Podcast appearances and mentions of Jesus Lives

Colossians 1:13-23 // Jonathan NeefExplore the profound message of Colossians 1:13-23 and the reality that Jesus lives. This sermon offers insights into redemption, forgiveness, and the hope we have through Christ's victory over death. Join us as we celebrate the cornerstone of our faith and its ongoing significance for our lives today.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49420552PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2542/responses/new25.04.20

Colossians 1:13-23 // Ben BeasleyExplore the profound message of Colossians 1:13-23 and the reality that Jesus lives. This sermon offers insights into redemption, forgiveness, and the hope we have through Christ's victory over death. Join us as we celebrate the cornerstone of our faith and its ongoing significance for our lives today.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49420553PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2509/responses/new25.04.20

The resurrection of Jesus is the exclamation point at the end of this gracious promise from God: You sins have been paid for and death has been defeated! Pastor Andrew Hussman is here to take us through Matthew's account of the resurrection and the glorious words of Isaiah 12. 

Colossians 1:13-23 // Gabriel CoyleExplore the profound message of Colossians 1:13-23 and the reality that Jesus lives. This sermon offers insights into redemption, forgiveness, and the hope we have through Christ's victory over death. Join us as we celebrate the cornerstone of our faith and its ongoing significance for our lives today.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49420554PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2553/responses/new25.04.20

Colossians 1:13-23 // Bill GormanExplore the profound message of Colossians 1:13-23 and the reality that Jesus lives. This sermon offers insights into redemption, forgiveness, and the hope we have through Christ's victory over death. Join us as we celebrate the cornerstone of our faith and its ongoing significance for our lives today.SERMON NOTES (YouVersion): https://bible.com/events/49420555PRAYER REQUESTS: https://ccefc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2546/responses/new25.04.20

 JESUS: Like No OtherAn empty tomb means eternal life.Series: JESUS: Like No OtherSpeaker: Jeremy NortonScripture: Luke 24:1-12 (ESV)#jesuslives #victory #jesusvictory #emptytomb #holyweek #eternallife #jesusSupport the show

BY FAITH - Jesus Lives! #Easter

Want to make Easter day the most joyful, faith-filled celebration of the year? In this episode, we're sharing simple ways to start & finish the day focused on Jesus—without adding stress to your day. ✅ Start with Sunrise Worship – Ideas for family prayer, praise, and Scripture reading. ✅ Resurrection Breakfast – Fun, hands-on ways to connect faith and food. ✅ Jesus-Centered Easter Traditions – Balancing egg hunts with a resurrection focus. ✅ A Simple Easter Challenge – Encourage kids to share the Gospel!

This episode continues the "What is Chastity?" series, diving deeper into Andrew's journey as he explores the transformative power of the Real Meal. Drawing from his own experience, Andrew reflects on his confirmation as a Catholic, describing it as a challenging adventure. He speaks candidly about the stability and strength he found in the historic Church.   By tying the power of the Eucharist (the Real Meal) to his personal quest to becoming chaste, Andrew emphasizes how this Holy Communion is the bedrock of human integration.   Purchase your SIGNED copy during Lent 2025 for only $2 (shipping not included)!   https://www.shopdesertstream.org/product-page/rediscovering-our-lost-fullness

