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Values should drive our actions. Because of my walk with Christ, I have always prioritized gathering for worship with fellow believers. While in college, I actually was fired for a job because I refused to work on Sunday. I was not willing to compromise this value because it was rooted in my faith, and if…
September 27, 2020Pastor Ricky Smith Sermon Notes Matthew 5:10-1210 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12 Rejoice and be glad, for your…
Whitewater rafting or kayaking is a high adventure sport that races adrenaline in our veins. I spent many weekends in my younger years on the rivers of North Carolina. After navigating the rapids, my friend and I would stand on the bank and toss a rescue rope for hours to help those who went for…
September 20, 2020Pastor Alan Smith Sermon Notes Matthew 5:9Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. I. Peaceful Easy Feeling? A. Peace is synonymous with God Himself. B. Peace is synonymous with the Gospel. Rather Than Search For A Peaceful Feeling, Strive For A Mission For Peace II. Power of Peace…
I am typically an early adopter of new tech, and have used wearable technology for several years. One advantage of these devices is the frequent monitoring of vital signs, like heart rate. The ability to track target heart rates during a workout, or monitor stress by assessing your resting heart rate, these tools can be…
September 13, 2020Pastor Frank Bowden Sermon Notes Matthew 5:8Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. I. The Beating of My Heart “When the will of God crosses the will of man, somebody has to die.” – Addison Leitch Hebrews 10:19-22Therefore, brothers, since we have boldness to enter the sanctuary through the…
September 6, 2020Pastor Ricky Smith Sermon Notes Matthew 5:7Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. I. Mercy is a demonstration of love between God and Man Exodus 34:6The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, “The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness,…
I am a coffee snob. I admit it! I must also confess I’m even a little proud of it. I’ve been spoiled with the depth and fullness of coffee that is well roasted and prepared, and find great satisfaction every day. The thing is, no matter how good a cup I experience today, I find…
August 30, 2020Pastor Ricky Smith Sermon Notes Matthew 5:6Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied I. Filled To The Brim “If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world.”– C….
“To infinity and beyond!” This motto was made famous but the fictitious character “Buzz Lightyear” from Disney’s “Toy Story” franchise. His overconfident ideas often did not live up to his triumphant motto. What about you? Do you have a motto or mantra for your life? Arguably there is value to having a motto to your…