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In this week's sermon, Pastor Jared continued the #Blessed series focusing on Matthew 5:9, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God." He emphasized that true peace begins with having peace with God through a relationship with Jesus Christ before extending to peace with others. Pastor Jared shared practical steps to becoming peacemakers, including identifying the truth at the foundation of conflicts and recognizing our own role in disputes rather than simply blaming others. He reminded the congregation that our relationships reflect what heaven should be like, and that peace with God gives us the capacity to extend peace to others.

In this week's sermon, Pastor Rick explored Matthew 5:7, "Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy." He outlined three key reasons why we should extend mercy to others: because God has already forgiven us, because resentment only hurts ourselves, and because we will need forgiveness in the future. Pastor Rick emphasized that reconciliation between believers is crucial for church unity, noting how quickly divisions can form from simple disagreements. He encouraged the congregation to reveal their hurts honestly and make amends with those they've harmed, warning against allowing roots of bitterness to grow. Throughout, he reminded listeners that God's grace is available in every situation—we can either accept it and become better, or reject it and become bitter.

In his latest sermon, Pastor Rick continued exploring the Beatitudes, focusing on "Blessed are the meek" and "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness." He explained that meekness is not weakness, using Moses as a biblical example of someone described as meek yet a powerful leader. Pastor Rick identified four main obstacles to meekness: pride, guilt, fear, and worry. He emphasized that meekness comes through yielding to the Holy Spirit, who naturally produces this fruit in believers who remain connected to Christ. The sermon built upon previous teachings about being poor in spirit and mourning over sin, showing how these beatitudes create a progression of spiritual growth.

In his sermon, Pastor Rick explores the profound meaning of being blessed according to Jesus' teachings in the Beatitudes. He emphasizes that being poor in spirit and mourning are, paradoxically, the pathways to true blessing, despite society's conflicting views. Pastor Rick also underscores the significance of acknowledging one's powerlessness to change the past, others, or personal habits without God's intervention. He invites those struggling to find comfort and strength through the church's support and resources.

In this week's sermon from Matthew 4, Pastor Rick explored how Jesus strategically launched His ministry in Capernaum by the Sea of Galilee. The message focused on three key aspects: the place Jesus chose, the people He called (particularly the first four fishermen-disciples), and the power He demonstrated through preaching, teaching, and healing. Pastor Rick emphasized how Jesus' approach to building His ministry - through changing lives rather than marketing strategies - has sustained the church for 2000 years.

In this week's sermon, Pastor Jared concluded the "Unexpected" series by exploring Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. Drawing from Matthew 4, he explained how Jesus faced and overcame temptation through three key encounters with Satan. Pastor Jared emphasized that while everyone faces temptation, there's a difference between being tempted and giving in to sin.

He shared four practical strategies for overcoming temptation: identifying areas of weakness, maintaining an active prayer life, surrounding ourselves with strong Christian community, and filling our lives with God's Word. The message reminded us that through Christ, we have the power to overcome our struggles and live more faithfully.

In this week's sermon, Pastor Rick delved into the baptism of Jesus as recorded in Matthew chapter 3. He emphasized the significance of this event, explaining that Jesus chose to be baptized not out of a need for repentance, but to fulfill all righteousness by taking our place and pictured His eventual death on the cross for our sins. Pastor Rick highlighted three key aspects of Jesus' baptism: the opening of heaven, the Father's affirmation of Jesus as His beloved Son, and the descent of the Holy Spirit. These elements serve as a powerful reminder of the Trinity and God's pleasure in Christ's obedience. Pastor Rick concluded by stressing the importance of believer's baptism as a public proclamation of faith and the first step of obedience for those who have accepted Christ.

In this week's sermon, Pastor Rick revisited the Christmas story from Matthew Chapter 2, focusing on how God's plan is unstoppable and always prevails, despite any attempts to thwart it. He highlighted the wise men, King Herod, and Joseph as key characters in the narrative, emphasizing that God's providence triumphs over man's schemes. Pastor Rick also touched on the sanctity of human life and how wise men still seek Christ today. He reminded the congregation that Jesus lived as a stranger on his own planet until his appointed time had come. The sermon concluded with an encouragement that just as Jesus came the first time when the time was right, he will return again at the perfect moment

In this week's sermon, Pastor Rick began a new series exploring the Gospel of Matthew, focusing on how this book presents Jesus as the King of the Jews. He highlighted the significance of Jesus's genealogy through Matthew's account, emphasizing how God's plan was unstoppable throughout history. The sermon centered on four key points, including how God can use unlikely people for His purposes, as exemplified by Matthew himself - a former tax collector turned disciple. The message concluded with the powerful reminder that we must be willing to let God interrupt our plans, just as Joseph did when faced with the news of Mary's pregnancy. Click the link below to watch the full sermon and learn more about how God can use you for His purpose.

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In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Rick Lemons of Fellowship Forney challenges you to renew your vision and commit to your mission in the new year. He outlines a three-step process that empowers individuals and the church as a whole to make a lasting impact on the world for Christ.