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Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

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The Goodness of God - John McCall by Somerville St Church of Christ

The Portage church of Christ is a group of pre-denominational Christians that are striving to serve the Lord together. Our goal is to please God, and we believe that the best way to do that is to follow the pattern that was established by the churches in the first century and revealed in the New Testament. We have no creed or doctrine except the Bible and we follow the Bible only. We strive for unity in the teaching of New Testament doctrine. Our congregation is not part of, or subject to, any larger man-made religious organization. We are a completely autonomous congregation. We are locally governed, just as the church in the first century was. How does one becomes a member of this church congregation? The exact same way as seen in the Biblical accounts. On the day of Pentecost following Jesus' resurrection, people who repented and were baptized were saved (Acts 2:38) and the saved were added to the church (Acts 2:47). These saved people were members of the body, or church (Colossians 1:18). To become a Christian, the Bible teaches: Hear the gospel (Rom. 10:17) Believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God (John 8:24, 58, Heb. 11:6) Repent of past sins (Luke 13:3, 5) Confess Jesus as Lord (Matt. 10:32-33, Rom. 10:9-10) Be baptized for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38, Mark 16:16) Remain Faithful to Christ (Rev. 2:10, 2 Tim 4:7-8)

Justin Paul Lawrence, Executive Director

The Portage church of Christ is a group of pre-denominational Christians that are striving to serve the Lord together. Our goal is to please God, and we believe that the best way to do that is to follow the pattern that was established by the churches in the first century and revealed in the New Testament. We have no creed or doctrine except the Bible and we follow the Bible only. We strive for unity in the teaching of New Testament doctrine. Our congregation is not part of, or subject to, any larger man-made religious organization. We are a completely autonomous congregation. We are locally governed, just as the church in the first century was. How does one becomes a member of this church congregation? The exact same way as seen in the Biblical accounts. On the day of Pentecost following Jesus' resurrection, people who repented and were baptized were saved (Acts 2:38) and the saved were added to the church (Acts 2:47). These saved people were members of the body, or church (Colossians 1:18). To become a Christian, the Bible teaches: Hear the gospel (Rom. 10:17) Believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God (John 8:24, 58, Heb. 11:6) Repent of past sins (Luke 13:3, 5) Confess Jesus as Lord (Matt. 10:32-33, Rom. 10:9-10) Be baptized for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38, Mark 16:16) Remain Faithful to Christ (Rev. 2:10, 2 Tim 4:7-8)

