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Words

Tim Wright

4/5/2020

Tim Wright

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Words are the "Currency of Life". Can you imagine a life without words? Listen to this practical message as Pastor Tim shares the importance of our words.

Wondrous Cross

Tim Wright

Mark 8:34

3/8/2020

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Mark 8:34

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Jesus said, "If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me." Mark 8:34 NLT These words of Jesus demand our full commitment to Him. To really follow Jesus in ALL (words, deeds, actions), we need to put aside our selfish desires and give our lives to Him.

Nothing is more important than our eternal soul. Make the decision now. The Good News is Jesus paid the price for our sin. But when we accept Jesus as Lord, we can no longer live however we want. Ask God to empower us with the Holy Spirit to take up our cross.

Have you taken up your cross? It is only when we crucify self that we live in genuine repentance. Repentance is a change of mind. When we change our mind, we also change our attitude, then we are likely to change our actions.We we change our minds about sinful behavior, we make the promise to God to stop loving only self, we promise to consider the needs of others, and we promise to serve Him placing His will and purpose above our own. It's a change of mind and attitude evident in our actions. Not just outward behavior modification, but deep inward transformation of the heart.

There is a cost involved in following Jesus. True discipleship is demanding. Place Him first. Christ gave everything for our salvation. Are you willing to take up your cross for Him?

The Old Covenant It was a system of laws, codes, rituals, and observances. Every time the people failed to live by the standards, they had to offer a sacrifice to God. It was impossible to completely follow the rules. Everyone was guilty. The purpose was to show people that they were guilty before God and needed a Savior.

The New Covenant Jesus became the only sacrifice that could pay the price for our sin! It is finished! No other sacrifices were required. It is finished!

The New Covenant between God and you Forgiveness for our sins. Promise of eternal life. Assurance of heaven. It is finished. What is our part of the covenant? To believe and receive by faith what Jesus did for us! Then in His strength and power live for Him and tell others about Him.

Witness His Resurrection - The Woodworker

Tim Wright

4/3/2022

Tim Wright

Description
What if you could talk to someone who was there at the time of Jesus betrayal, His death, or His resurrection, what would they say? What personal experience did they encounter? What can we learn? Jesus was crucified on a cross. Imagine the woodworker who made that cross. Why was he making crosses anyway and how was he affected by this crucifixion? As we consider this, could it be there were misaligned priorities in his life? Let’s think deeper about priorities for a moment. In the famous Sermon on the Mount, Jesus insists that a priority of outward obedience to God is not enough, it includes giving God our heart! A right heart leads to right living and a right attitude. Know this, spiritual problems are always heart problems. Jesus wants us all to consider: What is our priority? Who is our priority? Where are our eyes focused? The things we treasure most control our direction and values. Do you like the direction your life is going?

Matthew 10:38-39, Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 6:19-24

Witness His Resurrection - The Sealer

Tim Wright

4/24/2022

Tim Wright

Description
Ever heard the saying from David Foster Wallace “You can’t unring a bell.” The same is true when it comes to what a person sees - You can’t unsee what you have seen. And make no mistake about it, what the Roman soldiers stationed at the tomb heard and witnessed during the early morning of the resurrection impacted them to their core. They never forgot what they experienced. They went and told the chief priests what had happened and immediately the cover-up started being conceived among the religious leaders. The Roman soldiers were bribed to lie. But that would not undo what had happened. The truth eventually comes out. Jesus resurrected and came out of the tomb. Sin and death were defeated. Jesus is risen! And because He is alive, we can be set free from spiritual death. As a follower of Jesus, authority from a sealed heart made alive in Christ by the Holy Spirit has been given to us to live out our salvation and share the message of hope to all we encounter.

