Salt River Community Church
202 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -We are a young growing Community Church (SBC) in Tempe AZ that is focused on making disciples of Christ who first love and serve our city, and second consider planting other disciplemaking churches who will love and serve their city.
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8 Cross Shaped Life / GOD Over god - Audio
May 30, 2021 22:58 - 37 minutes - 8.68 MBIt can be tempting to try and convince people of God’s Word by adjusting it to make it more attractive, but we need to remember that we’re in a war, with a real enemy who lies and blinds and kills. We need to humbly preach the whole truth, and trust the Spirit of God to open the eyes of the blind, to display the unveiled Gospel; which reveals Jesus as the light of God and Satan as the god of dark deception Outline: o Staying Faithful to God’s Word o Seeing the little god’s lie o Shining G...
7 Cross Shaped Life / Stripping The Veil - Audio
May 23, 2021 16:59 - 39 minutes - 9.09 MBWe are tempted to believe that we have to keep the law or be as perfect as possible to please God, but Paul calls this being veiled… but, by the work of the Holy Spirit, the veil is removed and we are able to see the grace of Jesus in all of the Bible; and by actively beholding Him, in His Word, we begin to reflect His glory to others Living a cross shaped life… is living an unveiled life… that boldly reflects Christ in us o Greater Glory o Hidden Glory o Seeing Glory
6 Cross Shaped Life / Confidence in the Cross - Audio
May 17, 2021 05:51 - 36 minutes - 8.33 MBA life shaped by the cross is sufficient for the work of the kingdom Has anyone been a "Paul" in your life? How did God use that person to communicate his truth to you? How are you making the letter of your life available to others? Do you ever feel unqualified to be a servant of the good news? Would anyone say you’ve played the role of Paul in their life? If yes, how so? If no, why not?
5 Cross Shaped Life / The Smell of Life and Death - Audio
May 09, 2021 20:59 - 36 minutes - 8.3 MBSometimes we’re discouraged, frustrated, and distracted by others who may falsely claim all kinds of things about us... but one thing we can know - Christ has already conquered… and when we live in Him, our lives are an aroma that proclaims the Gospel; and it always elicits a response from others - we never have to sell it or seek to make it produce for us. As true believers, because of what Christ has already done: o We Carry A Burden o We Cast An Aroma o We Come With Sincerity
4 Cross Shaped Life / Resolving Conflict - Audio
May 03, 2021 06:38 - 36 minutes - 8.28 MBHow does a life shaped by the cross resolve conflict? - Righteous over Right - Discipline over Punishment - Reconciled over Exiled
3 Cross Shaped Life / Taking Me At My Word - Audio
April 25, 2021 17:51 - 34 minutes - 7.85 MBSometimes we find ourselves in situations where people question our decisions and doubt our integrity, maybe suggesting our walk doesn’t match our talk, but we can have a clear conscience and expect to be taken at our word if we… o Preach ONE Word o Follow ONE Direction o Accept ONE Identity
2 Cross Shaped Life / Comfortable Suffering - Audio
April 19, 2021 04:10 - 34 minutes - 7.82 MB“For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.” [1 Cor 2:2] When we face suffering, we need to recognize that God provides comfort and deliverance that draws us nearer to him, so that our life will be an example to others who are experiencing, or will experience, the same thing * God Comforts the Suffering * God Delivers the Dead
1 Cross Shaped Life / No More No Less - Audio
April 12, 2021 06:15 - 34 minutes - 7.95 MB“For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.” [1 Cor 2:2] When we think of who we are, who we want to be, how we live, I hope the cross is at the center; that our entire lives are a mirror of Christ crucified, and that our language is filled with it, even in the way we greet others.
EASTER 21 The Beginning - Audio
April 05, 2021 06:32 - 35 minutes - 8.07 MBJesus’ Resurrection was not the end of the plan… it WAS the plan… that moment when the stone rolled away and He walked out of the darkness was not the finish, it was The Beginning Despite the rumors and slander that we hear and see around us all the time, Jesus has risen, and because of that our faith is a solid foundation with hope and a message of hope that we should be proclaiming to a lost world • if No Resurrection / No Gospel • if No Gospel / No Messiah (Christ) • if No Messiah / ...
EASTER 21 Finished - Audio
March 28, 2021 19:41 - 29 minutes - 6.84 MBPart one of our Easter message from God's Word. Jesus famous words from the cross "It is finished" are well known, but what was finished and what about Christ's death gives us joy for the future?
