Downey Seventh-day Adventist Church

In a world consumed by anger, broken promises, and fractured relationships, God calls us to live in a manner contrary to what the world would say-peace. Pastor Chris shares how our thoughts and words can be used for good and evil.Downey Adventist Church SermonPeace In An Age Of Rage10 Ways to a Better Life seriesby Chris Famisaran21 Feb. 2026www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4c1JdZ9PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

Respect and honor is easy when it's mutual, but what about when it's not? God calls us to honor our parents and elders, even when it's hard. Join us this Sabbath as we journey through the Bible and study several examples of what it means to honor our parents and elders.Downey Adventist Church SermonRestoring Honor In A Broken World10 Ways to a Better Life seriesby Chris Famisaran14 Feb. 2026www.downeychurch.org

The 4th Commandment is maybe the most misunderstood commandment. Bill leads us in how our Creator and Designer knew what we needed before we were even made.Downey Adventist Church SermonGod's Words to the Busy and Distracted10 Ways to a Better Life seriesby Bill Aumack07 Feb. 2026www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3LTnJTKPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

Words…do they mean anything? Words have the ability to lift people up, and tear someone down, to bring honor, and to curse one another. More importantly, how do we speak of God? Join us this Sabbath as we discuss and breakdown the third commandment, and the importance of how can honor God with our words.Downey Adventist Church SermonR-E-S-P-E-C-T10 Ways to a Better Life seriesby Chris Famisaran & Bill Aumack31 Jan. 2026www.downeychurch.org

What do you consider to be an idol? In the second commandment, God said to make any idols. In today's age can idol look like ambition, possessions, or even relationships or even our own image. Join us this Sabbath as we look to see what the Bible says. Downey Adventist Church SermonModern Idols: What's on your alter?10 Ways to a Better Life seriesby Chris Famisaran24 Jan. 2026www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/45sIBrqPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

Who do you serve? In the first of ten commandments, God said you are to have no other Gods. Seems simple enough, but it may not be that simple. This week we kickoff the first of ten sermons based on the 10 Commandments.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Subtle Gods We Serve10 Ways to a Better Life seriesby Chris Famisaran17 Jan. 2026www.downeychurch.org

Bill leads in a study of the Magi and what we can learn about generosity from them.Downey Adventist Church SermonHow to be Generous like the MagiLiving a Generous Life seriesby Bill Aumack10 Jan. 2026www.downeychurch.org

Time is a resource that we cannot stop, and it does not wait for you. How do you prioritize your time, and how can you honor God with it? Join us this coming Sabbath as we journey together and learn the value of time.Downey Adventist Church SermonHow To Steward Your TimeLiving a Generous Life seriesby Chris Famisaran03 Jan. 2026www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4phK9M1PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

What a year we have experienced. To close out our last Sabbath, we will hold communion, share some of the lessons learned, and things to look forward to in the new yearDowney Adventist Church SermonNo Regretsby Chris Famisaran27 Dec. 2025www.downeychurch.org

We are have a very special musical program with some guest musicians. Christmas is the time when we remember the birth of Jesus and how he brought light into our dark world. Join us for this special service and bring some friends. Downey Adventist Church SermonA Light in the DarknessChristmas Programby Chris Famisaran20 Dec. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Jesus birth was day one of a journey that would ultimately lead to our salvation and redemption. This week, Bill will share about what we can learn from Joseph on his trip home on that first Christmas.Downey Adventist Church SermonA Baby Will ComeHome for Christmas seriesby Bill Aumack 13 Dec. 2025www.downeychurch.org

While many look to Christmas as a time of joy and happiness, not everyone feels the same way. Some may feel a sense of trepidation and hesitancy due to conflict. Join us this Sabbath as we look to the promise that Jesus has for us, that we can always come home.Downey Adventist Church SermonO Little Town of BethlehemHome for Christmas seriesby Chris Famisaran 06 Dec. 2025www.downeychurch.org

