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21mBobby McDonald - Knowing that God is our Father vs Revelation that God is our Father
Bobby McDonald · Dec 28
10mBobby McDonald - Inheriting God's Promises Through Faith And Patience
Bobby McDonald · Apr 25
22mBobby McDonald - 5 Things I've Learned About Faith
Bobby McDonald · Mar 13
21mBobby McDonald - Some lessons at home during COVID
Bobby McDonald · Mar 16
5mBobby McDonald - The Cross Puts An End To All Of Our Questions
Bobby McDonald · Jun 6
24mBobby McDonald - There's Only 1 Thing Necessary
Bobby McDonald · Jan 29
26mBobby McDonald - Overcoming Unbelief and Negative Attitudes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 26
23mBobby McDonald - Some Things I've Learned While Waiting on the Lord
Bobby McDonald · Sep 11
8mBobby McDonald - Keep On Rejoicing
Bobby McDonald · Jul 12
15mBobby McDonald - Today Is the Day of Salvation
Bobby McDonald · Dec 4
10mBobby McDonald - Praising God For Our Family In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Jan 17
6mBobby McDonald - Choose The Path Where Jesus Is
Bobby McDonald · Jun 1
9mBobby McDonald - We Reap What We Sow
Bobby McDonald · Sep 19
10mBobby McDonald - Being Led by the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3
11mBobby McDonald - Difficult People
Bobby McDonald · Oct 12
12mBobby McDonald - Be Strong In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17
9mBobby McDonald - Set Free
Bobby McDonald · Nov 14
5mBobby McDonald - Shine The Light On Your Deeds To See Their Origin
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20
21mBobby McDonald - The Blessing Of Disappointment
Bobby McDonald · Jul 1
7mBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:21
Bobby McDonald · Mar 29
8mBobby McDonald - God is our refuge
Bobby McDonald · Oct 5
13mBobby McDonald - Dinner With Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 12
8mBobby McDonald - Colossians 1:18
Bobby McDonald · Mar 9
8mBobby McDonald - Fleeing from gossip
Bobby McDonald · Nov 23
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Bobby McDonald - Knowing that God is our Father vs Revelation that God is our Father
Bobby McDonald · Dec 28, 2018 · 21m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true freedom from fear comes from deeply knowing and experiencing God as our Father. The speaker uses the Prodigal Son narrative to illustrate that acceptance is based on God's unconditional love, not on our perfect feelings of guilt or repentance. Furthermore, he argues that even Jesus had to grasp the truth of God the Father by faith, suggesting that our own faith must similarly anchor us against doubt and anxiety.
Bobby McDonald - Inheriting God's Promises Through Faith And Patience
Bobby McDonald · Apr 25, 2016 · 10m · NCCF Church
True faith requires not only works but also patience to fully inherit God's promises. The speaker emphasizes that God's timing is often slower than ours, requiring endurance and perseverance. He urges listeners not to give up hope in their faith, relationships, or ministry, as doing so means missing out on the blessings God has prepared.
Bobby McDonald - 5 Things I've Learned About Faith
Bobby McDonald · Mar 13, 2017 · 22m · NCCF Church
The central goal for Christians is to become an exact reflection of Jesus Christ. This transformation happens both individually through personal purity and corporately by functioning fully within the local church.
Bobby McDonald - Some lessons at home during COVID
Bobby McDonald · Mar 16, 2021 · 21m · NCCF Church
The speaker draws lessons from the COVID-19 lockdown, comparing the experience to the wilderness journey described in Deuteronomy 8. He emphasizes that true spiritual growth comes not only from major life changes but more profoundly from paying close attention to God's guidance in small, daily moments. A disciple must cultivate an attentive spirit, constantly checking motives and being sensitive to the Spirit's whispers, as exemplified by recognizing God's kindness even in mundane situations like adjusting shower temperature.
Bobby McDonald - The Cross Puts An End To All Of Our Questions
Bobby McDonald · Jun 6, 2022 · 5m · NCCF Church
The central message is that the cross of Jesus Christ ends all questioning about God's character and love. Instead of asking 'why' difficult things happen, believers are called to focus on the overwhelming evidence of God's love demonstrated by sending Jesus as a propitiation for sins. This profound love should motivate believers to live daily lives of surrender and gratitude.
Bobby McDonald - There's Only 1 Thing Necessary
Bobby McDonald · Jan 29, 2020 · 24m · NCCF Church
The central message is that while life presents many obligations and distractions, only one thing is truly necessary: focusing on Jesus. Drawing from the story of Martha and Mary, the speaker warns against getting caught up in preparations and worldly tasks, which can lead us to postpone our relationship with God. True discipleship means recognizing Jesus as the ultimate priority, allowing life's burdens to drive us toward Him as our refuge and rest.
Bobby McDonald - Overcoming Unbelief and Negative Attitudes
Bobby McDonald · Oct 26, 2020 · 26m · NCCF Church
The speaker uses the story of the Israelites in Numbers 14 to illustrate the danger of unbelief and negative attitudes, contrasting it with the faith shown by Joshua and Caleb. He emphasizes that a positive, hopeful attitude, which is rooted in faith, is crucial, noting that even good outward actions can be undermined by a negative heart. Ultimately, he defines a negative attitude as unbelief—a declaration that God is not good or that things will not work out for the best.
Bobby McDonald - Some Things I've Learned While Waiting on the Lord
Bobby McDonald · Sep 11, 2019 · 23m · NCCF Church
The speaker discusses what to do while waiting on the Lord, drawing from Isaiah 40:31. He emphasizes that waiting is an active process requiring believers to take the next step of obedience today and then trust God for all subsequent steps. Furthermore, he teaches that God's primary goal is not merely to change our circumstances, but to change us into the image of Christ, a process that often requires patience and builds gratitude and humility.
Bobby McDonald - Keep On Rejoicing
Bobby McDonald · Jul 12, 2020 · 8m · NCCF Church
The central message is to persevere in rejoicing, even amidst prolonged suffering, by emulating Christ's character. The speaker offers three key insights: recognizing that suffering is necessary for developing Christ-like character; understanding that rejoicing is a conscious choice rather than a feeling; and trusting that suffering is God's protective hand, which calls us to humble ourselves and cast our anxieties upon Him.
Bobby McDonald - Today Is the Day of Salvation
Bobby McDonald · Dec 4, 2018 · 15m · NCCF Church
The central message emphasizes the urgency of seeking the Lord while He is near, drawing from Isaiah 55 and Matthew 7. The speaker argues that neglecting God's presence, even amidst busyness, is akin to forgetting one's first love. True happiness and peace come from fearing God and walking in His ways, which leads to a joyful repentance and acceptance of God's will, regardless of current circumstances.
Bobby McDonald - Praising God For Our Family In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Jan 17, 2017 · 10m · NCCF Church
The speaker encourages spending time praising God specifically for one's family and the people God has placed in one's life. Drawing from Paul's letters, he notes that constant thanksgiving is a theme in apostolic writing. He further argues that differences within relationships, like marriage, are not obstacles but are divinely orchestrated 'friction' that polishes believers, helping them grow more like Christ.
Bobby McDonald - Choose The Path Where Jesus Is
Bobby McDonald · Jun 1, 2020 · 6m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians must intentionally follow the narrow path of discipleship, which is the way that leads to life and is characterized by God's will. This path, modeled after Jesus' teachings, offers rest and peace, much like power-steering assists in driving. When we seek God's will and walk in it, He guides us, making the journey restful rather than a struggle against our own efforts.
Bobby McDonald - We Reap What We Sow
Bobby McDonald · Sep 19, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church
The sermon emphasizes the principle of sowing and reaping, advising that what we consciously feed our minds will eventually manifest in our lives. To cultivate a life reflecting Christ, we must guard our hearts by controlling the input to our minds, avoiding negative sources like gossip or excessive focus on materialism. True transformation comes when the truth of God's Word is sown into a heart that receives it with faith, leading to a good harvest.
Bobby McDonald - Being Led by the Spirit
Bobby McDonald · Oct 3, 2017 · 10m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true Christian living involves being led by the Spirit rather than by personal emotions or rules. The speaker uses the example of Jesus's interaction with the Syrophoenician woman to illustrate that Jesus was constantly listening to and being led by the Father's will, not just adhering to strict rules. He encourages the audience to cultivate this habit of constant listening to God to avoid sin and live in alignment with the Spirit's guidance.
Bobby McDonald - Difficult People
Bobby McDonald · Oct 12, 2015 · 11m · NCCF Church
The speaker discusses how Christians are called to reflect Jesus by growing in personal purity and functioning within the local church. He shares three lessons learned from difficult people: first, recognizing that we ourselves are flawed, which fosters mercy; second, embracing the call to love enemies and pray for persecutors, mirroring God's kindness to us; and third, understanding that influencing others is best done through gentle love and warmth rather than force or confrontation.
Bobby McDonald - Be Strong In The Lord
Bobby McDonald · Oct 17, 2017 · 12m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians are called to be strong in the Lord, drawing strength from the armor God provides. The speaker emphasizes that true strength is measured by what it takes to discourage us, urging listeners not to be broken by small, everyday circumstances. He encourages relying on God's armor rather than succumbing to discouragement, anger, or anxiety over minor issues.
Bobby McDonald - Set Free
Bobby McDonald · Nov 14, 2016 · 9m · NCCF Church
The central message is that salvation and freedom are found entirely through Christ, not through personal effort or adherence to law. The speaker compares the experience to being rescued from a prison or death row, illustrating that believers were once trapped under sin's condemnation but were freed by God's grace through Jesus. This freedom means not only being forgiven but also being empowered by the Spirit to live a life free from the power of sin.
Bobby McDonald - Shine The Light On Your Deeds To See Their Origin
Bobby McDonald · Apr 20, 2020 · 5m · NCCF Church
The central message is that true Christian living requires bringing all deeds, thoughts, and attitudes into the light of God's truth to ensure they are genuinely wrought by God's will. The speaker encourages believers to adopt the attitude of constant self-examination, similar to David's plea, to purify their inner selves. By continually checking one's actions and thoughts against the Lord's will, believers can grow closer to reflecting Jesus.
Bobby McDonald - The Blessing Of Disappointment
Bobby McDonald · Jul 1, 2024 · 21m · NCCF Church
Bobby McDonald teaches that disappointment, while not sinful in itself, becomes sinful when we hold onto discouragement and complaint against God. He explains that God sometimes allows disappointment to loosen our grip on things outside His will, using Hebrews 12:26-27 to illustrate how God shakes away what cannot remain so we focus on Him. This brokenness and loosening of attachments—whether to personal expectations, relationships, circumstances, or even self-disappointment—is essential for spiritual growth and freedom in Christ.
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:21
Bobby McDonald · Mar 29, 2015 · 7m · NCCF Church
The central message is the necessity of actively taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ to combat a mind set hostile toward God. The speaker emphasizes that true victory over temptation requires a proactive surrender—a pre-determined decision to yield one's will to God's desires, much like programming a safe system. This surrender, exemplified by watching and praying, allows believers to overcome temptations when they arise.
Bobby McDonald - God is our refuge
Bobby McDonald · Oct 5, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church
The central message is that Christians should find their ultimate joy, peace, and refuge only in God, not in worldly circumstances or achievements. The speaker emphasizes that God often withholds answers to earthly prayers to redirect our focus toward Him alone, encouraging a consistent, childlike conversation with God. True spiritual rest is found in continually returning to Him, as illustrated by the Psalms and the need to cast all cares upon Him.
Bobby McDonald - Dinner With Jesus
Bobby McDonald · Apr 12, 2018 · 13m · NCCF Church
The central message is the profound need to seek a personal revelation of God's love, which is the foundation for a changed life. The speaker uses the analogy of a man cherishing a photo of his deceased wife to illustrate the depth of enduring love, comparing this to God's unwavering love inscribed on the palms of His hands. Ultimately, the message encourages viewing time in prayer and scripture not as a burden, but as a joyful, anticipated
Bobby McDonald - Colossians 1:18
Bobby McDonald · Mar 9, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church
Jesus Christ is established as the head of the body, which is the church, meaning believers are meant to actively participate in God's work rather than passively receiving it. The sermon emphasizes that Christian life requires taking responsibility and laboring for Christ, both in personal growth and within the community. Ultimately, the goal is to ensure that Jesus remains preeminent in every area of life, causing all other concerns to dim.
Bobby McDonald - Fleeing from gossip
Bobby McDonald · Nov 23, 2015 · 8m · NCCF Church
The central message is to actively resist participating in gossip and tearing others down, drawing parallels between this behavior and the sin described in Proverbs 11. The speaker emphasizes that Christians should not join in conversations that mock or slander others, instead choosing to let their light shine through faithful conduct and careful speech. Ultimately, the focus is on maintaining purity in speech and refusing to align oneself with the world's negative patterns.