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Proverbs 22:6Guest Speaker, Mike GrebenikThe post Understanding Our Uniqueness appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Corinthians 12:25Guest speaker, Mike GrebenikThe post Having Concern for One Another appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
James 1:12-18Guest speaker, Jeremy RandolphThe post Transformation through Temptation appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Mark 14:1-9Guest speaker, Jay BadryThe post Broken and Spilled Out! appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Guest Speaker, Dr. Bill Lighty
The post What Does Jesus Say About Change? appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Guest Speaker, Dr. Alex McFarland
The post Why Does the Bible Address God in Masculine Terms? appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Guest Speaker, Dr. Alex McFarland
The post Why Jesus Died on the Cross appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Romans 1:24 – 2:4Guest Speaker, Brandon AndersonThe post God Gave them Over appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 3:14-22Guest speaker, Mike ProudThe church at Laodicea had lost its distinction because it had abandoned its relationship with the Lord. The church that looks and acts like the world is useless to the Lord.The post The Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pt. 7 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 3:7-13Guest Speaker: Mike ProudThe church at Philadelphia experienced the power of God working behind the scenes. God can do anything, but do we believe that enough to act?The post The Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pt. 6 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 3:1-6Guest speaker: Dr. Mike ProudThe church at Sardis was active with what seemed like spiritual life, but the Lord identified them as being spiritually dead. Without the movement of the Holy Spirit our busyness will be just that. The post The Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pt. 5 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Isaiah 64:8Guest Speaker, Tom CrowThe post A Trip to the Potter’s House appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Matthew 8:18-22, Luke 9:57-62Guest Speaker, Dr. Bill LightyThe post No Pain, No Gain appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Mark 4:35-41Guest Speaker, Mike GrebenikThe post When our Faith is the Most Vulnerable appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Ephesians 6:4
Guest speaker, Mike Grebenik
The post How Not to Raise An Angry Child appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:7Dr. Devin KnucklesThe post The Essentials of Discipleship (pt 2) appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:5-6Dr. Devin KnucklesThe post The Essentials of Discipleship appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 2:18-29Guest Speaker: Dr. Mike ProudThe church at Thyatira was commended for a strong and growing faith but she refused to stand against sin inside the church. The healthy church must always realize life is lived in community. What affects one, affects all.The post The Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pt. 4 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 2:12-17Guest Speaker: Dr. Mike ProudMaintaining integrity means carefully following the Lord’s instructions as revealed to us in His Word.The post The Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pt. 3 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 2:8-11Guest Speaker: Dr. Mike ProudThe only preparation to persecution is a growing faith in the LordThe post The Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pt. 2 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 2:1-7Guest Speaker, Mike ProudThrough the Lord’s testimony of the Ephesian Church an honest assessment was made about the misdirected priorities which existed in this congregation. We must learn what the Lord sees as important and shape our lives to match His perspective.The post The Characteristics of a Healthy Church, Pt. 1 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Matthew 9:9-16Dr. Jeff Iorg, President of Gateway SeminaryThe post Dealing with Change at Church appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Proverbs 16:1-9 (ESV)The post We Make our Plan, God Directs our Steps appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 22:12-21Revelation is a unique book that has led to many interpretations. We focus on the main point and consider what difference this makes for us. The post The Goal of the King – Revelation appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Colossians 3:1-4In this Easter message, we consider three resurrections that are crucial to the Christian faith. The post The Three Resurrections appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
John2 & 3 John refer to truth and love throughout. We consider the relationship between these two important aspects of the Christian faith.The post Kingdom Truth and Love – 2 & 3 John appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 John 5:1-3 1 John is about loving God since He first loved us. We discover we love God with our minds, with our lives, and with our hearts. The post The Kingdom and Loving God – 1 John appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
2 PeterPeter writes this second letter knowing he is facing death. He warns about people who claim Christ will not return, and he encourages us to be ready for the coming kingdom.The post The Coming Kingdom – 2 Peter appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 1:3-91 Peter uses the terms exiles and sojourners to describe Christians. We talk about how and why to live as faithful sojourners. The post Kingdom Sojourners – 1 Peter appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
James 1:22-25James is a practical book that encourages us to live out our faith. We talk about how James is consistent with the rest of the Bible.The post Kingdom Integrity – James appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Hebrews 1:1-4
Hebrews is a powerful book that emphasizes the superiority of Jesus. We discover why Jesus is greater and why this motivates us to persevere to the end.The post The Superiority of the King – Hebrews appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
PhilemonPhilemon is a unique book that teaches us about relationships.The post Relationships and the Kingdom – Philemon appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Titus 1:1-4
Paul’s short letter to Titus encourages the churches in Crete to grow in godliness. We discover how and why to pursue good works. We consider the relationship between godliness and the Gospel.
