Blessed Life Fellowship

MORE GRACE

Did you know there are different levels of grace God extends to different people?  That's why James 4:6 says He gives "more grace" as it relates to those who humble themselves.  This is the foundation upon which we take a deep dive into the many benefits of fasting.  

Overcoming Idolatry, by Brent Denney

Idolatry can exist in many forms, and Brent Denney teaches us how to recognize it.  

TRUE AND FALSE CONCEPTS ABOUT MONEY: Money Matters, part 6

There are many concepts about money and possessions that God addresses in the Bible which even many Christians don't seem to have a firm grasp on.  This teaching addresses many true and false notions about money popular in this culture, providing guidance and direction from the scriptures that will help us avoid the landmines of lacking understanding along these lines.  

SPECIAL OFFERINGS AND EXTRAVAGANT OFFERINGS: Money Matters pt. 5

Did you know there are at least 4 levels of giving represented in the Bible?  Beyond tithes and alms to the poor are also two other levels of generosity that we discuss in detail in this teaching.  While these levels of giving will challenge you and stretch your faith, there is also the promise of extravagant blessings for those who live this way.  Pastor Andy also shares some of his personal testimony about how God has blessed him as he and his wife Donna have endeavored to practice what he teaches in this sermon, which is learning to excel in the grace of giving more and more and never saying, "That's enough."  Prepare to be inspired in your generosity like never before.  

ALMS FOR THE POOR: Money Matters, pt. 4

In this season of Thanksgiving, it's important to reflect on what God has given us, and what we have to give.  And on that note, did you know there are four levels of giving detailed in the Bible that are commanded of God's people?  We've covered tithing already, and the second level is giving to the poor, which is not a suggestion, but rather a command with a BLESSING for those who obey it, and a curse for those who don't.  Learn in this teaching why you are already wealthy by the standards of the rest of the world, and what God expects of those who have been given much.  

HONORING GOD WITH YOUR MONEY: Money Matters, part. 3

The most basic and fundamental principle in honoring God with our money is the tithe, or giving the first ten percent off the top to one's local place of worship.  This practice has come under fire in recent years by some people who claim that tithing was an Old Testament practice only and passed away under the law and is no longer expected of the New Testament believer.  This teaching will deconstruct that incorrect doctrine and clearly demonstrate how tithing preceded the law, and is therefore a timeless practice.  And this is a GOOD NEWS message, not a bad news one!  Prepare to get excited about tithing!  

MONEY MATTERS, part 2

In this second teaching in the series, we discuss some much-needed perspectives when it comes to how God's people should view and handle money, such as learning to be content in all circumstances, how selfishness tries to disguise itself as virtue, and how to walk in God's abundance. 

MONEY MATTERS: God’s Perspective on Finances and Faith

Is money the root of all evil?  Does the Bible really say we can't serve God and money?  These are questions addressed in this introductory teaching in this series that will give you an important Biblical perspective on money, and why this is such an important matter for our growth as Christians and our financial security.  

UNITED WE STAND, DIVIDED WE FALL

One of the most effective weapons satan uses against the church is the tactic of division.  The satanic realm knows that if the Church of Jesus Christ can stand together as one we can be the most powerful force on earth, so the work to divide and conquer us is never-ending.  And this is why Jesus prayed in John 17 that His followers would be one just as the Father and Son are one.  Learn in this teaching why unity in the Church is so important to Jesus, how we allow ourselves to get out of unity, and the impact -- good or bad -- of both.  

BEAUTY FOR ASHES

The book of Isaiah tells us that the Messiah would bring beauty in place of ashes.  While this statement has to do with the remission of sin, it also pertains to bringing beauty in place of the ashes of our relationships.  God can turn our greatest pains into our greatest gains if we respond correctly.  This teaching offers six Biblical principles for overcoming bitterness and unforgiveness, and provides insight for living free of offense.