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Ruth Part 10: Crazy: An Origin Story (Ruth 4:11-12, 18-22; Genesis 38) 31:57

4d ago31:57

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The story of Boaz and Ruth is a bit of a Hallmark love story, isn't it! Yet, right at the end we get the reference to Judah and Tamar, a story of a whole different kind: deceit, manipulation, and sexual immorality. Both of these ancestors of Boaz's family brought a level of "crazy" into the family tree, and yet this is the family of tree of none ot…

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Everywhere The River Flows (Ezekiel 47:9-12) 32:52

7d ago32:52

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Everywhere the River of God flows, even through desert regions and the farthest reaches of places long dead, there will be new life! Jesus Himself gives this living water that brings His life to the world. The Gospels of Luke and John both tell stories of Jesus directing fishermen to cast their nets into the water. Though these fishermen had been u…

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The Deeper It Goes (Ezekiel 47:1-8) 32:52

18d ago32:52

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Life can flourish close to the river, so throughout history, settlements and major cities have tended to establish along rivers or estuaries. In Ezekiel 47, we see the river of God flowing from His presence out into the world. What begins as a trickle builds momentum, depth, and width: from ankle deep to knee deep, then continues to grow, from wais…

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Tend The Field (Cameron Oliver) (Proverbs 24:27, 2 Corinthians 10:15-16, Nehemiah 2:1-5) 40:29

24d ago40:29

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God is more than faithful as we step out in faith into what He is calling us to do. In Proverbs 24:27 that step of faith is into the field; for Nehemiah that step begins in prayer, then leads to a conversation with the king, and leads him all the way to from Babylon to Jerusalem. We may feel like the commission is too big, but as we prepare the fie…

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Ruth Part 9: New Life (The Redeemer And The Servant) (Ruth 4:11-16, Psalm 113:7-8) 31:38

1M ago31:38

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Like so many before and after her, Ruth had experienced relational pain. Her first husband had died, and they had not had children. In rescuing and redeeming her, God brought not only a husband, but broke the barrenness over her life as well. She was able to have a child! God brings fruitfulness and new life to us today as well, breaking barrenness…

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Ruth Part 8: A Surprise Party (Rich Ghrist) (Ruth 4:1-12) 42:48

1M ago42:48

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Boaz and Ruth want to marry each other, but Boaz has to make sure this is legally worked out with a different marriage prospect for Ruth! He picks the right time, and we too can know that God is choosing the right timing as He works on our behalf. Boaz takes full responsibility for handling this correctly. Is there going to be a cost? Yes! But ther…

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Ruth Part 7: Mutual Pursuit (Ruth 3:10-18) 42:05

2M ago42:05

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Ruth pursues Boaz and he pursues her, with much blessing and dignity. What a reflection Boaz is of Jesus' heart for the people of God, both in the way He pursues us and in the way He blesses, welcomes, and desires our pursuit of Him! The way He guards and shepherds our lives as we pursue Him in faith will stir confidence that He will do everything …

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Ruth Part 6: Hope Makes Plans (Gospel Strategies) (Ruth 3:1-9) 40:21

2M ago40:21

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Something happens when we awaken to the kindness and provision of God. Naomi recognizes Boaz's favor on Ruth and her heart that had been so stuck in grief now begins to make plans for a hopeful future. Ruth trusts Naomi's plan and takes bold initiative of her own as well. God is calling us as His people to pursue Him, not passively, but with great …

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Ruth Part 5: The Redeemer (Ruth 2:17-23) 38:52

2M ago38:52

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We are redeemed, and God has not forgotten us! Boaz's extreme generosity toward Ruth caused Naomi to take notice, and she realizes that Ruth has met one of their family redeemers. God has led Ruth right into His blessing, care, and provision. As Ruth discovers that Boaz is a kinsman redeemer for her, so too the Scriptures reveal Jesus as the Redeem…

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Ruth Part 4: Generous Grace (Ruth 2:10-16) 30:33

