Countryside Covenant Church

In Judges 8, we read that Gideon held deep seated unresolved anger towards those who killed his brothers. What is God saying to us when we harbor unresolved anger in our hearts?

November 26 2023

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- Let All Things Now Living | Katherine Kennicott Davis | Copyright 1939, Renewed 1966 E.C. Schirmer Music Company

In Luke 10, Jesus summarizes the Old Testament law, by stating that we should "love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind; and love your neighbor as yourself." In sharing the parable of the good Samaritan, Jesus illustrates how compassion moves us into action to love our neighbor without boundaries.

October 22 2023

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- O to Be Like Thee! | Thomas Obediah Chisholm, William James Kirkpatrick | Copyright Public Domain

Patience can be a difficult struggle, especially when we are waiting for an answer to prayer. Calling upon God to bless us with peace and patience is a common request for some. Guest speaker Jerry Strube explores the theme of patience as it relates to our daily walk with God.

October 15 2023

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- Because He Lives | Gloria Gaither, William J. Gaither | Copyright 1971 Hanna Street Music

In Luke 19, a rich tax collector named Zacchaeus desired to follow the teachings of Jesus. Those in the community who knew of Zacchaeus' troubled past, grumbled in complaint of Jesus who chose to spend time with an outcast. What is God saying to us when those who are social outcasts seek to know Jesus in these last days?

October 08 2023

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- Amazing Grace | Edwin Othello Excell, John Newton, John P. Rees, William W. Walker | Copyright Public Domain

When we turn to prayer in a crisis mood, how do we pray? Have you ever found yourself praying with a confrontational attitude? Dr. DeVern Schwenn explores the verse from Isaiah 1:18a, "Come now, and let us reason together," says the Lord.

October 01 2023

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- Kings and Kingdoms | David E. Moffitt, Tommee Profitt, Travis Cottrell | Copyright Great Revelation Music

In Genesis 35, Jacob encounters God again where God coaches him in leading his family. Prior to this, Jacob's sons had done evil in retaliation for evil done to sister Dinah, creating unrest in surrounding communities. Jacob's transformational encounter helps to give him direction and lead his family in faithful obedience to God. What is God saying to us when the leaders of God’s household fear retaliation by a powerful adversary, because of the depraved behavior of some within the household of faith?

September 24 2023

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- There is a Redeemer | Melody Green | Copyright 1982 Universal Music

In Matthew 5, Jesus taught multitudes of followers through his sermon on the mountain. There he said, "Blessed Are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted." Pastor John speaks about grief and mourning, and the outcomes of such an experience.

September 17 2023

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- Day By Day | Andrew L. Skoog, Karolina Wilhelmina Sandell-Berg, Ken Barker, Oskar Ahnfelt, Word Music Group | Copyright Public Domain

In Genesis 32, Jacob who is soon to be renamed Israel, wrestles with his relationships with God and his brother Esau. Forever changed by this struggle, Jacob turns away from the deceitful ways of his youth. What is God saying to us in this powerful story?

September 10 2023

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- Nothing But The Blood | Robert Lowry | Copyright Public Domain

Everyday each person battles a spiritual fight against evil. There is evil that attacks our hearts in trying to drive us and our actions away from God. Four common lies are used by the evil one in this attack of the heart.

• Lie #1 - You are on your own in life.
• Lie #2 - God cannot be trusted.
• Lie #3 - Boundaries hurt you.
• Lie #4 - Gravity and all similar downward pulls in life, win in the end.

Our hope is in Jesus. God's grace wins.

September 03 2023

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- There is a Redeemer | Melody Green | Copyright 1982 Universal Music

In Genesis 30, Jacob struggles against his father-in-law, Laban, who deceptively holds control over the lives of Jacob and his family. What can we expect to take place in these last days, when we attempt to liberate ourselves from those who hold power and control over our lives?

August 27 2023

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- Grace Greater Then Our Sin | Daniel Brink Towner, Julia Harriette Johnston | Copyright Public Domain

Temptations are the gateway to sin. However, with help from God, a faithful believer can use the moment of temptation to retrain our habits and grow closer to God.

August 20 2023

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- Trust and Obey | Daniel Brink Towner, John Henry Sammis | Copyright Public Domain

Hollywood likes to portray love as an emotion or a magical feeling. Pastor John dives into the true meaning of love, as described in 1st Corinthians 13.

August 13 2023

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- Love Lifted Me | Howard E. Smith, James Rowe | Copyright Public Domain

In Genesis 28 and 29, Jacob's journey to find a bride is interupted by an encounter with God. Just as the Christian Church is described as the bride of Christ, and the mission field described as finding the bride of Christ, Jacob's journey can be likened to the Church's calling to bring lost people into a life of faith in Christ through missional actions. As we journey through life, what does God want us to know as we introduce people to a life of faith in Christ?

August 06 2023

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- Only A Holy God | Dustin Smith, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson | Copyright 2016 CityAlight Music

When we are wronged by others, it may be difficult to know what the right action or reaction might be. In Genesis 27, Jacob's deceitful actions steal the blessing meant for brother Esau, from father Isaac. What is God saying to us when a person in the Church comes in deceit and successfully takes away God’s blessing from us? July 30 2023 Music: CCLI License 20576625 - I Need Thee Every Hour | Annie Sherwood Hawks, Robert Lowry | Copyright Public Domain

In Genesis 26, Isaac experiences struggles with neighbors, but also experiences blessings from God during the same time period. We, as believers like Isaac, often consider ourselves foreigners in a land of unbelievers. What is God saying to His believers when they experience His covenant blessings of protection and prosperity while living as foreigners in a pagan land?

