What evidence shows that we are a healthy church? Strong believers make us strong churches. In the opening to the letter of 1st Thessalonians Paul commends them on their well-known faith and ministry that is motivated by their love for God. Can you relate to being a strong believer like the Thessalonians?

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We begin the journey through 1st Thessalonians! This message serves as an introduction to the letter Paul penned by inspiration of the Holy Spirit to the church at Thessalonica. It encourages us to remain STEADFAST!

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Covenant is the framework of the gospel. It’s the framework of our relationship with God. In one of the first covenant ceremonies in scripture, God shows Abram the validity of His promises by sealing His promise with the shedding of blood which foreshadows the cross.

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Sometimes we put ourselves in the center of the gospel. We are loved and desired by God, but His glory is still the centerpiece of His universe. Dive into Ezekiel with us to see how God desires for His glory to be made known in all nations.

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Sometimes earthly fathers struggle to live up to greatness! It’s good that our model is God our Father who is always there for us offering us relationship, intimacy, and an inheritance!

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How are we saved? By faith? By works? James tells us it’s a faith that produces works! He asks the question, “Will the faith that you have save you?

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Insignificant. Sometimes we think that word describes our lives. But if we have eternal life in Christ, nothing we do for His kingdom is insignificant! Living out this eternal life is exciting! In closing out the “Who’s Your One” series we will look at the first disciple Jesus called to follow Him. His name is […]

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Even in religious circles, the topic of “Hell” makes conversations awkward and uncomfortable. It is something we believe, but fail to emphasize for fear of sounding too radical! Hell is a real place and a real destination for those who do not place their trust in Jesus Christ alone. The gospel saves us, now we […]

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We need to add nothing to the gospel! All we need to do is to reach out and invite people to come and witness the goodness of God. When we begin reaching people with the hope of Christ, God is glorified and the church grows. Who’s Your One?

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No matter how impossible it may seem, there’s always a way to Jesus. How did you come to Jesus? Was it through a friend or simply hearing the gospel in a worship service? Look with us at Luke 5 as we see the awesome story of some friends who brought their friend to Jesus!

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