Who/what is God? I have had people say to me, I believe in God’s existance but I don’t need to study the Bible to know Him! But belief in His existence is not enough! Even satan and his demons believe in God’s existence! It is only through the Bible we can study God and His relationship with the universe. All we can know about God is not contained in the Bible, but the Bible contains all we can know about God during our earthly life! That is because God is infinite and beyond our limitations of space and time! Yet the God we as Christian disciples follow and worship, is knowable through the Bible. This means that God is a personal God and not a remote being. That is a key to studying Him! He wants to be known and has given us the Bible in order for us to do so. How can we know about God? In the Bible, what we know of God are the fundamental qualities or powers of His being. The Bible elucidates statements about God, by God, through which we try and understand God, using our finite minds. The Bible reveals God to us! God is spirit, yet a personal and infinite being (John 4:24). He is one in substance, nature and being and incapable of division (Deuteronomy 6v4). Yet He is three coequal people, or the Trinity! It is through the Bible we discover what pleases, angers, offends, or gives joy Him! The words revealed in the Bible describe His attributes! The fact we are able to take hold and understand this about an infinite God is evidence that God desires to be known by humans! So what are some of the attributes of God? There are two different kinds of attributes: natural and moral. 1. Natural Attributes a. Transcendent - God's self-existence apart from and independent of creation. This reflects God’s majesty and greatness. Romans 11:33; 1Chronicles 29:11; 1Kings 8:27 b. Immanent/Omnipresent - God is wholly present everywhere. God fills the universe in all it's parts without division Psalm 139:7-12; Jerermiah 23:23-24 c. Omnipotent - God has power to do all things that are the object of power. With God all things are possible Luke 1:37. He is El Shaddai or God Almighty. Jerermiah 32:17-18 Nothing is too hard for you. d. Omniscient - God has perfect knowledge of all things - actual, past, present, future and possible. 1 John 3:20 God knows all things; Psalm 47:5 Infinite understanding. e. Infinite - God has no limits. He has an internal and a qualitative absence of limitation. Boundless activity - Romans 11:33; 1Timothy1:16; Psalm 147:5 f. Immutable - God is unchangeable. Malachi 3:6 - I AM God and I change not; Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. g. Eternal - God is without beginning or end. He is the alpha and omega. God is outside of time - time is in God, and He is free from the succession of time. God lives in the eternal present - past, present and future, are NOW for God - He is the I AM YAHWEH Exodus 3:14. From everlasting to everlasting you are God. 1 Timothy1:17; Psalm 102:7 h. Spirit God is a free personal Spirit · God is not material. He is invisible and indestructible. John 4:24; 1Timothy1:17; 1Timothy6:15-16 · God is Life Jn 14:6. Energy & activity! · God has Personality. Self-consciousness & communicative! 2. Moral Attributes a. Goodness - absolute perfection. Seeking creations' welfare. Love - God is love 1 John 4:8-10. God communicates and gives of Himself. Grace - God gives us what we do not deserve. God's riches at Christ’s expense Ephesians 2:7; The unmerited goodness of God John 1:16. Mercy - God does not give us what we deserve. The goodness of God to those in distress - tenderness & compassion (Ephesians 2:3-5) Long-suffering - God is slow to anger. God longs to forgive (Exodus 34:6-7) Truth - John 14:6 The revelation source and foundation of all truth is God/Jesus b. Holiness - moral excellence and perfection of God. Separation from sin. What God is!! Heb 7:26 "Be holy, for I am Holy". c. Righteousness - Holiness in action. God's actions conform to His Holiness. Justice deals with the ab­sence of righteousness. Sin must be dealt with – (Genesis 18:25 & Psalm 89:14) Why do we study this God? There are at least 4 reasons! a) Avoids confusion! As we study God, we come to know truths about Him and are able to discern what are true and false facts about Him! "Truth combats error" Satan distorts scripture to put people off the truth. b) Truth develops character 2 Peter 1:3-9 - The strongest Christian disciples are those with a good growing knowledge of biblical truth. Since study increases our knowledge of God, it increases the possibilities of love, growth and service of the Christian disciple. We study it to put it into practice! What we believe about God, affects our behaviour! James 1:22 says "We must be doers of the Word not just hearers of this is to be effective." c) We are commanded to grow in our knowledge of God - 2 Timothy 4:2-4 d) This God is to be worshipped and part of our service and submission to this God, is that worship is given to Him alone (Deuteronomy 5v6-9). As humans we are created in His image, and as Christian disciples we were bought at a price when Jesus died on the cross and we accepted Him as our Lord and saviour. He is due our worship and reverence! It is on worship that I hope to discuss next time! One of the best books regarding getting to know God is the appropriately titled “Knowing God” by JI Packer - it’s a thoroughly modern and readable classic! For more to think about, please do read for yourself 2 Peter 1:3-9. Ask yourself the following questions, writing them down if you can, and see how you respond or react to them. Then why not share your answers with your spouse or a close friend, so that you can pray over any issues together. Q1. From my knowledge of God, what do I find comforting? Q2. From my knowledge of God, what do I find disturbing? Q3. How has my knowledge of God grown and affected my behaviour since I became a Christian disciple? Right mouse click or tap here to save/download this Podcast as a MP3 file

Pastor Micah Klutinoty in John 20:19-31 shares that the risen Jesus offers true life to all who believe, bringing peace (with God, within, and toward the world), purpose as ambassadors of reconciliation, and a patient pursuit that meets us in our doubts. In Him we find everything we need—peace, mission, and mercy—so that others might be urged and welcomed to repentance and faith.

