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Celebration Church exists to fulfill the Great Commission of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is to make disciples of all nations and to help people fully follow Him. Our church is known for in-depth Bible teaching, Spirit-led worship, and a deep commitment to the Lord’s call to be salt and light in a hurting world.
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'Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting Me? It is hard for you to kick against the goads.'
Acts 26:14
Saul of Tarsus, in his encounter with the risen Christ, was given the parable of the ox goad as a reminder of the self-inflicted pain that comes upon men and nations that kick back against the will of God. Saul surrendered and became Paul the Apostle. Could we see something similar happen in America today?
“The ox kicks against the goad to spite the husbandman for having goaded him onward; but instead of hurting the husbandman it hurts itself. If you think, O man, that you can stop the progress of Christ's Church, you might as well bid the universe to stand still!”
Charles Spurgeon
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray’s message, “Kicking Against the Goads”.
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“Do you think that I came to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.”
Jesus, in Luke 12:51
There is a ‘Christianity Lite’ version of the Gospel that craves unity at all cost. We must ‘be nice’. Compromise is ‘king’. But there is a polarizing power in the true gospel that is exposing good and evil, separating light and darkness, and dividing those who truly believe from those who do not. Sometime, division is a good thing.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray’s message, “Christianity Lite: Tastes Great-Less Filling”.
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"You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet.
Matthew 5:13 (ESV)
A new brand is sweeping the land offering all the benefits (“Tastes Great!”) and none of the drawbacks (“Less Filling!”) of the old brand. But this time it’s not a new brand of beer; it’s a new kind of Christianity. And it could lead to the death of Democracy.
“The chief danger that confronts the coming century will be religion without the Holy Ghost, Christianity without Christ, forgiveness without repentance, salvation without regeneration, politics without God, heaven without hell.”
General William Booth, Founder of the Salvation Army
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray’s message, “Christianity Lite: Tastes Great! Less Filling”.
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Truly, you are a God who hides yourself, O God of Israel, the Savior.
Isaiah 45:14 (ESV)
Isaiah’s insight into the mystery of the God who hides Himself is given in the middle of a prophecy concerning Cyrus the Great, the pagan king God would use to allow His people to return to their homeland after 70 years of political captivity. The prophecy came to pass. Might God be doing it again?
“God is in total control. He makes that very clear in the Bible where he tells us that he raises up kings and destroys kingdoms. He even calls the pagan king Cyrus His ‘anointed’; His servant to do the things that He wants him to do.” Ken Hamm
We hope you enjoy Part 3 of our teaching series, “Jesus Incognito”, a fascinating message entitled... “Cyrus the Great, Donald J. Trump and the God Who Hides Himself”.
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Now behold, two of them were traveling that same day (Resurrection Sunday) to a village called Emmaus... So it was, while they conversed and reasoned, that Jesus Himself drew near and went with them. But their eyes were restrained, so that they did not know Him.
Luke 24:13-16
Throughout the Bible, God hid Himself when He came among His people—'incognito’—disguised and mostly unrecognized. Even on the day of His resurrection, Mary mistook Him for a gardener, and the disciples on the Emmaus Road walked with Him but knew Him not. The question for us is, “Can WE recognize the risen Christ among us today?”
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of our Bible Study of “Jesus Incognito”...“The Road to Emmaus: How We Can Recognize the Risen Christ”
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Truly you are God who hides Himself, O God and Savior of Israel.
Isaiah 45:15
One of the greatest mysteries of God is how He hides Himself in plain sight. He reveals Himself yet remains hidden, and remains hidden even as He reveals Himself. Like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, He walks with us, yet we recognize Him not.
“We may ignore, but we can nowhere evade the presence of God. The world is crowded with Him. But He walks everywhere incognito. And the incognito is not always easy to penetrate. Where is God found in our world today? Are we awake enough to notice?”
C.S. Lewis
Pastor Ray begins a new series of Bible studies...“Jesus Incognito”.
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Wisdom cries aloud in the street, in the markets she raises her voice; at the head of the noisy streets she cries out; at the entrance of the city gates she speaks: "How long, O simple ones, will you love being simple? How long will scoffers delight in their scoffing and fools hate knowledge? If you turn at my reproof, behold, I will pour out my Spirit to you.
Proverbs 1:20-23
“The voice of wisdom is everywhere heard: In public, in private, and in the streets. Common sense, universal experience, and the law of justice written on the human heart, all testify against evil and wrong of every kind.”
Adam Clarke
As we head into the political election of a lifetime, one must wonder whatever happened to wisdom. How is it that so many Americans have abandoned common sense and universal truths in favor of evil ideas that can only lead to destruction? Thank God the voice of wisdom is still crying in the streets!
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray’s timely message, “Wisdom Cries Aloud in the Streets”.
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And he (the Beast) causes all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on their right hand or on their foreheads, that no one may buy or sell except one who has the mark or the name of the beast, or the number of his name. Revelation 13:16-17
The modern-day prophecy preacher’s sensationalized predictions about the meaning of the ‘mark of the beast’ have left many Christians fearful and confused. Is the ‘mark’ a tattoo? A social security number? A credit card? A COVID shot? An embedded microchip? Just what is the truth?
Gary DeMar
“In the popular explanations of the ‘mark of the beast’ and ‘buying and selling’ mentioned in Revelation 13, sensationalizing teachers rely on fear and current events to sell books and fill conferences with people ready to hear the latest ‘end-times’ theory? But what does the Bible say?”
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray’s message on the meaning of “The Mark of the Beast”.
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And every spirit that does not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is not of God. And this is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard was coming, and is now already in the world.
1 John 4:3
The ‘antichrist’ mentioned in the New Testament is not a evil, all-powerful personality who will one day come to take over the world; no; the biblical ‘antichrist’ was a spirit that had already come into the world.
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“The early church had heard Antichrist was coming—but John says ‘now’ it is already in the world. Antichrist had arrived. It is inappropriate and unbiblical to look for a rising political leader and describe him as the ‘Antichrist’. Such a designation cannot be supported from scripture.”
Gary DeMar
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Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near. So, you also, when you see all these things, know that it is near — at the doors! Truly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away until all these things take place. Matthew 24:32-34
Somehow, back in the 70’s, many popular prophecy preachers equated the blooming of the fig tree in Matthew 24 with the re-formation of Israel as a nation in 1948. From there, they calculated the rapture of the church would take place around 1988 (figuring 40 years as a ‘generation’). When that didn’t happen, they recalculated the rapture to occur by 2018 (figuring 70 years as a ‘generation’).
When that didn’t happen…No wonder multitudes of American Christians are muddled in ‘Last Days Madness’!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray clears up the confusion about “The Fig Tree Generation”.
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Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, "Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?" And Jesus said to them…“Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will by no means pass away till all these things take place.”
Matthew 24:3,34
Many American Christians believe we are living in the ‘last days’ before Christ will come to save us from tribulation. But the early Christians believed they were living in the ‘last days’ before Christ would come to pour out judgment on Jerusalem. Can you guess who’s got it right?
“The expression ‘last days’ is used in the Bible not to refer to the end of the physical world, but to the last days of the nation of Israel, the ‘last days’ that ended with the destruction of the temple in 70 A.D.”
David Chilton
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray’s provocative answer to the prophetic question… “Are We Living in the Last Days?”
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God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things…
Hebrews 1:1-2
“Prior to the coming of Jesus, God spoke one way. The coming of Jesus was a new way of God speaking in the last days. The last days were in operation in the first century. The Christians who read this letter were to understand that they were living in the last days of an important era that was about to end.”
Gary DeMar
Many professing American Christians believe we are living in the “last days” before the coming of Christ. But the early Christians believed they were living in the “last days” leading up to Christ’s judgment on Jerusalem. Isn’t it time to get back to a biblical view of the “last days”?
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 3 of Pastor Ray’s series “Last Days Madness”: “Are We Living in the Last Days?”
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For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of the world until this time, no, nor ever shall be. And unless those days were shortened, no flesh would be saved; but for the elect's sake those days will be shortened... Assuredly, I say to you, this generation will boy no means pass away till all these things take place. Matthew 24:21-22,34.
Many of our modern prophecy preachers foresee the ‘great tribulation’ as a fearful future event that we can only escape by being included in the rapture of the church. They completely ignore the fact that all of Jesus’ prophecies in Matthew 24 were fulfilled 2000 years ago!
“One reason there is so much speculation and error about when the end might be stands above them all: Fulfilled prophecy is being interpreted as unfulfilled prophecy.”
Gary DeMar
We hope you enjoy Part 2 of Pastor Ray’s series, “Last Days Madness: What You Believe About the Future Can Hurt You”.
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Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, "Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?" And Jesus answered and said to them: "Take heed that no one deceives you…”
Matthew 24:3-4
What we believe about the future determines how we live in the present. The failure of the modern American church to Christianize the culture comes from a false view of the future, the end-times, and the 2nd Coming of Christ. It is time to correct that.
“Today’s speculative madness related to repeated failed attempts at predicting the end must be attributed to a gross misunderstanding of biblical prophecy.”
Gary DeMar
In this new series, Pastor Ray will be teaching on topics that are often misunderstood, including: the Rapture, the Great Tribulation, the Antichrist, the ‘mark of the beast’, and the Book of Revelation. We hope you can be with us. And bring a friend!
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Truly, these times of ignorance God overlooked, but now commands all men everywhere to repent.
Acts 17:30
Repentance is so much more than being sorry for our sins! We cannot be saved without it. We cannot grow spiritually without it. It is the key to acquiring a Christian worldview. And yet it is one of the most neglected subjects in the modern American church.
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“Lack of repentance is the root cause of powerlessness in the church, in this materialistic, self-indulgent age. There can be no spiritual power in an impenitent church.”
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray’s message on “The Importance of Repentance”.
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Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ's behalf, be reconciled to God.
2 Corinthians 5:20
Earthly governments build embassies and appoint ambassadors to represent the homeland in foreign countries. In the same way, Christ builds His church on earth and appoints us as ambassadors who represent the Kingdom of Heaven. And no. We have not taken this seriously.
We hope you enjoy this message calling all Christians to be faithful to our appointment as “Ambassadors For Christ”.
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And the crowd tried to keep Him from leaving them; but He said to them, "I must preach the kingdom of God to the other cities also, because for this purpose I have been sent."
Luke 4:42-43
God not only sent His Son to die on the cross—He sent Him to preach the Gospel of the Kingdom! How can we hope to change the world if we cannot recover that world-changing message that compelled Christ’s ministry on earth—the preaching of the Kingdom of God?
“I am convinced that the leading defects of the contemporary church reside not in the details but in the essentials – not in secondary issues but in primary ones. For example, the apostolic message of the Kingdom of God –which is the central subject of the Christian faith.”Andrew Sandlin
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray’s message on “Recovering the Kingdom”.
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For we are a colony of heaven; from which we look for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.
Philippians 3:20
Heaven has established an outpost on earth. Together, those of us who follow Christ constitute a colony of heaven commissioned by God to spread the influence of heaven on earth. If we fail, America falls.
“We believe that collapsing civilizations are the problem for which colonies of heaven are the solution.”
Boyd W. Morris
We hope you enjoy Part 2 of Pastor Ray’s message on how the Church on earth is “A Colony of Heaven”.
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For we are a colony of heaven; from which we look for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.
Philippians 3:20
The Bible uses several metaphors to describe the Church of Jesus Christ: the ‘body’, the ‘bride’; the ‘elect’. But the most misunderstood metaphor is the one most needed in today’s turbulent times: that the Church is a ‘colony of Heaven’ on earth.
“The church on earth is a colony of heaven’s citizens commissioned to heavenize earth by replacing the Fallen World System with the Kingdom of God.”
Boyd W. Morris, “Christus Victor”
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Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
The conflict between the Kingdoms of Light and darkness has grown so intense today that even the most serious Christians can feel frustrated and wonder what to do. Jesus gave us the solution.
"Our problem is that we spend so much time telling people how to get into the Kingdom that we rarely teach them what to do once they get inside."
Miles Munroe
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, "The Pursuit of Righteousness".
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One day the Pharisees asked Jesus, "When will the Kingdom of God come?" Jesus replied, "The Kingdom of God can't be detected by visible signs. You won't be able to say, 'Here it is!' or 'It's over there!' For the Kingdom of God is already among you."
Luke 17:20-21 (NLT)
Christians quite rightly look forward to a future time when the full manifestation of God's glorious Kingdom will be evident to everyone. But many today, like the Pharisees of old, have not recognized that the Kingdom of God is also a present reality.
"Many modern Christians believe that God’s kingdom will be manifested solely in the future...but this is not the biblical worldview."
Gary DeMar
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's important and much-needed message, "Kingdom Now-And Not Yet".
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But if I cast out demons with the finger of God, surely the kingdom of God has come upon you... He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters.
Luke 11:20,23
The battle for the soul of America is not primarily political. It is spiritual warfare between the Kingdom of God and the strongholds of Satan. It is also the kind of conflict that will expose those who are with Christ and those who are against Him. There is no neutral ground.
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"Neutrality in religion impossible: There is no device by which the god of this world more fatally deceives the souls of unwary men, than by leading them to suppose that they can take neutral ground in regard to the character and cause of Christ."
Dr. Joel Hawes, Puritan minister (1808-1883)
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We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's informative new series, "Kingdoms in Conflict: No Neutral Ground".
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Little children, it is the last hour; and as you have heard that the Antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have come, by which we know that it is the last hour.
1 John 2:18
Too many American Christians have heard about 'the' Antichrist who is coming, but cannot discern the 'spirit' of antichrist already active among us right now. The modern American Marxist's systematic and intentional destruction of America, as founded, is already well underway. Will the Church rise up and stop it?
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"Stop thinking of our political controversies as simply differences of opinion between right and left. We are actually witnessing a Communist overthrow of the United States in real time. This sounds like a conspiracy theory, but it is not."
James Simpson, “Who Was Karl Marx?”
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And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them.
Ephesians 5:11
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"No, you are not crazy, nor a conspiracy theorist. The use of race, sex, sexual orientation, climate, social justice, gender, and animal rights — along with the consequent elevation of ugliness, chaos, and disorder; the decimation of the family and the abandonment of God — these and many other diverse struggles are all just fronts in a larger war."
Mike Gonzalez and Katharine Gorka, "Next Gen Marxism: What It Is And How To Combat It"
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We are well on our way to losing America as we once knew Her. And yet, many American Christians have not discerned the method behind the madness. The same demonic spirit of Antichrist that has decimated other nations is now on our doorstep. It must be exposed and turned away!
Pastor Ray continues to make "The Christian Case for Political Engagement" with a message on, "Marxism in America".
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Proverbs 29:2
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when a wicked man rules, the people groan.
How heavy must America's groaning become before God's people step up to their calling to 'make disciples of all nations'? Remember: The same message that once 'turned the world upside down', (Acts 17:6), has now been entrusted to us!
"We should be reminded that the rallying cry of the early church was 'Jesus is Lord'. This was a political statement."
Gary DeMar
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The hour has come for you to wake from sleep.
Romans 13:11
"The apostasy of Christianity is exposing the entire Wester world to the risk of a grave cultural and political crisis, and even to the collapse of civilization."
Marcello Para, "Why Do We Call Ourselves Christians?"
The rising roar around us is the sound of a culture in chaos; yet much of the Church sleeps on, unconvinced that Christ has called us to disciple the nations. Jesus is Lord of all--or He is not Lord at all!
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The hour has come for you to wake from sleep.
Romans 13:11
"The apostasy of Christianity is exposing the entire Wester world to the risk of a grave cultural and political crisis, and even to the collapse of civilization."
Marcello Para, "Why Do We Call Ourselves Christians?"
The rising roar around us is the sound of a culture in chaos; yet much of the Church sleeps on, unconvinced that Christ has called us to disciple the nations. Jesus is Lord of all--or He is not Lord at all!
Join us for Pastor Ray's NEW SERIES, "The Christian Case for Political Engagement".
Pilate said to them, "Shall I crucify your King?" The chief priests answered, "We have no king but Caesar!" John 19:15
And they dragged some of the brethren to the rulers of the city, crying out, "These who have turned the world upside down have now come here...all acting contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king —one called Jesus." Acts 17:7
What we are witnessing today is the modern American repetition of the age-old conflict: “Who is King? Who has the final jurisdiction Christ or the State?”
Jurisdiction is an essentially religious fact: it tells us who is the god over a particular sphere or area; it reveals to us who declares the law for that domain. In other words, it shows us who is lord. R.J. Rushdoony
We hope you can be with is this weekend for the concluding message in Pastor Ray’s sermon series for 2023: “Obey God-Defy Tyrants”
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You happily put up with whatever anyone tells you, even if they preach a different Jesus than the one we preach, or a different kind of Spirit than the one you received, or a different kind of Gospel than the one you believed.
2 Corinthians 11:4
Pastor Ray's Theme This Weekend
Multitudes of professing American Christians have embraced 'another Jesus', received 'a different Spirit', and believed 'a different kind of Gospel'. And many are not even aware of it!
Bruce Abramson
“The New Religion of Wokeism”, The Epoch Times "Americans haven't turned away from religion; they have merely found a new faith…the new religion of Wokeism."
Ron DeSantis
“Woke is the new religion of the left.”
Voddie Baucham
“Too many Christians are caving in to the culture in the name of being nice '. But it time to confront the blind guides of the woke culture of our day, who strain out gnats but swallow camels.”
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You happily put up with whatever anyone tells you, even if they preach a different Jesus than the one we preach…
2 Corinthians 11:4 (NLT)
"So how did a nation built upon Judeo-Christian values, ratified by a Declaration of Independence signed by over 29 members of the clergy, and later established with a motto of 'In God We Trust' arrive at the place where the future of the Church is at stake and faith in Christianity is in potential disrepair? Certainly we could blame external factors...but I'd like to start by looking at a less obvious culprit: the church itself. Lucas Miles, "The Christian Left"
Consciously or unconsciously, the modern American church is contributing to our cultural decline, worshiping a "Woke" version of Jesus Christ.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message, "Woke Jesus: The False Messiah of the Christian Left".
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Ephesians 5:11
And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them.
Like the Emperor in Hans Christian Andersen’s famous fairy tale, the modern American Marxists parade their evil agenda in full view of fearful people afraid to challenge what they know to be lies. But one voice of truth can turn the tide.
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"Run to and fro through the streets of Jerusalem; and seek in her open places If you can find a man, if there is anyone who executes judgment, who seeks the truth, and I will pardon her.”
Jeremiah 5:1 (NKJV)
"Run up and down every street in Jerusalem," says the Lord. "Look high and low; search throughout the city! If you can find even one just and honest person, I will not destroy the city.”
Jeremiah 5:1 (NLT)
Do you believe in "The Power of One"? Do you believe that you, as an individual believer, can actually bring a blessing to an entire society? God does! And He is still looking for individual believers who will seek the truth and refuse to take part in the lie. Will you be one?
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And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…
Romans 12:2
The great danger of our day is not what the world is doing; it is how many professing Christians are being conformed to it. And it will require courage to overcome the cowardice of conformity.
"To counter the continuum of destruction that is a product of too-much conformity and too-much government force, more people need to act with moral courage--a willingness to encounter risks so as to defy immoral orders, reject authoritarian government control, and to stand up for the disappearing values of truth, freedom, and justice."
Ervin Staub, "The Psychology of Good and Evil"
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And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind… (NKJV)
Do not be conformed to this age (HCSB)
Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. (NLT)
Romans 12:2
"The great enemy to the renewed mind, which we must avoid, is conformity to this world. All the disciples and followers of the Lord Jesus must be non conformists to this world."
Matthew Henry
The real problem of our day is not what the world is doing, but how many professing Christians are allowing themselves to be conformed to it. But be warned! Complying with the clear command of non-conformity to this world is going to require some courage.
"The opposite of courage in our society is not cowardice, it is conformity." Rollo May 1953
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I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart...
Psalm 27:13-14
“A decline in courage may be the most striking feature which an outside observer notices in the West in our days… Should not one point out that from ancient times that declining courage has been considered the beginning of the end?”
Alexander Solzhenitsyn (1978)
The great British clergyman J.C. Ryle bemoaned the decline of Christian courage in his day as 'jellyfish Christianity', a spineless form of the faith that occurs when 'courage is eclipsed by cowardice', and 'conviction is hijacked by capitulation.' Modern American Christianity is facing the same challenge.
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Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.
1 Corinthians 16:13
The Apostle's clear command to the Corinthians, 'act like men', carries little meaning in a culture where there is no understanding of what biblical manhood really looks like. Confusion abounds, even among Christians.
"Our culture has taught us to define manhood by the 3 B’s: on the ball field, in the bedroom and by the billfold: How does he perform athletically, sexually, and how much money does he have? But this is not biblical manhood."
Voddie Baucham
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…through one man sin entered the world, and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men… through one man's offense judgment came to all men… Romans 5:12,18
The demise of responsibility began in the Garden of Eden when our first father sinned and blamed it on others. The same sin that caused the collapse of the culture in Eden continues today...when men fail to be responsible men.
"The failure of a culture is the failure of the men in it. A society cannot be vital and possessed of an on-going vigor if the men therein are marked by a loss of faith, a retreat from responsibility, and an unwillingness to cope with their personal problems." R.J. Rushdoony.
The primary responsibility for the condition of a culture rests upon its men.
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Gen 3:11-13
And God said, "Who told you that you were naked? Have you eaten from the tree of which I commanded you that you should not eat?" Then the man said, "The woman whom You gave to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I ate." And the Lord God said to the woman, "What is this you have done?" The woman said, "The serpent deceived me, and I ate."
Dr. Henry Cloud
We live in a culture of blame. People will blame anyone or anything for their misery, sooner than take responsibility to own it and make it better.
Mankind has been playing the 'blame game' since the Garden of Eden. But today, it has become our national pastime. And it is destroying us. The majority of America’s problems can be solved if we will return to the biblical principle of personal responsibility.
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"For this cause I was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice."Jesus, in John 18:37
"I am the...truth." Jesus, in John 14:6
The cause of the crisis in contemporary American culture is not really political or economic; it is our fundamental failure to faithfully speak up and stand up for the truth, as revealed in Christ and His word. The church wins or loses according to our faithfulness in bearing witness to the truth!
"If we compromise on the issue of absolute truth, then we betray the next generation to absolute darkness. If we do this, then may God have mercy on their souls—and, even more, on ours." Dr. Donald T. Williams
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's answer to one of life's greatest questions..."What is Truth?"
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And Pilate said to Jesus, "What is truth?"
John 8:38
"Truth is so obscured nowadays and lies so well established that unless we love the truth we shall never recognize it."
Blaise Pascal (1623-1662)
Jesus, on trial before Pilate, had informed him that He had come into the world 'to bear witness to the truth', prompting Pilate to ask the question that has confronted mankind since the Garden of Eden. "What is truth?" Can you, O Christian, answer that question?
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray provides some answers to this most provocative question: "What Is Truth?"
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“For this cause I was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth.”
John 18:37
"I am...the Truth."
Jesus in John 14:6
"The present chasms between the generations has been brought about almost entirely by a change in the concept of truth. The way we come to knowledge about truth is the most crucial problem facing Christianity today."
Francis Schaeffer, “The God Who Is There”
The man who wrote these words in 1968 has proven to be a prophet. The greatest spiritual warfare of our generation is a battle over the concept of truth: What is truth? How do we know truth? The church wins and loses according to our faithfulness in bearing witness to the truth. This is a war the Church can win...and will win!
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For this cause I was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth.
Jesus Christ, in John 18:37.
Francis Schaeffer
Make no mistake. We as Bible-believing Christians are locked in s battle. This is not a friendly gentleman’s discussion. It is a life and death conflict between the spiritual hosts of wickedness and those who claim the name of Christ. It is a conflict between two fundamentally opposed views of truth and reality.
The late Francis Schaeffer, who wrote these words of warning in 1984, has proven to be prophetic. Today, the battle over Truth has intensified. But it is a battle we can win; indeed, it is a battle we will win!
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When the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard against him. Isaiah 59:19
America, as founded, is disappearing. Lawlessness abounds. Perversion is promoted and truth has fallen in the streets. The enemy has come in like a flood. But take heart child of God! The Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard against him.
"We cannot expect to see God at His best until we see the devil at his worst; and when our plight becomes most grievous, then shall our help become the most glorious. When the creature is ready to die of despair, then there shall be an opportunity for the Creator’s irresistible arm to put forth its energy and glorify itself in us." Charles Spurgeon, 1876
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So Ahab said to Elijah, "Have you found me, O my enemy?" And he answered, "I have found you, because you have sold yourself to do evil in the sight of the Lord..." 1 Kings 21:20
God raised up the prophet Elijah to confront a government that had 'sold itself to do evil in the sight of the Lord'. Where is that spirit of Elijah today?
"The church needs to get its balls back."
Pastor Jason Hooper
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"We belong to the Church Militant; and she is militant because on earth the powers of darkness are ever wrestling to encompass her destruction. Not only in far off centuries of the early church, but down through the ages and in this our day, the enemies of God and Christian civilization make bold to attack the Creator’s supreme dominion and sacrosanct human rights."
Pope Pius XII
As America continues to careen toward totalitarianism, God's true church must recapture the concept that conquered continents for Christ in days gone by...a militant church of courageous Christians who are not afraid to attack the very gates of hell.
"The church needs to get its balls back."
Pastor Jason Hooper
We hope you can be with us this weekend for a no-holds-barred battle cry to rally God's soldiers to be "The Militant Church".
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Job was a man of God who suffered the loss of 7 innocent children in one day. How did he respond?
Then Job stood up, tore his robe and shaved his head. He fell to the ground and worshiped, saying: “Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked I will leave this life. The Lord gives, and the Lord takes away. Praise the name of the Lord.”
Throughout all this Job did not sin or blame God for anything. Job 1:20 22 (HCSB)
Most mature Christians will have a "Job-like" response to the tragic shooting at a Nashville Christian school this week. Unfortunately, many may miss the prophetic implications of how this tragedy speaks to the spiritual condition of our country.
"There is no political solution that will protect you from a spiritual problem." Erick Erickson
Wake up, Church! Wake up, America!
We hope you can be with us this weekend and invite others to hear Pastor Ray's timely message, "Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?"
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For the children of this world are, in their generation, wiser than the children of light. Jesus, in Luke 16:8
Sometimes 'secular prophets' see things more clearly than Christians. All the elements of the ‘Big Brother’ totalitarian government George Orwell warned the world about in his novel “1984”, are operating in America today...as a wake-up call to the Church!
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message, "1984 is Now".
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For the children of this wFor the children of this world are, in their generation, wiser than the children of light. Luke 16:8
Sometimes 'secular prophets' see things more clearly than Christians. All the elements of the ‘Big Brother’ totalitarian government George Orwell warned us about in his novel “1984”, are operating in America today. Wake up, America!
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message, "1984 is Now".orld are, in their generation, wiser than the children of light. Luke 16:8
Sometimes 'secular prophets' see things more clearly than Christians. All the elements of the ‘Big Brother’ totalitarian government George Orwell warned us about in his novel “1984”, are operating in America today. Wake up, America!
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And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations…and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Matthew 28:18,20
"And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come." Matthew 24:14
Christians have been characterized by despair, defeat, and retreat. For too long, Christians have heeded the false doctrine which teaches that we are doomed to failure, that Christians cannot win—the notion that until Jesus returns, Christians will steadily lose ground to the enemy. The teaching of the Bible is very different.
David Chilton
Nothing has more paralyzed the progress of the Kingdom of God on earth than a false faith about what the future will look like; that victory takes place only in the ‘last chapter’ of the Bible; the false belief that in time, in history, on earth, the Christians will lose. But the Bible says otherwise. And it matters!
What you believe about the future will change how you live in the present. Daniel Nayeri
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's encouraging message to have, "Faith for the Future".
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For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into apostles of Christ. And no wonder! For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers
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2 Corinthians 11:13-15
There is no greater danger to the Body of Christ than the abundance of false prophets and teachers operating within the Church today. And most go undetected because so many Christians have a desperate need for discernment. Satan is more subtle than we think.
We have somehow got hold of the idea that error is only that which is outrageously wrong; and we do not seem to understand that the most dangerous person of all is the one who does not emphasize the right thing. David Martyn Lloyd-Jones
Discernment is not a matter of simply knowing the difference between and wrong; rather, it is knowing the difference between right and almost right. Charles Spurgeon
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message, "Angels of Light".
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Obey God, Defy Tyrants, Part 8: Angels of Light
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. Jesus in Matthew 7:14
For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into apostles of Christ. And no wonder! For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light. Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness... The Apostle Paul, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15
Nothing is more dangerous to a Christian than a wolf who appears to be a sheep. The Apostle Paul refers to them as ministers of Satan who have transformed themselves into ‘angels of light’. The Internet and the social media platforms are exploding with ''Christian" prophecy and teaching. But some of it is Satanic. God’s people desperately need discernment! So how do we get it?
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray’s teaching on how to identify the false prophets and teachers among us who masquerade as “Angels of Light”.*
*Warning: Names will be named
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And Elijah came to all the people, and said, "How long will you falter between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him." But the people answered him not a word. 1 Kings 18:21
"A' la carte"
Choosing separate foods in a restaurant rather than having the full meal. Barna Research tells us that 88% of Americans who profess to be Christians do not have a biblical worldview. They have a worldview called 'syncretism'; which means they pick and choose ideas from many different philosophies of life. We call this Christianity A' la carte; the subtle sin of syncretism. And the time has come to confront it.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for this new message in Pastor Ray's series, "Obey God-Defy Tyrants".
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Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the tactics of the devil. Ephesians 6:11 (HCSB)
Many victims of totalitarianism have told me in interviews that the most upsetting experience they faced was the feeling of a loss of logic, the state of confusion into which they had been brought—the state in which nothing had any validity—they simply did not know what was what. Joost Meerloo, "The Rape of the Mind"
In the midst of the madness of our modern American culture, there are those who will be able to stand against the tactics of the devil; it will be the Christians in full armor, those who understand the tactics of the tyrants and know how to overcome them!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues to expose the unfruitful works of darkness in Part 2 of the teaching on "The Tactics of Tyrants".
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Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil (NKJV) … stand firm against all strategies of the devil. (NLT) …stand against the tactics of the devil. (HCSB)
One of the great challenges in the Church today is that many American Christians are not ‘standing firm’ against the wiles, strategies, and tactics of the devil because they simply don’t know what they are; nor do they realize how these same tactics are driving the rise of tyranny in our own civil government. It’s time to wake up!
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray’s message that reveals, “The Tactics of Tyrants”
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Now the whole earth used the same language and the same words. And they said to one another, "Come, let us make bricks and burn them thoroughly...let us build for ourselves a city, and a tower whose top will reach into heaven, and let us make for ourselves a name; lest we be scattered abroad over the face of the whole earth." Genesis 11:1-5 (NASB)
The building of Babylon was man's first attempt to establish a one-world government; a 'Utopia' of conformity on earth that would get men to heaven, without God. And God was not pleased.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues the series "Obey God-Defy Tyrants" with a teaching on "The Tyrannical Nature of Ungodly Government".
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Then God said, "Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; And let them have dominion…Genesis 1:27
God gave man dominion to rule and reign over His creation! So what went wrong? When man sinned, his drive for dominion over the creation was perverted into a desire for domination over other men. And tyrants came into the earth.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray 's new series “Obey God-Defy Tyrants”, a message on “Dominion or Domination?”
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But Peter and the other apostles answered and said: "We ought to obey God rather than men.” Acts 5:29
Our country is in crisis. Our freedoms are under assault. Our elected leaders are pushing policies that endanger our democracy. America's Christian community has come to a crossroad. So does God have a specific word to speak to us as we head into this New Year? We believe that He does!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a new sermon series based on a Word from the Lord containing 2 clear commands:
"Obey God-Defy Tyrants"
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In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us… John 1:1,14
The incarnation of the Son of God, who is the Word of God, provides us with the prototypical model of the first thing Jesus taught us to ask of the Father: “Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”. Even today, wherever or whenever we see the will of God done on earth as it is in heaven, we are witnessing a demonstration of the Kingdom of God; which is the will of God done on earth as it is in heaven…the Word made flesh!
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray’s message on the present-day application of the incarnation captured in the phrase... “And The Word Was Made Flesh”.
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"People are not free ultimately because they voluntarily submit to their own servitude." Etienne de La Boetie
It is important to remember this key point: Everything the government does to you is by your consent. You either explicitly gave them consent, or by your silence, they assumed your consent. Jason W. Hoyt
The results of the last election confirm the fact that the overall moral/spiritual condition of our country is continuing to decline and that many Americans are quite willing to continue their support of the very politicians who are systematically taking away our freedom. But God's people have more power than they realize.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message, "The Consent of the Governed".
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Pilate said to them, "Shall I crucify your King? The chief priests answered, "We have no king but Caesar!" John 19:15
Pilate presented the people with the power to elect their political leader: Christ or Caesar? The people chose poorly. So what really happened that day in Jerusalem? And what really happened in the American election last month?
Why do people vote against their own self-interest? How does a nation end up serving tyrants? And what can we do about it?
We hope you can be with us this weekend as we rediscover a powerful principle from scripture that holds the key for recovering our county, Pastor Ray's message: "A Discourse on Voluntary Servitude: The Mystery of Civil Submission to Tyranny."
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Have I now become your enemy because I am telling you the truth Galatians 4:16 NLT
British novelist George Orwell said, "In times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." We live in such times.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for the conclusion of Pastor Ray's mini-series on "Walking in Truth in a World of Lies".
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“They pile lie upon lie and utterly refuse to acknowledge me”, says the Lord. Jeremiah 9:6 NLT
"The party told you to reject all evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command." George Orwell, "1984"
The greatest challenge for the church today is to walk in truth in the midst of a culture increasingly given over to lies.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part II of Pastor Ray's message, "Walking in Truth in a World of Lies".
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"You live in a world of deception. In their deception they refuse to know me." This is the Lord’s declaration.
Jeremiah 9:6
In his new book, Christian author Steve Gallagher comments on the current condition of American culture..."You and I are being lied to on a regular basis. Things have gotten so bad we need a ‘Truth-O-Meter’ to stay on top of what politicians tell us, a government agency to oversee the preposterous claims made by advertisers, and a variety of independent websites to monitor the veracity of what we’re being told by public figures, including Christian ministers."
Jesus came to bear witness to the truth. (John 8:37) But Satan is a liar and the father of liars. (John 8:44) So how can we prevail in the midst of a war that the devil seems to be winning?
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's teaching on the Church's greatest challenge in this hour... "Walking in Truth in a World of Lies".
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For this cause I was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice. Pilate said to Him, 'What is truth?'
John 18:37
"We live in a time and place where many people don’t even know what truth is. Some think truth is just a subjective preference or opinion…but the definition of truth is actually quite simple..." Alisa Childers
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray teaches on how the biblical worldview answers one of life's most critical questions, "What Is Truth?", and why it matters so much in ourcurrent culture.
He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters abroad. Matthew 12:30
Many people have the false idea that there are hundreds of religions. But in an ultimate sense, there are actually only two: God’s word and man’s word. Ken Ham
Many American Christians do not realize that the intense spiritual warfare being waged for the soul America is really a religious war. And in the biblical worldview, there are really only 2 religions. Every person alive is practicing one or the other. Neutrality is impossible. If we fail to found our lives on the Word of God, we will flounder our lives trusting in the words of man. If we are not actively standing with Christ in this hour, we are standing against Him.
Join us this weekend as Pastor Ray explains the true nature of our conflict today as "The Battle Between 2 Religions".
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He who is not with Me is against Me... Matthew 12:30
Too many Christians continue to cling to the concept that they can commit to Christ and still maintain a neutral position on cultural issues, education, or politics. But Jesus allows no such option!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray exposes the 'myth of neutrality' in his message, "You Cannot Be Neutral In This War".
I have set watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem; they shall never hold their peace day or night. You who make mention of the Lord, do not keep silent, and give Him no rest till He establishes and till He makes Jerusalem a praise in the earth.
Isaiah 62:6-7
Dietrich Bonhoeffer famously said, "Silence in the face of evil is evil itself". God has appointed His people as 'watchmen' who must not hold their peace when the enemy approaches. And the responsibility to speak up falls upon those in the pews as well as those in the pulpit.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's prophetic appeal to the people of God to take their proper place in this hour as "Watchmen on the Wall".
All you beasts of the field, come to devour, all you beasts in the forest.
His watchmen are blind, they are all ignorant; they are all dumb dogs, they cannot bark; sleeping, lying down, loving to slumber.
Isaiah 56:9-10
"The Bible calls pastors 'watchmen' who cry out and sound the alarm to awaken a sleeping church, not sing her lullabies."
Pastor Shane Idleman
The current condition in our country resembles backslidden Israel in the days of the prophet Isaiah.
The 'beasts of the field' have 'come to devour'; while many of God's 'watchmen' commit the sin of silence.
God is calling all His people, especially His pastors and leaders, to proclaim His truth, regardless of the cost.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message, "Post-Pandemic Pastors and the Sin of Silence".
It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes.
Psalm 118:8-9
What we are witnessing today is a war between 2 worldviews, both of which are religious in nature. Each seeks to answer the question, 'Who will we trust to save us and deliver us from evil?' One is Christianity, offering salvation in Christ; the other is 'Humanism', offering salvation by the State. Which Messiah will we serve?
Righteous are You, O Lord, when I plead with You; Yet let me talk with You about Your judgments. Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why are those happy who deal so treacherously?
Jeremiah 12:1
Does it really pay to try to serve the Lord when the wicked seem to be winning? How do we define right and wrong in a culture where there are no absolutes? Are people free to invent their own ethics or are ethics something that must be discovered? Are there any standards?
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's important message in our "Developing a Biblical Worldview" series, "By What Standard? An Introduction to Christian Ethics."
"Give us a king to judge us like all the other nations have."
1 Samuel 8:5
Israel's demand for an earthly king to save them amounted to a rejection of God and set them up for oppressive, big-government control of their lives. Is America making the same mistake?
We hope you can be with us this weekend for "Give Us A King: The Perils of Political Salvation", a timely, prophetic message on the current condition of our country and what God's people can do about it.
King Joram demanded, "Do you come in peace, Jehu?"Jehu replied, "How can there be peace as long as the idolatry and witchcraft of your mother, Jezebel, are all around us?"
2 Kings 9:22
We are in the midst of a spiritual battle for the soul of America.
Yet a countless number of clueless Christians continue to believe the solution is purely political. Our vote does matter! But there is much more work to be done to recover our country for God.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message on how we can and must win the war with one of Satan's most powerful principalities--"The Spirit of Jezebel".
Watch out for people who cause divisions and upset people's faith by teaching things contrary to what you have been taught. Stay away from them. Such people are not serving Christ our Lord; they are serving their own personal interests. By smooth talk and glowing words they deceive innocent people. Romans 16:17-19 NLT
The term 'gaslighting' derives from the 1944 movie 'Gaslight', in which a husband uses trickery to convince his wife that she is mentally ill so he can steal from her. This is exactly how the modern American Marxist/Socialist political party in power is 'gaslighting' Americans with lies and deception so they can steal our country. But enough is enough!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray exposes the plot against our Republic in the message, "Gaslighting America".
Everyone who is called by My name, whom I have created for My glory; I have formed him, yes, I have made him. Isaiah 43:7
Do you realize that all the clues for discovering God's purpose for your life are contained in how God has designed you?
"Your design is perfect for your purpose. Whatever you were born to do whatever God has purposed for your life—you are equipped with all the abilities, talents, gifts, capacities, and potential you need to fulfill it." Miles Munroe
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message, that we are all uniquely "Designed For A Purpose".
But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, by the Spirit of the Lord. 2 Corinthians 3:18
Last week we learned that God's ultimate purpose is to 'conform us to the image' and character of His Son. This week we will learn how He does it. And what we can do to cooperate.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message, "You Become What You Behold".
All things work together for good to them who are the called according to His purpose…to be conformed to the image of His Son. Romans 8:29-30
Many Christians confuse a partial purpose of God with His ultimate purpose, which is to conform us to the character of Christ. Understanding God’s ultimate purpose puts us in a position to know that all things that happen to us are working together toward that one glorious goal.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message on "God's Ultimate Purpose", and why it matters so much in developing a biblical worldview!
For David, after he had served the purpose of God in his own generation, fell asleep, and was laid among his fathers. Acts 13:36
God not only created you for a purpose; He also placed you at this particular time in history for your purpose to be performed.
Dr. Miles Munroe “God’s purpose is not hindered by our past. You are not too old to resume your purpose. Nothing you have done can cancel your purpose. The world is waiting on you to produce your purpose.”
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray’s presentation of the biblical worldview on the purpose of our existence and why now is the particular timing for its expression; truly, we are all born “For Such A Time As This”!
The Lord has made everything for its own purpose... Proverbs 16:4
A worldview determines how one answers these critical questions: "Why am I here?" "Does life have any meaning?" "Is there any purpose for my existence?"
The Darwinists tell us we live in a random, directionless universe of endless, unpredictable evolution; the Nihilists tell us that existence is senseless, useless, and ends in nothingness; the Epicureans believe that the universe is without creator, purposeless, and governed by chance. But how does the biblical worldview answer these critical questions?
You will be informed and inspired if you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's presentation of the "Biblical Worldview" on the incredibly important subject of "Purpose".
Were they ashamed when they had committed abomination? No! They were not at all ashamed; nor did they know how to blush. Jeremiah 6:15
America has fallen headlong into the abyss of sexual sin and perversion, as evidenced by “Pride Month”, a celebration of one of the deadliest sins in the Bible. Meanwhile, one might ask, “Where is the Church?”
This weekend Pastor Ray’s presentation is of the biblical worldview on the subject of sexual perversion and its cause, the deadly sin of pride; "Pride Month: The Celebration of Sin".
"Having an abortion is no different from someone having their tonsils removed. "
Sen. Elizabeth Warren
The socialist Senator from Massachusetts expresses the secular worldview held by many Americans today. But the Psalmist David expresses the biblical worldview of a baby in the womb...
For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother's womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well. My frame was not hidden from You, when I was made in secret and skillfully wrought in the lowest parts of the earth. Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written, the days fashioned for me, when as yet there were none of them.
Psalm 139:13-16
The overturning of Roe V. Wade is just the beginning of the battle for the life of the unborn! We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's definitive message on "The Sin of Abortion".
Man shall not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. Matthew 4:4
All worldviews begin with an ultimate presupposition as to who (or what) has the authority to set the moral and ethical standards by which men ought to live. The biblical worldview presupposes that the Bible is the very Word of God, the standard of truth by which human life is to be lived and all things are to be judged. Our ultimate destination depends upon this foundation.
Genesis 1:26 Then God said, "Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion…
Everyone, whether they are conscious of it or not, has a worldview that determines how they answer the great questions of life, like, “Who is God?”, or “What Is Man?”. One worldview sees man as a God-like being, while another says that man is merely a highly-evolved animal. But what does the Bible say?
We hope you can be with us this weekend at Pastor Ray continues our series on “Developing a Biblical Worldview” with some surprising answers to the critical question, “What Is Man?”
What comes into our mind when we think about God is the most important thing about us. A.W. Tozer
The first four words in the Bible provide us with the proper starting point for developing a biblical worldview. Our foundational operating assumption about the nature of reality must begin where the Bible begins...with an Almighty Creator-God.
Thy Kingdom Come, Part 2: Battle For Your Mind.
For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he. What he thinks is whathe really is. Proverbs 23:7 (TEV)
The Christian calling is not only to save souls but also to save minds. Charles Colson
America is now engaged in a war of worldviews in conflict but the biggest battlefield for born-again believers is the battlefield of the mind. Here's how to win it.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "Developing A Biblical Worldview" series teaching on "The Battle For Your Mind."
Thy Kingdom Come, Part 1: Developing A Biblical Worldview
"Your eye is a lamp that provides light for your body. When your eye is good, your whole body is filled with light. But when your eye is bad, your whole body is filled with darkness. And if the light you think you have is actually darkness, how deep that darkness is!"
Matthew 6:22-23 (NLT)
Everyone has a worldview, an 'eye' or 'filter' through which they see and evaluate the world around them. So the question becomes, "Is our worldview good or bad?"
“The church’s singular failure in recent decades has been the failure to see Christianity as a life system, or worldview that governs every area of existence.”
Charles Colson
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a life-changing new teaching series, "Thy Kingdom Come: Developing A Biblical Worldview."
Discerning God's will requires that we understand how the will of God is expressed 7 different ways in scripture.
God, through our forefathers, has established jurisdictional boundaries and limits regarding the exercise of governmental authority and power.
To remove or redefine these boundaries and limits puts us in great peril, as individuals and as a nation. The 'ancient landmarks' must be maintained!
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, "Remove Not The Ancient Landmarks", a prophetic picture of what's going on in America and what God's people can do about it.
"For I am the Lord, I do not change.” Malachi 3:6
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Do not be carried about with various and strange doctrines. Hebrews 13:8-9
Few things have hindered the effectiveness of the Church and the cause of Christ more than the unbiblical, deceptive doctrines of the theological system known as Dispensationalism. And yet many American Christians don't even know what it is, what's wrong with it, and why it has to go!
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray seeks to slay a 'sacred cow' that has misled the church for far too long. Come hear the message on "Dismantling Dispensationalism".
Then the serpent said to the woman, "You will not surely die. For God knows that in the day you eat of it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil." Genesis 3:4-5
Barna Research Poll: 58% of all Americans surveyed agreed that ‘identifying moral truth’ is up to each individual; there are no moral absolutes that apply to everyone, all the time. American culture has descended into the decadence of Israel during the evil days of the Book of Judges...
In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. Judges 21:25
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's prophetic analysis of what ails us and how we can turn it around in Part 2 of the message, "And You Shall Be Like God".
And you will be like God, knowing good and evil... Genesis 3:4
Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight! Isaiah 5:20-21
Nothing proves the depravity of our anti-Christian culture more than how it is seeking to redefine good and evil apart from the revelation of God.
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray reveals how the same sin that separated the human race from its Creator is being repeated today and what we must do to turn it around.
Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once for all delivered unto the saints. Jude 3
One of the causes for the current critical condition of our country has been the Church's failure to contend for the Christian faith our fathers entrusted to us. But the tide is about to turn.
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray continues our "Ask for the Old Paths" series with a compelling message entitled, "Contending for the Faith".
The anger of the Lord our God burst out against us because we failed to ask God how to move it properly…after the due order. 1 Chronicles 15:13
Even the great King David failed in his first attempt to restore the Ark of God's glory to Israel. He made the same mistake many American churches are making today.
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray continues our "Ask For The Old Paths" series with a powerful prophetic message on "Bringing Back The Glory".
Before God would allow Israel to fight its first battle for their Promised Land, He commanded Joshua to undertake a task that would restore the generational connection that had been lost by their fathers in the wilderness. A similar assignment now falls upon the spiritual fathers of our own day!
We hope you enjoy the conclusion of Pastor Ray's teaching series, "Restoring Generational Connections".
Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord. And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers, or else I will come and strike the land with a curse. Malachi 4:5-6
God's word tells us that generational connection brings God's blessing but generational disconnection brings a curse. But what many don't realize is that generational connections can only succeed where there is honor and will always fail where there is dishonor.
We hope you enjoy Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message on "Restoring Generational Connections".
Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord. And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers, or else I will come and strike the land with a curse. ~Malachi 4:5-6
Before Christ comes down, an ‘Elijah’ ministry must rise up to restore the generational connections that release the covenental blessings of God upon the land.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 8 of Pastor Ray's "Ask for the Old Paths" series, "Restoring Generational Connections".
Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord. And he will turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers, or else I will come and strike the land with a curse. Malachi 4:5-6
Before Christ comes down, an ‘Elijah’ ministry must rise up, preparing the way of the Lord by restoring the generational connection between the fathers and their children.
