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Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchUnderstanding JesusMatthew 11:1-191. Doubt is part of an authentic faith journey, v.1-6• Jude 1:22How to have mercy on those who are doubting...a)Realize that doubt is part of deepened faithb)Don't manufacture answersc)Focus on essentials not non-essentialsd)Don't throw out everything over one thinge)Don't hurry people upf) Clarify the role sin plays in this process2. Truth tellers stand out in a culture of liars, v. 7-11Things that require explanation...1) “A reed shaken by the wind?”2) “A man dressed in soft clothing?”3) “Yet the one who is least in the Kingdom of heaven is greater then he.”• Matthew 13:16-173. The Kingdom is indestructibly present, v. 12-15• Malachi 4:5• Luke 1:16-174. Jesus came to fulfill prophecy not preferences, v. 16-19• Ephesians 5:15-21Seven characteristics of wisdom...1)time management2)experiences the will of God3)controls appetites4)experiences fullness5)worships6)practices gratitude7)submissionMental worship...1. Do you have questions about Christianity that are still unanswered?2. When is the last time you saw the Gospel?3. Was there a time in your life where you were more honest than you are now?4. Do you ever find it hard to speak up for the truth? Is that more about not knowing what to sayor not wanting to say it?5. Of the characteristics of wisdom, which most needs yourBe sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhy Jesus Is Not Safe For the Entire FamilyMatthew 10:34-421. Jesus came to bring heaven to bear on earth, v. 34“Do not think I have come to bring peace to the earth.”2. Jesus insists on being the affection priority, v. 35-37“Jesus talks in this radical, shocking, one-sided way often. He expects us to be startled,awakened, made serious. And then he expects us to put the proper boundaries around whathe's saying by remembering what he said elsewhere.” ~ John Piper• “See what kind of love the Father has given to us...”• Love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength and love your neighbor as you loveyourself.”• You shall have no other gods before me.• You shall not make for yourself a carved image or any likeness of anything in heaven or earth,or bow down to serve them.sus came to ensure everybody gets a cross, v. 38-39“The most obscene symbol in human history is the Cross; yet in its ugliness it remains the mosteloquent testimony to human dignity.” ~ R. C. Sproul• I John 3:14• I Timothy 6:17-19"This is not a fulfilling life. It's fulfilling from the sense of accomplishment, but it's not fulfillingfrom a sense of the deepest places of your heart. There's a lot of people that make it to whatthey thought was going to fulfill them in life and then you get there and all of a sudden, you getto number one in the world, and then they are like, what's the point? I really do believe thatbecause what is the point? ~ Scottie SchefflerMental worship...1. What has changed in how you think about Jesus since you came to faith? What needs tochange now in how you think about Jesus?2. Have you ever been seized by the power of a greater affection? If so, how do you describe itto people?3. Are your priorities and affections in the right order?4. Is there anything in you that you need to put to death?5. What do you think about when you look upon the Cross?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Pastor Neil continues the "GIVE ME THE FREEDOM" series with Part 2 of “FREEDOM THAT TRULY FREES US” from Galatians 5:13–15 God has called us to freedom, but true freedom is not about living for ourselves. It is about using the freedom Christ has given us to love and serve others. This message continues the challenge to put aside selfishness, walk in love and live out the freedom we have been given through Christ.

Pastor Neil continues the "GIVE ME THE FREEDOM" series with a message titled “YOU CAN OVERCOME” from Galatians 5:16–18 Paul reminds us that the Spirit and the flesh are in conflict, but we don't have to be controlled by the desires of the flesh. Through the power of the Holy Spirit we can overcome temptation, walk in freedom and live the life God has called us to live. Victory is possible when we choose to walk in the Spirit.

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow To Maximize The MomentMatthew 10:16-331. There is a purpose for the sending, v. 16Here Jesus says three things...a)be wise- intelligent, wiseb)be innocent- to be unmixedc)beware- to turn your mind or attention to, focus on2. There is a reason for the experience, v. 18Two things we have to understand in this verse...a)“for my sake”b)“to bear witness"3. Practice received speech, v. 19-204. Hardship reveals the quality of all relationships, v. 21-225. To be Christlike is to suffer, v. 24-25• Hebrews 5:7-10Three things about suffering...a)Suffering is a reflection of our identity- “although he was a son...”b)Suffering is painful learning- "he learned obedience"c)Suffering accomplishes things in us that nothing else can- “And being made perfect...”6. Don't waste your fear, v. 26-33Mental worship...1. Would you consider yourself “unmixed” in relation to evil?2. What have you learned from your suffering?3. When is the last time you experienced “received speech?”4. How has hardship affected the quality of your relationships?5. What has to happen in your life for you to acknowledge Jesus in any and all circumstancesbefore anybody?6. Do you waste your fear? If so, on what?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Welcome to the weekly podcasts from Senior Pastor Neil Cameron and Apex Church. We believe in relevant, life-changing teaching and application of the Bible. Hear the inspiring messages from our Sunday services and special events.

Season 7, Episode 31 Jesus has a purpose for all believers. Not just ministers; all believers! Walking out that purpose means taking steps of faith along the way, moving past places of discomfort and continually saying yes to the invitations God gives to follow Him. Learn more from the pastors in today's episode! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Provision of ProclamationMatthew 10:1-151. The power, v. 1-4• Authority is the ability or strength one is given, which they either possess or exercise; thepower of authoritative influence which derives from birth.• 2 Corinthians 4:72. The people, v. 5-6Four things to helps us think rightly about these people...a)It's not about “saved” versus “unsaved Israelitesb)Refers to people who've gone through some stuffc)They needed something but thought it was too late to get itd)Their leadership had failed them3. The proclamation, v. 7• Matthew 4:17• Matthew 4:23• Matthew 5:3• Matthew 6:10• Matthew 6:33• Matthew 7:21• Matthew 9:35• Matthew 24:14Reducing the gospel strictly to a transactional arrangement for forgiveness removes the naturalmandate for discipleship, leaving Christians with a mechanism for getting into heaven withoutany actual transformation of character.” ~ Dallas Willard4. The provision, v. 8-15Mental worship...1. Do you see things more as an opportunity or an indication?2. Could you explain Christianity to someone without mentioning the Cross, Jesus dying forpeople and forgiveness?3. What could you do this week that would demonstrate the joyful reality of the Kingdom?4. What does your actual lived out life proclaim?5. If you could only pray one prayer as a result of what you heard today, what would that prayerbe? Would you pray it right now?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Season 7, Episode 30 Many Christians talk about going through storms in life, but what exactly is a storm? A storm is something that comes and tries to attack or take away the promises of God. These attacks can come from the world, your flesh, or the devil. When we learn to recognize them, we can find God's promise to hold onto and keep standing firmly! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

CLCC - A Summer of Revival -  Week#5 Vision Without a vision people cast off restraint. Without a vision people perish. We want you to ask the Lord for a vision for yourself and your family, from God's perspective. We are promised in Acts 2:17 and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams. Vision is God's idea! What God shows you, you can have faith for. https://www.instagram.com/cedarlake_cc/

Pastor Neil continues the "GIVE ME THE FREEDOM" series with a message titled “FREEDOM THAT TRULY FREES US” from Galatians 5:13–15 The freedom Christ gives is not a license to live for ourselves but an invitation to serve one another through love. Paul reminds us that true freedom is found when we walk in obedience to God and put others before ourselves. This message will challenge us to use our freedom to glorify Christ and reflect His love in every relationship.

Sometimes having faith requires waiting. Faith as small as a mustard seed can take time to grow, but just because we can't always see it, doesn't mean it is not growing. 

Season 7, Episode 29 Today, the pastors are discussing Jesus' parable about the man who built his house on a rock. Hearing the Word and applying it in our lives is the firm foundation we can build our lives upon that no matter what happens, our foundation will stay strong! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

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Pastor Neil continues the "GIVE ME THE FREEDOM" series with a message titled “STAND FIRM” from Galatians 5:1 Christ has set us free for a purpose, and Paul urges believers to stand firm in that freedom and refuse to be bound again by the yoke of slavery. This message will encourage us to remain faithful to God's truth, resist the pull of legalism and compromise and confidently walk in the freedom Christ has already secured for us.

What impact can I do to make a difference in our nation and beyond? How can I stand firm and share Jesus to the world?Join us at our Saturday Night Service as we celebrate Missions Month with our series, "Live Your Purpose: Go Beyond."Want to get connected? Chat us at these ff links:➡️ m.me/CCFMain➡️ m.me/BeOneWithGod➡️ m.me/ElevateMain

Pastor Neil continues the "GIVE ME THE FREEDOM" series with a message titled “IT'S TIME TO GROW UP” from Galatians 3:27–4:1 Through Christ we have been adopted into God's family and given an incredible inheritance as His children. Yet Paul reminds us that there comes a time to grow in our faith and begin living in the freedom and maturity that belong to sons and daughters of God. This message will challenge us to move beyond spiritual infancy and walk confidently in our identity in Christ.

Pastor Neil continues the "GIVE ME THE FREEDOM" series with a message titled “SPELL BOUND AND CURSED TO FORGIVEN AND SET FREE” from Galatians 3:1–3 Paul warns the Galatian believers not to be deceived into turning from the freedom found in Christ back to trusting in their own efforts. This message will reveal how easily we can become distracted from the truth of the gospel and remind us that we are forgiven and set free by God's grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone.

Season 7, Episode 28 In today's episode, Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason are back together again to discuss what it means to be planted in the Lord. While we're on the earth, we have to deal with flesh, the devil, and the world, but when we are firmly planted, we can overcome them all! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

Victory begins when we deal with an orphan mentality, often referred to as an orphan spirit. When we receive the love of the Father it changes everything. We can't do enough to earn God's love because His love is freely given. But insecurity, fear and  self-rejection can be signs of a deeper spiritual conclusion that you must work harder to earn God's love and favor. Nothing could be further from the TRUTH and that TRUTH will set you free.    https://www.instagram.com/cedarlake_cc/

Season 7, Episode 27 The foundation to praying and interceding for your country, or for anything, is knowing your identity in Christ and what you and your nation are called to! Once you have that foundation, the next important thing is keeping focused in your prayers. You don't have to be someone famous to make a difference, you just need to hear the word of the Lord! Pastor Gwen and Pastor Heather teach about this and more in today's episode! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

Everyone lives with expectation. Some expect the best while others expect the worst. Some people expect nothing at all because disappointment has robbed them of hope. Let God's Word challenge you to raise your level of expectation. https://www.instagram.com/cedarlake_cc/

Every believer needs times of renewal and refreshing. We are praying for spiritual awakening and revival for our congregation, community and country. We hope you will join us. Listen and be challenged by Pastor Neil Hopper's message on a  "Summer of Revival" https://www.instagram.com/cedarlake_cc/

Season 7, Episode 26 There's no nation that God doesn't have a good plan and purpose for, and you can be a part of that coming to pass! Praying for your country or any country that God puts on your heart is about learning to possess where God has given you. Learn more as Pastor Gwen discusses with Pastor Heather in today's episode! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchFour Habits of Jesus We Should ImitateMatthew 9:35-381. Where He went, v. 35aPreference asks, “What would I like to do?”Responsibility asks, “What needs to get done?”2. What He did, v. 35bJesus' ministry consisted of three things...a) teaching in their synagogues2 Timothy 3:16Notice these four words...• teaching• reproof• correction• training in righteousnessb) proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom•c) healing every disease and affliction3. How He felt, v. 364. What He prayed, v. 37Laborers embrace two things...a)the harvest is plentifulb) there is a Lord of the harvestMental worship...1. Do your life choices reflect your preferences or your responsibility?2. How does a person proclaim the gospel of the Kingdom in today's culture?3. Do you see the Bible as helpful or hurtful to the true desires of your heart?4. Are you known for your compassion? If not, what emotion are you known for?5. Are you willing to be the answer to your prayers?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Season 7, Episode 25 In this special episode, Pastor Gwen is joined again by her assistant, Abigail, to share more about their recent mission trip to Pakistan! God moved mightily and touched the people there. You will be blessed by hearing some of the testimonies and seeing some photos of the trip! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchInterruptions, Authority & The Unforgivable SinMatthew 9:32-341. Jesus was interruptible, v. 32“As they were going away...” v. 32“And as Jesus passed on from there...” v. 27“While he was saying these things to them...”v. 18“Then the disciples of John came to him...” v. 14“As Jesus passed on from there...” v. 9“And getting into the boat he crossed over...” v. 1Think of it like this...experiences ≠ LifeLife = experiences2. Sometimes the spiritual manifests itself in the physical, v. 32Revelation 12:7-12Four things to appropriate over your families...a)the salvation of Godb) the power of Godc)the kingdom of Godd) the authority of ChristTwo things you use to conquer the enemy...a)the blood of the Lambb) the word of your testimonyWhat is the difference between oppression and possession?Oppression- this is external pressure, demonic forces seek to oppress usexternally. The person has full control of their faculties. Paul's thorn in the flesh isa great example.Possession- this is internal control. A person loses control of themselves. Peopleopen the door to this through occult involvement, witchcraft, astrology, unresolvedtrauma, habitual sin, unforgiveness and unresolved anger are all examples ofopen doors.Ephesians 4:26-27Can a Christian be possessed?I Corinthians 6:19-20-Ephesians 4:30I John 4:43. There is an unforgivable sin, v. 34Matthew 12:22-32Mental worship...1. Are you interruptible? How do you most often respond?2. Do you think your experiences will produce the Life you were created for?3. Are your experiences more your ideas or God's?4. Is your faith corporate or personal?5. How often do you think about the three dimensions of life: physical, emotionaland spiritual?6. Is there anything that you think you won't be forgiven for and on what basis doyou believe that?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Love never fails! How many of you have heard that before? It comes from 1 Corinthians 13:8, and it is a sure promise. In this sermon, learn more from Pastor Neil about how to have the love of God impact your life! To watch the full service, click here: https://youtube.com/live/3z7sVthIViE?feature=share 

Season 7, Episode 24 In this special episode, Pastor Gwen is joined by her assistant, Abigail, to share about their recent trip to Pakistan! In this first part, they share about gifts and callings. God created you with gifts and talents for you to use while on this earth, and you can discover what they are! Special thanks to Evangelist Adnan Maqsood and Vision Ministries for allowing us to partner with you on this mission to Pakistan! Pakistan is being saved! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow Faith Becomes FameMatthew 9:27-311. Knowing informs how we relate, v. 27• 2 Samuel 7:12-162. Our experiences require belief, v. 28• Mark 9:19-24Differences in belief and faith...a)Belief is about information while faith is about application.b)Belief is agreeing but faith is experiencing.c)Belief is internal but faith is external.• James 2:193. Faith shapes our expectations, v. 29Five things to do when your faith feels small...a)look atb)look inc)look aroundd)look oute)look back4. The goal of faith is fame, v. 30-31Mental worship...1. What do you do regularly to increase your knowledge of God?2. Do you believe in God or do you actually have faith in Him?3. Do your prayers express your need or your faith?4. What questions will you ask because of what you heard today?5. Is there anything in your life that you cannot not talk about?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

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Season 7, Episode 23 For the past couple of weeks, the pastors have been talking about what it's like to live a Spirit-filled life. We can't produce the work of the Holy Spirit within us by our own ability. It flows from our spirits, not from our minds. You don't have to try and understand it mentally; you just have to put your confidence in Him! That Spirit life will begin to flow, and transformation will take place from the inside out. The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

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Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptists ChurchThe Consequences of FaithMatthew 9:18-341. Our faith should inform our choices, v. 18-19He does three things...a)he acknowledges- “and knelt before him”b)he asks- “come and lay your hand on her”c)he believes- “and she will live”2. Anyone who doesn't feel invited is welcomed, v. 20-22How we develop a negative head space...a)we all tend to calibrate to our experiencesb)our experiences affect what we think about ourselvesc)what you think about yourself informs how you relate to the worldMalachi 4:23. The way we think about death changes, v. 23-26Matthew 13:53-58Mental worship...1. What is the last choice your faith caused you to make?2. What do you do non-verbally to acknowledge who God is?3. Does what you say to yourself match what Jesus says about you?4. How does your faith inform and influence how you think about death?5. Who in your life really sees you?6. Do you need to start believing something or stop believing something in order to strengthenyour faith?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Season 7, Episode 22 If you let your flesh do what it wants, it will automatically sin. But the Word says that the law of the spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made us free from the law of sin and death! God wants to help us learn to walk in spirit life and receive the freedom He has for us. The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhy New is Better Than BetterMatthew 9:14-171. Jesus came to be enjoyed, v. 15aQ. 1. What is the chief end of man?A. 1 Man's chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him forever.Matthew 11:16-192. Fasting is an expression of lament and longing, v. 14-15Psalm 13Four questions to restore your perspective...a. What am I trusting in?b. What am I rejoicing over?c. What am I singing?d. What am I remembering?3. Jesus came to bring new not better, v. 16-17Romans 6:1-4Revelation 21:1-5Mental worship...1. Is your problem that you sin too much or that you don't enjoy God enough?2. Who or what do you most often turn to when you get tired of waiting on God?3. Who in your life is tired of your efforts to get better?4. What are you trusting in, rejoicing over, singing and remembering?5. Where do you need to replace better with new?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Sunday, May 31 | Pastor Neil Spencer by Coastline Productions

