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Tear Down This Wall!

Introduction:  In the summer of 1987, President Ronald Reagan stood in front of the Berlin Wall and demanded of his Soviet counterpart, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!”  Within two short years that massive wall that had separated east and west Germany since 1961 was torn down by citizens on both sides of the wall.  Today, we are going to look at an even greater barrier that has been removed forever.

The Three Most Important Words in the Bible

Introduction:  Our study of the book of Ephesians has brought us to the most familiar verses of this entire book.  Today we are going to discover the three words that can change your life and your eternity.

The Way We Were

Introduction:  “The Way We Were” is not only the title of a popular love song from the 70’s but it is a way to describe the spiritual condition of anyone before they experience the transforming grace of God.  The first seven verses of Ephesians 2 represent a “spiritual MRI” of the spiritual condition of every non-Christian.

Power Surge!

Introduction:  Most Christians go through life completely unaware of the spiritual “horsepower” God has provided to them.  Today, we are going to look under the hood to discover the spiritual energy that is available to very believer who knows how to access it.

When Darkness Overcomes The Light

Introduction: Many Christmas sermons center on the promise that the light of Christ’s coming overshadows the darkness of the world.  Yet, why is it that the darkness of today’s world seems to have eclipsed the light of Christ’s arrival in Bethlehem 2,000 years ago?

How Do I Prepare For The End Times?

Introduction:  The Bible never divorces the truth of Christ’s return from everyday living.  Today, in this final message, we are going to discover how we should prepare for the certainty of the return of Jesus Christ.

Christmas Devotional | Light of the World with Dr. Robert Jeffress

On the last day of our Christmas devotional series, Dr. Robert Jeffress teaches us the power of Jesus as the “Light of the World.” In this episode, look at Isaiah 9:2 and learn about the life-giving Light that pierces the darkness and conquers sin and death.

Christmas Devotional | Lamb of God with Emmanuel Pandula

On the ninth day of our Christmas devotional, Director of Online Ministry, Emmanuel Pandula, reminds us the importance of taking time to behold the “Lamb of God.” In this episode, look at John 1:29 and be encouraged to avoid distractions and focus on Jesus.

Christmas Devotional | Prince of Peace with Jared Haas

On the eighth day of our Christmas devotional, Associate Minister to Junior High Students, Jared Haas, encourages us with the truth that Jesus is the “Prince of Peace.” In this episode, look at Isaiah 9:6 and learn how He alone brings true peace, restoration, reconciliation, and redemption in this world.

Christmas Devotional | Everlasting Father with Barry Ford

On the seventh day of our Christmas devotional, Minister to Young Married Adults, Barry Ford, talks about the enduring care and guidance of Jesus, described as “Everlasting Father.” In this episode, look at Isaiah 9:6 and learn about the fatherly and nurturing role that the Messiah plays towards us.