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Matthew 7:24-29Most everyone has dreams and desires for a great life. We work hard to have great families and great lives. Our problem today is we are building on the wrong foundation. Join us today as we press into knowing and hearing God’s Word is not enough, but living by God’s word makes the difference.The post Committed to the UNshakable Foundation appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 6:24-34 There are two kingdoms. The kingdom of heaven (God) and the kingdom of earth (man). One kingdom is shakable while the other is unshakable and filled with power and promises. Sometimes our commitment and focus falls upon the wrong kingdom. Join us today as we help those whose world is being shaken to help them focus on the kingdom that cannot be shaken.The post Committed to the UNshakable Kingdom appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 6:13-16 The answer to the problems of our world are not going to be solved by electing certain individuals, or establishing laws, or even writing amendments to the Constitution. The answer to the world’s problem is the disciples of Jesus living differently. Join us today as we discover how blessed we are and those around us when we shake and shine!The post #blessed to shake and shine appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:10-12 We live in a world where people die for being a Christian. But, is persecution limited to only the extreme places of the world? Join us today as we lean into the idea that if you are a Christian, persecution is part of the plan. Be encouraged and challenged today from the words of Jesus Himself.The post #blessed are the persecuted appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:9 We live in a culture and world filled with conflict. Outwardly we see it everday and inwardly we battle it quietly. However, peace is obtainable but does not begin where we think. Join us today as we discover that not only are we the receipient of a PeaceMAKER but we are given the great opportunity and joy of being a peaceMAKER as well.The post #blessed are the peacemakers appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:8 There are a lot of things we would say are impossible. Reading with your eyes shut, traveling at the speed of light, or licking your own elbow. Two things that top the list is having a pure heart and seeing God in all His glory. However, join us today and discover that Jesus let us know the reality of the impossible being possible. A pure heart and seeing God is possible in your life.The post #blessed are the pure in heart appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:7 Have you ever been wronged? Has someone eve done something to hurt you? You are not the only one to answer a resounding yes to these questions. However, when we look at mercy, we prefer to receive than to give. Join us today as we walk through the biblical idea of mercy and how we can find our greatest freedom and blessing in mercy! Get ready to be uncomfortable of the journey.The post #blessed are the merciful appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:6 We hunger for a lot of things. Things like power, prestige, position, and pleasure. We all have a hunger and thirst for something. However, those who discover what we are designed for can find full satisfaction. Join us today as we examine Jesus’ words and see how they connect to the Lord’s Supper as well.The post #blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:5 To be meek is to be weak . . . or so we think. What if we misunderstand what the Bible means by meek? Join us today as we dig into what Jesus said about the meek, but also what it means biblically. Could it be meekness is not weakness but strength that brings us into our greatest position in this life and the one to come?The post #blessed are the meek appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:4 We hate pain and despise loss. Yet, we can not escape the experience of it. Why? Because we live in a fallen world in fallen bodies. The promises of God and His presence gives us comfort and hope today. In the sermon on the mount, Jesus proclaimed those who mourn are fully satisfied because they will be comforted. Is He only referring to the horizontal grief we experience here on earth? Or, is He referring also to a vertical grief, that when we experience that, we find an unending satisfaction and comfort. Join us today and you decide what He was teaching us.The post #blessed are those who mourn appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 5:1-12 I am not blessed because of my circumstances and stuff! In today’s culture, the more someone has or the better their circumstances the more blessed they are perceived as being. However, what if possessions and circumstances has nothing to do with being “blessed”? What if being spiritually bankrupt is the first step toward being fully satisfied? Join us today as we see Jesus clarifying the biblical idea of being “Blessed of God”.The post poor in spirit appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Micah 7:7-8 When God created the world, He knew there would be pain and suffering. Yet, He also knew that in the hands of a loving God, circumstances would not limit His ability to do great things. Join us today as we embark on a journey where our intentional perspective and expectation has the potential to change the entire course of our life.The post Where Do I Look? appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Luke 2:8-14; Isaiah 9:6; Romans 15:13 The angels declared to shepherds in Bethlehem “Peace on Earth”, but we seem to have everything but that in our world today. Some of us just wish we could experience a little peace in our life personally. How you define “peace” will determine where you trust “peace” to come from. Join us today as we examine another part of the gift of Christ, “Prince of Peace”, and walk away knowing that peace is possible regardless of circumstances.The post The Name Prince of Peace appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Luke 2:8-12 The angels proclaimed to the Shepherds that the baby that was born would be the Christ, or the Messiah, but what does that mean to us? Join us today as we examine this critical term found throughout the Old Testament and New Testament and how it impacts us today.The post The Name Messiah appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 1:23 Where is God when life stinks? Where is God when evil is rampant? Where is God in the life of people? The answer came to us two thousand of years ago. Join us today as we discover the power behind the name Immanuel and how that changes everything!The post The Name Immanuel appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.