The Suffering of Jesus Christ      Jesus Christ, though perfectly sinless in His nature and conduct (1 Pet 2:22; 1 John 3:5), fully entered into the sufferings of humanity during what Scripture calls “the days of His flesh” (Heb 5:7a). As eternal God (John 1:1, 14; Col 2:9), He lacked nothing and possessed all knowledge, power, and authority. Yet in His humanity, He willingly submitted Himself to the limitations of human life, growing in wisdom and stature (Luke 2:40) and experiencing hunger, thirst, fatigue, grief, and rejection. This was not because of any imperfection in His being, but because the incarnation required Him to live in a fallen world where obedience to the Father necessarily brought conflict with the prevailing powers of darkness. Hebrews explains that He “learned obedience from the things which He suffered” (Heb 5:8). This does not mean He was ever disobedient, but rather that, through real human experience, He grew in the practical expression of obedience under pressure, culminating in His supreme submission when He “became obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross” (Phil 2:8). According to Fruchtenbaum, “The expression learned obedience does not mean that Jesus disobeyed; it means that He learned what obedience cost Him. It cost Him suffering. Philippians 2:8 makes the same point. He learned what obedience costs by means of the things He suffered.”[1] Jesus' suffering, therefore, was the means by which He demonstrated in His humanity the perfection of obedience, leaving believers an enduring model of faithfulness amid adversity.      As the Suffering Servant foretold by Isaiah (Isa 53:1–12), Jesus also bore the unique suffering of standing in the place of sinners to satisfy divine justice. He not only endured the hostility of men and the pressures of life in a fallen world but ultimately suffered as the substitute for humanity's sins. In His sacrificial death, He bore the full weight of God's wrath against sin, paying a debt that was not His own (Mark 10:45; Rom 5:8; 1 Pet 3:18). On the cross, He suffered in the most profound sense, not for His failures, for He had none, but for ours, offering Himself as the once-for-all atonement. His suffering secured forgiveness, reconciliation, and eternal life for all who believe in Him. Thus, Jesus' sufferings were both exemplary and substitutionary: exemplary, in that He showed how perfect obedience is forged and displayed through hardship in a fallen world; substitutionary, in that He willingly endured the judgment we deserved so that we might be brought to God. Peter tells us, “Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust” (1 Pet 3:18). Through His suffering, believers find both a model to follow and a Savior to trust, knowing that the One who triumphed through trials now intercedes for them and assures their salvation (1 John 2:1). Sanders states, “Serving and suffering are paired in the teaching and life of our Lord. One does not come without the other. And what servant is greater than the Lord?”[2] Steven R. Cook, D.Min., M.Div.   [1] Arnold G. Fruchtenbaum, The Messianic Jewish Epistles: Hebrews, James, First Peter, Second Peter, Jude, 1st ed. (Tustin, CA: Ariel Ministries, 2005), 66. [2] J. Oswald Sanders, Spiritual Leadership: Principles of Excellence for Every Believer (Chicago, IL: Moody Publishers, 2007), 24.

The Arrest of God (John 18:1-14) Rivertown Church is a Christ-centered community that exists to worship God and make disciples of Jesus for the glory of God and the joy of all peoples. For more about our church, please visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or join us Sundays at 10:30am at 28 Birge Street in Brattleboro, VT for our worship gathering.

