Gilbert’s bestseller “Eat, Pray, Love” has resonated with the hearts of women all over the United States who desire more from their lives than being stuck in an unsatisfying marriage.  Because Jesus values the marriage bond, He speaks to Gilbert (and to us) about properly searching for physical, spiritual and emotional satisfaction.

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As we look at Jesus’ potential conversations with today’s newsmakers, we can’t help but wonder what Jesus would say about the recent  proposal to build an Islamic mosque near the site of the twin towers.  For many, this is an emotionally charged debate in which extremists from both sides are looking to prove a point.  Jesus, however, always looked to the deeper matters of the heart and seldom talked about politics.  His words from Luke 20:19ff provide the backdrop for today.

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As we read the scriptures, how often are we really asking what Jesus is trying to say to each one of us . . . and when we do, are we ready for the response?  Too often we approach the Bible with a desire to confirm our pre-existing notions and ideas.  As we listen in on what Jesus may have to say to Bernie Madoff, let us consider what lessons Jesus would have us learn from Him as well.

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If Jesus was a guest this morning on Meet the Press and He were asked about Westboro Baptist, the church that is using aggressive, offensive methods to resist evil people; what would He say to them? Today we’re going to explore history of Jesus’ time to look for other resistant groups. Then we’ll look at Matthew to see what Jesus said to those honestly trying to resist evil people. Obviously the methods of Westboro are extreme and hurtful to the cause of the Gospel, but what does Jesus say to people trying to resist the evil around them? His words may surprise you.

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The second in our series of conversations is what Jesus might say to Richard Dawkins, an outspoken atheist. Dawkins wrote the book, “The God Delusion,” in which he denounces religious instruction as child abuse, and proclaims Yahweh one of the worst possible gods. Listen to what Jesus might say in order to better get to the heart matter with your own conversations of faith.

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Last week we discovered the grand problem lurking in the background of the book of Chronicles and how the readers of Chronicles were asking the same questions that we are asking of God today. This week we’ll look at something called the “Theology of Immediate Retribution” – how in the books of Chronicles the stories were centered around and hinged on crucial steps that people must take with God. We’ll be looking this week on how “seeking God” is a story-changing action in the book of Chronicles and we’ll be encouraged to seek God for ourselves today.

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The books of Chronicles give God’s answers to a people rebuilding their lives after severe destruction.  It offers a message of hope to those waiting to see if God will restore His promises after a time of punishment. By retelling the story of Kings, the Chronicler challenges God’s people to repentance and prayer and offers hope by pointing to God’s covenant faithfulness.  Some things have not changed. We are still in a time of exile – living as sojourners in a land not our own.  And God still rewards those who have faith. Today’s message challenges us to keep trusting in God’s promises.

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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 give sound advice and encouragement to those struggling with these issues.

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Our church family has been placed in South Huntington to be SALT and LIGHT to one another and to the world. As we spend time in worship, we should be led by the Spirit to commit to fellowship and service to this body, and the community will see and hear about Jesus. Today, we will be challenged to influence the world with John and Missy Camiola, and our own back yard as well!

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On Sunday, June 20th John and Melissa Camiola came to our morning services to share about their time in Africa serving on the mission field. Take some time to listen to their stories. You can also keep up with the Camiola’s by reading their blog http://camiolainnigeria.blogspot.com/

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