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In a complex world, Jesus makes it clear that there are only two paths in life to take. Find out which one leads to life in this message from Matthew 7:13-14.

Good afternoon. I want to invite you to journey with me into a moment of reflection, a moment that draws us into the heart of transformation. Picture, if you will, a small workshop aglow with the gleam of gold, the sparkle of diamonds, and the hum of creativity. Consider a piece of gold, marred by impurities…

Everyone is moving forward. Surrounded by people on a road heading somewhere. 17 Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us. 18 For many, of whom I have often told you and now tell you even with tears, walk as enemies of the cross of Christ.…

Many Christmas Scriptures There are many scriptures that are familiar in the Christmas Season 2 The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. and 6 For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. They are two of familiar Christmas passages, and they are both in the section of scriptures we…

Intro; Jesus has been giving God’s standards throughout the sermon, standards that are holy and perfect and that are opposed to the self-righteous, self-sufficient, and hypocritical standards of man—typified the scribes and Pharisees. He has shown what His kingdom is like and what its people are like—and…

Sometimes we struggle to figure out God’s will for our lives; the Bible gives us a few key principles to help whenever we wrestle with discerning the will of God.

Introduction: Introduction 13 “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. 14 For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few. 15 “Beware of false prophets, who come to you…

We have been in this series for 4 weeks now. One thing that I believe I have made perfectly clear is what is know as the Principle of the Path. That is... Your Direction Determines Your Destination What gets your attention determines your destination, and ultimately, our destination. Or here is a shorter…

If you’ve been with us the past couple of weeks - 2 weeks ago we broke into chapter 5 of Galatians... And we saw that Paul highlighted for the Galatians - the 2 paths of humanity The path of Freedom The path of Slavery That freedom - ultimately, only comes through Jesus Christ... And that the only other…

I didn’t want to be that guy! (Picture of Army Rangers) THIS IS WHERE IT HAPPENED! (Picture ofrock face) How does one loose their way? We take get caught up in what is around us… Pictures of the the beauty. Distracted by a selfie, or a ding. Distracted by people watching… that outfit is ridiculous… boy…

Big Idea of the Message: Jesus is willing to meet you where you are today yet He doesn’t want you to stay put. Looking How many of us are looking for something; We call that something happiness and it can come in many shapes or forms; And we try to fill this happiness with stuff - toys, food, alcohol,…

In today’s message, Jesus shows us that your heart can only be in one place at a time, your eyes can only focus on one thing at a time, and your life can only be devoted to one master at a time. God is a better master because God is a loving Father.

Devotion 23 Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. Prayer Announcements Weekly Theme: Word for the Week: Memory verse 8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye. 7 The works of His hands are verity…

Choose A Path Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. Beware of false prophets, which come…

Introduction Read Psalm 25:1-5 . Some time ago I was reading through Psalm 25 , and I began meditating on the ways of God. I did a little bit of study and was surprised how often this theme is repeated in the Scriptures. In Psalm 25 , David says to the Lord, “show me thy ways” Do you want to know the…

I’m learning, more and more, to appreciate the book of Proverbs. Reading it through many times over the years has cemented much of it in my mind. I’m just now starting to enjoy it a little. If you read one chapter of Proverbs a day and you’ll get through it in a month…well, the longer months, anyhow.…

IMPEDIMENTS TO PRAYER Isaiah 59:1-2 Behold, the LORD’S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear: But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear. Revival like Jonathan Edwards saw…

This morning I wanted to preach a sermon which does justice to both Father’s Day and the Second Commandment. The heart of the Second Commandment is found not simply avoiding the use of graven images in our worship, but worshipping God only in the way He has ordained in His Word. One of the ways that…

Introduction: What things do you delight in? It is spring time and the last few days have been beautiful days. It’s been wonderful to get outside and feel the breeze and smell the fresh air....unless you have allergies, and then you can strike everything I just said. Maybe you are an outdoor person and…

Introduction Today we come to the exhortation and encouragement in Hebrews 12 . He has reminded them what faith is and shown how in their history their ancestors were approved by their faith. Showing how they fixed their minds on the promises that were to come and that it was by faith that they lived.…

Prepare Christ’s path! Goal: That hearers understand confession of sins and trusting in baptismal grace as the daily rhythm of the Christian life. Grace, mercy and peace to you... For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah, saying: “The voice of one crying in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the…

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…

My son, give attention to my words; Incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them depart from your eyes; Keep them in the midst of your heart; For they are life to those who find them, And health to all their flesh. Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life. Put away…

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. INTRODUCTION Facebook, Twitter, online bible site Prov 3:5 top 5 shared Bible verse Your biggest barrier to your knowledge of the Bible is your current…

Jesus often surprised people with teachings that cut across the grain of human nature. "Lose your life to save it." "The first will be last." "The meek will inherit the earth." "Rejoice in persecution." "Pray for your enemies." "It's better to give than to receive." "Turn the other cheek." These are…