Episodes
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Lessons from History | Jude 5-16
False teachers. Spiritual deception. God's judgment. These are not abstract theological concerns. They are urgent realities that the Epistle of Jude addresses head-on, and they are just as relevant for the church today as they were in the first century. Jude writes to warn believers about…
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Contending for the Faith | Jude 3-4
What does it mean that salvation is common to all believers? How should Christians respond when false teaching quietly enters the church? And what does Jude mean when he says the faith was once for all delivered to the saints? These are the questions at the heart of the book of Jude, one of the...
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Called, Beloved, Kept | Jude 1-2
What does it mean to be a Christian? The answer is not a list of rules or religious achievements. According to the opening verses of Jude, Christian identity is defined by three words: called, beloved, and kept. These words describe what God has done for His people, and they form the foundation…
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Matthew 25 Ministries | Joe and Pam Leonard
One of our elders, Greg Dolby, introduces us to Matthew 25 Ministries and leads us in a "panel" style discussion with Joe & Pam Leonard, both longtime active members and volunteers with the organization, followed by Joe Leonard bringing us the sermon of the week.
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Out of the Depths | Psalm 130
Psalm 130 is one of the most powerful and personal prayers in the entire Bible. In just eight verses, it moves from the depths of human despair to the heights of God's steadfast love, and it speaks directly to some of the most important questions anyone can ask: What do I do with my sin? Can God...
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Standing Firm | 1 Peter 5:8-14
Are you facing a battle you feel like you are losing? You are not alone, and you are not without help. Based on 1 Peter 5, this teaching walks through one of the most practical and encouraging passages in all of Scripture on the topic of spiritual warfare, resisting the devil, and standing firm…
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Casting Your Cares | 1 Peter 5:6-7
Are anxiety and pride connected? The answer might surprise you. First Peter 5:6-7 reveals that the path to peace runs directly through humility, and understanding why changes everything about how we handle worry. Anxiety is one of the fastest-growing struggles in the modern world, with clinical...
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To Know Him | Phil. 3:4-11
Do your good works, church attendance, or religious background make you right with God? It is one of the most important questions anyone can ask, and the answer from Scripture might surprise you. In Philippians 3, the Apostle Paul lays out one of the most powerful arguments in all of the New...
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Shepherd the Flock | 1 Peter 5: 1-5
What does the Bible actually say about church leadership, humility, and submission? First Peter 5:1-5 gives one of the clearest and most practical answers in all of Scripture, and it challenges both leaders and members of the church in equal measure. This passage begins with a direct word to...
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Sharing in Christ's Sufferings | 1 Peter 4:12-19
Does suffering mean God has forgotten you? Or could it actually be a sign that you are walking closely with Him? First Peter 4:12-19 addresses one of the most misunderstood realities of the Christian life, and the answer may surprise you. Peter opens with a striking word: do not be surprised at…
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Ceasing from Sin | 1 Peter 4:1-6
Can the gospel actually free you from the power of sin in your everyday life? First Peter 4:1-6 answers that question with a clear and urgent call to arm yourself with the mindset of Christ and to fight sin from a position of victory rather than defeat. This message explores what it truly means…
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Christus Victor | 1 Peter 3:18-22
What was Jesus doing between His death and resurrection? It is one of the most overlooked questions in Christianity, yet Scripture gives us a clear and powerful answer. First Peter 3:18-22 walks through three things Christ accomplished during those days: His work on the cross, His activity in the...
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Suffer for God | 1 Peter 3:8-17
What does the Bible say about responding to people who hurt you, slander you, or speak evil against you? First Peter 3 gives one of the most challenging and practical passages in all of Scripture on how Christians are called to treat their enemies, pursue peace, and defend their faith with grace....
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The Servant & His Shepherd | 1 Peter 2:18-25
What does your faith look like on a Monday morning? First Peter 2:18-25 is one of the most practical and challenging passages in the New Testament, addressing how Christians are called to live out their faith in the workplace, in difficult relationships, and in moments of unjust suffering. This...
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Fear God, Honor the Emperor | 1 Peter 2:13-17
Discover the biblical approach to Christian citizenship and government authority in this comprehensive study of 1 Peter 2:13-17. Learn how Christians should navigate the complex relationship between faith and politics, submission and accountability, earthly citizenship and heavenly allegiance.…
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Sojourners & Exiles | 1 Peter 2:8d-12
Discover what it means to be chosen by God and live as His people in today's world. This message explores the powerful identity Christians have as a royal priesthood, holy nation, and peculiar people called out of darkness into God's marvelous light. Learn how believers are meant to live...
