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God is Generous
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 5, 2012
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God is Trustworthy
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 29, 2012
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God Is Good
Chris Jackson - January 22, 2012
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What are You Seeking?
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 15, 2012
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The Faith of a Foreign Women
Pastor Glenn Harless - November 6, 2011
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October 9, 2011
Pastor Bruce Kotila - October 9, 2011
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Translations
Chris Jackson - October 2, 2011
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One Story: Salvation History
Lisa Zaloudek - September 25, 2011
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Inspiration and Inerrancy
Lisa Zaloudek - September 18, 2011
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How God Preserved His Revealed Word for His People
Chris Jackson - September 11, 2011
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The Story
Pastor Glenn Harless - September 11, 2011
The Story is an abridged version of the Bible that chronologically takes us through the great stories of the scriptures from Genesis to Revelation. Beginning September 11, we will begin a 31-week journey through God’s Story revealing His plan to destroy sin, death, the power of evil,  and to reconcile the world to Himself. This is a wonderful opportunity to discover how your story  fits within His Story. There are a number of ... More
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Your Prescription for Fear
Pastor David Witkop - September 4, 2011
Below are some verses (Prescriptions for Fear).   So don't be afraid.  You are worth much more than many sparrow. (Matthew 10:31) I tell you not to worry about everyday life-whether you have enough.  (Matthew 6:25) Take courage.  I am here! (Matthew 14:27) Do not fear, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom. (Luke 12:32) ... More
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Gods Revelation of Himself to His People
Chris Jackson - August 28, 2011
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Why Study the Bible?
Lisa Zaloudek - August 21, 2011
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From Stress to Rest in My Sex Life
Pastor Glenn Harless - August 7, 2011
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The Square
Pastor Glenn Harless - July 27, 2011
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Remembering and Interpreting
Pastor Bruce Kotila - July 17, 2011
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Fruitful Living The Semi Circle
Pastor Glenn Harless - July 13, 2011
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Kingdom Authority Power
Pastor Glenn Harless - July 6, 2011
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Covenant Indentity Obedience
Pastor Bruce Kotila - June 29, 2011
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What Would Jesus Say About Hell
Pastor Bruce Kotila - June 26, 2011
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Missional Communities and the Person of Peace
Pastor Glenn Harless - June 22, 2011
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Joseph Interprets Pharaohs Dreams
Pastor Bruce Kotila - June 19, 2011
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Continuous Breakthrough
Pastor Glenn Harless - June 15, 2011
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Workshop Week One
Pastor Bruce Kotila - June 12, 2011
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Working From Rest
Pastor Glenn Harless - May 31, 2011
Working from Rest How is your rhythm? No, I’m not talking about your ability to dance or move to music or to a drum beat. I’m referring to the rhythm of your life; the ebb and flow between your work and a Sabbath rest.  A few years ago I was challenged by some friends of mine in the 3DM movement to radically rethink my understanding and practice of Sabbath rest. I had always struggled to observe a Sabbath rest from my ... More
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The Hole In Our Gospel
Pastor David Witkop - April 29, 2011
  Greetings! I recently read The Hole in Our Gospel by World Vision CEO Richard Stearns, and I knew I had to share it with all of you. I hope you’ll join us for a six week study of one of the best books I’ve read in years! I’ve included a description of the book from Amazon and attached a copy of the Prologue. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call or send an email to ... More
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Biblical Meditation: A Foundation for Interpretation
Pastor Bruce Kotila - April 17, 2011
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Biblical Meditation: A Foundation for Interpretation
Pastor Bruce Kotila - April 17, 2011
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Basic Principals of Interpretation
Pastor Bruce Kotila - April 10, 2011
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Getting Started
Pastor Bruce Kotila - April 3, 2011
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Getting Started
Pastor Bruce Kotila - April 3, 2011
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Lent and Holy Week
Pastor Glenn Harless - March 18, 2011
      I hope that you are being blessed by our mid-week Lenten services with dramatic monologues from the perspective of biblical characters who in some way encountered Jesus. Our April mid-week and Holy Week worship schedule and themes are printed for you below.   ·         4/06 – 6:30 pm and 7:20 pm – Wednesday – ... More
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Loving Your Enemies
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 27, 2011
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Let Your Yes Be Yes, Yes
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 20, 2011
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Shall Not Commit Adultery
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 13, 2011
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Jesus' View of Anger
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 6, 2011
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The Law and the Prophets
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 30, 2011
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The Serving Community
Vicar Susan Westland - January 30, 2011
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Salt of the Earth Light of the World
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 16, 2011
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Blessed are the Persecuted
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 9, 2011
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Preaching Series on Community begins January 16
Pastor Glenn Harless - January 1, 2011
 On January 16th we will begin a new 8 week preaching series on the power and gift of Christian Community.  Having a sense of "belonging" to a group of friends or a community of people is wonderful, until you don't have it.  This series will explore biblical principles and stories which will encourage us in building more authentic relationships and communities within our church and with our neighbors and ... More
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Blessed are the Pure in Heart
Pastor Bruce Kotila - December 19, 2010
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On the Road Again
Vicar Susan Westland - December 12, 2010
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Prayer and the Gift of Gods Faith
Pastor Bruce Kotila - December 12, 2010
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What is The Good Life?
Pastor Bruce Kotila - November 21, 2010
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Chapter 3
Pastor Bruce Kotila - November 14, 2010
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Reflections on Psalm 23
Pastor David Witkop - November 10, 2010
    I hope you have had a chance to reflect this week on the Psalm 23 passage we studied in worship. I am so glad we have a shepherd who is leading us to green pastures and still waters. I often times settle for hunger and thirst, but thanks be to God, the Good Shepherd keeps taking care of me. Read the following excerpt below from, “A Shepherds Look at Psalm 23,” by Philip Keller. “Most people ... More
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Lectio Divina The Beattitudes
Pastor Bruce Kotila - November 7, 2010
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Blessed Are The Meek
Pastor Bruce Kotila - October 31, 2010
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Blessed Are Those Who Mourn
Pastor Bruce Kotila - October 24, 2010
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Lectio Divina A Divine Reading of John 15:1-17
Pastor Bruce Kotila - October 17, 2010
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Eternal Life Now part 2
Pastor Bruce Kotila - October 10, 2010
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Eternal Life Now
Pastor Bruce Kotila - October 3, 2010
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Blessed are the Poor in Spirit
Pastor Bruce Kotila - September 26, 2010
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Understanding the Kingdom of God
Pastor Bruce Kotila - September 19, 2010
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Introduction The Sermon on the Mount
Pastor Bruce Kotila - September 12, 2010
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Living a Missional Life
Pastor David Witkop - August 27, 2010
        Living A Missional Life! It was great to hear all of your stories from our summer of ministry. We are going to try and create some space for you to continue sharing stories of what it means to live missionally all year around. God has a purpose for our lives in every season as we seek to live in His will. One family related to me what they do at the beginning of each school year. Each year ... More
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God Meant It for Good
Pastor Bruce Kotila - August 8, 2010
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Reassurance of the Covenant
Pastor Bruce Kotila - August 1, 2010
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The Tension of Divine Sovereignty and Human Free Will
Pastor Bruce Kotila - July 25, 2010
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Guilt Forgiveness and God's Sovereignty
Pastor Bruce Kotila - June 6, 2010
      Walking in the Covenant, Building the Kingdom Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church Pastor Bruce L Kotila June 6, 2010 Joseph and the Dream Giver Genesis 42-43             Guilt, Forgiveness and God’s Sovereignty Outline Genesis 42:1-5            Joseph’s brothers come to buy food Genesis ... More
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On Summer Sabbatical with You!
Pastor David Witkop - June 4, 2010
      While Pastor Glenn is on sabbatical, let us be in prayer for him and Suzanne as they are refreshed, refueled, and re-created by God’s grace over the summer months. What if we all were committed to a time of sabbatical this summer? “That would be great,” you say, “but very impractical.” Not so fast. Let’s explore for a moment. First, let’s define ... More
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Joseph Moves On
Pastor Bruce Kotila - May 23, 2010
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Joseph's Character Training
Pastor Bruce Kotila - May 16, 2010
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The X Factor in Great Marriages
Pastor Glenn Harless - April 18, 2010
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The X Factor in Great Marriages
Pastor Glenn Harless - April 18, 2010
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The X Factor - In Great Relationships
Pastor David Witkop - April 9, 2010
  At Thanksgiving! we are embarking on a 7 week journey entitled: “The X-Factor in Great Relationships.” We are taking a look at our friendships, marriages, families, and communities to determine just what it is that set some relationships apart from the rest. In a book that came out a few years ago called, Rich Dad—Poor Dad, it stated more or less, that families who have been historically wealthy ... More
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Easter Morning Service
Pastor Glenn Harless - April 4, 2010
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Humility and Exaltation
Pastor Bruce Kotila - March 14, 2010
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Introduction
Pastor Bruce Kotila - March 14, 2010
            The Apostle’s Creed: Its Meaning and Significance for Today- As a boy I (Pastor Bruce) was required to memorize the Apostle’s Creed and Martin Luther’s explanations for each of the 3 articles pertaining to the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  The process began in Sunday school and was finalized during my time of confirmation instruction in the junior high ... More
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Victory Over Temptation
Pastor Bruce Kotila - March 7, 2010
    Walking in the Covenant, Building the Kingdom Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church Pastor Bruce L Kotila February 28, 2010 Joseph and the Dream Giver Genesis 39       Prosperity in the Midst of Adversity Outline Genesis 39:1-6a           Joseph prospers under Potiphar Genesis 39:6b-18         Joseph suffers for ... More
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Temptation & Betrayal
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 28, 2010
Walking in the Covenant, Building the Kingdom Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church Pastor Bruce L Kotila February 28, 2010 Joseph and the Dream Giver Genesis 39       Prosperity in the Midst of Adversity Outline Genesis 39:1-6a           Joseph prospers under Potiphar Genesis 39:6b-18         Joseph suffers for ... More
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Prosperity in Adversity
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 21, 2010
      Walking in the Covenant, Building the Kingdom Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church Pastor Bruce L Kotila February 21, 2010 Joseph and the Dream Giver Genesis 39       Prosperity in the Midst of Adversity Outline Genesis 39:1-6a           Joseph prospers under Potiphar Genesis 39:6b-18         Joseph ... More
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Is it a Diet Plan or a Journey to the Cross?
Pastor David Witkop - February 17, 2010
  Each year during the time of Lent, we are often challenged to give something up or add something to our lives.  The idea behind this is that our Lord sacrificed for our benefit by his excruciating death on the cross.  We are then called to take away or add something to our lives so that when we would normally partake of this food or activity, or add the activity to our lives, it will cause us to reflect on our Lord’s ... More
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Betrayal, Fear and Leaving Your Comfort Zone
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 14, 2010
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The Brothers Plot
Pastor Bruce Kotila - February 7, 2010
        Walking in the Covenant, Building the Kingdom Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church Pastor Bruce L Kotila February 7, 2010 Joseph and the Dream Giver   Genesis 37:18-36 Outline Verses 18-28, Joseph sold into slavery Verses 29-35, Jacob deceived by his sons Verse 29, Joseph sold to Potiphar, Pharaoh’s captain of the bodyguard Key Verse “Now then, come and let us kill him and throw him into one of ... More
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Joseph - January 31st Class
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 31, 2010
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Dreams, Calls, Understanding Your Shape
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 24, 2010
      Walking in the Covenant, Building the Kingdom Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church Pastor Bruce L Kotila January 17, 2010 Joseph and the Dream Giver   Genesis 37:1-17 Outline Verses 1-2a, the generations of Jacob Verses 2b-4, Joseph’s relationship with his brothers Verses 5-11, Joseph’s dreams Verses 12-17, Jacob sends Joseph to find his brothers Key Verse “What is this dream you have had? Shall ... More
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Joseph's Dreams
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 17, 2010
      Walking in the Covenant, Building the Kingdom Thanksgiving! Lutheran Church Pastor Bruce L Kotila January 17, 2010 Joseph and the Dream Giver   Genesis 37:1-17 Outline Verses 1-2a, the generations of Jacob Verses 2b-4, Joseph’s relationship with his brothers Verses 5-11, Joseph’s dreams Verses 12-17, Jacob sends Joseph to find his brothers Key Verse “What is this dream you have had? Shall ... More
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Introduction
Pastor Bruce Kotila - January 10, 2010
     ABC Bible Study   Pastor Ralph Tjelta This ABC Bible Study is meant to be an aid in Bible study. It is designed to be helpful in Bible study whether you have 15 minutes to study or 5 hours to study. You might wonder, how do I begin? The answer is quite simple. If your time is limited, do instruction 1 under each alphabetical heading. If you have more time to study, do numbers 1 and 2 under each heading. If you ... More
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If I Had Known
Pastor Bruce Kotila - November 10, 2009
During the late summer and early fall months of 2005, we were bombarded with news reports about the hurricanes that brought massive destruction, and considerable human suffering to several states along the Gulf of Mexico. Katrina caused the most damage and the greatest loss of life, and therefore commanded considerable media attention. Then there was Rita, and then Wilma. Each was unique and significant on its own but I was struck ... More
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Mission Moment
Pastor David Witkop - November 9, 2009
Mission. What is our mission statement by the way?  Our mission is to reach out and gather people into the family of God, equipping them to be disciples of Jesus Christ in our community, nation, and world. Interesting Mission Stewardship Facts:  Thanksgiving will give over $250,000 dollars outside the walls of the church to our partner ministries this year alone. $150,000 to the Lutheran World Hunger Appeal, Lutheran ... More
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