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Introduction This first thing we notice in this letter is that everything is positive - there are no words of condemnation - Jesus only had good things to say about this church The City The name it self means brotherly love - and as Christians we are called to have brotherly love The city of Philadelphia…

Introduction: Astronomers tell us that the light from a star takes years to reach the earth. So when a star dies it could be years before we would ever know it becasue the light form the star would keep pouring down onto the earth for years. The church at Sardis was like that. On the outside everything…

Gospel Power Things we are sometimes ashamed of: Minor (towels in the guest bathroom) Major (A serial killer in the family, working for a company that is found out to be full of fraud) This morning we look to the gospel of Jesus Christ, the gospel Paul proclaimed, the same gospel I proclaim today, and…

Introductions The hubbub of the season hurt my ankle this week got a lot done as I’m a little ahead of shopping if you’ve got some stuff done, in fact you are done, than I ask you to pray, pray for those who don’t.Tray for those who are missing it, missing this whole Christmas season. Pray for those…

Matthew 16:18 (ESV) — 18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. 18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I. A REVELATION Matthew 16:13–18…

Intro story: Yoda. Judge me by my size, do you? Our next stop on the tour of the churches of Asia Minor is Philadelphia. But this is not the Philadelphia of Pennsylvania, obviously. The name Philadelphia, as you may know, means brotherly love. It comes from the combination of two Greek words: phileo,…

Introduction July 20, 1801, devout Baptists in Cheshire, Massachusetts gathered in their Sunday finest with pails of curds for a day of worship and cheese pressing. Cheese wheel was four feet in diameter, thirteen feet in circumference, seventeen inches in height, and weighted 1,235 pounds. Transported…

Introduction Happy Resurrection Day! Today’s message is going to be centered around the Resurrection of Jesus. Let me say this: The Resurrection of Jesus is necessary to the Gospel of Jesus. It’s not enough that a man die for a cause. Martyrs die for causes - but it’s essential that the one who died…

Intro: Giving in the life of the Church is so important. It is one of the best ways to put what we know about God into practice. Some talk to much about giving and we have to question their hearts desires. Others, and I fall into this camp, talk to little about giving and leave the congregation underfeed…

(S1) — A tale of two ships (book) Which would you rather be on? (S2) — A tale of two churches One is thriving — The other is barely holding on — One has all the programs for kids…the other is overjoyed when they get one or two…One makes decisions on the fly, the other has a vision of their future…In…

Let’s Talk About God’s Church Because after all, Our sign says “Inter-Community Church of God.” Connected with Association of the Church of God in Southern California and Southern Nevada Take part in the activities of the Interstate Association of the Church of God And the National Association of the…

Life has purpose. You have meaning! As we discuss the spiritual battle we all face, the is part of being God’s people, we must be reminded of this truth. Life is valuable. Each person we will ever come into contact with has value and was created in the image of God. We need to have compassion. In a world…

Intro Things seem to control world events. Elections, wars, regulations, news. Seem to have a motivation that betrays it’s stated purpose. There’s an authority at play that seems hidden and powerful. What’s the solution? How can we respond to an destructive influence we can’t see? Paul gave the message.…

Power in Philppi Introduction Acts 15:36–41 (ESV) 36 And after some days Paul said to Barnabas, “Let us return and visit the brothers in every city where we proclaimed the word of the Lord, and see how they are.” 37 Now Barnabas wanted to take with them John called Mark. 38 But Paul thought best not…

"Wisdom and Power". Based on 1 Corinthians 1:18-25. Having access to power and the wisdom to use the power properly is awesome and available through God.

17 Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls, as those who will have to give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with groaning, for that would be of no advantage to you. Who am I obeying? leaders, in charge obey with the idea that the course of action…

Introduction Asbury. Falls Creek. Retreats. Church Services. Just a taste of what is coming in eternity. A reminder of who we are and what we are about. Experience Eternal Victory vv. 9-10 “After this...” Seeing these Jewish believers on earth - 144,000. Shift to heavenly perspective - back to throne…

The Power of the Church The power of the church is its God-given authority to carry on spiritual warfare, proclaim the gospel, and exercise church discipline Spiritual Warfare 3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but…

Introduction: 7 “And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: ‘The words of the holy one, the true one, who has the key of David, who opens and no one will shut, who shuts and no one opens. 8 “ ‘I know your works. Behold, I have set before you an open door, which no one is able to shut. I know…

The Churches of Revelation The Church That Compromised Revelation 2:18–29 (ESV) 18 “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write: ‘The words of the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like burnished bronze. 19 “ ‘I know your works, your love and faith and service and…

The ministry of Jesus was marked by: Astonishing Authority Abject Alarm Authentic Amazement In the past couple of weeks, we have looked at how Jesus’ hometown reacted to his teaching in the temple. What began with people having a favorable impression from the people who knew him very quickly devolved…

I want to begin this morning by asking you a question. I want to get a mic and have a few of you give me your feed back. Raise you hand. What Is Love in Action? Why do we say “I love you?” “I love you” is an empty phrase without a demonstration of commitment and a willingness to sacrifice with some type…

Titus 3:4–11 But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared, Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour;…

First Assembly of God Pursue God, Build His church, Reach the world…all in love. Core Values Our church values prayer, Bible study, and worship. We value community outreach and missions; paired with discipleship to grow strong believers. We put a premium on servant-driven, humble ministries such as feeding…