PodCast - Hillside Assembly

From Barren to Breakthrough (week 9) Today's Big Idea: Even in the most barren and lawless times, God is still working behind the scenes to birth deliverance. What looks dead and hopeless can still give life when God steps in.God Plants Miracles in Barren PlacesBarrenness = shame, hopelessness, but God works there.God's miracles often start where human strength ends.Barrenness is not the end—it's God's beginning.God's Word Always Comes with PurposeGod never speaks without a plan.His Word gives direction and boundaries to protect the blessing.From Barrenness to BreakthroughFamily Discussion QuestionsSeeing God's Miracles in Unexpected Places: Can you think of a time when something good came out of a situation that seemed impossible or hopeless? How might God have been at work behind the scenes?God's Word Has a Purpose: The angel told Manoah's wife exactly what to do so God's plan would succeed. Are there areas in your life where following God's instructions might bring a breakthrough?Barren Seasons Can Produce Growth: When life feels “dry” or empty, what are some ways we can trust God is planting something new? How can our family encourage each other during these times?Looking for Breakthrough Together: What is one area in our family's life or in each of our personal lives where we need God to bring a breakthrough? How can we pray together about it this week?Faith Over Fear: The Israelites were living under fear and oppression, but God still had a plan. How can we choose faith instead of fear in difficult situations today?

Desperation, Deliverance, Deals & Devastation (week 8) Don't Sacrifice Your family At The Altar of MinistryDesperationDeliveranceDealsDevastation Family Follow-Up QuestionsDesperation: Can you think of a time when life felt really hard? How did it help you rely on God more?Deliverance: God sometimes uses unexpected people or situations to help us. Who in your life has been a surprising source of encouragement or help?Deals: How do you know when it's time to try to make peace or when it's time to take action? How can your family pray for wisdom in those situations?Devastation: Are there relationships or people in your life that need your attention and love? What is one way you can show care for your family this week?

The Armor of God (week 7)

Jonah (week 6) Jonah 1-4Is any outlaw or frontier town too lawless for God?God will always save the repentant outlaw.

Lawless: Outnumbered But Not Out Gunned (week 5)Big Idea: God doesn't need big numbers or strong people - He just needs willing hearts. God Shrinks the Odds to Show His PowerGod Prepares Us Before the BattleGod Wins Battles His Way Family Discussion Questions:What's a time when you felt outnumbered but saw God come through?Why do you think God sometimes lets our “army” shrink before the victory?How can we build our faith like Gideon did — before the battle even starts?Who can we encourage this week to remind them that God's power is greater than the odds?

Lawless: From Coward to Cowboy (week 4)The Sheriff Sees the Deputy You Could BeGod sees in you what you can't see in yourself.Questions Around The CampfireGod is patient with our questions.Breaking The MustangGod prepares us before he uses us. Family Discussion Questions:Why was Gideon hiding at the beginning of the story?What did God call Gideon — even before he believed it?What small thing do you think God might be asking you to do this week?How does it help to know God might be asking you to do this week?

Lawless: Bold Faith & Obedience Stand Out In Lawless Times (week 3)Big Idea: God calls both men and women to step up and serve, and He wins the battles we can't.God's Call to Deborah: God Calls Women to MinistryGod's Call to Barak: God Calls Men to MinistryMen and Women Are Called to Work and Minister Together Family Discussion Questions What made Deborah such a strong leader during a tough time?Why do you think Barak was afraid to go alone?Have you ever been scared to do something God asked you to do?What does it mean that “the battle belongs to the Lord”?How can men and women serve together in the church today

Lawless: The Left-handed Law Man (week 2)Big Idea: God's deliverance may not come how we expect — but it always comes on time.The Big Boss of MoabThe Unlikely Hero - EhudThe Showdown, Escape and Victory Family Discussion QuestionsWhat surprised you the most about the story of Ehud? (For younger kids: What part was the most exciting or unexpected?) Ehud wasn't a likely hero—but God still used him in a big way. Why do you think God chose someone left-handed?Have you ever felt like Ehud—different, overlooked, or not the “right” person for the job? (Parents: Share your own experience, too!) What does this story teach us about how God sees us?Can you remember the 4-part cycle the Israelites kept repeating? (Encourage kids to say them out loud: Rebellion → Retribution → Repentance → Restoration) Which part of the cycle do you think is the hardest for people today?What should we do when we feel stuck, like the Israelites did under King Eglon? How can we ask God for help in our own lives?Who is your King? Judges 21:25 reminds us that when there's no king, people do whatever they want. Why is it better to follow Jesus as our King instead of trying to lead ourselves?

Lawless: Welcome to the Wild West (week 1)The ProblemThe Cycle of Sin in JudgesGod's Deputies - JudgesThe Difference Jesus MakesOur Fight Today Family Discussion Questions Remembering God: The Israelites forgot God and kept repeating the same mistakes. What are some ways your family can remember God each day so you don't get stuck in the same “cycle of sin”?Being Deputies: Jesus calls us to be His deputies today. How can your family share what Jesus is doing in your lives with others this week? Choices Matter: Just like the peanut butter sandwich story, our choices can lead to the same results over and over. What are some choices your family can make this week that honor Jesus instead of just doing what seems right to you?

Storm Proof: Brave the Waves (week 5)W.A.V.E.S. WordsApproach Voices Expectations ShameB.R.A.V.E.BreatheRememberAskVisualizeElevate

Storm Proof: After the Storm (week 4)Storms don't cancel your calling.You may lose the ship but not your destiny and calling.What survives the storm is what matters most.How to Rebuild After the StormStop focusing on what you lost for a moment… Inventory what you still have.Rebuild on God's Word.Rebuild in God's Presence.Rebuild with God's People.Rebuild for God's Purpose

Storm Proof: When the Storm is Your Fault (week 3)Don't Be A Storm ChaserGod Uses Storms to Bring us Back, Not Destroy us.Repentance Redirects the Ship of Your LifeAre You Storm Chasing? - SurveyAre You Ignoring God's Voice?Are You Making Decisions in Anger or Pride?Are You Refusing to Forgive?Are You Making Unwise Financial Choices?Are You in a Toxic Relationship?Are You Neglecting Healthy Boundaries?Are You Deceiving Yourself?

Storm Proof: Finding God in the Chaos (week 2)The Storms Come Even When You're With JesusPanic Makes Us Question God's CareJesus Speaks Peace Before He Speaks CalmFaith Anchors Us In The Storm

Storm Proof: Built on the Rock (week 1)Isaiah 43:2 (NIV) "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned."

Vision Sunday - Joshua 1Problem #1 - Spiritual and Practical Challenges for families in churchProblem #2 - Why kids are leaving the church as teenagersProblem #3 - The mainstream acceptance of false teachers in the church Changing the Culture at Hillside Launching Sunday, September 14This fall, we're embracing a new rhythm as a church—one that creates space for growth, deeper relationships, and spiritual renewal. We believe with the help of the Holy Spirit, we can take meaningful steps toward a healthier church culture.

Graduating Through Gratitude

The Last Words

Jesus: Victim or Victor?

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 21

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups — Week 20: Thankfulness

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups — Week 19: Backstop to Relapse

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 18: Breakthrough

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 17: Forgiving What We Can't Forget Part 3

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 16: Forgiving What You Can't Forget Part 2

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 15: Forgiving When You Can't Forget Part 1

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 14: Amends

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 13: Ready

Breaking Through Hurts, Habits, & Hangups - Week 12: Confess