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This one week series walks us through the life of Joseph in Genesis 37-45. Through it, we are able to see the remarkable providence of God.
Big Idea: In this series for Advent, we will explore the first chapter of the Gospel of John. What did it mean for God to take on human flesh and walk among us? As we grow in understanding, our hearts will become more prepared for the Christmas holiday and for an encounter, once again, with the living God. This Week Text: John 1:9–13, 29–34 Topics: Adoption, Forgiveness, Faith Big Idea of the Message: Through Jesus God gives us forgiveness. Application Point: Why not ask for God's forgiveness for Christmas this year?
Big Idea: In this series for Advent, we will explore the first chapter of the Gospel of John. What did it mean for God to take on human flesh and walk among us? As we grow in understanding, our hearts will become more prepared for the Christmas holiday and for an encounter, once again, with the living God. This Week: Text: John 1:14–18 Topics: Incarnation, Grace, Worship Big Idea of the Message: The incarnation was the first gift of Christmas Application Point: Have you received God's gift of grace in your everyday life?
This Week, we wrap up our series on the Shema. What does it mean to love the Lord with all our strength? Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Topics: All In, Muchness, Me'od Big Idea of the Message: Love for God isn't something we should meter out.
Big Idea of the Series: This series looks at the Shema in Deuteronomy 6 and unpacks the call to God's people then and today to honor God and love him with all our heart, soul, and strength. This Week: Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Topic(s): Soul, Nephesh, Being, Living It Out Big Idea of the Message: If we are to live our lives as God intends, our lives must represent the call he has on us. Come join us for services every Sunday at 10:00 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live `Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
Big Idea of the Series: This series looks at the Shema in Deuteronomy 6 and unpacks the call to God's people then and today to honor God and love him with all our heart, soul, and strength. This Week: Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Topic(s): Heart, Source, Life, Jesus, Commitment Big Idea of the Message: If we are to live our lives as God intends, our hearts must be focused on the Lord, and Him alone.
Big Idea of the Series: This series looks at the Shema in Deuteronomy 6 and unpacks the call to God's people then and today to honor God and love him with all our heart, soul, and strength. This Week: Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Topic(s): Unity, Uniqueness of God Big Idea of the Message: If we are to live our lives as God intends, then we must begin by living under God's authority through honoring his unique status.
Big Idea of the Series: This series looks at the Shema in Deuteronomy 6 and unpacks the call to God's people then and today to honor God and love him with all our heart, soul, and strength. This Week: Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Matthew 22:34–40 Topic(s): Listening, Responding, Loving God Big Idea of the Message: If we are to live our lives as God intends, then we must begin by living under God's authority through honoring his unique status.
Gretna Member and Guest Speaker Gregory Cloninger brings us a message of hope, mercy, and grace.
This is an episode you DON'T want to miss! Mark & Kathy Fulton update us on their work, the trials Haiti is facing, and the presence of God among all of it.
Big Idea of the Series: Paul's letter to the Galatian church is perhaps one of the most important letters for the church. This five-week series will look at its importance and theological relevance for our faith and life today. Specifically, we will look at the sweeping vision of grace that Paul lays out in this letter. Text: Galatians 5:26-6:5 Topics: Ego, Obstacles, Unity, Grace Big Idea of the Message: Whether we realize it or not, sometimes our ego keeps the Kingdom of God from flourishing
Big Idea of the Series: Paul's letter to the Galatian church is perhaps one of the most important letters for the church. This five-week series will look at its importance and theological relevance for our faith and life today. Specifically, we will look at the sweeping vision of grace that Paul lays out in this letter. Text: Galatians 4:1–7 Topics: Adoption, Grace, Belonging Big Idea of the Message: God has brought us into his household. Application Point: You are a son or daughter of God, and everything is okay between you two! Are you living your daily life like that is true?
Big Idea of the Series: Paul's letter to the Galatian church is perhaps one of the most important letters for the church. This five-week series will look at its importance and theological relevance for our faith and life today. Specifically, we will look at the sweeping vision of grace that Paul lays out in this letter. Text: Galatians 2:15–21 Topics: Faith Alone, Justification Big Idea of the Message: We are justified by faith in Christ and nothing else. Application Point: Are the challenges and decisions in your daily life clarified and guided by the faith you have in Christ, or do you act as though you can somehow earn his favor by doing "all the right things"?
If you have ever thought reading scripture isn't for you, Nita might change your mind! God reveals himself to us in His word, and tells us more about ourselves than we could possibly imagine.
Guest Speaker - Nita Wikinson Text: Philippians 3:3-11 This week, author & speaker Nita Wikinson challenges our tendency to seek comfort even when God is calling us to be bold & even AUDACIOUS in living out our faith in Jesus Christ. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
Big Idea of the Series: Paul's letter to the Galatian church is perhaps one of the most important letters for the church. This five-week series will look at its importance and theological relevance for our faith and life today. Specifically, we will look at the sweeping vision of grace that Paul lays out in this letter. Text: Galatians 1:1–10 Topics: The Gospel, Leadership Big Idea of the Message: The message of the gospel is of the utmost importance. Application Point: Paul's passion reveals that the gospel is what he cares about most. If someone were to gauge what you care about most based on how much passion you have for it, what would they come up with?
Big Idea of the Series: The Old Testament points us to Jesus Christ. The Psalms are especially full of passages that point the reader to Jesus and show up time and time again in the New Testament. These prophetic words of the Psalms speak to many aspects of Jesus's life, including his death and final exaltation. Text: Psalm 22:1–31 Topic(s): Jesus's Suffering and Glory, Atonement Big Idea of the Message: Psalm 22 shows us the suffering and glory of Jesus as the Messiah. Application Point: Take time to mediate on Psalm 22 this week, and journal about the atonement and what it means for your life.
Big Idea of the Series: The Old Testament points us to Jesus Christ. The Psalms are especially full of passages that point the reader to Jesus and show up time and time again in the New Testament. These prophetic words of the Psalms speak to many aspects of Jesus's life, including his death and final exaltation. This Week: Text: Psalm 98:1–9 Topic(s): New Song, Christ's First and Second Comings Big Idea of the Message: Psalm 98 celebrates Jesus's first coming and anticipates a day when we will celebrate his second coming.
Big Idea of the Series: The Old Testament points us to Jesus Christ. The Psalms are especially full of passages that point the reader to Jesus and show up time and time again in the New Testament. These prophetic words of the Psalms speak to many aspects of Jesus's life, including his death and final exaltation. Text: Psalm 23:1–6; John 10:1–18 Topic(s): Jesus the Good Shepherd Big Idea of the Message: Jesus is the Good Shepherd, and we are his sheep.
Big Idea of the Series: The Old Testament points us to Jesus Christ. The Psalms are especially full of passages that point the reader to Jesus and show up time and time again in the New Testament. These prophetic words of the Psalms speak to many aspects of Jesus's life, including his death and final exaltation. Text: Psalm 1:1-6 Topic(s): Jesus as the Source of Blessedness Big Idea of the Message: Read through Psalm 1 again, thinking of it as a description of Jesus. Which of Jesus's good habits described there can you let rub off on you this week?
Big Idea of the Series: The Old Testament points us to Jesus Christ. The Psalms are especially full of passages that point the reader to Jesus and show up time and time again in the New Testament. These prophetic words of the Psalms speak to many aspects of Jesus's life, including his death and final exaltation. Text: Psalm 110:1–7 Topic(s): Jesus as King, Jesus as Priest, Jesus as Savior, Jesus as Everything Big Idea of the Message: Identify the areas of your life that you consider “your own,” the areas that you like to have control over. In what ways can you surrender these areas of control to Christ the King?
Shannon is Director of the Logan County Faith Coalition, a long time officer with Bellefontaine Schools, a Counselor, author, and radio personality.
Guest speaker Gregory Cloninger shares his story of recovery and how the first three steps of recovery can help all of us.
