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I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of…

How do Christians engage the culture around them? Are we called to stand against it? To fit completely into it? Or to transform it? These three models of interaction have been advocated by various groups over the centuries, but which one is best, or is there some other approach which governs how we interact with the world? Join Graham, Stephen, and Malcolm, along with the people of Renew, to explore this important, but complex topic.

Announce Business Meeting! March 17, 2024 after Sun PM service Hand out proposed bylaw updates Who Is Paul? As we get started studying 1 Corinthians, one of the most important things we can do is learn about who the author is. 1 Paul, called by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, and our…

At Pentecost, the first sign visible to people outside that upper room was the sound of the disciples speaking in their own languages. God's purposes have never been limited to a select few, although he has always selected a few to serve him. But his goal has always been to reach the whole world. To reach a world riven by differences, we need to engage with those differences. Listen on to find out how God helps us do that.

Intro: Imagine you arrive at church today and you notice a large amount of people coming up to Pastor Stuart and offering their congrats. You begin to panic in your mind because maybe you missed an announcement. Maybe you were not listening in your previous conversation with him. You decide not to be…

Intro: Our study of Christ’s letters to the church continues today. These letters are designed to help us see His thoughts on issues. God knows, He is in control, and He is concerned about His people. Today we look at another church. It was facing some of the same things we have already covered, but…

How should Christians think about these things. Introduction If you had told me thirty years ago that the issue of my day as a 45 year old man would be that we as a collective culture can't define what a man or a woman is, I would not have believed you. If you had told me that we would have major medical…

Based on Matthew 3:7-12. Baptism requires more than water. Infanct dedication is making a commitment to raise a disciple.

Cultural Christianity…what is it? I’m sure there are several VARYING definitions - but if we were to pick one…maybe this one: SLIDE: Cultural Christianity is religion that superficially identifies itself as “Christianity” but does not truly adhere to the faith. This particular sermon is not one that…

Woman have always had a vital role in the church. Galatians 3:28 (KJV 1900) 28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female : for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. In Christ, there is neither male nor female. There is that equality there. And yet even…

Review: 1. Identifying the Inheritance of the Kingdom Identified God’s Kingdom Explained the Inheritance of God’s Kingdom 2. Identifying the Heirs of the Redemptive Kingdom Who Will and Will not Inherit the Kingdom? Paul gives us a list of 10 which is not comprehensive but specific! The first five in…

The followers of Jesus have been confronted by bullies since the very beginnings of the church. But why? And how should we respond? Join us as we explore Acts 4, the first encounter between bullies and boldness for the church.

Today we will be studying 1 Corinthians 1:10-31 . Last week, we looked at the first 9 verses of this letter. Paul began with a greeting and thanksgiving, reminding the Corinthians of his calling as a apostle, by the will of God, and then reminding them of the grace they received in Christ. He praised…

"Happy Birthday Christian Church". Based on Acts 2:14-21. Pentecost is the birthday of the Christian Church since this is the celebration of the Holy Spirit coming to be with us, just as Jesus promised. Peter began the celebration with preaching which is where we get our example of preaching in church.

When I moved to Japan, I needed an "Alien Registration Certificate" to show, ironically, that I belonged there. I certainly felt like an alien, but the real shock came when I came home to Australia and felt just as alien there! So often we feel alienated and alone, but for those who give their lives to Christ, there will always be a home: the church. Listen to Malcolm explore Ephesians 2:11-22 to find out how the church transforms humanity, and offers our only hope for peace and unity.

Introduction Good morning and welcome to this gathering of Hope Bible Fellowship. My name is Cal and I am the pastor here. If you are a guest with us or just now joining us online I want to give you a special welcome. If you would fill out one of our connection cards on the table as you leave, we’d love…

Jesus is leading you by what you see and hear. When asked, what do you see? Some get gridlocked and cannot shift from soul to spirit. When fear partners with your imagination what you see and hear is often future tripping. Future tripping. Creating imaginational situations that don’t exist. ‘What If’…

And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you…

Building on what the Lord is teaching as in this season That you’re justified/ Reconciled/Adopted/ Sanctified Then with His command to actually participate in His work Make every effort to live like you’re justified/reconciled/adopted/sanctified But what drives you to make every effort? What is the driving…

Matthew 8:5-13 kl How many of you enjoy being a dad? Go ahead, raise your hands! Thank you for being honest! And, for those of you who raised your hands, we will have a time of confession after the message. Seriously though, isn’t it great to be a parent?!? There are so many great things about being…

languages of the world, a blessing disguised as a curse. Learning any language is hard-work- struggling to learn how a new assortment of sounds should be patterned together to to communicate sounds awful to me! I have never been gifted at learning languages. I just don’t have an ear for it. I know that…

Our Scripture Lesson this morning is taken from 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:16 : So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. Give no offense to Jews or to Greeks or to the church of God, just as I try to please everyone in everything I do, not seeking my own advantage, but…

Celebration and Worship Celebration celebrations of our culture cultural symbols- trees, candles, lights, wreaths, gifts roots and distractions When was Jesus born? don’t know- not likely in winter- shepherds out in the field Maybe fall, maybe spring traditions established... People have put forward…

What is a disciple? a follower of Jesus that you have spiritual reproduced yourself in their life. One life-to a life-for life. Teaching them to observe all things that Jesus has commanded us. Disciples who make disciples who make disciples. How do you make a disciple? Follow One, Win One, Lead One.…

Intro : How do you response to gifts this Christmas? Thankfulness Care How does the giver feel when you don’t take care of the hard earned, well thought out gifts that have been given? Context: Paul is continuing to address sin in the Corinthian church and he is trying to pastor the hearts of the people…