Standing with the character of Jesus and in the power of Jesus is developed as you listen to the words of Jesus and put them into practice. Jesus concluded his sermon on the mount (Matthew 5-7) with a story about a wise and foolish builder. One home stood tall for the long haul and one did not. Enjoy this message by Pastor Lance as he answers 3 questions, helping us learn how to "Stand Tall for the Long Haul."

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Pastor Lance, continuing his series "Stand", shares with us from 2 Corinthians 9 and talks about the joy, need and power of giving because we have an open heart and open hands. God provides the seed and wants us to have an appetite for more and for greatness. We hope you are encouraged by this message.

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Christ shares a staggering parable in Matthew 13, Mark 4 and Luke 8 called, "The Parable of the Sower." It's amazing because Jesus said it's a key to understanding all the parables (Mark 4:13). In this moment Jesus is teaching us the power of God's word and how significant it is to Christ formation (Character) and Christ demonstration (Power). We hope this message encourages you today.

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People are hurting. People feel violated and the "system" is against them. In Matthew 9:35 Jesus saw the hurting, the diseased, the sick and he preached the Kingdom of God, demonstrating it's relevance with the power to heal. We are called to engage the world and it's pain with the gospel of the Kingdom. Pastor Lance looks at the ancient story of Nehemiah and extracts for us what it looks like to engage the "lost exiles" and help them live the redeemed life.

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Rob Morris, Founder and Director of Love146, shares a powerful and personal message about cultivating a hope that defies the odds. To know more about Rob and Love146 visit love146.org

When Paul writes in Ephesians 6 about standing it's because we are in the middle of a spiritual war. We didn't ask for it, but we are in it. The devil is after the soul of your life, but so is God. Therefore, it's important that we look at Romans 5:1-5 and learn from the progression of survival (suffering) to stability (perseverance) to prosperity (character & hope). We stand in grace, and in doing so, we rejoice in life, knowing that we are hope carriers. When Paul writes in Ephesians 6 about standing it's because we are in the middle of a spiritual war. We didn't ask for it, but we are in it. The devil is after the soul of your life, but so is God. Therefore, it's important that we look at Romans 5:1-5 and learn from the progression of survival (suffering) to stability (perseverance) to prosperity (character & hope). We stand in grace, and in doing so, we rejoice in life, knowing that we are hope carriers.

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Continuing in the series "stand", Pastor Lance lays a foundation necessary for understanding and embracing the biblical concept of "impartation". Highlighting Old and New Testament passages, he sheds light on the necessity to freely give away what we have freely received. We hope this practical and inspirational message will help you as walk along with Christ.

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Lawrence Babin shares a thought provoking message about authenticity and how God uses challenges and tests to develop the "authentic" you.

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Pastor Lance initiates a new series STAND, to encourage Christ followers to live a life of character and power. In this inaugural message he answers 3 questions:

• What is character?
• What is power?
• Why does this matter?

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Pastor Lance concludes the BEFORE series by sharing some encouraging remarks packaged around the idea - "Because God loves God, we benefit." Looking at John 17:24, we learn how the Father's love for Jesus BEFORE the foundation of the world benefits us because we have the honor of being with Jesus and seeing His glory.