Fri, 28 December 2012
Being a follower of Jesus isn't just "arriving" at our destination of Heaven for eternity. God calls His followers to continually and consistently take next steps in the here and now. As we prepare for 2013, what are the next steps God is calling you to take? Scriptures: 1 Samuel 17:37-40 Keywords: Next Step, David, Goliath, Follower, Serving, New Year |
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Mon, 24 December 2012
We're familiar with building homes. But what if our homes built us? What if every decision we made took into account the home that God has built for us? Scriptures: Matthew 1:18-24 Keywords: Family, Joseph, Mary, Christmas, Jesus, Home |
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Sun, 23 December 2012
Can we still be a success if nothing in our life goes according to the plan? Consider the first Christmas and all the details that did not go according to plan. Scriptures: Luke 2:4-7 Keywords: Joseph, Mary, Jesus, Bethlehem, Census, Obedience, Success |
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Sun, 16 December 2012
It was not by accident that God chose to spend the first Christmas with poor, nameless shepherds. And it is not by chance that two thousand years later we still remember those shepherds. On Christmas, God gave the world the freedom to re-imagine the true meaning significance. Scriptures: Luke 2:8-20 Keywords: Significance, Value, Creation, Shepherds, Christmas, Jesus |
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Sun, 9 December 2012
Much of the Christmas stress is brought on by family relationships. But it doesn't have to be that way. There is a way to gather with our families at Christmas and actually celebrate. But to do that we will have to re-imagine family. Scriptures: Luke 1:39-56 Keywords: Christmas, Mary, Elizabeth, Family, Drama, In-laws |
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Sun, 2 December 2012
Hope is a familiar word. It is a popular wish. But it is not easy to identify. Is it possible to re-imagine hope? Scriptures: Isaiah 9:1-7, John 1:10-13 Keywords: Hope, Isaiah, Prophecy, Christmas, Need |
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Sun, 25 November 2012
In the end, we will not be defined by the big moments of victory or failure. We will be remembered for the small decisions. These little things make up one BIG DEAL! Scriptures: Judges 14:1-14, 16:20 Keywords: Legacy, Strength, Defining Moment, Samson, Faith |
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Sun, 18 November 2012
Being Thankful is an intentional choice not an accidental reaction. Scriptures: Habakkuk 3:2, 16-19 and James 1:2-4 Keywords: Thankfulness, Struggle, Faith, Hope |
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Sun, 11 November 2012
Pain is not evidence that has left us. Sometimes it is evidence that God is with us. God's plan sometimes brings us pain. Scriptures: Habakkuk 1:5-6, 2:20 Keywords: Evil, Suffering, Free Will, Choice, Sovereignty, Providence, Habakkuk |
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Sun, 4 November 2012
Honesty is one of the foundations of true relationships. A lack of honesty is one of the greatest obstacles to deepening the intimacy in a relationship. But how honest does God want us to be with Him? Scriptures: Habakkuk 1:2-4 Keywords: Prayer, Scripture, God’s Word, Intimacy, Growth, Discipleship |
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Sun, 28 October 2012
We can never allow the fear of being alone drive us from the God who is always with us. Scriptures: Exodus 32:1-8 Psalms 23:1-4 Keywords: Lonely, Security, Belong, Peace, Hope, Trust |
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Thu, 25 October 2012
Churches are often known for a variety of different things from buildings to pastors to programs, but Jesus had something different in mind when He established the Church. Join us today as the Kenwood Campus Pastor, Brandon Reed, teaches from Matthew 16:13-18, looking at what Jesus built the Church on, and what Brandon's heart is for the future at the Kenwood Campus of Grace Community Church. Keywords: Vision, Dreams, North Clarksville, Church, Jesus, Peter, Future |
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Sun, 21 October 2012
There is the moment when we realize that our reality does not match our hopes and dreams. How do we respond? Where do we find hope? Scriptures: Psalm 137:1-4, Psalm 33:1-5, 20-22, Acts 16:25-36 Keywords: Disappointment, Dreams, Hope, Sadness, Broken, Song, God |
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Sun, 14 October 2012
Being betrayed hurts. But it does more than that. It becomes heavy baggage that we drag around from relationship to relationship. This is baggage that we do not have to claim. Scriptures: Genesis 33:1-11 Keywords: Betrayal, Trust, Pride, Relationship Investment, Friendship |
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Sun, 7 October 2012
When God changes lives, His church family grows. As the church grows, new needs arise. One of those needs is often a place to gather. In the process, we must remember it’s about the people. Scriptures: Nehemiah 2:17-18, Nehemiah 6:1-8:12, 2 Chronicles 6:18-19 Keywords: Building, People, Future, Growth, Nehemiah, Wall, Jerusalem |
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Sun, 30 September 2012
When faith remains private it is as if it is dead. Living faith has compassion for all people. It seeks out and maximizes opportunities to demonstrate God's love. Scriptures: John 4:1-39, James 1:27, James 2:15-17, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 1:8 Keywords: Missions, Volunteer, Ministry, Jesus, Church, Serve |
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Sun, 23 September 2012
Sharing our faith is more than reciting facts or communicating information. It has a lot to do with the way we live. Our lives have the power to amplify or mute our message. Scriptures: Mark 9:14-29, 2 Peter 2:1-12, Matthew 5:14-16, Isaiah 6:1-9 Keywords: Testimony, Witness, Evangelism, Gospel, Good News, Jesus |
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Sun, 16 September 2012
How do we start faith conversations? We’ll explore if there is just one way to do it, or if God gives us the freedom to tell His story in our own words. Scriptures: Romans 10:14-15, Mark 10:17-21, John 3:1-17, Luke 23:42-43, John 9:1-27, 1 Peter 3:15 Keywords: Evangelism, Witness, Jesus, Faith, Rich Young Ruler, Nicodemus, Thief |
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Sun, 9 September 2012
s everyone expected to talk to others about faith? What if it is not our gift? Join us as we discover the part we play in the faith journey of others. Scriptures: Ezekiel 3:16-21, 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Keywords: Evangelism, Salvation, Relationship, Faith |
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Sun, 2 September 2012
If the goal is to pass a personal faith along to children, parents need to make it a priority to make their faith personal in their own lives. Scriptures: Mark 1:35-39, Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Keywords: Parenting, spiritual growth, priorities |
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Sun, 26 August 2012
We never know when our number is going to be called. We often feel we have waited so long for God to give us an assignment, that we give up. How are we supposed to plan and be prepared for that time when God calls our number? Scriptures: Joshua 3:1-5 Keywords: Service, Preparation, Consecration, Purification, Assignment, Mission, Planning |
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Sun, 19 August 2012
When we think of volunteering, we think about using our gifts to serve others. But what if the opportunity to serve is actually the gift? And what if how we use the gift reveals who we truly are? Scriptures: Matthew 25:31-46 Keywords: Serve, Volunteer, Gifts, Talents, Abilities, Church |
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Sun, 12 August 2012
We were created to be in relationships with others. But when relationships get difficult we often give up on them or allow them to affect our character. How can we be connected to people who don't agree with us and may not even like us? Scriptures: Acts 15:36-41, 1 John 2:7-11, Hebrews 10:23-24, Proverbs 20:18, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Keywords: Relationships, Friendship, Fellowship, Church, Connect, Small Groups, Community Groups |
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Sun, 5 August 2012
Worship is not a spectator sport. It is not for a select group of gifted artists. It is a created purpose for everything that has breath. It is time to come out of the stands, get off the bleachers, and get in the game. Scriptures: Psalm 150:1-6, Hebrews 12:28-29, 1 Corinthians 14:23-25 Keywords: Worship, Gathering, Church, Creation, Vision, Strategy |
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Sun, 29 July 2012
