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[youtube id="CAndGT0gNKk"] The Lord's Supper is the symbolic fulfillment of the Jewish Passover. Learn about the background and typology of the Passover and how it is fulfilled in the cross of Christ, and then re-enacted in the Lord's Supper. The post The Passover Fulfilled in Christ first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="rX1jSoWpKOw"] When Jesus cast out a Legion of demons from the Gadarene demoniac, He demonstrated once and for all that He is able and willing to deliver His people from the bondage of Satan, and transform them into brand new people with a new purpose. The post From Maniac To Missionary first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="uVShqNRuZjk"] In the account of Jesus calming the raging storm, there are some very important lessons for believers today - Jesus may lead us into the storm, He may sleep in the storm, He may calm the storm, and He may reveal our hearts by the storm. The post The Master Of The Storm first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="TTR0I27w6to"] In the Church, we talk a lot about preaching, but in this text Jesus teaches us about hearing God's Word. We are to hear in order to spread the truth, receive the truth, and obey the truth. How are you listening to God's Word? The post How Should We Listen To God’s Word? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="58UUdkTMTqo"] How can we tell the difference between a true and a false convert? In the parable of the 4 Soils Jesus helps us to learn this important lesson. The post True and False Converts first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="4HGzLP-P87w"] Luke mentions three women by name who served Jesus during His earthly ministry - Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Susanna. The ministry of these three women to our Lord teach us much about women in ministry today! The post The Women Who Served Jesus first appeared on The Bridge.

An ex-hooker becomes a lover and extravagant worshiper of Jesus. Find out what she has teach us in this message! [youtube id="b6DQBgcj-Y8"] The post The Lavish Love of a Forgiven Sinner first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="Vk_watZvFMo"] In Christ's tribute to John the Baptist, He establishes his faith, extols his greatness, and elevates his ministry. What kind of tribute will the Lord Jesus have for you on Judgment Day? The post Jesus’ Tribute To John The Baptist first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="0f4f0PhMq3s"] The story of Jesus raising the widow of Nain's only son, gives us a glimpse into the heart of Jesus for those who suffer. The post The Heart Of Jesus For Those Who Suffer first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="ZwuYgyW9pAo"] In this fascinating story of a Roman centurion's faith in Christ, we have a beautiful example of the kind of person that Jesus marveled at. He displayed great love, great humility, and great faith. The post What Kind of Person Did Jesus Marvel At? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="mwS6b8-hsWY"] In this illustration of the house built on the rock and the house built on the sand, Jesus communicates to us in no uncertain terms that only those disciples who evidence saving faith by a life of obedience will stand in the Judgment! The post Who Is Going To Heaven? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="alF-OYyGfoc"] Jesus' command not to judge one another is perhaps the most popular verse of Scripture in the Bible. But what did He mean? Did He mean that we are never to make any judgments in any situation? Listen in to find out. The post The Sin Of Judging Others first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="yC76QYkcVBg"] Jesus calls His followers to an impossible impossible level of love - that is if they are striving to love this way in their own strength. He calls us not to retaliation, or non-retaliation, but to unearthly love. Learn why he calls us to this kind of love and what the results are in this message. The post Unearthly Love first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="F4HvlrBM4VM"] You are blessed when everything is taken away but you still have Jesus. But you are cursed when you have everything but you don't have Jesus. He is the Treasure - seek Him! The post What Is Your Treasure? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="Qfd2vDjqsKU"] The 12 men that Jesus chose to be His apostles were plain, ordinary, common men, who were weak and sinful, just like you and I. God still delights in choosing the weak and foolish and base things of the world to confound the wise, so that all boasting must be in Him. The post The Master’s Men first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="gWFOmQ91x70"] Legalism is deadly in the believer's life, producing critical, controlling, cocky, and callous people. In this message we learn what legalism is, and how it manifests itself in our lives. The post The Deadly Effects Of Legalism first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="A-w55OQGDCk"] Why does the resurrection of Jesus matter? It proves He was who He claimed to be, did what He claimed to do, and will do what He claimed He will do! The post Why Does It Matter If Jesus Rose From The Dead? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="A8JkRPunMUw"] In Jesus' answer to those who questioned why His disciples didn't fast, He reveals that He has come to introduce a life of joy in relationship with God, and a completely different way of fasting, which is incompatible with the way the Pharisees fasted. The post Do You Have Religion Or Christ? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="KJr7uSNW1FU"] This Sermon explores Jesus' words on the blessing that comes when we mourn as a result of viewing our sin and the comfort that God gives through Jesus. The post The Comfort of Sorrow first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="ZMG4sUgezuA"] What are some common mistakes we make in trying to reach the lost? In this message we contrast four ineffective ways we try to reach the lost with the way Jesus reached the lost. The post 4 Inneffective Ways To Reach The Lost first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="xION1RxXBhw"] In the act of healing the paralytic Jesus reveals He is God, and that He has authority to forgive sins. Are you more like the religious leaders, the paralytic, or the four friends? The post The Authority Of Jesus To Forgive Sins first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="JNaRmN7fk68"] Leprosy is a vivid picture of sin. In this message we look at the Plight of the Leper, the Actions of the Leper, and the Cleansing of the Leper. The post Cleansing for Spiritual Lepers first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="AnBANF0lyuo"] In this story of Jesus directing Peter to a miraculous catch of fish we see four aspects of the life of a disciple of Jesus: his obedience, excitement, humility, and treasure. The post The Life of a Disciple of Jesus first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="4RWUuYFyliw"] What makes men angry enough to kill God? We discover that the people of Nazareth were so angry at Jesus' sermon in the synagogue that they tried to throw him off a cliff! The reason was because they viewed themselves as too big and God as too small. The post What Makes Men Angry Enough To Kill God? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="O3bH5DxXw0M"] Jesus was anointed with the Spirit to enrich spiritual paupers, release spiritual captives, give sight to spiritual blindness, and free from spiritual oppression. When He came, He ushered in the Year of Jubilee. However, to neglect, ignore, or reject Him is to face Him on the Day of God's vengeance. The post The Year of Jubilee Has Come! first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="a7JtKT71joo"] In the Scripture, Adam, Israel and Jesus are all called the Son of God. Adam and Israel gave in to temptation and sinned against God, while Jesus remained faithful. Listen in to find out why that is so vitally important. The post Jesus’ Triumph Over Satan’s Temptations first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="9XHxjtUMs9M"] Who is Jesus? His baptism reveals that He is the Son of God, while His genealogy reveals that He is the Son of Man. Without being fully God and fully man He could not save us from our sins. The post Who Is Jesus? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="e4beRfQw4TU"] John the Baptist is undoubtedly one of the most unique and powerful individuals who has ever lived. In this sermon we saw John's Method, Manner and Message. The post The Ministry of John the Baptist first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="HznVUF5K37Q"] In this text we have the only information about Jesus' childhood. From it we learn from the example of Mary and Joseph for married couples, and from the example of Jesus for children and for all children. The post The First 30 Years first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="fVUhk5xiULo"] Luke brings forth the witnesses of Simeon and Anna to give testimony of the glory of Jesus Christ, even as an infant. We can learn from them how we can be witnesses to Christ today. The post 2 Spirit-Filled Witnesses first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="l49fnfRXusM"] This favorite Old Testament passage calls everyone today to understand the fullness of God’s holiness whereby He is absolutely separate from sin and exalted above all the affairs of this world. Be transformed by it like Isaiah was! The post The Holiness of God first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="vd63k4stTeA"] The multitude of angels proclaimed that as a result of Jesus Christ coming into the world, God would receive glory, and the men of God's good pleasure would receive peace! The post Glory to God – Peace to Men! first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="-MVXUdp7Hxc"] In Zacharias' prophecy on the occasion of the birth of his son, he prophesied that God would send a Deliverer into the world because of His tender mercy. This Deliverer would redeem, save, forgive, and illumine His people. The post The Tender Mercy Of God first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="oJSx6RRDc04"] As Mary and Elizabeth meet together, we see in their speech their beautiful godly qualities. The post 2 Beautiful Godly Mothers first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="wXwHIjIbUSA"] Mary, although a poor, unknown