The Freedom of Forgiveness

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The Freedom of Forgiveness

Check Yourself, Part 3

June 18, 2023 • Tyler Crosson • Ephesians 4:31–32, Ephesians 1:7, Romans 12:17–21, Ephesians 5:1–2

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In this message, Tyler picks up from last week's message where Paul specifically says we should forgive as we have been forgiven. That's easier said than done and has the potential to stir up plenty in our hearts. In this message, Tyler walks us through some very practical realities about what forgiveness is and what it isn't. Have you been forgiven by God? It's freeing and available. Are there some people that need to be forgiven by you? It's freeing, even if difficult. We need to check our hearts to make sure we aren't getting stuck in the past due to hurts or offenses we've experienced along the way. Forgiven people forgive, and are freed from being stuck in hurt.

Questions for Reflection:

• Is there anything in your heart that needs to be released to God?

• Is there anything you need to confess to God and receive His forgiveness for?

Overcoming Entitlement

June 25, 2023 • Tyler Crosson • Romans 6:23, 2 Corinthians 9:6–7, 2 Corinthians 9:15

This is a check yourself opportunity that might be a little hard to spot in ourselves. Does your life reflect a posture of entitlement or generosity? Modern day life doesn't position itself to put others first, but isn't that exactly what we experienced in the love and grace and of God? Tyler takes us to a principle that Paul teaches: sow sparingly will reap sparingly, but sow bountifully and reap bountifully. This is not a message about money, it's a posture of our hearts, and God loves a cheerful giver. Questions for Reflection: • Does your heart tend to reflect a posture of entitlement or generosity? • When it comes to the things of God, do you tend to see a sparse "harvest" or a bountiful "harvest"?

Better Interaction With Others | Check Yourself

June 11, 2023 • Tyler Crosson • Matthew 22:36–40, Ephesians 4:17–32, Ephesians 5:1–2, Proverbs 13:20

Jesus said the Greatest Commandment was to love God with everything we've got. He then said the second is similar: love others as we love ourselves. What do your interactions with others reflect about the way you are both loving God and receiving His love? Tyler teaches that our goal is to imitate the love of God, but that's not out of obligation. When we are secure in our identity as deeply loved children of God, it frees us to live and love because of whose we are, a people with nothing to prove and nothing to lose. Questions for Reflection: • Are there any warning signs that you need to pay attention to in your interactions with others? • What does that warning sign suggest about how you're receiving God's love in that area of your life?

Guard Your Heart | Check Yourself

June 4, 2023 • Tyler Crosson • Proverbs 4:20–27, Ephesians 4:1–7

Launching our new sermon series 'Check Yourself', Tyler presents us with the Big Question: Are there any warning signs in your faith journey that demand attention? This cautionary note reflects a concern that, if ignored, these warnings could potentially result in a spiritual derailment. Rooted in the wisdom of Proverbs, we're reminded to 'Guard your heart.' In tune with the Big Idea, it's understood that drifting closer to God isn't a natural occurrence—it requires a commitment. It takes earnest effort to experience the profound grace of Jesus. Start this compelling journey with us and discover how to recognize these spiritual warning signs, prevent wreckage, and draw closer to God through a dedicated faith journey. Questions for Reflection: • Are there any warning sings that you need to pay attention to in your faith journey? • What things are you doing spiritually that actively help you get closer to God?