July 23 2023

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- Just A Closer Walk With Thee | Anonymous | Copyright Public Domain

Sometimes our desire for a promotion or action is so high, that we rush to make it happen without taking God's timing into consideration. Sometimes that struggle involves a privileged position, as with the birthright blessing between Abraham's sons, Esau and Jacob. What is God saying to us when we struggle to obtain a privileged position that God has promised?

July 16 2023

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- Only A Holy God | Dustin Smith, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson | Copyright 2016 CityAlight Music

How is God preparing you for a future task? In 1 Samuel, Dr. DeVern Schwenn explores how God's influence and preparation taught David to trust God in stepping forward with faith and courage.

July 09 2023

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- How Great Thou Art | Stuart Wesley Keene Hine | Copyright 1949 and 1953 Stuart Hine Trust CIO Stuart K. Hine Trust

Do you have giants in your life? In 1 Samuel, Dr. DeVern Schwenn explores how God prepared David for his confrontation with Goliath.

July 02 2023

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- Battle Hymn of the Republic | Don Moen, Julia Ward Howe | Copyright 1988 Integrity's Hosanna! Music

In Genesis 24, Abraham sends his most trusted servant to find a bride for Isaac. At first read, it seems this is about finding a wife. But upon reading deeper, Pastor John expains the relevance in gathering new believers as the bride of Christ. What does God want us to know, when His servants experience success in finding a bride (the Church) for His Son in these last days?

June 25 2023

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- He Leadeth Me | Joseph Henry Gilmore, William Batchelder Bradbury | Copyright Public Domain

Happy Father's Day! Much like duct tape, earthly fathers are called to be sticky, durable, and flexible. Listen in for Pastor John's fun sermon analogy dedicated to dads everywhere, past and present, on their special day.

June 18 2023

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- Faith of Our Fathers | Frederick William Faber, Henri Frederick Hemy | Copyright Public Domain

In Genesis 23, we find Abraham mourning the physical death of Sarah, and in a foreign land without a burial plot for her. What can we expect to take place when God’s people seek to purchase burial land for the death of a loved one?

June 11 2023

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- Great Is Thy Faithfulness | Thomas Obediah Chisholm, William Marion Runyan | Copyright Public Domain

In Genesis 22, God tested Abraham's faith and obedience. What can we expect to happen when God tests the faith of those who are righteous?

June 04 2023

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- The Power of the Cross | Keith Getty, Stuart Townend | Copyright 2005 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)

In Genesis 21, we read that Ishmael held great jealousy toward his baby brother Isaac. What happens when those in God’s household are expelled for mocking the miraculous works of God?

May 28 2023

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- Great Is Thy Faithfulness | Thomas Obediah Chisholm, William Marion Runyan | Copyright Public Domain

Out of fear, Abraham instructed his wife Sarah to deceive others with the half-truth lie that she was his sister. What is God saying to His covenant people when they use deceptive tactics to protect themselves in places where they think the fear of God is absent?

May 21 2023

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- How Great Thou Art | Stuart Wesley Keene Hine | Copyright 1949 and 1953 Stuart Hine Trust CIO Stuart K. Hine Trust

A Mother's calling is a call from God that is an essential call, is a sacred call, and is an endangered call, particularly in the times we are living in today. Hear Pastor John speak on "A Mother's Calling" in today's challenging times.

May 14 2023

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- My Jesus I Love Thee | Adoniram Judson Gordon, William Ralph Featherstone | Copyright Public Domain

When the Lord visited Abram in his 99th year, Abram's expectations were exceeded by the Lord's promises. What can we expect to occur when God establishes a covenant relationship with those who are recipients of His divine promises?

May 07 2023

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- How Deep The Father's Love For Us | Stuart Townend | Copyright 1995 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)

Anxiety and worry are extremely common as we go about our daily lives. God knows this, and He provides peace for us. However, to get that peace, we must put in some work, as Paul lays out in His letter to the church in Philippi. We encourage you to take some action steps as He describes, in order to cultivate a peace that surpasses our circumstances.

April 30 2023

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- Firm Foundation (He Won't) | Austin Davis, Chandler Moore, Cody Carnes | Copyright 2021 For Humans Publishing (Admin by Essential Music Publishing)

- O Come To The Altar | Chris Brown, Mack Brock, Steven Furtick, Wade Joye | Copyright 2015 Music by Elevation Worship Publishing (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC)

- No Longer Slaves | Brian Johnson, Joel Case, Jonathan David Helser | Copyright 2014 Bethel Music Publishing

- Yet, Not I But Christ in Me | Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson | Copyright 2018 CityAlight Music (Admin. by Integrity Music)

Reading the Bible helps us understand God's intent for the world and each of us. Reading the Bible also reveals how Christ Jesus' life, death, and resurrection apply to each of our lives. What happens when the appearance of Jesus comes to those who do not believe in the resurrection, as they travel along life’s road?

April 16 2023

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- Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) | Chris Tomlin, John Newton, Louie Giglio | Copyright 2006 Rising Springs Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)

Many new believers in Christ Jesus, first experience a period of skepticism before belief. Even Jesus' disciples first had skepticism regarding His resurrection. What is likely to happen when the resurrection of Jesus is believed in, by those who are skeptical of it today?

April 09 2023

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- Hallelujah What A Savior | Philip Paul Bliss | Public Domain

Palm Sunday is significant to Christians, as it is the day we remember Christ Jesus' return to Jerusalem prior to His crucifixtion and resurrection. What does God want His Church to know as Jesus’ arrival draws near, when His kingdom is to be restored in the midst of a hostile environment? April 02 2023 Music: CCLI License 20576625 - To God Be the Glory | Fanny Jane Crosby, William Howard Doane | Public Domain

In Daniel chapter 6, we read that jealousy and greed will drive some to hurt others if it will elevate their position. What happens when government officials conspire against God's servants in a pagan land?