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We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Reproductive Options Psalm 127

The 20th century brought great strides in our understanding of human reproduction and genetic research. With those advances, there has come a great responsibility for Christians to separate that which we are able to do from that which we ought to do. In this topic loaded with emotion, may we be a people prepared to [...]

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Poverty and Healthcare Reform

The healthcare debate and the related discussions on welfare and poverty have been just as polarizing in the church as in the political sphere. As followers of Jesus, we need to embrace the priorities of Him, rather than a brand of American Christianity. Pastor Arters will be teaching on what is on God’s heart, and [...]

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We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Warfare

In “Kansas” the dividing lines of conflict were clear-cut, black and white. Today’s military conflicts are far more complicated, even as we get “better” at the art of warfare. Today’s look into the scriptures, in 2 Samuel 19 is a reminder of the grief of warfare, and the posture we should have toward those who [...]

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We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Hypocrisy

As Christians seek to make an impact in the world around them for Christ, some emphasize the work of the gospel to redeem individuals, while others work on the social implications of the gospel for all people. Today’s message investigates this need for balance, and the value of the believer as salt and light in [...]

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“We’re Not in Kansas Anymore” Is there Racism on Sunday Morning?

Our worship today reminds us of the reconciliation we have received from the Lord to himself through the work of Jesus. In our struggle against ungodliness in the culture around us, we must remember that it is our job to be ministers of reconciliation. Receive from the Lord today, and then go forth as a [...]

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We’re Not in Kansas Anymore

Under the Lordship of Christ, believers will often encounter conflicts with the values of the culture around them. Deciding how to work with, or against these values requires wisdom from the Lord. In Pastor Arters’ new series “We’re not in Kansas Anymore” we will look at the nation of Israel under its kings in contrast [...]

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