Skip Heitzig

Jun 22, 2025 • 46 min

“When the servant of the man of God got up and went out early the next morning, an army with horses and chariots had surrounded the city. ‘Oh no, my lord! What shall we do?’ the servant asked. ‘Don’t be afraid,’ the prophet answered. ‘Those who are with us are more than those who are with them.’ And Elisha prayed, ‘Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.’ Then the Lord opened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha” (2 Kings 6:15-17, NIV). Evidence for the Supernatural 1. Documented Miracles 2. Deathbed Visions 3. Near-Death Experiences 4. Angelic Encounters 5. Mystical Dreams 6. Divine Experiences Receive salvation through Christ so you can be confident that you’ll spend eternity with Him (see 1 John 5:13). Put on the full armor of God (see Ephesians 6:10-18).

Jun 18, 2025 • 1h 1m

Have you fully surrendered your life to God? Pastor Antonio Aragón walks us through Mark 14, where we see Jesus model sacrificial love and complete obedience to the Father's will. In the garden, He prayed with honesty and humility, seeking strength—while surrendering to the Father's plan: "Nevertheless, not what I will, but what You will" (v. 36). When we submit to the will of God, we'll experience true victory.

Jun 15, 2025 • 45 min

Today we celebrate our fathers. We honor them for their sacrifice, valor, and commitment. But I’d like to explore the Fatherhood of God today as we look at the most famous prayer in the world—actually, the first line of that prayer. As we do, we discover that this prayer implies four great truths. I. Relationship II. Lordship III. Fellowship IV. Guardianship Talk with God: Pray for the fathers you know—that the Lord would strengthen and guide them as they lead their families and build a legacy of faith in their communities. Talk with others: Ask a brother in Christ how you can come alongside them and support them in their walk with the Lord this week. Talk with kids: Why do we not need a tabernacle today?

Jun 11, 2025 • 36 min

Joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a choice. In these verses, Paul shifted from theology to testimony, highlighting two faithful believers—Timothy and Epaphroditus. Through these men, Paul painted a picture of what it means to live selflessly, serve faithfully, and put the needs of others above our own—all for the sake of Christ.

Jun 8, 2025 • 47 min

Complaining is draining! It only takes away energy from today and never solves problems for tomorrow. And what’s more, a complaining tongue reveals an ungrateful heart. Here in Nehemiah 5, we see that tension was growing among God’s people as complainers voiced their grievances. Some of these complaints were legitimate, but Nehemiah set out to fix the issues and stop the protests. I. The Local Condition (vv. 1-5) II. The Leader’s Reaction (vv. 6-7) III. The Loving Solution (vv. 7-19) Talk with God: Meditate on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal the situations in your life that you are more prone to complain about than to pray about. Talk with others: Ask a mentor or trusted believer to hold you accountable to pray and give thanks in everything as you “follow the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:18) this week. Talk with kids: How does Jesus save us from God’s judgment of sin?

Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 4m

In Philippians 2, Paul called for believers to live with humility, unity, and Christlike love. He draws our attention to Jesus as an example of selfless obedience and urged believers to shine as lights in a dark world. Pastor Skip Heitzig reminds us that true joy comes from living for God's glory and putting others first.

Jun 1, 2025 • 51 min

In life, you don’t get to choose between building and battling—you’re called to do both. In Nehemiah 4, we discover how to keep building the future while fighting off the fear, distraction, and opposition that threaten to stop us. Whether it’s clearing the rubble of your past, guarding the vulnerable places in your life, or learning to trust God as your ultimate defender, we are called to stay strong in the fight and faithful in the work. Don’t drop your shovel. Don’t sheathe your sword. The wall goes up when you show up. I. Buried in the Rubble (v. 10) II. Threats in the Shadows (vv. 11-12) III. Guard the Gaps (vv. 13-18) IV. Backup on the Battlefield (vv. 19-23) Talk with God: Meditate on Hebrews 4:12 and ask the Lord for the discipline and courage to take up your sword—the Word—as you step onto the battlefield each day. Talk with others: Go to battle in prayer for your Connect Group or circle of believers and ask them how you can guard the gaps and provide backup for them this week. Talk with kids: How do the Commandments teach us to love God and people?

May 28, 2025 • 1h 4m

In 2 Corinthians 7:4-13, Paul expressed the tension of being heavy-hearted over sin yet joyful over repentance. In this message, Pastor Mat Pirolo examines how conviction can be a gift when it moves us toward restoration. God uses even the weight of our sorrow to bring healing when our hearts remain open to Him.

May 25, 2025 • 53 min

Being a Christian can be hard in the current climate of hostility—where believers worldwide face physical oppression and persecution. In our own culture, the church is labeled archaic and irrelevant in its stance on modern issues. Today we will consider a few reasons for the opposition we face as Christians and how we can face it victoriously. I. Opposition is Normal II. Opposition is Verbal III. Opposition is Continual IV. Opposition is Conquerable Talk with God: Ask the Lord for the courage to stand firm in Christ, despite opposition. Talk with others: Encourage a believer or family member who’s been struggling this week and remind them that their “labor is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58). Talk with kids: Why did Moses need help leading the people?

