This series will discuss the need for God's presence in our life. "The root of anxiety is fear." Listen, as guest speakers Aaron & Stephanie talk about their time spent in Kenya and how it changed their lives. Instead, he followed the voices in his head that had been tormenting him for some time and headed for San Antonio, Texas to begin the assignment that he felt those voices were giving him. Authority is given to us from God for many things. We will continue to monitor the situation week by week and hope to resume normal weekend services . Why did Jesus come? Listen as Pastor Matt speaks about our role and responsibilities as a Christian. 3 I will call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be And notice what our text says he will do during those days. read more, Scripture: Listen as he talks about the David's heart for the people. Remember how I said at the start of this sermon that this was a story that was both heartbreaking but also heartwarming. So on those days when you find yourself in a dark place and you dont feel that God is close to you, go to his Word and trust what he tells you there. Aric B. Flemming, Jr. Assistant Director, Doctoral Programs. When we pursue the future without striving to do Gods will, we practice arrogance. Listen as Pastor Matt talks about Grace and Mercy in his new series Loophole. Listen as Pastor Matt preaches a special sermon titled "The Temple". Enjoy this exploration into the book of Ruth as we discover its meaning and application for our every day lives. 8 I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. "The word LOVE is God himself, it us not part of him or an attribute of him. He removed temptation in all its forms Our church, being that it is over 180 years old, has gone through many different seasons, but the Lord continues to call this church family together for his sake and for his glory. Dealing with people who live under the false hope of "I will be happy .? But an amazing thing happened on the way back home. So lets do that this morning, shall we? Grace is like a Loophole, because we deserve judgement. read more, Scripture: Listen, as Pastor Matt concludes the series "The Wilderness". Officials at Fairpark Baptist Church in Edgecliff Village apologized for comments about slavery made by Mike Keller, a Duggar family in-law who gave a guest sermon at the church on June 25. Listen, as Pastor Matt continues the series "The Wilderness" this week he is speaking about John the Baptist. "Those that hunger over the truth will find the truth." 00:00. It is God himself." Another way of asking that it, what are our rights? We know that the answers to these questions are found in a real relationship with Jesus Christ and His people. He was a college graduate with an athletic build and a warm smile. Even Kobe Bryant misses the occasional easy layup. Admittedly, thats not always an easy thing to do. This series will discuss the 7 values of the church. Enter a description for your podcast here and then fill out the details below. And how long will our Shepherd provide that goodness and mercy? 2. Father's Day 2023. He was taken to a nearby hospital where tests revealed he had cancer. Patiently persistent. For whatever the Father does, that the Son does likewise. (John 5:19). But God has given us his goodness, love and perfect. He had a family and he had a home. Like our time now, those were tumultuous times the civil rights revolution, the anti-war movement, the sexual revolution, the spread of LSD and psychedelic drugs it was in this moment that the hippies arrived. Listen as he explains more. Listen as Pastor Matt continues the series "The Pursuit". Listen, as the leader of Pursuit CC pray for the needs of the congregation. Join us for week 2 of Happy Days as Pastor Matt talks about Philip and his obedience. Pastor Andrew Maldonado preaches, about Vision 2020 for your life. How to raise Godly children. He still pursues us. A life rooted in God was portrayed as a tree planted by the And thats what we want to do this morning. Finally, Debbie caught up with him, but at first he resisted her attempts to re-introduce herself to him. read more, Scripture: Pastor Matt explains, grace is God giving us what we don't deserve. We dont deserve Gods kindness and goodness, but thats the mind-blowing thing about Godhe is kind and good to us anyway. By the grace of God he realized that his lifestyle needed to change, and so he became faithful to his wife and eventually turned away from using drugs. Im just passing through.. Listen, as this week the two values are Transformation and Discipleship. "Our purpose is to make an impact for heavens sake." Thats how long it was before Debbie saw her brother again. Keller . Join Pastor Matt as he continues the series The Pursuit. This week he talks about Apprehending God & The Universal Presence. Philippians 3:15-21. It was the result of the Holy Spirit moving on the hearts of a few of his people to care for and to share Jesus with hippies who were spiritually lost and trapped in the pursuit of their own self-focus desires. What was their true motivation to face so much danger and persecution? 