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622 episodes
"Sin and Err What?" The Carols of Christmas Series #3
This message from December 27th, 2020 is the final message in our Christmas Series examining popular Christmas Carols and what we can learn from comparing them to the actual Biblical birth accounts of Jesus Christ. This messages examines the po...
"Who Do You Say That He Is?" The Carols of Christmas Series #2
This message examines the Christmas Carol "What Child Is This?" by William Chatterton Dix. The title of the Hymn holds one of the most important questions of the Bible as well as a significant questions for our culture and society at large.&nbs...
"Was He Expected?" The Carols of Christmas Series #1
We start this new Christmas series by examining some of the most popular Christmas songs and Carols. We are not only looking at the history and stories behind the songs; we will also examine the scriptural significance of the words that we sing...
"Seeking in Silence" Revive us Again Sermon Series #6
This final message in our Revival series picks up where last week's message from Isaiah 6 leaves off. Throughout the Bible, God's children, are called to seek him with the promise that when we do - we will find. But what happens when we seek Hi...
"Searching and Seeking" Revive Us Again Sermon Series #5
This message looks at what it means to "seek after God". We examine Isaiah's experience from Isaiah 6 and how it might relate to our desire to "experience God's presence in our own lives" and what the results of that experience might be. From o...
"Come Alive" Revive Us Again Sermon Series #4
This message examines the strange vision given to the Prophet Ezekiel in the valley of Dry Bones and how it might relate to Revival and hope for the American Church. From Ezekiel 37:1-14
"It's On My List" Revive Us Again Sermons Series #3
A look at the Revival and Reformation that took place under King Josiah from 2nd Chronicles 34-35. Drawing parallels between what was happening in Judah before Josiah arrived and where we are today as the church in America.
"Mold Me and Make Me" Revive us Again Sermon Series #2
This message examines the concept of Reformation by looking at some historical and biblical examples. We explore how Revival and Reformation work hand in hand to bring about a life changing "awakening". From Jeremiah 18:1-6.
"Revive Us Again" The Revive Us Again Series Introduction #1
We start a new series focused on the need for Revival in our own hearts, in our churches and communities and in our nation. This introduction looks at the History of Revivals and Awakenings as well as some Biblical examples of Revival. From Jon...
"For the Sake of the Gospel" Building Bridges Not Barriers Sermon Series #7
We wrap up this sermon series by looking at some practical steps we can take to help build bridges in our personal lives and personal relationships. From Romans 14:13-21.
"Putting Hammer to Nail" Building Bridges Not Barriers Series #6
This message deal with applying the truth we have been discussing throughout this series to our everyday lives in a practical manner.
"Guidelines for Fighting Fair" Building Bridges not Barriers Series #3
Conflict is not a good or bad thing - it is a reality of life that all of us face. It is how we respond and react to conflict and division that determines if it is constructive or destructive. Sadly we have been taught and conditioned to avoid ...
"Focus on a Firm Foundation" Building Bridges not Barriers Series #2
When building a bridge one of the first and most important factors is determining the condition of the ground in which you are to build. Without a firm foundation, the strength and positioning of the bridge will always be compromised and the sa...
"Where are the Peacemakers?" Building Bridges Not Barriers Series #1
We start a new mini-sermon series entitled "Building Bridges Not Barriers" that will examine our responsibilities as followers of Christ in light of all the division and conflict going on in our Nation right now. From riots in our streets, divi...
"There is Never a New Normal"
This message examines the three short parables (groom, patches, wineskins) from Luke 5:29-39 in light of all that is going on in our culture concerning the Covid 19 Coronavirus. Using the popular buzzword "new normal" as a jumping off point we ...
"Wedding Crashers" The Parable of the Wedding Feast"
We examine Jesus's "Parable of the Wedding Feast" from Mathews gospel found in Matthew 22:1-14.
"Are You Ready?" Parable of the 10 Bridesmaids
We examine how the Parable of the 10 Bridesmaids from Matthew 25:1-13 relates to many of the current issues facing our nation and churches.
"So Close yet So Far" A Story of Two Brothers
We continue examining the "Parable of the Lost Son" or "prodigal" son this week with the focus being on the two brothers/sons and their response and attitude towards their father. From Luke 15:25-31
"The Lost Son" Parable of the Prodigal Son
We take a look at the parable of the Prodigal Son or Lost Son from a different angle and instead of focusing on the son, we focus on the father. So many Christians have a corrupted, confused or even unbiblical view of God and it effects everyth...
"Be the Light" July 4th weekend Message
In the midst of riots, protest and a pandemic; how are we supposed to celebrate July 4th and what should the Christians response be to all we see happening around us? We look at Jesus' words from the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5:14-16 as a ...
"My Dad is Stronger than your Dad" Fathers Day 2020 Sermon
A look at Psalms 128 as an encouragement to Father's and Families.
"Stepping Up and Stepping Out" The Struggle is Real Series Finale #55
We wrap up our sermon series from 1st Corinthians by examining Paul's final challenge to the church and individual believers as they strive to live out the lessons and warnings he has discussed in this important letter. While very relevant in t...
"Identifying the Open Door" The Struggle is Real Sermon Series #54
How do we know when God is opening a door or providing us an opportunity to serve Him? How do we know when an opportunity is from God? What can we expect when we step out in obedience and go "through the open door"? In his closing words to the ...