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Big Idea: God is even working in the small stuff!Esther 2:1-14I. Better to choose wisely than regret badly. Esther 2:1-4Some time later, when King Ahasuerus's rage had cooled down, he remembered Vashti, what she had done, and what was decided against her. The king's personal attendants suggested, “Let a search be made for beautiful young virgins for the king. Let the king appoint commissioners in each province of his kingdom, so that they may gather all the beautiful young virgins to the harem at the fortress of Susa. Put them under the supervision of Hegai, the king's eunuch, keeper of the women, and give them the required beauty treatments. Then the young woman who pleases the king will become queen instead of Vashti.” This suggestion pleased the king, and he did accordingly.II. God can construct an epic story from your worst moments. Esther 2:5-7In the fortress of Susa, there was a Jewish man named Mordecai son of Jair, son of Shimei, son of Kish, a Benjaminite. Kish had been taken into exile from Jerusalem with the other captives when King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon took King Jeconiah of Judah into exile. Mordecai was the legal guardian of his cousin Hadassah (that is, Esther), because she had no father or mother. The young woman had a beautiful figure and was extremely good-looking. When her father and mother died, Mordecai had adopted her as his own daughter.III. Find God's favor in any circumstance.  Esther 2:8-9When the king's command and edict became public knowledge and when many young women were gathered at the fortress of Susa under Hegai's supervision, Esther was taken to the palace, into the supervision of Hegai, keeper of the women. The young woman pleased him and gained his favor so that he accelerated the process of the beauty treatments and the special diet that she received. He assigned seven hand-picked female servants to her from the palace and transferred her and her servants to the harem's best quarters.IV. Borrow wisdom carefully, and share it generously.   Esther 2:10-14Esther did not reveal her ethnicity or her family background, because Mordecai had ordered her not to make them known. Every day Mordecai took a walk in front of the harem's courtyard to learn how Esther was doing and to see what was happening to her. During the year before each young woman's turn to go to King Ahasuerus, the harem regulation required her to receive beauty treatments with oil of myrrh for six months and then with perfumes and cosmetics for another six months. When the young woman would go to the king, she was given whatever she requested to take with her from the harem to the palace. She would go in the evening, and in the morning she would return to a second harem under the supervision of the king's eunuch Shaashgaz, keeper of the concubines. She never went to the king again, unless he desired her and summoned her by name.Next Steps: Believe: I, Jesus, to do his biggest miracle in my soul today.Become: I will trust God with the small stuff this week. Be Sent: I will minister to someone far from Jesus this week.Growth Group Questions: What was the last bad decision you made? What were the consequences?What role did prayer play in your schedule last week?What are some practical examples of God's favor in your past?  Did you notice them at the time?How do you decide to follow someone's advice?How quickly do you notice God at work in your worst moments? How easy is it to see God at work in the ordinary moments of your life?Pray for someone by name who is far from Jesus right now.

Big Idea: God can use all the dream shattering realities of life even the evil of others to accomplish His purposes and fulfil His promises 1. Submissive Servanthood - vs 12 - 17 2. Spitful Siblings - vs 18 - 25a 3. Sold into Slavery - vs 25b -36 i. There's not always an answer ii. Avoid self-pity and victimhood iii. Reality of painful providence

