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Brent Smith: Flee, Fight, and Finish Well | 1 Timothy 6:11-21

This passage calls us to live as people of God – fleeing what destroys, pursuing what reflects Christ, enduring in the fight of faith, and investing our lives in what will last forever.
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Brent Smith: The Pursuit That Pays — 1 Timothy 6:1-10

In this passage, Paul warns Timothy about the dangers of greed and the pursuit of wealth, contrasting it with the virtues of godliness and contentment. He emphasizes the importance of using wealth rightly and encourages believers...

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Brent Smith: From Victory to Vulnerability | 2 Samuel 10-11 

2 Samuel 10 and 11 sit right next to each other – but they couldn’t be more different. In chapter 10, David is strong,...
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Brent Smith: Staying True In Deceptive Times | 1 Timothy 4:1-9

Paul warns Timothy about false teachings that will arise in the last days and calls him to be a faithful minister of the gospel,...
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Brent Smith: The Triumph and Tenderness of David | 2 Samuel 8-9

As we go through the next couple of chapters tonight, we see God’s increasing blessing upon David. And it’s a reminder that every good...
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Brent Smith: When The Church Gets It Right | 2 Timothy 3:8-16

This passage outlines the qualifications for church deacons and highlights the profound mystery of faith and godliness in Christ that the whole church is...
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Brent Smith: What God Requires In A Leader | 1 Timothy 3:1-7

This passage outlines the qualifications for church leadership, emphasizing the moral and spiritual integrity required in those who aspire to be overseers or leaders...
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Brent Smith: Order In Worship, Honour In Roles | 1 Timothy 2:8-15

In this passage Paul addresses the church’s conduct during worship and instructs men and women on their distinct roles and responsibilities.
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Brent Smith: Fight The Good Fight | 1 Timothy 1:12-20

Paul shares in this passage how this gospel transformed his life and called him to proclaim this glorious gospel. It would provide great encouragement...
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Brent Smith: Guarding The Gospel | 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Paul charges Timothy to combat false teachers in Ephesus who are peddling myths and useless speculations, diverging from the true gospel. Paul emphasizes that...
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Brent Smith: The Final Sacrifice | Hebrews 10:1-10

God created us to be in close fellowship with Him. Right from the beginning in the Garden of Eden God created man to know...
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Brent Smith: The King is Coming | Matthew 21:1-11

The account of Palm Sunday is a familiar passage to many. It’s a time where we see Jesus purposefully moving toward the cross, the...
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Brent Smith: Duty, Discipline and Diligence — 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Some of the believers in Thessalonica became so preoccupied with the return of Christ that they withdrew from the daily responsibilities that should govern...
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Brent Smith: When Leaders Lose Their Way | 1 Samuel 28 & 29

1 Samuel 28-29 highlights the stark contrast between Saul’s desperate rebellion and David’s protection by God. Fearful of the Philistines, Saul breaks his own...
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Brent Smith: Faithful God, Forward Gospel | 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

As believers face opposition and uncertainty, God calls us to pray for the advance of His Word, trust in His faithful protection, and live...
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Brent Smith: Steady and Steadfast | 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

In this passage, Paul expresses gratitude for the Thessalonians, acknowledging their response to God’s truth and emphasizing the importance of standing firm in the...
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Brent Smith: From Victory to Vulnerability | 1 Samuel 26 & 27

In 1 Samuel 26 and 27, David spares King Saul’s life a second time, refusing to harm "the Lord's anointed" despite having the opportunity,...
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Brent Smith: The Restrainer and the Antichrist — 2 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Paul writes to comfort the believers in Thessalonica who had been deceived to think they were in the Day of the Lord. He comforts...
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Brent Smith: Waiting On God When You’re Wronged | 1 Samuel 24 and 25

You’ll remember at the end of chapter 23, Saul was hunting David and was nearly ready to catch him, but God sent the Philistines...
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Brent Smith: Justice, Judgement and Glory | 2 Thessalonians 1:6-12

Paul encourages the Thessalonian church amidst their suffering, emphasizing that God is just and that justice will be seen in comforting the afflicted, and...
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Brent Smith: On The Run But Not Alone | 1 Samuel 22-23

We left off with David on the run from Saul. This is a period of time where David is going to be tested greatly....
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Brent Smith: Strength In Suffering | 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5

