HOPE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

Coronation- Celebration of the installation of a King or victory in war. Palms- Connects to the Feast of Booths celebrating God’s provision and presence through the 40-year wilderness journey Donkey- An arrival marked by humility. Hosanna- “Save us now” - a cry for help that developed into a joyful declaration of praise, similar to "Hallelujah." Passover- The final passover lamb has arrived. 3 Vie...

When God Reaffirms His Promise (Genesis 17:1–8)   When God Marks His People (Genesis 17:9–14)   When God Confronts Our Unbelief (Genesis 17:15–27) Reflection Questions   Icebreakers: When you hear the phrase “That’s unbelievable!” what’s something that comes to mind from sports or life? Do you tend to be more skeptical or trusting when something sounds too good to be true? What’s the difference be...

Genesis 16-17 1. When We Take Matters Into Our Own Hands (Genesis 16:1–6)   2. When No One Sees Your Pain (Genesis 16:7–14) 3. When God Renames Your Story (Genesis 17:1–14)   4. When We Laugh at God’s Promises (Genesis 17:15–27)   Reflection Questions Where do you see people in this story trying to control their own future instead of trusting God? Where have you seen your own impatience and schemi...

Introduction 1. The Waiting Room of Faith (Genesis 15:1–5)   2. The Breakthrough of Faith (Genesis 15:6)   3. The Covenant that Secures the Promise (Genesis 15:7–21) Reflection Questions The sermon described the “waiting room of faith.” What does that phrase mean to you personally right now? Recall the story of Adonirum Judson in relation to this topic and his quote, “The future is as bright as th...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody    Genesis 13-14 Introduction/Recap Bethel vs. Ai (Genesis 12) Adversity (anxiety/fear) vs. Faith (Gen. 12)   Abundance (apathy/pride) vs. Humility (Gen. 13) Two Kings: Sodom vs. Salem (Gen. 14) Reflection Questions In Genesis 13, abundance (wealth, livestock) becomes a new test for Abram and Lot, shifting from adversity/fear to apathy/pride. How does abundance someti...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody    Gen. 12:1-20 Introduction: From Beginnings to Wrestling I. Wrestling with Faith (Genesis 12:1–9) II. Wrestling with Fear (Genesis 12:10–20)   Reflection Questions How can the concept of 'wrestling with faith/fear' help us understand our struggles in our spiritual journeys? How might this wrestling challenge some traditional notions of “faith”?  Why is it significan...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody    Scattered to Gathered Gen. 9:18-11:9 Introduction:  I. Clean Slate, Crooked Hearts (Genesis 9:18–28)   II. One Family, Many Nations (Genesis 10)   III. One Language, One Rebellion (Genesis 11:1–9)   IV. From Scattering to Gathering: The Babel Reversal (Acts 2:1-11)   V. From Every Nation to One People: The Final Gathering (Revelation 7:9–10)   Reflection Questions...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody    2 Corinthians 1:8-11 I. When You Hit Rock Bottom (vv. 8–9)   II. Who You Trust When You’re Empty (vv. 9–10)   III. How God Chooses to Work: Through the Prayers of His People (v. 11)   IV. What Runs Our Church? Reflection Questions What does it mean when Paul states that God allows us to experience weakness so we learn to rely on Him? Reflecting on a time you hit ro...

Genesis 8-9 After the Storm (Genesis 8:20-22) God Speaks (Genesis 8:21-22; 9:8-11)   The Sign in the Sky (Genesis 9:12-17)   The Greater Rainbow   Life Under the Covenant   Reflection Questions What does it mean to live under the covenant of grace as described in the sermon? How does the concept of covenant in the Bible differ from a contract? What does it mean for God to 'remember' us according t...

Gensesis 7-8 Flood Ark  Dove  Altar  Aroma Cross Reflection Questions 1. Noah obeyed God before he could see rain or results. Where might God be asking you to trust and obey Him right now, even when it feels costly, confusing, or misunderstood? 2. What similarities do you notice between the creation story and the sending of the dove? Why do you think Scripture wants us to see the flood as a kind o...

Gen. 6:5-8 / 6:9-7:24 Introduction:  I. God’s Eyes — “The LORD Saw”    II. God’s Heart — “He Was Grieved”   III. God’s Hand — Judgment and Reckoning   IV. God’s Grace — “But Noah Found Favor”   Small Group Discussion Questions Paul David Tripp says in the realm of faith, imagination helps us perceive what is real but unseen. How has your imagination or spiritual vision been shaped by life for the...

Pastor Jordan Moody    Genesis 6:1–10 Introduction: Strange, but Sacred  CLASSROOM: THE TWO VIEWS  Sethite View:     Fallen Angel View:    Conclusion and Exhortation:  Small Group Discussion Questions   Facing the Strange: What do you usually do when you come across a “strange” or confusing passage in Scripture? How can trusting that “all Scripture is God-breathed” change your approach to those mo...

Matt. 2:1–12; Eph. 3:1–12 Introduction:  Magi (Matthew 2:1–12)   The Mystery (Ephesians 3:1–6)   The Message (Ephesians 3:7–9) The Means (Ephesians 3:10-12) Small Group Discussion Questions   The sermon contrasted searching everywhere with seeking where God has already revealed Himself. Where do you most often look for meaning, comfort, or control when you feel unsettled—and what would it look lik...

