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Entries for 'Rev. Randy Raasch'
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 15, 2012 07:24 :: 3 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 06, 2012 07:21 :: 9 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 29, 2012 11:03 :: 14 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 15, 2012 11:51 :: 40 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 08, 2012 14:27 :: 33 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 06, 2012 13:12 :: 23 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 05, 2012 14:21 :: 31 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 25, 2012 15:36 :: 48 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 21, 2012 15:34 :: 32 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 18, 2012 16:03 :: 47 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 11, 2012 12:42 :: 50 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 07, 2012 12:39 :: 42 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - February 26, 2012 09:40 :: 55 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - February 22, 2012 09:32 :: 52 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 29, 2012 10:50 :: 64 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 22, 2012 10:44 :: 51 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 08, 2012 14:44 :: 68 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 01, 2012 13:15 :: 72 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 14, 2011 15:02 :: 81 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 11, 2011 15:07 :: 75 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 07, 2011 14:58 :: 62 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - November 27, 2011 16:47 :: 95 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - October 30, 2011 11:31 :: 95 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - October 09, 2011 11:59 :: 136 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 25, 2011 09:02 :: 102 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 11, 2011 14:55 :: 95 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 04, 2011 11:41 :: 75 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - August 28, 2011 15:54 :: 80 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - August 07, 2011 15:46 :: 110 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - July 31, 2011 12:47 :: 113 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - July 03, 2011 07:44 :: 130 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - June 19, 2011 15:59 :: 138 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - June 05, 2011 07:55 :: 138 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 22, 2011 15:37 :: 172 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 08, 2011 15:54 :: 161 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 01, 2011 10:20 :: 166 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 22, 2011 12:02 :: 152 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 21, 2011 12:00 :: 131 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 17, 2011 15:55 :: 151 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 13, 2011 11:21 :: 160 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 10, 2011 10:45 :: 146 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 06, 2011 10:14 :: 132 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 27, 2011 13:54 :: 147 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 23, 2011 09:24 :: 187 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 13, 2011 09:00 :: 158 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 09, 2011 08:40 :: 139 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - February 20, 2011 11:30 :: 173 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - February 13, 2011 10:02 :: 160 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 23, 2011 11:59 :: 181 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 16, 2011 16:06 :: 196 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 09, 2011 16:19 :: 185 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 02, 2011 09:28 :: 198 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 31, 2010 09:12 :: 172 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 26, 2010 14:42 :: 182 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 24, 2010 14:44 :: 174 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 19, 2010 16:20 :: 185 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 15, 2010 16:54 :: 205 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 12, 2010 11:46 :: 186 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 05, 2010 11:29 :: 179 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - November 28, 2010 11:41 :: 178 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - November 25, 2010 11:32 :: 205 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - November 14, 2010 12:26 :: 199 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - November 07, 2010 13:21 :: 178 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - October 31, 2010 12:13 :: 283 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - October 03, 2010 11:36 :: 240 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 26, 2010 11:02 :: 199 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 19, 2010 14:08 :: 158 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 12, 2010 07:22 :: 191 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 05, 2010 14:16 :: 177 Views
Life use to be more “black & white.” We use to have moral absolutes. Where have you seen this changing in today’s world? What happens when everyone begins to decide what is “right and true” for them? How would our culture be more unified and peaceful is we had truths that we could agree upon? Read John 17:17. What is the basis of all truth? Why do some people not want to hold to Scripture as absolute truth for our lives? Jesus is truth. The more connected we are to Jesus, the more we are connected to the truth. How often will you be in God’s Word today and for the rest of the week?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - August 29, 2010 09:39 :: 292 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - August 22, 2010 09:25 :: 223 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - August 15, 2010 16:56 :: 197 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - July 25, 2010 16:01 :: 178 Views
I. The Devil does tempt, We do follow
II. The Lord does forgive, We do follow
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Rev. Randy Raasch - July 19, 2010 12:34 :: 146 Views
I. The Devil is Real
II. Don’t Underestimate the Devil
III. Don’t Overestimate the Devil
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Rev. Randy Raasch - June 13, 2010 09:50 :: 180 Views
Ever since Adam and Eve’s fall into sin people have struggled with pride. In what ways does pride seem to surface in your life? Saul, later called Paul, began his career by persecuting Christians. He was actually proud of his ability to disturb the mission of the Church. How does our arrogance and prideful attitudes actually harm the mission of the Church in our homes and in our church? When Jesus called St. Paul, He reminded him that whatever he was doing to Christians he was doing to Jesus Himself. How would our relationships be different if we kept in mind that whatever we do to others we are actually doing to Jesus? Jesus calls us out of our selfish attitudes and into a life of love and care and service. How will your life be different this week as you “get out of yourself” and get into a life of service? Saul became the Apostle Paul, one of the greatest missionaries of all time. Paul understood that to be called by Christ is to be called into the mission fields. Paul traveled the world to share the Good News of Jesus, but you don’t have to go very far to find someone who needs the hope that only Jesus can bring. Who needs your Christian care and friendship? How will you share Jesus with them?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - April 19, 2010 09:13 :: 159 Views
I. The World’s Spirituality
II. The Spirit of Truth
III. Witnessing Worship
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Rev. Randy Raasch - April 04, 2010 12:09 :: 141 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 04, 2010 12:15 :: 129 Views
Mary went to the tomb of Jesus early in the morning, while it was still dark. Are there dark places in your life that cause loneliness, pain, sorrow? How has the darkness affected your life and relationships? How does Easter give you hope for each new day? John didn’t step into the empty tomb. Perhaps he was a bit taken back by walking into that tomb alone. Have you ever felt alone in life? How does the resurrected and living Jesus give you hope for each new day? Peter knew that Jesus died on Good Friday. On Easter Sunday he entered Jesus’ empty tomb and, seeing the discarded graves linens, he knows Jesus is alive! Have you ever been frightened or angered by death? How does Jesus’ resurrection give you hope for eternal life? What difference does the resurrection of Jesus make in your life today and eternally?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - April 02, 2010 12:06 :: 156 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 28, 2010 10:51 :: 156 Views
What miracles have you seen God accomplish through Jesus--both big and small? What temporal and eternal benefits have those miracles manifested? What forms of praise do you use? Who or what are the biggest potential distractions that can get in the way of your praising God for what He has done? Christ clearly saw the true spiritual condition of all the people as He rode into Jerusalem on a young donkey. What do you see as you assess your spiritual surroundings? How are you participating in those surroundings? Do you see God in the mix? Where do you envision these situations heading?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 21, 2010 14:09 :: 154 Views
Why is pride considered as one of the deadly sins? Do you struggle with the sin of pride? In what situations or with whom does your pride come up the most? 1 Cor. 1:18-31 speaks of two different types of wisdom. God’s wisdom and the world’s wisdom. What is the difference between the two? Do you most often follow God’s wisdom or the world’s wisdom? How does this affect your relationship with God? Scripture says, “God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.” Most recently, what wisdom or strength did you depend upon, that only made you foolish or weak? When have you seen in your foolishness or weakness the power of God making you wise or strong? Often our pride and living our lives through the world’s wisdom destroys or breaks our relationships. What will you do to live the calling of God rather than the pride of yourself?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 17, 2010 13:49 :: 169 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 14, 2010 11:44 :: 164 Views
Have you ever been betrayed by someone you trusted? How did that make you feel? How did you react? How did it turn out? How did Jesus react to being betrayed (see Matthew 26:47-50; Mark 14:43-46; Luke 22:47-48)? It is a normal reaction to become bitter when we are betrayed, but bitterness doesn’t help. How can you avoid becoming bitter when betrayed? Would you consider prayer or revenge to be healthier and more profitable? Have you prayed for those who have betrayed you and/or harmed you? Did you know that every time we sin we betray Jesus? How do you feel when forgiven by Christ? How can the forgiveness of Christ become the forgiveness you share?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 10, 2010 09:54 :: 249 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 07, 2010 10:56 :: 200 Views
With the human flesh and the Christian’s godly spirit being intimately joined together in one person how is the spirit limited? How much time does the spirit need to overcome the limitations of the flesh? What activity does Jesus recommend for overcoming the weaknesses of the flesh? What have been some occasions where you can recall the spiritual person that God has given you overcoming the weaknesses of your flesh? Did you experience the victory and celebrate it?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - February 21, 2010 16:48 :: 229 Views
Adversity in our lives appears as specific sins, certain temptations, and ongoing struggles. What adversity are you facing today? Does your adversity clutter your life? What clutter is becoming overbearing to you because you can’t seem to move it or get away from? How is this clutter effecting your growth in your relationship with Christ? What tools and resources has God given you to clear the clutter in your life? Christ tells us after we have been forgiven to leave our life of sin. How often do you leave your burdens at the cross of Christ during worship and pick them back up as you leave God’s house? How will your life change when you leave your litter behind? How will your relationship with God now be changed as you leave your litter and burdens with Him? Christ tells us, “I will never leave you nor forsake you”. How will this promise of Christ help carry you through your day overcoming adversity?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - February 07, 2010 09:36 :: 277 Views
The word love is used for everything. Do we really love ice cream the way we love people? God tells us about His love, but He also shows us His love. How has God’s action of love brought you comfort and peace? When has His love shown you your value in His eyes? Often we feel like we can’t be loved. Our actions or thoughts make us think we are unlovable. What is in your life that makes you feel unlovable? Who are you willing to talk to in order to receive the true love that comes from God? Because of God’s love to us we can continue to grow in our love toward Him. How big is your love for the Lord? Do you want it to be bigger? What will help you grow in your relationship with God and when are you willing to add that into your routine of life? It says, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all of your strength”. As you love God this week how will your love continue to grow?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 31, 2010 10:32 :: 143 Views
In these past few weeks we have been talking about the Bible. St. Paul writes, I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. It is the power of God’s Word that brings us faith. It is the Word of God that also strengthens us in faith. How often are you in the Word to be strengthened? Our text says, For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance :that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures. Why is this important for your daily life? How would life be different for you if you didn’t know that Jesus suffered, died, and rose for you? How does the fact that you are going to heaven because of Jesus impact your daily life here on earth? If you didn’t know that Jesus saved you from death and opened heaven to you, what would be your attitude about death and the afterlife? What is your greatest expectation of heaven?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 24, 2010 16:47 :: 168 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - January 17, 2010 13:34 :: 147 Views
Which decisions are the hardest for you to make, the ones you have thought through in advance or the ones you have to make in an instant? When you have a big decision to make what method do you usually use? Do you think it through on your own or consult with others? What is your plan to make future decisions? Is there anything that you can use to make the decision making process easier? Will worship help, reading the bible, family devotions? When was the last time that you used the Word of God to guide you in your decision making process? What were the results? Did these results encourage you or discourage you? Why?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 10, 2010 15:10 :: 168 Views
1. For many in this world the Bible is a history book, or seems to be out dated. How have you seen the words of God become alive in your life? How do you use God’s word on a consistent basis?
2. Jesus tells us he is “the way the truth and the life”. How has God’s truth strengthened you in your faithfulness? When has His Truth been a guiding light for your life? Whose life do you pray God’s truth will help guide?
3. A relationship with Jesus helps us become transformed in our living. Where has God already transformed your relationship with Him? Where do you still want to see a transformation in your life? How are you around God and His word to see that this desire becomes accomplished?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 03, 2010 10:49 :: 187 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 27, 2009 11:27 :: 284 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 27, 2009 11:39 :: 296 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 25, 2009 10:20 :: 303 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 24, 2009 10:47 :: 299 Views
Rev. Randy Raasch - December 20, 2009 12:48 :: 190 Views
Think about your past. What ghosts haunt you? Who have you hurt? Who has hurt you? What is God’s opinion of these past hurts; does He count them against you? Justify your thinking in your mind using biblically based concepts.
The word reconciliation means to bring together. Do you look at reconciliation (His bringing Himself and you together) as being a process with God, which takes time to accomplish or is it an immediate reality? Think clearly through your thoughts.
Now look at the sum of all of your relationships, the good ones, the bad ones too. Do you consider reconciliation with other people to be a process, which takes time to accomplish, or must reconciliation be an immediate reality— It all has to be made right now for every single person you know? The word minister means to tend to the needs of another person. How can you artfully administer reconciliation to others that you have already come into contact with and will come into contact with in the future?
As Christ ministers to you through His Word over the course of time, do you find yourself more at peace? Does the tension, as a result of ones past get worse with Christ’s presence, stay the same, or decrease over time? What is going on in your relationship with God that makes you respond to this question in the way that you did?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 13, 2009 07:46 :: 168 Views
• What does it mean to you in your daily life that you are a forgiven child of God? What difference does that make for you? Can you think of a time in your life when the Lord’s gift of forgiveness was especially meaningful to you?
• Jesus saved us through the gift of forgiveness. Forgiveness gives us a new relationship with our Father in heaven and with others. Do you find your attitude is bitter? Are you demanding of others? If so, what would Jesus say about your attitude? How can you use God’s forgiveness in your life to change your attitude?
• Jesus has saved us from death. His death has defeated our death and His resurrection has defeated our grave. We no longer need to fear death. Ours is the gift of eternal life. Do you ever think about the gift of heaven? Take a moment and think about the joys of heaven. What are you looking forward to in heaven?
• How are you doing with the new and improved life that Jesus has earned for you through His gift of forgiveness? How will you live your life in such a way that you can make a difference in the life of your family members, friends, acquaintances, and even strangers?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 06, 2009 10:09 :: 164 Views
Which of these points are most important to you, God loves you, God is with you, or God is for you? What makes that one special?
If you really believe God is for you and not against you, what is one thought, attitude, or behavior that you need to change? If it is not you that will change it, then who? If it is not now that you will change it, then when?
How will you incorporate these points in living Christmas as a celebration?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 03, 2009 16:07 :: 177 Views
During this season of Advent we consider three of the dearest Christmas carols. These are songs that our parents taught us learned as children, songs that we hear each year, songs that we equate with the real meaning of Christmas . Tonight we will sing and meditate on the hymn, “Away In A Manger.”
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Rev. Randy Raasch - November 29, 2009 12:06 :: 179 Views
• Anticipation can be exciting or agonizing. Think of a time in your life when you anticipated something difficult and a time when you anticipated something joyful. What is the difference?
• Mary was not anticipating the announcement that she would have a child. She surely wasn’t anticipating the announcement that she would give birth to the Savior of the World—the promised Messiah. How do you think she felt when she heard the announcement from the angel? How could she respond with such confidence?
• When you face a challenge what is your expectation of the Lord? Do you expect Him to carry out your will or His will? How can you better trust that the Lord’s will is always for your best interest?
• What do you think are the Lord’s expectations for you as His forgiven child? How can you, like Mary, live to His glory?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - November 26, 2009 12:09 :: 242 Views
Can you give thanks in the midst of loss?
Stop Counting
Let go of the "EGO"
Forget the unrealistic expectations!
Just give thanks to God
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Rev. Randy Raasch - November 16, 2009 12:01 :: 183 Views
Introduction:
What happened to commitment?
I. Jesus’ Commitment (v12)
II. The Church’s Commitment (v16)
III. My Commitment (v17)
Rev. Randy Raasch - November 03, 2009 11:17 :: 189 Views
I. True Faith sees beyond the ordinary
• Certainty of what cannot be seen
• Noah looked beyond the ordinary
• Certainty and hope in the stewardship...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - October 26, 2009 10:37 :: 201 Views
Our Purpose
God's Purpose
Rev. Randy Raasch - October 19, 2009 08:34 :: 208 Views
“True Generosity”
Introduction:
I. God’s Generosity
• Material
• Spiritual
II. My Generosity
• Allows me to walk with God
• Allows others t...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - October 05, 2009 09:39 :: 211 Views
Introduction
• Light
• Instead
• Father
• Everyday
Conclusion
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 28, 2009 11:25 :: 193 Views
• God Encourages Us to Worship
• We Encourage One Another Through Worship
• We Encourage Others to Worship
Rev. Randy Raasch - September 21, 2009 10:45 :: 193 Views
• A Fed Faith (John 6:52-59)
• A Surrendered Soul (John 6:60-65)
• A Conformed Character (John 6:66-69)
Rev. Randy Raasch - August 31, 2009 10:08 :: 211 Views
Why is it that our lives are busier today than ever? Yet so many people lack purpose and meaning? Why is it that our daily, business overshadows ...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - August 19, 2009 15:02 :: 208 Views
What problem(s) do you struggle in on a weekly or a daily basis? Do they become overwhelming for you? Does it become hard to find a way to deal with t...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - August 03, 2009 10:00 :: 204 Views
How do you view baptism, as a tradition/cultural acceptance or a life changing experience? What does it mean for you to be baptized into the dea...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - July 20, 2009 12:23 :: 331 Views
How is your journey with God going? Where in your relationship with Him do you feel the weakest? Where in your relationship with Him do you feel the s...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - July 13, 2009 10:36 :: 182 Views
1. Where do I find security in my daily life?
• _____________________________________
• _____________________________________
• ___________________...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - July 06, 2009 10:27 :: 179 Views
Where in your life do you struggle the most in following Jesus? How does this affect your relationship with Him and with others? Do you ever feel...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - June 30, 2009 13:45 :: 180 Views
Where do you find value? Does being made by God change where you seek being valued? How do your relationships with others, both good and bad, differ w...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - June 22, 2009 10:02 :: 206 Views
Father's Day 2009
Rev. Randy Raasch - June 15, 2009 09:47 :: 179 Views
The Psalmist declares two outcomes, “the way of the sinners” and “the way of the righteous”. What are the characteristics for each? What is the d...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - June 08, 2009 09:45 :: 167 Views
Have you ever been in a difficult or disastrous situation where you couldn’t find a reason to praise God at the time? How did that affect your relatio...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - June 01, 2009 09:44 :: 239 Views
What makes our congregation comfortable for you? How is our twenty-first century culture similar to the first century in which the early disciple...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - May 26, 2009 11:08 :: 144 Views
What is your current involvement in the life of the Church? What do you enjoy about your current involvement in the Church and how do you benefi...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - May 19, 2009 13:15 :: 150 Views
As the resurrected Jesus gathered His disciples before He ascended into heaven they wondered if Jesus was going to set up a kingdom here on earth wher...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - May 11, 2009 10:49 :: 163 Views
Mother's Day 2009
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 04, 2009 12:17 :: 161 Views
What are some of the greatest obstacles that are preventing you from sharing the gospel? What are some of the greatest obstacles that are preventing FIL from sharing the gospel? Joshua 24:15, “As for me and my house we will serve the Lord.” What is being done in your home for teaching about God and growing in a relationship with Him? What ministries of FIL will help you live your faith in sharing it with others? How does living your faith help others grow in a relationship with God? What do you think your life and our church would look like if we carried out the great sending? Would people look different? Would more lives for Jesus be won? When will you be willing to multiply lives for Jesus?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - April 27, 2009 10:30 :: 152 Views
Why did the disciples on the road to Emmaus tend not to believe the “rumors” of Jesus’ resurrection? How are we skeptical of Christ’s powers and abili...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - April 20, 2009 13:45 :: 147 Views
Look through the four Gospels to find incidents where Jesus touched someone and brought a positive change in their life? Why did Thomas not believe hi...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - April 13, 2009 15:36 :: 132 Views
Blended Festival Easter Service
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 13, 2009 15:20 :: 135 Views
Traditional Good Friday Tenebrae Service
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 06, 2009 16:01 :: 148 Views
Why do approval ratings of politicians, athletes, and captains of corporations fluctuate? Why did Jesus popularity fall so drastically from...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 30, 2009 10:01 :: 122 Views
Failure often hits us head on. Do you see yourself just as a face in the crowd or more like one of these characters? Why? What characteristics do you ...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 23, 2009 10:12 :: 132 Views
The disciples through this time seem unprepared. As Christians how are we prepared for the challenges of the world? The Sanhadrin is confus...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 16, 2009 12:18 :: 133 Views
Jesus warned the disciples to “keep watch.” God’s Word reminds us to “be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring ...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 12, 2009 09:18 :: 135 Views
Lent Week 3
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 09, 2009 14:26 :: 170 Views
In my life is there an area I need to step back in and re-evaluate what I am doing? What is amiss in my life? Why do I need to prepare for this m...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 02, 2009 12:44 :: 148 Views
Simon the Leper, obviously had Jesus over for dinner, to thank Him for healing him. If you could invite Jesus over for dinner what are the first three...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - February 16, 2009 11:31 :: 133 Views
Who do people say Jesus is in our day? More important…who do you say He is? Peter had improper expectations of Jesus. In what ways do we have exp...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - February 09, 2009 10:19 :: 137 Views
Is there an episode in your past that is serving as a weight in preventing you to run the race of face? Is there a hurting or broken relationship that can be repaired by forgiveness? What would your relationships look like if you practiced repentance and forgiveness on a regular basis? The hardest thing to do is either to repent or to share forgiveness, so when will you start. What do you think happened to the women in the Gospel, did she go back to her old way of life or did she go forward living in repentance and forgiveness? Why do some people go back to their sinful lifestyle? How can we live that new life? Do you perceive forgiveness as a process or an instant remaking?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - February 02, 2009 09:38 :: 127 Views
In looking at your family, work and social acquaintances do you find yourself being joyful? Why or why not? What would you say to a non-Christian who lacks joy due to being worried about job loss, economy, family struggles, or social statues? A part of being joyful is realizing God’s blessings in your life. In this past year what has God blessed you with? In this past year what turned for you from being a worry or stress to a blessing from God? The greater gifts are the spiritual gifts. How has faith and forgiveness impacted your life and relationships in the recent past? Although we are connected to this world and society, how does Christ’s promise of eternal life in heaven give you hope? How do you prevent the worries of the world from snatching away your joy in this life and your hope for eternal life? Our faithfulness with God leads us to be fruitful for God. How will your faithfulness produce fruitfulness?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 27, 2009 14:09 :: 132 Views
Of the three excuses under point one of the sermon, which do you use most often?
Week 1 of our sermon series was about God’s great joy. In what ways have you been more joyful? Week 2 of our sermon series was about God’s great blessings. In what ways have you been more appreciative of God’s blessings in your life? Week 3 of our sermon series was about God’s great expectations. In what ways have you seen transformation in your life to meet His expectations? What challenges stand in the way of your responding to God’s great gifts through your time, talents and treasures? How can you, by the grace of God, overcome them?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 12, 2009 10:05 :: 128 Views
What normally defines us by this world’s standards? Why is this the case? How then, does my society define me? How does God define who I am? Why is this the case? Who then am I in the eyes of God? What are five obvious blessings in your life? What are twenty blessings that are not so obvious, taken for granted, or over looked in your life? The Apostle Paul helps us understand that each of our blessings are to be used beyond ourselves. How do you use your material blessings beyond yourself? How do you use your spiritual blessings beyond yourself? What blessings would you be willing to start using for others? Throughout this week, come up with your “blessing plan” to use these blessings for the next two weeks in your life.
