TRIUMPH OVER TRIALS
The Apostles exhort us to “count it all joy” when we face adversity. But how can we be triumphant over trials (“count it all joy”) when we are going through them?
Enduring the Place of Adversity (cccsterling.org)
ONE THING
While we are worried and upset about a great many details of life, Jesus taught that there is only one thing worth being concerned about: learning the Word of God. The Scriptures reveal God’s will to us, they guide us and help us in times of uncertainty or trouble.
The One Thing That’s Essential (cccsterling.org)
COMPASSION
God offers salvation when we deserve judgment. And just as He reached out with compassion, we, too, are to reach out with compassion for the lost. (This message also addresses in a compassionate way why there is only one way (through Jesus) to be saved.)
Compassion For Others | 30: Part Six (cccsterling.org)
BEWARE: BE AWARE
The importance of knowing the Word of God so we can discern what is true and what is false. (Audio only)
Beware: Be Aware (cccsterling.org)
SLAYING THE GIANT OF PRIDE
Understanding the difference between being “proud of” and “prideful.”
Slaying the Giant of Pride (cccsterling.org)
TRUE OR FALSE: GOD HELPS THOSE WHO HELP THEMSELVES
When we look at the scriptures and consider the nature of God, we realize that this statement isn’t true at all. God’s desire is for us to turn to HIm first! He is always faithful to help us.
True or False: God Helps Those Who Help Themselves (cccsterling.org)
THE HAND OF GOD
Remembering how the Hand of God has been with us, give us the confidence to know He is working in our lives today.
God Is Working In Your Life Now (cccsterling.org)
SERMON ON THE MOUNT: “Storing Up Treasures In Heaven”
What does the Bible tell us about heaven and what did Jesus say about storing up treasures in heaven by what we do today?
https://cccsterling.org/media/storing-your-treasures-in-heaven
EMBRACE HIS CALL: “MORE LIKE JESUS”
I had the privilege of speaking at Community Christian Church on this important message for all Christians-the expectation of God the Father that we become more like Jesus. The world today NEEDS us to reflect the character of Christ in all we do and say. Please take a moment and be challenged by this word.
“THE AMAZING RACE” SERIES
In Hebrew 12, we are encouraged to “run with endurance the race that God has marked out for us.” Indeed, God has an amazing race for each of us to run, but it is a race that requires perseverance, and that is the focus of the four lesson in this series – learning to run strong!
Lesson 1: “What’s The Plan?”
Lesson 2: “Dealing with Doubt”
Lesson 3: “When We Stumble”
Lesson 4: “Pressing On”
A MOTHER’S DAY MESSAGE: “GET OUT OF THE KITCHEN”
Sometimes the busyness of life gets in the way and we fail to choose what Jesus called “the essential thing.” This message looks at the choice of two Marys and how they chose the essential thing – to draw near to Jesus and learn lessons from His heart.
Hi Joy and Joe,
Its been a long time since we talked you really taught me a lot in your catechism class.
Me and Kathy really enjoyed it and will always remember what we learned. We attend an awesome church in Lake Wales Florida with pastor Jack Hilligoss. He reminds of brother Jim Beall. Our family is doing great and just wanted to say hello and thank you for all you did for us. Let us know how you are doing.