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A weekly updated podcast for messages given at CrossPoint Fellowship in Republic, MO. Our church meets on Sunday mornings at 10am at 1660 Hwy 60 E (in the Town East Center next to El Charro and Bair's) so grab a friend and come visit us sometime! Check us out on the web -- cpf.me -- for more information on coming to one of our services, small groups or events!
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OCF Crosspoint is a production of Officers' Christian Fellowship and is dedicated to sharing stories of military life at the intersection of faith, family & profession. Some stories will be informational, educational, inspirational...or maybe all three. OCF's vision is the military community positively impacted through Christ-like leaders. OCF engages military leaders in Biblical fellowship and growth to equip them for Christ-like service at the intersection of faith, family, and profession. ...
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The Noble Woman, pt. 5 - Servant of the Lord
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Noble women focus on eternal things, seek to serve the eternal king, and live with the goal of pleasing him. Noble women seek to serve others as a service to the Lord. Noble women are Christ-Centered, not self-centered. Noble women do not concern themselves with earthly outcomes in favor of heavenly outcomes. Noble women let the true Gospel rule th…
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Confronting Injustice: A Christian's Call to Action
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living as we connect others to the love of Jesus and help them live on gospel mission. In this episode, Brianna and Donna delve into Pastor Brennan's sermon on Micah chapter three, addressing the pressing issue o…
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Bonus episode: Finding God's purpose in suffering
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Show Notes In this bonus episode of OCF Crosspoint, podcast host Josh Jackson continues his discussion with CH(CPT) Michael Will, USA (Ret.), focusing on the theme of hardship and suffering. The conversation delves into defining suffering, recognizing its various sources—such as persecution, sin, and the actions of others—and understanding its impa…
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Navigating the River of Doubt: Understanding God's Goodness Amidst Evil
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Welcome to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we connect Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living. In this episode, hosts Brianna and Liam tackle a challenging question from Pastor Brennan's sermon on doubt: "If God is all-powerful and always good, why is there so much evil in the world?" Brianna and Liam dive int…
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August 2024: Seeing God’s hand during hardship; enlisted involvement in OCF; and OCF ministry news
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Show Notes OCF MINISTRY NEWS New hires; jobs still available on OCF team: While couples have stepped forward to fill open positions at USMA and USCGA on an interim basis, the application window at both West Point and the Coast Guard Academy is now extended to 31 October with an expected start date in the summer of 2025. To learn more and apply, vis…
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Is God Guilty of Genocide? Unpacking Divine Justice and Holiness
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living. In this episode, Brianna and Audley dive into a heavy and complex topic: "Is God guilty of genocide?" based on the sermon from Deuteronomy 20:10-18. They discuss the difficult instructions given to the Is…
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Noble women are constantly aware of pride and selfishness and strive to think of others more. Noble women understand that humility only adds to their strengths and is in no way a weakness. Noble women understand that God is in control so they don’t need the credit. Noble women understand that God values their humility more than their accomplishment…
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Disenculturation: Differentiating the Gospel from Culture
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living, as we connect others to the love of Jesus and help them live on gospel mission. In today's episode, hosts Donna and Audley dive into the concept of disenculturation, which is the process of differentiatin…
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Bodies deteriorate, persons develop. Invest in that which lasts. Women must understand that their worth is not tied in any way, shape or form to their bodies. Beauty and physical charm aren’t bad, but they fade. Noble women are judged by that which is eternal, not that which is temporary. Noble women don’t let the world set beauty standards on thei…
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Faith, Science, and Creation: Bridging the Gap
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living, as we connect others to the love of Jesus and help them live on gospel mission. My name is Brianna, and I'm joined by my friend and co-host, Liam. This episode dives into the heavy-hitting themes from our…
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The Noble Woman, pt. 2 - Faithful Speaker
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The noble woman speaks faithfully, loving others with Godly wisdom, boldness, and kindness as a faithful “completer” of others. Noble women deliver wisdom for the betterment of others. A faithful speaker understands that the truth ultimately causes less harm than appeasing others. One of the greatest things that a wife can do for her husband is tel…
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Navigating Doubt and Faith: Deconstructing for Growth
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living as we connect others to the love of Jesus and help them live on gospel mission. My name is Liam Castle, and I am joined by my friend Donna Hull. In this episode, Donna recaps Pastor Brennan's sermon titled…
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A woman of noble character rejects the lies that satisfaction comes from anything or anyone other than God. A Noble Woman’s worth is solidified by her character. Character is defined as the mental and moral qualities distinctive of an individual. Noble woman of high character have one main thing in common, they are God seekers. Your identity should…
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July 2024: Modeling biblical humility; Christian chaplain challenges; and OCF ministry news
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Show Notes OCF MINISTRY NEWS OCF purchased a new staff home at Spring Canyon: To contribute to OCF's purchase of this house, make an online donation to the Refreshing the Canyon Fund. OCF is expanding efforts in ROTC ministry with a new job opening at The Citadel: To learn more about the Council’s approval of this opportunity and/or find the link t…
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Forging a Life of Prayer: Insights from the Sermon on the Mount
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Welcome to another episode of the Post-Sermon Series Reflections Podcast, where we bridge Sunday morning teachings to Monday morning living. In this episode, hosts Jason Packard and Liam Gonzalez delve into Ben Burlaga's powerful sermon titled "Forge a Life of Prayer." The sermon, rooted in Matthew 6:5-13 from the Sermon on the Mount, uses the vivi…
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living, connecting others to the love of Jesus and helping them live on gospel mission. Join hosts Jason Packard and Mark Hull as they delve into the latest sermon by Jacob, which focused on the pitfalls of compa…
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Man of God, pt. 6 - Charity, Mercy & Kindness
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Men of God live differently than the rest of the world. Live open-handed. Do for one what you cannot do for all. Be kind and put yourself in someone else’s shoes before casting judgment. Pass the praise around. Seek opportunities to share admiration for others. Charity, mercy, and kindness make a man far more than self-reliance and cold-heartedness…
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Unveiling the Heart: Lessons from the Prodigal Son and His Brother
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living. Join Audley and Donna as they delve into the parable of the prodigal son, exploring the deeper lessons it holds for both the wayward and the self-righteous. In this episode, we discuss the profound insigh…
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Know and grow yourself, attend to weaknesses that are present and learn from mistakes. Also, count your blessings. Expect nothing and be thankful for everything. A man who continually repeats the same errors does a truly disgusting thing. When it comes to matters of faith, men of God avoid returning to a life before Christ. When we recognize what G…
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The Lost Sons: A Tale of Grace and Redemption
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning to Monday morning living, as we connect others to the love of Jesus and help them live on gospel mission. My name is Ben, and I am joined by my friend Liam. In this episode, we dive into the powerful story of the Prodigal Son, whi…
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Men respect their leaders and consider advice from the experienced. They face anxiety purposefully fearing only a future of regret. A lack of seeking counsel isn't about self-reliance but a lack of respect for what others have to offer. Seeking counsel gives us a different perspective. Seeking counsel instills confidence in us. Seeking counsel help…
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Balancing Mercy and Gospel Ministry: Lessons from Acts 6
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Welcome to another episode of the Post Sermon Reflections Podcast! Join hosts Liam Castle and Donna Hull as they dive deep into the application of Sunday morning's sermon to everyday life. Today, they discuss Pastor Brennan's powerful message from Acts 6:1-7, exploring the early church's explosive growth and the critical balance between mercy minis…
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Man of God, pt. 3 - Strength and Confidence
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Men shoulder blame and carry the burdens of those who are weak. Men also create paths rather than follow them. Don’t allow yourself to be dismayed by critics - know who you are. We have a duty to protect and serve those who are weaker than us. In order to share in another’s burdens, we must have a heart for their healing. It’s not just the ability …
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June 2024, “Not wrong or right, just left or right”: Planning ahead for career transitions
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Crosspoint Show Notes, June 2024: Today’s episode introduces a new format for the OCF Crosspoint podcast. Moving forward, each monthly episode will consist of three segments: OCF ministry news, an “Ask OCF” segment, and an interview with a guest about a particular topic or personal story. Read on for links and details from each of these three segme…
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The Challenge of Submission: Trusting Leadership in the Church
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Welcome back to another episode of the Post Sermon Reflections Podcast, where we help you apply Sunday morning learning into Monday morning living by connecting others to the love of Jesus and helping them live on gospel mission. In this special episode, Ruth hosts her final podcast, joined by friends Jason and Brianna, as they dive into the 'Body'…
