The Gospel
92 itemsThe good news of Christ's death and resurrection for sinners — the core message itself.
Sermons(83)
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Mark 8:27-35 - Easter Sunday 2026
April 5, 2026From the series: Standalone Messages
We tend to think too much of ourselves and too little of our God. Jesus didn't go to the cross as a victim, but as a victor—substituting His life for ours. This Easter isn't just about an event 2000 years ago; it's about the living hope that renews our hearts every single day through Christ's resurrection.
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Redeeming Love
March 15, 2026From the series: Standalone Messages
God's love is unbelievable, undeniable, and unlimited. While we create rules and systems to fix ourselves, God's love reaches down to the worst of us. Romans 5:8 shows us something extraordinary: "while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." That's not human love. That's divine, redeeming love.
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Acts 15:36-16:40 - The Unstoppable Gospel
January 25, 2026From the series: Acts: The Church on the Move
Paul became "all things to all people" for one reason: that some might be saved. Whether circumcising Timothy for ministry effectiveness or enduring persecution in Philippi, every decision served the gospel's advance. This challenges us to examine our own lives—what are we willing to do, change, or sacrifice so that others might encounter Jesus?
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Acts 10 - How God Builds His Church
December 14, 2025From the series: Acts: The Church on the Move
Acts 10 teaches that God builds His church by challenging our prejudices and expanding our vision of who belongs in His family, as Peter learned that God shows no partiality. Cornelius's devotion and prayer didn't save him—he still needed the gospel—but God honored his seeking heart by sending Peter with the message of salvation. The Jewish believers' astonishment at Gentiles receiving the Spirit reveals how God's building plan often surprises even mature believers who think they understand His ways.
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Acts 8:26-40 - Experiencing Gospel Movement
November 23, 2025From the series: Acts: The Church on the Move
Acts 8:26-40 demonstrates that gospel movements flourish when believers prioritize divine appointments over human logic, as Philip left crowds for one seeking soul on a desert road. The Ethiopian official, returning from worship yet still searching, found answers when Philip explained how the suffering servant of Isaiah 53 was Jesus. This encounter sparked the gospel's spread to Africa, proving that investing in one person's spiritual journey can impact entire continents for generations.
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Acts 3 - A Need for More
September 28, 2025From the series: Acts: The Church on the Move
Acts 3 teaches that miracles in Scripture have both power and purpose—not as ends in themselves but as signs pointing to the Messiah and the greater miracle of transformed hearts. The lame man at the Beautiful Gate represents all of us: desiring nearness to God but unable to achieve it through our own efforts. When Peter says "In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk," he demonstrates that we become conduits of God's power, not the source—pointing people to Christ, not ourselves.
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Acts 2:14-41 - The Rescue Mission
September 14, 2025From the series: Acts: The Church on the Move
Acts 2:14-41 shows Peter boldly proclaiming Christ to those who crucified Him, demonstrating there's no neutral ground—only God's grace or judgment. His sermon reveals that true transformation comes not through politics or returning evil for evil, but through surrendered hearts recognizing Jesus as both Lord and Savior. When 3,000 souls asked "What shall we do?", the answer was repent and receive the Spirit, proving that even our darkest days become emblems of celebration through the gospel's power.
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Consider the Cross
April 20, 2025From the series: Standalone Messages
The Easter message celebrates Jesus’ victory over sin and death through the cross and resurrection, offering true hope and new life. It calls us to surrender pride, trust fully in Christ’s sufficiency, and live in the freedom and joy of His finished work, knowing He alone is enough for our redemption.
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Revelation 12 - When I Feel Trapped by Spiritual Darkness
January 26, 2025From the series: Unveiled: A Study in Revelation
Revelation 12 paints a vivid picture of spiritual conflict, highlighting God’s deliverance through the gospel. Amid the enemy’s deceptions and accusations, believers are reminded of their victory through Christ’s sacrifice. This chapter inspires trust in God’s provision, encouraging steadfast faith as we live out our identity in Christ, overcoming darkness.
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How Do I Discover Enduring Peace? (Easter 2024)
March 31, 2024From the series: Standalone Messages
The resurrection of Jesus is a cornerstone of the Christian faith. In today's message we see how to discover the enduring peace we can only find in Him.
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Genesis 30 - Why We Need Shaped By The Gospel
March 10, 2024From the series: In the Beginning
If we let it, envy and jealousy has the power to destroy families and relationships. In Genesis 30, we see how envy causes all kinds of chaos and heartache in life of Jacob and his family.
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Genesis 23 - Two Gospel Lessons Before Life Passes You By
January 21, 2024From the series: In the Beginning
Abraham and Sarah are getting advanced in age, and in Genesis 23, we read about the death of Sarah. They may have started life with a pagan background, but they turned their hearts to God and chose to honor Him with their lives. It’s not how you start life that matters but how it ends.
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Genesis 4:8-26 - What Foundation are You Building Upon?
September 17, 2023From the series: In the Beginning
In Genesis 4 we see how people's actions are a reflection of their heart. If their priorities are themselves, then they treat those around them as tools or property to be used for selfish purposes. But a heart surrendered to God will seek to honor God and bless the people around them; seeing them as created in God's image and deserving of kindness and respect.
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Genesis 3:7-24 - What do I do when I mess up?
September 3, 2023From the series: In the Beginning
It didn't take long before Adam and Eve began disobeying God in the Garden of Eden. Instead of coming before God to confess their sin, they sought to hide and cover themselves up in an attempt to be presentable before God. In thinking they could work their way back into God's favor, they created the first man-made religion.
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1 Peter 1:3-8 (Easter 2023)
April 9, 2023From the series: Standalone Messages
Through the resurrection of Jesus we've been give a living hope, a new inheritance as sons and daughters of God that is eternally secure in Him.
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Romans 9:30-10:13
February 19, 2023From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors
The Apostle Paul reminds us in Romans 10 that the gift of salvation is open to all who will simply receive it. It has nothing to do with our performance but with the work Jesus accomplished for us on the cross.
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Christmas Day 2022
December 25, 2022From the series: Standalone Messages
A special Christmas message about our Savior.
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Romans 3:21-31
November 6, 2022From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors
The beginning of Romans shows us the depravity of mankind. Today’s passage begins with the two most pivotal words in the Bible, “but now.” We come to understand that the grace of Christ is where we can put our trust and faith.
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Romans 1, part 1
October 2, 2022From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors
The book of Romans is written to the city of Rome among the Roman people. And when this letter was written, it's thought of that the the church in Rome likely began in a Jewish synagogue.
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2nd Corinthians 4:1-6
May 29, 2022From the series: Jars of Clay
Explores Paul's steadfast commitment to preaching the gospel despite opposition. It highlights how Paul and Timothy reject deceitful practices, focusing instead on the open declaration of truth. Underscores the battle against spiritual blindness, emphasizing Jesus as the manifestation of God's glory and the light of the gospel.
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Why the Resurrection Matters
April 17, 2022From the series: Standalone Messages
One of the most important aspects of our faith is the Resurrection. We can have confidence that Jesus has not only defeated the power of the grave but that He did it on our behalf that we might find new life in Him. It is finished!
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Who Lives and Who Dies
March 6, 2022From the series: Esther: Such a Time as This
We've reached the point in the story where Esther will reveal that she is Jewish and put her life on the line. She exposes Haman's plot against the Jews and his desire to eliminate them.
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Marriage Troubles
January 23, 2022From the series: Esther: Such a Time as This
In Esther 1, we see King Xerxes so wrapped up in himself that he makes a drunken, foolish decision. Instead of putting his wife's needs first, he choose to demoralize and shame her. Today, we contrast this against the example of what a godly marriage should look like.
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The Resurrection
December 5, 2021From the series: Light the Dark
We examine what makes the resurrection the pivotal point in all of human history, and the hope we can discover through it each and every day.
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Burial of Jesus
November 28, 2021From the series: Light the Dark
We dive into the symbolism and fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy found in the death and burial of Jesus. We also rejoice that this isn’t the end of the story, as we know He rose from the dead.
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It Is Finished
November 21, 2021From the series: Light the Dark
What Jesus is saying to us is that the plan for which he came has now been completed. Jesus came to this world to give his life as a ransom for many. The cost for your life so that you could have a relationship with God for all of eternity. Jesus paid it all.
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Condemnation and the Gospel
May 9, 2021From the series: Light the Dark
John 8 recounts the story of the woman caught in adultery. The religious leaders were trying to trap Jesus in a legal argument, but He cuts right through it and gets to the core issue.
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The Resurrection Matters
April 4, 2021From the series: Standalone Messages
The Resurrection changed everything. Jesus became the Passover lamb and defeated the power of sin and death.
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Life Over Death
February 7, 2021From the series: Light the Dark
We're all familiar with John 3:16, but have we ever really taken the time to examine what Jesus is telling us in this section of the Bible?
