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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 37:01

https://www.bible.com/events/49067558 Church of the Nazarene - East Rock Stories of Your Life Part 4: Peter In the story of Peter we see that your failure doesn't have the power to define your future- Only your savior can do that! I want to welcome you back to our Sunday morning teaching series “Stories of Your Life” As a church family we are seeking to understand the meaning and the impact of Passion week through the perspectives and stories of key people involved. This series is about learning from their lives so that we too can know the forgiveness and life of Christ As we continue in our teaching series today, we will look at the story of a man who probably experienced many feelings of guilt, shame, and regret following his great failure. To be a disciple of Jesus doesn't prevent us from failing-even failing historically- for all the world to see. As common of an experience as failure can be in our story-It doesn't have to be final. As we will see in the story of Peter, your failure doesn't have the power to define your future- Only your savior can do that! ‭‭Luke‬ ‭22‬:‭54‬-‭61 ‬‬Then seizing him, they led him away and took him into the house of the high priest. Peter followed at a distance. And when some there had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and had sat down together, Peter sat down with them. A servant girl saw him seated there in the firelight. She looked closely at him and said, “This man was with him.” But he denied it. “Woman, I don't know him,” he said. A little later someone else saw him and said, “You also are one of them.” “Man, I am not!” Peter replied. About an hour later another asserted, “Certainly this fellow was with him, for he is a Galilean.” Peter replied, “Man, I don't know what you're talking about!” Just as he was speaking, the rooster crowed. The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter. Then Peter remembered the word the Lord had spoken to him: “Before the rooster crows today, you will disown me three times.” Peter was in the inner circle of disciples. Often called to go farther with Jesus, to see more miraculous things than the others. Hours ago, he was willing to die if necessary- now he denies even knowing Jesus at the pressure of a servant girl. Not just once but three times. He betrays Jesus completely at the questioning of a servant girl. been there before? You've lapsed on a promise to the Lord, or to yourself? Maybe living in the moment, you really messed up big time. Maybe you failed in a way you never even thought was possible for you I'm pretty sure we have all been there in the story of our life- Let me ask a follow up question- What did you do? Or perhaps it's present tense for you- What are you doing? That's a crucial question to consider because what makes some failure final and some just a distant memory- is what we choose to do in this moment. Here's the truth we see in Peter's story today friends- Failure doesn't have the power to define your future-Jesus does. Peter in the depths of his despair, under the weight of guilt and shame- he had a choice He could allow it to crush him-to drive him into hiding or despair OR He could put all of his trust, all of his hope in the grace and mercy of Jesus And friends that's the same choice you and I have today. The choice is yours- What will you choose? Despair, hopelessness, guilt, shame, the voice of the enemy that says it's over? Or will you press into Jesus? That decision can change everything for you- Just like it did for Peter. John‬ ‭21‬:‭1‬-‭17 ‬‬Afterward Jesus appeared again to his disciples, by the Sea of Galilee. It happened this way: Simon Peter, Thomas (also known as Didymus), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. “I'm going out to fish,” Simon Peter told them, and they said, “We'll go with you.” So they went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing. Early in the morning, Jesus stood on the shore, but the disciples did not realize that it was Jesus. He called out to them, “Friends, haven't you any fish?” “No,” they answered. He said, “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish. Then the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” As soon as Simon Peter heard him say, “It is the Lord,” he wrapped his outer garment around him (for he had taken it off) and jumped into the water. The other disciples followed in the boat, towing the net full of fish, for they were not far from shore, about a hundred yards. When they landed, they saw a fire of burning coals there with fish on it, and some bread. Jesus said to them, “Bring some of the fish you have just caught.” So Simon Peter climbed back into the boat and dragged the net ashore. It was full of large fish, 153, but even with so many the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.” None of the disciples dared ask him, “Who are you?” They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came, took the bread and gave it to them, and did the same with the fish. This was now the third time Jesus appeared to his disciples after he was raised from the dead. When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.” The third time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my sheep. A 3-fold denial turned into a 3-fold affirmation of his Love of Jesus. In Peter's reply, we begin to see a bit of the humility and repentance he had experienced. No bold claims, no bravado, no affirmations of loyalty this time- he simply says “Yes Lord, you know that I love you” In these moments, Jesus receives Peter's devotion- and he gives him a commission. Feed my sheep! "Don't stay here son- don't stay in your failure, don't stay in hiding- GO- you have a purpose as my child- Go- serve others for my glory." "Your failure is not your future now- GO- tell others about me." The greatest failure in all of history didn't define Peter's future- Jesus did. And the same can be true for you today! So what's the difference between Judas and Peter? It's the difference in response to failure. What's your response going to be? Feeling the guilt, feeling the shame, the regret, the pain of kicking yourself- Or Running to Jesus? The story of your life does not have to be defined by your failure- no matter how bad or how many times it's happened- Only God has the ultimate authority to define your future- But you must make that choice. Just as Peter jumped in the water- we must decide to leave failure and sin behind and pursue Jesus. That's called repentance. We turn from sin, and we turn to him. Jesus is longing for you to return to him. He is longing to embrace you, to redeem and restore you as a son or a daughter. Will you take that step today? Failure doesn't have the power to define your future- only God does. Giving at COTN If you ever have questions or need help with online giving, please let us know: finance@cotnaz.org Thank you for your partnership in the Kingdom of Christ! https://www.cotnaz.org/giving/

