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Pastor Rob Hastings
God has created you to be an overcomer, therefore, you can overcome the challenges, traumas, and seasons that life will bring. Step into the power, freedom and life that Christ longs for you. How do we do that? Check out the message to learn how you can become godly men and women. Happy Fathers Day!
Jesus said "it is finished" on the cross. but it didn't mean that the everything was finished. The disciples were told to wait to share the Good News until the Holy Spirit came, until they were filled and anointed by His power. So what did it mean that Jesus was finished? Why didn't we get the Spirit in the beginning? Join us today as Pastor Rob continues his teaching on the Road to Pentecost and our part in this journey.
We begin a new journey today as we lead into Pentecost Sunday. What is Pentecost? Where did it come from? Is it even important? Join us as we dive into this new series!
Happy Mothers Day! Today we hear an important message on the uniqueness of man. God created us in His image, meaning we each carry aspects of the Father. We are created different, but that is a beautiful thing! How can we use this to better the Kingdom? How do we honor the Father and one another in our identities? We also hear from Shannon Hastings as she has walked her journey, and how the Lord has used her uniqueness as a mother. Join us as we dive into scripture!
Happy Mothers Day! Today we hear an important message on the uniqueness of man. God created us in His image, meaning we each carry aspects of the Father. We are created different, but that is a beautiful thing! How can we use this to better the Kingdom? How do we honor the Father and one another in our identities? We also hear from Shannon Hastings as she has walked her journey, and how the Lord has used her uniqueness as a mother. Join us as we dive into scripture!
Today we hear from Mark Johnson from Forerunner Ministries. He shares an encouraging message about letting go, trusting and getting to know the Holy Spirit. How do we know the Holy Spirit? We often come up with our ideas or get stuck in the fear or Him, but He will reveal Himself, He will deepen our understanding, ONLY if we allow Him to. Join us today as we dive into a special message from Mark and Jangle Johnson.
When a branch is disconnected from the vine, it begins to wither, the fruit begins to fade, and the branch eventually dies. This is us. When we are disconnected from the Vine, we no longer produce fruit, and we wither in our faith. Christ taught that He is the Vine, and apart from Him, we can do nothing. Are you connected to Him? Do you need to be grafted to Him? Or are you withering? Join us today as we dive into our final part of I AM!
Happy Resurrection Sunday! Today, we continue our I AM series with the incredible power of Christs Resurrection. Jesus just 3 days prior died on the Cross and was buried. After time of sorrow and doubt, He revealed Himself to His disciples, fulfilling scripture, and defeating death. What an awesome gift we have been given! Have you accepted this gift?
The Jews had long awaited the coming King. The one who would save them from the oppression of the Romans, who would give them freedom to do as they pleased, to worship how they wanted to. The arrival of Jesus probably shocked them when He did not ride in on a steed, when he did not use violence with the Pharisees, and when he took the beatings from the Romans. These things all showed the True Peace that Jesus came to bring, which is Shalom. Today we dive into the peace that Christ actually brought, and why it is so much more important than the peace that we think we want. Join us as we dive into part 6 of I AM.
What is love? What does it mean when the Bible says that God loves us? Why is there still pain and division if God is love? These are all very important questions that we ask, and there are answers to them! God is so vast, so holy, and he holds a love like no other. So what does godly love look like? Join us as we continue through the series on the I AM Statements of God.
Sheep are pretty dull animals. They need a lot of care, guidance and protection. That is the Shepherds job, to care and to look after the sheep. They take them to where they should graze, and protect them at night from the darkness and the animals that lurk. That is who we are following, the Good Shepherd. Do you trust that today? Do you recognize what He is keeping you from? Join us today as we talk about how Christ is our Good Shepherd and how He protects us.
What is your protection? Do you trust yourself or do you trust the Lord? Jesus is the Shepherd, the one who protects us, leads us into good things and keeps us from danger. We have to trust that He will open the door at the right time, and keep it closed when the time is right. Do you trust Him to keep the door open or close the door at the right times?
There are lots of different kinds of lightbulbs. White light, hinted yellow light, or even blue light. But none of them compare to the true light that the sun offers us. The light that actually brings life to our bodies and minds. But we are often drawn to fake light, trying to find that perfect match that boosts our serotonin. How often we are drawn to the lights of this world, when our Savior and Lord tells us that He is the Only True Light of the world. What lights are drawing you in? Join us as we dive into part 4 of "I AM".
Jesus said He is the Bread of life. He alone can and will sustain us. But we often gravitate towards the quickest fix, something that will only temporarily satisfy our hunger. This leaves us dry, empty and hungry for more. How do we seek Jesus as He calls us to? How do we trust that He alone will sustain us? Join us as we continue our series on I AM.
Today, we look at the Gospel of John. It differs greatly from the other gospels. The purpose of this is to show and prove the identity of Jesus as the Son of God. We often look at Jesus through the lens as the descendant of Adam and David, but He is beyond that, and we must see Him as such. But how? How do we know who is Jesus is? What can we learn about His character in this gospel specifically? Join, us as we answer more questions about "I AM: Jesus"
What is God's name? Is it God or is it something more?We can learn so much about who God says He is through His name. He gives us a clear description when He tells Moses what He should be called. We learn more about His name when The Father sends His Son. The Great I AM is almighty, all power, constant, faithful, loving, just and so much more. Join us as we dive into week 1 of "I AM".
In 2 Kings, there is a little girl who helps in the healing of Naaman. We never find out this servant girl's name, but she plays a vital role by telling him about Elisha. We see stories similar to this time and time again in scripture. Long before Jesus gave us the command of the Great Commission, people still served to tell of prophets and the Good Works God had done. What are you doing in your part? Are you carrying out Jesus' command? Join us today as we dive into the important topic of playing our part in this life.
What is a witness? Jesus calls us to be His witnesses when He is leaving earth. We are to teach what He taught, allowing the Spirit to flow through us to others. We are called to love one another in spirit and in truth, not just in love. We are called to be His representatives. So how do we do all of this? How do we implement this in our daily lives, and how to we get better at this Call? Join us today as we dive into Part 3 of Better!
Hot pockets are pretty toxic. They contain poor ingredients, with low nutritional value. Yet, we find ourselves eating them and keeping stock of them in our homes. This can be the same with other things in our lives; people, hobbies, even our attitudes. Today we dive into how we can make better choices in the new year. How can we let go of old things, replace them with godly things, and start to change the toxicity in our lives. Join us we dive into part 3 of Better!
Today, we continue to hear about relationships. Healthy relationships start with a healthy you. God desires and even calls us to look at ourselves and examine our hearts. What is in my life? Am I producing fruit? Am I a healthy person to be in relationship (friendship included!) with? Join us as we wrap up part two of Better Relationships!
In the beginning, God created man, and said it was not good for him to be alone. Although He was physically walking with him, He knew Adam needed a life long partner who would be by his side through it all. King David had a soul deep friendship with Jonathan. Paul had a friendship and close ministry relationship with Barnabas. We see close friendships and relationships throughout scripture!How can we pursue these kinds of relationships? What does it mean for us to have biblical and healthy relationships today?Join us as we dive into Part 2a on Better: New Year, Better You.
As believers, we have a lot of opinions about certain topics in the Bible. Will we experience a rapture before the tribulation? Will we live through the tribulation? Will we experience part of the tribulation? This is one example of a topic we may disagree on. But the truth of this question is that it shouldn't affect how we live, how we pursue Christ and how we treat others. Today Pastor Rob talks about priorities, beliefs, truth, and what our focus should be on while we are here on earth. Who and what is your focus on? What are you basing your life on?Join us as we hear the Word of God!
What is God trying to point out in me? Am I hiding sins? Have I been living in a way that is unpleasing to Him? These are questions we should be asking moving into 2025. Our hearts ultimate desire should be to live our God given purpose and plan, but how can we do that? Today, Pastor Rob preaches on the questions we should be asking and the things we should be changing as we follow Jesus. Join us as we dive into the New Year!
We often look back on our past year and find ourselves very anxious over the things we didn't do. We then proceed to make a resolutions list that is beyond achievable. This is all in hopes that we will "do better" next year. But this isn't quite how we are called to live. Pastor Rob shows us Philippians 4:6 which says "Don't be anxious about anything; instead pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done." Join us today as we hear the word, and get helpful tools of how to start a new year, how to make achievable resolutions, and how to look back at 2024 and look forward to 2025.
Join us for our Christmas Eve Candlelight service! Celebrating with those in person and online.
Joy doesn't come based on circumstances, but we often expect it to. We pursue this feeling of always have "Joy" as Christ instructed us. But perhaps we are seeking the wrong "joy". Joy goes beyond a feeling and a mindset but it is in fact an internal understanding of who God is. When we know this, we can confidently live and walk in TRUE joy. How do we do this? How do we live in joy? Join us today as Pastor Rob brings the final Sunday of Advent.
Today we have the pleasure of hearing from Josue Lemus visiting from Guatemala. He shares about the Jeremiah Project, the students and team there, and he dives into a message on love. Jesus never forgot the women who served Him, in fact, He noticed them, and used them in many mighty ways. Josue dives into scripture to point out how often Jesus remembered those who would have been forgotten otherwise. Join us in week three of Advent!
Christ came as our peace maker. He came to pour our His perfect peace, and to encourage us to keep in perfect peace. But what does this mean? Are we called to be peace keepers or peace makers? What is the difference? Today, Mickey Hall brings us week two of Advent and dives into scripture to show us what peace Christ offers, and how we should be pursuing His peace and not our own. Join us!
Advent in Greek is Adventis which translates to "coming". The promise of Christ was made at the beginning, and for those who lived throughout the Old Testament, the coming Messiah couldn't come any sooner. The same translated for the disciples in the New Testament. When would His second coming happen? It can be the same in our lives. When will the next good thing happen? We often get side tracked, putting our hope in temporary things. Today we look at what it means to hope and where we should be putting our hope. Join us as we dive into His hope!
The First Thanksgiving. We have come a long way, maybe too far from where it began. Today, Pastor Rob dives deep into the first Thanksgiving, the Puritans traveling to Plymouth, and the trust they kept in God while doing so. They kept an attitude of Thankfulness, not just gratefulness. Join us as we hear the difference between those two words and challenge if we have been practicing thankfulness in our own lives.
In 1990, 90% of the adult population in America claimed to be Christian. Today, 67% CLAIM to be Christian. What happened? We are going the wrong way, and why is that? The last words Jesus spoke to His Disciples, to us, was to go out into all the world, preaching the gospel and making disciples. Are we doing that? Are we even following Christ wholeheartedly? Today, Pastor Rob asks some difficult questions, and brings up some powerful points about where we are at in the world, what is happening, and how we should be living. Join us as we dive into todays message!
Why do we brush our teeth with the same hand every time we do it? Why do we pour cereal first and then milk? Why do we do things the way we do them? Today, we talk about this important question and how it is linked to our Walk. It is important to understand how we function, how we live, and why in order to grow, to change if needed, and to strengthen our personal relationships and maturity in Jesus. Join us as we dive in!
Salt is a big deal, in fact, it is essential to life. But as Believers, we've become less salty in the areas we need to be. Today, we look at Matthew 5, when Jesus calls us to be salt and light in the world. Not in the church, but outside of it. How do we do that practically and what does it mean to be salt and light in a dark world? Join us as Pastor Rob preaches on this important topic.
(Second half of the stream from 10/20) Mickey Hall brings us a message on who God says you are. In a chaotic world, there are so many voices telling us how to behave, and who we should be, we often get side tracked and forget who God calls us to be and what He calls us. Join us as we hear from Pastor Mickey today!
Mickey Hall brings us a message on who God says you are. In a chaotic world, there are so many voices telling us how to behave, and who we should be, we often get side tracked and forget who God calls us to be and what He calls us. Join us as we hear from Pastor Mickey today!
Disinformation. A new word that can be defined as ways people spread things to confuse people. Which, today, has become like second nature. We have things like AI, news, and social media that are being used and abused to confuse people, to spread rumors, and to impersonate people. The question is, what can we believe? Where should be spend our time? Today, we dive into this topic and learn how to discern truth from the lies. Join us!
It's a scary proposition to follow the Lord wholeheartedly... until you do it. So, what does it mean to live wholeheartedly for Jesus? How do we do so? Today, Pastor Rob dives into this topic on how we are supposed to live when we accept Christ. It isn't a half hearted commitment, it isn't that we can come in and out when it pleases us. It is a committed relationship and fellowship where we wake up and choose the cross every day. Join us as we dive into this topic and how to apply it practically.
We have a special guest speaker, Jerry Lewin, from Great Commission Media Ministries. We have had Pastor Dave Ogren in place for many years, and as he has retired, Jerry has taken the place of US Missions Director. Today, he shares more about the ministry, what they have done in the past year, and plans moving forward. He also shares a wonderful message on peace and hope for our lives and the promises God gives us. Join us as we hear from Jerry!
Today, Pastor Rob takes time to discuss the importance of standing next to one another in periods of trial and trauma. This past week for a lot of people may have been challenging, traumatic, or a loss. For others it may have been a much needed break, a time to spend with family, even a vacation. Whatever it may be, we want to be sure we are talking with one another. Checking in on friends that may have lost work or even a home during the fire. We need to gather to encourage and lift one another up in prayer. Join us, and we pray that you feel comforted and encouraged this morning!
Sometimes God sends us into the desert. Sometimes we put ourselves there. Sometimes we just go into the desert. Being in the desert is hard, dry and sometimes painful. The Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years before they experienced the Promise Land. We don't always know how long it will last, or how challenging it may be, but while we are there, we need to pursue our Creator, trusting in Him, and allowing Him to lead us through it all. We are called to walk differently than the rest of the world. Today, we hear as Pastor Rob talks about the challenges of the desert, but also how we are called to live during those seasons.
There was a study done awhile ago about the state of mind/being that people live in. People either survive, strive, or thrive. Reminds you of the seasons, doesn't it? It can be so easy to get stuck in survival mode, and often it is difficult to get out. Today, Pastor Rob reminds us of a couple vital truths that we need to remember and walk in while we navigate the plains; the ordinary.
Jesus allowed Lazarus to die, why? We look at John 11 and see that Jesus waited for him to die, yet he was saddened by his death. What a confusing chapter! But there is so much more in what we read, and today Pastor Rob shows us that there was an important lesson behind the death and resurrection of Lazarus, a deeper lesson than just Jesus revealing His power. Join us as wee look at Johns Gospel!
You are fearfully and wonderfully made because you were made by the Creator. That is a powerful statement, and it is easy to overlook it, ignore it, or not understand it. But it is vital we understand this truth as we are called to more than what we are living now. We are called to leap out in faith and strive to become all that the Father created us for, and therefore knows we can be. Join us today as Pastor Rob speaks in truth about Your Truth!
Today we have a lot to celebrate as Pastor Rob returns from his 10 week Sabbatical. We hear all that the Lord did during this time, and a tid-bit of what is to come. We are excited for this season as a church, for what the Lord is doing and we are reminded that there is so much more in store. No matter how much we may think we have, we do, or participate in as believers, Christ always has more for us to have and to experience. Our need and desire for Him should increase daily. Join us as we welcome back our Pastor and receive the Word.
Today we hear part two of Joel Comiskey's sermons. Joel leads us into how we should pray. There are so many ways to pray, but in John we read that we are called to pray according to scripture and to the Lord's will, not our own. We are called to pray with thanksgiving. We are called to persistently pray and in faith, believing that God will answer our prayers. Join us as we read and study the Word in this special message!
Today we hear from Joel Comiskey on James 17. We are shown a powerful prayer that Jesus prayed, and how He prayed it specifically for us, His followers. We see how Christ interceded for us often, and we are encouraged to do the same. Join us as we dive into scripture with our guest Pastor! Be encouraged! Be blessed!
Today we have special guest, Jason Frenn, a worldwide evangelist and author. Jason delivers a message on not throwing in the towel. Often times we are challenged in our walks. With many things against us, we also have the prompting of the Lord to do his work. But, in order to do the Good Work, we have to love Jesus. Without our walks being founded and grounded in Christ, we cannot pursue the works He sets before us. We have to step into strength, and pick up the Word, feeding ourselves before we can feed the sheep.
Each one of us have more than one attribute that drives us. So what drives God? We can look at Genesis 1:1 and get one of His attributes, and it is that He is an artist; a creator. We look at the world, and we see so much beauty, yet so much destruction because it has been spoiled by man. But the Garden, Creation, that was untouched beauty, made by God for us, and it was untouched by man until the Fall. When the fall happened, God came into the Garden searching for Adam and his wife. He wasn't searching because he didn't know where they were, but because He knew spiritually they were lost. Christ came into this world to search for those who are lost, to save them from the spoiled world, so one day, we can spend eternity in His perfection.
Today we hear from Bishop Abel Oyaro from Nairobi, Kenya. Along with updates and prayer points for his ministries, he also delivers an awesome message about positioning ourselves for breakthrough. We have to place ourselves in the place to receive from the Lord, to be blessed, and to experience Him. When we are in the positions Christ wants us in, we are able to do so much more than we could ever ask, think or imagine through Him. He is in control, He is all power, and can do all things, but we must be in the place to be used and blessed by Him. Join us today as we hear from our guest speaker.
Everyone has gifts. Everyone has areas where they can serve. This can be a hard concept for us to grasp. A lot of us would argue saying "No, it's not my calling to serve", or "I just wasn't gifted with anything so I will just receive". It is so easy to fall into these mindsets, but it just isn't true. Just as we all have unique personalities, we also have unique gifting. They are all different, and they are all needed. Without people serving on the media team, we wouldn't have worship, without people serving snacks and coffee, we would probably have a lot of people napping through the message. We need to remember that God has called each one of to serve, and it may be different from someone else, but lets obey the call. Join us as we dive into Spiritual Gifting today!
He is Risen! These words changed everything. Christ was no longer in the grave, but was alive and well. He beat death, rose again, and now is alive in us! This news would be told for thousands of years, and will continue to be told until the end of the ages. Christ is alive, and we need to remember and celebrate this truth. His sacrifice changed the world, it allowed us to enter into a personal relationship with Him. He took our sins upon Himself which allows us to enter into eternity with Him. His sacrifice and rising again changed everything.
Join us for our Good Friday service as we hear and see a reenactment of the final hours with Jesus. We see the disciples mourning and questioning what Jesus was trying to speak to them in His last hours on earth.
It is almost time. Jesus' time had come to enter Jerusalem, on the donkey, fulfilling the prophecies. The people gathered around, laying their coats and palm branches on the road, shouting "Hosanna, praise the Son of David!" Hosanna - save us. Jesus came to save. The people knew it, they knew this was the King, they just didn't understand why, nor how it would work. The time had come, and Jesus was about to show them how He would save them. Join us as we jump into scripture and prepare ourselves for Passion Week.
We need to seek friendship intentionally. We have to be open to it when it's around, but we have to remember to seek out people, be friendly, and reach out to people. God made us to be in community, and we can look at the God Head, God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, there are all one commune God. God walked with Adam and Eve in the garden, He lived in community with them. We should be following the example of our Father, walking in community with not only Him, but others too. Today we dive into a deep study about community, friendship and how we should pursue relationship. Join us!
Unity means we have things in common, but it does not mean we are all the same. As Christians, we are called to have unity with one another. This does not mean we are the same people, with the same personalities, and the same gifting. It means that we have one thing, Christ Jesus, as our center. We all have one calling, and it is Matthew 28, the Great Commission. We are called to know God and make Him known, but we will all have different gifting to do this. It isn't that the worship team will work over here, the teachers will work over there, and the hospitality team will work in their corner. It is that we will all work together to create a space for people to know God. We will work together as one, even if our gifts and talents differ. Today, we really dive into what it means to be in community with one another, how we can pursue it, and maintain it.
(Our apologies, we had technical difficulty, and only the tail end of worship was recorded)The body of Christ should be a community. As a community, we should look different from the rest of the world. This can be so hard to swallow, but as Believers, we should be setting ourselves apart. Our community, our mindset, should be different from any other community or people. Today we really unpack what it means to align ourselves with other Christians, and how we should live with one another, serving one another, and bringing light to the darkness.
Communication is key. This is the epitome of any healthy relationship. But often times we find that one person talks more than the other, or one is always complaining about an issue in the relationship, but nothing is ever quite resolved. Isn't that how it can sometimes look with God? One of us is always talking, trying to "resolve" issues in the relationship, but we never do the second part of communicate which is listen. We have to sit, we have to listen, we have to make sure we are understanding what God is telling us. join us today as we dive into a study about what it means to have good communication with God and not just at God.
Today we have special guest speaker, Susan Stoppenbrink bringing a word on Prayer. Prayer is such a vital piece of our walk with God, but it often gets missed. We bring our cares to Him when we need Him, but any other time, we just leave Him alone. But we're missing a key part of a relationship with God when we do this. There are so many ways to communicate and spend time with Christ, and today, Susan shares some of her testimony and some amazing ways to communicate and spend time with Christ.
A habit that we often miss is communication with God. We may read our Bibles, or journal, we may even pray. But how do our prayers look? Are they just requests to God or is it communication? God wants to talk with us, He wants to communicate. Instead of approaching Him with an "I need or I want" mentality, let's approach Him with open hands and open hearts, bringing Him the truest version of ourselves. He knows us fully, so let's fully give ourselves to Him today.
We have direct passage to God. We don't have to talk to a priest, or go through someone in order to communicate with our heavenly Father. But often times, we don't even communicate with Him. We talk to Him when life is hard or when we need something, and then we remain quiet until the next issue in life. Here's the thing, we often feel like when things are challenging that God does not speak, but why would He speak to us and guide us if we aren't pursuing Him? We want to flip the script, we want to pursue quality time with Him, praying, talking, and pursuing the Word of God.
Spiritual Maturity. We often hear this term in church and it can sometimes sound confusing. But it is quite a simple definition, and it is Being Like Christ. Simple, right? Not exactly. How does maturity work? It often involves a lot of growing, changing, working hard, and this is a process. Maturity is not automatic, it does not happen overnight. It takes time and work. This is the first week of many where we will dive into a deep study of what it means to be spiritually mature, what it will take, and the practical steps we can take. Join us as we study the Word together!
Setting goals can be so important for our Christian walk. Setting goals like reading our Bibles for 30 minutes every day, reading through the New Testament in a year, setting aside prayer time with Him. These things are so important to our walks! It can be easy to forget them, but as we step into this new year, our goal is to keep to these things. Standing alongside and encouraging one another to stick to the goals we have set up for the year. Join us as we dive into the word today!
We often think that parents are raising their children, but we need to change this. Parents are not raising children, but are raising adults. If they did not raise adults, we would a lot more adults crawling around asking to be fed and changed. When God designed us, he did not intend for us to remain infants in Christ. He wanted us to grow up, to be able to chew solid food, and walk on our own. He designed us so we could deepen our relationship with Him, and go beyond the first few years of our Christian walk. God designed us in so uniquely. Just as babies start out not being able to walk and talk, and then growing into running toddlers who climb on things, and begin picking up new things and learning about the world around them. We are to continue growing just as these little ones do. Not remaining stagnant in our faith, but learning how to walk and talk with Jesus, learning how to pray, and to study the Word of God. Join us today as we dive into the message on Becoming Mature in the Lord.
Going into a new year, we want to be sure we are seeking God and His Kingdom. We can get very caught up in the love aspect of seeking Him. And loving the Lord is so important, just like we love our friends, spouses, children, and family. But we also need to take time to spend with them, doing an activity they like to do, reaching out to someone to get a coffee to catch up. We SEEK God, we long and desire for Him. Once we do this, our attitudes change. Our hearts change. They become more attune to Jesus because we are actively spending time with our Maker. Join us today as we dive into this New Year and study the importance of seeking Jesus.
