New River Community Church Mediahttp://www.newriverchurch.orgInsight by EndisnoKatherine Skaff (860-648-8928)Today we deal with the topic of authority. Do you realize that when Jesus left this earth, he left the saints in charge? That means you and me. He also gave us abilities and gifts to be His ambassadors here on earth. Are you using that authority properly? Are you using it at all? In the parable Jesus tells in Matthew, Jesus is clear that He has left us in charge and that there will be an accounting for our actions when He returns. It’s so important we understand that we have an active part in the Kim_1000026621Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000026621&fullpage=TrueToday we deal with the topic of authority. Do you realize that when Jesus left this earth, he left the saints in charge? That means you and me. He also gave us abilities and gifts to be His ambassadors here on earth. Are you using that authority properly? Are you using it at all? In the parable Jesus tells in Matthew, Jesus is clear that He has left us in charge and that there will be an accounting for our actions when He returns. It’s so important we understand that we have an active part in the KiDoug Rowse00:38:00We’ve been studying Matthew 13 where Jesus taught the crowd with a series of parables. Today we look at the last parable in the teaching and piece together all the parables from the chapter to get a sense of the big picture idea Jesus was alluding to. What Jesus was talking about was living for “the Kingdom”. We have all authority given to us by God to share the Word where ever we are; the Word will slowly saturate the earth like yeast in dough; there will be challenges, but press on for He will judge alm_1000026516Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000026516&fullpage=TrueWe’ve been studying Matthew 13 where Jesus taught the crowd with a series of parables. Today we look at the last parable in the teaching and piece together all the parables from the chapter to get a sense of the big picture idea Jesus was alluding to. What Jesus was talking about was living for “the Kingdom”. We have all authority given to us by God to share the Word where ever we are; the Word will slowly saturate the earth like yeast in dough; there will be challenges, but press on for He will judge alDoug Rowse00:48:00Guest speaker Bud Duplin leads us through an examination of the scriptures that declare that our God is more than able. We see how His name is placed above all other names and the good news is that we can call upon His name and walk in His power. It’s ours for the taking, if we merely ask. Bud also reminds us that to claim the authority given to us by God, we have to take action. It requires us to take a step towards God instead of away from Him. Where are you today? Running towards Jesus or away? Wem_1000026405Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000026405&fullpage=TrueGuest speaker Bud Duplin leads us through an examination of the scriptures that declare that our God is more than able. We see how His name is placed above all other names and the good news is that we can call upon His name and walk in His power. It’s ours for the taking, if we merely ask. Bud also reminds us that to claim the authority given to us by God, we have to take action. It requires us to take a step towards God instead of away from Him. Where are you today? Running towards Jesus or away? WeBud Duplin00:47:00The gospel of Matthew tells us to seek first the Kingdom of Heaven. However, many of us don’t think of the Kingdom as having great value, so we don’t put seeking it on our high priority list. As we look at two more parables from the gospel of Matthew, Jesus shares that the Kingdom is more valuable then anything else; worth dropping everything else to chase after. Are you ready to put your running shoes on?m_1000026313Sun, 15 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000026313&fullpage=TrueThe gospel of Matthew tells us to seek first the Kingdom of Heaven. However, many of us don’t think of the Kingdom as having great value, so we don’t put seeking it on our high priority list. As we look at two more parables from the gospel of Matthew, Jesus shares that the Kingdom is more valuable then anything else; worth dropping everything else to chase after. Are you ready to put your running shoes on?Doug Rowse00:47:00It’s obvious to most any Christian that God is very powerful and able to do great things. In my mind His greatness is accompanied by miraculous sings and wonders of huge proportions. Parting the seas, raising the dead, shaking the earth are only a few examples of His ability. But when Jesus spoke of His Kingdom, he used analogies that depict a much more subtle God at work. God is capable of dong great things, but often times He starts with something small. Could you imaging that you are that something m_1000026220Sun, 08 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000026220&fullpage=TrueIt’s obvious to most any Christian that God is very powerful and able to do great things. In my mind His greatness is accompanied by miraculous sings and wonders of huge proportions. Parting the seas, raising the dead, shaking the earth are only a few examples of His ability. But when Jesus spoke of His Kingdom, he used analogies that depict a much more subtle God at work. God is capable of dong great things, but often times He starts with something small. Could you imaging that you are that something Doug Rowse00:38:00As we learned from the first of Jesus’ parables in Matthew 13 last week, there is a direct correlation between how we respond to God and how we experience His Kingdom here on earth. In the next parable Jesus warns us that there will be challenges as we respond to Him. Those challenges come in the form of evil doers planted among us by Satan, referred to as “the weeds”. There is so much to learn from this parable and Jesus explains is very clearly. Join us as we learn about the Kingdom from Jesus.m_1000026048Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000026048&fullpage=TrueAs we learned from the first of Jesus’ parables in Matthew 13 last week, there is a direct correlation between how we respond to God and how we experience His Kingdom here on earth. In the next parable Jesus warns us that there will be challenges as we respond to Him. Those challenges come in the form of evil doers planted among us by Satan, referred to