https://communityofhope.church/sermon daily 0.75 2026-03-29 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x-9ygxs-sytf3-h3kdm-k5jcp-47efk-tak3w-r4l7z monthly 0.5 2026-03-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/17240a09-f2c4-4a34-ad49-3a2c64dced60/I+Believe+Sermon+Series.jpg Sermon Series - 03-29-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x-9ygxs-sytf3-h3kdm-k5jcp-47efk-tak3w monthly 0.5 2026-03-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/17240a09-f2c4-4a34-ad49-3a2c64dced60/I+Believe+Sermon+Series.jpg Sermon Series - 03-22-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x-9ygxs-sytf3-h3kdm-k5jcp-47efk monthly 0.5 2026-03-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/17240a09-f2c4-4a34-ad49-3a2c64dced60/I+Believe+Sermon+Series.jpg Sermon Series - 03-15-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x-9ygxs-sytf3-h3kdm-k5jcp monthly 0.5 2026-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/17240a09-f2c4-4a34-ad49-3a2c64dced60/I+Believe+Sermon+Series.jpg Sermon Series - 03-08-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x-9ygxs-sytf3-h3kdm monthly 0.5 2026-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/17240a09-f2c4-4a34-ad49-3a2c64dced60/I+Believe+Sermon+Series.jpg Sermon Series - 03-01-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x-9ygxs-sytf3 monthly 0.5 2026-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/17240a09-f2c4-4a34-ad49-3a2c64dced60/I+Believe+Sermon+Series.jpg Sermon Series - 02-22-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x-9ygxs monthly 0.5 2026-02-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/3bae3361-42e9-4020-8dfd-cdc38ebcba02/Treasures+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-15-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw-6dl2x monthly 0.5 2026-02-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/3bae3361-42e9-4020-8dfd-cdc38ebcba02/Treasures+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-08-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96-pdncw monthly 0.5 2026-02-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/3bae3361-42e9-4020-8dfd-cdc38ebcba02/Treasures+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-01-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6-7bt96 monthly 0.5 2026-01-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8c82f750-15f5-4dd3-94e4-48c8bf5cd25d/21+days+of+Prayer+2026.jpg Sermon Series - 01-25-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b-n6dz6 monthly 0.5 2026-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8c82f750-15f5-4dd3-94e4-48c8bf5cd25d/21+days+of+Prayer+2026.jpg Sermon Series - 01-18-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd-dad5b monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8c82f750-15f5-4dd3-94e4-48c8bf5cd25d/21+days+of+Prayer+2026.jpg Sermon Series - 01-11-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42-h3abd monthly 0.5 2026-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8c82f750-15f5-4dd3-94e4-48c8bf5cd25d/21+days+of+Prayer+2026.jpg Sermon Series - 01-04-26 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy-xzc42 monthly 0.5 2025-12-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1765106987483-GJTHGEE3EVL1CI79PHET/Family+Christmas+-+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-21-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst-xy9jy monthly 0.5 2025-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1765106987483-GJTHGEE3EVL1CI79PHET/Family+Christmas+-+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-14-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5-l7cst monthly 0.5 2025-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1765106987483-GJTHGEE3EVL1CI79PHET/Family+Christmas+-+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-07-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg-x4xh5 monthly 0.5 2025-12-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/eb90a14c-247a-471a-9d1c-64b623032282/Advent+Awakening.jpg Sermon Series - 11-30-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c-fnleg monthly 0.5 2025-11-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e739e0c-4e5c-46be-8cad-5b6a6bd8923d/Dinner+with+Jesus+-+Web+-+Compressed.jpg Sermon Series - 11-23-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj-g8w8c monthly 0.5 2025-11-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e739e0c-4e5c-46be-8cad-5b6a6bd8923d/Dinner+with+Jesus+-+Web+-+Compressed.jpg Sermon Series - 11-16-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar-ph5bj monthly 0.5 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e739e0c-4e5c-46be-8cad-5b6a6bd8923d/Dinner+with+Jesus+-+Web+-+Compressed.jpg Sermon Series - 11-09-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw-fjcar monthly 0.5 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e739e0c-4e5c-46be-8cad-5b6a6bd8923d/Dinner+with+Jesus+-+Web+-+Compressed.jpg Sermon Series - 11-02-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz-m8bkw monthly 0.5 2025-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ad0c13fd-2e5b-4b3b-ae57-e338230399a8/The+Weird+Stuff-05.jpg Sermon Series - 10-26-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/tyhyl654ca3y7xz monthly 0.5 2025-10-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ad0c13fd-2e5b-4b3b-ae57-e338230399a8/The+Weird+Stuff-05.jpg Sermon Series - 10-19-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn-bbw4z-bdeds-zmtfw-9pd7y-3yaz8-cch47-hjhf5 monthly 0.5 2025-10-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ad0c13fd-2e5b-4b3b-ae57-e338230399a8/The+Weird+Stuff-05.jpg Sermon Series - 10-12-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn-bbw4z-bdeds-zmtfw-9pd7y-3yaz8-cch47 monthly 0.5 2025-10-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ad0c13fd-2e5b-4b3b-ae57-e338230399a8/The+Weird+Stuff-05.jpg Sermon Series - 10-05-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn-bbw4z-bdeds-zmtfw-9pd7y-3yaz8 monthly 0.5 2025-09-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96e2c6b4-93a1-44cb-aabb-9371b1c4eff0/Under+the+Circumstance+-+Web+Subtitle.jpg Sermon Series - 09-28-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn-bbw4z-bdeds-zmtfw-9pd7y monthly 0.5 2025-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96e2c6b4-93a1-44cb-aabb-9371b1c4eff0/Under+the+Circumstance+-+Web+Subtitle.jpg Sermon Series - 09-21-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn-bbw4z-bdeds-zmtfw monthly 0.5 2025-09-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96e2c6b4-93a1-44cb-aabb-9371b1c4eff0/Under+the+Circumstance+-+Web+Subtitle.jpg Sermon Series - 09-14-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn-bbw4z-bdeds monthly 0.5 2025-09-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96e2c6b4-93a1-44cb-aabb-9371b1c4eff0/Under+the+Circumstance+-+Web+Subtitle.jpg Sermon Series - 09-07-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn-bbw4z monthly 0.5 2025-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9d344c1a-f95a-4e15-aa43-e84bf4719204/August+2025.jpg Sermon Series - 08-31-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy-29nbn monthly 0.5 2025-08-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9d344c1a-f95a-4e15-aa43-e84bf4719204/August+2025.jpg Sermon Series - 08-24-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8-mxjpy monthly 0.5 2025-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9d344c1a-f95a-4e15-aa43-e84bf4719204/August+2025.jpg Sermon Series - 08-17-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk-k7dy8 monthly 0.5 2025-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9d344c1a-f95a-4e15-aa43-e84bf4719204/August+2025.jpg Sermon Series - 08-10-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e-jdytk monthly 0.5 2025-08-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/308e1728-2640-4ab1-b9e0-ecf9940f34f9/Copy+of+made+new+%281920+x+1080+px%29.jpg Sermon Series - 08-03-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w-73y6e monthly 0.5 2025-07-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/308e1728-2640-4ab1-b9e0-ecf9940f34f9/Copy+of+made+new+%281920+x+1080+px%29.jpg Sermon Series - 07-27-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk-h428w monthly 0.5 2025-07-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/308e1728-2640-4ab1-b9e0-ecf9940f34f9/Copy+of+made+new+%281920+x+1080+px%29.jpg Sermon Series - 07-20-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke-538bk monthly 0.5 2025-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/308e1728-2640-4ab1-b9e0-ecf9940f34f9/Copy+of+made+new+%281920+x+1080+px%29.jpg Sermon Series - 07-13-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2-wd5ke monthly 0.5 2025-07-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ab104552-6c2a-4bf5-bee0-4abcf4475c6e/One+Book+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 07-06-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l-w3yp2 monthly 0.5 2025-06-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ab104552-6c2a-4bf5-bee0-4abcf4475c6e/One+Book+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 06-29-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt-zae7l monthly 0.5 2025-06-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ab104552-6c2a-4bf5-bee0-4abcf4475c6e/One+Book+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 06-22-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx-jkjyt monthly 0.5 2025-06-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ab104552-6c2a-4bf5-bee0-4abcf4475c6e/One+Book+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 06-15-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w-kawrx monthly 0.5 2025-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ab104552-6c2a-4bf5-bee0-4abcf4475c6e/One+Book+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 06-08-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4-wdl7w monthly 0.5 2025-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ab104552-6c2a-4bf5-bee0-4abcf4475c6e/One+Book+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 06-01-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf-fdsp4 monthly 0.5 2025-05-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9322c110-97a4-4510-a0d9-5a74cdbad038/Powerless+-+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-18-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp-9h7xf monthly 0.5 2025-05-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9322c110-97a4-4510-a0d9-5a74cdbad038/Powerless+-+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-11-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g-6njnp monthly 0.5 2025-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9322c110-97a4-4510-a0d9-5a74cdbad038/Powerless+-+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-04-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r-ydn2g monthly 0.5 2025-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/9322c110-97a4-4510-a0d9-5a74cdbad038/Powerless+-+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-27-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj-h9m9r monthly 0.5 2025-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/03ffab10-4871-4efa-84c1-fa469d35c377/Famous+Last+Words+-+Web+ENG+.jpg Sermon Series - 04-13-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs-6k8nj monthly 0.5 2025-04-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/03ffab10-4871-4efa-84c1-fa469d35c377/Famous+Last+Words+-+Web+ENG+.jpg Sermon Series - 04-06-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79-ty8cs monthly 0.5 2025-03-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/03ffab10-4871-4efa-84c1-fa469d35c377/Famous+Last+Words+-+Web+ENG+.jpg Sermon Series - 03-30-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y-d6k79 monthly 0.5 2025-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/03ffab10-4871-4efa-84c1-fa469d35c377/Famous+Last+Words+-+Web+ENG+.jpg Sermon Series - 03-23-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3-mer6y monthly 0.5 2025-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/03ffab10-4871-4efa-84c1-fa469d35c377/Famous+Last+Words+-+Web+ENG+.jpg Sermon Series - 03-16-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5-cklt3 monthly 0.5 2025-03-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/03ffab10-4871-4efa-84c1-fa469d35c377/Famous+Last+Words+-+Web+ENG+.jpg Sermon Series - 03-09-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/4wbpny7jpsnysp5 monthly 0.5 2025-03-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/03ffab10-4871-4efa-84c1-fa469d35c377/Famous+Last+Words+-+Web+ENG+.jpg Sermon Series - 03-02-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn-p54rn-h2ta2-my83g-jn5c5-wdjja-eyhne-cea6p monthly 0.5 2025-02-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1090bd66-8758-4840-944d-63bee1483bb6/Faith+Like+A+Child+-+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 02-23-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn-p54rn-h2ta2-my83g-jn5c5-wdjja-eyhne monthly 0.5 2025-02-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1090bd66-8758-4840-944d-63bee1483bb6/Faith+Like+A+Child+-+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 02-16-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn-p54rn-h2ta2-my83g-jn5c5-wdjja monthly 0.5 2025-02-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1090bd66-8758-4840-944d-63bee1483bb6/Faith+Like+A+Child+-+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 02-09-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn-p54rn-h2ta2-my83g-jn5c5 monthly 0.5 2025-02-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1090bd66-8758-4840-944d-63bee1483bb6/Faith+Like+A+Child+-+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 02-02-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn-p54rn-h2ta2-my83g monthly 0.5 2025-01-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1736098400614-NJOXPRGQIY53LQIPFNI4/21+Days+of+Prayer+2025+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-26-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn-p54rn-h2ta2 monthly 0.5 2025-01-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1736098400614-NJOXPRGQIY53LQIPFNI4/21+Days+of+Prayer+2025+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-19-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn-p54rn monthly 0.5 2025-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1736098400614-NJOXPRGQIY53LQIPFNI4/21+Days+of+Prayer+2025+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-12-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d-jsyjn monthly 0.5 2025-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1736098400614-NJOXPRGQIY53LQIPFNI4/21+Days+of+Prayer+2025+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-05-25 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj-7yp4d monthly 0.5 2024-12-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1733673186701-MP9IZP8DFPND287VPY9M/Wonder+-+Web+-+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 12-15-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k-fhfnj monthly 0.5 2024-12-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1733673186701-MP9IZP8DFPND287VPY9M/Wonder+-+Web+-+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 12-08-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk-kz53k monthly 0.5 2024-11-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/af0f3b18-3f89-41ae-a91f-4c16acbe37b7/Flourish+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-24-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc-66snk monthly 0.5 2024-11-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/af0f3b18-3f89-41ae-a91f-4c16acbe37b7/Flourish+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-17-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx-lpjwc monthly 0.5 2024-11-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/724b407c-ef4e-4066-8b88-be1cf58797ec/We+the+People-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-10-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx-s8emx monthly 0.5 2024-11-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/724b407c-ef4e-4066-8b88-be1cf58797ec/We+the+People-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-03-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9-slllx monthly 0.5 2024-10-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/724b407c-ef4e-4066-8b88-be1cf58797ec/We+the+People-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-27-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g-jlyr9 monthly 0.5 2024-10-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/724b407c-ef4e-4066-8b88-be1cf58797ec/We+the+People-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-20-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m-dbc8g monthly 0.5 2024-10-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ea64c881-b827-489a-91d2-300641628a13/The+Friends+You+Need-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-13-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3-2nt8m monthly 0.5 2024-10-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ea64c881-b827-489a-91d2-300641628a13/The+Friends+You+Need-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-06-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk-tjxy3 monthly 0.5 2024-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ea64c881-b827-489a-91d2-300641628a13/The+Friends+You+Need-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-29-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha-rhlpk monthly 0.5 2024-09-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ea64c881-b827-489a-91d2-300641628a13/The+Friends+You+Need-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-22-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n-ax6ha monthly 0.5 2024-09-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/ea64c881-b827-489a-91d2-300641628a13/The+Friends+You+Need-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-15-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65-bl43n monthly 0.5 2024-09-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e9b7779-950c-41de-96ad-38f39b917269/What+Am+I+Here+For+%283%29.jpg Sermon Series - 09-08-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3-zha65 monthly 0.5 2024-09-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e9b7779-950c-41de-96ad-38f39b917269/What+Am+I+Here+For+%283%29.jpg Sermon Series - 09-01-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd-ppja3 monthly 0.5 2024-08-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e9b7779-950c-41de-96ad-38f39b917269/What+Am+I+Here+For+%283%29.jpg Sermon Series - 08-25-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd-3zlgd monthly 0.5 2024-08-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e9b7779-950c-41de-96ad-38f39b917269/What+Am+I+Here+For+%283%29.jpg Sermon Series - 08-18-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t-kl2cd monthly 0.5 2024-08-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e9b7779-950c-41de-96ad-38f39b917269/What+Am+I+Here+For+%283%29.jpg Sermon Series - 08-11-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9-h632t monthly 0.5 2024-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1e9b7779-950c-41de-96ad-38f39b917269/What+Am+I+Here+For+%283%29.jpg Sermon Series - 08-04-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw-djnd9 monthly 0.5 2024-07-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/064a5882-81c4-4a6c-977c-5118a974c115/Scenic+Overlook+V3+WEB%40300x-100.jpg Sermon Series - 07-07-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl-td6aw monthly 0.5 2024-06-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/064a5882-81c4-4a6c-977c-5118a974c115/Scenic+Overlook+V3+WEB%40300x-100.jpg Sermon Series - 06-30-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe-9kjbl monthly 0.5 2024-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/064a5882-81c4-4a6c-977c-5118a974c115/Scenic+Overlook+V3+WEB%40300x-100.jpg Sermon Series - 06-23-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/m9s7mc6nmjlzefe monthly 0.5 2024-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/064a5882-81c4-4a6c-977c-5118a974c115/Scenic+Overlook+V3+WEB%40300x-100.jpg Sermon Series - 06-16-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77-wpxk8-tz3yd-2abhx-gagmg-jynmt-xe6bx-fyh3f monthly 0.5 2024-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/064a5882-81c4-4a6c-977c-5118a974c115/Scenic+Overlook+V3+WEB%40300x-100.jpg Sermon Series - 06-09-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77-wpxk8-tz3yd-2abhx-gagmg-jynmt-xe6bx monthly 0.5 2024-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/064a5882-81c4-4a6c-977c-5118a974c115/Scenic+Overlook+V3+WEB%40300x-100.jpg Sermon Series - 06-02-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77-wpxk8-tz3yd-2abhx-gagmg-jynmt monthly 0.5 2024-06-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1707067689673-RCKKT9NUB4AISN6ZPH68/1000002067.jpg Sermon Series - 05-26-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77-wpxk8-tz3yd-2abhx-gagmg monthly 0.5 2024-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/b6045745-ea36-4895-904a-3020edc6958b/Pentecost+2024-Rest+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 05-19-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77-wpxk8-tz3yd-2abhx monthly 0.5 2024-05-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c74f26ff-7363-4d23-8542-fdb72ed38d6e/Restored+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 05-05-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77-wpxk8-tz3yd monthly 0.5 2024-04-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c74f26ff-7363-4d23-8542-fdb72ed38d6e/Restored+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 04-28-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77-wpxk8 monthly 0.5 2024-04-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c74f26ff-7363-4d23-8542-fdb72ed38d6e/Restored+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 04-21-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr-ldz77 monthly 0.5 2024-04-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c74f26ff-7363-4d23-8542-fdb72ed38d6e/Restored+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 04-14-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2-sxflr monthly 0.5 2024-04-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c74f26ff-7363-4d23-8542-fdb72ed38d6e/Restored+Web+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 04-07-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw-373z2 monthly 0.5 2024-04-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7d14ff35-11ec-4b68-98df-fd08f6cc5898/Fake+News+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-31-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4-6ldrw monthly 0.5 2024-03-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7d14ff35-11ec-4b68-98df-fd08f6cc5898/Fake+News+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-24-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4-rlgh4 monthly 0.5 2024-03-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7d14ff35-11ec-4b68-98df-fd08f6cc5898/Fake+News+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-17-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd-6lcy4 monthly 0.5 2024-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7d14ff35-11ec-4b68-98df-fd08f6cc5898/Fake+News+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-10-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm-n2wgd monthly 0.5 2024-03-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7d14ff35-11ec-4b68-98df-fd08f6cc5898/Fake+News+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-03-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba-h42xm monthly 0.5 2024-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7d14ff35-11ec-4b68-98df-fd08f6cc5898/Fake+News+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-25-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs-834ba monthly 0.5 2024-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7d14ff35-11ec-4b68-98df-fd08f6cc5898/Fake+News+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-18-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b-dfzxs monthly 0.5 2024-02-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1707067689673-RCKKT9NUB4AISN6ZPH68/1000002067.jpg Sermon Series - 02-11-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg-z2c7b monthly 0.5 2024-02-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1707067689673-RCKKT9NUB4AISN6ZPH68/1000002067.jpg Sermon Series - 02-04-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88-9lwkg monthly 0.5 2024-01-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8d96f2b3-85df-4b30-82f6-8932f10876ba/21+Days+of+Prayer+2024+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-28-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp-gcw88 monthly 0.5 2024-01-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8d96f2b3-85df-4b30-82f6-8932f10876ba/21+Days+of+Prayer+2024+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-21-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw-drsyp monthly 0.5 2024-01-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8d96f2b3-85df-4b30-82f6-8932f10876ba/21+Days+of+Prayer+2024+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-14-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6-lakkw monthly 0.5 2024-01-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8d96f2b3-85df-4b30-82f6-8932f10876ba/21+Days+of+Prayer+2024+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-07-24 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9-mtsz6 monthly 0.5 2023-12-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/aa52e92b-36d1-4730-9d37-64cc94e268bb/Christmas+2023+Series+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-17-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg-c62l9 monthly 0.5 2023-12-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/aa52e92b-36d1-4730-9d37-64cc94e268bb/Christmas+2023+Series+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-10-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y-bwrrg monthly 0.5 2023-12-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/aa52e92b-36d1-4730-9d37-64cc94e268bb/Christmas+2023+Series+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-03-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p-nxe7y monthly 0.5 2023-12-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/74e634cb-47e0-4675-aa2d-825dedaf9978/1000002067.jpg Sermon Series - 11-26-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7-ams7p monthly 0.5 2023-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/728b2203-e647-424d-b38c-cea3cfc9b309/Flourish+Series+Graphics_NO+LOGO.jpg Sermon Series - 11-19-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9-akmf7 monthly 0.5 2023-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/728b2203-e647-424d-b38c-cea3cfc9b309/Flourish+Series+Graphics_NO+LOGO.jpg Sermon Series - 11-12-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc-bmmy9 monthly 0.5 2023-11-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/728b2203-e647-424d-b38c-cea3cfc9b309/Flourish+Series+Graphics_NO+LOGO.jpg Sermon Series - 11-05-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3-a32bc monthly 0.5 2023-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/728b2203-e647-424d-b38c-cea3cfc9b309/Flourish+Series+Graphics_NO+LOGO.jpg Sermon Series - 10-29-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/ggj5tjkzn5sckl3 monthly 0.5 2023-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/728b2203-e647-424d-b38c-cea3cfc9b309/Flourish+Series+Graphics_NO+LOGO.jpg Sermon Series - 10-22-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5-ezclj-dr5df-xln5y-dlpzc-b2w2d-ets8e-flyh9 monthly 0.5 2023-10-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/cbfc04db-8ed4-497c-92e3-410ada5c8f25/Please+Sorry+Thanks+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-15-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5-ezclj-dr5df-xln5y-dlpzc-b2w2d-ets8e monthly 0.5 2023-10-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/cbfc04db-8ed4-497c-92e3-410ada5c8f25/Please+Sorry+Thanks+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-08-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5-ezclj-dr5df-xln5y-dlpzc-b2w2d monthly 0.5 2023-10-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/cbfc04db-8ed4-497c-92e3-410ada5c8f25/Please+Sorry+Thanks+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-01-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5-ezclj-dr5df-xln5y-dlpzc monthly 0.5 2023-09-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/cbfc04db-8ed4-497c-92e3-410ada5c8f25/Please+Sorry+Thanks+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-24-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5-ezclj-dr5df-xln5y monthly 0.5 2023-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/cbfc04db-8ed4-497c-92e3-410ada5c8f25/Please+Sorry+Thanks+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-17-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5-ezclj-dr5df monthly 0.5 2023-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/cbfc04db-8ed4-497c-92e3-410ada5c8f25/Please+Sorry+Thanks+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-10-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5-ezclj monthly 0.5 2023-09-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/928075f9-e0a5-46c9-9175-42afc16dd312/Kick+Off+Sunday-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 09-03-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby-befy5 monthly 0.5 2023-08-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8608d690-0d62-4b5f-b548-602b8484232d/Who+is+God%3F+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-27-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg-wnnby monthly 0.5 2023-08-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8608d690-0d62-4b5f-b548-602b8484232d/Who+is+God%3F+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-20-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858-2frwg monthly 0.5 2023-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8608d690-0d62-4b5f-b548-602b8484232d/Who+is+God%3F+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-13-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe-yc858 monthly 0.5 2023-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/8608d690-0d62-4b5f-b548-602b8484232d/Who+is+God%3F+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-06-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb-rwswe monthly 0.5 2023-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/4dc03a83-9ff7-4354-8866-fa197ee05681/Book+of+James+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-30-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal-g35fb monthly 0.5 2023-07-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/4dc03a83-9ff7-4354-8866-fa197ee05681/Book+of+James+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-23-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2-37sal monthly 0.5 2023-07-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/4dc03a83-9ff7-4354-8866-fa197ee05681/Book+of+James+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-16-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy-229n2 monthly 0.5 2023-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/4dc03a83-9ff7-4354-8866-fa197ee05681/Book+of+James+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-09-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw-b95zy monthly 0.5 2023-07-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/4dc03a83-9ff7-4354-8866-fa197ee05681/Book+of+James+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-02-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3-kz2bw monthly 0.5 2023-06-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96ac386a-1bfc-408f-a76d-39cd189abbb8/Res%28e%29t+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-25-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5-3wmj3 monthly 0.5 2023-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96ac386a-1bfc-408f-a76d-39cd189abbb8/Res%28e%29t+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-18-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9-angz5 monthly 0.5 2023-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96ac386a-1bfc-408f-a76d-39cd189abbb8/Res%28e%29t+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-11-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz-btmz9 monthly 0.5 2023-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/96ac386a-1bfc-408f-a76d-39cd189abbb8/Res%28e%29t+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-04-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l-6p2bz monthly 0.5 2023-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/12d91d94-a5ce-4e39-bc0a-d5f82ea89beb/Pentecost+Sunday+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-28-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm-wtn7l monthly 0.5 2023-05-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/fdd99077-dd00-4bdd-9e9b-abcdf7c22015/Cave+Time+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-21-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24-6kdmm monthly 0.5 2023-05-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/fdd99077-dd00-4bdd-9e9b-abcdf7c22015/Cave+Time+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-14-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x-wth24 monthly 0.5 2023-05-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/fdd99077-dd00-4bdd-9e9b-abcdf7c22015/Cave+Time+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-07-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y-tbs9x monthly 0.5 2023-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/fdd99077-dd00-4bdd-9e9b-abcdf7c22015/Cave+Time+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-30-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g-ycj7y monthly 0.5 2023-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/fdd99077-dd00-4bdd-9e9b-abcdf7c22015/Cave+Time+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-23-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj-zja2g monthly 0.5 2023-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/fdd99077-dd00-4bdd-9e9b-abcdf7c22015/Cave+Time+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-16-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw-rb8cj monthly 0.5 2023-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/0a8ef918-1a0a-4c19-b935-9c9bd251c9e6/On+the+Journey+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-02-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5-4gyfw monthly 0.5 2023-03-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/0a8ef918-1a0a-4c19-b935-9c9bd251c9e6/On+the+Journey+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-26-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke-566g5 monthly 0.5 2023-03-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/0a8ef918-1a0a-4c19-b935-9c9bd251c9e6/On+the+Journey+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-19-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/lbg8jlbp86w5bke monthly 0.5 2023-03-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/0a8ef918-1a0a-4c19-b935-9c9bd251c9e6/On+the+Journey+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-12-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr-d33dr-ztptw-4p22m-kxxps-2nwrh-nzz2b-r26jn monthly 0.5 2023-03-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/0a8ef918-1a0a-4c19-b935-9c9bd251c9e6/On+the+Journey+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-05-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr-d33dr-ztptw-4p22m-kxxps-2nwrh-nzz2b monthly 0.5 2023-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/0a8ef918-1a0a-4c19-b935-9c9bd251c9e6/On+the+Journey+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-26-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr-d33dr-ztptw-4p22m-kxxps-2nwrh monthly 0.5 2023-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/dfb4dfb0-b95f-4cde-9f3f-eee246e3cf6e/Love+Means%3F%3F+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-19-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr-d33dr-ztptw-4p22m-kxxps monthly 0.5 2023-02-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/dfb4dfb0-b95f-4cde-9f3f-eee246e3cf6e/Love+Means%3F%3F+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-12-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr-d33dr-ztptw-4p22m monthly 0.5 2023-02-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/dfb4dfb0-b95f-4cde-9f3f-eee246e3cf6e/Love+Means%3F%3F+Series+Graphics_web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-05-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr-d33dr-ztptw monthly 0.5 2023-01-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7adbcfed-2958-4739-bd7e-4550d28f4dd6/21+Days+of+Prayer+2023_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-29-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr-d33dr monthly 0.5 2023-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7adbcfed-2958-4739-bd7e-4550d28f4dd6/21+Days+of+Prayer+2023_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-22-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men-j6ptr monthly 0.5 2023-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7adbcfed-2958-4739-bd7e-4550d28f4dd6/21+Days+of+Prayer+2023_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-15-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx-e3men monthly 0.5 2023-01-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/7adbcfed-2958-4739-bd7e-4550d28f4dd6/21+Days+of+Prayer+2023_web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-08-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp-8g9mx monthly 0.5 2023-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e6dba8fa-c015-4650-a797-f553750e21bf/Advent+Series+2022+-+Web-01.jpg Sermon Series - 01-01-2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl-7n4zp monthly 0.5 2022-12-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e6dba8fa-c015-4650-a797-f553750e21bf/Advent+Series+2022+-+Web-01.jpg Sermon Series - 12-18-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g-h56yg-9kw4z-agexd-yl9zl monthly 0.5 2022-12-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e6dba8fa-c015-4650-a797-f553750e21bf/Advent+Series+2022+-+Web-01.jpg Sermon Series - 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11-20-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k-sfc5g monthly 0.5 2022-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1667153573969-3FZA8CMHS5JVET8ERLHN/Coming+to+Your+House-web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-13-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf-wnd4k monthly 0.5 2022-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1667153573969-3FZA8CMHS5JVET8ERLHN/Coming+to+Your+House-web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-6-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc-gbagf monthly 0.5 2022-11-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1667153573969-3FZA8CMHS5JVET8ERLHN/Coming+to+Your+House-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-30-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an-6lxkc monthly 0.5 2022-10-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662642248992-19AMDAHVTE8SCHS7JEJK/Resilient-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-23-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s-wt6an monthly 0.5 2022-10-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662642248992-19AMDAHVTE8SCHS7JEJK/Resilient-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-16-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn-frp4s monthly 0.5 2022-10-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662642248992-19AMDAHVTE8SCHS7JEJK/Resilient-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-09-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8-mhznn monthly 0.5 2022-10-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662642248992-19AMDAHVTE8SCHS7JEJK/Resilient-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-02-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c-5cbl8 monthly 0.5 2022-09-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662642248992-19AMDAHVTE8SCHS7JEJK/Resilient-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-25-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks-s493c monthly 0.5 2022-09-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662642248992-19AMDAHVTE8SCHS7JEJK/Resilient-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-18-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba-gg6ks monthly 0.5 2022-09-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662642248992-19AMDAHVTE8SCHS7JEJK/Resilient-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-11-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3-2klba monthly 0.5 2022-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1662411811655-F4G8MG3MAKMGE0XPWQ9P/Kick+Off+Sunday-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-04-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266-zhwa3 monthly 0.5 2022-08-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/70a0344c-a58a-49ba-9b26-87a75906b021/Find-Your-People-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-28-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f-4y266 monthly 0.5 2022-08-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/70a0344c-a58a-49ba-9b26-87a75906b021/Find-Your-People-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-21-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr-rdg2f monthly 0.5 2022-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/70a0344c-a58a-49ba-9b26-87a75906b021/Find-Your-People-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-14-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2-yh9mr monthly 0.5 2022-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/70a0344c-a58a-49ba-9b26-87a75906b021/Find-Your-People-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-07-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022-869z2 monthly 0.5 2022-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/f33ff534-5639-4386-8055-4bb0421f3104/WOGS-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-31-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-24-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/f33ff534-5639-4386-8055-4bb0421f3104/WOGS-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-24-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-17-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/f33ff534-5639-4386-8055-4bb0421f3104/WOGS-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-17-2022 - Make it stand out 07-17-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston (LOX & Online), Pastor Brandon Weaver (LW), Rev. José Marerro (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Word of God Speak Week 3: Hall of Fame of Faith English PDF file for printing. 1. Read the theme verse for this series - Psalms 32:8 – “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” Start your time today by asking God to teach you and give you wisdom through today’s Scripture and the questions here. Open your heart and mind to hear whatever God wants to say to you. 2. Read today’s passage out of Hebrews 11, which many call the “Hall of Fame of Faith.” Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16 – Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. 2 This is what the ancients were commended for. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. 4 By faith Abel brought God a better offering than Cain did. By faith he was commended as righteous, when God spoke well of his offerings. And by faith Abel still speaks, even though he is dead. 5 By faith Enoch was taken from this life, so that he did not experience death: “He could not be found, because God had taken him away.” For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God. 6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. 7 By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that is in keeping with faith. 8 By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going. 9 By faith he made his home in the promised land like a stranger in a foreign country; he lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise. 10 For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. 11 And by faith even Sarah, who was past childbearing age, was enabled to bear children because she[b] considered him faithful who had made the promise. 12 And so from this one man, and he as good as dead, came descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and as countless as the sand on the seashore. 13 All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance, admitting that they were foreigners and strangers on earth. 14 People who say such things show that they are looking for a country of their own. 15 If they had been thinking of the country they had left, they would have had opportunity to return. 16 Instead, they were longing for a better country—a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them. If you were to journal on this passage on your own, what is the one idea from this passage that you would focus on? Observation: 3. The “Observation” step is where you simply jot down what you notice from the passage, especially with regard to the one idea that you are focusing on. Do that now – either in writing or in discussion with your group or family. 4. Hebrews 1:1-2 explains the criteria to get into the “Faith Hall of Fame.” How does the author describe faith? What does he mean by what he says here? 5. Glance through the chapter noticing what the author points out about each Old Testament person listed. What kind of things does he highlight about them? 6. Hebrews 11:13a indicates that many of these people “did not receive the things promised.” This might be surprising to you that they made it into the “Faith Hall of Fame” but didn’t get everything they asked God for. How is this different from how many people few faith today? 