May 21, 2025 • 1h 7m

What epitaph would sum up your life? In this chapter, Paul emphasized that the gospel cannot be chained. He looked beyond personal hardship to eternal purpose, urging believers to live boldly and fearlessly for the faith. In this message, Skip Heitzig highlights how courage, unity, and a heavenly perspective equip us to stand strong—even when life gets hard.

May 18, 2025 • 42 min

One of the greatest coaches of all time, Vince Lombardi, said, “Individual commitment to a group effort—that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.” Nehemiah 3 records the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls by individuals committed to this group effort. Here we can learn several practical and spiritual principles. I. God's Work Should Be Orderly II. There's a Place for Everyone III. Your Service Should Fit You IV. Some Work Harder Than Others V. Work Should Be Tied to Purpose Talk with God: Meditate on Proverbs 3:5-6 this week and ask the Lord to “show you which path to take” (NLT) as you seek His will in every area of your life. Talk with others: If you’re struggling with brokenness in your life—spiritually, mentally, or physically—ask a mentor or trusted fellow believer to stand with you as you start rebuilding. Talk with kids: Why can we trust God to provide for our needs?

May 14, 2025 • 1h 2m

In Philippians 1, Paul wrote with deep affection and gratitude to remind believers their joy and purpose are not dependent on their circumstances but rooted in Christ. He encouraged the church to stand firm, grow in love, and live with confidence in God’s work within them. Pastor Skip encourages us to live boldly for the gospel, trusting that what God will be faithful to complete what He's begun.

May 11, 2025 • 45 min

Nehemiah had come to Jerusalem to fix a problem. The city’s ancient, protective walls were in ruins, the entrances still had scorch marks from almost 200 years before, and the people had gotten used to the deplorable conditions. Let’s consider five ingredients we can apply to fix any problem. I. Go the Distance II. Assess the Need III. Get a Group IV. Expect a Fight V. Take a Stand Talk with God: Meditate on Psalm 147:1-6 this week and rest in the knowledge that the God who calls the stars by name also “heals the brokenhearted” (v. 3). Talk with others: Encourage your believing friends and family to “not grow weary” (Galatians 6:9) and go to battle for them in prayer this week. Talk with kids: Why is faith in Jesus the only way to be saved?

May 7, 2025 • 59 min

As Pastor Skip Heitzig wraps up this Expound study of 2 Chronicles, we see that God always responds to humble hearts—even in the midst of national rebellion and looming judgment. Through Josiah's repentance and renewal, we see that God's Word still transforms and calls His people back. Though exile came, so did the promise of return. Our God never forgets His covenants, and He always makes a way home.

May 4, 2025 • 51 min

Your life is not an accident. You were made on purpose and for a purpose. Finding that purpose is the most important discovery you could ever make. There were four distinct elements that confirmed Nehemiah’s calling and purpose in life. These four essentials will help you find your purpose. I. Timing II. Trusting III. Testing IV. Tension Talk with God: Ask the Lord to reveal the relationships and areas of your life that need to be rebuilt or strengthened. Talk with others: Ask a mentor or trusted believer to hold you accountable to spend time in prayer and the Word each day throughout this series. Talk with kids: What were the ten plagues God sent to Egypt?

Apr 30, 2025 • 1h 3m

Hezekiah struggled with pride and his son Manasseh led Judah into deep rebellion, but they both experienced God's grace and mercy through repentance. By the time young Josiah came to power, the nation was spiritually broken—but his tender heart and bold reforms sparked a return to God’s Word. In this message, Skip Heitzig shares how genuine humility and a responsive heart can lead to powerful personal—and sometimes even national—revival.

Apr 27, 2025 • 46 min

Author Margaret Atwood’s book The Handmaid’s Tale includes a character who says, “The fact is that I hate this city. I’ve hated it so long I can hardly remember feeling any other way about it.” For some people, this is a daily reality. But Nehemiah loved his city—Jerusalem—though it was a city in shambles. How can we, by God’s grace, learn to love our city for God’s glory? I. Loving Your City Begins by Asking the Right Questions II. Loving Your City Includes Feeling the Right Emotion III. Loving Your City Means Having the Right Reaction IV. Loving Your City Involves Doing the Right Actions Talk with God: Meditate on verses 10-11 and ask the Lord to give you His heart for the people of our city. Talk with others: Ask your Connect Group or believing friends how you can lock shields with them in their daily walk with the Lord and as they serve Him in their community. Talk with kids: How did God save Moses when he was a baby?

Apr 23, 2025 • 1h 3m

Hezekiah led a spiritual revival, calling his people back to worship and God honored their humble response through healing and unity. In this message, Skip Heitzig explores how revival begins with repentance, and how faith—not fear—brings victory when the pressure’s mounting.

Apr 20, 2025 • 40 min

Does your family have any Easter traditions? Allow me to give you a few more. These are the instructions that a heavenly messenger gave to the women who came to the tomb early that first Easter morning: Come, See, Go, Tell! Today we’ll discover what these instructions mean. Talk with God: Meditate on today’s passage and ask the Lord to fill you with a joyful desire to fulfill the Great Commission (vv. 18-20). Talk with others: Practice sharing the gospel message with your Connect Group or a believing friend or family member so you will “always be ready” (1 Peter 3:15). Talk with kids: How did the resurrection impact our lives as followers of Jesus?

Apr 18, 2025 • 39 min

I. The Attribute II. The Action III. The Audience