2M ago30:33

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Such generosity! Boaz shows Ruth great favor that baffles her. After all, they've just met; why would he do this for a foreign woman? Boaz had heard of the sacrifices Ruth made to follow God and acted graciously toward her, setting her up for success she never could have found or accomplished on her own. Like Ruth, we, once foreigners to the kingdo…

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Ruth Part 3: Coming Home (Ruth 2:1-9) 37:16

3M ago37:16

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As Ruth's story continues, she's now in Bethlehem with her mother-in-law, and not knowing anyone in a foreign land she begins to look for favor. She meets Boaz and finds great favor with him, including protection, guidance in the community, and provision. As the church we need these things as well. We need the favor of God, and our God is seeking a…

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Ruth Part 2: Contagious (Ruth 1:8-22) 35:08

3M ago35:08

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Have you ever felt like the worst evangelist ever? One of the amazing things about the story of Naomi and Ruth is how God kept drawing Ruth even as Naomi kept giving her all the reasons to turn back. God can overcome our weakness too, and use our imperfect efforts to draw people into His purpose for their life. Calloused hearts? He can soften them.…

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Ruth Part 1: It's Time To Come Home (Ruth 1:1-7) 37:31

3M ago37:31

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As the beautiful story of Ruth begins, the scene is anything but beautiful. In Bethlehem, the House of Bread, there's a famine. In their desperation, a family of four leaves the land and fields of God's Promise to go into the fields Moab. The Moabite people were considered cursed by God, but the sons of this family marry Moabite women. After traged…

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Receiving And Testing Prophecy (Acts 21:10-14, 1 Corinthians 14) 21:02

4M ago21:02

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Do you know the purpose of prophecy in the New Covenant? Does your church family cultivate a genuinely prophetic atmosphere that also builds away from manipulation? What should we do with prophetic words that may seem unclear or maybe a bit "off?" As a New Testament prophetic people of the Spirit of God, it's vital that we understand how to weigh a…

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Philippians Part 19 Embracing God's Big Family (Phil 4:21-23) 36:18

4M ago36:18

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"Everyone here sends their warm embrace to everyone there. Be sure to extend your warm embrace to one another in Christ." Paul's final words to his much loved friends in Philippi reflect the family relationship that the church is meant to enjoy. God's gracious embrace of us empowers us to extend grace to one another, in our own local church and to …

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Philippians Part 18: Grace-Giving Culture (Philippians 4:14-20) 39:02

4M ago39:02

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When we develop a culture of grace, the gospel will shape our generosity. Giving has the opportunity to become an expression of our genuine fellowship and partnership with one another, leading us to take responsibility beyond ourselves. And more than mere obligation, giving also becomes an expression of our worship; God receives it as a beautiful a…

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Philippians Part 17: The Secret (Philippians 4:10-13) 41:22

5M ago41:22

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Paul was very grateful for his friends in the church in Philippi. He rejoiced in the Lord for their pattern of support for him, and for what it revealed about their hearts. Though Paul was in prison, he had learned how to stay satisfied and fulfilled, even if his friends hadn't been able to help him. Contentment is learned, and we mature in this Go…

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Philippians Part 16: The Peace Of God (Philippians 4:2-9) 47:57

5M ago47:57

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It's easy to say, "Be anxious for nothing," but actually finding true peace is going to take some intentional focus. The good news is that God promises to help us walk in peace when we put our faith in Him. How? First, it's important that we get the frame - the Big Picture - right. In the Big Picture, our future and our present is secure in Christ.…

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Philippians Part: 15 Impossible Unity (Gabe Meek) (Father's Day) (Philippians 4:1-7) 37:11

5M ago37:11

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At the beginning of Philippians 4 Paul speaks into a relational or leadership issue between two women. He points out that they are on the same side and need to work together in the same direction. Sometimes our own interpersonal issues or ideas of how to advance God's mission can inadvertently cause division in the church, sometimes significant eno…

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Philippians Part 14: Citizens, Not Settlers (Philippians 3:12-21) 43:53

6M ago43:53

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We are not spiritual settlers who stay put, satisfied with where we are, because we have not yet 'arrived' in our faith. We press on toward our calling in Jesus, learning to live out the Citizenship we have in His kingdom. Paul encourages the church in Philippi to keep their eyes towards what is ahead rather than the sinful past - or even past succ…

