Hillside Fellowship Podcast

In this sermon, Pastor Dave Tooker speaking to having joy in service. Can you see how God defines greatness through Paul, Timothy and Epaphroditus? Let us be usual, common, mundane people who are willing to be poured out so that others can be filled up and sent out so that others can be brought in. Questions to Consider How do you define greatness in a person? How did Jesus define greatness? (Mark...

In this sermon, Pastor Dave Tooker outlines 'Joy in Humility' through our attitude (2:5-11) and our actions (2:12-18).  Questions to consider: (v. 2:5-11) What is humility? How do you define it? How does Jesus model this? Does anything in our culture encourage this selfless servanthood? Jesus gave up His rights to seek, serve and save us. Where do you find yourself competing with others...

In this sermon, Pastor Allyn Anderson outlines joy in our relationships through if...then (2:1-2), our attitude (2:3) and our focus (2:4).  Questions to consider: (v. 2:1-2) Paul’s assumption is that our lives reflect the reality of the Gospel. In what ways does your life reflect that reality? In what ways do you most struggle with living a life that reflects the Gospel? (v. 2:1-2) Paul ask the ch...

In this sermon, Pastor Dave Tooker outlines having joy in suffering through truth (1:21), transparency (1:22-26), team (1:27) and tenacity (1:28-30). Questions to consider: (v. 1:21) How do you answer, “For me to live is __________________.” How does sin cause us to live in denial of what we are actually living for? Do you see death as gain? (v. 1:22-26) Do you do what you want to do or what’s bes...

In this sermon, Pastor Dave Tooker outlines having joy in Jesus' people with: New Identity 1:1-2 New Community 1:3-6 New Capacity 1:7-8 Questions to Consider: Read Acts 16. How did God use closed doors and frustration to direct and accomplish His will? How do you react to frustrations and closed doors? Do you believe He is able to direct your path? (Prov 3:5-6) (v. 1:1-2) What does it mean to...

In this sermon, Pastor Dave Tooker outlines having joy in Jesus' plan through: The Plan  1:9-11 The Places 1:12-14 The People  1:15-18 The Prospects  1:19-20 Questions to Consider: (v. 1:9-11) Paul’s prayer perfectly portrays God’s plan to make our joy complete. His love flowing through our lives allowing His light to shine through us. What are the main things that cause you to lose joy? Wher...