The Book of Hebrews: This six-week series charts a course through the book of Hebrews, describing the sufficiency of Christ as God's revelation, high priest, sacrifice, and giver of faith. Rather than looking to other things, people, or feelings to bring us meaning and redemption, we must look to Jesus. Text: Hebrews 13:1–8 Topic: Hospitality, Contentment Big Idea of the Message: Discontentment with Jesus alone keeps us from demonstrating the love He calls us to. more @ www.gretna.life
The Book of Hebrews: This six-week series charts a course through the book of Hebrews, describing the sufficiency of Christ as God's revelation, high priest, sacrifice, and giver of faith. Rather than looking to other things, people, or feelings to bring us meaning and redemption, we must look to Jesus. Text: Hebrews 12:1-3 Topic: Endurance, Salvation, Finishing the Race Big Idea of the Message: We must persevere in our faith, and our lives will reflect our salvation. more @ www.gretna.life
The Book of Hebrews: This six-week series charts a course through the book of Hebrews, describing the sufficiency of Christ as God's revelation, high priest, sacrifice, and giver of faith. Rather than looking to other things, people, or feelings to bring us meaning and redemption, we must look to Jesus. Text: Hebrews 11:1–40 Topic: Faith Big Idea of the Message: Faith goes beyond mental assent; it is an active confidence in what God will do. more @ www.gretna.life
The Book of Hebrews: This six-week series charts a course through the book of Hebrews, describing the sufficiency of Christ as God's revelation, high priest, sacrifice, and giver of faith. Rather than looking to other things, people, or feelings to bring us meaning and redemption, we must look to Jesus. Text: Hebrews 5:11-6:12 Topic: Maturity, Spritual Infancy, Growing Faith Big Idea of the Message: We must grow in our walk with Christ and lead others to grow as believers. more @ www.gretna.life
The Book of Hebrews: This six-week series charts a course through the book of Hebrews, describing the sufficiency of Christ as God's revelation, high priest, sacrifice, and giver of faith. Rather than looking to other things, people, or feelings to bring us meaning and redemption, we must look to Jesus. Text: Hebrews 4:14–16 Topic: High Priest, Mediator Big Idea of the Message: Jesus is the only mediator between God and humanity. more @ www.gretna.life
The Book of Hebrews: This six-week series charts a course through the book of Hebrews, describing the sufficiency of Christ as God's revelation, high priest, sacrifice, and giver of faith. Rather than looking to other things, people, or feelings to bring us meaning and redemption, we must look to Jesus. Text: Hebrews 1:1–14 Topic: Supremacy of Jesus, Divinity of Jesus, Revelation Big Idea of the Message: Jesus is above all and is the full revelation of God. more @ www.gretna.life
Faith During Faithlessness: This series will consider six people in the book of 2 Kings who chose to remain with God - or, in some cases, to turn away from Him - in a time when society around them was anything BUT faithful. This Week: Text: 2 Kings 22 & 23 Topic(s): Renewal, Revival, Trust, Obedience Big Idea of the Message: God's calling in our lives will have impact on those around us and those yet to come. The most important lesson we can learn in life is to serve God with abandon so that he can be honored regardless of what the outcome may be. Come join us for services every Sunday at 10:00 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
Faith During Faithlessness: This series will consider six people in the book of 2 Kings who chose to remain with God - or, in some cases, to turn away from Him - in a time when society around them was anything BUT faithful. This Week: Text: 2 Kings 18:1–12; 19:14–19 Topic(s): Faithfulness to God's Calling, Dependence on God, Wisdom, Wealth, Possessions Big Idea of the Message: Trust of and obedience to God are the keys to answering life's greatest challenges. Come join us for services every Sunday at 10:00 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
Faith During Faithlessness: This series will consider six people in the book of 2 Kings who chose to remain with God - or, in some cases, to turn away from Him - in a time when society around them was anything BUT faithful. Topic(s): Fear, Worship, Trust Big Idea of the Message: The line between worshiping God and other gods can be easily crossed when we fail to commit fully to trusting him. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
Faith During Faithlessness: This series will consider six people in the book of 2 Kings who chose to remain with God - or, in some cases, to turn away from Him - in a time when society around them was anything BUT faithful. This Week: King Joash Text: 2 Kings 11:21-12:5, 2 Chronicles 24:15-19 Topic(s): Maturity, Faithfulness, Accountability Big Idea of the Message: God calls us to examine the things we consider important in our lives and take measures to correct wrong priorities. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
Faith During Faithlessness: This series will consider six people in the book of 2 Kings who chose to remain with God - or, in some cases, to turn away from Him - in a time when society around them was anything BUT faithful. This Week: King Jehu Text: 2 Kings 9:1-13 Topic(s): Justice, Promises, Retribution Big Idea of the Message: Jehu would become God's tool for addressing the wickedness of King Ahab's family. What does that mean for us? Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
Faith During Faithlessness: This series will consider six people in the book of 2 Kings who chose to remain with God - or, in some cases, to turn away from Him - in a time when society around them was anything BUT faithful. Text: 2 Kings 2:1–14 Topic(s): Transition, Loss, God's Authority Big Idea of the Message: When God calls us to his purposes he will empower us to fullfill them...but first we have to choose to embrace the mission.
