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Woodcreek is a non-denominational bible church whose mission is to “help and encourage people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” This podcast includes our weekly sermons and additional media relating to those messages. Please feel free to contact us at any time regarding any issue and we will be happy to respond.
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In His Image #4: Like Jesus in Prayer | Bottom line, if we want to experience the transforming power of Christ in our lives and in our church, we need to pray more than we do. So the question is, What is that going to look like for you? I hope it looks like Jesus. (Luke 11:1-4; Matthew 6:5-8; Matthew 7:7-11) | 1/22/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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In His Image #3: Becoming LIke Jesus in Giving | Jesus talked more about money than any other topic because he wanted us to understand that life is more about giving than getting. And Jesus modeled what he taught - giving his life for us. (Matthew 6:19-24; Matthew 13:44-45; Mark 14:3-9) | 1/15/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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In His Image #2: Called to Follow Jesus | Observe how Jesus calls his disciples to follow him and why? What is your response to Jesus' call to follow? (Matthew 4:18-22, Luke 5:1-11 Luke 6:40) | 1/8/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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In His Image #1: The Goal of Every Christian | The goal of every Christian is to become more and more like Christ. However, we get easily sidetracked in this process. In this New Year's sermon we are challenged to resolve to become more like Christ in 2012, no matter what it takes. (Col 1:28, 2 Cor 3:16-18, Gal 5:16-17) | 1/1/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas Morning Communion Service | Excerpts from the Christmas Morning Communion service. | 12/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas Joy | When you read the Christmas Story in the Gospels, it is interesting that everyone's response to the revelation of Christ's coming was joy! Could it be that God preserved this story for us so we would have the same response? (Matthew 1, 2 and Luke 1, 2) | 12/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas Peace | The birth of Christ was announced by a choir of angels proclaiming that peace had come to mankind. But as we look on mankind today there seems to be very little peace. This message explores the places where the Bible says we can find and expect peace. (Luke 2:8-14; Isaiah 9:6) | 12/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #15 - No Little People | These last verses in Colossians remind us that there are no little people in the Kingdom of God. We all matter and our contribution counts. It also reminds us of the value of "Team." (Colossians 4:7-18) | 12/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #14 - An Undeniable Witness | The health and impact of the Church is not dependent on more buildings, parking lots or programs. Rather, it is depends on more committed prayer and a more contagious witness in the lives of its people. (Colossians 4:3-6) | 11/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #13 - Becoming a Praying Community | "It is only through a strong prayer life that we find God's presence real, His power felt, His will clear, and His service easy." W.H. Griffith Thomas | 11/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #12 - You and Your Work | You may not actually be a slave but you might feel like your boss treats you like one. This passage has direct application for us today in that most of us are either employees or employers. Col 3:22-4:1 contains principles for all of us and our jobs. (Col 3:22-4:1) | 11/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #11 - The Preeminence of Christ in the Family | If Jesus Christ is preeminent in our lives, then it will reflect itself in how we love one another in our families. (Colossians 3:18-21) | 11/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #10 - A New Life in Christ Demands New Priorities | Your relationship with Jesus Christ is the supreme relationship and all other relationships flow from it. Jesus is the source, the secret, the satisfaction, and strength of your life in its every detail. He is your highest priority! (Colossians 3:15-17) | 10/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #9 - A New Life in Christ Demands a New Lifestyle | Paul likens our new life as Christians to the clothes we wear. We need to replace our old wardrobe with a whole new set of clothes that match and fit our relationship with Jesus Christ. (Colossians 3:5-14) | 10/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #8 - Living in Light of Eternity | In light of our position in Christ and the promise of his coming, we need to be living now in light of eternity. All of our earthly responses should be governed by a heavenly perspective. (Colossians 3:1-4) | 10/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #7 - Christ Alone | Paul continues to warn against letting anyone add anything to the gospel. Though it may look good from the outside, these "add-ons" to the Christian faith detract from from the true grace we find only in Jesus Christ. (Col 2:16-23) | 10/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #6 - Captured by Philosophy or Complete in Christ | There is a real danger of being captured by the philosophies portrayed through our mainstream media and not even knowing it. Paul exposes philosophy and issues the challenge: Don't be captured by philosophy because you are complete in Christ. (Colossians 2:8-15) | 10/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #5 - Five Marks of a Healthy Church | A healthy church is not a consumer church. Above all else, it's centered around and focused on Jesus Christ. In this passage, Paul gives five characteristics of a healthy and vibrant church. (Colossians 2:1-7) | 9/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #4 - Christ In You | In this message we explore the implications of the truth that Christ is in us. (Col 1:27) | 9/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #3 - The Great Doctrine of Reconciliation | No other religion or so-called god can deliver us from the effects and consequences of our sin which has separated us from God. The only way to be reconciled to the true God is place our total faith and trust in Jesus Christ. (Colossians 1:19-23) | 9/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #2 - Is Jesus Christ prominent or preeminent? | For most Christians, the question is not, is Jesus Christ prominent in our lives? The bigger question is, Is he preeminent? Does he occupy first place in everything? (Colossians 1:15-18) | 9/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else #1 - Growing Up | Paul thanks God for the Christians in Colossae and prays for them that they will keep on growing up in the Lord. Too many Christians today settle for status quo. Paul says in this passage that should never be the case. (Above All Else #1 - Growing Up) | 8/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #13 - Daniel - Integrity in the Lion's Den | When God’s people walk with integrity, the world sees God. (Jon Lilley) | 8/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #12 - The Fiery Furnace of Life | Seldom do our values and commitments get tested to the point of death however Daniel three reminds us all of the importance of them in our lives. We also find strength to keep our faith in the sovereign God when going through the fiery furnace of life's trials and tribulations. All of this is explored in this message on Daniel 3; The story of The three Hebrews vs. Nebuchadnezzar. (Daniel) | 8/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #11 - A Determined Hero | Daniel determined in his heart to not defile himself by anything the culture or the authorities or anyone put him through This message challenges us to make a similar resolve in our own lives. | 8/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #10 - Jonah - So very Ordinary | We can all see ourselves quite clearly in Jonah as we look at his reactions and conversations with God. God's heart and our hearts sometimes do not match. Through Jonah, we can learn how to walk more closely in step with the Lord. (Jonah) | 7/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #9 - Ruth - Big Decisions | In our series called Ordinary Heroes this message explores how Ruth from Moab, who's life was filed with impossible situations, became one of God's great heroes of the Bible. Ruth answered four key questions that each of us should answer for ourselves. (Ruth 1:16-17) | 7/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #8 - Nehemiah - extra::ORDINARY | A look at when GOD does the extraordinary for His glory through the ordinary actions of His people | 7/17/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #7 - Elijah - Climbing Out of the Cave | This story describes one of the most difficult periods in Elijah’s life and ministry. Brought on by physical exhaustion, fear, emotional trauma and spiritual disillusionment, Elijah became severely depressed. Learn about God's rescue mission. (1 Kings 19:1-18) | 7/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #6 - Elijah - Standing Alone for God Alone | God is calling us to get off the fence and decide who is the true God and follow him wholeheartedly - without reservation and without rival. We cannot worship the God of the Bible and other gods too. Get rid of your idols! (1 Kings 18:16-39) | 7/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #5 – Elijah – Standing Out or Blending In? | Too many Christians today are more like Obadiah than Elijah. Will you take and stand and live out your convictions with courage or will you cave under pressure, blend in and live a life of fear and compromise? (I Kings 18:1-16) | 6/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #4 – Elijah – Standing Tall | Do you want to be brave or safe? You can be one or the other but you can’t be both. (1 Kings 16:29-33; 17:1) | 6/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #3 - Joshua | Although Joshua was born a slave in Egypt and faced overwhelming obstacles in his life, he became one of Israel’s greatest leaders. His legacy was defined by his faithfulness. Learn how Joshua developed this characteristic. (Numbers 14, Joshua 6, Joshua 24) | 6/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #2 - Moses | In this message we will explore the reasons why Moses was not only a great leader but was also quite ordinary. In many ways Moses is like you and me and this can encourage us to think God wants to use ordinary people in heroic ways for the kingdom of God. (Exodus 15:13) | 6/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes #1 - Noah | Noah walked with God. And although the road wasn’t always easy, He wasn’t alone. Anchoring himself in God allowed Noah to be a man of character and an ordinary hero of our faith. The question is – are you walking with God or with someone else? (Genesis 6, Colossians 2) | 5/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Hope of Heaven #4: Living Today for That Day | We need to stop living like Heaven is only a myth or a dream. We need to start living like Heaven is real and the place we were made for. That reality should change not only how we live out our lives but who we live it for. (Colossians 3:1-4; Matthew 5:19-21) | 5/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Hope of Heaven #3: Heaven on Earth | In eternity, God’s people will not be disembodied spirits floating in outer space somewhere. We will be redeemed people, in redeemed bodies, in a redeemed universe living on a redeemed earth. How exciting is that! (2 Peter 3:10-13; Revelation 21:1—22:1-5) | 5/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Hope of Heaven #2: Heaven is a perfect place for people made perfect. | Before we can enter heaven a transformation needs to take place that will be completed with a new resurrected body that will be given to us at the return of Jesus Christ. What will our new body be like? Will we know each other? How will we relate? (1 Corinthians 15:1-58; Philippians 3:20-21; 1 John 3:2-3) | 5/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Hope of Heaven #1: Heaven is more than a Dream | If heaven is the Christian’s hope, why aren’t we more excited about it? We can’t hope for what we don’t desire. Heaven is not only a real place but it’s God’s home and the Christian’s future home. God wants us to not only long for it but live for it. (1 Corinthians 2:9, 10; John 14:1-6) | 5/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Jesus Offers Us Living Hope | The truth of Jesus’ resurrection gives us the confident assurance that our faith in Jesus is not misplaced. This living Hope causes our hearts to burn with grateful devotion and compels us to give our lives completely to the one who gave his for us. (Luke 24:13-35; 1 Peter 1:3) | 4/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Promised Lamb and the Powerful Cross | Almost 2,000 years after Abraham offered his son, Isaac, God the Father watched his own son carry wood up the same hill. Jesus was bound and laid on an altar of wood. Nowhere is God’s love for us seen more clearly than in the cross. | 4/17/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #10: A Study in First Thessalonians | In this final message we look at some final instructions from Paul. We talk about practical ways to put these into our lives: Rejoice always, pray continually and give thanks in everything. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-28) | 4/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #9: A Study in First Thessalonians | Here we find a list of instructions that are important for every Christian in every church to put into practice: our relationships with our leaders, the timid, the weak and even those people that irritate us and it is hard to be patient with. (1 Thess 5:12-15) | 4/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #8: A Study in First Thessalonians | The coming of the future Day of the Lord will be a time of destruction for unbelievers and a time of deliverance for believers in Jesus Christ. It is not so much about knowing the signs of the times as it is personally knowing the Savior of the World. (1 Thessalonians 5:1-11) | 3/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #7: A Study in First Thessalonians | What happens to believers who die before Christ comes? In this passage, Paul gives us great comfort to believers in Jesus Christ concerning His return. Are you ready to meet Jesus? (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) | 3/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #6: A Study in First Thessalonians | Can you imagine the transformation that would happen to our relationships if Christians really excelled in Agape’ love. The world can’t imagine it. What would happen if we showed them? (1 Thessalonians 4:9-12) | 3/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #5: A Study in First Thessalonians | God has called us to live a morally pure life in an immoral society. In this passage Paul not only tells us why but he tells us how. (1 Thessalonians 4:1-8) | 3/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #4: A Study in First Thessalonians | This message examines the means by which Satan can try to attack our faith. What will he employ to try to knock us out of the running? How can we stand firm in the Lord? (1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13) | 2/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #3: A Study in First Thessalonians | This message explores a little deeper what it means for the Word of God to work in us. What should our response be to the Word of God today? (1 Thess 2:13-16) | 2/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #2: A Study in First Thessalonians | In this intense passage the Apostle Paul gives us a portrait of how he and Silas acted when they were ministering to the Thessalonians. From this there are 6 principles on how to live an authentic Christian life before the world and with other Christians (1 Thessalonians 2:1-12) | 2/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 51 | VideoDaisy Dinh Video Testimony | Daisy Dinh Testimony, shown 02/13/11 | 2/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Stronger #1: A Study in First Thessalonians | The Apostle Paul’s encouragement of the Christians in Thessalonica also gives us a healthy model of how we can grow stronger and have a greater impact for the Gospel in our generation. (1 Thessalonians 1:1-10) | 2/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #5: "Becoming Like Jesus" | Two of the things Jesus valued most was the Word of God and living in Community. It is interesting those two values were present, predominant and practiced by the early church. And they must be valued and pursued in the church today. (John 17:17; John 13:34, 35; Acts 2:42-47) | 1/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #4: "Becoming Like Jesus in our Worship and Witness" | Two things that Jesus wants us to value most is our worship and our witness. In John 4, Jesus instructs us how to become better worshipers and witnesses for His glory. (John 4:4-42) | 1/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 55 | VideoWoodcreek Outreach Video | Video played in 01/23/11 service | 1/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #3: "Pursuing Spiritual Growth" | It is essential we pursue spiritual. In the process of becoming a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ, we begin to think like Jesus; love like Jesus; act like Jesus and look like Jesus. That transforming process brings God great glory. (Luke 6:40; Romans 8:28-30; Romans 12:1,2; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Philippians 3:20, 21) | 1/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #2: "His Glory is My Purpose" | We exist for God. We were created and redeemed to give Him glory. Enjoying His grace and blessing is not an end in themselves. They are a means to a greater end - to display His glory and extend it throughout the world for all eternity. (I Corinthians 6:19,20; Philippians 2:9-11; Peter 4:10, 11) | 1/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #1: "What does Everything mean?" | Being a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ means that our commitment to Him is total - We hold nothing back. We abandon everything to follow Him and pursue Him and represent Him to the world. (Matthew 4:18-22; Luke 5:1-11; Matthew 28:18-20) | 1/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grow Up! | Every Christian needs to intentionally grow up in Christ or else we become stunted and unable to make any difference in the kingdom for the glory of God. This message explores some of the points of the growing up process from Luke 2:41-52. (Luke 2:41-52) | 12/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Miracle of Christmas | If you reject the miracles recorded in the Bible, you must reject the message of the Bible. If you can't rely on the accuracy of the message, then the Christmas story is just another myth. But because it is true, He changes everything. (Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-33; John 1:14) | 12/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Mystery of Christmas in the Old Testament | Christmas is truly something only God could have made happen! This message explores some of the exciting prophecies that came to fulfillment at exactly the right time in the right place and in the right way. | 12/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Reasons To Celebrate | God's people have so many reasons for celebration through giving but there is one reason that is the greatest of all. (Exodus 35 & 36; 2 Corinthians 8:1-12; 2 Corinthians 9:6-15) | 12/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Thanksgiving Theology | We give thanks at meals but do we have a lifestyle of being thankful followers of Christ? This message dives into some of the reasons why we are not more thankful and how important it is to God that we are. (Luke 17:11-19) | 11/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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MasterPlan - Paving the Way #3: "Wise Investment Incentives: The Chance of a Lifetime” | Jesus gives this parable as both a clear warning and a powerful incentive to invest our earthly lives and assets in the kingdom of heaven while we still can. The more intentional our investment on earth, the more substantial will be our eternal reward. (Matthew 25:14-30) | 11/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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MasterPlan - Paving the Way #2: "Wise Investment Strategies" | God calls Christians to be faithful stewards of Christ. To do that we need to stop living like owners and start living like managers. And to do that, we need to stop living like consumers and start living like investors. (Matthew 6:19-33; 2 Corinthians 9:6) | 11/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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MasterPlan - Paving the Way #1: "The World's Greatest Investment Opportunity" | As Christians, God not only calls us to be servants of Christ but also stewards of Christ. How we view and use our God given resources serves as a test of our spiritual condition, a trademark of our allegiance and a tremendous investment opportunity. (Matthew 6:19-21, 24; Matthew 13:44, 45) | 11/7/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #11: “God's Eulogy” | This message looks at David's obituary, his epitaph and his legacy. When God gives David's eulogy he declares, "David was a man after my own heart." God wants David's life to challenge and inspire us and the legacy we leave the next generation. (1 Chronicles 29:26-28; Acts 13:22, 36) | 10/31/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #10: “David’s Heart of Humility” | This message explores the contrast between David's heart of humble submission to God's authority and the arrogant pride of his son, Absalom. Seeking to be more like David as we submit to God's sovereign will is the goal. (2 Samuel 15-18) | 10/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #9: “The Way of Repentance" | David's heartfelt prayer in Psalm 51 shows us what genuine repentance involves. Learn to practice these five steps in repentance to experience God's forgiveness and restoration. (Psalm 51) | 10/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #8: “David's Darkest Hour” | This tragic story of David’s slide into sexual sin provides valuable lessons to help us maintain moral purity in an immoral culture. (2 Samuel 11:1-27) | 10/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #7: “Dealing with Broken Dreams” | How do you respond when God says “no” to your dreams or plans or desires even when they are good things? When our beats in sync with God’s heart we will respond to God like David in 2 Samuel 7, when God told him “no.” (2 Samuel 7:1-29) | 10/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #6: “A Humble Heart Like David’s” | If we want a heart that beats in sync with God’s heart, then we must cultivate a humble heart like David’s. Consider these essential qualities of humility and how you might intentionally cultivate them in your own heart. (2 Samuel 1:1-6:23) | 9/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #5: “Waiting for God” | This sermon explores a time in David's life when he waited for God to work. We can be encouraged and patient when we see God as sovereign and good, even when the waiting is causing doubt and discouragement. (1 Samuel 24) | 9/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #4: “Closer Than A Brother” | Examine the friendship forged between two men in the Old Testament who from a human perspective should have been enemies. David and Jonathan model for us how to develop and maintain closer and deeper friendships. (1 Samuel 18:1-20:42) | 9/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #3: "Giant Warfare" | God wants the story of “David and Goliath” to teach us some valuable lessons and give us some important strategies to help us face and defeat the modern day giants in our lives. (1 Samuel 17) | 9/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #2: "The Heart of David" A look at Psalm 23 | David's heart is revealed in perhaps the most well known portion of Scripture, Psalm 23. David, being a shepherd, understands what it means when he says The Lord is my shepherd. The Lord provides, guides and protects. (Psalm 23) | 8/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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David – Developing a Heart for God #1: "God's Choice" | In this message we explore how God's criteria for a relationship with Him and effective leadership of others is very different than we might expect. What does it mean to have a heart after God's heart? It means to trust and obey. (1 Samuel 16:1-13) | 8/22/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Straight Talk from the Heart of God #7: Laodicea - "What Makes God Sick!" | There is one thing the Scripture says literally makes God sick: to see Churches and Christians who are lukewarm in their faith - conforming to the world, apathetic to spiritual things, and uncommitted to maintaining a close relationship with Christ. (Revelation 3:14-22) | 8/15/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Straight Talk from the Heart of God #6: Philadelphia - "An Open Door" | This church received praise from Jesus Christ for their dependence on Him, obedience to his word and faithfulness under fire. They were also promised an open door of opportunity for advancing the Gospel. (Revelation 3:7-13) | 8/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Straight Talk from the Heart of God #5: Sardis - "A Truly Living Faith" | In the letter to the church at Sardis, Jesus rebukes them of their faithless works and reminds them to remember the Truth of the gospel. (Revelation 3:1-6) | 8/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Straight Talk from the Heart of God #4:Thyatira – “Detecting Counterfeits” | This stern message from Christ exhorts us to not tolerate false teaching and to pursue good deeds, love, faith, service and perseverance. | 7/25/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Straight Talk from the Heart of God #3: Pergamum – “No Compromise” | This first century church was being seduced to integrate with some of the worldly elements of the culture around them. How often does the church today do the same thing? (Revelation 2:12-17) | 7/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Straight Talk from the Heart of God #2: Smyrna – “Faithful Under Fire” | The church at Smyrna was under severe persecution and suffering from abject poverty. Christ encourages this church to persevere and remain faithful. We can draw strength and encouragement for our own lives from this message to Smyrna. (Revelation 2:8-11) | 7/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Straight Talk from the Heart of God #1: The Message to the Church at Ephesus - “When the Spark Goes Out” | Christ had a special message for the church in Ephesus. They were hard workers and had sound doctrine but they had stopped loving God and others. The call to repent from this lack of love was given to Ephesus and to us today. (Revelation 2:1-7) | 7/4/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #10: The Return of Christ | The promised return of Jesus Christ and the events surrounding it should lead us to live our lives with a strongersense of expectancy and urgency. And it should also motivate us to live with a stronger faith and deeper purer devotion to the Lord. (Revelation 19 and other selected passages) | 6/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series#9: The Doctrine of the Church | What God is doing in the world today, He is doing primarily in & through His church. If we want to grow spiritually and have a greater influence on others for Jesus, we must make our commitment, involvement and investment in the church a higher priority. (Matthew 16:13-18; Romans 12:4-5; Ephesians 2:19-22; 4:11-16; 5:32) | 6/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #7: Doctrine of Sanctification, Growing Up in Christ | In this message we explore why so many Christians stall out in the faith. We also study what we can do as believers to get "un-stuck" and move on to maturity. We are in a process of becoming like Christ and being willing to give ourselves away. (Col. 1:28, 1 Cor. 3:1-3) | 6/13/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #6: The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit | If you want to feel God’s presence and power then you need to understand the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Learn about the role of the Spirit at the moment salvation and the spiritual transformation in our sanctification. (John 14:16-17; Titus 3:5-7; 1 Corinthians 3:16; 6:19; Ephesians 1:12-14; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Ephesians 5:18) | 6/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #5: The Security of the Believer | God provides a Living Hope to Believers that is unshakable security in Him. (I Peter 1:3-7) | 5/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #4: Salvation by Grace through Faith | Left to ourselves we cannot be saved. We are spiritually dead, disobedient, depraved and doomed. But God took the initiative to offer salvation to us as a gift of grace. Learn about the nature of God's grace and our faith. (Ephesians 2:1-10) | 5/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #3: The Incarnation of Jesus Christ | The doctrine of the Incarnation answers the question: Who is Jesus? Jesus is fully God and fully man joined together in one person. And because of that, He is not only the perfect Savior but the only Savior. (John 1:14; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Acts 4:12; 1 Timothy 2:5) | 5/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #3: The Trinity | In this second of our "We Believe" series we look at the doctrine of the Trinity. This belief sets Christianity apart from all other religions. In this sermon we explore why this is true and how the Bible supports it. | 5/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We Believe Series #1: The Bible is God's Word | In this first message in our "We Believe" sermon series we study the core belief that if the Bible is the inerrant Word of God then it also is our final authority for life. Can we trust the Bible? This message examines why the answer is "yes". (2 Tim 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21) | 5/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Finding Our Way Home #3 "The Loving Father" | Jesus not only wants us to connect with the Father's heart by receiving God's love and reflecting it to others; but he also wants us to connect with the Father's home. (Luke 15:1-32) | 4/25/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Finding Our Way Home #2 "The Lost Older Son" | Imagine how shocked the crowd was when Jesus ended the story with the eldest son as lost and alienated from the father as the younger son. What message did that send to them and to us today. (Luke 15:1-32) | 4/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Finding Our Way Home #1: The Prodigal Younger Son | The Prodigal's journey home serves as a roadmap to repentance for prodigals today. What makes repentance easier is knowing the response of the Father. (Luke 15:11-32) | 4/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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"The Real Easter Story" The Road to Redemption #2 | Without the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the road to Redemption would be a dead end. But the resurrection of Jesus was almost as public as the crucifixion. Can a rational, intelligent person believe in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ? Absolutely! (1 Corinthians 15:1-20) | 4/4/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Cross and Redemption | Christ is our redeemer. Do we know what this means? This message takes a devotional look at the cross and what it means that we need redemption and Christ providing it. (Galatians 4:4) | 4/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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"The Palm Sunday Plan" The Road to Redemption #1 | There is an all or nothing choice that is forced upon us by Jesus' Palm Sunday claim. Every pilgrim on the road, every witness at the trial, every observer at the cross either moved toward Jesus in belief or unbelief. The same is true for us today. (Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:28-44) | 3/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#12: The Practice of Community | In this final message in the Transformation series we discuss how being in community with other believers is essential to the spiritual health and growth of every Christian. We are created by God to be in community. Where do you find authentic community? (John 17) | 3/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#11: Service | Serving engages our faith and moves us forward in our spiritual transformation. The Christ-like servant is not simply performing external acts but, rather, develops the heart of a servant through serving by the power of the Spirit for the glory of Christ. (Romans 7:6, Colossians 1:29, 1 Peter 4:10-11) | 3/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#10: Practicing Stewardship | Practicing Stewardship comes when we realize that although we possess much, we own nothing. God is the owner and we are his investment managers (stewards). Learn some of the characteristics of living as a Christian steward of God's abundant grace. (Job 41:11; 1 Corinthians 4:2; 2 Corinthians 8:1-9; 9:6-15) | 3/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#9: Practicing Simplicity | Simplicity involves decreasing our desire for material things so we can increase our desire for spiritual things. It involves living with less so we can enjoy our relationship with God and others more. It involves learning to be content. (1 Timothy 6:6-10; 17-19; Matthew 6:19-33) | 2/28/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#8: Fasting | The practice of fasting engages our physical bodies in communication with God. But how, when, and why? (Lev. 23:26-28, Isaiah 58: 3-7, II Chronicles 20:2 - 4, Luke 18:1-14) | 2/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#7: Prayer | Prayer is an important part of a Christian's spiritual practice which leads to transformation. This message looks at using ACTS to give structure and balance to the daily prayer life of the Christian. (Matt 6:9-13) | 2/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#6: Surrender | A key element in living the transformed life is the daily practice of surrender to God. We are challenged in this message to ask God what we are clinging to and to begin the process of surrendering these things and relationships to the Lord. (Gal 2:20 and Phil 2:1-11) | 2/7/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#5: Practicing Solitude | Solitude is about creating space in our busy, noisy life to be alone with God. There needs to be times of brief periods of solitude as well as extended times. It includes unplugging and listening for God to speak to us. (Luke 5:15,16; 1 Kings 19:1-18; Psalm 46:10) | 1/31/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#4: Practicing Sabbath | Sabbath has always been about a God-ordained rhythm of work and rest. It involves slowing