The Bible frequently describes death as sleep. OT kings were said to “sleep with their fathers.” It’s a beautiful image in many ways. It’s a beautiful image in many ways. When his friend died, Jesus told his disciples “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep.” It’s a beautiful picture... it’s peaceful,…

HOW GOD USES SUFFERING IN OUR LIVES Grace: The Truth that Transforms - Part 12 of 36 Romans 5:1-5 Rick Warren In our last session we did an overview of the "Six Benefits of Believing" that are discussed in Romans, chapter 5. Today we will take a closer look at one of those benefits. PAUL MENTIONS 3 THINGS…

Coming in On Broken Pieces Romans 1:9-15, Acts 27:9-11,14-18,30-31,42-44 Feb. 9th 2007 *You maybe coming in on broken pieces, but it don’t matter come in anyway you can. Paul wanted to do something very special for the church in Rome, because he wanted to be a blessing to both the Jew & the Gentiles,…

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Welcome… Plan: 4/8 - Adam - Philippians 1 4/15 - Joey - Philippians 2 4/22 - Eric - Philippians 3 4/29 - Peter - Philippians 4 5/5 - Adam - The Lord’s Prayer Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: Grace to you…

Pastor Greg continues with his series through Phillipians. This Sunday he explores the connection between suffering for Christ and growth.

Knowing God surpasses life itself

For years while I was growing up, America was described as a Christian Nation. We are responsible for most missionary work all over the world. American missionaries have built hospitals, orphanages, schools and more all over the world. In the years after WW II, soldiers came back from war with a compassion…