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Aug 28, 2022

1 John 3:4-3:23 – The Divine Standard of Love

In 1 John 3:1-23 - The Divine Standard of Love, the assurance of our salvation is rooted in God's love through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our culture produces many versions of love, but only one love is divinely defined by the sacrificial love of Jesus. Listen and learn about God's love so that you can identify counterfeit versions seeking to pass as the real thing! God's love produces true love revealed in our relationship with others in the church, which brings assurance that we are saved. Enjoy an encouraging word in 1 John 3:4-3:23 - The Divine Standard of Love, and rejoice in the saving work of Jesus on your behalf! 1 John 3:4-3:23 - The Divine Standard of Love Sin is a Lethal Assault on a person’s Relationship with Jesus Our Patterns of Behavior Reveal the Master of our Soul Do you belong to Jesus or to satan? Jesus came to Destroy the Power & Presence of Sin

The Apostle Paul said, "For if we have been united together in the likeness of His death, certainly we also shall be in the likeness of His resurrection, knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin."

– Romans 6:5-6 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/6/5-6/s_1052005

Our Love for One Another is Evidence of our Relationship with Jesus Love is Divinely Defined by the Sacrificial Life of Jesus

"Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice [iniquity] but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance."

- 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NLT), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1co/13/4-7/s_1075004

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Aug 28, 20221 John 3:4-3:23 – The Divine Standard of Love

Aug 28, 2022
1 John 3:4-3:23 – The Divine Standard of Love

By: Pastor JC Cooper
Series: Topical
In 1 John 3:1-23 - The Divine Standard of Love, the assurance of our salvation is rooted in God's love through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our culture produces many versions of love, but only one love is divinely defined by the sacrificial love of Jesus. Listen and learn about God's love so that you can identify counterfeit versions seeking to pass as the real thing! God's love produces true love revealed in our relationship with others in the church, which brings assurance that we are saved. Enjoy an encouraging word in 1 John 3:4-3:23 - The Divine Standard of Love, and rejoice in the saving work of Jesus on your behalf! 1 John 3:4-3:23 - The Divine Standard of Love Sin is a Lethal Assault on a person’s Relationship with Jesus Our Patterns of Behavior Reveal the Master of our Soul Do you belong to Jesus or to satan? Jesus came to Destroy the Power & Presence of Sin
The Apostle Paul said, "For if we have been united together in the likeness of His death, certainly we also shall be in the likeness of His resurrection, knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin."

– Romans 6:5-6 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/6/5-6/s_1052005

Our Love for One Another is Evidence of our Relationship with Jesus Love is Divinely Defined by the Sacrificial Life of Jesus
"Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice [iniquity] but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance."

- 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (NLT), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1co/13/4-7/s_1075004

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Aug 21, 20221 John 2:18-3:3 – The Father’s Love

Aug 21, 2022
1 John 2:18-3:3 – The Father’s Love

By: Pastor JC Cooper
Series: Topical
In 1 John 2:18-3:3 - The Father's Love is perfectly revealed in His Son Jesus Christ, whose second coming is on the horizon. John warns his readers to be ready for His return and to watch out for the deceptive work of Satan through antichrist messages. Antichrist means instead of Jesus and it is the Holy Spirit who equips us to discern the truth of God's Word versus false narratives peddled in our government systems, social norms and even in the church. Don't miss this Sunday's message in 1 John 2:18-3:3 focused on The Father's Love, which gives us confidence that we are His children and He is preparing us to experience the fullness of His glory!

1 John 2:18-3:3 - The Father's Love
Antichrist = Instead of Jesus
“Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Christ!’ or ‘There!’ do not believe it. For false christs and false prophets will rise and show great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect.

Matthew 24:23-24 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/24/23-24/s_953023
We can only Identify antichrist propaganda by abiding in Jesus's Word
I marvel that you are turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel, which is not another; but there are some who trouble you and want to pervert the gospel of Christ. But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed. Galatians 1:6-9 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/1/6-9/s_1092006

God’s Anointing is His Equipping to Shepherd us in all Truth The Father’s Love Secures our Heavenly Citizenship
And you He made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins, in which you once walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience, among whom also we all once conducted ourselves in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind, and were by nature children of wrath, just as the others.

Ephesians 2:1-3 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/2/1-3/s_1099001

For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus. And all who have been united with Christ in baptism have put on Christ, like putting on new clothes. There is no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male and female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus. And now that you belong to Christ, you are the true children of Abraham. You are his heirs, and God’s promise to Abraham belongs to you.

Galatians 3:26-29 (NLT), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/gal/3/26-29/s_1094026

Our Greatest Joy will be to Experience Jesus in All His Glory

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Aug 14, 20221 John 1-2 – The Assurance of Knowing Jesus
Aug 14, 2022
1 John 1-2 – The Assurance of Knowing Jesus

By: Pastor JC Cooper
Series: Topical
In 1 John 1-2, The Assurance of Knowing Jesus, John expresses the perfect character of God as the initiating truth in our relationship with Jesus. Our merit, self righteousness and hard work can never earn God's favor because He has chosen us to be in relationship with Him through the blood of Jesus, which cleanses us from all sin. Like a child in a trusting relationship with a loving dad, we obey God's Word as a loving response to His love for us. Therefore, we confess our sins knowing that repentance assures us of our relationship with Jesus who is faithful and just to forgive us. Listen to Sunday's message from 1 John 1-2, The Assurance of Knowing Jesus, and be encouraged that we can be assured of our salvation!
1 John 1-2 - The Assurance of Knowing Jesus God’s Will & Character Never Leads You into Sin
Even so, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a bad tree bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. ²⁰Therefore by their fruits you will know them.

Matthew 7:17-20 (NKJV),    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/7/17-20/s_936017
We Deceive Ourselves when we Justify/Excuse Our Sin Perpetual Repentance is the Fruit of a Relationship with Jesus
This is a faithful saying: For if we died with Him, We shall also live with Him. If we endure, We shall also reign with Him. If we deny Him, He also will deny us. If we are faithless, He remains faithful; He cannot deny Himself.

2 Timothy 2:11-13 (NKJV),    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ti/2/11-13/s_1127011

God Desires for You to Lead a life Without Sin
God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins.

1 John 4:9-10 (NLT),    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1jo/4/9-10/s_1163009
How do we Know we Know Jesus?
1. We confess His Initiating Love for us
2. We respond in Loving Obedience to His Word
3. We Love One Another – no exceptions!
4. We openly Follow Jesus – no private Christianity!
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Aug 7, 20221 John 1:1-4 – The Transmission of Joy
Aug 7, 2022
1 John 1:1-4 – The Transmission of Joy

By: Pastor JC Cooper
Series: Topical
In 1 John 1:1-4 - The Transmission of Joy, John the apostle testifies to the vital importance of an abiding relationship with Jesus. John self-identified as "the disciple whom Jesus loved" and according to the Scriptures, our highest calling in life is fellowship with God, which brings us the fullness of joy. A genuine relationship with Jesus is not found in going to church, being a good person or being religious in rules and regulations. A real relationship with Jesus begins with God's love for us and our joyful response of obedience to His Word. In 1 John 1:1-4 - The Transmission of Joy, we are called to be the disciple whom Jesus loves as we joyfully abide in relationship with Him and others. 1 John 1:1-4 - The Transmission of Joy Since the Beginning God Has Been and is Pursuing a Relationship with you How Can I be Certain God desires a Relationship with Me? Jesus is:
- The Creator
- Eternal
- God in the flesh
“I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End,” says the Lord, “who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.” Revelation 1:8 ,(NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/1/8/s_1168008 “For we did not follow cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of His majesty. For He received from God the Father honor and glory when such a voice came to Him from the Excellent Glory: ‘This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.’ And we heard this voice which came from heaven when we were with Him on the holy mountain.” 2 Peter 1:16-18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/1/16-18/s_1157016 A Relationship with Jesus is the Only way to Eternal Life “The law of Moses was unable to save us because of the weakness of our sinful nature. So God did what the law could not do. He sent His own Son in a body like the bodies we sinners have. And in that body God declared an end to sin’s control over us by giving His Son as a sacrifice for our sins. He did this so that the just requirement of the law would be fully satisfied for us, who no longer follow our sinful nature but instead follow the Spirit.” Romans 8:3-4, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/8/3-4/s_1054003 Our Highest Calling is Fellowship with God “If you love Me, obey My commandments. And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, who leads into all truth. The world cannot receive Him, because it isn’t looking for Him and doesn’t recognize Him. But you know Him, because He lives with you now and later will be in you. No, I will not abandon you as orphans—I will come to you. Soon the world will no longer see Me, but you will see Me. Since I live, you also will live. When I am raised to life again, you will know that I am in My Father, and you are in Me, and I am in you. Those who accept My commandments and obey them are the ones who love Me. And because they love Me, My Father will love them. And I will love them and reveal Myself to each of them.” John 14:15-21, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/jhn/14/15-21/s_1011015 A Transformed Life in Jesus Transmits Joy for Jesus “As the Father loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love. These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.” John 15:9-11,(NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/15/9-11/s_1012009 Visit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net
Jul 31, 2022Genesis 16 – When Faith Falters
Jul 31, 2022
Genesis 16 – When Faith Falters