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1 Timothy 3:16-4:5 The second letter to Timothy is a call to persevere just as Paul has finished strong. We learn how to persevere and why.The post Perseverance and the Kingdom – 2 Timothy appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Timothy 1:1-5Paul’s first letter to Timothy gives us insight into what churches and church leaders should be doing. Right thinking and right living are essential for a healthy church. The post The Kingdom and the Church – 1 Timothy appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Luke 2:8-20Guest Speaker, Brandon AndersonThe post Declared to All People appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
John 14:1-6Guest Speaker, Mikeal MilesThe post What are you Looking For? appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
John 1:14John 1:14 is one of the classic Christmas texts in the Bible. We marvel at the great mystery that the Word became flesh.The post The Word Became Flesh appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
2nd Thessalonians 2:13-172 Thessalonians continues the theme of Christ’s 2nd coming. We learn what to expect and how to be preparedThe post The King’s Return – 2 Thessalonians appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Thessalonians 4:13-181 Thessalonians is about the 2nd coming of Jesus, and each chapter points to this essential event. We discover why the King’s return is significant.The post The King’s Return – 1 Thessalonians appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Colossians 1:15-20 Colossians presents a very high view of Jesus. We discover that having a right view of Jesus and ourselves will lead to right living. The post The King of the Kingdom – Colossians appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Philippians 1:1Philippians has been called the letter of joy. We discover several keys for experiencing joy in this broken world even when our circumstances are not great. The post Kingdom Joy – Philippians appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Ephesians 4:1-6The first half of Ephesians emphasizes God’s gracious work. The second half calls us to walk worthy of all God has done. We discover both aspects are essential in the Christian faith.The post Walking Worthy of the King – Ephesians appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Psalm 67Psalm 67 gives us the big picture of missions. We learn a prayer so we develop a heart for the nations.Book recommendation: Let the Nations Be Glad – John PiperThe post Let the Nations Be Glad appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Matthew 28:18-20
Guest Speaker Bill CoxThe post I Will be With You appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Galatians 1:6-9
Galatians is about how to be right with God. We consider this crucial issue that is central to the Gospel and the Christian faith. The post Right With the King – Galatians appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
2 Corinthians 12:1-10 2 Corinthians is about suffering. We discover several lessons for how to think about suffering so we respond faithfully when we are called to suffer.The post Kingdom Suffering – 2 Corinthians appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Corinthians 1:10-18 The theme of 1 Corinthians is the importance of unity in the church. We discover why disunity is a problem, ways to become unified, and how to get motivated to pursue unity.
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Romans 1:16-17Romans provides the fullest and clearest explanation of the Christian faith. We look at four key words that help summarize the message: God, Man, Christ, and Response.The post The Kingdom & the Gospel – Romans appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Acts 1:6-11
The Book of Acts tells the fascinating story of the first church and their faithfulness to the mission. We are reminded we still have the same mission and the same powerful message.The post Kingdom Witnesses – Acts appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Genesis 1:26-27
Dr. Devin KnucklesThe post Image and Likeness appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
John 14:1-9 John’s Gospel presents a powerful story revealing Who Jesus is. We consider what it means that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.
