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Colossians chapter 1 does a beautiful job describing the supremacy of Christ over all creation and His redemptive work that frees believers from accusation and guilt. There's nothing we have to "do" except make sure we're standing firm in faith, understanding our reconciliation with God through Christ's sacrifice, and resisting the voice of the accuser. We need regular reminders that Christianity is not about behavior modification but about a relationship with God based on Christ's finished w...

The transformative power of understanding our identity as sons and daughters of God is key to our growth as Believers. Drawing from Galatians 4, we learn that Jesus came to redeem us from the burden of trying to earn salvation through our own efforts. By accepting Christ's finished work on the cross, we are freed from a slavery mindset and can embrace our position as heirs to God's kingdom. The message encourages us to let go of guilt, shame, and striving, and instead live from a place o...

The kindness of God that leads us to repentance, not His anger or judgment. This weeks sermon explores Romans 1-2 to understand God's perspective on sin, focusing on how all people, not just specific groups, fall short of His glory. The key lesson is that as Christians, our role is not to condemn others self-righteously, but to humbly share God's love and kindness, which has the power to transform lives. By recognizing the depth of God's love for us despite our own shortcomings, we can e...

This message delves into the heart of true worship, using the story of King David dancing before the Lord with reckless abandon as he brought the ark into Jerusalem. We learn that worship is not about maintaining our dignity or worrying about others' perceptions, but rather pursuing a deep connection with God. It's time for us to embrace the freedom to be undignified in our expressions of worship, whether that means lifting our hands, bowing down, or even leaping and dancing. By letting ...

This message focuses on the story of Peter and John healing the lame man at the temple gate in Acts 3-4. The key lesson is that it's not by our own power or holiness that God works miracles, but through faith in the name of Jesus. We can't earn salvation or healing through our good deeds. Rather, spending time in relationship with Jesus is what transforms us to walk in spiritual boldness and courage, even in the face of opposition. The passage challenges us to consider what we are known for -...

Sermon Summary: This week we explored the story of Peter's denial of Jesus and his subsequent restoration, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with Christ after moments of failure or betrayal. Beginning with highlighting how Jesus prayed ahead of time for Peter, knowing he would face trials and temptations. Despite Peter's denial, Jesus later reinstates him, asking three times if Peter loves Him. The sermon encourages us to follow Peter's path of repentance and restoration, rather than...