“If we can’t even do the simple stuff, how are we going to do the difficult stuff?” In part one of the Baptism Series; Mark Vanderwier talks about the difference between fans and followers, challenging us to take a step in faith towards what He’s calling you to do.
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Easter: Consider the Evidence
“This isn’t just a story that happened 2000 years ago… He’s changed My Life”. Mark Vanderwier gets a little foolish and examines the hard evidence of the good news Jesus gave us.
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Making History: Thank You Friend (Part 6)
“Your story is a reminder to you of what Christ has done in your life.” The Making HIStory series is about connecting individual stories from people to make HIS-Story. In part six Mark Vanderwier encourages us to take the time to write out your story, remembering to show gratitude to the One who gave it to you.
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Making History: “Those People” (Part 5)
“Jesus has room for everyone at His table, but do we?” The Making HIStory series is about connecting individual stories from people to make HIS-Story. In part five Mark Vanderwier talks about the Psychology of Disgust, treating people the way Jesus did, making room at the table, and seeing “those people” as people. We watched The Moral Circle video at 7:22.
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Making History (Part 4)
“Is your faith about location or communication?” The Making HIStory series is about connecting individual stories from people to make HIS-Story. In part four Gary shares his powerful testimony about how God radically changed his life when he began to focus on God and His truth. Then Mark Vanderwier talks about preparing to share your story for HIS-Story.
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Making History (Part 3)
“You’re not responsible for their response, you’ve been chosen to give them a choice.” The new Making HIStory series is about connecting individual stories from people to make HIS-Story. In part three Mark Vanderwier asks “who invited that person?” and talks about the people who invited us to church and shared the gospel with us. We look at what is hindering and holding us back from doing the same and the invitation God has extended to all of us.
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Making History (Part 2)
“Connected pieces make it easier to connect other pieces.” The new Making HIStory series is about connecting individual stories from people to make HIS-Story. In part two Mark Vanderwier shares a portion of Paul’s story, talks about Billy Graham, and the other missing pieces that are still out there.
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Making History (Part 1)
“Your piece of the puzzle is meant to be connected to others.” The new Making HIStory series is about connecting individual stories from people to make HIS-Story. In part one Vanessa shares her incredible testimony of how God can turn pain into something beautiful. Then Mark Vanderwier talks about the unique way only your story will connect with people.
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Why Church?
“We’re not called to win souls and convert non believers, we are called to give a first hand account of who Jesus is and how He has transformed each of our personal lives.” Gary Watson talks about the “church” (Ecclesia) and playing your part no matter how big or small it is. We watched this Top Church video at 1:03
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Mixed Messages
“When we mix the messages we repel the world.” Mark Vanderwier talks about an area in our culture saturated in confusion and the hinderance it has become for so many. Addition Verses from today’s message: Luke 4:17-21; John 3:14-16; Luke 24:25-27; Luke 22:20; John 13:34-35; Acts 20:21; Matthew 24:1-2; Matthew 21:12; Acts 17:24; 1 Corinthians 6:19
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Mission Possible
“Building a healthy, life giving church that unchurched people want to become a part of.” Answering the three questions from last week; Mark Vanderwier reminds us of our mission as a church and encourages us in the important difference between being a Christian and being a Disciple.
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Work as Worship
“Our work was meant to be meaningful, but it wasn’t meant to give us meaning. “ Mark Vanderwier examines three key questions surrounding work and talks about where our value comes from. We watched this video for the Work as Worship seminar at 32:15. Stay tuned for more details about this 1 day conference coming up on February 23rd.