March 3, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • 1 Samuel 1, 1 Samuel 2
When we're in pain, it's hard to see the big picture. But rest assured, God is using your personal story to do a bigger work within His story. All Hannah wanted was a son, and her prayer of anguish was answered by God with a child who would change a nation. So lay your pain on the altar, and allow God to provide a blessing that impacts generations to come.
Above All Other Gods
February 25, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • 1 Kings 18:1–45
Does your life reflect faith in the power of the one true God? The prophet Elijah, full of faith in Yahweh, arranged a dramatic standoff with 450 prophets of Baal in order to prove the existence and power of his God. God did not disappoint, but sent fire and then rain on the land. May this compelling story remind you that the power of prayer lies in the power of God.
The Most Important Prayer to Pray
February 11, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • 2 Chronicles 33
What's the most radical conversion story you've ever heard? Is true repentance possible for the worst sinner? King Manasseh was the vilest king in Israel's history, yet when he called out to God in his distress, humbling himself and repenting, God forgave and restored him. Listen in as Pastor Larry talks about the most important prayer there is - the prayer of repentance.
The Last Stand
February 4, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • 2 Kings 19:3–36
When you feel surrounded by adversity, do you look to develop your own solutions or choose to trust God's promises? King Hezekiah was literally surrounded by the Assyrian army, but through his prayers the Lord miraculously delivered him and altered the course of history. So in doubtful or even critical moments, remember that your faithful prayers can be instrumental in saving and restoring generations to come.
The Problem with Prayer
January 28, 2024 • Pastor Larry Hasmatali • Acts 12:1–17
Do you believe that your prayers move the hand of a sovereign God? The problem with prayer is this spectrum we all find ourselves on - between just surrendering to God's will and trying to manipulate God into giving us whatever we want. The story of Peter's miraculous release from prison gives us a glimpse into the power of prayer, but also reminds us that this wasn't everyone's story. While we pray fervently, we also say, "not my will but Thine be done."
