Growing Together http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/ en Dennis Kreiss Dennis Kreiss Dennis Kreiss info@pinegrovecommunitychurch.com clean Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:47:55 +0800 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss MyPodcast.com RSS generator v1.0 info@pinegrovecommunitychurch.com (Dennis Kreiss) support@mypodcast.com (MyPodcast team) 1 Peter 4 Ever felt like that? Ever felt like that? How can I personally keep from turning on 1 Peter 4 Ever felt like that? Ever felt like that? How can I personally keep from turning on the shrinking mechanism of the church? And better yet… which button is the grow button? We are taking very small, safe, simple steps to learn how to share our faith and reach people for Jesus Christ. Last week we discovered that we could touch hundreds of people every year for eternity with a warm smile and welcome. Today Pastor Dennis will show you how you can significantly impact and transform dozens of those people annually. 1 Peter 4 Ever felt like that? Ever felt like that? How can I personally keep from turning on the shrinking mechanism of the church? And better yet… which button is the grow button? We are taking very small, safe, simple steps to learn how to share our faith and reach people for Jesus Christ. Last week we discovered that we could touch hundreds of people every year for eternity with a warm smile and welcome. Today Pastor Dennis will show you how you can significantly impact and transform dozens of those people annually. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/07/Honey_I_shrunk_the_Church-127802.html Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:47:54 +0800 28:32 clean Luke 7 What is one thing you can do that can have an eternal impact on hundreds of people? Gree Luke 7 What is one thing you can do that can have an eternal impact on hundreds of people? Greeting and Welcoming are two of the most influential tools in our faith factor tool belt. They can have an unbelievable, dynamic affect. "The preaching may be biblical, the singing inspirational and the sermon uplifting, but when a visitor finds no one who cares whether or not he/she is there, They are not likely to come back.” You can have an eternal impact on hundreds of people a year just by welcoming them into your circle of friends. Luke 7 What is one thing you can do that can have an eternal impact on hundreds of people? Greeting and Welcoming are two of the most influential tools in our faith factor tool belt. They can have an unbelievable, dynamic affect. "The preaching may be biblical, the singing inspirational and the sermon uplifting, but when a visitor finds no one who cares whether or not he/she is there, They are not likely to come back.” You can have an eternal impact on hundreds of people a year just by welcoming them into your circle of friends. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/07/Softening_the_Blow_of_Agoraphobia-123973.html Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:56:07 +0800 28:32 clean John 1 When was the last time you invited someone to church? That’s not too difficult is it? Inv John 1 When was the last time you invited someone to church? That’s not too difficult is it? Inviting someone to church? Or does the thought of extending an invitation bring fear to your heart. If you fear rejection, you are not alone. According to research, most Americans have never been invited to church—never, ever. So how important is our faith? Is the issue of eternal life and the Christian life essential or just a just a nice add on. I think you know the answer. The goal of this message today is that we would move beyond fear of rejection and begin to extend a simple cordial invitation to our acquaintances. John 1 When was the last time you invited someone to church? That’s not too difficult is it? Inviting someone to church? Or does the thought of extending an invitation bring fear to your heart. If you fear rejection, you are not alone. According to research, most Americans have never been invited to church—never, ever. So how important is our faith? Is the issue of eternal life and the Christian life essential or just a just a nice add on. I think you know the answer. The goal of this message today is that we would move beyond fear of rejection and begin to extend a simple cordial invitation to our acquaintances. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/07/Bracing_yourself_for_rejection-122255.html Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:53:01 +0800 28:32 clean Acts 4 We are never more like Jesus than when we give. Let me give you a truism… a spir Acts 4 We are never more like Jesus than when we give. Let me give you a truism… a spiritual reality that will turn your touches into transformed lives. The truism is found in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave…” That same principle is restated in the words of Jesus in Acts 20:35, “It is better to give than to receive.” The truism is this: “We are never more like Jesus than when we give.” Today Pastor Dennis will give 3 safe, simple steps to overcoming your fear and sharing your faith. Acts 4 We are never more like Jesus than when we give. Let me give you a truism… a spiritual reality that will turn your touches into transformed lives. The truism is found in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave…” That same principle is restated in the words of Jesus in Acts 20:35, “It is better to give than to receive.” The truism is this: “We are never more like Jesus than when we give.” Today Pastor Dennis will give 3 safe, simple steps to overcoming your fear and sharing your faith. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/06/Breaking_Through_Fear_With_Cookies-120427.html Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:11:10 +0800 28:32 clean Exodus 3 & 4 The number one fear of Americans is public speaking or the fear of oral communicati Exodus 3 & 4 The number one fear of Americans is public speaking or the fear of oral communication. About 1 out of every 5 of us have a serious struggle when it comes to talking to people. It causes anxiety, conflict, and pushes us out of our comfort zone… We don’t want to look foolish… It is no wonder that when we Christians are confronted by the Great Commission, most of us experience guilt. And it is no wonder, that when ask people to share their faith, they respond in debilitating communication apprehension. Exodus 3 & 4 The number one fear of Americans is public speaking or the fear of oral communication. About 1 out of every 5 of us have a serious struggle when it comes to talking to people. It causes anxiety, conflict, and pushes us out of our comfort zone… We don’t want to look foolish… It is no wonder that when we Christians are confronted by the Great Commission, most of us experience guilt. And it is no wonder, that when ask people to share their faith, they respond in debilitating communication apprehension. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/06/Facing_Your_1_Fear-118591.html Wed, 18 Jun 2008 15:48:21 +0800 28:32 clean What are you afraid of? Today we are going to begin a new series of messages on Overcoming our Fe What are you afraid of? Today we are going to begin a new series of messages on Overcoming our Fears, and Sharing Our Faith. Let me zoom in on the number one fear of Americans. The fear of speaking in public. Most people are afraid of talking to groups of people, large or small, and a great majority of us are painfully uncomfortable talking to individuals, especially strangers. That’s why making friends and building relationships is so difficult for us. And that is precisely why sharing our faith ranks so high in the fear factor scale. We are afraid of what people might think of us. We don’t want them to think we are stupid. We don’t feel well versed enough in our faith to bring it up. In this new series of messages, Pastor Dennis aims to conquer your fears so that you can be an effective witness. What are you afraid of? Today we are going to begin a new series of messages on Overcoming our Fears, and Sharing Our Faith. Let me zoom in on the number one fear of Americans. The fear of speaking in public. Most people are afraid of talking to groups of people, large or small, and a great majority of us are painfully uncomfortable talking to individuals, especially strangers. That’s why making friends and building relationships is so difficult for us. And that is precisely why sharing our faith ranks so high in the fear factor scale. We are afraid of what people might think of us. We don’t want them to think we are stupid. We don’t feel well versed enough in our faith to bring it up. In this new series of messages, Pastor Dennis aims to conquer your fears so that you can be an effective witness. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/06/No_More_Fear_Factor-116535.html Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:33:54 +0800 28:32 clean Do you believe in ghosts? Is it my imagination, or are there unseen enemies lurking about? The Do you believe in ghosts? Is it my imagination, or are there unseen enemies lurking about? The words that whisper in my mind and all around me… am I the only one who hears them, or do other people hear whispers as well. Is there any such thing as ghosts, ghouls and monsters under my bed, or is there some rational explanation for what goes bump in the night. Do you believe in ghosts? Is it my imagination, or are there unseen enemies lurking about? The words that whisper in my mind and all around me… am I the only one who hears them, or do other people hear whispers as well. Is there any such thing as ghosts, ghouls and monsters under my bed, or is there some rational explanation for what goes bump in the night. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/06/The_Lost_demonized_man-116534.html Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:32:52 +0800 28:32 clean Romans 7 Why is sin so pleasurable and yet so painful? How can I overcome my sins? Will I ever Romans 7 Why is sin so pleasurable and yet so painful? How can I overcome my sins? Will I ever be free from these feelings of guilt, shame and pain? And, by the way, why do I keep doing the same stupid things I don’t want to do? Life is a struggle because we have missed the mark and are paying the price. But is there hope that we can start our lives over again? Yes there is. Romans 7 Why is sin so pleasurable and yet so painful? How can I overcome my sins? Will I ever be free from these feelings of guilt, shame and pain? And, by the way, why do I keep doing the same stupid things I don’t want to do? Life is a struggle because we have missed the mark and are paying the price. But is there hope that we can start our lives over again? Yes there is. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/05/The_Lost_Addicted_Man-113455.html Thu, 29 May 2008 15:47:00 +0800 28:32 clean Job 1 Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do bad things happen to me? Is God punishing Job 1 Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do bad things happen to me? Is God punishing me? Am I cursed? Is it Karma? If there is a God, why doesn’t he do something about all the starving and abused children in the world? If he is loving, he would want to stop injustice. And if he was almighty, he would step in and do so. So, since bad things keep happening, some people claim that either he is too weak to respond or not loving at all! It sounds like infallible logic until you understand the grand plan of God. Job 1 Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do bad things happen to me? Is God punishing me? Am I cursed? Is it Karma? If there is a God, why doesn’t he do something about all the starving and abused children in the world? If he is loving, he would want to stop injustice. And if he was almighty, he would step in and do so. So, since bad things keep happening, some people claim that either he is too weak to respond or not loving at all! It sounds like infallible logic until you understand the grand plan of God. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/05/Lost_The_Lost_Unlucky_Man-111455.html Thu, 22 May 2008 16:11:29 +0800 28:32 clean Genesis 39 Do you think everything happens for a reason? Even bad things? What if the people th Genesis 39 Do you think everything happens for a reason? Even bad things? What if the people that you thought you could trust betrayed you. What if life conspired against you and left you crippled, imprisoned, alone and devastated? What if you had no idea why these things happened to you? There seems to be no rhyme nor reason for anything. Your world is is nothing like you expected. Do you think that things happen for a reason? Is God in control, or is the universe controlled by blind fate, dumb luck, accident or coincidence? Genesis 39 Do you think everything happens for a reason? Even bad things? What if the people that you thought you could trust betrayed you. What if life conspired against you and left you crippled, imprisoned, alone and devastated? What if you had no idea why these things happened to you? There seems to be no rhyme nor reason for anything. Your world is is nothing like you expected. Do you think that things happen for a reason? Is God in control, or is the universe controlled by blind fate, dumb luck, accident or coincidence? Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/05/Lost_The_Lost_Lame_Man-109504.html Thu, 15 May 2008 12:32:31 +0800 28:32 clean Acts 17:16-34 Do you really know God? It’s a tragedy that there would be anyone in the world tod Acts 17:16-34 Do you really know God? It’s a tragedy that there would be anyone in the world today who does not know enough about God to know him. Everyone should know God. The problem of our world today is that the popular ideas of God are false and empty. Thomas once said to Jesus, “Master, show us the father.” Jesus said, “He who has seen me has seen the Father.” Jesus is the way to the father. If you know Jesus, you Know God, if you don’t know Jesus, you will never know God. Acts 17:16-34 Do you really know God? It’s a tragedy that there would be anyone in the world today who does not know enough about God to know him. Everyone should know God. The problem of our world today is that the popular ideas of God are false and empty. Thomas once said to Jesus, “Master, show us the father.” Jesus said, “He who has seen me has seen the Father.” Jesus is the way to the father. If you know Jesus, you Know God, if you don’t know Jesus, you will never know God. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/05/Lost_The_Lost_Priest-107404.html Thu, 08 May 2008 12:09:00 +0800 28:32 clean Luke 23:32-43 Are you too bad for heaven? Lost, that’s how the average man feels sometimes. Out o Luke 23:32-43 Are you too bad for heaven? Lost, that’s how the average man feels sometimes. Out of Place. Confused. Welcome to our little blue and green island called earth, adrift somewhere in a vast and dark universe. If you find you’re a bit lost in the layers of this life, fear not. This message series aims to answer some of your deepest questions and to give you the chance to start your life over again, in a place unlike any you’ve ever experienced. There mistakes of the past no longer matter, it’s who you become that matters. Today we look at poor lost Kate the Criminal as an example of what we have to look forward to if we are the worst of the worst. Luke 23:32-43 Are you too bad for heaven? Lost, that’s how the average man feels sometimes. Out of Place. Confused. Welcome to our little blue and green island called earth, adrift somewhere in a vast and dark universe. If you find you’re a bit lost in the layers of this life, fear not. This message series aims to answer some of your deepest questions and to give you the chance to start your life over again, in a place unlike any you’ve ever experienced. There mistakes of the past no longer matter, it’s who you become that matters. Today we look at poor lost Kate the Criminal as an example of what we have to look forward to if we are the worst of the worst. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/04/Lost_The_Lost_Thief-107400.html Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:04:00 +0800 28:32 clean Is Jesus the Lord of your life? Many people want a savior, but few want a master. We value our ind Is Jesus the Lord of your life? Many people want a savior, but few want a master. We value our independence, but God values our humble obedience. Some of us want to live it up and enjoy life, but God wants us to give it up and serve him. We are interested in happiness, God is interested in holiness. Our dilemma is that we are between the ant and the elephant. In this story about an ant who wanted to play with the elephants, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: It is called The Lordship of Christ. Is Jesus the Lord of your life? Many people want a savior, but few want a master. We value our independence, but God values our humble obedience. Some of us want to live it up and enjoy life, but God wants us to give it up and serve him. We are interested in happiness, God is interested in holiness. Our dilemma is that we are between the ant and the elephant. In this story about an ant who wanted to play with the elephants, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: It is called The Lordship of Christ. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/04/The_Ant_and_the_Elephant-103026.html Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:48:23 +0800 28:32 clean Romans 12:1-2 How would you like to gain the victory over your sins? May I suggest to you that ma Romans 12:1-2 How would you like to gain the victory over your sins? May I suggest to you that many of us are crying out like Paul did in Romans 7:19, “the good that I want to do, I do not do; but the evil I will not want to do, that I do. O wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death?” In this story about a baby crock who overcame his fears to rule as king of the crocodiles, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must consider yourself dead to sin. Romans 12:1-2 How would you like to gain the victory over your sins? May I suggest to you that many of us are crying out like Paul did in Romans 7:19, “the good that I want to do, I do not do; but the evil I will not want to do, that I do. O wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death?” In this story about a baby crock who overcame his fears to rule as king of the crocodiles, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must consider yourself dead to sin. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/04/After_a_While_Crocodile-100778.html Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:26:44 +0800 28:32 clean 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Any attempt to win the battle of life apart from God is like storming a cas 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Any attempt to win the battle of life apart from God is like storming a castle with hamsters. You can throw hamsters at your problems all day long and all you will get is bruised and bleeding hamsters. Paul called this failed strategy: Storming the Castle in the flesh. In this story about a group of hamsters who tried to take over the world, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must walk in the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Any attempt to win the battle of life apart from God is like storming a castle with hamsters. You can throw hamsters at your problems all day long and all you will get is bruised and bleeding hamsters. Paul called this failed strategy: Storming the Castle in the flesh. In this story about a group of hamsters who tried to take over the world, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must walk in the Spirit. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/04/Storming_the_Castle_with_Hamsters-98893.html Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:46:31 +0800 28:32 clean Stories and Parables Ephesians 5:18-20 Perhaps you have always wanted to live the joyful Christi Stories and Parables Ephesians 5:18-20 Perhaps you have always wanted to live the joyful Christian life. Perhaps you want to experience the joy and victory of the Christian Life, but just can’t seem to break free. The blessed reality for the Christian is that we can fly with the eagles! As often as a Christian says YES to God, he is filled with the Spirit. As soon as he says NO to God he grieves the Spirit. In this story about an Eagle who though he was a Turkey, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must be filled with the Spirit. Stories and Parables Ephesians 5:18-20 Perhaps you have always wanted to live the joyful Christian life. Perhaps you want to experience the joy and victory of the Christian Life, but just can’t seem to break free. The blessed reality for the Christian is that we can fly with the eagles! As often as a Christian says YES to God, he is filled with the Spirit. As soon as he says NO to God he grieves the Spirit. In this story about an Eagle who though he was a Turkey, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must be filled with the Spirit. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/04/Flying_with_the_Eagles-96769.html Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:30:41 +0800 28:32 clean Stories and Parables John 8:32-36 Some of us have believed all our lives that we are sheep. Af Stories and Parables John 8:32-36 Some of us have believed all our lives that we are sheep. After all, I was born in America, and I do go to church, and I’m a nice guy, and not as bad a sinner as some! In this story about a Pig who though he was a Sheep, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must be born again Stories and Parables John 8:32-36 Some of us have believed all our lives that we are sheep. After all, I was born in America, and I do go to church, and I’m a nice guy, and not as bad a sinner as some! In this story about a Pig who though he was a Sheep, Pastor Dennis will spin a story about an important kingdom truth: You must be born again Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/04/Pigs_will_be_Pigs-96765.html Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:19:11 +0800 28:32 clean Mark 16 Scientist, Skeptic and Writer Carl Sagan once said, "Extraordinary claims require extraor Mark 16 Scientist, Skeptic and Writer Carl Sagan once said, "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence." What would qualify as extraordinary evidence? Is there extraordinary evidence that Jesus is the most extraordinary individual in history? Is there extraordinary evidence that Jesus is in fact is the incomparable Lord of the universe? If you seek to disprove Jesus claims you will be disappointed with the skeptics. On the other hand the eyewitnesses of the resurrection left us with incomparable proof. Mark 16 Scientist, Skeptic and Writer Carl Sagan once said, "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence." What would qualify as extraordinary evidence? Is there extraordinary evidence that Jesus is the most extraordinary individual in history? Is there extraordinary evidence that Jesus is in fact is the incomparable Lord of the universe? If you seek to disprove Jesus claims you will be disappointed with the skeptics. On the other hand the eyewitnesses of the resurrection left us with incomparable proof. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/03/The_Ascension-94505.html Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:29:58 +0800 28:32 clean Some people think that Christianity is simply another good religion among many religions. They thin Some people think that Christianity is simply another good religion among many religions. They think that all religions teach about how to get to God… Many paths, one destination. That might be true except for one Sunday at dawn in a desolate Garden Tomb. Jesus did something which places Christianity in a category by itself: Christ arose! Some people think that Christianity is simply another good religion among many religions. They think that all religions teach about how to get to God… Many paths, one destination. That might be true except for one Sunday at dawn in a desolate Garden Tomb. Jesus did something which places Christianity in a category by itself: Christ arose! Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/03/Jesus_The_Resurrection-88403.html Thu, 06 Mar 2008 18:56:54 +0800 28:32 clean How many times have you felt that no one cares? You feel buffeted by the storms of life, and helple How many times have you felt that no one cares? You feel buffeted by the storms of life, and helpless to do anything about it. Chances are sooner or later you are going to get caught in a storm. It’s just a matter of time. You bit off more than you could chew… and you know that the gale force winds are right around the corner. Got any hurricanes coming your way? Anchor deep. And the anchor you’ve been looking for is the one we’ll be talking about today: It is an anchor shaped like a cross: It is the Crucifixion. How many times have you felt that no one cares? You feel buffeted by the storms of life, and helpless to do anything about it. Chances are sooner or later you are going to get caught in a storm. It’s just a matter of time. You bit off more than you could chew… and you know that the gale force winds are right around the corner. Got any hurricanes coming your way? Anchor deep. And the anchor you’ve been looking for is the one we’ll be talking about today: It is an anchor shaped like a cross: It is the Crucifixion. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/02/Jesus_6_Hours_One_Friday-85699.html Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:37:18 +0800 28:32 clean After hanging for 6 hours one Friday, struggling for every painful breath, Jesus had every reason to After hanging for 6 hours one Friday, struggling for every painful breath, Jesus had every reason to strike out against those who put him there. But he did not. The pain was almost unbearable. Not to mention the 39 stripes, the nails in his hands and feet, and his back which was pulled out of joint… there was also the thirst and the suffocation that accompanies crucifixion. But worst of all was the awareness of every sinful thought, word and act committed by every human being. And yet, the first words from the mouth of the Lord are “Father forgive them!” Jesus was extraordinary! After hanging for 6 hours one Friday, struggling for every painful breath, Jesus had every reason to strike out against those who put him there. But he did not. The pain was almost unbearable. Not to mention the 39 stripes, the nails in his hands and feet, and his back which was pulled out of joint… there was also the thirst and the suffocation that accompanies crucifixion. But worst of all was the awareness of every sinful thought, word and act committed by every human being. And yet, the first words from the mouth of the Lord are “Father forgive them!” Jesus was extraordinary! Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/02/Jesus_7_Last_Sayings-83338.html Wed, 20 Feb 2008 13:44:33 +0800 28:32 clean Who nailed Jesus to the Cross? Was it the Romans? The Jews? Was it the Pharisees or Priests? W Who nailed Jesus to the Cross? Was it the Romans? The Jews? Was it the Pharisees or Priests? Was it Judas? Or could it be that my sin hung him there? Over 2000 years have passed and Jesus remains the central figure of History. He still elicits the same dramatic responses that he received that lonely day. Who nailed him there? Let’s go beneath the cross of Jesus and see. Who nailed Jesus to the Cross? Was it the Romans? The Jews? Was it the Pharisees or Priests? Was it Judas? Or could it be that my sin hung him there? Over 2000 years have passed and Jesus remains the central figure of History. He still elicits the same dramatic responses that he received that lonely day. Who nailed him there? Let’s go beneath the cross of Jesus and see. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/02/Jesus_Beneath_the_Cross-81505.html Thu, 14 Feb 2008 17:08:20 +0800 28:32 clean What could be more scandalous than putting God himself on trial and appointing sinful man as his jud What could be more scandalous than putting God himself on trial and appointing sinful man as his judge, jury and executioner? Would justice be done? Could we be objective? Would God get a fair trial? If the six illegal trials of Jesus Christ are any indication of our justice system, we are in serious trouble. Jesus was arrested in secret and condemned unjustly What could be more scandalous than putting God himself on trial and appointing sinful man as his judge, jury and executioner? Would justice be done? Could we be objective? Would God get a fair trial? If the six illegal trials of Jesus Christ are any indication of our justice system, we are in serious trouble. Jesus was arrested in secret and condemned unjustly Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/02/Jesus_His_Arrest_and_Trials-80813.html Tue, 12 Feb 2008 16:43:53 +0800 28:32 clean What if Jesus were to pray for you? What would he pray? If God were to pray for you, I would imagi What if Jesus were to pray for you? What would he pray? If God were to pray for you, I would imagine that his prayers would be radically different than the ones you pray for yourself. We’re about to find out. The Bible calls Jesus our advocate – because He lives to speak to the Father on our behalf. You might say that right now His present profession and occupation is to Pray for us. Jesus is praying for me. He loves me so much He’s up in heaven praying for me. What if Jesus were to pray for you? What would he pray? If God were to pray for you, I would imagine that his prayers would be radically different than the ones you pray for yourself. We’re about to find out. The Bible calls Jesus our advocate – because He lives to speak to the Father on our behalf. You might say that right now His present profession and occupation is to Pray for us. Jesus is praying for me. He loves me so much He’s up in heaven praying for me. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/01/Jeesus_Prayed_For_Me-75123.html Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:19:32 +0800 28:32 clean What if every Christian lived such a Christ like life that his character was overflowing with richne What if every Christian lived such a Christ like life that his character was overflowing with richness and magnificence? If you set your mind set on spiritual things you will bear rich spiritual fruit! If you want to bear fruit in this life you must abide in Jesus. If you do not abide in Jesus you will live a life of spiritual waste. What if every Christian lived such a Christ like life that his character was overflowing with richness and magnificence? If you set your mind set on spiritual things you will bear rich spiritual fruit! If you want to bear fruit in this life you must abide in Jesus. If you do not abide in Jesus you will live a life of spiritual waste. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/01/Jesus_Vine_Branches_Discourse-75116.html Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:03:58 +0800 28:32 clean It is amazing what the right environment will do for learning. The disciples were in the right envir It is amazing what the right environment will do for learning. The disciples were in the right environment for learning. Jesus told them that he was planning to leave them! What would they do without their Rabbi? How would they function in a world without Jesus? They were now sufficiently motivated to learn, and Jesus was about to teach them some of the most profound truths of his entire ministry. It is amazing what the right environment will do for learning. The disciples were in the right environment for learning. Jesus told them that he was planning to leave them! What would they do without their Rabbi? How would they function in a world without Jesus? They were now sufficiently motivated to learn, and Jesus was about to teach them some of the most profound truths of his entire ministry. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2008/01/Jesus_The_Upper_Room_Discourse-72911.html Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:29:34 +0800 28:32 clean Jerusalem; it is the Passover AD 33. It is the most important feast of the Jews. Over 250 thousand Jerusalem; it is the Passover AD 33. It is the most important feast of the Jews. Over 250 thousand lambs will be slain to commemorate Israel’s deliverance and salvation from Egypt. Today Jesus will enter Jerusalem and officially present himself to the nation as the King of the Jews for the final time. Today would be the day they must choose their Messiah. The final week of Christ's earthly life was the defining moment in the History of every life. We call it Passion Week. As you hear his story you will be confronted with his claims on your life. Jerusalem; it is the Passover AD 33. It is the most important feast of the Jews. Over 250 thousand lambs will be slain to commemorate Israel’s deliverance and salvation from Egypt. Today Jesus will enter Jerusalem and officially present himself to the nation as the King of the Jews for the final time. Today would be the day they must choose their Messiah. The final week of Christ's earthly life was the defining moment in the History of every life. We call it Passion Week. As you hear his story you will be confronted with his claims on your life. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2007/12/Jesus_The_Triumphal_Entry-64428.html Wed, 12 Dec 2007 16:04:25 +0800 28:32 clean John 11 Jesus was in a predicament. His good friend Lazarus was dying. He could go to Judea and John 11 Jesus was in a predicament. His good friend Lazarus was dying. He could go to Judea and heal his friend, but he would be putting his own life in jeopardy. The Scribes and Pharisees were looking for an opportunity to get their hands on him to. As long as Jesus stayed away, he didn’t have to face the attempts on his life. The raising of Lazarus from the dead was the climax of conflict between Jesus and the Sanhedrin. Up until that point they had only been plotting his death… But with Lazarus alive, they held an official meeting and made it a matter of record. Let it be recorded, let it be done. Jesus must die. John 11 Jesus was in a predicament. His good friend Lazarus was dying. He could go to Judea and heal his friend, but he would be putting his own life in jeopardy. The Scribes and Pharisees were looking for an opportunity to get their hands on him to. As long as Jesus stayed away, he didn’t have to face the attempts on his life. The raising of Lazarus from the dead was the climax of conflict between Jesus and the Sanhedrin. Up until that point they had only been plotting his death… But with Lazarus alive, they held an official meeting and made it a matter of record. Let it be recorded, let it be done. Jesus must die. Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2007/12/Jesus_Climax_of_Conflict-62476.html Wed, 05 Dec 2007 15:29:23 +0800 28:32 clean Have you ever used code language? Jesus used a form of code when he spoke to people and he didn’t w Have you ever used code language? Jesus used a form of code when he spoke to people and he didn’t want them to know what he was talking about. It was called “a parable.” Immediately after the nation rejected their Messiah, Jesus began speaking in parables. The kingdom offer had been withdrawn. In fact that’s what the parables are about. They are about the secret kingdom program that Jesus was instituting for the coming Church age Have you ever used code language? Jesus used a form of code when he spoke to people and he didn’t want them to know what he was talking about. It was called “a parable.” Immediately after the nation rejected their Messiah, Jesus began speaking in parables. The kingdom offer had been withdrawn. In fact that’s what the parables are about. They are about the secret kingdom program that Jesus was instituting for the coming Church age Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2007/11/Jeesus_Parables_of_the_Kingdom-60998.html Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:22:28 +0800 28:32 clean Dennis Kreiss http://pgteaching.mypodcast.com/2007/11/Jesus_The_Kingdom_Rejected-58252.html Mon, 19 Nov 2007 18:52:00 +0800 28:32 clean