Marilyn Tepora public
[search 0]
More
Download the App!
show episodes
 
Loading …
show series
 
Barnabas is a name far less well known than his companion Paul, yet scripture shows us that Barnabas was "a good man whom the Holy Spirit...endowed with exceptional faith" Acts 11:24. Join us Sunday to hearthe Spirit-led adventures of the early church and the humble leadership of a man called Barnabas. Barnabas' faithful obedience was used by God t…
  continue reading
 
Barnabas is a name far less well known than his companion Paul, yet scripture shows us that Barnabas was "a good man whom the Holy Spirit...endowed with exceptional faith" Acts 11:24. Join us Sunday to hearthe Spirit-led adventures of the early church and the humble leadership of a man called Barnabas. Barnabas' faithful obedience was used by God t…
  continue reading
 
Have you ever been through a tough season in your life and wondered where God was? Have you ever struggled to have faith in the midst of hardship and trials? The story of Hannah helps to answer some of these difficult questions by modeling to us an uncommon faith grounded in prayer! Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series and learn how to …
  continue reading
 
Have you ever been through a tough season in your life and wondered where God was? Have you ever struggled to have faith in the midst of hardship and trials? The story of Hannah helps to answer some of these difficult questions by modeling to us an uncommon faith grounded in prayer! Join us this Sunday as we continue in our series and learn how to …
  continue reading
 
1. Paul demonstrates “show don’t tell”“I can do all this through him who gives me strength” Philippians 4:132. The Philippians have grown to “show don’t tell” ‍“Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles” Philippians 4:143. God will continue in “show don’t tell” ‍“My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Je…
  continue reading
 
1. Paul demonstrates “show don’t tell”“I can do all this through him who gives me strength” Philippians 4:132. The Philippians have grown to “show don’t tell” ‍“Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles” Philippians 4:143. God will continue in “show don’t tell” ‍“My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Je…
  continue reading
 
Our world, our culture, our families of origin often think striving for success is good: in our education, in our careers, in sports, even dare to say "doing church". Yet this sincere thinking can be sincerely wrong. For Christians what is true success for us? In Philippians 3 Paul redefines success and shows us how to find true joy. "I press on to…
  continue reading
 
Our world, our culture, our families of origin often think striving for success is good: in our education, in our careers, in sports, even dare to say "doing church". Yet this sincere thinking can be sincerely wrong. For Christians what is true success for us? In Philippians 3 Paul redefines success and shows us how to find true joy. "I press on to…
  continue reading
 
We examine the very heart of the book of Philippians, Jesus' example of humility. The entire book of Philippians rotates around this key message. Where would unity come from? Where would relationships be mended? Where would there be light to share with others? Jesus' example of humility set the perfect example to follow, and in it we discover somet…
  continue reading
 
"Jesus told his disciples,“I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow!” (John 15:11NLT)As Christians we are apparently to be joy-filled people. However do followers of Jesus Christ really know what true joy is; even to overflow in difficult times? The Apostle Paul shared with the early Philippia…
  continue reading
 
"Jesus told his disciples,“I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow!” (John 15:11NLT)As Christians we are apparently to be joy-filled people. However do followers of Jesus Christ really know what true joy is; even to overflow in difficult times? The Apostle Paul shared with the early Philippia…
  continue reading
 
In this most transparent prayer, Jesus shares his heart with the Father and then willingly submits to the hard road of the cross. Jesus' obedience demonstrates his trust in the father and validates His earthly words and ministry.1. We see Jesus' Pattern in Prayer2. We see Jesus' Heart in Prayer3. We see Jesus' Will in Prayer…
  continue reading
 
In this most transparent prayer, Jesus shares his heart with the Father and then willingly submits to the hard road of the cross. Jesus' obedience demonstrates his trust in the father and validates His earthly words and ministry.1. We see Jesus' Pattern in Prayer2. We see Jesus' Heart in Prayer3. We see Jesus' Will in Prayer…
  continue reading
 
What better way to pray than to model the prayers of Jesus. The classic Lord's Prayer found in Matthew 6 sits in the middle of what many consider Jesus' greatest message, "The Sermon on the Mount".Two movements, give and take, can be found in this prayer. In particular come and see how forgiveness is tantamount to a vital prayer life."Forgive us ou…
  continue reading
 
