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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Expectation vs. Reality: The Aftermath Series— New messages every Sunday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-05-1847 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Let Me See Your I.D. Pt. 2: The Aftermath Series— New messages every Sunday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-05-1146 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Let Me See Your I.D. : The Aftermath Series— New messages every Sunday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-05-0454 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Just as He Said: Resurrection Sunday 2020For our very special Resurrection Sunday Message, Pastor Joe discusses the importance of Jesus's resurrection three days after His Death and how it relates to the current world we live in.
— New messages every Sunday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-04-1350 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Symbol of Love: The Trouble With Sin; Mini-SeriesIn this special Good Friday service, Pastor Joe wraps up the series talking about Jesus's death on the cross and what it means to us as Christians.
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2020-04-1152 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Invisible War: The Trouble With Sin; Mini-SeriesIn this edition of the Lord's message Pastor Joe talks about the "invisible war" that our world was going through. Not just the coronavirus, but the war against sin as well.
— New messages every Sunday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-04-0653 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Ultimate Pandemic: The Trouble With Sin; Mini-SeriesIn light of the coronavirus pandemic Pastor Joe delivers a message based on the "pandemic" and the "virus" of sin that has spread across the entire globe.
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2020-03-3055 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Can You Hear Me Now? : The Trouble With Sin; Mini-SeriesIn the second edition of our live streamed services Pastor Joe addresses the topic of the coronavirus, how to properly deal with it from a Biblical standpoint, and the trouble of sin.
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2020-03-2345 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)BTS: Behind the Sorrow (Pt. 2) : Road to the Cross SeriesHi everyone. Due to growing concerns regarding COVID - 19, FICF has decided to live stream our church services until further notice. In this we will still be uploading our Podcasts every Sunday. Thank you for your continued support.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-03-1639 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)BTS: Behind the Sorrow (Pt. 1) : Road to the Cross SeriesThis Sunday Pastor Joe kicks off a new series. In this Pastor Joe discusses what really went on during the time of Jesus as well as how these things apply to our own lives.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-03-0948 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Show Me You Love Me: God's Love SeriesIn the final message in the God's Love series Pastor Joe wraps up this set of messages by explaining what it truly means to love God.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-03-0254 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)No Other Love: God's Love SeriesReturning from his break Pastor Joe delivers yet another message. In this Sunday's sermon Pastor Joe discusses the extreme importance that God's love has in our lives.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-02-2455 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)LOVE: What is True Love? : God's Love SeriesIn this very very special edition of the Lord's message, our Young Adults leader Vincent Chaves delivers a sermon on what the true meaning of love is from a Biblical standpoint.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-02-1747 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)See Exhibit A: Your Life (Part 2): God's Love SeriesIn the newest edition to the God's Love Series, Pastor Joe discusses how the Christian can only be saved through faith and not by works.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-02-1055 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)I LOVE YOU MORE: God's Love SeriesIn this edition of the Lord's message. Pastor Joe kicks off a new series based off love and its relation to the Bible.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-02-0355 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Craving Satisfied: New Years Series 2020 "Knowing and Growing"Coming back from his one week break Pastor Joe returns again with another edition to the New Years Series. In this message Pastor Joe discusses the importance of prioritizing God in our very own lives.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-01-2748 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Answer Is: "Wars and Rumors of Wars" : Series BreakIn the first series break of 2020 Deacon Richard breaks down the concept of prophecy and what we can expect in the coming future .
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-01-201h 03First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Raise and Wave the White Flag: New Years Series 2020 "Knowing and Growing"In the second message of the year Pastor Joe continues the New Years series. In this episode, Pastor Joe discusses the importance of fully surrendering one's life to Jesus Christ.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2020-01-1351 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)20/20 Vision: New Years Series 2020 "Knowing and Growing"To kick of the new year and the new decade, Pastor Joe begins a series discussing what God is planning for us in 2020. Happy New Years everyone!
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2020-01-0656 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Oh Well, So What? : Christmas Series 2019In this final message of 2019 Pastor Joe wraps up the Christmas Series. Thank you for the great year! See you next decade!
