Central Church

2007-03-17-1900 Steve Wright, former Pastor from Providence Christian Center (also known as "The Hotdog Church") of San Francisco is the speaker for the 7:00 Wednesday evening March 17th, 2007. Steve has recently joined the staff of Central Church of God.Scripture Ref: Matthew 6:25-34; Hebrews 13:8; Exodus 16; Lamentations 3:22; Philippians 4:6-7Topic: WorryNotes:- Many worry constantly about troubles coming, finances, children, etc.- Sometimes we need to embrace our troubles- We cannot serve two masters; worry tries to take center stage- We reinforce worry, worry is selfish, tries to do without God- When father found out he was dying, learned to enjoy each moment- Manna for Israel; enough for the day- Jet Blue flight 292-watching your own demise- You get in trouble by falling in love with tomorrow, miss the moment- Worry explodes on people on around you when you snap- Catching monkeys; all they need to do is let go to be free

2007-10-14-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening October 7th, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about Pentecost and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit.Scripture Ref: Acts 19:1-7; 1:4-8; 2:1-2, 33, 38-39; 10:44-48; John 4:14; 7:37-39; Luke 24:49Topic: Holy SpiritNotes:

2007-10-14-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 14th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:1-2; 5; Ephesians 6Topic: Spiritual WarfareNotes: - As we mimic the sufferings of Christ, we cease sin- War on terrorism parallels the spiritual war going on- Put on the whole armor of God; enemy has a plan to get at you- Cannot win against sin unless you are hiding the Word in your heart- The battle is won or lost in your mind- Battles will never cease in this life- Childhood story of wasp nest; take on the devil- We try to avoid Goliath but God put him there; it took Goliath to take David from the wilderness to the palace- The more time you spend in God's presence, the more you hate evil- God use you enemies to promote you- Once the enemy is stirred up, you cannot relax; keep fighting- Seeking who he may devour, needs permission- When I stay busy on my knees, in the ministry, I don't have time to sin

2007-10-14-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 14th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:1-2; 5; Ephesians 6Topic: Spiritual WarfareNotes: - As we mimic the sufferings of Christ, we cease sin- War on terrorism parallels the spiritual war going on- Put on the whole armor of God; enemy has a plan to get at you- Cannot win against sin unless you are hiding the Word in your heart- The battle is won or lost in your mind- Battles will never cease in this life- Childhood story of wasp nest; take on the devil- We try to avoid Goliath but God put him there; it took Goliath to take David from the wilderness to the palace- The more time you spend in God's presence, the more you hate evil- God use you enemies to promote you- Once the enemy is stirred up, you cannot relax; keep fighting- Seeking who he may devour, needs permission- When I stay busy on my knees, in the ministry, I don't have time to sin

2007-10-07-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening October 7th, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about God's future plans for Israel and the Church.Scripture Ref: Isaiah 53; Ezekiel 36:19,24; 37; Daniel 9:24-27Topic: End TimesNotes:- Growing hatred of Jewish people; no solution to land disputes- America's survival rests on how we treat Israel- Church has not replaced Israel; Antisemitism in the Church- Dispensationalist theology-God works with a group at a time- Difference between God's work with Israel and with the Church- Jewish people think we hate them. - Rabbinical Jews do not study scripture themselves- Church called to reach out to Israel- God will judge Israel and restore them back to Him- Church judged at the cross; Israel through tribulation

2007-10-07-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 7th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 16:13-17, 24-27Topic: RelationshipNotes: - We are to rest in the Lord, but never to take it easy- Realize the brevity of life, uncertainty of what today holds- Sin is what we are, not what we do; we deserve hell- People go to church out of obligation; have impersonal relationship- What are you giving your soul to?- People know religion, but not scripture, not what Jesus said.- What you give up is hell.- Look up; redemption comes from Jesus, not the world- You don't belong to God because you belong to a church- Who do you say He is? The true Church are the people of God- Next to happen is rapture, judgement, marriage supper…

2007-10-07-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning October 7th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 16:13-17, 24-27Topic: RelationshipNotes: - We are to rest in the Lord, but never to take it easy- Realize the brevity of life, uncertainty of what today holds- Sin is what we are, not what we do; we deserve hell- People go to church out of obligation; have impersonal relationship- What are you giving your soul to?- People know religion, but not scripture, not what Jesus said.- What you give up is hell.- Look up; redemption comes from Jesus, not the world- You don't belong to God because you belong to a church- Who do you say He is? The true Church are the people of God- Next to happen is rapture, judgement, marriage supper…

2007-09-30-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening September 30th, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about angels.Scripture Ref: Psalm 34:4-7; Genesis 16; 18; 22:11; Exodus 23:20-23; Judges 6; 13:2-5Topic: AngelsNotes:- Misconceptions of angels- Angels created to do the bidding for God; we do not instruct them- Messengers of the Lord- El Shaddai (Angel of the Lord) is God- El Roi "God Who sees"- Appeared to Hagar, Abraham, Gideon. These were normal occurrences- Angels appear as normal people; no man can look at God and live unless God wants them to see Him- Story of Pastor saved from two thugs by man (Jesus)- Story of broken down bus in Bahamas, bolt embedded in ground- Story of broken down cab, vacant cab sent to take them- Angel of the Lord camps around those who fear Him and delivers them- How do you know you haven't seen Him?

2007-09-30-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 30th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Romans 15:4; II Samuel 23:20; Judges 6; John 21; Psalm 34:4-7Topic: HopeNotes:

2007-09-30-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 30th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Romans 15:4; II Samuel 23:20; Judges 6; John 21; Psalm 34:4-7Topic: HopeNotes:

2007-09-23-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening September 23rd, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about crying and tears.Scripture Ref: Psalm 126; I Samuel; Luke 7Topic: PrayingNotes:- Have you been crying lately?- Dread going to bed? Waiting for God to move?- When one cries, something supernatural takes place- We can all see times that God was moving unbeknownst to us- As a child crying at stump in the woods- Woman washed Jesus' feet with tears- Planting and reaping. Nothing is forgotten, all creation recycled- No tears or prayer in vain; God is moving in His own time- Seeds found in King Tut's tomb- Liquid prayer, precious seed- If you go out crying, you'll come back rejoicing- Be happy that you can cry; do not mistake depth for dryness

2007-09-23-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 23rd, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 6:19-21; Luke 21:34-36; Revelation 18; Genesis 6:11; Proverbs 30:7-9Topic: FaithfulnessNotes: - What has upset you this week?- Preaching today is gloomy, secular also- We're accustomed to great violence- The flood in Genesis was due to an earth filled with violence- Pedophiles, African children trained to murder, abortion- Our god is money, sports- Where your treasure is, there will be your heart also- Do not be acclimated to the world around you- We have no value except through Jesus Christ- We have so much so we don't depend on God- We're designed to be fulfilled in Him- Don't be given to drunkenness-to desire something such that you'd do anything to get it- When tired do projects carelessly (water filter), translates to spiritual- Must teach children in spiritual matters over schooling- Are you too comfortable, careless, concerned?

2007-09-23-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 23rd, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 6:19-21; Luke 21:34-36; Revelation 18; Genesis 6:11; Proverbs 30:7-9Topic: FaithfulnessNotes: - What has upset you this week?- Preaching today is gloomy, secular also- We're accustomed to great violence- The flood in Genesis was due to an earth filled with violence- Pedophiles, African children trained to murder, abortion- Our god is money, sports- Where your treasure is, there will be your heart also- Do not be acclimated to the world around you- We have no value except through Jesus Christ- We have so much so we don't depend on God- We're designed to be fulfilled in Him- Don't be given to drunkenness-to desire something such that you'd do anything to get it- When tired do projects carelessly (water filter), translates to spiritual- Must teach children in spiritual matters over schooling- Are you too comfortable, careless, concerned?

2007-09-16-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening September 16th, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about a personal relationship with Christ.Scripture Ref: Matthew 6:1-7Topic: RelationshipNotes:

2007-09-16-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 16th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 24:36-39; I Timothy 4:2; Acts 24:25; Ephesians 4:19Topic: RelationshipNotes: - Do you really believe Jesus is coming back? Time is short- Why are we trying to see how much we can get by with?- When will you get it together?- If my time is up, what will He say?- Seared conscience. We rejoice without repentance- If you love Me, keep my commandments- Gay churches, preachers-blatant violation of scripture- You will despise what God despises- You can be religious but not spiritual, given to lasciviousness- Cultural preaching- Man loves pleasure more than God

2007-09-16-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 16th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 24:36-39; I Timothy 4:2; Acts 24:25; Ephesians 4:19Topic: RelationshipNotes: - Do you really believe Jesus is coming back? Time is short- Why are we trying to see how much we can get by with?- When will you get it together?- If my time is up, what will He say?- Seared conscience. We rejoice without repentance- If you love Me, keep my commandments- Gay churches, preachers-blatant violation of scripture- You will despise what God despises- You can be religious but not spiritual, given to lasciviousness- Cultural preaching- Man loves pleasure more than God

2007-09-09-1830 Rabbi Sam Nadler is a guest speaker for Central Church of God for the 6:30 evening service September 9th, 2007. Pastor Livingston speaks briefly.Scripture Ref: Leviticus 23Topic: The Jewish PeopleNotes:• The seven Jewish holidays/festivals point to the Messiah, describe the plan of redemption• We all have traditions/customs; good when they reflect truth of God's word, bad when they replace truth of God's word• We can utilize traditions to communicate to people• Rash Hashanah-new year, day of judgement, new life• Shofar represents ram sacrificed in place of Isaac, judgement on Jericho• Yom Kippur-fasting, atonement• Feast of Tabernacles

2007-09-09-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 9th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Romans 9:30-33; 10; 11; Matthew 10:27; Isaiah 43:2Topic: FaithNotes: - Our problems stem from a lack of faith in God- Faith is a decision, as is Love- Material things are not to be our reason to exercise faith- We must seek after God- There's no security outside of faith in Jesus Christ- Have I been rushing here or there in haste/fear trying to make something happen?- God talks to me in the dark, so why am I afraid of it?- Pound Cake-many ingredients not good alone, but put together in heat for a time; we want God to use us, but it takes experiences, heat, time- Hebrew word for water, plural, masses of people- He never says fire won't come into our lives or we won't go through situations, but that He'll be with us through them

2007-09-09-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 9th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Romans 9:30-33; 10; 11; Matthew 10:27; Isaiah 43:2Topic: FaithNotes: - Our problems stem from a lack of faith in God- Faith is a decision, as is Love- Material things are not to be our reason to exercise faith- We must seek after God- There's no security outside of faith in Jesus Christ- Have I been rushing here or there in haste/fear trying to make something happen?- God talks to me in the dark, so why am I afraid of it?- Pound Cake-many ingredients not good alone, but put together in heat for a time; we want God to use us, but it takes experiences, heat, time- Hebrew word for water, plural, masses of people- He never says fire won't come into our lives or we won't go through situations, but that He'll be with us through them

2007-09-05-1900 Shannon Burton is the speaker for Central on Wednesday evening September 5th, 2007. Scripture Ref: I Thessalonians 4:17; John 14:1-3Topic: End TimesNotes:- We can die by doctrine; avoid bad doctrine- The rapture of the church is true, but there are misconceptions- Do children go? Pre, mid, post, partial trib?- The rapture will happen quick and at any moment- Escapism- Be careful with fiction that promotes doctrine (i.e. Left Behind)- Will God save during the tribulation?- Holy Spirit will be removed as the restrainer during the tribulation

2007-09-02-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening September 2nd, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about salvation for the Jew and the Gentile..Scripture Ref: John 4:20-24; Romans 3:1; 4:16; Galatians 3:26-29; Colossians 2:8-23Topic: FaithNotes:- Samaritan woman and Jesus at the well- We seek to be closer to God; may feel closer by location (Israel)- God is only found by the spirit in faith- Being Jewish is no more holy than Gentile, yet in attempt to honor Jesus, we sometimes mimic them- Iconoclastic Controversy: traditions, idolatry- Blowing of shofar, mezuzah- We must read, believe, and walk in the scripture- Stop the devil's influence by obeying the Lord- A shepherd doesn't let his sheep run loose, doesn't trust the wolves- We are alive because of Jesus; He called us out

2007-09-02-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 2nd, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Romans 4:16-25; Mark 11:22Topic: FaithNotes:

2007-09-02-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning September 2nd, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Romans 4:16-25; Mark 11:22Topic: FaithNotes:

2007-08-29-1900 Mike Canady is the speaker for Central on Wednesday evening August 29th, 2007. Scripture Ref: Isaiah 50:4Topic: CompassionNotes:- Story of man at hospital with joy of the Lord, prayed for Mike's father- We try to do it on our own; we become weary- Your body is the temple of the holy spirit; let the spirit assist you- Wait upon the Lord to renew your strength- We know more about the problem than the problem solver- He is compassionate, so should we be- The most joyful people are those going out about the Father's business

