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Pastor James teaches from Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:22-23; and Luke 1:26-33Tacking the subject of the virgin birth is a tough one, but that is the next stop in our Apostle's Creed Series. Pastor James teaches on believing in the virgin birth by revealing how the breath of god breathes life. That Jesus' life needed to be free from original sin, in order for salvation to work. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/VHznxHfDcBQThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Pastor Brad Teaches from John 1:1-14The next line to be tacked in our Apostle's Creed Series is "Jesus Christ His Only Son Our LORD." Pastor Brad teaches upon this passage, building upon what it truly means to proclaim Jesus is LORD. That it takes time and intentionality to be proper stewards for the LORD. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/8JvzWt3aLaIThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Pastor James Leads us from Colossians 1:15-23 and Psalm 139In our thirds installment Pastor James helps us tackle the line "Maker of Heaven and Earth." Expanding on our role as stewards of the earth, and the relationship between creator and creature. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/09fnDOubiEIThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Pastor James Leads us from Genesis 1:1-2 and Revelations 22:13In the second installment of our Apostles Creed Series, we continue setting our foundation for believing in God. This week Pastor James helps up Delve into the first section of the creed: The Belief in the Father God the Almighty.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/GKm0wHP5woEThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Pastor Brad Leads us from Exodus 2:13-17Today's sermon properly begins our Apostles Creed Series, and what better way to begin than by laying a solid foundation. Pastor Brad teaches on how the Apostles Creed itself, starts as a foundation for believing in God, and how to go about creating it through studying scripture.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/GKm0wHP5woEThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Good, Very Good, Not Good"Pastor Brad Leads us from Genesis 2:18Today was another stand alone sermon. Pastor Brad takes us back to Genesis, before the fall to a time when Adam was alone in the garden of Eden. God was not pleased that Adam was alone, so he created a helper or equally responsible companion for Adam to assist with maintaining the garden.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/sbYWnFaTBWkThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Kingdom Idiots"Pastor James teaches from Acts 4:1-22Today was a stand alone sermon. Pastor James takes us through acts 4, detailing Peter and John being brought before the courts. What we learn from the situation is similar to what the courts realized at the time, that God can do great things through the most unlikely messengers.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/skYBAXZaiUEThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"God Loves You!"Pastor James preaches on John 3:16YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/-hF8rjaaW20?si=eQExrb2k8lEqbfIqThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Patience, Pop Quiz, Peace Out!"Pastor Brad preaches on 2 Corinthians 13:1-14(We apologize for the audio while we work out the LG Equipment, thank you for your patience)In the final chapter of his letter to the church in Corinth, Paul beckons the Corinthians to prepare for his imminent arrival. Stating that the repentant ones should rejoice, but the sinners should beware as he comes with the fury of the Lord in tow. The church must examine inside themselves to know which camp they are in, and to know wither or not they will pass the test.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/JLkD9qJQ-4wThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"The Travesty of Almost"Pastor Brad preaches on 2 Corinthians 12In this weeks Passage, Paul continues to reluctantly boast about his weaknesses. He describes a time where the Lord put a thorn in him to keep him from becoming conceited, an action that reminds us, as with the trials of Job, that even evil comes from God. That evil has its purpose in Gods Master Plan, and that the Lords grace should be sufficient enough to overcome it.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/9Zk07TpIXGMThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"The Travesty of Almost"Pastor James preaches on 2 Corinthians 11Paul's Letter to the Corinthians continues its warnings about the false teachers in this passage. Paul begins to tell the church about his own suffering, and reluctantly boasting as it makes him uncomfortable, because the Lord would not boast about himself so freely. He also sites ways to discover these false teachers, by spending much time with the word of Jesus, so that it is easier to observe when teachers teach of a "Different Jesus" than the one mentioned in the gospel.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/OeR57Tu5I5wThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Paul's Letter to the Corinthians shifts from dealing with the church congregation, to the false teachers in this passage. Pastor Brad delves into identifying the strongholds that keep Jesus's blessings at bay, how when in strife one should never fight alone, and how donning the Armor of God (Sword of the Spirit, Shield of Faith, Breastplate of righteousness, Helmet of Salvation) is the best preparation to fight life's battles.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/7qvUOZnLae4Thank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

