Trinity Bible Church Canmore

We continue our look at how the Old Testament points us to Jesus, with Ron Hallam digging into the story of Joseph.

In our next message looking at the foreshadowing of the Gospel, we look at Abraham and his covenant with God in Genesis 15.

We start a new series this week looking at a number of Old Testament passages that point to, and foreshadow, the gospel coming through Jesus.

What is Baptism? Why should we be baptized? But what about these reasons NOT to get baptized? We've got answers!

Every day, we're making dozens of decisions. But how do we discern God's plan for our lives?

How do we share the gospel with people around us? This week we look at a number of Gospel Theards that we can weave into the everyday interactions we're already having.

As we continue looking at how we grow in our relationship with God, we consider how we can study the Bible to grow in our faith.

Four words summed up the life of Enoch in Genesis 5:25; "He walked with God." How can we learn to do the same?

From beginning to end, the Bible is one story about God showing and spreading His love to the nations.

So, if every one of us is created by God to enjoy and exalt his glory by making disciples who make disciples of all nations, of the 11-17,000 people groups in the world, the next question is, How are we doing?

When Jesus commissioned his disciples to make disciples of all nations, He wasn't just saying make disciples where you are, He was telling them to take the gospel to the farthest reaches of the earth, to every ethnic group, tribal group, language group and people group.

As disciples of Jesus made to glorify God, we accomplish our purpose by making disciples.

We continue our Faith Foundations series looking at the Spirit-filled life, urging believers to be transformed by the Holy Spirit, aligning beliefs and actions with Christian faith. He links being made in God's image to our purpose of spreading His glory by transforming our hearts, minds, affections, desires, and will to reflect Jesus. The sermon highlights the ongoing process of spiritual transformation, emphasizing the need to avoid a superficial commitment to Christianity and embrace the Holy Spirit's power for a purposeful life. Believers are called to prayerfully engage in their personal transformation and witness God's work in their lives to fulfill their divine purpose.

Why are we here?

Pastor Preston Busch discusses the importance of Easter as a season rather than just a day of celebration and focuses on three stories from John chapter 21. The stories include Mary Magdalene's discovery at the tomb, Jesus appearing to the disciples and commissioning them, and Thomas doubting before ultimately believing. The sermon highlights Jesus's grace in responding to doubt and encourages believers to embrace doubt as part of their faith journey.

Through the story of two disciples on the road to Emmaus, he illustrates how Jesus revealed himself through Scripture, emphasizing the importance of faith grounded in biblical truth.

Pastor Shawn Franklin discusses the acceptability of gambling and lying for Christians, offering a decision-making framework rooted in biblical principles and consideration of others. He emphasizes the significance of reflecting God's glory and understanding the gospel rather than merely following rules. Ultimately, believers are urged to demonstrate love for God above all else through their actions and choices.

Pastor Shawn Franklin explores the topic of alcohol and marijuana use from a Christian perspective, emphasizing the importance of seeking wisdom and adhering to biblical principles. He introduces a decision-making process which involves starting with the Bible as the ultimate authority for followers of Jesus. While the Bible allows for freedom in Christ, believers must consider the principles and wisdom provided by scripture when making choices. Pastor Shawn examines biblical references to wine and discusses the potential negative effects of marijuana, concluding that recreational marijuana use does not align with biblical principles. He encourages listeners to seek guidance and rest in Jesus when facing struggles or uncertainties.

Should a Christian do yoga? We look at the origins and the practice of yoga and then use the attached diagram to help us make our decision.

We open the series looking at the issue of doubt.

This morning, we wrap up our series, looking at the final petition of the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing the plea for deliverance from temptation and evil. It discusses the various forms of temptation—trials, external enticements, and internal allurements—and underscores the need for divine guidance and strength in resisting temptations of pleasure, pride and power, and overcoming the influence of the evil one.

We continue our series looking at the Lord's Prayer looking at the concept of forgiveness by framing it within the notion of "debts" owed to God, emphasizing our continual need for His mercy and grace to address our sins and shortcomings.

