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Oct- 2016 -10 OctoberDiscipleship
God’s Model for Shepherds
So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as…
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Dec- 2014 -11 DecemberBible Classes
“My Brother’s Keeper”: The Disciple’s Support
In October-December of 2014 we’re engaging in an adult Bible class at Laurel Canyon called Portraits of Discipleship. We’re using the…
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Sep- 2013 -25 SeptemberSermons
When the Bible Talks About Deacons (1)
Philippians 1:1 provides a snapshot of a fully organized local church. Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all…
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Jun- 2012 -20 June
Why Membership Matters
American Express made the slogan famous: "Membership has its privileges." But what about membership in a local church? Is it…
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Jan- 2012 -5 January
Serving Behind the Scenes
My guess is millions saw at least a clip of this speech as it was broadcasted from Iowa last week.…
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Dec- 2011 -9 December
Why Do We Assemble As A Church?
Hebrews 10 brings some weighty Old and New Testament ideas into clear perspective. Heb 10:1-4 – Old Testament sacrifices put…
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Aug- 2010 -10 August
When I'm Disappointed in the Church
It’s not uncommon to hear people say things like, “I want Jesus, but not the church.” “I’m spiritual, but not…
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