February 15, 2026Judges 13:1-5, 14:1-9And the people of Israel again did what was evil in the sight of the Lord, so the Lord gave them into the hand of the Philistines for forty years.There was a certain man of Zorah, of the tribe of the Danites, whose name was Manoah. And his wife was barren and had no children. And the angel of the Lord appeared to the woman and said to her, “Behold, you are barren and have not borne children, but you shall conceive and bear a son.  Therefore be careful and drink no wine or strong drink, and eat nothing unclean,  for behold, you shall conceive and bear a son. No razor shall come upon his head, for the child shall be a Nazirite to God from the womb, and he shall begin to save Israel from the hand of the Philistines.”Samson went down to Timnah, and at Timnah he saw one of the daughters of the Philistines.  Then he came up and told his father and mother, “I saw one of the daughters of the Philistines at Timnah. Now get her for me as my wife.” But his father and mother said to him, “Is there not a woman among the daughters of your relatives, or among all our people, that you must go to take a wife from the uncircumcised Philistines?” But Samson said to his father, “Get her for me, for she is right in my eyes.”  His father and mother did not know that it was from the Lord, for he was seeking an opportunity against the Philistines. At that time the Philistines ruled over Israel.Then Samson went down with his father and mother to Timnah, and they came to the vineyards of Timnah. And behold, a young lion came toward him roaring.  Then the Spirit of the Lord rushed upon him, and although he had nothing in his hand, he tore the lion in pieces as one tears a young goat. But he did not tell his father or his mother what he had done.  Then he went down and talked with the woman, and she was right in Samson's eyes.After some days he returned to take her. And he turned aside to see the carcass of the lion, and behold, there was a swarm of bees in the body of the lion, and honey. He scraped it out into his hands and went on, eating as he went. And he came to his father and mother and gave some to them, and they ate. But he did not tell them that he had scraped the honey from the carcass of the lion.Big Idea: God's story of deliverance doesn't end with defeat or death, so we must live into our powerless posture to reveal the grace of God.

Big Idea: God has plans for each of His children and He meticulously prepares us to execute those plans. Understanding joseph: Joseph resolves a lot of the problematic threats presented in the narrative. He is used by God to resolve dangerous threats to the covenant line. Joseph is a problem solver, a threat eradicator, he is a type of savior. 1. God prepares us by testing our commitment (vs 2) 2. God prepares us through difficulties and mistreatment (vs 3-11)

Pastor Steve preached from 1 Corinthians 11:17–34, calling the church to see communion rightly—not as routine, but as worship centered on the glory of Christ.In Corinth, the Lord's Table had become divided and self-focused. Paul corrects them by bringing their attention back to what truly matters: the body and blood of Christ. Communion is not about preference or status. It is about remembrance. It is about repentance. It is about proclaiming the Lord's death until He comes.When we gather at the Table with humility and discernment, the church is refocused. Our hearts are examined. Our unity is restored. And Christ is exalted.Big Idea: God's order for communion refocuses the church on the glory of Christ.—Join us Sundays at 9:00 & 11:00

DATE: Feb 08, 2026                          SERIES: Poured Out (Acts)TITLE: Evidence of God's GoodnessBIG IDEA: God reveals Himself through His creation and His care. SCRIPTURE: Acts 14SUNDAY SET LIST: https://bit.ly/Sunday-SetlistSERMON NOTES:  https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=H10AX7WPbgGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=rJpBxHZwZxRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

DATE: Feb 08, 2026                          SERIES: Poured Out (Acts)TITLE: Evidence of God's GoodnessBIG IDEA: God reveals Himself through His creation and His care. SCRIPTURE: Acts 14SUNDAY SET LIST: https://bit.ly/Sunday-SetlistSERMON NOTES:  https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=H10AX7WPbgGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=rJpBxHZwZxRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

STOP Living on the Sidelines! 3 Life Transitions That Bring God's Activity!Every major life change—every transition—is actually a God-given conduit for His activity in your life! If you feel stuck, waiting for the "next big thing," Pastor Mike dives into the Gospel of Mark and shows us how to actively see and participate in the miraculous territory of transition.In this powerful message, you will learn about the 3 CRITICAL Transitions that you need to be prepared for RIGHT NOW:Relationship Transition: How moving from one relationship to the next is key to spiritual growth.Responsibility Transition: Understanding the moment when the baton of ministry and calling is passed to you.Spiritual Transition: The radical shift that changes everything—repentance and belief.Don't just watch life happen to you! Learn how to embrace the changes and move with God. Get ready to experience the breakthrough that comes through TRUTH!CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS0:00 The Big Idea: God's Activity in Transitions6:49 Key Transition #1: The Relationship Transition14:54 Key Transition #2: The Responsibility Transition22:15 Key Transition #3: The Spiritual Transition24:36 Prayer & CommunionCONNECT WITH USSUBSCRIBE to the Channel for Weekly Messages!Share this video with someone who needs a breakthrough!KEYWORDS#LifeTransitions #GodsPlan #PastorMike #RelationshipGoals #SpiritualGrowth #Mark1 #Responsibility #ChristianSermon #TheNextLevelSubscribe to my channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZY4btkddllimoqsKuHGg?sub_confirmation=1

