3/19/2023

The Bible is made up of 66 different books that weave together one truly epic story! When we look at books of the Bible individually, we can sometimes miss the big picture God is trying to show us. What is the overarching message of the Bible?

Bible Creation

2/26/2023 - 3/12/2023

It can happen to anyone – one day you wake up and realize you’re not where you thought you’d be. You thought you’d have that career by now. You thought you’d have a thriving marriage by now. You thought you’d be a parent by now. How do you keep moving forward when it feels like life is passing you by?

Holy Spirit Faith Holiness Persecution Forgiveness Comparison Work Blessing Obedience Sin

2/5/2023 - 2/19/2023

Within this series lies the truth. Actually, it’s the truth about lies. Satan has an endless supply of lies and accusations that keep you from being the person God wants you to be. Learn how to discern God’s truth and find your true identity in Christ.

Salvation Sin The Law The Ministry of Christ Faith Grace Identity Holy Spirit Temptation

1/15/2023 - 1/29/2023

Why do we exist as a church? All local churches have been given the charge by Jesus Christ to “go and make disciples.” But who are we as Bedford Alliance Church? Learn more about our specific mission and how you can be part of it.

Discipleship Gospel Grace Culture God's Will Obedience The Kingdom of God Glory The Church

1/8/2023

Do you believe in miracles? Some may attribute it to luck or coincidence, but we think God is involved when the impossible happens. Although we serve a God of miracles, His miraculous power may not always come when or look how you expect.

Worship Sovereignty Salvation God's Will

1/1/2023

To give your first is to give your best. When you give someone the first of your time, you’re showing how important they are to you. When you put your spouse’s needs first, you’re showing them how much you love them. So what does it mean to put God first?

God's Will Tithing The Law The Ministry of Christ

12/25/2022

What does Christmas morning look like at your house? For many of us, it looks like a chaotic mess of newly opened toys strewn on the ground, mounds of discarded wrapping paper, empty boxes, and well-intentioned cinnamon rolls burning in the oven. Sometimes our lives feel out of control. Although in life you can’t always control, you can always surrender.

Surrender Christmas Peace

12/24/2022

Will the real Jesus please stand up? With so many religions and claims of truth in the world, how can we know what is real? The Old Testament of the Bible is a letter God wrote to His people pointing them to the fulfillment of long-ago prophecies through the One who would be born on Christmas Day.

Christmas Salvation Second Coming

11/27/2022 - 12/18/2022

People reject God for several reasons. Maybe they’ve been hurt and feel they just can’t believe in a good God when bad things happen. Others want to believe in God but can’t sense His presence. Whatever the reason, people are usually not rejecting the God of Bible. They’re rejecting a misunderstood view of God.

Hypocrisy Holiness Grace Faith The Law The Ministry of Christ Suffering Sovereignty Sin Salvation God's Will Holy Spirit

11/13/2022 - 11/20/2022

Running away from God is nothing new. We see it through the story of Jonah, and we see it in our own lives. Although we can run from God, we can’t outrun God. He is a God of second chances, always ready and waiting for us to rediscover His epic grace.

Idolatry Grace Faith Suffering Hope Surrender Obedience

6/5/2022 - 11/6/2022

It’s no secret that we live in a scary world. Sometimes it seems easier to just ignore hard issues and pretend they don’t exist. But Jesus addressed difficult topics head on, and so should we. In this series, we’ll have an open conversation about the hard issues we face in our culture today.

Culture Community Anxiety Faith Forgiveness Identity Hope Obedience Addiction

10/16/2022 - 10/30/2022

We’re fighting a battle in a world beyond the one we can see. The war between good and evil is part of a supernatural, spiritual world that’s all around us. How can we prepare ourselves for invisible battles?

Culture Forgiveness Pride The Ministry of Christ Spiritual Warfare Suffering Sin Holy Spirit

9/11/2022 - 10/9/2022

How do we remain hopeful in a world that seems hopelessly broken? How do we trust a God that seems absent? How do we find peace in a world that is spinning out of control? If you’ve ever asked questions like these, you’re not alone. Uncertainty is nothing new, and the uncertainty we face today is no different from the uncertainty faced by the men and women of the Bible. Through their stories, we can see how God was moving and faithful, even through times of turmoil. No matter what you’re facing, know that God still has a hope and a future for you.

The Kingdom of God Sovereignty Sin God's Will Hope Encouragement Joy Prayer Anxiety Bible Faith

8/28/2022 - 9/4/2022

Have you ever looked at your life and wondered, “How did I end up here?” As human beings, we tend to deviate from the path God wants for us. Staying on course requires dedication and self-examination. Through this series, learn how to draw near to God and stop being a wanderer.