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The Way of Wisdom
January 10, 2021From the series: Standalone Messages
Being wise is not just knowing what the right thing is, but it is having the resolve to do it.
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Thou Shalt Not Murder
August 2, 2020From the series: Standalone Messages
What does it mean to say, "Thou shalt not murder"? And is there more to that statement than taking of someone's life? We dive deep into this commandment.
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One Cure for Every Injustice
June 14, 2020From the series: All In
In a world that can seem evil and cruel, what brings the healing we need? We continue our discussion in 1 Peter 3 and discover....The Cure To Every Injustice.
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The Day that Changes Everything
April 12, 2020From the series: All In
Have you ever experienced a day that changed everything? A moment when you knew life would never be the same? Resurrection Sunday—the day that brought hope for all of mankind for all of eternity. The day that changes everything! We examine the most extraordinary event in all of history, and the way it touches each of us personally.
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Hope in Repentance
March 8, 2020From the series: Standalone Messages
We have a special guest speaker, Tim Conway, who spoke at this weekends Men's Retreat. We're diving into the importance of repentance and the hope we can find in it.
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Dealing with Regret
January 26, 2020From the series: Kingdom Come
We examine how to deal with life's regrets. Will your regrets lead to tragedy and death or to life and freedom in Christ?
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Greater Works of the Father
January 19, 2020From the series: Standalone Messages
We examine John 14 and learn about the "greater works" that Jesus is talking about.
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From Law to Freedom
December 1, 2019From the series: Kingdom Come
We look at the purpose of the law in the Old Testament.
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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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Beautifully Broken
October 6, 2019From the series: Kingdom Come
We look at walking naked, talking serpents and other weird things from Genesis 3. We're continuing our series, Kingdom Come, on the big themes of the Bible.
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1 John, Part 7
July 21, 2019From the series: 1 John
We look at how to examine spiritual influences in our lives, as part of our series on 1 John.
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The Power of Compassion
April 21, 2019From the series: Easter: Words from the Cross
Join us in celebrating the resurrection of our King!
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Born Again
March 3, 2019From the series: Standalone Messages
Focuses on the concept of being spiritually reborn as described in John 3. Emphasizes understanding and embracing the transformative power of being 'born again' in Christ, highlighting the need for spiritual renewal and the importance of faith in Jesus for salvation.
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Why the Resurrection Always Matters
April 15, 2018From the series: Journey to the Empty Tomb
Examines the centrality of the resurrection in Christianity. It delves into its historical and theological significance, highlighting how the resurrection is a cornerstone of Christian belief, shaping faith and life practices. Based on 1 Corinthians 15, it argues that the resurrection provides a foundation for hope, defeating death and enabling a life aligned with God's will.
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The What and Why of Easter
April 1, 2018From the series: Journey to the Empty Tomb
Explores the significance of Easter, focusing on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It delves into its historical and theological aspects, highlighting the resurrection as a foundational event in Christianity. It referencing various biblical passages, aiming to deepen the understanding of Easter's meaning and its impact on Christian faith and life.
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Gauging Your Reputation
March 11, 2018From the series: Ruth
Discusses the story of Ruth and Boaz in the context of everyday life and God’s plan. It emphasizes how God uses ordinary experiences for His purposes, and how the concept of a kinsman-redeemer in Ruth’s story is a representation of Jesus’ role in salvation. It encourages reflection on how individual actions and reputations align with God’s work and emphasizes the transformational impact of a personal relationship with Jesus.
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The Glory of God in the Face of Christ
March 4, 2018From the series: Standalone Messages
Explores the concept of spiritual enlightenment and the transformation through understanding Christ's role in revealing God's glory. It emphasizes how true religion and the new birth are beyond natural human capacity, requiring a divine miracle. It delves into the significance of Christ's sacrifice, the need for a new birth, and the impact of the Gospel on understanding and appreciating God's glory.
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Keeping an Eternal Perspective
January 21, 2018From the series: Cultural Collision
Discusses maintaining an eternal viewpoint in life. It delves into the book of Daniel 12, to explore themes of heaven, hell, and the end times. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing the Gospel message, focusing on the resurrection and the future hope it offers. It encourages listeners to live with an awareness of eternity, aligning their lives with God's greater plan.