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message , "Restoring Generational Connections".
"Cheap grace is the deadly enemy of the Church. It has been the ruin of more Christians than any commandment of works." ~Dietrich Bonhoeffer
This great Lutheran Pastor/Theologian believed that the preaching of 'cheap grace' in Germany's Christian churches paved the way for Adolf Hitler's rise to power prior to World War II. Have American churches made a similar mistake with a similar consequence?
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's plea to slay the 'sacred cow' of "Cheap Grace".
Our modern methods of evangelism have filled our American churches with counterfeit converts resting in a false assurance of salvation because of faith in a prayer that has no basis in the Bible.
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray teaches on the unscriptural nature of the so-called 'Sinner's Prayer', and why it's a 'sacred cow' that must be killed.
The 'Sinner's Prayer' has sent more people to hell than all the bars in America. ~Leonard Ravenhill
Our modern methods of evangelism have filled our American churches with counterfeit converts resting in a false assurance of salvation because of faith in a prayer that has no basis in the Bible.
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray teaches on the unscriptural nature of the so-called 'Sinner's Prayer', and why it's a 'sacred cow' that must be killed.
The Lord said to my Lord, "Sit at my right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool." Psalm 110:1
Will the church be victorious or defeated before the 2nd coming of Christ? Our answer matters. Because what we believe about the future, (our eschatology), affects our present. While the church is waiting for Jesus to come down, Jesus is waiting for the church to stand up!
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray 'kills' the 'sacred cow' of the defeatist view of the future that has paralyzed the people of God.
And the the Lord said to Gideon, "Take your father's young bull, the second bull of seven years old, and tear down the altar of Baal that your father has, and cut down the wooden image that is beside it; and build an altar to the Lord your God on top of this rock in the proper arrangement, and take the second bull and offer a burnt sacrifice with the wood of the image which you shall cut down." Judges 6:25-26
God is raising up a new 'Gideon's Army' in this hour. But before we can go to battle we must kill some 'sacred cows', the dearly held doctrines, beliefs and traditions that are producing counterfeit Christians and imprisoning God's people in a political paralysis.
We hope you can be with us as Pastor Ray continues our "Ask For The Old Paths" series with a message entitled, "Killing Sacred Cows".
"Not everyone who calls out to me, 'Lord! Lord!' will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Only those who actually do the will of my Father in heaven will enter." Matthew 7:21
It is time to deconstruct the convenient Christianity of our modern American church culture and return to our roots--radical obedience to Christ.
We hope you enjoy Part 2 of our "Ask For The Old Paths" series: "An Inconvenient Christianity".
Thus says the Lord: "Stand in the ways and see, and ask for the old paths, where the good way is, and walk in it; then you will find rest for your souls.” Jeremiah 6:16
With our nation at the crossroads, God's prophetic word to His backslidden people through the prophet Jeremiah apply to the church in America today. Israel refused to listen and came under judgment. How will we respond?
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a new teaching series that offers some Divine direction for our turbulent times: "Ask for the Old Paths".
So they called them and commanded them not to speak at all nor teach in the name of Jesus. Acts 4:18
America's founding fathers understood the unbreakable connection between freedom of religion and freedom of speech and guaranteed us both in the 1st Amendment. Today, both are under attack. If we fail to fight for these freedoms now we may soon lose both.
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, "Fighting For Our Freedom Of Speech".
"To be more safe they at length became willing to run the risk of being less free." Alexander Hamilton
The modern American Marxists now controlling our government are offering us safety at the expense of our freedom. Which will we choose?
We hope you can enjoy Pastor Ray's compelling message about "The Choice Before Us".
"Heroism is the lost chord of present-day Christianity. A soldier without heroism is a chocolate soldier." ~C.T. Studd
The Christian church in America has been feminized to the point where we have forgotten how to fight. But there is an army rising up!
We hope you enjoy Part 2 of Pastor Ray's series, "The Soul of a Warrior".
Once again, as in the days of David and Goliath, God's enemies have seized the battlefield, blaspheming God and silencing God's people in fear. When will we rise up and say, "Enough!"?
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, "Is There Not A Cause?"
Once again, as in the days of David and Goliath, God's enemies have seized the battlefield, blaspheming God and silencing God's people in fear. When will we rise up and say, "Enough!"?
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, "Is There Not A Cause?"
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Ephesians 6:12
In Tolkein's Lord of the Rings, King Theoden was under the evil influence of Grima Wormtongue.
Today, many of our own political leaders are under the evil influence of similar demonic power. Our real enemy is not flesh and blood.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message, "Warring With Wormtongue".
Do not keep silent, O God! Do not hold Your peace, and do not be still, O God! For behold, Your enemies make a tumult; and those who hate You have lifted up their head. They have said, "Come, and let us cut them off from being a nation..." Psalm 83:1-2,4
We are being bombarded with bad news and threatened by those who want to reshape America as a socialist nation. But God is at work in the midst of the chaos, even when He seems to be silent.
We hope you enjoy this encouraging message from Pastor Ray, "When God Seems Silent".
Remember the days of old, consider the years of many generations. Ask your father and he will show you, your elders and they will tell you. Deuteronomy 32:7
The Critical Race Theorist's attempt to rewrite American history is right out of the Marxist playbook and exposes their evil agenda to divide and conquer our country using the issue of race.
We hope you can enjoy watching as Pastor Ray continues his teaching series on "Critical Race Theory: The Christian Solution" with a special 4th of July message, "The Hijacking of American History".
1 Samuel 16:7 The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.
The Christian cure for the evils of Critical Race Theory and those who seek to divide and conquer America can come from the Church that knows how to deal with the problem of prejudice, in all its forms.
We hope you enjoy watching as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "Critical Race Theory: The Christian Solution" with a message on "The Problem With Prejudice".
Accuse the other side of that which you are guilty. ~Joseph Goebbels, Adolf Hitler's Minister of Propaganda
Critical Race Theorists accuse all white people of racism. But in reality, they are the real racists.
We hope you can enjoy listening as Pastor Ray McCollum continues to expose the true nature of those behind the movement that is splitting our nation in half and offers the Christian response to it.
Therefore, from now on, we regard no one according to the flesh... 2 Corinthians 5:16
Critical Race Theory is poisoning our young people, invading our institutions, and bringing us to the brink of a race war. What is the Christian solution?
We hope you enjoy as Pastor Ray presents a biblical response to the most challenging cultural issue of our time.
You cannot defeat what you cannot define, Senator Tom Delay
Critical Race Theory is an ideology that is polluting our institutions, poisoning our young people, and bringing our nation to the brink of a race war. Yet many Christians don't even know what it is!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our Freedom Series with a message that exposes this unfruitful work of darkness and how it can be overcome.
And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them. Ephesians 5:11
"The current cultural moment is precarious. The United States is on the verge of a race war, if not a complete cultural meltdown." Pastor Voddie Baucham
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray McCollum exposes the insidious agenda of the neo-Marxists who seek to overthrow America under the cloak of 'social justice'.
And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather expose them. Ephesians 5:11
"The current cultural moment is precarious. The United States is on the verge of a race war, if not a complete cultural meltdown." Pastor Voddie Baucham
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray McCollum exposes the insidious agenda of the neo-Marxists who seek to overthrow America under the cloak of 'social justice'.
God is using the toxic political climate and the sins of our secular culture to raise up an army of Christian 'dissidents', those who will oppose the official policies of a rising totalitarian state with the weapon of Truth. Will you enlist?
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray begins a new series of messages inspired by Rod Dreher's classic book on how the Church can resist and eventually overthrow the satanic strategy to destroy America.
God is using the toxic political climate and the sins of our secular culture to raise up an army of Christian 'dissidents', those who will oppose the official policies of a rising totalitarian state with the weapon of Truth. Will you enlist?
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray begins a new series of messages inspired by Rod Dreher's classic book on how the Church can resist and eventually overthrow the satanic strategy to destroy America.
There is no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1
Many of God's people are victimized by the Devil, the accuser of the brethren, because they have never learned to discern the difference between conviction and condemnation.
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, "Conviction Versus Condemnation", truth that will set you free.
There is no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:1
Many of God's people are victimized by the Devil, the accuser of the brethren, because they have never learned to discern the difference between conviction and condemnation.
We hope you enjoy Pastor Ray's message, "Conviction Versus Condemnation", truth that will set you free.
The secret of man is the secret of man's responsibility. Vaclav Havel
God does not always hold us responsible for what happens to us. But He will always hold us responsible for how we respond to what happens to us. The path to Christian maturity begins with taking 100% responsibility for our lives.
We hope you are blessed by Part 2 of Pastor Ray's teaching on "The Blame Game".
The secret of man is the secret of man's responsibility. Vaclav Havel
God does not always hold us responsible for what happens to us. But He will always hold us responsible for how we respond to what happens to us. The path to Christian maturity begins with taking 100% responsibility for our lives.
We hope you are blessed by Part 2 of Pastor Ray's teaching on "The Blame Game".
Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, "Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down. Revelation 12:10-11
Satan introduced the ‘Blame Game’ to the human race in the Garden of Eden and is still using it today to bring people and nations into bondage. But knowing the truth can make us free!
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray continues our "Freedom" teaching series with "The Blame Game".
Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, "Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down. Revelation 12:10-11
Satan introduced the ‘Blame Game’ to the human race in the Garden of Eden and is still using it today to bring people and nations into bondage. But knowing the truth can make us free!
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray continues our "Freedom" teaching series with "The Blame Game".
Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, "Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down." Revelation 12:10
Accusation is Satan's subtlest weapon in his war with the saints. Only a knowledge of the truth can set us free from it.
Enjoy Pastor Ray's 4th message in the "Freedom" series, "Overcoming the Accuser".
Then I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, "Now salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of His Christ have come, for the accuser of our brethren, who accused them before our God day and night, has been cast down." Revelation 12:10
Accusation is Satan's subtlest weapon in his war with the saints. Only a knowledge of the truth can set us free from it.
Enjoy Pastor Ray's 4th message in the "Freedom" series, "Overcoming the Accuser".
Lest Satan should take advantage of us, for we are not ignorant of his devices. 2 Corinthians 2:11
We are in a warfare for our souls and the very soul of our nation, yet many of God's people remain ignorant of the devil's devices. Do not be deceived! This is a war we can win!
Enjoy part 3 of Pastor Ray's teaching series, "Freedom in the Crosshairs".
Lest Satan should take advantage of us, for we are not ignorant of his devices. 2 Corinthians 2:11
We are in a warfare for our souls and the very soul of our nation, yet many of God's people remain ignorant of the devil's devices. Do not be deceived! This is a war we can win!
Enjoy part 3 of Pastor Ray's teaching series, "Freedom in the Crosshairs".
The greatest lie ever told brought the entire human race into bondage. But the knowledge of the truth can set us free!
We hope you enjoy the 2nd message in Pastor Ray's series, "Freedom in the Crosshairs".
The greatest lie ever told brought the entire human race into bondage. But the knowledge of the truth can set us free!
We hope you enjoy the 2nd message in Pastor Ray's series, "Freedom in the Crosshairs".
Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
Jesus taught us that there is a dynamic connection between truth and freedom. Today, both are under attack. What is the Christian to do?
Pastor Ray begins a new teaching series on the subject, "Freedom in the Crosshairs".
Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
Jesus taught us that there is a dynamic connection between truth and freedom. Today, both are under attack. What is the Christian to do?
Pastor Ray begins a new teaching series on the subject, "Freedom in the Crosshairs".
And they went before the king, and spoke concerning the king's decree: "Have you not signed a decree that every man who petitions any god or man within thirty days, except you, O king, shall be cast into the den of lions?" Daniel 6:12
The growing threat to our religious liberty and freedom of speech will come as no surprise to those who understand Babylonian political systems.
The prophet Daniel is our model for what lies ahead for Christians in America and how we must deal with it.
Watch Pastor Ray's timely message, "Daniel in the Lion's Den".
And they went before the king, and spoke concerning the king's decree: "Have you not signed a decree that every man who petitions any god or man within thirty days, except you, O king, shall be cast into the den of lions?" Daniel 6:12
The growing threat to our religious liberty and freedom of speech will come as no surprise to those who understand Babylonian political systems.
The prophet Daniel is our model for what lies ahead for Christians in America and how we must deal with it.
Watch Pastor Ray's timely message, "Daniel in the Lion's Den".
Remember the word that I said to you, 'A servant is not greater than his master.' If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you. John 15:12
The current culture of American Christianity is largely unprepared for the escalation of political persecution coming to its door. Are you prepared?
Pastor Ray turns again to the Book of Daniel for prophetic instruction on how God's people can survive, and even thrive, in the midst of a hostile political environment.
Remember the word that I said to you, 'A servant is not greater than his master.' If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you. John 15:12
The current culture of American Christianity is largely unprepared for the escalation of political persecution coming to its door. Are you prepared?
Pastor Ray turns again to the Book of Daniel for prophetic instruction on how God's people can survive, and even thrive, in the midst of a hostile political environment.
When you sit down to eat with a ruler, consider carefully what is before you; And put a knife to your throat if you are a man given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Proverbs 23:1-3
God is not much concerned that His people are living in Babylon; He is concerned about how much of Babylon is living in His people.
Pastor Ray shares a powerful prophetic message on how God preserves His people in the midst of an increasingly hostile political culture.
When you sit down to eat with a ruler, consider carefully what is before you; And put a knife to your throat if you are a man given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Proverbs 23:1-3
God is not much concerned that His people are living in Babylon; He is concerned about how much of Babylon is living in His people.
Pastor Ray shares a powerful prophetic message on how God preserves His people in the midst of an increasingly hostile political culture.
When you sit down to eat with a ruler, consider carefully what is before you; And put a knife to your throat if you are a man given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Proverbs 23:1-3
Our new political 'rulers' are putting some very deceptive 'meat and drink' on the table. Beware!
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray continues the "Welcome to the Jungle" series with a powerful prophetic teaching on the biblical principle of how human hearts are revealed when "Tested At The Table".
When you sit down to eat with a ruler, consider carefully what is before you; And put a knife to your throat if you are a man given to appetite. Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food. Proverbs 23:1-3
Our new political 'rulers' are putting some very deceptive 'meat and drink' on the table. Beware!
We hope you enjoy this sermon as Pastor Ray continues the "Welcome to the Jungle" series with a powerful prophetic teaching on the biblical principle of how human hearts are revealed when "Tested At The Table".
The Book of Daniel gives us God's guidelines for living a Christian life in the midst of an anti-Christian political climate like Babylon. The first step is a from-the-heart commitment to refuse all forms of worldly defilement.
We hope you enjoy Part 3 of Pastor Ray's teaching series, "Welcome to the Jungle".
The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. Max de Pree
The reality is that for the first time in our nation's history, Christians in America are under full assault, whether they realize it or not. But fear not! God's word teaches us how to survive and thrive even under oppressive political conditions.
The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. Max de Pree
The reality is that for the first time in our nation's history, Christians in America are under full assault, whether they realize it or not. But fear not! God's word teaches us how to survive and thrive even under oppressive political conditions.
Jeremiah 12:5 "If you have run with the footmen, and they have wearied you, then how can you contend with horses? And if in the land of peace, in which you trusted, they wearied you, then how will you do in the floodplain of the Jordan?
Christians are about to wake up in the most spiritually toxic political climate in American history. Is your kind of Christianity up for it?
Jeremiah 12:5 "If you have run with the footmen, and they have wearied you, then how can you contend with horses? And if in the land of peace, in which you trusted, they wearied you, then how will you do in the floodplain of the Jordan?
Christians are about to wake up in the most spiritually toxic political climate in American history. Is your kind of Christianity up for it?
Then the Lord said to Gideon, "By the three hundred men who lapped I will save you, and deliver the Midianites into your hand. Judges 7:7
God is raising up an army, as in the days of Gideon, that can deliver God's out-numbered people from the hand of those who come to pillage the land.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message, "There Is An Army Rising Up".
Then the Lord said to Gideon, "By the three hundred men who lapped I will save you, and deliver the Midianites into your hand. Judges 7:7
God is raising up an army, as in the days of Gideon, that can deliver God's out-numbered people from the hand of those who come to pillage the land.
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message, "There Is An Army Rising Up".
He divided the Red Sea...He made Israel pass through the midst of it but overthrew Pharaoh and his armies in the sea...for His mercy endures forever. - Psalm 106:9-10
The prophets are declaring that God is lining us up for a spiritual revival (redux) of Israel’s great deliverance at the Red Sea. If this is true let His people rejoice and let His enemies beware!
Do not keep silent, O God! Do not hold Your peace, and do not be still, O God! For behold, Your enemies make a tumult; and those who hate You have lifted up their head. - Psalm 83:1-2
The battle is raging for the soul America and the Army of God must learn how to pray with holy violence!
You shall dispossess the inhabitants of the land and dwell in it, for I have given you the land to possess. Numbers 33:53
God gave Israel a land to possess on condition of dispossessing those who would take it away.
Thanksgiving is not a holiday--it is a way of life. There is power in a 'holy violent' commitment to thanksgiving, praise and worship.
The fall of King Saul is a prophetic warning to the temptation to stop short of full obedience to God. Compromise can kill you
The fall of King Saul is a prophetic warning to the temptation to stop short of full obedience to God. Compromise can kill you
And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent take it by force. - Matthew 11:12
As the fate of our nation hangs in the balance, the time has come for the true Church of God to rise up and recover what the enemy is trying to steal. We do not need physical force. But we do need "Holy Violence".
And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffers violence, and the violent take it by force. - Matthew 11:12
As the fate of our nation hangs in the balance, the time has come for the true Church of God to rise up and recover what the enemy is trying to steal. We do not need physical force. But we do need "Holy Violence".
How long, O Lord, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to you, "Violence!" but you do not save? Why do you make me look at injustice? Why do you tolerate wrong? - Habakkuk 1:2-3
Has there ever been a time when the faith of God's people been so sorely tested? The answer is, 'yes'; and the little Book of Habakkuk offers prophetic encouragement for us in an hour when the forces of darkness seem to hold the upper hand.
How long, O Lord, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to you, "Violence!" but you do not save? Why do you make me look at injustice? Why do you tolerate wrong? - Habakkuk 1:2-3
Has there ever been a time when the faith of God's people been so sorely tested? The answer is, 'yes'; and the little Book of Habakkuk offers prophetic encouragement for us in an hour when the forces of darkness seem to hold the upper hand.
Some Christians complain that presidential elections force us to choose between ‘the lesser of 2 evils'; and since either choice is 'evil' they refuse to vote at all.
This kind of thinking could cost us our country.
Some Christians complain that presidential elections force us to choose between ‘the lesser of 2 evils'; and since either choice is 'evil' they refuse to vote at all.
This kind of thinking could cost us our country.
This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, so that you and your children may live. - Deuteronomy 30:19
Rev. Mark Creech has summed up our situation perfectly: "This is a time of great testing for our country. We are now at a tipping point, and the differences between the candidates and the two parties represented couldn’t be more precise."
This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, so that you and your children may live. - Deuteronomy 30:19
Rev. Mark Creech has summed up our situation perfectly: "This is a time of great testing for our country. We are now at a tipping point, and the differences between the candidates and the two parties represented couldn’t be more precise."
This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, so that you and your children may live. - Deuteronomy 30:19
Rev. Mark Creech has summed up our situation perfectly: "This is a time of great testing for our country. We are now at a tipping point, and the differences between the candidates and the two parties represented couldn’t be more precise."
This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, so that you and your children may live. - Deuteronomy 30:19
Rev. Mark Creech has summed up our situation perfectly: "This is a time of great testing for our country. We are now at a tipping point, and the differences between the candidates and the two parties represented couldn’t be more precise."
Whoever knows the right thing to do and fails to do it, to him it is sin. - James 4:7
As we approach the most important election in American history, statistics tell us that 40 million Christians will not vote at all and 15 million are not even registered to vote. How can these things be?
Whoever knows the right thing to do and fails to do it, to him it is sin. - James 4:7
As we approach the most important election in American history, statistics tell us that 40 million Christians will not vote at all and 15 million are not even registered to vote. How can these things be?
"Not until I went into the churches of America and heard her pulpits aflame with righteousness did I understand the secret of her genius and power. America is great because she is good, and if America ever ceases to be good, she will cease to be great." - French historian Alexis de Tocqueville, 1835
Many are not aware of the fact that America's Christian pulpits shaped the formation and foundation of our great nation. But why are so many of them silent in our present day?
"Not until I went into the churches of America and heard her pulpits aflame with righteousness did I understand the secret of her genius and power. America is great because she is good, and if America ever ceases to be good, she will cease to be great." - French historian Alexis de Tocqueville, 1835
Many are not aware of the fact that America's Christian pulpits shaped the formation and foundation of our great nation. But why are so many of them silent in our present day?
“If Satan rules in our halls of legislation, the pulpit is responsible for it. If our politics become so corrupt that the very foundations of our government are ready to fall away, the pulpit is responsible for it.” - Rev. Charles G. Finney
As the fate of our nation hangs in the balance, God will hold His ministers accountable for which way she goes.
“If Satan rules in our halls of legislation, the pulpit is responsible for it. If our politics become so corrupt that the very foundations of our government are ready to fall away, the pulpit is responsible for it.” - Rev. Charles G. Finney
As the fate of our nation hangs in the balance, God will hold His ministers accountable for which way she goes.
Then all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel at Ramah, and said to him, "Look, you are old, and your sons do not walk in your ways. Now give us a king to judge us like all the other nations have." - 1 Samuel 8:4-5 (1050 B.C.)
America, as a nation, is coming to a defining moment on the November 3rd election day. It may surprise you to see the similarities with an election day in Israel that took place over a thousand years before the birth of Christ.
Then all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel at Ramah, and said to him, "Look, you are old, and your sons do not walk in your ways. Now give us a king to judge us like all the other nations have." - 1 Samuel 8:4-5 (1050 B.C.)
America, as a nation, is coming to a defining moment on the November 3rd election day. It may surprise you to see the similarities with an election day in Israel that took place over a thousand years before the birth of Christ.
Do not call conspiracy all that this people calls conspiracy, and do not fear what they fear, nor be in dread. - Isaiah 8:12
In her book "Republic of Lies", author Anna Merlan writes, "The greatest threat to society today is disinformation, misinformation, and the monetization of lies.”
It is true that American Christians are confronted every day with 'Fake News' and "Conspiracy Theories'. What is the right response?
Do not call conspiracy all that this people calls conspiracy, and do not fear what they fear, nor be in dread. - Isaiah 8:12
In her book "Republic of Lies", author Anna Merlan writes, "The greatest threat to society today is disinformation, misinformation, and the monetization of lies.”
It is true that American Christians are confronted every day with 'Fake News' and "Conspiracy Theories'. What is the right response?
Now the Spirit expressly says that in the latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, speaking lies in hypocrisy...1 Timothy 4:1-2
“The great masses of the people will more easily fall victims to a big lie than to a small one.” - Adolf Hitler
Surveys show that a majority of American voters and an alarming number of professing Christians now lean toward socialism, a 'big lie' that is truly a 'doctrine of demons'.
Now the Spirit expressly says that in the latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, speaking lies in hypocrisy...1 Timothy 4:1-2
“The great masses of the people will more easily fall victims to a big lie than to a small one.” - Adolf Hitler
Surveys show that a majority of American voters and an alarming number of professing Christians now lean toward socialism, a 'big lie' that is truly a 'doctrine of demons'.
For the Son of man shall come in the glory of His Father with His angels; and then He shall reward every man according to His works. - Matthew 16:27
One of the most insidious signs of socialistic ideology is how it displaces the biblical doctrine of personal responsibility by creating a sense of victimization and entitlement in the people groups it seeks to control. Jesus was not a Socialist!
For the Son of man shall come in the glory of His Father with His angels; and then He shall reward every man according to His works. - Matthew 16:27
One of the most insidious signs of socialistic ideology is how it displaces the biblical doctrine of personal responsibility by creating a sense of victimization and entitlement in the people groups it seeks to control. Jesus was not a Socialist!
