As we move into chapter 4 and beyond, we’ll see that this freedom doesn’t lead to sin—it leads to righteousness. Not a righteousness we boast about, but one that flows from the Holy Spirit who now lives in us. “If we live by the Spirit, let us also keep in step with the Spirit” (Galatians 5:25).By The Gathering Windsor

We live in a world of extremes. More often than not, we feel pressured into placing our identity in one end of an extreme or the other. The Apostle Paul puts the Law against the Promise to prove to the Galatians, and to us, that our identity should be found in neither. Our identity is to be found in Grace, knowing we are sinners in need of saving w…

Distortions to the gospel were drawing the Galatians away from the truth of God's grace. Paul wrote to remind believers that we never move on from the gospel. We are saved by grace through faith and, we live each day by grace through faith.By The Gathering Windsor

Dr. Robert F. Smith, Provost of Valley Forge Military College, delivers a lecture titled "Washingtonburg Arsenal and its Role in Military Manufacturing in the American Revolution" at the United States Army Heritage and Education Center (USAHEC). The lecture explores the critical role played by the Washingtonburg Arsenal in providing munitions and a…

The Apostle Paul, with holy urgency, writes to the Galatians as a father pleading with his children (Galatians 4:19). He is bold, even direct at times, because eternity is on the line. He reminds them—and us—that salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. Nothing more. Nothing less. Nothing else.…

Christ had paid it all—completely, permanently. But instead of resting in His finished work, the Galatians - the church in Galatia (modern-day Turkey) - were being led to believe they needed to add something to their salvation.By The Gathering Windsor

Making disciples is not some distant unachievable goal. It’s about being before doing, being Gospel focused, incorporating Jesus into the conversations and relationships we already have. We’re not waiting for the perfect moment – it starts now, in the middle of our busy lives.By The Gathering Windsor

Presenting a lecture by Dr. Daniel Krebs, titled "From Trenton to Carlisle: Hessian Soldiers in American Hands, 1776-1778." The American Revolution was a complex conflict involving soldiers from across Europe, including thousands of German troops hired by the British Crown. Dr. Krebs' lecture will delve into the often-overlooked experiences of thes…

It is a historical fact that Jesus was crucified. But did he really rise again? Everything hinges on if that is true or false. Pastor Phil lists 4 reasons to believe the resurrection of Jesus really happened.By The Gathering Windsor

Jesus knew the cost. He knew the agony of the scourging, the shame of the mocking, the suffocating pain of the nails. He knew the wrath of God would be poured out upon Him, that He would cry out in the darkness, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” (Matt. 27:46). And yet—He still came. Jesus stepped into our place, taking the judgment, we de…

They had tried discrediting Jesus before the crowds. They had even tried accusing Him of breaking the law. They made up a reason. They fabricated charges. They staged a trial.By The Gathering Windsor

Failure is an unavoidable part of life. Peter experienced incredible failure when he denied Jesus three times. Pastor Phil explains that because our King is gracious and merciful, our failures don't have to define us.By The Gathering Windsor

Two days before his crucifixion, Jesus promised he would return to sit in judgment over the nations. He will judge righteously, familiar with suffering and sovereign over the world. Because the King is coming in judgment, we must serve Him now.By The Gathering Windsor

The return of Christ is one of the most essential doctrines in the Bible. The story of Jesus is incomplete without it. He came, He died, He rose, He ascended, and He will return. The grand narrative of history and redemption finds its culmination in Christ’s return, and here in Matthew 24-25, Jesus provides us with clear and compelling insights on …

Who is Jesus? Is He a nice man? This passage shows that Jesus is more than a rabbi we should listen to; He is the Messiah we must trust in. There are three 5 second gaps in the audio due to a technical error.By The Gathering Windsor

Presenting the kick off of the 56th year of our annual Perspectives in Military History Lecture series with author Mr. Ted Aldrich. Mr. Aldrich will discuss his new book, The Partnership: George Marshall, Henry Stimson, and the Extraordinary Collaboration That Won World War II, that captures the insightful revelations regarding the major roles play…

But as Jesus entered Jerusalem, something was different. This was not the entrance of a conquering general, nor the display of a military ruler seizing power. Instead of a mighty warhorse, Jesus chose a donkey—a simple, unassuming animal of peace. Instead of swords and shields, He was surrounded by ordinary people laying their cloaks and palm branc…

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As the Commander of U.S. Central Command, General Kenneth F. McKenzie Jr., USMC (Ret.), oversaw some of the most important — and controversial operations in modern U.S. military history. He had direct operational responsibility for the strikes on Qassem Soleimani and two successive leaders of ISIS, the many months of deterrence operations against I…

We are called to live differently than the world. One of those differences is how we view marriage and divorce. Jesus gives clear teaching that combats views prevalent then and today. We need to understand that marriage is part of God's good design. Since that is the case, we must resist divorce and fight for our marriages.…

Jesus measures greatness in His kingdom by one primary characteristic - humility, in serving others, and in trusting in Him, in His word, by the power of the Holy Spirit, completely and doing this daily.By The Gathering Windsor

The transfiguration of Jesus is a foreshadowing of the glorified Christ after His resurrection. Highlighting the future hope for all truly repentant disciples of Jesus.

Who were the British soldiers who fought in the American Revolution? What sort of men filled the ranks of the regiments that fought for the King? Far from ruffians or conscripted criminals, the British army of the era was largely a force of career soldiers who had voluntarily enlisted after trying their hands at other trades. This talk will look at…

Jesus said to Peter, "On this rock, I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." Jesus wasn't talking about Peter himself, but the profound truth that Peter made: "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." This is crucial that we get that right and build on that solid foundation.…

Resolutions aren't bad but according to the Bible, they aren't enough. What we need as we head into a new year is for Jesus to cleanse and renew our hearts.By The Gathering Windsor

The grace of God lays the foundation for our lives and for the church.By The Gathering Windsor

In Luke 2:8-18 we see the fulfilment of God's promise. The long awaited Messiah has come, who would be the light of the world.By The Gathering Windsor

Jesus, the Word become flesh has come to illuminate the darkness of sin, revealing the Father’s love and securing the gift of eternal life for all who have repented of their sin and who have received this gift -who believe in HimBy The Gathering Windsor

It's far too easy for us to go through the motions of the Christmas season and end up on autopilot. Pastor Phil preaches through a familiar passage and challenges us to resist Christmas autopilot by truly focusing on who Jesus is and what He has done.By The Gathering Windsor

These words carry the hope of Christmas: God is with us. Immanuel has come to fulfill this promise. Jesus’ birth reminds us that no matter how dark or uncertain life is, His presence brings peace, deliverance, and hope of a better day.By The Gathering Windsor

In Matthew 15:1-9, we’re given a front row seat right into a scene where Jesus faces off with the Scribes and Pharisees— those religious authorities, the respected experts of the law who in this case had come all the way from Jerusalem to challenge Jesus.By The Gathering Windsor

The Gospel of Matthew records miracles because the miracles are Jesus' message: they show that because Jesus is sovereign, we can trust Him--even in the midst of danger.By The Gathering Windsor

During the 1930s, as Europe was teetering on the brink of crisis, Winston Churchill found himself out of government and with little political influence. In these years, his country home in Kent, England, “Chartwell”, became the center of his campaign against the rising threat of Nazi Germany. Churchill invited a diverse group of trusted advisors an…

Jesus offers more than a one-time miraculous meal of bread. Jesus is the Bread of Life, the only one who truly satsifies now and forever. Because Jesus is the only one that satisfies, we need to trust in Him.By The Gathering Windsor

Here’s the reality: we can know about Jesus—know all the Bible stories, sing all the hymns, even come to church every Sunday—and still have hearts of unbelief.By The Gathering Windsor

The twin parables about treasure explain how valuable the King & His Kingdom are. And since they are the true treasure, it is reasonable to give everything up for them.By The Gathering Windsor

When Jesus talked about the "kingdom of heaven" he meant God's renewed reign in a broken world. God's kingdom started small, but because it is growing, we must proclaim it with confidence.By The Gathering Windsor

Each of us belongs to one of two groups: the wheat or the weeds. Though we may not be able to tell merely from outward appearances, the truth is revealed in the fruit or lack-there-of.By The Gathering Windsor

Jesus uses a series of parables. A parable both reveals and conceals at the same time. These parables are not merely stories; they resonate deeply with our own experience and challenge us to consider our own responses to the Word of God.By The Gathering Windsor

Author, historian, and veteran Michael S. McGurty discusses one of the last critical moments of the Revolutionary war based on his book "George Washington Versus the Continental Army: Showdown at the New Windsor Cantonment, 1782-1783 (2023).By U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center

Walking in prayer requires intentionality. We can learn from Paul's prayer for the church at Colossae in both the WHO and the HOW of this daily practice of prayer.By The Gathering Windsor

The Apostle Paul challenges & encourages us to rejoice in The Lord, a direct byproduct of our prayers.By The Gathering Windsor

Abounding in prayer an expression of our joy and contentment in Christ.By The Gathering Windsor

Noted Civil War Historian and US Army War College Professor, Dr. Christian B. Keller, discusses his analysis of the failure of Confederate strategic leadership during the American Civil War based on his two books, "The Great Partnership (2019)" and "Southern Strategies: Why the Confederacy Failed (2021)."…

Pastor Phil walks through the Apostle Paul's powerful prayer for the Ephesian church. He unpacks how we need God's strength to help us grasp God's greatness and love for His people.By The Gathering Windsor

Christians are not promised an earthly happily ever after. We are promised eternal life in glory because of the gospel. Since this is true, we must learn to focus on eternity.By The Gathering Windsor

Presenting USAHEC's General Omar N. Bradley Memorial Lecture to kick off the Fall 2024 season of the Perspectives in Military History with Civial War historian D. Scott Hartwig. Mr. Harwig will discuss the Battle of Antietam and his book I Dread the Thought of the Place: The Battle of Antietam and the End of the Maryland Campaign.…

What kind of God is God, that the innocent suffer and the guilty prosper in His universe? God answers Job out of the whirlwind with His own questions--questions that show us that because God is sovereign, we can trust Him that His purposes are good.By The Gathering Windsor

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