Pastor Ty Neal Jesus, save the lost and guide the saved. 2 Corinthians 3:18 Big Idea: God is on the throne. There is no panic in Heaven! God has no problems, only plans. Corrie ten Boom God will make us perfect… He will not stop until we are fit for heaven. C. S. Lewis Big Idea: Since God is central, worship is essential. Revelation 4:6bRevelation 4:7Revelation 4:8a Big Idea: Since God is central, worship is essential. Revelation 4:8bIsaiah 6:3Matthew 6:9

Big Idea: God strengthens His church through ready and receptive disciples   Disciples that strengthen the church are: 1. Ready  (v.18-23) 2. Humble (v.24-26) 3. Receptive (v.27-29)   Discussion Questions:  1. What does Paul's “strengthening” ministry show us about discipleship? 2. What stands out about how Priscilla and Aquila correct Apollos? How can we apply this in our life?  3. How can you stay teachable—even if you're experienced, gifted or knowledgeable? 4. What do verses 27-28 teach us about churches helping and sending each other? How can we better partner with local gospel-preaching ministries?

Pastor Ty Neal Jesus, save the lost and guide the saved. Big Idea: God is on the throne Revelation 4:1 There is no panic in Heaven! God has no problems, only plans. Corrie ten Boom Revelation 4:2 Big Idea: God is on the throne There is no panic in Heaven! God has no problems, only plans. Corrie ten Boom Revelation 4:3Revelation 4:4Philippians 1:6Revelation 4:5Revelation 4:6aMark 4:37-41 Christ in the Storm on the Sea of Galilee by Rembrandt (1633) Big Idea:

Text: Mark 4:35-41 Big Idea: God leads His disciples into storms to expose our fear, increase our faith, and to reveal Jesus as worthy of our trust. 1. God Leads His Disciples Into Storms – v.35-36  2. To Expose Our Fear – v.37-38 3. To Increase Our Faith v.39-40 4. To Reveal Jesus as Worthy of Our Trust – v.41

Most of us assume that when life gets uncomfortable, something has gone wrong. We interpret pressure and pain as signs of failure—or even God's absence. But Scripture tells a different story. What if the heat you're experiencing isn't punishment or neglect, but intentional refinement? Let's reconsider our suffering—not as something to escape, but as something God may be using to shape us. If you've ever asked, “Why is this happening to me?”, then this message is for you.THE BIG IDEA: God refines what He intends to reflect.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4Big Idea: God helps our faith even under pressure. 1. The Backstory. 2. Jesus will be returning to earth. 3. My security is rooted in Christ. 4. Pressure produces:Expanding faithDeeping lovePowerful endurance

Big Idea: God is to be glorified in the life of a believer Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same way of thinking, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the…

Big Idea: God's grace takes action, bringing sight to those who cannot see. Grace...

Big Idea: God entered space and time for us. Problem: There isn't enough of us to go around. Solution: Jesus entered our limitations and focused on His mission; so, we must prioritize our mission. Vision: A people who live with clarity instead of exhaustion—trusting God's presence in them and God's power through the church, faithfully doing their part while God multiplies His work through the whole. Steps To Change: 1. Accept Your Limits 2. Clarify Your Calling 3. Execute Your Calling “Can a man hide himself in secret places so that I cannot see him?” declares the LORD. heaven and earth?” declares the LORD. Jeremiah 23:24 “Do I not fill And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in sw Links: Website: https://thegrovechurch.co Instagram: https://instagram.com/thegrovechurchofficial Facebook: https://facebook.com/thegrovechurchofficial Sermon Audio: https://soundcloud.com/thegrovechurchofficial Podcast: https://tr.ee/c0BcdkUV3C Support Our Ministry: https://grovechurch.churchcenter.com/giving If this video was helpful to you, please like, comment, and subscribe — and share it with someone who needs hope today.