as “the weeds”. There is so much to learn from this parable and Jesus explains is very clearly. Join us as we learn about the Kingdom from Jesus.Doug Rowse00:37:00Jesus did not preach salvation. He preached the Kingdom of God. He invited people to join His Kingdom here on earth, to begin living the Heavenly life right here in the world. “On earth as it is in Heaven” was His heart’s cry. How you and I respond to Jesus and His teaching makes all the difference between hell on earth or heaven on earth. The choice is ours, how will you respond?m_1000025924Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000025924&fullpage=TrueJesus did not preach salvation. He preached the Kingdom of God. He invited people to join His Kingdom here on earth, to begin living the Heavenly life right here in the world. “On earth as it is in Heaven” was His heart’s cry. How you and I respond to Jesus and His teaching makes all the difference between hell on earth or heaven on earth. The choice is ours, how will you respond?Doug Rowse00:44:00Today we look at how we can bring God’s promises to the world. Throughout the bible, God makes a multitude of promises to His people, like healing, salvation, joy, provision and on and on. As Christians, we carry God’s promises with us and share them with the needy no matter where we go. Join us as we strive to offer our firm support, or amen, of God’s promises.m_1000025841Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000025841&fullpage=TrueToday we look at how we can bring God’s promises to the world. Throughout the bible, God makes a multitude of promises to His people, like healing, salvation, joy, provision and on and on. As Christians, we carry God’s promises with us and share them with the needy no matter where we go. Join us as we strive to offer our firm support, or amen, of God’s promises.Doug Rowse00:34:00Guest speaker Colby Olson takes us into the book of Hebrews for a study on what it means to walk by faith. m_1000025363Sun, 27 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000025363&fullpage=TrueGuest speaker Colby Olson takes us into the book of Hebrews for a study on what it means to walk by faith. Colby Olson00:47:00Raising children to follow Christ is a hard job for dads. It’s difficult because of the inherent sin nature in all of us which keeps pulling our kids off the narrow path. Additionally, there are lies that men struggle with because of fear that lead to fathers letting go of the spiritual wheel. Today Doug talks about those fears and delivers a message aimed at releasing men of their stress.m_1000025202Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000025202&fullpage=TrueRaising children to follow Christ is a hard job for dads. It’s difficult because of the inherent sin nature in all of us which keeps pulling our kids off the narrow path. Additionally, there are lies that men struggle with because of fear that lead to fathers letting go of the spiritual wheel. Today Doug talks about those fears and delivers a message aimed at releasing men of their stress.Doug Rowse00:33:00The theme for this year's womens retreats is pure vessels. A “pure vessel,” or “jar of clay,” is a woman who is continually repenting of her sin. A woman who is a “pure vessel” can be more effectively used by God because she is not hindered by her sin. Elaine Shemenski teaches on self control. What is self control? God describes it as when our hearts and behavior reflect the character and conduct of Christ. Do you long for God to move mightily in your life, your family, your church, your community? We am_1000025108Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000025108&fullpage=TrueThe theme for this year's womens retreats is pure vessels. A “pure vessel,” or “jar of clay,” is a woman who is continually repenting of her sin. A woman who is a “pure vessel” can be more effectively used by God because she is not hindered by her sin. Elaine Shemenski teaches on self control. What is self control? God describes it as when our hearts and behavior reflect the character and conduct of Christ. Do you long for God to move mightily in your life, your family, your church, your community? We aElaine Shemenski00:44:00We continue our look at how we bring Jesus to wherever we are. Today we look at the story of “The Widow’s Oil” and what we can learn about the character of God through the way he wants to bless us and bless others through us. m_1000025052Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000025052&fullpage=TrueWe continue our look at how we bring Jesus to wherever we are. Today we look at the story of “The Widow’s Oil” and what we can learn about the character of God through the way he wants to bless us and bless others through us. Doug Rowse00:43:00Sometimes we think that we’ve missed out on what life has to offer. Or we think that God has held back from us. Then we go out and try to find the missing piece of the puzzle on our own. But Jesus is very clear when He tells us to seek out God’s Kingdom and His will for our lives first. God can and will take care of all the rest and provide what He knows you need. So do not fear, trust in Jesus. He knows your struggles, and He still loves you and wants to save you. m_1000024973Sun, 06 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000024973&fullpage=TrueSometimes we think that we’ve missed out on what life has to offer. Or we think that God has held back from us. Then we go out and try to find the missing piece of the puzzle on our own. But Jesus is very clear when He tells us to seek out God’s Kingdom and His will for our lives first. God can and will take care of all the rest and provide what He knows you need. So do not fear, trust in Jesus. He knows your struggles, and He still loves you and wants to save you. Doug Rowse00:36:00Christians are God’s ambassadors here on earth. Empowered and called by God to bless His people through our words and deeds. So wherever, we are, there is heaven. Satan knows this and tries to thwart our mission by bothering us with worry and busyness. So to be God’s ambassadors we need peace and strength so we are not worried or distracted. How do we obtain that? In Luke 12, Jesus teaches us.m_1000018045Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000018045&fullpage=TrueChristians are God’s ambassadors here on earth. Empowered and called by God to bless His people through our words and deeds. So wherever, we are, there is heaven. Satan knows this and tries to thwart our mission by bothering us with worry and busyness. So to be God’s ambassadors we need peace and strength so we are not worried or distracted. How do we obtain that? In Luke 12, Jesus teaches us.Doug Rowse00:35:00As we continue the series that helps us to offer biblically truthful answers to worldly questions, we address the problem of evil in our world. Have you ever heard the question,” If God is so good, then why does he allow all the bad things to happen?” It can be a tough one to answer, but today we look at what Jesus had to say about the condition of the earth and why there are things like natural disasters and evil willed plots. Jesus said that things will get worse(Matthew 24, 1-14), but He also said thm_1000017756Sun, 23 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000017756&fullpage=TrueAs we continue the series that helps us to offer biblically truthful answers to worldly questions, we address the problem of evil in our world. Have you ever heard the question,” If God is so good, then why does he allow all the bad things to happen?” It can be a tough one to answer, but today we look at what Jesus had to say about the condition of the earth and why there are things like natural disasters and evil willed plots. Jesus said that things will get worse(Matthew 24, 1-14), but He also said thDoug Rowse00:44:00The lightning rod of the Christian faith is that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven. It’s this central doctrine where people get stuck either because they don’t like being told that they are wrong or they don’t like being told what they have to do. So today we look at the claims that Jesus made throughout the gospel of John stating His deity, and the person of Jesus to try and discover if He was telling the truth. m_1000017573Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000017573&fullpage=TrueThe lightning rod of the Christian faith is that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven. It’s this central doctrine where people get stuck either because they don’t like being told that they are wrong or they don’t like being told what they have to do. So today we look at the claims that Jesus made throughout the gospel of John stating His deity, and the person of Jesus to try and discover if He was telling the truth. Doug Rowse00:44:00Today, guest speaker Linda Gorman reveals passages in scripture that show us a side of God that perhaps, many have not thought of. Scripture uses many analogies of motherhood to describe the character of God which can help us to better understand the fullness of God. Linda also shares some personal stories of how God has impacted her as a mother. m_1000017528Sun, 09 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000017528&fullpage=TrueToday, guest speaker Linda Gorman reveals passages in scripture that show us a side of God that perhaps, many have not thought of. Scripture uses many analogies of motherhood to describe the character of God which can help us to better understand the fullness of God. Linda also shares some personal stories of how God has impacted her as a mother. Linda Gorman00:46:00It’s obvious to see how God has been, and continues to be, removed more and more from our culture. Today we examine if we, as practicing Christians, are removing God from our faith. Do we seek out God’s principals more than God’s presence? Do we confuse our actions with the power behind the actions? Do we limit God’s ability to only our experiences and what is comfortable or understandable? These are difficult questions, but worth asking if our faith is going to depend more on God’s power and His presem_1000017389Sun, 02 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000017389&fullpage=TrueIt’s obvious to see how God has been, and continues to be, removed more and more from our culture. Today we examine if we, as practicing Christians, are removing God from our faith. Do we seek out God’s principals more than God’s presence? Do we confuse our actions with the power behind the actions? Do we limit God’s ability to only our experiences and what is comfortable or understandable? These are difficult questions, but worth asking if our faith is going to depend more on God’s power and His preseDoug Rowse00:31:00As we continue this series, which serves to address some of the hang-ups people have with Christianity and to educate ourselves with God’s truth so that we can profess it, we look at God’s Word. If someone asked you “How do you know that the bible is reliable?” what would you answer? Think about that for a minute and then join us as we scratch the surface of some of the evidence. Pastor Doug also mentions some common objections to the bible and then goes on to rebuke them with biblical facts. It’s a grem_1000017328Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000017328&fullpage=TrueAs we continue this series, which serves to address some of the hang-ups people have with Christianity and to educate ourselves with God’s truth so that we can profess it, we look at God’s Word. If someone asked you “How do you know that the bible is reliable?” what would you answer? Think about that for a minute and then join us as we scratch the surface of some of the evidence. Pastor Doug also mentions some common objections to the bible and then goes on to rebuke them with biblical facts. It’s a greDoug Rowse00:54:00Miracles are unpredictable and out of our control. And maybe that’s why some people choose not to believe in them because it makes them feel out of control and uncomfortable. The bible talks about God’s miracles so that his people would know His power and grow in their faith. As we continue this series, we look at the subject of miracles and some specific objections to them and how you can arm yourself with answers for the non-belierver.m_1000017175Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.newriverchurch.org/Media/Player.aspx?media_id=1000017175&fullpage=TrueMiracles are unpredictable and out of our control. And maybe that’s why some people choose not to believe in them because it makes them feel out of control and uncomfortable. The bible talks about God’s miracles so that his people would know His power and grow in their faith. As we continue this series, we look at the subject of miracles and some specific objections to them and how you can arm yourself with answers for the non-belierver.Doug Rowse00:48:00