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A point of interest is a specific location that individuals find useful or interesting. The greater the understanding of the history, the context, the people pr even the personal significance, the more impactful the point of interest becomes for the sojourner. During Jesus’ last week on earth, his disciples experienced several moments that have become points of interests for Jesus followers for centuries. Throughout the series, “Points of Interests,” we will take a journey through the Gospels to explore five monumental points of interests that will leave a lasting impression. In today’s sermon Jesus initiates one of his last conversations with his disciples. He emphasizes the importance that intimately connecting with him has to do with their ability to be Difference Makers.
A point of interest is a specific location that individuals find useful or interesting. The greater the understanding of the history, the context, the people or even the personal significance, the more impactful the point of interest becomes for the sojourner. During Jesus’ last week on earth, his disciples experienced several moments that have become points of interests for Jesus' followers for centuries. Throughout the series, “Points of Interests,” we will take a journey through the Gospels to explore five monumental points of interests that will leave a lasting impression. In today’s sermon Jesus initiates a Communion. A practice he instructed his followers to continue until he returns again.
A point of interest is a specific location that individuals find useful or interesting. The greater the understanding of the history, the context, the people or even the personal significance, the more impactful the point of interest becomes for the sojourner. During Jesus’ last week on earth, his disciples experienced several moments that have become points of interests for Jesus followers for centuries. Throughout the series, “Points of Interests,” we will take a journey through the Gospels to explore five monumental points of interests that will leave a lasting impression. In today’s sermon, as Jesus gathers with his disciples to celebrate Passover, he makes a shocking move of washing their feet – a role designated for the servants. Jesus’ actions initiate a conversation which defines the role he expects his followers to fulfill.
A point of interest is a specific location that individuals find useful or interesting. The greater the understanding of the history, the context, the people pr even the personal significance, the more impactful the point of interest becomes for the sojourner. During Jesus’ last week on earth, his disciples experienced several moments that have become points of interests for Jesus followers for centuries. Throughout the series, “Points of Interests,” we will take a journey through the Gospels to explore five monumental points of interests that will leave a lasting impression. In today’s sermon, Jesus enters Jerusalem in what has become known as the Triumphal Entry which initiates Jesus last week on earth before his crucifixion. The people celebrated his arrival into Jerusalem but they had their own expectations of what his arrival would mean.
There’s a real battle between the “Whatever’s” that happen in our lives, and God’s promises – “You will be given everything you need....” Stepping into that battle – we’re reminded of the Gospel – the story of Jesus. Remembering that story – remembering God’s unconditional love for us – we’re challenged to focus on our mission – Loving God and loving our neighbor.
Broken. No one enjoys broken things around the house. Broken appliances. Broken toys. Broken furniture. When things become broken, you have two options: discard the item never to be bothered by it again or constantly struggle dealing with an undesirable situation. Objects around the house are not the only thing broken. Behind the door of any home are broken relationships between spouses, siblings, adult children and extended family. Each are faced with the same options: discard or constantly struggle. Jesus modeled a better solution! It involves more than looking the other way or even offering an apology. Jesus’ way involves moving towards the other person. In today’s sermon, we will be discovering that reconciling begins with examining oneself first.
No one enjoys broken things around the house. Broken appliances. Broken toys. Broken furniture. When things become broken, you have two options: discard the item never to be bothered by it again or constantly struggle dealing with an undesirable situation. Objects around the house are not the only thing broken. Behind the door of any home are broken relationships between spouses, siblings, adult children and extended family. Each are faced with the same options: discard or constantly struggle. Jesus modeled a better solution! It involves more than looking the other way or even offering an apology. Jesus’ way involves moving towards the other person. In today’s sermon, we will be discovering the priority Jesus places on reconciling broken relationships.
Wherever he went, whoever he was with, and whatever he was doing, Jesus was making an impact on the lives of those around him. Jesus was a Difference Maker – a dedicated individual making an impact with intentional actions on the lives of others. He was continually AWARE of the needs around him. He would ADJUST his life to those needs. And he ACTED intentionally to meet the needs. Being a Difference Maker is an expectation that Jesus communicates. In this week’s sermon, we examine facts that all followers of Jesus will encounter as they strive to be aware, adjust their life and take action.
Wherever he went, whoever he was with, and whatever he was doing, Jesus was making an impact on the lives of those around him. Jesus was a Difference Maker – a dedicated individual making an impact with intentional actions on the lives of others. He was continually AWARE of the needs around him. He would ADJUST his life to those needs. And he ACTED intentionally to meet the needs. One of the greatest hurdles in being a Difference Maker in someone’s life is initiative – spotting and taking advantage of opportunities that others pass by. In this week’s sermon, we will look at some individuals whose initiative not only changed one man’s life but created a ripple effect of change in an entire community.
Wherever he went, whoever he was with, and whatever he was doing, Jesus was making an impact on the lives of those around him. Jesus was a Difference Maker – a dedicated individual making an impact with intentional actions on the lives of others. He was continually AWARE of the needs around him. He would ADJUST his life to those needs. And he ACTED intentionally to meet the needs. Our daily routine is full of interruptions that can viewed as inconveniences. In reality, though, interruptions are opportunities that God is placing in front of us to be used by him. In this week’s sermon, we will discover that we can be a Difference Maker in our everyday routines.
Wherever he went, whoever he was with, and whatever he was doing, Jesus was making an impact on the lives of those around him. Jesus was a Difference Maker – a dedicated individual making an impact with intentional actions on the lives of others. He was continually AWARE of the needs around him. He would ADJUST his life to those needs. And he ACTED intentionally to meet the needs. Jesus’ expectation is for all who follow him to be Difference Makers. In this week’s sermon, we will discover the characteristics needed to be a Difference Maker begins with being compassionate.
Through Jeremiah 31, God’s enduring love and kindness stand out, highlighting His declarations of “I have/I will” and the corresponding commands for “You/they will.” This chapter reveals God’s constant pursuit of His people, reminiscent of Exodus 34, where His kheh-sed (חֵסֵד) is emphasized similarly but with distinct contexts. Jeremiah 31:31-34 unveils the intimate covenant relationship God seeks, inviting reflection on personal covenants made in life. The sermon prompts introspection into the depth of God’s covenantal love and encourages understanding and forging relationships beyond mere contractual obligations.
Saying “Thank you” has transformative power. Intentional thankfulness bridges gaps between individuals. When Jesus heals ten lepers only one, a Samaritan, returns to express gratitude. This act of gratitude closes the gap between the healed man and Jesus, forming a deeper connection. Conversely, the lack of gratitude widens the gap between Jesus and the other nine. We need to reflect on the year 2023 and intentionally express thanks to those who played a role in our lives. It is important to verbalize gratitude in order to foster deeper connections. As the year turns, prioritize relationships, say "Thank you", and seek closer connections, both within and outside your community.
The Christmas season can become overly complicated with decorating the house, calendaring office parties, buying presents and preparing for difficult family members. The beauty of Christmas is not found in all the trappings of the season but in the simplicity of the story of the birth of Jesus. This week’s sermon discovers the salvation that Jesus brings to the world. Through the story of Simeon blessing Jesus after waiting his entire life for the child to be born, you will discover the love that is found in trusting God.
Stuart Dameron sings Silent Night, accompanied by Gregg Dameron on acoustic guitar, as the congregation light candles during Christmas Eve service.
The Christmas season can become overly complicated with decorating the house, calendaring office parties, buying presents and preparing for difficult family members. The beauty of Christmas is not found in all the trappings of the season but in the simplicity of the story of the birth of Jesus. This week’s sermon, the third week of Advent, explores the idea that true joy is experiencing contentment and gladness because God id in control. Through the story of the angels visiting the shepherds, joy is pronounced to the entire world.
The Christmas season can become overly complicated with decorating the house, calendaring office parties, buying presents and preparing for difficult family members. The beauty of Christmas is not found in all the trappings of the season but in the simplicity of the story of the birth of Jesus. This week’s sermon discovers the peace found in the second week of Advent. Through the story of Gabriel visiting Mary, you will discover peace is found in trusting in God’s love and knowing He will take care of you.
The Christmas season can become overly complicated with decorating the house, calendaring office parties, buying presents and preparing for difficult family members. The beauty of Christmas is not found in all the trappings of the season but in the simplicity of the story of the birth of Jesus. This week’s sermon discovers the hope found in the first week of Advent. Through the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, you will discover trusting in God’s promises and love will bring hope in your personal life.
One of the many American Dreams is to accumulate wealth to enjoy life more. While there is nothing wrong with the dream, there are some personal dangers that accompany wealth regardless the size of the bank account. This week’s sermon looks at the Apostle Paul’s letter to his protégé, Timothy. Paul’s perspective on how to positively handle wealth is as timely today as it was 2000 years ago.
A common desire in life is to want more. “More” comes in so many forms: more (bigger) house; more (latest version) phone; more (newer) car; more (bigger) paycheck. The list goes on and on. The difficulty is no matter how much more people get, they still want more. The appetite for more is never satisfied. This week’s sermon explores the paradox that “more” is neither good nor bad. It is what you do with the “more” that determines the effect of it on one’s life.
As winter approaches, people are receiving the annual vaccine to ward off the flu, medically referred to as Influenza. While the clinics are full, there is a greater risk of lives being drastically affected by what sociologists call Affluenza – a preoccupation of money, extreme materialism, and continual consumerism. Symptoms often include feelings of guilt, lack of motivation and a chronic dissatisfaction with their current situation. This week’s sermon looks continues to explore the paradox of generosity. Four specific types of giving will be explored as practical means to inoculate ourselves from Affluenza.
A paradox is a statement that seems absurd but in reality, expresses a truth. The Bible presents several paradoxes especially when it comes to the topic of generosity. Simply stated, when we give, we keep. This week’s sermon looks at the principle of ownership and how it relates to generosity.
Jesus, from the beginning, has always been God’s good news for you. Logos, or Word, is a spoken thought and Jesus is the Word of God.
There is a rhythm to praying that consists of requesting, waiting, fighting and finally resting. It’s in the resting phase that one can recharge and refocus to continue knowing the heart of God. In a society that values busyness over stillness and productivity over connection, the resting phase in prayer is often overlooked. This week’s sermon looks at the importance of resting. Helpful suggestions to engage in spiritual rest will be examined.
It is common to experience conflict – both internal and external – when praying. Many refer to this as spiritual warfare. Even before the prayer request, there is a spiritual fight that incurs for the heart and life of the believer. This week’s sermon looks at the connection between a powerful prayer and the life of the one praying.
Prayer is often described as a simple conversation with God, yet it often feels like a one-sided conversation waiting on God to respond to the request. This week’s sermon examines why God makes us wait and his purpose behind the waiting.
What prayer gets a powerful response from God? Prayer is often described as a simple conversation with God, yet many people wonder if their prayers are effective or even heard by God. This week’s sermon looks at the type of request that initiates a powerful response from God.
The purpose of community goes beyond enjoying life with great friends. Within the context of biblical community, broken and hurting people see the clearest picture of Jesus’ love. Community provides support and confidence for members to step out of their comfort zone to meet the needs of those around them.
As we’re trying to build biblical community, how well do we actually welcome folks into our homes; into our lives; into our hearts; and even into our churches? (Hint: We think we’re much better at this than we actually are!) Pastor Joe explores this and offers some practical ways to improve our welcoming that are both “easy yet hard” to follow. Joe Hess recently retired and served both as Interim Pastor and Care and Connections Pastor at South Sub Christian Church in Littleton, Colorado.
While biblical community sets the stage for people to fully experience God, moving towards community can be overwhelming and intimidating. Pastor Keith Smith explores some of the excuses offered for not taking the step when God says, “Go!” Keith Smith is Lead Pastor at South Sub Christian Church in Littleton Colorado.
