NOTE: The audio will be posted soon.

NOTE: I hope to update the audio for Evy soon as the quality of the current one is not good as it was taken from a far away mic.

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Chris Price delivered the fifth message in this series on Prayer entitled, “Listening Prayer.”

1. The first part is led by Richard Ang on Suffering and our state in the flesh, Rom:7:1-6
2. Ryan Schatz led the second part on upholding the law, its proper use and relationship and use for the believer, both OT and NT, Rom 7:7-13
3. Richard Ang finished off the lecture discussing the powerlessness of the law to overcome sin, Rom 7:14-25

NOTE: The notes for the section on Rom 7:7-13 are draft as I (Ryan) only had a day to prepare and originally intended only for gathering my thoughts as I shared. Hopefully you find them somewhat helpful.

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Chris Price delivered the fourth message in this series on Prayer entitled, “Petitionary Prayer.”

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Dave Barker delivered the third message in this series on Prayer entitled, “Revival and Prayer.”

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Chris Price delivered the second message in this series on Prayer entitled, “Repentance and Prayer.”

Scripture References: Psa 66:18; Isa 59:1; 2 Cor 7:8-10; Mark 1:15.

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Chris Price delivered the first message in this series on Prayer entitled, “Teach us How to Pray.”

Scripture References: Luke 11:1-13

There were two handouts, a more concise, point-form version and one with extended information.

Memory Verse: Romans 1:16-17

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For more information about the School of Women’s Ministries, please visit: http://womeninministry.ca/.

Scripture References: Prov 29:18; Exod 33:12-18; Deut 32:10-12; John 20:19-21; Acts 1:1; Acts 1:6-8; Jer 29:7; John 17:15-17; Amos 5:23-24

NOTE: There was a discussion at 7pm with Chris regarding his candidacy. If you would like to hear the audio recording of that discussion, please contact the church office on or after Jan 17.

This post contains the Service recording for the podcast feed which includes the Randy and Margo H. dedication and the pastoral candidate announcement.

The Service recording includes the Randy and Margo H dedication and the pastoral candidate announcement.

Scripture References: Rev 2:1-3:22

Chris Price shared the third message in the series “Advent Conspiracy” titled: “Give More.” Sometimes Christmas is made to be all about us and giving gifts to one another, and we can completely neglect the fact that Christmas should be about celebrating the birth of our Saviour and King and giving Him gifts. We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith in God as you listen to this message.

Scripture References: Matt 2:1-12; Matt 25:49; 2 Cor 8:13-14; Matt 1:22

Dave Barker shared the second message in the series titled “Advent Conspiracy.” This message is entitled: “Spend Less.” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith in God as you listen to this message.

References: Matt 25:31-46, Matt 26:6-13, Luke 12:13-21, Matt 6:19-34, Matt 10:16-27

Chris Price shared the first message in the series titled “Advent Conspiracy.” This message is entitled: “Worship Fully.” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith in God as you listen to this message.

Chris Price shared the Eighth message in the series titled “Got Questions?” This message is entitled: “Spiritual Attack: How to Recognize and Deal With It.” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith in God as you listen to this message.

Dave Barker shared the seventh message in the series titled “Got Questions?” This message is entitled: “What Is Sabbath Rest?” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith in God as you listen to this message.

Excellent Read: Hebrews 4:1-16

Chris Price shared the sixth message in the series titled “Got Questions?” This message is entitled: “How Should a Christian Relate to Homosexuality Biblically, Practically and Politically?” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith in God as you listen to this message.

Chris Price shared the fifth message in the series titled “Got Questions?” This message is entitled: “A Biblical (Christian) Perspective on Sexuality.” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith as you listen to this message.

NOTE: Parent’s are encouraged to sensor this message for children not yet at the age to deal with these issues.

NOTE: There was a sound problem with the first video right from the beginning. It has been posted, but please be forewarned that you’ll have to be a very capable lip-reader in order to follow what is being said.

For more information about the School of Women’s Ministries, please visit: http://womeninministry.ca/.

Dave Barker shared the fourth message in the series titled “Got Questions?” This message is entitled: “What is Heaven Like According to the Bible?” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith as you listen to this message.

Richard Ang shared the third message in the series titled “Got Questions?” This message is entitled: “Providence, Sovereignty and Free Will.” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith as you listen to this message.

Chris Price shared the second message in the series titled “Got Questions?” This message is entitled: “If I Am a Christian, Why Am I So Unhappy?” We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith as you listen to this message.

Details:

Langley, BC Fosmark Center, TWU    October 24, 2009
Contact Chris 604 939 5571 or visit www.womeninministry.ca

Chris Price began the first of our “Got Questions?” series with a message on how we got our Bible, who decided what it contained, and is it the Word of God. We hope you’ll be encouraged in your faith as you listen to this message.