In this passage Paul commends the Thessalonian church for their steadfast faith and endurance in the face of persecution. He encourages them by affirming...
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Prophecy Update | Brent Smith & Randy Dyck

Pastor Brent and Randy take a look at various news and current events around the world and the prophetic significance they carry.
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Brent Smith: Marks Of A Church Ready For Christ’s Return | 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28a

Paul concludes this letter by giving some good instructions to the church centering around their behaviour toward one another and toward God. Living in...
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Brent Smith: Fact Checking Christmas | Matthew 2:7-12

Though Christmas is filled with lots of great truths for us, it also has lots of traditions and things passed down that were never...
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Brent Smith: Christmas on Time | Galatians 4:4-5

Waiting is never easy. We’ve become so conditioned to things being express, instant, immediate, that having to wait for any period of time is...
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Brent Smith: Between The Promise and The Throne | 1 Samuel 20 & 21

This period of time that we’re looking at in David’s life is a difficult time. It’s one where he is on the run from...
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Brent Smith: Why I Believe in a Pre-Trib Rapture

Since we just studied through 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 last Sunday, which is the premier passage on the rapture, I thought I’d take this Sunday...
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Brent Smith: Resurrection, Rapture and Real Hope | 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Paul writes to bring clarity over the coming of the Lord especially in relation to those who have passed away. The certainty of our...
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Brent Smith: Leading By Spears or By Spirit? | 1 Samuel 18 & 19

David begins to be publicly praised for his heroism and good character, while Saul grows jealous of David’s accolades. It leads to Saul’s attempts...
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Brent Smith: Sanctified Steps for Saints | 1 Thessalonians 4:1-1

In this passage, Paul exhorts the Thessalonian church to live in a way that distinguishes them from the surrounding culture, emphasizing the need for...
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Brent Smith: Overflow of Joy and Outflow of Love — 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

In this passage, Paul expresses his deep gratitude and joy for the Thessalonian church, highlighting his concern for their faith in the face of...
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Brent Smith: David vs. Goliath: The Battle Belongs to The Lord | 1 Samuel 17

The encounter between David and Goliath illustrates the stark contrast between faith and fear, showcasing how David's trust in God allowed him to confront...
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Brent Smith: Marks of A Worthy Walk | 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

In this passage, Paul recounts his ministry among the Thessalonians, emphasizing the authenticity of his message and the character of his conduct. He highlights...
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Brent Smith: The Gospel Changes Everything | 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Paul shares how the gospel came to the Thessalonians and the effect it had on them. We’ll look at how the Gospel provides Power,...
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Brent Smith: To Obey Is Always Better — 1 Samuel 14:24-15:35 

In last week’s study we saw further erosion in Saul’s life where he placed a greater dependency on himself than he did on the...
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Brent Smith: A Church Worth Thanking God For — 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5

In this passage Paul expresses gratitude for the Thessalonian church for their steadfastness. We’ll look at how they’ve been grounded in grace, are growing...
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Brent Smith: Marriage Made In Heaven — Ruth 3-4

In Ruth 3-4 redemptive love is on full display as the story of Ruth and Boaz come to a completion with Boaz receiving Ruth...
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Brent Smith: Faith Over Fear — Stadium Sunday

Christians have confidence that the end result for every believer is heaven. What a difference our outlook becomes when we focus on the uplook.
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Brent Smith: From Gleaning To Grace — Ruth 2

In the second chapter of Ruth we see the initial stages of the Boaz and Ruth relationship, which is all by God’s providence. We...
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Brent Smith: Trusting God Beyond The King — 1 Samuel 11-12

As we continue on in our study, we’ll see the character flaws start to unfold which led to Saul’s downfall. It doesn’t matter how...
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Brent Smith: From Brokenness to Blessing — Ruth 1

The passage narrates Ruth's courageous decision to follow her mother-in-law Naomi back to Bethlehem after the death of their husbands, showcasing themes of loyalty,...
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Brent Smith: Help for a Downcast Soul — Psalm 42

Psalm 42 teaches us that even amidst despair and feelings of depression, we are called to seek God, for He alone is our true...
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Brent Smith: Flourishing or Fading? — Psalm 92

Psalm 92 serves as a reflection on the nature of God’s goodness and eternal faithfulness, emphasizing the importance of continual praise and worship. It...