Hero of the Faith

When we look at the lives of our heroes of the faith, we have to be careful not to miss the point.

New Life, New Habits

When we come to believe in Christ, a new life begins.

Paul MathersLiving HopeAugust 6, 2024Christianity, Living Hope Chico, Chico Living Hope, Gospel, Habit, Sanctification, Holiness, Romans 12, Evil, Good, Love, Revenge, New Life, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Transformation, Christlikeness

When God Sends Revival

What does a true revival look like, and what causes it to happen?

Sermons, Patrick Lacson, Guest SpeakerLiving HopeJune 4, 2023Revival, Acts 2, Salvation, Preaching, Repentance, Transformation, Sanctification, Baptism, Evangelsim, Conviction of Sin, Finneyism, Expository Preaching

Walking with Jesus

What God has already done for us in the gospel, the work that is finished and complete in Jesus Christ, stands as the foundation and the motivation of our entire Christian life.

Heath JarrettLiving HopeMay 31, 2023Christianity, Living Hope Chico, Chico Living Hope, Gospel, Christian Living, Sanctification, Holiness, 1 Corinthians, Legalism, Colossians 2:18, Colossians 3:1, Galatians 3:3, Holy Spirit, Spirit-empowered, Transformation

A Rock Solid Confession

Belief is more than just checking a few doctrinal boxes.

Do Not Worship in Vain

We always have to evaluate our traditions in light of Scripture, not the other way around.

The Secrets of the Kingdom

Why did Jesus teach with parables? His reasons might not be what you think.

Sermons, Heath Jarrett, The Gospel of the KingdomLiving HopeAugust 14, 2022Living Hope Chico, Chico Living Hope, Parables, Parable of the Sower, Judgment, Isaiah 6, Heart, Repentance, Revelation, Sanctification, Transformation, Kingdom of God

The Greatest Prophet, Priest, and King

Moral reformation is not enough. Relief without repentance is not enough.

Sermons, Heath Jarrett, The Gospel of the KingdomLiving HopeAugust 7, 2022Living Hope Chico, Chico Living Hope, Repentance, Salvation, moralism, Heart, Politics, Transformation, Culture, Culture wars, Gospel

Transformed by the Word

The truth of Jesus Christ isn’t just information, it’s intended to transform us.

Paul MathersLiving HopeMarch 28, 2022Christianity, Living Hope Chico, Chico Living Hope, Church, Gospel, Great Commission, Love, 1 Corinthians 13, Doctrine, Holiness, Sanctification, Transformation

Open Your Heart

Let the kindness of God encourage you to open your heart to Him.

Paul MathersLiving HopeFebruary 10, 2020Christianity, Living Hope Chico, Chico Living Hope, Transformation, Good News, Gospel, God's Goodness, Hope, Providence, Forgiveness