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radiantvisalia.com The Summer of the Spirit: Part 5,  Unity Scripture: John 17:20-23, 1 Corinthians 1, 3, 6-8, 11-13, Ephesians 2:11-22, Colossians 3:1-4, Galatians 2:20 Intro: This sermon explores the theme of unity, emphasizing that it's a critical pursuit for the church. The speaker reflects on the challenges of achieving unity in the nation and the church, ultimately focusing on personal...

Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 3:16-18; 2 Corinthians 4:3-6; Philippians 4:8; Colossians 3:1-3 Sermon Notes: Intro: Continuing our "Summer of the Spirit" series, we explore how we fulfill our church's mission: "To behold Jesus and put His brilliance on display." Since we don't see Jesus physically, how do we "behold" Him? Today we explore imaginative pr...

Scripture References: Romans 8:1-17; Colossians 2:13-15; 2 Corinthians 7:10-11; Matthew 3:17 Sermon Notes: Intro: Happy Father's Day! We all long for a father's approval and blessing. While earthly fathers may fall short, our Heavenly Father declares His lavish love and acceptance over us. Today, we dive into Romans 8, exploring the powerful truth: "There is now no condemnation for...

Scripture References: Ephesians 5:15-21; John 4:7-26 Sermon Notes: Intro: Welcome! We're continuing our "Summer of the Spirit" series, focusing today on Spirit-filled worship. Worship isn't just singing; it's glorifying (making much of) and enjoying (savoring) God, awakened, energized, and sustained by His Spirit. Everyone worships something (sports, food, nature); the que...

Scripture References: Galatians 5:16-25; Ephesians 5:25-27; Ephesians 1:4; Hebrews 10:10; Hebrews 12:14; 1 John 1:5-10 Sermon Notes: Intro: Welcome to our "Summer of the Spirit" series! We're focusing on life animated by God's Spirit, contrasting it with life lived "according to the flesh" (Gal 5). Kicking off, we tackle holiness – a topic often seen as optional, unat...

Scripture References: 1 Samuel 30 (Main); Isaiah 40:31 Intro: This sermon addresses the church value of being "devoted to mission," particularly when feeling exhausted or battle-weary, like many may feel after recent times. We'll draw strength and guidance from David's experience at Ziklag in 1 Samuel 30, a story highlighting how to persevere when facing devastation upon exhaus...

Scripture References: Galatians 5:13-26 (Main); Acts 2; 1 Corinthians 12; Romans 8:11 Intro: This sermon celebrates Pentecost Sunday, the birth of the Church, and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Focusing on Radiant's value for "Life in the Spirit," we explore Galatians 5 to understand how to live empowered by the Spirit. The Holy Spirit is not a "Batman signal" for a se...

Scripture References: Psalm 19 (Main); Joshua 1:7-8; Romans 1:18-20; Galatians 3:13 Intro: This sermon focuses on the church value "obedient to the Word of God," exploring Psalm 19 as a guide. It begins by affirming the priority of being with Jesus over doing for Him. Psalm 19 uniquely presents God's Word in three distinct movements: the soundless word of creation, the perfect word...

Scripture References: Exodus 20:3; Philippians 3:7-14; Psalm 106:36; 1 Samuel 5:1-4; Psalm 103:3-8 Intro: Happy Mother's Day! While motherhood brings immense joy and shaping, today we explore something relevant to all: idol worship. Sharing from personal experience, including God using difficult seasons to reveal hidden idols, the hope is we can all learn to identify and lay down anything com...

radiantvisalia.com Exploring the biblical images of the Church. What does Church as a Building look like? Sermon Notes: The Church as a Building (Part 2) Intro: Heartfelt opening about the goodness of God and the hope of future exaltation. Prayer for Mark and his teaching. Acknowledgment of 2020's disorienting effects on the church's identity. The "Assemble" series: exploring m...

radiantvisalia.com Exploring the biblical images of the Church. What does Church as a Building look like? Scripture: Ephesians 2:18-22, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Matthew 12:6, John 2:19-21, Matthew 16:18, 2 Chronicles 7:1-3, Matthew 21:33-44, Psalm 118:22, Psalm 34:18 Intro: Prayer for Mike and the sermon. Recap of previous sermon (Ephesians 2, Church as a Body). Today's focus: the church as a b...

radiantvisalia.com Exploring the biblical images of the Church. What does Church as the Body look like? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Romans 12:4-8, Ephesians 1:22-23, Colossians 1:18, Ephesians 4:11-16 Intro: Lighthearted opening about ironing a shirt. Reading 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, focusing on the body metaphor. The body metaphor as a familiar picture of the church. Acknowledging most peop...

radiantvisalia.com His done is greater than your doing. Christ is greater than Christians.  Hope is greater than here & now. Scripture References: 1 Timothy 3, Ephesians 2:19-22, Acts 2:42-47, Ephesians 4:11-16 Intro: Welcome and introduction of guest speakers: Danny and Colleen Cantelmi. The church is a family: a theme explored in the current series. Emphasis on the importance of this metapho...

radiantvisalia.com Exploring the biblical images of the Church. What does Church as a Flock look like? Scripture: John 10:11-18, Ezekiel 34, Isaiah 53, Revelation 7:17, 1 Peter 2:21-25 Intro: Humorous opening about bringing a sheep to church. Expressing gratitude for the congregation's presence. Context of the sermon series: unpacking metaphors of the church during separation. Recap of previo...

