HOPE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH

Genesis 1 Overview of Genesis Views on the Days and Age of the Earth No Final Conflict: Science and Faith Functions of the Creation Narrative Conclusion: Let There Be Light Small Group Discussion Questions   The sermon discusses various views on the "days" of creation, such as Young Earth Creationism and the Day-Age view, while emphasizing the core truth of God as sovereign Creator. Which view res...

Genesis 1:1-2 Introduction: The Big Question: Where Did Everything Begin?  The Israelite View: A Fresh Take on Creation  Our True Beginning: GOD God's Character Revealed: 1. Powerful, 2. Personal, 3. Savior, 4. Love Read Genesis 1:1-2. Think about each phrase and what it’s communicating. What catches your attention? Discuss.  In Genesis, God simply speaks light, life, and order into the void witho...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody 1 Corinthians 1:17-30; 2:1-5, 12-14  Introduction:  From Wise Guys to Wise Men / From Dragoned to Undragoned Body:  God’s Power, Not Man's Power   Foolishness and Weakness of God   We Preach Christ Crucified Conclusion:  Vision for 2026: Building Hope on God’s Wisdom   Small Group Discussion Questions Read 1 Corinthians 1:17–25. How does the “word of the cross” seem f...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody I. Portrait of a Wise Man — Biblical Masculinity II. Portrait of a Wise Woman — Biblical Femininity   III. Portrait of a Happy Home — Biblical Family   Small Group Discussion Questions 1. The sermon highlights integrity, intrepid faith, and initiative as traits of a wise man. Which of these resonates most with you, and why? How have you seen these qualities (or their...

MESSAGE | Pastor Jordan Moody 10 Proverbs for Everyone 1. Wait Patiently — Trust God’s Timing  (Proverbs 19:2; 16:3)   2. Walk Wisely — Choose Godly Friends (Proverbs 13:20; 27:17)    3. Watch Carefully — Words Matter (Proverbs 18:21; 12:18)    4. Work Diligently — Give Your Best (Proverbs 12:24; Proverbs 26:13-16)   5. Wonder Always — Worship God in Awe (Proverbs 9:10; 28:14)   Small Group Discus...

Proverbs 4:20-27; 6:16-19 Pastor Jordan Moody Introduction: Choose Your Character   The Abomination: The Ultimate Fool (Proverbs 6:16-19) The Wisdom Walker:  (Proverbs 4:20-27) Conclusion: The Power to Pursue Wisdom Small Group Discussion Questions 1. Using Proverbs 4:20-27 and Proverbs 6:16-19, create character profiles for the "Wisdom Walker" and the "Ultimate Fool" based on their traits (e.g.,...

Introduction  Tips for Reading Proverbs  Proverbs are generally true today, but will always prove true later.  Proverbs are principles, not promises.  Proverbs are tools, not rules.  (Proverbs 1:1-12) Small Group Discussion Questions 1. Describe the difference between pride and humility in making life choices. (Prov. 3:6-7) 2. The sermon mentions that Proverbs are "principles, not promises." What...

What Is Proverbs About? (Proverbs 1:1-4)   To Know Wisdom and Instruction (2a) To Understand Words of Insight (2b) To Receive Instruction in Wise Dealings (3) To Give Prudence to the Young (4)   Listen Up! (Proverbs 1:5-6)   How to Get Wisdom? (Proverbs 1:7)   How to Avoid Foolishness (Proverbs 1:6-19)   How to Answer the Call of Wisdom (Proverbs 1:20-33)   Wisdom Is a Person   Small Group Discuss...

Matthew 7:24-29 The Wise Builder: Hearing and Obeying (Matthew 7:24-25) The Foolish Builder: Hearing Without Doing (Matthew 7:26-27) The Authority of Jesus’ Teaching (Matthew 7:28-29)   Small Group Discussion Questions Have you ever experienced or witnessed a situation where ignoring good advice led to a bad outcome? How does that relate to Jesus’ parable of the two builders? Read Matthew 7:24-29...

Intro: The Golden Rule: A Summary of Kingdom Living Two Roads and Two Gates: The Costly Path of Discipleship Two Trees and Their Fruit: The Evidence of True Faith Two Confessions: True vs. False Discipleship   Small Group Discussion Questions What are some characteristics of the "wide, easy road" that leads to destruction? How do these contrast with the "narrow, hard road" that leads to life? How...

MESSAGE | Josh Prather Matthew 7:1-11 See Your Own Speck First Planks Before Splinters Pearls of Discernment Persist in Prayerful Love Small Group Discussion Questions 1. How can we apply the principle of 'seeing your own speck first' in our daily interactions with others? 2. How can understanding our own need for grace change the way we treat our peers? 3. In what ways can we model the balance of...

Introduction: What Is Truly Safe?   I. Earthly Treasure Isn’t Safe (Matt. 6:19-21)   II. A Healthy Heart Sees Clearly (Matt. 6:22-23)   III. You Can’t Serve Two Masters (Matt. 6:24)   IV. Don’t Be Anxious—Seek What’s Safe (Matt. 6:25-34)   V. Sowing to the Spirit: Storing Safe Treasure (Gal. 6:8-10) Small Group Discussion Questions Notice the word “Therefore” in the passage in verse 25. What is th...

Nate compares the Gospels of John, Matthew, and Mark, focusing on how each author tells the story of Jesus walking on water. By examining the similarities and unique details in each account, we gain a deeper understanding of the event. The message becomes clear: sometimes Jesus allows us to face struggles, but He is always present with us in the storm.

Introduction: True Righteousness in Secret (6:1)  1. Giving: Worship, Not Performance (6:2-4) 2. Praying: Sincerity, Not Show (6:5-15) 3. Fasting: For God, Not Pity (6:16-18) Conclusion: The Secret Place: Where God Meets You (6:6)   Small Group Discussion Questions Read Matthew 6:1 aloud. Jesus begins with “Beware.” Why do you think He uses such a strong warning about practicing righteousness to b...

Pastor Jordan Moody Matthew 5:43-48, Luke 6:27-36, Matthew 5:10-12 I. Unpopular Love  II. Unconquerable Love  III. Undivided Love IV. Ordinary Love vs. Extraordinary Love (5:46-47) V. Perfect Love (5:48)    Small Group Discussion Questions How do Bonhoeffer’s, Corrie ten Boom’s, Gracia Burnham's, and Louis Zamperini's examples of loving their enemies challenge you? (Look up their testimonies onlin...

MESSAGE | JORDAN MOODY Matthew 5:33-42 Introduction (Judges 11:29-40)  I. Meaning What You Say (Matthew 5:33-37) II. Forgiving Anyway (Matthew 5:38-42) The Problem: The Cycle of Retribution   The Solution: Love Over Revenge  Turn the other cheek (v. 39): Choose humility over retaliation in personal injury.   Give your cloak (v. 40): Go beyond what’s required in disputes.   Go the extra mile (v. 41...

I. The Heart of the Law (Matthew 5:20–21) II. Anger: Murder in the Heart (Matthew 5:21–22) III. Reconciliation: The Heart of Love (Matthew 5:23–26) IV. Two Kingdoms Contrasted  Small Group Discussion Questions Jesus teaches that anger in the heart is as serious as murder (Matt. 5:21–22). Where have you noticed anger or contempt in your own heart recently, whether toward a person, group, or situati...

I. The Question: What About the Law? (Matthew 5:17-18) II. The Warning: Righteousness That Exceeds (Matthew 5:19-20)   III. The Big Picture: From Rebellion to Redemption  IV. The Way Forward: Living the Law Through Love   Small Group Discussion Questions   How does knowing that Jesus has fulfilled the Law affect your relationship with God and your sense of identity as a follower of Christ?    2. R...

Matthew 5:1-16 I. The Blessed: Called by Jesus (1-12)  II. The Already/Not Yet Kingdom: Our Context  III. This Is Us: Salty and Bright (Matt. 5:13-16)   Conclusion: Why Not Us?    Small Group Discussion Questions Who does Jesus call “blessed” in the Beatitudes? How does this surprise or challenge you compared to society’s view of who is “winning at life”? 2. Jesus says, “You are the salt of the ea...

MESSAGE | PASTOR JORDAN MOODY Sermon On The Mount: Upside Down Kingdom Matthew 5:1-16 Introduction: The Timeless Power of the Sermon on the Mount I. Up on the Mountain: Jesus as the New Moses II. The Upside-Down Law: A New Kind of Righteousness  Conclusion: The Gospel of the Upside-Down Kingdom    Small Group Discussion Questions The sermon compares Jesus to Moses, describing Him as a greater Rede...

Matthew 28:1-20 I. The Good Catastrophe: Easter’s Joyous Turn (Matthew 28:1-7)   II. The First Encounter: Meeting the Risen Jesus (Matthew 28:8-10)    III. The Great Commission: A Resurrection Revolution (Matthew 28:11-20)    Small Group Discussion Questions 1. The sermon describes a "eucatastrophe" as a sudden joyous turn from despair to victory. Can you share a personal moment in your life where...

Matthew 17:22-27, 21:1-11 Introduction: Hosanna to the King! (Matt. 21:1-11 / Mark 11:1-11) I. The King Foretells His Death (Matt. 17:22-23) II. The Temple Tax: Sons vs. Strangers (Matt. 17:24-27)  III. Royalty: Born Again as Sons and Daughters IV. Miraculous Provision: The Coin in the Fish V. The Cross and Freedom: Palm Sunday’s Purpose  Small Group Discussion Questions The sermon describes Palm...

Matthew 6:19–21; 2 Corinthians 8-9 Introduction (Matt 6:19–21) Corinthian Generosity (2 Cor. 8-9) Cheerful Generosity (2 Cor. 9:12-15)  GIVES supplies to those in need.  GIVES glory to God as an act of worship.  GIVES credibility to the gospel. Conclusion:   Small Group Discussion Questions The sermon compared loving money to a drug addiction. Have you ever felt that pull in your own life? What wa...

Introduction Came to Serve (Matt. 20:20-28) Form of a Servant (Phil. 2:3-10)  Love in Service (John 13:1-20) Saved to Serve  Here to Serve    Small Group Discussion Questions How does understanding grace as “effort versus earning” change your perspective on serving God? To put it another way, what does it mean to serve out of love for God versus serving to earn His favor? 2. How does the teaching...