faith

An Inseparable Pair: Repentance and Faith

October 21, 2019 By ray

Text: Heb 3:7-15; 8:6-13; 9:6-10, 13-14; 10:15-25; 11:1-2, 13, 39-40; 12:1-2 Summary: The author of Hebrews explains the difference between the old and the new covenant. As new covenant believers, repentance and faith in Christ are an inseparable pair.… Read more

Learning Obedience

October 6, 2019 By ray

Preacher: Pastor Ray Main text: Heb 5:7-8; 6:11-12, 18-19 Jesus learned obedience through 30 years of patiently waiting, and we, too, must learn obedience. Faith mixed with patience leads to hope and this hope is an anchor for our soul.… Read more

Our Faith in Jesus Must Be Exercised

July 22, 2019 By ray

Preacher: Pastor Ray Text: Matt 25:14-30 Parable of the Talents. At the outset of our spiritual journey, God gives us various portions of faith freely as a gift. It is up to us to exercise our faith so that it grows.… Read more

Praiseworthy Faith: A Faith that is Not Easily Offended

July 1, 2019 By ray

Preacher: Pastor Ray Text: Matt 15:21-28 For what kind of faith does Jesus offer His highest commendation? Answer: a faith that is not easily offended. A Canaanite woman overcame the following: 1) Jesus’ silence, 2) disciples who were annoyed by her, 3) Jesus’ confusing statement toward her, and 4) what appears as an outright insult from Jesus.… Read more

Hold On to Jesus

April 28, 2019 By ray

Preacher: Pastor Ray Text: John 20:24-29 Hold on to Jesus, for He is praying for you and He will meet you throughout your life. Andre’s testimony… Read more

Don’t Give Up

November 11, 2018 By ray

Preacher: Pastor Ray Text: Luke 18:1-8 The parables are specifically given as a corrective to the body of Christ. The Parable of the Persistent Widow is written to those in the body of Christ who give up too easily, and likely, would be unprepared for the coming persecution that precedes the coming of Christ.… Read more