Scripture References: Luke 18:9-14; Acts 2; Joel 2:28-29 Intro: We've been exploring biblical metaphors for the church (family, body, bride, etc.). Today, we pause to look specifically at this church's story and future, centered around the theme of "tents" – not just as a biblical symbol, but from personal experiences that shaped our beginnings and inform our prayers today. Key...

radiantvisalia.com Exploring the biblical images of the Church. What does Church as the bride look like? Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, Revelation 19:7-9, Revelation 2:4-5, Isaiah 54:5, Psalm 63:1-8, Philippians 3:8 Intro: Lighthearted opening about Daylight Savings Time. Reading Ephesians 5:21-33, highlighting the metaphor of marriage. Church name "Radiant" explained; God's descript...

"Assembled" sermon series: Exploring the biblical images of the Church. What does Church as Family look like? Scripture References: 1 Timothy 3:4-5, 15; 1 Timothy 5:1-2; Galatians 6:10; Hebrews 10:24-25 Intro: Welcome back to our sermon series on metaphors for the Church. We continue exploring "Church as Family," building on last week (family implies priority and belonging). We...

"Assembled" sermon series: Exploring the biblical images of the Church. What does Church as Family look like? Scripture References: Mark 3:31-35; Matthew 10:37; Acts 2:41-47 Intro: Welcome! Today starts a 10-week sermon series exploring biblical metaphors for the Church (Body, Flock, Building, Bride, etc.). We begin with the most dominant metaphor: Family. After a year where our view of...

 Part 5 in Wilderness Seasons sermon series from Travis Aicklen about what the Bible has to say about tents and how we can lean into this season of worshiping in tents.  Scripture References: Hebrews 11:8-10; John 1:14; 2 Corinthians 5:1-5; 2 Peter 1:13-14; Revelation 21 (Also references Genesis, Exodus, Judges) Intro: (Podcast Sermon Title Suggestion: Tent Talk: Finding God in the Temporary) Ackn...

Scripture References: Joshua 1:1-9; Exodus 33:14-15; Deuteronomy 31:6, 8 Intro: Good morning. We've been exploring "wilderness" seasons – times of testing, waiting, feeling lost or stuck. Today's sermon asks: How do we exit the wilderness? How do we move into the promises God has for us? Joshua 1 provides a powerful blueprint, showing God's commission to Joshua after Moses...

Scripture References: Hebrews 11:32-40; Exodus 17:1-4; 1 Samuel 30:1-6; Mark 14:32-36; Psalm 18 Intro: Welcome. We're concluding our short series on the wilderness. We've asked: How do we know we're in one? (Pain, paradox, disorientation). What does God do there? (Prepares us, fights for us, teaches trust). Today, we ask the crucial question: How should we respond when facing wilder...

Scripture References: Exodus 13:17-18; Matthew 4:1; Hebrews 11:37-38 Intro: Welcome. Today begins a short series exploring the biblical concept of the "wilderness" or "desert." These terms describe challenging seasons God often uses in our lives. Just as Israel journeyed through the wilderness between Egypt and the Promised Land, we too experience times that feel barren or diso...

Part 2 in Wilderness Seasons sermon series from Travis Aicklen talking about characteristics of desert seasons. Scripture References: Exodus 13:17, Exodus 14, Exodus 15, Exodus 16 Intro: Gratitude for Sean and Mike. Acknowledging the "wilderness" as a collective experience. Wilderness: a place of testing, paradox, disorientation, and temptation. The question: "What possible good cou...

Scripture References: John 16:16-33; John 15:11; John 17:13; Romans 14:17; 1 Peter 1:6-9; Psalm 45:7 Intro: Continuing our "Remain in Him" series from Jesus' final words in John 13-17, we land in John 16. Jesus speaks mysteriously about leaving ("a little while and you will see me no longer") and returning ("again a little while and you will see me"), causing con...

Scripture References: John 15:18-16:11, John 1:9-12, 1:18, 14:18, 1 John 3:1, Matthew 6, Psalm 62, Hebrews 13:5, 4:15-16, 1 Peter 2:20-23, Ephesians 3:19 Intro: Personal connection to the Gospel of John and its focus on Jesus' love. Title: "Abiding When Hardship Happens." Definition of "abiding": relaxing deeply into something greater that holds and surrounds us. Focus on...