Central Church

2009-01-11-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 11th, 2009 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 5:8-14Topic: Faithfulness Notes:- Be sober, vigilant; pray, read, fellowship- Singles avoid relationships with unbelievers- You never fall into sin; you walk into sin- Beware in ministry: gold, glory, girls- You never get away with anything- We do what we want to do- You have the power to say no; you need will- Men/women on the prowl; it only takes one- Trust God to send right people into your life

2009-01-11-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 11th, 2009 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 5:1-7 Topic: The Church Notes:- Pastor has authority only after you submit- A shepherd stands between flock and danger- Flock must be fed pure Word of God- Shepherding must not be for personal gain- Leadership must sometimes do without for the sake of the flock- Submission to elders and one another- Cannot serve God if not committed to the body- Honor God and He will honor you- Love God/people, go to church, pay tithes…

2009-01-11-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 11th, 2009 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 5:1-7 Topic: The Church Notes:- Pastor has authority only after you submit- A shepherd stands between flock and danger- Flock must be fed pure Word of God- Shepherding must not be for personal gain- Leadership must sometimes do without for the sake of the flock- Submission to elders and one another- Cannot serve God if not committed to the body- Honor God and He will honor you- Love God/people, go to church, pay tithes…

2009-01-07-1845 Several speakers presented for 6:45 Wednesday evening January 7th, 2009 service.Scripture Ref: Topic: OutreachNotes: - Tom York: Jail Outreach- Terry Fahey: Community Outreach- Kelsey: Youth Mission Ecuador- Catharine: Youth Mission China- Alex Barnes: India Missions- Stacy Hennett: China Missions- Mike Canady- David Niemeyer

2009-01-04-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 4th, 2009 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: Colossians 2:1-10Topic: False Teaching Notes:- Every answer/solution is in Jesus- The enemy uses pervasive words to deceive in obsessive areas of our lives- Man obsessed with being healed; unbalanced in every area of life- Faith Movement, healings, teachers- Sometimes God wants you to be in a situation so that others will see His strength in you- If you don't find a church home/set your roots, you will be deceived

2009-01-04-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 4th, 2009 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:12-19 Topic: Faith Notes:- Suffering is inevitable- Don't suffer for foolishness (sin), but for Christ- Real faith is when you cannot see God in your life but still know He's there- Judgement of those who refuse to obey- Scarcely/fully saved (pregnancy analogy)- Some become desperate and redefine faith- Faith is not a tool to make things happen- You don't have to claim promises of God- When you put faith in God, you already have everything you need

2009-01-04-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 4th, 2009 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:12-19 Topic: Faith Notes:- Suffering is inevitable- Don't suffer for foolishness (sin), but for Christ- Real faith is when you cannot see God in your life but still know He's there- Judgement of those who refuse to obey- Scarcely/fully saved (pregnancy analogy)- Some become desperate and redefine faith- Faith is not a tool to make things happen- You don't have to claim promises of God- When you put faith in God, you already have everything you need

2008-12-31-2300 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 31st, 2008 in a special 11:00 New Year's Eve service.Scripture Ref: Rom 12:9; Psa 25:4&5; Luke 14:27; Acts 4:31; Heb 1:3; 1 Pet 5:8; Psa 19:67; Psa 55:22; Joh 14:21; Col 3:9; Ecc 12:13; Eph 4:22; Psa 94:12Topic: Scripture for the New YearNotes: - Pastor reads scriptures for each section of the congregation

2008-12-28-1730 Mike Canady is the speaker for Central on Sunday evening December 28th, 2008. Scripture Ref: Judges 16 Topic: FocusNotes: - Samson's progression of sin.- The enemy comes in and pesters us until we give in- Samson traded purity for pleasure, lost power- Samson suffered consequences, but God did not break covenant- Sin holds us captive that we cannot operate in the Spirit- Make well use of your time that you are not distracted- Remember where you came from, what God's done for you- Story of Arnold Palmer losing focus in 1961 Masters- Daniel walked in righteousness- Can't hide from the eyes of the Lord; walk humbly- Never take a vacation from the call for obedience- What's cutting in on you? Pride, jealousy, money- Chains of sin fall off; put on the armor- Put on the new man