20 Is God Among Us / Son Of God - Audio
March 21, 2021 18:19 - 36 minutes - 8.45 MBJesus’ death on the cross, for those who witnessed it, including Roman soldiers who placed him there, displayed that He was exactly who He claimed to be; Son Of God. He IS God Among Us - and even in His death He testified to it… and I pray that even in our death there would be a witness to who Christ is. * The Voice of God * The Response of Creation * The Voice of Confession
19 Is God Among Us / Writing On The Wall - Audio
March 14, 2021 07:40 - 41 minutes - 9.54 MBIt’s that scary moment when God defends His honor… when His long-suffering comes to an end… and the question for us is, can we be loyal to His Word and tell the truth, even when it may be devastating or damning to those who hear it? God doesn’t need us to defend His honor… that’s not our responsibility… our challenge is to accurately proclaim His Word, even when it may be a curse to some of those who hear it… and we do this because of the hope that there might be some who repent and believe ...
18 Is God Among Us / His Word In Our Words - Audio
March 07, 2021 07:35 - 38 minutes - 8.91 MBI want to encourage you to see His Word as the greatest tool you have to accomplish the greatest mission ever given, that you as a believer in Christ are created and chosen for; to speak the Gospel and making disciples 1. [When] God’s Word challenges us 2. Our Words aren’t good enough 3. [But] His Words are more than enough
17 Is God Among Us / When We Aren't Aware - Audio
March 01, 2021 05:14 - 36 minutes - 8.39 MBI think it would change our lives if we realized the closeness of God when we pray; His position as King; our sinfulness; and His desire - based on Christ’s sacrifice - to use us in His Kingdom plan. 1. Realize (that God is present) 2. Recognize and Repent (sin) 3. Respond (send me)
16 Is God Among Us / To Speak Through Us - Audio
February 22, 2021 01:13 - 32 minutes - 7.35 MBIf God came and spoke to you today, would you know it? Would you recognize His voice, hear His Heart? Or could God tell you “never-mind” and walk away without you caring? Samuel learned to Hear from God and he honored that privilege by sharing God’s Word completely, clearly, and truthfully. How bout you? Are you truly listening to God’s Words? What are you doing with it? 1. No Word From God 2. God’s Word to One 3. One’s Word to All
15 Is God Among Us / To Predestine Us - Audio
February 15, 2021 05:55 - 42 minutes - 9.84 MBWhat if God actually has a plan?... not simply a solution to each problem as they systematically pop up… but a plan, a strategy… what if you were tailor made for that plan?! Ask yourself… Is God Among Us, and has He designed a plan for my life? And if you determine, as you should, that He has… then what does your response need to be?
14 Is God Among Us / Calling Us To Act - Audio
February 08, 2021 05:29 - 39 minutes - 8.98 MBGod approaches Gideon, someone who is completely unlikely and unexpecting, and calls him to take a lead role in the revealing of God’s Kingdom on Earth...And I want you ask yourself… Is God Among Us, calling ME to action?? … and maybe today is the day that you need to respond… challenge Him if you need to, but maybe it’s time… to say yes… to Worship… but the kind of Worship that allows Him to use you to reveal His Kingdom to others. Here’s the outline of how this moment goes down 1. The Enc...
13 Is God Among Us / As A Warrior - Audio
January 31, 2021 08:36 - 43 minutes - 9.96 MBThink about this… Is God Among Us, and does He fight for us, or against us; through us, or in-spite of us? Maybe today, you need to change your perspective… He fights for His Glory, to make His Name known, to lead others to Worship Him, and, yes, that does involve us acting in obedience by faith.
12 Is God Among Us / Face to Face - Audio
January 25, 2021 06:54 - 36 minutes - 8.42 MBI’ll be honest with you, I’m feeling challenged this week by the fact that God’s presence is with His people here in Exodus, and they all worship, but not in equal measure… only Moses has a friend-to-friend time with God… and I’m praying that my life would be like his, not just standing in the doorway worshipping at a distance.
11 Is God Among Us / The First Supper - Audio
January 17, 2021 09:44 - 38 minutes - 8.81 MBI hope that as you read and study this today, you allow it sit on your mind and your heart and consider just how much God has done in making Himself known to us, providing salvation for us, and entering a loving covenant with us… and I hope it changes you; to walk more certain, to talk of Him more often, and to celebrate grace more openly.
