Elevation Waterloo Sermons

In ancient Middle Eastern culture, to access the power of a god, you had to know their name. When Moses asks God for his name, Moses is asking for a way to access God’s power. But what power does God reveal to Moses when he uses the name, “I Am that I Am”? We will learn about this name together and reflect on the power of I Am. Genesis 12:1-4; Exodus 3:1-14

What better place to start off a new year than at the very beginning. The opening scene of the Bible introduces us to its main character – God. But what do we know about this God character anyway? And might the things we learn about God help us get to know ourselves better? Genesis 1:1-2:3

Series: Advent 2018 The arrival of December brings with it all things Christmas: the cheery decorations, the cheesy music, and everything in between. But in the church, we try to take things at a slower pace, not rushing through to the main event quite yet. The season of Advent is a time of waiting, and of letting the anticipation build slowly until all heaven breaks through on Christmas Day! John...

Series: Advent 2018 The arrival of December brings with it all things Christmas: the cheery decorations, the cheesy music, and everything in between. But in the church, we try to take things at a slower pace, not rushing through to the main event quite yet. The season of Advent is a time of waiting, and of letting the anticipation build slowly until all heaven breaks through on Christmas Day! Isai...

Series: Advent 2018 The arrival of December brings with it all things Christmas: the cheery decorations, the cheesy music, and everything in between. But in the church, we try to take things at a slower pace, not rushing through to the main event quite yet. The season of Advent is a time of waiting, and of letting the anticipation build slowly until all heaven breaks through on Christmas Day!&nbsp...

Series: Advent 2018 The arrival of December brings with it all things Christmas: the cheery decorations, the cheesy music, and everything in between. But in the church, we try to take things at a slower pace, not rushing through to the main event quite yet. The season of Advent is a time of waiting, and of letting the anticipation build slowly until all heaven breaks through on Christmas Day! Matt...

Series: Living Leviticus If you’ve ever tried to read the Bible from cover to cover, chances are you got bogged down in Leviticus and gave up entirely. Don’t feel bad - you’re not alone. But even though the lively narrative of Genesis and Exodus shifts to a book full of repetition and rules, there is plenty of contemporary value to be mined from these ancient pages.  Leviticus 26:3-20

Series: Living Leviticus If you’ve ever tried to read the Bible from cover to cover, chances are you got bogged down in Leviticus and gave up entirely. Don’t feel bad - you’re not alone. But even though the lively narrative of Genesis and Exodus shifts to a book full of repetition and rules, there is plenty of contemporary value to be mined from these ancient pages. 

Series: Living Leviticus If you’ve ever tried to read the Bible from cover to cover, chances are you got bogged down in Leviticus and gave up entirely. Don’t feel bad - you’re not alone. But even though the lively narrative of Genesis and Exodus shifts to a book full of repetition and rules, there is plenty of contemporary value to be mined from these ancient pages. Leviticus 6:1-7, 19:1-2, 9-18

Series: Living Leviticus If you’ve ever tried to read the Bible from cover to cover, chances are you got bogged down in Leviticus and gave up entirely. Don’t feel bad - you’re not alone. But even though the lively narrative of Genesis and Exodus shifts to a book full of repetition and rules, there is plenty of contemporary value to be mined from these ancient pages. Leviticus 1:1-9

With the rush of daily life, it can be challenging to remember that out beyond the comfort of our own community is a world filled with people just like us, many of them struggling to get by. Nikki and TK will be sharing with us about the seeds of hope that they are sowing in one region of Africa, providing a glimpse into how God is at work abroad and inviting us to see ourselves as God’s partners...

The Bible speaks frequently to both equality and economics, but it sure can seem like they are two very different things- detached from our life of faith. This week we will explore how economic practices are a sacred witness of God's will for our communities and churches and ultimately the world. If we would just be willing to talk about it, and not get so defensive.... Deut 15:1-11, 1 John 3:16-2...

Racism, sexism, ageism...and the list goes on. There are so many ways we can pass judgment on others to maintain a measure of control. But in a world of increasing polarization, the gospel challenges our propensity to classify ‘the other’ and invites us instead to an acknowledgment of our shared humanity and our common need for God. Matthew 15:21-38

Series: Kingdom Politics

Romans 8: 28-39

In many ways, our childhood is something we seek to leave behind as we pass through the waters of adolescence and enter into the fullness of adulthood. But a healthy understanding of our identity in Christ invites us to see ourselves as children of a loving Father. How ready are you to once again embrace the role of a child? Romans 8:1-2, 12-17

It goes without saying that we don’t like to think of ourselves as being slaves to anyone or anything. (We prefer our freedom and autonomy, thank you very much!) But what if being enslaved to one thing was the key to being set free from something else that threatened to damage your very soul? Would you be willing to wear those chains? Romans 6:1-18

Paul delivers some pretty harsh news to the church in Rome: “There is no one who does good, not even one.” And yet that’s not the end of the story - far from it. The distance between God and ourselves has been bridged in Christ, and we are now invited to live by faith in a world marked by God’s extravagant love for us. Romans 3:10-12, 21-24; 5:1-11

In the words of the Psalmist, “One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.” This summer, we will explore the lives of men and women throughout history who allowed their Christian faith to shape the way they lived in significant ways, and who continue to impact and inspire people to this day.

In the words of the Psalmist, “One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.” This summer, we will explore the lives of men and women throughout history who allowed their Christian faith to shape the way they lived in significant ways, and who continue to impact and inspire people to this day. Isaiah 61

In the words of the Psalmist, “One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.” This summer, we will explore the lives of men and women throughout history who allowed their Christian faith to shape the way they lived in significant ways, and who continue to impact and inspire people to this day. John 1:1-14; Jude :3-4

In the words of the Psalmist, “One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.” This summer, we will explore the lives of men and women throughout history who allowed their Christian faith to shape the way they lived in significant ways, and who continue to impact and inspire people to this day. Daniel 3:1-18; Luke 6:27-28

In the words of the Psalmist, “One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.” This summer, we will explore the lives of men and women throughout history who allowed their Christian faith to shape the way they lived in significant ways, and who continue to impact and inspire people to this day. Matthew 10:5-10

In the words of the Psalmist, “One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.” This summer, we will explore the lives of men and women throughout history who allowed their Christian faith to shape the way they lived in significant ways, and who continue to impact and inspire people to this day. Matthew 25:31-46; 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

In the words of the Psalmist, “One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.” This summer, we will explore the lives of men and women throughout history who allowed their Christian faith to shape the way they lived in significant ways, and who continue to impact and inspire people to this day. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Philippians 2:12-16a