The Fall of Babylon

   Revelation Series 12: First & Last

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Evil may prosper for a while but it eventually destroys itself. The fall of the Roman Empire illustrates the Babylonian attitude that infiltrates governments, institutions, and individuals. We are called to be the pure Bride of Christ and to wait readily for Jesus' return and the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.
[Revelation 17:1 - 19:10]

Welcoming Back Mark Jennings-Bates and the Morrisons
                             by Derrick Hamre (2.3MB MP3)

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Party 'Till You Drop

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Beginning a new year gives us a chance to start again. King Solomon gives us advice on how to live our lives to the extreme while at the same time giving extreme honour to God. It is possible and necessary to do both. Seize the day!
[Ecclesiastes 11:7-10]

Emmanuel Testimonies from 2011
                             Various people interviewed by Derrick Hamre (10.6MB MP3)

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The Perfect Season for a Miracle

   A Christmas Monologue

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

A monologue presented at the Emmanuel Christmas Eve service about being thankful even in difficult circumstances. A pastor recalls the time where events that appeared unfortunate just before Christmas led to an amazing reunion.

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The Invitation to Restoration

   Joy to the World
   Advent 4: The Invitation

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

This world is not all it was created to be. The foundation of God's rescue plan began at Christmas and will end one day in the future...a plan of full restoration of humanity and our planet. It is good to know that we are not abandoned and that there is hope.
[Romans 8:18-21; 2 Peter 3:9-13; Revelation 21:1-4]

Emmanuel Baptism Interviews by Ben McGillivray (8.3MB MP3)
Love Offering for Our Pastors by Janice Dewald (4.2MB MP3)

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Keep It Simple, Stupid!

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

The story of Naaman illustrates that pride and fear can get in the way of living successfully and may even cause us to miss out on a miracle from God. Humility and courage pave the way to live fully in relationship with God, family, friends, and neighbours.
[2 Kings 5:1-15]

Farewell to the Hories by Derek Koch, Ben McGillivray,
                             Andy Gabruch, and Derrick Hamre (6.5MB MP3)

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Lessons from the Vineyard

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Isaiah wrote a song about how God was not pleased with the grape production of a vineyard, a metaphor about the audience and their poor relationship with God and each other. This message applies to our nation, our Christian leaders and each of us.
[Isaiah 5:1-7]

Missions Trip to Africa by Len Van Trump (3.1MB MP3)

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A Story of Restoration

   Family Emphasis Series 2
   Includes Testimony by Alexis Larson

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Through a glimpse into Gerald Morrison's Bible College days, the Biblical story of Mephibosheth, and Alexis Larson's moving life story, we learn that God wants to bring health to our families and see examples of forgiveness and redemption.
[2 Samuel 9]

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It's All About Expectations

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

For many different reasons, we might feel like God doesn't meet our expectations. The story of Jesus' triumphal entry sets the stage for an important discussion about following Jesus, especially when His plans don't seem to make sense.
[Mark 11:1-11]

Kwe Ka Baung Support by Marc Berthaudin (1.3MB MP3)
Interview with Bill & Donna Reimer
                             by Derrick Hamre (1.6MB MP3)

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What's Your Word Worth?

   Following the Teacher Series 6

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Using phrases like "I promise" or "I swear" shows that our "yes" or "no" isn't good enough. Jesus teaches us to be people of integrity in the area of vows, oaths, and keeping promises. Here's practical advice to mean what we say and say what we mean.
[Matthew 5:33-37]

Serving as a Deacon by Marc Berthaudin (2.1MB MP3)

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Similes That Sizzle

   Missions Emphasis

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Jesus sends us out like sheep among wolves. We are to act as shrewdly as snakes and to live as innocently as doves. If we keep these points in mind, we will share and demonstrate the good news about Jesus effectively, whether at home or abroad.
[Matthew 10]

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Those Who Mourn

   Feel the Pain
   Sermon on the Mount - Beatitudes Series 2

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Whether we mourn because of personal pain, the state of the world, or our own human nature, Jesus promises comfort–a comfort that ushers us into a relationship with God and others impossible to experience without mourning. Blessed are we when we mourn!
[Matthew 5:4]

Cassandra Monster & Roy Ralph Commissioning
                             by Derek Koch & Cassandra Monster (2.9MB MP3)

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Livin' It Out

   Discovering the True Meaning of Church

Derek Koch

Peachland Campus Pastor

Immediately after Jesus returned to heaven, the church exploded in numbers. How did that happen? What were the characteristics of this growth? More importantly, are there lessons we can learn from the early church in order to help us become everything God intended?
[Acts 2:42-47]

Parts of One Body by Jordan Nixon (2.1MB MP3)

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