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Pastor Rob finishes his discussion of John chapter 1. He explains several different types of people: those who are humble and devoted like John the baptist, those who are skeptical, those who have faith like Andrew and Philip, and those who are reckless like Peter.

Pastor Rob begins by comparing John 1 with Genesis 1. Then he compares light with life, and explains that Jesus brought both light and everlasting life.

Pastor Rob introduces the disciple John, his background, and his gospel. Then he discusses the things that John emphasized: the deity of Christ, and the promise of eternal life.

Join us this morning as Pastor Rob asks us the question:Did you get what you wanted for Christmas?

Thank you for joining us this fourth morning of the advent season. Today we are only two days away from celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior. This morning we reflect on the illumination of the world during such a dark time in history. Join us for this uplifting message of hope, and peace, and love and joy.
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Pastor Rob starts with the history of Christmas as a holiday. Then he tells us how Christmas should remind us about Jesus, about hope, and about love.

Pastor Rob describes the 9 different types of people found in John chapter 6. They were at different points in their spiritual journey. Some were ready to accept Jesus' difficult lessons, and others weren't.

Pastor Rob tells us why it's important for us to be in a community and love other people. The church also welcomes two new members, Denese and Douglas.

Pastor Rob explains what Christian love is and why it's important. Christians should be distinguished by their love, not just their bumper stickers.

Pastor Rob continues talking about how to draw closer to Jesus. God wants to give you peace, listen to you, talk to you, and be with you.

Pastor Rob explains what it means to get closer to Jesus, and why we want to do so. It's a lifelong journey, not a destination; and we do it because Jesus gives us a peace that the world can't give.

Pastor Rob talks about each individual mentioned in Colossians 4:7-18. Some individuals were in the spotlight, some weren't, but all were important and valuable to the ministry.

Pastor Rob explains Colossians 4:2-6 to help us live wisely. Pray passionately and continuously, be watchful, and let your words and actions be filled with grace.

Pastor Rob explains Colossians 3:18-4:1. He shows us how to have love, order, and structure, instead of chaos, in our families and businesses.

Women often believe lies about themselves, but Pastor Rob shows the truth in the Bible. Other people may have told you that you're worthless, but God says that you're valuable.

Being the Man of God He called you to be.

Today we continue on our series through the book of Colossians by starting a mini-series, within a series, on the values and principles of the Christian Family. You'll also want to join this morning as Pastor Rob, lets you in on how to access our huge library of online video and Bible resources to help augment, not replace, your spiritual walk with the Lord. Additional Scriptures Referenced: Proverbs 18:10 / Psalm 119:25-32 / Isaiah 61 / Romans 3:23 / Psalm 62 Sermon's notes and/or the Life Group facilitation guide is available from the message for you to follow along with in either your personal study time or in facilitating a Life Group. Just click on the Life Group Tree on the bottom or our web page->Life Group Leaders->Life Group Facilitation Guide.

Part 9 in our series through the book of Colossians

Pastor Rob takes us in to part 6 of our series in the book of Colossians by helping us to understand the blessings that come from having a firm and Godly understanding of who He is.
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Sometimes, in life we feel like there is something missing. As a result we try to fill it with religion and material possessions and we danger on the edge of envy and jealousness. According to scripture we come to the conclusion that everything we need is complete in Christ because he dwells within us. So how do we dismiss this emotion of being unfulfilled? Join us this morning as Pastor Rob address this as we continue on our series in Colossians.
Additional Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 4:1 / Romans 16:2, 12:1 / 1 Thessalonians 2:12, 4:1/ John 12:24, 15:5&6, 16 / Proverbs 16:32
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