Big Idea: God provides.

This past Sunday, Pastor Steve walked us through Luke 2 and reminded us that God is never reacting—He is ruling. From decrees and journeys to timing and place, every detail moved exactly as the Lord intended, bringing His Son into the world at the appointed moment.What appears ordinary is often orchestrated. What feels disruptive is often directional. God accomplishes His redemptive purposes through the intentional details of our lives.Big Idea:God's sovereign plan is accomplished through the intentional details of my life.Key Truths:• God rules over rulers and history alike.• No moment in the life of Christ—and no moment in ours—is wasted.• Our confidence rests not in circumstances, but in God's control.Join us Sundays at 9:00 & 11:00

Have you ever gotten into a disagreement with your brothers or sisters? So did Joseph. But even with trouble at home, Joseph still dreamed big!JOSEPH FORGIVESHey parents! Use these questions as a guide to talk over this week's Bible story called Joseph Forgives with your child after they've listened to this week's story. Remember the Big Idea: God has an important job for me.What was your favorite part of the story we just heard?Who was mean to Joseph and threw him into a pit?His brothers. They were jealous of Joseph because their dad loved Joseph the most.What happened when people thought Joseph did something wrong?They put him in jail.Who was always with Joseph, even when bad things kept happening?God!Is God always with you?Yes! We know God is always with us when we believe in him because he tells us in the Bible, and he helps us through the Holy Spirit. He helps us be brave and gives us what we need.Take some time to pray with your child. You might pray something like this:Dear God, thank you for always being with me. Help me remember you are with me when I am scared or when bad things happen. We love you! Amen.Parent Devotional Hey parents! We have something just for you to enjoy this Bible story for yourself. We encourage you to read over this devotional sometime this week as a way to reflect on the Bible story your child saw from Church at Home. We love you!DownloadEarly Childhood Craft – Joseph Story OrderColor the Joseph story cards and help your child test their memory of the Bible story as they put them in the right order. Remind them that God was with Joseph in every part of his story, and God is always with us.DownloadEarly Childhood Activity – God is With Me Pretend PlayYour child is learning that they can believe God is with them. As they play pretend, they will act out different things as a reminder that God is with them no matter what.DownloadEarly Childhood Activity Sheets Each week we have activity pages for your child to remember the week's lesson. They include new coloring pages and activity sheets for your child to enjoy!DownloadNavigating ParenthoodHey parents! Saddleback Parents has great training, tips, and tools to help you win. Check out http://saddlebackparents.com/ for resources to help guide you as you do the challenging and worthy work of raising brave, loving, kind kids who love God and others!Download

Big Idea: God completely cleanses and restores his sin-stained children. I. God cleanses a filthy man of his sin.Zechariah 3:1-5Then he showed me the high priest Joshua standing before the angel of the Lord, with Satan standing at his right side to accuse him. The Lord said to Satan, “The Lord rebuke you, Satan! May the Lord who has chosen Jerusalem rebuke you! Isn't this man a burning stick snatched from the fire?” Now Joshua was dressed with filthy clothes as he stood before the angel. So the angel of the Lord spoke to those standing before him, “Take off his filthy clothes!” Then he said to him, “See, I have removed your iniquity from you, and I will clothe you with festive robes.” Then I said, “Let them put a clean turban on his head.” So a clean turban was placed on his head, and they clothed him in garments while the angel of the Lord was standing nearby.II. God restores an untrustworthy man to his service.Zechariah 3:6-7Then the angel of the Lord charged Joshua, “This is what the Lord of Armies says: If you walk in my ways and keep my mandates, you will both rule my house and take care of my courts; I will also grant you access among these who are standing here.III. God promises a broken world his salvation.Zechariah 3:8-10“Listen, High Priest Joshua, you and your colleagues sitting before you; indeed, these men are a sign that I am about to bring my servant, the Branch. Notice the stone I have set before Joshua; on that one stone are seven eyes. I will engrave an inscription on it”—this is the declaration of the Lord of Armies—“and I will take away the iniquity of this land in a single day. On that day, each of you will invite his neighbor to sit under his vine and fig tree.” This is the declaration of the Lord of Armies.Next Steps: Believe: Today, I surrender my soul to King Jesus.Become: I will stop listening to the accuser and start listening to the Father this week. Be Sent: I will share how Jesus forgave me with someone this week. Discussion Questions: What challenges have you faced in this broken world this year?How do you react when someone points out your faults?Do you consider your sin less filthy than someone else's?Will God trust great responsibilities to someone who isn't faithful to keep his Word? Explain your answer.Do you hold on to guilt or shame even after God has forgiven you?Give the first name of someone who needs to experience Jesus's forgiveness this week.Thank God for his gift of forgiveness today. 

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: 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?

Big Idea: God became man to lift our shame Problem: We hide to protect our shame, and use pride as a coat to cover it. Solution: Christ wore our flesh and shame to clothe us in His righteousness and bring us out of hiding Vision: To become people who live vulnerably present; free from shame, stripped of pride, and clothed in Christ, so that others can experience God's embodied love through us. Steps to Change: 1. Step out of Hiding 2. Sit with others 3. Be vulnerable Links: Website: https://thegrovechurch.co Instagram: https://instagram.com/thegrovechurchofficial Facebook: https://facebook.com/thegrovechurchofficial Sermon Audio: https://soundcloud.com/thegrovechurchofficial Podcast: https://tr.ee/c0BcdkUV3C Support Our Ministry: https://grovechurch.churchcenter.com/giving If this video was helpful to you, please like, comment, and subscribe — and share it with someone who needs hope today.

Big Idea: God establishes His kingdom through covenants, so live with proper covenant loyalty.1. The Davidic Covenant—Kingdom House (2 Sam 7)

Big Idea: God is orchestrating all of history for His…

In Jonah 3, we witness the scandalous mercy of God on full display—toward a rebellious prophet and a wicked city.Jonah, the runaway prophet, is recommissioned by God and sent again to Nineveh with a simple message: “Yet forty days, and Nineveh shall be overthrown.” What follows is one of the most remarkable turnarounds in all of Scripture—a city infamous for cruelty repents, and God relents.Big Idea: God's mercy restores the disobedient and rescues the undeserving through the power of His Word.

DATE: Nov 9, 2025                           SERIES: Poured OutTITLE: New BrandBIG IDEA: God's grace makes Jesus Lord and Savior for everyone everywhere. SCRIPTURE: Acts 11:19-30SUNDAY SET: https://Music SERMON NOTES: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=B1uc5SFk-lGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=BymtnrFyWxRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

DATE: Nov 9, 2025                           SERIES: Poured OutTITLE: New BrandBIG IDEA: God's grace makes Jesus Lord and Savior for everyone everywhere. SCRIPTURE: Acts 11:19-30SUNDAY SET: https://MUSICSERMON NOTES: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=B1uc5SFk-lGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=BymtnrFyWxRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

DATE: Nov 9, 2025                           SERIES: Poured OutTITLE: New BrandBIG IDEA: God's grace makes Jesus Lord and Savior for everyone everywhere. SCRIPTURE: Acts 11:19-30SUNDAY SET: https://MUSICSERMON NOTES: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=B1uc5SFk-lGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=BymtnrFyWxRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

DATE: Nov 9, 2025                           SERIES: Poured OutTITLE: New BrandBIG IDEA: God's grace makes Jesus Lord and Savior for everyone everywhere. SCRIPTURE: Acts 11:19-30SUNDAY SET: https://Music SERMON NOTES: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=B1uc5SFk-lGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=BymtnrFyWxRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

We often pray small, safe prayers—but what if God is inviting us to pray bold, audacious ones? In Joshua 10, Joshua faces an impossible battle, yet he prays one of the boldest prayers in all of Scripture: “Sun, stand still.” It's a prayer so big that, if God didn't answer, Joshua would look foolish. But that's exactly the kind of faith that honors God—faith that believes He can do what only He can do.THE BIG IDEA: God takes full responsibility for the life wholly devoted to Him.

