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Who Do You Say I Am?
‘When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Simon Peter […]
The Future Is As Bright As The Promises Of God
‘“Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.” When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in […]
Loudmouth – Rock-Solid Identity
‘When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” ‘ Matthew […]
Does The Way You Live Your Life Prove That You Are A Disciple of Jesus?
There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:14 Following up on the message from last week, Our Pastor continued in the message series called “Redefining Christian.” In this message, he referenced the idea of “basic” Christian principles and how, as believers in Jesus Christ, it is easy […]
The Christian Life Is A Team Sport, There Is No Reward For Solo Flyers!
Hebrews 12:1-2 NLTTherefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by […]
By His Devine Power, God Has Given Us Everything We Need For Living A Godly Life
1 John 3:6 NLTAnyone who continues to live in him will not sin. But anyone who keeps on sinning does not know him or understand who he is. What does “to live in Him” look like? It looks like a person who knows where they are in all of this with a consistent and increasing […]
Do You Want To Be Helpful to Those Around You? Tell Your Salvation Story
Acts 9:19-21 NLTAfterward he ate some food and regained his strength. Saul stayed with the believers in Damascus for a few days. And immediately he began preaching about Jesus in the synagogues, saying, “He is indeed the Son of God!” All who heard him were amazed. “Isn’t this the same man who caused such devastation […]
Changing Your Life For The Good Requires That You Lay Your Life Down In Service To Others
Acts 4:8-12 NLTThen Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, “Rulers and elders of our people, are we being questioned today because we’ve done a good deed for a crippled man? Do you want to know how he was healed? Let me clearly state to all of you and to all the people […]
Are You Prepared To Have The Answer For Those In Need?
2 Peter 1:12 NLTTherefore, I will always remind you about these things—even though you already know them and are standing firm in the truth you have been taught. We need to be reminded constantly. We need to be in God’s word, daily. My memory is short and “stinking thinking” can creep in too fast. I […]
Do You Want to Be Productive in Your Faith? You Have All You Need to Succeed
2 Peter 1:3-4 NLTBy his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. And because of his glory and excellence, he has given […]
If You Want to Speak with Authority, Here’s How
1 Peter 1:13-15 NLTSo prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. […]