Central Church

2008-03-12-1900 Rabbi Sam Nadler is a guest speaker for Central Church of God for the 7:30 evening service March 12th, 2008. Pastor Livingston speaks briefly.Scripture Ref: Exodus 12:1-12Topic: PassoverNotes:- Redemption, Deliverance, Salvation- Redemption began at Passover- Redemption calendar, new year begins at Passover- New orientation of life around the Lamb, new creation- Salvation for Gentiles in order to make Israel jealous- Can He see the blood in your life? Is there a testimony?

2008-03-09-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening March 9th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Ephesians 1:7-14Topic: HopeNotes:- Man is divided, self-centered- God will make known the mysteries of His will- All will be gathered to Him in unity for His purpose: to serve Him, glorify and praise Him, work in His kingdom- Most countries people are trying to survive one more day- The earth is under a curse which will one day be lifted- He will break the curse, there will be no tears, pain, sadness

2008-03-09-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning March 9th, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 5:18-21; Acts 17:29-31 Topic: Hope Notes:- In a multicultural congregation, people will be offended- We get caught up in the affairs of this life- We are sheep among wolves, things will not improve- War, Election … give it to Jesus- Underpaid teachers, officers, military…overpaid athletes, actors … efforts to boost economy instead of morality- We force democracy on others … for own safety- We need not worry about earthly things when we have the Truth- We love our children because they are born to us and remind us of ourselves; God loves us yet we are nothing like Him

2008-03-09-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning March 9th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 5:18-21; Acts 17:29-31 Topic: Hope Notes:- In a multicultural congregation, people will be offended- We get caught up in the affairs of this life- We are sheep among wolves, things will not improve- War, Election … give it to Jesus- Underpaid teachers, officers, military…overpaid athletes, actors … efforts to boost economy instead of morality- We force democracy on others … for own safety- We need not worry about earthly things when we have the Truth- We love our children because they are born to us and remind us of ourselves; God loves us yet we are nothing like Him

2008-03-02-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening March 3rd, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Col 2:8-10Topic: FaithNotes:- Don't depend on man- Have victory in God, want to see Jesus

2008-03-02-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning March 2nd, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: 2 Peter 3:9-13; Matthew 24:36-51 Topic: Victory Notes:- Ice cream story: Pastor and grandson- Watchfulness- Be on guard, looking for Him today, Blessed Hope

2008-03-02-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning March 2nd, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: 2 Peter 3:9-13; Matthew 24:36-51 Topic: Victory Notes:- Ice cream story: Pastor and grandson- Watchfulness- Be on guard, looking for Him today, Blessed Hope

2008-02-24-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening February 24th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Topic: SufferingNotes: - Joni Erickson interview-"if this is the Lord's plan for my life"- We would change many things if we could- We want God's plan, but we don't account for tragedy, suffering- Tim Hayes-brief testimony: medic, lost legs, unconscious for 8 days, walked with Jesus- God knows us and knows what we need- Story of flight course, change in weather, God knows best- We need to repent for thinking we know better and not trusting God- Make a commitment to not complain, try to see God in everything

2008-02-24-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 24th, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 3:14; Colossians 1:13; Ephesians 2:8-10Topic: GraceNotes:- Curse of the Law, inability to keep the whole law, need for Christ- Blessing of Abraham, through faith in Christ, man is reconciled to God- Righteousness cannot be achieved, only received as a gift from God- We set standards we cannot achieve and sense condemnation- God cannot love you any more/less than He does now- Bring it to God-lust, greed, hatred …- God is not dealing with us in time, but for eternity- Car restoration, speed bumps- Paul's thorn in the flesh- You cannot be effective until you take it to Him

2008-02-24-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 24th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 3:14; Colossians 1:13; Ephesians 2:8-10Topic: GraceNotes:- Curse of the Law, inability to keep the whole law, need for Christ- Blessing of Abraham, through faith in Christ, man is reconciled to God- Righteousness cannot be achieved, only received as a gift from God- We set standards we cannot achieve and sense condemnation- God cannot love you any more/less than He does now- Bring it to God-lust, greed, hatred …- God is not dealing with us in time, but for eternity- Car restoration, speed bumps- Paul's thorn in the flesh- You cannot be effective until you take it to Him

2008-02-17-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening February 17th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Galatians 5:7-8Topic: FaithfulnessNotes: - Remember the goodness and faithfulness of the Lord. Be patient.- Abraham and Isaac. God sees the problem and solution at the same time.- We see things happen suddenly, but they've been developing- Beginnings of Central in prayer, new school- When you finally give up, you see God move- Have faith. Out of deadness comes life- You reap what you sow; give and you shall receive. Ask, obey, trust.