Jewish girl, was chosen by God to bear the Messiah. In this account, we have Gabriel's message to her concerning the Person and Work of Jesus Christ. The post Gabriel’s Visit To Mary first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="Bl59-8PlJaI"] In the message we begin a new sermon series on the Gospel of Luke. Brian introduces this gospel and then shows the 5 stages that Zacharias and Elizabeth passed through - Barrenness - Promise - Unbelief - Judgment - Fruitfulness. The post The Announcement of John’s Birth first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="DT9p10vhMFI"] In this last section in 2 Timothy we see the emotions flooding Paul's heart as he waits in a prison cell to die. Paul is feeling lonely for fellowship, restless to learn, concern for Timothy, confident in Christ, and love for the brethren. The post Paul’s Dying Emotions first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="nvBfMT8xb7I"] When you come to the end of your life, will you die well? In this passage, Paul looks around, looks back, and then looks ahead. In so doing, he shares his secret of dying well with no regrets. The post The Time Of My Departure Has Come first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="wU3bFRe9M-c"] We must preach urgently, fearlessly, evangelistically, and purposefully, because many have turned aside from the truth to myths. The post Preach The Word! – Pt. 2 first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="zfyFzeQJhPs"] In light of Paul's imminent death, he charges Timothy to preach the word solemnly, Biblically, continually, and faithfully. The post Preach The Word! – Pt 1 first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="VRGdpcxay1Y"] Do you long to be useful to the Master? In this message Brian explains that we can be used by God as long as we are Clean Vessels and Kind Servants. The post Useful To The Master first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="Ce5MR4t0twI"] In this message we see the Characteristics, Consequences, and Cure for False Teaching. Brian also gives some very practical counsel on how to study the Bible so that you are handling it accurately. The post Dealing With False Teaching first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="mLsf2S1goRs"] What is the Christian life supposed to look like? Contrary to popular belief, the Christian life is to look like a wholly devoted soldier, a rule-keeping athlete, and a hard-working farmer -- in other words, all out total commitment to Christ and His kingdom! The post What Is The Christian Life Supposed To Look Like? first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="iw_WB1OrVVE"] How can we at The Bridge fulfill our vision to "glorify God by making disciples who make disciples?" Listen in to find out! The post How To Multiply Disciples first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="OF63WiHOud0"] The church is called to be faithful to the gospel by spreading it, suffering for it, and safeguarding it. The post Faithfulness To The Gospel first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="8zoO3r35ZIA"] The gospel was Paul's life. As Paul wrote 2 Timothy 1:8-11, he couldn't mention the gospel without taking a little digression to open it up, showing us that it is a gospel that saves. This salvation was applied by an effectual call, granted on the basis of grace, planned before time began, accomplished by the death of Christ, and results in abolishing everlasting death for all God's people! The post A Gospel Worth Suffering For first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="7O_wxXjuMgA"] As we embark on an expository sermon series on 2 Timothy, we see Paul exhorting Timothy, his young friend and apprentice, to kindle afresh God's gift to him, and serve the Lord with all his might, because there is a promise of life in Christ Jesus. The post Kindle Afresh the Gift of God first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="9t8dzu0ygpM"] Joseph was raised from the dungeon to the palace, from humiliation to exaltation to rule over the entire nation of Egypt to provide food for those that were perishing. As such he is a wonderful illustration of Jesus Christ, our Sovereign Lord, who rules from heaven to grant salvation for perishing sinners. The post Christ – Our Exalted Lord first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="OiejDbCE2ZU"] Joseph gives us a vivid portrait of Jesus Christ, both in his sufferings, and in the glories to follow. In this study, we see Christ as the Innocent Sufferer, and see him in his Parent's House, Potiphar's House, and in the Prison House. Through it all, we learn of the amazing love of Christ, and His willingness to suffer for both our sake and His Father's glory. The post Christ – The Innocent Sufferer first appeared on The Bridge.

[youtube id="zClEmVWhqA4"] Jacob was a self-reliant man who depended on his own wits and ingenuity in life, rather than trusting in the Lord. Therefore, Jesus Christ came to Jacob and battled him, broke him, blessed him, and branded him in order to transform him from "Heelcatcher" to "He who strives with God." Listen carefully, as you just might find yourself in this story! The post Christ – The Crippler of the Self-Sufficient first appeared on The Bridge.