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Dr. Don Trest continues teaching from the Apostle John. Today's passage begins in 1 John 3:7-8. Pastor Don starts to ask questions and build a framework from the scripture to teach on this vital subject.bfc4u.org, facebook.com/bfc4u

Hey there! Ready to add some flavor to your day? In this episode of 'Relish,' Rowan Miller and Don Patterson delve into some mind-boggling Old Testament tales that'll leave you scratching your head and pondering life's deeper questions. Ever wonder why God almost killed Moses for not circumcising his son? Or the intriguing story behind Lot's wife and her infamous glance back at Sodom and Gomorrah? We've got you covered! Join us for a laid-back discussion full of laughter, insights, and the kind of storytelling that might just spice up your outlook on some of these classic biblical narratives. Don't miss it!   Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish 

Pastor Don share that though this life is filled with suffering, our hope is in the future we will share with our Heavenly Father.

Pastor Don talks to us about the impact intentional impartation can have for generations, in this special Mothers Day message.

The Sower, The Seed, and The Soil Pt. 1 (2025-5-7) Live Wednesday Evening Service with Pastor Curtis, Pastor Don, and Pastor Andrew

The Sower, The Seed, and The Soil Pt. 1 (2025-5-7) Live Wednesday Evening Service with Pastor Curtis, Pastor Don, and Pastor Andrew

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Welcome to another insightful episode of our podcast! Join Rowan and Don as they dive into intriguing topics, featuring a blend of humor and wisdom. Today, they're unraveling the delicate balance between outer beauty and true inner grace, exploring Biblical insights on modesty and its timeless relevance. Moreover, we journey through the tumultuous encounters of David and delve into thought-provoking discussions on ethics, righteousness, and the consequences of ignoring divine guidance. The passionate chats promise to add a dash of spice to your day, sparking reflection and revelation in equal measure. As always, your input adds sparkle to our conversations, so keep those questions coming! Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish 

Pastor Don shares about the battle we all face between following God or our flesh.

Pastor Don Duncan returned to the pulpit last Sunday to wrap up our Foundations of Faith series with his message, “The Name of Jesus.” Pastor Don explained that because God sent His son to live on earth as both the Son of God and the Son of Man, we can experience His power because of Jesus' spirit that lives in our hearts.#HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 4-13-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey there, friend! Welcome back to another lively episode of Relish, where we sprinkle a bit of flavor and zest into your life. Today, we're diving into some hefty topics, yet keeping it light-hearted as we explore the concept of the "God of the Gaps" - could all theology just be filling in the scientific blanks? Rowan is on a roll with some deep questions, all unprepared yet tackled with authenticity and humor by Don. Join us as we dig into why the Bible is interpreted in so many ways. Is it our filters? Our experiences? Find out how Don navigates these questions with personal wisdom and insights that make you rethink things. Also, ever wondered why God is described as a jealous God and how we, as mere mortals, walk with the spiritual authority granted by Him? It's a fascinating conversation that tackles envy, divine constancy, and what it means to truly follow your faith. Plus, some great advice for those considering a gap year or entering college! Let us know what you think, drop your questions, and who knows, maybe they'll be featured in our next episode. Thanks for tuning in – until next time, keep the faith alive and flavorful!   Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish   

April 21, 2025, | Pastor Don Dixon Please note that we lost the original recording of Pastor Don and got creative with AI voiceovers. To help support this ministry, donate by texting the number: 704-445-5353, or online using the "Tithely" App, & give to "First Church Charlotte", or by going to "give" at the website: https://firstchurchclt.com/ Breakthrough on Mondays at 7pm: https://meet.google.com/ppj-surc-zvt Stay Connected Women's Bible Study on Tuesdays at 7pm: https://meet.google.com/zss-cuin-buw Connect on Wednesdays at 7pm: https://meet.google.com/cds-mmwh-tzk?pli=1 House to house On Thursdays at 7pm: https://meet.google.com/vnq-txun-ozr If you are in the Charlotte, NC area, allow us to host you at: 4929 N Sharon Amity Rd. Charlotte, NC 28205 (704) 535-1000