Frontière Rock 22h minuit chaque mardi soir de 22h à minuit, plongez dans l'univers sombre et alternatif de la musique Dark, Alternative, Post Punk, Coldwave, Gothic Rock, Darkwave, Deathrock, New Wave, Dark Punk, Shoegaze... Ré écoutez l'émission Dark pour la rentrée de l'émission pour sa 10ème Saison Radiophonique du mardi 21 Janvier 2025 qui monte en cliquant sur le lien ci dessus. Animée par Dark Jérôme, cette émission vous fera découvrir des nouveautés récentes des meilleurs groupes et artistes de la scène underground, ainsi que les classiques du genre. Ce soir La Frontière reçoit en entretien cold le groupe Jesus Lives in Vegas pour son nouvel album Joy or Sorrow sortie sur les 2 labels Trinity webzine & Meidosem Records co-production avec Masse Noire Records. Et pour continuer en beauté, écoutez la chronique Ma Discothèque Vinyle indispensable, où Jean-Marc vous présentera un album culte ou rare qu'il a déniché dans sa collection personnelle de vinyles. Frontière Rock 22h midnight every Tuesday evening from 22h to midnight, dive into the dark and alternative world of Dark, Alternative, Post Punk, Coldwave, Gothic Rock, Darkwave, Deathrock, New Wave, Dark Punk, Shoegaze music... Listen again to the Dark show for the start of the show for its 10th Radiophonic Season on Tuesday, January 21th, 2025, which is coming up by clicking on the link above. Hosted by Dark Jérôme, this show will introduce you to recent new releases from the best bands and artists on the underground scene, as well as classics of the genre. This evening La Frontière welcomes the group Jesus Lives in Vegas for a cold interview for their new album Joy or Sorrow released on the 2 labels Trinity webzine & Meidosem Records co-production with Masse Noire Records. Don't miss the announcement of the week's concerts, concocted by our Dénicheur Jean-Marc, who will reveal the dates and places where you can attend live performances by the bands you love. And to continue in style, listen to the column Ma Discothèque Vinyle indispensable, where Jean-Marc will present a cult or rare album that he found in his personal vinyl collection. Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/jesuslivesinvegas insta : https://www.instagram.com/jesuslivesinvegas Labels : https://massenoirerecords.bandcamp.com/album/joy-or-sorrow & https://meidosemrecords.bandcamp.com/album/joy-or-sorrow Bandcamp : https://jesuslivesinvegas.bandcamp.com/album/joy-or-sorrow linktr : https://linktr.ee/jesuslivesin VIDEO : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LyA8Unka6Nw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaiPtO1aYaA Station: ATTITUDE Date: 21/01/2025 Slot: 22h Hour Performer Title Tuesday 22:00:00 Tuesday 22:02:20 Pornographie Exclusive Wanderlust Tuesday 22:05:01 Promaja A Call To Arms Tuesday 22:08:34 THE CALM GREY The Mystery Tuesday 22:11:38 Sacred Legion (Crawl) Into The Fire (Feat. Matteo Bracaglia) Tuesday 22:15:07 Spare Skin Keep Calm Tuesday 22:20:21 Piel De Lana Peso En El Alma Tuesday 22:24:06 Liight Self Destruct Tuesday 22:28:32 Ductape Blue Black Tuesday 22:33:47 Liminal prison Linceul Tuesday 22:37:20 Anders Manga Crematia Tuesday 22:56:10 Jesus Lives In Vegas Lovin' You Station: ATTITUDE Date: 21/01/2025 Slot: 23h Hour Performer Title Tuesday 23:00:00 Tuesday 23:04:00 Lowlife As It Happens Tuesday 23:09:44 Kite Heartless Places Tuesday 23:13:50 Patrik Adolfsson Haters, Fuck Off Tuesday 23:17:29 The Dark Shadows Alien Movies (Live) Tuesday 23:20:54 The Shallows Soft Night Tuesday 23:26:42 Ash Code Living For The Sound Tuesday 23:30:21 Aven Graph Lost Tuesday 23:33:17 Endelos Crashed Bones Tuesday 23:36:38 Hideous Empire Bajo la Luna Negra Tuesday 23:41:51 The Slashes Three Sisters Tuesday 23:45:09 The Occasion Last Goodbye Tuesday 23:48:50 Das Kelzer Supplications In Prayer Tuesday 23:52:09 THE GHOST OF BELA LUGOSI Nosferatu Tuesday 23:57:31 OTIUM Le noir te va si bien Frontière Rock 100% Underground

How wonderful is it that God thought of you as Christ was dying on the cross? He loves sinners so much, even those who had yet to be born.

