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Risen Church NC
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Risen Church NCChristians & Culture: The Great Debate - 1 Corinthians 8
What should Christians think about __________? We ask all sorts of questions like this all the time, concerning our faith's intersection with culture…
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BLUEPRINTS: Without Objection - Acts 10:17-44
In this message, we discuss the imperative to share our faith, specifically with those outside of our comfort zones. God is glorified through every witness…
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PROVIDENCE: Don't Forget - 2 Kings 5:1-15
One of the major themes of the Scriptures is that our God is sovereign over all the world, providentially caring for every person. The Bible doesn't shy away…
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GOLDEN AGE: Household of God - 1 Kings 5
In this message, we discuss how the Old Testament Temple model compares to what Jesus set in motion and made possible in our current age. While what we have…
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GOLDEN AGE: Application Makes All the Difference - 1 Kings 3-4
In this message, we see Solomon apply the wisdom which God had given him and the nation thrives as a result. We take this principle and consider what else the…
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BLUEPRINTS: Rising Up - Acts 9:32-10:23
Across the first 9 chapters of Acts, the spotlight moves from one disciple to another, as the Church at large grows and people are reached for Christ. It seems…
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PROVIDENCE: In Your Corner - Isaiah 45
This study on PROVIDENCE is all about the Bible's overarching message that our God is Sovereign and is working all things towards the Ultimate Good. It doesn't…
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BLUEPRINTS: Winning Moves - Acts 9:18-31
In this message, we discuss: - How Paul's salvation represented an unthinkable breakthrough against humanity's sinful nature, - How the Christian progression…
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Heaven In View: As It Is - Philippians 4
In the final message in this series, Paul shows us how we can bring Heaven's promises and power into our lives today. If we make choices as if were in Heaven…
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GOLDEN AGE: Wisdom Calls - 1 Kings 3:1-15
GOLDEN AGE: Wisdom Calls - 1 Kings 3:1-15 by Risen Church NC
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BLUEPRINTS: God is Able - Acts 9
If there's one chapter of the Bible that underscores and punctuates God's ability to save and change a life, it's Acts 9. Of all the barriers the Gospel had…
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Heaven In View: Pressing On - Philippians 3:12-21
We are promised Resurrection Life through Jesus Christ. Philippians 3 identifies our greatest stumbling block--Looking back rather than setting our eyes on…
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BLUEPRINTS: Beyond - Acts 8:26-40
In this message, we see the church officially take on the next phase of its mission. In Acts 1:8, Jesus commanded His disciples to go beyond Jerusalem--to…
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Heaven in View: Enough is Enough - Philippians 3
In this message, we discuss the common struggle within every person, across every generation: We are all looking for something to hope in and trust in, to…
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BLUEPRINTS: Full Send - Acts 8:9-25
In this message, we learn how availability and malleability are the most important factors in being effective servants of God. We also study contrast between…
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Heaven In View: Low Power Mode - Philippians 2:1-18
Philippians 2 teaches us that when we consider what Jesus has done for us, we will consider others above ourselves. Paul identities this as our greatest…
Risen Church NCGOLDEN AGE: Who Is The King? - 1 Kings 1
In this message, we discuss King David's last days as king, Adonijah's self-exaltation, and the Sovereignty of God amidst it all
Risen Church NCHeaven in View: Everything's Redeemable - Philippians 1:12-30
One of Paul's main reasons for writing Philippians was to address the concern for him following his recent imprisonment. Many were wondering how even someone…
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BLUEPRINTS: In the Margins - Acts 8:1-8
In Acts 8, the church finds itself on its heels, as state sponsored persecution ramps up. Following the death of Stephen, the religious leaders are emboldened…
Risen Church NCHeaven In View: From Beginning to End - Philippians 1:1-11
Philippians teaches us how valuable and vital it is to always keep Heaven in view--to always bring today under Eternity's perspective. In this introductory…
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Sabbath Promise - Jeremiah 8:18-22
Just as we rely on bandaids to cover our wounds, we often turn to temporary fixes for our spiritual struggles. Throughout the Bible, God is consistent in His…
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BLUEPRINTS: Something Greater - Acts 7
In this message, we discuss Stephen's earnestness and passion for ministry and how it should inform our approach. We also listen to his summary of the Old…
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BASICS: Mission - 2 Kings 7:1-9
Our BASICS series concludes with a conversation about the Great Commission. We all love to tell others about our greatest joys. From life's simplest pleasures…
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The Servant-Savior: Roman Paradox - Mark 15:1-15
In this message, we study the history of Rome's occupation of Israel and how this set up the circumstances surrounding Jesus' crucifixion. God's plan all along…
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BLUEPRINTS: Ministry Matters - Acts 6
In this message, the early church begins addressing its needs for structure and leadership to enable effective, efficient ministry. We see how this gave the…
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The Servant-Savior: Like a Lamb... - Mark 14:43-72
In this message, we follow Jesus from Gethsemane to his trial before the Jewish council, focusing on these points and more: - We consider how preposterous it…
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BLUEPRINTS: Worth Every Stripe - Acts 5:33-42
In the face of persecution, the Apostles made the decision to double down on their faith and the Kingdom of God. In this message, we discuss how this…
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BASICS: Relationship - John 17:1-5
Christianity at its very core is all about a relationship with God through Jesus Christ. We often emphasize faith, obedience, or Heaven when defining…
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The Servant-Savior: Darkest Before Dawn - Mark 14:27-42
In this message, we witness Jesus facing the darkest of nights with a peace and resolve like none other.