2008-02-17-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 17th, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Kings 2:2; I Corinthians 16:13; Ephesians 5; I Peter 3:1-2, 7; I Timothy 5:8Topic: MenNotes:- A man must serve the Lord, provide for family, pay bills, tithes, taxes, help at home and with children- Take leadership, never belittle wife-love your wife as Christ the church- Be at home, where you're needed, doing what you're supposed to be- Men have surrendered spiritual leadership to women, feminization- Men do more damage to children by not fulfilling their call- Don't confuse wife's expectations with God's call; men are warriors- You cannot be like every man in scripture- Why Men Hate to Go to Church- Women defame their husbands by deeming them not spiritual enough- Nothing should become more important to a woman than her husband

2008-02-17-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 17th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Kings 2:2; I Corinthians 16:13; Ephesians 5; I Peter 3:1-2, 7; I Timothy 5:8Topic: MenNotes:- A man must serve the Lord, provide for family, pay bills, tithes, taxes, help at home and with children- Take leadership, never belittle wife-love your wife as Christ the church- Be at home, where you're needed, doing what you're supposed to be- Men have surrendered spiritual leadership to women, feminization- Men do more damage to children by not fulfilling their call- Don't confuse wife's expectations with God's call; men are warriors- You cannot be like every man in scripture- Why Men Hate to Go to Church- Women defame their husbands by deeming them not spiritual enough- Nothing should become more important to a woman than her husband

2008-02-10-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening February 10th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Topic: MenNotes: - Life comes out of death to self- Feminization of men in the church, expectation that man should respond to God the same as a woman does- Men resent what they are expected to be- Men feel spiritually deficient and so they back up- You'll never be as spiritual as your wife wants you to be- The call on man has been re-formulated by women so that men feel they don't pray enough, cry enough- Man is to be head of the house; God does not honor a woman who takes that position- Women need to honor God's order, let the husband be a man, let God do the work- Deer hunting

2008-02-10-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 10th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: John 2:18-25; 11:15; Romans 4:19; Psalm 139:1-6; Hebrews 11Topic: FaithNotes:- We don't understand Christianity/Scripture enough to rightly divide- God doesn't get upset because we question His ways- Mary & Martha . disciples at sea: "Lord, do you not care?"- Jesus waited until Lazarus died- From purely logical perspective, Christianity is a joke- Faith cannot operate until there is nothing to trust besides God- Abraham believed God without considering his age, or Sara's womb- God knows every thought, my lying down …- People are miserable, looking ahead for a better place- Paul once a blasphemer because he thought he understood God- Quit focusing on the hopelessness of your situation

2008-02-10-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 10th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: John 2:18-25; 11:15; Romans 4:19; Psalm 139:1-6; Hebrews 11Topic: FaithNotes:- We don't understand Christianity/Scripture enough to rightly divide- God doesn't get upset because we question His ways- Mary & Martha . disciples at sea: "Lord, do you not care?"- Jesus waited until Lazarus died- From purely logical perspective, Christianity is a joke- Faith cannot operate until there is nothing to trust besides God- Abraham believed God without considering his age, or Sara's womb- God knows every thought, my lying down …- People are miserable, looking ahead for a better place- Paul once a blasphemer because he thought he understood God- Quit focusing on the hopelessness of your situation

2008-02-06-1900 Dr. George Voorhis talks this evening February 6th, 2008 in the 7:00 evening service. He answers questions from the congregation about the Bible and doctrine.Scripture Ref: variousTopic: QuestionsNotes: - What day is it? Calander changes- What happens to a suicide? (psychological explanation)- How did Judas Iscariot die?- Matthew 24-destruction of Jerusalem- How do we know between fear, anxiety, discernment?- When do we receive Holy Spirit? At salvation?- Which day is Sabbath?- Why does God let young people die?- Islam in the world.