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While Josh is outrageously away on holiday, Boyd is joined by Alan Alger for one of their occasional “Dot & Ethel”-style two-hander episodes to discuss the double triumph over Palace, the remarkable comeback of Jesus, the Saka injury blow and marks out of 10 for Mikel Arteta's first five years as Arsenal boss. arsenalpodcast.net  @arsenalpodcast  Produced by Josh Landy  Engineered by Leon Gorman  A Playback Media Production  playbackmedia.co.uk  Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DATE: November 17, 2024SERIES: Kingdom VictoryTITLE: Jesus LivesTEXT: Matthew 28:1-15BIG IDEA: Jesus conquered death for us.SERMON NOTES: http://tiny.cc/notes20241117GROUPS QUESTIONS: http://tiny.cc/notes20241117RESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

DATE: November 17, 2024SERIES: Kingdom VictoryTITLE: Jesus LivesTEXT: Matthew 28:1-15BIG IDEA: Jesus conquered death for us.SERMON NOTES: http://tiny.cc/notes20241117GROUPS QUESTIONS: http://tiny.cc/notes20241117RESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

Jesus keeps a super important promise! In last week's message Jesus died, but now He livesagain. Find out who else has come alive again as well as what animal seems to come to lifeagain after a LONG sleep. Mem. vs. John 11:25.Child helpers: Eliisa, Elijah, Emma, and Heidi.Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. LarsonDon't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website:www.startingwithjesus.comThe Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used withpermission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-orcall 1-877-242-5317.If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita HillsStore (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=).Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, NewSabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs ForJesus, and Scripture Songs and Little LessonsAll Bible verses are from the NKJV.Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy NelsonEditing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh LarsonMusic Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy HallColoring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie RodriguezTheme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.comGod: who gives talents for us to use for Him

110//  The Best News Ever: Jesus Lives! Mark 16 In this episode, we wrap up the Mark series with the miraculous story of Jesus' resurrection from the dead. Jesus' rising from the grave is the ultimate victory over sin and death, giving us hope and the promise of eternal life. We explore how the women at the tomb reacted, the angel's message of hope, and what it means for us today. This episode invites us to celebrate the joy of Jesus' victory and live with confidence, knowing that we are loved by a risen Savior who will one day return.   Key Points for Kids: - Jesus' resurrection means that death is not the end—it's a new beginning.   - The empty tomb shows that Jesus is alive, just like He promised.   - The angel told the women not to be afraid, reminding us to trust God even when we're scared.   - Jesus' resurrection assures us that we can have eternal life with Him.   - Because Jesus is alive, we can live with joy and hope every day. Do you have a question for Rachael? Maybe you have questions about God, the Bible, or something you heard on the podcast. Go ahead and leave me a message! And who knows, you may even hear yourself on a future episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/HearingJesusforKids   You can find the Family Discussion Guide that covers today's content on our Patreon: patreon.com/HearingJesus   The Hearing Jesus for Kids Podcast is a companion to the Hearing Jesus Podcast. Learn more at shehears.org Hey friends, welcome to the Hearing Jesus for Kids Podcast!   Do you ever feel like you want to know more about the Bible but that it's kind of hard to understand? Do you want to share your faith with your friends but have a hard time figuring out how to do that? Do you want to learn how to connect the Bible to your real life? Well then, this is the show for you.   My name is Rachael, and I am your host. I have been a Children's Pastor for a long time, and one of my favorite things is helping kids learn how to understand the Bible. I think that sometimes people think that the Bible is just for adults, but God actually really wants kids to know about Him. So, on this podcast, we are going to learn all about God's Big Story and how he shows Himself to us through the Bible. As we learn together what the stories in the Bible mean, we can learn how to live out our faith in our everyday lives. 

How wonderful is it that God thought of you as Christ was dying on the cross? He loves sinners so much, even those who had yet to be born.

The resurrection of Jesus transforms despair into joy. Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and other women who followed Jesus, go to His tomb early in the morning and find it empty. They hear from angels that He is risen. Jesus then reveals Himself to disciples on the road to Emmaus and later to the apostles, proving His resurrection by showing His wounds and eating with them. He explains how the Scriptures foretold His death and resurrection, and then ascends to heaven, leaving His disciples rejoicing and praising God and waiting for his return.  The Rev. Ryan Kleimola, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Toledo, OH, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Luke 23:50-24:53.  The Gospel of Luke, filled with rich narratives and detailed accounts, offers an inspired and historical perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus. Emphasizing Jesus' concern for the poor, outcasts, and social justice, this Gospel narrates parables and miracles that underscore the theme of God's salvation for all people. Luke's account is unique in its inclusion of the birth of John the Baptist, the parable of the Good Samaritan, and the story of the Prodigal Son, culminating in a vivid portrayal of Jesus' death and resurrection, affirming the universal offer of redemption. This Gospel serves as an invitation to understand the depth of God's love and the breadth of His grace extended to humanity through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.

Series: N/AService: Lord's Supper EulogyType: EulogySpeaker: Ralph Walker

Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today's prayerful thought based on the day's Scripture readings.

How wonderful is it that God thought of you as Christ was dying on the cross? He loves sinners so much, even those who had yet to be born.

Jesus Lives. This means everything we face is worth it. Even if we cannot see it now, it will all make sense when we see the Lord. We dig into 1 Peter 1:3-9 to see how the resurrection of Jesus should empower us to face difficulties.

1 John 2:27 As for you, the anointing which you received from Him abides in you, and you have no need for anyone to teach you; but as His anointing teaches you about all things, and is true and is not a lie, and just as it has taught you, you abide in Him. Hopefully you remember that in verse 20, John wrote, “You have an anointing from the Holy One,” which referred to the ministry of the Holy Spirit. In this verse, we learn that his readers actively received or embraced the Holy Spirit's ministry. He said that this ministry abides and continues to abide in them perpetually. This anointing from God, the Holy Spirit, taught them to abide in, remain in, and receive life in Jesus in all circumstances and relationships. Living with Jesus is a reality. In Him is life. This is not a lie. Certainly John learned this from Jesus' teaching recorded in John 14:15-17. “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever; that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it does not see Him or know Him, but you know Him because He abides with you and will be in you.” Then verse 26. “But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said to you.” The apostle Paul put it this way to the Galatians 5:16, “Walk by the Spirit,” and in 5:25, "If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit.” The abiding presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives reveals “the strength of His might which He brought about in Christ, when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all (Eph. 1:19b-23). Let me encourage us with this summary of the truth of what John wrote. We have the living and enthroned Son of God, Jesus Christ, dwelling within us who will teach, guide, and fill us with His life. We have everything we need in Him in any situation or relationship to trust and love with Him. We don't need any other knowledge about this world to live in His purpose, fullness, and confidence. When we abide in Jesus and live to love with Him, we testify that He is the true and eternal life.

Order of Service: - Prelude - Responsory: P: Alleluia! Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us. Alleluia! C: Sing aloud to God our strength, make a joyful shout to the God of Jacob. P: O heavenly Father: Chiefly are we bound to praise You for the glorious resurrection of Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord; C: For He is the very Paschal Lamb, which was offered for us and has taken away the sins of the world. P: By His death he has destroyed death. C: And by His rising to life again He has restored to us everlasting life. All: Alleluia! Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us. Alleluia! - Hymn 340 - Alleluia! Jesus Lives!: vv. 1, 2, 4, 6 - Acts 1:3, 21-22: After his suffering, (Jesus) presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. ... In those days Peter stood up among the believers... and said, “Therefore it is necessary to choose one of the men who have been with us the whole time the Lord went in and out among us, beginning from John's baptism to the time when Jesus was taken up from us. For one of these must become a witness with us of the resurrection.” (NIV) - Prayer - Hymn 350 - He's Risen, He's Risen, Christ Jesus, the Lord - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)

Order of Service: - Prelude - Responsory: P: Alleluia! Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us. Alleluia! C: Sing aloud to God our strength, make a joyful shout to the God of Jacob. P: O heavenly Father: Chiefly are we bound to praise You for the glorious resurrection of Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord; C: For He is the very Paschal Lamb, which was offered for us and has taken away the sins of the world. P: By His death he has destroyed death. C: And by His rising to life again He has restored to us everlasting life. All: Alleluia! Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us. Alleluia! - Hymn 340 - Alleluia! Jesus Lives!: vv. 1, 2, 4, 6 - Acts 1:3, 21-22: After his suffering, (Jesus) presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. ... In those days Peter stood up among the believers... and said, “Therefore it is necessary to choose one of the men who have been with us the whole time the Lord went in and out among us, beginning from John's baptism to the time when Jesus was taken up from us. For one of these must become a witness with us of the resurrection.” (NIV) - Prayer - Hymn 350 - He's Risen, He's Risen, Christ Jesus, the Lord - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)

Order of Service: - Prelude - Responsory: P: Alleluia! Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us. Alleluia! C: Sing aloud to God our strength, make a joyful shout to the God of Jacob. P: O heavenly Father: Chiefly are we bound to praise You for the glorious resurrection of Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord; C: For He is the very Paschal Lamb, which was offered for us and has taken away the sins of the world. P: By His death he has destroyed death. C: And by His rising to life again He has restored to us everlasting life. All: Alleluia! Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us. Alleluia! - Hymn 340 - Alleluia! Jesus Lives!: vv. 1, 2, 4, 6 - Acts 1:3, 21-22: After his suffering, (Jesus) presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. ... In those days Peter stood up among the believers... and said, “Therefore it is necessary to choose one of the men who have been with us the whole time the Lord went in and out among us, beginning from John's baptism to the time when Jesus was taken up from us. For one of these must become a witness with us of the resurrection.” (NIV) - Prayer - Hymn 350 - He's Risen, He's Risen, Christ Jesus, the Lord - Blessing - Postlude Service Participants: Chaplain Don Moldstad (Preacher), Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Organist)

Why would the writers of the gospels include embarrassing details, accounts from people who, in their time, people wouldn't want to listen too?

Dr. Arthur Just of Concordia Theological Seminary-Ft. Wayne, IN Heaven on Earth: The Gifts of Christ in the Divine Service Concordia Commentary: Luke 1:1-9:50 Concordia Commentary: Luke 9:50-24:53 The post 0932. Encore: The Easter Hymn, “Jesus Lives! The Victory's Won”- Dr. Arthur Just, 4/2/24 first appeared on Issues, Etc..

What do you do when the season you're in feels more like disappointment, despair, and defeat? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Bryan shares with us how Easter has not only changed history, but is also a lot more personal. “Jesus Lives” is only the first part of the greatest message!Support the show

There's no forgiveness of sins apart from shed blood. Jesus loves us so much he became our sin so we could become the righteousness of God. Resurrection Service 2024. If you prayed to repent of sin and make Jesus the Lord of your life text "Jesus" to 817-405-2244 and complete the form so we can pray for your new walk with God. For more information on our church community and to learn how you can get involved, visit our website at https://uncommonchurch.tv Have a prayer request? We would love to partner with you in prayer! Let us know how we can be praying with you by filling out a connect card https://uncommonchurch.tv/connect  

Organic Gospel - Week 3 - Easter - Jesus Lives by The Summit Church

March 31, 2024 AM Service

Pastor Darian A. Regan | Series -Jesus Lives series week 3 Sermon : Jesus Lives Believe It Or Not To connect with us on all social media platforms visit us at https://linktr.ee/NACFAliante Ways to give tithes and offerings Website https://www.Newantioch-Aliante.org (click donate tab) Text ‘Newantioch' to 77977 Cash app https://cash.app/$NewAAliante Mail in : NACF Aliante 2550 Nature Park Drive #100 N.Las Vegas ,NV 89084 For more info and to join our Church Newantioch-Aliante.org Are you looking for a church home? Central Campus 2917 W. Washing service times 9am on Sundays Aliante Campus 2550 Nature Park Drive suite 100 N.Las Vegas,Nv 89084

Happy Easter Y'all! Christ has risen! You will not find any bones, but you will find an empty tomb! Remember as you sit down for easter dinner, watch the kids hunt easter eggs, and hand out easter baskets that we are and should be celebrating the fact that Jesus LIVES! 

Jesus Lives In Comunity | Pastor Sharonda Manor-Foster by Senior Pastor Naida M. Parson Phd.

Jesus Lives In ME. (Jesus Lives part 2) Senior Pastor Naida M .Parson Jesus takes residence in us once we accept HIM as our saviour. even when our spiritual houses are a mess he still accepts us 'As Is'. To connect with us on all social media platforms visit us at https://linktr.ee/NACFAliante Ways to give tithes and offerings Website https://www.Newantioch-Aliante.org (click donate tab) Text ‘Newantioch' to 77977 Cash app https://cash.app/$NewAAliante Mail in : NACF Aliante 2550 Nature Park Drive #100 N.Las Vegas ,NV 89084 For more info and to join our Church Newantioch-Aliante.org

Jesus died for our sins but he lives on in each of us once we are born again. Jesus Lives Week 1 Senior Pastor Naida M .Parson Visit us at https://ww.Newantioch-Aliante.org

"Father Damien was a priest who became famous for his willingness to serve lepers. He moved to Kalawao—a village on the island of Molokai, in Hawaii, that had been quarantined to serve as a leper colony. For 16 years, he lived in their midst. He learned to speak their language. He bandaged their wounds, embraced the bodies no one else would touch, preached to hearts that would otherwise have been left alone. He organized schools, bands, and choirs. He built homes so that the lepers could have shelter. He built 2,000 coffins by hand so that, when they died, they could be buried with dignity. Slowly, it was said, Kalawao became a place to live rather than a place to die, for Father Damien offered hope. Father Damien was not careful about keeping his distance. He did nothing to separate himself from his people. He dipped his fingers in the poi bowl along with the patients. He shared his pipe. He did not always wash his hands after bandaging open sores. He got close. For this, the people loved him. Then one day he stood up and began his sermon with two words: "We lepers…." Now he wasn't just helping them. Now he was one of them. From this day forward, he wasn't just on their island; he was in their skin. First he had chosen to live as they lived; now he would die as they died. Now they were in it together. One day God came to Earth and began his message: "We lepers…." Now he wasn't just helping us. Now he was one of us. Now he was in our skin. Now we were in it together." ~ John Ortberg, God Is Closer Than You Think Why did Father Damian give his life in service to the people on the island of Kalawao? He did so because that was the example set for him...and all Christians by Jesus himself.   "For even the Son of man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." ~ Mark 10:45 More then any word Jesus spoke, it was his actions of serving that have most impacted each of us. It was Francis of Assisi who said, "Preach the gospel at all times; if necessary, use words." When each of us begins to model the actions of King Jesus in our neighborhoods, our lives and our neighborhoods, literally begin to change.  ‌ Also, there is one more biblical truth you need to be reminded of: Jesus lives in your neighborhood; he lives in the form of that person who needs to be helped by you, who needs to be served by you. Jesus is the lonely kid who just needs somebody to play catch with him. Jesus is the elderly widow who is dying of loneliness. Jesus is that young couple who would give anything for a person with a healthy marriage to come over and encourage them and say, "You know what? You can make it through this. It's okay. We'll help you." ‌ Jesus said: "Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did it for me." ~ Matthew 25:40   Jesus Christ is in your neighborhood, and he's waiting for you to reach out and serve him. He's waiting for you to choose to be a servant, not to serve just when it's convenient, but to serve because you are his disciple. To learn more about what this looks like in your life, give a listen to part seven of Come, Follow, Me.

Sermon Text: Matthew 6:25-34

How wonderful is it that God thought of you as Christ was dying on the cross? He loves sinners so much, even those who had yet to be born.

What a joy to come together with you this morning as Pastor Dale kicked off our new series, Honest Advent. In this Christmas season, we will look at the birth of Jesus with honesty, staring at the very humanity of Advent. As Paul famously wrote, “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.” - Philippians 2:5-7Advent is the literal story of "becoming human." Throughout our series, we will explore that humanity and be given the opportunity to enter into a deeper intimacy with the one whom we celebrate and anticipate returning again. Pastor Dale began our series today as we stared together at something right in the middle of the Advent story, fear. We see Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and even Herod experiencing fear. Fear is an emotion God created in us and there is both reason and purpose for it. In scripture, when God says, “Do not fear,” he is not commanding us to shut off a part of our brain. God wants us to wrestle with what we do with the fear. While fear is real and can be paralyzing and powerful, God is more powerful. Experiencing fear might not be the problem, it could just be that we are trying to fight it or simply denying it. When life is out of control, fear says: “Life is happening to me.” Trust starts to develop by seeing, “God is forming me into something better than I could imagine.” Courage says, "I refuse to miss out on what God wants to do in me, my relationships, my family, and my life." In reality, Advent is a master class in courage. A beautiful quote from Jesus Lives, by Sarah Young, was read over us during our response time. We invite you to read it again:“Most of your fear stems from pondering bad things that could happen, leaving me out of that imaginary scenario. This is a very harmful practice; it's also an exercise in unreality. Although your future stretches all the way into eternity, there is not even one second that I will be absent from you. Whenever your mind wanders into the future, make the effort to include me in that imagery. See me helping you, strengthening you, encouraging you. Instead of being intimidated by tough times ahead, view them as adventures that you and I together can handle." – Jesus Lives, by Sarah Young

Jesus keeps a super important promise! In last week's message Jesus died, but now He lives again. Find out who else has come alive again as well as what animal seems to come to life again after a LONG sleep. Mem. vs. John 11:25. Child helpers: Eliisa, Elijah, Emma, and Heidi.Recorded and produced by: Ashley B. LarsonDon't forget to check out the coloring pages that go along with each lesson! https://startingwithjesus.com/spb-cp/If you have enjoyed this program and would like to know more, go to our website: www.startingwithjesus.comThe Bible and nature story material used in today's devotional podcast has been used with permission from My Bible First. If you would like your own copy, please visit their website-or call 1-877-242-5317.If you would like to purchase your own Memory Verse CD or Songbook, go to Ouachita Hills Store (https://www.ouachitahillsacademy.org/store?page=1&store_category_id=0&sort_by=title&is_ascending=1&search=).If you would like to purchase the full Scripture Songs and Little Lessons CD, go to thehomeplace.org.Songs from: Little Voices Praise Him, SDA Hymnal, Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, New Sabbath Songs For Tiny Tots, Memory Verse Verse Songs for Cradle Roll, Children's Songs For Jesus, and Scripture Songs and Little LessonsAll Bible verses are from the NKJV.Singers for this Quarter: Tory, Caleb, and Enoch Hall, Hudson Reeves, Michael and Amy NelsonEditing assist: Dillon Austin and Josh LarsonMusic Recording and Editing: Rachel Nelson and Kristy HallColoring Pages: Rachel Lamming, Lily Canada, and Evie RodriguezTheme Music: Lindsey Mills- www.lindseymillsmusic.com God: who gives talents for us to use for Him