Mar 30, 2018
What Makes Good Friday Good?
By: Dr. David Barker
Series: Guest speaker
Our guest speaker for Good Friday is Dr. David Barker of Heritage Seminary. His message is from Mark 15:21-41 entitled "What Makes Good Friday Good?"
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- Mar 30, 2018What Makes Good Friday Good?Mar 30, 2018What Makes Good Friday Good?By: Dr. David BarkerSeries: Guest speaker
Our guest speaker for Good Friday is Dr. David Barker of Heritage Seminary. His message is from Mark 15:21-41 entitled "What Makes Good Friday Good?"
- Jan 28, 2018God’s Difference MakerJan 28, 2018God’s Difference MakerSeries: Guest speaker
This week our guest Dr. Stewart Brown taught us from Psalm 90 with a sermon entitled ”God’s Difference Maker”
Questions:Psalm 90Ice Breaker: What is your favourite TV show and why?1. All sin is serious and has grave consequences. Find 3 references from the New Testament that solemnly warn against sin.2. The effects of sin not only negatively impact our own lives but also impact the people in our lives. Find 3 stories from the Old Testament that illustrate this.3. Psalm 90:4 illustrates God’s eternal nature with a unique comparison – find the same comparison in the New Testament4. The brevity of man’s life is often illustrated with comparisons to “grass” and “shadows” (i.e. Psalm 90:5-6). Find three other examples from the Old Testament. What implications does this have on how we live our lives?5. In 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Paul highlights the importance of self-discipline. What is the reward of self-discipline in the Christian life? What might the outcome be if we fail to exercise it?6. What do you need to do more of in your life to become a bigger difference-maker for Christ?7. What did you find helpful or challenging about the message?“Anyone who thinks that they are too small to make a difference has never tried to fall asleep with a mosquito in the room.” - Christine Todd Whitman
- Jun 26, 2017Enjoying Jesus 24/7/365Jun 26, 2017Enjoying Jesus 24/7/365By: Manfred KoehlerSeries: Guest speaker
This week our guest Manfred Koehler taught us from 1 Thessalonians 5:17 with a sermon entitled ”Enjoying Jesus 24/7/365”
Questions:
1 Thessalonians 5:12-22Ice Breaker: When do you pray?
1. Is continual prayer a habit you strive to develop in your life? Why or why not?2. What negative thoughts cause us to think that "pray without ceasing" is an unrealistic ideal? How can we overcome negativity?3. What other passages of scripture support the idea of practicing the presence of Christ in our lives?4. What positive impacts would applying 1 Thess. 5:17 produce in your life?5. In the midst of these final instructions from Paul to the church at Thessalonica, how would you categorize his instruction on prayer?6. How would continual prayer simplify our efforts to walk in the Spirit with Christ?“The basic purpose of prayer is not to bend God’s will to mine, but to mould my will to His.” - Timothy Keller
- Jun 4, 2017Moving and Multiplying the Gospel into the FutureJun 4, 2017Moving and Multiplying the Gospel into the FutureSeries: Guest speaker
This week our guest Dr. Bruce Snavely taught us from 2 Timothy 2:1-7 with a sermon entitled ”Moving and Multiplying the Gospel into the Future”
Questions:2 Timothy 2:1-7Ice Breaker: Have you ever been given a job that at first glance, seemed too big for you? How did you handle it?
