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Life has purpose. You have meaning! As we discuss the spiritual battle we all face, the is part of being God’s people, we must be reminded of this truth. Life is valuable. Each person we will ever come into contact with has value and was created in the image of God. We need to have compassion. In a world…

Tension in movies… scary scenes… Leave to get ice cream, hide your face, Today's text - tension is starting to rise… anxiety is starting to build as Jesus begins the journey to Jerusalem Never planned to be like Dad… because I often saw what he lacked… but as I got up and prepared to come to church today…

Intro John Wesley was about 21 years of age when he went to Oxford University. He came from a Christian home, and he was gifted with a keen mind and good looks. Yet, in those days he was a bit snobbish and sarcastic. One night, however, something happened that set in motion a change in Wesley’s heart.…

Opening Prayer Intro I want us to think for a moment this morning as we begin our time in God’s word together, what brings you joy in life? Happiness is a fleeting feeling, but joy is something that lasts. Joy grows within us. Joy comes out of a sense of purpose. We often believe that joy comes out of…

Introduction 17 Then the seventy returned with joy, saying, “Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name.” 18 And He said to them, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven. 19 Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and…

When will these things be? The disciples asked Jesus two important questions after he had told them of the future destruction of the temple. when will these things be what shall be the sign of your coming, and of the end of the age In reply, Jesus gave them warnings about the emergence of false Christs,…

How people respond to JEsus and his message determines their spirtual joy and destiny.

Introduction (list 5 attributes of God - doesn’t matter how you say it - only you will see it) Did anyone write... omniscient - knows everything omnipotent - all powerful omnipresent - he’s everywhere loving wise holy == Those are all good and true. Did anyone write... joyful? (no problem - there are…

Have you ever met someone who just always seems to be smiling? You know the one I’m talking about.... You’re in the ridiculously long check out line at Walmart.... Why can’t they just open another register? But…instead of being annoyed like everyone else, they seem to be happy — filled with joy! You…

What was your first job? We live in a world where many people are looking for jobs and many are hiring. My first job was a janitor of a church. I mean I have done many things in my life: referee for soccer, yard work stuff for others, but the first job was janitor. My second one was working in a fast…

Introduction Good morning once again from the Pastor’s cave. I trust your couch is comfy this morning. You have your snacks, popcorn, or cheerios I hope you have your bible or favorite bible app handy. I’ll share a little about when and how we might be able to reopen at the end of our time together this…

Introduction Blessing vs. cursing depends upon our response to Jesus Christ. “Woe to you, Chorazin! Woe to you, Bethsaida! For if the mighty works which were done in you had been done in Tyre and Sidon, they would have repented long ago, sitting in sackcloth and ashes. But it will be more tolerable for…

Palm Sunday Foretold by the Prophets 9 Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your king is coming to you; He is just and endowed with salvation, Humble, and mounted on a donkey, Even on a colt, the foal of a donkey. 22 The stone which the builders rejected…

Where do we start? 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever. What do we tend to fear? The unknown…

Now is the Time Have you ever been the last one picked to play on a team? Or were you picked first to play? Not just the appointed few, the appointed (and empowered) many. There were 72. Jesus is Calling a Courageous People Another side to the Shepherd: Sending Lambs Among Wolves What is the Task? Do…

"The King is coming" is the urgent message for the world - but the king comes offering peace; while the movement announcing his coming begins with only a few, many will respond as it multiplies. Those who reject it have been warned - they are rejecting God himself. Rejoice: Jesus reveals God and offers peace with him to the weak not the wise.

Matthew 28:18-20 States for us the passage we like to title “the great commission” it reads... And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the…

At the University of California in San Diego , Dr. Vilayanur Ramachandran has spent a considerable amount of time studying Flatfish . Amazingly the experiments have shown that Flatfish use visual cues to dramatically change their appearance in order to camouflage their appearance and blend in with their…

Jeremiah visits a local pottery maker. God had promised Jeremiah his words would be revealed at the potter’s house. Pottery making was common in this era. They were multi-purpose and bio-degradable containers. God often uses common things in the world to make a point. The potter was working clay into…

Introduction Luke A physician ( Col 4:14 ) and a colleague of Paul ( 2 Tim 4:11 ). A researcher v1 Wrote 2 NT books. Theophilus Hellenists 60-70AD - Likely 60-63AD Luke was a physician ( Col 4:14 ) and a colleague of Paul ( 2 Tim 4:11 ). Luke compiled his gospel through research. (compile v1, write an…

Genesis 3:14-15 Dec 17, 1927 8 year old S class submarine conducting tests off coast of MA. 2273 Any Hope Of Rescue? Someone has said that if you could convince a man there was no hope, he would curse the day he was born. Hope is an indispensable quality of life. Years ago the S-4 submarine was rammed…

INTRODUCTION MESSAGE The Sword of the Spirit 17 And take the helmet of salvation , and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Sword Not the long “samuri” type sword. Sword - short one for up and close hand-to-hand combat. 12 For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged…

Intro: Probably one of the funniest Christmas movies ever made is “Elf”. Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn't fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform,…

Will You be Made Whole? This message uses examples from the Bible of types of healings. However, the main focus is more on the hindrances or opposition to healing. And, even more, the focus is on the thoughts, actions, and beliefs of the one that is healed. Our theme verse today is John 5:6 6 When Jesus…

God’s people have always sought to listen for the voice of God; seeing how the Word of God shows up from the Old Testament into the New Testament helps us understand the voice of God in our world today.