2008-12-28-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 28th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:12-19 Topic: Suffering Notes:- We are victims of the fall of Adam; we live in a world contrary to God- We reap consequences or our actions- Parents just want to help their children; the best friend they could have- No man from this world can turn the nation around- The enemy hates you; every child of God has a "thorn in the flesh"- God uses suffering as a catalyst to bring change in us- If you're facing the fiery furnace, will you choose the easy way out?- Time for some to move on; stay too long and accumulate too much- Suffering tests our faith; going through something to gain something- Suffering because of other peoples decisions- So others can be delivered

2008-12-24-1600 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 24th, 2008 in a special 4:00 Christmas Eve service. Scripture Ref: Revelation 13; Daniel 11:40-41; 9:24-27Topic: Christmas Notes: - Sandra Livingston reads the Christmas story to the children- Candle lit communion service

2008-12-21-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 21st, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: Luke 1:31-33; Isaiah 9:6-7Topic: Jesus the Son Notes:- Pastor Melvin Lane departing- We are expectant of the day of the Lord, but no more so than others before us- The Angel Gabriel spoke to Mary what had been spoken before by the prophet Isaiah: what Jesus will be when He returns- Great: every person will know He is God- God promised to David that the throne would never depart his lineage- 12 Tribes of Israel in that day- The Government will rest on His shoulders- Wonderful Counselor: when you don't know what to do you turn to someone who is wise- Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace- Millennial reign

2008-12-21-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 21st, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: Luke 1:26-35; Isaiah 53 Topic: Jesus the Son Notes:- No logical explanation for conception by the Holy Spirit- We must believe to be saved- Jesus was active in scripture before born in the flesh- The Word became flesh at the appointed time in God' plan- Religion is man's attempt to run away from the truth- Jesus came to save us from our sins

2008-12-21-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 21st, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: Luke 1:26-35; Isaiah 53 Topic: Jesus the Son Notes:- No logical explanation for conception by the Holy Spirit- We must believe to be saved- Jesus was active in scripture before born in the flesh- The Word became flesh at the appointed time in God' plan- Religion is man's attempt to run away from the truth- Jesus came to save us from our sins

2008-12-17-1830 Paul Sebring is the speaker for 6:30 Wednesday evening December 17th, 2008Scripture Ref: Topic: ChristmasNotes: - Shepards

2008-12-14-1030 Lt. General William G. Boykin is the speaker this morning December 14th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: Daniel 1-4 Topic: Faithfulness Notes:- Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego- Nebuchadnezzar ruled known world- Daniel, interpretation of dream of kingdom's demise- Because these men stood for what they believed, God was revealed- Men fall to ego- We must all decide what who we are, what we will stand for- Each stood individually; we must stand on our own- Put in fiery furnace not knowing if God would deliver them- God didn't say He's spare us trial, but He'll stand with us- Prosperity preaching not of God- We are accountable; stand against evil (abortion, same sex marriage)

2008-12-14-0830 Lt. General William G. Boykin is the speaker this morning December 14th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: Daniel 1-4 Topic: Faithfulness Notes:- Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego- Nebuchadnezzar ruled known world- Daniel, interpretation of dream of kingdom's demise- Because these men stood for what they believed, God was revealed- Men fall to ego- We must all decide what who we are, what we will stand for- Each stood individually; we must stand on our own- Put in fiery furnace not knowing if God would deliver them- God didn't say He's spare us trial, but He'll stand with us- Prosperity preaching not of God- We are accountable; stand against evil (abortion, same sex marriage)

2008-12-11-1830 Gene Shelton is the speaker for 6:30 Wednesday evening December 11th, 2008Scripture Ref: Topic: ChristmasNotes:- Mary's story

2008-12-07-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 7th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: Revelation 13; Daniel 11:40-41; 9:24-27Topic: End TimesNotes:- The world is ripe for a super leader; in the past, financial struggles have brought evil men to the forefront- When rapture happens, key leaders will be gone (economic, military, political)- What if our computer systems, electricity destroyed- European Union to become revived Roman Empire- Global computerization, tracking, no more privacy, eventual control- Israel is still the most tempestuous place in the world; God still has a plan for Israel.- We are not earth dwellers; we have overcome the enemy- Antichrist is not to rule all continents, will be attacked by South, East- Tribulation is not needed to perfect the Church. Jesus did that.- Israel and The Church are not the same. We must have compassion on Jewish people and tell them the gospel.