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04/23/23- Harrisonburg campus: Stories of Your Life part 4: Peter- Pastor Adrian Mills

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 35:48

http://bible.com/events/49067587 Church of the Nazarene - Harrisonburg Stories of Your Life Part 4: Peter Great desperation is met with great forgiveness. Welcome back to our Sunday morning teaching series “Stories of Your Life”. As a church family we are seeking to understand the meaning and the impact of Passion week through the perspectives and stories of key people involved. As we continue in our teaching series today, we will look at the story of a man who probably experienced many feelings of guilt, shame, and regret following his great failure. To be a disciple of Jesus doesn't prevent us from failing-even failing historically- for all the world to see. As common of an experience as failure can be in our story-It doesn't have to be final. As we will see in the story of Peter, your failure doesn't have the power to define your future- Only your savior can do that!‭‭Luke‬ ‭22‬:‭54‬-‭61‬‬ Then seizing him, they led him away and took him into the house of the high priest. Peter followed at a distance. And when some there had kindled a fire in the middle of the courtyard and had sat down together, Peter sat down with them. A servant girl saw him seated there in the firelight. She looked closely at him and said, “This man was with him.” But he denied it. “Woman, I don't know him,” he said. A little later someone else saw him and said, “You also are one of them.” “Man, I am not!” Peter replied. About an hour later another asserted, “Certainly this fellow was with him, for he is a Galilean.” Peter replied, “Man, I don't know what you're talking about!” Just as he was speaking, the rooster crowed. The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter. Then Peter remembered the word the Lord had spoken to him: “Before the rooster crows today, you will disown me three times.” Peter denies the Lord, not just once, but three times. He betrays Jesus completely. This was a complete and utter failure. There's no other way to describe it. Peter had failed. The truth is, we all can relate to failure. Failure is a reality in this world. But this is not a story of failure. This is a story of how we respond when we fail, and even more important, how our Father responds when we fail.How would Peter respond to failure? How would Jesus respond?‭‭ John‬ ‭21‬:‭1‬-‭17 ‬‬Afterward Jesus appeared again to his disciples, by the Sea of Galilee. It happened this way: Simon Peter, Thomas (also known as Didymus), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. “I'm going out to fish,” Simon Peter told them, and they said, “We'll go with you.” So they went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing. Early in the morning, Jesus stood on the shore, but the disciples did not realize that it was Jesus. He called out to them, “Friends, haven't you any fish?” “No,” they answered. He said, “Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some.” When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish. Then the disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” As soon as Simon Peter heard him say, “It is the Lord,” he wrapped his outer garment around him (for he had taken it off) and jumped into the water. The other disciples followed in the boat, towing the net full of fish, for they were not far from shore, about a hundred yards. When they landed, they saw a fire of burning coals there with fish on it, and some bread. Jesus said to them, “Bring some of the fish you have just caught.” So Simon Peter climbed back into the boat and dragged the net ashore. It was full of large fish, 153, but even with so many the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.” None of the disciples dared ask him, “Who are you?” They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came, took the bread and gave it to them, and did the same with the fish. This was now the third time Jesus appeared to his disciples after he was raised from the dead. When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.” The third time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my sheep. There is a clear parallel between Peter's 3 denials and Jesus' 3 questions. For each of the times Peter had denied Jesus, he now affirms His love. Once we examine what Jesus is commanding Peter to do ('feed my lambs', 'take care of my sheep', 'feed my sheep' ) we see that Jesus is not just forgiving Peter, rather Jesus is commissioning Peter for ministry. Peter is never the same:-He's there on the day of Pentecost as the Spirit of God moves in a powerful way.-He's there as the church is born and as he immediately begins to preach and 3,000 people were saved and baptized. -Peter is there, healing and preaching. -He's thrown in jail and keeps preaching. -He's persecuted and he keeps proclaiming that Jesus is Lord. Before when Peter faced opposition, he folded and ran away. But now, in the face of opposition, he is bold, he is obedient. And he becomes one of the most influential leaders the church has ever known. Peter knew Jesus. Did Peter fail? Yes. But even in the midst of his bitter weeping, it's clear that He knew Jesus. Peter knew Jesus well enough to know His grace. He knew enough to know that if he came running after Jesus, he would not be rejected. Peter knew His grace. The question is: Do we?Bottom Line: Peter's story isn't so different from ours – great desperation met with great forgiveness. Scriptures for future study/reflection: Matthew 18:21-22 1 John 1:9 Hebrews 8:12 Acts 10:43 Giving at COTN If you ever have questions or need help with online giving, please let us know: finance@cotnaz.org Thank you for your partnership in the Kingdom of Christ! https://www.cotnaz.org/giving/

