ANGER (Love Returned Series) Loving God With All Of Our Minds What is Anger? Anger is a powerful emotion that can arise when we feel wronged, hurt, or threatened. In the Bible, it is depicted as a reaction that can lead to both righteous indignation and sinful behavior. The Book of Proverbs offers profound wisdom on understanding, handling, and overcoming anger. What Actions Lead to Anger? Proverbs identifies several actions and attitudes that can provoke anger: Reckless Behavior: "A wise man fe...
Jun 23, 2024•39 min
Jun 16, 2024•44 min
Sunday June 9th Pastor Steve Rahter Proverbs - Diligence
Jun 09, 2024•27 min
Wisdom Love Returned Series LOVING GOD WILL ALL OF OUR MINDS The purpose of Wisdom? Wisdom, a beacon of light, empowers us to transform our lives into disciplined and successful ones. It guides us to discern what is right,, and fair, illuminating our path with divine clarity. (Proverbs 1:2-4) How do we gain Wisdom? 1. By the fear of the Lord—a reverent acknowledgment that we can do nothing good apart from Him. Therefore, we humbly seek His divine guidance in everything we say. (Proverbs 9:10) 2....
Jun 02, 2024•40 min
May 26, 2024•42 min
THE BATTLE OF THE SOUL Psalm 13 Amid life’s trials and tribulations, it’s common to echo the words of the Psalmist, asking, “How long, O Lord?” In Psalm 13, we see a heartfelt cry of desperation and longing for God’s intervention. As we delve into this passage, let’s reflect on our moments of waiting and how we can find hope and faith in their midst. The Cry of the Psalmist: The opening verses of Psalm 13 express the raw emotion of the Psalmist as they pour out their heart to God. They feel aban...
May 19, 2024•38 min
5-12 Anchored Psalms 6 Lorraine Kennedy
May 12, 2024•37 min
Restore Us, O Lord Love Returned Series Lamentations 5 Often, it takes reaching the depths of exhaustion and despair before we muster the resolve to change. Once we've tasted the richness of God's grace and strayed from its embrace, the stark contrast of a life steeped in sin becomes painfully evident. We find ourselves akin to forsaken wanderers (verse 3), cast onto the unforgiving streets, vulnerable and pleading for redemption. Deep within, we acknowledge that we ultimately bear responsibilit...
May 05, 2024•48 min
Apr 28, 2024•34 min
YET, STILL, I DARE TO HOPE Love Returned Series Lamentations 3 As we delve into Lamentations 3 and confront the harsh reality of our existence, we realize that despite being children of God and bearing the kingdom of heaven within us, we remain entrenched in a world marred by sin and suffering. Our anguish may stem from our transgressions or the wrongdoing of others. Jeremiah, the prophet, bore witness to the suffering of his people, a consequence of their refusal to heed divine warnings. While ...
Apr 21, 2024•22 min
4/14/24 It's Never Too Late! Pastor Steve Rahter Lamentations 2 Anger, Justice, Judgment, Mercy
Apr 14, 2024•23 min
In the tumultuous voyage of life, we inevitably encounter storms that shake the very foundations of our being. Amidst the struggles, our souls are tested, and our faith is challenged. How do we maintain our love and devotion to the Lord in the throes of despair? The Book of Lamentations serves as a beacon of light in the darkness, offering profound insights into the human experience of suffering and the enduring power of faith. As we journey through the verses of Lamentations 1, we are confronte...
Apr 08, 2024•45 min
NO GREATER LOVE pt. 2 (Resurrection Sunday) The Resurrection - Triumph over Death Continuing our exploration in "Love Returned," we turn our attention to the transformative power of Christ's resurrection, as echoed in John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." Defying Death: In the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we witness the ultimate triumph over death. Despite the darkness of the tomb, Jesus emerged victorious, breaking the chains of sin and deat...
Mar 31, 2024•32 min
3/24/24 Youth Sunday Love and the Heart Loving God & Others 1 John 4 & 5 Minister Joel Eugene
Mar 24, 2024•47 min
LOVING OTHERS LOVE RETURNED SERIES 1 Peter 4, 1 John 3 Loving God inherently involves loving others. It's not enough to claim devotion to God while harboring hatred for our fellow humans. As 1 John 4:20 asserts, if we fail to love those we can see, how can we claim to love God, whom we cannot see? 1 Peter 4 offers guidance for navigating adversity, with verse 8 as a poignant reminder: "Above all, maintain fervent love for one another because love covers a multitude of sins." This fervent love re...
