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Good morning. I’m Randy and I am a sinner. Today (the first Sunday of Lent) we begin a new series on the “7 Deadly Sins.” The seven deadly sins, a list that began developing as early as the fourth century, are pride, envy, anger, sloth, avarice (greed), lust, and gluttony. As you think about this … Read more
Last week we talked about worship as a lifestyle (basically, our individual worship). Today, we want to talk about our worship as a community. Let’s start with Jesus’ final instructions to his disciples in Acts 1.4 …"Do not leave Jerusalem until the Father sends you what he promised. Remember, I have told you about this … Read more
Today’s message was pretty short. We spent a little time discussing the implications of last Tuesday’s vote. We wanted to make sure everyone is clear about where we’re at and where we’re headed. +++++ "I’m coming back to the heart of worship, and it’s all about you, it’s all about you, Jesus. I’m sorry, Lord, … Read more
Today, we wrap up this series (“Let’s Conquer the Land!”) which leads up to our vote this Tuesday. As we wrap up the story, we want to learn from the critical mistakes made by the Israelites. "You must learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t possibly live long enough to make them all yourself." … Read more
Numbers 14.1-25 I believe this passage speaks very clearly to where we’re at right now. The scouts presented their report, which led to plotting and inciting rebellion by those who wanted to force their way on others. The leaders speak, but then the people want to stone them. God becomes angry with the people and … Read more
We began a new series last week to help us prepare for our upcoming, momentous decision. As we’ve been saying, the wrong question is, "What can we do to survive?" That will always lead us down the wrong path! The question we need to be asking (after, "God, what is your will for us?") is, … Read more
Read Numbers 13.1-20 Introductory CommentsWe begin a new, important series today. It’s a time that I’ve been looking forward to for a while. And I want to begin by sharing my thoughts and wishes as we continue our journey over the next month … I want the best for you! I want the best for … Read more
Happy New Year! As we begin a new year, I want to take a look at a wonderful passage of Scripture. There were two major, polar events that took place in the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible): Exodus from Egypt (1200 BC) and Exile into Babylon (587 BC). Today, we’re going to look at a passage … Read more
God’s gift to us! When the angels appear to the shepherds on the night of Jesus’ birth, they said, “Don’t be afraid! I bring you good news of great joy for everyone! The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born tonight in Bethlehem, the city of David!” (Luke 2) For God so loved the world … Read more
This summer, I spent some time writing out my personal vision/mission. In thinking about my relationship with God, I focused on 3 keywords: know, honor, and obey. I want to know God; I want to honor God; and, I want to obey God. For me, that’s what it means to be a Christ-follower! Ironically, I … Read more