After resurrection, Jesus remains on earth for a symbolic 40 days. 40 has powerful symbolism in scripture, beginning with the story of Noah and the 40 days and nights of rain that cleanses of the past and prepares for the future. When Moses leaves Egypt he spends 40 years in Midian becoming a shepherd. Jesus begins his ministry with 40 days and nights in the wilderness in a time of cleansing and preparation. The 40 days between the resurrection and Jesus' ascension into heaven are no less symbol...
Jul 28, 2020•36 min
The Gospel of Matthew begins with the birth of Immanuel - God With Us. It ends with Jesus promising that "I Am with you always, even to the end of the age." As Risen Lord, Jesus is the King of the Universe and commissions us to spread the news of His victory and love to all around us. We speak, walk, and teach in His authority, NOT OUR OWN. He is with us "all the days," until He comes again. When He will still be with us! To investigate this most important of stories further, go here ....
Jul 28, 2020•38 min
Jesus' resurrection begins New Creation, the penultimate phase of God's plan. He is the firstfruits, the prototype of what/who we will be when the new heaven AND NEW EARTH are here (2 Peter 3:13). Timing is important: Jesus went first. Our day will come WHEN HE DOES. The goal is that God may be all in all. The greatest outcome and destiny and purpose of God Himself and of all humanity will be fulfilled. He knit you together so you would be part of it. To investigate this most important of storie...
Jul 28, 2020•36 min
Faulty expectations always lead to disappointment. Jesus' disciples expect a very different sort of Messiah from what they got. He was by and large far quieter, gentler, and more under the radar than they ever thought He'd be. We may expect Him to provide us with prosperity and ease - the health and wealth several popular teachers espouse. The evening of His resurrection, Jesus comes up alongside two disciples on their road to Emmaus. They are so focused on their disappointment that they don't n...
Jul 28, 2020•40 min
Jesus' resurrection vindicates everything He's ever said as true (Mark 8). It proves His deity (Romans 1). It releases us from bondage (Romans 4:23-25). It entitles Him to and places Him in a position of greatest glory. Thomas is the peak of the Gospel of John when he exclaims, "My Lord and My God!" John's masterpiece has 7 I Am statements, 7 signs, underscored with his postlude in 20:30-31. C.S. Lewis put it best: either Jesus is a Liar, a Lunatic, or the Lord. You decide. To investigate this m...
Jul 21, 2020•42 min
God promises in Leviticus 26:11 that "I will put my dwelling place among you... I will walk among you and be your God, and you will be my people." God makes His dwelling among us in Christ Jesus (John 1:14). God's people's identity is derived from His faithfulness and from their special relationship with Him. He brings peace that lasts forever. Ezekiel 37:23-26. God will cleanse His people, they will all have one shepherd, and a covenant of peace that lasts forever will be put in place. Peace co...
Jul 21, 2020•33 min
Mary Magdalene seems to be deliberately chosen instead of the disciples' "pillars," Peter and John, to be the sole witness to Jesus' resurrection on Easter morning. She is commissioned to share the first Gospel message to all others. The plan begun with Abraham has reached its primary goal in the resurrection of the Messiah. The time is fulfilled as the journey begun in the garden of Eden is transformed by the empty garden tomb, all pointing to the final stage of Eden's restoration in Revelation...
Jul 21, 2020•39 min
We can look back and see that time after time, God has come through for His people. He has NEVER failed them. Time after time, He has used the worst of circumstances and even the worst of intentions of those who would do them harm, and has instead worked things for good. ( Romans 8:28 ) The Coronavirus Pandemic will be no different. To investigate this most important of stories further, go here ....
Apr 10, 2020•32 min
As the pandemic shifts our relationships and creates a new normal, we can still BE Jesus to those around us. In fact, we are CALLED to do so, and do so with imagination and joy as His vessels of care in the face of uncertainty. To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Apr 10, 2020•33 min
Worshipping God is more than singing a few songs at him once a week. Or at least it should be! To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Apr 10, 2020•33 min
A timely reminder that when things seem out of our control, we are always safe in the hands of a God who loves us. To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Mar 16, 2020•42 min
Originally recorded on March 8, 2020. This is the first in Larry's new series "A Worshipful Life". The scripture reference is 1 Chronicles 16:8-15, 23-36. To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Mar 16, 2020•30 min
This is the last installment in the "From Now On - Living As New Creations" Series. The beginning of the sermon was missed, but the what was recorded, still conveys the message. Originally recorded on March 1, 2020. To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Mar 16, 2020•23 min
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Mar 01, 2020•32 min
February 2, 2020. A dramatic narrative sermon performed by Larry Mudd from the perspective of Adam. This is audio only. If you wish to see the video version, click here . To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Feb 29, 2020•39 min
Enjoy another episode from Larry's sermon series "From Now On". To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Feb 18, 2020•39 min
2 Corinthians 5:17 To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Jan 15, 2020•28 min
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Jan 07, 2020•34 min
Recorded at Oakhaven Church on January 5, 2020. To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Jan 07, 2020•35 min
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Dec 10, 2019•33 min
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Nov 19, 2019•39 min
1 Corinthians 12:12-27 To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Nov 05, 2019•33 min
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Oct 28, 2019•24 min
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Oct 22, 2019•25 min
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Oct 17, 2019•25 min
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Oct 17, 2019•31 min
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Oct 17, 2019•25 min
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Oct 17, 2019•23 min
Dwight Dietz - September 15, 2019 To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Sep 28, 2019•19 min
Pat Crowe - September 8, 2019 To investigate this most important of stories further, go here .
Sep 28, 2019•22 min