God created humans to be in relationship with Him and with each other! Right from when God created Adam, He said it wasn't good for man to be alone, and He created another human, Eve. Be encouraged by Pastor Neil's sermon to deepen your relationship with God! To watch the full service, click here: https://youtube.com/live/-oFSDUEsusQ?feature=share 

Season 7, Episode 21 God tells us in His Word that He sometimes speaks to people through dreams and visions, but it is important that we learn what the Bible has to say about them. In today's episode, the pastors discuss some Biblical guidelines for dreams, visions, and prophecy! The Pastor's Table is a digital series by the pastors of Celebration Life Church. Pastor Gwen, Pastor Anne, Pastor Neil, and Pastor Jason discuss the Word of God and common questions that come across a pastor's desk. You will learn and be strengthened as you watch!

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Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhy Sick Sinners Get Jesus and He ThemMatthew 9:9-131. Everybody moves towards God at a different pace, v. 9Following Jesus involves two things:a)glory orientationb)experiencesLuke 5:27-282. New converts are the most intentional with the faith, v. 10Ephesians 2:11-13• no capacity• no real Community• nothing beyond you to look forward to• positivity but no real hope• a gnawing alonenessB: Begin with prayerL: ListenE: EatS: ServeS: Story3. Our lives should require explanation, v. 11-13Mental worship...1. How do you expose your non-Christian friends to Jesus?2. Are you more known for talking or listening?3. If you were going to throw a party and all the guests were going to be people just like you, what kind of people would fill the room?4. How do you serve the people you profess to love?5. Does your definition of “great” come close to how God defines greatness?6. How often do you eat with “tax collectors and sinners?”Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Mother's must learn to respond in "HIS ability". It is a grace given for the calling, just like any other calling. https://www.instagram.com/cedarlake_cc/

Pastor Neil Spencer | May 17, 2026 by Coastline Productions

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchHow Jesus Operates In This WorldMatthew 9:1-81. What Jesus see informs what He does, v. 2 & 42 Chronicles 16:92. What Jesus does is in response to faith, v. 2Faith is...• characterized by assurance and conviction, v. 1• produces a sacrificial lifestyle, v. 4• causes me to believe in God's existence, v. 6• empowers me to act out of keeping with culture, v. 7• allows me to obey without knowing all the details, v. 8• makes me believe beyond my circumstances, v. 11• makes delayed gratification doable, v. 13-16• allows me to make hard sacrifices, v. 17• means I can speak future blessings over my children now, v. 20• makes me capable of worshipping until my last breath, v. 21Luke 18:83. Jesus starts with the biggest need, v. 24. Jesus came to change what we know, v. 3-8Two things Jesus wants us to know...a) Who I am- “Son of Man”• Daniel 7:13-14b) What I have the authority to do- “forgive sins”Mental worship...1. Does Jesus see enough faith in you to speak into your situation?2. Can you discern between your loudest need and your biggest need?3. How can people know that you understand what it means for your sins to be forgiven?4. Is what you know about Jesus changing? If so, how?5. What did you hear this morning that you need to chew on some more this week?Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

Pastor Neil Spencer | Sunday, April 26 by Coastline Productions

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Authoritative Nature of Biblical FaithMatthew 8:23-271. Following is essential to discipleship, v. 23John 6:60-69“Zoe is the absolute fullness of life; life real and genuine, a life active and vigorous, devoted toGod, blessed, in the portion even in this world of those who put their trust in Christ, but after theresurrection to be consummated by new experiences, among them a more perfect body, and tolast for ever."2. Faith makes it possible to live out of sync with your circumstances, v. 24-25James 1:2-4Four things about storms...a)storms alter the way we relate to God, v. 25b)storms speed us up emotionally, v. 25c)storms expose the relationship of fear and faith, v. 26d)storms are the context of discipleship, v. 26Proverbs 4:73. Fear is an invitation to a transformed view of God, v. 27Mental worship...1. Is your life shaped more by consequences (negative) or experiences (positive)?2. Do you relate to God on the basis of what you need Him to do or as you know Him to be?3. Does your response to the storms in your life convict anyone?4. When going through a difficult time, do you experience God to be helpful?5. Can you see fear changing the way you see God? If so, how?

