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“Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4)

January 3, 2013

Jesus was tempted by Satan in the same three ways as Eve. However, Jesus responded with Scripture to Satan’s attack. Jesus doesn’t question God’s Word, He stands on it! Who do you want to be like, the one who doubts the Word or the One who stands on it?

How to Grow as a Disciple

September 23, 2012 | Matthew 28:18-20 | discipleship

Justin Norden offers an encouraging message from Matthew 28:18-20 entitled “How to Grow as a Disciple.”

iCommit to Contribute to God’s Kingdom

August 19, 2012 | Matthew 20:25-28 | generosity, three commitments

Pastor Gary Combs concludes the 4-part series “iCommit” with this message from Matthew 20. In the book of Matthew, the mother of James and John asked Jesus for seats of authority for her sons on either side of Jesus. Jesus told her and all the disciples that following Him was not a call to be great in the way the world sees things. He said that the greatness they were called to was called servanthood. He told them to follow His example of service by being willing to contribute all that they had in serving God.

iCommit: Three Simple Commitments

July 29, 2012 | Matthew 4:19-20 | three commitments

Pastor Gary Combs begins a new 4-part sermon series entitled “iCommit.” This series begins from Christ’s call to his disciples in Matthew 4 to “come” and “follow.” In this culture of chaotic busyness, Christ’s simple call to follow him helps us focus on what really matters.

Faith: Passing On a Godly Legacy

July 8, 2012 | Matthew 19:13-15 | parenting

Pastor Gary Combs concludes the “Family Feud” sermon series with this last message about how to pass the baton of faith on to the next generation. This message is taken from Matthew 19:13-15 where Jesus rebuked his disciples for hindering the little children to come to him. This message helps parents understand the importance of leading their children to Jesus and not being a spiritual hindrance to their faith.

“Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you” (Matthew 28:20)

February 14, 2012

This is not a new list of “don’ts” to keep. These commands are the description of Kingdom living for those who call Christ, King. They are a like landmarks confirming that you are following the way of the Master. Only those who have died and been reborn in Christ can keep these.

“Keep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak!” (Matthew 26:41)

February 9, 2012

Is there something about watching and praying that aligns the body with the spirit? Jesus says so. Are you aware of what tempts you? Are you praying that God lead you away from it and deliver you from its evil grasp? Wake up sleeper and pray!

“The Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come” (Matthew 24:14)

February 5, 2012

According to www.joshuaproject.net there are 6,954 people groups (out of 16,789 worldwide) still not reached. Most of these are in the 10/40 window. Who will go and tell them?

“Give to Caesar what belongs to Caesar, and give to God what belongs to God” (Matthew 22:21)

February 2, 2012

God has ordained human kings and nations. They are ministers of justice (albeit imperfect). Jesus said to “render unto Caesar.” He didn’t call them to lawlessness. As April 15th approaches and we begin a presidential election year, remember your dual citizenship status.

“You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it” (Matthew 21:22)

January 31, 2012

The currency of the Kingdom is asking. A child holds out her hand for food asking and a mother gives willingly. Children are experts at asking. Adults forget how to ask. And they forget how to pray. What are you asking God for today?