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Jesus' resurrection makes new life possible (get we can an amen on that?), and because of this new life, we're all on a journey together toward spiritual understanding and maturity as we follow Him. Everyone has a Next Step on their spiritual journey...what's yours?
We have Christ-Centered Responsibilities in our family and work life: in Christ we are responsible to have Harmonious Homes, and by offering ourselves to God through our work, we can reach others with the Gospel.
In the bustling rhythm of our lives, it's easy to lose sight of the profound truth that Jesus not only offers us salvation but also invites us into a transformative journey. As we delve into Colossians 3:1-17, we uncover the profound reality that above all, Christ has the power to reshape our lives, infusing them with purpose and meaning.
In this passage, the apostle Paul addresses the Colossian church, warning them against false teachings. These teachings emphasized external rules, rituals, and self-denial as a means to righteousness. However, Paul emphasizes that true transformation comes from a heart changed by the gospel of Jesus Christ, not mere adherence to regulations. To combat deceptive philosophy, we must cling to Christ-Centered convictions.
Christ is all you need to be spiritually alive. Christ is our confirmation, our divine liberator, and our victory.
Last week we were challenged to examine how we have organized our life in light of Jesus’ preeminence. This week, Paul moves into a personal testimony of how he has been changed by this revelation in his own life.
Jesus is above all. Only Jesus can transform us from darkness to light, and apart from Him we are alienated enemies of God. As we study the preeminence of Jesus, we need to ask ourselves....does Jesus have first place in our lives?
As we begin our study in Colossians, we see three responses to Jesus being over all: celebrate, pray, and live as one who is redeemed.
You are responsible to follow Jesus. But what is a disciple of Jesus, why does it matter, how does one live as a disciple, and what is Calvary's role in helping you?
Judgment & Accountability and Forgiveness vs. Accountability can be hard tensions to balance. However, when we recognize our own sin and need for Jesus, judgment yields gracious accountability. When we focus on the forgiveness we've been given, accountability goes from wanting revenge to wanting good for the other person.
The great spiritual battle comes down to two kingdoms in conflict: the Kingdom of God vs the Kingdom of Self. Only a clear view of God's unending grace can make you love God's Kingdom more than yourself.
Sometimes, things don't make sense to us, and we don't understand what God is doing. Today, we are reminded that God desires to shape us (not destroy us), God reserves the right to deal with us His way, and that God can and will deal with rebellion against His sovereignty.
Scripture frequently presents us with tensions. It offers truths that seem to push and pull on one another. Tension is often a negative word, but tension isn't always an indicator that something's wrong. The more God stretches us, the more he can use us, and the more we will delight in Him. Embracing these healthy tensions leads to spiritual wisdom and fulfillment.
Our plans might be motivated by good intentions and appear to be righteous, but they may still not line up with the Lord's will. Our best response to God's "no" is to say "yes" to what he has for us instead.
Christmas is about God fulfilling a promise woven into the Old Testament: He will be with us, and that's what we celebrate.
On this Christmas Eve morning, we see the responses to the miraculous birth of Jesus our Savior, and how His birth provides hope for our past, present, future, and eternity.
Join us as our Elders will have a special panel discussion sharing how Christmas offers us hope for our present affliction.
As we begin the season of Advent, where we celebrate the first coming of Jesus, we see that the "peace on earth" that Jesus was born to bring was not political, relational, or internal peace, but rather peace WITH God.
As we finish the story of Joseph, we see how God is faithful, how He empowers faithfulness, and how His faithfulness provides great blessing. Whether or not we understand our circumstances, everything that comes to us in this life is meant for our ultimate good.
Reconciliation is a work of God for His glory and our benefit, and it can never be achieved without transformation. As we continue the story of Joseph, we'll see how Joseph's family is an example of the peace brought by our reconciliation with God.
The consequences of sin can weigh us down or pave the way for repentance and forgiveness, leading to true transformation. Here we'll see how Joseph's brothers desperately needed the transforming power of grace (though they did not know it), which led to reconciliation.
It's Missions Conference weekend at Calvary Bible Church! This morning is a message from our keynote speaker, Craig Cassel, who serves on the Mentoring Oversight Team for Ethnos360 training the next generation of missionaries.
Joseph's high view of God caused him to understand that God is sovereign over all rulers, and so he remained faithful to God despite worldly influence. Even through the hard times, Joseph moved forward with his life embracing the lessons and gift of suffering, all to the glory of God alone.
A high view of God will strengthen our spiritual reflexes amidst trials and tribulation. Joseph knew that God has perfect timing, that God is worthy to be trusted, and that God's process is perfect, and this high view of God gave Joseph confidence to turn to God as his natural response.
In a fallen world, sin and injustice are inevitable, and none of us are exempt from being sinned against. However, knowing that God is with us gives reason and support to flee temptation and walk in righteousness. As we see in Joseph's life, doing the right thing may still lead you to experience burdens or suffering, but we can do the right thing because God is with us.
It is easy to look at dysfunction in our lives and think that God is absent. As we begin this new series on the life of Joseph, we will see how we can trust a faithful and sovereign God.
As we close our study in Galatians, we see that our freedom blesses us with the responsibility to care for one another as a committed worshiping community. Finally, Paul reminds us to not boast in ourselves, but rather the person and work of Jesus.
There is a spiritual war happening inside every believer, but thankfully, The Spirit empowers us to resist the flesh, The Spirit produces fruit in our lives, and The Spirit helps us to see others as God sees and thus love as He loves.