7. Pastor Trevor used the analogy of a traffic light to talk about prayer. Green is when we get a “yes” from God. Yellow is when God asks us to wait. And red is when God says “no” to our request. Why would a good God sometimes say “no” to the things we ask Him for? 8. Why do you think God often has us wait a long time for answers to our prayers, and sometimes we don’t get to see the fulfillment of His promises to us during our lifetime? 9. In Hebrews 11:13-16 the writer says that Christ-followers are to live like “foreigners and strangers on earth.” Read the following verses and then discuss the implications of living with a mindset that your primary citizenship is in heaven, rather than in your earthly home country. 1 Peter 1:17 - Since you call on a Father who judges each person’s work impartially, live out your time as foreigners here in reverent fear. Philippians 3:20 – But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ…. 10. Pastor Trevor sensed God reminding him that “This is not my home.” What difference does it make when a person lives with this understanding? Application: 11. Pastor Trevor’s application for himself from this passage was, “Don't get too comfortable here.” If you’ve ever been tempted to get too comfortable here on earth, talk about that. 12. Christ-followers see this world as only a temporary location. What might you consider changing in your life, in light of that truth? How can a person work against the tendency to get more comfortable here on earth than we should? 13. Pastor Trevor also gave a word for those whose issue isn’t too much comfort, but pain. If you’re experiencing loss, grief, or other difficulty; it’s just as important to remember that this world is not your home, but for different reasons. How can this help when you’re going through a hard time? 14. Read Hebrews 12:1-3, which follows immediately after this “Faith Hall of Fame” - Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Describe the example of faith that Jesus has given us to follow. 15. Speak a prayer responding to what God showed you in this sermon. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Fam Jam, July 19 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm | All Campuses - Fam Jams are fun, high-energy evenings for our families with pre-school and elementary-age children! Come and spend time as a family and enjoy dinner, activities and Bible teachings! We will have lots of outdoor games and activities set up for the kids to run around, too. Dinner will be served for $3, and if you invite a friend, their meal will be FREE! Kids of Hope Summer – Join us at Okeeheelee Park for Playdate and Popsicles on Thursday, July 28 at 10am! More information at https://communityofhope.church/kohsummer Milestone: Kindergarten – August 6 | 10am-11:30am | All Campuses – Helps you prepare for parenting a kindergartner and helps your child be ready for entrance into elementary Kids of Hope. Children will receive their first “big kid” Bible, and parents will have a special role to play in this significant moment. Parents will also receive resources to help disciple your child in this next phase of their life. Register at https://communityofhope.church/milestones. Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-10-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/f33ff534-5639-4386-8055-4bb0421f3104/WOGS-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-10-2022 - Make it stand out 07-10-2022 Pastor Brandon Weaver (LOX, LW & Online), Rev. Jose Marerro (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Word of God Speak Week 2: Voices English PDF file for printing. 1. What are some of the voices seeking to get people’s attention in today’s culture? 2. Read the theme verse for this series - Psalms 32:8 – “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” What are some things that God has taught you over the years? And what has been the main way that God has instructed you? 3. God wants to speak to us through His Word. One method that many of us at Community of Hope use to hear God’s voice through His Word is to journal through the acronym SOAP, which stands for: S C R I P T U R E As you read the passage for the day, select just one or two verses (or even just a phrase) that you feel led to focus on in your journaling for the day. Write that Scripture in your journal. O B S E R V A T I O N Observe what today’s reading says about the thought God pointed out to you in the “S” step above. What does the surrounding chapter help you understand about it? What did the writer want people back then to know? Write out a few sentences describing what you notice. A P P L I C A T I O N Now consider how this applies to you personally. What does God want you to do in response to what you have read? How might He want you to change? What help and encouragement is He offering you? This is the most important part of your journaling time. Let God speak to you about your own life, and write down what you sense He is saying. P R A Y E R Write a brief prayer of response to what God has shown you today. Share one thing you read in the Bible this past week that made an impression on you. 4. Read 1 Peter 2:2-3 - Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good. Pastor Brandon talked about the importance of becoming a “self-feeder” of God’s Word, rather than remaining an infant. What did he mean by the expression “self-feeder”? 5. Read Jesus’s words in John 14:26 - But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. The Bible can be tricky to understand, Jesus explained that God has given us the Holy Spirit living inside of us to help us understand it and apply it to our lives. If you’ve experienced this, talk about how that works. 6. Whenever you start a new book of the Bible, a great free resource that helps you understand the background of that book is Tim Mackie’s book overview at BibleProject.com. If you haven’t already, watch the Bible Project’s video of Hebrews and then discuss what you learn from it. 7. Read Hebrews 1:1-4 - In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. 3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. 4 So he became as much superior to the angels as the name he has inherited is superior to theirs. What is the main point of this passage? Past 8. What does the writer of Hebrews say about how God has spoken to His people in the past? Present 9. What does the writer of Hebrews say is God’s best and clearest way of speaking to us? 10. To whom do you tend to turn when you need advice for your daily life? 11. We can learn from our own experience, or we can learn from the experience of others. What are some advantages of learning from the experience of people whose stories are told in Scripture, rather than just learning by our own experience? 12. Read Hebrews 4:12 - For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. What does this passage add to your understanding of how God uses the Bible to speak to us personally? Future 13. Read Philippians 4:6-7 - Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. This passage helped Pastor Brandon as he was feeling anxious about speaking this morning. It felt like a very personal message from God to Brandon. If you’ve ever had that experience where a passage of Scripture felt like it was a direct word from God to you, share about that. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Fam Jam, July 19 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm | All Campuses - Fam Jams are fun, high-energy evenings for our families with pre-school and elementary-age children! Come and spend time as a family and enjoy dinner, activities and Bible teachings! We will have lots of outdoor games and activities set up for the kids to run around, too. Dinner will be served for $3, and if you invite a friend, their meal will be FREE! 4 Kids Backpack Drive - As part of our partnership with 4Kids, a wonderful ministry that brings hope, homes, and healing to foster kids and families in crisis in our area, we donate back-to-school backpacks for them to give to foster children each fall. Our goal this year is to donate 75 filled backpacks to 4Kids. You can find a list of items to fill the backpacks with and get more information at: https://www.4kids.us/PBBacktoSchool. The deadline to bring the filled backpacks to any of our church campuses is Sunday, July 17. Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-03-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/f33ff534-5639-4386-8055-4bb0421f3104/WOGS-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-03-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-26-22 monthly 0.5 2022-06-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/3f9caca7-93af-4293-85b3-d929a87393a1/Re-assembly-Required-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-26-22 - Make it stand out 06-26-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Pastor Brandon Weaver (LW) Sermon Series: Re-assembly Required Week 4: We Did It! English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read the theme verse for this series. Matthew 16:18b: “…on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” In this series, we’ve been talking about what Church was meant to be and whether there might be some “re-assembly required” in order for us to live out the vision Jesus had when he said these words in Matthew 16. In week 1, we talked about what Church IS – It’s God’s idea and God’s way to bring heaven to earth. In week 2, we talked about what Church DOES – It makes fully devoted followers of Jesus. Week 3 was about HOW Church works – Everyone has a role to play. TODAY we’re talking about how Church should FEEL. 1. Talk about some “memberships” you have and the privileges that come with each of those. With that in mind, why do you think that COH decided a while back not to use the word “membership” anymore when people decide to make COH their home church? 2. Read Philippians 1:3-11 – I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. 7 It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart and, whether I am in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, all of you share in God’s grace with me. 8 God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus. 9 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, 10 so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, 11 filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God. 3. Paul wrote this letter to the church in the city of Philippi. You can read about how Paul planted this church in Acts 16. Philippians is often called the “Epistle of Joy” because Paul references joy so many times, even though Paul was in prison at the time. What are some things that bring you joy? 4. Look again at the passage above, what was it about the Philippians that brought Paul joy? 5. What do we mean at Community of Hope when we ask people to become a “partner” of our church? 6. “Koinonia” is the Greek word in Philippians 1:5 that’s translated “partnership” in our English Bible. New Testament scholar Craig Keener defines “koinonia” as “…the sort of harmony created by shared purpose and working together.” Paul uses this word two other times in Philippians: In Philippians 2:1 “koinonia” is translated “common sharing.” – Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion…. In Philippians 3:10 it is translated “participation.” – I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death…. How does this add to your understanding of what “partnership” is meant to be? 7. Pastor Trevor said Church is meant to feel like a team, and koinonia is when you feel like: “We did it!” What did he mean by that? 8. One big difference between other teams in life and the team that we call Church is that God is a member of our team. When we have that feeling of “We did it!” – we know it’s actually God who did it – all of us and God working together. If you’ve ever experienced that feeling as you’ve served in a local church, describe how that felt for you. 9. We’re on the most important team with the most important purpose and mission on the planet. How did this sermon series change your view of church? 10. If you used to be involved in serving at our church, but you took a break because of the pandemic or some other reason, how could you get back in the game and re-join the team? 11. If you’re not sure how to get involved at our church, our SHAPE Profile is designed to help you figure out the best way to do that. Go to communityofhope.church/partnership to take this free, online assessment, designed to help you understand how God made you and how He might want you to serve His mission in the world. After you take the assessment, share with your group what you learned about yourself. If you’re not yet a COH partner, we invite you to check out our next Connections Class series by going to communityofhope.church/partnership. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Non-perishable Food Drive – As we’ve done for 25 years, we invite you to bring in non-perishable food on the first Sunday of the month so we can give it away to those in need in our community. Get details on specific food items to donate at https://communityofhope.church/food. Kids of Hope Around Town – Watch for the fun events we’re planning around Palm Beach County for kids and families to take part in all summer long. Our next event is at Adrenaline Trampoline Park on Thursday, July 7 at 10:00 a.m. More information at https://communityofhope.church/kohsummer. Summer Suppers are an opportunity to get to know some new people over a meal. Sign up, and we’ll connect you to a group of 8 people who will simply share a meal and enjoy some conversation! Get more information specific to your campus at https://communityofhope.church/groups/. Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-19-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/3f9caca7-93af-4293-85b3-d929a87393a1/Re-assembly-Required-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-19-2022 - Make it stand out 06-19-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Mitch Nazario (Español), Pastor Brandon Weaver (LW), Sermon Series: Re-assembly Required Week 3: The Plan English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read the theme verse for this series. Matthew 16:18b: “…on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” In this series, we’re talking about what Church was meant to be, because – as Pastor Dale said - vision leaks. What did Pastor Dale mean by the phrase “vision leaks” with regard to what Church was meant to be? 2. In week 1, Pastor Dale spoke about the mystery that, despite persecution and the rag-tag nature of Jesus’s followers who were commissioned to start the church, the church has not only survived but has even thrived. 2,000 years later, Christianity has become the largest faith in the world. Andy Stanley said: “Something happened in the first century that resulted in Christianity spreading like an airborne disease.” Read Acts 2:47b “And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” What was it about the early church that caused new people to join the church daily? 3. In week 2, we looked at a problem in our current day that so many Christians in the West live a half-hearted version of the Christian faith, rather than living as fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. Pastor Dale mentioned several reasons why some people in the West are deconstructing their faith. Look at these one by one, and discuss what you might say to someone struggling with each one: Suffering in the world Contradictions in the Bible Hypocrisy in the church 4. Read Ephesians 4:11-16: So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. 14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. 16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work. What do you notice here about how the church was intended to work? 5. Pastor Dale said that the big difference between churches that reach their full potential and churches that are weak and stagnant is that growing churches know that everyone has a role to play. On July 8, 2017 in Panama City Beach, a random group of people formed a human chain to save someone from a rip current. With that in mind, what’s the significance of the word “everyone” in the sentence: “Everyone has a role to play”? 6. Read Ephesians 2:10a – “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works….” The word “handiwork” here means “masterpiece” - we are God’s masterpiece. Some people feel unqualified or disqualified to serve in God’s mission. Why can we be confident that every single Christ-follower can serve in God’s mission, regardless of their past? 7. In Leroy Anderson’s song Sleighride, there are just a few moments where an orchestra player makes the sound of a cracking whip, so this may seem like an unimportant role. But for many people, this is actually what makes the song especially great. What are some roles in the church that might not get a lot of recognition, but are very important? 8. The “80% Rule” is: In most organizations 20% of the people do 80% of the work of the mission. But the church won’t work that way. According to God’s plan for the church, every single person needs to be willing not just to sit in the bleachers, but to get on the field. Look at Ephesians 4:11-16 again and discuss what Paul says will happen if everyone plays their God-given role in a church community. 9. When a Christ-follower plugs in to serve at their local church, they begin to grow spiritually. Share how you have grown through serving at Community of Hope. 10. If you’re not sure what your spiritual gifts are or what specific role God might want you to serve in our church, our SHAPE Profile is a tool designed to help you discern that. You can take this online assessment at: https://cohgroups.church/shape/. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Fam Jams – June 21 & July 19 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm at all our campuses - Fam Jams are fun, high-energy evenings for our families with pre-school and elementary-age children! Come and spend time as a family and enjoy dinner, activities and bible teachings! We will have lots of outdoor games and activities set up for the kids to run around, too. Dinner will be served for $3 and if you invite a friend, their meal will be FREE! Kids of Hope Around Town – Watch for the fun events we’re planning around Palm Beach County for kids and families all summer long. More information at https://communityofhope.church/kohsummer Kids of Hope Volunteer Luncheon – WPB – Sunday, June 26 at 11:15am - 12:30pm – For those who currently serve in KOH WPB and for those who are interested in learning more about it. Summer Suppers are an opportunity to get to know some new people over a meal! Sign up, and we’ll connect you to a group of 8 people who will simply share a meal and enjoy some conversation! Get more information specific to your campus at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-12-22 monthly 0.5 2022-06-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/3f9caca7-93af-4293-85b3-d929a87393a1/Re-assembly-Required-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-12-22 - Make it stand out 06-12-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB & Español), Pastor Brandon Weaver (LW) Sermon Series: Re-assembly Required Week 2: The Second Half English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read the theme verse for this series. Matthew 16:18b: “…on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” 1. Read Community of Hope’s mission statement out loud together: “We exist to interest disinterested people in Jesus Christ and grow together into fully devoted followers of him.” The first half of this statement is about helping people start a relationship with Jesus Christ, which we celebrated last weekend at our beach baptism. If you were there, what did you notice in the testimonies that were given? If you weren’t there, share about your own baptism and how it impacted you. 2. This week’s sermon explored the second half of this statement – what does it mean to be a “fully devoted” follower of Jesus Christ? How would you answer that question? 3. Read Matthew 28:16–20 - Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Jesus’s words here are often called “The Great Commission,” and every church’s mission statement should be based on it. Look again at COH’s mission statement above, and note how the two halves correspond to the Great Commission. 4. Dallas Willard described a “disciple” as “a close follower of Jesus, an apprentice who is learning to become like their master.” How does this definition help you in your understanding of how you can be Jesus’s “disciple”? 5. In the second half of the Great Commission, Jesus said to teach people to “obey everything I have commanded you….” Some people might think this sounds like legalism, as if Jesus were infringing on our freedom. What would you say to someone who had that concern? 6. Elsa in the Disney movie Frozen captures the world’s view of freedom when she sang: “No right, no wrong, no rules for me, I’m free!” What’s the problem with this view of freedom? 7. Scripture’s view of freedom is different from what Elsa sang. It’s where we have the power to choose what’s good and say “no” to destructive things in our lives. Share about how you’ve experienced this kind of freedom in your own life. 8. Read Solomon’s words from 1 Kings 8:61 – “And may your hearts be fully committed to the Lord our God, to live by his decrees and obey his commands.” What do you notice in this passage about God’s desire for your life? Be specific. 9. The New Testament often uses the Greek word “teleios” regarding the goal of the Christian life. That word is often translated “perfect” or “complete.” In Matthew 5:48, Jesus said, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” Look at the surrounding verses in Matthew 5. Given the common saying in our culture – “Nobody’s perfect” – what do you think Jesus means here? 10. Pastor Trevor defined full devotion as “the lifelong realigning of your whole heart and life to Jesus.” What do you notice in that definition? 11. Some people think there are two categories of Christians: (1) “Christian light,” which refers to ordinary Christians who are just saved, and (2) “holy-roller” super Christians. What would you say to someone who sees Christianity this way? 12. A 2011 Barna research project asked Americans about where they were in the steps that people generally go through in their spiritual journey. The results showed the following percentages of Americans at each stage. 1. Unaware of sin – 1% 2. Indifferent to sin – 16% 3. Worried about sin – 34% 4. Forgiven from sin – 9% 5. Forgiven and active in church – 24% 6. Holy Discontent – 6% 7. Broken by God - 3% 8. Full Surrender and Submission – 1% 9. Profound Love for God - .5% 10. Profound Love for people - .5% 89% are somewhere in the process of the first half of Jesus’s Great Commission (steps 1-5); and only 11% are in the second half (steps 6-10). Why do you think this is the case? 13. The heart of Jesus is that every one of his followers would become fully devoted, because it’s the best way to live. What is it like when someone lives as a half-hearted Christian? 14. During the pandemic, it became clear that many American Christians hadn’t been pursuing full devotion to Jesus; but had been formed and apprenticed more by social media, their news network, and their podcasts than by Jesus. In the 1700’s, a church leader named Count Von Zinzendorf said, “Many people will follow the Lord half way, but not the other half. They will willingly give up property, possessions and wealth; but it will touch them too deeply to give up themselves.” What do you think of this? 15. Pastor Trevor shared about a time in his life when he outwardly claimed to be a Christian, but he had some secret sins he hadn’t dealt with. But then his life was changed by a prayer he read in Oswald Chambers’ book, My Utmost For His Highest, “Lord make me as holy as you can make a sinner saved by grace.” Talk about what you notice in this prayer. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Fam Jams – June 21 & July 19 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm at all our campuses - Fam Jams are fun, high-energy evenings for our families with pre-school and elementary-age children! Come and spend time as a family and enjoy dinner, activities and bible teachings! We will have lots of outdoor games and activities set up for the kids to run around, too. Dinner will be served for $3 and if you invite a friend, their meal will be FREE! Kids of Hope Around Town – Watch for the fun events we’re planning around Palm Beach County for kids and families all summer long. Next event is a picnic at the LOX Campus on Thursday, June 16 at 11:30am. Bring your own lunch! More information at https://communityofhope.church/kohsummer Hope in Action Food Pantry – Bring in nonperishable food items on the first Sunday of any month to donate to our Food Distribution Ministry. Kids of Hope Volunteer Luncheon – WPB – Sunday, June 26 at 11:15am - 12:30pm – For those who currently serve in KOH WPB and for those who are interested in learning more about it. Summer Suppers are an opportunity to get to know some new people over a meal! Sign up, and we’ll connect you to a group of 8 people who will simply share a meal and enjoy some conversation! Get more information specific to your campus at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-05-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-06-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/3f9caca7-93af-4293-85b3-d929a87393a1/Re-assembly-Required-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-05-2022 - Make it stand out 06-05-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Pastor Brandon Weaver (LW), Rev. Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Re-assembly Required Week 1: The Church? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read the theme verse for this new series and begin to memorize it. Matthew 16:18b: “…on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” 2. In July 1961, after a major defeat, Vince Lombardi, coach of the Green Bay Packers, gathered his team for training and famously started with, “Gentlemen, this is a football.” His wisdom in going back to the basics helped his team go on to become champions. In a similar way, over the coming weeks, this sermon series will go back to the fundamentals of what the “Church” is meant to be. If you were asked to define what the “Church” is, what would you say? 3. Read Matthew 16:13-19 – When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” 14 They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 “But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” 16 Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” 17 Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. 18 And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” What do you notice about Jesus’s plan for the Church in this passage? 4. Today a lot of people are losing confidence in institutions that have been an important part of society for a long time – institutions like government, education, and the Church. What are some reasons why some people might be losing confidence in the Church? 5. What are some ways the Church has been changing in recent years? 6. Andy Stanley said, “How did a religious cult, birthed in the armpit of the Roman empire, whose leader had been rejected by his own people, and crucified as a wannabe king of Rome, survive in the face of overwhelming resistance? And how is it that this same upstart religion would eventually be embraced by the very empire that sought to extinguish it?” In a similar way, British author, Karen Armstrong wrote, “Against all odds, by the third century, Christianity had become a force to be reckoned with. We still do not really understand how this came about.” How would you explain the mystery of how the Christian Church became the largest religion in the world today, despite its small beginnings and the huge resistance to it over the centuries? The Church is God’s idea: 7. Notice Jesus’s words in Matthew 16:18 – “I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.” Peter’s real name given to him by his parents was Simon; but Jesus gave him the nickname “Peter” – which means “rock.” So throughout history, some have thought Jesus was saying he would build his Church on Peter, while others believe Jesus meant he would build his Church on the confession that Peter made here. If Peter were here today, what do you think he would say about this debate? 8. We believe Jesus’s Church is made up of everyone, who – like Peter – confesses that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. Why is this belief essential in order for a person to be part of Jesus’s Church? 9. What evidence is there that the Jewish carpenter named Jesus who lived in Israel 2,000 years ago really was the Son of God? The Church is God’s idea and God’s main way… 10. Pastor Dale shared how Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, which is now our WPB Campus, was what God used to light the flame of his faith and change his life back when he was a teenager. If a Church has made a deep impact like that in your life, share about that with your group. The Church Is God’s idea and God’s main way to accomplish His purpose to bring heaven to earth. 11. We may wonder if the Church is the best way for God to bring heaven to earth. But whether we like it or not, it is God’s main way. The Church isn’t the building. The Church is us – the people! What are you doing to participate in the Church’s mission to bring God’s Kingdom to earth? 12. Where does the Church line up in your priorities for your own life? Is the Church one thing among many things in your life, or is it the central thing in your life? What changes could you make in your life to give the Church the place that God wants it to have? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Fam Jams – June 21 & July 19 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm at all our campuses - Fam Jams are fun, high-energy evenings for our families with pre-school and elementary-age children! Come and spend time as a family and enjoy dinner, activities and bible teachings! We will have lots of outdoor games and activities set up for the kids to run around, too. Dinner will be served for $3 and if you invite a friend, their meal will be FREE! Kids of Hope Around Town – Watch for the fun events we’re planning around Palm Beach County for kids and families all summer long. More information at https://communityofhope.church/kohsummer Beach Baptism TODAY, 4:30pm June 5 at Carlin Park in Jupiter – We’ve rented a large pavilion so we can gather as a church family to celebrate baptisms and enjoy a fun picnic together at the beach! Wear a COH t-shirt and bring your own chairs and picnic supper. Even if you don’t know anyone being baptized, we hope you’ll come out and have a fun time at the beach with your church family. Summer Suppers are an opportunity to get to know some new people over a meal! Sign up, and we’ll connect you to a group of 8 people who will simply share a meal and enjoy some conversation! Get more information specific to your campus at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-29-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e5d86cdc-b12f-4d29-b62c-4dcab37c5905/Asking-for-a-Friend-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 05-29-2022 - Make it stand out 05-29-2022 Jessica Stafford together with Vic and Kathy Copan (LOX & Online) Sermon Series: Asking For A Friend Week 6: Q&A to close out the sermon series English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read the theme verse for this series – Matthew 22:37: Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” Here are the questions that our church submitted for Vic and Kathy to answer. Watch or listen to the service, and discuss them together as a group. 1. Was Jesus a vegan? A friend of mine says Jesus was, and I can’t find anything in the Bible that says he actually ate meat, even fish. I myself am vegan, and very curious about this. 2. Does a Christian have to be a Republican? There are some Republican political figures I just can’t support, but I feel like I always have to bite my tongue around my Christian friends. I feel like people will question my salvation if they find out I’m not a Republican. (Please don’t share my name! Let’s say, “I’m just asking for a friend!”) 3. Is it a sin to wish (and even pray for) harm to befall an evil person such as Putin? 4. How do you start a conversation about your faith with someone who seems resistant to talk about faith? How bold should one be? And how persistent? 5. Does God ever give up on us? Was the flood God giving up on people? 6. Isn’t free will part of the equation of “Everything happens for a reason”? 7. Why did God give people free will? If I weren’t already convinced of God’s great wisdom, I would think it was a lapse in judgment on his part. Why did he give us the keys, when he knew we’d just drive ourselves off a cliff the first chance we got? 8. How do we reconcile the belief that God is sovereign over absolutely everything, even the evil one, and yet evil prevails in this world? 9. What’s the best way to learn about the Bible if you have not been actively attending church for over 45 years and are just get started? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Fam Jams – June 21 & July 19 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm at all our campuses - Fam Jams are fun, high-energy evenings for our families with pre-school and elementary-age children! Come and spend time as a family and enjoy dinner, activities and bible teachings! We will have lots of outdoor games and activities set up for the kids to run around, too. Dinner will be served for $3 and if you invite a friend, their meal will be FREE! Kids of Hope Around Town – Watch for the fun events we’re planning around Palm Beach County for kids and families all summer long. More information at https://communityofhope.church/kohsummer Beach Baptism Sunday, 4:30pm June 5 at Carlin Park in Jupiter – We’ve rented a large pavilion so we can gather as a church family to celebrate baptisms and enjoy a fun picnic together at the beach! Wear a COH t-shirt and bring your own chairs and picnic supper. If you haven’t yet taken the step of baptism the deadline to sign up is Monday, May 30th at https://communityofhope.church/baptism Even if you don’t know anyone being baptized, we hope you’ll come out and have a fun time at the beach with your church family. Summer Suppers are an opportunity to get to know some new people over a meal! Sign up, and we’ll connect you to a group of 8 people who will simply share a meal and enjoy some conversation! You can sign up for a Summer Supper in June or for one in July or both. Get more information specific to your campus at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Summer Bible Triads - If you want to grow spiritually over the summer months, join a Summer Bible Triad! We’ll help you connect with two other people of the same gender to meet with weekly to discuss the Bible, pray, and encourage each other in your walk with Christ. All the information you need will be provided. The three of you get to decide when and where to meet - whether in a home, at a coffee shop, or virtually. If you’re interested sign up before Wednesday, June 1st at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-22-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e5d86cdc-b12f-4d29-b62c-4dcab37c5905/Asking-for-a-Friend-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 05-22-2022 - Make it stand out 05-22-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (Lake Worth), Kurtis Alva (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Asking For A Friend Week 5: What Happens After We Die? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read the theme verse for this series – Matthew 22:37: Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” 1. In this series, we’re acknowledging that questions are good and can actually grow your faith if you talk about them honestly. Today’s question is: “What happens after we die?” What are some answers you’ve heard people give to this question? 2. Read 2 Corinthians 5:1-10: For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands. 2 Meanwhile we groan, longing to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling, 3 because when we are clothed, we will not be found naked. 4 For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, because we do not wish to be unclothed but to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. 5 Now the one who has fashioned us for this very purpose is God, who has given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come. 6 Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. 7 For we live by faith, not by sight. 8 We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. 9 So we make it our goal to please him, whether we are at home in the body or away from it. 10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad. A lot of people get their ideas about what happens after we die from jokes and artwork rather than from Scripture. Here are some common misunderstandings people have about life after death: Almost everybody goes to heaven except for really bad people like Hitler. 3. Read Luke 13:23–24 and discuss what Jesus says about this misunderstanding: “Someone asked him, “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?” He said to them, “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door, because many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able to.” Hell is a party for all the fun people. 4. Read Luke 13:28 and discuss what Jesus says about this misunderstanding: “There will be weeping there, and gnashing of teeth, when you see Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, but you yourselves thrown out.” Another misunderstanding is that people get caught up in the metaphors the Bible uses to describe heaven and hell, but miss the reality that Scripture is trying to describe. 5. What are some metaphors about heaven and hell that people often focus on? 6. Read 1 Corinthians 2:9 and talk about what the Apostle Paul said regarding the true nature of heaven: “However, as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived”— the things God has prepared for those who love him.” 7. To truly understand life after death, it’s best to start with Jesus. Read what the Apostle Paul wrote about Jesus in 1 Corinthians 15:3-4: “For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures….” Jesus was the first person to experience new life after death. Scripture says that what happened to Jesus will one day happen for all who follow Him. From what you know about Jesus’ life after his death, what can you learn about our life after death? 8. The Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 5:10 makes it clear that everyone will face judgment after death. We will be judged by Jesus, who experienced the challenges of being human and was known as a friend of sinners. He also died on the cross to make forgiveness possible for us. Read 2 Peter 3:9: “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.” What kind of judge do you think Jesus will be? How do you feel about standing before Jesus as your judge? 9. In thinking about heaven, we sometimes get caught up in the metaphors. For example, people say heaven is where you can eat chocolate without the calories, where you get to have mansions, gold and jewels. What is the most important aspect of heaven, according to 2 Corinthians 5:7? 10. When the criminal on the cross next to Jesus acknowledged his own sinfulness, asked for Jesus’ help, and expressed his belief that Jesus is God, Jesus responded in Luke 23:40-43: “Today you will be with me in paradise.” How might this help people deal with fear about what comes after death? 11. A lot of people don’t like to think about hell, but Jesus talked a lot about it, because he wanted help people avoid ending up there. Read 2 Thessalonians 1:8–10: “He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of his might on the day he comes to be glorified in his holy people and to be marveled at among all those who have believed. This includes you, because you believed our testimony to you.” What is the essence of hell, according to this Scripture? 12. Another misunderstanding people have about hell is that God “sends” people there. Actually God gives people what they want. If a person spends their life resisting Jesus and his grace, God won’t force them to spend eternity with Him. Imagine what it will be like to be shut out from the presence of God who is the source of all life, all joy, all light, all hope, all peace, all goodness, all love. How would you describe what hell will be like? 13. Read what the Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 15:19: “If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied.” What was Paul’s point here? 14. Read Jesus’ words in John 11:25-26: “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” What is Jesus’ trying to communicate here? 15. What gives you hope in life, even when things are difficult? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Ask Pastor Dale and Kathy Copan Your Question – Go to https://communityofhope.church/asking to turn in your question, and they’ll try to answer it next Sunday, May 29 at the Loxahatchee Campus. Beach Baptism Sunday, 4:30pm June 5 at Carlin Park in Jupiter – We’ve rented a large pavilion so we can gather as a church family to celebrate baptisms and enjoy a fun picnic together at the beach! Wear a COH t-shirt and bring your own chairs and picnic supper. If you haven’t yet taken the step of baptism consider being baptized. Sign up for baptism at https://communityofhope.church/baptism Even if you don’t know anyone being baptized, we hope you’ll come out and have a fun time at the beach with your church family. Summer Suppers are an opportunity to get to know some new people over a meal! Sign up, and we’ll connect you to a group of 8 people who will simply share a meal and enjoy some conversation! You can sign up for a Summer Supper in June or for one in July or both. Get more information specific to your campus at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Summer Bible Triads - If you want to grow spiritually over the summer months, join a Summer Bible Triad! We’ll help you connect with two other people of the same gender to meet with weekly to discuss the Bible, pray, and encourage each other in your walk with Christ. All the information you need will be provided. The three of you get to decide when and where to meet - whether in a home, at a coffee shop, or virtually. Sign up at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-15-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e5d86cdc-b12f-4d29-b62c-4dcab37c5905/Asking-for-a-Friend-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 05-15-2022 - Make it stand out 05-15-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Pastor Brandon Weaver (Lake Worth), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Asking For A Friend Week 4: Does Everything Happen For A Reason? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read the theme verse for this series – Matthew 22:37 - Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” 1. Today’s question: “Does everything happen for a reason?” is one that Christians have different ideas of how to answer. What are some views you’ve heard regarding this question? 2. This is an especially important question, because your answer determines your picture of God. And your picture of God impacts your faith and your trust in him. What has been your picture of God in life? 3. In your relationship with a person you know and love, if something happens that you don’t understand that appears to be out of character for that person, it creates a gap that you have a choice of how to fill. You can fill that gap with trust, or you can fill that gap with suspicion. Talk briefly about how this principle works in our relationship with people. Name a challenging area regarding God and how his world works that sometimes causes people to question God’s character. How could this principle help? 4. Read Matthew 6:9-13 – “This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us today our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. 13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’” What are the implications of the fact that Jesus wants us to pray for God’s will to be done? Why would Jesus ask us to pray that? There are two major views of how God’s will works on earth: The Blueprint View: God’s will is always unfolding in a pre-decided way. Every single thing that happens in our lives is exactly according to his plan. Everything happens for a reason. God planned everything we experience. 5. Read James 1:17: “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” What does this verse communicate about God’s role with regard to the good things in your life? 6. When it comes to the bad things – murder, cancer, rape, the Holocaust, unfaithfulness in marriage, etc. - some people think these are also planned by God “for a reason.” If a person believes this, how might that impact their picture of God? The Warfare View: The other view we looked at is the Warfare View. This view holds that not everything on this earth is as God intended it to be. The world was created good, but when people sinned, the world changed. Now the world has a lot of things in it that are not God’s will, because of the free will of people and spiritual beings who are warring against God. But God is always working to redeem even bad situations. 