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It Is Finished
September 17, 2017From the series: The Genius of Jesus
Discusses the significance of Jesus' crucifixion and his last words, "It is finished." It explores the fulfillment of prophecy and the symbolic timing of Jesus' death, relating it to the Jewish sacrificial system. It emphasizes Jesus' role as the ultimate sacrifice for sin, contrasting his innocence with the guilt of humanity, represented by Barabbas. It reflects on the transformative power of Jesus' sacrifice for believers and the deep spiritual meaning behind his declaration of completion on the cross.
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Christmas, Part 2
December 11, 2016From the series: Christmas 2016
Discusses the essence of peace in the Christmas story. It explores how Jesus' arrival represents peace and reconciliation between God and humanity. Highlights how Jesus, as the Prince of Peace, fulfills prophecies and brings a peace that is deeply needed by the soul. Emphasizes the importance of peace in the Christian faith and how Jesus' birth is central to this theme, bridging divides and bringing hope and restoration.
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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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Thirst
March 27, 2016From the series: Red Letter Day
In this Easter sermon, we emphasizes the significance of Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection and highlight Jesus' statements on the cross. We see how Jesus willingly gave up his life for our salvation, offering us the opportunity to drink deeply from the living water he provides.
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Forsaken
March 13, 2016From the series: Red Letter Day
Focusing on Jesus' seven statements on the cross and the eternal impact of the cross.
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Your Modeling Career
November 1, 2015From the series: Move Past
Discusses the concept of "Your Modeling Career" in a spiritual context, emphasizing how Christians are called to model their lives after Christ. It addresses the transformation that occurs when one accepts Christ, using the Apostle Paul as an example of radical change and dedication to God.
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Baptism Sunday
August 16, 2015From the series: Standalone Messages
Discusses the significance of baptism, referencing scriptural passages to explore its meaning within the Christian faith. It emphasizes baptism as a public declaration of faith, a symbolic act of dying to the old self and rising anew in Christ.
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The way God engages the world
July 19, 2015From the series: 4 things I wish you knew about God
Discusses God's engagement with the world, emphasizing that God does not hate humanity but offers salvation through Jesus Christ. It challenges common misconceptions about God's judgment, highlighting His love and the transformative power of embracing Jesus, contrasting religious condemnation with the freedom and life found in Christ.
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God Desires to Hear From His People
July 5, 2015From the series: 4 things I wish you knew about God
Emphasizes God's eagerness to communicate with His people, encouraging believers to engage in open, honest prayer. It highlights the significance of prayer as a means of fostering a deeper relationship with God, urging individuals to share their thoughts, worries, and gratitude openly with Him.
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Parents and Children
June 28, 2015From the series: Once Upon a Marriage
Discusses family roles and obedience within a Christian context, focusing on Ephesians 5 and 6. It covers the importance of husbands loving their wives, wives submitting to their husbands, children obeying parents, and parents not provoking children to anger.
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Motivated
May 31, 2015From the series: Outlasters
Emphasizes the importance of being motivated in one's faith, actively sharing and standing firm in God's truth despite challenges. Outlines Paul's teachings on using one's life for God's glory, encouraging open proclamation of the gospel, and the necessity of enduring and evangelizing with patience and dedication.
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TO/RN Lamb
April 5, 2015From the series: TO/RN
Discusses the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the pinnacle event for believers, affirming the faith's foundation on a factual, historical event. It emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection, which turned fearful disciples into bold witnesses, and underscores Christianity's basis in the person of Christ rather than abstract ideologies.
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Emmanuel
December 21, 2014From the series: Christmas Collision
Emphasizes Jesus's mission to destroy sin and the devil's work, providing life and reconciliation with God, stressing God's patience and desire for all to repent and be saved.
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God is a Cubs Fan
November 16, 2014From the series: Joy in the Broken
Discusses how contentment in Christ contrasts with the world's approach, which often revolves around external achievements and religious adherence. Paul argues for a focus on inner faith and joy in Christ, which surpasses all worldly gains and leads to true fulfillment beyond mere religious observance.
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A Messy Grace
October 19, 2014From the series: Joy in the Broken
Discusses how the grace of God operates amidst life's complexities and messes. Emphasizes that grace is present because our lives are inherently messy and broken, and God's grace is what brings transformation and redemption.
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Baptism
August 17, 2014From the series: FAQs
Explains baptism as a symbolic act of faith and not as a requirement for salvation. It distinguishes baptism from the gospel, emphasizing that salvation comes through Jesus Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, not through the act of baptism itself.
