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Pastor Lance explains the purpose and role of Jesus as Head of the Church. Colossians 1:18 dives into the body of Christ, stressing love, service, and unity among all members. Pastor Lance encourages prayer, the use of gifts, and effective outreach, urging believers to trust in God's guidance and to submit to Jesus's authority.
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Pastor Lance continues to take us through this passage in 1 Thessalonians that emphasizes the life that exemplifies Christ. It's a life of abstinence, aspiration, anticipation, and a life of alertness; alert to the day of the Lord and the coming judgment upon the world.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance continues through Colossians 1, highlighting the preeminence of Jesus Christ. He focuses on redemption through Jesus, emphasizing forgiveness and atonement. When looking at the vast expanse of the universe, it's clear that there is a Creator, and that Jesus' fingerprints are all over creation.
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Pastor Lance covers Paul's prayer for the Colossians in Colossians chapter 1, and their struggles with Gnosticism and internal issues. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and being filled with knowledge of God's will. He emphasizes that spiritual growth and maturity are crucial, and mentions traits like good works, endurance, patience, and thankfulness.
Pastor Lance shares a special message for Mother's Day. He explains the X Factor in Motherhood based on the Proverbs 31 woman's character, conversation, concerns, children, commendation, consecration, compensation, and companion.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
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In this message, Pastor Lance Briley reminds us that love often shines brightest through our imperfections. Centered on Colossians 2, Pastor Lance explores how our deepest needs and longings can only be satisfied through a relationship with Jesus Christ. He warns against the empty promises of worldly fulfillment and challenges us to stay rooted in Christ, who alone offers true completeness. Whether you're struggling to find purpose or simply need a reminder of God’s unwavering love, this message invites you to embrace the hope, salvation, and fullness found in Jesus. Welcome to Temple Baptist Church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to guide people to life change in Jesus Christ. For more information: https://www.templebaptistchurch.net/
Pastor Lance continues his message in chapter 5 of 1 Thessalonians, exhorting us to live a life modeling alertness. He further elaborates on the Second Coming of Christ; the most prominent topic, outside that of faith, in the New Testament.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance kicks off the book of Colossians with the main theme of: "The Supremacy of Christ." He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the severity of our sin, and that we are unworthy of the grace the the Lord gives us. When we recognize that we are indeed sinners in desperate need of God's grace, we then can become dispensers of that grace. He closes by stating that if we are willing to obey the will of God in our lives, we can be the "one" in someone's life that points them to the Lord.
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In this message, Pastor Lance talks about how relationships are God's garden for human flourishing — when cultivated with intentionality, love, and grace, they produce the fruit of healing, purpose, and transformation in our lives and communities.
Pastor Lance concludes our study in the book of Ecclesiastes by asking a question, What have you learned from Solomon? It's been quite a journey; from despair, to despondency, to disillusionment, to delight. And now, in the final chapter, Solomon sums up what we have learned about life under the sun that instead encourages us to live life above the sun.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance continues to exhort us to live a life of alertness as a model person in the Kingdom of God. He goes through the passage explaining what God has for us concerning His coming again.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Every great move of God starts with one powerful word - Yes. Pastor Lance invites us to slow down, lean in, and experience the life-changing power of a surrendered heart. Saying “yes” to God is about trusting His goodness and embracing the adventure He has prepared. It's not a “yes” to everything — it's a “yes” to the One who holds everything.
Pastor Lance explains to us the meaning of Solomon's first few words of the last chapter of Ecclesiastes, "Remember also your Creator". While looking at why you should remember your Creator and how you should do so, this simple statement will revolutionize how you look at life from this day forward.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance shares a special message for Great Friday about the supernatural situations that occurred surrounding the cross.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance shares a special message for Resurrection Sunday, giving us a closer look at the Christ and His resurrection.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
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Listen to Pastor Lance's message on Palm Sunday, as we dive into who Jesus is, His mission (what He came to do), and how it pertains to us as believers.
Pastor Lance continues in 1 Thessalonians 5, where the model life is marked by alertness. He exhorts us to be of sound mind, vigilant, awake, alert, in light of the coming of the Messiah.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance takes us through Solomon's words in chapter 11. His words help us understand that there is so much that we do not know, simply to cause us to rely upon the Lord and rest in His providence.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance continues to preach from 1 Thessalonians, exhorting us to be on alert for the day of the Lord. He explains the characteristics of the day of the Lord, as well as how we can apply those to how we live our lives today.Come study God's Word with us! We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
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God's love is like a lighthouse—both welcoming and refreshing, while also warning us of hidden and known dangers. In this message, Pastor Lance draws from the book of Galatians to shine light on the threats of this present evil age and to guide us toward spiritual flourishing as we remain faithful to King Jesus.
Pastor Lance shares that true spiritual life is rooted in faith in Jesus, with Scripture serving as divine guidance. He emphasizes the importance of humility and service, contrasting self-love with the call to servanthood. He talks about the negative influence of Diotrephes highlighting the need for godly leadership and a return to true Christian values.
Pastor Lance continues preaching from the epistle of 1 Thessalonians. He moves from the Day of Christ, the reward of the believer, to the Day of the Lord, the retribution of the unbeliever as he begins explaining to us, God's wrath.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance continues to exhort us to live in anticipation of the arrival of Christ, always looking towards it and longing for it. He brings to a close the explanation of the Day of Christ, as we move on to the explanation of the Day of the Lord next week.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Are you prepared to die? Pastor Lance takes us through wisdom's realization: there is one fate for all men, death! Scripture warns us that only by knowing our Maker can we die satisfied, as Abraham did. In Christ, we are freed from fear of death because He gives us everlasting life.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance explores the themes of rest and restoration through the Word. He emphasizes the importance of encountering Jesus Christ and addressing spiritual needs. He includes personal insights, biblical examples, and the cultural context of busyness and burnout. His message encourages individuals to surrender their burdens to Jesus and find hope in eternal life with Him.
Pastor Lance continues our study in 1 Thessalonians, preaching on the second coming of the Messiah while specifically focusing on the topic of the translation of the Church.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
In this message, Pastor Lance explores how hopeful resilience is not merely about surviving disappointment; it's the intense process through which God builds endurance, shapes character, and awakens unshakable hope, as His love is a present reality poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit.
In this message, Pastor Lance explores how hopeful resilience is not merely about surviving disappointment; it's the intense process through which God builds endurance, shapes character, and awakens unshakable hope, as His love is a present reality poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Lance speaks about how John, identifying as the elder, shares insights on love and truth as essential values for the church amidst persecution. He discusses agape love as unconditional and selfless, emphasizing the importance of truth in faith. He addresses the spirit of the antichrist and the need for discernment against false teachings. He highlights the significance of using spiritual gifts for God's glory and encourages caution in hospitality towards those not aligned with God's truth.
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Pastor Lance continues our study in 1 Thessalonians, exhorting us to live a life of anticipation; a life looking toward the second coming of the Messiah.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
In this message, Pastor Lance addresses our renewed love for Jesus, our Kingdom mission, and how faith and hopeful resilience sustain a life of purpose and transformation.
In this message, Pastor Lance addresses our renewed love for Jesus, our Kingdom mission, and how faith and hopeful resilience sustain a life of purpose and transformation.
Pastor Lance continues our study in 1 Thessalonians, speaking on the anticipation we should live in every day for the return of Jesus Christ.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Finishing up the book of 1 John, Pastor Lance explains the difference between "sin that leads to death" and sin that does not. He explains about continual/habitual sin and how Jesus is the only One who can truly deliver us from our sins when we repent. Pastor Lance also reminds us that Satan is a defeated foe, and that we believers walk in victory!
Faith is real, but it's not final. Failure is something we experience; it's not who we are. In this message, follow along with Pastor Lance as we continue seeking God for a revitalized faith.
Faith is real, but it's not final. Failure is something we experience; it's not who we are. In this message, follow along with Pastor Lance as we continue seeking God for a revitalized faith.
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Pastor Lance continues our study in 1 Thessalonians, exhorting us towards a model life, focusing on the topic of aspiration.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.
Pastor Lance teaches on 1 John 5:14-15, exploring prayer and the different ways of how God answers our prayers. He stresses the importance of understanding the assurance of salvation and the character of God, and aligning our personal desires with His will in prayer.
Pastor Lance continues our study in 1 Thessalonians, exhorting us to purity, using the opposite examples of Job and Samson.We invite you to connect with us each week. For the full series plus more messages and resources, please visit www.ccc-online.org.