The Book of Luke - This nine-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. Text: Luke 24:13–35 Topics: Resurrection, Emmaus, Scripture Big Idea of the Message: The resurrection of Jesus brings meaning to the meaningless. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live `Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/ #GretnaLife #GretnaBrethrenChurch #GoodNews
The Book of Luke - This nine-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. Text: Luke 23:32–43 Topics: Crucifixion, Grace, Faith Big Idea of the Message: No matter what you have done, it is never too late to believe and be saved. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live `Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/
The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. Text: Luke 19:1–10 Topics: Theft, Reconciliation, Salvation Big Idea of the Message: God came to seek and save the lost. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live `Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/
The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. Text: Luke 16:19–31 Topics: Values, Judgment, Kindgom Big Idea of the Message: Who is really in charge of our lives on earth affects our life in the next world. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live `Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/gretnalife/
Guest Speaker - Andy Keck, Director of Development, Riverside Christian Schools. The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. Text: Luke 17:11-19 Topics: Samaritan, Leper, Gratitude Big Idea of the Message: We are called to see and love everyone.
The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. Text: Luke 17:11-19 Topics: Samaritan, Leper, Gratitude Big Idea of the Message: We are called to see and love everyone.
The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. Text: Luke 8:1–3; Luke 21:1-4 Topics: Women, Uplift, Valuable Big Idea of the Message: Jesus doesn't get credit for something He absolutely should: lifting up woman as key characters in His story, even if society does not.
The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. This Week: Luke 18:1-8 Topics: Prayer, Trust, Perseverance Big Idea of the Message: Jesus embodied a life of prayer.
The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. This Week: Luke 2:1–20 Topics: Nativity, Incarnation, Christmas Big Idea of the Message: The nativity story shows us that in Jesus we should expect the unexpected.
The Book of Luke - This ten-week series examines a number of unique passages in the book Luke, helping us to better understand Jesus' work and ministry. We'll learn how the Nativity teaches us to expect the unexpected with God. We'll see the centrality of prayer in the life and ministry of Jesus, The special place for women among his followers, and the way Jesus saw and loved those society ignored or despised. We'll discover the lessons found in the stories Jesus told: the prodigal son and the rich man and Lazarus. We'll discover the centrality and redeeming power of the grace of God Finally, we will end with the glorious promise found in Jesus's resurrection. This Week: Luke 1:1-4
Part of our ongoing series 'This Is My Story', a friend of Gretna's shares of God's work in his life. We hope it will encourage and inspire. Come join us for services every Sunday at 9:45 AM! http://www.gretna.life/live `Visit Our Website! www.gretnalife.com
Week 6 of 6 This six-week series looks at the complementary historical books Ezra and Nehemiah. Sometimes called “the new exodus,” the return of the Jews from exile to the promised land offers us many relevant lessons today about the nature of God and the gospel. This Week: Nehemiah 13
Week 5 of 6 This six-week series looks at the complementary historical books Ezra and Nehemiah. Sometimes called “the new exodus,” the return of the Jews from exile to the promised land offers us many relevant lessons today about the nature of God and the gospel. This Week: Ezra 7-8; Nehemiah 5
Week 4 of 6 This six-week series looks at the complementary historical books Ezra and Nehemiah. Sometimes called “the new exodus,” the return of the Jews from exile to the promised land offers us many relevant lessons today about the nature of God and the gospel. This Week: Ezra 4, Nehemiah 4,6
Week 3 of 6 This six-week series looks at the complementary historical books Ezra and Nehemiah. Sometimes called “the new exodus,” the return of the Jews from exile to the promised land offers us many relevant lessons today about the nature of God and the gospel. This Week: Ezra 3, Nehemiah 9
Week 2 of 6 This six-week series looks at the complementary historical books Ezra and Nehemiah. Sometimes called “the new exodus,” the return of the Jews from exile to the promised land offers us many relevant lessons today about the nature of God and the gospel. This Week: Ezra 2, Nehemiah 3