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IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST SERIES - Part#4
“IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST”
A CHRISTMAS SERIES
TEXT: COLOSSIANS 1:12-19
PART FOUR
“THE POWER OF THE INCARNATION OF CHRIST”
INTRO: Over the last month we have been involved in a series for Christmas entitled “IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST.” Even though the emphasis of the series has had a CHRISTMAS CONNECTION so as to prevent us from falling into a SECULAR ATTITUDE toward Christmas, in reality OUR ENTIRE LIFE SHOULD BE ALL ABOUT CHRIST. IS YOUR'S? IS MINE?Sermon preached on 12/27/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST SERIES - Part#3
“IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST”
A CHRISTMAS SERIES
TEXT: COLOSSIANS 1:12-19
PART THREE
“THE PROPHECIES OF CHRIST BEFORE HIS INCARNATION”There is no greater and more glorious mystery in the Word of God and, for that matter, in the world, than the INCARNATION OF JESUS CHRIST. In fact, even the Bible calls the INCARNATION a MYSTERY in 1 Timothy 3:16. Because of the GREATNESS OF THE INCARNATION, it is worthy of our deepest gratitude, adoration and wonder! Not only that, but the INCARNATION OF JESUS CHRIST is necessary for an effective salvation from sin. Having said that, MOST PEOPLE DO NOT EVEN CONSIDER THE IMPORTANCE OF THE INCARNATION!
Sermon Preached on 11/20/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST SERIES - Part#2
“IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST”
A CHRISTMAS SERIES
TEXT: COLOSSIANS 1:12-19
PART TWO
“THE PROPHECIES OF CHRIST BEFORE HIS INCARNATION”In approaching Christmas, all too often we get our minds off track spiritually and become more focused on the commercial and secular aspect of the season which truly takes away from the GLORY OF GOD and OUR SINCERE WORSHIP OF CHRIST. WHY DOES THIS HAPPEN?
1) Satan does NOT want us to focus on the real reason for the season. In fact, he dreads the thought of GOD BECOMING FLESH IN CHRIST TO PROVIDE SALVATION!
2) We get involved in our own activities and emotions and yield to our personal concerns MORE than FOCUSING ON AND SUBMITTING TO THE PRE-EMINENCE OF CHRIST. Thus the reality and joy of the season passes us by.
3) We get away from BIBILICAL TRUTH and focus more on WORLDY CIRCUMSTANCES that, due to their very nature, rob us of the blessing of the season.Sermon Preached on 12/13/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST SERIES - Part#1
“IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST”
A CHRISTMAS SERIES
TEXT: COLOSSIANS 1:12-19
PART ONE
“THE PRE-EXISTENCE OF CHRIST BEFORE HIS INCARNATION”As we approach Christmas it is so easy to get “caught-up” in the COMMERCIAL FESTIVITY of the season and therefore DILUTE the REAL POINT OF EMPHASIS of this time of year. CHRISTMAS IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST, AND NOTHING ELSE AT ALL! It is NOT about church…IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST. It is NOT about family…IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST. It is NOT about gifts…IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST. It is NOT about parties…IT IS ALL ABOUT CHRIST. There is no doubt that all Christians would agree to that in THEORY, but how many of us agree to that in practice? This morning we will begin a series that I pray will transfer our THEORY into PRACTICE that will TRULY HONOR THE LORD JESUS CHRIST.
Sermon Preached on 12/6/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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O GIVE THANKS UNTO THE LORD
I am certain that EVERYONE OF US LOOKS FORWARD TO THE THANKSGIVING SEASON for various reasons. 1) For family gatherings. 2) For a vacation. 3) For Football. 4) For Rest. 5) For Food. Historically the THANKSGIVING SEASON has been a part of our heritage since the TIME OF THE PILGRIMS. On November 29, 1673 Governor William Bradford, the leader of the Pilgrims and the governor of the Plymouth, Massachusetts Colony made an official proclamation for a DAY OF THANKSGIVING.
Sermon preached on 11/22/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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PREPARING FOR THE END OF THE AGE Part #3
ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE END OF THE AGE? In the last sermons of this series we have been discussing the concept of PREPARING FOR THE END OF THE AGE…THAT BEING THE CHURCH AGE ON EARTH. In doing so we have observed some things that are taking place in the MIDDLE-EAST, we have studied THE BATTLE OF GOG AND MAGOG as it is laid out for us in Ezekiel 38 and 39 and by doing so have come to the conclusion that IT APPEARS THAT WE ARE RAPIDLY APPROACHING THE END OF THE AGE. So the question remains: ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE END OF THE AGE?
