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| Infirmity | September 5, 2010 |
Doctor Luke notes that there is an inside problem (a spirit of infirmity) and outside problem (could in no wise lift up herself) involved here. The physical problem would only yield when the internal problem was remedied. |
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| BRING ANOTHER VESSEL | August 29, 2010 |
Putting new wine (Jesus' new way) into old wineskins (Judaism) would not work because as the new wine fermented, it would stretch the old skin and break it, ruining the wineskin and wasting the wine. God is calling us to use new vessels of Outreach. |
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| Your Life Equals Your Words | August 22, 2010 |
The prayer of faith is as prayer of confession, affirmation, or decree. Because I am saved, I am healed, delivered, protected, preserved and made whole in the name of Jesus. |
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| The Paraclete | August 15, 2010 |
I want you in your minds eye to take a journey though time and history and meet some Biblical characters. First, as your narrator today may I introduce myself, I am the Paraclete. |
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| The Power of Perseverance | August 8, 2010 |
Most people spend countless days and years dreaming about success. People talk about it, write about it, visualize it, and go to endless seminars to hear more about it. But until you make up your mind to persevere-to endure to the end a successful life will elude you. |
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| God Revealed | August 1, 2010 |
“God Omnipotent Reigns..” What a fitting declaration!! No truth has ever been etched more firmly in time and eternity than that. By the standard of everlasting value--of principles which truly matter, no one can deny the verity of that declaration, “God does, indeed, truly reign!” |
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| Greater Works | : July 25, 2010 |
Jesus had accomplished the greatest works possible, including raising the dead. How could He say that believers would do greater works? Because we are the first born, we are double portion people. |
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| Working Successfully | : July 18, 2010 |
It is God’s will for you to have a successful life. Our God is success and to Him there is no failure. The Book of Joshua describes a God who faithfully fulfills His promises. |
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| Developing the Twenty First Century Church | July 11, 2010 |
I am convinced that in order for the twenty-first century church to remain healthy we need to develop ministries that are relevant, like the first century church. We must get back to the basics of the early church. |
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| Your Mountain Choice | : July 4, 2010 |
In the Promised Land, God planned to bless the Israelites abundantly. In turn, He expected the Israelites to live responsibly, in a culture unlike any that had preceded it. Two mountains, the mountain of blessing or the mountain of curses, the choice is yours, one only. |
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| Finding Your Place in Christ | June 27, 2010 |
Jesus revealed the real secret of the Christian life to his disciples. He is the source of life we must find our place living in Christ as the branches live in the vine. |
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| A Father’s Value | June 20, 2010 |
The real value of a father is not measured by wealth, prestige, or worldly success. He is measured by his godly example and love to his family. What kind of a father are you? “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” |
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| This is Your Time | June 13, 2010 |
The life of a believer must not be considered a series of isolated incidents. Your life is not a senseless puzzle, you have a vantage point from heaven. Our text teaches us that the life of a believer is divinely guided and planned. |
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| The So So Church | June 6, 2010 |
The greatest enemy of the church of Jesus Christ today is not communism nor even humanism, in my opinion. The greatest enemy is complacency or so so. Contentment with the status quo. |
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| Have We Forgotten | May 30, 2010 |
Forgotten is one of the saddest and most lonesome words in any man’s dictionary. Self-confidence, busyness in the affairs of this life and material abundance are all common reasons why people forget God. |
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| Storms | May 23, 2010 |
The disciples were tossed and tormented by the waves, for the winds were “contrary”. These contrary winds are hard to face, yet when accepted in the right spirit go to develop character and add to the joy of reaching the harbor. |
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| Move On | May 16, 2010 |
Loss is a part of life and is unavoidable. It may be the loss of a family member or friend, loss of a job, the breakdown of a marriage, even the loss of a pet. Don’t get stuck during the healing process, Move On. |
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| Honoring Mother | May 9, 2010 |
Everyone is to honor his or her mother, and God is pleased when we take practical measures to fulfill this command. Your visions and dreams are instilled in you by your parents. To achieve your visions and dreams children of all ages must honor their mothers. |
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| The Message | May 2, 2010 |
Malachi’s criticism of abuses and religious indifference is still valid. Initial devotion to God and enthusiasm may diminish. Genuine worship frequently turns into mechanical observance of religious practices. God’s people always need to confess their inadequate response to divine love. |
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| Faults | April 25, 2010 |
Some of our faults may seem of little consequence, but they slow our spiritual advance and effective witness. Like the chief butler we need to remember our faults and correct them. |
