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- Nov 13, 2016Dnow Sunday
- Nov 6, 2016The Church and the StateNov 6, 2016The Church and the StateBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: SpecialsThis sermon was preached on the eve of the 2016 presidential election. How should Christians think about politics? Some think there are certain controversial issues such as politics that Christians should avoid. On the other hand, some think the solution to all our problems is found through political involvement. To help answer these difficult issues, we go to God’s Word and discover several timeless principles for how Christians should think about the relationship between the church and the state.Matthew 22:15-22
- Oct 30, 2016Foundations of the FaithOct 30, 2016Foundations of the FaithBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: SpecialsOn October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 theses to the church door in Wittenberg, Germany and effectively began the Protestant Reformation. 499 years later, we still celebrate and experience the benefits of that Reformation which helped restore the church to the foundational teachings of the Bible. In this sermon, we talk about the most significant principles that were reintroduced by Luther and the other Reformers: Scripture Alone, Grace Alone, Faith Alone, Christ Alone, and God’s Glory Alone.
- Oct 23, 2016The Two Shall Become One
- Oct 16, 2016Grace Changes Everything
- Oct 16, 2016Hymn Sing
- Oct 9, 2016Salvations Belongs to the LordOct 9, 2016Salvations Belongs to the LordBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Lessons From a FishJonah 2 is a unique psalm Jonah prays to the Lord from the belly of the fish. We are reminded of our need for salvation. We need God’s grace as much as anyone, and it is important for us to recognize this lesson in order to experience his salvation. We are also reminded that salvation is from God from beginning to end. We simply need to cry out to him. Finally, we discover some of the results of salvation and ways in which Jesus is greater than Jonah.
- Oct 3, 2016God is in ControlOct 3, 2016God is in ControlBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Lessons From a FishWe learn from Jonah 1 that God is in control in all places. Just as Jonah cannot escape God, neither can we. This thought is both humbling and encouraging. We also learn He is in control of all things. Like Jonah, we often affirm this truth but we don’t live like it. The good news is that God is gracious and He sends someone greater than Jonah.
- Sep 25, 2016I Am Among You As The One Who ServesSep 25, 2016I Am Among You As The One Who ServesBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Mission StatementWhat does it look like to be great in God’s kingdom? We learn that it looks very different from the way the world thinks about greatness. We discover that true greatness involves humility and serving.
- Sep 18, 2016Making Disciples Who ImpactSep 18, 2016Making Disciples Who ImpactBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Mission StatementJesus has given the church a simple mission to make disciples. A key aspect of being a disciple is making Christ known. We are reminded from this passage that God wants to be known, and we discover key principles for making Him known.
- Sep 4, 2016Making Disciples who ConnectSep 4, 2016Making Disciples who ConnectBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Mission StatementThe message of the gospel is that we are not right with God but we can be because of what Christ has done at the cross. While the gospel is about being right with God, the gospel is also about the peace Jesus has established among God’s people. An important part of growing as a disciple of Christ is to grow together with God’s people. We discover from this text why we should value one another and why we should be connected with one another in the church.
- Sep 4, 2016Making Disciples who ServeSep 4, 2016Making Disciples who ServeBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Mission StatementThe message of the gospel is that we are not right with God but we can be because of what Christ has done at the cross. While the gospel is about being right with God, the gospel is also about the peace Jesus has established among God’s people. An important part of growing as a disciple of Christ is to grow together with God’s people. We discover from this text why we should value one another and why we should be connected with one another in the church.
- Aug 28, 2016Making Disciples Who WorshipAug 28, 2016Making Disciples Who WorshipBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Mission StatementWe discover this incredible truth that God wants our worship. This is why He created us, and this is why we have this deep thirst. The problem is that we try to satisfy our thirst in ways that can never truly satisfy. The good news is that God has provided the way for us to be satisfied. We learn what it means to worship in spirit and truth and experience true satisfaction.
- Aug 21, 2016Making Disciples Who Worship, Connect, Serve & ImpactAug 21, 2016Making Disciples Who Worship, Connect, Serve & ImpactBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 Mission StatementAt Vista Grande, we have a simple mission. We want to make disciples. We want to see people become disciples, and we want to see people grow up in Christ. One helpful part of our mission statement is four key words that describe what discipleship looks like so you can know what is expected of you. These four words reflect the values of the first church and every faithful church since Acts 2. We want to make disciples who worship, connect, serve & impact.
- Aug 7, 2016The God who Knows
- Jul 31, 2016One Story, One KingJul 31, 2016One Story, One KingBy: Dr. Chris MooreSeries: 2016 PsalmsEven though the Bible includes 66 books, we are reminded from Psalm 110 it is ultimately one book with one story and one Author. We are also reminded that this story is about one King. We discover why He is the greatest King and why we should follow Him.
- Jul 24, 2016True Worship
- Jul 17, 2016Characteristics of a Transformed Life
- Jul 17, 2016Let the Earth Rejoice
- Jul 10, 2016The Distinguishing Characteristics of a Mission ChurchJul 10, 2016The Distinguishing Characteristics of a Mission ChurchBy: Mr. Larry DickSeries: MiscHebrews 9:11-15