The Helmet of Salvation Series: Suited Up - The Armor of God (Week 6 of 7) Scripture: Ephesians 6:17a Summary In Roman warfare, the helmet was critical. A soldier could survive wounds to his body, but a blow to the head could be fatal—causing instant death, unconsciousness, or disorientation that left him completely vulnerable. The Roman helmet protected the skull, temples, neck, and cheeks from sword strikes, arrows, and blunt force. Paul uses this image for salvation because salvation protects your mind—your thoughts, your thinking patterns, your understanding of reality. The enemy knows that if he can control your mind, he controls everything. Your mind determines how you interpret circumstances, respond to attacks, believe about God, believe about yourself, and whether you stand firm or fall. Key Points: 1. Salvation Gives You Assurance That Protects Your Mind The first way salvation functions as a helmet is by providing assurance—settled confidence that you belong to God. Without assurance, your mind is under constant attack. Every sin makes you question if you're really saved. Every struggle makes you doubt God's acceptance. Every failure makes you wonder if you've lost salvation. That mental instability is exactly what the enemy wants. If he can keep you uncertain about your salvation, you'll never have confidence in spiritual warfare. But salvation—properly understood—provides unshakeable assurance that protects your mind. 1 John 5:13 says, "These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may KNOW that you have eternal life." Not hope. Not wonder. Not maybe. KNOW. How the helmet of assurance protects: When you sin: "I am saved by grace through faith. My salvation isn't based on sinless perfection but on His finished work" When you struggle: "All Christians struggle with sin. I hate my sin and fight it—that's evidence OF salvation, not against it" When you feel distant: "My feelings don't determine my standing. Nothing can separate me from God's love" This assurance rests on three foundations: God's promise (John 3:16), Christ's finished work (John 19:30), and the Spirit's witness (Romans 8:16). When your mind is protected by assurance of salvation, the enemy's accusations lose their power. He can't destabilize you with doubt because your confidence is anchored in unchanging truth. 2. Salvation Shapes Your Identity and Renews Your Thinking The helmet of salvation doesn't just protect—it transforms how you think. Romans 12:2 says, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." The Greek word for "transformed" is metamorphoo—complete metamorphosis through renewing your mind. Salvation fundamentally changes how you think about: WHO YOU ARE (Your Identity) Before salvation, your identity was in your sin and failures. But salvation gives you a new identity in Christ: child of God (John 1:12), new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17), chosen and adopted (Ephesians 1:4-5), forgiven and justified (Romans 8:1). The enemy attacks your identity constantly: "You're defined by your worst moment. You're just a sinner. You're worthless." But the helmet protects by reshaping how you see yourself. You're not defined by your past—you're defined by Christ. HOW YOU THINK (Your Thought Patterns) Salvation doesn't just change your legal standing—it transforms thought patterns. Philippians 4:8 instructs us to meditate on things that are true, noble, just, pure, lovely, and of good report. Before salvation, our minds defaulted to fear, anxiety, lust, bitterness, pride. But salvation retrains our minds toward trust, gratitude, purity, forgiveness, humility, hope. 2 Corinthians 10:5 says, "Casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ." This is warfare language—there's a battle for your mind, and the helmet equips you to win by taking thoughts captive. WHAT YOU BELIEVE (Your Worldview) Salvation transforms your entire worldview. You begin seeing reality through Scripture's lens rather than through culture, feelings, or human reasoning. The enemy attacks your worldview, but the helmet anchors your thinking in biblical truth. 3. You Must Actively Guard Your Mind From Enemy Attacks Paul says "take the helmet of salvation"—that's active. You must put it on, keep it on, and guard what enters your mind. The enemy attacks your mind constantly because if he controls your thoughts, he controls your life. How to actively guard your mind: RECOGNIZE THE BATTLE - The enemy's primary battlefield is your thought life. Mental warfare looks like: obsessive thoughts (worry, lust, bitterness, fear), lies about God ("He doesn't care"), lies about yourself ("You're worthless"), lies about others ("They're against you"), lies about circumstances ("This is hopeless"). FILTER WHAT ENTERS - Proverbs 4:23 warns, "Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life." What you allow into your mind shapes everything. Ask: What entertainment am I consuming? What social media? What conversations? What thoughts am I rehearsing? If you fill your mind with garbage, you'll think like the world. Colossians 3:2 commands, "Set your mind on things above." REPLACE LIES WITH TRUTH - When attacks hit, don't just resist—replace with truth. When fear assaults: "God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind" (2 Timothy 1:7). When worthlessness attacks: "I am fearfully and wonderfully made" (Psalm 139:14). This is taking every thought captive. Jesus modeled this in Matthew 4, responding to Satan's lies with "It is written..." The Closing Illustration: During World War II, a soldier wounded in battle was plagued by PTSD. His mind couldn't accept that the battle was over. Every noise became enemy fire. Every shadow became a threat. He lived in constant mental torment, still fighting a war that had ended. A fellow soldier visited and said something that began to change everything: "The war is over. We won. You're safe now." That's what the helmet of salvation does for your mind. The enemy wants you to live as though the war isn't over—as though your salvation is still in question, your identity uncertain, your future at risk. But the helmet protects your mind with truth: The decisive battle has been won. Jesus defeated sin, death, and Satan at the cross. You are on the winning side. You are safe in Him. Your salvation is secure—not based on performance but on Christ's finished work. Your identity is settled—you are a child of God, a new creation. Your future is certain—nothing can separate you from His love. The war for your soul is over. Christ won. Now you fight from victory, not for victory. The Bottom Line: The helmet of salvation protects your mind by giving you assurance against doubt, shaping your identity and renewing your thinking, and equipping you to actively guard your thoughts. Your mind is the battlefield, but when you wear the helmet—confident in your assurance, grounded in your identity, actively guarding your thoughts—your mind is protected. The decisive victory has already been won. Next in Series: Week 7 (SERIES FINALE) - "The Sword of the Spirit and Prayer" (Ephesians 6:17b-18) Our offensive weapons in spiritual warfare—the conclusion of "Suited Up: The Armor of God"

Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

We have been given great mercy. How do we respond to it, and how are we to be merciful ourselves? Pastor Nate Harlan resumes his series in John. Listen above or download the audio file here. Photo by Em bé khóc nhè on Unsplash The post The Works of God — John 9:1–7  first appeared on Trinity Reformed Church.

