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Scripture References: Matthew 7:7-8, Philippians 2:1-11 (referenced), Psalm 139:16-18, Ephesians 3:20, John 15 (referenced) Intro: Personal testimony of a prophetic word and God's leading. Emphasis on following God's "breadcrumbs of guidance." Introduction of the theme: "Ask, Seek, Knock: Seeking first the presence of God." Passage read: Matthew 7:7-8 (with emphasis o...

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Corinthians 13, 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, Ephesians 4, Acts Intro: Acknowledge the "rowdy" service from the previous week. Share a positive interaction with a long-time pastor regarding the service. Reiterate the permission granted to ask for the Holy Spirit's power and authority. Address the controversy surrounding spiritual gifts in the...

Scripture References: Acts 1:4-8; Luke 24:49; Luke 11:11-13; John 7:37-39; Ephesians 3:16; 2 Timothy 1:7 Intro: Following Jesus involves joining His mission. After His resurrection, Jesus commissioned His disciples for this huge task (Matt 28). But critically, He also commanded them to WAIT. Wait for what? For the promise of the Father – to be "clothed with power from on high" (Luke 24:4...

Scripture References: Ephesians 4:11-13 2 Timothy 3:12 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 (Implied) Zephaniah 3:17-18 (Implied) Intro: The Song of Songs as a journey through seven seasons of spiritual growth. Progression of maturity: righteousness vs. lived-out holiness. Obedience to the voice of the Bridegroom as the key. Key Points: Season Seven: Faithfulness, Life Calling, Fiery Love Bride's initiative...

Scripture References: Psalm 119:18; Matthew 6:22-34; Psalm 8:3-4; Psalm 19:1-4; Romans 1:19-21; Matthew 11:25-26 Intro: In lives often filled with anxiety, busyness, and a focus on problems, God invites us into something different: wonder and awe. This isn't about ignoring reality, but about intentionally shifting our perspective to see His goodness and presence, starting perhaps with the sim...

Scripture References: Song of Songs 4:6, 4:16, Ch 5, 6:1-4; Philippians 3:10; Mark 15:33-34; Isaiah 53:3 Intro: Last time, we saw the Bride move from fear to obedience, embracing risk for Jesus. She declared total commitment, willing to face hardship ("north wind") or ease ("south wind") to grow closer to Him (Song 4:6, 16). Jesus delights in this surrender (5:1). Now, in Chapt...

Scripture References: John 15:12-15; Proverbs (multiple, e.g., 13:20, 18:24, 27:6, 27:17); Genesis 2-3; James 2:23; 1 Samuel 18; Ruth 1; Colossians 3:12-15 Intro: Welcome to this sermon! Summer often evokes memories of deep friendships forged during camps, sleepovers, or neighborhood adventures ( The Sandlot ). But as adults with responsibilities, maintaining those deep connections can feel challe...

Scripture References: Song of Songs 2:8 - 4:16; Matthew 9:37-38; Matthew 28:18-20; John 4:34-38; 2 Timothy 1:6-7; 1 John 4:20-21 Intro: Welcome. Speaker Glenn Power continues the series on Song of Songs, moving from Season 3 (Rest & Romance) into Season 4 (Maturity & Mission). After establishing intimacy and security in God's love, the Bridegroom (Jesus) calls the Bride (us) out from...

Scripture References: Genesis 1; 1 John 3:1; Luke 15:11-32; Matthew 6:6-9, 25-34; John 14-16; Galatians 4:4-7 Intro: Happy Father's Day! Becoming a father, especially feeling young and unprepared (like never having held a baby!), reveals our own deep need to be fathered. Experiencing inadequacy in earthly fatherhood points us directly to our universal need for a Heavenly Father – someone to s...

Scripture References: Song of Songs 1:12-2:7 (Main); Psalm 37:4; John 14; 1 Corinthians 15 Intro: Continuing our journey through the Song of Songs as a picture of the believer's relationship with Christ, this sermon focuses on "Season 3" (Song 1:12-2:7). Building on initial vision (S1) and the crucial revelation of grace ("dark yet lovely," S2), this phase emphasizes Rest,...

Scripture References: Matthew 11:25-30 (Main); Philippians 4:6-7 Intro: This sermon by guest speaker Bill Gaultiere addresses the pervasive issue of anxiety and offers Jesus' invitation into His "easy yoke" from Matthew 11:25-30. As the "Light of Christ" in our community, cultivating a non-anxious presence is vital. Yet, many struggle with worry, hurry, and the fear of mis...

Scripture References: Song of Songs 1:2-8, John 15:4-5, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Hebrews 3:15, Ephesians 3:14-19, 2 Samuel 11-12, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 25:1-13, 1 John 1:8-9, Romans 6:11-13, 2 Corinthians 3:18. Intro: Review of Song of Songs 1:2-4: initial awakening, intimacy, and ministry. Transition to Song of Songs 1:5-8: a season of darkness and loveliness. The common journey: initial zeal, follo...

Scripture References: Hosea 1-3; 1 Peter 1:18-19; Romans 5:8; 1 John 4:19 Intro: Welcome to this sermon exploring one of the Bible's most visceral stories: the prophet Hosea. In a deeply wicked nation, God gives Hosea a shocking command – marry Gomer, a temple prostitute. We'll trace their story: the unlikely marriage, the budding love, Gomer's heartbreaking departure into adultery...

Scripture References: Song of Songs 1:2-4; Ephesians 5:31-32; Deuteronomy 8:3; 2 Corinthians 2:14-16; Matthew 25:1-30; Philippians 3:7-8 Intro: Welcome back to our sermon series on the Song of Songs! Last week we established this book as the Holy Spirit's favorite song, best understood allegorically as a picture of the divine romance between God (the Bridegroom) and us (the bride). Today, we...

Scripture References: Mark 2:23-28; Mark 3:1-6; Romans 14:5-6; Colossians 2:16-17; Isaiah 58:13-14 Intro: Welcome. Speaker Travis concludes the "Holy Habits" series focusing on spiritual disciplines. Today revisits Sabbath, exploring Jesus' relationship with this practice (Mark 2-3). Moving beyond Old Testament foundations (Creation rest, 4th Commandment), we ask: How did Jesus keep...

Scripture References: Ephesians 5, John 13-17, Matthew 24, 1 Corinthians 13, Revelation 2, 2 Corinthians 11, Hosea 2, Isaiah 54, John 14, 1 Corinthians 15, Revelation 19 Intro: Introduction by Travis. The church as the bride of Christ: a metaphor for intimacy and relationship. This is part of a series exploring the metaphors used to describe the church. Key Points: The Bridegroom and the Bride: Th...

Scripture References: Exodus 20:8-11; Deuteronomy 5:12-15; Exodus 16:22-30; Genesis 1:26-2:3; Isaiah 58:13-14 Intro: Welcome. Speaker Travis continues the "Holy Habits" (Spiritual Disciplines) series. Acknowledging our busy, driven culture (work statistics, "busy badge"), today begins a two-part look at the discipline of Sabbath. Is it just an outdated rule, or a vital practice...

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Corinthians 14, Ephesians 4, 1 Timothy, 1 John, Galatians 2:20, Proverbs 2, Proverbs 3, Proverbs 4, Proverbs 8, Proverbs 9, Proverbs 11:22, Proverbs 16, Proverbs 24, James 1:5, John 8:32, John 14:6, Hebrews 4:12 Intro: Introduction of the speakers and their roles. The importance of the Word of God for Christians. The discussion is framed as a conversation...

Scripture References: Acts 1:1-9; Matthew 26:26-30; John 13:4-12; John 21:1-14; Mark 10:43-45; Philippians 2:1-11 Sermon Notes: Intro: Continuing our "Holy Habits" series on spiritual disciplines, we focus today on Service . Disciplines are practices based on Jesus' lifestyle, creating space for God's transforming power. We're training , not just trying, to be like Him. Se...

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Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 15:1-7; 1 Peter 3:18; John 17:3; Luke 23:39-43; Revelation 21:1-4; Philippians 2:6-8; Isaiah 53 Intro: What would it take to radically change your core beliefs and alliances, like Saul becoming Paul? An encounter with the risen Christ. Today, we remember the gospel (1 Cor 15) – not just good advice for living, but the world-changing good news of what God has don...

Scripture References: John 4:7-26; John 3:6-8; 1 Corinthians 3:17; 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 Intro: Welcome. In our "Holy Habits" series on spiritual disciplines, we explore Worship today. While some disciplines feel unnatural, worship – ascribing worth – is something we all do constantly. The question isn't if we worship, but who or what . Jesus' conversation with the woman at the...

Scripture References: Matthew 6:16-18; Matthew 9:14-17; Matthew 17; Acts 13 & 14; Luke 2; Joel 1-2; Ezra 8; Daniel 6; Esther 4; Isaiah 58; Jeremiah 29:13 Intro: Welcome to our sermon series, "Holy Habits." We're shifting from trying to be like Jesus to training like Jesus, adopting His lifestyle practices (spiritual disciplines) to encounter God and be transformed. Today, we tac...

Scripture References: Matthew 6:19-24; 2 Corinthians 8:1-5; 2 Corinthians 9:6-9; 1 Timothy 6:17-19; Psalm 112 Intro: Welcome to this sermon in our series on "Holy Habits." We're exploring spiritual disciplines – practices modeled by Jesus that create space for the Holy Spirit to transform us. Remember Dallas Willard's words: "Grace is not opposed to effort; it's oppos...

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