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Philippians Part 13: Joy In His Righteousness (Philippians 3:5-11) (Laura Coons) 37:41

6M ago37:41

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Like people everywhere, we can get caught up worrying about our pedigree, status or qualifications. We may try to justify ourselves through all kinds of endeavors or consider ourselves righteous based on the good we've done. In Philippians 3 Paul points out that if anyone could be considered righteous through their works it would be him - what a bo…

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Philippians Part 12: Safeguard Your Faith (Philippians 3:1-4) 40:19

6M ago40:19

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Even strong church communities will face challenges to their faith, so are there safeguards we can build into our faith to help us stand firm? Paul brings this up at the beginning of Philippians 3, and we address three safeguards in the first three verses. The first is joy, a hallmark of the Christian faith. The second safeguard is being aware of l…

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Philippians Part 11: A Family On Mission (Philippians 2:19-30) (Steve Oliver) 49:38

6M ago49:38

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The New Testament talks a lot about churches, and the way Paul describes the church is wonderfully compelling. A healthy church is becoming more and more a diverse family joined together in apostolic partnership, giving themselves to the Lord. "Church" is not just a cold organization, but is made up of real people, people like Timothy and Epaphrodi…

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Philippians Part 10: Sending Sons & Daughters (Philippians 2:19-24) (Hannah Easterbrooks) 27:12

6M ago27:12

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God's heart for the Church is not that we would just stay in one place. The God who created us also created us for mission. He wants us to be built up as sons and daughters in a family and then sent out, carrying the clear mission of Christ. It takes faith to be sent, and it means learning to make our home in Christ, trusting Him. It will be costly…

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Building Us Up: Prophecy In The Church (1 Corinthians 12-14) 41:04

7M ago41:04

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How can we identify genuine prophetic ministry in the church today? Are there hallmarks in Scripture to help us evaluate this? Absolutely. Rather than leaving the church fearful and uncertain, New Testament prophetic ministry expresses the love of Christ for His people, moves us forward in faith, and builds up the whole church, encouraging, and res…

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Laying Foundations (John 20:19-31) 39:35

7M ago39:35

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No matter who you are, no matter where you are, God wants to build a sure foundation into your life. What kind of foundation is this? Whatever other distinctives we have, there are four key things that every local church is meant to build well: the foundation of grace, of family, of life in the Holy Spirit, and of mission.…

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Philippians Part 9: Shine Like Stars (Philippians 2:12-18) 21:02

7M ago21:02

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Are we called to mature in Christ? Absolutely. Are we called to do it in our own strength and ability? No. God Himself is at work in us both to will and to work in us, helping us to outwork His purpose in the earth. We are a people who shine like stars, and God is committed to helping us shine brightly and effectively. Together, we can rejoice in t…

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Philippians Part 8: Serving Our Exalted Christ (Philippians 2:5-11) 12:44

7M ago12:44

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Who is this Jesus that we worship? Is He so full of His own reputation that He's hard to be around? Is He always focused only on His own advancement? Paul's description of the attitude of Jesus reflects something different altogether. Embracing humility, even unto death. And not just any death, but death on a cross. Because Jesus was secure in the …

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So You May Believe (Easter Sunday) (John 20:1-31) 37:32

8M ago37:32

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After Jesus rises from the dead, He reveals himself to many of His disciples. For whatever reason, Thomas is not present for these first encounters, and for a full week he is hearing the claims of Jesus' resurrection, but does not believe. Thankfully, Jesus includes skeptics like Thomas! He invites Thomas to look and to touch and to believe. Jesus …

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Philippians Part 7: If... Then (Philippians 2:1-4) 31:03

8M ago31:03

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In Philippians 2 Paul makes the statement, "If there is any encouragement in Christ, consolation of love, fellowship with the Spirit, or affection and mercy then make my joy complete by being like minded, having the same love, being one in Spirit and one mind." The great thing about this is these things are true! In Christ we really do have everyth…