This morning we get into the transition in the Lord's Prayer from acknowledging God's glory to addressing personal needs, emphasizing the importance of daily dependence on God for provision. It warns against excessive self-sufficiency and materialism while pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate source of satisfaction for both physical and spiritual needs.

This morning we continue with what might be the hardest prayer that Jesus asks us to pray; “Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”

This morning we consider the impact of dedicating our lives to the Kingdom of God, exploring the meaning, significance, and implications of praying, "Your kingdom come, on earth as it is in heaven," as part of a series on "The Lord's Prayer."

Dive into the essence of the Lord's Prayer with a focus on "Hallowed be Your name." Unpack the meaning of "hallowed" and explore the profound holiness of God through scripture. Connect the theological depth to practical implications in our faith journey. Reflect on worship priorities in daily life, recognizing that the prayer celebrates God's inherent holiness rather than pleading for it. Join us on this transformative journey of understanding and reverence.

This message explores the challenges and struggles people face in their prayer lives despite the significance of prayer in their apprenticeship to Jesus. It highlights the disciples' request to Jesus to teach them to pray, leading to the recording of the Model Prayer. The emphasis is on the sincerity and genuineness of prayer, cautioning against hypocrisy and ritualistic approaches. We also dive into the profound meaning of addressing God as "Our Father," emphasizing the spiritual privilege granted through faith in Jesus. Ultimately, we are encouraged to approach prayer with honesty and recognize it as a means to express love, trust, and reliance on God as a child to a loving Father.

What does it mean to be a disciple, or apprentice, of Jesus? We consider what it means for us to be devoted, developed and deployed as Jesus' followers.

Never let the presence of a storm, cause you to doubt the presence of God.

Your deepest need becomes a gift when it drives you to God.

We go back to Psalm 84:5-7 and remind ourselves that we are blessed when we get our strength from God, and that our pilgrimage to the City of Refuge, leads us through the Valley of Tears

This week we look at Jesus healing the Paralytic and see five different types of people who appear in the story and also who are in every church.

Steve wraps up our Good Shepherd series, looking at the last verse of Psalm 23.

God invites us to His table as His honoured guest.

The book of Jonah concludes with Jonah outside of the city, and God asking some really, pointed questions.

We're into Jonah 4 this morning, which is one of the most unexpected and surprising chapters in the Bible

This week we find Jonah in the belly of the great fish, at the end of himself, crying out to God.

This morning we look at the remainder of Jonah Chapter 1, but we look at the story from three perspectives; the sailors', Jonah and God.

Because of Jesus' work on the cross, we're invited into something so much greater than just ourselves.

Glad to have Pastor Craig Robinson from The Cairn here in Canmore sharing with us this morning from John 21, looking at the restoration of Peter.

This Easter Sunday, we ask a few questions: - Did Jesus really live? - Why did he die? - Can we believe the resurrection? - What does he offer us?

When Jesus walked the earth, he did all sorts of amazing signs and miracles, and yet the miracles themselves were never the point. Everything He did pointed to him being the promised Messiah, but people missed that. Sometimes we miss that too. Are you looking to Jesus for your greatest need, freedom from sin?

How do you live in a broken world? That's what 1 Peter is all about. We rest in God's grace, celebrate in the community He has placed us in, and rest in God's peace and sovereignty.

How can we find rest?‌ - Know your place ‌- Put your worries, fears, anxieties and concerns into His hands ‌- Take life seriously, be alert ‌- Resist the enemy, no matter what ‌- Believe that His grace will keep on working in your heart.

Peter instructs the church and their elders on their role, readiness and responsibilities.

A life following Jesus looks different, especially when it comes to dealing with difficulties and suffering. So, how does Peter tell us to look at a life where suffering is a reality?

How do we live in light of Jesus' coming return and reign?

How do we think biblically about the world that we live in?

Steve Sellers brings us back into 1 Peter.

We wrap up our look at Paul's prayer with these two magnificent verses that remind us to dream big, and then dream bigger!

Paul shifts his focus in this prayer and starts to ask the Lord to give this church a few specific things: - Know that you are secure in God's love - Know the limitless dimensions of God's love - Know that His love surpasses knowledge - Know God's love so that you may be made mature