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How Many Times Must I Tell You?
Jesus begins to teach the startling news that He will soon be taken by the religious leaders to be killed, crucified and rise again. Further, that we too must ‘take up the cross’ in order to follow Him. Are we prepared to do this?
Mark 8:31-38
Pastor Rich Holt | October 17, 2021
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What’s Your Argument?
There is a difference between ‘arguing with someone’ and ‘making an argument FOR SOMETHING’ It turns out that throughout scripture we see the writer building a case for the validity of the Gospel. Here in Mark 7&8, we can see an argument build to an awesome conclusion: the identification of who Jesus is.
Mark 8: 22-25 & Mark 8:27-30
Pastor Rich Holt | October 10, 2021
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Charmed but Not Changed
We share today a paraphrase of a sermon given by Pastor Alastair Begg of Truth for Life Ministries. In james chapter 1, Pastor Begg drives home the importance of being doers of the word, not just hearers.
James 1:22-225
Pastor Rich Holt | October 3, 2021
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The Leaven of the Pharisees and Herod
Jesus has done multiple miracles in and around the Sea of Galilee. Feeding thousands miraculously, healing the deaf and mute and more. Yet for those who refuse to believe or those weak in their faith, never seem to be satisfied. Jesus marvels at this and refuses to give ‘signs’ on demand.
Mark 8:14-21
Pastor Rich Holt | September 26, 2021
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A Heart of Compassion
Jesus always had time for people because he had compassion. What we learn from him is take time to care about others, share what we can and BE there for others.
Mark 8:1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | September 19, 2021
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Astonished Beyond Measure
When Jesus returns to the Sea of Galilee, he continues around to the Gentile region called the Decapolis. The thing to notice is the reaction of the crowds to what this Jewish prophetic is able to do.
Mark 7:31-37
Pastor Rich Holt | September 12, 2021
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Who Can Worship God?
All those who worship Christ in Spirit, Truth, and Faith are welcomed into the family of God. In this text, a gentile woman has enough faith in Jesus that He grants her sincere request.
Mark 7:24-30
Pastor Rich Holt | September 5, 2021
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"The Outside is a Direct Reflection of the Inside"
Jesus uses food to describe how things that go into our bodies cannot affect our spiritual health. Yet what goes into our hearts and minds CAN defile us if what comes out of our words and actions dishonor God. Pastor Rich focuses on how important it is to listen to the Holy Spirits ‘early warning system’ to keep us on the right track.
Mark 7:14-23
Pastor Rich Holt | August 29, 2021
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Scripture or Tradition?
When does a tradition become more than just Tradition? We should always be aware of the dangers of “That’s the way we’ve always done it!” The traditions of men can never become the defining nature of our worship. We are to worship in spirit and truth.
Mark 7:1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | August 22, 2021
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Jesus Heals at Gennasaret
When we have faith, trust and the Word. We reach out to Jesus for all our needs. The people of Gennesserat had all these thinks and Jesus delivers!
Mark 6:53-56
Pastor Rich Holt | August 15, 2021
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Jesus Walks on the Water
By the time Jesus walks on the water, his disciples have seen him calm the sea, cast out demons, feed thousand and even raise the dead! Why then are the disciples fearful? We all must look to how the Lord has saved us in the past and have confidence (faith) that he is able to do so now and in the future.
Mark 6:35-52
Pastor Rich Holt | August 8, 2021
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Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand
When Jesus calls upon His disciples to do the seemingly impossible, he shows them how to do it by the grace of the Holy Spirit. Likewise, when God calls US to do what seems impossible, we to must go forward in the Spirit and obey God.
Mark 6:30-41
Pastor Rich Holt | August 1, 2021
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What Do We Stand For?
We often learn more (and even more in-depth) insights within familiar stories in Scripture. In Mark’s story about the death of John the Baptist, we find different levels of meaning, all leading to the realization that we need to follow Christ not the world.
Mark 6:14-29
Pastor Rich Holt | July 25, 2021
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Called, Commanded and Commissioned by God
We have been called for a purpose, HIS purpose. There is no ambiguity or leeway on the instructions. Our choice is simply to understand and obey!
Mark 6:7-13
Pastor Rich Holt | July 18, 2021
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Jesus Rejected at Nazareth
Just as Christians today are rejected by the world, Jesus himself was rejected in his own home town. Just as he did, we must go forward in faith and share the gospel.
Mark 6:1-6
Pastor Rich Holt | July 11, 2021
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Let True Freedom Ring!
As we celebrate the 4th of July, let us consider the most important freedom of all; Our Freedom in Christ!
Romans 8:1-11
Pastor Rich Holt | July 4, 2021
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Do You Trust Me No Matter What?
A desperate father, a woman who had tried everything else. Just as we so often do, they come to Jesus as a last resort. In the end, it’s all about trusting Christ to do the impossible.
Mark 5:21-43
Pastor Rich Holt | June 27, 2021
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Following the Fathers Plan
Happy Fathers Day! Readings in Luke 24.
Pastor Rich Holt | June 20, 2021
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From Mad Man to Missionary
Jesus dominates and expels demons from this man in a famous story. But to what end. Like us, Jesus saves us for a reason. Even this man had a purpose when you look closely at the conclusion of this story.
Mark 5:1-20
Pastor Rich Holt | June 13, 2021
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Stilling the Storm
Jesus demonstrates His divine nature by exercising power over the forces of nature. Are we stunned by the power of our God? Can we rest assured that this God can handle all the storms in our life?
Mark 4:35-41
Pastor Rich Holt | June 6, 2021
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What’s With all the Seeds?
What kind of soil is our heart. Rocky? Thorn covered? Dry and dusty? The nature of our heart is the key factor in how we receive the Word. Same goes for those we share the gospel with. Problem is that cant tell the condition of others heart so we must sow our seeds of gospel truth near and far.
Mark 4:26-34
Pastor Rich Holt | May 30, 2021
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Is Your Lamp Under a Basket?
In Mark 4:21-25, Jesus begins a short series on parables. Here, He tries to communicate the essential need for all of us to “let our light shine before men” So, let’s all ask ourselves if you are shining forth, or hiding the light of Christ.
Mark 4:21-25
Pastor Rich Holt | May 23, 2021
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The Parable of the Sower
What kind of soil is our heart. Rocky? Thorn covered? Dry and dusty? The nature of our heart is the key factor in how we receive the Word. Same goes for those we share the gospel with. Problem is that cant tell the condition of others heart so we must sow our seeds of gospel truth near and far.
Mark 4:1-20
Pastor Rich Holt | May 16, 2021
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The Real Proverbs 31 Woman
Proverbs 31 is not a check list for the perfect godly woman, it’s the wise advice of a loving mother to her son. Pastor Rich walks us through these wise guidelines in celebration of Mother’s Day
Proverbs 31:1-31
Pastor Rich Holt | May 9, 2021
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Who is the Strongest Man
The Bible tells us that we have nothing to fear from Satan because we have the strongest man in all of creation behind us.
Mark 3:22-35
Pastor Rich Holt | May 2, 2021
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Jesus Builds His Team
Jesus called those who He planned to use to build His kingdom. Not the mighty or influential. He call people like you and me because He knew they would succeed through the Holy Spirit. He calls us just the same way!
Mark 3:13-21
Pastor Rich Holt | April 25, 2021
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Jesus Heals on His Own Time
Jesus healed many and often. Yet whenever He did so, it typically had a lesson attached to it. What lessons can we learn?
Mark 3:1-12
Pastor Rich Holt | April 18, 2021
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Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath
God’s command is for us take one day in seven for a day of rest and spiritual refreshment. We learn that the “Sabbath” was actually created for us.
Mark 2:23-28
Pastor Rich Holt | April 11, 2021
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The Resurrection Matters
The resurrection of Christ is the most important event in all of history. The Christian faith is grounded and guaranteed by this singular moment.
1 Corinthians 15:13-20
Pastor Rich Holt | April 4, 2021
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The New Wine of Jesus
The Pharisees were stuck on their old ways of doing things, like fasting as a way to be righteous. Jesus teaches that the old ways cannot be grafted onto tithe new wine of the Gospel.
Mark 2:18-22
Pastor Rich Holt | March 28, 2021
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Be Careful of the Company You Keep
Jesus loved and reached out to all people, regardless of who they were. Consider How Jesus spent time even with sinners and tax collectors. This was His purpose, to heal those most in need. Pastor Rich shows us that we must have this same mind as did Christ.
Mark 2:13-17
Pastor Rich Holt | March 21, 2021
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The Man on the Mat
We need to look deeper into this healing of Jesus. Four men have so much compassion, confidence, courage, and creativity when it comes to Christ that they will go to any lengths to bring their friend to Him.
Mark 2:1-12
Pastor Rich Holt | March 14, 2021
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Completely Made Clean
Jesus heals a man of leprosy in Mark Chapter 1 vs 40-45 We learn how the miracle of this healing parallels the complete healing of our spiritual being through the forgiveness of our sin.
Mark 1:40-45
Pastor Rich Holt | March 7, 2021
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Jesus Begins His Ministry
When Jesus launches His ministry, it is amidst adversity. Yet His focus is squarely on spreading the Gospel. And our call is to do the same!
Mark 1:14-20
Pastor Rich Holt | February 14, 2021
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John the Baptist
The gospel of Mark starts right off with the beginning of Jesus ministry, his baptism.
Mark 1:1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | February 7, 2021
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Seeking God: Resolving to Seek Christ
It’s time to decide. Good intentions are not enough. Pastor Rich talks about the need to intentionally plan to seek God in this new year.
Philippians 3:7-11
Pastor Rich Holt | January 31, 2021
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Seeking God: Seeking God Through Service
Seeking God involves many things like Obedience, Prayer, Scripture and today, Pastor Rich talks us through the impact Service has on seeking God.
Matthew 20:25-28
Pastor Rich Holt | January 24, 2021
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Seeking God: Seeking God Through Scripture
To seek God in this difficult time, we must use every tool at our disposal. Pastor Rich takes us through the critical importance of weaving Scripture into our daily lives.
Isaiah 55:10-11, Hebrews 4:12
Pastor Rich Holt | January 17, 2021
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Seeking God: Seeking God Through Prayer
We continue to seek God in this new year. This week, Pastor Rich encourages us to seek God through our prayers.
Ephesians 3:14-21
Pastor Rich Holt | January 10, 2021
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Seeking God: Seeking God Through Obedience
John 14:15-24, 1 John 2:3-4
Pastor Rich Holt | January 3, 2021
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A Season of Worship: Pausing in Adoration
Luke 2:1-7
Pastor Rich Holt | December 20, 2020
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A Season of Worship: Worship Through Sacrifice
Matthew 1:18-25
Pastor Rich Holt | December 13, 2020
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A Season of Worship: Prayer, Faith and Worship
Luke 1:11-20
Pastor Rich Holt | December 6, 2020
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A Season of Worship: Worship through Obedience
Matthew 2 1:12
Pastor Rich Holt | November 29, 2020
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God’s Wish For Us: To Be Thankful
Jeremiah 29:11-12
Pastor Rich Holt | November 22, 2020
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"How to Be Thankful in Hard Times"
Luke 22:17-19
Pastor Rich Holt | November 15, 2020
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The Great Day of the Lord!
Malachi 3:1-15
Pastor Rich Holt | November 8, 2020
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The Book of Remembrance
Malachi 3:16-18
Pastor Rich Holt | November 1, 2020
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Test Me in this Says the Lord
Malachi 3:1-15
Pastor Rich Holt | October 25, 2020
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Faithful to Our Word
Malachi 2:10-17
Pastor Rich Holt | October 18, 2020
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Who are the Priests and What are they up to?
Malachi 2:1-9
Pastor Rich Holt | October 11, 2020
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Unrequited Love
Malachi 1:1-14
Pastor Rich Holt | October 4, 2020
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The Day of the Lord is Coming
2 Peter 3:1-18
Pastor Rich Holt | September 27, 2020
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False Prophets and Teachers
2 Peter 2:1-22
Pastor Rich Holt | September 20., 2020
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TRANSFORMING POWER OF GRACE
2 Peter 1:1-21
Pastor Rich Holt | September 13, 2020
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SHEPHERD THE FLOCK OF GOD
1 Peter 5:1-14
Pastor Rich Holt | September 6, 2020


HARD LESSONS ABOUT HARD TIMES
1 Peter 4:12-19
Pastor Rich Holt | August 30, 2020


Why Should We Fear Anyone?
1 Peter 3:13-22
Pastor Rich Holt | August 16, 2020
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Live in Righteousness
1 Peter 3:8-12
Pastor Rich Holt | July 26, 2020
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Who You Are in God’s Eyes
1 Peter 2:1-12
Pastor Rich Holt | July 12, 2020
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Called to be Holy
1 Peter 1:13-25
Pastor Rich Holt | July 5, 2020
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Born Again to a Living Hope
1 Peter 1:1-12
Pastor Richard Holt | June 28, 2020
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The Prayer of Faith
James 5:13-20
Pastor Richard Holt | June 21, 2020
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Patience in Suffering
James 5:7-12
Pastor Rich Holt | June 14, 2020
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What is the Church?