Sermon Series Part #6 Preached on 11/29/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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PREPARING FOR PERSECUTION
WHY SHOULD WE CONDUCT SUCH A STUDY ON PREPARING FOR PERSECUTION?
The immunity to persecution that the TRUE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST has experienced in America is VERY UNUSUAL in comparison to the HISTORY OF THE WORLD. Even though we have seen LITTLE PERSECUTION we have NO REASON to believe we can FOREVER ESCAPE PERSECUTION FOR CHRIST’S SAKE! So this leads us to TWO SIGNIFICANT QUESTIONS:
1. ARE YOU WILLING TO BE PERSECUTED FOR CHRIST?2. ARE YOU READY TO BE PEERSECUTED FOR CHRIST?
Sermon Preached on 11/8/15 PM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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PREPARING FOR THE END OF THE AGE Part 2
TAKING A LOOK AT THE BATTLE OF GOG AND MAGOG
In our last study we took a look at what is taking place in the MIDDLE-EAST as we draw closer to the END OF THE AGE. There is no doubt about the fact that THE FOCUS OF THE WORLD IS ON THE MIDDLE EAST THESE DAYS WITH:
1) The Growing Strength Of Vladimir Putin in the whole world.
2) The Expanding Influence of Russia in the Region.
3) The Invasion of Russia into Ukraine to take over Crimea.
4) The Involvement of Russia in Syria to support the Dictator Bashar al-Assad.
{Russia had asked the U.S. to get out of Syria and in just last few days it was announced that the U.S. will NO LONGER train the Syrian rebels to fight against Assad. Virtually the U.S. has left Syria and Russia is in there for the long haul}.
5) The Announcement that Iran is seeking a relationship with Russia to help them fight against ISIS. This happened because the U.S. appears not to be keeping her commitment to support Iran.
6) It appears that all of the groundwork is being laid for the build-up of the BATTLE OF GOG AND MAGOG.Sermon Preached on 10/11/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull #2
Sermon Preached on 10/18/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull Part#3
Sermon Preached On 11/1/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull Part #4
Sermon Preached On 11/8/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull Part #5
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PREPARING FOR THE END OF THE AGE
A SERIES OF SERMONS DESIGNED TO PREPARE CHRISTIANS FOR THE FULFILLMENT OF BIBLE PROPHECY, THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH AND THE RETURN OF CHRIST TO THE EARTH.
For years I can remember discussions and sermons being preached on prophecy and the return of Jesus Christ to the Earth. As a child growing up I can remember my parents speaking with my PASTOR GRANDFATHER about Ezekiel 38 & 39 and the BATTLE OF GOG AND MAGOG as well as the BATTLE OF ARMAGEDDON. I can recall with clarity evangelists preaching on the END OF TIME and can even remember the first time I heard a preacher back in 1964 set a date for the RETURN OF CHRIST which was to be in 1967.
Sermon preached on 10/4/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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POPE FRANCIS COMES TO AMERICA
Over the past week Pope Francis of the Roman Catholic Church came to the United States and visited Washington, DC, New York City and Philadelphia. His visit to America has been widely covered by all the press to the point that one FOX news reporter said this week it is "ALL POPE ALL THE TIME," and that is about right. No matter what denomination one may be, the Roman Catholic Pope has captured the attention of all American people, both secular and spiritual. Let's sake some time to examine the Pope's visit from the biblical perspective.
Sermon Preached on 9/27/15 PM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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WHERE ARE YOUR CHILDREN
It is common to hear people say "THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH AND OUR NATION IS OUR CHILDREN." That is so very true but the question we must ask is "WHERE ARE OUR CHILDREN?" For the sake of this sermon today let's be more personal and ask "WHERE ARE YOUR CHILDREN?
Sermon Preached on 9/27/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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MISSIONS WHAT DIFFERENCE DOES IT MAKE
Biblical MISSIONS, as defined and described in the Word of God, is to be a VERY VITAL PART OF THE LIFE OF EVERY CHRISTIAN AND EVERY LOCAL CHURCH. Unfortunately that IS NOT ALWAYS THE CASE!
Sermn Preached on 9/20/15 by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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THE LIFE OF THE BELIEVER IN CHRIST
There are many people who would say they are “BELIEVERS IN JESUS CHRIST” who may NOT actually be BELIEVERS IN CHRIST at all, at least in the BIBLICAL SENSE. A genuine BELIEVER IN CHRIST is NOT one who just recognizes that Jesus: 1) Existed as a prophet or religious teacher, or 2) Died for His cause, or 3) Taught great principles for life, or is 4) Savior of the world.
Sermon preached on 9/20/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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LIVE PEACEABLY WITH ALL MEN
One of the most difficult trials Christians face is that of LIVING AT PEACE WITH OTHERS! Whether it is in the home, in the church, on the job, at the school or in society LIVING AT PEACE WITH OTHERS CAN BE A REAL TASK AT TIMES! And yet the Bible says in Romans 12:18, "IF IT BE POSSIBLE, AS MUCH AS LIETH IN YOU, LIVE PEACEABLE WITH ALL MEN."
Sermon Preached on 9/13/15 AM By Pastor Gary G. Dull
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ABOUNDING IN THE WORK OF THE LORD
On LABOR DAY we celebrate and honor those who have been a part of the work force that has made America great. In my opinion, such honor is needed and should be encouraged. A good work ethic is VERY BIBLICAL as the Word of God teaches in 2 Thessalonians 3:10, "IF ANY WOULD NOT WORK, NEITHER SHOULD HE EAT."
Sermon Preached on 9/6/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull
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THE SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS OF THE BELIEVER
In many ways it could be said that the BELIEVER IN JESUS CHRIST is the RICHEST AND MOST BLESSED PERSON ON THE FACE OF THE EARTH. At times as we look around us and see the "apparent" prosperity of the godless, that may be difficult to realize. Nevertheless it is true that THE BELIEVER IN JESUS CHRIST HAS MORE IN LIFE AND ETERNITY THAN THE UNBELIEVER WILL EVER BEGIN TO IMAGINE OR EXPERIENCE! One passage of scripture that solidifies that reality is Ephesians 1:1-14 where the Holy Spirit led the Apostle Paul to speak of the SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS OF THE BELIEVER. This text should prove not only to be an academic study of the scripture, but also a passage of GREAT ENCOURAGEMENT as we learn more about what we have in Christ. As the old spiritual song says, "IT IS A GRAND THING TO BE A CHRISTIAN," this text relates to us why that is the case.
Sermon preached on 8/30/15 PM by Pastor Gary Dull
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IN THE PRESENCE OF THE LORD
At various times in the Word of God we see illustrations of situations where people have been blessed by being in the presence of the Lord:-Moses: Exodus 3:1-6-Isaiah: Isaiah 6:1-8-Disciples: Matthew 17:1-8EXPERIENCING THE PRESENCE OF THE LORD IS SOMETHING WE SHOULD ALL DESIRE...NOT IN THE SENSE OF SEEING HIM DIRECTLY, AS THAT IS NOT NECESSARILY HOW GOD WORKS IN THIS AGE, BUT BEING CLOSE TO HIM TO THE POINT THAT HE CHANGES OUR LIVES.Sermon Preached on 8/9/15 PM by Pastor Gary G, Dull -
TURN YOUR EYES UPON JESUS
There are many things going around us that can discourage those of us who love the Lord and want to see Him glorified. Some of those things take place at work. Some in the family. Some in the church. Some in society. We would do well to remember that things will not be perfect and that no matter where we turn discouraging things will be taking place. Because of the discouraging things many Christians become discouraged, give up, quit, become negative, jump from job to job or church to church and some even leave the community and in certain cases the Country. BUT NO MATTER WHERE WE GO ON EARTH WE WILL RUN INTO DISCOURAGING THINGS! SO, WHAT DO WE DO? Hebrews 12:1-4 has the answer. Let’s take a look!Sermon Preached on 7/26/15 PM by Pastor Gary Dull -
THE ULTIMATE SERVANT:JESUS CHRIST
Many people these days are looking for WAYS TO HAPPINESS. And their search goes into many difference areas. But the text we have before us relates one of the most SPIRITUALLY WHOLESOME WAYS TO HAPPINESS. BEING A TRUE SERVANT OF THE LORD.Sermon Preached on 7/12/15 PM by Pastor Gary Dull -