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Luke 2:27-33 Luke’s distinct emphasis is that Jesus is the King for all. We see this theme throughout the book, and we consider what this means for us.
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Mark 1:9-20 Mark emphasizes discipleship in His Gospel. We discover several characteristics of a faithful disciple of Jesus.
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Matthew 16:13-21 Matthew emphasizes how Jesus is the One who was promised throughout the Old Testament. We discover what this means and why this matters.
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Malachi 4:1-6 Malachi is addressing the problem of complacency. We learn several “red flags” that reveal if we are complacent, and we discover how to respond faithfully.
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Zechariah 1:1-3 Zechariah is challenging, but the main points are clear. We focus on several of the promises of a future King that are fulfilled by Jesus Christ.
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Philippians 4:4-9
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Luke 16:1-13, Luke 19-31
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Haggai 1:1-7 Haggai encourages us to give attention to God’s work. We are called to prioritize God’s agenda, faithfulness, healthy motives, and God’s King.
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Zephaniah 1:1-6 Zephaniah presents God as both severe and kind. We consider how to affirm both of these truths and what difference this makes for us.
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Habakkuk 1:1-4 Habakkuk teaches us that God welcomes our honest questions. We discover that living by faith involves accepting His answers even when they are challenging.
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Nahum 1:1-7 Nahum addresses the problem of evil that God’s people experienced from Assyria. We talk about the reality of evil and the end of evil. We consider why this is both bad news and good news.
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Micah Micah emphasizes the coming judgment. However, in the midst of judgment God redeems. God’s redemption comes with power, humility, and awe.
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Obadiah
Obadiah teaches us what to do when we know God is in control, but it doesn’t feel like it. The post When It Doesn’t Seem Like He’s King: Obadiah appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Amos 1:1-2Amos emphasizes the justice of God and His expectation for his people to live righteously. While many have a distorted view of justice today, we cannot abandon this biblical value.
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Jeremiah 29:11
Dr. Dee Nyamiah WalkerThe post God has a Plan for You appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Proverbs 31:10-31 The post A Woman of Valor appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Joel 2:10-14 Joel is about the coming day of the Lord. We discover why this day is both terrible and wonderful and how we can make sure it is good news for us.
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Hosea 3:1-5 Hosea gives us a powerful picture of God’s love for His people. We look at several characteristics of this love, and we discover what this means for us.The post The King’s Love – Hosea appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Daniel 7:13-14 The first half of Daniel is fairly simple, while the second half is more challenging to understand. Yet the message of the whole book is clear: God is the King Who is in control. Believing this truth is key for living in Babylon.
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Ezekiel We focus on Ezekiel’s vision of the valley of dry bones. This story is a powerful picture of the book’s message.
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1 Corinthians 15 We consider the historical reality of Jesus’ resurrection and what this event means for us. We discover how to respond so we experience a resurrection like His.
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Lamentations 3:21-33 Lamentations is a book that is full of sorrow. Yet the poetry is structured in a way that reveals the main point is about how we can experience hope in the middle of despair. The post Kingdom Hope in Despair – Lamentations appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Jeremiah 1:4-10
The prophet Jeremiah emphasizes God’s judgment, but there is hope for future restoration throughout the book. We consider how Jeremiah points to Christ and how this applies to us.
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Isaiah 1:1-5 Isaiah is the first of the prophets we explore in this series. Like most prophets, his message is about God’s judgment and salvation. The post The Prophet and the Kingdom: Isaiah appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Song of Solomon 1:1-4
We look at the Song of Solomon and highlight the goodness of romantic love. Because God gave us this good gift, we also consider the guidelines of romantic love and how this ultimately points us to the Gospel.The post Love and the Kingdom appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Ecclesiastes 1:12-18
Ecclesiastes is a challenging book, and it emphasizes how life is challenging too. We discover how to navigate life wisely in a fallen world.
