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Hope Part 2 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

LWCCApr 28, 2024

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Hope Part 2 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

Hope Part 2 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

We wind up the REACH series today with Hope Part 2. We'll find out how you obtain this living hope and how to know it's active and functioning in your life.

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Apr 28, 202438:49
Hope Part 1 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

Hope Part 1 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

REACH stands for Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope. Today we're starting to look at the kind of hope God gives us as believers in Christ, and the kind of hope we want to share with those who don't yet know Him.

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Apr 21, 202421:56
Commumicate - In the Series, "R.E.A.C.H."

Commumicate - In the Series, "R.E.A.C.H."

Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Sunday, April 14th, 2024. This is part of the REACH series. REACH stands for "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope."

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Apr 15, 202436:14
Easter - Luke 24 - Death doesn't get the last word!

Easter - Luke 24 - Death doesn't get the last word!

Easter Sunday, March 31st, 2024 at Living Water Community Church. Speaker, Pastor Clark Cothern.

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Mar 31, 202431:38
Palm Sunday - March 24, 2024

Palm Sunday - March 24, 2024

When God accomplishes his purpose, it's never easy, but it's always SO worth it!

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Mar 25, 202450:30
Everyone Part 2 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

Everyone Part 2 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

We continue looking at Acts 10 and the highly unusual incident when God called Simon Peter and Cornelius together to compare notes. That event signaled a spread of the gospel to every nation, tribe and language. It showed that there is no people group less deserving than any other people group to receive the gospel of Jesus.

Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI on March 17th, 2024.

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Mar 17, 202441:52
Everyone Part 1 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

Everyone Part 1 - In the series, "Recognize Everyone And Communicate Hope"

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Mar 10, 202440:12
Recognize - In the Series, "R.E.A.C.H."

Recognize - In the Series, "R.E.A.C.H."

Our vision is summed up in this word: REACH.

Today we'll look at how Jesus recognized people, so we can learn to see them as Jesus sees them.

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Mar 06, 202442:46
Confidence - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

Confidence - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

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Feb 19, 202432:36
Resilience - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

Resilience - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

Here is one more quality seen in successful Kingdom citizens, Jesus included. How can we, as believers in Jesus, develop this quality? We'll explore that question today.

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Feb 12, 202431:57
Holiness - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

Holiness - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

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Feb 07, 202433:41
Prayer - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

Prayer - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

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Jan 31, 202429:37
Serving - in the series, Freedom from "Success" - Living Water

Serving - in the series, Freedom from "Success" - Living Water

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Jan 22, 202432:31
Loving - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

Loving - in the series, Freedom from "Success"

Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, January 7, 2024.

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Jan 08, 202432:31
Faithfulness - In the series, Freedom from "Success"

Faithfulness - In the series, Freedom from "Success"

What does God think about success? What is his standard for measuring success? We'll discover in this series that His standard for measurement is very different from the messages we get from the world. And when we "get it" and get Him, we are liberated!

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Jan 03, 202432:52
But what does it mean? - Christmas Eve Service, 2023

But what does it mean? - Christmas Eve Service, 2023

If you don't have the backstory, some stories don't make much sense. We'll look at one story that helps us see the meaning to the Christmas story we're familiar with.

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Dec 25, 202328:23
The Paradox of the Virgin Birth

The Paradox of the Virgin Birth

It seems impossible from our human perspective. We'll see why it's entirely possible for us to trust in this unique event related to the incarnation of God and why it's so important to us as believers. This was preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, December 3rd, 2023.

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Dec 04, 202323:42
Strength through Weakness - Paradoxical Pursuits

Strength through Weakness - Paradoxical Pursuits

Another seemingly paradoxical teaching from Jesus.

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Nov 21, 202335:60
Losing to Find - Paradoxical Pursuits

Losing to Find - Paradoxical Pursuits

Here's another paradoxical principle. Jesus' parable about a man who finds a pearl of unsurpassed value helps us understand what it is we have to gain as we see what we need to lose when it comes to God's Kingdom.

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Nov 14, 202331:46
Surrender to be Free - Paradoxical Pursuits

Surrender to be Free - Paradoxical Pursuits

Jesus taught what appear to be paradoxical principles, but he did so on purpose, so we would be intrigued enough to dig in and find out what he meant and how his teaching leads us to become truly free as citizens of His spiritual Kingdom. This first principle, "Surrender to be Free," kicks off this series called Paradoxical Pursuits.