As a man thinks in his heart so is he. - Proverbs 23:7
America was founded on a Christian ideology (system of thinking). But an alien ideology now threatens the nation. Do you know what it looks like?
As a man thinks in his heart so is he. - Proverbs 23:7
America was founded on a Christian ideology (system of thinking). But an alien ideology now threatens the nation. Do you know what it looks like?
Be careful, Jesus said to them, be on your guard against the yeast (leaven) of the Pharisees and Sadducees...Then they understood that He did not tell them to beware of the leaven of bread, but of the teaching of the Pharisees and Sadducees." - Matthew 16:6,12
In Matthew 13, Jesus had taught His disciples that the Kingdom of God would leaven the earth like yeast leavens bread. But in Matthew 16 He warned them to beware of another kind of yeast...bad teaching.
Be careful, Jesus said to them, be on your guard against the yeast (leaven) of the Pharisees and Sadducees...Then they understood that He did not tell them to beware of the leaven of bread, but of the teaching of the Pharisees and Sadducees." - Matthew 16:6,12
In Matthew 13, Jesus had taught His disciples that the Kingdom of God would leaven the earth like yeast leavens bread. But in Matthew 16 He warned them to beware of another kind of yeast...bad teaching.
Another parable He spoke to them: "The kingdom of heaven is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal till it was all leavened." - Matthew 13:33
Jesus leavened the earth with the Kingdom of God and promised us that it would leaven the whole world. So how does it happen that the socialists seem to be using the principle of the leaven better than the Christians?
Another parable He spoke to them: "The kingdom of heaven is like leaven, which a woman took and hid in three measures of meal till it was all leavened." - Matthew 13:33
Jesus leavened the earth with the Kingdom of God and promised us that it would leaven the whole world. So how does it happen that the socialists seem to be using the principle of the leaven better than the Christians?
Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. - Matthew 10:16
Jesus warned His disciples of days like ours. We seem to be surrounded by wolves. But the wolves won't win.
Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. - Matthew 10:16
Jesus warned His disciples of days like ours. We seem to be surrounded by wolves. But the wolves won't win.
“There’s a reason why some state and local governments are clearing the way for Black Lives Matter protesters while simultaneously putting severe restrictions on churches and synagogues. They hate God.” - Larry Alex Taunton
"National socialism and religion cannot exist together." - Adolph Hitler
We are witnessing an all-out assault on Christianity in America, led by those who call themselves Democratic Socialists. Yet many of God's people don't realize that socialism is atheism masquerading as political philosophy.
“There’s a reason why some state and local governments are clearing the way for Black Lives Matter protesters while simultaneously putting severe restrictions on churches and synagogues. They hate God.” - Larry Alex Taunton
"National socialism and religion cannot exist together." - Adolph Hitler
We are witnessing an all-out assault on Christianity in America, led by those who call themselves Democratic Socialists. Yet many of God's people don't realize that socialism is atheism masquerading as political philosophy.
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. - 2 Corinthians 5:16-17
From now on, we regard no one according to the flesh…Becoming a Christian means a change in the way we see things; including things related to race. The key to eradicating racism is the revelation that comes when we learn to see as God sees.
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. - 2 Corinthians 5:16-17
From now on, we regard no one according to the flesh…Becoming a Christian means a change in the way we see things; including things related to race. The key to eradicating racism is the revelation that comes when we learn to see as God sees.
A house divided against itself cannot stand. - Abraham Lincoln
A great President quoted the words of Jesus during a bloody civil war that almost destroyed our nation. Today we stand on the brink of a 2nd Civil War. And the central issue, once again, is a racial issue. Does the Church have a solution?
A house divided against itself cannot stand. - Abraham Lincoln
A great President quoted the words of Jesus during a bloody civil war that almost destroyed our nation. Today we stand on the brink of a 2nd Civil War. And the central issue, once again, is a racial issue. Does the Church have a solution?
Therefore from now on we recognize no man according to the flesh. - 2 Corinthians 5:15
The spirit of antichrist, working through those who would turn America into a socialist nation, seeks to divide us on the basis of race. But can the Church provide the solution?
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray addresses one of the key issues of the day.
Therefore from now on we recognize no man according to the flesh. - 2 Corinthians 5:15
The spirit of antichrist, working through those who would turn America into a socialist nation, seeks to divide us on the basis of race. But can the Church provide the solution?
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray addresses one of the key issues of the day.
If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do? - Psalm 11:3
The spirit of antichrist, operating through those who would turn America into a socialist nation, has come to destroy the foundations of God-ordained government: in the home, the Church, and the nation.
If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do? - Psalm 11:3
The spirit of antichrist, operating through those who would turn America into a socialist nation, has come to destroy the foundations of God-ordained government: in the home, the Church, and the nation.
Do not call anyone on earth your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven. - Matthew 23:9
Why did Jesus tell us to call no one one earth our Father? The answer will surprise you. We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's special Father's Day message. It's one you won't forget.
Do not call anyone on earth your father; for One is your Father, He who is in heaven. - Matthew 23:9
Why did Jesus tell us to call no one one earth our Father? The answer will surprise you. We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's special Father's Day message. It's one you won't forget.
For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work... - 2 Thessalonians 2:7
The spirit of antichrist, masquerading as social reform, is driving the current widespread outbreak of rebellion against civil authority; including the call to do away with the police. What does the Bible have to say about it?
For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work... - 2 Thessalonians 2:7
The spirit of antichrist, masquerading as social reform, is driving the current widespread outbreak of rebellion against civil authority; including the call to do away with the police. What does the Bible have to say about it?
Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. - 1 Corinthians 9:26
In a bullfight, a powerful animal is defeated by a much less powerful creature because he does not realize that his real enemy is the matador, not the cape! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "Exposing the Spirit of Antichrist", defining our real enemy in the current crisis.
Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. - 1 Corinthians 9:26
In a bullfight, a powerful animal is defeated by a much less powerful creature because he does not realize that his real enemy is the matador, not the cape! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "Exposing the Spirit of Antichrist", defining our real enemy in the current crisis.
The spirit of antichrist is already here... -1 John 4:3
The spirit of antichrist is operating through the political agenda of those whose goal is National Socialism. This spirit is atheistic at its core.
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. - Ephesians 5:11
God is exposing the spirit of antichrist that is now at work in our government to transform America into a socialist nation. The Church must wake up!
Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. - Ephesians 5:11
God is exposing the spirit of antichrist that is now at work in our government to transform America into a socialist nation. The Church must wake up!
“Socialism places man, and ultimately the State, in the place of God. Man becomes owned by other men, instead of by his Maker. Socialism is an entirely humanistic, God-denying, God-usurping belief.” - Joel McDurmon in "God Versus Socialism"
We hope you can be with us for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message, "Exposing the Spirit of Antichrist" as it is now at work in the halls of American government, and what the Church must do about it.
“Socialism places man, and ultimately the State, in the place of God. Man becomes owned by other men, instead of by his Maker. Socialism is an entirely humanistic, God-denying, God-usurping belief.” - Joel McDurmon in "God Versus Socialism"
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message, "Exposing the Spirit of Antichrist" as it is now at work in the halls of American government, and what the Church must do about it.
“Socialism places man, and ultimately the State, in the place of God. Man becomes owned by other men, instead of by his Maker. Socialism is an entirely humanistic, God-denying, God-usurping belief.” - Joel McDurmon in "God Versus Socialism"
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message, "Exposing the Spirit of Antichrist" as it is now at work in the halls of American government, and what the Church must do about it.
The spirit of antichrist is already here...1 John 4:3
The spirit of antichrist is operating through the political agenda of those whose goal is National Socialism. This spirit is atheistic at its core.
And this is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard was coming, and is now already in the world. - 1 John 4:3
The Christian church in America continues to look for the Antichrist who is coming instead of learning how to recognize the spirit of antichrist that is already here-- and actively at work in our government. When will we wake up?
And this is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard was coming, and is now already in the world. - 1 John 4:3
The Christian church in America continues to look for the Antichrist who is coming instead of learning how to recognize the spirit of antichrist that is already here-- and actively at work in our government. When will we wake up?
The Corona virus crisis is exposing us to a danger deadlier than the disease. Will the church know how to handle it?
We ought to obey God rather than men. - Acts 5:29
The Corona virus crisis is exposing us to a danger deadlier than the disease; the coming collision of the civil government with the Kingdom of God. Will you know how to handle it?
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message on the prophetic implications of the current crisis.
We ought to obey God rather than men. - Acts 5:29
The Corona virus crisis is exposing us to a danger deadlier than the disease; the coming collision of the civil government with the Kingdom of God. Will you know how to handle it?
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message on the prophetic implications of the current crisis.
"Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock." - Matthew 7:24-25
We hope you can join us as Pastor Ray concludes our study of the 7 sayings of Jesus that, if we hear and do, will guarantee our house will withstand the storm.
The blame game is the human tendency to avoid personal responsibility for our lives. It's been with us since the Garden of Eden. It's time we stopped playing it.
"Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock." - Matthew 7:24-25
We hope you can join us as Pastor Ray concludes our study of the 7 sayings of Jesus that, if we hear and do, will guarantee our house will withstand the storm.
"If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. - Matthew 6:14-15
Many Christians assume that God will unconditionally forgive their sins. But Jesus taught us that unforgiveness is unforgivable! We hope you can join us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message on "Withstanding the Storms of Life".
"If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. - Matthew 6:14-15
Many Christians assume that God will unconditionally forgive their sins. But Jesus taught us that unforgiveness is unforgivable! We hope you can join us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message on "Withstanding the Storms of Life".
"Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock." - Matthew 7:24-25
The only to withstand the storms of this life is by hearing and doing what Jesus said in the Sermon on the Mount! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues his teaching series on "Security in the Storm".
"Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock." - Matthew 7:24-25
The only to withstand the storms of this life is by hearing and doing what Jesus said in the Sermon on the Mount! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues his teaching series on "Security in the Storm".
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though its waters roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with its swelling. - Psalm 46:1-3
The Corona virus pandemic is sweeping through the earth like a storm. But Jesus is Lord of the Storm! We hope you can join us for this weekend...
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, even though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; though its waters roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with its swelling. - Psalm 46:1-3
The Corona virus pandemic is sweeping through the earth like a storm. But Jesus is Lord of the Storm! We hope you can join us for this weekend...
When I see the blood, I will pass over you. - Exodus 12:13
The Passover is a perfect picture of the sheltering power of the blood of the Lamb when properly applied. Our protection from plagues depends upon knowing how to apply it!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series "Security in the Storm".
When I see the blood, I will pass over you. - Exodus 12:13
The Passover is a perfect picture of the sheltering power of the blood of the Lamb when properly applied. Our protection from plagues depends upon knowing how to apply it!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series "Security in the Storm".
Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me! For my soul trusts in You; And in the shadow of Your wings I will make my refuge, Until these calamities have passed by. I will cry out to God Most High, To God who performs all things for me. - Pslam 57"1-2
We hope you can join us this weekend for our Facebook Live stream service at www.facebook.com/ccnashville
Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me! For my soul trusts in You; And in the shadow of Your wings I will make my refuge, Until these calamities have passed by. I will cry out to God Most High, To God who performs all things for me. - Pslam 57"1-2
We hope you can join us this weekend for our Facebook Live stream service at www.facebook.com/ccnashville
Outdo one another in showing honor. - Romans 12:10 (ESV)
The quality of our Christian life will rise or fall on the question of how we relate to authority and to each other. Do we show honor or not?
We hope you can be with us this weekend!
Outdo one another in showing honor. - Romans 12:10 (ESV)
The quality of our Christian life will rise or fall on the question of how we relate to authority and to each other. Do we show honor or not?
We hope you can be with us this weekend!
Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment upon themselves. - Romans 13:1-2
The quality of your Christian life will rise or fall on the question of how you relate to authority.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on the "Unshakable Kingdom" with Part 2 of the message on "Kingdom Authority".
Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment upon themselves. - Romans 13:1-2
The quality of your Christian life will rise or fall on the question of how you relate to authority.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on the "Unshakable Kingdom" with Part 2 of the message on "Kingdom Authority".
I will open the windows of heaven and pour out for you such a blessing that that there will not be room enough to receive it. - Malachi 3:10
The blockage of the blessings we seek is not in God's ability to pour them out; it is in our ability to receive them. We can only receive as much from God as we are willing to make room for! We hope you can be with us for our special "Breakthrough" service this Friday night to hear Pastor Ray's life-changing message, "Making Room to Receive".
"In My name they will cast out demons...they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover." - Mark 16:17-18
The earthly ministry of Jesus was a demonstration of how the power of the Kingdom of God is released on earth as it is heaven. And we, too can follow His example when we learn to live under Kingdom authority. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Unshakable Kingdom".
"In My name they will cast out demons...they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover." - Mark 16:17-18
The earthly ministry of Jesus was a demonstration of how the power of the Kingdom of God is released on earth as it is heaven. And we, too can follow His example when we learn to live under Kingdom authority. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Unshakable Kingdom".
“The revelation of the Kingdom of God must not be just a verbal revelation—it must be the Word become flesh—we must see it as well as hear it”. - E. Stanley Jones
Most Christians know that Jesus Christ came in the flesh so He could die for our sins. But few realize that He also came in the flesh so we could see what the Kingdom of God looks like in action. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Unshakable Kingdom".
“The revelation of the Kingdom of God must not be just a verbal revelation—it must be the Word become flesh—we must see it as well as hear it”. - E. Stanley Jones
Most Christians know that Jesus Christ came in the flesh so He could die for our sins. But few realize that He also came in the flesh so we could see what the Kingdom of God looks like in action. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Unshakable Kingdom".
“The most pressing need of our age is—maturity. We are very immature people attempting to handle very mature problems. The gap between the maturity of our problems and the immaturity of our persons is the most serious problem on the planet.” - E. Stanley Jones, “Christian Maturity”
The immaturity in the Body of Christ can be overcome if we see the world through "Kingdom Glasses".
“The most pressing need of our age is—maturity. We are very immature people attempting to handle very mature problems. The gap between the maturity of our problems and the immaturity of our persons is the most serious problem on the planet.” - E. Stanley Jones, “Christian Maturity”
The immaturity in the Body of Christ can be overcome if we see the world through "Kingdom Glasses".
Unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God. - John 3:3
Jesus didn't say IF you are born again you WILL see the Kingdom. He said UNLESS you are born again you CANNOT see it. Many born-again believers do not yet truly "see" the Kingdom. And that's tragic because it is the most trans-formative revelation in the Bible! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a major new teaching series on "The Unshakable Kingdom."
Unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God. - John 3:3
Jesus didn't say IF you are born again you WILL see the Kingdom. He said UNLESS you are born again you CANNOT see it. Many born-again believers do not yet truly "see" the Kingdom. And that's tragic because it is the most trans-formative revelation in the Bible! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a major new teaching series on "The Unshakable Kingdom."
He made known His ways to Moses, His acts to the children of Israel. - Psalm 103:7
It's one thing to know what God does. It is a much deeper thing to know who God is. The greatest way to know the will of God is to pursue a deeper, more intimate knowledge of God Himself. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray concludes our series on "The 7 Expressions of the Will of God" with a biblical look at the dispositional will of God.
He made known His ways to Moses, His acts to the children of Israel. - Psalm 103:7
It's one thing to know what God does. It is a much deeper thing to know who God is. The greatest way to know the will of God is to pursue a deeper, more intimate knowledge of God Himself. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray concludes our series on "The 7 Expressions of the Will of God" with a biblical look at the dispositional will of God.
“The practical application of doctrinal truths is the life of preaching.” - Matthew Henry
After 2 messages on the doctrine and theology of "The 7 Expressions of the Will of God", Pastor Ray will continue our series this weekend with the practical steps that enable us to discover God's will for our lives.
“The practical application of doctrinal truths is the life of preaching.” - Matthew Henry
After 2 messages on the doctrine and theology of "The 7 Expressions of the Will of God", Pastor Ray will continue our series this weekend with the practical steps that enable us to discover God's will for our lives.
“Ah, dear reader, there can be no real rest for your poor heart until you learn to see the hand of God in everything." - A.W. Pink
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray presents a teaching on the sovereign will of God, answers some objections to the subject, and shows what a comfort it is for those who understand it.
“Ah, dear reader, there can be no real rest for your poor heart until you learn to see the hand of God in everything." - A.W. Pink
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray presents a teaching on the sovereign will of God, answers some objections to the subject, and shows what a comfort it is for those who understand it.
“Few concepts in theology generate more confusion than the will of God. The problem we face is rooted in the multifaceted way in which the term functions in biblical expressions.” - R.C. Sproul
Many of the great questions of life can be resolved if we have a working knowledge of "The 7 Expressions of the Will of God". We hope you can be with us this weekend for some foundational teaching on a much mentioned but frequently understood subject.
“Few concepts in theology generate more confusion than the will of God. The problem we face is rooted in the multifaceted way in which the term functions in biblical expressions.” - R.C. Sproul
Many of the great questions of life can be resolved if we have a working knowledge of "The 7 Expressions of the Will of God". We hope you can be with us this weekend for some foundational teaching on a much mentioned but frequently understood subject.
Beware that you do not forget the Lord your God…when you have eaten and are full, and have built beautiful houses and dwell in them; when your herds and your flocks multiply, and your silver and gold are multiplied, and all that you have is multiplied; when your heart is lifted up and you forget the Lord your God…Excerpt from Deuteronomy 8:11-14
The greatest test of our trust in God does not come in times of our poverty but in times of our prosperity. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray concludes our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing"
Beware that you do not forget the Lord your God…when you have eaten and are full, and have built beautiful houses and dwell in them; when your herds and your flocks multiply, and your silver and gold are multiplied, and all that you have is multiplied; when your heart is lifted up and you forget the Lord your God…Excerpt from Deuteronomy 8:11-14
The greatest test of our trust in God does not come in times of our poverty but in times of our prosperity. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray concludes our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing"
And when they came to Marah, they could drink the waters of Marah, for they were bitter...Exodus 15:23
Some of the greatest tests of the Christian faith come when we drink from life's "bitter pool"; the place where me have to deal with our disappointment. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing".
And when they came to Marah, they could drink the waters of Marah, for they were bitter...Exodus 15:23
Some of the greatest tests of the Christian faith come when we drink from life's "bitter pool"; the place where me have to deal with our disappointment. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing".
“No one escapes passing through the wilderness on the way to the Promised Land." - American Poet Annie Dillard
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on 'The Purpose of Testing'
“No one escapes passing through the wilderness on the way to the Promised Land." - American Poet Annie Dillard
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on 'The Purpose of Testing'
We are very excited to have our Christmas party again this year at the facilities of "The Tapestry". A very special thank you to Jennifer Ferreri for making that possible!
For those of you who weren't with us 2 years ago at our event, we had a blast and a wonderful turnout. We will need volunteers to help with this event so if you are interested, please see Jennifer. This will be a "covered dish" event so please bring your favorite dish. We have rented out the from on Friday, December 13th from 7:00 - 10:00 PM. We also plan to do a fun gift exchange (White Elephant) so if you would like to participate, please don't spend more than 20.00 - 25.00 on the gift.
"But there are some Jews—who pay no attention to you, Your Majesty. They refuse to serve your gods and do not worship the gold statue you have set up." - Daniel 3:12
A fiery trial of our faith in God is coming; a conflict with the culture over who we will worship. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing."
"But there are some Jews—who pay no attention to you, Your Majesty. They refuse to serve your gods and do not worship the gold statue you have set up." - Daniel 3:12
A fiery trial of our faith in God is coming; a conflict with the culture over who we will worship. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing."
Our praise Becomes Your house Your place Our praise Becomes Your house Your place Our praise Becomes Your house Your place Our praise Becomes Your house Your place
We sing a song and You come in Make a dance and You come in Shout Your name and You come in Give You praise and You come in
Sing a song and You come in Make a dance and You come in Shout Your name and You come in Give You praise
You inhabit the praises of Your people You inhabit the praises of Your people
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We sing a song and You come in Make a dance and You come in Shout Your name and You come in Give You praise and You come in
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Behold, the Lord is coming…But who can stand when He appears? For He is like a refiner’s fire…He will sit as a refiner and a purifier of silver; He will purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer to the Lord an offering in righteousness. Excerpt from Malachi 1:2-3
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing".
Behold, the Lord is coming…But who can stand when He appears? For He is like a refiner’s fire…He will sit as a refiner and a purifier of silver; He will purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer to the Lord an offering in righteousness. Excerpt from Malachi 1:2-3
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing".
I can't get enough No I can't get enough Of Your amazing love I can't get enough I can't walk away No I can't walk away For I have seen Your face And I can't walk away And I just wanna be where You are I just wanna be near Your heart There is nothing like Your love There is nothing like Your love Jesus I love You
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of Me…Matthew 11:29
Becoming a Christian automatically enrolls us in the School of Christ, where God uses our tests and trials to reveal Himself to us in ways we can learn in no other way. We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 7 of Pastor Ray's teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing."
Take my yoke upon you, and learn of Me…Matthew 11:29
Becoming a Christian automatically enrolls us in the School of Christ, where God uses our tests and trials to reveal Himself to us in ways we can learn in no other way. We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 7 of Pastor Ray's teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing."
To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne. - Revelation 3:21
God has more in mind than just getting us to heaven; He is preparing us to rule and reign with Christ!
To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne. - Revelation 3:21
God has more in mind than just getting us to heaven; He is preparing us to rule and reign with Christ!
He sent a man before them — Joseph — who was sold as a slave. They hurt his feet with fetters, He was laid in irons. Until the time that his word came to pass, the word of the Lord tested him. - Psalm 105:17-19
Christians need to know that God has a purpose for every test and trial that He allows in our lives. Like the great Joseph of old, we are truly 'training for reigning'. We hope you can be with us this weekend for another message rich in revelation on "The Purpose of Testing".
He sent a man before them — Joseph — who was sold as a slave. They hurt his feet with fetters, He was laid in irons. Until the time that his word came to pass, the word of the Lord tested him. - Psalm 105:17-19
Christians need to know that God has a purpose for every test and trial that He allows in our lives. Like the great Joseph of old, we are truly 'training for reigning'. We hope you can be with us this weekend for another message rich in revelation on "The Purpose of Testing".
We are living in turbulent times. All of us face suffering and times in which we feel like giving up. This message inspire and challenge you to find the path God has ordained for you Discover the seven reasons for suffering and God‘s master plan to strengthen you to emerge triumphant. This message may be the very answer to your long-standing prayers for breakthrough.
Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of day. - Genesis 32:24
There are many lessons we need to learn from the life of Jacob, the man who wrestled with God. Some of them may surprise you. We hope you can be with us this weekend for this latest installment in Pastor Ray's teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing"
Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of day. - Genesis 32:24
There are many lessons we need to learn from the life of Jacob, the man who wrestled with God. Some of them may surprise you. We hope you can be with us this weekend for this latest installment in Pastor Ray's teaching series on "The Purpose of Testing"
Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him. - Isaiah 64:4 (NIV)
Between the promise of God and its provision or fulfillment there is always a problem; and most often it is a problem that requires waiting and patience.
We hope you can be with us this weekend...
Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him. - Isaiah 64:4 (NIV)
Between the promise of God and its provision or fulfillment there is always a problem; and most often it is a problem that requires waiting and patience.
My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. - Hebrews 6:2
Some of the greatest tests and trials of the Christian life will come as a testing of our patience: Can we wait on God in the midst of our troubles, or not?
My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. - Hebrews 6:2
Some of the greatest tests and trials of the Christian life will come as a testing of our patience: Can we wait on God in the midst of our troubles, or not?
For You, O God, have tested us; You have refined us as silver is refined. You brought us into the net; You laid affliction on our backs. You have caused men to ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water; but You brought us out to rich fulfillment. - Psalm 66:10-12
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a major new teaching series designed to reveal how our Sovereign God works all things together for our good; how He uses all our the tests, trials and troubles to bring about His great purpose in our lives.
For You, O God, have tested us; You have refined us as silver is refined. You brought us into the net; You laid affliction on our backs. You have caused men to ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water; but You brought us out to rich fulfillment. - Psalm 66:10-12
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a major new teaching series designed to reveal how our Sovereign God works all things together for our good; how He uses all our the tests, trials and troubles to bring about His great purpose in our lives.