For more information about the School of Women in Ministry, please visit: http://womeninministry.ca/.

References: 2 Cor 11:3; Gal 5:7; Heb 2:1; Rom 13-15

Memorable Quotes: “Our biggest problem in the church today is not outright sin, but drifting away.”

Defining the Key Terms:

Mutilators of the flesh (Phil 3:2):

Jewish teachers who proclaimed that in order to be right with God you need to become Jewish and get circumcised (See Acts 15:1-2 and the book of Galatians).

True Circumcision (Phil 3:3):

A circumcision of the heart which involves the cutting away of our sinful, rebellious nature. This is not the work of human hands but the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives (see Deut 30:6; Gal 6:15).

Confidence in the Flesh (Phil 3:3):

The term flesh in scripture can mean our physical body, our sinful nature in rebellion against God (Gal 5:19; Gal 6:8), or in this context seeking to justify ourselves before God based on our good works. Therefore, Paul puts no confidence in his good works to justify himself before a Holy God.

Righteousness (Gal 3:9):

Righteousness in this context refers to a right standing before God. If you stood before the judgment seat of God what would you put on your resume? Paul’s religious resume is impressive (see Phil 3:4-6).

Questions for Reflection:

1. Did anything stick out to you in the text or in the sermon?
2. How would you articulate the difference between religion and the Gospel? And where do you see the difference in the text?
3. Paul is combating false teachers who are adding onto the finished, saving work of Jesus the requirement of circumcision, thereby, making salvation contingent on something we do rather than something God has done. How do people today add to the finished work of Jesus?
4. How does our view of God affect the way we approach him and our motivation for obeying him?
5. Is the Gospel hard for you to believe and apply to your life? Why or why not?

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to post them by clicking on the comments link at the top of this post.

References: Phil 1:3-11; phil 2:12-13; Eph 1:13-14; Rom 8:28-39; John 6:37-47; John 5:24; 1 John 2:3-4.

Questions for Discussion:

• Did anything stick out to you in the text or in the sermon?
• What is the greatest barrier to joy in your life? How does the Gospel address it?
• How are you personally ‘partnering in the Gospel’?
• Verse 6 says, “He who begins a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus”. Do you think a true Christian can lose their salvation? Why or why not?
  *if this conversation generates more heat then light abort it*
• The scripture says to cast all our anxiety on God which gives us permission to pray all types of prayers about our relationships, our finances and our jobs. Examine Paul’s prayer in verses 9-12. If you have time also see the prayers he offers in Eph 1:15; Eph 1:20; Eph 3:14-21; Col 1:9-13; 1 Thess 1:2-4.
• How does Paul’s praying differ from ours and what can we learn from Paul about prayer?

If you are interested in helping support them or want to know more information about this outreach, please go to their website at: http://www.summercamp09.ca.

References: Phil 1:1-11; Phil 2:4-8; Deut 15; Zeph 3:17; John 17; Rom 8:31-39; and “Have We No Rights?” by Mabel Williamson.

Scripture References: Matt 7:15-23; Heb 1:3, Col 1:15; John 1:18; 2 Cor 11:3-5; 2 Cor 11:13; 2 Cor 11:13; 1 John 4:1; 1 John 4:16; Gal 5:19-25; 2 Thess 2:9; Jer 6:14; Jer 8:11; Ezekiel 22:27; Zeph 3:3-4; Acts 20:20; Matt 10:16.

Questions for Discussion:

• Did anything stick out to you in the scripture or in the message?
• Have you had any experience with false teaching?
• Why do you think Jesus mentions false prophets and false followers near the end of the Sermon on the Mount?
• Why do think Jesus consistently uses the imagery of trees and fruit to teach about Christian spirituality?

If you happen to own Logos Bible software and are interested in a digital version intead, you can find it here (use the form below to indicate your interest, as I may be able to get you a discount on this item).

You can find more information on the Septuagint translation here. The Septuagint is a very useful tool for several important reasons:

1. Jesus and the apostles referenced it.
2. This translation into Greek of the Hebrew scriptures was done between the 3rd and 1st century BC and therefore helps us better ascertain what the Jewish understanding was of prophecies concerning Jesus, for example, before the incarnation of Jesus.
3. Finally, Greek is a more specific language than Hebrew and so the Greek interpretation can give us insight as to the original intent or meaning of the Hebrew scriptures.

For those who don’t need a paper copy, you can actually download a PDF version of the Bible for FREE from here. There are also some very helpful freely downloadable video seminars on this translation of the scriptures which you will find here.

