Downey Seventh-day Adventist Church

This week we begin a new series on the book of Daniel where we see the character of God being revealed. We'll be studying Daniel's new life in Babylon, and his important decision to stand for his personal beliefs and faith in God. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Just Say No Chris Famisaran 20 July 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever opened the Bible and wondered where do I begin, and how do I read it? Is what I am reading literal, or is it metaphorical? This week we'll learn some techniques and equip ourselves with some tools to learn from the Bible and apply it to our lives. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Excuse me...how do you read the Bible? Chris Famisaran 13 July 2024 www.downeychurch.org

This week we looked to wrap up our Mosaic series by looking at Jesus as the savior of the world and His desire to redeem us. We will be looking at chapter 4 and see how Jesus is the fulfillment of the Old Testament scriptures. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Luke - Jesus The Savior We Need Pt 2 Mosaic series Chris Famisaran 06 July 2024 www.downeychurch.org Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4eORn...

For many years, God's people waited for the coming Messiah. Within the Gospel of Matthew we see the fulfillment of the Messiah coming to earth through Jesus. Join us this week as we review and see how Jesus does so and usher in the Kingdom Of God. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Matthew - The Unwanted Messiah Mosaic series Bill Aumack 22 June 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Mosaic: Mark - Jesus, The Suffering Servant When you complete a large accomplishment, do you wish to be lavished with praise? As a follower of Jesus, we are called to be humble. When you read the gospel of Mark, of the main themes is that of Jesus as the suffering servant. Join us this week as we see Jesus dedicating his life of humility and service to His people. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Ma...

The four gospels found in the New Testament are similar and share various stories. But they also have different viewpoints and perspectives on the life of Jesus. This week we begin with the gospel of John, written to a group of believers that were second and third-generation of believers.  Downey Adventist Church Sermon Mosaic series Chris Famisaran 08 June 2024 www.downeychurch.org

In the book of Deuteronomy, God impresses upon the people a simple but powerful statement that should be shared with all of God's church, instructing them to teach it to everyone. In the theme of education, join us as we learn how to love God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Education Sabbath Faith and Learning Chris Famisaran 01 June 2024 www.dow...

Mosaic: Do the Gospels Matter? Bill will lead us in introducing our Mosaic series. Are the Gospels important? Do they matter for us in 2024? And what do they teach us about God? Downey Adventist Church Sermon Do the Gospels Matter? Mosaic series Bill Aumack 25 May 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Many of us may have heard and sung the song, El Shaddai, which translates as "God Almighty. This week we'll be looking at several passages from the book of Genesis where God is described as faithful to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph.

In the book of Genesis we read that sin entered in this world with Adam and Eve. Yet in God's infinite power and wisdom, Jesus has redeemed us. Jesus is the second Adam, a spiritual and divine being that saves us from our sins. Join us this Sabbath as we read the Bible and discover God's infinite love for us. Downey Adventist Church Sermon The Second Adam The Names of God series #5 Chris F...

The WORD In the first chapter of the gospel of John, the author begins with a short section focused on the WORD, or the Logos. This week we'll be discovering that the WORD, aka Jesus is the living God and came in the flesh being a light in a very dark world. Downey Adventist Church Sermon The WORD The Names of God series #4 Chris Famisaran 27 April 2024 www.downeychurch.org Online sermon notes...

ABBA As we continue our series on the names of God, the term ABBA or Father in the aramaic languages is our next course of study. Both Jesus and Paul refer to God as father, and Paul goes even deeper to say that we are sons and daughters adopted by God. Downey Adventist Church Sermon ABBA The Names of God series #3 Bill Aumack 20 April 2024 www.downeychurch.org Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/...

In the book of Exdous, God calls Moses to go back to Egypt to lead God's people out of Egypt and begin the journey to the promised land. When Moses asks God, who sent me, God responded with "I AM". A simple phrase but it carries tremendous power. This week we'll be studying this short but powerful name of God. Downey Adventist Church Sermon I AM The Names of God series #2 Chris F...

Have you ever asked yourself, how many names or descriptions of God are in the Bible? Starting this Sabbath we'll begin a new small group series based on the names of God. This week we'll be focusing on the names Yahweh and Jehovah. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Yahweh & Jehovah Chris Famisaran 06 April 2024 www.downeychurch.org Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4aHbhNA PowerPoint,...

Jesus has died and resurrected. These five words carry tremendous weight for the salvation of the world. This week we will look at how Jesus desires to bring hope and a future in a world that seemed destined for disaster. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Hope is Alive! Chris Famisaran 30 March 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Humility…a key characteristic of the christian life. What does it mean to be humble? This week we'll be looking at several instances where Jesus teaches humility, and how we can implement practically in our walk with Christ. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Humble Thyself Follow Me series #4 Chris Famisaran 23 March 2024 www.downeychurch.org

As we continue our series on discipleship, we'll be highlighting the importance of prayer to God, but also for one another. Both Jesus and Paul exhorted the believers, and us to pray for and encourage one another. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Love One Another Through Prayer Follow Me series #3 Chris Famisaran 16 March 2024 www.downeychurch.org

When we become followers of Jesus, faith will lead us to into situations where it can be uncomfortable or we do not always have the answer. This week we'll look to answer these situations by learning how to exercise our faith. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Pump Up Your Faith Follow Me series #2 Bill Aumack 09 March 2024 www.downeychurch.org Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4caq04U PowerPoi...

Have you ever wondered, how do I get to know God better, and how can I have a better relationship with Jesus? This week we will look at stories of faith through several Bible characters and how we can grow in Christ. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Follow Me Follow Me series #1 Chris Famisaran 02 March 2024 www.downeychurch.org

I'm sorry…two of the hardest words we can say. All relationships at some point will lead to disagreements. And sometimes, words and actions will spill. How do we resolve these. This week we'll be gleaning through the Bible on how we can grow and overcome our differences and work together. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Overcoming Challenges Harmony in Friendshi...

It's easy to meet someone, but it requires intentionality to build relationships for the long run. How do relationships last? This week we'll be looking the Bible and learn some of the principles of how to reinforce long lasting relationships. Downey Adventist Church Sermon You Got a Friend in Me: Enduring Friendships Harmony in Friendships series #2 Chris Famisaran 17 February 2024 www.do...

Hello…a five-letter word that many don't give a second thought, and for some, strikes anxiety and awkwardness Creating relationships for some may come naturally, and for others is challenging. This week we'll be looking at several examples of how we can meet other people, and build community in our lives. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Hello, Goodbye: The Art of Making New Friends Harmony...

When you learned that Jesus is calling us to be witnesses for Christ, how did that make you feel? Some feel excited, while others may be riddled with anxiety. This week we will be looking to the Bible and learn how we can faithfully love and share Jesus with others. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Better Witness Better sermon series #4 Chris Famisaran 27 January 2024 www.downeychurch.org

The choices that we make today will determine the future. The Bible is filled with wisdom and shows us how we can make better life decisions. Join us as we see how we can proactively make better life choices. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Better Choices Better sermon series #3 Chris Famisaran 20 January 2024 www.downeychurch.org

They say who you spend the most time with will influence who you are as a person. Relationships are key to life. This week Bill will lead as we look at several key passages on building healthy and sustainable relationships.  Downey Adventist Church Sermon Better Relationships Better sermon series #2 Bill Aumack 13 January 2024 www.downeychurch.org Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3tUocvJ PowerP...