How Jesus Restores Paradise on Earth

How Jesus Restores Paradise on Earth

When we see the dysfunction in our world, we often wonder what God is doing about it. This message looks at how God seeks to change one person at a time by transforming how we approach marriage, parenting, and work.

Colossians 3:17-4:1 // [outline]

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Who Is Like Our God?

Who Is Like Our God?

Do you know God as He has revealed himself in His Word? We can only do what God requires if we understand who He is. The message on Micah is one of judgment but also of hope for those who put their trust in the God of the biblical revelation who is like no other.

Micah 7:18-20 // [outline]

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It's Not Me, It's You!

It's Not Me, It's You!

Many people believe that they are the creators of their own destinies and the masters of their own fate, and they live their lives accordingly. In Col 1:15-20, however, Paul thinks very differently. This text loudly proclaims that we all have the same Creator and Master: Jesus; and he explains why.

Colossians 1:15-20 // [outline]

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How Christians Become More Like Jesus

How Christians Become More Like Jesus

Christians today have developed a reputation for loving Jesus but not acting like Him. What are we doing wrong? Too often, the church has painted a picture of the destination but not shown how to get there. This message looks at how Christians become more like Jesus.

Colossians 3:1-17 // [outline]

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Jesus vs. Judgment?

Jesus vs. Judgment?

Do you ever struggle with the weight of the world's judgment and pressure? In today's sermon, we learn why in Jesus we have hope to stand in the face of judgment and freedom to live the best way possible!

Colossians 2:16-23 // [outline]

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Jesus Joined at the Hip

Jesus Joined at the Hip

With the pace of life and the overload of information, we’re easily distracted. It’s hard for us to go deep with anything because there’s always something new to try. That tendency is fatal to a healthy walk with Jesus. This message shows how to fix it.

Colossians 2:6-15 // [outline]

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How Jesus Redefines Ministry

How Jesus Redefines Ministry

The goal, motivation, and power of Christian ministry are radically transformed by Jesus. This message considers how.

Colossians 1:24-2:5 // [outline]

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No Room for Improvement

No Room for Improvement

Christians should want to get closer to God, be more holy, and strengthen their spiritual lives. But the only way to do that is to delve deeper into Christ's love and grace. In this sermon, we are reminded why there is no way to improve on Christ's person and work for us.

Colossians 1:15-23 // [outline]

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 Jesus-Shaped Prayers

Jesus-Shaped Prayers

Prayer is a universal phenomenon that can be seen in almost every culture. Even many atheists pray. The question is how? How should a Christian’s prayers differ from the world? This message looks at principles to guide our prayers from the Apostle Paul’s prayer for the Colossians.

Colossians 1:1-14 // [outline]

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Justified People Don't Justify Their Sin

Justified People Don't Justify Their Sin

It’s easy to be smug when we read headlines or see examples of people around us caught in sin. But the fact is that we all have a tendency to deny the seriousness of our sin. This message looks at the consequences of holding onto sinful habits and how God helps to set us free.

1 Corinthians 6:9-20 // [outline]

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What To Do if Another Christian Rips You Off

What To Do if Another Christian Rips You Off

Today, people are quick to take each other to court and fight to get what they think they’re owed. Often, there’s much injustice done in the attempt to get justice. How should a Christian deal with their grievances? What should our attitude be toward lawsuits? This message looks at how Jesus’ followers can follow Jesus’ ways when they are wronged by fellow believers.

1 Corinthians 6:1-8, Matthew 18:15-17 // [outline]

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How Should the Church Deal With Its Own Sin?

How Should the Church Deal With Its Own Sin?

As cases of church coverups of sexual abuse continue to make the headlines, the world wants the church to do better. This message looks at how the church should deal with its sin and examines the practice of church discipline.

1 Corinthians 5:1-13 // [outline]

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When It's Time to Start Over

When It's Time to Start Over

Most people assume that they’ve got things pretty much figured out. When they begin to learn about God, they figure with a few tweaks they’ll be good to go. Jesus explained why far more drastic adjustments are often needed. This message looks at when those changes are needed and the joy that can motivate them when they are.

Luke 5:27-39 // [outline]

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Why Jesus Doesn't Heal Everyone

Why Jesus Doesn't Heal Everyone

When we hear of Jesus’ miracles, we can either feel cynical or disappointed if we don’t see Him respond in the same way in our lives. This message looks at why Jesus healed people and why He doesn’t always heal people today.

Luke 5:17-26 // [outline]

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When God Feels Like the Enemy

When God Feels Like the Enemy

Sometimes we can feel so beaten down and rejected that it feels like God’s against us. This message looks at a person who hoped in Jesus but wasn’t sure whether Jesus had any hope for him. It shows us how we can know that Jesus cares no matter how hard life feels.

Luke 5:12-16 // [outline]

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Why Does the Holy Spirit Choose to Come?

Why Does the Holy Spirit Choose to Come?

Jesus chose to humble Himself, eschew His own divine power, submit to the leading of the Holy Spirit, and rely upon His empowerment to live a holy life, in total obedience to His Father. This message will look at how to be filled with the Spirit, how to welcome the Spirit into our lives, and why the Holy Spirit chooses to come.

John 16:5-15 // [outline]

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Why Does the Holy Spirit Choose to Come?

Why Does the Holy Spirit Choose to Come?

Jesus chose to humble Himself, eschew His own divine power, submit to the leading of the Holy Spirit, and rely upon His empowerment to live a holy life, in total obedience to His Father. This message will look at how to be filled with the Spirit, how to welcome the Spirit into our lives, and why the Holy Spirit chooses to come.

John 16:5-15 // [outline]

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What Makes a Person Willing to Leave Everything?

What Makes a Person Willing to Leave Everything?

Peter’s transformation from bystander to follower provides a case study in how Jesus seeks to work in our lives.

Luke 5:1-11 // [outline]

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All Talk and Plenty of Action

All Talk and Plenty of Action

Jesus made some remarkable claims that people, at first, struggled to accept. He went on, however, to prove those claims with incredible miracles and acts of power. This message looks at how we should understand those miracles today and what we can learn from them.

Luke 4:31-44 // [outline]

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Why Did They Turn on Jesus?

Why Did They Turn on Jesus?

In His famous hometown sermon, the good news is rejected, and Jesus is almost killed because of the crowd’s preconceptions. This message looks at the good news about Jesus and the obstacles that keep us from receiving it.

Luke 4:14-30 // [outline]

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