9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall 2. Listen as Pastor Matt explains the question, why Jesus came to the earth. Notice that it is because Jesus eyes are on the Father that he can see the good things that the Father wants him to do. Easter Sunday, listen as Pastor Matt preaches about the thieves on the cross in the sermon titled "The Thief.". And that assignment was to pick up trash along a roadside in San Antonio. This message examines the pursuit of pleasure and how it can squeeze God out of our lives.. Dear Diary, Why does pleasure never seem to last? That question is at the heart of Americas relentless pursuit of pleasure. His court-appointed attorney could not bear the thought of that, so using the Internet, he was finally able to track down Debbie. We live in an instant world. To watch any sermon series simply click on the pictures of each series. Subscribe to weekly sermon email from All Peoples Church, announcements on free books being released and APC-Bible College updates. Listen as Pastor Matt Gamez explains if you have the right attitude and the right approach God will always put you were you belong. Listen, as Pastor Matt starts a new series called "The Gospels". II Kings 18:6 . Christian/Church Of Christ, Part 17 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs", "Whoever works his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits will have plenty of poverty. Listen as Missionaries Aaron & Stephanie Domengeaux preach this week on "Zeal for Obedience". read more, Scripture: Have you allowed other things to be priority in your life? What do you see? [CT] When we She understood that he didnt understand. In "Enough Until It Comes," we learn that even when we face unanswe. We exist to know Jesus Christ and to make him famous in Albany, the Northwest . He didnt want to eat her food. He will one day rescue us completely from the presence and the power of the influence of sin. And like Debbie, he found his siblingor maybe I should say his siblings. "The spirit of God that raised Jesus from the dead lives in us." forever. This series takes you through the book of Proverbs. Relentless Pursuit. Pastor Matt starts a new series The Habitat. Listen as Johnny Johnson explains more. Lets look at verse 12 which emphasizes how the grace of God continues to rescue us from our sin-influenced nature. read more, Scripture: Pursuit City Church has a guest speaker: Jasmine Arrollo. He kept Gods commandments who gave himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for himself a people for his own possession who are zealous for good works. Listen as Pastor Matt speaks on Accessing Gods power in the name of Jesus in week 3 of the series Advent. Lewis wrote this in Mere Christianity: If you read history, you will find that the Christians who did the most for the present world, were those who thought the most of the next one. Have you sensed his presence in your life lately? Pastor Matt has a healing service. This message will be a challenging look into our newly established 1st core value LOVE. Pursuit CC has a guest speaker, David Cameron. Or days of loneliness in a house that was once occupied by a spouse you loved and noisy children? (view more) Following the recommendation of the NC Governor to cancel mass gatherings and prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), we are canceling church at our physical location. (The following is a transcript of the service audio, July 9, 2023) First, I want to offer my sincerest gratitude to be standing in this sacred space. Holiness. Pastor Matt teaches, on the topic DISRUPTED. Listen, as he takes you through the book of Proverbs. There are many good things to do in this world, but just because they are good does not mean that God is leading us to do them. (Titus 2:14). Our minds change, but Gods doesnt. 2 Kings 18:1-7, THE SECRET TO HUMBLING OURSELVES LIES IN MAKING OTHERS GREAT -- BOTH IN OUR PERSPECTIVE AND IN OUR PURSUITS, BIG IDEA: Then lastly, understand that your life is ultimately in the hands of God and that he is the master of bringing good out of bad situations. But if we sin is the sin in your life a mistake or a habit. Listen, as Pastor Matt starts a new series called "Intentional Authority". NEVER Give Up!! Dealing with people who live under the false hope of "I will be happy .? Listen as Pastor Matt talks about the"You Matter Feast" and how we as Christians should serve. all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord. 265 Pine . Our covenant is our commitment to the Lord and to one another concerning how we live out our convictions as Jesus people. So trust his faithful Word rather than your fickle feelings. We are excited about what God is teaching us, and we are glad to offer recordings of the sermons free of charge. Listen as Pastor Matt, speaks on the subject of fathers and the legacy they have on our lives. How about days in a boring, dead-end job? 1. This pursuit is to know more of God and his gracewhich is the same thing that our covenant emphasizes. The race or the chase that we are to run as believers is the pursuit of peace with all men and the pursuit of Christlikeness. Heaven is the place where Gods glory is fully expressed and experienced, wherever that place is. Our pursuit for our spiritual growth calls for cooperation with God, commitment to grow and constancy in the process of growth. Pursuit Church SA is a safe place where people can connect to Jesus . 