The song I'll Be Home For Christmas conjures up nostalgic feelings of family and the comforts of home. This week we look to the very beginning where God created humanity and families. We also will look to the One who came into the world and through love, saved His loved ones.Downey Adventist Church SermonI'll Be Home for ChristmasHome for Christmas seriesby Chris Famisaran 29 Nov. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Over the last 6 weeks we have studied and learned about the Sabbath. What important lessons have you taken from the series? Join us this week and be prepared to share the lessons you have learned from this series.Downey Adventist Church SermonCelebration SabbathRest without Rigidity seriesby Chris Famisaran 22 Nov. 2025www.downeychurch.org

What does Sabbath look like from a group perspective? Is it simply coming together and worship, or is there something deeper that we can look forward to together as a community. Join us this coming Sabbath as we study the importance of Sabbath as a community.  Downey Adventist Church SermonYou MatterRest without Rigidity seriesby Chris Famisaran 15 Nov. 2025www.downeychurch.org

The Rhythms of Rest Has Sabbath been a sacred and transformative experience in your life? Sabbath is a rhythm of rest that is key to having a healthy balance. This week, Bill will help us look to the Bible to see how the disciples experienced the Sabbath. Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Rhythms of RestRest without Rigidity seriesby Bill Aumack 08 Nov. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Unplug to RechargeWe previously have studied the necessity to have rest, but some may ask what does resting look like, and what's appropriate? Join us this coming Sabbath as we study the look at way to experience the Sabbath.Downey Adventist Church SermonUnplug to RechargeRest without Rigidity seriesby Chris Famisaran 01 Nov. 2025www.downeychurch.org

What barriers or hindrances do you have to finding and experiencing the gift of rest? Bill leads us as we learn to find peace and rest in the Sabbath.Downey Adventist Church SermonCalm in the ChaosRest without Rigidity seriesby Bill Aumack 25 Oct. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Oftentimes Sabbath observance will come into conflict with commonly held cultural beliefs such as the hustle culture, or "I will sleep when I am dead". Join us this week as we study the Bible and find the necessity to rest.Downey Adventist Church SermonA Sacred DefianceRest without Rigidity seriesby Chris Famisaran 18 Oct. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Do you find yourself tired and exhausted? In the Gospel of Matthew Jesus asked "are you tired and weary?" God gave us the beautiful gift of the Sabbath. This week we kick off a new small group series and will go back to the roots of the Sabbath.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Rest You've Been Looking ForRest without Rigidity seriesby Chris Famisaran 11 Oct. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Bill leads us this week as we look at how we respond to Bible texts that appear to be in conflict. This will be an introduction to our upcoming series on the Sabbath.Downey Adventist Church SermonWhat Should I Do Now?by Bill Aumack 04 Oct. 2025www.downeychurch.org

This week join as we come together and celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. This is a renewal service that can help us all.Downey Adventist Church SermonCommunionby Chris Famisaran 27 Sept. 2025www.downeychurch.org

One of the most critical tasks as a leader is to educate, equip, and empower others to complete the tasks to accomplish the goals. This week we will look at how Jesus mentored and prepared the disciples to go and share the Gospel.Downey Adventist Church SermonGoTaking Ownership seriesby Chris Famisaran 20 Sept. 2025www.downeychurch.org

As a leader, you are helping to focus and move towards completing the objective. How do I prioritize God and complete the tasks that need to be completed? Join us this Sabbath as we learn from the Bible how to prioritize and execute on the important things and be a more effective leader.Downey Adventist Church SermonEyes on the PrizeTaking Ownership seriesby Chris Famisaran 13 Sept. 2025www.downeychurch.org

