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Jesus said the law could be summed up in two commands: love God & love others. Join us as we wrap up our look at the 10 Commandments, and learn the ways God has shown us to best love our neighbor as we love ourself.

Big Stories About a Big God: Part 2 – Exodus: God as Our Deliverer

Join us as we break down the Ten Commandments into two main sections - loving God and loving our neighbor. This week we focus on commandments 1-4, they're all about loving the Lord. How do we show God that we love him? By keeping Him first in our lives and by not using His name lightly. We follow His example and carve out a day of rest in our week. And we don't try to put God in a box, making Him into what we imagine. God is holy and perfect, and He gives instructions how to best show our love to Him.

Moses pitched a tent outside the camp called the "Tent of Meeting." There, God would speak to Moses "face to face, as one speaks to a friend." Across scripture—from Adam and Abraham to Jesus' disciples—God desires friendship with His creation. Yet, in our modern culture, we are experiencing a "friendship recession." We must reclaim the depth of friendship, both with one another and with God, moving past the surface-level encounters we have settled for.Key Points1. God Desires True FriendshipGod doesn't speak to Moses as a subordinate, but as a friend. When Jesus arrived, He wasn't known as a political leader or an entrepreneur, but as a "friend of sinners." He told His disciples, "I no longer call you servants... I have called you friends." Discipleship is friendship. Yet, we often reduce this profound invitation to a scheduled 15-minute "quiet time." God is everywhere; He desires a relationship that permeates our daily lives, not just an appointment on a calendar.2. The Friendship RecessionWe spend more time alone than any previous generation. Friendship has been reduced to a social luxury rather than a daily necessity. If we lack the capacity for deep, vulnerable relationships with the people around us, it will inevitably damage our capacity for a deep relationship with God.Stop finding time; make time. You make time for what you value.Stop finding friends; be a friend. If you go out to be a friend—focused on being interested rather than interesting—you will never lack friendship.3. Grateful, But Not Satisfied (Show Me Your Glory)Moses had seen more of God's glory than anyone—the burning bush, the plagues, the parting of the sea. Yet, in Exodus 33, he asks, "Now show me your glory." He was grateful for past encounters, but he was not satisfied.Many Christians are living off a spiritual high from ten years ago. We have become "domesticated tigers," settling for small, scheduled moments instead of hungering for the wild, full presence of God.A true revival happens when God's people band together and declare, "Show us your glory! We will not be satisfied with what the previous generation experienced. Do it again."4. The Ultimate Glory is JesusHow does God answer Moses' request to see His glory? In Matthew 17, at the Transfiguration, Moses finally stands in the Promised Land alongside Jesus. The glory Moses asked to see in Exodus was ultimately revealed in the person of Christ. If we want to show a hungry generation the glory of God, we must stop pointing to ourselves, our cool aesthetics, or our trendy evangelism strategies. Like John the Baptist, we must simply and constantly point to Jesus in every season of our lives.ConclusionGod has invited us into a profound friendship. As we reflect on what God has done in our lives and in our church, let us be deeply grateful, but never satisfied. Let us reject shallow routines and isolation, choosing instead to pursue God with a "greed for His presence," constantly pointing the world to Jesus.Calls to ActionEvaluate Your Friendship with God: Are you treating God like a scheduled appointment or a true friend? Move beyond the 15-minute quiet time and invite Him into your entire day.Be a Friend: This week, actively make time to deepen a relationship. Ask questions, be vulnerable, and focus on being interested in someone else's story.Point to Jesus: In your victories and your defeats, make it your primary goal to point others to the glory of Christ rather than yourself. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

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EPHESIANS – WEEK 1 Sermon Notes Summary: Ephesians 1:1–14” Pastor: Dave BrownSeries: Ephesians   Series context: Beginning a 14-week journey through Ephesians. This opening message sets the stage for the letter's big themes and asks what kind of people—and what kind of church—God is forming us to be. Why Ephesians matters: Ephesians gives a sweeping vision of the gospel, the church, and God's purpose from creation to new creation. It helps answer: Why did God call this church into existence? Why bring different people into one body? Why does our community need a church like this? Why does God care not only about what we believe, but who we are becoming? Genre: A letter (epistle), so context matters for interpretation. Author: Traditionally Paul. Though scholars debate this because of vocabulary and church language, the sermon argues Paul likely wrote it late in life, possibly from prison, as a final pastoral vision for multiple churches. Audience: Not just Ephesus, but likely a wider circle of churches. About Ephesians 1:3–14: In Greek, this is one long sentence overflowing with praise. Paul packs it with major themes and echoes from Israel's story to show continuity between God's work in the Old Testament and God's work in Christ now. Adoption/sonship: Echoes Israel as God's firstborn son. Chosen/predestined: Echoes God's choosing of Abraham and Israel to form a people for His purposes. Redemption/freedom: Echoes the Exodus—God delivering His people from slavery. Blood of the Lamb: Echoes Passover and God's saving power. Forgiveness: Echoes God's mercy after Israel's failure. Wisdom, understanding, mystery: Echoes God giving His people instruction for covenant life. Unity: Echoes the hope of God reuniting His people under the Messiah. Main idea: The opening of Ephesians is about identity. Paul confronts the identities the world tries to give us and reminds us who we are in Christ. We are a people of praise — our lives are centered on God's glory, not ourselves. We are blessed — in Christ, heaven has broken into our story. We are loved — God pursued us before we pursued Him. We are chosen — our identity begins with God's initiative. We are adopted — wanted, welcomed, and claimed as God's own. We are holy — set apart for God's purposes, not perfect but called. We are saved by grace — forgiven through the blood of Christ. We are free — released from sin, shame, and old masters to belong to Christ. We are one — a new humanity under Jesus, beyond all lesser divisions and allegiances. We are sealed — marked and empowered by the Holy Spirit as God's possession. Application: Before asking, “What should we do?” Ephesians first asks, “Who are we becoming?” A church that knows its identity stops chasing relevance, fearing the future, and imitating culture, and instead lives as the people of God. Prayer focus: Lord, teach us to live as Your holy, forgiven, loved, unified, Spirit-filled people, and empower us to help others experience the freedom and life found in Christ.  

Before moving into our main topic—the Tabernacle—we begin by examining the fifth commandment: "Honor your father and your mother." Often relegated to "kids church," this command was actually given to a nation of adults. In a culture that frequently despises or makes light of the elderly, God calls us to give weight to and highly value them. Furthermore, unlike other ancient documents, the Bible explicitly commands honoring both the mother and the father, demonstrating God's consistent elevation of women.Key Points1. The Purpose of the Tabernacle When we read the detailed instructions for the Tabernacle in Exodus, we shouldn't get lost in looking for obscure meanings in every measurement or crossbar. The big idea is this: The Tabernacle was God making His home among the Israelites. From God's perspective, the climax of the Exodus story wasn't the parting of the Red Sea; it was coming down from the mountain to dwell—or "go camping"—with His people. True freedom isn't just about escaping slavery; it's about being free to live in the presence of God.2. The Walking Tabernacle (Jesus) For hundreds of years, the Jews wondered where the presence of God had gone after the temple was destroyed. John 1:14 provides the answer: "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling [literally: tabernacled] among us." Jesus was the walking Tabernacle. The glory of God, once restricted to a humble tent, was now restricted to a humble human body.Example 1: The Samaritan woman at the well was closer to the glory of God in her conversation with Jesus than the High Priest was in the Most Holy Place.Example 2: When Jesus visited Mary and Martha, the "Most Holy Place" was sitting in their living room. Martha chose dishes, but Mary perceived the sacredness of the moment and chose to sit at His feet.3. We Are the Tabernacle Now Where is God today? After Jesus ascended, He sent the Holy Spirit. Now, instead of one physical Tabernacle or one human body, there are millions of "little tabernacles" running around. The glory of God dwells within believers, both individually and corporately. God still comes in ways that are outwardly humble—through the people of the Church—but hold sacred glory on the inside. You cannot experience the fullness of God's presence in isolation; you must interact with His people.4. The Ultimate Fulfillment We experience God's presence now, but not in its fullness. We look forward to the day described in Revelation 21, when God's dwelling place will permanently be among His people, wiping away every tear and making all things new.ConclusionFrom a tent in the wilderness to the person of Jesus, to the Church today, and finally to the new creation, God's ultimate desire has always been to dwell with us. Wisdom is knowing where God is and choosing to sit near His presence.Calls to ActionHonor Your Parents: Regardless of your age, find a way to honor and give weight to your mother and father, and the elderly in your life.Seek His Presence: Like Mary, choose what is better. Don't let the distractions of daily life keep you from sitting at the feet of Jesus.Embrace the Church: Reject isolation. Recognize that the presence of God is found in community with other believers, despite our outward flaws. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