2008-02-03-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening February 3rd, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Daniel 1Topic: Holy LivingNotes: - Prayer is a privilege, not something to be notched off - God is delighted with those who recognize His presence - We need to get to the place we ask "Lord, what do you want me to do," instead of "Do this for me." - Whatever God gives you is good, wherever He sends you is good - His plan is for His glory and your good, not painful or disappointing - God's guidance; you've never been on your own - Flying lessons: can't live a "what if " walk with God, afraid. - Trust God, you are given numbered days - We are kept by the power of God, no need to worry about future

2008-02-03-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 3rd, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Timothy 1:15-20; I Samuel 24:5; II Corinthians 1:12; Proverbs 28:1; Acts 23:1; 24:16Topic: Holy Notes: - Elections, political activists, tactics of distraction - What is driving me, influencing my decisions - Our biggest mistake is when we don't seek counsel of the Lord - Israel become allies to the Gibeonites - Marriages, business deals - Busy chasing dreams, passions, ambitions; never get a hold of God's perfect plan

2008-02-03-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning February 3rd, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Timothy 1:15-20; I Samuel 24:5; II Corinthians 1:12; Proverbs 28:1; Acts 23:1; 24:16Topic: Holy Notes: - Elections, political activists, tactics of distraction - What is driving me, influencing my decisions - Our biggest mistake is when we don't seek counsel of the Lord - Israel become allies to the Gibeonites - Marriages, business deals - Busy chasing dreams, passions, ambitions; never get a hold of God's perfect plan

2008-01-30-1900 Dr. George Voorhis talks this evening January 30th, 2008 in the 7:00 evening service. He answers questions from the congregation about the Bible and doctrine.Scripture Ref: variousTopic: QuestionsNotes: - Is being slain in the spirit biblical? - Who is Melchizedeck? - Rev. 9:6-people pray to die and cannot die, tribulation, locusts - #, name and mark of the beast - God sends an animal to kill a prophet of God - Define the glory of God, physical/spiritual attributes

2008-01-27-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 27th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: John 10:1-5; Luke 24:27Topic: The ChurchNotes: - Sheep kept in caves; sheep cannot rest with stranger present; each shepherd made a noise that his sheep recognized - Jesus' sheep know His voice; learn it through scripture first - Spirituality is not spooky; it is a confidence in the scriptures - People over-spiritualize - When the spirit moves on you, you change, forgive, repent - Fixation on miracles, signs, wonders; school of the prophets - A shepherd will lay down his life for his sheep - Young believers need wise counsel from experienced believers

2008-01-27-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 27th, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: II Samuel 22:33-39Topic: VictoryNotes: - God gives victory through Jesus; this is truth, not positive confession - Satan has a plan for your destruction; demoniac living in the tombs; we must come face to face with Jesus to be freed - Too many Christians still see themselves as victims; sensitivity - Chuck Norris: never truly fought because of confidence in his eye - We see through eyes of gender, race, social standing - When you're sensitive, you're always defensive - Faith is not used to get what you want, but the gift of knowing that through everything, we have victory in Jesus; we have hope - God never expects us to run; the spirit moved David to face the enemy

2008-01-27-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 27th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: II Samuel 22:33-39Topic: VictoryNotes: - God gives victory through Jesus; this is truth, not positive confession - Satan has a plan for your destruction; demoniac living in the tombs; we must come face to face with Jesus to be freed - Too many Christians still see themselves as victims; sensitivity - Chuck Norris: never truly fought because of confidence in his eye - We see through eyes of gender, race, social standing - When you're sensitive, you're always defensive - Faith is not used to get what you want, but the gift of knowing that through everything, we have victory in Jesus; we have hope - God never expects us to run; the spirit moved David to face the enemy

2008-01-23-1900 Dr. George Voorhis talks this evening January 23rd, 2008 in the 7:00 evening service. He answers questions from the congregation about the Bible and doctrine.Scripture Ref: variousTopic: QuestionsNotes:

2008-01-20-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 20th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Psalm 48:14; Isaiah 30:21; Luke 1:79Topic: PurposeNotes: - Prayer is a privilege, not something to be notched off- God is delighted with those who recognize His presence- We need to get to the place we ask "Lord, what do you want me to do," instead of "Do this for me."- Whatever God gives you is good, wherever He sends you is good- His plan is for His glory and your good, not painful or disappointing- God's guidance; you've never been on your own- Flying lessons: can't live a "what if " walk with God, afraid.- Trust God, you are given numbered days- We are kept by the power of God, no need to worry about future

008-01-20-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 20th, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Joshua 9:1-14Topic: Choices / DecisionsNotes:- Elections, political activists, tactics of distraction- What is driving me, influencing my decisions- Our biggest mistake is when we don't seek counsel of the Lord- Israel become allies to the Gibeonites- Marriages, business deals- Busy chasing dreams, passions, ambitions; never get a hold of God's perfect plan

2008-01-20-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 20th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Joshua 9:1-14Topic: Choices / DecisionsNotes:- Elections, political activists, tactics of distraction- What is driving me, influencing my decisions- Our biggest mistake is when we don't seek counsel of the Lord- Israel become allies to the Gibeonites- Marriages, business deals- Busy chasing dreams, passions, ambitions; never get a hold of God's perfect plan

2008-01-16-1900 Dr. George Voorhis talks this evening January 16th, 2008 in the 7:00 evening service. He answers questions from the congregation about the Bible and doctrine.Scripture Ref: variousTopic: QuestionsNotes: - Is being slain in the spirit biblical?- Who is Melchizedeck?- Rev. 9:6-people pray to die and cannot die, tribulation, locusts- #, name and mark of the beast- God sends an animal to kill a prophet of God- Define the glory of God, physical/spiritual attributes

2008-01-13-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 13th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Scripture Ref: Topic: Holy SpiritNotes: - Many people want doctrine only, no emotion or boldness in witnessing- Pentecost- Freedom that other countries have in worship- If Jesus has done for you then worship Him in the Spirit- Worship service

2008-01-13-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 13th, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Titus 3:1-7; Romans 2:1-4Topic: RepentanceNotes:- Everything you have is a gift from God- Satan always makes things look worse than they are.- Unforgivable sin- We are saved by mercy and grace, not anything we do- We are commanded to repent, but He leads us to repentance- We can only repent by divine intervention- Faith (to believe the gospel) is a gift from God- Four kinds of repentance- Judas failed God, felt no hope- Suicide, depression- Falling out of love; Lord can restore love, not hopeless

2008-01-13-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 13th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Titus 3:1-7; Romans 2:1-4Topic: RepentanceNotes:- Everything you have is a gift from God- Satan always makes things look worse than they are.- Unforgivable sin- We are saved by mercy and grace, not anything we do - We are commanded to repent, but He leads us to repentance - We can only repent by divine intervention - Faith (to believe the gospel) is a gift from God - Four kinds of repentance - Judas failed God, felt no hope - Suicide, depression

2008-01-09-1900 Dr. George Voorhis talks this evening January 9th, 2008 in the 7:00 evening service. He answers questions from the congregation about the Bible and doctrine.Scripture Ref: variousTopic: QuestionsNotes: - Questions: Can the dead in Christ know what's happening on earth?- What is the difference between sin that leads to death/does not?- When was Satan cast out of heaven?- Calvinism

2008-01-06-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening January 6th, 2008 in the 6:30 service. Brenda Livingston and several other ladies do a presentation on the women's ministry of Central Church. Christina gives her testimony.Scripture Ref: Topic: Women's MinistryNotes: Women's Ministry- Testimonies: Chris Black, ChristinaPastor Livingston- We often hate, judge, condemn those Jesus died for- Story of prodigal son, Tom O'Boyle's son- God has a love that won't quit- Not one of us could stand without the blood of Jesus

2008-01-06-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 6th, 2008 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: John 20:19-23; 21:1-3; 16:19-20Topic: EnduranceNotes:- God never gave man the power to forgive, but to proclaim forgiveness- Forgiveness is first step in spiritual authority, I must know that I'm forgiven to be effective in helping others- Must operate in forgiveness, love people- Crippled man lowered into house to be healed/sins forgiven- 7 disciples quit, Christ's presence with them infrequent- Disciples upset at failing Jesus- "The Warrior Elite" book on navy seals training, ring bell to quit- Don't give up, don't quit, He will always be with you