As a leader, one of the important principles to lead by is making things simple. How do we have promote clear communication and simplify things. Join us as Bill leads us as we learn and apply the K.I.S.S. principle from a biblical perspective.Downey Adventist Church SermonKISSTaking Ownership seriesby Bill Aumack 06 Sept. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Everyone is a leader, whether in the home, your job, and local community. And how do I create a united team environment? This Sabbath, we begin a new series called "Taking Ownership", where we will focus on taking ownership and creating healthy teams.Downey Adventist Church SermonIt's On MeTaking Ownership seriesby Chris Famisaran30 Aug. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Paul famously says in the letter to the Philippians, "rejoice in the Lord always." What does that mean when hardship comes? Am I supposed to pretend? Join us this coming Sabbath as we learn to rejoice and lead with faith.Downey Adventist Church SermonP to DWhat Me, Worry? seriesby Chris Famisaran23 Aug. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Burnout can not only lead to stress and exhaustion, but also cynicism and pessimism. Join us this coming Sabbath as we study and learn lessons on how to deal with and avoid burnout.Downey Adventist Church SermonRunning on EmptyWhat Me, Worry? seriesby Chris Famisaran16 Aug. 2025www.downeychurch.org

What do you fear most, and when does it strike? Join us this week as we look at several bible characters who lived in fear, and were able to overcome adversity.Downey Adventist Church SermonWhispers In The DarkWhat Me, Worry? seriesby Bill Aumack09 Aug. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Our bodies are not designed to deal with stress and anxiety long-term. Over the next several weeks, we will be tackling the topic of anxiety and how we can reduce stress, fear, and burnout.Downey Adventist Church SermonI'm Done Being Sick & TiredWhat Me, Worry? seriesby Chris Famisaran02 Aug. 2025www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever been promised something and then been betrayed? Or do you feel alone and unseen? Hagar was left and abandoned by Abraham and Sarah. This week, we will study and learn how God's faithfulness to Hagar is a lesson that God does not abandon His children.Downey Adventist Church SermonEl Roi: The God Who Sees MeThe Names of God part II seriesby Chris Famisaran26 July 2025www.downeychurch.org

Are you sick and struggling? Throughout the Bible, there are stories of God healing people. This week, we'll study the Bible and learn the various areas in our lives that may need healing and restoration.Downey Adventist Church SermonYahweh Ropheka: The God Who Heals YouThe Names of God part II seriesby Chris Famisaran19 July 2025www.downeychurch.org

In a world that is shaky and uncertain, having a solid foundation of faith is key to moving forward. This week we will be looking at several passages that show God is our rock and firm foundation.Downey Adventist Church SermonYahweh God Is My RockThe Names of God part II seriesby Chris Famisaran12 July 2025www.downeychurch.org

We start a new series on the Names of God. This week Bill will start off our series as we examine Yahweh Tsebaoth. Join us as we learn more about God from the meaning of his names.Downey Adventist Church SermonYahweh TsebaothThe Names of God part II seriesBill Aumack05 July 2025www.downeychurch.org

Do you know how to swim? The majority of individuals learn how to swim as children, but it can still be scary. To learn how to swim and dive requires faith in your swim instructor. This week we look at what it means to dive into the unknown with faith.Downey Adventist Church SermonI'm Diving InChris Famisaran21 June 2025www.downeychurch.org

Bill leads us this week in finding some advice from our forefathers that will benefit us all.Downey Adventist Church SermonFatherly AdviceBill Aumack14 June 2025www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever been so sure about something, only to be proven wrong. It can be humbling. This week we close out this series by learning to read the Bible with an open heart and mind, guided by the Holy Spirit.Downey Adventist Church SermonReading the Bible with Purpose series - week 4With Open Hearts & Open MindsChris Famisaran 07 June 2025www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever read the Bible and found that you cannot turn away from it because it is powerful? As you read through scripture, did you desire to make positive changes in your life? This week, we look at the Bible as a force for positive transformation.Downey Adventist Church SermonReading the Bible with Purpose series - week 3Refer to THE User ManualChris Famisaran 31 May 2025www.downeychurch.org

Should We Throw Out The Old Testament?Have you ever wondered, is the Old Testament still relevant? This week we will see that the New Testament is the fulfillment of many promises found in the Old Testament that point to Jesus.Downey Adventist Church SermonReading the Bible with Purpose series - week 2Should We Throw Out The Old Testament?Bill Aumack 24 May 2025www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/45awPmjPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

