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THE SEVENTY NATIONS AND GLOBAL SPIRITUAL WARFARE We are continuing the account of the second phase of the ministry of Jesus, after he said that he was setting his face toward Jerusalem. (Luke 9). Jesus was heading toward the final victory over human sin and corruption by his death on the cross, so he sent seventy disciples to go before him and bring a foretaste of the blessing of the Kingdom of God in his name. Luke 10:1 towns and villages he planned to visit later. The Lord now chose seventy other disciples and sent them on ahead in pairs to all the The number seventy is significant in this story of the ministry of Jesus. Firsly, it represents the principle of delegation of governmental authority, as also seen in the command to Moses to delegate authority to seventy elders to help him in counselling the people of Israel in the wilderness. And the Jewish Sanhedrin was the delegated authority of the ruling council in New Testament times, consisting of 70 elders, following the precedent set in the Old Testament. In this story of the seventy disciples Jesus was not only heading towards Jerusalem to overcome human sin and corruption on the cross but was also heading toward overcoming all the rebellious principalities and powers of darkness that had corrupted the world throughout the ages. There were three major acts of spiritual rebellion to be overturned by Jesus when he came to establish his Kingdom. The first act of spiritual rebellion was by Satan, the angelic prince power who appeared as the serpent that tempted Adam and Eve to disobey God. The second spiritual rebellion was by angelic powers just before the flood of Noah in Genesis Chapter 6. And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own abode, He has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the judgment of the great day Jude 1:6) The third spiritual rebellion was at the tower of Babel, soon after the flood, where the entire world was divided by God into seventy nations. The people had built a tower that they said would exalt them to Heaven. God divided their languages and sent them out into all the world. Read Genesis Chapter 10 where these seventy nations are named. They all came under the influence of spiritual principalities and powers of idolatry. Many of those nations throughout history had rulers who saw themselves as gods, such as Egypt, and Rome (Caesar is Lord). Canaan and Tarshish (Spain) are mentioned. And in Daniel the prince power of Persia and the prince power of Greece, and Babylon. Soon after the tower of Babel God called Abram out of one of those nations, from a place called Ur of the Chaldees (the nation of Babylon), to establish the Holy Nation of Israel. The nation of Israel was ruled by the one true God, and Israel went into battle against many of those scattered nations who opposed their entry into the promised land. Israel finally took the physical territory of the land, but they did not necessarily overcome the idolatry and spiritual darkness that remained in those regions. But Jesus was to come out of and through Israel, and overcome all principalities and powers in the heavens and on the earth. Jesus was giving these seventy disciples the authority to speak in his name and to confront the territorial powers of darkness that had held power over those Gentile and Jewish places for many generations since the tower of Babel. Reading on in the story… These were his instructions to them: Luke 10:2 “Plead with the Lord of the harvest to send out more laborers to help you, for the harvest is so plentiful and the workers so few. Go now, and remember that I am sending you out as lambs among wolves. Don't take any money with you, or a beggar's bag, or even an extra pair of shoes. And don't waste time along the way. This was a disciplined strategic mission. “Whenever you enter a home, give it your blessing. If it is worthy of the blessing, the blessing will stand; if not, the blessing will return to you. “When you enter a village, don't shift around from home to home, but stay in one place, eating and drinking without question whatever is set before you. And don't hesitate to accept hospitality, for the workman is worthy of his wages! “If a town welcomes you, follow these two rules: (1) Eat whatever is set before you. (2) Heal the sick; and as you heal them, say, ‘The Kingdom of God is very near.' “But if a town refuses you, go out into its streets and say, ‘We wipe the dust of your town from our feet as a public announcement of your doom. Never forget how close you were to the Kingdom of God!' Even wicked Sodom will be better off than such a city on the Judgment Day. This demonstrates the strategic confrontation against the ancient spiritual rebellion that still pervaded the territory. What horrors await you - cities of Chorazin and Bethsaida! For if the miracles I did for you had been done in the cities of Tyre and Sidon, their people would have sat in deep repentance long ago, clothed in sackcloth and throwing ashes on their heads to show their remorse. Yes, Tyre and Sidon will receive less punishment on the Judgment Day than you. And you people of Capernaum, what shall I say about you? Will you be exalted to heaven? (This echoes the Tower of babel language) No, you shall be brought down to Sheol” Then he said to the disciples, “Those who welcome you are welcoming me. And those who reject you are rejecting me. And those who reject me are rejecting God who sent me.” When the seventy disciples returned, they joyfully reported to him, “Even the demons obey us when we use your name. ”Yes,” he told them, “I saw Satan falling from heaven as a flash of lightning! And I have given you authority over all the power of the Enemy, and to walk among serpents and scorpions and to crush them (symbolic of evil spirits – Revelation 9:10). Nothing shall injure you! However, the important thing is not that demons obey you, but that your names are registered as citizens of heaven.” Then he was filled with the joy of the Holy Spirit and