Matthew 1:20-25; Luke 1:26-33 The name Jesus is associated with Christmas, but what do we know about that name? Is it a magic word to get in good graces with God? Many people have many different takes on the name. Join us today as we focus on knowing Jesus better by understanding His name better.
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Hosea 10:12-13 Birds fly; What goes up, must come down; Water is wet and the sun is hot. All absolute principles we can all agree upon. Another known principle is you reap what you sow. Join us today as we lean into this idea and discover the importance of the preparation and the sowing for […]
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Hosea 4:1-2; 6:`1-3; Romans 3:23-26 > We look around us and we find unkindness, deceit, and turmoil running rampant. What can we do about it? Can we make any difference in what we are seeing and experiencing? Join us today as we dive into this idea and answer these questions. The problem is not new, […]
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To truly find God success, there are 4 pillars essential for every graduate, as well as, every person in everyday life. Join us as Pastor Brian defines for us biblically what those pillars are and how we implement them into our daily lives.
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1 Peter 3:13-18 We can get angry and say some mean things when people do not agree with us. How do we make a difference when our knee jerk reaction can often be harsh. Join us today as we discover the difference a perspective can make in turning our persecutors into the mission.
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1 Peter 2:20-24 Have you ever done the right thing and suffer for it? Join us today as Pastor Clyde encourages us from the Scriptures that we are not alone. However, how we respond to persecution is critical to the health and vitality of our faith. Join us now as we look at the prime […]
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1 Peter 1:13-16 When we encounter those who are hostile to our faith or just plain indifferent to it, how are we to respond. What are we to do? Join us today as we lean into the idea that who and what we are will be reflected in those moments and how God desires we […]
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1 Peter 1:1-9 We live in a culture that seems to be at odds with our faith as defined by the Bible. How are we to respond? What are we to do? Join us today as we begin the discussion and land on the foundation of the perspective that will change the emotions of the […]
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Acts 1:8-2:14 – Eight days after the ascension of Jesus into the clouds, the disciples experienced a life transforming event that changed everything. The Holy Spirit was given on the day of Pentecost and indicated the beginning of the New Covenant. Join us today as we dive into this event and discover what sets the […]
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Isaiah 43:18-19 Sometimes life hurts! Things happen and we feel in desperate need of something. We need God to just be real in the moment. Join us today as we find encouragement from Scripture that gives us hope in God and more hope in Christ that our desert can have rivers flowing through it.
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2 Samuel 11 and 12 Psalms 51:1-19 We can make a lot of mistakes sometimes. Some of those mistakes are considered sins. Some are so bad we wonder if God can forgive me? Join us today as we peer into the life of David and encounter how God forgives, cleanses and renews those who […]
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1 Samuel 23:1-4 Let’s be honest, we can make a mess of things. We decide and do things that seem to be good for us, but oftentimes make things worse. In our desire to follow Christ and do His will in our life, pursuing our own desires can get in the way. Join us […]
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1 Samuel 22:1-2 Sometimes life just runs out of fuel. We find ourselves confused and unsure of which way to go. Demands and trouble bring us to a place of despair. What are we to do? Join us today as we discover the training ground of despair and how your most difficult place can actually […]
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1 Samuel 18:6-16 We live in a culture and day where it seems people are more angry, frustrated, and impatient than ever. As prevalent as it seems, how are we to deal and respond? Join us today as we learn from a man who experienced similar treatments and find the secret to his response. […]
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1 Samuel 17:2-53 Sometimes life brings us intimidating circumstances. We feel overwhelmed and unqualified. Fear can get the best of us. Join us today as we visit the frontline of a battle that will offer a new perspective on our personal Goliaths and a new perspective on us! “Intimidated and Overwhelmed?” from David […]
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1 Samuel 16:14-23 Music is medicinal. It engages the emotions, the mind, the soul, and the body. We listen, we sing, we dance…we are moved to tears. Music speaks when there are no words. Join us today as we lean in a moment in David’s life when God used music to bring healing to […]
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1 Samuel 16:1-13 Do you feel like you measure up? Are you enough? In life, we often use standards that God does not use to determine whether we can do something great for Him. Join us today to discover that what God uses to determine our effectiveness is much better than what we would […]
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Luke 24:44-49; Acts 1:1-8 Paul Wrote, “To the end, we always pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling and may fulfil every resolve for good and every work of faith by His POWER.” What happens when the church becomes more about ritual then it does about God’s power? […]
