Identity Derailed by Fear March 10th, 2024 Michael Davidson This talk delves deep into the theme of "Identity Derailed by Fear," examining how worldly fear, when left unchecked, can lead us away from seeking God's guidance. Through the stories of King Saul and David from 1 Samuel 18, we're shown the destructive path of fear and the redemptive power of faith and obedience to God. Saul's descent into jealousy and fear-driven decisions starkly contrasts with David's humble reliance on God's will, offering profound lessons on leadership, faith, and the consequences of our choices. Bible Verses Cov ..read more

Lessons from Abraham and Isaac - Genesis 21 & 22 March 10th, 2024 Clint Letterman Join us as we continue our enlightening series, "Israel: A Messy People Like Us," where we delve into the heart of the Old Testament to uncover the depth of God's patience, faithfulness, and provision. Through the narrative of Abraham and Isaac, we explore how faith is refined through divine testing, and how blessings flow abundantly when we surrender everything to God. This session not only highlights the personal struggles and divine encounters of biblical figures but also draws parallels to our contemporar ..read more

Lot and the Judgment of Sodom & Gomorrah - Genesis 19 March 3rd, 2024 Clint Letterman Get an in-depth look at the shocking and tragic story of Sodom and Gomorrah's destruction from Genesis 19. In this eye-opening sermon, Pastor Clint dives into the depravity and wickedness that led God to rain down fire and brimstone. While an uncomfortable read, this biblical account holds vital lessons about the seriousness of sin, the mercy of God, and the need to flee from compromise. You'll gain insights into Abraham's intercession, Lot's failures, and the sobering reality that all have fallen short o ..read more

Lesson Four: Use Your Gifts and Resources - Various Scriptures February 25th, 2024 Clint Letterman Discover the fourth vital lesson from the Apostle Paul's missionary life: use your gifts and resources. Just as Paul leveraged his education and partners, we must steward our talents and blessings for God's mission. We'll explore spiritual gifts like teaching, encouragement, giving and more that build up Christ's body. You'll be challenged to seek growth in exercising your unique gifts to mature and become more like Jesus. We're reminded that loving God and people is the heart of staying on missi ..read more

Lesson Three: Have a Strategy - Various Scriptures February 18th, 2024 Clint Letterman Discover the third vital lesson from the Apostle Paul's missionary life: have a strategy. Just as Paul strategically brought the gospel into new regions, we need to be intentional in spreading the good news today. We'll be encouraged to pray for specific opportunities to share our faith and to go where lost people are to build relationships. Paul's consistency in marketplaces and synagogues sets an example to follow. We'll also see the importance of sticking around to establish new believers, combating false ..read more

Lesson Two: Know The Gospel, the Scriptures, and the Culture - Acts 17:10-32 February 11th, 2024 Clint Letterman Discover the second vital lesson from the Apostle Paul's missionary life: know the gospel, the scriptures, and the culture. Using Paul's journeys in Acts 17 as a guide, we'll see why this threefold understanding is crucial for sharing Christ effectively. First, we'll define the core gospel message in simple terms and explore different ways to present the good news. Next, we'll be challenged on the importance of knowing the bigger themes and worldviews emerging from scripture to addr ..read more

4 Missional Lessons from the Apostle Paul - Lesson One: Surrender Your Life to God - Acts 9 February 4th, 2024 Clint Letterman Welcome back to the Auberry Community Church podcast! Join us as we explore the first of 4 missional lessons from the life of the Apostle Paul. This lesson focuses on the importance of fully surrendering your life to God, as demonstrated by Paul's radical conversion in Acts chapter 9. We'll learn about Paul's background as a zealous Pharisee who violently persecuted the early Christian church. He had many false assumptions and beliefs about Jesus that were radically ch ..read more

God's Covenant with Abram - Genesis:12-17 January 28th, 2024 Clint Letterman Welcome back to the Auberry Community Church podcast! Join us as we journey through Genesis chapters 12-17 and explore God's covenant with Abram, later named Abraham. Discover how God chose a pagan man named Abram and promised to make him the father of a great nation, even changing his name to Abraham, meaning "father of a multitude." We'll discuss Abraham's roots in Ur and the difficult journey God called him to take to the land of Canaan. See how Abraham wavered in trusting God's promise of an heir, trying to take m ..read more

The Fascinating World of the Old Testament - Genesis 1-15 January 21th, 2024 Clint Letterman Welcome back to the Auberry Community Church podcast! Join along in this fascinating journey through Genesis chapters 1-15 in the Old Testament. We'll explore questions like "Who created us?" and "Why is there evil in the world?" as we dive into stories about Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah and the flood, the Tower of Babel, and more. You'll gain insight into God's nature and attributes - like his grace, justice and love - as demonstrated in his interactions with humanity. We'll also examine potentia ..read more

The Joy of Heavenly Citizenship - Philippians 4 January 14th, 2024 Dr. Andy Flowers Welcome back to the Auberry Community Church podcast! Do you ever feel weighed down by anxiety and hardship? Or maybe you're searching for a deeper, more lasting joy in the midst of life's ups and downs. Join us as we study Philippians 4 and examine the apostle Paul's secret to contentment despite his incredibly difficult circumstances. Paul's uplifting teachings on gentleness, rejoicing, prayer, and thanksgiving during trials offer us wisdom for walking through seasons of suffering. We'll also hear an incredib ..read more