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Uncovered: Life Beyond18. Cousin Weekend In Review: Processing the Past to Understand the PresentSend us a textListen in as Rebecca and Naomi rehash a weekend last fall with a few far-flung cousins where the coffee and conversation flowed freely. Items mentioned in the show: Help plan future episodes! Click this link to Vote for Upcoming TopicsBehalt: Amish & Mennonite Heritage CenterNaomi’s Book Haul: The Narrow Way of Self-Denial: An Amish Man’s Counsel for His Children by D.J. Stutzman (1917; reprinted by Sweetwater Publications, 2006)History of our Parochial Schools and Newspaper Clippings of Prosecution Times compiled by Henr...2024-02-051h 07
Living Hope Christian FellowshipWhen Men of God Lose Their AnointingSpeaker: Ervin HelmuthCategories: Spiritual Growth, AnointingSummary: In this sermon, Brother Ervin Helmuth explores the tragic decline of individuals who were once anointed by God but subsequently lost their divine favor. Using the life of Samson as a primary example, he emphasizes how a failure to maintain separation unto God can lead to a loss of spiritual power. Brother Ervin discusses the allure of worldly temptations, illustrated by Samson's relationship with Delilah, highlighting the dangers of being drawn away from God despite one’s prior commitment. He warns listeners about the deceptive nature of compromise, which of...2024-01-2658 minLiving Hope Christian FellowshipPanel DiscussionSpeaker: Lee Rufener, Ervin Helmuth, Earl Horst, Brandon BylerCategories: Panel Discussion, Church CultureSummary: During a dynamic panel discussion, various brothers provided insights on how to navigate parenting, church culture, and personal convictions. They emphasized the importance of allowing young adults to make their own decisions while still offering guidance, as well as the necessity of having a strong, trusting relationship between parents and children. The conversation also touched on the balance between a church's progression towards conservatism versus a potential spiraling into legalism, with the panelists encouraging open communication and respectful discourse within families. Additionally...2024-01-261h 51Living Hope Christian FellowshipLet Us Walk in the Spirit Filled LifeSpeaker: Ervin HelmuthCategories: Spiritual Living, Holy SpiritSummary: In this sermon, Brother Ervin emphasizes the importance of living a Spirit-filled life, highlighting that the Holy Spirit, who is fully present and waiting to lead believers, can direct their paths when they are open and sensitive to His guidance. He discusses the necessity of surrendering one's whole life to God, pointing out that true repentance involves a deep hatred for sin and a willingness to allow God to search our hearts for any unconfessed areas. Through biblical references, Brother Ervin illustrates how living in obedience to the...2024-01-251h 09Living Hope Christian FellowshipThe Holy Spirit’s Role in the Life of the BelieverSpeaker: Ervin HelmuthCategories: Spirituality, Holy SpiritSummary: In a heartfelt message, Brother Ervin emphasizes the essential role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, highlighting His presence as a critical source of power and guidance. Through scriptural references, he illustrates how the Holy Spirit enables victory over sin and empowers believers to live righteously, contrasting this with the futility of merely adhering to the law. He encourages listeners to engage with the Holy Spirit actively, to recognize His gifts, and to seek a deeper relationship with God. The sermon challenges the audience to reflect...2024-01-241h 04Living Hope Christian FellowshipSin Shall Not Have Dominion Over YouSpeaker: Ervin HelmuthCategories: Holiness, SinSummary: In this sermon, Brother Ervin emphasizes the necessity of holiness in the life of believers, explaining that without holiness, one cannot see the Lord. He discusses the concept of dominion, clarifying that sin should not control a Christian's life. He explores both positional and practical holiness, asserting that while believers are justified through faith in Christ, they are also called to pursue a sanctified life marked by obedience and a genuine relationship with God. Brother Ervin warns against the perils of gradualism and the acceptance of small sins, which can...2024-01-231h 13