Our Mission Week 2
Our Mission: Meeting Needs with Wisdom and Generosity In the second week of our mission series, we explored the theme of meeting needs with wisdom and generosity. The sermon was anchored in the story of Jesus healing the paralyzed man at the Pool of Bethesda from John 5:1-15. This narrative provided a backdrop to discuss how we as a community can discern which needs to meet and how to do so in a way that aligns with God’s will. Key…
Our Mission
Our Mission: Making Friends In this first week of our new series on “Our Mission,” we explore the profound theme of friendship within the church community. Drawing from biblical narratives, we discuss how the church can address the pervasive loneliness in our world today by fostering genuine friendships. Key Biblical Passages The Mission of the Church The mission of the church is to free people from their “grave clothes,” symbolizing the vestments of a life bound by sin, and to…
Miracles Week 11
Miracles Week 11: The Power, Passion, and Purpose of Jesus In the final sermon of our series on miracles, we explore the profound significance of two pivotal miracles in the Bible: the Exodus and the raising of Lazarus from the dead. These events are examined through the lens of three benchmarks: Power, Passion, and Purpose. The Miracle of the Exodus The Miracle of Raising Lazarus Our focus shifts to the New Testament and the miracle of raising Lazarus, recorded in…
Miracles Week 10
Miracles Week 10: The True Mission of Jesus In the tenth week of our series on miracles, we explored the intriguing relationship between Jesus’ miraculous works and his ultimate mission. This sermon challenges the notion that Jesus sought to promote his miracles for popularity, drawing a parallel with the promotional tactics of the Ringling Brothers Circus. Mark 1:23-45 Key Themes: Conclusion The sermon concludes by urging believers to focus on sharing the core message of the Gospel: the miracle of…
Miracles Week 9
Miracles Week 9: The Power of Humility In our ongoing series on miracles, we delve into the story of Naaman from 2 Kings 5:1-19. This narrative is a compelling illustration of how humility can create space for divine intervention, while pride can obstruct it. The Story of Naaman Naaman, a revered commander of the army of Aram, was a man of great power and prestige. However, he suffered from leprosy, a condition that no amount of status or wealth could…
Miracles Week 8
Miracles Week 8: Finding Thin Places In the eighth installment of our “Miracles” series, we delve into the concept of “thin places”—moments where God breaks into our world to reveal His love, power, and glory. These moments, though rare today, were abundant during Jesus’ time on Earth, particularly through His miracles. John 1:14 – The Incarnation as a Thin Place The sermon highlights the incarnation of Jesus as the ultimate “thin place.” As described in John 1:14, “The Word became…
Miracles Week 7
Miracles Week 7: Praise in the Midst of the Storm In our ongoing series on miracles, we have explored the spiritual dimensions of reality and how God occasionally breaks through into our material world. This week, we delve into the power of praise during life’s storms and how it positions us to witness divine intervention. The Context: Acts 16 This week’s sermon is anchored in Acts 16, a chapter full of miraculous events. Paul and Silas, after being unjustly imprisoned for casting out…
The 10 Commandments Week 3
Understanding the Second Commandment: Worship in Spirit and Truth In this Bible study session, we delve deep into the essence of the first two commandments, with a particular focus on the second commandment as outlined in Exodus 20:4-6. This commandment not only defines how we should worship but also warns against the dangers of idolatry. The First Commandment: Prioritizing God We begin with a brief overview of the first commandment: “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:3).…
Miracles Week 6
Miracles Week 6: Embracing Faith and Bold Prayer In this week’s sermon, we delve into the profound themes of faith and prayer, exploring how these elements are essential in experiencing God’s miracles. The sermon draws heavily from the story found in Mark 11, where Jesus curses a fig tree and teaches his disciples about the power of faith-driven prayer. Key Scripture: Mark 11:20-24 Jesus’s interaction with the fig tree serves as a powerful illustration of faith and prayer. When Peter…