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"The Mud And The Blood: A Drastic Change" Exodus 2:11-22, Acts 7:22-29, Hebrews 11:24-27 1. The complexities of Moses’ life 2. The sensitivity of Moses’ heart -Matthew 9:36 3. The surrender of Moses’ life

"The Mud And The Blood: The Arrival of the Deliverer" Exodus 2:1-10, Acts 7:19-21, Hebrews 11:23 1. A difficult decision  2. A beautiful plan 3. A blessed outcome

"The Mud And The Blood: Fearing God And Making A Difference" Exodus 1:15-22 1. There was an evil decree (1:15-16) 2. There was firm resistance (1:17-19) 3. There were blessings (1:20-22) -2nd Corinthians 7:1 -Philippians 2:2b

"The Mud And The Blood: Going Down To Egypt"  Genesis 15:13-16, Genesis 46:1-4, Exodus 1:1-14 1. Things don’t stay the same 2. Our situations don’t separate us from God.  A. Positionally -Romans 8:35-39 -Ephesians 2:4-6 B. Relationally  -James 1:2,3 3. Bad outcomes aren’t always the result of sin (Genesis 46:1-4) 4. There is more to the plan than we can see (Genesis 15:13-16)

“Living The Life” Psalm 27 I.  Courage. V. 1-3 II.  Relationship. V. 4 III. Security. V. 5-6 IV. Dependance. V. 7-10 V.  Victory. V. 11-13 VI. Anticipation. V. 14

“Psummer In The Psalms: God Alone” Psalm 62:1-12 1. I rest in God alone (1-4) A. His trust B. His enemies  C. His rest 2. I trust in God alone (5-8) A. The source of trust (7) B. The practice of trust (8) C. The evidence of trust (8) 3. I seek God alone (9-12) James 4:13-17 Luke 12:13-21

“Psummer In The Psalms: The Greatness And Goodness Of God” Psalm 34 1. A proclamation (1,2) 2. A solution (4-7) 3. Invitations (3,8-9) A. invitation to corporate praise (3) B. Invitation to personal experience (8) C. Invitation to righteous living (9,11) Matthew 11:28-30

In this episode Greg Morrell and Pastor Jamie discuss the addiction epidemic gripping many communities and how the church is uniquely equipped to help. This podcast sheds light on the perceptions of the addict and the church and provides some simple and impactful actions a church can take right now to become a recovery-ready church without costing one penny.

“Psummer In The Psalms: A Psalm Of Protection” Psalm 91 1. The protector (1-2) 2. The pictures (2-4) 3. The promise (5-16) 4. The protected (1,9,14,15) Roman’s 8:35-39

“Psummer In The Psalms: The Lord Is My Shepherd” Psalm 23 1. The Lord Is Our Shepherd (v.1-3) Psalm 23:1-3 Exodus 3:14-15 Isaiah 40:10-11 Psalm 23:2-3a Ephesians 1:3 2. The Lord Is Our Companion (v.4) Psalm 23:4 Genesis 3:8-9 3. The Lord Is Our Host (v.5-6) Psalm 23:5 Psalm 23:6 Revelation 7:15-17

Josh and Megan have been called to be long-term missionaries in Guatemala, using Josh’s surgical training as a vehicle for making disciples of Christ in a cross-cultural context. Together they have three children (Joy, Eliana and James) and are hoping to be able to leave for Guatemala by the end of 2024. Hear their story here.

“Psummer In The Psalms: The Greatness Of God” Psalm 8 1. God is greater than all things (1,9) 2. God’s ways are different (2-8) A. Unlikely worshippers (2) B. Unwarranted favor (3-8)

“Psummer In The Psalms: Walking In The Word” Psalm 119:105-112 1. An illuminated path (v. 105) 2. A worthy path (v. 106) 3. A secure path (v. 107-111) A. Strength in my weakness (107) B. Sincerity in my worship (108) C. Stability in my worries (109) D. Security in my walk (110) 4. A satisfying path (111) 5. A single-minded commitment (112)

“Psummer In The Psalms: Remain Faithful”  Psalm 37:1-11 -Proverbs 11:21 -Isaiah 3:11 -Romans 12:19 -2 Peter 2:9 -Galatians 6:7-8 1. Trust 2. Delight 3. Commit 4. Be still

“Psummer In The Psalms: God In The Hard Times” Psalm 61 1. David needed a God who cared (1,2a) 2. He needed a God who would protect (2b-4) 3. He knew what he had (5-8)

Followers of Jesus have historically been known for compassion and hospitality. Jesus teaches His followers to love one another as He has loved us. (John 13:34). We live in the midst of a hurting and broken world. We want to help but often aren't sure how to do it. In this podcast episode, Dr. Todd Decker will draw from his many years in pastoral ministry and hospital chaplaincy to provide some pr...

“Psummer In The Psalms: I Lay Down And Slept” Psalm 3 1. David’s trouble (1-2) 2. David’s truth (3) 3. David’s trust (4-6) 4. David’s triumph (7-8) ---- 1. Are you right with the Lord? 2. Do you know His truth? 3. Do you believe His truth?

The Providence Of God: Dealing With Bitterness Genesis 37-50 3 Truth’s About The Providence Of God From Joseph’s Experience:   1. God’s Work Is Imperceptible   2. God’s Work Is Redemptive   3. God’s Work Is Progressive

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Vine" John 15:1-12 1. What is God’s purpose for every believer?  A. bear fruit 2. How do I live out God’s purpose for my life? A. Rely on Jesus (2-6) B. Endure pruning (2) C. Abide in Christ 3. How do I know I am abiding in Christ? A. Am I a part of Him?  B. Am I abiding in His word? (7a) C. Am I praying? (7b) D. Am I abiding in His love? (9,10,12) E. Am I experie...

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life" John 14:1-6 1. How can I be saved? “I am the way” 2. How can I be sure? “I am the truth” 3. How can I be satisfied? “I am the life”

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Resurrection And The Life" John 11:25-26 1. Lazarus got sick and died -God’s glory supersedes our circumstances, convenience, and comfort 2. Jesus stepped into a hostile situation  -Jesus didn’t avoid the difficult situation 3. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead  -With Jesus, there is no hopeless situation

"Jesus In His Own Words: I Am The Door” John 10:1-11 1. Saved -Ephesians 2:11-19 -Matthew 7:13-14 2. Secure 3. Satisfied

"Jesus In His Own Words: The Good Shepherd" John 10:1-21 1. The shepherd knows the sheep (10:1-5, 12-14) 2. The shepherd loves the sheep 3. The shepherd seeks the sheep (10:16) -Luke 15:1-7 -Isaiah 53:6

"Jesus In His Own Words: The Light Of The World" John 8:12 1. A claim 2. An invitation -Psalm 119:30 -Psalm 119:105 3. A promise -2 Corinthians 4:4 -John 3:16-21 -John 11:9-10

“Jesus In His Own Words: The Bread Of Life”  John 6:30-51 - It’s important that Jesus tells us who He is - It’s important how Jesus tells us who He is - It’s important why Jesus tells us who He is.  -Exodus 3:13-14   1. A satisfying bread (35) 2. A supernatural bread (40) 3. A saving bread (33,50, 51) -Psalm 34:8