2008-12-07-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 7th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:7-9; I Corinthians 10:11; I Timothy 4:1; Daniel 9-10 Topic: End Times Notes:- Earth will remain forever with seasons, night/day, etc.- Jesus will be unending light in New Jerusalem- The last days are from Resurrection to the Second Coming- The condition of the earth will intensify as we draw closer- Everything man has done for himself will end: government, financial, military, religion…- Be watchful; the end is near- Christmas: no one knows Jesus' birthday; Easter (pagan?)- Don't ever substitute knowledge for relationship- 70 weeks, rapture, tribulation, 2nd coming, millennium, day of the Lord, new heaven/earth

2008-12-07-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 7th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:7-9; I Corinthians 10:11; I Timothy 4:1; Daniel 9-10 Topic: End Times Notes:- Earth will remain forever with seasons, night/day, etc.- Jesus will be unending light in New Jerusalem- The last days are from Resurrection to the Second Coming- The condition of the earth will intensify as we draw closer- Everything man has done for himself will end: government, financial, military, religion…- Be watchful; the end is near- Christmas: no one knows Jesus' birthday; Easter (pagan?)- Don't ever substitute knowledge for relationship- 70 weeks, rapture, tribulation, 2nd coming, millennium, day of the Lord, new heaven/earth

2008-12-03-1830 Greg Baker is the speaker for 6:30 Wednesday evening December 3rd, 2008Scripture Ref: Topic: ChristmasNotes:- Mary's story

2008-11-30-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening November 30th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:1-6Topic: SufferingNotes:- When walking in neighborhood, carry protection. You never know what is coming- Suffering is a part of serving God; expect to be ambushed- When you do right and walk in faith, the enemy is coming after you- We as Americans have never truly suffered for our faith- Others suffer the threat of death for following Jesus- When we've decided that Jesus is worth dying for then we know not to mess around with sin any more- We've wasted enough time acting like Christians without bearing fruit- At the end of the day, are you happy; do you have a happy home?- Happy are the people who's God is the Lord

2008-11-30-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 30th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 3:18-22 Topic: The Church Notes:- The end is coming; the Church's concern should be the gospel only- We have turned church life into a weekend celebration; Sunday School, baptism deemphasized- The Church is a lifestyle, a mission, requires sacrifice, a cost- Give testimony, worship, pray- Any called preacher must decide to tell the people what they want to hear or what God instructs- In a church, one's heart must be examined, urged to repentance- Jesus died to bring us to God, not to give great earthly blessing- The benefits should not outweigh the sacrifice- You cannot build a ministry on the abundant life, healing…- Everyone gets the chance to hear the truth: Enoch, Methuselah- Judgement is coming- Baptism can not save; one must be saved first, but Jesus told us to be baptized, therefore we should be- Do you have a good conscience toward God?

2008-11-30-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 30th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 3:18-22 Topic: The Church Notes:- The end is coming; the Church's concern should be the gospel only- We have turned church life into a weekend celebration; Sunday School, baptism deemphasized- The Church is a lifestyle, a mission, requires sacrifice, a cost- Give testimony, worship, pray- Any called preacher must decide to tell the people what they want to hear or what God instructs- In a church, one's heart must be examined, urged to repentance- Jesus died to bring us to God, not to give great earthly blessing- The benefits should not outweigh the sacrifice- You cannot build a ministry on the abundant life, healing…- Everyone gets the chance to hear the truth: Enoch, Methuselah- Judgement is coming- Baptism can not save; one must be saved first, but Jesus told us to be baptized, therefore we should be- Do you have a good conscience toward God?

2008-11-16-1030 Dr. Lamar Vest is the speaker this morning November 23rd, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Dr. Vest is a former General Overseer of the Church of God and has recently been elected as the President of the American Bible Society. Scripture Ref: II Timothy 2:8-9 Topic: Scripture Notes:

2008-11-16-0830 Dr. Lamar Vest is the speaker this morning November 23rd, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Dr. Vest is a former General Overseer of the Church of God and has recently been elected as the President of the American Bible Society. Scripture Ref: II Timothy 2:8-9 Topic: Scripture Notes:

2008-11-16-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening November 16th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 3:14-17; 4:12-13; Job 1:1-8Topic: SufferingNotes:- The Church has been taught (through TV) that you only suffer when you don't have enough faith- To suffer means to put up with- God trusts some to suffer some things.- The faithfulness of the righteous in suffering is a testimony of God- If you suffer for righteousness, you will be blessed- Job suffered because he was righteous- We are saved by grace, not works (confession, ritual)- It is time to fall in love with sinners instead of being angry

