Stand Alone Messages

"Identity Theft" Pastor Justin Kenton

October 3, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about how our identity has been a target of theft from the beginning of creation!   Important Points: I will not let  _____________________ what _______________________! I will not ________________________ be __________________________! I am ______________________ and I _____________________________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Jeremiah 1:5 John 10:10 Jeremiah 1:5-10 Genesis 1:26-27 Genesis 3:1-5 Psalms 139:13-18 “Identity Theft” Small Group Questions  1. Have you ever been or know someone who has had their social media hacked? What was that like? 2. Read Jeremiah 1:5-10 and John 10:10 NLT and discuss; How do we see the difference of God’s Character and that of the enemy’s portrayed in these two portions of scripture? Why is it important to distinguish each of their characteristics? 3. Read Genesis 1:26-27 and Genesis 3:1-5 NLT and discuss; The devil has been attempting to steal our identity since the beginning of creation. When God had already created us in His image and likeness the devil convinces us that we were not made this way and that sin is the answer to this fulfillment. How has this been true in our world today and in your own personal life? 4. Read Psalms 139:13-18 NLT and discuss; God did not make a mistake when He made you! He took His time and made you beautifully! Take time now to pray and ask God to reveal the beauty and intentionality He put into creating you! Pray for one another and share what you see in God’s creation of eachother!

"Identity Theft" Pastor Justin Kenton

September 29, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about how our identity has been a target of theft from the beginning of creation!   Important Points: I will not let  _____________________ what _______________________! I will not ________________________ be __________________________! I am ______________________ and I _____________________________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Jeremiah 1:5 John 10:10 Jeremiah 1:5-10 Genesis 1:26-27 Genesis 3:1-5 Psalms 139:13-18 “Identity Theft” Small Group Questions  1. Have you ever been or know someone who has had their social media hacked? What was that like? 2. Read Jeremiah 1:5-10 and John 10:10 NLT and discuss; How do we see the difference of God’s Character and that of the enemy’s portrayed in these two portions of scripture? Why is it important to distinguish each of their characteristics? 3. Read Genesis 1:26-27 and Genesis 3:1-5 NLT and discuss; The devil has been attempting to steal our identity since the beginning of creation. When God had already created us in His image and likeness the devil convinces us that we were not made this way and that sin is the answer to this fulfillment. How has this been true in our world today and in your own personal life? 4. Read Psalms 139:13-18 NLT and discuss; God did not make a mistake when He made you! He took His time and made you beautifully! Take time now to pray and ask God to reveal the beauty and intentionality He put into creating you! Pray for one another and share what you see in God’s creation of eachother!

Philippines Missions Update

September 15, 2024

" Title of Sermon" Pastor Sara Twiss

September 8, 2024

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"Finding Your Jerusalem" Guest Pastor Chris Thompson

September 1, 2024

Special Guest Pastor Chris Thompson talks about finding our Jerusalem and what the journey requires!   Important Points: As Christians, when we set out to _______________, we first need to be  ________________! To walk out the ____________________, we first need to be _______________! To _______________, we must be ___________________! Obeying the _________________ means we must be _____________________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Acts 1:8b NIV Matthew 28:19-20 NIV Acts 18:18-21 NIV Acts 18:24-26 NIV Acts 18:23 NIV Acts 18:27 NIV Matthew 28:19-20 NIV “Finding Your Jerusalem" Small Group Questions 1. Have you ever wondered what God’s plan for you is or where He has called you to? Share your 30 second testimony of your journey with God so far. 2. Read Acts 1:8b NIV, Matthew 28:19-20 NIV, Acts 18:18-21 NIV and Acts 18:24-26 NIV and discuss; As you seek your purpose in God, how important is it to be ready and willing to learn? Share about a time where God was able to teach you through metaphor and/or 2x4? 3. Read Acts 18:23 NIV and discuss; Paul traveled from place to place strengthening and encouraging others. Share how God has required you to get out of your comfort zone and go to places you were not used to. 4. Acts 18:27 NIV and Matthew 28:19-20 NIV and discuss; To accomplish the purpose God has for you will require a time of leaving what you know and where you are comfortable and leading others toward Christ. Share how this has been true for you. Pray with one another as God is calling us all out into more!