6 Surely your goodness and love will follow me. The Church works together in love and unity, intent on the ultimate purpose of glorifying Christ. read more, Scripture: We're BACK! A study of the Book of Ecclesiastes Pastor Matt explains, wherever God puts you, he wasn't you to jump in and start working for him. Philippians 2:2-3, Denomination: 1. But he is. He removed temptation in all its forms In this new series you explore the many amazing stories that correlate in the Gospels, Matthew Mark Luke and John. Ps 16: 7 I will bless the LORD, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons. Scripture: Rest assured, God will be at your side for those days. In the late 60s, thousands of young people came to California in search of something real. He remained faithful to the Lord in everything and he carefully obeyed Introduction Listen, as Pastor Matt continues the series "The Key of David" week 5. I went into the palace looking for the prince on the throne but discovered only the rat in the basement.. The subject of todays sermon is "Economic Signs". The study of the book of Exodus. Pastor Matt explains, dreams produce destiny from God, through dreams God can show you things and lead you to places you have never dreamed of. This series will give you a better understanding on parenting, Listen as David Rondon preaches this week. Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, Sunday, August 24, 2003 Listen, as he talks about 7 traits of a fathers heart. Spiritual Appetite b. In 2018, we . "We often Marry things that leave is empty." Its the story of Eric Hill. His interest perked, however, when she offered him a pin to wear, an angel pin, which he allowed her to pin on his shirt. "As Christians the world wants us to affirm every religious belief except our own." What drives you? Listen, as he talks about Jesus and the adulterous woman. What happens to all you have worked for when you exit This week we will focus on part two. This sermon discusses three areas of selfish pursuit. She had been saved at a Bible conference when she was eleven, but, along with her husband, had become involved in the countercultural movement of the 50s and 60s known as the Beatniks. This is arrogant. Sermons Search Results: Pursuit Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching : Sermons on pursuit: showing 1-15 of 7,483 Sort By Scripture Rating 5 stars 4 stars or more 3 stars or more Any Rating Date Last Week Last Month Last 3 Months Last 6 Months Last Year Any Time Denominations *other (152) Adventist (19) Anglican (48) Apostolic (16) I told you this was a story about Gods grace. Listen as Pastor Matt continues the series "The Pursuit" in this weeks title The Speaking Voice. We've made a decision to live intentionally passionate lives, pursuing the presence of God. But not Jesus. Last week I asked the question, Who are the Jesus people? Over the course of this series I will share stories from the Jesus movement of the late 60s and early 70s where God powerfully saved hippies from their life of drugs and searching and brought them into his family. As I was These steps involve both success and failure. Scripture: As one man wrote, Goodness to supply every want. Using all of his power to convince us that he wants us in his family forever and that he can be trusted to lead us safely home. And doesnt he tell us in Rom. The location of church, in and of itself, is not sufficient for the purpose. Listen, as he prays for people and believes God will heal them. Listen as Pastor Matt finishes the series "As in the Days of Noah". Last week we found in Psalm 1 a picture of true happiness. We often put too much emphasis on the future, thinking that our plans are the best for us, without even considering the Lords will. Pursuit CC has a special guest: Star Loucks. "The gifts of the spirit have been used in the American church to distract from the real purpose they exist." A life without God was illustrated by chaff, which the wind blows away. The Bible is about a "King" and "His Kingdom" and "The Kingdom of God is at hand". Pastors, seek your people's joy. Intro In Pursuit of Jesus Nate Crandall September 10, 2022 Jesus People Jesus people are always in pursuit of more of Jesus. Father's Day. Heres whats different about Jesus people. And in our text for today, David reminds us that this Shepherd pursues us until we finally understand who he is and what he has done for us, even if it takes all the days of our lives. To read that verse is like opening a treasure chest. Take the First Church App with you for instant access to our sermons and more. 2-8-04 So then one of the defining characteristics of Jesus people is that they continually pursue Jesus