LRPC Sermon Archives

Grace Comes First - Journey of Redemption - Week 7

As a church we want our culture to one that welcomes the stranger and those who are broken and disconnected and far from God.
When we start from a mindset that Grace comes first, it can be a game changer...for us as followers and for those we are wanting to share the hope of Jesus.
Each of us need to know, deeply from God and from each other that we matter.  Our sense of identity and approval as sons and daughters of God is foundational to walking the Christian life.  
In Matthew 5 we learn of what we call the Beatitudes...8 words and phrases that are preceded with the words "blessed".  As we unpack these concepts, each are words that can offer life.  Jesus offered these simple concepts as path markers for how we find the life He offers as we walk the journey of redemption.

Grace Comes First - Redemption - Week 6

As a church we want our culture to one that welcomes the stranger and those who are broken and disconnected and far from God.
When we start from a mindset that Grace comes first, it can be a game changer...for us as followers and for those we are wanting to share the hope of Jesus.
Each of us need to know, deeply from God and from each other that we matter.  Our sense of identity and approval as sons and daughters of God is foundational to walking the Christian life.  
This week, we are honored to have Dr. Joseph Bocka, MD, medical director at Five Points Primary Care.  Dr. Bocka presented a helpful overview of the opiate crisis in Richland County  He also gave some practical advice on how Christians can respond.  Learn more 
http://opiateaddictionrichlandcounty.com
 
 

Grace Comes First - Approval - Week 4

When we more fully understand the gracious heart of God it will stir our hearts as His people to invite others into the Story.
Churches often spend a lot of time talking about their mission, vision, and values, all of which are extremely important, but one thing that churches often overlook is their culture.
As a church we want our culture to one that welcomes the stranger and those who are broken and disconnected and far from God.
When we start from a mindset that Grace comes first, it can be a game changer...for us as followers and for those we are wanting to share the hope of Jesus.
Each of us need to know, deeply from God and from each other that we matter.  Our sense of identity and approval as sons and daughters of God is foundational to walking the Christian life.  
This week, we will see just how Jesus’ identity as a loved son shaped how He saw those around him, and propelled Him into a ministry that changes the world still.  

Grace Comes First - Showing Up - Week 3

When we more fully understand the gracious heart of God it will stir our hearts as His people to invite others into the Story.
Churches often spend a lot of time talking about their mission, vision, and values, all of which are extremely important, but one thing that churches often overlook is their culture.
As a church we want our culture to one that welcomes the stranger and those who are broken and disconnected and far from God.
When we start from a mindset that Grace comes first, it can be a game changer...for us as followers and for those we are wanting to share the hope of Jesus.
This week we hear from Phil Holloway.  Phil is a FEMA Response Volunteer.  We will hear how, when we show up to meet people in need we can change how people push through life's difficulties.  

Grace Comes First - Evangelism - Week 2

When we more fully understand the gracious heart of God it will stir our hearts as His people to invite others into the Story.
Churches often spend a lot of time talking about their mission, vision, and values, all of which are extremely important, but one thing that churches often overlook is their culture.
As a church we want our culture to one that welcomes the stranger and those who are broken and disconnected and far from God.
When we start from a mindset that Grace comes first, it can be a game changer...for us as followers and for those we are wanting to share the hope of Jesus.
What lengths are you willing to go to share the Gospel message?  This week we'll look at the story about the 4 friends who literally tore off the roof to help their friend find wholeness.  

Grace Comes First - What's our Culture? - Week 1

When we more fully understand the gracious heart of God it will stir our hearts as His people to invite others into the Story.
Churches often spend a lot of time talking about their mission, vision, and values, all of which are extremely important, but one thing that churches often overlook is their culture. 
As a church we want our culture to one that welcomes the stranger and those who are broken and disconnected and far from God.
When we start from a mindset that Grace comes first, it can be a game changer...for us as followers and for those we are wanting to share the hope of Jesus. 
Join us this in this first installment as we look at how hospitality works in the Kingdom.  

How's Your Heart - Pat Brook

February is Heart Awareness Month.  Mrs. Pat Brook, a retired Registered Nurse shared some thoughts about the relationship between our physical and spiritual hearts.  

One Step into Eternity - Glory - Week 3

We’ve had a lot of folks lately ask questions about what happens when you leave earth and step into eternity.  
This message series will take a look a some of those questions:
What is life after death?
Is there a heaven?
What is Hell?
This week we wrap up the series and look at the Glory! What we know about Heaven...and we're reminded that we have nothing to fear and yet there is an urgency to our work.
With confidence, together, we'll look at what God says and see the Hope that those that know Jesus can stand upon.