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Joy

“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”  James 1:2-4 Bible passages to know: Psalm 32:7-9; 34:1-8; Proverbs 15:13; John 15:11; 17:13; 2 Corinthians … Continue reading

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Relationships

Bible passages to know: Psalm 23:6; Romans 12:9-10; Ephesians 5:15-21; Colossians 1:9-14   “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.” Romans 12:9-10 … Continue reading

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Keywords of the Christian Faith

New topical sermon, devotional and Bible study series. We will look at Relationships, Strength, Attitude, Trials, Hope, Suffering, Love, Joy, Anxiety, Grace, Anger, Fear, Faith, Justification, Prayer, Purity, Discernment, Forgive, Parenting, Sin, Satan, Temptation, Grief, Study, Death, Encouragement, Devotion, Worship, … Continue reading

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Praise and Availability

Hebrews 13:15-16  “Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.  And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”  Hebrews 13:15-16 We … Continue reading

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A Theology of Vocation

 “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the … Continue reading

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The Knucklehead Friends of Job

Beach Talk 2014 What do you do when the challenges of life come and things do not go our way? “God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding.” Job 37:5 Job-Key verses: 1:8; 27:2-4; 37:5; … Continue reading

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Does God want us Healthy and Rich?

What happens when we are thinking and living without faith, with only our own perceptions and presumptions in view? When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not … Continue reading

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Dealing with Disappointments

Let us read James 1:5-8 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. 6 But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one … Continue reading

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How is Love Spelled Out in the Bible?

What is real love about according to the Bible?   One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the … Continue reading

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The Fruit of the Spirit, Peace

Is the Character of Peace working in you?   Galatians 5:22-23 and Colossians 3:15-17  Sermon Church of the Foothills 020512 Colossians 3:15-17  15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called … Continue reading

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