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Jesus Suffered and Died to Give us Every Good Thing

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Jesus-Suffered-and-Died-to-Give-us-Every-Good-Thing.mp3Podcast: DownloadKnow anyone who thinks of God as a mean old miser who’s holding out on them? This message will show you just how wrong that is. He gave his only Son! Why would he hold back anything else? If you’re feeling empty, listen to this message to hear just how full our generous God wants our lives to be. 12/18/11

Prayer and Giving

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Prayer-and-Giving-1.mp3Podcast: DownloadWhat connection is there between giving and my prayer life? Can I live like a miser and expect to fully enjoy God’s generosity in my own life? This message will give you the inside scoop on the connection between generosity and prayer. 12/04/11

Don’t Mess with Grace!

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Dont-Mess-with-Grace.mp3Podcast: DownloadWanna see the Apostle Paul get ticked off? Start adding to salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. And then stand back. Paul (and God for that matter) can’t stand when we act as though the grace we receive through faith in Jesus’ death and resurrection was not enough to save us. Should our lives be filled with good works…

Prayer and Thanksgiving

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Prayer-and-Thanksgiving.mp3Podcast: DownloadThey should go together like turkey and stuffing. But too often we slip into the trap of complaining. And our prayer lives pay the price. How can we overcome this trap and grow in thankfulness? Check out this message for some ideas. Part 8 in a series of meditations based on Sense and Nonsense about Prayer by Lehman Strauss. 11/7/11

Jesus Suffered and Died: A Taste of I Corinthians 14 Today

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/October-Meal-Week.mp3Podcast: DownloadIn I Corinthians 14:26, we read about an early church gathering where “each one” shared what God laid on their hearts to build each other up. We decided to do an experiment and try it today. And guess what? Jesus is still Head of His Church and still loves to speak through His people! 10/16/11

Prayer and Abiding in Jesus

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Prayer-and-Abiding-in-Jesus.mp3Podcast: DownloadIn John 15:7 Jesus said, “If you abide in me and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you.” Awesome promise! But what in the world does it mean to abide? Maybe a story from marriage and a crock pot will help. Check out this message to see. 10/02/11

Prayer and the Will of God

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Prayer-and-the-Will-of-God.mp3Podcast: DownloadPart 6 in a series of short meditations on prayer inspired by Sense and Nonsense About Prayer by Lehman Strauss. 09/04/11

Stories from August 2011

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/August-2011-God-Stories.mp3Podcast: DownloadIt was Nietzsche who said “God is dead.” Well, evidently someone forgot to tell these people. From Nigeria to a mailbox in Granville, check out these stories of God at work. (shared on Sunday, August 21) 08/21/11

Prayer and Faith

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Prayer-and-Faith.mp3Podcast: DownloadPart 5 in a series of short meditations on prayer inspired by Sense and Nonsense About Prayer by Lehman Strauss. 7/3/11

Prayer in Jesus’ Name

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Prayer-in-Jesus-Name.mp3Podcast: DownloadPart 4 in a series of short meditations on prayer inspired by Sense and Nonsense About Prayer by Lehman Strauss. 6/5/11

Aeriel’s Story

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Aeriels-Story.mp3Podcast: DownloadThe story of how Aeriel Kozimor met Jesus (Check out 2 minute Podcast at bottom) Aeriel baptized as daughter (Anya) watches on Aeriel’s Mom (Laura) at Stepping Stones workday and sister (Autumn) on Worship Team

Jim & Lori’s Story

I was raised in the church. I went every Sunday morning and evening…and Wednesday night as well. This gave me a great foundation of Christian belief. But over the past few years I have had the chance to be part of and lead a few small groups.  Through this experience, I have experienced a deeper walk in my relationship with God and with…

Bridget’s Story

“It brought tears to my eyes remembering that day.” – Bridget If you’re like me, some days you’re really excited about our opportunity to share Jesus’ love in tangible ways. Other days, the enemy or just plain old life has a way of making you second guess yourself or the mission you’re on. Hopefully, this will rekindle your fire again. This past Spring…

Prayer and the Holy Spirit

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Prayer-and-The-Holy-Spirit.mp3Podcast: Download Part 3 in a series of short meditations on prayer inspired by Sense and Nonsense About Prayer by Lehman Strauss. 5/1/11

A Walk to Remember

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/A-Walk-To-Remember.mp3Podcast: DownloadJoin two disciples on a walk they would never forget.  Luke 24:13-32

Prayer and Selfishness

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Prayer-and-Selfishness.mp3Podcast: DownloadPart 2 in a series of short meditations on prayer inspired by Sense and Nonsense About Prayer by Lehman Strauss. 4/3/11

Prayer and Unconfessed Sin

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Prayer-and-Unconfessed-Sin.mp3Podcast: Download Part 1 in a series of short meditations on prayer inspired by Sense and Nonsense About Prayer by Lehman Strauss. 3/6/11

Stories from Feb. 2011

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/MC-stories-from-2_20_11-11.mp3Podcast: DownloadMC Leaders & trainees share some of the ways they are seeing God at work.

The Suffering Servant and You

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/The-Suffering-Servant-and-You.mp3Podcast: DownloadScott Mitchell preaches from Isaiah 53 at the second preview service for The Church Next Door. 1/9/11

How to Train Your Dragon

https://churchnextdooraz.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/How-To-Train-Your-Dragon.mp3Podcast: DownloadScott Mitchell shares the vision for The Church Next Door at the first preview service. 12/12/10