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Sep 19-20 Weekend Worship – An Important Lesson ‘On The Way’

Posted on September 20, 2015 by mriguy

While the disciples were ‘on the way’ from Galilee to Capernaum, Jesus took time to teach them an important lesson ‘on the way’. Confused? So were they. The disciples argued that the way into Jesus’ Kingdom was to rise with … Continue reading →

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Sep 12-13 Weekend Worship – Raw Honesty

Posted on September 19, 2015 by mriguy

Today God’s Word reveals a real, raw, gut wrenching truth. In one God inspired phrase are words spoken first by a man who had the courage to be truly honest with himself, and honest with God. Have you also spoken … Continue reading →

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Sep 5-6 Weekend Worship – Utterly Amazing Grace

Posted on September 7, 2015 by mriguy

We have one thing that is more amazing than any technology, human achievement, or development. What is always amazing in our lives is Jesus and his love for sinners. If we aren’t amazed and standing in awe of God’s grace … Continue reading →

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Aug 29-30 Weekend Worship – Trusting Jesus’ Paradox of Greatness

Posted on August 30, 2015 by mriguy

Last spring we put together a “wish list” as we completed the feasibility study. Today, Pastor Karl helps move us from “I wish” to “I see”. It is time to Imagine what Immanuel is becoming through the Spirit’s guidance. It’s … Continue reading →

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Aug 22-23 Weekend Worship – Dirty Hands, Clean Hearts

Posted on August 23, 2015 by mriguy

A little child learns to wash his hands before mealtime. Having clean hands is important. But a child of God learns something else too. It’s even more important to have a clean heart. While dirty hands can make us sick, … Continue reading →

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Aug 15-16 Weekend Worship – It’s Not About Me, It’s About You

Posted on August 16, 2015 by mriguy

What is the key element to Immanuel’s future? What is the most important thing we need in order to grow our church and school? Better facilities? Better/more staff? More exciting/attractive programs? More gifted/skilled people? More financial resources? None of those … Continue reading →

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Aug 1-2 Weekend Worship – It’s Not About Me, It’s About You (Part 2)

Posted on August 10, 2015 by mriguy

God’s grace sets us free from grumbling. Through the power of the Gospel and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we are able to grumble less and give thanks more. We are able to use our words to build up … Continue reading →

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Aug 1-2 Weekend Worship – It’s Not About Me, It’s About You

Posted on August 2, 2015 by mriguy

It’s not about you. I know that is sometimes hard to hear, but it’s true. God’s gifts for you don’t come because you’ve done some good thing, or you’ve been good lately, or just because you’ve done something better than … Continue reading →

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July 25-26 Weekend Worship – What More?

Posted on July 26, 2015 by mriguy

How often has Jesus shown you personally through seemingly miraculous events that He is in fact Lord of your life? Perhaps you can remember your intense gratitude to Jesus when he provided for you when you were out of options. … Continue reading →

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July 18-19 Weekend Worship – Immeasurably More

Posted on July 19, 2015 by mriguy

When faced with the task of feeding thousands of people in a desolate place, the disciples look to send them away because it was near the end of the day. The people would need time to get down into the … Continue reading →

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July 11-12 Weekend Worship – The Power of the Plumb Line

Posted on July 12, 2015 by mriguy

It is a common tool sometimes called a plumb-bob, plummet, or plum-line. The ancient Egyptians used it to make certain that walls were vertical. Surveyors use them to set their instrument exactly over a fixed survey marker so they can … Continue reading →

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July 4-5 Weekend Worship – Living Our Our Freedom – 4th Of July

Posted on July 5, 2015 by mriguy

We live in a wonderful land filled with many freedoms for us to enjoy on a daily basis. Freedom is meant to open up our lives to help us experience all that this life offers, so that we can enjoy … Continue reading →

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June 27-28 Weekend Worship – Faith During the Delay

Posted on June 28, 2015 by mriguy

Waiting upon God can be one of the most difficult things to do, especially when it comes to matters of health where someone’s life hangs in the balance. During these times, we come pleading to God for him to save … Continue reading →

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June 20-21 Weekend Worship – Fatherly Lessons of Strength and Faith – Father’s Day Weekend

Posted on June 21, 2015 by mriguy

Often fathers are a source of strength for their children, especially in crisis situations through life’s storms. As their children, we would not hesitate to wake our dad up from a nap in order to alert him to our crisis, … Continue reading →

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June 13-14 Weekend Worship – Small Stuff Matters

Posted on June 14, 2015 by mriguy

Today, we focus on a picture the Old Testament prophet Ezekiel paints for us. Somemes we are unimpressed by God and his work. Other times God and his work can really impress us. We need to remember that the small … Continue reading →

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June 6-7 Weekend Worship – There’s No Place Like Home

Posted on June 7, 2015 by mriguy

The resurrection of the dead and the eternal house that belongs to believers seems to have been a source of confusion for the Christians for years. So St. Paul explained that a believer has an eternal house in heaven. Moreover, … Continue reading →

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May 23-24 Weekend Worship – Memorial Day And A Birthday

Posted on May 24, 2015 by mriguy

On Memorial Day, we remember 70 wars that we have fought starting with the mid-18th century French and Indian wars. In our thirteen major and 60 or so “minor” wars, approximately 1,500,000 soldiers have died to protect our freedom. On … Continue reading →

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May 16-17 Weekend Worship – Reaching Our Potential

Posted on May 17, 2015 by mriguy

Have you discovered your full potential in Christ? If not, do you want to do so? Many people settle for mediocre lives. We can be average people; we can be an average church. However, God has so much more for … Continue reading →

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