Mar 17, 2024•27 min
Hometown Memories Rahter Song of Solomon 8:5-14
Mar 10, 2024•30 min
"Embraced by Love: Insights from Song of Solomon 7-8:4.” Solomon's profound love for his bride illustrates God's love for us. Just as Solomon cherishes every aspect of his beloved, God delights in every detail of our being. His love is not based on our performance or achievements but flows freely, embracing us. Even when we struggle with self-doubt or insecurity, God's love remains constant and unwavering. It's a love that surpasses understanding, reaching into the depths of our souls and liftin...
Mar 03, 2024•33 min
Echoes of Love Rekindles the Heart Song of Solomon 6 Dave Roberts
Feb 25, 2024•29 min
The Garden of Love Song of Solomon 5 Verse: Song of Solomon 5:1 (NIV) "I have come into my garden, my sister, my bride; I have gathered my myrrh with my spice. I have eaten my honeycomb and my honey; I have drunk my wine and my milk." In the sacred garden of our hearts, God desires to dwell. Just as the Lover in Song of Solomon joyfully enters the garden of his beloved, God longs to enter the garden of our hearts. What does it mean for our hearts to be His garden? Cultivating the Soil of Surrend...
Feb 18, 2024•42 min
Pastor Steve and Laurie Rahter Song of Solomon 4 "A Blessed Example" Themes - Devotion, faithfulness, encouragement, example
Feb 05, 2024•32 min
2/4/24 The Divine Game of Seek: Navigating Seasons of Withdrawal and Renewed Devotion Joshua Kennedy Song of Solomon 3:1-11 In the intricate dance of divine devotion, our connection with the Lord mirrors the essence of a profound game – a celestial hide-and-go-seek. In the sacred echoes of Song of Solomon 3:1-11, we discover seasons when the Almighty purposefully withdraws, not to abandon us but to kindle within us a fervent pursuit. As a father revels in the joy of his children seeking him in a...
Feb 04, 2024•32 min
1/28/24 Dear Solomon Song of Solomon 2:8-17 Pastor Steve Rahter Key topics - Longing, Intimacy, Obstacles
Jan 29, 2024•30 min
Do you recall the exhilaration of falling headlong into the enchanting embrace of love, that sacred moment when intimacy became an indelible part of your story? "Awakened Love," as depicted in the Song of Solomon, transcends the ordinary, revealing a divine tapestry woven with threads of passion and spiritual connection. These verses explore the profound parallels between human love and the intimate relationship the Lord desires with His beloved, the church. Verse 1:15: “How beautiful you are, m...
Jan 21, 2024•42 min
1/14/23 A Model of Love Pastor Steve & Laurie Rahter Song of Solomon 1:1-14 Love Returned Series Song of Solomon 1:1-14Song of Solomon 1:1-14Song of Solomon 1:1-14
Jan 14, 2024•39 min
1/7/23 Love Returned Pastor Joshua Kennedy and Deone Braithwaite
Jan 07, 2024•29 min
From Glory to Glory 12/31/23 Joel Eugine 2 CORINTHIANS 3:18
Dec 31, 2023•49 min
THE GIFT OF THE SPIRIT BE STRONG SERIES Ephesians 6:17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. I am a big football fan. My favorite teams have a strong defense, yet if their offense is not good, they usually do not win. If the offense is poor, the team will spend most of the game on defense, and eventually, the de...
Dec 24, 2023•52 min
Embracing the Shield of Faith: Triumph over Every Fiery Attack of the Evil One Eph. 6:16 Minister David Roberts
Dec 17, 2023•29 min
Sunday December 10th Guard Your Heart Ephesians 6:14 Pastor Steve Rahter Key words: Truth, Righteousness, Armor
Dec 10, 2023•26 min
Dave Roberts Date: November 26, 2023 Standing in the full armor Eph 6:13
Nov 27, 2023•37 min
