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MEETING GOD AT THE SUMMIT
"Killing Your Enemy With Kindness"
II Kings 6:8-23
Mateen Elass
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Friday, July 31, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Meeting God At The SUMMIT - "The Cost of Intergrity" II Samuel 24:1, 10-25 John Gruel
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Meeting God At The SUMMIT
"The Cost of Intergrity"
II Samuel 24:1, 10-25
John Gruel
Meeting God At The SUMMIT
"The Cost of Intergrity"
II Samuel 24:1, 10-25
John Gruel
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Meeting God At The SUMMIT - "A Mountain-Top Experience" II Samuel 15:13-37 John Gruel
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Meeting God At The SUMMIT
"A Mountain-Top Experience"
II Samuel 15:13-37
John Gruel
Meeting God At The SUMMIT
"A Mountain-Top Experience"
II Samuel 15:13-37
John Gruel
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Meeting God At The SUMMIT - "So Close...and Yet So Far Away" Deuteronomy 34:1-12 Rev. Leo Wideman
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Meeting God At The SUMMIT
"So Close...and Yet So Far Away"
Deuteronomy 34:1-12
Rev. Leo Wideman
Meeting God At The SUMMIT
"So Close...and Yet So Far Away"
Deuteronomy 34:1-12
Rev. Leo Wideman
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Meeting God At The SUMMIT - "Standing On Holy Ground" Exodus 3:1-12 Mateen Elass
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Meeting God At The SUMMIT
“Standing On Holy Ground”
Exodus 3:1-14
Meeting God At The SUMMIT
“Standing On Holy Ground”
Exodus 3:1-14
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Senior Sunday & Mother's Day "Are You My Meighbor?" Luke 10:25-37 David Leard
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Senior Sunday & Mother's Day
“Are You My Neighbor? ”
Luke 10:25-37
Students from our youth Sunday School Class this semester, Ethne, will be leading us in worship. (The Greek word "Ethne" is translated ‘all tribes, tongues, and nations’.) They have spent this semester studying the impact of the great commission to share the good news with people who have never heard it.
Senior Sunday & Mother's Day
“Are You My Neighbor? ”
Luke 10:25-37
Students from our youth Sunday School Class this semester, Ethne, will be leading us in worship. (The Greek word "Ethne" is translated ‘all tribes, tongues, and nations’.) They have spent this semester studying the impact of the great commission to share the good news with people who have never heard it.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians “The Secret of Contentment” Philippians 4:10-23 Mateen Elass
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Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“The Secret of Contentment”
Philippians 4:10-23
As Paul brings his letter to an end, he speaks very personally of his own situation as a way both to commend the church for its generosity toward him in his need and also to teach them how to face adversity and plenty. The secret of contentment is anchored in two mighty promises found in this final section of the letter: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me, ” and “My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. ” To walk in the light of these promises is to know contentment in this world, something in very short supply today as our economy squeezes the living daylights out of our normal perspectives and threatens us with fear, doubt and disaster.
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“The Secret of Contentment”
Philippians 4:10-23
As Paul brings his letter to an end, he speaks very personally of his own situation as a way both to commend the church for its generosity toward him in his need and also to teach them how to face adversity and plenty. The secret of contentment is anchored in two mighty promises found in this final section of the letter: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me, ” and “My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. ” To walk in the light of these promises is to know contentment in this world, something in very short supply today as our economy squeezes the living daylights out of our normal perspectives and threatens us with fear, doubt and disaster.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians “A Mind Worthy of the Gospel” Philippians 4:8-9 Mateen Elass
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Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“A Mind Worthy of the Gospel”
Philippians 4:8-9
Christians often shy away from anything related to the term “meditation, ” assuming that it is inescapably tied to Eastern mysticism and so should not be practiced by followers of Christ. But such is not the case. There is a biblical way to practice meditation, and in this passage, Paul points to this, highlighting the content that we are to spend time ruminating on. These nine realities, when we plumb their depths, lead us to such a level of maturity in Christ that nothing the world may throw at us can shake us from our assurance of the goodness and victory of God – hence our discovery through this process of meditation that “the God of peace will [always] stay with us. ”
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“A Mind Worthy of the Gospel”
Philippians 4:8-9
Christians often shy away from anything related to the term “meditation, ” assuming that it is inescapably tied to Eastern mysticism and so should not be practiced by followers of Christ. But such is not the case. There is a biblical way to practice meditation, and in this passage, Paul points to this, highlighting the content that we are to spend time ruminating on. These nine realities, when we plumb their depths, lead us to such a level of maturity in Christ that nothing the world may throw at us can shake us from our assurance of the goodness and victory of God – hence our discovery through this process of meditation that “the God of peace will [always] stay with us. ”
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians “Stand Firm in the Lord” Philippians 4:1-7 John Gruel
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Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Stand Firm in the Lord”
Philippians 4:1-7
What does this command mean? In the Philippian context, it means at least: that all conflicts are to submit to agreement in the Lord, with help if necessary from others who are mature in the Lord; that joy will be a discipline of life as we keep our focus on Christ; likewise that forbearance (tolerance and patience) will mark our lives as we recognize that “the Lord is at hand; ” and that peace will evidence itself as we rest in the certainty that God will hear and answer our pleas for help.
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Stand Firm in the Lord”
Philippians 4:1-7
What does this command mean? In the Philippian context, it means at least: that all conflicts are to submit to agreement in the Lord, with help if necessary from others who are mature in the Lord; that joy will be a discipline of life as we keep our focus on Christ; likewise that forbearance (tolerance and patience) will mark our lives as we recognize that “the Lord is at hand; ” and that peace will evidence itself as we rest in the certainty that God will hear and answer our pleas for help.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Good Friday Service "Denials and Trials" Isaiah 53:1-12 John 18:15-27 David Leard
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Good Friday Service
"Denials and Trials"
Isaiah 53:1-12
John 18:15-27
Good Friday Service
"Denials and Trials"
Isaiah 53:1-12
John 18:15-27
Monday, April 13, 2009
EASTER SUNDAY Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians What Are We Waiting for?” Philippians 3:17-4:1 Mateen Elass
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EASTER SUNDAY
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“What Are We Waiting for?”
Philippians 3:17-4:1
Because of Easter, Paul declares that all Christians await a Savior from heaven who will transform our lowly bodies to be like his glorious body by the resurrection power which he wields as he rules over all creation. But, because we await this promise, we are active presently in other ways: imitating those living worthily of the gospel; embracing the cross and a life of servanthood; focusing on things of eternal importance rather than on the temporal; nurturing the mindset that we belong to a commonwealth of heaven (that we the Church exist as a colony of heaven on earth) ; and therefore that we are to stand firm daily in the Lord as we make our way in this world. All this because Christ is risen, and will come again!
EASTER SUNDAY
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“What Are We Waiting for?”
Philippians 3:17-4:1
Because of Easter, Paul declares that all Christians await a Savior from heaven who will transform our lowly bodies to be like his glorious body by the resurrection power which he wields as he rules over all creation. But, because we await this promise, we are active presently in other ways: imitating those living worthily of the gospel; embracing the cross and a life of servanthood; focusing on things of eternal importance rather than on the temporal; nurturing the mindset that we belong to a commonwealth of heaven (that we the Church exist as a colony of heaven on earth) ; and therefore that we are to stand firm daily in the Lord as we make our way in this world. All this because Christ is risen, and will come again!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians “Essential Steps to Spiritual Growth” Philippians 3:12-16 Leo Wideman
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Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Essential Steps to Spiritual Growth”
Philippians 3:12-16
Paul unveils his own strategy for growth in Christ, beginning with a focus on Christ’s persistent love, followed by releasing the past and stretching forward to the clear goal of heaven, refusing to give up any ground already gained. These four simple steps, when practiced consistently, will produce a life worthy of the gospel.
