Pastor Tom Long

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Tom has lived in Southern California since 1955.  He was saved in January, 1970, during the Jesus Movement, married his wife, Sandi in 1973 and has ministered near his original home all these years later. He was first given the name, “Pastor” at the age of 19. Today, Tom and Sandi live in the City of Orange.  They have two daughters, eight grandchildren and live less than a half mile from his beloved church, Heritage Christian Fellowship.  To this day, he serves as a community pastor.

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Pastor Tom Long
August 1, 2021

Gates & Keys

Jesus spoke, “The Gates of Hell will never prevail” against the mighty Church. History testifies to that fact. Nations come and go, but the Church thrives because of the Keys it carries to unlock doorways to God’s glorious kingdom power.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 16:13-20
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 27, 2021

Living Greatly

The world admires great people, and so does God, but their definitions are polar opposites.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 11:1-11
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 13, 2021

Successful Living

To know how Jesus defined a successful life and ministry.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 6, 2021

Sufficient Grace

Jesus has a one-on-one conversation with the great Apostle Paul during one of his lowest moments in ministry. You may be surprised by our Savior’s words.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Corinthians 12:7-10
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 30, 2021

An Unlikely Conversation

Jesus had fruitful, one-on-one conversations with people, such as a pharisee, a woman and a blind man, but this unlikely conversation is neither fruitful nor predictable. Actually, it’s unexpected and strange.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 4:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 9, 2021

The Great Paradox

Consider motherhood, the “Great Paradox”, that brings the highest joy or deepest grief to the human heart. By probing deeply into the life of Mary, we will ponder the paradox of motherhood.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 19:25-27
Series:
Special Service
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May 2, 2021

One On One

In our series, "Straight Truth: From the Words of Jesus", Pastor Tom will explore conversations Jesus had with individuals. This week's conversation, was the reason AW Tozer gave his heart to Christ. 
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 3:1-6
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 18, 2021

Are You Weary?

To Know the Absolute Necessity of Prayer.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:1-14
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 11, 2021

Growth Parable

To look at a rarely-taught parable that reveals the mystery of spiritual growth.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4:26-29
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 4, 2021

The Road to New Hope

Easter reflects God's nature to renew and restore a hopeful future amid present darkness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 24:13-35
Series:
Easter 2021
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March 21, 2021

Sweat the Small Stuff

Sweat the Small Stuff: We need to understand a fruitful life in Christ often involves the small things; the short, 5-minute moments.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 13:23-33
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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March 14, 2021

The Least of These

The Least of These: To Understand the power of love, acceptance, and forgiveness shown to the disenfranchised of the world.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:35-43
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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March 7, 2021

The Fruit-Bearing Life

The Fruit-Bearing Life: We are authenticated as Christ followers by the fruitful lives we live.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 15:8
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 28, 2021

The Most Essential Parable

The Most Essential Parable - Out of all that Jesus taught, what did He indicate as most essential?
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 21, 2021

How Are the Words of Jesus Different?

To understand the power and importance of the Words of Jesus.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 1:1
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 7, 2021

Rich Toward God

To understand the value of a generous life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 9:41
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No Series
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January 31, 2021

Faithful Runners

For most of us, running is hard and painful! But for 2021, God has assigned a foot race for each of us. But with each footstep, God’s grace will be available to help us be faithful runners.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Corinthians 9:24-27
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No Series
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January 24, 2021

Making Sense of the Darkness

A biblical look at evil and how God always uses it for his glory and our good.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 7:45-54
Series:
No Series
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December 24, 2020

Christmas Eve Service

Christ was born for you
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 2
Series:
Christmas 2020
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December 20, 2020

Special Christmas Service

A special Christmas service featuring the children of Heritage.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 2:1-20
Series:
Christmas 2020
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December 6, 2020

Scars That Speak

Our greatest witness to those we influence are seen in the scars we receive voluntarily
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 23:34-43
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 22, 2020

The Attribute of Humility

To understand the attribute of humility for Christlike character.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 13:1-17
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 15, 2020

The Attribute of Discipline

Understanding the role of spiritual disciplines resulting from healthy choices that nurture lifelong fruitfulness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Timothy 4:7-10, Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 1, 2020

Healing Love

We are surrounded by hurting, broken people who need the the power of God’s healing love.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 8:1-12
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 25, 2020

Forgiven

As part of our honoring Jesus, we forgive others.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 7:36-50
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 18, 2020

The Value of One

To know how much Jesus cares for You, far more than the world around you.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 139, Mark 5
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 11, 2020

None Like Jesus

To know the attributes of Jesus, our perfect Example.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Ephesians 2:1-10
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 20, 2020

The Attribute of God's Faithfulness Part 3

To have confidence in God's faithfulness to always have His way.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 23:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 13, 2020

The Attribute's of God's Faithfulness Part 2

Main Idea: To know of God’s faithfulness to complete His calling within your life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 22:1-5
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 6, 2020

The Attribute's of God's Faithfulness Part 1

To know the faithfulness of God even when we are faithless.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 30
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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August 23, 2020

Attribute of God's Courage

God uses our fear to grow faith.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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August 16, 2020

Attribute of Hope

To know that God is our Living Hope, and by believing it, the words of our mouths and the actions we take, will reflect it.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Kings 7
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 26, 2020

Attribute of Justice

Understanding how God is a God of Justice
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Judges 11
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 19, 2020

Attribute of Faithfulness

the Bible is not full of stories of faithful men but of a faithful God Who uses men in spite of their faults.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Kings 17:1-16
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 12, 2020

Attribute of Grace- Part 2

Understanding God's grace demonstrated through our failure.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 21:1-19
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 5, 2020

Attribute of Grace

Understanding God's attribute of grace to give second chances by exploring the Book of Philemon.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Philemon 1-25
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 28, 2020

The Attribute of Wisdom 2

Understanding the value and meaning of God's wisdom.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Kings 3:1-28
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 21, 2020

The Attribute of Wisdom

Understanding the value of meaning of biblical wisdom in the life of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 4:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 7, 2020

Benefit of God's Rest

Understanding the benefits to God's rest.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Genesis 2:1-4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 31, 2020

God of Creation- Part 2

Understanding the benefits of embracing biblical Creation.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 33:6-15
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 24, 2020

God of all Creation- Part 1

To understand what makes humanity extraordinary.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 8:1-9
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 10, 2020

"Non-Essential", Stay Closed

A call for unity as a case is made to re-open the Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Daniel 6:1-10
Series:
No Series
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May 7, 2020

To Behold His Glory

To behold Him is to be transformed to become like Him.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Corinthians 3:18
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 26, 2020

To Know Him

An Introduction to the new series, "None Like Him", the Attributes of God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Jeremiah 9:23-24
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 19, 2020

Jesus Is in Your Boat

To know the "how and when" God chooses to speak to us.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Isaiah 30:18-23
Series:
No Series
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April 12, 2020

Living Hope

Understanding the great hope we have in resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Peter 1:3-5
Series:
No Series
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March 29, 2020

Day of Trouble

On the Day of Trouble we are to call on God and not lose heart.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:1-8
Series:
No Series
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March 8, 2020

Anatomy of a Pure Heart

In a world of threats, what kind of heart pleases God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 24:1-27
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 23, 2020

A Cross to Bear

By looking at Paul example, to know the correct perception of a God-given cross.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 23:1-11
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 16, 2020

Peace Amid Hysteria

To know that the honoring of God's Word is the difference between peace or hysteria.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 22:1-29
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 2, 2020

The Heart of a True Shepherd - Part 2

To understand the noble sacrifice necessary for a true shepherd of God's people.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 21:1-14
Series:
The Book of Acts
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January 19, 2020

Vision for 2020

To understand Heritage's purpose and place in the bigger picture of God's Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Habakkuk 2:1-3
Series:
Vision Sunday
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January 5, 2020

God's Team Mission

Understanding our place and importance as members of the Body of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 19:20-41
Series:
The Book of Acts
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December 22, 2019

Call Me Blessed

To understand God's definition of "Blessed".
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 1:26-38
Series:
No Series
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December 8, 2019

The Unfolding Story

Understanding our purpose, place and value in the Body of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 18.24-28
Series:
The Book of Acts
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December 1, 2019

Sacrifice and Virtue

Understanding the necessity of sacrifice for fruitful living.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 18:1-28
Series:
The Book of Acts
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November 17, 2019

His Story

The story of human history is made up of God's work inside of individuals people.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 16:1-34
Series:
The Book of Acts
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November 3, 2019

Trojan Horses

Understanding the threats of legalism and the damage it can do to the Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 15:1-35
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 20, 2019

Open Doors

God appoints people to speak the Gospel to others at appointed times.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 13:13-52
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 13, 2019

Love and Fierceness

To understand the virtues of God's love and wrath.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 13:1-12
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 6, 2019

The Magnificence of Prayer

To understand the extent of God's sovereignty and protection through prayer.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 12:1-24
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 22, 2019

The Magnificent Message

To know the Church is so diverse but unified in its message.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 10:24-48
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 15, 2019

When God Moves

Small, insignificant events are used by God as milestones to change the course of human history.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 10:1-20
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 1, 2019

The Virtue of Stillness

To know that stillness before God produces a life that God intended.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Exodus 33:1-23
Series:
No Series
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August 25, 2019

The New Jerusalem

To explore the New Jerusalem and our existence inside of it.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Revelation 21:1-27
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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August 18, 2019

New Heaven and Earth- Part 1

To know what the new heaven and earth will be like.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Genesis 1:31-2:15
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 28, 2019

Stewardship & Reward

To know the virtue and reward that awaits those who embrace their stewardship.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 19:11-27
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 21, 2019

Accountability and Reward

To know both our accountability and reward that awaits us in the hereafter.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 25:31-46
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 14, 2019

The Crucible of Purity

Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Philippians
Series:
Family Camp
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July 7, 2019

When Happens When I Die?

