Alamo Ranch Community Church (Sermon Audio)

So often we come across beautifully written statements in scripture especially in the Psalms that we hold onto for dear life. Although that is a great thing, we can run into problems when we don't really take the time to think through what those words mean and what God intended for us when He wrote them. Psalm 91 is a great example of what it means to think through God's intent for such a phrase: “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most Hight will abide in the shadow of the Almighty.” DNA Questions - Psalm 91DiscoverWhat do you think of when you read verse 1?What themes stand out to you the most from this chapter?What questions arise as you read it? NurtureWhere does your mind dwell?What do you fear and how does that fear manifest itself?How would dwelling on God's faithfulness impact our fearfulness? ActHow could you dwell upon God's faithfulness in your life?What lion is God calling you to tread upon?

In a world where both secular culture and church culture tend towards the facade of “all is well” scripture does NOT. There is a raw-ness to this Psalm that leads the reader to look for a quick resolution, but instead is left to deal with the darkness. The good news is that we have a Savior who isn't afraid to step into that space and sing along with us our song in the night. DNA Questions - Psalm 88DiscoverWhat does the Psalmist mean by "regions dark and deep"?What is the Psalmist trying to accomplish with questions like: "Do the departed rise up to praise you?"What does the Psalmist mean when he says that "Your wrath has swept over me"? NurtureWhat is comforting to you about a text like this? What is unsettling? Why?What about your belief about God makes this a difficult text for you?In what ways does this text point you towards the heart of God especially displayed in Christ? ActWhat would your raw, honest written down prayer read like right now?How long could you be still and just wait upon the Lord?

Christianity is not just a religion. Christianity is just a name for the plan that God has made to establish His Kingdom on Earth. If you are a follower of Christ you have been brought out of a kingdom of darkness and into the Kingdom He died and rose again to establish. God is raising up a people for His possession to be a part of His Kingdom and we get to play a part in this mission. Making disciples of Jesus is the greatest calling and pursuit in all of life! DNA Questions - Psalm 87DiscoverIs the Lord ultimately talking about a place or a people in the Psalm?What comes to your mind when you consider Rahab (Egypt), Babylon, and Philistia in the story of scripture?What does it mean that "the Lord records as He registers the peoples"? NurtureConsidering the ways in which we thought about Egypt, Babylon, and Philistia in what season of life do you perceive God has you?Do you reproduce disciples of Jesus? Why or why not?What does it mean and what does it look like that all your springs are in the Lord? ActWhat are some practical steps you could take towards the intentionality of making disciples of Jesus?What would it look like for your DNA group to move in a more discipleship oriented direction?

No Christian really needs to be convinced that Godliness is the goal. God's plan is that we would be conformed into the image of Jesus. Jesus told us that it is enough to be like the master. The Psalmist helps us to know what godliness looks like not only in our our own life, but also in the life of the ones who will influence us. DNA Questions - Psalm 86Discover:How can the Psalmist say that he is "poor and needy"?What are the implications of the fact that the Psalmist calls upon the Lord in the day of his trouble?Do you honestly believe that God is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness? Why or why not? Nurture:Do you tend to see yourself in light of who God is or in light of those around you? Why does that matter?Are you quick to notice when the Lord gladdens your soul? Why or why not?Is it easy or difficult for you to ask God for a sign of His favor upon you? Why or why not? Act:Every time you pray this week, ask the Lord to gladden your soul and see what happens. Commit to write down such instances no matter how little or big.Every time you pray this week, thank the Lord for all the ways you know He has delivered you AND for all the ways in which you are unaware. Take note of instances that you notice no matter how little or big.

