Book: 1 Corinthians
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Two Truths and a Lie: What is a Christian?
Ask a random person on the street what the definition of “Christian” is, and you’ll likely get numerous answers. The necessity of getting the answer right is clear: some people think they’re Christians, but in reality aren’t. Brian Dainsberg, Lead Pastor, looks at Luke 7:1-10; 36-38; 44-50 and three themes that characterize Christ-followers/Christians: 1) “I’m…
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The Book About Everything – Part 28
We’ve made it. We complete “The Book About Everything.” From fan clubs to excommunication; from lawsuits to sexual immorality; from head coverings to spiritual gifts, there isn’t much we haven’t explored. We finish with… drum roll please… Paul’s travel plans. What?!?! There’s more in there than you think. Brian Dainsberg, Lead Pastor, lookst at 1…
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The Book About Everything – Part 27
Fun fact: 42% of Jesus’ stories were about money, stewardship, and giving. Why so much? How we handle money is critical to our discipleship and it also poses great challenges to our discipleship. Paul picks up the mantle to provide us with the mechanics and motive for giving. Brian Dainsberg, Lead Pastor, looks at 1…
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The Book About Everything – Part 26
The afterlife: will there be one? If so, what will it be like? The Christian teaching on this topic is beyond our wildest dreams. But sadly, so many people misunderstand what eternal life will be like. Bottom line: it’s going to be amazing! Jesus’ resurrection isn’t just a celebration of a past resurrection. It’s a…
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The Book About Everything – Part 25
The mortality rate among human beings is 100%. Nobody gets out of life alive. So what happens after that? There is a way to face your death with hope and confidence, but it requires getting serious about Jesus. Join us as we come face to face with the astonishing truth of life after death. Brian…
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The Book About Everything – Part 24
In order for news to be “good news”, it has to have some personal impact on us. Hearing that Australia beat India in the Cricket World Cup Finals isn’t news that’s likely to exhilarate too many of us. Hearing your debts have been paid or getting a clean bill of health is a different story.…
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The Book About Everything – Part 23
Why do we go to church? What’s the point? Many Christians don’t have an answer. God wants us to and he has a goal in mind. Join us to gain a better understanding of why we gather. Brian Dainsberg, Lead Pastor, looks at 1 Corinthians 14:1-40 and: 1) Tongues 2) Prophecy 3) The heart of…
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The Book About Everything – Part 22
“Love” dominates the music scene. From the Beatles “All You Need is Love” to The Backstreet Boys “As Long As You Love Me” to Justin Bieber’s tune of the same title, we’re preoccupied with love. But popular culture has a knack for distortion. We’ll regroup by looking at arguably the most famous chapter in all…
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The Book About Everything – Part 21
A vehicle’s electronic ignition system is a far more complicated auto part than the oil drain plug. But would you want to be without either of them? Just like there are no insignificant parts to a car, there are no insignificant parts to a church. Join us to be reminded of your value to the…
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The Book About Everything – Part 20
“Pentecostalism,” or the “Charismatic Movement,” has received a bit of attention over the relatively recent past. Undergirding these conversations is the fundamental role of the Holy Spirit in empowering believers for the work of ministry in the church. We begin Paul’s section of 1 Corinthians that delves into these fascinating and sometimes controversial topics. Brian…