To know what the Bible says about our moment of death.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Corinthians 5:1-11
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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June 30, 2019

The Return of Christ

To know the details of our one great hope, the return of Jesus Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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June 22, 2019

Family Camp 2nd Night by Pastor Tom

Family Camp 2nd Night by Pastor Tom
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Unknown
Series:
Family Camp
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June 9, 2019

The Spirit of Barnabas

To define encouragement and recognize its value.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:20-31
Series:
The Book of Acts
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June 2, 2019

Called to Whisper

To know the valve of insignificant people who through consistent obedience, perform impacting acts to further God's kingdom.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:10-19
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 19, 2019

The Nature of Calling

To recognize the nature of God's calling on your life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:1-9
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 12, 2019

No Greater Devotion

To understand God's gift of women and their devotion to the things of God
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 19:25-27
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 5, 2019

Phillip, the Evangelist

To understand God's calling and equipping that to share Christ with others.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 8:26-40
Series:
The Book of Acts
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April 21, 2019

Living Hope

To understand the living hope that keeps us throughout life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Peter 1:3
Series:
Easter 2019
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April 14, 2019

Your Finest Hour

God prepares you for your finest hour. (We apologize, there are some interference issues in the mp3 file)
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 7:1-60
Series:
The Book of Acts
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April 7, 2019

Trust in Sovereignty

To understand the sovereignty of God in the development of our lives and calling.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 6:1-15
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 24, 2019

Foundation of Fear

To know the virtue of fearing God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 5:1-16
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 17, 2019

Power-Filled Church

To know the characteristics of a healthy, power-filled church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 4:21-37
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 10, 2019

The God Moment

To know the Sovereignty of God in the call to be a witness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 4:1-22
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 24, 2019

God of Restoration

To know God's heart to restore all things.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 2:37-47
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 10, 2019

God Speaks

To know the role of the Holy Spirit and His ministry in our lives.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 2:1-21
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 3, 2019

Birthed By Grace

To understand grace and the birth of God's church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 1:1-26
Series:
The Book of Acts
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January 20, 2019

Celebrating 20 Years of Heritage

To have a clear understanding of God's purposes for our church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Habakkuk 2:1-3
Series:
Vision Sunday
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January 13, 2019

What I've Learned Part 2

To convey what I've learned in 49 years of following Jesus Christ, and nearly 48 years of pastoring.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 1:1-5
Series:
Special Service
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January 6, 2019

What I've Learned- Part 1

To convey what I've learned in nearly 50 years of following Jesus.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 4:5-13
Series:
Special Service
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December 16, 2018

Divine Direction

To know how much God is actively involved in the lives of His children.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Job 7:16-19
Series:
The Beautiful Body of Christ
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August 1, 2021

Gates & Keys

Jesus spoke, “The Gates of Hell will never prevail” against the mighty Church. History testifies to that fact. Nations come and go, but the Church thrives because of the Keys it carries to unlock doorways to God’s glorious kingdom power.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 16:13-20
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 27, 2021

Living Greatly

The world admires great people, and so does God, but their definitions are polar opposites.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 11:1-11
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 13, 2021

Successful Living

To know how Jesus defined a successful life and ministry.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 6, 2021

Sufficient Grace

Jesus has a one-on-one conversation with the great Apostle Paul during one of his lowest moments in ministry. You may be surprised by our Savior’s words.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Corinthians 12:7-10
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 30, 2021

An Unlikely Conversation

Jesus had fruitful, one-on-one conversations with people, such as a pharisee, a woman and a blind man, but this unlikely conversation is neither fruitful nor predictable. Actually, it’s unexpected and strange.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 4:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 9, 2021

The Great Paradox

Consider motherhood, the “Great Paradox”, that brings the highest joy or deepest grief to the human heart. By probing deeply into the life of Mary, we will ponder the paradox of motherhood.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 19:25-27
Series:
Special Service
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May 2, 2021

One On One

In our series, "Straight Truth: From the Words of Jesus", Pastor Tom will explore conversations Jesus had with individuals. This week's conversation, was the reason AW Tozer gave his heart to Christ. 
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 3:1-6
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 18, 2021

Are You Weary?

To Know the Absolute Necessity of Prayer.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:1-14
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 11, 2021

Growth Parable

To look at a rarely-taught parable that reveals the mystery of spiritual growth.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4:26-29
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 4, 2021

The Road to New Hope

Easter reflects God's nature to renew and restore a hopeful future amid present darkness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 24:13-35
Series:
Easter 2021
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March 21, 2021

Sweat the Small Stuff

Sweat the Small Stuff: We need to understand a fruitful life in Christ often involves the small things; the short, 5-minute moments.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 13:23-33
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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March 14, 2021

The Least of These

The Least of These: To Understand the power of love, acceptance, and forgiveness shown to the disenfranchised of the world.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:35-43
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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March 7, 2021

The Fruit-Bearing Life

The Fruit-Bearing Life: We are authenticated as Christ followers by the fruitful lives we live.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 15:8
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 28, 2021

The Most Essential Parable

The Most Essential Parable - Out of all that Jesus taught, what did He indicate as most essential?
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 21, 2021

How Are the Words of Jesus Different?

To understand the power and importance of the Words of Jesus.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 1:1
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 7, 2021

Rich Toward God

To understand the value of a generous life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 9:41
Series:
No Series
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January 31, 2021

Faithful Runners

For most of us, running is hard and painful! But for 2021, God has assigned a foot race for each of us. But with each footstep, God’s grace will be available to help us be faithful runners.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Series:
No Series
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January 24, 2021

Making Sense of the Darkness

A biblical look at evil and how God always uses it for his glory and our good.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 7:45-54
Series:
No Series
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December 24, 2020

Christmas Eve Service

Christ was born for you
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 2
Series:
Christmas 2020
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December 20, 2020

Special Christmas Service

A special Christmas service featuring the children of Heritage.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 2:1-20
Series:
Christmas 2020
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December 6, 2020

Scars That Speak

Our greatest witness to those we influence are seen in the scars we receive voluntarily
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 23:34-43
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 22, 2020

The Attribute of Humility

To understand the attribute of humility for Christlike character.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 13:1-17
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 15, 2020

The Attribute of Discipline

Understanding the role of spiritual disciplines resulting from healthy choices that nurture lifelong fruitfulness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Timothy 4:7-10, Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 1, 2020

Healing Love

We are surrounded by hurting, broken people who need the the power of God’s healing love.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 8:1-12
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 25, 2020

Forgiven

As part of our honoring Jesus, we forgive others.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 7:36-50
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 18, 2020

The Value of One

To know how much Jesus cares for You, far more than the world around you.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 139, Mark 5
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 11, 2020

None Like Jesus

To know the attributes of Jesus, our perfect Example.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Ephesians 2:1-10
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 20, 2020

The Attribute of God's Faithfulness Part 3

To have confidence in God's faithfulness to always have His way.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 23:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 13, 2020

The Attribute's of God's Faithfulness Part 2

Main Idea: To know of God’s faithfulness to complete His calling within your life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 22:1-5
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 6, 2020

The Attribute's of God's Faithfulness Part 1

To know the faithfulness of God even when we are faithless.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 30
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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August 23, 2020

Attribute of God's Courage

God uses our fear to grow faith.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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August 16, 2020

Attribute of Hope

To know that God is our Living Hope, and by believing it, the words of our mouths and the actions we take, will reflect it.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Kings 7
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 26, 2020

Attribute of Justice

Understanding how God is a God of Justice
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Judges 11
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 19, 2020

Attribute of Faithfulness

the Bible is not full of stories of faithful men but of a faithful God Who uses men in spite of their faults.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Kings 17:1-16
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 12, 2020

Attribute of Grace- Part 2

Understanding God's grace demonstrated through our failure.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 21:1-19
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 5, 2020

Attribute of Grace

Understanding God's attribute of grace to give second chances by exploring the Book of Philemon.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Philemon 1-25
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 28, 2020

The Attribute of Wisdom 2

Understanding the value and meaning of God's wisdom.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Kings 3:1-28
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 21, 2020

The Attribute of Wisdom

Understanding the value of meaning of biblical wisdom in the life of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 4:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 7, 2020

Benefit of God's Rest

Understanding the benefits to God's rest.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Genesis 2:1-4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 31, 2020

God of Creation- Part 2

Understanding the benefits of embracing biblical Creation.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 33:6-15
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 24, 2020

God of all Creation- Part 1

To understand what makes humanity extraordinary.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 8:1-9
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 10, 2020

"Non-Essential", Stay Closed

A call for unity as a case is made to re-open the Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Daniel 6:1-10
Series:
No Series
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May 7, 2020

To Behold His Glory

To behold Him is to be transformed to become like Him.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Corinthians 3:18
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 26, 2020

To Know Him

An Introduction to the new series, "None Like Him", the Attributes of God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Jeremiah 9:23-24
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 19, 2020

Jesus Is in Your Boat

To know the "how and when" God chooses to speak to us.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Isaiah 30:18-23
Series:
No Series
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April 12, 2020

Living Hope

Understanding the great hope we have in resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Peter 1:3-5
Series:
No Series
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March 29, 2020

Day of Trouble

On the Day of Trouble we are to call on God and not lose heart.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:1-8
Series:
No Series
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March 8, 2020

Anatomy of a Pure Heart

In a world of threats, what kind of heart pleases God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 24:1-27
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 23, 2020

A Cross to Bear

By looking at Paul example, to know the correct perception of a God-given cross.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 23:1-11
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 16, 2020

Peace Amid Hysteria

To know that the honoring of God's Word is the difference between peace or hysteria.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 22:1-29
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 2, 2020

The Heart of a True Shepherd - Part 2

To understand the noble sacrifice necessary for a true shepherd of God's people.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 21:1-14
Series:
The Book of Acts
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January 19, 2020

Vision for 2020

To understand Heritage's purpose and place in the bigger picture of God's Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Habakkuk 2:1-3
Series:
Vision Sunday
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January 5, 2020

God's Team Mission

Understanding our place and importance as members of the Body of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 19:20-41
Series:
The Book of Acts
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December 22, 2019

Call Me Blessed

To understand God's definition of "Blessed".
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 1:26-38
Series:
No Series
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December 8, 2019

The Unfolding Story

Understanding our purpose, place and value in the Body of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 18.24-28
Series:
The Book of Acts
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December 1, 2019

Sacrifice and Virtue

Understanding the necessity of sacrifice for fruitful living.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 18:1-28
Series:
The Book of Acts
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November 17, 2019

His Story

The story of human history is made up of God's work inside of individuals people.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 16:1-34
Series:
The Book of Acts
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November 3, 2019

Trojan Horses

Understanding the threats of legalism and the damage it can do to the Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 15:1-35
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 20, 2019

Open Doors

God appoints people to speak the Gospel to others at appointed times.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 13:13-52
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 13, 2019

Love and Fierceness

To understand the virtues of God's love and wrath.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 13:1-12
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 6, 2019

The Magnificence of Prayer

To understand the extent of God's sovereignty and protection through prayer.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 12:1-24
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 22, 2019

The Magnificent Message

To know the Church is so diverse but unified in its message.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 10:24-48
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 15, 2019

When God Moves

Small, insignificant events are used by God as milestones to change the course of human history.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 10:1-20
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 1, 2019

The Virtue of Stillness

To know that stillness before God produces a life that God intended.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Exodus 33:1-23
Series:
No Series
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August 25, 2019

The New Jerusalem

To explore the New Jerusalem and our existence inside of it.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Revelation 21:1-27
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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August 18, 2019

New Heaven and Earth- Part 1

To know what the new heaven and earth will be like.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Genesis 1:31-2:15
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 28, 2019

Stewardship & Reward

To know the virtue and reward that awaits those who embrace their stewardship.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 19:11-27
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 21, 2019

Accountability and Reward

To know both our accountability and reward that awaits us in the hereafter.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 25:31-46
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 14, 2019

The Crucible of Purity

Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Philippians
Series:
Family Camp
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July 7, 2019

When Happens When I Die?

To know what the Bible says about our moment of death.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Corinthians 5:1-11
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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June 30, 2019

The Return of Christ

To know the details of our one great hope, the return of Jesus Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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June 22, 2019

Family Camp 2nd Night by Pastor Tom

Family Camp 2nd Night by Pastor Tom
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Unknown
Series:
Family Camp
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June 9, 2019

The Spirit of Barnabas

To define encouragement and recognize its value.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:20-31
Series:
The Book of Acts
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June 2, 2019

Called to Whisper

To know the valve of insignificant people who through consistent obedience, perform impacting acts to further God's kingdom.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:10-19
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 19, 2019

The Nature of Calling

To recognize the nature of God's calling on your life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:1-9
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 12, 2019

No Greater Devotion

To understand God's gift of women and their devotion to the things of God
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 19:25-27
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 5, 2019

Phillip, the Evangelist

To understand God's calling and equipping that to share Christ with others.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 8:26-40
Series:
The Book of Acts
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April 21, 2019

Living Hope

To understand the living hope that keeps us throughout life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Peter 1:3
Series:
Easter 2019
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April 14, 2019

Your Finest Hour

God prepares you for your finest hour. (We apologize, there are some interference issues in the mp3 file)
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 7:1-60
Series:
The Book of Acts
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April 7, 2019

Trust in Sovereignty

To understand the sovereignty of God in the development of our lives and calling.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 6:1-15
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 24, 2019

Foundation of Fear

To know the virtue of fearing God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 5:1-16
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 17, 2019

Power-Filled Church

To know the characteristics of a healthy, power-filled church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 4:21-37
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 10, 2019

The God Moment

To know the Sovereignty of God in the call to be a witness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 4:1-22
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 24, 2019

God of Restoration

To know God's heart to restore all things.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 2:37-47
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 10, 2019

God Speaks

To know the role of the Holy Spirit and His ministry in our lives.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 2:1-21
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 3, 2019

Birthed By Grace

To understand grace and the birth of God's church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 1:1-26
Series:
The Book of Acts
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January 20, 2019

Celebrating 20 Years of Heritage

To have a clear understanding of God's purposes for our church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Habakkuk 2:1-3
Series:
Vision Sunday
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January 13, 2019

What I've Learned Part 2

To convey what I've learned in 49 years of following Jesus Christ, and nearly 48 years of pastoring.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 1:1-5
Series:
Special Service
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January 6, 2019

What I've Learned- Part 1

To convey what I've learned in nearly 50 years of following Jesus.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 4:5-13
Series:
Special Service
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December 16, 2018

Divine Direction

To know how much God is actively involved in the lives of His children.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Job 7:16-19
Series:
The Beautiful Body of Christ
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August 1, 2021

Gates & Keys

Jesus spoke, “The Gates of Hell will never prevail” against the mighty Church. History testifies to that fact. Nations come and go, but the Church thrives because of the Keys it carries to unlock doorways to God’s glorious kingdom power.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 16:13-20
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 27, 2021

Living Greatly

The world admires great people, and so does God, but their definitions are polar opposites.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 11:1-11
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 13, 2021

Successful Living

To know how Jesus defined a successful life and ministry.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 6, 2021

Sufficient Grace

Jesus has a one-on-one conversation with the great Apostle Paul during one of his lowest moments in ministry. You may be surprised by our Savior’s words.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Corinthians 12:7-10
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 30, 2021

An Unlikely Conversation

Jesus had fruitful, one-on-one conversations with people, such as a pharisee, a woman and a blind man, but this unlikely conversation is neither fruitful nor predictable. Actually, it’s unexpected and strange.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 4:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 9, 2021

The Great Paradox

Consider motherhood, the “Great Paradox”, that brings the highest joy or deepest grief to the human heart. By probing deeply into the life of Mary, we will ponder the paradox of motherhood.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 19:25-27
Series:
Special Service
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May 2, 2021

One On One

In our series, "Straight Truth: From the Words of Jesus", Pastor Tom will explore conversations Jesus had with individuals. This week's conversation, was the reason AW Tozer gave his heart to Christ. 
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 3:1-6
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 18, 2021

Are You Weary?

To Know the Absolute Necessity of Prayer.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:1-14
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 11, 2021

Growth Parable

To look at a rarely-taught parable that reveals the mystery of spiritual growth.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4:26-29
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 4, 2021

The Road to New Hope

Easter reflects God's nature to renew and restore a hopeful future amid present darkness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 24:13-35
Series:
Easter 2021
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March 21, 2021

Sweat the Small Stuff

Sweat the Small Stuff: We need to understand a fruitful life in Christ often involves the small things; the short, 5-minute moments.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 13:23-33
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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March 14, 2021

The Least of These

The Least of These: To Understand the power of love, acceptance, and forgiveness shown to the disenfranchised of the world.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:35-43
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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March 7, 2021

The Fruit-Bearing Life

The Fruit-Bearing Life: We are authenticated as Christ followers by the fruitful lives we live.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 15:8
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 28, 2021

The Most Essential Parable

The Most Essential Parable - Out of all that Jesus taught, what did He indicate as most essential?
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 21, 2021

How Are the Words of Jesus Different?

To understand the power and importance of the Words of Jesus.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 1:1
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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February 7, 2021

Rich Toward God

To understand the value of a generous life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 9:41
Series:
No Series
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January 31, 2021

Faithful Runners

For most of us, running is hard and painful! But for 2021, God has assigned a foot race for each of us. But with each footstep, God’s grace will be available to help us be faithful runners.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Series:
No Series
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January 24, 2021

Making Sense of the Darkness

A biblical look at evil and how God always uses it for his glory and our good.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 7:45-54
Series:
No Series
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December 24, 2020

Christmas Eve Service

Christ was born for you
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 2
Series:
Christmas 2020
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December 20, 2020

Special Christmas Service

A special Christmas service featuring the children of Heritage.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 2:1-20
Series:
Christmas 2020
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December 6, 2020

Scars That Speak

Our greatest witness to those we influence are seen in the scars we receive voluntarily
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 23:34-43
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 22, 2020

The Attribute of Humility

To understand the attribute of humility for Christlike character.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 13:1-17
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 15, 2020

The Attribute of Discipline

Understanding the role of spiritual disciplines resulting from healthy choices that nurture lifelong fruitfulness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Timothy 4:7-10, Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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November 1, 2020

Healing Love

We are surrounded by hurting, broken people who need the the power of God’s healing love.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 8:1-12
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 25, 2020

Forgiven

As part of our honoring Jesus, we forgive others.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 7:36-50
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 18, 2020

The Value of One

To know how much Jesus cares for You, far more than the world around you.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 139, Mark 5
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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October 11, 2020

None Like Jesus

To know the attributes of Jesus, our perfect Example.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Ephesians 2:1-10
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 20, 2020

The Attribute of God's Faithfulness Part 3

To have confidence in God's faithfulness to always have His way.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 23:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 13, 2020

The Attribute's of God's Faithfulness Part 2

Main Idea: To know of God’s faithfulness to complete His calling within your life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 22:1-5
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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September 6, 2020

The Attribute's of God's Faithfulness Part 1

To know the faithfulness of God even when we are faithless.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Samuel 30
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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August 23, 2020

Attribute of God's Courage

God uses our fear to grow faith.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Mark 4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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August 16, 2020

Attribute of Hope

To know that God is our Living Hope, and by believing it, the words of our mouths and the actions we take, will reflect it.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Kings 7
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 26, 2020

Attribute of Justice

Understanding how God is a God of Justice
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Judges 11
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 19, 2020

Attribute of Faithfulness

the Bible is not full of stories of faithful men but of a faithful God Who uses men in spite of their faults.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Kings 17:1-16
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 12, 2020

Attribute of Grace- Part 2

Understanding God's grace demonstrated through our failure.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 21:1-19
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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July 5, 2020

Attribute of Grace

Understanding God's attribute of grace to give second chances by exploring the Book of Philemon.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Philemon 1-25
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 28, 2020

The Attribute of Wisdom 2

Understanding the value and meaning of God's wisdom.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Kings 3:1-28
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 21, 2020

The Attribute of Wisdom

Understanding the value of meaning of biblical wisdom in the life of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 4:1-13
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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June 7, 2020

Benefit of God's Rest

Understanding the benefits to God's rest.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Genesis 2:1-4
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 31, 2020

God of Creation- Part 2

Understanding the benefits of embracing biblical Creation.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 33:6-15
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 24, 2020

God of all Creation- Part 1

To understand what makes humanity extraordinary.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Psalm 8:1-9
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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May 10, 2020

"Non-Essential", Stay Closed

A call for unity as a case is made to re-open the Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Daniel 6:1-10
Series:
No Series
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May 7, 2020

To Behold His Glory

To behold Him is to be transformed to become like Him.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Corinthians 3:18
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 26, 2020

To Know Him

An Introduction to the new series, "None Like Him", the Attributes of God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Jeremiah 9:23-24
Series:
STRAIGHT TRUTH - From the Words of Jesus
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April 19, 2020

Jesus Is in Your Boat

To know the "how and when" God chooses to speak to us.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Isaiah 30:18-23
Series:
No Series
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April 12, 2020

Living Hope

Understanding the great hope we have in resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Peter 1:3-5
Series:
No Series
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March 29, 2020

Day of Trouble

On the Day of Trouble we are to call on God and not lose heart.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 18:1-8
Series:
No Series
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March 8, 2020

Anatomy of a Pure Heart

In a world of threats, what kind of heart pleases God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 24:1-27
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 23, 2020

A Cross to Bear

By looking at Paul example, to know the correct perception of a God-given cross.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 23:1-11
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 16, 2020

Peace Amid Hysteria

To know that the honoring of God's Word is the difference between peace or hysteria.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 22:1-29
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 2, 2020

The Heart of a True Shepherd - Part 2

To understand the noble sacrifice necessary for a true shepherd of God's people.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 21:1-14
Series:
The Book of Acts
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January 19, 2020

Vision for 2020

To understand Heritage's purpose and place in the bigger picture of God's Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Habakkuk 2:1-3
Series:
Vision Sunday
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January 5, 2020

God's Team Mission

Understanding our place and importance as members of the Body of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 19:20-41
Series:
The Book of Acts
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December 22, 2019

Call Me Blessed

To understand God's definition of "Blessed".
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 1:26-38
Series:
No Series
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December 8, 2019

The Unfolding Story

Understanding our purpose, place and value in the Body of Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 18.24-28
Series:
The Book of Acts
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December 1, 2019

Sacrifice and Virtue

Understanding the necessity of sacrifice for fruitful living.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 18:1-28
Series:
The Book of Acts
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November 17, 2019

His Story

The story of human history is made up of God's work inside of individuals people.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 16:1-34
Series:
The Book of Acts
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November 3, 2019

Trojan Horses

Understanding the threats of legalism and the damage it can do to the Church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 15:1-35
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 20, 2019

Open Doors

God appoints people to speak the Gospel to others at appointed times.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 13:13-52
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 13, 2019

Love and Fierceness

To understand the virtues of God's love and wrath.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 13:1-12
Series:
The Book of Acts
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October 6, 2019

The Magnificence of Prayer

To understand the extent of God's sovereignty and protection through prayer.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 12:1-24
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 22, 2019

The Magnificent Message

To know the Church is so diverse but unified in its message.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 10:24-48
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 15, 2019

When God Moves

Small, insignificant events are used by God as milestones to change the course of human history.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 10:1-20
Series:
The Book of Acts
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September 1, 2019

The Virtue of Stillness

To know that stillness before God produces a life that God intended.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Exodus 33:1-23
Series:
No Series
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August 25, 2019

The New Jerusalem

To explore the New Jerusalem and our existence inside of it.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Revelation 21:1-27
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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August 18, 2019

New Heaven and Earth- Part 1

To know what the new heaven and earth will be like.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Genesis 1:31-2:15
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 28, 2019

Stewardship & Reward

To know the virtue and reward that awaits those who embrace their stewardship.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Luke 19:11-27
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 21, 2019

Accountability and Reward

To know both our accountability and reward that awaits us in the hereafter.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Matthew 25:31-46
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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July 14, 2019

The Crucible of Purity

Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Philippians
Series:
Family Camp
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July 7, 2019

When Happens When I Die?

To know what the Bible says about our moment of death.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
2 Corinthians 5:1-11
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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June 30, 2019

The Return of Christ

To know the details of our one great hope, the return of Jesus Christ.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Series:
The Doctrine of the Future
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June 22, 2019

Family Camp 2nd Night by Pastor Tom

Family Camp 2nd Night by Pastor Tom
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Unknown
Series:
Family Camp
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June 9, 2019

The Spirit of Barnabas

To define encouragement and recognize its value.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:20-31
Series:
The Book of Acts
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June 2, 2019

Called to Whisper

To know the valve of insignificant people who through consistent obedience, perform impacting acts to further God's kingdom.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:10-19
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 19, 2019

The Nature of Calling

To recognize the nature of God's calling on your life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 9:1-9
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 12, 2019

No Greater Devotion

To understand God's gift of women and their devotion to the things of God
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
John 19:25-27
Series:
The Book of Acts
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May 5, 2019

Phillip, the Evangelist

To understand God's calling and equipping that to share Christ with others.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 8:26-40
Series:
The Book of Acts
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April 21, 2019

Living Hope

To understand the living hope that keeps us throughout life.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
1 Peter 1:3
Series:
Easter 2019
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April 14, 2019

Your Finest Hour

God prepares you for your finest hour. (We apologize, there are some interference issues in the mp3 file)
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 7:1-60
Series:
The Book of Acts
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April 7, 2019

Trust in Sovereignty

To understand the sovereignty of God in the development of our lives and calling.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 6:1-15
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 24, 2019

Foundation of Fear

To know the virtue of fearing God.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 5:1-16
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 17, 2019

Power-Filled Church

To know the characteristics of a healthy, power-filled church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 4:21-37
Series:
The Book of Acts
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March 10, 2019

The God Moment

To know the Sovereignty of God in the call to be a witness.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 4:1-22
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 24, 2019

God of Restoration

To know God's heart to restore all things.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 2:37-47
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 10, 2019

God Speaks

To know the role of the Holy Spirit and His ministry in our lives.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 2:1-21
Series:
The Book of Acts
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February 3, 2019

Birthed By Grace

To understand grace and the birth of God's church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Acts 1:1-26
Series:
The Book of Acts
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January 20, 2019

Celebrating 20 Years of Heritage

To have a clear understanding of God's purposes for our church.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Habakkuk 2:1-3
Series:
Vision Sunday
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January 13, 2019

What I've Learned Part 2

To convey what I've learned in 49 years of following Jesus Christ, and nearly 48 years of pastoring.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 1:1-5
Series:
Special Service
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January 6, 2019

What I've Learned- Part 1

To convey what I've learned in nearly 50 years of following Jesus.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Proverbs 4:5-13
Series:
Special Service
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December 16, 2018

Divine Direction

To know how much God is actively involved in the lives of His children.
Speaker:
Pastor Tom Long
Bible Passage:
Job 7:16-19
Series:
The Beautiful Body of Christ
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