Sounding The Truth

Today Pastor Dykstra focuses on the Holy Spirit.  The giver of grace.

In troubling times, Peter says we should learn to trust in Jesus.  Pastor Art Dykstra tells us today that it's only then, when we can feel secure enough to cast all of our cares on our Savior, Jesus Christ.

In today's program the Prophet Haggai tells the people of Israel, right before their fall festivals, their problem is you love your own glory, not His.

How do we maintain humility in a world that encourages us to "toot our own horn?" Today Pastor Art Dykstra's message comes from the first book of Peter, chapter 5.  We thank God for all we've been given, and practice humility as Jesus did.

In 1 Peter Chapter 4, Pastor Art Dykstra continues the theme of "suffering."  Can we hold on to our faith when things go wrong?  That's when we know if we have "Fireproof Faith!"

Why do we have to suffer?  Why does God allow some people to suffer more than others?  What does the Bible say about suffering?  That's today's topic from Pastor Art Dykstra.

Today's message is taken from the Book of Galations, Chapter 5 verses 16-26.  Inside of each of us, The Holy Spirit guides us by letting us know what's wrong and what's right...often thought of as our conscience. Are we listening?

Pastor Art Dykstra explains the Day of Atonement from the book of Hebrews.  In ancient times an animal sacrifice would be offered to atone for our misgivings.  How do we approach this Day of Atonement today? 

Today, Pastor Art Dykstra tells us to trust in Jesus when times are hard.  And follow his plan for us, not our own.

Pastor Art Dykstra's message today comes from the book of 1 Peter 2:13 - 3:7. Prayers that appear to be unanswered could be for lack of repentance.  

The message on today's Sounding The Truth program comes from the book of First Peter. Pastor Art Dykstra titles it "The Path To Spiritual Maturity: Living Holy in an Unholy World." Doing the right thing is not always the easiest thing.

As we transition from summer to fall, Pastor Art Dykstra begins a new series called "1 Peter." Amid all of the tragic news, where and how will we find new hope?  

This week Pastor Art Dykstra follows Paul on the road to Damascus, as he encounters the risen Christ...and he has a message for the Galatians.

Today Pastor Art Dykstra talks about the restlessness in our present culture.  We spend so many hours working, will we ever take the time to rest?

One of the last Sundays in The Summer of Solomon Series, in this week's sermon, Pastor Art Dykstra invites us to discover our purpose, in God's plan for us.  What's my job description?

Do we lift up our children with praise and positive reinforcement or is most of our interaction limited to reprimands and punishment?  In today's message taken from Proverbs chapter 18, Pastor Art Dykstra asks us to examine our parenting, and make it a point to show appreciation and encouragement.

Despite making poor decisions, having hundreds of wives, and concubines, Pastor Dykstra says Solomon's devotion to Jesus was true.  

Pastor Art Dykstra says that famous intelligent philosophers and writers have long searched for the meaning of life in a "Godless" world.  And he suggests that no riches or fame will give our life meaning.  When the only true way is when you live your life through Jesus and give yourself to Him.

Pastor Art Dykstra warns us that we must know scripture to know when someone is misrepresenting it. Some of these "Wolves in Sheep's Clothing" twist the meaning or simply misquote God's word to their own advantage, usually monetary.

Pastor Art Dykstra's message today comes from the Book of Proverbs Chapter 3, verses 5-6, Finding Peace in an anxious world.