The Sovereignty of God in Mercy and Judgment [Romans 9:14-18]

February 4, 2024

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Date: 02/04/2024

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 9:14-18

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SBC Host: God extends mercy to some but hardens the hearts of others.

Avg Guy: That doesn’t seem fair!

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which the Apostle Paul confronts us with a question of God’s justice… His righteousness.

It’s a passage of mystery, of divine choice and the human heart, that has puzzled and inspired believers for centuries… for it pushes us to the edge of where our understanding meets God’s unsearchable judgements and unfathomable ways.

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And though we may not completely understand, there’s no denying the magnitude of His sovereignty and the depth of His mercy.

For when we acknowledge God’s absolute freedom — though it may challenge — we begin to find comfort as we see our place in His redemptive plan.

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Classic Edition – John 1:40-51

January 31, 2024

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Date: 05/29/1997

Preacher: James Allen, pastor

Series: John

Key Text: John 1:40-51

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Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.

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God’s Sovereign Plan: Lessons From Jacob and Esau [Romans 9:10-13]

January 28, 2024

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Date: 01/28/2024

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 9:10-13

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How does God choose?

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues our study in the book of Romans in which  the Apostle Paul confronts us with the profound mysteries of divine sovereignty through the narratives of two prominent biblical figures — two brothers — whose stories transcend time and culture: Jacob and Esau.

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And it is through these siblings that questions are raised that have echoed throughout the corridors of Christian history: How DOES God choose?

And what does it mean to be elected by Him?

And, ultimately, where do we find ourselves in this grand narrative of grace and mercy?

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Classic Edition – John 1:19-39

January 24, 2024

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Date: 05/22/1997

Preacher: James Allen, pastor

Series: John

Key Text: John 1:19-39

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Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.

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Sharing Our Hope Amid Suffering [1 Peter 3:13-17]

January 21, 2024

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Date: 01/21/2024

Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor

Series: 1 Peter

Key Text: 1 Peter 3:13-17

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Always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you…. For it is better, if God should will it so, that you suffer for doing what is right rather than for doing what is wrong. 

1 Peter 15b, 17

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh Peglow continues with our study in the book of 1 Peter in which we learn that it is when we, the believer, face the strongest opposition, we are most often used of God.

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For when we endure suffering — while maintaining good works and sharing Christ — we are able to demonstrate, for all to see, the HOPE we have within.

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Classic Edition – John 1:6-18

January 17, 2024

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Date: 05/15/1997

Preacher: James Allen, pastor

Series: John

Key Text: John 1:6-18

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Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.

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Privileges to No Advantage [Romans 9:1-9]

January 14, 2024

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Date: 01/14/2024

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 9:1-9

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It’s a passage that will:

CHALLENGE you

COMFORT you,

and CONFRONT you…

…with the profound mysteries of God’s sovereignty and grace.

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which begin a journey through Chapter 9.

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For it is in this section of scripture that the Apostle Paul expresses his anguish and unyielding love for his Jewish brethren, set against the backdrop of the many spiritual advantages they have received as the descendants of those who received the great promises of God — culminating in Jesus, who is the Christ.

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Classic Edition – John 1:1-5

January 10, 2024

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Date: 05/08/1997

Preacher: James Allen, pastor

Series: John

Key Text: John 1:1-5

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Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen continues with our study of the Gospel of John.

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God Is for Us [Romans 8:31-39]

January 7, 2024

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Date: 01/07/2024

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 8:31-39

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Questions. Questions that comfort… while at the same time challenge the depths of our faith, and the breadth of our understanding of God’s love.

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we explore a passage that demonstrates the unshakeable love of God in Christ Jesus — a love that transcends our trials, our fears, and even our weaknesses.

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This is not just theology for the mind, though;

it’s a balm for the soul, especially in times when our faith is tested by the trials of life.

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Classic Edition – John (overview)

January 3, 2024

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Date: 05/01/1997

Preacher: James Allen, pastor

Series: John

Key Text: John 1-21

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Join us as we turn the back the clock to 1997 to listen to a Scandia Bible Church “Classic.” In this Classic Sermon, Pastor James Allen embarks upon a study of the Gospel of John.

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The Golden Chain of Redemption [Romans 8:29-30]

December 31, 2023

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Date: 12/31/2023

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 8:29-30

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Foreknowledge — Predestination — Calling — Justification — Glorification

…each a link in God’s “Golden Chain of Redemption.”

Today on the Scania Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which the Apostle Paul presents us with a breathtaking panorama of God’s redemptive plan…

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— a plan that spans from eternity past to eternity future —

…where we are invited to ponder the mysteries of God’s sovereign grace.

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Christmas Eve Service 2023

December 24, 2023

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Date: 12/24/2023

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And the angel said unto them,

“Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”

Merry Christmas and welcome to our special Scandia Bible Church Christmas Eve Service for 2023 as we gather with the multitude of the heavenly host to praise Him, saying,

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.”

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As is our tradition, in addition to a sermonette from Pastor Monty, this evening’s service will present a progression of scripture readings, congregational hymns, and instrumental and vocal music from our church family… to remind and retell an event that would forever change the world.

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The Curse and Grace [Genesis 3:1-21]

December 24, 2023

 Monty Simao 2014Sermon Notes

Date: 12/24/2023

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Advent

Key Text: Genesis 3:1-21

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Advent — a time of reflection and anticipation.

Today, Christmas Eve morning, on the Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao delves into the story that changed the course of humanity: God’s perfect creation and the entrance of sin into all that He had made.

This story is not just about the first sin, though, it’s a mirror reflecting our own struggles, hopes, and the profound need for redemption.

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Because when all that Adam and Eve ought to have expected was God’s wrath, in the midst of Almighty’s curse was (and is) a promise of a Savior to come.

So even as sin entered the world, hope also entered with the promise of Jesus the Savior who would crush the head of the serpent once and for all.

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God’s Good Purpose [Romans 8:28]

December 17, 2023

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Date: 12/17/2023

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 8:28

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Life often unfolds like a tapestry, woven with threads of joy, pain, triumphs, and trials.

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans and shows us that in the midst of our uncertainties, there’s a profound promise nestled in the heart of Romans 8:28 —

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— a promise that speaks to the very fabric of our existence and God’s sovereign purpose in the life of every believer.

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Called to Do Good [1 Peter 3:8-12]

December 10, 2023

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Date: 12/10/2023

Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor

Series: 1 Peter

Key Text: 1 Peter 3:8-12

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Apostle Peter (writing): To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit….

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh Peglow continues with our study in the book of 1 Peter in which he reveals the apostle’s summary to the believer.

Apostle Peter (writing): …not returning evil for evil or insult for insult, but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that you might inherit a blessing. 

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For as those who will inherit eternal life, believers — indeed — receive God’s blessing, AND, likewise, as they pursue righteousness, are called to bless others.

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A Blueprint for Godly Homes [1 Peter 3:1-7]

December 3, 2023

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Date: 12/03/2023

Preacher: Josh Peglow, pastor

Series: 1 Peter

Key Text: 1 Peter 3:1-7

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Though the pendulum of cultural ideas may swing, God’s word and will do not.

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Josh Peglow continues with our study in the book of 1 Peter and addresses a passage that, throughout the ages, has been the subject of much cultural pushback and controversy: the ideal, definition, and purpose of MARRIAGE.

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And though the culture may shift back and forth in ideas to suit… this passage unwaveringly lays out the fulfillment of God’s UNCHANGING design for marriage:

A wife that submits to her husband

AND…

A husband that honors his wife

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Love in Action [1 John 3:16-18]

November 26, 2023

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Date: 11/26/2023

Preacher: David Teves, deacon

Key Text: 1 John 3:16-18

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Love.

It’s one of the marks of the Christian.

…Or at least it’s supposed to be.

For it’s one thing — and easy — to say we *love* one another with our words. But it’s quite another — and hard — to show it with our actions.

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Deacon David Teves shows us what true love looks like by directing us to the perfect example…. And we find it in the book of 1 John.

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For it is in this example, that Jesus clearly displays how love is put into action when He willingly, and lovingly, went to the cross and sacrificed Himself for us.

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Intercession of the Spirit [Romans 8:26-27]

November 19, 2023

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Date: 11/19/2023

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 8:26-27

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What happens when we can’t pray? 

It’s not that we have forgotten HOW to pray, it’s just that we have no words… We’re weak.

Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we see that when we can’t pray… God helps us:

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The Holy Spirit intercedes on our behalf when words cannot be found. 

For God meets us in our weakness and upholds us in His grace.

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Suffering and Hope [Romans 8:18-25]

November 12, 2023

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Date: 11/12/2023

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 8:18-25

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Sometimes we find ourselves at the intersection of Suffering and Hope.

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Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we dig deeper into this profound intersection.

For in the midst of affliction and trials, we can find peace knowing we have an assured hope based on the finished work of Christ and the promises of God.

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The Spirit of Adoption [Romans 8:12-17]

November 5, 2023

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Date: 11/05/2023

Preacher: Monty Simao, pastor

Series: Romans

Key Text: Romans 8:12-17

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“For all who are being led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. For you have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry out, ‘Abba! Father!’”

Romans 8:14-15

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Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Romans in which we uncover the incredible truth that we are not just servants, but adopted children of God… destined for an inheritance beyond imagination.

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