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August 12, 2024 It Had To Be Said - The Healing At Bethesda (Part 1) | Sermon Audio
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On August 11, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis preached on John 5:1-18, highlighting Jesus' divine authority and compassion. In this passage, Jesus heals a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years, showcasing His power through His word and His deep concern for the broken. Pastor Aaron emphasized that Jesus’ miracles not only reveal His identity as the Son of God but also invite us to recognize our own brokenness and need for spiritual healing. The sermon encouraged believers to trust in Jesus’ ability to make them whole, both physically and spiritually.
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36 min
August 12, 2024 It Had To Be Said - Jesus: Lion, Lamb, and Temple | Sermon Audio
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On August 11, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger continued the sermon series "It Had to Be Said" with a message based on John 2:13-22. In this passage, Jesus clears the temple, demonstrating His authority and zeal for the sanctity of His Father's house. Pastor Jon highlighted that Jesus, as the Lion of Judah, exhibited righteous anger against the commercialization of the sacred space, reminding us that our lives, too, should reflect holy zeal and purity. Moreover, Jesus is revealed as both the ultimate temple where God dwells and the sacrificial Lamb who takes away the sins of the world. The sermon challenged believers to examine the zeal in their own hearts and to embrace both the meekness and fierceness of Christ in their walk of faith.
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31 min
August 04, 2024 It Had To Be Said - A King Without A Quarter | Sermon Audio
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In this sermon from August 4, 2024, Pastor Mitchell Leach explores the question, "Can Christians participate in culture without worshiping it?" using Mark 12:12-16 as a foundational text. He opens with an analogy of the different ways copper and iron react to the elements: one becomes stronger, while the other corrodes. He uses this analogy to illustrate the ways Christians might engage with culture—either being strengthened by it or corrupted by it. Jesus’s response to the Pharisees and Herodians, "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s," serves as a guide for balancing cultural participation without compromising one's faith. Pastor Mitchell emphasizes that while culture can be sinful, it also presents opportunities for Christians to influence and transform it. He challenges the congregation to engage thoughtfully and faithfully in their communities, seeking to bring about positive change through the teachings of Christ. This message underscores the biblical command to live within society, contributing to its welfare while maintaining spiritual integrity.
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28 min
July 28, 2024 It Had To Be Said - For God So Loved The World | Sermon Audio
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On August 4, 2024, Pastor Nate Harney delivered a sermon in the series "It Had To Be Said," focusing on John 3:16-21. Pastor Nate underscored the importance of living out the fundamental truths we know and believe. He used relatable examples to illustrate how we often know what is right but struggle to live it out consistently. He emphasized three key daily reminders from the passage: God loves you, God saves you if you put your faith in Him, and you can come to Jesus every day. Pastor Nate highlighted how God's love, demonstrated through the sacrifice of His only Son, is the foundation of our faith and a truth we must live by daily. He also explained that Jesus came not to condemn but to save us from our already condemned state due to sin. Lastly, he encouraged believers to continually walk in the light of Jesus, avoiding the temptation to hide in darkness. Through these reminders, Pastor Nate urged the congregation to transform their daily lives by living in the light of God's love and salvation.
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29 min
July 28, 2024 It Had To Be Said - Who Is The Greatest? | Sermon Audio
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On July 28, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger delivered a sermon in the series "It Had To Be Said," focusing on Matthew 18:1-6. Pastor Jon explained that Jesus calls His disciples to become like children, to receive children, and to protect children. He elaborated that this refers to literal children as well as all believers, who are God's children.

He highlighted the importance of receiving children with gentleness and care, similar to how one would hold a baby in a receiving blanket, and extended this to welcoming and nurturing all believers, especially those who are vulnerable. Pastor Jon also warned against causing any of God's little ones to stumble, stressing that leading any believer astray is a severe offense.

Contrasting worldly values with Jesus’ teachings, Pastor Jon called the congregation to serve others humbly, to lift others up, and to embrace a lowly estate, exemplifying Christ’s selflessness and care for the vulnerable. He encouraged believers to run to the Father with trust and dependence, to be willing to admit when they are wrong, and to prioritize the protection and nurturing of children and all fellow Christians. Through these actions, Pastor Jon underscored the transformative power of humility and the profound responsibility of caring for God's children.
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30 min
July 22, 2024 It Had To Be Said - Distracted | Sermon Audio
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On July 21, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis delivered a sermon from Luke 10:38-42, discussing the theme of distraction through the story of Mary and Martha. Pastor Aaron highlighted that while Martha was busy serving, Mary chose to sit at Jesus' feet, demonstrating the necessity of focusing on Christ above all else. He emphasized that our modern lives are filled with distractions, especially from technology, which often prevent us from engaging deeply with Jesus. Pastor Aaron urged the congregation to prioritize their relationship with Jesus, asserting that our true value and security come from Him alone. By focusing on the eternal rather than the temporary, we can find peace and fulfillment in Christ.
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35 min
July 21, 2024 It Had To Be Said - Who Needs A Doctor? | Sermon Audio
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On July 21, 2024, Pastor Nate Archer from First Baptist Church of Middleville delivered a sermon based on Luke 5:27-32 at Peace Church, emphasizing that Jesus came to call sinners to repentance. Through the story of Jesus calling Levi, a despised tax collector, Pastor Nate highlighted that just as the sick need a doctor, sinners need Jesus, who welcomes them without requiring them to clean up first. He stressed that the church should be like a hospital for sinners, offering spiritual heart transplants through the gospel. Pastor Nate also reminded the congregation that Jesus alone is the true physician who saves, and as Christians, our role is to guide others to Him.
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33 min
July 08, 2024 It Had To Be Said - Road To Emmaus | Sermon Audio
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On July 7, 2024, Pastor Logan Bailey delivered a sermon based on Luke 24:13-34. He recounted the story of Jesus' appearance to two disciples on the road to Emmaus, emphasizing how they initially failed to recognize Him and the significance of Jesus’ rebuke for their unbelief. Pastor Logan highlighted the importance of recognizing the obvious truths of the Gospel and aligning one's beliefs with the Word of God. He called the congregation to reflect on their own spiritual blindness and to seek alignment with God's truth, drawing parallels between the disciples' initial despair and eventual realization of Jesus' presence and their own lives. The message centered on the transformative power of acknowledging one's foolishness and turning to the truth of Christ's resurrection.
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40 min
July 07, 2024 It Had To Be Said - Take Up Your Cross | Sermon Audio
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On July 7, 2024, Pastor Jon Delger delivered a sermon from Mark 8:31-38, part of the "It Had To Be Said" series. Pastor Jon emphasized the challenging teachings of Jesus regarding suffering. He explained how followers of Christ are called to deny themselves, take up their crosses, and follow Jesus, embracing suffering and sacrifice rather than worldly gains. Pastor Jon urged the congregation to focus on eternal life and heavenly treasures over temporary worldly pleasures and to prioritize God's approval over that of people.
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31 min
July 01, 2024 It Had To Be Said - Get Even | Sermon Audio
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On June 30, 2024, Pastor Aaron Lewis preached from Matthew 5:38-48, challenging believers to embody Christ's teachings on love and non-retaliation. In this passage, Jesus redefines the Old Testament principle of "an eye for an eye," urging followers to turn the other cheek, go the extra mile, and love their enemies. Pastor Aaron emphasized that as Christians, we must resist the urge for revenge and instead respond with mercy and grace, reflecting the heart of Christ. This radical love extends even to those who wrong us, exemplifying the transformative power of Jesus' teachings. The call to love unconditionally, even our enemies, aligns with how God showed His love for us while we were still sinners.
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35 min