We're diving deep into some thought-provoking questions—like why Jesus didn't just stick around to fix our worldly messes. Spoiler alert: He's got bigger plans, and it's all to do with the Holy Spirit! Ever wondered why there are so many other religions if the Bible is the ultimate truth? Listen in as they explore the uniqueness of a God who comes alongside us, giving of Himself rather than demanding from us. It's a refreshing perspective that highlights what makes Christianity stand out in a world full of faiths. And oh, translations! Why are there so many versions of the Bible, and how do they shape our understanding? So grab a seat, lend an ear, and let's get enlightened together. Enjoy the conversation! Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish   

Hey friend! Imagine adding a bit of spice to your day—we've got just the thing for you. Dive into a chat where we unravel the intriguing mysteries of dinosaurs in the Bible. Yes, you read that right! It's an adventure full of fascinating insights and delightful "aha" moments. But that's not all; we navigate the rocky yet fulfilling path of faith. It's honest, real, and sometimes even a bit tough. But through it all, there's joy and a dash of humor. Whether you're pondering life's big questions or just curious about some quirky Biblical trivia, you're in the right place. So kick back, relax, and enjoy this refreshing dose of inspiration and curiosity. You're going to love this!

Hey there, friends! This week, Rowan and Don dive into some meaningful conversations sparked by the curious minds at Hillcrest Academy. From navigating the unexpected twists on his path to becoming a pastor, Don shares how a moment of divine clarity changed his life's trajectory.  The episode also delves deep into the realities of witchcraft and spiritual warfare in the modern world. If you've ever wondered about the presence of dark forces and how prayer can be a powerful tool against them, this one's for you!  Towards the end, we also unravel some mysteries from the book of Revelation, discussing what being prepared truly means in an ever-changing world.  Tune in and let's explore these timeless questions together! Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish  #SpiritualWarfare  #FaithOverFear #JesusIsLord #SpiritualBattle #ChristianFaith #HolySpirit #ArmorOfGod #PrayerWarrior #DeliveranceMinistry #WitchcraftExposed #GodsPower #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #FaithAndFreedom #KingdomOfGod #BiblicalTruth #VictoryInChrist #FaithInAction #ChristiansAgainstWitchcraft

Pastor Don Duncan continues the series Foundations of Faith with his message titled Speak The Word. Pastor Don uses Ezekiel 37 to illustrate the power of God's word. When we find ourselves confronted with dry bones in our lives, we often don't know what to say. Pastor Don urges us to use scripture to speak to the dead places in our lives, and to use the power and authority our relationship with Jesus carries to see them come alive. #HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 3-30-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 Rowan and Don explore how Christian practices can impact relationships and how faith is shared across diverse cultures and communities. Discover intriguing discussions like the challenge of spreading the Gospel to all nations, and how even languages without written scripture find hope. You'll hear about the importance of sharing faith with future generations, ensuring that the essence of the Gospel is known and understood. Plus, get inspired by the power of memorized scripture—an essential tool not just for spiritual growth but also as a source of comfort during life's trials. Join us on this enlightening journey and find out how faith can offer hope in unexpected ways.   Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish 

Pastor Don Duncan continues the series Foundations of Faith with his message titled Seated with Him. Pastor Don delves into Ephesians chapter 1 and teaches us that through our belief and relationship with Jesus, we are seated with him in heavenly places. When we say yes to a relationship with the Lord and live our lives as a part of his church, we are gifted with the authorly God carries in the spiritual realm AND the same power that resurrected Jesus from the grave. Equipped with these gifts we can fulfil God's plan for our lives here on Earth! #HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 3-23-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this episode, we explore how different books—geography, philosophy, and yes, the Bible—stack up when it comes to what they mean for us today. You might be surprised by how they all add value in their unique ways!  We also touch on the intriguing topic of why believers' baptism holds significance in the Anabaptist and Mennonite traditions. It's fascinating how history intertwines with faith! And ever pondered about doing good for the right or the wrong reasons? We discuss how intentions matter in spirituality, with some insights from Biblical scriptures that shed light on this. So, grab a cup of your favorite drink, sit back, and enjoy our chat. We promise it's as comforting as catching up with a good friend. Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish   

Today, We're unpacking some thoughts about life, death, and what happens beyond—the kind of conversation where you find yourself nodding along and saying, “Oh, I hadn't thought about it that way!” It's like trying to piece together a spiritual puzzle with friends.  Join us as we explore the depths of Old and New Testament teachings, how they tie into our lives today, and what it really means for us and our future. We're on this journey together, learning about eternal life and how the cross connects us all. Let's see how it spices up our day.  Thanks for tuning in, and remember, it's all good stuff, just like our times together. Until next time, stay curious and keep those questions coming!

Pastor Don gives kicks off a new series with his message titled Power and Authority. Pastor Don preaches out of Mark 2:1-12, where Jesus heals a paralyzed man. Often, we seek the power of Jesus, for healing, deliverance, and answers. But Pastor Don challenges us to recognize the authority God has over our lives, not just the power he has to change them. When we submit to his authority and place ourselves in his presence through faith, we can find his power!#HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 3-9-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's message, Pastor Don explores how being chosen by God transforms our lives, urging us to embody the virtues of compassion, humility, and love while living in accordance with Christ's teachings and glorifying Him in all we do. The call to share forgiveness, find peace, and immerse ourselves in God's Word is emphasized as essential to our identity as God's chosen people.

RELISH was LIVE at Hillcrest Academy.  Rowan and Don tackle tough questions from Hillcrest students! Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish 

Pastor Don gives a unique perspective on Acts 20:7-12 in his stand-alone message titled Wake Up. Pastor Don warns us to not fall asleep spiritually and urges us to watch for the signs of spiritual sleep-in others so we can help. To be alert and aware of the things of God, we need to wake up! #HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 3-2-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcript:Hello! This is Pastor Don of the Christ Redeemer Church of Hanover, NH. Welcome to a special edition of The Kingdom Perspective. I want to invite you to join us in a very strategic missions' opportunity that's happening right here in the heart of the Upper Valley through the ministry of Christ Redeemer. From the beginning, Christ Redeemer has sought to be a church for others. We want everyone, all our friends and neighbors and people from every nation, to experience the grace and glory of Christ! God has blessed this pursuit, not only growing a church of nearly 400-persons in Hanover but also sending out over 1,000 people touched by the gospel to every corner of the globe. Likewise, Christ Redeemer has sought to be a church for other churches. In our 25-year history we have trained and sent over 40 ministry interns and dozens of preachers. We've planted two churches, even helping other churches purchase their own buildings! Also, we've resourced multiple other churches, helping several stay alive during the pandemic with coaching and pulpit supply. And we've done all this without a building of our own! Doing church out of box for over 1,200 Sundays! We've wandered from place to place, meeting both indoors and outdoors.  But now, Christ Redeemer has a strategic opportunity. After a long hard legal struggle, we are now the first new church approved for a building in this Ivy League town in over 60 years! Would you help us make this dream a reality? Would you help us establish a “permanent presence” that will not only strengthening our roots, but also extend the reach of the gospel? We need partners like you to give and spread the news of this opportunity far and wide. Please visit christredeemerchurch.org/flourish or go to our website. Thanks! And God bless! “Now the Lord said to Abram, ‘Go from your country and your kindred and your father's house to the land that I will show you. And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and him who dishonors you I will curse, and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.'”~Genesis 12:1-3 (ESV) “Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.'”~Matthew 28:16-20 (ESV) “So when they had come together, they asked him, ‘Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?' He said to them, ‘It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.'”~Acts 1:6-8 (ESV)

Hey there! Dive into a fascinating chat where we ponder how Methuselah reached 969 and why Noah was building arks at 500. It's mind-blowing to think about those Old Testament lifespans! We even explore how clean and unclean animals were God's way of looking out for his people. And don't get me started on the intricate design of creation—it's like God thought of everything, even the stuff we wouldn't dream of! We also chat about those underrated biblical books like Leviticus and Deuteronomy—turns out they've got more to say to us today than you might think! This episode is packed with intriguing questions and insights to spice up any conversation.  Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish 

Transcript:Hello! This is Pastor Don of the Christ Redeemer Church of Hanover, NH. Welcome to a special edition of The Kingdom Perspective. Christ Redeemer has a strategic opportunity before us. We are now the first new church approved for a building in this Ivy League town in over 60 years! This has not come without challenge and difficulty. For over 20 years we sifted through dozens of properties trying to find something suitable for our growing congregation. Every time, we were constrained by something, legal or otherwise. Then God surprised us by giving us a spacious 9-acre parcel of land, strategically located right between the Ivy League institutions of Dartmouth College and Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center. Sadly though, our attempt for zoning approval on this property led us into a seven-year legal struggle, but this culminated in a landmark victory at the New Hampshire Supreme Court. The court unanimously affirmed our right to build, giving us the green light to establish a permanent presence for Christ! Now, our pressing need is for construction funds. The seven-year legal delay was, not only expensive, but also burdened us with increased building costs. Therefore, we are seeking partners to help us actualize this dream. Would you join us by supporting this effort and spreading the word about his historic opportunity? Our story is one of God's faithfulness and perseverance, and our future holds untold potential for global influence. Please visit christredeemerchurch.org/flourish. Thanks! And God bless! “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.  “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.  “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.  “You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet.  “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”~Matthew 5:9-16 (ESV)

Transcript:Hello! This is Pastor Don of the Christ Redeemer Church of Hanover, NH. Welcome to a special edition of The Kingdom Perspective. May I invite you to participate in one of the most strategic mission opportunities I know of? That opportunity is happening right here in Hanover. When my wife and I moved here 25 years ago we came here for two reasons. The first was the greatness of the need. New England was one of the most unchurched parts of the country, with less than 2% having any substantive connection to a gospel preaching church. Hanover was surely even lower than that. Missiologists classify such a place as an “unreached people group”. Second, we came here because we knew the strategic nature of this Ivy League community. People come here from all over the world to study and work, and then they go back to all over the world! So, we came here out of the love for the people of this place, as well as confidence that the gospel of Jesus Christ had the power to transform lives, not only in the Upper Valley but even to the ends of the earth. And that's exactly what God has done. In the past 25 years, God has not only grown a church of nearly 400 people, but he has also sent out over a 1,000 that have been touched by that gospel to every corner of the globe. Christ Redeemer Church now has an historic opportunity to establish a permanent presence for the gospel in this strategic place. After a long and difficult legal struggle, we are now the first new church approved by Hanover for a building in over 60 years! We are looking for partners to join in this effort. Would you please consider networking with us to get the word out, and would you consider a gift to make this dream a reality? Please visit our website at christredeemerchurch.org/flourish. Thanks! And God bless! “Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, ‘Who do people say that the Son of Man is?' And they said, ‘Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.' He said to them, ‘But who do you say that I am?' Simon Peter replied, ‘You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.' And Jesus answered him, ‘Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.' Then he strictly charged the disciples to tell no one that he was the Christ.”~Matthew 16:13-20 (ESV)

Pastor Don concludes our annual G+O=D series with his third and final message, Destiny. Pastor Don shares that God's Destiny for us is defined by love and compassion. When we learn to build everything we have on love we can expand our capacity to be generous, take God-given opportunities, and follow His Destiny for our lives.#HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 2-23-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcript:Hello, this is Pastor Don of Christ Redeemer Church. Welcome to The Kingdom Perspective. When we think of the idea of “hospitality”, we usually think of wining and dining. Images of nice houses, fine meals, and throwing parties that impress our friends and neighbors comes to mind. A whole segment of our economy has developed around what we call the “hospitality industry”, which makes a business out of increasingly impressive hotels, restaurants, and venues. Now, I have nothing against nice hotels and restaurants—and certainly nothing against nice homes and good meals! However, the biblical idea of hospitality is much different than all this. The New Testament word translated hospitality is made of the Greek words for “lover” and “stranger”. Someone who practices biblical hospitality is a “lover of strangers”. In other words, they are doing the hard work of making outsiders feel welcomed.Thus, hospitality is not merely for those with means, but those with very little means. It is for all people. It doesn't matter how much you have; what matters is how much of that you give. It's not about impressing others with how valuable you are; it's about impressing others with how valuable they are. It's not surprising then that hospitality is a character requirement of church leaders (1 Timothy 3:2), and of Christians in general (Romans 12:13). If God loved us when were strangers, wandering from Him, then how can we not do the same for others. Something to think about from The Kingdom Perspective. “Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight. Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.' To the contrary, ‘if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.' Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”~Romans 12:9-21 (ESV)

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Pastor Don continues our annual G+O=D series with his second message, Opportunity. Pastor Don shares what ministry opportunities God has placed on his heart for Tree, both locally and globally.#HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 2-16-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcript:Hello, this is Pastor Don of Christ Redeemer Church. Welcome to The Kingdom Perspective. There is a paradox to generosity. Jesus puts it this way: “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35). “Blessedness” doesn't come from getting but from giving. The more you give, the more you will find. We gain by losing. This is very counterintuitive to the native posture of our sinful hearts. We tend to believe the more we hoard the happier we will be. But this is not the way God made the world…or us. Neither God nor the world He made operates on such a “scarcity mindset”. A farmer gets more grain by “giving up” the grain he has, sowing it in the soil in hopes of a bigger harvest. The businessman gets more money, by “giving it away”, investing in his business and in the market, looking for a greater return. The same is true with our stewardship in the kingdom of God. If we operate with a hoarding scarcity mindset, we will never have enough. However, if we operate with a generosity abundance mindset, God will make sure “we have all sufficiency in all things at all times, so that we may abound in every good work” (2 Corinthians 9:8). The book of Proverbs puts it this way:One gives freely, yet grows all the richer;another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want.Whoever brings blessing will be enriched,and one who waters will himself be watered.~Provers 11:24-25 (ESV) As John Bunyan so eloquently put it: “There was a man, the world did think him mad, the more he gave away, the more he had.” Bottom line: you cannot outgive God! Something to think about from The Kingdom Perspective. “The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work. As it is written,     ‘He has distributed freely, he has given to the poor;     his righteousness endures forever.' He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way to be generous in every way, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God. For the ministry of this service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many thanksgivings to God. By their approval of this service, they will glorify God because of your submission that comes from your confession of the gospel of Christ, and the generosity of your contribution for them and for all others, while they long for you and pray for you, because of the surpassing grace of God upon you. Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift!”~2 Corinthians 9:6-15 (ESV)

Transcript:Hello, this is Pastor Don of Christ Redeemer Church. Welcome to The Kingdom Perspective. God is a god of abundance, not of scarcity—and this abundance is on display in all that He has made. God is not a miserable miser, but a glad Giver of all good things. He is happy and blessed (Ephesians 1:3; Romans 1:25) and overflowing with joy, precisely because He has an infinite capacity for generosity. Now, this is no mere theory. Such core beliefs about God's basic nature and posture towards you, deeply affect the posture we take towards generosity in our own lives. Not surprising then that generous people are joyful people, but greedy people are grumpy. Such greedy and grumpy people believe God is stingy toward them or unable to “make all grace abound” to them (2 Corinthians 9:8). They believe God owes them something. On the contrary, generous people realize everything is a gift of His grace—all of life! That there's nothing we have we've not first received. So, they are grateful for God's gifts and are glad to pass them on to others. How your heart falls on this matter will affect the way you steward the resources God's given: your time, your treasure and your talents. Seeing God's generosity will make you generous. However, believing God is holding back—that He's grumpy and greedy—will make you the same. So, how do you lean into this joy of generosity? Well, start doing it! The more you give the more you will develop a capacity for joy. Giving makes you glad! The great London preacher Charles Spurgeon suggested the reason the sun shines so brightly is that it is always giving itself away. This is why God is the happiest of all, because He's the giver of all good things. Something to think about from The Kingdom Perspective. “Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches. Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith…”~Galatians 6:6-10 (ESV)

Hey there, friend! In today's episode we chat about the age-old dilemma: if God is good, why does evil exist?

Pastor Don kicks off our annual G+O=D series with the first installment Generosity. Pastor Don highlights how your generosity has changed lives all around the world in 2024, and urges us to continue being a generous people #HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 2-9-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thank you for listening to part 6 of our Renewing our Vision Series from Pastor Don! We invite you to join us in-person this Sunday at our 9am or 11am service, we would love to see you! Have a great week!

In this sermon, Pastor Don walks us through the second half of Acts 14. In it we see Paul and Barnabas returning to all the cities they had traveled to, to encourage and strengthen the new disciples.

Transcript:Hello, this is Pastor Don of Christ Redeemer Church. Welcome to The Kingdom Perspective. Our God is a God of abundance and generosity. This is seen in who He is and in all that He does. Just consider something as common as the earth God created, the ground we all walk on. It's made of dirt and rock. It's so cheap and mundane we trample it underfoot without thought. It's just “dirt”! Yet, that dirt is so rich and diverse in its elements that we can dig into it and draw out materials to produce stunning works of art and powerful supercomputers. We can fashion its elements into cars and smartphones. We can use it to construct buildings so tall they literally reach the clouds. We can split the atoms of some of these elements to create power for modern civilization. We can use other elements to make spaceships that explore the outer reaches of our solar system. This inherent abundance is why in Genesis, God commanded humans to “cultivate” the earth (Genesis 2). The word cultivate implies a generous potential hidden in the dirt under our feet—that God created the earth in such a way it can be developed and fashioned into something greater than it is. In this we see we need not have a scarcity mindset with the resources God has given to us. We can have a generosity abundance mindset, giving our stuff away to the glory of God, “cultivating” it, knowing God is able to return it multiplied to meet our every need. Something to think about from The Kingdom Perspective. “After I had given the deed of purchase to Baruch the son of Neriah, I prayed to the Lord, saying: ‘Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you. You show steadfast love to thousands, but you repay the guilt of fathers to their children after them, O great and mighty God, whose name is the Lord of hosts, great in counsel and mighty in deed, whose eyes are open to all the ways of the children of man, rewarding each one according to his ways and according to the fruit of his deeds.'”~Jeremiah 32:16-19 (ESV) “Now a river flowed out of Eden to water the garden; and from there it divided and became four rivers. The name of the first is Pishon; it flows around the whole land of Havilah, where there is gold. The gold of that land is good; the bdellium and the onyx stone are there. The name of the second river is Gihon; it flows around the whole land of Cush. The name of the third river is Tigris; it flows east of Assyria. And the fourth river is the Euphrates. Then the Lord God took the man and put him into the garden of Eden to cultivate it and keep it.”~Genesis 2:10-15

Hey there, friends! Ever wondered why things in life sometimes don't add up the way we expect? Today, we're bringing a little spice to your ears with a deep dive into some thought-provoking topics. Why didn't God's covenant people recognize Jesus as the Messiah? We unravel this puzzle by tracing back to the very roots of divine promise, exploring the layers of misunderstanding and missed connections. We also tackle the age-old question, "To judge or not to judge?" as we navigate through the tricky territory of self-awareness and judgment. It's all about facing those pesky planks in our own eyes before trying to pick out specks in others. Join us for some hearty discussions that not only challenge our thinking but also take us on a journey through the ebbs and flows of faith, society, and the roles we play. Let's get ready to relish the conversations that matter! Do you have questions for Pastor Don?  send them to tmadask@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkAVsuqU5_zWnmGca-OYaw/videos Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RELISH319 Apologetics, Theology, Kalona, Wellman, Washington, Kalona Mennonite Church, West Chester Community Church, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Church, Best New Christian Videos, Podcast, Relish 

Dr. Don Trest gives an overview of the five covenants in the Bible. Christian evangelical circles have two main views: Covenant Theology and Dispensational Theology. Pastor Don will be teaching on these covenants and views in future sermons.bfc4u.org, facebook.com/bfc4u

Transcript:Hello, this is Pastor Don of Christ Redeemer Church. Welcome to The Kingdom Perspective. Our God is a god of generosity and abundance. We see this in several ways. First is the limitlessness of His very being. God is not bound by time and space. He's not bound by anything outside Himself, at all. God needs nothing to exist for He is being itself, and so, He alone possesses the power to call into being that which does not exist. Secondly, God's abundance is demonstrated in all He has made. The universe we see is bigger than we can imagine. It's only been about a hundred years or so since Edwin Hubble discovered that our galaxy is one among others. Since that time, we've learned there are at least hundreds of billions of galaxies, each on average containing billions of stars. And we are discovering more all the time! This means that from our human vantage point, for all practical purposes, the universe God made is beyond limit. But all of this is backdrop to His greatest demonstration of generosity of all—the abundance of the riches of His grace toward us in Christ Jesus! When God decided to redeem fallen humanity, He spared no expense. He liquidated the full riches of heaven. He gave us the fullness of Himself in Christ. As Paul puts it in Ephesians, He has “blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 1:3). The God we serve is not stingy. Why in the world should we be? Something to think about from The Kingdom Perspective. “And you were dead in the trespasses and sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience— among whom we all once lived in the passions of our flesh, carrying out the desires of the body and the mind, and were by nature children of wrath, like the rest of mankind. But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved— and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, so that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus.”~Ephesians 2:1-7 (ESV)

Senior Pastor Don Duncan Preaches on Jesus feeding the masses in both Matthew and Luke in his message titled Increase your Capacity. Pastor Don uses this story to illustrate how our limitations here on earth can be far surpassed when we allow our compassion and the power of Heaven into our lives. When we increase our capacity, we can grow the Kingdom of Heaven in ways we never thought possible! #HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 2-2-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcript: Hello, this is Pastor Don of Christ Redeemer Church. Welcome to The Kingdom Perspective. Generosity is at the very heart of the gospel of Jesus Christ. So, it is not surprising this same Jesus who generously gave His life for our redemption is the same one who made a world so abundantly diverse. Jesus wove abundance and generosity into the very fabric of His creation. The Bible tells us that God created a universe with abundant potential—a multiplying and reproducing creation filled with a diversity of plants and animals. God made hundreds of thousands of plants “bearing fruit…yielding seed according to their kind” (Genesis 1:12). Likewise, He commanded the millions of animal species He made to be “fruitful and multiply and fill” the earth (Genesis 1:22). This is why a farmer can start with a few basic seeds and animals and multiply not only enough food to feed the world but also develop an endless diversity of new subspecies. Did you know, for instance, that broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and kale are all cultivated from the same basic species (i.e., Brassica oleracea)? Similarly, all the variety of dog breeds were hidden in the one grey wolf. All dog breeds are just domestications of the same species (Canis lupus). From Great Danes to chihuahuas, the inherent abundance of God's creation is on display. Thus, creation itself is a rebuke to any stinginess or small-mindedness. Neither God nor His creation is marked by such tight-fistedness…and neither should we. Something to think about from The Kingdom Perspective. And God said, “Let the earth sprout vegetation, plants yielding seed, and fruit trees bearing fruit in which is their seed, each according to its kind, on the earth.” And it was so. The earth brought forth vegetation, plants yielding seed according to their own kinds, and trees bearing fruit in which is their seed, each according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. And there was evening and there was morning, the third day. And God said, “Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night. And let them be for signs and for seasons, and for days and years, and let them be lights in the expanse of the heavens to give light upon the earth.” And it was so. And God made the two great lights—the greater light to rule the day and the lesser light to rule the night—and the stars. And God set them in the expanse of the heavens to give light on the earth, to rule over the day and over the night, and to separate the light from the darkness. And God saw that it was good. And there was evening and there was morning, the fourth day. And God said, “Let the waters swarm with swarms of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the expanse of the heavens.” So God created the great sea creatures and every living creature that moves, with which the waters swarm, according to their kinds, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good. And God blessed them, saying, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.” And there was evening and there was morning, the fifth day…~ Genesis 1:1-23 (ESV)

Senior Pastor Don Duncan preaches out of Mark chapter 8 in his message titled I Can See. In this passage Jesus restores sight to a blind man, but Pastor Don delves deeper into the hidden meaning behind this miracle.#HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 1-26-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thank you for listening to part 2 of our annual sermon series, "Renewing our Vision." Pastor Don encourages us all to get plugged into your local church & allow God to use your gifts to impact the community! Join us in person on Sunday at our 9am or 11am service! Have a great week!

Senior Pastor Don Duncan kicks off the new year with his message titled Start with Water. Pastor Don works through Jesus' baptism and temptation in the wilderness in Matthew chapters 3 and 4, and stresses that often after transitional moments or times where we've felt immersed in the presence of God, we are faced with hardship and temptation. However, we can follow Jesus' example and lean on our relationship with God and his word to get us through! #HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 1-5-25. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thank you for listening to the first week of our annual "Renewing our Vision" sermon series! Join us as Pastor Don casts the vision for what God is speaking into 2025. Join us in-person at our 9am or 11am service! Have a great week!

Pastor Don Duncan wraps up the series, Unshakeable Generosity, with his message titled Stir it Up. Pastor Don reminds us that when God created us from dirt in Genesis 2:7, it was his generous breath that brought us to life and imbued us with gifts. So, as Paul said to Timothy, we need to stir up our dirt and use our gifts to spread the kingdom of God.#HolySpirit #Family #TreeOfLifeChurchNB​​​ #Supernatural #Miracles #Prophecy #Anointing #AnointedTree of Life Church is located in New Braunfels, TX and we're all about connecting all people to the life, love and power of Jesus!Subscribe to receive our latest worship and messages.Stay Connected: Instagram | instagram.com/tolchurch | www.facebook.com/treeoflifechurch | www.treeoflifechurch.orgOriginally recorded on 12-15-24. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcript:Hello! This is Pastor Don of Christ Redeemer Church. Welcome to The Kingdom Perspective! The devil is the mother, the fountain, of all grumbling and accusation. He has no gratitude in him but is upset and angry about everything. Now, how does he get us to be complicit with his tactics? One of the chief ways is through our own unresolved anger. Ephesians 4 warns us: “Be angry, and yet do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and do not give the devil an opportunity.” The Scriptures are exhorting us not to hold on to our anger, but to deal with it before the Lord. Not dealing with it gives the devil an “opportunity”. The word for “opportunity” is commonly translated “place” or “position”. It suggests a “foothold”, in a military sense. When we fail to process our anger before the Lord, it gives the devil a foothold in our life, a place of power from which he can manipulate us. Nursing this bitter attitude convinces us of our own rightness. It distills our own perspective into a 200-proof, self-justifying liquor—a toxic drink that drives us into a stupor of self-obsession. With every lick of a wound… with every time you see that person at church… every time you hear another person speak positively or see them experience some good fortune… every time you run into them at the store…your heart goes “ballistic”, fomenting with anger. Every time you do this, you take another sip of the devil's drink of self-justification. And that's when the devil's got y0u! You're intoxicated with your own self-righteousness. What about you? Are you giving the devil a foothold in your life? Are you nursing bitter anger in your heart? That's something to think about from The Kingdom Perspective. “Therefore, laying aside falsehood, speak truth each one of you with his neighbor, for we are members of one another. Be angry, and yet do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and do not give the devil an opportunity. He who steals must steal no longer; but rather he must labor, performing with his own hands what is good, so that he will have something to share with one who has need. Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the moment, so that it will give grace to those who hear. Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.~ Ephesians 4:25-32 (NASB95)