When you read scripture, where do you begin? Do you choose to read a random bible verse, or do you read with intentionality? This week we begin a new series on how to read the Bible by starting with Jesus as the Word, an overview of the Old and New Testament, principles of reading Scripture, and how it can positively influence your life.Downey Adventist Church SermonReading the Bible with Purpose series - week 1The Revelation of GodChris Famisaran17 May 2025www.downeychurch.org

Mom's are a blessing. Join us this Sabbath as we study several stories of mothers who exhibited love, sacrifice, and persistence in the Bible.Downey Adventist Church SermonThey Gave Everything Chris Famisaran10 May 2025www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3RW4ZSMPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

Do you find it natural to gain & keep friendships? While friendships may be a blessing, they do not happen or thrive without intentionality. This week, we'll be learning the importance of being a faithful steward of friendships.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Care and Feeding of Our Friends Bill Aumack and Chris Famisaran03 May 2025www.downeychurch.org

The Bible talks about Angels, but how much do we really know about them? Bill leads us in this discussion.Downey Adventist Church SermonAngels, They're Not What You ThinkBill Aumack 26 April 2025www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/42w98TIPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

When you reflect on the resurrection of Jesus, does it move you? This special Easter Sabbath, we will look to Jesus and His resurrection, and its impact on the world, and how you share its power with others.Downey Adventist Church SermonGo And Tell Chris Famisaran 19 April 2025www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4jG1hbUPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

Over the last 6 weeks, we have journeyed together on how to build healthy relationships, and how to become leaders everywhere we go. This week we will share some of the lessons learned along the way from the stories and conversations we have experienced, culminating in a family potluck meal after the service.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Relationship Blueprint series Celebration Sabbath Chris Famisaran 12 April 2025www.downeychurch.org

Who is someone that you trust and would follow? Can anyone lead? Over the last 5 weeks, we have been building the foundation principles for leadership. Jesus desired that we share the gospel to all the world, and to do so will require it's followers to lead. This week we apply all of the previous lessons in a practical application of what it looks like to lead at church, our home, and essentially wherever we go.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Relationship Blueprint series week 6Go and LeadChris Famisaran 05 April 2025www.downeychurch.orgOnline sermon notes: https://bit.ly/41YaPZHPowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.

Who in your life is someone who had a large influence on you? It could be a parent or a family member, or a teacher, or a friend. Role models are important and play a pivotal role in helping shape who you are, and the relationships around you. This week we will look to the Bible and learn how we can be a positive influence in our relationships.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Relationship Blueprint series week 5Who's Got Your Ear?Chris Famisaran 29 March 2025www.downeychurch.org

Who has shown you trust, and given you great responsibility? On the flip side have you ever lost trust in someone? Trust is something we hold in high value. What do we do when someone has broken that trust, or how do we regain it? This week we'll be looking at several stories from scripture to build and repair trust.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Relationship Blueprint series week 4Trust Issues?Chris Famisaran 22 March 2025www.downeychurch.org

Who in your life has shown you respect? Respect is key in building healthy relationships from both giving and receiving respect. This week we will be looking at several stories of how we practically show respect, and what to do when others are disrespectful.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Relationship Blueprint series week 3Why Should I Give You Respect?Bill Aumack15 March 2025www.downeychurch.org

Who in your life took the time to listen and show kindness? A simple act of kindness can change someone's life. This week we will explore several examples of caring for others through kindness and compassion.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Relationship Blueprint series week 2All 4 OneChris Famisaran08 March 2025www.downeychurch.org

Relationships are fundamental to life. This coming Sabbath we begin a new small group series called The Relationship Blueprint. To kick off the series, our first key component of healthy relationships will be listening. We'll be looking to scripture to see how Jesus built relationships by listening to others.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Relationship Blueprint series week 1ShhhChris Famisaran01 March 2025www.downeychurch.org