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Laurel Ridge Community Church
Seek God, Build Community, and Unleash Compassion with us at Laurel Ridge Church in Oakley, CA. Services are on Sunday mornings at 9:15am and 11:00am
This week, we will explore what it truly means to leave a lasting legacy, not through just wealth, but through timeless values. This Father's Day Message reminds us that a good life is celebrated through future generations.
This Sunday, we invite you to experience life from a perspective of faith instead of relying solely on our human vision. Let's transition from fear to trust as we explore how God empowers us to persevere during challenging moments.
Join us this Sunday for an inspiring message on how to turn a little faith into a lot! Discover how small acts of faith can lead to miraculous outcomes.
Join us this Sunday as we learn to trust in God's promises, find His peace, and rest in the assurance that He sustains us today and will continue to be faithful tomorrow.
Have you ever wondered what it means to walk in the presence of God? This week in the "Jesus Is" Series, we'll discover how God comforts us in overwhelming times, counsels us during temptation, and leads us to live a Spirit-controlled life.
Join us this Mother's Day as we explore how to make time for the most important things.
This Sunday, come discover a longing for God's Word. I hope you will witness the transformation and joy it can bring.
Nehemiah's desire was to build a city that honors God.
How do you fit in to God's plan for your church, city, country, & world?
Join us this Sunday, for Nehemiah 7: Fitting In.
This week we see how we may be "Distracted from Doing the Best," in Nehemiah 6.
Let's learn to guard ourselves from the enemy's attacks!
This week we will learn about God's Formula for Financial Freedom from Nehemiah 5.
Let's explore financial freedom through biblical principles!
Stay connected, stay alert! Join us this week as we explore Nehemiah 4 and learn how God aids us in building and defending His kingdom in Faith and Trust.
We often believe the lie of progress without pain. Nehemiah teaches us that every success story involves struggle. Let's uncover the truth of perseverance. Don't miss out on insights from Nehemiah Part 3: Pain for Progress.
Are you ready to discover your mission in life? Join us as we explore how caring can transform the world.
Don't miss out on insights from Nehemiah: Mission Possible, that could change your perspective.
Discover the qualities God can use in any of us, through the story of Nehemiah - a cup-bearer, not a priest or prophet, but a man with a heart for God's people. New Series "Nehemiah - Principles That Will Change You," starts this Sunday!
This Sunday we're tackling "Freedom from Self."
Let's explore how breaking free from bitterness and anger allows us to see who we really are in Christ.
Have your elements ready as we will celebrate the Lord's Supper this week!
Would you consider offering the devil a place to stay?
Scripture reminds us: "Do not sin in your anger," and "Do not allow the devil a stronghold."
Together, we will explore the origins of our anger and discover ways to maintain a healthy heart.
In this week's message, our theme is Freedom from... Bitterness.
We explore the origins of resentment, its potential for growth, and the harm it can inflict.
We examine the negative effects that this harmful fruit can generate.
Additionally, we learn how to eradicate this bitter root within ourselves.
We also consider our responses to individuals filled with bitterness in our lives.
This week, our ongoing series on Prayer will address the topic of "How to Pray About Your Problems."
This week we continue in our series focused on Prayer.
This week we will explore "The Conditions of Answered Prayer."
This week marks the start of an exciting new series focused on Prayer.
Our message for this week will explore the theme of "Spiritual Growth in 2025."
This week we conclude our Christmas series with an End of Year Reflection
and we will partake in the Lord's Supper together, please have your elements (cracker, drink) ready!
This week we will continue with our Christmas 2024 series with a message entitled "Perfect Gift."
We will look into the gifts that were brought to Jesus, as He is the perfect gift that we celebrate at Christmas.
This week we will start our Christmas 2024 series with a message entitled "Perfect Timing."
Mary might have thought it was bad timing for her son to be born.
We will see how Christmas is about God's sovereign timing in all of our lives.
Join us as we continue with our series titled 'Miracles of God.'
This week, we will concentrate on 'Miracles of Protection.'
We'll explore our understanding of God, His existing plans,
and how we can offer our praise for all that He has yet to accomplish!
We will continue with our series 'Miracles of God.'
This week, our focus will be on 'Healing Miracles.'
We will explore the definition of a miracle,
examine why Jesus chose to perform some miracles while refraining from others,
and discuss how to pray for a miracle.
We are excited to continue with the series titled 'Miracles of God.'
This week, we will concentrate on 'Part 2 of the Full Armor of God.'
We'll explore how to identify truth and effectively utilize the entirety of God's spiritual armor.
We are excited to continue with the series titled 'Miracles of God.'
This week, we will concentrate on 'Part 1 of the Full Armor of God.'
We'll explore how to identify truth and effectively utilize the entirety
of God's spiritual armor.
We are kicking off a new series entitled "Miracles of God."
This week, our focus will be on 'Miracles of Deliverance,'
exploring the actions of demons and identifying
how to steer clear of our major missteps.
We continue our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God.
This week's message, "From Powerless to Powerful," emphasizes that we are designed to overcome Satan rather than live as his victims; our reign begins now, not at some distant future.
This week's message, "From Apprehension to Anticipation," highlights how Jesus, upon His arrival on earth, shared teachings in a revolutionary manner. We will be encouraged to embrace His teachings and implement them in our daily lives.
We continue our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God.
In this week's message, "From Waiting to Wonder," we witness the arrival of the Messiah after 400 years of silence. Are we open to the idea that Jesus desires to bring wonder into our lives today?
This week, we continue our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God.
In this week's message, "From Ruin to Restore," we look at Isaiah's life and how God wants to use you to restore our world!
This week, we continue our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God.
In this week's message "From Avoided to Anointed," we learn what God thinks is important.
My prayer is that you come to God and commit yourself to live in relationship with him.
We are continuing in our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God.
In this week's message "Fear to Faith," we will see how God desires for every one of us to contribute to the story He is writing by playing a role in his mission.
But what if fear keeps us from being used by God?
We continue our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God.
This week's message, "Blessed to Blessing," emphasizes that the blessings we receive are meant to be shared with others, not kept to ourselves.
This week, we continue our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God. God may be asking you, "Why are you not with me?" Most of us want to do life our own way, but God's ways are always best. Won't you turn your rebellion back to a relationship with the Lord?
This week we will also observe the Lord's Supper.
This week, we are excited to launch our church-wide study - Turn the Page: Learning the Story of God.
Every one of our community groups will be engaging with my Sunday messages throughout this series.
If you're looking for support, inspiration, and a sense of belonging, we invite you to participate in one of our community groups!
It sounds obvious to say that the decisions that you make determine the direction or your life. This week we in the I am series, we will explore the importance of being a faithful finisher!
It sounds obvious to say that the decisions that you make determine the direction or your life. In the upcoming week, we will explore how to trust Jesus as we give him our first and best. For a deeper understanding, ensure that you join us in the coming weeks for the continuation of the "I Am" series.
The quality of your life is directly impacted by the choices you make. In the upcoming week, we will explore how the followers of Christ dedicated themselves to activities that brought them closer to Jesus. For a deeper understanding, ensure that you join us in the coming weeks for the continuation of the "I Am" series.
The choices you make directly affect the quality of your life.
This upcoming week, we're going to dive into some strategies to help us become more consistent.
If you want to learn more, make sure to join us in the following weeks as we continue in the "I Am" series.
Think you've got what it takes to resist evil temptations? Sometimes we think we're stronger than we actually are! Find out more this week in the series called "I am Ready, Part 2." Are you ready?
How we choose really affects our whole life. Think you've got what it takes to resist evil temptations? Sometimes we think we're stronger than we actually are! Find out more this week in the series called "I AM." Are you ready?
The quality of our decisions determines the quality of our life.
So why do we struggle to make good decisions?
Find out more this week in the new series: "I AM."
This week will focus on the importance of avoiding unhealthy behaviors in our relationships.
In this week's message, "You Might Have Blinders On," we will find out how to find God's grace when we face disappointment in relationships.
In this week's message, "God Does Not Want You to be a Fool," we will find out how to be the wise one in our decision making.
This week as we continue in the series, we will find out three actions that we can take to make all relationships better.
Dating, Marriage, and Life is a six week series that will address real life issues and warn us of potential pitfalls.
Do you ever think that you would be happy if only your spouse would change?
See how this thought fits in with this week's message: Be Careful for Lies that Destroy Marriage!
Dating, Marriage, and Life is a six week series that will address real life issues and warn us of potential pitfalls.
This Week's Warning: Your Schedule Could be Harming You!
We will be observing the Lord's Supper this week, so if you participate from home, have your elements ready!
Finding Peace of Mind is shining a light on some of the struggles that hold us down and giving us the tools we need to overcome them.
Through the healing power of Christ and some practical applications, we can find the peace of mind God designed us to have.
Hope to see you this Sunday, as we learn "How to Heal from Trauma."
Finding Peace of Mind is shining a light on some of the struggles that hold us down and giving us the tools we need to overcome them.
Through the healing power of Christ and some practical applications, we can find the peace of mind God designed us to have.
Hope to see you this Sunday, as we learn "How to stop runaway negative thoughts."
Finding Peace of Mind is shining a light on some of the struggles that hold us down and giving us the tools we need to overcome them.
Through the healing power of Christ and some practical applications, we can find the peace of mind God designed us to have.
Hope to see you this Sunday, as we learn "How to stop worrying."
Finding Peace of Mind is shining a light on some of the struggles that hold us down and giving us the tools we need to overcome them. Through the healing power of Christ and some practical applications, we can find the peace of mind God designed us to have.
Finding Peace of Mind is shining a light on some of the struggles that hold us down and giving us the tools we need to overcome them.
Through the healing power of Christ and some practical applications, we can find the peace of mind God designed us to have.
Hope to see you this Sunday, as we focus on "Controlling My Anxious Mind."
Visit https://laurelridgechurch.org/reading-plans to download the handout Pastor Dan mentions in today's message.
Finding Peace of Mind, the new series starting this Sunday, April 7, will shine a light on some of the struggles that hold us down and will give us the tools we need to overcome them. Through the healing power of Christ and some practical applications, we can find the peace of mind God designed us to have.
Hope to see you this Sunday, as we focus on "Myths about Mental Health."
Easter 2024 is a wonderful time to celebrate Jesus!
This Easter, won't you consider these things?
Jesus' ministry, resurrection, and grace.
We will consider these things and find out what it takes to be made right with God.
This Sunday we will celebrate Palm Sunday.
We will see how Jesus came to offer the blessing of internal peace with God.
We will also observe the Lord's Supper.
If you are participating from home, have your elements ready.
This Sunday we'll be wrapping up our series called "Setting Sail On The Seas Of Faith,"
focusing on navigating life's storms. The Bible acknowledges that storms in life are inevitable.
However, we always have hope because God is our anchor of peace to keep us steady during
the worries and fears of life.
Join us this week as we learn how to move with God "From Fear To Blessing."
Storm winds of change will blow through all of our lives from time to time.
Seasons change, times change, people change, circumstances change.
So, how do we keep our eyes focused on God in order to navigate complex seasons of life?
How can we trust God to lead us through life's current storm into His peace and provision?
Join us this Sunday as we learn how to sail through "Winds Of Change."
Have you ever felt stuck in your life and needed to gain momentum and direction?
Or perhaps you're in the middle of one of life's storms and you don't know how or if you will get out of it.
You believe God wants to guide you, but sometimes it's difficult to know which step to take next.
Join us on Sunday as we begin a new series called "Setting Sail On The Seas Of Faith," where we will discover how to remain "Anchored In God's Will."
We wrap up the series on "Tug-of-War," with one that we all wrestle with: Conviction or Compassion.
We live in a polarized culture where the line in the sand is drawn on one side or the other.
As Christ followers, how do we balance out our convictions versus our compassion?
This week we continue in our series, Tug-of-War. We will be exploring the tension we feel between work and worship. Often times what we experience on Monday through Friday seems so detached from what we experience on Sundays.
This Sunday we will address the issue of how to connect our Sunday experience to the rest of the week.
Do you experience this back-and-forth pulling where you want to have strong faith, but seem to be eaten alive by doubt. Doubt is something that all of us struggle with. This Sunday as we start a brand-new series called, "Tug-of-War," we will address the issue of faith and doubt.
This week in "The Faithful Life," we will find out about an amazing promise from God. We will also find out what we need to do in order to claim that promise.
How do I live a faithful life? This week we will find out what we can do in order to live this faithful life.
The purpose of the church is to make disciples. But what is a disciple? We will find out what this means and more this Sunday.
Do you want to be encouraged? Do you want to grow in your spiritual walk? This week we will find one of the best places to be in order for this to happen.
Have you ever thought that you might have been adopted? This week in Church 101: A Faithful Life, we find out how we get "adopted" into God's family!
This week we will find out some common causes of failure and what we can do to "Succeed in 2024."
The story of Christmas is a story about God drawing near to those who had pulled away?
Have you pulled away?
Even if you are broken in every way, you still have the opportunity to approach God.
This week in our series "Christmas is About..."
we will see how it is not about what we have done, but about what Jesus did for us.
Did you know that as a believer, you are adopted?
Adopted by God, that is...
That means that we can call him Abba Father, or Daddy.
This week in our series "Christmas is About..."
we will see what each of us is worth to God.
Do you have times or seasons where you wonder if God even cares? We start our new series "Christmas is About..." this week, where we will see "God's Activity and Care."
Do you believe that your past, present, or future defines you? This week we continue in the series "Distorted," where we will learn that we are who God says we are!!
Let us continually remember God's faithfulness.
I look forward to seeing you this week as we look forward to a "Thanksgiving" message. We will be observing the Lord's Supper. If you are viewing from home, have your elements ready!
Do you have a habit of saying that you are fine when you are really not? This week we continue in the series "Distorted," where we will find out how God offers hope & comfort through His presence.
The longer we look at distorted truth as truth, the more likely we will believe it as a truth. This week we continue in the series "Distorted," where we will find out God's promise, purpose, and plan.
Have you ever heard this distortion from the devil? God will never give you more than you can handle. The truth is that sometimes we may face more than we can handle. Let us not turn to self-medicating, isolation, overworking, or substance abuse. God wants us to admit that we can not do it on our own. We can lean on God and other Christ-followers to help us through. This week we continue in the series "Distorted," where we will find out the real truth about God and His plan.
Do you believe that you have to be strong?
How much destruction can Satan cause by distorting the truth?
The longer we look at distorted truth as truth, the more likely we will believe it as a truth.
Ephesians 6:10: "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.
Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes."
This week we continue in the series "Distorted," where we will find out the real truth about God and His plan.
Do you believe that you have to be strong?
Do you believe that God will never give you more than you can handle?
Do you believe that all things happen for a reason?
Do you think that God always wants us to be happy?
Is it possible that Satan has distorted the truth to get our lives off track of where they need to be?
The longer we look at distorted truth as truth, the more likely we will believe it as a truth.
This week we start the series "Distorted," where we will find out the real truth about God and His plan.
Do you ever lie to cover for someone else's mistakes? Do you frequently ignore unacceptable behavior? This week in the series "Wounded: By People," we will learn how to change life-stealing relationships into life-giving relationships.
Do you ever feel hopeless, helpless, bitter, or insecure? This week in the series "Wounded: By Thoughts, Part 2," we will continue to learn habits that can help us change our thoughts.
Do you ever feel hopeless, helpless, bitter, or insecure? This week in the series "Wounded: By Thoughts," we will learn habits that can help us change our thoughts.
Have you ever felt hurt by something someone said to you? How about by what you say to yourself? Find out how to change your view or yourself this week as we begin the new series "Wounded." We will see how God's view of us is completely different than our own.
Have you ever wondered how some people can discern God's voice speaking to them?
This week in "Accelerating Your Spiritual Life," we will find out how to recognize God's Voice.
Have you ever wondered how some people can hear God speaking to them?
This week in "Accelerating Your Spiritual Life,"
we will find out how God speaks to us and how to hear his voice clearly.
How many of my regrets would have been avoided if I would have let the truth of God's word guide my life?
This week in "Accelerating Your Spiritual Life," we will look at how different our lives would be if we would allow God's word to penetrate our lives.
Most of us can admit that it's important to read the Bible regularly, and we genuinely want to practice what God teaches in our lives. However, if we're honest, it can sometimes be a struggle to figure out how to avoid the distractions of life and be ready when God speaks.
This Sunday is Week 2 of the series "Accelerating Your Spiritual Growth."
Join us as we learn how to integrate God's Word into our lives and discover the benefits of integrating God's Word into our lives!
Are you open to the word of the Lord?
This week in the new series "Accelerating Your Spiritual Growth," we will look at building our lives on God's Word.
Does your life feel out of control?
The results can be wasted time, weakened bodies, warped thinking, and a wrecked life.
This week in the series, Unseen World: How to Have a Spirit Controlled Life,
we will see why self effort to change does not work.
We will also learn the way and how to stay in a Spirit controlled life.
Do you know how powerful the Holy Spirit can be in your life?
This week in the series, Unseen World: The Power of the Holy Spirit,
we will see the awesome power the Holy Spirit can have in our life & what He can help us to do.
We will also hear some Spirit-filled advise and find out God's promise regarding the Holy Spirit.
Are you aware of the role that the Holy Spirit plays in a believer's life?
Are you living a spirit-less life?
This week in the series, Unseen World: The Presence of the Holy Spirit,
we will find out the role of the Holy Spirit and how to recognize the promptings of the Spirit of God.
We will be observing the Lord's Supper (communion) this Sunday.
If you are viewing from home, please have your elements handy!
Have you ever wondered what an angel's role is in this world?
This week in the series, Unseen World: Angelic Forces,
we find out who angels are and what they do for us.
Have you ever wondered where Satan and demons come from?
Or about their schemes against us?
This week in the series, Unseen World: Demonic Forces,
we find out how to battle against the forces of darkness.
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the unseen world?
This week in the new series, Unseen World, we will see what the devil is up to and how have victory over his attack.
You can't control what happens to you, but you can control how you frame it.
This week in "Changing Your Mind,"
we will learn habits that will help us reframe our thoughts.
Have you ever thought about auditing your thoughts?
You must understand that your thinking shapes your feelings and actions, and therefore, your life.
This week we will learn about: "Coaching Your Mind."
We will see about identifying your strongholds and demolishing them.
You must understand that your thinking shapes your feelings and actions, and therefore, your life.
This week we will learn : "What is on Your Mind."
We will see how the enemy deceives us and how we can break unhealthy thinking patterns.
You must understand that your thinking shapes your feelings and actions, and therefore, your life.
We will begin a new series this week called "Mind Wars."
It is designed to show us how to take control of our mind and how to renew and reclaim our mind.
This week we will learn how:
"Your Thinking Shapes Your Life."