Holy Spirit Addiction Sin Surrender God's Will Idolatry Salvation Faith Bible

8/21/2022

It can be difficult to discern God’s will for your life. When faced with tough decisions, how do you make the right choice? Find out what to do when you’re left asking, “What’s next?”

God's Will Discernment Wisdom Marriage

8/14/2022

Sometimes what you’re going through doesn’t line up with what you know about God. You ask, “How long, Lord?” How long until my loved one is healed? How long until my prayers are answered? How long until the suffering ends?

Doubt Patience Faith Prayer

7/24/2022

Too often we’re prisoners of our own thoughts. We become paralyzed by the voices in our head that tell us we need to worry, we’re not good enough, or that we won’t ever change. How do you escape this pattern of unhealthy thinking? Learn what it means to take your thoughts captive and rewire your thinking.

Doubt Sound Doctrine Obedience God's Promises Bible Faith

7/10/2022 - 7/17/2022

It’s obvious we don’t live in a perfect world. Bad things happen around us all the time. Turn on the news and you’ll hear stories of natural disasters, shootings, poverty, and brokenness. In your own life, you might be affected by illness, addiction, job loss, abuse, or another terrible situation. If our world is so full of bad things, how can God possibly be good?

Sovereignty Suffering Pain

7/3/2022

Do you ever feel like you’re running on empty? It doesn’t have to be that way! God desires that you would be clothed with His power – you just have to know how to access it.

God's Promises God's Will Faith Prayer Holy Spirit

6/19/2022

Have you ever fallen into a cycle of shame? You ask yourself, “Why don’t I have the power to change?” Self-discipline is the act of choosing what you want most over what you want now. Learn to break the cycle of shame and stop doing what you don’t want to do.

Sin Discipline Temptation

5/29/2022

You most likely have a friend or family member who encouraged you to begin your spiritual journey. As you remember the people who guided the start of your relationship with Jesus, consider the people in your life who you could help do the same.

Forgiveness Faith Community

5/15/2022 - 5/22/2022

Worry and fear can keep you up at night. When you become overly anxious, it can take a toll on you mentally and physically. Throughout the Bible, God tells us, “Do not worry,” and “Do not fear.” How do you rise above your worries and fears to live God’s calling to the abundant life?

God's Promises Worry Fear Anxiety

5/8/2022

If you believe in a God of miracles, why not ask for it?

Prayer Pain Blessing Obedience

5/1/2022

We can’t choose the family we’re born into. Some of us are fortunate enough to grow up in a loving home. Others are faced with struggling family members, addicted family members, or abusive family members. The good news is that no matter what family you were born into, you can choose to become part of God’s family.

Family Community Addiction

4/24/2022

Worshiping idols has been a problem since the fall of Adam and Eve. Our souls are vulnerable to the seduction of idolatry. We’re made to worship something. How can we be sure our worship is focused on the right thing?

Worship Faith Idolatry

4/17/2022

There are moments in history that change us forever – Pearl Harbor. September 11, 2001. Covid-19. These moments reveal our vulnerability and keep us from ever going back to the way we once were. Over 2,000 years ago, a moment in history changed everything. Because Jesus is risen, our past, present, and future will never be the same.

Resurrection Easter Hope Justification Sin Salvation

4/15/2022

Most of us are familiar with John 3:16: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only son…” God loved you so much, He came to this earth in human form. God loved you so much, He experienced the pain and suffering of the cross. God loved you so much, He sacrificed His only Son’s life for you. God loved you in this way.

Gospel Resurrection Communion Crucifixion

4/10/2022

When you’re overwhelmed with pain, pressure, and problems, control can become a source of comfort. We like to believe that we have control over our lives, but control is actually an illusion. Although we don’t have the power to control, we always have the power to surrender.

Salvation Pain Sorrow Surrender

3/20/2022 - 4/3/2022

Grace is part of the greatest story ever told. It’s the story of God sending His Son to die on a cross for us and Jesus overcoming death. Grace is the reason we rejoice and hope for the future. Learn more about the grace God offers you and the ways you can extend grace to those around you.

The Ministry of Christ Service Sin Grace Family Discipleship

2/13/2022 - 3/13/2022

What do you do when life swallows you? Sometimes the choices we make hurt ourselves and hurt others. In the middle of the storm, we need to learn to trust God and hear His voice above the crashing waves. Learn how to navigate the storms of life and keep the storms around you from becoming the storms inside you.

God's Will Pain Hope The Fall Suffering Sin Sanctification Prayer Fear Encouragement Faith Character Doubt

2/6/2022

Because we have experienced God’s love, hope, and mercy first-hand, we are compelled to make Him known to all peoples of all nations. We believe in sharing all of Jesus to all the world!