By David Jones - Christ prayed for His disciples that they would have eternal life, and eternal life is that they would know the only true God and Jesus Christ. This was always His desire for His children. Nine times in the book of Exodus God states that they shall know that "I AM the Lord". Just as it was with the

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon:Sermon NotesBig IdeaThe Tabernacle shows us that God desires to dwell with His people — and that desire is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ.1. Participation — A Glad InvitationBefore giving building instructions, God invited the people to contribute materials (Exodus 25:2).They gave what God had already provided (Exodus 12).Giving was voluntary — “from every man whose heart moves him.”Covenant generosity flows from joy, not compulsion.As Paul the Apostle writes in Second Corinthians 9:7, “God loves a cheerful giver.”ApplicationEverything we have is from God.Generosity is not the duty of a slave, but the privilege of a lover.If joy is missing, examine the heart — not just the habit.2. Pattern — Nearness and HolinessThe structure of the Tabernacle (courtyard → holy place → Most Holy Place) reveals two truths:God Is NearHis presence dwelt among His people.The Ark symbolized His throne on earth.Covenant means relationship — not distance.God Is HolyAccess was limited and required sacrifice.His purity creates a tension for sinful people.Nearness is a gift — not something to approach casually.ApplicationCome to God joyfully.Come to God reverently.Grace produces both confidence and humility.3. Fulfillment — The Person and Work of JesusThe Tabernacle pointed forward to Christ.In Gospel of John 1:14 we read:“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.”Literally — He “tabernacled” among us.Jesus is:The true meeting place of heaven and earth.The fulfillment of the Temple.The presence of God in fullness.After His resurrection and ascension, His presence comes to us through the Holy Spirit — not as a replacement for Jesus, but as the living connection to Him.Discussion Questions1. Is generosity a joyful practice for you? Why or why not?2. How do different worship styles emphasize either God's nearness or holiness? How can worship emphasize both?3. Is the Holy Spirit a substitute for Jesus? Why or why not?4. Read Ephesians 2:19-22. How is Paul using the Temple metaphor? What might that look like today in the Christian Life? Hint: the "you" in v. 22 is plural.Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester ().

2026-03-01 Exodus: God with Us (Scott Warner) by Scott Warner

Happy Family Day weekend! What are some of your favourite promises of God? I would love to know. Please email me at info@templebaptistchurch.ca. This Sunday, we'll look at Exodus 6 as Pastor Kyle unpacks God's promise of deliverance to His people, the Israelites.

A direct route to the promised land would have only taken 10 days, not 40 years. Why send the people through the wilderness, then? God wanted to both A) humble, and B) test his people. Would they be loyal to him or not? He does the same with us today.

Pharaoh refused to obey God's command to let the Israelites go, asking, “Who is this Yahweh, that I should obey him?” He's about to find out. Ten plagues (or “strikes”) will reveal his sovereignty over all the gods of the Egyptians and over every facet of creation. Even in judgment, there are numerous opportunities for mercy available to all who choose to fear and trust the LORD.

Exodus 3-20Pastor Joseph PjechaFaith Alliance Church

Exodus, God's People in a Dangerous World: Charles Yu | February 8, 2026

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon Notes1. Grace – God saves first“I bore you on eagles' wings” (v.4)Relationship begins with rescue, not achievement2. Obedience – God shapes our livesNot cheap grace, not legalismGod's commands lead to flourishingEmpowered by the Spirit3. Vocation – God sends us“A kingdom of priests” (v.6)Represent God to the world & the world to GodDiscussion Questions1) Does every human being need to be rescued in order to enjoy God's love?2) Are you more tempted by cheap grace or legalism?3) Why is the Holy Spirit critical for obedience?4) Define the priestly vocation.  Give an example of how you live out your priestly vocation.Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester ().

