Aug 20, 2017
When Peace Pours In (2) – Genesis 45:1-15
By: Dr. Frank Reeder
Did you know that surveys tell us approximately 45% of all brothers and sisters are distant or do not even speak with one another? Pastor Frank Reeder explores the healing that comes through forgiveness and reconciliation from the story of Joseph's reunion with his brothers who sold him into slavery. The supreme model for forgiveness is the gracious care that Jesus freely gave to all who offended him and put him to death.
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- Aug 20, 2017When Peace Pours In (2) – Genesis 45:1-15Aug 20, 2017When Peace Pours In (2) – Genesis 45:1-15By: Dr. Frank ReederDid you know that surveys tell us approximately 45% of all brothers and sisters are distant or do not even speak with one another? Pastor Frank Reeder explores the healing that comes through forgiveness and reconciliation from the story of Joseph's reunion with his brothers who sold him into slavery. The supreme model for forgiveness is the gracious care that Jesus freely gave to all who offended him and put him to death.
- Aug 13, 2017The Dreamer – Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28Aug 13, 2017The Dreamer – Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28By: Dr. Frank ReederLots of people have a dream. But is it God's dream? God gave Joseph a dream that his brothers tried to steal. But God faithfully resurrected that dream and brought Joseph to prominence, not for himself, but for God's glory. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.
- Aug 6, 2017The Agony of Victory – Genesis 32:22-31Aug 6, 2017The Agony of Victory – Genesis 32:22-31By: Dr. Frank ReederWhen have you wrestled with God? When Jacob did that he came away limping, but he also was in a better position to live out his calling. God does not maim us, but can give us a handicap that he plans to use for building his realm on earth. Pastor Frank Reeder preaches this story from the beginnings of the nation of Israel.
- Jul 30, 2017Family Dynamics – Genesis 29:15-30Jul 30, 2017Family Dynamics – Genesis 29:15-30By: Dr. Frank ReederNobody can push our buttons like family. There is plenty of game playing in the first family of Israel. Sarah becomes bitter towards her handmaiden and sends her and her son away. Rebekah conspires with her son, Jacob, to steal the blessing from Isaac when it should have gone to Esau. Jacob was a trickster and when his father in law tricks him, he gets miffed at him. Yet one thing binds the family together when it is falling apart. Pastor Frank Reeder preaches "Family Dynamics."
- Jul 23, 2017Take Care When Weeding the Kingdom Garden – Matthew 13:24-30Jul 23, 2017Take Care When Weeding the Kingdom Garden – Matthew 13:24-30By: Dr. Frank ReederOur broken nature has a strong hold on all of creation. But it is not beyond the redeeming and restoring reach of God. It is important to deal with the injustice in others with the rich had of God. If not careful, we could uproot a tender plant that has much potential for good. "Take Care When Weeding the Kingdom Garden" is by Pastor Frank Reeder.
- Jul 16, 2017Rooted in Us – Matthew 13:1-9Jul 16, 2017Rooted in Us – Matthew 13:1-9By: Dr. Frank ReederThe mini series "Roots" awakened an exploration to the places our ancestors called home. Jesus, in explaining the growth of the kingdom takes a different vantage point. He sees people as soil and the Word of God as the seed that needs to be "Rooted in Us." Pastor Frank Reeder is teaching.
- Jul 9, 2017Following, With Childlike Faith – Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30Jul 9, 2017Following, With Childlike Faith – Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30"Following, With Childlike Faith" by Pastor Dan Dutton.
- Jul 2, 2017Can God Be Trusted? – Genesis 22:1-14Jul 2, 2017Can God Be Trusted? – Genesis 22:1-14Pastor Dan Dutton preaches on this Communion Sunday while Pastor Frank Reeder is gathered in Portland Oregon with other American Baptists from across the US and Puerto Rico in the Biennial Mission Summit. Pastor Dan wrestles with the question as to why God would chose such a severe test for his beloved friend Abraham. To sacrifice a son seems so out of character for God ... or is it?
- Jun 25, 2017Unwanted, Unloved and Forgotten – Genesis 21:8-21 / Matthew 10:24-39Jun 25, 2017Unwanted, Unloved and Forgotten – Genesis 21:8-21 / Matthew 10:24-39By: Dr. Frank ReederA mother and son are cast out of their home by the father who loves him. Because of bittness, strange decisions are forced. Now what? "Unwanted, Unloved and Forgotten" connects to the Gospel passage as Jesus also feels like an outcast among those who claim to love his Father. God sends angelic beings into the midst of the loneliness. Pastor Frank Reeder preaching.
- Jun 18, 2017We Bless Them – Matthew 9:35 – 10:10Jun 18, 2017We Bless Them – Matthew 9:35 – 10:10By: Dr. Frank ReederSo many people are distressed and dispirited. Jesus prepared a team of people to go into the community to bring relief. "We bless Them" is preached by Pastor Frank Reeder.