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Aug 18, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.14 When Tables Turn
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In todays passage, Esther once against goes before the king on behalf of the Jews and the new edicts. Pastor Brad outlines the choices Esther had in this moment, and eye mindset one must have to make the proper decision to exercise proper forgiveness. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/juMQH4m8BVM Thank you so much for joining us today! Please connect …
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Aug 11, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.13 Using Humility to Triumph over Evil
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In todays passage, Guest Speaker Janta Steele guides us through the aftermath of Haman's ousting. With Mortdecai and Esther pleading with Xerxes on behalf of the Jews. Our speaker details how humility in tough situations can lead to future triumphs. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/cHYFKbu7ulc Thank you so much for joining us today! Please connect wi…
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Aug 04, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.12 When God's Sovereignty Still Stinks
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Today Pastor James Leads us from Esther 7:1-10 In todays passage, King Xerxes and Haman finally attend Queen Esther's banquet. She is finally able to give her proposal to the king, and his reaction goes just as planned. Pastor James helps us delve into the works of Queen Esther's mindset going into the banquet, and what to do during God's quiet tim…
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July 28, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.11 When Sovereignty Stinks
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Today Pastor Brad Leads us from Esther 6:1-14 In todays passage, Pastor Brad continues the story of Queen Esther, her Cousin Mordecai and the evil Haman. Showing us that gods always at work, even if there are no signs or he is never mentioned. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/16Dk4FgC3ys Thank you so much for joining us today! Please connect with us …
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July 21, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.10 God's Sovereignty and Human Freedom
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Esther's Audience with the king goes well and he, along with Haman, are excited for the banquet. However once he sees Mordecai, Haman looses all his joy. Pastor James takes a deep dive teaching on this aspect of the story. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/wMJRwuQ_IQ0 Thank you so much for joining us today! Please connect with us by filling out a comm…
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July 14, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.09 Sovereign
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After Haman persuades the king to deliver his awful edict, Jews across the empire weep. Pastor James leads us in dissecting Mordecai and Esther's response, and what sovereigns must do when faced with tough decisions. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/H1FSlRtrDzE Thank you so much for joining us today! Please connect with us by filling out a communicat…
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July 07, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.08 Wait... what!?
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Todays sermon covers Mordecai's first actions while Esther is now Queen. Pastor Brad guides us through Mordecai's example of doing the right thing at all times is the best choice, even if it seems an unfair choice. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/WH9_iHUYxL4By Lakewoodgrace
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June 30, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.07 Well Then...
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Todays sermon covers a change in tone for our Women of the Bible series. Today, Pastor James teaches on the disciple principles shown by Mordecai and his Cousin Esther, during the reign of Xerxes. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/5MfoUR_thow Thank you so much for joining us today! Please connect with us by filling out a communication card: www.lak…
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June 23, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.06 Um... God?
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Finishing up the story of Ruth, we now begin our journey with the next woman of the Bible. Pastor Brad begins taking us through the story of Esther, which actually begins with the defiance of yet another strong woman. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/KL0xJuExmgABy Lakewoodgrace
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June 16, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.05 Redeemer
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After their night on the threshing floor, Boaz is eager to become the redeemer for Ruth and Naomi. But things must be done in order. Pastor James guides us through the text and helps us discern the disciple principals within. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/WB7VFeqhyF4?si=xjiN9b38Fb_jIdVkBy Lakewoodgrace
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June 09, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.04 What you talkin' bout Naomi?!
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Continuing out journey with Naomi and Ruth the Moabite, Naomi decides to give Ruth advice on how to get Boaz to make his move. Despite with how estranged the advice may be. YouTube version: https://youtu.be/Cj57t5-bLJgBy Lakewoodgrace
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June 02, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.03 Prodigal Daughter
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As we continue our journey through the book of Ruth, we see Ruth the Moabite and her Mother-in-Law Naomi return to Bethlehem and to Elimilek's estate. But with just that, they have next to nothing. Ruth decides to get permission to gleam in a nearby grain field. Little does she know that this field belongs to someone important, One of Naomi's "Kins…
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May 26, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.02 Return
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In todays sermon, Naomi, Ruth's Mother in law, had decided she will return to the land of Judah and Ruth elects to follow her, leaving everything behind. Once arriving Naomi's shaken faith causes her to even want to change her name. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/PZ-mVNRK9V8By Lakewoodgrace
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May 19, 2024 | Women of the Bible | ep.01 Ruth
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In todays sermon we are proud to kickoff our new series, "Women of the Bible." To start off we will be taking a look at Ruth, a Moabite woman whom, due to circumstances within the cycle of Judges, was brought to Judah with her mother-in-law Naomi. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/8KULUlZH4VkBy Lakewoodgrace
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May 12, 2024 | "Casual to Committed part 2"
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In our Sunday sermon for Mother's Day, Pastor brad continues our two part series on becoming committed to the church. How to grow from an infant in the church into a mature Christian.By Lakewoodgrace
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May 05, 2024 | "Casual to Committed part 1"
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In this sermon, pastor Brad leads us in the first of a two part journey into how to reinvest ourselves into church. Youtube version:By Lakewoodgrace
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April 28, 2024 | "The Word of God as a Way of Life"
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In this week's sermon, Pastor Bill guides us through Jesus' teaching about the vine. Detailing how to use God's word and Love as a form of life and what happens when we try to go without it for too long. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/b8ypcvmQ1oABy Lakewoodgrace
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What is a FAT Christian? In our sermon this week Pastor James takes us on a delve into Paul's Letter to Corinth, and the teachings offered to the small church that resided there. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/Pr62JikaFC4By Lakewoodgrace
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April 14, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 47 "Its All Coming Together Now"
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In our final Installment of the Book of Luke, Pastor James takes us on a deep dive into the minds of the skeptic disciples. Whom needed many confirmations about his resurrection, even though Jesus told them of it beforehand. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/WYTK16Tms9wBy Lakewoodgrace
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April 07, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 46 "Too good to be True"
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Our Sermon this week still takes place on Easter Sunday. Pastor Brad takes us on a walk down the road to Emmaus, where Jesus makes his first post resurrection appearance. Join us as we learn the details of why Jesus appeared to those on the road, and the matter in which he did so . Youtube version: https://youtu.be/mcO0HTN_MHo…
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March 31, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 45 "Unbelievable... I Know"
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He Is Risen!! In our Easter Sermon of the Luke Sermon series, Pastor James leads us as we take a deep look at Resurrection Sunday, and how the exciting news reached the Eleven.By Lakewoodgrace
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March 24, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 44 "Palm Sunday"
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In a brief rewind before Easter, Pastor Brad takes us through the events of Palm Sunday, the kickoff to Holy week. Focusing on Jesus' method of entering Jerusalem, and the message that it sent. Youtube Version: https://youtu.be/atfnv7-6C64By Lakewoodgrace
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March 17, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 43 "The Worst Day, A Great Day"
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Jesus' Final Day on earth is upon us. In this sermon Pastor James delves into the perspectives of those present during what is both the best day for the wicked, and the worst day for others. Youtube version: https://youtu.be/CsGq4Dra3OoBy Lakewoodgrace
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March 10, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 42 "Weak, Wicked, Wrong, Wretched, Righteous""
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As Jesus is being captured by the religious leaders for trail, his disciples all vanish except for Peter, whom follows closely. What happens next follows Jesus' predictions, and Pastor Brad takes us through these evens and teaches about the meanings behind the scenes of God's plan for Jesus. Note: There is a Image referenced in the Podcast, a Link …
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March 03, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 41 "To the Very End... Grace"
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Jesus' time to leave this Earth soon approaches. Pastor James guides us through Luke's telling of this time. beginning With Jesus's betrayal.By Lakewoodgrace
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February 25, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 40 "Last Things"
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Jesus' Final Week of ministry is upon us. During his time in Jerusalem he has developed a routine of teaching in the mornings, and praying on the olive mount in the evenings. Pastor James takes us into his teachings during this trying time, most of with deal with the signs of trying times. YouTube version can be found here: https://youtu.be/Hk_O_hX…
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February 18, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 39 "Authority"
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Jesus has entered Jerusalem. Following the events of Palm Sunday, Jesus decided to preach the Gospel within the temple courts. This was much to the dismay of the chief priests. Pastor Brad helps us dive deeper into the parables Jesus uses to navigate the religious leader's questioning, and inform them of things to come.…
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February 11, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 38 "Wait... Jesus said What?"
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As we continue to follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem, we finally make it to Jericho, the last stop before the main objective. Soon after we learn of the tax collector Zacchaeus and Jesus's need of him. Pastor James takes us deeper into this encounter, and teaches about the parable Jesus mentions' thereafter. Trying to prepare his disciples fo…
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February 04, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 37 "Impossible But Possible"
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Still on the path to Jerusalem, Jesus is approached by a young wealthy ruler, whom asks how to gain eternal life. Jesus uses the moment to teach, and shows the disciples and the crowds how hard it is for the rich to enter heaven. Pastor Brad leads us deeper into this passage, and also into Jesus' healing the blind beggar Bartimaeus.…
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January 28, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 36 "The 3 Marks of a Struggling Christian"
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In this sermon, Jesus is still nearing Jerusalem, and continuing his teaching via parables. Pastor Brad navigates us through the parables of the persistent widow and a tax collector, two unlikely examples that are used to convey how great God's love is. Afterward we see many children brought forth to Jesus, whom he embraces openly stating, "The kin…
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January 21, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 35 "The 3 Characteristics of Disciples"
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This week we continue to follow Jesus as he nears Jerusalem. During this current passage, his focus is on preparing the crowds, and more importantly the 12 disciples, for his eventual death. He educates them about forgiveness, humility and gratefulness when he is approached by lepers.By Lakewoodgrace
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January 14, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 34 "Money Issues"
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Still returning to our Luke series, Pastor James returns us to the book of Luke, where the disciple is describing another of Jesus' parables. In this parable, a rich man is sent to hell, but Lazarus , a poor beggar covered in sores, is sent to heaven upon his death. Pastor explains that without context, this parable can be misleading,…
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January 07, 2024 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 33 "The Visit of the Magi"
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In the first sermon of 2024 we finish up our Christmas flashback portion of the Luke series. Pastor Brad dives deep into the visit of the Three Magi or "Wisemen" from the east, and the details around King Herod finding out about Jesus.By Lakewoodgrace
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December 31, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 32 "A Day at the Temple"
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In our last installment of 2023, Pastor Brad leads us in returning to our Luke series. Taking a bit of a break from Jesus' journey toward Jerusalem, we flashback to him being presented at the temple by Joseph and Mary, and them learning of the the prophecy proclaimed for him there..By Lakewoodgrace
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December 24, 2023 | Advent 2023 Episode 4: Love
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In our final installment of Advent 2023, Pastor Brad goes into further detail about the small intricacies of Jesus's birth. From the starting location of the Shepard's, all the way down to the 80 mile journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. Merry Christmas!By Lakewoodgrace
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December 17, 2023 | Advent 2023 Episode 3: Joy
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This week, the LCLG Music and Children's ministries guide us through the Nativity of Jesus with "Come to the Manger". Speakers and song are both used to convey the Joy that came to the world when the savior was born.By Lakewoodgrace
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December 10, 2023 | Advent 2023 Episode 2: Peace
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In our second foray into Advent 2023, Pastor James leads us by transcribing the events of Gabriel coming to Mary and telling her of Jesus' coming. Her reaction was one to be expected for someone her age.By Lakewoodgrace
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December 03, 2023 | Advent 2023 Episode 1 Hope
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In this weeks sermon, Pastor Brad leads us in the beginning of Advent 2023. Telling the story of Zachariah, the priest whom was the father of John the Baptist, and whom struggled with questioning the Lord.By Lakewoodgrace
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November 26, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 31 "What in the World?"
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As we continue our Journey through the gospel of Luke, we find Jesus still navigating the Pharisee's traps on his way to Jerusalem. This time, he sights a parable about the greedy Manager, whom was not swiftly punished for his wickedness, because his punishment is missing out on everlasting riches.By Lakewoodgrace
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November 19, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 30 "The Father Who Finds"
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As we continue our journey following Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem, Pastor Brad takes us through Jesus' continued skillful navigation of the Pharisees tests. This time with parables about repentance and saving the lost.By Lakewoodgrace
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November 12, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 29 "Jesus is Lord - What Would that Look Like?"
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In today's sermon, Pastor James leads us into examining the context of Jesus's continued teachings while he is still on his journey to Jerusalem.By Lakewoodgrace
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November 05, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 28 Let's Eat
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Pastor Brad Leads us following Jesus' continued journey to Jerusalem. Stopping at the home of a prominent Pharisee, Jesus is trapped and tested, but to no avail.By Lakewoodgrace
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October 29, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 27 "This is Grace"
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Pastor James leads us. Jesus is still journeying through towns and villages on his way toward Jerusalem. Still accosted by Pharisees, He continues to heal and teach, even on the sabbath. His teachings touching upon the need for continuous repentance.By Lakewoodgrace
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October 22, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 26 "The Waiting is the Hardest Part"
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In this weeks sermon Pastor Brad leads us as we follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem. Jesus is becoming increasingly focused on the events he has already foreseen, while the disciples and the crowds that march with him continue to ask for teachingsBy Lakewoodgrace
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October 08, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 24 "Someone Stronger"
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In this Sermon, Pastor leads us through Jesus's continuing to head for Jerusalem, and the multitude of skeptics that bar his path.By Lakewoodgrace
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October 15, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 25 "He's Got This"
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In this weeks sermon, Jesus is questioned by the crowd as they journey to Jerusalem. During which he relays the parable of the rich fool, and assures the crows not to worry about their basic needs, God will cover it so long as your heart is with him.By Lakewoodgrace
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October 01, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 23 Teach us to Pray
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This week Pastor James returns to guide us through learning through more of Jesus' parables. This time, Jesus is asked by a disciple to teach them how to pray properly and he returns with a different than usual daily prayer and adds the following: Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For…
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September 24, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 22 "A Pastor, A Deacon, and a Socialist are Walking Down the Road…”"
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As Jesus and his disciples are on their way south toward Jerusalem, Jesus is still doubted by others, most notably an "expert" in the law. Pastor Brad takes us through how Jesus navigates the encounter. Later Jesus and co. visit a woman named Martha and her sister, Mary, and help them focus on what needs to be focused on the most.…
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September 17, 2023 | Luke Sermon Series Episode 21 "Go, and Woe"
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In this week's sermon, Pastor Brad returns as we continue following Jesus and his new disciples. After feeding the 5000, Jesus sends out the 72 to prepare for his eventual march south o Jerusalem. Though his instructions inform them that the journey will not be all sunshine and roses.By Lakewoodgrace
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September 10, 2023 | Vision Sunday "For Such a time as This"
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In a break from our Luke series, Pastor James leads us in Vision Sunday from the book of Ester. In a sermon reminding us of our puropse as Christians.By Lakewoodgrace
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