LIVING IN ANTICIPATION OF THE COMING DAY OF THE LORD
We are living in both EXCITING AND SERIOUS TIMES! The times are EXCITING because we are seeing prophecy being fulfilled before our very own eyes and the RAPTURE IS GETTING CLOSER! The times are SERIOUS because the attitudes and the actions of society are rejecting biblical truth, denying godly principles and opposing the work of Christ. It seems like every day the BASIC ABSOLUTES OF SCRIPTURE ARE BEING AGGRESSIVELY TORN APART BY SECULAR AND HUMANISTIC THOUGHT. All of this is to be expected as we draw closer to the RETURN OF CHRIST and anticipate the COMING DAY OF THE LORD. But HOW ARE WE AS CHRISTIANS TO LIVE IN LIGHT OF WHAT IS GOING ON AROUND US? Under the Inspiration of the Holy Spirit the Apostle Paul gives us clear direction in 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11Sermon Preached on 7/12/15 by Pastor Gary Dull -
THE DUTY OF NATIONS
As we celebrate AMERICA'S INDEPENDENCE we would do well to take a good look at what we havein this Nation. America has experienced the BLESSING OF GOD far more than any other nation upon the face ofthe earth up to this point in time, including Israel. AMERICA WAS FOUNDED ON BIBLICAL PRINCIPLESOF RIGHTEOUSNESS AND TRUTH BY MEN WHO RECOGNIZED THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THOSEPRINCIPLES IN GOVERNMENT AND PERSONAL LIFE. But in the last several generations America hasbeen on a trend away from those principles of righteousness and truth. AMERICA IS IN THE PROCESS OFFORGETTING GOD!Sermon Preached on 7/5/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull -
NOW THAT SAME SEX MARRIAGE IS THE LAW OF THE LAND WHAT IS THE CHURCH TO DO
On June 26, 2015 something happened in the United States of America that I never thought would happen. Many celebrated! It was a very sad day! THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT HANDED DOWN A DECISION ON HOMOSEXUAL MARRIAGE THAT INCLUDED:1) That all 50 States of the Union may grant licenses for homosexuals and lesbians who desire to get married.2) That all States that DO NOT grant licenses for homosexual and lesbian marriage MUST recognize the licenses of the States that do.WHO WOULD HAVE EVER THOUGHT THIS WOULD HAPPEN IN AMERICA?Sermon Preached on 6/28/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. DullNOW THAT SAME SEX MARRIAGE IS THE LAW OF THE LAND WHAT IS THE CHURCH TO DO.pdf 166.52 KB (Last Modified on June 27, 2015) -
CHALLENGES FOR THE MAN OF GOD
Today is FATHERS DAY when people all across America will be HONORING THEIR FATHERS. Indeed we MUST HONOR GODLY FATHERS! Throughout scripture God is looking for MEN to be MEN OF GOD. Sadly there were certain times when HE COULD FIND NONE…Ezekiel 22:30. But most of the time there was a remnant of GODLY MEN who stood for the TRUTH OF GOD! Today, GOD IS LOOKING FOR THOSE WHO WOULD CHARACTERIZE AS BEING "MEN OF GOD."Sermon preached on 6/21/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull -
THE SAINTS SPIRITUAL HOME
One of the most wonderful blessings of being a Christian is the GREAT OPPORTUNITIES FOR WORSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP GOD HAS OFFERED TO EACH OF US. For instance, daily we can worship Him and fellowship with the Lord and then on a regular basis we can WORSHIP WITH AND FELLOWSHIP WITH OTHERS OF LIKE PRECIOUS FAITH through the Local ChurchSermon Preached 6/14/15 AM by Pastor Gary G. Dull -
THE UNDERSTANDING OF MARRIAGE
We are facing a situation in America today that would have never been considered an issue in the mind of our founders 239 years ago when our Nation was born. It is a situation we would have never considered 50 years ago or even 25 years ago that PEOPLE OF THE SAME GENDER SHOULD BE UNITED IN MARRIAGE. BUT WE ARE FACING IT HEAD LONG EVEN AS I SPEAK! THE UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT IS CONSIDERING THE QUESTION OF WHETHER PEOPLE OF THE SAME-SEX MAY RECEIVE A LICENSE TO MARRY! BY THE END OF THIS MONTH WE WILL KNOW HOW THE COURT HAS DECIDED!Sermon Preached on 6/7/15 AM by Pastor Gary G, Dull