By Faith We Pass The Test of Faith

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By Faith We Pass The Test of Faith

By Faith

October 22, 2023 • Pastor Dave Koop • Genesis 22:1–18, Hebrews 11:17–19, 1 Peter 1:5–9, James 5:10–11, Luke 22:42

Abraham’s test of faith is one of the most well-known accounts of his life and one of the most challenging to understand. To learn from Abraham’s example we must understand the following:

- Understand the difference between a test and temptation.

- Understand there are options in taking the test.

- Understand that faith is obedience and unwavering trust in God’s goodness.

- Understand the end your heavenly Father has in mind.

- Understand that Jesus passed the ultimate test for us.

By Faith We Get Married

October 29, 2023 • Pastor Dave Koop • Proverbs 3:5, Genesis 24:1–14, Genesis 24:15–28, Genesis 24:48–67

This last great act of faith we see from Abraham is the finding of a wife for his son Isaac. The fulfillment of the promise God gave him, that through his seed he would bless the nations, depended on Isaac finding the right wife. Likewise, one of the greatest steps of faith we will make in our lives is choosing who we will marry. The courtship of Isaac and Rebekah provides valuable wisdom of how we should go about looking for a spouse.

By Faith We Intercede For Others

October 15, 2023 • Pastor Cheryl Koop • Genesis 18:16–33, Genesis 19:12–16, 1 Timothy 2:1, James 5:16–20

Throughout the Bible, believers are urged to pray for one another, to lift up the needs and concerns of others in prayer, and to intercede on their behalf. Intercession is a powerful way to express love and care for one another, following the example of Jesus, who interceded on behalf of humanity.

By Faith We Give Thanks

October 8, 2023 • Pastor Dave Koop • 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, Ephesians 5:18–20, Romans 1:21, Romans 10:8–9, Mark 11:22–24

This year our theme has been The Journey. As believers we are called to journey of faith, and a crucial aspect of this journey is our continual thanks to our Heavenly Father, even before our prayers are answered.