Romans 15:1-6
Pastor Rich Holt | June 7, 2020
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Power in an Ordinary Life
John 1:25-42
Pastor Rich Holt | May 31, 2020
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Remembering Sacrifice
Hebrews 9:24-26
Pastor Rich Holt | May 24, 2020
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A Pathway to the Future
I Timothy 2:1-6
Pastor Rich Holt | May 17, 2020
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Mother's Raise Us Up!
Proverbs 31:25-30
Pastor Rich Holt | May 10, 2020
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More than Conquerors!
Romans 8:18-30
Pastor Rich Holt | May 3, 2020
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God's Plan for Our Future
Romans 8:18-30
Pastor Rich Holt | April 26, 2020
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The Fellowship of Believers
Acts 2:42-47
Pastor Rich Holt | April 19, 2020
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God's Everlasting Love
I Corinthians 15
Pastor Rich Holt | April 12, 2020
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Feed Your Faith, Not Your Fear
II Timothy 1:1-7
Pastor Rich Holt | April 4, 2020
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Don't Be Anxious
Matthew 6:25-34
Pastor Rich Holt | March 29, 2020
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Fear Faith Prayer
Isaiah 43
Pastor Rich Holt | March 22, 2020
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James: Boasting About Tomorrow
James 4:13-17
Pastor Rich Holt | March 15, 2020
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James: Warning Against Worldliness
James 4:1-12
Pastor Rich Holt | March 8, 2020
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James: Taming the Tongue
James 3:1-12
Pastor Rich Holt | February 23, 2020
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James: Faith Without Works is Dead
James 2:14-26
Pastor Rich Holt | February 16, 2020
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“Sudden Death – Trusting God in Unexpected Losses”
Psalm 90:1-12.
Pastor Ken Tang-Quan | February 9, 2020
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James: Partiality and Favoritism
James 2: 1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | February 2, 2020
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James: Partiality and Favoritism
James 2: 1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | January 26, 2020
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James: What Do I Look Like?
James 1:19-27
Pastor Rich Holt | January 26, 2020
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James: Where Does Temptation Come From?
James 1:13-18
Pastor Rich Holt | January 19, 2020
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James: The Crown of Life…For the Humble or the Rich?
James 1: 9-12
Pastor Rich Holt | January 12, 2020
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James: In Search of Wisdom
James 1: 5-8
Pastor Rich Holt | January 5, 2020
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James: Faith Under fire
James 1:1-4
Pastor Rich Holt | December 29 , 2019
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Fourth Week of Advent: We Know Not When
Matthew 24:32-36
Pastor Rich Holt | December 22 , 2019
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Third Week of Advent: Jesus Begins His Ministry—Sons & Heirs
Galatians 4:1-5
Pastor Rich Holt | December 15, 2019
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Second Week of Advent: Jesus Begins His Ministry
Luke 4:14-30
Pastor Rich Holt | December 8, 2019
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First Week of Advent: Birth of Christ
Luke 2:1-20
Pastor Rich Holt | December 1, 2019
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The Christian Life: Prayer
Colossians 4:2-6
Pastor Rich Holt | November 24, 2019
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The Christian Life: Evangelism
Matthew 28:19-20 & 2 Timothy 4:1-2
Pastor Rich Holt | November 17, 2019
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The Christian Life: Stewardship
Mark 12:41-44 / Malachi 3:10
Pastor Rich Holt | November 10, 2019
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The Christian Life: The Word of God
2 Timothy 3:14-17 & 4:1-8
Pastor Rich Holt | November 3, 2019
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God’s Provision
Philippians 4:10-23
Pastor Rich Holt | October 27, 2019
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Peace and Joy in All Circumstances
Philippians 4:2-9
Pastor Rich Holt | October 20, 2019
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Straining Toward the Goal
Philippians 3:12-21
Pastor Rich Holt | October 13, 2019
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Good News About Trouble!
