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Resource Speaker: Brett Nakashima

Through the Deepest Valley He Will Lead (Psalm 23:4)

My hope in dark valleys is the presence of my Shepherd.

I. The Darkness of the Valley (v.4a) — three truths for dark valleys
1. God is sovereign over all, including evil and suffering (Eph. 1:11)
2. God does not author evil (1 Jn. 1:5; Ps. 5:4)
3. God is with us when we face evil and suffering (Ps. 23:4)
II. The Presence of the Shepherd (v.4b) — four responses in dark valleys
1. Weep, knowing that suffering is real (Ps. 13; 88)
2. Pray, knowing God wants you to come to Him (Phil. 4:6; 1 Pet. 5:7)
3. Trust in God, who is unbelievably sovereign and loving (Ps. 56:3; Eph. 3:19)
4. Hope in God and the eternal weight of glory (2 Cor. 4:16-17; Rom. 8:18)

This Is Youth Ministry!

From Colossians 1:28-29, Pastor Brett Nakashima casts the biblical vision for Lighthouse Youth: youth ministry exists to proclaim Christ so that every student is presented mature in Him. It is a foundation for the year ahead, built on proclamation, equipping, and loving community.

1. A ministry of proclamation: holding out Christ from God’s Word, week in and week out.
2. Equipping students for a life of obedience and worship, growing mature in Christ.
3. The centrality of loving community and discipleship, with parents leading the way.

Psalm 8 | Our Great God Who Cares Greatly

Key Idea: My great God cares greatly about me  I. Our Great God A. God’s Majesty – in all the earth (v.1, 9) Exodus 3:15 – יְהוָה (YHWH/Yahweh) B. God’s Power – through weakness (v.2) C. God’s Rule – through humans (v.5-8) II. Who Cares Greatly A. God’s Care – for me (v.3-4) Small Group […]

Ephesians 5:6-14 | Was Blind But Now I See

Key Idea: In Christ, we are transformed from darkness to light Three Commands for Children of Light: I. Do not be deceived (v.6-7) Main Point: Sin leads to God’s wrath II. Walk in The Light (v.8-10) Main Point: Identity transforms actions III. Reject Darkness and Look to Jesus (v.11-14) Main Point: Turn to Christ for […]

Back to Basics – Love Your Church (1 Thessalonians 2:7-12)

A 3-Part Definition of a Church: Three Ways to Love Your Church: I. Care for them (v.7-8) Show gentleness and affection towards others II. Work hard for them (v9-10) Work hard at loving others and being a good example III. Encourage them (v.11-12) Point one another towards Christ Discussion Questions

Back to Basics – Know God

Key idea: Knowing God means having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ by repenting of sin and believing in Him 3 And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent. – John 17:3 I. Knowing God is Possible (Because He reveals Himself) II. Knowing […]