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Preaching for a Change
A Voice for Life
This week marks the thirty-nine year anniversary of the landmark court case Roe vs. Wade--- where abortion was declared legal in the United States. Since that tragic ruling, more than 1.5 million unborn children have been aborted every single year. As we look to the Scriptures, God's Word has much to say about the giving and taking of life. As we search the Scriptures carefully, what are four pieces of powerful evidence that defend the sanctity of human life? Why should every Christian be an outspoken advocate for life? *Sanctity of Human Life Sunday 2012*
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Confidence for Christian Climbers
There are many similarities between the mountain-climbing life and the Chrsitian life. Just like the mountaineer, every Christian is on the upward journey toward higher ground-- and the terrain is often steep and difficult. At the conclusion of Jesus' Upper Room Discourse, Jesus wants His disciples to remember that because they are "on the rope" with Him--- they are entitled to tremendous spiritual help and blessings for their spiritual journey. What is every Christian privileged to receive because of their close relationship with Jesus? Why can every Christian have confidence? Find out in this message from John 16:25-33.
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Video: When Sorrow Becomes Joy (TV)
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When Sorrow Becomes Joy
Electronic devices abound, but none has overthrown the book as the ultimate handheld device. Why? Books give us great stories-- especially stories that finish with a great ending. In John 16 during the Upper Room Discourse, Jesus gives His disciples an emotional and spiritual boost by helping them understand that the conclusion to His story would bring them intense joy. How could Jesus promise that the disciples' sorrow would be turned to joy? What delightful applications can Christians make from Jesus' predictions? Find out in this message from John 16:16-24.
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A Resolution for Church Membership
For most Americans, the new year is a time for making changes, goals, and resolutions. For many Christians today, the best resolution they could make for 2012 would be to join their local church in membership. As we search the Scriptures, what are some of the most important biblical reasons why a Christian should join a local church in membership? Why is church membership so essential--- and so important? *New Years Day 2012*
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The Twelve Reasons for Christmas
Most
of us grew up singing the famous holiday song, “The Twelve Days of
Christmas.” While the best evidence
proves that the song was not a secret Catholic catechism for practicing
Catholics under Queen Elizabeth’s rule--- it remains a memorable song on the
various kinds of gifts given by a true love at Christmas. As we search the Scriptures, we know that the
greatest gift ever given was Jesus Christ, whom God sent to the earth out of
His great love for sinners. What are
twelve biblical reasons why Jesus Christ stepped out of eternity and came into
the world?
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O Christmas Tree
There are many different theories for the origin of the Christmas tree. Some secular-minded skeptics say Christians merely hijacked the ancient pagan winter festivals of December and Christianized them. Others say the legend of the Christmas tree can be traced to St. Boniface or even Martin Luther. As we seek to separate the fact from the fiction, what is the true history and origin of the Christmas tree--- and how does it symbolize the person and work of Jesus Christ? *Christmas Eve 2011*
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Anna: The Widow Who Was Rewarded
One of the beautiful but often overlooked characters of the Christmas story is Anna--- the devout widow who makes her appearance near the end of Luke chapter two. As we see how Anna came face-to-face with the infant Jesus, why did God see fit to reward her with such a tremendous blessing? Why is Anna worthy of our commendation, and what valuable spiritual life lessons can we learn from her? (Inside Christmas, part 3)
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The Great Convincer
Some people are great "convincers"--- they can talk others into embracing ideas, beliefs, or activities. As Jesus teaches His disciples on the coming of the Holy Spirit, one of the Holy Spirit's primary ministries is that of "convincing" or "convicting". As we listen to Jesus teach in John 16, what is the Holy Spirit's purpose in coming? What is His ongoing ministry to the world at large, as well as to individual Christians? Why should we be encouraged about the Holy Spirit's ministry? Find out in this message from John 16:8-15.
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