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Philippians Part 6: Citizens Of Heaven (Philippians 1:27-30) 38:30

8M ago38:30

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Who are we? Are we living out of our true identity as citizens of heaven? Embracing that identity together helps us to reflect Christ and His kingdom as we take on the challenges of life. Together we can courageously stand firm in one spirit, united in the gospel, and contending for the good news of Jesus Christ. In Him, our lives become a far-reac…

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Philippians Part 5: Eager Faith (Philippians 1:20-26) 38:20

9M ago38:20

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The news of Christ truly is the best news in the world! It's something to get excited about. The gospel frees us and leads our hearts towards honoring Christ, into fruitful living, and stirs eagerness to know Him more. From this flows more eagerness to move forward together in Christ, trusting our good and sovereign God. There is so much to be joyf…

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Philippians Part 4: Celebrating Gospel Advance (Philippians 1:12-19) 36:33

9M ago36:33

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Difficult things happen: in Genesis we see Joseph being sold into slavery, and in Philippians Paul is writing as a prisoner for the gospel. In God's great plan, their hard circumstances served great purpose in furthering His salvation plan. Paul says in his letter, "I want you to know..." He wants us to know that the gospel is being advanced, and t…

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Philippians Part 3: Partners In Grace (Philippians 1:3-11) 33:32

9M ago33:32

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Partnership is a beautiful thing! The partnership between Paul and the church in Philippi was a healthy one. Good partnership looks like generous care that fuels praise and thanksgiving. Genuine partnership in the Gospel will also fuel joy and devotion, and we'll find ourselves taking joy in one another as Jesus takes joy in His people. Finally, th…

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Philippians Part 2: The Book Of Joy (Philippians 1:1-2) 41:33

9M ago41:33

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Paul and Timothy are both apostolic men, but how does Paul address the church in Philippi? As a servant of Christ. The Philippians too will find their primary identity in Christ. All their other characteristics and titles in the world would flavor their distinct expressions of humanity, but Christ is the foundation. As the people of God, first and …

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Philippians Part 1: The Origin Story (Acts 16:6-15) 37:50

9M ago37:50

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In Acts 16 we find Paul trying to travel to the region of Bithynia but the Spirit of Jesus tells him no. Paul listens to the Spirit and is led instead to the Macedonian city of Philippi, where what we know as the Philippian church is founded. There he meets a woman named Lydia, and God opens her heart to the gospel. She is baptized and becomes an a…

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Culture Shift Part 4: We Need A Savior (Nehemiah 13:1-31) 40:54

10M ago40:54

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In the final Chapter of Nehemiah, we find that though the people of Jerusalem may live in a different era and culture than us today, in some ways they're really not all that different from us. They can engage in a holy moment with God and then return to their old ways once the moment has passed. The too are tempted to neglect God and His ways. Just…

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Culture Shift Part 3: Worship On Purpose (Nehemiah 12:22-47) 39:34

10M ago39:34

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In Nehemiah 12 we find God's people planning a celebration together ofwhat God has accomplished. They are also creating a strategic community of worship on purpose. Intentionality in thanking and praising God included consecration that would set them up well for celebration. The extravagant, joyful, all-inclusive worship event was exciting - and to…

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Culture Shift Part 2: Community On Purpose (Nehemiah 11:1-36) 37:46

10M ago37:46

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In Nehemiah 11 the leaders of God's people choose to stay in Jerusalem not because it was a nice city with clean neighborhoods or great amenities. It actually wasn't. They stayed because they believed in what God was building there, and their choice to stay was a choice to build. The rest of the people of God came together for a key shift that also…

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Culture Shift Part 1: Cause And Effect (Nehemiah 9:38-10:39) 38:37

10M ago38:37

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Building a culture that honors God and His Word takes time, but it's not an unrealistic, mysterious, or illusive dream. There are tangible shifts we can make in our lives, both individually and together as God's people, that help us align our real-life, day-to-day culture with God's word, character, and way of building. In Nehemiah 10, we see three…

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Incarnation Part 5: Out Of Egypt (Matthew 2:13-23) 41:30