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-12-3053 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)No More Work: Christmas Series 2019Jesus is more than a supplement, He is your primary source of energy.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-12-2353 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Big Miss - The Misses of Christmas: Christmas Series 2019In lieu of the coming holiday, tonight Pastor Joe delivers a message informing the church of what you're really missing when it comes to CHRISTmas.
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2019-12-1653 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Real Meaning of Christmas: Christmas Series 2019In light of the holiday season, Pastor Joe kicks off a new series for Christmas. In tonight's message he discusses the what the true meaning of CHRISTmas is.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-12-0954 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Thy Will Be Done: Deacon OrdinationIn this very special edition of the Lord's message, Pastor Joe takes this Sunday to officially ordinate our very own Deacon Edgar Reyes and Deacon Richard Fennimore. We take this time to appreciate the work that our church's leaders do for God's kingdom as well as learn how to support them in various ways.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-12-021h 10First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Happy to Be of Help: The Thanksgiving SeriesIn this edition of the Lord's message, Pastor Joe discusses the importance of giving thanks to the Lord through giving.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-11-2551 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Sharing is Caring: The Thanksgiving SeriesIn this Sunday's rendition of the Lord's message our Pastor Joe delivers a sermon discussing the importance of the Christian's testimony, as well as the importance of sharing it with others.
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2019-11-1851 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Gimme This, Gimme That: The Thanksgiving SeriesIn the second installment of The Thanksgiving Series, Pastor Joe delivers a message based upon prayer. Happy Veteran's Day!!!
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2019-11-1150 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)PLEAS and THANK YOU: The Thanksgiving SeriesThis week we kick off a new series on Thanksgiving in lieu of the upcoming holiday. What are you thankful for?
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2019-11-0450 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)AND I WILL GIVE YOU REST... : God'sFaithfulness SeriesGod forgave our sins by sending His son, what about you?
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2019-10-2837 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)DO YOU TRUST ME? : God's Faithfulness SeriesIn tonight's message, Pastor Joe goes over the topic of trusting in God.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-10-1449 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Series Break: Building the House of GodIn this special edition of the Lord's message, Sam Bunnell challenges the church to "build the house of God."
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-10-1437 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Caller ID: God's Faithfulness Series— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-10-0744 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Result of the Pursuit: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesIn this Sunday's message Pastor Joe discusses the story of the prodigal son, and the what the "result" of our pursuit should be.
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2019-09-2350 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of Religion: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesYou can't earn your way to God.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-09-1649 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of the Weekend: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesIn this edition of the Lord's Message, Pastor Joe discusses the longing for the weekend to arrive, and Who we should be longing for instead.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-09-0949 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of Comfort: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesReturning back to the "Pursuit of Happiness Series" Pastor Joe delivers a message on pursuing comfort, and what to pursue instead.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-09-0258 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of Success: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesIn this special edition of the Lord's message, our very own Young Adult Leader, Vince Chaves, delivers the Lord's message. Tonight he discusses the concept of success from a Biblical standpoint.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-08-2652 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of Pleasure: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesIn this edition of the Lord's message, Pastor Joe tackles the topic of the world's view of pleasure and the Bible's stance on it.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-08-1952 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of Money: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesDoes money buy happiness?
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-08-1258 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of Love: The Pursuit of Happiness SeriesIn this Sunday's edition of the Lord's Message, Pastor Joe discusses the topic of love and how to pursue it in a biblical way.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-08-0557 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Pursuit of Happiness: Journey Through the Book of Galatians, ConclusionThe pursuit of happiness is a trap, pursue God instead.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-07-2948 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Don't Give Up - Journey through the Book of GalatiansMake a stand for God! Don't conform to this world, continue to renew your mind each and every day, and cling to what is good. Don't Give Up!