Our worship leaders had an incredible time at the New Thing Songwriting Conference in Naperville, IL this week. We sponsored Bekah, Morgan, Seth and Evan to travel up to IL and be with Community Music (who sponsored this event) along with many other worship teams around the US to collectively worship and write songs for the Kingdom.
Although we did not create the first half of the video (by Community Christian Church), we did add on a montage of pictures and videos from our team to the end of it. Please take a few minutes and see what our team experienced and come tomorrow as they speak about it during service and play clips of the worship songs written!
And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come. - Matthew 24:14
This series concludes with a question: Can the coming of Christ and the end of the world take place until the church includes the ministries of healing and deliverance in its presentation of the Gospel? Maybe not.
And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations, and then the end will come. - Matthew 24:14
This series concludes with a question: Can the coming of Christ and the end of the world take place until the church includes the ministries of healing and deliverance in its presentation of the Gospel? Maybe not.
When they came to the crowd, a man approached Jesus and knelt before him. "Lord, have mercy on my son," he said. "He has seizures and is suffering greatly. He often falls into the fire or into the water. I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him." - Matthew 17:14-16 (NIV)
Jesus had a 100% success rate with casting out demons. But we are not Jesus. Some Christians are not delivered. Why? Please plan to be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray reveals how deliverance is always available—if we meet the conditions.
When they came to the crowd, a man approached Jesus and knelt before him. "Lord, have mercy on my son," he said. "He has seizures and is suffering greatly. He often falls into the fire or into the water. I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him." - Matthew 17:14-16 (NIV)
Jesus had a 100% success rate with casting out demons. But we are not Jesus. Some Christians are not delivered. Why? Please plan to be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray reveals how deliverance is always available—if we meet the conditions.
My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. - Hosea 4:6
The spirit of Jezebel is at the root of the ruin of many relationships. It destroys marriages, disrupts families and splits churches. Yet many of God's people do not know what it is or how it operates. We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message on "The Spirit of Jezebel" and how to be delivered from it.
My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. - Hosea 4:6
The spirit of Jezebel is at the root of the ruin of many relationships. It destroys marriages, disrupts families and splits churches. Yet many of God's people do not know what it is or how it operates. We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's message on "The Spirit of Jezebel" and how to be delivered from it.
King Joram demanded, "Do you come in peace, Jehu?" Jehu replied, "How can there be peace as long as the idolatry and witchcraft of your mother, Jezebel, are all around us?" - 2 Kings 9:22
Pastor Ray continues our series on "Demonology and Deliverance" with the 1st of a 2 part teaching on the spirit of Jezebel, one of the most common (yet least recognized) demonic spirits at work within the Church and Christian families.
King Joram demanded, "Do you come in peace, Jehu?" Jehu replied, "How can there be peace as long as the idolatry and witchcraft of your mother, Jezebel, are all around us?" - 2 Kings 9:22
Pastor Ray continues our series on "Demonology and Deliverance" with the 1st of a 2 part teaching on the spirit of Jezebel, one of the most common (yet least recognized) demonic spirits at work within the Church and Christian families.
“Jesus made no hard-and-fast distinction between healing sickness and expelling demons.” - Derek Prince
A careful study of the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ reveals a close connection between healing the sick and casting out demons. But it takes discernment to distinguish between sickness and pains that have a demonic cause and those that are purely physical. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "Demonology and Deliverance".
“Jesus made no hard-and-fast distinction between healing sickness and expelling demons.” - Derek Prince
A careful study of the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ reveals a close connection between healing the sick and casting out demons. But it takes discernment to distinguish between sickness and pains that have a demonic cause and those that are purely physical. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "Demonology and Deliverance".
Whoever has no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down, without walls. - Proverbs 25:28
One of the keys to displacing demons is to know where they dwell within the human personality; the areas of our lives not under the full control of the Holy Spirit. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "Demonology and Deliverance".
Whoever has no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down, without walls. - Proverbs 25:28
One of the keys to displacing demons is to know where they dwell within the human personality; the areas of our lives not under the full control of the Holy Spirit. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "Demonology and Deliverance".
Woe to the inhabitants of the earth and the sea! For the devil has come down to you, having great wrath, because he knows that he has a short time." - Revelation 12:12
Last week, we say how the origin of evil in heaven brought about the Fall of Lucifer. This week we we will see how the origin of evil on earth brought about the Fall of Man. The devil's devices have not changed!
Woe to the inhabitants of the earth and the sea! For the devil has come down to you, having great wrath, because he knows that he has a short time." - Revelation 12:12
Last week, we say how the origin of evil in heaven brought about the Fall of Lucifer. This week we we will see how the origin of evil on earth brought about the Fall of Man. The devil's devices have not changed!
Then the seventy returned with joy, saying, "Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name." And He said to them, "I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven." - Luke 10:17-18
Evil exists in the world. But where did it come from? How did it begin? We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "Demonology and Deliverance" with an eye-opening look at the origin of evil and how it relates to Satan's expulsion from Heaven.
Then the seventy returned with joy, saying, "Lord, even the demons are subject to us in Your name." And He said to them, "I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven." - Luke 10:17-18
Evil exists in the world. But where did it come from? How did it begin? We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "Demonology and Deliverance" with an eye-opening look at the origin of evil and how it relates to Satan's expulsion from Heaven.
I say then, walk by the Spirit and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. For the flesh desires what is against the Spirit, and the Spirit desires what is against the flesh; these are opposed to each other, so that you don’t do what you want. - Galatians 5:16-17 The Apologetics Bible
Some of the spiritual warfare we encounter in our journey with Jesus is demonic in nature. But much of our opposition arises from what the New Testament calls “the desires of the flesh”. We need discernment to determine which is which!
I say then, walk by the Spirit and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. For the flesh desires what is against the Spirit, and the Spirit desires what is against the flesh; these are opposed to each other, so that you don’t do what you want. - Galatians 5:16-17 The Apologetics Bible
Some of the spiritual warfare we encounter in our journey with Jesus is demonic in nature. But much of our opposition arises from what the New Testament calls “the desires of the flesh”. We need discernment to determine which is which!
Blessed be the Lord my Rock, Who trains my hands for war, And my fingers for battle - Psalm 144:1
Pastor Ray continues with a teaching entitled "Closing Demonic Doorways". This message will reveal 7 different doorways demons use to enter into our lives. We will see that knowing how they came in helps us cast them out and close the door to them forever.
Blessed be the Lord my Rock, Who trains my hands for war, And my fingers for battle - Psalm 144:1
Pastor Ray continues with a teaching entitled "Closing Demonic Doorways". This message will reveal 7 different doorways demons use to enter into our lives. We will see that knowing how they came in helps us cast them out and close the door to them forever.
And these signs will follow those who believe: in my name they will cast out demons. Jesus in Mark 16:17
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's teaching series on "Demonology and Deliverance". This message will answer 3 critical questions: What are demons? How do we identify a demon? And finally, what do we do with them?
And these signs will follow those who believe: in my name they will cast out demons. Jesus in Mark 16:17
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's teaching series on "Demonology and Deliverance". This message will answer 3 critical questions: What are demons? How do we identify a demon? And finally, what do we do with them?
And these signs will accompany those who believe: in My name they shall cast out demons… - Mark 16:17
The majority of the earthly ministry of Jesus consisted of 3 things: He preached the Gospel, He healed the sick, and He cast out demons.Of these 3, surely Deliverance from evil spirits is the most forgotten and neglected ministry of Jesus in the modern American church. We hope you can be with us this weekend for the beginning of Pastor Ray's 12 week teaching series on "Demonology and Deliverance".
And these signs will accompany those who believe: in My name they shall cast out demons… - Mark 16:17
The majority of the earthly ministry of Jesus consisted of 3 things: He preached the Gospel, He healed the sick, and He cast out demons.Of these 3, surely Deliverance from evil spirits is the most forgotten and neglected ministry of Jesus in the modern American church. We hope you can be with us this weekend for the beginning of Pastor Ray's 12 week teaching series on "Demonology and Deliverance".
The entrance of Your words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple. - Psalm 119:130
Of all the books ever written, it is only by biblical revelation that we come to understand that the cause of all the conflict in the universe, and in our own lives, is the warfare over the Word of God. We hope you can be with us this weekend to hear Pastor Ray's concluding message in our teaching series on "The Power of God's Word".
The entrance of Your words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple. - Psalm 119:130
Of all the books ever written, it is only by biblical revelation that we come to understand that the cause of all the conflict in the universe, and in our own lives, is the warfare over the Word of God. We hope you can be with us this weekend to hear Pastor Ray's concluding message in our teaching series on "The Power of God's Word".
Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth. - Jesus in John 17:17
We can go to heaven without being happy but we can never go to heaven without being holy! God requires holiness and He brings us to holiness by the sanctifying, cleansing power of truth as revealed in Scripture. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Power of God's Word"
Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth. - Jesus in John 17:17
We can go to heaven without being happy but we can never go to heaven without being holy! God requires holiness and He brings us to holiness by the sanctifying, cleansing power of truth as revealed in Scripture. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series on "The Power of God's Word"
Regarding end times, Jesus instructed, “Watch and pray.” He said the #1 sign: DECEPTION.
The 2020 presidential election begins with 2 visions for America: conservatism or progressivism; biblical faithfulness or political correctness? This message is critical for you, your family and our future. Bring a friend and be prepared for a life-changing message from Larry Tomczak.
"Remember that when you are reading your Bible your Bible is also reading you." Derek Prince
Last week we learned how beholding God's glory in the mirror of His word has the power to to supernaturally transform us into the image of Christ, as it reveals God to us. In this week's message we will learn how the mirror of God's word has the power to reveal us to ourselves! We hope you can be with us for this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word".
"Remember that when you are reading your Bible your Bible is also reading you." Derek Prince
Last week we learned how beholding God's glory in the mirror of His word has the power to to supernaturally transform us into the image of Christ, as it reveals God to us. In this week's message we will learn how the mirror of God's word has the power to reveal us to ourselves! We hope you can be with us for this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word".
But be ye doers of the Word and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. James 1:22
The Word of God is like a spiritual mirror that not only has the power to reveal God to us; it also has the power to reveal us to ourselves. But if we fail to act on what it shows us, we will fall into a serious condition of self-deception. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our studies on "The Power of God's Word."
"But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord." - 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NKJV)
Many Christians do not realize that as we behold the glory of the Lord, as revealed in His Word, we will experience an amazing supernatural transformation into the very image of Christ Himself. We become what we behold! Please plan to be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our teaching series, "The Power of God's Word".
But be ye doers of the Word and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. James 1:22
The Word of God is like a spiritual mirror that not only has the power to reveal God to us; it also has the power to reveal us to ourselves. But if we fail to act on what it shows us, we will fall into a serious condition of self-deception. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our studies on "The Power of God's Word."
Your word I have hidden in my heart that I might not sin against You. - Psalm 119:11
There is much teaching and preaching on the subject of justification; which is how God saves us. There is not so much teaching and preaching on the subject of sanctification; which is how God makes us holy.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word" and how that power can produce a holy life.
Your word I have hidden in my heart that I might not sin against You. - Psalm 119:11
There is much teaching and preaching on the subject of justification; which is how God saves us. There is not so much teaching and preaching on the subject of sanctification; which is how God makes us holy.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word" and how that power can produce a holy life.
And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony, and they loved not their lives unto death. - Revelation 12:11
Jesus used the power of God's word to defeat the Devil in the wilderness temptations recorded in Matthew 4. But many Christians have not seen how we have been commissioned to do the same thing using the same means! Please plan to be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word".
And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony, and they loved not their lives unto death. - Revelation 12:11
Jesus used the power of God's word to defeat the Devil in the wilderness temptations recorded in Matthew 4. But many Christians have not seen how we have been commissioned to do the same thing using the same means! Please plan to be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word".
Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. - Matthew 4:4
It is the power that is in God's word that brings about our new birth in Christ. But that "new creation" man requires a different kind of food than the "natural" man. That food is the milk, the bread, and the meat of the Word of God! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series study on "The Power of God's Word" and how essential it is to our growth and development in the journey of faith.
Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. - Matthew 4:4
It is the power that is in God's word that brings about our new birth in Christ. But that "new creation" man requires a different kind of food than the "natural" man. That food is the milk, the bread, and the meat of the Word of God! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series study on "The Power of God's Word" and how essential it is to our growth and development in the journey of faith.
Jesus answered and said unto him, “Most assuredly I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the Kingdom of God…you must be born again." - John 3:3,7
God requires a "new birth" for entrance into eternal life. But why is it a must? And how does it come about? We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word" with a fresh look at the Christian doctrine of regeneration, the great miracle that changes our life in this world and affects us for eternity.
Jesus answered and said unto him, “Most assuredly I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the Kingdom of God…you must be born again." - John 3:3,7
God requires a "new birth" for entrance into eternal life. But why is it a must? And how does it come about? We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our series on "The Power of God's Word" with a fresh look at the Christian doctrine of regeneration, the great miracle that changes our life in this world and affects us for eternity.
One of the greatest benefits of the power of God's word is the faith that comes when the Holy Spirit moves upon it.
One of the greatest benefits of the power of God's word is the faith that comes when the Holy Spirit moves upon it.
There is one power in the universe that can save your soul, heal your body, prosper your life, and give you victory over sin and over Satan. It is "The Power of God's Word". We hope you can be with us tonight as Pastor Ray begins this important new series of teachings on this amazing subject.
There is one power in the universe that can save your soul, heal your body, prosper your life, and give you victory over sin and over Satan. It is "The Power of God's Word". We hope you can be with us tonight as Pastor Ray begins this important new series of teachings on this amazing subject.
Man is destined to die once, and after that to face judgment...Hebrews 9:27
The last 2 of the 6 foundational doctrines of the Christian faith are unique from the 1st four in that they occur in eternity, outside of the "time-space continuum". We hope you can be with us for the final installment of our "Foundations" series as Pastor Ray teaches on the doctrines of the resurrection of the dead and eternal judgment; the 2 appointments the human race will be compelled to keep.
The 4th foundational doctrine of the Christian faith is laying on of hands, a physical act of faith through which God imparts a surprising number of spiritual blessings.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues the Foundations teaching series with a message on how we can reconnect with one of the great power secrets of the early church.
The 4th foundational doctrine of the Christian faith is laying on of hands, a physical act of faith through which God imparts a surprising number of spiritual blessings.
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues the Foundations teaching series with a message on how we can reconnect with one of the great power secrets of the early church.
Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. - Acts 2:38
There are as many as a half dozen types of baptism mentioned in the New Testament, but only 2 of them are foundational to the Christian faith: water baptism in Jesus' name and the baptism in the Holy Spirit. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "Foundations" series with "The Doctrine of Baptisms". We are planning to pray for those who desire to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit at the conclusion of the message, so feel free to invite friends and family!
Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. - Acts 2:38
There are as many as a half dozen types of baptism mentioned in the New Testament, but only 2 of them are foundational to the Christian faith: water baptism in Jesus' name and the baptism in the Holy Spirit. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "Foundations" series with "The Doctrine of Baptisms". We are planning to pray for those who desire to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit at the conclusion of the message, so feel free to invite friends and family!
Christian salvation is unique among the world's religions because it is based on faith, not works. But what exactly is "saving faith"? Please join us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our Foundations Series with some very practical teaching on what it means to be "saved by grace through faith."
Christian salvation is unique among the world's religions because it is based on faith, not works. But what exactly is "saving faith"? Please join us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our Foundations Series with some very practical teaching on what it means to be "saved by grace through faith."
"The time is fulfilled and the Kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe the gospel." - Matthew 4:17
Repentance and faith are the first 2 of the 6 foundational doctrines of the Christian faith listed in Hebrews 6, and the New Testament consistently mentions them together. And the order is important. There is no saving faith without genuine repentance. We hope you can be with us this weekend....
"The time is fulfilled and the Kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe the gospel." - Matthew 4:17
Repentance and faith are the first 2 of the 6 foundational doctrines of the Christian faith listed in Hebrews 6, and the New Testament consistently mentions them together. And the order is important. There is no saving faith without genuine repentance. We hope you can be with us this weekend....
"Let us move on to maturity, not laying again the foundation..." - Hebrews 6:1
Jesus Christ is the foundational Cornerstone in the building of the Christian life. But once that "Rock" is in place, there are 6 foundational doctrines that must be laid so we can move on toward maturity. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues his teaching series on the "Foundations" of the Christian faith.
Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone, in whom the whole building, being fitted together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord, in whom you also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. - Ephesians 2:19-22
God is a Builder and our life in Christ is His construction site. But there is a fixed relationship between the foundation and the building; we can never build a Christian life greater than what our foundation can support. We hope you can be with us this week for "Christ the Cornerstone", Part 2 of Pastor Ray's "Foundations" series.
Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ Himself being the chief cornerstone, in whom the whole building, being fitted together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord, in whom you also are being built together for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. - Ephesians 2:19-22
God is a Builder and our life in Christ is His construction site. But there is a fixed relationship between the foundation and the building; we can never build a Christian life greater than what our foundation can support. We hope you can be with us this week for "Christ the Cornerstone", Part 2 of Pastor Ray's "Foundations" series.
"For we are God's fellow workers; you are God's field, you are God's building." 1 Corinthians 3:9
The New Testament consistently compares the Christian life to a construction zone and to the Church as a building. Jesus said, "On this rock I will build my church". (Matthew 16:18) The Apostle Paul referred to himself as a "wise master builder." (1 Corinthians 3:10). The most important part of any building is the foundation! So we hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a new series on this most serious subject.
“We can never build a Christian life greater than what our foundation can support.” - Derek Prince
"For we are God's fellow workers; you are God's field, you are God's building." 1 Corinthians 3:9
The New Testament consistently compares the Christian life to a construction zone and to the Church as a building. Jesus said, "On this rock I will build my church". (Matthew 16:18) The Apostle Paul referred to himself as a "wise master builder." (1 Corinthians 3:10). The most important part of any building is the foundation! So we hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a new series on this most serious subject.
“We can never build a Christian life greater than what our foundation can support.” - Derek Prince
Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessing and curses. Now I call heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life so that you and your descendants might live! - Deuteronomy 30:19
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray concludes this powerful series on the power of our choices with the "ultimate" decision that God has set before us: Life and Blessings or Death and Curses. The Decision is ours!
Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessing and curses. Now I call heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life so that you and your descendants might live! - Deuteronomy 30:19
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray concludes this powerful series on the power of our choices with the "ultimate" decision that God has set before us: Life and Blessings or Death and Curses. The Decision is ours!
Whoever honors himself shall be humbled and whoever humbles himself shall be honored. - Jesus, in Matthew 23:12 (God’s Word Translation)
God commands us to humble ourselves; if we don't God will. The decision is ours! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray shares a powerful, revelatory message on the spiritual conflict between pride and humility, and why it matters so much in our relationship with the Lord and the quality of our Christian life.
Whoever honors himself shall be humbled and whoever humbles himself shall be honored. - Jesus, in Matthew 23:12 (God’s Word Translation)
God commands us to humble ourselves; if we don't God will. The decision is ours! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray shares a powerful, revelatory message on the spiritual conflict between pride and humility, and why it matters so much in our relationship with the Lord and the quality of our Christian life.
"If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins. Matthew 6:14-15 NLT
Did you know that Jesus warned us at 3 different places that if we withhold forgiveness for the sins others commit against us, then God will withhold forgiveness for the sins that we commit against Him? We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray brings Part 4 of our "Decision is Yours" teaching series, "The Decision to Forgive". You may not know as much about forgiveness as you thought you did.
"If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins. Matthew 6:14-15 (NLT)
Did you know that Jesus warned us at 3 different places that if we withhold forgiveness for the sins others commit against us, then God will withhold forgiveness for the sins that we commit against Him? We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray brings Part 4 of our "Decision is Yours" teaching series, "The Decision to Forgive". You may not know as much about forgiveness as you thought you did.
In the past, God overlooked (your) ignorance, but now He commands all men everywhere to repent. - Acts 17:30
One of the least understood and most neglected of all the foundational doctrines of the Christian faith is repentance. But you cannot be saved or grow in Christ without it! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues "The Decision is Yours" series with "The Decision to Repent". This is one you won't want to miss.
In the past, God overlooked (your) ignorance, but now He commands all men everywhere to repent. - Acts 17:30
One of the least understood and most neglected of all the foundational doctrines of the Christian faith is repentance. But you cannot be saved or grow in Christ without it! We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues "The Decision is Yours" series with "The Decision to Repent". This is one you won't want to miss.
I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. Psalm 34:1
Many Christians are unaware of how a simple decision to praise the Lord can bring many blessings and break many curses. Find out more this weekend as Pastor Ray shares Part Two in our compelling new teaching series on the power of choices and how our decisions determine our destiny.
I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. Psalm 34:1
Many Christians are unaware of how a simple decision to praise the Lord can bring many blessings and break many curses. Find out more this weekend as Pastor Ray shares Part Two in our compelling new teaching series on the power of choices and how our decisions determine our destiny.
I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live. - Deuteronomy 30:19
God presents us with very clear choices: life and blessing or death and curses. The right decision seems obvious, yet so many choose poorly! Please plan to join us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins an important new teaching series, "The Decision is Yours", a fresh look at the power of our choices and how we can make good ones.
I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live. - Deuteronomy 30:19
God presents us with very clear choices: life and blessing or death and curses. The right decision seems obvious, yet so many choose poorly! Please plan to join us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins an important new teaching series, "The Decision is Yours", a fresh look at the power of our choices and how we can make good ones.
Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord delights to see the work begin... Zechariah 4:9
"I want to give you a great gift for the New Year and one of the greatest secrets you can ever learn about God: that He delights in small things and calls us to do the same!" Pastor Ray McCollum
Please make plans to join us this weekend for a revelatory look at the power that God has hidden in the "small things" of life.
God has given us the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness... Excerpt from Isaiah 61:3
Americans are battling depression at record levels, suicide rates are up, and the surveys say everything gets even worse at Christmas season. But there is help for the child of God. We hope you can be with us this weekend for a special message from Pastor Ray on how we can defeat the debilitating spirit of depression.
The Jews of Jesus' day did not mind Jesus healing the paralytic but were offended when Jesus forgave his sins. Today we have opposite problem. The Church is comfortable with our message that Jesus forgives all our sins but gets uncomfortable if we say that Jesus heals all our sicknesses. Yet the obvious answer to Jesus' rhetorical question in Matthew 9:5 is it's just as easy for Him to heal His people as it was to save them!
The Jews of Jesus' day did not mind Jesus healing the paralytic but were offended when Jesus forgave his sins. Today we have opposite problem. The Church is comfortable with our message that Jesus forgives all our sins but gets uncomfortable if we say that Jesus heals all our sicknesses. Yet the obvious answer to Jesus' rhetorical question in Matthew 9:5 is it's just as easy for Him to heal His people as it was to save them!
The Jews of Jesus' day did not mind Jesus healing the paralytic but were offended when Jesus forgave his sins. Today we have opposite problem. The Church is comfortable with our message that Jesus forgives all our sins but gets uncomfortable if we say that Jesus heals all our sicknesses. Yet the obvious answer to Jesus' rhetorical question in Matthew 9:5 is it's just as easy for Him to heal His people as it was to save them!
The Jews of Jesus' day did not mind Jesus healing the paralytic but were offended when Jesus forgave his sins. Today we have opposite problem. The Church is comfortable with our message that Jesus forgives all our sins but gets uncomfortable if we say that Jesus heals all our sicknesses. Yet the obvious answer to Jesus' rhetorical question in Matthew 9:5 is it's just as easy for Him to heal His people as it was to save them!
As Daniel distinguished himself during a time that parallels our cultural decline, Larry Tomczak will take us on a journey through his life so we might also distinguish ourselves as informed influencers today. May we be inspired to live uncompromisingly yet winsomely in these perilous times.
Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?" - John 11:24-26
Worldviews answer the most important questions of life, and what could be more important than the answer to the question, "What happens when you die?" We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray takes a revealing look at the only 3 possible answers to this question and why the biblical worldview is the only one that makes sense.
Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?" - John 11:24-26
Worldviews answer the most important questions of life, and what could be more important than the answer to the question, "What happens when you die?" We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray takes a revealing look at the only 3 possible answers to this question and why the biblical worldview is the only one that makes sense.
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but are divinely powerful...2 Corinthians 10:3-4
Christians are in a war, but our enemies are not flesh and blood. Our warfare is spiritual and spiritual war requires spiritual weapons! But sadly, many of God's people know little or nothing about their spiritual weapons or how to use them. We hope you can be with us this weekend for this compelling message from Pastor Ray.
For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but are divinely powerful...2 Corinthians 10:3-4
Christians are in a war, but our enemies are not flesh and blood. Our warfare is spiritual and spiritual war requires spiritual weapons! But sadly, many of God's people know little or nothing about their spiritual weapons or how to use them. We hope you can be with us this weekend for this compelling message from Pastor Ray.
Train up a child in the way that he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it. - Proverbs 22:6
The near total abandonment of God and a radical commitment to the secular worldview in the institutions of American public education has brought our nation to the brink of anarchy and cultural collapse. Our only hope is that God will awaken the parents and grandparents of this generation to repent and return to the biblical mandate to take responsibility for the education of the next generation. The stakes could not possibly be higher.
Train up a child in the way that he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it. - Proverbs 22:6
The near total abandonment of God and a radical commitment to the secular worldview in the institutions of American public education has brought our nation to the brink of anarchy and cultural collapse. Our only hope is that God will awaken the parents and grandparents of this generation to repent and return to the biblical mandate to take responsibility for the education of the next generation. The stakes could not possibly be higher.
If one comes and preaches another Jesus whom we have not preached... 2 Corinthians 11:4
The "Christian" cults continue to be a "Trojan Horse" within American religious culture, bringing spiritual chaos and confusion into countless communities. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray identifies the major cults of our day and the 3 ways you can recognize them.
If one comes and preaches another Jesus whom we have not preached... 2 Corinthians 11:4
The "Christian" cults continue to be a "Trojan Horse" within American religious culture, bringing spiritual chaos and confusion into countless communities. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray identifies the major cults of our day and the 3 ways you can recognize them.
For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine...1 Timothy 4:3
What evolution is to the biblical worldview of creationism and socialism is to the biblical worldview of civil government, so is dispensationalism to the biblical worldview of God’s plan for the end-times. It is a fundamental error that has put God’s people into spiritual paralysis and hindered the advancement of the Kingdom of God.
For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine...1 Timothy 4:3
What evolution is to the biblical worldview of creationism and socialism is to the biblical worldview of civil government, so is dispensationalism to the biblical worldview of God’s plan for the end-times. It is a fundamental error that has put God’s people into spiritual paralysis and hindered the advancement of the Kingdom of God.
Then Jesus said to them,'Beware of the leaven of the scribes and Pharisees...and the leaven of Herod.' - Matthew 16:6; Mark 8:15
The greatest threats to the Church do not come from outside the Church but from within the Church. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a 3 part mini-series in our War of the Worldviews studies on "Defeating the 5th Column", exposing and expelling the enemies that undermine and hinder the advancement of the Kingdom of God from within.
Then Jesus said to them,'Beware of the leaven of the scribes and Pharisees...and the leaven of Herod.' - Matthew 16:6; Mark 8:15
The greatest threats to the Church do not come from outside the Church but from within the Church. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray begins a 3 part mini-series in our War of the Worldviews studies on "Defeating the 5th Column", exposing and expelling the enemies that undermine and hinder the advancement of the Kingdom of God from within.
The 60's sexual revolution gave us "freedoms": hooking up, living together, abortion, homosexual unions, pornography, transgenderism and "safe sex."
The CDC says we now have a "public health crisis" of 115 million Americans with epidemic STD's. What went wrong with "Sex and the City" permissiveness? Discover brutal realities alongside the beautiful design for those in the City of God. Larry Tomczak brings a strong and sobering word this weekend as we continue the War of the Worldviews series.
The 60's sexual revolution gave us "freedoms": hooking up, living together, abortion, homosexual unions, pornography, transgenderism and "safe sex."
The CDC says we now have a "public health crisis" of 115 million Americans with epidemic STD's. What went wrong with "Sex and the City" permissiveness? Discover brutal realities alongside the beautiful design for those in the City of God. Larry Tomczak brings a strong and sobering word this weekend as we continue the War of the Worldviews series.
You have put all things in subjection under his feet. For in that He put all in subjection under him, He left nothing that is not put under him. But now we do not yet see all things put under him. - Hebrews 2:8-9 (NKJV)
The heart of the biblical worldview is the revelation of the Kingdom of God, (the reign and rule of the Lord Jesus Christ), as a present reality awaiting a full fulfillment in the future. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray explores the "now" and "not yet" dimensions of the Kingdom of God, the most important subject in the Bible.
You have put all things in subjection under his feet. For in that He put all in subjection under him, He left nothing that is not put under him. But now we do not yet see all things put under him. - Hebrews 2:8-9 (NKJV)
The heart of the biblical worldview is the revelation of the Kingdom of God, (the reign and rule of the Lord Jesus Christ), as a present reality awaiting a full fulfillment in the future. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray explores the "now" and "not yet" dimensions of the Kingdom of God, the most important subject in the Bible.
Except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God. - John 3:3
Jesus did not say IF a man is born again he WILL see the Kingdom of God; He said EXCEPT a man is born again he CANNOT see it. It is very possible to be born again and not "see" the Kingdom of God as a worldview and as a very present reality. We hope you can be with us this weekend to find out why the Kingdom of God is "The Most Important Subject in the Bible."
"Dear Sirs: In response to your article 'What's Wrong with the World? ' I am. Yours truly, G.K. Chesterton
Worldviews answer the big questions of life and one of the biggest is "What's wrong with the world?" Many Christians would answer, "Sin", and that's mostly right. But the biblical worldview goes much deeper; even to the very "Heart of the Matter". We hope you can be with us this weekend for a closer look at the biblical revelation of the nature of the human heart, and why it matters so much for all of us.
"Dear Sirs: In response to your article 'What's Wrong with the World? ' I am. Yours truly, G.K. Chesterton
Worldviews answer the big questions of life and one of the biggest is "What's wrong with the world?" Many Christians would answer, "Sin", and that's mostly right. But the biblical worldview goes much deeper; even to the very "Heart of the Matter". We hope you can be with us this weekend for a closer look at the biblical revelation of the nature of the human heart, and why it matters so much for all of us.
"The mind justifies what the heart has chosen." - Dennis Peacocke
These 8 words can rock your world...and your worldview. All human beings, Christians and non-Christians alike, are subject to "confirmation bias"; and how we handle it really matters. We hope you can be with us this weekend as we get to "The Heart of the Matter", this week's message in our War of the Worldviews series.
"The mind justifies what the heart has chosen." - Dennis Peacocke
These 8 words can rock your world...and your worldview. All human beings, Christians and non-Christians alike, are subject to "confirmation bias"; and how we handle it really matters. We hope you can be with us this weekend as we get to "The Heart of the Matter", this week's message in our War of the Worldviews series.
"All the answers the Holy Ghost gives concerning man are to humble man. Man is ready to flatter himself and one man to flatter another. But God tells us plainly what we are." - Puritan minister Joseph Caryl, (1602-1673)
The same Bible that tells us God created man for dominion and "in His own image and likeness" paints a most painful picture of the condition of man as fallen from God. We hope you can be with us this weekend as we continue our War of the Worldviews series with Part 2 of the answer to one of life's greatest questions: "What is Man?"
"All the answers the Holy Ghost gives concerning man are to humble man. Man is ready to flatter himself and one man to flatter another. But God tells us plainly what we are." - Puritan minister Joseph Caryl, (1602-1673)
The same Bible that tells us God created man for dominion and "in His own image and likeness" paints a most painful picture of the condition of man as fallen from God. We hope you can be with us this weekend as we continue our War of the Worldviews series with Part 2 of the answer to one of life's greatest questions: "What is Man?"
"What is man that You should exalt him, that You should set your heart on him?" - Job 7:17
Dr. Ronald Nash says, "A worldview is the total of answers people give to the most important questions of life." And the question "What is man?" is so important that it's found 5 times in the Bible! We hope you can be with us this weekend to discover how the biblical worldview answers this great question and how knowing the answer can equip us for life in an increasingly counter-Christian culture.
"What is man that You should exalt him, that You should set your heart on him?" - Job 7:17
Dr. Ronald Nash says, "A worldview is the total of answers people give to the most important questions of life." And the question "What is man?" is so important that it's found 5 times in the Bible! We hope you can be with us this weekend to discover how the biblical worldview answers this great question and how knowing the answer can equip us for life in an increasingly counter-Christian culture.
In the last election, the number one issue was immigration and the controversial question to building a wall. To this day, it remains the central issue and there is much confusion and controversy! What does the Bible teach on this most important subject? Larry Tomczak returns after his surgery of last month to teach from scripture and bring clarity to us all.
In the last election, the number one issue was immigration and the controversial question to building a wall. To this day, it remains the central issue and there is much confusion and controversy! What does the Bible teach on this most important subject? Larry Tomczak returns after his surgery of last month to teach from scripture and bring clarity to us all.
"The human heart is is an idol factory. Every one of us from his mother's womb, is an expert on inventing idols." - John Calvin
A critical piece of the puzzle in our real-life "game of thrones" comes with an understanding of the fact that all human beings are wired for religion. Man will have his God; either the true God, or something that sits in His place. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" series!
"The human heart is is an idol factory. Every one of us from his mother's womb, is an expert on inventing idols." - John Calvin
A critical piece of the puzzle in our real-life "game of thrones" comes with an understanding of the fact that all human beings are wired for religion. Man will have his God; either the true God, or something that sits in His place. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" series!
I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. But when He, the Spirit of truth has come, He will guide you into all truth... - Jesus in John 16:13
"When all is said and done, there is no pursuit in life more worthy than following the truth, wherever it may lead." - Josh McDowell, "Evidence That Demands A Verdict"
Nothing identifies the true followers of Jesus Christ more than their commitment to a lifelong pursuit of the truth. We hope you can be with us for this compelling message as we continue our series, "War of the Worldviews".
I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. But when He, the Spirit of truth has come, He will guide you into all truth... - Jesus in John 16:13
"When all is said and done, there is no pursuit in life more worthy than following the truth, wherever it may lead." - Josh McDowell, "Evidence That Demands A Verdict"
Nothing identifies the true followers of Jesus Christ more than their commitment to a lifelong pursuit of the truth. We hope you can be with us for this compelling message as we continue our series, "War of the Worldviews".
(And Jesus said), "To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth hears my voice." (And) Pilate saith unto him, "What is truth?" - John 18:37-38
At Jesus' trial, Pontius Pilate asks a question that has fascinated the human race since the foundation of the world: "What is truth?" We hope you can be with us this weekend as we continue our study of "The War of the Worldviews" with a message that addresses the answer to that question, and why it matter so much in our day.
(And Jesus said), "To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth hears my voice." (And) Pilate saith unto him, "What is truth?" - John 18:37-38
At Jesus' trial, Pontius Pilate asks a question that has fascinated the human race since the foundation of the world: "What is truth?" We hope you can be with us this weekend as we continue our study of "The War of the Worldviews" with a message that addresses the answer to that question, and why it matter so much in our day.
The military uses the term "fog of war" to describe the confusion and chaos that soldiers experience in the heat of battle. God's people must deal with the same thing in the "War of the Worldviews." There is so much warfare we hardly know where to shoot! In this week's message, Pastor Ray will be teaching on how to move in the spirit of the children of Issachar and becoming one who understands the times and knows what to do. We hope you can be with us!
The military uses the term "fog of war" to describe the confusion and chaos that soldiers experience in the heat of battle. God's people must deal with the same thing in the "War of the Worldviews." There is so much warfare we hardly know where to shoot! In this week's message, Pastor Ray will be teaching on how to move in the spirit of the children of Issachar and becoming one who understands the times and knows what to do. We hope you can be with us!
“The arguments of socialism resound through America like never before, and Christians must discern their persuasive but devious rhetoric and stand firm with a biblical answer. The answers to socialism are ‘the king is not God’ and ‘thou shalt not steal’.” - Dr. Joel McDurmon
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" series with a second message on "God Versus Socialism", an expose' of the socialist agenda, who is leading it, and how we can derail it.
Holy Design This place in time That I might seek and find My God, my God
Lord, I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You Lord, I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You Lord, I want to yearn Your joy is mine
Yet why am I fine? With all my singing and bringing grain In lights of Him I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You
Lord, I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You
Oh, You give life and breath And in You we live and move That's why I sing
Lord, I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You Lord, I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You Lord, I want to yearn I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You Lord, I want to yearn for You I want to burn with passion Over You, and only You Lord, I want to yearn
“The arguments of socialism resound through America like never before, and Christians must discern their persuasive but devious rhetoric and stand firm with a biblical answer. The answers to socialism are ‘the king is not God’ and ‘thou shalt not steal’.” - Dr. Joel McDurmon
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" series with a second message on "God Versus Socialism", an expose' of the socialist agenda, who is leading it, and how we can derail it.
"The problem with socialism is that eventually you run out of other people's money." - British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher
One of the deadliest enemies of the Christian biblical worldview is socialism; a political philosophy that strikes at the very heart of the Lordship of Christ and the principles of private property and personal responsibility established in the Law of God. Yet so many of God's people don't know what it is, what it looks like, or why God is against it. We hope you can be with us for part one of a two-part message on "God Versus Socialism."
"The problem with socialism is that eventually you run out of other people's money." - British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher
One of the deadliest enemies of the Christian biblical worldview is socialism; a political philosophy that strikes at the very heart of the Lordship of Christ and the principles of private property and personal responsibility established in the Law of God. Yet so many of God's people don't know what it is, what it looks like, or why God is against it. We hope you can be with us for part one of a two-part message on "God Versus Socialism."
In America today, confusion abounds regarding what it means to be an American. The Bible communicates clearly our 5 responsibilities along with the 3 requirements of government. Discover these liberating truths that bring security and stability in these tumultuous times.
In America today, confusion abounds regarding what it means to be an American. The Bible communicates clearly our 5 responsibilities along with the 3 requirements of government. Discover these liberating truths that bring security and stability in these tumultuous times.
And from the days of John the Baptist until now, the Kingdom of heaven suffers violence and the violent take it by force. - Jesus in Matthew 11:12
We grieve over the increase of violence in our culture. But there is a kind of spiritual violence required of those who want to go deeper with God. We hope you can be with us this weekend for this compelling message from Pastor Ray.
And from the days of John the Baptist until now, the Kingdom of heaven suffers violence and the violent take it by force. - Jesus in Matthew 11:12
We grieve over the increase of violence in our culture. But there is a kind of spiritual violence required of those who want to go deeper with God. We hope you can be with us this weekend for this compelling message from Pastor Ray.
"You are the salt of the earth...You are the light of the world." - Matthew 5:13-14
Faith in these words of Jesus empowered the early church to "Christianize" cultures and disciple nations. But faith in myths, lies, and half-truths has left the modern church sitting on the sidelines while the battle for the soul of our nation rages on. The knowledge of the truth will set us free.
"You are the salt of the earth...You are the light of the world." - Matthew 5:13-14
Faith in these words of Jesus empowered the early church to "Christianize" cultures and disciple nations. But faith in myths, lies, and half-truths has left the modern church sitting on the sidelines while the battle for the soul of our nation rages on. The knowledge of the truth will set us free.
Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the LORD: And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse. - Malachi 4:5-6
Fathers are God's "point men", called to lead their families and deliver the earth from the curse. And they will! Please join us for this weekend for a special Father's Day message from Pastor Ray.
"As goes the pulpit, so goes the pew. As goes the pew, so goes the nation."
Dr. Michael Youssef
The power of the early American pulpits shaped the nation by providing God's people with a biblical worldview. Yet today, in an hour of great crisis in our civil government, our pulpits are misleading God's people, misreading God's word, and misunderstanding the signs of the times. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" studies with a compelling message on "Politics and Pulpits."
"As goes the pulpit, so goes the pew. As goes the pew, so goes the nation."
Dr. Michael Youssef
The power of the early American pulpits shaped the nation by providing God's people with a biblical worldview. Yet today, in an hour of great crisis in our civil government, our pulpits are misleading God's people, misreading God's word, and misunderstanding the signs of the times. We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" studies with a compelling message on "Politics and Pulpits."
Who takes the blame for the political mess in Washington? Might it lie at the feet of an American Christian church that has largely abdicated its responsibility to advance the Kingdom of God in every sphere of government: family, church and state? Please join us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" studies with a mini-series on "Kingdom Politics".
Who takes the blame for the political mess in Washington? Might it lie at the feet of an American Christian church that has largely abdicated its responsibility to advance the Kingdom of God in every sphere of government: family, church and state? Please join us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" studies with a mini-series on "Kingdom Politics".
“Historically, the term ‘government’ was always qualified in some way, unlike our present-day definitions. The state was seen as only one government among many.” - Gary DeMar
When American Christians hear the word "government", they automatically think in political terms. This is a sad testimony to the fact that only 19% of American Christians have a biblical worldview. Please join us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" series with an eye-opening introduction to the 4 spheres of government that God has ordained to regulate His world and what it means to you!
“Historically, the term ‘government’ was always qualified in some way, unlike our present-day definitions. The state was seen as only one government among many.” - Gary DeMar
When American Christians hear the word "government", they automatically think in political terms. This is a sad testimony to the fact that only 19% of American Christians have a biblical worldview. Please join us this weekend as Pastor Ray continues our "War of the Worldviews" series with an eye-opening introduction to the 4 spheres of government that God has ordained to regulate His world and what it means to you!
"The foundations of the Christian worldview are all laid in the Book of Genesis, specifically in the events described in the first 3 chapters. After that, spiritually speaking, history just repeats itself. The history of the human race proves that our lives are "Echoes of Eden".
"The foundations of the Christian worldview are all laid in the Book of Genesis, specifically in the events described in the first 3 chapters. After that, spiritually speaking, history just repeats itself. The history of the human race proves that our lives are "Echoes of Eden".
History merely repeats itself...there is nothing new under the sun. - King Solomon in Ecclesiastes 1:9
The foundation stones of the biblical worldview are set in place in the 1st 3 chapters of Genesis, where we discover the patterns and prototypes that will be repeated, over and over again, throughout human history. Please join us this weekend for a closer look at how world events and the days of our lives are merely "echoes of Eden".
History merely repeats itself...there is nothing new under the sun. - King Solomon in Ecclesiastes 1:9
The foundation stones of the biblical worldview are set in place in the 1st 3 chapters of Genesis, where we discover the patterns and prototypes that will be repeated, over and over again, throughout human history. Please join us this weekend for a closer look at how world events and the days of our lives are merely "echoes of Eden".
History merely repeats itself. It has all been done before. Nothing under the sun is truly new. Sometimes people say, "Here is something new!" But actually it is old; nothing is ever truly new. - Ecclesiastes 1:9-11
All the foundation stones of the biblical worldview are laid in the Book of Genesis and many are found in the events in the Garden of Eden. In this week's message, Pastor Ray will show how the events of human history are really only "Echoes of Eden" and what it all means us in our everyday lives.
History merely repeats itself. It has all been done before. Nothing under the sun is truly new. Sometimes people say, "Here is something new!" But actually it is old; nothing is ever truly new. - Ecclesiastes 1:9-11
All the foundation stones of the biblical worldview are laid in the Book of Genesis and many are found in the events in the Garden of Eden. In this week's message, Pastor Ray will show how the events of human history are really only "Echoes of Eden" and what it all means us in our everyday lives.
You many have heard many sermons of the Lord's amazing deliverance of the madman of Gadara from a legion of demons. But you may have missed the even more amazing result. Please be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message about what happens when the power of Christ confronts a culture that prefers their swine over their Savior.
You many have heard many sermons of the Lord's amazing deliverance of the madman of Gadara from a legion of demons. But you may have missed the even more amazing result. Please be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message about what happens when the power of Christ confronts a culture that prefers their swine over their Savior.
"Precious Lord, Take My Hand. Play it real pretty." - Martin Luther King Kr. (Last words)
Larry and Doris Tomczak return from their 42nd wedding anniversary getaway to launch the “Loving Lifestyle Evangelism” initiative being rolled out nationwide to encourage, empower and equip us in sharing our faith enjoyably, confidently and effectively. Invite a family member or friend for this special presentation!
"Precious Lord, Take My Hand. Play it real pretty." - Martin Luther King Kr. (Last words)
Larry and Doris Tomczak return from their 42nd wedding anniversary getaway to launch the “Loving Lifestyle Evangelism” initiative being rolled out nationwide to encourage, empower and equip us in sharing our faith enjoyably, confidently and effectively. Invite a family member or friend for this special presentation!
"Lukewarm people call radical what Jesus expects from all His followers." - Pastor Francis Chan
The terms "radical" or to become "radicalized" usually carry a negative context these days. On the other hand, it will require a radical commitment to Christ and the authority of the His Word to win the "War of the Worldviews" raging in American culture today. Properly understood, all "real" Christianity is "radical" Christianity.
"Lukewarm people call radical what Jesus expects from all His followers." - Pastor Francis Chan
The terms "radical" or to become "radicalized" usually carry a negative context these days. On the other hand, it will require a radical commitment to Christ and the authority of the His Word to win the "War of the Worldviews" raging in American culture today. Properly understood, all "real" Christianity is "radical" Christianity.
Yeah the enemy has to flee When your love comes over me In the darkest of night you come with the light And restore my idenity You break every lie I believe Now the truth is all I see Not a pauper but a prince Not a slave but a friend indeed
And your love casts out all my fear And your love casts out all my fear And I won't be afraid No no no No I won't be afraid And your love casts out all my fear And your love casts out all my fear And I won't be afraid No no no No I won't be afraid
Yeah the enemy has to flee When your love comes over me In the darkest of night you come with the light And restore my idenity You break every lie I believe Now the truth is all I see Not a pauper but a prince Not a slave but a friend indeed
And your love casts out all my fear And your love casts out all my fear And I won't be afraid No no no No I won't be afraid And your love casts out all my fear And your love casts out all my fear And I won't be afraid No no no No I won't be afraid
We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna thank you Lord for all you've done We're gonna thank you Lord We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna thank you Lord for all you've done We're gonna thank you Lord We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna thank you Lord for all you've done We're gonna thank you Lord We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna dance dance dance til the joy comes We're gonna thank you Lord for all you've done We're gonna thank you Lord
Of all the 50 or so Easter sermons I have delivered, I truly believe that none is more significant than this one; how the God of the Bible hides Himself in the very midst of revealing Himself. We need to know that God may never be more present in our lives than when He seems to be most absent. I invite you to be with us this weekend for this truly life-changing message, "Jesus Incognito".
Awake, you who sleep. Arise from the dead and Christ will give you light. Be careful how you walk, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15-16
Evil days call for an awakened church, risen from the dead and "redeeming the time". But what does that mean? How do we do it? Please be with us this weekend for the 10th message in our "WAR OF THE WORLDVIEWS" series!
Awake, you who sleep. Arise from the dead and Christ will give you light. Be careful how you walk, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15-16
Evil days call for an awakened church, risen from the dead and "redeeming the time". But what does that mean? How do we do it? Please be with us this weekend for the 10th message in our "WAR OF THE WORLDVIEWS" series!
The cosmic conflict raging today between God and man is as old as the Garden of Eden. It is really a battle over ethics; over who has the authority to define good and evil, right and wrong. And the battle begins right in our own backyard!
The cosmic conflict raging today between God and man is as old as the Garden of Eden. It is really a battle over ethics; over who has the authority to define good and evil, right and wrong. And the battle begins right in our own backyard!