11M ago41:30

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Herod wants him dead, so Joseph and Mary must flee with Jesus to Egypt. After his birth and subsequent dedication at the temple in Jerusalem, the first story we hear of Jesus' early life is one of an outsider. God is working a wonderful plan that will lead Jesus back into Israel and into the town of Nazareth. God is still preserving people who are …

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Incarnation Part 4: Heaven On Earth - The Christmas Story (Advent 2023) 30:18

11M ago30:18

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The Christmas story - the real Christmas story - is anything but a quiet, sanitary event. It's full of sight, sound, raw emotions, and all the smells of a 1st Century sheep town. From shepherds working the night shift where all heaven is breaking loose in the fields, to the Lamb of God lying in a manger, heaven's glory is stepping into the very rea…

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Incarnation Part 3: The One And Only (Advent 2023) (John 1:14-18) 36:22

11M ago36:22

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John's gospel introduces Jesus as the one and only Son of God, the unique glory of the Father. He's not just a son of God being born into the world, but the Son, and there is none like Him. Full of grace and truth, He is the embodiment of the Father's character, and the truth of God's covenant faithfulness is revealed and fulfilled in Christ. Throu…

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Incarnation Part 2: God In The Flesh (Advent 2023) (John 1:9-14) 36:05

11M ago36:05

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When Jesus took on human form it took a while for people to recognize Him as being God, and many never actually did. Today, it's as true as it was then that we need help recognizing and receiving God! Our fallen world still doesn't recognize it's maker, but it's only in recognizing and receiving Jesus that we become children of God. Since this has …

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Incarnation Part 1: Light In The Darkness (Advent 2023) (John 1:1-9) 39:03

12M ago39:03

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In John's Gospel he doesn't start the story with Jesus' birth, but takes us back even farther: "In the beginning was the Word..." We are introduced to Jesus as this powerful Word, eons before His incarnation and even before creation itself. Before the beginning of time, Jesus was already there. He was with God, and, mysterious as it may seem, He al…

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Together Through Christ Part 4: True Confessions (Nehemiah Part 11) (Nehemiah 9:1-37) 45:27

12M ago45:27

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"Confession is good for the soul," as they saying goes. In Nehemiah Chapter 9 we find all the Jewish people gathering together for a third time in the same month to pray and read scripture. Their gathering is marked by an openness toward God, this time with fasting rather than feasting, and grieving with one another over the sins of their people. T…

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Together Through Christ Part 3: Rediscovering Life In God's Word (Nehemiah Part 10) (Nehemiah 8:13-18) 39:10

12M ago39:10

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We all are influencing someone, whether we realize it or not. As followers of Jesus, if we embrace this influence rather than run from it, then those who are looking to us will benefit. Wise influencers and leaders will also embrace being learners of God's Word. His Word breaks us out of our "normal" routines to refocus us on Christ, His provision,…

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Together Through Christ Part 2: Gathered To God's Word (Nehemiah Part 9) (Nehemiah 7:73-8:12) 38:08

1y ago38:08

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God's culture is all about family, and of gathering that family together. The unity of the gathered church presents a beautiful image to the rest of the world. When the church gathers, we celebrate and enjoy one another, and we also intentionally gather to God's word, with time set aside to hear and understand what God is calling us to be and to do…

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Together Through Christ Part 1: Knowing And Being Known (Nehemiah Part 8) (Nehemiah 7:1-73) 39:22

1y ago39:22

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God's culture provides protection around God's people, over God's people, and among God's people. In Nehemiah 7 we discover that there are guards placed around the wall of the city, at the gates to defend from outside attack, and even people assigned to stand guard at their own homes. Who do we have guarding our own homes today? Who within the chur…

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The Wall Part 5: Focus On The Finish (Nehemiah 6:1-19) 35:04

1y ago35:04

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How can we respond well when the devil tries to distract, intimidate, and cause us to lose our moral authority through private sin? In Nehemiah 6, we learn from this man of influence how to respond well to these three enemy tactics. God has commissioned us to a great work, and what God has commissioned, God will complete. With our eyes on Jesus, we…

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