Skip Heitzig

Apr 13, 2025 • 49 min

Who is the man of the shroud? In this message, Dr. Jeremiah Johnston explores the mystery of the Shroud of Turin and its possible connection to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jeremiah highlights eyewitness testimony, physical reality, the eternal glory of the risen Lord, and explains how the Shroud invites deeper reflection on the suffering, death, and victorious resurrection of Jesus. I. Serious Scholars and Experts Believe the Shroud is Authentic II. Science Today Still Cannot Explain How the Image is in the Cloth III. The Evidence Most Powerfully Points to One Conclusion: Jesus is the Man of the Shroud

Apr 9, 2025 • 1h 8m

Ahaz led Judah into deep spiritual decline, but his son Hezekiah reversed course with bold reforms and a heart for worship. In this message, Skip Heitzig shares that it’s never too late to turn back to God—and it only takes one act of obedience at a time.

Apr 6, 2025 • 50 min

When life feels overwhelming, 2 Corinthians 4:16–18 reminds us to look beyond our present troubles and fix our eyes on what is unseen and eternal. We may not understand everything in this life, but we can trust the One who does. Though evil and suffering raise hard questions, guest speaker Frank Turek shows how some of the strongest arguments used to doubt God actually point to His existence. I. Does Evil Disprove God? II. What's the Purpose of Evil? III. What's God's Solution to Evil? Talk with God: Meditate on Ephesians 3:16 this week and ask the Lord to renew and strengthen you as you walk with Him.

Mar 30, 2025 • 45 min

The great preacher of Victorian England Charles Spurgeon once remarked, “I do not believe there ever existed a Christian yet, who did not now and then doubt his interest in Jesus. I think, when a man says, ‘I never doubt,’ it is quite time for us to doubt him.” It’s reassuring that even a spiritual heavyweight like John the Baptist experienced doubts. Let’s see how Jesus helped him. I. The Ambivalence of John   A. Experiential Doubts   B. Intellectual Doubts   C. Societal Doubts   D. Moral Doubts  II. The Answer of Jesus   A. He Answered Directly   B. He Answered Verbally   C. He Answered Practically   D. He Answered Patiently Talk with God: Meditate on Mark 9:23-24 and ask the Lord to give you wisdom and peace as you seek to address your own doubts and unbelief. Talk with others: Encourage a fellow believer who’s wrestling with doubt or questioning their faith by reminding them that God can handle their questions (see James 1:5). Talk with kids: What did Job learn about God?

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 5m

Amaziah, Uzziah, and Jotham prospered when they sought the Lord, but Amaziah turned to false gods, Uzziah’s arrogance brought judgment, and Jotham failed to lead the people spiritually. In this message on 2 Chronicles 25-27, Skip Heitzig explores why true success comes from consistent obedience, not personal strength.

Mar 23, 2025 • 55 min

The tragic events that unfolded in Jerusalem on October 7, 2024, have left the region in turmoil. How should we respond in these uncertain times as followers of Christ? Joel Rosenberg unpacks these challenges through the lens of Scripture, exploring prophecy and God’s plan for the days ahead. Joel Rosenberg is a New York Times bestselling author with more than five million copies of his books in print. He is the founder and editor-in-chief of All Israel News and All Arab News and the host of the Rosenberg Report, a primetime weekly news and analysis program on TBN, the most watched Christian TV network in the US. In 2006, Rosenberg and his wife founded the Joshua Fund, a nonprofit organization that has invested more than $100 million towards strengthening the church in Israel and the Arab/Muslim world to preach the Word, shepherd the flock, care for the poor and needy, teach the global church about God’s love and prophetic plan for the people of the Middle East, and fulfill the Great Commission.

Mar 19, 2025 • 1h

In 2 Chronicles 23-24, Jehoiada restored Joash to the throne, leading Judah back to God. Joash repaired the temple, but after Jehoiada’s death, he turned from the Lord, which ultimately led to his downfall. In this message, Skip Heitzig shares why lasting faith requires ongoing commitment and accountability.

Mar 16, 2025 • 49 min

Doubt is often a stepping stone on the road to a secure faith. We’ve all had our doubts; it’s what we do with those doubts that matters. Do we give up, take our ball, and go home? Or do we find unshakable reasons that faith in God is the best worldview possible? Today let’s look at the rocky journey of Thomas’s struggle between faith and doubt. Perhaps we’ll see ourselves in it. I. Confidence II. Turbulence III. Distance IV. Evidence V. Penitence VI. Permanence Talk with God: Meditate on 1 Peter 1:8-9 and thank the Lord for the peace and confidence we have in our salvation, so we can “rejoice with joy inexpressible” (v. 8). Talk with others: If you’re wrestling with a doubt or difficult question, ask a mentor or pastor for help in navigating that struggle. Talk with kids: How does God show He keeps His promises in this Bible story?

Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 3m

King Jehoshaphat faced a vast enemy, but turned to God in prayer and witnessed a miraculous victory through divine intervention. However, he eventually suffered the consequences of his alliances with wicked rulers. In this message, Pastor Skip Heitzig explores God’s faithfulness, the dangers of compromise, and the tragic downfall of Judah’s leadership.