Philippians 3:1-11
Pastor Rich Holt | October 6, 2019
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Christ's Example of Humility
Philippians 2:1-11
Pastor Rich Holt | September 15, 2019
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To Live is Christ
Philippians 1:18-30
Pastor Rich Holt | September 1, 2019
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The Advance of the Gospel
Philippians 1:12-18
Pastor Rich Holt | August 25, 2019
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How to be a Saint
Philippians 1:1-11
Pastor Rich Holt | August 18, 2019
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God’s Discipline Means God’s Love
Hebrews 12:3-11
Pastor Rich Holt | August 11, 2019
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THE CALL TO BE THE CHURCH
1 Corinthians 16:1-24
Pastor Rich Holt | August 4, 2019
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THE Resurrection: Mystery and Victory
1 Corinthians 15:50-58
Pastor Rich Holt | July 28, 2019
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THE Resurrection: Our Body
1 Corinthians 15:35-49
Pastor Rich Holt | July 21, 2019
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The Resurrection: The Dead
1 Corinthians 15:12-34
Pastor Rich Holt | July 14, 2019
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The Resurrection: Christ First
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Pastor Rich Holt | July 7, 2019
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Orderly Worship
1 Corinthians 14:25-40
Pastor Rich Holt | June 30, 2019
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Gifts of the Holy Spirit
1 Corinthians 14:1-25
Pastor Rich Holt | June 16, 2019
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Surrounded by God’s Love
1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | June 9, 2019
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The Lord’s Supper
1 Corinthians 11:17-34
Pastor Rich Holt | May 19, 2019
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Separate AND Equal
1 Corinthians 11:1-16
Pastor Rich Holt | May 12, 2019
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The Ultimate Idol
1 Corinthians 10:1-22
Pastor Rich Holt | April 28, 2019
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I Have Seen The Lord!
John 20:1-18
Pastor Rich Holt | April 21, 2019
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Right NOT to Stumble Your Brother
1 Corinthians 8:1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | March 31, 2019
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Your Real Job | March 17, 2019
John 21:15-17
Andy Quint, Executive Minister
American Baptist Churches of Los Angeles, Southwest and Hawaii
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MARRIAGE IS FOR LIFE
1 Corinthians 7:29-40
Pastor Rich Holt | March 10, 2019
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Relationship Principles of Marriage
1 Corinthians 7:1-16
Pastor Rich Holt | February 24, 2019
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Choices-Choices- Godly Choices
1 Corinthians 6:1-20
Pastor Rich Holt | February 17, 2019
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Purge Out the Old
1 Corinthians 5:1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | February 10, 2019
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Finishing Strong
2 Timothy 4:1-8
Pastor Rich Holt | December 30, 2018
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What Does It Mean to have God with Us?
Isaiah 7:10-14 | Matthew 1:18-23
Pastor Rich Holt | December 23, 2018
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Eyes on Jesus: A Challenge of Holy Living
Hebrews 13
Pastor Rich Holt | December 16, 2018
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Eyes on Jesus: A Kingdom That Cannot Be Shaken
Hebrews 12:18-29
Pastor Rich Holt | December 9, 2018
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Eyes Upon Jesus: The Perfect Sacrifice
Hebrews 10:1-18
Pastor Rich Holt | November 11, 2018
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Eyes on Jesus: Accessing God-The Old and New Way
Hebrews 9:1-28
Pastor Rich Holt | November 4, 2018
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Eyes on Jesus: High Priest of a Better Covenant
Hebrews 8:1-13
Pastor Rich Holt | October 28, 2018
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Eyes on Jesus: The One True High Priest
Hebrews 7:11-28
Pastor Rich Holt | October 21, 2018
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Eyes Upon Jesus: The Permanent, Powerful, Superior High Priest
Hebrews 7: 1-10
Pastor Rich Holt | October 14, 2018
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Eyes Upon Jesus: The Immutability of God
Hebrews 6: 13-20
Pastor Rich Holt | October 7, 2018
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Eyes on Jesus: Testing the Reality of our Salvation
Hebrews 6:1-12
Pastor Rich Holt | September 30, 2018
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Eyes Upon Jesus: Jesus, Our Great High Priest
Hebrews 5:1-14
Pastor Rich Holt | September 23, 2018
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Eyes Upon Jesus: Fix Your Thoughts
Hebrews 3:1-6
Pastor Rich Holt | September 2, 2018
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EYES UPON JESUS: The Brother Who Stands Above All
Hebrews 2:5-18
Pastor Rich Holt | August 26, 2018
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EYES UPON JESUS: The Brother Who Stands Above All
Hebrews 2:5-18
Pastor Rich Holt | August 26, 2018
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EYES UPON JESUS: The Danger Of Drifting
Hebrews 2:1-4
Pastor Rich Holt | August 19, 2018
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EYES UPON JESUS: Why Jesus Is Greater Than The Angels
Hebrews 1:4-14
Pastor Rich Holt | August 12, 2018
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Eyes On Jesus!
Hebrews 1:1-3
Pastor Rich Holt | August 05, 2018
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