I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5 (NIV) The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) But...
Jun 19, 2016•45 min
Misconceptions of Joy I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and me in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5 (NIV) The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft, hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions and envy; drunkenness, orgies. And the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God. Gala...
Jun 12, 2016•29 min
So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are in conflict with each other, so that you are not to do whatever you want. But if you are led by the Spirit, you are not under the law. Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfis...
Jun 05, 2016•40 min
To TEACH you how to read AND apply God’s Word to your life. To HELP you see your life from God’s perspective. For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. Hebrews 4:12 (NLT) Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15-16 (NIV) The internal work won...
May 29, 2016•48 min
To TEACH you how to read AND apply God’s Word to your life. For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. Hebrews 4:12 (NLT) To HELP you see your life from God’s perspective. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every...
May 22, 2016•47 min
To TEACH you how to read AND apply God’s Word to your life. For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. Hebrews 4:12 (NLT) The bible is not a book you read through… It’s a book that reads through you. To HELP you see your life from God’s perspective. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in ...
May 15, 2016•42 min
To teach you how to read and apply God’s word to your life. To help you see your life from God’s perspective. Hebrews 4:12 (NIV) For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV) All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroug...
May 08, 2016•35 min
One Child Matters is a child development organization helping to meet the physical and spiritual needs of children in poverty-stricken areas of the world. By connecting ONE sponsor to ONE child, they ensure children receive food, education, medical aid, and hope in Jesus. There is only ONE mission. He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. Mark 16:15 (NIV) If we aren’t careful… we can compartmentalize the simplicity of what Jesus asked us to do… and treat oth...
May 01, 2016•41 min
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 (NIV) “…I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will take you as my own people, and I will be your God…” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) The Cup of Sanctification...
Apr 24, 2016•43 min
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 (NIV) “…I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will take you as my own people, and I will be your God…” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will bring you out” = ...
Apr 17, 2016•42 min
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 (NIV) “…I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will take you as my own people, and I will be your God…” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) The Cup of Sanctification...
Apr 10, 2016•48 min
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 (NIV) “…I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment.” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) “I will take you as my own people, and I will be your God…” Exodus 6:6-7 (NIV) The Cup of Sanctification...
Apr 03, 2016•42 min
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. John 10:10 (NIV) Message Title: “Remember” So I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and are firmly established in the truth you now have. I think it is right to refresh your memory… 2 Peter 1:12-15 (NIV) And I will make every effort to see that after my departure you will always be able to remember these things. 2 Peter 1:12-15 (NIV) Leaving that region,...
Mar 27, 2016•37 min
Now this is what the LORD Almighty says: “Give careful thought to your ways. You have planted much, but have harvested little. You eat, but never have enough. You drink, but never have your fill. You put on clothes, but are not warm. You earn wages, only to put them in a purse with holes in it.” This is what the LORD Almighty says: “Give careful thought to your ways.” Haggai 1:5-7 (NIV) “The Way Out” But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can ...
Mar 20, 2016•45 min
Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. 1 Timothy 6:9-10 (NIV) For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs. 1 Timothy 6:9-10 (NIV) Earning (Avg. household income = $52,000 / TOP 1% in the world!) Spending (More than 70% of Americans don’t have a monthly written budget.) Saving (Emerg...
Mar 06, 2016•44 min
Message Title: God’s Will “What is God’s will for my life?” 1. We don’t trust God. I ask—ask the God of our Master, Jesus Christ, the God of glory—to make you intelligent and discerning in knowing him personally… Ephesians 1:17-18 (MSG) …your eyes focused and clear, so that you can see exactly what it is he is calling you to do, grasp the immensity of this glorious way of life he has for his followers, oh, the utter extravagance of his work in us who trust him… Ephesians 1:17-18 (MSG) We can onl...
Feb 28, 2016•34 min
Message Title: “Holiness” So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. You didn’t know any better then. 1 Peter 1:14-16 (NLT) But now you must be holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is holy. For the Scriptures say, “You must be holy because I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:14-16 (NLT) What is the BATHWATER of Holiness? Incorrect Information Holy = Set apart for God’s purpose Holiness is NOT perfection. Holiness is th...
Feb 21, 2016•41 min
Message Title: “Sex” An “ABSITNENCE = APPROVAL” understanding Where GOD wants us to see PARAMETERS FOR PROTECTION, RELIGION wants us to see PARAMETERS FROM PUNISHMENT. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 (NIV) A “DO WHAT YOU FEEL” mentality Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake their ways and the unrighteous their thoughts. Let them turn to the Lord, and he will have merc...
Feb 14, 2016•39 min
Message Title: “PRAYER” Prayer = communication with God The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth. Psalm 145:18-19 (NLT) Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) Pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:5:17 (NIV) What is the “Bathwater” of Prayer? Ignorance ‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’ ...
Feb 07, 2016•42 min
I believe our success in the years and generations to come… will be marked by our FIGHT this year. Message Title: “The RIGHT Fight” What is the WRONG fight? The FIGHT to be RIGHT Again I say, don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights. A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. 2 Timothy 2:23-24 (NLT) The FIGHT for SELF-PROMOTION Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble...
Jan 31, 2016•38 min
Message Title: “Fight For Your Family” A deep concern They said to me, “Those who survived the exile and are back in the province are in great trouble and disgrace. The wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire.” Nehemiah 1:3-4 (NIV) When I heard these things, I sat down and wept. For some days I mourned and fasted and prayed before the God of heaven. Nehemiah 1:3-4 (NIV) The first step in rebuilding the wall and fighting for your family is taking a look at what'...
Jan 24, 2016•35 min
Message Title: “The Spiritual Fight” Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Ephesians 6:10-12 (NIV) Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. Ephesians 6:10-12 (NIV) For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesians 6:10-12 (NIV) So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but...
Jan 17, 2016•45 min
Message Title: “A Church in The Fight” To lead people into a NEW LIFE of Freedom in Jesus “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.” Luke 4:18-19 (NIV) “He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” Luke 4:18-19 (NIV) …I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Matthew 16:18 (KJV) The Church is the...
Jan 10, 2016•43 min
But we do not belong to those who shrink back and are destroyed, but to those who have faith and are saved. Hebrews 10:39 (NIV) Message Title: The FIGHT for Vision Where there is no vision, the people perish… Proverbs 29:18 (KJV) Write down the vision; write it clearly on clay tablets so whoever reads it can run to tell others. Habakkuk 2:2 (NCV) They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the vi...
Jan 03, 2016•46 min
Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) Freedom Church exists to lead people into a NEW LIFE of freedom in JESUS. Message Title: “Crossing Over” Immediately after this … Matthew 14:22 (NLT) Jesus insisted that his disciples get back into the boat and cross to the other side of the lake, while he sent the ...
Dec 27, 2015•39 min
Christmas Eve Message Title: “All is Bright” In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to their own town to register. Luke 2:1-7 (NIV) So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pled...
Dec 27, 2015•34 min
Message Title: “Choose Joy Joy = “Khara” / cheerfulness, calm, to be well, delight, to thrive In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to their own town to register. Luke 2:1-20 (NIV) So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David....
Dec 20, 2015•38 min
“Stay in Awe” Awe: A feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder Let the godly sing for joy to the Lord; it is fitting for the pure to praise him. Praise the Lord with melodies on the lyre; make music for him on the ten-stringed harp. Sing a new song of praise to him play skillfully on the harp, and sing with joy. Psalm 33:1-8 (NLT) For the word of the Lord holds true and we can trust everything he does. He loves whatever is just and good; the unfailing love of the Lord fills the ea...
Dec 13, 2015•46 min
Message Title: “Find Peace” For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. Isaiah 9:6 (NIV) And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 (NIV) Don’t imagine that I came to bring peace to the earth! I came not to bring peace, but a sword. Matthew 10:34 (NLT) Jesus’ goal was not peace on earth… it was peace in you. I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world yo...
Dec 06, 2015•36 min
Tension: sense of conflict, or a pulling force The Tension Between CHURCH and CULTURE Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Matthew 28:18-20 (NLT) Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:18-20 (NLT) Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew ...
Dec 01, 2015•50 min
