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The Order of Melchizedek

Scott Risley
Hebrews 5-7

For years priests were in place as mediators between humans and God?to point out our need for reconciliation with God. Then God brought in a greater high priest?Jesus?who became the perfect and eternal mediator between God and us. Because of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross to pay for our sin, He was made the ultimate high priest. From that point forward, human priests and the law became obsolete. We can only be made right with God when we accept forgiveness from Jesus, the ultimate high priest.

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A Better Deal

Scott Risley
Hebrews 8:1-13

We learn about four covenants God made with His people: Abrahamic, Davidic, Mosaic (the Old Covenant), and lastly, the New Covenant. The Old Covenant was only a shadow of the covenant to come?the New Covenant. Under the Old Covenant, we were bound to the law. But when God established the New Covenant, He also initiated a new way of relating to His people?through a relationship. Unfortunately, many people today still place themselves under the Old Covenant; they are stuck in ritualism, even though the New Covenant makes the Old Covenant obsolete. The New Covenant established a new way to be reconciled with God through grace.

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Hebrews 8:1-13Heb 8:1-13 Heb 8:1-13By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 02/09/2015We learn about four covenants God made with His people: Abrah...

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Responding to Revelation

Dennis McCallum
Luke 14:18-20

God's goal is to bring as many people as possible into His family. All people are members of the sinful human race and need a perfect sacrifice for their sins in order to be part of God's family. To pay for the sins of humanity Jesus had to be like a man in every respect. He sacrificed his perfect human life to cover the sins of humanity.

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Hebrews 2:1-18, Luke 14:18-20Heb 2:1-18,Luke 14:18-20 Heb 2:1-18, Luke 14:18-20By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 01/15/2015God's goal is ...

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Jesus' Unique Conception

Gary DeLashmutt
Matthew 1:18-25

The birth of Jesus removes itself from being considered a myth by being deliberately lodged in history. This means that God really did come down in human form. There are several reasons that God did this: 1) to provide evidence that Jesus is the Messiah, fulfilling all of the prophecies along the way; and 2) to provide salvation for the human race as a substitute. This knowledge prompts the response of entrusting ourselves to God.

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Matthew 1:18-25Matt 1:18-25 Matt 1:18-25By Gary DeLashmutt Teaching Date: 12/21/2014The birth of Jesus removes itself from being consider...

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Is Jesus Worth it?

Ryan Lowery
1 Peter 1:23-2:12

Jesus is a polarizing figure. Following Him sometimes requires giving up time, comfort, or worldly success. Many ask, "Is it worth it?" The answer to this question is resolved when we consider that Jesus provides meaning, hope, and community to those who follow him.

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1 Peter 1:23-2:121 Pet 1:23-2:12 1Pet 1:23-2:12By Ryan Lowery Teaching Date: 12/07/2014Jesus is a polarizing figure. Following Him someti...

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When Yahweh is Your Shepherd

Scott Risley
John 10:11

David the psalmist compares God to a shepherd, who sacrifices His own life to care for and meet all the needs of His flock of sheep (us). In times of prosperity and in times of adversity, God desires to bless our lives with all we need and more. In order to experience His blessings, we must choose to be led by Him.

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Psalms 23:15-16, Genesis 48:2-30, Ezekiel 34:11-11Ps 23:15-16,Gen 48:2-30,Ezek 34:11-11 Ps 23:15-16, Gen 48:2-30, Ezek 34:11-11By Scott R...

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The Way Up Is Down

Mike Sullivan
Matthew 20:17-28

According to Jesus, spiritual leaders must have the attitude of a servant. He modeled these principles through his life, death, and teaching. Ultimately, leadership greatness can only come from God through the service of others as we trust him to lift us up.

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Matthew 20:17-28Matt 20:17-28 Matt 20:17-28By Mike Sullivan Teaching Date: 09/28/2014According to Jesus, spiritual leaders must have the ...

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How to Lead When You Are Young

Scott Risley
1 Timothy 4:11-16

God isn't into the seniority system. He's looking to rescue people and He will work through everyone who is willing, even if they are young. Paul talks to Timothy on the importance of what he does and how it relates to his leadership as a young man. We look at the importance of church commitment and look at the downsides if we lack in this area.

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1 Timothy 4:11-161 Tim 4:11-16 1Tim 4:11-16By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 09/25/2014God isn't into the seniority system. He's looking to ...

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The Paradoxical Way to Happiness

Gary DeLashmutt
Isaiah 58:10-11

Human beings deeply desire personal happiness, and live in ways they believe will result in happiness. God affirms this desire to be happy, but declares that our way of seeking through a self-centered life is wrong. Instead, Jesus declares that the self-giving perspective results in true happiness. In order to live this sacrificial lifestyle, we must consistently receive God's love and then give it out to others.

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Acts 20:35-35, John 13:17-17, Matthew 16:25-25Acts 20:35-35,John 13:17-17,Matt 16:25-25 Acts 20:35-35, John 13:17-17, Matt 16:25-25By Gar...

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