There is a time for everything, a time for weeping, a time for rejoicing. This verse explains our lives here, doesn't it? Life seems to throw good things and can also bring hard things. It brings joy and sorrow. It brings rest and busyness. We are going into a new year and it can bring mixed feelings about how we lived and how life looked over the past 12 months. Today service looks a little different, as we invite a few people to share some hard things and good things about their year. We are so encouraged by these things as we hear how God has moved in our brothers and sisters lives. Join us today as we praise the Lord and ring in the New Year together.
What is the difference between joy and happiness? What does it mean to experience God's joy? Especially in such troubling times. It can be so easy to see it as another word for happiness, but there is such a deep and powerful meaning of the word. There is also such power that comes from learning how to live with joy when life is challenging or bleak. Join us today as we finish our Advent Study.
Silent Night, Holy Night. All is calm, all is bright. That must have been a peaceful night, as Jesus was born into the world through the Virgin Mary. But something deeper was going on in the spiritual. Today we take a look at a different kind of peace than the one we sing about in Christmas Songs. The peace that only comes from the Lord, and how we can pursue this and seek him for it. Join us as we dive into the third week of advent.
How do we define and capture this idea of love? Does love exist outside of the Lord? If God is love, how can that be? Today we answer some of these hard questions. We understand the true meaning of love, and God's definition of love. We dive deep into scripture and remember that outside of God, hope, love, peace, and joy cannot be fully experienced without God, as He is all of those things and so many more. Join us as we continue our Advent Study.
Today we hear from Josue Lemus. He and his wife Nancy are long term missionaries in Antigua, Guatemala, working with an organization called the Jerimiah Project. This project provides a place for kids to go after school to eat, learn about the Bible, play games, and socialize. We invite you to listen in as they update us on their mission work and enjoy an encouraging message on Hope from Josue.
Today we look at Matthew chapter 7, where Jesus teaches the Believers how they should live. But some of the scriptures seem to contradict themselves. So what did Jesus mean when He said to judge not, but then later said, judge them by their fruit? Today we dissect these challenging verses, and try to understand what the Scripture is saying. Join us as we continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount.
Something we as Christians often do is worry about anxiety. We fear that Jesus will be mad at us as He specifically told us not to worry (Mat. 6:25). But that isn't what this verse is about. In the world today, we see a lot of people who struggle with anxiety and worry, and these are all normal things. Today is the first part of a two parter about anxiety. What is it? What does the Bible say about it? And how can we help people who struggle with anxiety? Please join us this morning as continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount.
Anything can become an idol. Whether it is social media, food, sleep, work, our spouse, we can place a higher value on things rather than our Maker. Today we dive into scripture about storing up treasures here on earth. What does that look like for us today? Is there anything that I am bowing down to and making an idol? Join us as we meditate on the Sermon on the Mount.
Christ belongs to The Kingdom. He longs for us to be in that Kingdom with Him. But what does that mean? Today we look at Matthew 6 and study the truth that this is not the kingdom that Christ promised us, but that we will one day be in the new Kingdom that He created to live in and with us. Join us today as we continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount.
Today, we continue to hear from Mickey Hall as he dives into chapter 5 of the book of Matthew. We go into the hard topics of the Sermon on the Mount. What does it mean to love our neighbor, or our enemy? How can we be keeping our word as Believers? How do I show God's light in every aspect of life? Join us this morning as we continue our study in Matthew.
Today we hear from Mickey Hall as he teaches us about Christ's fulfillment of the law. When Christ taught the Disciples, He changed the 10 commandments, which was blasphemy in that time. But Christ came to fulfill the law, to teach them something new. Join us as we dive deep into Matthew 5 today.
You are the light of the world. You are the salt of the earth. But what happens when the light is dim? People can lose their way, they can get stuck in the darkness. What happens when salt loses it's flavor? Well it is meaningless. Our duty as believers is to bring light into the darkness. Even the smallest amount of light can illuminate a big space. The smallest amount of salt will add life to a dish. How do we fulfill this calling? Join us today as we dive into scripture, and continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount.
We continue our study on the Sermon on the Mount, going over the Beatitudes, and looking at practical application for us today. Jesus was personal, he sat with the people, he came down to our level, and spoke truth and life into us. As we dive into his teaching today, prepare your heart for what God has for you. How can I be open to You today, Lord? Speak to me personally, and allow your Words to penetrate my heart and become a part of my everyday life.
Today we dive into the Beatitudes, which no, these do not mean 'attitudes that we should be'. Instead beatitudes translate to supreme blessedness, or extremely happy. So what does that mean for us as Believers? This sermon kicks off our 8 week series on the Sermon on the Mount. Please join us today as we dive into scripture and see what the Sermon on the Mount means for us as believers today.
When we step into a relationship with God, we often get stuck in the thought that I am still me. It can be so easy to jump back and forth between the old you and the new you. But that is exactly what we are supposed to do, is to step into the new identity that Christ has given. Yes, we are still sinners, but we fight against the enemy and we walk in the freedom God has given. Join us today as we continue to dive into the topic of "Who Are You?"
There are many how to books, how to fix a fence, how to cook lasagna, and how to see miracles happen. We live in a day where it can be easy to miss the miracles of God. Life is so fast paced, we are constantly moving, and often we don't think that small things could be miracles. Today we dive into so many different passages that talk about the miracles of God, ones you may have never even read before. Take time today to look around you, what miracles has God been performing in your life and all around you.
Today we will be diving into chapter 16 of First Corinthians. Paul writes to the church in Corinth with many directions along with encouragements, join us as we unpack it today.
As human beings, it is very normal to wonder where we go when we die. We ask questions like is there an afterlife or is this it? It feels normal to question what's next. Today we dive into 1 Corinthians 15 and what Paul says about salvation, about death, and about resurrection. We want to always remember that our time on earth is short, but that there is eternity in Heaven with our Creator, and we want to be sure the people around us know the same thing. Join us as we dive into this study today!
Who is Jesus? What is the story of the gospel? These questions probably seem easy to answer as a believer, but are we answering them correctly? Our longing and desire should be to know and understand the gospel, who Christ is. We want to know so we can then make Him known. It's not just about inviting people to church, but it is about us showing them and helping them understand who God is, what He has for them. So let's dive into 1 Corinthians 15 and really know what Salvation is.
Today we tackle one topic from 1 Corinthians 14, women in ministry. When looking at these hard hitting topics it is hard to not look at society and what the world approves or disapproves of. But as believers, we want to go back to the source of what the Word says about everything, the truth. Join us today as we dive into 1 Corinthians!
Have you ever been doing something and thought "This is pointless"? Sometimes we go through life wondering why God has where we are, wondering what is going to come, and does this matter. Today we dive into different scripture and we look at 5 people in the Bible that God used in big ways, but they never had their names mentioned. God has you where He wants you, although you may not see it, He will use you in the best way for His plan. Join us as we look at how God used these people in mighty ways.
Today we hear from Madelyn Hastings as she shares about her 5 months abroad with YWAM. God continues to move all throughout the world, from Sweden to Singapore to Malaysia. Jesus gave the Great Commission to all of His disciples; so, how is He speaking to you? Where is leading you to minister?
Today we hear from Madelyn Hastings as she shares about her 5 months abroad with YWAM. God continues to move all throughout the world, from Sweden to Singapore to Malaysia. Jesus gave the Great Commission to all of His disciples; so, how is He speaking to you? Where is leading you to minister?
Do we live for ourselves? Is This life about me? How can my life bring God glory? 1 Corinthians 10:31 tells us to "do everything for the glory of God" Can my work bring him glory? My family life? my entertainment choices?
Do we live for ourselves? Is This life about me? How can my life bring God glory? 1 Corinthians 10:31 tells us to "do everything for the glory of God" Can my work bring him glory? My family life? my entertainment choices?
How can you be right and be wrong at the same time? 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 gives instructions about whether it is okay to eat meat sacrificed to Idols. We don't have that issue in today's society, but there are many issues in the church where we could apply the same principle. My right does not trump my responsibility to serve God by preferring and serving you. Although some activities may be acceptable for me, if they cause a weaker brother or sister to stumble, for the love of God and the love of my brother or sister, I should give up my right and instead sacrifice for the sake of the kingdom.
How can you be right and be wrong at the same time? 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 gives instructions about whether it is okay to eat meat sacrificed to Idols. We don't have that issue in today's society, but there are many issues in the church where we could apply the same principle. My right does not trump my responsibility to serve God by preferring and serving you. Although some activities may be acceptable for me, if they cause a weaker brother or sister to stumble, for the love of God and the love of my brother or sister, I should give up my right and instead sacrifice for the sake of the kingdom.
How can you be right and be wrong at the same time? 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 gives instructions about whether it is okay to eat meat sacrificed to Idols. We don't have that issue in today's society, but there are many issues in the church where we could apply the same principle. My right does not trump my responsibility to serve God by preferring and serving you. Although some activities may be acceptable for me, if they cause a weaker brother or sister to stumble, for the love of God and the love of my brother or sister, I should give up my right and instead sacrifice for the sake of the kingdom.
I Corinthians 7 gives some of the most straightforward and practical instruction on Marriage and Divorce and God's design for sex. God designed marriage to be one of giving, not of selfishness. He Designed us humans to be connected together in the most sacred of bonds through marriage making marriage stronger through sex. Because this bond is so strong, divorce not only breaks this bond but causes damage on every one involved. Yes, there is grace for those who have been divorced, yes there are concessions, but God's design is for marriage to be between one man and one woman for a lifetime, and that sexual relations should be enjoyed often and freely between husband and wife.
I Corinthians 7 gives some of the most straightforward and practical instruction on Marriage and Divorce and God's design for sex. God designed marriage to be one of giving, not of selfishness. He Designed us humans to be connected together in the most sacred of bonds through marriage making marriage stronger through sex. Because this bond is so strong, divorce not only breaks this bond but causes damage on every one involved. Yes, there is grace for those who have been divorced, yes there are concessions, but God's design is for marriage to be between one man and one woman for a lifetime, and that sexual relations should be enjoyed often and freely between husband and wife.
I Corinthians 7 gives some of the most straightforward and practical instruction on Marriage and Divorce and God's design for sex. God designed marriage to be one of giving, not of selfishness. He Designed us humans to be connected together in the most sacred of bonds through marriage making marriage stronger through sex. Because this bond is so strong, divorce not only breaks this bond but causes damage on every one involved. Yes, there is grace for those who have been divorced, yes there are concessions, but God's design is for marriage to be between one man and one woman for a lifetime, and that sexual relations should be enjoyed often and freely between husband and wife.
The four weeks leading up to Christmas is Advent, which means coming. During these 4 weeks we will be discovering the Hope that is found in Christ, The Love God has for the world, the Joy that the "advent" of Christ elicits and the peace that a relationship with Christ offers.
The four weeks leading up to Christmas is Advent, which means coming. During these 4 weeks we will be discovering the Hope that is found in Christ, The Love God has for the world, the Joy that the "advent" of Christ elicits and the peace that a relationship with Christ offers.
The four weeks leading up to Christmas is Advent, which means coming. During these 4 weeks we will be discovering the Hope that is found in Christ, The Love God has for the world, the Joy that the "advent" of Christ elicits and the peace that a relationship with Christ offers.
We are all sinners. It's a statement we hear often as Christians. We hear it when someone tries to help us feel better after we have messed up. We hear it when someone is trying to excuse their own errors and shortcomings. It sounds biblical, but is it? It is true that "All have sinned and fall short of the kingdom of God" and "None is righteous, no not one". But what about the idea that we "ARE all SINNERS?" In 1 Cor 6:9, Paul lists numerous groups of sinners, idolaters, swindlers, thieves, drunkards and declares that "the unrighteous will not enter the Kingdom of God". in verse 11, he makes a huge statement. After listing off a number of groups of people who practice immoral, sinful behavior, Paul says "and such were some of you". Wait! what? Such WERE some of you? He goes on to say you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified. We no longer identify with these behaviors, we should no longer "practice" such behavior, because Christ did a work, He justified us. He santified us. He redeemed us. How can you continue to live practicing behavior that He sacrificed himself for in order to set us free?
We are all sinners. It's a statement we hear often as Christians. We hear it when someone tries to help us feel better after we have messed up. We hear it when someone is trying to excuse their own errors and shortcomings. It sounds biblical, but is it? It is true that "All have sinned and fall short of the kingdom of God" and "None is righteous, no not one". But what about the idea that we "ARE all SINNERS?" In 1 Cor 6:9, Paul lists numerous groups of sinners, idolaters, swindlers, thieves, drunkards and declares that "the unrighteous will not enter the Kingdom of God". in verse 11, he makes a huge statement. After listing off a number of groups of people who practice immoral, sinful behavior, Paul says "and such were some of you". Wait! what? Such WERE some of you? He goes on to say you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified. We no longer identify with these behaviors, we should no longer "practice" such behavior, because Christ did a work, He justified us. He santified us. He redeemed us. How can you continue to live practicing behavior that He sacrificed himself for in order to set us free?
The apostle Paul, full of understanding that Christ has set us free, that salvation is by grace, that our sins our washed clean, that "through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death" addresses the Corinthian church. You are free, but just because all things are "lawful" not everything is beneficial, nor helpful, nor expedient. As believers, we should have a close relationship with the Lord, a close relationship with the Holy Spirit so we can hear His voice. We should ask questions such as "Lord, is this something you would have me do?" Mickey Hall talks about the wonders of the human body, the majesty by which we were created and brings us to question whether certain activities, behaviors, beliefs are helpful to us.
Is it possible that today's society is not much different than that of ancient Corinth? Perhaps our humanness, doesn't progress much after all. Paul writes to the Corinthian church that one believer should not take a dispute before the "unrighteous" court but instead should look to other believers to help settle disputes. In saying "unrighteous", Paul is not saying that they are wicked in a moral sense, but pointing out that those in the courts in Corinth were unsaved. Why take a matter between Christians and have it judged by non-Christians? How does the world look at "the church" if we cannot get along and handle our own disputes? Paul comes against this idea with a harsh statement. "How Dare You". Why not rather suffer wrong? This kind of thinking is contrary to the ""do what's right for you" "get ahead" "stand up for your rights" mentality that is so prevalent. Paul is not telling us to "be the victim" but instead calling believers to yield to the spirit, and yield in faith and trust to Him, It is also a call for leaders to lead well, to be strong, be fair, to not be swayed by popularity, fear, possible financial gain. We are called to stand up for righteousness and be willing to humble ourselves and not demand "our rights" but instead keep the kingdom of God as our first priority.
Leading us in praise and worship and bringing an encouraging word from God today are Mark and Janalee Johnson of Forerunner Ministries. Forerunner Ministries is one of the missions we support here at The Journey Church. Mark and Janalee have been part of the church since 1987. They were our worship leaders before returning to Mpls Minnesota where as urban missionaries have been preaching, teaching, mentoring and leading people into deeper expressions of worship.
Leading us in praise and worship and bringing an encouraging word from God today are Mark and Janalee Johnson of Forerunner Ministries. Forerunner Ministries is one of the missions we support here at The Journey Church. Mark and Janalee have been part of the church since 1987. They were our worship leaders before returning to Mpls Minnesota where as urban missionaries have been preaching, teaching, mentoring and leading people into deeper expressions of worship.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
The gospel of Jesus Christ is foolishness to those that have not trusted in Jesus as their Lord and Savior. A king coming to die a criminals death is not what we think of when we think of a story with a hero, a savior. But God sent His son Jesus to this world to pay a brutal price for a debt that was not his, that we might be set free to live a life that we do not deserve. Jesus is the hero, our wisdom, world wisdom falls so short. The wisdom of God seems like foolishness.
We are beginning a series through the book of 1 Corinthians. This church planted by the apostle Paul was in one of the largest wealthiest cities in the Roman Empire. Full of teachings and lifestyles influenced by worship of Greek and Roman Gods, full of immorality. In this atmosphere the church of Corinth found itself being influenced by these ungodly practices. Paul writes this letter to correct, admonish and teach these believers how they should be living through the lens of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
We are beginning a series through the book of 1 Corinthians. This church planted by the apostle Paul was in one of the largest wealthiest cities in the Roman Empire. Full of teachings and lifestyles influenced by worship of Greek and Roman Gods, full of immorality. In this atmosphere the church of Corinth found itself being influenced by these ungodly practices. Paul writes this letter to correct, admonish and teach these believers how they should be living through the lens of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
We are beginning a series through the book of 1 Corinthians. This church planted by the apostle Paul was in one of the largest wealthiest cities in the Roman Empire. Full of teachings and lifestyles influenced by worship of Greek and Roman Gods, full of immorality. In this atmosphere the church of Corinth found itself being influenced by these ungodly practices. Paul writes this letter to correct, admonish and teach these believers how they should be living through the lens of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
We are beginning a series through the book of 1 Corinthians. This church planted by the apostle Paul was in one of the largest wealthiest cities in the Roman Empire. Full of teachings and lifestyles influenced by worship of Greek and Roman Gods, full of immorality. In this atmosphere the church of Corinth found itself being influenced by these ungodly practices. Paul writes this letter to correct, admonish and teach these believers how they should be living through the lens of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
What's the difference between fruit of the spirit and gifts of the spirit? Does healing still happen? Are miracles for today? What is prophecy? What is the gift of tongues. We will try to answer these questions in this sermon
What's the difference between fruit of the spirit and gifts of the spirit? Does healing still happen? Are miracles for today? What is prophecy? What is the gift of tongues. We will try to answer these questions in this sermon
The Holy Spirit may be the most overlooked and least understood part of the God Head. Jesus commanded us to wait until we were filled with power when the Holy Spirit came upon us. The Holy Spirit is God's gift for us to live a bold, godly life in power.
“The key is not the will to win. Everybody has that. It is the will to prepare to win that is important.” — Bobby Knight
“The key is not the will to win. Everybody has that. It is the will to prepare to win that is important.” — Bobby Knight
Discouragement is one of Satan's best and most trusted tools. How do we fight discouragement? Learne to encourage ourselves in the Lord, be in relationship with others who can encourage you, work at being an encouragement to others. This sermon helps us know how to do that.
After Jesus' ascension, He gives his disciples one last command. In what is known as "The Great Commission" He opens up the gospel to not only the Jews but to "everyone who believes". He empowers all of us to be His hands, His feet, His words of love, and He sends us into the world to "Tell everyone" what we have seen, experienced and now know.
After Jesus' ascension, He gives his disciples one last command. In what is known as "The Great Commission" He opens up the gospel to not only the Jews but to "everyone who believes". He empowers all of us to be His hands, His feet, His words of love, and He sends us into the world to "Tell everyone" what we have seen, experienced and now know.
After Jesus' ascension, He gives his disciples one last command. In what is known as "The Great Commission" He opens up the gospel to not only the Jews but to "everyone who believes". He empowers all of us to be His hands, His feet, His words of love, and He sends us into the world to "Tell everyone" what we have seen, experienced and now know.
Jesus' Resurrection shows that He has all power, even power over death. The scriptures teach that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead dwells in us. The Power to change dwells in us. Whatever you are facing, whatever obstacle, whatever thinking, whatever addiction...Jesus in you, give you Power to Change
Jesus' Resurrection shows that He has all power, even power over death. The scriptures teach that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead dwells in us. The Power to change dwells in us. Whatever you are facing, whatever obstacle, whatever thinking, whatever addiction...Jesus in you, give you Power to Change
Sometimes we want something, sometimes we think we know what's best for us and what we really need. God has an awesome way of blowing our minds, of helping us to see that what we think we need is so far below what He wants to do. He wants to do Above and Beyond what think.
Why do we seem to struggle so much in this life? Could it be that we have our priorities all mixed up? The principle of First Things First is a life-changing principle, it is made even more powerful when we understand that our FIRST priority should be loving God and Putting God absolutely FIRST. He is our First Thing. If we seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto us as well.
In Mark Chapter 11, Jesus cleanses the temple of those who are trying to profit, to make it difficult for people to come to God. Jesus makes a huge statement. NO MORE! No more profiting from sacrifices, no more holding people back from worship. Come, freely, worship God, receive your healing from God.
Pastor Rob teaches out of Mark chapter 8. If anyone is to come after me, he must take up his cross and follow me
In Mark chapter 7, Jesus has discourse with the Pharisees over ritual hand-washing. Jesus points out that they have overridden the intention of the law with man-made rules that totally miss the point. Jesus explains to them that it is not what enters a man that makes him defiled, but what comes out of him...out of his heart...that defile him. What is in your heart that is causing you to be unclean and defiled? Above all else, guard your heart for it is the wellspring of life. Proverbs 4:23
In Mark chapter 6, the disciples are far from shore, Jesus has been on the mountainside by himself praying...until 3am! The disciples have been struggling in the storm, worrying and fearful...while Jesus prayed for them. Mark says that Jesus intended to walk by them. He didn't stop until they cried out. Watch this sermon to find out why.
Pastor Dave Ogren from Great Commission Media Ministries shares a message from Jonah. Lord help us to hear the word of the Lord
Pastor Mickey Hall brings a message out of Mark chapter 6 about bringing whatever we have to Jesus. Jesus will make a miracle and can feed the 5,000 if we will bring him what we have. This message comes in 2 parts. this is part 2
Pastor Mickey Hall brings a message out of Mark chapter 6 about bringing whatever we have to Jesus. Jesus will make a miracle and can feed the 5,000 if we will bring him what we have. This message comes in 2 parts. this is part 1
Sometimes things look good from the outside but inwardly they are deteriorating and diminishing. As people, we have to guard our hearts, our thought life. We need to have a spiritual check-up on a regular basis. After suffering a heart attack himself and undergoing quadruple bypass, Pastor Rob Hastings talks about the condition of the heart, how to know how we are doing and how to get in better shape.
Pastor Mickey talks about the death of John the baptist and discovers what kind of man Herod was. Mark chapter 6:14
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
Jesus is Lord of ALL! All creation is subject to Christ, Including the demons. In Mark Chapter 5 Jesus encounters a demon possessed man, confronts the evil spirits and sets the man free.
No one puts a lamp under a basket or under a bed. We are supposed to let your light shine. That light will reveal what is hidden. You need to keep oil in your lamp and keep getting brighter and brighter.
No one puts a lamp under a basket or under a bed. We are supposed to let your light shine. That light will reveal what is hidden. You need to keep oil in your lamp and keep getting brighter and brighter.
The sower sows the seed (The Word), but we (our heart) are the soil, the recipient of the seed, are you ready to receive the Word? do you have so many cares that they will choke out the word? Has your heart been hardened by different experiences and things in the world? Can we prepare the soil of our heart to be ready to receive the word and produce the fruit that God wants?
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
Jesus chose 12 of his disciples to become the apostles. The apostles were taught by Jesus and sent out to teach, heal, cast out demons and make disciples. Through these 12 men the gospel was established and the church was born. These men were responsible for the New testament and nearly all information we have regarding the life and teachings of Christ.
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach. Who were these 12? What about the 70, the 120 the 5,000? In today's message we learn a little bit about who Jesus' disciples were...Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous but sinners. Mark 2:17
In Mark chapter 2 we see the account of the 4 men bringing their paralytic friend to Jesus. Their faith and courage is an example to us as we see these 4 "HELPERS" bringing their "HELPLESS" friend to the "HEALER". Regardless of the "HINDRANCES" the helpless man finds more than he is looking for. More, and better, than a physical healing, he finds forgiveness of sins. Can we increase our faith and gain the courage to HELP our HELPLESS friends, family and neighbors find the HEALER?
