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Growing in Christ

Sun, 13 May 2012

Guest speaker Todd Langford from Bridgeman Baptist Community Church joins us with a challenge to grow into who we are in God. In this sermon, Todd explains who the Bible says we are when we accept Jesus (sons and daughters of God), and challenges us to grow up into that reality.

The Beatitudes Part 2

Sun, 06 May 2012

How do we live in a way that's irresistible to God in terms of his blessing? In his famous sermon on the mount, Jesus teaches us the upside down values of the Kingdom; values that when lived out suddenly turn everything the right way up. The second four beatitudes are all about our attitude to others - these attitudes are the true expression of a person that's discovered the posture of real blessing.

Marty referred to the book, 'The Irresistible Church' by Wayne Cordeiro.

The Beatitudes Part 1

Sun, 29 Apr 2012

How do we live in a way that's irresistible to God in terms of his blessing? In his famous sermon on the mount, Jesus teaches us the upside down values of the Kingdom; values that when lived out suddenly turn everything the right way up. The first four beatitudes are all about our attitude to God - these attitudes are the true expression of a person that's discovered the posture of real blessing.

Marty referred to the book, 'The Irresistible Church' by Wayne Cordeiro' and the book, 'Humilitas' by John Dickson

Arise

Sun, 22 Apr 2012

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Easter Sunday- The Happy Ending behind all Happy Endings

Sun, 08 Apr 2012

We live in one of the first eras of history where happy endings are the mark of inferior art. Therefore happy endings are thought to be unrealistic and better left for children's stories. But happy endings are what we all desire in stories, especially our own.

The resurrection of Jesus is a happy ending. While Jesus told the disciples that after 3 days he would rise, they didn't expect it to really happen. But the fact is the movement of Christianity exploded after many witnessed Jesus really was alive.

The resurrection of Jesus offers hope for everyone who believes in him, to know that a happy ending is not just a feel good story but a guarantee.

Marty referred to Tim Keller's book, 'Kings Cross'

Marty also quoted J.R.Tolkien's essay, 'On Fairy Stories' and a comment from Joni Earickson as quoted in Tim Keller's book, 'Kings Cross'.

Good Friday- The Cross Was Enough

Fri, 06 Apr 2012

When Jesus said on the cross "it is finished", he was saying that by dying he had done everything required for us to have a relationship with God.

Religion is about everything we have to do to find acceptance with God

Grace is about everything God has done so that we can be accepted

The thief on the cross couldn't do anything to make up for what he had done, but his simple trust in Jesus was enough for him to be accepted into the eternal Kingdom of God

The cross is enough for everyone

The service concluded with the song 'When I survey'

Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled

Sun, 25 Mar 2012

Death is something we prefer to not think about. However, it is a real part of life. Jesus tells his disciples to not be troubled but to trust in him. There is plenty of room in heaven, and he has made a way to heaven for everyone who trusts in him. Facing death actually brings the power of the gospel into sharp focus.

Marty referred to the book 'Heaven is for Real' by Todd Burpo. The service concluded with 'I will Rise' by Chris Tomlin

Witness

Sun, 04 Mar 2012

In this message we evaluate the differences between good "advice" and a "command". As we continue to investigate the Gospel in this series we turn to Jesus' command to be witnesses in our world.