Redemptive History
24 itemsThe unfolding storyline of Scripture from creation through new creation.
Sermons(20)
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The Significance of Feasts
April 25, 2021From the series: Light the Dark
There are seven different feasts that are celebrated by the Israelites in the Bible. We examine the significance of each and how Jesus is the fulfillment of them all.
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The Message of Hope in Revelation
February 9, 2020From the series: Kingdom Come
Today we're concluding our series, "Kingdom Come" on the major themes of the Bible. We're jumping into book of Revelation and examining the message of hope it contains.
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Egypt, the Jordan River and Forty Days
January 12, 2020From the series: Kingdom Come
We'll discover how "Out of Egypt" and "baptized in the Jordan River" and "forty days and forty nights" are connected and what on earth they are talking about. We've seen these things mentioned in the Bible about the life of Jesus.
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Kingdoms
December 29, 2019From the series: Kingdom Come
Discusses the biblical concept of kingdoms and kingship as it relates to Jesus. It begins from the Garden of Eden, tracing through the Old Testament to illustrate how God's story unfolds with a focus on kingship and God's kingdom. Emphasizes God's sovereignty and the Messiah's role in redemption and eternal life, connecting various biblical narratives to show the consistent theme of God's pursuit of humanity through Christ.
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The Passover Lamb
November 24, 2019From the series: Kingdom Come
We look at the Passover Lamb from the book of Exodus and how it gives us a foreshadowing of Jesus.
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Christmas out of the Wilderness
December 23, 2018From the series: Christmas 2018
Delves into the deeper meaning of Christmas, using the story of Jesus' early life and the biblical Exodus narrative. It highlights God's persistent pursuit of a faithful relationship with humanity, despite human waywardness. Draws parallels between Jesus' life and the Exodus, underscoring themes of faithfulness, redemption, and God's unchanging love. It invites reflection on the significance of Jesus' birth and the transformative power of God's love in the midst of human brokenness.
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Shadow Made Perfect
August 5, 2018From the series: Greater
Focuses on understanding the Old Testament as a precursor to the New Testament. It explains how the Old Testament, with its laws and rituals, serves as a "shadow" of the good things brought by Jesus Christ in the New Testament. Emphasizes that Jesus is the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies and laws, highlighting the shift from religious practices to a relationship with Christ in the New Covenant.
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What Do You Do With Temples?
July 29, 2018From the series: Greater
Focusing on Hebrews 9, discusses the symbolism and purpose of temples in the Bible. It examines how temples in the Old Testament, with their prescribed rituals and layout, were a shadow of the greater truth in Jesus Christ. Delves into the significance of the temple furniture, the role of priests, and the concept of God's dwelling among His people. It emphasizes the insufficiency of the temple rituals for salvation, pointing to Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment and mediator of a new covenant with God.
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A Better Covenant
July 22, 2018From the series: Greater
Explores the concept of the New Covenant in Hebrews 8. It contrasts the Old and New Covenants, highlighting Jesus Christ's role as the ultimate high priest and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and laws. Discusses the limitations of the Old Covenant and emphasizes the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice. It invites reflection on the transformative impact of the New Covenant and the freedom it brings in Christ.
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Finding Sabbath Rest
June 24, 2018From the series: Greater
Discusses the biblical concept of Sabbath and its significance in the Christian life. It explores the idea of rest, not as a specific day of the week, but as a state of being in Christ. Emphasizes the rest and peace found in Jesus, transcending the traditional understanding of Sabbath as merely a day. It encourages embracing the rest offered through a relationship with Christ, applicable every day.
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Where Can I Hear From God?
May 27, 2018From the series: Greater
Emphasizes how Hebrews ties Old Testament themes to Jesus Christ, illustrating the culmination of biblical teachings in Christ. It also discusses the book's authorship, historical context, and its significance in understanding and communicating Christian faith. It emphasizes the sufficiency of Christ and encourages a focus on Jesus, especially during life changes and challenges.
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I Am Ruth
March 18, 2018From the series: Ruth
Delves into the Book of Ruth's themes of tragedy, triumph, and redemption. It highlights Ruth's journey from despair to hope and aligns this with the Christian experience of finding life through spiritual death. It also explores the book's portrayal of loyalty, faith, and God's redemptive plan, culminating in the lineage of King David and Jesus Christ, emphasizing Ruth's significant role in this narrative.
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Hosea, part 1
November 6, 2016From the series: Recovery Road
Interprets the biblical story of Hosea to highlight God's persistent love and grace towards humanity despite their unfaithfulness. Emphasizes how Hosea's marriage to Gomer symbolizes the relationship between God and Israel. Underscores the idea that God's love remains steadfast even when people stray, and it demonstrates this through Hosea's journey of marrying a woman of harlotry as directed by God, reflecting His pursuit of a wayward Israel.
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God is Restoring
July 24, 2016From the series: Believe
Jesus said, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." Jesus is the key.
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God is Redeeming
July 17, 2016From the series: Believe
Discusses the theme of God's redemptive plan throughout the Bible, starting with Genesis. Emphasizes God's pursuit of humanity despite sin, highlighting the prophetic symbolism of Genesis 3:15 and the sacrificial system in the Old Testament. Connects these Old Testament themes to the New Testament, focusing on Jesus as the fulfillment of God's promise of redemption and the ultimate sacrificial lamb, bridging the gap between God and humanity.
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Bethlehem
December 6, 2015From the series: Standalone Messages
Highlights the Biblical significance of Bethlehem, focusing on its role in God’s redemption plan, as illustrated through the story of Ruth and Boaz, leading up to Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. It emphasizes the importance of faithfulness, redemption, and God’s sovereignty, encouraging believers to keep Christ at the center of their lives, especially during the Christmas season.
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The Tabernacle, Part 2
October 28, 2012From the series: The Tabernacle
Delves into the significance and symbolism of the Tabernacle in the Bible. It explores how the Tabernacle served as a dwelling place for God among His people and its role in the Israelites' worship practices.
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The Tabernacle, Part 1
October 21, 2012From the series: The Tabernacle
Explains the significance of the Tabernacle as a dwelling place for God among His people. It highlights its role in revealing God's presence, shaping Israel's identity, and foreshadowing Jesus' redemptive work. The Tabernacle served as a central place of worship and symbolized God's desire to be known and worshipped.
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Unbelievable Christmas, Part 2
December 11, 2011From the series: Unbelievable Christmas
Explores the theme of "an unbelievable journey" beginning with God's promise in Genesis 3:15. It highlights the Old Testament prophecies leading to Jesus' birth, emphasizing God's plan for a Messiah. Key prophecies from Genesis, Deuteronomy, Micah, and Isaiah are discussed, showing the fulfillment of God's promise through the lineage of Abraham, Isaac, Judah, and David, culminating in Jesus' birth.
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God Pursues
August 21, 2011From the series: Believe
Discusses God's relentless pursuit of humanity throughout history, focusing on the concept of covenant as a binding agreement between God and man. It highlights how, despite humanity's repeated rejection of God, He continues to seek a relationship with us, demonstrated through various covenants with figures like Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and ultimately, Jesus.
Blog posts(3)
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Connect Better to God With This One Truth
January 17, 2020Abraham, David, Moses, Rahab. God built his story through unlikely, ordinary people. The one truth that can change how close you feel to him.
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Hebrews 8:10- The New Covenant
May 3, 2016There is something thrilling about watching a centuries-old prophecy come true. A devotion on Jeremiah's new covenant fulfilled in Hebrews 8.
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See the Big Picture
October 9, 2012It is easy to read the Bible as a pile of separate stories and miss the one that ties them together. Seeing Jesus as the theme of the whole book.