TYG - The Youth Group

This week guest speaker Josiah Patterson will be bringing the Word to us. Where do we turn when we are faced with a difficult decision, are looking for guidance, or going about our normal life? In the Bible we can see that we are to depend on the Lord for everything and we should make inquiring of Him a habit. Relient K Jars of Clay

Winter Camp 2025

Winter Camp 2025

Winter Camp 2025

Winter Camp 2025

Winter Camp 2025 Session 1

The tongue can be used for great good or can be used for great evil. In this passage, we will see why the genuine believer ought to exercise discipline over their tongue. The Tongue is Untamable (v7-8) No man can tame the tongue Every man is fully dependent on the grace of God The Tongue Reveals the Heart (v9-12) The tongue reveals a double-mindedness residing in the heart The fruit that comes out...

The tongue can be used for great good or can be used for great evil. In this passage, we will see why the genuine believer ought to exercise discipline over their tongue. The Tongue Brings Judgment (v1-2) We will be judged for our words (v1) We all sin with our words (v2) The Tongue is a Directing Force (v3-5a) The tongue is the means of control (v3-4) The tongue is small but mighty (v5a) The Tong...

Guest Speaker Ben Nissen preaches from the book of Philemon. Paul is appealing to Philemon to forgive Onesimus, a runaway slave, and receive him back as a brother in Christ. Paul's appeal based on Philemon's character (v4-9) Paul's appeal based upon Onesimus' transformation (v10-16) The cost of forgiveness (v17-18) The results of forgiveness (v21-25)

In this passage we now look at the next two case studies, this time showing what active faith looks like. In doing so, we will examine the faith of both Abraham and Rahab. Abraham's Active Faith (v21-24) Abraham demonstrated active sacrificial faith (v21-23) Abraham is an example that one is justified by works and not by faith alone (v24) Rahab's Active Faith (v25-26) Rahab demonstrated active ris...

James continues to present what authentic faith looks like. In this passage, he shows that faith without works is dead. An Inactive Faith is Dead (v14-17) Proposition: Can faith without works save you? (v14) Example: Inactive faith (v15-16) Verdict: Faith without works is dead (v17) A Demon-like Faith is Dead (v18-20) Proposition: Can faith and works be separated? (v18) Example: Demon faith (v19)...

In light of being doers of the Word, James shows us what authentic faith looks like. The Characteristics of Authentic Faith (1:26-27) Exercising self-control of the tongue (1:26) Extending mercy to the needy (1:27a) Avoiding worldliness within yourself (1:27b) The Test of Authentic Faith (2:1-13) Partiality defined (2:1-4) Partiality contradicts God (2:5) Partiality is foolishness (2:6-7) Partiali...

The Word of God is the foundation of how we live out our faith in Jesus Christ. In this passage, we will see the importance of both knowing the Word and obeying the Word. Know the Word (v19-21) Listen to the Word (v19-21a) Receive the Word (v21b) Obey the Word (v22-25) Respond to the Word (v22) Forgetting the Word (v23-24) Blessings of the Word (v25)

Guest speaker Purple Chris looks at Jude's desire to write about the Gospel but the greater need to write about ungodly people who have crept into the church and the warning he gives. I Intro (v1-2) Jude's Dilemma (v3) Judgement Designated (v4) Jude's Description (v5-15) Jude's Desire for Jesus' Disciples (v17-23) Extro (v24-25)

As he concludes his section on trials, James urges Christians to not blame God in the midst of trials, but instead to behold God in the midst of trials. Blaming God in the midst of trials (v13-15) Temptation is not by God (v13) Temptation comes from your own desire (v14-15) Beholding God in the midst of trials (v16-18) God is the giver of good gifts (v16-17a) God is the Father of lights (v17b) God...

Luke Shelnutt traces the transformed life of the Apostle Peter. Life BEFORE the transforming power of the Holy Spirit The sin of pride (Mark 14:26-31) The sin of fear of man (Luke 22:54-62) A transformed life in the PRESENT as a result of the Holy Spirit The power of the Holy Spirit in individuals (Acts 2:1-36) The power of the Holy Spirit in the gospel (Acts 2:37-47) Living in light of the FUTURE...

Dan Arcilla preaches from 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 and looks at the Spirit-empowered boldness given to the new creation in Christ. Past: Understand your need of transformation (v12-15) Present: Marvel at God's means of transformation (v16-17) Future: Cling to God's promise of transformation (v18)

hrough God's wisdom Christians can indeed live out their faith as they navigate through the trials in life, and worship Him as they are conformed more into the image of His Son. Wisdom Needed in Trials (v5-8) The Christian must ask God for wisdom The Christian must ask God in faith Wisdom Applied in Trials (v9-11) Wisdom applied is seeing our true identity Wisdom applied is resting in our spiritua...

In the opening 18 verses of the book of James, we see how the Christian can worship God even in the midst of trials. Those with true genuine faith in Jesus should reflect a life of worship, even in the darkest of trials. Intro (v1) The author The audience The message Responding to Trials (v2-4) Christians are to have an attitude of joy amidst trials (v2) Christians are to have joy in trials becaus...

In times of suffering, even Christians tend to ask difficult questions like: "Why would God allow this to happen?" or even get more philosophical and ask "How can a holy God either use or allow evil to cause people to suffer?" Guest Speaker Damon Duncan tackles these difficult questions on the anniversary of an infamous day in American history, September 11, and reminds everyone of the promises Go...

Guest Speaker Alex Ayala teaches from John 1:1-18. This passage introduces the Word as both divine and distinct from God, who became flesh in the person of Jesus Christ to bring light and grace to humanity. This passage will emphasize Jesus' unique role as the revelation of God and the source of truth and salvation. Outline: In the Beginning Was the Word (v1-5) There Was a Man Whose Name was John...

This week we will look at the last 3 verses of Psalm 23 and will see that our confidence and comfort can be found in The Shepherd. The Protecting Shepherd (v4) The Providing Shepherd (v5) The Securing Shepherd (v6)

We begin a short two-week series on Psalm 23. This week we will look at the first 3 verses and will see the intimate relationship the Shepherd has with His sheep. Outline: The Satisfying Shepherd (v1) The Refreshing Shepherd (v2) The Restoring Shepherd (v3)

Guest Speaker Jason Lefler teaches from 1 Timothy... Paul charges Timothy to faithful ministry by staying true to the gospel through the faithful preaching of God’s Word. It is important that we hold to the truth under the banner of love which exposes our sin and points us to the true and living hope found in the gospel. Charged to discern the truth Charged to love the truth Charged to expose sin...

As Paul concludes his letter to the Philippians, he rejoices once again because of their partnership with him in the gospel of Jesus Christ. We will examine 5 ways in what it looks like to partner in the gospel. Partnering when it is unpopular to do so (v14-16) Partnering that produces fruit (v17) Partnering that requires sacrifice (v18) Partnering for our good and for God's glory (v19-20) Partner...