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Putting on the New You: Generosity

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Text:  1 Corinthians 10:24

Sermon:  Putting on the New You:  Generosity

Date:  May 12, 2013

Series:  Virtues

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Generosity is not merely a financial matter, but a way of living.  On Sunday, we will see what the Bible has to teach us about living generously in a way that goes beyond giving money.

Putting on the New You: Courage

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Text:  Deuteronomy 31:7

Sermon:  Putting on the New You: Courage

Date:  May 5, 2013

Series:  Virtues

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Courage and foolishness can look very similar, depending on the circumstances.  This Sunday, we will consider the value of true courage, and explore examples of what that might look like in our lives.

Putting on the New You: Self Control

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Text:  Proverbs 25:28

Sermon:  Putting on the New You: Self Control

Date:  April 28, 2013

Series:  Virtues

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We like to have power and authority, because we believe it enables us to accomplish great things.  In Proverbs, we see that one of the greatest hindrances to obtaining power and authority is our inability to control our own desires.  Self-control is a crucial element for living a God-honoring, productive life.

Putting on the New You: Justice

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Text:  Deuteronomy 10:17-19

Sermon:  Putting on the New You: Justice

Date:   April 21, 2013

Series:  Virtues

 

Most people have a natural sense of what is fair, and we are quick to complain when we believe we are treated unfairly.  On Sunday, we will consider God’s view of justice, and how that should be evident in the lives of His people.

Guest Pastor: Rev. Herm Schutt

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Guest Pastor:  Rev. Herm Schutt

Date:  April 14, 2013

 

This Sunday, Rev. Herm Schutt will be leading our morning and evening worship services.

Putting on the New You: Wisdom

 

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Text:  Proverbs 1:1-7

Sermon:  Putting on the New You: Wisdom

Date:  April 7, 2013

Series:  Virtues

 

On April 7, we will begin a new series of sermons that will explore biblical virtues.  Virtues are qualities of our character that bring blessings.  During each week of this series, we will consider a virtue that we can pursue as we strive to become more like Christ.  This week, we will consider the value of wisdom as described in Proverbs 1.

Follow Me

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Text:  John 21:1-25

Sermon:  Follow Me

Date:  March 24, 2013

Series:  No Wonder They Crucified Him

 

March 24 is the sixth Sunday of Lent, Palm Sunday.  During the season leading up to Easter, our sermon series will focus on some of the more confrontational and challenging messages that Jesus taught.  Today, our sermon will focus on Jesus’ high calling to discipleship.  He is not satisfied with a lukewarm, polite response to His message, but wants our lives committed to Him.

Check Your Bags

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Text:  Matthew 19:16-30

Sermon:  Check Your Bags

Date:  March 17, 2013

Series:  No Wonder They Crucified Him

 

March 17 is the fifth Sunday of Lent.  During the season leading up to Easter, our sermon series will focus on some of the more confrontational and challenging messages that Jesus taught.  Today, our sermon will focus on our natural response when Jesus seems to be asking more than we believe is reasonable.

Give Outrageous Grace

 

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Text:  Luke 6:26-37

Sermon:  Give Outrageous Grace

Date:  March 10, 2013

Series:  No Wonder They Crucified Him

Listen to Audio: March 10, 2013 AM Sermon

 

March 10 is the fourth Sunday of Lent.  During the season leading up to Easter, our sermon series will focus on some of the more confrontational and challenging messages that Jesus taught.  Today, our sermon will focus on Jesus’ calling to do more than the bare minimum to demonstrate His love.

Patrol Your Pleasures

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Text:  Matthew 5:27-30

Sermon:  Patrol Your Pleasures

Date:   March 3, 2013

Series:  No Wonder They Crucified Him

 

March 3 is the third Sunday of Lent.  During the season leading up to Easter, our sermon series will focus on some of the more confrontational and challenging messages that Jesus taught.  Today, our sermon will focus on Christ’s calling to exercise self-control.