Lifetree Sermon of the Week

SUMMARY:  God restores Eden amidst evil through people who walk the often lonely path of following Jesus. SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 10:39-11:3 + 11:7 + 12:1-13 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: http...

SUMMARY: Faith that pleases God is, despite fear, moving toward things hoped for that we do not yet see, with sights fixed on Jesus. SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 10:39-12:3 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Face...

SUMMARY: Learning to look to Jesus in every situation we can find mercy for every confessed sin and grace for every need. SCRIPTURE: Hebrews 4:14-16   We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https:...

SUMMARY: How well we love either supports or undermines the gospel truth entrusted to the church. SCRIPTURE: 1 Timothy 1:1-7; 1:15; 3:14-15; 4:16; 6:20-21 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: ht...

Summary - God doesn’t tire of forgiving us. Like all relationships, our closeness with Jesus is meant to get deeper and more meaningful over time. In his goodness, God continually shows his children how they can heal of their wounds, confess their sins and come closer to Him.   In confession and forgiveness we learn how to: love well (Luke 7:47) rid ourselves of idols (1 John 5:21) overcome sin in...

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetreechurchvictoria Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAXypvwP61HwUknGGG8t95Q Newsletter: https...

SUMMARY: Christ in us expresses heaven on earth as we remain anchored in the hope of the gospel. SCRIPTURE: Colossians 1:27 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetree...

SUMMARY: Enduring faith is not denial of reality, but agreement with superior truth amidst any situation. SCRIPTURE: Philippians 2:5-11; 4:4-9 + Acts 16 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: http...

Summary: An exploration of the ancient Jewish concept of knowing vs knowledge. Scripture: Ephesians 1:17 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetreechurchvictoria Yout...

SUMMARY: The truth of Jesus’ resurrection gives birth to a new type of people marked by imperishable hope, joyful generosity, and courageous faith. SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 1:3-7 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.ch...

SUMMARY: Giving is not an obligation to be fulfilled, but a privilege to be enjoyed as followers of Jesus. SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebo...

SUMMARY: Practicing Jesus’ style generosity involves giving consistently according to a plan - versus only occasionally according to our whims. SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 6:1-4 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree....

SUMMARY: The well-developed fruit of love, grown in the soil of relational pain, remains into eternity and pleases Jesus more than our well-developed gifts.  SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 13 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

Summary: Expressing challenges to Jesus and listening for His input before simply trying to figure them out on our own imparts profound peace. Scripture: John 14:1+27 & Proverbs 3:5-6 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more informati on about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram....

SUMMARY: True spiritual maturity and transformation is best measured in how much love like Jesus’ is manifesting in our lives. SCRIPTURE: Romans 12:1-2 + 12:9-21 + 13:7-10 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.chur...

SUMMARY: Through stirring groans and hope within us simultaneously the Spirit matures the image of Christ in us, increasing our effect toward good in the world. SCRIPTURE: Romans 8:18-29 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

SUMMARY: Followers of Jesus agree with God's promises in prayer, but also through lives that say "Amen" to them. SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 1:20 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.fac...

SUMMARY: A culture of our familiarity or offence in our hearts drive God away, whereas desperation attracts God’s transformative presence. SCRIPTURE: Exodus 2:23-25 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Fac...

SUMMARY: Standing strong when evil forces attack requires being strong in the Lord - armed with truth and consistent in all types of prayer. SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 6:10-20 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church...

Summary: Followers of Jesus - the ultimate intercessor - can expect him to accomplish His purposes by burdening them with prayers on behalf of others. Scripture: Hebrews 7:25 & Romans 8:26-27 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.ins...

Summary: Even if you feel like prayer is changing nothing, God is changing you...to change the world. Scripture: Acts 10: 1-20 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetr...

God seems to move powerfully when His church prioritizes prayer aimed at fellowship with Him. Scripture: Acts 1:1-14 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetreechurchvi...

Summary: Jesus came to establish heaven on earth by showing us the Father and imparting His love to us. Scripture: John 17 We are a family all about practicing and proclaiming the way of Jesus to transform lives and bless our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetreech...

Knowing His identity and the inevitability of betrayal, was key to Jesus' humble service and unfailing love. Scripture: John 13:1-17 Lifetree Church is a family all about declaring and displaying Jesus to transform lives, and benefit our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...

Jesus teaches that, more than what he can offer, he himself will be our ultimate satisfaction. John 6:48-60 Lifetree Church is a family all about declaring and displaying Jesus to transform lives, and benefit our city. For more information about us, check out our website at lifetree.ca. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifetree.church/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifetreechurchvictoria...