Episodes
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When God Gives the "Wrong" Answer
The account of Jesus and the Canaanite woman of Matthew 15 is one of the most troubling passages in the New Testament. But a closer look shows us how to deal with the seeming disappointment, discouragement, and even disillusionment when God doesn't answer our prayers in the way we'd hoped.
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How a Christian is Supposed to Fight
Spiritual Warfare is all about fighting our battles in the spirit instead of "in the flesh."
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Jesus Our Great High Priest
What makes Jesus a better and more perfect priest than all the human priests that have lived? Find out in today's sermon. But first we heard a testimony of how God spoke to Diana concerning the way she used politics. A timely message!
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Personal Testimonies from The Renovation House
Today we had the awesome privilege of hosting one of the ministries WCC supports monthly--The Renovation House in Spencer, NY. These individuals are more than "in recovery." Their lives are being totally transformed by the power of God! Hear their testimonies.
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A Special Message about the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
Did you know that Christianity is spreading fastest in the countries where it's most dangerous to be a Christian? Find out why.
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What the Feast of Tabernacles Means for American Christians Right Now
The Jewish nation just celebrated the Feast of Tabernacles; what is the spiritual meaning behind it for Christians, how did Jesus celebrate it in the New Testament, and why is it important for us to remember in this hour of our nation's history?
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The Meaning of the Trespass Offering
The Trespass Offering of Leviticus 5 and 6 had to do with sins against God and people. How important are relationships to God, and how seriously should we take it when we know we've hurt someone in any way?
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What Do the Old Testament Offerings Mean for Us Today?
Do you ever wonder how the sacrifices and offerings of the ancient Jewish system of the Old Testament holds any relevance for Christians today? Actually, they have huge spiritual significance for our relationships with God and people! In this sermon, we look at three of the five OT offerings: the...
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If You're Scared, You're a Candidate for Courage!
Our friend Kurt Heisey shares a powerful message with insight into the meaning of courage.
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What's All the Fuss About Blood Sacrifice in the Bible?
The idea that God requires a blood sacrifice is offensive to a lot of people, and a part of Christianity many would rather ignore. In this message, we look at "Four C's" of Jesus' blood that help us understand the meaning and purpose of blood sacrifice.
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Three Tabernacle Truths
Every structure and ritual in the Old Testament foreshadows something in the New Testament, and the Tabernacle (tent) in the wilderness was no different. Today we look at three truths this tent teaches us about our relationship with God.
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Meet Me at the Mercy Seat
You can tell a lot about a person by the place at which He wants to meet you. "Meet me at the Mercy Seat" is the message God gave to Moses, and is echoed at the Cross; God relates to us from mercy. May we never forget!
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The Ten Commandments and the Sermon on the Mount
Jesus elevated the Ten Commandments in such a way as to show us we cannot possibly keep His higher law without the aid of the Holy Spirit.
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Testimony of Cuu Tran and Thoughts from Romans
Cuu Tran shares his testimony of recent coming to Christ, followed by a few thoughts on salvation from the book of Romans.
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The Terrifying Mountain
Exodus 19 describes the "terrifying" holiness of God, and this sermon is an attempt at reconciling God's love with the awesomeness of His holiness.
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Jethro's Great Advice About Work
From Exodus 18 we learn important lessons on leadership, service and work. Moses would have crashed and burned had he not taken Jethro's advice.
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The Mystery of the Manna
In this teaching, Faith draws three parallels in scripture to show us how the manna of the wilderness symbolizes Jesus, our Bread of Life, and the Church, which is His Body. We are "bread" for each other, yet we hold each other with the same regard the Israelites held toward the mundane manna.
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When God Says, "Go Forward!"
This message from Exodus 13-14 is about Israel crossing the Red Sea on dry land. When our enemy the devil pursues us from behind, and we see no way forward, we can either give in, fight in our own strength, or trust God to fight for us.
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Anna Bogdan's Mission Trip Report from Brazil
Anna Bogdan shares about her recent mission trip to Brazil and all that God has been doing in her life.
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Spiritual Shortness of Breath
In Exodus 4 the people were so anxious and full of fear that they had, according to the original Hebrew translation, shortness of "breath" or "spirit."
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The Three B's of Baptism
In this short teaching, Faith points out three truths that water baptism signifies, all starting with the letter "B."
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I Am Who I Am and I Am With You
When God called Moses to be a great leader, Moses asked a common question: Who Am I? God didn't answer his question, but instead told Moses Who HE Himself was. That is the strongest basis for identity.
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Turn Aside to See the Burning Bush
Do you ever wonder why some people, including Christians, never seem to get off "the treadmill" of discouragement and defeat? Or why some don't seem to ever hear God's voice? This passage from Exodus 3 gives us a clue as to why.
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The Long, Detoured Call of Moses
Moses' call to leadership was in the context of having committed a crime and running from the scene. His "doctorate of theology" took place over 40 years in a desert. This passage from Exodus 2 teaches us that God can use our most idiotic mistakes as "ministry preparation."
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This King Knows You
We continue in our journey through the Bible in Exodus 1, where we learn about the king "who did not know Joseph." What's it like to live in a world where you are not recognized and valued, but are judged on the basis of things that don't define who you actually are? It's hard! But the wonderful...