2008-11-16-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 16th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 3:8-13 Topic: The Church Notes:- We have many differences but we are family with Jesus in common- Have compassion for one another; election, mudslinging, church infected but we do not belong here- Love as brothers. We don't have permission to be angry at anyone- The devil divides; Jesus unites- Don't return evil for evil; bless your enemies- My tongue is the source of most of my problems; when Isaiah saw the Lord, he thought first of his tongue- If you want long happy days, keep tongue from speaking evil & deceit- When the devil and Michael spoke of Moses' body, Michael did not argue or speak against the devil- We cannot speak against the enemy, God will take care of that in time- Pursue peace; God's eyes are on the righteous

2008-11-16-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 16th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 3:8-13 Topic: The Church Notes:- We have many differences but we are family with Jesus in common- Have compassion for one another; election, mudslinging, church infected but we do not belong here- Love as brothers. We don't have permission to be angry at anyone- The devil divides; Jesus unites- Don't return evil for evil; bless your enemies- My tongue is the source of most of my problems; when Isaiah saw the Lord, he thought first of his tongue- If you want long happy days, keep tongue from speaking evil & deceit- When the devil and Michael spoke of Moses' body, Michael did not argue or speak against the devil- We cannot speak against the enemy, God will take care of that in time- Pursue peace; God's eyes are on the righteous

2008-11-09-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening November 9th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: 1 Peter 3:7Topic: MenNotes:- Every relationship/marriage must be maintained, cared for, nurtured- Christ's love for the Church illustrated by the marriage of man and woman; we become one with Jesus when born again- When a man loves his wife, he loves Jesus; mistreats his wife/Jesus- A man can be no closer to God than he is to his wife- Story: as young evangelist, left Sandra at apartment to preach revival.- Men fear rejection, build up resistance, live defensively, find distractions

2008-11-09-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 9th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 3:1-7 Topic: Women Notes:- We mustn't translate scripture to accommodate our lifestyle (ex. Homosexual)- Women need to consider if they are willing to obey scripture before becoming a wife- The notion of women as objects to serve (Islam) is not biblical- Do not use scripture to manipulate people to your cause- To submit is to recognize God's design of man as the head- The goodness of God leads to repentance- Adornment should be inward, a gentle quiet spirit- Leadership of the country has been bad a long time; Jesus is our hope- No man or city has ever been in charge: all power belongs to Jesus- Pleasing God doesn't mean being conservative; God has emotion – sees us as he precious children- Submission to husband is offensive to modern women- Husbands honor your wives, support, hold her up as the weaker vessel- Together man and wife become a formidable force; her weakness makes him strong (Sandra in Mongolia)

2008-11-09-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 9th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 3:1-7 Topic: Women Notes:- We mustn't translate scripture to accommodate our lifestyle (ex. Homosexual)- Women need to consider if they are willing to obey scripture before becoming a wife- The notion of women as objects to serve (Islam) is not biblical- Do not use scripture to manipulate people to your cause- To submit is to recognize God's design of man as the head- The goodness of God leads to repentance- Adornment should be inward, a gentle quiet spirit- Leadership of the country has been bad a long time; Jesus is our hope- No man or city has ever been in charge: all power belongs to Jesus- Pleasing God doesn't mean being conservative; God has emotion – sees us as he precious children- Submission to husband is offensive to modern women- Husbands honor your wives, support, hold her up as the weaker vessel- Together man and wife become a formidable force; her weakness makes him strong (Sandra in Mongolia)

2008-11-02-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening November 2nd, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: II Kings 19:14-19Topic: FearNotes:- Hezekiah was threatened, gave himself to the Lord- First, give yourself to the Lord then give of yourself- It is foolish to rely on anyone or anything else but God- Threats concerning jobs, well being; we become weary and panic- The enemy threatens the salvation of our children- Our prayers are not in vain- Abortion-52 million murders; tribulation coming- Threat of economy on ministry; prayer over budget