Some said Jesus was a king. Others said he was a liar. What everyone said was that he was not the king the people expected. Scriptures: Matthew 21:1-15, Luke 19:39-44, Philippians 2:6-12 Keywords: King, Savior, Jesus, Lord, Triumphant Entry, Crowns, Submission |
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Sun, 22 July 2012
Michael Bayne talks about how the when we open our lives up to Scripture it always calls us to action. really matters. Scriptures: 2 Kings 22-23 Keywords: Bible, Truth, Change |
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Sun, 15 July 2012
Solomon was a guy who had it all, did it all, was loved by all, but lost it all as he believed the empty promises of idols. Join us this week as Brandon Reed opens the story of Solomon to look at how recognizing the empty promises of the allures of our world and culture begins with recognizing what really matters. Scriptures: 1 Kings 1-11; Ecclesiastes 2:8-11 Keywords: Solomon, idols, money, acceptance, approval, family |
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Sun, 8 July 2012
Sometimes it is better not to do anything than to do something with limited effort. The ancient King Amaziah had a habit of not seeing things through. The legacy he left seems to reflect his lack of commitment and teaches us a great life lesson. Scriptures: 2 Kings 14:1-12 Keywords: Commitment, Loyalty, Faithfulness, Amaziah, Kings |
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Sun, 1 July 2012
Doing what's right doesn't always feel right, and many times when you do what's right, it won't make sense to everyone else. Ben Reed looks at the callings of Elijah and Elisha to help us understand what God may be calling us to do. Scriptures: 1 Kings 16, 1 Kings 19 Keywords: Faith, Eijah, Elisha, Kings, Ahab, Calling |
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Sun, 24 June 2012
Faith decisions based on convenience create problems for ourselves and everyone around us. Just because it is easy, comfortable, or feels right, does not mean it is true. Jeroboam is an ancient king who learned this the hard way. Scriptures: 1 Kings 12:26-30 Keywords: Worship, Fear, Truth, Idols, Idolatry, Faith, Church, Jeroboam |
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Sun, 17 June 2012
When it comes to discipline, most parents feel the pressure to either punish or become a push-over. Neither is what God expects of us. Adonijah is one king who served as a real life example. Scriptures: 1 Kings 1:5-53, 2:1-25, Ephesians 6:4, Hebrews 12:5-13, Keywords: Discipline, Adonijah, David, Solomon, Kings. Israel, Fatherhood, Parenting, Fathers, Father’s Day |
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Sun, 10 June 2012
God has gifted each of us. He holds us accountable for how we use those gifts. So what does He expect from us? How will He evaluate His investment? Scriptures: Matthew 25:16:29, 1 Corinthians 12:22-26 |
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Sun, 3 June 2012
God created us for a purpose, but discovering God's will for our life is not easy. Join Ron Edmondson as he considers one necessary step we must take to be found in the center of our created purpose. Scriptures and Keywords: Isaiah 55:8-9, Psalm 104, Surrender, God, Creator, Purpose, God's will, Obedience |
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Sun, 27 May 2012
Every piece of art reveals something about the artist. As creations of God, what do we reveal about our Creator? With all of our defects, how do we reflect the character of God? Scriptures and Keywords: Psalm 139:13-16, Ephesians 2:8-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7, 1 Peter 4:10, Creator, Create, Gifts, Spiritual Gifts, Life, Salvation |
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Sun, 20 May 2012
God created, gave freedom, and then displayed a willingness to redeem His creation when it became “broken.” He created us for His own glory and He has not given up on us yet! Join Pastor Ron Edmondson as we look at the Creator God.
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Sun, 13 May 2012
Fashion changes. Styles and preferences change. But beauty? It is unchanging. It’s time we re-discover God’s definition of beauty.
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Sun, 6 May 2012
What does it mean to be a man? All of our heroes are big, fast , strong, and victorious. But is that the true definition of a man? Join us as we re-define "man."
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Sun, 29 April 2012
Our culture often defines forgiveness as weakness, out of date, and unrealistic. But Jesus teaches the reality that not only is forgiveness possible, but it's crucial in the life of a follower of Christ. Join us this week as Brandon Reed looks to Jesus' teaching to redefine forgiveness.
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Sun, 22 April 2012
Often we allow failure to define our life, rather than redefining our life by failure. Join Ron Edmondson as we learn how God can use failure to position us for even greater use in life and within the Kingdom of God. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 22, John 21, Acts 4, Failure, Success, Peter, Ministry, Call, Obedience, Faith
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Sun, 15 April 2012
Is success the same as winning? If that is the case, then most of us are losers. Regardless of what our culture teaches, what is the true definition of success? Scriptures and Keywords: Daniel 3:1-30, Success, Failure, Risk, Faith, Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar, Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, Pagan Worship
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Sun, 8 April 2012
We often run from discomfort and any kind of pain. But what if there is healing in the pain. This Easter, we will embrace the burn that comes with encountering Jesus. Scriptures and Keywords: Luke 24:1-33, Resurrection, Jesus, Emmaus, Easter, Prophecy
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Sun, 1 April 2012
Michael Bayne talks about how the when we open our lives up to Scripture it always calls us to action
Scriptures: 2 Kings 22-23
Keywords: Bible, Truth, Change
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Sun, 1 April 2012
Sometimes things have to get desperate before they get better. Let's look at the final week of Jesus earthly ministry. Things are getting desperate, but Easter is coming! Scriptures and Keywords: John 12:12-15, John 12:16, John 12:17-19, John 12:20-23, John 12:24, John 12:25-26, John 12:27-28, Jesus, Cross, Desperation, Disciples, Lazarus, Palm Sunday
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Sun, 25 March 2012
There is one place in Sin City that we all know is destructive. Yet, we continue to go there. Lust may begin with the eyes and the mind, but it never stays there.
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Sun, 18 March 2012
Life is about forward motion. Taking steps. Learning and growing. Perhaps the greatest obstacle to moving forward is bitterness.
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Sun, 11 March 2012
In our series "Sin City, Ron Edmondson shares about the sin of pride. Though we don't often recognize this sin in ourselves it can have huge negative consequences.
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Sun, 4 March 2012
Jealousy seems harmless. Frustrating? Sure. But we rarely see the effects it has on our faith and on the people who are closest to us. Truth be told, it is one of the most dangerous attractions in Sin City.
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Sun, 26 February 2012
In the concluding message of the Galatians series, join Ron Edmondson as he looks at how we are to relate to other believers and the value of doing good works.
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Sun, 19 February 2012
Why would a free person go back to being a slave? Paul wondered that too and he addresses the in Galatians 5. Join Ron Edmondson as he looks at this passage to help us live free.
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Sun, 12 February 2012
If keeping the Law is not enough to make someone right with God, then what good is it? What is the purpose of the Commandments? Join us as we discover the connection between the Law of God and the Promise of God.
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Sun, 5 February 2012
Freedom sounds great until we get it. With freedom comes responsibility and decision. The message of salvation is simple to understand but not easy to apply.
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Sun, 29 January 2012
Is your church the missing piece in your life? You may regularly sit in a church service. But are you ALL IN?
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Sun, 22 January 2012
Part of giving ourselves to God is giving ourselves to others. We were made with a need to be in relationships. We were created for community.
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Sun, 15 January 2012
Possibly one of the least talked about, but important issues in the church is what we do with our physical bodies. Join Ron Edmondson as he considers how we can be "All In" with God's plan for the body.
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Sun, 8 January 2012
What you believe determines how you behave; the way you behave determines what you believe.Join Ron Edmondson as we consider the things we think about as we begin a new year.
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Sun, 1 January 2012
At the start of a new year, everyone wants to make changes. It could be that the "new you" we are looking for is actually the "old you" we left behind. Maybe a return to the basics is the best way to move forward.
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