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Importance Romans is the most complete explanation of the Gospel. In the Old Testament we have the foundations for the Gospel. In the Gospels we have the life of Christ, culminating in the death and resurrection which are the basis for good news. Acts tells of the spread of the gospel. Romans explains…

It is very easy to predict the future, but getting it right is a lot more difficult. Here are some predictions that were made about technology in the past: 1876: "The Americans have need of the telephone, but we do not. We have plenty of messenger boys." — William Preece, British Post Office. 1876: "This…

That’s the question God asked me… And as we look towards this new year… I think it is a question we all need to consider… You see… We live in a “fake” world… But what does that mean? Definitions of “Fake”: “Having a false or misleading appearance; fraudulent” (American Heritage Dictionary) “Not true,…

For many, God’s love is considered his central attribute in that all other divine attributes are but expressions of his love. Others consider God’s holiness or sovereignty to be his central attribute. Still others argue that there can be no single primary attribute. Regardless of whether one views divine…

Follow in the footsteps of Jesus, love good.

We are just finishing up our birthday season. We have Christmas, then Nancy and Grace’s birthdays are in January, and David’s and mine are in February. That makes for a lot of gifts being given in two months. The kids have been thrilled. I am looking at the house, wondering what we are going to do with…

Successful Living—God’s Way After Seeking Jesus After Salvation After Submitting to the Spirit After Sacrificing Self to God’s Will After Starting to Serve with Spiritual Gifts Strive for Success in Christian Life Perhaps better: Strive for Spiritual Success. And the best way to Spiritual Success is…

Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also. And…

How do you act? How you act reflects what you believe. What you believe stems from what you hear. So, it is application time, as mentioned before with the Romans and for us today. Paul in this teaching passage for application comes along with Christ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount. Everything is…

NCCSA Elementary Fine Art Academic Testing: Joann George (3rd) - Science 2nd Brighten Wheeler (4th) - 2nd in Math and Science Joanna Uit de Flesch (6th) - 1st History Art: Brookelyn Russel (5th) - 1st place in Mixed Media Bible Sword Drill (Team): 3rd grade - 3rd place 6th grade- 2nd place Music: 3/4…

Last week, Stephen covered “Experiencing God Though Obedience”. What is it God requires of us? Simple obedience. Our obedience reveals the relationship we have with God. But James goes on to say that our obedient faith to God without actions…is dead. Faith will bring about works. Faith is not a spectator…

1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable…

What is love? Poets, philosophers, theologians and artists have attempted for a very long time to define that four letter word. Song writers have, too. Did you know that more songs have been written about love than any other topic in the world? Here’s a few of the songs about love. The Partridge family…

Intro There is an Our Daily Bread devotion with a story about a professor of psychology who had no children of his own, Whenever the professor saw a neighbor scolding a child for something, he would say, "You should love the child, not punish him." One hot summer day the professor was repairing his concrete…

INTRODUCTION Good morning, dear friends and fellow believers. Concluding our July topic of “Be Alert and Cautious to Discern Deception”. Today, we look at an important topic – "The Cost of Compromise." Compromise, though often portrayed as a virtue Marriage In First Cor. 6 - taking a brother to court…

It has been quiet some time wince we dealt with the book of Romans. We took a break, for me to sick one week - and multiple weeks of other things. We celebrated holy week and the Resurrection of Jesus. As we get back to it - we are refocusing our attention on our own discipleship journey. Paul wrote…

Ezekiel 15:2

How big is your table? Haircut - I love thanksgiving because it is all about family! When I think about our church, I think about family! Goal from deacons - unity Thanksgiving is a time for us to come together as family! And when we do so, it’s because we love each other! So, how big is our table? Are…

The church is most healthy when everyone lovingly exercises his/her gift(s)!

Belonging What does it mean to belong? Truth: I belong because God has made me to belong. Lie: I don’t fit so I don’t belong. How do I know I belong somewhere? Feelings? Fulfillment? How do I help others feel like they belong? Invitation Genuine care Covenant People Covenant Community Three Elements…

Introduction We are in this life together. We are not to be in competition with one another. We are to be here for each other. William Barclay tells us If we are always concerned first and foremost with our own interests, we are bound to come into conflict with others. If for us life is a competition whose…

Announcements Are there any announcements? Communion Here at First Community Church, we do communion the first Sunday of every month and today is that day. We welcome everyone that has accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior to take with us in remembrance of His sacrifice and its implications. I will pray…

5 This is why I left you in Crete, so that you might put what remained into order, and appoint elders in every town as I directed you— 6 if anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife, and his children are believers and not open to the charge of debauchery or insubordination. 7 For an overseer,…

(S1) 61 yrs old — I have all the symptoms of aging. I require more hours of sleep to function well, my body aches more... Proverbs 16:31 “Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living a godly life.” Revelation — Lived more years, than I have left to live — Whats important — How I expend my energy…

14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Talk about leaning on the Lord, blessing those who persecute you. One of the hardest things to do is put away a personal attack and forgive someone who has tried to do intentional…