2008-11-02-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 2nd, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: John 13:12-17; II Chronicles 15:7-15 Topic: Obedience Notes:- Biblical institution of family, abortion, Israel- Remove the idols, restore the altar- Reinstitute prayer in the home, our lives- Remove the idols, find rest- It is foolish for a man not to take care of his family, pay tithes, not to rely on the Lord

2008-11-02-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning November 2nd, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: John 13:12-17; II Chronicles 15:7-15 Topic: Obedience Notes:- Biblical institution of family, abortion, Israel- Remove the idols, restore the altar- Reinstitute prayer in the home, our lives- Remove the idols, find rest- It is foolish for a man not to take care of his family, pay tithes, not to rely on the Lord

2008-10-26-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 26th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: 1 Peter 2:18-25 Topic: Servanthood Notes:

2008-10-26-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 26th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: 1 Peter 2:18-25 Topic: Servanthood Notes:

2008-10-19-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening October 19th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: 1 Peter 2:15-17Topic: ServanthoodNotes:- The Bible is simple instruction of how we should live- The Church is to proclaim the message of the gospel through the power of the Holy Spirit to change people, not to endorse politicians and solve political issues- We are to be respectful of people; we won't get them to the truth is they think we hate them- Muslims are coming to Christ- As society rots, youth show more disrespect for elders- God will bless anyone who honors His institution of family - Fear God. Tremble before Him

2008-10-19-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 19th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: 1 Peter 2:11-15 Topic: Servanthood Notes:- Don't get caught up in this world (economic crisis); act like a stranger- Stay focused, abstain from fleshly lusts- When we feel condemnation we cannot approach God with confidence- We represent the gospel. Act like Jesus- Submit to authority; set the example- The thing you wrestle with most could become your greatest strength- Covenants are made because we change our minds- Marriage is never what you think it will be- Submission is required to keep a covenant- Everything you do as a Christian is for someone else's sake- Following Jesus is not what you thought it would be

2008-10-19-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 19th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: 1 Peter 2:11-15 Topic: Servanthood Notes:- Don't get caught up in this world (economic crisis); act like a stranger- Stay focused, abstain from fleshly lusts- When we feel condemnation we cannot approach God with confidence- We represent the gospel. Act like Jesus- Submit to authority; set the example- The thing you wrestle with most could become your greatest strength- Covenants are made because we change our minds- Marriage is never what you think it will be- Submission is required to keep a covenant- Everything you do as a Christian is for someone else's sake- Following Jesus is not what you thought it would be

2008-10-12-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening October 12th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 2:7-10Topic: ObedienceNotes:- I want to remember Jesus' presence within me and live such that He is not hurt; must measure my words, ways according to Jesus- If we live in obedience, counting Jesus as precious, we will not be put to shame, will not stumble (but will wrestle)- When we know what is right and do not do it, we are in sin and will stumble- Do whatever the Word of the Lord says- A chosen generation: we didn't choose Him; He chose us- We are both royalty and priesthood unto God; it is our inheritance to reign with Him- We know that before the anti-Christ, things must get worse. Dictators come into power when economy is bad. He will come to lead people into prosperity. One world economy.- Our hope is in Jesus, not to be caught up in this world and the economic crisis

2008-10-12-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 12th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 2:1-6; Psalm 51:17; Hebrews 13:15-16; Matthew 5:43-45 Topic: Holy Living Notes:- What God has chosen, men have rejected- Because of Jesus, we are able to offer spiritual sacrifice to God; we are built up and increased as we do- We are a holy priesthood who can approach the throne of God- Jesus' blood is applied to us so we no longer shed the blood of animals- We need a broken spirit, humility: spiritual sacrifice- God acknowledges my achievements, but he blesses my sacrifices- God doesn't look at what you give, but what you've left after giving- Live with dependence on God; bless others with what He gives and he will take care of you- Arrogance turns people off; humility impresses people- Praise is a spiritual sacrifice- The Lord will lift you up (example of dog)- Acts of goodness, kindness are spiritual sacrifice

2008-10-12-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 12th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 2:1-6; Psalm 51:17; Hebrews 13:15-16; Matthew 5:43-45 Topic: Holy Living Notes:- What God has chosen, men have rejected- Because of Jesus, we are able to offer spiritual sacrifice to God; we are built up and increased as we do- We are a holy priesthood who can approach the throne of God- Jesus' blood is applied to us so we no longer shed the blood of animals- We need a broken spirit, humility: spiritual sacrifice- God acknowledges my achievements, but he blesses my sacrifices- God doesn't look at what you give, but what you've left after giving- Live with dependence on God; bless others with what He gives and he will take care of you- Arrogance turns people off; humility impresses people- Praise is a spiritual sacrifice- The Lord will lift you up (example of dog)- Acts of goodness, kindness are spiritual sacrifice