04/16/23- Harrisonburg Campus: Stories of Your Life part 3: Mary – Pastor Billy Logan

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 40:21

http://bible.com/events/49064689 Church of the Nazarene - Harrisonburg Stories of Your Life Part 3: Mary Mary- With Jesus at the beginning, with him until the end. Welcome back to our Sunday morning teaching series “Stories of Your Life” As a church family we are seeking to understand the meaning and the impact of Passion week through the perspectives and stories of key people involved. They are not stories of “our lives” of course, but stories that undergird the new life available to us in Christ.They are the stories that challenge us, encourage us, and point us to the Life. Augustine Him whom the heavens cannot contain, the womb of one woman bore. She ruled our Ruler; she carried Him in whom we are; she gave milk to our Bread. Warren Wiersbe “The first time we meet Mary in the gospel of John, she is attending a wedding (John 2:1-11); now she is preparing for a burial. The hour has come!” ‭‭John‬ ‭19‬:‭23‬-‭25 ‬‬When the soldiers crucified Jesus, they took his clothes, dividing them into four shares, one for each of them, with the undergarment remaining. This garment was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. “Let's not tear it,” they said to one another. “Let's decide by lot who will get it.” This happened that the scripture might be fulfilled that said, “They divided my clothes among them and cast lots for my garment.” So this is what the soldiers did. Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. If you pay attention, Mary's life will teach you FAITH ‭‭Luke‬ ‭1‬:‭26‬-‭38 ‬‬In the sixth month of Elizabeth's pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin's name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, and he will reign over Jacob's descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.” “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month. For no word from God will ever fail.” “I am the Lord's servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. MARY'S STORY DEMONSTRATES F.A.I.T.H.‭‭ John‬ ‭2‬:‭1‬-‭5 ‬‬On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus' mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus' mother said to him, “They have no more wine.” “Woman, why do you involve me?” Jesus replied. “My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” ‭‭Acts‬ ‭1‬:‭12‬-‭14‬‬ Then the apostles returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day's walk from the city. When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew; James son of Alphaeus and Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. They all joined together constantly in prayer, along with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brothers. Vickie Kraft She had known the presence of God all through these years. She knew what it was to raise a large family, to economize on a tight budget. She experienced slurs on her reputation. She knew unbelief in her own family as her other sons rejected her firstborn all their lives until after his resurrection. But now that Jesus' earthly life was over, she asked for no special place of honor. She was simply another worshipper of her Lord. Faithfulness Availability Intimacy Trust Humility ST. TERESA OF AVILA God never changes. Patience obtains all things. Whoever has God lacks nothing; God alone suffices.‭‭ Galatians‬ ‭2‬:‭20 ‬‬I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Giving at COTN If you ever have questions or need help with online giving, please let us know: finance@cotnaz.org Thank you for your partnership in the Kingdom of Christ! https://www.cotnaz.org/giving/

04/16/23- East Rock Campus: Stories of Your Life part 3: Mary – Pastor Jared Link

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 35:53

https://www.bible.com/events/49063688 Church of the Nazarene - East Rock Stories of Your Life Part 3: Mary Mary- With Jesus at the beginning, with him until the end.‭‭ John‬ ‭19‬:‭23‬-‭25 ‬‬When the soldiers crucified Jesus, they took his clothes, dividing them into four shares, one for each of them, with the undergarment remaining. This garment was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. “Let's not tear it,” they said to one another. “Let's decide by lot who will get it.” This happened that the scripture might be fulfilled that said, “They divided my clothes among them and cast lots for my garment.” So this is what the soldiers did. Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. Have you ever paused to consider how the story of her life was impacted by the cross? Mary, the mother of Jesus Can anyone else in the Passion story be more devastated than her in this moment? Yet, she is there. Close to Jesus. She was there because he was there. Nothing mattered to Mary more than Jesus...Can the same be said for you? I want to welcome you back to our Sunday morning teaching series “Stories of Your Life” As a church family we are seeking to understand the meaning and the impact of Passion week through the perspectives and stories of key people involved. We are reminded that these were real people, who had real questions and had to work through real challenges. People just like you and me. But in the story of their life, we see them experience real grace and mercy through the person of Jesus Christ. So, this series is about learning from their lives so that we too can know the forgiveness and life of Christ‭‭ Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭26‬-‭38 ‬‬It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Messiah. Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying: “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.” The child's father and mother marveled at what was said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.” There was also a prophet, Anna, the daughter of Penuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem. From the moment we meet Mary in the birth announcement, she is a woman of tremendous faith in the Lord.“IT could cost me my husband, it could cost me my future, it might even cost me my life- but Lord, I am your servant.” Mary was willing to trust the Lord with everything- She knew it wasn't going to be easy. Her marriage, her future, her dreams, her plans- she brings under the rule and authority of God. She simply says: So be it Lord, I am your servant.‭‭ John‬ ‭2‬:‭1‬-‭5‬‬ On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus' mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine was gone, Jesus' mother said to him, “They have no more wine.” “Woman, why do you involve me?” Jesus replied. “My hour has not yet come.” His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” Can you imagine this moment for Mary? Mary, aware of the problem and wanting to help, turns to Jesus. She was accustomed to trusting his resourcefulness over the years. She approaches him as she had so many times before- son can you help? But this time was different- He doesn't say “Sure mom”. This time- Jesus let's her know- Things are different now…She receives a gentle rebuke from her son. D.A. Carson says “This must have been extremely difficult for Mary. She had born him, nursed him, taught his baby fingers elementary skills, watched him fall over as he learned to walk…But now that he had entered into the purpose of his coming, everything, even family ties had to be subordinated to his divine mission.Dont miss verse 11 "What Jesus did here in Cana of Galilee was the first of the signs through which he revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him." Mary saw the glorious power and majesty of Christ, because she believed. Because her faith saw it fit to leave the matter in his hands.Mary trusted Him-Will you? By the time we meet Mary at the cross, we can only imagine the ways her faith has been tested. As a mother grieving and mourning over what is happening to her son.But also as a worshipper watching her Lord be crucified But she is there…She loves him to much to leave him. Throughout Mary's life she trusted God way beyond what made natural sense. When most wouldn't have believed- Mary did. And today friends, we have the great privilege and opportunity to learn from the story of her life. As you consider the story of your life this morning- I wonder, what is keeping you from responding like Mary did? Perhaps its doubt, or fear? Maybe you feel like Mary at the cross-the sky is dark and it all seems to be going wrong...What would it look like for you today to stick close with Jesus and simply pray "Lord i believe, help me overcome my unbelief"? Giving at COTN If you ever have questions or need help with online giving, please let us know: finance@cotnaz.org Thank you for your partnership in the Kingdom of Christ! https://www.cotnaz.org/giving/

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04/09/23- East Rock Campus: Stories of Your Life Part 2: Thief on The Cross – Pastor Jared Link

