Mythologies 27:22-41 -When they had crucified him, above his head they placed the written charge against him: THIS IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS. Those who passed by hurled insults at him, shaking their heads and saying, "You who are going to destroy the temple and build it in three days, save yourself! Come down from the cross, if you are the Son of God!" In the same w...
Keep ReadingOne of the potential positive effects of COVID-19 on Christianity is that the epidemic is likely to kill off consumer Christianity, at least in the short term. And while there is certainly plenty to lament about how this crisis is wrecking lives, economies, and unraveling all the world's plans in stunningly rapid fashion, the virus's attack on comfortable Christianity c...
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A follow up to Sunday's message on forgiveness... Scripture tells us to pray, "forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors".. What does that look like to fully forgive? How do we know when we have truly forgiven? What does forgiveness look like? The answer will vary depending on the person involved what they did to you. Here are a few helpful guidelines (shared from R...
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Yesterday, I spoke on Forgiveness from Matthew 6:12. I mentioned that I would share this week some additional insights. Here goes day 1. What happens when we refuse to forgive? Here are ten consequences of an unforgiving spirit. 1. Our fellowship with the Father is blocked. 2. The Holy Spirit is grieved. 3. Your prayers will not be answered. 4. God leaves you alone to fa...
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Join us for a Midweek Online Bible Study!Wednesday,March 25, 2020 at 6:00 PMTo access the Bible Study, At 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, JOIN THE CALL HERE(or copy and paste the link below)https://zoom.us/j/888899050 Join our Midweek Bible Study Meeting by telephone by dialing any of these numbers+1 929 205 6099+1 312 626 6799+1 669 900 6833+1 253 215 8782+1 301 715 8592+1 346 2...
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How to Get the Most out of LiveStream: hardysbc.net/watch-live10:30 a.m. on Sunday 1. Make It a "Watch Party" FeelBring everyone into the room (and/or invite a friend or two to watch with you) and arrive a few minutes prior to 10:30 a.m. to our Facebook page or website. If possible stream it to a bigger screen than your phone or laptop. 2. Bring Your Bible and Journal...
Keep ReadingDear Church Family, We are anticipating another special Sunday as we continue our "How Can I Pray in a Time Like This?" series! With that in mind, we want to assure you that we are mindful of the focus and concern regarding the COVID-19, and as such want to provide some information to help you feel confident and comfortable being at church. You may notice a few minor ...
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Ever struggle with prayer? Ever wonder what's the point of praying? Ever feel like God is in a galaxy far, far away and your prayers don't get past the ceiling? C'mon...be honest! I think we all do. The Bible has a lot to say about abiding in Christ and about the amazing privilege that we have through prayer. We make it far more complicated than it is... You are invited t...
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Hardy Street Family We need to talk (TO GOD!) I am calling our church family to meet at the altar at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (and every Sunday from now on) to pray for God's presence and power for the day! JOIN IN! Every Christian needs to pray fervently for the Holy Spirit's direction and control of all aspects of ministry: worship, evangelism, education, witnessing, ser...
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