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Colossians 4:12-13 E.M. Bounds once said, “Prayer is of transcendent importance. Prayer is the mightiest agent to advance God’s work. Praying hearts and hands only can do God’s work.” However, prayer often becomes an afterthought, a struggle, or something used only in time of need. What would happen if we took this vital discipline […]
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Colossians 4:10-11 We often start our journey with Christ with full determination and enthusiasm. However, we soon realize that our journey with Jesus is not without trouble. We are not alone. Join us today as we discover truths from a man who focused on that which transcended his circumstances and encouraged others. You can […]
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Colossians 4:7-9 If someone wrote a paragraph about you, what would they write? What would you really want them to expound upon? Each day, we have the opportunity to write our biography, but may waste the opportunity on pleasure and circumstances. Join us today as we peer into the life of a man who […]
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James 1: 22-24 Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Graduation from High School is a major accomplishment and provides for a rather large change in the day to day routine, of a once then student. Join us today as we look at The Four Pillar of Life. As a student that is transitioning to adulthood this are great […]
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2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 We cannot escape the reality that evil exists. We can hear and see the evidence around us every day. However, does it have the upper hand, and will evil ultimately win? Join us today as we find hope and the path to victory in the face of evil in this world. […]
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2 Thessalonians 1:11-12 What is the ultimate goal? I mean when things do not go the way we want or expect, when things overwhelm us or do not please us, what must we do? Join us today as we discover one of the premier things that will change how we respond. “Glorify The […]
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1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 When it comes to the Christian life, one of the more important aspects we engage in is a term called sanctification. What is sanctification? How does it fit into our everyday life? Join us today as we dive into the process we cannot escape and learn how we can participate to […]
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1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Going to church is not an event to schedule every week. The church isn’t just the place to connect with God, but a place to connect with people, and together we grow in our faith as we try to live this complicated life on earth. Join us today and be encouraged […]
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1 Thessalonians 2:13-14 What makes God’s message so different than all the other messages we hear? How does the word of God transform people’s lives? Join us today and discover the difference God’s message has from all other messages and how focusing on it can bring revival to our souls. “More Than” from […]
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1 Thessalonians 1:1-3 People leaving Christianity is not a new headline, but each time we hear of someone walking away, our hearts break. Our children are growing up in a world where Christianity is not treated as the answer, but as the problem. To ignore the reality of Christian influence being on the decline is […]
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Mark 15:42-27 Jesus is often treated as a great idea or even dismissed as something important for a holiday, but the reality of Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection changes everything. Join us today as we dive into the reality of Christ’s work and how it should change our lives. “Alive” from Passion by […]
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Mark 14:26-52 When Jesus finds himself forsaken by all those whom He poured His life into, the feelings of betrayal and disappointment had to be strong. However, rather than responding in a way focused on what being forsaken would bring, He focused on the passion of His mission – You and I. If you […]
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Mark5:21-24; 35-43 Life can be cruel and hard. Often times it leads to our faith being inadequate and hope fades. When we encounter people in hard, cruel and difficult circumstances whose faith seems to be wavering, what should we do? Join us today as we take a page out of Jesus’ life as we […]
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John 21:15-19 Jesus encouraged Peter and revealed to him what his last days on earth would be like. Even though Peter was faced with certain death, he sought to accomplish his purpose. Join us as we look at Peter’s example and actions, to see how, that no matter how discouraging things are around us, […]
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Mark 5:25-34 We encounter people who are hurting and sick. Pain and sickness can take its toll. We are called to be like Jesus and help them when we can. Join us today as we walk with Jesus as He encounters a woman who suffered with a sickness for a very long time and […]
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Mark 5:1-20 If only there were fewer messed up people in this world, boy it sure would be nice! In the meantime, how do we help those who are a mess? What about the ones we love so dearly who seem to be so far gone? Do people become too far gone have hope? […]
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Mark 4:33-41 When things are tumultuous and overwhelming, what do we do? Can faith really make a difference in the midst of the storms of life? Join us today as we ride along with Jesus and the disciples and see how Jesus responded to a storm and how our response can change everything!
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Mark 3: 20-35 Disagreeing is one thing, but when someone begins to attack you personally it really hurts. Waves of emotions rush in and out reactions are often less than Christ-like. Join us today as we step into the life of Jesus when He was called names and attacked personally – by His own […]
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Mark 2:23-28 Emotions run high and tempers flare in the divisions we experience around us. We see them on tv and hear about them in coffee shops and conversations. However, how did Jesus respond to such an environment? Join us today as we take a look into conflict leveled at Jesus and how He […]
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Mark 2:1-22 What the world needs today are more people transformed by Christ and not just morally and righteous. Join us today as we peer into the life of Jesus and discover His focus was on people being made righteous from the inside out rather than people just being sinners. There is a difference. […]
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Mark 1:29-45 The world is filled with a lot of people trying to do good. Hurting, hungry, and sick people can be easily found and we should help, but what sets Jesus apart from any other person doing good? You can be like Buddha doing good, but being like Jesus is deeper than helping. […]
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Mark 1:9-13 In a world filled with division and hate, we sure could use more people acting like Jesus. However, acting like someone and being like someone is two different things. Join us today as we discover the foundational truths that will not only bring more Jesus into the world but more Jesus into […]
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Isaiah 6:1-8 In a year filled with such uncertainty and chaos of what we have always known, how can we have hope? We all want 2021 to be a better year, but to be encouraged we can not hold on to the circumstances to give us hope. Join us today as we examine the […]
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Luke 1:26-38 Christmas this year will be so different than years past. The dream and ideals we have experienced or desire will have to change. In the midst of all the chaos of this year, Christmas has become imperfect for us all. However, join us as we discover the first Christmas was far from […]
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1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18 To say that 2020 has been a unique year would be an understatement. As we have been surrounded with so much trial and heartache is it possible to have Joy during Christmas? Join us today as we explore seeking joy not just at Christmas, but year round as well. […]
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Matthew 6:7-13 Are you familiar with the Lord’s Prayer?| Join us today as we explore the 9 elements of the Lord’s Prayer and how we should respond to God when we pray. “The Lord’s (Model) Prayer” from The Lord’s (Model) Prayer by Troy Mason. Released: 2020. Track 1.
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1 Corinthians 10:16-17 Often times, the Lord’s Supper is attached to the end of a service or simply approached as an act of reverence. When we approach the Lord’s Table with a flippant attitude we miss the power it offers for our everyday life. Join us today as we discover the importance, priority, and […]
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Romans 5:6-8 Ephesians 2:4-5 John 20:19-22 In this life a lot can happen that will bring us to a point of exhaustion and depression. However, when God steps into the impossible everything can change! Join us today as we hear how God changes any situation. “But God” from But God by Brian Cardin. Released: […]
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Joshua 11:1-9 Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed? Sometimes it seems everything around us is against us and just getting worse? Why would God allow such things to happen? After all, He could stop it from ever happening. Join us today as we dive into these questions and discover the truth of what God […]
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Joshua 9: 1-27 We live in an age where integrity is compromised on every side. However, Integrity is never measured by other people’s actions, but our actions before God. Join us today as we see biblical truth regarding what to expect from people, what God expects, and what we are to do if we […]
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Joshua 7:1-21 As long as we live in this world temptation and suffering will come. What we do with them will be the deciding factor of who we will become. Join us today as we peer into the secret life of a man who will teach us great lessons and temptation and see our […]
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Joshua 6:1-21 Sometimes the fight seems to wage and go on and on. Maybe within our family, our workplace, our community, or our country. In the midst of the fight, we have a natural tendency to try to win. However, to be driven by God’s principle, we must take a Biblical approach. Join us […]
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Joshua 5:13-15 Sometimes we stand before our greatest challenge or obstacle trying to figure out what to do. Thankfully, God is right there with us. How can you know He is there? How do you activate His response? Join us today as we journey with an incredible encounter Jacob had with God when he […]
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Numbers 13:25-33 Joshua 2: 8-12 Sometimes it is not about what we see and what we know. We can believe something to be impossible, but if God has given us a promise, then He is at work for us! Join us today to be encouraged that God is at work when we do not […]