"A lie can go halfway around the world before the truth gets its pants on." - Winston Churchill
The Christian church is losing the culture wars in our country for lack of defending the truth. But, as Pontius Pilate asked Jesus at His trial, "What is truth? " Nothing is more needed today than a recovery of the truth and nothing is more under attack. We hope you can join us for the revelation of the alien worldview that must be defeated if God's kingdom is to be advanced.
That's how we fight our battles This is how I fight my battles This is how I fight my battles This is how I fight my battles This is how I fight my battles
It may look like I'm surrounded but I'm surrounded by You It may look like I'm surrounded but I'm surrounded by You It may look like I'm surrounded but I'm surrounded by You It may look like I'm surrounded but I'm surrounded by You
"A lie can go halfway around the world before the truth gets its pants on." - Winston Churchill
The Christian church is losing the culture wars in our country for lack of defending the truth. But, as Pontius Pilate asked Jesus at His trial, "What is truth? " Nothing is more needed today than a recovery of the truth and nothing is more under attack. We hope you can join us for the revelation of the alien worldview that must be defeated if God's kingdom is to be advanced.
Pastor Sean Morris from Melbourne, Australia delivered this powerful prophetic message last weekend: Ekklesia: Redefining the Church.
The Lord Jesus did not send His church into the culture wars of time and history to lose. He sent the Church to advance the Kingdom of God into every area of life until the will of God is done on earth as it is in heaven. With the failure of the modern methodology for "doing church" the time to return to the biblical model has come!
Written by: Rebekah White
There’s freedom on the horizon There’s freedom coming forth There’s a new wave that is risin’ A new sound being birthed Yeah
Chorus Where the Spirit of the Lord is Where the Spirit of the Lord is Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is freedom
You’re restoring hope and it’s rising in us It’s coming with the dawn There’s a new song deep within us That’s finally being sung
Bridge Freedom for the captives—yes! Rise up you daughers and sons For it’s His name He has given us, and the battle has already been won We are the victors! We are the saints! We are his children bringing glory to his name Oooh oh oh Oooh oh oh
A new song for a new day rises up in me A new song for a new day rises up in me
The mother of all sins is man trying to be God. The manifestation of the mother of all sins is man defining good and evil independent of God.
The mother of all sins is man trying to be God. The manifestation of the mother of all sins is man defining good and evil independent of God.
Peace, bringing it all to peace The storm surrounding me Let it break at Your name Still, call the sea to still The rage in me to still Every wave at Your name
Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus, You silence fear Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus
Breathe, then call these bones to live Call these lungs to sing Once again, I will praise
Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus, You silence fear Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus, You silence fear Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus
Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny Your name cannot be overcome Your name is alive forever lifted high Your name cannot be overcome Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus, You silence fear Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus Jesus, Jesus Jesus, Jesus
Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny Your name cannot be overcome Your name is alive forever lifted high Your name cannot be overcome Your name is a light that the shadows can't deny Your name cannot be overcome Your name is alive forever lifted high Your name cannot be overcome
Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus, You silence fear Jesus, Jesus, You make the darkness tremble Jesus, Jesus
Every Christian knows that ALL sins are bad. And that SOME sins are worse than others. But is there ONE sin that is worst of all? Is there a "mother" of all sins that gives birth to all the rest? The answer is "Yes".
You hear me when I call You are my morning song Though darkness fills the night It cannot hide the light Whom shall I fear
You crush the enemy Underneath my feet You are my sword and shield Though troubles linger still Whom shall I fear
I know who goes before me I know who stands behind me The God of angel armies Is always by my side The one who reigns forever He is a friend of mine The God of angel armies Is always by my side
My strength is in Your name For You alone can save You will deliver me Yours is the victory Whom shall I fear Whom shall I fear
I know who goes before me I know who stands behind me The God of angel armies Is always by my side The one who reigns forever He is a friend of mine The God of angel armies Is always by my side
And nothing formed against me shall stand You hold the whole world in Your hands I'm holding on to Your promises You are faithful You are faithful You are faithful
I know who goes before me I know who stands behind me The God of angel armies Is always by my side The one who reigns forever He is a friend of mine The God of angel armies Is always by my side The God of angel armies Is always by my side
As a man thinks in his heart, so is he. - Proverbs 23:7
Worldviews are composed of the ideas people hold that determine how they think and what they do. And those ideas have consequences! In this week's message, Pastor Ray will take an eye-opening look at what's really at stake in the 'war of the worldviews' and what happens in history when the Christian Church fails to win on the battlefield of ideas. It's a bigger deal than you may realize.
As a man thinks in his heart, so is he. - Proverbs 23:7
Worldviews are composed of the ideas people hold that determine how they think and what they do. And those ideas have consequences! In this week's message, Pastor Ray will take an eye-opening look at what's really at stake in the 'war of the worldviews' and what happens in history when the Christian Church fails to win on the battlefield of ideas. It's a bigger deal than you may realize.
There are 31,102 verses in the Bible so how would you answer this question: "What is the most IMPORTANT verse in the Bible?" Can you guess what it is?
There are 31,102 verses in the Bible so how would you answer this question: "What is the most IMPORTANT verse in the Bible?" Can you guess what it is?
Jesus, you're the center of my joy All that's good and perfect comes from you You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do Jesus, you're the center of my joy
When I've lost my direction, you're the compass for my way You're the fire and light when nights are long and cold In sadness, you are the laughter, that shatters all my fears When I'm all alone, your hand is there to hold, ohh
Jesus, you're the center of my joy All that's good and perfect comes from you You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do Jesus, you're the center of my joy
You are why I find pleasure in the simple things in life You're the music in the meadows and the streams The voices of the children, my family, and my home You're the source and finish of my highest dreams, woah
Jesus, you're the center of my joy All that's good and perfect comes from you (all that's good and perfect) You're the heart of my contentment, hope for all I do Jesus (Jesus), you are (you are) the center (the center) of my joy
Jesus (Jesus), you are (you are) the center (the center) of my joy Jesus (Jesus), you are (you are) the center (the center) of my joy
You are everything (Jesus), everything (you are) Everything (the center) everything (of my joy) You're my joy (Jesus) in my sorrow (you are) You're my hope (the center) for tomorrow (of my joy) When I'm lonely (Jesus), feel inside (you are) You're the lifter (the center) of my head (of my joy) You're my music (Jesus), you're my song (you are) You're my joy (the center) all day long (of my joy) Woah, Jesus, you're the center of my joy Of my joy
[Verse 1] Before I spoke a word You were singing over me You have been so, so Good to me Before I took a breath You breathed Your life in me You have been so, so Kind to me
[Chorus] Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God Oh, it chases me down, fights 'til I'm found, leaves the ninety-nine I couldn't earn it I don't deserve it Still You give yourself away Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God
[Verse 2] When I was your foe, still Your love fought for me You have been so, so Good to me When I felt no worth You paid it all for me You have been so, so Kind to me
[Chorus] Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God Oh, it chases me down, fights 'til I'm found, leaves the ninety-nine I couldn't earn it I don't deserve it Still You give yourself away Oh, the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God
[Bridge] There's no shadow You won't light up Mountain You won't climb up Coming after me There's no wall You won't kick down No lie You won't tear down Coming after me
My eyes above what it looks like My eyes above what it looks like I will only see All You promised me
My eyes above what it looks like My eyes above what it looks like I want what You want, I want Kingdom come
My eyes above what it looks like My eyes above what it looks like I will only see All You promised me My eyes above what it looks like My eyes above what it looks like I want what You want, I want Kingdom come
Let the weight of Heaven Let the weight of Heaven
Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way
My faith beyond what it feels like My faith beyond what it feels like All the way to You, All the way to breakthrough breakthrough My faith beyond what it feels like My faith beyond what it feels like Not by power or might Holy Spirit right now
Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Something's changing in the spirit Something's breaking I can feel it Heaven come down Heaven come down
Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way Fall, Fall, Fall Have your way, Have your way
In Matthew 24, Jesus said the primary indicator of His imminent return was "deception!"
In our confused and chaotic world, masses are being misled. Do we know how to discern between the secular and spiritual? This is the clash of the worldviews in which we find ourselves and Saturday's message from Larry Tomczak will bring us security, peace, and hope!
In Matthew 24, Jesus said the primary indicator of His imminent return was "deception!"
In our confused and chaotic world, masses are being misled. Do we know how to discern between the secular and spiritual? This is the clash of the worldviews in which we find ourselves and Saturday's message from Larry Tomczak will bring us security, peace, and hope!
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV)
Our churches today are filled with people who are spiritually "stuck". All because no one ever told them that being saved is not an end, it is a new beginning; a new way of "beholding" or "seeing" all things new through the lens of a biblical worldview. We hope you can be with us this weekend as we continue with our life-changing study of "The War of the Worldviews."
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV)
Our churches today are filled with people who are spiritually "stuck". All because no one ever told them that being saved is not an end, it is a new beginning; a new way of "beholding" or "seeing" all things new through the lens of a biblical worldview. We hope you can be with us this weekend as we continue with our life-changing study of "The War of the Worldviews."
"Christians aren't at war with people--we are at war with the worldviews that hold people hostage."
God's people cannot hope to win the culture wars without a biblical worldview. The problem is that less than 1 in 5 Christians in America have a biblical worldview! (Barna Research Group)
We hope you can be with us as we launch out into the New Year with a comprehensive study of this most important, yet neglected subjects, and one that must be addressed.
"Christians aren't at war with people--we are at war with the worldviews that hold people hostage."
God's people cannot hope to win the culture wars without a biblical worldview. The problem is that less than 1 in 5 Christians in America have a biblical worldview! (Barna Research Group)
We hope you can be with us as we launch out into the New Year with a comprehensive study of this most important, yet neglected subjects, and one that must be addressed.
Pastor Ray will conclude our year-long, verse-by- verse study of the Sermon of the Mount this weekend with a message from the last 2 verses of Matthew 7, which record the effect Jesus' teaching had upon His hearers...
And so it was, when Jesus had ended these sayings, that the people were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. Matthew 7:28-29 NKJV
We hope you can be with us for this powerful reminder that Jesus the Teacher is, above all, Jesus the LORD.
Pastor Ray will conclude our year-long, verse-by- verse study of the Sermon of the Mount this weekend with a message from the last 2 verses of Matthew 7, which record the effect Jesus' teaching had upon His hearers...
And so it was, when Jesus had ended these sayings, that the people were astonished at His teaching, for He taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. Matthew 7:28-29 NKJV
We hope you can be with us for this powerful reminder that Jesus the Teacher is, above all, Jesus the LORD.
The Lord Jesus Christ concludes His magnificent Sermon the Mount with a most serious warning: Judgment Day will reveal whether we are the "wise man" who built his life on a foundation of rock or the "foolish man" who built his life on a foundation of sand. We need to know which man we are now, because on that Day it will be too late to rebuild!
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's important message, "A Tale of Two Houses".
The Lord Jesus Christ concludes His magnificent Sermon the Mount with a most serious warning: Judgment Day will reveal whether we are the "wise man" who built his life on a foundation of rock or the "foolish man" who built his life on a foundation of sand. We need to know which man we are now, because on that Day it will be too late to rebuild!
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Pastor Ray's important message, "A Tale of Two Houses".
The Lord Jesus pulls no punches when it comes to unmasking the "easy believe-ism" of so much of our modern day evangelism. Not everyone who names God knows God.
Please join us Saturday at 5 p.m. for the 1st of Pastor Ray's 2-part message on "False Peace" and the dangers of counterfeit Christianity
The Lord Jesus pulls no punches when it comes to unmasking the "easy believe-ism" of so much of our modern day evangelism. Not everyone who names God knows God.
Please join us Saturday at 5 p.m. for the 1st of Pastor Ray's 2-part message on "False Peace" and the dangers of counterfeit Christianity
The Lord Jesus pulls no punches when it comes to unmasking the "easy believe-ism" of so much of our modern day evangelism. Not everyone who names God knows God.
Please join us Saturday at 5 p.m. for the 1st of Pastor Ray's 2-part message on "False Peace" and the dangers of counterfeit Christianity.
Verse 1: I don't want to be afraid Every time I face the waves I don't want to be afraid I don't want to be afraid I don't want to fear the storm Just because I hear the roar I don't want to fear the storm I don't want to fear the storm
Chorus: Peace be still Say the word and I will Set my feet upon the sea Till I'm dancing in the deep Oh peace be still You are here so it is well Even when my eyes can't see I will trust the voice that speaks
Verse 2: I'm not gonna be afraid 'Cause these waves are only waves I'm not gonna be afraid I'm not gonna be afraid I'm not gonna fear the storm You are greater than it's roar I'm not gonna fear the storm I'm not gonna fear at all
Chorus: Peace be still Say the word and I will Set my feet upon the sea Till I'm dancing in the deep Oh peace be still You are here so it is well Even when my eyes can't see I will trust the voice that speaks Peace, peace, yeah Over me
Bridge: Let faith, rise up Oh heart, believe Let faith rise up in me Let faith, rise up Oh heart, believe Let faith rise up in me Lift your voice denial Let faith, rise up Oh heart, believe it Let faith rise up in me Let faith, rise up Oh heart, believe Let faith rise up in me
Chorus: Peace be still Say the word and I will Set my feet upon the sea Till I'm dancing in the deep
Peace be still You are here so it is well Even when my eyes can't see I will trust the voice that speaks Peace, peace Over me Peace, peace Over me
The Lord Jesus pulls no punches when it comes to unmasking the "easy believe-ism" of so much of our modern day evangelism. Not everyone who names God knows God.
Please join us Saturday at 5 p.m. for the 1st of Pastor Ray's 2-part message on "False Peace" and the dangers of counterfeit Christianit
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. You shall know them by their fruits. Matthew 7:15-16
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's expository teaching on Jesus' serious warning to "Beware of False Prophets". This one is a much needed message in times like these!
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. You shall know them by their fruits. Matthew 7:15-16
We hope you can be with us this weekend for Part 2 of Pastor Ray's expository teaching on Jesus' serious warning to "Beware of False Prophets". This one is a much needed message in times like these!
"Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves." - Jesus speaking in Matthew 7:15
Pastor Ray continues our yearlong verse-by-verse studies in the Sermon on the Mount with the 1st of 2 messages on the deadly danger of false prophets within the church. There may be more of them than you think
"Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves." - Jesus speaking in Matthew 7:15
Pastor Ray continues our yearlong verse-by-verse studies in the Sermon on the Mount with the 1st of 2 messages on the deadly danger of false prophets within the church. There may be more of them than you think
Our culture today is tragically characterized by dishonor, division, and discourtesy. God wants to restore in the local church a "culture of honor" declaring and demonstrating a counter-cultural witness that provokes onlookers to the healthy and holy alternative of the Kingdom of God.
Returning with Doris from the Intercessors for America annual board meeting in Washington DC, Larry will bring fresh inspiration and biblical instruction on this critical theme today.
"If you find it easy to be a Christian, you probably aren't one." - Matt Walsh
Jesus pulled no punches when He described what the "normal Christian life" will look like. So why do we?
"If you find it easy to be a Christian, you probably aren't one." - Matt Walsh
Jesus pulled no punches when He described what the "normal Christian life" will look like. So why do we?
"Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it. Matthew 7:13-14 (NKJV)
"If you find it easy to be a Christian, you probably aren't one." - Matt Walsh
Jesus tells us that our eternity will be determined by one of 2 choices: the "narrow gate" that leads to life or the "broad gate" that leads to destruction, and that "many" will be lost and "few" will be saved. We hope you can be with us for this week's compelling message that exposes the false gospel being preached today that offers an easy way to heaven and a comfortable path along the way.
This is one you will want your friends to hear!
"Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it. Matthew 7:13-14 (NKJV)
"If you find it easy to be a Christian, you probably aren't one." - Matt Walsh
Jesus tells us that our eternity will be determined by one of 2 choices: the "narrow gate" that leads to life or the "broad gate" that leads to destruction, and that "many" will be lost and "few" will be saved. We hope you can be with us for this week's compelling message that exposes the false gospel being preached today that offers an easy way to heaven and a comfortable path along the way.
This is one you will want your friends to hear!
Often quoted but more often ignored, Jesus' prescription for a blessed life sums up the Old Testament in 13 words! Join us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message on "The Golden Rule".
Often quoted but more often ignored, Jesus' prescription for a blessed life sums up the Old Testament in 13 words! Join us this weekend for Pastor Ray's message on "The Golden Rule".
French artist Marcel Duchamp said "There is something like an explosion in the meaning of certain words."
The word love is certainly one of those words. Although it is often misunderstood and abused both in the church and in society at large, love is clearly defined in the bible and it is something that can be lived out every day.
Kyle brings us the word this week with a very timely and powerful message!
Coming around the homestretch in this magnificent masterpiece message, Jesus makes sure we're presented the four principles that enable us to be successful for the glory of God. Do you know what they are?
Don't miss this Saturday as Larry Tomczak, fresh from ministry in the capital of Canada, opens God's treasure chest for us!
Coming around the homestretch in this magnificent masterpiece message, Jesus makes sure we're presented the four principles that enable us to be successful for the glory of God. Do you know what they are?
Don't miss this Saturday as Larry Tomczak, fresh from ministry in the capital of Canada, opens God's treasure chest for us!
In Matthew 7:1, Jesus commands that we "Judge not". In John 7:24, He commands us to "Judge righteous judgment". Our Lord was not confused. There is no contradiction here, just much misunderstanding about the difference between judging righteous judgment and the terrible sin of judgmentalism. Every Christian needs to know the difference.
In Matthew 7:1, Jesus commands that we "Judge not". In John 7:24, He commands us to "Judge righteous judgment". Our Lord was not confused. There is no contradiction here, just much misunderstanding about the difference between judging righteous judgment and the terrible sin of judgmentalism. Every Christian needs to know the difference.
Pastor Ray will be sharing the message, "Judgment on Judgmentalism" Saturday at 5 p.m. Celebration Church meets at Oak Hill Assembly of God, 5200 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN 37220. We invite you to join us!
Jesus said, "Judge not, lest ye be judged". And it is the most misunderstood command in the Bible. The world is quoting it to the church to shame us into silence. The church is quoting it to itself to make sure we are politically correct. What a mess.
Please join us this week for Pastor Ray's compelling message about what Jesus meant, (and what He did not mean), when He gave us this amazing commandment. This message is so relevant to our modern times that it would be a good one to invite your friends and neighbors to come and hear!
Jesus said, "Judge not, lest ye be judged". And it is the most misunderstood command in the Bible. The world is quoting it to the church to shame us into silence. The church is quoting it to itself to make sure we are politically correct. What a mess.
Please join us this week for Pastor Ray's compelling message about what Jesus meant, (and what He did not mean), when He gave us this amazing commandment. This message is so relevant to our modern times that it would be a good one to invite your friends and neighbors to come and hear!
Worry, anxiety and fear are powerful forces that rob us of our peace and distract us from our focus on God and His Kingdom. But victory is available!
Worry, anxiety and fear are powerful forces that rob us of our peace and distract us from our focus on God and His Kingdom. But victory is available!
What did Jesus mean when He commanded us to lay up "treasure" in heaven, not on earth?
Find out this week in Pastor Ray's powerful and practical message, "The Value System of the Kingdom"
What did Jesus mean when He commanded us to lay up "treasure" in heaven, not on earth?
Find out this week in Pastor Ray's powerful and practical message, "The Value System of the Kingdom".
Understanding fasting as presented in scripture can either be a distasteful or delightful experience! Jesus spoke of a "bridal fast" that brings breakthrough and answers to long-standing prayers.
Discover the keys and enter into this often misunderstood part of the normal Christian life tomorrow!
So Understanding fasting as presented in scripture can either be a distasteful or delightful experience! Jesus spoke of a "bridal fast" that brings breakthrough and answers to long-standing prayers.
Discover the keys and enter into this often misunderstood part of the normal Christian life tomorrow!
C.S. Lewis once said, "We all agree that forgiveness is a wonderful idea, until we have to practice it."
In this week's message, "The Power of Forgiveness", Pastor Ray will show how forgiveness is more than a wonderful idea, it is a requirement of the normal Christian life.
C.S. Lewis once said, "We all agree that forgiveness is a wonderful idea, until we have to practice it."
In this week's message, "The Power of Forgiveness", Pastor Ray will show how forgiveness is more than a wonderful idea, it is a requirement of the normal Christian life.
Asking God to "Give us this day our daily bread" has to be one of the most familiar prayer requests in human history. But so few who pray this prayer have a full understanding of what Jesus had in mind when He taught it!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray presents some fresh prophetic insight on what it means to ask the Father for "Our Daily Bread".
Asking God to "Give us this day our daily bread" has to be one of the most familiar prayer requests in human history. But so few who pray this prayer have a full understanding of what Jesus had in mind when He taught it!
We hope you can be with us this weekend as Pastor Ray presents some fresh prophetic insight on what it means to ask the Father for "Our Daily Bread".
What is the most important subject in the Bible? What is #1 on God's agenda for planet Earth? What was the main message of John the Baptist? What was the subject of Jesus' first sermon? What does the Lord tell us to pray for first in all our prayers? The answer to all of the above is: The Kingdom of God!
So why is it so many of God's people haven't got a clue? We hope you can join us this weekend for Pastor Ray's provocative message, "Thy Kingdom Come", and find out why this one thing changes every thing.
What is the most important subject in the Bible? What is #1 on God's agenda for planet Earth? What was the main message of John the Baptist? What was the subject of Jesus' first sermon? What does the Lord tell us to pray for first in all our prayers? The answer to all of the above is: The Kingdom of God!
So why is it so many of God's people haven't got a clue? We hope you can join us this weekend for Pastor Ray's provocative message, "Thy Kingdom Come", and find out why this one thing changes every thing.
"Prayer changes things?"
Actually it is believing prayer that changes things! This Saturday evening's message, "How to Pray and Get What You Pray For" conveys the five principles of effective prayer that Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount. Be there!
"Prayer changes things?"
Actually it is believing prayer that changes things! This Saturday evening's message, "How to Pray and Get What You Pray For" conveys the five principles of effective prayer that Jesus taught in the Sermon on the Mount. Be there!
Derek Prince, one of the greatest Bible teachers of the last generation, once pointed out that "It is the Fatherhood of God that makes Christianity different from all other religions". How right he was. Yet how often do we fail to see Jesus' emphasis on the importance of truly knowing God as Father?
We hope you can be with us this week as Pastor Ray continues our studies in the Sermon on the Mount with an inspirational message on what it means to be a child of God the Father.
Derek Prince, one of the greatest Bible teachers of the last generation, once pointed out that "It is the Fatherhood of God that makes Christianity different from all other religions". How right he was. Yet how often do we fail to see Jesus' emphasis on the importance of truly knowing God as Father?
We hope you can be with us this week as Pastor Ray continues our studies in the Sermon on the Mount with an inspirational message on what it means to be a child of God the Father.
While almost everyone can recite the "Lord's Prayer" word for word, very few realize that the first two words of this famous prayer are the key to unlocking the power of the whole thing.
We hope you can join us this week for a message from Pastor Ray that will revolutionize your prayer life and enrich your relationship with God forever. Come find out what you might have been missing!
While almost everyone can recite the "Lord's Prayer" word for word, very few realize that the first two words of this famous prayer are the key to unlocking the power of the whole thing.
We hope you can join us this week for a message from Pastor Ray that will revolutionize your prayer life and enrich your relationship with God forever. Come find out what you might have been missing!
What does a book written by a retired Lutheran minister in 1929, and 2 Hollywood movies from the book in 1935 and 1954, have in common with Jesus' words in the Sermon on the Mount preached in 32 A.D.?
We hope you can be with us this week for Pastor Ray's inspirational message from Matthew 6, "Magnificent Obsession".
What does a book written by a retired Lutheran minister in 1929, and 2 Hollywood movies from the book in 1935 and 1954, have in common with Jesus' words in the Sermon on the Mount preached in 32 A.D.?
We hope you can be with us this week for Pastor Ray's inspirational message from Matthew 6, "Magnificent Obsession".
