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Sermon: The Dangers of Instant Gratification

Sermon Date: 09/08/2024
Bible Verses: Genesis 25:29-34, Galatians 5:16-25, Matthew 6:19-21, 24, Mark 8:36-37 
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The Weekly Show: Episode 18 - Mercy

Join Tim and John as they give an informative episode about Mercy.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/aspire
Bible Study on Mercy
Definition: Compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one's power to punish or harm.
The importance of mercy in the Christian life
Mercy: Not receiving the punishment we deserve
God's Mercy in the Bible
The Mercy We Should Have for Each Other
The Impact of Mercy
Discussion Questions
How has God’s mercy impacted your life personally?
In what ways can we practice mercy in our daily interactions with others?
How can the church foster a culture of mercy within its community?
What challenges do you face in being merciful, and how can you overcome them?
How does showing mercy reflect the character of God to the world?

Devotion: Worship in Spirit and Truth

Sermon Date: 8/26/2024
Bible Verse: John 4
Join us in this episode as we delve into John Chapter 4, where Jesus speaks with the woman at the well. We explore the profound message of worshiping in spirit and in truth, beyond the physical acts and places. Discover the essence of true worship as Jesus reveals the living water and the importance of worshiping with a genuine heart and spirit.
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The Weekly Show: Episode 17 - Grace

Join Tim and John as they give an informative episode about Grace.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/aspire
Bible Study on Grace
Etymology and Basic Meaning
Greek word for grace: "Charis" – favor, blessing, kindness
Grace as God's unearned and undeserved favor
Types of Grace
Common Grace
Saving Grace
Sanctifying Grace
Sustaining Grace
Serving Grace
Discussion Questions
How would you define grace in your own words?
What are some ways you have experienced God’s grace in your life?
How can we extend grace to others in our daily interactions?
What are some challenges you face in living out God’s grace?
How can understanding God’s grace impact your relationship with Him and others?
Key Bible Verses on Grace
Ephesians 2:8-9 – “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.”
Titus 2:11-12 – “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 – “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
Romans 5:20 – “But where sin increased, grace increased all the more.”
Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”

Sermon: Tithing, Giving and God’s Blessing

Sermon Date: 08/18/24
Bible Verses: Malachi 3:10, Luke 6:38, Matthew 6:19-21, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 Theme Song:
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The Weekly Show: Episode 16 - Holiness

Join Tim and John as they give an informative episode about Holiness.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/aspire
Holiness – Definition, Biblical Perspective, and Practical Application
Definition: Set apart, sacred, pure, and morally blameless
Discussion Questions
How do you define holiness in your own words?
What are some practical ways to pursue personal holiness in daily life?
How can we support each other in our church community to live holy lives?
What challenges do you face in striving for holiness, and how can you overcome them?
How does understanding God’s holiness impact your relationship with Him?
Key Bible Verses on Holiness
Isaiah 6:3 – “And they were calling to one another: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the LORD Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.’”
1 Peter 1:15-16 – “But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: ‘Be holy, because I am holy.’”
Leviticus 19:2 – “Speak to the entire assembly of Israel and say to them: ‘Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy.’”
Hebrews 12:14 – “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”
 
 

Sermon: Psalm 2

Originally Recorded: 08/11/24
Bible Verse: Psalm 2
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The Weekly Show: Episode 15 - Mental Health

Join Tim and John as they give an informative episode about Mental Health and what The Bible says about the mind.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/aspire
Study on Mental Health and The Bible
Love God with All Your Mind (Matthew 22:37-40)
Mind of Christ (Philippians 2:5-11)
The Mindset of the Spirit vs. the Flesh (Romans 8:5-6, Romans 12:1-2)
Setting Our Minds on Heavenly Things (Colossians 3:2)
Dealing with Anxiety and Finding Peace (Philippians 4:6-8)
Discussion Questions
How can we practically love God with all our minds in our daily lives?
What steps can we take to develop a mindset like Christ’s?
How does setting our minds on things above impact our mental health?
In what ways can we apply Philippians 4:6-8 to manage anxiety and stress?
How can the renewal of our minds lead to transformation in our lives?