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Bret Hicks

Bret Hicks has been an Elder and the Pastor at BRCC since 1993.

The Resurrection Changes Everything!

The physical resurrection of Jesus from the dead changes everything, and His followers gather each week to remember His resurrection and then take the Good News forth to everyone.

John 20:19-29

April 7, 2024

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The Great Reversal

Easter celebrates the Great Reversal, when God overruled the wicked decision of humanity to reject and crucify Jesus, raising Him from the dead so that life has swallowed up death for all who trust in Him.

Acts 2:22-24

March 31, 2024

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Lessons for Disciples – Marriage (Part 2)

Jesus taught that God made humans male or female and that marriage is the lifelong union of one man and one woman. Therefore any alternative ideas of “marriage” or contexts for sexual activity violate God’s design and intent.

Mark 10:1-12

March 10, 2024

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Lessons for Disciples – Marriage (Part 1)

Jesus taught that marriage was given by God at creation to be the lifelong union of one man and one woman, and disciples must look to strengthen marriage, not seek excuses to divorce.

Mark 10:1-12

March 3, 2024

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Fast From, Feast On

Following Jesus’ pattern of fasting and feasting, abstaining from food and activities to feast upon the Presence of God, is key to experiencing a flourishing life.

Matthew 4:1-4; Luke 7:33-34

February 11, 2024

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When Less Is More

True abundance is not found in a life full of distractions but in one that has reduced activities to allow time to listen to Jesus speak.

Luke 10:38-42

February 4, 2024

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Apprenticeship Through Failure

Through their failure to cast out a demon, the disciples learn that ministry and spiritual warfare are not based on technique or their own abilities, but rather by consistently walking close to God through faith and prayer.

Mark 9:14-29

January 28, 2024

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The Ministry of the Messenger

Like Elijah and John the Baptist, we are called to be messengers proclaiming the King is coming, understanding that this often leads to opposition and suffering for the messenger.

Mark 9:9-13

January 21, 2024

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A Glimpse of Glory

The Transfiguration is a revelation showing that the New Covenant has arrived, unveiling Jesus in His full glory so that the disciples can be sustained through the suffering that comes to Jesus and His followers.

Mark 9:1-8

January 14, 2024

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The Gift of Sabbath Rest

Sabbath rest is not a legalistic restriction but rather a gift from God to allow us to be refreshed as we rest from our daily vocations and activities  so we can focus on God and His provision for us.

Leviticus 23:1-3

January 7, 2024

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The Blessing of God

God calls His people, and especially leaders, to bless brothers and sisters in Christ, passing on the covenant blessings God has promised to His people

Numbers 6:22-27

December 31, 2023

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Christ The True and Better King

Jesus is the True and Better David, the Great Shepherd-Warrior-King Who cares for, protects, delivers, and rules over God’s people, working out all things to God’s glory and their good now and into eternity.

Colossians 1:15-20

December 24, 2023

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Glory Bound!

The parable of the sower, the seed, and the soils teaches the secret of the Kingdom of God – that it has broken into the world in the Person, teaching, and work of Jesus, that is rejected by many, but that the Word of Jesus will bear great fruit in the lives of those who hear and embrace it.

Mark 4:1-20

November 26, 2023

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Forming A Grateful Soul

We are called to form a grateful soul by consciously taking time to notice and give thanks to God for His many blessings and trusting Him to work for our good in all circumstances.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

November 19, 2023

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The Gift of God’s Word

God has given us His Word, the Bible, to feed us, guide us, point us to Christ, and show us how to live in a manner that is pleasing to Him and for our good.

Matthew 4:4; 2 Timothy 3:14-17

November 12, 2023

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The Disciple’s Cross

Disciples are called to follow Jesus, which means they must deny themselves and take up their cross, enduring persecution and suffering in this age while looking forward to the eternal reward they will be granted at the return of Christ.

Mark 8:34-38

November 5, 2023

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The Suffering Servant

Jesus, the Servant of the Lord, suffered and died in payment for our sins, but through that very suffering and the resurrection He was victorious to bring us salvation.

Isaiah 52:13-15; Isaiah 53

October 29, 2023

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King’s Cross

Jesus is the Messianic King Who came to suffer, be rejected, die, and be raised so that He might save us from our sin.

Mark 8:31-33

October 22, 2023

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