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Who is it that you are listening to? Often, the one who has your ear has your heart. Never is this statement more true than when it comes to listening to the Word of God. Hearing alone isn't the goal, but rather, truly listening and obeying patiently. In Luke 8:1-21, we find Jesus speaking to the people in parables, specifically about how they hear the Word, and what they do about it.

Have you ever had anyone hat your guts? How do you handle yourself in these situations? In our text we see that Jesus heads off for a time of prayer about, both, his present situation, and the disciples he will soon choose. After he selects his disciples, he begins to preach a sermon about 4 blessings, 4 woes, 4 commands, and 4 examples, to all of the followers around him. In our text we see: 1. Jesus' example (vs. 12) 2. Jesus' men (vv. 13-16) 3. Jesus' ministry (vv. 17-19) 4. Jesus' message (vv. 20-36)

Have you ever had anyone hat your guts? How do you handle yourself in these situations? In our text we see that Jesus heads off for a time of prayer about, both, his present situation, and the disciples he will soon choose. After he selects his disciples, he begins to preach a sermon about 4 blessings, 4 woes, 4 commands, and 4 examples, to all of the followers around him. In our text we see: 1. Jesus' example (vs. 12) 2. Jesus' men (vv. 13-16) 3. Jesus' ministry (vv. 17-19) 4. Jesus' message (vv. 20-36)

There is a tragic digression that can take place in the life of the Christian; a digression that masquerades itself as progress but is actually just the opposite. What is this digression? It is a move away from Jesus toward rules, regulations, and tradition. It is called LEGALISM. As we look at our text, we are going to learn 5 characteristics of legalism, under two main headings: I. Jesus is questioned about fasting (5:33-39) Jesus is questioned about his attitude toward the Sabbath (6:1-11)

There is a tragic digression that can take place in the life of the Christian; a digression that masquerades itself as progress but is actually just the opposite. What is this digression? It is a move away from Jesus toward rules, regulations, and tradition. It is called LEGALISM. As we look at our text, we are going to learn 5 characteristics of legalism, under two main headings: I. Jesus is questioned about fasting (5:33-39) Jesus is questioned about his attitude toward the Sabbath (6:1-11)

As we finish our study through the book of 1 Samuel, we find the tragic end for the life of Saul and his son Jonathan. David's own sinfulness leads him to a place where he almost has to go to battle against his own people. 1 Samuel doesn't end on a high note, but we are left with the reality of what can happen when sin goes un-checked.

In 1 Samuel 26-28, we find David being given the chance to take Saul's life, but instead sparing him to prove that he has done nothing to wrong him. After proving this to Saul, David is invited to come and live in Israel once again, but he chooses not to trust Saul, and instead stays with the enemy. As enemy troops are coming against Israel, Saul isn't hearing from God anymore, so he goes to a spiritist to bring up the spirit of Samuel. Samuel tells him that he has a done a sinful thing is bringing him up, and that both Saul and his sons will be killed the next day in battle.

At this point in our text, we are thrust into the life of Jesus. He has been baptized by John the baptist, and declared to be God's beloved son in whom He is well pleased. Now, He is led into the desert to be tested and tried. As we study our text we see that even though Jesus' temptations weren't necessarily the same things that would tempt us, however, his approach to overcoming them is still the same way that we are to overcome temptation. Jesus proves to us that we can have victory, because He has given it to us.

At this point in our text, we are thrust into the life of Jesus. He has been baptized by John the baptist, and declared to be God's beloved son in whom He is well pleased. Now, He is led into the desert to be tested and tried. As we study our text we see that even though Jesus' temptations weren't necessarily the same things that would tempt us, however, his approach to overcoming them is still the same way that we are to overcome temptation. Jesus proves to us that we can have victory, because He has given it to us.

In Luke chapter 3, we get a glimpse into the preparation behind Jesus' earthly ministry. We aren't given much information on the life of Jesus before the three years of his ministry, but we can be certain that there was much preparation. Our Text is broken up into two categories: 1. John the baptist (vv. 1-22) 2. Jesus' genealogy (vv. 23-38)

In Luke chapter 3, we get a glimpse into the preparation behind Jesus' earthly ministry. We aren't given much information on the life of Jesus before the three years of his ministry, but we can be certain that there was much preparation. Our Text is broken up into two categories: 1. John the baptist (vv. 1-22) 2. Jesus' genealogy (vv. 23-38)

As we begin our study through the book of Luke, Pastor Ryan takes a look at the announcement of the birth of John the Baptist, and Jesus. As we take a look at these two events, we see how God uses regular people to accomplish his purposes. He is simply looking for people who will have the faith to act on what He wants to do.

As we begin our study through the book of Luke, Pastor Ryan takes a look at the announcement of the birth of John the Baptist, and Jesus. As we take a look at these two events, we see how God uses regular people to accomplish his purposes. He is simply looking for people who will have the faith to act on what He wants to do.

In 1 Samuel 21-22, we see how even David, a man after God's own heart, when faced with some fearful situations, makes stupid choices that end up effecting the lives of other people.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, it is the tendency of many to make the focus on the end times and prophecy, instead of of Jesus, and how we are to live in light of His soon return, and of the judgment that he is bringing. Pastor Ryan teaches teaches on two main points from our text: 1. The way Jesus is going to return 2. The way we should live as a result

In 1 Samuel 16-17, we are introduced to David as King. In chapter 16, Samuel is told by God to stop grieving over Saul, and to head out to the family of Jesse and anoint one of his sons as King. After David is anointed, we see Saul struggling with a distressing spirit from the Lord, and only David can soothe Saul's troubled heart through his music. In chapter 17, we see David face off against Goliath. David is displayed as an example of Christ slaying our enemies of satan, sin, and death, through the power of God.

In 1 Samuel 13-14, we begin to see King Saul's downward spiral. He fails to recognize his role and King and begins to act as priest, thus ending the possibility for his kingdom to be established forever. Sadly, we find that, had his kingdom continued on, His Son, Jonathan, would have made a great king. In Chapter 14 we find Jonathan stepping out in faith that God can accomplish his desires by many or by few people. The exact opposite of what his father the king had done in the previous chapter. As we dig into these chapters, we get a case study in what Godly leadership looks like, in contrast to self-reliant, prideful leadership.

In 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 we seek to answer three questions: 1. What does the Bible mean by "Sexual Sin"? 2. Why should we avoid sexual sin? 3. How do we stay away from sexual sin?

In 1 Thessalonians chapter 3, we take a look at "Handling Difficulty Christianly". We take a look at three distinctions in the life of one who handles difficulty Christianly, or Christ-like: 1. Concern for Others (vv. 1-5); Being encouraged by the success of others (vv. 6-9); and Prayer for others (vv. 10-13). These are all traits that marked the life of Paul because he spent his life in the love of Jesus Christ, which poured out into the lives of others.

In 1 Samuel chapters 8-10, we take a look at Israel's desire for a king, Samuel's warning about a king, and God's permission to give them their king; namely, Saul.