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We live in a time when many things are being redefined. ideas of gender, relationships, etc Jesus did not redefine family. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever He and the Father are one Family is designed by God and to be honored Christ affirms family values He addressed divorce several times…

Intro When I moved to BR, I was alone and lonely. I got an apartment with a BR, Kitchen, Bath and a den area. My furniture was the back-porch furniture from my parent’s house. I guess my mom got some that was better. My kitchen table was an old cafeteria table the hospital where my dad worked threw away.…

Here are some funny things that were found on church signs: Don’t let worries kill you, let the church help. The fact that there is a highway to hell and a stairway to heaven says a lot about anticipated traffic numbers. Honk if you love Jesus. Text and drive if you want to meet Him. Historical/Cultural…

Good Morning, if you have your Bibles turn with me to Luke chapter 2 and we will begin in verse 21. Luke chapter 2. As you are making your way there, I hope that you will make it a priority to be with us on Wednesday evening as we take time to remember what Christ did for us on the Cross. We will eat…

Text - Nehemaih 9:38-10:39 Subject - Covenant Theme - Making a covenant. Thesis - God’s word caused the people to recognize their sin and their need to make a new covenant before God. Principle - In making a covenant/promise to follow Christ, you are not simply promising to keep yourself from certain…

INTRODUCTION: All who follow the Lord and live in obedience to His Word should expect to suffer contempt by the world ( 2 Ti. 3:12 ; 1 Jn. 3:13 ). 12 Indeed, all who want to live in a godly way in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 13 Do not be surprised, brothers and sisters, if the world hates you. Sadly,…

Intro: “Fifty-eight percent of people who identify as Christian do not believe the Holy Spirit is real. At least that is what the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University found in a study done in 2021. Nearly 70 percent of US adults self-identify as Christian, but many of them express…

He maketh the storm a calm, So that the waves thereof are still. The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; And he knoweth them that trust in him. I. Introduction A. It never ceases to amaze me how crazy the storms of life can be. 1. We get overwhelmed. 2. Stress steps in and causes us to…

Recap Here we are on the final piece of the Armor of God, “the sword of the Spirit”. Over the last several weeks we have gone piece by piece through the armor of God. We have fastened the belt of truth, put on the breastplate of righteousness, put on our shoes given by the gospel of piece, we have taken…

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…

Exegetical & Homiletic Point: Jesus sends out his Disciples with the Spirit to bring life through Faith. Intro We live in a world full of resurrection. People are constantly trying to resurrect nostalgia and recapture past glories. Our video games often have a “life” system where if you die, you’ll be…

INTRODUCTION New theme for month of April “The Power of the Holy Spirit” Let us not forget our annual theme of “Spiritually Mature in Truth” The Comforter “One who is called along side of with a view of helping” Two simple objectives for today Who is the Holy Spirit / Ghost / Comforter /Helper /Spirit…

We have been studying the method of relational or friendship evangelism. Last time we looked at the Master Evangelist, Jesus, and developed some principles that we can implement into our own lives. The principles of evangelism: 1. curiosity aroused; 2. problem pointed out; and then (maybe), 3. the answer…

Lupasin viime sunnuntaina että alan puhumaan hieman siitä mitä tarkoittaa olla Jumalan palvelija ja viedä meidät hieman syvemmälle Jumalan seuraamisen salaisuutta ja sitä mikä tekee Jumalan seuraajista kestäviä Miten Paavali jaksoi mennä läpi loputtomalta tuntuvien vastustusten tai miten Pietari käsitteli…

In our text this morning we are continuing to look at the Woe oracles of the prophet Amos. Amos’ uses of the word “Woe” is very significant and it has set the tone for this series of messages. “Woe”- a grievous an threatening cry by the prophets. A warning of danger and death. This is what Amos is doing…

The Importance of Counsel . Without counsel: Errors are made Where no counsel is, the people fall: But in the multitude of counsellers there is safety. The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: But he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. Without counsel: Endeavors are missed Without counsel purposes…

Knowing what it is we here at Hickory Corners Bible Church believe and how it is we operate is important. HCBC Basics is a condensed class to look at our statement of faith, and how it is we apply what we believe to our church life. This first session Introduces Basics and lays the 'basic' foundation of everything done here at Hickory Corners Bible Church. Video presentation is also at https://youtu.be/_xsicqBVp5o.

On the very first Christmas mankind was oblivious to all that was happening. Not much has changed. Many people want the celebration of Christmas. Many people look forward to the gifts and even time off of Christmas. Many retailers look forward to all the profits of Christmas, and yet the world wants…

1. His Word For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know…

Over the past several months we have taken an in depth look at some of the most important foundations of our faith. Today is the last part that every believer must come to understand when it come to our faith and a growing relationship with Christ. I am talking about obedience. Obedience is what the…

Genesis 25:19-28:9 Malachi 1:1-2:7 Review In our last Halftarah portion we spoke about Abraham and David getting old זָקֵן Grow Old = ‎ ( zā·qēn ) Strongs 2204 Abraham makes Isaac his heir and David Salomon, despite the attempts of Adoniyahu to take over Now it’s time to speak about and to the generations…

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…

Today we return to our exegetical study through the opening chapters of the book of Revelation. As a way or reminder, we are blessed, according to Chapter 1, when we read or hear the things written here. We are studying the very letters Christ wrote to His churches. He knew what was happening and what…

Over the course of the last few weeks we have seen the tremendous importance and value in having some solid foundations underneath us when it comes to our faith. How sure and firm is your faith today? We have been learning several things about the firm foundation of our faith. -The solid foundation of…

Simon the Zealot The next name given in Luke 6:15 is “Simon called the Zealot.” 15 and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alphaeus, and Simon who was called the Zealot, 4 Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed him. 18 Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and…