Weekly messages from Vaughn Park Church in Montgomery, Alabama.
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Want to complete the mission — or win the race? Keep your focus on God. As we begin Vacation Bible School, Tim turns to Numbers 13 for a lesson about 10 men who had everything necessary to be winners, but they failed to see God's power in their circumstances.Af Tim Rine
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Do you need help in applying knowledge to practical situations? Try asking! In today's lesson, Tim explores James 1:5-8 and the power of a prayer offered in faith.Af Tim Rine
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We may not rejoice for our problems, but we can rejoice in our problems — because they help us develop patience, faith and character. As we begin a series on the book of James, Tim challenges us to reflect on the pressures in our lives and how we are responding in faith.Af Tim Rine
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How are you holding up against the winds of our fallen world? In today's lesson, John Mark takes us to James 5 to rediscover the power of prayer and the role confession plays in helping us heal.Af John Mark Stephenson
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Why do we pray? In today's lesson, Tim turns to scripture to remind us prayer changes things — from circumstances, to others and especially the one doing the praying.Af Tim Rine
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On Senior Sunday, Donovan challenges our graduates and the church to Be Connected and Be Connectors.Af Donovan Rillion
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As we near the end of the Our Foundation series, Tim discusses the mission of the church and how Vaughn Park's ministries are reaching out to share the gospel.Af Tim Rine
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How is our vision? Do we see others with the eyes of Jesus, or is our sight impaired by preconceptions and assumptions? In today's lesson, Baron takes us to Mark 5:21-34 to help us see others and ourselves as God does.Af Baron Goins
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How do we defeat sin in our lives? In today's lesson, Tim encourages us to balance personal responsibility with dependence on God as we use the tools of the Bible, Holy Spirit and Circumstances to change.Af Tim Rine
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Living a Zoe life involves loving God passionately and loving people tangibly. As we continue the Our Foundation series, Tim provides an opportunity for us to embrace God's vision for Vaughn Park by getting involved in worship, service and outreach.Af Tim Rine
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Have you been back to the water? In today's lesson, Tim encourages us to remember our baptism as we confront the lies we hear from Satan and our human nature.Af Tim Rine
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Over the centuries, many have tried to disprove Christ's resurrection with other explanations for the empty tomb. As Tim concludes three lessons on Jesus' death, burial and resurrection, he exposes the fallacy of these arguments.Af Tim Rine
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He is Risen, indeed! On this Easter Sunday, Tim asks us to join him on a journey to the tomb as we explore reasons to believe in the resurrection of Jesus and why that single event is the key to not only eternal life but also full, abundant, overflowing life (Zoe!).Af Tim Rine
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What's the most important event in history? The Death, Burial and Resurrection of Jesus — or as Tim says, the DBR. As we unpack the Gospel over three weeks, Tim begins with a lesson on reasons we can have confidence that Jesus not only lived, but died.Af Tim Rine
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What do people see in you? In the church? In today's lesson, Cowboy Tim illustrates how outward appearances can lead others to make a judgement about inward qualities. As we strive to look more like Jesus, Paul's first letter to the church at Corinth challenges us to meet others where they are, so we may win some to Christ.…
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Do you see Jesus? Do you recognize His house? Have you found the Gateway? In the first of two lessons on Jesus in Our Foundation series, Tim turns to the story of Jacob's ladder in Genesis to help make sure we Don't Miss Him.Af Tim Rine
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As we continue the Our Foundation series, Tim encourages us to dive into scripture. HIs favorite tool: SOAP, or Scripture, Observation, Application and Prayer.Af Tim Rine
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Are you reading the Book? In today's lesson, Tim encourages us to develop a deeper desire for God's Word.Af Tim Rine
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What is God's greatest miracle? Creation? Parting the Red Sea? Healing? Resurrection? In today's lesson, Tim challenges us to consider the impact of God's peace, strength and forgiveness in our lives.Af Vaughn Park Church of Christ
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What is your picture of God? Is it the same as God's picture of God? As we begin the Our Foundation series, Tim turns to scripture for a clearer view of who God says He is.Af Tim Rine
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As Vaughn Park Church strives to be led by the Spirit, all to the glory of God, Tim reviews the qualities and responsibilities of shepherds.Af Tim Rine
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As Tim concludes our series on stewardship, he turns to Luke 6 and Malachi 3 to consider the blessings of a giving heart.Af Tim Rine
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If Jesus said "there's one thing you lack," what would that one thing be? In today's lesson, Tim uses the account of the rick young ruler to help us contemplate the thing or things we need to surrender to the Lord.Af Tim Rine
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When we understand God has given us everything we need to do to achieve His purposes, we begin to appreciate the blessing of sharing our time, talents and resources. In today's lesson, Tim takes us to 1 Chronicles 29:10-17 as we continue our study of stewardship.Af Tim Rine
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Our attitude toward time, abilities and resources says a lot about stewardship and what is Lord of our lives. In today's lesson, Tim helps us see the story of the Good Samaritan through a different lens, as he challenges us to do something for others.Af Tim Rine
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We want instant gratification, but God calls us to obedience and perseverance. His plan is superior to ours because his purpose is greater than ours. In today's lesson, Donovan takes us to the story of Joshua at Jericho as he challenges us to seek God's mission for our lives in 2024.Af Donovan Rillion