You imagine your life is like a house. Every house has a foundation that it's built on.
Some foundations are better than others. What are you building your life on?
The series "Building a Life of Faith," is designed to encourage you to build your life on Jesus as your foundation.
This series encourages you to take a leap into your spiritual growth.
This week we will learn:
"How to Daydream for God."
You imagine your life is like a house. Every house has a foundation that it's built on.
Some foundations are better than others. What are you building your life on?
The upcoming series "Building a Life of Faith," is designed to encourage you to build your life on Jesus as your foundation.
This series encourages you to take a leap into your spiritual growth.
This week we will learn:
"How to Thrive."
You imagine your life is like a house. Every house has a foundation that it's built on.
Some foundations are better than others. What are you building your life on?
The upcoming series "Building a Life of Faith," is designed to encourage you to build your life on Jesus as your foundation.
This series encourages you to take a leap into your spiritual growth.
This week we will learn:
"How to Wait on God."
You imagine your life is like a house. Every house has a foundation that it's built on.
Some foundations are better than others. What are you building your life on?
The upcoming series "Building a Life of Faith," is designed to encourage you to build your life on Jesus as your foundation.
This series encourages you to take a leap into your spiritual growth.
This week we will learn:
"How to Give God Your Best."
You imagine your life is like a house. Every house has a foundation that it's built on.
Some foundations are better than others. What are you building your life on?
The upcoming series "Building a Life of Faith," is designed to encourage you to build your life on Jesus as your foundation.
This series encourages you to take a leap into your spiritual growth.
This week we will learn:
"How to See Through Eyes of Faith."
You imagine your life is like a house. Every house has a foundation that it's built on.
Some foundations are better than others. What are you building your life on?
The upcoming series "Building a Life of Faith," is designed to encourage you to build your life on Jesus as your foundation.
This series encourages you to take a leap into your spiritual growth.
This week we will learn:
"How Jesus Turns a Little into a Lot."
There is one question we all can ask ourselves this Easter...
Do I believe Jesus was raised from the dead?
He did, and if you believe in the resurrection of Jesus, it changes everything for you!
Hope to see you this Sunday as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord.
Get ready for this Easter message entitled "Believe!"
There is one question we all can ask ourselves this Easter...
Do I believe Jesus was raised from the dead?
He did, and if you believe in the resurrection of Jesus, it changes everything for you!
Hope to see you this Sunday as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord.
Get ready for this Easter message entitled "Believe!"
In this two part series on "Prayer," we will find out the conditions of answered prayer and about receiving an answer from God.
We will be looking at Part 2 this week.
In this two part series on "Prayer," we will find out the conditions of answered prayer and about receiving an answer from God.
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, "How to Have a Meaningful Life," we will discover ways we can make a difference in our world.
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, "WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU'RE ON TRIAL," we will discover how to rejoice in the face of suffering.
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, "How to Overcome Wounds From Life," we will discover four keys to healing hidden wounds and how to refocus in a healthy way.
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, "I've Got Something to Tell You," I really do have something to tell you that you might want to tell someone else.
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, we will learn more about "Reducing Conflict with People."
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, we will find out whether we should do things "My Way or God's Way?"
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, we will find out how "Your Integrity Influences Others-Part 2.
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, we will find out how "Your Integrity Influences Others."
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, we will answer the question "Do I Know Who I Am?"
In this series "Living for God in our World," we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this week's message, we will answer the question "Can I be different?"
The new series "Living for God in our World" begins this Sunday, 1/8.
Throughout this series based on 1 Peter, we discover what it means to live God's way and learn how it can drastically change the way both brand new and mature Christians live.
In this first message, we will find out "How to Find Some Help."
Why is it so hard to change?
Find out how to have a new way of thinking about your life this New Year's Day.
You’re invited to Laurel Ridge Church this Christmas! Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus – the greatest Gift of Christmas – on Saturday, December 24, 2022 at 1:30, 3:00, 4:30 or 6:00pm. Each identical service will be one hour in length. There will be singing, fun, and reflection leading to a very special, heartfelt candlelight service. Free childcare provided for ages 2 and under.
We will be looking into the first Christmas to gain insight from those who were present at that time.
As we continue in this series, "Lessons from the First Christmas," we will look at the experience the wise men had and find out about giving God our all.
We will be looking into the first Christmas to gain insight from those who were present at that time.
As we continue in this series, "Lessons from the First Christmas," we will look at Mary's experience and find out why God's plan is best for us.
We will be looking into the first Christmas to gain insight from those who were present at that time.
As we continue in this series, "Lessons from the First Christmas," we will see "God's Desire," and how Joseph trusted God when life did not make sense.
We will be looking into the first Christmas to gain insight from those who were present at that time.
As we begin this series, "Lessons from the First Christmas," we will see how Christmas is God's power in action.
Join us for a special Lord's Supper service as we prepare for this season of Thanksgiving.
It will be a time of remembrance, reflection and communion celebrating God's blessings in our lives.
As you are watching from home, you might like to have your communion implements ready.
The further away you get from God, the more your life is troubled.
The closer you get to God, the more your life is transformed.
The Bible says, "When you get serious about finding me and want it more than anything else, I'll make sure you won't be disappointed." (Jeremiah 29:13, The Message)
This week we will focus on 'Vocational Health,' as we continue in the church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
This week we will focus on 'Financial Health,' as we continue in the church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
This week we will focus on 'Relational Health,' as we continue in the church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
This week we will focus on 'Emotional Health,' as we continue in the church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
So make plans to be in church or online, and in a group! Hope to see you there.
This week we will focus on 'Mental Health' as we continue in the church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
I hope you will not only join us for Sunday Services, but that you would join a Community Group, also.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
This week we will focus on 'Physical Health' as we continue in the church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
I hope you will not only join us for Sunday Services, but that you would join a Community Group, also.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
This week we will focus on 'Spiritual Health' as we continue in the church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
I hope you will not only join us for Sunday Services, but that you would join a Community Group, also.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
This week we begin the new church wide campaign "Transformed!"
God's goal for each of us is that we would be transformed to reflect the very image of Jesus.
I hope you will not only join us for Sunday Services, but that you would join a Community Group, also.
The Sunday Morning Messages will coincide with the lessons we cover in our Community Groups.
The book of James will not only help us find out about authentic faith, but will also teach us how to live it out.
Come this week as we continue in this series of James: "Developing Patience."
