http://www.crossroadsnazarene.org/ en-us © CrossRoads Nazarene Church CrossRoads Nazarene Church AZ CrossRoads Nazarene Church Podcasts of The Gatherings for CrossRoads Nazarene Church. CrossRoads is located at the NorthEast corner of Ray Road and Loop 101 in Chandler, AZ. Our Gathering Times are Sunday Mornings at 9:00 am and 10:30 am. Podcasts of The Gatherings for CrossRoads Nazarene Church. CrossRoads is located at the NorthEast corner of Ray Road and Loop 101 in Chandler, AZ. Our Gathering Times are Sunday Mornings at 9:00 am and 10:30 am. You can visit us online at www.crossroadsnazarene.org. CrossRoads Nazarene Church bryanstarner@gmail.com http://www.crossroadsnazarene.org/podcast.rss Curt Gentry Romans - Salvation Though our lives have been ruined by sin we have been rescued by God. The key word in this passage is "reconciliation." Into mankind's hopeless situation came Christ who not only paid the debt but broke the bondage. By what He did what He is and what He gives He enabled man to escape sin's domination. We have been fully rescued by Christ. Curt Gentry Though our lives have been ruined by sin we have been rescued by God. The key word in this passage is "reconciliation." Into mankind's hopeless situation came Christ who not only paid the debt but broke the bondage. By what He did what He is and what He gives He enabled man to escape sin's domination. We have been fully rescued by Christ. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Romans - Salvation This is a digression in which the apostle illustrates and defends the doctrine of justification by faith apart from the law. Though we sing "Amazing Grace" most times we add some works. Dave Sharpes This is a digression in which the apostle illustrates and defends the doctrine of justification by faith apart from the law. Though we sing "Amazing Grace" most times we add some works. Sun, 22 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Romans - Salvation Here's a thought about grace The revelation of God's heart is found in the Him inviting us into His story so that we could be righteous and equipped to live a purpose-filled life. Since there is only one way to salvation in Christ we are invited in not by what we do who we know or how good we have been; but through grace alone. grace, salvation Dave Sharpes Here's a thought about grace The revelation of God's heart is found in the Him inviting us into His story so that we could be righteous and equipped to live a purpose-filled life. Since there is only one way to salvation in Christ we are invited in not by what we do who we know or how good we have been; but through grace alone. Sun, 15 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dan Spaite Romans - Salvation The Book of Romans is the most concentrated passage on the theology of grace faith salvation and holiness in all of Scripture. In it the Apostle Paul points out the great errors that humanity...and the church...have made regarding salvation since the earliest days of Christian history. In the first two chapters we see the highlights of the profound issues that Paul will deal with in detail in the rest of the book. This introductory passage has powerful life-changing messages for believers and non-believers alike. Dan Spaite The Book of Romans is the most concentrated passage on the theology of grace faith salvation and holiness in all of Scripture. In it the Apostle Paul points out the great errors that humanity...and the church...have made regarding salvation since the earliest days of Christian history. In the first two chapters we see the highlights of the profound issues that Paul will deal with in detail in the rest of the book. This introductory passage has powerful life-changing messages for believers and non-believers alike. Sun, 8 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes *This message is not part of a series - State of the Church CrossRoads Nazarene Church is a movement - a living organism of Christ followers who in every part of our journey together have shown great faith and courageous obedience as a biblically functioning community. This Sunday we are going to step back to celebrate our life together and evaluate the "State of the Church" as we have journeyed together this past year as well as how we are preparing for the future.The Bible teaches that God's top priority is establishing and growing biblically functioning "missional" communities in the world.  Jesus said "I'm going to build my church." His plan is to prepare and equip His Church to see that the Kingdom of God is on the increase and the power of darkness on the decrease.   Because government education and business can't change hearts we understand that the Church is the hope of the world.  As a clear expression of the Church we need to ask a core question  "How are we going to walk out our vision in tangible ways to demonstrate our love for God love for each other and love for the world" Dave Sharpes CrossRoads Nazarene Church is a movement - a living organism of Christ followers who in every part of our journey together have shown great faith and courageous obedience as a biblically functioning community. This Sunday we are going to step back to celebrate our life together and evaluate the "State of the Church" as we have journeyed together this past year as well as how we are preparing for the future.The Bible teaches that God's top priority is establishing and growing biblically functioning "missional" communities in the world.  Jesus said "I'm going to build my church." His plan is to prepare and equip His Church to see that the Kingdom of God is on the increase and the power of darkness on the decrease.   Because government education and business can't change hearts we understand that the Church is the hope of the world.  