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Wait upon the Lord
"Wait upon the Lord"
May 04, 2008
Youth Takeover Service
Noah found favor in God's eyes, due to his obedience to the Lord. How does his example inspire you today?
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What’s so special about the Bible?
"What’s so special about the Bible?"
April 27, 2008
Joe Brown
Talk is cheap, but that applies to those who use the Bible and those who criticize it. Joe gives four reasons why we can trust the Bible.
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Why Does God Allow Evil?
"Why Does God Allow Evil?"
April 20, 2008
Joe Brown
We can assume that Jesus was asked about bad things happening to good people. Jesus gives a response that is a bit off point, and potentially redefines "tragedy".
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What About Those Who Do Not Hear?
"What About Those Who Do Not Hear?"
April 13, 2008
Joe Brown
We are tempted to change the doctrine of salvation in order to answer tough questions. Let’s discern where to hold the line and where to be honest about the mysteries that don’t make sense.
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What Happens When We Die?
"What Happens When We Die?"
April 6, 2008
Joe Brown
Our imagination, speculation and the Bible allow our minds to wonder about the afterlife. But it's important to recognize what is fact, fiction, and simply false.
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What's a cult, what's a religion and who gets into heaven?
"What's a cult, what's a religion and who gets into heaven?"
March 30, 2008
Joe Brown
Christians should be bold, but being confident about the wrong things is usually counter productive. In this message, you are given a grid through which you can evaluate what matters most in religious teaching.
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How do we know Jesus rose?
"How do we know Jesus rose?"
March 23, 2008
Joe Brown

The greatest miracle of all time meets our greatest need. The historical evidence for the resurrection compels us to live because He lives.
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Why Does There Have To Be Blood?
"Why Does There Have To Be Blood?"
March 16, 2008
Joe Brown

Jesus died so that we might live. The blood of Jesus was sufficient to pay the bill that we owe.
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State of the Church and New Frontiers, Part 2
"State of the Church and New Frontiers, Part 2"
March 9, 2008
Joe Brown

Joe finishes his initial assessment of Hillside Church. Moving forward, we want to foster an environment of authenticity.
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State of the Church and New Frontiers, Part 1
"State of the Church and New Frontiers, Part 1"
March 2, 2008
Joe Brown

Joe gives his observations of Hillside Church. The Apostle Paul assures us that when we are about sharing the aroma of Christ, we can’t help but be effective.
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Up and Out: Total Worship Part 2
"Up and Out: Total Worship, Part 2"
February 24, 2008
Daniel Garcia

It's a natural tendency to identify with being a “Separatist” or a “Conformist.” Which way do you tend to be drawn? How can you live a biblically balanced life?
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Up and Out: Total Worship
"Up and Out: Total Worship, Part 1"
February 17, 2008
Paul Brown

Our expressions of worship can be intensely personal, yet we are called to worship together as a community of believers.
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Random Acts of Kingdom
"Random Acts of Kingdom"
February 10, 2008
Joe Brown

Matthew transitions out of the sermon on the mount. Do you find Jesus’ teachings amazing or compelling?
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The Foolish, The Wise and Their Fate
"The Foolish, The Wise and Their Fate"
February 3, 2008
Joe Brown

Professing and hearing must be followed by obeying. In the end, it will be too late for talk. The wise make decisions for Jesus now.
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Where Does Your Road Lead?
"Where Does Your Road Lead?"
January 27, 2008
Joe Brown

Jesus says there are two roads, two gates, and two kinds of prophets. Where does your road lead?
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What Does it Mean to Judge?
"What Does it Mean to Judge?"
January 20, 2008
Joe Brown

Jesus' teaching about judging doesn't mean we should keep silent about right versus wrong. In this message, Joe talks about the difference between good judging and bad judging.
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Look at the Birds
"Look at the Birds"
January 13, 2008
Joe Brown & Ben Bajarin

God asks us to do something big (seek first the Kingdom), but before we consider this huge challenge (and it is huge), let's be reassured that we can trust that he'll take care of us if we do.
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Ask & Receive
"Ask & Receive"
January 6, 2008
Joe Brown

Jesus invites us to pray. Like kids freely ask their fathers for things, God wants to hear all of our requests and give us good gifts.
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Rewards for Actors
"Rewards for Actors"
December 30, 2007
Joe Brown

None of us likes a hypocrite, yet none of us is above being one. Jesus reminds us that our intended audience is what makes the difference.
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