Mar 9, 2025 • 54 min

It's time to reclaim the ground God has entrusted to us and step into our God-given roles. In this message, Pastor Nate Heitzig calls us to be bold—supporting and serving one another and our church, guarding our homes and families, clinging to what is good, and trusting that God still works miracles. To take ground in our homes, communities, and cities, we must stand strong, stay grounded, and step into God's calling on our lives. I. Stand Strong II. Stay Grounded III. Step Forward Talk with God: Ask the Lord to give you strength and courage as you commit to plant your flag and reclaim what the enemy has stolen in your life. Talk with others: How can your Connect Group, family, or friends take ground in your community this year? Talk with kids: How did God’s promise to Abraham continue through Jacob?

Mar 5, 2025 • 1h 2m

As believers, we’re part of God’s kingdom, but there’s a learning curve when it comes to speaking the language. In this message from Colossians 4, we discover how to navigate the new of way of life we're called to in Christ as Pastor Mat Pirolo explores three key aspects of Christian speech.

Mar 2, 2025 • 47 min

Sharing your faith with unbelievers can be the scariest experience for many of us. Just the term evangelism can make us sweat. So we make excuses like, “I’m not an evangelist,” or, “I’ll mess it up,” or, “They’ll reject me,” or, “I’m not good enough at it.” Today we get a lesson on sharing our faith from the Master Himself—Jesus Christ—as we see how He spoke to a woman who thought she’d heard it all. I. Have the Right Attitude II. Have the Right Approach III. Have the Right Appeal Talk with God: Ask the Lord for boldness and opportunities to share the gospel this week. Talk with others: Invite an unbelieving friend or family member to come to church with you next weekend. Talk with kids: How did finding Isaac a wife show that God was keeping His promise to Abraham?

Feb 26, 2025 • 58 min

King Asa's son Jehoshaphat unwisely allied himself with King Ahab and ignored the admonishment of the only prophet willing to speak what God revealed to him. In this message, Skip Heitzig unpacks God's sovereignty and the importance of seeking and obeying His will.

Feb 23, 2025 • 47 min

“Cancel culture” is a newer cultural phenomenon whereby a group of people attempts to remove an individual’s or organization’s power, platform, financial resources, or livelihood. It takes place when people perceive that the target has transgressed against moral or social norms. But it’s not really new. It’s been around since the beginning. How should we live in such an environment? I. React Calmly II. Resist Firmly III. Reply Clearly IV. Respond Humbly V. Rest Inwardly Talk with God: Ask the Lord to give you a heart of compassion for those who may attack you for your beliefs, so you won’t return “evil for evil or reviling for reviling” (v. 9). Talk with others: Ask a fellow believer how you can pray for them and support their walk this week. Talk with kids: How does Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice Isaac point us to Jesus?

Feb 19, 2025 • 1h

King Asa's faithfulness led to a period of peace as he removed idols and renewed Israel's covenant with God. After Asa's death, his son Jehoshaphat honored God's teachings, strengthening Judah by seeking divine guidance. In this teaching, Pastor Skip Heitzig examines the destructive consequences of losing faith—and the blessings of trusting God.

Feb 12, 2025 • 55 min

When we trust God with our battles, we find peace and prosperity. As successive kings from the tribe of Judah stumbled into sin and then repented, God showed His mercy—healing and restoring His people. In this teaching, Skip Heitzig explores the consequences of living in the flesh and turning away from God.

Feb 9, 2025 • 50 min

Legalism was a serious problem in Paul’s day, and it’s a serious problem today. Vibrant truth is exchanged for a narrow-minded list of do’s and don’ts. The glorious name of Jesus becomes a synonym for a gloomy killjoy. A legalistic Christian is a dangerous substitute for the real thing. Anyone living under this tyranny never feels like they are doing enough. Let’s get some help! I. Legalism Contradicts the Gospel II. Legalism Contradicts Experience III. Legalism Contradicts Logic Talk with God: Ask for the Holy Spirit to reveal areas where legalism is taking over your walk and for peace to rest confidently in your salvation—through your faith in Jesus alone. Talk with others: Encourage a fellow believer by reminding them of Jesus’ work in their lives. Talk with kids: What promises has God made to us?

Feb 5, 2025 • 1h 6m

Solomon's reign reached incredible heights but rapidly declined when he turned away from God and began practicing idolatry. Solomon's son Rehoboam brought further division to the kingdom when he rejected wise counsel. In this message, Skip Heitzig unpacks this powerful reminder to seek God's guidance for every decision.

Feb 2, 2025 • 49 min

An alarming report from one research group noted, “Our nation is facing a new public health threat…feelings of anxiety and depression have grown to levels where virtually no one can ignore what is happening.” Today, we consider the help available for our mental health. In this letter to the Philippian church, Paul gives us five steps that will improve our mental health. I. Rejoice in the Presence of God II. Rely on the Power of God III. Recall the Provision of God IV. Rest in the Peace of God V. Reflect on the Purpose of God Talk with God: Ask the Lord to guide your steps and provide wisdom and clarity as you seek to improve your mental health in accordance with Scripture. Talk with others: If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or another mental health issue, ask a pastor, ministry leader, or mentor for prayer and practical support. Talk with kids: How were the people disobeying God’s commands?