of an eye, so make sure you are depending on the one thing that will never let you down.

The Bread that Satisfies Forever

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Mar 2020 14:30:58 +0000

Have you ever gone for a week or more completely forgetting to eat? Probably not. Our bodies crave nutrients and they tell us immediately when we need more. But consider how easy it is to go for days, weeks, or even months without ever eating spiritual food! Is your soul starving right now; feeling empty and aching for something this world cannot provide? Christ invites you to come and feast on the Bread of Life so that you will never be hungry again!

Restoring Your Broken Fellowship with God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:30:00 +0000

How would you react if you went in for major surgery and the doctor came into the operating room with filthy hands and rusty instruments? Just the thought of it is unsettling! While cleanliness is important in the physical realm, it is far more important in the spiritual realm. Even though we are already completely righteous through Christ, sin still hinders our daily walk, and it breaks our fellowship with God. Thankfully He has provided a way for us to be cleansed and to restore our communion with Him. Are you using this simple tool He has given us to constantly maintain your fellowship with God?

The Death You Should Have Died

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:30:36 +0000

Imagine being brought to trial for committing a horrible crime, and being given the death penalty. Then suddenly, someone jumps up and says they want to die in your place. The judge agrees, but orders you to perform the execution! Could you do it? In a sense, that’s exactly what we did to Jesus. It was our sin that put Him to death and made Him suffer God’s judgement! How often do we remember just how much He loves us that He would willingly die so that we could live?

Covered by the Mercy of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Feb 2020 15:30:14 +0000

No matter how well you did in school, there is one test you will never pass, even if you spend a lifetime trying. Because of our sin, none of us will ever be able to pass the standard of God’s perfect Law of holiness, and failure to do so brings death! We were doomed without hope until Christ came and fulfilled the Law perfectly on our behalf, and then He willingly took the judgement for our sins upon Himself. What amazing love! If you are still trying to earn your way to God, why not receive His mercy today instead?

But Take Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Feb 2020 15:30:14 +0000

Life in this world can be difficult. Jesus knew this better than anyone, and he did not try to paint an unrealistic picture for His followers. But He also puts these difficulties in proper perspective. When trials and sorrows come our way, we should remember what He says! Listen and be encouraged by the hope Jesus brings to those who remain in Him.

The Absence of the Presence of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 15:30:52 +0000

Imagine how amazing it must have been for the Israelites in the wilderness to know that the very presence of God lived just on the other side of the curtains of the Tabernacle. God, in all His power and glory, was… right there! But in time, they began to take God’s presence for granted, and their hearts turned away to idols. As a result, they lost His presence! Did you know that God still longs to dwell with us today, but He will not do so if we have any other “gods” before Him. Are we actively cultivating our hearts to be a pure, holy, welcoming place for God’s presence to dwell?

You’ll Never Be Good Enough!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Feb 2020 15:30:29 +0000

Ask a hundred people to tell you who in this world will make it into heaven, and most of them will say, “The ones who are good, who don’t get drunk or do drugs or lie or cheat or steal, the ones who go to church, the ones who keep the Ten Commandments…” In other words, they’re saying if you perform good enough, God might let you in. But, in fact, the Bible says we can never be good enough to get into heaven. Well, that leaves us in a pretty bad spot! So what are we to do? If no one can be good enough to get into heaven, then how do we get there? Listen to today’s message for a look at the Ten Commandments that may surprise you.

The Road to Sinai

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:30:55 +0000

It took only days to get Israel out of Egypt but it took years to get Egypt out of Israel. This study reviews the beginning of Israel’s wilderness wanderings from the crossing of the Red sea to their arrival at Mt Sinai. It explores new evidence found in the last few decades that suggests we may be wrong about the traditional location of the mountain where God gave the 10 commandments.

What More Does God Have to Do?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 15:30:05 +0000

“If God would just show me a miracle, then I’d believe!” So many people throughout the years have said these very words, but history has proven that even if God did show them a miracle, they probably still wouldn’t believe in Him. Have you ever demanded that God do something to prove His love for you? Do you find it harder to trust God and praise Him when life is difficult than when life is easy? If so, you may be basing your devotion to Him on your circumstances rather than simply on who He is. God has already shown us more than enough to know that He is good and that we can trust Him. Are you still asking for more?

When God Seems to Lead the Wrong Way

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jan 2020 15:30:23 +0000

So, there you are, faithfully following God, when all of a sudden you find yourself right in the middle of another trial! Have you ever wondered why God leads you into so many tests of faith? Today we find the Israelites trapped between an approaching Egyptian army on one side and the Red Sea on the other. Why did God lead them there? Does He not care about them at all? Even though there was an easier route, God brought them to this crisis in order to show His power. Could it be that the situation you are wishing would disappear right now is the very thing God wants to use to show His power and strengthen your faith?

Christmas Addresses Our Biggest Need

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 15:30:54 +0000

We were created to glorify God with every thought, every word and every action. But our sin has caused us to glorify other things more than we glorify God. As a result, we have lost peace with God, which robs us of peace within, which destroys our peace with others. That baby in the manger came to restore this broken peace with God so that we could once again have peace within and peace with others. and to give us a new heart that would desire to glorify Him above everything else. (Audio difficulties on this recording)

The Hope We’ve All Been Searching For

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 15:30:03 +0000

Our lives are fueled by hope. The decisions we make, the goals we pursue — in fact everything we do is driven by the hope that our efforts will make life better tomorrow than it is today. Often we search for hope in all the wrong places. We mistakenly think that we will find hope in a new relationship, or by having a particular experience, or if our current circumstances were different. But none of those things can ever give us hope. There is only one place hope can be found. Have you found it yet?

Our Desperate Need for Christmas

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 15:30:00 +0000

All human beings who have ever been born were created to love God. In fact, the greatest command of all is to love God, but instead, we have replaced that love for God with love of self. As a result, we no longer find delight in living for Him, but rather, we live for ourselves and willfully step over His boundaries. Since we are all sinful, it is impossible for us to restore our broken relationship with God on our own, so God sent His Son to do what we could not do, and to rescue us.

Looking Forward

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Dec 2019 15:30:46 +0000

Scripture promises a new heaven and a new earth for followers of Christ. Peter reminds us of how this promise should impact our lives today. The goals that we are striving for in the future will always impact our choices in the present. Knowing that we will one day see Christ should motivate us to live holy lives here and now. Are we looking forward to that day, and are we living expectant, intentional holy lives in light of it?

Discovering Your God-Given Identity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Nov 2019 15:30:35 +0000

Have you ever really asked “Who am I?” In Christ Jesus you are loved, forgiven, chosen, a new creation, not condemned, more than a conqueror, God’s workmanship, a work in progress, provided for, and victorious. You are who God says you are and you are unique, a friend of God who created you for a purpose and in Christ you have an identity.

Why Blood Was Required to Forgive Sins

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 15:30:49 +0000

Are you going to heaven when you die? How do you know that for sure? Do you think it’s because you’ve been a good person, or given money to the church, or because your parents were Christians? The truth is, none of those things will get you to heaven. There is only one way, and that is through the cleansing blood of Jesus Christ who gave His life as the required payment for sin. God’s judgement for sin is coming, and the only way you will be saved from that judgement is if you have applied the blood to your life.

Who Am I God, and Who Are You?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Nov 2019 15:30:52 +0000

Any life that is going to be used by God must be humbled and broken first. This is God’s process of showing us who He really is, and who we really are by comparison. But we fight against this process because we don’t want to be humbled; we don’t want to be broken. And so we continue trying to live in our own strength, by our own resources, and in doing so, we miss out on what God wants to do through us. Are you still resisting this work of God in your life?

Your Worst Can Become God’s Best

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Oct 2019 14:30:26 +0000

Anyone watching Moses during the middle years of his life would have concluded that he would never amount to anything. He was a murderer and a fugitive who ended up living in a desert. Surely he had completely ruined his chances of ever being useful to God. Yet, behind the scenes, God was using all these things to prepare Moses for one of the most important assignments in the Bible. Are there failures, fears or disappointments in your life holding you back? Those may be the very things God uses for your greatest service to Him in the days to come!

Upheld by the Providence of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Oct 2019 14:30:58 +0000

Are there situations in your life right now that have brought you so much pain or fear or discouragement that you are beginning to doubt God’s love and faithfulness? Do your prayers sometimes feel like they are falling on deaf ears? No matter how long you may have to wait for an answer, you can be absolutely certain of this: God’s providence is at work behind the scenes, orchestrating all things for His ultimate glory, and you can trust Him through it all.

The Faith that Sustains You to the End

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 14:30:29 +0000

It has been said that we will never truly know how to live until we have learned how to die. This simply means, unless our faith for what happens to us after death is firmly anchored in the truth of God’s promises, we will live our entire life filled with uncertainty and fear. So what are you counting on to get you through death? Your accomplishments, your money, your friends won’t do you any good when that time comes. There is only one thing you can trust in completely when life is over, and you either have it right now, or you don’t!

Where is God When Life Hurts?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 14:30:24 +0000

When life turns out differently than we had hoped, when our plans are dashed, when hardships and suffering come our way, we tend to say, “God, where are you?” This is because we are basing God’s presence and love for us on our immediate circumstances instead of on His Word. Joseph was a young man whose life was filled with trials, yet he continued trusting in God, even through the tears and pain. He could do this because he knew that, despite the trouble that came his way, God was with him, and He was using it all for His greater purpose.

The Gracious Wounds of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 14:30:20 +0000

At times in life we tend to go our own way instead of walking with God. In fact, sometimes we don’t just walk away from Him, we actually run! But if we truly belong to Him, He will not let us run forever. Often He will have to break us, wound us, in order to keep us from going astray and forgetting our dependence upon Him. These wounds might be painful, but they are really the marks of grace. They are proof that He knows us and loves us enough to keep us close to His side.

Finding What You’ve Been Searching For

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Sep 2019 14:30:24 +0000

Many people spend their lives searching for something to fill up the empty ache they feel inside. They look for fulfillment in relationships, career, money, status… yet they soon realize that those things are not the answer. That emptiness every person feels inside is there for a reason, and that’s because sin separated us from God and left us incomplete. There is only one way to satisfy that empty longing forever, and today’s message tells us exactly how.

God’s Love is Bigger Than Your Failures

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Sep 2019 14:30:12 +0000

Jacob had ruined his life. He had lied to and cheated his family, and now he was about to pay! When his brother threatened to kill him, Jacob fled for his life, and while running away from his sin, he ran straight into God! Surprisingly, God met Jacob in love, and it changed his life. Sometimes we also try to run from the consequences of our sin, but we must remember that God’s love is greater than our sin! He longs to restore us to Himself if we will just surrender.

Trusting God’s Word to the Very End

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Aug 2019 14:30:50 +0000

As we have studied the lives of Abraham and Sarah, we have learned many lessons from both their failures and their faith. But despite every setback and every obstacle, God’s plans prevailed, and ultimately they trusted God’s Word right to the very end of their lives. Can the same be said of us? Is our faith in God so secure that regardless of the problems that may arise, our trust in His Word will stand firm to the very end?

Children’s Day

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Aug 2019 17:54:28 +0000

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Today, we take a break from our typical teaching to focus specifically on our children and pray over their upcoming school year.

Put on the New Self

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 14:30:48 +0000

To be born again is to become a new creation. The old has gone, and the new has come. But the process of this transformation can take a lifetime to complete. A process to which we must remain committed until we are properly clothed for the wedding God is planning for His Son. The end result is that we will actually bear the image of Christ, the One to whom we have joined and with whom we have been raised to new life. Listen as we take a quick look at a few practical instructions concerning this process of transformation.

A Double-Minded Man

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Jul 2019 14:30:39 +0000

Have you ever wondered what this expression really means? Some Bible translations give a hint of the meaning behind “double-minded”, but they can still leave a lot to the reader to figure out. Listen and be encouraged as we explore the origins of this expression, and what the author was really saying when he used it in his letter.

What Would You Not Give Up for God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Jul 2019 14:30:13 +0000

When we give clothing, furniture or other items to charities, we typically give things that are old and worn; items that have lost their value to us. But what if a charity asked people to give their most valuable possession in the world? They probably wouldn’t receive a single donation. Today we look into an event where God asked Abraham to sacrifice the most beloved treasure he had. Abraham’s response is both shocking and inspiring, and it raises the question, “What would you not give up if God asked you for it?”

So Close But So Far Away

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 14:30:42 +0000

We cringe when we hear about the heir who inherited a fortune and squandered it all, or the person who was entrusted to carry on a famous legacy, only to soil the family name in disgrace. Sometimes people can literally be surrounded by things that others only dream of, yet fail to do anything worthwhile with them. Today we see a young man who grew up in the presence of God’s covenant promises, but he chose to mock it and walk away from it all.

What Gives God the Right to Judge Me?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Jun 2019 14:30:39 +0000

Maybe you’ve heard someone say, “If God is loving and kind, He would never judge anyone!” That may sound logical, but those same people cry out for justice and judgement the instant their child or spouse falls victim to a terrible crime. Their actions prove that wrong doing and evil must be judged. The lack of justice is, itself, wrong. Today we look at the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and see why judgement had to fall. But we also see that God’s desire to save is far greater than His desire to punish!

How Long Will You Wait for God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Jun 2019 14:30:10 +0000

Waiting. It is no one’s favorite thing to do. We wait in traffic, in stores, at doctor’s offices. We wait for our vacation days to get here, children wait eagerly for Christmas morning… it seems we spend a lot of our life waiting. But have you ever waited 24 years for anything? God promised that He would do certain things for Abram, but 24 years later, Abram was still waiting! Today we discover some things Abram learned through this experience that can help us in our own waiting.

When Hope Fades

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Jun 2019 14:30:29 +0000

Have you ever lost hope in something important? It’s a tough place to be that can cause us to make poor choices out of desperation. Abram and Sarai found themselves in that place, and they made a big mistake by taking matters into their own hands. But there is much to learn from it, and we should pay attention to what this historical account can teach us. Let’s prepare ourselves for those times when hope fades.

Biblical Unity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Jun 2019 14:30:21 +0000

Divisions, arguing and fighting have not only destroyed families, but churches, and even entire governments. The Bible says, “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” As the Body of Christ, we have been called to function together in oneness of mind and spirit, united by His Word. We must lay our own desires aside and put Christ above all, using our different spiritual gifts to make the Body whole and healthy.

Where Are Your Choices Taking You?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 14:30:23 +0000

It’s funny to watch two children staring at the last slice of pizza or the last piece of birthday cake, trying to decide who will get it. Even as adults, we find ourselves racing other people to the closest parking space, or arranging the details of a business deal to make sure we get better returns than anyone else. When we let our desires lead us instead of asking God for direction, we will never end up where He wants us to be. So, what is driving your choices in life right now?

Getting Back on the Right Path

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 May 2019 14:30:09 +0000

When we fail God, our first tendency is to hide from Him. But He graciously invites us to come back to Him so that He can restore us by His grace. When our relationships with people become strained, we prefer to avoid them, too. Days can turn into years, where even family members refuse to speak to each other, all because no one is willing to take the first step toward peace. Let’s follow Abram’s example. He humbled himself in order to resolve conflict so that God would be glorified through the situation.

Fears That Hide Our Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 May 2019 14:30:50 +0000

It sometimes seems easier to trust God with the big issues in life than it does to trust Him with our daily needs. When trials and fears build up, they often loom so large that they blind us from seeing the truth of God’s promises. In those moments, our faith crumbles and we rush to find immediate solutions rather than resting in God’s timing. Are there any areas right now where you are allowing fear to hide your faith and overshadow God’s truth?

When Trust Turns Into Trials

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 May 2019 14:30:59 +0000

Have you ever stepped out to follow God, only to discover when you got to where you were going, that it didn’t look anything like you thought it would? Has your obedience ever been followed by trials and testing? This is exactly what happened to Abram after he obeyed God’s call. It all started out very different than he must have imagined, but at just the right time, God fulfilled every one of His promises. If you are faithfully following God, but your life isn’t what you hoped for, keep trusting Him. He will not steer you wrong.

Don’t Stop Short of God’s Call

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Apr 2019 14:30:42 +0000

Growing up we were all taught the importance of finishing what we started. This is certainly good advice to live by, but it is even more important in our walk with God. Sometimes we leave things undone that God’s Word has already told us to do, simply because we don’t want to deal with them. We follow where God calls us, but only as long as we’re comfortable. A life lived this way will never see all that God has in store, but will, instead, have to be content with hearing the stories of great faith from those who chose not to settle for less.

Reactions to the Resurrection

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Apr 2019 14:30:08 +0000

The followers of Jesus all had different reactions to hearing the news that He had risen from the dead. One wanted to hold onto a feeling to be sure it was true. Others had to see it for themselves or be given physical proof before they would believe. We still struggle with similar reactions in our own Christian walk. Often our faith fluctuates based on how we feel, or by what we can see, but we must be sure our faith is anchored in something much deeper.

Allowing Suffering to Reveal God’s Glory

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 14:30:29 +0000

When we go through painful times of struggle or suffering, the one thing we want most from God is answers. We think that if He would just explain why He is allowing us to hurt so badly, things would be better. But the truth is, God’s explanations would only raise more questions. Answers are not what we need. Instead, we should pray for a fresh revelation of God’s greatness, because once we catch a glimpse of His greatness and glory, all of life and its struggles will be put into perspective, and we will be able to see that He is indeed in control and He knows what He is doing, even when we don’t understand.

Abandoning Our Towers of Significance

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Apr 2019 14:30:39 +0000

Every person ever born spends some portion of their life searching for significance, status, peace, identity, belonging, and a long list of things that they know are missing from deep within them. Sadly, we often try to build those things into our life through career advancement, relationships, pleasure, prominence and possessions, only to realize later that all the towers of significance we have constructed are empty. But there is one place where all of these things can be found in abundance, and you can discover that place today!

It’s Time to Stop and Build an Altar

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Mar 2019 14:30:30 +0000

The first thing Noah and his family did when the flood ended was to build an altar and give thanks to God for delivering them. Altars were piles of rocks that also served as reminders of God’s faithfulness to future generations. When is the last time you stopped and “built an altar” in some way to give God thanks for His goodness to you, or to serve as a memorial to your family of God’s faithfulness? Why not make time to do it this week. You’ll be amazed at the impact it will have on your life and on the lives of those around you!

How to Escape the Coming Judgement

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 14:30:02 +0000

God gave Noah a ridiculous command to build a massive ship nowhere near water and prepare to load thousands of animals on board. But as foolish as this command sounded, Noah obeyed everything God told him to do. Because of his faith in God and his obedience, Noah and his family were saved from the judgement that soon came and destroyed the earth. God’s judgement is coming again, and no one will be able to stand against it on their own. But God has already provided a Way of escape. Do you know how to find it?

A Call to Remember

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Mar 2019 14:30:25 +0000

Jesus greatly anticipated His last Passover meal with His disciples. The Passover meal itself was to remember something very important, and it was in this setting that Jesus announced to His disciples the New Covenant, one to replace the old, a covenant that would be confirmed with His own blood. Again and again Scripture tells us to remember what happened concerning the old covenant and to remember this new and better covenant that God now offers to us. Listen as we take a closer look at some of what Scripture tells us concerning these things we are to remember.

Walking with God in a Corrupt World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Mar 2019 14:30:14 +0000

Are you outnumbered by people at work, at school, or even at home who don’t share your faith? Is your environment filled with foul language, immoral behavior and jokes about Christianity? You’re not the first person to stand for God in an evil world. Today we discover one man who stood out from everyone on earth because he chose to walk daily with God rather than be numbered with unbelievers, and we still remember his name to this very day! Keep standing firm right where you are. God sees and He will remember you!

All Roads Do Not Lead to God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 15:30:48 +0000

Someone once said all roads lead to God, and it doesn’t matter what we believe as long as we are sincere. That is not true at all. The Bible says there is only one way to God, and that is through faith in Jesus Christ. If we try to attain a right standing with God by any other means, even by doing things like worship, praying, or giving money, we will be rejected if our heart is not right with Him. We must first come to God by faith, trusting in the blood of Christ for salvation. So, have you ever come to God the way He has said we must come?

Are You Still Hiding from God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 02:07:32 +0000

Satan enticed Adam and Eve to sin against God, and the first thing they became aware of was their nakedness. Their shame forced them to cover themselves and go into hiding from God’s presence. Sin still causes us to do the very same thing today. It strips us bare and leaves us feeling shame and guilt, so our first instinct is to hide from God. But just as God came calling for Adam, He is calling for us to come and be forgiven and clothed by Him. Are you willing to come out of hiding into His presence?

Flirting with Temptation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Feb 2019 15:30:05 +0000

God created the perfect world for man and woman to enjoy, along with everything they could ever want. But He also gave them the freedom to choose whether or not they would obey Him. Sadly, they abused this privilege by choosing to sin, and soon found their entire world collapsing around them. We, too, have the choice of following God’s commands and enjoying His pleasure, or pursuing temptation and suffering the painful consequences. What choices are you making today?

The Day Man Met His Match

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Feb 2019 15:30:21 +0000

Explorers, sailors and hikers have described the feelings of isolation and fear from being lost and completely cut off miles from all human contact for days, or even weeks. But imagine if you were the only person on earth! Adam knew what that was like for a short while, until God created a partner for him, and that’s the day he met his perfect match. God is the creator of relationships, so He has more to teach us than anyone. Are we following His instructions in our relationships?

We Are God’s Image Bearers

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 07 Feb 2019 23:31:48 +0000

God created all the animals, birds, fish and plants after their own kind, but He made human beings in the image and likeness of God. Every day, in every situation, wherever we go, whatever we’re doing, whatever we’re saying, always remember that we are bearing the image of God! We are His representatives to the world, reflecting His image to others. Are they seeing the best possible picture of God in us? Is the image of God in us so beautiful that it draws people to Him, or drives them away? This is a wonderful privilege we’ve been given, and also a great responsibility.

Don’t Forget Who’s in Charge!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Jan 2019 15:30:49 +0000

In our country, citizens can vote leaders in or out of office, but in days of old when kings ruled, they had absolute authority over their entire domain. Everyone who lived within the king’s domain were his subjects. The Bible begins in Genesis 1 with an amazing display of God’s power and authority, letting us know that He is King over everything. From the smallest ant to the biggest galaxy, all creation obeys His voice. But do we? Do our thoughts, our words and our actions give evidence that God is the ruler of our lives, and that we are living in subjection and obedience to Him?

In the Beginning, God…

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Jan 2019 15:30:34 +0000

To believe anything in the Bible, you must believe the very first verse in the Bible. A person who does not believe Genesis 1:1 will never believe the rest of the Bible. This opening statement declares boldly that there is, in fact, one true God who has existed forever, who created everything, and who therefore owns everything, including our lives. This single sentence, “In the beginning, God created…” makes it clear that we are not here by random chance; that our lives do have extraordinary meaning, value and purpose, and that there actually is a higher Authority to whom we must answer. Have you ever come to terms with this truth?

How the Bible Defies the Odds

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jan 2019 15:30:26 +0000

Take 40 people to the library and tell them to choose any books they want. Some people must choose more than one so that there are 66 books in all. What are the odds that all 66 books would be in agreement and form one continuous story? It is statistically impossible! The 66 books of the Bible were written by 40 authors from diverse backgrounds, living over a period of about 1,500 years, and yet when all 66 books are brought together, they form one complete, unified story from beginning to end. This is just more evidence confirming the Divine authorship of this amazing Book.

Can We Trust the Bible?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jan 2019 15:30:05 +0000

Do you believe the Bible is really a supernatural book inspired by God? If so, why do you believe that? Is it just because that’s what you were taught growing up, but you’ve never examined it for yourself? Are you absolutely certain that the Bible is true and trustworthy? Today we explore some of the amazing historical and scientific evidence that demonstrates the Divine authorship of this incredible Book, and you’ll have even more reasons to know that you really can trust the Bible!

Straining Forward

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 15:30:18 +0000

Whether it’s a new year or a new day, our thoughts and conduct should have one focus… “forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead”. These are some of the words the Apostle Paul writes to believers on how we should pattern our lives. Join us for this encouraging message of hope for those who choose to walk in this way.

The Gift of Peace

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 24 Dec 2018 22:00:31 +0000

In December 1914, several countries were engaged in one of the bloodiest battles the world had ever seen. But they reached a stalemate and could not advance any further. The troops dug trenches and continued to lob artillery at one another. Then something unexpected and amazing happened on Christmas Eve. Both sides began to sing “Silent Night”, and as their voices filled the cold night air, peace filled their hearts, and soon they met in the middle to shake hands as friends and brothers. Jesus is the only One who can bring true peace into our troubled lives. Do you know this peace?

The Gift of Salvation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 15:30:30 +0000

You have probably received some strange gifts at different times in your life; things that ended up in a closet or in the attic because you simply had no use for them. But once in a while you get a gift that seems perfectly suited for you. When Jesus came into the world, He brought us the costliest, most thoughtful and most practical gift ever given — the gift of salvation. It is the one gift you cannot afford to live without, or die without! He is offering it to you today. Have you ever received it?

The Gift of Comfort

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Dec 2018 15:30:35 +0000

For many people, Christmas is their favorite time of the year. They enjoy fireplaces, hot chocolate and gatherings with family and friends. But for others, Christmas is the most difficult time of the year. For them it stirs painful memories of a broken relationship, or a loved one who is no longer alive. When Jesus came into the world, He brought us the gift of comfort. If you’re hurting today, you don’t have to suffer alone. Jesus longs to give you this gift of comfort!

The Gift of Hope

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Dec 2018 15:30:55 +0000

If we’re not careful, it’s easy for all our hopes and prayers to revolve around us. “God, please take away these problems… give me more money… a happier marriage… a nicer house…” While there’s nothing wrong with having hopes and dreams, we often fail to realize that our greatest needs are actually much deeper. Jesus came to give us a brand new kind of hope, one that truly satisfies and lasts forever! Is your hope in Him?

Communing with God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 15:30:08 +0000

Often we read how we are to behave and what we are to do as followers of Christ. How do we find the power and inspiration to do it and continue when it gets difficult? The key is keeping in constant contact with the Father. It’s by communing (praying) and reading His Word.