What better way to pray than to model the prayers of Jesus. The classic Lord's Prayer found in Matthew 6 sits in the middle of what many consider Jesus' greatest message, "The Sermon on the Mount".Two movements, give and take, can be found in this prayer. In particular come and see how forgiveness is tantamount to a vital prayer life."Forgive us ou…
  continue reading
 
Jesus' disciples were eyewitnesses to Christ's life and ministry (i.e. healing the blind, lame and the sick). But we don't hear them asking Jesus, "teach us how to heal" but rather, "Teach US to PRAY." Why? What was so special about the way Jesus prayed? Today, through examining the prayer life of Jesus in the Garden, we gain invaluable insight int…
  continue reading
 
Jesus' disciples were eyewitnesses to Christ's life and ministry (i.e. healing the blind, lame and the sick). But we don't hear them asking Jesus, "teach us how to heal" but rather, "Teach US to PRAY." Why? What was so special about the way Jesus prayed? Today, through examining the prayer life of Jesus in the Garden, we gain invaluable insight int…
  continue reading
 
Perfectionism. Who doesn't want perfection? The perfect steak, perfect health, perfect spouse, perfect church. Perfectionism can be regarded as a noble pursuit, but when taken to an extreme become toxic and harmful to oneself and to others. Honestly no one is perfect, except Jesus. Paul tells us in Romans 15:1-7 ways we can overcome the dangers of …
  continue reading
 
Perfectionism. Who doesn't want perfection? The perfect steak, perfect health, perfect spouse, perfect church. Perfectionism can be regarded as a noble pursuit, but when taken to an extreme become toxic and harmful to oneself and to others. Honestly no one is perfect, except Jesus. Paul tells us in Romans 15:1-7 ways we can overcome the dangers of …
  continue reading
 
Everyone is naturally inclined to be proud, but humility and mutual submission should be evident in the lives of all believers. With certain "Blind Spot" indicators to alert our surroundings for church unity, there is one Blind Spot that is readily unrecognized - Pride. In today's message, we will follow the Apostle Peter to learn about this silent…
  continue reading
 
Everyone is naturally inclined to be proud, but humility and mutual submission should be evident in the lives of all believers. With certain "Blind Spot" indicators to alert our surroundings for church unity, there is one Blind Spot that is readily unrecognized - Pride. In today's message, we will follow the Apostle Peter to learn about this silent…
  continue reading
 
Blind spots can kill the Unity of the Church: Self-reliance Inward focus Conflict resolution Busyness Material affluence PerfectionismBlind Spot Indicator: 1. A Big Heart… Do you think you have a Big heart? 2, Firm Stance. . . What would it take for you to stop following, Jesus? 3, Warm embrace...Conclusion:If you don’t build up a habit of putting …
  continue reading
 
Blind spots can kill the Unity of the Church: Self-reliance Inward focus Conflict resolution Busyness Material affluence PerfectionismBlind Spot Indicator: 1. A Big Heart… Do you think you have a Big heart? 2, Firm Stance. . . What would it take for you to stop following, Jesus? 3, Warm embrace...Conclusion:If you don’t build up a habit of putting …
  continue reading
 
“Blind spots” are areas that you cannot see but should. And they’re not just physical but also spiritual. We all have them, both individually and corporately as a church. The effects of not dealing with our blind spots can be devastating. But God has a plan to deal with them. For 6 weeks we will look at CLC’s blind spots (self-reliance, inward focu…
  continue reading
 
“Blind spots” are areas that you cannot see but should. And they’re not just physical but also spiritual. We all have them, both individually and corporately as a church. The effects of not dealing with our blind spots can be devastating. But God has a plan to deal with them. For 6 weeks we will look at CLC’s blind spots (self-reliance, inward focu…
  continue reading
 
Gift giving does not end after Christmas. We have a God who is loving and generous year round. Our Heavenly Father who gave the world His Son Jesus offers the Gift of New Beginnings to anyone interested, anytime, anywhere. That is the great hope we have in Jesus Christ. "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone…
  continue reading
 
Royal VisitRoyal GiftRoyal AnnouncementWhat gift do you bring?MEDITATE: Carefully read through the scripture, taking special note of words or phrases that are particularly meaningful to you.PRAY: Ask God what gift you can give Jesus this season that would bring Him honor and glory. Take note of what comes to mind as you pray.RESPOND: Write on a pie…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide