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April 23, 2023

Nate Rector

Jesus Cleanses

We rarely see Jesus express anger of any kind. But He breaks His pattern of patient forbearance when He cleanses the temple. Why did He do that, and what can we learn?

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Gods Confusing Jealousy

05/28/23 | Nate Rector
God describes Himself as a jealous God, which feels counterintuitive to the Christian who also knows that God condemns jealousy. So how can we reconcile Gods jealousy for us with His warnings about our own jealousy?
Jesus Father Love Identity John Matthew James Devotion Affirmation Affection Rest Reflection Satisfaction Exodus Attention Jealousy Priority Recalibration Prayer Psalm

You Matter

05/21/23 | Nate Rector
Sometimes life can make us feel like we dont matter. Elijah, one of Gods greatest servants, felt that way. But God showed up for him the same way He shows up for us and reminds us of how much we really do matter to the Creator of the Universe.
Hope Promises Encouragement Joy Obedience Loss Miracles Isolation Protection Prophets Faithfulness Strength Depression Emotions Sadness Insignificance Elijah Despair Whisper Cross Battle Prayer Purpose Grief

The Receiving End

05/14/23 | Nate Rector
What should you do when someone blows up on you? To answer this, we look at a story from the life of David that highlights three crucial New Testament practices.
Grace Relationships Humility Forgiveness Peace Trust Gratitude Patience Kindness Suffering Mercy Wisdom Protection Perseverance Anger Frustration Emotions Behavior Motherhood Conflict Listening David Saul Samuel Jonathan Prayer Resources Finances Jesus Father Faith Scripture Service Hope Encouragement Joy Transformation Spirit Theology Gospel Empathy Obedience Healing Church Community NewTestament OldTestament Stories Life Shepherd Surrender Endurance Faithfulness Providence Example Impact Doubt Discipleship Truth Revelation Thanksgiving Sovereignty Heaven Rejoicing Rest Culture Teaching Growth Understanding Support Consequences Happiness Contentment Marriage Temple Sacred Zeal Motives Heart Cleansing Forbearance Overwhelm Plan Participation Body Ephesians Corinthians Timothy Talents Treasure Attitudes Bride Certainty Character Commands Commitment Time Productivity Focus Schedules Distraction Habit Connection Stillness Pursuit Reflection Passion Satisfaction Numbers Deuteronomy Discipline Responsibility Godliness Spiritual Warfare Awareness Holidays Mystery Imitation Submission Path Dreams Prosperity Triumph Reckless Workmanship Evangelists Shepherds Teachers Apostles Armor Battle Believers Busyness Abundance Compassion Balance Sadness Insignificance Elijah Despair Whisper Cross Stewardship Love Presence Strength Praise Sorrow Priorities Contemplation Confidence Mission Clarity Grief

Peter's Denial

05/07/23 | Aaron Gibson
What do you do when youre constantly reminded of the one moment you would like to forget the most? What can we learn from Peter so our most regretful memories dont shape our tomorrow?
Grace Sin Worship Love Salvation Shame Conviction Identity Forgiveness Promises Prayer Jesus Faith Community

Jesus in the Garden

04/30/23 | Nate Rector
What is Gods response when our emotions are so big that our prayers become cries?
Luke Justice Sin Jesus Father Faith Scripture Worship Humility Love Salvation Resurrection Death Hope Tragedy Shame Conviction Identity Promises History Persecution Encouragement Joy Peace Mindset Thoughts Trust Gratitude Spirit Theology Sanctification Repentance Victory Ministry Temptation Obedience Suffering Sympathy Presence Loss Healing Gospels Anxiety Christlikeness Church Circumstances Comfort Community Angels Crucifixion Confession Disciples Adoration Darkness Family Protection Vulnerability Affection Deserving Separation Borders Fire Reminder Majesty Psalms Purpose Provision Building Generosity Vision Life Shepherd Disobedience Story Arrival Expectation Israelites Prophets Surrender Endurance Future Faithfulness Pilgrimage Strength Providence Olympics Perseverance Youth Example Impact Doubt Discipleship Parenting Praise Ascent Isaiah Supplication Thanksgiving Blessing Character Children Commands Lamentations Stewardship Resources Jerusalem Friends Depression Generations Favor Storm Calm Truth Revelation Alpha Omega Guard Sovereignty Heaven Rejoicing Jude Culture Teaching Growth Understanding Support Consequences Happiness Pain Contentment Marriage Sorrow Harvest Temple Sacred Anger Motives Heart Cleansing Forbearance Frustration Overwhelm Plan Consumerism Participation Body Ephesians Corinthians Timothy Talents Treasure Pandemic Attitudes Behavior Bride Certainty Commitment Time Productivity Focus Schedules Distraction Habit Connection Stillness Pursuit Reflection Contemplation Satisfaction Motherhood Numbers Deuteronomy Discipline Responsibility Godliness Conflict Spiritual Warfare Awareness Holidays Mystery Imitation Submission Path Confidence Prosperity Triumph Reckless Workmanship Evangelists Shepherds Teachers Sadness Insignificance Elijah Despair Whisper Cross Listening David Saul Samuel Jonathan Apostles Armor Battle Believers Busyness Abundance Prayer Finances Grace Forgiveness Gospel Mercy Legacy Songs Rest Zeal Emotions Priorities Passion Dreams Mission Balance Clarity Grief

Jesus Cleanses

04/23/23 | Nate Rector Currently Watching
We rarely see Jesus express anger of any kind. But He breaks His pattern of patient forbearance when He cleanses the temple. Why did He do that, and what can we learn?
Justice Grace Sin Faith Worship Repentance Patience Holiness Sacrifice Obedience Presence Confession Invitation Pilgrimage Temple Sacred Anger Zeal Motives Heart Cleansing Forbearance Attitudes Behavior

Look to Jesus

04/16/23 | Nate Rector
What should we do when we feel overwhelmed? First and foremost, we should look to Jesus.
Jesus Father Faith Control Peace Trust Patience Healing Wisdom Parenting Sovereignty Anger Frustration Emotions Overwhelm Plan Prayer Grace Comfort
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