Simple But Difficult

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Much of the Christian faith falls into the category of “Simple, but Difficult”.  In this message on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, we will examine just what the implications are of the three commands found there–“Rejoice always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

KING.

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Today we finished three weeks on three identities of Jesus.  This message focused on the part about Jesus that may be the most difficult for us to accept and apply–he’s a king who wants to control everything. Take a moment to check out a message that was uncomfortable compared with the messages on Jesus being a savior and a healer, … Read More

HEALER. with the Jesus Painter

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WOW!  If you missed it, you’ll want to check out the video below.  The Jesus Painter brought everyone present to a fresh appreciation of Jesus.  On top of that, we focused on the power of Jesus to heal. Check it out!  This was a great day and brought more people to First Assembly than have been here since I arrived … Read More

SAVIOR.

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This last Sunday we started a three-week series of messages on three of Jesus’ most popular titles. Check out the video below to see the message that explored how knowing that Jesus is principally a Savior can shape our entire lives!  In the video below, you can see the entire service. This coming weekend, you can catch the message live … Read More

Savior. Healer. King.

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Over the next three Sundays, from October 27 to November 10, we’ll be focused on three of Jesus’ defining titles that give us insight into who God is and what his people value. Join us the next three Sundays at 9 & 11AM at First Assembly Community Ministries at 108 Beck Lane, Lafayette, Indiana or on line by for livestreaming … Read More

GENERATIONS: Inherit & Receive

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Yesterday we ended the Generations Series on a message about being heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ from Romans 8:15-17.  What a fabulous time it was capping off what has been a key moment in 2013 for our church.  God was working, healing, correcting and giving hope during the past seven Sundays!  Check out the service below!

GENERATIONS: Near & Far

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This last Sunday we took a look at the parable of the prodigal son told by Jesus in Luke 15.  We took away 4 powerful lessons on this story. Take a listen on the link below.  What a day it was in God’s house and in God’s Word! This Sunday we’ll be completing the Generations Series.  Looking to see the … Read More

GENERATIONS: Lost & Found

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What a rich and multi-textured series this has been!  This message focuses on the fact that God intends for salvation not belong to just individuals, but for the whole family. If you’ve had a chance to take in these messages, what would you say has been the thing that has impacted you most deeply? You can see the message in … Read More

GENERATIONS: Fathers & Mothers

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This last Sunday was a significant time together in God’s Word and in God’s presence!  The big idea, drawn from the story of Jacob and Esau, was that Fathers and Mothers have extraordinary power to bless or to harm the next generation.  God’s doing something powerful in our church and in our lives through these messages on different things the … Read More