Repentance turns us toward the righteousness God gives Key Scriptures: Romans 1:16–17; Romans 2:4; Acts 3:19; Romans 3:21–26; Romans 6:11–13 Key Truth: God’s kindness leads us to repentance. As we turn from sin and self-reliance to Jesus, we receive by faith the righteousness He gives. His Spirit then empowers us to walk in the life… Read more: RIGHTEOUSNESS, THE SOURCE OF KINGDOM POWER

Are We Walking in God’s Power or Our Own Strength? Key Scripture — Romans 1:16–17 (NIV) “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes… For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first… Read more: GOSPEL POWER AND RIGHTEOUSNESS

Scripture: Matthew 6:21 (NIV) “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Jesus reveals something profound in Matthew 6:19–34 and Luke 12:13–35. The greatest hindrance to His Lordship is not necessarily a lack of biblical knowledge, spiritual experiences, or religious activity. It is a divided heart that still desires to govern itself.… Read more: THE DIVIDED HEART: When Our Desire for Control Competes with Our Trust in Jesus