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Lesson 11. An Ordered Life Paul adds an ordered life as another response from those who receive God's blessings of salvation. ( Ephesians 5:22-6:9 ) Intro - Review Man’s obligations in response to God’s offer of spiritual blessings: Obligations of the church in response to God’s offer A. Unity B. Righteous…

God sets boundaries on Man's relationship with animals, other humans and Himself.

Renew's values are Biblical Discipleship, Gracious Community, and Light to the World. Where do these values come from, what do they mean, and how do we live them out? Join Malcolm as he explores our foundations and their consequences.

If we trust in Christ, it will come out in how we behave. Listen in as we hear about the qualities marking a person that is close to God.

Then Cain went out from the LORD’s presence and lived in the land of Nod, east of Eden. The Establishment of a godless society Starting a family Cain was intimate with his wife, and she conceived and gave birth to Enoch. Then Cain became the builder of a city, and he named the city Enoch after his son.…

25 Adam had relations with his wife again; and she gave birth to a son, and named him Seth, for, she said, “God has appointed me another offspring in place of Abel, for Cain killed him.” 26 To Seth, to him also a son was born; and he called his name Enosh. Then men began to call upon the name of the…

Bookmarks & Needs: B: Matthew 5:13-16 N: Welcome Good morning! Today is Sanctity of Life Sunday, and the video we just watched was produced by a ministry that we closely partner with: CareNet Pregnancy Centers of Albuquerque. CareNet helps serve and counsel those facing unplanned pregnancy, those who…

This sermon, titled "The Garden of Contentment: Rediscovering Thanksgiving," delves into the theme of contentment and its biblical roots. It begins by reflecting on the essence of Thanksgiving, emphasizing gratitude and contentment, and then transitions to the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, highlighting their initial state of contentment. The sermon is structured into several parts. The first part focuses on the contentment experienced by Adam and Eve in Eden, referencing Genesis 2:25. It discusses how their contentment was disrupted by the serpent's temptation, as detailed in Genesis 3:4-6, drawing parallels to modern temptations like materialism and the influence of advertising. The next part addresses the irony of Black Friday, contrasting it with the spirit of Thanksgiving and the Biblical call to contentment, as emphasized in Hebrews 13:5. The sermon then explores societal misconceptions about contentment, using Philippians 4:11-12 to show that true contentment is about finding peace in one's current situation, rather than constantly seeking more. The final part of the sermon encourages a renewed focus on gratitude and contentment during Thanksgiving, supported by 1 Timothy 6:6-8. It concludes with a call to action for the congregation to practice contentment and gratitude continually, not just during Thanksgiving.

Reading of the Word They were continually devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone kept feeling a sense of awe; and many wonders and signs were taking place through the apostles. And all the believers were together and had all things…

1 At that time the Roman emperor, Augustus, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the Roman Empire. 2 (This was the first census taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 All returned to their own ancestral towns to register for this census. 4 And because Joseph was a descendant of King…

Main Point: Christians are locally gathered as a distinct societal institution with a unique authority and mission in the world.

How are we to live in an increasingly secular society? Shift away from biblical ideas. Redfinition of marriage. Increasing leagalisation of abortion. Pressure on churches to compromise. We find ourselves increasingly disparing at the decisions being made on our behald, and tempted to join the mockery…

Following Christ requires a commitment of FAITH and TRUST in our Lord and Savior. Anything short of FAITH leads us back to being agents of the world.

Advent Sermon Series

Something doesn’t have to be your fault to be your commission and call. “We don’t have to feel obedient to be obedient, that’s not obedience” Jackie Hill Perry

Querido irmão, hoje meditaremos sobre a adoção ou conservação de valores bíblicos em meio a dois ambientes totalmente distintos: a sociedade e a igreja local. Pela misericórdia do Senhor fazemos parte de ambos que, apesar de distintos, inspiram reflexões a serem destacadas dentro de nossa filosofia bíblica de vida. Selecionamos alguns dentre os muitos valores que a bíblia sagrada nos ensina que podemos aplicar nestes dois ambientes.

How to Handle Society I don't know if you have noticed or not, but the society we live in is not very Christian-like. In fact, anymore, it is just about outright anti-Christian. It is getting harder and harder to be a part of society and be a Christian. So how do we deal with our faith and society in…

PRAY & INTRO: In Acts 19 , Luke presents Ephesus as a prime example of the difference Jesus makes. The sole object of faith that can restore us to God is Jesus, because he is God and is God’s chosen means ( Acts 19:1-10 ). The greatest miracle God does is to transform people by his Spirit to saving faith…

Scripture 1 Paul , called to be an apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, 2 Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both…

Do you remember the song entitled “The Heat is On” by Glenn Frey back in 1984 popularized by the movie “Beverly Hills Cop” starred by Eddie Murphy? It is a secular song, though what it meant somehow makes sense to our lives as christians living in a pagan country. This culture and generation is putting a lot of heat on us. To the Islam Religion, we are “infidels”. To Radical Islam, we are the most favorite target of terrorism. Though this country was founded in christianity, but our society is changing. In many ways, this country is beginning to look like Babylon. It is a country of different peoples and languages. With various cultures and religions, trying its best to stay “united”. Well, at least its name sounds “united”, “United” States of America. Only deaf ears and blind eyes could say, that the people of this nation are completely okay. The silent majority are groaning quietly. The more vocal sectors of society, are crying loudly. The leaders of the country are divided sharply. What should you do, when the heat is on you? Hang on, help is coming. Expect that God is able to deliver you. Announce your loyalty to God and Trust in Him.

Sometimes, it seems easier for Christians to abstain from voting. However, God does call us to get involved with the process. What are some issues for Christians to consider in this year's presidential election? ---Notes: https://pastormarksbury.blogspot.com/2024/10/sermon-how-should-christians-think.html ---Livestream: https://lwbcfruita.org/live ---Donations: https://www.lwbcfruita.org/give --- Watch/listen: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/10724239372872

The Israelites of Elijah's day worshiped other gods because there was no fear of God amongest them. Therefore they developed a duality of worship. Just like then, our society is doing the same thing. What action will take for God to grab societies attention today?

Did you ever think of the Bible as an answer to social problems?

1) Our duties as Christians (Titus 3: 1–2), 2) to our former condition of unbelief and sin (Titus 3: 3), 3) To our salvation through Jesus Christ (Titus 3: 4–7), and finally 4) To our mission to an unbelieving, lost world (Titus 3:8).

YouTube video: https://youtu.be/TTz-7kzo-b0 The Pharisees were willing to justify thoughts of murdering of Lazarus and Jesus to further the cause they believed was righteous. Let us not fall into the trap of letting the end justify the means. Jesus came to Jerusalem in peace, not as a warrior to enact…