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The name Obadiah means servant or worshiper of the Lord. Skip Heitzig relates the story of how this servant foretold the doom of Edom, the ancient enemy of Israel, because of the sin of pride.

Zephaniah wrote during a time of spiritual revival in the nation. As Skip Heitzig teaches, the theme of the book is that God will judge unrighteousness, but in the end He will save His people.

A topical study of the basic fundamentals of the Christian faith, this 12-message volume is great for new believers, or anyone wanting to study what biblical Christianity is all about.

In the Acts of the Apostles, the church of Jesus Christ expands from Jerusalem out into the world. Skip Heitzig teaches how the power of the Holy Spirit began to transform mankind.

"But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name." John 20:31 - Believe: 879 is an epic journey through the book of John, led by Pastor Skip Heitzig, of Calvary of Albuquerque. As we explore each of the 879 verses of this gospel, we'll grow in grace and in our knowledge of Jesus Christ. From His pre-incarnate existence, to His public ministry, through His death and His resurrection, we'll traverse familiar territory and embark on new adventures of faith.

The desire for peace has always been part of human history. Activists protest for it, celebrities demand it, and pop culture makes it a memorable catchphrase, but humankind's natural inclination toward conflict has kept peace out of reach. True peace is so much more than the absence of conflict, and its only source is the Prince of Peace. He alone offers a lasting peace that can't be found in or understood by this world. In this series, Skip Heitzig explores the theme of peace throughout the Bible, including internal, interpersonal, and eternal facets.

In this age of information overload and misinformation, it's difficult to know which sources to trust - especially in a crisis. Fact-checking is common as we try to prove and disprove reports and then decide what to believe. Although fear and mistrust are a natural response in times of trouble, God wants us to develop a different response: faith. So what does it take to cultivate a faith that overrides fear?

The apostle Paul wrote a second letter to the Corinthian church, as false teachers had begun to infiltrate and poison their fellowship. After he sent Titus as his representative to deal with the situation and most of the believers repented, Paul wrote to express his joy and reestablish his authority, which had been confirmed by the hardships he suffered for the gospel. In this verse-by-verse study of 2 Corinthians, Skip Heitzig teaches about the purpose of our sufferings and how we can be Jesus' hands and feet in the midst of trials and difficulties.

First Samuel tells the stories of a prophet, a politician, and a poet - Samuel, Saul, and David - and how God used them to unite the nation of Israel. These three leaders each had their flaws; however, God gave them one of the most wonderful gifts anyone could receive - the gift of influence.

You will find no greater theme in all the Bible than the scarlet thread of redemption. It runs through every book, from beginning to end. Follow this thread, and you'll find yourself filled with constant wonder and gratitude over all that Jesus has done and will do for you-and what He is preparing for you in heaven.

Paul wrote the book of Second Thessalonians to encourage the believers and to bring them hope. Skip Heitzig teaches how Paul ministered to a church that was suffering persecution.

Join Skip Heitzig for this topical study in the encouraging book of Ephesians, written and narrated so that those in the body of Christ may grow in maturity and walk in the light.

What exactly does it mean to worship God? In this series, Pastor Skip Heitzig examines what worship is, what it is not, and some of the different ways we can offer worship to God.

While in exile on the island of Patmos in AD 95, the apostle John wrote that Christians who were suffering for Christ would have final victory on the day of salvation. His letter called Revelation, or "the unveiling", encouraged the churches in Asia Minor that were facing persecution. Pastor Skip Heitzig explores how this letter provides insight into future events for both believers and nonbelievers.

Beyond the miracle of the great fish, Jonah is the story of a reluctant prophet. Skip Heitzig explains its theme of the mercy of God, both upon a nation and upon His disobedient servant.

The prophecy of Habakkuk is a conversation between the prophet and God. Skip Heitzig shows that this short book contains some bedrock truths of the faith that are cited in the New Testament.

The Hamas terror attacks against Israeli citizens on October 7, 2023, were just the beginning of a struggle unlike anything Israel has seen since the Holocaust. As the situation in Israel escalates and the days grow darker, we must draw nearer to Jesus and hold on to God's promises that He is in control. In this series which includes interviews with experts, Skip Heitzig provides insight into the conflict in Israel and encourages us to "pray for the peace of Jerusalem" (Psalm 122:6).

Throughout the Bible we see that God's plan to provide for His people cannot be thwarted—even by the unfaithfulness of their appointed leaders. In this verse-by-verse study of 2 Chronicles, Skip Heitzig explores the cost of disobedience to God, and how His plan ultimately leads His people back to redemption.

From the garden of Eden to the garden of Gethsemane, trees have borne silent witness to the long arc of our redemption story. Christmas is more than a holiday we observe each year—it's a special piece of a much bigger story. In this teaching series, Pastor Skip Heitzig walks through some of the trees that mark key events in the story of God and His people—from original sin to the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

There are giants in the land. They are not easy to recognize like the literal giants of the Old Testament, "tall as the cedars and strong as the oaks" (Amos 2:9, NIV), but they can be just as dangerous. And we must have the courage to destroy them. In this teaching series, Skip Heitzig explores literal and symbolic giants throughout the Bible and the heroes who slayed them. Daniel challenged the giant of conformity. Nehemiah obliterated the giant of apathy. Esther executed the giant of self. Courage starts where confidence ends.