De-Stress Part 5

November 19, 2023

  • Phillipians 4:12-13
  • Psalm 100:4
  • 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
  • Philippians 4:12-13
  • Philippians 4:8
  • Romans 12:2

Gene discusses the power of gratitude in overcoming challenges and finding contentment. He emphasizes the importance of being thankful in every situation and highlights how gratitude unlocks the door to God’s presence. Gene shares insights from Philippians 4:12-13, where Paul expresses contentment and strength through gratitude, even in difficult circumstances. The sermon also touches on the idea that gratitude makes what you have enough and reframes how you see the world. Gene shares a story of worshiping God in the midst of pain and encourages you to cultivate a spirit of gratitude in your life.

Are You Stuck?

November 5, 2023

Pastors Joe and Jen Dillard

  • John 18:17
  • John 18:25
  • John 21:15-17
  • Acts 2:40-41

Pastors Joe and Jen Dillard discuss the idea of being stuck in life and how to overcome it. They emphasize the need to turn to Jesus when feeling stuck and to follow His guidance. They use the example of Peter’s experiences to illustrate the process of getting unstuck, which includes recognizing external forces that keep us stuck, turning to Jesus for guidance and support, and finally, walking in our calling with Jesus. Acknowledge where you feel stuck and take steps to move forward with God’s help.

De-Stress Part 3

October 29, 2023

  • Matthew 26:36-44
  • Matthew 11:28-30
  • Galatians 5:1
  • Psalm 147:3
  • Psalm 34:18
  • Isaiah 61:1

The sermon discusses the issue of stress and how people often turn to various forms of self-medication to escape their pain and problems. While these coping mechanisms may provide temporary relief, they don’t address the root causes of the pain and stress. Instead, turn to God for healing and freedom. Gene references the story of Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus himself expressed a desire to escape the upcoming pain but ultimately submitted to God’s will. The sermon emphasizes the need to turn to God for healing and freedom from self-medication and addiction.