"On Target" Pastor AJ Twiss

August 25, 2024

Pastor AJ talks about how to Stay on Target in the purpose Jesus is calling you to!   Important Points: __________ God’s _______ for Us! __________ to Staying on _______! _______ for Staying on _______! _______ the _______! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Philippians 3:14 (NLT) Jeremiah 29:11 (NLT) Ephesians 2:10 (NLT) Romans 7:15-20 (NLT) Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (NLT) Matthew 18:20 (NLT) 1 Peter 2:5-8 (NLT) “On Target" Small Group Questions Understanding God’s Target for Us How do Philippians 3:14 and Jeremiah 29:11 help us understand God's specific purpose or target for our lives? Obstacles to Staying on Target How does Romans 7:15-20 illustrate the inner struggle we face when trying to stay on target with God’s will, and what practical obstacles can distract us from this path? Tools for Staying on Target In what ways can Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 and Matthew 18:20 guide us in using community and fellowship as tools to stay on target? Hitting the Target How does 1 Peter 2:5-8 encourage us to stay focused on Christ as the cornerstone of our faith, and what does it mean to "hit the target" in the context of living out our spiritual purpose?

"Finding Strength" Pastor Justin Kenton

August 18, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about how to find strength in the Lord when everything around you is falling apart.   Important Points: I will  ________________ in  _______________! I will  ________________ to  _______________! I will ________________ that  _______________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): 1 Samuel 30:1-6 1 Samuel 30:7-8 1 Samuel 30:9-15 1 Samuel 30:16-19 “Finding Strength" Small Group Questions 1. Share about a time where it seemed like everything around you was going wrong and it was a challenge to find the strength to continue on. 2. Read 1 Samuel 30:1-6 NLT and discuss; Have you ever found that nothing and no one around you can comfort or encourage you? How can we find our strength in the Lord like David? Share about a time where this was true for you. 3. Read 1 Samuel 30:7-8 NLT and discuss; David asks the priest for the Ephod. The Ephod was an apron worn by the high priest as a symbol of worship to God and the atonement for sins. It signified that the High Priest had access to God to petition for the people of God on their behalf. David skipped the High Priest in desperation and went straight to the source. In what ways do we need to go straight to God with our situations and circumstances? What do you need to take straight to the source in this season of your life?  4. Read 1 Samuel 30:9-19 NLT and discuss; What step of faith do you need to take to get back all that has been stolen from you and your family? How can we pray for one another today to believe for the necessary miracles to help us as we pursue the promises of God in our lives?

"Waiting Well" Pastor Justin Kenton

August 11, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about what it looks like in seasons of transition and waiting.   Important Points: I will not  _____________________ while _______________________! I will not _____________________ while __________________________! I will _______________ so I can  ____________________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Isaiah 40:31 NKJV Luke 12:22-26 Matthew 8:23-27 Matthew 11:28-30 Isaiah 40:31 NKJV Luke 5:37-38 “Waiting Well” Small Group Questions  1. What has your experience been with waiting in general? Anxious? Impatient? What about waiting on God? 2. Read Isaiah 40:31 NKJV and Luke 12:22-26 NLT and discuss; What has your experience been with worrying while you wait on God? What kinds of things have you found yourself worrying about while waiting for instructions from God? 3. Read Matthew 8:23-27 and Matthew 11:28-30 NLT and discuss; What are some reasons we can become weary when waiting to hear from God? How can we learn to rest in seasons of waiting instead? 4. Read Isaiah 40:31 NKJV and Luke 5:37-38 NLT and discuss; If we wait well, how does that then prepare us to be able to walk well? Share about a time where you learned how to wait well and how it prepared you to walk well. How was this different from when you did not utilized the waiting season well?

"The Last Word" Pastor Justin Kenton

August 4, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about God getting the last word in our lives and the power of submitting to His purpose!   Important Points: God  _____________________ regarding _______________________! I will ________________________ to __________________________! I will ______________________ and _____________________________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Acts 11:1-10 Matthew 15:1-9 Acts 11:11-17 Proverbs 3:5-8 Acts 11:18 Isaiah 55:8-9 “The Last Word” Small Group Questions  1. Have you ever been or know someone who in an argument or debate had to get the last word? Talk about your experience. 2. Read Acts 11:1-10 and Matthew 15:1-9 NLT and discuss; Why is it important that we give God the last word in our traditions? 3. Read Acts 11:11-17 and Proverbs 3:5-8 NLT and discuss; What Old ways must we put down or sacrifice in our lives in order to pick up the new thing God wants to do in and through our lives? 4. Read Acts 11:18 and Isaiah 55:8-9 NLT and discuss; How can we stop objecting God and His ways and start living our lives in a way that praises Him and brings Him glory?

"Why Me?" John Anderson

July 28, 2024

John talks about how God has a purpose for each and every one of us.   Important Points: Why does ________________! Because ________________________! Why should  __________________! Because ________________________! Why do ___________________! God’s strength is ____________________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Psalms 22:1-8 1 Peter 2:21-24 Acts 15:8-9 Ephesians 2:8-10 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 1 Corinthians 13:12 Galatians 6:7-9 Romans 13:12 1 Peter 1:6-7 James 1:2-4 2 Corinthians 12:7b-10 “Why Me?” Small Group Questions 1. Have you ever found yourself asking the question “Why Me?” Share about a time like this.   2. Read 1 Peter 2:21-24, Acts 15:8-9 and Ephesians 2:8-10 NLT and discuss: based on these scriptures, Why does God love us? What does it mean to be God’s masterpeice? 3. Read 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, 1 Corinthians 13:12, and Galatians 6:7-9 NLT and discuss: What does it mean to you to be chosen by God? How have you experienced this in your life? 4. Read Romans 13:12, 1 Peter 1:6-7, James 1:2-4, and 2 Corinthians 12:7b-10 NLT  and discuss: Share about a time where God’s strength was on display through your weakness? How does God use broken people like you and me to bring about His power and glory?

"Building Spiritual Resilience" Pastor Justin Kenton

July 21, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about how to build spiritual resilience and greater spiritual health and wellbeing.   Important Points: I will ___________ in _____________! I will ___________ a _____________! I will ___________ in my _____________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Matthew 7:24-27 Psalms 1:2-3 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Hebrews 10:24-25 “Building Spiritual Resilience” Small Group Questions 1. What does it mean to you to have Spiritual Resilience? Or good spiritual health?   2. Read Matthew 7:24-27 and Psalms 1:2-3 NLT and discuss: Have you experienced a time where you knew your spiritual house was built on “the rock”? What was the difference when the storms of life hit you? What does it mean to you to be rooted in God’s word? What are practical ways you have found work for you to get into His word regularly? 3. Read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NLT and discuss: How important is a regular prayer life? What practical things have you done to cultivate a more consistent prayer life? (ei: Set reminders to pray, prayer partners, prayer journal, etc) 4. Read Hebrews 10:24-25 NLT  and discuss: What are ways that we can engage with our faith community in a greater capacity? Where can we get involved that we are not currently doing? What is your next step to building greater spiritual resilience?

"Faithfulness Redefined" Pastor Justin Kenton

July 14, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about how biblical faithfulness is fruitfulness and expressed through action and faith using our God-given time, talents, and treasure.   Important Points: I will ________________________! I will ________________________! I will ________________________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Matthew 25:14-30 Matthew 25:15 Matthew 25:16-17 Matthew 25:23 “Faithfulness Redefined” Small Group Questions 1. How would you define faithfulness in today’s world? Marriage? Occupation? Church? Etc?   2. Read Matthew 25:14-30 and Matthew 25:15 NLT and discuss: How do you recognize the Time, Talent, and Treasure that God has given to you? Once you do take inventory of these God-given gifts, what do you do with them? 3. Read Matthew 25:16-17 NLT and discuss: What does it look like to you to intentionally invest the gifts God has given you? How can you practically sow what you have today? 4. Read Matthew 25:23 NLT  and discuss: What can we expect from God when we are faithful/fruitful? What could expecting a return look like for you personally and for God’s church on a greater scale as you sow now what God has given you?

"Stretched" Pastor Justin Kenton

July 7, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about how God will do the impossible when we allow our faith to be stretched!   Important Points: I will ____________ into _____________! I will ____________ and _____________! I will ____________ to see _____________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Exodus 14:1-4 Exodus 14:15-18 Exodus 14:21-22 “Stretched” Small Group Questions 1. Do you feel like you are in a stretching season of sorts? What is that like for you?   2. Read Exodus 14:1-4 NLT and discuss: Have you ever felt like God led you into a dead end? Talk about a time when this was true for you. What was this experience like? 3. Read Exodus 14:15-18 NLT and discuss: Share about a time when you were caught whining and complaining only to find out that God was right there asking you to move forward. What area of your life is God asking you to move forward in? What does the next step of faith look like to you? 4. Read Exodus 14:21-22 NLT  and discuss: What obedience is God asking of you today? How does this act of obedience require you to stretch your faith? How can we be praying for one another to walk in obedience and stretch our faith?

"Bending Heaven's Ear" Pastor Justin Kenton

June 30, 2024

Pastor Justin talks about the power of prayer in our lives!   Important Points: I have the ____________ of _____________! There is ____________ in _____________! I am ____________ in my _____________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Jeremiah 29:10-14 Luke 18:1-8 1 John 5:14-15 “Bending Heaven’s Ear” Small Group Questions 1. Who is someone in your life past or present that you knew if you called them at any time for any reason they would answer and be willing to listen?   2. Read Jeremiah 29:10-14 NLT and discuss: What kind of Babylon seasons have you experienced? How have you seen God come through like this in your life? Are you in a season like this currently where you can exercise your prayer life? 3. Read Luke 18:1-8 NLT and discuss: How have you approached diligent and fervent prayer in your life? What is something you could bring to God currently that maybe you are not already praying about? 4. Read 1 John 5:14-15 NLT  and discuss: What assurance have you received in knowing that God hears and answers your prayers? How has this been true for you? Share about times when God answered your prayers in different ways… “Yes”... “No”... and “Wait”. How did that turn out for you?

"Traffic" Pastor Sara Twiss

June 23, 2024

Pastor Sara talks about the process of experiencing “traffic” in various aspects of our lives and Bible Verses to help get us through the traffic!   Important Points: ____________ is with _____________! ____________ makes me _____________ in my weakness! ____________ determines my _____________! Important Scriptures (NLT version unless stated otherwise): Isaiah 41:10 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 James 1:2-3 James 4:13-16 Romans 5:3-4 Proverbs 16:0 James 5:11 James 5:13 2 Corinthians 4:8 “Traffic” Small Group Questions 1. Where do you feel like you have the most “traffic” in your life? (Mental, Work, Car, Health)   2. Read 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 and James 1:2-3 NLT and discuss: Why are hardships important to experience? 3. Read James 4:13-16, Romans 5:3-4 and Proverbs 16:9 NLT and discuss: Why is it important to understand that our plans don’t always prevail? Why is it ok that our plans don’t always work out? 4. Read James 5:11. 5:13 and 2 Corinthians 4:8 NLT  and discuss: Share about a time you experienced suffering physically. How were you able to get through this time?