Sleeping On The Job
by Pastor Larry Hof on January 15th, 2026
When God Gives You a Wake-Up Call: Lessons from Jonah's SleepHave you ever found yourself spiritually asleep while the world around you is in crisis? The story of Jonah provides a powerful wake-up call for believers who have become complacent in their faith and calling.A Believer Asleep While Others Are PerishingIn Jonah 1:6, we find a striking scene: "So the shipmaster came to him and said unto h... Read More
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The One Worth the Search
by Pastor Larry Hof on January 13th, 2026
The Shepherd's Pursuit: Why Every Lost Soul Matters to GodIn Luke 15, Jesus tells a powerful story that challenges our perspective on evangelism and the value of every individual soul. When religious leaders criticized Jesus for eating with sinners, He responded with a parable that reveals God's heart for the lost and our responsibility to pursue them.What Makes One Soul So Important?Jesus asked a... Read More
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Running From Revival: God's Clear Call
by Pastor Larry Hof on January 8th, 2026
Running from Revival: Why We Resist God's CallHave you ever felt God calling you to do something specific, only to find yourself heading in the opposite direction? The story of Jonah offers a powerful mirror for our own spiritual lives, revealing why we sometimes run from the very revival and transformation God wants to bring.When God's Direction is Crystal ClearThe word of the Lord came to Jonah ... Read More
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Each 1 Reach 1: The Ones that Drew Near
by Pastor Larry Hof on January 5th, 2026
Each One Reach One: How Lost People Are Drawn to JesusAs we begin a new year, many of us make resolutions that we struggle to keep. But what if instead of making a resolution, we made a covenant with God? What if our one thing this year was to seek after Jesus so we can help others know Him too?What Does It Mean to Seek God's House?David wrote in Psalm 27:4, "One thing have I desired of the Lord, ... Read More
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Revival: A Pastor's Prayer
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 31st, 2025
Finding Revival Through Obedience and SubmissionAs we wrap up another year, many of us are looking ahead with hope for spiritual renewal and revival. But where does true revival come from? How can we experience the transformative power of God in our lives and churches? The answer lies in understanding two fundamental principles that many of us naturally resist: obedience and submission.Why Do We S... Read More
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Wrestling with God
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 28th, 2025
Wrestling with God: How Divine Encounters Transform Our WalkHave you ever found yourself at the end of your rope, desperately needing God but still fighting against His will? Jacob's wrestling match with God in Genesis 32 reveals a powerful truth: when we stop fighting against God's will and start fighting for His presence, everything changes.When God Isolates Us for TransformationJacob had spent ... Read More
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Jesus Is Not a Novelty
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 24th, 2025
Jesus Christ: The Same Yesterday, Today, and ForeverIn a world filled with changing trends and fleeting ideas, there's something profoundly comforting about the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ. As we navigate through various teachings and perspectives about faith, it's crucial to remember that Jesus is not a novelty or a seasonal decoration—He is the eternal, unchanging Son of God.Why Jesus Is N... Read More
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Why I'm Thankful Jesus Was Born In The Flesh
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 21st, 2025
Why I'm Thankful Jesus Came in the Flesh: Six Reasons the Incarnation MattersThe Christmas season often focuses on the birth of Jesus, but the incarnation—God becoming flesh—is far more than just a Christmas truth. It's the foundation of our salvation, our hope, and our daily assurance. Here are six reasons why we should be deeply grateful that Jesus chose to come in human flesh.What Does It Mean ... Read More
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My Contention with Contentment
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 18th, 2025
Living by Faith: Practical Instructions for Christian LivingThe Book of Hebrews concludes with powerful, practical instructions for believers who want to live by faith. After establishing Christ's supremacy and calling us to persevere through trials, the author gives us specific ways to demonstrate our faith in daily life.What Does It Mean to Let Brotherly Love Continue?The command to "let brother... Read More
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How Do We Approach a Holy God
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 11th, 2025
Two Mountains: How Do We Approach God Today?In the book of Hebrews, we encounter a powerful contrast between two mountains that represent two completely different ways of approaching God. These mountains - Sinai and Zion - show us the difference between approaching God through fear and condemnation versus approaching Him through Christ and grace.What Does Mount Sinai Represent?Mount Sinai represen... Read More
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Stop Running, Start Praying
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 7th, 2025
When Running Ends: Jacob's Journey from Fear to FaithHave you ever found yourself running from God instead of running to Him? Jacob's story in Genesis 32 reveals a powerful truth: sometimes God must corner us between our unfinished past and uncertain future before we finally stop running and start praying.What Does It Mean to Stop Running from God?Jacob had spent his entire life running. He ran fr... Read More
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What To Do When God Corrects You
by Pastor Larry Hof on December 4th, 2025
When God Disciplines You: How to Respond with Faith Instead of FearWhen life gets difficult and God's discipline feels heavy, our natural response is often to withdraw, sulk, or make excuses. But Scripture calls us to a radically different response - one that demonstrates faith rather than fear, and trust rather than rebellion.What Does It Mean When God Disciplines You?The Bible is clear: "whom th... Read More
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