As a clear expression of the Church we need to ask a core question  "How are we going to walk out our vision in tangible ways to demonstrate our love for God love for each other and love for the world" Sun, 1 Jun 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dan Spaite *This message is not part of a series - Lessons From History On this Memorial Day weekend we find that Scripture teaches that there are at least four reasons why it's important to look back into our history. In the lessons we learn "back there" we find the wisdom of the Lord to know how He can use us to heal our land. Dan Spaite On this Memorial Day weekend we find that Scripture teaches that there are at least four reasons why it's important to look back into our history. In the lessons we learn "back there" we find the wisdom of the Lord to know how He can use us to heal our land. Sun, 25 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes StrongFamilies - New Life Our journey through the Strong Families series started by understanding our strengths and submitting our weaknesses to God's plan for restoring our lives and families. Living in that kind of intentionality and obedience requires change. When it comes to change it's great to start the process but vital that we stay on the path of connecting to the true change agent Jesus Christ. We must understand that along with change comes conflict; and when we work through the conflict have the potential to experience amazing growth. But what's next How can we hope to maintain the changes we make as life moves forward Today Pastor Dave will help us start to unpack some practical steps we need to take if we hope to keep the change. Because when it comes to the process that is change we must continue building on the foundation Christ has laid before us. Dave Sharpes Our journey through the Strong Families series started by understanding our strengths and submitting our weaknesses to God's plan for restoring our lives and families. Living in that kind of intentionality and obedience requires change. When it comes to change it's great to start the process but vital that we stay on the path of connecting to the true change agent Jesus Christ. We must understand that along with change comes conflict; and when we work through the conflict have the potential to experience amazing growth. But what's next How can we hope to maintain the changes we make as life moves forward Today Pastor Dave will help us start to unpack some practical steps we need to take if we hope to keep the change. Because when it comes to the process that is change we must continue building on the foundation Christ has laid before us. Sun, 18 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes StrongFamilies - Wholeness Most couples would agree that they want to have a strong family.  While child-rearing strategies are important the greatest gift any child can receive is seeing a strong marriage relationship.  We really can't have a strong family until we get our marriage act together.   For those of who are single parents while you may not be able to model marriage you can model positive relationships and teach Godly Truths about love.  For those who are yet to be married or who have chosen the single life a view of God's full meaning of "love" - a love filled with integrity community communication  and Godly desire informs all of our relationships and calls us to live in wholeness. Dave Sharpes Most couples would agree that they want to have a strong family.  While child-rearing strategies are important the greatest gift any child can receive is seeing a strong marriage relationship.  We really can't have a strong family until we get our marriage act together.   For those of who are single parents while you may not be able to model marriage you can model positive relationships and teach Godly Truths about love.  For those who are yet to be married or who have chosen the single life a view of God's full meaning of "love" - a love filled with integrity community communication  and Godly desire informs all of our relationships and calls us to live in wholeness. Sun, 11 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes StrongFamilies - Communication Communication is one of the keys to healthy relationships both within and outside of the family.  Whether verbal or non-verbal words hold great power that can expand the potential of others or limit them in ways that scar - whether we always intend them too or not.  The Bible says that the tongue wields amazing power.  The writer of Proverbs says the tongue has the power of life and death.  And James warns that being careless with our words does significant damage to the very people for whom Jesus gave His life.  Jesus said that the reality is that what comes out of our mouths is an indication of what's really going on inside of our hearts. We need the same God who can forgive us for the misuse of our lips to cleanse our hearts and fill them continually with his grace and his mercyso that with our tongues we can bless and honor Him and we can speak words that bless and build up others. Dave Sharpes Communication is one of the keys to healthy relationships both within and outside of the family.  Whether verbal or non-verbal words hold great power that can expand the potential of others or limit them in ways that scar - whether we always intend them too or not.  The Bible says that the tongue wields amazing power.  The writer of Proverbs says the tongue has the power of life and death.  And James warns that being careless with our words does significant damage to the very people for whom Jesus gave His life.  Jesus said that the reality is that what comes out of our mouths is an indication of what's really going on inside of our hearts. We need the same God who can forgive us for the misuse of our lips to cleanse our hearts and fill them continually with his grace and his mercyso that with our tongues we can bless and honor Him and we can speak words that bless and build up others. Sun, 4 May 2008 09:00:00 GMT Wendy Melchior StrongFamilies - Wholeness We continue in our Strong Families Series.  What if you grew up in a broken family or in a family that left you broken or with scars  Today  guest speaker Wendy Melchior helps us realize the hope we have in Jesus and that He wants to heal our wounds and restore us to wholeness. Wendy Melchior We continue in our Strong Families Series.  What if you grew up in a broken family or in a family that left you broken or with scars  Today  guest speaker Wendy Melchior helps us realize the hope we have in Jesus and that He wants to heal our wounds and restore us to wholeness. Sun, 27 Apr 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dan Spaite StrongFamilies - Spiritual Legacy Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families. Whether you have children...or hope to someday...the issue of being the kind of person who can pass the faith on is incredibly important.  The spirit of the age is surrounding our children with an ever-increasing set of "options" of how to live their lives and how to prioritize their beliefs and interests.  