Listen to daily messages from Pastor Robbie Symons and the Live in the Light team. Live in the Light is a ministry of Hope Bible Church Oakville.
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What a powerful reflection on Psalm 90:12-17! It really brings to light how we often take the preciousness of life for granted, and yet, the psalmist’s prayer reminds us to live intentionally, seeking God’s wisdom. The brevity of life, paired with the hope of God’s favour, really underscores how important it is to align our hearts with His will. Go…
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In Psalm 51:7-13, David continues his prayer of repentance after his sin with Bathsheba. He asks God to purify him, using the imagery of being cleansed with hyssop, a plant used for ceremonial purification. David acknowledges that only God can truly wash away his sins and restore his inner purity. He pleads for a clean heart and a renewed spirit, a…
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In Psalm 51:7-13, David continues his prayer of repentance after his sin with Bathsheba. He asks God to purify him, using the imagery of being cleansed with hyssop, a plant used for ceremonial purification. David acknowledges that only God can truly wash away his sins and restore his inner purity. He pleads for a clean heart and a renewed spirit, a…
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We begin a new series today examining great prayers of the Bible. Exodus 33:12-23 finds Moses conversing with God as he expresses a desire for God's presence to remain with the Israelites as they journey to the Promised Land. Moses asks God to show him His ways so that he can know God more intimately and lead the people effectively. God responds by…
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Jesus is the ultimate peacemaker - the "Prince of Peace." Through His death and resurrection, He reconciled sinful humanity to God, bringing peace between us and our Creator. As believers strive to become more like Christ, it naturally follows that we, too, are called to be peacemakers. Today's message reminds us that while Christ came to bring pea…
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We begin a new series today examining great prayers of the Bible. Exodus 33:12-23 finds Moses conversing with God as he expresses a desire for God's presence to remain with the Israelites as they journey to the Promised Land. Moses asks God to show him His ways so that he can know God more intimately and lead the people effectively. God responds by…
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God demonstrates His love for all people, regardless of skin color, cultural background, or heritage. The Lord embraces everyone equally. How does the Bible affirm this truth? We’ll explore how Genesis 1:26-27 and the gospel reveal the profound reality of equal dignity for all individuals.Av Live in the Light
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God demonstrates His love for all people, regardless of skin color, cultural background, or heritage. The Lord embraces everyone equally. How does the Bible affirm this truth? We’ll explore how Genesis 1:26-27 and the gospel reveal the profound reality of equal dignity for all individuals.Av Live in the Light
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Today, discussions around gender and sexuality are at the forefront. Amid various theories and misleading narratives, we will explore God’s design for humanity. Pastor Robbie uses Scripture to reveal God's intentions for mankind, His creation of man and woman, and the importance of protecting your mind with God's Word.…
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Today, discussions around gender and sexuality are at the forefront. Amid various theories and misleading narratives, we will explore God’s design for humanity. Pastor Robbie uses Scripture to reveal God's intentions for mankind, His creation of man and woman, and the importance of protecting your mind with God's Word.…
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Jesus is the ultimate peacemaker - he is the "Prince of Peace." Through His death and resurrection, He reconciled sinful humanity to God, bringing peace between us and our Creator. As believers strive to become more like Christ, it naturally follows that we, too, are called to be peacemakers. Today's message reminds us that while Christ came to bri…
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Wedding bells, cake, and elegant attire... but marriage is far more than just the wedding day. It’s a profound reflection of Christ-like, self-sacrificial love—a covenant grounded in commitment and care. That’s a lot to unpack! If you're seeking to understand how God's design for human life is mirrored in marriage, pay close attention. You are love…
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Wedding bells, cake, and elegant attire... but marriage is far more than just the wedding day. It’s a profound reflection of Christ-like, self-sacrificial love—a covenant grounded in commitment and care. That’s a lot to unpack! If you're seeking to understand how God's design for human life is mirrored in marriage, pay close attention. You are love…
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Imago Dei - What it means to be made in the Image of God P2
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29:30How does the concept of "Imago Dei" shape our identity, value, and way of life? Your worth is affirmed by God's authorship of your existence. In this message, Pastor Robbie dives into what it means to be created in the image of God and how this powerful truth transforms us. Tune in to discover the unchanging truth that no individual, cultural belie…
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Imago Dei - What it means to be made in the Image of God
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29:30How does the concept of "Imago Dei" shape our identity, value, and way of life? Your worth is affirmed by God's authorship of your existence. In this message, Pastor Robbie dives into what it means to be created in the image of God and how this powerful truth transforms us. Tune in to discover the unchanging truth that no individual, cultural belie…
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As Jesus wraps up his powerful Sermon on the Mount, he shares the analogy of two builders: one constructs his house on the firm foundation of rock, while the other builds on the unstable, shifting sand. In the end, the house built on sand is swept away by the elements, while the house built on rock stands firm, withstanding any storm. Jesus' messag…
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Many people associate meekness with weakness, viewing it as a flaw. Yet, Jesus challenges this worldly view by teaching that "the meek shall inherit the earth"—not the powerful. In biblical terms, meekness is not weakness; it is "strength under control." It means surrendering all authority to God, acknowledging that He alone holds ultimate power. M…
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As Jesus wraps up his powerful Sermon on the Mount, he shares the analogy of two builders: one constructs his house on the firm foundation of rock, while the other builds on the unstable, shifting sand. In the end, the house built on sand is swept away by the elements, while the house built on rock stands firm, withstanding any storm. Jesus' messag…
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The bible warns against false prophets who may appear outwardly harmless or even righteous, but their true nature is deceptive. Jesus uses the metaphor of fruit to illustrate this: just as a good tree produces good fruit and a bad tree produces bad fruit, so too will a person's actions reveal their true character. He emphasizes that false prophets,…
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Jesus calls us to live by the Golden Rule, treating others with love and respect. We are urged to choose the narrow, challenging path that leads to life, rather than the broad, easy road that leads to destruction. The narrow path is difficult at times, and can be discouraging but as Christ-followers, we persevere, knowing that this is the way to bl…
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Jesus calls us to follow the Golden Rule, treating others with love and respect. He urges us to take the narrow, difficult path that leads to life, rather than the wide, easy road that leads to destruction. While the narrow path can be challenging and at times discouraging, as followers of Christ, we press on, knowing it is the way to blessing, joy…
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Many people associate meekness with weakness, viewing it as a flaw. Yet, Jesus challenges this worldly view by teaching that "the meek shall inherit the earth"—not the powerful. In biblical terms, meekness is not weakness; it is "strength under control." It means surrendering all authority to God, acknowledging that He alone holds ultimate power. M…
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In Matthew 7, Jesus cautions that self-examination and humility should precede offering correction or judgment to others. Only after addressing our own issues and examining our own heart, can we help others with theirs in a constructive and loving way. Instead of being quick to criticize, we are called to show compassion and grace, knowing that we,…
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In Matthew 7, Jesus cautions that self-examination and humility should precede offering correction or judgment to others. Only after addressing our own issues and examining our own heart, can we help others with theirs in a constructive and loving way. Instead of being quick to criticize, we are called to show compassion and grace, knowing that we,…
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As we continue in Psalm 5 we discover the next 3 ingredients in this recipe for rejoicing. In part 1, we examined David's example calling us to earnest prayer and purity before God, which ultimately leads to joy, even in the midst of crisis. The truth of God's steadfast love, mercy and grace changes the life of the believer, refocuses perspective a…
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In our last message, we learned how spiritual poverty leads to riches. As we continue in the Beatitudes, Jesus now tells us that sorrow leads to joy: how is this possible? The sorrow and mourning that Christ refers to is not worldly sorry, but the sorrow that results over our sin. Grief and devastation over sin furthers our walk in sanctification, …
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As we continue in Psalm 5 we discover the next 3 ingredients in this recipe for rejoicing. In part 1, we examined David's example calling us to earnest prayer and purity before God, which ultimately leads to joy, even in the midst of crisis. The truth of God's steadfast love, mercy and grace changes the life of the believer, refocuses perspective a…
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Psalm 5, known as a morning psalm, finds David crying out in prayer to the Lord in the midst of his pain and sorrow. Yet even as he suffers, David is able to rejoice because he trusts God's faithfulness and goodness. He knows that the Lord is the only true source of joy - nothing else can satisfy his hungry heart! David understands that prayer is t…
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Psalm 5, known as a morning psalm, finds David crying out in prayer to the Lord in the midst of his pain and sorrow. Yet even as he suffers, David is able to rejoice because he trusts God's faithfulness and goodness. He knows that the Lord is the only true source of joy - nothing else can satisfy his hungry heart! David understands that prayer is t…
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The things that we prioritize in life will ultimately determine the path of our life. Pursuing goals that are temporal or physical are not necessarily wrong, but they must not be placed above those that are spiritual. God's word instructs us to seek first his Kingdom and his righteousness because that is where God's promises to his people are fulfi…
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The things that we prioritize in life will ultimately determine the path of our life. Pursuing goals that are temporal or physical are not necessarily wrong, but they must not be placed above those that are spiritual. God's word instructs us to seek first his Kingdom and his righteousness because that is where God's promises to his people are fulfi…
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In our last message, we learned how spiritual poverty leads to riches. As we continue in the Beatitudes, Jesus now tells us that sorrow leads to joy: how is this possible? The sorrow and mourning that Christ refers to is not worldly sorry, but the sorrow that results over our sin. Grief and devastation over sin furthers our walk in sanctification, …
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In today's passage, Jesus says, "No one can serve two masters." He explains that people cannot serve both God and money (or wealth). A person will inevitably choose one to prioritize over the other. This message reinforces the idea that one's ultimate allegiance must be to God, as divided loyalty will lead to spiritual failure. Christ warns us to m…
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In today's passage, Jesus says, "No one can serve two masters." He explains that people cannot serve both God and money (or wealth). A person will inevitably choose one to prioritize over the other. This message reinforces the idea that one's ultimate allegiance must be to God, as divided loyalty will lead to spiritual failure. Christ warns us to m…
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Find your treasure and find your heart! P2
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29:30Tim Keller is quoted as having said , "every other treasure you have to purchase: Jesus is the only treasure that purchased you". How true is that! Salvation is a free gift and is of infinite, incomparable value - there is nothing that even comes close. In light of this, the bible warns us about placing our trust and value in earthly things that ar…
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Find your treasure and find your heart!
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29:30Tim Keller is quoted as having said , "every other treasure you have to purchase: Jesus is the only treasure that purchased you". How true is that! Salvation is a free gift and is of infinite, incomparable value - there is nothing that even comes close. In light of this, the bible warns us about placing our trust and value in earthly things that ar…
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The discipline of fasting is the topic in today's text, but Christ's message is that which matters most to him: a pure heart. Fasting was and is a practice used to deny oneself in order to fervently seek and draw near to the Lord, and to glorify God. However, in this passage, we learn that the Pharisees would often draw attention to themselves whil…
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Today we begin a very special series expositing the greatest sermon ever given: the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus begins this message with the Beatitudes, the instructions for living a life that is blessed by God. Those who are born again and growing in sanctification recognize that as there is a decreasing focus and desire of self, and an increasing …
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The discipline of fasting is the topic in today's text, but Christ's message is that which matters most to him: a pure heart. Fasting was and is a practice used to deny oneself in order to fervently seek and draw near to the Lord, and to glorify God. However, in this passage, we learn that the Pharisees would often draw attention to themselves whil…
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Jesus’ teaching on prayer in Matthew 6 is a call to authenticity, humility, and intimacy with God. Christ demonstrated these values not only through His instructions but also through His own prayer life. By retreating to pray in private, by offering sincere and humble petitions, and by living a life of forgiveness, He set the example for a prayerfu…
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Jesus’ teaching on prayer in Matthew 6 is a call to authenticity, humility, and intimacy with God. Christ demonstrated these values not only through His instructions but also through His own prayer life. By retreating to pray in private, by offering sincere and humble petitions, and by living a life of forgiveness, He set the example for a prayerfu…
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John 11 cites the greatest of all Jesus' miracles documented in this gospel. The story of Christ raising Lazarus from the dead demonstrates his supreme power and complete authority over everything - including death. As believers and followers of Christ, we have no reason to fear death: through his sacrifice on the cross and his resurrection, Jesus …
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John 11 cites the greatest of all Jesus' miracles documented in this gospel. The story of Christ raising Lazarus from the dead demonstrates his supreme power and complete authority over everything - including death. As believers and followers of Christ, we have no reason to fear death: through his sacrifice on the cross and his resurrection, Jesus …
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Today we begin a very special series expositing the greatest sermon ever given: the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus begins this message with the Beatitudes, the instructions for living a life that is blessed by God. Those who are born again and growing in sanctification recognize that as there is a decreasing focus and desire of self, and an increasing …
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John Newton's well known hymn, "Amazing Grace" uses words taken directly from today's text. "I was blind but now I see" exclaims the man when Jesus restores his sight. Through the Lord's healing touch, the man is no longer a captive, locked in a world of darkness but now freed to live in one of light! Newton understood that before knowing Christ, w…
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John Newton's well known hymn, "Amazing Grace" uses words taken directly from today's text. "I was blind but now I see" exclaims the man when Jesus restores his sight. Through the Lord's healing touch, the man is no longer a captive, locked in a world of darkness but now freed to live in one of light! Newton understood that before knowing Christ, w…
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We often hear the 'trials' of life referred to as 'storms'. In today's message, the disciples face a literal storm on the Sea of Galilee. Surrounded by darkness, violent winds and waves crashing over their modest fishing boat, fear and anxiety overcomes them as they encounter physical danger and possible death. Suddenly, in the midst of the chaos, …
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