2008-01-06-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning January 6th, 2008 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: John 20:19-23; 21:1-3; 16:19-20Topic: EnduranceNotes:- God never gave man the power to forgive, but to proclaim forgiveness- Forgiveness is first step in spiritual authority, I must know that I'm forgiven to be effective in helping others- Must operate in forgiveness, love people- Crippled man lowered into house to be healed/sins forgiven- 7 disciples quit, Christ's presence with them infrequent- Disciples upset at failing Jesus- "The Warrior Elite" book on navy seals training, ring bell to quit- Don't give up, don't quit, He will always be with you

2008-01-02-1900 Dr. George Voorhis talks this evening January 2nd, 2008 in the 7:00 evening service. He answers questions from the congregation about the Bible and doctrine.Scripture Ref: variousTopic: QuestionsNotes: - Education (Seminary etc.)- Question: What is the Church of God's teaching on eternal security?- Creeds: Apostle's, Nicene, Athanasian. Creeds changed over time.- Church of God Declaration of Faith- Calvinism- Methodist doctrine- Catholic doctrine- Baptist doctrine

2007-12-31-2300 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 31st, 2007 in a special 11:00 New Year's Eve service.Scripture Ref:1 Sam 14; Heb 13:6; Isa 40:29; 1 Pet 3:12; Jer 30:17; Mat 6:4; Psa 84:11; James 5:16; Psa 16:11; Psa 34:7; Josh 1:9; Prov 8:17; Phil 2:13Topic: Scripture for the New YearNotes: - Pastor reads scriptures for each section of the congregation

2007-12-30-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 30th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 4:17-19; 2:1Topic: AssuranceNotes: - We love people because we've seen them, but we do not see God.- He loved us before we loved Him, found me and saved me- Fear and torment: we focus on our failures, not on what He's done- He died so we could know that we have relationship with the Father- Growing up in fear "if I die today…"- God is long suffering, keeps us in His hand- We're torn between flesh and spirit- I will not pay penalty for sins but there are consequences- People fight daily; desire for alcohol, latent homosexual tendencies, vengeance, lust; there is no total sanctification in this life- You won't win every battle- How did I get here?- Parable of the pearl, worthless, unclean to the Jews, created out of pain- We must believe, accept, receive the love of Christ; not based on merit

2007-12-30-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 30th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 4:17-19; 2:1Topic: AssuranceNotes: - We love people because we've seen them, but we do not see God.- He loved us before we loved Him, found me and saved me- Fear and torment: we focus on our failures, not on what He's done- He died so we could know that we have relationship with the Father- Growing up in fear "if I die today…"- God is long suffering, keeps us in His hand- We're torn between flesh and spirit- I will not pay penalty for sins but there are consequences- People fight daily; desire for alcohol, latent homosexual tendencies, vengeance, lust; there is no total sanctification in this life- You won't win every battle- How did I get here?- Parable of the pearl, worthless, unclean to the Jews, created out of pain- We must believe, accept, receive the love of Christ; not based on merit

2007-12-24-1730 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 24th, 2007 in a special 5:30 candle lit Christmas Eve communion service.Scripture Ref:Topic: CommunionNotes:

2007-12-24-1600 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this evening December 24th, 2007 in a special 4:00 candle lit Christmas Eve communion service.Scripture Ref:Topic: CommunionNotes:

December 23rd, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Luke 1:26-38Topic: PurposeNotes: - God has a plan already in motion- The Word became flesh- Everyone "highly favored? suffers affliction, failure, danger- You have to lose everything, decrease that He may increase- He made Himself of no reputation- We are put into situations to reach others in situations- When a woman gives birth, her body is never the same, just as we are never the same after coming through spiritual trials- In a marathon, the point is to finish- We deserve hell, death; we face death daily for Jesus. "I die daily."- Why am I here and they are there? Childhood friends in prison- He's done for us so that we can do for somebody else

2007-12-23-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 23rd, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Luke 1:26-38Topic: PurposeNotes: - God has a plan already in motion- The Word became flesh- Everyone "highly favored? suffers affliction, failure, danger- You have to lose everything, decrease that He may increase- He made Himself of no reputation- We are put into situations to reach others in situations- When a woman gives birth, her body is never the same, just as we are never the same after coming through spiritual trials- In a marathon, the point is to finish- We deserve hell, death; we face death daily for Jesus. "I die daily."- Why am I here and they are there? Childhood friends in prison- He's done for us so that we can do for somebody else

2007-12-16-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening December 16th, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about assurance of salvation.Scripture Ref: I Corinthians 1:31Topic: AssuranceNotes: - Never thought my father/pastors struggled with things I did; felt spiritually inferior, isolated- Thought there was a level of spirituality where one doesn't struggle- It's wrong to feel guilty for missing church; going out of fear instead of love, obligation instead of privilege.- A generation was scarred by religious expectation, condemnation; scarred to think at any moment one might lose salvation- Take attention from what we can do and focus on what God has done- Jesus is interceding for us- Time only exists on earth. No time or waiting in heaven- Nothing can separate you from love of God; more than a conqueror

December 16th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 3:1-9; Romans 8; Psalm 119:8; Isaiah 53Topic: God the FatherNotes: - We'll never understand the love of God; when God feels, it is eternal, even the pain watching the crucifixion of His own Son.- He watched Jesus tortured that we might be called Sons of God- We are all exactly alike; no one reads or prays as they should- Point of salvation is that we have relationship with Jesus- We're in bondage when we feel closer/further because we 'do' enough- We cannot depend on our works; we feel unspiritual, unworthy- When saved, God puts new nature within; this nature does not sin- When we live in our old nature, we live defeated, but we will fall- Forget about you and worship Him

2007-12-16-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 16th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I John 3:1-9; Romans 8; Psalm 119:8; Isaiah 53Topic: God the FatherNotes: - We'll never understand the love of God; when God feels, it is eternal, even the pain watching the crucifixion of His own Son.- He watched Jesus tortured that we might be called Sons of God- We are all exactly alike; no one reads or prays as they should- Point of salvation is that we have relationship with Jesus- We're in bondage when we feel closer/further because we 'do' enough- We cannot depend on our works; we feel unspiritual, unworthy- When saved, God puts new nature within; this nature does not sin- When we live in our old nature, we live defeated, but we will fall- Forget about you and worship Him

2007-12-09-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 9th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:1-6; I Samuel 30:6; Hebrews 11:21; Psalm 119Topic: HopeNotes: - Everyone has an addiction- Every believer will endure trials and be grieved for a while- We have no strength except that which comes from the Lord- Those that G uses greatly, He wounds deeply- Everyone has the potential of creating great sin- God's culture - more important than ours: Teach me Your ways oh, Lord- Human nature - sin - it is in me- Your eyes always foucs on the things that can potentially destroy you- King David's sin with Bathsheba- Jacob's staff - used like a diary

2007-12-09-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 9th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Peter 1:1-6; I Samuel 30:6; Hebrews 11:21; Psalm 119Topic: HopeNotes: - Everyone has an addiction- Every believer will endure trials and be grieved for a while- We have no strength except that which comes from the Lord- Those that G uses greatly, He wounds deeply- Everyone has the potential of creating great sin- God's culture - more important than ours: Teach me Your ways oh, Lord- Human nature - sin - it is in me- Your eyes always foucs on the things that can potentially destroy you- King David's sin with Bathsheba- Jacob's staff - used like a diary

2007-12-02-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning December 2nd, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Ecclesiastes 3:1, 9-13; Hebrews 4:12-13Topic: FaithfulnessNotes: - Everything has a season; you can change the climate but not the season- You will go through each season- Every level of faith brings greater tension- You'll never be fully confident in God or what He's doing, but you do become more stable; you begin to rely on the Word and not emotions- The roots grow during the winter- The Bible is the thermostat that will change you; it gives life- The Word is a sword to pierce the heart, often cutting- Process of turning ram's horn into shofar: cutting, cleaning out- When it is winter in my life, what will I do?- In due season, you will reap if you do not give up