Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 10.4 MB and about 44 minutes long.
This week, Pastor Joe's message is based on Acts 27.
Recap of Acts 27:1-20
Lessons in the “storms of life:”
-storms do not always come because of some disobedience (as with Jonah), but God sometimes allows us to go through storms. Paul was not disobedient, nor was he out of God’s will
-storms bring out what is inside, our true character
-in spite of storms God is still in control, furthering His purposes
-storms cannot separate us from the presence of God, in fact it is in storms that we can often more clearly see the presence, power and protection of God
-storms open the door to serve others, particularly non-believers (our journey through life is as much for others as for ourselves)
-storms open the door to witness
Sunday, July 24, 2005
Thursday, July 21, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from July 3rd, 2005
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This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "The Gospel for the Great and Small", based on Acts 25:11-26:32.
Recap of Acts 25:12-27
1. We must not be unduly influenced by wealth, status or position (James 2). The pomp and grandeur of Paul's meeting before King Agrippa was designed to make him feel inferior and intimidate him. It didn't.
2. We must realize who the real VIP's of the world are, and who it is that holds genuine power.
3. We must come to see that the "up and outers" need the gospel as much as the "down and outers."
This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "The Gospel for the Great and Small", based on Acts 25:11-26:32.
Recap of Acts 25:12-27
1. We must not be unduly influenced by wealth, status or position (James 2). The pomp and grandeur of Paul's meeting before King Agrippa was designed to make him feel inferior and intimidate him. It didn't.
2. We must realize who the real VIP's of the world are, and who it is that holds genuine power.
3. We must come to see that the "up and outers" need the gospel as much as the "down and outers."
Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Message for Sunday, June 26th, 2005
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 10.7 MB and about 46 minutes long.
This week, Pastor Joe resumes his teaching on Acts. His message is based on Acts 25.
Recap of Acts 25:1-11
When we feel overwhelmed by life's circumstances despite our best efforts to serve the Lord, to pray, to grow and we have a sense that "everything is against us," we must:
-remember the biblical examples of others who felt that way (Abraham, Jacob, Moses)
-look for God in our circumstances- don't discount Him or distrust Him
-keep doing what's right (live responsibly)
-keep growing in our witness, bible study, prayer, and Christian character
-be patient
-recognize that God's way is best - "We may not know what the future holds but we know the One Who holds the future."
This week, Pastor Joe resumes his teaching on Acts. His message is based on Acts 25.
Recap of Acts 25:1-11
When we feel overwhelmed by life's circumstances despite our best efforts to serve the Lord, to pray, to grow and we have a sense that "everything is against us," we must:
-remember the biblical examples of others who felt that way (Abraham, Jacob, Moses)
-look for God in our circumstances- don't discount Him or distrust Him
-keep doing what's right (live responsibly)
-keep growing in our witness, bible study, prayer, and Christian character
-be patient
-recognize that God's way is best - "We may not know what the future holds but we know the One Who holds the future."
Monday, June 20, 2005
Message for Sunday, June 19th, 2005
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 10.7 MB and about 47 minutes long.
This week, Pastor Marv continues in his series on Nehemiah. His message is based on Nehemiah 11.
This week, Pastor Marv continues in his series on Nehemiah. His message is based on Nehemiah 11.
Sunday, June 12, 2005
Message for Sunday, June 12th, 2005
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This week, Pastor Marv continues in his series on Nehemiah. His message is entitled "A Sincere Commitment", based on Nehemiah 10.
This week, Pastor Marv continues in his series on Nehemiah. His message is entitled "A Sincere Commitment", based on Nehemiah 10.
Monday, June 06, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from June 5th, 2005
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This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "A More Convenient Time", based on Acts 24:1-27.
This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "A More Convenient Time", based on Acts 24:1-27.
Monday, May 30, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from May 29th, 2005
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 9.5 MB and about 41 minutes long.
This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "If God is for Us...", based on Acts 23:12-35.
This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "If God is for Us...", based on Acts 23:12-35.
Sunday, May 29, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from May 22nd, 2005
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 12.3 MB and about 51 minutes long.
This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "The Safest Place to Be", based on Acts 22:23-23:11.
Recap of Acts 22:23-23:11
1. We often feel that we are at the mercy of the people, circumstances, and institutions in our lives, but as believers we need to grasp that we are in God’s hands ultimately, not theirs. God is in control of our lives and comes in our hour of need.
2. As He did at other decisive points in Paul’s life, the Lord encourages him to “Take courage!”
3. Several times in Jesus’ ministry He encouraged those in need (physical need, emotional need, spiritual need) by telling them to “Take courage!”
4. We can live without fear and with courage by remembering God is in control of our lives and that we are promised Jesus’ presence in our lives
This week, Pastor Joe's message is entitled "The Safest Place to Be", based on Acts 22:23-23:11.
Recap of Acts 22:23-23:11
1. We often feel that we are at the mercy of the people, circumstances, and institutions in our lives, but as believers we need to grasp that we are in God’s hands ultimately, not theirs. God is in control of our lives and comes in our hour of need.
2. As He did at other decisive points in Paul’s life, the Lord encourages him to “Take courage!”
3. Several times in Jesus’ ministry He encouraged those in need (physical need, emotional need, spiritual need) by telling them to “Take courage!”
4. We can live without fear and with courage by remembering God is in control of our lives and that we are promised Jesus’ presence in our lives
Sunday Morning Message from May 15th, 2005
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 9.4 MB and about 40 minutes long.
This week, Pastor Joe's message is based on Acts 22:6-22.
Recap of Acts 22:6-22
1. Only an encounter with the risen Christ could account for such the stark change that occurred in Paul’s life. Once a persecutor of the church, he was now one of its chief spokesmen.
2. When Christ comes into a person’s life, by faith, their direction in life is changed for time and eternity. They have gone from spiritual death to eternal life, from hopelessness to real purpose.
3. There are three crucial decisions that every young person must make (credit to Howard Hendricks) in this order:
-Master (who will be master of their lives)
-Mission (what will be their life’s purpose, what will they give themselves to)
-Mate (who will share their life)
This week, Pastor Joe's message is based on Acts 22:6-22.
Recap of Acts 22:6-22
1. Only an encounter with the risen Christ could account for such the stark change that occurred in Paul’s life. Once a persecutor of the church, he was now one of its chief spokesmen.
2. When Christ comes into a person’s life, by faith, their direction in life is changed for time and eternity. They have gone from spiritual death to eternal life, from hopelessness to real purpose.
3. There are three crucial decisions that every young person must make (credit to Howard Hendricks) in this order:
-Master (who will be master of their lives)
-Mission (what will be their life’s purpose, what will they give themselves to)
-Mate (who will share their life)
Thursday, May 12, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from May 8th, 2005
Pastor Joe's message today is entitled, "Ready to Give an Answer" (part 2). The file is 8Mb, and 34 minutes long.
Recap of Acts 22:1-5
1. Paul readily makes a defense both of the gospel and of his ministry. Believers are instructed by Peter in 1 Peter 3:15 to ready to give an answer (a defense) for the reason for their hope.
2. Paul’s defense, a testimony, has three parts: before conversion (vv. 1-5) how he was converted (vv. 6-16), his post-conversion experience and commission from God (vv. 17-21).
3. Paul sought for common ground with his listeners, a good principle for evangelism. Some areas of common ground we may have with the unbelievers around us are: religious experience, ethnicity, marriage & family, former lifestyle
Recap of Acts 22:1-5
1. Paul readily makes a defense both of the gospel and of his ministry. Believers are instructed by Peter in 1 Peter 3:15 to ready to give an answer (a defense) for the reason for their hope.
2. Paul’s defense, a testimony, has three parts: before conversion (vv. 1-5) how he was converted (vv. 6-16), his post-conversion experience and commission from God (vv. 17-21).
