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        <![CDATA[<p>Can faith and doubt coexist? During this Easter Sunday sermon, we explore the story of Thomas in John 20 and discover that Christianity isn’t built on blind belief, but on the solid reality that Jesus rose from the dead. The resurrection isn’t just a comforting idea but a historical fact that confronts our doubts, calls us to repentance, and invites us into real, life-changing faith.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Can faith and doubt coexist? During this Easter Sunday sermon, we explore the story of Thomas in John 20 and discover that Christianity isn’t built on blind belief, but on the solid reality that Jesus rose from the dead. The resurrection isn’t just a comforting idea but a historical fact that confronts our doubts, calls us to repentance, and invites us into real, life-changing faith.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:09:02 -0700</pubDate>
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      <title>Choose Loyalty to God’s Ways – Blessing or Curse (Deuteronomy 11:1–32)</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week’s message explores a confronting truth from Deuteronomy 11, where we see that there is no neutral ground in our spiritual lives. Because as humans, we don’t stop worshiping, we simply redirect it. Blessing and drift are shaped by who or what we trust. Discover why discipleship is not optional, how misdirected worship keeps us stuck, and how a life rooted in God becomes a visible testimony to the next generation.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week’s message explores a confronting truth from Deuteronomy 11, where we see that there is no neutral ground in our spiritual lives. Because as humans, we don’t stop worshiping, we simply redirect it. Blessing and drift are shaped by who or what we trust. Discover why discipleship is not optional, how misdirected worship keeps us stuck, and how a life rooted in God becomes a visible testimony to the next generation.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:25:12 -0800</pubDate>
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      <title>Mission - The Spirit's Power - John 20:19-22</title>
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        <![CDATA[In John 20:19–22, Jesus reveals that mission and Spirit-filling are inseparable, showing that as the Father sent the Son, so the Son now sends his people—fully alive in the same Spirit who empowered Jesus himself. The Holy Spirit is not a detached force or optional enhancement, but the means by which believers participate in Christ’s own life and mission, discovering that sentness is not opposed to flourishing but is its fullest expression. Jesus’ Spirit-filled life demonstrates that mission is grounded in the Father’s pleasure, shaped by the Father’s purpose, carried out with the Father’s people, and sustained by the Father’s presence. Far from a call to miserable duty, the Spirit’s power draws us into the Son’s ongoing communion with the Father, where we are sent not from fear or striving, but from love, clarity, belonging, and abiding nearness; living the most fulfilled life God intends.<p><br></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[In John 20:19–22, Jesus reveals that mission and Spirit-filling are inseparable, showing that as the Father sent the Son, so the Son now sends his people—fully alive in the same Spirit who empowered Jesus himself. The Holy Spirit is not a detached force or optional enhancement, but the means by which believers participate in Christ’s own life and mission, discovering that sentness is not opposed to flourishing but is its fullest expression. Jesus’ Spirit-filled life demonstrates that mission is grounded in the Father’s pleasure, shaped by the Father’s purpose, carried out with the Father’s people, and sustained by the Father’s presence. Far from a call to miserable duty, the Spirit’s power draws us into the Son’s ongoing communion with the Father, where we are sent not from fear or striving, but from love, clarity, belonging, and abiding nearness; living the most fulfilled life God intends.<p><br></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:46:19 -0800</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[In John 20:19–22, Jesus reveals that mission and Spirit-filling are inseparable, showing that as the Father sent the Son, so the Son now sends his people—fully alive in the same Spirit who empowered Jesus himself. The Holy Spirit is not a detached force or optional enhancement, but the means by which believers participate in Christ’s own life and mission, discovering that sentness is not opposed to flourishing but is its fullest expression. Jesus’ Spirit-filled life demonstrates that mission is grounded in the Father’s pleasure, shaped by the Father’s purpose, carried out with the Father’s people, and sustained by the Father’s presence. Far from a call to miserable duty, the Spirit’s power draws us into the Son’s ongoing communion with the Father, where we are sent not from fear or striving, but from love, clarity, belonging, and abiding nearness; living the most fulfilled life God intends.<p><br></p>]]>
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      <title>The Mission - The Son's Sacrifice - John 12:27-33</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We live in a world overflowing with information—facts at our fingertips, answers on demand—but still aching for meaning, connection, and hope. In John 12, we see Jesus standing on the edge of the cross, not offering detached facts, but revealing a truth that costs Him everything. This message invites us to move beyond knowing about Jesus to receiving Him—to discover that truth isn’t just information to master, but a person who draws us into real life.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We live in a world overflowing with information—facts at our fingertips, answers on demand—but still aching for meaning, connection, and hope. In John 12, we see Jesus standing on the edge of the cross, not offering detached facts, but revealing a truth that costs Him everything. This message invites us to move beyond knowing about Jesus to receiving Him—to discover that truth isn’t just information to master, but a person who draws us into real life.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:37:30 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Every Nation Vancouver</author>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>The Incarnation (Part 1) - Isaiah 7:14</title>
      <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this Advent message, we explore the surprising promise at the heart of Christmas: <em>Immanuel—God with us</em>. While we often chase the feelings of the season—hope, peace, joy, and love—we rarely slow down to seek the Person they come from. Isaiah’s prophecy confronts our shadow versions of these longings and points us to the God who steps into our fear, rebellion, and self-reliance not with power, but with presence.</p><p>Why did Jesus have to come? Because we could not climb to God—so God came down to us. And His incarnation didn’t end in Bethlehem; it continues through His Spirit and His Church today.</p><p>Join us as we rediscover the truth, repentance, and faith that open our eyes to the real wonder of Christmas: the with-us God who still draws near.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this Advent message, we explore the surprising promise at the heart of Christmas: <em>Immanuel—God with us</em>. While we often chase the feelings of the season—hope, peace, joy, and love—we rarely slow down to seek the Person they come from. Isaiah’s prophecy confronts our shadow versions of these longings and points us to the God who steps into our fear, rebellion, and self-reliance not with power, but with presence.</p><p>Why did Jesus have to come? Because we could not climb to God—so God came down to us. And His incarnation didn’t end in Bethlehem; it continues through His Spirit and His Church today.</p><p>Join us as we rediscover the truth, repentance, and faith that open our eyes to the real wonder of Christmas: the with-us God who still draws near.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:34:38 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Every Nation Vancouver</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this Advent message, we explore the surprising promise at the heart of Christmas: <em>Immanuel—God with us</em>. While we often chase the feelings of the season—hope, peace, joy, and love—we rarely slow down to seek the Person they come from. Isaiah’s prophecy confronts our shadow versions of these longings and points us to the God who steps into our fear, rebellion, and self-reliance not with power, but with presence.</p><p>Why did Jesus have to come? Because we could not climb to God—so God came down to us. And His incarnation didn’t end in Bethlehem; it continues through His Spirit and His Church today.</p><p>Join us as we rediscover the truth, repentance, and faith that open our eyes to the real wonder of Christmas: the with-us God who still draws near.</p>]]>
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      <title>Essentials - Giving</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the sermon, we rethink tithing by shifting the focus from rules and percentages to the heart of worship. We explore how Scripture frames giving—starting with the Old Testament tithe and moving toward the New Testament’s joyful, voluntary generosity—and how God uses our finances to shape our trust and priorities.</p><p>We also discuss why giving to the local church matters and how it forms us as worshipers, not just funders of projects. Whether you’re new to faith or simply re-evaluating your approach to giving, this episode will help you see tithing as an invitation into deeper trust, worship, and open-handed living.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the sermon, we rethink tithing by shifting the focus from rules and percentages to the heart of worship. We explore how Scripture frames giving—starting with the Old Testament tithe and moving toward the New Testament’s joyful, voluntary generosity—and how God uses our finances to shape our trust and priorities.</p><p>We also discuss why giving to the local church matters and how it forms us as worshipers, not just funders of projects. Whether you’re new to faith or simply re-evaluating your approach to giving, this episode will help you see tithing as an invitation into deeper trust, worship, and open-handed living.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:37:48 -0800</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In the sermon, we rethink tithing by shifting the focus from rules and percentages to the heart of worship. We explore how Scripture frames giving—starting with the Old Testament tithe and moving toward the New Testament’s joyful, voluntary generosity—and how God uses our finances to shape our trust and priorities.</p><p>We also discuss why giving to the local church matters and how it forms us as worshipers, not just funders of projects. Whether you’re new to faith or simply re-evaluating your approach to giving, this episode will help you see tithing as an invitation into deeper trust, worship, and open-handed living.</p>]]>
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      <title>Deuteronomy 8 - Our Journey - Receiving Love during times of Lack - Greg Mitchell</title>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we look at why God often leads us through seasons of <em>lack</em> before bringing us into seasons of <em>blessing</em>. Deuteronomy 8 shows that Israel’s journey—and Jesus’ own life, death, and resurrection—reveal a pattern: <strong>the desert forms us for the Promised Land.</strong></p><p>The wilderness teaches us two things we cannot learn any other way:</p><p><strong>First, love.</strong> When we have little, we discover that real love comes from the heart, not our resources. Once that’s formed, God can entrust us with more—knowing we’ll use abundance for love, not self.</p><p><strong>Second, trust.</strong> In lack, we see that our abilities and money can’t save us. Only God is our source. The desert exposes what’s always been true so that blessings won’t deceive us later.</p><p>As you take this into your groups, remember: <strong>God has a good future for us.</strong> The desert isn’t where God leaves us—it’s where He prepares us to receive His blessings with love and trust.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we look at why God often leads us through seasons of <em>lack</em> before bringing us into seasons of <em>blessing</em>. Deuteronomy 8 shows that Israel’s journey—and Jesus’ own life, death, and resurrection—reveal a pattern: <strong>the desert forms us for the Promised Land.</strong></p><p>The wilderness teaches us two things we cannot learn any other way:</p><p><strong>First, love.</strong> When we have little, we discover that real love comes from the heart, not our resources. Once that’s formed, God can entrust us with more—knowing we’ll use abundance for love, not self.</p><p><strong>Second, trust.</strong> In lack, we see that our abilities and money can’t save us. Only God is our source. The desert exposes what’s always been true so that blessings won’t deceive us later.</p><p>As you take this into your groups, remember: <strong>God has a good future for us.</strong> The desert isn’t where God leaves us—it’s where He prepares us to receive His blessings with love and trust.</p>]]>
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      <title>Deuteronomy 7 - The Dangers of Blessings: The Detour of Comparison - Matt Johnson</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Comparison steals contentment and blinds us to our chosenness. In this message from Deuteronomy 7, we learn that God's people are blessed not for their own merit, but solely because of His covenant faithfulness. When we forget this truth, pride and envy detour our devotion. This chapter challenges the destructive nature of comparison, showing how it chokes out gratitude and replaces growth with insecurity. The good news? Freedom comes not by striving, but by resting in the secure identity you have as chosen and treasured through Christ. Tune in and receive the life-changing invitation: stop competing and start trusting the love God is offering.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Comparison steals contentment and blinds us to our chosenness. In this message from Deuteronomy 7, we learn that God's people are blessed not for their own merit, but solely because of His covenant faithfulness. When we forget this truth, pride and envy detour our devotion. This chapter challenges the destructive nature of comparison, showing how it chokes out gratitude and replaces growth with insecurity. The good news? Freedom comes not by striving, but by resting in the secure identity you have as chosen and treasured through Christ. Tune in and receive the life-changing invitation: stop competing and start trusting the love God is offering.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:23:19 -0800</pubDate>
      <author>Every Nation Vancouver</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Comparison steals contentment and blinds us to our chosenness. In this message from Deuteronomy 7, we learn that God's people are blessed not for their own merit, but solely because of His covenant faithfulness. When we forget this truth, pride and envy detour our devotion. This chapter challenges the destructive nature of comparison, showing how it chokes out gratitude and replaces growth with insecurity. The good news? Freedom comes not by striving, but by resting in the secure identity you have as chosen and treasured through Christ. Tune in and receive the life-changing invitation: stop competing and start trusting the love God is offering.</p>]]>
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      <title>Essentials - Personal Devotions - Matt Johnson</title>
      <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we’re pausing our Deuteronomy series to revisit Essentials, where we will be taking a look at the area of personal devotions and what it really means to make space for God in our everyday lives. If God is always speaking, why don’t we always hear Him? Maybe it’s not that He’s silent, but that we’re distracted or pulled in too many directions. Scripture shows that true devotion is love expressed through attention. It’s not about doing more spiritual things, but slowing down enough to notice God’s presence. What if devotion isn’t about doing it perfectly, but simply paying attention to the God who’s already devoted to you?</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we’re pausing our Deuteronomy series to revisit Essentials, where we will be taking a look at the area of personal devotions and what it really means to make space for God in our everyday lives. If God is always speaking, why don’t we always hear Him? Maybe it’s not that He’s silent, but that we’re distracted or pulled in too many directions. Scripture shows that true devotion is love expressed through attention. It’s not about doing more spiritual things, but slowing down enough to notice God’s presence. What if devotion isn’t about doing it perfectly, but simply paying attention to the God who’s already devoted to you?</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:38:09 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Every Nation Vancouver</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week, we’re pausing our Deuteronomy series to revisit Essentials, where we will be taking a look at the area of personal devotions and what it really means to make space for God in our everyday lives. If God is always speaking, why don’t we always hear Him? Maybe it’s not that He’s silent, but that we’re distracted or pulled in too many directions. Scripture shows that true devotion is love expressed through attention. It’s not about doing more spiritual things, but slowing down enough to notice God’s presence. What if devotion isn’t about doing it perfectly, but simply paying attention to the God who’s already devoted to you?</p>]]>
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      <title>Deuteronomy 2:1-3:22 - Remember God’s Victories – Matt Johnson</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week we look at Deuteronomy 2–3 and discover how God’s past victories fuel courage for the future. Just as Israel was called to trust God after seeing His provision and power against kings like Sihon and Og, we too are invited to step into the unknown with confidence, not because of our strength, but because of His faithfulness. Like driving with both a rearview mirror and a windshield, we need the clarity of God’s past faithfulness and the courage to trust Him with what’s ahead. Is His past faithfulness enough for you to obey Him today?</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week we look at Deuteronomy 2–3 and discover how God’s past victories fuel courage for the future. Just as Israel was called to trust God after seeing His provision and power against kings like Sihon and Og, we too are invited to step into the unknown with confidence, not because of our strength, but because of His faithfulness. Like driving with both a rearview mirror and a windshield, we need the clarity of God’s past faithfulness and the courage to trust Him with what’s ahead. Is His past faithfulness enough for you to obey Him today?</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 23:36:32 -0700</pubDate>
      <author>Every Nation Vancouver</author>
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      <itunes:author>Every Nation Vancouver</itunes:author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week we look at Deuteronomy 2–3 and discover how God’s past victories fuel courage for the future. Just as Israel was called to trust God after seeing His provision and power against kings like Sihon and Og, we too are invited to step into the unknown with confidence, not because of our strength, but because of His faithfulness. Like driving with both a rearview mirror and a windshield, we need the clarity of God’s past faithfulness and the courage to trust Him with what’s ahead. Is His past faithfulness enough for you to obey Him today?</p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Sunday Sermon - Surrey Site<br>August 31st, 2025<br>Jonathan Mitchell</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Sunday Sermon - Surrey Site<br>August 31st, 2025<br>Jonathan Mitchell</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:28:38 -0700</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Sunday Sermon - Surrey Site<br>August 31st, 2025<br>Jonathan Mitchell</p>]]>
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