We will find out the when, why, and how to be patient and hopeful.
The book of James will not only help us find out about authentic faith, but will also teach us how to live it out.
Be prepared to take the Lord's Supper this week as we continue in this series of James: "What Causes Arguments."
We will not only find out the cause of arguments, but we will also find out the remedy with practical steps that we can take.
The book of James will not only help us find out about authentic faith, but will also teach us how to live it out.
Come this week as we continue in this series of James: "What Wisdom Looks Like in Your Life."
We will find out how wisdom is revealed, how to apply it in our lives, and common mistakes that we all make in relationships.
The book of James will not only help us find out about authentic faith, but will also teach us how to live it out.
Come this week as we continue in this series of James: "Tongue Tamer."
We will find out why it is important to watch what we say and we will see how God can help us.
The book of James will not only help us find out about authentic faith, but will also teach us how to live it out.
Come this week as we continue in this series of James: "What is Real Faith?"
We will compare what James and Paul taught regarding real faith and see how they can both be right.
The book of James will not only help us find out about authentic faith, but will also teach us how to live it out.
Come this week as we continue in this series of James: "How to Treat People."
We will see that how we relate to people is a direct reflection of how much we love God.
Why did James say, "Just do it," throughout his book?
The book of James will not only help us find out about authentic faith, but will also teach us how to live it out.
Come this week as we continue in this series of James: "Looking into the Bible."
How can I win over temptation? The book of James will help us find out how temptation works and the steps we can take to overcome it.
How do you measure spiritual maturity?
The book of James will help us find out what maturity is NOT and teach us how to handle many unavoidable problems in life.
Come this week as we begin a new series: "James: How to handle problems."
Amazing families can enjoy life together and protect each other.
This message will be helpful for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and future parents.
Come this week as we continue in this series: "Raising Kids in the 21st Century: Four Characteristics of a Healthy Family, Part 2."
Amazing families can enjoy life together and protect each other.
This week we will cover the first two traits of a healthy family and see how we can protect each other.
This message will be helpful for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and future parents.
Come this week as we continue in this series: "Raising Kids in the 21st Century: Four Characteristics of a Healthy Family, Part 1."
There are many negative effects of technology on children.
Do the goals you have for the kids in your life align with what they are experiencing in their digital world?
This message will be helpful for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and future parents.
Come this week as we continue in this new series: "Raising Kids in the 21st Century: Kids in the Digital World, Part 2."
There are many negative effects of technology on children.
Do the goals you have for the kids in your life align with what they are experiencing in their digital world?
This message will be helpful for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and future parents.
Come this week as we start this new series: "Raising Kids in the 21st Century: Kids in the Digital World, Part 1."
God gave us breath to live by, the garden to eat from, and people to live with.
So what happened to get us from this perfect plan to where we are at now?
Come this week and find the answer to: "How to ... Regain What Was Lost."
You are not who others say you are, and you are not the sum total of your past experiences.
God says that you are called, capable, and complete!
Sometimes it is hard for us to believe this.
So come this week and find out "How to ... Overcome Insecurities in Your Life."
Do you have an anxious heart?
Would you like to learn how to experience God's peace?
If so, come and glean from this message in the new series: "How to...Overcome Fear and Anxiety in Your Life."
Do you want to know the secret of enjoying the people in your life?
Would you like to find out how to love them like Jesus does?
If so, come and glean from this message: "Habits for Growing Healthy Relationships," as we continue in the series, "People and Relationships."
Would you like to have emotionally healthy relationships?
Would you like to learn how to eliminate "dirty fighting" tactics?
This week we will gain insight in: "How do You Fight?," as we continue in the series, "People and Relationships."
Do you have painful memories of the past?
Could you benefit from knowing about God's healing process?
This week we will see how "Unresolved Emotions Never Die," as we continue in the series, "People and Relationships."
Have you ever been disappointed because your expectations were not met? Have you ever believed incorrectly about someone until you heard the whole story? This week we will look at "Knowing Your Expectations," as we continue in the series, "People and Relationships."
Do you have a tendency to take people's comments personally?
Do you often feel manipulated or controlled by others?
This week we will look at "Types of People That Drive You Crazy and What to Do," as we start the new series, "People and Relationships."
Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life."
So what is this life that Jesus offers us? Find out what it means to be truly alive in Christ?
This week we celebrate Easter at Laurel Ridge Church.
Christ did not come in wealth or worldly greatness, but in poverty and meekness.
He did not come to slay Israel's enemies, but to save all mankind.
This week we will celebrate Palm Sunday and observe The Lord's Supper.
Are there areas of your life that you would like to change, but have now grown comforable with?
This week we continue in the series "Miracles of Jesus," as we see how Christ offers us a chance to change.
Have you ever had a time in your life where you had sort-a kind-a faith?
This week we continue in the series "Miracles of Jesus," as we find out how to develop real faith.
Are you battling doubt, delay, or discouragement?
This week we continue in the series "Miracles of Jesus," as we find out how to live again by avoiding these death traps.
What areas in your life are you battling and need a breakthrough?
This week we continue in the series "Miracles of Jesus," as we find out how to pray a breakthrough prayer.
Do you feel like you are in the midst of a storm?
This week we continue in the series "Miracles of Jesus," as we see how the characteristics of God can help us through the rough times.
What does God want us to see when life seems blurry?
This week we continue in the series "Miracles of Jesus," as we open our eyes and see how God is working in our lives.
Have you ever had unmet expectations from God?
This week we begin the series "Miracles of Jesus," as we find where to look for the answer to our needs.
This week we find out how to manifest the heart of Christ and live out His passion for the world in which we live.
Join us in the "Devoted" Series as we wrap up the 25 Day Church Challenge: To grow as a Disciple of Jesus.
This week we will see how God has SHAPED us. What God made you to be determines what He intends for you to do.
Join us in the "Devoted" Series as we take the 25 Day Church Challenge: To grow as a Disciple of Jesus.
This week we will find out how to give as a disciple and how it has everything to do with your devotion!
Join us in the "Devoted" Series as we take the 25 Day Church Challenge: To grow as a Disciple of Jesus.
So make plans to be in church or online, and hope to see you there!
This week we will find out the benefits of community.
Join us in the "Devoted" Series as we take the 25 Day Church Challenge: To grow as a Disciple of Jesus.
So make plans to be in church or online, and hope to see you there!
Which areas would you ask God to help you grow in this year?
