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We just finished chapter 1 with the Presentation of Members. We are presented for Ministry. The Source of Ministry is God. The Spirit of Ministry is Joy. The Suffering of Ministry is for Christ and the Churches Sake. The Scope of Ministry is Fulfilling our Purpose by Doing. The Subject of the Ministry…

Why Colossians? Scientific Age - Did Christ have a part in Creation? 16 For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: Practical Age…

Principles of the Spirit-Led Life: Enabling Grace Communion: 5 aspects of communion; #1 Proclaim 1 Corinthians 11:26 For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes……/ When you participate in communion, you are proclaiming that Jesus died and shed His…

Intro - We just had the harvest Fest. Your faithfulness helped us reach 838 people with a safe and fun time, a time when our people were able to love on 838 people, give them candy, feed them, give them Christian books, and our prayer team folks prayed with a lot of people. We have given money to help…

Colossians 2:6-7 . 6 Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, 7 rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. How is Jesus received? He is recieved by faith , as defined by Ephesians 2:8-10 . 8 For by grace you have…

INTRO ILLUSTRATION : Have you ever played tug o war? At the camp I grew up going to, it was a staple each week. One of the nights, there would be a rough and tough night with some rough and tough games. One of those games was tug-o-war. They would pull out a 50 or 60 foot rope and we would have cabins…

If you could be anyone for a day, who would you be? Would you choose to be the President of the United States? a famous musician? an athlete? etc. Most of us would want to be someone who is successful. It is important to realize that successful people did not become successful over night. A great musician…

GIVE YOURSELF TO GOD WHY? SAINTS BELONG TO GOD 3 Know that the Lord , He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture. 19 Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not…

In the OT, it is to appoint is to give an order, to command, to instruct, order or send. In the NT, it means to put in charge, to commission, to designate God Appointed Time 14 Is anything too hard for the Lord ? At the appointed time I will return to you, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall…

Thanksgiving Living We are not only in our season of thanksgiving, for many of us the feasts of thanksgiving are beginning. Feast—When I say that word I remember a family in British Colombia that used to say they were going to feast on roast beast if there was a beef roast in the oven. Feasts are community…

Always Giving Thanks Means that our lives should reflect that we are grateful for all things. Always giving thanks means that we know that what we have, what we experience, what we see, how we live, what we have, our time, talents and testimony, etcetera and etcetera, is a mindset based on a heart-set…

INTRODUCTION . “What is Thanksgiving?” . 1863 - Civil War - President Abraham Lincoln Originally on the last Thursday of the month. A few times there was a 5th Thursday. 1941 - Business owners complained to Franklin D. Rosevelt. it would hurt retailers because less time for Christmas shopping. Congress…

Isaiah 40:27-41:16 Review We continue with the new cycle of Halftarah readings The Halfarah are supplementary scriptures that go alone with the Torah Portions The third reading from the book of Genesis is named Lech Lecha. It means "go forth." The first verse says, "Now the LORD said to Abram, 'Go forth…

Mention Caleb and Taylor update For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places . Today, I have five truths for us to hold on to because... The…

In part 4 of our How to build your faith series, we explore the transformative power of gratitude as a vital key to building and fortifying our faith. Rooted in Psalm 100:4 and Colossians 2:6-7, we understand gratitude as an attitude of thankfulness, demonstrating trust in God's goodness. Gratitude becomes a catalyst for faith, offering a weapon against doubt and positively impacting mental well-being. Examining biblical examples, we see how figures like David, Paul, and even Jesus practiced gratitude in various circumstances. The message emphasizes that gratitude is a choice, essential not just in times of abundance but especially in adversity. Practical steps, including journaling and intentional thanksgiving, are explored to help cultivate gratitude in daily life.

Today, we are continuing our series called Jesus is Greater. Does anyone know what an idol is? When we think of idols we think of small statues that people worship. The truth is an idol can be anything that people place above their relationship with God. 3 “You shall have no other gods before me. This…

The Situation in Colossae Paul is arguing against those who seek fulfillment outside of Jesus Christ. Why Can I Only Find Fulfillment in Jesus? You have already acknowledged that Jesus is Lord . (v. 6-7) So then, just as you have received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to walk in him, being rooted and…

Scripture Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the…

Introduction Tonight we’re going to ask the question… Are you Spoiled? (Ill.) Question: What is the first thing that you think of when you hear the word ‘Spoiled’? I think of two things: Children & Milk. Children: Whiny, malcontent, aggravating & in need of a good whooping Milk: Sour, Stinky, not fit…

Intro I wanted to take this morning and go a little bit of a different directions as today is our annual meeting. I want to explore in greater detail what it means for the church to be a family. Imagine a traveler who finds themselves in a foreign land, far away from their own family and loved ones.…

Intro: I worry so much. I always have. It stems from my old nature. In Colossians 3:17 , we get a sense of God's vision for our lives. Here's what it is: Read: Colossians 3:17 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through…

6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— 7 not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. 8 But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to…

1 Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted. 2 Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. 3 For if anyone thinks himself to be something, when he is nothing, he…

6 So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” 7 Then Moses called for Joshua, and as all Israel watched, he said to him, “Be strong and courageous! For you will lead these…

On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men in clothes…