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Man of God, pt. 2 - Responsibility and Discipline
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Boys live, men sacrifice. Deliver on your commitments even if it isn’t fun for you. It’s important that as men we are measured in action and control our emotions and question our instincts. Men sacrifice and deliver on their commitments even if it isn’t self-serving. Ensuring that we take care of our responsibilities is motivated by a love that put…
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Guarding the Flock: The Lifeguard Analogy and Corrective Love
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Welcome to another episode of the Post Sermon Reflection Podcast! In this episode, we explore how to apply Sunday morning learning into Monday morning living. Join us as we connect others to the love of Jesus and help them live on a gospel mission. We're excited to have Amber join us for the first time, alongside Liam, as we delve into a new series…
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Man of God, pt. 1 - Honesty and Integrity
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Your word should be fact. Tell the truth even if it hurts and live your values whether no one knows or everyone is watching. Honesty is the idea that we tell the truth even when it hurts. Part of being truthful is being truthful when you could hide the truth. Confession is built in truth and results in the mercy of God. Integrity is present when we…
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Acts of the Holy Spirit, pt. 7 - All These Things
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Matthew 6:33 says that when we diligently seek God, His Spirit will be with us and take care of our physical needs. This is what we as believers need to live everyday, seeking the Kingdom first and foremost, and allowing the Spirit to act, to perform miracles in our lives to show that Jesus, though ascended, is very much still active in our world t…
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Celebrating Faithful Growth Amid Turbulent Times
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Experience the inspiring continuation of the Post Sermon Reflections podcast as we dive deep into our series, 'The Body'. In this episode, we celebrate significant milestones in our faith community, specifically recognizing the achievements of eight baptisms in a single day and 50 total baptisms since the start of the COVID pandemic. Throughout the…
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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Post Sermon Reflections podcast, where your host Ruth and recurrent guest Brianna embark on deep spiritual discussions meant to inspire and closely connect you to the gospel. This episode gives in-depth insights on personal convictions, spiritual gifts, and the vital role the local church plays in the …
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Acts of the Holy Spirit, pt. 6 - The Authority of the Spirit
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Just as Jesus spoke with authority towards demons, casting them out and commanding them, that authority is given to believers by the Spirit. This authority is unique to believers and the demons know it, people can try to imitate it, but will not have any luck, the best they can do is try and trick people, just like Satan. The glory of God is shown …
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In this uplifting episode of the "Post Sermon Reflections Podcast", our passionate hosts Ruth and Jason navigate the theme of unity within the body of Christ, emphasizing the power of service and the importance of using our God-given gifts for the glory of God. Their insightful analysis of Ephesians 4:1-16, offers a fresh perspective on serving bey…
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Acts of the Holy Spirit, pt. 5 - The Power of Prayer
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In the face of intense persecution, the Church devoted itself to prayer. Not only does God hear our prayers but He acts on them. God’s actions in freeing Peter show His power over man, that despite Herod’s best efforts to keep Peter from working for the Gospel, those chains were powerless before God. When in the face of persecution, whether by man,…
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In this evocative episode of the Post Sermon Reflections Podcast, join our hosts Ruth, Audley, and Mark as they explore the profound teachings from the book of Corinthians, delving into their relation to universal church hardships, personal growth, and spiritual triumph. Engage with us in rich conversations about enduring suffering, finding hope am…
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Acts of the Holy Spirit, pt. 4 - Faith in the Face of Fear
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Most of us have heard the story of Paul. The Apostle to the Gentiles, arguably the greatest missionary in history, and author of 13 books in our New Testament. He didn’t start this way though, he was one of the primary instruments of persecution against the early Church before Jesus decided enough was enough. This process took the faithful actions …
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Transformative Power of 'We' in a Church Community
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Join hosts Ruth and Donna as they examine the fascinating sermon series, The Body, in the latest episode of the Post Sermon Reflections Podcast. They delve into the integral themes of partnership, charity, and affection within the church community, referencing Acts 2:42-47 for their enlightening discussion. The idea of transitioning from an individ…
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Acts of the Holy Spirit, pt. 3 - The Power of a Single Act of Faith
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The Spirit leads and equips us to impact in ways we could not imagine. Philip is led to a seemingly random individual to explain the Scripture to him. Through Philip’s faithful actions, the man believes, and carries that belief back to Ethiopia. That single act by Philip led to a great spread of Christianity in Ethiopia, leading them to officially …
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Co-hosts Ben and Liam unravel the principles of living a fulfilled Christian life in this episode of the 'Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast.' Analyzing Ephesians 1:16-23, they passionately discuss the powerful role of faith, church, and the teachings of Jesus Christ in navigating life's challenges. Emphasizing the importance of seeking fulfilment in …
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Acts of the Holy Spirit, pt. 2 - Equipped for the Extraordinary
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The Spirit equipped the early Church to do both great miracles and also to speak beyond their natural ability. Through the Spirit we have the ability to completely change people’s lives for the better. It doesn’t take a formally educated or trained individual to share the Gospel in powerful ways. It takes someone willing to step out in the boldness…
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A heartwarming exploration into the Children's ministry
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Join us on this special episode of the Post-Sermon Reflections Podcast where we explore the challenging yet rewarding aspect of Church life - the Children’s ministry. We are joined by Cathy and Annette, valued members of the children's ministry, sharing their experiences and insights gained from their faithful service. In a world that often conflic…
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Acts of the Holy Spirit, pt. 1 - The Helper
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The Apostles, having lived with Jesus for 3 years, only to see him be killed and rise again, are left having to say goodbye again as Jesus ascends to Heaven. Knowing how we are, Jesus didn’t leave His followers to fend for themselves, and promised to send them a helper, the Holy Spirit. The gifting of the Holy Spirit is the fulfillment of the promi…
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Deep Insights into the Trials of Faith and the Bible's Historicity
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Join Pastor Brennan and Ruth on the latest episode of the Post Sermon Reflections podcast for an enlightening discussion on the trials of faith and biblical authenticity. Brewed at their temporary location, this new episode traverses the paths of their recent sermon series, delving deep into the faith challenges and their resemblances with the bibl…
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Jesus died on the cross to take our place, to take on the sin that we committed. Let’s face it - our sin put him there, we are the reason he was condemned to die. But that’s not where the story ended - he miraculously rose from the grave and he lives for us today. The introduction of Sin necessitated the coming of Christ. Everyone has sinned, and e…
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Let’s Get Real, pt. 4 - It’s All About the Follow-Through
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How can we be real with evangelism and discipleship? What’s our motivation, power source, audience? God’s motivation for evangelism begins and ends with His love for people. Loving others like God does causes us to have compassion for them. Our perspective on evangelism would change if we truly viewed others as lost sheep and not lost causes. A Chr…
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Unpacking the Power of True Repentance and Restoration in the Book of Daniel
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In this enlightening episode of the Post Sermon Reflections podcast, hosts Ruth, Elder Chris, and ministry resident Ben Burlaga navigate the intricate narratives of repentance, confession and divine mercy found in the Book of Daniel. They provide insightful emphasis on the necessary elements of genuine repentance; humility, confession, accountabili…
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Living Fearlessly in Faith with Daniel's Resolve
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In this riveting episode of the Post Sermon Reflections Podcast, hosts Ruth and Liam delve into the revered story of Daniel in the lion's den from Daniel 6. They discuss its relevance to modern Christianity, exploring Daniel's unwavering faith and commitment to truth even in the so-called 'positions of Babylon'. This episode serves as a thought-pro…
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Let’s Get Real, pt. 3 - No Shame, No Game
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How are we empowered to stand against a world that is ready to reject us? The world is sick. The Gospel is the cure. We are called to be ambassadors of the Kingdom of God. We are all called to go and take the cure for sin to the world. God cares. We aren’t the authors of the message, we’re simply delivering it. We have a responsibility to the world…
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Join Ruth and Donna on an illuminating episode of the Post Sermon Reflections Podcast, as they meticulously decode 'The Test', a sermon series revolving around the Book of Daniel. The hosts dive headfirst into Daniel Chapter 5, recounting the compelling narrative of King Belshazzar's devout disobedience and his eventual steep price in the face of s…
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Let’s Get Real, pt. 2 - Say What You Need to Say
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We can walk the walk but do we talk the talk? Those who don’t know Jesus will only learn about him if we tell them. Are we verbalizing our faith? If your faith isn’t important enough for you to discuss, do you truly value your faith? We have a Gospel message and it is worth delivering that message to others. People can't believe in a message that h…
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