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-07-0856 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Blue or Red Pill: Journey through the Book of GalatiansWhich are you: Jacob or Esau? Do not be deceived, God cannot be mocked.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-07-0157 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Partners with God : Journey Through the Book of GalatiansDeacon Richard hits home with a message about how the church can play a supportive role in the pastor's life.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-06-2438 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Be the Father God Wants You to Be! : A Father's Day MessageThis year on Father's Day our Pastor Joe discusses and explains what fatherhood means in God's perspective.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-06-1744 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)"MEDIC!" : Journey Through the Book of GalatiansIn tonight's message, Pastor Joe discusses the Law of Christ, restoration of the fallen, how the church is a refuge, and overall discipleship.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-06-1040 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Self-Control; Fruit of the Spirit: Journey Through the Book of GalatiansIn this edition of the Lord's message Deacon Richard Fennimore goes in depth and breaks down the fruit of Self Control.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-06-0352 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Apply Filter: Journey Through the Book of GalatiansTonight Pastor Joe goes over the fruit of meekness. Meekness is not weakness!
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-05-2045 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Burden of Motherhood: Mother's Day Message Through the Life of NaomiHappy Mother's Day everyone. In this special sermon Pastor Joe goes through the story of Naomi and Ruth to show the example of a godly mother.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-05-1346 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Lean On Me: Journey Through the Book of GalatiansIn this edition of the Lord's message, Pastor Joe tackles the fruit of faithfulness and its importance.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details2019-05-0649 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Be Kind Rewind: Journey Through the Book of GalatiansThis Sunday, Pastor Joe tackles the fruits of kindness and goodness.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-04-2942 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Do You Want the Truth? : A Resurrection Sunday MessageJesus Christ died on the cross to save us from our sins; that is the truth. Happy Resurrection Sunday!
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-04-2246 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)"This is Your Final Warning, or Else!" : Journey Through the Book of Galatians, Galatians 5:22-23 and Supporting VersesThis Sunday we learn the importance of long suffering.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-04-1546 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Rest in Peace: Journey Through the Book of Galatians, Galatians 5:22 and Supporting VersesDo not let your hearts be troubled, rest in peace.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-04-0844 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Joy - Fruit of the Spirit: Galatians 5:22 and Supporting VersesDeacon Richard Fennimore gives us the rundown on joy.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-04-0147 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)I AM THE POWER!The true power; The Holy Spirit.
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-03-1844 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)To Know Christ, To Become Like Him, To Make Him Known: Series Break Are you living your life knowing your God is powerful? — New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-03-0457 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Idolatry and "Witchcraft" : The Brothers of Destruction
— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-02-2541 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Living "Under the Influence" of? Journey through the book of Galatians; A lesson on drunkenness— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-02-1956 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Struggle Is Real! : Journey Through the Book of Galatians— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-02-041h 11First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The "Fights" We Have: Journey Through the Book of Galatians— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-01-281h 15First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)What's The Difference? : Journey Through the Book of Galatians; Galatians 5:2-15— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-01-211h 00First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Out With the Old in With the New: A Journey Through Galatians— New messages every Monday! Support this ministry. Go to ficfreno.com/give for details.2019-01-1453 minFirst International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)New Year New... : Focus For the New Year__ If you are impacted by this ministry and would like to support us in our mission of reaching others for Christ, visit FICFRENO.COM/GIVE.2019-01-071h 09
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)10,9,8,7… Happy New… : Promise for the New YearEveryone might already be looking towards the promise of 2019, but are we missing God's point for the past year?
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Christmas 2018: Reactions — I SAW THE SIGN!Sometimes we think there is a sign that we need to see before we can truly surrender to God.
But as we see there is no greater sign than God sending His one and only Son to be born on this earth to live and die for us. The Christmas season is much more than a happy holiday, but a day of remembrance. Don’t just do it as lip service but truly repent and believe.
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Christmas 2018: Reactions — HEAR YE, HEAR YE, HEAR YE'Tis the season and as we kick off this Christmas season we look at the reactions of different people in hearing about the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
We hear this message each year, but has our reaction changed? Have we tried to fit the world in with the church instead of the church going into the world? Listen in as we tackle this and much more!