2008-10-05-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening October 5th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:22-2:3; Colossians 4:6Topic: ScriptureNotes:- Story: grandson with knife. God gives so much, but we want what he hasn't given. He will take away, but we fight to keep- Economic crisis could be God taking away- What am I trying to hold onto? Job, relationships…- We want to blame the devil, but he has very little to do with my life- Hold loosely and thankfully- Jesus was ordained before the foundation of the world as our salvation- Never substitute preaching for reading the Word of God- Need fellowship with believers to walk in the Spirit (sincere love for the brethren)- the more Word in your heart, the more it will come out in your life.- lay aside anger, deceit, hypocrisy, envy

2008-10-05-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 5th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:13-21; Isaiah 65:17; I John 2:17 Topic: Holy Living Notes:- In biblical times men tied up looseness in their robes when gardening to not hinder work. just as we are told to tie up the loins of our mind.- Let your hope rest fully in Jesus Christ.- When we imitate Christ, obey scriptures, we began to be holy- When saved we are seen as holy in the eyes of God; must live it out- We must give account for every word and action- Redeemed: Jesus came to us, took us out, set us free- We're not redeemed with corruptible things; success has nothing to do with money; be rich in Christ, not worldly possession- The world loves money, but it is God who will take care of you

2008-10-05-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 5th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:13-21; Isaiah 65:17; I John 2:17 Topic: Holy Living Notes:- In biblical times men tied up looseness in their robes when gardening to not hinder work. just as we are told to tie up the loins of our mind.- Let your hope rest fully in Jesus Christ.- When we imitate Christ, obey scriptures, we began to be holy- When saved we are seen as holy in the eyes of God; must live it out- We must give account for every word and action- Redeemed: Jesus came to us, took us out, set us free- We're not redeemed with corruptible things; success has nothing to do with money; be rich in Christ, not worldly possession- The world loves money, but it is God who will take care of you

2008-09-28-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening September 26th, 2008 in the 5:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:6-10; Romans 5:9; I Thessalonians 1:10; 5:9; Revelation 3:10; II Corinthians 5:14-18Topic: SalvationNotes:- The revelation of Jesus Christ is His return. Jesus teaching to Israel, not concerning the rapture- Paul taught on the rapture, catching away of the saints- Salvation from the wrath of God coming on this world- God has judged nations and people, but has never poured out His wrath on the whole earth- Salvation is when God reconciles you to Himself; you will never suffer His wrath. Jesus took the wrath for us all- Body of Christ: the Spirit of Christ dwells in us; we are one in Him- Regard no one according to the flesh (cultural pride, heritage)

2008-09-28-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 28th, 2008 in the 10:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:3-9; II Timothy 2:13; Isaiah 64:4-5 Topic: Faith Notes:- The world is rotting, look up, do not worry- You don't need faith when things are good; our faith should be most obvious when troubles come- Faith is not a feeling.- There is a saving faith, but also an act of faith- Don't imitate other's faith; trust Him in your situation- End Time overview: battle of Gog and Magog, Russia will determine to take Israel; resurrection of Israel, Russia, Old Roman Empier (European Union); Jesus to return- Trials sent by God to reveal genuine faith- He is faithful; we are not- We do not move the hand of God by praying louder or reminding Him- He acts for the one who waits, meets the one who rejoices

2008-09-28-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 28th, 2008 in the 8:30 service. Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:3-9; II Timothy 2:13; Isaiah 64:4-5 Topic: Faith Notes:- The world is rotting, look up, do not worry- You don't need faith when things are good; our faith should be most obvious when troubles come- Faith is not a feeling.- There is a saving faith, but also an act of faith- Don't imitate other's faith; trust Him in your situation- End Time overview: battle of Gog and Magog, Russia will determine to take Israel; resurrection of Israel, Russia, Old Roman Empier (European Union); Jesus to return- Trials sent by God to reveal genuine faith- He is faithful; we are not- We do not move the hand of God by praying louder or reminding Him- He acts for the one who waits, meets the one who rejoices