Freedom Church

…Paul took the road through the interior and arrived at Ephesus. There he found some disciples and asked them, "Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?" They answered, "No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit." Acts 19:1-2 (NIV) Because we need a constant revelation of JESUS "I have much more to say to you, more than you can now bear. But when he, the Spirit of truth, com...

In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. Acts 1:1...

On Easter Sunday we are launching a third service! (9am 10:30am & 12pm) When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters, I didn't use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God's secret plan. For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 (NLT) I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling. And my mes...

On Easter Sunday we are launching a third service! (9am 10:30am & 12pm) When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters, I didn't use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God's secret plan. For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 (NLT) I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling. And my mes...

Behind every highlight reel you see, there is a behind the scenes that you don't. Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV) And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith... Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV) T...

Behind every highlight reel you see, there is a behind the scenes that you don't. Children are our greatest responsibility… and our most valuable resource.  I'm not writing all this as a neighborhood scold just to make you feel rotten. I'm writing as a father to you, my children. I love you and want you to grow up well, not spoiled. 1 Corinthians 4:14-16 (MSG) There are a lot of people around who...

Behind every highlight reel you see, there is a behind the scenes that you don't. Don't just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. Romans 12:9-10 (NLT) What is the "Behind the Scenes" of a successful marriage? A husband and wife who MUTUALLY RESPECT each other. Wiv...

For every Highlight Real you see, there is a behind the scenes that you don't.  Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1 (NIV) Then he got into the boat and his disciples followed him. Suddenly a furious storm came up...

We exist to lead people into a new life of FREEDOM in Jesus. It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 (NIV) But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God's grace tha...

We exist to lead people into a new life of FREEDOM in Jesus. To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:31-36 (NIV)  They answered him, "We are Abraham's descendants and have never been slaves of anyone. How can you say that we shall be set free?" John 8:31-36 (NIV) J...

"THIS IS FREEDOM." We exist to lead people into a new life of FREEDOM in Jesus. "Let there be Light" Bridge: Good news embracing the poor Comfort for all those who mourn For the broken hearted we sing louder Release from prison and shame Oppression turning to praise For ev'ry captive sing louder Restoring sight to the blind Breaking the curse of the night For all in darkness sing louder Proclaimin...

…Write down the vision; write it clearly on clay tablets so whoever reads it can run to tell others. Habakkuk 2:2 (NCV) We exist to lead people into a new life of freedom in Jesus. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8 (NIV) Local Missions $18,759  Given Breakdow...

Message Title: Instructions for a New Year Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 (NIV) Create and fight for a culture of HONOR. RELATIONAL PEACE is a result of MUTUAL RESPECT. And we ur...

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. Isaiah 9:6-7 (NIV) And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6-7 (NIV) Of the greatness of his government and PEACE there will be no end. Isaiah 9:6-7 (NIV) "A Thrill of hope… the weary world rejoices. For yonder breaks… a new and glorious morn."...

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 (NIV) Message Title: "Fathered into Purpose"  A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families…Psalm 68:5-6  This is how the birth of Jesus th...

How you see Jesus will determine how you celebrate His arrival. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. Isaiah 9:1-7(NIV) And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:1-7(NIV) Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. Isaiah 9:1-7(NIV) Message title: Power for the...

Message Title: Lift Your Head Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:1-4 (NIV)   This Christmas season we don't need change of situation… as much as we need a change of perspective. People LIVING in FEAR Do not call conspiracy everything thi...

"The Holy Spirit"  Amazed and perplexed, they asked one another, "What does this mean?" Acts 2:12-17 (NIV)  Some, however, made fun of them and said, "They have had too much wine." Acts 2:12-17 (NIV)  Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd: "Fellow Jews and all of you who live in Jerusalem, let me explain this to you; listen carefully to what I say. Acts 2:12...

"Spiritual Warfare" So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NIV) The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 (NIV) We have to stop looking at the SPIRITUAL through the LENS of NATURAL… and start looking at the NA...

Leaving that place, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon.  A Canaanite woman from that vicinity came to him, crying out, "Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me! My daughter is demon-possessed and suffering terribly." Matthew 15:21-26 (NIV) Jesus did not answer a word . So his disciples came to him and urged him, "Send her away, for she keeps crying out after us." He answered, "I was sent...

"HOW DO I HANDLE STRESS?"  Stress stats from the AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STRESS: 44% of Americans feel more stressed than they did 5 years ago 1 in 5 Americans experience EXTREME stress (hands shaking, heart palpitations, depression) 60% of all disease and illness is caused by stress. 3 out of 4 doctors visits are for stress related ailments. Stress increases the risk of heart attack by 25% and a st...

Teachability= The desire and willingness to learn something new and to relearn what you think you already know  Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning. Proverbs 9:9 (NIV)  Message Title: Long-Term Teachability …though I myself have reasons for such confidence.  If someone else thinks they have reasons to put confidence in the flesh,...

Teachability = The desire and willingness to learn something new AND to relearn what you think you already know  Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning. Proverbs 9:9 (NIV) Message Title: "The DANGER of Success and the BEAUTY of Failure" He holds success in store for the upright... Proverbs 2:7 (NIV) King Solomon was greater in riches...

Teachability = The desire and willingness to learn something new AND to relearn what you think you already know Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning. Proverbs 9:9 (NIV) Message Title: "Get Wisdom" Wisdom = knowing the right thing to do and doing it. The beginning of wisdom is this: Get   wisdom. Though it cost all   you have,   get...