Join us in the "Devoted" Series as we take the 25 Day Church Challenge: To grow as a Disciple of Jesus.
As you start your New Year, do you have any plans or goals?
Only 5% of people write out goals. Most people will spend more time planning a birthday party than making plans for their life. Hopefully you are in that 5%. If not, you might want to listen to the January 2, 2022, Message.
What I would like to do is encourage you to make goals to grow spiritually in 2022.
On Sunday, January 9, we will be starting a new series called "Devoted to Jesus."
Are you always making excuses for not doing the things you are supposed to be doing?
Come and find out how to overcome the common causes of failure as we learn "How to Succeed in 2022."
Come and find Christ's love during this time "Before Christmas?"
Join me this week as we discover "Malachi: A Sign of Love."
God loves us enough to send his Son to anyone who calls upon His name.
Are you enjoying the Lord's hope during this time "Before Christmas?"
Join me this week as we discover "Jeremiah: A Vision of Hope."
Come and find hope because we are never alone and there are always second chances!
Do you have a reason for faith during this time "Before Christmas?"
Join in this week as we discover "Isaiah: A Reason for Faith."
Come and find the King whose glory will fill the earth and never end!
Are you enjoying the Lord's peace during this time "Before Christmas?"
Join me this week as we discover "Micah: A Promise of Peace."
Come and find the peace that comforts, guides, and saves!
What are you looking forward to with God?
Look within, look back, and look ahead this week as we partake in the Lord's Supper together.
Do you only pray when tragedy strikes?
Are you quick to accept God's forgiveness, but slow to give it?
Our struggles today are similar to Johah's struggles.
Find out how to overcome these struggles and more in: "Jonah 4: Hard to Swallow."
Have you ever hoped that you would get a second chance at something important?
Is there something that God has directed you to do that you have not done?
Find out how God is the God of second chances and how He shows us His amazing grace, in: "Jonah 3: Jonah Obeys."
Has there ever been a time when you were willfully disobedient?
Has there ever been a time when a painful experience caused you to remember God?
Find out how God answers prayer and uses our disobedience and distress to get our attention in: "Jonah 2: Jonah's Prayer."
Do you feel like you have been drifting spiritually? Has God ever used a situation to get your attention?
Find out the truths about how God works to get our attention in: "You Can Run, But You Can Not Hide: Jonah 1."
Have you ever made a decision based on a negative label from your past? Does this negative label still follow you around?
Find the truths that will set you free as we answer these FAQ's in, "How Do I Break the Labels from My Past?"
Have you ever lost hope? Do you feel like you need to be in control? Where do you need to turn over control to your Heavenly Father?
Find out some answers to these FAQs this Sunday as we answer the question: "How Do I Change My Thoughts?" (Part 2)
Are you in a self destructive cycle? Do you have good intentions that lead to lack of willpower, which leads to failure, then to guilt and shame?
Find out some answers to this FAQ this Sunday as we answer the question: "How Do I Change My Thoughts?"
The direction of your life determines your destination. Your decisions determine your direction.
"How Do I Practice Wisdom?" Find out the answer to this FAQ this Sunday.
We want to get the most out of life; and we want to avoid getting into trouble.
Therefore, we tend to focus on whether or not our choices would violate any rules or commandments.
If they don't, we often assume they are acceptable.
Our tendency is to see how close we can get to the edge, then make our decision accordingly.
But Is there a better way to make wise decisions?
Find out the answer to this FAQ in Part 2 of: "How Do I Make Great Decisions?"
We want to get the most out of life; and we want to avoid getting into trouble.
Therefore, we tend to focus on whether or not our choices would violate any rules or commandments.
If they don't, we often assume they are acceptable.
Our tendency is to see how close we can get to the edge, then make our decision accordingly.
But Is there a better way to make wise decisions?
Find out the answer to this FAQ in Part 1 of: "How Do I Make Great Decisions?"
It has never been easier to fall in love, but it has never been more difficult to stay in love.
This week we will find out answers to our Frequently Asked Questions about Marriage,
and see what we need to have healthy relationships.
Join me for Marriage: Sinking or Thriving?
Pastor Dan Buchert
Do you feel like there's not enough time to do everything? Or that you are just in a busy season?
Find out "How to Choose Better Over Busy" this Sunday in the new series FAQ.
Everybody is looking for affirmation. People will do almost anything to get it. If you don't believe that, just watch some of the reality shows on TV or scroll through your favorite social media platforms. Look at the lengths people will go through to get on TV or to get "likes" on social media - eat worms, perform crazy dares, or whatever. Just so people will applaud you or notice you. But how can we affirm the unique gifts and talents in others in a way that glorifies God, builds up the Church, and spreads the love of Jesus? The answer is found in the power of community. Join us for our final message in the series Soul Train -- "Community Crossing."Everybody is looking for affirmation. People will do almost anything to get it. If you don't believe that, just watch some of the reality shows on TV or scroll through your favorite social media platforms. Look at the lengths people will go through to get on TV or to get "likes" on social media - eat worms, perform crazy dares, or whatever. Just so people will applaud you or notice you. But how can we affirm the unique gifts and talents in others in a way that glorifies God, builds up the Church, and spreads the love of Jesus? The answer is found in the power of community. Join us for our final message in the series Soul Train -- "Community Crossing."
How do you know if God is speaking to you or if you're just speaking to yourself? How do you know if a thought or idea is coming from Satan or another worldly influence? We all want to follow God's plan for our lives, but how can we unless we recognize God's voice and how He speaks in our lives?
Join us this Sunday for another message from "Soul Train." We will explore the importance of recognizing God's voice.
This week in "Communication Express," we will find out how God speaks to us and why it is important to hear God's voice.
See you Sunday for "Soul Train" as we see and learn "The Power of Living on God's Track."
Blessings,
Pastor Dan Buchert
This week in "Reading Railroad," we will find the key to building a better life.
See you Sunday for "Soul Train" as we see and learn "The Power of Living on God's Track."
Blessings,
Pastor Dan Buchert
Are you "Dressed for Adventure?"
Are you ready for Part 2 where we find out how to put on all of God's armor?
See you Sunday for "Soul Train" as we see and learn "The Power of Living on God's Track."
Are you "Dressed for Adventure?"
See you Sunday for "Soul Train" as we see and learn "The Power of Living on God's Track."
Do you have problems in your home?
See you Sunday as we learn how to relate wisely to others.
