Evergreen Church - Bloomington Messages

"Significance is measured by what God applauds—not what people applaud." Verse References: Exodus 2:1-11; 6:20 Hebrews 11:6, 23-25 Acts 7:20 2 Timothy 1:5 1 Peter 1: 6-7

"Real, lasting change comes from the Lord."

Pastor Mike Langlois joins the podcast to talk discipleship. What is discipleship? What makes a disciple? And why is discipleship so important? All that and more on this week's episode of the Hometown Church Podcast. Reach out to us at jroskamp@hometownchurch.com.

"To build real friendships, tear down some walls."

In March, we went through a series called Deeper Still where we talked about the importance of Spiritual Disciplines in growing your relationship with God. Today, Pastor Brent Knox joins the podcast to go a little more in depth on the subject and how to start implementing some of those practices into your life. If you have any feedback, questions, or topics/guests you'd like to see on the podcast,...

Verses referenced: Proverbs 4:23, GNB 1 Kings 19:3-4, 10 NLT 2 Corinthians 11:2-3, NIV84 Genesis 3:1-6, NLT Matthew 4:1, NLT Hebrews 4:15, NCV Colossians 3:5,8, NLT 2 Corinthians 10:5, NIV84

On this week's episode of the Hometown Church Podcast Tim Johnson and Deb Stiglicz from our New Hope campus join as the very first guests to talk about their recent trip to Kenya. Listen in as they share stories from the trip and a little bit about the organizations IAMercy and Heshima Children's Center that they visited while they were there. If you have any feedback, questions, or topics/guests...

"God is Always Good."

Welcome to the Hometown Church Podcast. We are talking all things Jesus, Christianity and the Bible. In this introductory episode, get to know the hosts Deacon and Jesse as they share a little bit about their stories, what they do for the church and where this podcast will be going. If you have any feedback, questions, or topics/guests you'd like to see on the podcast, please reach out to us at jr...

"Before your anger goes sideways, take it straight to the Lord. " -Spencer Bernard

"Our own resurrection gives us the joy of certainty in an uncertain world. -Brent Knox

"Believe in your heart; openly declare your faith." - Mark Stiglicz

"The body of Christ needs you, and you need the body of Christ."

"God fills us when we empty ourselves." Find what needs pouring out. - If it’s your time, consider serving the church - If it’s your stuff, use it for the Lord - If it’s your money, consider regular giving to the church

"We can’t live off the awe of others, we must walk with God ourselves." Also Luke 24:25-27

"To find your discipline, define your goal." Ask yourself: Are you satisfied with your present spiritual life? Are you ready to adopt some spiritual disciplines to experience God more?

Week #6 Memory Verse: “Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.” - James 4:8

Week #5 Memory Verse: “God paid a high price for you, so don’t be enslaved by the world.” - 1 Corinthians 7:23 Sermon in a Sentence: “God values you as much as He values Christ.” -Kitt Guerrier

Week #4 Memory Verse: “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.” - Romans 6:23

"God’s holiness is both alarming and beautiful." "Experiencing God’s forgiveness turns the alarm into joy."  -Brent Knox Week #3 Memory Verse: “So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. You didn’t know any better then. But now you must be holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is holy. For the Scriptures say...

"God is working, whether we see it or not!" Week #2 Memory Verse “Yes, the Sovereign Lord is coming in power. He will rule with a powerful arm. See, he brings his reward with him as he comes. He will feed his flock like a shepherd. He will carry the lambs in his arms, holding them close to his heart. He will gently lead the mother sheep with their young.” - Isaiah 40:10-11

"Humility is the starting point for awe." -Spencer Bernard

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