Episodes
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As Pastor Lance continues through 1 John 4, he emphasizes God's love through our actions towards others. He explains the characteristics of true agape love, and how when we love others sacrificially, it is a reflection of our Father's nature.
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Gabe Jauregui walks us through the brutality of the crucifixion, and the mockery that our Lord faced leading up to it. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the personal nature of the cross. Jesus took on my personal sin, so that I may be one with the Father. The cross of Christ is the pinnacle of the Love our God has toward us.
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Rod and Noreen Carver from Corpus Christi, TX share with our church body a testimony of God's deliverance from the torment of mental illness over the last year. Pastor Rod encourages us that, in times of difficulty, when it feels like God doesn't hear our prayers, He is with us and He is still good.
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Pastor Lance walks the church through the recent Footsteps of Paul tour, highlighting Paul's message in Athens, given to learned people who were culturally steeped in idolatry. In the book of Acts, Paul used the "unknown god" to witness about the One True Living God, explaining God's nature and our need for repentance. Pastor Lance explains how Paul's message and mission is the same as that of our present day Church in America.
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John Busch shares from Matthew 27 about the betrayal of Judas, the various trials Jesus faced, and how the tide of popular opinion turned against the Son of God and led to His crucifixion. He talks about the lessons we can learn from Judas' failure, and what remorse should lead us to, as believers.
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Pastor Lance gives us an update from the Footsteps of Paul Trip.
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Chad Bell discusses Jesus' arrest and trial, highlighting the disciples' actions and the brutality faced by Jesus. Peter's journey with Christ illustrates how his faith grew, and Chad explains the importance of a close relationship with Jesus, and how trusting in the Lord grows our own faith.
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Bob Tyler shares about the relevance of faith in our societal issues, emphasizing the church's role as a moral guide. He discusses the importance of Christian voting and civic responsibility, while addressing concerns about honesty in education. Building on Pastor Lance and Matt Maher's messages the last 2 weeks, Bob encourages the church that we can find certainty in Christ amidst the uncertainty we see in our world today.
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Randy Dickinson continues through Matthew 26, picking up where Jesus is in the Garden of Gethsemane in one of His most agonizing moments here on earth. Randy highlights Jesus' deep distress as he faces God's wrath, emphasizing the importance of prayer. Just as Jesus submitted to the Father's will, demonstrating perfect obedience, so we believers are encouraged to seek strength and comfort through sincere prayer with the Lord in our trials.
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Matt Maher shares with our church highlighting the four strategies of the enemy throughout history: contradicting truth, controlling narratives, creating conflict, and targeting youth. He stresses the importance of aligning our beliefs with scripture and discerning deception both in and out of the church. Comparing modern day America to Nazi Germany, Matt explains how education is vital for the next generation, how the church needs true shepherds, and the importance for believers to stand for our values.
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Jason Stead teaches from Matthew 26:1-35, which reveals the importance of Jesus's life and mission, emphasizing His intentional actions leading to the cross. He connects the Passover's significance to Jesus's sacrifice as the Lamb of God, fulfilling prophecy for our salvation, and creating a new covenant through His body and blood (communion). Jason also addresses Peter's denial and what that means for our hope and restoration.
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In this topical message, Pastor Lance gives biblical examples of people (Daniel, David, Noah, etc.) who were called to stand for God in a godless culture, much like ours today. They impacted the world around them, and so should we. The spiritual battles we face as believers are the ones where our new nature can be best showcased to bring God glory, and we cannot be silent (or found sleeping) at a time like this!
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Pastor Jimmy Orate shares with our church out of Hebrews 12:1-2, discussing faith, perseverance, and the need to rely on God's promises. His message encourages us to look to Jesus for strength and to live as examples for others.
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Pastor Lance takes us verse by verse through 1 John 4:7-11 on "Why We Love", drilling in on the love of Christ and how that should define our lives as believers. He explains how God's ultimate act of love was sending Jesus in the flesh to serve mankind, to die for us, and to raise to life again. We must also love people in such a self-sacrificing way.
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Jason Stead teaches through Matthew 25:31-46 about the final judgment, recognizing that God's glory shapes our perspective on life's difficulties. He reminds believers that remembering God's plan promotes spiritual growth in the church, and that we are spared from the wrath that God will pour out on the unbelieving world.
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Brad Dacus shares with our church about the importance of being available for the Lord's use, through the story of Esther. He encourages believers to vote our biblical values, and to stand for righteousness in a dark and corrupt world.
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Gabe Jauregui discusses teachings from Matthew chapters 24 and 25. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared for Christ's return, illustrated by the parable of the talents. He highlights the distinction between faithful and lazy servants, misconceptions about God's character, and the call to service. Gamer then encourages Christians to engage in good works and recognize their value in God's kingdom.
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Starting 1 John 4, Pastor Lance stresses the need to test spirits to discern between truth and error. He reminds us that the authority of scripture is supreme, God's character never changes, and spiritual maturity is born through trials and prayer. He reminds us that our biblical views should come before any societal perspectives, and we must use that lens in the upcoming election as we put feet to our faith.
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Randy Dickinson teaches out of Matthew 25, emphasizing the context of the rapture and second coming of Christ. He discusses signs of the end times, focusing on the abomination of desolation. Walking through the parable of the ten virgins, Randy illustrates the importance of personal preparedness and stresses that continuous commitment to following Jesus is essential, as readiness is a lifelong journey requiring spiritual renewal and vigilance.
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Examining Ephesians 4, Pastor Lance talks about the functions and roles within the body of Christ - how God connects and utilizes believers. He talks about how love should be the motivating force behind our service, and what love produces in and through the body. He highlights the importance of unity, service, and obedience within the church, as well as the process of surrendering our sinful desires to allow God to work in our lives.
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