Boundaries with God Guide
April 28th, 2024
The core of today's sermon delved into the concept of boundaries—both human and divine. We focused on understanding and respecting God's boundaries with us, as well as the boundaries we ought to maintain in our lives. I shared how God respects our autonomy and decisions, allowing us to face the consequences of our actions, which is a divine boundary that teaches us responsibility and growth.As we ...
Boundaries with Technology Guide
April 21st, 2024
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...
Boundaries with Family Discussion Guide
April 14th, 2024
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...
Boundaries with Friends Discussion Guide
April 10th, 2024
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...
Raising Your Relational IQ Discussion Guide
April 5th, 2024
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....
When Will My Prayers Be Answered Discussion Guide
March 25th, 2024
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....
Where is God When Heaven is Silent
March 18th, 2024
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...