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Proverbs 1:1-7 The Book of Proverbs helps us understand wisdom, how we become wise, and the benefits of wisdom. The post Kingdom Wisdom appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Acts 2:42-47
As we celebrate our church’s 50th anniversary, we look at the values of the very first church. We highlight how we have seen these values at VGBC and how we hope to embrace these values as we look forward to the next 50 years!
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Hebrews 11:30-12:2The post God’s Redemptive Plan Throughout History appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Psalms 1:1-6 The Book of Psalms is the songbook for God’s people to express praise and lament and every other emotion. We consider several types of psalms and we explore how they point us to Christ.The post Kingdom Songs appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Job 1:8-12 The Book of Job shows us that suffering is a part of life. We discover how we can live faithfully in our suffering.The post Suffering and the Kingdom appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Esther 4:13-16 Esther is a powerful story about reversal. We look at Esther and consider how it points us to the grand story about the ultimate reversal.
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Nehemiah 1:3-11Nehemiah is about rebuilding the walls in Jerusalem, but it is also about more than a construction project. We consider what is happening behind the walls!The post Kingdom Faithfulness (Part 2) appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Ezra 1:1-5 The Book of Ezra is about the faithfulness of God as He restores His people. God’s people respond to His faithfulness with faithful worship and living.The post Kingdom Faithfulness appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Guest speaker, Gary Loudermilk Matthew7:13-14The post Choosing Between Two Paths appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Revelation 12 We look at a unique Christmas text in Revelation and discover there is more happening with Christ’s birth than we usually consider. The post Christmas in Revelation 2022 appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
2 Chronicles reveals a pattern that runs throughout the Bible and continues today. We are encouraged to figure out where we are in the pattern.
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1 Chronicles recounts the history of Israel but the author has a specific goal for his audience: Kingdom Hope. We discover how we can have Kingdom Hope.
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2 Kings reveals a pattern we see throughout the Bible. We look at this regularity and ask where we are in this pattern.
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In 1 Kings we see many of God’s promises fulfilled and we anticipate the restoration of paradise. Will the Kingdom of God be established forever or will we have to wait?
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2 Samuel 7 is an important passage for understanding the book and for understanding the Bible. We focus on the promise in this text.
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1 Samuel presents a significant contrast between David who is humble yet exalted and Saul who is arrogant and humbled. We consider what this reveals about God’s King and why this is significant for us.
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The book of Ruth reveals God is in control in difficult circumstances working through people who are faithful and kind to accomplish His plans and purposes.
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The book of Judges is about the spiritual decline of God’s people and their need for a righteous King.
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Luke 10:1-9; 21-24 Guest Speaker, Dr. Bill Cashion
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The story of Joshua demonstrates God is the King who provides victory and rest for His people. We discover what it looks like for us to live like He is the victorious King.
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A central theme in Deuteronomy is the call to obey. We talk about what obedience involves and how we can be motivated to obey.
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Numbers The Book of Numbers is about the gradual fulfillment of the promises made to Abraham. We look at the promises and discover how we can experience these blessings today.
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Leviticus This book can be challenging to read and know how to apply. We discover God is holy and He calls us to be holy. We also learn the good news that He makes us holy.
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Exodus We look at the definitive act of salvation in the Old Testament. We discover how this event reveals God’s glory and points to a greater salvation.
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Genesis 15 The story of God’s Kingdom begins with a promise. We focus on Genesis 15 and the promise made to Abraham and why we should be encouraged as we consider God’s promises.
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Genesis 1-3 This sermon is an introduction to our 66-week series covering each book of the Bible. We consider the opening chapters and we highlight four key aspects for understanding the message of the Bible: God, Man, Christ, and Response.
