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Galatians 4 continues to draw attention to “sonship.”  Paul tells the Galatian believers they are sons (daughters), not slaves forming a very intimate relationship with God the Father.  As children who have been freed from bondage, the challenge is heard: don’t go back!   What might this bondage be?  Listen in!

Part This message focuses on the second half of Galatians 3, continuing to remind the reader that salvation is by faith. To drive this point home further Paul says that Abraham was declared righteous years before the Mosaic law was even given. So Paul asks an excellent question: what is the purpose of the law if salvation is by faith? Paul answers that question in this passage.

The apostle Paul had some sharp words for the Galatian believers recorded in the third chapter of Galatians. He presented them with a question, an illustration, and closes this section (3:1-14) by reminding these believers that relying on the Mosaic Law puts them under a curse. But this is the very reason why Jesus came! Paul says that “He redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse...

The apostle Paul addresses churches in Galatia, believers who were both Jew and non-Jew. Because the church was in its infant stage, one can imagine some of the conflicts they dealt with – especially considering many had come to faith in Jesus out of Judaism. Paul says the words He has for these believers are not his own, but given to him by revelation of Jesus Christ. One of the biggest convincer...

This message is the introduction to the book of Galatians, looking specifically at the first 10 verses.  The apostle Paul, human author of this book, writes of his astonishment to churches in Galatia who were so quickly deserting the One who had called them.  Who is the One who called them?  And what happens when people desert the One who called them?  Listen in!

Have you taken a road trip with family or friends and heard these words echo through the vehicle? Sometimes they are said with frustration and sometimes with jest. Either way, it’s nice to know where we are going and how long until we will be there. Church families are similar. It is nice to know where we are going and how long until we get there! Listen in to learn the focus for 2019.

God’s plans prevail! God used ordinary people to accomplish His purposes. The simple message is heard: God’s plans prevail…despite who we are or what we believe we have to offer. If we are willing to bow our knee to Jesus, God uses us in carrying out His plans. Even if we refuse to bow our knee, God still carries out His plans. His plans prevail!

Today concludes the fourth Sunday studying the titles given to Jesus based on Isaiah 9:6. The final title found in the Scripture passage is “Prince of Peace.” Jesus came to bring peace and even declared it is His to give. To know Jesus is to know peace! This is also the fourth Sunday of advent focusing on love.

This message emphasizes Jesus as Everlasting Father, the description given Him by Isaiah the prophet (9:6).  We look at John 14:1-11 which describes Jesus equal with the Father, a fundamental truth taught in the pages of Scripture.  What is the significance of this doctrine?  Listen in to find out!

This second week of advent focuses on the peace available to those who trust in Jesus, the Mighty God. A title Isaiah gives the promised deliverer is Mighty God. The Old Testament teaches the might of God in numerous ways. This message recalls God’s deliverance of Israel from bondage under Pharaoh, connecting that same might to Christ Himself.

Titles communicate something about the person who holds the title.  They tell of someone’s skill set or perhaps area of expertise.  Isaiah 9:6 is a prophecy made concerning the coming Savior.  It includes four titles given – each one describing something true of the Messiah.   This message focuses on Jesus being a Wonderful Counselor! NOTE: This is the first Sunday of adve...

When did you last attend a funeral? Remember the vibe you sensed while there? It was this same feeling that many people were experiencing in this account with Jesus. A widow has lost her only son and Jesus stops the funeral procession in a way that no one would ever forget. Listen in!

A new mini-series is introduced in this message called “Am I Available?” focusing on our availability to allow God to use us however He deems best. The foundational truth wrestled with in this message is this: I am not my own. Once we recognize that we have been purchased by the blood of Jesus and are not our own, we begin to listen to the voice of God the Holy Spirit who leads us in serving Him....

This is the conclusion of a six week series on the life of Joseph, looking at the “twists and turns” his life took. This message looks at the interaction of 11 brothers with Joseph as well as well as Joseph revealing his true identity to them. Joseph recognized God’s ultimate purpose in spite of evil intentions. Through it all, God was present with Joseph, using harm to bring about something beaut...

Have you been wronged by someone in the past and find it difficult to forgive? Perhaps with the passing of time you really struggle to forgive and find that bitterness has taken root and growing. As we continue to study the life of Joseph we learn at least 20 years have gone by when his brothers come searching for grain in Egypt. Joseph’s response is worth noting: he didn’t excuse their evil actio...

After 13 years of slavery and imprisonment, Joseph was elevated to second in command in Egypt. In the matter of hours, he went from “pit” to palace. That which God promised to Joseph years prior through two dreams was beginning to become a reality. All the pain he endured was now turning to the fulfillment of promise. Regardless of how Joseph was treated, he remained faithful to God and chose to t...

How well do you wait? Are you in a “waiting season” right now? As this study continues from the life of Joseph, we realize Joseph did a lot of waiting. Eleven years passed from the time he was sent from his home to the time he interpreted the dream of the cupbearer and the baker (Genesis 40). While the interpretation Joseph gave concerning their dreams was true; he was forgotten in prison for anot...

This message continues to examine the life of Joseph. While Scripture tells us God was with Joseph giving him success in all he did, it almost seems that things went from bad to worse. Genesis 39 recounts false accusations made by Potiphar’s wife about Joseph, landing him in prison. And yet in the midst of all this, it says that God was with him (vv. 21). No matter how difficult life may be at tim...

One doesn’t need to live all that long before realizing life is full of unexpected twists and turns. Sometimes these twists and turns include that which is unpleasant and perhaps even unfair. This message begins a study from the life of Joseph found in Genesis 37. He was one who understood injustice. While the difficulties encountered by Joseph were unpleasant and unfair, God continued to work, br...

Kingwood Bible Church is taking part of a seven-day Generosity Challenge provided by the leadership of our denomination, made available to all our sister churches. This message confronts the lies we may be tempted to believe that keep us from living a life of generosity. A seven-day devotional guide was provided following the message to encourage continued thought in this given area, allowing the...

One year ago we examined change in our morning worship gathering – thinking especially about that which does not change versus that which is open to change.  Five questions are asked to stir our minds and then a challenge to continue moving ahead as God paves the way.  Kingwood Bible Church belongs to Him and as we remain faithful to Him, He will help us navigate the changes that lie ahe...

Jesus likened our relationship with him to a branch connected to a vine. Branches that bear no fruit are cut off; those that bear fruit yet have greater potential are pruned. Both procedures are painful. While we can trust our Father (the Gardener), our focus needs to be on remaining in Jesus. As we do, we will naturally bear fruit. This one includes the kids coming to the stage for a lesson on th...

The gospel writer Mark tells us of an encounter Jesus and his 12 disciples had with a very large crowd. In desiring an opportunity for rest, Jesus had his disciples get into a boat in search of a quiet, deserted place. But when they landed they were greeted by 5,000 men, plus women and children. Jesus spent the day teaching and then performed a miracle the disciples would never forget. Listen in a...

This message is given by guest speaker, Gary Wall. Gary is the district minister for the Pacific District Conference (PDC), ministering to over 120 churches and pastors. The PDC is part of the Mennonite Brethren Conference which Kingwood Bible Church is part of. Gary’s message is one of encouragement to the Kingwood family about God's Power on Display from Acts 4.

This message is given by guest speaker, Ron Friesen. Ron serves on the pastoral staff at Salem Alliance Church, leading LifePath, a 12-step recovery program. His messages focuses on the great grace of God.