Eagle Ridge Church of God Sermons

Soul Food Week 1: A Recipe for Change  Galatians 5:22-23  “A lot of people want to change and would answer yes to these questions, but many of them do not believe it is possible. After years of trying and failing, they lead a Christian life of quiet desperation, longing for change and yet certain it will never happen.  So they sit in their pews each week, sighing silently, resigned to their fate.”...

Reset 2026: Discipleship Pathway   For no one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them to me, and at the last day I will raise them up. As it is written in the Scriptures, ‘Theywill all be taught by God.’ Everyone who listens to the Father and learns fromhim comes to me.  John 6:44-45   Wanting more of God means He is drawing you. This demands movement , that demonstrates faith . Mo...

Christmas Things We Don't Pack Away: JOY Luke 2:10 NIV Joy and happiness are not the same thing. Psalms 21:6 NIV, James 1:2-3 ESV PEACE Know God, Know Peace. No God, No Peace. John 14:27 NLT, Philippians 4:4-7 NIV 1. Rejoice 2. Stop worrying 3. Instead, Pray LIGHT Luke 2:28-32 NIV Jesus is the Light to to shine for you . John 8:12 NLT Jesus is the Light for you to reflect to others . Matthew 5...

A Nativity Story The Wisemen: The gift of the gift Week 4 Recognizing the Gift Matthew 2:1-2 & 10-12   Responding with Worship Psalm 96:8-9  What is one way I can demonstrate how valuable Jesus is this week? Releasing Our Hearts Proverbs 23:26, Matthew 23:23   Reflecting the Gift 2 Corinthians 9:15

The Nativity Story The Shepherd: Gathered & Carried Week 3 The Shepherd who seeks …He comes looking for us . Luke 15:4-7  I’m going to contact _____________ motivated by love.  How do think we measure success measure the success of Eagle Ridge?   The Shepherd who lifts …He carries us when we can't walk. Isaiah 40:11  ______________________might need me to carry him/her.    The Shepherd who...

A Nativity Story- Mary & Joseph: Saying Yes to God Week 2 God's Call often comes in unexpected ways. Luke 1:26-38 Tell someone and reflect with them.   Encourage someone with an * ICNU conversation.  (I see in you) God's Plan often costs us something .   Matthew 1:18-25  Count the cost with trust and courage .  God's Promises are worth the risk. Luke 2:1-7 “I am perfectly positione...

A Nativity Story: Gabriel, God’s Quiet Glory Week 1 The God Who Thunders. Luke 2:8 NIV   I personally experienced God’s thunder like this: ____________________________   As a Church we experience God’s thunder like this: __________________________   The God Who Whispers 1 Kings 19:11–12   Where can I add moments of silence this season? _______________________   The God Who Waits 2 Peter 3:9   I ne...

Redeeming the Holidays: Looking to Serve, Not Be Served Week 4 Redeem = to gain or regain possession of (something) in exchange for payment. How can I make this season an opportunity to see The Kingdom and make it present for others? Romans 12:1-2, Mark 10:44 We serve because Jesus served! Mark 8:33-35 Serve now not just when its sentimental. Matthew 6:1-4 Service gets our focus off self and onto...

Redeeming the Holidays: Be Present Week 3 Redeem = To gain or regain possession of something in exchange for payment. How can I make this an opportunity to see The Kingdom and make it present for others? Be present with God … Colossians 1:21-23 1. Be aware of His Presence and Power !2. Believe the truth about our position Hebrews 10:21-23 Be present with people. Luke 10:38-42, Philippians 4:6-7 1....

Redeeming the Holidays: Choose Gratitude Week 2 Redeem = to gain or regain possession of (something) in exchange for payment: How can I make this season an opportunity to see The Kingdom and make it present for others? Choose gratitude. (1 Thessalonians 5:18, Genesis 50:19-21) Choose gratitude …By focusing my attention on what God is restoring . (Romans 8:28-29, 1 Timothy 1:12-13) Choose gratitude...

First in the series titled, "Redeeming the Holidays" Bible verses: Philippians 4:6-8 & 10-12 Sermon notes: Redeem = to gain or regain possession of (something) in exchange for payment . How can I make this season an opportunity to make The Kingdom present for others?...By managing my expectations John 16:31-33 Choose peace that isn’t controlled by your circumstances When you worry…st...

Final message in the "Different King, Different Kingdom" series. Different King, Different Kingdom: Fork in the Road Week 7 in this series Bible verses: Matthew 7:13-29 Sermon notes: The Kingdom of God is a present reality and a future hope ! The Kingdom of God is the restoration of God’s loving rule over all things ! There is only one entrance to one path that is challenging . Notice th...

Different King, Different Kingdom: Developing a Kingdom Lifestyle Week 6 in this series Bible verses: Matthew 7:1-12 Sermon notes: Citizens of The Kingdom of God are disciples of King Jesus. James 4:12 & Matthew 5:7 A growing disciple of Jesus... learns to see people more clearly and become less judgmental. The religious person's judgmental attitude exposes his hypocrisy . "After self...

Different King, Different Kingdom: Undivided Kingdom Loyalty Week 5 in this series Bible verses: Matthew 6:19-34 Sermon notes Jesus’ path to undivided loyalty to His Kingdom. · What are you seeking, pursuing reveals what you value . · What you value reveals what’s in your heart . Matthew 5:8 · Your eyes become focused on what your heart sees as treasure. · What you focus on and take into your hear...

Different King, Different Kingdom: With Jesus, It's Different from What You've Heard Week 4 in this series Bible verses: Matthew 5:21-48 & 22:36-40 Sermon notes Only one with authority would say "You have heard...but I say..." Jesus uncovers original intent. Understanding original intent unleashes power and exposes shortcuts. (Book referenced " Unoffendable ") This...

Different King, Different Kingdom: How to Ruin Christian Practices Week 5 Bible Verses: Matthew 6:1-18 & 33 NLT Notes: When our hearts are changed, religious activity becomes a kingdom lifestyle. Kingdom disciples will see their motives start to change. What is done with right motives gets rewarded with growth in Jesus' Kingdom. Prayers keep our focus where it should be, on the Kingdom. Wh...