down and living the way God intended us to live - in restful, joyful dependence on God. (Genesis 2:1-3; Exodus 20:8-11; Isaiah 58:13, 14; Mark 2:23-27; Hebrews 4:1-11) | 1/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#3: The Practice of Being in the Scriptures | Of all the spiritual practices, the number one catalyst for spiritual growth is the Word of God. Consider why it's so important and how to best approach the Scriptures for transformation instead of just information. (Matthew 13:1-23) | 1/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 110 | VideoSpiritual Disciplines Video Diary #2 | Spiritual Disciplines Video Diary #2 | 1/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation#2: Practicing Carefree Celebration | Incorporating the spiritual practice of celebration is part of God's plan not only for giving us joy but also for our transformation. Learn how to pursue joy through celebration. (John 15:11; Nehemiah 8:10; Philippians 4:4; 1 Thessalonians 5:16) | 1/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 112 | VideoSpiritual Disciplines Video Diary #1 | Spiritual Disciplines Video Diary #1 | 1/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Transformation #1 "What is God up to?" | God's number one priority for every Christians is our transformation. Learn what it means and how can be involved in the process. (Romans 8:28,29; Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 3:8 Philippians 3:20,21) | 1/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Slippery Faith | Our faith can sometimes slip away, especially when we compare our lives to others around us. This exposition of Psalm 73 looks at this problem and the solution, which the Psalmist says is worship. (Psalms 73) | 12/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Magi Wisdom: "The Secret to Sustaining Joy" | The buildup of Christmas can be a setup and rob us of the joy God desires to give us. Learn from those mysterious wise men from the East on the secret to sustaining joy not only at Christmas but throughout the year. (Matthew 2:1-11) | 12/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Simeon: The Joy of Anticipation | Simeon's joyous anticipation of the coming Messiah serves as a model for us as we anticipate the second coming of Christ. This expectant joy will alter the way we live and the choices we make every day. (Luke 2:21-35) | 12/13/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Psalm 139 "Expanding our Vision of God" | What we think about God is the most important thing about us. It influences how we view ourselves. It shapes how we see life and how we live it. David shows us how to know God and deepen our relationship with Him. (Psalm 139) | 12/6/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Lord is my Shepherd | In this message we look at Psalm 23 and look at the Lord as our Shepherd and as the gracious host. One of the things about sheep are they tend to wander away from the Shepherd. To follow the Shepherd always leads to blessings and safety. (Psalm 23) | 11/29/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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A Thanksgiving Psalm "Don't Ever Forget" | David wrote the book on worship. In this Psalm he gives us some important guidelines for genuine worship. The motivations for our worship are based upon God's blessings and Character. (Psalm 103) | 11/22/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Are You Looking and Listening for God? | Every day and every night God is revealing Himself and speaking to us through His creation and His Word. Too often we blow through life with our heads down and never see God or hear Him speak. Look up and Listen! (Psalm 19) | 11/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Gospel in the hands of a willing Samaritan | A reminder of the beauty and simplicity of the Gospel and thoughts about how to communicate it to lost people from the actions of the Samaritan in Jesus' parable. (I Cor 15:1-4) | 11/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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God and Giving | The apostle Paul finishes his letter to the Philippians by telling them that it was good for them to financially support him because of the blessing they would receive from the Lord. We will find several principles for giving in this passage. (Mark 10: 46-52) | 11/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Secret to Being Content | Being content is certainly illusive in today's society. The apostle Paul learned the secret and he shares it with us in this passage. (Phil 4:10-13) | 10/25/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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No Worries | In this passage Paul outlines for us how to combat the inevitable worry that plagues everyone. The prescription in this passage is through prayer, correct thoughts and obedient living. (Phil 4:6-9) | 10/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Stand Firm | Paul exhorts the Philippian Christians to stand firm in their faith. This message explores four areas of the Christian faith that every Christian needs to stand firm in. (Phil 4:1-5) | 10/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Only One Stayed | What is your identify? Anything outside of your relationship with Jesus will let us down. John stayed at the cross because he was very clear on who he was. (John 19:25-27, John 13:21-25, I John 4:16-18) | 10/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pressing On | Paul says that the key to living the Christian life is to forget those things in the past that might weigh us down and press on with a focus on Jesus Christ and our citizenship in heaven. We explore what increases this hunger and what suppresses it. (Phil 3:10-21) | 9/27/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Life and Landfills | Compared to knowing Christ even the best things in our lives are like rubbish and trash. We know this but do we live this? This message explores some of the subtle ways we put pride in things that take away from our passion for Christ. (Phil 3:1-9) | 9/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 129 | VideoConclusion Video for 09/20/09 Message | Conclusion Video for 09/20/09 Message | 9/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 130 | VideoIntroduction Video for 09/20/09 Message | Introduction Video for 09/20/09 Message | 9/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Problem of Pain | Sometimes we find ourselves in places we were never intended to be. We look around and wonder where God is. The God news is we have a God who meets us in the midst of our pain and is willing to walk with us through it and ultimately get us home. (John 11) | 9/13/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Caring For Each Other | In part seven of this series on Philippians we study two individuals who exemplify what it means to care for one another in the community of Christians called the church. We will answer the question, what does caring look like today? (Phil 2:19-30) | 9/6/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Taking Action: Our Worship in Light of God’s Primary Purpose, To Glorify Himself - Part 2 | Malachi 1:11, I Chronicles 29:10-13, Job 26:14, Isaiah 48:9-11, Phil. 2:8 - 11, John 17:1, Romans 1:5, John 3:16, Matt. 6:10-13 | 8/31/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Take Action: Stretching Our Understanding of Worship, the Poor, and God's Highest Purpose - Part 1 | We must take action in our worship that reveals God's character in regard to the poor. (Isaiah 58:1-12, Luke 10) | 8/23/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Christian Work Out | To grow in Christ we need to balance a life of obedience and discipline with the free grace of God working in our lives. This message explores this with a practical application for every Christian. (Phil 2:12-18) | 8/16/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Unity and Diversity | Paul says that humility is the key to unity in our relationships in the church. Jesus was the supreme example of humility. But there is such a battle between our selfish natures and this supernatural trait of humility. (Phil 2:1-11) | 8/9/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Life and Death | For the apostle Paul life meant living the life of Christ, including Christ's mission and the suffering Christ went through. And for Paul dying meant something better by far. The same should be for every Christian. We explore this in this message. (Phil 1:21-30) | 8/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 138 | VideoTom & Dotty Hash's Story | Tom & Dotty Hash's story. This video was shown in the 8/02/09 service with the message: Life and Death.s | 8/2/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Finding Our Way Back to Joy | God wants my joy. My joy is God's glory. My joy is rooted in Christ's love. My joy is in following the rules {in relationship}. (John 15:8-11) | 7/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Playing the Victim Card | Paul looked at his negative circumstances as opportunities rather than excuses. Too often we play the victim card in life rather than the victor card knowing that God is in control and wants to bring glory to Himself. (Phil 1:12-20) | 7/19/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Abounding Love | In this second message of te Confidence Series on Philippians we look at the reality that God finishes what He starts in regards to our sanctification and salvation. This is encouraging to us to keep on with the Lord. (Phil 1:6-11) | 7/12/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Be Thankful | In this introduction to the Confidence series, a study of Philippians, we look at why Christians do not have thankful hearts and why we need to be more intentional in being thankful every day for everything. (Phil 1:1-5) | 7/5/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #16: Seeing the Bigger Story | As we wrap up our series about the minor prophets, we see that God had a bigger story going on behind the scenes. This story is not just the story of the minor prophets, not just the story of history, but the story of absolutely everything. (Malachi 4:1-2 and Colossians 1:15-18) | 6/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #15: Honorable Giving | Is it possible to rob God? If so, how? Learn some of the New Testament principles that parallel this Old Testament message. God challenges them and us to test Him in the area of giving. Learn that you cannot out give God. (Malachi 3:6-12) | 6/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #14: Malachi - Honorable Service | Instead of serving God, the priests in Malachi's day were really serving themselves. And God called them on it. 1 Peter 2:4,9 reminds us that we too are believer-priests. How do we also appear to serve God while really only serving ourselves. (Malachi 2:1-9) | 6/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #13: Malachi - Honorable Worship | The God of the universe deserves and desires honorable worship from us. Honorable worship involves wholehearted not half-hearted worship. It also involves giving God our best not our leftovers. (Malachi 1:1-14) | 6/7/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #12: Hypocrisy versus Authenticity | Zechariah teaches that God hates it when we fake it in our relationship with Him. But what God desires is for our hearts to be connected with His by caring for justice, mercy, compassion and taking care of the poor and the oppressed. (Zechariah) | 5/31/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 148 | VideoEli Rodriguez Testimonial | Eli Rodriguez's testimonial. This video was shown in the 5/31/09 service with the message: Tough Love #12: Hypocrisy versus Authenticity. | 5/31/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #11: Put God First, Not Second | Haggai reminds God's people to put God first not second. You'll regret it if you don't. You'll never regret it if you do. (Haggai) | 5/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #10: The Danger of Indifference | There are a lot of things you can be indifferent about in your life that won't negatively affect you. But you cannot afford to be indifferent about your relationship with God. (Zephaniah) | 5/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #9: Why God? | Habakkuk wonders why God was silent in his life. Then when God spoke he didn't like what he heard. But the prophet ends the book in praise and worship and trust. This sermon examines how he got there. (Habakkuk) | 5/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Family Matters #2: Love is the Key | We all love our children but how we love them determines the strength of our family. Consider the importance of four key expressions of love between parents and children: Trust, Time, Talking and Tenderness. | 4/26/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Family Matters #1: Are You Missing It? | God never designed for us to live outside the family. But too often in our culture, family has taken a back seat. The strength of a nation is dependent on the strength of the family. Learn what makes a family strong. (Deuteronomy 6:1-19) | 4/19/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Easter 2009 "Fearless" | The Resurrection of Jesus Christ gives us reason to believe in and live for better days. We can live with a fearless heart. (Matthew 28:1-10) | 4/12/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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7 Sayings From the Cross | In this Good Friday service the 7 sayings of Christ are discussed. We are led to a point of understanding in a fresh way that God takes sin seriously and Christ paid for that sin. Repentance and thankfulness is the result. | 4/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gethsemane: The Place of Prayer | The significance of Gethsemane lies in the contrast between the experience of the disciples and the example of Jesus. Discover three important principles about the priority and practice of prayer for your life. (Matthew 26:36-56) | 4/5/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #8: God Means Business | Nahum's message prophecying Ninevah's destruction gave Judah hope. But for us today we learn about how serious God takes our sin but how loving and patient God is with us too. (Nahum) | 3/29/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #7: Micah | Like a courtroom drama, Micah levels God's indictment, pronounces judgment but also promises deliverance through the future Messiah. He also declares God's desire for his people in every generation to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God. (Micah) | 3/22/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #6: Jonah - Part 2 | Jonah was an unwilling prophet because he was an unloving prophet. And that broke God's heart. God's love for lost people permeates this story. Not just your friend or relative or neighbor. But even your enemy. God loves them all. Do you? (Jonah 3,4) | 3/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #5: Jonah - Part 1 | Jonah learned the hard way that you can't run from God no matter how hard we try. (Jonah 1, 2) | 3/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #4: Obadiah - The Deception of Pride | God spoke through the prophet Obadiah condemning the Edomites for their prideful way of life - but if we take a closer look, we see that pride has deceived us all from the beginning of history, and the only answer to pride's lies is found in Christ. (Obadiah and selected passages) | 3/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #3: Amos | The message of Amos - let justice and righteous flow! Discover that the litmus test of faith is the depth of our concern for the poor. (Amos) | 2/22/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #2: Joel - Warning! | Sometimes God uses crisis, like the locust plague in the book of Joel, to get our attention. Many times we still turn away and seek after other idols in our lives. This book warns that God will judge if we do not repent and turn back to Him. (Joel) | 2/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 164 | VideoRobby Sidel Video | Video from 02/15/09 service. | 2/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tough Love #1: Hosea - Redeeming Love | Hosea's wife went after other lovers just like the nation of Israel did. God is calling all of us back into a loving relationship with Himself instead of setting up and worshiping other idols. (Hosea 1-3) | 2/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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More Than Words #5: "Committed to the Word of Truth" | Jesus considered the Scriptures to be the standard for our beliefs and behavior and so should we. Consider the relevance, the authority and the power of the Bible for our lives today. | 2/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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More Than Words #4: The Priority of Outreach | Observe Jesus' priority and perspective on building redemptive relationships with those outside the faith. Learn some valuable lessons on building bridges instead of barriers when engaging with people about the Savior of the World. (John 4:4-42) | 1/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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More Than Words #3: The Fellowship | Jesus modeled for us the value of community and established the New Community called the Church where close relationships can flourish and grow. If we are devoted followers of Jesus, we must be devoted to one another. (Life of Christ and Acts 2:42-47) | 1/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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More Than Words #2: Developing the Habit of Worship | For Jesus, worship was a holy habit and as his followers it must become ours. Learn what worship is and involves. Consider four essential motives that governs genuine worship. (John 4:19-26; Matthew 4:8-10) | 1/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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More Than Word #1: Rekindling The Fire | Rekindling the flames of love for the Lord begins with passion not duty. When was the last time you felt your hearts burning (on fire) in your love for Jesus Christ. (Luke 6:1-11; Luke 10:25-28; Luke 24:13-32) | 1/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #14: Helping a Wanderer | It is our responsibility as a brother and sister in Christ to help another find their way back to the truth. James is about actions being lived out in accordance to our faith. This is part of that admonition. (James 5:19-20 | 12/28/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas and the Love of God | The birth of Christ is God's love in action. In this sermon we explore some of the implications of God's love as it relates to Christmas and also as it relates to how we live our every day lives. (John 3:16) | 12/21/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Christmas: A Mission of Peace | The Christmas message is the true story about God's mission of peace for the world through the Peace Child, Jesus Christ. Both the promise and provision of peace enables us to experience peace in a war-torn world. (Luke 2:1-16) | 12/14/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #13: Power For Living | If we want to live more powerfully, we need to pray more faithfully. (James 5:13-18) | 12/7/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #12: Life Gotcha by the Collar? | When Christians face difficult circumstances that are out of their control James recommends recommends a special patience that is based on the knowledge that God will make things right in the end. (James 5:7-11) | 11/30/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #11: A Warning to the Wealthy | Like an Old Testament Prophet, James levels an indictment against the wealthy for hoarding, defrauding and over-indulging. In the same way, we need to learn how God wants us to view our wealth and use it in a God-honoring, kingdom building way. (James 5:1-6) | 11/23/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #10: Carpe Diem or Deo Volente | James exposes the danger of believing in God and wanting a relationship with Him but planning and living as if He doesn't exist. Learn to live in humble dependence on God everyday for everything. (James 4:13-17) | 11/16/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #9: Pride and Humility | James, in straight forward language, tells us that pride leads to conflict with one another and also with God. Whereas humility leads to being lifted up by God and then we are free to lift others up as well. (James 4:1-12) | 11/2/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #8: Developing True Wisdom | We live in a world where wisdom is often defined and pursued on the basis of intelligence, education and knowledge. James exposes the motivation, characteristics and source of this counterfeit wisdom and then encourages us to pursue the real thing. (James 3:13-18) | 10/26/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #7: Our Words Matter | Our tongues not only reflect our physical health but also our spiritual health. James tells us our words matter and are as important as our works in reflecting real faith in Jesus Christ. (James 3:1-12) | 10/19/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #6: Is Your Faith Real? | Is your faith in Jesus Christ real or phony? In James 2:14-26, the writer presents what real faith is and isn't. He tells us that the kind of faith that saves is the kind of faith that works. The world needs to see saving faith lived out in actions. ( James 2:14-26) | 10/12/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #5: My Favorite Church Member | Favoritism in the church is rampant but according to our passage is wrong and in fact it is sin. This can be overt and subtle. This message unpacks this critical passage and is relevant for every Christian today. (James 2:1-13) | 10/5/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #4: Mirror, mirror on the wall | There are three things and can keep us from growing in Christ. Anger in our heart, sin in our life and denial of the truth. This passage reveals these to us and confronts us with making a change. (James 1:19-27) | 9/28/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #3: Blaming or Trusting God? | When we are going through difficult times trials we can either blame God or trust God? Trusting God with an unwavering and unquestioning faith is possible when we understand both the true nature of temptation and the true nature of God's goodness. (James 1:13-18) | 9/21/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #2: Developing an Enduring Faith - Part 2 | James continues to teach us how to respond to the difficulties and hardships that happen in our lives. Learn how to develop a more enduring faith through the trials of life by praying for wisdom, having an unwavering faith and being motivated by promised future rewards. (James 1:5-12) | 9/14/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Faith Works Series #1: Developing an Enduring Faith | Trials are as much a part of life as the air we breathe. Gain perspective on why God allows them and how God want us to respond in them to strengthen our faith not weaken it. (James 1:1-4) | 9/7/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Expect to find Mercy | We all come to Jesus with different expectations - choose to come before him expecting to find Mercy. (Luke 7:36) | 8/31/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Never Too Far | Taking from the example of Peter, even in our failures and faults there is hope that God can and will use us when we come to Him as we are. (Luke 5, John 6) | 8/24/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Living from the inside out | Nicodemus lived his live based on external behavior. Jesus wants us to find radical life change from the inside through God's love, Christ's sacrifice and the Spirit's moving. (John 3:1-17) | 8/17/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #8 - "Happy are the Persecuted" | Find out how the persecuted can find happiness. Jesus not only gives the specific profile of the persecuted but also the promised reward. (Matthew 5:10-12) | 8/10/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #7 - "Happy are the peacemakers..." | Few things are more Godlike than peace? When we possess it, pursue it, practice it, promote it, proclaim it, and preserve it, we give evidence and have assurance that we are really sons and daughters of God. (Matthew 5:9) | 8/3/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Summer Songs #4 - "Looking Towards the Cross" | Psalm 22 is a Messianic Psalm in that there are amazing details of the crucifixion given over a thousand years before the event took place. We are encouraged that even in our hardships and pain God is there helping us through. (Psalms 22) | 7/27/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Summer Songs #3 - "Authentic Worship" | The Psalmist King David reminds us that there is only one place we can be truly safe, secure and successful and that is remaining in our relationship with God. Even when God seems distant we are called to wait on Him. (Psalms 27) | 7/20/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Summer Songs #2 - "From Weeping to Dancing" | In this study of the Thanksgving Psalm 30 we see David's proclamation that our weeping only remains for a night but joy comes in the morning. We all have weeping nights...how do we got to the joyful morning? (Psalms 30) | 7/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Summer Songs #1 - "Numbering Our Days" | This study of Psalms 90 leads us into the eternality of God and the fraility of life for man. Because of sin Moses cries out for mercy based on the loyal love of God. In reponse we are to invest every day for the glory of God. (Psalms 90) | 7/6/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #6 - "Happy of the Pure in Heart" | Our health, holiness and happiness all revolve around the condition of our heart. Jesus tells us a healthy heart is a pure heart. Learn what it means to pursue purity of heart. (Matthew 5:8) | 6/29/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #5 - "Happy are the Merciful..." | Is there anyone who is not guilty of begging God for mercy on Sunday and then demanding justice on Monday. How can we receive mercy from God and then refuse to give it to others. Discover four things mercy involves and how Jesus modeled it for us. Don't forget the promise God makes to those who show mercy. (Matthew 5:7) | 6/22/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #4 - "Happy are the hungry and thirsty...." | Just as our physical life depends upon food and water; our spiritual life also depends upon righteousness. In spite of our unrighteousness, the Righteous God loves us and is pursuing us. His plan to save us involves turning our rebelliousness into righteousness. In this beatitude Jesus tells us that the process of becoming righteous is directly related to our desire. (Matthew 5:6) | 6/15/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #3 - "Happy are the Meek..." | "Happy are the meek" sounds absurd! Consequently, it is a character quality most people avoid. Learn the true definition of meekness and how Jesus modeled it. Learn also, about the courage, strength, joy and inheritance of those who are meek. (Matthew 5:5) | 6/8/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #2 - "Happy are the Sad" | Jesus tells us that happiness can be found in a place of sadness. At first glance, that sounds absurd. Learn how Godly sorrow brings Godly comfort and results in joy and happiness. | 6/1/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Pursuit of Happiness #1 - "Happy are the Poor..." | The one thing people are looking for most in life is happiness. But it's hard to find and harder to sustain. Jesus tells us what to do and where to go to find happiness. We discover that it is not something we create but something that is given to us when we live the way Jesus calls us to live. How can the poor... be happy? ( Matthew 5:1-3) | 5/25/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Above All Else | This is a new beginning for Woodcreek Church. What does God want the community to see and feel when they see the church? Above all else God wants them to see.... (Colossians 1:15-20) | 5/18/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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20 Somethings: Christ and the Nicene Creed | Understanding how the early church understood the doctrine of Christ is essential to our doctrine as Christians. The Council of Nicea articulated with biblical language that Christ was fully God and fully man. | 5/14/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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20 Somethings: Community and Christ | True Christian community is founded upon the work of Christ and is distinct from anything the world can offer. (Ephesians 2:11-22) | 5/11/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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"The End is Just the Beginning" Changed Series #6 | People tend to fear and resist change. The never-changing God is ever-changing us. (2 Corinthians 3:18) | 5/11/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What we Were Made For | Often times when we find ourselves feeling unconnected, isolated, and not in step with God's desire for our lives it is because we've forgotten (or never known) what we were made for. You and I were made intentionally by God to be the hands and feet of Christ, and in doing so we find the deepest longing of our hearts. (Ephesians 2:10) | 5/4/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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"Character" Changed Series #5 | God's goal for every Christian is to change us from the inside-out. Discover what this process of transformation looks like and why it is so important for those who have trusted in the resurrected Jesus. (Romans 6:3-5; Colossians 3: 1-17; 2 Corinthians 5:14) | 4/27/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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"Compassion" Changed Series #4 | Compassion characterized Jesus' life. He wants compassion to characterize ours. (Matthew 9:35-38; Luke 10:25-37) | 4/20/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Going from Consumer to Contributer - fulfilling your role in the Church | Short message of encouragement to be fulfilling the role God has chosen you for as a member of the body of Christ. (I Cor. 12:12 - 25) | 4/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Hope | When we are convinced of the resurrection it brings many changes to our lives. One is that our hope becomes sure and eternal. And our hope in God will result in exciting life changes. This sermon explores hope in the Christian's life. (1 Peter 1:3-12) | 4/6/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Scared to Death | The disciples went through a transformation from being scared to death to courageous men that changed the world. This sermon explores how this happened. It was the resurrected presence of Christ. We can all practice this today. (Acts 4:8-13) | 3/30/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Convinced. Never be the same. | The disciples lives were changed because they were absolutely convinced of the resurrection of Jesus. | 3/23/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Good Friday Service | In the Garden of Gethsemane the world saw the greatest act of courage take place. Between a confession of desperation and an act of humble submission, Jesus demonstrated a heart of complete bravery in the words "Thy will be done." The power of Christ's act is felt in the personal testimony of every believer that has called upon the name of Christ as Lord and Savior, and that power continues to change the world today. (Matthew 26:36-46) | 3/21/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #6 "An Essential Servant" | We are first and foremost servants of Jesus Christ. Unfortunately, serving doesn't come naturally to us. Serving must be an intentional and learned response. Learn to Jesus like Jesus. (Mark 10: 35-45; John 13:1-17) | 3/16/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #5: You are an essential Priest | Your probably never thought of yourself as a priest or ever wanted to be one. Discover your role in the church as a believer priest. (1 Peter 2:4-10) | 3/9/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #4 "You are Essential as God's Stewards" | It is essential for us to remember that God is the owner of everything and we are his investment managers. Learn about the marks of Christian Stewardship. It is about faithfulness, freedom, grace, enthusiasm and love. (1 Corinthians 4:2; 1 Peter 4:10) | 3/2/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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You are Essential as His Ambassador | Christians are called to live as ambassadors for Christ - look at this concept in a new way! (II Cor. 5:20) | 2/24/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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We are all Disciples | Every Christian is a disciple. Although this is true many Christians do not know what that means. This sermon explores what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. We are followers, learners and we keep growing. | 2/17/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Essentials #1 “Live Your Calling” | The church is not a spectator sport. God is calling every believer in the church to be a contributor instead of consumer. God is calling every church member to become a minister. (Ephesians 4:11-16_ | 2/10/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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On Site #2: “The Lord’s Vision for His Church” | If Matthew 16:18 gives the church its identity and tells us who we are, Matthew 28:18-20 gives the church it’s mission and tells us why we exist. Discover the revelation of Christ’s power; the description of his plan and the promise of his presence. (Matthew 28:18-20) | 1/13/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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On Site #1 "Foundational Truths" | The church is built on the foundational truth of who Jesus is. Join him in a building that cannot fail and a battle that cannot be lost. (Matthew 16:18) | 1/6/08 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Indescribable Gift #2 - The Miracle of Christmas | Consider how and why the Miracles of the Virgin Birth and the Incarnation are essential to the Christmas story. (Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-37; John 1:1-14) | 12/15/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Friendship #7 "The Power of Encouragement | Healthy friendships are developed and sustained in the context of encouraging relationships. Learn how to become an encourager like Barnabas. (Hebrews 10:22-25; Ephesians 4:29; Selected verses in Acts) | 12/2/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Healing Wounded Relationships | Community in the body of Christ is a blessing. But when we are selfish we hurt each other. When this happens we need to keep short accounts and learn how to forgive. This sermon explores this important topic. (Phil. 2) | 11/25/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Lifelines: Friendship #5 - Closer than a brother | Friendships never go very long or grow very deep without being tested. Learn how to sustain close friendships under fire through the example of David and Jonathan's friendship (1 Samuel 18:5--20:42) | 11/18/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Biblical Friendships Series #4 - Closer Than A Brother | Discover the qualities necessary to develop and maintain close friendships from the example of Jonathan and David's friendship. (1 Samuel 18:1-4) | 11/11/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Biblical Friendships Series #3 - Building Friendships that Reflect God's Heart | Building friendships that introduce people to Jesus is not an option for believers - it is the heart of the gospel. (I Corinthians 9:19-23) | 11/4/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Biblical Friendships Series #2 - A Fellowship of Friends | Lonliness is pervasive in our society but it should not be that way in the church. God has designed the church to be a place where we can find true friendship because we have a common Father and common goals. (1 jn 3:7-11 and Phil 2:3-8) | 10/28/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Biblical Friendships Series #1 - Created for Friendship | We were created by God for Friendships. Explore these passages and learn the basis of friendship; the benefits of friendship and the best example of friendship. (Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiastes 4:7-12; John 15:12-17) | 10/21/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Strong Faith #6 "Abraham's Epitaph" | Write your own epitaph. Examine and embrace the chareristics of strong faith that gave quality and richness to Abraham's life. They will certainly add quality and richness to your own. (Genesis 25: 7-10; Hebrews 11:8-19) | 10/14/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Strong Faith #5 "The Ultimate Test" | Learn some valuable lessons about strong faith from Abraham's ultimate test of faith when God ask him to offer his son, Isaac as a burnt offering. (Genesis 22:1-19) | 10/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Strong Faith #4 "Strong Faith comes in the Waiting" | The biggest struggle in our Christian experience comes in the "in between" times. In between the question and the answer; the problem and solution; the promise and the fulfillment. Strong Faith comes through patiently waiting on God. (Genesis 15:1-17:21; 21:1-5) | 9/30/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Wanted: Dead and Alive | Being baptized into the death of Christ has profound implications and being raised with Christ in His resurrection has equally a deep effect for the believer. This sermon examines the theology and the practicality of living with these truths. (Eph 6:1-4) | 9/23/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Strong Faith #3: Becoming a Peacemaker | Like Abraham, our lives are made up of crises, choices and consequences. Learn some valuable lessons about how to become a peacemaker in midst of relationship crisis. (Genesis 13:5--14:12) | 9/16/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Strong Faith #2: When Faith Falters | Find out how Abram found his way back after taking a spiritual detour down in Egypt. Learn how famine relief is found through trusting God instead of yourself. (Genesis 12:10-13:4) | 9/9/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Strong Faith #1: Beginning the Journey | God wants us to have a stronger faith in Him so that we might have a deeper relationship with Him. Learn valuable lessons about developing strong faith from the life of Abraham. (Genesis 12:1-9) | 9/2/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Mission or Monument? | With our move to our new location and our name change, the question is who will we be when we get there? Will Richland (Woodcreek) continue it's legacy of being a church that reaches out and changes a community or will we be a monument to what a group of people used to be excited about? (Luke 19:1-10, Acts 2:42-47) | 8/26/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Be Holy: Who me? | Holiness is not only for saints and monks but also for you and me. What does this look like? Why should we pursue it? What do we do when we blow it? These questions are explored in this last sermon in a five part series on the holiness of God. (1 Peter 1:15-16) | 8/19/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Passion of the Holiness of God | Sometimes the justice of God is difficult for us to accept. Is this because we have come to expect the mercy of God? This sermon explores both aspects of God's character as it relates to His holiness. (1 Chron 13 and 2 Sam 6) | 8/12/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The holiness of God: What's the big deal? | What you think the holiness of God means may not be accurate or adequate. This sermon explores the deep meaning of the Hebrew word for hoiness as it applies to God. This may suprise you! (Exodus 3:1-5) | 8/5/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Learning from a Legend: Jonah | It is interesting to note that the only disobedient creature in the book of Jonah is God's prophet Jonah. God taught Jonah the meaning of compassion and obedience through the saving of the evil Assyrians, a lesson we all can learn from too. (Jonah 1-4) | 7/29/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Face to Face with God | This message explores a rare glimpse into heaven where we see the glory of God revealed. This demands a reponse from us as we will see who we really are when we see God as He really is. (Isaiah 6:1-8) | 7/22/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pastor Abraham | Pastor Abraham received a calling from God to go to the "graveyard for missionaries" in Bihar, India. He labored for the Lord for 10 years before seeing one person come to Christ. Today thousands are hearing the gospel through annual Christmas parties. | 7/15/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Getting to Know You | This part one of a 5 part series on In Search of the Sacred; Understadning the Holiness of God. In this sermon the importance of knowing God is explored. The more you know God the more the Christian understnads himself and the world. | 7/8/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What Does the Bible Say About... #6 - End Times? | Gain insight into God's prophetic timeline and how the Church and the Christian can prepare to meet Christ when He comes for us. | 7/1/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What Does the Bible Say About... #5 - Suffering? | Our sufferings become more manageable in light of his. - John Stott | 6/24/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What Does the Bible Say About... #4 - Does God Choose Us or Do We Choose God? | If God chooses who will be saved, what about free will? What about those who are not choosen? Is God unfair? Why pray or witness? (Ephesians 1:4-14; Romans 3:9-12; Romans 9:14, 15; John 6:35-47) | 6/17/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Introducing - Woodcreek Church | Listen to the announcement from Sunday, June 10th about the name change of RBFC. | 6/11/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What Does the Bible Say About... #3 - Is Jesus the Only Way to God? | The growing belief is that there are many religious paths that all lead to the same god. But is it true? What does the Bible say? What will you believe and why? (John 14:16; Acts 4:12; 1 Timothy 2:5,6) | 6/10/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What Does the Bible Say About... #2 - Islam? | How does a Christian live in peace with a Muslim? What are the similarities of the two religions? What differences? What does the Bible say about Islam? These questions and more are answered in this timely sermon by Dr. Paul Tanner. (Gen. 16:11-12) | 6/3/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What Does the Bible Say About... #1 - War? | Why are we at war? What is this war all about? What is God’s Perspective on war? Is there ever a just cause for war? What should our response be to war individually, as citizens and as Christians? | 5/27/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Celebrating the Sacraments | A day of enjoying our covenant relationship with Jesus through the observance of Communion and Baptism. These practices reflect the "vows and rings" of a future ceremony between Jesus the Bridegroom and His Bride the Church. | 5/20/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Building a Foundation of Honor | Building a foundation of honor for our parents through selflessness, understanding, and forgiveness. (Exodus 20:12, Is 29:13, Ph. 2:5-7, Luke 17:3-4, Ez. 36:26) | 5/13/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Christian Life: Baptism | Believer's baptism is not an option for the Christian. This sermon explores this sacrment by looking at the command, the picture and some of the questions people have about this rite of passage. | 5/6/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Spiritual Transformation: Fasting | Fasting is the unknown and unpracticed discipline in the church today. This sermon explores the 9 different purposes for fasting from the Scripture. There are also practical guidelines to help you get started. | 4/29/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Because of the Resurrection #3 - We have Hope because of the Resurrection | Hope is a powerful motivator. Because of the Resurrection Of Jesus we have a living and lasting hope. | 4/22/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Because of the Resurrection #2 - We have Power because of the Resurrection | Because of the Resurrection of Jesus we have power to live courageously, righteously and with endurance. | 4/15/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Because of the Resurrection #1 - We have Freedom because of the Resurrection | Because of the Resurrection of Jesus, we have freedom from the penalty of sin; freedom to let go of the guilt and regrets of the past; and freedom to start over and live a new life. (1 Corinthians 15:1-20) | 4/8/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Serving as Jesus Served (part 2) - In Pursuit of Jesus #13 | Jesus gives us the greatest example of two characteristics of a servant's heart. He shows us how to serve with humility and sacrifice. (Philippians 2:1-11) | 4/1/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Serving as Jesus Served (part 1) - In Pursuit of Jesus #12 | In order to pursue Jesus and be identified with Him, we must abandon all selfish ambition. We must let go of our desire to manipulate, control and rule over one another and instead, devote ourselves to serving and giving. (Mark 10:35-45) | 3/25/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Living in Community (part 2) - In Pursuit of Jesus #11 | Jesus not only modeled community but he prayed for the unity and community of his followers. Paul described it in 1 Cor 12 and The Good Samaritan story gives a good description of someone living it. (Jn. 17) | 3/18/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Living in Community (part 1) - In Pursuit of Jesus #10 | We can never achieve our potential as humans and we can never achieve our potential as Christians without authentic relationships with other people. Jesus modeled what it means to live life in community with others. | 3/11/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Receiving the Word of God - In Pursuit of Jesus #9 | In the Parable of the Sower, Jesus describes varying responses to the Word of God based on the condition of the heart. Fertile hearts have a healthy dependence on the Word and a passionate desire to know the Author. (Matthew 13:1-24) | 3/4/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pursuing Jesus and the Word of God - In Pursuit of Jesus #8 | Jesus is the Word and the Bible is the written down account of God's redemption of fallen man. When we are pursuing Jesus we have it right, when we study just to study we are missing the point. (Psalm 1, John 1, 2 Tim 3:16-17) | 2/25/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Genuine Worship - In Pursuit of Jesus #6 | Woodcreek is a non-denominational bible church whose mission is to “help and encourage people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” This podcast includes our weekly sermons and additional media relating to those messages. Please feel free to contact us at any time regarding any issue and we will be happy to respond. | 2/11/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Taking it to the Streets - In Pursuit of Jesus #5 | This message will encourage you to follow Jesus outside the doors of the church and interact with people in your community in the way He would. Become a person who goes out rather than a person who sends. | 2/4/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Lost and Found - In Pursuit of Jesus #4 | People are important to Jesus and so people should be important to each one of us. How do we know? The stories Jesus told revealed His heart for people. (Luke 15:1-32) | 1/28/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Watch and Pray - In Pursuit of Jesus #3 | Learn three vital lessons about prayer from the example of Jesus and the experience of the disciples in the Garden of Gethsemane. (Matthew 25:36-56) | 1/21/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Lord, Teach us to Pray - In Pursuit of Jesus #2 | Prayer is one of the dominant themes in the Bible because God wants it to be one of the prominent practices in our lives. Learn from Jesus’ example and instruction on the practice of prayer. If we want to have the kind of impact on our generation as the first disciples did in theirs, then we need to learn to pray like Jesus prayed. (Luke 11:1-5; Matthew 6:5-8; Matthew 7:7-12) | 1/16/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Call - In Pursuit of Jesus #1 | Looking at two events in the life of Christ where Jesus calls his disciples to follow him. Learn some important lessons about what it really means to pursue Jesus. (Matthew 4:18-22; Luke 5:1-11) | 1/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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New Beginnings | God is a God of new beginnings. The Scripture reveals to us that God is in the business of taking broken stuff and making it new again. From the creation to each individual God is making all things new. | 12/31/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Everlasting Father - Name Above All Names #4 | Whoever you are and whatever relationship you had or have with your earthly father, you need to know Jesus, our "Everlasting Father" is pursuing you and reaching out to you with a "Father Love." Isaiah 9:6 & 63:16; John 10:28-30 &14:6-10; Zeph 3:17 | 12/31/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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He is the Mighty God - Name Above All Names #3 | Jesus is the “Mighty God” predicted in Isaiah 9:6. He was mighty in his birth, life, death and resurrection. “Nothing is too hard from Him.” (Isaiah 9:6; Jeremiah 32:17-26; Luke 1:29-37) | 12/17/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Wonderful Counselor - Name Above All Names #2 | Isaiah's message of hope because the King was coming one day is also a message of hope for us today. The King has come and He is a wonderful counselor, able to touch us and heal us at our deepest spiritual and emotional needs. (Isaiah 9:6) | 12/10/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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What's In A Name? - Name Above All Names #1 | Study Isaiah's prophecy about the coming Messiah and how they are fulfilled in the Christmas Story and the person of Jesus. (Isaiah 7:14 and Isaiah 9:6) | 12/3/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Being Thankful for God's Blessings - Grateful Awakening #2 | Forgetfulness comes naturally. Gratefulness has to be cultivated. In this song of thanksgiving, David gives us a profile and some reasons for a having a thankful heart. (Psalm 103) | 11/19/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Thankful for our Salvation - Grateful Awakening #1 | Thanksgiving is more than family, food and football. It is an opportunity for an "Grateful Awakening." Have you ever been guilty of taking your salvation for granted? Take some time to remember what a blessing your salvation really is. | 11/12/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sound Investment Practices - The Treasure Principle #5 | This sermon has the biblical and practical guidelines for our giving. This includes tithing and planned systematic giving as pleasing to the Lord. (2 Cor 9:6-8) | 11/5/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sound Investment Incentives - The Treasure Principle #4 | Don't miss the chance of a lifetime! Learn how God motivates us to exchange earthly assets for eternal wealth. Eternal Treasures are described and Eternal Rewards are promised. (Matthew 25:14-30) | 10/29/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Wise Investment Strategies - The Treasure Principle #3 | In order for us to stop living like owners and start living like managers, we need to stop living like consumers and start living like investors. Jesus gives us some wise investment strategies as God’s stewards. (Matthew 6:19-24) | 10/22/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Becoming God's Investment Manager - The Treasure Principle #2 | God is the Owner of Everything. You and I are His Investment Managers. Discover some of the biblical characteristics of a Godly Investment Manager. (Job 41:1; Psalm 24:1; 1Corinthians 4:1,2; 2 Corinthians 8:1-7; Mark 14:3-9) | 10/15/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The World's Greatest Investment Opportunity - The Treasure Principle #1 | Learn why God cares so much about money and how He offers us the World's greatest Investment Opportunity. (Matthew 6:19-21, 24; Matthew 13:44-46) | 10/8/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Biblical Forgiveness - Faith Under Fire #5 | Biblical forgiveness is truly a supernatural act but one that is not only a gift to the offender but a gift to yourself. Joseph is a wonderful example of true biblical forgiveness. (Gen 45; 50:20) | 10/1/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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True Repentance - Faith Under Fire #4 | Many times we are sorry for sin because we got caught but God desires a broken heart which is tied to true repentacne. This sermon discusses both regret and repentance by looking at Joseph and his encounter with his brothers. (Gen 42-44) | 9/23/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The University of Adversity - Faith Under Fire #3 | God answers the "Why" and the "What" of suffering through Joseph's story and we learn some of God's plan for us through difficulty. (Genesis 40, 41) | 9/16/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Resisting Temptation - Faith Under Fire #2 | Learn how to successfully resist temptation when your faith comes under fire. Consider also, why sometimes it is the will of God that we suffer for doing what is right. (Genesis 39) | 9/9/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Dealing with Disaster - Faith Under Fire #1 | Where is God when disaster strikes? He is in the same place as when Joseph was betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery and ended up in Egypt. Witness how Joseph passed his first real test of faith. (Genesis 37:1-36; 39:1-6) | 9/2/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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08/27/06 - Lust and Pornography -The Great Exchange: Trading the Truth for a Lie (part 2) | Lust, and its servant pornography, are becoming a greater battle ground than many are aware. Find out how Christian men, women, and children can begin to be prepared to deal with these powerful temptations. | 8/26/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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08/20/06 - Idolinator -The Great Exchange: Trading the Truth for a Lie (part 1) | Idols creep into every part of our lives crowding out God's place in the throne room of our hearts. (Romans 1 Exodus 32) | 8/19/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| 292 | Video08/13/06 - What is a friend? (video) | Video clips from 08/13/06. Jr. high kids answer what a friend is, what a best friend is, and how God is like and unlike a friend. | 8/15/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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08/13/06 - A Question for Everyone - Turning Points: Embracing Life's Defining Moments #4 | We all deny Jesus like Peter did the night of Jesus' trial. The good news is that Jesus always invites us back into relationship with Him, This is amazing grace and forgivemeness. (Matt 26 & John 21) | 8/14/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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08/06/06 - Focus - Turning Points: Embracing Life's Defining Moments #3 | When our focus stays on Jesus we will do incredible things for the Kingdom of God. When we get distracted by the world or our circumstances we no longer can be all that God wants us to be. | 8/5/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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07/30/06 - Follow Me - Turning Points: Embracing Life's Defining Moments #2 | Simon Peter faced another defining moment in his life when Jesus said to him, "Follow me." Each of us faces the same decision. Do you know what it means to be a disciple? This message deals with these questions and more on this critical subject. | 7/29/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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07/23/06 - A New Name - Turning Points: Embracing Life's Defining Moments #1 | When we meet Christ He sees us as who we will become, not who we are or who we were. This gives everyone hope, passion and energy for the future rather than living in the jail of the past. | 7/22/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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07/16/06 - Behind Enemy Lines (part II) | Learn about the priority and power of prayer in defeating the enemy who is out to destroy your soul. (Ephesians 6:18-20) | 7/15/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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07/09/06 - Behind Enemy Lines | Whether we know it or not, we are at war! Learn who the real enemy is and how he intends to destroy us. Also learn how to be prepared for the battle and protected in it. (Ephesians 6:10-17) | 7/8/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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07/02/06 - Team Works at Work | Praise God we do not have masters and slaves in our society or church today. But the principles given in these verses do apply to our present day labor force. Learn some valuable principles for serving God at work. (Ephesians 6:5-9 ) | 7/1/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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06/25/06 - Team Works! God's Game Plan for Family | Being a kid is tough. Being a parent is tough. How has God set up the family to function in a healthy way? Ephesians 6:1-4 helps answer the question of who's in charge in the home, and how to parent with Godly priorities. | 6/25/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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06/18/06 - Team Works! God's Game Plan for Marriage (Part III) | The Apostle Paul shows how one of the greatest ways a wife shows respect for her husband is by letting him lead in the relationship. Explore how this really works and why it is an important part of teamwork in relationships. (Ephesians 5:22-24) | 6/17/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 301 Episodes |
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