The Portage church of Christ is a group of pre-denominational Christians that are striving to serve the Lord together. Our goal is to please God, and we believe that the best way to do that is to follow the pattern that was established by the churches in the first century and revealed in the New Testament. We have no creed or doctrine except the Bible and we follow the Bible only. We strive for unity in the teaching of New Testament doctrine. Our congregation is not part of, or subject to, any larger man-made religious organization. We are a completely autonomous congregation. We are locally governed, just as the church in the first century was. How does one becomes a member of this church congregation? The exact same way as seen in the Biblical accounts. On the day of Pentecost following Jesus' resurrection, people who repented and were baptized were saved (Acts 2:38) and the saved were added to the church (Acts 2:47). These saved people were members of the body, or church (Colossians 1:18). To become a Christian, the Bible teaches: Hear the gospel (Rom. 10:17) Believe that Jesus Christ is the son of God (John 8:24, 58, Heb. 11:6) Repent of past sins (Luke 13:3, 5) Confess Jesus as Lord (Matt. 10:32-33, Rom. 10:9-10) Be baptized for the remission of sins (Acts 2:38, Mark 16:16) Remain Faithful to Christ (Rev. 2:10, 2 Tim 4:7-8)

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Bible version: NRSVUE (New Revised Standard Version Updated) The common view is that God is three persons in one being or substance. Each of the persons is fully God, but the Father is not the Son, the Son is not the Spirit, and the Spirit is not the Father. Problem 1: Believing that God is three persons contradicts scriptures that speak of God as a singular individual—as a one, not a plurality (Deut. 4:35, 39; 6:4-9; Isa. 43:10-11; 44:6; 45:5-6; 1 Kgs. 8:60; Mal. 2:10; Mark 12:28-34; John 17:3; Rom 3:30; Eph 4:6; 1 Tim. 2:5; Jas. 2:19). Just imagine how well-known scriptures would change if God were three persons (John 3:16; Jer. 29:11). Problem 2: If God were three persons we find serious logical difficulties. Questions multiply. Why doesn't the Bible say God is three persons or explain the idea? Why wasn't it included in the preaching in the book of Acts? How is belief in three persons not tritheism? If the spirit is a person, what's his name? Why doesn't anyone pray to the spirit? Why doesn't the spirit receive worship or give greetings? Problem 3: The tri-personal idea slowly evolved over time. Tertullian first used the word trinitas, but didn't recognize the Father, Son, and Spirit as coequal. Origen of Alexandria developed the concept of eternal generation, but he too believed the Father was greater than the Son. It's not until Gregory of Nazianzus in the mid to late fourth century that we get a clear statement of God as three persons in one being (Fifth Theological Oration 31). Solution: The Bible teaches that the Father is the only true God (John 17:3), Jesus is his Son, the Messiah, and the spirit is their presence in the world.The post Who Told You That? God Is Three Persons first appeared on Living Hope.

Thanks for watching! This sermon was preached by Dave Cook at Calvary Baptist Church on [Date] as part of our Gospel of John sermon series. We'd love to have you join us in person or learn more about who we are.

The Generous Heart - Part 1The Generosity of God | John 3:16Big Idea: God gave us His best, so we should give Him our best.  1. God gave because of love (and so should we)2. God gave His very best (and so should we)3. God gave so that we might live (and so should we)

