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Reverend Dr. Anthony J. Godlefski, Pastor

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Pastor's Message

Dear Friend,

Welcome to Montgomery United Methodist Church! Thank you for visiting our website. Greetings and blessings to you!

Whenever I visit a church - say, while I traveling during my summer vacation - I always look forward to attending a church service where I will feel uplifted and encouraged in the Lord - one where I feel encouraged to pray deeply to the Lord, and feel His embracing, accepting blessing. I look for a church with a positive approach, one that will lift me from where I am to the next level of hope and encouragement. Attending such a service gives me energy, insight, and positive direction for the week.

This is the very experience I wish for people who attend Montgomery United Methodist Church. I am a strong believer that people should walk out of church feeling stronger, happier, and more encouraged than they did when they came in. Services at Montgomery UMC are consistently positive and affirming.

I believe that this is what our Lord Jesus Christ did for people, and what He continues to do today. He lifted people to the next level. He gave them hope. He gave them tools for positive living. His living Holy Spirit, present with us, wants to do the same for us today.

I'd like to personally invite you to visit our church. Here you will find some of the finest and friendliest people you will ever meet. Here you will find an outstanding and fun Sunday School. Here you will find opportunities for insight and fellowship. Most importantly of all, here you will find the living Spirit of Lord Jesus Christ, anxious to bless you in amazing ways. Your faith will be strengthened, and your spirit will have the chance to joyfully grow.

Feel free to write to me an e-mail. I will be happy to write back.

Please come visit our 8:45 service (quiet, meditative, uplifting) our our 10:30 AM Sunday service (energetic, family friendly, and uplifting). Enjoy the worship service, and stay for fellowship and a fine cup of coffee. I look forward to greeting you in person.

Blessings always,
Pastor Tony Godlefski

Welcome!

If you have a need of a spiritual nature, a prayer request, or would like to discuss our church, please contact Pastor Godlefski at (908) 874-3273 or send an e-mail.

This article provides more information about our church.


 

Pastor Godlefski is a dynamic and inspiring preacher.  His sermons are focused to provide a message which relates the Word of Our Lord to everyday life.

If you would like to automatically receive the Visions of Hope emails with these sermons and other inspirational messages, send an email to visionsofhope at gmail.com.  Recordings of past services are also available from the church office.

The text of the following sermons are available by clicking on one of the links below.  If you want to see a list of some of the favorite sermons, click here.

2012

bullet January 15, 2012 - Come and See!
bullet January 8, 2012 - Why is Baptism Important?

2011

bullet November 13, 2011 - We Give Because We Love
bullet October 16, 2011 - Because There is Jesus, Part 4: Whose Image Is On It?
bullet October 9, 2011 - Because There is Jesus, Part 3: The Robe of Respect
bullet October 2, 2011 - Because There Is Jesus, Part 2:  The Sweetness of God’s Love
bullet September 25, 2011 - Because There is Jesus, Part 1: Jesus Is Our Light
bullet September 11, 2011 - God is With Us: Reflections from 9/11
bullet July 31, 2011 - Come Unto Him (A Sermon Series in 5 Parts), Part 5: "Rest is a Healing Word"
bullet July 24, 2011 - Come Unto Him (A Sermon Series in 5 Parts), Part 4: "T For Two"
bullet July 17, 2011 - Come Unto Him (A Sermon Series in 5 Parts), Part 3: "A Tour of the Carpenter's Shop"
bullet July 10, 2011 - Come Unto Him (A Sermon Series in 5 Parts), Part 2: "Your Attention, Please!"
bullet July 3, 2011 - Come Unto Him (A Sermon Series in 5 Parts), Part 1: "Jesus Cares"
bullet June 19, 2011 - A Farewell to Reverend Marion Sanders
bullet June 12, 2011 - The Spark and the Sparkle of the Holy Spirit
bullet June 5, 2011 - The Pyramid of Faith - Four Ways God Speaks To Us, Part 5: The Pinnacle of the Pyramid
bullet May 29, 2011 - The Pyramid of Faith - Four Ways God Speaks To Us, Part 4: E is for Experience
bullet May 22, 2011 - The Only Answer is God*
bullet May 15, 2011 - The Pyramid of Faith - Four Ways God Speaks To Us, Part 3: R is for Reason
bullet May 8, 2011 - The Pyramid of Faith - Four Ways God Speaks To Us, Part 2: T is for Tradition
bullet May 1, 2011 - The Pyramid of Faith - Four Ways God Speaks To Us, Part 1: S is for Scripture
bullet April 24, 2011 - The Sunrise Experience
bullet April 3, 2011 - Pathways to Prayer, Part 4: You are a Being of Light
bullet March 20, 2011 - Pathways to Prayer, Part 3: Forgive, Forgive, Forgive
bullet March 13, 2011 - Pathways to Prayer, Part 2: Angels are Standing By
bullet March 6, 2011 - Pathways to Prayer, Part 1: Holy Quietness
bullet February 27, 2011 - What To Do With Worry
bullet February 20, 2011 - Let’s Open Our Arms A Little Wider
bullet February 13, 2011 - Choose Life!
bullet February 6, 2011 - The Prism of Your Soul: Let Your Light Shine
bullet January 30, 2011 - The Power of the Positive Difference
bullet January 23, 2011 - The Love that makes the Difference
bullet January 16, 2011 - Let’s Lift Up Someone’s Star
bullet January 9, 2011 - Prayer: It is a Royal Gift
bullet December 26, 2010 and January 2, 2011 - The Messenger of God's Love: The Blessing of God, and My Kindergarten Teacher

2010

bullet December 24, 2010 - The Best Present of All
bullet December 5, 2010 - Welcome to the Holy Spirit Inn
bullet November 28, 2010 - The Island of Serenity
bullet November 21, 2010 - Keep the Light Shining
bullet November 14, 2010 - Solid and Steady Wins the Race
bullet November 7, 2010 - "They are Like Angels", A Glimpse of Heavenly Light
bullet October 31, 2010 - You Deserve Respect
bullet October 24, 2010 - The Refreshing Blessing of Humility
bullet October 20, 2010 - Special Edition: For Those Who Grieve
bullet October 17, 2010 - True Presence*
bullet October 3, 2010 - Now is Your Moment
bullet September 26, 2010 - Treasure is as Treasure does…*
bullet September 19, 2010 - New Dreams For Our Church: The Christian Academy©
bullet September 12, 2010 - Decision on Earth, Joy in Heaven
bullet August 29, 2010 - Keeping our Hearts and Minds Fertile to Grow God’s Love
bullet July 25, 2010 - Let There Be Light, Part 3: Connected to Christ
bullet July 18, 2010 - Let There Be Light, Part 2
bullet July 11, 2010 - Let There Be Light, Part 1 - Note: This sermon contains pictures of the new Marian Housten Memorial stained glass windows
bullet July 4, 2010 - What Makes America Great
bullet June 27, 2010 - Five Steps to a G.R.E.A.T. Day, Part 4: "T"
bullet June 20, 2010 - Five Steps to a G.R.E.A.T. Day, Part 3: "A"
bullet June 13, 2010 - Five Steps to a G.R.E.A.T. Day, Part 2: "E"
bullet June 6, 2010 - Five Steps to a G.R.E.A.T. Day, Part 1: "G" and "R"
bullet May 30, 2010 - A Letter of Love and Healing*
bullet May 16, 2010 - Take One Brave Step at a Time
bullet May 2, 2010 -  Make Room for Miracles Part 5: Miracle 101
bullet April 25, 2010 - Make Room for Miracles, Part 4: A Miracle Through Affirmation Prayers
bullet April 18, 2010 - Make Room for Miracles, Part 3: A Miracle of Encouragement
bullet April 11, 2010 - Make Room for Miracles, Part 2: A Miracle of Healing
bullet April 4, 2010 - Make Room For Miracles, Part 1
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January 10, 2010 - You are God’s Beloved Child

bullet January 3, 2010 - The Joy of a Brand New Page

2009

bullet December 27, 2009 - The Mysterious Symbol of the Swaddling Clothes
bullet December 24, 2009 - A Christmas Wish For You
bullet December 20, 2009 - All For a Baby - The Sermon in Song (MP3 available - 39MB)
bullet December 13, 2009 - Reasons to Rejoice
bullet December 6, 2009 - A Satisfying Job to Do
bullet November 29, 2009 - Be the Gatekeeper of Your Heart
bullet November 22, 2009 - The Amazing Power of Prayer: Seal Your Prayer with Power
bullet November 15, 2009 - The Amazing Power of Prayer: Let Blessings Flow
bullet November 8, 2009 - The Amazing Power of Prayer: Prepare for Prayer
bullet November 1, 2009 - You’ve Got a Friend
bullet October 25, 2009 - The Amazing Power of Prayer: Prayer is Amazing
bullet October 18, 2009 - An Invitation: Of a Lifetime*
bullet October 11, 2009 - You Can Set the Tone of Your Day
bullet October 4, 2009 - How to Overcome Fear through Jesus Christ
bullet September 27, 2009 - Where There Is Life, There is Hope: God Has Something Good in Store for You
bullet September 13, 2009 - The Most Comforting Words in the Holy Bible
bullet August 30, 2009 - Paths and Our Time on Them
bullet August 23, 2009 - The Holy Spirit: The Bridge to God within You
bullet August 2, 2009 - The Golden Door to the Bible, Part 4: Stay Anchored in Christ
bullet July 26, 2009 - The Golden Door to the Bible, Part 3: Filled With the Fullness of God
bullet July 19, 2009 - The Golden Door to the Bible, Part 2: Christ Is Our Peace
bullet July 12, 2009 - The Golden Door to the Bible, Part 1: Swimming in the Ocean of God’s Love
bullet July 5, 2009 - I’m Dancin’ the Dust off my Shoes
bullet June 28, 2009 - Let’s Celebrate our Mission
bullet June 21, 2009 - The Power to Bless: Part 5 - You Can Be an Instrument of God
bullet June 14, 2009 - The Power to Bless: Part 4 - Miracle Sunday
bullet June 7, 2009 - The Power to Bless: Part 3 - Let Your Faith Overcome Your Fears
bullet May 31, 2009 - The Power to Bless: Part 2 - The Power to Share the Light of Christ
bullet May 24, 2009 - The Power to Bless: Part 1 - The Power of Appreciation
bullet May 17, 2009 - The Mountain of Faith
bullet May 3, 2009 - Stay Close to the Shepherd
bullet April 26, 2009 - Treat Life with a Light Touch
bullet April 19, 2009 - Claim Your Higher Power
bullet April 12, 2009 - He Lives! - Easter
bullet March 29, 2009 - With You
bullet March 22, 2009 - A New Look at a Great Book: Crossroad Scriptures
bullet March 15, 2009 - Scripture Passage that Led Me to Christ: Assurance of God's Love*
bullet March 8, 2009 - Scripture at the Crossroads: Verses that Brought Me to Christ*
bullet March 1, 2009 - Rocks in the Diamond Mine: How to Keep from Stumbling Over the Tough Passages in the Bible
bullet February 22, 2009 - A New Look at a Great Book: Part 2, The Big Picture
bullet February 15, 2009 - A New Look at a Great Book: Part 1, The Spiritual Lens
bullet February 8, 2009 - “Everyone Is Looking for You”: God Can Help You Meet Life’s Many Demands
bullet February 1, 2009 - Let’s Light a Candle in the Darkness: The Golden Key to Prosperity
bullet January 25, 2009 - Three Golden Rules: Part 3
bullet January 18, 2009 - Three Golden Rules: Part 2
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January 11, 2009 - Three Golden Rules: Part 1

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January 4, 2009 - The Treasures of Christmas - Part 2B
      Tonight A Star is Shining (MP3)

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January 4, 2009 - The Treasures of Christmas - Part 2A

2008

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December 28, 2008 - The Treasures of Christmas - Part 1

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December 24, 2008 - The Meaning of “Merry Christmas”

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December 7, 2008 - You Make an Important Difference

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November 30, 2008 - From Chaos to Confidence

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November 23, 2008 - You Have the Power to Bless

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November 16, 2008 - Your Talent Matters; Your Gift Counts: The Story of Credita, Spike, and Trench

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November 9, 2008 - We Are All Winners!

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November 2, 2008 - The Gateway of Heaven

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October 26, 2008 - Priceless!

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October 19, 2008 - Someone Needs Your Faith

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October 5, 2008 - You Are Connected!

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September 28, 2008 - Let’s Choose the Right Thoughts!

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September 7, 2008 - Our Theme and Vision for the Year: Let’s Build Up the Family of God!

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August 10, 2008 - Whose Voice Are You Listening to?*

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July 27, 2008 - The Beautiful Pearl

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July 20, 2008 - The Golden Key to Conflict: The Story of the Wheat and the Weeds

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July 13, 2008 - We Are God’s Garden

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June 29, 2008 - The Ripple Effect: Doubling Your Talents*

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June 22, 2008 - Keep Climbing

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June 15, 2008 - Father’s Day Blessings

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June 8, 2008 - The Power of God’s Touch

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May 25, 2008 - Rocks in First

bullet May 18, 2008 - Each One Reach One, Part 3: How to Have a Fulfilling Life
bullet May 4, 2008 - Each One Reach One, Part 2: You Are My Witnesses
bullet April 27, 2008 - Each One Reach One, Part 1: Come to the Party
bullet April 20, 2008 - Let’s Think about Heaven
bullet April 13, 2008 - Live One Day at a Time With Jesus Christ
bullet April 6, 2008 - Jesus Wants to Be Your Friend
bullet March 30, 2008 - Let’s Doubt Our Doubts And Trust Our Faith
bullet March 23, 2008 - The Crowning Moment of Easter    Note: April 16 was the Sermon in Song
bullet March 9, 2008 - Keep Faith Alive
bullet March 2, 2008 - A Better Reply to the Question, “Why?”
bullet February 24, 2008 - How to Make Your Garden Last a Lifetime and More
bullet February 17, 2008 - How Does Your Inner Garden Grow?
bullet February 10, 2008 - God’s Gift of Love
bullet February 6, 2008 - Troubled No More - Ash Wednesday
bullet January 27, 2008 - How to Have Energy for the New Year, Part 3: One More Star…And a Handful
bullet January 20, 2008 - How to Have Energy for the New Year, Part 2: Put Some of These in Your Backpack
bullet January 13, 2008 - How to Have Energy for the New Year, Part 1: How to Release the Burdens from Your Backpack
bullet January 6, 2008 - How to Beat the Wintertime Blues

2007

bullet December 30, 2007 - We Can Find the Baby Jesus
bullet December 24, 2007 - You Can Do an Angel’s Work - Christmas Eve
bullet December 9, 2007 - Let God’s Angels Help You: Listen for Your Angel Voices
bullet December 2, 2007 - Let God’s Angels Help You
bullet November 25, 2007 - You’ve Got a Friend
bullet November 18, 2007 - Your Gift Is a Blessing
bullet November 11, 2007 - Let’s Celebrate Our Church!
bullet October 28, 2007 - Thank You for Your Important Gift!
bullet October 21, 2007 - The Treasure within You: Faith Conquers Worry
bullet October 14, 2007 - Discover the Treasure within You - Part 2: How to Put Your Faith into Action
bullet October 7, 2007 - Discover the Treasure within You - Part 1: Introduction
bullet September 30, 2007 - An Abundance of Love
bullet September 23, 2007 - Let There Be Hope!
bullet September 16, 2007 - How to Have a Lighter, Brighter Life
bullet September 9, 2007 - An Invitation to the Abundant Life
bullet July 29, 2007 - Here in Martha’s Kitchen - An Original Sermon in Song
bullet July 22, 2007 - The Gift of the Gentle Listener
bullet July 15, 2007 - Dreams and Visions, Part 2
bullet July 8, 2007 - Dreams and Visions: An Invitation, Part 1
bullet July 1, 2007 - How to Have a Great Day, Part 2
bullet June 24, 2007 - How to Have a Great Day, Part 1
bullet June 17, 2007 - The Most Important Thing a Father Can Do
bullet June 3, 2007 - An Explosion of Faith
bullet May 27, 2007 - A Day to Celebrate
bullet May 20, 2007 - Take a Step into Eternity
bullet May 6, 2007 - Jesus Is with You
bullet April 29, 2007 - Let’s Be Positive Christians
bullet April 22, 2007 - God Has Something Good in Store for You
bullet April 8, 2007 - There Is Hope for the Broken Spirit! - Easter Sunday
bullet March 25, 2007 - God Understands
bullet March 11, 2007 - Everybody Needs God: How about You?
bullet March 4, 2007 - A Vision of Stars
bullet February 25, 2007 - Dwell on Your Dreams
bullet February 18, 2007 - You Are a Blessing!
bullet February 11, 2007 - Deep Roots
bullet February 4, 2007 - Got Blessings?
bullet January 28, 2007 - The Listening Prayer
bullet January 21, 2007 - This Is the Year of Divine Favor
bullet January 14, 2007 - Have Some Faith!
bullet January 7, 2007 - Let’s Give the Gift of Kindness

2006

bullet December 31, 2006 - Let Us Be About Our Father’s Business
bullet December 24, 2006 (Christmas Eve) - My Wish for You This Christmas
bullet December 10, 2006 - Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord!
bullet December 3, 2006 - How to Harness the Power of Prayer
bullet November 26, 2006 - How to Be a Person of Light
bullet November 19, 2006 - Jesus Needs Us
bullet November 12, 2006 - Let’s Have an Attitude of Gratitude!
bullet October 29, 2006 - I Believe in Life Everlasting
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October 22, 2006 - How to Overcome Worry – God’s Way

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October 8, 2006 - Never Let Go of the Jesus You Know: God Bless the Children

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October 1, 2006 - Your Miracle Moments

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September 24, 2006 - The Three Rivers of Grace, Part 3

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September 17, 2006 - The Three Rivers of Grace, Part 2

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September 10, 2006 - The Three Rivers of Grace, Part 1

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September 3, 2006 - The Rock Connection