2007-08-26-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening August 26th, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about faith.Scripture Ref: Hebrews11:21; Numbers; Matthew 17:20Topic: FaithNotes:- Caleb's confession of faith; if God says it is ours, we need go get it- Arguments between faith in God's word and what people say- Staff-every life event carved into wood as a symbol/reminder- God's hand is still on you no matter your mistakes- Jacob was dying and blind, but worshiped- When your faith falters, you feel like you're dying, lean on Him- Doctrine should never quench spirit; spirit doesn't operate contrary to- Check your environment, associations, relationships- What has He done for you over the years?

2007-08-26-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 26th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Revelation 12:10-17; JobTopic: EnduranceNotes: - Satan always looking for something to destroy (God suggested Job)- Satan means "hateful enemy"- God and Satan not equal; Satan subject to God- Satan's advantage over us that he's an angel- God trusted Job to be tried- Demons doing work on earth; Satan gossips, accuses- If you had a bad week, you were targeted by Satan- Read book on heaven; picture of sorrow, but we are to enter into joy- Understand the goodness of God- Perils of parenthood make us regret, second guess- God is into perfecting His people, strengthening through trial

2007-08-26-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 26th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Revelation 12:10-17; JobTopic: EnduranceNotes: - Satan always looking for something to destroy (God suggested Job)- Satan means "hateful enemy"- God and Satan not equal; Satan subject to God- Satan's advantage over us that he's an angel- God trusted Job to be tried- Demons doing work on earth; Satan gossips, accuses- If you had a bad week, you were targeted by Satan- Read book on heaven; picture of sorrow, but we are to enter into joy- Understand the goodness of God- Perils of parenthood make us regret, second guess- God is into perfecting His people, strengthening through trial

2007-08-22-1900 David Niemeyer is the speaker for Wednesday evening August 22nd, 2007.Scripture ref: I John 2:24-25; II Corinthians 3:5; I Corinthians 15:10; Titus Topic: FaithfulnessNotes:- Definitions of Abide- If we endure, we'll reign with Him- Be content in Him; reluctant to leave His presence- Don't be caught up in things of this world; look for His return- By the grace of God I am what I am; His grace toward me not in vain- Qualities of men and women; patterns: doctrine, integrity, reverence, incorruptibility, sound speech

2007-08-19-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening August 12th, 2007 in the 6:30 evening service about faithfulness.Scripture Ref: II Chronicles 20:4, 12Topic: FaithfulenessNotes:- New Member, Trek (not on recording)- God acts for His own glory, not for our happiness- Jehoshaphat & Judah- When we don't know what to do "our eyes are upon You"- God is sovereign but we feel like He is obligated to answer our prayers- Not my will but thine be done; you may need to give up your ambition- Holiness should be our drive; holiness is something given by God, not something we do- With mind and body we serve the flesh; with spirit we serve the Lord

2007-08-19-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 19th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: John 4:15-18; 5:5-7; 17:1; Luke 9:16; Psalm 121:1-8Topic: AddictionNotes: - Pool of Bethesda, "Do you want to be made well?" "I have no man…"- There is no man who can set you free, fill your soul- Doctors, therapists, etc. –good attempts to help any way they can scientifically, medically- Woman at the well: look up- Jesus is interested in showing you what's wrong in your life, repairing you live; what's inside is what defiles us- You never win; gambling, pornography, addictions- Some people always choose wrong friends, associates, jobs- Jesus doesn't always take desire and opportunity away, but gives you the power to see temptation and run- Gus: anointed, stopped smoking after trying and failing on his own- Sometimes it's better to run than to fight (a battle you cannot win)

2007-08-19-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 19th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: John 4:15-18; 5:5-7; 17:1; Luke 9:16; Psalm 121:1-8Topic: AddictionNotes: - Pool of Bethesda, "Do you want to be made well?" "I have no man…"- There is no man who can set you free, fill your soul- Doctors, therapists, etc. –good attempts to help any way they can scientifically, medically- Woman at the well: look up- Jesus is interested in showing you what's wrong in your life, repairing you live; what's inside is what defiles us- You never win; gambling, pornography, addictions- Some people always choose wrong friends, associates, jobs- Jesus doesn't always take desire and opportunity away, but gives you the power to see temptation and run- Gus: anointed, stopped smoking after trying and failing on his own- Sometimes it's better to run than to fight (a battle you cannot win)

2007-08-15-1900 Gene Shelton is the speaker for Wednesday evening August 15th, 2007.Scripture ref: James 1:4-8; Ephesians 1:10Topic: PurposeNotes:- I'm responsible for what I've learned- Confusion is a device used by the enemy- James is writing on how to act like a believer- God maps out a path; we should humble ourselves and cooperate- Trust God to complete us; don't feel guilty because we're not there- Until completion, ask Him for wisdom; ask in faith- What are you seeking; that is your source; He should be your desire- If lacking peace, ask 'am I on board with God…'- We want knowledge, but we must act on what we know- Double-mindedness is produced by: enemy, every day life- God is always faithful- To be a follower of Christ we must trust Him- Having a made up mind: gives confidence, give care for people; confirms your calling

2007-08-12-1830 Pastor Loran Livingston talks this evening August 12th, 2007 in the 6:30 service about forgiveness.Scripture Ref: Psalm 130; Philippians 3:1-3Topic: ForgivenessNotes:- Don't serve God out of obligation, but out of appreciation- As I grow closer to God, I become more aware of my sin- Thought my sin was external, but it is the deep sinful nature of man- As sin is exposed we must let Him cleanse it or it becomes an obstacle- If you forgive others, God will forgive you- We cannot understand unconditional love; only known through spirit- We like and accept people who are like us; I love God because He first loved me- Real love cannot stop loving- David killed Goliath because he was madly in love with God; David fell, repented, and was forgiven.- Story of taking kids to Cherokee, seeing woven rugs from backside- We see ourselves from the inside, the ugly side- We cannot see the Glory of God in our own lives

2007-08-12-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 12th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Philippians 3:1-9; I Corinthians 1:17; 2:1-7Topic: False TeachingsNotes: - Unless you know scripture and walk in the spirit, you'll be deceived- From various pulpits the teaching is often: humanitarian, sociological, educational or religious, but not spiritual or biblical- We do what we do because of sin, which separates us from God- Jesus died to reconcile us to God- We must proclaim truth in God's terms, not changed to appeal to men- Our concepts of God explained through organizations- You may know your church, theology, roots, but not know God- Beware religious people- Rejoice in Christ Jesus; worship in spirit and in truth

2007-08-12-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 12th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Philippians 3:1-9; I Corinthians 1:17; 2:1-7Topic: False TeachingsNotes: - (Israel Mission Team)- Unless you know scripture and walk in the spirit, you'll be deceived- From various pulpits the teaching is often: humanitarian, sociological, educational or religious, but not spiritual or biblical- We do what we do because of sin, which separates us from God- Jesus died to reconcile us to God- We must proclaim truth in God's terms, not changed to appeal to men- Our concepts of God explained through organizations- You may know your church, theology, roots, but not know God- Beware religious people- Rejoice in Christ Jesus; worship in spirit and in truth

2007-08-05-1030 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 5th, 2007 in the 10:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 11:25-30; Deuteronomy 8:1-6; Philippians 4:10-13Topic: FaithfulnessNotes: - Musical Guest Whitney Phipps not on recording or web- Every stage of life has pressures, this is a learning process- Sandra's ringtone (hallelujah chorus)- A yolk is designed for two, an old experienced ox and a young ox- Thank God for every situation. We want to get out of trouble, but our troubles are designed by God to develop patience- Wine from grapes; broken, crushed- Once you learn something from experience, you know it- "I can do all things through Christ…" often misunderstood. No matter what happens I can persevere- God will not make you comfortable but will give you comfort- God uses my weaknesses, not my strengths- God acknowledges my sacrifice, not my achievements- Whatever I put in God's hand cannot be taken out- Whatever is done has continuous consequence- I was wrong, please forgive me