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Joshua 1:1-11 We are faced with uncertainty all around us. We are unsure of the present and especially the future. How can we have any sense of confidence? Join us today to discover that it is time to have confidence. We do not have to let fear and uncertainty drive us. The Scriptures will […]
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Exodus 20:22-26 What is paramount in our relationship with God? Is it security, money, or family? Is it prayer? Is it worship? Join us today as we lean in and discover the foundation that enriches our relationship with Christ to one of great closeness. Have you dismissed it, overlooked it, and neglected it? Join […]
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Exodus 20:18-21 When God is pressed to the outskirts of our lives and society, chaos and sin will follow. What are we to do? How can we avoid that in our lives? Join us today as we dive into the aftermath of the children of Israel hearing God’s voice, experiencing His presence, and receiving […]
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Exodus 20:12-17 Jesus summarized the commandments best when he described them all as being summed up in two things, love God and love people. Join us today as we lean into commandments 5-10 and see how our love for people reflects our love for God. “Why the Ten Commandments (Part 2)” from DeLIVEred by […]
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Exodus 20: 1-11 Are the 10 commandments really needed today? Why were they even given? Join us today as we discover why we have them and what they reveal about us and God. Hope and not condemnation can be found within them. “Why the Commandments” from DeLIVEred by Clyde Self. Released: 2020. Track […]
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Exodus 20:1-2 Some believe the God of the Old Testament was simply to be feared. For those in the wilderness with Moses, their view of God was one of freight. However, join us today as we peer into the foundation of who God is that set the foundation for receiving the ten commandments. Our […]
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Exodus 19:1-17 Do you desire to experience God on a whole new level in your life? Do you need Him like never before? Join us today as we lean into the most critical principle in Scripture when it comes to truly experiencing God! Preparation is vital and what we do to prepare is key.
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Exodus 18:1-27 Sometimes, our plans are interrupted. We can find ourselves aggravated or frustrated. However, what if God’s divine plan was for those moments to be life-transforming! Join us as we peer into an important moment when God uses one man to benefit a nation. https://www.bible.com/events/30880207 “Divine Appointments” from DeLIVEred by Clyde […]
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Exodus 17:8-16 Sometimes we go from one tough thing to another. We wonder if we will ever catch a break. How do we survive when things seem to be nonstop and difficult? How can we find victory in the midst of all the continual chaos? Join us as we peer into Scripture to find […]
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Exodus 16:1-36 In a world where everything seems to be changing and missing all those things that make us comfortable, we can feel lost and confused. However, God blesses us every day with special gifts. Join us today as we discover how our faith is not made strong on what God does for us, […]
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Exodus 15: 22-27 In our current environment, it appears bitterness is on the rise. We see it most prominent in how people are speaking to and about each other. However, God’s plan is for healing and hope. He desires our bitterness to be turned into sweetness. Join us today as we learn about the […]
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Exodus 14: 10-31 Overwhelmed and no way out. Have you been there? What do we do when we are at a place where we just cannot do it anymore? When all resources and abilities are gone, then what? Join us today as we find hope and encouragement from Scripture on who will fight for […]
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Exodus 13: 1-22 Sometimes we struggle with where God has taken us. We try to figure out the reasons and feel like there is not escape. However, join us today as we peer into Exodus and see how God sends us in unexpected directions and never leaves us. “His Mighty Hand” from deLIVEred […]
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Exodus 12:29-51 When we wait for things to change and nothing seems to happen, we can oftentimes feel like giving up. However, God’s plan and freedom that He brings are not measured by time, but by His remarkable hand. Join us today and be encouraged that God is at work for you, you have […]
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1 John 5: 1-12 Are you tired? Tired of all that seems to be going on in our world as well as in our lives. Do you feel overwhelmed and unable to figure out what to do with everything happening? Being overwhelmed emotionally, mentally, and physically is not uncommon. Join us today as we […]
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1 John 3:13-24 When we encounter individuals and their behavior, we often may ask, “Are They Even A Christian?” Some seem so good and some seem . . . well you know! Not everyone is a child of God. Join us today as we will look at the only evidence that reveals one is a […]
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Philippians 2:1-11 With everything that is going on in this world, you can find a number of opinions on what the world needs. What does the Bible say we need? Join us and find out today “One” from Focus by Clyde Self. Released: 2020. Track 3.
