Both/And Healthy Emotions and Faith
Sometimes when we are working through emotional challenges it feels like there is a cloud hanging over our heads. We can feel stuck and frustrated. What do we do with this?
Faith That Changes Everything
When we share the Good News, there will be miracles. We can trust the Lord for the miraculous.
People don’t want just facts and information they want the reality of a changed life.
Theme: God wants to use us to perform miracles.
Text: John 14:12-14
Here’s a thought: God wants us to be witnesses, not to try and witness.
You are Wrong!
Power is necessary so that we can be witnesses. Acts 1:8 (ESV) 'But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.' Holy Spirit empowers us to bear witness, to be a witness in this world.
There are two C’s in Church
Jesus builds His church on this foundation of faith with building blocks that include: Cause (Matthew 28:16-20) and Community (Acts 2:42-47). We are on a mission to make disciples, to rescue those the enemy has captured, and to grow as a community of believers who support one another through life's challenges.
God Cannot Be Mocked
'We reap what we sow.' Explore the teachings of Galatians 6:6-10, the law of cause and effect, and the choices between sowing to the sinful nature or God's Holy Spirit.
Don’t Get Mad; Get More Than Even!
In a cruel world, we are called to Take It, Give It, and Bank It. The power of God’s love makes for a better world and a better hereafter.
Life Has Its Ups and Downs
Adversity is not a setback but a stepping stone to spiritual growth, as seen in the story of Abraham Lincoln and the disciples' journey with Jesus in Matthew 17
The God of Increase
Discover the timeless wisdom of growth and faith in the parable from Matthew 25:13-30. Just as in life, in faith, 'If it isn't growing, it's probably dead.
A Call to Fruitfulness
In John 15:15-16, Jesus declares that He chose us not just to believe but to bear lasting fruit. Explore the profound mission of the church in making disciples and spreading love through the Gospel.
What God Wants from Us
In this message, based on Luke 12:1-12, the focus is on God's pursuit of our hearts. We are urged to reveal our secrets, overcome our fears, and remain loyal to Jesus. By acknowledging Him, we receive His acknowledgment before the angels. The message emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and allowing Him into every aspect of our lives.
Significance - The Story of the Goldfish Plant
This message from Kathryn Seib explores finding significance in life, rooted in God's love, despite challenges, doubts, and unmet expectations. It emphasizes seeing others through forgiveness and understanding our purpose in bearing fruit for God.
How to Walk on Water
This message explores the story of Peter walking on water, emphasizing obedience to God's word, stepping out of our comfort zones, keeping our focus on Jesus, and seeking help when facing challenges.
Good Things Come to Those Who Wait
In Acts 1:1-14, Jesus tells His disciples to wait for the promised Holy Spirit instead of charging ahead. Waiting humbles us, breaking our self-sufficiency. Trusting the Holy Spirit brings power to live Spirit-filled lives. Eternal results depend on obedience, surrender, and reliance on God's timing and power.
The Position of the Spirit Realm
We are spirit, soul, and body. Through Jesus, death no longer reigns. Our connection to Him changes everything. Stop accepting the 'normal' and embrace the Spirit Realm's power for health and abundant life.
Sowing in Peace
This Sunday message emphasizes how we can sow seeds of peace during times of anxiety, drawing from James 3:13-18, Judges 6:11-24, and John 14:25-27. By understanding biblical Shalom as a holistic reconciliation, the message explores the Lord's role in our peaceful relationships. It highlights Jesus as the Prince of Peace and guides listeners on cultivating inner peace to spread harmony externally.
Unconditional Love
Matthew 1's genealogy reveals God's unique interest in imperfect people. From Abraham's unconventional decisions to Ruth's unexpected lineage, this passage magnifies God's acceptance of us, just as we are. Embracing our imperfections, we find solace in His unconditional love, akin to a mother's unwavering care.
New Wine and Wineskins
As we prepare to be filled with the Holy Spirit, like new wine in fresh wineskins, we encounter a transformative journey. This message unveils the steps: making ourselves available, embracing change, taking bold faith steps, and putting others first. Just as Jesus turned water into wine, our lives can be infused with the Spirit's joy, empowerment, and the ability to bless others.
Put People in Their Place
Ananias's remarkable story teaches us the power of perceiving others through God's eyes. He shifted from skepticism to obedience, from people-pleasing to divine alignment. Like a cloud briefly passing, Ananias's role demonstrates that changing viewpoints can lead to life-altering results. Just as he believed Saul could change, we too must believe in the transformative power of God, impacting lives through faith, obedience, and seeing people as God sees them.