Sermons by Jared Via (Page 16)
The Prodigal Son, part 1
Jesus was a friend of sinners. He received people where they were, so he could take them where they needed to be.
His Way is Better than Mine
Storms will come in life. But when you’re in the midst of the storm, remember who He is, remember what He has done, remember that His way is better than ours.
Vision, Mission, and Core Values
Hope Valley: vision, mission, and core values
The Non-Negotiables, part 2
Today we continue to explore several non-negotiables of our faith: Sin and God’s plan of salvation.
Faith is Demonstrated by Our Prayers
Seek the face of God. Pray for the will of God. Trust the purpose of God.
Faith is Demonstrated by Perspective
It’s not just about adding the words “Lord willing” to OUR plans.
It’s about directly seeking the will of God for HIS plans.
Faith is Demonstrated by Humility
Faith is Demonstrated by Humility
Faith is Demonstrated by our Words
Faith is Demonstrated by our Words
Faith is Demonstrated by our Response to Temptation
Sin will take you further than you wanted to go, keep you longer than you wanted to stay, cost you more than you wanted to pay. Message taken from James 1:13-18 1. The Truth about Temptation: We are responsible. 2. The Process of Temptation: Temptation is the enticement to fulfill a God-given desire in a God-forbidden way. Desire Deception Disobedience Death 3. The Result of Temptation: Sin is deceitful Sin is devastating Sin is deadly How can we resist temptation and…
Faith is demonstrated by our response to trials
Message taken from James 1:2-12. What are Trials? Trials: adversity, affliction or trouble: sent or allowed by God that serve to test or prove one’s character, faith and holiness. There are two facts about Trials: 1. They are coming: 1 Peter 4:12-13 2. They come in various kinds: financial, relational, physical, emotional, spiritual, professional Why do they come? 1. They reveal our heart 2. They test and strengthen our faith 3. They produce character How can we rejoice in them?…