by Pastor Ray Viola | Nov 19, 2025 | Selah
In the Bible, sin literally means missing the mark. What is that mark? Simply stated, it is perfection in thought, word, deed, and motive. Needless to say, everyone has sinned, and the wages of sin is death, which is eternal separation from God. However, there is good...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Nov 18, 2025 | Selah
If we believe that Jesus is coming soon, then how should we be living? Whether you are a student, homemaker, employee, or employer, vocational evangelism is a key to spreading the Gospel to a lost and dying world. Please open your Bible to Second Thessalonians chapter...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Nov 17, 2025 | Selah
Today’s passage calls us to spiritual diligence, steadfast faith, and the grace to finish well. In a world filled with distraction and disorder, Paul exhorted the Thessalonian believers to live responsibly and prayerfully. God is not calling us to wait passively on a...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Nov 14, 2025 | Selah
Last time, we began exploring Paul’s sobering words about the events leading up to Christ’s return. Today, we will begin with a closer look at the mysterious figure Paul calls the son of perdition—a man of lawlessness destined for destruction. Please open your Bible...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Nov 13, 2025 | Selah
Many believers hold different views about how the last days will unfold before Christ’s return. However, regardless of the timeline or interpretation, Scripture calls every believer to the same daily mission: Live a Gospel-centered, fruit-bearing, God-glorifying life!...
by Pastor Ray Viola | Nov 12, 2025 | Selah
God is just—and all men are sinners. So how can God save sinners without compromising His justice? Because Jesus bore the full weight of eternal destruction on the cross, satisfying the Father’s righteous demand to punish all sin, all who accept this gift of salvation...