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FAITH: A confident trust in a reliable source (character, care, capability) to accomplish what he has said that leads to obedience. Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith we understand that the universe…

The Samaritan Woman 29 “Come, see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?” In John 4 , we read a story of Samaritan woman. Jesus had traveled through Samaria coming into a town called Sychar and had stopped at Jacob’s well. As he sat by the well, a Samaritan woman came to draw…

Hebrews 11 Introduction I hate running. with a deep seeded passion, I hate running. There are people who claim to enjoy running… I tend to think that they are liars. So naturally… because I hate running so much, I thought it would be a great idea to join the Army. You know what they do a LOT of in the…

In the midwest there had been a severe drought. The heat was oppressive, crops were failing, and the people were looking anywhere for relief. The local pastor called together the town to pray for the much needed rain. The day came and every seat was filled, the church was packed. Sitting very excitedly…

In "The Fruitful Life of Faith," we delve into the deep connection between our faith and the positive outcomes it produces in our lives. Just as a tree is recognized by its fruit, our faith is distinguished by the actions it motivates and the qualities it shapes within us. How does our faith manifest itself in our everyday lives? How does it go beyond private prayers and quiet affirmations to impact the world around us? These questions, and more, will be explored in this message.

Torah Portion: Genesis 12:1-17:27 Haftarah: Isa 40:27-41:16 Brit Chadashah: John 8:51-58 Review Torah Portion: Genesis 12:1-17:27 Haftarah: Isa 40:27-41:16 Brit Chadashah: John 8:51-58 Scriptures are ordered in a specific way to make specific sense Brit Hadoshah 18 According to their deeds, accordingly…

Introduction Last time my title was “Freedom to Serve”. In that sermon, which is still available on-line, I covered a lot of scripture and used lots of examples; some based on my own experiences, to outline what it is to serve God and the methods he uses to prepare us for service. At one point in the…

Introduction Let open our bibles to Hebrews Chapter 11. As we turn there let me pray for us this morning. 1 Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. 2 For by this our ancestors were approved. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God,…

7 for we walk by faith, not by sight. 1 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. 2 For by it the people of old received their commendation. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things…

We are to prepare for this life and the next, by faith. What kind of faith do we live by? We live by a faith grounded in the character and promises of God. It is not a blind faith, but a reasonable faith. It is not a faith that we conjure up ourselves. It is a gift that God has given each of us ( Romans…

Intro; How many here have a written will? Why do you have a written will? It protects your future and the future of your loved ones. It controls the the fact that you determine what happens to your possessions, instead of the state. A will says, “I’m not going to be here forever, and I want to put certain…

Intro : Tell me how you interpret this Scripture. John 15:13 (NKJV) 13 Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends . Love, sacrifice, selflessness, compassion, true friendship, etc.., but it also talks about the faith of a person and the testing of their faith. Faith…

Text: Judges 11 By: Samuel Lindsay Intro Greeting Judges Historical Context Judges is set against the backdrop of the continuing settlement and establishment of Israel in the Promised land. God had delivered them from Egypt and led them through the wilderness around the back of Moab and into the Promised…

Hebrews 11:17-12:2 Good morning church! We are continuing on this morning in Hebrews 11 with a message titled Faith in Action: Part 2. I’ll remind you that in chapter 11 we have a list of witnesses. We likened it last week to them giving testimony in a courtroom. Their message to the Hebrews, and to…

A couple of weeks ago Pr. Jim was talking about last words. Let’s explore this theme a little more. Here are some interesting last words: - Archimedes, a Greek mathematician, whose last words were “ Do not disturb my circles!" he said that to a Roman soldier who interrupted his geometric experiments…

8 By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place that he was to receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going. 9 By faith he went to live in the land of promise, as in a foreign land, living in tents with Isaac and Jacob, heirs with him of the same promise.…

As we continue our GOD’S NOT DEAD sermon series, we’ve seen how GOD’S NOT DEAD because He is still Transforming Lives , Helping Hurting People , and last week we saw how He is Solving People’s Problems . Today we are looking at how God is still Reconciling Relationships. Let me ask, How many you you…

Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. For by this our ancestors were approved. By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was made from things that are not visible. By faith Abel offered to God a better sacrifice…

1 Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. 3 He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature,…

When Abraham failed to love his neighbors, it was because of his FEAR of DEATH. Fear of death made him SELFISH and SUSPICIOUS of his neighbors. When the Egyptians see you, they will say, ‘This is his wife.’ Then they will kill me but will let you live. Abraham replied, “I said to myself, ‘There is surely…

Exodus 13:17-14:31 Introduction In our last Torah Portion we talked about the Plagues So the Lord said to Moses: “See, I have made you as God to Pharaoh, and Aaron your brother shall be your prophet. You shall speak all that I command you. And Aaron your brother shall tell Pharaoh to send the children…

Consider Your Circumstances Wrong ways of knowing God’s will: Inner voices Dreams “Fleeces” Misuse of Scripture Biblical principles for knowing God’s will: Begin by obeying God’s will as revealed in Scripture Prioritize faithfulness to duties Bathe decisions in prayer Gather all the information you can…

Faith Studying faith is like drinking from a spiritual fire hose. The scriptures are filled with example after example of genuine faith, failed faith, earth shattering faith, and just enough faith. No matter which category of faith or place in your faith journey you are in, God has something to say to…

This Torah Portion: Gen 25:19 - 28:9 Introduction In the previous Torah portions we talked about God calling Abraham out of his country and family We talked about the tests that Abraham faced - tests which are not passing or failing tests, but a benefit to us We also heard last two weeks how Messiah…

This Torah Portion: Genesis 18:1-22:24 Introduction 10 Steps I will make you a great nation; I will bless you And make your name great; And you shall be a blessing. I will bring the one -third through the fire, Will refine them as silver is refined, And test them as gold is tested. They will call on…