Bethany Church of Canby

Following God’s Word in obedience sometimes makes life harder and opens the door for discouragement. Like Moses, we need to be reminded of the promises of God and His mighty hand. Let’s journey from discouragement to gospel promises.

This Sunday we look at the CALLING, the PROVISION and SENDING of Moses in Exodus 3-4. From the burning bush, back to his Egyptian home, Moses clearly needs God’s presence to do the work he has been called to. So do we, so there is much for us here. Let’s look at the CALLING at the Bush, the PROVISION of God, and SENDING to the ministry.

This morning we jump into a new series on “The Life of Moses” through Exodus. We will first answer WHY Exodus matters for us today and then unpack chapters 1 and 2 by being awed at God’s providence.

So far in our Disciple Making Church series we have answered the question, WHY make disciples, seeing it is God’s grand, cosmic plan for all of history. We have answered WHAT is a disciple? It is RELATIONAL, RATIONAL, MISSIONAL, and EMOTIONAL apprentice. And we talked about HOW disciples are made and through what means by looking at “4 P’s.” Today we answer WHO makes disciples and WHERE do we make...

So far in our Disciple Making Church series we have answered the question, WHY make disciples, seeing it is God’s grand, cosmic plan for all of history. Today we define WHAT is a disciple? It is RELATIONAL, RATIONAL, MISSIONAL, and EMOTIONAL. Second we talk about HOW disciples are made and through what means by looking at “4 P’s.”

We all know Jesus told us to “go and make disciples.” But why? Jesus gives us a bigger answer than simply, “Because I told you to.” We make disciples because God’s great purpose for history is to gather to himself a people from every nation who will know him, worship him, and enjoy him forever. That gives our mission both urgency and significance. So this morning, we’ll look at three answers to th...

Today we explore one of the most beautiful extended metaphors for life with Jesus. It is the Vine and the branches. Let’s look at both to see the source of our life and how the fruit, character like Jesus, comes from abiding in the root. We will move through 5 branches of truth in the passage. Let’s go!

This morning we want to see how valuable the Kingdom of God is and how much it is worth. When we find the answer we will realize that there is no buyer’s remorse. It is worth whatever God asks of you. There is no bad trade. Let’s look at the treasure of the KINGDOM and the KING.

This morning we look at the heart of the Great Shepherd for the sheep. We will see that God loves the humble and asks us to love them too rather than despise or look down on them. But how can we have that same heart? Let’s find out by looking at the HEART, the, the HUMILITY, and the HELP.

This morning we look at the most important PRINCIPLE of the Kingdom, and the POWER of the Kingdom, so that we can examine whether we have a kingdom heart. This well known parable of the soils is challenging to each and every one of us. Let’s listen up!

Guest Speaker: Ray Keen

Guest Speak: Rick Parker

Speaker: Bob Yoder

Once you own your own part in a conflict, how do we go about speaking the truth in love? This Sunday we are going to define CANDOR and learn how to pursue it when conflict still remains. Let’s look at three truths about CANDOR and shine a light on conflict resolution.

The first step in reconciling any conflict is to own your own part. We do this as Romans says, as far as it depends on you, by examining our own part in the conflict and seeking forgiveness for our contribution through REAL confession. But why are so prone to point out the other person’s faults? We need a Gospel centered response that overcomes fear and shame. Let’s look at three truths together.

After laying the theological foundation for dealing with conflict in our identity in Christ, and the Triune Oneness of God, this week we want to look more closely at the 5 virtues from Ephesians 4:1-6. These virtues are grounded in the Gospel and will help us to see conflict first as an opportunity to glorify God, and second an opportunity for the Gospel to do its work. Let’s look at 5 virtues tog...

In this opening message, we lay a theological foundation for the journey ahead by asking: What is conflict, how do we typically respond to it, and how does God call us to address it? We’ll weave together three strands of biblical truth: our identity in Christ as one body, the Spirit‑formed virtues of humility, gentleness and patience, and the triune God who embodies perfect unity. Let’s pursue pea...

We all love a good ending and sometimes they leave us wanting more. Today we look at the end of the story of Acts to see how Paul finished his recorded ministry and how Luke opened the door to let us know the story is just beginning. We are in the beginning of the end of the beginning.

Storms in life are inevitable. It is how we weather the storms that truly matters. This morning we look at the Apostle Paul who is headed for shipwreck on the way to Rome. And yet he has such poise and trust in God in the middle of his literal storm.

Paul’s heart’s desire is on display in the final conversations of his third trial. We find his desire is to see all people persuaded to Gospel belief. So how does he go about it? Lets look at Paul’s HEART, the METHOD to his madness, and the POWER of place.

Paul is asked the question WHY. WHY are you a Christian, Paul if it causes you this much controversy? In a great lesson for us, Paul spends more time highlighting Jesus and His resurrection than ever defending himself. However, in doing so, we see his identity needed to be freed, forgiven, and pointed to the future. Let’s unpack that together.

Paul is in good company with Jesus as a man continually put on trial for disrupting the political and religious order of the day. So how does he manage to stand up under interrogating eyes and vicious lies? With SOVEREIGN, GOSPEL, HOPE. Let's look at three ingredients of hope this morning that will aid us in our discipleship pathway.

David Beuving

Guest Speaker: Bob Yoder

Nobody expected Jesus to resurrect. And yet in his resurrection appearances to Mary, Thomas, and Peter, Jesus doesn’t shame them or ridicule them for their lack of understanding and belief. He meets them where they are with what they need. Can you see yourself in one of their stories and let Jesus find you in your story? Let’s look at three stories.