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Living Stones | 1 Peter 2:4-8c
Discover your true identity as a living stone in God's spiritual temple and learn how this transforms your daily life and witness. This powerful biblical teaching explores 1 Peter 2:4-8 and reveals how every believer becomes a walking temple of God, carrying His presence wherever they go. Key...
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Christ Jesus Came to Save Sinner | 1 Tim. 1:12-17
Discover the transformative power of God's grace through the Apostle Paul's incredible testimony in 1 Timothy 1:12-17. This powerful message explores how God chooses the most unlikely people to display His mercy and grace. Learn about Paul's honest confession of his past as a blasphemer and...
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Taste of Grace | 1 Peter 1:22-2:3
Discover the secret to authentic Christian love that goes beyond surface-level relationships. This powerful message explores what it means to love with brotherly affection in a world of fading connections and temporary pleasures. Learn how to develop philadelphia love - the deep, committed bond...
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A Holy Hope | 1 Peter 1:13-21
Discover how to live as God's adopted children through biblical holiness and spiritual growth. This powerful message explores 1 Peter 1:13-20, revealing the connection between God's grace and holy living. Learn what it means to prepare your mind for action in Christian life and break free from...
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Concerning this Salvation | 1 Peter 1: 10-12
Discover the incredible truth about God's eternal plan of salvation and how Old Testament prophets searched for the Gospel centuries before Christ's arrival. This powerful message explores 1 Peter 1:10-12 and reveals how biblical prophecy works like a sunrise, becoming progressively brighter as…
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Faith: Tried and True | 1 Peter 1: 6-9
Discover the profound Christian paradox of experiencing joy and sorrow simultaneously during life's trials. This message explores why believers don't need to fake happiness or pretend suffering doesn't hurt, revealing instead how genuine faith allows both emotions to coexist. Learn why even…
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Living Hope | 1 Peter 1: 3-5
Understanding the true nature of salvation and spiritual rebirth is essential for every Christian. This biblical exploration examines what it really means to be born again and who deserves credit for our faith. Many Christians struggle with questions about salvation, eternal security, and God's...
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Elect Exiles | 1 Peter 1: 1-2
Discover the incredible transformation of Peter from fisherman to apostle and what it means for Christians today. This powerful message explores how Simon became Peter, the meaning behind his name change, and the authority Jesus gave him to lead the early church. Learn about the dual identity of...
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Humble Hosanna | Matthew 21:1-11 | Palm Sunday '26
Discover the profound meaning behind Palm Sunday and why Jesus chose to enter Jerusalem as a humble King riding a donkey instead of a conquering warrior on a horse. This powerful message explores the true identity of Jesus Christ and challenges common misconceptions about His mission and purpose....
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Restored and Redeemed | Ruth 4: 1-22
Discover the incredible redemption story in the Book of Ruth and how it reveals God's amazing love story that points directly to Jesus Christ. This powerful biblical narrative shows us what it truly means to be redeemed and how God can transform even the most unlikely circumstances into His…
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The Restless Redeemer | Ruth 3:1-18
Discover powerful lessons about faith, redemption, and finding true rest in God through the compelling story of Ruth chapter 3. This biblical narrative reveals how to overcome feelings of unworthiness and approach God with confidence, while learning what it means to have a Redeemer who never…
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The Redeemer Revealed | Ruth 2:1-23
Discover how God's providence works through ordinary circumstances to bring extraordinary hope in this powerful exploration of Ruth chapter 2. Learn why nothing in your life is truly random and how God establishes every step you take, even when life feels chaotic and uncertain. This biblical…
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Returning Back to Bread | Ruth 1:1-22
Discover powerful lessons about faith, repentance, and God's restoration in this exploration of Ruth chapter 1. Learn why Elimelech's decision to move his family from Bethlehem to Moab during a famine represents more than just relocation - it's a spiritual crisis that mirrors our own struggles…
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Koinonia: Preparing for Power | Acts1-2:41
Discover the transformative power of Christian community and why believers need more than individual faith to experience God's greatest works. This message explores the biblical concept of koinonia - the deep spiritual fellowship that connected early church believers and enabled extraordinary...
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Koinonia- Sustained Growth | Acts 2:42-47
Discover how the early church sustained one of history's greatest revivals through surprisingly ordinary means. After 3,000 souls were saved at Pentecost, the early believers faced a crucial question: how do you maintain spiritual momentum after such an extraordinary move of God? This powerful...
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Loving the Lord | 1 Cor. 16:14-24
*We apologize again for the quality of the audio. We're still dealing with sorting out a couple of technical issues. Discover the true meaning of church community and what it means to love both Christ and His people. This powerful message explores why believers are called to gather together and…
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Love On Mission | 1 Cor. 16: 5-14
*We apologize for the lesser audio quality of the recording this week. Please bear with us as we resolve some unexpected, ongoing technical issues. Discover what authentic Christian mission looks like when powered by love in this powerful exploration of Paul's ministry principles. Learn how the...
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Gospel Giving | 1 Cor. 16:1-4
Biblical giving and financial stewardship are essential topics for Christian spiritual growth and discipleship. This comprehensive guide explores what the Bible teaches about money, tithing, and generous giving based on First Corinthians 16:1-4 and other key Scripture passages. Learn why God...
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The Death of Death - 1 Cor. 15:50-58
Discover what the Bible reveals about our future resurrection bodies and why they are essential for eternal life. This comprehensive study of First Corinthians 15 explores Paul's teaching on resurrection, glorification, and what happens when Jesus returns. Learn why our current flesh and blood...
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1 Cor. 15: 29-49 - December 28th, 2025
Join us as Pastor Nick brings us a message about the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ...and of us.
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Christmas: Joy with Jesus - December 21st, 2025
Join us as Pastor Nick brings us the message for our Christmas Service.
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Firstfruits of the Future | 1 Cor. 15:20-28
Discover the profound meaning behind Christ's resurrection and why it changes everything about how we live today. This powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 15:20 reveals why Jesus is called the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep and what this means for every believer's future hope and...
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If Christ Isn't Raised | 1 Cor. 15:12-19
Discover why the resurrection of Jesus Christ is absolutely essential to Christianity and what happens if it's not true. This powerful message explores one of the most challenging questions believers face: What good is a dead Jesus? Learn why the apostle Paul argued that without the resurrection,...
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Grace of God Gospel | 1 Cor. 15:1-11
Discover why the gospel is more than just your entry point into Christianity in this powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 15. Learn how the Apostle Paul reveals three crucial dimensions of the gospel in every believer's life and why even mature Christians need constant gospel reminders. This...
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Decently and In Order - 1 Cor. 14:26-40
Discover biblical guidelines for practicing spiritual gifts in church worship services. This comprehensive study of 1 Corinthians 14:26-40 addresses common questions about tongues, prophecy, and church order that many Christians face today. Learn how to balance spiritual sensitivity with biblical...
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Prophecy and Tongues - 1 Cor. 14: 1-25
Join us for this weeks message from Pastor Nick as he teaches about prophecy and speaking in tongues.
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Love Never Ends - 1 Cor. 13:8ab
Join us for this weeks message from Pastor Nick!
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What Is Love - 1 Cor. 13:1-7
Discover the true meaning of Christian love through Paul's famous love chapter in 1 Corinthians 13. This powerful biblical passage reveals why love is essential for authentic Christian living and spiritual maturity. Learn how love differs from mere emotion or sentiment, and why spiritual gifts...
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One Body, One Spirit - 1 Cor. 12:12-31
Discover the biblical foundation for church unity and spiritual gifts in this powerful exploration of 1 Corinthians 12. Learn why every believer matters in the body of Christ and how to overcome comparison and division in the church. This message addresses common struggles Christians face with...
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Wisdom for a Non-Christian World | Prov. 4:25-27
In this sermon, Elder Joe Francis discusses the Book of Proverbs, focusing on chapter 4 and the pursuit of godly wisdom. He uses the metaphor of Christians as sheep living among pigs (non-Christians) to illustrate the challenge of living godly lives in an ungodly world. The sermon emphasizes that...
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Showing the Spirit | 1 Cor. 12:1-11
Are spiritual gifts dividing your church or uniting it? Discover how these manifestations of the Holy Spirit are meant to create unity in diversity! The true evidence of the Spirit's work isn't flashy supernatural displays but Jesus being exalted. What gifts has God given you, and are you using...
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Table Manners | 1 Cor. 11:27-34
Discover the profound spiritual significance of communion beyond the ritual. This message explores what it truly means to take the Lord's Supper in a 'worthy manner' according to 1 Corinthians 11. Learn why self-examination matters before communion and how it protects us from spiritual drift…
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God on Trial: Murdered for Truth | John 18
Finding Peace in Turbulent Times | Jesus' Kingdom Perspective Discover how Jesus' powerful declaration 'My kingdom is not of this world' offers hope and direction in today's divided society. This message explores the profound encounter between Jesus and Pilate during history's most significant...
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Proclaiming Until He Comes | 1 Cor. 11:23-26
Explore how communion helps us remember the gospel daily, not just as our entry point to faith but as the ongoing power for Christian living. See how we simultaneously look back at Christ's death and forward to His return, living in the 'already but not yet' kingdom.Perfect for those struggling...
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