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The DNA of Alpine Bible
June 1, 2014From the series: Standalone Messages
Highlights the church's foundational beliefs and its journey. It emphasizes commitment to spiritual growth and community impact, reflecting on their beginnings and the biblical basis for our values and mission.
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Prince of Peace
December 29, 2013From the series: Isaiah 9:6
Discusses Isaiah 9:6, highlighting the titles given to Jesus: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, and Prince of Peace. It explains the significance of these titles in understanding Jesus' role as the Messiah, emphasizing His divine wisdom, strength, everlasting care, and His ultimate role in bringing peace to humanity through His sacrifice.
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Are We Free?
November 3, 2013From the series: Live Free
Examines the freedom believers have in Christ, emphasizing liberation from legalistic practices. It explores how Christ's sacrifice sets believers free from the law's bondage, highlighting the importance of faith and love in living out this freedom. Encourages believers to rely on the Holy Spirit for transformation and avoid returning to legalistic practices that cannot save. It underscores that true freedom comes from Christ's work, not human efforts.
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Identity Crisis
October 27, 2013From the series: Live Free
Discusses how believers often return to legalism and religious rules after experiencing the freedom found in Christ. It emphasizes that true freedom comes from grace and faith in Jesus, not from following the law or human efforts. Paul addresses the Galatians' struggle with this issue, reminding them that their identity is in Christ, who has freed them from the bondage of the law. He encourages them to live in the freedom of grace and not to revert to legalistic practices.
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Freedom in Faith
October 6, 2013From the series: Live Free
Emphasizes that Christ sets believers free from the constraints of religious laws, enabling a life of faith and spiritual growth. Paul contrasts living under the law with living in the freedom provided by Christ, explaining that true spiritual maturity comes from faith and the work of the Holy Spirit, not from human efforts. He encourages believers to embrace their freedom in Christ and rely on Him for both salvation and spiritual growth.
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All Up In Your Grill
September 29, 2013From the series: Live Free
Paul emphasizes the importance of standing firm in the true gospel, confronting even friends if necessary to preserve its purity. He highlights the difference between living under the law and living in the freedom provided by Christ. Paul's confrontation with Peter demonstrates the need for honest, loving correction among believers to ensure they walk in the light of the gospel and avoid returning to legalistic practices that undermine the message of grace and freedom in Christ.
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Paul's Experience
September 22, 2013From the series: Live Free
Paul shares his transformation from a strict follower of Jewish traditions to a devoted servant of Christ. He highlights his initial dependence on religious rules and human approval, which robbed him of true joy and freedom in Christ. After encountering Jesus, Paul emphasizes the importance of seeking God's approval over man's, experiencing a supernatural change that shifted his focus from external religious practices to an internal relationship with Christ, driven by grace rather than works.
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Live By Grace
September 15, 2013From the series: Live Free
Emphasizes living by grace, as discussed in Galatians. It highlights the centrality of grace in the Christian life, contrasting it with religious legalism. Paul stresses that grace, not human effort, is the foundation of salvation and spiritual growth. This grace leads to peace with God, freeing believers from the need to prove their worth.
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What is Christmas Really About?
December 9, 2012From the series: Christmas
Explores the true meaning of Christmas, emphasizing the significance of Jesus' birth. It highlights how traditions can sometimes overshadow the holiday's essence. Encourages simplifying the celebration to focus on the good news of Jesus' coming, His love, and the joy He brings. By recognizing the transformative power of Christ's arrival, believers are called to celebrate Christmas with gratitude, worship, and a deeper understanding of God's love.
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Why Did Jesus Come to Earth?
August 5, 2012From the series: FAQs
Explores the reasons behind Jesus' incarnation, focusing on God's love and desire for a relationship with humanity. It discusses God's self-sufficiency, the significance of creation, and humanity's fall into sin. Emphasizes God's plan for redemption through Jesus' sacrifice, highlighting His grief over sin and His enduring love and patience, giving time for people to repent and turn to Him.
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How Can I Live With God For Eternity?
July 15, 2012From the series: FAQs
Addresses the most critical question of having an eternal relationship with God. It emphasizes understanding God's nature, recognizing human sinfulness, and accepting Jesus' sacrifice. Highlights that eternal life is not just about avoiding hell or gaining heaven but knowing God intimately. Using passages from Romans, it underscores the significance of God's grace and the need for faith in Jesus to secure eternal life with Him.
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Unbelievable Christmas, Part 3
December 18, 2011From the series: Unbelievable Christmas
Discusses the complexities of Christmas and emphasizes the true meaning of the holiday: God's gift of Jesus to humanity. It highlights the grace and love inherent in this gift, contrasting it with the commercial pressures of the season. Encourages embracing the spiritual significance of Christmas, focusing on God's grace and the joy of receiving Jesus as the ultimate gift.
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God Saves
September 4, 2011From the series: Believe
Highlights the significance of Jesus' death and resurrection, emphasizing that the entire Bible is centered on God's pursuit of humanity and the redemption made possible through Christ.
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God Judges
August 7, 2011From the series: Believe
Discusses the consequences of sin, as illustrated in Genesis 3, where Adam and Eve's disobedience leads to the fall of humanity. It highlights how sin entered the world through deception, resulting in suffering, separation from God, and the curse that affects all of creation.
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The Passover
April 24, 2011From the series: Standalone Messages
Focuses on the significance of Easter, exploring the themes of faith, hope, and love. It recounts the story of sin entering the world through Adam and Eve, necessitating a Savior to restore humanity's relationship with God. Explains how Jesus fulfilled the role of the sacrificial lamb, paying the debt of sin and offering salvation. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus brought hope, demonstrating God's love and providing a way for believers to find eternal life through faith in Him.
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Radical
March 20, 2011From the series: Be Complete
Focuses on the supremacy and significance of Jesus Christ as presented in Colossians 1. It emphasizes how Jesus is the foundation of the church and the ultimate source of truth and salvation. Paul, writing from prison, urges the Colossians to understand and fully embrace the radical nature of Christ, His divine power, and His authority over all creation.
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Changed
March 13, 2011From the series: Be Complete
Introduces a new series on Colossians titled "Be Complete." It focuses on the transformative power of the gospel and challenges believers to live mature and complete lives in Christ. Paul, writing to the Colossian church, emphasizes the importance of truth and spiritual growth, urging believers to stand firm in their faith despite false teachings. Encourages understanding Jesus' supremacy, applying God's truth, and living out one's faith boldly while being deeply rooted in the gospel.
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Go and Learn What This Means...
December 5, 2010From the series: Standalone Messages
Focuses on the essence of Christmas as a time to celebrate the coming of Jesus, not just as a baby, but as the Savior who reconciles sinners to God. It emphasizes that Jesus came to forgive and heal those in need, reaching out to the broken and despised, like the tax collector Matthew. Highlights that Jesus calls sinners, no matter how unworthy, to follow Him, offering grace, healing, and transformation. The call to Christians is to extend that same love and hope to the brokenhearted, just as Jesus did.
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Cross Eyed (part 1)
November 21, 2010From the series: Cross Eyed
Exploring why Christians glory in the cross despite it being a symbol of suffering and death. To explain this, we examine the Day of Atonement in Leviticus, highlighting how the sacrifices, including the scapegoat, symbolized atonement for the sins of Israel. The cross of Christ is presented as the ultimate fulfillment of this system, where Jesus becomes both the sacrifice and the means of reconciling humanity to God, offering believers a way to live in alignment with His will.
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How Good is Good Enough?
August 15, 2010From the series: Standalone Messages
Explores the common belief that "good people go to heaven" and challenges it from a biblical perspective. It delves into the notion that there is no clear standard of "good" by which people can earn their way to heaven.
Blog posts(8)
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13 Concise Reasons to Believe in the Resurrection
April 11, 2020If Christ was not raised, the faith falls apart. Thirteen short, clear reasons to believe the resurrection of Jesus really happened.
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Come and See: Timeless Evangelism
February 27, 2020God hands us chances to serve him every day, but the greatest is sharing Jesus. A look at the simple, timeless invitation to come and see.
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Rescued Along The Roman Road
June 6, 2017Our next stop on the Roman Road is Romans 10:9-10 (NASB) "that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved; for with…
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Continuing On The Roman Road
May 30, 2017The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life. A devotion on Romans 6:23 and the next stop on the Roman Road.
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Walking The Roman Road
May 23, 2017All have sinned and fall short. A devotion on Romans 3:23 and the first step along the Roman Road, God's clear plan of salvation.
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Finding Love And Life In My Darkest Hour
May 4, 2017The world's most familiar verse still stuns us when we slow down. A devotion on John 3:16 and the love of God that reaches our darkest hour.
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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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Why the Gospel is Beautiful and We are without Excuse
March 1, 2016Romans 1 says God has made himself plain in all he created, leaving us without excuse. Why that truth makes the gospel all the more beautiful.