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To build on the lesson about baptisms, Pastor Joe goes into more detail about the third baptism – baptism by Jesus into the Holy Spirit. We have an enemy, and God has supplied us with appropriate weapons. Pastor Joe breaks down biblical evidence for praying in the Spirit as well as three purposes for praying in tongues: personal, the church, and unbelievers.

This week, Pastor Joe discusses some of the traditions surrounding baptisms and brings our attention to what scripture says about the topic. He breaks down three different types of baptisms: 1. Family Baptism – baptism by the Holy Spirit into the body of Christ 2. Water Baptism – baptism by a pastor/leader into water in the name of Jesus 3. Spirit Baptisms – baptism by Jesus into the Holy Spirit

Pastor Haley and Elaine take the stage and talk about all things youth. They explain the characteristics of Gen Z, walk through their journeys into youth ministry, and cast a vision for Abundant Life’s youth ministry going forward!

We have discussed the depth of salvation and the completeness of forgiveness. Today, Pastor Joe answers the questions about how confession and repentance fit into the picture. What do each of these terms mean? Why should we confess? What does the Bible say about repentance? How do confession and repentance lead us to transformation? It is all such good news!

Do you have questions about forgiveness? What is forgiveness? How complete is forgiveness? Is forgiveness conditional or unconditional? Does forgiveness cover future or past sins? Who is forgiven? Are there sins that won’t be forgiven? How are we forgiven? What does the Bible say about each of these questions?

This week, Pastor Joe answers one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves: What about salvation? What does the Bible say about each of these questions? What is salvation? Who can receive salvation? How do I receive salvation? Why should I receive salvation? How long does salvation last? When should I receive salvation? The answers are simple, and these questions are not reserved for t...

There’s plenty of evidence that points to the existence of a god, but is there evidence that supports that the god that exists is the God of the Bible? We believe there is. We look at the diversity of the Bible, bibliographical and historical evidence, scientific findings, archeological evidence, and fulfilled prophesies that all point us to the conclusion that the god that exists is the God of th...

How do we know that what the Bible says is actually true? First, we must answer the question: Is there a God? Pastor Joe looks at cosmological, teleological, ontological, and moral evidence of the existence of God.

This week, Pastor Joe finishes his mini-series on The Living Word. According to the American Bible Society, scripture reflection was twice as powerful as any other discipline in accelerating spiritual growth. This week, Joe covers the questions: Where should I read the Bible? Where should I keep my Bible? Where should I start reading? Why should I read my Bible? How do I read and understand my Bib...

The Living Word part II! Pastor Joe addresses the questions who, what, and when?

In the beginning, was the Word. The Word was with God and the Word was God. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Learn more about the Living Word of God in this message from Pastor Joe!

What questions are you asking today? Is there such a thing as a dumb question? Is there a difference between having a question and questioning?

Made any News Year's Resolutions? The most powerful resolution you can possibly make is to spend more time with God and His Word. How do we do that? What does that look like? Learn about seven promises that can bring you new life in 2022.

Wrapping up the final sermon in the "Unveiled" series, Pastor Joe continues to lift the veil, revealing more about the good news of Jesus and what he has done.

News changes everything. There is good news for us today. Unto us a child is born. Unto us a son is given. The savior of the world has come.

How do I enter into the New Covenant? What is God's part? What is my part?

Freedom from the law is something worth celebrating. This message may be something you've never heard, and it has the power to change your life.

The goodness of the New Covenant is something to live for! Are you looking to be set free from sin? The answer is in this message.

Dive deeper into the New Covenant in this exciting message from Pastor Joe!

“I died to the law… so I might live for God…”

If we are under the new covenant, then why are we talking about the old covenant? It can be helpful to clearly see both covenants in order to make a more informed choice.

Continuing in the series about covenants, we explore the idea that "there must be something better." If you have ever felt like the Bible is boring... Christianity is monotonous and fruitless... trying to get a miracle is tiring... something is missing... Listen to this message about rightly dividing the covenants.

This message presents a foundational truth to understanding scripture - understanding covenants. Why is it important to understand covenants? God has a specific way of dispensing blessings. Understanding which covenant you are under shows you the way to receive from God.

Two pieces of a healthy relationship are communication and expectation. Today we communicate about expectations within our church family. 1. Unconditional love 2. Relationships, not recruits 3. Genuine 4. Receive 5. Empower 6. Dream

What is the foundation of Abundant Life? How do you view God? These questions matter. Come and see.