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Nov 14, 202331:40
When to say "I quit!"

When to say "I quit!"

Sometimes we need to say, "I quit," and this message helps us see how we can tell when to quit and what to quit, in order to put life back into our life.

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Oct 10, 202336:24
Learning how to say no

Learning how to say no

It's hard to say no sometimes, isn't it? Knowing our purpose helps us say no much more easily. Find out how to sharpen your "no" skills.

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Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on October 1st, 2023.

Oct 03, 202338:22
Changing how you deal with difficult people (Part 2)

Changing how you deal with difficult people (Part 2)

In the last message (Sept. 17, 2023) we started providing five steps you can take to exercise God's wisdom as you deal with the "crazy makers" in your life. Today we'll tackle the final three steps.

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Sep 25, 202337:06
Changing how you deal with difficult people (Part 1)

Changing how you deal with difficult people (Part 1)

You've probably dealt with a difficult person, haven't you? Maybe you're dealing with one right now! This message, and the next one in this series, provides some practical steps we can take to exercise God's wisdom as we deal with the "crazy makers" in our lives.

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Sep 25, 202332:10
Change destructive habits

Change destructive habits

Romans 7 tells us how we feel when we continually fall short and can't figure out why we keep doing things we know aren't good for us. Romans 8 gives us the antidote. It all has to do with our nature, and for the one who trusts Christ, we have a power within us, greater than our will power, who changes our nature.

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Sep 11, 202342:12
When God changes your plans

When God changes your plans

How can we change how we respond to change? What Biblical teachings help us develop a redemptive attitude toward dealing with difficult changes? This message helps us do just that. Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sept. 3, 2023.

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Sep 05, 202332:25
Change your mind and change your life

Change your mind and change your life

Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on August 27th, 2023.

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Aug 27, 202330:54
Change always starts with choice.

Change always starts with choice.

We're starting a new series titled: Time for a Change. This teaching shows that change always starts with choice, and the most important choice we can make is the one to allow God to change the way we think. Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Sunday, August 20, 2023.

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Aug 20, 202342:08
Criticism - Love to give it, hard to receive it

Criticism - Love to give it, hard to receive it

We're flipping the script on the series, "Love to get it, hard to give it," with this look at overcoming a chronic critical spirit (attitude). Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, Michigan, on August 6th, 2023, by Pastor Clark Cothern.

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Aug 07, 202336:18
Love - Love to get it, hard to give it

Love - Love to get it, hard to give it

How can we learn to love others like Jesus loved people, and like how he loves us?

Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, Michigan, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, July 30, 2023.

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Jul 31, 202333:32
Friendship, Part 2 - Love to get it, hard to give it

Friendship, Part 2 - Love to get it, hard to give it

The second half of the look at friendship as something we love to get but find hard to give sometimes. Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, July 23rd, 2023.

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Jul 26, 202340:34
Friendship, Part 1 - Love to get it, hard to give it

Friendship, Part 1 - Love to get it, hard to give it

Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, July 16th, 2023.

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Jul 17, 202339:49
Encouragement - Love to get it, hard to give it

Encouragement - Love to get it, hard to give it

Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on July 9, 2023 by Pastor Clark Cothern.

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Jul 09, 202333:17
Respect - Love to get it, hard to give it

Respect - Love to get it, hard to give it

Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on July 2, 2023.

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Jul 03, 202315:10
Cristi and Amy Share Romanian Ministry - June 25, 2023 - Living Water

Cristi and Amy Share Romanian Ministry - June 25, 2023 - Living Water

Cristi and Amy serve in Bucharest Romania, in a local church, in cooperative ministries with other churches, including ministry to Ukrainian refugees. They shared stories about how God is at work in Romania with Living Water Community Church, on Sunday, June 25, 2023.

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Jun 26, 202301:02:49
Generosity - Love to get it, hard to give it

Generosity - Love to get it, hard to give it

Here's another attribute that we love to get but find hard to give. It was preached on Father's Day, June 18, 2023, by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI.

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Jun 19, 202338:52
Forgiveness - Love to get it, hard to give it

Forgiveness - Love to get it, hard to give it

Here's something else we find easy to get but it's tough to give. We'll look at forgiveness with help from the Apostle Paul. This message was preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, June 4th, 2023.

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Jun 05, 202335:26
Faithfulness - Love to get it, hard to give it

Faithfulness - Love to get it, hard to give it

This is part of the series, "Love to get it, hard to give it," about things God wants to develop in his children. This was preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, May 28, 2023.

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May 28, 202340:60
Gentleness - Love to get it, hard to give it

Gentleness - Love to get it, hard to give it

Jesus said that those who are gentle will inherit the earth. What does he mean by that and how in the world is gentleness a powerful weapon? Preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, May 21, 2023.

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May 22, 202337:16
How to Honor Your Mom on Mother's Day

How to Honor Your Mom on Mother's Day

Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Sunday, May 14th, 2023.

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May 19, 202339:06
Once I Was Blind - Mark 10:46-52

Once I Was Blind - Mark 10:46-52

You are likely aware of the term, "Echo Chamber," as it relates to social media and those who listen only to people who agree with them. That's not a new phenomenon, believe it or not! We will see in Mark's gospel how the disciples were influenced by their own version of an echo chamber. And we'll see how Jesus makes it possible for all of us (as his current disciples) to get rid of our blind spots and see more clearly what the Kingdom of God is really about. Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church on Sunday, May 7th, 2023.

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May 08, 202338:06
Repentance (Mark Elwell) - and a report from Steve and Stephanie from their mission trip to serve Ukrainian Refugees

Repentance (Mark Elwell) - and a report from Steve and Stephanie from their mission trip to serve Ukrainian Refugees

Steve and Stephanie share experiences from a recent trip to Romania where they helped serve and encourage fellow believers who have been caring for Ukrainian refugees. That report is followed by Mark Elwell's message about a biblical view of the word "repentance." April 30, 2023.

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May 08, 202355:11
Losing and Gaining - Mark 10-26-31

Losing and Gaining - Mark 10-26-31

Jesus makes a huge promise to those who give up a lot to follow him. We'll see how this works.

Preached on April 23rd, 2023 at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern.

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May 08, 202338:29
When greed robs you of Jesus - Mark 10:17-27

When greed robs you of Jesus - Mark 10:17-27

We'll explore the motives of a man who had great wealth and was unwilling to follow Jesus because he didn't understand what Jesus expected of those who would be citizens in the Kingdom of God. Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Sunday, April 16th, 2023.

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Apr 17, 202333:19
The Why of Easter - Matthew 28:1-10; Mark 10:45

The Why of Easter - Matthew 28:1-10; Mark 10:45

We'll look beyond the fact that Jesus was crucified and we'll see why it was so important and why it still changes people today. Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023.

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Apr 09, 202336:48
Not just a hero, but a king - Palm Sunday

Not just a hero, but a king - Palm Sunday

Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Sunday, April 2nd, 2023.

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Apr 06, 202331:16
Become like a child - Mark 10:13-16

Become like a child - Mark 10:13-16

Jesus provides another clue about the Kingdom he came to introduce and how we become connected to it. Mark 10:13-16. Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Sunday, March 26th, 2023.

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Apr 06, 202333:35
Jesus' radical teaching about divorce - Mark 10:1-12

Jesus' radical teaching about divorce - Mark 10:1-12

Preached by Pastor Clark Cothern at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, on Sunday, March 19, 2023.

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Mar 21, 202337:31
Jesus was a fire and brimstone preacher - Mark 9:49-50

Jesus was a fire and brimstone preacher - Mark 9:49-50

We've looked at what Jesus says about Gehenna, or a place used as an example of the ongoing torment for those who reject Christ, and now we'll see what Jesus means by his use of the word salt. He uses it in several different ways and they all point to the refining process God offers to those who accept him, since he will "salt us with trials," that refine and equip us to be flavorful in our world. This message was preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, March 12, 2023.

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Mar 18, 202334:20
How can God be loving if there is a hell? - Mark 9:42-48

How can God be loving if there is a hell? - Mark 9:42-48

Tough question. Hope-filled answers. This was preached at Living Water Community Church, Ypsilanti, MI, by Pastor Clark Cothern on Sunday, Mark 5th, 2023. 

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Mar 06, 202329:34