Who was Jesus, why did He come? what did He do? Why did He do it? The gospel according to Mark presents Jesus, the son of God. John Mark brings the details of the life and ministry of Jesus from the firsthand account of the apostle Peter.
Jesus sets an example for believers to follow in the first chapter of Mark. He sets an example in baptism, and in how to handle temptation.
What is the gospel of Mark. Who wrote this book, why did he write it? Pastor Rob gives an introduction to the gospel according to Mark
In This message, we learn some of the history of the birth of the nation of the United States. We learn that the 4th of July is the celebration of the declaration of Independence. The Revolutionary War did not end in 1776, but primarily began. Likewise, as believers, when we are saved, we make a declaration that we will follow Jesus, that we are separating ourselves from the power of the enemy. Although the declaration is made, the enemy continues to fight against us and our decision to follow Christ. We need to keep battling the enemy wearing the armor of God.
Do you ever worry about tomorrow? Does anything in life cause you anxiety? Do you need Clarity? If we focus on the wrong things, our life tends to be so much more difficult, but when we focus on the right things, on the good things, we are able to walk more freely, overcome more quickly, have more victory and have more joy.
Do you ever worry about tomorrow? Does anything in life cause you anxiety? Do you need Clarity? If we focus on the wrong things, our life tends to be so much more difficult, but when we focus on the right things, on the good things, we are able to walk more freely, overcome more quickly, have more victory and have more joy.
Do you ever worry about tomorrow? Does anything in life cause you anxiety? Do you need Clarity? If we focus on the wrong things, our life tends to be so much more difficult, but when we focus on the right things, on the good things, we are able to walk more freely, overcome more quickly, have more victory and have more joy.
Do you ever worry about tomorrow? Does anything in life cause you anxiety? Do you need Clarity? If we focus on the wrong things, our life tends to be so much more difficult, but when we focus on the right things, on the good things, we are able to walk more freely, overcome more quickly, have more victory and have more joy.
God works on our behalf, but He also works through us. He does miracles around us, but He also does miracles through us. He calls us to stand still and see the salvation of the LORD, and He also says, Go, fight, march, sing, blow the trumpet, wash, tell and more. Sometimes He calls us to action, sometimes to waiting, trusting and stillness.
God works on our behalf, but He also works through us. He does miracles around us, but He also does miracles through us. He calls us to stand still and see the salvation of the LORD, and He also says, Go, fight, march, sing, blow the trumpet, wash, tell and more. Sometimes He calls us to action, sometimes to waiting, trusting and stillness.
God works on our behalf, but He also works through us. He does miracles around us, but He also does miracles through us. He calls us to stand still and see the salvation of the LORD, and He also says, Go, fight, march, sing, blow the trumpet, wash, tell and more. Sometimes He calls us to action, sometimes to waiting, trusting and stillness.
1 Cor 13 states that love is patient, Galatians 5:22 teaches that patience is part of the fruit of the Spirit, Romans 15:5 declares that God is "The God of patience". What is patience? How do obtain it? What does it look like in the believer's life? This message dives into these questions and helps us discover more about the virtue of patience.
1 Cor 13 states that love is patient, Galatians 5:22 teaches that patience is part of the fruit of the Spirit, Romans 15:5 declares that God is "The God of patience". What is patience? How do obtain it? What does it look like in the believer's life? This message dives into these questions and helps us discover more about the virtue of patience.
1 Cor 13 states that love is patient, Galatians 5:22 teaches that patience is part of the fruit of the Spirit, Romans 15:5 declares that God is "The God of patience". What is patience? How do obtain it? What does it look like in the believer's life? This message dives into these questions and helps us discover more about the virtue of patience.
1 Cor 13 states that love is patient, Galatians 5:22 teaches that patience is part of the fruit of the Spirit, Romans 15:5 declares that God is "The God of patience". What is patience? How do obtain it? What does it look like in the believer's life? This message dives into these questions and helps us discover more about the virtue of patience.
1 Cor 13 states that love is patient, Galatians 5:22 teaches that patience is part of the fruit of the Spirit, Romans 15:5 declares that God is "The God of patience". What is patience? How do obtain it? What does it look like in the believer's life? This message dives into these questions and helps us discover more about the virtue of patience.
Life can be very difficult, not to mention that we make our life more difficult with some of the choices we make. How can we handle the difficult moments in life? What do we do when tragedy strikes? Stephen Lemelle shares about his life journey, bad decisions, actions and tragedies. In All things, he discovered what Romans 8:28 says is true...God will work all things for the good for those who love Him and are called according to His purposes.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
Galatians 5:22 gives a list of attributes that should be the fruit of a believer's life. Among the list is Self Control. The Spirit of God who lives in us gives us the power, the ability to control ourselves, our flesh. Believers should be the most self-controlled people on Earth. All of the virtues we have discussed so far will also help us in all of our relationships.
What the world is lacking is a people who have virtues. Many people claim to have values, but values change. One persons values differ from another. Virtue on the other hand is solid. The world is changing, God's people need to be solid, living by the virtues set forth in the word of God.
What the world is lacking is a people who have virtues. Many people claim to have values, but values change. One persons values differ from another. Virtue on the other hand is solid. The world is changing, God's people need to be solid, living by the virtues set forth in the word of God.
What the world is lacking is a people who have virtues. Many people claim to have values, but values change. One persons values differ from another. Virtue on the other hand is solid. The world is changing, God's people need to be solid, living by the virtues set forth in the word of God.
What the world is lacking is a people who have virtues. Many people claim to have values, but values change. One persons values differ from another. Virtue on the other hand is solid. The world is changing, God's people need to be solid, living by the virtues set forth in the word of God.
What the world is lacking is a people who have virtues. Many people claim to have values, but values change. One persons values differ from another. Virtue on the other hand is solid. The world is changing, God's people need to be solid, living by the virtues set forth in the word of God.
What the world is lacking is a people who have virtues. Many people claim to have values, but values change. One persons values differ from another. Virtue on the other hand is solid. The world is changing, God's people need to be solid, living by the virtues set forth in the word of God.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
There is a future waiting for us. A future of God's truth, of God's salvation for us through His son Jesus. Christmas points to a future of Christ's second return.
Christmas is about Miracles! The miracle of conception, announcements and of Jesus' birth. The miracle of the angels announcement, gifts of the Magi and of God's provision to live in exile until it was safe to return home. This week, we look at the miracle of the message. The message of Christ's coming is a miracle to the hearer.
Psalm 136 says "Give Thanks to the Lord, His Love Endures forever." 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says "...give thanks in all circumstances for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus" Why are there 7 major words for praise and thanksgiving in the Bible? Why are there more than 140 mentions of the word thanks in His word? God knows both how important and beneficial gratitude is for us. Today we take a deeper look at the benefits of gratitude.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
In Ezekiel chapter 37 God told Ezekiel to prophecy to the wind so that breath would enter the dry bones. The Spirit of God is needed in every believer to bring life back to our dry bones. We are called to be both baptized in the spirit and be filled with the spirit. We are called to walk in power and walk in the fullness of the spirit.
Josue and Nancy Lemus and their son Carlos are our missionaries in Guatemala. Josue brings a report about the ministry and a message about All Saints Day. Have we asked God to only bless our travels? or have we also asked him to help us to travel well?
Our guest speaker today is our friend Pastor Zach Hafner. Zach always brings a solid word from God.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Moses asked Pharoah, when do you want this plague to end??? Tomorrow! Why wait until tomorrow? Receive today, step out in faith today.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Jesus calls his followers to make disciples, to walk in the spirit, to walk in power and more...in short, Jesus desires that His followers are effective. What makes A Christian effective. Abiding in Christ, prayer, reading and obeying the word, Being filled with the Spirit, living in community with other believers, humility and more. This series will delve into some of the habits that help make Christians effective in their lives.
Romans chapter 13 tells us to submit to the government, is sit ever acceptable to disobey "the laws" of the land? Pastor Mickey Hall tackles this subject in this message.
Hebrews 11 reminds us of the men and women of Faith in the Bible. God calls us all to walk in faith and be fully engaged in His objective in this world. Understanding our mission, and operating within the "rules of engagement" we will accomplish His mission for us.
Although all children of God have a life long calling, Mothers have a very special calling that changes in different seasons. This week we will take a look at some principles on how can we serve God in the different seasons of our lives.
Although all children of God have a life long calling, Mothers have a very special calling that changes in different seasons. This week we will take a look at some principles on how can we serve God in the different seasons of our lives.
Although all children of God have a life long calling, Mothers have a very special calling that changes in different seasons. This week we will take a look at some principles on how can we serve God in the different seasons of our lives.
The Lord Himself found the disciples as they were in their houses afraid. He said to them Peace! How do we receive the peace of the Lord? He wants us to have it.
The Lord Himself found the disciples as they were in their houses afraid. He said to them Peace! How do we receive the peace of the Lord? He wants us to have it.
God wants us to have Faith in Him, Focus on Him, Follow HIM, Fear Him and let Him be Lord of our FEELINGS.
God wants us to have Faith in Him, Focus on Him, Follow HIM, Fear Him and let Him be Lord of our FEELINGS.
God wants us to have Faith in Him, Focus on Him, Follow HIM, Fear Him and let Him be Lord of our FEELINGS.
Pastor Rob continues the series in Exodus helping us to know that in the midst of difficulties, crisis (like Covid 19) God is still among us. God calls us to trust Him.
Because of Covid 19 and peoples need to begin to self quarantine and with the presidents declaration of National Day of Prayer Pastor Rob speaks about how we should have faith and continue to be the body of Christ.
Pastor Mickey talks about Exodus 16 where God provided Manna but the people complained. Sometimes we need a new perspective, God's perspective. We need to seek God, worship him, look for and see God's glory.
Many hindrances will come upon you in your walk with God. We must constantly be aware of what is cutting in on our walk with God. Temptations come in to our lives. We give in to temptation when we are not strong. So get offended by your weakness and do something about it. If our vision is weak, hindrances come. Get a good vision of who Christ is and who we are in Christ.
Is God in my vision for the future? Where there is no vision the people perish. Include God in your vision by talking to Him regularly, by reading His Word every day. Live with purpose this year.
We have to bring all of our past to God. We have to bring our pain, our mistakes, our grief and allow God to help us learn and grow from it. We must invite God into every part and process of our lives. God is not afraid of the mess in our lives.
Today's Advent message is Joy. The Christmas story is filled with Joy. Joy when Jesus Christ came as a baby. We wait upon the eLord with Joyful confident expectation. We can have "joyful confident expectation" even in life's most difficult times.
God can give us peace in the midst of our trials. He does not necessarily remove the trials. The peace that the Lord Jesus Christ gives us is not the peace the world gives.
Josue Lemus gives an update on the Jeremiah Project. He shares the stories of several young people who have been in JP for a number of years.
The Advent season gives us time to prepare our hearts. Jesus is the reason for this season. Jesus came to give us hope.
Sometimes when we think we are being directed by God to do a thing, our circumstances actually get worse. So we find people we can blame for our problems. Perhaps God is taking us through a trial so we will grow and become closer to Him.
Moses protested to God. Who am I? They will not believe me. I am slow of speech. But God was determined to use Moses. We way to God, "Send someone else. I am inadequate." We are called to simple obedience. In faith we obey Him.
When we cry out, God hears us. Moses took a closer, deeper look at the burning bush. It was then that God appeared and spoke to Moses. We, like Moses, have all sorts of questions for God. Why me? Why not someone else? But God says, "I will be with you." That is all you and I need.
There are many people who do not want us to succeed in our walk with God. However, there are people who God brings to us who help and assist us on our journey. All of us need "Destiny Help Us" to connect us to our destiny. God chooses to use people.
We are are called to be different. The church of Jesus Christ is set apart from the world. We are in the world but not of the world. We are a peculiar people. Let's be Godly in this nation.
In order fo a person to be set free, someone has to trust God. All of us have had someone who trusted God for us. Human strength will not set a person free. Be the person who trusts God for someone else.
The real battle we face daily is a spiritual battle in our minds. Satan constantly uses psychological warfare against us. We are to take every thought captive and make it obedient to Christ.
Joseph was oft times afflicted but continually pressed into God to rise above the afflictions for the good of others.
Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking oversight willingly, of a ready mind, being examples to the flock. Strengthen the weak. Encourage and cause to prevail. Bring healing. Bind up the broken and broken-hearted. Seek those who have lost their way.
The Predicament: Our voluntary, common spiritual state of being influenced by the devil. The Remedy: God's act of mercy towards us, driven by God's great love for us has closed the gap between God and us. It is a great gift of God's grace. The Result: We are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works...that we should walk in them.
God will use everything and anything in our lives including our failures to get to where He wants us to be.
Jacob struggled with his faith. Jacob was a trickster and a deceiver. Jacob continued to dance around sin until God reminded him of the oath that Jacob made with God. God is at work in your life through your suffering to bring about change. How are you going to graduate from the school of suffering and trials?
Jacob barters with God. We cannot be like Jacob and bater with God. Just trust God. We may have to live with the consequences of our sins for a long time. God will be faithful and is faithful to us in regards to what he has promised.
Jacob struggled his way to faith in God, just like we do. We need to keep pressing into God. We need to keep seeking God. Some of us have taken promises from God and we seek them just for ourselves. We cannot be attempting to manipulate God or bargain with god.
My walk with God is more important than anything else. I will never leave Jesus no matter what the flesh demands, whispers or tries to deceive me with.
Abraham's life is chock full of life lessons for all of us. Abraham was living in a land whose people had beliefs that were completely contrary to Abraham's beliefs which is very much like the situation for all of us today. Just like Abraham, we need to be trustworthy in all things that God has given and entrusted to us.
The word Give is mentioned 2,152 times in the Bible. We give to be more like Jesus. Our giving draws us closer to God. We give as to the Lord.
Close to God part 2. Moving forward in our relationship with God is important as not moving forward often results in sliding backwards.
Part three of the You Are Here series is "Close to God." We should be moving, growing and getting closer to God. We should be recognizing things we can do to get moving, growing and getting closer to God. We should be recognizing pitfalls and attacks of the enemy.
We must know what we believe. Verify to know if is is God's word. Accept that His word is scriptural. Have the big picture of God. Actively live our beliefs.
Where you are in your Christian walk. Part 1 of 4. This sermon examines the position of those who are exploring or interested in a relationship with God.
Stand strong in the faith. Speak up in a Godly manner. Be courageous. Be a man of action. Do what is just. Love mercy. Walk humbly with the Lord.
Christians should always be in the state of being filled with the Holy Spirit. Empty yourself of the things of this world. Allow God to work in us. We are in THE Fellowship of Christianity.
Where ever we go, what ever we do, we do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus Christ. We are examples of Christianity all the time.
Remember the past truthfully. Learn from the past. Apply God's principals to our past. Build memorials to remember what God has done in our lives.
Dave Ogren recounts the story of Jesus and Lazarus. Responding to a call that Lazarus is ill, Jesus meets Bartimaeus and then Zacchaeus on his way to Bethany.
A Confirmation of your love for God. A Clarification of ownership. A Commitment to raise your children in a Godly manner. Claiming the promise of God's plan.
The multitude praising God as Jesus enters Jerusalem had a general idea of shat Jesus was all about. When Passover occurs the multitude has changed in realization of what Jesus claims are not the claims they want to hear. The multitude has thinned considerably by the time of Pentecost. They were waiting and praying for what they knew not. The Holy Spirit fell on them and filled them.
What is our criteria for loving, caring and judging people? Is it a Christ centered criteria? Do we recognize the times in which we live and its implications? Are we judging not by appearance but with righteous judgement? God will render to us according to our deeds. God's Word gets right to the truth/heart of the matter.
Abram hears God's command and obey. Abram worships the Lord. But Abram, like many of us, adds or subtracts to and from what God is telling us to do.There are consequences.
The Qualities of God's Call - Person to Person, From God Himself, Clear Direction, With a Powerful Promise, There will be Change.
God will bless your bread and water. God will take away sickness. You will be fruitful. He will fulfill your days. Be obedient to Him and serve Him.
It does not matter what other people think. Be faithful to God. Take your strength from God. Trust in God to guide us. Confess your sins to Him and He will forgive.
Blessed are those who: practice mercy, are pure in action and belief, assist other people to get connected with God, are persecuted for God's sake.
Do I need an attitude adjustment? Do we have a joy so deep that nothing can change it? Blessed is the one who has lost everything and still blesses the Lord. What do we hunger and thirst for?
The Journey of our Faith. When you live by God's principles, the majority of your decisions are already made.
An abundant life, a life beyond measure, is a life with eternal life, a life of peace, a life with God's provisions, a life with the fruit of the Spirit, and a life of unity with the Church.
God never reaches a limit with His love for us. He does not lose His patience with us. God never gets fed up with us. God loves us completely, unconditionally, and limitlessly.
We should have Faith that God works in our lives and the lives of believers around us in a mighty, miraculous way.
Not much peace in the world today. Jews awaited the arrival of the Messiah. Our world is full of sin and so no Godly peace.May the God of peace guard your heart and mind. Our question today is often, "What good can be seen in a particular situation?" God's peace can only be found in Jesus Christ and his message.
Christmas through history. First celebration of Christ's birth. Christ has always been in and a part of Christmas. Christmas is celebrated by many but only truly understood by those who have received Him. We can choose to make Christmas about Christ.
Jeremiah Project shares the hope of God as Josue and Nancy Lemus work with all the needs of people in Guatemala.
Make yourself right with God before you can pray earnestly. Sons and daughters of God have the standing to make requests of God. Prayer unleashes the power of our omnipotent God. Pray that the Word of god and His will be done in our lives. Pray earnestly, humbly, specifically, persistently, expectantly, and thankfully.
Thanksgiving should be part of our daily lives. God expresses himself to us in so many ways. Do we have perspective in our lives? "Try Thanksgiving" builds perspective into our lives.
Being more effective in the kingdom of God. Taking the shield of faith. Take the helmet of salvation. Praying always with prayer and supplication in the Spirit.
We live in a spiritual world. Satan is the cause of all evil. Satan is NOT God's opposite. We have direct access to God. We must use our direct access to Him.
Honor your mother and father so that you may enjoy a long life. Bring up your children in the training and instruction of the Lord. Obey your earthly masters with respect and sincerity of heart. Serve as if you were serving the Lord. There is no favoritism with God.
Pastor Rob continues his study of Ephesians. Today's message covers Ephesians 5:21 - 33.
God is always with us, even when we as believers are chasing sin, rebelling and fleeing from God, discouraged, and ready to give up. God does not flee from our sin. He hates our sins but continues to love us, the sinner. Wherever we go, we carry the blessings and presence of God. Build monuments of God's faithfulness in our lives.
The cross shows God at His best and humanity at its worst. Grace makes God personal where we need it most. We cannot lift ourselves out of the pit of sin but thanks be to God who stooped down to our level and provided a way of escape. There is not a day in our lives that we do not need God's grace. We are called to dispense grace.
We are living in evil days, unwise days, crazy times. We are to walk (live our lives) precisely, not as unwise but as wise. We are to take opportunities as they come to us and we are to redeem every opportunity.
We are not created to live in fear. God has given us a spirit of power, love and a sound mind. Fear must be bound in our lives. God can't do much in our lives when we are bound by fear. Because you have no power over a thing does not mean the battle is lost – It means that the battle is the Lord's.
Be imitators of God. Walk in Love. Let no one deceive you with vain/empty words. You were once in darkness but now you are light in the Lord. Find out what is acceptable to the Lord.
We are habitual beings. In Christ we need to put off the bad habits and put on new habits. In verses 25 - 29, Paul tells a bad habit to put off, a new habit to put on, and the reason why. We are not to grieve the Holy Spirit with lies, anger, stealing, and rotten speech. We are to be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another.
The unsaved have a futile walk, darkened understanding, alienated from the life of God, and a hardening of their hearts. Those who KNOW God are to put off the old man (manner of life), put on the new man, and be renewed in the spirit of their mind.
Your story is powerful and can make an impact in someone else's life. Your story is God's word in action in your life. God loves you as much as He loves me. If He can do this for me, He can do it for you.
Every believer has been given a spiritual gift. For unity in the body of Christ, spiritual gifts need to be used, equipped, and evident so we can serve the Lord for the edifying of the body of Christ.
Believers walk together in unity not uniformity. Believers keep unity by walking in humility with gentleness and patience.
We are prisoners of Jesus Christ, What are we a prisoner to? How then shall we live? God show me the grace you'd have me administer to others.
Our world is filled with walls, enmities, and divisions. The body of Christ lives in harmony through/in Christ.
Prayer for: Faith in the Lord, Love of the saints, Giving thanks, Spirit of wisdom, Revelation of the knowledge of God, The eyes of understanding will be enlightened, You may know the hope of His calling, the richness of the glory of His inheritance, the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe.
Dismiss the crowd of busyness that is taking God's place in our lives. Do what you do because you love God. God is pouring His love into our lives. The trap of busyness distracts us, deafens us to God's voice. More often we need to just be quiet a while and listen and know that He is God.
The Father extended grace. The Father didn't chase the prodigal. The Father had faith his son would return. The Father was looking for the prodigal's return. The Father had mercy and compassion for his son.
Additional blessings - Having made known to us the mystery of His will, We have obtained an inheritance, We are included, We are sealed with the Holy Spirit of Promise...unto the praise of His glory
Who has blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ that we should be holy and without blame. To the praise of the glory of His grace.
Introduction to Ephesians. Paul's epistle to the church in Ephesus (and Laodecia). Chapters 1 - 3: Who we are (our position) in Christ. God wants us to walk in His power.
But you shall receive power, the power of God living inside us through the Holy Spirit. That power is the Holy Spirit and it is for others. It is to impact the world to glorify God.
God will use us and whatever we have if we are willing and put ourselves into his hands. He has given us what we need. It is within us.
The Spirit wars against the flesh. The flesh wars against the Spirit. Which will win? The one we yield to, the one we feed more. We must walk in agreement with the Spirit.
It's not just about sharing the Gospel. It's about building relationships. Matthew Hastings shares a little about his recent trip to Costa Rica.
Spirit hovering, breath of God, presence of God, fire of God, conviction of God, spirit of intercession, clothes us, flows like streams of living water, counselor, comforter, promise to us, deposit of what is to come, spirit of wisdom and revelation, lives in us
A Divine Encounter - So great a cloud of witnesses is interceding with Jesus on our behalf right now in heaven. Acts 2:15 - 21, 2 Corinthians 12:1 - 4, Revelation 6: 9 - 11, Hebrews 12:1
Where are you in Jesus' Triumphal Entry? A spectator in the crowd? On the road with Jesus?
God wants to bring us to a higher place. Mark Johnson of Forerunner Ministry brought the message. Mark and Janalee led worship this morning.
Pastor Rob teaches from Ephesians 2: 1 - 10. We are God's poiema (workmanship). We are fearfully and wonderfully made. Jeremiah 1:5, Psalms 139:14, I Corinthians 12, Romans 12
Every believer has someone they look up to, someone who has made an impact in their spiritual life. As we mature, we need to have an impact in other peoples lives as well. We should grow up in our salvation, we should continue to mature not remaining on "milk". Todays message is an encouragement to maturity.
Romans 12 1-2 calls us to offer ourselves to God and to BE transformed by the renewing of our minds. We are not called to transform ourselves, it is a work of the Holy Spirit in our lives as we rest in Him and allow Him to work in and through us. Prayer, the word and meditation allow us to BE in His presence, cause our minds to be renewed resulting in a transformed life.
Does God care about what I am doing? Does he want to speak to me? Pastor Mickey Hall answers that questions as he challenges us to learn to listen and obey God to learn what God's priorities are.
