Called Before You Were Ready
Before Samson ever lifted a weight or swung a jawbone, God had already called him. This week, we’re looking at how God’s calling is rooted in grace, not performance—and why knowing who you are in Him matters before anything else.
How to Live the “Good Life”
He had a strategy for his money, a plan for his future, and a barn full of success. But he forgot the one thing that mattered most. Jesus shows us how short-sighted success can cost you everything.
Strategies for Survival
Jesus tells a story about a widow who refused to quit—and a judge who gave in. This parable teaches us the power of prayer that won’t take silence for an answer.
Transcript
Don’t Bury Your Gift
God didn’t give you gifts to play it safe. You were entrusted with time, talents, and opportunities—now it’s time to do something with them.
Greedy with Grace
Jesus tells a story about someone who received massive mercy—but couldn’t pass it on. This week, we’re facing the freedom (and the responsibility) of being forgiven.
The Prayer that Got Attention
Two men prayed. One performed. The other pleaded. Jesus shows us what kind of heart gets heaven’s attention—and it’s not the one you’d expect.
Come Home
This powerful story reveals the heart of our Heavenly Father, who welcomes us back with grace, no matter how far we’ve strayed. Whether we see ourselves as the rebellious son or the resentful brother, the invitation is the same: come home to God’s love.
The Wrong Person Did the Right Thing
Jesus shocks the crowd by making a religious outsider the hero of the story. This parable will challenge the way you define love—and who you’re willing to show it to.
It’s Not the Seed—It’s the Soil
The problem isn’t with God’s Word—it’s with how we receive it. Jesus starts His story series by telling us the condition of your heart will determine the fruit of your life.
I Struggle to Manage My Money
Money stress hits different. It can wreck your peace, your marriage, and your mental health. But the problem isn’t always how much you make—it’s what money means to you. This message gets practical about spending, stress, and what it looks like to trust God financially.
I Struggle to Manage My Emotions
What do you do when your emotions feel bigger than you can handle? In this week’s message from Ben Davis Christian Church, we explore what Scripture says about emotional regulation through the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel and the example of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. Whether you’re overwhelmed, discouraged, angry, or just emotionally exhausted—God invites you to bring your full, unfiltered self to Him. Learn practical tools to recognize, wrestle with, and respond to your emotions in healthy, Spirit-led ways. Because unregulated reactions wreck relationships—but prayerful surrender brings peace, healing, and wisdom.
I Struggle With Self Worth
You look fine on the outside—but inside, you’re not so sure. Maybe you hate the way you look, or maybe you feel like you’ll never measure up. This week is about identity, shame, and the lie that you’re not enough. Spoiler: You are not the sum of your mistakes or insecurities.