1. Who does Paul say is responsible for moving and multiplying the Gospel into the future? (v.1)2. How can we ensure the future of the church’s leadership? (v.2)3. Donald Guthrie says, "The transmission of Christian truth must never be left to chance.” What two qualities must be present in a servant of God in order that he or she be entrusted to pass on the truth of Christ’s Gospel? (v.2)4. Why is suffering and persecution related to godliness? (v.3)5. What can be learned from these verses about 'how we are to work' in doing the job we’re called to? (vv.4-7)6. What are some biblical examples of leaders passing the baton?“Christians must major in the long view. We discipline our minds to see everything in this life as an investment in the next.”- Ryan Huguley
- Apr 14, 2017Run the Race-Pastor Daniel BellApr 14, 2017Run the Race-Pastor Daniel BellBy: Daniel BellSeries: Guest speaker
For Good Friday our guest Pastor Daniel Bell taught us from Hebrews 12:1-2 with a sermon entitled ”Run the Race"
- Apr 2, 2017Love So Amazing, So Divine: Jesus Journeys Towards the Cross-Dr. Scotty SmithApr 2, 2017Love So Amazing, So Divine: Jesus Journeys Towards the Cross-Dr. Scotty SmithBy: Dr. Scotty SmithSeries: Guest speakerThis week our guest speaker Dr. Scotty Smith taught us from John 18:1-14 with a sermon entitled ”Love So Amazing, So Divine: Jesus Journeys Towards the Cross”Questions:John 18:1-14Ice Breaker: If there was one thing you’d love to do in your service to God and His church, what would that be? 1. Which attribute or aspect of Jesus’ being does John clearly show in these verses of chapter 18?2. What can a follower of Jesus count on? (vv.7-11)3. Describe what Jesus’ actions are foreshadowing in these verses? (vv.12-14)4. What would you describe as the most impactful words or actions of Jesus in these verses?5. How would you describe the amazing love Jesus has for you?“We don’t produce our significance like a professional achievement. God gives us significance as we put ourselves in His mighty hands.”- Ray Ortlund
- Oct 9, 2016Developing Faith and Gratitude-Darryl DashOct 9, 2016Developing Faith and Gratitude-Darryl DashBy: Darryl DashSeries: Guest speaker
This week our guest speaker is Pastor Darryl Dash who will be preaching a sermon from Luke 17:5-19 entitled “Developing Faith and Gratitude.”
Questions
Read Luke 17:5-19
Ice Breaker: What are the qualities you appreciate in your friends?
1. What wrong ideas do we have about faith? (vv.5-6) (also see Matt. 17:20)
2. What is God’s expectation of us as His followers? (vv.7-10)
3. How do you respond when another person asks you to forgive him or her? Do you need to do more?
4. In what ways do you exercise faith in Jesus everyday?
5. How has your faith been tested? (also read Rom. 1:16-17; 2 Cor. 5:6-7; 1 Thes. 5:23-24; James 1:5-8)
6. What has God done for you that deserves your gratitude? (vv.11-19)
“God cannot give us a happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing.”- C.S. Lewis - Oct 2, 2016Keeping the Main Thing, The Main Thing-Jim ReeseOct 2, 2016Keeping the Main Thing, The Main Thing-Jim ReeseBy: Dr. Jim ReeseSeries: Guest speakerThis week our guest speaker is Dr. Jim Reese who will be preaching a sermon from Psalm 150 entitled “Keeping the Main Thing, The Main Thing.”
Questions
Read Psalm 150
Ice Breaker: In this hectic world we find ourselves in, how do you manage to stay focused on the ‘main thing’ of your day/week?
1. Why doesn’t everything that has breath, ‘praise the Lord?’
2. What are some of the things that get in the way of you spending more time bringing praise to God?
3. List some of the things that you’re praising God for in your life. How do you react when you look at this list?
4. When and where do you find it easiest to praise God? When is it hard to praise Him?
5. Identify some of the scriptures you have read that especially cause or encourage you to bring your praises to the Lord.
6. What are some other outcomes resulting from bringing our worship and praises to God? (see Heb. 13:15-16)“God is right to be a jealous God. He will not share His glory with another.”- Kevin DeYoung - Sep 4, 2016The Good Shepherd-Mike StandishSep 4, 2016The Good Shepherd-Mike StandishBy: Mike StandishSeries: Guest speakerThis week our guest speaker, Pastor Mike Standish teaches us from God's Word with a sermon from Psalm 23 entitled “The Good Shepherd."Questions
Psalm 231. What does it mean to you that the Lord is your Shepherd?