Worthy is the Lamb who was slain Holy, holy is He Sing a new song to Him who sits on Heaven's mercy seat
Worthy is the Lamb who was slain Holy, holy is He Sing a new song to Him who sits on Heaven's mercy seat
Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty Who was and is and is to come With all creation I sing praise to the King of kings You are my everything and I will adore You
Clothed in rainbows of living color Flashes of lightning, rolls of thunder Blessing and honor strength and glory and power be To You: the only wise King
Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty Who was and is and is to come With all creation I sing praise to the King of kings You are my everything and I will adore You
Filled with wonder, awestruck wonder At the mention of Your name Jesus, Your name is power, breath and living water Such a marvelous mystery
Oh, You're worthy, mystery You are worthy
Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty Who was and is and is to come With all creation I sing praise to the King of kings You are my everything and I will adore You I will adore You
The 3 greatest roadblocks to my living the normal Christian life are "me", "myself" and "I".
In this week's teaching from the Sermon on the Mount, we will find out why the overcoming life we long to live in Christ lies on the other side of our death to the demands of a tyrant named "self".
The 3 greatest roadblocks to my living the normal Christian life are "me", "myself" and "I".
In this week's teaching from the Sermon on the Mount, we will find out why the overcoming life we long to live in Christ lies on the other side of our death to the demands of a tyrant named "self".
The urge to retaliate or strike back at those who offend us comes natural to human beings. But why? Jesus gets to the heart of the matter this week when we consider the spiritual meaning behind such well-known sayings as "eye for an eye, tooth for tooth" and Jesus teaching to "turn the other check".
The urge to retaliate or strike back at those who offend us comes natural to human beings. But why? Jesus gets to the heart of the matter this week when we consider the spiritual meaning behind such well-known sayings as "eye for an eye, tooth for tooth" and Jesus teaching to "turn the other check".
Jesus had a lot to say to a culture that can't tell the truth. Don't miss this timely message from the Sermon on the Mount series!
Jesus had a lot to say to a culture that can't tell the truth. Don't miss this timely message from the Sermon on the Mount series!
Jesus' hard line about the sanctity of marriage and the only acceptable grounds for divorce and remarriage offended the Pharisees and flustered His own disciples. How much more of a bombshell will it be for modern ears?
We continue in our verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount with this relevant and much needed message from Matthew 5:31-32.
Jesus' hard line about the sanctity of marriage and the only acceptable grounds for divorce and remarriage offended the Pharisees and flustered His own disciples. How much more of a bombshell will it be for modern ears?
We continue in our verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount with this relevant and much needed message from Matthew 5:31-32.
You don't want to miss the informative and inspiring message by Larry Tomczak in our series on The Sermon on the Mount entitled "Unfaithfully Yours: Adultery - The Scarlet Letter."
Learn the deception of succumbing, the directions for overcoming and the 25 consequences of adultery Satan doesn't disclose.
You don't want to miss the informative and inspiring message by Larry Tomczak in our series on The Sermon on the Mount entitled "Unfaithfully Yours: Adultery - The Scarlet Letter."
Learn the deception of succumbing, the directions for overcoming and the 25 consequences of adultery Satan doesn't disclose.
It would be hard to find anyone among us who has actually broken God's commandment that says, "Thou shalt not kill". But it would be equally hard to find anyone among us who has not had to deal with the inner attitude of anger, which according to Jesus, is the root of all murder.
This week, Pastor Ray will continue our studies from the Sermon on the Mount with an eye-opening look at what Jesus had to say about the problem of anger and how He commands us to deal with it.
It would be hard to find anyone among us who has actually broken God's commandment that says, "Thou shalt not kill". But it would be equally hard to find anyone among us who has not had to deal with the inner attitude of anger, which according to Jesus, is the root of all murder.
This week, Pastor Ray will continue our studies from the Sermon on the Mount with an eye-opening look at what Jesus had to say about the problem of anger and how He commands us to deal with it.
My God is more than enough He can supply all my needs He is my El Shaddai He always looks out for me Jehovah Jireh, He is my God Jehovah Jireh, He is my God
Repeat
All of the earth is His And the fullness thereof Everything that I need You can be sure of Jehovah Jireh, He is my God Jehovah Jireh, He is my God Repeat
So why should I worry 'Bout the highs and the lows The ups and the downs When by my faith I know
My God is more than enough He can supply all needs He is my El Shaddai He always looks out for me Jehovah Jireh, He is my God Jehovah Jireh, He is my God
All of the earth is His And the fullness thereof Everything that I need You can be sure of Jehovah Jireh, He is my God Jehovah Jireh, He is my God
So why should I worry 'Bout the highs and the lows The ups and downs When by my faith I know (My God is)
More than enough (repeat)
The Jews of Jesus' day mishandled God's Law and commandments the same way some Christians do to this day; they were caught up in the letter of the Law and misunderstood its spiritual nature.
In this week's message, Pastor Ray will introduce one of the most important sections of the Sermon on the Mount, (Matthew 5:21-48), where the Lord Jesus interprets Old Testament Law for New Testament believers.
The Jews of Jesus' day mishandled God's Law and commandments the same way some Christians do to this day; they were caught up in the letter of the Law and misunderstood its spiritual nature.
In this week's message, Pastor Ray will introduce one of the most important sections of the Sermon on the Mount, (Matthew 5:21-48), where the Lord Jesus interprets Old Testament Law for New Testament believers.
During the Cold War, no one could get out of Communist East Berlin to freedom in West Berlin without passing through "Checkpoint Charlie". You had to have your papers in order to do so.
In this week's message, we will see the heavenly version of "Checkpoint Charlie" from Jesus' words... "Unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the Kingdom of heaven." - Matthew 5:20
No one can go to heaven with "exceeding" righteousness but do we know what it is?
During the Cold War, no one could get out of Communist East Berlin to freedom in West Berlin without passing through "Checkpoint Charlie". You had to have your papers in order to do so.
In this week's message, we will see the heavenly version of "Checkpoint Charlie" from Jesus' words... "Unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the Kingdom of heaven." - Matthew 5:20
No one can go to heaven with "exceeding" righteousness but do we know what it is?
"We know that the Law is good, if one uses it lawfully." 1 Timothy 1:8
It is critical for Christians to know how to relate to God's law and commandments; especially to know what the Law can and cannot do. Last week we learned that the Law cannot save us, keep us saved, or condemn us. But the Law DOES have its proper uses.
"We know that the Law is good, if one uses it lawfully." 1 Timothy 1:8
It is critical for Christians to know how to relate to God's law and commandments; especially to know what the Law can and cannot do. Last week we learned that the Law cannot save us, keep us saved, or condemn us. But the Law DOES have its proper uses.
"We know the law is good, if one use it lawfully."
1 Timothy 1:8
Pastor Ray continues our verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount this week with a look at the Law and commandments of God and how it all relates to the New Testament believer. Knowing what the Law can do and cannot do is fundamental to your faith.
"We know the law is good, if one use it lawfully."
1 Timothy 1:8
Pastor Ray continues our verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount this week with a look at the Law and commandments of God and how it all relates to the New Testament believer. Knowing what the Law can do and cannot do is fundamental to your faith.
The stone rolled away and the proof of Christ is God's message to us that no obstacle or problem is too difficult for God. We will be examining the proofs of the claims of Jesus that He would rise from the dead after his crucifixion.
"Truly I say to you, unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the Kingdom of God." - Matthew 5:205
Only the truly righteous go to heaven. But there is a "counterfeit" kind righteousness that can't get you there. Pastor Ray continues our studies from the Sermon on the Mount this week with a message that is foundational to the Christian gospel. This is something you cannot afford to get wrong.
"Truly I say to you, unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the Kingdom of God." - Matthew 5:20
Only the truly righteous go to heaven. But there is a "counterfeit" kind righteousness that can't get you there. Pastor Ray continues our studies from the Sermon on the Mount this week with a message that is foundational to the Christian gospel. This is something you cannot afford to get wrong.
Jesus said, "Think not that I am come to abolish the law and the prophets. I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill." - Matthew 5:17
In this week's message, Pastor Ray shows "How Christ Fulfills The Law" and what it means for the Christian today.
"Do not think I am come to abolish the Law and the prophets; I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill." - Matthew 5:17
If we are saved by grace, what still we have to do with God's Laws and commandments? The answer may surprise you! We continue our verse-by-verse journey through the Sermon on the Mount with a series of teachings that can revolutionize your Christian life and your understanding of the Gospel.
"Do not think I am come to abolish the Law and the prophets; I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill." - Matthew 5:17
If we are saved by grace, what still we have to do with God's Laws and commandments? The answer may surprise you! We continue our verse-by-verse journey through the Sermon on the Mount with a series of teachings that can revolutionize your Christian life and your understanding of the Gospel.
Jesus said, "I am the Light of the world." He also said, "You are the light of the world!" Which is it? Larry Tomczak unpacks this mystery to bring us fresh inspiration and motivation to live an abundant life.
It's Your heart we're searching for We want You and nothing more Let Your glory fill this place We're alive in Your presence
We surrender all to You Do what You want to, Do what You want to God we long to see You move Do what you want to, Do what You want to
We are standing in Your light And our hearts are open wide Let us see more than before Lord, come have your way here
All consuming fire fall, Fall on us
Jesus said, "I am the Light of the world." He also said, "You are the light of the world!" Which is it? Larry Tomczak unpacks this mystery to bring us fresh inspiration and motivation to live an abundant life.
Larry Tomczak, who serves nationally as a cultural commentator and is the author of 10 books, will speak on the subject, "You Are the Salt of the Earth." Learn the fascinating 5 uses for salt and how they apply to your life and those of Christians in these turbulent times.
Larry Tomczak, who serves nationally as a cultural commentator and is the author of 10 books, will speak on the subject, "You Are the Salt of the Earth." Learn the fascinating 5 uses for salt and how they apply to your life and those of Christians in these turbulent times.
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake..." Matthew 11
Pastor Ray concludes the section of studies on the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount as the series continues with an eye-opening look at the 8th, and perhaps least understood, of them all.
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake..." Matthew 11
Pastor Ray concludes the section of studies on the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount as the series continues with an eye-opening look at the 8th, and perhaps least understood, of them all.
We continue our verse by verse study of the sermon on the mount this weekend with the 7th beatitude: "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God".
In a time when wars and relational conflicts are in the news every day, God's people really need to practice this one!
We continue our verse by verse study of the sermon on the mount this weekend with the 7th beatitude: "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God".
In a time when wars and relational conflicts are in the news every day, God's people really need to practice this one!
In this session, we'll get down to the nitty-gritty of how we can apply certain principles of biblical interpretation in discerning true teaching (orthodoxy) from false teaching (heresy). We will also learn how to distinguish aberrational doctrine (that which differs from the norm) from the false teachers, false prophets, and "damnable heresies" that will present themselves to deceive the end-time church.
The One who made the blind to see Is moving here in front of me, moving here in front of me The One who made the deaf to hear Is silencing my every fear, silencing my every fear
[Chorus:] I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles
The One who does impossible is Reaching out to make me whole Reaching out to make me whole The One who put death in its place His life is flowing through my veins His life is flowing through my veins
[Chorus x2:] I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles
The God who was and is to come The power of the Risen One The God who brings the dead to life You're the God of miracles! You're the God of miracles! [x2]
[Chorus:] I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles
The God who was and is to come The power of the Risen One The God who brings the dead to life You're the God of miracles! You're the God of miracles!
[Chorus:] I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles I believe in You, I believe in You You're the God of miracles
"To see God is the purpose of all religion". - David Martyn Lloyd-Jones
We will continue our verse-by-verse studies of the Sermon on the Mount with an in-depth look at the 6th Beatitude, which reveals a dynamic connection between the purity of our hearts and our ability to "see" the Lord, both now and in eternity.
"To see God is the purpose of all religion". - David Martyn Lloyd-Jones
We will continue our verse-by-verse studies of the Sermon on the Mount with an in-depth look at the 6th Beatitude, which reveals a dynamic connection between the purity of our hearts and our ability to "see" the Lord, both now and in eternity.
Pastor Ray continues our verse-by-verse studies in the Sermon on the Mount with the 5th Beatitude, one of the most probing and misunderstood of them all.
Pastor Ray continues our verse-by-verse studies in the Sermon on the Mount with the 5th Beatitude, one of the most probing and misunderstood of them all.
Pastor Ray continues our verse-by-verse studies from the Sermon on the Mount with the 4th Beatitude, one of the most practical of the 8
"Happiness never comes to those who hunger and thirst after happiness. Happiness is the natural condition of those who hunger and thirst after righteousness."
Pastor Ray continues our verse-by-verse studies from the Sermon on the Mount with the 4th Beatitude, one of the most practical of the 8
"Happiness never comes to those who hunger and thirst after happiness. Happiness is the natural condition of those who hunger and thirst after righteousness."
We continue our verse-by-verse journey through the Sermon on the Mount with a look at one of the most quoted, yet least understood, of all the Beatitudes.
We continue our verse-by-verse journey through the Sermon on the Mount with a look at one of the most quoted, yet least understood, of all the Beatitudes.
We continue our verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount with a close look at the 2nd Beatitude.
Warning: it doesn't mean what you think!
We continue our verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount with a close look at the 2nd Beatitude.
Warning: it doesn't mean what you think!
Pastor Ray continues his series "The Normal Christian Life: Studies In The Sermon On The Mount" this Saturday as we get into the scripture text for Part 3: Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit
Pastor Ray continues his series "The Normal Christian Life: Studies In The Sermon On The Mount" this Saturday as we get into the scripture text for Part 3: Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit.
How can I know if I'm living the "normal Christian life" if I don't know what it is? Good question. The answer is you can't!
Jesus provides the perfect picture of Christian character in the 8 Beatitudes that introduce the Sermon on the Mount.
How can I know if I'm living the "normal Christian life" if I don't know what it is? Good question. The answer is you can't!
Jesus provides the perfect picture of Christian character in the 8 Beatitudes that introduce the Sermon on the Mount.
We kick off the New Year in a big way as we introduce the verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount, (Matthew 5-6 & 7), which will be our theme for the next 6 months.
The series is called "The Normal Christian Life", the life Jesus intends for every child of God to live. Prepare to be amazed and transformed by what He has to say!
We kick off the New Year in a big way as we introduce the verse-by-verse study of the Sermon on the Mount, (Matthew 5-6 & 7), which will be our theme for the next 6 months.
The series is called "The Normal Christian Life", the life Jesus intends for every child of God to live. Prepare to be amazed and transformed by what He has to say!
Dorothy Sayers, a close friend of the great C.S. Lewis, once said:
"The incarnation is the most dramatic thing about Christianity; and indeed, the most dramatic thing that ever entered the mind of man."
But in recent years, the busyness of the Christmas season has tended to smother out our appreciation of the amazing account of the God who "became flesh" and the practical implications it has for how we live our lives today.
Dorothy Sayers, a close friend of the great C.S. Lewis, once said:
"The incarnation is the most dramatic thing about Christianity; and indeed, the most dramatic thing that ever entered the mind of man."
But in recent years, the busyness of the Christmas season has tended to smother out our appreciation of the amazing account of the God who "became flesh" and the practical implications it has for how we live our lives today.
Dorothy Sayers, a close friend of the great C.S. Lewis, once said:
"The incarnation is the most dramatic thing about Christianity; and indeed, the most dramatic thing that ever entered the mind of man."
But in recent years, the busyness of the Christmas season has tended to smother out our appreciation of the amazing account of the God who "became flesh" and the practical implications it has for how we live our lives today.
Dorothy Sayers, a close friend of the great C.S. Lewis, once said:
"The incarnation is the most dramatic thing about Christianity; and indeed, the most dramatic thing that ever entered the mind of man."
But in recent years, the busyness of the Christmas season has tended to smother out our appreciation of the amazing account of the God who "became flesh" and the practical implications it has for how we live our lives today.
For 2000 years, the Church has repeatedly tended to slide off the highway of holiness into one of two theological ditches:
Legalism (a misuse of the Law) and License (a misuse of Grace). The peril of the last generation was legalism. But this generation is facing the serious error of the other extreme:
a "hyper-grace" message that teaches God's grace has done away with God's law. If we are to "earnestly contend for the faith once and for all delivered to the saints", we're going to have to go back to the Bible to discover the law's place in an age of grace!
Jesus warned His disciples to beware of the false prophets who were really wolves in sheep's clothing and that they could be known by their fruit. But in his parting words to the elders in the church of Ephesus in Acts 20, the Apostle Paul offers counsel on how to "wolf-proof" God's church. The answer may surprise you.
Thomas Lunaker, physician to England's King Henry VIII, did not receive Christ until his 30's. Upon reading the Gospels for the first time, he was astounded at the chasm between what he read and what he saw in the spiritual condition of the Church. His conclusion: "Either these are not the Gospels, or we are not Christians."
The battle for the Presidency is over. Perhaps now we can get on with an even more important conflict, recovering authentic Christianity in a postmodern world.
Pastor Ray continues his series on "The Battle of the Mind" this weekend with Part 2, "The Weapons Of Our Warfare".
Pastor Ray continues his series on "The Battle of the Mind" this weekend with Part 2, "The Weapons Of Our Warfare".
"Be very careful about what you think. Your thoughts run your life." Proverbs 4:23 (NCV)
We are living the "perilous times" of the last days (2 Timothy 3:1) and the level of spiritual warfare has never been more intense. The battlefield is the mind. And it's a battle we can win!
"Be very careful about what you think. Your thoughts run your life." Proverbs 4:23 (NCV)
We are living the "perilous times" of the last days (2 Timothy 3:1) and the level of spiritual warfare has never been more intense. The battlefield is the mind. And it's a battle we can win!
Political, moral and spiritual crises often go hand in hand. A look back at Israel during the days of the prophet Jeremiah proves that this isn't the first time a once godly nation finds itself teeter-tottering over the abyss of judgement. Does God have a word for His people in times like these? He does. And it may surprise you.
A national survey reveals nearly 40% of Americans are experiencing tension with family or friends over this election. The 2016 presidential campaign has been unprecedented and leaves us in a quandary:
How do we proceed? What do we say? How do we pray?
"We have now sunk to a depth at which the restatement of the obvious is the first duty of intelligent men." - George Orwell
The world is in crisis. Our nation is divided, and we find ourselves in the midst of a presidential election season that has become a spectacle. But there is a silver lining!
In a few short weeks, our politically polarized nation will go to the polls and elect the next President of the United States. With so much at stake, is there a word from God about what His people are to do?
In the 8th chapter of Acts, an Angel sent the Apostle Philip into the desert, where he found an Ethiopian eunuch reading Old Testament scripture, and asked him, "Do you understand what you are reading?" The Ethiopian replied with another question: "How can I unless SOMEONE guides me?"
God is calling us to care about the multitudes of people all around us who are in a kind of spiritual desert, waiting for SOMEONE to help. Will you be that "someone"? You can be.
Brother Herb has been training Pastors, Christian leaders, and churches in the process of wold-impacting disciple-making for over 50 years. He has made over 70 overseas trips and now we have the opportunity to receive this intensive training right here in Middle Tennessee.
The most important question for our church is not who we are; or what we do; or how we do what we do. The most important question for our church, (or any church), is WHY are we here?
The Gospels of Matthew and Mark include the account of Jesus' interaction with a seemingly well qualified seeker of eternal life. The Master's response is curious, even counter-cultural to how we present the terms of discipleship today.
The Gospels of Matthew and Mark include the account of Jesus' interaction with a seemingly well qualified seeker of eternal life. The Master's response is curious, even counter-cultural to how we present the terms of discipleship today.
You probably know that Jesus died to deliver you from your sins. You may not know that He also died to deliver you from your 'self'.
You probably know that Jesus died to deliver you from your sins. You may not know that He also died to deliver you from your 'self'.
Genuine friendship is a gift from God. It is the foundation of a strong marriage and New Testament church. What are the 10 biblical characteristics of friendship and how do we experience it as part of our culture today?
Genuine friendship is a gift from God. It is the foundation of a strong marriage and New Testament church. What are the 10 biblical characteristics of friendship and how do we experience it as part of our culture today?
In the concluding message of this powerful series, Pastor Ray sums up the 3 things God wants you to know about how to have the blessed life He has made available to you.
In the concluding message of this powerful series, Pastor Ray sums up the 3 things God wants you to know about how to have the blessed life He has made available to you.
Our salvation in Christ not only delivers us from damnation, it sets us free to live our lives and make our choices under the limitless canopy of God's amazing grace. The Christian has been given a spiritual "bill of rights" befitting of those who are children of God and joint-heirs with Jesus. But our "rights" can become "wrongs" if we carelessly offend others.
Our salvation in Christ not only delivers us from damnation, it sets us free to live our lives and make our choices under the limitless canopy of God's amazing grace. The Christian has been given a spiritual "bill of rights" befitting of those who are children of God and joint-heirs with Jesus. But our "rights" can become "wrongs" if we carelessly offend others.
So many people are being set free and blessed through these teachings that Pastor Ray is extending this series with the message, "Escaping the Trap."
So many people are being set free and blessed through these teachings that Pastor Ray is extending this series with the message, "Escaping the Trap."
Does our Father God promise unconditional forgiveness of sins to all who ask? To anyone at any time? Jesus assures us that He does not!
Does our Father God promise unconditional forgiveness of sins to all who ask? To anyone at any time? Jesus assures us that He does not!
One of the greatest secrets of our walk with the Lord is hidden within the mystery of Jesus' final words to an imprisoned John the Baptist recorded in Matthew 11:6: "Blessed is he who is not offended because of Me."
One of the greatest secrets of our walk with the Lord is hidden within the mystery of Jesus' final words to an imprisoned John the Baptist recorded in Matthew 11:6: "Blessed is he who is not offended because of Me."
In this new series of prophetic teachings, Pastor Ray McCollum will expose the devil's most subtle strategy: the entrapment of the souls of all who fail to recognize and properly deal with the many inevitable offences that will come our way in this life.
In this new series of prophetic teachings, Pastor Ray McCollum will expose the devil's most subtle strategy: the entrapment of the souls of all who fail to recognize and properly deal with the many inevitable offences that will come our way in this life.
In the same way the slavers of Alex Haley's novel disconnected the Africans from their "Roots", so the devil seeks to keep God's people enslaved by separating us from the faith of our fathers. Pastor Ray concludes this teaching series with how the Church can reclaim the culture for Christ by reconnecting with the radical faith of our fathers and the kind of discipleship that turns the world upside down
In the same way the slavers of Alex Haley's novel disconnected the Africans from their "Roots", so the devil seeks to keep God's people enslaved by separating us from the faith of our fathers. Pastor Ray concludes this teaching series with how the Church can reclaim the culture for Christ by reconnecting with the radical faith of our fathers and the kind of discipleship that turns the world upside down
The Bible tells us that Abraham is the "father of all them that believe", who are those who "walk in the steps" of his faith. In his 2nd message on "The Discipleship Of Abraham", Pastor Ray reveals an eye-opening view of what the true Christian life really looks like. It may cause you to re-imagine your personal walk with the Lord and how you can help others seeking to follow Jesus!
The Bible tells us that Abraham is the "father of all them that believe", who are those who "walk in the steps" of his faith. In his 2nd message on "The Discipleship Of Abraham", Pastor Ray reveals an eye-opening view of what the true Christian life really looks like. It may cause you to re-imagine your personal walk with the Lord and how you can help others seeking to follow Jesus!
In his Father's Day weekend message, Pastor Ray shows why Abraham is called "the father of all them that believe," and how God uses his life as a model for all who are called to "walk in the footsteps" of his faith. (See Romans 4:11-12) You may be surprised to learn how closely his journey foreshadows Jesus' call to the 12...and to YOU!
In his Father's Day weekend message, Pastor Ray shows why Abraham is called "the father of all them that believe," and how God uses his life as a model for all who are called to "walk in the footsteps" of his faith. (See Romans 4:11-12) You may be surprised to learn how closely his journey foreshadows Jesus' call to the 12...and to YOU!
Authentic New Testament Christianity is not a meeting to attend but a life to be shared. It is a community of imperfect people learning to live a new life in a new way to the glory of God.
Authentic New Testament Christianity is not a meeting to attend but a life to be shared. It is a community of imperfect people learning to live a new life in a new way to the glory of God.