If you would like to order a paper copy of the Apostolic Bible, please look at the online store and use the form below to indicate your intent.

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The 2008/2009 school year is officially wrapping up. Check out the religious-secular dialogue that’s been happening on campus at UBC and catch a glimpse of what God has been doing at UVIC.

Scripture References: Matt 7:1-7.

Questions for Group Discussion:

• Did anything stick out to you in the text or in the sermon?
• In verse 12 Jesus says, “So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets”. This is commonly referred to as the golden rule. How does the Golden rule apply to judging others?
• What is the difference between confronting a person in sin (Matt 18) and condemning a person in sin (Matt 7:1)?
• What do you think verse 6 means?
• Can you think of a moment when you felt judge, condemned or unfairly criticized?
• Can you think of a moment when you have been confronted by a fellow Christian about sin in your life and have felt loved by the person who did it? Do have the kind of Christian relationships were this is welcomed?

For more information about the School of Women’s Ministries, please visit: http://womensministry.ca/.

Scripture References: 1 Cor 15:1-10.

Questions for Group Discussion:

• Did anything stick out to you in the message or in the text?
• 1 Peter 3:15 says, “Always be ready to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” What do you think the role of giving a defense for the reasonableness of the Christian faith is?
• When you hear about historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus does it strengthen your faith or not?
• What practical implication does the resurrection of Jesus have in your life?
• Have you been baptised?

Further Reading / Resources:

• “The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus,” by Gary R. Habermas and Michael R. Licona.

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/04/12/the-resurrection/feed/ 30:04 Chris Price shared on the Resurrection of Jesus and the historical evidences for it. Scripture References: 1 Cor 15:1-10. Questions for Group Discussion: Did anything stick out to ... Chris Price shared on the Resurrection of Jesus and the historical evidences for it. Scripture References: 1 Cor 15:1-10. Questions for Group Discussion: Did anything stick out to you in the message or in the text? 1 Peter 3:15 says, ldquo;Always be ready to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.rdquo; What do you think the role of giving a defense for the reasonableness of the Christian faith is? When you hear about historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus does it strengthen your faith or not? What practical implication does the resurrection of Jesus have in your life? Have you been baptised? Further Reading / Resources: "The Case for the Resurrection of Jesus," by Gary R. Habermas and Michael R. Licona. Apologetics,,Chris,Price,,Pastors,,Scripture,,Sermons,,Transcripts Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/04/12/the-resurrection/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1125/0/2009-04-12_the_resurrection-chris_price-2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/rs3t2jW-EUU/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/04/05/a-new-kingdom-be-not-anxious/#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2009 18:00:15 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 622617278 Faheem Moini shared on not being Anxious for anything and how this relates to our relationship to Christ. This message is part of a series entitled “A New Kingdom.”

Scripture References: Matt 6:25-34.

Questions for Group Discussion:

• Are you concerned and worried about your future?
• Are you happy in your life?
• If you are not happy is that because of situations that may bring the changes in your future?
• What are the things that make you concerned and are taking the peace away from your life?
• Do you know Jesus?
• Do you believe in Jesus?
• Do you trust in Jesus?
• Are you obeying Jesus?

Sometimes because we know lot about Jesus, we think we believe Him. If we really believe Jesus, we will trust Him and when we trust Jesus, we will obey Him no matter what. If we trust Jesus, we should not be worried for our future as we leave our life in His hand. If we do not have peace in our life there is something wrong with our faith and our relationship with our Lord Jesus.


]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/04/05/a-new-kingdom-be-not-anxious/feed/ 28:07 Faheem Moini shared on not being Anxious for anything and how this relates to our relationship to Christ. This message is part of a ... Faheem Moini shared on not being Anxious for anything and how this relates to our relationship to Christ. This message is part of a series entitled "A New Kingdom." Scripture References: Matt 6:25-34. Questions for Group Discussion: Are you concerned and worried about your future? Are you happy in your life? If you are not happy is that because of situations that may bring the changes in your future? What are the things that make you concerned and are taking the peace away from your life? Do you know Jesus? Do you believe in Jesus? Do you trust in Jesus? Are you obeying Jesus? Sometimes because we know lot about Jesus, we think we believe Him. If we really believe Jesus, we will trust Him and when we trust Jesus, we will obey Him no matter what. If we trust Jesus, we should not be worried for our future as we leave our life in His hand. If we do not have peace in our life there is something wrong with our faith and our relationship with our Lord Jesus. A,New,Kingdom,,Faheem,Moini,,Matthew,,Pastors,,Scripture,,Series,,Sermons Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/04/05/a-new-kingdom-be-not-anxious/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1116/0/2009-04-05_do_not_be_anxious-faheem_moini-2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/5Zo29qtCLVI/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey/#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:02:26 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 71906828 This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in the life of Paul following his conversion through the first missionary journey. The focus was mainly on Acts 13-14, though we only got through chapter 13 in the class. This post contains the extended lecture notes for the podcast feed.