Pastor Jordan Moody    Isaiah 55:1-3 Introduction:  I. The Invitation We All Need: Acknowledging Our Thirst (Isaiah 55:1)   II. The Futility of Empty Pursuits: Rejecting What Doesn't Satisfy (Isaiah 55:2)   III. Grace as Our Hope: Embracing God's Eternal Promises (Isaiah 55:3) Conclusion:   Small Group Discussion Questions Share a fun or relatable moment from your holiday season this year—maybe a...

Introduction: We Are Made For Love Luke 2:8–14, Eph. 3:17–19, 1 John 4:10 The Wonder of Christ: Who, Why, and How Who Why How Conclusion: Haste and Hail Small Group Discussion Questions What’s the difference between the motivators of fear, hate, or love? Which is the greatest and why? The question “Who then is this?” echoes throughout Jesus’ ministry. How has your understanding of who Jesus is gro...

Luke 2:8–14,2 Cor. 5:14–21, John 1:1,14, Phil. 2:4–8    Introduction:  I. The Message the Angels Sang (Verse 1) — Peace & Reconciliation   II. The Mystery the Angels Adored (Verse 2) — Incarnation & Humiliation   III. The Mission the Angels Announced (Verse 3) — Salvation & New Birth   Conclusion:  Small Group Discussion Questions What’s your favorite Christmas carol?  What do you like...

Introduction:  1. The Legacy of Cain: Building Without God (Genesis 4:17–24) 2. The Legacy of Seth: Hoping in God (Genesis 4:25–5:32)   3. The Legacy of Enoch: Pleasing God by Faith (Genesis 5:21–24 + Hebrews 11:5–6) Conclusion: What Legacy Are You Leaving?   Small Group Discussion Questions   “The direction you walk today determines the legacy you leave tomorrow.” What small daily choices or habi...

Genesis 4:1-16, 25-26   Introduction: East of Eden   Walkthrough: Why No Regard for Cain?   The Crouching Sin (Gen 4:7) Conclusion:  The Better Word (Hebrews 12:24)   Small Group Discussion Questions Have you ever envied someone who seemed more blessed or accepted by God (like Abel)? How did that envy affect your heart or your relationship with them? Cain asked, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” What’s...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody Genesis 3:8-24   THE FALL INTO SIN – SATAN’S 5-STEP STRATEGY 1. Doubt  2. Desire 3. Deception  4. Disobedience 5. Disgrace/Death    The Curse of Sin    CONCLUSION – THE SNAKE-CRUSHER   Small Group Discussion Questions 1. How do the doubts raised by the serpent in Genesis 3 manifest in our own lives today? Describe the scene in Genesis 3 and what stands out to you? Wha...

Genesis 3:1-7 1. The Origin of the Serpent — The Cause 2. The Origin of Satan — The Adversary 3. The Origin of Sin — The Curse 4. The Bronze Serpent — The Cure Small Group Discussion Questions The serpent was described as “crafty” and subtle (Genesis 3:1). Where do you think the enemy works most subtly in your own life or in our culture today? The first temptation began with, “Did God really say?”...

Genesis 2:18-25  1. The Problem – “It Is Not Good” (v. 18)   2. The Provision – God Makes a Helper (vv. 19–22)   3. The Pattern – Bone of My Bones (vv. 23–24)   4. The Purity – Naked and Unashamed (v. 25)   5. The Promise – From Shame to Redemption   Small Group Discussion Questions   Why do you think God said it was “not good for man to be alone”? What does this teach us about our need for relati...

Genesis 2:4-17 Introduction   Zooming In on the Story of Humanity (2:4)   Walking Through the Garden (Genesis 2:5–17)   Who: Adam    Where: Garden    What: Two Trees    Why: Work and Keep   Conclusion   Small Group Discussion Questions   How does the shift from Genesis 1’s cosmic view of creation (parataxis) to Genesis 2’s intimate story of creation (hypotaxis) impact you, and what can we draw fro...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody Genesis 2:1-3 Introduction   Human Finitude   God’s Pattern and Command for Sabbath   Sabbath: Stop and Rest Sabbath: Worship and Delight Conclusion: Embrace the Gift / Live Free or Die    Small Group Discussion Questions Genesis 2:1-3 shows God resting on the seventh day, not from exhaustion but to model a rhythm for us. Why do you think God made Sabbath rest holy? H...

Intro: What’s special about human life? Body: Humanity as God’s Image-Bearers God Said, “Let Us Make Man in Our Image” God’s Design: Male and Female Conclusion: Christ, the Perfect Image   Small Group Discussion Questions What does it mean to you personally to be created in God’s image, and how does this shape your understanding of your own value and purpose? The sermon discusses humanity’s role a...

MESSAGE | Pastor Josh Prather “Counter-Cultural Courage: Living Boldly for Christ” James 1  Big Idea: We live boldly not in our own strength, but in Christ who lived boldly for us. Purpose in Pain (James 1:1–4)   2. Wisdom Without Wavering (James 1:5–8)   3. Value in Virtue, Not Vanity (James 1:9–11)   4. Blessed by Bravery (James 1:12–18)   5. Deeds Demonstrate Devotion (James 1:19–27)   Small Gr...