A True Disciple Invests in Eternity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 15:30:29 +0000

We have each been given a brief span of years on this earth. During our lifetime we can choose to invest our thoughts, our time and our treasures in the things of this world, or we can choose to invest them in eternity. Jesus said if we live for earthly things, we will actually miss life altogether, but if we live for Him and the gospel, we will discover what true life really is. So, when you take an honest look at your life, where are you investing yourself?

A True Disciple Makes Disciples

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 15:30:12 +0000

In church circles, we often repeat Jesus’ command to “Go and make disciples.” We’re familiar with the phrase, but what about the meaning? What does it mean to be a disciple? And how do we go about making disciples? In our culture today, we more often use the title of “Christian” than disciple, but does it convey the same meaning? Listen as we unpack these powerful words of Jesus, and take a glimpse at what’s included in this final imperative from Him.

A True Disciple Lives by Godly Convictions

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 07:56:53 +0000

“Renounce your faith in Christ and live, or else you will be put to death!” Countless believers have had to face that decision over the centuries. How would you respond if you were given that choice? Would your faith stand firm or would it crumble? The time to determine that is not then; it’s right now. What biblical convictions are you building into your life now that would enable you to walk through such a moment of crisis? Without those convictions in place, we will never be able to even live for Christ, much less die for Him!

A True Disciple Walks in the Spirit

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Oct 2018 14:30:36 +0000

Have you ever prayed, “God, I’m sorry for that sin. I promise I’ll never do it again!” You sincerely meant those words, and you were more determined than ever to do better, but even your most valiant attempts to live a holy life always leave you frustrated and defeated. There’s a good reason we continue to fail in our efforts to live for God, and the Bible tells us how to break these patterns of defeat. By ourselves, we are incapable of living holy lives, but the Spirit of God in us can! Are you allowing Him to live His life through you?

A True Disciple is Filled with the Spirit

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Oct 2018 14:30:26 +0000

When we are saved, the Holy Spirit comes to live inside of us. His role in our lives is indispensable, and yet He is the least acknowledged and least appreciated person of the Trinity. If we truly understood all that He does for us every moment of every day, and the devastation our lives would be in without His convicting, teaching, guiding and empowering, we would appreciate Him far more, and we would long to be filled with Him continuously. Today we learn how we can be filled with the Spirit, and what that actually means.

A True Disciple is Obedient and Loving

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Oct 2018 14:30:51 +0000

We all have our own ideas of what love is, but the Bible provides the only true definition. It tells us that we cannot just say we love God and love others; our actions must back up our words. We prove our love for God, not by talking about it, but by obeying His commands. And we prove our love for others, not through words, but by serving them and sacrificing ourselves for them, just as Jesus did for us. If we don’t obey God, we don’t love Him. If we’re not serving others, we don’t love them. So, how is your love?

A True Disciple is Saved and Surrendered

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Sep 2018 14:30:50 +0000

The first mark of a true disciple is that he is saved. Jesus said there are many people doing religious things in His name, yet they will be turned away from heaven because they were never really born again. But salvation is just the first step. Once we’re saved, we cannot continue to run our own lives. We must turn over the throne of our heart to Him, surrendering everything to His leadership. It is difficult to give up control, but the truth is, our lives will never make sense or be fulfilling until the One who made us is completely in charge.

You are the Light of the World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Sep 2018 14:30:27 +0000

If you light a candle in a room that is already filled with light, the candle will not make any difference. But light that same candle in a totally dark room, and the darkness will disappear. The Bible tells us that we live in a world of spiritual darkness, and that we are to be a light in that darkness. Our light was never meant to be kept inside the church. It was meant to be taken into the dark world. Is there anyone in your circle of influence who could use your light right now?

You are the Salt of the Earth

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 14:30:31 +0000

The next time you reach for the salt, stop and think about something. Salt doesn’t do any good if it is left inside the salt shaker. It has to be poured out to be of any use. The same is true of us. As followers of Christ, He has called us to be salt to the world around us, which means we need to actually come in contact with unsaved people. And when we do, what affect should “our salt” have on them? Today’s message explores some of the powerful ways Christ can influence others through us.

Proclaiming the Lord’s Death

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Sep 2018 14:30:09 +0000

No one ever celebrates when someone they love dies. Yet the Bible tells us to proclaim, to give thanks for, even to rejoice in the death of Christ. Why? Because it was His death on the cross that paid the penalty for our sin and made us righteous before God. His death gives salvation and eternal life to all those who put their faith in Him. Whenever we take the Lord’s Supper, we are proclaiming His death — we are preaching the Gospel — and that is the greatest message we could ever share.

Blessed are Those Who are Persecuted

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Aug 2018 14:30:47 +0000

There are many wonderful promises in the Bible that we should all become familiar with, but there is one promise that none of us really want to think about. Jesus promised that everyone who followed Him would be hated and persecuted by the world. While most of us have never been subjected to any kind of physical persecution, if we are truly living for righteousness, we will most certainly experience rejection, slander, and even hatred at times for our faith. This is one of the marks of a true believer. Is it evident in your life?

Blessed are the Peacemakers

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Aug 2018 14:30:17 +0000

Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” There is no greater honor than to be called a child of God, so what does it mean to be a peacemaker? And more specifically, what does Jesus mean when He speaks of peace? Listen as we take a closer look at this word “peacemaker”, how the children of God are to know this kind of peace, and how we are to promote it among a world separated from God.

Blessed are the Pure in Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Aug 2018 14:30:59 +0000

What are the requirements for gaining entrance into the kingdom of heaven? Church attendance won’t get you there, nor will giving money or being a good person. The only way we will ever be accepted by God is to have a pure heart, but the bad news is, none of us can attain a pure heart through our own efforts. We must have our hearts washed clean by the blood of Jesus. That alone will put us in a right standing before Him. Have you ever believed in Jesus for the forgiveness of your sins, or are you trying to earn it yourself?

Blessed are the Merciful

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Aug 2018 14:30:34 +0000

Deeply ingrained in every human heart is a desire for justice. This is part of the image of God that has been imprinted on our nature, but because of sin, our desire for justice has been distorted. It now lurks inside us, keeping track of all the ways other people have offended us, and constantly demanding that they pay for what they’ve done. But rather than seeking revenge, Jesus said His followers should be quick to show mercy by forgiving the debts of others, even if they don’t deserve it. After all, God forgave us of all our sin, and we did nothing to deserve it!

Blessed are Those Who Hunger and Thirst

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Jul 2018 14:30:12 +0000

Imagine being lost alone in a vast desert with no food or water. After several days your body loses all strength and you know that you can’t survive much longer. You would give everything you own for even a sip of water or a small bite of food. This is the kind of intense hunger and thirst Jesus said we should have for righteousness. It should be our first desire and a lifelong pursuit so that our lives will bring Him glory. What are you pursuing above everything else?

Blessed are the Meek

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 14:30:56 +0000

Of all the virtues people aspire to in life, meekness is rarely one of them. We don’t elect politicians who are meek. Corporations don’t look for meek CEO’s. Yet Jesus, the greatest leader who ever lived, was described as “meek and lowly in heart.” The Bible says that meekness will be one of the identifying marks of a follower of Christ. But what exactly is it, how does one obtain it, and how is it displayed in the life of a true believer?

Blessed are Those Who Mourn

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Jul 2018 14:30:08 +0000

We do everything we can in life to avoid sorrow and grief, but there is a certain kind of mourning the Bible tells us we ought to do. We are called to take the reality and wickedness of sin seriously and mourn over it. Our hearts should be broken over our sin, knowing that it grieves the heart of God. This kind of godly sorrow is good and right because it leads us to repentance, which in turn, leads us to joy and comfort and peace with God.

Blessed are the Poor in Spirit

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Jul 2018 14:30:48 +0000

Gaining entrance into heaven cannot be earned by our own efforts or goodness. We become part of God’s kingdom only when we recognize and admit that we are totally bankrupt spiritually, and that we are utterly dependent upon God’s mercy and grace to save us. Being poor in spirit is not a quality the world admires, but everyone who humbles themselves in this way and receives the forgiveness of the cross is blessed by God with the promise of eternal life.

Bruised Reeds and Smoldering Wicks

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Jul 2018 15:30:20 +0000

At some point in life, every believer will go through seasons when they feel bruised and beaten down by trials. During those times, discouragement can cause our spiritual fire to dwindle and almost burn out. How wonderful to know that Christ has promised He will never break a bruised reed or snuff out a smoldering wick! He comes to the weakest of us with mercy and grace, gently lifts us up, and lovingly restores us to himself again.

Don’t Worry

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Jun 2018 15:30:13 +0000

Anxiety and fear are relentless. These are two of the enemy’s most popular weapons that he uses against us. Unchecked fear can keep you in bed for hours past what is healthy or wise. Anxiety can keep us up at night and also show us a fiery anger in unkind speech and hurtful attitudes. Today’s message touches on how we as believers in Christ are not to worry. We are to to remember that if God takes care of the ravens of the air, as well as the lilies in the field, how much more than those are we to Him that He will take care of us.

Hidden Gems in Scripture

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jun 2018 21:01:27 +0000

66 Books but one unified message. The Bible is not a random collection of myths but a skillfully designed message from our Creator. This sermon will take you through just one of many gems that will strengthen your confidence in God’s Word.

Nuggets of Truth

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 21 May 2018 00:41:16 +0000

Listen as Moose Keller shares some nuggets of truth from his many years of walking with the Lord.

Waiting on the Lord: A Mother’s Story

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 May 2018 15:00:14 +0000

Hannah was barren for many years until God heard her cry out to Him. He answered her prayers, and Hannah gave birth to one of the greatest prophets Israel ever had. Like Hannah, we should pray without ceasing with confidence that He will hear our prayers.

The Two Greatest Commandments

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 May 2018 15:00:07 +0000

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it. Love your neighbor as yourself.” — Matt. 22:37 This is the only acceptable attitude we can have towards God if we truly want to be set apart and used by God to make a difference in this world; loving not as the world loves but loving as God loves. It is the foundation upon which everything we do for Christ must rest. If you have a desire to make a noticeable difference in this world for Christ, it will be through your love for others.

Our Redeeming God and His New Covenant

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Apr 2018 15:00:37 +0000

Starting with the fall of Adam and Eve, we see clearly the sobering consequences of sin. To know the truth is to know that our God is unchanging about sin. He is holy and righteous, and our sins cannot be overlooked. But God has provided a way for us to be saved from our sins. He offers this path of salvation through a new covenant; the Messianic Covenant. We either accept this new covenant and abide by the terms, or we reject it altogether and choose our own path; a choice that Jesus described as leading to destruction. Join us as we uncover the truth about God’s New Covenant offer, and the reason it is described as such good news!

Our Faithful God of Covenants

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Apr 2018 15:00:21 +0000

If we want to really know God, then we must gain a better understanding of “covenant”. When God establishes a binding relationship to His people, He does it through offering a covenant with them. Listen as we begin to unpack the meaning of covenant and take a closer look at God’s covenants with His people.

Our Unchanging God of Righteousness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Apr 2018 15:00:03 +0000

In order to understand our need of freedom from sin, we must first understand our God. Many know He is a God of love, but He is also a God of righteousness, and our knowledge of these two qualities must be kept in balance. Listen as we take a look at what Scripture tells us about our righteous God, including an eye-opening glimpse at some of His righteous acts.

The Resurrection Changes Everything

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Apr 2018 14:30:03 +0000

We spend our entire lives trying to keep death at a distance, but still, death is coming for all of us. And death isn’t even the worst news, because after death comes the judgment! So what hope do we have in the face of such frightening events? When Jesus died on the cross and rose to life again, He conquered sin and death, and everyone who trusts in Him will be forgiven of their sins and given eternal life. They will then be able to face death and judgment without fear! Have you trusted in Christ to save you?

The Body of Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Mar 2018 14:30:34 +0000

It’s easy to forget the context in which the New Testament writers, and Jesus himself, taught us about taking part in the Lord’s Supper. In examining the context more closely, it becomes clear what Jesus was communicating to His followers. Listen as we take a closer look at the heart of what Jesus was passing on to us to not only remember through our knowing, but to also remember through our doing.

What Happens When the Church Prays?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Mar 2018 14:30:44 +0000

Prayer… Christians talk about it, preach about it and write books about it, but how much time do we actually spend praying? We have so many resources at our disposal that prayer has become a last resort. The early church prayed like their lives depended on it, and as a result, God moved in powerful ways! The church today has lots of activity, but very little power, and we will never have that power until we get back on our knees.

Are You Winning the Spiritual Battle?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Mar 2018 14:30:58 +0000

Whether we ever think about it or not, there is a fierce spiritual battle being waged against us, and if we do not fight this war with the tools God has given us, we will give in to temptation and become victims of Satan’s attacks. Our enemy is powerful, and we cannot possibly stand against him in our own strength. But although he is strong, our heavenly Father is stronger, and we must look to Him for protection and victory. So, are you winning or losing this battle?

Are You a Debt Collector?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Mar 2018 15:30:03 +0000

There’s a lot of debt collecting taking place in the world, and not just the financial kind. When someone hurts us, we tend to hold that person in debt, convinced that they owe us something, and demanding that they pay us back for the wrong they’ve done. But Jesus says we must release others and forgive them, just as our heavenly Father has canceled our debt and forgiven us. So, are you a debt collector or a debt releaser?

Are You Really Depending on God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Feb 2018 15:30:34 +0000

When our refrigerators are stocked with food, our closets are full of clothes, and we receive a steady paycheck, it’s hard for us to believe that we are totally dependent on God to provide our daily needs. But the Bible reminds us that everything we have comes from Him. Remembering this is vital to maintaining a healthy dependence on Him and being content with what we have.

Is God’s Will Your Will?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Feb 2018 15:30:34 +0000

The next time you see a toddler throwing a tantrum because he doesn’t want to obey his parents, just remember that we all come into the world demanding our own way. None of us really want to submit to anyone else. We sometimes even try to get God to agree to our plans rather than surrendering to His plans. But when we can pray “Your will be done” and truly mean it, we will begin to discover God’s very best for our life.

Our God of Restoration

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 15:30:12 +0000

Whose Kingdom Are You Building?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Feb 2018 15:30:43 +0000

We’ve all heard the phrase “Your kingdom come” since we were little kids, and it might mean nothing more to us than just words in a prayer. But it is much more than words. It is a life to be lived. How do people see and experience God’s Kingdom? They do so through us. When we live each day surrendered to the rule and reign of God as our King, others will be touched by His truth and love, and the kingdom will continue to expand.

Do You Know Who You’re Talking To?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Jan 2018 15:30:10 +0000

How do you come to God in prayer? Do you see Him as a distant being who probably has little or no personal interest in you, or perhaps as a stern boss you are reluctant to approach? The opening line of the Lord’s Prayer teaches us the correct view we must have of God. He is our loving Father, but He is also the holy God of heaven, and in that, we find both the comfort and the confidence we need to pray.

Living in View of God’s Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Jan 2018 15:30:10 +0000

Life is short and the world is filled with trouble as a result of man’s sin, and we all feel the impact of that. Is there somewhere we can turn to find true, lasting love and satisfaction that can actually make us rejoice and be glad regardless of what is going on around us? The world promises satisfaction, but it never lasts. Only the Bible has the answer. Have you found it yet?

Living in View of Eternity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 15:30:10 +0000

The Bible tells us repeatedly that our lives are very short, and it urges us to live out our brief days wisely. In view of that reality, the looming question is, what are we doing to guarantee that our time on this earth will matter for all eternity? We begin this new year by looking at the extraordinary wisdom found in Psalm 90, and we learn how to count our days so that we can make sure our days will count.

The Thorns of Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Dec 2017 15:30:10 +0000

God gave Paul a thorn in the flesh to keep him humble and to teach him valuable truths that he would never otherwise have learned. When Paul accepted this hardship, God used it in powerful ways. God also allows trials to come into our lives to stretch our faith, to deepen our love for Him, and to make us more cognizant of the needs of others. Are you allowing this process to take place in your life?

How Christmas Changes Your Future

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Dec 2017 15:30:10 +0000

Joseph and Mary would never have planned for their lives to turn out the way they did. They wouldn’t have chosen all the hardship, criticism and inconvenience that the birth of this Baby brought into their lives. Yet they willingly accepted God’s plan because they surrendered their future to Him. Becoming a follower of Christ means that your future is not your own. Are you willing to accept whatever that may bring for His glory?

How Christmas Changes Your Present

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Dec 2017 15:30:10 +0000

Does the birth of Jesus actually make any difference in our lives today, right here and now in our present circumstances? Yes, it does! When Jesus came into the world, He was “God with us”, and because God is with us, every moment of our lives is radically different. Because of His abiding presence, we can face the confusing, troubling situations of life without fear, knowing that He will never leave us or forsake us.

How Christmas Changes Your Past

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 15:30:10 +0000

Matthew begins his gospel by listing the genealogy of Jesus, and he includes people in that list who did some very evil things. Why would Matthew want to highlight the dirt instead of sweeping it under the rug? Because he wanted us to know that the forgiveness Christ came to bring is available to everyone, regardless of their past. Have you ever brought your past to Jesus, or are you still carrying it all by yourself?

Giving Thanks for God’s Goodness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Nov 2017 15:30:10 +0000

We use the word “good” to describe all kinds of things from food, to events, even the weather. It has become such an overused and common word that when the Bible describes God as being good, it doesn’t really impact us. Yet if we stop to truly consider all the ways God’s goodness has transformed our lives, we will be overwhelmed with thankfulness for who He is and for all He has done for us!

Life Goes On . . .

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Nov 2017 15:30:56 +0000

After winning such a stunning victory over their enemies, the people were once again faced with the realities of life. Taxes were raised, new enemies came along, and there were more battles to be fought. The peace they enjoyed was only temporary. All this was a reminder that the peace man works for doesn’t last. True lasting people can only be found in Jesus Christ. Have you ever brought your troubled heart to Christ to find peace?

Remembering God’s Deliverance

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Nov 2017 15:30:18 +0000

We humans are very good at forgetting things, and the more time that passes, the easier it is for old memories to fade away. This is why God told His people constantly to stop and remember what He had done for them, and to pass those memories on to future generations. When is the last time you intentionally stopped to remember and celebrate something good God had done for you or your family? Why not do it today?

When God Turns the Tables

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 14:30:34 +0000

On the very day that Haman had planned the destruction of the Jews, the tables were turned and the Jews gained victory over their enemies. In much the same way, Satan plotted and planned the destruction of the Son of God, and all hell celebrated when He hung dying on the cross. But on that very day, the tables were turned and Christ triumphed over His enemies, bringing salvation to all who believe in Him.

The Joy That Only God Can Bring

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Oct 2017 14:30:26 +0000

Whenever Satan rules a city, or a family, or a heart… it is always filled with darkness, sorrow, brokenness and despair. But the moment God steps in, it is transformed into light and joy and wholeness and hope! God takes our ruins and restores them; He takes our rags and clothes us in His robes of righteousness. Have you ever experienced this amazing transformation in your life?

God is Working Behind the Scenes

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Oct 2017 14:30:33 +0000

The king turns his favor toward Mordecai and Esther, and evil Haman is hanged on his own gallows. But was it really Esther’s cleverness that brought all this about? No, once again we see that God was lining these events up long before Esther spoke a single word. And the same is true in our lives. Even when God seems absent, He is actually at work behind the scenes, moving in ways we cannot see, and in this we take great comfort!

The Miraculous Providence of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 14:30:26 +0000

As you go through the mundane events of your daily life, are you aware that the providence of God is at work in you and around you in every circumstance, encounter and decision? God is working for you, or in spite of you, to bring about His ultimate will so that He may be glorified, and so that you will be conformed into the image of His Son. You can find rest in knowing that regardless of what you are going through, God is in control of it all.

Trusting God Into the Unknown

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Sep 2017 14:30:57 +0000

It’s easy to “say” we would follow God anywhere, but it’s a whole different story when He actually calls us to step out into the complete unknown and follow Him by faith without having a clue how things are going to turn out. Doing so requires us to relinquish control of our lives and trust that whatever God brings about is ultimately best. Are you willing to trust God that way?

Choose Who You’re Going to Be

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 14:30:50 +0000

In a world of more than 7 billion people, it is easy to feel that your life has no significance to God. But as we look through the Bible, we do not see God using hundreds or thousands of people to bring about His plans. Instead, we see Him using individual men and women. God is still looking for just one willing person to stand up and say, “God, I choose to be identified with you. Please use my life for your glory.” Will you be that one?

Overlooked But Not Forgotten

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Sep 2017 14:52:49 +0000

When you’re faithfully living for God but still facing hardships, it can be disheartening to see evil people prospering all around you, seemingly untouched by adversity. In those moments, it’s easy to feel forgotten by God. But take heart—God has not abandoned you. Even when it seems like evil is winning, remember that God is always at work behind the scenes. One day, He will bring justice and make all things right. Hold on to that hope, knowing that your faithfulness will not go unrewarded.

God Uses Imperfect People

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 14:30:21 +0000

Most people have only heard the Sunday School version of Esther, where she is described in almost perfect, fairy tale terms. But Esther’s life was far from perfect. Like all of us, she started out struggling, learning and growing in her faith. In time, God took that imperfect young girl and used her in great ways. And in that story, we all find the story of our own lives, and we can thank God that He still uses imperfect people like us!

The Man Who Ruled the World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Aug 2017 14:30:14 +0000

King Ahasuerus was once the most powerful man on earth. He threw a party for six months to proudly display the vastness of his kingdom and wealth. But where is this great man now? He is dead and gone. Yet 2,500 years later, our God still sits enthroned in heaven, unmoved and unshaken by all the so-called great leaders who have come and gone. Don’t be impressed by earthly power. Put your trust in God alone!

Restoring Broken Things

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Aug 2017 14:30:07 +0000

It is amazing to see how a skilled artist can take broken pieces of glass and carefully assemble them into a stained glass window to create a beautiful work of art. This reminds us how we were once broken and shattered by sin, but Jesus restored us into something beautiful by His grace, and now our lives can reflect His glory!

Finding What Only Christ Can Give

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Aug 2017 14:30:50 +0000

We all spend our lives searching for many things, and what we don’t realize is, our deepest search is a craving for what was lost in the fall of man. But that missing piece can only be found in one place, and that is in Christ. While the world can satisfy our longings for a short while, only Christ can give us the grace, love and peace we so desperately need. Has your search led you to Christ?

Choosing to Trust in God’s Control

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Aug 2017 14:30:40 +0000

Do you trust God? The real answer to that question is found, not in what you say, but in how much of your life you are still trying to control. This is actually a symptom of pride, because you are telling God you can handle things without Him. God asks us to place our lives under His control, and trust in His wisdom instead of our own. When we do, we will begin living the way He designed us to live, and we will be the recipients of His promised care.

Are You Following the Right Leaders?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 14:30:13 +0000

Ask different people what they think about pastors and you’ll hear everything from, “I love my pastor” to, “They’re all a bunch of phonies!” How is it that church leaders have earned such a wide range of responses from people, and what standards can you use to determine whether you are being led by the right kind of leaders?

Finding Hope When Life Hurts

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 14:30:04 +0000

It is often hard to see beyond the struggles and heartaches of this life to imagine that anything good could actually be at work in them behind the scenes. Why would God allow these things to happen if I’m honestly trying to follow Him, and how can I find any hope in the midst of such deep sorrow? Take heart, God is in control, and you truly can find hope when life hurts!

Sticking Together in Hard Times

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Jul 2017 14:30:43 +0000

As we face the trials and hardships of life, we must not face them alone. Some Christians think they can separate themselves from the Body of Christ and still survive, but the notion of individual Christianity is not found anywhere in the Bible. Peter gives us vital instructions on how to stick together when life tries to tear us apart, and when we do, our lives will bring glory to God. Make sure you are not trying to do life alone!

How to Face Trials and Temptations

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Jul 2017 14:30:54 +0000

What do you do when the trials and temptations of life feel overwhelming? Is there someone you can turn to or some place you can go to find hope and help that will get you through those moments? Today’s message teaches us an important biblical principle that will not only help us be prepared before those battles come, but will give us hope long after those battles are over.

What Suffering is Designed to Do

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Jul 2017 14:30:50 +0000

Human reasoning would have us believe that if God really loved us, He would protect us from all pain, heartache and suffering. It is vital, then, that we do not face the hardships of life with human reasoning, but rather, with the mind of Christ. What attitude did Christ have when He endured all the physical and emotional suffering that came His way, and what can we learn by having that same attitude?

Questions & Answers

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Jun 2017 14:30:20 +0000

God’s truth is wonderful to hear and be encouraged by, but it is even better to apply those truths to real situations. This session builds on the principles we established the previous week by applying them to real questions that a lost world is asking. Listen as we go step by step and discuss how to respond to those questions in a thoughtful and Christ-honoring way which communicates not only the Truth of God, but also the Heart of God.

Engaging a World that is Hostile to Your Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Jun 2017 14:30:25 +0000

Every now and then, you will come across someone who feels the freedom to be confrontational when they find out that you are a Christian. They may ask you a loaded question or raise an objection that challenges your beliefs. This message is designed to encourage you with some key reminders about the awesome God you worship and the solid foundation on which your faith rests. It will also help you to be more thoughtful before responding in those highly charged encounters. Lastly, it will remind you that our Lord Jesus was also confronted by a hostile culture, and we can look to His example of how to respond with humble, quiet confidence.

Can We Be Saved Without Baptism?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Jun 2017 14:30:26 +0000

Some people say that if a Christian is not baptized, he will not go to heaven, but is that really what the Bible teaches? Did Christ’s death on the cross provide everything necessary to wash away our sins, or are the waters of baptism necessary to wash away the rest? Today we tackle a controversial verse in 1 Peter and discover that it really isn’t that difficult to understand after all.

What the Gospel Means For Us

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 May 2017 14:30:50 +0000

When we were little kids, there were certain stories we loved hearing again and again. They never got old, no matter how many times the book was read to us. What about the Gospel story? Have you grown tired of it yet, or does it become more wonderful each time you hear it? Once we come to understand and appreciate exactly what Christ has done for us, this is one story that will become our favorite of them all.

Living a Life That Raises Questions

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 May 2017 14:30:17 +0000

If Jesus is Lord of your life, people around you will begin asking questions about why you live the way you do. In those moments, you don’t have to know every answer about Christianity. You don’t need a seminary degree. You just need to tell them your story — how Jesus has changed your life and given you hope. Yes, it’s true, your simple story can bring hope to others and help point them to Jesus!