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
In Genesis 16 - When Faith Falters, Abram and Sarai allow their emotions to drive their decisions instead of God's Word. Their marriage and life suffer as a result. The compounding effects of sin can lead to significant dysfunction in marriage and relationships. It all began with a male spiritual leadership as Abram chose the easier path and capitulated on the truth of God's Word. Listen to Genesis 16 -When Faith Falters and experience how this message relates perfectly to the common problems we are facing as a culture today.

Genesis 16 - When Faith Falters

ABRAM & SARAI’S FAITH FALTERED THE COMPOUNDING EFFECTS OF SIN

‘Jesus answered them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits sin is a slave of sin.”’
John 8:34 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/8/34/s_1005034

COMMON DYSFUNCTIONS IN MARRIAGE:
- Emotional Decision Making
- The Blame Game
- Lack of Male Spiritual Leadership
“The husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body. Therefore, just as the church is subject to Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.”
Ephesians 5:23-25 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/5/23-25/s_1102023

Why Abram abdicated his role as spiritual leader to Sarai: 1) It Was the Easier Path
2) It Appealed to His Fleshly Desires 3) He Compromised the Integrity of God’s Word

A. W. Tozer said, “A whole new generation of Christians has come up believing that it is possible to ‘accept’ Christ without forsaking the world.” The Angel of the Lord God Knows You. God Cares About You. Visit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net
Jul 24, 2022Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2)
Jul 24, 2022
Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 15 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2) reveals the mercy and unconditional love of God for His people. Like Abraham, many of us battle with fears and worries about our current circumstances or our future. God reminds Abraham of the promises in His Word and Abraham responds by waiting on the Lord. Waiting on God is not easy when we are stressed and afraid, but in Genesis 15 - Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2), the Good News of Jesus provides comfort and assurance now and in the future, for ages to come! The Abrahamic Covenant - Part II, Genesis 15 Contents of the Abrahamic Covenant
1. A Permanent Homeland (Israel)
2. A Great Nation / People (Jews)
3. Personal Blessing and Greatness (Abram / Jews)
4. Divine Protection
5. Divine Blessing Upon All Nations (Jesus)
Do Not Be Afraid. I am Your Shield, Your Exceedingly Great Reward
BATTLING FEAR – GOD REMINDS ABRAM OF THE PROMISES IN HIS WORD

Now to Abraham and his Seed were the promises made. He does not say, "And to seeds," as of many, but as of one, "And to your Seed," who is Christ. Galatians 3:16, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/3/16/s_1094016 Abram Believed in the LORD, and God Accounted it to Him for Righteousness. God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds. Hebrews 1:1-2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/1/1-2/s_1134001 SUZERAIN TREATY – COMMON AMONG KINGS. ABRAM WAITS ON THE LORD GOD PROPHESIED 400 YEARS OF JEWISH SLAVERY IN EGYPT - BEFORE ISRAEL WAS EVER A NATION. NOTICE THE MERCY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT GOD GOD’S COVENANT WITH ISRAEL IS 100% UNCONDITIONAL "O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the one who kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to her! How often I wanted to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were not willing! See! Your house is left to you desolate; for I say to you, you shall see Me no more until you say, 'Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!'" Matthew 23:37-39, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/23/37-39/s_952037 “Did all this Really Happen?” I say then, have they (Israel) stumbled that they should fall (permanently)? Certainly not! But through their fall, to provoke them to jealousy, salvation has come to the Gentiles. Now if their fall is riches for the world, and their failure riches for the Gentiles, how much more their fullness!
Romans 11:11-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/11/11-12/s_1057011

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Jul 17, 2022Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of Righteousness

Jul 17, 2022
Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of Righteousness

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 14:17-24 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness shows us that this king who seems to come out of nowhere is really a precursor to Jesus. Abram has just rescued his nephew Lot along with all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah. The King of Sodom and Melchizedek the King of Salem want to meet with Abram and they both offer something to him. Genesis 14:17-24 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness reveals that Abram has finally found freedom in walking in God’s ways by how he responds to both kings. Genesis 14 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness Abram Would Not Allow Anything From Sodom and Gomorrah to Come into His Life / Home Abram Sanctifies Himself to God
The Apostle Paul wrote: “Don't you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living.” Romans 6:16, (NLT)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/6/16/s_1052016

In the book of Psalms is says: “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalms 16:11, (ESV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/psa/16/11/s_494011
Melchizedek: KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS KING OF PEACE KING OF JERUSALEM PRIEST OF GOD MOST HIGH Jewish Law Forbids a Man from Being King and Priest
Moses wrote this passage: “It shall be, when he sits on the throne of his kingdom, that he shall write for himself a copy of this law in a book, from the one before the priests, the Levites. And it shall be with him, and he shall read it all the days of his life, that he may learn to fear the Lord his God and be careful to observe all the words of this law and these statutes, that his heart may not be lifted above his brethren, that he may not turn aside from the commandment to the right hand or to the left, and that he may prolong his days in his kingdom, he and his children in the midst of Israel.” Deuteronomy 17:18-20, (NKJV)     https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/17/18-20/s_170018

‘The LORD (YHWH) said to my Lord (??), “Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool.”’ Psalm 110:1, (NKJV)      https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/1/s_588001

‘The LORD (YHWH) has sworn and will not relent, "You (??) are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.”’ Psalm 110:4, (NKJV)     https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/4/s_588004

In the book of Hebrews is says:   “...the forerunner has entered (heaven) for us, even Jesus, having become High Priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of the Most High God, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, to whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all, first being translated ‘king of righteousness,’ and then also king of Salem, meaning ‘king of peace,’ without father, without mother, without genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but made like the Son of God, remains a priest continually.” Hebrews 6:20-7:3, (NKJV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/6/20-7/s_1139020

‘“Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was glad.” Then the Jews said to Him, "You are not yet fifty years old, and have You seen Abraham?" Jesus said to them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM." Then they took up stones to throw at Him.’ John 8:56-59, (NKJV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/8/56-59/s_1005056

The Levitical Priesthood Was a Weak and Unprofitable Religious System
In the book of Hebrews is says: “a different Priest, like Melchizedek, has appeared. 16 Jesus became a Priest, not by meeting the physical requirement of belonging to the tribe of Levi, but by the power of a life that cannot be destroyed. 17 And the psalmist pointed this out when he prophesied, "You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek." 18 Yes, the old requirement about the priesthood was set aside because it was weak and useless. 19 For the law never made anything perfect. But now we have confidence in a better hope, through which we draw near to God. 20 This new system was established with a solemn oath. Aaron's descendants became priests without such an oath, 21 but there was an oath regarding Jesus. For God said to him, "The Lord has taken an oath and will not break his vow: 'You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek.’” “ Hebrews 7:15-21, (NLT)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/7/15-21/s_1140015

Jesus is the Priest Who Can / Does Make Us Perfect

Jesus: KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS KING OF PEACE KING OF JERUSALEM PRIEST OF GOD MOST HIGH

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Jul 10, 2022Acts 16 – Baptism – A Believer’s Response to God’s Love