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 33:27

https://www.bible.com/events/49058940 Church of the Nazarene - East Rock Stories of Your Life Part 2: The Thief on The Cross Easter Sunday Welcome you to our teaching series “Stories of your life” As a church family we are seeking to understand the meaning and the impact of Passion week through the perspectives and stories of key people involved. Real people with real faults, real questions, and who made some real mistakes but they also found real grace and mercy in Christ. People like me and people like you… This series is about learning from their lives so that we too can know the forgiveness and life of Christ, so we can see our stories changed for the glory of God. Today, we will study the story of the three crosses, the story we see told along our highways Jesus and two criminals, all sentenced to death by crucifixion ‭‭Luke‬ ‭23‬:‭32‬-‭33‬‬ Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with him to be executed. When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him there, along with the criminals—one on his right, the other on his left. Crucifixion was common enough that the original readers of Luke's gospel knew exactly what it meant when he says “they crucified him”. They knew the sounds, they knew the smells, they knew all too well the horror of this scene. 3 men sentenced to death. The one in the middle-innocent of any crime, the sinless son God. The other two, guilty, receiving the just penalty of their crimes.‭‭ Luke‬ ‭23‬:‭34‬-‭38 ‬‬Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at him. They said, “He saved others; let him save himself if he is God's Messiah, the Chosen One.” The soldiers also came up and mocked him. They offered him wine vinegar and said, “If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself.” There was a written notice above him, which read: this is the king of the jews. Three men, suffering immensely having just been nailed to cross, and their executioners throwing dice, playing games to see who will get their bloody clothes as a prize. The notice of his crime has been placed above Jesus' head for all to see “The king of the Jews” The passersby are mocking him- “you could help others, but you can't help yourself” And Jesus...What's response to all of this? “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing”‭‭ Luke‬ ‭23‬:‭39‬-‭43‬‬ One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: “Aren't you the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other criminal rebuked him. “Don't you fear God,” he said, “since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” This second criminal, we don't know his name, we don't know his crime, but he had been convicted- he was found guilty and deserving of punishment. But when he encountered Jesus he had a change of heart- he simply asked him “will you remember me when you come into your kingdom?” Can it really be that simple? Can one confession of faith and belief in Jesus overturn a life full of sin and brokenness? The short answer of this story is- YES. Yes, it can. Jesus looks at him and says “Truly I tell you, you can be sure, today you will be with me in paradise." That's the power of the cross. That's the power of the person of Jesus The story of Easter cuts across our natural tendency to think we must earn our salvation by being good enough, by doing enough good things for other people, or by having our lives neat and tidy before we can come to Christ. This guy couldn't do any of that- he couldn't attend church, no bible study, he couldn't make amends with people he had wronged. What saved him, is what saves you and me- faith in Jesus Christ. We believe that Jesus calls us to live differently as part of his kingdom, He said if you love me, keep my commandments, and we believe that. But we also see in this story, that's not what saves us. The apostle Paul wrote: For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. The story of Easter, of Christ Resurrection is the story of your life. It is the story that we draw our very breath in even now. So that begs the question today-Where are you in the story? Let's consider the criminals, one on either side of Jesus in this story. No doubt, they had a lot in common. They were both found guilty of a crime, deserving of death. They were both suffering in this moment. They heard him cry out “Father forgive them” They even both wanted to be saved in one way or another. The truth is today, we too have a lot in common with these criminals. Honestly, we too have earned what the criminals on the cross were receiving. Oh sure, your record at the courthouse might be clear- but your heart isn't-Jesus is the only innocent one in the story. You and I- we harbor hatred in our hearts. We lust. We tell little white lies and big fat ones too, we focus on ourselves at the expense of others. The truth is, you and I are sinners. And we all have brokenness, scars, and wounds to prove it. The bible says that the wages of sin, is death. Sin always leads to death- It cannot lead anywhere else. Death in us, death in our relationships. And death always brings along its cousins of guilt, shame, despair, and hopelessness. For everything they have in common, how were these two different? The first, shows no remorse, feels no guilt. He might be willing to believe in Jesus if he did a miracle for him or relieved his suffering instantly. He only sees Jesus as a possible escape from the moment, from his punishment." If you are King- get me out of this mess now." Maybe that's how you feel: Like your life is a mess- maybe you are angry. You're mad at God and wondering why he's not helping. Maybe it's not all your fault. Maybe there are a lot of things happening, feelings you're having, things you're dealing with that don't make any sense. But your posture is one of hostility towards God, bitterness, wondering what's in this for me? Let's consider the other criminal-Remember, he is just as guilty right? He did the crime, now he's got the time. But something is different here.He feared God. God was real to Him. Rather than shaking his fist at God- he came to the end of himself. He admitted the wrong he had done- he owned up to his mistakes, his failures-yes, his sin. He acknowledges the righteousness of Jesus- He believed that he was the Messiah- The savior. Then, he looks to Jesus and asks for help- His belief in who Jesus had caused him to ask the most profound question of his life...Will you remember me? And Jesus welcomed him home. How are you responding to the challenges, the heart aches, the mess in your life? How do you respond to the sin of your past? The sin of your present? Do you respond like the first man- shaking your fist? Or like the second man, asking for Jesus to remember you? Here is the powerful truth for us today friends: Everything you need for salvation is found on that middle cross.The Love, the grace, the forgiveness, the hope that you so desperately long for is found in the man on the middle cross- The person of Jesus.What will your response be? Will you be the one lashing out against God?“I thought you were good, I thought you loved me”. Get me out of this mess now if you are GodOr will you be found at the end of yourself- asking God to remember you.In repentance. In humility.God, I've made mistakes, to many to count. I can't figure all this out, I don't know where to go or what to do, but I know I need you. Giving at COTN If you ever have questions or need help with online giving, please let us know: finance@cotnaz.org Thank you for your partnership in the Kingdom of Christ! https://www.cotnaz.org/giving/