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A Different Kind of King
In this Palm Sunday message we are reminded that Jesus came as a very different Messiah than the kind the Jews were expecting; He is still, today, a very different kind of King than even many Christians want.
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Leave Your Water Pot
The famous "Woman at the Well" did something extraordinary; she left her water pot at the very well at which she came to satisfy her thirst. How might this act speak to us today?
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Becoming "Surety" for the Brother: How Judah Represents Jesus
Judah plays a very important role in the story of Joseph; his role as intercessor for his brother Benjamin foreshadows Jesus and sets an example of the kind of love God wants us to have for each other.
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The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant
Matthew 18 contains a parable about forgiveness that gives us perspective on why we can forgive others.
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Joseph and the Pain of People Who Disappoint
Part of Joseph's "character formation" was learning how to deal with disappointment when it comes from people. This is one of the greatest tests of spiritual maturity!
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Three Things to Keep in Mind When Life Takes a Detour
As we look at the story of Joseph in Genesis, and the sudden "detour" his life took, it's important to keep three things in mind for ourselves when the unexpected happens.
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An Open Door in 24
In this New Year's message, Faith preaches from Revelation 3:7-8, with a message for the church, and for each of us personally.
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Greatly Afraid and Distressed --Faith Bogdan
In Genesis 32 Jacob is "greatly afraid and distressed." How does God respond? By challenging him to a wrestling match! Find out the meaning behind this strange account in scripture.
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What it Takes to Be a Part of Heaven's Special Ops--David Bogdan
King David's three mighty warriors famously stood their ground while everyone around them fled in the face of difficulty. What can we learn from them? Pastor Dave tells us in this inspiring message.
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Is it Worth it to Follow Jesus?
In Mark 10:17 a young man is faced with his own answer to this question every believe needs to come to grips with: Is it worth it to follow Jesus?
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Leah the Unloved Wife
Is there hope for those who've been "less loved" than they should be in life? We look to the story of Leah in Genesis 29.
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The Uncommon Church by Pastor Peter DeArruda
In this powerful sermon our guest speaker, Pastor Peter DeArruda of NYSUM, uses a miraculous incident from Mark 2 to show us what is to be our whole approach to people who are "laid low" in any way. As a minister in NYC, Pastor Peter even points out that the immigration crisis is independent of…
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Jacob's Ladder, Jesus' Cross
While Jacob is on the run from a brother who wants to kill him, God shows up in a powerful and personal way.
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An Inheritance Thrown Away
In this sermon from Genesis 25 and 27, we see what was in Esau's heart concerning his inheritance, and connect his story to how we value our spiritual "birthright."
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Hosting the Presence of God
In this "talk" Faith gives a recap of a trip she and Dave took to visit a friend's church in Erie, PA. The experience was a reminder of what God really wants in a church.
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A Millennial Goes Church Shopping (Podcast Interview with Sarah Bogdan)
In this stand alone podcast episode, Faith Bogdan interviews her daughter Sarah about her eye-opening experience looking for a home church when she went away to college. This was recorded in February, 2022.
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Seeking a Bride for My Son
Rebekah possessed a certain quality that made her God's choice for a bride for Isaac. This story parallels God's "search for a Bride" for His Son. What is Jesus looking for in a "Bride" (the church)?
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Giving Context to the Radical Story of Abraham and Isaac
Genesis 22 is one of the most disturbing stories in the Bible, and one that atheists commonly point to in their objections to Christianity. But understanding the context of Abraham's calling and relationship with God helps us understand why he could obey such a radical command by God.
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Is It a Good Thing, or a God Thing?
In Genesis 16, Sarai thought her good idea was God's idea; we are still seeing the consequences to her mistake, played out on the world stage! What "good thing" are you contemplating that may not actually be a "God thing?"
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Evangelism from the Heart with Ruth and Rebecca Bogdan
Ruth and Rebecca Bogdan share a refreshing approach to evangelism, and tell us where the church gets it wrong, and how to correct our approach to, and view of, people.
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The Sign of Circumcision
What does circumcision in the Old Testament have to do with our relationship with God as New Testament believers? Today we take another look at Abraham and how his life connects with Christ and the Cross.
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The Abrahamic Covenant and the Mystery of the Split Hoof
What do the split animals in Genesis 15, the split hoof in Deuteronomy 14, and the "warring natures" in Romans 7 teach us about our identity in Christ? How can this truth set us free from the guilt and condemnation that comes even after we've repented?
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Four Things Abraham Had to Do
In this first lesson on the life of Abraham, we look at the covenant God made with him in Genesis 15. God alone was the responsible party in this promise agreement, but Abraham himself had four parts to play.
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The Lettuce People
"The Lettuce People" is a sermon about the Tower of Babel. If Adam and Eve tried to "save" themselves through self-preservation, and Cain tried to "save" himself through self-effort, then the builders of this tower represent those who try to "save" themselves through self-glorification.
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Get Out of the Ark!
As we continue our journey through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, we look at an old familiar story, Noah's Ark, but from a different angle. This sermon is a challenge to leave the past behind.
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Sunday sermons from Wellsburg Community Church located in Wellsburg, New York.
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