Discover who our adversary is and where he came from. God gave His people authority over the enemy yet tells us to be alert and sober minded. Satan and his demonic forces are crafty and powerful, but with God's armor, we can stand against him.
As Christians, we face persecution and will suffer. As we suffer for our faith and walk as Christians, we share in Christ's suffering and the glory of God rests upon us according to scriptures. We are encouraged to continue to press on and serve God no matter what the circumstances are. God's glory will rest upon us and we will share in the results of Christ's suffering...forgiveness of sins, redemption, and life everlasting.
God has given each and every one a gift, and each of us is supposed to serve God and each other with that gift.
In 1 Peter 3:8 we look at 5 traits that God wants His church to walk in Be of One Mind Be sympathetic Have Brotherly Love Be Tenderhearted Be Humble
Do not repay evil for evil nor slander for slander, instead, we are called to speak blessing over people and God will speak blessing over us.
In this message we take a look at God's calling to submit to others. Whatever situation we live in, God desires that we remember that Jesus Christ set an example on how to live in this world. Whether we suffer, or even in extreme situations such as slavery, we are called to live our lives "unto the Lord".
Guest Speaker, Tony Cervero, preaches about Sin, our sinful nature, and our spiritual nature.
The first century church was birthed by disciples who cared for one another, met from house to house, encouraged, loved and prayed for one another. Let us continue on with that legacy of ministering to one another. We are called to serve one another.
Our salvation, bought and paid for by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ gives us reason to give praise and worship to God. Our inheritance is not this world, our inheritance is kept in heaven by God.
As we prepare to celebrate the first coming of Jesus Christ, we celebrate God's love for us, we commit afresh to our love for God and we remember to truly love one another.
This week, the snow storm on Saturday brought us a beautiful gift. Pastor Jay Amina Sr. and his family from Waianae, Hawaii were snowed in here at BBCC. They ministered to us in the Sunday morning celebration service. The video for a portion of the service is provided here.
Conflict abounds, how do we handle it? Even Paul and Barnabas had conflict resulting in their parting company. However the gospel continued to be preached and the church was not damaged. Learn how we can handle conflict and see the Lord work miracles in our relationships and lives.
Under extremely difficult circumstances, the gospel advanced through the ministry of Paul and Barnabas. Today, regardless of the difficulties, the gospel still needs to be spread...to every creature.
Pastor Mike Erickson gives 10 ways to live for God and not follow the depravity of the culture at large.
Hear it, read it, study it, memorize it, and meditate on the Word Full of the Spirit of God Be available Walk in the gifts
What role does the Holy Spirit play in the lives of believers today? Matthew Hastings takes us into an in depth study.
Trusting God especially when we feel fear. Make a decision and follow God, He will assure you of the right path.
We need each other to follow God. We should have people we hold on to as great examples of who God is and at the same time live like there are others holding on to us in the same way. Along with having boldness akin to the Boldness of preaching shown in Acts chapter 3.
Similar to the time of the birth of the Church we need to repent and live a life of hope that would be so filled with who God is that we would pour it out to the family and friends around us.
He is risen! Today is Easter, this is the time to celebrate His victory! Though we need to remember we can not trust everything we see in the tabloids and the internet. We need to seek the truth about Christ and the Bible in the Bible.
Who is the Holy Spirit? Pastor Rob teaching about the Holy Spirit, why we should be asking who is the Holy Spirit instead of what is the Holy Spirit.
Listen to Aaron De La Borda as he speaks on how we should love those around us and why.
Were Jesus' last words to his disciples important? What did the disciples believe Jesus was going to do after His resurrection? How can we accomplish Jesus' last commands to us as His church? Todays message answers these important question as we continue the study in the book of Acts.
Christian life is not to be static. God desires that we each continue to grow and to bear fruit. In this message Pastor Rob gives 7 Habits that will help every Christian to continue in their journey growing "One Step Closer to Jesus"
Pastor Jeff encourages us to run the race set before us. Along the way we receive help, and we help others. That is Christ's way
How do we choose to serve the Lord? Pastor Rob gives a few points to help us choose to follow the Lord and continue the journey.
Today we prayed for Norm and Susan Stoppenbrink as they leave for Ohio. I'm sorry if it sounds like they are underwater at some points.
Pastor Rob discusses what it means in Joshua 22:5 to love God, walk in His ways, keep His commands and to serve Him with ALL of our Heart and Soul
In this study of Joshua 21 we find a parallel between the levites and God's desire for His church today. How does God want us to live? Listen in on this message in the book of Joshua
Is God just? How can He kill people in the OT? Pastor Rob talks about this difficult topic of God's love and anger, His judgment against sin and His utter holiness.
In this study through the book of Joshua, we find that Joshua doesn't seek the Lord and Israel finds itself being defeated. God wants us to seek Him for everything. He cares for us and has a plan for our life.
God calls us to "be separate" to "be holy as He is holy" to go and "sin no more". How can we accomplish that? What does that mean? Can a Christian live in sin and still be "saved"? A better question is "should a Christian live in sin?" The obvious answer is "NO". Pastor Rob takes us on a scriptural journey through this topic in this message titled "God Is Holy"
Robert Parlee and Corey Ward Tag team this message about Sin's consequence and God's Grace. Robert's Message is first, Corey's message begins at 28:50
In This study of Joshua chapter 5, Joshua comes face to face with "the captain of the Lord's army" and is confronted with the question. Will we conquer Jericho my way or God's way. God has a plan for our lives, will we walk in His plan or our own?
The children of Israel have crossed the Jordan, they have set up a memorial to the Lord, what now? Time to get circumcised! Time to trust in God as they heal. Todays message focuses on the spiritual reason for circumcision.
Pastor Floyd guest shares on how ever since the fall of man, we have dealt with a deadly shame. Explaining how it affects even those around us, he gives us the steps to overcome that shame and how we need to turn to the Holy Spirit for release.
Will we cross over? Will we leave the wilderness? Are we willing to follow God, to separate ourselves to the Lord? God will go before us, He will strengthen us. Follow the Lord, meditate on His word day and night.
In this study of Joshua chapter 2 we discover that God can not only use anyone, He can forgive anyone.
Joshua led the children into the promised land. What is the promised land? It is both heaven and the Christian life today. How do we live in the promised land? By faith and obedience.
the children of Israel came out of Egypt and headed for the Promised Land, but they were a people who were disobedient and fearful. Because of this they lived out their consequences. the story of Joshua is the story of a new generation. a people called to be strong and courageous, a people called to obedience to the Lord. God has a future for His people, He call us to to be strong and courageous to walk in obedience and faith, then we will be prosperous and successful.
In the first message through the book of Joshua, Pastor Rob talks about the power of choice. It is up to us to choose to follow God.
Pastor Rob talks about John 21 Jesus asks Peter "Do You Love Me?" What would our answer be? what kind of relationship do we have with Jesus?
Jesus paid the incredible price for our sins. because of that, we are forgiven. What are we supposed to do with that forgiveness?
This Palm Sunday Pastor Rob talks about King Jesus. Christ the King wants to give us Peace, Life, deliverance, hope. How do we receive this? It's a gift to be received when we die to ourselves, follow Christ and serve Him.
From John 15, we discover the different stages of a Christians life in bearing fruit and the "secret" to bearing much fruit.
What is a disciple? Pastor Emeritus Jeff Tunnell invites us on a journey to define this at times vague and nebulous topic in order to help us answer the question "Am I a disciple.
As we continue to grow "One Step Closer to Jesus" one area that all of us struggle in is controlling our tongue. In this message Pastor Rob teaches on the importance of allowing Christ to have control of every area especially our speech.
We are instructed to make disciples, what is a disciple, how does one become a disciple? On of the most important parts of "being a disciple" is spending time with Jesus. We need to be close to our Lord. This message encourages us in our personal time with Jesus.
God reaches out to us, aren't you glad it's not up to us. Jesus didn't build walls between himself and sinners, he was called friend of sinners.
During this special message by Pastor Floyd Evers, people from congregation read scriptures and share testimonies
Christmas is the season of Love, but whose? As we receive and understand the Father's love for us, we are able to love. Love God, Love one another and love the lost.
Jesus said we would do "greater works" than Him. What does this mean? The Holy Spirit has come to indwell, and to give the believer life abundant.
Mark Johnson talks about reviving our hearts and relationship with God. Revival is when The Lord shows youwhat He is really like. You Revive Me by Christy Nockels http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sziX4XkNW9Y You revive me You revive me Lord And all my deserts are rivers of joy You are the treasure I could not afford So I'll spend myself till I'm empty and poor All for You You revive me Lord
Navigating the culture and time is impossible apart from Christ. Whatever may happen, Jesus is The Way, The Truth and The Life.
Pastor Rob shares about how Jesus showed us how much He loves us by washing our feet. We may sin, but he is ready to forgive us and cleanse us from our sin. Because we have been loved, we ought to love and serve those around us.
Pastor Jeff relates the story of Amos warning Israel to prepare for their day of judgement for their lack of following God. Presenting how we need to listen to the Lord's calling for our repentance and prepare for the days ahead. All the while seeking to follow His commands to us and to not fall asleep.
When Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, Lazarus gained a new testimony. Our testimony is important, it is powerful. Our decisions shape it, for good or for bad. How do we gain and maintain a good testimony?
Pastor Rob helps us to imagine what Heaven is like. As we see Heaven the way God wants us to see it, our hope will grow.
The names that you have been given don't define you. God sees you as wonderful and victorious. You are part of the glorious church of Jesus Christ. I will build my church and the gates of hell will not prevail against her.
Pastor Rob helps us to understand the connection between the Jewish wedding ceremony and the Marriage of the Lamb.
Pastor Rob talks about the troubles facing the world today, and then he discusses Evangelical views about the "end times," the rapture, and the tribulation.
Where is heaven? Will we have bodies in Heaven? Pastor Rob continues to challenge some conventional ideas about Heaven as he discusses the difference between the the present heaven and our final destination of the New Heaven and New Earth.
Pastor Rob shares how we as the body of Christ have lost sight of our lives from an eternal perspective. In this sermon he shows how even a small glimpse of our heavenly home with God is overwhelming, and how we can shift our focus onto our next, eternal, home.
From John 11:25 Pastor Rob begins a series about Heaven. Our hope is not found on Earth, but in the hope that we will someday be forever with Jesus.
Pastor Rob describes three churches in Mexico: Centro Familiar Cristiana Texcoco, Cuatro Vientos, and Iglesia El Salvador Cuevas. He also talks about some of his experiences in Mexico, and about his gratitude for everyone who serves in a church.
First, Pastor Floyd explains that our view of Jesus might be limited. For example, the friends of Lazarus never imagined that Jesus would raise Lazarus from the dead. Then Floyd explains that history revolves around Jesus, and that when we try to take Jesus out of the picture, we get spiritual and moral decay.
Pastor Jeff Tunnell walks through John chapter 10 and Psalm 23 explaining how God in Christ is our Good shepherd.
Pastor Rob gives advice about how a man can be a good father, even when fatherhood is hard. A FATHER should: have F aith take A ction be T emperate ask for H elp be E ngaging take R esponsibility
Pastor Rob gives a brief overview of Acts 2 the day of Pentecost and a short history of the Pentecostal movement throughout the world beginning in 1901.
John 8:31-32 states "If you abide in my word you are my disciples indeed, and you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free" Freedom in Christ comes after being set free from the world, set free from sin and willingly, becoming a bondservant to Jesus. Abiding in Christ.
Pastor Rob explains that a Christian's job is not to judge or condemn people; a Christian's job is to restore people and show them how to follow the light of Jesus, the Holy Spirit will then convict people of their sin.
Pastor Rob reads 1 Kings 3:16-28, and then discusses the love, sacrifices, and hardships of motherhood, the wisdom that comes from God, and God's love and forgiveness.
In this study of John 7:1-31 Pastor Rob shows that Jesus is the only way. Life is not found in obeying the law, but in knowing Christ.
Most people are looking for something in their lives, whether they're looking for tangible things like money, or intangible things. Pastor Rob explains that God does what's best for us, but He doesn't always give us what we want. Instead, He gives us eternal life and the fruits described in Galatians 5:22-23.
Pastor Jeff explains that we need revelation in order to understand the information we have about Jesus. He also explains what Jesus did during the week before His last Passover. Jeff emphasizes the relationships Jesus had with His friends, discussing Jesus' dinner party with Mary, Martha, Lazarus, and Simon.
Jesus calls each of us. First he brings healing and forgiveness, then He calls us to rise and walk.
Pastor Rob talks about the woman at the well and shows how there is always hope in Jesus.
God calls us to follow Him, that call comes with a price. The price? come and die, die to self. Our "self" is at odds with the spirit and the spirit calls us to surrender, to trade in what self wants for what the Spirit wants. What is the Lord calling you to trade?
Pastor Rob tells the story of Nicodemus, who talked to Jesus at night (in secret). Nicodemus learned about what is really needed to enter the kingdom of God. Later when Jesus died, Nicodemus made his faith known publicly.
Pastor Jeff discusses Romans 7:14-8:14. He explains that you are in a war against your sinful nature. If you live with faith in Jesus, then the Holy Spirit will come and destroy your sinful nature.
from John 2 we learn that it is for us to trust God, to rely on Him, to commit our way to Him. He did not come to help us do life our way, but for us to trust Him to lead us into His way.
Pastor Rob continues the series through the book of John with this sermon based on John 2:1-12 Jesus turns water into wine. What is the purpose of this sign? to manifest God's glory.
Guest Speaker/urban Missionary Mark Johnson, from Forerunner Ministries, explains that each person has a calling, and the most important calling is this: be with God.
Pastor Rob finishes his discussion of John chapter 1. He explains several different types of people: those who are humble and devoted like John the baptist, those who are skeptical, those who have faith like Andrew and Philip, and those who are reckless like Peter.
Tim Schmidt brings a message on the pitfalls of bitterness and the power of forgiveness
Pastor Rob begins by comparing John 1 with Genesis 1. Then he compares light with life, and explains that Jesus brought both light and everlasting life.
Pastor Rob introduces the disciple John, his background, and his gospel. Then he discusses the things that John emphasized: the deity of Christ, and the promise of eternal life.
Join us this morning as Pastor Rob asks us the question:Did you get what you wanted for Christmas?
Thank you for joining us this fourth morning of the advent season. Today we are only two days away from celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior. This morning we reflect on the illumination of the world during such a dark time in history. Join us for this uplifting message of hope, and peace, and love and joy.
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Big Bear Christian Center welcomes Josue and Nancy Lemus, who serve in Guatemala with World Outreach Ministries. They explain that church has always served a higher purpose: to have a relationship with God, and to bless all nations.
Pastor Rob starts with the history of Christmas as a holiday. Then he tells us how Christmas should remind us about Jesus, about hope, and about love.
This morning we are honored to have Pastor Emeritus Jeff Tunnell share a message that is sure to challenge us on our theology and practice of the Word of God.
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This morning we are excited to have Susan Stoppenbrink Director of Academic Advisement at Kings University in Van Nuys, CA. We invite you to join us this morning and receive this timely word and encouragement in the Word of God toward thankfulness and wholeness. Additional Scriptures reverenced: 1Thess 5:18 / Romans 8:28
Pastor Rob describes the 9 different types of people found in John chapter 6. They were at different points in their spiritual journey. Some were ready to accept Jesus' difficult lessons, and others weren't.
Pastor Rob tells us why it's important for us to be in a community and love other people. The church also welcomes two new members, Denese and Douglas.
Join us as Pastor Rob & Ed tag team the message this morning on having a God View. Be sure to stick around towards the end for some important information on what going on at Big Bear Christian Center.
Join us as we listen to guest Dennis Sprik, from the ministry Hands of the Potter. He compares a Christian's life and spiritual transformation to the process of making pottery.
Pastor Jeff explains that Jesus is the One and that He will never leave us. We always fail Him, but He still wants a relationship with us.
Join us this morning as Dr. & Author Leah Coulter, professor at Kings University in Van Nuys California, and former Vineyard pastor in Oxnard, California ministers to us about God's Covenantal Nature. Through a meta-narrative approach we will see that God's plan for us, His creation, goes beyond just us fulfilling a "purpose". We invite you to listen in with us as Dr. Coulter takes up to the "Mountain Top" of Scripture.
The parable of the good Samaritan has shaped hospitals around the world. However, when we review the story with that we have heard a million times with Pastor Jeff we see that we need this parable to move from our mind to our heart with a response through our spirit. Join us this morning as Pastor Jeff helps us to receive this nugget of truth that we all need to be reminded of. Sermon's notes and/or the Life Group facilitation guide is available from the message for you to follow along with in either your personal study time or in facilitating a Life Group. Just click on the Life Group Tree on the bottom or our web page->Life Group Leaders->Life Group Facilitation Guide.
Pastor Rob explains what Christian love is and why it's important. Christians should be distinguished by their love, not just their bumper stickers.
Pastor Rob continues talking about how to draw closer to Jesus. God wants to give you peace, listen to you, talk to you, and be with you.
Pastor Rob explains what it means to get closer to Jesus, and why we want to do so. It's a lifelong journey, not a destination; and we do it because Jesus gives us a peace that the world can't give.
In today's world where social media seems to be taking over real life we can find ourselves in some of the most lonely places. This seems like a contradiction in sociological terms but today Pastor Ed Breyer of Illuminate Youth helps us to see that loneliness, no matter what the influence or circumstance can be defeated by having at least two things in place. Join us as we receive this thought provoking word.
Pastor Rob talks about each individual mentioned in Colossians 4:7-18. Some individuals were in the spotlight, some weren't, but all were important and valuable to the ministry.
Pastor Rob explains Colossians 4:2-6 to help us live wisely. Pray passionately and continuously, be watchful, and let your words and actions be filled with grace.
Pastor Rob explains Colossians 3:18-4:1. He shows us how to have love, order, and structure, instead of chaos, in our families and businesses.
Pastor Jeff talks about the ways your life was changed after you became a Christian. God transformed you and chose you to represent His nature. "Everything is spiritual if you are."
Women often believe lies about themselves, but Pastor Rob shows the truth in the Bible. Other people may have told you that you're worthless, but God says that you're valuable.
We are very excited to have Missionary/Evangelist & Author; Jason Frenn (http://www.jasonfrenn.com/ speaker on Hour of Power http://www.hourofpower.org/) ministering to us this morning to kick off the Revival meetings being held between the area of First Baptist Church and Summit Christian Fellowship all this week. July 7-13 @6:30 every night. Join us this morning as Jason gives us part 2 of his message he gave us last year. We invite you to listen in now.
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Today we continue on our series through the book of Colossians by starting a mini-series, within a series, on the values and principles of the Christian Family. You'll also want to join this morning as Pastor Rob, lets you in on how to access our huge library of online video and Bible resources to help augment, not replace, your spiritual walk with the Lord. Additional Scriptures Referenced: Proverbs 18:10 / Psalm 119:25-32 / Isaiah 61 / Romans 3:23 / Psalm 62
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Join us this morning as Dave Ogren from Great Commission Media Ministries exhorts us with a fresh message for fathers. Find out more about Dave Ogren and his ministry at http://www.gcmediaministries.org.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Romans 12:3-7
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Dave Ogren from Great Commission Media Ministries shares about the ministry and its impact in the former Soviet Union and in the Middle East Find out more about Dave Ogren and his ministry at http://www.gcmediaministries.org.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Romans 12:3-7
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Dave Ogren from Great Commission Media Ministries gives a special message to the leaders and those in attendance. Join us for this uplifting word.
This morning we explore the characteristics and behaviors that resonates from the regenerative believer. Join us as our Youth Pastor, Ed Breyer brings us this dynamic message and encourages us to develop the these qualities that Paul gives us in part 11 of our series through the book of Colossians.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 1Peter 2:9&10 / John 13:35 / Hebrews 12:14, Romans 14:19, Ephesians 4:3 / Ephesians 2:9 / John 3:16 / Romans 10:9 / Acts 16:25 / Philippians 2:12 / 2 Corinthians 5:20 / Matthew 5:16 / 1 Peter 2:12
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Where does your strength come from? As we go through the book of Colossians we have seen that we are Alive In Christ. If we are alive in Christ then we need to draw our fulfillment from Him. In part 10 of our series through the book of Colossians we invite you to join us as Pastor Rob helps us to see that we don't need to seek the things the world offers to find our satisfaction and contentment.
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We invite you to join us on this Mother's Day as we celebrate The impact mom's make in our lives and the seasons of Motherhood.
Join us for part 7 of our series in the book of Colossians as Pastor Rob shares with us the amazing benefits that are available to us because of our union with God.
ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURES REFFERANCED: 2 Corinthians 3:9 & 2:14
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Pastor Rob takes us in to part 6 of our series in the book of Colossians by helping us to understand the blessings that come from having a firm and Godly understanding of who He is.
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We face things in life at times that make it difficult to follow Christ. When reflecting on what James said in James 1:2&3 "count it all joy when you face trials of all kinds", we can assume that these things will come at some time or another. The question is how will we get through these times? How do we obtain this joy and what benefit does it lend to our circumstances? In examination we find that service during these times can reap great rewards. We invite you to join us as Pastor Jeff wraps up chapter one of our series through the book of Colossians.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 2 Timothy 1:9-12 & 2:1-13 / John 16:33 / Ephesians 3:1-21 & 2:14-22
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We invite you to join us as we continue on our series in the book of Colossians Pastor Rob shows us 6 images of the essence of God in Jesus Christ.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Genesis 1:1 & 27 & 48:14&15 / Psalms 51:5 & 89:27-29 / Luke 2:7 / 1 Cor.10 / Romans 13:1 / John 19:11 / Hebrews 1:1-3
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Today we celebrate our risen Lord. On this Easter Sunday we invite you to celebrate with us as Pastor Rob presents the real life story of the resurrection and challenges us to see what role we play in conjunction to the people presented in the gospels.
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Sometimes, in life we feel like there is something missing. As a result we try to fill it with religion and material possessions and we danger on the edge of envy and jealousness. According to scripture we come to the conclusion that everything we need is complete in Christ because he dwells within us. So how do we dismiss this emotion of being unfulfilled? Join us this morning as Pastor Rob address this as we continue on our series in Colossians.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 4:1 / Romans 16:2, 12:1 / 1 Thessalonians 2:12, 4:1/ John 12:24, 15:5&6, 16 / Proverbs 16:32
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Today we are privileged to have Pastor Aaron De La Borda with us again before he heads back to Mexico. Join us as we celebrate the One who unifies us by His grace and loves us despite who and how we are.
Today we are blessed to have Pastor Aaron De La Borda from Mexico share with us a challenging message. Join us as we hear that when we are in the presence of God we cannot help but be changed. We come together as believers in Christ on Sundays to sing and hear the Word of God. But there is a significant difference between being a believer and a disciple. Knowing this makes it obvious where we should be. So where do we go from there? We invite you to listen in for the answer...
Today we start a series in the book of Colossians. Join us as Pastor Rob takes us on a journey through the times and current events of the day when this book was written and see how it applies to our culture today. A popular term today amongst pluralists and atheists alike is the term "Coexist". It may be surprising to you to know that it's not a new perspective and it cannot work in the meaning of which it exists today. The church in Colossi had a similar problems. Let's start this journey together as we explore this Word together.
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Do you ever feel like you are being tested only to wonder to what end? It is inevitable, in life, to go through times that will take us to the very edge of failure. Why would a loving God allow such a moment to occur? Well, there is an "edge" and the answer may seem surprisingly familiar yet so hard to comprehend in our existence here on earth. We invite you this morning to join us as Pastor Jeff gives us a message to encourage us during those times.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: John 1:1 & 14 / Hebrews 11:1 / 1 Corinthians 8:1-3 / 2 Timothy 3:16 / Psalm 19:11 Proverbs 30:5&6 / Revelation 12:11 /
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This week is Marriage Week, not to mention, GUYS that it's Valentine's day this Thursday. Sometimes we go to God with a filter of what marriage looks like and we begin to petition Him through our perspectives. But what kind of emphasis does the God put on the holy union of marriage? What should it look like and what benefits are there when a marriage is formed and even TRANSFORMED into the righteousness God desires in your relationship. Join us for this humorous yet challenging message to pursue a godly marriage.
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When you go to the Word of God to spend time with him do you find that you have an agenda or do you in to those times just to get to know His nature and spend time with Him. Neither is wrong but our walk will reflect how we spend our time with Him. Join us as we are challenged to get One Step Closer To Jesus by seeking His correction, instruction and care as we pursue a closer walk with Him.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Hebrews 12:1-2 / Philippians 3:10 / Jeremiah 9:23 / Psalms 25:4-5
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Question: Where are you on your spiritual journey? This may seem like somewhat of a rudimentary question, but the reality is, no matter where you are in your Christian life, we need to allow God to stretch us in order to let Him shape and form our character so that everything we do is about him and gets us closer to our Savior. Join us today as we are challenged to do what it takes to move "One Step Closer to Jesus".
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We are very excited this morning to have Wellspring Church of Moreno Valley with us this morning. We invite you as well to join us in our time together as we focus on the Lord and hear encourage words from our Pastors, Eric Glover (Moreno Valley) and Pastor Rob (Big Bear). Additional Scriptures Referenced: Zephaniah 3:17 / Eph 2:10
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Today we look at another way that our Father God shows us His love for us. Join us Pastor Rob helps us to see how we represent what God's love is to the world, without being "fake", and to one another in the Body of Christ.
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This morning Pastor Rob continues on the topic of the Father's Heart. Unfortunately, last week's message was met with some technical difficulties and we were unable to give you a recording of it. Today, however, you will be delighted to join us as we dig into this intimate subject.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 6:9 /
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Join us this Sunday before Christmas as Nancy & Josue Lemus from the Jeremiah Project in Guatemala share a challenging yet inspiring Christmas story about Joseph's response to information he received about Jesus' comming.
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In light of the recent attack on the school in Connecticut; Pastor Rob helps us explore the Hope, Faith, Joy, Peace and Love that we have in the midst of this horrific event, during this Christmas season. If there is ever was a time people need to see the hope of Christmas it's now. Join us as we pray, grieve and explore this current event together.
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Join us today as we look at the life of Zacharias. What must it have been like to be the first person to hear the word of the Lord after nearly 400 years of silence? We encourage you to listen in as Pastor Rob presents to us a funny but very insightful way to apply this passage of scripture to our lives.
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Join us as we celebrate the third and final day of our Encounter Weekend. Today we will hear testimonies of those who encountered Jesus and His touch as well as wrap it up with emphasizing our purpose and vision at Big Bear Christian Center.
Today, Pastor Rob brings us a message that helps us see the duty of thanksgiving as it is exemplified in the life of Paul.
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When we have an encounter with God we cannot help but see that all aspects of our life start to change. Be encouraged this morning as we are challenged through the lives of Peter, Paul and Mary to seek opportunities to meet with Him.
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Pastor Rob compares being in God's army to military service in this Veteran's Day message. Enlist Train Know Your "Stuff" Weapon, Defenses, Commander, Enemy Be Faithful!
Continuing on in our series on having a grace bias worldview Pastor Jeff takes us on a spiritual journey to understanding how this works in our relationships and community.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: John 1:16&17
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In today's world where truth is watered down and everything is relative; we are faced with the moral decline of our nation and the culture around us. What do we do when the principles and morals the govern our Christian faith seem to be despised and rejected in an ever growing culture that has itself made a set of moral and ethical laws that fly in the face of what we believe? Join us as our guest, Floyd Evers, encourages us to stand our ground and believe that the grace our God has shown us should be extended to those around us.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Acts 9 / 2 Corinthians 5:17 / Philippians 1:21
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We are "walking hope" because Christ is in us and HE is the hope of Glory. Pastor Rob's message is sure to bring a smile to your face as we are encouraged to find our treasure and stability in our Lord.
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After a review of Pastor Rob's recent trip to Guatemala; Pastor Rob takes us on a journey to a new understanding a twist on a somewhat old and maybe even cliché acronym. Join us as we experience this new term sure to catch on and become the next cliché of the future. Ok...maybe not. We are glad you have come to hear today's message. Let's listen in...
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Hebrews 12:2 / Philippians 4:6&7
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Everything that comes into our lives needs to be filtered. The question is, "What are we using to filter out the information that we are receiving?" Join us this morning as our guest, Pastor Floyd Evers, shares with us the importance having the right "Truth" answer, to this question.
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We invite you to join us today as Pastor Rob brings us a message of hope and peace in our faithful Lord and Savior.
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We apologize for the 3 minutes of poor audio as we start off the recording... Today Pastor Jeff shares encourage us in the values of “life together” in His kingdom. Here we are reminded and challenged to, instruct, and equip the body of Christ to accept the biblical norms over the dictates of the western culture of independence and individualism. Join us as we are admonished to practice these Kingdom principles.
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You can overcome and be victorious because he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. You have hope and purpose in the midst of you trials. We encourage you to listen in this morning as Pastor Rob exhorts us in the Word of God.
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God wants us to live in victoriously. But we don't live in it all the time. We can't ever achieve sinlessness in our lives but we can experience victory over the things in our lives that come against us and cause us to stumble or live defeated. Why, if we have the power and authority over the Devil, do we live like we are defeated? What lies do we believe that cause us to live this way? Join us this morning and be encouraged as Pastor Rob helps us to see the amazing power we have in Christ to live above schemes of the enemy.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: John 10:10 / Ephesians 6:10-18, 5:26 / Colossians 2:10, 3:3 / Psalms 34:10 / Romans 12:2 / Hebrews 4:12 / John 6
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Who are you? What has he done in you? What has God declared to be true about you? Going off of our time together last week we look further into how important our identity in Christ really is. We invite you to join us as we dig in deeper into what we look like as redeemed followers of Christ.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 1Corinthinas 6:9-11, 12:27 / Micah 7:19 / Psalm 103 / Jeremiah 15:20 & 21, 29:11 / Hebrews 10 / 2Thess. 2:13, 5: 23 / Romans 12:2, 5:1, 8:1, 38 & 39 / 2Corinthians 10:4-6, 5:17 / Colossians 2:10, 3:3 / Ephesians 1:5, 2:6 & 10 / John 15:1 & 5 / Philippians 3:20 / Hebrews 4:12
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Who are you? If someone was to ask you this question, how would you answer it? A typical answer would be to just to say your name or to answer with what you do for a living. But when we explore the undertone of this question we begin to see that it's answer should be so much more than a standard cliché. in order to understand the depth of our answer we need to know WHO GOD IS. Join us as we explore and experience the answer to these two questions over the next few weeks.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: John 17:3 / 1 John 5:20 / Exodus 1:1, 34: / Isaiah 40:25-28 / John 4:24 / Matthew 5:48 / 1 John 4:8 / Malachi 3:6 / Psalm 139 / Jeremiah 32:17-19 /
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This morning Pastor Rob encourages us to listen to that still small voice of God.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Romans 12:3 / Jude 20 / 2 Corinthians 10:15 / 2 Kings 6:17
WOW...today we end our 18 part series on "the Core" with the final topic today being Multiplication. Join us as Pastor Rob encourages and challenges us to go all the way through the core values of Big Bear Christian Center to see what the natural result will be in your life.
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Jesus called us the light of the world. In like regard, He also correlates our lives to salt. These can seem like unusual metaphors for our Christianity but as we explore deeper into these illustration we will see how God can use us as a major tool for his Kingdom purposes. Join us as Pastor Rob draws from his past experience and testimony to illustrate these points.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: John 4:1-4 & 7:37 / Jeremiah 2:13
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After Pastor Rob & Jeff give us an amazing report of their trip to Mexico Pastor Jeff brings to us an encouraging message on how to live an abundant and fulfilled life as a Christian.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Romans 8:28-30 / 2 Corinthians 5:17-18 /
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Why don't we see the hand of God moving across our nation today? Why does he move in other nations but tends to lag in ours? Today we are honored to have the keynote speaker for the Tent Meetings this week. Join us this morning and be encouraged, challenged and charged as we receive God's word for us today.
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We are delighted this morning to have Linton Whaley bring the Word of the Lord this morning as Pastor Rob and Jeff are away in Mexico ministering to the church pastors and leaders, of Pastor Aaron De La Borda's church in Quatro Vientos. Join us as we are encouraged to bring Jesus not only into the center of church activities but our everyday lives as well and in doing so we will see the mighty hand of God in our midst's.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 6 / Psalm 37, 34, 119 / Luke 10:38-42 / Philippians 4:12 & 19 / Hebrews 11 / 2Timothy 2:1&2 /
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As we start our next topic on our series called THE CORE Pastor Rob speaks with us about the heart and character of God. Join us as we start our series on Evangelism.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Deuteronomy 9:13 / Genesis 1-3 / Philippians 2:1-11 / 2Corinthians 5:12-21 /
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Men, and women alike, be encouraged and go forward from this message charged with a level of tenacity that you may been missing for a long time. Drawing from the life of David, Pastor Rob bring us this encouraging Father's Day message.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 1 Chronicles 13:1-14 / 1 Corinthians 6:20 / Psalm 121 /
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Today Pastor Rob brings us to a close on our topic of "Community" in our series on "THE CORE". Join us as we talk about the things that hinder the value of community.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 7:1 / John 14:15&16b / 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 /•Ephesians 4:3-13 / Colossians 3:15 / 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 / Galatians 5:19-21 & 6:2 /
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This morning Pastor Floyd Evers gives us a new look on this topic of COMMUNITY. Join us as we receive this word today.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Exodus 30:25 Genesis 3:1-7
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This Memorial Day Sunday we reflect on the heros that are fighting, have fought and or died for our country. Today Pastor Rob also starts us off on our next section on our series called the Core called "Community". An important of any person's life. Join us as we explore this topic over the course of the next few weeks.
A couple of weeks ago the President of the United States of America made a public statement regarding his stance on a moral issue based on scripture. The problem was that the scripture was miss represented. As we move forward into the future it will be harder and harder to know when things like this happen and we will be susceptible to accepting these views unless we move forward in our spiritual growth and have a better understanding of the Gospel and the meta-narrative of God in His written Word. Join us as Pastor Rob presents a strong case for standing on the truth found in scripture.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Romans 3:23 & 10:9&10 / 1John 1:9 / John 15:18-27 /
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For Mother's day we celebrate the MOM in your life. Join us for this encouraging time and be blessed as we celebrate together.
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Today Pastor Jeff takes us to part two of our topic of Spiritual Growth as we continue on in our series on "the Core" which is based off of our Life Group Vision Statement.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: John 3:3-7 / 2 Timothy 2:15 / Ephesians 4:11-16
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This morning we start on our next step on our series called THE CORE. Today we approach Spiritual Growth. (At the core of Big Bear Christian Center are Life Groups of 3-15 people that meet weekly throughout Big Bear Valley. Empowered by the Holy Spirit through prayer, their purpose is to make disciples through spiritual growth, community, and evangelism, resulting in group multiplication) This topic of Spiritual Growth is HUGE. The amount of references on this topic is immense. So where do we start? Join Pastor Rob as we embark on this spiritual journey and he shows us some good places to start where you're at.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 2Peter 1:3 / Ephesians 4:15 / Psalm 42:1-2a & 34:1-3 & 8, 61:1&2 , 63:1&2
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Today our friend from Great Commission Ministries (formally IRRTV) joins us and we invite you if you had missed this service to join us now as Dave Ogren speaks to us an encouraging word of love and hope in the midst of hardships and trials. Knowing that no matter what, God is still on our side even if it doesn't seem like it.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 2 Corinthians 4:7-19, Daniel 3:8-12
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On the next step in our series on THE CORE, which stems from our value statement for Big Bear Christian Center, Pastor Rob speaks on an important aspect of our Christian walk. One of Jesus' first commands after His resurrection was to go and make disciples of all nations which means that first we need to be a disciple. Join us this morning as we are encouraged to see what you can do on your next step of this discipleship journey.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 4:17-24 / Philippians 4:9 / Luke 14:27, 9:23 / Matthew 16:24 / Titus 2:1-8 / John 8:31, 13:34-35, 15: 1-8, 21:15-19 / Proverbs 27:17 / 1Peter 4:9
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Today is Easter Sunday and the First Sunday that Pastor Rob is in the Pulpit as our Lead Pastor. We invite you to listen in with us as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ together.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Romans 3:23 & 6:23, 8:1 & 37, 9&10 / Ephesians 2:6-8 / 1Corn. 15:14 & 4:20 / Mark 16:8 / Matthew 28:16&19 / John 6:33 / Isaiah 43:1&2 / Jeremiah 29:11-14 / Psalm 23 /
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If you have found us today on the web you may have been surprised at our new look and presence on the web. We hope that it has been a pleasant experience. We are still working out a few bugs however we are excited to present it to you, especially on this weekend. Today we invite you with open arms as we breach the final phase of our transition and install Pastor Rob Hastings as our Lead Pastor. This transition which has been in progress for the last three years, today we comes to birth. The birth of a new era and the advancement of the vision of Big Bear Christian Center to reach the valley with the Good News of Jesus Christ. Join us as Author, Dr. Joel Comiskey of Joel Comiskey Group and Pastor Jeff Tunnell and others bring in this new season.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 1 Peter 5:1-7 / 1 Timothy 3:1-13 / Isaiah 40:11 / 2 Timothy 2:1-7 & 4:1-8
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Join us today as Pastor Rob brings to us a challenging topic that is rarely preached on and thus rarely practiced even among the body of Christ today. This topic of Fasting is a spiritual discipline that was practiced in the Bible, the early church and is still practiced around the world today. There are 74 separate references to fasting in the Bible. AND, there's actually more teaching in the New Testament on fasting than there is on repentance and confession. It's primary purpose of fasting is to strengthen one's reliance on Christ.
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On this snowy day of March, Pastor Jeff encourages us with part 2 of his message on relationships and prayer. Today Pastor Jeff helps us understand that meaningful relationships with others can help us discover the same deep connection with God the Father, His Son Jesus, by the empowerment of God the Holy Spirit. If we are struggling to connect with others, how will we connect with our Creator? You will surely be encouraged this morning as you listen in.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Acts 13:22 / Romans 5:19-21
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Realizing from a biblical worldview that the nature of man is sinful and broken from the very beginning, how do we become whole again? Not only are we birthed in sin (Psalm 51:5) and into sinfulness, but after we are born the enemy of our souls begins his relentless attacks for the purpose of destroying that which looks like or has the ability to know and please GOD! His woundings leave us quite in need of a Savior and when we do come to Jesus and surrender to Him our hearts, we may still be quite broken, wounded, and bleeding. How do we come to “wholeness”?
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Acts 13:22 / Matthew 17:1-5 / Mark 9:2-9 / Luke 9:28 / 1 John 3:16, 18, 23; 4:7-8, 11, 19-21
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Pastor Rob encourages us on the scriptures related to prayer.
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As growing Christians we believe that God wants us to mature in our faith. Knowing this takes additional effort to be equipped for the glory of the Kingdom of God. Join us Pastor Rob edifies us to move forward in the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 12:6-8 / 1Peter 4 / Acts 1:8, 6:5, 4:27-30, 2:39 / John 14:12-15 / 1Corinthians 2:4 / 6:10-18 / 2Corinthians 10
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Pastor Rob's wife, Shannon, and son, Matthew, have recently returned from a short term mission trip to Kenya. Join us today as they share the powerful move of God in Kenya and how he moved in and through them to bring hope and encouragement as well as the message of salvation to those hurting.
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As we start off this morning consider these questions: Does this axiom (saying) cross over to the spiritual life, “You are what you eat”? This morning Pastor Jeff takes on what seemingly sounds like an overwhelming question, "What does God want us to look like?" By the power of the Holy Spirit, Pastor Jeff proposes to us that He wants to reproduce Christ in us.
Additional Scripture references: Romans 8:29-31 & 12:1-2 / Colossians 1:24-29 / Galatians 4:19-20
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How do you receive the Holy Spirit? Do you already have the Spirit if you are saved? If so why do we need to seek more of it? Where does He come from and how do we receive a "Baptism of the Holy Spirit? These questions and many more are answered this morning as Pastor Rob lays out for us the significance and importance of being filled and empowered by Him.
Additional Scripture references: 2Thessalonians 2:13 / Luke 11:9-13 & 24:49/ Ephesians 5:18 / Acts 2:38
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: Our vision is to bring the lost to Christ and to disciple (help bring to spiritual maturity and Christlikeness)His children. Our goal this year is to launch 2 new Life Groups, and bring in 60 additional people into those life giving groups so that we can continue reaching this valley for Christ, and help people find victory for life through Christ. This week, we will spend time helping people understand this vision and how everyone has a part to play.] At the core of Big Bear Christian Center are Life Groups of 3-15 people that meet weekly throughout Big Bear Valley. Empowered by the Holy Spirit through prayer, their purpose is to make disciples through spiritual growth, community, and evangelism, resulting in group multiplication. Scripture references for our Life Group statement: Acts 1:14; Acts 2:4; Matt 28:19-20; 2 Cor 10:15; 1 Peter 2: 2; Peter 3:18; Acts 2:42-47; Mark 16:15; Luke 9:2-3
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This morning we take a look at Biblical Worldview for
Sanctity of Human Life Sunday 2012
The 39th anniversary of Roe v. Wade decision in the US Supreme Court making abortion legal.
Presented here is a consistent and cohesive Biblical worldview:
We believe that God exists (Heb. 11:6) and that He is the standard by which we measure everything else. God created everything that exists (Gen.1:1) and everything is held together by Him (Col. 1:17). We believe the Bible is God’s divinely inspired Word, revealed to mankind (2 Tim. 3:16). We believe that the fullness of God came to earth and lived in the human body of Jesus Christ of Nazareth 2,000 years ago (Col. 1:19). We believe that mankind chose to rebel against God in the Garden of Eden and because of that act of rebellion, sin and death entered the world (Rom. 5:12-14). We believe that believing in (John 3:15-19, 5:24), and obeying (Luke 8:21, John 3:20, John 14:21, 23-24), Jesus Christ is the only way to have eternal life or to be reunited with God (Acts 4:10-12).
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Additional Scripture references: 1 John 1:1 / Colossians 3:4 / Exodus 21:22-23 / Job 10:8-12 / Psalm 139:13-16 / Genesis 25:22, 24 / Jeremiah 1:5 / Luke 1:41,44; 2:12,16 / Psalm 127:3-5
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This morning Pastor Jeff shows us how a life can be dramatically changed by the power of the Holy Spirit. Through Peter's life we also see how God can use a person, filled with the Spirit, to reach out and do things that only He can do through them. Things that can have an effect on others long after we are gone. Join us and be challenged to go after ALL of what God has for you and leave behind the what the world would consider, "normal Christianity".
Romans 12:2
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"Success is remaining faithful to the process." - Andy Stanley-
Today Pastor Rob takes us further in our topic of having a God Vision. Join us and be encouraged as we look into what God has in store for YOUR life.
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On this New Year’s day of 2012 Pastor Rob takes us to a realization that a “God Vision” is more important than a resolution. It will always go beyond our ability. Join us for this encouraging message, from Nehemiah, to all of us to get ahold of the vision of your local church and further the Kingdom of Heaven through the passion and direction God has given them.
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Today Lemuse's join us from Guatemala to share with us a message of faith and Hope. Join us for thie bi-lingual message that is sure to inspire you this holiday season.
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It wasn't the rich and famous who came to worship Jesus that first Christmas Eve, but shepherds. God reminds us that, "as you have done it to the least of these, you have done it to me." He invites us, as his children, the "poor in Spirit," to come into His presence and worship Him.
250 years ago, Isaac Watts wrote a hymn based on the truths found in Psalm 98. The name of this world-famous hymn is “Joy to the World.” At Christmas it is sung all across the world by millions of Christians and non-Christians alike. But a close study of the words of this hymn reveals that Watts did not have in mind the Bethlehem coming of Christ, but rather the millennial coming of our Lord.
Additional Scripture references: 1 Timothy 5:6 / Titus 3:3&4 / Galatians 5:22-25 / Luke 15:1-7; Luke 1:13&14, 44; 24:50-53
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Today Pastor Rob shares with us the importance of knowing the "meta-narrative" of the Bible to better understand that the Christmas Story is more than just a Story. This week's Advent message is based on the Bethlehem Candle which represents peace. Knowing the "meta-narrative" makes this week's message of peace come alive. Join us and be encouraged to know that the peace that comes from knowing our Lord is as prevalent today as it was when the shepherds were presented with the revelation that the promised messiah was born, singing, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”
Additional Scripture references: Philippians 4:6-9 / Galatians 5:22-23 /
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We are now in the Advent season. The four Sundays preceding Christmas are focused on the Advent which simply means "coming". Each Advent has a particular theme. This weekend's advent is that of Hope. Join us as Pastor Rob talks about the hope we have in not only the first coming of Christ but of also of His second coming and the hope we have RIGHT NOW.
Additional Scripture references: Psalms 33:16-22 / Psalms 42:1-6
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Today you will be challenged and exhorted to live out community with Big Bear Christian Center as Pastor Jeff wraps up our series on the Values of Big Bear Christian Center. Following the following statements:
You cannot (successfully) change a structure until you change a value.
We will not change a behavior, until we change a value.
We ‘do’ what we value and we ‘value’ what we do.
We were not created to be alone, but to experience life in community.
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Additional Scripture references: Chronicles 20 / Hebrews 4:16 / Proverbs 3:5-6 / Luke 19:10 / 2Corinthians 5:17-21 / Luke 19:11-13 / Peter 1:1-8 / 2 Timothy 3:16 / John 6:66-68
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To hear Him say, "well done good and faithful servant" is our goal! The final message in our series of the values of Big Bear Christian Center. Do our lives reflect these values? A call to pray for the persecuted church, and structure our lives with the goal of these words.
There is much to study in the promise of Jesus' return. However, this morning Pastor Rob brings us a powerful and encouraging message to challenge and inspire us as we look forward to that day.
Additional Scripture references: I Thessalonians 5:1-11 / IIThessalonians chapter 2 / Hebrews 12:12 / IITimothy 2:14
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Where the Gospel goes things improve, Christianity spreads things get better compassion is not distant. So service to God and to others becomes our expression of our love and who we are. Join us and be encouraged as Pastor Jeff takes on the next part of our journey through our series on Values.
Additional Scripture references: Matthew 28:18&19
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Big Bear Christian Center Values Statement: Related to the great truths of the Gospel, values are extracted from the Word of God:
The Bible is our authority, Prayer is our means, Dependency on God is our posture, Restoring relationship between man and God is our passion, Love is our motive, Service to God and others is our expression, His promise to return is our urgency And to hear Him say, “Well done good and faithful servant” is our goal.
Today Pastor Jeff takes on part five of our series on the Values of Big Bear Christian Center titled "Love is our Motive". A great motivating message to love others with the kind of love God showed us through His son Jesus.
Additional Scripture references: John 3:16 & 15:13 / Galatians 5:19-23 / Matthew 22:34-40 / Proverbs 16:2 / 1Peter 4:7&8
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Pastor Rob speaks in the fourth message of our series on Values.