2007-08-05-0830 Pastor Loran Livingston is the speaker this morning August 5th, 2007 in the 8:30 service.Scripture Ref: Matthew 11:25-30; Deuteronomy 8:1-6; Philippians 4:10-13Topic: FaithfulnessNotes: - Musical Guest Whitney Phipps not on recording or web- Every stage of life has pressures, this is a learning process- Sandra's ringtone (hallelujah chorus)- A yolk is designed for two, an old experienced ox and a young ox- Thank God for every situation. We want to get out of trouble, but our troubles are designed by God to develop patience- Wine from grapes; broken, crushed- Once you learn something from experience, you know it- "I can do all things through Christ…" often misunderstood. No matter what happens I can persevere- God will not make you comfortable but will give you comfort- God uses my weaknesses, not my strengths- God acknowledges my sacrifice, not my achievements- Whatever I put in God's hand cannot be taken out- Whatever is done has continuous consequence- I was wrong, please forgive me

2007-07-29-1830 Sunday evening service. Gene Shelton is the speaker for this evening.Scripture Ref: Topic: PatienceNotes:

2007-07-29-1030 Lt. General William G. Boykin (retired) is a guest speaker for Central Church of God for the 10:30 morning service July 29th, 2007. He gives his personal testimony of how he prayed with his men before each mission for God's protection as they were deployed in several armed conflicts in the middle east. God protected them from almost certain death on several missions.Scripture Ref: Isaiah 6:8Topic: Personal TestimonyNotes:

2007-07-29-0830 Lt. General William G. Boykin (retired) is a guest speaker for Central Church of God for the 8:30 morning service July 29th, 2007. He gives his personal testimony of how he prayed with his men before each mission for God's protection as they were deployed in several armed conflicts in the middle east. God protected them from almost certain death on several missions.Scripture Ref: Isaiah 6:8Topic: Personal TestimonyNotes:

2007-07-22-1830 Rabbi Sam Nadler is a guest speaker for Central Church of God for the 6:30 evening service July 22nd, 2007. Pastor Livingston speaks briefly.Scripture Ref: Exodus 3:1-10; 4:1-11Topic: EvangelismNotes:- Moses and burning bush; Moses being prepared; we're purified through trials- We're more comfortable with the sheep than to be telling others truth- Moses had false humility in 'who am I?' true humility says 'yes Lord'- Recognize we're sinners and by His grace we will serve- Look at your failure and then at His ability- We are to be Instruments of His Grace- God is not limited by our limitations- We claim inadequacy, ignorance, incredibility- Moses' staff turned to snake pick up by tail while still a snake; involve yourself while it's still difficult

2007-07-22-1030 Rabbi Sam Nadler is a guest speaker for Central Church of God for the 10:30 morning service July 22nd, 2007. Pastor Livingston speaks briefly.Scripture Ref: Jeremiah 31:1-3; 30; John 6; Zechariah 13:8-9Topic: GraceNotes:- The enemy of God sets out to destroy Israel- Problems of life have purpose to prepare us- Sin separates man from God; God is restoring His people back to Him- When we're brought to the end of ourselves, people begin to see the God we trust.- Grace in the wilderness; unmerited favor- He's restoring man back to Him by Grave because He loves us- We become instruments of His grace- God's love is personal, everlasting

2007-07-22-0830 Rabbi Sam Nadler is a guest speaker for Central Church of God for the 8:30 morning service July 22nd, 2007. Pastor Livingston speaks briefly.Scripture Ref: Jeremiah 31:1-3; 30; John 6; Zechariah 13:8-9Topic: GraceNotes:- The enemy of God sets out to destroy Israel- Problems of life have purpose to prepare us- Sin separates man from God; God is restoring His people back to Him- When we're brought to the end of ourselves, people begin to see the God we trust.- Grace in the wilderness; unmerited favor- He's restoring man back to Him by Grave because He loves us- We become instruments of His grace- God's love is personal, everlasting

2007-07-15-1830 Darrell Rice, Pastor from the Great Lakes Region of the Church of God is the guest speaker for 6:30 Sunday evening July 15th, 2007.Scripture Ref: I Peter 4:7-10; Ephesians 4:29; Matthew 25:14-30; Luke 19:12-13; 4:8; I Corinthians 1:4-7Topic: PurposeNotes:- Man thirsty in desert comes to water pump, note instructing how to prime, refill the bottle- Be refreshed in the presence of His love; after you receive minister it back to one another- Speak only words of grace- Steward must manage the goods and do business- Grandpa's grocery store: churches are delivered the goods; are we doing business?- Parable of the talents: 'do business until I come.'

