Jumpstart Your Faith

The year was 1992. The city was Barcelona. The event was the 400m semifinals. The occasion was the Olympics. The man was Derek Redmond. An Olympian gold medalist from Great Britain and perhaps one of the favored runners to win. The runners assembled to their starting points. They positioned themselves. The gun fired and they […]

1 Cor. 13 is considered the love chapter in the Bible. It has eight specific references to love. Read 1 Cor. 13:4-8a, 13. As beautiful as this passage is, I personally don’t think it should be considered the love chapter. There are 27 references to love in our text today, and 40 references to love […]

Spiritual warfare is something many people don’t pay much attention to these days. Perhaps the reason why is because some people see a demon behind everything. If they get a red light instead of a red light, they blame it on the devil. If they get Polynesian sauce instead of Chick-fil-A sauce, then the cashier […]

Frances Jane Crosby was born in Putnam County, New York, on March 24, 1820. A doctor misapplied a mustard plaster poultice to her eyes when she was only six weeks old, rendering her totally blind. Throughout her childhood, many could tell she was given a special gift from God. Even though she couldn’t see physically, […]

In 1941, at the United Gospel Tabernacle Church, Billy Graham preached his first official sermon as a seminary student attending Wheaton College. His simple message about sin and salvation he delivered with much passion would eventually be heard in crusade meetings around the globe. In 1947, Graham preached his first city-wide crusade in Grand Rapids, […]

Just as oil and water repel each other, today’s culture repels the truth about sin. What’s the truth about sin, you ask? The unraveling reality is we are all sinners and destined for the judgment of God. The unwanted truth is God is light and in Him there is no darkness, no sin. None. Nadda. […]

He who has Jesus has hope, and he who has this hope has everything! I cycled across America in 30 days and wrote a book about it! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/Coast-Spiritual-Lessons-Bicycle-Seat/dp/1683147766 Questions: pastorbryanratliff@yahoo.com Tiktok: @thebryanratliff Instagram: @thebryanratliff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbryanratliff/

The Bible clearly speaks about the future coming of the antichrist who will take dominion over this world. He will lead his generation into a world-wide economic, political and religious system that opposes the Word of God, will of God, and Son of God. All those who goes against his agenda will be killed. However, […]

Famous sayings can sound so cliche, but sometimes they inspire us to live better lives. Neil Armstrong, “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.” “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game,” Babe Ruth. Forrest Gump, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never […]

The only hope in God’s courtroom is to have Jesus Christ as your advocate! I cycled across America in 30 days and wrote a book about it! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/Coast-Spiritual-Lessons-Bicycle-Seat/dp/1683147766 Questions: pastorbryanratliff@yahoo.com Tiktok: @thebryanratliff Instagram: @thebryanratliff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbryanratliff/

Check out my latest music anywhere you can download music: https://songwhip.com/bryanratliff I cycled across America in 30 days and wrote a book about it! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/Coast-Spiritual-Lessons-Bicycle-Seat/dp/1683147766 Questions: pastorbryanratliff@yahoo.com Tiktok: @thebryanratliff Instagram: @thebryanratliff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbryanratliff/

What is a Christian? Well, it is my belief that the small epistle of 1 John reveals the assurance of salvation for believers, and provides three tests for every person claiming to be a believer in Christ. There is a theological test, moral test and a social test. A Christian believes Christ is the Son […]

Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers out there. As we reflect on Christian womanhood and motherhood, I was reminded of the life of Sarah. In this message, we are going to study her life and how it relates to our lives today. Could you imagine giving birth to a child at 90 years […]

Jesus will return whether you believe it or not! In this message, seven key questions about the return are addressed. How will Christ return? When will He return? Where will Jesus return? Who will return with Christ? Why will He return? What should we be doing until He returns? Will you be ready for Christ’s […]

The final action Christ did on the earth after His resurrection was ascend to heaven. This is often the most overlooked aspect of the life and ministry of Christ. His birth was miraculous. His ministry was wondrous. His death was vicarious. His resurrection was marvelous, and His ascension was glorious! Check out my latest music […]

In this part sermon, part lecture, theology, philosophy and history are combined to make up seven distinctive reasons why everyone should believe in the resurrection of Christ. To deny the resurrection is to deny the greatest historical event that ever took place! Check out my latest music anywhere you can download music: https://songwhip.com/bryanratliff I cycled […]

When Jesus entered Jerusalem on the donkey, He publicly declared to be the Messiah and the King of Israel. Surely, we get that, but what did this event bring to the world? I’m glad you asked! The triumphal entry of Christ brought peace, hope, and deliverance to this world. The same Christ who came humbly […]

We hear a lot about the Great Commission in the church, but what exactly is it? Often people say it’s making disciple, but what does that entail? If the Great Commission is our main mission as a Christian, then shouldn’t we have a game plan of what to do? In today’s episode, we are analyzing […]

One of the greatest pieces of evidence of the resurrection are the many witnesses!  Check out my latest music anywhere you can download music: https://songwhip.com/bryanratliff I cycled across America in 30 days and wrote a book about it! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/Coast-Spiritual-Lessons-Bicycle-Seat/dp/1683147766 Questions: pastorbryanratliff@yahoo.com Tiktok: @thebryanratliff Instagram: @thebryanratliff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbryanratliff/

The resurrection of Christ gives us hope of how we can fin restoration with God! Check out my latest music anywhere you can download music: https://songwhip.com/bryanratliff I cycled across America in 30 days and wrote a book about it! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/Coast-Spiritual-Lessons-Bicycle-Seat/dp/1683147766 Questions: pastorbryanratliff@yahoo.com Tiktok: @thebryanratliff Instagram: @thebryanratliff Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pastorbryanratliff/