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Elim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Lost Art of WaitingAs Christians, we are called to wait on God. We are called to have faith in an all-knowing, ever-present, God who is there for us in every single circumstance. But that does not make it easy.Support the show2021-09-2026 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Lost Art of ApologyOur lives should reflect forgiveness, humility, peacemaking and repentance. This is why we need to learn the lost art of apology. Support the show2021-09-1231 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchSet Your AffectionsThe church has to be alive today so that the world can see who God really is. Set you affections on those things above.Support the show2021-09-0536 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Honour SystemWe are led to believe that Honour and respect is earned and that it is is only for the elect few. However, for those who follow Jesus, Honour and Respect is something every single one of Gods children deserves.Support the show2021-08-2942 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Battle Is YoursLessons from Daniel on the battle we all must endure.Support the show2021-08-2237 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchUnclaimed TreasureSome treasures are given to us when we receive Jesus- salvation, forgiveness and eternal life. There are however, some treasures that we have to claim on our own.Support the show2021-08-1528 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Battle Is RealLessons from Daniel and how he lived in his world.Support the show2021-08-0848 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLive The TruthWe are all led by something and there is always something competing for leadership of our lives. What is the truth? The truth is found in who you are following.Support the show2021-08-0226 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchFollow the LeaderHow do we partner with the Holy Spirit on a daily basis? Support the show2021-07-2538 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWho Is In The Lead?"My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest" (Exodus 33:14)God is always a step ahead, even when life makes us feel like we are behind, He is planning for us ahead. Support the show2021-07-1929 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchRemove Your SeatbeltGod is doing something new. The way we did things before were comfortable and safe- but they will no longer work. Now is the time to take off your seat belt and let God lead us.Support the show2021-07-1131 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWhere Are You Going?During this pandemic, we have come to realize that its near impossible to take control of our lives. Why? Because the destination is unknown. Are you done driving? The time has come to be led!Support the show2021-07-0431 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchA More Perfect Union"Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity" (Colossians 3:14 ).A more perfect union, what does that mean? If it is already perfect, how can it be more perfect? The ideals are perfect, but the execution of those ideals depend on a unified approach to today's challenges.  Now is the time to make our church union, our fellowship, more perfect. Support the show2021-06-2715 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchUnity of the SpiritOne Lord, One faith, One baptism, One God and Father over all. Being apart from each other, has caused us to come to an understanding of how much we need each other.  We must cultivate a spirit of unity within the church.Support the show2021-06-2015 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchAll For OneThe kind of unity Jesus talks about is not the same as conforming or complying with what someone else wants you to do. Unity is actually about being “joined” together which goes way deeper than our own behaviour. Jesus is talking about being one with him the way he is one with God.  Support the show2021-06-1312 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchTerms and Conditions ApplyThe terms and conditions that Jesus has for us are that you will find joy, peace and love if you make the choice to go after Him and surround yourself with his people.Support the show2021-06-0611 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchUnlock The Mystery Pt. 2Christ in you is a jewel. When your natural life is in the context of being “in Christ”, it is a jewel in a perfectly designed setting. The twin mystery of Christ in you and you in Christ are the distinguishing marks of a true believer. Support the show2021-05-3011 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchUnlock The MysterySince Jesus said “I am the Way the Truth and the Life” We could think of the Lamb’s Book of Life as the “Book of Christ”. You are in the book when you are “In Christ”. When you are in Christ, Christ is in you as your “eternal life”. Support the show2021-05-2308 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchMore than EnoughJehovah Jireh, my provider- you are more than enough. From salvation and forgiveness to our earthly needs, God always provides - He is always enough. We are also enough in of ourselves to receive God’s love and acceptance, not because of anything we have done to earn it but because it is His promise and His character.Support the show2021-05-1613 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchNurturing HopeYou are loved with an everlasting love that will never fail. Jesus' arms are always open to receive you, JUST as you are.  Run with all your might into His open NURTURING arms. Support the show2021-05-0915 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchTrust Issues Pt. 2Lamenting is more than  just venting our emotions and expressing our grief. It’s actually a powerful spiritual practice that builds our trust in God. At a time like now, the practice of lament has so many benefits for our emotional and spiritual health. Support the show2021-05-0216 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchTrust IssuesHave you had that “I just don’t know what to do or think” feeling lately? The truth is that God always has a plan even when you can’t see it and even when you can’t understand what is going on around you. Support the show2021-04-2510 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchCan I Get a Witness?When you experience Jesus, you experience His forgiveness and His overflowing grace.   