Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In the 9th sermon of the series, we explore our relationship with the rest of the global population in order to see how rich we are, and what we are to do with our richness.
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In the 8th sermon of the series, we at whether or not we're avoiding relational opportunities we have right in front of us TODAY by excusing it in the name of SOMEDAY.
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In the 7th sermon of the series, we look at the most important relationships - our relationship with God. Is that relationship primary in your life? Does the Divine lead your relationships, or your personal desires?
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In the 6th sermon of the series, we look at what James has to say about wisdom in our relationships.
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In the fifth installment, we talk about the importance of our words and how they can effect the people around us daily.
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In this fourth installment, we see how our faith in God and in others can effect our relationships.
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In part 3 of this series, the notion of favoritism is addressed to see where it exists in our relatinships, and how we can move past receiving the heart of people rather than just their face.
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In this second installment of the Relate-Able series, we explore the anger prevalent in so many of our relationships, and process how to use the anger constructively rather than destructively. We must master or anger, or it will master us!
Relationships are the essence of our existence. They're all around us and what we're wired for. Therefore, it is essential for us to understand how to be RELATE-ABLE with one another. In the first installment of this series, the ground rules for being Relate-Able are laid out. What are some essential building blocks that must be in place for our relationships to be meaningful and last?
Focus is so difficult to come by these days. We find ourselves distracted by all the things we say yes to. And while may things we say yes to are good things - are they great? This message explores both Nehemiah and Jesus's ability to stay committed to the great work they said yes to even amidst a lot of other distractions. From their example we can learn how to filter our decisions through the great work God has given us in each season of our life.
In this sermon we look at Moses' encounter with God and the burning bush we see in Exodus 3. In a time when there were so many gods, Moses asks an often overlooked question, "Which God are you?"
This video is both the 9AM and 10:45AM services combined from August 17, 2014. The "message" portion of the service was a Q&A where people in the congregation wrote in questions, and the staff did their best to respond.
The ancient letter of Galatians was all about grace, but for the people receiving the letter were adding to grace. Paul writes the letter to truly define, defend, and champion the Gospel of Grace. In this message, chapter 5 of the letter is unpacked to gain an understanding of what a life being transformed by Jesus should like like.
The ancient letter of Galatians was all about grace, but the people receiving the letter were adding to grace. Paul writes the letter to truly define, defend, and champion the Gospel of Grace. In this message, chapter 4 of the letter is unpacked to gain a perspective from both the original recipients of the letter, as well as from who wrote it. By doing so, a new understanding emerges that intersects with our lives today.
The ancient letter of Galatians was all about grace, but the people receiving the letter were adding to grace. Paul writes the letter to truly define, defend, and champion the Gospel of Grace. In this message, chapter 3 of the letter is unpacked to see where all the rules of the Old Testament fit in to the life of a Christian, and how that relates to our everyday lives.
The ancient letter of Galatians was all about grace, but the people receiving the letter were adding to grace. Paul writes the letter to truly define, defend, and champion the Gospel of Grace. In this message, chapter 2 of the letter is unpacked to see how there are things in life worth fighting for, and one in particular is the Gospel of Grace.
The ancient letter of Galatians was all about grace, but the people receiving the letter were adding to grace. Paul writes the letter to truly define, defend, and champion the Gospel of Grace. In this message, chapter 1 of the letter is unpacked to gain an understanding of the one, true gospel, and why one is so difficult yet necessary to grasp in a culture of options.
Having faith is completely unreasonable because it's putting your trust in something you can't see. Is such a statement really true? In this message, we bust this myth to see the evidence behind living by faith, as well as how faith and science are not mutually exclusive categories.
This is fourth and final part of the Growing Up series exploring what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. In this message, attention is given to the final part of the process of becoming a disciple of Jesus - Shining to Others for Christ. Looking at Paul's words to the Philippians, we unpack four practical ways to help others see Christ in and through our lives.
This is third part of the Growing Up series exploring what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. In this message, five spiritual growth catalysts are unpacked that the first Christians relied on to grow and spur on their faith. They're also catalysts that Jesus applied in his life too. By understanding these spiritual growth catalysts - one is able to get a better grasp on what it means to Rise to Life in Christ. Text: Acts 2:42-47
Is it possible to miss moments that God puts before you? In this message, Pastor Brandon shares of his encounter with the renowned magician - David Blaine. Feeling as if he may have missed a moment that God gave him, Brandon finishes the conversation he wished he had with David Blaine in hopes that God will redeem this missed moment.
Parenting is an unbelievable gift and responsibility. It can be extremely overwhelming, yet exhilarating and fulfilling. But above all, parenting is God's way of letting the next generation know about Jesus. This message focuses on God's heart for parenting by exploring the aspects of Purpose, Precedence, Presence, and Partnership in parenting.
This is second part of the Growing Up series exploring what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. In this message, attention is given to the first part of the process of becoming a disciple of Jesus - Waking Up to Jesus. Looking at the Exodus story as a backdrop, a connection is made between that story, the message of Jesus to repent and believe, and what that means for us today.
This is the introduction message to our new Growing Up series exploring what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. This message is an overview of the process of growing in your faith and following Jesus more andmore using common language that familiar to all who attend or visit Rise City Church.
In a time when tales of the dead and apocalypse fill our TV and movies screens, what if spent more time being captivated by the story of life? In this Easter message, God's vision to Ezekiel of a valley of dry bones is explored to discover the reality of those bones being resurrected to new life and what that means for us today.
This is the sixth and final message in the Rise Of A King series exploring living a life of significance. In the series, we're looking at the life of David before he become King David in 1 Samuel 16 and 17. In this particular message, attention is given to why pursuing a life of significance matters. What's the point? What's at stake? Watch and find out!
This is the fifth message in the Rise Of A King series exploring living a life of significance. In the series, we're looking at the life of David before he become King David in 1 Samuel 16 and 17. In this particular message, attention is given to the confidenc e we often lack - but should possess - in God.