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey/feed/ 00:01:01 This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in ... This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in the life of Paul following his conversion through the first missionary journey. The focus was mainly on Acts 13-14, though we only got through chapter 13 in the class. This post contains the extended lecture notes for the podcast feed. Podcast,Extras Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1169/0/2009-03-29_ss03-the_life_of_paul-first_missionary_journey.pdf http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/FsmHqM04Zj0/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey-mp3/#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:01:20 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 247968765 This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in the life of Paul following his conversion through the first missionary journey. The focus was mainly on Acts 13-14, though we only got through chapter 13 in the class. This post includes the video file for the podcast feed.

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey-mp3/feed/ 00:01:01 This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in ... This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in the life of Paul following his conversion through the first missionary journey. The focus was mainly on Acts 13-14, though we only got through chapter 13 in the class. This post includes the video file for the podcast feed. Podcast,Extras Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey-mp3/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1173/0/2009-03-29_The_Life_of_Paul-SS03-Ryan_Schatz.mov http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/WgMwhGfPBIs/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey-2/#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:00:48 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 1019222276 This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in the life of Paul following his conversion through the first missionary journey. The focus was mainly on Acts 13-14, though we only got through chapter 13 in the class.

Included is the extended lecture notes that were handed out. There were two videos shown during the class; they were from Jossy Chacko’s book “Madness!“

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to post them by clicking on the comments link at the top of this post.


]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey-2/feed/ 00:01:01 This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in ... This was the third sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. This class covered more detail on the events in the life of Paul following his conversion through the first missionary journey. The focus was mainly on Acts 13-14, though we only got through chapter 13 in the class. Included is the extended lecture notes that were handed out. There were two videos shown during the class; they were from Jossy Chacko's book "Madness!" If you have any questions or comments, feel free to post them by clicking on the comments link at the top of this post. Acts,,Classes,,Discipleship,,Ryan,Schatz,,Scripture,,Videos Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/ss-life-of-paul-class-03-paul-and-the-first-missionary-journey-2/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1174/0/2009-03-29_the_life_of_paul-ss03-ryan_schatz.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/ojGfrzfIipg/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/a-new-kingdom-loving-your-enemies/#comments Sun, 29 Mar 2009 16:15:09 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 1632435666 Chris Price shared on the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount concerning loving one’s enemies. This message is part of a series entitled “A New Kingdom.”

Scripture References: Matt 5:38-48.

Are all Christians required to be complete pacifists? In other words, is the military and police force off limits for the follower of Jesus?

Eye for an eye was a part of the judicial law or civil law to be used by the courts of Israel (Exodus 21:24, Leviticus 24:20, Deuteronomy 19:21). It was a governing principle to guide the judges of Israel in their administration of justice (the punishment must fit the crime).

But I say to you…

Don’t resist evil and turn the other cheek (Matthew 5:39).

• Does this mean I should stand by and watch people be victimized?

Give up your cloak (Matthew 5:40)

• See Exodus 22:26, 27 and 1 Corinthians 6:7)

Go the extra mile (vs. 41) The Roman occupation.

Give to the one asks of you (vs. 42) Whatever they ask for?

(Matt 5:43) Loving your enemies…okay, but do I have to like them?

How do we do this? Romans 5:6-11; Matthew 5:11.

Questions for Discussion:

• Did anything stick out to you in the text or in the sermon on Sunday?
• Jesus says, ‘Do not resist an evil person’. What did Jesus not mean by that statement? (Or in other words, what ways should we resist evil?)
• Describe a situation where you got this right and you responded to evil with good (or wrong with right)? Describe a situation where you got this wrong and responded to hostility with hostility? How did the end results differ?
• Do you think an adherence to the teachings of Christ in regards to loving your enemies should forbid a Christian from joining the military?
• St. Augustine said, ‘Sometimes loving your enemy’s means killing them’. How do react to that statement?
• ***Let’s step out of the realm of debate and theory and get to the practical aspects of this verse because it is meant to be a very practical teaching. Who are the enemies (enemies are those who set themselves up in opposition against you) in your life who Christ is calling you to love?
• Dorothy Day said, ‘love is a harsh and dreadful thing to ask of us, but it is the only answer’. How do you react to that statement?
• How can the group pray for you as you try to live out this verse?

For further reading on the issue of pacifism see C.S Lewis and his essay, ‘Why I’m not a pacifist’ (contained in “The Weight of Glory“) .