**Thank you for supporting this ministry, I lovingly refer to as "The Little Green Pasture." Click here: PayPal: http://paypal.me/JoanStahl **Please prayerfully consider becoming a ministry partner: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/joaniestahl **Contact Email: jsfieldnotes@gmail.com **Subscribe to me on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-534183Are you tired of striving? In a world that constantly tells us to be strong and self-sufficient, discover the profound, soul-deep rest that comes from surrendering completely to God. This message explores the unexpected beauty of complete dependency on our Creator and the hard lessons that gently guide us into the most powerful peace available—the peace that only Jesus Christ offers.​Based on the incredible promise in John 14:27 ("Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."), we dive into what it truly means to experience His peace. It's not just the absence of conflict; it is the ultimate rest in God—a perfect, joyful stillness found right in the middle of life's storms.​You'll discover the boundless, enduring love God has for us that is revealed as we let go of control and step into this perfect, joyful rest. Stop trying to earn your peace and start receiving the gift already given. This message is for anyone who longs to trade anxiety for absolute assurance in His unfailing love."Blessed are the single-hearted, for they shall enjoy much peace. If you refuse to be hurried and pressed, if you stay your soul on God, nothing can keep you from that clearness of spirit which is life and peace. In that stillness you will know what His will is." - Amy CarmichaelDiscover the ultimate rest in God based on John 14:27. Learn the beauty of complete dependency on Jesus Christ for perfect, joyful peace and freedom from anxiety.

Daylight Savings can leave us feeling drained and in a spiritual funk, but God’s light offers hope and renewal. 1 John 1:5 reminds us that God is light and that in Him there is no darkness at all. Just as seasonal darkness affects our mood, spiritual darkness can weigh on our hearts—but God’s light empowers us to shine, overcome, and point others to Christ even in the darkest seasons. Highlights Spiritual darkness is temporary; God’s light never fades (1 John 1:5, John 8:12). Darkness symbolizes evil, while light represents God’s presence and purity. Believers are called to live as children of the light, reflecting God in families, churches, and communities (Ephesians 5:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:5). Doing good deeds and shining for Christ helps others see God’s love (Matthew 5:16). Seasonal or spiritual darkness can impact mood, but God’s light brings hope and restoration. Walking in the light requires vigilance, prayer, and repentance to combat spiritual heaviness. Gratitude for God’s light encourages resilience through temporary dark seasons. Join the Conversation Are you experiencing a season of spiritual or emotional darkness? How do you intentionally shine God’s light in your daily life? Share your thoughts using #ChildrenOfTheLight #ShineForChrist #FaithOverDarkness.

In this message from John 1:35–42, we see what truly happens when a sinner believes that Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. As John the Baptist points his followers to Christ, we witness how genuine believers begin to tell others about Jesus, follow Him personally, bring others to meet Him, and experience real change as God works in them as only He can. Also on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdT7kp-HTasSunday, October 26, 2025Pastor Kevin PierpontCalvary Church, Webberville, Michiganhttps://webbervillechurch.org

Justin Paul-Lawrence, Executive Director

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Date: October 26, 2025Speaker: Joshua Earl

In this message, we explore John 1:29-34 and the powerful moment when John the Baptist calls Jesus the Lamb of God, the one who takes away the sin of the world. This title shows us who Jesus is: the perfect sacrifice for our sins, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies and offering forgiveness and eternal life to all who believe in Him. Also on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyFlCikTyZkSunday, October 26, 2025Pastor Kevin PierpontCalvary Church, Webberville, Michiganhttps://webbervillechurch.org

Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

Friends of the Rosary,In today's reading (Luke 12:49-53), Christ the Lord declares his desire to spread eternal life among human beings through the fire of the Holy Spirit. He says,"I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing!"Jesus is the bearer of the divine life, the spreader of the fire that sets the world ablaze, and we are obligated to be a conduit of holiness.He came to torch the world with the heat and light of the divine Spirit, which is the love shared by the Father and the Son, the very inner life of God.Christ Jesus desires the world to be renewed and purified through this divine fire.He also says today:"Do you think that I have come to bring peace to the earth? No, I tell you, but rather division!"Christ Jesus does bring true peace — peace with God (John 14:27) — but not surface-level harmony or cheap peace.The decision of whether to align with Christ or reject Him often causes division even within families. When some accept and others reject the call of the Gospel, and when God's truth confronts human resistance and sin, conflict arises.We pray today's Rosary, on the feast of St. John Capistrano, from Tempe, Arizona.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠October 23, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET⁠

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At the Feast of Dedication, Jesus once again faces a skeptical crowd. They demand that He state plainly whether He is the Messiah—but He has grown weary of their unbelief. In response, Jesus delivers a powerful series of declarations and promises concerning those who truly follow Him. In this message, we explore Christ's words not only as a source of encouragement, but also as a means of examining the sincerity and fruit of our own ministries.

