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The Renewed Mind

Peace is the fruit of a renewed mind. Not just an inner peace and calm, but a desire and intention for peacemaking…

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Posted on November 6, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

A Vision of Peace

We don’t get very far when we claim, “I don’t see color.” Reconciliation isn’t about what we can’t see, but what we can. This…

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Posted on September 25, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

What’s the Problem?

Reconciliation is obviously necessary between enemies, but what if you don’t feel like enemies? There are other times when reconciliation is necessary….

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Posted on September 18, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

Reconcilers Are Interruptible and Approachable

Reconciliation means enemies and strangers becoming neighbors and friends. It’s as much about overcoming distance as it is overcoming hostility. In Jesus,…

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Posted on September 11, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

Why the Church Needs Perfect People

Jesus said, “Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect.” What on earth does that mean? Can it even be done? Our…

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Posted on June 19, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

Back from the Dead

Second sermon in our series Everyday Resurrection during Easter season. Today’s text is Ezekiel 37.1-14, paired with John 20.19-23 a bit later in…

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Posted on April 10, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

Gratitude and Shame

This is the third sermon in our Lent series Apathy and the Passion titled “Gratitude and Shame” from Colossians 3.12-17.

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Posted on February 28, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

Growing in Mercy

Peter Hough’s sermon on Mark 2.1-12: “Growing in Mercy.”

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Posted on January 17, 2016 by altonmission in Sermons, Uncategorized

Be Strong: Pray

Peter Hough’s sermon on Ephesians 6.10-20: “Be Strong: Pray.”

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Posted on August 23, 2015 by altonmission in Sermons

On Reconciliation, or Don’t Forget That You Were Outsiders

Peter Hough’s sermon on Ephesians 2.11-22: “On Reconciliation, or Don’t Forget That You Were Outsiders.”

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Posted on July 19, 2015 by altonmission in Sermons

The Cornerstone of Justice

Peter Hough’s sermon on Amos 7.7-15: “The Cornerstone of Justice.”

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Posted on July 12, 2015 by altonmission in Sermons

A Beautiful Church

Peter Hough’s sermon on Ephesians 2.10-22: “A Beautiful Church.”

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Posted on January 25, 2015 by altonmission in Sermons

How True It Is

Peter Hough’s sermon on Acts 10: “How True It Is.” Plus the communion meditation on Ephesians 2 and 3.

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Posted on August 24, 2014 by altonmission in Sermons

Mission and Values

Our mission is to love God, love people, and teach others to do the same (i.e., make disciples). We find it helpful…

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Posted on May 15, 2014 by altonmission in Values, Who We Are (menu)

Victorious Love

Peter Hough’s sermon on John 15.1-27: “Victorious Love.”

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Posted on April 20, 2014 by altonmission in Sermons

My Grace Is Sufficient for You

Paul Militzer’s sermon on 2 Corinthians 12.7-10: “My Grace Is Sufficient for You.”

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Posted on April 13, 2014 by altonmission in Sermons

Power Under Control

Peter Hough’s sermon on Job 38.4-21 and 40.8-14: “Power Under Control.”

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Posted on April 6, 2014 by altonmission in Sermons

Anger: The Violence Within

Ashley Smiley’s sermon on Matthew 5.14-26: “Anger: The Violence Within.”

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Posted on March 30, 2014 by altonmission in Sermons
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