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Ephesians 4:17-32 Guest Speaker Chaplain Kevin Hostettler
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Judges 6:1-16
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Romans 8:1-4 Guest Speaker: Jeff Anderson
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Psalm 89:1-8
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2 Corinthians 3:12 – 4:6 Guest Speaker Mark Webb
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Guest Speaker: Mike Proud
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Guest Speaker, Dr. Bill Lighty Matthew 14:15-29
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Guest Speaker: Dr. Bill Lighty John 20:21
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Guest Speaker: Doug Lohrey Genesis 22
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Genesis 1:26-28; 2:7 & 2:15-25
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Guest speaker: Daniel Jones
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Guest speaker, Pastor David Fitzgerald
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1 Peter 1:3-5 Easter Sermon
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Daniel 9:24-27 & Matthew 21:1-11
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Guest speaker, Kevin Hostettler Deuteronomy 6:1-9
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Mark 16:1-8 In this final sermon in our series through Mark, we focus on the resurrection of Jesus. We talk about the ending of Mark’s Gospel and what this reveals about our resurrected King.
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Mark 15:33-47 In this sermon, we focus on the death and burial of Jesus. We emphasize that it happened and why it matters.
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Mark 15:21-32 In this sermon we focus on Jesus’ death on the cross. We consider the historical reality and the meaning of this event that is central to the Christian faith.
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Mark 15:6-20 In this sermon we explore some of the great ironies or mysteries surrounding the cross.
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Mark 14:66- 15:5 We are reminded God uses people who have failed. Our failure is contrasted with the faithfulness of Jesus, which is what compels us toward redemption.
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Mark 14:43-65 We look at the arrest and trial of Jesus. We come to know Him better as we look at His response and consider how we should respond.
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Mark 14:26-42 We look at the story of Jesus praying in the garden prior to His death. We explore several profound lessons from this significant event.
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Guest Speaker, Mike Proud
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Mark 14:12-25 We look at the last supper Jesus ate with His disciples, often referred to as the Lord’s Supper. We talk about how this meal points us to the past, to the present, and to the future.
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Mark 14:1-11 In this passage, we have an example to avoid and an example to follow. We are encouraged to give everything for Jesus since He has given everything for us.
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Mark 13:28-37 We continue to look at this challenging section of Mark 13, as we talk about Christ’s 2nd coming and the call to stay awake.
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Mark 13:14-27 This passage is challenging to interpret, yet it is important for us to rightly understand so we are on guard and prepared when Christ returns “in clouds with great power and glory.”
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Matthew 28:16-20
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2 Kings 5:1-14 In this passage from 2 Kings 5, we see God’s hand in three unexpected things that happen in the life of Naaman.
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Matthew 2:1-16 In this Christmas sermon, we consider the three responses to Jesus’ birth. We talk about how we see these same three responses today.
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Acts 18:1-11 In this sermon we focus on Paul’s time in Corinth. We discover several important lessons for how the Christian faith can advance through us
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Acts 17:16-34 In this sermon, we focus on Paul’s time in Athens. We discover several keys for making God known so the Christian faith advances.
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Acts 17:1-15 In this sermon, we continue following in the steps of Paul through Greece. We discover several important lessons about experiencing opposition and the importance of God’s Word.
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Acts 16:11-34 In this unique sermon, we begin to follow in the steps of Paul through Greece. We focus on his time in Philippi and we discover several keys for advancing the Christian faith.
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Guest Speaker Dr. Devin Knuckles
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Guest Speaker Chaplain Kevin Hostettler
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Romans 3:21-25 We celebrate the biblical truths that were recovered during the Protestant Reformation. We highlight the five solas: Scripture Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, Faith Alone, and God’s Glory Alone.
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Mark 13:1-13 Jesus warns his disciples about the significant challenges they will face, but he focuses on how they can be faithful. We focus on these commands from Jesus so we endure to the end.
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Mark 12:38-44 We look at the story of the woman who gave everything. We are given an example to avoid and an example to follow. We discover how this story points to another story of someone who gave everything.
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Mark 12:28-34 We look at the greatest and second greatest commandments. We also consider what was missing in the man’s life that caused Jesus to say he was not far from the kingdom of God.
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Mark 12:18-27 In this sermon we talk about life after death, resurrection, and Heaven. We seek to answer some challenging questions we all have about these important topics.
