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  • Breaking Down Barriers Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 3, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,474 views

    The Spirit descends upon Gentile believers before Peter is ale to finish her sermon. When Peter shares what happened with the church leaders they realize that the kingdom of God is open to more people than they had first imagined.

    INTRODUCTION In the Book of Acts, the Holy Spirit moves in a mighty, miraculous way. On the day of Pentecost, which is the birth of the Christian church, over 3,000 people responded to the gospel of Jesus Christ and became Christians. A man who had been lame from birth was healed and began to ...read more

  • Carrying On The Ministry Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,063 views

    Peter brings a woman back to life in a manner that is reminiscent of Jesus' healing ministry. The followers of Jesus are called to continue Jesus' ministry--to heal and proclaim the good news of salvation.

    Acts 9:36-43 “Carrying On the Ministry” INTRODUCTION It is interesting to observe children (and some adults) at Christmas time when presents are opened. Even in this depressed economy, our gift giving in abundant. Children have the pleasure of opening several gifts—great ...read more

  • From Death To Life Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,689 views

    Paul persecuted Christians of the early church with a ferocious intensity. That is until he encountered Jesus. Meeting Jesus turned Paul's life around. He, who was dead, experienced new life.

    Acts 9:1-6 “From Death to Life” INTRODUCTION Almost all of us have experienced a life changing event in our lives. The people who worked at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (but missed being at work that morning) share that their lives have been changed. For many of ...read more

  • Unable To Be Silenced Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,423 views

    The disciples were bold in their witness to what Jesus Christ had done. Attempts by the authorities to silence them failed. God had called them to be his witnesses and they could not keep silent.

    Acts 5:27-32 “Unable to be Silenced” INTRODUCTION There are times that the courage of others amazes us. Recently I viewed the movie, “The Hurt Locker.” It is a story about the war in Iraq. I was amazed and humbled by the courage of the soldiers who were portrayed in ...read more

  • The Message Of The Empty Tomb Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,754 views

    The women who followed Jesus discovered that the tomb was empty. Peter and the beloved disciples confirmed their discovery. For the rest of their lives, these people discovered how the empty tomb opened up God's kingdom to them.

    John 20:1-18 “The Message of the Empty Tomb” INTRODUCTION Occasionally a Good Friday situation slips into our lives. These are situations that appear to be hopeless and beyond God’s power—times when we wonder if there will ever be life after death. For some Good ...read more

  • The Power Of Love Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,663 views

    The power of the world and the exercise of force could not defeat Jesus, the Son of God. He is raised by the power of God's love--a love that transforms both the followers of Jesus and the world.

    Luke 24:1-12 “The Power of Love” INTRODUCTION The greatest story of love is the story of Jesus the Christ. His incarnation, crucifixion and resurrection profoundly demonstrate God’s love for all humankind. This love is transformational—life altering. Once we are ...read more

  • Palm Sunday - Two Parades Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,822 views

    Jesus' entry into Jerusalem while seated on a donkey demonstrates that he is not the Messiah that the people expect. Jesus is a Messiah who comes in love and rules by love.

    Mark 11:1-11 “Palm Sunday—Two Parades” INTRODUCTION We are back to where we started—at the beginning of the final week of Jesus’ life on earth. We have watched and listened as the conflict between Jesus and the Jewish religious leaders escalated. We have ...read more

  • Friday - Following Revolutionaries Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 23, 2010
     | 4,133 views

    Two revolutionaries stand before the people--Jesus and Barabbas. Barabbas represents a revolution by violence and power, and Jesus a revolution of love. The crowd chooses Barabbas

    Mark 15:1-20 “Friday—Following Revolutionaries” INTRODUCTION As a student of history and of people, I have often wondered why some people are attracted to groups and activities that are abhorrent to others. For example, why did the people of Germany elect Adolf Hitler to ...read more

  • Wednesday - Loyalty And Betrayal Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 15, 2010
     | 5,416 views

    Judas’ betrayal is contrasted with the loyalty of an unnamed woman. The woman was extravagant in her loyalty and foolish in her love. She wasted her resources in her love for Jesus. Judas on the other hand betrays Jesus for money. By our selfishness we be

    Mark 14:1-11 “Wednesday—Loyalty and Betrayal” INTRODUCTION There is perhaps no lonelier moment for a person than when a person (or persons) whom he loves fails to understand him or betrays him. It is devastating. We catch a glimpse of this devastation in Jesus’ life ...read more

  • Tuesday--The God Fo The Living Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 11, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,593 views

    For Jesus, the kingdom of God is not primarily about the dead, but about the living, not primarily about life after death, but about life in this world.

    Mark 12:18-27 “Tuesday—God of the Living” INTRODUCTION For the past couple of weeks, the world has been enjoying the competition of the Winter Olympics. There have been some close competitions. A few major upsets, like the United States hockey team defeating Canada have ...read more

  • Entangled With Greed Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,515 views

    Jesus speaks against those whose greed causes them to exploit the land and the people to their advantage and for their profit. We are called to be stewards and manage the "vineyards" that we have been given. They are not ours, they are God's.

    Mark 12:1-12 “Entangled With Greed” INTRODUCTION We continue our journey with Jesus through Holy Week—the last week of his life on earth. Last Sunday we walked with him on Monday, which is the day after his triumphal entry into Jerusalem. On Monday Jesus passed by a fig ...read more

  • Justice Versus Injustice Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 16, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,896 views

    Jesus curses both the fig tree and teh temple for their fruitlessness. Rather than standing for justice and assisting the poor, the temple has sided with Roman Imperialism and in doing so has promoted injustice.

    Mark 11:12-21 “Justice versus Injustice” INTRODUCTION What do you do if you do not reach a goal for which you were striving? Do you give up, try again, make a different goal, or do something else? What do you do if your children fail to live up to your expectations—your ...read more

  • Fear Of God Getting Out Of My Box Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 16, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,112 views

    Jesus is more than a great man. It is important for us to know the transfigured Christ--to see God in his glory and to respect (fear) him.

    Matthew 17:1-8 “Fear of God Getting Out of My Box” INTRODUCTION Times have changed. When I was growing up, my parents and I would arrive ten or fifteen minutes before the worship service—when we went to church. We didn’t arrive early so we could secure our favorite ...read more

  • Fear Of Life's Final Moments Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,207 views

    We do not need to fear death. Jesus' resurrection is real.

    John 14:1-6 “Fear of Life’s Final Moments” INTRODUCTION One of the pieces of creation that convinces me there is a God is our bodies. We’re built like a Timex watch—you know, “Takes a beating but keeps on ticking.” As a member of the National Ski ...read more

  • Why Do We Fear Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 4, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,567 views

    With Jesus in our boat, we have no need to fear. God’s presence and power in our lives stills our storms and calms our fears.

    Matthew 8:23-27 “Why Do We Fear?” INTRODUCTION You probably know this already, but our crystal balls don’t work very well. A year ago who would have thought that we wouldn’t feel any more secure flying than we did in the days after 9/11? Who would have foreseen that we’d be pouring troops ...read more

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