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Want to learn more about the Bible and grow in your faith? Then this podcast is for you. Our sermons are simple and straight-forward teaching so that the Word might be clearly understood and applied. We hope to help you grow in your faith so you can lead a life full of peace and grace instead of anxiety, worrying, and fear. We’re so glad you’re here and may God bless you and strengthen your faith! You can find us online: votl.org or on Instagram: @votlchurch
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Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
There is Rest For The Weary!
Scriptures to read along with this message....
Exodus 33:12-23 There is Rest For The Weary! God strenghens his servant Moses with his divine presence.
Romans 7:15-25a There is Rest For The Weary! The Christian life is one of constant conflict against sin. Who will rescue us? Jesus gives us rest
Matthew 11:25-30 (sermon verses) There is Rest for the Weary! Jesus promises the weary world rest. His burden and a yoke are light because he carries the weight.
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Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
A few weeks ago was Confirmation Sunday at our church! A time when young people from our congregation who have been studying the Word, stand up and confess their faith and prepare their hearts to take communion.
Each student picks a confirmation verse for them to hold close to their heart for their whole life. Today’s verse, chosen by Kyle Simms, is probably the most polar version of all…John 3:16.
If a bodyguard jumped in front of a bullet for the person he was protecting, people would think that was pretty heroic.
If a friend jumped in front of a bullet for another friend, people would think that was even more of a sacrifice.
How about if an enemy jumped in front of a bullet for their enemy? Now, that would be incredible.
Let’s look at John 3:16 together and discuss these scenarios even more and how we can find so much peace and hope in the sacrifice God made for us!
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Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Sunday Jul 02, 2023
Say NO with a Higher YES!
Scriptures to read along with this message....
Exodus 32:15-29 Say NO with a Higher YES! Moses said NO to joining his brother, and all Israel, in materialistic debauchery. Instead, he confronted them, speaking God's truth with tough love.
1 Timothy 6:11-16 (sermon verses) Say NO with a Higher YES! The Christian says NO to the love of money, and YES to righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness.
Matthew 10:34-42 Say NO with a Higher YES! Do not let anyone or anything get in between you and your Savior. Take up your cross, and follow Jesus!
Psalm 27 - About this psalm, Martin Luther said, "Psalm 27 is a psalm of thanksgiving, even though you might not see it at first. It is meant to comfort you when you encounter false teachers who blaspheme without being shy about it. Only believers testify about the promises of God with appropriate certainty and freshness. The more good and unlearned people are, the more beautifully foolish and fresh they are to teach and preach to the entire world."
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Wednesday Jun 28, 2023
Wednesday Jun 28, 2023
What do you think when you hear the words, “watching over you”?
If there’s a stranger or an enemy watching over you then it would be pretty terrifying.
If your thinking of parents watching over their baby in a crib, or a nurse watching a patient in the ICU then it’s comforting and brings so much peace.
When you know Jesus as your savior, the incredible perk that you have is that God is watching over you! It doesn’t matter where you are or what you’re doing…He is ALWAYS there! What comfort that brings!
A couple weeks ago was Confirmation Sunday at our church! A time when young people from our congregation who have been studying the Word, stand up and confess their faith and prepare their hearts to take communion.
Each student picks a confirmation verse for them to hold close to their heart for their whole life. Today’s verse, chosen by Noel Hartman, is Psalm 121.
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Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
What are you listening to? The world...or the Word?
Join us for today's powerful message and be sure to look up these bible verses to dive even deeper!
- Jeremiah 20: 7-13
- 2 Timothy 4: 1-8 (sermon verses)
- Matthew 10:5a, 21-33
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Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
Wednesday Jun 21, 2023
A couple weeks ago was Confirmation Sunday at our church. A time when young people from our congregation who have been studying the Word, stand up and confess their faith and prepare their hearts to take communion.
Each student picks a confirmation verse for them to hold close to their heart for their whole life. Today’s verse, chosen by Dakota, is Philippians 4:13.
If you’re a fan of sports you might have seen athletes with the verse Philippians 4:13 on their eyeblack or written on their cleats. You might have even seen it tattooed on their arms.
Philippians 4:13 is a popular verse but can often be misunderstood. Does it mean we’ll always win and be able to accomplish whatever we set our minds to? No! Join us for today’s devotion as we get a better understanding of what this passage means.
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Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
God's Holy Ministry of Compassion!
Scriptures to read along with this message....
Numbers 27:15-23 God's Holy Ministry of Compassion! Moses was nearing his death. Though they had constantly grumbled against him, he asked the LORD to prevent them from being like sheep without a shepherd.
1 Corinthians 4:1-7 God's Holy Ministry of Compassion! The Corinthians were divisive and troubled, believing lies and doubting what Paul said. Yet he dealt with them in compassion, leading them towards Jesus' truth.
Matthew 9:35-10:4 (sermon verses) God's Holy Ministry of Compassion! The compassion of God for the lost, helpless sinner is the reason for his ministry. The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few!
Psalm 100
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Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Which would you rather have...money and pleasure, or peace and endurance?
I think the human effort across centuries is that we all want more money and pleasure. We believe that if we have it we'd have more peace and endurance.
Unfortunately, the opposite is actually true. The bible teaches in many places that the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil.
Over the last few weeks we've been sharing the confirmation verses our students chose to hold close to their heart for their whole life. This weeks verse is chosen by William Miller, Revelation 2:10b.
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Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
A Sinner Called by God's Grace!
Scriptures to read along with this message....
Exodus 3:1-15 A Sinner Called by God's Grace! Through his mercy God calls Moses, an exiled murdered, to be the leader of his chosen people.
1 Timothy 1:12-17 (sermon verses) A Sinner Called by God's Grace!The message of the gospel transformed Paul into a wonderful example of God's grace and mercy.
Matthew 9:9-13 A Sinner Called by God's Grace! Many people hated tax collectors and considered them to be traitors. Jesus saw them as souls that need saving.
Psalm 119
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Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
This Sunday was Confirmation Sunday at our church! A time when young people from our congregation who have been studying the Word, stand up and confess their faith and prepare their hearts to take communion.
Each student picks a confirmation verse for them to hold close to their heart for their whole life. Today’s verse, chosen by Lily Hajenga, is Psalm 27:1.
This verse shows us that when we have God’s word, we have God’s light! Imagine being in a dark house without any light to help you navigate threw it, or driving down a rural road without a flashlight or headlights. When you turn on a light a sense of relief passes through you and you can manage much better. A little light goes a long way!
The darker the darkness, the brighter the light shines!
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