Covenant or consumer? What kind of relationship do you have?
See you Sunday as we discuss this important principle in Scripture.
Research shows that every child needs 5 adults other than their parents who will have a positive influence in their life.
Find out how to embrace their life, understand their world, and model your life to the next generation.
We can learn how to get real about the health of our home in the series, "Our Imperfect Family."
Do you find yourself resenting the responsibilities you take on? Do you frequently ignore unacceptable behavior? Do you ever feel fearful that not doing something will cause a blow-up, make the person leave you, or even result in violence? Do you ever lie to cover for someone else's mistakes?
Find out three steps you can take to move toward more healthy relationships as we start the new series, "Our Imperfect Family."
Have you ever had good intentions, but things did not go as planned?
This week we will see how temptation always follows a predictable process.
Join me to find out how to combat this problem in the series: "What are You Thinking?"
Do you remember a time when your thought life caused you to react or respond in a negative way?
In this week's lesson, we'll explore how to break these strongholds.
In the new series "What are You Thinking?" find the truths that teach us, "Why we need to think about what we think about."
The mixed messages we hear from the world around us leave us confused and often feeling powerless-but they are lies.
It's only when we learn to think like Jesus that we'll know exactly who we are.
In this week's lesson, we'll explore how to exchange our old thinking for his new thoughts about us.
In the new series "What are You Thinking?" find the truths that teach us, "Why we need to think about what we think about."
Join me this week as we consider exactly what it looks like to have the mind of Christ, and what actions we need to take every day.
In the new series "What are You Thinking?" find the truths that teach us, "Why we need to think about what we think about."
Every problem has a God given solution. God is a God who makes the impossible possible. I hope you will join me this Easter to find out how these statements are possible with God!
Pastor Dan
This week in "The Ultimate Lifestyle" series, we will see the clearest description of what grace is in the entire New Testament.
Find out how "God is For Us" as we look at the pinnacle of the Book of Romans.
This week in "The Ultimate Lifestyle" series, we will see how Romans 8:28 applies to us. We will learn six positive attitudes toward the circumstances we encounter in our lives.
Rom 8:28: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
One of the most overused and misunderstood words is the term, "Christian."
Many people, when asked, consider themselves Christians without being able to accurately define it.
This week in "The Ultimate Lifestyle" series, we will learn exactly what it means to be a Christian.
Many Christians misunderstand how God responds to them when they sin. As a result, they avoid God out of fear and find it hard to feel close to Him most of the time.
In this new series "The Ultimate Lifestyle," we will learn the truth about how God responds to us when we sin.
In this first message, "Living Without Condemnation," we will see that, "... there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus...," Romans 8:1.
It is difficult when we pray to God for something we believe is very important and we get the answer of "No."
One of the reasons He says, "No," is because He has a greater purpose for you and your life.
This Sunday, in Part 2 of this Message, we will see some of the other reasons God may say this and what we are to do when this happens.
It is difficult when we pray to God for something we believe is very important and we get the answer of "No."
One of the reasons He says, "No," is because He has a greater purpose for you and your life.
This Sunday we will see some of the other reasons God may say this and what we are to do when this happens.
Join me in this "40 Days of Prayer" journey and get ready for God to add his power to your prayer life.
If you are desiring a real experience with the presence of God, then this week's message is for you
Join me in this "40 Days of Prayer" journey and get ready for God to add his power to your prayer life.
If you are in need of healing or restoration, then this week's message is for you (Part 2).
Join me in this "40 Days of Prayer" journey and get ready for God to add his power to your prayer life.
If you are in need of healing or restoration, then this week's message is for you.
Join me in this "40 Days of Prayer" journey and get ready for God to add his power to your prayer life.
In this week's message, we will find the key to answered prayer.
Join me starting this week on the "40 Days of Prayer" journey and get ready for God to add his power to your prayer life.
Join me on a 40 Day journey to grow our hearts closer to God.
This introduction will be an opportunity to prepare our hearts to grow spiritually as we look forward to spending this daily time with God.
Nothing on earth is perfect.
Every product we buy and even the food we eat is allowed to have some acceptable level of defect.
This applies to people also.
Ecclesiastes 7:20 (NLT) tells us, "There is not a single person in all the earth who is always good and never sins."
The fact is that you will never be sinless on earth, but it is possible to sin less.
We are going to look at why it is so hard to change our defects and what it takes to actually change them.
This Sunday we will see how Herod's actions caused him to miss the true meaning of Christmas.
Learn to see God's power in action so we don't miss the true "Christmas Experience.
Find God's favor this Sunday as we see how Mary's song led her to "The Christmas Experience."
Find God's Peace this Sunday as we learn four secrets Joseph practiced that led him to "The Christmas Experience."
Why does God allow shortages in our lives? We all ask that question when we're facing hard times.
Connect with us this Sunday in person or online as we learn about hope from the life of Elijah, a prophet of God.
We will see how God sent Elijah on a three part adventure while he learned that God was all he needed.
Would you like to have more satistying relationships? Would you like to be more productive and compassionate?
Would you like to be physically, emotionally, and spiritually healthy?
Connect with us this Sunday in person or online to find out 5 choices you can make for a hope-filled life!
Do you feel like you are sinking? Do you feel like you are being battered by one storm after another? This week we find out how hope can encourage us in the storms of life.
Are you experiencing delays, decisions, or difficulties?
Are you feeling discouraged, disillusioned, and ready to quit?
This week, find out how hope can give us a new perspective on life.
Here's what is so amazing. Jesus understood humanity and how we would respond to life when we feel hopeless. Over the next five weeks we are going to look at the miracles that will increase our faith, which in turn will increase our HOPE!
Do you fight dirty?
Do you fight for victory or for resolution?
This week we will learn how appropriate responses can resolve tension and grow our relationships.
Do you display a less than accurate picture of yourself to others?
Have you carried around a label that is affecting your life?
This Sunday we will find out how to overcome insecurity through Christ Jesus as we strive to "Live our True Self."
This week we will find out the secret to Emotionally Healthy Relationships.
It is not a matter of what you say with your lips, but what you live with your life.
Learn to better love the people around you and gain wisdom to live an authentic life.
Unresolved emotions don't die.
Are you contributing to the disappointment you may be experiencing in your relationships?
This week we will find out how to become more self-aware as we strive toward Emotionally Healthy Relationships.
Are you ever disappointed because you had unrealistic or unclear expectations?
This Sunday we can learn the process of clarifying our expectations in order to have Emotionally Healthy Relationships.
Do you ever doubt God? Do you believe God has a plan and a purpose for your life?
Find the promises God has for those who live for Him as we continue in the "Building Your Faith" series.
Do you feel that you are in control during this current situation?
Are you focusing on what you can do, or on what God can do?
Find hope and faith as we continue in the "Building Your Faith" series.
Do you believe that God is in control, that He loves you, and has a plan for your life?
Find out why and how we should build our faith by expecting the best from God as we continue in the "Building Your Faith" series.
We all want to receive God's power, authority and blessing. But how do we do that?
Join us online this Sunday to find out the answer to the question, "Who is Your Leader?" as we begin the "Building Your Faith" series.
Pastor Dan Buchert
We have an amazing promise from God that he will meet all of our needs.
Notice that he says all of our "needs", and not all of our "wants."
I'll "see" you this Sunday when we will learn about the conditions that God lays out for us in order for Him to fulfill His promise to us.
Do you stress over everything? Do you always feel that you have to have more? Do you compare yourself to everyone else?
I look forward to "seeing" you on Sunday where we will learn "How to Live Stress-Free."
Maybe then, we will be able to admire without having to acquire.
Paul gives us another five habits that lead to happiness in the book of Philippians. All five of these can be done on a daily basis.
They can be done during a fifteen minute quiet time alone with God.
If you'll build these habits into your life, the happiness in your life will grow exponentially.
So I look forward to "seeing" you on Sunday for Part 2 of "How to Develop Daily Habits for Happiness", so we can learn to apply these principles into our lives to avoid many common pitfalls and traps.
Pastor Dan Buchert
In Chapter 3 of Philippians, Paul gives us another five habits of happiness. All five of these can be done on a daily basis.
They can be done during a fifteen minute quiet time alone with God.
If you'll build these habits into your life, the happiness in your life will grow exponentially.
Many people think that happiness is simply a matter of luck. They think if you're happy, you're just lucky. You have happy circumstances, so congratulations to you.
Actually, happiness can be learned. There are certain qualities that can cause our happiness to go up exponentially. If you don't have these qualities in your life, your unhappiness will go up exponentially.
You probably have never thought about this, but you know what I'm talking about, because you can instinctively pick out qualities that cause you to be happy and qualities that cause you to be unhappy.
This Sunday we will learn from our role models in Philippians, in Part 1 of "Habits that Lead to Happiness: How Happiness is Learned."
Have you ever tried to resolve conflict in relationships? What if you are trying to resolve it in all of the wrong ways?
How crazy would it be to have a desire to resolve it, but the wrong tools to fix it?
This Sunday we will talk about how to reduce conflict that leads to unhappiness.
Pastor Dan Buchert
Have you ever tried to resolve conflict in relationships? What if you are trying to resolve it in all of the wrong ways?
How crazy would it be to have a desire to resolve it, but the wrong tools to fix it?
This Sunday we will talk about how to reduce conflict that leads to unhappiness.
Pastor Dan Buchert
There are four common barriers to happiness.
Physical or emotional pain, difficult people, pressures from life, and problems of all kinds.
When any of these enter into our life, they rob our hapiness unless we're prepared for them.
In Philippians, Paul talks about all four of these things that steal our joy. But we have an example of how to be happy no matter what's going on in our life.
Pastor Dan Buchert
This Sunday we start a brand-new series in the book of Philippians, called "Habits that Lead to Happiness."
Where do you look to find happiness? What do you do to experience happiness?
We start off this week dealing with an area that you would not think of in finding happiness.
It might, in fact, be the area that you would look at last to find happiness.
But Paul shares four key habits that can radically change this very important area.
You may be asking, "What area is it?"
You will have to tune in to find out.
I look forward to joining you online this Sunday.
Blessings, Pastor Dan
With all of the upheaval in the world, reationships are experiencing enormous amounts of stress.
So how are you handling it? Are you creating more stress and tension?
Are the arguments escalating out of control?
This Sunday we look at how your heart health is directly connected to your relationship health.
I look forward to joining you online this Sunday.
Blessings, Pastor Dan
These three words "Kingdom, power, and glory," are so essential.
You will never understand history until you understand "Kingdom, power, and glory."
You will never understand life until you understand "Kingdom, power, and glory."
You will never understand your particular purpose on this planet until you understand "God's Kingdom, God's Power, and God's Glory,"
because it all exists for that reason.
You were made by God and you were made for God.
Until you understand that, life's not going to make sense.
Blessings, Pastor Dan
How do you overcome temptation? Do you struggle with temptation and find it too easy to fall into sin?
In many cases, this has caused scars, pain, and even bondage in your life.
This Sundy we continue in our series "Our Father: Words You Thought You Knew."
We will be looking at everyday temptation.
Pastor Dan Buchert
FORGIVENESS QUIZ
A person should not be forgiven until he asks for it. [T] [F]
Forgiveness includes minimizing the offense & the pain caused. [T] [F]
Forgiveness includes restoring trust and reuniting a relationship. [T] [F]
You haven't really forgiven until you've forgotten the offense. [T] [F]
How did you answer?
Join me to find the answers and learn how to practice every day release from hurts and pains.
Blessings, Pastor Dan Buchert
Two of the greatest barriers in our life that keep us from experiencing genuine peace of mind are guilt and resentment.
Guilt often cuses us to get stuck in our past. We cannot move forward in life to experience the freedom that Christ desires for us.
The Lord's prayer deals with both of these issues in a very powerful way.
This Sunday we will look at "Everyday Forgiveness."
Blessings,
Pastor Dan Buchert
Nine things Mom would never say:
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"How on earth can you see the TV sitting so far back?"
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"Yeah, I used to skip school a lot, too."
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"Just leave all the lights on ... it makes the house look more cheery."
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"Let me smell that shirt -- yeah, it's good for another week."
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"Go ahead and keep that stray dog, honey. I'll be glad to feed and walk him every day."
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"Well, if Timmy's mom says it's OK, that's good enough for me."
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"The curfew is just a general time to shoot for. It's not like I'm running a prison around here."
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"I don't have a tissue with me ... just use your sleeve."
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"Don't bother wearing a jacket - the wind-chill is bound to improve."
Happy Mother's Day!
Blessings, Pastor Dan Buchert