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Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 6 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 25:59

Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 6 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 5 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 25:59

Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 5 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 4 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 25:59

Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 4 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 3 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 25:59

Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 3 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 25:59

Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 25:59

Where Joy Begins in Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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2GG Podcast: Who is the Grinch in Your Life PART 3

Two Girls and a Guy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 4:35

2GG Podcast: Who is the Grinch in Your Life PART 3 by Two Girls and a Guy

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2GG Podcast: Who is the Grinch in Your Life PART 2

Two Girls and a Guy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 8:40

2GG Podcast: Who is the Grinch in Your Life PART 2 by Two Girls and a Guy

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2GG Podcast: Who is the Grinch in Your Life PART 1

Two Girls and a Guy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 6:59

2GG Podcast: Who is the Grinch in Your Life PART 1 by Two Girls and a Guy

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Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 26:00

Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 26:01

Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Building Integrity in Your Life Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 29:58

Pastor Mike will be speaking on Building Integrity in Your Life Part 2. He will be reading out of 2nd Corinthians 5:11-17. The post Building Integrity in Your Life Part 2 appeared first on Hope Worth Having.

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Building Integrity in Your Life Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 29:58

Pastor Mike will be speaking on Building Integrity in Your Life Part 1. He will be reading out of 2nd Corinthians 5:11-17. The post Building Integrity in Your Life Part 1 appeared first on Hope Worth Having.

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Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 25:59

Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 25:59

Getting Ready for the Rest of Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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The Love of Your Life - Part 3 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 26:01

The Love of Your Life - Part 3 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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The Love of Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 26:01

The Love of Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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The Love of Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Chicane Presents Sun:Sets

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 26:01

The Love of Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Chicane Sun:Sets Vol 370

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 60:23

From the originator of Trance, Chicane presents Sunsets, a monthly series of tracks that lead straight from the beach to the dancefloor. Chill to kill. Produced by www.thisisdistorted.com 1. West Dylan Thordson - Cycles2. Chicane - Time of Your Life Part 13. Chris Malinchak - Saving My Love 4. Soundtrack Selection: Chosen by Peter and Victoria in MoscowMarco Beltrami & Anna Drubich - No Lamb5. Chicane - Barefoot6. Sigur Ros - Ísjaki7. Nina Simone - My Baby Just Cares For Me (Honne Remix)8. Bandēs - Floating (Extended Mix)9. Humans Out Loud - Soir d'Automne10. David Museen, Erik Christiansen - Try (Original Mix)11. Kasablanca - Synthetic Blues (Matt Fax Extended Remix)12. Avira - Change My World (feat. Sam Martin)13. Disco Citizens - Right Here Right Now

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How to Sustain Peace in Your Life Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 30:00

Pastor Mike will be speaking on How to Sustain Peace in Your Life Part 2. He will be in John 20:11-31. The post How to Sustain Peace in Your Life Part 2 appeared first on Hope Worth Having.

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How to Sustain Peace in Your Life Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 30:00

Pastor Mike will be speaking on How to Sustain Peace in Your Life Part 1. He will be in John 20:11-31. The post How to Sustain Peace in Your Life Part 1 appeared first on Hope Worth Having.