A Love That Changes Everything

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 May 2017 14:30:27 +0000

It is human nature to strike back when someone hurts us, but Christ calls us as His followers to respond with love and blessing instead. This kind of love startles people; it pierces them and affects them deeply because it allows them to experience a first-hand encounter with Christ. But responding this way not only blesses others, it also brings promised blessings to us! Is your life showing this kind of love?

God Who? Loved What?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 May 2017 14:30:49 +0000

John 3:16 is a significant passage for everyone. Do you understand it the way it was originally intended, or has the original meaning been lost to modern cultural and social thinking? Do you believe the same thing that Christians from the first century did?

The Influence of a Godly Husband

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Apr 2017 14:30:04 +0000

It is a common joke in our society that men don’t understand women, but the Bible commands husbands to live with their wives in an understanding way. Men, how hard are you working to really know your wife and treat her with the honor God says she deserves? And are you aware of the consequences that await if you fail to do so?

The Influence of a Godly Wife

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Apr 2017 14:30:28 +0000

The Bible instructs wives to submit to their husbands, but surely that’s an outdated idea in our modern, enlightened society! Is this still God’s plan? If so, why is it so difficult to carry out, are there limits to submission, and how will God bless a marriage when a wife chooses to trust Him in this area?

Why Easter Matters On Monday

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Apr 2017 14:30:25 +0000

The resurrection of Jesus Christ not only provides hope for us beyond this life, but it also provides peace and strength for our lives right here and now. We can face each day with the certainty of knowing that the risen Christ is Lord of all, and that every moment is under His conquering care.

Our Source of Strength in Suffering

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Apr 2017 14:30:29 +0000

How do we face moments of suffering when we know that we simply do not have the strength or the wisdom to make it through? We must recognize that Christ has already provided everything we need for those moments, and it is by His power and righteousness that we can face whatever trials may come our way. Are you facing life’s difficulties in His strength or in yours?

The Surprising Benefits of Suffering

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Apr 2017 14:30:10 +0000

No one likes to suffer. We don’t even like minor inconveniences. But the Bible makes it clear that suffering is part of God’s plan for the Christian life. So the real question is, how will you respond to suffering when it does come? Peter gives us a blueprint to follow and shows us that there are actually some surprising benefits that can come from our moments of suffering.

The Beauty of God’s Authority

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Mar 2017 14:30:02 +0000

There is, in all our hearts, a rebellion against authority. We see it in everyone, from the infant who screams when she doesn’t get her way, to the old man who still cheats on his taxes. We don’t like anyone ruling over us, but we were created to live within the boundaries of God’s authority. Is there still rebellion in your heart; areas where you are determined to go your own way? Surrender those to God, find joy under His authority, and you will finally discover true freedom!

A Life That Draws Others to Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Mar 2017 14:30:01 +0000

The most powerful argument for the truth of Christianity is not the argument of theology. It is the argument of a transformed life. God has given us the privilege of being His representatives to the world around us. Are people drawn to the beauty of the Gospel by the way we live our lives each day? Do they want to know Him because of what they see in us?

The Risk of a Lifetime

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Mar 2017 20:29:29 +0000

Some of the most thrilling entertainment are death-defying stunts. However, the terms “Adrenaline Junkie” and “Fool” can often be applied to the same person. Is it possible to risk your life for something and not be labeled a fool?

Our Glorious Privilege as Christians

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Mar 2017 15:30:20 +0000

Why did God save us and then leave us here? Is it just to sit through boring church services every Sunday; give part of our hard-earned paycheck away; obey a long list of religious rules, and be forced to serve in the children’s ministry? Well, if that’s your view of the Christian life, we’ve got good news for you! God has a much more noble purpose for your life than that, and you’ll discover it in today’s message.

Growing Up in Our Salvation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Feb 2017 15:30:46 +0000

It has been said that everyone ages, but not everyone matures; everyone grows older, but not everyone grows up. The same is true spiritually. But God’s desire is for us to grow up spiritually; to mature in our walk with Him. Are you pursuing God with an intentional, passionate hunger that will feed you spiritually and cause you to grow and mature in your faith?

Loving Like We’ve Been Loved

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 15:30:43 +0000

“I love you.” Those three words are spoken millions of times every day, but we all know that it is much easier to say those words than it is to actually live them out. Yet the Bible calls us to extend ourselves in love to others the way Christ extended Himself in love to us. He poured Himself out, holding nothing back. That seems like an awful lot to ask! Is that even possible, and if so how are we supposed do it?

Living For the One Who Died For Us

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Feb 2017 15:30:37 +0000

Our salvation is worth far more than silver and gold. In fact, all the riches in the world would never be enough to buy it. So how can we possibly repay the One who came and died in our place to save us? There is one way. We can live for Him. So, are we living our lives in a way that reflects our gratitude to the One who gave His life for us?

What Is Your Salvation Worth?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Feb 2017 15:30:11 +0000

How much do you value your salvation? Did you know that your salvation is so glorious and so wonderful that the Old Testament prophets spent their lives trying to understand it all, and even angels long to know more about it! How would we live differently if we truly understood what our salvation was worth?

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Jan 2017 15:30:55 +0000

Let’s face it, life can sometimes be very hard. Suffering and pain can leave us wondering whether God really cares about us at all. Surely if He loved us, He would never let this happen! So how do we navigate our way through trials? How do we make sense of suffering? Today’s message provides some truths that will be anchors for you the next time the storms of life blow your way.

Can I Lose My Salvation?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 15:30:34 +0000

Have you ever flown standby? You’re always left wondering if you’re going to get a seat on the flight or not, and it can make you feel anxious and uncertain. Sadly, this is how many Christians see their relationship with Jesus. They live every day in constant fear, wondering if they’ve lost their salvation. If that describes you, listen to this message and discover what the Bible says about your eternal security.

Don’t Forget Who You Are

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Jan 2017 15:30:37 +0000

Although we may know the truth, suffering and trials can sometimes give us a kind of spiritual amnesia and cause us to turn inward and become self-focused. In those times, we need to be reminded that God has not abandoned us, and that there is still a bigger mission beyond our present circumstances. If you are in a place like that right now, this message will bring clear direction and renewed hope to you!

Prince of Peace

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Jan 2017 15:30:49 +0000

Look at the news headlines any day of the week and you’ll see a world filled with terrorism, war, hatred, violence and fear. Yet sometimes the worst kind of turmoil and unrest can be found in our own lives! We say we’re saved, but we have no peace in our heart. Isaiah promised that Christ would be our Prince of Peace. Do you truly have His peace today?

Christmas Eve 2016

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sat, 24 Dec 2016 22:00:22 +0000

The birth of Jesus would have been very different if you and I had arranged the details. We would have chosen a better place for Him to be born instead of an unsanitary stable. We might have chosen a different time in history, a different city, even different parents. But God knew exactly what He was doing when He chose such lowly circumstances, and our lives are forever changed because of it.

Everlasting Father

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Dec 2016 15:30:54 +0000

In the deepest part of our hearts, we all long to find endless love. Songs and books have been written about it, movies have been made about it, and yet none of us have ever known a perfect, unbroken endless love from another person. But the Bible tells us about a love that will never come to an end, not even when we die. Have you ever received this gift of everlasting love?

Mighty God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 15:30:33 +0000

Exactly who was that baby born in Bethlehem? Was He really sent from heaven, or was He just an ordinary man, and what difference does it make either way? The Bible calls Him the Mighty God. If that’s true, then the consequences for not believing in Him are enormous! What decision have you made about that baby in the manger?

Wonderful Counselor

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Dec 2016 15:30:57 +0000

The stress of our daily lives and the uncertainties of the world in which we live can leave us filled with fear and despair, and even the best counselors will admit they don’t have all the answers. But Jesus, whose birth we celebrate at Christmas, was called the Wonderful Counselor. He not only cares about all our troubles, but He knows exactly what to do about them because He is the very embodiment of wisdom and knowledge. Have you talked with this Wonderful Counselor lately?

Why Are We Seeking Jesus?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Nov 2016 15:30:44 +0000

The feeding of the 5000 is considered a major transition point in Jesus’ ministry. Crowds of people came to him, seeking him, wanting to learn more about this man who was doing these miraculous things. But after the feeding of the 5000, people stop following him and actually many turn away. Why do they do that? Why don’t they continue following him?

Responding to God’s Blessings

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Nov 2016 15:30:26 +0000

There’s no denying it — God has blessed us beyond belief! We have received so much from His hands. But why? Why has He blessed us and what are we supposed to do with those blessings? Are we supposed to keep them all for ourselves, or does God have a bigger purpose in mind? Once we learn this important principle, we will discover the real definition of what it means to be blessed.

Remembering God’s Blessings

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Nov 2016 15:30:07 +0000

Humans are forgetful by nature. We forget where we put our car keys, we forget birthdays, appointments, people’s names… but far too often we also forget God’s blessings to us. We either complain about what we don’t have or we become complacent with what we do have. The Bible instructs us to always remember God’s blessings and goodness to us, and to give Him thanks, regardless of our circumstances. How often do you remember?

Recognizing God’s Blessings

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Oct 2016 14:30:12 +0000

How many blessings have you been given? Our first reaction to that question might be to think, “Compared to whom?” But regardless of our circumstances, we are the recipients of more blessings than we could possibly imagine. God’s goodness to us never ends. He continuously blesses us with countless physical and spiritual blessings in every area of our lives. If we would just open our eyes, we would see that we truly are blessed beyond belief!

Are We Broken?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Oct 2016 14:30:39 +0000

It is far too easy for us as Christians to be so occupied with Christian activities and to surround ourselves with other Christians that we actually forget about the lost people all around us. But if we are living like Christ, we will not only be a friend of sinners like He was, but we will have a broken heart for the lost like He did. What is it that breaks our heart? Is it ever broken for the lost?

Are We Faithful?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Oct 2016 14:30:35 +0000

We all know about the Apostle Paul and the astounding ways God used his life, but do we know the man who stood up for Paul when no one else wanted him, and who actually put Paul in a position to be used by God? The truth is, God’s work is not sustained and enriched by the prominent people in the spotlight, but by the mostly unknown men and women serving faithfully behind the scenes. Are we willing to be that person?

Are We Led by the Spirit?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Oct 2016 14:30:11 +0000

“Don’t worry, I know where I’m going!” Have you ever said that to anyone in the car, and then you ended up getting lost? It’s one thing to be on the wrong road while driving, but it’s a far more serious thing to be on the wrong road in life. How do we find direction for daily decisions? Is there anything more reliable to go on than just our feelings or how things look, and if so, how do we discover it?

Are We Praying?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Sep 2016 14:30:30 +0000

What is the greatest resource the church has? Is it gifted preachers? Entertaining programs? Abundant finances? Best-selling books? No, it is none of those things. When the early church was facing threats from the powerful Jewish leaders and the mighty Roman empire, they used the only resource they had — prayer, and that one resource alone was more powerful than every tool the church uses today!

Are We Bold?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Sep 2016 14:30:16 +0000

Have you ever wondered why people use the name of Jesus as a curse word 2,000 years after He lived and died? Why do they never curse using anyone else’s name? It’s because all the powers of darkness are trying to stamp out the very name of Jesus! In fact, they are trying to rid the world of Him completely. In a time when the voices of evil are growing louder and stronger, we need to stand boldly for Jesus!

Are We Devoted?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Sep 2016 14:30:40 +0000

Ask people to describe their church and see how many different answers you get. “We have a beautiful building… we have awesome programs… it’s a lot of fun!” But when we look at the very first thing the Bible says about the church, we see a totally different description. They were people who were devoted to the right things. So the question is, are we also devoted to the right things?

Are You A Christian?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Sep 2016 14:30:32 +0000

The word “Christian” in our day carries with it an assortment of meanings; someone who believes in God, someone who goes to church, musical style, etc… But where did this term actually come from, and what does it even mean? Does it apply to you today?

Encounters With Jesus Testimonies

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Aug 2016 14:30:08 +0000

We close this series by hearing testimonies from people in our church family who have encountered Jesus in various struggles and trials. It is encouraging to see how Jesus is still touching lives and setting people free!

You Refuse to Come to Me

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Aug 2016 14:30:48 +0000

Jesus told the most religious people in Jerusalem that even though they diligently studied the Scriptures, they still did not have the very life of which the Scriptures spoke. How is that possible? It’s possible because we can read the Bible, go to church and do all kinds of religious things, yet still completely miss Jesus! You may be religious, but have you ever come to Jesus to find the life, forgiveness and hope that only He provides?

Dying to Encounter Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Aug 2016 14:30:18 +0000

Two criminals were crucified beside Jesus; one on His right and one on His left. One of them cursed Jesus and was plunged into hell, but the other one cried out for mercy and was given eternal life in heaven. All of mankind is pictured in those two criminals. We will all die on one side of Jesus or the other; either rejecting Him or receiving Him. Which one are you? Are you ready to face eternity?

Disappointed With Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Aug 2016 14:30:17 +0000

Have you ever felt disappointed with Jesus? Have there been times when you cried out to Him for help, but He didn’t show up the way you prayed and hoped He would? We must learn that His delays always have a purpose, and in those times when we cannot see the power of Jesus, we must continue to trust in the person of Jesus. Although He may delay, He always knows what He is doing and He knows what is best!

Do You Want to Get Well?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Jul 2016 14:30:18 +0000

Surely no one would ever walk up to a sick person and ask if he really wanted to get well; unless the one asking the question knew that this person had deeper issues that first needed to be dealt with. Even as Christians, we can get stuck in ruts of sin or excuses that keep us immobilized, and sometimes we prefer to just stay there. Are there any ruts in your life that you need to get out of?

Allowed to Suffer for God’s Glory

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Jul 2016 14:30:19 +0000

We sometimes grow impatient or even angry with God if He allows pain and sorrow into our lives. We question His love for us and wonder why a good God would ever allow us to hurt. But we must realize that we exist for one reason only, and that is bring glory to God; and whatever methods He may choose in order to be glorified through us are right and good. Have you ever come to terms with this vital truth?

Evidence of a Thankful Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 14:30:41 +0000

Have you ever looked down on someone because of their sinful lifestyle? What that actually reveals is that we do not understand what awful sinners we ourselves are. Today we look at a man who didn’t think he was a sinner, and a woman who knew she was, and how her awareness of her great sin caused her to express extravagant thankfulness to Jesus.

The Sinner Who Went to Heaven

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Jul 2016 14:30:09 +0000

When a person is saved, how long should it take for the evidence of that to show up in their life? How about the same day! Regardless of how sinful our past may be or how little we know about the Bible, the moment we are saved, we become a new creation, and the evidence will be visible in us. Today we witness the life-changing encounter one man had with Jesus, and we see how his life was instantly made new! Have you had this encounter with Jesus?

The Religious Man Who Went to Hell

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jul 2016 14:30:48 +0000

“I’m not a bad person.” This is the response many people give when asked why God should allow them into heaven. But believing that we are good enough for heaven will actually send us to hell! No amount of religion or good deeds can ever save us. This only happens when we see our sin and admit our need for a Savior. So, are you good or are you saved?

Follow Me

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jun 2016 14:30:34 +0000

“Follow Me.” This is the call Jesus extended to four simple fishermen along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Little did those young men know what that call would entail, but their obedience forever changed their lives and ultimately changed the world. How do you respond when Jesus calls you to put Him above everything and everyone else and follow Him wherever He may lead?

Satisfied In Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 14:30:13 +0000

C.S Lewis wrote in Mere Christianity; “If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world”. We have hopes, dreams, and expectations in life. But what happens when those dreams, hopes, and expectations aren’t fulfilled. Do we react like a 3 year old whose balloon just popped, or is there something better to ground us as we experience the ebbs and flows of life?

Sustained Through Humility

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jun 2016 14:30:19 +0000

Jesus Christ is a great man. He is wise, compassionate, gentle, approachable, loving, caring. As a man he is top of the charts for a potential husband. He is the Son of God and is one with his Father. His bride, the church, is made up of people, but what kind of people? And how does Jesus show his love for his bride?

Starts With Brokenness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 14:30:39 +0000

The first marriage we see appearing on the pages of scripture is that of Adam and Eve. Why does God give careful attention to how Eve came from Adam? And what is God telling us about marriage through the beginning of Adam and Eve’s relationship?

Remember Those Who Haven’t Heard

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 May 2016 14:30:07 +0000

An estimated 97% of the world’s population has heard of Coca-Cola, yet more than 25% have never heard of Jesus. As we celebrate the fact that we have been privileged to hear the good news of the Gospel, may we remember all those outside our walls who have never heard, and may we long to share the good news with them so that they too may know.

The Story

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 May 2016 14:30:33 +0000

Jerry McCorkle, Executive Director of Spread Truth Ministries, shares how the amazing 5-minute video called The Story came about, and how God is using it to reach millions of people around the world. Listen to this powerful testimony and discover how you can use this simple tool to spread the Gospel right from your phone! Watch the video here: http://viewthestory.com/lifepoint

Reaching Our City

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 May 2016 14:30:47 +0000

What if an entire church left the comfort and convenience of their air-conditioned auditorium on a Sunday morning and took their service out into different parts of the city to carry the Gospel to others? Today, LifePoint Church begins the first of many outdoor services in our goal to reach our city for Christ, because He never told the church to sit and wait; He sent them to go and tell!

Influential Mothers

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 May 2016 14:30:50 +0000

Throughout history, God has used certain individuals in powerful ways for the furtherance of his Kingdom. In this message, we review the stories of 5 men and how the Lord used the influence of their mothers to shape them in their ministries.

Can I Know For Sure That I’m Saved?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 May 2016 14:30:23 +0000

We live in a world that is increasingly opposed to any notion of absolute truth, to the point where anyone who claims to be absolutely certain about truth is considered by many to be arrogant. So can we really know anything for sure? John closes his letter by reminding us that we can indeed know with total certainty that we are saved. Do you have this assurance of salvation?

Can I Know God Without Knowing Jesus?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Apr 2016 14:30:23 +0000

The most outrageous claim the Bible makes is that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven. What an offensive, closed-minded thing to say! But what if it’s true, and what evidence can you examine to know for sure? Today we explore this claim to find out if believing in Jesus really matters.

God’s Love Came to Us

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:30:22 +0000

God showed us what love looks like by sending His Son into the world to save us while we were still in our sin. He took the initiative and came to us without waiting for us to come to Him. And now we have been called to take His love and truth into the world to those who do not know Him. Are we taking the initiative to love others the way He loved us?

Does It Really Matter What We Believe?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Apr 2016 14:30:03 +0000

Does it really matter what we believe, or is it good enough just to believe in “something”? The Bible warns us not to believe everyone who claims to speak for God, because although they may stand behind a pulpit and teach from the Bible, there are many false prophets who are leading people astray. So how do you know if what you’re hearing is the truth or not? Join us today as we find out.

Love Is Not a Feeling

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 14:30:30 +0000

Fish are known for swimming. Birds are known for flying. What are Christians known for? This question brings many different answers depending on who you ask, but the one thing Jesus said we should be known for is our love. John said if we don’t love others we’re guilty of murder! Today we take an honest look at our own lives to see if we are truly loving others the way Jesus loved us.

Easter Hope

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Mar 2016 14:30:31 +0000

Hope is an absolutely essential part of life. Where there’s hope, there’s a will to carry on. But on that first resurrection morning, there was no group more hopeless and defeated than the followers of Christ. Even the empty tomb did not convince them. It was only when they saw their risen Lord that their lives were transformed and they were filled with an unshakable hope. Do you know this resurrection hope?

Never Forget

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 14:30:51 +0000

There is a tendency in human nature to take for granted the sacrifices that have been made for us during our lifetime. We often forget the blood of the patriots who gave their lives defending our freedom. We often forget the martyrs who gave their lives defending the Gospel. But are we also guilty of forgetting the greatest sacrifice ever made for us when Christ gave His life on the cross?

Will a True Christian Keep On Sinning?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Mar 2016 14:30:20 +0000

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Are You Following the Right Christ?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Mar 2016 15:30:36 +0000

Just because someone teaches from the Bible, does that mean they are teaching the truth? John warns us that there are many “antichrists” already among us, and some are inside our churches! How can we identify these people to make sure we are not following false teachers, and how can we know for sure that our own faith is real and not counterfeit?

Where is Your Love Taking You?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Feb 2016 15:30:12 +0000

John says we have to make a choice: either we can love the world or we can love God, but it is impossible to love both. We cannot love the sinful ways of the world and have God’s love in us at the same time. It’s one or the other. He also warns that our lives will end very differently based on what we choose to love. So where is your love taking you? Are you living for the here and now, or are you living for eternity?

Encouragement for Every Believer

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 15:30:43 +0000

As we face the struggles and uncertainties of life that often come our way, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, alone and afraid. In those times, we can find great encouragement by remembering the things that are already true of us in Christ. If you are facing difficult times, let these truths from God’s Word be the encouragement you need to find renewed hope and strength for the future.

Are You Undergoing the Change?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Feb 2016 15:30:51 +0000

There are certain chemicals which, when combined, produce tremendous change. Once they come in contact with each other, they cannot stay the same. In a similar way, a genuine encounter with God always produces change. John says if we claim to have had an encounter with God, but our lives have not been radically changed as a result, then we do not really know Him. Does your life show proof of this change?

What You Heard from the Beginning

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Feb 2016 15:30:12 +0000

As John the Apostle writes to his beloved children in Ephesus, he desires to stir their hearts into remembering their beginnings; when they first believed in the Lord Jesus for salvation; when they first received the gospel in faith. But why is it so important to be reminded of our beginnings in the gospel? Do we have any control for how much the gospel affects us now compared to when we first believed?

The Cure for Our Greatest Problem

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 15:30:04 +0000

The world has tried every imaginable way to end war and crime and hatred and violence, yet despite all their best efforts to bring lasting peace to mankind through education, politics and money, nothing has changed. And nothing ever will change until we recognize and admit that our greatest problem is sin, and our greatest need is a Savior.

The Need for Authentic Christianity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Jan 2016 15:30:15 +0000

The early church faced persecution from its inception, but after a few decades, a new enemy appeared that was even more deadly. False teachers arose from within their own ranks and began to destroy the church from the inside. John wrote this letter to give clear ways to distinguish false doctrine from authentic Christianity. Does your life show evidence of these marks of a genuine believer?

Practical Steps to Spiritual Growth

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Jan 2016 15:30:17 +0000

Have you ever admired a professional athlete at the top of their game and thought, “I wish that could be me. They’re so lucky!” But luck has nothing to do with it. What we fail to realize is that anyone who achieves great things in life has invested years in training, hard work and sacrifice. The Bible says if we want to grow in godliness, we will have to discipline ourselves to get there. Are you willing to pay the price?

Our Highest Goal for the New Year

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jan 2016 15:30:36 +0000

What would you do differently if you knew you only had one year to live? This is not a hypothetical question. What if you really knew your life would end one year from today? What plans would you change, what relationships would you mend, what values would you embrace? Now, imagine the kind of difference your life could make if you started living that way today!

The Response to Christmas

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Dec 2015 15:30:54 +0000

When Jesus was born 2,000 years ago, people reacted in very different ways to Him. Some were threatened by Him, like King Herod. Others, like Simeon, welcomed His arrival. And Jesus still evokes the same two responses today. People either reject Him or receive Him, and which one you choose will make all the difference in your life. How have you responded to Jesus?

Christmas Eve 2015

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 24 Dec 2015 22:00:02 +0000

Why would the King of heaven choose to enter the world in such lowly circumstances; born in a stable to an unwed teenage mother, welcomed only by shepherds who were among the lowest people in society? Because Jesus came to be a Savior for all people… for ALL people… and that includes you! This Christmas, rejoice in knowing that His love extends to all those who are willing to receive Him.

The Preparation for Christmas

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Dec 2015 15:30:00 +0000

As we rush all over town preparing for Christmas, have we ever stopped to consider all that God did to prepare mankind for the coming of His Son into the world that first Christmas so long ago? The lengths God went to may surprise you, but even after all that, most people still rejected Him. What about you? In all your preparations for Christmas, have you prepared your own heart to receive Him?

The Need for Christmas

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Dec 2015 15:30:39 +0000

What is the greatest need in the world today? Is it a stronger economy, better government, less war? While those things are important, they pale in comparison to man’s greatest need, and that need was met in the One who came that very first Christmas so long ago. That Baby in the manger was the Savior of the world who came to forgive our sins and restore our broken relationship with God. Have you ever recognized your need for Christmas?

Remembering God’s Faithfulness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 15:30:18 +0000

Today we stop and look back over the years to remember God’s faithfulness to us as a church family. It is astounding and humbling to see just how good God has been to us along every mile of our journey, from the very first day until now. Join us as we give thanks to our gracious heavenly Father for His unending faithfulness to us.

While We Were Still Sinners

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Nov 2015 15:30:33 +0000

Who would you die for? Most of us would be quick to say that we would die for our children, our spouse, and perhaps even a small select group of others; but that’s the easy answer. Would you die for a murderer? Would you die for a rapist? Would you die for a member of ISIS? The fact is, Jesus did die for those people, and His selfless sacrifice makes it possible for all of us sinners to be made right with God forever!

The Rewards of Giving

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Nov 2015 15:30:57 +0000

There are many preachers who say that if you send money to their ministry, God will give you ten times more money in return because He wants you to be rich. But is that really true? The Bible does say that we will be rewarded and blessed for giving joyfully to God, but what exactly are those rewards, and is there anything that will prevent us from receiving them?

The Motivation for Giving

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Nov 2015 15:30:17 +0000

Why should you take your hard-earned money and give part of it away? That is a valid question that needs to be asked, and today we will look into the Bible to see if we can find any valid answers. If there are no good reasons to give, then let’s not do it. But if there are good reasons, then let’s commit to becoming joyful, generous givers to the Lord!

The Standard of Giving

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Nov 2015 15:30:42 +0000

The Bible clearly commands us to be generous, joyful givers of all that God has given to us, but exactly how much are we supposed to give? In the Old Testament, God demanded a 10% tithe, but is that still true for us as New Testament Christians? What really is the standard of giving for us as followers of Christ, and is it actually possible to become a joyful giver rather than a disgruntled one? Everyone has their opinion on this matter, but find out what the Bible really says!

Discerning the Body

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Oct 2015 14:30:20 +0000

To partake of the Lord’s Supper is to remember the crucified body of our Lord. But when Paul writes to the Corinthian church the instructions to follow when coming together around the Lord’s table, and he tells them to discern the body, does Paul only have in view the crucifixion, or does he have more that he is communicating?

What If We Followed God Courageously?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Oct 2015 14:30:01 +0000

It doesn’t matter how much knowledge we have about the Bible if we’re not living it out in daily obedience. The real test of what we believe comes in whether or not we are willing to step out and follow God wherever He leads us. Are we eager to respond when God calls us to follow Him into the unknown, and are we prepared to let go of anything that would hold us back from a life of total surrender to Him?

What If We Lived Like Forgiven People?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Oct 2015 14:30:41 +0000

If a prisoner served his time and was set free, it would be unthinkable for him to go back and live in his prison cell. Yet many Christians who have been set free by Jesus continue to live as prisoners to their past. Jesus said if we know the truth, it would set us free, and we would be truly free. Are you saved, but still living under a cloud of guilt and fear because of your past sin? Jesus invites you to be set free today!

What If We Loved Like Jesus?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Oct 2015 14:30:43 +0000

Jesus said the two most important commandments are to love God and love others. As the church, we typically spend most of our time together expressing our love for God, but how well are we doing at loving others, especially those who are not like us? Are we better at pointing fingers of criticism at the lost than we are at going out and actually loving them? What would happen if the church learned how to love like Jesus?

What If We Understood the Power of Prayer?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Sep 2015 14:30:32 +0000

Throughout history, the great moves of God have always been preceded by earnest prayer. Immediately after the early church had spent ten days in prayer, they shook Jerusalem to its knees. D.L. Moody said that behind every move of God you will always find some kneeling form. Could it be that the reason we’re not seeing that kind of power in our churches in America today is because we’re not praying? What might God do through us if we understood the power of prayer?

What If We Understood the Privilege of Prayer?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Sep 2015 14:30:22 +0000

For many Christians, prayer is something they only think about in a crisis. Churches have also filled their calendars with so many activities that prayer meetings have become a thing of the past. But what they fail to realize is, there is no effective substitute for prayer. None! When we neglect prayer, we are missing out on one of the greatest privileges in life. What might happen if we really understood the privilege of prayer?

What If We Really Believed the Bible?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Sep 2015 14:30:57 +0000

Ask the average churchgoing Christian if they believe the Bible and they will quickly respond, “Of course I believe the Bible… I’m a Christian!” But the proof is not in what we say, it is in what we do. Are there commands in Scripture that we know, yet we are not actively obeying? Is there any visible evidence in our lives that our faith is real? Imagine what God could do through us if we really believed the Bible and put it into action!

What If We Saw God for Who He Really Is?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Sep 2015 14:30:44 +0000

Today the name of God has become a common curse word. Even Christians are guilty of treating God casually. The problem is, we have lost the fear of God because we have forgotten who it is we’re dealing with. God is not the old man in the sky. He is a consuming fire who dwells in unapproachable light. If we caught even the slightest glimpse His holiness, we would fall to the ground like dead men! How would our lives be different if we saw God for who He really is?

He Gave His All For You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Aug 2015 14:30:58 +0000

When Christ left heaven to come and save us, He didn’t stop halfway or just give His second-best. He gave up everything for us by willingly pouring out His blood on the cross. Knowing that Christ gave His all for us, we must ask ourselves the question, “Am I giving my all for Him?”

Why Does Baptism Matter?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Aug 2015 14:30:05 +0000

There has been a lot of misunderstanding and false teaching about baptism over the years; so who is baptism for, and what does baptism really do? Does baptism save us or add something to our salvation, and if not, then why do we need to be baptized at all? In today’s message we share scriptural insight on the real meaning and purpose of baptism and why it is such a beautiful act of our obedience to Christ.

In Keeping With Repentance

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Aug 2015 14:30:50 +0000

When John the Baptist appeared on the scene of history, the people of Jerusalem, Judea and all the area surrounding the Jordan came to see him. When they came it seems that they had some knowledge of what baptism was, so what did baptism look like to someone living in the first century?

Don’t Waste God’s Investment in You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 14:30:00 +0000

If a wealthy businessman entrusted his entire company to you while he was away on a yearlong journey, but you failed to follow any of his instructions and you bankrupted the corporation, you could not act surprised if he became angry with you. When we are entrusted with something, it carries with it an expectation. Our Lord has entrusted us with His message, and one day He will return to settle accounts. Are we putting what He has given us to good use?

Finding Your Place (Part 2)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Aug 2015 14:30:59 +0000

The Bible tells us not to ignore our spiritual gifts, but rather to use them. However, are we aware that it is possible for us to misuse our spiritual gifts in ways that can bring hurt to others, and even to the entire church? While there are many benefits and blessings that are sure to come as we allow the Holy Spirit to use our spiritual gifts, we must be careful never to use them in ways that are harmful. As you find your place in the Body of Christ, keep these cautions in mind.

Finding Your Place (Part 1)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jul 2015 14:30:54 +0000

Are You Part of the Symphony?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jul 2015 14:30:18 +0000

When the members of an orchestra fail to play in harmony with each other, it makes a terrible sound! But when all the different instruments are played in tune, following the same conductor, it creates a beautiful symphony. So it is in the Body of Christ. We all have unique roles to play, but when we each do our part and function in harmony with each other, we will become a beautiful representation of Christ to those around us. Are you playing your part in this great symphony?

You Have to Choose to be Used

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jul 2015 14:30:07 +0000

The Bible says that God has already given us every spiritual gift we need to live for Him. We do not lack anything. The only question is, have we ever discovered our spiritual gifts and are we actually using them? Just attending a church service every week does not automatically make us a healthy, contributing part of the Body of Christ. We have to choose to be used! Have you ever discovered the spiritual gifts given to you by the Holy Spirit so that you can use them for the mission of Christ?

Dying to Live

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Jul 2015 14:30:17 +0000

No doubt, many people saw Jesus hanging on the cross and thought, “What a waste! He could have done so much more good if He hadn’t died.” But Jesus compared Himself to a kernel of wheat, which will never become more than a single seed unless it falls into the ground and dies. Only by dying can it spring to life and produce many more seeds. As His followers, we have been called to die to our own life just as Jesus did. Until we die, we will never begin to truly live!

Launching Into the Great Commission

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Jun 2015 14:30:10 +0000

When a teaching series comes to an end, it’s easy to move on with life and never actually put what we’ve heard into action. Today we conclude our Saved & Sent series by hearing testimonies of what God is doing in different people, and we commit as a church to launch into the Great Commission like never before. What will you do with the things you’ve heard in this series? Will you file them away and forget them, or will you commit to putting them into action for the glory of God?

A Dying Man’s Request

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Jun 2015 14:30:23 +0000

Is the great commission a humanitarian cause to better mankind? If we think of the Great Commission as Karma, then it really is nothing more than a humanitarian cause. So what is the motivating factor that causes men and women through history to be obedient to the Great Commission?

All She Had to Live On

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Jun 2015 14:30:02 +0000

Jim Elliot is quoted as saying “He is no fool, who gives what he cannot keep, to gain what he cannot lose.” Jesus response to the widow who gave 2 copper coins is very revealing; he does not say she gave all her money, he says she gave all she had to live on. Luke 12:15 says “One’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions”. If our life isn’t in our possessions, what is Jesus referring to when he says this widow woman gave all she had to live on?

The Cost of the Great Commission

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Jun 2015 14:30:49 +0000

Jesus made it unmistakably clear that it was impossible to follow Him without a cost. But too often we think of the ‘cost’ in terms of something that probably only applies to other people, not to us. This kind of thinking has caused the weight of the Great Commission to fall on the shoulders of a few, while the majority simply stand by and look on. The fact is, the mission of Christ will never be carried out without a high cost. Are you willing to be a part of it?

Are You a Friend of Sinners?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 May 2015 14:30:05 +0000

Jesus has been given many wonderful titles that display His power and majesty, but the title that shows His deep love for mankind most clearly is: Jesus, Friend of Sinners. During His ministry, He was sharply criticized for spending time with notoriously sinful men and women. But Jesus reminded His critics that those very people were the ones He came into the world to save. Now that we have been sent to carry on His mission, could it be said of us that we, too, are a friend of sinners?

Obedience: Evidence of Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 May 2015 14:30:27 +0000

Obedience to God is evidence of our Love for Him. If we do not spend much time with Jesus, our relationship with him will be weak; our trust will be shallow; our love will not be easy; and our obedience will be limited. We will not entrust ourselves to a stranger, and the same is true in our relationship with Christ.

Called to Make a Difference

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 May 2015 14:30:39 +0000

Since we have been called to penetrate our culture and make an impact for Christ, there must be something about us that gives us the ability to actually make a difference. One of the things Jesus compared us to is salt, but how can salt make any difference in the world? Join us as we explore the amazing properties of salt and discover how we have been called to exhibit those same life-changing qualities to impact the world around us.

What You Do for Christ Matters!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 May 2015 14:30:31 +0000

When we consider what part we are supposed to play in the Great Commission, it can be difficult to know where to begin. The vastness of the mission compared to our limited resources and abilities can leave us feeling overwhelmed and immobilized. But God never asks us to do more than we can. All He asks is that we do what we can and allow Him to take our little and use it for something great. Be encouraged to know that however small your role may seem, what you do for Christ matters!

Go! But Before You Go… Wait!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 May 2015 14:30:16 +0000

Jesus sent His followers on an urgent mission to take the gospel to the entire world. But before they were allowed to go, He told them to wait. Wait for what? If the mission was so important, what could possibly be more important than going? During the next ten days in the upper room, they discovered the power of prayer that would transform their lives and propel them into this mission with a supernatural boldness not their own. Have we discovered that same power?

Why Aren’t We Excited About Jesus?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Apr 2015 14:30:50 +0000

Why do Christians have no trouble talking with great excitement about sports, movies, vacations, sales at the mall… but those same people never talk about Jesus? Lots of excuses can be given, but it’s time to stop pretending and admit that we are just not excited enough about Jesus to share Him with anyone. The church doesn’t have a missions problem, it has a heart problem, and until we get serious and ask God to break our hearts, we will never fulfill our part in the Great Commission.

Carrying Out an Impossible Mission

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Apr 2015 14:30:49 +0000

When you consider the odds that were stacked against the mission of the early church, it is literally nothing short of miraculous that it ever succeeded at all. Jesus sent a handful of trembling followers into a hostile world to proclaim an unbelievable story to people who hated them. On their own, these weak, broken followers had no chance whatsoever of accomplishing this task. How, then, were they able to carry out this mission with such astonishing power, and what must we learn from them?

The Heartbeat of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Apr 2015 14:30:55 +0000

As the church today, we have become professionals at gathering. We spend millions on massive buildings, hi-tech sound and video productions, even pyrotechnics in some cases! We have become experts at putting on performances that rival Disney and Hollywood, all in an effort to meet the ever-growing demands of our members so they’ll be happy and keep coming back. In so doing, we have completely missed the heartbeat of God and have entertained ourselves into irrelevance.

Jesus Our Substitute

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Apr 2015 14:30:36 +0000

Who could ever imagine sending an innocent person to be beaten and put to death in the place of a violent murderer? Nothing about that would be fair! Yet that is exactly what Jesus did. He died on the cross even though He was innocent, and Barabbas was set free even though he was guilty. Barabbas is a picture of us all — guilty before God and facing His judgement. But Jesus stepped in and became our substitute, paying our debt and setting us free!

The Danger of Dead Religion

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Mar 2015 14:30:03 +0000

Jesus enters Jerusalem a few days before His crucifixion and examines the spiritual condition of the people. What He finds is a nation bustling with outward displays of religious activity, but beneath the surface, there is nothing but dead religion. He curses a fruitless fig tree as a sign of judgement against them, and then He throws the corrupt money changers out of the Temple for defiling His Father’s house. If Jesus were to examine our lives today, would He see a cold, dead heart beneath the outward religious appearance, or would He find fruit growing for His glory?

Not the Savior We Wanted

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Mar 2015 14:30:12 +0000

As Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a donkey, the crowds threw their coats on the road before Him and shouted, “Hosanna! Blessed is the King of Israel!” They wanted a king who would rule their nation, but they didn’t want a King who would rule their hearts. When they realized that Jesus was not the kind of savior they wanted, they turned on Him and shouted, “Crucify Him!” What kind of savior are you looking for? One who will give you everything you want, or one who will reign in your heart?

Fully Committed to God’s Will

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Mar 2015 14:30:06 +0000

Have you ever had a task before you that you dreaded so much, you tried to find ways to delay it or to keep from having to do it at all? Maybe it was a difficult exam, a dentist appointment, or a meeting with your boss. But none of those events come close to the crushing pressure that Jesus faced as He made His way to the cross. So then, what caused Him to pick up the pace and walk boldly towards Jerusalem, straight into the suffering that awaited Him, and what can we learn from His example?

Communion with Christ and His Body

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Mar 2015 14:30:55 +0000

What is a communion service? Is it just a public acknowledgment that Jesus died on the cross for our sins? What exactly is my part in the whole thing? Am I just a participant in the event or is there more to it than that?

To Believe or Not to Believe: The Sin of Unbelief

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Mar 2015 15:30:08 +0000

One way to help us understand biblical belief is to consider what it is not. Jesus was amazed at the unbelief of those in His hometown. Surely powerful miracles would cause people to recognize Jesus’ authority as the Son of God; well that’s how we think anyways. So why does Jesus not perform these powerful mighty works in his hometown, demonstrating who he is?

Contentment in the Unfailing Provision of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Feb 2015 15:30:28 +0000

We are constantly bombarded with advertising designed to make us discontent with what we have so that we will always feel compelled to pursue something more. This can easily send us on a never-ending quest for happiness and fulfillment; always thinking, “I’ll be happy when…” or “I’d be happier if…” In stark contrast to this, the Bible calls us to live a life of contentment, but is that even possible? Today’s message reveals the secret of being content, even in a world that isn’t.

Comfort in the Promised Presence of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Feb 2015 15:30:22 +0000

A child who awakens in a dark room in the middle of the night is often gripped with fear, yet all it takes to comfort him is the presence of his father or mother. The same darkness is still there, but the child’s heart is now at rest simply because he is not alone. As we walk through the dark seasons of life, we are easily filled with fear. The one thing that will bring true peace and comfort into those situations is knowing that Jesus has promised to always be with us to the very end of the world!

Confidence in the Absolute Providence of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Feb 2015 15:30:43 +0000

Just a quick glance at the headlines reminds us that we live in a world filled with trouble. Terrorism, wars, toppling governments, economic instability — it’s enough to make us want to run and hide. But even though we live in a world of fear, we do not have to live in fear! The Bible reminds us that God is in complete control of all things, and that nothing happens in the world at large or in our own lives that is outside of His providence. Knowing this truth will bring us peace even in the most troubling times of life.

Giving Our Talents to God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Feb 2015 15:30:26 +0000

Have you ever said, “If I had a chance to live my life over, I’d live it so much better!” But why is it that we don’t go ahead and make those changes now with the one life we do have? The Bible tells us how to invest our life wisely so we don’t reach the end and realize we wasted it. Jesus has entrusted each of us with different “talents” and one day He will return to see how we invested them. Will we hear Him say, “Well done, good and faithful servant,” or will He rebuke us for the way we managed what He gave us?

Giving Our Treasures to God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 15:30:50 +0000

God sends so many blessings into our lives, but there is always a danger that those very blessings will be the things that draw our hearts away from Him. Because of this, the Bible warns us to never treasure anything more than we treasure God. We can become so consumed by our treasures that we refuse to let them go, and as a result, we will miss God’s mission for our life. Are you investing the blessings God gives you for His kingdom, or are you using them all for your own benefit?

Giving Our Time to God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Jan 2015 15:30:17 +0000

What a tragedy it would be to reach the end of your life and still not know the purpose of it all; to live for 70 or 80 years and have nothing of eternal value to show for it! For the most part, we spend our lives pursuing temporary achievements and storing up temporary things, never realizing that one day they will all slip through our fingers like sand. We get so preoccupied with the present that we lose sight of eternity. We must pray that God will reveal to us the brevity of life and the seriousness of eternity, so that we will learn how to live a life of purpose.

Giving Our Thoughts to God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 15:30:24 +0000

Someone once said, “Sow a thought, reap an action; sow an action, reap a habit; sow a habit, reap a character; sow a character, reap a destiny.” Our thoughts are so important, they will ultimately determine the course of our lives. Romans 12:2 tells us that we will either be conformed to the world or conformed to Christ based on what we think about. It also tells us that we will either find God’s will or miss it based on what we think about. It is absolutely vital that we learn how to surrender our thoughts to God so that our lives will be shaped by His thoughts, not ours.

Living in Response to God’s Mercy

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 15:30:02 +0000

In a culture that constantly urges us to strive to get ahead, to climb the ladder of success, to never settle for second place… what motivation could there possibly be to completely surrender our lives to the will of someone else? This command of Jesus comes as a startling shock to our senses. Surely no one would ever demand such a thing! And yet that’s precisely what Jesus demands. Could there be any reason compelling enough to make us not only obey this command, but to do it willingly?

Are You Consecrated?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Dec 2014 15:30:17 +0000

The well-known preacher, Jonathan Edwards, once wrote the following New Year’s resolution: “I will live for God. If no one else does, I still will.” He was making a commitment to consecrate himself to God regardless of the decisions or opinions of others. The word consecrate means to set apart, and the Bible says our lives must be set apart for God’s use. Are we willing to consecrate ourselves to live for God, even if no one else does?

Christmas Eve 2014

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 22:00:56 +0000

When we were children, most of us had things handed down to us. Perhaps we had clothes from an older sibling handed down to us, or toys they had outgrown. That first Christmas 2,000 years ago truly was a hand-me-down Christmas. God handed down His Son to a sinful world. Jesus humbled Himself and was made a little lower than the angels in order to come and save us. This Christmas, you may receive all the gifts you’ve ever wanted, but have you ever received the one Gift you really need?

An Unexpected Surprise

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Dec 2014 15:30:42 +0000

For generations the people of Israel waited for their Savior to come, but when He did come, He was not the Savior they wanted. Instead of being born to royalty, He was born to a poor couple from the middle of nowhere. Instead of being a powerful king, He was a humble servant. Instead of being a mighty military leader, He taught everyone to love their enemies. Jesus truly was an unexpected surprise. And even after they put Him to death on a cross, He still had one more unexpected surprise that no one could have believed until they saw it for themselves!

An Unwanted Gift

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Dec 2014 15:30:30 +0000

Imagine spending weeks searching for the perfect gift for someone you dearly love, paying an outrageous price to purchase it, carefully wrapping it in just the right paper, then giving it to them with great excitement, only to have them throw it in the trash can! Surely no one would ever respond to such extravagant kindness in such a cruel way. Yet the Bible tells us that God gave the gift of His Son to the world, and they rejected Him. John 1:11 says, “He came to his own, but his own did not receive him.” What have you done with the gift of Jesus? Are there areas of your life where He is still unwanted?

An Unwelcome Announcement

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Dec 2014 15:30:22 +0000

Mary and Joseph didn’t ask for this! They were quite content making their plans and living their lives. Things were going along just fine. And then, without warning, along came God and dropped a bombshell in their lap, telling them that all their plans would be laid aside so that God could use their lives for His plans. They could have been angry. They could have fought back. But instead, they both submitted themselves to God’s will, and their lives were never the same. How do we react when God drops an unwelcome announcement into our lap and asks us to put our lives on hold for Him?

Forgetting God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Nov 2014 15:30:09 +0000

The Bible tells us that the Israelites repeatedly forgot God, despite all the miracles they had seen, and despite all the blessings God had given to them. It’s easy for us to read that and say, “I would certainly never forget God!” Yet, if we take an honest look at our lives, the truth is, we forget God all the time in ways we might not even realize. Today’s message warns us of the subtle dangers of forgetfulness, and encourages us to give thanks to God for all His goodness to us.

Identity Recovery (Embracing the Truth)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Nov 2014 15:30:57 +0000

The world puts all kinds of labels on us to define who we are: smart or dumb, pretty or ugly, popular or unpopular, successful or failure. The truth is, all of those labels are lies! We are not defined by any of those things. Jesus met many people whose lives were shaped and limited by the negative labels society had placed on them, but His transforming power set them free from those lies and gave them a brand new identity in Him. Don’t allow other people to define you. Find your identity in Christ alone!

Credit Check (Silencing the Lies)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Nov 2014 15:30:36 +0000

None of us would put much value on a single sheet of paper. And yet a piece of paper once sold for almost $750,000… not because of the paper, but because of whose name was on it. It was a letter signed by Abraham Lincoln. The same is true with us. We ourselves are worthless jars of clay, but because Christ has put His name on us, we now have incalculable value! We have value, not because of who we are, but because of whose we are. It’s time to stop basing our worth on our own identity, and start discovering the real value we have been given in Christ!

Identity Crisis (Believing the Lies)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Nov 2014 15:30:39 +0000

In moments of raw honesty, it is startling to discover the negative words people often use to describe how they see themselves: ugly, fat, unloveable, stupid, worthless. Still others use words like depressed, lonely, unwanted, fearful, addict, hopeless, etc. And the sad reality is, these are actual terms used, not just by unsaved people to describe themselves, but by Christians! It’s time for the church to expose the lies Satan is telling us and discover the truth about who the Bible says we really are in Christ!

Identity Theft (The Ultimate Deception)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 15:30:04 +0000

People have many false views of who God is. It seems that everyone has created their own version of God; a “god” they are comfortable with. They choose the parts about God they like and ignore the parts they don’t. But God’s true identity cannot be changed to suit us. He alone is God, and we cannot fashion Him into our own image. Until we have a right understanding of who God really is, everything in life will be off course, and we will never know how to really live. Do you truly know who God is?

Dedicating Ourselves to God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 14:30:05 +0000

What is the highest ambition you have for your children? Is it that they would make you proud, or reflect well on your family, or become successful or wealthy or famous? Or is your greatest desire for them that their lives would glorify God? Today we share in a brief parent/child dedication service, followed by a sermon that challenges us all to make sure we have first dedicated ourselves to God, and then to make sure we have given everything we possess to be used for His ultimate glory. Is there anything or anyone you are still unwilling to let go of for God?

A Forgiving Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Oct 2014 14:30:18 +0000

Can you extend forgiveness to someone you don’t know? And what is it that compels us to offer forgiveness?

You’ve Been Forgiven. Live Like It!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Oct 2014 14:30:44 +0000

When you think about your plans for the future, what percentage of those plans revolve around you, your needs, your dreams, your happiness, your money, your comfort? How is it possible that those of us who call ourselves followers of Christ are so preoccupied with our own agenda rather than being totally consumed with His agenda? Because of what Christ has done for us, we have been called to live our lives entirely for Him. What would it take to move you from where you are to that kind of life?

Seeing Your Pain as Part of God’s Plan

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 14:30:20 +0000

When difficult or painful circumstances come into your life, do you ever stop to consider that they may have been divinely orchestrated by God to bring about His ultimate purpose in your life? Many Christians see hard times as a sign that God has abandoned them or that He is not being kind to them. But the Bible teaches us that God is at work even in the worst moments of our lives, and if we will surrender them to Him, He will bring about a life of fruitfulness for His glory!

Don’t Let Your Past Ruin Your Future

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:30:12 +0000

We all have regrets and wounds in our past. They are a part of life. But if those things are not dealt with in the right way, they can become toxic over time, damaging our relationships, hindering our decisions, and destroying our effectiveness for Christ. The truth is, if we don’t deal with our past, it will dominate our present and dictate our future. We learn from the life of Joseph that if we are willing to surrender our past hurts to God’s control, those chains will be broken, and we will be empowered to live out the mission He has for us.

Forgiven!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Sep 2014 14:30:51 +0000

If someone bought you a new car, paid for it in full, and gave you the title, would you go to the dealership every month to make payments on it? Of course not! And yet that is exactly what we often do as Christians. Our sin debt has been paid in full and our record has been wiped completely clean, but we continue to live as though we’re guilty in God’s eyes. Once you understand the truth about God’s forgiveness, you will see your standing before Him in a whole new light, and you will be free to live your life for Him without being crippled by the guilt of your past!

Redeemed!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Sep 2014 14:30:59 +0000

Imagine yourself being chained in a dark, gloomy dungeon, kept as a slave by a cruel master, with no hope at all of ever being set free. That is exactly the condition we were all in before Christ! We were slaves of Satan and bound by the chains of sin, with absolutely no way to buy our own freedom. But God loved us so much that He paid the price for our ransom by sacrificing His Son on the cross. Christ paid for us with His own precious blood, and because of this, we have been redeemed!

What Are We Doing With the Good News?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Sep 2014 14:30:09 +0000

If you found the cure for cancer, but then kept it all for yourself, what kind of person would you be? The fact is, when we received the Gospel, we were given something far greater than the cure for cancer. We were given the cure for a lost eternity! So the question is, what are we doing with it? Are we keeping it all to ourselves? Has our heart ever become broken over the fate of those around us who do not know Christ, and are we moved with compassion to share the good news with them?

What Part Do We Play in the Gospel?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 14:30:30 +0000

As followers of Christ, we have been entrusted with the greatest mission on earth, but do we know what that mission is, and do we understand our role in it? Being a Christian is more than just saying a prayer and then waiting for heaven when we die. It means being an active part of the Body of Christ and allowing the good news of the gospel to live out through our lives each day.

The Gospel Doesn’t Need To Be Fixed!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Aug 2014 14:30:50 +0000

If someone offered you a glass of water from the purest spring on earth, but told you they had mixed it with poison, would you drink it? Of course not! And yet thousands of people in churches every week drink in sermons tainted with false doctrine. Today’s message exposes two extremely dangerous trends sweeping through pulpits across America, and reminds us of the vital importance of keeping the gospel message pure.

A Call to Prayer

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:30:10 +0000

How strange would it be in any church if the pastor stopped right in the middle of the service, canceled the plans for the morning, and called the entire church to a prayer meeting right then and there? Would people feel awkward? Would they leave? Would visitors ever come back? Well that’s exactly what happened at LifePoint Church this morning, and instead of anyone leaving or being offended, the power of God moved mightily, and lives were greatly impacted. Oh that we would remember the power of prayer!

Are We Ashamed?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Aug 2014 14:30:21 +0000

As we trace the spread of the gospel through the book of acts, we learn that as it was preached it would cause two results; salvation for some who heard the message and persecution to those who brought the message. How is it that the Gospel can be considered “good news” if the people who share it are always getting beat up? So when Paul says that he’s not ashamed of the gospel, does he have in mind just the extrinsic fact of it, or the intrinsic effects of it on his own life?

How the Gospel Changes Us

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Aug 2014 14:30:43 +0000

We could search the universe high and low for the ultimate display of God’s power, exploring from the wonders of earth all the way to the largest galaxies. But all those things would fall short of showing the fullness of God’s power. If we want to see the greatest demonstration of the power of God, we will find it in the message of the Gospel, when a sinful man is forgiven, transformed and made completely righteous before a holy God. There is no greater power to be seen!

Good News for a Dying World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Jul 2014 14:30:22 +0000

Bad news — we’re bombarded with it every day. Even a quick glance at the headlines reminds us that we live in a world plagued with violence, war, crime and greed. Is there any truly good news that could right all this wrong, and if so, where do we find it? Lasting good news will never come from better government, peace treaties or any other efforts of man. There is only one source of good news, and it has already been made available to us. Have you discovered this good news?

America’s Only Hope

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jul 2014 14:30:20 +0000

America is spiraling out of control morally, financially, politically and spiritually, and we are headed for the judgement of God just like many nations before us. But where can we turn to find hope? Government cannot save us, nor can a better economy or a stronger military. Our only hope can be found in God alone. Today’s message outlines the steps that we must take in order to see the forgiveness of God for our sin, and His healing hand upon our country.

The Decline and Fall of America

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jul 2014 14:30:25 +0000

At the very same moment our founding fathers declared our independence from Britain, they were also declaring our absolute dependence upon God. Regardless of what revisionists say, the facts clearly prove that America was founded on the principles of God’s Word. Because of this, America was once a nation blessed and protected by God, but since we have now forced God out of our country, we are in decline like never before and are facing His judgement. This message is a wake-up call for all who will listen!

The Humiliation of Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Jun 2014 14:30:12 +0000

When we read in the Bible that Jesus left heaven and came to earth to save us, do we have any idea just what that really means? The King of glory laid aside His royal robe and wrapped Himself in human flesh. He exchanged His home in heaven to have no place to lay His head on earth. He willingly endured mocking and slander, was abandoned by His closest friends, suffered an excruciating death on a cross, and He did it all for you!

Ministry Celebration 2014

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Jun 2014 14:30:48 +0000

God has a purpose in His mission of redemption for every one of us, and it is exciting to see people stepping out to follow their purpose in so many creative ways! Today we hear about some of the ministries of LifePoint Church that God is using to impact people both young and old, not only right here in Greenville, but around the world.

Importance Of A Father

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 16 Jun 2014 01:56:24 +0000

What is so important about a father? Why are they necessary? What did God establish in men that enables some to have a positive influence and others to have a negative influence on their children?

The Secret of Contentment

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 14:30:33 +0000

Have you ever known someone who seemed to have it all, and yet it wasn’t enough? On the other hand, have you ever known someone who had very little, and they were bitter and resentful because others had more than they did? But the real question is, how content are you? Once you learn the secret of contentment, God’s power will be alive in you, and your life will be a blessing and an inspiration to others.

God’s Remedy for Worry

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Jun 2014 14:30:34 +0000

The economy, loss of jobs, our health, our finances, our children, the future — there are plenty of things in life that can fill us with worry and anxiety. In fact, if we allow it to, worry can become all-consuming and drain us of our joy and effectiveness. But we are not just helpless victims destined to live in the stranglehold of fear! The Bible shows us how we can rise above our anxious thoughts and find a supernatural peace that comes only from God.

Walk This Way

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 May 2014 14:30:41 +0000

The way a person lives their life, how they conduct themselves, how they determine right from wrong, can be summed up in the word ‘walk’. Which way are you walking?

Trading Your Past for God’s Future

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 May 2014 14:30:54 +0000

“If God has forgiven me, why don’t I feel forgiven?” Have you ever asked that question? As Christians, we know that God has forgiven all our sin and He has promised to never remember it again. Why, then, do we so often still feel haunted and condemned by things in our past? If you’ve ever wrestled with this issue, today’s sermon will help you understand why that happens and how you can move beyond your past into the future God has for you! (Audio problems at the beginning will clear up within the first few minutes)

I Want To Know Christ!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 May 2014 14:30:18 +0000

A bride on her wedding day would never dream of saying to her new husband, “Thanks for the ring and the lovely ceremony, but I’m leaving now to go live life on my own.” Many people can tell you the time and place they were saved, but they have never had a relationship with Jesus since then. The Bible says if we have truly been saved, our lives will be characterized by an ongoing desire to know Christ more and more. Is that your desire?

Life’s Most Profitable Loss

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 May 2014 14:30:39 +0000

When the Titanic was sinking, many wealthy passengers left money, priceless jewels, and artwork behind as they fled to the lifeboats. What had been so valuable to them just minutes before was now worthless in comparison to saving their lives. There are things we sometimes place high values on that we think will make us right with God — good works, being a church member, etc. — but the Bible says all these are worthless compared to the surpassing value of knowing Christ. Discover the secret Paul knew and see why he could truly say that Christ was his greatest treasure.

Living By Faith – Pt. 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 02:14:16 +0000

There is an underlying principle at work in the lives of men and women who are known as giants of the faith. What is that principle? Is it something unique or is it simple? Is it their great faith that that establishes them as giants of the faith, or does living by faith mean something entirely different?

How Has the Resurrection Changed You?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Apr 2014 14:30:09 +0000

An encounter with the risen Savior changes everything. After Jesus rose from the dead, he purposefully and intentionally met with certain people to strengthen and encourage them in some way. Each one, having met their risen Savior, walked away from the encounter, forever changed. Have you encountered the risen Son of God? Have you been forever changed?

The Joy of the Cross

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Apr 2014 14:30:30 +0000

As Jesus drew closer to the cross, knowing all the suffering and anguish that awaited Him there, the Bible says that there was a joy for Him in enduring the cross. What kind of joy could Jesus possibly have found in such a horrific event, and what can we learn from this when facing struggles and suffering of our own?

Living By Faith – Pt.1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 07 Apr 2014 18:19:11 +0000

Paul continues in Gal. 2:20 to explain that the life he now lives, he lives by faith. What does it mean to live life, and how is it that Paul now lives it by faith. What is faith? When we say that Christians belong to “the faith” what is being said? What is it about living a Christian life that separates that life from anyone else? How do we live by faith?

Whose Life Are You Living?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 24 Mar 2014 15:12:30 +0000

“It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.” Salvation is the point where you die, in your life, and Christ begins to live, in your life. Are you attempting to live the Christian life by making your life match the principles he teaches, or are you letting go of your life and allowing Him to live His life through you? A Christian is a new creation, born again. The process is similar to that of a butterfly; unless the caterpillar dies, you will not find a butterfly.

I Died

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 17 Mar 2014 18:57:41 +0000

Paul writes in his letter to the Galatians, “I have been crucified with Christ”. Is Paul speaking in code, or is he speaking clear truth? The questions that revolve around this are at the heart of the gospel. What took place on the cross, and what effect does it have on the life I am living today?

The New Man

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 11 Mar 2014 01:27:40 +0000

Salvation is an inner working of the Holy Spirit; transforming our hearts and lives from the inside out. Inside working it’s way out is this new man, empowered with the Holy Spirit. This new man effects our living today, and assures us where we will be when the Lord returns.

He Died In My Place

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Mar 2014 15:30:07 +0000

When something monumental occurs in our life, it has the power to change us forever. Depending on the circumstance, we may want to erase that event from our memory, or intentionally remember how greatly we have been impacted by it. How important is Jesus Christ’s sacrifice to us? How often do we really focus on what He has done for us? (The last few minutes of this message were lost, but the heart of the message is still intact for you to listen to.)

A Worshipers Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 03:04:23 +0000

For worship to be accepted by God, our heart must be right before Him. God knows every thought and intent of our heart. We cannot believe the lie that we can just do what we believe or feel to be the right thing and God will be pleased by it; just dropping some money in the offering plate or singing a song or praying a prayer are not accepted by God if our heart is not right. If we want our heart to be right before God, we must know what the bible says the heart is and how it can be right in His eyes.

Idolatry or Worship?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 10 Feb 2014 21:24:52 +0000

When we look at other religions and cultures of the world, we recognize that they worship their god. For Christians, we know that their worship, whether image-worship or spirit-worship, is idolatrous because they are not worshiping the one true and living Holy God. Is their a difference in the worship aside from the object being worshiped? What is at the heart of idolatry?

What is True Worship?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 03 Feb 2014 16:37:56 +0000

Idolatry is essentially falling down before someone or something other than God. Pride is knowing God, and refusing to fall down before Him. True Worship begins with both knowing God, and falling down before him. In knowing Him, we begin to understand how valuable He is. It must be significant to true worship then, how valuable God is to us.

The Eternal Man

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 27 Jan 2014 21:27:33 +0000

“This world is not our home; we are looking forward to our city in heaven, which is yet to come.” – Heb. 13:14 (NLT). God is bringing His plan of redemption to pass, and throughout history we can see the different ways that plan is being brought about. We are living in the age of grace and are looking forward to the age of the kingdom. 2 Cor. 6:2 says “Now is the day of salvation.” We should be getting acquainted with the eternal God today! How well do you know Him? Is He sitting on the throne of your heart, or are you?

The Fool and His Folly

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 01:04:33 +0000

In our generation today, as always, we need to clearly understand the truth. We need to understand who we are talking to when we are discussing Jesus Christ with unbelievers. We also need to know what assumptions they are making when they say things like, “All religions are basically the same,” or “No one can know for sure,” or “That’s just your interpretation!” There are certain assumptions being made at the foundation of these arguments against the gospel. When we shed light on these falsely assumed foundations, the truth can be seen more clearly.

Requirements For True Worship

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 21:07:47 +0000

To paraphrase Mark 7:6-7 & Matt. 15:8-9 Jesus says that people attempted to honor God with their lips but because their hearts did not belong to God their worship was in vain. They placed a high value on following their traditions that they had set in place, but the very traditions replaced the object of their worship; not intentionally I’m sure, but this is the case. There are two specific requirements that must be met for worship to be genuine, or true; Knowing God, and Falling Down before Him. If these two prerequisites are not met, worship of God is in vain. Do you know God? Have you fallen down before him?

Update from Pastor Phil

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 15:30:39 +0000

Phil Pike, our pastor, has been on medical leave for roughly six months now. Hear him describe the road he is currently walking, and his encouraging inspirational words to all Christians wherever they are in their relationship with the Lord.

The Wise Men Fall Down

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Thu, 16 Jan 2014 14:22:33 +0000

The events surrounding Jesus birth are so amazing when we pause and meditate on what took place. Specifically to focus our thoughts on the wise men and compare them with Harod and the Jewish Scribes, some interesting facts pop out. The wise men came to fall down before an infant; Harod was not willing to. What’s so significant about falling down? Have we fallen down before Jesus?

Spiritual Food

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 20:03:48 +0000

A Spiritual Life requires Spiritual Food. As born again believers, we must nourish ourselves with Christ; He is the bread of life. Do you feel spiritually dry, or spiritually dead? Have you been eating at the table with Jesus; enjoying fellowship with Him? For the two on the road to Emmaus, it was once they sat down to fellowship with the stranger that they understood. Their eyes were opened when Jesus broke and shared the bread.

The Christmas Attitude

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 18 Dec 2013 14:37:47 +0000

Christmas, as a season, is full of many emotions and attitudes. It is the one time of year when it is acceptable to talk about Jesus. Knowing the reality of the circumstances surrounding Christmas, we also find that the truth cannot be silenced. It is far too easy to be caught up in the commercialism, materialism and worldliness that is so evident this time of year; either being swept away in its current or being embittered towards it. Which attitude do you currently own?

The Spiritual Man

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 09 Dec 2013 14:27:22 +0000

God has a plan and a purpose that He is bringing to pass. Through the ages, there are different degrees to which the world has experienced God; Innocence, Conscience, Human Government, Promise, Law. Living in the age of grace now, our experience with God is dependent upon our cooperation with the Spirit of God. We cannot gain true wisdom, knowledge, understanding, or counsel without the Holy Spirit. We must learn to trust Him over our own senses and understanding. We will only begin to trust Him over our own senses if we know who He is. We will only know who He is, when we choose to read His word, trusting His Spirit to reveal to us who He is.

How To Be Thankful

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 02 Dec 2013 20:07:18 +0000

Knowing the importance of giving thanks is one thing, but actually doing it can be challenging. We don’t naturally give thanks when circumstances in life seem wrong; when our car breaks down on the freeway or we get in an accident, or we lose our job, or anything else that we would determine as less than desirable for ourselves. But it is in the context of life’s circumstances that we glorify God; the way we respond and react in life reveals great truth about who we are. We can prepare ourselves for life so that we respond and react in a way that glorifies God; thanksgiving.

Why Thankfulness?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 02:30:13 +0000

In Luke 17 Jesus heals ten lepers but only one returns to gives thanks. Though Jesus did not command them to return and give thanks, he was surprised that only one did; and that he was a foreigner. What can we learn about being thankful from this? Was this man simply being respectful, or was there more? Why should we be thankful, and what does that mean?

The Natural Man

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 14:08:44 +0000

All mankind has a center to their being. At that center is a throne. The Natural Man himself is sitting on that throne. No matter what stage of life you are in; if Jesus is not sitting on that throne, you have not come to salvation.

Heart of the Unbeliever

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 13 Nov 2013 14:27:30 +0000

When it comes to war, it is vitally important to know the enemy. When it comes to spreading the gospel message, we also need to know what we’re up against. We need to understand how an unbeliever thinks. What is actually going on in their heart when they say, “I don’t believe in God.” Are they pleading ignorance? Do they need further proof?

Are You Clean?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 04 Nov 2013 14:57:46 +0000

Jesus washed the twelve disciples feet; it seems even the feet of Judas Iscariot. Jesus does however state that “not all of you are clean”, speaking of Judas. Even though Judas was one of the twelve, he was not counted clean by Jesus. Are you clean? If so, are you still clean? Jesus also spoke to Peter saying “If I do not wash you, you have no share with me”. Even though most of the twelve were already made clean, they needed a little washing to stay clean. Are you still clean?

The Double Minded Man

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 28 Oct 2013 13:43:21 +0000

The double minded man is unstable in all his ways. We live each day in a war, the flesh against the Spirit. We will be unstable in all our ways if we do not submit ourselves to God. He gives the spirit of wisdom; the spirit of understanding; the spirit of counsel; the spirit of strength; the spirit of knowledge, and the spirit of the fear of the Lord. These are brought about from within us, for the Spirit of God makes His dwelling within us. They are not tacked on from the outside. Full submission of our heart to God is the beginning.

The Love of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 13:23:52 +0000

“The Love of God is greater far than tongue or pen can ever tell; It goes beyond the highest star, and reaches to the lowest hell.” These are lyrics to a hymn by F.M. Lehman which help us broaden our scope of understanding the measureless greatness of God’s love. To know and understand that His love for us is as intense today as it was the day Jesus’ willingly gave his life for ours. We have no need to doubt the depths of God’s love, we can knowingly trust that He will receive a repentant sinner.

Defining Good

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 14 Oct 2013 13:17:03 +0000

The Lord is good. He is the measure, the standard, the definition of “good”. Our faith must be grounded in Him, not in the world around us. Because He is good, we can know that everything he says or does is completely good; He would never do something contrary to himself. When it comes to our life of faith, do we believe that he is good even if our circumstances seem to indicate otherwise?

The Unchanging God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 07 Oct 2013 01:21:27 +0000

Knowing that God doesn’t change, we understand that He is reliable, dependable, trustworthy, truthful. He is a rock; a cornerstone or foundation stone which secures a whole building. He will be our firm foundation for the trials and storms of life, we must simply be obedient. His attitude toward sin is always the same, his attitude toward a repentant sinner is always the same. We must live our lives in humble obedience to God.

Who is the God you know?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 13:54:43 +0000

White light, shone through a glass prism, reveals all of the colors. Pure white light contains all of the colors; you do not have pure white light if you remove one of the colors or if they are out of balance. God’s attributes are like the colors in the color spectrum. If the God you know only consists of some of his attributes, do you really know who He is. You cannot accurately understand pure white light if you are missing certain colors, and you cannot accurately understand who God is, if you are missing certain attributes. If you do not know the God of “White Light”, do you actually know God … what’s stopping you?

Choose Whom You Will Serve

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 13:26:57 +0000

Nowadays when we go in for surgery, a surgeon is able to both examine a patient for problems and fix any problems he may find; as long as the patient agrees and signs the consent form. If the patient does not agree, the surgeon does not fix the problem. The Lord reveals sin in our life. If we do not consent to His removing of these sins, they will remain. A Christian must choose to serve the Lord and put away all forms of idolatry.

No Fear In Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Sep 2013 14:30:57 +0000

The Bible says there is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. We live our lives in fear… fear of public speaking, losing control of situations, losing our job, having our inabilities found out, fear of the unknown, fear of confrontation, even death. If you are afraid, you have not allowed God to love you. We must accept God’s love on His terms and allow His love to drive out fear.

God Shining In Our Hearts

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 09 Sep 2013 22:02:43 +0000

Light radiates from a source, reflects off an object, and we observe the reflected light with our eyes. The very same principle is true for followers of Christ. We have observed God’s love in the face of Jesus Christ. A born again believer must radiate God’s love to the world around.

Do we have any right to withhold God’s Love from anyone?

“By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” – John 13:35

Renewing Your Mind

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 28 Aug 2013 19:13:52 +0000

Being born again is about a new life with a new nature. It’s about dying to your old nature and living life with a new nature; the nature of Jesus Christ. Scripture describes the reality of this change, and it also tells us a key component to true transformation. It’s known as renewing the mind. It is through our mind that sin and the enemy are able to deceive us and lead us astray. What controls our mind will ultimately direct our path. Our mind must be renewed by the source of our new life, which is Jesus Christ. Listen as we teach the necessity of dying to our old nature and putting on our new nature by the renewing of our mind.

Perfectly Pure

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 20 Aug 2013 21:45:43 +0000

God is Light and in Him is no darkness at all. He is perfectly pure; altogether, in himself complete. He is altogether Righteous; altogether Just; altogether Good. He has revealed himself to us in various ways, but in order to understand that revelation, we must be humble before the Lord; for God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.

Our Covenant Keeping God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Wed, 14 Aug 2013 11:20:10 +0000

Covenant. It’s how God relates to man. There was an old covenant, as described in the Old Testament, and we should learn about it to know more about who God is. It was holy and good. Unfortunately, man was unfaithful to his side of the covenant. But God, out of mercy and love for us, has initiated a new covenant, and He has replaced the old covenant with the new. It is this new covenant that we refer to as the Good News; the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is described to us in the New Testament, and God has invited each one of us to accept and commit to His new covenant. When we do, He promises cleansing from our sins, and the blessing of new life. One that will last for eternity. Be encouraged as we reflect on the good news of God’s new covenant.

The New Covenant

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Mon, 05 Aug 2013 22:44:56 +0000

Covenant. It’s how God relates to man. There was an old covenant, as described in the Old Testament, and we should learn about it to know more about who God is. It was holy and good. Unfortunately, man didn’t hold-up his side of the covenant. But God, out of mercy and love for us, has initiated a new covenant, and He has replaced the old covenant with the new. It is this new covenant that we refer to as the Good News; the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is described to us in the New Testament, and God has invited each one of us to accept and commit to His new covenant. When we do, He promises cleansing from our sins, and the blessing of new life. One that will last for eternity. Be encouraged as we reflect on the good news of God’s new covenant.

How To Miss Heaven When You Die

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Jul 2013 14:30:33 +0000

There is a half-built highway bridge in Cape Town, South Africa that comes to an abrupt end and hangs perilously in midair. If you were to drive on this road, you would think it was taking you somewhere, but you would soon plunge off the end to your demise. The same is true with salvation. Many people follow patterns and lifestyles they think will take them to heaven, but when they reach the end of life, they will plunge into a godless eternity. What are you trusting in to make you right with God and take you to heaven when you die? Make absolutely sure it is not one of the false hopes for eternity the Bible warns us about!

Being Willing To Do What You Can

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Jul 2013 14:30:12 +0000

There are people in the Bible whose names we know very well. Sermons are preached about them, Sunday School lessons are taught about them, even books have been written about them. But there is a hidden hero in the Bible who was highly praised by Paul for serving faithfully in the shadows and for simply being willing to do what he could. Are you serving the Lord without recognition or applause? Take heart! God sees your service, and He will reward you one day!

Why God Hates Grumbling

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Jul 2013 14:30:44 +0000

If we were asked to list destructive sins that stir God’s anger and hinder the light of the gospel from shining, complaining and grumbling would probably not even make it on the list. And yet God puts grumbling right alongside the sin of idol worship, paganism and sexual immorality! Why? Because grumbling is a sign of an ungrateful heart towards God’s goodness, and it severely damages the testimony of the gospel. Is your life characterized by a grateful spirit or an undercurrent of complaining?

Finding Satisfaction that Lasts Forever

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Jun 2013 14:30:06 +0000

There are inner hungers within every human heart that long to be fulfilled. The heart yearns to know, “Who am I? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going? Does my life have any real meaning and purpose?” While we may search for answers to these questions in the things of this world, we will always be left empty and unsatisfied. That is because the fulfillment to man’s deepest longings can only be found in Jesus Christ. Jesus said, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry.” If you turn to Him, you will discover satisfaction that lasts forever!

Work Out Your Salvation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Jun 2013 14:30:19 +0000

What higher priority could there be in our lives than that of our own salvation? Yet, many are confused, deceived, or indifferent when it comes to this vital topic. Scripture teaches us how to avoid these errors, and we must be diligent in making sure our claim of salvation is in agreement with the description of salvation found in God’s Word.

As You Have Obeyed

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:30:21 +0000

When Christ gave His life for us, He also set an example for us to follow. It was an example of humble obedience to His Father’s will, even to the extent of death on a cross. Claiming faith in God without obedience to His commands is nothing more than wishful thinking. It’s a hollow claim. Scripture is very clear on this, and Jesus warned of many who will deceive themselves because they fail to understand this truth.

Walking in the Humble Steps of Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 14:30:19 +0000

It is staggering to think of everything Jesus left behind to come to earth and save us! He set aside all His kingly rights, made himself nothing, and became a humble servant to show us what sacrificial love really looks like. However, it is not enough for us to admire His humility from a distance. The Bible calls us to humble ourselves in exactly the same way and to love others as Jesus loved us.

Can’t We All Just Get Along?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 14:30:08 +0000

The war that killed more American soldiers than any other war in history was the Civil War. More lives were destroyed by fighting among ourselves than by fighting an outside enemy. The same is true in the church. If Satan can get us to turn our swords on each other, the gospel will never advance, and the name of Christ will be tarnished in the eyes of a watching world once again. Are you contributing to the unity or disunity of your church?

Are We Living Worthy of the Gospel?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 May 2013 14:30:28 +0000

Philippians 1:27 urges us to live lives worthy of the gospel of Christ. This literally means that our lives should give equal weight and value to the sacrifice that Christ made by giving His life for us. If His death was placed on one side of an old-fashioned scale and our life was placed on the other side, would it reveal that we are living in a way that measures up to what He did for us? Are our lives an appropriate reflection of the gospel?

Our Dying Savior Gives New Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:30:41 +0000

The death of Christ on the cross changes more than our legal status before God in heaven. It does more than just save us from our sins and give us a home in heaven. His death must also bring about a complete change in our daily walk here on earth. It is impossible for anyone to have a genuine encounter with Jesus Christ and walk away unchanged! Today we celebrate not only the death Jesus died, but the life He gives. Are you living that new life?

To Die is Gain

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 May 2013 14:30:31 +0000

Death. It’s a topic no one likes to talk about. People do everything they can to stay young as long as possible and extend their life in the hopes of delaying the inevitable. Even many Christians are afraid to think about death. But as followers of Christ, we not only have nothing to fear about death, the Bible tells us that dying will actually be our greatest day ever! If we can truly say, “For me to live is Christ,” then the last half of that statement will also be true: “…and to die is gain!” Join us for a very uplifting and encouraging look at this normally gloomy subject.

To Live is Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:30:17 +0000

What are you living for? It’s a simple question, yet how you answer it has profound implications. For the apostle Paul, the answer was unmistakable. He said, “For me to live is Christ!” Could your life’s statement be that clear; that there would be no need for additional words or further explanations? Is Christ the very purpose, priority, and passion of your existence?

Enduring Trials for God’s Glory

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:30:43 +0000

Some people teach that God never uses pain or trials or sickness to bring about His will. While this may sound good, it is absolutely not biblical. As we will see today, God uses many things, including suffering, to bring about His purpose. The question is not whether we will face trials, but whether we will respond to them in ways that glorify God. If you are in the middle of a painful, confusing time in life right now, we pray that this message will be a great encouragement to you!

Will God Ever Give Up On Me?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 14:30:15 +0000

Paul opens his letter to the church in Philippi with incredible words of love and encouragement, thanking them for their faithful partnership in the Gospel from the first day until now. Then he tells them that it was God who saved them, and it will be God who carries their salvation on to completion. He is reminding them that there is nothing they can do through their own efforts to earn salvation or to keep their salvation secure. If you ever worry about losing your salvation, these are great verses to help you settle this matter once and for all.

The Strange Leading of the Holy Spirit

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 14:30:30 +0000

The great church in Philippi began, not through clever planning and brilliant strategy, but because of “failed” plans by a missionary team. They had planned to take the Gospel into Asia, but the Holy Spirit would not allow them to go there, and sent them instead to the city of Philippi where they were severely beaten and thrown into prison. Surely this could not be God’s will for them! Yet out of that hardship came a beautiful church. Are you learning to follow the Holy Spirit’s leading, even when His plans don’t make sense?

The Incredible Exchange

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:30:47 +0000

We’ve all been conned into a bad deal or two in our lifetime. But God comes to us this Easter weekend and offers us a deal that is so amazing, it would make no sense to refuse. He is inviting us to become part of the incredible exchange that took place on the cross and the empty tomb 2,000 years ago. That is when God took all of our sinfulness and placed it on Jesus, and God took all of His sinlessness and placed it on us, and for all who accept this offer, God no longer sees us as rotten sinners, He sees us righteous sons. Have you accepted this offer? It is the greatest deal you will ever make, and it will result in the greatest change you will ever experience!

Power from on High

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 14:30:39 +0000

Jesus left us with a great commission. We are to take His message into all the world. But He didn’t expect us to attempt it in our own strength and abilities. He promised us another Helper who would guarantee our success. Listen as we uncover this incredible promise Jesus still offers to every follower who asks to receive.

Living Water

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:30:40 +0000

If we only had hours to live, we would make sure our last instructions for our loved ones were the most important. That was the case for Jesus, as well. Join us as we take a look at some of the final instructions Jesus left with His loved ones.

Don’t Just Make a Living. Make a Life!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 14:30:58 +0000

God has a specific purpose for every one of us to play in His redemptive mission on this earth. He has a “life purpose” for us that is bigger than our “life provision.” The trouble is, we spend most of our life pursuing our provision instead of pursuing our purpose. Our life provision is how we make a living… our life purpose is how we make a life! Once you begin to discover your life purpose, you will discover a life of real meaning and joy far beyond the daily 8-5 grind, and you will then be able to live with confidence, knowing exactly what your role is in God’s great plan!

When God Intersects Your Path

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 15:30:49 +0000

We all spend the first part of our life trying to build our own empire—getting the right education, finding the best career that will pay us the most money, buying a nice house, marrying the person of our dreams. But at some point, crisis slams into our life, and we begin questioning everything we’re living for. It is at this stage that we become most receptive to God’s voice. Unfortunately, many of us spend far too long in the first stage, ignoring the calls of God, and continuing to ask God to bless our plans instead of getting on board with His plans. But God created us for something bigger than building our own empire. He created us to build His kingdom! What stage of life are you in?

Pursuing What Really Matters

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 15:30:39 +0000

Every day we are bombarded with messages telling us something else we need to buy in order to be happier, healthier or more comfortable. We are told that if we drive this particular car or wear this brand of clothes or live in this neighborhood, then we will be a notch above everyone else. But the problem is, as millions have discovered too late, none of those things are worth a dime when life is over. If we are ever going to be bold followers of Jesus, we must make absolutely sure we’re pursuing what really matters in the eyes of God.

Laying Everything On The Line

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:30:49 +0000

Have you ever laid everything on the line for something? The truth is, we all take risks in life in many different ways — going from being single to being married, deciding to have children, stepping out to pursue our dream career. But have you ever risked everything for Jesus? Have you ever intentionally laid down your entire life to live His life instead? Yes, you may have trusted Jesus with your soul… but have you ever trusted Him with your life? He said if we’re not willing to do that, we will get to the end and realize we lost everything. But if we give up our life for His, we will discover what life is really all about!

Following Jesus, No Strings Attached

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 15:30:17 +0000

Today’s advertising experts would have to admit that Jesus had the worst marketing campaign in history! Instead of advertising all the good things up front and putting the bad things in fine print, He came right out and said that if anyone wanted to follow Him, they first had to deny themselves, take up a cross, abandon every other allegiance in life, give up everything they had, and follow Him, possibly even to the death. He made it painfully clear that no one could be His disciple if they were still holding onto anything that came before Him. And still today, He requires that we follow Him, no strings attached!

Who is Really in Charge of Your Life?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 15:30:04 +0000

We’ve all seen funny or embarrassing things happen at weddings, but just imagine how stunned you would be to hear a bride standing at the altar refusing to forsake all others and give herself to her husband alone! Yet we think nothing of entering into a relationship with Jesus that very same way. Some people say, “I want to go to heaven when I die, but I don’t want Jesus ruling over my life!” The fact is, Jesus doesn’t give us that option! He demands exclusive ownership of every area of our lives. You may have received Jesus as Savior, but have you ever invited Him to be the Lord and Master of your life?

One Question You Never Want to Hear

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 15:30:06 +0000

Imagine if Jesus called you and said He wanted to come by your house that evening to speak with you for a few minutes. As you excitedly invited Him into your living room, He took a seat right beside you, then turned to you and took your hand in His. Then He looked into your eyes with incredible love, and said very gently but with great concern, “Why do you call me Lord, and do not do what I say?” Can you imagine how your heart would sink? What does making Him Lord really mean, and how can we make sure we never have to hear that question?

Whatever He Says to You, Do It!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 15:30:11 +0000

The last time we ever hear Mary the mother of Jesus speak is when she points people to Jesus and says, “Whatever He says to you, do it!” After this, we never hear her speak another word in the Bible. What a powerful final statement to leave with the world, and it is still the greatest advice for anyone who will listen. If we ever hope to become bold followers of Jesus, we must make these words our life’s anthem, and be willing to do whatever Jesus tells us to do.

Another Year of Grace

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 15:30:39 +0000

As 2012 falls from the calendar and we stand on the threshold of a brand new year, one thing we can all say for sure is that God has given us another year of grace! We’ve had another 12 months to live for Him, to grow in Him, to bear fruit for His kingdom… but what have we done with those opportunities? Are we closer to Christ today than we were this time last year, or has our relationship with Him drifted apart? Each new year God gives us to live is another year we don’t deserve — another year of grace. What will we do with this one?

Surrendering Your Future to God’s Will

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 15:30:35 +0000

The night before Jesus went to the cross, He agonized over that step of obedience so deeply that the Bible says His soul was overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death! He asked His Father if there was any other way, but He concluded that prayer by saying, “…not my will, but Thy will be done.” Jesus was willing to surrender His future to God because he trusted His Father completely. He let go of everything that might have held Him back from total obedience. What about you? Is there anything holding you back from fully surrendering your future to God’s will?

What Child is This?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 15:30:56 +0000

Centuries before Jesus came, people shook their heads and wondered what kind of Savior this might be who the prophets said would come, not as a mighty warrior, but as a little baby. Then, when He did come, people shook their heads in wonder and amazement at the things He said and did, as they asked each other, “Who is this?” Today, this continues to be life’s most important question — deciding for ourselves who this Child really is. Have you answered this all-important question?

Joy to the World

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 15:30:07 +0000

The world can offer you momentary happiness, but only Jesus can give you lasting joy. Happiness comes and goes depending on life’s circumstances, but joy remains even in the worst of times. But is it really possible for anyone to experience this kind of joy? Despite having so many things in life like pleasures, pursuits and possessions, most people are still not fulfilled. What about you? Are you still searching for joy and fulfillment? Today’s message tells how you can have the joy that Jesus came to give, even when life let’s you down!

O Holy Night

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 15:30:16 +0000

A song most of us know as “O Holy Night” is a favorite of many, but the origin is not as commonly known. First written as a poem to be read in a Christmas service in France, the original French version is a powerful reminder of the truth and good news of that holy night our Redeemer was born.

Do You Hear What I Hear?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 15:30:07 +0000

October 1962 was a time of tremendous uncertainty and fear for Americans. The Cuban missile crisis had reached its most critical hour as America stood toe to toe with the Soviets and wondered if a nuclear war was imminent. People were gripped with panic, and it was during this dreadful time that Noel Regney wrote the song, Do You Hear What I Hear? It was a prayer for peace, encouraging everyone everywhere to look carefully and listen closely to the message that the Baby in the manger brings to all who will trust in Him. Jesus alone can bring true peace in life’s most troubling times. Do you know the peace that He gives?

O Little Town of Bethlehem

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 15:30:49 +0000

When God sent His Son to earth, why didn’t He choose a major world city to announce His arrival to millions of people? Instead, He chose the tiny town of Bethlehem and only announced His birth to lowly shepherds in the middle of the night. And instead of coming as a mighty warrior or a powerful political leader, He came as a helpless baby born into a poor family. But why? Why did He choose to come that way? Once you understand the reasons why He came, lived and died the way He did, you will gain a new appreciation for the lengths that God went to in order to identify with our struggles and become one of us!

Living With Purpose Right Where You Are

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Nov 2012 15:30:25 +0000

It’s an awesome thing to see God moving through you to touch the lives of others, and the best part is, you don’t have to earn a special degree, write a best-selling book, or become a great speaker… God wants to use you right where you are with what He has already given you! Did you know that whatever you do for a living, you are just as ordained by God as the pastor who stands in the pulpit every week? It’s true! Today we look at three simple steps you can take to allow God to start using your life in powerful, eternally significant ways right where you are. We encourage you to follow these steps of obedience and watch what God will do through you to impact the lives of others with His love, His light and His hope!

God Chose You for His Team!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 15:30:49 +0000

Remember being on the playground at school when the kids would choose teams for kickball? Did you ever have the awful experience of being the last one chosen, or maybe not being chosen at all? Sadly, many people go through their entire life feeling that God would never want them on His team because they see themselves as having no value at all. If you feel weak, ashamed, broken, overlooked or useless in life, you need to know that God sees great value in you! In fact, you are exactly the person He is looking for to show His greatness through. Listen and be encouraged by today’s message!

Validating Our Claim

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 15:30:01 +0000

Continuing our study of the book of James, join us as we focus on validating our claim of worshiping and serving God. James certainly doesn’t beat around the bush on this one.

He Sees You in the Storm

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 14:30:30 +0000

When the storms of life are beating down upon you, it is very easy to forget everything you thought you knew about God. Sometimes when you’re all alone struggling against the wind and waves, it can feel like God has forgotten you. Your prayers seem to go unheard and you wonder if He will ever come to your rescue. In those difficult times, it is vital that you remember three important truths about God. These truths will help you hold on through even the roughest seas and guide you safely to your destination!

He Himself is Our Peace

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 14:30:06 +0000

Regardless of who we are or how much we love God, the storms of life are bound to come. We sometimes endure struggles that feel completely overwhelming, and we wonder if God has forgotten all about us. Have you ever felt like the dark clouds would never roll away and let the sun shine again? If so, these sermons will bring you fresh hope and help you find peace in your storm.

The Heart That Listens

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 14:30:31 +0000

God’s Word has the power to save us. But when we see His words with our eyes and hear them with our ears are we truly seeing and hearing them? Join us as we learn some important truths concerning seeing and listening to God’s Word.

The Folly of Two Souls

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Oct 2012 14:30:07 +0000

Do you question whether God still answers prayers today? Your honest response to that question is likely shaped by the effectiveness of your prayers in the past. But have you examined yourself and your prayers under the light of God’s Word? Join us as we look at what Scripture teaches about asking and receiving.

Pausing to Give Thanks

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 14:30:02 +0000

As a church family, we decided to pause this week to thank God for just a few of the many things He has already done for us. Join us as we hear and follow the example set forth in Scripture of expressing our thankfulness to God, regardless of our current circumstances.

Accepted in the Beloved

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Sep 2012 14:30:22 +0000

Have wounds of rejection made it hard for you to believe God accepts you? Does guilt and shame prevent you from calling out to Him? You’re not alone. Listen as we uncover the encouraging truth about God’s acceptance of us.

Getting to the Root

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Sep 2012 14:30:10 +0000

When there’s an ugly weed in your flower bed, you know you must pull-up the root to prevent it from growing again. In the same way, when an ugly weed keeps popping-up in the life of a Christian, the remedy is no different. You must pull-up the root. Join us as we uncover some of the root issues that cause unnecessary hardships in the life of a believer.

Going Deep

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 14:30:41 +0000

Do you ever feel the pressure of life that limits your ability to build deeper relationships? Does this same pressure limit your availability and accessibility to others? Listen as we learn how availability is being willing to adjust our own schedule, agenda, and plans to fit the right desires of God and others.

Fear Not

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Sep 2012 14:30:17 +0000

God tells us not to fear. So, how are we doing with that? Many Christians seem to have forgotten what God says about fear, worry, and anxiety. Join us as we look into God’s Word to learn what He says about fear, and why we need to pay attention.

Our Pudding of Proof

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 14:30:47 +0000

“The proof is in the pudding.” It’s a phrase we sometimes hear when someone wants proof of a claim. So, what about our claim of loving Jesus Christ? How do we show proof of that claim? Listen as we uncover the “pudding of proof” for those who truly belong to the Lord Jesus Christ.

The Purpose of Communion

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 14:30:20 +0000

Communion should be a regular part of any Christian fellowship. But do we really understand the significance of it and practice it worthily? Join us for a great reminder of why communion is such an important act of our Christian faith.

Walking in the New Life, Part 6: Prosperity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 14:30:20 +0000

Prosperity… We often hear it both preached and preached against in churches these days. So, what does God really say about it, and what should it look like in the lives of God’s children? Listen as we dive into God’s Word and uncover what He says about prosperity for His children.

Walking in the New Life, Part 5: Salt & Light

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 14:30:15 +0000

Jesus tells us we are salt and light to the world, but what does that mean? Listen as we explore some incredible truths about the new life we have and how it should impact those around us.

Standing Firm in the Lord

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 14:30:11 +0000

When facing discouragement and difficulties in life, do you turn to yourself and the world, or do you turn to the Lord? As the narrow road becomes hard to travel, we must not shrink back from our faith. Join us as we hear an inspiring message about standing firm in the Lord.

Walking in the New Life, Part 4: Our Words

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Jul 2012 14:30:07 +0000

Our words… God has a lot to say about them, but are we paying attention? As His children, we hold the power to speak words of life or death. And whatever is in our hearts is what will come out of our mouths. Let’s take a close look at the truth of what God wants to hear from His children.

Walking in the New Life, Part 3: Set Apart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 14:30:56 +0000

As God’s children, we are set apart by Him and for Him. But what does it mean to be “set apart”? Does that really apply to us, today? Join us as we take a look at the strong emphasis Scripture maintains on this truth of being set apart from the rest of the world.

Free from the Need to Earn God’s Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 14:30:36 +0000

Some people grow up without ever hearing their father say, “I love you,” and consequently they spend their entire life doing everything they can to try and earn his love. Often, we as Christians do the same thing with our heavenly Father. We feel like we have to meet certain standards and do enough good things in order to earn God’s love and acceptance. If you are living that way, you are believing a lie! The Bible says we are already fully loved and accepted by God because of what Christ has done, and there is nothing we can do to make God love us more. Come discover what the Bible says about God’s amazing love for you, and learn to live in the freedom and joy of that relationship!

Free from the Power and the Penalty of Sin

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 14:30:50 +0000

When a prisoner is pardoned and set free, he doesn’t live the rest of his life hanging around the prison yard and sleeping in his old cell at night. He lives in freedom! When a person receives Jesus as his Savior, he is forgiven and set free from his sin, but unfortunately, many Christians cannot believe they are really free, so they continue to live each day trapped by the power of sin. The Bible tells us that because of Christ, we have been set free from the power and the penalty of sin. This is great news! Listen to today’s message and learn how to live in the freedom you’ve been given!

Walking in the New Life, Part 2: Our Justification

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Jun 2012 14:30:36 +0000

Romans 8 is an exciting proclamation of what the new life is all about. Paul opens the chapter by laying the cornerstone of our faith, and then goes on to describe to us the vital role of the mind in the new life of a believer.

Walking in the New Life, Part 1: The Truth About Sin

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:30:27 +0000

In order to rise-up beyond the lowlands of salvation, we must first be resolute in our understanding of God’s character when it comes to sin. God has not changed, and repentance is a foundation stone on which the new life must be built.

Blessed To Be A Blessing

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 14:30:53 +0000

No one has to teach little children to pull a toy out of another child’s hand and say, “Mine!” We’re all born with that selfish nature in us. And even as adults, we struggle with the same problem. God blesses us with so many things — not only material things, but salvation too — and our tendency is to hold on tightly to those blessings and say, “These are mine!” But the truth is, God blesses us, not only for our benefit, but so we can invest those blessings into the lives of others for His glory. When a church learns to start releasing God’s blessings into the mission of Christ, it will unleash His power and see lives impacted for all eternity!

Truth or Tradition – What are We Fighting For?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 14:30:00 +0000

There are many issues in the church that have caused heated debate and division over the years. Surprisingly, most churches don’t argue over major doctrinal issues, but over far less important matters like what type of music is right or wrong, which instruments are acceptable in the church and which ones are worldly, whether suits and ties are more pleasing to God than casual clothes, etc., etc. If we don’t learn to put these issues into their proper categories, we will end up confusing tradition with truth, and we will be guilty of exactly what Jesus warned us about — trading in the commands of God for the traditions of men!

The Corruption of the Church, Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 May 2012 14:30:15 +0000

Over the centuries, false doctrine has made its way into the church in many forms, and today there are millions of people being taught things that are absolutely untrue. Many people are told to pray to Mary, that she was sinless, that she is a co-savior with Christ, and even that she rose from the dead and ascended to heaven! How is it possible that churches can teach such things when there is not one verse in the entire Bible to verify these false claims? How did such lies make their way into the church, and what should our response be?

The Corruption of the Church, Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 May 2012 14:30:10 +0000

When Jesus died on the cross, He opened the way for every believer to have direct access to God through Him. This new relationship was one of the foundational doctrines of the early church, but in 312 A.D. Emperor Constantine of Rome forced a system of lies into the church that completely distorted this biblical truth. Pastors were no longer seen as “Shepherds,” but were renamed Priests and wore visually intimidating robes to elevate themselves above the common man. Church members were falsely told that they now had to go through a Priest in order to reach God, and this began the corruption of the church which continues to this very day!

Church: It’s Not About Buildings and Steeples

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 May 2012 14:30:13 +0000

Ask someone to show you their church and they’ll point to the building where they meet on Sundays. But is that really a church? It is amazing to see just how far our understanding of church has drifted from the Book of Acts. If you had asked any follower of Christ in those days to show you their church, they would have called the other believers together, pointed to them and said, “Here is our church.” Today we think church is a place we go, but we couldn’t be more wrong! Once we regain a correct understanding of what the church really is, it will radically change how we see our role in it.

Church: Whose Idea Was This?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 May 2012 14:30:17 +0000

Most of us who were raised in Christian circles will spend our entire life involved in the church to one degree or another. But what do we really know about the history of the church? Who started it, and why do we even bother being part of a 2,000-year-old organization, anyway? How has the church survived that long when most other organizations, and even entire nations, have long since failed and vanished from the face of the earth? Why are people willing to give their lives for the church, and exactly how big of a commitment should we be willing to make?

The Church is Not the Destination

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:30:53 +0000

For far too long Christians have believed that if we could just get the people “out there” to come to our church, then we have accomplished the mission of the church. The more people who show up on Sunday, the more we think we’re winning. Nothing could be further from the truth! In this powerful message, Reggie McNeal shows us that we’re using the wrong scorecard, and reminds us that the church is not the destination, but rather the “connector” to get people where God really wants them to go.

Communion Service (4/15/2012)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 14:30:03 +0000

During World War II, men in a prisoner of war camp were radically changed when they saw an innocent soldier lay down his life to save theirs. Decades after that event, they still remembered that soldier and paid tribute to his selfless sacrifice. Join us for today’s message as we pause to remember the ultimate sacrifice that was made for us when Jesus willingly laid down His life to save us. How has this great sacrifice affected you?

Grace That is Greater Than All Our Sin

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 14:30:41 +0000

We have all done things in our lifetime that we know are wrong. Sadly, many people go through their entire life carrying the guilt and shame of things from their past, never feeling worthy, loved or accepted by God. But because Jesus died on the cross and rose again, we can break free from a life of guilt by receiving the forgiveness and grace He offers to us. Regardless of who you are or what you’ve done, God’s grace is greater than all our sin, and you can receive that grace today!

How to Conclude Your Life Well

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 14:30:53 +0000

Solomon had everything a person could ever want, yet despite all his wealth and learning, he chose to live for the pleasures of this world and failed to consider the end of his life until it was too late. 1 Kings 11 says, “Solomon’s heart was not fully devoted to the Lord.” Although he knew the Word of the Lord very well, he failed to put it into practice in his own life, and so his life ended in heartache and regret. What about you? Are you living life with the end in view, making choices now that will keep your heart focused upon God so that you can conclude your life well?

Remember Your Creator While There is Still Time

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 14:30:39 +0000

Solomon started out his life so well… following God with all his heart and choosing wisdom over riches, fame and pleasure. But somewhere along the way, he got his focus off of God and began pursuing other things, and because of this, Solomon’s life ended in misery and regret. Although he had everything his heart desired, he described the conclusion of all his pursuits are being empty and meaningless. As an old man, realizing the error of his ways, he urges all of us reading his words to remember God while we are still young, and keep our eyes upon Him all the days of our life.

Crossing Our Jordan Rivers – Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 14:30:14 +0000

It’s one thing to read books about faith and hear stories about other people’s faith, but it’s another thing entirely when God calls us to step out on faith! The fact is, we can’t live on someone else’s faith. There comes a time in each of our lives when we must decide to either step out into an impossible situation and trust God completely, or turn and go the other way. Are you content to live your entire life just hearing stories about great faith, or are you determined to step out for God and have stories of your own to share with your grandchildren? God is looking for people to step out and trust Him wherever He leads. Will you be one of those people?

Crossing Our Jordan Rivers – Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 14:30:20 +0000

God’s paths seldom make sense. Often in life God leads us straight into what looks like an impossible situation where even our best resources are not enough to get us through. This is how the Israelites felt when God led them to the banks of the Jordan River at flood stage and commanded them to step out into the water and go across! These moments are not obstacles, but opportunities to see God’s power displayed! Are we willing to trust God to make a way where there is no way?

Safe in the Hands of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 15:30:20 +0000

Living a righteous life does not exempt us from suffering. In fact, the Bible says we often see the wicked getting what the righteous deserve, and the righteous getting what the wicked deserve. While this may leave us confused and unsettled, there is one thing we can know for sure—that we are all in God’s hands. Both the good times and the bad times of life are in God’s hands and under His watchful care. Even though you may not be able to make sense of the circumstances in your life right now, you can take great comfort in knowing that God is holding you safely in His hands!

What Will Be Written on Your Tombstone?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:30:09 +0000

Whether we realize it or not, we will all leave some kind of monument after we die that others will remember us by. The Bible warns us how important it is for us to live in such a way that we will not only have a good name while we’re alive, but that even after we’re gone, our good name will linger on as a sweet fragrance to bless the lives of those who follow. Each day we live we’re adding a new page to the memoir of our life. What are you writing on your page today, and what will be written on your tombstone when your life is over?

Stand in Awe of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 15:30:45 +0000

Have you ever noticed how Sunday mornings can be the most frantic time of the week? After rushing to get the kids ready, cleaning up the spilled orange juice, leaving the house late (again) and racing across town just in time for the service to start… the first few songs go by and you realize you haven’t given any thought to God at all. In this fast-paced world it’s easy to allow our worship to become just another event, but God warns us that He despises heartless worship! Today’s message is a reminder of the awesome God we serve, and that we must never allow our worship of Him to be treated casually.

Living Life for the Sake of Others

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:30:33 +0000

In a world filled with non-stop advertising telling us how to improve OUR finances, OUR career, OUR possessions, OUR lifestyle, etc., it requires constant diligence to remind ourselves that as followers of Christ, this life is NOT about us! The truth is, the more we gather for ourselves, the more enslaved we become. Real life and freedom can only be found when we give our lives away. So how do we rise above this temptation to live for ourselves and answer the call of Christ to live for the sake of others?

Trusting God in the Hard Seasons of Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:30:17 +0000

We all go through many different seasons in life. Some seasons bring laughter and comfort, while other seasons bring sorrow and pain. It is natural for us to pray and ask God to get us out of the difficult seasons as quickly as possible… but when we do, we fail to realize this vital principle: Whenever we choose to change God’s timing, we’re choosing to depart from God’s plan. Does God have you in a season of life right now that you wish He would hurry up and get you out of? If so, we pray that this message will be a great encouragement to you!

Choose Carefully What You Chase After in Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:30:02 +0000

What do you think the richest, most popular, most successful man in history might say about life when he reached the end? The fact is, we don’t have to wonder… we can know exactly what he said by reading the book of Ecclesiastes. Solomon had it all. He spared himself no pleasure and denied himself nothing his eyes saw. Yet he reached the end and summed it up by saying that he hated life, and all his pursuits were meaningless. Are the things you’re chasing after going to matter in eternity, or will they run through your fingers like sand?

Does Life Feel Like an Endless Cycle?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 15:30:39 +0000

Someone once said, “I climbed the ladder of success, only to find when I reached the top that it was leaning against the wrong wall.” How sad it would be to live your entire life chasing things that didn’t matter in the end. The truth is, we’re all pursuing something. How can we be sure the things we’re pursuing will matter in eternity, or whether they will slip through our fingers like sand when life is over? Join us as we explore these questions, and many more, to make sure we’re living the life God intended!

Will You Finish What You Start This Year?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:30:12 +0000

It’s easier to start something than it is to finish it… It’s easier to get married than to stay married. It’s easier to have children than to raise children. It’s easier to start school than to finish school. And most dangerous of all, it’s easier to receive Jesus as Savior than it is to follow Him all the days of your life as Lord. One thing is sure… this year you will be tempted to quit something you shouldn’t quit. Will you be prepared to use Christ as your example to press through those times as He pressed through for you?

The Hope that Christmas Brings

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 15:30:11 +0000

The coming of Jesus into the world has had an unmistakable, undeniable impact on history… but has His coming affected you personally in any way? It is only because He came that life can have true meaning and purpose beyond the routine of the daily grind. Because He came, we can have lasting peace even in a world of turmoil. Because He came, we can receive complete forgiveness of our sins and have a personal relationship with God. No greater Gift has ever been given. Have you allowed this Gift to change your life?

What Child is This?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 15:30:19 +0000

Millions of people celebrate Christmas as just another holiday, with no acknowledgement of the very One Christmas is about. They see Christmas cards with a little baby on the front, but never stop long enough to ask, “What child is this?” But the truth is, this child cannot be ignored. His birth was unlike the birth of any other baby in history. His life has impacted the entire world like no other, and it forces all of us, sooner or later, to answer the question, “What child is this?”… and more importantly, “What decision have I made about Him?”

Being Thankful in All Circumstances

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:30:10 +0000

We have been blessed with so much and have been given so much by God that we have come to expect it. We don’t really see our blessings as “blessings” anymore… we see them as the “normal” standard of life. Therefore, when anything in our life is taken away, we grumble and feel like we’re truly suffering, and we sometimes even get angry at God. If there is anything in your life that you are struggling to give thanks for, today’s message will help reset the benchmark on what true thanksgiving really is.

Are You Living Life With the End in View?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 15:30:42 +0000

Life is busy. In the rush of work, school, raising children, paying bills, making plans… when is the last time you thought about heaven? It is so easy for us to get swamped under the demands and pursuits of this life, that all our attention and energy becomes focused entirely on earthly things. As followers of Christ, we must intentionally allow the reality of eternity to impact the way we live our lives today. Rather than getting wrapped up in the things of this world, we must have the wisdom to live life with the end in view!

We Can’t Choose Who to Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 14:30:26 +0000

Throughout history, people have always tried to relax the demands of God on their lives. Jesus said, “Forgive others,” and Peter asked, “How many times?” Jesus said, “Love your neighbor,” and the lawyer quickly replied, “Who is my neighbor?”… just to make sure he didn’t go to the trouble of loving anyone he absolutely didn’t have to. But because of the Gospel, we cannot choose who we want to love and who we don’t. We are all equal sinners in God’s eyes, and because of this, we can never again look down on anyone else.

You Are a Letter That Others Are Reading

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 14:30:30 +0000

Too often we think that sharing the Gospel means nervously giving a cold, rehearsed presentation to people who don’t know Christ. However, the message we are called to share is not a script that we memorize… the message is our lives! The Bible calls us to be “living letters” that others can read. As we live consistently for Christ each day, those around us will see how the Gospel has transformed us, and then our words will have credibility as we speak about our Savior. Today’s message gives some practical advice for doing just that.

Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 14:30:51 +0000

We have not been given the option of having our lives changed by the Gospel and then doing nothing with it. Our salvation is not just for our benefit, but for the sake of others who do not know Christ. The Bible charges us with the staggering responsibility of living our lives in a manner “worthy” of the Gospel. But we will never be motivated to take the Gospel to others unless we have eyes that see the need, and hearts that break over the need. Once we ask God to truly open our eyes and break our heart for the need of the Gospel, our lives will never be the same again!

A Church of Unity, Not Uniformity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 14:30:24 +0000

The church has been called to function in unity in order to display the Gospel to a watching world. However, churches sometimes mistakenly think that unity means uniformity. This is a costly mistake that creates churches filled with man-made rules in an attempt to make everyone look the same, think the same, and act the same. This was never God’s intention! Instead, we have been called to find unity in one thing — The Truth — and learn to function together as the Body of Christ, despite our other differences.

Exchanging God for Lesser Things

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 14:30:32 +0000

Quick, what images come to your mind when you hear the words, “idol worship?” Do you picture an ancient, pagan culture bowing down before statues carved from wood or stone? The problem is, when we think about idol worshipers, we never think about ourselves! But according to the Bible, idolatry is setting up substitute gods in our heart. So often we exchange God for other things — we allow other things to become more important to us, and when we do, we have become idol worshipers. Yes, idolatry is alive and well today, even in our churches!

Seeing Ourselves as We Really Are

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 14:30:36 +0000

Self-righteousness was the sin that Jesus faced more than any other. The Pharisees saw themselves as righteous, so they looked down on everyone else. Do we ever think we’re better than people who don’t go to church, people who commit awful crimes, people who live immoral lives? If so, that self-righteousness will keep us from taking God’s love and hope to them. None of us deserve God’s forgiveness. That’s the story of the Gospel. And because we have been forgiven, we do not have the right to choose who we will love!

Called to Go, Not Just to Gather

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 14:30:12 +0000

How do you live out the Gospel in life between Sunday morning and Saturday night? How do you live out the Gospel in life between the world that is and the world to come? How has Christ called us to interact with those around us who do not know Him? Understanding the answers to these questions and putting them into practice will help us live out the Gospel in ways that touch our city with the hope and love of Jesus Christ. Come discover what the Gospel looks like in real life.

Questioning the Heart of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 14:30:15 +0000

Is your heart broken over the things that break God’s heart? Do you care about the people He cares about? It is entirely possible to go to church, sing the songs, serve in a ministry, put money in the offering plate… and yet have a heart that is miles away from God. If you find yourself just going through the motions, begin asking God to break your heart for the things that break His heart. When that truly happens, your life will never be the same!

Following the Heart of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 14:30:41 +0000

When Jonah rebelled against God and got thrown overboard into the ocean, God would have had every right to let him drown. But once again we see the gracious heart of God in Jonah 3:1 – The word of the Lord came to Jonah a SECOND TIME. Where would any of us be right now if we had not been given a second chance by God? His mercy and patience are astounding. But the question is, what have we done with the second chances God has given us? Are we using them to live for ourselves or to live out His mission?

Rescued by the Heart of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:30:57 +0000

Jonah’s rebellion ended up getting him thrown into the sea to drown, and in reality, he was getting exactly what he deserved. But once again we see the loving heart of God; that His grace is bigger than our failures. God sent a great fish to swallow Jonah, and although Jonah thought that fish was going to be the death of him, it turned out to be the very thing God used to rescue him. What “fish” is in your life right now that you think is going to be the death of you? That may be the very thing God will use to rescue you!

Running from the Heart of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:30:53 +0000

From our earliest memories in Sunday School, we were told that the book of Jonah was all about a man being swallowed by a big fish. But in reality, the whole story of Jonah, right up to the very last verse, is about the compassionate heart of God towards those who don’t deserve His grace and forgiveness. God rescues a rebellious prophet in order to redeem a rebellious city. Join us for this exciting story, not about a great fish, but about a great God!

Forgiven of a Debt You Could Never Pay

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 14:30:20 +0000

If you were in debt for a billion dollars, imagine how grateful you would feel if someone paid it for you, especially if you had done nothing to deserve such kindness! The truth is, that debt is small compared to the debt we really do owe. Our sin has put us under a debt we can never pay, but because of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, all who trust Him by faith will be forgiven! Has the magnitude of just how much you’ve been forgiven of ever dawned upon you?

Are You Being Faithful Where You Are?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 14:30:41 +0000

Someone once said, “If you can’t be faithful where you are, you won’t be faithful where you ain’t.” We spend far too much of our lives “planning on” being faithful to God “one day.” We think, when we have more money, we’ll give… when we have more time, we’ll serve. But God is not interested in what we’re planning on doing for Him 10 years from now if we’re not being faithful today. Are you being faithful right now where you are with what you have?

Don’t Be Called a Fool by God!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 14:30:00 +0000

The Bible tells a story about a man who acquired great wealth, retired financially independent, and spent his life doing whatever he wanted to do. Today we call this the “American Dream,” and anyone who achieves it is looked upon as a success… but God called this man a fool. What were the blind spots in his life that brought such a harsh judgement from God, and how can you be sure you avoid making the same mistakes?

Have You Counted the Cost of Following Christ?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 14:30:49 +0000

Over the course of His ministry, there were thousands and thousands of people who were quick to follow Jesus when He was doing miracles. But those same crowds turned back once they learned how much it would cost them to truly follow Jesus. He said a person must be willing to give up everything he has in order to be His disciple. Even today we see people who used to follow Christ, who have now turned back because the price was too high. Will you still be following Christ a year from now?

The Father’s Love for Lost Causes

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 14:30:25 +0000

The parable of the Prodigal Son is not really about the son at all. Jesus told this parable for one reason… to show us His Father’s amazing love for the lost. The prodigal son never expected to be welcomed home again, and he was surprised when he saw his father running to kiss him and receive him with open arms. Above all, this is a story of God’s amazing love for “lost causes.” For anyone who has strayed away from their heavenly Father, know that He longs for you to come home!

Surrendering Your Heart to God’s Plow

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 14:30:31 +0000

Farmers know that if they don’t prepare the soil to receive the seed, no crops will grow, because unprepared soil always yields undesirable results. Jesus said the same is true with our hearts. It is easy to allow the soil of our heart to become hard or filled with other things that will keep the seed of God’s Word from taking root in us. As you go about your life each day, what are you doing to intentionally prepare your heart to hear from God? He longs to speak to you… are you listening?

The Power of the Seed

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 14:30:26 +0000

No greater sermons have ever been preached in all of human history than those preached by our Lord Jesus. No words have ever brought more comfort and hope, or given more clear directions for life than His. Those who heard His words so long ago said, “No one ever spoke the way this man does!” Join us for the next nine exciting weeks as we explore nothing but the words of Jesus, unpacking some of the greatest lessons He ever taught!

The Greatest Sacrifice

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 May 2011 14:30:30 +0000

As Americans, we observe Memorial Day to honor and remember those who have given their lives for our freedom. But may we never forget that the greatest sacrifice ever made was when Jesus willingly bore our sin and died on the cross to purchase our freedom. For us, every day should be a “Memorial Day” as we honor and remember our Savior for shedding His innocent blood to save us!

What Kind of Baggage Are You Passing Down?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 May 2011 14:30:04 +0000

The power that parents have to shape and influence their children for a lifetime is astounding. While our parents pass down many good things to us, they also pass down a certain amount of baggage, which, if not dealt with, will be carried through our entire life and passed on to our children. Are there any hurts or destructive patterns you are still carrying through life? Jesus invites you to lay that baggage down at the cross and find the strength to be the agent of change for your family.

The Crossroads of Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 14:30:05 +0000

We all come to crossroads in life — moments of important decisions that will shape our family and our future for years to come. But the most important crossroads we will ever face is when we choose whether to accept Jesus Christ as the Savior of the world or reject Him forever. Choose wisely! This decision not only affects your life today, but all of eternity. What decision will you make at life’s most important crossroads?

Spirit in Control: A Picture of Power, Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 14:30:23 +0000

The Bible commands followers of Christ to be filled with the Spirit, but what does that really mean, and how do you know if you are filled with the Spirit? Today we look at four important proofs that our lives are filled with the Spirit’s power and that we are living under His control. Is your life showing evidence of the Holy Spirit’s presence?

Spirit in Control: A Picture of Power, Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 14:30:01 +0000

Jesus did not leave us here to live the Christian life in our own strength. He sent the same Holy Spirit who raised Him from the dead to live inside of us and empower us! But the Bible warns us not to be filled with other things that will take control of our lives. We must be filled with the Spirit in order for our thoughts and actions to be controlled by the Spirit. We are controlled by whatever we are filled with.

Christ on the Cross: A Picture of Grace, Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 14:30:48 +0000

Where would your life be right now without Jesus? The fact is, you would be wallowing in sin, and you would be faced with a debt you could never pay. When Jesus died on the cross, he paid the debt for our sin and saved us from the wrath of God that was coming upon us. We did absolutely nothing to deserve this… that’s why it’s called Grace! Do we really understand all that God’s grace has brought to us? It truly is amazing grace!

Christ on the Cross: A Picture of Grace, Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 14:30:04 +0000

Many people have tried to define the word Grace, but the greatest definition of grace is when Jesus took our sins upon himself and died on the cross in our place. He became sin for us, so that we might receive His righteousness. He willingly took our punishment and suffered God’s wrath for us. There is no greater picture of grace. When is the last time you remembered and gave thanks for all that Jesus endured and accomplished on the cross for you?

Self in the Dirt: A Picture of Repentance, Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 15:30:20 +0000

The Bible says that our lives must bear fruit that gives evidence of our repentance, but in order for fruit to grow, God must prune away any areas that are not of Him. This process is often painful, but in the end, it is the only thing that brings true life and true joy! What areas of your life are you holding back and not allowing God to trim away? Surrender yourself to His skillful hands and allow Him to shape you into the image of His Son.

Self in the Dirt: A Picture of Repentance, Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 15:30:54 +0000

When you hear the word “repent,” who do you think of? Is there a person or a group of people who, in your mind, are doing something terribly sinful of which they need to repent? It is so easy for us to point a guilty finger at others, while completely overlooking our own need to humble ourselves before God and repent of the things in our life that are breaking His heart. Repentance always comes before revival. Are we willing to turn from whatever wrongs God wants to reveal to us… including the subtle sin of indifference?

Sin in the Mirror: A Picture of Brokenness, Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 15:30:04 +0000

What do you do when you look in the mirror and see that your hair or makeup is out of place? Do you walk away and forget about it, or do you stop and fix it? When the mirror of God’s Word reveals sin in our life, we have the same choice… we can walk away and ignore it, or we can become broken over it and allow God to cleanse us. Today we look at one person who covered over his sin, and the consequences that followed, and we look at another person who became broken over his sin, and how God’s mercy and healing flowed into his life.

Sin in the Mirror: A Picture of Brokenness, Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 15:30:41 +0000

We usually don’t have trouble seeing sin in the newspaper or sin in the neighborhood, but we’re not so good at seeing sin in the mirror. God longs to bring revival to our hearts, but sin is the one thing keeping that from happening. The Bible says our sins have separated us from God and hidden his face from us. Once we see how our sin breaks God’s heart, we will never look at it the same way again.

God on the Throne: A Picture of Holiness, Part 2

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 15:30:23 +0000

Whether you look through the telescope or the microscope, the majesty and greatness of God are on display for all to see. Each year brings new discoveries of giant galaxies that now number in the billions, and also new discoveries of the vast “galaxies” within the microscopic cells of our own bodies. One cannot help but feel small and be humbled when presented with the staggering enormity and brilliance of God’s creative handiwork. The holiness and majesty of God are so immense and overwhelming that we are once again brought to our knees in worship before Him!

God on the Throne: A Picture of Holiness, Part 1

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 15:30:40 +0000

How do you picture God? Is He an old man with a long white beard trying to keep up with everything in the universe? The Bible says God is a consuming fire; that He dwells in unapproachable light; that anyone who encounters His holy presence falls on their face in fear. Once we catch even a glimpse of God’s holiness, we are made utterly aware of our sinfulness, and that is the place where true revival can begin. Do you have a right view of God’s holiness?

We Need a Downpour

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 15:30:08 +0000

Do you remember a time in your life when you were more in love with Jesus than you are today? Do you feel like your heart has grown dry and distant compared to the passion you used to have for Him? You need a fresh awakening of His grace… you need a revival… you need a downpour! Hosea tells us that God longs to come to us like the rains, to soak the dry soil of our heart and nourish us with renewed life and vitality. If that is what you long for, this sermon series is for you!

Living a Life of Dangerous Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 15:30:10 +0000

When is the last time you took a step of faith that terrified you? How long has it been? Are you going through life with only “memories” of times long ago when you stepped out on faith? If God seems to be cutting away the safety harnesses in your life and stripping you of the things you’ve been depending on, it may be that He is inviting you into a fresh opportunity to walk with Him at a place where your faith will grow to a whole new level. Will you step out and risk something for Him this year instead of being content to live on yesterday’s faith?

Having the Guts to Be Who God Wants You to Be

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 15:30:26 +0000

2009 and 2010 have been years of dramatic economic decline, collapsing financial institutions, staggering job loss and shrinking retirement accounts. People’s hearts are filled with fear and anxiety, wondering what the future holds. As we step into 2011, is it possible — even thinkable — that we could face this shaky new year with an unshakeable faith?

Jesus: The Promise Received

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 15:30:53 +0000

The most amazing thought about Christmas is that the holy, all-powerful God of heaven came down and became one of us in order to show us the way. Christmas can all be summed up in four words: “God is with us.” Those four words forever changed history, and they are the same four words that can change every moment of our lives today. Whatever our circumstances, whatever life may bring, we can find peace and hope and meaning in knowing that God is with us!

Mary: The Promise Conceived

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 15:30:43 +0000

As we celebrate Christmas, let’s remember that Christmas is really all about a promise. Actually, it’s all about “The Promise.” When Adam & Eve chose to disobey God, Satan thought he had won, but in Genesis 3:15 God promised to one day send a Savior into the world who would crush Satan and conquer sin. From that moment on, mankind carried the heavy burden of sin, until that glorious night when The Promise was born in a manger, and proved once and for all that God always keeps His promises.

Joseph: The Promise Believed

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 15:30:29 +0000

As we celebrate Christmas, let’s remember that Christmas is really all about a promise. Actually, it’s all about “The Promise.” When Adam and Eve chose to disobey God, Satan thought he had won, but in Genesis 3:15 God promised to one day send a Savior into the world who would crush Satan and conquer sin. From that moment on, mankind carried the heavy burden of sin, until that glorious night when The Promise was born in a manger, and proved once and for all that God always keeps His promises.

Communion Service and Uganda Testimony

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 15:30:33 +0000

Join us today for a brief Thanksgiving communion devotional followed by a testimony from one of our members about her recent trip to Uganda to work with orphans. May you be challenged by her boldness and obedience to step out of her comfort zone and be used by God.

Don’t Die with Rocks in Your Hand

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:30:22 +0000

No matter how righteously we live or how devoted to God we are, evil, injustice, and betrayal will happen to all of us sooner or later. The question is: how do we as followers of Christ respond to the evil aimed at us? We can choose to hold onto the rocks of revenge and carry them through life… or we can choose to let them go and forgive as Christ has forgiven us. Who has wounded you, abandoned you, or betrayed you so badly that you’ve never been able to let it go? God is inviting you to come to the cross and lay your rocks down.

The Power of Friendship

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 14:30:19 +0000

Even though people have more ways to connect and communicate than at any other time in history, studies show that people feel less connected by real relationships than ever before. Loneliness has been called the new American epidemic. How many true friends do you have who will stick with you and point you to God in the tough times? Are you being that kind of friend to anyone else? Today’s message shows us the importance of friendship in helping us live a faithful and effective Christian life.

Coming to Grips with the Real You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 14:30:38 +0000

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Be honest. The truth is, most people–even Christians–don’t like what they see. They are haunted by past failures or present weaknesses, and often see themselves as useless in God’s eyes. Moses had such a low view of himself that he almost missed God’s greatest mission for his life, because when we fail to see ourselves as God sees us, we will fail to fulfill the purpose for which we were created. Don’t let a wrong view of yourself cause you to miss God’s mission for you!

Refusing to Conform

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 14:30:28 +0000

There was a time in our nation’s history when Christians were respected by the general public, but now Christians are are portrayed either as extremists or as complete idiots by the media, with no real “respect” at all. Is it perhaps because we have lost our Godly influence by conforming to the world’s standards instead of truly standing out and making a difference? God’s Word calls us to transform our culture rather than being conformed by it. Are you a conformer or a transformer?

Don’t Settle Where You Are

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 14:30:10 +0000

History tells us that a lot of people who made commitments to become pioneers actually ended up becoming settlers before they ever reached their destination. When the journey got rough, many chose to stop and find a place of comfort instead of pressing on towards their goal. The same will be true of us as followers of Christ unless we are willing to surrender everything that is holding us back. Is there anything in your life keeping you from following God wherever He is calling you to go?

Losing My Religion

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:30:08 +0000

Jesus reserved His harshest words–not for those who were down and out and lost in their sin–but for those who claimed to be the most religious. Why? Because religion puffs us up and blinds us to our need of a Savior. It causes us to focus on external modification instead of heart transformation. We all have religious rules that we still struggle with which keep our hearts unchanged. What areas might God want you to lay aside in order to live out a fully surrendered relationship with Him?

Seeing Your Future Through God’s Eyes

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 14:30:54 +0000

How many of our plans for the future revolve around OUR goals, OUR ambitions, OUR needs, OUR comfort? Why is it that we are so preoccupied with our own agenda when, as followers of Christ, we have clearly been called to live our lives for God’s mission in this world? Could it be that we think our salvation was for our benefit alone, rather than for the sake of others? It is time for God’s people to wake up and realize that Christ didn’t save us just so we could miss hell… He saved us because He has a mission for us to accomplish!

Seeing Your Past Through God’s Eyes

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 14:30:33 +0000

Failure to see our past through God’s eyes can be crippling to our future. Sins and hurts from years gone by often continue to haunt us, making us doubt whether God has really forgiven us. But what we must understand is that God sees our past differently than we do because of what Jesus did for us on the cross. It is vitally important that we learn to see our past as God does, or it will keep us from a life of effectiveness for Him.

You Can’t Take it with You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 14:30:23 +0000

What would you do if you discovered the richest hidden treasure in all the world? Would you be willing to trade in all your old junk in exchange for that treasure? In Christ we have discovered life’s greatest treasure, yet so few Christians are willing to invest even a small portion of what they have into His mission. What will we say when we stand before God one day… will we weep tears of regret knowing that we refused to invest in His kingdom work, or will we rejoice knowing that we held nothing back? We must all decide what we value most before it’s too late.

Trusting God in the In-Between Times

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 14:30:12 +0000

Nobody likes to see the sign: “Detour Ahead – Expect Delays.” It means we’ll have to take a route we didn’t plan on, and we’ll arrive later than we wanted to. In the Christian life, God often uses delays to make us wait on Him, and detours to take us on a different course of life than we had ever planned. But if we see life through God’s eyes, we will learn to trust the delays and detours, knowing that God’s ways are always best!

Persevering When Life Doesn’t Make Sense

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 14:30:04 +0000

How is it that two people can go through a terrible hardship and one will come out the other side bitter, while one comes out better? How is it that the Apostle Paul wrote his most joyful letter while in chains as a prisoner? Are you facing hard times right now? Do you sometimes think that God is being unkind? If so, this series will help you learn to see life through God’s eyes, which makes all the difference in how we respond to life.

No Failure is Final with God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 14:30:04 +0000

It’s easy for discouragement to set in after we have failed the Lord in some way. Peter understood this all too well after denying Jesus, and he was ready to quit and return to his fishing business. But he learned that, despite his sin, Jesus was not finished with him… in fact, Jesus had an important mission for him to help lead the early church. Whatever you may have done to get off track, you need to know one thing: No failure is final with God! He is waiting to restore you right now.

The Price Jesus Paid for Our Freedom

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 14:30:11 +0000

As we celebrate our freedom as Americans, we remember those who have paid the price to keep us free. But how often do we celebrate the freedom we have been given through the blood that Jesus shed on the cross when He gave His life for us? He paid the ultimate price to set us free, and we owe Him a lifetime of gratitude and faithful service!

Rising from Your Failures

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:30:56 +0000

Have you ever felt disappointed in yourself because you let someone down? Even worse, have you ever felt the bitter sting of knowing that you let Jesus down? Peter experienced this when he denied Jesus three times… but thankfully that was not the end of the story. Jesus restored Peter and assured him that no failure is final with God! Whatever failures you have experienced, Jesus is waiting to help you rise from the ashes and find hope in Him once again.

Will Our Lives Count for Eternity?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 14:30:33 +0000

Hours before His death, Jesus challenged His disciples to make sure their lives bore fruit… fruit that would LAST. When our lives come to an end, will what we’ve done be gone like fireworks exploding and then fading away, or will our lives bear fruit that will last for eternity?

Jesus Got Dirty for You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 14:30:58 +0000

When Jesus served His disciples by washing their feet, Peter strongly resisted because He was embarrassed at the thought of having the Lord wash his filthy feet. When we become dirty by sin, our shame makes us want to run and hide from God. Yet God longs for us to come to Him despite our dirt. Just as the father ran to embrace the filthy prodigal son and put a clean robe on him, so God longs to embrace us and wash us clean.

Finding Hope in a Hopeless Situation

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 14:30:52 +0000

Have you ever found yourself facing a desperate situation… the clock is ticking… time is running out… and it seems like God is ignoring you? Has he heard your prayers? Will He ever show up? If you’ve been there, or you’re there now, take heart in today’s message from John 11 where a family learned that even though Jesus delayed, His delay brought about a far greater purpose than they could have ever imagined.

Your Life — God’s Purpose

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 May 2010 14:30:53 +0000

Jesus makes an almost unthinkable statement in John 9, that a certain man had been blind from birth for one reason — so that God could be glorified through it. How do we view the pain and struggles that come into our lives? Do we get angry at God for being unfair and allowing them to happen, or do we consider that perhaps God has a higher purpose He wants to bring about through our suffering?

When the Need Exceeds the Resources

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 May 2010 14:30:51 +0000

When faced with the impossible problem of feeding the five thousand, the disciples were unable to come up with a solution because they failed to factor Jesus into the equation. And yet, in the hands of Jesus, one boy’s small lunch became a miraculous meal that satisfied thousands. What impossible situation are you facing today? Have you remembered to factor Jesus into the equation and leave room for a miracle?

The Outrageous Claims of Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:30:43 +0000

Throughout history people have made many outrageous claims, but no one has ever made more outrageous claims than Jesus. If He were not able to back up those claims, He would be nothing short of a madman! And yet every single claim He made has proven to be true. What impact do His claims have on our lives today, and what decision have you made about this most important man in history?

Risking Everything to Meet Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 14:30:05 +0000

There are people throughout history who have risked everything to follow Jesus. Nicodemus was one such man. Although he was a member of the Pharisees who hated Jesus, he was willing to risk his reputation to have an encounter with the Savior, and after Jesus was crucified, Nicodemus was one of the men who helped bury Jesus. History tells us that he lost everything because of this, yet he was not willing to let anything hold him back from following the truth. Is there anything holding you back from following Jesus completely?

A Life-Changing Encounter

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 14:30:39 +0000

When we’re young, we all have dreams of how our life will turn out, but as time goes by, life looks very different than we ever imagined. Hardships and struggles set in, and often our own sinful choices leave our life tattered and torn. All our best efforts to fix it on our own leave us frustrated. It is only through an encounter with Jesus Christ that our old life can be transformed and exchanged for the brand new life that He offers to us. Have you had an encounter with Jesus?

Pointing Others to the Light

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 14:30:31 +0000

God could have chosen any number of miraculous ways to announce the coming of the Light into the world, but instead, He chose a man named John the Baptist to spread the news. To this day, God continues to use ordinary people like us to spread His light into dark places. Are our lives touching others with the light of Christ?

When God Came Down

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:30:48 +0000

God has been trying to get your attention! For centuries God tried to draw near to mankind by bringing His fiery presence to earth or by speaking through the prophets, but man continued to turn away. Then God sent His final Word to earth by wrapping Himself in human flesh and coming to live among us to show us the way. God has spoken to us through Jesus, and now we all have a choice to make. How have you responded?

Jesus — There’s Something About That Name

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:30:12 +0000

Was Jesus really who He claimed to be—the Son of God sent to save the world? Can simple faith in Jesus truly change a person’s life and their eternal destiny? Join us as we embark on an amazing journey through the Gospel of John to explore the life of this man named Jesus who has become the central figure in all of human history. Come discover what difference Jesus really makes!

Share Our Grace Story

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 15:30:12 +0000

In Matthew 5:13-16, Jesus says we are salt and light and calls us to be living, breathing expressions of His gospel wherever we are and to whomever we’re with. Through everyday, ordinary folks like us, God puts the gospel on the road. Rather than waiting for others to come to us, we’re told to go to them and to share our grace story of how God has worked in our lives.

Steward Our Lives

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:30:51 +0000

God never intended for us to keep 100% of what He gives us, but rather to invest some of it back into His mission on this earth. As you think about your time, talents, treasures, truth, and relationships, which area of your life are you managing well? Which area is God pinpointing that needs to be managed better? Is there anything you are holding onto that God wants you to release for His use?

Engage Our Spirit-Giftedness

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 15:30:43 +0000

God never meant for you to be an “ornamental” Christian (remember the plastic couch?) Rather He wants to use you and has called you to a life of serving Him and others. The Scriptures are clear: You are gifted… You are a vital part of the Body of Christ… and You have a work to do in this world. His call to action involves using You to accomplish His purposes in the lives of those both inside and outside the body of Christ.

Live Connected

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:30:14 +0000

We have all seen news stories of someone who went hiking alone and got stranded, or even died, and we wonder why anyone would do something so foolish. Yet we often do something just as dangerous when we attempt to live the Christian life alone. God created us for relationships, and it is vital that we “live connected” not only with other believers, but with those who do not know Jesus, so that they can see the Gospel on display in us. Are you living the Christian life alone? God wants you to live connected!

Passionately Pursue God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Our lives are so consumed by urgent things that we seldom have time for the important things. Jesus said in Matthew 6:33 that our pursuit of Him should be our number one priority. As you think about your life and your relationship with God, are you personally pursuing Him during the week? God longs to speak directly to you through His Word. Are you willing to make “pursuing God” your first priority?

What Does God Want?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 15:30:40 +0000

Over the course of our lifetime we get asked thousands of questions, but very few of those questions are truly life-changing. However, there is one question that should change everything for those of us who are Christ followers, and that question is simply this: “What does God want?” Knowing what God longs for more than anything else will transform our lives completely and give us purpose like never before! Do you know what God wants?

Can Love Really Last Forever?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:30:54 +0000

Someone once said, “Falling in love requires a pulse… staying in love requires a plan.” With roughly 50 percent of all marriages ending in divorce, it is clear that “falling in love” is not enough to keep two people together forever. Do you have a plan to make sure your marriage ends up in the “right” 50 percent? We close this series with 3 key principles for a long, healthy, God-honoring marriage. In which of these areas are you currently doing well? Which do you and your spouse need to work on?

Planting for a Good Harvest

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:30:12 +0000

Today’s message was presented primarily to the children and students of LifePoint to teach how the choices they make today can have a significant effect on their future. But these principles of the “Law of the Harvest” apply to everyone, adults included. God wants to use your life to impact the lives of others in an eternally significant way. However, a spiritually fruitful life isn’t the product of blind luck, but is the result of whether one chooses to follow or ignore the principles God has given us.

What Husbands Wish Their Wives Knew

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:30:49 +0000

Ladies, do you know the 3 most devastating things you can do to your husband to tear him down and destroy his sense of manhood? Are you currently doing any of these things to him? If you begin working on these 3 areas, you will be absolutely amazed to see him become the husband you’ve always dreamed of, and he will gladly go to the ends of the earth for you!

What Wives Wish Their Husbands Knew

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:30:37 +0000

Men and women are different in so many ways, and because of these differences, problems and misunderstandings often arise between a husband and wife. 1 Peter 3:7 commands husbands to understand their wives by learning how she needs to be loved. If men would only take the time to love their wives like Christ loved the church, they would be amazed at the woman who emerges!

Dealing With Your Past

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 14:30:27 +0000

Far too many people who get married and have children, try to build their family on the shaky, cracked foundations of their past. But just as no building can stand tall and strong if built on a broken foundation, so no marriage will ever stand strong if problems from your past are not first dealt with. The Bible says if we hide our sins we will not prosper, but if we confess and forsake them, we will find mercy. Are there any areas of “rust” in your past that you have chosen to just paint over instead of dealing with? Rust will always eventually show through the paint! God calls us to deal with our past so that we can build a strong family on a clean, solid foundation.

A Courageous Soul

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 14:30:27 +0000

The final sermon in this series is a warning to let you know the reality of what you will face if you do step out and live a life of holy ambition. Whenever we step out to follow God, we can expect to face attacks from the enemy, just as Nehemiah did. We will be criticized and ridiculed, we will face discouragement and doubt, and we must determine beforehand that we are going to have a courageous soul or we will cave in under the opposition. Are you going to finish what God has called you to, despite the difficulties?

A Personal Commitment

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:30:30 +0000

Everything in life is just talk until we make a personal commitment to actually DO it. So often, the difference between people God uses greatly and people He doesn’t use comes down to which person is fully committed to Him. Is there an area of your life that you have been hesitant to commit the Lord? Why not give it to Him today?

A Strategic Plan

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 14:30:41 +0000

Most people spend more time planning their vacation than they ever do planning to be used by God. But without a strategic plan, our best intentions will never become reality. So, what is your plan for your life? Your marriage? Your family? Your personal ministry? Do you have one? Plans clarify the vision and get us moving in the right direction. Planning shows faith in the vision God has given us… and God will move mightily through that kind of faith!

A Radical Faith

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 14:30:26 +0000

While a “dislocated heart” and a “broken spirit” may be private matters, a “radical faith” is public. It means stepping out to obey God’s will and putting it all on the line, regardless of the cost. Faith is the thing God longs to see in us most of all. Has God put a specific burden on your heart that may soon require a step of faith? If so, what is it? What would it look like for you to take a radical step of faith towards such a need? How will you respond?

A Dislocated Heart

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 14:30:32 +0000

The Bible says that the heart of man, if left to its own devices, is deceitful and desperately wicked. For the most part, we live the vast majority of our life with our heart focused on our own needs, instead of being concerned about the needs of others. That’s why God wants us to have a “dislocated” heart — a heart that is more concerned with God’s agenda than with our own agenda. Have you left your comfort zone recently to meet someone else’s need and share the love of Christ with them? Do the things that break God’s heart break yours, too, even if they are outside your own personal world? If not, maybe you need to ask God to give you a dislocated heart!

Committed to Maturity

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:30:52 +0000

No one can go to the gym and get in shape FOR you. If you want to get fit, you have to exercise yourself. The same is true when it comes to your spiritual growth. You will never become spiritually mature simply by listening to the pastor teach every Sunday. If you want to grow in Christ, you MUST pursue God yourself by regularly spending time reading His Word. The reward will be that you will hear God speak directly to you, and you will begin to grow spiritually mature.

Committed to Worship

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 14:30:19 +0000

It’s easy to show up at a church service on Sunday morning and worship… but how many people are merely going through the motions? God does not accept worship if our hearts are far from Him and if our lives are not fully committed to Him. Do you know what God is looking for in your life before your worship will be pleasing to Him?

Committed to Community

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 14:30:29 +0000

When humans are placed in solitary confinement for long periods of time, they often begin to lose their mind, because we were created for relationships. In our fast-paced world, “community” is almost a lost art. But if we are ever going to be a church on fire, we must be committed to community, as the early church was. Unless our lives are closely intertwined with the lives of other believers, we will never be all that God intends for us to be.

Committed to the Mission

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 14:30:21 +0000

Churches everywhere are filled with people who have made a commitment to Jesus… but many of those people have never made a commitment to the “mission” of Jesus. They took a step towards the cross to be saved, but they have never taken the next step to go beyond the cross and live out their lives for the cause of Christ. Today’s messages challenges us to not just make a commitment to Jesus, but to make a commitment to the mission of Jesus as well.

Amazing Grace

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 14:30:05 +0000

As Stephen was being brutally murdered, a man named Saul was watching and giving his approval. It seems unthinkable that a cold hearted man like Saul would go on to become the greatest voice of the church and write half the New Testament. Yet the fact that someone like that can be completely transformed is a testimony of God’s amazing grace! No matter what road a person is on, God’s grace can still turn them around.

The Strange Plans of God

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 14:30:07 +0000

As the first church began to explode with growth and unlimited possibility, one of its brightest and best young leaders–a man named Stephen–was brutally murdered for his faith. Who would have thought that something so awful and unfair would have ever been part of God’s plans for the church? And yet God used this event to scatter the church and spread the Gospel to other places. Often in life God’s plan seem so strange, even unkind, yet we must trust His plans and hold to the promise that God knows what He is doing.

Unstoppable!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 14:30:42 +0000

What is it that you get the most excited to talk about… your team winning the ballgame last night? Your new car? That exciting vacation? The believers in the early church were so excited about Jesus, that even when they were threatened and warned to stop speaking in His name, they replied, “We cannot help speaking about Jesus.” Basically, they were saying, “Beat us, torture us, even kill us… it doesn’t matter because we cannot stop talking about our Lord!” They were literally unstoppable! No wonder they were a church on fire!

What are You Devoted To?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 May 2009 14:30:05 +0000

It’s easy to devote ourselves to something, whether it’s to our marriage, our family, or to the Lord, but then realize over time that our devotion has faded. The believers in Acts 2 not only devoted themselves to the Lord’s work, but they were “continually devoting” themselves to it. What area of your life were you once devoted to, but now you’re miles off course because you have not been “continually devoting” yourself to it?

The Life Changing Power of Jesus

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 May 2009 14:30:52 +0000

In the Gospels we see the disciples arguing, doubting, and abandoning Jesus, but when you reach Acts you see a totally transformed group of men. What happened? Their lives were radically changed by the power of the Holy Spirit and by their risen Lord. Yes, Jesus truly does change people. Has He changed your life?

You are Part of the Mission of Jesus!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 10 May 2009 14:30:39 +0000

An estimated 97% of the entire world has heard of Coca-Cola. That means roughly only 3% of the earth’s population has never heard of Coke. Yet, the sad news is that more than 25% of the people on earth have never heard the name of Jesus. The last words Jesus spoke before He ascended to heaven (Acts 1:8) were for His followers to go and spread the Good News about Him to the ends of the earth. There is still a great harvest to bring in. Are we doing our part?

Waiting for God to Show Up

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 May 2009 14:30:07 +0000

Nobody likes to wait, especially when you feel like God doesn’t hear your prayers and that He is never going to show up! But the first command Jesus gave His followers just before He ascended to heaven was to… WAIT. Does God have you in wait mode right now? If so, just hold on and know that He has not forgotten you. His timing will prove to be perfect!

The Difference Easter Makes

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 14:30:09 +0000

In a world of false advertising and empty promises, it’s no wonder people are skeptical. Products promise to improve our lives, but very few live up to their claims. The Bible also makes some pretty outrageous claims of how the risen Lord promises to change our lives, but the question remains… “What difference does Easter really make?” Because Jesus conquered sin and death, our past can be forgiven, our present can have meaning, and our future can be secure!

Possessing the Land

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:30:26 +0000

God called the children of Israel out of Egypt for a specific mission — to go and possess the Land of Canaan. But because of their disobedience, they ended up wandering in circles for 40 years, missing the target. It is so easy for the church today to be caught up in busy work, thinking we’re making progress, but not really making any real progress at all because we’re not going where God wants us to go. Is there any “land” that God wants us to possess for His kingdom that we are failing to possess?

Doing Whatever it Takes

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:30:23 +0000

The Bible tells a story of four men who were so determined to get a crippled man to Jesus, that they ripped the roof off a house to get him there! They were willing to do whatever it took. As followers of Christ, are we truly willing to do whatever it takes to get people to Jesus, despite the obstacles, despite the inconvenience, despite the cost? We never will be until we fully understand how much is at stake.

Getting a Broken Heart for People

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 14:30:43 +0000

Even with 20/20 vision, it is still possible to not “see” people like we really need to see them. How would it change our lives, our churches, and our communities if we could truly see people through the eyes of Jesus and have compassion for them like He did? This message challenges us to have eyes that see, a heart that breaks, and hands that reach.

Getting a Broken Heart for a Cause

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 15:30:45 +0000

A destructive trend has been taking place in the church over the years. Rather than remaining focused on its mission in the world, the church has become almost totally preoccupied with itself, and now resembles a clubhouse more than a lighthouse. What would happen if the church in America once again got a broken heart for those outside its own walls? What would God do?

Giving God His Due

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 15:30:46 +0000

In these tough economic times, giving to God is often the first thing we cut from our budget in order to stretch our income further. But do we really understand the biblical principles behind this issue, and the consequences of keeping what rightfully belongs to God? During these hard times, may we continue to demonstrate our faith by giving God His due.

Protection from the Enemy

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 15:30:38 +0000

As we live out our new life in Christ, we must realize that our enemy, Satan, is constantly trying to attack us. Where are your weak spots, and what are you doing to protect yourself from the enemy’s attacks in those areas? The Bible has given us everything we need to stand against Satan’s attacks… do you know how to use these spiritual weapons to protect yourself?

God’s Remedy for Troubled Relationships

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:30:13 +0000

Our entire life is made up of relationships, and when those relationships are not going well, life can be very difficult and painful. Today’s message explores some simple but powerful principles from the Bible that will breathe life back into your troubled relationships.

Getting Past Your Past

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 15:30:44 +0000

Is there anything in your past that is holding you back from becoming all that God wants you to be? No matter who you are, no matter where you’ve been, no matter what you’ve done, God can take your past and turn it into something beautiful for Him. Because of what Christ did on the cross, you can get past your past!

You Are Children of God. Walk Like It!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 15:30:43 +0000

Just before Princess Margaret walked to the microphone to make her first speech as a young girl, her mother, Queen Elizabeth, leaned over and said, “You are a princess. Walk like one!” In Eph. 4:1, the apostle Paul issues a similar challenge to us as believers. He urges us to live up to the high calling we have received in Christ. Are you walking in a manner worthy of the King you represent?

Your Labor is Not in Vain!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 15:30:19 +0000

Have you ever felt discouraged because you aren’t seeing the kind of results you would like to see from your labor for the Lord? The Bible challenges us to not become weary in doing good because we know that our labor in the Lord is not in vain, and we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Today’s message will encourage you and give you hope to press on even in the dry times!

If You Only Knew

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 15:30:43 +0000

Paul closes Ephesians chapter 3 with some of the most powerful words ever written. He prays that we will all come to know two critical things: 1) How much God loves us, and 2) How much God wants to do through us. If we only knew those two things and lived like they were true, what a difference it would make in our lives!

Break Down Your Dividing Walls!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:30:53 +0000

A dividing wall existed in the Temple in Jerusalem to keep the Gentiles out. Signs were posted warning them of the death penalty if they entered into the worship area. When Jesus died, He destroyed all dividing walls and allowed everyone to enter in by faith. And while churches today do not have literal dividing walls and warning signs, many “walls” still exist to keep certain people out. Are there any dividing walls you need to break down?

Remember What You Used to Be

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 15:30:39 +0000

Paul reminds the believers in Ephesus of what they used to be before Jesus came — without hope and without God in the world. Since they were all lost without Jesus, he warns them not to discriminate against others who are lost or who are different from them. This is a healthy reminder for our churches today!

You Can’t Fix It, But God Can

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 14:30:39 +0000

If Christ can bring us from death to life, then there is absolutely no situation we will ever face that God cannot conquer. Is there something in your life right now that is keeping you chained down? You can’t fix it, but God can!

You’ve Been Invited into God’s Presence

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 14:30:22 +0000

For centuries, God’s followers were never allowed to enter His presence, except through the High Priest once a year. But when Jesus died on the cross, all believers were given full access into His presence. What an amazing thought that we have been invited into the presence of God!

God Paid the Ultimate Price for You

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:30:15 +0000

In times of slavery, people would often sell all they had to buy the freedom of a family member who had been enslaved. But the highest price ever paid to buy someone’s freedom was paid when Jesus willingly died on the cross to redeem us from our sin. You are loved, because God paid the ultimate price for you!

God is God, Even When We Don’t Understand

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 14:30:26 +0000

The topic of Predestination has caused a lot of debate among Christians over the years. The truth is, we will never fully understand this matter, and we must learn to simply trust God with the unknown parts. The Bible tells us that God is God and He will always do what is right, even when we don’t understand Him.

Are You in Christ?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:30:59 +0000

Throughout this letter to the Ephesians, Paul repeatedly uses the phrase “in Christ”. These are two of the most important words in all of life. Whether or not we are in Christ will determine our eternal destiny, and it will also determine how we live here on earth. Are you in Christ?

You Are a Saint!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 14:30:50 +0000

Imagine living your entire life without ever realizing you were the heir to an enormous fortune! Sadly, many Christians live without ever knowing all that they have been given in Christ. Join us for this study through the book of Ephesians as we discover the incredible spiritual blessings we have in Jesus Christ.

Wisdom — Don’t Live Without It!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 14:30:51 +0000

If you knew of one sure way to have God’s blessing and favor upon your life, would you want to know about it? Proverbs 8:33 tells us what that is. It is essential for us to grow daily in wisdom if our life is going to be one of usefulness to God’s kingdom.

Watching Our Words

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:30:36 +0000

Have careless words ever gotten you into trouble? The Bible says that words have the power of life and death; the power to heal or the power to destroy. This look into Proverbs helps us learn how to guard our words so that they will honor God and bless those who listen.

Choosing Wise Friends

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 14:30:00 +0000

Who we choose as our closest friends will, to a large degree, affect the course of our life. Are the people who have the greatest influence on us helping to shape us into the image of Christ, and what are we doing to help bring that about in the lives of others?

God’s Wisdom for Everyday Life

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:30:30 +0000

If you knew there was a book that contained eternal wisdom for every area of your life; a book that would help you make wise decisions in your family, your finances, your job, your relationships… would you read it? God has given us that book. It is called Proverbs, and if we study it, God’s wisdom and character will flow through our lives, affecting the day-to-day decisions that we make.

The Father’s Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 14:30:10 +0000

We all have different memories of our father… for some people, those memories bring great joy. For others, they bring tremendous pain. But even though none of our earthly fathers were perfect, we have a heavenly Father who loves us with an everlasting love, regardless of who we are. Do you know this Father’s love?

Going from Success to Significance

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 14:30:28 +0000

If someone came up to you and asked, “How can I live a life of significance?”, what would you say to them? It’s easy to confuse success with significance, yet only one of them will truly matter in the end. Which one are you living for?

Seeing With God’s Vision

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 14:30:18 +0000

Our purpose on this earth is not just to step into God’s mission for a few weeks or a few months, but to finish the mission by reaching the destination God has for us. Will we get distracted by the mirages along the way like the Israelites in the wilderness, or will we see past them with God’s vision and fulfill our purpose on this earth?

When God Messes Up Your Plans

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 25 May 2008 14:30:40 +0000

The only way to follow God into the life’s purpose that He has for each of us is to let go of things that are holding us back. We must completely surrender to God and be willing to let Him mess up our plans. But none of us are good at surrendering. We all want to have things our own way. Yet the Bible makes it unmistakably clear that as followers of Christ, we must be willing to yield our plans to His plans and follow wherever He leads.

What on Earth Am I Here For?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 18 May 2008 14:30:00 +0000

Does your life really matter? Is there any purpose to it all, or is the day to day grind just a pointless, meaningless existence? Are you here by accident, or is there a reason–a mission–for your life? If you have ever pondered the question, “What on earth am I here for?”, this series will give you the answer!

Go!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 May 2008 14:30:12 +0000

Throughout our Christian journey, God continually gives us opportunities to “go” and answer His call. How will you respond when God’s next call comes to you? This message gives five fears that you will face, along with five truths to help you go when God calls.

Give!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 14:30:32 +0000

Talking about “Giving” should not be something that we, as followers of Jesus Christ, should dread. The truth is, God has given us the incredible opportunity of partnering with Him in the greatest adventure of a lifetime — being involved in His Kingdom work! Jesus said that the location of our treasure indicates the location of our heart, and if we are investing our treasure into eternal things, our heart will be there also. This encouraging sermon will give you a fresh perspective on giving!

Pray!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 14:30:00 +0000

As LifePoint begins to take our first step towards world missions, there are three key words that will define our entire focus… PRAY, GIVE, GO! We must always remember that the starting point is prayer. Today’s message is a reminder to everyone of the incredible power that comes through prayer, and a challenge for us all to begin this journey on our knees.

Why Should I Believe in Heaven?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 14:30:11 +0000

Is heaven a real place or just a figment of our imagination? Is it merely the stuff of fairy tales and legends, or a real place that we can go when we die? How can we know for sure? If heaven is not real, then let’s live this life completely for ourselves and give no thought for eternity. But if heaven is real, what impact should it have on our lives right now?

Why Should I Believe in the Church?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 14:30:04 +0000

Do followers of Jesus really need to be part of a church family? Can’t we do just fine living the Christian life by ourselves? What’s the point of the church anyway? Isn’t the church just full of hypocrites? Despite its flaws and failures over the years, the church is still the greatest and most important organism on this planet, because it is the living Body of Christ — the one and only entity that God has chosen to spread the message of salvation to all mankind! Find out today why we need the church and why the church needs us.

Why Should I Believe in Jesus?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 14:30:36 +0000

Jesus made some pretty outrageous claims during His time on earth… claiming to be sent from God, claiming to be equal with God, claiming to have always existed, claiming to have the power to forgive sins, and most of all, claiming to rise from the dead. Why should anyone believe His claims? Today’s message looks at seven major historical evidences that lend remarkable proof to the claims of Jesus. If He truly was who He claimed to be, then the most important question in all of life is, “What will I do with Jesus?”

Why Should I Believe in God?

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 14:30:01 +0000

How can we know God really exists? We’ve never seen Him or talked to Him in person, so what evidence is there for us to know that He is real? In this message we will explore a number of solid reasons to believe in God, including 1) the evidence of intelligent design in the universe–creation vs. evolution, 2) the universal sense of right and wrong, and 3) the universal need to worship.

Why Should I Believe the Bible? (Part 3)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 14:30:30 +0000

Without a doubt, one of the greatest proofs of the Bible’s claims of Divine inspiration is the fulfillment of hundreds of prophecies with absolute pinpoint accuracy, each of which can be verified by secular history. More than 300 prophecies were fulfilled by Jesus alone, including events He could not have controlled, like the exact time, place, and circumstances of His own birth! The chances of just eight of those prophecies being fulfilled in one person has been calculated to be 1 in 10 to the 17th power. Thats 1 in 100,000,000,000,000,000. And Jesus fulfilled more than 300 such prophecies!

Why Should I Believe the Bible? (Part 2)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 15:30:38 +0000

The Bible claims to be the actual words of God; the absolute truth and final authority on life. Either it is or it isn’t… there’s no third option! But if the Bible is to be completely trusted, then it must be totally reliable and accurate in every area to which it speaks; not just doctrinally, but scientifically and historically as well. Today we uncover some stunning scientific and archaeological facts that the Bible wrote about centuries before man ever discovered them!

Why Should I Believe the Bible? (Part 1)

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 24 Feb 2008 15:30:49 +0000

It doesn’t much matter what you believe about Time Magazine, the JC Penney catalogue, or Gulliver’s Travels… but it matters immensely what you believe about the Bible. If the Bible is indeed what it claims to be, then the implications for all of us are enormous! Today we examine some of the remarkable evidence that makes the Bible unlike any other book that has ever been written — a book that has withstood every criticism leveled against it, and despite many attempts by tyrants throughout history to wipe it off the face of the earth, the Bible continues to be the best-selling book of all time.

Don’t Lose Your First Love

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 15:30:11 +0000

As Christians, it is possible for us to have solid doctrine, impeccable church attendance, generous giving and faithful service, but to be doing all those things out of routine rather than out of a heart of love for the Lord. The Bible strongly warns us against worshiping God in this way. Today’s message is a reminder of the danger of losing our first love.

A God Worth Sharing

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 15:30:10 +0000

All of us know someone who has been impacted by cancer. What if you discovered the cure for this devastating disease… would you hide the formula in a drawer at home, or would you share it with everyone you knew? As Christians, we have the cure for something far worse than cancer. Through Jesus Christ, we have been given the cure for sin, the cure for a meaningless life, and the cure for eternity in hell! Why is it, then, that so few Christians ever share this “cure” with others who need it? Today we see why God truly is a God worth sharing!

A God Worth Worshiping

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 15:30:46 +0000

Did you know it is possible to worship God and have all the right elements in place, to do and say all the right things, but to actually be worshiping Him in vain? The Bible tells of times when God’s people were going through the motions of worship, but their hearts were far from Him, and it describes how much this broke God’s heart and angered Him. If we could ever catch a glimpse of who God really is — how powerful and holy and awesome He is — our worship would never be the same again! All other things would disappear from view, and we would worship God as He truly deserves.

A God Worth Serving

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 15:30:32 +0000

There are two kinds of Christians: those who serve the Lord with joy and gladness, and those who do it out of a sense of obligation and duty. The first group understands how much the Lord has done for them and they serve Him out of a heart overflowing with gratitude. The second group has forgotten the extent of love the Lord has shown them, and some of them even think God owes them something. The Bible says that each one of us has a vital role to play in the Body of Christ, and that we must each do our part. Are you doing your part with a joyful spirit or with a complaining attitude?

A God Worth Trusting

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 15:30:09 +0000

As we go through life, we all experience what it’s like to have our trust broken — in relationships, in business deals, through false advertising — and the list goes on. We quickly learn that trust is a very fragile thing that is as easily broken as a spider’s web. All those experiences teach us to become cautious, even skeptical of others. And then along comes God, and the very first thing He asks us to do is to put our trust in Him! But how can we know for sure that God is worth trusting; that He won’t let us down like others have?

He is Able!

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:30:24 +0000

We don’t serve a God who is “somewhat” able to do certain things. We don’t serve a God who is good at some things, but not so good at other things. Ephesians 3:20 tells us that God is able to do “exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think.” Whatever mountains you may be facing in your life, God has the power to move them. Nothing is too difficult for Him!

God Still Writes the Last Chapter

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 15:30:56 +0000

From a very dark time in history when corruption was rampant and every man did what was right in his own eyes, there emerges a story of grace and hope. A young woman named Ruth makes a choice to follow God, and her life is forever changed. Regardless of how dark or hopeless your surroundings may be, you can be that one person who chooses to rise above it all, follow God, and make a difference!

Drawing Near to Christ

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 04 Nov 2007 15:30:45 +0000

God’s Goodness in Hard Times

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 14:30:53 +0000

Choices

LifePoint Church - Greenville, South Carolina (LifePoint Church) — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 14:30:50 +0000