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Monday Jan 08, 2024
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
Sunday Jan 07, 2024
40 Days of Prayer: What is Prayer? (Part One)
Message by Senior Pastor, Don Brock
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Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
God's Vision for Gateway
Message by Senior Pastor, Don Brock
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Monday Dec 18, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
This sermon explores why God chose Mary to be the mother of Jesus. Pastor Don first clarifies some misconceptions - the Bible does not teach that Mary should be worshipped or prayed to. She was not sinless or perfect, just used by God because of her ordinary humility and obedience.
God chooses to use people who earnestly desire to do His will, not those who are powerful or impressive by worldly standards. Mary was young, poor, uneducated - but willing. We must daily seek God in order to know and follow His purpose for our lives.
God also uses people willing to pay the cost of obedience. Following God’s path requires personal sacrifice - giving up comforts, reputation, worldly success on occasion. Mary gave up all these with courage because she valued God’s plan over her own.
Finally, God uses people who dare to walk by faith not fear. Mary had great reason to fear her calling, but she believed the angel’s promise that “nothing is impossible with God.” Instead of worrying, she worshipped God with thanks and humility.
True obedience, while costly, always results in blessing and joy. Pastor Don testifies he committed to following Jesus 51 years ago - despite many trials, God proved faithful every time. There is no greater gift we can give Jesus than surrendering our whole selves to live by trusting obedience as Mary did.
Monday Dec 11, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Pastor Don begins by introducing Riley and Madison Williamson who are going to South Korea to minister to students at Camp Humphreys. He prays for them and asks the congregation to support them.
He then transitions to the main message about what it means to be a spiritual person. He explains the differences between cultural Christians, biblical Christians, and nonbelievers. True believers have the Holy Spirit living inside them, guiding them to truth.
The Holy Spirit gives new power to live righteously and avoid sin. He leads and directs believers into truth and wise choices. The relationship with God becomes intimate like a child relating to a loving father. There is confidence in being God’s child and even being an heir with Christ.
An illustration is shared of three kinds of lives – the natural self-directed life without Christ’s influence, the spiritual Christ-directed life with Christ ruling, and the carnal self-ruled life where Christ is present but not obeyed. The goal is to live the spiritual, submitted life consistently.
In summary, a key mark of a true, biblical Christian is having the indwelling Holy Spirit who empowers righteous living, reveals truth, creates an intimate connection to God, and transforms us to living for God’s glory rather than selfish desires. The choice confronts all believers – will we allow Christ to rule our lives or try ruling ourselves? The path to spiritual maturity and peace lies in submitting to Christ’s lordship through the Spirit’s power.
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
PreChristmas at Gateway: The Great Parabola
Message by Children's & Young Families Pastor, Jeff Pruitt
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