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Mark 12:13-17 We look at one of the most well-known and influential statements of Jesus, and we talk about what it means for us to render to Cesar the things that are Caesar’s.
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Mark 12:1-12 In this sermon we look at one of the few parables in Mark’s Gospel. We see God’s patience, love, and His judgment.
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Mark 11:23-33 We discover Jesus has all authority. This truth should cause us to have great faith, do great things, and pray great prayers.
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Mark 11:12-21 In this sermon, we look at the stories of Jesus cursing a tree and cleansing the temple. We learn we are called to bear fruit for the nations for Christ!
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Mark 11:1-11 As we look at the story of Jesus entering into Jerusalem, we discover several important characteristics about Him. He is the Lion and the Lamb. He is the Alpha and the Omega.
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Mark 10:46-52 In this sermon we learn from a man who was blind. We consider why Jesus stopped for him.
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Acts 2:42-47 In this sermon, we return to our church’s mission statement. Our mission is to make disciples and we believe you will grow as a disciple if you worship, connect, serve, and impact.
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Mark 10:32-45 In this sermon we discover Jesus came to serve to provide an example and to provide more than an example.
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Mark 10:17-31 In this powerful story about a rich, young ruler, we see the heart of the gospel and the Christian faith. We discover faith is difficult and challenging and yet it is simple.
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Mark 10:13-16 We are encouraged to value children in the church and in the home. Also we talk about what we can learn from children and what it means to have childlike faith.
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Mark 10:1-12 In this sermon we address marriage and divorce. Jesus takes us back to the beginning and reminds us of God’s good design in marriage.
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Guest speaker, Dr. Devin Knuckles
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Psalm 23 Guest speaker: Devin Knuckles
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Mark 9:42-50 In this sermon we address a couple of topics that are challenging and often unpopular: sin and hell. We are reminded it is good for us to hear from all of God’s Word.
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Mark 9:30-41 In this sermon we talk about greatness. We learn what greatness looks like in the Kingdom of God, and we are reminded it is different from the way we normally think of greatness.
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Mark 9:14-29 We are reminded that faith is central to Christianity. In the story, we have two examples to avoid and one unexpected example to follow.
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Mark 9:1-13 In the life and ministry of Jesus we see there is both humility and exaltation. We learn to expect both cross and glory as we follow Him.
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Mark 8:27-38 In this sermon we are reminded Jesus is the King Who came to suffer. We discover what difference this makes for those who follow Him as King.
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1 Corinthians 2:1-5 In this sermon, we look at several characteristics of faithful Christian ministry: simple speech, simple message, simple messenger, and a simple goal.
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Mark 8:1-26 We learn that Jesus came to us because of our spiritual blindness. Some people are permanently blind to Him; some are temporarily blind to Him.
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Mark 7:24-37 We discover Jesus has a heart for all, but we must go to Him. If we go to Him, we will not be disappointed.
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Mark 7:1-23 In this passage, we hear a warning from Jesus that should cause us to make sure our hearts are not far from God. We discover several questions we can ask to determine how we should respond to this warning.
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Mark 6: 45-56 Description: In this sermon, we look at the well-known story of Jesus walking on water. We talk about why this is significant for us and how it should impact the way we handle fear.
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Mark 6:30-44 In this sermon, we look at the incredible story of Jesus feeding 5,000 people. We discover we have a deep hunger, and God has provided the solution by providing His bread.
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1 Corinthians 15 In this sermon we talk about the historical reality of the resurrection, and we consider why this event is significant for us today. We address some common objections, and we discover the resurrection changes everything.
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Mark 6:14-29 In this sermon, we discover several ways John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus. We give special attention to the last week of Jesus’ life, and we are encouraged as we see that God was in complete control.
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Mark 6:1-13 In this sermon, we are reminded that the message of the Christian faith is offensive. We talk about why Jesus is often rejected, and how we should think about our role as messengers in a world that seems to be easily offended.
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Mark 5:21-43 In this sermon, we see two healing miracles, and we learn that Jesus is Lord over sickness and death. We talk about what this means for us today.
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Mark 5:1-20 In this sermon, we discover Jesus is Lord over the supernatural world. We learn what Jesus expects when He comes into our lives, and we are encouraged to respond like the man in this story.
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Mark 4:35-41 In this sermon, we look at the powerful story of Jesus calming the water. We discover three paradoxes in this story that we also see in the Christian faith and in the Lord’s Supper.
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Romans 1:16-18 This sermon is divided into four sections which are key aspects of the Gospel: God, Man, Christ, and Response. After each section, we sing a related song responding to what we have heard.
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Mark 4:21-34 In this sermon, we look at a couple of parables that reveal Kingdom truths. We are reminded God has a plan, He is in control, and He will accomplish His plan.
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Mark 4:1-20 In this sermon we discover there are various ways people reject Jesus and His message. Some reject Him immediately, while others reject Him in a subtle way. We are encouraged to keep hearing and believing.
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Mark 3:20-35 In this passage, we see three responses to Jesus: rejection, confusion, and following Him as Lord. We see these same three responses today. We are encouraged to trust and follow Him.
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Sanctity of life Sunday Guest Speaker, Rich Bennett
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Mark 3:1-19 In this sermon, we are reminded Jesus was committed and passionate about His mission, which involved rescuing us. When we understand this, it motivates us to return to the simple mission He has given to us.
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Mark 2:18-28 As we begin a new year, we are reminded Jesus has come to make all things new. We discover He brings a new joy, and new day, and a new perspective. We are encouraged to walk in this newness of life!
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Genesis 1:26-27; 2:24
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Psalm 90:1-17
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Revelation 12 In this sermon, we look at a passage that is often overlooked at Christmas. We discover Christmas is about more than shepherds and a manger. It is about warfare.
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Mark 2:1-17 We ultimately see two responses to Jesus throughout His life. We see these same two responses today. How will we respond?
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Mark 1:29-45 Jesus often concealed His identity and His mission. We discover the reasons for this “messianic secret” and why this is significant for us.
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Luke 10:38-42
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Mark 1:14-28 In this sermon, we are reminded that Jesus was a preacher. We explore what He taught and why we should follow His teachings.
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Mark 1:9-13 Even though Jesus is God’s Son, He has chosen to identify with us. We discover several ways He has identified with us and why this should encourage us to go to Him.
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Mark 1:1-8 The book of Mark is about the good news of Jesus Christ. In this first sermon, we look at several aspects of this gospel and discover why the Christian message is truly good news.
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Matthew 22:15-22 With a presidential election in a couple of days and everyone thinking and talking about this important event, we consider what we believe about the church and the state. We talk about the distinction, the relationship, and the future.
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Psalm 146 In this sermon, we look at a praise psalm and conclude this series on a joyful note! We focus on several reasons why we should be motivated to praise.
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Psalm 130 In this sermon we learn how to respond when it seems like we are in the depths.
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Psalms 119:9-16 In this sermon we discover several keys for living according to God’s Word. Book Recommendation Living by the Book
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Psalms 111:1-10
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Psalm 100 In this sermon, we look at Psalm 100 and discover several characteristics of true worship. True worship is joyful, active, and knowledgeable.
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Psalm 84 Psalm 84 expresses a desire to return to God’s presence in the temple. We look at this psalm in its original context, and we discover how we should experience a similar desire for the new temple. We talk about how this desire is pointing us to something even deeper, a longing for […]
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Psalm 63 In this psalm, we see we are created for God. We all have a deep desire for Him that we often ignore. We discover several keys for learning to desire God.
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Psalm 47 In this psalm, we are reminded God is King of all the earth. This truth brings us great joy and motivates us to make Him known as King so the whole world experiences His joy.