Big Idea: God establishes His kingdom through covenants, so live with proper covenant loyalty.1. The Abrahamic Covenant—Kingdom Land & Seed (Gen 15 & 17)2. The Israelite Covenant—Kingdom Administration (Exodus–Deuteronomy)

We want God to do it all. We want God to do it all so that we won't have to do nothing. But God will only move inharmony with how we obey. God doesn't speak until we start moving to obey. God doesn't show us our next step to take until we step out and obey. We want God to show up and move for us. We want Him to obey for us. But that would alleviate our part in this process, because God only hits a moving target.THE BIG IDEA: God won't move to save until you move to obey.

Faith or Wrath (Romans 4:13–25)Big Idea: God secures Abraham's promised inheritance by faith according to grace, not by law. The law exposes sin and brings wrath; faith rests in God's promise—confirmed by Christ's resurrection for our justification.Key Quote: “He was fully convinced that what God had promised He was also able to perform.” (Rom 4:21)We unpack Paul's argument that the promise to Abraham (and to all who share his faith) comes through the righteousness of faith, not through works of the law. The law can only reveal our sin and summon wrath; grace gives what law cannot—assurance. Abraham believed against all odds because the object of his faith was the God who “gives life to the dead.” Paul lands the plane with the gospel's heartbeat: Jesus was “delivered up for our offenses and raised for our justification.” Forgiveness and righteousness are both ours in Christ.Faith or Wrath (vv. 13–15): If inheritance were by law, faith would be void. The law exposes sin and brings wrath.What Is Sin? (v. 15b): Sin = lack of conformity to or transgression of God's law (omission & commission). Sin is personal—against the Lawgiver.According to Grace (vv. 16–18): Justification is by faith so that it rests on grace—this produces assurance and extends to “many nations.”Not a Blind Leap (vv. 19–20): Abraham faced the facts but trusted the Promise-Maker; faith is reasonable confidence in God's character.Fully Convinced (v. 21): Mature faith = settled confidence that God performs what He promises.Raised for Our Justification (vv. 24–25): Double imputation: our guilt to Christ; His righteousness to us. The resurrection is the Father's public acceptance of the payment—our justification is secure.

Big Idea: God's Word revives His people, and His watchful…

Have you ever gotten into a disagreement with your brothers or sisters? So did Joseph. But even with trouble at home, Joseph still dreamed big!JOSEPH FORGIVESHey parents! Use these questions as a guide to talk over this week's Bible story called Joseph Forgives with your child after they've listened to this week's story. Remember the Big Idea: God has an important job for me.What was your favorite part of the story we just heard?Who was mean to Joseph and threw him into a pit?His brothers. They were jealous of Joseph because their dad loved Joseph the most.What happened when people thought Joseph did something wrong?They put him in jail.Who was always with Joseph, even when bad things kept happening?God!Is God always with you?Yes! We know God is always with us when we believe in him because he tells us in the Bible, and he helps us through the Holy Spirit. He helps us be brave and gives us what we need.Take some time to pray with your child. You might pray something like this:Dear God, thank you for always being with me. Help me remember you are with me when I am scared or when bad things happen. We love you! Amen.Parent Devotional Hey parents! We have something just for you to enjoy this Bible story for yourself. We encourage you to read over this devotional sometime this week as a way to reflect on the Bible story your child saw from Church at Home. We love you!DownloadEarly Childhood Craft – Joseph Story OrderColor the Joseph story cards and help your child test their memory of the Bible story as they put them in the right order. Remind them that God was with Joseph in every part of his story, and God is always with us.DownloadEarly Childhood Activity – God is With Me Pretend PlayYour child is learning that they can believe God is with them. As they play pretend, they will act out different things as a reminder that God is with them no matter what.DownloadEarly Childhood Activity Sheets Each week we have activity pages for your child to remember the week's lesson. They include new coloring pages and activity sheets for your child to enjoy!DownloadNavigating ParenthoodHey parents! Saddleback Parents has great training, tips, and tools to help you win. Check out http://saddlebackparents.com/ for resources to help guide you as you do the challenging and worthy work of raising brave, loving, kind kids who love God and others!Download

Big Idea: God's design for law is to reveal our enslavement to our sin and to awaken our desire for the solution of Christ!