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Fear not, for behold.... What causes us to be afraid when confronted with the living God? In today's lesson, Tim unpacks the sin and lack of trust which foment fear. Instead, he challenges us to see, listen and respond to the Savior.Af Tim Rine
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Do you hear what I hear? Really? But are you listening? In today's lesson, Tim challenges us to consider how we respond to Jesus' birth. Are we sharing the Good News? Do we treasure it in our hearts?Af Vaughn Park Church of Christ
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Why was Mary chosen to be Jesus mother? What made her special? In today's lesson, Tim challenges us to follow Mary's example of being servants ready to do whatever God asks of us.Af Tim Rine
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Are you normal? Or, are you accepted? In today's lesson, Tim shows us how the genealogy of Jesus can provide us encouragement about how God can use less than perfect people to achieve His perfect purpose.Af Tim Rine
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Do you carry scars from your past? Are you living in a barren place? What if you could be welcomed to the king's table as a prince or princess? In today's lesson, Tim reveals how similar we are to the Old Testament character, Mephibosheth.Af Tim Rine
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What is God's prescription for discouragement? In today's lesson, Tim picks up where we left Elijah last week to see how God brings the prophet from the brink of death to a renewed mission.Af Tim Rine
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Are you discouraged? Has fear replaced your faith? In today's lesson, Tim uses Elijah as an example of how discouragement can hurt our eyes, hands, mouth and mind.Af Tim Rine
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Have you lost your life for Jesus? In today's lesson, Tim shares his personal journey of discovering Jesus. For each of us, it begins with dying to self and culminates with finding the Zoe! life.Af Tim Rine
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Are you all in for Jesus? In today's lesson, Donovan uses Luke 5 to challenge us to consider if we've truly surrendered to the Lord. For if we do, Jesus says in Luke 18 we will receive many times more than what we give up.Af Donovan Rillion
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It's time for choice foods and sweet drinks! As we conclude our study of Nehemiah, Tim encourages us to celebrate for the joy of the Lord is our strength.Af Tim Rine
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When the builders are making progress, you can count on Satan to attack with discouragement and division. In today's lesson, Tim examines five ways Satan tried to undermine the people in Nehemiah's day — the same tricks he uses to attack the Church today.Af Tim Rine
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When do you give thanks? At suppertime? The fourth Thursday of November? How about when you are ridiculed, threatened, giving credit, and expecting God to work? Today's lesson focuses on giving thanks and on answering the trumpet call to help in building for God.Af Tim Rine
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We're building! So, we're not just calling for masons, electricians, plumbers and carpenters. We're looking for chefs, cosmetologists, insurance salespeople and nurses. In today's lesson, Tim uses Nehemiah 3 to illustrate the importance of every Christian in building for the Kingdom as Vaughn Park Church seeks 100 missionaries for the River Region.…
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How big are your dreams? Have you prayed about those dreams and let God help you make a plan? In today's lesson, Tim takes us to Nehemiah 2 where we get a picture of courage, boldness and faith in pursuing a dream.Af Tim Rine
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As we continue our study of Nehemiah, Tim explores the cupbearer's prayer in chapter 1 where we see the focus on God's character, my sin, God's promises; and my request.Af Tim Rine
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How do you begin creating positive change in others' lives? Ask and Care! As we begin a new series on Nehemiah, Tim challenges us to follow the great builder's example by asking our neighbors how they're doing, listening to their answer and caring enough to help.Af Tim Rine
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As Vaughn Park Church prepares for Agape Giving Sunday Sept. 10, Tim sits down with Erich and Allena Burbage to talk about their journey as foster parents as well as Agape Executive Director Steve Duer to hear about the needs and victories in serving vulnerable mothers and children.Af Tim Rine
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When God asks "Whom shall I send?" are you prepared to respond "Here I am. Send me!" If not, Tim's lesson may help as we see God, ourselves and the harvest more clearly.Af Tim Rine
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What do you say to someone who needs Jesus in their life? How about start with what Jesus has done in YOUR life? In today's lesson, Tim helps us overcome the fear of speaking about Him by reminding us we already know everything we need to share.Af Tim Rine
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How do people know we're Christians? It's not the sign on our building, our dynamic programs or even our benevolent service. Jesus said, the answer is our love. As Tim builds a foundation for natural evangelism, he challenges us to understand the importance of love and unity — and to demonstrate these qualities in tangible ways to one another.…
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Does evangelism seem unnatural? Do you find talking to others about Jesus difficult? As Tim begins a four-part series, he helps calm our fears by reminding us evangelism is relational, not confrontational. When we are connected to Jesus, He provides the opportunities and the power.Af Tim Rine
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Do you want to hear God speak? Got questions? In today's lesson, Tim leads us to the familiar parable of the sower for practical tips about how we can soften the soil of our hearts so God's word can penetrate and take root.Af Tim Rine
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It seems some people get more than they deserve. In today's lesson, Donovan explores the parable of the workers in Matthew 20, which reminds us God is more than fair. He's generous!Af Donovan Rillion
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What is hell like? The Bible provides few details about the dreaded destination. One thing is for sure: God isn't there. In today's final installment of his lesson on the Lazarus parable, Tim helps us consider how knowledge of eternal darkness can motivate us to reflect Jesus' light in this world.Af Tim Rine
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