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Hard to hear Have you ever been told something that is hard to hear, hard to accept? Jesus continues with his teaching, focused on the Jews. Jesus has been on a divine journey with some great divine times of teaching along the way. Recently we have looked at: Jesus feeds the 5,000 who were obedient (6:1-15)…

More than. . . How often do you get more than you ask for or expect? Or get something you did not ask for or expect? (Truly ask the questions and wait for any possible answers) Man came with questions and left with more questions about eternal life. Woman expected water but got Living water Man expected…

We’re into our New Testament flyover series called Casket Empty, the second part of our fly over of the entire Bible. Last week I gave you, what I hope was a bit of encouragement in reminding you of three things to keep in mind as we go through this series: Don’t get frustrated by the pace. Try and see…

Most of us have experienced what happens to motorists when one of those huge graders goes to work on a highway repair job. when the machine is operating on a busy road, traffic is halted and the cars lined up in opposite directions are allowed to proceed alternately. A veteran operator of one of those…

24 Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: 25 And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. 26 And every one that…

Jesus said in 10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. So, if Jesus said that he came that we may have life and have it to the full, is it any wonder at all that God wants us to be happy. There is no wonder. Looking back at our…

“It ain’t those parts of the Bible that I can’t understand that bothers me, it is the parts that I do understand.” -Mark Twain “Christian: a decent, civilized, or presentable person.” -Webster’s Dictionary Jesus is tough ! Sometimes we don’t realize this, especially when we try to make it easy for people…

Intro Happy Mother’s Day Ladies!! Whether you are a mom now or not yet, today is about you! We have a special service planned for each of you, with an extra something special planned at the end. We are also concluding our BE series as the Sermon on the Mount is coming to an end. I hope that everyone,…

We are all on a journey . Jesus was always travelling. He is almost non-stop in his moving from one village to another in hopes to proclaiming the Good News of the Gospel. The world needs more hospitality . Martha must have had this gift because we read in our Scripture for today she welcomed Jesus in…

Describe Jesus This may be one of the hardest tasks we have a Christ followers, but it is an extremely important one. Whether or not we like it the truth is, Our view of Jesus determines our actions. What we believe Jesus said, who he is, and what he asks will determine what we do or do not do. This…

au·thor·i·ty noun 1. the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience. In Luke's writings today we will see that Jesus has BOTH the Power and Right to do these things... Our scriptures today will cover the final week of Jesus life prior to the cross… PASSION WEEK! I want us to…

Therefore Whenever you see a therefore you need to stop and ask, why is therefore there? Stop and ask what came before; Mt7:12 links Mt7:1-11 and Mt7:13-14. 12 “In everything, therefore, treat people the same way you want them to treat you, for this is the Law and the Prophets. Therefore, know your heavenly…

From Personal to personal From addressing personal relationships with each other, Jesus now changes to personal relationship with the Father. After Jesus has dealt with not be judging (discriminating) one another, nor casting pearls before pigs to helping with the right heart, attitude and not being…

Laying some groundwork Jesus has been teaching about the character and the quality of the Kingdom dweller, the influence of the kingdom dweller and the righteousness too. Now Starts a section for the rest of chapter known as the antithesis. It will all make sense as we work our way through this week…

Trusting, serving, & loving God must be our greatest treasure in life.

Every student will be like his teacher. Are you building your life on Jesus' words?

‎As God’s dearly loved children, Jesus calls us to God-centered prayer.

Jesus richly provides for all of our needs so that we may be generous to others

‎Jesus calls us to bold & persistent prayer to our trustworthy & gracious God

Being in the family of Jesus will put you at odds with the rest of humanity. (Please pardon the bad audio quality, today we worshiped in the Fellowship Hall as the Sanctuary is being prepared for re-carpeting! Our sound system isn't as advanced in the Fellowship Hall...)

We were designed for the "love of God" to frame & direct our entire life.

God's children need not fear a hostile world since their heavenly Father greatly loves them. (Please pardon the bad audio quality, today we worshiped in the Fellowship Hall as the Sanctuary is being recarpeted! Our sound system isn't as advanced in the Fellowship Hall...)

Introduction This morning we are continuing our study in the book of Mark. Throughout our study, Mark has referred to Jesus teaching His disciples, but there have been only a few examples of what He actually said. This morning, we are actually given a glimpse into Jesus’ private discussions with His…

Introduction Jesus is heading to the Cross! The Passover celebration is growing closer and closer. Jesus knows that His days on earth are numbered, and short lived. This morning we are continuing our study in the book of Mark. If you have your Bibles, turn with me to Mark 14 . Now the Passover and the…