Sermons

The very first disciples experienced a rare kind of unity that resulted in astounding acts of giving. Their unity was centered on Christ and the gospel. If we learn from their example, we too can experience a unity that goes way beyond normal church life. Acts 4:32-37, Philippians 1L27-2:4

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1. My Possessions Do Not Belong Only to Me
2. My Testimony is Powered by God
3. My Life is Graced by God
4. My Financial Blessings Help Those in Need

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God moves with power when we make bold moves for the gospel. Acts 4:23-31

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1. Pray Together
2. Prepare for Opposition
3. Plan for God’s Sovereignty
4. Pray for Miracles
5. Press On in His Power

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There is NO other name by which mankind can be saved except that of Jesus Christ. How can we learn to become bold witnesses to our faith from Peter and John? Find out how Peter and John got arrested but the gospel cannot be stopped. From Acts 4. Pastor John Pethtel

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1. Bold Witnesses are Filled with the Holy Spirit
2. Bold Witnesses Have Spent Time with Jesus
3. Bold Witnesses Share What They Know for Certain
4. Bold Witnesses Speak the Gospel Boldly and Live the Gospel Winsomely

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What a beautiful account of the healing of the lame man at the beautiful gate. Yet, like the man who was healed, we underestimate our biggest need, which is having Jesus in our lives. And as Peter told the crowd, we too must repent of our rejection of Jesus and receive his refreshment and renewal. Acts 3:1-26. Pastor Liz Green

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1. We underestimate our real need.
2. Only Jesus can satisfy our true need.
3. We need repentance, followed by his refreshment and renewal.

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Memorial Service for Kevin Butler

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Pastor John Ryakitimbo from Tanzania is with us today along with pastors from around the country who are attending The Summit meetings in Janesville. We also welcome our 2025 Conference President Tom Davis from New Jersey.

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By the power of the resurrection of Christ, we can say with confidence to sin, “You’re dead to me.” Through Jesus we have the power to live according to his call on our life. Romans 6:3-11

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1. Dead with Christ
2. Freed from Sin
3. Alive with Christ

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We who are unrighteous need to become righteous in the sight of God so that we can escape his wrath and be reconciled to him.

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1. The Relationship of God’s Righteousness in Christ to the Old Testament Law
2. The Availability of God’s Righteousness for All Human Beings on Condition of Faith
3. The Source of God’s Righteousness in the Gracious Provision of Christ Jesus
4. The Demonstration of God’s Righteousness through the Cross

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Everything hinges on the Cross and the Resurrection.Matthew 27:27-42

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1. The Man Who Is Mocked as King Is the King
2. The Man Who Is Utterly Powerless Is Powerful
3. The Man Who Can’t Save Himself Saves Others

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