Big Idea: God shapes us through hardship and obedience to become bold, gentle, and anchored in hope. Main Points: 1. Courage Grows in Doing Good 2. Hope Anchors Our Boldness 3. Suffering Can Glorify God Life Applications: - Embrace obedience even when it's uncomfortable. - Anchor your courage in the resurrection hope. - Trust God to use your suffering for His purpose.

Big Idea: God shapes us through hardship and obedience to become bold, gentle, and anchored in hope. Main Points: 1. Courage Grows in Doing Good 2. Hope Anchors Our Boldness 3. Suffering Can Glorify God Life Applications: - Embrace obedience even when it's uncomfortable. - Anchor your courage in the resurrection hope. - Trust God to use your suffering for His purpose. Prayer: God, help us become who You've designed us to be. Give us courage in trials, gentleness in witness, and trust in suffering. Shape us by Your Spirit into the image of Your Son. Amen. Benediction: May you become who God has called you to be—courageous, compassionate, and anchored in hope. Go with confidence and peace.

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Big Idea: God sets the order of service for his church.  It's up to us to keep it orderly.1 Corinthians 14:26-40What then, brothers and sisters? Whenever you come together, each one has a hymn, a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. Everything is to be done for building up. If anyone speaks in a tongue, there are to be only two, or at the most three, each in turn, and let someone interpret. But if there is no interpreter, that person is to keep silent in the church and speak to himself and God. Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should evaluate. But if something has been revealed to another person sitting there, the first prophet should be silent. For you can all prophesy one by one, so that everyone may learn and everyone may be encouraged. And the prophets' spirits are subject to the prophets, since God is not a God of disorder but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints, the women should be silent in the churches, for they are not permitted to speak, but are to submit themselves, as the law also says. If they want to learn something, let them ask their own husbands at home, since it is disgraceful for a woman to speak in the church. Or did the word of God originate from you, or did it come to you only? If anyone thinks he is a prophet or spiritual, he should recognize that what I write to you is the Lord's command. If anyone ignores this, he will be ignored. So then, my brothers and sisters, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. But everything is to be done decently and in order.I. If prophecy is so important, why do so many people want to speak in tongues?II. If someone is speaking in tongues and no one is around to interpret, what should I do?III. What is the "purpose" of praying in tongues?IV. Why do some people accept 1-2 gifts but reject the others?  Are they a package deal?V. Because you spoke a word of prophecy, does that give you the title “prophet”?Next Steps: Believe: I need the Holy Spirit to give me the gift of new life today.Become: I will learn or develop my spiritual gift(s) this week. Be Sent: I will use my spiritual gift to grow Jesus's Kingdom.Discussion Questions: Where or to whom do you look when you are confused about spiritual issues?Who do you turn to first? Why?How can you tell if someone speaking in tongues is genuine?How confident are you that your source for answers aligns completely with the Bible?When is the last time you heard a word of prophecy?  What made you certain it was prophecy?What would you say to someone who is using their spiritual gift to draw attention or praise to themself?Pray for the Holy Spirit to help you push back darkness this week. 

WATCH ON YOUTUBE Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9Big Idea: God accomplishes His mission through His presence and promises. 1. Choose courage over fear. 2. Stay rooted God's word. 3. Rely on God's presence. 4. Step out in faith. 5. Celebrate God's provision.