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Invested Kingdom__
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)12: I Did It My WayWe’ve all thought that, "It’s my way or the highway!" Sometimes we just think it’s best to do it my way, but there is far greater purpose when you let God guide your footsteps. The world tells you “my way” but God shows you “His way.”
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)11: AdoptedWe're all searching for a family that will accept us wholly for who we are, no questions asked. But what if we're unwittingly already part of a far-greater one?
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)10: The What and Whys of LifeAttending church can get us real acquainted with blindly keeping up with a certain set of rules. Why do we somehow equate this with a functioning relationship with God?
Pastor Joe muddies our cozy familiarity with mere law-abiding in this week’s continuation of our series. You cannot afford to mess up the order: It is by grace you receive, through faith in the living God, that produces a need inside you to inevitably abide in His ways.
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)God, Our Refuge and StrengthWho do you turn to for refuge when life becomes overwhelmingly too much to handle?
Pastor Doug Vaughan, Crosspoint Community Church’s Lead Pastor, expounds on the fundamental truth Psalm 46 contains. When you’re at the end of yourself, and anxiety begins to wreak havoc in your mind—remember you only need to be still, and know the One who’s a very present help in times of trouble.
Verses from the sermon:
• Psalm 46
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)12TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY: StandIn order to protect ourselves, we think we need to take action and put matters into our own hands.
For the church’s 12th anniversary, Eternidad Centro Cristiano Lead Pastor Leo Castro asks that we shift our paradigm a little. In order to cover ground, what if we only need to plant our feet, stand firm and let God deliver?
Verses from the sermon:
• 1 Cor. 16:13
• Acts 18:9-10
• Matt. 24:10
• Jer. 2:11
• Jer. 2:13
• 1 Cor. 16:13
• John 17:21
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)9: Promises—Made to be Broken?When a trusted loved one goes back on their word and the pain of abandonment hasn’t really left you yet, you have a someone else you can turn to whose promise will never waver.
Points from the sermon:
JESUS SAID:
- Matt. 5:37
THE LAW AND GOD’S PROMISE
- Gal. 3:15-16
GOD’S COVENANT WITH ABRAHAM
- Gen. 12:1-3 ; 7
- Gen. 13:14-15
- Gen. 22:18
- Gen. 24:7 / 26:4
GOD’S PROMISE IS JESUS CHRIST
- Gal. 3:16
GENEALOGY OF JESUS
- Matt. 1:1-16
- Luke 3:23-38
JESUS CHRIST = GOD’S PROMISE
- Acts 3:25
- Gen. 3:15
BLOOD = LIFE = PAYMENT FOR SIN
- Gen. 3:7
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)8: WWJD: What Would Jesus Do?Reading it off the pages of the Bible, Jesus’ off-the-cuff problem-solving savvy surely inspires us all to live more like Him daily.
But how often, if at all, do you actually allow His moving of you to manifest and reproduce identical results?
Points from the sermon:
WHAT DID JESUS DO? [a]
- Matt 5:17
- Gal 2:21
I. SAVED BY WORKS OR GRACE?
- Gal 3:1-3
- Eph 2:8-9
IA. BELIEVER = TEMPLE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
- Gal 3:4-5
- Rom 8:9
EXAMPLE THROUGH ABRAHAM
- Gal 3:6
- Gen 15:6
- Jam 2:23
GOD FOREKNEW!
- Gal 3:7
II. RELIANCE ON THE LAW = CURSED BY GOD
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)7: 'Til Death Do Us Part...Imagine how silly it would’ve been if we started accusing a widower adultery if they ever, however long after, choose to remarry? Yet seemingly, that‘s how we tend to portray our testimony before others—glorifying our past sins far more than what we have gained in Christ.
This week, Pastor Joe implores the Church to forego the former trespasses Christ has permanently put to death and jumpstart the vital mission He‘s entrusted us with—to spread this good news far and wide.
Points from the sermon:
Intro:
GO & SIN NO MORE
- Jn 8:10-11
WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
- Ga...2018-10-011h 13
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)6: Houston, We Have a Problem!When we weaponize the Mosaic Law to gauge each other’s right standing with God, it becomes drastically problematic.
Pastor Joe’s continuation of our series lands on the irony: Religion we observe that doesn’t deliver us to an in-depth encounter with Christ merely render us even less righteous in God’s sight.
Points from the sermon:
Intro:
JOB’S ASKED
- Job 9:2
MAN’S PROBLEM IS:
- Rom. 3:9-12
PAUL REBUKES PETER:
- Gal. 2:15-16
SAUL / PAUL OBEYED THE THE LAW:
- Phil. 3:5-6
PROBLEM IS:
- Gal. 2:16
IS THE LAW THE PROBLEM?
- Rom. 7:12
COMMIT ONE, GUILTY OF ALL!
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)5: Raise Your Hand if You're HumblePastor Joe’s next installation of our series inspects the condition of our humility before God deploys us to confront a conviction.
In the midst of all the mayhem, where you hinge your validation on ultimately determines the inner peace you receive for this season in your life.
Points from the sermon:
Intro:
IMPORTANCE OF HUMILITY FOR A BELIEVER
- 1 Pet. 5:5-6
CONTRAST OF KING SAUL & KING DAVID
- 1 Sam. 15:17-30
- 2 Sam. 12:13
I. GOD SHOWS NO FAVORITISM
- Gal. 2:6
II. A MUCH NEEDED DIVISION
- Gal. 2:7-9
- Acts 9:15-16
III. PLEASE PEOPLE RATHER THAN GOD & HIS TRUTH?
- Ga...2018-09-1852 min
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)4: A Life of Obedience to GodIsn’t it frustrating when God goes off-script and completely disregards the stage cues we’ve set up in our Little Production™? Worse, we hold Him hostage over the things that go awry in this heist we execute.
Pastor Joe resumes our series only to find disobedience as the fastest way to delay God’s plan for us. We’re all dancing in circles when we wrestle His will or our brothers in Christ—what’ll happen if we push our preparations aside and make way for His instead?
Sermon Points:
JESUS’ COMMANDS TO US
- Mat. 28:19
- Jn. 13:34-35
- Gal. 2:1-2
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Stewardship: An Act of LoveMoney, albeit a hairy subject no matter where you go, merely exists as an opportunity for God to develop your character.
Deacon Richard Fennimore takes over this week and aptly puts matters into perspective: The posture of your heart, and your response to this litmus test makes all the difference.
Verses from the sermon:
• Gen. 23:9
• Matt. 6:33
• 1 Pet. 2:9 ; 1 Cor. 16:2
• Matt. 6:24 ; Luke 16:10-12
• Mark 8:36-37 ; 10:23-25
• Luke 16:19-31 ; Pro. 11:4 ; 13:11
• Ecc. 5:10, 22, 15, 19
• 1 Tim. 6:6-11 ; 6:17-19
• Acts 5:1-10 ; James 5:1-6 ; Jude 11
• 2 Cor. 8:1-5, 8-9, 24
• Phil. 1:9 ; 3:7-8 ; 2 Pet. 3:18
• Gal. 6:7 ; 2 Cor. 9:7-8
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Honorable ChildRelationships are hard work, especially with people who were picked for you—in advance and without your permission—and ones you get to keep for the rest of your life. If they say parents are a gift from God, how come some of us only feel like taking the gift receipt back to the store, not only to demand a full return, but also to be compensated for the inconvenience it caused us?
The church's very own youth lead, Michael Villanueva, makes his debut this week a dedication to everyone who struggles to preserve a harmonious relationship with their folks.
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)3: Chosen For His PleasureIt doesn’t sit well with our ego if we’re picked last for anything. Maybe you've been rejected elsewhere, and the memory of that hasn’t really gone away. Continuing our series, Pastor Joe delves into this type of selection event that's happened before the foundation of the world.
