“Dirty Theology,” James Pt. 1 – Evan Snyder

February 5, 2023

We begin a study through the book of James. James lays out practical wisdom for followers of Jesus to live by. Life is hard and following Jesus can be messy business but there is hope for living in a broken world.

FORMED, Week Two – Anchor, Pt. 1 – Allan McCullough

January 29, 2023

We continue a new 10-week sermon series learning about how Christlike character is formed in us and what it means to live life following Jesus. This morning, we study 2 Timothy 3-4 to learn how character is anchored in God's Word.

This series is designed to be a discipleship tool so the people of the church can help each other grow in Christlikeness. The reflection questions below can be used to specifically apply what we are learning to your life. These questions are meant to be asked and answered in a community setting such as a small group or one-on-one.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS:

1. Review the fruits of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23. Discuss how God’s grace specifically helps each of these fruits grow in someone’s life.

2. Read 2 Timothy 3:10-4:5. As specifically as possible, list all roles that the Word of God plays in the life of the believer.

3. What warnings is the reader given in 2 Timothy 3:10-4:5?

4. Read Isaiah 66:1-2. What do you think it means to tremble at the Word of God?

5. In your own life, in what ways have you been tempted to take away from God’s Word? This question may take some time to answer substantively.

6. In your own life, in what ways have you been tempted to add to God’s Word? This question may take some time to answer substantively.

7. Where do you disagree with God’s Word? Do you allow God’s Word to challenge you and your perspective? When is the last time you felt corrected by God’s Word?

8. What does it means to represent God, His Kingdom, and His Word to the world with gentleness and grace?

9. Why is it vital that we read and wrestle with God’s Word in community with our local church? How does this practice represent God’s Kingdom and help further grow the fruits of the Spirit in us?

Formed – Week One : Citizen – Allan McCullough

January 22, 2023

We begin a new 10-week sermon series learning about how Christlike character is formed in us and what it means to live life following Jesus. This morning, we study Ephesians 2 to learn how character flows from our identity.

This series is designed to be a discipleship tool so the people of the church can help each other grow in Christlikeness. The reflection questions below can be used to specifically apply what we are learning to your life. These questions are meant to be asked and answered in a community setting such as a small group or one-on-one. 

REFLECTION QUESTIONS:

If you have been following Jesus for more than a few years, in what ways have you seen God form Christlike character in you? Ask your spouse, a close friend, coworker, or family member - how do they describe the ways in which your character has changed since following Jesus? Would they affirm that some or all of the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) are evident and/or growing in you?

If you are new in your walk with Jesus, what kind of character do you hope that God forms in you? What do you imagine as you read Jeremiah 18:1-6? Which fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) do you believe might be lacking in your character?

Review Ephesians 2:1-10.

-What words are used to describe a person prior to God’s intervention in their life through Christ?

-What verbs are used to describe God’s intervention in someone’s life?

-What is God’s motivation for doing these things?

-What must a person do to “be saved” according to this passage?

In reference to Ephesians 2:1-10, can you describe some specific ways you would expect a person's character to change as a result of their understanding of God's actions and grace? Be specific and thorough.

Review Ephesians 2:19-22, Galatians 5:22-23, and John 13:34-35.

-Why must we follow Jesus as a community and not individually for God to form Christlike character in us?

-What character formation opportunities might be missed if we seek to follow Jesus alone and don’t participate in a committed community of Jesus followers?

He Will Surely Do It – Allan McCullough

January 15, 2023

We finish our study in 1 Thessalonians by studying 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24 together. Paul is going to give us a vision for how the church should operate and how each and every person is INDISPENSABLE to that vision.

Living in the Light Together – Allan McCullough

January 8, 2023

We come back to our study of 1 Thessalonians called "Take Heart." This morning we study 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 and learn how we live TOGETHER in light of the knowledge that Jesus is returning.

Encourage To Trust – Evan Snyder

January 1, 2023

As we conclude our 2022 Advent Sermon Series, we continue to study why Jesus had to become like us in every way (Hebrews 2:17). Pastor Evan preaches from Hebrews 12:1-2 to help us understand how Jesus lived as our example.

We Need Redemption – Allan McCullough

December 18, 2022

Why did Jesus become like us in every way (Hebrews 2:17)? That is what we're studying for Advent and for our fourth Sunday of Advent, we are studying Hebrews 10:19-23 to learn that Jesus had to become a human so He could make a way, through His flesh, for us to be reconciled with God.

A Better Hope – Evan Snyder

December 11, 2022

For Advent 2023, we are studying the truth of Hebrews 2:17 - that Jesus became like us in every way in order to be our savior. In our third Sunday of Advent, we are studying Hebrews 7-8 to learn how Jesus in His flesh is the guarantor of a better covenant.

A Sympathetic Priest – Allan McCullough

December 4, 2022

For Advent 2023, we are studying the truth of Hebrews 2:17 - that Jesus became like us in every way in order to be our savior. In our second Sunday of Advent, we are studying Hebrews 2:18, 4:14-16 to learn that Jesus became like us in every way so that He could help us when we are facing temptation.