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What does it mean to be Mennonite or Anabaptist ? Study the history, Scriptural support and implications for your life through this in-depth series.
A study of the beginning and basic theology of the Christian faith
What does the Bible say about money and how does God want us to use it? We dig into these topics during this four-week series on stewardship.
What does God have to say about sex, marriage and singleness both to the Corinthian culture and our 21st century culture?
A study through the Gospel of Mark
Where should people, but especially men, turn when they want to better understand what a Godly relationship should look like within the home? Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
What is the goal of marriage? If it is unity, how does that get accomplished? According to Scripture, the heart of the man and wife must be addressed. This sermon takes a brief break from the 'Sermon on the Mount' to address these questions from Ephesians 5 Speaker: Aaron Yoder & Janice YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Why does the Good Shepherd leads us into the topic of divorce within the 'Sermon on the Mount' and what does He say about this difficult subject? In this message, we consider the Lord's teaching in Matthew 5, Mark 10 and 1 Corinthians 7. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Disciples of Jesus are empowered to say no to sin and to find value in personal boundaries which keep them from falling into destructive habits. What are yours? Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
What is in a look? Is there any problem with noticing beauty? Why does Jesus' use such vivid language regarding the battle with lust? Guest Pastor Phil Somers guides us further into the Sermon on the Mount as Jesus teaches about adultery within the human heart. Speaker: Phil SomersBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
All people who seek to hinder or harm disciples of Jesus, are merely blind athletes competing for a coach who is leading them down a path of eternal destruction. Therefore, God empowers Christians to treat human "rivals" differently. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Does the Gospel of Mark, with it's strange ending, give us enough evidence to believe in the resurrection of Jesus? As we conclude this series through Mark's Gospel, we end by answer this question and it's applications for today. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
Who is Jesus? As we study Jesus' trial and crucifixion, we'll look at how the comments made about Jesus, even by his accusers, point towards His divinity and His power. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
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How should Christians respond when crisis comes our way? To understand an answer to this question, we study the disciples' reaction to Jesus' arrest and compare that to Jesus' own posture during the same event. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
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How can we understand the Olivet Discourse - the passage in which Jesus appears to be talking about the 'end of the world' just before His return? Are those passages only apocalyptic or did they have some practical application for the disciples living in Judea? We dig into this difficult passage and deal with the debated verse 30. Finally, we turn …
What kinds of idolatry can even religious people struggle with? We look into this question by studying Jesus' conversations with the Sadducees and the scribes in Jerusalem. In the end, Jesus directed his disciple's attention to the most unlikely person and in so doing showed us how to deal with religious idolatry. Speaker: Aaron Yoder…
When Jesus said, "Render unto Caesar, what belongs to Caesar" what did He mean? More importantly, what does that command mean for Christians living in the United States in the 21st century? This text leads us directly into the difficult subjects of taxes, government, voting and the Lordship of Jesus. Speaker: Aaron Yoder…
Where does authority come from? What authority does Jesus had? If Jesus really had divine authority, then what caused the Jewish leaders to reject him? We dig into this important questions as we focus on Jesus' last days before His crucifixion. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
Did Jesus really present Himself as a king? If so, what did he want from God's people in Jerusalem or his group of disciples? We dig into those questions and study Jesus intentional actions as he entered Jerusalem for the last time before his death. Then we consider how his actions & teachings apply to Christians who serve him as King. Speaker: Aar…
What is pride? What are some of the symptoms of pride? How can Christians see pride in themselves and instead clothe themselves with humility? We dig into Jesus' interactions with James, John and Bartimaeus to better understand the answers to these questions. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
What must a person do to be saved and inherit eternal life? This pressing question is perhaps the most important question in all of human existence. Many assume that 'living a good' life has something to do with the answer. Today, we dig into Jesus' answer which is so much more radical than trying to live a morally upright life. Speaker: Aaron Yode…
How should Christians respond to the reality of divorce and the difficulty of marriage? We dig into this difficult, but relevant topics in light of Jesus teachings on them. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
What is doubt? What should we do when we doubt? Why does God even allow faith-testing, doubt producing trials? We dig into these difficult but relevant questions as we study Jesus' interaction with his disciples and the father of a demon-possessed boy after Jesus' returned from the Mount of Transfiguration. Speaker: Aaron Yoder…
How is the world's definition of greatness different from God's definition of greatness? We study Jesus' teaching on this topic and consider how Jesus' example applies to our lives today. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
Why does God lead us into mountain top experiences only to lead us out of them? Guest preacher, Paul Walles, teaches through the disciples' experience with Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration. Speaker: Paul WallesBy @fmcmorton
Where was the movement of Jesus headed? To answer this, Jesus contrasts the wealth of Caesarea Philippi with the shame of Roman crucifixion. Speaker: SethBy @fmcmorton
Who is the Gospel of Jesus really for? We study the crucial moment in Jesus' ministry when he started to turn his attention towards the Gentiles and consider how His missional focus applies to our lives today. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
How are traditions beneficial and how can they blind us from a relationship with God? As we study Jesus' interactions with the Pharisees and Syrophonecian woman, we consider the blessing and challenges that go along with religious traditions. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
What priorities kept Jesus ministering to the needy crowds during the height of his public ministry? We look at the habits of Jesus and apply them to our lives as servants of God. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy @fmcmorton
What is hope? How do we know if our hope is placed in that which is lasting and secure? We look at these questions in light of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Abraham's example and Mary Magdalene's testimony. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Christians talk often about faith...but what is it? How is faith defined according to Scripture? What does Abram's story tell us about the difference between faith and saving faith? We consider those questions as well as look ahead to the suffering of Jesus in order to anchor of our in that which saves. Speaker: Aaron Yoder…
How ought believers manage the wealth which God supplies? Likewise, do we have an obligation to be generous either to God or others? We study these topics in light of the Lord's provision and blessing upon Abram. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
How did the flood alter our world? We study this culturally relevant topic in view of both Scripture and geographic studies. Then we use the flood story to better understand the faithful, covenant keeping nature of God. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
How does God view worship? Likely, many Christians have ideas of what worship is but rarely do we try to ask the question from God's perspective. We dig into this topic by studying Cain and Abel's first recorded sacrifice to the Lord and what was motivating them in their worship of the living God. Speaker: Aaron Yoder…
What are the challenges that women face as a result of living in a fallen world? By zooming into Genesis 3:16, we look at the layers of discord which are common for many women. Then we consider the way in which Jesus makes women...and men...new. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
How was Eve tempted away from the truth about God's commands? Guest preacher, Dr. Troy Teater, looks at that question and applies it to our ongoing temptation to deny God's perfect way? Speaker: Dr. Troy TeaterBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
What is the role of husband in the marriage relationship as determined by God? This difficult, but important topic, begins by studying why God created Adam before Eve and then assessing the dynamics which make for a healthy, Godly marriage. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
What are angels and demons? Is there really a personal 'devil' who holds temporary authority of the world? If so, what is his work and battle cry against people? We dig into these difficult questions - leading to the gift of grace and conquest of Jesus Christ. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Is there any such thing as pointless work? We look at the concept of work and stewardship in light of God's command for Adam to tend to the Garden of Eden - citing examples from the Global Anabaptist and Mennonite Church. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
How long did it take for God to create the world? This question swirls within Christian conversations - especially in the light of the claims of modern science. We dig into this difficult topic but then look at the simple truths for Christians to proclaim confidently about the creation of the world. Speaker: Aaron Yoder…
Who is the Holy Spirit? How can we make sense of what happens in believers when He comes to fill their spirit? We dig into these complex but important questions in a board overview of the Holy Spirit throughout the Bible. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Who is God? This universally relevant question is so significant, yet we can easily skip past it while in conversation. Would you be able to describe the true nature of God concisely and Biblically? Study through part of His character in order to engage a culture which tends to misunderstand or ignore God. Speaker: Aaron Yoder…
What does it mean to be a Christian and why is abiding in Jesus so important? These seem elementary, but we go back to the basics at the beginning of this series to better understand Jesus' example and call upon our lives. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
How can Christians stay sober-minded and fully dependent on the Lord while living in a wealthy culture? We look into this question and consider how the allure of wealth invites lukewarm Christian living as we study Jesus' words to the believers in Laodicea. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
What can we say as we talk with people who are suffering? Also, how can we grow to be Christians who are prepared to patiently endure the next season of hardship? We study Jesus' words to the Christians in Sardis to understand how to grow in patient endurance. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
How do you wake up a 'sleeping' Christian? Although it may sound like the start of a joke, Jesus is concerned with awaking lazy or distracted believers. We study this relevant question from Jesus' words to the church in Sardis. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
How do Christians discern deceptive spirits, especially around the topic of sexual immorality? Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
What is idolatry? Does idolatry even exist today? If so, why is it to be avoided as a follower of Jesus? We dig into these questions as we study Jesus' message to the church in affluent and religious Pergamum. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Why do Christians suffer and why do Christians not suffer? Along with looking at the dynamics among the believers at Smyrna, FMC Elder, Dr. Troy Teater, digs into these relevant questions. Speaker: Troy TeaterBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Ultimately, what is God's desire for His people and His church? We dig into this question as we start this brief series on Jesus' seven messages to the seven churches - and all churches. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
What is God looking for from His Church? Guest Pastor and Conference Minister Michael Danner explores this question as we conclude our study in Acts...for now. Speaker: Michael DannerBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
Who is the message of the Gospel for? This may be a simple question with a simply answer. However, it can be very easy for disciples of Jesus to dismiss others as 'unfit' to hear about Jesus - for a variety of reasons. Today, we look at this temptation as we study Peter's vision and experience with a Roman Centurion while also looking at who 'the c…
Does God still do 'impossible' things today? We journey into this topic in order to bolster our hope in the Lord as we look at Peter's interactions in Lydda and Joppa. Speaker: Aaron YoderBy First Mennonite Church of Morton