Culture Gospel Missions

1/9/2022 - 1/30/2022

You haven’t finished your life story. What will you do with the blank pages? The decisions you make today will determine your destiny tomorrow. When you learn how to discern God’s will, you'll always be headed in the right direction. In this series, you will learn how to seek God's will for your life and how He cares more about who you are than what you do.

Wisdom God's Will God's Promises Discernment Surrender Obedience Faith Fear Distraction

1/2/2022

Focusing on eternity gives us endurance for this life and helps us center on our lives on what really matters. Learn how eternal thinking can fuel your everyday living.

Gospel Heaven Persecution Bible

12/26/2021

What takes your time away from God? One of Satan’s greatest tactics is keeping us so busy, we put God in the background. In today’s world, it’s easy to become distracted as we are pulled in several directions. How can we keep our focus on God?

Culture Culture Faith Faith Distraction Distraction

12/5/2021 - 12/25/2021

Have you ever waited for something for a really long time? You go through so many emotions in that season of waiting – anticipation, longing, hope, frustration, impatience. God’s people waited thousands of years for the fulfillment of a long-ago promise. They wanted a better life and a Savior who could take away their sins. In quiet anticipation, the world waited for the One who was to come. Then one silent night, the wait was over. The heavens and earth rejoiced at the realization of the Savior. Jesus Christ was born. His life began on this earth in a manger, and he would start a movement that would change the world forever.

The Ministry of Christ Sin Salvation History Birth of Christ Christmas Crucifixion Bible

10/24/2021 - 11/28/2021

Your negative habits could be taking over your life. Jesus Christ has come to set you free from the actions and mindsets that hold you hostage. Whatever habit you just can’t break - fear, worry, compromise, judgment, sin – it’s time to quit!

Hypocrisy Resurrection Prayer Fear Faith Culture Sin Salvation The Kingdom of God The Ministry of Christ God's Promises Compromise Worry Doubt

10/3/2021 - 10/17/2021

It’s easy to point out the flaws in others. We clearly see what others have done wrong and what they could do better. What’s not as easy is honest, authentic self-reflection. God has commanded us to examine our own hearts. We need to reflect on how we judge ourselves, what our lives reflect about God, and how we’re using the gifts God has given us.

Sin The Ministry of Christ The Kingdom of God The Law Envy Comparison The Church Faith Gospel Heaven

9/26/2021

The Bible tells us, “Do not judge.” Or does it? This phrase is most commonly used when people feel criticized for their actions by Christians. So how do we properly interpret this part of Scripture?

Pride Judgment Bible Discernment Sin Sound Doctrine

7/11/2021 - 9/19/2021

We are saved by faith alone, but faith without works is dead. The world is tired of hearing about Jesus’ love – they want to see it. People are not easily convinced to believe without proof. If we are true followers of Jesus Christ, our faith will be reflected in how we live to prove that our faith is real, observable, and authentic.

Anger Bible Faith Character Community Prayer Grace Encouragement Forgiveness God's Promises The Church Conflict Patience Envy Justification Blessing Obedience Wisdom Work The Law Sin Temptation

8/22/2021

Life Challenge is a residential rehabilitation center providing hope, healing, and help to people struggling with drug addiction. Today, we’ll hear from Pastor Jeff Bonzelaar who is the Executive Director of Life Challenge in Detroit and Flint.

Addiction

8/1/2021

Guest Speaker – Alliance Worker Andrew Brake.

Culture Gospel Missions

7/4/2021

During Jesus’ ministry on earth, he prayed for unity among the believers. One of Satan’s most successful schemes is to divide us because unified believers in Christ are unstoppable. Today, we’ll learn about three reasons to pray for unity.

Unity The Church Prayer

6/20/2021 - 6/27/2021

We worship a big God. When we examine the sun, the stars, and the sky, we can sense the enormity and power of our God. Truly understanding God’s power can quickly turn our awe of Him into fear. But is fear really such a bad thing?

Glory Worship Wisdom Sin Creation Bible Fear Prayer

6/13/2021

What is your attitude toward God? Your attitude can be displeasing to God, drive you further from God, or, if you choose, bring you closer to Him.

Pride Character Anxiety Hope Mercy Addiction

6/6/2021

Technology is changing our world. How we live, work, and relate to others is different today because of technology. Although technology makes our lives easier, does it make our relationships more fulfilling?

Community Culture

5/2/2021 - 5/30/2021

Our thoughts are powerful. They change our perspective, impact our decisions, and influence our habits. But what do we do when we become trapped by our thoughts, unable to escape negative and unhealthy thinking?

Conflict Sin Forgiveness Prayer Joy Hypocrisy Holiness Faith Community Worship