Jul 10, 2022
Acts 16 – Baptism – A Believer’s Response to God’s Love

By: Pastor JC Cooper
Series: Topical
Acts 16 - Baptism - A Believer's Response to God's Love is the incredible story of the Philippian jailer who was ready to take his own life, until he met the Apostle Paul. In response to the Gospel message the jailer receives Christ and in response to God’s love gets baptized. Perhaps you were baptized as a baby or you already love and follow Jesus, but have not been baptized as an adult; what should you do? In this Sunday’s message we see the power of the Gospel pursuing a man who was not looking for Jesus, and yet Jesus was looking for him! Don’t miss message that has a relatable narrative on the dark and difficult circumstances of the Apostle Paul and how God uses our trials to minister to others for the sake of being saved. Acts 16 will teach purpose of Baptism - a believer’s response to God’s love! Acts 16 - Baptism – A Believer’s Response to God’s Love When we Embrace the Call of God upon our Lives Expect Opposition
Jesus said in the book of Matthew: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.” Matthew 5:10-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/5/10-12/s_934010

The Apostle Paul wrote: “Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit, speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord, giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ,” Ephesians 5:17-20, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/5/17-20/s_1102017 Discernment Begins With Seeking God’s Will Above Our Own In the book of Romans is says: “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” Romans 12:1-2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/12/1-2/s_1058001 A Repentant Heart: - Has a Humble Posture - Responds to the Gospel - Shows evidence of transformation Why Baptism? - We Identify in Jesus’ Death & Resurrection - Symbolizes the Old Life Made New - Symbolizes our Commitment to the Church Baptism is Walking in Obedience to Jesus’ Command

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Jul 3, 2022Genesis 14 – The Astounding Grace of God

Jul 3, 2022
Genesis 14 – The Astounding Grace of God

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 14 - The Astounding Grace of God shows us how Abraham reflects God's astounding love for a man who wronged him in the past. Abraham has experienced the grace based love of God, even when he didn't deserve it, and as his character grows he begins to look more and more like Jesus. If you are struggling to forgive those who have wronged you in your life, listen to Sunday's message to learn how to be humble instead of high minded. Genesis 14 is an encouraging word focused on the Astounding love of God and the endless riches of His grace.

The Astounding Grace of God

Abram Risked Everything to Rescue The Man That Wronged Him

Our Relationship with God is Not Performance Based

Our Relationship with God is Grace Based

You have become estranged from Christ, you who attempt to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace.

Galatians 5:4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/gal/5/4/s_1096004

God Graciously Uses Abram To Save A Guy

Living In The Wickedness of Sodom

There Is A Common Mindset In Heaven Amongst Ever Person There

There Is No One There That Thinks They Deserve To Be There

Abram Would Not Let Anything From Sodom and Gomorrah

To Come Into His Life / Home.

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Jun 26, 2022Genesis 13 – Finding Intimacy with God

Jun 26, 2022
Genesis 13 – Finding Intimacy with God

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 13 - Finding Intimacy with God shows us that now Abram realizes the cause and the cost of losing his intimacy with God. Like Abraham, we can feel distanced in our relationship with Jesus because of our own sin or even the difficult circumstances we face within our own family. God has made a way for us to return to a place of genuine faith, gratitude and a hunger for God's Word. Listen to this week's message in Genesis 13 and learn how the Bible leads, guides and directs us back to a place of finding Intimacy with God and how to deal with family conflict.
LOST INTIMACY WITH GOD? RETURN TO THE PLACE OF THE ALTAR

A Place of GENUINE FAITH IN JESUS A Place of GRATITUDE & WORSHIP A Place where we HUNGER TO KNOW GOD’S WORD

In the book of Acts is says: "Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Then times of refreshment will come from the presence of the Lord, and He will send you Jesus, your appointed Messiah."

Acts 3:19-20, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/act/3/19-20/s_1021019

HOW TO DEAL WITH FAMILY CONFLICT

1) TAKE THE INITIATIVE TO RESOLVE THE DISPUTE 2) BE WILLING TO GIVE AWAY WHAT YOU DESERVE 3) PUT FAMILY HEALTH ABOVE YOUR DESIRES

It was our weaknesses He carried; it was our (sin) sorrows that weighed Him down. And we thought His troubles were a punishment from God, a punishment for His own sins! But He was pierced for our rebellion, crushed for our sins. He was beaten so we could be whole. He was whipped so we could be healed. 6 All of us, like sheep, have strayed away. We have left God's paths to follow our own. Yet the Lord laid on Him(self) the sins of us all.

Isaiah 53:4-6 NLT   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/isa/53/4-6/s_732004

LOT - AN ARCHITYPE OF THE HALF-HEARTED BELIEVER

1) PROFESSES FAITH IN GOD – BUT IS CONTROLLED BY HIS FLESH 2) HAS ONE FOOT IN THE KINGDOM / WORLD 3) LACKS GOOD FRUIT IN HIS LIFE

The Apostle Paul writes to the church in Corinth: "Each one will receive his own reward according to his own labor. For we are God's fellow workers; you are God's field, you are God's building. According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. But let each one take heed how he builds on it. For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if anyone builds on this foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, each one's work will become clear; for the Day will declare it, because it will be revealed by fire; and the fire will test each one's work, of what sort it is. If anyone's work which he has built on it endures, he will receive a reward. If anyone's work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire." 1 Corinthians 3:8-15,( NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/3/8-15/s_1065008

IF WE HAVE NOT LEARNED TO DO - WHAT GOD HAS ALREADY SHOWN US – GOD WILL WAIT TO GIVE US OUR NEXT INSTRUCTION

BUT WHEN WE DO WHAT GOD HAS SHOWN US - GOD REVEALS MORE OF HIMSELF TO US

Jesus said: "To those who listen to My teaching, more understanding will be given, and they will have an abundance. But for those who are not listening, even what little understanding they have will be taken away from them."

Matthew 13:12, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/13/12/s_942012

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Jun 19, 2022Genesis 12 – Abram’s Lapse of Faith

Jun 19, 2022
Genesis 12 – Abram’s Lapse of Faith

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 12 - Abram's Lapse of Faith is a reminder that we all stumble in unbelief, but God's blessings come to us by His grace and not our merit. Everyone knows and experiences that life is hard! It's easy to blame God for suffering and hardship, but as a we grow in knowing God's person we see that He is building our character and trust in Him through trials and pain. It's temping to do what is right in our own eyes and according to our own ways, and like Abram God calls you to grow in faith. Pastor Dave's message in Genesis 12 - Abram's Lapse of Faith is an encouraging lesson teaching us that God loves you even when you fail.

LIFE IS HARD - GOD’S WAYS ARE PECULIAR

The Skeptic’s Say:

If God is good, He would wish to end all suffering and hardship. If God is Almighty, He would be able to do what he wished. But suffering and hardship exist. Therefore, God lacks either goodness, or power, or both.

The Anonymous POEM

When God wants to drill a man, And thrill a man, And skill a man When God wants to mold a man To play the noblest part; When He yearns with all His heart To create so great and bold a man That all the world shall be amazed, Watch His methods, watch His ways! How He ruthlessly perfects Whom He royally elects! How He hammers him and hurts him, – Anonymous And with mighty blows converts him Into trial shapes of clay which Only God understands. While his tortured heart is crying And he lifts beseeching hands! How He bends but never breaks When his good He undertakes. How He uses whom He chooses, And which every purpose fuses him; By every act induces him To try His splendor out- God knows what He’s about.

UNDER TRIAL - ABRAM STUMBLED IN UNBELIEF

In the Book of Genesis Abram says: "But indeed, she is truly my sister. She is the daughter of my father, but not the daughter of my mother; and she became my wife." Genesis 20:12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/20/12/s_20012

OUR FAITH GROWS BY KNOWING GOD’S PERSON

The consequences of Abram’s sin: Sarai given to Pharaoh’s Harem

God Plagues Pharaoh’s house
God came to Abimelech in a dream by night, and said to him, "Indeed you are a dead man because of the woman whom you have taken, for she is a man's wife." But Abimelech had not come near her; and he said, "Lord, will You slay a righteous nation also? Did he not say to me, 'She is my sister'? And she, even she herself said, 'He is my brother.' In the integrity of my heart and innocence of my hands I have done this." And God said to him in a dream, "Yes, I know that you did this in the integrity of your heart. For I withheld you from sinning against Me; therefore, I did not let you touch her. Genesis 20:3-6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/20/3-6/s_20003
GOD’S BLESSINGS COME TO US BY GRACE – NOT BY OUR MERIT

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Jun 12, 2022Genesis 12 – Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1)

Jun 12, 2022
Genesis 12 – Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 12 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1) teaches us that God's covenant promises are always fulfilled. God calls Abram a sinful pagan man to follow Him not because Abram is better than others, but because God has a purpose for his life. This promised covenant from God means we can trust God has a purpose for our lives just like Abraham! Pastor Dave's message explains God's covenant with Abraham, how it relates to Israel and why God's covenant points us to Jesus today! Genesis 12 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1) reveals that God's plans for your life are bigger than you can ever dream. The Apostle Paul wrote: "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ. 4 He (God) chose us in Him (Jesus) before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love." Ephesians 1:3-4, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/1/3-4/s_1098003
GOD CALLS A SINFUL, PAGAN MAN TO FOLLOW HIM

GOD’S PROMISES ARE SO RICH – THEY STAGGER OUR IMAGINATION

In the book of Joshua it says "Thus says the Lord God of Israel: 'Your fathers, including Terah, the father of Abraham and the father of Nahor, dwelt on the other side of the river (Euphrates) in old times; and they served other gods." Joshua 24:2, (NKJV)     https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jos/24/2/s_211002

In the book of Acts the disciple Stephen tells us: "The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham when he was in Mesopotamia, BEFORE HE DWELT IN HARAN, and said to him, 'Get out of your country and from your relatives, and come to a land that I will show you.' Then he (Abram) came out of the land of the Chaldeans and dwelt in Haran. And from there, when his father was dead, he moved him to this land in which you now dwell. " Acts 7:2-4, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/act/7/2-4/s_1025002
WHAT IS GOD’S PURPOSE FOR MAKING THE ABRAHAMIC COVENANT? 1) TO MAKE ISRAEL GOD’S OWN SPECIAL PEOPLE 2) TO REVEAL THE ONE TRUE GOD TO ALL NATIONS 3) TO BRING JESUS, THE SAVIOR OF MANKIND, INTO THE WORLD The CONTENTS of the Abrahamic COVENANT 1) A PERMANENT HOMELAND (Israel) 2) A GREAT NATION / PEOPLE (Jews) 3) PERSONAL BLESSING AND GREATNESS (Abram / Jews) 4) DIVINE PROTECTION (Against Anti-Semitism) 5) DIVINE BLESSING UPON ALL NATIONS (Jesus)
And the Scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, preached the gospel to Abraham beforehand, saying, "In you all the nations shall be blessed." So then those who are of faith are blessed with believing Abraham.

Galatians 3:8-9, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/3/8-9/s_1094008

GOD’S PLANS FOR YOUR LIFE ARE BIGGER THAN YOU COULD DREAM

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Jun 5, 2022Genesis 11 – The Tower of Babel

Jun 5, 2022
Genesis 11 – The Tower of Babel

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 11 - The Tower of Babel reveals that the sinful nature of man was not removed after the flood. We know that the ancient Babylonians were not a barbaric society, in fact they were quite advanced in many areas of science and agriculture and they were able to advance quite rapidly because the world had only one language. Genesis 11 - The Tower of Babel is man's first attempt at a one world government. It is also the beginning of the false religions. It was sinful, corrupt and it's leader "Nimrod" rebelled against God.

What was the purpose of the Tower of Babel?

Nimrod – King of Babel – Genesis 10

Ancient Jewish Targum says: “He (Nimrod) was powerful in hunting and in wickedness before the Lord, for he was a hunter of the sons of men, and he said to them, “Depart from the judgment of the Lord, and adhere to the judgment of Nimrod!” Therefore it is said: “As Nimrod the strong one, strong in hunting, and in wickedness before the Lord."

TOWER OF BABEL - LET US MAKE A NAME FOR OURSELVES

GOD SCATTERED THE NATIONS TO PROTECT HUMANITY

THERE IS ONLY ONE RACE

He has made from one blood every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, and has determined their pre-appointed times and the boundaries of their dwellings. Acts 17:26, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/act/17/26/s_1035026

THE LIFE OF FAITH – TRUMPS - THE SELF-DIRECTED LIFE

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May 29, 2022Genesis 9-10 – New Beginnings

May 29, 2022
Genesis 9-10 – New Beginnings

By: Pastor JC Cooper
Series: Genesis
Genesis 9-10 - New Beginnings, emphasizes the new beginnings for Noah and his family as God establishes His covenant of loving-kindness with all the earth. God gives mankind the responsibility to rule and reign with justice in order to protect the sanctity of life. When we honor the Lord our relationship with our parents, coworkers and community it enables us to produces good fruit instead of the violence and dissension we see in both Noah's day and today. Listen to Pastor JC Cooper's timely message in Genesis 9-10 and join us in praying for new beginnings rooted in God's promises!

GOD ESTABLISHES GOVERNMENT to Protect the Sanctity of Life

Moses wrote: “for the life of the body is in its blood. I have given you the blood on the altar to purify you, making you right with the LORD. It is the blood, given in exchange for a life, that makes purification possible. 12 That is why I have said to the people of Israel, ‘You must never eat or drink blood—neither you nor the foreigners living among you.” Leviticus 17:11-12, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/lev/17/11-12/s_107011

The Apostle Paul wrote: “In fact, according to the law of Moses, nearly everything was purified with blood. For without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness.” Hebrews 9:22, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/heb/9/22/s_1142022

GOD’S COVENANT Displays His Long-suffering & Loving-kindness

The Prophet Jonah records his prayer to the Lord: “So he prayed to the Lord, and said, “Ah, Lord, was not this what I said when I was still in my country? Therefore I fled previously to Tarshish; for I know that You are a gracious and merciful God, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, One who relents from doing harm.” Jonah 4:2 (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jon/4/2/s_893002

The Apostle Peter tells us: “The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.” 2 Peter 3:9 (NKJV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/3/9/s_1159009

Beware of Counterfeit ‘Holy Spirits’

Honor Your Father & Mother A Promise of Abundant Life

The Apostle Paul writes instructions to the church of Ephesus: “Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. 2 “Honor your father and mother.” This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, “things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.” Ephesians 6:1-3, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/eph/6/1-3/s_1103001

GOD KEEPS HIS COVENANT Live in His Grace

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May 22, 2022Joshua 1 – Be Strong and Courageous

May 22, 2022
Joshua 1 – Be Strong and Courageous

By: Guest Speaker
Series: Topical
Joshua 1 - Be Strong and Courageous is an inspirational message showing us that we can be the valiant people of God. When we focus on God’s abilities and faithfulness we are able to then be strong and courageous. Strength and courage are not merely words, but the truth of what God promises and provides to those who follow Him. Listen to Guest Speaker John Hwang as he unpacks this uplifting message showing what it means to embrace God's call of strength and courage in daily life so that we may be the valiant people of God.

Joshua 1 - Be Strong and Courageous Points:

1> Confidence in The Promises of God

2> Obedience to The Word of God

3> Assurance of The Presence of God

4> Encouragement from The People of God

Near the end of his time on earth Joshua writes to Israel: "Behold, this day I am going the way of all the earth. And you know in all your hearts and in all your souls that not one thing has failed of all the good things which the LORD your God spoke concerning you. All have come to pass for you; not one word of them has failed."

Joshua 23:14, (NKJV)     https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jos/23/14/s_210014

The Apostle Paul writes in the book of Romans: "For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. "

Romans 8:18, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/8/18/s_1054018

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren. Moreover whom He predestined, these He also called; whom He called, these He also justified; and whom He justified, these He also glorified.

Romans 8:28-30, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/8/28-30/s_1054028

Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, "I WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU."    So we may boldly say: "THE LORD IS MY HELPER; I WILL NOT FEAR. WHAT CAN MAN DO TO ME?"

Hebrews 13:5-6, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/13/5-6/s_1146005

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May 15, 2022Genesis 8 – Rest For The Soul

May 15, 2022
Genesis 8 – Rest For The Soul

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 8 - Rest For The Soul shows that God's Word reveals how we find Rest for Our Soul in a weary and wicked world constantly bombarding us with trials and temptations. Noah was on the ark for over a year; what a tiresome journey! Do you ever feel like your season of struggle, pain or discouragement will never end? Wait on the Lord by knowing God's promises, praying God's promises and find rest by trusting God's promises. God's promises make us thankful for all He has done and doing in our lives, even in the midst of difficult circumstances, and it is gratitude to God that sets our heart at rest. Genesis 8 - Rest For The Soul is an encouraging teaching where will find the secret to true rest as you learn to worship and wait on the Lord!

GOD ALWAYS KEEPS HIS PROMISES

Moses writes as God speaks: “I have heard the groaning of the children of Israel whom the Egyptians keep in bondage, and I have remembered My covenant” Exodus 6:5, (NKJV)     https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/exo/6/5/s_56005

WE HAVE REST BY TRUSTING GOD’S PROMISES

The Prophet Isaiah wrote: "You will keep in perfect peace, him whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You. Trust in the Lord forever, for in Yah, the Lord, is everlasting strength." Isaiah 26:3-4, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/26/3-4/s_705003

The Ark is a Portrait of Jesus
THE ARK RESTED THE SAME DAY JESUS RESURRECTED NOAH WAITS ON THE LORD GRATITUDE TO GOD SETS OUR HEART AT REST NOAH WAITS FOR GOD’S WORD REST COMES FROM KNOWING YOU ARE A SINNER SAVED BY GOD’S
ABUNDANT GRACE

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May 8, 2022Genesis 7:17-24 – The Flood of Noah (Part 2)

May 8, 2022
Genesis 7:17-24 – The Flood of Noah (Part 2)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 7:17-24 -The Flood of Noah (Part 2), provides a clear historical account of a literal and global flood, which covered the entire earth! Could the flood really have covered the tallest mountains including Mount Everest? Isn't the flood just a mythological or allegorical story? The veracity of Noah's flood is found in fossilized evidence all over the world, which includes Mount Everest! Nearly every tradition from people groups on every continent, even dating back 4,000 years, points to a global and literal flood. The Flood of Noah was sent to judge the sin of mankind, but the Ark was provided to point us to Jesus. God's fervent desire is to save us from our sins both in Noah's time and also for us today. Genesis 7:17-24 -The Flood of Noah (Part 2) is a mind blowing message from the book of Genesis. May your heart be encouraged and faith strengthened in knowing God's Word is true! It GRIEVES God’s HEART TO JUDGE MANKIND Genesis 6:6 GOD’S FERVENT DESIRE IS TO SAVE US FROM OUR SINS
The prophet Ezekiel says: “Repent, and turn from all your transgressions, so that iniquity will not be your ruin. Cast away from you all the transgressions which you have committed, and get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. For why should you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of one who dies," says the Lord God. "Therefore, turn and live!” Ezekiel 18:30-32, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/18/30-32/s_820030

DID FLOOD REALLY HAPPEN? WAS IT LITERAL OR MYTHOLOGICAL?

A LITERAL FLOOD: bringing divine judgment upon human sin

WAS THE FLOOD LOCAL OR GLOBAL? - EVIDENCE OF GLOBAL FLOOD

FLOOD STORIES from around the world

EVIDENCE OF GLOBAL FLOOD

Chinese Language

EVIDENCE OF GLOBAL FLOOD Fossil records reveal a Global Flood

• HIMALAYA MOUNTAINS
• Sea Fossils from the HIMALAYAS
The Psalmist wrote: “You clothed the earth with floods of water, water that covered even the mountains. At your command, the water fled; at the sound of your thunder, it hurried away. Mountains rose and valleys sank to the levels you decreed. Then you set a firm boundary for the seas, so they would never again cover the earth.” Psalm 104:6-9. (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/psa/104/6-9/s_582006
A Picture of the Globe of the Earth – Reveals a Pangea Occurred

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May 1, 2022Genesis 6-8 – The Flood of Noah (Part 1)

May 1, 2022
Genesis 6-8 – The Flood of Noah (Part 1)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 6-8 - The Flood of Noah (Part 1), God proves through a global flood that He does bring judgment and punishes people for their sin. Does it ever seem like wicked people and evil continues to prosper unpunished in our world? Don't be fooled! God is patient and desires for mankind to repent of their evil ways, but He is not slow to fulfill His promises. Just like in the days of Noah it is important for us to understand we must be watchful for the return of Jesus before He shuts the door to salvation just as He shut the door to the Ark. Listen to a powerful message on the veracity of the global flood that took the world by surprise. Genesis 6-8 - The Flood of Noah (Part 1) is not some mythological or allegorical story; it is the foreshadowing of the day of reckoning for all mankind. The Flood of Noah - Genesis 6 THE FLOOD PROVES GOD DOES PUNISH PEOPLE FOR THEIR SIN
The Apostle Peter wrote: “Knowing this first, that scoffers will come in the last days, walking according to their own lusts, and saying, "Where is the promise of His coming? For since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of creation." For this they willfully forget: that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of water and in the water, (and by the word of God) the world that then existed perished, being flooded with water. The heavens and the earth, which are now preserved by the same word (of God), are reserved for fire until the day of judgment and perdition of ungodly men. But, beloved, do not forget this one thing, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up. Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be dissolved, being on fire, and the elements will melt with fervent heat?” 2 Peter 3:3-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/3/3-12/s_1159003

Dr. Henry M Morris said: “The ark could’ve carried as many as 125,000 sheep-sized animals. Since there are not more than about 25,000 species of land animals known (that is mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians), either living or extinct, and since the average size of such animals is certainly much less than that of a sheep, it is obvious that all the animals could easily have been stored in less than half the capacity of Noah’s ark, each pair inappropriate rooms.”
Noah proclaimed God’s truth in a hostile culture By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith. Hebrews 11:7, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/7/s_1144007 Genesis 7
Is the Biblical Flood Literal or Mythological?

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Apr 24, 2022Genesis 5-6 – The Days of Noah

Apr 24, 2022
Genesis 5-6 – The Days of Noah

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 5 - 6 - The Days of Noah, provides valuable insight into why our world is filled with so much corruption and violence at every level of humanity. Have you ever been hurt, offended or cheated and wondered why is the world evil? How could perfect creation digress into such chaos and perversion? God's Word teaches that mankind has a sin nature, which means no amount of human effort, showing up to church or doing good deeds can possibly reform our flesh. The Bible also reveals that since the beginning Satan has been trying to destroy the lineage of the Messiah by corrupting the human race. Genesis 5 - 6 - The Days of Noah is an eye-opening message that unpacks exactly when God's flood of judgment happened. It shows us just how corrupt the earth was when the flood came and how similar the corruption level is in the time we now live just like The days of Noah.
Earth is already filled with VIOLENCE
Why is the world EVIL?
Man has a sin nature
Our only hope is to be Born Again in Jesus

In the book of Jude is says: “And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own
abode, He has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the
judgment of the great day; (even) as Sodom and Gomorrah, and the cities
around them in a similar manner to these, having given themselves over to
sexual immorality and gone after strange flesh, are set forth as an example,
suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.”
Jude 1:6-7, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jde/1/6-7/s_1167006
As it was in the days of Noah, so also will it be when Jesus returns. Matthew 24:37
The Apostle Paul wrote: “Come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch
what is unclean, and I will receive you. I will be a Father to you, and you
shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.”
2 Corinthians 6:17-18, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/6/17-18/s_1084017
Let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us,
and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto
Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before
Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right
hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:1-2, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/12/1-2/s_1145001
Even in judgment, God’s saving grace is also at work – Genesis 5
By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, "and was not
found, because God had taken him"; for before he was taken, he had this
testimony, that he pleased God.
Hebrews 11:5, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/5/s_1144005

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Apr 17, 20221 Corinthians 15 – The Power of Jesus

Apr 17, 2022
1 Corinthians 15 – The Power of Jesus

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Easter 2022
1 Corinthians 15 – The Power of Jesus will give us the answer to the most important question we could ever ask. It shows us that Jesus had the power to lay down His life for us and to also raise Himself up from the dead three days later. Easter Sunday reveals The Power of Jesus who is alive and with us today because of His resurrection from the dead. 1 Corinthians 15 gives us the testimony of the actual evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. How does Jesus' resurrection answer the most important question in life; what happens when we die? Listen to this Easter message to learn about the concrete evidence the Bible provides supporting Jesus' conquering of death. If Jesus overcame death then you can know He has an abundant life for you now and in eternity! 1 Corinthians 15 – The Power of Jesus shows that there is hope for you and many others because of The Power of Jesus to save and transform lives!

What happens when we die?

King Solomon wrote: “I have seen the God-given tasks with which the sons of men are to be occupied. He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, He has put eternity into man’s heart. Ecclesiastes 3:10-11, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/ecc/3/10-11/s_662010

The concrete evidence of JESUS RESURRECTION

WHY SHOULD I MAKE JESUS LORD OF MY LIFE?

1) HE DIED FOR YOUR SINS.

He was wounded (pierced) for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities. The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray, we have turned, every one, to his own way, and the Lord laid on Him the iniquity of us all. Isaiah 53:5-6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/5-6/s_732005

2) His life, death, and resurrection were foretold in the Bible

In the Book of Psalms is says: “Sacrifice and offering You did not desire. ...Burnt offering and sin offering You did not require. Then I said, "Behold, I come. In the scroll of the book it is written of Me. I delight to do Your will, O my God, and Your law is within My heart." I have proclaimed the good news of righteousness to the great congregation.” Psalm 40:6-9, (NKJV)

Then He (Jesus) said to them, "O foolish ones, and slow of heart to believe in all that the prophets have spoken! Ought not the Christ to have suffered these things and to enter into His glory?" And beginning at Moses and all the Prophets, He expounded to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself.

Luke 24:25-27, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/40/6-9/s_518006

3) He rose from the dead alive

The Apostle Paul wrote: “If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the Scripture says, "Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame." For whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”

Romans 10:9-13, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/10/9-13/s_1056009

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4/17/2022 - 9:45 Service
Apr 15, 2022Matthew 26 – Good Friday

Apr 15, 2022
Matthew 26 – Good Friday

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Easter 2022
Matthew 26 - Good Friday introduces us to the "Passion Week of Jesus Christ," demonstrating the depths of Jesus' love for us and what he was willing to endure to restore us to a right relationship with God. In this message we will be looking at passages from each of the four gospels, getting a full picture of what Jesus accomplished during this Passion Week of His ministry. The Jewish religious leaders who are seeking to kill Jesus are aided by Judas one of Jesus' disciples who betrays Him for thirty pieces of silver. Matthew 26 - Good Friday illustrates the reason we are commanded to partake in communion and to remember what Jesus did on the cross for us.

The Passion Week of Jesus Christ Good Friday – Matthew 26

The Prophet Daniel wrote: “I was watching in the night visions, and behold, One, like the Son of Man, coming with the clouds of heaven! He came to the Ancient of Days, and they brought (presented) Him near before Him. Then to Him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away. And His kingdom the one which shall not be destroyed.” Daniel 7:13-14, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/dan/7/13-14/s_857013

The Prophet Isaiah wrote: “I gave My back to those who struck Me, And My cheeks to those who plucked out the beard; I did not hide My face from shame and spitting.” Isaiah 50:6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/50/6/s_729006

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Apr 10, 2022John 12:1-19 – The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus

Apr 10, 2022
John 12:1-19 – The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Easter 2022
John 12:1-19 - The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus takes place just after Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead and His fame is now exploding! Things are not always as they appear on the surface. On the surface Jesus' fame is exploding! Millions in Jerusalem are hailing Jesus as their King. With shouts of Hosana they praise their long awaited Messiah and beg Him to save now! To everyone’s surprise Jesus does not receive their praise but instead displays sorrow and heartache at their apparent worship. What was the problem? As you listen to The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus you will begin to see what Jesus is looking for in our worship. John 12:1-19 - The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus teaches us that even in the midst of false worship, Jesus systematically moves towards the cross to purchase our salvation.

Jesus’ Fame is Exploding

Blind Bartimaeus Healed

Jesus is systematically moving towards the cross

NOT EVERYONE LOVED JESUS.

Many were too self-absorbed to receive His love

HE WHO HAS EARS TO HEAR, LET HIM HEAR

The Triumphant Entry of King Jesus JESUS, A KING LIKE NO OTHER:

1) THE SOVEREIGN KING - Psalm 118

The Prophet Zechariah wrote: "Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, lowly and riding on a donkey, a colt, the foal of a donkey." Zechariah 9:9, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/zec/9/9/s_920009

2) The King who is fully God, fully Man

The Apostle Paul Wrote: "He (Jesus) is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things were created through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all things consist." Colossians 1:15-17, (NKJV)     https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/col/1/15-17/s_1108015

God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds. who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high. Hebrews 1:1-3, (NKJV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/1/1-3/s_1134001

3) THE SERVANT KING: meek, gentle, bringing salvation

He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. 2 Corinthians 5:21, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/5/21/s_1083021

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Apr 3, 2022Genesis 4:1-25 – The Right Way to Come to God

Apr 3, 2022
Genesis 4:1-25 – The Right Way to Come to God

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 4:1-25 - The Right Way to Come to God, presents Adam and Eve's first child Cain, which reveals the truth that we cannot worship God any way we choose. Why do you go to church? Why do you volunteer time for community service? Is it to make yourself look good or is it your response to God's love for you? Cain's offering was rejected not because he brought the wrong stuff, but because he gave an offering to promote himself instead of worshiping God. Anger takes root in Cain's heart and leads to his brother's murder. Can your anger really lead to such a terrible crime? Sin separates us from God and we deceive ourselves when we think we have no sin. However, there is good news! God is not hard to please and He offers divine forgiveness for our sin. Genesis 4:1-25 - The Right Way to Come to God is found with a repentant heart, which results in God accepting you.
THE RIGHT WAY TO COME TO GOD

Why Did God REJECT CAIN’S WORSHIP?

CAIN APPROACHED GOD BY SELF-MERIT

The Apostle Paul wrote: “As it is written: There is none righteous, no, not one. There is none who understands. There is none who seeks after God. They have all turned aside; they have together become unprofitable; there is none who does good, no, not one. Their throat is an open tomb, with their tongues they have practiced deceit, the poison of asps is under their lips. Their mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. 15 Their feet are swift to shed blood. Destruction and misery are in their ways, 17 and the way of peace they have not known. There is no fear of God before their eyes.” Romans 3:10-18, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/10-18/s_1049010

In the Book of Luke is says: He (Jesus) spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, 'God, I thank You that I am not like other men: extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this tax collector. I fast twice a week; I give tithes of all that I possess.' And the tax collector, standing afar off, would not so much as raise his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, 'God, be merciful to me a sinner!' I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted."

Luke 18:9-14, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/18/9-14/s_991009

CAIN APPROACHED GOD WITH NO PROVISION FOR HIS SIN

WE CANNOT COME TO GOD ANY WAY WE CHOOSE

GOD IS NOT HARD TO PLEASE, sinners can come to Him and receive divine forgiveness

The Prophet Isaiah wrote: "Come now, and let us reason together," says the Lord, "Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow. Though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”

Isaiah 1:18, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/1/18/s_680018

Moses wrote: “For this commandment which I command you today is not too mysterious for you, nor is it far off. It is not in heaven, that you should say, 'Who will ascend into heaven for us and bring it to us, that we may hear it and do it?' Nor is it beyond the sea, that you should say, 'Who will go over the sea for us and bring it to us, that we may hear it and do it?' But the word is very near you, in your mouth and in your heart, that you may do it.” Deuteronomy 30:11-14, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/30/11-14/s_183011

If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the Scripture says, "Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame." Romans 10:9-11, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/10/9-11/s_1056009

(We do not come to an unapproachable God. We come) to Jesus the Mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling that speaks better things than that of Abel. Hebrews 12:24. (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/12/24/s_1145024
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Mar 27, 2022Genesis 3:16-19 – The Fall of Man (Part 3)

Mar 27, 2022
Genesis 3:16-19 – The Fall of Man (Part 3)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 3:16-19 - The Fall of Man (Part 3) is where Adam and Eve learn the effects of their sin and how it carries into the most intimate areas of our lives and relationships. Why is there so much pain and difficulty in our relationships, work and day to day life? Like a garden in our own backyard, weeds grow on their own in our hearts and minds. Anger, lust and pride is natural growth due to our inherited sinful nature, which means weed pulling is a necessary part of our daily lives. Learn four practical ways to combat the weeds in your heart in order to properly manage the blessings God provides. You won't want to miss this message from Pastor David Menard as he encourages us in the hope of God's amazing story of redemption. Genesis 3:16-19 - The Fall of Man (Part 3) gives us understanding of how to apply spiritual round-up to root out the weeds that try to choke the good God has prepared for us.

God reveals His redemptive plan to deal with Man’s sinful rebellion

THE EFFECTS OF SIN UPON CHILDBEARING

As parents we must protect our kids from: INTERNAL SIN / EXTERNAL SIN

THE EFFECTS OF SIN UPON MARRIAGE

CURSED IS THE GROUND FOR YOUR SAKE

Weeds grow of themselves – good crops must be cultivated - A symbol of our sin nature Look, this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughter had pride, fullness of food, and abundance of idleness; neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy. Ezekiel 16:49, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/16/49/s_818049

GOD CANNOT BLESS US UNTIL OUR CHARACTER CAN PROPERLY MANAGE THE BLESSING

You have commanded us to keep Your precepts diligently. Oh, that my ways were directed to keep Your statutes! Then I would not be ashamed, when I look into all Your commandments. I will praise You with uprightness of heart, when I learn Your righteous judgments. I will keep Your statutes; Oh, do not forsake me utterly! How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word. With my whole heart I have sought You; Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments! Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Psalm 119:4-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/119/4-11/s_597004

For what I am doing, I do not understand. For what I will to do, that I do not practice; but what I hate, that I do. If, then, I do what I will not to do, I agree with the law that it is good. But now, it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells in me. For I know that in me, that is, in my flesh, nothing good dwells; for to will is present with me, but how to perform what is good I do not find. For the good that I will to do, I do not do; but the evil I will not to do, that I practice. Romans 7:15-19. (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/7/15-19/s_1053015
REGULAR WEED PULLING IS A NECESSARY PART OF EVERY PERSON’S LIFE

LET’S NOT BE SO JUDGMENTAL / OFFENDED BY OTHER PEOPLE’S WEEDS

LET’S NOT LEGALIZE WEEDS

JESUS’ BLOOD COVERS ALL OF OUR WEEDS (SINS)

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Mar 20, 2022Genesis 3:14-24 – The Fall of Man (Part 2)

Mar 20, 2022
Genesis 3:14-24 – The Fall of Man (Part 2)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 3:14-24 -The Fall of Man (Part 2) picks up right In the middle of the horrific mess of Adam’s sinful rebellion against God. Then the sovereign God steps in to unveil the profound depths of His plan of salvation. At “The Fall of Man”, Adam blames Eve, and even God Himself, for his sin. Why do we often blame others in an attempt to justify the wrong things we do? This passage is the protevangelium, the first gospel, reveled all the way back in the Garden of Eden. And through it, we see God preparing our redemption, even as we are sunk deep in sinful rebellion to God. We can trust, that even in adversity and chaos, God’s sovereignty is at work to bring grace and mercy through the Lord Jesus Christ Genesis 3:14-24 -The Fall of Man (Part 2), in the Garden of Eden, reveals God's pursuing heart to save sinners, and our assurance that He will destroy the enemy that tries to ruin us.

The Broken Heart of God

The Apostle Paul quotes the Psalms and writes: “As it is written: "There is none righteous, no, not one; 11 There is none who understands; There is none who seeks after God.”

Romans 3:10-11, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/10-11/s_1049010

God reveals His redemptive plan to deal with Man’s sinful rebellion

The Apostle John wrote “He laid hold of the dragon, that serpent of old, who is the Devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years.”

Revelation 20:2, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/20/2/s_1187002

The Prophet Isaiah wrote: "How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground, you who weakened the nations! For you have said in your heart: 'I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God; I will also sit on the mount of the congregation On the farthest sides of the north; I will ascend above the heights of the clouds, I will be like the Most High.' Yet you shall be brought down to Sheol, To the lowest depths of the Pit. "Those who see you will gaze at you, and consider you, saying: 'Is this the man who made the earth tremble, who shook kingdoms, Who made the world as a wilderness and destroyed its cities, who did not open the house of his prisoners?' Isaiah 14:12-17, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/14/12-17/s_693012

The Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, (NKJV)    https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/7/14/s_686014

PROTEVANGELIUM- The First Gospel

The Apostle Paul states in the last chapter of the book of Romans that: “The God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.”

Romans 16:20, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/16/20/s_1062020

The Apostle John in his last book wrote: “The devil, who deceived them, was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone where the beast and the false prophet are. And they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.” Revelation 20:10, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/20/10/s_1187010

THE EFFECTS OF SIN UPON CHILDBEARING

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Mar 13, 2022Genesis 3:1-13 – The Fall of Man (Part 1)

Mar 13, 2022
Genesis 3:1-13 – The Fall of Man (Part 1)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 3:1-13 - The Fall of Man (Part 1) demonstrates that sin often looks desirable, perhaps even beneficial to our personal happiness and well-being. But nothing could be further from the truth. At The Fall of Man did Adam and Eve gain any benefit, knowledge, or special insight? Did they gain anything at all? No matter what benefit temptation promises, disobedience to God’s Word never adds to our life, it only takes away. Adam and Eve gained nothing but pain and suffering by partaking of the tree. The fall of man, in the Garden of Eden, clearly reveals that the consequences of sin are painful and horrific. Genesis 3:1-13 - The Fall of Man (Part 1) also reveals to us what it means to be spiritually dead and all that God is doing to restore us to abundant life in Jesus Christ.

One Command: DO NOT DECIDE WHAT IS GOOD AND EVIL

God created Adam with the capacity to COMPREHEND God’s love.

The tree of The Knowledge of Good and Evil gave Adam the ability to RESPOND to God’s love.

Were Adam and Eve Real People?

The Apostle Paul wrote: “Just as death came into the world through one man, now the resurrection from the dead has begun through another man. Just as everyone dies because we all belong to Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life." 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1co/15/21-22/s_1077021

For if by the one man's offense many died, (how) much more the grace of God, and the gift (of eternal life) by the grace of the one Man, Jesus Christ, will abound to many. Romans 5:15, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/5/15/s_1051015

Do you not know that we shall judge angels? How much more, things that pertain to this life? 1 Corinthians 6:3, (NKJV) Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those who will inherit salvation?

Hebrews 1:14, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/1/14/s_1134014

Genesis reveals: SATAN HATES HUMANS AND DEVISES PLANS TO HARM THEM

The Apostle John quotes Jesus saying: “NOW is the judgment of this world. Now the ruler of this world WILL BE cast out. And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw all peoples to Myself." This He said, signifying by what death He would die.   John 12:31, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/12/31/s_1009031

THE CONSEQUENCES OF SIN ARE HORRIFIC

GOD IS A GOOD FATHER. HE SEEKS OUT HIS LOST SON’S & DAUGHTERS

The DEPRAVITY of man

When Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam's sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned. Romans 5:12, (NLT)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/5/12/s_1051012

As it is written: "None is righteous, no, not one; no one understands; no one seeks for God. All have turned aside; together they have become worthless; no one does good, not even one. Their throat is an open grave; they use their tongues to deceive. The venom of asps is under their lips. Their mouth is full of curses and bitterness. Their feet are swift to shed blood; in their paths are ruin and misery, and the way of peace they have not known. There is no fear of God before their eyes." Romans 3:10-18, (ESV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/rom/3/10-18/s_1049010

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Mar 6, 2022Genesis 2:8-17 – God’s Garden of Eden

Mar 6, 2022
Genesis 2:8-17 – God’s Garden of Eden

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 2:8-17 - God's Garden of Eden reveals the very desires God had when He chose to create man. There is something sacred and tranquil about spending time a beautiful garden. It turns out we were created for this very thing. Unexpectedly, Eden reveals much about our deep-seated human needs. Tranquility and glory are words not often found in the same sentence. And yet humans long for both. The Garden of Eden reveals why. Genesis 2:8-17 - God's Garden of Eden is an insightful message that will help you better understand God, and yourself.

GOD HIMSELF PLANTED A GARDEN FOR MAN God desires fellowship with man In the book of Psalms it says: “O Lord my God, you are very great! You are clothed with splendor and majesty, covering yourself with light as with a garment, stretching out the heavens like a tent.” Psalm 104:1-2, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/psa/104/1-2/s_582001 The Prophet Ezekiel it has (God speaking to Lucifer) "You were the seal of perfection, Full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every precious stone was your covering: the sardius, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald with gold. The workmanship of your timbrels and pipes was prepared for you on the day you were created. "You were the anointed cherub who covers. I established you. You were on the holy mountain of God. You walked back and forth in the midst of fiery stones. You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created, Till iniquity was found in you.” Ezekiel 28:12-15, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/28/12-15/s_830012 YOU ARE A VESSEL CREATED TO REFLECT GOD AND DISPLAY HIS GLORY The Prophet Isaiah penned these words: “ Ho! Everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat. Yes, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. 2 Why do you spend your money for what is not bread, and your wages for what does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and let your soul delight itself in abundance. 3 Incline your ear, and come to Me. Hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you – the sure mercies of David.” Isaiah 55:1-3, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/55/1-3/s_734001 God gives man divine purpose in God’s Kingdom: TEND & KEEP THE GARDEN The Apostle Paul wrote this: “And we urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all.” 1 Thessalonians 5:14, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/1th/5/14/s_1116014 “For even when we were with you, we would give you this command: If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat. For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies. Now such persons we command and encourage in the Lord Jesus Christ to do their work quietly and to earn their own living.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/2th/3/10-12/s_1119010

The Trees of the Garden 1) Pleasant to the sight 2) Good for Food 3) Tree of Life 4) The Knowledge of Good and Evil
The Apostle John quotes Jesus saying: “I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” John 10:10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/10/10/s_1007010 God created Adam with the capacity to COMPREHEND God’s love. The tree of The Knowledge of Good and Evil gave Adam the ability to RESPOND to God’s love. OUR FREE CHOICE TO RESPOND/ REJECT GOD’S LOVE CAME AT A HIGH COST TO GOD One Command: DO NOT DECIDE WHAT IS GOOD AND EVIL The Prophet Isaiah wrote this inspiration from God: “Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; Who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; Who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight!” Isaiah 5:20-21, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/5/20-21/s_684020 Jesus answered and said to him, "If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him. 24 He who does not love Me does not keep My words; and the word which you hear is not Mine but the Father's who sent Me. John 14:23-24, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/14/23-24/s_1011023 Visit Us At: http://www.themissionchurch.net Pastor David Menard 3-6-2022 10:30 Service
Feb 27, 2022Genesis 2:18-25 – God Creates Marriage

Feb 27, 2022
Genesis 2:18-25 – God Creates Marriage

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis

Genesis 2:18-25 - God Creates Marriage shows us how to build a beautiful and lasting marriage. Since the beginning of time, God created and instituted marriage, therefore it remains immutable today. Marriage is complex. Understanding and obeying God’s plan for marriage brings incredible joy to our lives. God is an amazing teacher. Here, in the first marriage with Adam & Eve, God wove profound teachings for both life and marriage into this story. Genesis 2:18-25 - God Creates Marriage will allow you to discover the amazing wisdom that God has tucked into the fabric of this story.

God prepares Adam for Marriage

GOD ORCHESTRATES OUR DAILY LIFE TO IMPART HIS DIVINE WISDOM TO US

The Apostle Matthew quotes Jesus saying: “ In them the prophecy of Isaiah is fulfilled, which says: 'Hearing you will hear and shall not understand; And seeing you will see and not perceive; 15 For the hearts of this people have grown dull. Their ears are hard of hearing, and their eyes they have closed, lest they should see with their eyes and hear with their ears, lest they should understand with their hearts and turn, so that I should heal them.' 16 But blessed are your eyes for they see, and your ears for they hear.” Matthew 13:14-16, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/13/14-16/s_942014 GOD CREATED, DESIGNED, DEFINED MARRIAGE. It is not subject to change God’s message to husbands: TO BUILD A BEAUTIFUL WIFE - LAYDOWN YOUR LIFE
Husbands ought to love their wives as their own bodies, he who loves his wife loves himself. Ephesians 5:28, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/5/28/s_1102028

God’s message to husbands & wives: You are ONE FLESH in marriage

NAKED & UNASHAMED The Apostle John wrote: “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.” 1 John 4:18, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1jo/4/18/s_1163018 Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness in the day of judgment; because as He is, so are we in this world. 1 John 4:17, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1jo/4/17/s_1163017 Genesis reveals JESUS’ DEATH AND RESURRECTION were planned from the beginning of time Ephesians 5
Instruction for Wives: Respect, Honor, Follow and Believe in your husband Husbands give your wife: Pursuing love, Selfless love, Priority Love, Edifying Love

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Pastor David Menard - 2-27-2022 - 8:30 Service
Feb 20, 2022Genesis 2 – God Creates Man (Part 2)

Feb 20, 2022
Genesis 2 – God Creates Man (Part 2)

By: Pastor David Menard
Series: Genesis
Genesis 2 - God Creates Man (Part 2) is a sermon that reveals some specific details about the sixth day of creation that were not included in Genesis chapter 1. God creates man - Genesis 2. What is the value of human life? How can we find our personal worth? Are we as humans just evolved animals destined to gratify our carnal lusts to ensure the survival of the species? Or do we have greater significance? This sermon deals with these difficult questions head on. God has given humans the responsibility to have dominion over the world we live in. This profound responsibility significantly impacts our moral choices and our daily lives. Genesis 2 - God Creates Man (Part 2) is an insightful and challenging message that will give you a better understanding of your personal worth and personal responsibility.

Man is the culmination of God's creation

Our real substance is not found in our body, but in our soulOur worth is found when our soul and spirit is in fellowship with God

Our purpose for existing is to have a relationship with our creator

Here we see God's heart as a loving FatherGod gives us divine purpose in His Kingdom

In the Book of Luke it is written about Jesus saying: "He also said to His disciples: "There was a certain rich man who had a steward, and an accusation was brought to him that this man was wasting his goods. So he called him and said to him, 'What is this I hear about you? Give an account of your stewardship, for you can no longer be steward.'"

Luke 16:1-2, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/16/1-2/s_989001

The Apostle Paul wrote: "For who makes you differ from another? And what do you have that you did not receive? Now if you did indeed receive it, why do you boast as if you had not received it? "

1 Corinthians 4:7, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/4/7/s_1066007

In the Gospel of Mark Jesus says: "If your hand causes you to sin, cut it off. It is better for you to enter into life maimed, rather than having two hands, to go to hell, into the fire that shall never be quenched— where 'THEIR WORM DOES NOT DIE AND THE FIRE IS NOT QUENCHED.' "

Mark 9:43-44, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mar/9/43-44/s_966043

The Apostle Matthew quoting Jesus wrote: "And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell."

Matthew 10:28, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/10/28/s_939028

For the time has come for judgment to begin at the house of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the end of those who do not obey the gospel of God?

1 Peter 4:17, (NKJV)   https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1pe/4/17/s_1155017

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Feb 13, 2022Acts 12 – Prayer in God’s Playbook

Feb 13, 2022
Acts 12 – Prayer in God’s Playbook

By: Pastor JC Cooper
Series: Topical
Acts 12 - Prayer in God's Playbook is a deep dive into Acts 12 where we look at the importance of Prayer in God's Playbook. What is prayer? Why should I pray? Does prayer really make a difference? The apostle Peter is thrown in prison and faces imminent death, but the church prays for him. Listen to the miraculous story of Peter's deliverance and the vital role prayer plays in our life as we participate in God's Kingdom through prayer. Acts 12 - Prayer in God's Playbook will give us more understanding on how God uses answered prayer to increases our faith as we study His word and follow His ways.

Prayer in God’s Playbook Prayer Makes Us Participants and no longer Spectators

What is Prayer?

• Our Response to the Knowledge of God • Two-way Conversation with God

What do we pray?

• Love & Adoration • Repentance • Earnest Cries for Help
Why do we Pray? Our Prayers Matter
The Apostle James wrote: "Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much. Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed earnestly that it would not rain; and it did not rain on the land for three years and six months. And he prayed again, and the heaven gave rain, and the earth produced its fruit."

James 5:13-18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jas/5/13-18/s_1151013

Why do we Pray?

Our Prayers Matter
Prayer Aligns our Will with God’s
Again the Apostle James wrote: "And even when you ask, you don’t get it because your motives are all wrong—you want only what will give you pleasure."

James 4:3, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/jas/4/3/s_1150003
Why do we Pray? Prayer is a Weapon Against Evil Answered Prayer Increases our Faith Faith does not grow by knowledge alone. Prayer invites us to experience God’s power! Pray that God’s Word would Grow & Multiply

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