Do Not Be Deceived
In this sermon on James 1:12–18, Pastor Tony reminds us that when trials come, we must not be deceived about the nature of temptation or the nature of God. Temptation does not come from God, but from the sinful desires within our own hearts. Sin makes promises it cannot keep. It promises satisfaction and life, but ultimately leads to death. James reminds us that God is altogether different. He is holy, good, generous, and unchanging. Every good and perfect gift comes from Him, and He has shown us His goodness most clearly by giving us new life through Jesus Christ. When temptation comes, we can resist its lies and trust the God who never changes. And when we do fall, we can look to Christ, knowing there is forgiveness, grace, and power to change in Him.
How To Respond To Trials
Trials are hard. They can leave us discouraged, overwhelmed, and wondering what God is doing. James does not ask us to pretend that our suffering does not hurt. Instead, he helps us see our trials in light of what God is doing through them. In James 1:1–11, we are reminded that God uses even difficult seasons to strengthen our faith, produce steadfastness, and make us more like Christ. And when we do not know what to do, God invites us to come to Him for wisdom. He is generous, and He does not shame us for needing His help. In this sermon, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to think clearly, ask trustingly, and boast rightly when trials come, resting not in our circumstances but in the riches we have in Christ and looking to Jesus, who endured suffering for our salvation.
The Blessed, The Needy, And The Confident
In this sermon on Psalm 41, Pastor Tony Doppke teaches that those who know the Lord’s mercy will show mercy to those in need and seek mercy when they need it.
When You’re Back in the Pit
In this sermon on Psalm 40, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to remember God’s past deliverance because it strengthens us to trust Him in present trials.
Put Your Hope In The Lord
In this sermon on Psalm 39, Pastor Tony Doppke teaches that when suffering reminds us that life is short and death is certain, we should put our hope in the Lord.
When Sin Weighs Heavy
In this sermon on Psalm 38, Pastor Tony Doppke preaches on how the painful reality of sin should drive you to the mercy of God.
The Prayer And Praise Of The Persecuted
In this sermon on Psalm 35, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages believers to let opposition drive you to prayer and God's deliverance lead you to praise.
The King We Truly Need
In this sermon on 2 Samuel 21:1-24:25, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to sing praises to the Lord, our Rock, who saves His people through His promised King.
The Return Of The King
In this sermon on 2 Samuel 19:9-20:26, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to long for the return of the true King, who alone can bring lasting peace to His people.
Trusting God In The Wilderness
In this sermon on 2 Samuel 15:13-19:8, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us that when life feels like it’s falling apart, God’s providence teaches us to trust His sovereign hand.
The Aftermath Of David’s Sin
In this sermon on 2 Samuel 13:1-15:12, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to not take sin lightly, because the consequences of our sin can reach farther than we’d expect.
The Fall Of David
In this sermon on 2 Samuel 11:1-12:31, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to confess our sin, because the Lord forgives and restores repentant sinners.
The Promise Of The Forever King
In this sermon on 2 Samuel 5:6-10:19, Pastor Tony Doppke shows how God’s faithfulness to fulfill His promises should humble us and give us courage to pray.
The Messy Road To The Throne
In this sermon on 2 Samuel 2:1-5:5, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to trust that God will accomplish His purposes, even in the mess around us and the mess within us.
How The Mighty Have Fallen
In this sermon on 1 Samuel 28:1-2 Samuel 1:27, Pastor Tony Doppke teaches that the mighty fall, but the Lord lifts up those who strengthen themselves in Him.
The Wilderness Years
In this sermon on 1 Samuel 21:1-27:12, Pastor Tony Doppke explains that God uses the wilderness to teach us to trust in His timing while we wait for the fulfillment of His promises.
How Are You Responding To God’s Chosen King?
In this sermon on 1 Samuel 18:1-20:42, Pastor Tony Doppke explains that God’s chosen King exposes what we truly love: Him and His kingdom or ourselves and our own.
David And Goliath
In this sermon on 1 Samuel 17:1-58, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to trust the Lord, who saves through what appears weak, so that all the earth may know His name.
The Chosen Shepherd-King
In this sermon on 1 Samuel 16:1-23, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to trust the sovereign God and see that He has provided the King you need.
The Fall Of Saul
In this sermon on 1 Samuel 12:1-15:35, Pastor Tony Doppke encourages us to obey the obedient King who forgives your disobedience and now empowers your obedience.