Pastor Charles continues his study of the book of Romans looking at the concluding chapter and the many salutations of Paul.  Today he looks at Priscilla and Aquila and their important role in the church and community as a married couple.

Good morning! The Son is shining, and so is the sun! It's Spring...or is it? Welcome to March in the Southeast.

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The end of the book of Romans (chapter 16) is often overlooked.  Several names are listed, as well as some directives given regarding those people. Consider Phebe, the business woman whom Paul chooses to mention first during the closing comments and salutations of this epistle. There is far more here than most have assumed. Please join us as we look at the women of this chapter, and the many important roles they play in both the home and the church.

Good morning! Last week we looked at the mind of Christ in Philippians. Today, we are back into our study of the Epistle to the 1st century Roman church.

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Brother Derrick continues his study of the book of Philippians with a focus on Chapter 2.  “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus…”.  Join us as we learn more about the mind of Christ and how we should take on this same mindset.

Good morning! Today, being the third Sunday of this month, we will take a short break from the expositional seriers on the Roman letter to rejoin our study of the Philippian letter. Please join us as we look into Paul's explanation of the "mind of Christ" and its extensive implications in the life of every believer.

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Pastor Charles continues his study of the book of Romans looking at Chapter 15.  The believing Gentiles of the churches of Asia Minor ministered to their brethren at the church in Jerusalem and set an example for us to continue to follow today.

Good morning! Last week we discussed the numerous prophecies of the Gentiles praising Jehovah/Yahweh mentioned in the Old Testament, and showed that the gospel was to go throughout Judea and Samaria, and then to all the world (i.e. the gentiles). This has been God's plan the whole time.

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Pastor Charles continues his study of the book of Romans looking at chapter 15 and the hope we have in Christ.

Good morning! It is winter here in the Southeast, which means that it is chilly, wet, and generally unpleasant. However, the exact opposite is true of our church here in Jasper, AL. Today, we would like to warm your hearts and direct your minds (as well as our own) to Romans 14 and 15. What else did the Apostle Paul feel necessary to cover in the latter portion of this letter?

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Pastor Charles continues his study of the book of Romans looking at chapter 14 and discussing how members of the body of Christ can both exercise liberty and be unified.

Good morning! Last week we finished Romans 13 and saw how loving your neighbor is the fulfilling of the law. Today we begin chapter 14, where Paul provides examples of how "fulfilling the law" is acted out, hearkening back to chapter 12 in some cases.

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The Roman letter is rich with great explanations and logical reasons for how obeying the Lord solves a number of issues for us. The proper response to governing authorities and higher powers, at the human level, is no different.  Fulfilling the law (even when it comes to how we react to a government with which we disagree) by loving your neighbor is still the solution.

Listen as we dive back into Romans 13 and look at the answers that the Apostle Paul, who lived under a pagan Roman empire, gave the church at Rome.  Spoiler: Jesus said the same thing.

Good morning! Today, we rejoin the Roman letter in chapter 13. The last time we discussed this chapter, we looked at the scriptural response of followers of Jesus Christ to ruling authorities and governmental entities through the lens of the Apostle Paul and the Gospels.

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Pastor Charles continues his study of the book of Romans looking at chapter 13 and the biblical response to God-ordained government.  (Note: This sermon was delivered on the Sunday following the protests and riots at the U.S. Capitol on January 6th.  This Romans series was started 4 months prior, but with God’s perfect timing, we arrived at Chapter 13 on this particular Sunday.)

Good morning! Today we will dive into Romans 13 and look at the inspired perspective of the Apostle Paul's view of government and higher authority. Please join us for this quite timely message.

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Pastor Charles continues his study of the book of Romans looking at chapter 12.  Having previously discussed how the church at Rome was comprised of both Jews and Gentiles, he addresses them together as “brethren” in the opening verse and goes on to say they are “one body” in Christ.  Our unity in Christ is what helps us rise above our differences.

Happy New Year! We hope your holiday season was blessed! As we begin the new year, we will be continuing our study of the Apostle Paul's letter to the church at Rome. Please join us as Elder Charles Kitchens discusses the importance of Holy Spirit's inspired words through the mind and hands of Paul, as we dive into the latter part of chapter 12 and begin chapter 13.

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The birth narrative of a messianic deliverer is first signified in Genesis chapter 3, and the last mention is in Revelation chapter 12. Pastor Charles looks at the circumstances surrounding not only the birth of Christ, but also the prophesies that told Israel that their deliverer would not fail, and He would even bring salvation to all nations.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We hope you all were blessed with examples and experiences that remind you of God's love and grace during this holiday season. Please join us today as we examine the narrative surrounding the reason for Christmas and especially our Hope.

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