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August 27, 2006 - To Whom Shall We Go?*

bullet August 20, 2006 - The Challenge and the Promise*
bullet August 6, 2006 - Going Public*
 

The Twenty-Third Psalm Series:

bullet     Part 1 - July 9, 2006 - “The Lord Is My Shepherd”
bullet     Part 2 - July 16, 2006 - “He Maketh Me to Lie Down in Green Pastures”
bullet     Part 3 - July 23, 2006 - “Beside the Still Waters”
bullet     Part 4 - June 25, 2006 - “Walking through the Valley”
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    Part 5 - July 30, 2006 - “A Rod, a Staff, and a Table”

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July 2, 2006 - Can You Guess Who I Am?: Or, If Old Glory Could Speak

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June 18, 2006 - How to Pray with Power - Part 4

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June 11, 2006 - How to Pray with Power - Part 3

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June 4, 2006 - How to Pray with Power - Part 2

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May 28, 2006 - How to Pray with Power - Part 1

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May 21, 2006 - You’re Special – Think Different

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May 14, 2006 - Can I Do It All Alone?*

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May 7, 2006 - How to Be Part of the Circle of God’s Love

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April 30, 2006 - How to Have a Good Night’s Rest

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April 23, 2006 - The Power of Easter, Part 2

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April 16, 2006 - The Power of Easter

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March 26, 2006 - Say Yes to God!

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March 19, 2006 - Inherit the Blessing

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March 5, 2006 - The Fine Art of Forgiveness

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February 26, 2006 - Welcome to the Olympics! - Part Two

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February 19, 2006 - Welcome to the Olympics!: Part One

bullet February 5, 2006 - Let’s Be the Good News People, Part 3:
What Do You Want to Take Home Today?
bullet January 29, 2006 - Let’s Be the Good News People, Part 2:
One Way to Overcome Worry
bullet January 22, 2006 - Let’s Be the Good News People: Part 1
bullet January 15, 2006 - Speak, Lord; I’m Listening
bullet January 8, 2006 - Baptize Your Day
bullet January 1, 2006 - God Will Help You Turn the Page

2005

bulletDecember 24, 2005 - The Light of God: A Christmas Message
bulletNovember 27, 2005 - Healing*
bulletOctober 30, 2005 - The Path of God*
bulletOctober 16, 2005 - A Good Word for God’s People
bulletOctober 9, 2005 - Does God Change His Mind?
bulletOctober 2, 2005 - Discover the Diamond Within You, Part 3: Once We Find It, What Shall We Do?
bulletSeptember 25, 2005 - The Diamond Within You, Part 2: Welcome, Jesus
bulletSeptember 18, 2005 - Discover the Diamond Within You:,
Part 1: Discovering the Gem
bulletSeptember 11, 2005 - The Sunrise Principle
bulletAugust 28, 2005 - Why Did God Deny Us This Child?*
bulletAugust 21, 2005 - Being Rock People*
bulletAugust 14, 2005 - Roots and Routes*
bulletAugust 7, 2005 - Bridging the Gap*
bulletJuly 31, 2005 - From Small Seeds to Great Deeds
bulletJuly 24, 2005 - Jesus’s Favorite Idea
bulletJuly 17, 2005 - Weeds and Wheat
bulletJuly 10, 2005 - A Good Word for the Workers: You May Awaken an Angel
bulletJuly 3, 2005 - A Power Boost for You
bulletJune 26, 2005 - God Will Provide
bulletJune 19, 2005 - Do Not Be Distressed
bulletJune 12, 2005 - Seek the Lord and Surely He Will Come unto You
bulletMay 29, 2005 - Remember Them, and Carry the Light
bulletMay 22, 2005 - The Rewards of Following Jesus
bulletMay 15, 2005 - Our Mission Statement: The Compass of Our Church
bulletMay 8, 2005 - They Raised Me Up*
bulletMay 1, 2005 - Be Open to God
bulletApril 24, 2005 - A Change of Life*
bulletApril 17, 2005 - How to Listen for the Shepherd’s Voice
bulletApril 10, 2005 - Where Can We Find God?
bulletApril 3, 2005 - The Best Part of the Day
bulletMarch 27, 2005 (Easter) - Good News
bulletMarch 25, 2005 (Good Friday) - Two Reasons I Love the Cross
bulletMarch 13, 2005 - God is God – And I Am Not*
bulletMarch 6, 2005 - The Healing Power of God
bulletFebruary 27, 2005 - The Master Needs You
bulletFebruary 20, 2005 - Open Up, My Soul
bulletFebruary 13, 2005 - Let Your Struggles Make You Stronger
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