Commerce Community Church

Our Lord is so faithful. He is our Savior, and was sent to die for us. He is God with us and closer than a brother. He gave us life forever, and all have the plan of salvation. His Spirit draws us to Him. All He asks of us after we are saved is to keep His commandments.

Lesson: Matthew 2:1-12 Luke 2:11 "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which iss Christ the Lord."

Our Lord has given us gifts that last eternally; everlasting life, love, joy, peace, faith, goodness, righteousness, and truth. Gal 5:22 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith." Eph 5:9 "For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth."

Luke 2:1-14 "And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because h...

Faith is believing without evidence. Hope is our expectations as to what God can and will do. Faith will activate the power given to us by our Lord. Hebrews 11:1 "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Rom 10:17 "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God."

Act 7:47-50 But Solomon built him an house. Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet, Heaven is my throne, and earth is my footstool: what house will ye build me? saith the Lord: or what is the place of my rest? Hath not my hand made all these things?

Psalm 16:8 I have set the LORD always before me: because He is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. Psalm 62:2 He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be greatly moved. Psa 40:2-3 He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. And He hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God:...

The Ten Lepers: Luk 17:11-19 And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. And as he entered into a certain village, there met him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: And they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have mercy on us. And when he saw them, he said unto them, Go shew yourselves unto the priests. And it cam...

Worldwide, people desperately need God's Word. Prayer is the first way to help. Pray for continued access to schools, hotels, prisons, hospitals, and the military. Pray for funds to supply more Scriptures for the world. Most importantly, pray for those who need Jesus Christ as their Savior.

2Ti 3:1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. Gen 6:1-8 And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose. And the LORD said, My spirit shall not always strive with man, for that he also is flesh: y...

Rev. Don Van Zandt delivered a sermon about the woman with an issue of blood. If she could but touch the hem of Jesus' garment, she knew she would be healed of a great heath problem. Jesus told her it was her faith that made her whole! Mat 9:22 "But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from...

Commerce Community Church, located in West Des Moines, IA, uploads Sunday sermons each week. Now you can listen to the weekly sermon anytime, anywhere using the RSS feed. You will be blessed by hearing Dr. B. L. Rice present God's Word each Sunday.

Gen 2:7 And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. Jhn 6:63 It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing: the words that I speak unto you, they are spirit, and they are life. Rom 8:2 For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death. Rom 8:10...

Rev. Jeremy Breese provided Commerce with a sermon that truly fed our souls! He spoke from Ephesians 1:1-23 pointing out seven purposes: 1) desire us to become children of God, 2) to be holy and blameless through Him, 3) to love and be in the beloved, 4) be rich in spirit and wisdom with a mind that changes through God, 5) wants to reveal all mysteries to us, with us pursuing those mysteries, 6) d...

This has been a very special day, Commerce has celebrated the 42nd anniversary with Dr. B. L. Rice. We had various members sharing their testimonies and history with the church. We have chosen two to share with you, a song written by one of our members, Diana Walker, and a poem written by another member, John Ayers.

We are the precious, great pearl which God has seen and know it is beyond price. He sells all, He gives all to purchase the pearl, His very life! We are that Great Pearl, blessed, loved and cherished by the One who died for us.

O how powerful is the precious "Word of God!" It is the substance of our strength, the hope of our eternal life and so much more. We read it, devour it, and live by this awesome blessing from our God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Psa 127:3-4 "Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth." Mrk 10:14-6 "But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive...

"And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions. And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers. And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing." Luke 2...

While Jesus was teaching in the temple, the religious leaders interrupted Him by bringing a woman caught in adultery, asking Jesus what Moses would do. But Jesus turned this humiliating incident around, not condemning her, but giving the woman the opportunity to be saved, and to start a new life with Jesus.

We, the church, stands together creating a unit of faith! When we stand together many times in the Bible, this unit moves God's hand. There is spiritual power when a "unit of faith" prays as a unit to our Lord.

How precious the scene of the Cross! There Jesus set mankind free if we will believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and follow faithfully after Him. "A rugged wood, a heavy price, love's sacrifice, a saving slice. For sins of man, a crown of thorns, upon the cross, hope is born."

We are told all that His Beloved has done to make this vineyard beautiful, but alas it as given forth wild grapes. Have you ever felt you have worked hard, been faithful, and yet 'hard things' seem to come your way? I think the point of this passage scripture is: They cared more for the earthy benefits than the spiritual benefits.

James 4:6-8 But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble. Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded.

As we hear the account of the Hebrew children in the fire in this sermon, "Four men in the fire:" they would not bow to their circumstances. But they remained faithful as the world heated up the fire against them. This is the works of darkness to harass the believer. God is checking the hearts of His people as the day approaches. He is Coming!