One of the most difficult things is to discern what are my works, and what is the works of the Lord that fulfill my freedom. The book of James says that faith without works is dead. Hebrews Chapter four verse two says "we have heard the good news preached to us, but the word that they heard did not profit them because it was not united by faith in those who heard it." One of the things in this lesson series that we emphasize is that obedience is putting all of our faith, Hope

"Entering into the Lord‘s rest is what we need. When we are bound in our hearts, and in our minds, we are not at peace or not at rest. To enter into God‘s rest means that he is the one that causes the unrest to stop. It is an exercise of faith that allows God to do that in our lives. If we began by believing in the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ, then like the Israelites when they were released from Egypt, it is up to us to begin to continue to trust in The Lord and

“All too often we forget that Jesus, the son of God, became flesh. He had a body and blood just like we do. We discredit sometimes the effort needed in Christ submission to overcome sin. Sometimes we think because he was the son of God. It must’ve been easy for him. It most certainly was not. By the power of the Holy Spirit, he submitted his life, a living sacrifice that sin would have no place in him. Hebrews chapter 2 reminds us that he became flesh that he would have under

It is difficult to understand or even believe that in our own struggles of life of bondage’s attitudes and beliefs, the Lord understands entirely. Hebrews chapter 2 begin begins to reveal to us that Jesus came down from Heaven to be in the same flesh body as we are. Tempted in the same ways that we are and yet without sin. Indeed he never failed and shows us what righteousness is. But it is his shepherding staff that guides us to the righteousness. We need in Christ. Don’t tr

March 1st, 2026 “When it comes to strong holds and bondage in our lives, there are two things that have to be understood. First, you are stuck! Nothing you yourself can do can get yourself free from the position of being in bondage or a stronghold. In our message series today, we begin the portion of understanding Christ’s authority. In the book of Hebrews chapters 1 and 2 we learn that because of this fully established authority in his son ship to the father, he is the one,

February 15, 2026 For the last several weeks, we have been talking about about strongholds and bondage. Strongholds are not necessarily a bad thing. By definition, they simply are a structure, which doesn’t allow the enemy to penetrate for safety. The question becomes on whether or not we are in the stronghold of the tower of the name of Jesus Christ, or have built our own strongholds that don’t let God‘s Holy Spirit in to deliver us from ourselves. Similarly, bondage is then

Have you ever asked yourself the question "do I love the truth"? Very often we answer that by saying “yes we do“. However much we believe we love the truth, the next question is - have we made room for it? We have a tendency to love truth from a distance, but the next step is giving it a place in our hearts.

Finishing up this series on wisdom, we have learned all about who wisdom is, how long wisdom has been around, and even the character of wisdom. But now we find out what wisdom is for in regards to humanity, mankind‘s eternity, and both the benefits for us, and the extreme high risk when we do not seek it.

Very often we decide who we use as a contractor, who we go to as a doctor, and who is the person with the greatest credentials, who has been doing what they do for the longest period of time. In Proverbs 8 starting with verse 22 we find out the length of time wisdom has been around and where it came from, and what the greatest credentials ever are proven in what wisdom does. If we want answers for the biggest things, and equally important, the little things, wisdom is what we

In our series on wisdom and understanding, in proverbs chapter 8, we learned that riches can come from wisdom and understanding. The question is, “what are riches?“ Whatever it is that you call treasure, is that what you will love. The question is are you storing up treasure in heaven? Are you finding sufficiency in wealth? We will suggest that God‘s grace is where wealth is found and it is sufficient for you!

Wisdom is the council you were looking for. It is the understanding you are needing, and the power which causes what is needed, to happen. Wisdom will cause King’s and rulers to judge rightly. Wisdom will even love you if you love wisdom first. How can wisdom be found? Only to those who seek it diligently and find it! Go find it!

Due to a communication error, we unfortunately were not able to have Mr. Oliver Bardwell on this week's episode, but we are in the process of rescheduling that! We will let you know when he will be able to join us next. In the meantime, today's episode was a very needed conversation on wisdom.True wisdom can only come from God, and we should be seeking Him first before all things. Wisdom has also been the topic of discussion these last few weeks for our Sunday Service, which

Wisdom and knowledge also include what is to be done with it, and how. Strangely, wisdom is the answer for all of it! But there’s also one thing that many people who struggle with purpose will find out when they seek wisdom: exactly what they’re looking for - purpose!” “Wisdom and knowledge also includes what is to be done with it and how. Strangely wisdom is the answer for all of it! But there’s also one thing that many people who struggle with purpose will find out when the

As I'm sure you've heard, the Des Moines Public School Board elections are coming up! On today's episode, we'll be talking about that, as well as the recent panel discussion that was held at Drake University. If you attended that, we'd love to hear your thoughts! You can get involved in the comment section of the video, or let us know your thoughts over on our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574032972488

In this episode of "The Challenge Podcast with Jon Chapman," we discuss the complex interplay between law and mercy according to God's Word, specifically regarding the issue that surrounded former superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, Ian Roberts. How do these concepts shape our society and personal beliefs? Join me as we talk about accountability, redemption, and the role of faith in understanding justice.

Why is it that wisdom and instruction from The Lord is more valuable than silver, gold, or any jewels? We answer that in the message today on wisdom and knowledge. Value for these metals comes in the effort necessary to obtain them. How much value do you place on obtaining wisdom from the Lord?

In today’s message we focus on the purity of what wisdom says. Most of our lives we struggle greatly when people speak because things...

We are beginning a new series today at White Dove Ministries on wisdom and understanding. We are going to let proverbs eight speak to us...

Rise up church! This past Wednesday, the podcast message was a special one! -The church needs to speak boldly -We need to learn to...

Yesterday's message was unique. It was the last in our series of “hospitality". We’ve spent the last several weeks laying out why it is...