Finding Joy Part 1: Full of Joy - Dr. Brian Keesler
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You might not always feel happy, but you can always be full of joy. In the first part of the sermon series, Finding Joy, Dr. Brian Keesler explains the difference between the emotion of happiness and the spiritual fruit of joy. Joy is a supernatural fruit and comes from the Holy Spirit, while happiness is a basic human emotion that results from circumstances/happenings. Joy does not result from what is happening around you; joy results from the indwelling of the Holy Spirit within a born-again believer. Dr. Keesler then shares biblical practices that believers can employ to remain joyful despite their circumstances. Those practices include walking in close relationship with Jesus and believing upon the Word of God. As you learn more about the benefits of maintaining an intimate walk with the Lord, prepare for an infilling of joy.
Scripture References
“I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. John 15:5
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
God's Gifts - Pastor Brian Keesler
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Are the gifts of God still in operation today? How do I test the validity of a move of the spirit? Pastor Brian Keesler answers these questions and others in the sermon, God’s Gifts. Pastor Brian expounds upon the three categories of gifts mentioned in the Bible: gifts of the Father, gifts of the Holy Spirit, and gifts of the Son and explains the four major belief systems centered around their operation. Learn more about the function of fivefold ministers, the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the various levels of grace given by God.
Scripture References
And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ. Ephesians 4:11-13
Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in various tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. 1 Corinthians 12:7-10
We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully. Romans 12:6-8
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Good Ground - Pastor Brian Keesler
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Is the soil of your heart good ground? In Part 3 of the sermon series, Receiving the Word, Pastor Brian Keesler shares how the condition of our heart plays a key role in our ability to receive the Word. Outlined in his message are three practices that a person can follow to always get the most out of the Word they hear. Those methods include studying the message to verify its accuracy, meditating upon the Word to extract the most “nutrition” from it, and actually putting it into practice. The Word is one of the primary things satan will try to steal from a believer. When satan tries to steal the Word we need to double-down on it, not back down from it. After listening to this sermon you will be able to: determine the condition of the soil of your heart; ensure your heart is ready to receive all you can from the Word of God; and make sure the Word always works for you.
Scripture References
Mark 4:1-9 (NKJV)
1 Thessalonians 2:13 (NKJV)
James 1:21 (NKJV)
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Stony Ground - Pastor Brian Keesler
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Are you living a life of balance? Mark 4:16-17 speaks of the Word falling on the stony ground of someone who, when they hear the word, immediately receive it with gladness, but do not have any root so they can only endure for a short time. In part two of the sermon series, Receiving the Word, Pastor Brian Keesler shares that if your walk with the Lord seems to have halted it may be time to ask yourself if your Bible reading and prayer life is greater than, less than or equal to your extracurricular activities.
Cares of the World - Pastor Brian Keesler
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If we're not careful, the cares of the world can choke out the fruitfulness of the Word. In this sermon, Pastor Brian Keesler teaches from Mark 4 and shares how to choke out the cares of the world with the Word.
The Gospel Part 4: Effective Soul Winning - Pastor Brian Keesler
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How many times have you shared your faith with someone without seeing the fruit of salvation at the end of the conversation? In this powerful sermon Pastor Brian Keesler shares three keys to winning souls by successfully sharing your faith.
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The Gospel Part 3: What is the Gospel - Pastor Brian Keesler
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As Christians the Gospel is our only message. Sadly, many Christians have a hard time describing what the Gospel actually is. In this powerful message Pastor Brian Keesler helps make the Gospel easy to understand and easy to communicate.
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The Gospel Part 2: Removing the Veil - Pastor Brian Keesler
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Many times when sharing our faith we become discouraged due to the lack of immediate fruit that we see. In this powerful message Pastor Brian Keesler explains how we can stay encouraged and continue to share our faith understanding that satan has blinded the eyes of the lost so they cannot see the light of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Gospel Part 1: Preach the Gospel - Pastor Brian Keesler
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The great commission is not just a good suggestion. In this message, Pastor Brian Keesler teaches that the moment you become a Christian is the moment you enter into ministry. As believers, we do not have a choice whether or not we get to proclaim the gospel of Jesus. It is our duty. You might not feel like a preacher, but according to Mark 16:15 you are called to evangelize.
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Tongues Part 2 - Pastor Brian Keesler
Continuing his sermon series on tongues, Pastor Brian Keesler continues to explain and expound upon this often misunderstood gift of the Holy Spirit.
The Adult Table - Pastor Brian Keesler
In honor of the 2020 high school graduates at New Creation Church, Pastor Brian Keesler delivered a sermon about the responsibility upon graduation.
Tongues Part 1 - Pastor Brian Keesler
The gift of tongues is often one of the most misunderstood gifts of the Holy Spirit. In this sermon, Pastor Brian Keesler explains the role of this gift and how it should function within the church.
Excellence in Ministry Part 2 - Pastor Brian Keesler
In Part 2 of the sermon series, Excellence in Ministry, Pastor Brian Keesler continues to share how we can walk worthy of our calling by becoming better servants.
Excellence in Ministry Part 1 - Pastor Brian Keesler
In Part 1 of the sermon series, Excellence in Ministry, Pastor Brian Keesler shares how we can walk worthy of our calling by becoming better servants.
Cause and Effect - Pastor Brian Keesler
Every decision we make comes with a risk or a reward. In the sermon, Cause and Effect, Pastor Brian Keesler of New Creation Church explains how the decisions we make every day can bring blessings or curses into our life. If we honor God, there is a blessing. If we go against God's will, there are risks. We all have a choice to make—serve God or obey man. Which will you choose?
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Don't Move Ancient Landmarks - Pastor Brian Keesler
In the sermon, Don't Move Ancient Landmarks, Pastor Brian Keesler of New Creation Church of Owosso explains Biblically why we should leave long-standing boundaries in place.
Speak up for Injustice - Pastor Brian Keesler
In the sermon, Speak up for Injustice, Pastor Brian Keesler teaches why it is our duty as Christians to speak up for what is right.