Pastor Neil Spencer | Sunday April 19 by Coastline Productions

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Clarity and Priority of Following JesusMatthew 8:18-221. Jesus wants disciples not a crowd, v. 18• Matthew 8:14-17Two things that drew a crowd...a)spiritual authorityb)physical dominion• Luke 14:25-272. To follow means to experience, v. 19-20• John 15:18-213. Following interrupts timing, v. 21-22“I have now to ask whether you can consent to part with your daughter early next spring, to seeher no more in this world ? Whether you can consent to her departure to a heathen land, andher subjection to the hardships and sufferings of a missionary life? Whether you can consent toher exposure to the dangers of the ocean; to the fatal influence of the southern climate of India;to every kind of want and distress; to degradation, insult, persecution, and perhaps a violentdeath? Can you consent to all this, for the sake of Him who left His heavenly home and died forher and for you; for the sake of perishing, immortal souls; for the sake of Zion and the glory ofGod? Can you consent to all this, in hope of soon meeting your daughter in the world of glory,with a crown of righteousness brightened by the acclamations of praise which shall resound toher Savior from heathens saved, through her means, from eternal woe and despair?”-Adoniram JudsonMental worship...1. Do you ever think of yourself in terms of having spiritual authority and physical dominion?2. Can you remember a negative Christlike experience that you had and how did you respond?3. How would your mental health be affected if you saw your negative experiences as aChristlike experience?4. Do you ever wonder if God's plan for your kids is different than yours?5. Is there anything you've told God you would do when ____________ happens?

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Questions of EasterI Corinthians 15:1-111. What is the Gospel? v. 1-2Six experiences with the Gospel...1) preached to you2) you received it3) in which you stand4) by which you are being saved5) if you hold fast6) unless you believed in vain2. What is important or ultimate, v. 3-7Here is what the good news says is important...a)Christ died for our sins“The wisdom of God has ordained a way for the love of God to deliver us from thewrath of God without compromising the justice of God.”- John Pipera)b) He was buriedb) c). He was raisedThe resurrection means two things:1) the death of Jesus was enough2) we get to live a new lifeRomans 6:4d) He appeared3. Is the Bible reliable and can it be trusted? v. 3-4“...in accordance with the Scriptures.”Examples of the Bible's reliability...1) historical reliability2) internal consistency3) spiritual authenticity4) prophetic reliability5) scientific reliabilityEcclesiastes 1:7Psalm 1:1-34. Does your past feel bigger than your future? v. 8-9I Corinthians 15:10Mental worship...1 Does the Gospel alter or affect the way you actually live your life?2 Who or what has clarified your view of what is important?3 How often do you experience this “newness of life” the Bible talks about?4 Are there areas of your life where its hard to trust the Bible?5 Do you have a “because” that you think disqualifies you from the promises of theGospel?

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchWhat Jesus Really Came To DoLuke 19:28-441. Everybody plays a role in what God is doing, v. 28-342. Jesus comes on a mission for God, v. 35-39⁃ Zechariah 9:9Four reasons it matters that biblical prophecy is fulfilled...a)it demonstrates the Bible to be divinely inspiredb)proves that God is sovereign over human historyc)confirms Jesus as the Messiahd)gives us hope as it relates to the future⁃ Luke 9:21-22⁃ Luke 9:43-45⁃ Luke 18:31-343. Not understanding Jesus is consequential, v. 41-44v. 42- “Would that you, even you, had known on this day the things that make for peace!”Mental worship...1. Do you feel as if your life and possessions play a role in what God is doing.2. How much does God have to say before you can let go of something you really value?3. How does the fulfillment of prophecy and the reality of provision affect your faith?4. What is it about Jesus that people don't understand and how would you explain it to them?5. Is there anything about Jesus that you don't understand?