Watermark Sunday Messages

Oren Martin walks us through 1 Peter, giving evidence for why relationships and suffering are primary ways we can share the gospel with others. Specifically, our relationships with believers, relationships with non-believers, and times of suffering need to be understood as opportunities to share our hope in Jesus Christ.

Want a better marriage? The key to a better marriage is to show Jesus in your marriage. You can show Jesus in your marriage by fulfilling your God-given role, cultivating your character, and hoping in God.

God’s truth dispels the lies of our false identities so we can be secure in who we are and know how to live as we follow God. Listen as John Elmore shares from 1 Peter 2 the truth of our identity, calling, and Jesus’s example for our lives.

Are you at the right church? How do you even know? With Scripture from 1 Peter 2:4-12, here are six questions you should ask regarding church.

Are you growing spiritually? How can you measure your spiritual growth? Spiritual growth is measured not by external performance, but by an inner transformation of our hearts. 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 shows us three indicators of spiritual growth: love for others, hatred for sin, and hunger for truth.

We are all prone to spiritual amnesia. We forget the truth that is meant to transform us. Listen to Timothy “TA” Ateek share from 1 Peter 1 three crucial reminders we need daily.

What is a right theology of suffering? We will all face different trials in life, but God can use your suffering for your good and His glory. 1 Peter 1:3-12 shows us that we can praise God and have joy in suffering because we have the hope of ages.

The Christian life is a race. One of the keys to running the Christian race well is never forgetting who you are. Timothy “TA” Ateek unpacks 1 Peter 1:1-2 to show us how God has set His affections on us.

New Year’s Day is often the only time people pause to think about what has happened in the past year and make plans for the year to come. Using Psalm 71 as an example, Chris Sherrod talks about how we should reflect on God’s attributes and what He has done, use our mouths to talk about what our hearts are excited about, and build a hunger for God in the hearts of the younger generation.

Do you want to experience freedom from sin in your life? As we continue our series, “How He Built This,” John Elmore teaches us about authenticity and repentance. He shows us how to make war with sin by submitting to God and resisting the devil one day at a time.

Do you ever find yourself in arguments over the dumbest things? What about arguments over things of the faith? The truth is, sometimes, we argue about some of the most ridiculous things. There are inconsequential things that we should never argue about, and there are some important things that we need to take a stand on. In this start to a new series, “The 7,” Blake Holmes teaches about the essentials and the non-essentials of the Christian faith, and how to discern between the two.

What should you do when God's Word doesn't give you a clear answer on a choice you have to make? Blake Holmes discusses how to utilize the wisdom and principles in God's word that can help us make wise choices in the gray areas of life.

There is freedom in the choices we make, but God is very clear on some choices. We discuss the principles of God's word that will help us make wise choices when the word isn't explicit.

The great majority of us know someone who is currently facing a crisis. The story of Job and his friends offers us some invaluable insights as to what to do - and just as importantly what NOT to do - as God calls us to love and care for those who are hurting.