2. What does it mean that he guides us “for his name’s sake”? (v.3)
3. When we go through difficult circumstances in life why should we not fear? (v.4)
4. What does the rod and staff of God represent? (v.4)
5. What was the significance of God preparing a table for David in the presence of his enemies? (v.5)
6. What is the end result of the Lord being our Shepherd? (v.6)“Satan and wicked men are not able to destroy (the saints) comforts, while they are anointed with the Holy Spirit, and drink of the cup of salvation which is ever full.” – Matthew Henry - Feb 7, 2016Jesus Teaches Us How To PrayFeb 7, 2016Jesus Teaches Us How To PrayBy: James SewardSeries: Guest speakerThis week we have a special guest speaker James Seward who will be teaching us from Matthew 6:9-13 in a sermon entitled "Jesus Teaches Us How To Pray."Questions:Matthew 6:9-13Ice Breaker: What is the best time of the day for you to pray?1. Who taught you how to pray? How have your prayers changed since then?2. How would you speak the prayer from this passage in your own words?3. Describe the difference between praying like Jesus prayed, verses praying what Jesus prayed? (see Matthew 11:25-26)4. How effective are we Christians at allowing Jesus’ teaching on prayer to shape our practice of prayer? Why? (Luke 18:10-13)5. What do you typically pray for? What does this reveal about your heart? (see Matthew 5:44; 21:22; 26:39; Luke 6:28)6. Is there anything that strikes you as unusual about this instruction from Jesus on prayer?“Prayer brings new perspective because it puts God back into the picture.”- Timothy Keller
- Nov 22, 2015A Tale of Two LionsNov 22, 2015A Tale of Two LionsSeries: Guest speakerThis week our guest speaker is Rev. Paul Estabrooks with Open Doors International, helping persecuted Christians around the world. Rev. Paul Estabrooks' message is from 1 Peter 5:8-11 entitled "A Tale of Two Lions."
Questions:
1 Peter 5:8-11
Ice Breaker: An inattentive driver is one of the greatest dangers one might face on the road. There is genuine danger
if all drivers aren't focused and attentive to the task.
What are some practical things you do to assure you give proper attention to the most important tasks in your
day?
1. Discuss how the following Scriptures will help us understand who Satan really is? (see John 14:30; 2 Cor
4:4; Eph 2:2)
2. Sometimes people act as if Satan is just an evil influence. Why does knowing Satan is a real being matter?
3. As an enemy of God, how does Satan carry on his subversive activities within your church and family? What
tactics does he employ against you?
4. Some believe that Satan cannot harm a Christian. What does God’s Word teach about this? (see Heb 11:32-39)
5. Describe how we can have victory over Satan’s accusations. (see Rev 12:10-11)
6. What is the Biblical response of Christians to the sufferings of brothers and sisters around the world?
7. How is the plight of the persecuted church around the world linked to you?
“Only God can make the depraved heart desire God.”- John Piper - Oct 4, 2015Judgement Seat Motivations for Global MinistryOct 4, 2015Judgement Seat Motivations for Global MinistrySeries: Guest speakerThis week we have a special guest speaker for our 35th Anniversary service, Dr. Bruce Snavely. He will be preaching from 2 Corinthians 5:10-21 entitled "Judgment Seat Motivations for Global Ministry."
Questions:
2 Corinthians 5:10-21
Ice Breaker: Truth be told, there are likely many different things that motivate us to action. Some are positive and others may actually be negative.
What are some of the factors that motivate you to daily action, and why do you think you are so affected by them?
1. As a Christian, how does the realization that we will all stand before the judgement seat of God impact your life? (v.10; also read Psalms 62:12; Acts 10:42; Rom. 14:10-12)
2. How does Paul understand the "fear of the Lord”? What impact does his understanding have on his ministry? (v.11; also read Job 31:23; Acts 9:31; Heb. 10:31)
3. What is the primary motivator in Paul’s ministry and how has this same motivator impacted your life and ministry? (vv.12-15)
4. How does the realization that we are a "new creation” change things for Paul and for us? (vv. 16-19; also read John 3:3; Rom. 6:4; Eph. 2:14-16; 4:20-24)
5. What is the role of an “ambassador"? (v. 20)
6. In light of this passage, what is God’s plan and purpose for you as a disciple? (vv. 20-21; also read Eph. 6:18b-20)
“God always has a plan, and he can use anybody to carry it out.”- Kevin DeYoung - Sep 13, 2015The Secret to a Satisfying LifeSep 13, 2015The Secret to a Satisfying LifeBy: Dr. Ron ClineSeries: Guest speakerThis week we have a special guest speaker Dr. Ron Cline. He will be preaching from John 4 entitled "The Secret to a Satisfying Life."
Questions:
John 4
Ice Breaker: I believe everyone is driven by feelings of accomplishment or satisfaction. Sometimes the satisfaction is fleeting, like a good cup of coffee or tea with a wonderful meal. Other times, personal satisfaction can last much longer, especially when it involves things we pour ourselves into. Things like family and church.
What are the things in your life that cause you to feel deep and lasting satisfaction?
1. With knowledge gained from the entirety of chapter 4, what would be the significance of the statement in 4:4, “And He had to pass through Samaria.”? (see v.34)
2. How does this passage suggest we should view people in the communities around us? (v.35)
3. Describe the three vital parts to the process of evangelism outlined here and the key to success. (also see 1 Cor. 3:6-8)
4. Describe the benefits you will experience when you begin to fulfill your role in the work described in these verses.
5. Where are the ripened harvest fields in our world today?
“Everything we do in obedience to God, no matter how small, is significant.” John Piper
“Be faithful in whatever God gives you. That’s all you can do.” Kevin DeYoung - Jul 5, 2015Just A Handful of FlourJul 5, 2015Just A Handful of FlourBy: Dr. Sam MartinSeries: Guest speakerThis week we have a special guest speaker Dr. Sam Martin, Director of Arms for Jesus. He will be preaching from 1 Kings 17:1-16 entitled "Just A Handful of Flour."
Questions:
Please read 1 Kings 17:1-16
Ice Breaker: There is still a great need to share the Gospel in our neighbourhood and around the world.
Describe and discuss the importance of the local church in this mission.
1. List the order of events in which God works, through the first 7 verses. What do you learn about Elijah from these verses?
2. What did Elijah contribute to his own survival? How does God show His abundant provision? (vv. 1-7) (see Exodus 16:8;12-13) What is the significance of this to your present situation?
3. What was the woman willing to do for Elijah? What can you discern about the woman, her background and her life? (vv. 10-12)
4. What does God do in response to the woman’s predicament? (vv. 13-16) Can you think of another example from Scripture where God responded similarly?
5. What can you take from this passage that can be applied to your ministry and your life today?
6. What will ignite a passion for missions in the church today?
“The joyful effects of the Gospel in our own lives gives us an enormous energy for witness.” - Timothy Keller - Jun 28, 2015Why Can’t Everyone Wash Feet?Jun 28, 2015Why Can’t Everyone Wash Feet?By: Phil WebbSeries: Guest speakerThis week we have a special missionary guest speaker Phil Webb from Fellowship International. He will be preaching from John 13:1-17 entitled "Why Can't Everyone Wash Feet?"
Questions:
Please read John 13:1-17
Ice Breaker: Ice Breaker: The presence of vulnerability is necessary, if a true “community” of believers is to develop.
Describe a time when you witnessed or experienced honest vulnerability in someone. What effect did that have on you or the group?
1. What would be the significance of Jesus sharing this lesson with His disciples at this particular point in time? (v.1) Similarly, how is this significant to you and your life today?
2. Describe any parallels you see in the relationship between Judas and Jesus, and our modern society and God. (vv.2-5)
3. Describe Jesus’ actions in verses 4 and 5 with respect to the culture of His time. How does the disciples’ response indicate the depth of their understanding of what Jesus was demonstrating to them? (vv.6-11)
4. What is Jesus’ expectation of His disciples? (vv.12-17) What attitude towards others would the disciples need to embrace?
5. Explain why this “act of foot washing” would be hard for any of us to do for our friends today? What would have to change in us to make an act like this possible?
6. In what ways can we “wash the feet” of others?
“To aim at loving instead of being loved requires sacrifice. Love reaches out, expecting no personal reward.” - Elizabeth Elliot
