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How do you measure greatness? Do you measure greatness by someones performance in something? Do you measure greatness by someones title or position? Do you measure greatness by what others think of someone? Or, do you measure greatness by what God’s word says about greatness? Oxford dictionary: (N) the…

Setting The Scene Peter James and John went up on the mountain of transfiguration The other 9 could not cast out a demon they were frustrated the scribes were arguing with them in another account we find Jesus paying Peters temple tax Jesus has told them 2ce that He was going to die on the cross Some…

For the past several weeks, we have been reading where everywhere Jesus goes, people have been asking the question, who is this man Jesus? When He calmed the storms, who is this man that even the winds and waves obey Him. When He cast the demons out, who is this man that even the spirits listen to Him…

The Purpose Fascination - Discovery - Identity - Authenticity One day, Napoleon was speaking of the Divinity of Christ; when General Bertrand said:— “I can not conceive, sire, how a great man like you can believe that the Supreme Being ever exhibited himself to men under a human form, with a body, a…

Deficient Disciples Luke 9:37-50 Have you ever been around someone who just doesn’t get it? Like your teaching them or training them on something. And no matter how many times you go over it the connection never gets made. Sometimes your spend time and it’s like two steps forward an 4 steps back. I imagine…

Big Idea: Those priveleged to be given faith must remain humble Subtitle: Our need for humility in Christ. Recap: Last week: Jesus tells them that suffering is coming. “Let these words sink into your ears: The Son of Man is about to be delivered into the hands of men.” But they did not understand this…

I. Introduction Update on life I’l be taking the new role of senior pastor at a grace called Grace Bible Church of Cedar Ridge It is in Grass Valley, California, which is about 1 hour north of Sacramento Beautiful area that we’re excited to move to And our family was welcomed well, so we’re super excited…

Introduction: Have you ever had a day where everything seemed to go wrong. You stepped out of bed right onto your new glasses. The refrigerator died. The dog did his business on your new carpet. The toilet overflowed because your kid used way too much toilet paper. Your HVAC won’t kick on. And your car…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers 2. Scripture memory 26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. Title and start Catch.. Lucien of Antioch (an early Christian believer) said, ‘A…

Balancing Love and Truth John was committed to the truth, there is no doubt about that. From the beginning we see him as a spiritually aware man who sought to know and follow the truth. When we first encounter John, both he and Andrew are disciples of John the Baptist. But like Andrew, John without hesitation…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers 2.Memory verse For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? Title What are some valuable ministry tasks people do? Chris Mueller writes "Women thought being a godly woman meant they must be a ministry speaker, write books…

I. Introduction 1. Prayers Bible memory And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. Title Catch- What do angels get to see that we do not? Angels are amazing They are said to…

Introduction This is the second week of review. Review of what we do here at our church in the area of discipleship. This morning I am going to take you once again to the passage found in Colossians 3:12-17 As many of you know, and for those of you who don’t know, I was raised a prairie boy. Right in…

What and who you listen to will influence what you do. A Power Failure 37 The next day, when they came down from the mountain, a large crowd met him. 38 A man in the crowd called out, “Teacher, I beg you to look at my son, for he is my only child. 39 A spirit seizes him and he suddenly screams; it throws…

How is your soul? We began with this question last week! Did anyone think about it? Anyone want to share the journey that God has you on with soul discovery? I am a profound thought today! We are selfish! Due to the fallen nature of our sin, we are wired to think about ourselves! We think about ourselves…

The disciples show that they have not yet absorbed the message and values of the kingdom of God.

Introduction Last week we talked about faith. Faith is believing and acting on what God says. To know what God says, you need to hear from him. Through... listening to real, biblical preaching reading the Word and mingling with the people of God - the church - church member and I talked the other day…

Anabelle and the boys not listening to her. Read We have all had the feeling before. We want to be respected, we want to be looked up to, we want others to know that we are important. There are two things that we see creeping up into the lives of the disciples, pride, and selfishness that is generated…

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…

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…

Would you take God’s Holy Word this morning and turn with me to 1 John and if you’re new in the Bible, that's back towards the end of the Bible. 1 John 2 …and in a moment we’re going to read from there. But first if you would look up here and let me ask you a question. And answer it silently, but answer…

The Power of Purpose As the pastor of a small church it is vital to build a people of faith that trust that their relationship with God is the pathway to a purposeful and fulfilling life.Our Vision is to be Purposeful in Life. Everybody has a purpose and that purpose is found in Christ. Even too we can…

The Power of Connection 46 Then there arose a reasoning among them, which of them should be greatest. 47 And Jesus, perceiving the thought of their heart, took a child, and set him by him, 48 And said unto them, Whosoever shall receive this child in my name receiveth me: and whosoever shall receive me…

We all long for greatness, for significance. Often we pursue that through competition: pulling others down or pushing ourselves up. Jesus shows us true greatness through his obedience all the way to the cross. He gives each of his followers significance by sending us with that nmessage.