http://renaissance-church.org renaissance church Podcasts en renaissance church Podcasts renaissance church no renaissance church renchurchri@aol.com ℗ & © 2008 renaissance church 720 http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/portraits-designer http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/portraits-designer.mp3 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:44:59 CDT Scott Axtmann Portraits of God 39:09 Jesus was the original church planter; this message continues the Portraits of God series and discusses His words to us about our role in planting churches. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/portraits-church-planter http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/portraits-church-planter.mp3 Sun, 18 May 2008 07:00:13 CDT Scott Axtmann Portraits of God 51:05 This Mother's Day message focuses on God's grace, and how we should work to show that same grace through forgiving and loving unconditionally. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/portraits-grace http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/portraits-grace.mp3 Sun, 11 May 2008 07:16:33 CDT Scott Axtmann Portraits of God 42:39 The second half of a sermon about God as "One Who Speaks." http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/one-who-speaks-part-ii http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/one-who-speaks-2.mp3 Sun, 27 Apr 2008 08:26:33 CDT Scott Axtmann Portraits of God 51:26 The second in a "Portraits of God" series, this message focuses on the ways in which God speaks to us, and how we can prepare ourselves to surrender, listen, and obey (Part I of II on "One Who Speaks"). http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/portraits-of-god-one-who-speaks http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/portraits-one-who-speaks.mp3 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 08:25:40 CDT Scott Axtmann Portraits of God 45:26 This is the first of a series of teachings on Portraits of God from the Scriptures - each week talking about a different aspect of God. This message is about Christ as Purifier. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/portraits-of-god-purifier http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/portraits-purifier.mp3 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 13:53:55 CDT Scott Axtmann Portraits of God 57:11 This Easter message focuses on the resurrection as described by John, and is about not "living in the gray," but living in the power of the resurrection. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/power-of-resurrection http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/power-of-resurrection.mp3 Sun, 23 Mar 2008 13:45:20 CDT Scott Axtmann This Easter message focuses on the resurrection as described by John, and is about not "living in the gray," but living in the power of the resurrection. 55:05 This message imagines the moments of love, affection, joy and reunion that took place when Jesus arrived in Jerusalem, and reminds us to see people through the eyes of Christ. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/palm-sunday-2008 http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/palm-sunday-2008.mp3 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 13:51:13 CDT Scott Axtmann This message imagines the moments of love, affection, joy and reunion that took place when Jesus arrived in Jerusalem, and reminds us to see people through the eyes of Christ. 46:13 The story of Lazarus reminds us that Jesus may not arrive when we expect, but he is moving towards us, and always has a plan for us. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/jesus-moving-towards-us http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/jesus-moving-towards-us.mp3 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 18:38:32 CDT Scott Axtmann The story of Lazarus reminds us that Jesus may not arrive when we expect, but he is moving towards us, and always has a plan for us. 21:11 The story of Hannah teaches us how, even when we're spiritually broken and exhausted, finding and truly encountering God can transform us and offer strength and encouragement. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/finding-god-when-youre-spiritually-broken--exhausted http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/finding-god-when-broken--exhausted.mp3 Sun, 24 Feb 2008 14:46:00 CST Scott Axtmann The story of Hannah teaches us how, even when we're spiritually broken and exhausted, finding and truly encountering God can transform us and offer strength and encouragement. 41:27 Scott's full version of this title is, "5 Unspiritual, UnBiblical, Dumb Ways of Thinking that Rob Us of the Joys of Deep Community." His title doesn't fit on the main page, but pretty much sums up the sermon... http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/thought-obstacles-to-deep-community http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/obstacles-to-deep-community.mp3 Sun, 17 Feb 2008 20:56:55 CST Scott Axtmann Scott's full version of this title is, "5 Unspiritual, UnBiblical, Dumb Ways of Thinking that Rob Us of the Joys of Deep Community." His title doesn't fit on the main page, but pretty much sums up the sermon... 59:55 This message is a "call to action" of sorts for the Renaissance Church community, discussing the idea of covenant and why God has us here together in this season. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/renaissance-mission--covenant http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/ren-mission.mp3 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 13:08:17 CST Scott Axtmann This message is a "call to action" of sorts for the Renaissance Church community, discussing the idea of covenant and why God has us here together in this season. 64:55 This message warns against following false prophets, and discusses how we can use discernment to be sure we are in the community where God has led us, and where teachings are pure. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/wolves-in-sheeps-clothing http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/wolves-in-sheeps-clothing.mp3 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 10:07:20 CST Scott Axtmann sermon on mount 64:07 "Small is the gate and narrow the path that leads to life" - this message focuseds on choosing to find God's will for ourselves, and as a result, being chosen by Him. (Audio starts at 2:15 on the track) http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/choosing-the-narrow-path http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/choosing-the-narrow-road.mp3 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 14:59:19 CST Scott Axtmann sermon on mount 20:23 This message focuses on God's emphasis on prayer, His promise that He will answer prayer, and His encouragement for us to ask, seek, and knock. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/answers-to-prayer http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/answers-to-prayer.mp3 Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:08:53 CST John Michaelson sermon on mount 32:11 As we look back on 2007 and prepare for 2008, this message reminds us of who God really is and the encouragement we can find in this knowledge. Worship is first, sermon starts at 18:23. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/encouragement-for-the-new-year http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/encouragement.mp3 Sun, 30 Dec 2007 19:36:21 CST Scott Axtmann As we look back on 2007 and prepare for 2008, this message reminds us of who God really is and the encouragement we can find in this knowledge. Worship is first, sermon starts at 18:23. 75:14 This sermon focuses on the theme of "love" on this final Sunday of Advent in 2007. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/advent-love http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/advent-love.mp3 Sun, 23 Dec 2007 09:53:20 CST Scott Axtmann This sermon focuses on the theme of "love" on this final Sunday of Advent in 2007. 28:21 The theme of the second Sunday of Advent is "peace." This messages focuses on the overwhelming peace that touches every aspect of our lives and relationships when we come to know God and are at peace with Him. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/advent-peace Sun, 09 Dec 2007 07:59:13 CST Scott Axtmann Advent This sermon introduces the general message and tradition of Advent and discusses "hope" - the theme of the first Sunday in 2007. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/advent-hope http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/advent-hope.mp3 Sun, 02 Dec 2007 08:57:48 CST Scott Axtmann Advent 40:55 This message introduced a time of communion, and focused on the idea of remembering. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/remembering-communion http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/remembering-communion.mp3 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 14:15:15 CST Steve Simmons This message introduced a time of communion, and focused on the idea of remembering. 17:14 In celebration of Thanksgiving, a few members of the Renaissance community shared testimonies of thanks. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/testimonies-of-thanks http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/testimonies-of-thanks.mp3 Sun, 18 Nov 2007 14:43:52 CST Various In celebration of Thanksgiving, a few members of the Renaissance community shared testimonies of thanks. 34:51 This message specifically addresses God's vision and mission for Renaissance Church in Providence, RI. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/renaissance-mission http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/renaissance-mission.mp3 Sun, 11 Nov 2007 13:19:31 CST Scott Axtmann This message specifically addresses God's vision and mission for Renaissance Church in Providence, RI. 55:43 This message reminds us of our need to be aware of the damage that can be done by harsh judging, and instead learn to restore each other gently when we do need correction. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/judge-not-but-restore-gently http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/judge-not-but-restore-gently.mp3 Sun, 28 Oct 2007 15:58:20 CST Scott Axtmann sermon on mount 57:40 This sermon acknowledges our worry as a deep issue, but encourages us to "seek first the kingdom of God" and look to Him for provision. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/do-not-worry http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/do-not-worry.mp3 Sun, 21 Oct 2007 20:24:47 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount 24:14 This message explores four common themes within "cravings and desires" of Christ-followers and "normal" people. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/cravings-and-desires http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/cravings-and-desires.mp3 Sun, 14 Oct 2007 12:03:48 CDT Nick Fatato This message explores four common themes within "cravings and desires" of Christ-followers and "normal" people. 44:23 This message was given in preparation for communion and is about allowing ourselves to accept and receive God's mercy and forgiveness. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/mercy-and-communion http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/mercy--communion.mp3 Sun, 07 Oct 2007 13:05:15 CDT Scott Axtmann This message was given in preparation for communion and is about allowing ourselves to accept and receive God's mercy and forgiveness. forgiveness,mercy 20:03 "You cannot serve both God and Money." This message discusses our relationship with "money" and how we can bless God with we've been given. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/god-or-money http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/god-or-money.mp3 Sun, 30 Sep 2007 14:34:43 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount 43:01 This message begins with the sermon on the mount verses on fasting and transitions to a discussion on how our lives can be pleasing to the Lord. The message also focuses on our "romance" with God, and the characteristics of that romance. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/in-love-with-god http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/in-love-with-god.mp3 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 10:19:00 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount fasting,pleasing_the_lord,romance 50:30 This message addresses the "Our Father" prayer, where Jesus guides us on how to pray effectively http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/our-father-prayer http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/our-father-prayer.mp3 Sun, 16 Sep 2007 16:42:51 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount prayer,our_father,daily_bread,reverence 50:55 This message was part of a baby dedication, and focuses on the sacredness of the womb as God's "workshop" as he knits us all together "perfectly and fearfully." http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/perfectly-and-fearfully-made http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/perfectly-and-fearfully-made.mp3 Sun, 09 Sep 2007 16:38:21 CDT Scott Axtmann This message was part of a baby dedication, and focuses on the sacredness of the womb as God's "workshop" as he knits us all together "perfectly and fearfully." dedication,womb,perfect,children,sacred 29:28 This message discusses the "right" and "wrong" way to pray, and how our prayer lives can return us to private communication with God. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/ugly-and-beautiful-praying http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/ugly-and-beautiful-praying.mp3 Sun, 02 Sep 2007 15:18:18 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount 32:01 Jesus encourages us to let people see our good works, but to make sure we never do our good works just to be seen. This message discusses the delicate balance of those two points, and also focuses specifically on tithing and giving. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/motives-behind-giving http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/motives-behind-giving.mp3 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 15:26:51 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount tithing,good_works,giving 64:25 God challenges us not only to love our enemies in these verses from the sermon on the mount, but to show forgiveness rather than vengeance, to be merciful and see our enemies through God's eyes and with his love. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/love-your-enemies http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/love-your-enemies.mp3 Sun, 19 Aug 2007 08:09:25 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount enemies,forgiveness,love,mercy 58:14 This was another message in the sermon on the mount series dealing with the idea of keeping our word and being people of moral backbone. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/being-true http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/being-true.mp3 Sun, 12 Aug 2007 17:33:06 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount reliability,faithfulness,vows 48:18 This was a talk out of the sermon on the mount series dealing with the purpose of the Law and the importance of not watering down the standards of God. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/surpassing-righteousness http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/surpassing-righteousness.mp3 Sun, 15 Jul 2007 18:11:54 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount law,righteousness 63:22 This was a message given after about 8 weeks of teaching on the sermon on the mount. It was a pause of sorts meant to give some very straightforward practical insight in the believers journey to live out the very high standard of holiness that Christ set forth. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/embracing-your-cross http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/embracing-the-cross.mp3 Sun, 08 Jul 2007 19:07:45 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount prayer,the_cross,fullness 49:06 In Biblical times, salt was a fundamental element needed to preserve food and prevent decay and rotting. Society is decaying morally and spiritually, and we as Christians need to act as "salt" for society to offer preservation. Salt must be applied and absorbed, as does the Word, and without our "saltiness," we would be useless. How can we be "in the world but not of the world"? How do we remain "salty"? Our "light" is one answer to both of those questions and this message addresses those questions, how to be aware of the things that can tempt us to lose our saltiness and become diluted, and how our light can be bright, effective and pure. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/preserving-our-saltiness-and-light http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/salt-and-light.mp3 Sun, 01 Jul 2007 16:21:13 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount salt,light,preservation,impact,relevance,seeking,community,visibility 60:29 Sermon on the mount discussion about mercy. http://www.sermoncloud.com/renaissance-church/blessed-are-the-merciful http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/921/blessed-are-the-merciful.mp3 Sun, 03 Jun 2007 17:55:11 CDT Scott Axtmann sermon on mount mercy,grace 52:21