This is a Psalm about repentance and that it is beautifully wrapped up in a robust understanding of who God is and what He has done in saving us and bringing us to Himself in the first place! Repentance must be a part of the life of the believer! DNA Questions:DiscoverHow does Jacob help us better understand all of this?How does God ultimately put away His anger?What does it mean that God's salvation is near to those who fear Him? (v. 9) NurtureIs it difficult for you to ask God to restore you "again"? Why or why not?What about the gospel helps you believe that God will speak peace to you rather than wrath?What usually keeps you from hoping that the Lord will give what is good? How does the gospel speak to this? ActWhat would be the biggest change in your life if you actually believed that you were favored by God?What would the rest of this year look like for you if you decided His footsteps would be your way?What practical ways could your DNA serve and edify the body at ARCC?

One of the greatest things God could do for us is to give us a heart that matches the Psalmist in desire for the Lord. Psalm 84 helps us know what it means to be in the courts of the Lord. Blessed are those who trust in the Lord above all! DNA Questions:DiscoverWhy does the Psalmist include the stanza about sparrows finding a home?What does it mean to go from strength to strength?How are we to think about God not withholding anything good? NurtureWhat does your soul long for?How does trusting in the Lord allow us to be springs and early rain in the Valley?How does the last line of the Psalm impact the way we view life and God's providence in it? ActWhat is one thing that would look different for you this week if you actually trusted that God isn't going to withhold anything good from you?What is one way that your DNA group could serve and edify the body here at ARCC?

There is a truth given to us by Jesus that we need to believe. It's actually to our advantage that Christ would go to the Father SO that the Spirit could be sent to us. The hope in this series would be that we would come to believe this as ardently as Jesus, Himself AND that we would long to know and enjoy all that we have in the Person and work of the Holy Spirit of God. DNA Questions:DiscoverWhat is Paul getting at when he says that when they come together it is not for the better but for the worse?How are they humiliating those who have nothing? (v. 22)How would one eat the bread and drink the cup in a "worthy manner"? NurtureDo you regularly examine your mind and heart for the things for things that would be displeasing to the Lord? If so, what does that look like for you?How does the gospel of the Lord Jesus help us to examine ourselves?How does the gospel of the Lord Jesus help us to help others examine themselves? ActWhat would it look like for you to intentionally prepare to come to worship on Sunday mornings?What would it look like for your DNA group to edify the body of Christ here at ARCC?

There is a truth given to us by Jesus that we need to believe. It's actually to our advantage that Christ would go to the Father SO that the Spirit could be sent to us. The hope in this series would be that we would come to believe this as ardently as Jesus, Himself AND that we would long to know and enjoy all that we have in the Person and work of the Holy Spirit of God. DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 10:23-33DiscoverWhat is Paul getting at when he says that all things are lawful but not all things helpful?What connection is there between our liberty and our conscience?How do you know if you are doing anything for the glory of God? NurtureHow does the gospel point our eyes towards the glory of God?How do we pursue a life that seeks the advantage of others over our own?How do we pursue a life of gratitude? ActWhat would look different for you this week if you were trying to do everything for the glory of God?Is there a way your DNA group could do with work of ministry in order to build up the entire body at ARCC?

There is a truth given to us by Jesus that we need to believe. It's actually to our advantage that Christ would go to the Father SO that the Spirit could be sent to us. The hope in this series would be that we would come to believe this as ardently as Jesus, Himself AND that we would long to know and enjoy all that we have in the Person and work of the Holy Spirit of God. DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 10:1-22Discover:What is the significance of Christ being the "Spiritual Rock that followed them"?What does God's faithfulness have to do with dealing with temptation?What is Paul getting at when he states that you cannot partake of the table of the Lord and the table of demons? Nurture:In reference to the Israelites' idolatry, we can gather a few warning signs:ImpatienceLove of the cultureIngratitudePrideWhich of these are the most dangerous for you and how can the gospel help us flee these things?Some of the fruit of idolatry is:Jealousy of othersAnger towards othersDiscontentmentCan you see these in your life and how can the gospel help you to locate the idols and put them to death? Act:What it look like practically for you to flee the idols you know exist in your life?What would it look like practically for your DNA group to serve and edify the body of Christ here at ARCC?

There is a truth given to us by Jesus that we need to believe.  It's actually to our advantage that Christ would go to the Father SO that the Spirit could be sent to us.  The hope in this series would be that we would come to believe this as ardently as Jesus, Himself AND that we would long to know and enjoy all that we have in the Person and work of the Holy Spirit of God.DNA Questions: DiscoverWhy is it important that Paul defend his apostleship to those who would question it?Why does Paul talk so much about "rights" in his defense?What does it mean that Paul has become all things to all people?NurtureDoes your view of the gospel drive the decisions and actions of your life?How can the gospel impact your view of your job in a redemptive way?How does the gospel help us in the context of self-control?ActWhat is one way being "all things to all men" could play itself out in your life?What would it look like for you to discipline your body for the sake of the gospel?

Sermon Outline - 1 Corinthians 7:25-40Description: There is a truth given to us by Jesus that we need to believe. It's actually to our advantage that Christ would go to the Father SO that the Spirit could be sent to us. The hope in this series would be that we would come to believe this as ardently as Jesus, Himself AND that we would long to know and enjoy all that we have in the Person and work of the Holy Spirit of God. DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 7:25-40Discover:What worldly troubles do you think Paul is speaking of in this text?What do all the things have in common from verses 29-31?What would it look like for a married couple to have an undivided devotion to the Lord?...a single person? Nurture:How do our spouses prepare us for eternity with Christ?How does our mourning and grief prepare us for eternity with Christ?How does our rejoicing prepare us for eternity with Christ?How does our stuff prepare us for eternity with Christ? Act:If you are married, how can you help your spouse be free from anxieties?If you are unmarried, how can you make the most of your singleness?