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Having Spiritual Success in Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 25:59

Having Spiritual Success in Your Life - Part 2 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Having Spiritual Success in Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

Glow Podcast with Dr. Lan

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 25:59

Having Spiritual Success in Your Life - Part 1 - Dr. Stan Ponz

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Dr. Mark Laaser - The Fight of Your Life - Part 2

Healing Word Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 28:32

Dr. Mark Laaser - The Fight of Your Life - Part 2 by Bill and Sandi Griffin

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Dr. Mark Laaser - The Fight of Your Life - Part 1

Healing Word Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2021 28:36

Dr. Mark Laaser - The Fight of Your Life - Part 1 by Bill and Sandi Griffin

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Run the Race : Following God's Plan for Your Life Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 61:16

Run the Race : Following God's Plan for Your Life Part 2 by G. Lan Ijiwola

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011: Three Little Words That Can Mess up Your Life (Part 3) — Want

Peace at Last!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021

Today’s topic is about the word “want.” Even though we spent the last two episodes talking about how having preferences is a healthy alternative to imposing “shoulds” or “needs” upon ourselves. I present here three reasons why we fall into some thinking traps when we use the word “want.” Those reasons are: We don’t reallyContinue reading "011: Three Little Words That Can Mess up Your Life (Part 3) — Want"

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Bands of Your Life (Part 2)

Somebody Elseâ€™s Favorite Songs

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 49:54

Episode 2: Bands of Your Life (Part 2) A two-part “meet the hosts” discussion featuring Josh and Jacob's thoughts on their favorite bands and artists. This week, learn about the bands that made us fall in love with music, the bands that changed our lives, the bands that surprised us, our “guilty pleasures,” the bands we should have seen live by now, and our favorite live bands. Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Elses Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show)

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Bands of Your Life (Part 1)

Somebody Elseâ€™s Favorite Songs

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 43:01

Episode 1: Bands of Your Life (Part 1) A two-part “meet the hosts” discussion featuring Josh and Jacob's thoughts on their favorite bands and artists. This week, we will tell you about the bands we hate, the bands we think are overrated, the bands we think are underrated, our favorite bands, and bands we could listen to over and over. Our Website: https://www.sefs.show Facebook: Somebody Elses Favorite Songs (facebook.com/sefs.show)

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010: Three Little Words That Can Mess up Your Life (Part 2) — Need

Peace at Last!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020

In this second part of a miniseries on the words we say to ourselves that create tension and distress, today’s word is “Need.” Today we talk about: The psychological theories of needs, which are in fact theories of human motivation. Byron Katie’s radical approach to needs. Buddhist notions of taṇhā (thirst) and chanda (wholesome desire).Continue reading "010: Three Little Words That Can Mess up Your Life (Part 2) — Need"

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Fishing Lessons: Recognizing the Lord - 7/19/20 Sermon - Misty Creek Community Church

Misty Creek Community Church Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 35:14

What is Essential in Your Life Part 6: “FISHING LESSONS” 7/19/20 Sermon from Misty Creek Community Church Senior Pastor, Stephen Streett

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5. Finding God's Plan for Your Life Part 5 10.08.17

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 46:38

5. Finding God's Plan for Your Life Part 5 10.08.17 by Anchor Church Palos

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4. Finding God's Plan for Your Life Part 4 10.01.17

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 45:22

4. Finding God's Plan for Your Life Part 4 10.01.17 by Anchor Church Palos

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3. Finding God's Plan for Your LIfe Part 3 09.24.17

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 48:27

3. Finding God's Plan for Your LIfe Part 3 09.24.17 by Anchor Church Palos

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2. Finding God's Plan for Your Life Part 2 09.17.17

Chicane Presents Sun:Sets

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 48:27

2. Finding God's Plan for Your Life Part 2 09.17.17 by Anchor Church Palos

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009: Three Little Words That Can Mess up Your Life (Part 1) — Should

Peace at Last!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020

Are you “shoulding” all over yourself? The word “Should” happens to be one of the most insidious in the English language. In today’s episode, we talk about how: Psychoanalyst Karen Horney called “The Tyranny of the Should” this tendency to create an idealized self and a rejection of the real self. Albert Ellis spoke aboutContinue reading "009: Three Little Words That Can Mess up Your Life (Part 1) — Should"

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Chicane Sun:Sets Vol 288

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2020 60:52

In a week where everyone needs to escape into the SunSet, Chicane is back with a brand new show featuring music from Paul Oakenfold, BLR, Hans Zimmer, Jody Wisternoff, Lane 8, The Midnight and many more. 1. Hans Zimmer & Benjamin Wallfisch - All the Best Memories Are Hers2. Chicane - Time of Your Life Part 2 3. Chicane - Serendipity4. Soundtrack Selection: Chosen by Simon in Sydney, AustraliaLudovico Einaudi - Divenire (Taken from the Amazon show Hunters)5. Paul Oakenfold - Southern Sun (Matt Darey Chill Remix)6. Klangkarussell & GIVVEN - Ghostkeeper7. Tommy Baynen - Photograph 8. BLR - Feel It 9. Jody Wisternoff - Emochine10. Chicane - Halcyon (2020 Anniversary Mix)11. Lane 8 feat. POLIÇA - The Rope (Le Youth Extended Remix)12. Cornelius SA - Diamonds13. The Midnight - WeMoveForward

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105. Dom P Quartuccio: From Numbness To Greatness. How To Feel Your Way To A Happier Life

Stay Grounded with Raj Jana

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 55:24

“When you hear this thing, "These days, it’s difficult to be a man," don’t buy the bullshit. I think there has never been a better time to be a man than today.” Are you in touch with your feelings? Or do you deliberately ignore or push down your emotions because they’re too difficult to feel? Dominick Quartuccio used to be the alpha male - a ladies man, and a high-performer. He clocked up a 15-year career in financial services and earned a corner office in Times Square. In the traditional sense, Dom was a huge ‘success’. But despite all his achievements, inside he felt restless and numb. Dom realized that he’d shrunk his emotional world so severely; he didn’t know how to feel. As a result, he lost access to the infinite wisdom within. He couldn’t access his intuition and this meant his inner greatness remained locked away. Something had to change... Dom committed to feeling his emotions. He discovered that instead of being ‘evil’, his emotions provided invaluable data. They gave fire and color to his life. This experience caused Dom to walk away from his financial career and create a life more aligned with his purpose. Nowadays, Dom is an international speaker, executive coach, and outspoken leader for high-caliber men doing the inner work. As the co-host of The Great Man podcast, Dom empowers men to confront the life-changing topics most never speak about, but inwardly struggle with. Dom is also the author of Design Your Future and the facilitator of men’s retreats where he helps men design their next decade. “If the only catalyst for change in your life is waiting for some outside force to beat down upon you, then how in control of your life are you really?” In this episode, Dom and I explore: Why it’s a great time to be a manHow Dom ended up in Sex Addicts AnonymousHow you can lean into the courage to feelWhy you’re probably drifting through life - and what to do about it The difference between masculine and feminine energies - and why you need a balance of bothThe first step to discovering your purposeThe two competing men inside you And more…I believe we’re all being called to go deeper and explore the parts of our inner being that will lead to a happier, more fulfilled life. Dom is a master at making these challenging topics feel comfortable - giving you the confidence and the courage to take those first steps. There’s a Great Man within you… Dom is the man to help draw him out. “The antidote to drifting is intentionality.” How to contact www.DoInnerWork.comhttps://www.facebook.com/dquartucciohttps://www.instagram.com/dominickq/The Great Man podcast - https://www.doinnerwork.com/podcastEpisodes mentioned: The #1 Enemy to Living a Powerful LifeDesign the Next Decade of Your Life Part !Design the Next Decade of Your Life Part II11 Ideas to Design Your Morning RoutineLearn more about Dom’s masterminds at www.thegreatmanmastermind.comGet your free download - 5 Practices to Make You a Mentally Tougher ManWe thrive on your feedback, so if you’ve enjoyed this show, please rate us and leave us a review. And don’t forget to subscribe to ensure you never miss an episode again. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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10 Tips To Finding The Right Mate Part 4

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2019 18:28

10 Tips to Finding the Right Mate for Your Life Part 1 https://whileyouaresingle.org Preparing Singles for Wholesome Relationships Watch wyastv here: www.youtube.com/channel/UCPoP8GnS…Ij1tkwidbw/videos

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10 Tips To Finding The Right Mate Part 3

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2019 17:37

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10 Tips To Finding The Right Mate Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2019 18:40

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10 Tips To Finding The Right Mate Part 1