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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

From Series: Ecclesiastes: A Life Worth Living | 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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August 17, 2025
The Better Life (Ecclesiastes 9:11-12:8)

Micah Labovitch

Ecclesiastes 9:11-18, Ecclesiastes 10:1-20, Ecclesiastes 11:1-10, Ecclesiastes 12:1-8

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August 3, 2025
The Surrendered Life (Ecclesiastes 8)

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Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

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July 20, 2025
The Satisfied Life (Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:12)

Micah Labovitch

Ecclesiastes 5:8-20, Ecclesiastes 6:1-12

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June 22, 2025
The Experimental Life (Ecclesiastes 1:12-2:26)

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Ecclesiastes 1:12-18, Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

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January 26, 2025
YHWH Gives Life

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Exodus 17:1-7, 1 Corinthians 10:1-6

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October 6, 2024
YHWH's Hidden Deliverance

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Exodus 2:11-25

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June 9, 2024
Saved and Beloved Together

Micah Labovitch

Colossians 3:12-15, Romans 2:1-11, Romans 1:16-32

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January 21, 2024
King Jesus on Love & Responsibility

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Matthew 21:33-46, Matthew 22:1-14

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October 1, 2023
Behold and Listen to the Faithful King

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Matthew 19:1-15

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King Jesus Challenges Our Drive

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Matthew 16:21-28

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Ken Abramson - December 22, 2019

A Want or a Need?

A Want or a Need?
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Before the angel visited Mary to tell her about being the mom of Jesus, what do you think she was wanting for her life? It probably didn't include getting pregnant before being married. However, Mary's response was acceptance to God's will for her life. We can learn a lot from Mary's attitude toward what God wanted for her life and her open-handed response to Him.

Scripture References: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 6:31-32

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February 23, 2020
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1 John 1:8-10

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March 1, 2020
At War With The Flesh

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

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March 15, 2020
What About Fear

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Psalm 27:1-5

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July 30, 2023
Kingdom Opponents to King Jesus

Micah Labovitch

Matthew 13:53-58, Matthew 14:1-12

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September 3, 2023
King Jesus Challenges Our Drive

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Matthew 16:21-28

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October 1, 2023
Behold and Listen to the Faithful King

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Matthew 19:1-15

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January 21, 2024
King Jesus on Love & Responsibility

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Matthew 21:33-46, Matthew 22:1-14

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June 9, 2024
Saved and Beloved Together

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Colossians 3:12-15, Romans 2:1-11, Romans 1:16-32

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October 6, 2024
YHWH's Hidden Deliverance

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Exodus 2:11-25

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January 26, 2025
YHWH Gives Life

Micah Labovitch

Exodus 17:1-7, 1 Corinthians 10:1-6

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