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Steps 8 and 9 of the Twelve Steps call us to restore relationships through forgiveness and making amends. The story of Zacchaeus shows that true spiritual growth comes when we take responsibility for our actions, seek reconciliation, and release resentment so peace and joy can take root. Fill-In Sermon Notes (https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=H1wTeTIRex) Watch the Sermon (https://youtu.be/WRDnAXxGlI4) Follow Acts 2: Website (https://acts2umc.org) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/acts2umc) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acts2umc) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjMQ3C5r50E8PGLwMvwuGQ) Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/acts2umc)
In this sermon, Mark, a young adult leader at First Baptist Church of Augusta, concludes the eight-week series "Practicing the Way," which focuses on being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and doing as He did.  He emphasizes the importance of living out these principles within a church community, drawing inspiration from the early church as described in Acts 2:42-47.  Mark highlights the church as a people united by Christ's resurrection, devoted to learning, fellowship, breaking bread, prayer, and serving others.  He acknowledges the challenges and messiness of community but underscores its transformative power in fostering spiritual growth, mutual care, and outreach to the broader world.  Mark encourages the congregation to embrace intentional relationships, live sacrificially, and be a visible representation of Christ's kingdom, creating a community that inspires awe and brings others to know Jesus. 
Sunday morning message from Cochranton Community Church. We pray this message blesses you and brings you closer to a relationship with Jesus. We have services at 8:30 & 11am. Bible classes at 9:45am www.ccubchurch.org
Sunday 26th October 2025 - West and North SitesSpeaker - Gary SmithGary continues with our Life Together series, looking at the way we are all called to be unique parts of the Lord's body.____________1 Corinthians 12 v 12-2712) Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. 13) For we were all baptised by one Spirit so as to form one body – whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free – and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. 14) And so the body is not made up of one part but of many.15) Now if the foot should say, ‘Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,' it would not for that reason stop being part of the body. 16) And if the ear should say, ‘Because I am not an eye, I do not belong to the body,' it would not for that reason stop being part of the body. 17) If the whole body were an eye, where would the sense of hearing be? If the whole body were an ear, where would the sense of smell be? 18) But in fact God has placed the parts in the body, every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. 19) If they were all one part, where would the body be? 20) As it is, there are many parts, but one body.21) The eye cannot say to the hand, ‘I don't need you!' And the head cannot say to the feet, ‘I don't need you!' 22) On the contrary, those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, 23) and the parts that we think are less honourable we treat with special honour. And the parts that are unpresentable are treated with special modesty, 24) while our presentable parts need no special treatment. But God has put the body together, giving greater honour to the parts that lacked it, 25) so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. 26) If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honoured, every part rejoices with it.27) Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it.____________Recorded at North Site - 26Oct2025
Dan Tyler speaking on Love as part of the series Life Together, Church Membership Photo by Jamez Picard on Unsplash
Ryan talks with Jesse about his career in college ministry, the dynamics there and how they overlap with the way he seeks to live with his neighbors.
Speaker: Rustin Smith --- Bonhoeffer's wisdom for living in community.
Teacher: Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:04) - Free indee(00:04:18) - The Joy of the Lord(00:09:37) - Wonders of the Westgate Chapel Welcome(00:12:49) - WG12: 5 Ways to Participate in Missions(00:15:18) - Thanksgiving Mission 2019(00:25:46) - I sing praise to the King of Kings(00:31:05) - Three Things to Celebrate During Global Missions Focus Week(00:33:17) - God's offerings(00:35:08) - 4,000 Meals a Year(00:38:31) - A Week in the Life with Family(00:44:04) - Living Alone in the Christian Life(00:51:04) - Loneliness and the Christian Connection(00:58:33) - Paul on Diversity in the Body of Christ(01:05:37) - Acts 2: The Body of Christ(01:08:07) - The Spirit of God Moving Through the Church(01:14:21) - The Community of Christ(01:16:11) - Singing Our Community
This message explores Step Seven of the Twelve Steps—humbly asking God to remove our shortcomings—as a path toward genuine humility and transformation. We're reminded that growth takes time and that God works best through hearts that are open and willing. When we stop pretending, presuming, and pushing, we make room for God to use our struggles to shape our character and draw us closer to the person we're created to be. Fill-In Sermon Notes (https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=ByU6t_6aeg) Watch the Sermon (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BALyB661V38) Follow Acts 2: Website (https://acts2umc.org) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/acts2umc) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acts2umc) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjMQ3C5r50E8PGLwMvwuGQ) Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/acts2umc)
Speaker: David Burdis,Date: 5/10/2025,Title: Living the Christian Life, Together,Bible Passage: Hebrews 10:19-25,Series: Hebrews - Jesus is Better,https://richmondanglican.com.au/
Sunday 19th October 2025 - West and North SitesSunday 26th October 2025 - Central AM & PMSpeaker - Sam Taylor____________Sam continues our "Life Together" series, examining the importance of worshipping together - in so doing we become the Temple for the Lord to inhabit.____________Ephesians 2 v 18-2218 For through him we both have access to the Father by one Spirit.19) Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God's people and also members of his household, 20) built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone. 21) In him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. 22) And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.____________Recorded at Nort Site - 19Oct2025
How can you tell the difference between engaging God as a religion, and enjoying Godthrough a relationship. To sum it up in one word - the difference is GRACE. The Book ofGalatians helps Christians eradicate a religious approach to God from our lives, so thatwe can pursue a joyous relationship with Him. Let's learn to Let Grace Work.
1 Peter 5:1-14 What if we had to face the world alone? Shepherd the Flock of God Why do we need faithful leaders? Humble Yourselves under the Hand of God Why do we need one another? Stand Firm in the Grace of God Why do we need Christ?
Text, email, messenger, facetime, skype… you could go on and on with the various means we have to communicate with others in our world. And of course, there's still the option of meeting face-to-face. As Pastor Bill will remind us in today's message, we have an amazing privilege and responsibility before us in this life. We've been given new life in Christ, and we're surrounded by people who are drowning in their sin and sorrow. We need to get out there and share the hope we've found.
Text, email, messenger, facetime, skype… you could go on and on with the various means we have to communicate with others in our world. And of course, there's still the option of meeting face-to-face. As Pastor Bill will remind us in today's message, we have an amazing privilege and responsibility before us in this life. We've been given new life in Christ, and we're surrounded by people who are drowning in their sin and sorrow. We need to get out there and share the hope we've found.
Today Gary Smith looks at the importance of living together in unity.
This week on the Grafted podcast, Gabe explores the Life Together Journey and why community isn't just a nice add-on—it's where God does some of His best work in our lives. From the early church in Acts 2 to practical ways we experience connection today, we'll talk about overcoming barriers, carrying one another's burdens, and stepping into real relationships that transform us. Tune in to discover how you can live fully rooted in Christ and intertwined with others.
You're called to prophesy to the world around you. That doesn't mean you need a pulpit and a congregation. This means you need to share the Good News of the Gospel with the people in your community through your words and deeds. As Pastor Bill will point out in today's message, some in the Church make themselves busy in every other way possible, and the work they do is wonderful, but those activities and programs are only part of the picture. The focus needs to be on sharing Jesus.
You're called to prophesy to the world around you. That doesn't mean you need a pulpit and a congregation. This means you need to share the Good News of the Gospel with the people in your community through your words and deeds. As Pastor Bill will point out in today's message, some in the Church make themselves busy in every other way possible, and the work they do is wonderful, but those activities and programs are only part of the picture. The focus needs to be on sharing Jesus.
Real transformation begins when we stop trying to manage our own lives and become entirely ready for God to remove what holds us back. The journey of faith isn't about perfection but willingness—offering our character defects, fears, and defenses to God and trusting Him to bring change in His time. True freedom comes when we replace old habits with new ones rooted in love, humility, and joy. Fill-In Sermon Notes (https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=HJfs-U46lx) Watch the Sermon (https://youtu.be/2ke7aQ8j1y4) Follow Acts 2: Website (https://acts2umc.org) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/acts2umc) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acts2umc) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjMQ3C5r50E8PGLwMvwuGQ) Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/acts2umc)
“Doing Life Together Sunday” from www.vopwc.org by Pastor N. R. Taylor, Jr.. Released: 2025. Genre: Vocal. The post Doing Life Together Sunday appeared first on Voice Of Praise Worship Center.
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This is the fourth session in our Community series at Sojourn in October, 2025. Matt preached from 1 Corinthians 3:1-4 on staying in community for the long, slow, beautiful process of following Jesus.Sojourn is a church committed to the gospel in the context of family living on mission to the city of Portland and our world. For more info, visit our website, sojournpdx.org, or follow us on social media:@SojournPDX on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter
What does it mean to truly live life together as followers of Jesus?
A guest speaker finishes our Life Together series by talking about a believer's duty to evangelism or go and make disciples. Our modern-day reluctance to obey in this area is similar to the delayed obedience that the returning exiles showed in God's command for them to rebuild the temple. This message examines the heart and motives behind delayed obedience, and how we can, by God's grace, make a plan to delay no longer.Scripture: Haggai 1:1–11
Confession is the sacred act of telling the truth about ourselves — to God, to ourselves, and to another person — so that we can be set free. Step Five invites us to move from hiding to healing, discovering that our stories, no matter how broken, are still sacred and redeemable. Fill-In Sermon Notes (https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=r1CsyCpclg) Watch the Sermon (https://youtu.be/0i5Q6CIITPE) Watch the Full Worship Service (https://youtube.com/live/M5VuNo7GxxA?feature=share) Follow Acts 2: Website (https://acts2umc.org) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/acts2umc) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acts2umc) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjMQ3C5r50E8PGLwMvwuGQ) Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/acts2umc)
Joash Thomas and I go way back, nearly a decade, and today he is on the podcast talking to us about his new book "The Justice of Jesus: Reimagining Your Church's Life Together to Pursue Liberation and Wholeness"
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 In the second hour, he welcomes a brand new guest. Kerby speaks with Paul Gutacker. Dr. Gutacker brings us his book, Practicing Life Together, covering topics such as discipleship, Christian living, and theology. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on Twitter @PointofViewRTS with your opinions or comments. Looking for just […]
All throughout both the Old and New Testaments, we see a clear pattern of people in Scripture turning to prayer and fasting in times of uncertainty, brokenness, and need. And in those examples, we find that prayer and fasting are not just religious obligations but natural responses to desperation. And we find that moments of crisis can lead to spiritual renewal when approached with humility and dependence on God. And we find that whether you and I are facing the unknown road ahead or the ruins of life, the invitation is to pray and fast, recognizing that our deepest hunger can only be satisfied by God. SPEAKERS: Jay Kim (Saratoga), video (South Hills) Bible Passage(s): Ezra 8:21,23, Nehemiah 1:3-4
The New Creation | 2 Corinthians 5:13-21Jared Doe, Lead PastorDesert City ChurchPhoenix, AZ
Life brings pain, but God can transform it into redemptive growth when we face it honestly. By naming our grudges and fears, we open ourselves to God's healing power, discovering that nothing can separate us from His love. Fill-In Sermon Notes (https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=B1QNyApqle) Watch the Sermon (https://youtu.be/C_ezLzRf5FI) Watch the Full Worship Service (https://youtube.com/live/bratCdMUVpI?feature=share) Follow Acts 2: Website (https://acts2umc.org) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/acts2umc) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acts2umc) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjMQ3C5r50E8PGLwMvwuGQ) Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/acts2umc)
How far should love go to protect others? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Luke 17:1–10 to urge us to take sin as seriously as Jesus does.
1 Peter 4:8-9 | HospitalityTyler Ells, Family Life PastorDesert City ChurchPhoenix, AZ
All throughout both the Old and New Testaments, we see a clear pattern of people in Scripture turning to prayer and fasting in times of uncertainty, brokenness, and need. And in those examples, we find that prayer and fasting are not just religious obligations but natural responses to desperation. And we find that moments of crisis can lead to spiritual renewal when approached with humility and dependence on God. And we find that whether you and I are facing the unknown road ahead or the ruins of life, the invitation is to pray and fast, recognizing that our deepest hunger can only be satisfied by God. SPEAKERS: Jay Kim (Saratoga), video (South Hills) Bible Passage(s): Ezra 8:21,23, Nehemiah 1:3-4
We heard a testimony about what it means to turn one's life over to God's care, alongside a reflection on Step 3: deciding to entrust our will and lives to Christ. The message reminds us that surrender is not weakness but a bold act of faith—choosing to believe God is able to carry what we cannot. It encourages us to release our fears, lean on God's strength, and take the next step of trust in our own journeys. Fill-In Sermon Notes (https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=SkavApacgg) Watch the Sermon (https://youtu.be/xUC-9GdeUIg) Watch the Full Worship Service (https://youtube.com/live/YD8sd-PVpUM?feature=share) Follow Acts 2: Website (https://acts2umc.org) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/acts2umc) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/acts2umc) Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTjMQ3C5r50E8PGLwMvwuGQ) Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/acts2umc)
Journey Church Sunday Worship Gathering Audio - Bozeman, Montana
Bob Schwahn | Lead Pastor | September 21, 2025 Referenced Scripture: Romans 7:21-25, Romans 8:5-8, John 16:8, Romans 8:13, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Ephesians 4:30, 2 Corinthians 10:5, James 5:16, Galatians 6:7-9 Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Life Together, pg. 112 Sin demands to have a man by himself. It withdraws him from the community. The more isolated a person is, the more destructive will be the power of sin over him…. Sin wants to remain unknown. It shuns the light. In the darkness of the unexpressed it poisons the whole being of a person. Reflection Questions: Romans 7:21-25 21 So I find this law at work: Although I want to do good, evil is right there with me. For in my inner being I delight in God's law; but I see another law at work in me, waging war against the law of my mind and making me a prisoner of the law of sin at work within me. What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body that is subject to death? Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord!... 1. In Romans 7, Paul describes his internal battle with sin. How would you describe your own battle to overcome sin in your life? 2. Paul uses the term “flesh” to describe what we are battling against. How would you define “flesh” as Paul uses it in the Bible? 3. The battle is between our flesh and the Spirit. Paul says the battleground is the MIND. Why is the mind so important? How does sin often start in our mind(thoughts)? Explain. Romans 8:13For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live. 4. How can we put to death sin in our life by the power of the Holy Spirit? John 16:8When he comes, he will prove the world to be in the wrong (conviction) about sin and righteousness and judgment… Romans 8:1Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, 5. What is the difference between Conviction and Condemnation? Why is conviction a good thing and condemnation a bad thing? How can we experience conviction while at the same time not experience condemnation? 6. What does it mean to have our mind set on the “flesh”? Describe. Give examples. 7. What does it mean to have our mind set on the “Spirit”? What are things that the Spirit draws our attention to? 8. What is your mind set on? How can we know what our mind is set on? What's your next step? * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman
The letter of Romans strengthened the ancient church, brought reformation to the dark ages, has brought hope for 2000 years, and can change your life!Pastor Joel begins Part 3 of his message series in Romans, “Bold Faith That Lives.” This message of “Gospel Life Together” enters us into the book of Romans, chapter 12, verse 1, which starts a pivotal turning point. We find an answer to the question, “What difference does all this make?” We'll also look at how does this affect our relationship with each other in the body of Christ and our relationshp with wider society? What difference does this make when I go to work tomorrow morning or civil society and government? What is the overall mission for God and us, and how do we maintain unity with each other? So much to cover, let's listen in…This is a special four part series that will span the year of 2025. LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:• Recommended reading for this series• Discover Ministry Class• Download the free study guide, complete transcript, and show notes here.• Scripture References: Romans 12, verses 1-12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4; Acts 6; 1 Timothy 3; Deuteronomy 6; 1 Corinthians 12• Find out more about Covenant Church at covenantexperience.com
What must die before love can thrive? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper opens Romans 7:1–6 to show that real love begins when we die to the law's demands.