Justin Paul-Lawrence, Executive Director

In this episode, we explore what it truly means to confess “Jesus is Lord.” From the opening words of John 1:1–13, we see the eternal Word who brings light into darkness and gives new birth to those who receive Him. Though the world often fails to recognize or receive Jesus (John 1:10–11), those who believe in His name are given “the right to become children of God” (John 1:12–13).This new birth—“born of God”—is more than a private belief; it's a public declaration of allegiance to King Jesus (Romans 10:9). As we walk through Scripture—from John 3:5 to Titus 3:5 and Isaiah 43:16–21—we'll see how God is still doing a new thing: forming a new people who recognize, receive, and reflect His Lordship in every part of life.When Jesus is Lord, everything else falls into place—our time, our relationships, our finances, and our fears. God is making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Are you ready for Him to do a new thing in you?

Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

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What happens when we stop trusting God? Drawing from 2 Samuel 24 and 1 Chronicles 21, this message shows how King David's decision to take a census exposed the danger of self-reliance, the ripple effects of sin, but ultimately, the mercy that follows genuine repentance and sacrificial worship. Our prayer is that you'll trade counting for trusting, repent quickly, and bring God a costly, obedient worship that invites His mercy and fire into your life.

What happens when we stop trusting God?   Drawing from 2 Samuel 24 and 1 Chronicles 21, this message shows how King David's decision to take a census exposed the danger of self-reliance, the ripple effects of sin, but ultimately, the mercy that follows genuine repentance and sacrificial worship. Our prayer is that you'll trade counting for trusting, repent quickly, and bring God a costly, obedient worship that invites His mercy and fire into your life.

This week at Echo Church, Pastor Jason Polk launched a new series through the Gospel of John. He shared how John's gospel is unique—it's not a timeline of events, but an intimate portrait from Jesus' closest friend. In John 1:1–18, we meet Jesus as the Word, the Light, and the Life. Jason explained: The Word – God's final revelation of His heart. The Light – shining in darkness, guiding us forward. The Life – offering freedom, healing, and new creation. The series will unpack Jesus as Son of God, Man of God, and Lamb of God. Today, the focus was on His divinity—Jesus is God Himself, present at creation, now inviting us to believe and become children of God. Want to dive deeper? Join us this Sunday at Echo Church. Don't miss it!

We reflected on the importance of spiritual preparation, humility, and submission before God, emphasizing that true growth begins when excuses end. Through the story of Adam and Eve, we examined how blame and avoidance separate believers from God's presence, while Christ—the second Adam—restores access to divine fellowship. The discussion centered on the need for daily preparation, both at home and in heart, before gathering to hear the Word. We explored how regular attendance, unity in the body, and face-to-face fellowship cultivate humility, accountability, and spiritual maturity. Testimonies highlighted God's faithful protection and love, reminding us that spiritual freedom is found in submission, not independence.Themes:Preparation and prayer are essential before receiving the Word (Psalm 10:17; Luke 18:1)The first Adam brought excuses; the second Adam, Christ, brought restoration (Genesis 3; 1 Corinthians 15:45)Excuses hinder growth and intimacy with God (John 15:22)Spiritual maturity requires humility and accountability within the local assembly (Ephesians 4:11–16)Daily gathering for spiritual nourishment mirrors Israel's dependence on manna (Exodus 16:4–5)True submission begins with order and obedience in the home (1 Corinthians 11:3)God's presence exposes hidden areas to bring cleansing and renewal (Psalm 119:25; Genesis 3:8)Dependence on God over self-reliance leads to transformation and peace (2 Timothy 1:7)Face-to-face ministry brings depth, unity, and power that virtual connection cannot replace (Hebrews 10:25)God's protection and love remain steadfast through obedience and community prayerScripture References: Genesis 3; 1 Corinthians 15:45; John 15:22; Exodus 16:4–5; Psalm 119:25; 1 Corinthians 11:3; 2 Timothy 1:7; Ephesians 4:11–16; Hebrews 10:25; Luke 18:1Reflection Question: What excuses or distractions might be keeping me from full submission and preparation to receive God's Word and walk in His presence daily?

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If you've ever tried standing in the strong current of a river you've sensed what it's like to experience something more powerful than yourself. For every believer in and follower of Jesus the powerful truth that "the Word became flesh and dwelt among us," should be an experience like that, only greater. Jesus came, fully God, and took on humanity not just to visit, but dwell among us, full of grace and truth. Follow along with this sermon from John 1:14-18 as we discover how through faith in Jesus — the one who reveals the Father — we receive God's “grace upon grace," providing us with the fullness we need to stand firm in life and to live for his glory.Also on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OEKGwdGotESunday, October 5, 2025Pastor Kevin PierpontCalvary Church, Webberville, Michiganhttps://webbervillechurch.org

Saturday, October 4, 2025

Justin Paul-Lawrence, Executive Director

In this powerful message, John Bevere teaches how holy fear opens the door to joy, blessing, and a deeper friendship with God.

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Saturday, September 27, 2025

“Jesus told him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.’” (John 14:6 NLT) You’ve probably heard more than a few objections to the inevitable answer to this question. “How can Christians say that Jesus is the only way to God?” “Are you saying that if someone doesn’t believe in Jesus, then they’re going to Hell?” “Do you understand how narrow-minded that thinking is?” “Why are you so intolerant of other people’s beliefs?” “Why can’t you be more inclusive?” Let’s get one thing straight. The only reason I say that Jesus Christ is the only way to the Father is because Jesus Himself said it. Look again at those words in John 14:6: “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me” (NLT). In Acts 4:12, the apostle Peter put it this way: “There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved” (NLT). Why? Because only Jesus Christ was qualified to bridge the gap between a holy God and sinful humanity. Jesus Christ—not just a good man, but the God-Man—died in our place and took the full wrath of the Father upon Himself because there was no other way that we could settle the debt that we owed God. Only Jesus Christ could conquer sin and death and make it possible for us to live forever with Him. Such exclusivity is hard for a lot of people to embrace. Some say, “I choose to believe that whatever religion you want to follow is fine. As long as you sincerely believe, God will let you into Heaven.” The problem with that reasoning is that Adolf Hitler probably believed in his heart that what he was doing was right. Does anyone want to suggest that his sincere belief should earn him a place in Heaven? Others say, “I don’t believe that Jesus was God. I believe that He was an influential philosopher and a great moral teacher, but nothing more than that.” C. S. Lewis responded to that kind of thinking with these words: “A man who was merely a man and said the sort of things Jesus said would not be a great moral teacher. He would either be a lunatic—on a level with the man who says he is a poached egg—or else he would be the Devil of Hell.” Lewis concluded, “You can shut Him up for a fool, you can spit at Him and kill Him as a demon; or you can fall at His feet and call Him Lord and God. But let us not come with any patronising nonsense about His being a great human teacher. He has not left that open to us. He did not intend to.” Jesus is the only way to God. The Christian faith is built on that truth. Reflection question: What would you say to someone who believes that all paths lead to God? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is Jesus looking for when He examines your life? In Mark 11:11-26, we see Jesus confront a fig tree that had leaves but no fruit, a powerful illustration of how God views our spiritual fruitfulness. Just like physical fruit satisfies and nourishes people, spiritual fruit glorifies and satisfies God (John 15:8).In this sermon, “What Is Jesus Looking for in You?” missionary Steve Kern explores what the Bible says about bearing spiritual fruit. Using the parable of the fig tree, he challenges us to live a life of genuine faith, bearing lasting spiritual fruit that glorifies God. Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc/Web: https://livingproof.co/resources/books/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/

I'm starting a new series called Darin's Diary. Every Monday, I'll be sharing something real that I'm learning about God as I dig into His Word for myself. This isn't secondhand from pastors, mentors, or books — it's me opening up my Bible, wrestling with what it says, and sharing how it's changing my walk with Him. In this first episode, I'm talking about a verse that completely reshaped the way I see God: John 1:14 — “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.” Growing up, I thought I understood God's love, but when I read this verse in its original context, it hit me in a whole new way. For the first audience — both Jews and Gentiles — this was shocking. Unlike the distant gods of the Greco-Roman world, Jesus stepped down, put on flesh, and lived among us. That changes everything. This episode is all about rediscovering God's love in a fresh way — the kind that makes you fall in love with Him all over again. My hope is that as you watch, you'll see that God isn't distant, He's close, and He cares about every detail of your life. Let me know in the comments what stood out to you most, and don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes of Darin's Diary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices