Valley Christian Center with Pastor Freddy Martin http://www.praisecast.com en-us Copyright 2006 Pastor Freddy Martin Mon, 20 Jun 2005 07:45:00 -0500 Mon, 20 Jun 2005 07:45:00 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss support@praisecast.com http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/edited_voice.mp3 There are many voices in the world today. By using multiple methods, believers will have multiple opportunities to hear God’s voice, experience God’s touch, and be equipped to do and become all He asks. February 25, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/edited_isanythingtoohard.mp3 The question, is found in Genesis 18:14. The answer to this most important question is found in Jeremiah 32:17. Here you have the all-important question and the thrilling, certain answer from the inspired Word of God. March 18, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/edited_freeatlast.mp3 If Jesus Christ did not go to the cross and die for you and I. We would not be free at last you see no man woman or child could have done what Jesus did for us over 2,000 years ago. March 25,2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-04-01.mp3 As Jesus set himself to go to Jerusalem to offer himself as the ultimate sacrifice and to be receive up into heaven. We as believer must set ourselves to go to the New Jerusalem. April 1, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/edited_seven.mp3 During the last week of Jesus Christ's earthly ministry there are seven Amazing Events which changed the world. April 8,2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edit1_2007-04-15.mp3 As we go into the 21st.Century, it is easy to observe that these are the DARKEST time ever! Children are taking guns to school and shooting one another. Media commentators called shock jocks and vulgar music dictates our social morality. Yet, God is still able to do great things. April 15, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edit2_2007-04-22.mp3 Today, as believers we still need to repair the Broken Altars of our lives April 22, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-04-29.mp3 Just as the early Christians were tempted to go back and lose sight of the greatness of God, that had brought them to a particular place, we to are subject to being enticed and hindered from our Christian walk. April 29, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-05-06.mp3 Prayer is unique in its embodiment! Whether with grand words from the orator’s lips or the hesitant stammers for the inexperienced, prayer is a conversation that mortal man is having with God. May 6, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-05-13.mp3 One woman affected the lives of millions, not only is her own lifetime but throughout all history to come. May 13, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-05-20.mp3 The cup becomes very significant in each of our Christian lives; it represents the circumstances which God allows to come. Our life becomes the content of our cup. May 20,2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-05-27.mp3 Many believers are like the State Highway Department or Government highway maintenance personnel. We want to save all we can and just do patch work on our lives and then fill our travel routes with detours. May 27, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-06-03.mp3 The Fruit of the Spirit is the basic criterion of the development of spiritual life and character. June 3, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-06-10.mp3 Are you a Water Walker or a Dry Boat Talker? June 10, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Terry (Shrek) Testimony_12-10-06.mp3 Testimony from the Shedder of the STAND Ministries Powerlifting for Christ. June 17, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-06-24.mp3 The Word must be preached, the Word must by studied, and the Word must be lived. Otherwise it is lost. June 24, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-07-01.mp3 Today, our nation faces uncertain times. But we have freedoms as a result of the work of our nation’s founding fathers and the working of the Holy Spirit. July 1, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-07-08.mp3 Worry is located in your mind, it can have a devastating effect on all parts of your body. To arrest this tragic process God’s Word gives the answers. Spiritual transformation starts in the mind and heart. (Note: The Scripture Reference given is incorrect. Please refer to Isaiah 26:3 when Pastor Martin speaks the Scripture reference as Isaiah 23:3.) July 8, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-07-15.mp3 The power of a successfully communicated thought, from one human mind to another, is one of the greatest forces we know. But the most powerful channel of communication is prayer. July 15, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-07-22.mp3 Many times during our ministries or life times we will be confronted by situations or problems, when we simply don’t know what to do. July 22,2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-07-29.mp3 The well-adjusted person is one who depends on God alone (and what He chooses to provide, which includes the Christian community) to make him significant and secure. July 29, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-08-05.mp3 There is no lesson more clear in sacred writ than the fact that God uses men to orchestrate the affairs of His Kingdom. August 5, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-08-12.mp3 Whether we are broke or bountiful, whether we are famous or forgotten, whether we have a high position or a humble responsibility, if we are doing God’s will each day, we are always successful and full of God’s glory. August 12, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-08-19_A.mp3 How can we eagerly await our future with the Lord if we cannot imagine it. August 19, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-08-19_B.mp3 If we can imagine it we can desire it. August 19, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-08-26.mp3 When fads replace our faith, and trends replace God’s truth, the church has mixed herself with the ungodly. August 26, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-09-02.mp3 Considering the duties of those within the Christian fellowship to one another, and especially with the duty of stronger to the weaker brother. Paul gives us a summary of the marks which should characterize that fellowship. September 2, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-09-09.mp3 A victim doesn’t need platitudes and mottoes. This person needs help. He needs someone to come too him, where he is, and lift him up and bind up his hurts. September 9, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-09-16.mp3 People are lost by not following the spiritual survey of their lives, building their lives on unstable ground. September 16, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-09-23.mp3 Think not only of His goodness in the past, His closeness in the present, but think of His faithfulness in the future. September 23, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-09-30.mp3 When you read about the believers in the first church, you understand why they were a great church. They were fed a steady diet of God’s Word, and they were willing to be led by the Bible. Their directions and decisions were dictated by what God said in His Word. September 30, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-10-07.mp3 Our desire toward self-centeredness is seen in the acceptance of pop psychology’s humanistic answers in lieu of scriptural principles. Churches have done a credible job of combating narcissism by taking a stand for social justice, but they need to put more emphasis on proclaiming the good news of salvation through the cross. October 7, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-10-14.mp3 October 14, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-10-21.mp3 Out of a fiery encounter, Moses became aware that he was tremendously important to God. This is where life’s new adventure begins. October 21, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-10-28.mp3 A Christian believer must have the attitude of Jesus Christ to serve God and man. To few leader do not understand the importance of love in leadership. October 28, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-11-04.mp3 As the Saints of old were tempted to go back and to lose sight of the greatness of God that had brought them to their promises, we likewise are sometimes enticed or hindered from receiving our promises from God. Rebekah said, “if it be so, why am I thus”? November 4, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-11-11.mp3 Peter Marshall before the U.S. Senate stated, "Help us to see that our liberty is not the right to do as we please, but the opportunity to please to do what is right." November 11, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-11-18.mp3 The Gospel is not just a theory or dogma, it’s a person the Lord Jesus Christ. He is the One who never fails, who never arrives too late, who know exactly what to do in the time of stress. November 18, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-11-25.mp3 Today we live in a society that trusts in the arm of the flesh. When we take our needs to man before we take them to the Lord, God says that we will be accursed. November 25, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-12-02.mp3 The character of Christian life is three-dimensional with length, breadth, and height. It is solid like the dimensions of life itself. December 2, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited-2007-12-09.mp3 God allows us to act against His will, and sometimes even gives us what He has told us we should not have, if we are determined in spite of Him to have it. December 9, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-12-16 Part 1.mp3 God desires all of His children to be a people of great faith. This message will show you how to take your weak, frail, and small faith and by putting them into the person and the object of Jesus Christ God’s Son, you can become a person of great faith. by: Terry Nalian December 16, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-12-16 Part 2.mp3 God desires all of His children to be a people of great faith. This message will show you how to take your weak, frail, and small faith and by putting them into the person and the object of Jesus Christ God’s Son, you can become a person of great faith. by: Terry Nalian December 16, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-12-23.mp3 Regardless, if you believe the date of the Birth of Jesus is in September, April, or December, the fact remains we are celebrating the Birth of Jesus Christ and the World would have you forget this. December 23, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2007-12-30.mp3 Success comes to those who plan, to those who prepare, to those who are persistent, and to those who are willing to endure pain to achieve their goals in the New Year. December 30, 2007 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-01-06.mp3 Jesus had the same message to the Seven Churches of Asia. Just how well do we listen in this age? January 6, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-01-13.mp3 What attracts people to God is not our polished speeches and fancy buildings and programs but the loving Spirit of God flowing from within to the lost world around us. Kandi Hardy January 13, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Test2_2008-01-20.mp3 Salvation, submission and suffering are the three parts of the Pilgrim’s journey which Peter wanted to prepare us for so we could have victory even in the midst of suffering, following Christ’s example. By: Kandi Hardy January 20, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-01-27.mp3 The only thing certain about life is that it will change. What is the 'it' in your life? Can you embrace life's unexpected changes? January 27, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-02-03.mp3 Jesus encourages His listeners to change mentors, for under the rabbis they are experiencing stress, but under Him they will find rest. February 3, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-02-10.mp3 When was the last time you heard someone at school or where you work say, “I need to hurry home, to get ready for the revival meeting tonight”? God is making the hearts of people ready for Him. But in order for revival fires to start and spread, God needs believers and churches that are willing to prepare. February 10, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-02-17.mp3 When you make a commitment, you are still in control, no matter how noble the thing you commit to. But surrender is different. February 17, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-02-24_a.mp3 God is not interested primarily in building a few good men who can manage to get their acts together sufficiently to escape boyhood and qualify as men. Rather, God is interested in developing patriarchs. Abraham was such a man. February 24, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-03-02.mp3 The overarching idea is not about children as much as it is about positioning to harvest the fruit of your labors. Making the adjustments to grow. March 2, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-03-09.mp3 There is a false New-Age Christ teaching which according to Hollywood personalities is about to make huge inroads into the world. That being the case, anyone who proclaimed a perversion of the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ fully deserved eternal destruction according to scripture. March 9, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-03-16.mp3 What happened the week before Palm Sunday? March 16, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-03-23.mp3 In a court of Law, in America the accused is allowed to hear from witnesses of the event in question. Jesus stated truth could be established by witnesses to the facts. Jesus was witnessed by no less that 552 people. March 23, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-03-30.mp3 Not everyone will receive the benefits of this promise in Psalms 91. Only those who believe God and hold fast to His promises will profit; nonetheless, it is available. And to the measure that we trust Him, we will in the same measure reap the benefits of that trust. March 30, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-04-06.mp3 Friends preaching the Word! Is not a suggestion, but a command. Our quest here is not necessary to discover new methods of ministry nor to learn surefire ways to cleverly cultivate charisma. Our days are to be spent seeking the face of God for a new anointing of the Holy Spirit to minister to the lost world. April 6, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-04-13.mp3 Every growing church needs to periodically reevaluate and refocus its purpose in order to keep growth and ministry moving in the right direction. The purpose statement of our church should read: To love God, love others, serve others and reach others. April 13, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-04-20.mp3 The stone had to be removed. The effort was critical to the miracle. Faith is an action, supported by a belief. How far will I bend? How much will I invest to see a brother rise from the death of sin? April 20, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-04-27.mp3 It is by faith we receive Christ and become sons of God. And, it is by faith that we inherit the promise of God’s Spirit and all His blessings!! April 27, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-05-04.mp3 Noah had great faith and courage to act on the commandments of God and build an ark of safety before the flood. We are living in the last days and a storm is coming. Have you built your ark? Are you in control of your ark? Are you fulfilling the vision God has given to you? By Kandi Hardy May 4, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-05-11.mp3 The writer of the letter to the Hebrews admonished his readers to not forsake their assembling together. (Hebrews 10:25). Have you thoughtfully considered your reasons for attending church? By Pastor Emeritus Marlene Schultz. May 11, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-05-18.mp3 The woman spoke of the deep well before her, and of Christ having no bucket to secure more vitalizing water from the depths of the well. Jesus spoke of a water supply that was not external water to satisfy the recurring physical need, but an internal and eternal source of unfailing spiritual, life-giving water. May 18, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-05-25.mp3 God knows the degree of honor and humility you have, the level of sacrifices you make, and above all the strength of your faith. It may not by as evident to others, God knows whether or not you are worthy of Christ’s Medal of Faith. May 25, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-06-01.mp3 At Your Word or in today’s language “Because you say so” has been the password of all good men from the beginning until now. When was the last time you have said, At Your Word Lord I will give this vessel or build this vessel to your Glory? June 1, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-06-08.mp3 The mind of God is the Father. The face of God is Jesus. The voice of God is the Holy Spirit. But the hands of God is the Church. June 8, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-06-15.mp3 As a father, your number one job is to show your kids what a relationship with God looks like. How will they understand unless you show them? By Kandi Hardy June 15, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-06-22.mp3 Paul enumerated the eight progressive steps by which men reach the higher altitudes of spiritual life. It is my desire to illustrate each step through this series of messages to illustrate the believer’s journey to maturity and growth. Every believer has a calling. It is a high and holy calling, and we are to live a life that is worthy of that kind of calling. June 22, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-06-29.mp3 The second step, that calling for all of us is to a life of character. No amount of training and motivation will be sufficient if a person’s life is without character. One of the important tasks of the local church leaders is to help the people in the congregation develop a life consistent with the character of Jesus and His kingdom. June 29, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-07-06.mp3 The third step in the equipping process mentioned by Paul is unity. Believers who have the character of Christ, the fruit of the Spirit, forming in their lives will undoubtedly live in peace and unity with each other. July 6, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-07-13_A.mp3 One of the greatest challenges we all face in life is discovering our God-given purpose, identity and gifting. The fourth step in the equipping process is recognizing and understanding the gifts God has given to His church. July 13, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-07-20.mp3 The fifth step in the equipping process is understanding that the gifts of the Spirit are given for ministry, for service to others. The gift is not an end in itself, only a means to an end. The end is ministry, touching people for the Lord. July 20, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-07-27.mp3 The sixth step in the equipping process is edification (Eph. 4:12). As the perfected saints minister, the church is edified, or built up. When Believers understand their calling, possess the Character of Christ, live in unity, understand their gifts, and minister to one another in those gifts, then the church cannot help be edified. July 27, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-08-17.mp3 These past few days the world has been watching the Olympic Games and has seen the world’s best athletes compete for Gold, Silver, or Bronze medals. But there was a Battle of the ages which has changed all our lives. The story is about David and Goliath. What made David the Champion? Scripture text: I Samuel 17 August 17, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-08-24.mp3 It is important that we consider our words because words make a difference. Jesus used just 56 words in his Lord’s prayer to make a difference in the way we pray. August 24, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-08-10.mp3 The final stage in the equipping process is growth. God never intended that His church become edified and mature, and then sit back, rest, and wait for His return. The Great Commission is still in force, “Go and make disciples of all nations”.(Matt.28:19). August 10, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-08-31.mp3 Our spiritual journey with God is a constant movement of SEARCHING, SURRENDERING, SERVING, and SIGNIFICANCE. Our hope is that during our journey with God we’ll spend more time surrendering and serving than searching. August 31, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/edited_2008-09-07-B.mp3 Does a “safe” church to you mean you’re safe because no one will ever know how you really are? Are you tired of working programs and disillusioned with “church as usual?” The Word provides a model for a living organism, “the body of Christ” and when we value people over programs we can begin to function as God intended, in a safe community where we are free to be real and struggle well together in the journey of life. By: Kandi Hardy September 7, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-09-14.mp3 When you surrender your life to Christ, the very Spirit of Jesus comes to live within you. John 14-16 promises that you then receive the lasting influence of His encouragement, teaching, and leadership. September 14, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-09-21.mp3 The fundamental question of how we derive at any kind of Christian truth, must be supported by the Word of God. Knowing this leads us to what we believe. September 21, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-09-28.mp3 Vision is the ability to understand the history, the present condition, and the potential of the church, and to conceive a plan for action that will maximize the ministry potential. Vision always entails progress: it is never satisfied with the status quo. September 28, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-10-01.mp3 The blessed hope of Christ’s Second Coming brings energy, separation from ungodliness, transforms lives and restraint of idleness to the Church. October 5, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-10-12.mp3 Shared qualities that make fine institutions are programs, tradition, culture, cause, and history could also describe a reputable college, a hospital, or a law firm. However, God never intended for His church to be an institution, for the church has something all institutions lack. It has life. October 12, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-10-19.mp3 If you’re not already living a life of success. You can begin a new life of success, by being motivated toward a successful life, this starts with small accomplishments and move to larger accomplishment, have the right attitude of heart, then act when you receive a blessing and never waste anything. October 19, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-10-26.mp3 Throughout the Bible God's people have always had to fight giants. Friends if you’re going to fight giants you should evaluate yourself first. Most battles are won or lost from within. October 26, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-11-02.mp3 The greatest insight of the book of Jonah is that God desires to show mercy and grace to all the peoples of the world. No one nation or group can claim exclusive rights to His love. November 2, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-11-09.mp3 Greg Sandoval’s testimony of coming to saving faith in Jesus Christ and his subsequent ministry calling. November 9, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-11-16_Upload.mp3 How should we be spending our time? How do we determine what our priorities should be? The Word makes it clear that our number one priority is to love God and love others. This results in Kingdom producing activities taking place every day in our lives. November 16, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-11-23.mp3 When we seek to satisfy our own desires first, we will be in want; but when we give our first and best to God we will “have an abundance for every good work”. November 23, 2008 http://www.praisecast.com/clients/valleychristian/files/Edited_2008-11-30.mp3 As a Christian, remember this: someone once brought the rescue operations to you. What if that person had left you to perish? God’s will is that none should perish, but that all should have eternal life. What are you doing about those in the fire? November 30, 2008