3. Paul sought for common ground with his listeners, a good principle for evangelism. Some areas of common ground we may have with the unbelievers around us are: religious experience, ethnicity, marriage & family, former lifestyle
Tuesday, May 03, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from May 1st, 2005
Due to technical complexities (Mat messed up the machine!), we didn't get a digital recording of May 1st's sermon. Sorry about that. Here's an .mp3 of the taped version for archival purposes.
Recap of Acts 21:37-40
1. Luke makes the point that Paul is no revolutionary in the ordinary sense of the word. He emphasizes the non-political nature of Christianity. The power of the gospel is the Word of God, not political power.
2. When Paul could have taken safety, instead he chose to address a hostile crowd. What could motivate him to do this:
-he was “Christ-possessed”
-the central issue of his life was sharing Christ
-he knew that God could save the “best” of men (those righteous in their own eyes)
-he knew that God could save the worst of men (those whose need was evident)
-he knew that without Christ only eternal torment awaited all people.
Recap of Acts 21:37-40
1. Luke makes the point that Paul is no revolutionary in the ordinary sense of the word. He emphasizes the non-political nature of Christianity. The power of the gospel is the Word of God, not political power.
2. When Paul could have taken safety, instead he chose to address a hostile crowd. What could motivate him to do this:
-he was “Christ-possessed”
-the central issue of his life was sharing Christ
-he knew that God could save the “best” of men (those righteous in their own eyes)
-he knew that God could save the worst of men (those whose need was evident)
-he knew that without Christ only eternal torment awaited all people.
Sunday, April 24, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from April 24th, 2005
"The Price of Unity." Pastor Joe's text this morning is Acts 21:15-36.
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 11.2 MB and about 49 minutes long.
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 11.2 MB and about 49 minutes long.
Sunday, April 17, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from April 17th, 2005
"When the Crowd is Wrong." Pastor Joe's text this morning is Acts 21:1-14.
This week's file is 10.7 MB and about 47 minutes long.
Recap of Acts 21:1-14
1. The organizing principle of a Christian's life must be the glory of God.
2. To live for the glory of God is not to be shielded from difficult circumstances and pain but to glorify God through them.
3. God revealed what would happen to Paul to both test his resolve and prepare him for what was coming.
4. We must identify with God's will in other believer's lives not our sympathies with what they are going through. We must pray for them and support them accordingly.
5. "Ultimately, our decisions must be guided by the Holy Spirit, not the emotions and opinions of other people." (Richards)
This week's file is 10.7 MB and about 47 minutes long.
Recap of Acts 21:1-14
1. The organizing principle of a Christian's life must be the glory of God.
2. To live for the glory of God is not to be shielded from difficult circumstances and pain but to glorify God through them.
3. God revealed what would happen to Paul to both test his resolve and prepare him for what was coming.
4. We must identify with God's will in other believer's lives not our sympathies with what they are going through. We must pray for them and support them accordingly.
5. "Ultimately, our decisions must be guided by the Holy Spirit, not the emotions and opinions of other people." (Richards)
Sunday, April 10, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from April 10th, 2005
Click here to download the mp3 file. It's 11.4 MB and about 47 minutes long.
This week, Pastor Joe continues the message titled "Lessons for Leaders", based on Acts 20:22-38.
This week, Pastor Joe continues the message titled "Lessons for Leaders", based on Acts 20:22-38.
Sunday, April 03, 2005
Sunday Morning Message from April 3rd, 2005
Today's lesson is from Pastor Marvin. Joe and Cathy are on vacation this weekend to visit their sons in Dallas.
Marv's message this week is continuing in his series on the book of Nehemiah. His text is Neh 9:1-37. It's called, "Confession, A Picture of the Heart."
Marv's message this week is continuing in his series on the book of Nehemiah. His text is Neh 9:1-37. It's called, "Confession, A Picture of the Heart."
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