Additional Scripture references: 2 Cor5:18-19; 2 Cor 5:20; Gal 6:1-3; Mark 16:15-16; Luke 19:10; Prov 11:30; James 5:19-20 / John 3:16-17 / Luke 19:10, 13:1-5 / Matthew 18:12-14 / 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
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In part three of our series on Values, Pastor Rob, using multiple examples from the Bible, encourages us to put our full dependence upon our Lord and Creator to see His purpose fulfilled in our lives.
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Today Mark Johnson of Forerunner Ministries ministers to us a word encouragement.
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This morning Pastor Jeff shares with the excitement of knowing a God who is total control of everything, created everything and yet came and dwelt among us and is still reigning today! Giving us the choice to have an intimate relationship with HIM...OUR CREATOR who holds a purpose and plan for us.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Revelation 19:13
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Today Pastor Rob shows us that the Bible teaches and shows in vast quantities, methods the great faithfulness of God. It is because of God’s faithfulness and His “inability” to lie (Titus 1:2), that we can expect many things from God. We can hold God true to all of His promises toward us, and there are many many promises to us from God. Much of what we can expect from/through God is based solely on Him, His love for us, His faithfulness, His sovereignty. Other things we can expect from God come with conditions. Stipulations based on whether or not we fulfill “our side” of the agreement.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Philippians 4:19, Malachi 3:10Romans 8:38Psalm 37I Corinthians 10:13Philippians 4:6-7Ephesians Chapter 6Jeremiah chapter 29Galatians 5:16-22
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Change is, at times, inevitable. It can be good and it can be bad and can come with mixed emotions of what is yet to come. It points to the future and can be unknown most of the time. But what is it that makes it okay for us to look forward to it? Whether it be good or bad in our eyes. God has promised us that his plan and future for our lives are better than what we can even try to predict or plan out. Join us today as Pastor Rob encourages us and challenges us to trust in the one who only makes change for our good. You are sure to be encouraged by this message.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Jeremiah 29:11
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What do you believe about “you”? Does it match what the Lord says about you? Do you believe, truly, that God has a purpose a plan and thoughts about you to that are for your success in His Kingdom purposes? Sometimes we let the circumstances around us dictate how we feel and act to the world around us. However, has shown us that he is on our side and we have hope in that. Join us as Pastor Jeff encourages us to change our mindset and get a perspective from the Word that will change the way we view our circumstances.
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As believers in the body of Christ you’ve probably come across the phrase or even used the phrase “Brother” or “Sister” when addressing a fellow parishioner. Today, as we start to draw to a close our series on Hebrews, Pastor Rob pauses to focus on the depth of the very first verse in Hebrews 13. Join us as we are challenged by the cultural background and present day application of this scripture. We are sure that you will be encouraged today by your time spent with us.
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Today Pastor Rob takes us further into the second to the last chapter of the book of Hebrews. Be encouraged as Pastor Rob exhorts us in the authority that we have in Jesus looking forward to our heavenly home.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Hebrews 2:1-4, 3:7–4:13, 5:11–6:20, 10:26-31,
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The Bible tells in Hebrews 12:11 that no discipline or correction is pleasant while we are under it. However, if we allow it to train us and teach us it will lead us to righteous living. Join us as Pastor Jeff encourages us, in the next of our series on Hebrews, to allow the Word of God to minister to us and strengthen our disciplines so that become stronger in running the race with Christ.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Philippians 4:9 / Matthew 5:10-12
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Pastor Jeff and Pastor Rob and Shannon Hastings returned from celebrating the 15th anniversary of the church in Texacoco Mexico that Aaron DeLaBorda pastors. As well as being there to help with the installation of the new pastors and leaders in the church of Quatro Vientos. Join us as Pastor Jeff and Pastor Rob share with us the amazing work that’s going on in Mexico. Pastor Jeff also brings us an encouraging message to bring into the week of the tent meetings (starting today for a week) with a challenge to give Jesus all we have and get all he has for us so that we can bring it to a people who are starving for what they might not know they need.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 3:10-13, 6:10-19 / 2 Corinthians 4:1-6, 11:1
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On this Independence Day weekend Pastor Rob and Pastor Jeff are visiting Pastor Aaron DeLaBorda and the churches in Mexico. As a result we are blessed to have Pastor Floyd Evers share with us this morning on faith and taking off where the pastors left off on our series on Hebrews. We know you will be blessed as you listen to today’s message. (There is a section of about 5 minutes of quite time in this audio recording where we reflected on the attack of 9-11.)
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 5:11 / 1Peter 4:12 / James 1:2-8 / John 15:18 / II Corinthians 4:7-12
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Today Pastor Rob brings us an encouraging message to keep on running with perseverance and overcome the sins that so easily hold us back from walking in the fullness of what God has for us. Join us as we continue our study in Hebrews.
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On this Father’s Day weekend join us as Pastor Rob encourages the men that they have what it takes to be spiritual leaders.
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The Encarta Dictionary defines the word “Viewpoint” as a personal perspective from which somebody considers something or a place or position from which people can look at something. Join us as Pastor Jeff continues our series on Hebrews, challenging us to take on a new viewpoint on our lives.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 / 1 John 2:28 / Luke 18:1, 21:34-36 / 2 Peter 3
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Those persecuted for their faith held firm to their blessed assurance. Join us as Pastor Jeff shares with us this encouraging message of assurance.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 11:3 /
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How can we live a life worthy of what the Lord has given for us? Join us as Pastor Rob gives us four points, on this Sunday of Memorial Day weekend, that gives us an exciting challenge to live a life that is worthy.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Romans 6:1-2, 11-14 / 1 John 2:28 / I Timothy 4:6, 13 / II Timothy 2:15 / II Peter 3:15-18 / Proverbs 27:17 / Acts 2:46-47 / I Peter 5:6-11 / I Chronicles 16:23-25
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Pastor Jeff Tunnell expounds on Jesus' Sacrifice using Hebrews chapter 9 as his text. Because of Jesus sinless life, He is the perfect sacrifice, freeing us from sin, guilt, condemnation he clears our conscience. What can wash away my sins? Nothing but the blood of Jesus!
Continuing in our series on Hebrews, Pastor Rob shares with us the symbolism of the elements located inside and outside of the tabernacle as they relate to Christ and our walk with Him.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 1:7 / Romans 5:9 / 1 john 1:7 / Colossians 1:20 / Revelation 12:11
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Today, for Mother’s Day, Pastor Jeff shares with us what is considered as one of the greatest love stories in the Bible, the story of Ruth.
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Today Pastor Rob brings us a great compression of the Old & New Covenant.
Additional Scripture Referenced Jeremiah 31:31 / 1Corinthians 2:
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On this Easter Sunday Pastor Jeff gets us into rediscovering the importance of receiving a “living word” from God, holding onto it by faith and not falling due to unbelief.
Acts 16 Isaiah 55 Revelation 19
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Where are you in your Christianity? Compare it to a student’s education; are you still pre-school, kindergarten, high school, college, beyond? How about in comparison to the food you ate when you were a baby as to what you eat currently? The point is that the longer we live out our lives the more we mature in the natural progression of our lives. This is not to say that we don’t have any control over how we mature in life. It’s quite the contrary, actually. We need to challenge ourselves to grow in the things of the Lord so that we will be able to rightly apply the word to our daily lives. In the next message in our series on Hebrews Pastor Rob challenges all of us to identify, move forward and take the next step in our Christian maturity as we apply the Word of God into our daily lives.
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Do you ever feel alone when you have to stand up against the things that tear you down? Daily we are tempted in areas of our lives that Satan knows we are weak in. Today’s message from Pastor Jeff will help us to see that Jesus is equipped to sympathize with all human weakness and equally powerful to deliver from temptation AND help us pass the test we are facing presently.
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Today for service we are having an AGAPE FEAST (potluck) and communion meal! Thus there is no typical message to present in the recording. HOWEVER, Pastor Jeff has recorded a special message just for you. We hope that you will listen and enjoy the following audio file. Thank you for stopping by.
In the meal today we will follow the concept of the Feasts when all gathered, brought an offering, and rejoiced together in God’s goodness to them. We will emphasize eliminating remaining debts of the congregation. We have prepared our Life Groups to bring their families and train the children to... “not appear before the Lord empty handed” “not appear before the Lord empty handed” Deuteronomy 16:16 Deuteronomy 16:16 ~~
Thank you for joining us this morning. Today Pastor Rob challenges us to entering into his rest by way of faith. We believe that you will be encouraged and inspired this morning as you take to heart the principles presented to us in today’s message.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Psalm 95 /
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Join us as Pastor Rob continues the journey with us through the book of Hebrews and shows us why Jesus became a man, has become our High Priest and our final sacrifice once and for all.
Today we start a series in the book of Hebrews. Join us as Pastor Jeff gives us seven simple facts that make Jesus the best revelation of God to mankind, INCLUDING US. He is the ONLY begotten Son; our Prophet, Priest and King! As a result there is no other complete revelation of God to man, nor will there be in the future
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Revelation 11:15 / Psalm 2:8 & 110:1 / 1 Corinthians 15:24-28 & 8:6/ Romans 8:15-17&34 & 11:36 / Colossians 1:14-15&17, 3:1 / 2 Corinthians 4:4 & 7:1-2 / John 1:14-18, 6:46, 14:9 / Proverbs 8:22-31 / Genesis 1 “God said” / Ephesians 1:7&20 / Acts 7:55 / Philippians 2:8-11, Deuteronomy 16:16
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Sometimes we as Christians and non-Christians alike, we feel as if we just cannot attain to all the so called rules and regulations mentioned in scripture. Praise the Lord that we have a God that doesn’t want to leave us there. Join us as Pastor Jeff gives us encouragement to “press-on” toward the “goal” and know that our Lord’s Grace is enough, possible by the blood of Jesus Christ.
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What we hear when someone says something to us will be interpreted by our own experience. This “vat” of our past experiences can cause us to interpret our current circumstances the wrong way. As a result We can end up pushing the correct view away and never come to a peace o knowing the truth. Join us as Pastor Rob challenges us to allow God to help us through the fear of changing our thinking and to shape our thought processes according to a correct God view where true freedom is found.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: II Timothy 1:7 / II Corinthians 10:3-5 / Romans 8:28
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In the Word of God it says that Abraham trusted God and it was attributed to him as righteousness. Join us as Pastor Jeff encourages us to trust God through a biblical and principle driven view on the tithe.
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How do you pray? Where do you go? What are your surroundings like? Join us as Pastor Rob shares with us this type of prayer that allows us to sit in our King’s presence, talk and receive from Him.
Additional Scriptures referenced: Psalm 37:7; 46:10; 4:4; 129 / Luke 10:38-42 / Exodus 19:6 / Deuteronomy 10:17 & 33:27 / 2 Samuel 22:32-34 / Ps 46:1-2; 46:7; 46:10; 47:2 / 1 John 4:8 & 16
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Join us as Pastor Rob takes us on a journey through the whole book of Daniel. As we go through it we see how the book of Daniel is, amongst other points, book of prayer. You’ll be blown away as Pastor Rob shares with us things many people don’t even know about the book, the man and their history.
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Even though trouble times maybe coming and may even be among us now; we don’t have to focus there and let it mandate our every thought. Today Pastor Jeff encourages us to shift our focus on the things above, with prudence, and to seek first His Kingdom and His Righteousness.
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Join us as Pastor Jeff encourages us in our regular prayer lives. Knowing that it will lead to more peace on a day-to-day basis by building a simple method based on Philippians 4:6-7.
Additional Scripture References: Luke 18:1-14 / Philippians 4:6-7 / Hebrews 11:6 / Philippians 4:8 / Romans 12:2
Today Pastor Rob speaks to us an encouraging message to assist those in our cell groups to deepen/expand their prayer life, and to become a people of prayer.
Additional Scripture References: 1 Timothy 1:12 / Psalm 51 / 1 Timothy 2:1 / Philippians 4:6 / 1 Timothy 2:1
With Christmas one day behind us Pastor Jeff brings us a post-Christmas message reminding us that Jesus didn’t stay an infant in the manger. His mission, from birth, was to seek and save that which was lost. Recalling the account of Zacchaeus we see that Jesus’ mission that day was for the salvation and complete transformation of that one Chief Tax Collector. And even now He is wants to see the same life transformation for His people today.
Additional Scripture References: Luke 4:18 / Romans 6:23 /
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In our third week of Advent we have invited our missionary friends from Guatemala, Nancy & Josué Lemus, to bring us a message from the Lord. Join us as we are encouraged to spread the good news this holiday season. To find out more about this couples ministry see the attached slide show on this player.
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Join IYG for our second session as we go through a series of messages based around the movie TO SAVE A LIFE. This weeks message by Ed Breyer helps us to notice and respond to the hurting and lonely people in our sphere of influence with the love our Heavenly Father who has called His own and has adopted us as son and daughters in Christ Jesus.
In our second week of Advent Pastor Jeff offers us a perspective on the Bethlehem Candle. The wise men that came from the east went out on faith believing that the star would pin point where the coming Messiah would be born. And from what is recorded in scripture we know that their faith proved true to the promises of scripture. Join us as we are encouraged to “step up” our faith this Christmas season and have faith in what the Word says not faith in our own faith…
Additional Scripture References: Romans 5:8 /
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With Thanksgiving in our past we now turn our hearts and minds to the season of Advent (the first four weeks leading up to Christmas). Each week we focus on a topic that relates to the first coming of Jesus Christ; our Savior and Messiah. This in essence, is the meaning of Advent – the first coming of Jesus Christ. However, we don’t want to forget that He said that he was coming again. On this first week of Advent Pastor Rob brings us the message of hope. That is; the hope of his first coming, as it related to the people of the New Testament, as well as the promised second coming (the second Advent). Join us as we are encouraged to see the hope that we have in Jesus Christ both for the present and the future.
Additional Scripture References: John 14:2&3 / Acts 1:10&11 / Romans 13:12-14 / 1Timothy 4:13 / Titus 2:13&14
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Thank you for joining us the weekend prior to Thanksgiving. Today Pastor Rob exhorts us that during this holiday season we need be free to step out in our faith and not be silent about our life in Christ.
Additional Scripture References: 2Peter1:3 / Exodus 4:2 / John 6:8 / Numbers 22 / 2 Timothy 1:7
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Join us as Pastor Jeff helps us understand the greatness of God in His Omnipotence, Omniscience & Omnipresence, while realizing that HE loves us and that HE alone is able to save and keep us safe in the troubled times we are experiencing in the world.
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With the recent elections behind us the final outcome, depending on how you voted, could leave you with a sense of discouragement in not knowing what the future holds. Be encouraged this morning as Pastor Jeff brings us an exhortation that will encourage you in your walk with Jesus. Please join us as we discuss and experience the reality of intimate relationship with Jesus by the Holy Spirit’s presence and realize that our hope in any other person or thing is vain.
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What is your perspective on life? This morning Pastor Rob shares with us from his heart about having the right perspective. With everything in life, there are different perspectives. Perspectives are formed from individual points of view, much like 4 different people standing on each corner of an intersection describing an accident. Each person has a different view of the accident scene. But perspective, which literally means “through the view” is formed as much from the inner man as the physical world it is looking at. Perspective becomes perspective when what is scene is processed and filtered through our mind, which is made up of our knowledge, experiences, fears, our hopes, our worries and so on. Our perspective is not made up only from what truly exists, but exists from the multiple filters we have in our life.
Additional Scripture references: Rev 20:14-15 / I Thess. 5:2-3 & 9-11 / Eph 5:8 / 1 Peter 2:9-10 / 1 Cor. 6:19-20 / Col 3:1-4 / Acts 1:10-11 / Matt 24:27, 30-31 & 37-44 / 2 Peter 3:10 / Dan 2:44-45 / Rev 2:11 & 7:16-17 / John 14:2-4 /
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What does a church look like that actually impacts its community? And what does the impact look like? Thank you for joining us as Pastor Jeff shares with us the impacting ministry you can have by being involved in the vision of Big Bear Christian Center and body of Christ.
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.Additional scripture references: Judges 1:19, 27-31 & 2:1-5 / Proverbs 12:15 & 21:2 /
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What is th most important thing? this morning Pastor Jeff shows us that complex religion and devotion based upon man's "ideas about" God does not lead to intimacy with HIM. Simple faith is placed in Jesus Christ we can legitimately build the superstructure of doctrine as a safe platform on which to live out the relationship we have with our Creator. Then we will know what the important things are.
Those who have been called to Christ are called to resurrection life. The bible says that those who are in Christ are new creations. Ore lives should look different those who are not. This is not to say that we should be “kooky-looking-Christians”, But how we live should look different because we are not of this world. We are called out of darkness and in to the kingdom of the Lord our God. Join us this morning as Pastor Rob challenges us to be different than what we used to be like before Christ.
.Additional scripture references: 1Peter 2:11 / Ephesians 2:4&5 / Colossians 2:13 / Romans 12:2 /
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The world is steeped in traditions. Some come from a faith based traditions but are skewed by the world. Likewise faith based homes celebrate traditions of the world without even knowing it. But the question is; what are you contending for? Join us as Pastor Jeff challenges us to build up traditions in our own families that exemplify the love of Christ and build a solid biblical foundation for life that we can pass on as a legacy for generations to come.
.Additional scripture references: Matthew 15:2-3 & 6 / Mark 7:3-13 / Colossians 2:8 / Galatians 1:14 / 1Peter 1:18 / Acts 17:10-11 / Romans 6:17 / 1Corinthians 11:1-2 / 2Thessalonians 2:15-17 / 2Timothy 3:1-4:5 / Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 / Philippians 4:9
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Thank you for joining us today in our Celebration Service. Today Pastor Rob brings us part two of his mini-series on praise and worship. (We apologize that part one is unavailable.) Be encouraged as Pastor Rob brings to light the biblical styles of worship in relation to how we worship today.
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Tonight at IYG Ed shows us how Jesus was misunderstood by the Scribes, Pharisees and Sadducees of His day. Without these misunderstandings Jesus probably wouldn't have been crucified. However, because of this he fulfilled prophesy and now makes us righteous because of these misunderstandings that put Him on the cross for us. Because of his death, burial and resurrection we now have access to the God the Father for those that believe. As the surfers used to say, “This is totally righteous, dude!” RIGHT? RIGHT! We are made RIGHT! RIGHT? RIGHT!
Thanks for joining us today as Pastor Jeff shares with us a message of encouragement to live our lives with the love of Jesus shining through us. The entire body of Christ; the saved, Christians as a collective group, are the LIGHT of the world. Imagine what the world would become without the presence of believers! We are surely a light in a darken world. But what if we all turned our lights on a little brighter and brighter every day? What would the world look like a week from now? A year from now? 10 years from now?
Additional Scripture References:
Philippians 2:12-16 / 3 John 11-12 / Acts 6:3 & 26:15-18 / 1Timothy 3:7 / 1 Corinthians 3:5-9 & 14:23-26 / John 12:31 & 15:8 / Philippians 2:12-16 / Romans 13:8-14 / John 4:34-38 / 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12
. What do you obsess over? Is it possible to have an obsession that is healthy? If so what would that be? Join us as Pastor Floyd Evers brings to light the obsession Paul had for Jesus and how it developed with him a bias towards grace. What would happen to you if you had obsession for the things of God as Pau l did? Be encouraged as Pastor Floyd brings us this message and challenges us to “up” our passion towards the things of God.
. Additional scripture references: Galatians 1:11-17 & 2:20-21 / II Corinthians 12:1-4 / II Corinthians 5:17 / Romans chapters 1-8
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Tonight at IYG Ed challenges us to make a choice to live our one life for Jesus and allow him to work through us.
WELCOME: TED ROSE California State Coordinator for National Day of Prayer IN CELEBRATION SERVICES THIS WEEKEND ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Speaker Ted Rose encourages us to leave a legacy of prayer. Giving us 4 points of things to leave behind concerning it this is a message you won�"t want to miss.
. Ted Rose is also the Founder & Current President of WORLDWIDE PRAYER and Founder & Director of California Capitol Prayer Watch, Founder & President of Pray America and Originator of the Armor Bearer Prayer Network. . For more information on Ted Rose and his ministry go to: http://www.worldwideprayer.com/ .Sermon's notes and/or the Lighthouse facilitation guide is available from the message for you to follow along with in either your personal study time or in facilitating a cell group. Just click on the icon in the middle left-hand side of this player. (Next to the MP3 download icon) or go to the Lighthouses drop down menu under “keeper login”.
WELCOME: TED ROSE California State Coordinator for National Day of Prayer IN CELEBRATION SERVICES THIS WEEKEND ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
. You are invited to join us in our Saturday Night Celebration as Ted speaks specifically to the leaders of Big Bear Christian Center and encourages and challenges us to be leaders of prayer. If you desire to play a part in the body of Christ beyond that of a pew warmer this message is for you. . Ted Rose is also the Founder & Current President of WORLDWIDE PRAYER and Founder & Director of California Capitol Prayer Watch, Founder & President of Pray America and Originator of the Armor Bearer Prayer Network. . For more information on Ted Rose and his ministry go to: http://www.worldwideprayer.com/
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Tonight at IYG Ed shares with us not necessarily the things that could send you to Hell but gives us a view from the scriptures of the things that the Lord dislikes greatly. Thank God for the forgiveness that comes from the shed blood of Jesus Christ on the cross. Join us for this thought provoking message.
Additional Scripture references: Proverbs 28:17 / 1 John 3:15 / Matthew 5:27-28 / Proverbs 12:2 / Genesis 6:5 / Proverbs 1:15-16 / Proverbs 19:9 / Proverbs 24:28 / 1 Tim. 5:13 / 1 Peter 4:15
IYG is Every Tuesday Night at BBCC @ 6:30 hope to See Ya!
Today one of our Lighthouse Keepers shares the story of her past and present life trough the illustration of a cracked pot.
.Additional scripture references: John 4:4 & 29 / Romans 8:1 8:18 & 28-29 / 2 Corinthians 5:5-7
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Deuteronomy 6:1-9 & 10:12 / Micah 6:1-8 / John 2:5, 14:15 & 15:14 / Psalm 111:10 / Proverbs 1:7, 9:10 / Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 / 1 John 3:22-24 / Revelation 22:14 / Psalm 112
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Today Pastor Jeff address these questions: What are you doing to “press on to know the Lord”? How are you demonstrating an aggressive discipleship process? In what ways have you grown up into Christ this year more than ever?
Additional scripture references: Hebrews 11:13-16 / John 17:11 &14 / 2 Peter 3:10-18 / 2 Corinthians 6:11-7:1 / Exodus 16 & Numbers 11 / Deuteronomy 29:5 / Colossians 3:1-17 / Philippians 3:12-16 / Hebrews 12:1-2 / Nehemiah 9:20-21 / 1 Corinthians 10:1-6 / Ephesians 4:11-16
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On this 4th of July weekend Pastor Rob gives us a look at Christianity's affect on the history of our great nation. Today we celebrate our independence as a nation but let's not forget our dependence upon the God of the Bible. The same God we state our dependence upon on our money… “IN GOD WE TRUST”
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Based on the limited facts we can come up with a different conclusions than those of our peers. When Jesus shared a parable there were those that just didn't get it because they didn't know the whole picture. Join us as Ed helps us to understand that there is a bigger picture of our lives that maybe we only have a glimpse of and we can trust God to get us through it.
God is a God of Love, Grace and Mercy. Join us as Pastor Rob challenges us to live out an abundant life through all of what the Bible says; instead of ignoring the parts that we don't want to apply to us.
Additional scripture references: 2 Timothy 4:3 / Jude 3-13
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We are making a Journey to Maturity, building a Spiritualistic, Biblical Worldview. Today, as we continue on our journey to Pentecost, Let's pursue a deeper understanding and revelation of the word of God concerning the Holy Spirit and pray for REVELATION to come to each of hearts, no matter our age, about relationship with God by being spirit-filled, spirit-led believers.
Scripture references: Acts 1:4-8, 10:35-38, 2:32&33, 4:16-33, 5:12 / Luke 4:1, 14-21, (Isaiah 6:1&2) 11:11-13 / John 14:12 & 25-26 ,16:5-7 / Mark 16:17
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After a visit from the Gideons Pastor Jeff shares with us way to Experience a consistent joy in your life.
Unfortunately, due to a technical malfunction, there is no audio for this week's service. However, the sermon/facilitation guide is available as described below. This issue has been resolved so please join us next week for our online broadcast. Today we continue with part 2 of a two part series on giving. With the purpose of demonstrating that giving is a grace given by God that, when practiced cheerfully, will overflow to the benefit of others bringing praise to God and supply to the giver. And, to understand that our most prized possession is participation in the Kingdom of God for eternal value!
BR> Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Psalm 112:9, (24:1) / Proverbs 11:23-25, 19:17, 28:27/ Matthew 19:16-22, (13:44-46) / Deuteronomy 15:7-11 / Mark 12:41-44 / Luke 12:13-15, 22-34 & 21:1-4 / Matthew 6:19-21
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Via a lot of multimedia and presentation; Pastor Jeff presents tithing and giving as Biblical principles to be practiced by every believer. Pastor Jeff illustrates that living “open-handed” with liberality is an attitude and motivation for Christians. Help those who have not entered this part of their dedication to Jesus to ‘get started' with small steps of faith and practice! Join us as we also go over the many missions and missionaries supported by Big Bear Christian Center.
BR> Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Luke 6:37-38; 21:1-4; 12:22-34; 12:13-15 / Proverbs 11:23-25; 19:17; 28:27 / Deuteronomy 15:7-11 / Philippians 4:10-20 / 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 / Matthew 19:16-22; 23:23; 6:19-21
Links to websites and media used in message:
Jason & Cindy Frenn www.frenn.org
Mark & Janalee Johnson in services May 22&23
http://www.forerunnerministries.com/
Brian Taylor at Honor Academy in Texas http://www.honoracademy.com/
Full Armor Ministries http://www.fullarmor.org
Joel Comiskey http://www.joelcomiskeygroup.com
Destiny Rescue http://www.destinyrescue.org/us
Ben Stein on Money and the Markets and proper behaviors http://www.onenewsnow.com/vidPlayer.aspx?videoId=20698
Great Commission Media Ministries http://www.gcmediaministries.org
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Today is Palm Sunday where traditionally we celebrate the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Join us today as Pastor Jeff invites you to experience the triumphal entry of Jesus into your own life. Using a recent personal event Pastor Jeff challenges us to meet with Jesus and experience a new day of joy and release of the Spirit by Christ's presence in our lives.
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As followers of Christ we are called to disciple others. But how can we disciple others without being discipled ourselves? Jesus is our ultimate source but we all need someone, who do we look up to, who can help show us the deeper things of the Word; understanding that we are never fully discipled until we disciple someone else. Join us as Pastor Rob shares with us the relationship between teacher and student in Jesus's time.
BR> Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Ephesians 4:1-7 / John 1:43
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Who are you when you are by yourself? This determines your character. Character is like the tree and the shadow is it's reputation. Join us as we examine the longest uninterrupted passages of scripture also known as the Sermon on the Mount. In it we will look at five specific areas in our lives that Jesus is highly concerned about. Those being: Character, Responsibility & Authority, Knowledge & Understanding, Humility, and Preparedness, Service and Reward. BR>
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I s there a specific way to “DO” church…sometimes there are people there, that many of us grew up to think, are hypocrites. Others have bitterness to the church because they think all they want is their money. Even those inside the church can be viewed upon as selfish. But those of us that love the Lord and live an active life within the bounds of His principles and statutes know that this isn
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “Church”? What is church? How do you define it? Is it the same or every group or ethnicity, community, state or nation? Should it have a definite definition? Why is it important? Join us as Pastor Jeff shares with us from the Word of God what church was originally meant to be.
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What is your purpose here on earth? Do you know? What would you do if you did know? God doesn't want us to hold on too tightly to the things we want to do. He wants us to leave room for him to move in our passions and desires. Join us for Celebration Youth as Ed helps the youth to understand this and more.
This recording has taken place during the youth service. Be aware that there may be times of blank recording or times of interaction with the youth that may delay the message. However we encourage you to join us and get a glimpse in to the community of CY.
What is community? Where do we get it? What are the barriers that hinder Biblical community? Join us as Pastor Rob takes on a journey into what true community really is.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Genesis 14 (Abraham & Lot) / 1 Corinthians 6:19 / Deuteronomy 12:8 / Leviticus 17:6 / Judges 17:6 & 21:25 / Proverbs 12:15 / Romans 12:2 / Exodus 23:30 / 1 John 3:10 / Hebrews 10:19-25 / Ephesians 4:11&12
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We all have a circle of influence; a number of people that we work with, are family and/or friends, that we can get together with whenever we need. But is there a purpose for this unit beyond what the secular world has led us to believe? We have a way of looking at things, a paradigm, that is limited by what is surrounding us. Sometimes we need a paradigm shift, a different point of view, to get us out a pattern that can be destructive to our nature and hindering to . Join us as Pastor Jeff challenges us to see things from a different perspective by utilizing our “oikos” to do build the Kingdom of God.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Hebrews 11:7 / Exodus 12 / Proverbs 31/ Galatians 6:10 / Ephesians 2:19 / Titus 1:10&11 / Psalm 68:5&6 /
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Helping to shape our thinking towards missions.
“The supreme task of the church is the evangelization of the world.” Oswald J. Smith, Founder of People's Church, Toronto, Canada
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Mark 15:15 / 1 Timothy 1:15
At tonight's CY (Celebration Youth) service Ed show's us how we all have influence over someone no matter how big or small and have the power to change the way the people in our circle of influence view others and circumstance around us. Join us and get a glimpse into the lives of the CY.
The main scripture today tells us that without a vision people cast of restraint. Some versions say that they “perish”. Join us as Pastor Jeff, preceding our annual meeting of members, shares with us a report of Big Bear Christian Center for last year and casts vision for this New Year as well as challenges us to get involved in ways that will make us grow.
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We all have a belief system by which we live our life. This system can change over time by our experiences, by the expressed thoughts of those we hold in high esteem or even by the values that we hold as truth only as it applies to our own life. But how do we shape it to be in line with the inherent Word of God? The answer may seem elementary but in reality it takes a life time to achieve. Join us for Sanctity of Human Life Sunday as Pastor Jeff helps us to understand the stark reality of how our values and system of belief can shape a generation and affect those who haven't even been born yet.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Proverbs 8 / Galatians 2:20 / 2 Corinthians 5:17 / Colossians 3:4 / Exodus 21:22&23 / Job 10:8-12 / Psalm 139:13-16 / Jeremiah 1:5 / Luke 1:41
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Spiritual maturity is a process. A process that needs to continue in us. But how do we get it? How do we grow in it? It involves Discipleship and Discipline.
The messages thus far this year, have been helping us see our need to grow and mature in all aspects of our Christianity. Be challenged as Pastor Rob speaks further on these issues and encourages us with four habits of a Disciple. No matter how long you've been saved, you can find fresh, new ways to go further and even enhance how you live for the Lord.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Hebrews 5:12-14 / 2 Peter 3:18 / 1 Timothy 4:7-10 / John 8:31-32 & 15:7-8 / Luke 11:1-13 & 14:33 / Matthew 16:24 / John 13:34& 35
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In a microwave world where it seems like everything is handed to us as quickly as we could want it, sometimes we can find ourselves wanting our faith to grow just as quickly. We can tend to expect to go from sinner to being fully discipled in an instant. However, true maturity and growth comes with consistently or a pace set by the individual that challenges him or her to gradually grow. Join with us as Pastor Rob shares with us practical ways to help us grow in our faith.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Deuteronomy 34:7 / Matthew 28:16-20
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Part of our spiritual responsibility as Christians is to mature in the things of God. The staff at Big Bear Christian Center have been praying, meeting and planning out the year; seeking God for direction in the vision he has given us. Part of this direction is to help the body mature in the thing of God. Today
We are all prey to spiritual viruses. But there is protection against the constant attack of the enemy for the hard drive of our soul. There are four reasons for spiritual viruses. All have one purpose and that is to deter, block, or even eliminate our ultimate source for staying a healthy and fully functional Christian. Join us as Pastor Rob unfolds this interesting parallel illustration.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Jude 1:11&12 / Colossians 1:21&23 / 1 timothy 4 / 2 Timothy 3 Hebrews 5:12-14 / 2 Timothy 4
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What is peace? Who gives it and what does it mean to have peace in your heart, family, and nation? Where do you go to look for peace? Though these can seem like overwhelming questions there is ultimately only one place to go to have what the bible says is a peace that passes all understanding.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
(Deut. 28) (Gal. 2:20 & ch5) / John 16:33 / Heb 12:1-2 / Romans 12:2 /Philippians 4:4-7
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Why did the angels announce the birth of Christ to the Shepherds first? How did they respond? What is it about Christmas that brings so much joy to people; believers and unbelievers alike? Is it a false joy? In this Sunday morning celebrations service we celebrate the third week of Advent; the season of JOY. Drawing from examples such Paul, Elizabeth and some of the minor prophets. Join us as Pastor Jeff shares with us what real joy is and where it comes from.
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Romans 8:38-39 / Acts 20:22-24 / Hebrew 12:2 / Habakkuk 3:17-19 / Isaiah 65:19 & 61:3 / Zephaniah 3:17 / Gal. 5:22 / Hebrews 12:2
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Today we talk about the return of Christ and our need to be ready for his coming. There are different theological views of His returns and arguing the points with others can be a distracting but we need to focus our own attention on our readiness of the event. Join us as Dave Ogren brings us this message of hope an expectation of His coming.
Dave Ogren is the US Missions Director with IRR TV Media Ministries (International Russian Radio & Television) IRR/TV is a non-denominational 21st century missions organization taking the Gospel to the nations of Russia, Asia, and the Middle East through television, radio and the internet. They use media to share the love of Christ with a world looking for answers. For more info go to www.irrtv.org
Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Rmans13:11&12 / 1 Corinthians 16 & 13:12 / 2Timothy 4:6-8 / 1 John 3 / Luke 2:49; 4:43 / John 9:4&5; 4:34
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We are now in the Advent season. The four Sundays preceding Christmas are focused on the Advent which simply means “coming”. Each Advent has a particular theme. This weekend's advent is that of Hope. Join us as Pastor Rob talks about the hope we have in not only the first coming of Christ but of also of His second coming.
Additional Scriptures:
Micah 4:3 / 1 Thessalonians 1:6-10 / Revelations 7:17, 21:3-7 / Romans 8:24&25 / Titus 1:1&2 / 1Timothy 1:1 / Matthew 24:37-44 / Romans 3:11-14 / 2Peter 3:8&9 / John 3:3 / Romans 10:13-14 & vss 9-11&15 /
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In today's economy it's hard for a lot of use to be thankful people. Sometimes we are unthankful for the things we have because we want what other people have. Could the problem be with our noses? What kind of apple do you have? Though these may seem like funny or odd questions you may be surprised at the answers. Join us as Pastor Rob takes us on a biblical journey of thankfulness. Just in time for Thanksgiving see what the true meaning of being thankful really is.
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The bible tells us the Devil comes to steal kill and destroy. Moreover he is known as the father of lies. All of us are in a constant battle to tear down the enemies lies that come in to blind us from all the promises and truths that are given to us. Sometimes the enemy lays it on so thick that it's hard to remember them. Today Pastor Jeff speaks to us from a prophetic dream and encourages us to do whatever we have to uncover and lay hold of everything God has for us.
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Additional Scriptures :
1 Timothy 2:1 Palms 119:105 & 130 / Isaiah 55:11/ Matthew 4:1-11 / Revelation 12:9-11
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We are in a time in our nation when the “heat is being turned up”. How do we get by when things come against us and oppress us or bring adversity? Jesus promised that he would overcome the world. Join us as Pastor Jeff speaks to us about the hope we have in these troubled times.
Additional Scriptures :
Romans 13
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Today is “All Saints Day”. Many of us of heard of it but many of us do not understand the meaning of it. Join us as pastor Jeff draws from Scripture relevant information to the “race” we are in and how the saints cheer us on. We all have to run the race of life. However, without the grace and mercy of Christ it can be drudging. What about those who are in Christ? What are the weights that slow us easily ensnare us and slow us down from running well? Today
As a Christian how do you take your temperature? How do you know when you are doing okay in you walk. Join us as Pastor Jeff brings us to an understanding of how God takes our temperatures and how we can keep ourselves healthy.
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What are the results of revival? You may be surprised on the answer? Join us as Pastor Rob, completes his two part series on revival.
Additional Scriptures : 2Coronicles / Revelation 11:2; 2:2-4 / Is. 57:15 / Acts 3:19-20 / Psalm 42:1 & 5
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What is the difference between religious revival and spiritual revival? What is its purpose? Do miracles mark a point or stirring of revival? What about salvations? What hinders revival? What stirs up revival? Where does it begin?
Join us as Pastor Rob, over the next two weeks, helps us understand the true meaning of revival and calms the confusion a lot people have on the subject.
Additional Scriptures : Ephesians 4:26&27 / Luke 15:11-31 / Jeremiah 1:10, 2:2-3&13, 29:10-14 / II Corinthians 7:1 / James 4:7-10 / II Chronicles 7:14
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The Word of God says about its self that it is alive and powerful. In our final message in a series on faith Pastor Jeff shows us how The Word of God is affective to the body, soul and spirit IF we come under submission to it.
Additional Scriptures: Ephesians 2&4 / Romans 7 / Proverbs 1:1-7 , 4:20-27 , 10:11, 13:3, 21:23, 15:28, 16:23&24, Joel 2:28&29,
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Every day the world tells us what we need to be happy in life. Without the Word of God as our filter it's easy for someone to believe that we need these things to be happy. Though we may be unaware of our reliance on martial things; it becomes obvious when, over time, we find ourselves in the same place we were in our relationship with Christ as we were years ago. Our relationship with our creator needs to keep maturing which usually means we need to get rid of our desires for worldly possessions. Join us as Ed shows us or desperate need to be fulfilled and how it can be achieved by setting our hearts on things above rather than things below. Ed also uses an illustration by a student named Ryan Shook who created a short video on this subject.
Additional Scriptures: Colossians 3:2 / James 1:21 / Psalm 86;11, 12
Driving can be learned, but so can faith. And like driving, you can get better at. However, at times it can be dangerous because of inexperience. Faith can be exciting as well as difficult. In any case we are always growing in it. Join us as Pastor Jeff takes us on the next leg of our exciting journey on faith.
Additional Scriptures:
Mark 11:22 , Matthew 17:20
The sermon
Join us as we review the missions of Big Bear Christian Center. Today Pastor Rob will shine a new light on one of the missionaries we support in Costa Rica; Jason Frenn. Click on the notes section of this player for this message to view the Power Points reviewed in today's message. To see the missions we support go to http://www.bigbearchristiancenter.org/giving/missions.htm The focus of our lighthouse lens will be on Faith throughout the remaining weekends September. Won't you join us for these dynamic messages form to encourage and grow you as a believer?
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"Sharat" - refers to the tasks to which the closest servants of God or the king are assigned. Join us as Pastor Jeff shares with us what a mantel means and its importance to our lives. Additional scripture reference : 1 Kings 19:14-21 / Acts 16:1-5 / Numbers 27:18-23 /
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Have you ever had a preoccupation with something that kept you from doing anything that would distract you from what you were doing?
Art Mealer said, "Worship is a constant preoccupation with God that results in costly obedience and offering Him things we value."
Using Abraham as a character reference Pastor Jeff speaks to us about having a preoccupation with the constant worship of God.
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Additional scripture reference : Hebrews 13:15
During August the focus of our Lighthouse lens is on “prayer and fellowship with the Father”. We encourage you to use the worship time during service to reinforce application (how to) of prayer and worship skills; you might even use a few minutes of this time to be quiet and listen for HIS voice after you worship. Then journal or write down some of the things you felt Him saying to express what you heard!
Additional scripture references: Ephesians 5:18-21, Nehemiah 8:10-13
In a world where everything seems to screams at us to occupy our time, like Twitter, Facebook, and MySpace, we feel connected but because we try to keep up with everyone's status we don't have time to build relationship and community with them. Yet God wants us to mature our walk and follow after Him. Joins us as Pastor Jeff shares with us from scripture the essential things we need to build relationship with the Father and realize what he has called you to.
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Join us as Ted Rose Jr. delivers a message that God has put on his hear to share to the Church of America. Here is a short bio on Ted, his family and his ministry: Ted has been married to his wife Dee for 27 years. They have 3 grown children, Teddy age 24, Johnny age 21, and Tiffany age 18. They also have their dog "Disney" and cat "Kitty" They currently have their home in Sacramento, California.
26 + Years Prayer - Intercession - Prayer Mobilization
Founder & Current President of WORLDWIDE PRAYER for 17 Years
National Day of Prayer Task Force Current California State Coordinator
Founder & Director of California Capitol Prayer Watch Daily Prayer at Capitol since 1992
Founder & President of Pray America for 18 Years
Originator of the ArmorBearer Prayer Network Prayer Network dedicated to Praying for Pastor's & Ministry Leaders
Sacramento Prayer Center 24 Hour Prayer Center Founded by Dick Eastman Assistant Director in his early 20's
Pastor of Prayer on Staff to Several Churches
Executive Director of Prayer Center Ministries for 10 years
California For Jesus - State Prayer Coordinator - 4 Years
March for Jesus - Capitol Prayer Coordinator for 3 Years
Change the World School of Prayer Instructor - For Dick Eastman's Change the World Ministries & Every Home for Christ for 7 Years
Prayer Offices across from State Capitol 24 Hour Prayer Room Personal Prayer Intercessor For Legislators and their Staff.
Serves on Executive Board and Committee's for numerous Regional, National & International Prayer Initiatives
Confidential Intercessor for Pastors for 20+ plus years. For more information on Ted and his ministry go to: www.worldwideprayer.com
During August the focus of our Lighthouse lenses is on "prayer and fellowship with the Father". We encourage you to use the worship times, during service, to reinforce application (how to) of prayer and worship skills; you might even use a few minutes of these times to be quiet and listen for HIS voice after you worship. Then journal or write down some of the things you felt Him saying!
Additional scripture references : Luke 11:5-13 / Luke 18:1-14 / John 6:29
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Join us as Evangelist Chris Klock speaks a powerful message to the body of Christ after preaching at the tent meetings for the last six days.
The media wants us to believe that our nation is hopeless and that our fabric is unraveling. For a Christian this is dangerous to believe without first filtering it through the Scriptures. We have a hope and an awakening is coming that will redirect our faith into the hope and calling of Jesus Christ. Join us as Pastor Jeff shares with us on this subject.
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When and how did you come to Christ? What were the circumstances that led you to Jesus? Join us as Pastor Jeff invites us to Come TO the Cross, Pass THROUGH the Cross, CARRY the Cross and Get ON the Cross.
Additional scripture references : Acts 9:1-22 / Galatians 6:14 / Galatians 2:20 / Colossians 2:20 / Mark 8:34-37 don't read 38 yet / Philippians 3:1-10 / Mark 8:38 / Luke 22:39-42 / Romans 12:1 / Philippians 1:21 / John 4:34, 5:30, 6:38 & 8:29
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Message regarding vision givn to General William Both Founder of Salvation Army-Put into Modern English by Kieth Green
Don't miss this message! Join us as Pastor Jeff brings us a report of his trip to Waco, Texas to the Cell Symposium and shares with us the importance of corporate prayer and fasting in this hour for our nation. Join us for Call to Fall next Sunday, July 5th. Go to www.Call2Fall.com for more info.
Additional scripture references :
Ezra 8:21-23; 31-32 / I Peter 5:5b-7 / 2 Chronicles 7:14 / Joel 1:14 / Gen 1:1 / Lev 26 / Dt 28 / Ps 9:17 / Is 45:5-7 & 24:12 / Acts 17:30-31 / Lk 12:48 / Dt 28:1-13 / Josh 24:13 / Ps 33:12 / Is 5:4 / Dt 4:31 / Neh 4:14 / Pr 13:22 / Lam 1:16 / Mal 4:6 / 2 Cor 12:14 / Dt 6:5-9 / Mt 5:13-16 / Ps 94:16 / Is 56:10-11 / Eze 3:17-19 / Dan 11:32 / Amos 3:7-8 & 5:24 / Ps 11:3; 33:12; 127:1 / Pr 14:34 / Lk 6:47-49 / 1 Cor 3:11-13 / Ex 18:21 / Dt 18:15, 18-20; Pr 28:4; 29:2 / Is 33:22 & 59:14 / Eze 33:1-11 / Jdg 2:10 / Ps 11:3 / Pr 29:13 / Jer 2:19-32 / Dan 9:3-19 / Rom 1:28-32 / 1 Kg 8:22-53 / 2 Chr 7:14 / Neh 4:14 / Joel 1:14; 2:12-18 / Dt 8:19-20 / Josh 24:20 / Ezra 10:1-3 / Ps 9:17 / Is 5:5-6 / Jonah 3:8-10 / Ex 5:6-14 / Dt 28:14-68 / Pr 6:17 / Rom 13:3-4 / Rev 2:5, 16; 3:3, 19
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As children of earthly fathers we tend to look upon our father in heaven in a similar light as to how our fathers raised us. This is not necessarily a good thing. Join us as this Father
What are the traits of a good soldier? Have you felt lately that you are being attacked from all sides? Does it feel like you are constantly in a battle? Or maybe you feel somewhat the opposite; you want to do more for the Lord and His Kingdom but you are wondering where to start. How do you become a soldier in the Lord's army? Join us today as pastor encourages us to take on and develop the traits of a good soldier.
Additional scripture references :
Hebrews 13:7&17 / 1 John 4:1 / Romans 14:12 / Galatians 6:5 / Romans 12:10 / Galatians 5:13 / Ephesians 5:21 / Philippians 2:3&4 / Ephesians 6:10-18 / Hebrews 2:10-11 / II Timothy 2:3-4 / II Corinthians 5:9 / I Thessalonians 2:4 / II Corinthians 10:3-5 / Philippians 3:12-16 / II Timothy 4:6-8 / Romans 12:6-8 / I Corinthians 12 / Ephesians 4:11-12 / I Timothy 1:18 / I Corinthians 9: 24-27 / I Corinthians 6:19-20 / Luke 9:57-62 / Luke 8:14 / I Timothy 6:6-10 / II Timothy 2:3-4
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Pastor Jeff talks with us about discipleship and shares with us who the new “timothy”. Join us he shares with us this exciting news with us.
Today Pastor Jeff links us with 220 nations of the world in “crying out” to God. Join us as we review passages of scripture that demonstrate “principles of prayer” that the Lord is guiding us into for a corporate response. We will be pointing our efforts toward PRAYER FIRST this coming Friday night 7-8:30pm! As a result we will not be having Saturday night service here on June 6th instead we will meet corporately for the Sunday Celebration Service. Please be sure to pass the word around and we hope to see you for Prayer First this Friday.
