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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 17, 2025

The Better Life (Ecclesiastes 9:11-12:8)

Ecclesiastes: A Life Worth Living
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If everyone dies anyway, does the way you live actually matter? The preacher of Ecclesiastes would give a resounding "YES" to that question. In today's passage he heartily claims that living a life of wisdom is infinitely better than living a life of indulgence and foolishness. Thankfully, there's a way to always have wisdom at hand.

Scripture References: Ecclesiastes 9:11-18, Ecclesiastes 10:1-20, Ecclesiastes 11:1-10, Ecclesiastes 12:1-8, Ephesians 5:6-10, Ephesians 5:15-17, Luke 9:23-27, James 4:13-17, James 5:1-8, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Related Topics: adversity, Christian Living, Control, Evil, Joyful Life, Life with Jesus, Motivations, Motives, Obedience, Old Testament, Peace, Right Living, Righteousness, Sin, Sin, Wisdom | 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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March 22, 2020
Do You Know How God Uniquely Made You?

Andy Abramson

Ephesians 2:1-10

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March 15, 2020
What About Fear

Ken Abramson

Psalm 27:1-5

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March 8, 2020
What Does it Mean To Walk By Faith

Ken Abramson

1 Peter 1:20-21

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March 1, 2020
At War With The Flesh

Ken Abramson

Galations 5:16-18, James 4:1-2, 5-10

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What about that
February 23, 2020
What about that "S" word?

Ken Abramson

1 John 1:8-10

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February 16, 2020
What??...Baggage??

Ken Abramson

Hebrews 12:1-2

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February 9, 2020
The Foundation Question

Ken Abramson

John 14:7, Psalm 27:4-6, Psalm 84:1-12, John 17:24

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February 2, 2020
The Power of the Holy Spirit

Phill Hall

1 Corinthians 3:16

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January 26, 2020
The Power of Jesus

Steve Wick

John 15:1-11

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January 19, 2020
The Power of Prayer

Steve Tomberlin

1 Timothy 2:1-6

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Micah Labovitch - August 17, 2025

The Better Life (Ecclesiastes 9:11-12:8)

Ecclesiastes: A Life Worth Living
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If everyone dies anyway, does the way you live actually matter? The preacher of Ecclesiastes would give a resounding "YES" to that question. In today's passage he heartily claims that living a life of wisdom is infinitely better than living a life of indulgence and foolishness. Thankfully, there's a way to always have wisdom at hand.

Scripture References: Ecclesiastes 9:11-18, Ecclesiastes 10:1-20, Ecclesiastes 11:1-10, Ecclesiastes 12:1-8, Ephesians 5:6-10, Ephesians 5:15-17, Luke 9:23-27, James 4:13-17, James 5:1-8, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Related Topics: adversity, Christian Living, Control, Evil, Joyful Life, Life with Jesus, Motivations, Motives, Obedience, Old Testament, Peace, Right Living, Righteousness, Sin, Sin, Wisdom | 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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October 5, 2025
Devoted Witnesses (Acts 2:41-47)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 2:41-47

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October 12, 2025
Rising Witnesses (Acts 3:1-4:4)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 3:1-26, Acts 4:1-4

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October 19, 2025
Courage in Court (Acts 4:5-22_

Dexter Cogburn

Acts 4:5-22

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October 26, 2025
People of Purpose (Acts 4:23-37)

Dexter Cogburn

Acts 4:23-27

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November 2, 2025
Fearful Witnesses (Acts 5:1-16)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 5:1-16

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November 9, 2025
Convicted Witness (Acts 5:17-42)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 5:17-42

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November 16, 2025
Appointed Witnesses (Acts 6:1-15)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 6:1-15

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November 23, 2025
Confronting Witnesses (Acts 7:1-8:3)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 7:1-60, Acts 8:1-3

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November 30, 2025
The Gift of Repentance (Acts 8:4-25)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 8:4-25

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December 7, 2025
The Gift of the Gospel (Acts 8:26-40)

Micah Labovitch

Acts 8:26-40

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