His Voice is Life — Remember that we began this series with the desperation of Jesus, when He declared that man does not live by bread alone but by every Word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. The voice of God is food to our lives. There is a time to pursue God’s…
In this sermon Chris continues the discussion around controlling others or being controlled by others. He shares personal stories and walks through struggles the Apostle Peter experienced with attempting to control situations and other people.
Control — God does not dominate or control people, even though it is within His power to do so. Wherever and on whomever the Holy Spirit dwells, He is working toward our continued freedom. The broken nature of mankind is riddled with the need to control. However, our need to control occurs when we are…
Resistance and Pressing Through — God deeply desires to impact communities through those willing to partner with Him. However, there will typically be resistance to those willing to seek such an impact. In fact, the church itself may at times resist a move of God. Understand that the pursuit God’s Kingdom is messy and offers…
Content and Generous – As citizens of heaven, we are to desire the things of heaven to be brought to the earth. This mentality should affect our conduct, thoughts, prayers, priorities, and decisions. Seasons of need are an invitation to come and experience the inner contentment of Jesus through intimacy with Him. During these seasons…
Citizens of Heaven – Part 3 – This section is Paul’s final thoughts for helping the Philippian Church focus on the most important areas of their faith. I can think of many other important concepts that Paul could have chosen to mention. However, he was inspired by the Holy Spirit to leave the Church with…
Citizens of Heaven – Part II – This section is Paul’s final thoughts for helping the Philippian Church focus on the most important areas of their faith. I can think of many other important concepts that Paul could have chosen to mention. However, he was inspired by the Holy Spirit to leave the Church with…
Citizens of Heaven – This section is Paul’s final thoughts for helping the Philippian Church focus on the most important areas of their faith. I can think of many other important concepts that Paul could have chosen to mention. However, he was inspired by the Holy Spirit to leave the Church with the following list,…
The Sufferings of Christ – Christ’s death was an investment into others’ healing, deliverance, and salvation. We were called to partner in His suffering. This kind of suffering denies our carnal desires and positions us for right-living. In other words, the pursuit of God’s desires is synchronous with the laying down of our own carnal…
Following Others as They Follow Christ – The Bible tells us to pattern our lives after other’s. God surrounds us with the family of God so that we can learn from each other, grow together, and become examples to one another. This concept is called discipleship. He gives us fathers in the Lord to exemplify…