Risen Church NCBASICS: The Word - 2 Timothy 3:10-17
BASICS is about understanding the core pillars of our faith. This series will center us around what's most important and position us for spiritual maturity and…
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The Servant-Savior - Worthy & Faithful - Mark 14:1-26
In this message from Mark 14 we discuss: - How the religious leaders, Judas, and Mary all reflect the possible responses to Jesus. What does Jesus mean to us?…
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BLUEPRINTS: We Must - Acts 5:12-42
The early church was motivated by a brand of faith that will always inspire and challenge readers. However, this faith is not stuck in the past, but is very…
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Summer Psalms: 139 - All Access
Psalm 139 invites us to rest in the unchanging attributes of our good and loving God. Listen as we consider the access we have to God by faith and how this…
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BLUEPRINTS: Bolder & Brighter - Acts 4:23-5:11
The boldest faith creates the brightest witness. In this message, we look at the boldness of the early church, from their testimony before the courts to their…
Risen Church NCSummer Psalms: 132 - Make Room
Few people have enjoyed the blessings and security that King David knew in his generation. Aside from the material possessions, he knew the heart of God like…
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Summer Psalms: 121 - Lift Up Your Eyes
Psalm 121 reminds us to worship when it's the last thing we feel like doing. So many times we associate worship with feelings, but worship is about overcoming…
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BLUEPRINTS: Fearless & Bold - Acts 4
The early church displayed a brand of fearlessness that could only be explained through supernatural cause. They had witnessed the most supernatural event…
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BLUEPRINTS: More Than A Miracle - Acts 3
The book of Acts is more than a collection of incredible miracles—it’s a record of how God established and authenticated His Church while also providing…
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PRAYER: Sacred Stewardship - 2 Chronicles 32
In this message, we learn that one of the most valuable things we can ever have in our possession is ANSWERED PRAYER. For God to hear our cry and entrust us…
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BLUEPRINTS: Christ-Centered Community - Acts 2:37-3:26
One of the most important themes of Acts is how the Gospel creates a transformed, Christ-centered community. In this message, we break down the different…
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PRAYER: Crisis Management - 2 Chronicles 20
In this message, we discuss how our fears can be exchanged for faith and boldness, even if trouble and uncertainties linger. If we are willing to suspend our…
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America 250: Out of Many, One - Deuteronomy 8 & 1 Corinthians 8
A reflection on 250 years of American history, how the Scriptures inspired our founders, and how they might continue to guide us into accountability, unity…
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PRAYER: Public Declaration - 2 Chronicles 7
In this message, we learn how a humble approach and a pure desire for God is key to receiving true, spiritual blessings.
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PRAYER: Lasting Words - 1 Chronicles 29
In this message, we hear King David's final, public prayer in which he calls Solomon and the rest of Israel to consecrate themselves to God. Through sacrifice…
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PRAYER: Generational Shift - 1 Chronicles 4:9-11
1 & 2 Chronicles were written to inspire a new generation of Israelites to not repeat the mistakes of their ancestors and teach them the power of prayer. From…
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PRAYER: Revolutionary Move - 1 Chronicles 16:11
What does it look like to put God at the center of our lives? And why is it so critical that we revolve our lives around Him? Listen as we look at King David's…
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BLUEPRINTS: Preparation Matters - Acts 1:12-26
Acts 1:1-11 gives us the promise of Pentecost and foreshadows all of the incredible moments ahead for the church. It's tempting to move right into chapter 2 to…
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BREAKTHROUGH: Reconsider - Haggai
In this message, Haggai confronts and challenges us in our priorities and reflects back at us the futility of putting anyone and anything above or alongside…
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The Servant-Savior: The Great Reversal - Mark 9:30-50
Of all the systems and ideals that Jesus came to turn on their heads, the definition and concept of Greatness is probably the most significant. In this…
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BREAKTHROUGH: Restoration - Joel
For years, Israel repeated a cycle of rebellion and remorse, returning to God only when they began to yearn for the worldly goods they had cost themselves. The…
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The Servant-Savior: Lift Up Jesus - Mark 9:9-29
In this message, we discuss the importance of being a church willing and ready to help all people, especially those who may seem beyond rehabilitation.
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BREAKTHROUGH: Runaway - Jonah
The story of Jonah often gets reduced down to cartoonish caricature of a defiant, rebellious unbeliever. However, the story of Jonah is actually a very…
Risen Church NCThe Servant-Savior: Turning Point - Mark 8:27-9:8
By this point in Mark's Gospel it is clear that Jesus is more than an ordinary man and everyone is suspecting that He had a connection with God the world had…
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The Servant-Savior: Blurred Vision - Mark 8:1-26
The Disciples are at their most relatable in this passage, where we find them repeatedly doubting and stumbling in their faith. Jesus offers a soft and…
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BREAKTHROUGH: Come Home - Micah 6
What does God want from us more than anything else? What will set us apart as His people and distinguish from those who don't believe? The prophet Micah…
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BLUEPRINTS: Infallible Proof - Acts 1:1-11
The first chapter of Acts is more of a continuation than it is a beginning. That's because it's literally part two of the story of Jesus and the movement He…
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BREAKTHROUGH: Ransomed - Hosea 3
The Old Testament contains many efforts by God to breakthrough the hardened hearts of Ancient Israel, and the book of Hosea may be the most powerful and…
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The Servant-Savior: Unlimited - Mark 7:24-37
After a tense stand-off with the Religious Leaders on the subject of sin and true righteousness, Jesus departs Israel on one of His most surprising missions…
Risen Church NCBLUEPRINTS: Highly Motivated - Matthew 16:13-20
Welcome to our newest series, BLUEPRINTS- a study on the first generations of Jesus Followers and the path the paved in founding and building the Church. While…
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DISCIPLESHIP: Together For Him - John 17:15-26
In this conclusion to our DISCIPLESHIP series, we study the last part of Jesus' prayer in John 17. Whereas the first part can be extracted from the text and…