New Colony Baptist Church: Recent Episodes
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If you could choose where to put your life savings, which would you choose? A child's toy piggy bank or Fort Knox? For most of us, the answer would be the security of an armored facility, correct?
In today's message, Lead Pastor Dave Flannery shows us that putting our faith in Jesus Christ offers us the peace and security of eternal life.
Enjoy!
Can you imagine the joy and delight that Olympic Gold medalist, Ben Johnson must have felt as he won the 100 meter sprint at the Olympic games in Seoul Korea, 1988?
He broke the world's record in that event and was crowned the champion. Unfortunately, his victory was cut short when it was announced by the International Olympic Committee that he had used a banned substance to gain the victory.
In the message today, Pastor Sam Taylor reminds us that victory in the Christian life does not happen as a result of doing whatever it takes, but doing it for the glory of God.
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If someone asked you to define God in one word, what word would you use? The scripture uses the word love to help us understand God's nature. But we should not think we can also reverse the statement to say "love is god," because that would be inaccurate.
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery helps us to understand the love of God more accurately in 1 John 4:7-21.
Let's dig in.
How do you know if what you hear is true or false? Today it is harder than ever because the internet is open to anyone's views or interpretations. In fact, 38% of Americans have openly admitted to sharing false information.
In today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery, we will see how we can know the true Spirit of God versus a false spirit.
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Do you believe in absolute truth? Regardless of your answer, you have just made a statement about truth.
In today's Mother's Day message from Lead Pastor, Dave Flannery, helps us to know the truth about our Savior and King.
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Have you ever seen someone perform CPR? If you have, you can relate to the urgency of the procedure to bring the patient back to life.
Likewise, a prayer for revival is a passionate prayer for God to bring people back to faith in God. Today, Pastor Dave Flannery talks about our need for fasting and prayer for revival.
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If you were given the keys to the sweetest set of wheels or the fastest car, like a Lamborghini or Porsche per se, and you could take it out any time you wanted, how often would you use it? If you loved driving and being seen in gorgeous cars, you would probably show it off as much as possible, right?
God has given us access to something more beautiful, more powerful, and may I say, life-changing in the gift of prayer.
In today's message, Lead Pastor Dave Flannery urges us to take advantage of this amazing gift of prayer for those who are hurting and those in need. God is available if we would call on his name.
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How would you feel if someone you cared about would not speak with you or listen when you talk? It would be painful, right?
In this week's message, Pastor Dave Flannery shares the privilege we have of being able to approach God in prayer confidently.
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We all love something sweet, like a piece of candy occasionally, right? There is nothing wrong with it. It could be considered a gift from God. Sometimes, however, we must set aside the gift to focus on the giver.
In today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery, we will see how fasting can be a form of spiritual discipline.
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Have you ever thought of food as a gift from God?
If so, it may be something we get excited about every day. Fasting then is not simply skipping a meal but setting aside the gift to focus on the giver
Today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to see the importance and purpose of fasting.
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How many of us have ever thought about Passion week, Good Friday and Easter as being played out on a battlefield? Probably not most of us, right?
In today's message from Easter Sunday, Dave Flannery, lead pastor at New Colony will be showing us that Jesus was in enemy occupied territory during the final days of his life.
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Can you think of anything of greater value than the love of God? What could there be? God's love endures forever!
In this Palm Sunday message from Pastor Dave Flannery, we learn about the love God displayed in sending Jesus to pay the ransom for our sin. Enjoy!
Join us for our Good Friday service on March 29th at 6:30pm, and Easter at 10:45am.
Have you ever noticed how the more two people spend time together, the more they reflect one another?
As we spend time together in relationship with Jesus we will be a reflection of him to those around us.
Today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery is found in 1 John 3 and 4. Enjoy!
Scripture offers an incredible promise to those who believe in Jesus. He will return for his own!
How do we prepare for that day? Does it bring us anxiety or great joy? If we truly look forward to his return, we should do so with great joy and anticipation, just like a child who is looking forward to his or her dad coming home after a long journey or service in the military.
Today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to consider the return of our Savior. If you do not know him, today is as good a day as any.
Enjoy.
Love is an essential element in the early church, in the life of Jesus, and for every believer who follows him. God expects us to love Him with every fiber of our being and to love one another.
In this week's message, Pastor Ron Huffman helps us to see how important love is from 1 Corinthians 13. Enjoy!
Maturity is a process. It's like a destination that takes time to reach, but each day that we run the race, facing the battles with Jesus, the stronger and more mature we become.
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will talk about spiritual growth and how we need one another as we fight the good fight.
If you have a bible, open it to 1 John 2 and enjoy!
Have you ever had to take a test or pass an exam? Most of us have experienced this at one time or another, whether in school or for a certification or degree. In any situation, to pass a test we are required to study and be faithful to the laws.
In today's podcast, Pastor Dave Flannery reminds us that obeying God's commands reveals our true faith. His greatest command is that we would love one another.
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Have you ever experienced the uncertainty or fear that comes when a meteorologist talks of an impending hurricane? If you live in certain parts of the United States or elsewhere, you might have learned to expect these crazy weather events and therefore we don't respond as we should.
In today's message from 1 John 1:8 - 2:2, Pastor Dave Flannery will talk about the three responses to sin in our lives.
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What does it mean to be a Christian?
Is it enough to have parents who were churchgoers, or to call ourselves something that we are not? Jesus calls us to follow Him.
In today's message from 1 John 1:5-10, Pastor Dave Flannery will share what it looks like to be a true follower of Christ.
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Do you see God as being able to provide for all that you could ask or imagine, or have you limited what God can do in your life because of doubt or unbelief?
In today's message, Nick Scarpa will share how God is all-powerful, knows everything and is present when we need Him. Our God is a Mighty Fortress!
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As we close out the year 2023, would you say that your life is one that is marked by joy?
Today, we begin a series from 1 John where Pastor Dave Flannery will show us that true life and joy can be experienced best in Jesus Christ.
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Christmas brings with it many emotions, including joy, anxiety, and feelings of emptiness. In today's message from Luke 2, Pastor Dave Flannery shares the hope this season should bring.
Grab your bible and join us as we celebrate Christmas.
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We all have different views on Christmas and how we celebrate it, but have we considered what it really is about?
Today Pastor Enson from the local Haitian church unpacks how we can understand the most important part of Christmas from the vantage point of John 3:16.
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How important is peace in a time of chaos? Most of us would agree that it is very important because no one wants to live a life of instability and uncertainty. However, we often settle on a peace that does not last.
In today's message from Pastor Dave Flannery, we will see that God offers us a peace that goes beyond what the world can make available to us.
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Have you ever had a time in your life when it felt like your world was collapsing? Maybe you lost a loved one, or you faced a health crisis.
Where can we find hope during hopeless times?
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will show us from Isaiah chapter 9 that Jesus's birth brings light in our darkness.
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What commandment is the second most important according to Jesus?
It may seem like a strange question, but it is a very important one, because Jesus tells us in Mark 12:28-31 that it is second only to loving God.
Learn why in today's message.
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What brings you the most joy?
It may seem like a simple question, but often we allow our emotions to dictate what that joy feels like. At the birth of Jesus, shepherds were met by angels in the fields who proclaimed good news of great joy.
The good news that they brought was related to the birth of Jesus who would take away the sin of the world.
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery shares a message of the joy that is lasting and life-changing. Enjoy!
What was the difference between the unschooled, ordinary fishermen who followed Jesus from the shores of Jerusalem to the apostles who turned the world upside down? Answer: Holy Spirit Power!
In this week's message, Pastor Dave Flannery uncovers the gift that empowered the disciples and all believers.
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The word tongues can bring up a lot of debate and discussion in the Christian faith. What does it mean? What can we know about it?
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will seek to help us learn what scripture teaches about this seemingly controversial subject.
If you've got a bible handy, turn to 1 Corinthians 14:1-12. Enjoy!
We all like receiving gifts, right? But what about when a gift is given without love? It doesn't feel quite the same.
Spiritual gifts are given by the Holy Spirit for the common good, not for the benefit of the person who has received the gift.
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery will take us through 1 Corinthians 12:27-31 to help us uncover some of the types and uses of the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
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Can you imagine if we had a football team full of Pro Bowlers, like Tom Brady? At first, it may seem that would be great, but if we had QB's at every position, we probably would not be very effective. Why? Because even Tom Brady, as good as he is, does not have the ability to be a good Tight End, Guard, or Tackle.
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will show us why the church needs everyone to use their unique spiritual gifts to accomplish the mission of God.
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What would it be like to be given a second chance at life after doctors announced that they had done all they could, but they could not save you?
In a spiritual sense, we cannot be revived and brought back to life unless we recognize that we are dead in our sins.
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to see how the Holy Spirit offers us life abundantly.
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Most of us may not consider ourselves capable of running and winning a marathon, but some have that ability. But could you imagine running a single mile in under two minutes? Probably not!
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery explains how having the right vehicle changes everything. That vehicle for believers is the Holy Spirit. He is able to empower us to do what we could not do on our own. If you are able, open your bible to Ephesians chapter 5 as we look at verses 15-21 and learn about being full of the Holy Spirit.
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Have you ever wondered how the bible became what it is today?
There are many voices out there saying different things, so who can you trust?
In today's message from 2 Peter 3:15-16, Pastor Dave Flannery will provide a history lesson to help us understand how the 66 books of the bible became accepted as the inspired word of God.
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What is the historical likelihood that Jesus Christ was crucified, died, was buried and then resurrected from the dead?
In today's message Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to see that just as the Apostles and first century believers believed, we too can put our faith in God and His word that it is accurate.
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Have you ever felt alone in the midst of a crowd or even at church?
It can happen, as no one knows our inmost hidden thoughts and that can leave us feeling distant from the rest of the group.
In today's message, Pastor Ron Huffman will help us to see how fellowship and community is essential for life.
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How can we know for sure that the New Testament scriptures are the inspired, inerrant and infallible Word of God?
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery shares both scriptural and extra-biblical insights that help us to confidently hold that the bible that we read today can be trusted.
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If someone were to ask you why you believe the scriptures are the words of God, would you be able to share your reasoning with them?
Today we continue to build upon last weeks message on the inerrancy of scripture. If you missed that, I encourage you to listen to that one first. Join us now as Pastor Dave Flannery talks about the inspiration, inerrancy and infallibility of the bible.
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How can we know that the scriptures are the very words of God?
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery will share that we can be confident that what we read can be defined by three words;
- INSPIRATION
- INERRANT
- INFALLIBLE
So, open your bible to 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and 2 Peter 1:19-20 and let's get started.
If your heart was made of soil, which type of soil would describe it?
The parable of the Sower, found in Matthew 13:1-8 was shared by Jesus to describe what happens when the seed of the gospel is shared with different types of people. Pastor Dave Flannery will show us that the soil of our hearts determines the outcome of our lives. When feelings become the foundation of our faith we are prone to fail.
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When you are no longer here, what do want you be known for?
Whether we know it or not, our hearts can be seen, or should I say heard, by what comes out of our mouths.
Pastor Dave Flannery will take us through Matthew 12:33-37 where we will see that we all are like fruit trees; some bearing good fruit and some not so good!
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How would you respond if the entire Christian church were to shut down?
For many of us it would have a negative impact as we enjoy being together, worshipping God and enjoying hanging out together.
In today's message from Matthew 12:1-14, Pastor Dave Flannery will talk about the Sabbath and what it meant in Jesus' day, and ours.
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In John 10:10, Jesus promised that he came to earth that those who would put their trust in him would have life to the full; but are really experiencing that today?
In today's message from Romans 7, Pastor Dave Flannery will unpack the reasons why we may not be, and what is required to get us back to all that God has in store for those who follow his Son.
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What good is a gift if it is not used for the right purposes?
If God gave you the gift of a great speaking voice or you can sing well, but you instead used that voice to bully or intimidate others or to speak lies you are misusing your gift.
In today's message from Matthew 25:14-30, Pastor Dave Flannery shows us how to please God when we use His gifts in the proper way.
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Have you ever faced a time of struggle or difficulty that caused you to lose all happiness?
It happens to most if not all of us. Unexpected trials can cause us to feel hopeless and without joy!
In today's message from Pastor Sam Taylor, we see that God's word, the scriptures give us hope in the midst of trials.
As we will see in Lamentations 3:22-23, despite the things we face, God is faithful.
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How does someone like John the Baptist go from being a man of faith and trust, to a person who seems to doubt Jesus?
That is the question that may come into our minds as we listen to today's verse in Matthew 11:1-8.
John sends two disciples to ask Jesus, "Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?"
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery helps us to see that sometimes personal desires can lead to confused expectations.
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What would you give up for a chance to meet your favorite movie star, singer or athlete?
There are many famous people who charge thousands of dollars to showcase their talents. If we would just spend the money and the time, we could get up close and personal with them. Would it be worth it?
In today's message from Matthew 10: 32-39, Pastor Dave Flannery explains that if we are seeking to be acknowledged before God in Heaven, that we have to be willing to acknowledge Jesus before others. It might have a cost involved, but He is worth it.
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Are you living with a "have to" mindset? Do you have a list of things that you "have to do"?
Imagine the difference in your daily thought life if you changed your mindset from "have to" and instead had a "get to" focus.
In today's message in Matthew 10:1-16, Pastor Dave Flannery (dealing with a hoarse throat) helps us to see what it would be like if we changed our thinking and looked at our to-do list as a privilege instead of a burden.
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What is it that makes mothers so special to us?
We could fill this page with the answers to that question, but there is one thing that speaks volumes about mothers - compassion!
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery looks at Philippians 2:1-11 and talks about the sacred role that mother's fill in the life of their children.
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Can you imagine what it would be like to be a deep sea diver who was 100' deep in the ocean when the oxygen ran out of your tank?
Yes, it would not be a good feeling, right?
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery unpacks Matthew 9:18-26, where Jesus is called upon to heal a young girl, but is interrupted by a desperate woman who is seeking to be healed. Her situation was such that she believed if she could just touch his robe she would be made whole. Open your bible and join us for this weeks message.
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How do you discern what is good and what is not good?
If we view things with our human eyes and hear them with our ears, we only get part of the story.
There is much more than what meets the eye.
In today's message, Nick Scarpa shares a passage from Mark 11:12-14, 20-26 that helps us to understand how Jesus views things.
God does not look at the outward but looks at the heart.
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Can you imagine Jesus being questioned about why he and his disciples did not fast?
Wait, what? Jesus fasted for forty days in the wilderness just after his baptism by John the Baptist. He certainly knows the value of fasting!
In today's message from Matthew 9:14-17, Pastor Dave Flannery helps us to understand the who, what, where, when and how of fasting from Jesus' perspective. He begins with a discussion about wedding day distractions. Enjoy!
What does your name say about you? Does your name carry a stigma with it?
The name Matthew was tied to a tax collector who defected to serve Rome as a tax collector. The Jewish people hated him because he betrayed them and overcharged them.
Today's message by Pastor Dave Flannery is from Matthew 9:9-13, the very gospel written by this man who was called to leave his role as a tax collector to follow Jesus. Listen to how his response transforms his life and let it transform yours as well.
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Easter Sunday - April 9, 2023
John 20:11-23
The death of Jesus brought great doubt, fear and uncertainty for his disciples who witnessed his arrest and most fled at his crucifixion.
On Saturday, his body lie dead in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea, and the hope of many seemed to come to an end.
But on that Sunday morning when Mary Magdalene went to anoint his body with spices and aloe, she found an empty tomb.
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery reveals the exciting truth for all who believe.
As you listen, consider this question; who are you looking for?
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How would you answer the question, "who is Jesus?"
You might come up with any one of the following answers;
- He is a religious figure
- He is a made-up christian god
- He is a prophet
- He is a priest
- He is a man who lived many years ago
- He is a figment of imagination
Some of you might respond with a different answer, like son of God, or son of man. Whatever your answer may be, the scriptures tell us that he was not only a king who came to serve his people, but he was God.
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to understand this often misunderstood, historical person.
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If Jesus offered you healing of your illness or forgiveness of your sin, but you could only pick one, which would you choose?
It's a tough question, right? To some degree you might think your choice is dependent upon the level of your physical need.
In today's message from Matthew 9:1-8, Pastor Dave Flannery will help us to see that both are needed, but one takes a much higher priority.
Because of his sin, the paralytic man was separated from God and therefore he needed forgiveness to be made right with His Heavenly Father.
Praise God that once the sin is dealt with by Jesus' act of mercy, He heals the man and amazes the crowd.
Enjoy!
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Are you one of those people who loves boating? Getting out on the open water in the sunshine...you know the feeling, right? What words would you use respond to the emotions you feel if all of a sudden your boat gets hit with a massive wave causing you to be near to capsizing?
Fear? Anxiety? Fill in the blank!
In our message today from Matthew 8:23-27, Pastor Dave Flannery shows us how Jesus' twelve disciples, who just witnessed him perform miracles in healing Peter's mother-in-law and a leper, now were struggling with fear as their first-century wooden vessel was taking on water in a horrible storm. Despite the fear, the storm and the uncertainty of their future, they had a secret weapon on board that they did not utilize.
Listen to the message to find out how we can deal with chaos, uncertainty and fear by taping into the same secret weapon.
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Where is the first place you turn for help when you are sick or hurting?
Is it the medicine cabinet? Maybe a pain killer? Or is it alcohol or drugs? Maybe your natural first option is to call a doctor or a friend.
Jesus offers himself to us in our trials and sickness. He is willing to come near to us no matter how bad our situation may be.
In Matthew 8:1-3, Jesus is approached by a leper who asks for healing. Leper's were considered unapproachable because of the skin disease they bore, but Jesus does not let that bother him.
"When Jesus came down from the mountain, large crowds followed Him. Suddenly a leper came and knelt before Him, saying, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” He said. “Be clean!” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed.
Jesus was always willing to heal as we see in today's passage from Pastor Dave Flannery. As believers, we are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus. If you are in need of prayer please let us know. We would be happy to pray with you.
Contact us at prayer@newcolony.com
When your time on earth ends, how do you want your life to be remembered?
It's an interesting question, and one that is very important because we will all be remembered for something.
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery talks about writing a eulogy and how it puts everything in perspective.
As a believer, our ultimate goal is to know that when we get to Heaven, we will hear our God say the six words, "Well done, good and faithful servant."
If we are to experience this type of response, we need faith; "for without faith it is impossible to please God." (Hebrews 11:6)
Our passage today is in Matthew 8:5-13 (Read along with us)
Which God do you prefer? The God of the Old Testament or the God revealed in Jesus in the New Testament?
In today's message, Pastor Dave Flannery talks about Jesus' use and affirmation of the Old Testament scriptures.
His message from Matthew 5:17-20 shows us that Jesus did not do away with the law and the prophets, but He fulfilled them in order to bring us the righteousness we lack.
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. (Heb. 13:8)
Do you know what your purpose is?
God created us with a purpose, but often we live life without learning what that is. What is your purpose?
In Matthew 5:13, Jesus tells his followers, “You are the salt of the earth" and in verse 14, "you are the light of the world."
We are to provide enrichment to those around us; to enhance the lives of those we meet. We are also to shed light into the dark places.
Today, Pastor Dave Flannery shares how we as believers can keep from being ineffective and stay salty and bright.
Enjoy!
Why don't we pray as we should?
There are several reasons why Christians fail in this area; being too busy, unbelief, lack of discipline and seemingly unanswered prayer are just a few.
Today we look at a few of these and see what Jesus teaches us through Luke 11:1-4.
Enjoy!
Who are you following?
They say that most of us are following someone or something. Maybe it's a sports team, artist or your favorite YouTube channel or podcast.
Whatever it may be, it's important to understand that our destination in life will be determined by who or what we follow.
Today we are looking at the people who accepted Jesus' invitation to follow him and how that decision impacted their lives. Enjoy!
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Have you ever asked the question, "why does God allow us to face trials?"
In today's message we hope to answer that question. It's hard for us to imagine why Jesus had to face temptation in the desert. He teaches us how to come out smelling like roses.
Why did a perfect man need to be baptized? Good question, right?
In today's message we find the Son of God coming to John the Baptist to be baptized. It may seem a bit strange that the person who was without sin would need to repent and be baptized, but Jesus takes part in this act to fulfill all righteousness.
Does it surprise you to know that God allows us to face hard times? It's true, and we see it throughout the history of Israel in the Old Testament.
When we choose to rebel against God, or go our own way He does not stop us, but there are consequences to our actions. Yet even in these times, God remembers His covenant relationship with his people and is faithful to his promise to provide restoration. That is exactly what He did in sending His Son Jesus.
God is always faithful.
Can you imagine how a small town girl named Mary must have felt when all of a sudden an angel approaches her and tells her that she is going to play a key role in the redemption of the whole world? That is exactly what occurred in the first century.
In this weeks message we will look at that important event and the seemingly insignificant people and places that God chose for the birth of His Son, Jesus. His name in Hebrew is Yeshua, which means "God delivers".
What are you waiting for? The prophet Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth waited many years for God to bless them with a child. During a time of service in the temple an angel appeared to Zechariah and told him that God heard his prayers and that his wife Elizabeth would bear him a son and they were to name him John. The name John means, "God is gracious."
We all face times of waiting or trial and may wonder when God will respond, but we need to be reminded that God is always faithful and remembers his covenant.
After long delays it is easy to become frustrated or disappointed, if not altogether hopeless. Israel's history is replete with God seemingly to delay action. For millennia, the people of God had long awaited a great savior and deliverer. Christmas is the final arrival of that awaited deliverer. In this special Christmas Eve service, Pastor David Flannery examines the hope and anticipation that preceded the Christmas story and how Jesus' birth addressed the world's need for a savior.
If introductions to books are meant to capture the audience's attention, then why does Matthew choose to introduce his book with a genealogical account? What about Jesus' genealogy is meant to grab our attention and keep us digging further into the book of Matthew in order to understand this person named Jesus the Christ? In today's message, Pastor David Flannery unpacks major themes found in Jesus' genealogy that are often times missed or all together overlooked. If you have ever wanted to better understand how Jesus relates to the Old Testament, this is a helpful start.
To this day the name King David typically invokes a positive response. But why? How is it that David is still considered an example to Christians and Jews? And how is David related to the person of Jesus? In today's message, Pastor David Flannery looks at the covenant that God made to David 3,000 years ago!
Do you see yourself as a treasure to God? Do you think of obeying God as stifling or liberating? In this message, Pastor David Flannery looks at God's covenant with the people of Israel in Exodus 19 and how it demonstrates God's purpose and love for people.
How does the Old Testament relate to the New Testament? In this short series, we will be exploring that question by looking at several "covenants" (also known as "testaments") made in the Old Testament. This week we will be exploring the covenant that God made with Abraham in Genesis 12.
As 2022 begins winding down, we want to dream about what God is planning for New Colony Baptist Church. So, if you are interested in knowing more about New Colony and our projected future, this is a message for you.
"Life is war" is a popular phrase among many, and yet, there seems to be a lot of truth to that statement. In this sermon, Nick Scarpa examines what the Apostle Paul has to say about spiritual warfare.
For better or worse, great battles have littered history. Action films draw large audiences because of their portrayal of intense battles. So too, the Bible teaches that the events surrounding Jesus' death on a Roman cross were in fact connected to a supernatural battle. In this message, Pastor David Flannery engages Colossians 2:11-15 to see how Jesus' death on the cross was actually the most important battle ever fought.
Jesus certainly impacted history in an unprecedented way, but how did Jesus see His mission in life? Even more, how does the story of Jesus fit into the story of the Bible? In this message, Pastor David Flannery looks at both how Jesus defined his purpose in Luke 4 and how Jesus' purpose relates to the entire biblical narrative.
Just simply turn on a news channel and you are almost immediately surrounded by stories of hurt, brokenness and pain. This world is clearly broken and not anything like the perfect world that begins the Bible. So what happened? In this sermon, Pastor David Flannery examines Genesis 3 to better understand what the Bible has to say about the brokenness of this world.
The Bible is an incredibly complicated book, consisting of numerous authors, contexts, genres and time-periods. Yet, for all the complexity surrounding the Bible, there is a narrative. In this five-part series, we examine the question, "What is the overarching plot of the Bible?" In this first sermon, Pastor David Flannery examines the beginning of the Scriptures plot by looking at Genesis 1 and 2.
Is God a happy God? Is He the type of God in whom we can truly find joy? In this sermon, Pastor David Flannery examines these questions by looking at Luke 15:1–7.
Looking at Ephesians 2:1–10, Pastor David Flannery asks the question, "What does the Bible mean when it talks about God's grace".
In this sermon, Pastor David Flannery examines what Isaiah 6 teaches about God's holiness.
In this message, Pastor David Flannery examines the unsurpassable richness of God as found in Job 26:1–14.