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14 But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. 6 So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate, and she also gave some to her husband who…

His Needs, Her Needs Love Bank Differing Needs Unmet Needs God’s Design to fill those needs God’s design for love creates the greatest romances! Classic romances and fairy tail endings are wonderful. We all long to see romantic love be genuine, spontaneous, and everlasting. That’s why we say, “and they…

Last weekend we began this two-part series on What is the Church? The church is not a physical building, but a group of believers or a spiritual body, and Christ is the head of the body or church. My desire was to help us see that the Universal Church is made up of all believers and that the smaller…

What makes a leader easy to follow? Many leaders would love nothing more than to answer that question. Some leaders appear to have the best plans, the most knowledge, and ability to get things to And they were on the road, going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was walking ahead of them. And they were amazed,…

As with the other disciplines that we have discussed, submission begins with and inward focus that results in an outward reality. The key of all submission begins with the difficult, but true words of Jesus that we read a minute ago and, likewise 34 Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples…

Intro: My testimony How could the Spirit of God be living in me while I so blatantly live contrary to His unlimited power and influence? If the Holy Spirit indwells all believers, then his influence over them must be visible and apparent? In my life it was lacking. It was absent because my confession…

Biblical Doctrine: A Systematic Summary of Bible Truth (A Foretaste of Heaven) In concluding a discussion on the church, it is fitting to remember that the church provides believers with a foretaste of heaven. Though imperfect, the church represents the one place where the activities of heaven are reflected…

READ Matt 21:1-11 . The Triumphal Entry (2min) Timing: Preparation for passover bedichat chamets (cleansing) preparation of the sacrificial lamb right on time- arrangement for the donkey 1. Palm Waving Masses (7min)(v 1-5) Those gathered in fulfillment of ancient prophecy ( Dan. 9 ) 9 Rejoice greatly,…

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TEXT: NUMBERS 13:26-33 | INTENTIONAL PURSUIT OF GOD INTRO EXPLANATION : Israel had escaped Egypt God delivered them in a miraculous way Now, God’s plan for the Children of Israel was for them to enjoy the blessings of a land He had promised them. And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, Send thou men,…

Order of Service Welcome Hymn - CHRIST, FROM WHOM ALL BLESSINGS FLOW (593) Psalm Reading I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you. You who have made me see many troubles and calamities will revive me again; from the depths of the earth you will…

Philippians 2:1-11 Philippians 2:1–11 “Therefore, if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort provided by love, any fellowship in the Spirit, any affection or mercy, complete my joy and be of the same mind, by having the same love, being united in spirit, and having one purpose. Instead of being…

Philippians 1:27-30 Philippians 1:27–30 “Only conduct yourselves43 in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ so that—whether I come and see you or whether I remain absent—I should hear that44 you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind, by contending side by side for the faith of the gospel,45…

Let’s begin with a word of prayer. Heavenly Father, As we gather in your presence today, we humbly come before you with hearts open to your wisdom and guidance. We thank you for the opportunity to explore the art of healing conversations and the transformative power they hold. Lord, we invite your Holy…

Which of the Sons Are You? What is God like? Last week's readings showed that God is not fair, but gracious. Today the church is reminded that the grace of God does not give us license to sin. God doesn't want mere lip service but a broken and contrite heart that turns from sin and does the will of our…

Introduction Our parable this morning reminds me of the words of the Apostle Paul. We’ve been studying the opening chapter of Romans in our adult catechesis, and in Romans 2 Paul says this: For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but the doers of the law who will be justified.…

In Luke 6 , we see a very significant event in the ministry of Jesus, the calling of the twelve disciples. It is significant not only for the ministry of Jesus, but the significance the apostles played stretches all the way to the new heavens and then new earth. We can see this significance in the Revelation,…

Devoted to Fellowship Today we are continuing the series we are calling “Together” where we are asking the question, “What is church?” On Sunday mornings we get up, get dressed, and “ go to church .” What if God had something bigger in mind? What if we were never intended to “go to” church, or “bring…

Introduction Definition of Staying the Course The Benefits of Staying the Course How to Get Back on the Course 1. STAYING ON COURSE DEFINED St. Webster - “ To continue with a process, effort, etc., even though it is difficult. ” Remaining committed to following the teachings of Jesus Christ and deliberately…

TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 3:10-11 | DO YOU KNOW HIM P.2 INTRO EXPLANATION : Last week we rejoiced in the resurrection of Christ! We looked at the powerful hope that a risen Savior gives to us, and the promise of eternal life that comes with His resurrection! And the apostle Paul says, “I want to know Christ”…

Galatians 5:13-18 We have been going through a series looking at very carefully the relationship we have with the Holy Spirit. When we are yielded to God we can take part in what I am calling the Great Life. It is a life promised to us where we have help and guidance and love and joy and peace, as well…

Philippians 4:1-9 Philippians 4:1–9 “So then, my brothers and sisters, dear friends whom I long to see, my joy and crown, stand in the Lord in this way, my dear friends! I appeal to Euodia and to Syntyche to agree in the Lord. Yes, I say also to you, true companion, help them. They have struggled together…

Not long ago I was watching a video online about how to survive stampeding crowd. Let’s say you’re on the riverfront for thunder over Louisville, and something goes down that causes everyone to run or press in one direction. These can be very dangerous scenarios. if you fall down, you are likely to trampled.…

Matthew 25:31-42 We began last week a series on the Truth about Our Hope. We saw that Hope Motivates us to Holiness. The Hope that we see when we look at this manger scene down here on this communion table is not a coming child, but the hope of a coming king. The Christ child has already come, He has…

Philippians 2:2 Philippians 2:2 (NRSV) 2 make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Make My Joy Complete I love it when people pick up there phones and have a look at them - then they smile. You know then - that someone on the other side cared…