Sermon Outline - 1 Corinthians 7:25-40Description: There is a truth given to us by Jesus that we need to believe. It's actually to our advantage that Christ would go to the Father SO that the Spirit could be sent to us. The hope in this series would be that we would come to believe this as ardently as Jesus, Himself AND that we would long to know and enjoy all that we have in the Person and work of the Holy Spirit of God. DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 7:25-40Discover:What worldly troubles do you think Paul is speaking of in this text?What do all the things have in common from verses 29-31?What would it look like for a married couple to have an undivided devotion to the Lord?...a single person? Nurture:How do our spouses prepare us for eternity with Christ?How does our mourning and grief prepare us for eternity with Christ?How does our rejoicing prepare us for eternity with Christ?How does our stuff prepare us for eternity with Christ? Act:If you are married, how can you help your spouse be free from anxieties?If you are unmarried, how can you make the most of your singleness?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 7:17-24DiscoverConsidering Paul's previous subject in v. 1-16 why would he need to exhort them to "lead the life that the Lord has assigned"?What in our culture would Paul need to address so that we would know that it counted for nothing?What does Paul have in mind when he exhorts the reader to "remain with God"?NurtureAre you free in your freedom? (Consider and discuss these questions)-Am I free to tell the truth? (When is this difficult?)-Am I free NOT to defend myself? (Why is this so difficult?)-Am I free to lay down my rights for the good of others?-Am I free to let my yes be yes? (Can I commit and be faithful to things and persons?)-Am I free to let my no be no? (Can I disappoint people?)-Am I free to be ok even if others around me are not ok? (Do I know where I end and others begin?)-Am I free from the tyranny of the urgent? (Can I be about important things?)ActWhich of those questions were most difficult for you and what would it look like to walk in freedom in those areas?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 7:17-24DiscoverConsidering Paul's previous subject in v. 1-16 why would he need to exhort them to "lead the life that the Lord has assigned"?What in our culture would Paul need to address so that we would know that it counted for nothing?What does Paul have in mind when he exhorts the reader to "remain with God"?NurtureAre you free in your freedom? (Consider and discuss these questions)-Am I free to tell the truth? (When is this difficult?)-Am I free NOT to defend myself? (Why is this so difficult?)-Am I free to lay down my rights for the good of others?-Am I free to let my yes be yes? (Can I commit and be faithful to things and persons?)-Am I free to let my no be no? (Can I disappoint people?)-Am I free to be ok even if others around me are not ok? (Do I know where I end and others begin?)-Am I free from the tyranny of the urgent? (Can I be about important things?)ActWhich of those questions were most difficult for you and what would it look like to walk in freedom in those areas?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.Sermon Outline - 1 C...s 7 (1-16).pages.pagesDNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 7:1-16Discover:What are the implications of Paul saying that "it is good for a man not to have sexual relations with a woman"?How can the Church do a better job of helping people see their singleness as a gift?Overall, how are we to think about sex, marriage, and divorce based on this text? How does the church community come into play in all this?Nurture:Where do you see the gospel impacting and empowering us towards the glory of God in our marriage/sex life and in our singleness?How can we help each other incorporate prayer into our marriages? Why can that be so difficult?How does the gospel speak into a story that includes divorce?Act:What could it look like to begin a healthy and edifying dialogue around sex, prayer, and the glory of God with your spouse?Are there any unique ways that the Church can love singles well?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.Sermon Outline - 1 C...s 7 (1-16).pages.pagesDNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 7:1-16Discover:What are the implications of Paul saying that "it is good for a man not to have sexual relations with a woman"?How can the Church do a better job of helping people see their singleness as a gift?Overall, how are we to think about sex, marriage, and divorce based on this text? How does the church community come into play in all this?Nurture:Where do you see the gospel impacting and empowering us towards the glory of God in our marriage/sex life and in our singleness?How can we help each other incorporate prayer into our marriages? Why can that be so difficult?How does the gospel speak into a story that includes divorce?Act:What could it look like to begin a healthy and edifying dialogue around sex, prayer, and the glory of God with your spouse?Are there any unique ways that the Church can love singles well?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 5Discover:What is sexual immorality and why does it tend to be such a problem in the Church?How do you feel about Paul calling for the Church to remove someone from the congregation? Why do you feel this way?Why is the opposite of malice and evil sincerity and truth?Nurture:Do you mourn over your sin?What does repentance look like in your life?Based on Paul's exhortations in this text do you believe that you care deeply for personal holiness and the purity of the Church?Act:What would be different about your week this week if you became very serious about walking in holiness towards God?How does the gospel fuel our pursuit of holiness?