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Pastor Lance challenges us to consider what changes we've made to use our time better for God's glory, and continues sharing principles from Scripture to help us redeem the time. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
Continuing in John, Pastor Lance expounds the wonder of the Incarnation: God become man, the greatest statement of Scripture and the true satisfaction of our souls. Text: John 1:14-18. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
As believers, we are responsible to make the most of our time for God's glory. Pastor Lance gives us principles for redeeming the time and honoring God even in the daily details. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
Pastor Lance shares a study through 2 Thessalonians 1 on spiritual security and the nature of the church as believers united in Christ. He touches on the concept of peace with God and the peace of God, emphasizing that true discipleship requires obedience. He outlines the 'Romans Road' to salvation, and emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth through God's word and trials.
Pastor Lance continues to explain what it means to "believe in His name" and show us what Scripture says about the name, the character, of God. Text: John 1:9-13. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
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Service began with a testimony of God's faithfulness and answered prayers, through Matthew's miraculous recovery from a severe motorcycle accident. We saw a recap of our missions trip to Costa Rica, focusing on evangelism, discipleship, and community support. Pastor Lance's message emphasizes perseverance in faith and fulfilling God's redemptive purposes.
"But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name..." Pastor Lance explains what it means to believe in the name of Christ and takes us through the Scriptures to unpack His identity. Text: John 1:9-13. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
The church you attend is one of the most important decisions you make for your family! Join us for the final part of this series from Pastor Lance and understand a biblical church! Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
Pastor Lance shares an evangelical message on the centrality of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that Jesus is the cornerstone of the church, who offers salvation and transformation to those who believe in Him. He walks through how the early church prioritized Jesus, and how believers are called to live for Him- not just work for Him. He explains how a fresh vision of Jesus is the church's greatest need.
Pastor Lance helps us understand John's (and Scripture's) call to recognize Jesus as truly God, and explains how God must draw people to be saved, or none would accept the invitation!Text: John 1:9-13. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
The church you attend is one of the most important decisions you make for your family! Join us for the third part of this previous series from Pastor Lance and learn to choose a church biblically! Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
Join us as Pastor Lance finishes up the book of 1 Thessalonians! He explains the role of the gift of prophecy, the importance of holding "fast to what is good" and to "test all things", and examining what it means to "abstain from every form of evil". He also touches on the importance of prayer and grace.
Pastor Lance takes us through the invitation found in John chapter 1, to receive the Light, the Lord, and reminds us we should end every gospel presentation with a warning about the judgment coming to every sinner! Text: John 1:9-13. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
In the last part of the series, “The Supremacy of Christ: His Sufficiency for Our Suffering”, Pastor Lance traces the transformation of the apostle Paul to reveal how the supremacy of Christ doesn't remove our suffering but redeems it, redirecting our deepest struggles into something worth giving our lives to.
The church you attend is one of the most important decisions you make for your family! Join us for the 2nd part of this previous series from Pastor Lance and learn to choose a church biblically! Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
Pastor Lance expounds on the final commitment of our church covenant: participating in the ministry of our church, by exercising my spiritual gift, edifying the saints, evangelizing sinners, and exalting our Savior. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
Pastor Lance shares about America's 250-year journey, highlighting God's guiding providence throughout its history. From early settlers seeking religious freedom, to modern achievements, Lance emphasizes faith, perseverance, and divine intervention in the lives of the individuals involved. He talks about the importance of understanding our past to strengthen our faith, and calls for a renewed commitment to God's principles.
The Supremacy of Christ: His Sufficiency for Our Suffering”, Pastor Lance encourages the church to remember who we are in the face of suffering and live according to the truth of Jesus' supremacy and our identity.
The church you attend is one of the most important decisions you can make for your family! Join us for this previous series from Pastor Lance and learn to choose a church biblically! Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more resources, including upcoming music and previous series on many topics and passages.
Pastor Lance addresses the third commitment of our church covenant: protecting the testimony of our church, by attending faithfully, praying fervently, giving financially, and living fruitfully. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources.
In this new series, “The Supremacy of Christ: His Sufficiency for Our Suffering”, Pastor Lance reminds us that Jesus Christ reigns supreme over our suffering, and as we walk in Him, He gives weary hearts hope, strength, and grace.
