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Parable of the Good Samaritan

Parable of the Good Samaritan The Parable of the Good Samaritan is only found in the gospel of Luke. (Luke 10:25-37) Jesus uses it to explain what it means to love your neighbor. Jesus told the story of the Good Samaritan in response to a question He was asked by an expert in  “the law”.   This expert asked Jesus, “what – Click to Read More

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Understanding the Parables of Jesus

UNDERSTANDING THE PARABLES OF JESUS Introduction Today we are beginning a series on the parables of Jesus.  Jesus used parables to help teach spiritual truths about the meaning of the Kingdom of God, the importance of prayer, the nature of love, and other important topics. They are found in the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) They form approximately one third – Click to Read More

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I know a guy…

 I KNOW A GUY I know a guy!  Recently we built a new house and I decided to be the “builder”.  So, I needed to find a good electrician, plumber, painter, finish man, etc.  I began asking people I knew who were in the construction field if they could give me a referral for any of these trades.  They would – Click to Read More

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7 Reasons Why Jesus Came – Merry Christmas

7 REASONS WHY JESUS CAME TO THE WORLD Merry Christmas to each and every one of you.  It truly is a time of joy, hope, and peace.   Christians around the world are preparing to celebrate the birth of Jesus.  Immanuel – God with us (Mt.1:23), the son of God – a true miracle.  Of course, every child is a miracle, – Click to Read More

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7 Tips for a Better Christmas

7 Tips for a Better Christmas Here are 7 tips for a better Christmas.  Christmas for some can be stressful.  There are often additional activities that have to be taken care of, all the presents that need to be bought, family get-togethers, etc. All the activities that should be fun and joyful often become exhausting and trying. Make sure to – Click to Read More

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Vocal Gifts – Don’t be ignorant

Vocal Gifts This is the last of our 4 part series on “Don’t Be Ignorant about Spiritual Gifts.” There are nine spiritual gifts listed in 1 Corinthians 12 that Paul admonishes us too not be ignorant about.  To help better explain and understand each gift we have put them into 3 categories.  They are Revelation Gifts,  Power Gifts, and Vocal – Click to Read More

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Power Gifts – Don’t Be Ignorant about Spiritual Gifts – part three

Power Gifts – Don’t Be Ignorant This is the third of our four part series – “Don’t Being Ignorant about Spiritual Gifts”.  There are 9 spiritual or charismatic gifts listed in 1 Corinthians 12.  To help better explain and understand each gift we are putting them in 3 categories;  Revelation Gifts,  Power Gifts, and Vocal Gifts.  Last time we explained  – Click to Read More

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Revelation Gifts – Don’t Be Ignorant About Spiritual Gifts – part two

Revelation Gifts – Don’t Be Ignorant This is the second of our four-part series – “Don’t Be Ignorant about Spiritual Gifts”.  There are 9 spiritual or charismatic gifts listed in 1 Corinthians 12.  To help better explain and understand each gift we are putting them in 3 categories: Revelation Gifts, Power Gifts, and Vocal Gifts.  We will cover each category – Click to Read More

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Don’t Be Ignorant about Spiritual Gifts – part one

Don’t Be Ignorant About Spiritual Gifts The Apostle Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 12:1, “Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be IGNORANT…”  So, why are we so ignorant concerning spiritual gifts?  Why is there so much division and misunderstanding within the church about spiritual gifts?   It is because the devil is at work trying – Click to Read More