2007-07-15-1030 Darrell Rice, Pastor from the Great Lakes Region of the Church of God is the guest speaker for 10:30 Sunday morning July 15th, 2007.Scripture Ref: Luke 24:30-35; 24:13-27; 22:14-19; Matthew 14:19; 15:36; 26:26; Psalm 47:1Topic: PurposeNotes:- Jesus appears on road to Emmaus- Disciples eyes opened when Jesus blessed, broke, and gave bread- They should have recognized Jesus by appearance, voice- Film negatives: bringing into light what was in the darkness- 2 schools of thought: followers of Christ have great prosperity, and on the wicked will prosper on earth- Bless the Lord at all times- Lord's supper, feeding of five thousand, feeding of 4 thousand- There are times of blessing and times of brokenness- Moses, David, Jesus: each was taken, blessed, broken, and given- (10:30) Told by God to invite pharmacist to Church, Benny Hinn crusade (used to bring pharmacist and wife to church)

2007-07-15-0830 Darrell Rice, Pastor from the Great Lakes Region of the Church of God is the guest speaker for 8:30 Sunday morning July 15th, 2007.Scripture Ref: Luke 24:30-35; 24:13-27; 22:14-19; Matthew 14:19; 15:36; 26:26; Psalm 47:1Topic: PurposeNotes:- Jesus appears on road to Emmaus- Disciples eyes opened when Jesus blessed, broke, and gave bread- They should have recognized Jesus by appearance, voice- Film negatives: bringing into light what was in the darkness- 2 schools of thought: followers of Christ have great prosperity, and on the wicked will prosper on earth- Bless the Lord at all times- Lord's supper, feeding of five thousand, feeding of 4 thousand- There are times of blessing and times of brokenness- Moses, David, Jesus: each was taken, blessed, broken, and given- (10:30) Told by God to invite pharmacist to Church, Benny Hinn crusade (used to bring pharmacist and wife to church)

2007-07-11-1900 David Niemeyer is the speaker for Wednesday evening July 11th, 2007.Scripture ref: II Cor 5:21; II Samuel 12:1-13; I Kings 21; Neh 9Topic: ForgivenessNotes:- God sent Nathan to show David the way of righteousness- If I confess my sin, God is faithful and just to forgive- My desire is to please God, not man- God spared Ahab because he humbled himself before God

2007-07-08-1830 Pastor Livingston speaks briefly and introduces Capt. Polsgrove as a guest speaker for Central Church of God this evening July 8th, 2007. Aaron tells of his experiences when he served in Iraq.Scripture Ref: Proverbs 18:34; John 15:14-15; Ephesians 6:11; Ecclesiastes 4:9-10Topic: Spiritual WarfareNotes:- When you enlist in God's army, be ready for deployment: missions, volunteer work, etc.- Some choose not to get involved in the fight; these run greater risk of becoming a casualty- Friends sometimes betray us, but God never will- Put on the whole armor of God- We should be trained to use the sword before going to battle, be ready- You'll suddenly and unexpectedly be put to battle

2007-07-08-1030 Sunday morning 10:30 service. Dr. Paul Conn, president of Lee University is the speaker for this morning.Scripture Ref: Matthew 14:25-31Topic: RelationshipNotes:- Peter shows us a real authentic relationship with Christ- Peter had a special connection with Jesus- People learned from dialogue between Peter and Jesus- Famous for missing the point- We cannot be like Michael Jordan in the fundamental ways that made him great, but we can be like Peter in what made him great- Willingness to interact with Jesus as an approachable God- God allows us to define the distance between us and Him (social distance, helicopter parents)- Peter followed these simple principles: showed up, spoke up, acted on his feelings- We start in prayer with confidence and begin to feel no one's listening

2007-07-08-0830 Sunday morning 8:30 service. Dr. Paul Conn, president of Lee University is the speaker for this morning.Scripture Ref: Matthew 14:25-31Topic: RelationshipNotes:- Peter shows us a real authentic relationship with Christ- Peter had a special connection with Jesus- People learned from dialogue between Peter and Jesus- Famous for missing the point- We cannot be like Michael Jordan in the fundamental ways that made him great, but we can be like Peter in what made him great- Willingness to interact with Jesus as an approachable God- God allows us to define the distance between us and Him (social distance, helicopter parents)- Peter followed these simple principles: showed up, spoke up, acted on his feelings- We start in prayer with confidence and begin to feel no one's listening