]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/a-new-kingdom-loving-your-enemies/feed/ 00:01:01 Chris Price shared on the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount concerning loving one's enemies. This message is part of a ... Chris Price shared on the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount concerning loving one's enemies. This message is part of a series entitled "A New Kingdom." Scripture References: Matt 5:38-48. Are all Christians required to be complete pacifists? In other words, is the military and police force off limits for the follower of Jesus? Eye for an eye was a part of the judicial law or civil law to be used by the courts of Israel (Exodus 21:24, Leviticus 24:20, Deuteronomy 19:21). It was a governing principle to guide the judges of Israel in their administration of justice (the punishment must fit the crime). But I say to youhellip; Donrsquo;t resist evil and turn the other cheek (Matthew 5:39). Does this mean I should stand by and watch people be victimized? Give up your cloak (Matthew 5:40) See Exodus 22:26, 27 and 1 Corinthians 6:7) Go the extra mile (vs. 41) The Roman occupation. Give to the one asks of you (vs. 42) Whatever they ask for? (Matt 5:43) Loving your enemies...okay, but do I have to like them? How do we do this? Romans 5:6-11; Matthew 5:11. Questions for Discussion: Did anything stick out to you in the text or in the sermon on Sunday? Jesus says, lsquo;Do not resist an evil personrsquo;. What did Jesus not mean by that statement? (Or in other words, what ways should we resist evil?) Describe a situation where you got this right and you responded to evil with good (or wrong with right)? Describe a situation where you got this wrong and responded to hostility with hostility? How did the end results differ? Do you think an adherence to the teachings of Christ in regards to loving your enemies should forbid a Christian from joining the military? St. Augustine said, lsquo;Sometimes loving your enemyrsquo;s means killing themrsquo;. How do react to that statement? ***Letrsquo;s step out of the realm of debate and theory and get to the practical aspects of this verse because it is meant to be a very practical teaching. Who are the enemies (enemies are those who set themselves up in opposition against you) in your life who Christ is calling you to love? Dorothy Day said, lsquo;love is a harsh and dreadful thing to ask of us, but it is the only answerrsquo;. How do you react to that statement? How can the group pray for you as you try to live out this verse? For further reading on the issue of pacifism see C.S Lewis and his essay, lsquo;Why Irsquo;m not a pacifistrsquo; (contained in "The Weight of Glory") . A,New,Kingdom,,Chris,Price,,Matthew,,Pastors,,Scripture,,Series,,Sermons Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/29/a-new-kingdom-loving-your-enemies/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1108/0/2009-03-29_loving_your_enemies-chris_price-1.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/Bt9bHGiYuOE/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/22/a-new-kingdom-when-you-pray-when-you-fast/#comments Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:00:46 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 202905091 Dave Barker shared on the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount concerning how we pray and fast. This message is part of a series entitled “A New Kingdom.”

Scripture References: Matt 6:5-19, Matt 7:7-12.

Questions for Discussion:

1. Do you have a “default prayer”?
   • (One you learned as a child or as a new Christian that comes to mind and is easily prayed without too much thought or attention)
2. Do you find that about what we call “The Lord’s Prayer” (see 6:9-13) …or is that very special to you?
3. Why do you think Jesus so obviously linked the following three actions: Giving to the Poor, Prayer and Fasting?
   • (compare “When you give…When you pray…When you fast” for the evident link here)
4. Do you find it easier to pray in front of others or in private? Why?
5. “For everyone who asks, receives; he who seeks, finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.”
   • What has been your experience with this strong statement of the Lord Jesus?
   • Has your experience affected your understanding of and attitude towards God?
   • Or has your understanding of and attitude toward God affected your acceptance of this statement of Jesus?

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/22/a-new-kingdom-when-you-pray-when-you-fast/feed/ 39:59 Dave Barker shared on the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount concerning how we pray and fast. This message is part ... Dave Barker shared on the words of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount concerning how we pray and fast. This message is part of a series entitled "A New Kingdom." Scripture References: Matt 6:5-19, Matt 7:7-12. Questions for Discussion: Do you have a ldquo;default prayerrdquo;?(One you learned as a child or as a new Christian that comes to mind and is easily prayed without too much thought or attention) Do you find that about what we call ldquo;The Lordrsquo;s Prayerrdquo; (see 6:9-13) hellip;or is that very special to you? Why do you think Jesus so obviously linked the following three actions: Giving to the Poor, Prayer and Fasting?(compare ldquo;When you givehellip;When you prayhellip;When you fastrdquo; for the evident link here) Do you find it easier to pray in front of others or in private? Why? ldquo;For everyone who asks, receives; he who seeks, finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.rdquo;What has been your experience with this strong statement of the Lord Jesus? Has your experience affected your understanding of and attitude towards God? Or has your understanding of and attitude toward God affected your acceptance of this statement of Jesus? A,New,Kingdom,,Dave,Barker,,Matthew,,Pastors,,Scripture,,Series,,Sermons Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/22/a-new-kingdom-when-you-pray-when-you-fast/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1104/0/2009-03-22_a_new_kingdom-when_you_pray_fast-dave_barker-2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/1lX47rPjBp4/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/17/lynsey-williamsons-mar-2009-newsletter/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:00:27 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 1136333974 Here is Lynsey Williamson’s March newsletter.  She writes:


I hope you enjoy reading about Scotland and the work God’s doing there as well as at UBC and UVIC. Thank you for your prayers and faithful support.


