Weekly Sermons for Seaside Church located in Bremerton, WA.
What is the source of conflict between Christians?-The war within (internal): Taking pleasure in what I want vs. what God wants.-Desires (lust): Strong craving for that which we don't have.-Friendship with the world: Adultery against GodWhat is the solution to conflict between Christians?1. Turn to God-Submit to God-Resist the devil (and he will flee)-Draw near to God (and he will draw near)-Cleanse hands/ purify hearts-Grieve our selfishness and jealousy-Approach God with humility (and he will lift you up) 2. Stop Criticizing Others-Trust God as Judge-Start loving others
James' burning question: Who's really got life figured out?Two Ways of Living:According to the world (3:14-16)-Source: Earthly, unspiritual, demonic, false -What it looks like: Bitter jealousy, selfish ambition, boasting, deceitfulness-The result: Disorder, every vile practiceAccording to wisdom (3:17-18)-Source: From above, from God (Father, Son, Spirit), true-What it looks like: Humbleness, purity, peacemaking, gentleness, submissiveness, mercifulness, fruitfulness, impartiality, genuineness-The result: Peace, a harvest of righteousnessLife-giving living in Christian community (the Church)Life-giving living in the world
On behalf of the elders, Pastor Jon shares an update regarding the challenging financial situation we are in.
ZOMBIE FAITH (dead, useless, foolish faith)-James: The Uselessness of Faith Without Works (James 2:14-26)-Paul: The Futility of Works Without Faith (Ephesians 2:1-10)LIFE-GIVING FAITH-Life-giving faith for anyone! [from Abraham ---> Rahab] -Life-giving faith (2:14-26) meets life-giving religion (1:27) -Faith that gives life to the least, last, and lost. -Faith that gives life to our own lives.
Showing partiality contradicts faith in Jesus.-It contradicts the fact that God is a good judge & we are not (2:4-7)-It contradicts the royal law of love (2:8)Loving (all) our neighbors is consistent with faith in Jesus.-What is “agape" love? “seeking the well-being of others regardless of their response.”-Who are my neighbors? Anyone we come across, especially those in need. (Luke 10:30-37)-In loving our enemies: “Mercy triumphs over judgement.” (2:13)
The proverb at the heart of life-giving religion (1:19)-Slow to anger (20)-Slow to speak (26)-Quick to listen (21-25, 27) -Listen to what? The word of life (Jesus) -What does quick to listen look like? -Ongoing repentance -Active listening -Doing what Jesus says to do
Three Themes Throughout James:1. TRIALS & TEMPTATIONS-See them as opportunities for growth (1:2-4)-Keep the goal in mind (1:12)-Don't blame God (1:13-15)-Trust in God's goodness (1:16-18)2. WISDOM & SPEECH-Ask and trust God to give us the wisdom we need (1:5-8)3. POVERTY & WEALTH-Remember the withering nature of financial wealth. [1:10-11]-Celebrate the lasting nature of spiritual riches (available to all!) in Christ. [1:12]
Saul's tragic response to God's grace serves as a dual warning for us1. Saul is the type of leader we want but don't need2. Following God in the way we want isn't Godly
Our King Jesus...1. Meets us in our distress2. Remains faithful when we are not3. Uses weakness for God's mighty work4. Does what God says, always5. Rescues and restores us completely6. Shares generously in the Spoils
God thwarts our belief that we are in control of the outcomes of life by:- allowing desperate situations- refusing to act as our assistant- intervening miraculouslyThings we can do about the desperate situations in front of us: - Understand they are normal- Cry out to God for help- Prepare ourselves with hopeful truth- Seek help from your communityThings we can do about our desire to control outcomes:- Be honest about our motivations- Acknowledge our limitations & God's omnipotence- Trust in the goodness of GodHow to think about miraculous interventions:- Ask for and believe in God to perform miracles- Acknowledge God's power over all things- Look for God to work in ways we didn't expect
Note: Our video feed went out in the gathering, but we were able to capture sound and slides.
What does it look like to trust God's plan when evil seems to be winning? Trust in God's deliverance [1 Cor. 15:24-26]1. Grieve what God grieves [Ps. 139:19-24]2. Love what God loves [Matt. 5:43-48]3. Do what God says [1 Peter 3:8-12]
Listen is as we wrap up our brief summer 2025 Psalms Sermon Series by hearing from three Seasiders about how a particular Psalm has impacted them.
God is our Refuge1. Run to God alone (1, 5, 8)2. Rest in God's nearness (1, 5, 8, 11)3. Recall God's power and love (11-12)
Structure of 1 Samuel 24:-Saul's vulnerability to David (1-7) -David's testimony of innocence (8-15) -Saul's recognition of David's innocence (16-22)Takeaways from 1 Samuel 24:• David, the king, trusts in God • Jesus is our ultimate king • We need to trust God like Jesus/DavidPsalm 57 themes: • Reliance on God for safety • Trust in God's plan • Protection against enemies • Peace despite chaos • Worship and praise of God
Flourishing Through Chaos takes:A ROOTED RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD-Trust in the Lord -Abide with the Lord-Obey the LordGENUINE FRIENDSHIPS WITH OTHERS-Christ-centered focus-Long-term commitment
Description:Vignette 1: @ Nob (21:1-9)Vignette 2 @ Gath (21:10-15)Vignette 3@ Caves & Moab (21:16-22:5)When Life Gives You Lemons:1. Remember you are not alone. 2. Entrust yourself to God. 3. Act wisely & innocently
What Makes a True Friend?1. God-Centeredness2. Loyal Love (Unconditional love, generosity, & enduring commitment)3. Unswerving Courage4. Profound Devotion
Saul's Demise: The increasing isolation of self-preservation. David's Rise: The growing coalition of relying on the Lord's salvation.
-FINANCE UPDATE-WIL COMMITTEE UPDATE-SEASIDEYOUTH UPDATE- Noah's sabbatical, SeasideYouth over the summer-COMMUNITY GROUPS UPDATES-CHURCH PLANT UPDATES- Lamech/ Grace Reformed, Acts29
“[David v. Goliath is about] the awesome power of a life built around bold faith in the Lord.” -Robert BergenThe heart of a true champion:-Bold Faith in the Lord-Wholehearted abandon to the Lord
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