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Too good to be true Today is the first Sunday of Advent. You may know already that Advent, the 4 Sundays before Christmas are a time of preparation. We know this because we are getting our houses ready … decorating and all Spiritually we look back to how God was preparing his people for the arrival of…

This passage in Luke specifically verses 1 and 2 are a couple of the foundational verses for Christ Our Hope. Luke 10: 1-16 : The Mission of the Kingdom You know the interesting thing about Life is that God meant for it to be reproduced. This reproduction happens in several ways, whether it’s the planting…

This passage in Luke specifically verses 1 and 2 are a couple of the foundational verses for Christ Our Hope. Luke 10: 1-16 : The Mission of the Kingdom You know the interesting thing about Life is that God meant for it to be reproduced. This reproduction happens in several ways, whether it’s the planting…

Our foundation Scripture is Matthew 28:18-19 18 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, Last week we added…

Today we will be studying Acts 3 and 4, where Peter and John share the gospel with the crowds at the temple after a lame man is healed. If you notice, your Bible likely has a heading: “Peter Heals a Lame Beggar”. This is an unfortunate heading choice. Why? Well, let’s study and find out. And, while we…

Acts 4:1–13 (ESV) 1 And as they were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple and the Sadducees came upon them, 2 greatly annoyed because they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. 3 And they arrested them and put them in custody until…

14 Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens—Jesus the Son of God—let us hold fast to our confession. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in every way as we are, yet without sin. 16 Therefore,…

19 Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; 20 for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. 21 Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.…

No Other Name How significant is a name? Can the right name make a difference? A young man named James grew up in a small, remote town, but always dreamt of studying at a prestigious university in the city. Despite his excellent grades and numerous applications, he was continuously turned down due to…

Greeting Prayer Scripture Opening - Goal - Considering the Gospel Anew - ( Once more; again. In a new and different way, form, or manner, another time, afresh) Reconsider the gospel - not salvation grace, faith, Jesus, God’s glory - but the structure and focus of the message. [Be gentle] Problem with…

Introduction Last lesson in our January month theme of Pressing on to the Goal Today our lesson is Pressing On in Gratitude We often talk about the joys of the here after We can also talk about the joys of the here Three Areas Focusing on the Present Pressing onward with a Thankful Heart Be Unwavering…

Our foundation Scripture is Matthew 28:18-19 18 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, Last week we added…

Follow Me As I Follow Jesus Our foundation Scripture is Matthew 28:18-19 18 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy…

Follow Me As I Follow Jesus Last week we started our Journey Christian or Disciple? Fan or Follower You are being followed by somebody Becoming more than a “enthusiastic admirer” We talked about Customized Christianity I will serve Him BUT .... The word Christian = relates to what we believe The word…

The Power of His Name "Good morning again. Imagine for a moment you were given a key. This key is not ordinary. It has the power to open doors that no other key can open, doors that lead to freedom, healing, salvation, and countless other blessings. However, there's one condition: you must use this key…

Saturdays are game days for our kids. But, before they can play games that have to get the house chores done (something you figure out after you parents six children). The list of chores is quite extensive, and many times my boys will come to be right away in the morning and tell me, “Dad, more chores…

Intro: When I caught a mouse and faced bat When we look at the book of Acts over the next five weeks, we will see a reoccurring theme. That theme is courage. Chapter four of Acts is the continuation of the story from the lame beggar that was healed in chapter three. This part of the story is the continuation…

A Description on the life of the church and the Hope that brings

Intro: Last week we started this discussion about Christians and Government. We saw that... As God’s Special People, Our Submission to Government… Is commanded Requires proper motivation Will not be easy It is God’s Will It is an act of stewardship… Let’s look at our main passage, once again… 1 Peter…

We've come to the end of Acts and we summarised it from the perspective that it's a Spirit-empowered, boundary-crossing GROWTH story. It encourages us in our faith journey of growth, and as we boldly share the gospel.

The Christian mission mandates the Christ Event be proclaimed passionately and compassionately in the public square.

11 “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. 9 “Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and kill you, and you will be hated by all nations for My name’s sake. 23 Then He said to them all, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let…

The followers of Jesus have been confronted by bullies since the very beginnings of the church. But why? And how should we respond? Join us as we explore Acts 4, the first encounter between bullies and boldness for the church.

1 And as they were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple and the Sadducees came upon them, 2 greatly annoyed because they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. 3 And they arrested them and put them in custody until the next day,…

The believers in Acts 4 prayed that God would observe the threats of those opposed to the gospel and that he would give boldness to the believers to continue to speak the word and that he would do miracles of healing and sings and wonders in the name of Jesus. Believers today should pray for boldness…