10 Is God Among Us /A Guardian Angel - Audio
January 10, 2021 08:11 - 38 minutes - 8.82 MBWe may find ourselves, by faith, following God into places that make no sense and seem hopeless, and it’s my prayer that we are able, in those moments, to depend on His protection and to anticipate His deliverance. 1. God Leads Us, when the path isn’t clear 2. God Defends Us, when we’re overwhelmed 3. God Delivers Us, when hope is lost
2021 COURAGE - Audio
January 03, 2021 08:03 - 33 minutes - 7.6 MBLets talk about the year ahead… 2021… the things that can be anticipated and also what could never be anticipated …and a word that God continues to put forward: Courage
9 Is God Among Us /A GIFT - Audio
December 27, 2020 07:22 - 20 minutes - 4.61 MBJust a quick thought today... Is the gift of eternal life truly FREE?
8 Is God Among Us /As A Child - Audio
December 20, 2020 09:14 - 40 minutes - 9.21 MBDid GOD become a CHILD? No outline… no comprehensive exposition of a passage… today I want to just take you to a place OF QUESTIONS… and LEAVE you with them… today I want to remind you just how amazing CHRISTMAS really is… How UNBELIEVABLE what we BELIEVE is… and I want you to find yourself in AWE of God... so that maybe Christmas night you find yourself looking at the stars and being without words... other than Thank You!
7 Is God Among Us /In Our Weakness - Audio
December 13, 2020 08:54 - 38 minutes - 8.78 MBMoses finds himself face to face with God, and being charged by God to do the impossible, but it is in his weakness that God’s character is magnified. So… if we’ve had that life-altering encounter with Jesus, then when He calls us to do what is impossible, we should be excited to see how it will reveal His Character! Is God Among US… In Our Weakness 1. God Displays His Holiness 2. We Display Our Weakness 3. Our Weakness Amplifies His Holiness
6 Is God Among Us /When The Struggle Is Real - Audio
December 07, 2020 05:36 - 40 minutes - 9.32 MBJacob faces one of his greatest fears, and his struggle turns to prayer, yet he also tries to solve things himself, as he’s always done before. But this time, God becomes the one Jacob actually wrestles with and it’s God who reminds him that He keeps His Word and can change everything. And if we look to God when our struggles are real, we can expect that His presence may bring a wrestle, but it will remind us of His Word and return our focus to faith in Him • The Struggle • The Prayer • T...
5 Is God Among Us /When We Question Him - Audio
November 29, 2020 18:33 - 37 minutes - 8.57 MBAbraham recognizes God when He comes to him, invites the Lord to stay, and when Abraham questions His decisions, it reveals Abraham’s own identity in God’s plan. And for us… When we recognize God’s presence, and seek to spend time with Him, our questions open the door for deeper prayer and may also reveal more about who we are in God's plan Is God Among Us... When We Question Him • No Question About Who He Is • Questions Promote Prayer • Our Questions May Reveal Who We Are
4 Is God Among Us /When Following Him is Life Altering - Audio
November 16, 2020 04:02 - 40 minutes - 9.23 MBGod called Abram to make a life-changing decision, based on faith, and his response became a blessing for all the earth, and resulted in a personal relationship with God. If we’re faithful with what God calls us to do, one step at a time, we can be certain that His plan will produce eternal results that impact His Kingdom (globally) and also provide us with a growing personal relationship with Him. Is God Among US… When Following Him is Life-Altering? For Abram it looked like this • Liste...
3 Is God Among Us /As A Friend - Audio
November 08, 2020 20:43 - 38 minutes - 8.87 MBWhat does “walk with God” mean? He’s not just a voice in the sky - He’s knowable, relatable, and involved in our lives. And because of that, we can share our lives with Him, walking out each day, as friends. He is Among Us… walking with us God walks with the righteous because He desires to be with them… as a friend desires a friend Looking at 3 examples • Enoch • Noah • Jesus
2 When We Sin /Is God Among Us - Audio
November 01, 2020 10:31 - 39 minutes - 9.05 MBToo often we forget… we’re saved by Grace alone… and that, even in our sin, God still pursued a relationship with us… and that should be an encouragement to us when we feel far from Him because of sin that we may struggling with now. The fact is, He is Among Us… even When We Sin So today we’re looking at this very practically… keeping in mind that when we struggle with sin in our own lives: 1. Paradise Doesn’t Prevent Sin 2. God’s Presence is Not Restricted By Sin 3. Sin Doesn’t Produce P...
