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Resilient Life

The Resilient Life

We live in an anxious age. Our 24 hour news cycle, social media hype, and globally connected world fuels our fears. Danger seems to be lurking around every corner. To counter this, the secular world has crafted “safe spaces” to shield the next generation from pain and suffering. But is this the solution? Are we meant to avoid stress and live a comfortable?

Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians tells a different story. With boldness and love, Paul exhorts the believers: “We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; (2 Corinthians 4:8-9, ESV).” In short, he calls the Corinthian Christians, and us, to love the resilient life?

Supporting Resources
Se7en Churches of Revelation – small group workbook

Se7en Churches of Revelation – Sermon Series
Symbols in the Book of Revelation.

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What is the resilient life? We are able to recover quickly, because we know where our hope lies. As Paul writes, “So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. 17 For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison (2 Cor. 4:16-17, ESV).” This series will look at themes in 2nd Corinthians and draw from the five practices of resilience outlined in the book Faith for Exiles. By the end of this series, we hope you will be prepared to live a RESILIENT LIFE for Christ.

Act I Sermon Schedule:
12/3 Luke 1:1-4 Intro: Letter to Theophilus & Overview
12/10 Luke 1:5-38 Prediction of John and Jesus’ Birth
12/7 Luke 1:39-80 Mary’s Prayer and Zechariah’s Prophecy
12/24 Luke 2:1-52 The Birth of Jesus
Christmas Eve Morning at 10am
Christmas Eve 4pm & 5:30pm

Don't miss ACT II - Introduction of Jesus, Luke 3-9. Beginning December 31

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Overhaul of the Heart

A Journey Toward True Revival

In a world of division and distraction, discouragement is a natural reaction. The polarization of our culture, and within the church, leaves many wondering—what is God doing? Is there any hope? Will there be a revival? 

This sermon series will tackle the topic of “revival,” both personally and corporately. It is so easy to get caught up in the noise of our world, that we forgot our first focus should be our relationship with Christ. When our hearts are transformed by his Gospel … everything else follows.  

Over these four weeks, we will answer four questions about revival. What is it? Why do we need it? How do we get it? How do we know it’s real? 

We pray your heart is both overhauled and refreshed this January

Supporting Resources
Se7en Churches of Revelation – small group workbook

Se7en Churches of Revelation – Sermon Series
Symbols in the Book of Revelation.

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Act I Sermon Schedule:
12/3 Luke 1:1-4 Intro: Letter to Theophilus & Overview
12/10 Luke 1:5-38 Prediction of John and Jesus’ Birth
12/7 Luke 1:39-80 Mary’s Prayer and Zechariah’s Prophecy
12/24 Luke 2:1-52 The Birth of Jesus
Christmas Eve Morning at 10am
Christmas Eve 4pm & 5:30pm

Don't miss ACT II - Introduction of Jesus, Luke 3-9. Beginning December 31

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The Unveiling, Revelation of Jesus Christ

Revelation of Jesus Christ

The Revelation of Jesus Christ is an unveiling. It is an unveiling of the true person and work of Christ against the powers of darkness, an unveiling of the Spiritual Realm and an Unveiling of the future and an unveiling of the mysteries of John’s visions. We will explore the timeless truths and profound revelations woven into the fabric of this extraordinary biblical story. From the triumphant Lamb of God to the cosmic battles between good and evil, the book of Revelation was a letter that serves as both a warning and a source of hope for believers of all ages.

 

Join us as we navigate the vivid imagery, decipher the symbolic language, and discover the enduring message of victory, redemption, and the ultimate fulfillment of God’s divine plan.

Supporting Resources
Se7en Churches of Revelation – small group workbook

Se7en Churches of Revelation – Sermon Series
Symbols in the Book of Revelation.