said, “I praise you, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for hiding these things from the worldly wise and for revealing them to those who are as trusting as little children. So the sending out of the seventy disciples was a turning point in the final overcoming of the Kingdom of God that was to be accomplished for us at calvary - a complete victory over evil spirits. When Jesus said he had overcome the world he was not just talking about human corruption, but about the corruption of the world by the rebellion of dark and demonic angelic forces throughout the ages. And Paul tells us that Jesus has overcome all principalities and powers of darkness – Colossians 2:15 He has disarmed principalities and powers, and has made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them... Paul also tells us that we are seated in our Heavenly position with Jesus far above all principalities and powers. (Ephesians 2:6). We are living in days when there is much spiritual activity, both of the Holy Spirit and of the powers of darkness that seek to blind peoples' minds from the light and truth of God. There are Principalities and powers of darkness influencing leadership in the cultures of all the nations of the world at the moment. And there are nations where those powers will not prevail because those who believe in Jesus and his Kingdom choose to live in obedience to God and his Word – and God is fighting for them. On a personal level our offensive weaponry in our direct encounters with the power of darkness is our faith that God is in command of our lives and is fighting for us. We don't shout at the devil – we have Jesus speaking to us and through us – the one who has overcome darkness for us. Deuteronomy 3:22 You shall not fear them, for it is the LORD your God who fights for you. Our defensive weaponry in our direct encounters with the powers of darkness is the saving and protecting power of God through faith in the abiding presence of God the Holy Spirit. Paul tells us to stand against the powers of darkness by ‘putting on the full armour of God' Ephesians 6:13 Therefore take up the whole armour of God, that you may be able to withstand in the times of evil, and having done all, to stand firm. We are equipped to overcome personal attacks of darkness upon us that are designed to weaken our trust in God and to get us into emotional conflict with others and into internal conflict within ourselves. 14. So stand firm in this way, with a belt that is buckled with truth… The buckled belt speaks of alertness and readiness to move forward with the truth that defines who we are and where we stand with God. We are confident that we are OF him and FOR him and that he is FOR us. …and having the breastplate of an obedient surrendered heart. This is the alignment of our heart with his heart and surrendered to his will for our lives. Our heart's desires are then safe from the deceitful enticements of darkness. 15. And have shoes on that allow you to walk the talk of the wonderful message of a shared life with Jesus. We are literally walking in his shoes, standing where he stands and going where he goes. This prevents the enemy from getting us off track with his diversionary tactics. 16. Hold up the shield of faith with complete trust in God. That will stop any flaming missile that the devil hurls at you. The devil will manufacture the missiles of deceit and malice and aim them at us then fire them through the aggrieved heart of somebody else straight at our heart, where our deepest and most vulnerable feelings reside. Our faith that God knows our heart deflects those missiles and we can trust him to defend us. 17. Wear the crash-helmet of safety that protects your mind from darkness and deception and cut through the lying darkness with your spiritual sword, which is the Word of God. Our mind is the prime target in spiritual warfare, so we focus and affirm ourselves through his Word and then speak that into our hearts and then into the darkness, and the darkness has to flee. I want to just pass on to you now is how I like to treasure the present moment. I like to wake myself up to the fact that now is now, yesterday was yesterday, 10 minutes ago was 10 minutes ago and the future is in God's hands. Now is the hour, the day, the place that is of salvation - feeling safe - it is now. So what do I do with my mind in the present moment - what am I to think. I'll tell you what I think - I think ‘this moment Lord is not mine it's yours, you created this moment and you're the one that is actually reordering the entire universe, and you are reordering my world and my mind at this present moment. I don't want to frustrate that grace and fill it with stuff in my mind that's diversionary or negative or fearful or anxious. I'm going to give this moment to you - it's yours. But when I think that moment is mine I may start to think but this moment going to pass away - what happens when this moment is gone? Well what you do you is just say that in this moment I'm going to be looking forward expectantly to see you bringing your future with your good will for my life into my view, and so this moment is just going to have to expand until I see that and say thank you Lord. And I tell you that moment can be a very very long wonderful time! We are in charge of our minds but we practise that over and over again. We don't wait till we're in a crisis and say what was that I'm supposed to do again? No, I continue to get with God and start speaking about what am I doing with this moment now. Those 70 disciples were set out with discipline – so make that your priority to overcome evil. We are being sent out as his disciples with discipline and the first thing is an ordered mind - a disciplined mind. Paul wrote to Timothy and he said ‘God hasn't given you the spirit of fear but of power and of love and of an ordered mind'. Thank you Lord for giving us the fortress of your presence that we can overcome all darkness be in alignment with you and speak - and the enemy will flee - in Jesus' name. Amen.
This sermon was delivered by Pastor Cory Klein at New Hope Church of Oxford on April 27, 2025. The text of Scripture is Exodus 19.
Send us a messageIn 2 Peter, a glorious description is given of the Lord's “born again” offspringwho through His Blood Atonement Sacrifice on their behalf, have become “new creations” in Christ Jesus the Lord. They are His Blood-Bought redeemed ones who have been transferred from the realm of sin and darkness – and into God's Majestic Kingdom of Love, Life, and Eternal Life.In verses 9-10 it is written: “But you are a Chosen Race, a Royal Priesthood, A Holy Nation, a People for God's Own Possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him Who has called you out of darkness, and into His Marvelous Light.”Being reminded of our new divine nature that has been imputed to us in glorious Resurrection Power, underscores the necessity of our being separate from the world. And as the End of the Age draws nearer and the Rapture of God's redeemed one nearer still – that separation is becoming more pronounced.It is time to awaken – and Shine – for we are the only Light the darkened world has and we will be leaving soon!Support the showVisit our website: https://agapelightministries.com/
התוכן הוראה מחול המועד וערב יו"ט: יהודי, כחלק מ"גוי קדוש", נשלח למטה כדי לעשות את עניני "חול" לענינים הקשורים עם "מועד", ועד לעשותם חלק מיו"ט; הוראה מקריאת התורה של היום בענין פסח שני: כל נשמה רוצה למלאות רצונו ית' וצועקת בפנימיותה "למה נגרע?", וע"ז באה התשובה ש"עס איז ניטאָ קיין פאַרפאַלן!" ועד ש"יתרון האור מן החושך" וכו'; וכ"ז נעשה הכנה לימים האחרונים דחה"פ וכו'.שיחת יום ועש"ק, ד' דחול-המועד פסח, ערב שש"פ, כ' ניסן ה'תשמ"א, אחרי תפילת שחרית (מוסף), ב"זאַל" הקטן ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=18-04-2025 Synopsis A lesson from Chol Hamoed and Erev Shevi'i Shel Pesach: A Jew, as part of the “Holy Nation,” is sent down below in order to transform chol (mundane matters) into moed (holiness), and moreover, to elevate it to become Yom Tov. With regards to today's Torah reading, which discusses Pesach Sheini: every soul wants to fulfill Hashem's will, and cries out from its inner depths, “Why should we be excluded?” – to which the response is that es iz nitah kein farfalen (it's never too late). And in fact, there is an “advantage to light that comes from the darkness,” etc. All this serves as preparation for the last days of Pesach etc.Sichah of Friday, Erev Shevi'i Shel Pesach, 20 Nissan 5741, after Shacharis in the small zal. For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=18-04-2025 לזכות נחמה בת חי' שרה שתחי' וויינבוים ליום ההולדת שלה שביעי של פסחלשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות*לע"נ הת' יוסף יצחק ע"ה בן - יבלחט"א - ר' צבי זאב שי' זקלס ליום היארצייט שלו שביעי של פסח. ת.נ.צ.ב.ה.נדבת ר' מאיר שי' זקלס
1 Peter series message 9Text: I Peter 2:9-10Peter reaches to the Old Testament to form his descriptors of God's people, the church. Our purpose this side of Glory is to proclaim the Lord's excellencies as we have received mercy and been called out of darkness to His marvelous light.
What does it mean to be a chosen generation? Are you walking in your divine purpose? In this powerful message, Pastor Donnie McClurkin reminds us that we are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, and a holy nation (1 Peter 2:9), called to represent God's kingdom beyond earthly boundaries. Drawing from Joel 2:25, he reassures us that God will restore everything the enemy has stolen, providing for His people even in the face of trials. Pastor McClurkin also emphasizes the importance of generational unity, urging the younger generation to embrace their divine assignments while the older generation steps up to mentor and guide. Above all, he calls believers to prepare for the return of Jesus Christ by living holy lives and fulfilling their God-given purpose. Sermon Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:9; Joel 2:23-29; 1 Thessalonians 4:17 We stream live every Sunday at 11 am ET and every Wednesday at 8 pm ET. Visit our website: https://perfectingfaithchurch.com Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PerfectingFaithChurch/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfectingfaithchurch/ X: https://x.com/PFCNY Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perfectingfaithchurch
Send us a textGROW Greatness Reached over Oppression through Wisdom There are people who proclaim themselves Kings and Queens through inheritance, purchase and family ties here on EarthYou basically can Buy anything Except Love and money, they cannot buy HappinessGreatness Reached over Oppression through Wisdom will make you look at yourself We are the Peculiar People, the Holy NationWe are the Holy Nation the Bible speaks ofWe are the Birth of the Universe, in Spirit we are immortal, in Physical we shall One day give up the ghost and travel to the HostThe Real Kings and Queens of God's who are also God's Wake Up!The Original People- descendants of Royalty; the Birth of the Universe Created in the image of GodOf God in every sense of form and fashion But a mortal being, a Spirit living in the Physical RealmStill a Child of God, beneath no one
In this sermon, we explore the biblical understanding of taxes, Holy Spirit inspired work, and of the Sabbath rest. God defines, directs and controls each of these areas. If we give them over to the State, we not only put the State before God, but we are enslaved to it.
In this sermon on 1 Peter 2:9, Dave Rich emphasizes the Christian's identity and calling to proclaim His excellencies. He explains that believers are a chosen family, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and a people for God's own possession. This new identity empowers and obligates believers to proclaim His excellence in word and deed. Rich reminds us that who we are in Christ determines what we do for Christ. ★ Support this podcast ★
Exodus ch 19 vs 1-14 - Jay Atkins - Sunday, March 2, 2025
Exodus ch 19 vs 1-14 - Jay Atkins - Sunday, March 2, 2025
Every believer is God's choice of a kingdom priest and a holy nation. However, in sustaining this position, God's ultimately demands obedience to his commandments.
https://andrewhorval.substack.com/p/route-66-day-69Psalms 69 | John 1 | Exodus 19 | Job 36
Pastor Taylor continues in our series "ROYAL" with a message on who we are as the Priesthood, a Holy Nation, and how His mercy atones for us every day.Follow us on instagram @reallifechurchwa
Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 13:8-15a Andrew Zabel 02/09/2025
Class 5 from this series was used in GCT Episode 333.
When Peter refers to followers of Jesus as chosen, royal, and holy he does not do so to merely make them feel good about themselves. He is helping them understand that salvation comes with a vocation. In fact, the two are inseparable. Being God's people, priesthood, and nation is a lifestyle and a full-time job. What would […]
What does it mean that we are a holy nation? What is the meaning of 1 Peter 2:9?
Welcome to the inspiring book of Leviticus! Join us for this 16-part journey of discovery as we walk with the Israelites and learn the meaning of sacrifice and grace, purity and holiness, mercy and calling.The sermon today is titled "Holy Land, Holy Nation (Lev 25)." It is the fifteenth installment in our series "Pure & Holy." The Scripture reading is from Leviticus 25:1-55 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on September 8, 2024. All lessons fit under one of 5 broad categories: Begin, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):For this series, I am deeply indebted to Jay Sklar's website "OT Pentateuch" audio sermonsMark Booker, “Release and Restoration.” Sermon at Park Street Church (2/12/23)David Palmer, “The Holy Land." Sermon (11/15/15)Ephraim Radner, Leviticus (Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible)Samuel Ballentine, Leviticus (Interpretation)I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide and even kids notes on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.
The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Rev Sam Bostock conducts our Remembrance Sunday Service, and speaks on three words to associate with the Ten Commandments. Exodus 20 vs 1 - 21; Romans 13
Bart Box - Genesis 35-36
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Dr. Mark Dalbey 1 Peter 1:22-2:17 A sermon of Rocky Mountain Community Church, PCA in Billings, MT (11/3/2024)
The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Outline:IntroductionThe Gospel and AdamThe Gospel and AbrahamThe Gospel and IsaacThe Gospel and JacobConclusionCommissioningSaint Athanasius ChurchContra Mundum SwaggerVideo Version
The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Two thousand years ago, out of the fires of persecution and the blood of martyrs, arose the most diverse and dynamic family that the world has ever seen. Originally known as "The Way", this band of brothers and sisters discovered their true identity in their leader, Jesus of Nazareth, and after his death and resurrection, their movement multiplied exponentially as they welcomed men and women of every nation and race. Amidst this explosion, men like Simon Peter wrote letters to encourage other Christians as they faced pressure and hostility throughout the Roman Empire. Two millennia later, these letters continue to inspire followers of Christ in every corner of the world. Join The Story Church as we explore the letter known as 1 Peter on Sundays this fall (August 18-October 20) to discover our true identity and purpose together.
We are continuing our series through the book of first Peter today and Chris has a challenging, but great message for you today. We hope you take notes and put this into practice.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
We are continuing our series through the book of first Peter today and Chris has a challenging, but great message for you today. We hope you take notes and put this into practice.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Last week, Chris Dew spoke on a very difficult topic — politics. Today it's Myron's turn. Although he's not speaking on politics, today's message is just as challenging as last week's message. We hope you can listen with an open heart and mind, and be sensitive to the Holy Spirit speaking to you today. Here's Myron.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Today is, as Chris Dew calls it, a “spicy” message. We're jumping into politics today and it's probably going to be challenging for everyone. But let's all walk into this with an open mind and an open heart as we hear straight from God's word. Here's Chris.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Today, Pastor Chris is talking to us about our identity — our TRUE identity. There are so many of us that put our hope in the thing of this world, be it specific politicians, the constitution, our nation in general, or something else altogether. But Chris reminds us today that we are foreigners here, that this is not our true home. Listen in with an open mind and heart, and let these words challenge you today.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Loving other people is a difficult thing to do sometimes. There are so many opportunities to be offended and hurt by other's it's amazing that we can live any other way. But Peter says, because of our salvation, that we are to throw off all the things that keep us from loving people with a sincere love. That is exactly what Pastor Chris is speaking on today.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
We are continuing our series in 1 Peter today with a sermon on holiness. Now that's a word that will have different meanings for different people, but Pastor Chris is going to help us understand its true meaning and give us some “holiness traps” to avoid.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
We are blessed to have Chris Dew with us today. He has a fantastic sermon for us where he gets deep into how we live as Christians in our current culture, especially when the views of Christians and Christian ethics are moving from being honored to being viewed as harmful and oppressive. It's definitely a message you'll want to pay attention to and take notes. We hope it blesses you.The Vineyard Church Wheeling is now Newbridge Church! Our mission is to help people find and follow God. Led by Pastor Chris Figaretti, our Sunday services are held at the Capitol Theatre, in downtown Wheeling, WV. Make plans to join us: https://newbridgechurch.us/join-us.For more information or to plan a visit, check out newbridgechurch.usConnect with us:facebook.com/newbridgechurch.usinstagram.com/newbridgechurch.us
Dr Josh Howard, Pastor Jacob Tanner and Jon Wright respond to Dr Owen Strachan's latest article One "Holy Nation" In Christ, a critique of Christian Nationalism, Doug Wilson, Stephen Wolfe and more.One Holy Nation In Christ full article
Living For Something Greater Philippians 3:20-21 (ESV)“our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.”John 18:35-36 (ESV)“'Your own nation and the chief priests have delivered you over to me. What have you done?' Jesus answered, ‘My kingdom is not of this world. If my kingdom were of this world, my servants would have been fighting, that I might not be delivered over to the Jews. But my kingdom is not from the world.'” John 17:14-16 (ESV)“I have given them your word, and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one. They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.”Matthew 6:9-10 (KJV)“Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.”1 Peter 1:1 (ESV)“To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion…” 1 Peter 2:9-11 (NASB)“But you are A CHOSEN PEOPLE, a royal PRIESTHOOD, A HOLY NATION, A PEOPLE FOR God's OWN POSESSION, so that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; for you once were NOT A PEOPLE, but now you are THE PEOPLE OF GOD; you had NOT RECEIVED MERCY, but now you have RECEIVED MERCY.Beloved, I urge you as foreigners and strangers”Hebrews 11:13 (NASB)“All these died in faith, without receiving the promises, but having seen and welcomed them from a distance, and having confessed that they were strangers and exiles on the earth.”Hebrews 11:10 (NASB)“for he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose architect and builder is God.”2 Corinthians 5:20 (ESV)“we are ambassadors for Christ”Philippians 3:20 (NASB)“For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ”1 John 3:2-3 (NASB)“we know that when He appears, we will be like Him, because we will see Him just as He is. And everyone who has this hope set on Him purifies himself, just as He is pure.”