Pastor Lance's message explores cultivating a healthy church by drawing parallels to a healthy home, encouraging the church to choose patience, and making the distinction between joy and happiness. He talks about the nature of Christian joy as an internal state rooted in Christ, and how a thankful heart deepens your relationship with God. He also dives into the doctrine of the Trinity, explaining the divine nature of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Pastor Lance reminds us of the second responsibility in our church covenant: to pursue the strategy of our church. We make sure it is our passion to pursue Christ, our priority to portray Christ, our purpose to proclaim Christ, and our practice to praise Christ.Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS!
Pastor Lance emphasizes the biblical call to lovingly correct the unruly, comfort the fainthearted, and support the weak, as we read 1 Thesssalonians 5. He shares about the gradual nature of spiritual drifting, and the importance of course correction. He encourages steadfastness in God's work and mutual care within the body of Christ.
Pastor Lance reminds us of the first responsibility in our church covenant: to preserve the unity of our church through personal examination, mutual submission, Scriptural confrontation, and beneficial conversation. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS!
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Pastor Lance emphasizes recognizing leaders for their dedicated labor and service, not just their positions. He addresses Christian challenges with authority and highlights the profound, sacrificial ministry of figures like the Apostle Paul, urging congregations to esteem and support their God-appointed shepherds.
Pastor Lance talks about how the imminent return of Christ should prompt believers to live a life of expectancy, especially when it comes to the attacks of the enemy. He reminds us that, as believers, we are to be alert and mindful of eternal realities, and that God has changed our appointment that we once had for judgment and wrath to one of salvation. We must guard ourselves against the enemy's lies, disappointment, worldliness, fear, anxiety, unforgiveness, and more! Instead, we must encourage and comfort the believers around us.
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In this message, Pastor Lance reminds Gateway to partner with the Father and His mission by living in the Spirit's power, authority, and sustaining grace. Rooted in Acts 1:8, Acts 2:17-21, and 2 Peter 1:3, this message equips believers to be sent with confidence and clarity.
In this message, Pastor Lance reminds Gateway to partner with the Father and His mission by living in the Spirit's power, authority, and sustaining grace. Rooted in Acts 1:8, Acts 2:17-21, and 2 Peter 1:3, this message equips believers to be sent with confidence and clarity.
Pastor Lance discusses humanity's fascination with the future and God's purposeful plan, as we begin 1 Thessalonians chapter 5. He encourages believers to be "sons of light," remaining vigilant and hopeful for Christ's imminent return. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the signs and seasons foretold in scripture in regard to the end times.
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Pastor Lance finishes examining Matthew 5:27-30 with us, and he provides 7 principles of application that lead to our personal transformation: living a pure and holy life. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS!
Pastor Lance shares about Jesus' imminent return, distinguishing the Rapture from the Second Coming. He speaks on the significance of preparedness, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the hope Christians have in the face of death. He emphasizes unity within the church, focusing on essential beliefs while embracing diverse interpretations of non-essential doctrines.
Pastor Lance continues examining the heart behind the sin of adultery... and behind all sin! We look at King David as a poignant example of the downward spiral of sin, which begins with a careless attitude toward the Law of the Lord. Texts: Matthew 5:27-30, 2 Samuel 11:1-27. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS!
Pastor Lance continues our study of the legacy of John the Baptist, who presented the preeminence of the light: Christ! He also illuminates 5 principles for us to follow as we evaluate our own legacy. Text: John 1:6-8, 15. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS!
Pastor Lance shares a special Mother's Day message, honoring mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers. He talks about the profound ministry of mothers, both biological and spiritual, pointing out biblical figures like Jochebed, Moses' mother. He emphasizes the power of a mother's faith in shaping future generations and upholding life, offering comfort and encouragement to all.
The commandments of God go much deeper than just "don't do"; the attitude behind adultery, and all sin, is what condemns a soul. Pastor Lance explains how the Law of God regulates how I love God, which is the sum of the entire Bible. Text: Matthew 5:27-30. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS!
You leave behind that which you live! Pastor Lance shows the legacy of John the Baptist from Scripture, and challenges us to consider how we're living and the legacy we will leave when we're gone. Text: John 1:6-8, 15. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources, including music and our summer VBS.
Pastor Lance concludes his 3-part summary of the character, calling and ministry of John the Baptist, and illustrates how we can learn from John's mission about our own. Text: John 1:6. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources.
Christ said that the children in His kingdom manifest a certain morality, a morality that stems from inside of them. Pastor Lance lays out the heart of anger and hate that Scripture says is the sin of murder. So have you murdered anyone lately? Text: Matthew 5:21-16. Visit us at www.ccc-online.org for more messages and resources.