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Finding Joy in Hard Times: A Study in Philippians
How do you find joy when life is hard? In this reflection on Philippians, Suzanne Pietro explores Paul's letter from prison to uncover the secrets of unity, humility, and self-sacrifice. Discover how true joy isn't tied to circumstances — it's found by trusting God in every season, even the hardest ones.
Second Message - Joel Haldeman
Guest speaker Joel Haldeman continues the Second Message series asking us to slow down and be present in God's perfect timing.
Ridiculous Joy #10 - In Modeling
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the 'Ridiculous Joy' series looking at Philippians 3:17-21 teaching about Christians being an example of Christ or being an excuse for others to not follow Christ.
Ridiculous Joy #9 - In Striving
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the 'Ridiculous Joy' series looking at Philippians 3:12-16 teaching about the joy experienced when salvation is not up to one's self-assurance.
Ridiculous Joy #8 - In Values
Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues the 'Ridiculous Joy' series looking at Philippians 3:1-11 teaching from Paul's value system explaining joy in the midst of suffering.
I’ll Be Home For Christmas
Christmas, according to scripture, is not just a story about snow, mistletoe, or presents under a tree as Bing Crosby describes it in his #10 most performed holiday song. John 1:14 describes Christmas as “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” The Word is Jesus and John 1:4 tells us, that in Jesus is life and that life was the light of all mankind.
Satisfaction in 2019
The Rolling Stones had a song entitled “I can’t get no satisfaction.” What the song implies is probably what many of us feel on a consistent basis: try as we might, much of life leaves us feeling unsatisfied!