This message is a brief overview of spiritual gifts as an outworking of our identity as disciples and our participation in the body of Christ.

Reference texts: I Corinthians 12:1-31

tags: spiritual gifts, Fall 2009, I Corinthians

God's plan of advancing His kingdom through church planting.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: Church, Fall 2009, Matthew

This week we look at what we can learn about leadership from the book of Nehemiah. We see that a servant leader is one who seeks God first, is humble, has the right motivation, is willing to act, casts a vision that people follow, inspires team work, triumphs over opposition, and is willing to celebrate God's victories.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: serving, leadership, Fall 2009, Matthew

In the greatest commandment Jesus tells his followers to, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength." Often we can be tempted to leave our minds at the door when we attend church. In this message we explore the importance of loving God with our minds by studying his Scriptures as well as reading important works from great Christian writers.

Reference texts: Mark 12:30; Hebrews 4:12; Psalm 119:11, 105

Helpful online resources:

• www.biblestudytools.net
• www.blueletterbible.org
• www.studylight.org

tags: Bible, Fall 2009, Mark, Hebrews, Psalm

Standing on the edge of the unknown God's people are brought to what is most important.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: community, worship, Brokenness, Fall 2009, Matthew

Moving to honoring god with a tithe and beyond.

Main points

1. Moving toward the tithe and beyond keeps the spirit of an Old Testament Principle (Matthew 14:15-17; Numbers 18:20-21; I Corinthians 9:13-14; Galatians 6:6; I Timothy 5:18)
2. Moving toward the tithe and beyond honors the Creator as Owner of All (Psalm 24:1)
3. Moving toward the tithe and beyond puts a governor on Ever-Expanding Spending
4. God's way of bringing about Good Deeds (II Corinthians 9:8; Titus 2:14; II Corinthians 9:11)
5. Giving a tithe and beyond is God's Way of Providing for You (II Corinthians 9:6; Malachi 3:10)

tags: giving, Fall 2009, Matthew, Numbers, I Corinthians, Galatians, I Timothy, Psalm, II Corinthians, Titus, Malachi

This week we look at spiritual disciplines. These have been practiced by Christians for the last 2000 years, and can have a great impact in transforming our lives today. The specific disciplines examined in this teaching include fasting, solitude, and prayer.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: prayer, fasting, solitude, Fall 2009, Matthew

Understanding the true meaning of these words from the Bible as they elate to Kingdom living.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: Holiness, Fall 2009, Matthew

Understanding the third person of the Trinity, and learning how to allow Him to have greater control of our lives.

Reference texts:
His work Glorifies Christ - John 16:14
Convicts - John 16:8-11
Illuminates, Teaches - John 16:12-15
Provides power to witness - Acts 1:8
Will give eternal life - Romans 8:11
Leads and Guides - Romans 8:14
Assures - Romans 8:16
Prays for us - Romans 8:26
Gives spiritual gifts - 1 Corinthians 12:7, 11
Produces fruit - Galatians 5:22-23
Directs - Acts 20:22
Warns - Acts 20:23
Comforts - Acts 9:31
Regenerates - John 3:5-8
Sanctifies - 2 Thessalonians 2:13
Seals - Ephesians 1:13, 14
Instructs - John 14:25, 26
Testifies about Jesus - John 15:26

tags: Holy Spirit, Fall 2009, John, Acts, Romans, I Corinthians, Galatians, II Thessalonians, Ephesians

In this teaching we examine the church, and how it is through the church that God wants to accomplish his mission of Redemption in the world.

Reference texts: I Corinthians 1:2, 6:15, 12:12-14, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23; 5:28-30; Revelation 19:6-8; Matthew 28:18-20

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tags: Church, Fall 2009, I Corinthians, Ephesians, Revelation, Matthew

Baptism and communion are two of the most important rituals in the Christian faith. Pastor Neil takes a look at where these rituals began and the significance behind them.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: Baptism, Communion, Fall 2009, Matthew

Neil discusses the many aspects of evangelism and how you can evangelize in your every day interactions with other people. Listen as Neil shares some practical advice in becoming better at sharing your faith with those around you.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: Evangelism, Fall 2009, Matthew

Carl tackles one of the most difficult concepts in the Christian faith: the Trinity. How can a being be three separate entities and yet one cohesive whole? What is the function of each entity and how do they work together? Listen to this week's message to gain a better understanding of the Trinity and its purpose in the Christian faith.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: Theology, Fall 2009, Matthew

Pastor Neil discusses the characteristics that makes someone a Christian. These may be things that we tend to glance over but we should think about them more often.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: Christianity, Fall 2009, Matthew

Pastor Neil talks about the importance of Jesus' life not only in Biblical times but in how we live our lives today. His words, actions, and unconditional love are the foundation of our faith and our beliefs.

Reference texts: Matthew 28:18-20

tags: Jesus, Fall 2009, Matthew