Moses must be feeling good after gathering the elders of Israel, telling them of Yahweh's impending deliverance, and seeing them respond in worship. But Pharaoh has different plans. He doesn't acknowledge Yahweh, he accuses the Hebrews of laziness, and he doubles their workload. The people groan to Moses in despair, and he openly accuses God of evil. God's response is to say, “Step back and watch what I do next – for I AM a covenant keeping God.”

Exodus 1 ends with the recognition that Israel needs a deliverer, and Exodus 2 begins with the birth of that deliverer. But before Moses can save anyone, he himself needs to be saved from near certain death. In the eighty years that follow, God uses both the miraculous and the mundane to prepare him to partner with Yahweh in the stunning rescue of God's people.

The beginning of Exodus sets the scene. The Pharaoh has turned on the Hebrews in his land, and when forced labor doesn't work in getting their allegiance, he turns to killing baby boys. The Hebrews stay faithful to God, however, and He sees them. He's concerned, and He's got a plan to deliver them.

November 30,2025

Preached by Pastor Eric Mingle, on November 30, 2025.

Preached by Pastor Eric Mingle, on November 30, 2025.

November 16, 2025

Countless individuals have postulated that the Biblical record of the exodus of the children of Israel could not have occurred, therefore completely discounting most of the ancient record.  The problem is that there's an abundant amount of evidence: historical, archaeological and many infallible proofs, that demand to be looked at; enough for any doubter to reexamine the Bible with a different set of eyes. Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2025 Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D., All Rights Reserved

Pastor Blake walks through Exodus 12–13, showing how God delivers His people and begins to form them into a community set apart for Him. From Passover to the pillar of cloud and fire, these events point us to Christ, our Redeemer and our Guide.     Want to watch a version of this message? Check out our live broadcast archive at www.declarationchurch.net/live.

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon Notes:I. The Fairness of God's JudgmentA. Our concern for fairnessWe instinctively ask: “Do they deserve judgment?”Judgment must be fair, just, and true.B. Pharaoh and Egypt's guiltPharaoh's policy: murder of Hebrew boys (Exodus 1).Enslavement and oppression of Israel.God's response: “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.” (Galatians 6:7 ESV)The death of the firstborn = not random, but reaping what was sown.C. The hardening of Pharaoh's heartSometimes Pharaoh hardens his own heart; other times God does.Pharaoh's rebellion becomes irreversible — God confirms his self-chosen path.God's judgment is never arbitrary, always morally deserved.II. The Realms of God's JudgmentA. Judgment in both visible and spiritual realmsExodus 12:12 — God executes judgment “on all the gods of Egypt.”Not only Pharaoh and Egypt, but their false gods are judged.B. The spiritual dimensionEach plague confronts an Egyptian deity (e.g., darkness = judgment on Re, the sun god).Ephesians 6:12 — our struggle is not just “against flesh and blood.”C. Implications for usConflict perspective: our true enemy is spiritual, not human.Ultimate justice: final judgment must also occur in the spiritual realm — and that belongs to God alone.Christ's victory:The cross = God's judgment on “principalities and powers.”Revelation 20 — final judgment, evil cast down forever.III. Protection from God's JudgmentA. The universality of judgmentBoth Egyptians and Israelites were under threat.Only protection: homes marked with the blood of the lamb (Exodus 12:13).Not ethnicity, morality, or family — but faith in God's provision.B. The necessity of faith and obedienceBelief must lead to action.They didn't discuss the lamb's symbolism — they applied the blood.C. The principle of substitutionThe lamb dies in place of the firstborn.“One life for another.”God's mercy through a substitute.D. Fulfillment in Jesus ChristJohn 1:29 — “Behold, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!”Jesus = true Passover Lamb — spotless, no broken bones (John 19:31-33), slain for sinners.His blood is the believer's protection from judgment.God's justice is satisfied; His mercy extended.Conclusion: The Cross Is Our PassoverGod is both Judge and Savior.To our sins he says: “this kind of offense cannot be tolerated in my Kingdom.”Yet God Himself provides the way — through the blood of His Son.At the Cross, justice is satisfied, grace is extended.Because of the Lamb, God's judgment passes over us forever.Discussion Questions:Does a God who judges evil make you uncomfortable? Why or why not?In what ways does it help us to understand that God executes judgment in the spiritual realm?What is the difference between making moral judgments and being "judgmental"? How does the idea of humanity being universally under God's judgment eliminate judgmentalism?How does the Cross of Christ bring together God's judgment and grace?Should we fear God's judgment - why or why not?Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester ().

In a world that celebrates hustle and overwork, many Christians are exhausted, feeling like they're constantly running on empty trying to be perfect. In this episode, we're joined by Valerie Adjorlolo, a nurse and a champion for Christian femininity, who is on a mission to redefine rest. Valerie shares with us her personal journey from a culture of burnout and overwork to a life of spiritual freedom. By exploring biblical foundations from Genesis to the story of Elijah, she reveals why rest is not a reward for a job well done, but a sacred invitation from God to release control. You will learn practical and tangible tips for finding physical, mental, and spiritual rest in a 24/7 world. Get ready to challenge your mindset, embrace your God-given design, and discover that rest isn't lazy—it's the foundation for everything. A quote from the Bible: Be STILL and know that I am God (Psalm 46:10) Topics covered: Christian rest, biblical rest, Christian productivity, Christian femininity, overcoming burnout, work-life balance, rest and faith, Christian women's content, spiritual freedom, surrender to God, Christian living, over-worked nurse, feel guilty when resting. Want to dig a bit deeper? Here is the Biblical Foundation of Rest. Genesis 2: God rested on the 7th day—not because He needed to, but to model rest Exodus: God invites Israel to stop and rest in Him Rest as both physical and spiritual—an invitation to return to the Lord Biblical Story of Elijah (1 Kings 19) Matthew 11:28 – Come to me, I will give you rest Scriptures for Encouragement Psalm 4:8 – "In peace, I will lie down and sleep…" Psalm 3:5 – "I lie down and sleep; I wake again…" Matthew 6:34 – "Don't worry about tomorrow…" Matthew 11:28 – "Come to me, all who are weary…" Did you enjoy this episode and would like to share some love?

God Saves, provides, and protects.

Our present circumstances do not limit the power of God.

God's judgement is real, but His mercy and grace are greater!

Preached by Lead Pastor, Rev. Aubrey Spears, on September 28, 2025.

Preached by Lead Pastor, Rev. Aubrey Spears, on September 28, 2025.

Irritations, Disturbances, and Death are "fork in the road" moments for Christ followers.

Exodus 2: 11 - 25

Preached by Pastor, Eric Mingle, on September 21, 2025.

Preached by Pastor, Eric Mingle, on September 21, 2025.

This Sunday, Pastor Blake reflected on a turning point in Israel's story: their cry for help in the midst of deep suffering. As the Israelites groaned under oppression, God heard, remembered His covenant, and saw their pain. These verses remind us that even when God feels silent, He is not absent. He hears, He remembers, and He is already moving toward redemption.     Want to watch a version of this message? Check out our live broadcast archive at www.declarationchurch.net/live.

God is not finished when things get worse.

Thus you shall say to the children of Israel, ‘I AM has sent me to you.' [1 hour 3 minutes]

June 29, 2025

Do not draw near this place. Take your sandals off your feet, for the place where you stand is holy ground. [1 hour 4 minutes]

June 22, 2025

Exodus 13:17-22

As we wrap up our look at Moses' calling at the burning bush, we see that he lacks faith and tries to turn God down. This week we will see how a patient, loving God overwhelms Moses with his grace and empowers him to fulfill his calling. Come learn how we too can experience God's grace and live confidently in his strength.

By Clint Porter - Some obstacles in life seem insurmountable. Yet the apostle Paul tells us that the Exodus narratives happened as examples for us, “on whom the ends of the ages have come.” One such message of the Exodus: God is the ultimate heavyweight champion! He will get His glory over all the powers of evil.