Downey Seventh-day Adventist Church

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

Today we are fortunate to have our new president of the Southern CA Conference Elder John Cress come and share about Grace. Grace is the word the Scripture uses to describe God's radical commitment to rescue and restore a people for himself with whom he will reign for eternity. Learn how grace impacts our life.Downey Adventist Church SermonWaves of GraceJohn Cress22 February 2025www.downeychurch.org

Last week we explored the importance of worshipping together as a church family. This week Bill leads as we look at the various forms of worship, and how we can use the talents God gives us for worship.Downey Adventist Church SermonThe Various Arts of WorshipAnchored in Worship series week #315 February 2025www.downeychurch.org

Over the years I have been asked is it really important to worship together? And I resoundingly say yes. One key aspect of the unity of a church is through worship. This coming Sabbath we'll be looking at several passages in the Bible about the blessing of communal worship.Downey Adventist Church SermonCommunal WorshipAnchored in Worship series week #208 February 2025www.downeychurch.org

One of the key components of a follower of Jesus is worship. Some may ask how do I worship God personally? As a parent, how do I teach my kids to worship? This coming Sabbath we'll discover the importance of worship individually, and how we can build up our faith as a family unit. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Personal & Family Worship Anchored in Worship series week #1 01 February 2025 www.downeychurch.org

This coming Sabbath we will have the opportunity to hear from Elder Royal Harrison our new VP of the Southern CA Conference. Downey Adventist Church Sermon The Nature of Man Royal Harrison 25 January 2025 www.downeychurch.org

When you think of the word surrendering, what comes to mind? To follow Jesus means you will have to surrender. This coming Sabbath we'll take a look at what it means to follow Jesus and surrender our will and desires for a better life. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Give It Up Christ Centered series Week 3 Bill Aumack 18 January 2025 www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever been frustrated with somebody or question why they do the things that they do? Jesus also says to love your neighbor. This week we will look at several examples of how Jesus loved and treated others with compassion, and empathy. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Loving Others through Jesus' Eyes Christ Centered series Week 2 Chris Famisaran 11 January 2025 www.downeychurch.org

What do you value most in your walk with Christ? Do you value prayer? How often do you pray, and listen with intentionality? To kick off 2025, we will begin a series on being Christ-centered and the importance of being rooted in prayer, both personally and to those around you. Downey Adventist Church Sermon The Open Door Christ Centered series Week 1 Chris Famisaran 04 January 2025 www.downeychurch.org

Holy Moments: Power Of A Memory To conclude our Holy Moment's series, we'll be focusing on God's promises through scripture that pointed to Jesus as the Messiah and why we can have peace through Him. We'll also participate as a church family in communion. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Power of Memory Holy Moments series Week 4 Chris Famisaran 28 December 2024 www.downeychurch.org

When the angels announced to the shepherds of Jesus birth, they moved without hesitation to share the good news of the Messiah's arrival. This week we'll will dive deeper and learn that we can move in faith without hesitation. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Fear Not Holy Moments series Week 3 Chris Famisaran 21 December 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed the only thing you could do was surrender to God in faith? This week Bill be looking at the story of Jesus mother, when she was approached by God's messenger and tasted with the responsibility of raising the Son of God. Downey Adventist Church Sermon User Agreement Holy Moments series Week 2 Bill Aumack 14 December 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever been given a difficult assignment that you did not feel qualified for, and deep down you wanted to say no? This week we'll be looking studying the story of Joseph, a man of deep faith assigned to care and raise the Son of God. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Don't Look Back Holy Moments series Chris Famisaran 07 December 2024 www.downeychurch.org

From Pastor Chris How to Measure Time? 04 December 2024 Downey Adventist Church www.downeychurch.org

What are you thankful and grateful for? In honor of Thanksgiving, we will be looking at several psalms and stories where God's people show gratitude and Thanksgiving. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving Chris Famisaran 30 November 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Just as we learned from our previous series in Daniel that God is sovereign, God is also our advocate. We can trust that God will be faithful. To close our series out we see that Job will finally find answers that he has been looking for. Downey Adventist Church Sermon God's Vindication Job: A View From The Ashes series Chris Famisaran 16 November 2024 www.downeychurch.org

There are two sides to every coin. Often we only see one side and assume that is the correct side. This week we look at Zophar's perspective and how he believes that Job has a decision to make, admit his guilt & seek redemption, or suffer and die. Zophar had good intentions however we will be learning more helpful ways to approach others with compassion. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Two Sides For Every Coin Job: A View From The Ashes series Bill Aumack 09 November 2024 www.downeychurch.org

Have you ever been unfairly blamed for something that you did not do? As we continue through the book of Job, we find that Job's friend, Bildad, believes that Job is culpable for the horrible things in his life. This week we will continue to see that rushing to judgment is unhelpful and that God is faithful. Downey Adventist Church Sermon Kick Them While They Are Down Job: A View From The Ashes series Chris Famisaran 02 November 2024 www.downeychurch.org