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In the midst of uncertainty, the book of Revelation inspires believers to a steadfast faith and a resolute hope in the God who holds the future in His hands. Primarily, Revelation is a book about true worship. Will you bow your knee to the powers of this evil world, or will you bow your knee to the one who is worthy? Embark on this profound journey through the apocalyptic tapestry in this captivating sermon series and rediscover and appraise the one who is worthy 

Act I Sermon Schedule:
12/3 Luke 1:1-4 Intro: Letter to Theophilus & Overview
12/10 Luke 1:5-38 Prediction of John and Jesus’ Birth
12/7 Luke 1:39-80 Mary’s Prayer and Zechariah’s Prophecy
12/24 Luke 2:1-52 The Birth of Jesus
Christmas Eve Morning at 10am
Christmas Eve 4pm & 5:30pm

Don't miss ACT II - Introduction of Jesus, Luke 3-9. Beginning December 31

Previous Sermons in this Series

Luke-Act V: Final Week of Jesus

Luke ACT 5, Final Week of Jesus

The final five chapters of bring us to the end … the final week of Jesus’ first coming. He enters Jersulam, he tells his followers about the end of the world, he has a last meal with them … and then he goes to the cross. He takes our sins on himself. It is the culmination of his mission: to seek and save the lost. This is why Jesus came. The cross is how he will save the world … and the cross has changed the world. Do you want to be saved? You cannot miss this final section of our series.

Luke Series Overview
Have you ever lost something … something that was precious to you? It could be a family member, a wedding ring, a career, or, today, even you phone. Parts of our lives are precious to us. The question is: how far would you go? If someone or something is lost, how far would you go to seek and save them? We live in a world fill with lost people. People are searching, seeking, something bigger and better—something to fill the gap we sense in our hearts. People are longing for salvation but finding it in the wrong places. We need a savio

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The Gospel of Luke is the story of God himself, Jesus Christ, coming to earth to seek and save the lost. Luke is a long book, but it shows us many dimensions of Jesus. In every section we see Jesus seeking us. He comes as a baby through the incarnation … seeking us. He performs miracles to show his power .. as he seeks us. He walks along the road with us as we ask questions. He dies for us … but then he rises again. And now, he sends his followers out into the world to seek the lost.  

It’s the call of Jesus. How far would you go … to seek the lost?  

What is the point? These books begin with hope, but end in disappointment. The spiritual state of the people are unchanged. The political and social reforms don’t address the core concerns of the heart. The book points us forward to the need for the new covenant which would renovate the human heart as prophesied by Jeremiah (ch 31) and Ezekiel (ch 36).  

 

Act I Sermon Schedule:
12/3 Luke 1:1-4 Intro: Letter to Theophilus & Overview
12/10 Luke 1:5-38 Prediction of John and Jesus’ Birth
12/7 Luke 1:39-80 Mary’s Prayer and Zechariah’s Prophecy
12/24 Luke 2:1-52 The Birth of Jesus
Christmas Eve Morning at 10am
Christmas Eve 4pm & 5:30pm

Don't miss ACT II - Introduction of Jesus, Luke 3-9. Beginning December 31

Commentaries:
David E. Garland, Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament, Volume 3 (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2011).
Robert H. Stein, The New American Commentary, Vol 24 (Nashville: B&H, 1992).
Darrell Bock, Luke: NIVAC
Darrell Bock, Luke: Baker Exegetical Commentary
Mike McKinley, Luke For You found HERE.  
Green, The Gospel of Luke (NICNT).  
Craig Blomberg, Jesus and the Gospels 
Craig Blomberg, Interpreting The Parables.  
Philip Ryken, Luke (Reformed Expository Commentary). 

Books and Articles: 
Preaching on Luke by Scott Gibson
Four Reasons You Should Preach Through Luke by Philip Howell (9 Marks). Find article HERE.  
A Meal With Jesus. by Tim Chester Find book HERE.  
Preaching on Luke by Des Smith (TGC). Find article HERE.
To Change The World.  James Davidson Hunter. 
The Prodigal God by Tim Keller (Luke 15). 

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