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This is a topical study of the basic fundamentals of the Christian faith. This 15-message series is great for a new believer or anyone wanting to study what Biblical Christianity is really all about.

As detailed by Pastor Skip Heitzig, First Samuel tells the stories of a prophet, a politician, and a poet—Samuel, Saul, and David—and how God used them to form the nation of Israel.

What does the word "church" mean to you? Jesus said the church is His and that He would build it. He also said the church is a group of people, not a place. This study looks at the spiritual condition of the church throughout history. These letters are from Jesus to real churches with real conditions and have significant application to our lives today.

Hebrews was written to the Jewish Christians to exalt Jesus Christ as superior to all, including the Law and the prophets. Skip Heitzig explains the importance of this book to all believers.

Second Timothy is called the “dying epistle” because it was the last letter written by Paul. Pastor Skip Heitzig shows how Paul encouraged his “son in the faith,” even in his final days on earth.

From its opening genealogy through its careful record of Old Testament prophecies fulfilled, Matthew's gospel forms a bridge between the Old Testament and the New Testament. In this in-depth study by Pastor Skip Heitzig we'll consider Jesus' ancestry, birth, public ministry, death, and resurrection, and we'll gain a clearer understanding of Jesus as both Messiah and King.

The book of Jeremiah has an overarching theme: judgment. God commissioned the prophet Jeremiah to speak to the backsliding nation of Israel about the destruction that would come as a result of their sin - unless they repented. In this series, Pastor Skip Heitzig digs into the first 22 chapters of Jeremiah, exploring God's righteous anger as well as His mercy to those who return to Him.

When Jesus asked his disciples: "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?" Peter responded, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." Jesus promised Peter that upon the rock of that confession he would build his church. The truth of who Jesus is empowers common man to speak the message that opens the doors of heaven to sinners. Join us to learn strong principles for godly living and reach new heights in our faith as we work our way through Peter's epistles.

First Thessalonians is a letter to a young church. Skip Heitzig teaches how Paul calls them to have a holy lifestyle, strength in the face of difficulties, and purity in the midst of immorality.

Ephesians exalts the new life that we have in Christ, which produces a new relationship with God and with others. Skip Heitzig explains the wealth, the walk, and the warfare of the believer.

The people of God have always held dual citizenship in heaven and on earth. We live in the world and operate in its systems, but we are part of a spiritual kingdom. We're called to love the city we're in and reach its people as long as we're here. Ultimately, Jesus will establish His kingdom on earth, but until then we are called to be His ambassadors here and now. In this teaching series, Skip Heitzig explores what it means to "occupy till [He comes]" (Luke 19:13, KJV) as we discover our role in the kingdom city.

Jesus is the visible likeness of the invisible God, and all things were made by Him, from the majestic Milky Way to the fruit fly hovering around your overripe bananas. In between galaxies and fruit flies is where most of life happens: work or school, family and friendships, health, hobbies, and entertainment. In Paul’s letter to the Colossians, the apostle declares that Jesus holds it all together. In this teaching series, Skip Heitzig explores the practical application of Jesus’ preeminence. Life is complicated. Let’s make sure Jesus is at the center of it all.

In the book of Revelation, Jesus wrote seven personal letters to seven churches throughout Asia. Since we are part of the church, we can learn much from these letters about how to conduct our personal lives. Join Pastor Skip Heitzig in this series to discover what it is the Spirit has to say to the church as a whole.

Have you ever wondered how to stay focused and faithful in your walk with the Lord? This study through the book of Colossians with Pastor Skip Heitzig gives you direction on how to remain steady and balanced in your walk and challenges you to draw closer to the One who loves you more than any other.

Jesus loves people - all people: prostitutes, drug addicts, abusers - and you. This profound truth is at the very heart of the gospel. Jesus loves the unlovable and touches the untouchable, and during His time on earth, He was compassionate and merciful toward people from all walks of life. What would it be like if you personally encountered Him? Join Pastor Skip Heitzig in this series to learn more about God's radical love for you and fall more in love with the living Savior.

Skip Heitzig presents the book of Ruth - a love story and a story of redemption, but also the story of how God works in the lives of people to accomplish His purposes.

The book of First John was written to a church that was being seduced from within by those who tried to mix worldly philosophy into the faith. Skip Heitzig shows how John defended the truth.

Before entering the Promised Land, Moses reminded Israel of their history and the covenant they made with the Lord. The Book of Deuteronomy details that covenant, looking at God's promises of cursing and blessing. In this study, Skip Heitzig unpacks those promises and explores the truths found in this still-relevant book of law.

Join Skip Heitzig for this in-depth study of the first chapter of James as he looks at how believers can endure hard times and overcome temptation.

Being a Christian is hard! Whether you've been a believer for a day or a decade, faith in Jesus won't make you immune to the challenges and troubles of life. Believers often face unique difficulties because of their faith. We all need a little help, and we find the help we need in Scripture. Whether you're seeking answers, boldness, or peace, you'll find help in the Bible. God's Word—the ultimate source of truth, wisdom, and supernatural comfort—provides perfect guidance from our loving and all-knowing Creator.