Points from the sermon:
GOD CHOSE PAUL
Gal. 1:15
GOD CHOSE JEREMIAH & ISAIAH
Jer. 1:5
Isa. 49:1
GOD CHOSE ISRAEL
Deu. 7:6
GOD CHOSE US BEFORE THE FOUNDATION OF THE WORLD
Eph. 1:3-4
JESUS WAS NOT ON PAUL’S MIND PRIOR TO THE CALL
Acts 9:1-4
GOD LOVED JACOB & HATED ESAU
Rom. 9:10-13
I. GOD IS S...2018-08-2154 min
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Box of Chocolates: Life's Unexpected Twists and TurnsOn his deathbed, multi-billionaire founder of Apple Steve Jobs’ final words “Oh wow,” depict the collapse of this visionary’s life-long pursuit of wealth and merit. Having accumulated excess fame and fortune, Jobs realized fullness of life is a state of mind.
They say a tell you’re living the epitome of your being is having joy. Moreover, as Teilhard de Chardin puts it, joy is the infallible sign of the presence of God. Are you able to roll with life’s Pacquiao-caliber punches and come out still joyful in God’s presence? Pastor Joe yet unpacks this box of chocolate for...2018-08-151h 11
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)2: Who Are You Pleasing?All your life, you’ve only been told to be nice, no matter what—bend over backwards, even, just to make everyone happy. We live in a world where getting along is the bedrock of a functioning society. It seems like that's the only way to get by... by trying to appease everyone, at least. What happens, then, when that stops working for you?
This week, Pastor Joe flips the industry on its head as he delivers a message that only seeks God's approval.
Points from the sermon:
INTRO: Who Are You Pleasing? (Gal. 1:10)
I. PLEASING MEN OVER GOD LEADS TO S...2018-08-1454 min
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)1: Chosen By GodHey there, friend! We jump right ahead into a new sermon series tackling the book of Galatians!
In this week’s sermon, we look at the life of Paul and how a believer should live after accepting Christ as their Lord. Which side are you on: Are you part of the world, or are you fully devoted and surrendered to what God has in store for you?
Bullet points from the sermon:
JOURNEY THROUGH THE BOOK OF GALATIANS
VERSE: 1:1-24
INTRODUCTION:
A. PAUL’S MERIT BEFORE CHRIST
- Phil. 3:4-6
B. PAUL’S ZEAL BEFORE CHRIST
- Acts 22:3-5
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Living in God's WillAs he wraps up the finale of our journey through 2nd Corinthians, Pastor Joe sends us off with a message that hopefully emboldens people to make a stand in God's Name.
Bulletpoints from the sermon:
INTRO:
To Whom are You Living For?
- Phil. 1:21
I. LIVE FOR GOD’S WILL!
2 Cor. 13:8
IA. DENYING GOD’S WILL = SIN = TROUBLE
- Gen. 16:2
- Rom. 1:18 ; 24-25
II. PRAY FOR EACH OTHER
- 2 Cor. 13:9-10
- Eph. 6:18
III. MATURITY = UNITY = HIS PEACE & HIS LOVE
- 2 Cor. 13:11-14
- Psalm 133:1
- John 13:35
- Rom. 16:17
IN CONCLUSION:
Rom. 15:23
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Thou Shall Not Practice 'Selective Hearing'Did you know that selective hearing is a legitimate psychological filtering our brain is physiologically capable of? Yes, our brain can't process all stimuli constantly bombarding us. But far from being an impairment, this voluntary choice of where we focus attention on ultimately falls on us.
The church of Corinth wasn't resistant to this type of malingering when it comes to Paul's warning of false prophets—described by Pastor Joe for the next chapter of our series. Oddly enough, their habitual vices leave Paul greatly insecure. Wouldn’t you want to know how it feels to have someone care for you...2018-06-141h 16
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Don't Judge a Book by Its CoverAs imperfect people, we can be deceived by the appearance of a man, and we often measure how successful he is by what we see on the outside. This week's message tackles on how we can live a holy life by accepting one another instead of judging them first. This is the first step before we can start maturing in our walk with Jesus. Pastor Joe invites us to trust God and let His will be done in our lives. Press play for more
DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER
2 COR. 10:7-17
I. EYES CAN BE DECEIVING
1 Samuel 16:6-7
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)One Great Need, One Great Fear, & One Great ChallengeHave you seen this post lately?
'FEAR NOT' WAS MENTIONED 365 TIMES IN THE BIBLE
It serves as preface to a life lived impenetrable to fear. While it is an encouraging, well-meaning thought—it's also a false statement. At best, King James' translation only offers at least 100 verses or so of this glamorized Christian fearlessness narrative.
Nevertheless, hopefully our faith in Jesus can stand by itself without made-up stats on His true and unwavering identity and promise to us.
This week, Pastor Kevin White shares a message about Christ's authenticity, so tangible it almost jumps right out of the pages and ta...2018-06-0148 min
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Looking Into the Heart of GodShortly after its launch in 1990, NASA discovered that the billion-dollar initiative Hubble Telescope had a lens problem when photos it took of the Milky Way came back blurry. Richard Fennimore pleads a case against our complacency when it comes to God’s call to holiness. How come our perception and awe of our God come back dull and blurry? How come it takes only searing pain for us to peer underneath our sinful habits? Is it possible that we have our own personal lens flaw…and not know it? This week's sermon is an eye-opener, don't miss it.
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Grace and Truth: God's Policy and OrientationHow do you sail a ship and dock it successfully? You orient yourself in the right direction and you consistently sail forward, according to your measured bearings. This metaphor is analogous of Richard Fennimore's take on the perilous, legalistic stance even some vet Christians are not immune of taking. Avoid other various, common traps. Learn how to navigate #GodsPlan and policy in this week's Palm Sunday message.
Title: GRACE AND TRUTH: God's Policy and Orientation
2 CORINTHIANS SERIES / 2 COR 5:10-6:02
Ministry of Reconciliation
1 John 1:17
Galatians 5:22-23
Doctrine of Unlimited Atonement
1 Timothy 4:10
1 John 2:2
Matthew 4:4
Psalm 1:2
Genesis 2:17
Ephesians 4:10
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Promissory NoteJust accepted Christ into your life? What's next and what do we do now to please God with our actions? We find our way out of the woods this week and get an intimate know-how on proper service as new creations with our new body in Christ for God's glory and what we get out of that exactly.
Title: THE PROMISSORY NOTE
2 COR 5:1-11
Introduction:2 COR 4:16-18
I: THE NEW BODY
2 COR 5:1-8
IA: OUR GOAL IS PLEASE GOD WITH OUR BODY / LIFE
2 COR 5:9
ROMANS 14:15-18
COLOSSIANS 1:10
1 THESSALONIANS 4:1
II: JUDGEMENT SEAT OF CHRIST
2 COR 5:10-11
1 COR 3:10-15
III: RECEIVE THE...2018-03-181h 07
First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Part of the GameThis week's sermon attempts to unravel God's mysterious intent on providing pain in this world. Pastor Joe carefully drives us home to the point: We ought to focus our energy on propagating God's Word throughout our personal frontiers. Fix your eyes so far ahead into the unseen and encounter Jesus.
Title: PART OF THE GAME
MAIN VERSE: 2 COR 4:7-18
INTRODUCTION: GOD'S POWER IN JARS OF CLAY
2 COR 4:7
I: GOD'S POWER NOT OURS
JOHN 15:5
PHILIPPIANS 4:13
1 COR 1:26-29
II: WE ARE LIKE JARS OF CLAY
2 TIMOTHY 2:20-21
III: LIFE OF CHALLENGES
2 COR 4:8-9
IIIA: WE SHARE IN HIS SUFFERINGS & GLORY
2 COR 4:11-12
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)By the Power of GodHow do you tap into God's unlimited power? Pastor Joe delves deeper into our series: The Book of 2nd Corinthians and plays out this dynamic between the Spirit and our capacity to choose to stay behind the eponymous veil Jesus has already torn apart. Podcast is now up on your native resource.
Title: By the Power of God
Main Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
INTRODUCTION:
GOD THE HOLY SPIRIT
THE HOLY SPIRIT REVEALS THE TRUTH: JESUS
John 16:6-15
POWERED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT:
2 CORINTHIANS 4:1-2
I: WHEN THE VEIL IS NOT REMOVED:
2 Corinthians 4:3-4
1 Corinthians 1:18
1 Corinthians 2:14
IA: YOU BELONG TO THE ENEMY:
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)VALENTINE'S DAY '18: I Love YouCome and revisit Pastor Joe's post-dated Valentine's day message.We take a break from our series with a message about love that comes out tomorrow! Be on the lookout for release on our YouTube and Facebook page! This podcast is available on your native podcast resource!
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MAIN VERSE: 1 JOHN 4:7-12
INTRODUCTION:
FIRST FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
GALATIANS 5:22-23
I: GOD'S PROOF OF HIS LOVE TO US:
1 JOHN 4:9-10
ROMANS 5:8-10
OUR RESPONSE TO GOD'S LOVE:
1 JOHN 3:16
1 JOHN 4:11
II: PROOF OF OUR LOVE FOR GOD = OBEDIENCE
JOHN 14:15
1 JOHN 5:1-2
III: PROOF THAT WE KNOW GOD
1 JOHN 4:7-8
1 JOHN 4:12
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Greater Glory of the Holy Life'What fuels your drive to serve the Kingdom?' This is Richard Fennimore's loaded premise for this week's installment of the 2nd Book of Corinthians. The punch? Recalibrate your scale. Gauge your Kingdom progress in the satisfaction of how glorious you have elevated the Lord's Name in your organic willingness to go after His own heart.
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)Show Me Your ProofThe jig is up. This week's sermon unwraps a universal deception we all tell ourselves from time to time: I'm good enough. Intrigued? Listen to this week's podcast.
>> NOTES:
MAIN VERSE: 2 COR 3:1-3 CSB
INTRODUCTION: BELIEVER BEWARE
MATTHEW 7:15-20
I: WE ARE THE LIVING PROOF
2 COR 3:1-2
IA: IT IS GOD'S WILL
EPHESIANS 2:10 & ROMANS 8:29
II: BY THE HOLY SPIRIT
2 COR 3:3
IIA: HOLY SPIRIT = NEW HEART
EZEKIEL 11:19 & EZEKIEL 36:26
IIB: NEW HEART = NEW LIFE
ROMANS 6:1-5
IIC: NEW LIFE = DEAD TO SIN
ROMANS 6:6-11
III: A LIFE GLORIFYING TO GOD
2 COR 3:2
LUKE 9:23 & GALATIANS 2:20
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)A Matter of Life and DeathPastor Joe presents to us a harsh reality of a dying church. He challenges us to do what Jesus has told us and follow in obedience to live holy and blameless. Not only that, be active, move and be ready to be a part of God's work in this world.
Verse: 2 COR 2:12-17
SUPPORTING VERSES:
PSALM 42:5
1 PETER 3:15
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)The Viewpoint of GodThis week, Richard Fennimore takes a step deeper inside the Book of 2 Corinthians and unearths a heart issue on integrity.
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First International Christian Fellowship— (FICFRENO)By the Will of GodWelcome to a brand new series! The following weeks will be spent poring over virtues found in Paul's second letter to Corinth. We hope you find these messages encouraging! Pastor Joe's take on passionate submission under God's will is now available on your native podcast resource!
2 CORINTHIANS SERIES / 2 COR 1:1-11
INTRODUCTION: 2 COR 1:1-2
I. GOD CHOOSES AND HIS WILL STANDS
John 15:16
Jeremiah 1:5
Galatians 1:15-16
IA: God Chose Paul
Acts 9:15
II: GOD IS OUR COMFORTER
2 COR 1:3-5
MATTHEW 5:11
IIA: GOD WORKS
ROM 8:28
IIB: TRIALS BRING MATURITY
2 COR 1:6-7
JAMES 1:2-4
IIC: SO THAT WE RELY ON HIM
2 COR 1:8-9
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