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Essential Steps to Spiritual Growth”
Philippians 3:12-16
Paul unveils his own strategy for growth in Christ, beginning with a focus on Christ’s persistent love, followed by releasing the past and stretching forward to the clear goal of heaven, refusing to give up any ground already gained. These four simple steps, when practiced consistently, will produce a life worthy of the gospel.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians “What Gives You Confidence in God?” Philippians 3:1-11 Mateen Elass
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Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“What Gives You Confidence in God?”
Philippians 3:1-11
This text highlights two opposing perspectives on how to develop confidence in God’s love and favor: either to earn it by the moral effort you have engaged in, standing out from the crowds of humanity; or to put your trust in what Christ has accomplished on your behalf to please God and redeem you from your sins. Paul himself has fully plumbed the depths of each approach, and declares with no hesitation that the only approach to true confidence in God’s love is through Christ. Further, the benefits of knowing Christ completely outshine the seeming benefits of self-styled accomplishments, whatever they may be.
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“What Gives You Confidence in God?”
Philippians 3:1-11
This text highlights two opposing perspectives on how to develop confidence in God’s love and favor: either to earn it by the moral effort you have engaged in, standing out from the crowds of humanity; or to put your trust in what Christ has accomplished on your behalf to please God and redeem you from your sins. Paul himself has fully plumbed the depths of each approach, and declares with no hesitation that the only approach to true confidence in God’s love is through Christ. Further, the benefits of knowing Christ completely outshine the seeming benefits of self-styled accomplishments, whatever they may be.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians “Illustrated in Living Color” Philippians 2:19-30 Mateen Elass
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Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Illustrated in Living Color”
Philippians 2:19-30
Who in your circle of family, friends or acquaintances lives a life worthy of the gospel? Is there anyone who would point to you as their model? In this text, Paul points to two (or three, if you include Paul himself) individuals with whom the Philippians are well-acquainted and shows how their behaviors reflect the mind and priorities of Jesus. Such living illustrations encourage and motivate the people of God to strive for excellence in discipleship? Who would you point to in our church family as such illustrations?
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Illustrated in Living Color”
Philippians 2:19-30
Who in your circle of family, friends or acquaintances lives a life worthy of the gospel? Is there anyone who would point to you as their model? In this text, Paul points to two (or three, if you include Paul himself) individuals with whom the Philippians are well-acquainted and shows how their behaviors reflect the mind and priorities of Jesus. Such living illustrations encourage and motivate the people of God to strive for excellence in discipleship? Who would you point to in our church family as such illustrations?
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians “Shine don't whine" Philippians 2:14-18 David Leard
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Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Shine don't whine"
Philippians 2:14-18
Life worthy of the gospel will stand out so clearly from the surrounding culture that it will shine like a star against the blackness of the night sky. Christians lives ought to be described as “blameless and innocent”, “without blemish” as children of God in the middle of a crooked and perverse world. We are called to live differently than the world around us. There is a command given today's scripture text to address one of the biggest ways we can be different and shine before others with the love of God. We are commanded to do "all things" without "grumbling" or "arguments". This will occur as we hold fast to and hold forth the “word of life. ” Paul’s own joy over the church in part depends on his eternal perspective – that they are growing in maturity and hence increasingly demonstrating this kind of life.
Seeking God’s Pleasure – A Study of Philippians
“Shine don't whine"
Philippians 2:14-18
Life worthy of the gospel will stand out so clearly from the surrounding culture that it will shine like a star against the blackness of the night sky. Christians lives ought to be described as “blameless and innocent”, “without blemish” as children of God in the middle of a crooked and perverse world. We are called to live differently than the world around us. There is a command given today's scripture text to address one of the biggest ways we can be different and shine before others with the love of God. We are commanded to do "all things" without "grumbling" or "arguments". This will occur as we hold fast to and hold forth the “word of life. ” Paul’s own joy over the church in part depends on his eternal perspective – that they are growing in maturity and hence increasingly demonstrating this kind of life.
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