Calling and Comfort (John 14:15-24)
1. Live for Christ by living with Christ – The first Helper/Advocate/Counselor is Christ – The second Helper/Advocate/Counselor is the Holy Spirit – The role of the Holy Spirit (from Dr. Bruce Ware in Father, Son, & Holy Spirit): – The Spirit Assists in Carrying out the Work of the Father – Spirit works to […]
Samson
Songs from Seeds Family Worship – https://www.seedsfamilyworship.com/ Used with permission – God is Unchanging (Hebrews 13:8) Undivided Heart (Psalm 86:11-13) You Are My All in All Word and music by Dennis Jernigan © 1991 Shepherd’s Heart Music, Inc. (Admin. by PraiseCharts Publishing, Inc.) Used by permission. CCLI #2580292, CSPL043775 Activity sheet for younger kids Activity […]
Fruit of the Spirit: Patience
God’s Grace: Cleansing the Crazy from COVID-19
“Gaahhhh!” I’m caught between a trash can and a tantrum. We’re at the park, and while the boys are eating their snacks, Travis drops a piece of his blueberry Belvita cracker on the ground. The “COVID crazy mom” in me panics as he grabs it just before I can, but am relieved to pry it […]
Episode 59: Redeem the Time with Diligence
“When we love Christ and have faith in Him, we gladly work diligently as our spiritual worship to Him. We acknowledge and affirm that Christ diligently obeyed the will of His father and went through much sacrifice and labor to die on the cross and that we too have been crucified with Christ and it […]
Relating to Family and Friends (Selected Scriptures)
I. God’s Love Must Shape Our Love II. God’s Love in us Builds Trust in our Relationships
Episode 58: Growing Hearts for Prayer
Read Megan, Mei, and Nicole’s blog post! Practical Applications: 1) Start small with 4-5 prayer cards (Suggestion: 2 character traits you want to grow in, 1 significant person and 1 significant event). Frame each with a Bible verse to help direct your prayers. 2) Pray with a friend or a group of friends over the […]
Episode 57: Fools Rush In
“In the face of racial and social unrest, have you taken the time to consider your response and your own stance? Have you carefully listened to other’s experiences and considerations? As you apply to college or grad school or a job are you slowing down to consider what God’s Word has to say in your […]
Recommended Resources: July 13, 2020
Book Recommendation from a Pastor “Sing!: How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family, and Church” by Keith and Kristyn Getty Recommendation by Pastor David Lee From the outside, a lot of what the church does may appear to very similar to what many secular organizations would do. We hold meetings, we put on events around shared […]
Jesus’ Promises for Troubled Hearts (John 14:1-14)
Key Idea: When our hearts are troubled, Jesus promises his presence, his sufficiency, and his power. Jesus Promises His Presence (vv. 1-4) Jesus Promises His Sufficiency (vv. 5-11) Jesus Promises His Power (vv. 12-14)