2 Is God Among Us /When We Sin - Audio
November 01, 2020 10:31 - 39 minutes - 9.05 MBToo often we forget… we’re saved by Grace alone… and that, even in our sin, God still pursued a relationship with us… and that should be an encouragement to us when we feel far from Him because of sin that we may struggling with now. The fact is, He is Among Us… even When We Sin So today we’re looking at this very practically… keeping in mind that when we struggle with sin in our own lives: 1. Paradise Doesn’t Prevent Sin 2. God’s Presence is Not Restricted By Sin 3. Sin Doesn’t Produce P...
1 Is God Among Us /On Earth As It Is In Heaven - Audio
October 26, 2020 05:53 - 34 minutes - 7.9 MBREVELATION 21:3 As Christians, we need to begin anticipating God’s presence now, here among us on Earth, day to day, because being among His people physically, personally, and relationally is already the ultimate goal of His plan of redemption for Creation. And as Christians, we’re ALREADY part of His Kingdom… That same future Kingdom that is already present here and now… Do we live like it?
1 On Earth As It Is In Heaven /Is God Among Us - Audio
October 26, 2020 05:53 - 34 minutes - 7.9 MBREVELATION 21:3 As Christians, we need to begin anticipating God’s presence now, here among us on Earth, day to day, because being among His people physically, personally, and relationally is already the ultimate goal of His plan of redemption for Creation. And as Christians, we’re ALREADY part of His Kingdom… That same future Kingdom that is already present here and now… Do we live like it?
How Are Disciples Made - Audio
October 18, 2020 19:41 - 41 minutes - 9.42 MBWhen we say "making disciples" is our mission, that means something very specific... At SRCC, a Disciple is a follower of Jesus Christ, displaying the character of Christ, fully equipped with the Word of God and empowered by the Holy Spirit to make other disciples that support the maturity of their local church and serve their community while considering opportunities to support planting other churches.
Why Should Anyone Care - Audio
October 11, 2020 08:08 - 38 minutes - 8.72 MBAt Salt River Community Church we have a mission and vision that we hope will help change this community… but rather than just having a program, hosting events, and hoping for a building with people in it… we want to be able to answer WHY Making disciples is important to us… WHY planting churches matters… and be able to answer WHY Tempe AZ /PHX East Valley should care that Salt River CC is here?
16_Part of Something Bigger_Colossians 4:12--18 - Audio
October 04, 2020 19:44 - 39 minutes - 9.14 MBWe need to be reminded that we are not the only believers in God’s Kingdom… that we have family in other places… sister churches… and as PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER, we should be an encouragement to each other… and consider how we can share the burden of ministry Here in the text, we’ll look at some different ways to do that: • Prayers (12-13) • Position (14) • Resources (15-16) • Ministry (17) • Chains (18)
15_You Are Not Alone_Colossians 4:7-11 - Audio
September 27, 2020 07:26 - 35 minutes - 8.2 MBHow great is it that we, like Paul, have brothers and sisters who can come and encourage us, and also stay and comfort us, when we need it. I hope that you’ll understand the need for this kind of discipleship… so that you become a comfort to others and allow others to encourage you as well. No believer is alone in the Kingdom of God. • Encouragement to send to you (7-9) • Comfort to stay with you (10-11)
14_Power In Your Words_Colossians 4:2-6 - Audio
September 20, 2020 10:15 - 39 minutes - 9.05 MBPaul’s point is that “Power in Your Words” comes from Prayer, then making Christ's Word your words, and speaking them with clarity, and spice... so that God's Word finds open doors in your life for changing other peoples lives Power in Your Words • Speak With Clarity (2-4) • Speak With Spice (5-6)
13_Colossians_Finding Your Purpose - Audio
September 13, 2020 21:33 - 35 minutes - 8.04 MBWhen you accept serving each other through loving submission and respect, as an act of worship to God…then you’ll find your true purpose… and you can have a life that is FULL of meaning… leaving an impact on others even after you’re gone. Finding your purpose in: • Marriage (18-19) • Family (20-21) • Work (22-23, 4:1) • Worship (23-25)
12_Colossians_Signing Jesus Name to Your Life - Audio
September 07, 2020 05:28 - 37 minutes - 8.63 MBFor us, in light of knowing who we are in Christ, we need to represent Christ in how we live… with each other and in front of the world… so people will see Christ in us, and be drawn to Him. Paul notes 3 areas of adjustment for the lifestyle of believers… 1. Living Proactive (12-14) 2. Living Reactive (15-16) 3. Representing Christ in All Actions (17)
11_Colossians_Live Like You Belong Here - Audio
August 31, 2020 06:06 - 36 minutes - 8.36 MBSet Your Mind Above / Put Self to Death / Embrace Transformation If you are a person whose faith is in Christ, then your old life is dead and your new life, which is secure in Christ, should reflect His Kingdom by the way you live it.
10_Colossians_What Are You Listening To - Audio
August 24, 2020 02:58 - 48 minutes - 11.2 MBSelf-Doubt / Self-Satisfaction / Self-Denial There are so many voices suggesting that behavior, obedience, sacrifice, etc. is what will grant us “true” salvation. However, in Christ we are fully saved, by His grace alone, through His finished work on the Cross; and that should build such love for Him that it drives our behavior, obedience, and sacrifices.
A Walk Above The Clouds - Audio
August 16, 2020 19:33 - 35 minutes - 8.22 MBWhen you’re living life in anticipation of seeing God, your entire perspective will change - even if your situation doesn’t… and that anticipation will change the way you live out each day.
9_Colossians_The Truth About Grace - Audio
August 09, 2020 22:29 - 44 minutes - 10.2 MBPaul is explaining to the Colossians that their faith is not in spiritual forces or traditions or words of so-called wisdom, but in the one God Jesus Christ… and that their salvation is a result of His victory over all… and His complete work in their redemption So when we say that we’re saved by Grace, we want people to know that means our salvation, new identity, is a result of the completed work of Jesus Christ alone.
8_Colossians_Walk Your Talk - Audio
August 03, 2020 06:44 - 42 minutes - 9.84 MBAs Christians today, we need to look to see that our talk is matched by the way we walk out each day - with full assurance in our hearts, deeply grounded in His Word, being thankful for His grace, and fighting for the faith and discipleship of others
7_Colossians_Power and Pain of Christianity - Audio
July 26, 2020 21:06 - 40 minutes - 9.19 MBPaul explains that he is linked to Christ, for the sake of Jesus’ church expanding to all nations… and that means having the power of God, united with hard work and suffering. As Christians today, we need to realize the power that comes from Christ IN US… and fully embrace the suffering, the struggle, and the hard work of sharing the Gospel and making disciples of all nations.
6_Colossians_Deeds That Eternally Secure - Audio
July 19, 2020 22:40 - 44 minutes - 10.1 MBPaul reminds us that our salvation came entirely from the grace of God… through the work of Christ… and so, our deeds aren’t earning it, but proving it true... So we should make every effort to live our life in a way that reflects the ONE who died to save us… not to earn His love, but because of His love.
5_Jesus Is First Above All /Redeemer_Colossians 1:18-20 - Audio
July 13, 2020 04:35 - 40 minutes - 9.25 MBPaul explained that Jesus is First, Above All Creation. Now he adds that Jesus is also First above All New Creation; pointing out 1st that the man Jesus is all God and Created all, and now 2nd that God became entirely man in order to redeem mankind. Stop to considering this, and thank Him for your Salvation. Let it drive your behavior rather than attempting to earn His favor with good deeds. “For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.” [Colossians 3:3]
4_Jesus Is First Above All /Creator_Colossians 1:15-17 - Audio
July 06, 2020 04:28 - 45 minutes - 10.5 MBTo understand our nature, our identity, we need to consider His. To know who we are, you have to know who He is. Paul takes a moment from directly addressing the believers in Colossae to point out, or remind them, that Jesus is First, Above All; Creator Ruler and Sustainer. I want you to see that our identity in Christ is only effective because of WHO HE IS, and our Hope is based on the same. “For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.” [Colossians 3:3]
3_The Name Matters_Colossians 1:9-14 - Audio
June 22, 2020 04:19 - 46 minutes - 10.6 MBAs believers in Christ, we should desire to walk in a manner worthy of the Name we bear, because He has made us His own… so that our lives will bear fruit and bring us into greater intimacy with God. “For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.” [Colossians 3:3]