Haiti Mission Trip
Today we heard from the team that went to Haiti about how God used them in a variety of ways to further his kingdom. Jared spoke about how the mission field isn’t just someplace that we fly to, but it is all around us. The great commission in Matthew 28:19-20 can be translated “As you are going, make disciples…”
Do not Covet … Controlling Desires
Today we wrap up our series on the ten commandments by looking at controlling our desires: do not covet.
Ninth Commandment: Do Not Lie
For the most part, our culture has expected and understood that everybody lies. Sometimes it is to get ahead at work, to make people think better of them, to keep themselves out of trouble, to get a better grade at school, etc. However, nobody enjoys being lied to.
Myanmar Missions
Today we were blessed to have Pastor Ling and his wife Angela with us from Myanmar. He challenged us to share the good news of what Jesus has done in our lives globally and locally with our families, friends, and neighbors. Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 This week in our Hope Communities, we will be reviewing…
Seventh Commandment: Do Not Commit Adultery
God has not called us to impurity, but in holiness (1 Thessalonians 4:3-7).
The Sixth Commandment: Do Not Kill
Exodus 20:13 Human life is sacred. God is the Lord of life. Life must be protected. An angry hearts break the sixth commandment. Jesus is the refuge for our angry heart.
The Fifth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother
God has placed parents in the home with the responsibility and authority to lead, love and teach their children how to love and follow God. Therefore, honor your father and your mother.
The Sabbath: Rest for the Weary
The fourth commandment is “remember the Sabbath to keep it holy”. We must keep God’s progressive revelation throughout time in mind. Pastor Kevin walks us through scripture as we study the Sabbath.
The Third Commandment: How we carry His name
The name of God reveals and represents His nature and character.
Uganda Trip
Today we hear a report from our team that served in Uganda the past 2 weeks. Why do we do missions? Three reasons: Because we love God.Jesus gave us a commission to go in Matthew 28:19-20. In Matthew 22 He says if you love me you will keep my commandments. Because we love people.Also in Matthew 22:37-39 Jesus was asked “what is the greatest commandment?” He replied saying the “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart…