Partners by Pastor Abidan Shah

This weekend’s message is titled “PARTNERS.” Paul regarded the Philippians as partners in the gospel; their relationship moved Paul to pray for them, that God would bless them and that they would abound in love. Paul’s love for the Philippians is evident in how he prays for them.
Impact by Pastor Abidan Shah

IMPACT by Pastor Shah, Clearview Church, Henderson Introduction: Have you been to restaurants where the food may be great or not so great but the service is wonderful and friendly? What emotions come to your mind when you think about that place? You want to go back. You even recommend it to friends and family. […]
Transformed by Pastor Abidan Shah

The title of this message is “TRANSFORMED.” We will examine three very different individuals who encountered Paul and whose lives were completely changed by the power of the gospel. God used Paul’s ministry to meet these people where they were and transform their lives.
The Joy-Producer by Pastor Abidan Shah

This next message is titled “The Joy-Producer.” We will learn from Jesus’ miracle at the wedding in Cana how he brought joy to us through his coming. This is very important because many of us think and believe that truth is only negative and it only hurts. Nothing could be further from the truth. Know Jesus, Know Joy!
The Sin-Forgiver by Pastor Abidan Shah

What Jesus was implying was that He was God. This message will again challenge us to remember that Jesus has the power to forgive us our sins, which is greater than any miracle story.
The Life-Giver by Pastor Abidan Shah

In this episode of Jesus’ ministry we see Him stopping a funeral procession and bringing a dead man to life. As you can imagine, it made a radical impact on the onlookers. Even today Jesus is bringing the spiritually dead to life, which is the greater miracle!
Miracles Happen by Pastor Abidan Shah

The first message is titled “Miracles Happen”. Instead of jumping in and looking at the miracles we will begin looking at the question, “Do Miracles Happen?” Unfortunately, people have become armchair skeptics. This message will challenge is to open our eyes of faith and believe God.
Be the Gospel by Pastor Abidan Shah

We are all familiar with the account of Jonah being swallowed by the big fish but did you know that it enacted the resurrection of Jesus? Did you know that Jonah became a demonstration of the gospel of Christ?
When God Calls You by Pastor Abidan Shah

First, we will see how Matthew got his call to follow Jesus and how he immediately complied. We need to remember that God is constantly calling men and women, boys and girls to follow Him. Is He calling you? What is your answer?
Furthermore, Matthew got busy inviting his old buddies to come and meet Jesus. Do your friends know Jesus? Have you invited them to meet Him?
ENCOUNTERS 4 (CLEARVIEW FOLLOWUP)

Here are some key points to remember from the message Encounters 4
Encounters: Engaging People the Jesus Way (The Downtrodden) by Pastor Abidan Shah

In this message we will meet a desperate hopeless person who had an encounter with Christ. Do you know someone like this person? You feel sorry for them. You empathize with them. But have you introduced them to Christ?
ENCOUNTERS 3 (CLEARVIEW FOLLOWUP)

Here are the followup questions to today’s message ENCOUNTERS 1
Encounters: Engaging People the Jesus Way (The Outcast) by Pastor Abidan Shah

In this sermon we will meet an outcast and outspoken woman who is thirsty for eternal life. Jesus comes to meet her at the well and shows her the well of eternal springs. Do you know people like the Samaritan woman?
Encounters: Engaging People the Jesus Way (The Intellectual)

Between John 3-5 we see Jesus interacting with four different individuals with different personalities and hang-ups. Instead of getting frustrated or defensive with them, He responded to them with wisdom and compassion. As a result, each of them found eternal life.
THE SECRET TO GROWING A CHURCH (ARTICLE)

Now that I have your attention, let me confess – it is no secret. In fact, it’s been lying in plain sight for two thousand years! History shows that whenever men and women, boys and girls actually put it to use, churches were filled and the kingdom of God grew by leaps and bounds! Read on!
Episode 4: Why Four Gospels? (ft. Dr David Alan Black)
In this fourth episode of HoiHoi Polloi Pod Cast Image Polloi, Abidan Shah interviews Dr. David Alan Black, a noted New Testament scholar and the Dr. M. O. Owens Jr., professor of New Testament and Greek at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest. In this episode we discuss Dr. Black’s book “Why Four Gospels?: The Historical Origins of the Gospels.” Along with a brief intro to the synoptic problem, Black introduces us to the Four-fold Gospel hypothesis. If you have any questions or topics you would like to be discussed, tweet them to @hoipolloiradio.
FAITH YOU CAN BET ON

FAITH YOU CAN BET ON by Pastor Shah, Clearview Church, Henderson This morning we begin a brand new series titled, “WHAT IF GOD LIVED NEXT DOOR?” I’ve never been more excited about a series than this one! This series will cover the entire life of Christ from all four gospels. The first message is on […]
UNCHANGING GOSPEL FOR CHANGING TIMES

It is up to us to step out of our comfort zones and understand the philosophy and worldview of people around us and then communicate the gospel to them in a way they will understand.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU GET SAVED

Many people remain confused as to what really happens when they get saved.
REMOVING OBSTACLES TO GETTING SAVED

There is a big difference between excuses and obstacles.