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This sermon is the seventh in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 5, which talks about another challenge that Nehemiah faced in the rebuilding process: INTERNAL STRIFE. We'll talk about the challenges of internal conflict, but also the importance of unselfishness and fairness ... qualities that are important for us to be thinking about nationally during this Fourth of July holiday weekend, as well as for all of our individual lives. This sermon is the seventh in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in … Mark Brouwer 2539 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21622085/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rememberitsnotaboutyou/id/3505594.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21622085 Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-5:19, Series: Rebuilding Your Life Part#7 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 14:47:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is the sixth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 4:11-23, which continues the account that we talked about last week -- describing the opposition by some to the rebuilding efforts. We'll talk about how our efforts to live meaningful, godly lives involve both building and defending. This sermon is the sixth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 4:11-23, which continues the account that we talked about last week -- describing the opposition by some to the rebuilding efforts. We'll talk about how our efforts to live meaningful, godly lives involve both building and defending. This sermon is the sixth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in re… Mark Brouwer 2426 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21622079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_defendingandbuilding/id/3505589.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21622079 Scripture: Nehemiah 4:11-4:23, Series: Rebuilding Your Life Part#6 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 14:37:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is the fifth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 4:1-15, which talks about the people opposing the building of the walls in Jerusalem. In it we talk about how our efforts to rebuild our lives are sometimes also met with resistance ... and what to do about it. This sermon is the fifth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 4:1-15, which talks about the people opposing the building of the walls in Jerusalem. In it we talk about how our efforts to rebuild our lives are sometimes also met with resistance ... and what to do about it. This sermon is the fifth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in re… Mark Brouwer 2835 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21622075/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_facingresistance/id/3505586.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21622075 Rebuilding Resistance Challenges Opposition Perseverance , Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-4:15, Series: Rebuilding Your Life Part#5 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 21:09:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is the fourth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 3:1-32, which gives a lengthy description of all the people who helped build the various parts of the wall of Jerusalem. We will focus especially on one part of this wall, and draw analogies to our own work of rebuilding, which includes "getting the garbage out." This sermon is the fourth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 3:1-32, which gives a lengthy description of all the people who helped build the various parts of the wall of Jerusalem. We will focus especially on one part of this wall, and draw analogies to our own work of rebuilding, which includes "getting the garbage out." This sermon is the fourth in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in r… Mark Brouwer 2397 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21611474/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_getthegarbageout/id/3496976.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21611474 Repentance Cleansing Clean Garbage Sin Habits, Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-3:32, Series: Rebuilding Your Life Part#4 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 20:59:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is the third in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 2:11-20, which describes Nehemiah arriving in Jerusalem, examining the condition of the walls, and talking with the elders of the city. We will focus on applying these experiences to an essential element in the work of our own recovery and rebuilding. This sermon is the third in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 2:11-20, which describes Nehemiah arriving in Jerusalem, examining the condition of the walls, and talking with the elders of the city. We will focus on applying these experiences to an essential element in the work of our own recovery and rebuilding. This sermon is the third in our message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're looking at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and applying insights to the challenges we face in re… Mark Brouwer 2254 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21611471/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_surveyingthedamage/id/3496971.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21611471 Recovery Rebuilding Surveying Damage Assessment, Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-2:20, Series: Rebuilding Your Life Part#3 Sun, 31 May 2020 20:45:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is the second in a new message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're going to look at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and apply insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 2:1-10, which describes Nehemiah's conversation with the King of Persia, and his request for a leave to go to Jerusalem. We will focus on this exchange to talk about a key issue that keeps many people stuck in prevents them from making progress in rebuilding their lives. This sermon is the second in a new message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're going to look at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and apply insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. This message is based on Nehemiah chapter 2:1-10, which describes Nehemiah's conversation with the King of Persia, and his request for a leave to go to Jerusalem. We will focus on this exchange to talk about a key issue that keeps many people stuck in prevents them from making progress in rebuilding their lives. This sermon is the second in a new message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're going to look at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and apply insights to the challenges we face… Mark Brouwer 2245 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21611464/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatkeepsusstuck/id/3496968.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21611464 Rebuilding your live, stuck, addiction, help, assistance, Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-2:11, Series: Rebuilding Your Life Part#2 Sun, 24 May 2020 16:06:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is the first in a new message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're going to look at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and apply insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. Tomorrow's message is based on Nehemiah chapter 1, which sets the stage for the book, and shows us Nehemiah's response to some bad news. We'll be focusing on what this teaches us about facing the reality of our life situations. This sermon is the first in a new message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're going to look at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and apply insights to the challenges we face in rebuilding the broken things in our own lives. Tomorrow's message is based on Nehemiah chapter 1, which sets the stage for the book, and shows us Nehemiah's response to some bad news. We'll be focusing on what this teaches us about facing the reality of our life situations. This sermon is the first in a new message series on the book of Nehemiah. The title of the series is "Rebuilding Your Life." We're going to look at the account of Nehemiah rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem, and apply insights to the challenges we face … Mark Brouwer 2436 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21596858/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rebuildingyourlifeaseriesfromt/id/3483392.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21596858 Rebuilding Repentance Restoration, Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-1:11, Series: Rebuilding Your Life Part#1 Sun, 17 May 2020 16:00:00 +0000 Steve Zwart This sermon is a single stand-alone message given by Pastor Steve Zwart, Sr. Pastor of Unity Christian Reformed Church in Prinsburg, Minnesota and is titled: “Keeping it all together when life falls apart.” It is based on 1 Thessalonians 5:12-14, and will focus on the teaching Paul gives to the Thessalonians on what they should focus on during their difficulty so they can continue to stay close to Christ. We'll learn about not being anxious or fearful during difficult times, but to press on. This sermon is a single stand-alone message given by Pastor Steve Zwart, Sr. Pastor of Unity Christian Reformed Church in Prinsburg, Minnesota and is titled: “Keeping it all together when life falls apart.” It is based on 1 Thessalonians 5:12-14, and will focus on the teaching Paul gives to the Thessalonians on what they should focus on during their difficulty so they can continue to stay close to Christ. We'll learn about not being anxious or fearful during difficult times, but to press on. This sermon is a single stand-alone message given by Pastor Steve Zwart, Sr. Pastor of Unity Christian Reformed Church in Prinsburg, Minnesota and is titled: “Keeping it all together when life falls apart.” It is based on 1 Thessalonians 5:12-14, and w… Steve Zwart 1870 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21596852/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_keepingitalltogetherwhenlifefa/id/3483389.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21596852 Faith Perseverance Trials Faithfulness, Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-5:14 Sun, 10 May 2020 15:57:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is a single, stand-alone message. It is based on Deuteronomy 30:11-20, and will focus on the question, "What do you want your life to be like on the other side of this corona-virus crisis?" We have a unique opportunity right now to make decisions about the direction our lives will take ... let's steer on the path towards the life God wants for us. This sermon is a single, stand-alone message. It is based on Deuteronomy 30:11-20, and will focus on the question, "What do you want your life to be like on the other side of this corona-virus crisis?" We have a unique opportunity right now to make decisions about the direction our lives will take ... let's steer on the path towards the life God wants for us. This sermon is a single, stand-alone message. It is based on Deuteronomy 30:11-20, and will focus on the question, "What do you want your life to be like on the other side of this corona-virus crisis?" We have a unique opportunity right now to make dec… Mark Brouwer 2413 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21596849/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatdoyouwantyourlifetobelikeo/id/3483383.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21596849 Corona Virus New Life Redirection , Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-30:20 Sun, 03 May 2020 13:28:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is based on Mark 1:14-20, and will focus on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. The important thing to keep in mind as we think about this question is that we all -- whether we realize it or not -- have been, and are being, discipled by someone. Part of what it means to be human is that we are social beings, and we're influenced by the teaching and example of others ... and we are especially influenced by people we choose to follow. Who are you following? This sermon is based on Mark 1:14-20, and will focus on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. The important thing to keep in mind as we think about this question is that we all -- whether we realize it or not -- have been, and are being, discipled by someone. Part of what it means to be human is that we are social beings, and we're influenced by the teaching and example of others ... and we are especially influenced by people we choose to follow. Who are you following? This sermon is based on Mark 1:14-20, and will focus on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. The important thing to keep in mind as we think about this question is that we all -- whether we realize it or not -- have been, and are being, discipled b… Mark Brouwer 2115 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21586418/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whoareyoufollowing/id/3473622.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21586418 Discipleship False Teachers Influence Teaching, Scripture: Mark 1:14-1:20 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 13:24:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon is the final in a series on "Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount." This sermon will focus on Matthew 7:24-27, which offers the analogy about wise and foolish builders This sermon is the final in a series on "Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount." This sermon will focus on Matthew 7:24-27, which offers the analogy about wise and foolish builders This sermon is the final in a series on "Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount." This sermon will focus on Matthew 7:24-27, which offers the analogy about wise and foolish builders … Mark Brouwer 2145 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21586416/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esussermononthemountstronginth/id/3473620.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21586416 Wise Foolish Builders , Scripture: Matthew 7:24-7:27 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 14:19:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This sermon will focus on a specific verse in the resurrection story (from Mark 16), along with Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 1:8-9. The theme is "Do Not Be Afraid." I'll be talking about the surprising way that God helps us grow in our ability to follow that invitation. This sermon will focus on a specific verse in the resurrection story (from Mark 16), along with Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 1:8-9. The theme is "Do Not Be Afraid." I'll be talking about the surprising way that God helps us grow in our ability to follow that invitation. This sermon will focus on a specific verse in the resurrection story (from Mark 16), along with Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians 1:8-9. The theme is "Do Not Be Afraid." I'll be talking about the surprising way that God helps us grow in our ability to f… Mark Brouwer 1378 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574545/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dontbeafraid/id/3462347.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574545 Crisis, Trust, Faith, Fear, Love, Resurrection, Jesus is Alive, Fear Not, Scripture: Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 14:15:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer The sermon tomorrow will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus offers what many theologians refer to as the "hard teaching" about the wide and narrow way, the danger of false teachers, and the reality that many people will say "Lord, Lord..." at the final judgement, but will not enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The sermon tomorrow will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus offers what many theologians refer to as the "hard teaching" about the wide and narrow way, the danger of false teachers, and the reality that many people will say "Lord, Lord..." at the final judgement, but will not enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The sermon tomorrow will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus offers what many theologians refer to as the "hard teaching" about the wide and narrow way… Mark Brouwer 2093 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574542/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_strongwordsfromesus/id/3462344.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574542 False Teachers, Narrow Way, Broad Way, Lord Lord, Heaven, Judgment., Scripture: Matthew 7:13-7:23 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 14:09:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer The sermon will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about the amazing power of prayer. He talks about how much God wants to answer our prayers. Interpreting and applying this text requires special care, especially in our current environment. Many people struggle to understand their own experiences of praying for things, and God not seeming to listen to those requests. People wonder if God really does hear and answer prayer. We need to talk about this. The sermon will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about the amazing power of prayer. He talks about how much God wants to answer our prayers. Interpreting and applying this text requires special care, especially in our current environment. Many people struggle to understand their own experiences of praying for things, and God not seeming to listen to those requests. People wonder if God really does hear and answer prayer. We need to talk about this. The sermon will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about the amazing power of prayer. He talks about how much God wants to answer our prayers. … Mark Brouwer 2093 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574539/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusteachingonprayer/id/3462343.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574539 Prayer, Faith, Perserverance, Scripture: Matthew 7:7-7:12 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 14:03:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer The sermon will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about NOT JUDGING. This topic is timely because we are always judging and condemning other people. Even during this time of national and international crisis I am hearing more than my share of criticism and judging of our leaders, our media, and one another. We judge people for "over-reacting" to the crisis, we judge people for not taking it seriously enough, or for endangering others. We judge people for expressing too much hope, or too much fear, or buying too much toilet paper. Let's listen to what Jesus has to say about judging others, and hopefully it will help us get through this difficult time with a little more grace. The sermon will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about NOT JUDGING. This topic is timely because we are always judging and condemning other people. Even during this time of national and international crisis I am hearing more than my share of criticism and judging of our leaders, our media, and one another. We judge people for "over-reacting" to the crisis, we judge people for not taking it seriously enough, or for endangering others. We judge people for expressing too much hope, or too much fear, or buying too much toilet paper. Let's listen to what Jesus has to say about judging others, and hopefully it will help us get through this difficult time with a little more grace. The sermon will be a continuation of our message series from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about NOT JUDGING. This topic is timely because we are always judging and condemning other pe… Mark Brouwer 1947 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574537/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_overcomingudgmentalattitudes/id/3462340.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21574537 Judging, Criticism, Love, Fear, Acceptance, Scripture: Matthew 7:1-7:6 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 14:56:00 +0000 Jim Peterson Understanding suffering, tribulation, trial, pain in light of God's unfailing love and eternal goodness. Understanding suffering, tribulation, trial, pain in light of God's unfailing love and eternal goodness. Understanding suffering, tribulation, trial, pain in light of God's unfailing love and eternal goodness.… Jim Peterson 2754 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21552610/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_isgodalwaysgood/id/3443319.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21552610 Suffering, tribulation, Job, trial, pain, God's goodness, Scripture: Job Sun, 08 Mar 2020 16:39:00 +0000 Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Message from Rob Braun. Message from Rob Braun. Message from Rob Braun.… Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) 1245 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21549307/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_robbraunmessage/id/3440283.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21549307 Rob Braun Message Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:08:00 +0000 Jim Peterson A message from Psalm 73 A message from Psalm 73 A message from Psalm 73… Jim Peterson 2332 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21543962/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cantcomplain/id/3435779.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21543962 Psalm 73 Trials Suffering Struggles God's peace God's faithfulness, Scripture: Psalms 73:1-73:28 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 19:27:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer The sermon will be from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about NOT WORRYING. This is an especially important and timely message for us today. We'll be looking at the familiar "do not worry about your life, what you will eat, what you will wear, etc." These important words are easier said than done! The sermon will be from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about NOT WORRYING. This is an especially important and timely message for us today. We'll be looking at the familiar "do not worry about your life, what you will eat, what you will wear, etc." These important words are easier said than done! The sermon will be from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about NOT WORRYING. This is an especially important and timely message for us today. We'll be looking at the familiar "do not worr… Mark Brouwer 2002 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21541182/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_overcominganxiety/id/3433127.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21541182 Trust Faith Anxiety Fear Worry , Scripture: Matthew 6:25-6:34 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 15:34:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This message is from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about storing up "treasures in heaven." We're going to talk about what these are, and why we this matters. It is often a confusing thing for Christians to understand how to relate their desires for material things with their spiritual life. Hopefully this passage can give us some clarity about that! This message is from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about storing up "treasures in heaven." We're going to talk about what these are, and why we this matters. It is often a confusing thing for Christians to understand how to relate their desires for material things with their spiritual life. Hopefully this passage can give us some clarity about that! This message is from Jesus' teaching in the sermon on the mount. In the verses we're looking at this week, Jesus talks about storing up "treasures in heaven." We're going to talk about what these are, and why we this matters. It is often a confusing th… Mark Brouwer 2135 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21536317/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_storinguptreasuresinheaven/id/3428438.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21536317 Money Treasures Possessions Idols Idolatry Giving Priorities , Scripture: Matthew 6:19-6:24 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 16:53:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer The sermon on the Mount. We are picking up where we left off this Fall with the series. We will focus on fasting. I'll do a fair bit of teaching on the what and why of fasting before getting to the teaching about how fasting can go wrong - doing it to show others how devout you are The sermon on the Mount. We are picking up where we left off this Fall with the series. We will focus on fasting. I'll do a fair bit of teaching on the what and why of fasting before getting to the teaching about how fasting can go wrong - doing it to show others how devout you are The sermon on the Mount. We are picking up where we left off this Fall with the series. We will focus on fasting. I'll do a fair bit of teaching on the what and why of fasting before getting to the teaching about how fasting can go wrong - doing it to … Mark Brouwer 1611 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21532920/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ifinalprayerhabit/id/3425089.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21532920 Fasting, Humility, Pride, Spiritual Food, Hungering Thirsting Prayer Sun, 02 Feb 2020 21:43:00 +0000 Les Kuiper Guest Pastor Les Kuiper preaching from Revelation 1:1-8 "The Key to History". Guest Pastor Les Kuiper preaching from Revelation 1:1-8 "The Key to History". Guest Pastor Les Kuiper preaching from Revelation 1:1-8 "The Key to History".… Les Kuiper 1566 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21529777/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thekeytohistory/id/3422032.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21529777 Revelation Key History Kuiper guest Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:37:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer We're continuing our New Year's message series called "A Decade to Make a Difference." This series focuses on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm highlighting four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This message is about "Being a Place of Multiplication." We tend to think about growth in terms of addition ... adding a person here or there as a new attendee at the church. But instead of thinking in terms of numerical growth, it may be more helpful to focus on the spread of the Gospel message about Christ, and assistance in helping people grow spiritually. In other words, think of it as knowledge and help that gets passed on from person to person. When this happens -- when we invest our time and energy helping other people grow, and equipping them to help others grow, they pass that on to others, who can pass it on to others. Like cells that divide, and keep on dividing, the growth happens by multiplication, not simply addition. We'll talk more about this on Sunday. We're continuing our New Year's message series called "A Decade to Make a Difference." This series focuses on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm highlighting four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This message is about "Being a Place of Multiplication." We tend to think about growth in terms of addition ... adding a person here or there as a new attendee at the church. But instead of thinking in terms of numerical growth, it may be more helpful to focus on the spread of the Gospel message about Christ, and assistance in helping people grow spiritually. In other words, think of it as knowledge and help that gets passed on from person to person. When this happens -- when we invest our time and energy helping other people grow, and equipping them to help others grow, they pass that on to others, who can pass it on to others. Like cells that divide, and keep on dividing, the growth happens by multiplication, not simply addition. We'll talk more about this on Sunday. We're continuing our New Year's message series called "A Decade to Make a Difference." This series focuses on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm highlighting four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This message is about "… Mark Brouwer 2220 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21526144/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aplaceofmultiplication/id/3418532.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21526144 Growth Evangelism Multiplication Witnessing God's Kingdom, Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-2:6, Series: A Decade to Make a Difference Part#3 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 16:33:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer We're continuing our New Year's message series with a message about "Being a Place of Healing." This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This week we'll talk about How healing happens, how it fits into our life as a church, and how we experience it in our lives today. As I'm sure you know, there is some controversy about the role of healing today -- questions surround the role of the miraculous, how "spiritual healing" relates to the healing we look for from science and medicine, and how we respond when we ask for divine healing and it doesn't come. We're continuing our New Year's message series with a message about "Being a Place of Healing." This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This week we'll talk about How healing happens, how it fits into our life as a church, and how we experience it in our lives today. As I'm sure you know, there is some controversy about the role of healing today -- questions surround the role of the miraculous, how "spiritual healing" relates to the healing we look for from science and medicine, and how we respond when we ask for divine healing and it doesn't come. We're continuing our New Year's message series with a message about "Being a Place of Healing." This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight… Mark Brouwer 2535 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21522226/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_adecadeofhealing/id/3414688.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21522226 healing acts decade difference spiritual emotional physical, Scripture: Acts 3:1-3:10, Series: A Decade to Make a Difference Sun, 12 Jan 2020 15:59:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This week we'll talk about this: What would it mean, and what would it look like for each of us individually, and for us as a church, to dedicate ourselves to being GENEROUS people? This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This week we'll talk about this: What would it mean, and what would it look like for each of us individually, and for us as a church, to dedicate ourselves to being GENEROUS people? This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This week we'll talk about this: What would it me… Mark Brouwer 1890 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21518643/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_adecadeofgenerosity/id/3411437.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21518643 Generosity Decade Difference Genesis Money Finances Stewardship , Scripture: Genesis 14:17-14:24, Series: A Decade to Make a Difference Part#2 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 17:19:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer Tomorrow we're continuing the message series I started last Sunday with a message about Love. This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This first one is obvious, and it often gets lip service, but is actually really hard to live out. What would it mean, and what would it look like for each of us individually, and for us as a church, to dedicate ourselves to being LOVING people? Tomorrow we're continuing the message series I started last Sunday with a message about Love. This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight four of these for Bethel in the coming years. This first one is obvious, and it often gets lip service, but is actually really hard to live out. What would it mean, and what would it look like for each of us individually, and for us as a church, to dedicate ourselves to being LOVING people? Tomorrow we're continuing the message series I started last Sunday with a message about Love. This series is called "A Decade to Make a Difference," and it will focus on the values and practices that God calls us to ... and I'm wanting to highlight f… Mark Brouwer 2467 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21515548/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_decadeoflove/id/3408493.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21515548 love decade 1 John Brower , Scripture: 1 John 4:7-4:24 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 20:52:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer Tomorrow is the last Sunday of the year ... and, of course, in the decade. What will life bring us in the next 10 years? What do we hope for, what do we fear? On Sunday we're going to think about the upcoming years from a spiritual perspective. What is it that God wants for us, and from us, in the next few years? We can't know the future, but we can know the One who holds the future, and entrust ourselves to His care. Not only that, but we can commit ourselves to live in the way that will bring Life and meaning, no matter what the future brings. We will be looking at a small section of the prayer of Jesus on the night before he was arrested and later crucified (John 17). In this prayer Jesus talks about bringing glory to God the Father by finishing the work the Father had given him to do. We're going to think about what that implies for us, not only about Jesus, and the work He did ... but also what it implies for us, and how we intend to live in the next few years. Tomorrow is the last Sunday of the year ... and, of course, in the decade. What will life bring us in the next 10 years? What do we hope for, what do we fear? On Sunday we're going to think about the upcoming years from a spiritual perspective. What is it that God wants for us, and from us, in the next few years? We can't know the future, but we can know the One who holds the future, and entrust ourselves to His care. Not only that, but we can commit ourselves to live in the way that will bring Life and meaning, no matter what the future brings. We will be looking at a small section of the prayer of Jesus on the night before he was arrested and later crucified (John 17). In this prayer Jesus talks about bringing glory to God the Father by finishing the work the Father had given him to do. We're going to think about what that implies for us, not only about Jesus, and the work He did ... but also what it implies for us, and how we intend to live in the next few years. Tomorrow is the last Sunday of the year ... and, of course, in the decade. What will life bring us in the next 10 years? What do we hope for, what do we fear? On Sunday we're going to think about the upcoming years from a spiritual perspective. What … Mark Brouwer 1952 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21512298/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_adecadetomakeadifference/id/3405481.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21512298 Decade difference john Resolution, Scripture: John 17:1-17:5, Series: Advent series Tue, 24 Dec 2019 15:24:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer The Good News at the Heart of Christmas ... and our message at Bethel Church People sometimes ask, What does it mean to be a Christian? What do Christians believe? How can I get a new start in my faith? Here is a simple, three-point explanation of the "Good News" (Gospel) that is the heart of our faith: 1. God’s Design God created the world. We can see beauty, purpose and evidence of design all around us. It's impossible to ignore. Just look at the intricate design of plants, the way the moon influences the tide, or the ever changing colors in a sunset. The Bible tells us that God originally designed a world that worked perfectly — where everything and everyone fit together in harmony. God created us for a purpose. He created us to know Him and to enjoy Him; to live and bring glory and honor to Him. (Read: Genesis 1:31, Psalm 19:1 & Ephesians 2:10) 2. Our Brokenness (Sin) If we look around at society, it's easy to see that humanity is not bringing glory to God. Rather there is a brokenness in our world. We see it in the evil of terrorism, we see it in war, violence, abuse, deceit and betrayal. In ignorance to God, we could search everywhere for the reason of brokenness, but the truth is, beneath it all, the problem is spiritual. Really, we are the problem. We have not lived for God, we have not followed God's design for life. We have not valued a relationship with Him. The Bible calls this sin. Sin is running from God, trying to do life our own way. It is because of sin that we as humanity have become hostile, not only towards God, but towards others. The Bible says the consequence of sin is death. (Read: Romans 1:25, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23 & Proverbs 14:12) 3. The Solution (Jesus) Brokenness causes some to realize their need for help; a remedy, some Good News. God, because of His mercy and great love for us, did not leave us in our brokenness. He sent His Son, Jesus Christ as a solution to our sin problem. Christ came to us, lived a perfect sin-free life (exampling life by God’s design), taught us how to live, and willingly chose to die in our place to pay the penalty for our sin. He then defeated death and rose to life. He did for us what we cannot do for ourselves. Simply hearing this good news is not enough: we must act on it and admit to our sinful brokenness, ask God for forgiveness, and stop trusting in ourselves. This is when we can begin to understand God’s original design for our lives and the lives of others. (Read: John 3:16, Colossians 2:14, Mark 1:15 & Ephesians 2:8–9) The Good News at the Heart of Christmas ... and our message at Bethel Church People sometimes ask, What does it mean to be a Christian? What do Christians believe? How can I get a new start in my faith? Here is a simple, three-point explanation of the "Good News" (Gospel) that is the heart of our faith: 1. God’s Design God created the world. We can see beauty, purpose and evidence of design all around us. It's impossible to ignore. Just look at the intricate design of plants, the way the moon influences the tide, or the ever changing colors in a sunset. The Bible tells us that God originally designed a world that worked perfectly — where everything and everyone fit together in harmony. God created us for a purpose. He created us to know Him and to enjoy Him; to live and bring glory and honor to Him. (Read: Genesis 1:31, Psalm 19:1 & Ephesians 2:10) 2. Our Brokenness (Sin) If we look around at society, it's easy to see that humanity is not bringing glory to God. Rather there is a brokenness in our world. We see it in the evil of terrorism, we see it in war, violence, abuse, deceit and betrayal. In ignorance to God, we could search everywhere for the reason of brokenness, but the truth is, beneath it all, the problem is spiritual. Really, we are the problem. We have not lived for God, we have not followed God's design for life. We have not valued a relationship with Him. The Bible calls this sin. Sin is running from God, trying to do life our own way. It is because of sin that we as humanity have become hostile, not only towards God, but towards others. The Bible says the consequence of sin is death. (Read: Romans 1:25, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23 & Proverbs 14:12) 3. The Solution (Jesus) Brokenness causes some to realize their need for help; a remedy, some Good News. God, because of His mercy and great love for us, did not leave us in our brokenness. He sent His Son, Jesus Christ as a solution to our sin problem. Christ came to us, lived a perfect sin-free life (exampling life by God’s design), taught us how to live, and willingly chose to die in our place to pay the penalty for our sin. He then defeated death and rose to life. He did for us what we cannot do for ourselves. Simply hearing this good news is not enough: we must act on it and admit to our sinful brokenness, ask God for forgiveness, and stop trusting in ourselves. This is when we can begin to understand God’s original design for our lives and the lives of others. (Read: John 3:16, Colossians 2:14, Mark 1:15 & Ephesians 2:8–9) The Good News at the Heart of Christmas ... and our message at Bethel Church People sometimes ask, What does it mean to be a Christian? What do Christians believe? How can I get a new start in my faith? Here is a simple, three-point explanation of th… Mark Brouwer 1578 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21508959/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusthelionandthelamb/id/3402300.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21508959 Scripture: Luke 2:8-2:20, Series: Advent series Sun, 22 Dec 2019 20:34:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 5, which tells us what the apostle John saw when the door opened and he was able to get a view into what heaven looks like. Last week we talked about the view he got of the Throne of God, and this week we'll talk about his view of the Lamb of God, who was "worthy to open the Scroll" with Seven Seals. (I know, I know ... unless you're familiar with the imagery of the book of Revelation, what I just described might sound like a scene in a fantasy novel or movie. But trust me, there is important and valid historical and spiritual teaching behind this imagery.) AND ... especially important for us during the Christmas season ... the teaching in this chapter helps us understand what Christmas really means. It helps us understand: who is this Jesus who's birth we're celebrating? This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 5, which tells us what the apostle John saw when the door opened and he was able to get a view into what heaven looks like. Last week we talked about the view he got of the Throne of God, and this week we'll talk about his view of the Lamb of God, who was "worthy to open the Scroll" with Seven Seals. (I know, I know ... unless you're familiar with the imagery of the book of Revelation, what I just described might sound like a scene in a fantasy novel or movie. But trust me, there is important and valid historical and spiritual teaching behind this imagery.) AND ... especially important for us during the Christmas season ... the teaching in this chapter helps us understand what Christmas really means. It helps us understand: who is this Jesus who's birth we're celebrating? This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 5, which tells us what the apostle John saw when the door opened and he was able to get a view into what hea… Mark Brouwer 1979 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21508432/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusthelionandthelamb/id/3401776.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21508432 Revelation Lion Lamb Jesus Advent Worthy, Series: Advent series Sun, 15 Dec 2019 22:22:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 34, which tells us what the apostle John saw when the door opened and he was able to a view into what heaven looks like. What he saw was not a view of the expanse of heaven -- it didn't include any description of what ordinary people are doing there. (That comes later in the book.) In this chapter, John describes his view of the throne room of heaven ... and it's an awe-inspiring scene. The theme will be worship ... and what a contrast this sense of awe-struck worship is from the sentimental, sappy platitudes people offer during the Christmas season. This is not a view of the baby Jesus, cute little lambs, or cherubic angels ... this is a life-altering vision of the power, holiness, and glory of Almighty God. This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 34, which tells us what the apostle John saw when the door opened and he was able to a view into what heaven looks like. What he saw was not a view of the expanse of heaven -- it didn't include any description of what ordinary people are doing there. (That comes later in the book.) In this chapter, John describes his view of the throne room of heaven ... and it's an awe-inspiring scene. The theme will be worship ... and what a contrast this sense of awe-struck worship is from the sentimental, sappy platitudes people offer during the Christmas season. This is not a view of the baby Jesus, cute little lambs, or cherubic angels ... this is a life-altering vision of the power, holiness, and glory of Almighty God. This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 34, which tells us what the apostle John saw when the door opened and he was able to a view into what heaven… Mark Brouwer 2103 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21505200/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fallingdowninworship/id/3398646.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21505200 Series: Advent series Sun, 08 Dec 2019 21:07:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 3:14-22, which is a specific message to the church of Laodicea. This section contains some of the most familiar passages in the book of Revelation ("you are neither hot nor cold" and "behold I stand at the door and knock"), and it has some important things to say to us today. This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 3:14-22, which is a specific message to the church of Laodicea. This section contains some of the most familiar passages in the book of Revelation ("you are neither hot nor cold" and "behold I stand at the door and knock"), and it has some important things to say to us today. This weekend we continue our message series during Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." Tomorrow I'll be preaching on Revelation 3:14-22, which is a specific message to the church of Laodicea. This section contains some of the most famil… Mark Brouwer 1794 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21501626/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lukewarmchristians/id/3395214.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21501626 Lukewarm Revelations Laodicea church hear, Scripture: Revelation 3:14-3:22, Series: Advent series Sun, 01 Dec 2019 16:44:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we begin the season of Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." I will be preaching on Revelations, chapters 2 and 3 during this series, which contain messages from the Spirit to several different churches during the end of the first century. We'll be looking at these messages, and seeking to discern what they can teach us about how to live with the world's uncertainties today. This weekend we begin the season of Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." I will be preaching on Revelations, chapters 2 and 3 during this series, which contain messages from the Spirit to several different churches during the end of the first century. We'll be looking at these messages, and seeking to discern what they can teach us about how to live with the world's uncertainties today. This weekend we begin the season of Advent, where we focus on the theme of "waiting." I will be preaching on Revelations, chapters 2 and 3 during this series, which contain messages from the Spirit to several different churches during the end of the … Mark Brouwer 1995 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21498256/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_waitingfortheendoftheworldtwom/id/3391982.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21498256 Revelation end world two churches advent, Scripture: Revelation 3:1-3:13, Series: Advent series Part#1 Tue, 26 Nov 2019 22:25:25 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we will focus on the theme of gratitude, as we are gearing up for the Thanksgiving Holiday. I will be preaching on I Samuel 7, which has the story of raising the Ebeneezer, which we sing about in the popular hymn "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing." I'll share the story behind that word, and focus on what it means for the expression of gratitude. We will not only talk about raising an Ebeneezer ... we're going to actually do it! You'll have to come on Sunday to see what that means, and what it will be like. Click here to go to our Facebook page ... scroll down on the page and watch a short video of me talking about this sermon Also, note that immediately after the service, we'll be voting on whether to extend a call to Don Damborg to serve as Worship Coordinator, for Ignite and Sunday worship at Bethel. I hope you can join us. This weekend we will focus on the theme of gratitude, as we are gearing up for the Thanksgiving Holiday. I will be preaching on I Samuel 7, which has the story of raising the Ebeneezer, which we sing about in the popular hymn "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing." I'll share the story behind that word, and focus on what it means for the expression of gratitude. We will not only talk about raising an Ebeneezer ... we're going to actually do it! You'll have to come on Sunday to see what that means, and what it will be like. Click here to go to our Facebook page ... scroll down on the page and watch a short video of me talking about this sermon Also, note that immediately after the service, we'll be voting on whether to extend a call to Don Damborg to serve as Worship Coordinator, for Ignite and Sunday worship at Bethel. I hope you can join us. This weekend we will focus on the theme of gratitude, as we are gearing up for the Thanksgiving Holiday. I will be preaching on I Samuel 7, which has the story of raising the Ebeneezer, which we sing about in the popular hymn "Come Thou Fount of Ever… Mark Brouwer 979 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21494810/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gratituderaisingmyebenezer/id/3388687.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21494810 Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:7-7:12, Series: Better Together Part#7 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 18:08:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we conclude our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series has been called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on Galatians 5 which talks about the two natures within each of us -- what Paul calls "the flesh" in this instance, and the Spirit. Within that passage, he also gives a warning about what can happen if they give in to the instincts of the flesh, when they are dealing with any kind of disagreement or conflict: "If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other." (Gal 5:13) Many of us have dealt with great pain as a result of things that happened in churches. The focus of this message will be on the challenge to focus on our part, and our reactions, when there is conflict. This weekend we conclude our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series has been called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on Galatians 5 which talks about the two natures within each of us -- what Paul calls "the flesh" in this instance, and the Spirit. Within that passage, he also gives a warning about what can happen if they give in to the instincts of the flesh, when they are dealing with any kind of disagreement or conflict: "If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other." (Gal 5:13) Many of us have dealt with great pain as a result of things that happened in churches. The focus of this message will be on the challenge to focus on our part, and our reactions, when there is conflict. This weekend we conclude our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series has been called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on Galatians 5 which talks about the two natures within each of us -- what Pau… Mark Brouwer 1848 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21490831/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dysfunctionalcommunity/id/3384845.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21490831 Scripture: Galatians 5:13-5:26, Series: Better Together Part#6 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 19:02:00 +0000 Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) This weekend we will have a special Sunday devoted to Addiction and Recovery. In the past we've done done this in September (September is National Recovery Month). We've switched things up this year because of my travel schedule. Tomorrow I'll be looking at the story of Naaman being healed of leprosy (recorded in 2 Kings 2), and draw from it an important reminder about the challenge of finding healing from addiction. By the way, there's an important message here for all of us ... not just alcohol and drug addicts and their families. The more we learn about the brain, and specifically how addictions hijack the reward centers of the brain, the more we see that the dynamics of addiction are at work with all kinds of behaviors, not just alcohol and drugs of abuse. We can -- and do -- become addicted to many different kinds of things, and our addictions exist on a spectrum from mild to severe. Most of us can identify with some kind of struggle with how we use food, drink, sex, drugs, work, computer gaming, gambling, etc. to help us cope with stress and the challenges of life. We all need to hear about and learn from addiction and recovery wisdom ... which has its roots in the Bible. This Sunday we'll also have some special guests -- several people will give testimony and/or talk about their work with addicts. We'll also be led in worship by a special guest worship leader, Don Damborg. It's going to be a great Sunday! I hope you can join us. This weekend we will have a special Sunday devoted to Addiction and Recovery. In the past we've done done this in September (September is National Recovery Month). We've switched things up this year because of my travel schedule. Tomorrow I'll be looking at the story of Naaman being healed of leprosy (recorded in 2 Kings 2), and draw from it an important reminder about the challenge of finding healing from addiction. By the way, there's an important message here for all of us ... not just alcohol and drug addicts and their families. The more we learn about the brain, and specifically how addictions hijack the reward centers of the brain, the more we see that the dynamics of addiction are at work with all kinds of behaviors, not just alcohol and drugs of abuse. We can -- and do -- become addicted to many different kinds of things, and our addictions exist on a spectrum from mild to severe. Most of us can identify with some kind of struggle with how we use food, drink, sex, drugs, work, computer gaming, gambling, etc. to help us cope with stress and the challenges of life. We all need to hear about and learn from addiction and recovery wisdom ... which has its roots in the Bible. This Sunday we'll also have some special guests -- several people will give testimony and/or talk about their work with addicts. We'll also be led in worship by a special guest worship leader, Don Damborg. It's going to be a great Sunday! I hope you can join us. This weekend we will have a special Sunday devoted to Addiction and Recovery. In the past we've done done this in September (September is National Recovery Month). We've switched things up this year because of my travel schedule. Tomorrow I'll be lo… Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) 1541 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21486660/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howhealingcomes/id/3380821.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21486660 Healing recovery kings how healing comes don damborg , Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-5:14, Series: Better Together Part#6 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 21:37:00 +0000 Jerry Van Someren Message given by Jerry Van Someren from Daniel 2:24-49. Message given by Jerry Van Someren from Daniel 2:24-49. Message given by Jerry Van Someren from Daniel 2:24-49.… Jerry Van Someren 2252 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21482890/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_roomfortherock/id/3377228.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21482890 room rock daniel jerry van Someren, Scripture: Daniel 2:24-2:49 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 19:38:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on Acts 4, which talks about the aftermath of the first miracle that Peter and John did as the New Testament church was beginning to form. After being arrested for causing a near-riot in the Temple, they are instructed by the Jewish High Court leaders to stop talking about Jesus ... and they say that just can't do it. They feel compelled to talk about what they've seen and heard. What about us? What is our commitment to take the Gospel message we talk about in church on Sunday mornings and share that with others during the week? We're going to talk about this mark of a healthy church: UNSELFISHNESS ... it's not all about us. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on Acts 4, which talks about the aftermath of the first miracle that Peter and John did as the New Testament church was beginning to form. After being arrested for causing a near-riot in the Temple, they are instructed by the Jewish High Court leaders to stop talking about Jesus ... and they say that just can't do it. They feel compelled to talk about what they've seen and heard. What about us? What is our commitment to take the Gospel message we talk about in church on Sunday mornings and share that with others during the week? We're going to talk about this mark of a healthy church: UNSELFISHNESS ... it's not all about us. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on Acts 4, which talks about the aftermath of the first miracle that Peter and John … Mark Brouwer 2304 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21479079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itsnotallaboutus/id/3373574.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21479079 Scripture: Acts 4:19-4:20, Series: Better Together Part#5 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 14:25:00 +0000 Arlan Koppendrayer Sermon by Arlan Koppendrayer using Psalm 47. Pastor Arlan Koppendrayer is from Trinity Hill Church in Chanhassen, MN. Sermon by Arlan Koppendrayer using Psalm 47. Pastor Arlan Koppendrayer is from Trinity Hill Church in Chanhassen, MN. Sermon by Arlan Koppendrayer using Psalm 47. Pastor Arlan Koppendrayer is from Trinity Hill Church in Chanhassen, MN.… Arlan Koppendrayer 1564 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21475420/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_yourkingdomcome/id/3370056.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21475420 psalm 47 kingdom come lord's prayer koppendrayer, Scripture: Psalms 47 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 18:06:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on I Peter 4:10, which talks about using our spiritual gifts to serve others. The title of the sermon is "Getting in the Game" -- and this does not imply that what we do is just fun and games. Rather, the idea is that we're invited to be participants ... players ... rather than spectators. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on I Peter 4:10, which talks about using our spiritual gifts to serve others. The title of the sermon is "Getting in the Game" -- and this does not imply that what we do is just fun and games. Rather, the idea is that we're invited to be participants ... players ... rather than spectators. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching on I Peter 4:10, which talks about using our spiritual gifts to serve others. The ti… Mark Brouwer 1574 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21471201/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gettingintothegame/id/3365975.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21471201 getting game peter brouwer better together, Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Series: Better Together Part#4 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 17:30:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching for the second time from Acts 2:42-47 ... the passage that describes what the early believers did when the church got its start. This week I'm going to focus on the different kind of gatherings these early Christians had, and how that helped them grow. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching for the second time from Acts 2:42-47 ... the passage that describes what the early believers did when the church got its start. This week I'm going to focus on the different kind of gatherings these early Christians had, and how that helped them grow. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching for the second time from Acts 2:42-47 ... the passage that describes what the early … Mark Brouwer 2180 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21467469/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mythofindividualspiritualgrowt/id/3362425.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21467469 myth individual spiritual growth acts , Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:47, Series: Better Together , Custom categories: Pastor: Mark Brouwer Sun, 29 Sep 2019 16:27:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching from Acts 2:42-47 ... the passage that describes what the early believers did when the church got its start. I'm going to be looking at these verses in two separate sermons ... this first one will focus on their gatherings for public worship. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching from Acts 2:42-47 ... the passage that describes what the early believers did when the church got its start. I'm going to be looking at these verses in two separate sermons ... this first one will focus on their gatherings for public worship. This weekend we continue our message series on how involvement in community helps us grow. The series is called "Better Together." Tomorrow I'm going to be preaching from Acts 2:42-47 ... the passage that describes what the early believers did when t… Mark Brouwer 2919 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21455148/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whyworshipisnotasolosport/id/3358526.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21455148 better together hebrews corinthians worship sport, Scripture: Acts 2:46-2:47, Series: Better Together Part#2, Custom categories: Pastor: Mark Brouwer Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:43:00 +0000 Michael Ten Haken 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 - Guest pastor from Pease Christian Reformed Church, Pastor Michael Ten Haken preached on "The Devil Made Me Do It". 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 - Guest pastor from Pease Christian Reformed Church, Pastor Michael Ten Haken preached on "The Devil Made Me Do It". 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 - Guest pastor from Pease Christian Reformed Church, Pastor Michael Ten Haken preached on "The Devil Made Me Do It".… Michael Ten Haken 2078 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21459734/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thedevilmademedoit/id/3355050.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21459734 guest devil pease michael Ten Haken Corinthians, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-10:13 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 17:32:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we will celebrate our 40th Anniversary! This will include worship songs, communion, hearing stories of how Bethel got started, celebrating communion, and a message about the Biblical background to the name "Bethel." We're going to look at the story of Bethel in the Bible and reflect on what this means for our church -- our past and our future. This weekend we will celebrate our 40th Anniversary! This will include worship songs, communion, hearing stories of how Bethel got started, celebrating communion, and a message about the Biblical background to the name "Bethel." We're going to look at the story of Bethel in the Bible and reflect on what this means for our church -- our past and our future. This weekend we will celebrate our 40th Anniversary! This will include worship songs, communion, hearing stories of how Bethel got started, celebrating communion, and a message about the Biblical background to the name "Bethel." We're going to look at … Mark Brouwer 2011 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21451079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hangingoutinthehouseofgod/id/3347023.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21451079 40th Anniversary Church House of God, Scripture: Genesis 28:10-28:19 Tue, 03 Sep 2019 19:06:17 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 13: "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." This week we're going to talk about trials and temptations -- what is meant by those words in this passage, and what it means to pray for them to be reduced. This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 13: "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." This week we're going to talk about trials and temptations -- what is meant by those words in this passage, and what it means to pray for them to be reduced. This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 13: "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." This week we're going to talk about trials and temptations -- what is meant by those words in this passage, and what it means to pray fo… Mark Brouwer 2040 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21447017/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_leadusnotintotemptationbutdeli/id/3343146.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21447017 Lord's Prayer, temptation, deliver, Scripture: Matthew 6:13-6:13, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#9 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 18:51:00 +0000 Jerry Van Someren Jerry VanSomeren preached on Matthew 6:19-24 on "A God Called More" Jerry VanSomeren preached on Matthew 6:19-24 on "A God Called More" Jerry VanSomeren preached on Matthew 6:19-24 on "A God Called More"… Jerry Van Someren 1569 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21455494/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_agodcalledmore/id/3351227.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21455494 Matthew called more jerry vansomeren, Scripture: Matthew 6:19-6:24 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 20:03:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 12: "Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us" We'll also be looking at verse 14-15, which contain the challenging words that forgiveness of our sins is somehow tied to our willingness to forgive others. This week we're going to talk about forgiveness, focusing on the question: "What does it mean to forgive?" Part of the problem we have with forgiveness is confusion about what it means, and expectations about how it happens. We're going to look at how God's forgiveness informs and makes possible our forgiveness of others. This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 12: "Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us" We'll also be looking at verse 14-15, which contain the challenging words that forgiveness of our sins is somehow tied to our willingness to forgive others. This week we're going to talk about forgiveness, focusing on the question: "What does it mean to forgive?" Part of the problem we have with forgiveness is confusion about what it means, and expectations about how it happens. We're going to look at how God's forgiveness informs and makes possible our forgiveness of others. This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 12: "Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us" We'll also be looking at verse 14-15, which contain the challenging words that forgiveness of our sins is somehow tied to our willi… Mark Brouwer 2187 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21439577/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_asweforgive/id/3336072.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21439577 Forgiveness, forget, Lord's Prayer, Scripture: Matthew 6:12-6:12, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#8 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 19:44:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 12: "Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us" This week we're going to focus on praying for forgiveness. We believe that, because of Christ's death and resurrection, we are forgiven ... and it might seem like, since everything is taken care of through Christ, that we shouldn't have to keep worrying about and focusing on our sins. But there are also places in the Bible where we're asked to confess our sins ... in other words, bringing them up regularly. What is the place of confession in prayer? This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 12: "Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us" This week we're going to focus on praying for forgiveness. We believe that, because of Christ's death and resurrection, we are forgiven ... and it might seem like, since everything is taken care of through Christ, that we shouldn't have to keep worrying about and focusing on our sins. But there are also places in the Bible where we're asked to confess our sins ... in other words, bringing them up regularly. What is the place of confession in prayer? This weekend, we're looking at the phrase in verse 12: "Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us" This week we're going to focus on praying for forgiveness. We believe that, because of Christ's death and resurrection, we are forg… Mark Brouwer 2126 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21439562/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_asweforgive/id/3336061.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21439562 Lord's Prayer; forgiveness; confession, Scripture: Matthew 6:12-6:12, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#7 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 16:02:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're looking (again) at the phrase in verse 11: "Give us this day our daily bread" This week we're going to focus on how to pray for our needs. We instinctively understand this aspect of prayer, but there is still much confusion about it, and our practice of it is surrounded my mystery, doubt, and uncertainty. Hopefully by the time the morning is over, we'll all have more clarity about Jesus' instruction about praying for our daily bread. This weekend, we're looking (again) at the phrase in verse 11: "Give us this day our daily bread" This week we're going to focus on how to pray for our needs. We instinctively understand this aspect of prayer, but there is still much confusion about it, and our practice of it is surrounded my mystery, doubt, and uncertainty. Hopefully by the time the morning is over, we'll all have more clarity about Jesus' instruction about praying for our daily bread. This weekend, we're looking (again) at the phrase in verse 11: "Give us this day our daily bread" This week we're going to focus on how to pray for our needs. We instinctively understand this aspect of prayer, but there is still much confusion … Mark Brouwer 1824 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21432923/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_giveusourdailybread/id/3329780.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21432923 Bread, daily bread, Lord's Prayer, Scripture: Matthew 6:11-6:11, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#6 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 16:45:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're looking (again) at the phrase in verse 10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." This week we're going to focus on the question of God's Will -- How can we know what God's will is?" This is one of the most important issues for any of us a Christians ... knowing and doing God's will -- and for many, it's shrouded in mystery and confusion. Hopefully by the time the morning is over, we'll all have more clarity about these issues. This weekend, we're looking (again) at the phrase in verse 10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." This week we're going to focus on the question of God's Will -- How can we know what God's will is?" This is one of the most important issues for any of us a Christians ... knowing and doing God's will -- and for many, it's shrouded in mystery and confusion. Hopefully by the time the morning is over, we'll all have more clarity about these issues. This weekend, we're looking (again) at the phrase in verse 10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." This week we're going to focus on the question of God's Will -- How can we know what God's will is?" This is on… Mark Brouwer 2372 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21429142/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_knowinggodswill/id/3326214.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21429142 God's will, Lord's Prayer,, Scripture: Matthew 6:10-6:10, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#5 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 13:45:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This Sunday, we're looking at the phrase in verse 10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." I describe this part of the prayer with the phrase: "praying with God's agenda in mind." What does it mean to pray for God's Kingdom to come? And how do we think about God's will being done, in contrast to our own wills and desires? We'll be talking about these issues. This Sunday, we're looking at the phrase in verse 10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." I describe this part of the prayer with the phrase: "praying with God's agenda in mind." What does it mean to pray for God's Kingdom to come? And how do we think about God's will being done, in contrast to our own wills and desires? We'll be talking about these issues. This Sunday, we're looking at the phrase in verse 10: "Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." I describe this part of the prayer with the phrase: "praying with God's agenda in mind." What does it mean to pray for G… Mark Brouwer 1946 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21424488/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_yourkingdomcome/id/3321815.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21424488 Kingdom, Lord's Prayer, agenda, Scripture: Matthew 6:10-6:10, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#4 Sun, 14 Jul 2019 14:13:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This Sunday, we're looking at the phrase in the first part of the prayer: "...hallowed be your name" What does it mean for us to be praying that God's name be "HALLOWED"? What does that even mean, to "hallow" someone's name? We'll be talking about the place of reverence and worship, and how that relates to our prayer life. This Sunday, we're looking at the phrase in the first part of the prayer: "...hallowed be your name" What does it mean for us to be praying that God's name be "HALLOWED"? What does that even mean, to "hallow" someone's name? We'll be talking about the place of reverence and worship, and how that relates to our prayer life. This Sunday, we're looking at the phrase in the first part of the prayer: "...hallowed be your name" What does it mean for us to be praying that God's name be "HALLOWED"? What does that even mean, to "hallow" someone's name? We'll be talking about… Mark Brouwer 2092 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21421003/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hallowedbeyourname/id/3318616.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21421003 Lord's Prayer, hallowed, name, Scripture: Matthew 6:9-6:9, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#3 Sun, 07 Jul 2019 15:16:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're looking at the opening phrase: "Our Father in Heaven" What does it mean for us to be praying to God as our FATHER? For some, this is comforting and helpful ... for others, it's confusing and troublesome, because our relationship with our earthly fathers has been problematic. This weekend, we're looking at the opening phrase: "Our Father in Heaven" What does it mean for us to be praying to God as our FATHER? For some, this is comforting and helpful ... for others, it's confusing and troublesome, because our relationship with our earthly fathers has been problematic. This weekend, we're looking at the opening phrase: "Our Father in Heaven" What does it mean for us to be praying to God as our FATHER? For some, this is comforting and helpful ... for others, it's confusing and troublesome, because our relationship… Mark Brouwer 1786 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21417055/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ourfatherinheaven/id/3314816.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21417055 Lord's Prayer; father, Scripture: Matthew 6:9-6:9, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#2 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 15:10:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we start a new focus in our teaching through the Sermon on the Mount. We begin a new series: "Jesus' Teaching on Prayer." In these messages, we'll be looking at some of Jesus' general teaching about prayer, and then especially at the Lord's Prayer. This weekend, we're going to be looking at three important insights that Jesus gives about prayer. This weekend we start a new focus in our teaching through the Sermon on the Mount. We begin a new series: "Jesus' Teaching on Prayer." In these messages, we'll be looking at some of Jesus' general teaching about prayer, and then especially at the Lord's Prayer. This weekend, we're going to be looking at three important insights that Jesus gives about prayer. This weekend we start a new focus in our teaching through the Sermon on the Mount. We begin a new series: "Jesus' Teaching on Prayer." In these messages, we'll be looking at some of Jesus' general teaching about prayer, and then especially at the Lord'… Mark Brouwer 1330 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21417051/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thedosanddontsofprayer/id/3314813.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21417051 Lord's Prayer, prayer,, Scripture: Matthew 6:5-6:13, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Prayer Part#1 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 13:57:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This Sunday, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about WHY WE DO what we do in service to God. Specifically, what is our motive when we give to help others? This Sunday, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about WHY WE DO what we do in service to God. Specifically, what is our motive when we give to help others? This Sunday, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about WHY WE DO what we do in service to God. Specifically, what is our motive when we give to help others?… Mark Brouwer 1988 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21409669/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusonmotivesforspiritualactio/id/3307824.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21409669 Giving, motives,, Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6:4, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#8 Tue, 18 Jun 2019 18:49:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about taking revenge (or not), and loving our enemies. This is very intense, high level teaching. It seems almost impossible for us to do. But as we'll see, there is a way to do it, and an important freedom that it offers. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about taking revenge (or not), and loving our enemies. This is very intense, high level teaching. It seems almost impossible for us to do. But as we'll see, there is a way to do it, and an important freedom that it offers. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about taking revenge (or not), and loving our enemies. This is very intense, high level teaching. It seems almost impossible for us to do. But as we'll see, there is a way to do it, and an … Mark Brouwer 1988 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21405182/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusonloveingthehardtolove/id/3303467.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21405182 Enemies, love, hate, Scripture: Matthew 5:38-5:48, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#7 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 14:25:00 +0000 Rob Braun Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Rob Braun 2958 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21401650/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatispentecost/id/3300025.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21401650 Pentecost, fire, Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:41 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 18:41:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about honesty and taking oaths. We are living in a time when trust in leaders and institutions is at an all time low, and honesty seems like a rare thing indeed. We'll talk about what Jesus says about this, in the context of making and taking oaths. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about honesty and taking oaths. We are living in a time when trust in leaders and institutions is at an all time low, and honesty seems like a rare thing indeed. We'll talk about what Jesus says about this, in the context of making and taking oaths. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about honesty and taking oaths. We are living in a time when trust in leaders and institutions is at an all time low, and honesty seems like a rare thing indeed. We'll talk about what Jesus sa… Mark Brouwer 2160 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21397528/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusonhonestyinspeech/id/3296135.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21397528 Honesty, speech, oath, Scripture: Matthew 5:33-5:37, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#6 Sun, 26 May 2019 18:48:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about marriage and divorce. Marriages are a source of great joy for many, and also a source of great pain and suffering. And many people know the pain of marriage that ended in divorce. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about marriage and divorce. Marriages are a source of great joy for many, and also a source of great pain and suffering. And many people know the pain of marriage that ended in divorce. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about marriage and divorce. Marriages are a source of great joy for many, and also a source of great pain and suffering. And many people know the pain of marriage that ended in divorce.… Mark Brouwer 2346 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21394464/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusonmarriageanddivorce/id/3293197.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21394464 Marriage, divorce, grace, Scripture: Matthew 5:31-5:32, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#5 Sun, 19 May 2019 18:09:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about sexual immorality. These are some of the most familiar verses in the Bible about sex, and are enormously important in our world today. They are also easy to misunderstand and misinterpret. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about sexual immorality. These are some of the most familiar verses in the Bible about sex, and are enormously important in our world today. They are also easy to misunderstand and misinterpret. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about sexual immorality. These are some of the most familiar verses in the Bible about sex, and are enormously important in our world today. They are also easy to misunderstand and misinterpret… Mark Brouwer 2500 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21388442/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusonsexlustanddesire/id/3288573.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21388442 Sex, pornograpphy, lust, Scripture: Matthew 5:27-5:30, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Sun, 12 May 2019 16:31:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about anger, in connection with Old Testament commandments about murder. This is an important issue for us today, because many people struggle with controlling their anger, and our society seems to be fraying with mass and social media fueling outrage and hatred. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about anger, in connection with Old Testament commandments about murder. This is an important issue for us today, because many people struggle with controlling their anger, and our society seems to be fraying with mass and social media fueling outrage and hatred. This weekend, we're going to be looking at what Jesus said about anger, in connection with Old Testament commandments about murder. This is an important issue for us today, because many people struggle with controlling their anger, and our society see… Mark Brouwer 2152 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21383648/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusonanger/id/3283931.