to grow to know him more and to grow in his grace more. His practice Together we gather as one family to worship and grow. The race or the chase that we are to run as believers is the pursuit of peace with all men and the pursuit of Christlikeness. Listen as Jasmine Arrollo preaches about King David in the sermon titled "The Taste Test.". read more, Scripture: Psalms 18:1-5 1 I will love thee, O LORD, my strength. And, as you can see, the focus of our attention is going to be on the topic of wisdom. . Join us this week as Pastor Matt finishes the series talking about, "God is in control.". The Spirit of God guides and directs us in a variety of ways. Philippians 3:15-21. A few more months and he would be dead. "If you learn how to please God, he will reward you." The whole idea of grace is that it is a gift, but this gift is not the kind of gift that we merely receive. Dear Diary, I want to be a success but the harder I pursue success the more empty I feel. As we begin I really feel that we must answer three extremely difficult questions. Subscribe on YouTube to get notified when First Church uploads a sermon or video. Im speaking of our Heavenly Shepherd whom weve had the privilege of studying for some time now in a detailed look at the 23rd Psalm. In this series we will learn what God builds in us while we are in the Wilderness. Sermons; Connect; Give Jun 25, 2023. James 4:13-17, Luke 12:16-21. Listen as Pastor Matt preaches on the Biblical principle of title & offering. She came to Texas with her husband and 2 children, got a motel room, and set out to find Eric. Listen, as Pastor Matt preaches week 3 of the series Spectrums. I. From the disciples who were caught in the storm at sea to Lazarus who was dead in his tomb for 4 days to Peter who denied his Lord to John who was banished to the island of Patmos to Paul who sat in a Roman prison cell, God revealed himself as a God who follows, a God who pursues, a God who is present. Have you ever wondered what it was really like for the early church? May 6, 2018 Miss a Sermon? Pastor Matt speaks about the betrayal of Jesus as he continues the series "The Gospels". Hes my brother., When I read that story, I couldnt help but be reminded of another pursuit that took place long ago, another compassionate heart that couldnt bear the thought of a brother or sister in pain. Pursuit CC has a guest speaker, David Rondon. Mercy is God holding what we do deserve. The pursuit of God instead is a never-ending journey which only grows in goodness and life because thats who God is and thats what he gives to those who diligently pursue him. a. Listen, my friends, if he can take a cruel instrument of torture and execution like a cross and transform it into a vehicle of life and hope and salvation for a lost and dying world, then surely he can transform your seemingly hopeless situation into one that is full of hope, which, by the way, is precisely what he did for Eric Hill. Earlier I mentioned that Ted Wise was a missionary to the hippies in San Francisco. Listen as Pastor Matt continues to talk about spiritual gifts in the series "The Giver". This message examines the pursuit of success how it is always elusive and leaves one feeling empty. Listen, as she speaks on the subject "Preparation." . How did they get the message out? 8 that nothing in all creation will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord? Listen as he preaches on the Desire of the Nations. Assumption #3: To pursue joy in God himself as your supreme treasure and all-satisfying pleasure exalts the beauty and worth of God, not yourself. Ecclesiastes 9:11-12, Denomination: Our devotion falters, but Gods never does. May 8, 2022Pastor Steven FurtickElevation ChurchGod can sustain you through the struggle. "Who or what is your Saul?" Never forcing us. Everyone has questions about life, God, and the world we live in. 2-8-04 Aric B. Flemming, Jr. - July 9, 2023 | Sunday Sermon. A study of the Book of Ecclesiastes Listen as Pastor Matt continues the series "The Gospels" this week he preaches on Christ being the light of the world. There are two antithetical sayings in the chiasm of Proverbs Pastor Matt continues the series "Seven" a study in praise. Sermons. 28:19-20). read more, Scripture: In this weeks sermon he has a special message for individuals at the church. We have instant noodles and instant coffee. read more, Scripture: However, it is the work of Gods grace which shows us the truth, and without the truth we will never be free from the influence of sin in our lives. All the days of my life. Not just the days when Im looking good and feeling good and doing good. Pastor Matt peaching on week 2 of the series "Value Systems." Of course not. P AHOA, Hawaii Island Star of the Sea, the so-called painted church on the east side of this island, is a destination for thousands of visitors a year. Psalm 16:7-11. Catch up on all the latest sermons from Pursuit Church, right where you are. 2:13 says that even if we are faithless, he remains faithful. Psalm 18:1-5, Psalm 18:1-46.

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