It not just a mere belief, or a creed, You EXPERIENCE HIM!   Yes, you are a WITNESS!!Support the show2021-04-1819 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchIt's Who You KnowWe’ve all heard the saying “it’s not what you know, it’s WHO you know. Regardless of the circumstances, when we are in relationship with Jesus, our perspective of the world changes.Support the show2021-04-1110 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchRaised Up!Happy Resurrection Sunday! He is Risen! The tomb is empty! Jesus is alive! Our lives have been raised up to purposeful living and fruitful accomplishments. That is just an aspect of the newness of life in Christ. Support the show2021-04-0410 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Common Ground We are all in this together! The unity of believers is essential for spreading the good news message.Support the show2021-03-2928 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchSuddenlyLife happens suddenly. Quite often, the things that are the most significant in our lives happen suddenly. How do we approach the outcomes of these sudden moments alongside of Christ? Support the show2021-03-2134 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchIt's Called GratitudeDuring the last year, it has not been easy to express gratitude. We must learn however, to be content no matter the circumstances.Support the show2021-03-1524 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchGet Out of The WayMake way for the King! We to set aside our agendas to hear and see what Jesus is doing. Support the show2021-03-0827 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchBut GodLife is hard! Paul reminds us in Romans 8 that that the challenges we face are less than nothing compared to the magnitude of glory that is about to be unveiled within us through Jesus.Support the show2021-03-0128 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchGet ReadyReady or not, Jesus promises to come to us, before He comes again. (John 14:18-21)Support the show2021-02-2237 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchDon't Curb Your EnthusiasmDon’t curb your enthusiasm! Never be lacking in zeal! Now, more than ever we need the spirit of Christ IN us to revive our souls and bring us into unsurpassed joy!Support the show2021-02-1411 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchCome Out of Your ShellWhen growing in Christ, we enlarge the place of our tent, and increase in our fruitfulness! Support the show2021-02-0713 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchBlessed or Stressed?Feeling stressed? Root yourself into Jesus’ endless stream of blessings. Support the show2021-01-3111 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchTake the FreewayWill it be our way or the highway? We have to make a deliberate choice to take the way God has provided, in spite of our natural inclination to go our own way. Support the show2021-01-2409 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchTrust But VerifyIt’s true that trust is earned. In times of difficulty God will verify His faithfulness to you, if you let Him! Support the show2021-01-1712 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWhat Are You Known For?Let us be people that display the character and vision of Christ.Support the show2021-01-1019 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchShine BrightThe light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. We can shine bright because of the light that lives within us!Support the show2021-01-0309 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchGo the Other WayLook to Jesus who is the way, then let Him show you the way and then go on the way so that you can Be the Way!Support the show2020-12-2708 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchHope Is HereThis Christmas season, we have to acknowledge that hope is the reason for the season- Jesus Christ, our living hope.Support the show2020-12-2025 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchGod With UsGod will never leave us or forsake us. Although we might feel alone, God is always with us. Support the show2020-12-1330 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchI'm Bored Already"...For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also".2020 has shown us that a lot of what we treasure has lost is lustre. We have become bored with what we have. We can however, receive a treasure that never will never fail or wear out.Support the show2020-12-0632 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchIs This Really Freedom?As a member of our church leadership and National Sozo Facilitator,  Susan Rashotte has a message that will encourage us to pursue true freedom in Christ. Support the show2020-11-2924 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWake Up!Ephesians 5:14 “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you”. Support the show2020-11-2231 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchIt's Not About YouAnd this is the name by which he will be called: ‘The Lord is our righteousness.’ (Jeremiah 23:6) It's not what you can bring to the table, but what HE can give to you freely.Support the show2020-11-1627 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Lord Is ThereEzekiel 48:35 "... and the name of the city from that day shall be, 'The LORD is there". God is always moving and working in our situations. Let it be written over us and His church that "THE LORD IS THERE"!Support the show2020-11-0822 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Once and For All SacrificeSin means we live in an atmosphere and a predisposition to a  “conflict of wills”. What we experience in life is the outcome of which "opposing will" wins.Support the show2020-11-0136 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLord Have MercyPsalm 59; The god of my mercy. Mercy before me, mercy following me. We are surrounded by His mercy.Support the show2020-10-2524 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchA Matter of Life and DeathEphesians 2:1-6. We are alive unto God and dead unto sin. Support the show2020-10-1828 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWait For It...What does it means to WAIT on the Lord? Psalm 27:14 “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord”. Support the show2020-10-1123 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchFeel Sorry For MeWe have to lift ourselves out of discouragement by remembering that we are all in this together, and many of us are suffering the same trials. BUT God is ALWAYS with us and He will see us through every difficulty. Support the show2020-10-0424 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchTurn It Down PleaseCan you hear the still small voice of God within the noise of everyday life today? Let's be intentional about setting aside time to listen.Support the show2020-09-2829 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Inside TruthJohn 8:32 “And you will know the truth and the truth will make free”. In this age, believers must be able to discern fact from fiction.Support the show2020-09-2046 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe New DealA good gift  reminds us of the effort and sacrifice made in order for it to be given as a gift. No gift can out measure the gravity, importance, and the sacrifice of Jesus’ death on the cross.Support the show2020-09-1418 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchChange The Ending Ch. 2(2 Timothy 1:7) For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. In this very unique time are called to live a life that demonstrates that we are not going to submit to fear.Support the show2020-09-0625 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchChange The Ending“You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” ― CS Lewis. Fear does not define this year, Jesus offers us an alternative conclusion. Support the show2020-08-3128 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchSignposts to DiscipleshipIt is our mandate to “Go and make disciples”!Support the show2020-08-2441 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWhat's My Name?God calls your name, follow him (John 10:3)Support the show2020-08-1732 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchPeople of the FrontierMessage for Aug. 9th 2020Support the show2020-08-0935 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchYou've Never Been on This Road BeforeToday we have to remain fixed on Jesus when the path forward is new and unknown.Support the show2020-08-0227 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchTo Boldly GoGod is calling us into a new frontier. We are forerunners to the new world we are living in. Will you step forward boldly?Support the show2020-07-2628 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchNew FrontierPastor John shares a very powerful message about the New Frontier, and encourages us that it’s time to become authentic “believing believers” who speak the truth in love and serve the hurting world.Support the show2020-07-2031 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Great EqualizerPastor Janet speaks on equality in a time where we all face the same struggle.Support the show2020-07-1228 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchBack Not BackwardsFrom normal to new normal, God is calling us back but not to what we were, but to move forward in this perfect plan and will.Support the show2020-07-0521 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Moment of TruthHi everyone, here's Pastor John's message from yesterday's service encouraging us to seize the season were are in, and proclaim the Gospel even louder! It was great to be together again in person and online. Love you all and we'll see you again next week.Support the show2020-06-2826 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLoveGood morning everyone and Happy Father's Day! Here is Pastor Janet Kristensen's message on the unrelenting love of Father God. We pray you have a blessed day and week. Much love 💚Support the show2020-06-2120 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe End of HateHere is Pastor Joel's important message addressing race and racism, and how the church can be an agent of change and a hope to the world. We invite you to watch prayerfully and with empathy for those sharing their voices. Love you all!Support the show2020-06-1421 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Power of OneHistoric things are taking place right now in front of the eyes of the entire world. We need totry to understand our times and know what to do as believers. That means we need to know what God is doing. Can we find a common theme in these events affecting the entire globe?Support the show2020-06-0711 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWhat's Next?A message/ conversation from the Elim Pastoral team about What's Next! We pray you'll be blessed and receive insights from this conversation. Love and blessings.Support the show2020-06-0120 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLoyaltyNow more than ever, we need to confirm our commitment to Jesus and be loyal to His leading, as only HE is the creator and author of our salvation.Support the show2020-05-2416 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchI'm Still StandingFaith is vital for crisis management. It builds and maintains resilience in stressful and uncertain times.Support the show2020-05-1813 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLegacy Series: Apostolic Distinctives- Part 3A series by Pastor David Morris from a Canadian Apostolic Convention in 1990 on what makes the people of the Apostolic Church different. Part 3 of 7.Support the show2020-05-1346 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Power of Influencethe power of influence given by the grace of God. Support the show2020-05-1009 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWe Are All In This Together (Alone)This time of isolation has given us the unique opportunity to examine ourselves. What has God been showing you?Support the show2020-05-0413 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLegacyHere's Pastor Janet Kristensen's message for today entitled "Legacy". We pray it will encourage you, and give you confidence in the great heritage we have in Christ. Support the show2020-04-2816 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchFinding FaithHere is Pastor John Kristensen's message entitled "Finding Faith". We pray that you will find, and be filled with faith as we navigate this uncertain time. Support the show2020-04-1915 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLegacy Series: Apostolic Distinctives- Part 2A series by Pastor David Morris from a Canadian Apostolic Convention in 1990 on what makes the people of the Apostolic Church different. Part 2 of 7.Support the show2020-04-1647 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchEmpty RoomsChrist is risen!  