]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/17/lynsey-williamsons-mar-2009-newsletter/feed/ 00:01:01 Here is Lynsey Williamson's March newsletter.nbsp; She writes:I hope you enjoy reading about Scotland and the work God's doing there as well as at UBC ... Here is Lynsey Williamson's March newsletter.nbsp; She writes:I hope you enjoy reading about Scotland and the work God's doing there as well as at UBC and UVIC. Thank you for your prayers and faithful support. Lynsey,W,,Missions,,Newsletters Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/17/lynsey-williamsons-mar-2009-newsletter/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1100/0/2009-03-17_newsletter-lynsey_williamson.pdf http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/QyKeVa8Ubpw/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/15/ss-life-of-paul-class-01-introduction-and-background/#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2009 18:00:49 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 1626577901 This was the first sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul.

The handout is the extended lecture notes. The slides below were used during the second half to provide background on the subject of the Kingdom by looking at the Kingdom of Rome as Paul would have known it.

Calvary SS - The Life of Paul - Background: Paul in Rome
View more presentations from Ryan Schatz.

Any questions or comments? Feel free to share them by clicking on the comments button under the title of this post.


]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/15/ss-life-of-paul-class-01-introduction-and-background/feed/ 00:01:01 This was the first sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. The handout is the extended lecture notes. The slides below ... This was the first sunday school class in the series on The Life of Paul. The handout is the extended lecture notes. The slides below were used during the second half to provide background on the subject of the Kingdom by looking at the Kingdom of Rome as Paul would have known it. Calvary SS - The Life of Paul - Background: Paul in RomeView more presentations from Ryan Schatz. Any questions or comments? Feel free to share them by clicking on the comments button under the title of this post. Acts,,Classes,,Pastors,,Richard,Ang,,Scripture,,Videos Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/15/ss-life-of-paul-class-01-introduction-and-background/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1102/0/2009-03-15_ss01-the_life_of_paul-introduction.pdf http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/6lOV0wal0b0/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/15/a-new-kingdom-words-of-contrast/#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2009 18:00:07 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 319257653 Gordon Sorenson from the Baptist General Conference (BGC) National Office in Edmonton, shared his heart with us and included some of his and his wife’s own personal walk through times of testing. Gordon is the Director for Stewardship for the BGC churches across Canada.

Scripture References: Matt 6:1-4, Matt 6:19-24.

Questions for Discussion:

1. From what Gordon shared, what was the one thing that the Lord impressed upon you about our perspective on stewardship of our time, talents and money?
2. “Store up treasure on earth” or “Store up treasure in Heaven” – What is the difference?
3. John Wesley in the late 1700s instructed that we should first think about what storing up treasures on earth was not:
   • using money to meet the basic needs (not wants) of one’s family (a home, clothing and food);
   • having enough for one’s business obligation to ‘owe no-one anything’;
   • and making provision for one’s immediate family’s need should you die before them.

   These three he considered essential and to save any more was to him “storing up treasure on earth” and, as such, expressly prohibited by Jesus. Comment on this!

4. Discuss what a believer’s approach should be as he or she makes their will. (Such as: leaving everything to children who already have enough – and often more than enough – and leaving legacies to the church or missions movements.)
5. Where does tithing fit into all this?

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/15/a-new-kingdom-words-of-contrast/feed/ 30:30 Gordon Sorenson from the Baptist General Conference (BGC) National Office in Edmonton, shared his heart with us and included some of his and his wifersquo;s ... Gordon Sorenson from the Baptist General Conference (BGC) National Office in Edmonton, shared his heart with us and included some of his and his wifersquo;s own personal walk through times of testing. Gordon is the Director for Stewardship for the BGC churches across Canada. Scripture References: Matt 6:1-4, Matt 6:19-24. Questions for Discussion: From what Gordon shared, what was the one thing that the Lord impressed upon you about our perspective on stewardship of our time, talents and money? ldquo;Store up treasure on earthrdquo; or ldquo;Store up treasure in Heavenrdquo; ndash; What is the difference? John Wesley in the late 1700s instructed that we should first think about what storing up treasures on earth was not:using money to meet the basic needs (not wants) of onersquo;s family (a home, clothing and food);having enough for onersquo;s business obligation to lsquo;owe no-one anythingrsquo;;and making provision for onersquo;s immediate familyrsquo;s need should you die before them.These three he considered essential and to save any more was to him ldquo;storing up treasure on earthrdquo; and, as such, expressly prohibited by Jesus. Comment on this! Discuss what a believerrsquo;s approach should be as he or she makes their will. (Such as: leaving everything to children who already have enough ndash; and often more than enough ndash; and leaving legacies to the church or missions movements.) Where does tithing fit into all this? A,New,Kingdom,,Gordon,Sorenson,,Matthew,,Scripture,,Series,,Sermons,,Visiting,Speakers Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/15/a-new-kingdom-words-of-contrast/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1089/0/2009-03-15_words_of_contrast-gordon_sorenson-2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/niG-cxNZC1A/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/08/a-new-kingdom-anger-and-reconciliation-notes-pdf/#comments Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:02:55 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 465996052 Chris Price expounded Matt 5:20-26 on Jesus’ views concerning anger and reconciliation. This is the fifth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled “A New Kingdom” which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January. This post contains the sermon notes for the podcast feed.

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/08/a-new-kingdom-anger-and-reconciliation-notes-pdf/feed/ 00:01:01 Chris Price expounded Matt 5:20-26 on Jesus' views concerning anger and reconciliation. This is the fifth message on the sermon on the mount and ... Chris Price expounded Matt 5:20-26 on Jesus' views concerning anger and reconciliation. This is the fifth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled "A New Kingdom" which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January. This post contains the sermon notes for the podcast feed. Podcast,Extras Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/08/a-new-kingdom-anger-and-reconciliation-notes-pdf/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1084/0/2009-03-08_sermon_notes.pdf http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/91zXW0lObHM/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/08/a-new-kingdom-anger-and-reconciliation/#comments Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:00:30 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 903404720 Chris Price expounded Matt 5:20-26 on Jesus’ views concerning anger and reconciliation. This is the fifth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled “A New Kingdom” which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January.

Questions for Discussion:

• Did anything stick out to you in the text or in the sermon?
• What does righteous anger look like? When does it cross the line into unrighteousness?
• Why do you think that Jesus doesn’t make a distinction between righteous and unrighteous anger in this passage?
• Why does Jesus take anger and contempt so seriously?
• How do you react when Jesus uses language like, ‘the fires of hell’?
• There were many people who were offended at Jesus and he did not pursue reconciliation with each one. Why?
• What does this tell us about seeking reconciliation?
• Are there people in your life that you need to try and be reconciled to?

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/08/a-new-kingdom-anger-and-reconciliation/feed/ 30:30 Chris Price expounded Matt 5:20-26 on Jesus' views concerning anger and reconciliation. This is the fifth message on the sermon on the mount and ... Chris Price expounded Matt 5:20-26 on Jesus' views concerning anger and reconciliation. This is the fifth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled "A New Kingdom" which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January. Questions for Discussion: Did anything stick out to you in the text or in the sermon? What does righteous anger look like? When does it cross the line into unrighteousness? Why do you think that Jesus doesnrsquo;t make a distinction between righteous and unrighteous anger in this passage? Why does Jesus take anger and contempt so seriously? How do you react when Jesus uses language like, lsquo;the fires of hellrsquo;? There were many people who were offended at Jesus and he did not pursue reconciliation with each one. Why? What does this tell us about seeking reconciliation? Are there people in your life that you need to try and be reconciled to? A,New,Kingdom,,Chris,Price,,Matthew,,Pastors,,Scripture,,Series,,Sermons,,Transcripts Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/08/a-new-kingdom-anger-and-reconciliation/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1081/0/2009-03-08_anger_and_reconciliation-chris_price-2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/Zq6bfi-f49E/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/01/a-new-kingdom-adultery-divorce-and-oaths-pdf/#comments Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:01:11 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 425549281 Dave Barker expounded Matt 5:27-37 on Jesus’ comments concerning adultery, divorce and taking oaths. This is the fourth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled “A New Kingdom” which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January. This post contains the transcript for the podcast feed.