Matthew 27:62-28:15; Mark 15:21; Luke 23:46-47; Luke 7:2-10; 2 Corinthians 1:21-22; John 6:27; Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:6-8

Witness His Resurrection - Mary Magdalene

Tim Wright

4/17/2022

Tim Wright

Description
Mary Magdalene had her whole life rescued, restored, put back together, and turned right-side up by Jesus. He wants to do the same for us. She is the woman from whom Jesus cast out seven demons. She has the honor of being identified as the first person to witness the resurrected Jesus. In faithful devotion and appreciation to the One who claimed her during her own hell, she was there at the cross so Jesus would not suffer and die alone. While emotionally devastated she remained steadfast and near as He breathed His final breath. She likely sat in silent grief over the next hours and days before returning to the tomb to give proper attention to Jesus by anointing His body for burial. Little did she know she would hear the death-conquering Jesus call her name when she arrived. It brought her to her knees. In her initial encounter with the power of Jesus delivering her from demons she was changed from the inside out. She was a new creation in Christ. We are too if we have encountered Jesus in our lives. That is the reality we must hold on to as we walk through all our tomorrows. Let Him be Lord of our lives. Let us do our part, as Mary Magdalene did, to share with others about our encounters with Jesus and be witnesses to His life changing power.

Mark 16:9; Luke 8:1-3; John 20:1-18; John 8:1-12; Luke 7:37-38; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Luke 24:36-53

Witness His Resurrection - Felix's Big Day

Tim Wright

4/10/2022

Tim Wright

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Witness His Resurrection – Felix’s Big Day | Tim Wright | Evangel Church On this day in Jerusalem, various details are unknown to us, such as the donkey’s name, the names of the disciples whom Jesus sent to get the donkey, nor the names of the people from which the donkey was borrowed and later returned. What we do know is that Jesus was at the center of this celebration. There was such hope among the Jewish people along the parade route because the people were beginning to believe that Jesus may be the long-awaited Messiah they had been waiting on for centuries. While Jesus was at the center of the celebration, the little donkey was right there too. The donkey, although a seemingly small detail now, represented a fulfillment of prophecy. The Messianic overtones from the chanting and singing of the crowds on that Palm Sunday stirred dreams of a new dynasty among the people of God. However, those same chanting voices would turn to “crucify him” withing the week’s end. They soon realized Jesus did not fit into their preconceived idea of a conquering King. Expectations did not line up with reality before them. Is that not how we are at times? We think of God one way in our minds, but our reality of Him can be quite different at times. Our expectations and who God is get reshaped the more we get to know Him through study of the Bible and relationship. Perhaps we could choose to do two things we see in the text of the Triumphal Entry. One, entrust what we have into the care of Jesus and say, “Yes.” The people allowing Jesus to use their donkey have no idea how the simplest thing will be used of God in a big way. Two, choose to celebrate. The people were singing songs and chanting truths of what they knew of God. Choose to rejoice today. Keep worshiping and looking up even when things in your life may be bringing you down. God sees you. God knows you. God has a plan for you. Stay available and ready.

Mark 11:1-11; Zechariah 9:9-13; Psalm 118:25-26; 2 Corinthians 6:14

Wisdom for Family

Tim Wright

5/9/2021

Tim Wright

Description
In this modern age, how do we treat our friends and family when we have conflict? Do we “unfriend” them or maybe even “delete” them altogether? God wants us to be loyal in our relationships and help each other. The book of Proverbs contains God’s wisdom for daily living. This wisdom will help us to have strong and healthy relationships, especially in our families.

Why Do We Keep Praying? Pt 4

Liz Dowdy

2/24/2021

Liz Dowdy

Description
When we pray, God answers, usually in one of four ways: Yes, Wait, No, or Different than we expected. Things to consider when we do not like the answer to our prayers: We may be praying wrong, God is not bound by our timeline, God will not take away free will, God is not our “butler”, our ultimate goal is heaven, God may have a better plan, and we are not God. Prayer is not just about getting what we want.

Why Do We Keep Praying Pt 3

Liz Dowdy

2/21/2021

Liz Dowdy

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God always answers when we pray, often in one of four ways. Yes. Wait. Different than expected. No. Now that last one is a tough one that nobody wants to hear. So, what about when the answer is “No”. What do we do? Let’s talk about it and gain some fresh perspective.

Why Do We Keep Praying Part 2

Liz Dowdy

2/10/2021

Liz Dowdy

Description
There is probably not a Christian anywhere who has not asked, “How long should I pray for something?” Or maybe you have heard, “If you really had enough faith, you would only have to ask God once for something.” I believe this is a contradiction to what Jesus taught. In Luke 18 we read a parable about prayer, a judge, a widow, and faith. What lessons can we learn?

Why Do We Keep Praying

Liz Dowdy

2/3/2021

Liz Dowdy

Description
Session 1 - What is prayer? Why don’t we pray more? Does it make a difference? Maybe you have questions like these. As we look at the example of Jesus – when and why He prayed – we will gain insight to encourage us in our own prayer life.

Who Is Jesus?

Tim Wright

4/11/2021

Tim Wright

Description
We talk about Jesus a lot. We use his name a lot. But how well do we know Him? How well do we know and obey the One we follow? We must stay in the Word of God, the Bible. The more we read it, the more it becomes part of our mind. And we access Jesus through the Word. In the book of John, Jesus made seven “I Am” statements that give us greater understanding of who Jesus is and what his position as “Savior” really means.

When You Know Who You Are

Scott Martz

2/28/2021

Scott Martz

Description
Ever get caught up in the moment and react in a bad way? Sometimes for good reasons like jerks on the freeway, strained relationships, financial pressure, or you name it. We forget who we are, disconnect from all that God has for us, hit the snooze button on the Holy Spirit and go it alone. Today’s guest speaker, Scott Martz, will bring things back into focus. When you know who you are, you’ll know what to do. This is something important we need to be confronted with as believers.

What We Really Need

Tim Wright

Psalm 77:7-9

9/8/2019

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Tim Wright

Psalm 77:7-9

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God is everything we will ever need, but do we believe it? That will determine our path. Realize God is our provider, no matter how things appear. Don't be anxious about anything. Stand firm with Jesus.

What We Believe - Part 2

Tim Wright

5/2/2021

Tim Wright

Description
The Foursquare Gospel Church outlines 22 Statements of Faith. As we go through these Foursquare Foundations you will be encouraged in your faith as you learn more about our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and His wonderful plan of salvation.

What We Believe - Part 1

Tim Wright

4/25/2021

Tim Wright

What To Do On the Bad Days

Liz Dowdy

Psalm 11

6/10/2020

Liz Dowdy

Psalm 11

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When all that is good falls apart, what can good people do? It is a relevant question and we can find answers from a story of David as we study Psalm 11. There are some things we must determine and choose. Then we must let God handle it. What to do on the bad days…trust a faithful God.

What Is More Important? Giving or Praying

Tim Wright

8/22/2021

Tim Wright

Description
The answer is prayer because when we pray, we will give. God is calling us to a season of prayer. Too many times we are just getting by. Do not be willing to settle for a mediocre life. God wants us to press into your relationship with Him. If we truly evaluate the time we spend ready the Word and in prayer, does it need improvement? Be willing to pay the price, stay the course, and see the overcoming victory Christ can bring. Not only will we be changed, but those around us will be changed.

We Are They - Who Are We?

Ron Borer

John 1:12-13

2/2/2022

Ron Borer

John 1:12-13

Description
The We Are They series is about getting back to the simplicity of faith and the church. This first session will center on Who are We? An identity crisis is a phrase used to describe when we lose ourselves. Crazy terms. But as crazy as it sounds, they are both very real and everyone has experienced them at some level or another. We find ourselves there when we face a precarious situation of doubt or fear. Sometimes when we feel empty. Or maybe when we feel we just do not fit. We ask questions like, just who am I? What am I here for? What is my purpose? Discover and experience all God has for you!

John 1:12-13; 2 Corinthians 5:17

We Are They - Team Leader

Ron Borer

2/23/2022

Ron Borer

Description
We are church. As individuals we choose our level of involvement. For any organized group to function well there is often a leader. That leader has many roles and loads of responsibilities. This final session will focus particularly on one leader Christ gave to the church and that is pastors. I have been pastoring for the past twenty years. I have written in the front cover of my Bible several scriptures as a reminder of my position and my importance to the family of faith. It is a privilege God gives to those who shepherd His people and not one to be taken lightly. He instructs us as leaders using Himself as an example and a standard.