We pray that you will embrace the power of Christ's resurrection and know that He is ALIVE and working all things out. Support the show2020-04-1211 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchLegacy Series: Apostolic Distinctives- Part 1A series by Pastor David Morris from a Canadian Apostolic Convention in 1990 on what makes the people of the Apostolic Church different. Part 1 of 7.Support the show2020-04-0844 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchSaving the Best for LastGod always saves the best for last. Our hope lies in the fact that God is in control- Let's see what He is going to do.Support the show2020-04-0513 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe UprisingCHURCH is where we are! We are together in spirit, and ONLINE! This is a message about active faith and the peace of God within us.Support the show2020-03-2911 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchPeace and UnderstandingOur first message delivered entirely online! We hope it encourages you, and that you find true peace that comes only from trusting the Prince of Peace. Support the show2020-03-2213 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Wall2 Timothy 1:7 Amplified Bible (AMP)7 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control].Now more than ever, we need to rely on the spirit that God has given us.Support the show2020-03-1533 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchI'm at a LossYou have nothing to lose and everything to gain in the Kingdom of God.Support the show2020-03-0841 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchI've Gotten Used To It“Familiar”, “predictable”, “comfortable”, “formulaic”... all words that DO NOT describe our relationship with Christ and others. Support the show2020-03-0137 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchI Thought I Knew YouWe all have a funny way of becoming familiar in of our relationships. What happens when we approach God in the same way?Support the show2020-02-2328 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchStay Connected“...let us hold firmly to the faith we profess.” Hebrews 4:14.Support the show2020-02-1752 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Power of EncouragementWe cannot neglect the power of the words we speak. As Christians, we are called to encourage one another in love.Support the show2020-02-0933 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWhat's In Your House?Elisha asked her,"What do you have in your house?" (2 Kings 4:2). "Nothing except a small jar of olive oil," she replied.Support the show2020-01-2636 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchClarity of PurposeClarity is trust and Trust is clarity. When you find yourself in His purpose, you find the most fulfilling life you can have. The more you rely on Him the clearer the picture of your purpose becomes.Support the show2020-01-1931 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchClarity of ThoughtGod’s voice is steady and unwavering. But we have to quiet ourselves to hear it. Too often, we give in to the crackling, grace-robbing intensity of the static around and within us but we have the power to tune into another channel.Support the show2020-01-0533 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchFinding HopeGod sees you in a different light. He does not see your imperfections, He sees the end product.Support the show2019-12-3045 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchGod With UsThe story of Christmas is that God became flesh. God with usSupport the show2019-12-2227 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchSoulmates"I found the one whom my soul loves"Support the show2019-12-1542 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchThe Power of God In You"Christ in you, the hope of Glory", "The same spirit that raised Christ from the dead, dwells in you". How can we even begin to understand the power found in these scriptures?Support the show2019-12-1034 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchPower Up: The Power of Showing UpShowing up means that we are disciplined to do something, we know the reason why we do something and most importantly we understand the value in what we are doing. There is a value in showing up. We are in this together! Support the show2019-12-0136 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchPower Up: Rest for the RestlessHow is it that so many of us feel so so tired, so weary, and so stressed all the time?Why is it that we are so robbed of our joy today? This is not the way God designed us to live. Let's find the power of God's peace.Support the show2019-11-2432 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchPower Up: Forgiveness in a Culture of OffenceHave you noticed how everyone always seems so offended all the time. The power of forgiveness sets us apart.Support the show2019-11-1835 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchPower Up: Truth in a Truthless WorldToday, truth is continually being eroded and diluted. We are able to draw meaning, purpose and absolute truth through the good news of Jesus.Support the show2019-11-1140 minElim City ChurchElim City ChurchWaiting on God - Sue RashotteGod's timing is not our own. That can sometimes make things difficult, but father knows best.Support the show2019-10-2746 min