Stand Alone (Page 2)
Jesus in Between
Jesus in between Sermon Scripture: John 8:1-11Sermon Big Idea: Jesus stands between us and death Suicide statistics: On average there are 132 suicides per day The rate of suicide is highest in middle-aged white men In 2018 there were 1.4 million suicide attempts During the COVID crisis, over 40% of Americans claimed to have one adverse mental or behavioral health condition. Second leading cause of death among 10-34 year olds 11% of 18-25 year olds have had suicidal thoughts Things How COVID has affected us
The Healing of the Nation
The Healing of the Nations Partnership (Genesis 1:27-28) Brokenness (Genesis 3:14-19) Healing (Isaiah 61:1-4) Promise (Romans 8:18-28) Shalom (Revelation 21:4; 22:1-5) “Send Me!” (Isaiah 6:8) “For such a time as this…” (Esther 4:13-14)
Fixer Upper
Hebrews 11:6 “Why do we need the great Comforter if we’re always so comforted?” – Francis Chan #1 The Atheist Church Planter That for some reason, people who would never give church a chance give church plants a chance. 2 Corinthians 5:17-20 1 Corinthians 6:11 “Give me Scotland or I die!”
The Fearful Seafarers
Today’s Scripture: Mark 4, Jonah 1, Joshua 24 Big Idea: Fear God. He holds everything else we are afraid of in his hands. A cultivated heart is ready to receive God’s Word and increase in faith. A hidden faith is extinguished. A faith displayed will increase in impact. In a healthy environment, faith grows. Luke 17 – The kingdom of God is within you Faith may start small, but when properly placed, it grows to great significance. When we have How COVID has affected us
A Higher Love
Sermon Scripture: Romans 5:1-10 Sermon Big Idea: An even higher love than a son’s death is the Son’s life. When hardships come we discover faith (v, 1) John 20:8 – John saw and believed When hardships come we discover hope (v. 2-5) John 18 – Peter denies Jesus John 21 – Peter is welcomed back and charged by Jesus Acts 2,3 – Peter boldly preaches the Gospel When hardships come we discover love (v. 6-8) Luke 23:39-43 – The thief How COVID has affected us
The 5 year check up!
Shoes and Socks God loves you – John 3:16, Romans 5:8The Gospel – 1 Corinthians 15:1-10a, Mark 1:16, Isaiah 52:7 Mission: …helping people journey with Jesus – 1 John 2:6, Matthew 28:18-20 Vision: Seek Scripture – Mark 1:21-22 Sharpen and be Sharpened – Mark 1:16-20, 3:13-14 Show Compassion – Mark 1:40-41, Matthew 14:13-14 Serve Sacrificially – Mark 10:43-44, John 13:14, 1 Corinthians 12:14,27 Practically Speaking:Always Celebrate Bible reading and teach from the BibleBe a part of: Life Groups, Titus 2, How COVID has affected us
This is our Story
three stories of God working in us Alex & Katheryn Hockin – Newlyweds share how God brought them togetherScott & Nick – Hear how God uses young people to change lives.Kari & Christine – New Christians allowing God to serve the children with joy through them.
Youth Sunday – My Favorite Parable
Sermons from young people at church. Cade Ponstein – Jack Tanner – The Lost SheepScott Severance – A House Divided
Son-International
Missionaries, Todd & Ann Ziems of Son-International, share their mission work in Tanzania, Africa