Pastor Christy Cass As we close the Made to Garden series, this message reminds us that fear doesn't have to drive us into hiding. From Genesis 3, we see the first humans cover themselves with fig leaves and hide when shame and fear entered the story. Yet God's response wasn't condemnation—it was an invitation: “Where are you?” Supporting Scriptures: Genesis 3:1–10, Proverbs 8:13, 2 Timothy 1:7, John 3:20, 1 Corinthians 10:13 Big Idea: God doesn't yell from the fence line—He walks into the garden. He comes close. The invitation is to step out of hiding, trade fear for trust, and walk with Him in the open. Key Themes & Takeaways: There are two fears in the garden: Fear that hides from God (shame, paralysis, people-pleasing). Fear of the Lord (holy awe that leads to trust and obedience). Alignment with God happens in head (truth), heart (desires), and hands (obedience). Obedience is our “yes.” Outcomes are His responsibility. Practical Steps to Live Fearless: Generosity & Hospitality → move from closed hands to open tables. Courageous Witness → everyday invitations, bold in love. Peacemaking → have hard conversations with truth and grace. Creativity & Resilience → choose fresh hope over cynicism. Community & Correction → walk together, not in isolation. Work & Integrity → live honest and excellent before God and others. Stay Connected: Give: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/giving Online Service: Sundays 9 AM (YouTube & Facebook Live) Connect: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/people/forms/113001 Instagram: @wearetheechochurch #EchoChurch #MadeToGarden #ChristianSermon #FaithGrowth #BibleTeaching

Episode #281 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we examine 1 Corinthians 10:12-14. Big Idea: God is Faithful 1) Watch Out 2) There is an Escape Route 3) Flee Idolatry Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

Got a question? Let us know!This week on Made For Mondays, we're diving into the tension between being fully known and fully loved. From weekend recaps and Bible reading highlights to Doug's country-twang song prompt and a deep look at Psalm 139 and Romans 7, we're talking about the human instinct to hide—and God's invitation to be found.We unpack what it means to stop performing and start showing up, how vulnerability isn't the same as oversharing, and why the real win in life isn't staying hidden—it's being seen, known, and loved anyway. If you've ever wrestled with shame, felt unseen, or struggled to believe you're both known and accepted, this one's for you.Big Idea: God can both know us completely and love us perfectly.#MadeForMondays #Psalm139 #FullyKnownFullyLoved #BelieversChurch #FaithAndHonesty #SpiritualGrowth #BigIdeaMFMStay Connected Website: https://believerschurch.org/ Believers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/believerschurch.va/ Believers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/believers_church/

Have you ever gotten into a disagreement with your brothers or sisters? So did Joseph. But even with trouble at home, Joseph still dreamed big!JOSEPH FORGIVESHey parents! Use these questions as a guide to talk over this week's Bible story called Joseph Forgives with your child after they've listened to this week's story. Remember the Big Idea: God has an important job for me.What was your favorite part of the story we just heard?Who was mean to Joseph and threw him into a pit?His brothers. They were jealous of Joseph because their dad loved Joseph the most.What happened when people thought Joseph did something wrong?They put him in jail.Who was always with Joseph, even when bad things kept happening?God!Is God always with you?Yes! We know God is always with us when we believe in him because he tells us in the Bible, and he helps us through the Holy Spirit. He helps us be brave and gives us what we need.Take some time to pray with your child. You might pray something like this:Dear God, thank you for always being with me. Help me remember you are with me when I am scared or when bad things happen. We love you! Amen.Parent Devotional Hey parents! We have something just for you to enjoy this Bible story for yourself. We encourage you to read over this devotional sometime this week as a way to reflect on the Bible story your child saw from Church at Home. We love you!DownloadEarly Childhood Craft – Joseph Story OrderColor the Joseph story cards and help your child test their memory of the Bible story as they put them in the right order. Remind them that God was with Joseph in every part of his story, and God is always with us.DownloadEarly Childhood Activity – God is With Me Pretend PlayYour child is learning that they can believe God is with them. As they play pretend, they will act out different things as a reminder that God is with them no matter what.DownloadEarly Childhood Activity Sheets Each week we have activity pages for your child to remember the week's lesson. They include new coloring pages and activity sheets for your child to enjoy!DownloadNavigating ParenthoodHey parents! Saddleback Parents has great training, tips, and tools to help you win. Check out http://saddlebackparents.com/ for resources to help guide you as you do the challenging and worthy work of raising brave, loving, kind kids who love God and others!Download

Date: July 13, 2025                          Series: Poured Out – A series on ActsTitle: Unqualified but UnstoppableBig Idea: God empowers ordinary people to advance an extraordinary mission.   Scripture: Acts 4:1-23Sermon Notes: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=SJ7Pg_aBllGroups Questions: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=BJbiNdaBgeRespond: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard