The key here isn't just hearing the words of Jesus, but putting them into practice. It's about more than intellectual assent or religious performance – it's about allowing Christ's teachings to shape our character and actions fundamentally.  Read More

The imagery of wolves in sheep's clothing serves as a stark reminder that not everyone who speaks the language of faith truly follows Christ. We are warned about false prophets and teachers who may look the part but inwardly seek to devour and mislead. This caution extends beyond just religious leaders to include anyone professes faith without truly living it out.  Read More

Before the city awoke that first Easter morning, God was already breathing life into an empty tomb. Mary Magdalene came expecting death — but found the stone rolled away and hope reborn. The resurrection is more than a moment in history; it’s an invitation to a new life. Christ calls us to move beyond doubt, to trust that no stone is too heavy for Him to roll away. The tomb is empty. The invitation stands. How will you respond?  Read More

The resurrection of Jesus Christ marks the most significant turning point in human history. This transformative event changed how we mark time and continues to impact lives today. The empty tomb represents not just a historical event, but an invitation to experience new life.  Read More

Too often, churches can fall into a CEO mindset, running like an organization that executes tasks rather than a body of believers living in community. But Jesus modeled something completely different:  Read More

The parallels between ancient child sacrifices to false gods and modern-day abortion practices are chilling. While the methods may have changed, the underlying spiritual dynamics remain the same – the sacrifice of the innocent for perceived personal gain or comfort.  Read More

Join the Journey! If you’re not already following along, now is the perfect time to jump in. Download the Gloucester Pt. Bible Church and journey through Scripture with us. Let’s explore the grand narrative of God’s plan together, day by day. Our reading will be chronological, helping you understand the history of God's redemptive plan.  Read More

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son,that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world,but in order that the world might be saved through him.” - John 3:16-17, ESV Christmas morning as a child felt magical. You wake up with eager anticipation,rushing to see the presents under the tree. Soon, wrapp...  Read More

All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet:“The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel”(which means “God with us”). When Joseph woke up,he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife.But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son.And he gave him the name Jesus. –Matthew...  Read More

This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to bemarried to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant throughthe Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not wantto expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly.But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared t...  Read More

“Jesus said, I am the light of the world; ‘he who follows me will notwalk in darkness, but will have the light of life’ ” - John 8:12This first candle reminds us of the light of HOPE of the prophets.The second candle reminds us of the light of PEACE in Christ Jesus.The third candle is a symbol of the great light and JOY which surrounded theshepherds at the announcement of Jesus’ birth.The fourth c...  Read More

I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever;with my mouth I will make your faithfulness knownthrough all generations.I will declare that your love stands firm forever,that you have established your faithfulness in heaven itself.You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one,I have sworn to David my servant,‘I will establish your line foreverand make your throne firm through all generations....  Read More