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While history has traditionally seen Acts simply as stories about the Apostles – we now see the book is so much more. It is certainly an account of the eleven disciples after Jesus is raised from the dead, but even more so, it is an account of the early Christians: an account of the Holy spirit, an account of the early church, and most significantly, the account of the continued work of Jesus Christ and God Himself, bringing His living witness to the ends of the Earth through His people. So, come join us this year as we  explore how the Gospel of Christ first changed the world, and as we ourselves learn what it means to let that same gospel change our lives and our world, even today.

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Micah Labovitch - August 3, 2025

The Surrendered Life (Ecclesiastes 8)

Ecclesiastes: A Life Worth Living
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Today we grapple with the idea that we, as humans, have no power, no control, and no knowledge over anything. We think we do, but history and the Bible shows us that we don't at all. Thankfully we don't have to know things or have power or control because we can trust in the One who does.

Scripture References: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17, Romans 13:1-5, Ephesians 6:10

Related Topics: adversity, Being Christian, Christian Living, Control, Dependance on God, Evil, Expectations, God's Goodness, God's Providence, God's Love, God's Will, Joyful Life, Knowing God, Knowing God, Peace, Purpose, Trust | More Messages from Micah Labovitch | Download Audio

From Series: "Ecclesiastes: A Life Worth Living"

Ecclesiastes starts with the words, “Meaningless! Meaningless!” to describe humanity’s life here on Earth. While we are not able to control everything in our lives nor fully grasp God’s plan, we are called to rely on the one who can. Ecclesiastes invites us to live with open hands and faithful hearts, finding joy not in what we control, but in who we know: a good, purposeful, loving and eternal God. Join us on June 8th as the Bible teaches us about A Life Worth Living!

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The Entourage - How Angels Proclaim the Glory of Jesus Image
December 18, 2022
The Entourage - How Angels Proclaim the Glory of Jesus

Micah Labovitch

Luke 2:8-14

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The Attendees - How the Shepherds Typify the Person of Jesus Image
December 11, 2022
The Attendees - How the Shepherds Typify the Person of Jesus

Micah Labovitch

Luke 2:8-20

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The Venue - Bethlehem Image
December 4, 2022
The Venue - Bethlehem

Matt Grose

Luke 1:26-38

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The Announcement - How Prophecy Points to Jesus Image
November 27, 2022
The Announcement - How Prophecy Points to Jesus

Micah Labovitch

Luke 1:64-80

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A Leader of the Covenant Between God and Man Image
November 20, 2022
A Leader of the Covenant Between God and Man

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 10:1-44

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A Leader Who Stands in the Gap Before God & Man Image
November 13, 2022
A Leader Who Stands in the Gap Before God & Man

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 9:1-15

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A Leader, Courageous and Humble from God's Hand Image
November 6, 2022
A Leader, Courageous and Humble from God's Hand

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 7:27-28, Ezra 8:1-36

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A Leader, Trusted by Men, Loved by God Image
October 30, 2022
A Leader, Trusted by Men, Loved by God

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 7:11-28

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A Leader Under the Good Hand of God Image
October 23, 2022
A Leader Under the Good Hand of God

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 7:1-10

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October 16, 2022
What Does God Restore?

Dan Carlson

John 21:15-19

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Micah Labovitch - August 3, 2025

The Surrendered Life (Ecclesiastes 8)

Ecclesiastes: A Life Worth Living
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Today we grapple with the idea that we, as humans, have no power, no control, and no knowledge over anything. We think we do, but history and the Bible shows us that we don't at all. Thankfully we don't have to know things or have power or control because we can trust in the One who does.

Scripture References: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17, Romans 13:1-5, Ephesians 6:10

Related Topics: adversity, Being Christian, Christian Living, Control, Dependance on God, Evil, Expectations, God's Goodness, God's Providence, God's Love, God's Will, Joyful Life, Knowing God, Knowing God, Peace, Purpose, Trust | More Messages from Micah Labovitch | Download Audio

From Series: "Ecclesiastes: A Life Worth Living"

Ecclesiastes starts with the words, “Meaningless! Meaningless!” to describe humanity’s life here on Earth. While we are not able to control everything in our lives nor fully grasp God’s plan, we are called to rely on the one who can. Ecclesiastes invites us to live with open hands and faithful hearts, finding joy not in what we control, but in who we know: a good, purposeful, loving and eternal God. Join us on June 8th as the Bible teaches us about A Life Worth Living!

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A Leader Under the Good Hand of God Image
October 23, 2022
A Leader Under the Good Hand of God

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 7:1-10

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A Leader, Trusted by Men, Loved by God Image
October 30, 2022
A Leader, Trusted by Men, Loved by God

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 7:11-28

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A Leader, Courageous and Humble from God's Hand Image
November 6, 2022
A Leader, Courageous and Humble from God's Hand

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 7:27-28, Ezra 8:1-36

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A Leader Who Stands in the Gap Before God & Man Image
November 13, 2022
A Leader Who Stands in the Gap Before God & Man

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 9:1-15

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A Leader of the Covenant Between God and Man Image
November 20, 2022
A Leader of the Covenant Between God and Man

Micah Labovitch

Ezra 10:1-44

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The Announcement - How Prophecy Points to Jesus Image
November 27, 2022
The Announcement - How Prophecy Points to Jesus

Micah Labovitch

Luke 1:64-80

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The Venue - Bethlehem Image
December 4, 2022
The Venue - Bethlehem

Matt Grose

Luke 1:26-38

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The Attendees - How the Shepherds Typify the Person of Jesus Image
December 11, 2022
The Attendees - How the Shepherds Typify the Person of Jesus

Micah Labovitch

Luke 2:8-20

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The Entourage - How Angels Proclaim the Glory of Jesus Image
December 18, 2022
The Entourage - How Angels Proclaim the Glory of Jesus

Micah Labovitch

Luke 2:8-14

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December 24, 2022
Christmas Eve - The Arrival

Micah Labovitch

Matthew 1:18-25

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