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21383648 Anger, hatred, Scripture: Matthew 5:21-5:26, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#3 Sat, 11 May 2019 16:12:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Mark Brouwer 3295 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21383636/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_celebrationoflifenormabaas/id/3283929.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21383636 Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-4:18, Romans 12:12-12:12 Sun, 05 May 2019 18:09:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer From the beginning, Jesus' life and teaching were so powerful and radical that the Jewish people of his time wondered if He was establishing a completely new pathway to God. Did his coming now make the Old Testament -- the "Law and the Prophets" -- irrelevant? This is an important question for us today as well. Many Christians are not sure what to do with the Old Testament. In this passage, we encounter Jesus' teaching specifically about this issue. From the beginning, Jesus' life and teaching were so powerful and radical that the Jewish people of his time wondered if He was establishing a completely new pathway to God. Did his coming now make the Old Testament -- the "Law and the Prophets" -- irrelevant? This is an important question for us today as well. Many Christians are not sure what to do with the Old Testament. In this passage, we encounter Jesus' teaching specifically about this issue. From the beginning, Jesus' life and teaching were so powerful and radical that the Jewish people of his time wondered if He was establishing a completely new pathway to God. Did his coming now make the Old Testament -- the "Law and the Prophets" -- irr… Mark Brouwer 2625 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21379436/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusonthelaw/id/3279870.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21379436 The Law, prophets, relevant, Scripture: Matthew 5:17-5:20, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#2 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 18:12:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we return to Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount. I'm grouping a series of messages from Matthew 5 under the heading of "Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Topics." We'll be talking about such things as hatred, sex, dishonesty, divorce, retaliation, and murder. But we're starting things out with Jesus' teaching about being "salt and light" in the world. I think everybody wants their life to count. Everybody wants to leave a mark in the world. In this passage, Jesus talks about one of the important ways we do that. This weekend we return to Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount. I'm grouping a series of messages from Matthew 5 under the heading of "Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Topics." We'll be talking about such things as hatred, sex, dishonesty, divorce, retaliation, and murder. But we're starting things out with Jesus' teaching about being "salt and light" in the world. I think everybody wants their life to count. Everybody wants to leave a mark in the world. In this passage, Jesus talks about one of the important ways we do that. This weekend we return to Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount. I'm grouping a series of messages from Matthew 5 under the heading of "Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Topics." We'll be talking about such things as hatred, sex, dishonesty, divorc… Mark Brouwer 2170 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21375928/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howtomakeyourlifecount/id/3276535.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21375928 Life, leave your mark, Scripture: Matthew 5:13-5:16, Series: S on the M: Jesus' Teaching on Today's Tough Part#1 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 14:39:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This year, we're going to look at the account of Jesus appearing to the disciples, and the struggle to believe. Many people in our world -- and in our churches -- struggle with questions and doubts about their faith. It shouldn't surprise us that this question is faced and addressed in the Easter experience itself. Well see how Jesus compassionately and helpfully dealt with the doubts of one of his disciples ... and reflect on what that means for us and our loved ones. This year, we're going to look at the account of Jesus appearing to the disciples, and the struggle to believe. Many people in our world -- and in our churches -- struggle with questions and doubts about their faith. It shouldn't surprise us that this question is faced and addressed in the Easter experience itself. Well see how Jesus compassionately and helpfully dealt with the doubts of one of his disciples ... and reflect on what that means for us and our loved ones. This year, we're going to look at the account of Jesus appearing to the disciples, and the struggle to believe. Many people in our world -- and in our churches -- struggle with questions and doubts about their faith. It shouldn't surprise us that this… Mark Brouwer 2247 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21371262/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_facingdoubtsoneaster/id/3272077.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21371262 Easter, doubts, Scripture: John 20:19-20:29 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 16:51:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend is Palm Sunday, the day that we remember Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem. The focus of our teaching, however, will be on one of the more challenging issues of our time: how social and political divisions are wreaking havoc in all kinds of places -- including churches. We're going to focus on Jesus' calling of the disciples, and do some reflecting on what that group of followers have to teach us today. This weekend is Palm Sunday, the day that we remember Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem. The focus of our teaching, however, will be on one of the more challenging issues of our time: how social and political divisions are wreaking havoc in all kinds of places -- including churches. We're going to focus on Jesus' calling of the disciples, and do some reflecting on what that group of followers have to teach us today. This weekend is Palm Sunday, the day that we remember Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem. The focus of our teaching, however, will be on one of the more challenging issues of our time: how social and political divisions are wreaking havoc in all kinds of p… Mark Brouwer 2332 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21366129/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_unifieddisciplesinadividedpoli/id/3267162.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21366129 Unify, disciples,, Scripture: Matthew 10:1-10:4 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 16:53:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer We concluded our message series called "The Good Life According to Jesus" today. The final verses in this section contain the beatitude: "blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness." Persecution for one's faith is a harsh reality for Christians around the globe. Here in the US, we enjoy a tremendous amount of religious freedom, and for this we are grateful. Yet this teaching describes a reality for our lives that is important to think about. We concluded our message series called "The Good Life According to Jesus" today. The final verses in this section contain the beatitude: "blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness." Persecution for one's faith is a harsh reality for Christians around the globe. Here in the US, we enjoy a tremendous amount of religious freedom, and for this we are grateful. Yet this teaching describes a reality for our lives that is important to think about. We concluded our message series called "The Good Life According to Jesus" today. The final verses in this section contain the beatitude: "blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness." Persecution for one's faith is a harsh reality for Chr… Mark Brouwer 2324 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21362281/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_blessedarethepersecuted/id/3263474.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21362281 Persecuted, rewards, kingdom, Scripture: Matthew 5:10-5:12, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#9 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 16:49:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue looking at the Beatitudes as part of a message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." This beatitude is inspiring and important for our world today: "blessed are peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." Our world today might be characterized in many ways ... but "peaceful" is not one of them. There are conflicts, stress, and anxiety all around. What does it mean to be a peacemaker, and how can we do it? This weekend we continue looking at the Beatitudes as part of a message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." This beatitude is inspiring and important for our world today: "blessed are peacemakers, for they will be called children of God." Our world today might be characterized in many ways ... but "peaceful" is not one of them. There are conflicts, stress, and anxiety all around. What does it mean to be a peacemaker, and how can we do it? This weekend we continue looking at the Beatitudes as part of a message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." This beatitude is inspiring and important for our world today: "blessed are peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.… Mark Brouwer 2251 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21358369/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_makingpeaceinaworldofconflict/id/3259751.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21358369 Peace, peacemaker, differences, Scripture: Matthew 5:9-5:9, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#8 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 18:37:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This beatitude is a powerful promise: "blessed are pure in heart, for they will see God." Of course, we all want to see God. We want to be known by God, and have God reveal himself to us. We want to enter into God's presence in the life to come ... and this beatitude talks about this. This beatitude is a powerful promise: "blessed are pure in heart, for they will see God." Of course, we all want to see God. We want to be known by God, and have God reveal himself to us. We want to enter into God's presence in the life to come ... and this beatitude talks about this. This beatitude is a powerful promise: "blessed are pure in heart, for they will see God." Of course, we all want to see God. We want to be known by God, and have God reveal himself to us. We want to enter into God's presence in the life to come ... an… Mark Brouwer 2043 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21350270/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thekindofpeoplewhowillseegod/id/3252030.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21350270 Beatitudes, see God, pure in heart, Scripture: Matthew 5:8-5:8, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#7 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 19:16:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This beatitude is straightforward, but very counter-cultural: "blessed are merciful, for they will be shown mercy." This beatitude is challenging because many of us are not very merciful. Instead, we are proud, judgmental, and selfish ... characteristics that are rooted in anxiety and fear. This beatitude has much to teach us! This beatitude is straightforward, but very counter-cultural: "blessed are merciful, for they will be shown mercy." This beatitude is challenging because many of us are not very merciful. Instead, we are proud, judgmental, and selfish ... characteristics that are rooted in anxiety and fear. This beatitude has much to teach us! This beatitude is straightforward, but very counter-cultural: "blessed are merciful, for they will be shown mercy." This beatitude is challenging because many of us are not very merciful. Instead, we are proud, judgmental, and selfish ... characterist… Mark Brouwer 2057 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21346602/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_showingmercyyougetwhatyougive/id/3248564.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21346602 Mercy, Beatitudes, Scripture: Matthew 5:7-5:7, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#6 Sun, 03 Mar 2019 20:28:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we continue looking at the Beatitudes as part of a new message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." After looking at several beatitudes that seem confusing on first read, this one is more straightforward: "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled." Although straightforward, this beatitude is challenging. It invites us to think about what it is we "hunger and thirst" for. Thinking honestly about this can be really helpful, as long as we don't fall into the trap of beating ourselves up, or going to a place of shame. This weekend we continue looking at the Beatitudes as part of a new message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." After looking at several beatitudes that seem confusing on first read, this one is more straightforward: "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled." Although straightforward, this beatitude is challenging. It invites us to think about what it is we "hunger and thirst" for. Thinking honestly about this can be really helpful, as long as we don't fall into the trap of beating ourselves up, or going to a place of shame. This weekend we continue looking at the Beatitudes as part of a new message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." After looking at several beatitudes that seem confusing on first read, this one is more straightforward: "Blessed are those w… Mark Brouwer 2508 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21341591/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatdoyouhungerandthirstfordoe/id/3243969.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21341591 Thirst, hunger, Beatitudes, Scripture: Matthew 5:6-5:6, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#5 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:22:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This beatitude is something that seems to go against how our world works: "blessed are meek, for they will inherit the earth." As is the case with so many of the beatitudes, this announcement seems contrary to how things seem to work. It seems to us that the bold and strong and assertive inherit the earth ... not the meek. But then again, what does "meekness" really mean anyway? This beatitude is something that seems to go against how our world works: "blessed are meek, for they will inherit the earth." As is the case with so many of the beatitudes, this announcement seems contrary to how things seem to work. It seems to us that the bold and strong and assertive inherit the earth ... not the meek. But then again, what does "meekness" really mean anyway? This beatitude is something that seems to go against how our world works: "blessed are meek, for they will inherit the earth." As is the case with so many of the beatitudes, this announcement seems contrary to how things seem to work. It seems to us t… Mark Brouwer 1838 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21341588/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusteachingaboutmeeknessandwe/id/3243962.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21341588 Meek, Beatitudes, Scripture: Matthew 5:5-5:5, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#4 Sun, 17 Feb 2019 18:52:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This beatitude is counter-intuitive, and maybe even jarring: "blessed are those who mourn." We'll talk about how to understand Jesus' promise here, and what it means for our lives today. This beatitude is counter-intuitive, and maybe even jarring: "blessed are those who mourn." We'll talk about how to understand Jesus' promise here, and what it means for our lives today. This beatitude is counter-intuitive, and maybe even jarring: "blessed are those who mourn." We'll talk about how to understand Jesus' promise here, and what it means for our lives today.… Mark Brouwer 1934 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21332799/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_comfortthosewhomourn/id/3235556.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21332799 Comfort, mourn, Scripture: Matthew 5:4-5:4, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#3 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 17:19:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Mark Brouwer 1994 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21329707/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esussurprisingideasaboutwhoisb/id/3232600.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21329707 Blessed, poor in spirit, receive the kingdom of heaven, Scripture: Matthew 5:3-5:3, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#2 Sun, 03 Feb 2019 15:13:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer This weekend we will start a new message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." There is no shortage of people who are happy to offer us THEIR version of the "good life" ... but who's really qualified to tell us what the good life really is? As Christians, we don't often think of our faith in this way. Why follow the teachings of Jesus? Could it be that contained in them is a life not simply of purity and holiness ... but also well-being? This weekend we will start a new message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." There is no shortage of people who are happy to offer us THEIR version of the "good life" ... but who's really qualified to tell us what the good life really is? As Christians, we don't often think of our faith in this way. Why follow the teachings of Jesus? Could it be that contained in them is a life not simply of purity and holiness ... but also well-being? This weekend we will start a new message series, called "The Good Life According to Jesus." There is no shortage of people who are happy to offer us THEIR version of the "good life" ... but who's really qualified to tell us what the good life really is… Mark Brouwer 2251 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21324883/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whoisworthlisteningtoonthisque/id/3228021.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21324883 Jesus, smart, good life, Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:2, Series: S on the M: The Good Life - according to Jes Part#1 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 18:44:00 +0000 Mark Brouwer Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Mark Brouwer 1973 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21320621/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetaskofthespiritualleader/id/3223918.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21320621 Spiritual leader, apostles, teachers, shepherds, Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-4:16 Sun, 20 Jan 2019 17:36:00 +0000 Les Kuiper A song of hope rooted in the worst of times gives a clear focus for deeply meaningful ministry. A song of hope rooted in the worst of times gives a clear focus for deeply meaningful ministry. A song of hope rooted in the worst of times gives a clear focus for deeply meaningful ministry.… Les Kuiper 1437 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21316398/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_asongofhope/id/3219895.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21316398 Hope, Scripture: Lamentations 3:19-3:27 Sun, 13 Jan 2019 19:42:00 +0000 Les Kuiper Following our own desires and thoughts leaves us without God and without hope. In contrast, God's Word is life and hope. Following our own desires and thoughts leaves us without God and without hope. In contrast, God's Word is life and hope. Following our own desires and thoughts leaves us without God and without hope. In contrast, God's Word is life and hope.… Les Kuiper 1685 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21313537/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_shapedbygod/id/3217222.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21313537 Ten Commandments, Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20:21, Series: A Transforming Journey Part#8 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 19:46:00 +0000 Les Kuiper The God who frees us from bondage is able to provide for our every need. His Word is our source of life. The God who frees us from bondage is able to provide for our every need. His Word is our source of life. The God who frees us from bondage is able to provide for our every need. His Word is our source of life.… Les Kuiper 1836 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21313540/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fedbygod/id/3217223.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21313540 Bible, manna, wilderness, complaining, Scripture: Exodus 1:22-16:5, Series: A Transforming Journey Part#7 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 17:00:00 +0000 Les Kuiper During the Christmas season we become tired. Following Gods lead, wise-men came with joy, knelt down, gave gifts and moved on. During the Christmas season we become tired. Following Gods lead, wise-men came with joy, knelt down, gave gifts and moved on. During the Christmas season we become tired. Following Gods lead, wise-men came with joy, knelt down, gave gifts and moved on.… Les Kuiper 1508 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21303973/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewisemen/id/3207989.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21303973 Wisemen, Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2:12, Series: People of Christmas Part#4 Sun, 23 Dec 2018 20:33:00 +0000 Rob Braun Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Rob Braun 1252 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21300909/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thelordismyshepherd/id/3205056.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21300909 Shepherds, stars, Good Shepherd, Scripture: Luke 2:1-2:20, Series: People of Christmas Part#3 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 20:05:00 +0000 Les Kuiper Though Jesus was supernaturally conceived, the Bible sees Him as part of a family...with a responsible and loving father. Though Jesus was supernaturally conceived, the Bible sees Him as part of a family...with a responsible and loving father. Though Jesus was supernaturally conceived, the Bible sees Him as part of a family...with a responsible and loving father.… Les Kuiper 1382 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21296799/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_oseph/id/3201148.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21296799 Joseph, Jesus, Mary, Scripture: Luke 2:16-2:16, Matthew 1:18-1:25, Series: People of Christmas Part#2 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 20:26:00 +0000 Chris Alle Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Chris Alle 1925 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21293032/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_noothergospel/id/3197550.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21293032 Gospel, Galatia, , Scripture: Galatians 1:1-1:10 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 17:57:00 +0000 Les Kuiper God shows His "favor" by giving people a kingdom assignment and the anointing of the Holy Spirit to go with it. God shows His "favor" by giving people a kingdom assignment and the anointing of the Holy Spirit to go with it. God shows His "favor" by giving people a kingdom assignment and the anointing of the Holy Spirit to go with it.… Les Kuiper 1366 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21289853/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mary/id/3194509.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21289853 Mary, Elizabeth, angel, Scripture: Luke 1:26-1:38, Series: People of Christmas Part#1 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 18:51:00 +0000 Les Kuiper Especially when we are on a journey through unfamiliar land it is comforting to have a guide. God guides us through life. Especially when we are on a journey through unfamiliar land it is comforting to have a guide. God guides us through life. Especially when we are on a journey through unfamiliar land it is comforting to have a guide. God guides us through life.… Les Kuiper 1971 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21285760/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ledbygod/id/3190572.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21285760 Journey, Israelites, Egypt, Scripture: Exodus 13:17-14:4, Series: A Transforming Journey Part#6 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 20:01:00 +0000 Les Kuiper It was a night of terrible judgment and a night of awesome liberation. The Lord gives freedom from sin and slavery in His way. It was a night of terrible judgment and a night of awesome liberation. The Lord gives freedom from sin and slavery in His way. It was a night of terrible judgment and a night of awesome liberation. The Lord gives freedom from sin and slavery in His way.… Les Kuiper 2110 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21281173/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wheniseeblood/id/3186208.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21281173 Blood, door posts, lamb, Scripture: Exodus 12:1-12:13, Series: A Transforming Journey Part#5 Sun, 11 Nov 2018 17:47:00 +0000 Les Kuiper The plagues were visible demonstrations of the battle between the God of Israel and the powerless gods around them. The plagues were visible demonstrations of the battle between the God of Israel and the powerless gods around them. The plagues were visible demonstrations of the battle between the God of Israel and the powerless gods around them.… Les Kuiper 1910 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21276822/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_bythisyouwillknow/id/3182042.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21276822 Plagues, blood, water, Scripture: Exodus 7:14-7:24, Series: A Transforming Journey Part#4 Sun, 04 Nov 2018 18:56:00 +0000 Rob Braun Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Rob Braun 1958 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21272446/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatisyourzion/id/3177976.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21272446 Zion, heaven, Scripture: Isaiah 40:9-40:9, Isaiah 50:11-50:11 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 17:29:00 +0000 Les Kuiper Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Les Kuiper 1931 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21268992/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onholyground/id/3174895.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21268992 Moses, holy ground, God, Scripture: Exodus 3:1-3:22, Series: A Transforming Journey Part#3 Sun, 07 Oct 2018 17:46:00 +0000 Les Kuiper Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Les Kuiper 2054 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21255505/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepowersthatbe/id/3162196.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21255505 Powers, , Scripture: Exodus 1:1-1:22, Series: A Transforming Journey Part#1 Sun, 02 Sep 2018 19:36:00 +0000 Marlin Breems Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Marlin Breems 2192 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21233695/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_agentsofreconciliation/id/3142172.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21233695 Reconciliation, Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-5:21 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 16:42:00 +0000 Bill Vis Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN) Bethel Church (Princeton, MN)… Bill Vis 1184 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21221891/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_unfairgrace/id/3131001.mp3 http://friendcal.sermon.net/21221891 Grace, forgiveness, vineyard, Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20:16