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/01/a-new-kingdom-adultery-divorce-and-oaths-pdf/feed/ 00:01:01 Dave Barker expounded Matt 5:27-37 on Jesus' comments concerning adultery, divorce and taking oaths. This is the fourth message on the sermon on the ... Dave Barker expounded Matt 5:27-37 on Jesus' comments concerning adultery, divorce and taking oaths. This is the fourth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled "A New Kingdom" which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January. This post contains the transcript for the podcast feed. Podcast,Extras Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/01/a-new-kingdom-adultery-divorce-and-oaths-pdf/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1088/0/2009-03-01_transcript-adultery_divorce_and_oaths-dave_barker.pdf http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/xqEN3Po5of0/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/01/a-new-kingdom-adultery-divorce-and-oaths/#comments Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:00:00 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 230763972 Dave Barker expounded Matt 5:27-37 on Jesus’ comments concerning adultery, divorce and taking oaths. This is the fourth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled “A New Kingdom” which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January.

“For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.”

Jesus raises the bar with no escape clauses! We see how deeply serious Jesus considers the things we say, promises we give, vows we take and commitments we make.

1. Lust (Adultery)
2. Leaving (Divorce)
3. Lies (Oaths)

“But”, you say, “What about this?…or this?…or this?” The only answers to complications, contradictions, extenuating circumstances, questions and conflicts lie within the abounding grace of our Heavenly Father, through confession, repentance and the priceless blood of the Lord Jesus. “He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls” (1 Peter 2:24-25).

Questions for Discussion:

1. Why is it so hard for Christians to live victoriously in the forgiveness of Jesus after they have committed sexual sin, even though they have confessed and repented of it to the Lord?
2. Why is is often hard for Christians to forgive the sexual sins of others?
3. Why do you think God said, “I hate divorce”? (Malachi 2:16)
4. Discuss how we relate to fellows believers who commit other sins and then repent.
   • Do we (or should we) relate any differently to those who go through divorce?
   • Do adultery and/or divorce disqualify people from any ministry/ies?
5. Talk together about the power of a simple “YES” or “NO” that becomes trusted because of the character of the person saying so.
6. Do you ever find it difficult to be that honest in your responses to questions in sometimes challenging circumstances?

]]> http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/01/a-new-kingdom-adultery-divorce-and-oaths/feed/ 45:05 Dave Barker expounded Matt 5:27-37 on Jesus' comments concerning adultery, divorce and taking oaths. This is the fourth message on the sermon on the ... Dave Barker expounded Matt 5:27-37 on Jesus' comments concerning adultery, divorce and taking oaths. This is the fourth message on the sermon on the mount and is part of the second half of the teaching entitled "A New Kingdom" which began with the first 5 chapters of the book of Joshua in January. ldquo;For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.rdquo; Jesus raises the bar with no escape clauses! We see how deeply serious Jesus considers the things we say, promises we give, vows we take and commitments we make. Lust (Adultery) Leaving (Divorce) Lies (Oaths) ldquo;Butrdquo;, you say, ldquo;What about this?hellip;or this?...or this?rdquo; The only answers to complications, contradictions, extenuating circumstances, questions and conflicts lie within the abounding grace of our Heavenly Father, through confession, repentance and the priceless blood of the Lord Jesus. ldquo;He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your soulsrdquo; (1 Peter 2:24-25). Questions for Discussion: Why is it so hard for Christians to live victoriously in the forgiveness of Jesus after they have committed sexual sin, even though they have confessed and repented of it to the Lord? Why is is often hard for Christians to forgive the sexual sins of others? Why do you think God said, ldquo;I hate divorcerdquo;? (Malachi 2:16) Discuss how we relate to fellows believers who commit other sins and then repent. Do we (or should we) relate any differently to those who go through divorce? Do adultery and/or divorce disqualify people from any ministry/ies? Talk together about the power of a simple ldquo;YESrdquo; or ldquo;NOrdquo; that becomes trusted because of the character of the person saying so. Do you ever find it difficult to be that honest in your responses to questions in sometimes challenging circumstances? A,New,Kingdom,,Dave,Barker,,Foundations,,Gospel,Foundations,,Matthew,,Pastors,,Scripture,,Series,,Sermons,,Transcripts Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church no No http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/03/01/a-new-kingdom-adultery-divorce-and-oaths/http://calvarybaptist.ca/cbc/podpress_trac/feed/1074/0/2009-03-01_adultery_divorce_and_oaths-dave_barker-2.mp3 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/CoqCalvary/~3/p6aUAg-RpJk/ http://calvarybaptist.ca/2009/02/25/summer-outreach-training-sessions/#comments Wed, 25 Feb 2009 23:40:47 +0000 webmaster@calvarybaptist.ca (Coquitlam Calvary Baptist Church) 1823343916 CALVARY SUMMER OUTREACH - July 4 - July 24, 2009

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION & TRAINING SESSIONS
INFORMATION, PREPARATION & TRAINING SEMINARS
4 Saturday Mornings
9:00 am coffee/tea, 9:30 am Start
Meeting at Calvary Baptist Church

March 21 / April 18 / May 16 / June 20


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