Ephesians 4:1–16
As we often say, we don't go to church, we are the church. When the church lives out the unity of the Spirit through Christ, who has set us free, there is a maturity and vitality that can't be beat!
Sermon Notes
Wait, You Believe What?! The Work of the Holy Spirit
John 15:26–16:15
Only through the power of the Holy Spirit, who is God, are we able to fulfill our Christian lives.
Wait! You Believe What?! Wait, Only Jesus?
Ephesians 1:3–10
Are there multiple ways to God or just one? Jesus says just one. He is the way. Let's look at what Jesus offers and why only He can offer it and then consider how you respond.
Wait! You Believe What?! You Believe Jesus Is God?
Hebrews 1:1–5; 2:5-11
Central to the Christian faith is the belief that to bridge the chasm between God and humanity, the solution has to have a firm footing both on God's side and on humanity's side. The only possible bridge is a GodMan.
Wait! You Believe What?! You Believe in Sin?
Genesis 2:16–17, 3:1–9
Aren't Christians just being too negative by believing in sin? Actually, when we look out at the world (or look into our own hearts), the biblical teaching of sin makes sense. And the biblical solution to sin makes for some good news!
Wait! You Believe What?! You Believe the Bible?
Hebrews 1:1–2
Christians are often considered to be "People of the Book," but isn't this book full of mistakes and errors? How can it be trustworthy? Let's consider the data and see what we find.
Wait! You Believe What?! You Believe in God?
Genesis 1:1
Begin a series on the essentials of our faith by talking about God? Of course! Well, that's not always a reasonable assumption. We'll explore why a belief is God is not only reasonable, but also wonder-full and beautiful.
Easter: Mind. Blown.
Mark 6:1–8
The Bible tells us that on that first Easter morning, when the women at the tomb saw an angel (an angel!) and heard that Jesus had risen from the grave (resurrected!), trembling and astonishment seized them (minds. blown!). And the world would never be the same again. Are you ready to have your mind blown?
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Growing Up in Christ: Inseparable Love
Romans 8:29–39
Our study of "Growing Up In Christ" concludes with the foundation of it all: God's love. There's no other way to grow our hearts and lives than through this inseparable love.
Growing Up in Christ: All Things? For Good?
Romans 8:18–30
There is a lot of pain and suffering in the world today. So, how is the gospel of Jesus Christ good news in all this? Despite all appearances, He is working all things for good for those who love Him. All things? For good?
Growing Up in Christ: Sons. Heirs. Family.
Romans 8:12–25
The Holy Spirit leads us in "growing up in Christ" as He confirms certain fundamental truths about who we are. It's hard to grow if we don't live out of who He says we are. Who are you?
Global Outreach Sunday: How God Is Reaching the Unreached
Romans 15:20–22
Global Outreach Sunday is our opportunity to realize we are a part of something a whole lot bigger than we are. God is at work in and through Trinity Church, and the church around the world, making known the glorious good news of Jesus Christ. Join in the work and see how He uses you to change lives!
Growing Up in Christ: Mind the Gap
Romans 8:1–13
For those who are growing up in Christ, there is a huge gap between how the world says we grow and how God says we grow. We need to mind the gap and stick with God's way.
Discussion Questions
Growing Up in Christ: Not On My Own
Romans 7:13–25
Where can we turn when the "victorious Christian life" doesn't feel so victorious? When we struggle to make it on our own, the apostle Paul tells us where we can turn.
Growing Up in Christ: That We May Bear Fruit
Romans 7:1–6
Rules are good and important, but keeping the rules isn't what brings a fruitful life, not even when they're God's rules! Fruitfulness depends on who we belong to, and we belong to another.
Real Freedom Is Standing Firm
Growing Up in Christ: No Turning Back
Romans 6:15–23
Through the Gospel, we've been set free from sin and death. Yet we're constantly tempted to turn back to old temptations and the old way of living. How do we hang on to our new identity in Christ?
Growing Up in Christ: It Starts Today
Romans 1:1–14
Proper nutrition is essential to healthy growth. In Romans 6:1-14, the apostle Paul feeds us the essentials of the gospel needed to grow up in Christ.
The Lord's Other Prayer: In Relationship with the World
John 17
Jesus wants us to be in the world but not be of the world, and He tells us how He's praying so that this is made possible. Pray for us, Jesus!
The Lord's Other Prayer: In Relationship with His Disciples
John 17
In hard times, it's often a comfort to know you're being prayed for. But think about this: Jesus is praying for you all the time. That's even more comforting. When you realize what it is that Jesus prays, well, now that's a game changer.