7. Read Ephesians 6:12 – “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” What is the point of this passage? 8. Read Romans 8:28 - And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. This verse is one reason people hold to the Blueprint View. But if you look closely, it doesn’t say that God planned everything that happens. It says that God can work for good and bring good purposes out of everything that happens to those who love him. How are those two things different? 9. As it states in Romans 8:28, God is so good at bringing good purposes out of even horrible, painful situations, that sometimes we can misunderstand and assume that God planned the horrible, painful situation to begin with. But we believe that what’s actually happening is that God is so wise and intelligent, he can redeem any situation and bring good out of it. How might this idea impact your picture of God, in contrast to the Blueprint View? 10. What are some reasons we can trust God with our life and future, even though our world has a lot of suffering and pain in it? 11. Which view – the Blueprint View or the Warfare View - motivates you more to join God in his redemptive work in the world through serving and prayer? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Beach Baptism Sunday, 4:30pm June 5 at Carlin Park in Jupiter – We’ve rented a large pavilion so we can gather as a church family to celebrate baptisms and enjoy a fun picnic together at the beach! Wear a COH t-shirt and bring your own chairs and picnic supper. If you haven’t yet taken the step of baptism consider being baptized. Sign up for baptism at https://communityofhope.church/baptism First Care Baby Bottle Boomerang – First Care is a wonderful organization that COH has partnered with for many years, because of how they love and support women in a crisis pregnancy to help them choose life for their baby. Take a bottle from the lobby today, fill it with money or a check, and then bring it back by May 22 to support the ministry of First Care. Partnership Gathering – Loxahatchee Campus, Tuesday, May 17, 7pm. WPB Campus, May 24, 7pm This quarterly meeting is a great opportunity to learn about important matters and decisions impacting the future of our church. All COH partners are encouraged to attend this informational meeting, and all COH attenders are welcome to attend even if you’re not yet an official partner. Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-08-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e5d86cdc-b12f-4d29-b62c-4dcab37c5905/Asking-for-a-Friend-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 05-08-2022 - Make it stand out 05-08-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Pastor Brandon Weaver (Lake Worth), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Asking For A Friend Week 3: Isn’t my faith just between me and God? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read the theme verse for this series – Matthew 22:37 - Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” Mark Twain wrote: “Faith is believing what you know ain’t so!” Where does this incorrect idea about faith come from? 2. Read Matthew 28:16-20 – Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” These were Jesus’ last words before he left the earth. Parting words normally express something that’s especially important to a person. What do you notice here about what was important to Jesus? Jesus urges his followers to do two things: Make Disciples: This means to reproduce what’s happening in your life spiritually in someone else so that they become increasingly mature followers of Jesus. 3. Based on the definition above, describe someone you know who’s living out Jesus’s command to make disciples. How is that person helping other people connect with Jesus and grow spiritually? Baptize Them: Baptism may seem like a strange thing to do, but throughout the New Testament, whenever someone made a fresh commitment to Jesus Christ, they were immediately baptized in obedience to Jesus’s words in Matthew 28:19. 4. Our church practices two sacraments: Holy Communion and baptism. A sacrament is something Jesus practiced that he asks us to do. We say that baptism is an outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual grace. What do we mean by that? 5. Pastor Dale said that being baptized is similar to wearing a wedding ring. How is wearing a wedding ring similar to being baptized? 6. What did Pastor Dale mean when he said, “While my faith is personal, it’s not private”? 7. How does faith become personal? Why is it important that faith be personal? 8. Why do some people want their faith to be a private matter, just between them and God? 9. Why is it important to go public with our faith? What are some benefits of going public? 10. How have you “gone public” with your faith, letting people know that Jesus is your Lord? 11. If you’ve been baptized, describe what that experience was like and why you chose to do it. 12. Pastor Dale said, “Once your faith is public, it’s important to live your faith the right way.” Read the following Scriptures and discuss what each one says about how we should live as a representative of Jesus in the world: Colossians 4:5–6 - Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. 1 Peter 3:15 - But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. 13. Read Ephesians 2:10 - For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. The word “handiwork” here means “masterpiece.” How do you feel about the idea that you are God’s masterpiece? What is the Apostle Paul communicating here about how we should live? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. Beach Baptism Sunday, 4:30pm June 5 at Carlin Park in Jupiter – We’ve rented a large pavilion so we can gather as a church family to celebrate baptisms and enjoy a fun picnic together at the beach! Wear a COH t-shirt and bring your own chairs and picnic supper. If you haven’t yet taken the step of baptism consider being baptized. Sign up for baptism at https://communityofhope.church/baptism First Care Baby Bottle Boomerang – First Care is a wonderful organization that COH has partnered with for many years, because of how they love and support women in a crisis pregnancy to help them choose life for their baby. Take a bottle from the lobby today, fill it with money or a check, and then bring it back by May 22 to support the ministry of First Care. Partnership Gathering – Loxahatchee Campus, Tuesday, May 17, 7pm. WPB Campus, May 24, 7pm This quarterly meeting is a great opportunity to learn about important matters and decisions impacting the future of our church. All COH partners are encouraged to attend this informational meeting, and all COH attenders are welcome to attend even if you’re not yet an official partner. Connections Class – This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected here and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith, and what partnership involves. Our next Connections series will be on Sundays May 15 & 22, June 5 & 12 from 10:15 to 11:30am at our Loxahatchee Campus and simultaneously over Zoom. If you’re coming, please register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-01-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e5d86cdc-b12f-4d29-b62c-4dcab37c5905/Asking-for-a-Friend-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 05-01-2022 - Make it stand out 05-01-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Dr. E. Dale Locke (Lake Worth), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Asking For A Friend Week 2: What Do I Do With My Doubt? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read the theme verse for this series – Matthew 22:37 - Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” Asking faith questions is good! The question we explored last week was “How can I know God’s plan for me?” Share one thing that was helpful from last week’s sermon and how it helped you. 2. Read John 20:19-29 – On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 20 After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord. 21 Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” 22 And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive anyone’s sins, their sins are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.” 24 Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. 25 So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!” But he said to them, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.” 26 A week later his disciples were in the house again, and Thomas was with them. Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.” 28 Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!” 29 Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” From this passage and other accounts of Jesus’ life, how does Jesus deal with people who doubt? 3. Ellsworth Kalas said of the 12 disciples: “If there has ever been a small group of people who have left an indelible impact on the world, it is this group. When Jesus left the planet, he left his mission and his message in the care of these persons…and today, their spiritual descendants constitute the largest single religious body in the entire world…” How was it possible for these 12 men to impact the world in such a big way even up to today, despite the fact that they had some doubts and confusion about Jesus during the time He was on earth? Today, Thomas is known as “the doubter.” But we notice three admirable qualities about Thomas: Story 1 – Thomas the Authentic from John 11. Lazarus, one of Jesus’ closest friends had just died, and Jesus told his disciples he wanted to travel to Lazarus’s home to raise him from the dead. This was near Jerusalem, where it was known that the religious leaders were looking for an opportunity to kill Jesus, so in John 11:16, Thomas said (probably a bit sarcastically), “Let us also go that we may die with him”. Thomas was willing to be honest and authentic about his feelings. 4. What might be some reasons why some Christians don’t feel comfortable being authentic and honest about their doubts and struggles with faith? 5. What are some benefits of being honest with others about doubts and struggles you have with faith? Story 2 – Thomas the Inquisitive from John 14. 6. Read John 14:1-5 where Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going.” 5 Thomas said to him, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” Here we see Thomas was willing to ask questions when he was confused. Share about a time when you were confused about something in the Bible, and you asked a question, and it helped you grow in your understanding. 7. Children ask an average of 125 questions a day, but by the time we become adults, we generally ask only about 6 questions a day. Why do you think adults ask so many fewer questions than children do? 8. Trevor said that any time you don’t understand something, you have two choices: judgement or curiosity. Why do people often pass negative judgement on things they don’t understand? 9. What are the benefits of being curious and asking questions about things you don’t understand? Story 3 – Thomas the Willing from John 20 10. In John 20:19-23, Thomas had missed out on Jesus’s resurrection appearance to the disciples, possibly because he was off grieving alone. Again we see Thomas’s honesty about his struggle to believe, because of course it’s challenging to believe someone who was dead came back to life. But after Thomas got additional evidence, he was willing to change his mind and acknowledge Jesus as God. If you’ve ever known someone who wasn’t willing to change their mind about Jesus, regardless of information or evidence, share about that with your group. What do you think were their reasons for not believing? 11. Thomas went on to be a missionary in India, taking the gospel message further than any of the other disciples. He lived a life of faithfulness to Jesus, even being willing to die for his faith. But this solid faith started with Thomas being authentic, inquisitive, and willing to change his mind and submit to Jesus as Lord. Which of these three aspects are the most challenging for you personally? 12. What was the most helpful thing for you personally in this sermon? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Kids Ministry Volunteers Needed – Our kids ministry is growing each weekend and as our regular volunteers take vacations during the summer, we are looking for some new volunteers. If you would be willing to serve once a month in our children’s ministry, sign up at communityofhope.church/serve Vintage Community of Hope T-Shirts – If you would like one of our vintage COH t-shirts stop by the Welcome Desk today and get one for a suggested donation of $5. Offer good while supplies last. Represent our church around town, and wear it to COH events, like the upcoming Beach Baptism. Connections Class – This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected here and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith, and what partnership involves. Our next Connections series will be on Sundays May 15 & 22, June 5 & 12 from 10:15 to 11:30am at our Loxahatchee Campus and simultaneously over Zoom. If interested, register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Beach Baptism Sunday, 4:30pm June 5 at Carlin Park in Jupiter – We’ve rented a large pavilion so we can gather as a church family to celebrate baptisms and enjoy a fun picnic together at the beach! Wear a COH t-shirt and bring your own chairs and picnic supper. If you haven’t yet taken the step of baptism consider being baptized. Sign up for baptism at https://communityofhope.church/baptism Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-24-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-04-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/e5d86cdc-b12f-4d29-b62c-4dcab37c5905/Asking-for-a-Friend-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 04-24-2022 - Make it stand out 04-24-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Pastor Brandon Weaver (Lake Worth), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Asking For A Friend Week 1: How can I know God’s plan for me? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: People have different personalities. Some are planners, while others prefer to let their daily life be spontaneous. Describe which kind of person you are when it comes to planning. 2. Some people think faith means you just have to believe, no questions asked. But God isn’t put off by your questions. Asking honest questions, can actually help your faith grow deeper. In this series, we will explore some common questions you may be wondering about, but were afraid to ask. Read the theme verse for this series – Matthew 22:37 - Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” What do you think it means to love God with your mind? How does a person do that? 3. Today’s question is - How can I know God’s plan for me? If you’re ever asked this question, share about that with your group. 4. Read Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. What do you notice in this passage? 5. The idea of God having a plan is not just a Christian thing. It’s all over our culture too. What do people in our culture today generally mean when they talk about God’s plan? God is a planner 6. God has well-designed plans of what he is going to do in certain areas. From what you’ve read in Scripture, what are some areas that God has definite plans for? God makes good plans 7. Read Jeremiah 29:11 - “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” What does this verse communicate to you about God’s plans? God is flexible with His plans 8. Scripture indicates that God’s plans are often flexible. Why is it good news to know that God is flexible with regard to his plans, rather than just having one fixed plan for each person’s life? 9. The Old Testament prophet Jeremiah compares God to a potter at his potter’s wheel. Read Jeremiah 18:6 - “Can I not do with you, Israel, as this potter does?” declares the Lord. “Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand, Israel.” What is the point of Jeremiah’s illustration that God is like a potter and we are like clay in his hands? 10. If you feel like you’ve messed up your life (or like someone else has messed up your life), what are some reasons you can be confident that God isn’t done with you yet? 11. Read Proverbs 3:5-6 again – Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. What is our part in receiving God’s guidance for our lives? The Bible indicates life is a path. Here are 3 practices to help you find the path for your life: Get a verse, not just a voice. – Make a habit of regularly reading the Bible so you can get familiar with what God has already said concerning the way to live. 12. A recent study showed that 26 million Americans stopped reading their Bible regularly during COVID. Why do you think that is? Pray for wisdom. – Read James 1:5 - If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. 13. If you’ve ever experienced what James 1:5 is describing, share about that with your group. Follow the Peace 14. Pastor Trevor clarified that he wasn’t saying just to “follow your heart” but rather to “follow the peace.” What’s the difference between following the peace and following your heart? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Outdoor Service: Next week is the first Sunday of the month, so join us for our monthly outdoor evening service at 5pm at our Loxahatchee Campus. Communion will be served. Kids are welcome. Service is held weather permitting. Bring your own chair or blanket. Connections Class – This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected here and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith, and what partnership involves. Our next Connections series will be on Sundays May 15 & 22, June 5 & 12 from 10:15 to 11:30am at our Loxahatchee Campus and simultaneously over Zoom. If interested, register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Beach Baptism Sunday, 4:30pm June 5 at Carlin Park in Jupiter – We’ve rented a large pavilion so we can gather as a church family to celebrate baptisms and enjoy a fun picnic together at the beach! Wear a COH t-shirt and bring your own chairs and picnic supper. If you haven’t yet taken the step of baptism consider being baptized. Sign up for baptism at https://communityofhope.church/baptism Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-17-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1645648115692-PLU3IHM8PFF2MTVCE7D5/Easter-2022-web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-17-2022 - Make it stand out 04-17-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español), Pastor Brandon Weaver (Lake Worth) Easter Sunday English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Community of Hope is celebrating its 25th birthday! However long you’ve been part of COH, share how this church has impacted your life. 2. Read Luke 24:13-35 – Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14 They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. 15 As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; 16 but they were kept from recognizing him. 17 He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?” They stood still, their faces downcast. 18 One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?” 19 “What things?” he asked. “About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. 20 The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; 21 but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place. 22 In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning 23 but didn’t find his body. They came and told us that they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. 24 Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see Jesus.” 25 He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 26 Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” 27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself. 28 As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. 29 But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. 30 When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. 31 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. 32 They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?” 33 They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together 34 and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.” 35 Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by them when he broke the bread. This passage is from Luke’s account of the life of Jesus. The New Testament has four different accounts of Jesus’ life – Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. What’s the advantage of having four accounts, rather than just one? 3. Luke was the only non-Jewish writer of Scripture. He was a physician and was at one point a non-religious person. But somehow he was impacted by Jesus Christ and gave his life to Him. Share how you went from being a non-religious person to a life committed to Jesus. 4. Luke explains how he wrote his account of Jesus’ life in Luke 1:3-4: “Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us, just as they were handed down to us by those who from the first were eyewitnesses and servants of the word. With this in mind, since I myself have carefully investigated everything from the beginning, I too decided to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, so that you may know the certainty of the things you have been taught.” What do you notice here about Luke’s process? 5. Jesus appeared to people numerous times after his death and resurrection. The New Testament records at least ten post-death appearances of Jesus, and one was to at least 500 people at once! Our passage today contains the appearance of Jesus that is described in the most detail. How were these two men feeling at the beginning of this conversation? 6. These guys didn’t recognize at first that it was Jesus speaking to them. In a similar way, when Jesus speaks to people today, we don’t always recognize at first that it’s Jesus. Have you ever felt like Jesus was speaking to you, even if you didn’t hit you until later on that it was Jesus? 7. How did Jesus begin to move the their conversation from sadness and confusion toward hope? 8. We live in a culture that tries to sell us on things that won’t ultimately satisfy. What are some of those things? 9. Read what Paul said to the people of Athens, Greece about God in Acts 17:26-28b – “From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us. For in him we live and move and have our being.” What does this passage tell you about God? 10. Pastor Dale shared how Community of Hope got its name - during his prayer time in Korea in the middle of the night, God told him, “If you’ll trust me and be faithful, I will build a community of hope in Palm Beach County.” Later as Pastor Dale researched this area, studies showed that one of the strongest felt needs here in 1997 was for hope. What evidence is there that this is still a big need? 11. The men acknowledged that they felt a burning in their hearts during the conversation with Jesus. Something supernatural was going on that changed everything. Pastor Dale shared about the Atacama Desert, which is normally the driest, deadest place on Earth; but occasionally it gets a year’s worth of rain in a day, and over 200 varieties of seeds that are buried under the earth burst into bloom. In a similar way, a hopeless person can experience a beautiful blooming of hope through a relationship with Jesus Christ, and it begins with one simple acknowledgment: “Lord Jesus I need you. I want you in my life.” God comes where He is wanted. If you’ve found hope through Jesus, share with your group how that hope impacts your daily life. If you’ve not yet connected to Jesus, we encourage you to do that now. If you’re unsure about how to do it, ask your group for help. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Asking For A Friend – Join us for our next sermon series which starts next Sunday, where we will explore common faith questions people have, but might be afraid to ask. Milestone: Middle School: Loxahatchee Campus – Wednesdays | April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 | 6:30-8:00pm West Palm Beach Campus – Wednesdays | April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 | 6:30-8:00pm Milestone Middle school is a 4-week class for you and your student who is going into 6th grade in the Fall. Students will learn about what it means to be a fully devoted follower of Christ and a COH partner. This stepping stone in your child’s faith journey is our version of the traditional confirmation class and will help your student transition from children’s ministry to student ministry. Parents will be equipped and given resources to have important conversations with your pre-teen. This class will meet for parents and students during COH Students at each campus. Tap here to Register for the LOX Campus Milestone: Middle Tap here to Register for the WPB Campus Milestone: Middle School Connections Class – This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected here and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith, and what partnership involves. Our next Connections series will be on Sundays May 15 & 22, June 5 & 12 from 10:15 to 11:30am at our Loxahatchee Campus and simultaneously over Zoom. If interested, register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-10-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-04-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/975f6b1e-489e-4dd2-8d35-22df79c2ee97/Who-Cares-web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-10-2022 - Make it stand out 04-10-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrera (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Who Cares? Growing a Heart Like Christ Week 6: All Teary-Eyed English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: What are some things that tend to make you cry? 2. Keep trying to memorize 2 Corinthians 1:3-4: Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 3. We’re in the last week of our Lenten series, Who Cares?, and we’re exploring compassion and how to grow a heart like Christ’s. The gospels record just two or three times that Jesus cried: · John 11:35 - Jesus wept. - This was when Jesus’s friend Lazarus died. Here Jesus cried because of grief caused by a loved one’s death, even though he was about to raise Lazarus from the dead. · Luke 22:44 - And being in anguish, he prayed more earnestly, and his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground. – Here, it doesn’t actually say Jesus cried, but it seems like he did. He was in the Garden of Gethsemane anticipating his death and that he would willingly take on the sins of the world, which would – for the first time – separate him from his Father. · The third time comes in our passage for today…. Read Luke 19:28-44 - After Jesus had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. 29 As he approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, 30 “Go to the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, which no one has ever ridden. Untie it and bring it here. 31 If anyone asks you, ‘Why are you untying it?’ say, ‘The Lord needs it.’” 32 Those who were sent ahead went and found it just as he had told them. 33 As they were untying the colt, its owners asked them, “Why are you untying the colt?” 34 They replied, “The Lord needs it.” 35 They brought it to Jesus, threw their cloaks on the colt and put Jesus on it. 36 As he went along, people spread their cloaks on the road. 37 When he came near the place where the road goes down the Mount of Olives, the whole crowd of disciples began joyfully to praise God in loud voices for all the miracles they had seen: 38 “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the highest!” 39 Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to Jesus, “Teacher, rebuke your disciples!” 40 “I tell you,” he replied, “if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.” 41 As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it 42 and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. 43 The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and encircle you and hem you in on every side. 44 They will dash you to the ground, you and the children within your walls. They will not leave one stone on another, because you did not recognize the time of God’s coming to you.” 4. What was it that made Jesus cry that day? 5. Pastor Dale quoted his friend, who said, “We’re not human beings having a temporary spiritual experience. We’re spiritual beings having a temporary human experience.” What did he mean by that? 6. C.S. Lewis said, “We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered us, like an ignorant child who wants to go on making mud pies in a slum because he cannot imagine what is meant by the offer of a holiday at the sea. We are far too easily pleased.” What was his point? When it comes to lost people, Jesus has a sense of urgency: 7. What do the following verses tell you about how God views people? · John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son that whoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life.” · John 14:6 “I am the way, the truth and the life, and no one comes to the Father but by me.” · Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates his love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” 8. In Luke 19:10, Jesus described the reason he came to earth – “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” What do we mean, when we say people are lost? When it comes to lost people, Jesus has just one strategy. 9. Jesus’s strategy for reaching spiritually lost people is us. Jesus said: “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.” So it’s not a problem of whether there are people who would be interested in Jesus. The real problem is that not enough Christians are willing to share. Why do you think that is? 10. If you know someone who doesn’t want to go to church, why do they feel that way? 11. In Luke 15:10, we see what makes Jesus glad. “In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” What are some ways that you could be part of helping people connect with Jesus? 12. Make a list of some people you could invite to our church for Good Friday or Easter. Pray together as a group for each person to have opportunities to do that and that God will draw people to come. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Good Friday Experience: Friday, April 15 | 4:30pm - 7:30pm | An indoor walk-through experience designed to creatively help you reflect on what Jesus did for us on the cross. Come by yourself or with your family. Available in both English and Spanish at all our campuses with versions for adults or for families with small children. More information at https://communityofhope.church/easter Easter Services: Join us at any of our 3 campuses as we celebrate Jesus’s resurrection: Loxahatchee Campus - Outdoor Sunrise Service at 7am, Indoor Services at 9am, 10:30am, and noon. West Palm Beach Campus – Indoor Services at 10:00am in English and 11:30am in Español. Lake Worth Campus – Indoor Services at 9am and 10:30am. More information at https://communityofhope.church/easter Milestone: Middle School: Loxahatchee Campus – Wednesdays | April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 | 6:30-8:00pm West Palm Beach Campus – Wednesdays | April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 | 6:30-8:00pm Milestone Middle school is a 4-week class for you and your student who is going into 6th grade in the Fall. Students will learn about what it means to be a fully devoted follower of Christ and a COH partner. This stepping stone in your child’s faith journey is our version of the traditional confirmation class and will help your student transition from children’s ministry to student ministry. Parents will be equipped and given resources to have important conversations with your pre-teen. This class will meet for parents and students during COH Students at each campus. Tap here to Register for the LOX Campus Milestone: Middle Tap here to Register for the WPB Campus Milestone: Middle School Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-03-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/975f6b1e-489e-4dd2-8d35-22df79c2ee97/Who-Cares-web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-03-2022 - Make it stand out 04-03-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Who Cares? Growing a Heart Like Christ Week 5: Heart Smart English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Keep trying to memorize 2 Corinthians 1:3-4: Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 2. We’re in week 5 of our Lenten series, “Who Cares?” exploring compassion and how to grow a heart like Christ’s. Yesterday, in our church Bible reading plan we read 2 Corinthians 2:14 where Paul said to “Spread the aroma of the knowledge of Jesus everywhere.” Pastor Dale reminded us that everywhere we go, we represent Jesus, and that Christians are a lot like fertilizer: Spread out we can really do some good. Piled up together, we start to stink and we burn a hole in the ground! What are some practical ways Christians can spread the aroma of Jesus? 3. Read Luke 10:25-37 – On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 “What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you read it?” 27 He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’[a]; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” 28 “You have answered correctly,” Jesus replied. “Do this and you will live.” 29 But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” 30 In reply Jesus said: “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. 31 A priest happened to be going down the same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. 32 So too, a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. 33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out two denarii[c] and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.’ 36 “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?” 37 The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.” Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.” 4. Two weeks ago we looked at this passage with the question, Who is my neighbor? and noticed: Some live by the life motto, “What’s yours is mine, and I’m gonna take it.” This was true of the robbers who attacked the man in this story. Some live out the motto, “What’s mine is mine, and I’m gonna keep it.” This is where many of us live when it comes to our time, money, and emotional energy. But Jesus wants us to live as the Samaritan did with the motto, “What’s mine is God’s, so I’m gonna manage and share what God has entrusted to me.” This comes from understanding the principle in James 1:17 “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” How does the truth of James 1:17 impact your approach to life? 5. It used to be that the only poverty you knew about was the poverty you saw. The only scary medical situations you experienced were the ones your family and close friends experienced personally. The only tragedies you learned of were ones that happened in your home town. But now we have access to every sad, heart-breaking struggle in the world 24/7 on the phone we hold in our hands. So it’s easy to get overwhelmed and fatigued and to just check out. How does this constant access to tragedies and bad news affect you personally? 6. Today we’re considering how to keep our hearts in the game. Andy Stanley has a great motto that represents the heart of Jesus. “Do for one, what you wish you could do for all.” What does Andy mean by that? 7. Note that the Samaritan in Jesus’s story didn’t let himself get overwhelmed or check out. He kept his heart engaged. Luke 10:33 says, “he took pity” on the man who had been attacked by robbers. When you feel pity, it’s often God prompting you to do something. If we repeatedly cut that feeling off and don’t respond to it, we might gradually lose our ability to hear God’s voice. If you’ve ever felt God prompt you to do an act of compassion for someone, share briefly about that. Jesus wants us to keep our hearts engaged. Note how the Samaritan does that: He Goes Deep - Luke 10:34a 8. Note that the Samaritan didn’t keep his distance but gets deeply involved in this other man’s plight. Why might people hesitate to get involved in difficult situations, even when God is prompting them to show compassion? He Goes Long - Luke 10:34 9. Like most of us, the Samaritan in this story probably had places to go and things to do. But note his willingness to be inconvenienced. One of the best ways to gauge the spiritual climate of our soul is by our willingness to be inconvenienced. Why do you think that is? He Goes Time - Luke 10:35 10. Note that the Samaritan’s response of compassion took a lot of his time. (Vs 35 says, “The next day.…”) How do you tend to react when it comes to letting go of your schedule and being willing to take time to help someone in need? He Goes Money - Luke 10:35 11. The Samaritan invested a lot his own resources to provide for this stranger. He does this willingly. Pastor Dale said often the last thing to get saved is our wallet. What did he mean by that? 12. When you’re willing to respond to God’s promptings to show compassion, and you go deep and long and give up time and money; your ability to hear God’s voice tends to grow and you get to see God’s power on display. If you’ve experienced this, share about that with your group. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Ukraine Humanitarian Relief Fund - We are taking an offering to help our brothers and sisters in Ukraine who are suffering and being displaced by the war there. Pray about what God might want you to give above your regular giving to Community of Hope to help alleviate their suffering in the name of Jesus. More information at https://communityofhope.church/give Easter Egg Hunt: Next Saturday, April 9 from 9-11:30am is our Loxahatchee Campus Egg Hunt. Thank you for all the eggs you’ve donated and for volunteering to help together with your family or small group. You can still volunteer at https://communityofhope.church/egghunt Be sure to invite people you know to come and enjoy games, activities, inflatables, crafts, egg hunts and more – all at no cost – especially people who don’t have a church home. Pray for good weather and that people will feel God’s love here. Family Holy Week Eggsperience: We’re providing a daily devotional for Holy Week in the form of a carton of eggs, to help kids understand this important season in a fun and creative way. Reserve one at https://communityofhope.church/easter and pick it up any time between now and next Sunday. Good Friday Experience: Friday, April 15 | 4:30pm - 7:30pm | An indoor walk-through experience designed to creatively help you reflect on what Jesus did for us on the cross. Come by yourself or with your family. Available in both English and Spanish at all our campuses with versions for adults or for families with small children. More information at https://communityofhope.church/easter Easter Services: Join us at any of our 3 campuses as we celebrate Jesus’s resurrection: Loxahatchee Campus - Outdoor Sunrise Service at 7am, Indoor Services at 9am, 10:30am, and noon. West Palm Beach Campus – Indoor Services at 10:00am in English and 11:30am in Español. Lake Worth Campus – Indoor Services at 9am and 10:30am. More information at https://communityofhope.church/easter Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-27-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/975f6b1e-489e-4dd2-8d35-22df79c2ee97/Who-Cares-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-27-2022 - Make it stand out 03-27-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Who Cares? Growing a Heart Like Christ Week 4: Be Our Guest English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Before hearing this sermon, how would you have described “hospitality”? 2. Read our theme verse – 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. Consider the “trouble” that Ukrainian people are currently experiencing. Share some ways that we could pass on God’s comfort to them. 3. Read Matthew 25:31-46 – “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his glorious throne. 32 All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. 33 He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left. 34 “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. 35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’ 37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? 38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ “Then he will say to those on his left, ‘Depart from me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels. 42 For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink, 43 I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me.’ 44 “They also will answer, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or needing clothes or sick or in prison, and did not help you?’ 45 “He will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.’ 46 “Then they will go away to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life.” 4. This series is about growing a heart of compassion like Christ’s. We tend to read verses 35-36 like it’s a list of 6 separate acts of compassion, but the early Church simply saw this as a way of life. This passage was the lens for the early Church on how to live out Jesus’ value of Christian hospitality. The New Testament word for “hospitality” literally means “loving strangers.” It’s helping others feel at home. It’s making room for someone you don’t yet know. Christian hospitality is about loving and welcoming people in need, especially those who cannot pay you back. Describe someone you know who has the gift of Christian hospitality. 5. Read Luke 14:12-14 - Then Jesus said to his host, “When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or sisters, your relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do, they may invite you back and so you will be repaid. But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed. Although they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous.” What does this Scripture add to your understanding of Christian hospitality? Jesus implored his followers to practice this kind of hospitality not just because of what will happen to us in eternity, but also because of what it does now in this life. Practicing Hospitality Grows Your Soul: 6. How might practicing biblical hospitality help a person grow spiritually? 7. The first step toward living a life of compassion is to remember how Jesus loved you and welcomed you home. The Book of Common Prayer reads, “Lord Jesus you stretched out your arms on the hard wood of the cross so that all might come within your saving embrace.” Share some things that Jesus has done for you personally that you’re grateful for. 8. Look at the Missions page of our COH website at communityofhope.church/missions to see how our church is living out this passage. If you’re not yet serving in any of our church’s Missions outreach opportunities, talk with your group about one way you might get involved. Practicing Hospitality Pushes Back Against the Darkness 9. Share how Christian hospitality can be a spiritual weapon against forces of darkness in this world. 10. Pray together as a group: (Hands up in a boxing stance) I confess that my natural human posture is to fight for myself. (Hands out and open) But as a follower of Jesus, I choose now to surrender. My life is not my own. (Hands clenched) I confess that my natural human posture is to hoard and keep for myself. (Hands open) But as a follower of Jesus, I choose now a posture of hospitality. All I have is not mine. It’s yours, Lord. (Arms crossed) I confess my natural human posture is to stand on the sidelines and say, “It’s not my problem.” (Arms open wide) But as a follower of Jesus, I choose now to say to least, the last and the lost, “You can find a home with me.” Amen. What thoughts came to your mind as you prayed this prayer? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Ukraine Humanitarian Relief Fund - We are taking an offering to help our brothers and sisters in Ukraine who are suffering and being displaced by the war there. Pray about what God might want you to give above your regular giving to Community of Hope to help alleviate their suffering in the name of Jesus. More information at https://communityofhope.church/give Outdoor Service: Next week is the first Sunday of the month, so join us for our monthly outdoor evening service at 5pm at our Loxahatchee Campus. Communion will be served. Kids are welcome. Service is held weather permitting. Bring your own chair or blanket. Easter Egg Hunt: We are excited about our Egg Hunt, which will be held at all three of our campuses! This is our biggest outreach to our communities as we invite families to enjoy games, activities, inflatables, crafts, egg hunts and more – all at no cost. Please help us by volunteering and by bringing lots of filled eggs. More information at https://communityofhope.church/egghunt Family Holy Week Eggsperience: Start this plan on Palm Sunday and you can read about what Jesus was doing during each day of Holy Week. You’ll find a daily, short devotional geared for kids, conversation starters, and prayer to help your family engage with Scriptures. Tell a friend! Available April 10-17 at https://communityofhope.church/easter Good Friday Experience: Friday, April 15 | 4:30pm - 7:30pm | At all our campuses - Loxahatchee, West Palm Beach and Lake Worth – we invite you to an indoor walk-through experience designed to creatively help you reflect on what Jesus did for us on the cross. Come by yourself or with your family anytime between 4:30pm & 7:30pm. Available in both English and Spanish with versions for adults or for families with small children. More information at https://communityofhope.church/easter Easter Services: Join us at any of our 3 campuses as we celebrate Jesus’s resurrection: Loxahatchee Campus - Outdoor Sunrise Service at 7am, Indoor Services at 9am, 10:30am, and noon. West Palm Beach Campus – Indoor Services at 10:00am in English and 11:30am in Español. Lake Worth Campus – Indoor Services at 9am and 10:30am. More information at https://communityofhope.church/easter Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-20-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/975f6b1e-489e-4dd2-8d35-22df79c2ee97/Who-Cares-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-20-2022 - Make it stand out 03-20-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Who Cares? Growing a Heart Like Christ Week 3: Won’t You Be My Neighbor? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. At COH, we use the season of Lent each year to prepare ourselves to celebrate Jesus’s resurrection at Easter. One way Christians have done that throughout the centuries is by living out Jesus’s value of compassion to those who are suffering, and that’s our focus at COH this year. What are some ways Jesus demonstrated compassion and care for suffering people? 2. Read our theme verse for this series 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 - Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. In our culture, people increasingly tend to focus on themselves. Jesus calls us to something else. In Tim McGraw’s song called “Be Humble and Kind” he says, “When you get to where you’re going, turn around and help the next one in line.” That’s what we’re talking about in this series. What are some ways you are passing on to others the comfort you’ve received from God? 3. There is a trend in our current culture for people to “de-construct” their faith. Some make the critical mistake of assuming this means they have to lose their faith altogether, but others begin to correctly realize that some of their childhood ideas of faith were actually incomplete or immature, and this opens up the glorious possibility of finding the real thing. If you’ve grown out of or abandoned any of your childhood faith ideas that weren’t really what genuine Christian faith is about, share that with your group. 4. Read Luke 10:25-37 – On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 “What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you read it?” 27 He answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” 28 “You have answered correctly,” Jesus replied. “Do this and you will live.” 29 But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” 30 In reply Jesus said: “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. 31 A priest happened to be going down the same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. 32 So too, a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. 33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.’ 36 “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers?” 37 The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.” Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.” 5. Why did Pastor Dale say that an easy chair may be the most dangerous thing in your home? 6. Describe what is meant by “compassion fatigue” and why people might feel this. Have you ever felt it? 7. Luke reveals that the man asking Jesus questions was doing it to test Jesus. What does that tell you about that man’s faith and his heart? Jesus is teaching in this parable that genuine compassion is an action, not just a feeling. The parable he tells in answer to the question “Who is my neighbor?” demonstrates three different life philosophies: No one is my neighbor. This was the life philosphy of the robbers in the story. They live by the ethic: “What’s yours is mine and I’m going to take it!” 8. Though you’re hopefully not as evil as these robbers were, has there ever been anything in your life that reflects this philosophy? I’m my own neighbor. This is the life philosophy of the religious people in the parable, and the ethic of this group is: “What’s mine is mine, and I’m going to keep it.” 9. This is more likely to be where many of us are tempted. What is the problem with living by this 2nd life philosophy? Anyone I can help is my neighbor. This appears to be the life ethic of the Samaritan in Jesus’s story. His motto might be described with: “What’s mine is God’s, and I’m going to manage it.” 10. How does a person’s life change when they realize that our possessions belong to God, and He’s just given them to us to manage? What does God want us to do as his managers? 11. When we exercise compassion, endorphins are produced in our body. We’ve been created to be compassionate and generous. Think of a time when you were generous and share how it felt. 12. Jesus says, “Go and do!” Pastor Dale said that we can’t do everything, but we can do for one what we wish we could do for everyone. What did he mean by that? 13. Consider giving above and beyond your regular giving by participating in a special offering to help refugees fleeing the war in Ukraine. To give to that offering, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Easter Egg Hunt: We are excited about our Egg Hunt, which will be held at all three of our campuses! This is our biggest outreach to our communities as we invite families to enjoy games, activities, inflatables, crafts, egg hunts and more – all at no cost. Please help us by volunteering or by donating filled eggs. More information at https://communityofhope.church/egghunt Good Friday Experience: Friday, April 15 | 4:30pm - 7:30pm | At all our campuses - Loxahatchee, West Palm Beach and Lake Worth – We invite you to an indoor walk-through experience designed to creatively help you reflect on what Jesus did for us on the cross! Come by yourself or come with your family anytime between 4:30pm & 7:30pm. Children are welcome! Available in both English and Spanish with versions for adults or for families with small children. Milestone Middleschool – Wednesdays April 20, 27, May 4, 11, & 18 | 6:30- 8pm at both our LOX & WPB Campuses - A 5-week class for kids finishing 5th grade and their parents. Students will learn what it means to be a fully devoted follower of Christ and a partner at Community of Hope. This stepping stone in your child’s faith journey is our version of the traditional confirmation class and is designed to help your child transition from children’s ministry to student ministry. Parents will be equipped and given resources to discuss sexual integrity, technological responsibility, healthy habits, and authentic faith with your pre-teen. You’ll also meet and develop community with other parents entering this phase. Register at https://communityofhope.church/milestones Connections starts on Wednesday! – A 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. After the four weeks, you may become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Our next class will be held at our Loxahatchee Campus in-person and also simultaneously on Zoom on Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm starting March 23rd. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to COH go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-13-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/975f6b1e-489e-4dd2-8d35-22df79c2ee97/Who-Cares-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-13-2022 - Make it stand out 03-13-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Who Cares? Growing a Heart Like Christ Week 2: Least and Last English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our theme verse for this series 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 - Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. 2. Empathy is feeling what someone else feels, which is so important. Share about a time when you made an attempt to feel what someone else was feeling. 3. Compassion goes one step beyond empathy. Paul writes in our theme verse above that God is the Father of compassion. How would you define compassion? 4. We’ve included “compassion” in Community of Hope’s Statement of Faith because it’s one of the most mentioned ideas in Scripture; in fact it comes up over 3,000 times in the Bible! Article 6 of our church’s Statement of Faith says, “God calls all Christians to show compassion to those in need and to stand up for those who cannot stand up for themselves.” What does this statement mean to you, and what are some ways a person could live this out? 5. Read Matthew 25:31-40 – “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his glorious throne. 32 All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. 33 He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left. 34 “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. 35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’ 37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? 38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’” When you read this passage, what questions or thoughts come to your mind? The Test 6. Share about a very challenging test you had to take in any area of life. What was this experience like for you? How did you prepare for the test? 7. Read 2 Corinthians 5:10 - For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad. Jesus says there will be a test at the end of time; and because he loves us, he tells us exactly what will be required on the test. What will this test be about? 8. Read Ephesians 2:8-10 - For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9 not by works, so that no one can boast. 10 For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:8-9 is a well-known Scripture that clearly teaches no one can earn salvation by doing good works. This is a core teaching of the Christian faith. What does verse 10 add to your understanding of salvation and good works? What is Paul saying here? The Least 9. Jesus said that God’s test at the end of time will be about how we treated “the least.” Who are the least? 10. Bono, the lead singer of U2, once said... “Because whatever thoughts we have about God, who he is, or even if God exists, most would agree that God has a special place for the poor. The poor are where God lives, God is in the slums, in the cardboard boxes where the poor play house. God is where the opportunity is lost and lives are shattered. God is with the mother who has infected her child with a virus that will take both their lives. God is under the rubble in the cries we hear during wartime. God, my friends, is with the poor, and he is with us, if we are with them.” What do you think of what Bono said? The Disguise 11. Jesus said when we help “the least,” we are actually helping Jesus himself. Read Hebrews 13:2 – “Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” If you’ve ever sensed Jesus was present in someone you helped, share about that experience. 12. Try doing World Vision’s Matthew 25 Challenge this week or sometime during lent. It’s a practical, tangible way to grow your compassion for the least and connect with those living in poverty. Every day, you’ll get a text with a daily challenge, a story of children from around the world, and a devotional for you and your family to read and discuss together. To sign up – text COHM25 to 56170. The deadline to sign up is this Tuesday, even if you plan to do it at a later date. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Easter Egg Hunt: We are excited about our Egg Hunt, which will be held at all three of our campuses! This is our biggest outreach to our communities as we invite families to enjoy games, activities, inflatables, crafts, egg hunts and more – all at no cost. Please help us by volunteering and by bringing lots of filled eggs. More information at https://communityofhope.church/egghunt Prayer Walk: Throughout Lent, we invite you to make use of our beautiful Prayer Walk on our Loxahatchee Campus. You can use it alone, with your family, or with your small group. Find the entrance at the edge of the woods on the west side of our parking lot, then follow the 14 crosses along the pathway through the woods. Each cross has a Scripture reminding you of Jesus’s sacrifice on your behalf. At the end of the pathway, there’s a pavilion with picnic tables where you can meditate and pray alone, or enjoy a picnic with your family or small group as you discuss what you experienced. This is a wonderful activity for small groups and families to do together during Lent. Get more information at http://www.communityofhope.church/lent. Good Friday Experience: Friday, April 15 | 4:30pm - 7:30pm | At all our campuses - Loxahatchee, West Palm Beach and Lake Worth – we invite you to an indoor walk-through experience designed to creatively help you reflect on what Jesus did for us on the cross! Come by yourself or with your family anytime between 4:30pm & 7:30pm. Available in both English and Spanish with versions for adults or for families with small children. Connections - Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. After the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Our next class will be held at our Loxahatchee Campus in-person and also simultaneously on Zoom on Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm starting March 23rd. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-06-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/975f6b1e-489e-4dd2-8d35-22df79c2ee97/Who-Cares-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-06-2022 - Make it stand out 03-06-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Who Cares? Growing a Heart Like Christ Week 1: Lost and Found English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Given the current world situation, what are some reasons why people might wonder whether God really has the whole world in his hands and loves the whole world? 2. Read John 16:33 - I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. What would you say to someone who thinks that difficulties are a sign that there’s no God? 3. Read our theme verse for this series 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 - Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. What do you notice in Paul’s description here of what God is like? What do you notice about God’s plan for how people in our world will receive comfort? 4. This year throughout Lent, our sermon series will focus on Jesus’s love for the world and how to grow hearts like his so we can be involved in loving the world with him. Read Luke 15:1-24 - Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? 5 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders 6 and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’ 7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent. 8 “Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Doesn’t she light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? 9 And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.’ 10 In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” 11 Jesus continued: “There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 “Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country and there squandered his wealth in wild living. 14 After he had spent everything, there was a severe famine in that whole country, and he began to be in need. 15 So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. 16 He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything. 17 “When he came to his senses, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired servants have food to spare, and here I am starving to death! 18 I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. 19 I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired servants.’ 20 So he got up and went to his father. “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. 21 “The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ 22 “But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 23 Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. 24 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate. What do all three of these parables have in common? What is Jesus’s point here? Lost is a Thing 5. When God looks at the world, He sees two categories of people: lost and found. If you’ve ever lost something that was very important and precious to you, briefly share about that experience and especially the emotions you felt. 6. J.B. Philips, in his book, Your God is Too Small, says that most of us see God as a benevolent grandfather, a cosmic Santa Claus, or a resident policeman. How would you describe your picture of God? 7. Read Psalm 103:10–14 – He does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear [respect] him; as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust. What does this Psalm communicate to you about what God is like and how he deals with people? 8. Jesus gave his mission for coming to earth in Luke 19:10. He says there, “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” Think of some people you know who (as far as you know) don’t have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. How do you think Jesus feels about those people? How do you feel about the idea that they are lost? Found is a Thing 9. John Newton was a slave trader until March10, 1748 when he became a Christ-follower and changed his life direction. He later wrote the hymn, Amazing Grace: “Amazing grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now I’m found, was blind but now I see.” Share with your group your experience of being spiritually lost and how Jesus found you. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Easter Egg Hunt: We are excited that we will be holding our annual Egg Hunt at all three of our campuses! This is our biggest outreach to our community as we invite families to enjoy games, activities, inflatables, crafts, egg hunts and more – all at no cost. Please help us by volunteering and by bringing lots of filled eggs. More information at https://communityofhope.church/egghunt Lent at Community of Hope: Go to http://www.communityofhope.church/lent for ideas on how to observe Lent including a brief video of Pastor Dale explaining what Lent is about. Prayer Walk: Throughout Lent, we invite you to make use of our beautiful Prayer Walk on our Loxahatchee Campus. You can use it alone, with your family, or with your small group. Find the entrance at the edge of the woods on the west side of our parking lot, then follow the 14 crosses along the pathway through the woods. Each cross has a Scripture reminding you of Jesus’s sacrifice on your behalf. At the end of the pathway, there’s a pavilion with picnic tables where you can meditate and pray alone, or enjoy a picnic with your family or small group as you discuss what you experienced. This is a wonderful activity for small groups and families to do together during Lent. Connections - Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. After the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Two options for taking Connections are coming soon: (1) Our WPB Campus will have a class on Zoom only Mondays, 7-8:15pm starting March 7th. (2) Our Loxahatchee Campus will have a class that will be both in-person and over Zoom on Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm starting March 23rd. Register for either class at https://communityofhope.church/connections Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-27-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-27-2022 - Make it stand out 02-27-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke, (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: How Life Works Week 8: Judging? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read our theme verse from this series, Matthew 7:24 - Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 1. This is our final week studying Jesus’s challenging Sermon on the Mount. We’ve been learning that life works best when we subordinate every other identity in our lives to our identity as a follower of Jesus. That includes our political party, sexual orientation, the pronouns we want to be called by, our past, our present, our future, our failure, our success, everything – we lay it all down. Read what the Apostle Paul wrote in Philippians 3:8-11 - What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ 9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith. 10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead. What do you notice here about how the Apostle Paul viewed his own identity? 2. Read Matthew 7:1-6; 13-23 – “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. 3 “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? 4 How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? 5 You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye. 6 “Do not give dogs what is sacred; do not throw your pearls to pigs. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces…. 13 “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. 14 But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it. 15 “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. 16 By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 17 Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. 18 A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. 19 Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 20 Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them. 21 “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out demons and in your name perform many miracles?’ 23 Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you. Away from me, you evildoers!’ Don’t Judge: 3. The kind of judgment that Jesus forbids here is when we condemn someone and hold them to a standard that we ourselves are not meeting – which is hypocrisy. What are some of the negative results when religious people do that kind of hypocritical judging? 4. Dallas Willard said, “How many people are radically and permanently repelled from The Way by Christians who are unfeeling, stiff, unapproachable, boringly lifeless, obsessive, dissatisfied and judgmental. Yet such Christians are everywhere, and what they are missing is the wholesome liveliness springing from a balanced vitality with the freedom of God’s loving rule…. Spirituality wrongly understood or pursued is a major source of human misery and rebellion against God.” What is he getting at? 5. If you’ve ever felt judged in the way that Jesus warned against, share about that with your group. 6. Christians are often known for judging people outside the church, but notice what the Apostle Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 5:12a - What business is it of mine to judge those outside the church? This may be surprising to you. Why shouldn’t Christians judge unbelievers? What should we do when we see ungodly behavior in an unbeliever? 7. Brennan Manning wrote in his book The Ragamuffin Gospel, “My life is a witness to the vulgar grace of Jesus. A grace that amazes as it offends. A grace that pays the eager beaver who works all day long the same wages as the grinning drunk who shows up at ten till five A grace that hikes up the robe and runs breakneck toward the prodigal reeking of sin and wraps him up and decides to throw a party – no ifs, ands, or buts. A grace that raises bloodshot eyes to a dying thief’s request – ‘Please remember me,’ and assures him, ‘You bet!’ A grace that is the pleasure of the Father, fleshed out in the Messiah Jesus the Christ, who left His Father’s side not for heaven’s sake but for our sakes – yours and mine. This grace is indiscriminate compassion. It works without asking anything of us. It’s not cheap, but it’s free. And as such, will always be a banana peel for the orthodox foot and a fairy tale for the grown-up sensibility. Grace is sufficient even though we huff and puff with all our might to try to find something or someone it cannot cover.” What do you think about what Manning writes here? Do Judge 8. In this same passage, Jesus actually says “Do judge!” And he says we should start by judging ourselves. The Apostle Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 13:5 – Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test? How do we do what Paul is asking here? What is the danger if we don’t do this? 9. The New Testament also clearly teaches that we are to appropriately judge people within the Body of Christ. Read Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 5:12 - What business is it of mine to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside? Why is it important that we judge people within the church? 10. What is the appropriate way to judge people within the Body of Christ? 11. Share about a time when someone offered constructive, discerning feedback that helped you grow to be a better person. 12. In church, we each wrote on a 3x5 card one thing that tends to get in our way as we seek to subordinate everything under the lordship of Jesus Christ. If there’s anything – outside of your identity as a Christ-follower – that you have at times let define you, share about that with your group. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Ash Wednesday At-Home Experience: Lent begins March 2nd, and this year COH has prepared a way for you to observe Ash Wednesday in your own home with your family or small group. Go to http://www.communityofhope.church/lent to see a brief video of Pastor Dale explaining what Ash Wednesday and Lent are about; and you’ll also find instructions on how to observe Ash Wednesday at home. Prayer Walk: Throughout Lent, we invite you to make use of our beautiful Prayer Walk on our Loxahatchee Campus. You can use it alone, with your family, or with your small group. Find the entrance at the edge of the woods on the west side of our parking lot, then follow the 14 crosses along the pathway through the woods. Each cross has a Scripture reminding you of Jesus’s sacrifice on your behalf. At the end of the pathway, there’s a pavilion with picnic tables where you can meditate and pray alone, or enjoy a picnic with your family or small group as you discuss what you experienced. This is a wonderful activity for small groups and families to do together during Lent. Financial Peace University – Thursdays, 7-8:30pm Loxahatchee Campus starts March 3 - Dave Ramsey's 9-week class designed to help you get free from debt, save, and invest for your future. Led by John Donegan. Course fee and materials $59.99/family paid directly to Ramsey+ at the following link: fpu.com/1148071. You may attend the first session at no cost to “try before you buy.” Childcare available. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Outdoor Worship Service next Sunday, March 6, 5pm – We’re offering a monthly outdoor service at 5pm Sunday evening on the first Sunday of each month to those who still need to be cautious about being in a room with others. We want you to have an opportunity to experience in-person worship as well as Holy Communion. This is a family service, and there will be a special moment for the kids. Also, remember this monthly service is weather permitting and bring your own chair or blanket. Connections - Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. After the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Two options for taking Connections are coming soon: (1) Our WPB Campus will have a class on Zoom only Mondays, 7-8:15pm starting March 7th. (2) Our Loxahatchee Campus will have a class that will be both in-person and over Zoom on Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm starting March 23rd. Register for either class at https://communityofhope.church/connections Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-20-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-02-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-20-2022 - Make it stand out 02-20-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: How Life Works Week 7: Can you? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our theme verse from this series, Matthew 7:24 - Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. Read Matthew 6:19-34 - “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. 21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 22 “The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light. 23 But if your eyes are unhealthy, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness! 24 “No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money. 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life? 28 “And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. 29 Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. 30 If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith? 31 So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. 33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. 2. Notice that Jesus contrasts three sets of two things: two treasures, two eyes, and two masters. With regard to the two types of treasure Jesus mentions in Matthew 6:19-21, what’s a modern version of Jesus’s warning that earthly treasures can be destroyed by moths, vermin, and thieves? 3. Is it wrong to save up extra money for the future? If not, what’s the issue Jesus is addressing? 4. What did Jesus mean when he said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart is also”? 5. In first century Jewish culture, a healthy eye was an idiom for being generous, and an unhealthy eye was an idiom for being stingy. If you’ve observed that generosity fills a person’s whole life with light, and stinginess fills a person’s life with darkness, share about that. 6. Jesus’s words about two masters is ultimately about relationship. You can’t really be in love with two people at once. Our human heart was designed for singularity of devotion. Read 1 Timothy 6:10 – For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs. What does this passage add to your understanding of Jesus’s warnings in his Sermon on the Mount? 7. John Wesley noticed that as Christians got ahead in life and began to acquire wealth, their spiritual growth often diminished. His solution to this problem was to urge Christians to “earn all you can, save all you can, and give all you can.” How could this advice work against this tendency? 8. Pastor Dale speaks of five levels of giving that gradually loosen the grip that money might on our hearts. Talk about each level listed below, and share how you’ve seen or experienced it. Self-Interest – This is the normal starting point for giving. You give because the ministry or charity meets a need for you or your family. Gratitude – This is when you begin to give out of gratitude for what God has done for you. Obedience – This is when you no longer need an emotional appeal to give. You simply make a plan to give an ongoing specific percentage on a regular basis out of obedience to God. Spiritual vision – This is where you stop seeing dollar signs and start seeing souls instead. What did Pastor Trevor mean by that? Love – The ultimate level of Christian giving is when you give lavishly out of your deep love for Jesus. He has absolute first place in your life, and you want to give all you have to his purposes. 9. As you consider these levels of giving, is there a next step you sense God leading you to take? 10. Pastor Trevor said, “God doesn’t need your money, but he wants your heart.” If God doesn’t need our money, why does he ask us to give? 11. “Money makes a wonderful tool but a terrible master.” Whether a person is rich or financially struggling, what helps them keep money from becoming their master? You may want to be more generous, but you can’t because of debt that has crept into your life. If that’s your situation, we encourage you to attend our upcoming Financial Peace University group. For more information, see the announcements below. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Financial Peace University – Thursdays, 7-8:30pm Loxahatchee Campus starts March 3 - Dave Ramsey's 9-week class designed to help you get free from debt, save, and invest for your future. Led by John Donegan. Course fee and materials $59.99/family paid directly to Ramsey+ at the following link: fpu.com/1148071. You may attend the first session at no cost to “try before you buy.” Childcare available. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ Women’s Spring Tea - Saturday, March 5, 11am - 1:30pm - All women 16 and older are invited to enjoy brunch, laughter, and fun at our Women’s Spring Tea! Invite your friends, mom, sister, or neighbor to this encouraging and faith-filled event! If you’d like to take part in our DIY Tea Party Hat Competition, wow us and wear your creation to the Tea! Prizes will be awarded for most beautiful, most creative, funniest, most glamorous, and best themed. Leah Johnston is speaking at our Loxahatchee Campus and Haley Weaver at our WPB Campus. Register at https://communityofhope.church/events/springtea by March 2. Childcare available on a very limited basis. Cost is $12 and includes a delicious brunch. Student Life Camp, July 23-28 - If you have a student who is currently enrolled in 6th - 12th grade, we would love for them to join us for Student Life Camp in North Carolina! Student and adult leader registration is now open at: https://communityofhope.church/studentcamp Connections - Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. After the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Two options for taking Connections are coming soon: (1) Jose Marrero, our WPB Campus Pastor, is leading a class on Zoom only Mondays, 7-8:15pm starting March 7th. (2) Kathy Copan, our Executive Discipleship Director, is leading a class at our Loxahatchee Campus and simultaneously over Zoom on Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm starting March 23rd. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-13-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-02-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-13-2022 - Make it stand out 02-13-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke (LOX & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: How Life Works Week 6: Let Us Pray English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read our theme verse from this series, Matthew 7:24 - Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. Read the following passages from Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount: Matthew 6:5-15 - “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. 9 “This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10 your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us today our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. 13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’ 14 For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. 15 But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins…. Matthew 7:7-12 - “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. 9 “Which of you, if your son asks for bread, will give him a stone? 10 Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? 11 If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him! 12 So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets. 1. What questions or comments come to your mind as you read Jesus’s teaching on prayer? 2. If you’ve ever struggled with prayer or been confused by it in any way, you’re not alone! Share with your group about what your experience with prayer has been. Jesus gave us this prayer not so much to memorize and repeat, but as a model to teach us how to pray. Here are four ideas about prayer that Jesus seems to want us to notice: Intimacy and Reverence: 3. Note in Matthew 6:9 that Jesus encourages us to call God our dad. What is he intending to communicate with that? 4. Even though we’re invited to have an intimate, close relationship with God as our Father, it’s also important to approach him with reverence, remembering that he’s “in heaven” and his name is to be “hallowed.” We don’t have much reverence for anything anymore in our culture. What helps you keep that balance of intimacy and reverence for God? Request and Surrender: 5. Jesus makes clear in Matthew 6:10-11 that what’s going to happen in our world is not all predetermined. God has chosen, in his sovereignty, to limit some of what he does on this earth to our prayers. He designed things to be a partnership with us, so our prayers actually make a difference regarding whether or not his will is done. What is your reaction to that idea? 6. We’re invited in verse 11 to ask for what we need, yet verse 10 reminds us to surrender the outcome of our requests to the will of our infinite and powerful God. How does it feel to yield and be willing to accept whatever God’s will is, when there’s something you really want? Giving and Receiving: 7. In Matthew 6:12-15, Jesus reminds us that each of us needs to receive God’s forgiveness on an ongoing basis, and we also need to offer forgiveness to others who hurt us. Which is more challenging for you, remembering to ask God for forgiveness, or being ready to give forgiveness to others? Explain your answer. Effort and Grace: 8. In Matthew 7:7–8, Jesus tells us to keep asking, seeking and knocking. Prayer requires effort! And Jesus urges us never to give up, even if we don’t see evidence that our prayers are working. What helps you to keep praying and believing that prayer makes a difference? 9. In Matthew 7:9-11, Jesus reminds us that our gracious God is full of goodness like a loving dad who’s eager to give good gifts to his children. How does knowing this impact your prayer life? 10. What might help you be more confident and consistent in prayer? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, is coming to the Community of Hope West Palm Beach Campus (2341 S Military Trail) on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 from 7-9pm! Space is limited! Purchase tickets online at https://moody.regfox.com/date-night-west-palm Human Trafficking Conference - February 17, 6pm - View Place of Hope's film, "Invisible" and learn how to be part of the fight against this very real issue of human trafficking in our area. Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/cht Women’s Spring Tea - Saturday, March 5, 11:30am - 2:30pm - All women 18 and older are invited to enjoy brunch, laughter, and fun at our Women’s Spring Tea! Invite your friends, mom, sister, or neighbor to this encouraging and faith-filled event! If you’d like to take part in our DIY Tea Party Hat Competition, wow us and wear your creation to the Tea! Prizes will be awarded for most beautiful, most creative, funniest, most glamorous, and best themed. Leah Johnston will be speaking at our Loxahatchee Campus and Haley Weaver at our WPB Campus. Register at https://communityofhope.church/events/springtea by the March 2 deadline. Cost is $12 and includes a delicious brunch. Please provide a name for each attendee during registration. Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-06-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-02-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-06-2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-30-2020 monthly 0.5 2022-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-30-2020 - Make it stand out 01-30-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: How Life Works Week 4: Beautiful Resistance English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our theme verse from this series, Matthew 7:24 - Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. As we go through Jesus’s very challenging words in this sermon, you might think it would be impossible to actually live this way. What is Jesus communicating in this verse? 2. Read Matthew 5:38-48: “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’ 39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. 40 And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. 41 If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles. 42 Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you. 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. 46 If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? 47 And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? 48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” Pastor Dale said that this weekend’s message may be the most challenging one of all. Why did he say that? 3. The gravestone of John Wesley Hughes, the founder of Asbury College has the statement on it: “Tell Asbury preachers to preach the whole truth and be true to the Bible.” Why might it be tempting for a preacher not to preach the whole truth, especially in light of today’s passage? 4. Karl Barth, a Swiss theologian wrote, “The church exists to set up in the world a new sign which is radically dissimilar to the world’s own manner, and which contradicts it in a way which is full of promise.” What did he mean by that? 5. Getting even with our enemies almost feels like a “right” we don’t want to give up, and we may feel as though we’re justified if we fight the way the world fights. But Pastor Dale said Jesus’ isn’t so much asking us not to fight - he’s asking us to fight his way. What did he mean by that? What is Jesus’s way to fight? Unlimited Revenge: 6. The ancient world lived by the code “survival of the fittest” and “unlimited revenge.” If someone wronged you, it was your right – in some cultures, it was even your duty – to destroy that other person by doing something worse to them than they did to you. When you observe human history, how has that type of back-and-forth revenge worked out? Limited Revenge: 7. In the Old Testament, God limited his people’s revenge when he gave what some call the “law of proportional response” – meaning you could not do more to someone than they did to you. For example, if someone took out your eye, you could only take out their eye; or if they knocked out your tooth, you could only knock out their tooth. This was a big improvement on what was going on in the culture of that day, so why did Jesus go a step further than this law? Unlimited Love: Jesus ended the cycle of retribution completely, asking his followers to be known for unlimited love. He described this in three areas: The Cheek – an assault on your personal dignity. 8. How does Jesus’s teaching of offering the other cheek communicate to the other person, “You cannot take my dignity”? The Coat – an assault on your personal property. 9. Pastor Dale said when you give the thief even more than they try to take from you, you take control of the situation, saying, if you need my help, you can ask me. Do you agree? Why or why not? The Second Mile – an assault on our personal liberty. 10. How far would you be willing to be inconvenienced and lose your personal freedom to be an effective witness for Jesus? 11. In Matthew 5:48, Jesus continues by saying: “Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” He is referring to the importance of our sanctification, that we should become more and more like God. How does Jesus teaching on how to treat our enemies reflect God’s character? 12. Pastor Dale said that spiritual perfection is possible. How is it possible? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Prayer Night: Thursday, February 3 at 7pm. In English at our Loxahatchee Campus. In Spanish at our WPB Campus. This will be an evening of prayer, pursuing more of God together and asking God to move in big ways in our church and community. It’s going to be powerful! New Monthly Sunday Evening Service: Starting February 6, on the first Sunday of the month at 5pm, we’ll offer an outdoor service, weather permitting. Bring your own chair or blanket. Communion will be served. Kids are welcome, and there will be a special children’s moment in each service. Night to Shine: Friday, February 11. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs, ages 14 and older to show them God’s love. This year, due to the pandemic, we will bring this experience to our guests’ homes. If you want to volunteer to put together goodie bags or delivering them to our special friends. Register to participate as a guest or a volunteer at https://communityofhope.church/nighttoshine Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, is coming to the Community of Hope West Palm Beach Campus (2341 S Military Trail) on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 from 7-9pm! Space is limited! Purchase tickets online at https://moody.regfox.com/date-night-west-palm Human Trafficking Conference: February 17, 6pm. View Place of Hope's film, "Invisible" and learn how to be part of the fight against this very real issue of human trafficking in our area. Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/cht Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-23-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-23-2022 - Make it stand out 01-23-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (WPB) Sermon Series: How Life Works Week 3: What’s Love Got To Do With It? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our theme verse from this series, Matthew 7:24 - Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 2. Why is it important to have truth (not watering down God’s moral standards) but also grace, when it comes to this area of our sexuality? 3. Many people’s first experience of sex came in a way that was unhealthy or wrong, and so sex became associated with shame. How might that tend to impact a person in the future? 4. Read Matthew 5:27-37: “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ 28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30 And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell. 31 “It has been said, ‘Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’ 32 But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, makes her the victim of adultery, and anyone who marries a divorced woman commits adultery. 33 “Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.’ 34 But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God’s throne; 35 or by the earth, for it is his footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the Great King. 36 And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make even one hair white or black. 37 All you need to say is simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one. 5. What is surprising about Jesus’s definition of adultery? Why do you think he defines it this way? 6. Lust isn’t just looking at someone and noticing their beauty. Lust is taking a long second look for your own sensual pleasure. Why is this an important distinction? What’s wrong with lust? 7. Obviously, Jesus doesn’t really want us gouge out our eyes and cut off our hands. What is he trying to communicate when he says that? 8. Why do you think divorce was a big deal to Jesus? 9. Jesus says that when you make a promise, you should keep it. What does this have to do with our sexuality? 10. Talk about the five huge shifts that have taken place in our culture’s view of sexuality in the past 60 years and the dangers or potential for harm that each one has created. (1) Sex has been disconnected from childbearing and family. (Birth control was approved by the FDA in 1960 and legalized for single people in 1972, which changed the primary purpose of sexuality from procreation to pleasure.) (2) Sex has been disconnected from marriage. (3) Sex has been disconnected from male-female relationships. (4) Sex has been disconnected from love, emotion and relational commitment of any kind. (5) Sex has been disconnected from people. 11. Read Matthew 19:3–6 - Some Pharisees came to him to test [Jesus]. They asked, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any and every reason?” 4 “Haven’t you read,” he replied, “that at the beginning the Creator ‘made them male and female, ’5and said, ‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh’? 6 So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” What do you notice in this passage about the basis for Jesus’s teaching on sexuality? 12. Sex is good, but sex is also powerful, and sexual sin is different. Read what the Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 - Flee from sexual immorality. All other sins a person commits are outside the body, but whoever sins sexually, sins against their own body. Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. What do you learn in this passage about what makes sexual sin different from other types of sin? 13. Whether a Christ-follower is married, single, gay, straight, or gender-confused – all of us are called to honor God with our bodies. How do we do that? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Prayer Night: Thursday, February 3 at 7pm. In English at our Loxahatchee Campus. In Spanish at our WPB Campus. This will be an evening of prayer, pursuing more of God together and asking God to move in big ways in our church and community. It’s going to be powerful! New Monthly Sunday Evening Service: Starting February 6, on the first Sunday of the month at 5pm, we’ll offer an outdoor service, weather permitting. Bring your own chair or blanket. Communion will be served. Kids are welcome, and there will be a special children’s moment in each service. Night to Shine: Friday, February 11. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience for people with special needs, ages 14 and older to show them God’s love. This year, due to the pandemic, we will bring this experience to our guests’ homes. If you want to volunteer to put together goodie bags or delivering them to our special friends. Register to participate as a guest or a volunteer at https://communityofhope.church/nighttoshine Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, is coming to the Community of Hope West Palm Beach Campus (2341 S Military Trail) on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 from 7-9pm! Space is limited! Purchase tickets online at https://moody.regfox.com/date-night-west-palm Human Trafficking Conference: February 17, 6pm. View Place of Hope's film, "Invisible" and learn how to be part of the fight against this very real issue of human trafficking in our area. Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/cht Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-16-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-16-2022 - Make it stand out 01-16-2022 Rev. Trevor Johnston (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. José Marerro (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: How Life Works Week 2: Identity Theft English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Jesus often said things that challenge us. For you personally, what’s one of the most challenging things you’ve read in Jesus’s teachings – something that (if you’re honest) you might sort-of wish you could cut out of the Bible, like Thomas Jefferson did, because it’s so challenging? 2. Read our theme verse from this series, Matthew 7:24 - Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 3. Read Matthew 5:17-26: “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. 19 Therefore anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven. 21 “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ 22 But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’ is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell. 23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, 24 leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift. 25 “Settle matters quickly with your adversary who is taking you to court. Do it while you are still together on the way, or your adversary may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison. 26 Truly I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny. 4. What are some of the ways that Jesus was misunderstood by people of his day? 5. What are some ways Jesus is misunderstood today? 6. Jesus redefines the commandment against murder to include anger and name calling, like when we call someone an “idiot.” What do you think of this teaching? Why does this matter so much? 7. Read verses 23-24 above and then read 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 – All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. Why does Jesus place such a high value on being reconciled with other people? Why does that matter so much? 8. Pastor and author, Tim Keller, points out that the early Church took the Sermon the Mount very seriously, and as a result had the following values: Startlingly multi-racial – They viewed all humans as equal regardless of race or social status. Radically pro-life – They defended all human life from the womb to the tomb. Devotedly Caring for the poor – Christians started the idea of hospitals and charities. Sexually counter-cultural – Come back next week to hear Pastor Dale teach on this! Keller notes that two of these values are considered politically “progressive” or “left” in our country today, and two are considered “conservative” or “right” leaning today. Very few churches will talk about all four of these, but we want to be a church that talks about all of them, because Jesus did. John Mark Comer, in his book, Live No Lies, wrote: “As a pastor, I get to sit with a fascinating array of people from across the sociopolitical spectrum. Over the last few years, I’ve watched so many people, both on the Left and the Right, be taken captive by ideology. It’s grieved my heart. Ideology is a form of idolatry. It’s a secular attempt to find a metaphysical meaning to life, a way to usher in utopia without God. The best definition I know of ideology is when you take a part of the truth and make it the whole. In doing so, you imprison your own mind and heart in lies that drive you to anger and anxiety. It promises freedom but produces the opposite. It does not expand and liberate the soul but shrinks and enslaves it.” Share what you think about Keller’s and Comer’s statements. 9. This weekend our nation honors two important things: 1) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and his fight for racial equality, 2) Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, where we remember that all human life is valuable to God, including that of the unborn. These two things are only in competition, if people put their political identity above their identity as a Jesus-follower. If you’ve ever allowed your political identity to come before the values Jesus teaches in his Sermon on the Mount, and now recognize that, share that with your group. 10. Jesus said that all human life is valuable, so we as his followers must rid ourselves of any ideas that devalue other people. How could you be salt and light in our world with regard to both racial reconciliation and protecting the lives of the unborn? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. New Monthly Sunday Evening Service: Starting February 6, on the first Sunday of the month at 5pm, we’ll offer an outdoor service, weather permitting. Bring your own chair or blanket. Communion will be served. Kids are welcome, and there will be a special children’s moment in each service. 21 Days of Prayer: Join us in committing to 21 days of intentional prayer and developing a deeper relationship with God. Sign up at: communityofhope.church/21daysofprayer Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, is coming to the Community of Hope West Palm Beach Campus (2341 S Military Trail) on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 from 7-9pm! Space is limited! Purchase tickets online at https://moody.regfox.com/date-night-west-palm Partnership Gathering, Tuesday, January 18 at 7pm, Loxahatchee Campus: Our quarterly Partnership Gatherings provide an opportunity for Community of Hope partners and attenders to hear what’s going on behind the scenes and ask questions of our church leadership. All COH partners and attenders are welcome. Dads Group: Sundays 4:30-6:00pm | Loxahatchee Campus: A weekly group for dads, step-dads, foster dads & granddads to grow in faith and as dads. Once a month we’ll do a fun activity with kids instead of our regular meeting. Register at communityofhope.church/groups Groups Launch Season: We have lots of small group available to join. Groups are a big part of what we offer at COH, and if you’re not yet in a group, this is a great time to find one. Community Groups are a place to build friendships and grow spiritually. Find a full list at communityofhope.church/groups. There you can see videos of each leader telling what their group is about, so you can choose the best fit for you. Support Groups: We also offer Support Groups for those going through a tough season, like grief, divorce or mental illness. These are open to anyone whether they attend our church or not, so we encourage you to invite someone you know who doesn’t have a church home. Sign up at communityofhope.church/care Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-09-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/c53bcc10-c731-4589-b69f-78b9b39b0554/How-Life-Works-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-09-2022 - Make it stand out 01-09-2022 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. José Marerro (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: How Life Works Week 1: Wrong English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Share a story of when you got something just “sorta” right or something “sorta” worked, but not completely. 2. Read our theme verse from this series, Matthew 7:24 - Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. What do you notice in this verse? 3. Read Matthew 5:1-16 – Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them. He said: 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. 13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. 14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. What do you notice in this passage? 4. Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount has some very surprising values. In fact, many Christians today don’t think it’s even possible or practical to live these out! But notice how Jesus ends this sermon in Matthew 7:24! Jesus’s teaching isn’t just an ideal to think about. Jesus actually expects his followers to live this way! What do you think about that? 5. “Blessed” means “fortunate” or “happy.” If you search for #Blessed on social media, people mention things like new cars, houses, jobs, promotions, raises. The common denominator is that everything is moving up and to the right. Blessed in our world is synonymous with winning, acquisition, prosperity, power, prestige, perfection and beauty. Share how you’ve observed this understanding of what it means to be “blessed” in our current culture. 6. Read James 1:17 - Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James’s words indicate that it’s a good thing to acknowledge God as the giver or all good gifts and to express our gratitude to him. So what’s the problem with the world’s understanding of what it means to be blessed? How does the social media concept of #blessed compare with what Jesus calls blessed? 7. What does Jesus mean by “poor in spirit”? 8. Go through each of the beatitudes in Jesus’s sermon listed above, and talk about what you think each one means and how each one can actually be a blessing for Christ-followers. 9. Later, throughout the sermon, Jesus often uses the phrase: “You’ve heard it said… but I say to you….” What do you think Jesus is getting at? 10. Our habits control most of our behavior. Whenever we’re wronged by someone or have a scary situation, we tend to respond out of habit. Habits are hard to change, but it’s important that we do change them if they’re out of sync with Jesus’s teaching. How do we form new habits? 11. If we live out Jesus’s values, he says we will be salt and light in the world, because we will look so different that it will make people curious about what’s behind our behavior. Share an experience where you saw that happen. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Dads Group: Sundays 4:30-6:00pm | Loxahatchee Campus Come join our new weekly group for dads, step-dads, foster dads & granddads to grow in our faith and as dads. Childcare can be provided for our regular meetings, and once a month we’ll do a fun activity with kids instead of the regular meeting. This group will be led by Omar Vega. Dads Group starts January 16th. Register at communityofhope.church/groups Groups Launch Season: We have lots of other small group available for you to join. Groups are a big part of what we offer here at Community of Hope, so if you’re not yet in a group, this is a great time to find one. Community Groups are a great place to build friendships and grow spiritually. Find a full list at communityofhope.church/groups. There you can see videos of each leader telling what their group is about, to give you a feel for each group, so you can choose the best fit for you. Support Groups: We also offer Support Groups for those going through a tough season, like grief, divorce or mental illness. These are open to anyone whether they attend our church or not, so we encourage you to invite someone you know who doesn’t have a church home. Sign up at communityofhope.church/care Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-02-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/98959de5-3f48-4e8f-87e4-0ca6e8d60e3d/Come-Home-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-02-2022 - Make it stand out 01-02-2022 - Online Service Speaker: Rev. Jose Marrero, Campus Pastor WPB Sermon: Showing Up English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Do you have some goals (in any area) that you hope to start working on as you begin this new year? If so, share about those. 2. Are there any ways that you’ve been “getting comfy” with your faith? If so, share what you sense God is telling you about that and how you could get back to a deeper and more committed faith. 3. Read Luke 2:22-40: When the time came for the purification rites required by the Law of Moses, Joseph and Mary took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23 (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “Every firstborn male is to be consecrated to the Lord”), 24 and to offer a sacrifice in keeping with what is said in the Law of the Lord: “a pair of doves or two young pigeons.” 25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. 26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. 27 Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required, 28 Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying: 29 “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. 30 For my eyes have seen your salvation, 31 which you have prepared in the sight of all nations: 32 a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.” 33 The child’s father and mother marveled at what was said about him. 34 Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, 35 so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.” 36 There was also a prophet, Anna, the daughter of Penuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, 37 and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. 38 Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem. 39 When Joseph and Mary had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth. 40 And the child grew and became strong; he was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was on him. What do you notice in this passage, and what questions do you have? What does it mean to be part of a church home? We get to participate in God's Mission (Luke 2:25-26) 4. Note that Mary and Joseph were simply following the regular practices of their faith, and in the midst of that ordinary obedience they had this amazing experience. Share about a time when you were simply being faithful in your regular faith practices, and you ended up experiencing something powerful. 5. Based on this passage, what do you think Simeon’s regular faith life was like prior to this experience? 6. How are you currently participating in God’s mission for the world? Are there some new ways you would like to start participating in His purposes in this new year? We get to Connect with God's Family (Luke 2:36-38) 7. Anna, an elderly widow, apparently lived at the temple and was cared for by the people there. What are some ways you have seen our church or other churches care for each other well? 8. What do you enjoy about being part of a church family? How have you personally benefitted from it? We get to be Shaped by God's People (Luke 2:39-40 and 42) 9. Joseph and Mary’s faithful ongoing practice of their faith (like taking their family to temple) were part of what helped Jesus grow and mature in his faith and develop spiritual wisdom. If you’re a parent or a grandparent, how are your faith practices impacting your kids and grandkids? 10. What habits could you start practicing in this coming year that would help grow your faith? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Dads Group: Sundays 4:30-6:00pm | Loxahatchee Campus - Come join our new weekly group for dads, step-dads, foster dads & granddads to grow in our faith and as dads. Childcare can be provided for our regular meetings, and once a month we’ll do a fun activity with kids instead of the regular meeting. This group will be led by Omar Vega. To learn more, attend our Dads Group Kick-off BBQ Event on January 9th at 4:30. This event will include activities like axe throwing and corn hole, as well as a delicious BBQ dinner at no cost to you! Be sure to register for the Kick-off BBQ Event so we know how many to expect. Regular Dads Group meetings will start January 16th. Register at communityofhope.church/groups Groups Launch Season: We have lots of other small group available for you to join. Groups are a big part of what we offer here at Community of Hope, so if you’re not yet in a group, this is a great time to find one. Community Groups are a great place to build friendships and grow spiritually. Find a full list at communityofhope.church/groups. There you can see videos of each leader telling what their group is about, to give you a feel for each group, so you can choose the best fit for you. Support Groups: We also offer Support Groups for those going through a tough season, like grief, divorce or mental illness. These are open to anyone whether they attend our church or not, so we encourage you to invite someone you know who doesn’t have a church home. Sign up at communityofhope.church/care Connections Class - Sundays from 10:15 - 11:30 a.m. on January 9, 16, 23 & 30: Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. At the end of the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The class will be offered in-person and also over Zoom, for those who can’t attend in-person. Register at communityofhope.church/connections How Life Works – Join us next week as we start our new sermon series on Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount. Ever since Jesus first gave this counter-intuitive teaching on how life works best, it has impressed and impacted people all over the world, and it’s what made the church attractive to outsiders. Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-26-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-12-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/98959de5-3f48-4e8f-87e4-0ca6e8d60e3d/Come-Home-web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-26-2021 - Make it stand out 12-26-2021 - Online Service Speaker: Rev. Trevor Johnston Sermon: Prayer English PDF file for printing. 1. Is there a person who inspires you? Share about why you find that person inspiring. 2. Teachers have had a rough year, and we are especially grateful for their faithfulness in their important role of teaching and training the next generation. Share about a teacher who made a difference in your own life or in the life of one of your kids. 3. Trevor was inspired by the prayer that Jesus’s mother, Mary, prayed when she found out that she was pregnant from the Holy Spirit with God’s Son, the long-awaited Messiah. Read that prayer in Luke 1:46-56: And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord, 47and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, 48 for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, 49 for the Mighty One has done great things for me – holy is his name. 50 His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. 51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. 52 He has brought down rulers from their thrones but has lifted up the humble. 53 He has filled the hungry with good things but has sent the rich away empty. 54 He has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful 55 to Abraham and his descendants forever, just as he promised our ancestors.” 56 Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then returned home. Mary was probably only about 14 years old when she prayed this. What stands out to you about her prayer? 4. It’s very likely that part of what helped Jesus learn to pray was watching his mom and dad pray. If you have an older relative who was a faithful person of prayer, share about that person and what you’ve observed about their prayer life. Pastor Trevor observed the following three things about prayer: · Prayer is the Best Way to Bless People Around Me 5. Often we think of prayer as something we do when we can’t think of anything else to do for someone. It’s true that the Bible teaches that it’s important to find practical and tangible ways to help people. But Scripture also teaches that prayer is actually the best thing we can do for others. Why is that? 6. If you’ve ever had people pray for you, how has that impacted your life? · Prayer Dramatically Changes Circumstances 7. Look again at Luke 1:52-53. What did Pastor Trevor mean by what he called “the grand reversal” here? 8. Some people think that prayer is simply meant to be therapeutic for us, but doesn’t really change the circumstances. What causes people to think that? What’s wrong with that way of thinking about prayer? 9. Have you ever experienced a situation where you believe that prayer dramatically changed the circumstances? If so, share about that. 10. If prayer really does change things (and we believe it does!), how might our community and our world be changed if you – and if we as a church – begin to pray more faithfully and more specifically in 2022? Prayer Makes Me More Like Jesus 11. Look again at Luke 1:46-47. To “glorify” God is to make a big deal about God, telling Him and others how awesome He is. What happens to a person’s soul, when you glorify God? 12. Read what the Apostle Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 3:18 - And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. What is Paul getting at in this verse? 13. Prayer helps you become more like Jesus. Given that fact, what concrete steps could you take to get better at prayer and do it more regularly? In mid-January, we are excited to experience 21 Days of Prayer together as a church. Watch for more information about that to come soon! Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Christmas Service Times: Go to communityofhope.church/christmas to get all the details. Christmas Missions Offering: We invite everyone to give an extra amount again this Christmas to support our missions and outreach over the coming year. This year’s goal is $150,000 to expand our ministry to the poor in our community by purchasing a box truck with a lift and a pick-up truck. We’ll use any additional funds as seed money to build a facility on our Loxahatchee Campus to enable us to have cold food storage and additional space for our “Love the 561” ministries and for other needs we have as our church grows. You can give all throughout Advent and at our Christmas Eve services at communityofhope.church/give. Daniel Fast Group: Sundays | 8:45AM -10AM | LOX Campus | January 2 - 30 A 5-week group led by Fatma Collins to support each other in doing a 21-day partial fast to help you draw near to God and give your body a fresh start as you start the new year. Register at communityofhope.church/groups Dads Group: Sundays 4:30-6:00pm | Loxahatchee Campus Come join our new weekly group for dads, step-dads, foster dads & granddads to grow in our faith and as dads. Childcare will be provided for our regular meetings, and once a month we’ll do a fun activity with kids instead of the regular meeting. This group will be led by Omar Vega. To learn more, attend our Dads Group Kick-off BBQ Event on January 9th at 4:30. This event will include activities like axe throwing and corn hole, as well as a delicious BBQ dinner at no cost to you! Be sure to register for the Kick-off BBQ Event so we know how many to expect. Regular Dads Group meetings will start January 16th. Register at communityofhope.church/groups Connections Class - Sundays from 10:15 - 11:30 a.m. on January 9, 16, 23 & 30 Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. At the end of the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The class will be offered in-person and also over Zoom, for those who can’t attend in-person. Register at communityofhope.church/connections · Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/christmas-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-12-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/efddbcb5-11d9-4b0e-98de-d5e4cbedec0c/Come-Home-web.jpg Sermon Series - Christmas 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-19-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-12-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/98959de5-3f48-4e8f-87e4-0ca6e8d60e3d/Come-Home-web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-19-2021 - Make it stand out 12-19-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (LOX & Online), Rev. José Marerro (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Come Home; Jesus left home so that you could come home Week 4: The Manger English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our theme verse from this series, John 1:14 - The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. 2. We lit the 4th advent candle representing joy. How can the coming of Jesus fill a person with joy even in challenging times like what we’re living through now? 3. Read Luke 2:1-20 - In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to their own town to register. 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them. 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” 15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.” 16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. 19 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. 20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told. We see here 3 ways that God works, even when life is hard and everything seems to be falling apart. (1) What is difficult for humanity is an opportunity for God to show off 4. Imagine how this situation would have felt for Mary and Joseph. Describe some of the reasons why these circumstances would have been hard for them and maybe even challenging for their faith. 5. When life is hard and everything is falling apart, many well-meaning Christians often say, “God is in control.” But the Bible doesn’t actually say that! If you do a search through Scriptures, you won’t find it saying God is in control. Instead, over 300 times Scripture says that God is sovereign – like a king is sovereign over his kingdom. What’s the difference between God being in control and God being sovereign? Why is this significant? 6. Read 1 John 5:19 - “We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one.” What are the implications of this Scripture? 7. Joseph and Mary were probably wondering what was going on and where God was. If you’ve ever been in a situation where you felt that way, or if you feel that way now, share about it with your group. 8. God used these circumstances to get Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, where Old Testament prophecies had said the Messiah would be born. And over the centuries, their struggle to find a room, their poverty, and Jesus’ birth in a stable has communicated to millions of poor and struggling people that Jesus came for them and can relate to what they’re going through. But often it’s only in retrospect that we can recognize that God was accomplishing a good purpose in our hard circumstances. In the midst of it, it’s hard to see it. Tell about how you’ve seen in retrospect that God was working to bring about good purposes through a difficult circumstance in your life. (2) What is belittled by humanity is God's first choice 9. Of all the people the angels could have appeared to, they chose shepherds, who were considered the lowest social outcasts in that culture. What does that communicate to you about God? 10. Read 1 Corinthians 1:27 - But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. What do you notice in this verse? (3) What is broken for humanity is an opportunity for God to redeem 11. Even when we make a mess of our lives, God can redeem it. Share how you’ve experienced God redeeming the broken places in your life. 12. The shepherds’ response to meeting Jesus was to spread the word about it to others. Look for opportunities this week to spread the word about what Jesus means to you and about our Christmas services, so that more people can get to know and experience him. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. Christmas Service Times: Go to communityofhope.church/christmas to get all the details. Christmas Missions Offering: We invite everyone to give an extra amount again this Christmas to support our missions and outreach over the coming year. This year’s goal is $150,000 to expand our ministry to the poor in our community by purchasing a box truck with a lift and a pick-up truck. We’ll use any additional funds as seed money to build a facility on our Loxahatchee Campus to enable us to have cold food storage and additional space for our “Love the 561” ministries and for other needs we have as our church grows. You can give all throughout Advent and at our Christmas Eve services at communityofhope.church/give. Daniel Fast Group: Sundays | 8:45AM -10AM | LOX Campus | January 2 - 30 A 5-week group led by Fatma Collins to support each other in doing a 21-day partial fast to help you draw near to God and give your body a fresh start as you start the new year. Register at communityofhope.church/groups Dads Group: Sundays 4:30-6:00pm | Loxahatchee Campus Come join our new weekly group for dads, step-dads, foster dads & granddads to grow in our faith and as dads. Childcare will be provided for our regular meetings, and once a month we’ll do a fun activity with kids instead of the regular meeting. This group will be led by Omar Vega. To learn more, attend our Dads Group Kick-off BBQ Event on January 9th at 4:30. This event will include activities like axe throwing and corn hole, as well as a delicious BBQ dinner at no cost to you! Be sure to register for the Kick-off BBQ Event so we know how many to expect. Regular Dads Group meetings will start January 16th. Register at communityofhope.church/groups Connections Class - Sundays from 10:15 - 11:30 a.m. on January 9, 16, 23 & 30 Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. At the end of the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The class will be offered in-person and also over Zoom, for those who can’t attend in-person. Register at communityofhope.church/connections · Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-05-2021-2l4g5 monthly 0.5 2021-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/98959de5-3f48-4e8f-87e4-0ca6e8d60e3d/Come-Home-web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-12-2021 - Make it stand out 12-12-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Come Home; Jesus left home so that you could come home Week 3: It’s Personal English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Think back to when you first moved out of the home of your family of origin. What made you decide to leave home? Share with your group. 2. Read the theme verse for this series together: John 1:14 - The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. 3. Our third Advent candle that was lit this week represents forgiveness. Pastor Dale shared that forgiveness is never a one-time event, it’s more of a process. Do you agree or disagree? Why do you feel that way? 4. Last week we examined Mary’s story, and this week we will focus on Joseph’s story. Read Matthew 1:18-24: 18 This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. 19 Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly. 20 But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. 21 She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” 22 All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: 23 “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel (which means “God with us”). 24 When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. 25 But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus. 5. Talk about all that you can learn about Joseph from this passage of Scripture. What adjustments did he make in his life at this time that indicate his forgiving heart? 6. Review Matthew 1:21 - 21 She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” From this verse, what is the reason Jesus came to earth? For God, sin is personal! Sin is an illegal offense before a Holy God. 7. Usually people think about sin as simply a mistake, or infraction, or something that can be easily rectified by us through a simple payment or apology of some kind. Why is thinking about sin in this simplistic way offensive to God? 8. Read Colossians 2:13-14 - 13 When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins, 14 having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross. According to this verse, who alone has the authority to forgive and cancel our sin? Sin is a form of Bondage 9. Read John 8:34 - 34 Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. Read Romans 7:14-20 - 14 We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a slave to sin. 15 I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. 16 And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. 17 As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me. 18 For I know that good itself does not dwell in me, that is, in my sinful nature.[c] For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. 19 For I do not do the good I want to do, but the evil I do not want to do—this I keep on doing. 20 Now if I do what I do not want to do, it is no longer I who do it, but it is sin living in me that does it. Can you relate to Paul’s struggle with the bondage of sin? Talk about the ways you have experienced the bondage of a sin in your life. Sin is a disease that causes Death 10. Read James 1:13-15 - 13 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; 14 but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed. 15 Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. Talk about the path to “full-grown” sin according to this scripture, and the consequences. 11. Read Colossians 2:13 - 13 When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins... Now read Romans 5:8 - But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. From these verses and any others that you know about, discuss why sin is personal to God. 12. Read together Psalm 139: 23-24 - Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. 24 See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Share how asking God to reveal our sin will free us from the bondage and death of sin. Pray for one another regarding freedom and restoration from sin. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: New Here?  Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. 12 Days of Christmas Devotional – Family Ministries Team created a 12-days of Christmas Family Devotional to help you and your family see how the entire Bible leads up to and points to Jesus. You can pick one up this week at our Christmas movie night on December 3rd, or any time after that. There’s no cost, but you need to register at communityofhope.church/12days to reserve your devotional.   Connections – Sundays, January 9-30, 2022 at 10:15am. This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected here and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll also have the opportunity to discover your own spiritual gifts and consider how you might like to get involved in our church’s ministries. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith and what partnership involves. If you wish, at the end of the four weeks, you can become a Community of Hope partner, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections Christmas Missions Offering: As we do every year, we’re inviting everyone to give an extra amount this Christmas to support our missions and outreach over the coming year. This year’s goal is $150,000 to expand our ministry to the poor in our community by purchasing a box truck with a lift and a also pick-up truck. We will use any additional funds as seed money to build a facility on our Loxahatchee Campus that would enable us to have cold food storage and additional space for our “Love the 561” ministries and for other needs we have as our church grows. You can give all throughout Advent and at our Christmas Eve services. Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community!  If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-05-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-12-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/98959de5-3f48-4e8f-87e4-0ca6e8d60e3d/Come-Home-web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-05-2021 - Make it stand out 12-05-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. José Marerro (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: Come Home; Jesus left home so that you could come home Week 2: Say It Again? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our theme verse from this series, John 1:14 - The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. From last week’s sermon, what does it mean that Jesus is full of both grace and truth? Describe grace. Describe truth, as it relates to this passage and what Jesus came to offer us. 2. We lit the 2nd Advent candle representing hope. How would you define hope? Read Luke 1:26-38 – In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28 The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” 29 Mary was greatly troubled at his words and wondered what kind of greeting this might be. 30 But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. 31 You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. 32 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David, 33 and he will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; his kingdom will never end.” 34 “How will this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” 35 The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. 36 Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month. 37 For no word from God will ever fail.” (King James Version, “Nothing is impossible with God.”) 38 “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. 3. In the culture of that day, women survived by marrying and being cared for by a husband. So, imagine all that Mary was risking as she accepted this assignment from God. Discuss the challenges that she would have faced. 4. Note Mary’s question in verse 34: “How will this be?” If you’ve had a situation in your life where you wanted to ask God, “How will this be? How can this work?” – share about that with your group. This story reminds us of several things: · Genuine Belief is Seldom Easy 5. The virgin birth is one of the most challenging things that Christians believe. It reminds us that real faith sometimes takes some work. What are some aspects of the Christian faith that have been a struggle for you to believe over the years? 6. One day we will no longer need faith, because we’ll be able to see with our own eyes that everything the New Testament says about Jesus is true. What has helped to strengthen your faith regarding those things in Christianity that you’ve found difficult to believe? 7. Belief in the virgin birth paves the way for us to believe other seemingly impossible things about Jesus, especially that he rose from the dead. Theologian Sam Storms wrote: “The Virgin Birth alone insured both the full deity and full humanity of Jesus. If God had created Jesus a complete human being in heaven and sent Him to earth apart from any human parent, it is difficult to see how He could be truly a man. If God had sent His Son into the world through both a human father and mother, it is difficult to see how He could be truly God.” What do you think about this? 8. In his book Irresistible, pastor and author Andy Stanley tells of meeting woman in China who became a follower of Jesus, despite how dangerous that is in China. She told Andy she was puzzled about something. Given the freedom people have in America, why don’t all Americans go to church? If she had asked you that question, what would you have said to her? · God is always working 9. What are some situations in your life where you desperately want God to work, but you can’t see or feel that He is working? 10. What helps a person trust God in this kind of situation or in a time of deep heartbreak? · Yielding is the First Step of Hope 11. Note in verse 38 how Mary simply yielded to God, despite all the risks involved. Mary says, “I am the Lord’s servant. May your word to me be fulfilled.” Yielding to God is the first step toward hope. Why is that? 12. Take some time now to pray and yield over to God the situations you are struggling with. Trust Him that He is good and has good plans for you, even when He asks you to do something difficult. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. ● Looking for new small group leaders and host homes: We’re looking for people interested in leading a small group, so we can start some new groups in January. You don’t have to be a Bible expert. Group leaders don’t teach, and they don’t need to know all the answers. They just facilitate the discussion and encourage caring and friendship among their group members. We give training and support, and we find your curriculum for you. We’re also looking for people who would be willing to just open their home and host a group led by someone else. To sign up to lead or to host, go to: communityofhope.church/groups. · 12 Days of Christmas Devotional – Family Ministries Team created a 12-days of Christmas Family Devotional to help you and your family see how the entire Bible leads up to and points to Jesus. You can pick one up this week at our Christmas movie night on December 3rd, or any time after that. There’s no cost, but you need to register at communityofhope.church/12days to reserve your devotional. Blue Christmas, Sunday, December 12, 5pm – Advent is a wonderful time, but it can be a difficult season for people who’ve experienced loss. That’s why we’re offering Blue Christmas services at both our West Palm Beach Campus and our Loxahatchee Campus as a time of remembrance and hope for anyone grieving loss of any kind. This is a great event to invite someone you know who’s lost a loved one in recent years or recently been through a tough season in other ways. More information at communityofhope.church/bluechristmas Christmas Missions Offering: As we do every year, we’re inviting everyone to give an extra amount this Christmas to support our missions and outreach over the coming year. This year’s goal is $150,000 to expand our ministry to the poor in our community by purchasing a box truck with a lift and a also pick-up truck. We will use any additional funds as seed money to build a facility on our Loxahatchee Campus that would enable us to have cold food storage and additional space for our “Love the 561” ministries and for other needs we have as our church grows. You can give all throughout Advent and at our Christmas Eve services. · Thank you for your regular financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! If you haven’t already, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-28-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/98959de5-3f48-4e8f-87e4-0ca6e8d60e3d/Come-Home-web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-28-2021 - Make it stand out 11-28-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Pastor Brandon Weaver (WPB), Rev. José Marerro (COH Español) Sermon Series: Come Home Week 1: Hometown English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: What are some of your favorite things about your hometown? 2. Read John 1:1-18 - In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. 6 There was a man sent from God whose name was John. 7 He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all might believe. 8 He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light. 9 The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world. 10 He was in the world, and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him. 11 He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. 12 Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— 13 children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God. 14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. 15 (John testified concerning him. He cried out, saying, “This is the one I spoke about when I said, ‘He who comes after me has surpassed me because he was before me.’”) 16 Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given. 17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. 18 No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is himself God and is in closest relationship with the Father, has made him known. 3. Note that John used the metaphor of light to talk about Jesus. What are some qualities of light that point to what Jesus was like as he came to earth? 4. John didn’t begin with the birth of Jesus like Mark and Matthew did in their gospels. He went further back to Jesus’ life before the very beginning of creation and time. The words he chose to begin his gospel with is like a hyperlink connecting Jesus to Genesis 1:1-3 – “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. 3 And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.” What does the parallel between how John starts his gospel and how the first book of the Bible begins communicate about Jesus? John wants us to understand 3 things about Jesus: · John wants us to know about Jesus’ true home. 5. Describe what you think Jesus’ life in heaven was like as he lived together with his Father and the Holy Spirit before coming to earth. 6. John clearly wants us to recognize that Jesus wasn’t just a man. He is also God. What does this fact tell you about Jesus? · John wants us to know why Jesus left his home. 7. It takes a lot to get a person to leave home when their home has been a wonderful place. But Jesus was willing to make the sacrifice of leaving his beautiful home so that he could help us understand what God is really like. Read John 1:14, our theme verse for this series. What do you notice here regarding what Jesus wanted us to know about God? 8. How would you define “grace”? What does it mean that God is “full of grace”? 9. We all love grace, especially receiving grace for ourselves regarding our own sin and shortcomings. But Jesus also wants us to understand that God is “full of truth” meaning that God tells us the truth about ourselves that there are things in our lives that need to change. Give some examples from Scripture of how Jesus offered people grace, but also told them the truth about their sin. 10. What did Jesus mean when he said to “take the plank out of your own eye” before helping someone else become aware of their sin? 11. Scripture makes it clear that we’re never to judge those outside the church, only those inside it. Why do you think that Christians tend to want to judge people outside the church, even though Jesus made it clear we shouldn’t do that? 12. If we live into God’s truth about our own lives, our lives will make others curious about our faith. What are you doing in your life right now that it takes Jesus Christ to explain or that would attract others to Jesus? · You can always come back home. 13. Jesus left his heavenly home so you could find your way back home to him. What could you do during the month of December to “go home to Jesus” – things that would move you closer to him? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Angel Tree – Here are two great opportunities to bless people this Christmas: 1. Support 4Kids’ ministry to foster children in Palm Beach County by donating $25 Amazon, Target, or Walmart gift cards so that every foster child has a present to open on Christmas Day. 2. We’re also collecting $15 gift cards to fast food restaurants like Dunkin Donuts, McDonalds, and Taco Bell for our homeless neighbors. Bring your gift cards to the Welcome Desk (on Sundays) or to the Church Office (during the week) before December 5th. · Kids of Hope Christmas Movie Night – Friday, December 3 at LOX Campus. Kids can come dressed in their favorite Christmas pajamas to enjoy a kick-off to the Christmas season watching the movie The Star together. Popcorn and candy canes will be provided. Register and get more information at communityofhope.church/christmasmovienight · 12 Days of Christmas Devotional – Family Ministries Team created a 12-days of Christmas Family Devotional to help you and your family see how the entire Bible leads up to and points to Jesus. You can pick one up this week at our Christmas movie night on December 3rd, or any time after that. There’s no cost, but you need to register at communityofhope.church/12days to reserve your devotional. · COH has job openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-21-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1635625323149-J0AJ20NEFRIEIQ1GO0SG/Deep-Peace-web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-21-2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-14-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1635625323149-J0AJ20NEFRIEIQ1GO0SG/Deep-Peace-web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-14-2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-07-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1635625323149-J0AJ20NEFRIEIQ1GO0SG/Deep-Peace-web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-07-2021 - Make it stand out 11-07-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. José Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Deep Peace Week 2: How to Stop Worrying English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Tell about a time when you experienced God’s supernatural peace. 2. Read our memory verse - Isaiah 26:3 - “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” What are some things that have recently threatened to take away your peace? How do you stay connected to God’s perfect peace in the midst of those kinds of things? 3. Read Luke 12:22-34 - Then Jesus said to his disciples: “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear. 23 For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. 24 Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet God feeds them. And how much more valuable you are than birds! 25 Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? 26 Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest? 27 “Consider how the wild flowers grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. 28 If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today, and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, how much more will he clothe you—you of little faith! 29 And do not set your heart on what you will eat or drink; do not worry about it. 30 For the pagan world runs after all such things, and your Father knows that you need them. 31 But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well. 32 “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. 33 Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. 34 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 4. Jesus is teaching people a new way of living. In Luke 12:22 he says, “Do not worry.” Worry is fear about the future that dwells on worst-case scenarios. Note that Jesus’ words here are a command. Dr. Vic Copan, in his book, Changing Your Mind: the Bible the Brain and Spiritual Growth, said, “Sin is everything that damages the shalom (peace) God intended for all human relationships: whether with God, with others, or with the world.” Do you think worry is a sin? Explain your answer. Jesus doesn’t just say, “Stop it!” He lovingly reasons with us asking us to "consider" some things: Consider... that worry doesn't work. (Luke 12:25-26) 5. Jesus explains to us that worry doesn’t work. Corrie ten Boom said, "Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength.” Share from your own experience of worry and how it impacted when you worried about something. 6. Research shows that more than 95% of what we worry about doesn’t happen. What does that communicate to you about worry? 7. Jesus isn’t telling us not to prepare for the future. Scripture encourages us to be wise and prepare for future dangers and needs, for example, in Proverbs 27:12 – “The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.” Explain the difference between worry and wise preparation for the future. Consider... who God really is (Luke 12:6-7) 8. Worry is rooted in the belief that you don’t matter to God and in other false ideas about God. Name some truths about God from Scripture that could help you when you’re tempted to worry. Consider... what you seek first (Luke 12:31-32) 9. How does seeking God’s Kingdom first help a person not to worry? 10. Read the Serenity Prayer outloud together with your group. “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” What can you learn from this prayer? 11. Tell your group about some of the things that tempt you to worry, but that you can’t change. Pray the Serenity prayer – consciously giving those things over to God and receiving His peace. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Thanksgiving Food Drive Thanksgiving is just weeks away! Help us to provide ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal to our food distribution guests plus $10 gift certificates to Walmart or Publix for them to purchase their own turkey. Our goal this year is to assist 500 families. Thank you for your generosity! This outreach is in addition to our normal monthly food drive needs. Bring your donations Sunday-Thursday 9am-3pm to the North porch at the Loxahatchee Campus or to the Fellowship Hall at the WPB Campus. Bring gift cards to the church office or the Welcome Desk in the lobby. · Surviving the Holidays – GriefShare - Monday, November 15, 7pm, LOX Campus | Thursday, November 18, 2:30pm WPB Campus If you’ve lost a loved one, the holidays can be difficult. Join us for this one-time session designed to help you get through this season in a healthy way. Invite a friend! Go to communityofhope.church/care to register. · Surviving the Holidays – DivorceCare – Thursday, November 18, 7pm LOX Campus | Wednesday, November 17, 7pm Online The holidays can be difficult in the midst of the pain of a broken marriage. Join us for this one-time session designed to help you get through this season in a healthy way. Invite a friend! Go to communityofhope.church/care to register. · Angel Tree – We want kids in crisis to know they are not forgotten this Christmas. From November 22 – December 5, join us in supporting the ministry of 4Kids Palm Beach to foster children by collecting unwrapped toys and gift cards to ensure that every foster child, teen and young adult has a present to open on Christmas Day. · COH has job openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-31-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1635625323149-J0AJ20NEFRIEIQ1GO0SG/Deep-Peace-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-31-2021 - Make it stand out 10-31-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. José Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Deep Peace: Finding Calm in an Age of Anxiety Week 1: Threat-Level Midnight English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Icebreaker: If you have some sort of silly irrational fear, share with your group about it. 1. Anxiety, fear and insecurity are at epidemic levels in our culture, robbing us of a sense of wholeness and calm. What are some reasons why you think people are feeling so much fear and anxiety now? 2. Some people think being a Christian means you’ll only experience health, prosperity and happiness, but that’s not what Scripture teaches. One Christian author wrote that Jesus promised three things to those who follow him: “that we would be absurdly happy, entirely fearless, and always in trouble….” What do you think of that? 3. Horatio Spafford wrote the song It Is Well with My Soul at the spot in the Atlantic Ocean where his children had drowned in a shipwreck months before. He wrote: “When peace like a river attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll, whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, ‘It is well, it is well with my soul.’” What gives a person that kind of peace in such a tragic situation? 4. Read our memory verse - Isaiah 26:3: “You, (God) will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” What do you notice in this verse? 5. Read Matthew 14:22-33. The background of this passage is that Jesus had just finished feeding 5,000 people with two loaves and a few fish. Then he told his disciples to go across the Sea of Galilee and said he’d catch up with them later. Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Later that night, he was there alone, 24 and the boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. 25 Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake. 26 When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and cried out in fear. 27 But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” 28 “Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” 29 “Come,” he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!” 31 Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?” 32 And when they climbed into the boat, the wind died down. 33 Then those who were in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.” What questions or comments come to your mind as you read this passage? This event teaches us several things about fear: · Fear (itself) is not the problem. 6. Fear actually has an important place in our lives. Christian pastor and author, John Ortberg, wrote in his book, If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat, “At its simplest and most benign, [fear] is an internal warning cry that danger is nearby and we had better do something about it. It is designed to be what researchers call a ‘self-correcting mechanism’ - something designed to be unpleasant enough to motivate us to take action and remove ourselves from whatever is threatening us. It readies our body to flee, hide or fight.” What are some of the good functions that fear has in our lives? 7. Science writer Rick Dozier speaks of this kind of fear which is centered in our limbic system and can respond within a tenth of a second, before our conscious decision-making has a chance to kick in. When our mind senses danger, our bodies go into action: adrenaline is released, blood drains from the skin’s surface and is re-directed to our core, our heart pounds, our pupils expand to take in more information, and our mouth gets dry. These physical responses also take place when the fear is based on something you imagine rather than an actual present danger. Have you ever experienced this? If so, share about that. · Genuine Faith is not the absence of fear. 8. Note that Jesus does not rebuke the disciples for their fear. Fear itself is not wrong. At what point, or in what situations, does fear become a problem for a Christ-follower? 9. Note that Peter actually had more courage than the rest of the disciples, because he was willing to get out of the boat. What can you learn from that? 10. If there is something you haven’t been willing to step out and try because of fear, share about that with your group. 11. The Bible talks about fear a lot. In fact, the command, “Fear not!” appears 366 times in Scripture. Why do you think God repeats that command so often? · Faith that focuses on Jesus brings deeper peace. 12. Peter had faith that allowed him to conquer his fears, as long as he was keeping his focus on Jesus. When he started looking at the waves, he began to sink. Share about a “storm” from your own life in which you knew you needed to keep your focus on Jesus rather than the “storm.” What helped you do that? 13. One effective way to deal with fear is to name it, talk with others about it, and attach one of God’s promises to it. Share some promises of God out of Scripture that have helped you deal with fears in the past. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Thanksgiving Food Drive Thanksgiving is just weeks away! Help us to provide ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal to our food distribution guests plus $10 gift certificates to Walmart or Publix for them to purchase their own turkey. Our goal this year is to assist 500 families. Thank you for your generosity! This outreach is in addition to our normal monthly food drive needs. Bring your donations Sunday-Thursday 9am-3pm to the North porch at the Loxahatchee Campus or to the Fellowship Hall at the WPB Campus. Bring gift cards to the church office or the Welcome Desk in the lobby. · Surviving the Holidays – GriefShare - Monday, November 15, 7pm, LOX Campus | Thursday, November 18, 2:30pm WPB Campus If you’ve lost a loved one, the holidays can be difficult. Join us for this one-time session designed to help you get through this season in a healthy way. Invite a friend! Go to communityofhope.church/care to register. · Surviving the Holidays – DivorceCare – Thursday, November 18, 7pm LOX Campus | Wednesday, November 17, 7pm Online The holidays can be difficult in the midst of the pain of a broken marriage. Join us for this one-time session designed to help you get through this season in a healthy way. Invite a friend! Go to communityofhope.church/care to register. · COH has job openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-24-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1633227387189-6AEWXG9SHFEIN7H19MS2/True-for-You-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-24-2021 - Make it stand out 10-24-2021 Panel: Dr. E. Dale Locke, Dr. Nathan Maxwell and Dr. Victor Copan (Loxahatchee, WPB & Online) Rev. Jose Marrero & Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: True For You? Week 4: Questions about the Bible and Truth English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español In this series, we’ve been seeking to “love God with our minds” and considering whether there is such a thing as objective truth and whether we can trust the Bible is true. Truth is under attack in our world. The writers of Scripture claim that it contains truth in a special and unique way, because its source is God. This week, our own resident experts, Dr. Nathan Maxwell – Associate Professor of Old Testament, and Dr. Victor Copan - Professor of New Testament at Palm Beach Atlantic University responded to questions from our congregation. Here are the questions they discussed over the two services, so you can talk about them with your group. 1. Who decided which books made it into the Bible – what we call the “Canon”? 2. Since the Bible we have has been copied and translated over and over, can we trust that it contains the words that the original writers actually said? 3. Some versions of the Bible omit certain verses such as John 5:4. Why is this? 4. Why are there so many different translations of the Bible – even in English? What’s the difference between them (NIV, NLT, ESV, NSB, KJV, NASV, etc.)? On what do they base their decisions about which words they select as they’re translating? 5. Aren’t there contradictions in the Bible? How can we trust it, if it contradicts itself? 6. Do we know who wrote Genesis and when? 7. If the information in the gospels about Jesus’s life, death and resurrection really happened, you’d expect historical writings besides the Bible to mention it. Is Jesus mentioned outside the Bible? 8. If Jesus prayed to His father, is he actually praying to Himself since the Trinity proclaims that the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are one? 9. Why has God allowed evil to exist since the Garden of Eden, but then he does not allow it in Heaven and the New Earth? 10. What should our relationship to the Old Testament be? Why should we read it? 11. Why are there so many different interpretations of the Bible? 12. Why does God seem so different in the Old Testament compared to the New Testament? 13. What does the Bible mean to you personally? How does it impact your life personally? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Celebrate Recovery Anniversary Celebration! Join us Monday night at 7pm as we celebrate 9 years of helping people get freedom from hurts, habits and hang-ups. The Alvas will share their story. · Thanksgiving Food Drive Thanksgiving is just weeks away! Help us to provide ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal to our food distribution guests plus $10 gift certificates to Walmart or Publix for them to purchase their own turkey. Our goal this year is to assist 500 families. Thank you for your generosity! This outreach is in addition to our normal monthly food drive needs. Bring your donations Sunday-Thursday 9am-3pm to the North porch at the Loxahatchee campus or to the Fellowship Hall at the WPB Campus. Bring gift cards to the church office or the Welcome Desk in the lobby. · Surviving the Holidays – GriefShare – Monday, November 15, 7pm, LOX Campus | Thursday, November 18, 2:30pm WPB Campus If you’ve lost a loved one, the holidays can be difficult. Join us for this one-time session designed to help you get through this season in a healthy way. Invite a friend! communityofhope.church/groups to register. · Surviving the Holidays – DivorceCare – Thursday, November 18, 7pm LOX Campus | Wednesday, November 17, 7pm Online The holidays can be difficult in the midst of the pain of a broken marriage. Join us for this one-time session designed to help you get through this season in a healthy way. Invite a friend! communityofhope.church/groups to register. · COH has job openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-17-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1633227387189-6AEWXG9SHFEIN7H19MS2/True-for-You-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-17-2021 - Make it stand out 10-17-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: True For You? Week 3: Here Comes the Judge English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español In this series, we’re considering whether there is such a thing as objective truth and whether we can trust the Bible is true. Truth is under attack in our world. The writers of Scripture claim that it contains truth in a special and unique way, because its source is God. Today we’re taking a look at what’s at stake if we choose to ignore God’s truth as revealed in the Bible. 1. Author Michael Novak said “Doubt is not so much a dividing line that separates people into different camps, as it is a razor’s edge that runs through every human soul.” What did he mean by that? 2. Practice our memory verse for this series together with your group: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 3. Read 2 Timothy 4:1-8: In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. 3 For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. 5 But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry. 6 For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 4. This verse is actually more for pastors than for the rest of us Christians. It’s tempting for pastors to preach what people want to hear. What are some ideas that you’ve heard preachers say that are actually not true, but they’re popular with people? Here at the end of Paul’s life, he gives Timothy three warnings: 1. The warning of a life too little with God 5. What does 2 Timothy 4:1 communicate about Paul’s world view? 6. Read 1 Corinthians 2:9–10 which helps us further to understand Paul’s view of the world and of eternity: However, as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived”— the things God has prepared for those who love him—these are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. What do you notice here about Paul’s beliefs about reality and the world? 7. How does your own world view compare that of Paul? 2. The warning of a faith too high on self 8. Some lies in our culture make ourselves too prominent – as if everything revolves around us. On the other hand, we may have been told lies that devalue or discourage us as people. Either way, when people live out lies, it shapes them and their destiny. Give examples of lies that people might live under. 9. Can you identify with any of those lies? Do you have any lies you struggle not to believe about yourself? 10. Dallas Willard wrote in his book, Hearing God, “We truly live at the mercy of our ideas. This is never truer than with our ideas about God. Those who operate on the wrong information aren’t likely to know the reality of God’s presence in the decisions that shape their lives and they will miss the constant divine companionship for which our souls are made.” What was he getting at here? 3. The warning of an eternity too distant to matter 11. Pastor Dale said, “The ‘veil’ between heaven and earth is paper thin.” What did he mean by that, and what’s the significance of that for your life? 12. Read Colossians 3:1-3 – Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. What helps you set your mind on things above, so that you can get your mind off of earthly lies? 13. For the last week of this sermon series on Sunday, October 24, a panel of experts will answer our questions about the Bible. If you have a question about the Bible that you would like to ask this panel, submit it at communityofhope.church/biblequestions. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Thanksgiving Food Drive Thanksgiving is just weeks away! Help us to provide ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal to our food distribution guests plus $10 gift certificates to Walmart or Publix for them to purchase their own turkey. Our goal this year is to assist 500 families. Thank you for your generosity! (This outreach is in addition to our normal monthly food drive needs). Bring your donations Sunday-Thursday 9am-3pm to the North porch at the Loxahatchee campus. Give gift cards at the church office or the Welcome Desk in the lobby. · DivorceCare and DivorceCare4Kids – These and other support groups are available for you to attend at any time, and you can also invite anyone to attend, whether or not they attend our church. Find support, encouragement and tips on how to get through the difficult season of a broken marriage in a healthy way. Go to communityofhope.church/groups to register. · Pumpkin Patch – 9:30am – 8:30pm daily – Buy some pumpkins at the prettiest pumpkin patch in our county and take some fun fall family pictures. All proceeds go directly to our student ministry to help kids pay for camp and other activities. Tell your friends! · COH has job openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-10-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1633227387189-6AEWXG9SHFEIN7H19MS2/True-for-You-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-10-2021 - Make it stand out 10-10-2021 Pastor Brandon Weaver (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: True For You? Week 2: Why Should I? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. In this series, we’re considering whether there is such a thing as objective truth and whether we can trust the Bible as true. Most people recognize that there are objective truths in areas like math and science. Why do people often think that when it comes to religion and faith, everyone’s ideas are equally true? 2. Read our memory verse for this series, 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. What does the Bible claim about itself in these verses? The is God-breathed. We call this process “inspiration.” 3. Read 2 Peter 1:20-21 – Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things. For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. What do you notice in these verses about the process of inspiration? 4. When deciding whether a book is worth reading, we generally ask ourselves “Is this reliable?” and “Is this useful?” The Bible has been the #1 best-selling book in the world for many years. Why do so many people read it, even though it’s thousands of years old? 5. What are some ways the Bible is unique and different from other books? 6. Theologian N.T. Wright says, “Inspiration is a shorthand way of talking about the belief that, by his Spirit, God guided the different writers and editors of the Bible, so that the books they produced were books God intended his people to have.” What are some mistaken ideas people might have about what inspiration of the Bible is? The purpose of the Bible is transformation. 7. Hebrews 4:12-13 – For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account. What do you notice in this passage? Have you experienced this while reading Scripture? Explain. 8. What are some implications of the fact that God sees everything – even our thoughts and attitudes – and nothing is hidden from Him? 9. The purpose of the Bible is life change. As it says in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, God wants to make your life better by teaching you, rebuking you, correcting you, training you in righteousness, and equipping you for good works. Share about a time when you felt God correcting you while you were reading the Bible. 10. Mark Twain said, “It’s not the parts of the Bible I can't understand that bother me, it’s the parts that I do understand”. What did he mean by this? 11. For the last week of this sermon series on Sunday, October 24, a panel of experts will answer our questions about the Bible. If you have a question about the Bible that you would like to ask this panel, submit it at communityofhope.church/biblequestions. 12. Have you built into your schedule a time and place to regularly spend time with God reading His Word? Take a picture of where you generally do this and post it on social media with the hashtag #COH. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Marriage Course – at the Loxahatchee Campus on Tuesdays from 7-8:30pm starting Oct. 12 led by Kenny & Michelle Steckley; or online on Mondays from 7-8:30pm starting Oct. 11 led by Jeremy & Cassandra Truelove. A 7-session course to help married couples strengthen their relationship through practical video teaching and guided conversation as a couple. Enjoy some intentional time with your spouse over dessert with childcare provided (for the in-person groups). $25/couple course fee includes your books. If you already have the books, let us know, and we’ll adjust the fee. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Partnership Gathering – West Palm Beach Campus – Tuesday, October 12 @ 7pm This quarterly meeting is a great opportunity to learn about what’s going on at our West Palm Beach Campus and our future plans. · Our Support Groups are always available for anyone to join. If you or someone you know needs support to get through a challenging season like grief, divorce, mental illness, recovery, go to our groups page to register: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ These groups are a great opportunity to connect someone you know to Jesus Christ. They are open to everyone, whether they’re believers or not. · Pumpkin Patch – 9:30am – 8:30pm daily – Buy some pumpkins at the prettiest pumpkin patch in our county and take some fun fall family pictures. All proceeds go directly to our student ministry to help kids pay for camp and other activities. Tell your friends! · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-03-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1633227387189-6AEWXG9SHFEIN7H19MS2/True-for-You-web.jpg Sermon Series - 10-03-2021 - Make it stand out 10-03-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxatchee & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Week 1: True For You? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Jesus said in Mark 12:30 – “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” What does it mean to love God “with your mind”? How do we do that? Scripture Speaks of Absolute Truth 2. Read what the authors of Scripture say in the passages below about their writings. Discuss with your group what these authors are claiming regarding how the Bible is different from other books. · Galatians 1:11-12 – I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that the gospel I preached is not of human origin. I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it; rather, I received it by revelation from Jesus Christ. · 1 Thessalonians 2:13 – And we also thank God continually because, when you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as a human word, but as it actually is, the word of God, which is indeed at work in you who believe. · John 8:31-32 – To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” · 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. Jesus says He Is Truth 3. Read John 14:6 – Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. Notice the definite article “the.” What is the implication of this when it comes to truth? How do you feel about this idea? 4. Some things are a matter of opinion, but in other areas there really is only one truth. Why isn’t it narrowminded to say that 2+2 can only equal 4. How would you define narrowmindedness? Truth is Under Assault 5. It’s not a new problem to struggle with knowing what’s the truth. Remember Pilate’s question of Jesus in John 18:38, “What is truth?” Talk about some why it’s hard to know the truth in our culture, and how truth is currently under assault. 6. Tolerance is a good value. But tolerance doesn’t mean accepting every opinion as equally true. How can Christians live out the good value of tolerance, without sacrificing truth? 7. Read Acts 17:1-15: When Paul and his companions had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a Jewish synagogue. 2 As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, 3 explaining and proving that the Messiah had to suffer and rise from the dead. “This Jesus I am proclaiming to you is the Messiah,” he said. 4 Some of the Jews were persuaded and joined Paul and Silas, as did a large number of God-fearing Greeks and quite a few prominent women. 5 But other Jews were jealous; so they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city. They rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas in order to bring them out to the crowd. 6 But when they did not find them, they dragged Jason and some other believers before the city officials, shouting: “These men who have caused trouble all over the world have now come here, 7 and Jason has welcomed them into his house. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, one called Jesus.” 8 When they heard this, the crowd and the city officials were thrown into turmoil. 9 Then they made Jason and the others post bond and let them go. 10 As soon as it was night, the believers sent Paul and Silas away to Berea. On arriving there, they went to the Jewish synagogue. 11 Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true. 12 As a result, many of them believed, as did also a number of prominent Greek women and many Greek men. 13 But when the Jews in Thessalonica learned that Paul was preaching the word of God at Berea, some of them went there too, agitating the crowds and stirring them up. 14 The believers immediately sent Paul to the coast, but Silas and Timothy stayed at Berea. 15 Those who escorted Paul brought him to Athens and then left with instructions for Silas and Timothy to join him as soon as possible. Truth is “Reason-able” 8. The people in this passage wondered whether they could trust these traveling preachers, which is understandable. It’s important to have discernment regarding who is worthy of your trust. Paul was glad to reason, explain, and give evidence to help them believe that Jesus is the Messiah. What factors do you use to determine whether a message is trustworthy or not? Truth Transcends Our Emotions 9. Some of Paul’s audience judged by their emotions rather than reason and evidence. This is still a problem today. When we let our emotions drive us, we tend to make poor decisions. Why is that? Truth isn’t Hidden 10. The truth about Jesus is knowable. And when you know it, it will set you free. What are some things you could do to pursue spiritual truth? 11. Why wasn’t Paul offended when the Bereans checked the Scriptures to see if his message was true – in fact, Luke (the writer of Acts) called it “noble”? 12. What’s one of the most challenging aspects of Christian faith for you personally to believe? How can you determine if those things are really true or not? 13. For the last week of this sermon series on Sunday, October 24, a panel of experts will answer questions about the Bible. If you have a question you would like us to ask this panel, submit it at communityofhope.church/biblequestions Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Partnership Gathering – Tuesday, October 5 at 7pm at our Loxahatchee Campus. This is an opportunity to hear what’s going on behind the scenes at our church and to ask questions. · Marriage Course – at the Loxahatchee Campus on Tuesdays from 7-8:30pm starting Oct. 12 led by Kenny & Michelle Steckley; or online on Mondays from 7-8:30pm starting Oct. 11 led by Jeremy & Cassandra Truelove. A 7-session course to help married couples strengthen their relationship through practical video teaching and guided conversation as a couple. Enjoy some intentional time with your spouse over dessert with childcare provided (for the in-person groups). $25/couple course fee includes your books. If you already have the books, let us know, and we’ll adjust the fee. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Our Support Groups are always available for anyone to join. If you or someone you know needs support to get through a challenging season like grief, divorce, mental illness, recovery, go to our groups page to register: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ These groups are a great opportunity to connect someone you know to Jesus Christ. They are open to everyone, whether they’re believers or not. · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-26-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-09-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1630965995734-2L930RU3PSMRJ11BUFXD/I-Am-COH-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-26-2021 - Make it stand out 09-26-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. Jose Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: I Am Community of Hope Week 4: Won by One English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: Tell about a time when you tried to make or fix something without having the right tools. How did it go? 2. Read our memory verse for this sermon series, where Jesus gave all of us a mission – Matthew 28:19-20: Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” · In week 1, we looked at our church’s mission to interest disinterested people in Jesus Christ and learned that the first step of evangelism isn’t talking, but listening. · In week 2, Pastor Dale helped us understand the importance of kindness in drawing people to God. · In week 3, we focused on being willing to step out and take risks to get involved in what God cares about rather than staying comfortable and indifferent to his concerns in the world. · This week we’re teaching some practical tools to help you do evangelism. A lot of Christians get nervous when they hear Jesus’ commission to all of us in Matthew 28 to evangelize the world, especially people who don’t have the spiritual gift of evangelism. Before this sermon series, how did you feel about the idea of being involved in evangelism? 3. If your feelings about evangelism have changed through this sermon series, share about that. 4. Read 1 Peter 3:15: But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. In this passage, Peter gives a three-part plan for evangelism: (1) Live a “questionable” life. 5. What might cause someone who isn’t yet a Christ-follower to ask a Christian about their faith? 6. Read Matthew 5:14-16:“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. What does it mean to be “the light of the world”? Share some things you do to try to live this out. (2) Be gentle and respectful. 7. Many New Testament passages about evangelism mention the importance of gentleness when sharing our faith. Why is gentleness so important in evangelism? 8. What are some ways to show respect for someone who doesn’t believe what you believe about God, when you’re having a faith conversation with them? (3) Be prepared. 9. In John 9:25, a blind man was questioned about his experience with Jesus, but he had just barely met Jesus and didn’t know much about him yet, so all he could do was tell his own experience: “I was blind, but now I see!” Why is this actually a good model to follow – to simply share your before and after experience with Jesus – just like this blind man did? 10. Using the “Before/After” model, have each person in your group share their faith story in just a few sentences. 11. Using the “Good News, Bad News, Good News” pattern, briefly explain what the gospel is. 12. Why is it important to start with good news when sharing the gospel? 13. Community of Hope wants to partner with you in your evangelism efforts. Consider the people you’ve listed on your “Won by One” card. What upcoming COH events could you potentially invite them to attend? Keep on using this simple “Won by One” process – both as individuals and together as a group. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Connections Class - Sundays 10:15-11:30am starting October 3: A 4-week class on how to live the Christian life. This is the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope, and we hope everyone who attends our church will take this class. You’ll learn about our mission, values, and statement of faith, and you’ll have the opportunity to become a COH partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The class will be offered in-person and also over Zoom for those who can’t attend in-person. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/connections · Partnership Gathering – Tuesday, October 5 at 7pm at our Loxahatchee Campus. This is an opportunity to hear what’s going on behind the scenes at our church and to ask questions. · Lake Worth Campus Launch – If you want to help launch our Lake Worth Campus, check out our calendar of outreach activities at https://communityofhope.church/lakeworth · Our Support Groups are always available for anyone to join. If you or someone you know needs support to get through a challenging season like grief, divorce, mental illness, recovery, go to our groups page to register: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ These groups are a great opportunity to connect someone you know to Jesus Christ. They are open to everyone, whether they’re believers or not. · Our Skeptics group is designed for people who aren't yet sure about Christianity to provide a safe place to discuss typical barriers to faith like, “Why is there suffering and pain in the world?”, “What happens to people from other religions?” and “Does the Bible conflict with modern science?” Skeptics will meet Mondays at 7pm at the Copans' home in Wellington starting September 27. We’ll meet outdoors on our patio to help everyone stay safe, and people are welcome to Zoom into the meetings as well. This is a great opportunity for you to invite a friend or loved one who doesn’t believe or who doesn’t have a church home. Sign up at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-19-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-09-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1630965995734-2L930RU3PSMRJ11BUFXD/I-Am-COH-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-19-2021 - Make it stand out 09-19-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee, WPB & Online), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: I Am Community of Hope Week 3: Behind The Scenes English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: Other than spiritual things, what’s something that someone observing your life might say you’re passionate about? How does that passion show itself in your life? 2. Read our memory verse for this sermon series: Matthew 28:16-20: Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” · In week 1, we looked at our church’s mission to interest disinterested people in Jesus Christ, and Pastor Trevor said the first step of evangelism isn’t talking, but listening in order to learn what the other person believes and get to know them. · In week 2, Pastor Dale looked at Romans 2:4 and reminded us that God uses kindness to draw people to himself. This idea has been foundational for our church. What’s one idea from the sermon series so far that was helpful to you personally? 