John 10:11,14; Ephesians 4:11-12; 2 Timothy 4:2; Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 5:2,3; Hebrews 13:17; Ezekiel 34:11-15

We Are They - Part of A Group

Ron Borer

Acts 2:46-47

2/9/2022

Ron Borer

Acts 2:46-47

Description
Everyone, even the most introverted person wants to be and enjoys being part of a group. And in all walks of life, we find ourselves part of various groups. As Christians we become part of a group of people called “church.” A personal definition of “church” that I have arrived at is this: “An all-inclusive offer to all messed up people to come into an exclusive union of messed of people.” But to clarify two parts. Inclusive is to include everything. Open to all people. From last session, remember the gift Jesus offers. An exclusive meaning that it is available to people at a high cost. Jesus paid the price. We are they. Acts 2:46-47

We Are They - Being A Part

Ron Borer

Acts 2:46-47

2/16/2022

Ron Borer

Acts 2:46-47

Description
All of us in some form or fashion are part of a group of people. But, as believers, I want to make several points to help us better understand this family of faith. Last session ended with a passage from Acts 2 that stated what was happening in the gathering of people in the infancy of the church. That is the focus of this session. What they did and how it applies to our lives today. Acts 2:46-47; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; John 18:37; John 13:34-35

We Are The Church - Mentoring

Tim Wright

Psalm 71:17-18

3/6/2022

Tim Wright

Psalm 71:17-18

Description
It is difficult to cross generational lines; and yet, we are supposed to share the love of Christ with the next generation. One way to minister to the succeeding generation effectively is through mentoring. Mentoring is simply training someone beneath us. It is an important task for Christians. We have the greatest legacy in the world to pass down to the next generations, that is the legacy of eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. So as we look at examples from Scripture, be inspired to be a mentor. Show someone that you really care about them as a person by taking the time to get to know them and build relationship. Relationship is a key to sharing your faith.

Psalm 71:17-18; 2 Timothy 2:2; Acts 16:2-3; 1 Timothy 4:12-16; 1 Peter 5:3; Acts 20:18, 35; 1 Corinthians 11:1; Philippians 4:9; 2 Thessalonians 3:7, 9; John 14:12; Deuteronomy 34:9; Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23; John 3:16

We Are the Church

Tim Wright

1/3/2022

Tim Wright

Description
The Bible refers to the church as the body of Christ. What does that mean and what does the Bible have to say about the church? In this message we will examine just that. When I speak of “the church” I am not talking about a building or a place, I am speaking of Christian people. When I “go to church”, I am going to worship with God’s family. Christianity is lived out in community, not in isolation. By God’s design we are individuals with different gifts and talents. And when we come together bringing our part, there is completeness. It is like a jigsaw puzzle. Each piece is necessary for the whole to be fully realized. God has called us to be unified and come together, united in our diversity with our various gifts and talents, and become the church that He delights in.

Ephesians 2:8-9; Psalm 122:1; Psalm 133:1; Psalm 84:10; Hebrews 10:24-25; Genesis 1:26,27,31; Acts 2:42; Acts 2:46; Ephesians 4:16; 1 Peter 2:5; 1 Corinthians 12:4-5; Romans 12:4-5; Exodus 4:2

Way Maker

Tim Wright

7/25/2021

Tim Wright

Description
Are you facing situations that seem impossible? For the Israelites, God has made a way through the sea, then the wilderness, and finally to the promised land. So be encouraged and let faith arise. God made a way for them, He will make a way for you. We serve a God of great power. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. No matter your problem, God has the solution. Put it in His hands and see what He will do!

Walking in Peace

Tim Wright

Luke 24:13-35

4/26/2020

Tim Wright

Luke 24:13-35

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With everything thing that is happening around us today, it may not feel like this is a peaceful journey. Let’s look at what it means to be “Walking with Jesus along the road to peace.” True peace is recognizing God’s presence in our life. He is in control. Peace is not passive, it is powerful!

Together We Grow Stronger

Tim Wright

Ephesians 4:15-16

9/29/2019

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Ephesians 4:15-16

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There is Strength in Numbers Examples from nature: When the largest most powerful rivers start, they are mere drops of snowmelt finding their way downhill. Drops beconme trickles, trickles become channels, channels become streams, eventually streams become rivers. Animals naturally group together to survive. Our togetherness as believers is about strength for moving forward. Our differences are key! Unity is not the same as uniformity. More people means more - influence, creativity, ability, skill, compassion, relationship, love, and impact on the world around us. We are headed toward the fullness of Christ.

We are One Ephesians compares the church to a physical body. It tells us there is one body and one Spirit. Belonging is survival - when all the parts are working together as one, the body functions smoothly and correctly. We as the church are told to be one.

Growth Requires Change Actions shape our thoughts. Most change is not overnight - it is slow and takes work. To see growth we must choose to act in obedience to God. Trust God and do the next thing. Growth is a process.

The church will always be made up of imperfect people. Acknowledge it. Accept it. But don't use it as an excuse or settle for practices that fall short of God's best for us. Together we grow stronger.

Together We Find Peace

Tim Wright

Ephesians 2:17-22

9/15/2019

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Tim Wright

Ephesians 2:17-22

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Today we begin a 4-week Back To Church series entitled Together. The church is like Legos - a collection of invididuals of various sizes, shapes, and colors. When we come together the way God intended, we from the church. Together we are on this journey of transformation. Over the next four weeks we will discover Together - we find peace, we experience love, we grow stronger, and we can change the world. Join us on this journey.

This week's focus - Together We Find Peace

Peace in Unity The church is our place of belonging. All believers are of the same status - sinners in need of grace. Recognize that it is grace that has saved us. Grace brings us together in unity. Jesus broke down the deepest divisions of eternity between God and man and the deepest divisions of humanity between God's covenant people and others. Jesus brought peace.

Peace in God's Presence Christ Himself is our peace. We experience peace as a fruit of God's Spirit living in and through us. Peace is the presence of God in His people.

The Way of Peace Through Jesus death and resurrection, He made the way of peace available to us. When we surrender to His power and accept His life, we embrace the way of peace. Our peace goes beyond a circumstance or feeling. The Holy Spirit is our source of peace. We fit together to form the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit fills and enables us with the peace of Christ.

We are the church. God dwells with us.

Together We Experience Love

Tim Wright

Ephesians 3:16-19

9/22/2019

Tim Wright

Ephesians 3:16-19

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Some things just go together. For instance: Salt and pepper, Peanut butter and jelly, Batman and Robin, Adam and Eve,
Hide and seek, Pros and cons. This demonstrates the power of things that have become so closely associated that they are insperable. Now, what do people think of when they hear the word church? You may have a word that comes to mind, but it's not likely the same for everyone. Depending on your experience, the association could be positive, negative, or somewhere in between. I want to challenge us as a church to consider what it would take to build an insperable link between church and love.

Together We Experience Love We are on this journey together. God's love is wider, longer, higher, and deeper - it is immeasurable. Love is relational. It is together that our ability to grasp God's love deepens. We find support, belonging, acceptance, encouragement and strength from others.

Love is God's Plan Being willing to humbly recognize our need for help, for forgiveness, for strength, for a deeper kind of life - then allows us to be known and to know God and others authentically. We're able to receive support and encouragement, and to offer acceptance and help to others. According to 1 John, God IS love. Everyone will know that we are His disciples if we love one another.

Love Binds Us Together As One Love can't be experienced alone. Love is something that is given and shared. God calls us to be TOGETHER.

How can we creat an insperable association between church and love?

CONNECTION: Where are you plugged in? Where would you like to be?
COMFORT: Be there for each other.
COLLABORATION: It is working together toward a purpose.

It is love that guides and unifies us and our efforts. It is Christ living in us that allows His love to grow in and flow through us. And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13

Together We Can Change the World

Tim Wright

Ephesians 4:32-5:2

10/6/2019

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Ephesians 4:32-5:2

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Changing the world requires consistent choices to follow Christ daily. Let's explore some ways we can do that.

Dream Big, Act Small Be kind, be tenderhearted, and forgive each other. Think about those people who have changed history. In the case where change was for the good, we see small steps and people who didn't act alone. The most powerful change is slow and steady. The church gives us support and accountability. Change in the world happens one person at a time.

Recognize Eternal True togetherness means a shared purpose. The real battle is a spiritual one. Ephesians encourages us to be strong in the Lord and His power putting on the armor of God and also to pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests for all the Lord's people.

Stay Connected Hebrews exhorts us to meet together and encourage one another. Isolation kills. Even Jesus surrounded himself with a group of people. We need real connection and authentic relationships. Living as part of God's family matters. Together we find peace, experience love, grow stronger, and we can change the world!

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