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Sermons from 2016...

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Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, December 25, 2016
Will we worship God that the He wants?
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, December 18, 2016
We need to prepare to "go to church" by preparing our hearts.

Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, December 18, 2016
Is there a disciple who does not need Jesus?
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, December 11, 2016
When in a difficult situation, we are often overwhelmed, and we need to think about going to God.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, December 11, 2016
Consider how we look at the world around us.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, December 4, 2016
People often assume that God must be pleased because of their sacrifice (worship).

Given by Michael White
Sunday, December 4, 2016
We contemplate the Jews' view of the temple (from Jeremiah).
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, November 27, 2016
In addition to being in truth, worship must also be in spirit.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, November 27, 2016
What is baptism by the Holy Spirit?
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, November 20, 2016
Some of the most profound lessons come when we are not expecting them.

Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, November 13, 2016
The election results have caused great unrest, division, and disrespect.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, November 13, 2016
Consider two hymns related to "Holy Ground" in relation to our theme.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, November 6, 2016
The true worshipper seeks to please his master.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, November 6, 2016
What is about the One to whom we give our worship and devotion?

Given by Eddie Jinks
Sunday, October 30, 2016
The election has caused great turmoil within the holy nation of God, the church; what can we do?
Given by Michael White
Sunday, October 30, 2016
"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, October 23, 2016
There is a higher moral calling for children of God than what the world would expect.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, October 16, 2016
God demands worship in the manner He prescribes.

Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Be careful that you are not carried away; it is up to you to be prepared for false teachers.
Given by Michael White
Sunday, October 9, 2016
Question and answer session on the topic of the church.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, October 9, 2016
In every sense, Jesus alone is the foundation of the church which is solely built upon Him.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, October 2, 2016
What is holy worship?

Part of the series: Peter, The Apostle
Given by Michael White
Sunday, October 2, 2016
The final lesson in this series on Peter, looking at the events after the resurrection.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, September 25, 2016
It is a daunting task to climb the mountain to God, but we need to press on and make the journey.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, September 18, 2016
The strong in the faith have struggles just as others do.
Part of the series: Peter, The Apostle
Given by Michael White
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Consider PEter during the events of the crucifixion of Jesus.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, September 11, 2016
What does it take for salvation? What is baptism all about?
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, September 11, 2016
Christians ought to be full of Christ; consider some who were full of God and some who were not.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, September 4, 2016
Climbing the mountain of holiness requires repairing, adjusting, mending, and repairing.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, September 4, 2016
Considering this hymn which relates to the theme and climbing the mountain of God.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, August 28, 2016
Considering the upcoming tent meeting, it is of utmost importance that we reach out to others about Christ.
Given by Michael White
Sunday, August 28, 2016
The people were self-deluded and willfully continued in the deception for a false sense of security.

Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, August 21, 2016
What is the Way?
Part of the series: Peter, The Apostle
Given by Michael White
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Jesus met with the apostles in Matthew 16 and asked them questions about how people perceived Him.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, August 14, 2016
When I look in the mirror, who do I see?
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, August 14, 2016
Christians have a lot of blessings due to their relationship with Christ; consider especially the book of Isaiah.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, August 7, 2016
Does it seem that people generally respect each other? Does it seem that people are getting increasingly more rude?
Part of the series: Peter, The Apostle
Given by Michael White
Sunday, August 7, 2016
Consider Peter in the context of the feeding of the 5000 (John 6).

Given by Doug Focht
Sunday, July 31, 2016
While our relationship with the Lord may begin with fear, it should ultimate end in love.
Given by Everton Henriques
Sunday, July 31, 2016
Wisdom is very important to have, particularly at the intersections of life when we have choices to make.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, July 24, 2016
God has champions in every generation; He is intent on perfecting and refining them through suffering and difficulty.
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, July 24, 2016
Do you talk too much? We need to learn to stop talking too much; consider some Biblical examples.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, July 17, 2016
We can get discouraged and despondent because of our perceived lack of progress.
Given by Michael White
Sunday, July 17, 2016
Considering an old hymn in light of our walk with Christ.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, July 10, 2016
Paul encouraged the Thessalonians to do better at things in which they already excelled.
Part of the series: Peter, The Apostle
Given by Michael White
Sunday, July 10, 2016
Peter's strength was in trusting Jesus and not himself.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, July 3, 2016
Consider an experienced mountain climber's simple rules for climbing a mountain in the context of holiness.
Part of the series: Peter, The Apostle
Given by Michael White
Sunday, July 3, 2016
Jesus gave Peter a name that had special meaning.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, June 26, 2016
During the second quarter, we have focused on being holy in our weaknesses.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, June 19, 2016
Look at Psalm 88 and consider the author and his life.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, June 19, 2016
God does not hear those who refuse to hear Him.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, June 12, 2016
The first step to being stronger is to acknowledge my weaknesses and to learn to depend on God.

Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, June 12, 2016
Consider some of the questions posed by God to the prophets, Jonah and Nahum?
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Why do I sin? Why am I weak? Consider the process of sin.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Consider the idea of working and operating at peak performance in relation to our theme.
Given by Anietie Bassey
Sunday, May 29, 2016
God will provide for His own in all types of different situations.

Given by Ekong Ekpe-idang
Sunday, May 29, 2016
Consider the differences between faith and fear.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, May 22, 2016
Our desires and passions are constantly battling within us.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, May 22, 2016
Reflection upon another hymn related to our theme, “Sanctuary.”
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Consider Psalm 51 and David in his time of weakness.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, May 15, 2016
People tend to be quick to judge others, but then in one fashion or another, they do the same.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, May 8, 2016
When I look in the mirror, what do I see? Am I where I want to be?

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, May 8, 2016
There are instances where Jesus did something special with these men; what qualities did they have?
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, May 1, 2016
How can a weak person become exceptionally holy?

Given by Michael White
Sunday, May 1, 2016
Our attitude must be to follow exactly what God has set for us to do.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, April 24, 2016
Sanctification is a process which leads to becoming more holy in weakness.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, April 24, 2016
Reflecting on another old hymn in relation to our theme.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, April 17, 2016
When I am weak, then I am strong.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, April 17, 2016
Adultery can destroy marriages and cause divorces. Spiritual adultery (if unchanged) also ends in spiritual divorce from God.
Given by Michael White
Sunday, April 10, 2016
Open question and answer session on the subject of repentance.

Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, April 10, 2016
Does this describe us? What might be drawing them away? What can draw them in?
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, April 3, 2016
The best and closest relationships include the weaknesses in them as well as the strengths.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, March 27, 2016
In the first quarter, we've focused on our relationship with God and accepting His call to come up the mountain.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Look at the different parts of the modern wedding ceremony to help us learn about our marriage with Christ.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Consider an additional question regarding marriage and divorce in 1 Corinthians 7.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, March 13, 2016
At the core of any strong relationship is special, intimate time.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, March 13, 2016
Why are the apostles considered holy?
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Coming to God takes time and a concerted effort.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Consider the old hymn, "Take Time to Be Holy," in relation to our theme for this year.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Consider the holiness of the priests and the consecration ceremony that was required for them.

Given by Michael White
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Consider 1 Corinthians 7 and the so-called "Pauline privilege" of divorce.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, February 21, 2016
What can we learn from the attempts of the Boston Movement (ICC/Crossroads) to be more holy?

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, February 21, 2016
Why is John the Baptist considered holy?
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, February 14, 2016
What can we learn from the attempts of the Wesleys to be more holy?

Given by Michael White
Sunday, February 14, 2016
What motivates one person toward courage and another toward cowardice when facing the same basic challenge?
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, February 7, 2016
What can we learn from the attempts of the Pharisees and the Amish to be more holy?

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, February 7, 2016
Exercising self-control improves our spiritual strength, our ability to be more holy.
Given by Anietie Bassey
Sunday, January 31, 2016
Consider the hymn, "I Am Resolved;" we must all resolve to follow God more closely.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Eddie Jinks
Sunday, January 31, 2016
As children of God, we ought to bear resemblance to Him in our holiness.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, January 17, 2016
Our relationship with God must be holy, for He is holy.

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, January 17, 2016
Fulfillment of only personal desires all the time puts one in the same position as all humanity (not holy).
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, January 10, 2016
How did God introduce Himself and His holiness to His people?

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Wes Gossett
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Consideration of Isaiah 50-52 in light of the concept of holiness.
Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, January 3, 2016
Introduction to the theme for 2016: "Be Holy, for I Am Holy" (derived from 1 Peter 1:16).

Part of the series: Be Holy, For I Am Holy
Given by Michael White
Sunday, January 3, 2016
Our holiness, our close relationship with God, begins with a love for God's law.