Search Results for: unity

Posted: 29 Jul, 2018 | Author: Mike Kimball

We all have our own beliefs about God, and those beliefs don’t line up exactly with everyone (or maybe anyone) else. How do we view doctrine such that our beliefs about God unite us instead of tear us apart? Download PowerPoint Images

Posted: 01 Oct, 2017 | Author: Steve Nelson

We may not normally see things this way, but God clearly communicates that there are two types of people in the world. One group of people is cursed. The other is blessed. The great news is that God doesn’t want people to be in the cursed group. He wants us all to be in the […]

Posted: 27 Aug, 2017 | Author: Dove Cranson

Dove shares about how he has felt a tendency in his own life to isolate himself or become isolated from others.  Yet, the hope of Christ is that his family (his church) will relentlessly fight these tendencies and pursue unity.  We each have a role in building up the family of God and staying united […]

Posted: 19 Feb, 2017 | Author: Dove Cranson

Dove shares about the opportunity to develop an ongoing, growing relationship with the living God.  He unpacks Jesus’ call in the beginning of Matthew chapter 6, to pray, give, and fast in secret—not for the approval of others but for God only.  When done with a desire to discover the heart of God, not just […]

Posted: 04 Dec, 2016 | Author: Dove Cranson

What comes to mind when you think of authority and the submission to authority?  Our own experience and cultural context have inevitably shaped that view.  We probably all know examples of the abuse of authority and realize the potential to be taken advantage of.  As we look deeper, we see that a loving authority is […]

Posted: 20 Nov, 2016 | Author: Dove Cranson

As we continue to look at the Higher Calling we have in Jesus, we see the example of Paul to work with extreme effort to bring the good news of Jesus to others, breaking down barriers and enduring difficulties in the process.  What is the source of his dedication and sacrifice?  Is he trying to […]

Posted: 08 May, 2016 | Author: Dove Cranson

In this message, Dove talks about coming together as a church—not only as the local church, but as a community of followers of Christ within this city, country, and world. We were made to thrive in unity and togetherness. “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when […]

Posted: 01 May, 2016 | Author: Steve Nelson

In this message, Steve talks about how being involved in the church is a strategic part of our mission to advance God’s Kingdom. Church was never intended to be an event, but the church is Christ’s body, in a brotherhood expressed practically in deep and meaningful local relationships, and on mission like a spiritual army. Serving in […]

Posted: 06 Mar, 2016 | Author: John Houser

In this message, John Houser talks about the importance of working through offense and conflict within the church. God wants the church to be united, and in order to do that we must be prepared to deal with the internal conflicts that will arise over time. “I have given them the glory that you gave […]

Posted: 21 Nov, 2015 | Author: Steve Nelson

Our human plan for reaching the world is not working. However, God has a plan to reach the world, and we know that it does work. However, in order for it to work well, we have to be doing things God way. In this message, Steve takes a look at God’s way of reaching the world—through the […]

Posted: 03 Oct, 2015 | Author: Josh Triggs

Josh Triggs shares his testimony with us. Valuable insight regarding community and serving!   Download

Posted: 25 Jul, 2015 | Author: Steve Nelson

God calls the church to unity—an unconditional, tightly-bound unity. So what do we do when we meet people who we don’t naturally get along with? How does God call his saints to respond when faced with a difficult relationship? “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” […]

Posted: 28 Dec, 2014 | Author: John Houser

“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’” 2 Corinthians 12:9   Download

Posted: 11 Aug, 2019 | Author: Dove Cranson

We have a faithful God who is always trustworthy! May we grow to trust Him more and more.

Posted: 17 Nov, 2019 | Author: Dove Cranson

Just as God offers us forgiveness through Christ, we too can find God’s strength to forgive others. 

Posted: 04 Oct, 2020 | Author: Dove Cranson

This dark and decaying world needs you, as a vessel of God, to be an influence of salt and light.

Posted: 01 Nov, 2020 | Author: Dove Cranson

We can give and receive a blessing with the persecuted church around the world. 

Posted: 28 Feb, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

God's plan for his people is that they would have a special love for one another with a deep devotion and commitment. 

Posted: 09 May, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

Matthew 28:19-20 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. NIV

Posted: 14 Mar, 2011 | Author: Steve Nelson

Community Parenting Seminar given at the Rio Church in 2011

Posted: 21 Mar, 2011 | Author: Steve Nelson

Community Parenting Seminar given at the Rio Church in 2011

Posted: 28 Mar, 2011 | Author: Steve Nelson

Community Parenting Seminar given at the Rio Church in 2011

Posted: 04 Apr, 2011 | Author: Steve Nelson

Community Parenting Seminar given at the Rio Church in 2011

Posted: 11 Apr, 2011 | Author: Steve Nelson

Community Parenting Seminar given at the Rio Church in 2011

Posted: 18 Apr, 2011 | Author: Steve Nelson

Community Parenting Seminar given at the Rio Church in 2011

Posted: 25 Apr, 2011 | Author: Steve Nelson

Community Parenting Seminar given at the Rio Church in 2011

Posted: 11 Sep, 2022 | Author: Steve Nelson

How to be united in a world that values independence and protecting your own interests.

Posted: 25 Sep, 2022 | Author: Steve Nelson

Jesus wants us to be fishers of men, telling others the life changing message of grace and forgiveness at every opportunity! 

Posted: 01 Jan, 2023 | Author: Dove Cranson

The good works the world needs naturally flow out of us when we are living as we were truly made to be.

Posted: 31 Dec, 2023 | Author: Josh Triggs

We often long for independence, but God has made us so we are more fulfilled and supported when we work together. We need each other!