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 5Discover:What is sexual immorality and why does it tend to be such a problem in the Church?How do you feel about Paul calling for the Church to remove someone from the congregation? Why do you feel this way?Why is the opposite of malice and evil sincerity and truth?Nurture:Do you mourn over your sin?What does repentance look like in your life?Based on Paul's exhortations in this text do you believe that you care deeply for personal holiness and the purity of the Church?Act:What would be different about your week this week if you became very serious about walking in holiness towards God?How does the gospel fuel our pursuit of holiness?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 4:6-21Discover:What does Paul mean by not wanting them to "go beyond what is written"?What is Paul's purpose in comparing his life to that of the church at Corinth? (v. 8-13)What does Paul mean that the Kingdom "does not consist in talk but in power"?Nurture:Are there any areas of your life that are "puffed up"? How would you know?When was the last time that you were given helpful perspective regarding your life? What made it so helpful?Do you have someone in your life who can not only tell you right from wrong but also look at your life and tell you that you are right or wrong?Act:What would it look like for you to seek out and/or be a father (mother) figure?How can we create a culture at ARCC where people are hungry to have and to be an influence like this?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 4:6-21Discover:What does Paul mean by not wanting them to "go beyond what is written"?What is Paul's purpose in comparing his life to that of the church at Corinth? (v. 8-13)What does Paul mean that the Kingdom "does not consist in talk but in power"?Nurture:Are there any areas of your life that are "puffed up"? How would you know?When was the last time that you were given helpful perspective regarding your life? What made it so helpful?Do you have someone in your life who can not only tell you right from wrong but also look at your life and tell you that you are right or wrong?Act:What would it look like for you to seek out and/or be a father (mother) figure?How can we create a culture at ARCC where people are hungry to have and to be an influence like this?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 4:1-5Discover:Why does Paul need to tell the reader how to "regard" him?What does Paul mean when he says that it is a small thing to be judged by them?Why is it important that God is going to disclose the purposes of our hearts?Nurture:How do you want people to "regard" you? How close is that to the actual truth about you? How would you know?How does God's judgment bring freedom?How can the gospel help us not be so quick to judge?Act:What would be different about you if you stopped judging the motives of those around you?How would this week be different for you if you didn't judge yourself?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 4:1-5Discover:Why does Paul need to tell the reader how to "regard" him?What does Paul mean when he says that it is a small thing to be judged by them?Why is it important that God is going to disclose the purposes of our hearts?Nurture:How do you want people to "regard" you? How close is that to the actual truth about you? How would you know?How does God's judgment bring freedom?How can the gospel help us not be so quick to judge?Act:What would be different about you if you stopped judging the motives of those around you?How would this week be different for you if you didn't judge yourself?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 3:5-23Discover:What does Paul mean that "God gives the growth"?What does Paul have in mind when he talks about building with "gold, silver, and precious stones"?Why does Paul tell his readers that "all things are yours"?Nurture:What does the "fire" reveal in your life?Do you sense that your life is being built with precious stones or straw? How would you know?What would it mean for you to "become a fool" that you might become wise?Act:What could you do this week to begin building with gold, silver, and precious stones?How would your week look different if you believed that all things were yours and that you were Christ's?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 3:5-23Discover:What does Paul mean that "God gives the growth"?What does Paul have in mind when he talks about building with "gold, silver, and precious stones"?Why does Paul tell his readers that "all things are yours"?Nurture:What does the "fire" reveal in your life?Do you sense that your life is being built with precious stones or straw? How would you know?What would it mean for you to "become a fool" that you might become wise?Act:What could you do this week to begin building with gold, silver, and precious stones?How would your week look different if you believed that all things were yours and that you were Christ's?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 3:1-4Discover:Why would Paul liken infants in Christ with "people of the flesh"?Why is the declaration of following Paul or Apollos being "merely human"?Nurture:What would your response be if someone called you immature or if someone were to point out an area of your life that needed growth?How does the gospel impact the way we might respond to feedback or critique or "the truth in love"?Act:How would your life be impacted if you took your role in the "priesthood of believers" seriously?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 3:1-4Discover:Why would Paul liken infants in Christ with "people of the flesh"?Why is the declaration of following Paul or Apollos being "merely human"?Nurture:What would your response be if someone called you immature or if someone were to point out an area of your life that needed growth?How does the gospel impact the way we might respond to feedback or critique or "the truth in love"?Act:How would your life be impacted if you took your role in the "priesthood of believers" seriously?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly a practical and theological answer to questions, but at its core, it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, and falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experience grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.

Sermon Outline - 1 Corinthians 1:10-17Sub Title: Thinking About How We ThinkDescription: Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly practical and theological answers to questions, but at its core it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experienced grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.DNA Questions - 1 Corinthians 1:10-17Discover:What does it mean to be united in the same mind and the same judgment?What is the primary issue that Paul is addressing in this text?How does he resolve it?Nurture:How would you know if you were following someone other than Christ?How do you know what your identity is rooted in?How does the cross of Christ speak into what we know our heart and soul long for?Act:What would look different this week if you were to take seriously your actions aligning with the words you proclaim?If Christ crucified is the bedrock foundation of your identity, what gospel conversations are available to you at your work or in your home?

Paul's letter to the Corinthian church is a response to real questions by real people whom Paul knows and loves. 1 Corinthians is certainly practical and theological answers to questions, but at its core it is an example of shepherding a flock of sinners saved by grace. Answers are given, thoughts are expounded, falsehoods are confronted with a heart that these people would experienced grace and peace walking in the privilege that it is to be those called into the fellowship of Jesus Christ by the God of the universe.

DNA Questions: Ecclesiastes 7:1-14Discover:What statement most contradicts your worldview from this passage? Why?Nurture:"Who can make straight what he has made crooked?" How does this question impact your view of life?Act:How does a text like this change how you approach the new year?

DNA Questions: Ecclesiastes 7:1-14Discover:What statement most contradicts your worldview from this passage? Why?Nurture:"Who can make straight what he has made crooked?" How does this question impact your view of life?Act:How does a text like this change how you approach the new year?

DNA Questions: Galatians 4:1-7Discover:What is the connection between heirs and slaves that Paul is trying to make?What are "elementary principles" of the world?Why is the idea of "the fulness of time" so important to this text?Nurture:What elementary principles do you tend to fall back into? Why?How is our adoption as sons and daughters the answer to our enslavement to elementary principles of the world?Could it be said of you that you have not because you ask not? (James 4:2) If so, why do you struggle to pray? How does this text impact your view of prayer?Act:Believing the gospel, what could your prayer life look like this week?Considering the Lord's Prayer, (Matthew 6:9-13) how could your prayers be more in line with those of a son or daughter of God?

DNA Questions: Galatians 4:1-7Discover:What is the connection between heirs and slaves that Paul is trying to make?What are "elementary principles" of the world?Why is the idea of "the fulness of time" so important to this text?Nurture:What elementary principles do you tend to fall back into? Why?How is our adoption as sons and daughters the answer to our enslavement to elementary principles of the world?Could it be said of you that you have not because you ask not? (James 4:2) If so, why do you struggle to pray? How does this text impact your view of prayer?Act:Believing the gospel, what could your prayer life look like this week?Considering the Lord's Prayer, (Matthew 6:9-13) how could your prayers be more in line with those of a son or daughter of God?

DNA Questions: Romans 7:21 - Romans 8:8Discover:What does Paul mean in verse 21 that evil lies close at hand?What is the "body of death" that Paul speaks of in verse 24?What or who is the Spirit of life?Nurture:In what ways do you relate to Paul in verses 21-25. What law of sin seems to hold you captive?How does the Spirit of life set one free from the law of sin and death?How does one set their mind on the things of the Spirit?Act:What is one area of your life where you continually have your mind set on the flesh? What would it look like for you to pursue setting your mind on the Spirit in that instance?How can we help each other to walk in the Spirit rather than the flesh?

DNA Questions: Romans 7:21 - Romans 8:8Discover:What does Paul mean in verse 21 that evil lies close at hand?What is the "body of death" that Paul speaks of in verse 24?What or who is the Spirit of life?Nurture:In what ways do you relate to Paul in verses 21-25. What law of sin seems to hold you captive?How does the Spirit of life set one free from the law of sin and death?How does one set their mind on the things of the Spirit?Act:What is one area of your life where you continually have your mind set on the flesh? What would it look like for you to pursue setting your mind on the Spirit in that instance?How can we help each other to walk in the Spirit rather than the flesh?

DNA Questions - Philippians 1:1-11Discover:Meditate on verse one. How has this played out in your life?What does it mean to be in full accord and of one mind?What does Paul mean when he says that Christ Jesus did not count equality with God something to be grasped?Nurture:How would you know if you were doing things out of selfish ambition or conceit? Do you think you have ever done anything with zero selfish ambition or conceit?What is true, gospel formed, Christ exalting humility?What fuels our ability to consider others more significant than ourselves?Act:What is the first area of your life that comes to your mind when you think about this notion of considering others more significant than yourself?What would it look like practically to make this shift?