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Psalm 71 Guest Speaker Michael Lusk
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Psalm 46 In this psalm, we learn we have a mighty fortress. We are encouraged not to fear but to be confident because of Who our refuge is.
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Psalm 32 In this sermon, we talk about how to be forgiven and how to live like you are forgiven
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Psalm 19 In this sermon we are warned about blatantly rejecting God. We are also warned about a more subtle rejection of God that is equally dangerous.
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Psalm 14 In this sermon we are warned about blatantly rejecting God. We are also warned about a more subtle rejection of God that is equally dangerous.
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Psalm 4 As we look at this “evening psalm” we discover keys for finding rest when resting is difficult.
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Psalm 1:1-6
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Matthew 8:5-13
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1 Peter 5:1-14 In this final sermon of the series, we look at the heart and mind of a sojourner. A faithful sojourner has a humble heart and a clear mind.
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1 Peter 4:12-19 In this sermon, we are encouraged not to be surprised at the fiery trial. We talk about how we should think about suffering so we are equipped when it comes.
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1 Peter 4:1-1 We develop a new perspective as we grow as faithful sojourners. We have a new perspective on suffering, sin, life & death, and church. The post A New Perspective appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 3:18-22 In this sermon we are reminded of our simple, yet powerful, message. We talk about the death and exaltation of Jesus and our response to Him. The post Our Simple Message appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 3:8-17
In this sermon, we discover one of our main purposes as sojourners is to represent Christ. We are called to represent Him to each other and to the world.
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1 Peter 3:1-7 In this sermon, we discover what marriage looks like for sojourners who want to be faithful to God’s Word. A lot of this instruction goes against the message we hear from the world. We have to decide if we will place ourselves under the authority of God and His Word. The post Marriage for Sojourners appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 2:13-25 We often think of authority and submission in a negative way. In this sermon, we learn that God is our ultimate authority, and we obey God by submitting to authority He places over us. The post Authority & Submission appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 2:4-12 In this sermon, we explore who we are as sojourners. We discover we are His spiritual temple, an honored people, holy priests, and missional exiles.
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1 Peter 1:22 – 2:3
In this sermon we discover God’s Word is a necessary resource for our journey as sojourners. We look at some of the characteristics of God’s Word that should encourage us. God’s Word is true and clear, living and enduring, and necessary for conversion and growth. The post God’s Word for Sojourners appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 1:13-21
In this series, we have discovered God’s people are sojourners whose ultimate home is in heaven. We want to be faithful while we are passing through. In this sermon we discover that a faithful sojourner is hopeful, growing in holiness, and fearing. The post A Faithful Sojourner appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
In this sermon, we look at the most central aspects of the Christian faith: the resurrection and the gospel. We have broken the sermon into three parts and each part is presented by a different minister. We focus on the problem, the solution, and the response. The post The Resurrection & The Gospel appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 1:3-12 In this sermon, we discover we have reasons to praise God even when we experience storms in life. We praise Him because of what He will do (vvv.3-5), what He is doing (vv.6-9), and what He has done (vv.10-12). The post Praise in the Storm appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
1 Peter 1:1-2 In this first sermon of this series, we look at the author, audience, and message of 1 Peter. We are encouraged to stand firm when we experience storms in life because of our great hope in Christ. Discussion Questions The post Standing Firm in the Storm appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Exodus 20:17 In this sermon we look at the 10th commandment about coveting. We talk about how this text relates to the two great commands: loving God and loving others. During this time of experiencing the coronavirus and all its impact on our lives, we are reminded that our desires are not necessarily wrong but they can reveal a lot about us. We discover how to transform our desires so that we become content with Him no matter our circumstances. The post A Theology of Desires appeared first on Vista Grande Baptist Church.
Exodus 20:16
In this sermon, we discover God values the truth and so we should speak the truth. We talk about what it means to bear false witness and to speak the truth in love. We consider exceptions when we might be justified in speaking falsely. And we talk about how Jesus is the Truth and how He came to rescue us from deception so that we might testify to the Truth.
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