Posts with the category “discussion-guides”

I explored the historical perspective of the church's relationship with technology, from the printing press to digital media, and how each phase was initially met with skepticism. I stressed that while technology can enhance our ability to connect and access information, it also presents challenges that require us to maintain a balance.Delving into Proverbs' teachings, I drew parallels between anc...  Read More

In my sermon today, I explored the complex dynamics of family relationships and the importance of setting holy boundaries within them. I acknowledged the challenges that come with family ties, some of which we choose and others we inherit. I read from Proverbs 10:23, which contrasts the enjoyment of folly with the pleasure of living wisely, and shared a personal reflection on the allure of spontan...  Read More

My sermon focused on living in the freedom Christ gives us, mainly through the lens of friendship and boundaries. I introduced the book of Proverbs as our guide for this series, acknowledging that while it's often overlooked due to its poetic nature, it contains profound wisdom on living wisely. I used Jesus' relationships as a model to illustrate different types of friendships: the crowd, the tri...  Read More

Our focus today is on Mary Magdalene, a devoted follower of Jesus, who experienced profound healing and transformation through her encounter with Him. Despite not being named among the twelve disciples, her dedication was such that the church later honored her as a saint and a disciple of the disciples. Her story is pivotal as she was the first to witness the empty tomb and the resurrected Christ....  Read More

Our focus today is on Mary Magdalene, a devoted follower of Jesus, who experienced profound healing and transformation through her encounter with Him. Despite not being named among the twelve disciples, her dedication was such that the church later honored her as a saint and a disciple of the disciples. Her story is pivotal as she was the first to witness the empty tomb and the resurrected Christ....  Read More

This sermon titled “Where is God when heaven is silent?” explores the concept of silence, focusing on Holy Saturday and parallels to our prayer life. Holy Saturday symbolizes uncertainty and doubt, testing faith and offering an opportunity for growth. The sermon emphasizes the importance of community support, creating spaces of stillness to hear God’s voice, and the role of doubt and faith in spir...  Read More