Almost every Christian parent would agree that the spiritual training of their children is the highest priority in their life.  However there are barriers to this happening.  Many of us are simply too busy or too distracted or too interested in our own pursuits to pass on the faith.  But passing on our faith doesn't happen without intentionality.  In this message Dr. Dan gives four biblical keys to passing on the faith. Dan Spaite Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families. Whether you have children...or hope to someday...the issue of being the kind of person who can pass the faith on is incredibly important.  The spirit of the age is surrounding our children with an ever-increasing set of "options" of how to live their lives and how to prioritize their beliefs and interests.  Almost every Christian parent would agree that the spiritual training of their children is the highest priority in their life.  However there are barriers to this happening.  Many of us are simply too busy or too distracted or too interested in our own pursuits to pass on the faith.  But passing on our faith doesn't happen without intentionality.  In this message Dr. Dan gives four biblical keys to passing on the faith. Sun, 20 Apr 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes StrongFamilies - Relationships Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families.  When it comes to understanding our uniqueness in Christ our basic personality is key in how we relate to God and live in authentic community.  Another important aspect of that understanding has to do with our family of origin.  Family systems while quite complex have so much to do with how we learn to live and relate to others in our world.  In the story of a young man named Joseph the Book of Genesis reveals how God worked through a traumatic family system to accomplish His purposes in Joseph and through him to impact the lives of many others. Dave Sharpes Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families.  When it comes to understanding our uniqueness in Christ our basic personality is key in how we relate to God and live in authentic community.  Another important aspect of that understanding has to do with our family of origin.  Family systems while quite complex have so much to do with how we learn to live and relate to others in our world.  In the story of a young man named Joseph the Book of Genesis reveals how God worked through a traumatic family system to accomplish His purposes in Joseph and through him to impact the lives of many others. Sun, 13 Apr 2008 09:00:00 GMT Curt Gentry StrongFamilies - Relationships Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families dealing with questions such asHow can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokennessWhat can we do to help pass the faith on to our children The topic today is regarding how to blend differences into close-knit relationships. Curt Gentry Today we continue our teaching series on building strong families dealing with questions such asHow can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokennessWhat can we do to help pass the faith on to our children The topic today is regarding how to blend differences into close-knit relationships. Sun, 6 Apr 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes StrongFamilies - Uniqueness Today we begin an 8-week teaching series on building strong families dealing with questions such asHow can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokennessHow can we blend differences into close-knit relationshipsWhat can we do to help pass the faith on to our children The topic today is regarding our unique personalities. God created us all to fulfill His purposes in this world.  As we begin our "Strong Families" series we begin by understanding that a key to healthy spiritual lives and authentic loving relationships is to embrace our uniqueness in Christ .  Today the message unpacks some directions in our spiritiual lives that pinpoint the fact that spirituality is not a "one size fits all" deal.  Our individual uniqueness means we will all experience God's presence and learn to relate to Him in different ways. Dave Sharpes Today we begin an 8-week teaching series on building strong families dealing with questions such asHow can I live in wholeness when I grew up in brokennessHow can we blend differences into close-knit relationshipsWhat can we do to help pass the faith on to our children The topic today is regarding our unique personalities. God created us all to fulfill His purposes in this world.  As we begin our "Strong Families" series we begin by understanding that a key to healthy spiritual lives and authentic loving relationships is to embrace our uniqueness in Christ .  Today the message unpacks some directions in our spiritiual lives that pinpoint the fact that spirituality is not a "one size fits all" deal.  Our individual uniqueness means we will all experience God's presence and learn to relate to Him in different ways. Sun, 30 Mar 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions - Wholeness Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Dave Sharpes Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Sun, 23 Mar 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions - Love the World Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Dave Sharpes Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Sun, 16 Mar 2008 09:00:00 GMT Teaching Team Confessions - Mercy Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt address a couple of questions that have come out of our Confessions SeriesQuestion #1 "Holiness - What's the Big Deal"Question #2 "What Are We Going to Do"Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Teaching Team Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt address a couple of questions that have come out of our Confessions SeriesQuestion #1 "Holiness - What's the Big Deal"Question #2 "What Are We Going to Do"Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Sun, 9 Mar 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions - Wholeness In the Christian life we have a purpose and we are either moving toward it or drifting often subtly from it.  The purpose is called "wholeness" the journey toward restoration of our lives in greater and greater ways to God's image.  It is the work of the Holy Spirit to transform us into His image.  It is our part to clear from our lives in confession and humility anything that could hinder His work in this restoration process.Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Dave Sharpes In the Christian life we have a purpose and we are either moving toward it or drifting often subtly from it.  The purpose is called "wholeness" the journey toward restoration of our lives in greater and greater ways to God's image.  It is the work of the Holy Spirit to transform us into His image.  It is our part to clear from our lives in confession and humility anything that could hinder His work in this restoration process.Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Sun, 2 Mar 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions - Allegiance This message is a message of challenge and hope and is rooted in the heart of the teachings of Jesus as read in the Sermon on the Mount.  Is what we profess as Christians truly being lived out and bringing to our world the manifestations of the Kingdom for which Jesus prayedI confess that it often appears that our understanding of God's Kingdom is less founded upon Jesus and His teachings and more often on the agenda and ideals of one particular political party or a narrow list of platform issues.  As evangelical Christians our social heritage is much broader and deeper and has clear ties to the moral conviction of living out our faith through caring for all of God's creation.  Radical concepts like revival and social reformation are a part of what it means to be evangelical Christians.  Those who lived out a personal relationship with Jesus Christ became abolitionists anti-slavery voices leaders in women's suffrage and defenders of child labor laws.  To have a personal relationship with Christ was not a moment of decision but an invitation into a life of bringing the Kingdom of God to our world.  Have we lost our waySeries Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Dave Sharpes This message is a message of challenge and hope and is rooted in the heart of the teachings of Jesus as read in the Sermon on the Mount.  Is what we profess as Christians truly being lived out and bringing to our world the manifestations of the Kingdom for which Jesus prayedI confess that it often appears that our understanding of God's Kingdom is less founded upon Jesus and His teachings and more often on the agenda and ideals of one particular political party or a narrow list of platform issues.  As evangelical Christians our social heritage is much broader and deeper and has clear ties to the moral conviction of living out our faith through caring for all of God's creation.  Radical concepts like revival and social reformation are a part of what it means to be evangelical Christians.  Those who lived out a personal relationship with Jesus Christ became abolitionists anti-slavery voices leaders in women's suffrage and defenders of child labor laws.  To have a personal relationship with Christ was not a moment of decision but an invitation into a life of bringing the Kingdom of God to our world.  Have we lost our waySeries Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Sun, 24 Feb 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions - Generosity Today Pastor Dave continues our teaching series on CONFESSIONS by sharing with us what the New Testament has to say about generosity.  The big question is "What if we as the church were to actually spend more on others than ourselves"  How would the world be different  Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Dave Sharpes Today Pastor Dave continues our teaching series on CONFESSIONS by sharing with us what the New Testament has to say about generosity.  The big question is "What if we as the church were to actually spend more on others than ourselves"  How would the world be different  Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Sun, 17 Feb 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions - Worship For nearly 2000 years the Body of Christ called the Church has gathered together on a regular basis.  These gatherings have ranged from small to large covert to overt solemn to celebrative.  Throughout church history these gatherings have taken on a variety of forms styles and traditions.  In recent days especially in the North American churches there continues to be significant discussion about whether the primary role of these gatherings is for attracting unbelievers or for the purpose of allowing believers to assemble and celebrate there life in Christ.  In addition the Church has frequently made the gathering times synonymous with our worship of God. Today Pastor Dave continues our teaching series on CONFESSIONS by sharing with us what the New Testament has to say about worship.  He will also be talking about the purposes of the Gatherings including what types of things should take place in the Gatherings and why these things should take place in the Gatherings.  Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Dave Sharpes For nearly 2000 years the Body of Christ called the Church has gathered together on a regular basis.  These gatherings have ranged from small to large covert to overt solemn to celebrative.  Throughout church history these gatherings have taken on a variety of forms styles and traditions.  In recent days especially in the North American churches there continues to be significant discussion about whether the primary role of these gatherings is for attracting unbelievers or for the purpose of allowing believers to assemble and celebrate there life in Christ.  In addition the Church has frequently made the gathering times synonymous with our worship of God. Today Pastor Dave continues our teaching series on CONFESSIONS by sharing with us what the New Testament has to say about worship.  He will also be talking about the purposes of the Gatherings including what types of things should take place in the Gatherings and why these things should take place in the Gatherings.  Series Description Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley." Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:00:00 GMT Teaching Team Confessions - Evangelism In January we began our new series on Confessions.  The past 3 Sundays we have listened to teachings on community truth and evangelism.  As we did with the Core Values series in the Fall we have made question cards available for those who are attending our gatherings to submit questions they may have in regards to the teaching they are hearing.  Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt respond to a couple of those questions.Question #1 "In the message on truth you alluded to some areas related to science that sometimes seem to be a threat to the existence of God.  Is science at odds with God or when the facts are interpreted correctly can science even support the concept of the existence of GodQuestion #2 "With movement from member driven to mission driven and the move individually to form relationships How do I change  I feel I am a good and friendly neighbor and would do most anything for them.  The hard part is to involve myself emotionally in their lives.  It is scary and involves uncharted water for me.  What if I involve myself with someone who is personally irritating or demonstrates behavior cursing drinking etc that my kids would see  Along with that how do I build relationships when I don't feel like it"Series DescriptionOur first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Teaching Team In January we began our new series on Confessions.  The past 3 Sundays we have listened to teachings on community truth and evangelism.  As we did with the Core Values series in the Fall we have made question cards available for those who are attending our gatherings to submit questions they may have in regards to the teaching they are hearing.  Today Dr. Dan and Pastor Curt respond to a couple of those questions.Question #1 "In the message on truth you alluded to some areas related to science that sometimes seem to be a threat to the existence of God.  Is science at odds with God or when the facts are interpreted correctly can science even support the concept of the existence of GodQuestion #2 "With movement from member driven to mission driven and the move individually to form relationships How do I change  I feel I am a good and friendly neighbor and would do most anything for them.  The hard part is to involve myself emotionally in their lives.  It is scary and involves uncharted water for me.  What if I involve myself with someone who is personally irritating or demonstrates behavior cursing drinking etc that my kids would see  Along with that how do I build relationships when I don't feel like it"Series DescriptionOur first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Sun, 3 Feb 2008 09:00:00 GMT Curt Gentry Confessions - Evangelism Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings."  Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Curt Gentry Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings."  Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Sun, 27 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dan Spaite Confessions - Truth Today Dr. Dan Spaite affirms that the Word of God is the source of truth.  He also cautions that those who have a high view of the Word must beware of a tendency to equate THE TRUTH with THEIR INTERPRETATION of the truth.  This may then subtly lead to having your own CORNER ON THE TRUTH.Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings."  Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Dan Spaite Today Dr. Dan Spaite affirms that the Word of God is the source of truth.  He also cautions that those who have a high view of the Word must beware of a tendency to equate THE TRUTH with THEIR INTERPRETATION of the truth.  This may then subtly lead to having your own CORNER ON THE TRUTH.Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings."  Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Sun, 20 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions - Community Today Pastor Dave discusses the importance of living in authentic community with one another and confesses that the church at large has not done a very good job of nurturing these types of relationships.  The church or the body of Christ should be the safest place on earth but unfortunately too often it is a place where people are found to be critical judgemental and even unloving. Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings." Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Dave Sharpes Today Pastor Dave discusses the importance of living in authentic community with one another and confesses that the church at large has not done a very good job of nurturing these types of relationships.  The church or the body of Christ should be the safest place on earth but unfortunately too often it is a place where people are found to be critical judgemental and even unloving. Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings." Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Sun, 13 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT Dave Sharpes Confessions Pastor Dave begins a new series today.  He helps us understand the importance of confessions in the life of the believer and also how that applies to the life of the church.  Are there things that God might be asking us to look at differently  Could God be calling us to move out of our comfort zone Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings." Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Dave Sharpes Pastor Dave begins a new series today.  He helps us understand the importance of confessions in the life of the believer and also how that applies to the life of the church.  Are there things that God might be asking us to look at differently  Could God be calling us to move out of our comfort zone Series DescriptionThe New Year always brings with it the promise and potential of a fresh start or continued blessing.  Many of us take the opportunity during this time to dream for the future as well as reflect on all that has happened over the past year.  In nearly all cases we have things we confess that we would like to have done different or improve upon in the year to come.  2008 is our chance it is the "Year of New Beginnings." Which is why our first teaching series of 2008 is entitled  CONFESSIONS.  Confession is looking back honestly and admitting that we have not done everything we could have or should have as the people of God.  Confession is not trying harder but by definition is "agreeing with God about our lives."  That makes confession the first necessary step for moving into the future under His guidance.  It means that more than a New Year's resolution grounded in our own determination drive and discipline we confess and ground our lives in agreeing with God that we are called to make a difference for the Kingdom of God in the East Valley.   Welcome to the "Year of New Beginnings" Sun, 6 Jan 2008 09:00:00 GMT