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John 5: 1-9 Life is not always easy and our perspective can make it worse or better. How do we handle problems and obstacles in a biblical manner? Join us today and travel along with Jesus and a man sick his whole life and learn how problems can become opportunities. “Possibilities” from Focus by […]
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Acts 20:17-27 We live in a fallen world where trouble and chaos can bring us to tears. Making a difference can seem difficult. Join us today as we peer into the focus we need to make a true difference in this world and in the lives of the people we encounter. Hear what our […]
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“Make a Real Difference” from Focus by Clyde Self. Released: 2020. Track 1.
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Acts 20:17-27 We live in a fallen world where trouble and chaos can bring us to tears. Making a difference can seem difficult. Join us today as we peer into the focus we need to make a true difference in this world and in the lives of the people we encounter. Hear what our […]
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Galatians 5:15-26 Growing deep is difficult at times. We so desire to do what is right and do what is right, but then it seems we do things that are counter-intuitive. How do we find success in our daily lives spiritually? Join us today as we dive into how to walk in the Spirit […]
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James 1:21-26 The Bible is God speaking to us today. Through Gods Word, His Holy Spirit can mold and shape us into that which HE has called us to . . . Holiness! Join us as we celebrate God’s Word and learn to make it a priority in our lives personally and corporately. […]
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1 Peter 1:13-16 We must “BE” holy before we can “DO” holy actions in our life. God’s grace births holiness, but we determine its fruitfulness. Our choices can enhance or hinder the power of God in us, through us, and around us. Join us as we explore the secret to our life pleasing to […]
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2 Peter 1:1-11 Sometimes, our ideas about God leave us viewing God from a shallow point of view. To grow deeper with God, we must have more authentic knowledge of Him. The beauty is we have been given access to all we need. Join us today as we discover the gift of God as […]
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Ephesians 1: 15-23 Growing deeper spiritually is not about knowing us better, but knowing God better. Once we begin to see Him more clearly can we see ourselves properly. Join us today as we dig into Scripture for the nugget of truth that will propel your spiritual life deeper! “In Wisdom and Knowledge of […]
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Ephesians 3:13-19 Do you know someone who has lost heart? According to dictionary.com to “lose heart” is to become discouraged. However, have you ever known someone to become so discouraged they want to give up? Join us today as we dive into a powerful scripture that gives us the strength and power we need […]
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“What Shall I Do” from Simply Following Jesus by Clyde Self. Released: 2020. Track 11.
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Matthew 26: 6-13 Revelavtion 2: 1-5 PRIORITIZING JESUS In the midst of our world being turned upside down, we are all scrambling in an effort to prioritize things in our days. We all have questions as to what should be most important right now. Join us today as we discover the great gift God has […]
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“Our Vital Choice” from What are We to Do by Clyde Self. Released: 2020. Track 2.
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“Our Vital Responsibility” from What are We to Do by Clyde Self. Released: 2020. Track 1.
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1 Corinthians 15:12-23 Why are you a Christian? Are all religions of the world the same? Was the resurrection of Jesus necessary or did it even happen? Join us today as John, our Youth Pastor, answers these questions and more. “Why are You a Christian” from Why are You a Christian by John Smith. […]
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“The Last Great Prophet” from The Last Great Prophet by Rev. Jeff Charlton. Released: 2020. Track 1.
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Jesus came to not only heal and proclaim His existence, but also to proclaim a message. His message is still the same today and responses to that message have not changed either. Join us today as we press into this His message and find out what is required and what is the blessing we can […]
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When following Jesus, one obvious truth is He ministered to people. He desires we all engage in being like Him and being involved in ministry is one of those things we do joyfully. Join us today as we examine the disciple’s first assignment to minister and how we can enjoy the same benefits the disciples […]
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What are you facing that is impossible in your life? Are you finding it hard to trust God in the impossible? Join us today as we examine following Jesus in the impossible of our lives.
