Kingwood Bible Church

Loving one another is evidence of an inner change that has taken place. A relationship with God impacts all other relationships. But personal guilt can lead to resentment of others and even hatred. In 1 John 3, we are drawn to the example of Christ who willingly laid down His life for others. Our relationship to Jesus calls us to do the same.

There are plenty of voices speaking into our lives on a daily basis. As believers in Jesus we must be careful to discern what voices are actually true verses voices that simply sound true. The enemy is clever and extremely subtle. First John 2:18-27 warns believers about the spirit and mindset of the antichrist, which according to John is already at work in the world. Do we recognize this voice? J...

God is known for His love so we might almost feel uneasy saying there is a love God hates! But we must be honest about this one. God isn’t willing to take second place in a person’s life. Yet how often are we drawn to that which the world offers in hopes of finding satisfaction there rather than in our relationship with God. Truth be told: as believers, I think we want both the world and God. Let’...

As we continue this study in 1 John, we discover a second ingredient that John says must be true if I genuinely am in the light: love for others within the body of Christ. In essence John tells us that talk is cheap but actions convey where we really are. If I claim to have a relationship with God, it is expected that I will demonstrate love to my brother or sister within the church family. Does t...

In this message we begin a study from the book of 1 John, credited as being written by the apostle John. In this letter John begins by describing his interactions with Jesus and the message received by Jesus. The message: God is light. John unpacks this truth by telling believers that claiming to live in the light calls for obedience (actually living as Jesus calls us to live) as well as honesty (...

What is the vision for Kingwood Bible Church for this coming year? Where are we as a church going? How does it tie in with our mission which is to declare and demonstrate the gospel of Jesus Christ to build up His church? Listen in to hear the vision.

Peter Ellis shares the morning message as this is his last Sunday with us. Peter and Katy Ellis have served at Kingwood Bible Church for the last few years as youth pastor and volunteering in a number of other ministries including worship and children. Peter's message encourages us to choose faith over fear when we step out into that which is unfamiliar. Blessings to both Peter & Katy as God d...

This Christmas Eve morning worship service lights the fourth advent candle and focuses on Immanuel, meaning “God with us.”  We hear what God with us means to each of us on a practical level.  Then we focus on the rest of the nativity narrative found in Luke 2:1-20.  Humility is laced all throughout these verses as God chooses the very opposite of what one may have naturally expected...

For this Christmas eve service, we light the final advent candle, remembering Jesus who has come into the world.  Although the world is described by the gospel writer John as being a dark place, Jesus came as light.  While light exposes that which can be hidden in darkness, it brings about what is truly good.  Don’t run from the light!

Prophetic words from the Old Testament indicated that the coming Messiah would be born in Bethlehem. Joseph and Mary lived in Nazareth up until the final days of Mary’s pregnancy. But God had a plan, using a Roman emperor named Caesar Augustus to get his people to the exact location they needed to be.

For this second week of advent we consider the word “hope.”  While Mary was given opportunity to carry the Son of God, she also would have been confronted with hardship stemming from cultural stipulations placed on her.  She had to wonder how her family, her community, and even her soon-to-be husband would respond to pregnancy.   Would they understand that it was supernatural?&...

For this first Sunday of advent we look at the theme of promise. The promise of a Savior goes back to the beginning in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve first sinned. This promise continues to unfold as time moves forward. God knew people would choose the path of disobedience, so He provided salvation from that through Jesus.

This is the final study on spiritual gifts.  In this message, we take a look at the rest of the gifts listed in Scripture.  While this may not be an exhaustive list of spiritual gifts, they are the gifts we are certain God has determined to give.  Following this service, opportunity to take a spiritual gifts test was given.  If you are listening online and unable to attend King...

This week we begin to give definition to the spiritual gifts listed in Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, 1 Corinthians 12:27-31, and Ephesians 4:11-12. As you listen, consider whether the Holy Spirit has gifted you with any of these particular gifts. If none of these gifts seem to describe you, that’s ok – there’s more coming next week!

This is a look at the passages in Scripture that list spiritual gifts (Romans 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, 27-31; Ephesians 4:11-12). These gifts are given by the Holy Spirit as He determines, are all of great importance, and are given for the building up of the church. Can you identify how you are gifted?

Over the next few weeks we will engage a study on spiritual gifts. The foundation being laid for this series is a look at humility and the willingness to serve. For this, our attention is drawn to Jesus who demonstrated service when He washed the disciples feet. If the greatest takes the lowest position, why would we not do the same? God has gifted His church with all the gifts that are needed to...

In this message we look at our fourth and final character – Gehazi, the servant of Elisha. Gehazi allowed greed to get in the way. Greed led to Gehazi lying to try to cover himself up. Greed and lying had their consequences. While Gehazi had the freedom to do as he willed, he was not given the freedom to choose his consequences – and his consequences were rather ironic. Listen to discover the cons...

This week we consider the perspective of Elisha, one of God's prophets. Elisha was a man who was known, lived to make God known, and refused to be known for that which God is to be known. Elisha had a heart that is true. We too are known by those around us. How are you known? Note: Part three of four from 2 Kings 5:1-19

This message takes a look at the narrative of Naaman, the leprous, but considers the perspective from his servant girl.  Think about how difficult it would have been for this Israelite girl to be taken captive from her family and homeland and yet still be willing to offer hope to those she served.  This passage reminds us that horrific things happen in the world, yet in their midst, God’...

We have recorded in 2 Kings 5 an encounter of Naaman, a high ranking commander in the Aramean army, with Elisha the prophet of God from Israel. Their paths cross due to a disease called leprosy. God uses all means to demonstrate His pursuit of people. The main thing that often stands in the way of healing is pride. Listen and consider God's pursuit of you. Pray for a response of humility. Note: Pa...

Habits can be good, but habits can also be dangerous. When we celebrate the Communion Table we need to guard that it doesn’t become a habit that is stripped of its meaning. This message revisits The Last Supper as recorded by the gospel writer Luke. The call to examine our life in light of the cross is given. The reminder that Jesus will come back again as He said He would. This is all part of the...

The past should serve as a teacher.  It should remind us that God is faithful.  While the past should be recognized and learned from, we need to embrace the present.  If our focus is only on what things used to be like, we will miss out on what God has in store for us today.  In this message, Pastor Nathan shares three things our church family should be ready to embrace or let...

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