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 05, 2009 16:39 :: 112 Views
On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being full of joy and 1 lacking joy) how joyful are you? Would the people know you best agree with your assessment? What is the difference between happiness and joy? Do you find yourself pursuing after happiness or joy? What things try to rob you of joy? What brings joy to God’s heart? What celebrations will you be involved in which bring you joy? What celebrations will you be involved in that bring God joy?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - January 05, 2009 16:08 :: 109 Views
Is there something in your past that is causing pain in your life? How has this failure in the past still hounding you today? How would your life be different if that “thing” of the past never happened? Jesus died for all of your sins. What sins do you need to leave at the foot of the cross tonight? Be sure that when you leave them there you don’t take them home with you! What can you do to continue to grow in faith? Are you reading the Bible? Attending a REACHGroup? Going to a Bible class? How will you remain focused on the Lord’s will for your life? The devil will try to take control and take your eyes off Jesus. Are you in worship on a regular basis? Are you praying daily?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 30, 2008 11:34 :: 136 Views
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Are you 100% sure that you are going to heaven? If not, how certain are you? Why aren’t you 100% sure? How is your earthly journey to this point? What causes your journey joy? What causes it to be troublesome? Jesus lived the perfect life for us, because we cannot. Jesus died on the cross to forgive every one of our sins. When Jesus rose from the grave He gave the promise that whoever lives and believes in Him has eternal life. Is this easy to believe? Is it easy to put your eternal existence in the hands of Jesus? How does the work of Jesus give you the assurance of heaven? How does Jesus’ promise of a blessed eternity in heaven give new perspective to your earthly journey?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 15, 2008 13:48 :: 148 Views
What do you consider the purpose of your life? What in your life keeps distracting you from your destination? What have you learned in your journey so far? Is there anything you would do differently? What has become your biggest struggle? What has become your greatest joy? As a family or as an individual have you thought about a life planning session? If you haven’t already, what is your Mission statement? What are your core beliefs and values that make up your mission statement? What are your goals in living out your mission for 2009?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 11, 2008 12:20 :: 129 Views
During this season of Advent we will look at the greatest gifs of Christmas. It is through compassion, hope, and unity our greatest needs are met. Throughout these weeks we will spend time receiving these great gifts that we may share them with one another. In this Advent season our needs will be met through the love of God and we will grow in meeting the needs of others.
Compassion Hope Unity
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 08, 2008 16:27 :: 121 Views
When you consider your daily life, what part does God play in it? How often are you talking to God in prayer? How often are you putting God around your life? How do you need to deepen your relationship with God? Can the world tell where you are in your Christian faith? Is it obvious you’re a Christian or do you blend in with the world? 3. How can you better live as a citizen of God’s kingdom? How would others benefit by you living the faith more openly?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - December 01, 2008 10:35 :: 114 Views
At times have you felt Christianity is unfair? What persuaded you to think like this? What have become your challenges being a disciple of Jesus? Have your challenges helped you grow in your faith and being a disciple? Jesus understood his mission—what is your mission as a disciple of Jesus? How have you been living this mission out? With your family, talk about your family’s core values and mission statement, how well are you living it to the glory of God? In your following of Jesus, has there been a time when you became the stumbling block to His ministry? How did you grow in your faith through this experience? What can you do to help your fellow Christians to overcome being a stumbling block for the message of the Gospel?
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Who in your life do you know doesn’t have a relationship with God? Do you view them as someone who is welcomed into the family of God or who just shouldn’t belong to the family of God? When have you shared your faith with someone else? When have you invited others to participate with you in your worship, praise, study, or faith in God? Do you live in an unintentional cloister? What are the needs of the people around you? How are you using your spiritual nourishment to help meet their needs? Did you know the majority of our guests come because of being invited by someone connected to our ministry? Who, either in your life or through your REACHGroup, can you connect with in order to share your spiritual nourishment? Who can you help bring into the family of God and not into a cloister? This week think and pray for this person or family you want to connect with, and set out your plan to build this relationship.
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Rev. Randy Raasch - November 10, 2008 16:28 :: 113 Views
How concerned are you about the condition of our countries economy and your personal finances? What causes you worry about our nation’s future and our world’s stability? Why are you and others worried about such things? Why is it that we tend to rely on our meager personal resources rather than the power of God when it comes to our daily activities and normal routines? The disciples were frightened when they saw Jesus walking to them on the water. Are there times when you are frightened to have Jesus involved in your life? Life is a faith walk. Is it difficult for you to “get out of the boat” and walk by faith? Why is it difficult for you to “let go and let God” control your life? Peter began to walk the walk, but he turned his thoughts to the problems of life. How can you walk on water without letting the wind and waves of this world’s challenges distract you from Jesus?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - November 04, 2008 09:14 :: 337 Views
In the past couple weeks what has appeared to be your biggest problem? How did you respond to it? Did you perceive it as a hindrance or a opportunity? The disciples wanted to send the hungry people away. How do you deal with problems/conflicts? Do you face them head on, take time before addressing it, or avoid the situation all together? Are problems your opportunity or your struggle? Jesus’ always took problems for Him and others and made them opportunities for God’s love & grace to shine. What are the problems you are facing today? How is God involved in them?
Throughout Jesus’ ministry he performed miracles. When or what time in your life have you seen a miracle by God? What problem was the root of the miracle? How will God be able to make your problems today become miracles for tomorrow? For this month start to journal your problems as opportunities and make note where you see God making miracles out of your problems.
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Rev. Randy Raasch - October 27, 2008 11:43 :: 115 Views
Why is it important that before we pray we clear our mind of distractions and personal agendas? Someone once said, “You can’t read your Bible without praying and you can’t pray without reading your Bible.” Why is this true? How does reading the Bible in times of prayer assist you in getting out of your mind and getting into God’s? Living out of your mind is living for Christ. Where in your life do you need to be “living out of your mind?” Have you ever tried “prayer & fasting?” How can fasting assist us in focusing on God and His will? Do you think it is more important for us to change God’s mind or God to change our mind? Why? What does God provide for you to know His mind?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - October 20, 2008 10:18 :: 340 Views
(Matthew 7:7-11)
Why is it hard to add “Thy will be done” to the end of our prayers? How does praying “Thy will be done” assist us in receiving God’s answer to our prayer? Do we really deserve or earn what God gives to us? Does God really depend upon us for anything? The grace of God is the reason our prayers are answered perfectly. How is this a motivation for us to pray? We tend to focus so much on the answer to our prayer. Why is it more important that we focus on the One who answer the prayer rather than the answer?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - October 13, 2008 11:25 :: 315 Views
(2 Samuel 12:1-23)
Why is the answer “No” from God hard to accept? What in your life makes it easier to accept “No” from God? After you pray do you listen for God’s answer? How often are you listening for your will instead of God’s will? After prayer, when have you seen God’s grace being sufficient in your life? How does living under God’s grace, and seeking His will help you grow in your faith? Set aside time each day this week to pray about these things:
• The mission of First Immanuel
• Guidance and Wisdom for our nation’s leaders
• Your relationship with God
• In your community, to build relationships with people who don’t have a relationship with God.
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Rev. Randy Raasch - October 06, 2008 10:04 :: 341 Views
Reflect on a time when an answer to your prayer was obvious? Did God answer you exactly what you prayed for? Do you think God’s hand was evident in the answer? On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being weak and 5 being strong, where is your prayer life? What keeps your prayer life from being deeper? Given that we often turn to the Lord in times of trouble, how easy is it to pray for God’s will to be done rather than yours? How can you be more conscious about praying for God’s will? Set aside time each day this week to pray about these things:
• Persecuted Christians around the world
• Guidance and Wisdom for our nation’s leaders
• The mission of First Immanuel
• For God to help you in your prayer life throughout this month
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Rev. Randy Raasch - September 29, 2008 08:58 :: 125 Views
(Philippians 2:1-11)
Who am I? This is sometimes a tough question. Do you struggle on the continuum of self-esteem and arrogance? How does your sin affect this view? How does your sin affect your living? Forgiveness is beautiful. Do you struggle with living under forgiveness? What in your past or present struggles, is difficult to get out from under? What makes it difficult in your life to live as you are forgiven? Forgiveness creates a new life. How do you live new after receiving the forgiveness of your sins at worship? How do you respond to God’s forgiveness after receiving the Lord’s Supper? Forgiveness is a gift from God. This week look up these verses about forgiveness and talk with your family or others on how you will apply God’s word to your life. Matthew 6:12, Ephesians 1:3-10, Colossians 3:12-17. How will you bask in God’s forgiveness daily?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - September 22, 2008 16:12 :: 120 Views
(Acts 8:26-40)
In your life, when do you find yourself struggling to live your faith? Is it difficult to live your faith around your family, friends, in the work place? As God prepares hearts to hear His word, who in your life do you see God preparing? How intentional are you looking to see where God is preparing hearts? How have you responded to them already or when do you plan to respond to them? The Lord blesses each of us with opportunities to help others grow in a relationship with God. When did you respond to an opportunity God presented for you? When have you not responded to God’s opportunity which he has presented for you? Can you go back to that person and change your response? How has that changed your response since?
This week look at your relationships and determine who you will try to find opportunities to share God’s love and forgiveness. Pray for them, and pray for yourself that God will give you the words and actions when the opportunity presents itself?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - September 22, 2008 14:53 :: 122 Views
(Matthew 18:15-35)
How do you normally deal with conflict? Do you find yourself stressing in your life when conflict arises? How often do you go to God? Jesus specifically displays in His life how to go to the one who offended you and offer them forgiveness. When was the last time you forgave someone? How was your relationship after your conflict was resolved? Who in your life do you feel you have unresolved conflict with? Do they know about it? Have you spoken with them in a kind Christian manner about your conflict? If not when do you plan too? The power of forgiveness can change a person’s life. When was a time someone forgave you for something either you didn’t expect them to, or you felt so blessed because they forgave you? Where do you see forgiveness strengthening your relationships? Whose sins have you not forgiven that you should? How will your life be different from this message from God’s word?
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Rev. Randy Raasch - September 09, 2008 16:23 :: 112 Views
Healing Past Wounds
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Rev. Randy Raasch - September 02, 2008 12:23 :: 97 Views
Recover From Injuries-Pastor Raasch
Rev. Randy Raasch - August 25, 2008 09:41 :: 153 Views
Reach for the Goal
Rev. Randy Raasch - August 11, 2008 09:24 :: 180 Views
Remove Any Hindrances
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Rev. Randy Raasch - August 04, 2008 12:32 :: 156 Views
Remembering the Witnesses
Rev. Randy Raasch - July 28, 2008 09:35 :: 167 Views
Building Bridges with Actions
Rev. Randy Raasch - July 21, 2008 10:48 :: 151 Views
Building Bridges with Words
Rev. Randy Raasch - July 07, 2008 12:17 :: 143 Views
Rest for the Restless
Rev. Randy Raasch - June 23, 2008 09:52 :: 162 Views
Faith Drives Out Fear
Rev. Randy Raasch - June 02, 2008 14:27 :: 147 Views
Fixing Firm Foundations
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Rev. Randy Raasch - May 27, 2008 12:19 :: 168 Views
Don't Worry About Nuthin'
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 27, 2008 12:43 :: 177 Views
Confirmation 08
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 12, 2008 08:45 :: 161 Views
God's Whoever Policy
Rev. Randy Raasch - May 05, 2008 13:13 :: 151 Views
He Gave
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 14, 2008 15:37 :: 144 Views
He Loves
Rev. Randy Raasch - April 07, 2008 11:20 :: 162 Views
The first of a six week study on John 3:16.
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 31, 2008 12:37 :: 163 Views
peace on earth
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 25, 2008 12:34 :: 155 Views
Easter Sunrise Services
Have you ever left feeling empty by the dangers, difficulties and disasters of this world. If so, the enpty tomb gives ...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 25, 2008 13:17 :: 175 Views
AP Easter
Does the message of Jesus' resurrection sound too good to be true? The promises the risen Savior gives are good, because they are tru...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 25, 2008 13:24 :: 169 Views
Abundant Praise Tenebrae Service
The journey of Jesus to the cross of Calvary paves our way to heaven.
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 25, 2008 12:58 :: 159 Views
Maundy Thursday
The gift of forgiveness that Jesus offers in His Supper makes our old lives new.
Rev. Randy Raasch - March 18, 2008 16:23 :: 165 Views
Palm Sunday
Jesus mission was to "seek and to save the lost." We hear how Jesus saves us that we may have new life today and life eternal in heaven with him.
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 11, 2008 08:52 :: 162 Views
What is Our Vison?
The Lord established our congregation for a reason--to reach up to Him in praise, to reach in to each other with care, and to reac...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 06, 2008 08:33 :: 148 Views
Pastor Raasch, Lent - Week 5
Jonah tried to run from the Lord when called to serve Him. The Lord calls us to serve Him. at times we, too,...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - March 04, 2008 17:01 :: 160 Views
Reaching Out to All Others
We, who have been saved by the gift of fatih in jesus, are sent to share that Good News with the world.
Rev. Randy Raasch - February 11, 2008 15:41 :: 187 Views
God's vision to save humankind brought Him to earth in the flesh. He who saved the world from sin and death gives us a vision of sharing this Go...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - February 11, 2008 15:13 :: 176 Views
Is God calling you to put into practice the faith He has entrusted to you? How can you tell? Isaiah will help us understand the call of Go...
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Rev. Randy Raasch - February 05, 2008 10:55 :: 203 Views
Don't like to feel uneasy, scared to try something knew? Our walk with Jesus many times is not much different. Being scared to pray in pub...
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