Apr 30, 2017
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By: Russ Brechbiel
Series: Identity in Christ
What does it mean to be a "Child of the Father"? Is it about what we are to inherit as we are co-heirs with Christ? It is about how close of a relationship we can have with Him? Or is it about identifying ourselves as a child of God and then acting like it? Take your pick! Or better yet, take all three.
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- Apr 30, 20172017_April_30
Apr 30, 20172017_April_30By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Identity in ChristWhat does it mean to be a "Child of the Father"? Is it about what we are to inherit as we are co-heirs with Christ? It is about how close of a relationship we can have with Him? Or is it about identifying ourselves as a child of God and then acting like it? Take your pick! Or better yet, take all three.
- Apr 9, 2017Created in the Image of God- Genesis 1:27
Apr 9, 2017Created in the Image of God- Genesis 1:27By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Identity in ChristWe continue our study in our identity in Christ by looking at what it means to be created in the image of God, specifically, that we are creatures with limits and accountability. We live in a nation that celebrates freedom and independence, but if that is how we view our relationship to God, we have missed the mark considerably. As created beings, we are dependent upon and accountable to our Creator; a very healthy and appropriate place to be.
- Apr 2, 2017Identity in Christ- 2 Corinthians 5:17
Apr 2, 2017Identity in Christ- 2 Corinthians 5:17By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Identity in ChristOur identity will determine our values and drive our actions. What are you identify in or with? If you are a follower of Christ, our identity is defined and it runs deep. Today we start a new series that probes some of the depths of who we are in Christ.
- Mar 26, 2017Obedience- John 14:15
Mar 26, 2017Obedience- John 14:15By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Some Assembly Required
How do you tend to respond when life throws its curve balls at you? Desires, Pain, Doubt, Fear, Pride? Life will give us all kinds of opportunities to make choices. Our greatest obligation is to love God and love others. However, the expression of that love is most powerfully expressed in our obedience to the will of God. Obedience has to be the over-riding theme of how we will live. "If you love me, keep my commands."
- Mar 19, 2017Patience: 1 Timothy 1:16
Mar 19, 2017Patience: 1 Timothy 1:16By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Some Assembly RequiredPaul describes the patience that Jesus has as "limitless." Can you imagine having limitless patience? Well, if we are truly being conformed to the image of Christ, then we should be on our way. As we continue in our focus on the Virtues of Christ, we look at the patience of God, what causes us to be so impatient, and how we can take steps to increase our patience and in so doing be an expression of the Gospel.
- Mar 12, 2017Freedom Sunday / Compassion: Luke 10:25-37
Mar 12, 2017Freedom Sunday / Compassion: Luke 10:25-37By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Some Assembly RequiredToday is our Freedom Sunday, where we share about our support for the Set Free Movement, to end modern slavery. In the midst of that we continue with our focus on the Virtues of Christ, this week looking at compassion through the story of the Good Samaritan. Compassion is more than a feeling. For Jesus, it meant action. Where is our compassion and where is it sending us?
- Mar 8, 2017Love: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Mar 8, 2017Love: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Some Assembly RequiredLove in Motion. Love is by far the strongest force in the universe, stronger than gravity or even the nuclear pull of protons within the nucleus of an atom. So if love is the strongest force, what is it compelling you towards? Who is it compelling you towards? Paul said that the love of Christ compels Him to live for Christ and be His ambassador to the world. What about you?
- Feb 26, 2017Fortitude/Courage: Joshua 1:7-9
Feb 26, 2017Fortitude/Courage: Joshua 1:7-9By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Some Assembly RequiredFortitude, Courage, Guts, Gumption... Where is your level of courage in the face of fear, pain and difficulty? Jesus faced it all and with unwavering courage. Believers throughout the centuries have done the same. We are called to not be afraid, but in being conformed to the image of Christ, that has to move being just "no being afraid", but to courage as we fix our eyes on Jesus and trust in an almighty, powerful and personal God.
- Feb 19, 2017Vigilance: 1 Timothy 4:16
Feb 19, 2017Vigilance: 1 Timothy 4:16By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Some Assembly RequiredPay Attention! We hear it all the time. But what are we paying attention to? Paul told Timothy to watch his faith and doctrine carefully, to pay attention, to remain vigilant. When we pay attention to things they receive care, nurture, action. If we are to grow in grace, we need to pay attention to what we are doing, how we are doing it and what the results are. What are you paying attention to?
- Feb 15, 2017Gentleness- Philippians 4:5
Feb 15, 2017Gentleness- Philippians 4:5By: Russ BrechbielSeries: Some Assembly RequiredHow do we treat others? With kindness and patience or are we harsh? What about how we are on ourselves? Are we hard on ourselves? How is God towards us? There is a theme running through the NT demonstrating God's gentleness towards us, a model for how we are to be towards ourselves and others. But what does that look like?