As we Continue our sermons delving into Paul's letter to the Corinthians, the current portion continues his teachings on giving. Pastor James talks about the most dreaded thing to give of all: Money. Using it as a backdrop to teach how we give, why we give, hand how best to steward our giving.YouTube Link: Thank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"The Grace of Giving"As we continue, our next sermon deals with giving within the church. Paul writes to the Church in Corinth about tithing, and Pastor Brad goes more into depth on the subject, focusing on staying stead firm during the times when it is hardest to give.YouTube Link: Thank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Don't be Yolked with Unbelievers"This week's installment into our 2 Corinthian's series continues from the last, further warning about false teachers within the church. Pastor James teaches about how God's conviction to sin is meant for forgiveness and repentance. To give your elected leadership the benefit of the doubt, and that the biggest threats to the church, usually come from within.YouTube Link: Thank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Ambassadors"We continue our 2 Corinthian series with Pastor James returning and recapping Paul's message about the ministry of reconciliation. Then teaching on becoming a better ambassador for Christ through proper conduct, doing things within Gods timing, and never diluting the Lord's message.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/t55srbBV_uwThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Better Let Me Handle This"In this weeks Passage we continue our 2 Corinthian series with Paul and Pastor Brad teaching on getting to the afterlife through the love of Jesus Christ. That we sometimes add on features and caveats to the promise of Jesus's blessing, and how we much reconcile back to letting the Lord handle things in His way and on His time. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/JMYo1C7PuDMThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"We Do Not Loose Hope"The first of two back to back sermons from Pastor Brad deals with Paul discussing with the Corinthians about Resurrections life. That by focusing on the Lord and the Lord's teachings, we do not loose hope when dealing with adversarial situations. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/xXU8DKLkkFoThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Let Your Light Shine, for You Are the Light of the World"    This week, Guest Pastor Robson Gomes dives into the book of Matthew.  He teaches upon the scripture detailing how to live and do good deeds in life.  One note is how one must be plugged in to let their light shine, and how one should increase their intimacy with the Lord.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/wYl4jLY0rhcThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Jesus is the Key"In this weeks sermon, Pastor James continues to dive into 2 Corinthians first half, further explaining Paul's mindset and how Paul's is handling the situation with the Corinth church folk. Detailing how turning to Jesus is the key to dealing with stress, worry, and a multitude of other issues, if you just stop, breathe, and pray.  YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/NGT7lVXfvnMThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Grief, Repentance, Forgiveness, RestorationIn our third sermon, Pastor Brad goes through the next part of Paul's letter, which deals with forgiveness and repentance through Jesus. He also warns of the dangers of holding a grudge, which leaves the door open for Satan to exercise  his influence.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/seACetyexkUThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Integrity"Paul's 2nd letter to the church of Corinthians continues as he starts to teach to the Corinthians about the Integrity of the Church. Pastor James leads on how the new church of the town were doing immoral things like their neighbors, ands Paul's ministry almost lost hope for them; but did not and showed them the way in the name of Jesus.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/vzI9Z1ZzRhcThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"The Good The Bad The Ugly "It is the new year and the start of a new sermon series, this one focusing on Paul's 2nd letter to the church of Corinthians. In part one, pastor Brad expands on Paul's writing about the comfort of God, and how it is the best way to not only comfort others, but to comfort ourselves in times of temptation and with feelings of strife.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/TlzWZNiFlyUThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In a twist of plans, today Pastor Brad Preaches from Revelation 21. This sermon is a reflection of the year behind, and also a look toward the future for Jesus' return to remove those  little annoyances that plague us year in and out.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/McOABbDwWK8Thank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Join us Today as both services celebrate A Family Christmas! the youth ministry light the final Advent candle, we are serenaded by a great duet , and the children's ministry shows us a Christmas story. There are some Baptisms, they can be seen on the YouTube version below.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/PoyUKfkzUCMThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In our final Women of the Bible installment, Pastor James takes us to Mary of Nazareth, also know as the most blessed Mary, Also know as Mary the mother of Jesus. He details a few of the reasons for her reverence, and how some of them may be misguided. While she was Jesus' mother, She too herself had to grow in the spirit to become one of Jesus' disciples. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/T2WCJu36FkUThank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In our second Advent 2024 installment, Pastor Brad details one of Jesus' encounters with Mary of Bethany. A former sinful woman, turned devoted follower, and lover of Jesus. Pastor teaches that by using her example, there is a way to examine our own relationships with Jesus: do we love him, why we love him, and do we show how much we love him.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/U36wbR4NtG8Thank you so much for joining us today! We also have a Podcast Link: www.lakewoodgrace.com/podcast Please connect with us by filling out a communication card here: www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

It is the Beginning of Advent Season, And nearing the conclusion of our Women of the Bible series. Today Pastor James preaches on the first of "The Mary's", Mary Magdalene, the first of the first apostles, as she was the one that not only greatly funded Jesus' ministry, but she was the first to see the resurrected Christ. Both feats accomplished because she was the one whom was present. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/Uwt0bh7seiMThank you so much for joining us today! Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In our sermon today, Pastor Brad teaches about Priscilla, a woman whom helped Paul in the early days of the Christian church. The passage shows and example of how the Lord is always with us, how much we need other people for help sometimes, and that caring is the currency of  correction.Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/PqUKqp1e1DwThank you so much for joining us today! Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Today our message details an event during Paul's missionary journey. After entering Philippi he and his entourage meet Lydia, a dealer in purple fabrics and the first gentile in Europe to receive Jesus' message without question and share it with her community.Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/4tmSqWkArDUThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Todays message again details an event during Jesus' ministry, where He meets a Samaritan Woman at Jacob's Well, who in turns tells everyone in her town that she has met the Messiah.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/goku8fmXCNgThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Todays message again details an event during Jesus' ministry. Our guest speakers explain how while visiting the home of Mary and Martha, Jesus uses a subtle gesture to help the sisters understand the importance of time management, and organizing priorities.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/W9NXQ2FVSFoThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Todays Message details an event during Jesus' ministry. Pastor Brad takes us through the inner meanings of Jesus' interaction with the Canaanite woman, and how we should never stop pushing through the storms even when Jesus' is silent. Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/3Rp21bYZIywThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Today's message skips forward a bit to detail about Anna. Anna was an old prophet at the temple whom was present for Jesus' arrival there. Pastor James takes us through what her life must have been like, and how suffering is the catalyst for what makes a person bitter, or better. Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/LRWEsoPaOwEThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Pastor Brad's message this week teaches the story of Abigail the Peacemaker. Abigail, the wife of a foolish man named Nabal, mediated an encounter between the aforementioned and David. Pastor brad also delves into a few types of false peacemakers to be encountered as well.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/Dy3WaFMxUN4Thank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

During  this weeks Women of the Bible installment, Pastor James' message teaches the story of Hannah, the mother of Samuel, and how she helped shape the destiny of 'Israel through her prayers. Prayers that she continued even through the crucible of depression. Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/2jMjcW9eNKIThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

This weeks Women of the Bible installment is a return to the cycle of Judges, before the time of Ruth and Boaz. During Deborah's time as Judge, her assistant Barak is called by the LORD but hesitates. Pastor Brad's message expands on this and more about being called to lead in trying times.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/HB-fqrC77icThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

This weeks Women of the Bible installment has us checking out the line of Jesus, but in an unlikely place. Pastor James teaches us how faith in the Lord can allow even the most unlikely of persons  to be woven into God's plan. Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/XdDqnNrO_MkThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In this weeks sermon we continue our Women of the Bible series with our next lady: Abrahams wife Sarah. Pastor Brad teaches us how to persevere when even Sarah herself struggled a bit with God's promises. Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/7tQpJStb0HAThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In todays sermon we take a dive into the creation of Eve, Adams "helper" in the garden of Eden.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/mRj6g6PRGNgThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

"Women in Leadership - Don't you read the Bible?"Todays sermon serves as an intermission between Esther and Eve. Pastor James explains context as to why some denominations allow women elders and preachers, when the Bible has scriptures that say to do otherwise. Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/Wey-ni8OKMAThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In todays passage, we send off our second Women of the Bible heroine, Esther, with a sermon about remembering that God's glory is always working, even in the middle of a storm when seas are their roughest.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/qKGUVLGwoykThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In todays passage, Esther once against goes before the king on behalf of the Jews and the new edicts. Pastor Brad outlines the choices Esther had in this moment, and eye mindset one must have to make the proper decision to exercise proper forgiveness.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/juMQH4m8BVMThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

In todays passage, Guest Speaker Janta Steele guides us through the aftermath of Haman's ousting. With Mortdecai and Esther pleading with Xerxes on behalf of the Jews. Our speaker details how humility in tough situations can lead to future triumphs.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/cHYFKbu7ulcThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Today Pastor James Leads us from Esther 7:1-10In todays passage, King Xerxes and Haman finally attend Queen Esther's banquet.  She is finally able to give her proposal to the king, and his reaction goes just as planned. Pastor James helps us delve into the works of Queen Esther's mindset going into the banquet, and what to do during God's quiet times.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/O6-UGGXR88EThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Today Pastor Brad Leads us from Esther 6:1-14In todays passage, Pastor Brad continues the story of Queen Esther, her Cousin Mordecai and the evil Haman. Showing us that gods always at work, even if there are no signs or he is never mentioned.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/16Dk4FgC3ysThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Esther's Audience with the king goes well and he, along with Haman, are excited for the banquet. However once he sees Mordecai, Haman looses all his joy. Pastor James takes a deep dive teaching on this aspect of the story.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/wMJRwuQ_IQ0Thank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

After Haman persuades the king to deliver his awful edict, Jews across the empire weep. Pastor James leads us in dissecting Mordecai and Esther's response, and what sovereigns must do when faced with tough decisions.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/H1FSlRtrDzEThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Todays sermon covers Mordecai's first actions while Esther is now Queen. Pastor Brad guides us through Mordecai's example of doing the right thing at all times is the best choice, even if it seems an unfair choice.Youtube Link:https://youtu.be/WH9_iHUYxL4

Todays sermon covers a change in tone for our Women of the Bible series. Today, Pastor James teaches on the disciple principles shown by Mordecai and his Cousin Esther, during the reign of Xerxes.Youtube version:https://youtu.be/5MfoUR_thowThank you so much for joining us today!  Please connect with us by filling out a communication card:www.lakewoodgrace.com/connect

Finishing up the story of Ruth, we now begin our journey with the next woman of the Bible. Pastor Brad begins taking us through the story of Esther, which actually begins with the defiance of yet another strong woman. Youtube version:https://youtu.be/KL0xJuExmgA