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He said to them, “Why are you afraid, you men of little faith?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it became perfectly calm. 27 The men were amazed, and said, “What kind of a man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey Him?” “Everyday Jesus […]
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When sickness hits, what do we do? We have somewhere to turn that will make a huge difference for us and those we know who are sick. Our role is not simply one to just say a quick prayer. Join us today as we examine Jesus in the everyday life of the sick and how […]
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Matthew 4:17-25 Anyone can claim to be a Christian and many people will use the term loosely. However, to be a disciple of Christ one must be defined by more than just a title. Join us today as we examine how Jesus defined disciple and what agenda we are to be building. “Real […]
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Matthew 4:12-17 Suffering is a part of life. None of us have escaped pain, but what we do with it makes all the difference in the world. Sometimes good people suffer! Join us today as we join in on a scene where a good man suffers and brings about a greater purpose. How […]
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Matthew 4:1-11 We empower the liar when we believe the lie. Unfortunately, everyday choices are made based on lies that appear to be the truth. These are called temptations. How can we overcome them? Join us today as we see that God’s Word contains the truth that empowers us to find victory in our daily […]
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What will I do different this year? How can I make things better? Great questions as we begin a brand new year. However, our answers often leave us empty and failing after just a few weeks. What if we propose something that will make a difference for the entire year. Join us as we #simplyfollowJesus […]
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2 Samuel 9 Have you ever been shown kindness without deserving or earning it? Maybe it came from a stranger or from someone you loved. What would you think if you were granted unexpected blessings from one you thought would never notice you and would consider you an enemy? Join us today as we […]
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2 Samuel 7:27-29 The greatness of God is often only considered within our circumstances or lifetime. Is God only limited to greatness within the confines of our experience? Or, can His greatness transcend my legacy? Join us today as we examine our great God and how our legacy can last beyond our lifetime. […]
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2 Samuel 7:8-29 Our view of God is the most important thing about us. We spend our money, interact with people, and respond to things in our life based on it. Even how we view ourselves and those around us steam from our view of God. Join us today as we peer into a […]
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1 Samuel 8-31 There is a special grief over a life not well lived. We love to celebrate the stories of those who have finished well, but when we encounter those whose lives bear the consequences of poor decisions and slow erosion, we sigh and wonder what could have been. And then, in quiet, private […]
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1 Samuel 30:1-20 When our car tears up, we turn to a mechanic. When something in our house breaks we call a handyman. When our body breaks, we go to the doctor. Where do we go when life breaks? The answer will determine who we become. Join us today as we walk with a […]
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1 Samuel 12:20-25 Wouldn’t it be great if life came with a do-over button? How often have you found yourself making a mistake and wishing you could take back the words, undo your acti1ns, or erase the attitude that led to the whole mess? Even though we do not have an undo button for our […]
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1 Samuel 16:1-5 When people disappoint us—whether directly or indirectly—it hurts. When the people we have invested our time and energy in fail to live up to our expectations, we experience symptoms of shock, confusion, guilt, grief, and despair. Join us today as we discover the next step following disappointment that is critical to […]
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“Forgetfulness” from Spiritual Obstacles by Clyde Self. Released: 2019. Track 6.
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Deuteronomy 1:26-33; Mark 9:14-27 Sometimes we wrestle with the idea of faith. Do I have enough? How do I get more? Join us today and be encouraged as we explore a concept of faith called trust that impacts our actions and the growth of our faith in Christ.
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Numbers 21:4-9We live in a culture where we have access to what we want and can get it right now. Patience is a far cry from what we are accustomed to. However, impatience will keep us from the great things patience will bring us. Join us today as we discover the danger of impatience and […]
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Numbers 20:1-13 Feelings . . . a word easily expressed by some but hard to express for others. What happens when our emotions get out of control? Destruction and pain often follow. Join us today as we journey with Moses and witness when his unkempt emotions created a great consequence and we will examine […]
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Genesis 50; Mark 5 “If I am forgiven, why does my past still bother me? Why do I feel like I am drowning and gasping for air?”Like an unwanted guest who seems to never leave, our past can continually haunt us. Living a life of faith is not absent of living affected by our past, but […]
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Genesis 42:26-28; 43:18-23 Obstacles are grace shrinkers in our life. God’s presence and grace can be present, but the obstacle of unresolved guilt can raise its head, distort the truth and cause us to ask the wrong questions without even realizing it. Join us today as we travel with a band of brothers who […]
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Jude In a culture filled with tolerance and the erosion of the evangelical faith, what are believers to do? This is a relevant question for today but is the question Jude addressed over 2000 years ago. The small book of Jude shows the battle is not new and yet we know it still continues. Join […]
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“Imitate God” from Small Books Huge Truth by Clyde Self. Released: 2019. Track 3. The post Imitate God appeared first on Chicopee Baptist Church.