PASTOR GARY SIMONS
TIME TO GROW UP SERIES / PART 1 OF 4
Why you shouldn't have favourites
The book of James in the New Testament answers the question, "How can I be mature in Christ?" It is a book filled with very clear ways on how to live so that you escape an ordinary Christian life.
TIME TO GROW UP SERIES ON JAMES CHAPTER 3
Self-centredness versus true wisdom
In the past several weeks we have been studying the book of James as he teaches us how to become mature in Christ. It is a book that in summary is telling us that "It's time to grow up!" We have been learning some very practical lessons that we can …
TIME TO GROW UP SERIES ON JAMES CHAPTER 4: PART 2
Dangers of flirting with worldy views
We are continually learning from this most practical book on "How to be mature in Christ?" I trust that this week you will be drawn closer to a relationship with God as you read it. Let's look at this week's passage in two parts; here is the first...
TIME TO GROW UP SERIES ON JAMES CHAPTER 4: PART 3
Judge actions and leave motives to God
This week are going to look at one of the greatest excuses that people use in order to justify their wrong actions in the church.
TIME TO GROW UP SERIES ON JAMES CHAPTER 5: PART 2
Patience and perseverance will be rewarded
As we continue our series on the book of James we have been picking up pointers on how to be mature in Christ. Through James, the Lord removes all doubt as to how a mature Christian should live. Just as a newborn baby has to be nurtured and taught, so …
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Homosexuality does not please God
The greatest challenges to face the Church are yet to come as we experience a progressive pulling away from the Word and the things of God.
N CURRENT ISSUES / WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT
Origins of man and the homosexual issue
Last week we noted that the greatest challenges to face the Church are yet to come as we experience a progressive pulling away from the Word and the things of God, and that the greatest shock may be the revelation that one of the major sources of this distancing from …
CURRENT ISSUES / WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT H
Lifestyles that displease God can be changed
Over the past three weeks we've examined what the Bible says about homosexuality. The Word of God makes it clear that the One Who created heaven and earth is the same God Who loves all.
WORLD IMPRESSIONS / HAITI, THE LAND OF MOUNTAINOUS
Mission moved by Haiti's heart-wrenching poverty
This week we begin a new series which will deepen our understanding of how life can be in our world.
WORLD IMPRESSIONS / KENYA: THE LAND OF TREMENDOUS
We witness the aftermath of violence in Kenya
This week we will continue our series on World Impressions. Our travels this week take us to the wonderful country of Kenya.
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WHAT IS GOD REALLY LIKE? / PART 1 OF 4: THE GOD W
Bad church experiences lead to distorted view of prayer
I am amazed at the number people I have talked to lately who have been hurt by a bad church experience at some time in their lives.
WHAT IS GOD REALLY LIKE? / PART 2 OF 4: THE GOD WH
Don't lose heart when praying as God is listening
Last week we examined the two reasons why people give up on God. One reason is because of the hurt they have experienced in the church. Their bad experiences may have been the fault of the church or may have stemmed from their own false expectations of finding the perfect …
WHAT IS GOD REALLY LIKE? / PART 3 OF 4: THE GOD WH
Prodigal son's return is fine example of God's love
Last week we learned together that God is a Father who listens to us. Despite the number of people in the world, He is attentive to our individual needs. We also acknowledged that many of us have preconceived notions about "church" and "God".
PUTTING COMPASSION IN ACTION
Haiti experience shows importance of being a life-changer
This week on our trip to Haiti we'll go to the "ravines", valleys in the mountains where the poorest of the poor live in the Delmas section of Port-au-Prince.
Make time to pray and don't underestimate its power
If you were like me, you probably recall growing up and your parents taught you about having certain places for your things.
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