Nov 24, 2013
Speak
By: Curtis Crawford
Series: general
God alone has the authority and power to speak into existence something from nothing. Romans chapter five teaches us He “calls those things which do not exist as though they did.” We can declare His promises over our lives because He has already spoken them into existence.
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- Nov 24, 2013Speak
Nov 24, 2013SpeakBy: Curtis CrawfordSeries: generalGod alone has the authority and power to speak into existence something from nothing. Romans chapter five teaches us He “calls those things which do not exist as though they did.” We can declare His promises over our lives because He has already spoken them into existence.
- Nov 10, 2013Perfect Patience
Nov 10, 2013Perfect PatienceBy: Curtis CrawfordSeries: generalJames instructs his readers to allow patience to “have its perfect work,” but what does that mean? In this message, we look at how to remain steadfast in trials, the effect of perfected patience in our lives, and how it will lead to maturity, wholeness, and blessing.
- Nov 3, 2013Our Father
Nov 3, 2013Our FatherBy: Curtis CrawfordSeries: generalIn our relationship with God, we project upon Him the failures and inadequacies of our natural fathers. If our father was aloof or absent, we may see God as disinterested in our lives. If our father was abusive, verbally or physically, we may see God as judgmental and impatient. In contrast, the Bible teaches us that our heavenly Father loves and values us because we are His children. And unlike man, He does not change His mind!
- Oct 27, 2013Waiting On The Promise
Oct 27, 2013Waiting On The PromiseBy: Curtis CrawfordSeries: generalWaiting on God in our lives can be intimidating and lonely. It is easy to isolate ourselves and become impatient, giving up just before God’s promise if fulfilled. We must recognize that while God will always fulfill His promises, He does so according to His predetermined timing. He is never a moment early, but always right on time.
- Oct 20, 2013Our Expectation Vs. God’s Reality
Oct 20, 2013Our Expectation Vs. God’s RealityBy: Curtis CrawfordSeries: generalThe followers of Christ who gathered with Him just before His ascension were expecting Him to restore Israel as a kingdom and deliver them from the tyranny of the Roman government. Their expectations were quickly shattered when Jesus told them it was not their place to know the Father’s timing. God’s reality was so much larger; He planned to change the world!
- Oct 6, 2013A Prepared Defense
Oct 6, 2013A Prepared DefenseBy: Curtis CrawfordSeries: generalIn this message, we look at the Apostle Peter’s instruction to believers to “always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear.” In order for Christians to properly live out this command, they must first know what they believe and why they believe it.
- Sep 29, 2013Flee from sin and pursue peace
Sep 29, 2013Flee from sin and pursue peaceBy: Curtis CrawfordIn 1 Peter 3:8-12, the Apostle Peter provides us with four principles we can apply to our lives, which will result in a fulfilling life as a believer. In this week’s message, we look at the principle “Flee from sin and pursue peace.” In order to flee from sin we must first understand the temptation we face is custom tailored for us and is a direct result of our personality, environment, experiences, and past sins. Secondly, we must recognize sin is a process and not a spontaneous act.
- Sep 22, 2013Let your speech before others be pure and truthful
Sep 22, 2013Let your speech before others be pure and truthfulBy: Curtis CrawfordIn 1 Peter 3:8-12, the Apostle Peter provides us with four principles we can apply to our lives, which will result in a fulfilling life as a believer. In this week’s message, we look at the principle “Let your speech before others be pure and truthful.” Our speech is a reflection of who we truly are on the inside.
- Sep 15, 2013Do Not Seek Revenge
Sep 15, 2013Do Not Seek RevengeBy: Curtis CrawfordIn 1 Peter 3:8-12, the Apostle Peter provides us with four principles we can apply to our lives, which will result in a fulfilling life as a believer. In this week’s message, we look at the principle “Do not Seek Revenge.” The Apostle instructs us to not seek revenge and then he elevates the principle by echoing the command of Jesus to bless those who would be our enemies.
- Sep 8, 2013Living in Unity with other Believers
Sep 8, 2013Living in Unity with other BelieversBy: Curtis CrawfordIn 1 Peter 3:8-12, the Apostle Peter provides us with four principles we can apply to our lives, which will result in a fulfilling life as a believer. In this week’s message, we look at the principle of “Living in unity with other believers.” The Apostle instructs us to live in unity with other believers and then provides the steps necessary to develop and maintain that unity.