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Abandonment of self is one of the things that come when we cry out to God. Join us as Pastor Jeff reviews with us God's promises to hear us when we call. When we do He brings new hope of obtaining solutions to the various life issues we face each day. In today's message we learn to seek Him with our whole heart and get Encouragement and to be equipped to “call on God” in faith, expecting Him to answer.
Additional scripture references :
Matthew 7:7-11
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Transition can be difficult and at timess discouraging. However, if it is led by the Lord we can be assured that though the transition may be tough there is a greater result at the end. Join us today as Pastor Jeff deals with the topic of discouragement in transition. How it occurs, the different types, the results, and gives us biblical examples of people who came out of their trying times and overcame into righteousness.
Additional scripture references :
Proverbs 13:12 / Proverbs 15:13 / Proverbs 17:22 / Numbers 11:15 / Joshua 7:7 / 1 Kings 19:4 / Job 10:1 / Psalm 42; 69:1-3; 73:16; 137:1 / Jeremiah 20:14-18 / 2 Chronicles 32:1-23 / Psalm 34: especially vs 7 / Nehemiah 9:27 / Psalm 119:67 / Hebrews 12:3 / John 16:33 / Hebrews 4:14-16 / Isaiah 61:1-3
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The simplest, repetitive act of devotion to a cause will conduct a person, or people, toward a heart & mindset of continuance and faithfulness to that cause.
In the same way, each of our homes must be, or become, a training center where simple and repetitive acts of devotion are conducted daily; Not just for political or national cause but for the cause of Christ and His Kingdom.
This Mother's Day, join us as Pastor Jeff shows us how important a home structured and founded on the principles of Christ is. In light of the current swine flu breakout in Mexico the only gatherings that the government allowed were cell groups and those that numbered under 30.
Additional scripture references : 2Timothy 3:14-16 / Ephesians 6:4 / Psalm 139:24 / Jeremiah 17:9&10 / Psalm 19:12
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Drawing from the Bible, America's history, past presidents, people in high positions and their statements, policies, procedures, documents and the influence they had; Pastor Jeff speaks about prayer and how essential it is to the Christian life. On Thursday, May 5th at 7pm at Community Church by the Lake, is the National Day of Prayer. We are encouraging all of our Lighthouse keepers and their members to attend this national event.
Additional scripture references: Romans 16:18-20
Today is the day after our Encounter. Pastor Jeff brings us an exhortation to continually allow the power of God to have complete and total reign in our lives. Even as Christians we have particular areas in our lives that we cannot conquer by our own strength. But to bear fruit and be used to our fullest we need to overcome these areas. Join us as Pastor Jeff gives us strong practical ways to let the Lord into that particular area of your life and have it conquered once and for all!
Additional scripture references :
John 15:1-8, 16&17 / Psalm 139 / Galatians 2:20 / 2 Corinthians 5:17 / John 10:10 / Luke 10:19
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Today we examine what happened on the road to Emmaus after Jesus had been crucified. What were the feelings of the disciples? What was going through their heads? What an exciting moment it must have been when, as the bible says, their “eyes were opened” and they saw that Jesus had been eating and fellowship with them. Join us as we find life examples through this seemingly disheartening time and find ways Jesus shows us that he will never leave us nor forsake us.
Additional scriptures :
4) Mk 6:41 Luke 22:13-35
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Join us today, Easter Sunday, as Pastor Jeff talks with us about the impetuousness of Peter on that first Easter when our Savior rose from the grave. Pastor Jeff shows us the restoration process Jesus took Peter through after His resurrection and shows us that there is no “great divide” so great that Jesus can not restore us from.
Additional scriptures :
John 21:1-19 / 1 John 1:9
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Today is Palm Sunday and Pastor Jeff shares with us the significance of the triumphal entry and what Jesus has made available for us through his sacrifice.
Additional scriptures : Malachi 3:1-3 / Matthew 21:14 / Hebrews 4:14-16 / Hebrews 9:11-15 / Hebrews 10:19-25 / John 16:7 / Luke 24:49 / Acts 1:4-8 / Acts 1:14 & 2:1, 33 / John 14:12 / Luke 10:19 ( and vss.1-2, 9, 17) / 1 John 4:4 / Mark 16:14-18 / 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 / Revelation 12:11 / Romans 6:14; 8:1-2, 11, 14, 28, 31, 35-39 / 1 John 3:8 / 2 Corinthians 5:17, 21
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In this celebration Pastor Jeff announces the completion of phase one in the transition of leadership of Big Bear Christian Center. Pastor Mike Erickson has been appointed as Senior pastor of the Big Bear Foursquare Church in answer to our prayers. Parallels are drawn from 2Chronicles 29.
What does the Spirit of God want to say to us? How do we hear His voice? How would you like to know some key ways to hear Him? Join us as Pastor Jeff posses the important question, “How will we develop a cognate response when he speaks to us?” and gives us relevant ways to hear the voice of the Lord.
Additional scriptures:
John 4:23 / Hebrews 12:2 / Psalm 5:3 / Daniel 6:10 / 1Kinsgs 3:11-15 / Philippians 2:6-8 / 1 Kings 19:11 / 2 Chronicles 15:2 / Jeremiah 29:13 / 1 Samuel 15:22 / Psalm 138:6 / James 4:6 / 1 Peter 5:5 / Matthew 6:5 / Matthew 6:12, 14-15 / 2 Kings 3:11-15 / 1 Samuel 16:14-23 / Psalm 34:18 / Psalm 5:3 / Daniel 6:10 / John 10:1-6, 14, 27 / 1 Samuel 3 / Psalm 66:18
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Some say confidence comes from experience. But what about people like Abraham, Moses and Joshua, to name a few? God chose these people to do things that they have never done before and they did it with such power and anointing. When people experienced God and they get direction from Him they move with confidence as if they had years of experience. Why? Join us today as Pastor Richard Murongi from Africa answers this question and brings us an encouraging word about remaining and dwelling in the presence of God.
We apologize for the poor recording at the begining of this message. A microphone went out and was replace about 3-5minutes into pastor Richard's Message.
Additional scriptures :
Psalm 23 / 2Coronicles 7:14 / Psalm 37:4 / John 16:3
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Discipleship requires relationship. But what's the difference between Discipleship and Mentorship. Join us today as Pastor Jeff speaks on the urgency of this distinction in our lives.
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Pastor Jeff begins a conversation on transitioning the church to new leadership.
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Join us today as Jerry and Wilma VanDerVeen from Wings of Peace Ministries and IIFGF GISI, who minister in the radical county of Indonesia, minister to us and bring us an incredible message of hope and encouragement. Go to http://www.ifgf.org/ for information on their ministry.
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To be sold out to God is a lot bigger statement than what is seen at face value. It's not about a checklist but it's about a heart attitude that strives to have a passion to know Christ. A passion to die and let Christ live his life in us; to count all things as loss for the sake of Christ; to be a living sacrifice, a drink offering. The call to discipleship is a call to be sold out to being totally committed to Christ. It's without a doubt a radical commitment.
Join us as Pastor Mike challenges and encourages us to elevate our heart attitudes into being more “sold out” then ever before.
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Additional Scriptures:
Romans 12:1 / Mark 12:28-34 / Psalm 51:16-17 / Hebrews 13:15-16 / 1Samuel 15:21-22 / 1Samuel 7:3 / Psalms 139:23&24 / Revelation 3:14-22
Healthy personal relationships enrich life, and God wants us to live in harmony with others. Probably no relationship is more important, and life altering, than the decision about the person you marry. In this message from Pastor Jeff we look at some guidelines to help us make good decisions when looking for a life partner. These guidelines can also be adapted to a selection of close friends.
Additional Scriptures:
Esther 6:6
America is facing one of its worst financial crises in almost a century. Now, more than ever, we must know how to make good financial decisions that we stick to. We cannot change our minds from day to day and hour to hour. We must develop a long-term, sound financial plan based on the principles of God's Word.
In the second of a series of messages on decisions, Pastor Jeff gives us biblical principles on financial decisions. Join us as Pastor Jeff gives us six questions to ask when it comes to deciding what to do with your money.
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Additional Scriptures Referenced:
Deuteronomy 28; Proverbs 16:11; Leviticus 19:36; Ezekiel 45:10; Ephesians 4:25-32-esp. v. 28; Matthew 7:12; Amos 3:3; Matthew 18:19; Genesis 2:23-24; 2 Corinthians 6:14; Proverbs 17:18 & 22:26-27 & 15:22; Matthew 14:20; Mark 6:43; Luke 9:17; John 6:13; Matthew 25:14-30; Psalm 24:1; 50:12; Job 41:11; Matthew 6:24; 1 Timothy 6:10; Ephesians 4:17-24
We are all faced with decisions, at some point in our lives. The decisions we make have the potential of steering a multitude circumstances in our life. Whether their right or wrong we need to have some type of value system in which we base them on. Join us as Pastor Jeff takes on a series of messages based on decisions. Today
. Big Bear Christian Center is a non-denominational, cell-based Christian church that exists to preach the Gospel to the unsaved, disciple the saved and equip each believer to fulfill the Great Commission. . Someone once said “People need to be reminded more than they need to be corrected.” . Join us as pastor Jeff takes us through an encouraging reminder of the mission of Big Bear Christian Center and an exciting vision of where we
Pastor Mike brings us a report on his and Trish's 2009 Kenya Tip
Dr. Michael Erickson has been going to Kenya since 1998 and his wife Trish since 2000. In the year 2000 Big Bear Christian Center was given the apostolic oversight for the churches in the Kirinyaga district at the time there were only two or three churches. Today the work has produced 17 indigenous national churches and has given birth to two new districts in Machakos and one in Maralal.
Go to http://www.bigbearchristiancenter.org for more info on this powerful ministry.
Who are the poor? Who are the needy? What is our responsibility to them? Is community important? Though these may seem like simple questions, they have a few difficult answers for us. This weekend Pastor Jeff takes on the final tour of the Truth Project. Join us as we explore our Christian world view in these areas.
Introduction from the Truth Project: For this final installment of our “worldview tour” we will head southeast and gaze upon the face of God as it is revealed to us in the last of our six social spheres: the sphere of Community and Involvement. Here, perhaps more than in any other sphere or field of inquiry, we will have an opportunity to draw near to the Creator and learn what it is that has compelled Him to draw near to us. We will find that the God of the Scriptures is in fact the Lord of the lonely, the Savior of the outcast, the Defender of the defenseless, and the Sustainer of all who find themselves in need. Our call is to become like Him by discovering what it means to not only love Him, but to love our neighbor.
Additional Scriptures: Duet 6:4-9 & 8:18 / Proverbs 19:17 / Psalm 41:1
Other Truth Project References: Matt 19:16-17 / 1 Sam 2:1-10 / Job 5:11, 15 / Psa 12:5 / Psa 35:10 / Psa 22:4 / Psa 138:6 / Isa 57:15 / Lev 19:18 / Gal 5:13-14 / Rom 13:8-10 / James 2:8 / Matt 25:33-36 / Matt 22:37-40 / Prov 14:21 / Matt 5:43-44 / Prov 28:27 / Deut 15:11 / 1 John 3:17 / Deut 24:14 / Job 5:15 / John 17:6 / Amos 4:13 / Isa 65:1-2 / Matt 23:37-38 / Matt 11:28-29 / 2 Cor 3:18 / Luke 1:51-52 / James 4:6,10 / Col 3:11 / 1 Pet 5:5-6 / 2 Cor 10:1 / John 13 / John 14:4-9 / 2 Tim 1:7 / Col 4:5-6 / Jonah 4:9-11 / Heb 11 / 2 Tim 2:15 / Jer 20:9 / Heb 2:15
(Lots of media in this one!) In this month's CY Celebration Ed talks to with us about the importance of us having a resolve to go deeper with God in 2009. Ed proposes that we take on a spiritual revolution in our own lives by making a resolution to revolutionize our spiritual walk. If you would like to be a part of the challenge Ed presents at the end of his message please email him at edbreyer@bigbearchristiancenter.org
Psalm 119:1-2 / 102:5-7 Genesis 1:1 / 26-31
Today we get back on track with the themes reflected in our weekly Truth Project lessons. Join us as Pastor Jeff speaks to us about our responsibility, as Christians, in our labor and/or daily work routines.
We will have found that creative labor is a vital element of God
This weekend is the weekend before Christmas. Traditionally we use the term “Merry Christmas” to great people during the holidays. Of course there is a minority, yes that's right a MINORITY that wishes to take out the term “Merry Christmas” and replace it with the term “Happy Holidays” because of the religious connotations behind it. Though this is ridiculous to most of us it nevertheless remains that these activists do more to change the term than we do to keep it. Those of us apposed to this new term try to make a difference by not shopping at stores that adopt this concept. And it works. Sometimes, however, we get so involved with this hustle and bustle of the holidays, and the political correctness that is moving in with such force, that we tend to forget to take time to reflect on the magnificence and significance of the season. This is our Savior. This is our God. Incarnate! What gifts do we have to bring Him this year? Do you ever ponder the scenes of the nativity? How about what Mary must have been going through: being someone around 12-16 years old. Growing up in economical crises and turmoil. Unable to control her economy. Unable to change her circumstances. Yet she rejoiced because she new that God was not out of control. She was a young lady who was obviously well versed in the scriptures because in the moment of overwhelming joy, she sings the Song of Mary in Luke2:46-55, which reflects the song that Hannah sang in 1Samuel 2:1-10.
If you get a chance this Christmas season we strongly recommend you taking the time to watch the movie “The Nativity Story” with out any interruptions so that perhaps you get a different view of what is more than just a story.
John 1:1-3; Proverbs 8:22-36; 1Corinthians 3:11; Jude 24-25
This week, as a precursor to this week's Truth Project, Pastor Jeff talks about the encroachment of secularism on our Christian Judeo beliefs as a nation. Some of the information shared may surprise you. There is a secular underlining work in the world today that wants to totally eradicate God from our history books. Revisionists will take out what they want and only teach what they believe you need to know. By doing so our youth today only gets a piece of where our great nation came from. Listen in to today's message and get a piece of the picture. We are called to be lights in the darkess of this age. With clips from Pastor Joel Johnston, who was taxed over $100K for giving out Bibles and other benevolent gifts, and a clip from this week's Truth Project, this will prove to be a message you won't want to miss.
Additional scripture references in this week's Truth Project: Isaiah 33:22; Revelation 2:5; Romans 13:1-6; Hosea 13:6; Deuteronomy 8:10-20
KENYA SEND-OFF WEEKEND! On Monday Pastor Mike and Trish Erickson will head of to Kenya to begin a month of ministry in the Kirinyaga district. To start this service, Pastor Mike, connects us to the people of Kenya by sharing with us the schedule for this year
Pastor Jeff speaks to us about our lives in Christ. A simple message. However, one that we tend to forget. The world seems to press in around us and for those of us that aren
As another prequel to this week��"s Truth Project, Pastor Jeff, using the book of Colossians, answers the question, “Am I Alone?” Join us as we discover the mystery of our union with the Trinity.
Additional Scripture references from this week��"s Truth Project: Ephesians 5:31-32; John 15:5; John 17; 1 Corinthians 12:12-31; Ephesians 2:19-22, 4:11-16; Galatians 3:28-29; John 13:34-35; Romans 12:10, Ephesians 4:2; Colossians 3:16; 1 Peter 1:22; John 3:7; John 14:16-17; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 2:20; Numbers 15:38-39
Whose story is history? Maybe the answer should be found in the way the word should be spelled. - i.e. “HisStory”
Dr. Del Tacket said, “What you believe in the present is determined by what you know n the past.”
In this weeks message Pastor Jeff continues our tour through the Truth project by speaking on the truth of history and giving us seven ways on how God reveals himself to us.
Additional scriptures: Isaiah 45:1-7, Ezra 1, 1 Corinthians 10: 11, Psalm 19:1, Romans2:14, Exodus 24:12, John 1:14, Romans 15:4, Hebrews 8:7, 2 Corinthians 3:1-3
Election day is almost here, and if you don't believe that America is the land of promise, just listen to some of the polotiians,: Promise, promise, Promise. A 4 year old tugged on her dad who had been watching politial ads, beggig him to stop and read her a fariy tale. Weary of seeing all these endless ads, he agreed and started reading the fairy tale, but she intrrupted him, looked up into his face and asked, "Daddy, do all fairy tales begin with: Once upon a time?" he responded, :"No sweetheart, most fairy tales begin with: 'And when I'm elected..." Sad But true...
This week we take another break from our serries following the Truth Project and speak about how we, as childred of God, need to vote for the values and moral principles found in His Word.
In this distract celebration of Youth and College age lighthouses, Ed helps prepare us for annual tract bombing experience in the village. Using Kirk Cameron and Ray Comfort's message from the Truth Project Ed leads us through the step by step process of sharing your faith and helps reduce the fear that comes from confronting someone of their eternal destiny.
"Every Christian will vote one of three ways". Today we stray away from our series following the Truth Project to talk about the responsibility God has given us, as Christians, to influence and use our freedoms to the glory of God not only in our everyday lives but especially during this election season. Following a brief presentation from Gideon��"s International, Pastor Jeff will take us on this journey by relating this responsibility to the parable of the talents in Matthew 25.
Additional scripture reference: 2John 7-11
In our series following the Truth Project, Pastor Jeff takes our fourth tour and gives us a 7x7 way to know God. Not an exhaustive list but a simple easy to follow way to get closer to our creator.
Make sure you get in a Lighthouse group this week to catch the fourth tour on Theology led by Del Tackett.
Additional Scriptures:
Genesis 22:8, Exodus 15:26 & 17:15, Judges 6:24, Isaiah 40:11, John 10, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Exodus 5:5, & vs13-14, John 8:58, Isaiah 9:6, John 10:30, Genesis 22:14, Mathew 16:24-26, Acts 2,
Man, though created perfect, rebelled against God, is now fallen, his heart desperately wicked Vs. Man is basically good
Man needs divine grace, regeneration and redemption Vs. Man must save himself through self-oriented pursuits.
In our third message of our 13 part series on, following-or rather preceding- the Truth Project, Pastor Jeff talks about our humanity and what God thinks of us as his creation.
In our Lighthouses this week we will be watching part 3 as Dr. Del Tackett takes through what the bible says about Anthropology. We encourage you to join one of our Lighthouses as we go through this life transforming time.
Additional Scriptures: Genesis 1-22, Romans 5:12, Jeremiah 17-9-10, Galatians 5:16-17, Revelation 20:15, Hebrews 9:27-28, Romans 3:23, Romans 5:8, Revelation 5:8-10, John 3:16, Acts 17:28, Hebrews 2:6-9
"Do you really believe that what you believe is really real?" ~Dr. Del Tacket~
Part 2 of our series following the Truth Project Pastor Mike talks to us about the antithesis of world truth vs. Biblical Truth in the ways of Philosophy and Ethics of our culture. If we really believe what we believe is really real then we would live, act, think and behave differently. In this message we also study the differences of the secular & Biblical world truths. Only 63% of Christians today believe that Jesus lived a sinless life which means that 37% believe that Jesus sinned. That tells us that those 37% of Christians don't even believe what they believe. Also, only 58% even believe that Satan exists and only 3% will ever lead someone to Jesus. We need to up our understanding of what we believe and let Jesus transform our thinking so that we have a biblical value system. Additional Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:18 and Romans 12:1&2
This week Pastor Jeff's message is on Veritology; the study of Truth. A brief talk about Propisition8 stars off our time together. Then Pastor Jeff speaks to us a little about how worship was led in the Old Testament. We finish off this short time with Ed passing off the baton, as Asaph (Head Worship Leader), to Jaden Tunnell. Finally, for the next 13 weeks our messages will be in line with the Truth Project curriculum. Then the week's session will be followed up within your lighthouse group during the following week. We highly encourage you to check out a Lighthouse group so you can see this study by Dr. Del Tackett. To find a lighthouse go to our home page and click on the drop down menu titled "Lighthouses" then click on "Locate One". Or go to: http://www.bigbearchristiancenter.org/celebrations/messages.htm
Intro: Protect Marriage/Prop. 8 Simulcasts comming up. Will you be attending one? Go to http://www.protectmarriage.com/ for dates and times in your area.
Additional Scripture Referances for today's message: 2 Samuel Ch. 15-17; 2 Chronicles 20:12-22; Psalms 91:1-16; Psalms 1:1-6; Jeremiah 17:5-8; Psalms 66:8-12; Psalms 27:1-14; Philippians 4:4-9; 1 Peter 1:3-8; Hebrews 12:2
COUNSEL IN TIMES OF CRISIS The newspapers across America all have headlines detailing accounts of a staggering economy. Reports verify seven hundred billion dollars of investor money has been wiped out in just one week. You add to all of that the impact of the recent Hurricane Ike that hit the gulf coast and the train wreck in California. Unless you have endured one of these natural events, or had opportunity to visit the site of one of these devastated areas, it is nearly impossible to know what the folks who have been affected are going through. Our families have been exposed to some of the things mentioned. What do we say to them? How do we help one another cope with our fears? The first thing we should counsel is not to panic. Our faith is in God, not in money. We have all been in these tight spots before and we will survive this challenge. Be patient. The second thing we must do is encourage one another. Do not despair. We, as believers in Christ, have a marvelous opportunity in this time of crisis to show where our foundations are strongest. Be wise. Make the best decisions you can to minimize your losses. Keep your credit card debt low. Save instead of spend and turn to trusted counsel. Increase your faith practices. Don't miss cell & celebration. Sing, worship, pray, read, and assemble. Be in places where you will feel protected, not threatened. "Give thanks in all circumstances" (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Remember that God knows your situation. He cares. Do not fret. Jesus says, "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life?" (Matt. 6:27). Paul writes, "May the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way" (2 Thess. 3:16). Amen! Most of this was plagiarized from H. B. London, Jr. and adapted for Big Bear Christian Center's terminology! Please don't send me to jail. :O)
Are you ready for the Truth Project? Do you have tickets? And if so what are you doing to prepare yourself for it? Need more info on the truth project? Check out http://www.thetruthproject.org/ Today Pastor Jeff uses 4 Biblical characters: Moses, David, Paul & Peter, to speak to us about transformation that comes when God moves in your life. Romans 12:2
Moses Exodus 3:1-12
David I Samuel 16 Psalm 21, 51 2 Sam 11&12
Paul Acts 9
Peter Matt 16:7-21 Ch17 Ch26 John 21 Acts 2
Ephesians 4:17-24
Guest speaker David Ogren, US Director of Missions for http://www.irrtv.org/ , talks to our Lighthouse groups about the Circle of Forgiveness.
Guest speaker David Ogren, US Director of Missions for http://www.irrtv.org/ , talked about the victory of Gods mercy over judgment in our lives. James 2:13
David Ogren of IRR/TV.org US Director of Mission, shares about the ministry of http://www.irrtv.org/ and then talks to us about comming to a place of deperation for God and total dependance on Him.
Pastor Jeff shares on Philippians 1:21, and it's application in our lives. What does it mean "To live is Christ, to die is gain"?
Pastor Jeff speaks about the principles of reaping and sowing in our lives. Learning to be people who give openly with our lives and our resources.
Pastor Mike continues in the 3rd of his 'Who is God' series with the Holy Spirit. A comprehensive look into the character and nature of the 3rd person of the Trinity and why we need His power in our lives.
Understanding our need to go "back to school" in the Word of God. We must challenge our faith by continuing to grow no matter where you are in the Christian walk. Be a student of the Word and know what God says!
Pastor Mike shares his second message in his 'Who is God?' series about the person of Jesus.
The first in the 4 part series 'Who is God?'. Pastor Mike talks about the nature of God the Father.
Ed uses media to talk to us about how God wants to completely transform us from the inside out. Not change out behavior or appearance but make us completely new people.