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NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live presentation…

The Problem of God’s Will Bill and John both going to same bible college, almost same identical circumstances. Both facing financial hardships. Bill: “I’m beginning to think that Bible college isn’t God’s will for me.” John: “When you came here, were you convinced it was God’s will?” Bill: “Sure, If…

God’s Providential Will Does God have an individual will for each believer? Suppose you say no: How does that view interact with Scripture? 33 Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways! If God does not have an individual…

How many of you have ever heard the phrase “The road to hell is paved with good intentions” It is a saying that has been attributed to Bernard of Clairvaux (1091—1153), but that cannot be verified. When we say, “The road to hell is paved with good intentions,” we may mean that someone meant well, but…

Paul has acknowledged the sinfulness of his carnal (fleshly) nature, and the conflict caused thereby which in turn testifies to the goodness and spirituality of the law of God. Now he treats more closely that carnality, showing specifically the real root of the difficulty and the distinction between…

Paul has acknowledged the sinfulness of his carnal (fleshly) nature, and the conflict caused thereby which in turn testifies to the goodness and spirituality of the law of God. Now he treats more closely that carnality, showing specifically the real root of the difficulty and the distinction between…

Morning 17 March 24

Sermon Series The 7 “I AM” sayings of Jesus in John’s Gospel – Good Shepherd. John 10:11 -18 . Main Preaching Theme: When we make our relationship with the shepherd central, we will find safety, salvation & unity. Main Preaching intention: I believe that the congregation will be challenged to put aside…

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,…

Reaching out Ahead of Your Journey Have you ever reached out ahead of your journey to prepare your visit? This is something which those that have a message, agenda, or reason to build ahead of time the validity of their message desire to do. One of the jobs I have enjoyed was being a Project Specialist…

Gratitude is our response of thankfulness for God’s goodness, love, provision, and grace. It is the undercurrent of all other faith practices—the well out of which they flow.

Announcements Merry Missions Merry Christmas Card Sunday Teen Christmas Party Christmas Eve Service Countdown to 2024 Rejoice Sunday Church Work “Evening” Current Events I recently received an article that highlighted the growth of “non-denominational” churches (as opposed to the decline in “denominational”…

This past week summer vacation began for many of you. I’ve seen posts already of the adventures you’ve had. Gatherings with family, etc. In fact, my younger sister was in town this past week and so for the first time in a couple of years our whole family was together. I love my family and I love being…

(S1) Frantic text from Melissa: “Dad, are you coming home for lunch? Me: Why? Do you need me? (puff-up, smile). Melissa: Yes, there’s a huge wasp in the kitchen!” Dad’s, you understand those special moments...even if they seem insignificant at the time. Psalm 127:3 “Children are a gift from the Lord;…

Context V 9 The heart is deceitful Desperately wicked KJV V 5 -8 Cursed and Blessed God gives the 2 different Trusts/faith Trusting in self trusting in God and the opposing outcomes of the person Jeremiah asks the question in V 9 because the heart is sick, and the outside looks so good The heart is a…

A life in view What are all of the best things that have happened in your life over: Your last 5 years: I came here to serve as your pastor, We have seen people be saved, recommit their lives to Jesus, and be baptized. Your last 10 years: My family grew again to 8 people, We were part of an amazing home…

When the Gospel is Not the Gospel A. Deserting the Gospel A. Deserting the Gospel 1. How sad that the Galatians were already turning to a different gospel. Galatians 1:6-8 6 I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel—…

The book of James was written to a scattered church and we are still a scattered church… have been since COVID. James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. People got used to not being in church and many have not gone back. Today…

Commander’s Intent INTRODUCTION: SET TIMER, INTRODUCE. I’m excited to be back. This month has been extremely hectic for me . -Fort Carson, Truck breaking down, 9 days at fort Carson. -God works good into it, Lindsay and the kids ended up getting a surprise trip to colorado springs. It ended up being…

Being a healthy disciple Before setting out into the world to make disciples, God desires that we are healthy enough to reproduce. The two books of God, the bible and his creation speak volumes about the method of reproduction and being healthy. Many of us, including myself, started out early with the…

We need reminders. We do not always get things right the first time. We must continue to be reminded of what we should know and do know in order to live out our faith well. Life can be exhausting. As a church we know this to be true right now. We have had a long 5 weeks hosting 4 funerals. Church we…

Scene 1/ Tide & wind can take you a long way from where you want to be, just as life can take you a long way from where you intended 2:1 A number of years ago on our holiday we decided to make use of the kayaks where we were staying and to paddle from Golden Beach to the northern tip of Bribie Island.…

Intentional Everything Jesus did was intentional, was purposed and was for the glory of the Father. Can you think of things that Jesus was intentional about? Are there things you are intentional about? Are there things you should be intentional about? Intentional - Meeting with Nicodemus Intentional…

Experience Conflict Here Paul is still focusing on wanting one thing but doing the opposite; There is within him a deep inner intention do things according to the new man inside - the follower of Christ; What verse 21 means then is this: Whenever I experience the conflict between good intention (“I would…

They had been on the road for several day. They had traveled the easiest portion of the Journey South to Bethlehem. From Nazareth, where in hope they looked anxiety straight in the eyes, and committed the journey, because encounters with Jesus do not happen by accident. Through the anxiety washed in…