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| Let Go | April 18, 2010 |
Surrendering personal goals to the will of the Father is essential for healthy spiritual growth. His authority takes surrender, obedience, and dedication. |
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| Access | April 4, 2010 |
Easter means many things to different people. The meaning of Easter is Jesus Christ's victory over death. His resurrection symbolizes the eternal life that is granted to all who believe in Him. To me Easter means this and ACCESS A WAY OR MEANS OF APPROCHING. |
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| Enlarge our Tents | March 28, 2010 |
Why would we enlarge the place of our Ministry, and stretch out the curtains of our dwellings; lengthen our cords, and strengthen our stakes? The answer is found in the Suffering Servant. Jesus fulfills Isaiah's prophecy of the Suffering Servant. |
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| Knowing What to Do | March 21, 2010 |
Issachar and his sons had an understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do. How do we know what the church is to do in our times? The Great Commission is the responsibility committed to the Church of Jesus Christ by the Lord. |
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| When I Get Around To It | March 14, 2010 |
When the truth is preached there is always a feeling of uneasiness or discomfort. Paul’s message to Felix was righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come. |
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| The Fifth Prerequisite to Revival “God’s people must call others to Pray” | March 7, 2010 |
We have looked at four of the five human prerequisites to revival thus far: Recognizing the need; Humbling oneself before God; True confession and repentance; and Fervent prayer for revival. Now, we look at the fifth and final link in this chain. We must call others to join with us in our passionate prayers. A few people are themselves revived. They begin to pray, and pray, and pray for revival in their church, or their city. The more they pray the greater the burden becomes. |
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| Fourth Prerequisites to Revival “PRAYER” | February 28, 2010 |
The fourth prerequisite for preparing the way for a mighty out pouring of God’s grace and power by revival is the need to pray fervently, persistently, and consistently for revival in our church and community. Prayer is a matter of the heart. It is to come out of a relationship with God, not for a reputation with God. |
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| Third Prerequisite for Revival (Confession and Repentance) | February 21, 2010 |
In our presentation this far, we have discussed first, recognizing the need for revival, and second, humbling ourselves before God. In order to bring revival to our community it further involves confession of and repentance from sin. |
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| Second Prerequisite for Revival “Humility” | February 14, 2010 |
We now bow before the Lord, both personally and corporately, and admit that we cannot produce revival, but that He can produce it. From studies of revivals, and from what the Word of God has to say about revival, it is very clear that without humility there can be no revival. |
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| First Prerequisite: “Recognize the need for Revival” | February 7, 2010 |
The first prerequisite that “set our sails” toward REVIVAL is recognizing the need for Revival. Not only was Josiah a man of prayer, and a person of action, but he was also honest about his own sins and the sins of his people. |
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| Repeated Stories | January 31, 2010 |
There was a time in David’s life when he went through an experience where he wasn’t satisfied in just repeating the story of God’s dealing with people of Israel. Now, it is time for the I AM to do it again! |
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| Online | January 24, 2010 |
Jesus was online with His heavenly Father. Parent do you want to talk to your children? Send them a text. You are either online or offline with your children. |
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| Real People | January 17, 2010 |
Today when we use this phrase as slang the term “real people” we are referring to a person who is authentic. This person is an individual you can count on regardless the circumstances. Joseph and May were real people. |
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| The Believer’s Task in a Decaying Society | January 10, 2010 |
It would be possible to look at the developing tensions between nations and the competition for petroleum resources, and become discouraged. The believer has a task in a decaying society. Are you watching with delight and expectation for His return? |
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| At the End of the Day | January 3, 2010 |
The perfect way to end this day would be for the rapture of the Church to take place. You see, this is not a ‘pet theory” adopted by some fanatics: it is a major doctrine of the Word of God. Next to faith, the Second Coming of Christ is the most dominant subject in the New Testament. |
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| A New You for a New Year | December 27, 2009 |
What makes 2010 important is the New You, Not the New Year. The importance of 2010 depends on you. The only way you and I can become all that God wants us to become is to be part of a mighty ministry. |
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| The Christmas Story | December 20, 2009 |
Has the Christmas story lost its meaning? Listen as the story is read from the scripture and learn again the real reason for the season. |
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| The Purpose of Christmas | December 13, 2009 |
The message of Christmas is good news. The Bible makes it clear that in salvation people are saved from the ultimate punishment for sin, the domination of sin, and the presence of sin. |
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| Unforgiving | December 6, 2009 |
Do you have the courage to forgive? I can give you three reasons why forgiveness is not an option for you. Forgiveness is not an emotion. It is, first, an act of your will. |
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| So He Did | November 29, 2009 |
Noah lived in a corrupt age, when men had become so universally depraved that the Lord determined to destroy the race. In the midst of this moral darkness Noah’s life was radiant with righteousness. God, in His great mercy, remembered Noah. God faithfully loved the people with whom He had covenanted. |
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| The Greatest Cause for Thanksgiving | November 22, 2009 |
Thanking is simply remembering, seasoned with justice and reverence. Our remembrance leads us to God and His holiness. How often we forget so easily. |
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| Limiting God | November 15, 2009 |
Even though God had showered blessings on His people, they provoked Him with their contempt and ingratitude. There are hindrances that can cause us to limit an unlimited God. |
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| Identification Gives the Want To | November 8, 2009 |
Our text give us the official emblem of a Christian, the “Christian’s badge.” Jesus gave the disciples this identification on the night before His crucifixion after He had washed and wiped their feet. When you identify with the love of God you will want to bring others to Him. |
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| Itching Ears | November 1, 2009 |
Sound or healthy teaching is essential for spiritual maturity, but will not always be tolerated. There will come a time when people will seek out teachers to tell them what they want to hear and what makes them feel good |
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| God’s Workmen | October 25, 2009 |
There is no lesson more clearly in sacred writ than the fact that God uses men. Nowhere in the libraries of men can you find a greater album of humanity than the Bible. |
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| Empty Vessels | October 18, 2009 |
The Widow’s oil miracle eventually stopped. Why? Simply there were no more empty vessels to fill. God out did their capacity to receive. |
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| Fruitful Living | October 11, 2009 |
We either manage money or it will manage us. Solomon, known for his wisdom and wealth, recorded five timeless principles of money management in Proverbs which I want to share with you today. |
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| The Jonah Syndrome | October 4, 2009 |
The Christian life is not all mountain top experiences, for the scriptures say God makes the sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and He sends rain on the just and on the unjust. |
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| Finding a Cheerful Heart | September 27, 2009 |
When you are hurting physically and mentally be encouraged and find a cheerful heart again. By this I’m talking about finding your hope again by rebuilding a cheerful heart from the pieces of a crushed spirit. |
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| Imagination | September 20, 2009 |
God tested Abraham in order to give Abraham an opportunity to show his true character. God sees the thoughts and intent or the imaginations of our hearts. The Bible also tell us that, “without faith it is impossible to please God”. It is by faith that we receive from God. |
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| One More Time | September 13, 2009 |
Samson demonstrated faith in calling upon God and in believing that God would help him. Just give me one more chance. One more opportunity to make good was his request. |
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| How Can One Satisfy These People | September 6, 2009 |
The New Age movement is simply Eastern philosophy adopted into the Western Culture. This has subtly crept into the church walls. This, my friend is done simply by replacing faith with reason. Churches are allowing spiritual experiences without repentance, spiritual significance without the Gospel of Jesus Christ. |
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| Inactive Ingredients | August 30, 2009 |
Active ingredients do something. Inactive ingredients are just filler. Which one are you in the body of Christ? It’s time to get our Spiritual priorities back in order and become active, fruitful members to bring honor to God. This message delivered by Kandi Hardy. |
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| How to Get Rid of Fear | August 23, 2009 |
When people are confronted with our present day political and economic circumstances, it is easy to be overcome with fear. But what is the response of the Believer? |
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| What is a Christian? | August 16, 2009 |
Fallen mankind needs a rebirth from above that will bring life to their dead spirits. Because alienation from God began with sin, Jesus provided the solution by paying sin’s penalty and offering eternal life to whoever trusts in Him. |
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| You Have Stayed Long Enough At This Mountain | August 9, 2009 |
Hearing and following the voice of God is the most significant thing a believer can do. Moses demonstrated the presence of the Holy Spirit as he prophesied to the people. |
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| A Passion for God | August 2, 2009 |
Tribes of people, when discovered for the first time, revealed some form of belief system. Mankind has been born with a passion for God, and second that our passion for God can be easily diverted. |
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| Is the Seed Still in the Barn | July 26, 2009 |
It is not enough to be a Christian only in the barn or in the Church. We can never be the productive seed Christ has called us to be if we stay only in the four walls of our building. The Great Commission was intended for every believer, not just evangelists. |
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| Understanding Prophecy | July 19, 2009 |
If Bible Prophecy is not clearly taught this generation can and will be deceived. As Believers, we have no need to fear the prophecy of the Lord because true prophecy, given by the Holy Spirit, will bear witness with your spirit and will give you peace, even in the time of storm. |
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| Anxiety | July 12, 2009 |
Throughout Scripture, the Lord gives us evidence that many people deal with anxiety-even those considered pillars of faith. God's Spirit does not impart fear or cowardice, but power, love, and a sound mind, or "self-control." |
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| Let the Baby Cry | July 5, 2009 |
The great deliverance of Israel rested on a baby crying in a basket. We must step up to the plate and provide innovative and anointed ministries for our children. Our children must be grounded in knowledge of the truth and experienced in applying it to their lives. |
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| Deliverance Faith | June 28, 2009 |
Many years ago someone gave this definition to faith. “Faith is the total response, of our total personality, to our deepest understanding of God”. |
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| Glory to God! or Hurrah! | June 21, 2009 |
Cheers are appropriate, when the last play has been made, when victory has been won, and when the contest is finished. That moment will arrive in the universe. You can count on it. |
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| DOWN IN THE DUMPS--YOU SOUND LIKE AN UNBELIEVER | June 14, 2009 |
The best have had their dark moments. These are moments of fog, uncertainty, and despair. There is a way out, David knew this therapy. Talk to a friend! Pray! Sing! |
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| Come Out | June 7, 2009 |
When God calls us into his presence the impossible becomes the possible. |
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| What’s the Use? | May 31, 2009 |
It doesn’t take long listening to the news concerning our economy and the job market and the world condition to become despaired. Job believed in his own personal integrity, and refused to confess to something he knew was not true. |
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| How are you Remembered | May 24, 2009 |
How will family and friends remember you? Many blame the Lord for their defeated life, which has been brought on by their own sins and ignorance. |
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| Pride: The Chief Cause of Misery | May 17, 2009 |
Pride has been the chief cause of misery in every nation and every family since the world began. What does God have to say about the sin of pride and its effect on us? How can we put pride in its rightful place? Listen as Kandi Hardy expounds on this important subject. |
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| A Godly Mother | May 10, 2009 |
A virtuous woman not only cares physically for her home, but she is also a “watchman” over the emotional and spiritual condition of her family. |
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| Kid’s Meal | April 26, 2009 |
God has designed the Church in such a way that its unity and effectiveness are dependent on the active involvement of all church members. God teaches us all we need is a Kid’s Meal. |
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| Back to the Basics | April 19, 2009 |
As believers and churches, we need to get back to the basics. If you get back to the basics and simply live a balanced life of living grace and proclaiming truth, you will find it won’t be so simple. The good news is you’ll be like Christ and will see lives dramatically changed. |
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| Resurrection Proof | April 12, 2009 |
In order to have eternal life, a person must place his or her faith in Jesus, who is the Christ, the Son of God, who came into the world to bring eternal life to those who believe. But is there evidence either to refute or support the most radical claim in history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ? |
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| The Meal That Heals | April 5, 2009 |
When God first established His Covenant with us, He also became our great provider. Many believers have never heard about the link between the Communion meal and healing, therefore it is time we revisit the scripture and acknowledge the potential power of the Lord’s Supper. |
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| Come Meet the Bridegroom | March 29, 2009 |
The emphasis in the parable before us is on life rather than on our labor, with the whole parable leading up to the final injunction---WATCH. All want to meet the Bridegroom, but have our lives prepared us to meet Jesus if he were to return today? |
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| Write It Down | March 22, 2009 |
Habakkuk wanted to know how God could allow the brazen activity of the Babylonians to continue unabated. Like Habakkuk, we can take a posture before God that enables us to hear His voice. Here are five (5) keys to hearing God’s voice. |
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| Unshakable | March 15, 2009 |
National boundaries are arbitrated. Some are erased. Empires rise and fade. Corporations bloom. Many expire. Cities decay. Armies are defeated. Political parties wane. In the midst of all this change Christ’s movement on this planet grows stronger. |
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| Confidence in Conflict | March 8, 2009 |
Few people enjoy conflict. We have a message that will change the world. When we face difficulty for honoring Christ, we should not be afraid. There are reasons that we, as children of our heavenly Father, ought to have confidence when encountering hardships. |
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| A Call To Action | March 1, 2009 |
In order to stand in this evil day we must know the Word and have a Godly perspective on life. – Pastor Kandi Hardy |
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| Jesus Noticed | February 22, 2009 |
It was characteristic of Him. Jesus entered into the lives of people. He put Himself in their place. He felt what they were feeling. He sensed perfectly their problems. You can trust Him! |
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| Scraping the Bottom of the Barrel | February 15, 2009 |
God will always have a remnant of people. He will even go outside the household of faith to bless those that are obedient to His Word. Pushing ahead into God’s plan and kingdom requires all our faith and energy – the torment of fear will keep us from going forward. |
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| From Death to Life | February 8, 2009 |
Spanish/English Pastor Ruben Escobar – A stirring message of finding life |
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| Hope in the Storm | February 1, 2009 |
In the Bible, Noah faced the greatest storm the earth has ever known: the Genesis flood. Yet he was prepared for the deluge and equipped to survive it. Why? |
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| Go Tell Your Neighbor | January 25, 2009 |
I am convinced that we are in an “emergency” situation. While in some areas the Church has made inroads and has gathered strength, worldwide it has become less and less of a factor. Why with all the resources we have available, the massive printing presses, the media, the personnel - why? |
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| Social Perception | January 18, 2009 |
Your perception determines your reality. Our society’s perception of greed seems to be business as usual. I challenge you to embrace God’s rest, before following business as usual. |
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| The Miracle Worker | January 11, 2009 |
There will always be a need in your life for Jesus, the miracle worker. On some occasions, He will reveal His greatness and solve your problem. On other occasions He will not solve your problem. Instead, He will release His grace giving you what you need to get through your problem. |
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| What is God doing in your Neighborhood ? | January 4, 2009 |
Now we know the shepherds saw and heard the angels. But didn’t anyone else in the Bethlehem region see them? How could they have missed it? How could they have missed what God was doing in their neighborhood? |
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| Our Strong Tower | December 28, 2008 |
Life in America is full of stress and strain, sooner or later you are going to face a crisis greater than you can handle. Hear me friend and get this into your mind. If God can see your need he will meet your need. (Special feature: A child dedication precedes the main message.) |
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| The Christmas Story | December 21, 2008 |
This is a reading of the Biblical Christmas Story. The Bible tells us an angle appeared to Joseph in a dream and told him that Mary’s child was conceived of the Holy Spirit. Then the angle told Joseph that the name of the Son to be born should be Jesus, meaning Jehovah is salvation. |
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| Impossible Adoption | December 14, 2008 |
Jesus did not have to adopt us, but he chose to adopt us. The astonishing truth is that Jesus sees to the core of each of us and declares us of infinite worth. We are made partakers of the redemption purchased by Christ, by the effectual application of redemption to us by his Holy Spirit. For with God nothing is impossible. |
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| It’s a Fact | December 7, 2008 |
Today’s generation has a tough task separating fantasy or fiction from reality. Reality programs and interactive participation make it very difficult to separate reality from fiction. Even when reported by news writers one cannot be absolutely positive that the facts are keenly separated from fiction. |
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| Out of the Fire | November 30, 2008 |
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? |
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| The Lord’s Work and Blessings | November 23, 2008 |
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”. |
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| Kingdom Producing Activities | November 16, 2008 |
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. |
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| Testimony and Calling | November 9, 2008 |
Greg Sandoval’s testimony of coming to saving faith in Jesus Christ and his subsequent ministry calling. |
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| His Enduring Mercy | November 2, 2008 |
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. |
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| Using What You Have | October 26, 2008 |
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. |
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| Steps to Successful Living | October 19, 2008 |
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. |
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| Sharing Life Together | October 12, 2008 |
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. |
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| The Blessed Hope | October 5, 2008 |
The blessed hope of Christ’s Second Coming brings energy, separation from ungodliness, transforms lives and restraint of idleness to the Church. |
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| Vision & Heritage | September 28, 2008 |
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. |
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| We Believe | September 21, 2008 |
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. |
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| Your Eternal Influence | September 14, 2008 |
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. |
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| The Church Should Be a Model for Community | September 7, 2008 |
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 |
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