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Jonah - Animals Continuing in our series on the book of Jonah, we examine the animals in this story; Nate Huizinga leads us in looking at how we can take their example in obeying God, and see his provision in our lives, and when we might be called to be his provision. Discussion Starters: (Icebreaker) Do you have a favourite animal? Have you seen a hopeless situation turn into something life givin...

Jonah - Introduction We step into the book of Jonah, introducing some of the historical and literary context, and addressing the themes we will see as we work our way through this story. Nate Huizinga encourages us to embrace the silliness and satire of Jonah, and to find the humour in our own lives with God. Discussion Starters: What is a favourite story from your own life that is silly, or funny...

1 Corinthians 15:29-57 We continue through our series in 1 Corinthians, picking up where we left off last week in chapter 15. Nate Huizinga exposits, and encourages us to "put on" Christ now in light of our coming resurrection and transformation. Discussion Starters: (Icebreaker) Do you have a favourite team or uniform? Have you been baptised? What do you remember from your baptism? If not, have y...

1 Corinthians 15:1-28 Katie Twitchett brings us into chapter 15 of 1 Corinthians, encouraging us to align our whole lives with the truth of the resurrection of Christ, and allow that reality to permeate everything we do. Discussion Starters: (Icebreaker) What is one of your favourite stories (novels, movies, etc)? What is the climax of that story? Do you tend to think of life after death more in v...

1 Corinthians 14:34-35 We pick up in 1 Corinthians 14, looking specifically at verses 34 and 35, which we left aside last week. Nate Huizinga brings context to the verses, dealing with some of the textual difficulties of the passage, and encourages us all to be willing to learn, and to teach as we are able. Discussion Starters: (Icebreaker) Who was your favourite teacher, and why? Do you have any...

1 Corinthians 14 We look together at 1 Corinthians 14, with attention given to the difference between gifts or actions that build up individuals, and gifts or actions that build up the Church as a whole. Verses 34-35 were put aside as the focus for next week. Discussion Starters: (Icebreaker) What is your favourite sport or activity that you have been involved in? What can you give thanks for toge...

1 Corinthians 13 Nate Huizinga leads us through 1 Corinthians 13 after a week away for our church picnic, and testimonies outside. We step into "the Love chapter", and look at how love is described, and how we can step into examining our own lives to live and act in love more often. Discussion Starters: (Icebreaker) What mode of transport did you use to get here today? What opportunities...

1 Corinthians 12 Katie Twitchett leads us through 1 Corinthians 12, continuing our ongoing series. She speaks on spiritual gifts and the importance of diversity in the Church. We are challenged to see the value others with giftings different from our own bring to the Body of Christ. Discussion Starters: What is your favourite musical instrument to listen to? Are there any that you generally don’t...

1 Corinthians 11:17-34 We walk through the rest of 1 Corinthians 11, with Nate Huizinga speaking on Communion, it's importance, and the profound unity necessicary when engaging in it. We are encouraged to take this broader, applying it to each of our meals together, and our attitudes toward one another. Discussion Starters: What is the best thing you have ever eaten or tasted? What about Commu...

Missionary Visit | Michael and Eva Fast We pause our series through 1 Corinthians once again as we receive Michael and Eva Fast, missionaries serving in the Phillipines. They share about their lives, mission, and the work God is doing in and through them. Grow with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠seedlingchurch.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ info@seedlingchurch.ca 1 (604) 853-5821 If you would like to contribute financially to Seedling Chur...

1 Corinthians 10:15-11:1 Katie Twitchett leads us through the first portion of 1 Corinthians 11, helping us to think through issues of sources, head-coverings, and glory. We are challenged to consider ways we might glorify God which build up and are inoffensive to those around us. Discussion Starters: What is one of your favourite family or cultural traditions? Have you ever visited a culture outs...

Testimonies We pause our series through 1 Corinthians to engage together in the witnessing of testimonies from among our church body. Bonnie and Celine, two members of our leadership team share some of their experience of the faithfulness of God, facilitated by Katie Twitchett. Discussion Starters: Grow with us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠seedlingchurch.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ info@seedlingchurch.ca 1 (604) 853-5821 If you would lik...

1 Corinthians 10:15-11:1 Continuing through 1 Corinthians, Nate Huizinga speaks on worshiping God alone, and helps us apply Paul's instruction about food sacrificed to idols to our context today. We are challenged to consider others consciences in addition to our own when taking decisions or actions, and to use our freedom to build others up. Discussion Starters: What food causes you to praise...

1 Corinthians 9:24-10:14 We close out chapter 9 of 1 Corinthians and continue through the first half of chapter 10, as Paul instructs the Corinthians not to grow complacent, and not to give up in the race of life and faith. Nate Huizinga encourages us to continue to get up when we fall to temptation, and to again run towards Christ, who has completed the race and is faithful to help us in ours. Cr...

1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Continuing in chapter 9 of 1 Corinthians Nate Huizinga challenges us to take on Paul's charge to connect with all kinds of people however we may in order to bring them to knowledge of Christ. We are encouraged to do all that we do for the good of others and the sake of the Gospel that we might have a share in the Gospel. Discussion Starters: What is the best part of your...

1 Corinthians 9:1-18 We step into the first part of 1 Corinthian 9 as Katie Twitchett speaks from there on freedom and rights, including the challenging us with the freedom we find when we follow the example of Chist and of Paul in laying down our rights for the good of others, and the blessing we receive when we bless in this way. Cross Text: John 10:14-18 Discussion Starters: What is your favour...

1 Corinthians 8 Katie Twitchett leads us through the 8th chapter of 1 Corinthians, turning to the issue of meat sacrificed to idols. She helps us to apply the principles of Paul's instruction to our own situation, and encourages us to use love as the guide for how we treat others and make our own decisions. Discussion Starters: How do you feel about camping? Any camping stories to share? Can y...

1 Corinthians 7:17-40 We cap off our foray through the 7th chapter of 1 Corinthians. Nate Huizinga speaks on singleness and the importance of undivided devotion to the Lord for all his people, especially encouraging unmarried individuals in the opportunities they have which might not be possible for married folks. Discussion Starters: Window or isle seat? What are some stresses that married people...

1 Corinthians 7:10-16, 39-40 Due to technical issues we do not have a recording of last week's sermon. We apologise. If you would like a transcript of the message please email: nate@seedlingchurch.ca This is our second week in chapter 7 of 1 Corinthians. Nate Huizinga walks through what this chapter, and other parts of scripture, have to say about divorce, and lays out some principles for us a...

1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Katie Twitchett closes out chapter 6 of 1 Corinthians, tackling sexual ethics and how they fit within a larger framework of sin in general. She challenges us to look at our lives to see were we have come out of alignment with God's good desires for us by chasing after, and becoming tied up in our own desires and solutions. Discussion Starters: Icebreaker: Would you rather...

1 Corinthians 5:1-6:11 We dig into chapter 5 of 1 Corinthians, along with the beginning of chapter 6. Nate Huizinga focusses on Paul's teaching around spiritual unity, and how we are to think of and deal with judgement, both within and outside of the Church. Discussion Starters: What is a specific example you have witnessed of someone displaying humility? What are some things that you have vie...

1 Corinthians 4 Our message comes from 1 Corinthians 4, in which the Apostle Paul continues to build on the theme of humility. Nate Huizinga walks us through the chapter, focussing on the contrast between arrogance and humility, and the example of Paul in spiritual parenthood. Discussion Starters: Who has been an example of a parental figure to you in your life? How does Paul’s humility inform wha...

1 Corinthians 3 Progressing through 1 Corinthians, this week's sermon comes out of chapter 3. Katie Twitchett leads us through it, and speaks on spiritual maturity, challenging us to humble ourselves so that we might not be too proud to grow. Cross Texts: Matthew 11:29 John 17:20-23 Discussion: What was the most stressful job you ever had? What made it stressful? What do you think of the descr...

1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16 We carry on from last week, take our next step through the book of 1 Corinthians. Nate Huizinga speaks to us about what is offered in the Christian faith, the Gospel and it's unifying demand for those who believe, and the foolishness of God. Discussion: What about the Gospel is striking you today? What are you looking for? (Signs & wonders? Wisdom? A mass of people?...

1 Corinthians 1:1-17 We begin our series through 1 Corinthians, with Nate Huizinga taking us through the first 17 verses. We are exhorted to be united in Christ, and to be willing to look for what is honourable and commendable in one another. Discussion: Find something honourable or commendable before the Lord about each person at your table, and express it. Find something honourable or commendabl...