3. Read Nehemiah 1:1-4: The words of Nehemiah son of Hakaliah: In the month of Kislev in the twentieth year, while I was in the citadel of Susa, 2 Hanani, one of my brothers, came from Judah with some other men, and I questioned them about the Jewish remnant that had survived the exile, and also about Jerusalem. 3 They said to me, “Those who survived the exile and are back in the province are in great trouble and disgrace. The wall of Jerusalem is broken down, and its gates have been burned with fire.” 4 When I heard these things, I sat down and wept. For some days I mourned and fasted and prayed before the God of heaven. Nehemiah was a descendant of the Jewish families who had been forced into exile when the Babylonian empire conquered Jerusalem in 586BC. Later the Persians defeated the Babylonians and became the new rulers over the Jewish people, who were still in exile. Nehemiah was appointed by the Persian King Artaxerxes to the honored position of “cupbearer” to the king meaning before the King drank anything, Nehemiah tasted it to see if it was safe. When he got the news that the walls and city of Jerusalem had been in ruins for so long, he felt it made a mockery of God and damaged God’s reputation in the world. That broke Nehemiah’s heart. What helps a person’s heart grow more concerned about the things that break God’s heart? 4. Abraham Maslow believed humanity has a hierarchy of basic needs and that each of the lower levels of need has to be met before people can move to the next level. Similarly, Pastor Dale identified some levels people tend to go through in their spiritual journey as they grow from being an unchurched person toward becoming a fully devoted follower of Christ. Level 1 - Self-Interest Level 2 - Spiritual Gratitude Level 3 - Spiritual Obedience Level 4 - Spiritual Vision/Love Share how you’ve experienced some of these transitions from one level of spiritual growth to the next. Nehemiah did three things that every follower should do to be part of God’s work in the world: (1) Nehemiah cried out to God. 5. God invites us to pray about anything that troubles us. But our prayer life shouldn’t always only be about ourselves. Eventually our prayers should include asking God to help us see the world the way He does and to grow in our concern about the spiritual condition of the world. God gets His work done in the world when His people begin to see the world as he does. How does God want us to see the world? (2) Nehemiah moved toward the mess. 6. Read Nehemiah 2:4-5: The king said to me, “What is it you want?” Then I prayed to the God of heaven, and I answered the king, “If it pleases the king and if your servant has found favor in his sight, let him send me to the city in Judah where my ancestors are buried so that I can rebuild it.” Nehemiah was willing to step out, take a risk, and move toward a need that he believed God cared about. What could you do to step out and take a risk that would help God’s purposes be accomplished in the world around you? 7. Pastor Dale said, “The worst kind of injustice inflicted upon a group or person isn’t hostility, it’s indifference.” What did he mean by that? 8. What causes indifference in us? How can we work against those things to grow our hearts? (3) Nehemiah owned the part of the problem that he could. 9. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by how many people need Jesus and by all the needs in our world, but God doesn’t ask us to reach everyone or fix everything. He just asks each one of us to do the part that we can do. What’s one thing that you could do that might help some people in your world connect to Jesus Christ? Getting practical: · Hold your group meeting in someone’s front yard or driveway, where neighbors can see you, and see if it opens any conversations with the host’s neighbors. · Talk together as a group about how you could use your hobbies or kids’ activities to build relationships with unchurched people. · Plan a “Matthew party” – a fun social event where you mix your Christian friends with your unchurched friends. (The name comes from Jesus’s disciple Matthew who had a dinner party for Jesus and his disciples together with his tax collector friends in Matthew 9:10.) Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Connections Class - Sundays 10:15-11:30am starting October 3: A 4-week class on how to live the Christian life. This is the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope, and we hope everyone who attends our church will take this class. You’ll learn about our mission, values, and statement of faith, and you’ll have the opportunity to become a COH partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The class will be offered in-person and also over Zoom for those who can’t attend in-person. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/connections · Financial Peace University: Dave Ramsey's 9-week class that teaches you how to pay off debt, save and invest for your future. Our Loxahatchee FPU class will meet Thursdays at 7pm starting September 23. Our WPB Campus FPU Class will be on Wednesdays at 7pm beginning September 22nd. Free childcare is available. Course cost of $64/family is paid directly to Ramsey+. Register for Loxahatchee: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/classes/1139003 Register for WPB: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/classes/1140856 · Dad’s Group, Sundays 4:30-6:00pm starting September 26 – Loxahatchee Campus. We’re starting a new Dads Group led by Omar Vega meeting Sundays at 4:30-6:00pm at our Loxahatchee Campus. Childcare will be provided. The group will trade off between Bible discussion and discussing how to be an effective dad. Once a month will be a fun activity with kids instead of the regular meeting. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Our Support Groups are always available for anyone to join. If you or someone you know needs support to get through a challenging season like grief, divorce, mental illness, recovery, go to our groups page to register: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ These groups are a great opportunity to connect someone you know to Jesus Christ. They are open to everyone, whether they’re believers or not. · Our Skeptics group is designed for people who aren't yet sure about Christianity to provide a safe place to discuss typical barriers to faith like, “Why is there suffering and pain in the world?”, “What happens to people from other religions?” and “Does the Bible conflict with modern science?” Skeptics will meet Mondays at 7pm at the Copans' home in Wellington starting September 27. We’ll meet outdoors on our patio to help everyone stay safe, and people are welcome to Zoom into the meetings as well. This is a great opportunity for you to invite a friend or loved one who doesn’t believe or who doesn’t have a church home. Sign up at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-12-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-09-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1630965995734-2L930RU3PSMRJ11BUFXD/I-Am-COH-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-12-2021 - Make it stand out 09-12-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Loxahatchee, WPB & Online), Rev. Efrain Silva (COH Español) Sermon Series: I Am Community of Hope Week 2: Just this English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Icebreaker: After your first visit to Community of Hope, why did you decide to keep coming back? 1. Read our memory verse for this sermon series: Matthew 28:16-20: Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Read our mission statement together, which comes from those verses: Community of Hope exists to interest disinterested people in Jesus Christ and grow together into fully devoted followers of him. 2. Pastor Dale says there are two types of churches: museums for saints and hospitals for sinners. Explain what he means by that. What’s the difference between the two? 3. What do you think the average unchurched person thinks or feels about churches in general, and why do they feel that way? 4. Read Romans 2:4: Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance? What thoughts or feelings come to you when you read this verse? 5. If you’ve ever observed a situation where kindness was an agent of change in someone’s life, share about that. 6. Pastor Steve Sjogren said: “I believe kindness brings with it incredible power to break down spiritual strongholds and to tee up human hearts to receive the Gospel.” How can our church build a culture of kindness for the sake of the Gospel? 7. Read 2 Timothy 2:23-26: Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. 24 And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. 25 Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth, 26 and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will. Notice the word “kind” in this passage. Why does kindness work better than arguing when it comes to evangelism? 8. Jesus was accused of being a “friend of sinners” in Matthew 11:19. What could we do as a church and as individuals to get a similar reputation today? 9. Read Titus 3:3-7: At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. The Apostle Paul had a deep awareness of how much he needed God’s kindness when he was saved. How did that awareness impact Paul’s outreach to people who were far from God? 10. Share a personal example of when you needed and received God’s kindness in your own life. 11. Gary Haugen in his book, Just Courage, tells of a time when he, his father, and his two older brothers were going to hike partway up Mount Rainier. Gary wasn’t sure he could make it and was so afraid that he persuaded his dad to let him stay in the visitor’s center for the afternoon. He writes: “The visitor’s center was warm and comfortable, with lots of interesting things to watch and read. I devoured the information and explored every corner, and judging by the crowd, it was clearly the place to be. As the afternoon stretched on, however, the massive visitor’s center started to feel awfully small. The warm air felt stuffy, and the stuffed wild animals started to seem just – dead. The inspiring loop videos about extraordinary people who climbed the mountain weren’t as interesting the sixth and seventh times, and they made me wish I could be one of those actually climbing the mountain instead of reading about it. I felt bored, sleepy, and small – and I missed my dad. I was totally stuck. Totally safe but totally stuck. “After the longest afternoon of my ten-year old life, Dad and my brothers returned flushed with their triumph. Their faces were red from the cold and their eyes clear with delight. They were wet from the snow, famished, dehydrated, and nursing scrapes from the rocks and ice, but on the long drive home they had something else. My brothers had stories and an unforgettable day with their dad on a great mountain.” Many Christians play it safe and miss out on the adventure of helping others come to Christ. What risks could you take in the coming weeks to be part of Jesus’ Great Commission? Getting practical: · Plan ways to show kindness to the people you listed last week. Keep praying for them! · Look for opportunities to also drop a hint connecting your kindness to Jesus, so the people don’t just think you’re a nice person. · Consider going out to a restaurant as a group. Look for ways to be especially kind to the server and tip them well. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Financial Peace University is Dave Ramsey's 9-week class that teaches you how to pay off debt, save and invest for your future. Our Loxahatchee FPU class will meet Thursdays at 7pm at the Loxahatchee Campus starting September 23. Free childcare is available. Course cost of $64/family is paid directly to Ramsey+. Register at https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/classes/1139003 · Our Support Groups are available for anyone to join. If you or someone you know needs support to get through a challenging season like grief, divorce, mental illness, recovery, go to our groups page to register: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ These groups are a great opportunity to connect someone you know to Jesus Christ. They are open to everyone, whether they’re believers or not. · Our Skeptics group is designed for people who aren't yet sure about Christianity to provide a safe place to discuss typical barriers to faith like, “Why is there suffering and pain in the world?”, “What happens to people from other religions?” and “Does the Bible conflict with modern science?” Skeptics will meet Mondays at 7pm at the Copans' home in Wellington starting September 27. We’ll meet outdoors on our patio to help everyone stay safe, and people are welcome to Zoom into the meetings as well. This is a great opportunity for you to invite a friend or loved one who doesn’t believe or who doesn’t have a church home. Sign up at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Our Apologetics group will meet Thursdays at 7pm over Zoom. This group covers the same information as the Skeptic group, but is designed for Christians to get answers to intellectual questions so they can grow and also help others believe in Jesus. Apologetics starts September 16. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-05-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1630864228966-PA8QYHYO6ARXR2QZUMHS/I-Am-COH-web.jpg Sermon Series - 09-05-2021 - Make it stand out 09-05-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (Loxahatchee & Online), Rev. José Marrero (WPB), Rev. Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: I Am Community of Hope Week 1: Me? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Icebreaker: Give each person in the group a chance to share a high and/or a low from their life over the summer. 1. Read Community of Hope’s mission statement together: “We exist to interest disinterested people in Jesus Christ and grow together into fully devoted followers of Him.” What do you notice about our church’s mission statement? 2. Read Matthew 28:16-20: Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Jesus gave us a clear vision for what he wants us to do on earth, but it’s easy for this vision to leak. Churches often get distracted from helping others connect with Jesus Christ. Even before the pandemic, 86% of churches in the U.S. were stagnant or shrinking. Why do you think that is? What are some things that might cause a church to stagnate? 3. Evangelism is simply sharing the good news of who Jesus is and that he came to connect us with God. The Bible teaches that some Christians have the “spiritual gift” of evangelism, so it comes more naturally for them. But even those who don’t have evangelism as their spiritual gift are called to be involved in this process in some way. What are some things that ordinary Christ-followers can do to be a part of the process of helping people connect to Jesus? The Power Behind Evangelism 4. Read Acts 2:46-47: Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. What do you notice about the power behind the constant flow of people being saved in the early church? How does that impact you as you think about being involved in evangelism? The Process of Evangelism 5. Sometimes we assume the word “go” in Matthew 28:19 is only about international missions. That’s definitely important, but it’s actually not the main point of this verse. You could translate this “as you are going” – meaning as you go about your workday, as you’re in your neighborhood, as you pick up your kids from school, as you walk your dog – wherever you’re going – look for ways to be part of the process of making disciples of Jesus Christ. Think of some people you see regularly in a normal week that you sense might not know Jesus Christ personally or don’t have a church home. What could you do to get to know them better and get an idea of where they are spiritually? 6. Think of a few people who were part of your spiritual journey who helped you connect with Jesus Christ. What were they like? What did they do that helped you move towards Jesus? The Promise as We Evangelize 7. Jesus promises to be with us as we tell others about him. What difference does that make? 8. Many of us think of evangelism as talking, but Pastor Trevor said, “Evangelism doesn’t begin with talking. It begins with how you listen and how you live.” What did he mean by that? 9. Think of someone you know who’s negative toward or completely disinterested in Jesus Christ. What might the process of evangelism look like in the case of someone like that? What are some things you should avoid doing? What could you do to help them move closer to Jesus? 10. Suppose someone you know shows a slight interest in Jesus – perhaps asking what church you go to or why you seem to have more joy than most people – what are some things to remember about evangelism at this point? Getting Practical: Each week we’ll offer some practical steps for your group to do together so you can support and encourage each other in the mission Jesus gave us. · Have each person in the group write down the names of the people who came to mind in question #5. Pray together as a group for each person by name, asking God to work in their hearts and open up opportunities with them. Continue to pray together for them as a group throughout this sermon series. · Over the coming week, pray and look for opportunities to see these people. As you talk with them, be a good listener and seek to understand where they are spiritually. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Community Care Center Grand Opening – Join us 5:00-7:00pm on Wednesday, September 8 at our West Palm Beach Campus on Military Trail as we celebrate the official opening of our new Community Care Center. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 6pm. · Our Skeptics group is designed for people who aren't yet sure about Christianity to provide a safe place to discuss typical barriers to faith like, “Why is there suffering and pain in the world?”, “What happens to people from other religions?” and “Does the Bible conflict with modern science?” Skeptics will meet Mondays at 7pm at the Copans' home in Wellington starting September 20. We’ll meet outdoors on our patio to help everyone stay safe, and people are welcome to Zoom into the meetings as well. This is a great opportunity to invite a friend who doesn’t have a church home. Sign up at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Our Apologetics group will meet Thursdays at 7pm over Zoom. This group covers the same information as the Skeptic group, but is designed for Christians to get answers to intellectual questions so they can grow and also help others believe in Jesus. Apologetics starts September 16. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Our Support Groups are available for anyone to join. If you or someone you know needs support to get through a challenging season like grief, divorce, mental illness, recovery, go to our groups page to register: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Financial Peace University is Dave Ramsey's 9-week class that teaches you how to pay off debt, save and invest for your future. Our Loxahatchee FPU class will meet Thursdays at 7pm at the Loxahatchee Campus starting September 23. Free childcare is available. Course cost of $64/family is paid directly to Ramsey+. Register at https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/classes/1139003 · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-29-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1627587024094-0SSXZWYPCC5BSKBYO3O1/Rooted-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-29-2021 - Make it stand out 08-29-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West, East and Online), Rev. José Marrero (Español) Sermon Series: Rooted Week 5: Y’all English PDF file for printing Para imprimir el archivo PDF 1. We’re exploring together as a church family what it looks like to grow a deeply rooted faith. Community of Hope started in 1997 and in the early days, it grew fairly quickly to about 700-800 people; but when the hurricanes of 2004-2005 shut down the schools where we had been meeting for multiple weeks, the size of our church was cut in half. Pastor Dale realized that he had grown a crowd, but not a congregation, and when he thought of Pastor Rick Warren’s statement that “All living things grow,” he was discouraged. But then he sensed God telling him that instead of growing up and out, it was a season for our church to grow deeper roots by developing our small group system. Since then, we’ve gone from a handful of small groups to over 1,500 people in groups. If being part of a small group has helped you grow deeper spiritual roots, share about that. 2. Read Colossians 2:1-7: I want you to know how hard I am contending for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me personally. 2 My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, 3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. 4 I tell you this so that no one may deceive you by fine-sounding arguments. 5 For though I am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit and delight to see how disciplined you are and how firm your faith in Christ is. 6 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, 7 rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. What do you notice in this passage about how we grow spiritually? 3. Reading these verses in English, we may not realize that each time in this passage that the Apostle Paul says “you” it’s not talking about us as individuals, it’s actually plural - like y’all. What difference does knowing that make in your understanding of this passage? If you want to grow deeper faith you have to be alone with God and together with people. 4. Our last sermon series, Speak Lord, was about learning to be alone with God. You cannot grow until you do this. But Christianity is not a solo sport. You won’t grow as rooted as God wants you to be unless you do it together with other people. What are the disadvantages of doing faith alone? 5. Susan Williamson writes: Redwood trees rarely fall over. They withstand strong winds, earthquakes, fires, storms, and prolonged flooding…. The interesting thing about the redwood tree is that their root system is intertwined with the other redwood trees, literally holding each other up. The trees grow very close together and are dependent on each other for nutrients, as well. Only redwoods have the strength and ability to support other redwoods. So, beneath the surface of these humongous, tall, statuesque trees are roots like an army of people who have their arms interlocked, standing and supporting each other. They are preventing the adversaries of life from knocking each other down. They are also making sure there is plenty of nutrients for growth to continue. Who are your redwoods? Who are the other people in your life who support you spiritually? 6. Notice the words “strengthened” and “overflowing” in Colossians 2:7. These are some beautiful things that happen when we are rooted together with others – we’re strengthened in difficult times and overflow with joy and thanks in good times. Christian Community multiplies joys and divides sorrows. Share about a time when you had something to celebrate, and doing that in community multiplied the joy for you. 7. Christian community also divides sorrow. Heavy things get lighter when we carry them together. Share about a time you experienced this truth. 8. If you’re already in a group, re-engage with them this fall. Recognize the value they have in your life. Commit to attending group faithfully and going deeper with each other spiritually. 9. If you’re not yet in a group. Register at communityofhope.church/groups and we’ll help you get connected to a group that fits you. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Groups Launch Season: If you’re not in a small group, we want to help you find one. We know it’s a weird season right now, so we are offering groups in-person and online. Everyone can pick what you're comfortable with. Don't let it keep you from signing up! We can get you into a group even if you decide you want to start a little later. We've got lots of new groups launching including a young adults group, a group for dads, and more. Just fill out the form at communityofhope.church/groups. Tell us what you are looking for, and we’ll get you connected! It’s that easy! · Community Care Center Grand Opening – Join us 5:00-7:00pm on Wednesday, September 8 at our West Palm Beach Campus on Military Trail as we celebrate the official opening of our new Community Care Center. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 6pm. · If Gathering – Women’s Weekend is being postponed until October 15-16. All women ages 14 and up are invited to join us at the West Campus in Loxahatchee as we tune in to this global conference, hear from some of our nation’s best Christian speakers, and grow in our faith together as women. Cost is $25 and includes a continental breakfast, snacks, and all event costs. No childcare. Register at communityofhope.church/if · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-22-20 monthly 0.5 2021-08-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1627587024094-0SSXZWYPCC5BSKBYO3O1/Rooted-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-22-2021 - Make it stand out 08-22-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West, East and Online), Rev. José Marrero (Español) Sermon Series: Rooted Week 4: The Company You Keep English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español Read our memory verse for this series: Colossians 2:6–7: So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. 1. We’re exploring together as a church family what it looks like to grow a deep faith that is “rooted” and able to resist the pressing diseases of our culture, which are so easy to catch. Our culture is anxious, angry, self-focused, bent on tearing people down, opinionated, broken, sin-saturated, grace lacking, and toxic. Which of these cultural diseases do you feel the pull of in your own life and heart? 2. The Old Testament book of Psalms was the prayer book of Jesus when he walked on earth. Read Psalm 1: Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, 2 but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. 3 That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers. 4 Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away. 5 Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous. 6 For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads to destruction. Describe the two different types of people that Psalm 1 says you could choose to hang out with? 3. Bill Willits wrote in his book, Creating Community: “Spiritual growth is a process of being changed into the likeness of Christ that includes our vertical relationship to God, and our horizontal relationships with one another. It is a process that moves us from dependence on ourself, to dependence on God, and inter-dependence on one another.” Do you agree that spiritual growth includes inter-dependence on one another? Explain that. 4. Our church believes community is important because relationships help our souls thrive and our spiritual roots grow deep. Even with the pandemic, COH currently has about 1,400 people connected in small groups. We don’t want to just be a church that has small groups; we want to be a church of small groups. What do we mean by that statement? 5. Even in this strange time where there are valid reasons not to hang out with others, we know community with other believers is essential. We saw this illustrated in the Olympics. Athletes admitted it was twice as hard to do their best at this Olympic games, because there was no audience to cheer them on and help them persevere. How does that relate to our “race” as Christians? 6. The Bible talks about our heavenly “cloud of witnesses” (Christians who went on to heaven before us, who are now cheering us on) in Hebrews 12:1-2: Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. This is an amazing and encouraging truth! But in addition to a heavenly cloud of witnesses, each of us needs an earthly cloud of witnesses. Who do you have here on earth to cheer you on and encourage you in your race of faith? 7. Psalm 1 indicates that everyone is already IN a group. It’s the company you keep, who has influence over you. Pastor Dale shared about a time when he let his friend talk him into pretending to steal his mom’s car and got into big trouble. Share about a time when you let the wrong kind of company influence you to make an unwise decision. P Diddy’s Four Assumptions about Relationships: · We have been created to live in relationship with one another. 8. Even God is not a loner. He exists in relationship. He is a Triune God – three persons who have existed in perfect, loving friendship with one another for all eternity. Because God made us in his image, we need relationships to flourish. An article from the Journal of Happiness Studies confirms this: “Using the tools of research to identify what makes human life flourish…when researchers look at what distinguishes happy people from less happy people, one factor consistently separates the two groups: It wasn’t how much money you have, not even your health, security, attractiveness, IQ, or career success…. It was and is the presence of rich, deep, joy-producing, life-changing, meaningful relationships.” What do you think of this idea? · Relational success is never guaranteed, nor is it natural, and so it must be learned. 9. Where did you learn about relationships? Who has been your model of how to do relationships? · The most important relational decision you will ever make is who you place around you. 10. Notice the progression in Psalm 1:1. It starting with walking, soon you’re standing, and before you know it you’re sitting – ever increasing levels of involvement with people that happen almost without thinking about it. People can easily move down an unwise path that leads to destruction and not even know how it happened. Look at verses 4-5. What are some results of hanging out with people whose life and thinking is out of sync with God and his ways? 11. What does the word “chaff” communicate? What is the Psalmist trying to say with that word? 12. When we pursue intentional community with others who delight in the Lord, it leads to a flourishing life. Look at Psalm 1:2–3 where the Psalmist describes this. What is that kind of life like? 13. In the era of homesteaders in America, the homesteaders who went to the Yellowstone area alone did not survive. There was only one group of homesteaders there who survived, and it was because they went together as a community of 27 families who supported and helped one another. Talk about the difference between braving that new territory alone vs. doing it as a community. · A relationship with Jesus Christ holds your best chance to experience a flourishing life. 14. We want to help you persevere in your relationship with Jesus Christ, and we believe being part of a group is one of the most important factors to do that. Go to communityofhope.church/groups and sign up to get connected to a group. We’ll help you find a group that fits you. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Groups Launch Season: If you’re not in a small group, we want to help you find one. We know it’s a weird season right now, so we are offering groups in-person and online. Everyone can pick what you're comfortable with. Don't let it keep you from signing up! We can get you into a group even if you decide you want to start a little later. We've got lots of new groups launching including a young adults group, a group for dads, and more. Just fill out the form at communityofhope.church/groups. Tell us what you are looking for, and we’ll get you connected! It’s that easy! · College Moms Prayer Group: If you're the mom of a college student or have a young adult child serving in the military, you're invited to join one of our College Moms Prayer Groups. We meet once a month throughout the school year to make care packages and pray for our college-age kids. Register here or on the Groups page on our website. · Moms Meet-up Group: Wednesdays, 9:30am at our West Campus. This is a place where moms of preschoolers can connect with other moms and grow in their parenting skills. Childcare provided. Invite a friend! Register at communityofhope.church/groups · If Gathering – Women’s Weekend is being postponed until October 15-16. All women ages 14 and up are invited to join us at the West Campus in Loxahatchee as we tune in to this global conference, hear from some of our nation’s best Christian speakers, and grow in our faith together as women. Cost is $25 and includes a continental breakfast, snacks, and all event costs. No childcare. Register at communityofhope.church/if · We need you! Community of Hope needs more people serving, especially on Sundays. Whether you took a break due to the pandemic or you’re new to serving, we invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-15-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1627587024094-0SSXZWYPCC5BSKBYO3O1/Rooted-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-15-2021 - Make it stand out 08-15-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West, East, and Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Rooted Week 3: Seeds and Soil English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. In this sermon series we’re exploring what it looks like to grow up in our faith. For all who believe that this life isn’t all there is, it makes sense to build your life around this truth. Consider the challenges in our world today as you read the following two verses. Talk about how these truths help you get through difficult seasons with your faith healthy and growing. · Revelation 21:3-4: And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.’ · Philippians 3:20-21: But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body. 2. Read our memory verse for this series: Colossians 2:6–7: So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. Note that the Christians faith starts with a seed. Today we’ll focus on how spiritual seeds take root and grow in our lives, and what we can do to help this process. 3. Read Luke 8:4-15: While a large crowd was gathering and people were coming to Jesus from town after town, he told this parable: 5 “A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the path; it was trampled on, and the birds ate it up. 6 Some fell on rocky ground, and when it came up, the plants withered because they had no moisture. 7 Other seed fell among thorns, which grew up with it and choked the plants. 8 Still other seed fell on good soil. It came up and yielded a crop, a hundred times more than was sown.” When he said this, he called out, “Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear.” 9 His disciples asked him what this parable meant. 10 He said, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of God has been given to you, but to others I speak in parables, so that, “‘though seeing, they may not see; though hearing, they may not understand.’ 11 “This is the meaning of the parable: The seed is the word of God. 12 Those along the path are the ones who hear, and then the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, so that they may not believe and be saved. 13 Those on the rocky ground are the ones who receive the word with joy when they hear it, but they have no root. They believe for a while, but in the time of testing they fall away. 14 The seed that fell among thorns stands for those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by life’s worries, riches and pleasures, and they do not mature. 15 But the seed on good soil stands for those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by persevering produce a crop. Jesus’s parable reveals four spiritual practices that help God’s truths take root and grow in your life. · Cultivate an open mind – See Luke 8:5 and Luke 8:12 4. Note that the farmer is lavishly throwing seed everywhere. This represents how God seeks to generously and lovingly reveal himself to everyone wherever they’re at. As you look back on your life before you gave it to Christ, what are some ways God revealed himself to you? 5. The hardened soil is a closed mind. The most important step toward spiritual growth is to open your mind and heart. If you start your day saying, “God I’m going to open my mind to let you show me some new truth or do something fresh in my life,” you’ll be able to keep growing. Share about an area where your understanding of God has changed or expanded in recent years. · Allocate time to listen – See Luke 8:6 and Luke 8:13 6. The shallow soil is a superficial mind. Richard Foster said, “Superficiality is the curse of our age, and if superficiality is our curse, then hurry pronounces the spell. Depth always comes slowly.” What did he mean by that? 7. We miss out on a lot that God has for us, when we don’t take time to stop and listen to what God wants to say to us through his Word, through prayer, through worship, through his creation, and through our church community. It’s worth it to build these things into our calendar. What ways and times have you found to be the most helpful for you to hear from God? Our new “Rooted” Curriculum is designed to help our people develop deeper roots in our faith. Consider doing this study with your small group! · Eliminate distractions – See Luke 8:7 and Luke 8:14 8. The weedy soil is the preoccupied life. Speaker and author Jim Collins in his book Good to Great writes about how “good” is often the enemy of “great”, and if we’re going to accomplish the most significant goals we have in life, we may have to put away lesser things for the one thing that’s most important. Are there currently any good but less important things in your life that God might want you to clear away, so you can focus on the most important things? · Cooperate with what God says – See Luke 8:8 and Luke 8:15 9. The good soil represents an open mind and a willing heart. What does it feel like to talk to someone who has a closed mind? 10. Read Proverbs 4:23: “Above all else, guard your heart – for it is the well-spring of life.” What are some ways to guard your heart? 11. What does it mean that our heart is the “well-spring of life”? 12. Consider trying this experiment. For the next 30 days, spend some time with God each day, and don’t leave that time without receiving an assignment from God. When you hear from God, make it a priority to complete that assignment. See what happens. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Connections Wednesdays, 7pm: This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected at COH and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith and what partnership involves. If you wish, at the end of the four weeks, you can become a Community of Hope partner, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The East Campus class starts on August 18. The next West Campus class starts in October. Both classes will be held in person, but you can also attend the class over Zoom. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/connections · Groups Launch Season: If you’re not in a small group, we want you to know that we offer three types of small groups at COH: o Community Groups provide an opportunity to experience friendship, Bible discussion, prayer and spiritual growth. These groups stay together for at least one school year - often longer - doing various Bible studies. They are the foundation of our church’s support and care network. o Support Groups help you get through a challenging season of life such as grief, divorce, mental illness, or recovery. These groups are open to anyone, whether you attend COH or not, so feel free to invite a friend! o Topical Groups are short-term groups that offer practical teaching in a specific area. You can meet in person or virtually, whatever you feel comfortable with. To get connected to a group, just fill out the form at communityofhope.church/groups · College Moms Prayer Group: If you're the mom of a college student or have a young adult child serving in the military, you're invited to join one of our College Moms Prayer Groups. We meet once a month throughout the school year to make care packages and pray for our college-age kids. Register here or on the Groups page on our website. · Moms Meet-up Group: Wednesdays, 9:30am at our West Campus. This is a place where moms of preschoolers can connect with other moms and grow in their parenting skills. Childcare provided. Invite a friend! Register at communityofhope.church/groups · If Gathering – Women’s Weekend: Friday, Sept. 17, 6-9pm & Saturday, Sept. 18, 8:30am-3pm All women ages 14 and up are invited to join us at the West Campus in Loxahatchee as we tune in to this global conference, hear from some of our nation’s best Christian speakers, and grow in our faith together as women. Cost is $25 and includes a continental breakfast, snacks, and all event costs. No childcare. Register at communityofhope.church/if · We need you! Community of Hope needs more people serving, especially on Sundays. Whether you took a break due to the pandemic or you’re new to serving, we invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-08-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-08-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1627587024094-0SSXZWYPCC5BSKBYO3O1/Rooted-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-08-2021 - Make it stand out 08-08-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West, East and Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Rooted Week 2: Coming of Age English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our memory verse from Paul’s letter to the Christians in Colossae, which is in modern day Turkey. Colossians 2:6–7: So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. 2. This sermon series is about how we grow spiritually. Pastor Dale said, “You can’t grow up until you grow down.” What did he mean by that? 3. Life requires deep roots, if you’re going to accomplish life goals that really matter – goals like a faithful marriage, thriving children, deep friendships, an honorable career, perseverance in ministry. What are some life goals that you couldn’t have reached – or some future life goals that you know you won’t reach – without deep roots in your Christian faith? Share about how deep-rooted faith makes a difference. 4. Deep spiritual roots are also essential to make it through uncertain, frightening and unclear times. Share about a time when your faith helped you get through a difficult season. Only living things which are deeply rooted have the potential to manifest the greatest value. 5. Read Galatians 4:12-19: I plead with you, brothers and sisters, become like me, for I became like you. You did me no wrong. 13 As you know, it was because of an illness that I first preached the gospel to you, 14 and even though my illness was a trial to you, you did not treat me with contempt or scorn. Instead, you welcomed me as if I were an angel of God, as if I were Christ Jesus himself. 15 Where, then, is your blessing of me now? I can testify that, if you could have done so, you would have torn out your eyes and given them to me. 16 Have I now become your enemy by telling you the truth? 17 Those people are zealous to win you over, but for no good. What they want is to alienate you from us, so that you may have zeal for them. 18 It is fine to be zealous, provided the purpose is good, and to be so always, not just when I am with you. 19 My dear children, for whom I am again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is formed in you… 6. The background to this letter to the Galatians is that Paul was defending the church against people who were trying to make Christianity something it was never meant to be. Judaizers were Jewish converts to Christianity who insisted that Gentile believers had to adopt Jewish customs and follow Jewish laws in order to be saved. Paul opposed this, because he knew the gospel is based on grace alone, not on keeping the law. Paul was the perfect person to tackle this problem, because he had personally tried the law route, and it didn’t work for him! What’s the problem with adding legalism and rule-keeping as ways to earn God’s favor? Paul pleads with them about two things: Become Like Me: (Galatians 4:12) 7. It may sound strange for Paul to ask them to become like him and to imitate him. Why can Paul say that? 8. Share about a time when you tried to teach someone how to master something, and you really wanted to help them get it right. What are some things you did to try to help them? Become Like Christ…Completely: (Galatians 4:19) 9. It’s so important to Paul that the Galatian Christians become fully formed – completely like Christ – that he “pleads” with them and even compares himself to a mother in the pain of childbirth. Why is this so urgent to Paul that they become completely Christlike? 10. Pastor Dale shared five questions that John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist renewal movement, asked in all of his small group gatherings: 1) Do you have faith in Christ alone? 2) Are you going on to perfection? 3) Do you expect to be made perfect in love in this life? 4) Are you striving after it? 5) Are you resolved to devote yourself wholly to God and his work? Go through these five questions and answer each one honestly for yourself. 11. Based on your answers to these questions, is there a next step you would like to take spiritually? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · Connections Wednesdays, 7pm: This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected at COH and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith and what partnership involves. If you wish, at the end of the four weeks, you can become a Community of Hope partner, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The West Campus class starts on August 11. The East Campus class starts on August 18. Both classes will be held in person, but you can also attend the class over Zoom. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/connections · Groups Launch Season: If you’re not in a small group, we want you to know that we offer three types of small groups at COH: o Community Groups provide an opportunity to experience friendship, Bible discussion, prayer and spiritual growth. These groups stay together for at least one school year - often longer - doing various Bible studies. They are the foundation of our church’s support and care network. o Support Groups help you get through a challenging season of life such as grief, divorce, mental illness, or recovery. These groups are open to anyone, whether you attend COH or not, so feel free to invite a friend! o Topical Groups are short-term groups that offer practical teaching in a specific area. To get connected to a group, just fill out the form at communityofhope.church/groups · College Moms Prayer Group: If you're the mom of a college student or have a young adult child serving in the military, you're invited to join one of our College Moms Prayer Groups. We meet once a month throughout the school year to make care packages and pray for our college-age kids. Register here or on the Groups page on our website. · Moms Meet-up Group: Wednesdays, 9:30am at our West Campus. This is a place where moms of preschoolers can connect with other moms and grow in their parenting skills. Childcare provided. Invite a friend! Register at communityofhope.church/groups · We need you! Community of Hope needs more people serving, especially on Sundays. Whether you took a break due to the pandemic or you’re new to serving, we invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · COH Has Job Openings! Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-01-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-08-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1627587024094-0SSXZWYPCC5BSKBYO3O1/Rooted-web.jpg Sermon Series - 08-01-2021 - Make it stand out 08-01-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West, East and Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Rooted Week 1: I’ve Got A Job To Do English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: What has been your favorite area to serve in at church, and why? 2. We’re starting a new series today called Rooted. The Bible often compares people to trees indicating that a healthy, growing Christian is like a flourishing, fruitful tree with deep roots. We’ll be teaching about some practical tools God has given to help us grow deeper spiritual roots. Read our theme verse for this series: Colossians 2:6-7: “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” What are some of the main factors that have helped you grow spiritually over the years? 3. The New Testament book of Ephesians was written by the Apostle Paul while he was under house arrest in Rome in about 62 A.D. He wrote it as a letter to a community of Christ-followers in Ephesus, a wealthy port city, whose economy was based on selling religious goods and services related to the goddess Artemis, who had a large temple dedicated to her there. About seven years prior to writing this letter, Paul had visited Ephesus and planted a church. Read what one of the Ephesian silversmiths said about Paul in Acts 19:26-27: “And you see and hear how this fellow Paul has convinced and led astray large numbers of people here in Ephesus and in practically the whole province of Asia. He says that gods made by human hands are no gods at all. There is danger not only that our trade will lose its good name, but also that the temple of the great goddess Artemis will be discredited; and the goddess herself, who is worshiped throughout the province of Asia and the world, will be robbed of her divine majesty.” What was this man’s concern? What does this show about his values? 4. Read Paul’s words in Ephesians 4:11-16: “So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. 14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. 16 From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.” 5. What do you notice in this passage about how God intended the church to work? 6. What is the job of pastors and leaders, based on this passage? 7. What is the job of the people in the church, according to this passage? 8. Our church uses the word “partner” rather than “member” for people who join our church. Consider what “membership” in a club or a store is like. With that in mind, why do you think we chose the word “partner” instead of “member”? How does the concept of church membership differ from church partnership? 9. Sometimes Christians have a “consumer mentality” about church. What do we mean by that? 10. What’s the problem with approaching your church experience like a consumer? When we serve, we grow. 11. If you’ve experienced spiritual growth while serving at your church, share about that with your group. When we serve, the church grows. Paul explains three results when Christians serve their church in their area of gifting: 1. The church becomes more united (v.13). 12. You may have noticed that generally the most critical, complaining people tend to be people on the sidelines who are not actually involved in the work. Why do you think that is? 2. The church becomes more stable (v.14). 13. Why does a church grow more stable, when everyone is serving in their area of gifting? 3. The church becomes more loving (v.16). 14. If you’ve experienced a growing love for others as you’ve served on a team at your church, share about that. 15. If you’re not currently serving at COH, you can learn more about how to get plugged in at: https://communityofhope.church/serve Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · We need you! – Community of Hope needs more people serving, especially on Sundays. Whether you took a break due to the pandemic or you’re new to serving, we invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · Please note that we’re cancelling our midweek activities at church this week – including “Who Needs God?” Summer Discussion Series, Student Ministries, and the Prayer Night - out of an abundance of caution due to some COVID cases that developed at youth camp this past week. · Connections Wednesdays, 7pm – This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected at COH and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith and what partnership involves. If you wish, at the end of the four weeks, you can become a Community of Hope partner, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The West Campus class starts on August 11. The East Campus class starts on August 18. Both classes will be held in person, but you can also attend the West Campus class over Zoom. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/connections · COH Has Job Openings! - Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go t https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-05-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-07-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1625255057271-3ZGDIQTYZFUW04BT1JP5/Speak-Lord-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-25-2021 - Make it stand out 07-25-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West, East and Online), Pastor José Marrero (Español) Sermon Series: Speak Lord Week 4: Expect A Comeback English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: Tell about a time when you got yourself in trouble because you forgot that someone was coming back soon. 2. Our theme verse for this series is 1 Samuel 3:9: “Speak Lord, for your servant is listening.” We’re learning to listen to what God is saying to us through His Word, the Bible, using our Word of God Speak reading plan and an acronym called S.O.A.P. This week’s sermon comes out Pastor Trevor’s journal from 1 Peter 1. S —> The Scripture he selected is: 1 Peter 1:13-16: Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. 14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; 16 for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” What do you notice in this Scripture? O —> The first part of Pastor Trevor’s Observation has to do with A call to hope (Jesus is coming) 3. What does 1 Peter 1:13-16 tell you about Jesus second coming? Why does his second coming bring hope? 4. According to Scripture, Jesus will come again in a sudden, visible, physical, and glorious manner. Talk about each of these qualifying words - what each word means and why each one is important. · Sudden · Visible · Physical · Glorious 5. Sincere Christ followers believe lots of different things regarding the details of the end times and the book of Revelation. Sometime people argue about these details, but at COH, this is what we call a non-essential. The essential for us is that Jesus is definitely coming back, and He wins. Read each of the following Scriptures, and talk about what you learn regarding Jesus’ second coming in each one: · John 14:3: “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” · Acts 1:9-11: After he said this, he was taken up before their very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight. 10 They were looking intently up into the sky as he was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. 11 “Men of Galilee,” they said, “why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.” · Matthew 24:42-44: “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. 43 But understand this: If the owner of the house had known at what time of night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into. 44 So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.” 6. Read 2 Peter 3:3-4: Above all, you must understand that in the last days scoffers will come, scoffing and following their own evil desires. They will say, “Where is this ‘coming’ he promised? Ever since our ancestors died, everything goes on as it has since the beginning of creation.” Even back in Peter’s day, people sometimes had doubts about Jesus’ second coming. What are some reasons why this can be difficult for people to believe? 7. What helps you believe in Jesus’ second coming? 8. N.T. Wright wrote: “In a world of systematic injustice, bullying, violence, arrogance, and oppression, the thought that there might come a day when the wicked are firmly put in their place and the poor and weak are given their due is the best news there can be.” What’s your response to this statement? 9. For those of us who have known and loved Jesus in this life, his appearing will be like meeting face-to-face someone you’ve only known through letters, phone calls, and e-mail. What do you imagine it will be like to meet Jesus face-to-face? O —> The 2nd part of Pastor Trevor’s Observation has to do with A call to likeness (Be holy) 10. Talk about some false ideas people sometimes have about holiness. 11. What is true holiness? A —> Pastor Trevor reminded us that Application is the best part of journaling. It’s when you ask, ”Holy Spirit, how do you want to apply this to my life?” Pastor Trevor’s application for this passage was: If we expect someone to come back, we live like they are coming back. 12. How would you live differently if you knew that Jesus was coming back in exactly one month? P —> In the Prayer step, we invite God to help us. Take time to pray together with your group, asking God to help you live a more holy life with ongoing awareness of Jesus’ second coming. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “connect” to 561-264-6079. · KOH Fam Jams – Our next KOH Fam Jam is Thursday, July 29th from 5:00-7:30pm at both our East and West Campuses. For just $3/person (maximum $15/family), Fam Jam includes dinner and fun activities to do together as a family. Bring a new family, and they get to eat for free! Register at https://communityofhope.church/summer · We need you! – Community of Hope needs more people serving, especially on Sundays. Whether you took a break due to the pandemic or you’re new to serving, we invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Learn more at our Ministry Fair after each service next Sunday, August 1st or go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English Stop in any time throughout the summer for Who Needs God? from Andy Stanley. It’s an opportunity to discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why it’s hard to believe and a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation or to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn’t have a church. "Deeper” for 4th-6th graders takes place at the same time on the West Campus. All are welcome – even if you haven’t attended yet! · Milestone Kindergarten – East and West Campus, Saturday, August 7, 3-4:30pm. If you have a child entering elementary school, this will equip you and your child for this next phase of life. Your child will receive their first “big kid” Bible, and we’ll discuss how to prepare for the opportunities and challenges of this season. Register at https://communityofhope.church/milestones · COH Has Job Openings! - Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-18-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-07-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1625255057271-3ZGDIQTYZFUW04BT1JP5/Speak-Lord-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-18-2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-11-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1625255057271-3ZGDIQTYZFUW04BT1JP5/Speak-Lord-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-11-2021 - Make it stand out 07-11-2021 Brandon Weaver (West and Online), Rev. Jose Marrero, (East) Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Speak Lord Week 2: Better English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our theme verse for this series - 1 Samuel 3:9: “Speak Lord, for your servant is listening.” What are some ways that God speaks to people? 2. This month, we’re learning to listen to what God is saying to us through His Word, the Bible. Last week, Jessica Stafford taught us from 1 Samuel 3: · God is already speaking to you, even before you know Him. · God wants you to recognize His voice. · God wants you to learn how to listen. Share an idea from last week’s message that was helpful for you personally. 3. We hope you tried out reading our church’s Word of God Speak, Part 3 Bible reading plan and the S.O.A.P. method this past week. If so, how did that go for you? What did you experience? What did you learn? 4. Read Hebrews 4:14-16: Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. 16 Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. 5. Whenever you start a new book of the Bible, it helps to first watch the video summary of that book at https://bibleproject.com/ - a free online resource. In less than 10 minutes, you can learn important background information that will give you context and help you better understand that book as you read it. The Bible Project points out that one of the themes of Hebrews is our natural tendency to drift off course spiritually. Hebrews is filled with warnings to pay attention and be careful so you don’t drift. If you’ve ever experienced how quickly a person tends to drift in the ocean, share about that with your group. 6. In life, it’s also easy to drift off course. It takes intentionality to stay anchored in your faith, rather than just relying on an experience you had with God many years ago. If you’ve discovered some things that help you keep your relationship with God fresh and alive, share that with your group. We have difficulty relating to the concept of a high priest, but to the Jews, this was a very important office, because he was the mediator between the people and God. The writer of Hebrews wants us to know that Jesus is better than the Old Testament high priests in several ways. · Jesus is better because he didn’t sin. 7. Jesus experienced our humanity, so he can empathize with us. But, in contrast to the Old Testament high priests, Jesus never sinned. Some people think that because he never sinned, Jesus doesn’t know what temptation is like for us. C. S. Lewis wrote about this in his book Mere Christianity: “A silly idea is current that good people do not know what temptation means. This is an obvious lie. Only those who try to resist temptation know how strong it is. After all, you find out the strength of the German army by fighting against it, not by giving in. You find out the strength of a wind by trying to walk against it, not by lying down. A man who gives in to temptation after five minutes simply does not know what it would have been like an hour later…. We never find out the strength of the evil impulse inside us until we try to fight it: and Christ, because He was the only man who never yielded to temptation, is also the only man who knows to the full what temptation means.” What do you think of what C.S. Lewis said? 8. The documentary film Free Solo is about Alex Honnold, the first person to scale the iconic nearly 3,000-foot granite wall known as El Capitan without using ropes or other safety gear. He climbed the peak in 3 hours and 56 minutes, even though the average time it takes for a climber with gear and a team is 4 to 6 days. So this was an impressive feat! But it was also crazy! There’s a better way to do rock climbing! You can use the equipment that’s designed to keep climbers safe and make it easier – ropes, anchors, a team, etc. And there’s a better way to do life than doing it solo! Use the equipment God has given you! Name some tools and equipment God has given us to help us do life well. 9. Unlike Alex Honnold, most rock climbers go with a team of people who help each other. In a similar way, God intends us to do our faith with a community of people. How has your small group helped you do life better than you would have on your own? · Jesus is better because he made total access to God possible for us. 10. In contrast to the Old Testament priestly system, where only one man could go into God’s presence one time per year, through Jesus we have constant access directly to God. What does that mean to you personally? · Jesus is better because He is God and He is in heaven. 11. The Old Testament high priest performed his ministry on earth in a temple that was just a copy or shadow of the actual place where Jesus ministers for us in the presence of His Father in Heaven. Read 1 Timothy 2:5-6a: “For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people.” What do you notice in this verse? What does it mean for Jesus to be a “mediator”? 12. Read Hebrews 4:16 again: “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” What enables us to approach God any time with confidence, in contract to the limitations people in the Old Testament had? Why is it different for us? 13. Share with your group about your personal experience of what Hebrews 4:16 describes. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English You’re welcome to stop in any time throughout the summer for Who Needs God? from Andy Stanley. It’s an opportunity to discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why it’s hard to believe and a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation or to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn’t have a church. "Deeper” for 4th-6th graders happens at the same time on the West Campus. · KOH Fam Jams – Our next KOH Fam Jam is Thursday, July 15th from 5:00-7:30pm at both our East and West Campuses. Fam Jam includes dinner and fun activities to do together as a family. Be sure to register at https://communityofhope.church/summer · Backpack & School Supplies Drive – We’re collecting backpacks filled with school supplies to give to foster children throughout our county, as well as to the families who visit COH campuses for our food distributions. This is a great serving project for families or small groups to do together! Bring the filled backpacks to church by July 23. Go to https://communityofhope.church/backpacks for the supply list. Learn more about the wonderful ministries that 4KIDS offers, at https://www.4kids.us/ Contact our Director of Missional Engagement, Stacey Willson at stacey@communityofhope.church if you have questions. · Milestone Kindergarten – East and West Campus, Saturday, August 7, 3-4:30pm. If you have a child entering elementary school, this will equip you and your child for this next phase of life. Your child will receive their first “big kid” Bible, and we’ll discuss how to prepare for the opportunities and challenges of this season. Register at https://communityofhope.church/milestones · We need you! – In order to start a 3rd service at COH, we need more people serving. We invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · COH Has Job Openings! - Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to you and to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-04-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-07-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1625255057271-3ZGDIQTYZFUW04BT1JP5/Speak-Lord-web.jpg Sermon Series - 07-04-2021 - Make it stand out 07-04-2021 Jessica Stafford, Exec. Director of Family Ministries (West, East, Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Speak Lord Week 1: Can You Hear Me Now? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: There are many ways to communicate with each other, like email, phone, text, video chat, in-person, etc. What’s your preferred way to communicate with friends and loved ones, and why? 2. Begin memorizing our theme verse for this sermon series - 1 Samuel 3:9: “Speak Lord, for your servant is listening.” 3. Read 1 Samuel 3:1-10: The boy Samuel ministered before the Lord under Eli. In those days the word of the Lord was rare; there were not many visions. 2 One night Eli, whose eyes were becoming so weak that he could barely see, was lying down in his usual place. 3 The lamp of God had not yet gone out, and Samuel was lying down in the house of the Lord, where the ark of God was. 4 Then the Lord called Samuel. Samuel answered, “Here I am.” 5 And he ran to Eli and said, “Here I am; you called me.” But Eli said, “I did not call; go back and lie down.” So he went and lay down. 6 Again the Lord called, “Samuel!” And Samuel got up and went to Eli and said, “Here I am; you called me.” “My son,” Eli said, “I did not call; go back and lie down.” 7 Now Samuel did not yet know the Lord: The word of the Lord had not yet been revealed to him. 8 A third time the Lord called, “Samuel!” And Samuel got up and went to Eli and said, “Here I am; you called me.” Then Eli realized that the Lord was calling the boy. 9 So Eli told Samuel, “Go and lie down, and if he calls you, say, ‘Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.’” So Samuel went and lay down in his place. 10 The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, “Samuel! Samuel!” Then Samuel said, “Speak, for your servant is listening.” God is already speaking to you. 4. Notice in verse 7 that “Samuel did not yet know the Lord,” and yet God was already trying to speak to him. God pursues people even before they begin a relationship with Him. Look back at your life before you were a Christian. What are some ways you now recognize that God was pursuing you and speaking to you in that season? 5. God has many ways of speaking to us. Generally it’s not an audible voice like Samuel heard. Most often God speaks to us through the Bible. Read Hebrews 4:12: “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” What does the writer of Hebrews mean here? If you’ve experienced what he describes, share about that. 6. Even though Scripture is thousands of years old, God uses it to communicate up-to-date, relevant messages to each one of us. If you’ve ever experienced God speaking a specific, personal message for your life as you were reading the Bible, share about that. 7. Sometimes we want God’s guidance for a specific life situation, so we ask him to tell us what to do. It’s possible that God is already trying to communicate to us about that situation, but he’s waiting for us to listen. Pastor and author Rick Warren said, “Stop waiting for a voice, and start looking for a verse.” What did he mean by that? God wants you to recognize His voice. 8. There are lots of voices competing for our attention. Jesus said in John 10:27: “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” How can we become more familiar with Jesus’ voice, so we can better discern whether it’s Jesus speaking to us, or whether it might be just our own inner critic or some other voice? 9. At times God’s voice is convicting, but it never condemns you as a person or makes you feel hopeless. If it’s his voice, you’ll get specific direction about what you can do to make something right. Paul speaks about this in 2 Corinthians 7:10: “Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death.” Paul uses the expression “worldly sorrow” to describe negative voices that are from a source other than God and lead us down a path of deep discouragement or even death. What are some potential sources of voices like that? 10. Steven Furtick says, “The voice you believe will determine the future you experience.” What did he mean by that? God wants you to learn how to listen. Eli taught Samuel how to hear God’s voice. It helps us hear God if we have a plan and a place. Rather than flipping open a Bible and pointing your finger to decide what to read, our church reading plan helps you read Scripture passages in their context. We invite you to join your church family throughout this coming month, using our “Word of God Speak, Part 3” reading plan, which you can find on the YouVersion Bible App or on our website: https://communityofhope.church/bible. 11. Describe your favorite place to read your Bible and listen to God. 12. The SOAP Process: To avoid missing God’s voice, it helps to write what you “hear” in a notebook or journal. Our COH SOAP acronym, stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. The most important part of this is the Application step, where you ask, “Lord, how do you want to apply this to my life?” Ask this question, and then stop and listen quietly to whatever God says, writing in a notebook or journal whatever comes to your mind. Why is it helpful to write this down, rather than just thinking it in your head? 13. Some days you’ll have an amazing experience of God speaking to you. But other times, it may feel kind of ordinary. Just like with healthy eating and exercise, you may not notice results right away. But if you’re faithful with it over time, you’ll experience positive changes in your life. Share with your group how listening to God’s voice in the Bible has impacted your life. 14. Consider what a privilege it is that God, the creator of the universe and author of all wisdom, wants to speak to you personally. Jessica shared the following quotation from the book Taking God At His Word: “Sticking with the Scriptures may seem like a light thing now, but we will feel the weight of it someday. There will come a time when it will be shown whether our lives were founded upon trivialities or realities.... So let us not weaken in our commitment to our unbreakable Bible... God has spoken, and through that revelation he still speaks.” What’s the point of this quotation? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English You’re welcome to stop in any time throughout the summer for this 6-week series where you can discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why it’s hard to believe. Each week includes video teaching from Andy Stanley followed by table discussion that’s designed as a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation or to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn’t have a church. "Deeper” for 4th-6th graders happens simultaneously on the West Campus. ­­­­­­ · Kids of Hope Daytime Summer Fun – Join us on Wednesday, July 7th for crazy games and a picnic on the West Campus porch from 11am-1pm. No registration required. · KOH Fam Jams – Our next KOH Fam Jam is Thursday, July 15th from 5:00-7:30pm at either our East or our West Campus. Fam Jam includes dinner and fun activities to do as a family. Be sure to register at https://communityofhope.church/summer · Backpack & School Supplies Drive – We’re collecting backpacks filled with school supplies to give to foster children throughout our county, as well as to the families who visit COH campuses for our food distributions. This is a great serving project for families or small groups to do together! Bring the filled backpacks to church by July 23. Go to https://communityofhope.church/backpacks for the supply list. Learn more about the wonderful ministries that 4KIDS offers, at https://www.4kids.us/ Contact our Director of Missional Engagement, Stacey Willson at stacey@communityofhope.church if you have questions. · We need you! – In order to start a 3rd service at COH, we need more people serving. We invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · COH Has Job Openings! - Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Hurricane Preparation – Hurricane season has arrived. If you would be willing to help people prepare their home for a severe storm, register for our Hurricane Preparation Team at https://communityofhope.church/missions · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! Consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-27-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-06-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1622822934941-QCZXM0VLPXDJKFWS9THF/Unity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-27-2021 - Make it stand out 06-27-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West, East & Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Unity Week 4: Clashing Clothing English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Icebreaker: Name one of your favorite things about the 80’s. 2. Read our theme verse for this sermon series, Ephesians 4:3 – “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” · Jesus said that our unity is how the world will know that He is God’s Son. · Pastor and author Tony Evans said, “Jesus did not come to take sides; he came to take over.” · Theologian and missionary E. Stanley Jones said, “Talk about what you believe, and you have disunity. Talk about Whom you believe in, and you have unity.” In this sermon series, we’ve talked about some things currently causing disunity in our world, even among Christians: COVID, race, politics, sexual identity, and different views of what freedom is. As we close out this series, and as you consider the above words, what thoughts come to your mind? 2. Last week Pastor Dale pointed out a metaphor Biblical authors often use. The Apostle Paul urges us in Colossians to “put on” godly moral attributes like we put on clothing. Today we’re talking about the second half of how we live in unity in the Body of Christ – by “putting off” certain things. Read Ephesians 4:17-32: So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. 18 They are darkened in their understanding and separated from the life of God because of the ignorance that is in them due to the hardening of their hearts. 19 Having lost all sensitivity, they have given themselves over to sensuality so as to indulge in every kind of impurity, and they are full of greed. 20 That, however, is not the way of life you learned 21 when you heard about Christ and were taught in him in accordance with the truth that is in Jesus. 22 You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; 23 to be made new in the attitude of your minds; 24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. 25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. 26 “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27 and do not give the devil a foothold. 28 Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need. 29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. 31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. 32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. 3. Just as it doesn’t work to put on new clothes over old clothes, we can’t really put on godly characteristics until we first “put off” some things in our lives. List the things that the Apostle Paul says to put off, and talk about what each one means. Put Off Outrage: 4. Outrage has become common lately. Stirring up outrage is actually a way to make money in today’s world. What causes people to feel outrage? 5. Ed Stetzer, Dean of the Ministry and Leadership School at Wheaton College, wrote in his book Christians in the Age of Outrage: “The age of outrage has succeeded in trapping Christians by wrapping itself in one very appealing lie... that MY anger is righteous anger.” Pastor Trevor pointed out that “Righteous anger has to be righteous.” What did he mean by that? Consider the current type of outrage sometimes being expressed by Christians. Name some ways it is not in line with biblical righteousness. 6. Read James 1:19-20 - “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” What do you notice in these verses? What is James saying here? 7. Pastor Trevor said anger may feel good in the moment, but it is not your friend. What did he mean by that? Put Off Harmful Speech: 8. Read the following words of Jesus about our speech, then talk about them with your group. · Matthew 12:36 – “Everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken.” · Luke 12:3 – “What you have said in the dark will be heard in the daylight, and what you have whispered in the ear in the inner rooms will be proclaimed from the roofs.” 9. One tip for avoiding harmful speech is to imagine that the person is present with you before you speak or write anything. What difference would it make if you did that? Put Off Relational Rifts: 10. Note in Ephesians 4:26-27 above that Paul indicates it’s not a sin to feel angry; but when we let anger linger in us, it’s like letting the devil set up a base in our backyard. What is it about anger that causes it to give the devil a foothold in a person’s life? 11. Read Romans 12:18 – “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” What does this verse add to your understanding of how to live in unity? 12. Read Psalm 133:1-2 - “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity. It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down on the collar of his robe.” If you’ve experienced what it feels like to reconcile with someone after a time of division or tension in your relationship, what was that like? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English A 6-week series where you can discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why it’s hard to believe. With video teaching from Andy Stanley and table discussion designed as a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation and to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn't attend church. "Deeper" for 4th-6th graders will be offered simultaneously on the West Campus. Register at https://communityofhope.church/whoneedsgod or just show up for any of the 6 sessions. ­­­­­­ · Kids of Hope Summer Fun – Join us for this year’s summer activities for pre-school and elementary families! We have daytime “Kids of Hope Around Town” outings, as well as evening Fam Jams! Our first Fam Jam is this coming Thursday, July 1st from 5-7:30pm at either our East or our West Campus. Fam Jam includes dinner and fun activities to do as a family. Register and get more info at https://communityofhope.church/summer · We need you! – In order to start a 3rd service at COH, we need more people serving. We invite you to join a serving team that fits you. Go to https://communityofhope.church/serve · COH Has Job Openings! - Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Hurricane Preparation – Hurricane season has arrived. If you would be willing to help people prepare their home for a severe storm, register for our Hurricane Preparation Team at https://communityofhope.church/missions · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! As summer approaches, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent, even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-20-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1622822934941-QCZXM0VLPXDJKFWS9THF/Unity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-20-2021 - Make it stand out 06-20-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West, East & Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Unity Week 3: Dress Code English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Practice our theme verse for this sermon series, Ephesians 4:3 – “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” 2. This series is meant to be sort of a “family meeting” for our church to discuss how we can better live into Jesus’ desire for His Church be united so we can be salt and light in the world. Unfortunately, unchurched people don’t always have a positive picture of what Christians are like. If you’ve ever seen the media portray Christians in a way that made you wince, share about that. 3. In week 1 of this series, we spoke about why unity is important. It was one of the last things our Lord Jesus prayed for before He died. In week 2, we began to consider what it would look like, if Jesus’ Church made more of an effort to live in unity. This week, we’ll talk about how to do this. Share one idea from this series so far that has been helpful for you personally. 4. When Jesus and the Apostle Paul urge us to live in unity, they’re not asking for pretense, nor are they asking for uniformity. They’re asking us to do something that we can only do with God’s power. Tell your group briefly about a situation in your own life – past or present – where you know God wants you to make an effort to live in more unity, but it’s difficult to do that in your own strength. Pray together for God’s help in this. 5. Read Paul’s words in Colossians 3:12-17 (NIV) – “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Then read Colossians 3:12-17 in The Message paraphrase written by Eugene Peterson – “So, chosen by God for this new life of love, dress in the wardrobe God picked out for you: compassion, kindness, humility, quiet strength, discipline. Be even-tempered, content with second place, quick to forgive an offense. Forgive as quickly and completely as the Master forgave you. And regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It’s your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it. Let the peace of Christ keep you in tune with each other, in step with each other. None of this going off and doing your own thing. And cultivate thankfulness. Let the Word of Christ—the Message—have the run of the house. Give it plenty of room in your lives. Instruct and direct one another using good common sense. And sing, sing your hearts out to God! Let every detail in your lives—words, actions, whatever—be done in the name of the Master, Jesus, thanking God the Father every step of the way.” What thoughts or questions come to your mind as you read this passage? 6. Jesus made it clear that His followers must be willing to give up their personal freedom at times. Why do Christians in America struggle with the idea of giving up our personal freedoms? 7. On the internet, we often observe a vocal minority trying to convince others that they are in the moral center and are in a position to judge everyone else. Why isn’t the internet the best place to influence people toward your opinion? It’s not just our freedoms that matter, it also matters that we take seriously our responsibilities. Notice what Paul says about our responsibilities in Colossians 3: We’re responsible for what we wear – Colossians 3:12: 9. Talk about each of the character qualities that Paul says we should wear and how each one would impact the unity of a group of Christ-followers. We’re responsible for who we become – Colossians 3:13: 10. What does it mean to “bear with” others? 11. How would an ongoing commitment to forgive each other and bear with one another impact our relationships? We’re responsible for how we’re remembered – Colossians 3:14: 12. Read verse 14 again and consider how your day-to-day habits with regard to love and unity will impact how people remember you after you leave this earth. What do you want people to remember you for? 13. Our daily decisions and practices gradually solidify us into a certain kind of person. Given how you want to be remembered, is there anything you need to change with regard to your current practice of living out love and unity? Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English A 6-week series where you can discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why it’s hard to believe. With video teaching from Andy Stanley and table discussion designed to provide a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation or to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn't attend church. "Deeper" for 4th-6th graders will be offered simultaneously on the West Campus. Register at https://communityofhope.church/whoneedsgod or just show up! ­­­­­­ · Kids of Hope Summer Fun – Join us for this year’s summer activities for pre-school and elementary families! We have daytime “Kids of Hope Around Town” outings, as well as evening “Fam Jams” planned for you! This week on Wednesday, June 23, we’ll be at the fountains at Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach from 10-11:30 a.m. Popsicles will be provided! No registration required. Also, don’t miss our first Fam Jam at 5pm on Thursday, July 1st. Join us with your family from 5-7:30pm for fun and dinner at either our East or our West Campus. Register and get more info at https://communityofhope.church/summer · Hurricane Preparation – Hurricane season has arrived. If you would be willing to help people prepare their home for a severe storm, register for our Hurricane Preparation Team at https://communityofhope.church/missions · Care Portal Response Team – If you want to be part of supporting vulnerable families in our area, come next Sunday, June 27 at 10:30am to room 104 to learn how you can do that. · COH Has Job Openings! - Learn more at https://communityofhope.church/employment · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! As summer approaches, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent, even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-13-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-06-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1622822934941-QCZXM0VLPXDJKFWS9THF/Unity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-13-2021 - Make it stand out 06-13-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West, East & Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Unity Week 2: Jail Time English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our memory verse for this sermon series, Ephesians 4:3 – “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” What does “unity of the Spirit” mean to you? Share your thoughts. 2. Read the following portion of the last prayer Jesus prayed while he was with the disciples: John 17:20-21 – “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, 21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. Do you think this prayer of Jesus has been answered? Why or why not? 3. In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, he is reminding them of Jesus’ prayer for unity and how we can live in unity. Read Ephesians 4:1-7 “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. 7 But to each one of us grace has been given as Christ apportioned it.” What stands out to you in these verses of scripture? 4. Pastor Dale mentioned the things that are required for an explosion: Fuel, a spark and containment. He used that analogy to describe some ‘hot’ issues that seem to keep us from being united in the Body of Christ. Do you think that is a helpful analogy? Explain your answer. 5. Pastor Dale talked about a few topics or issues in our current culture that have served as fuel and sparks for an explosion that disrupts Christian unity: COVID, Race, Politics, & Sexual Identity. Remembering that our focus is about unity, would you agree that these topics have been fuel for disunity with other Christians you are in relationship with? How can Christians be ‘salt & light’ and have constructive conversations about these topics? 6. Another ‘spark’ Pastor Dale mentioned is Freedom. He said: “We have a Bill of Rights – should we also have a ‘Bill of Responsibility’?” What do you think he means by that? 7. One more ‘spark’ Dale mentioned is ‘Our Own Stuff’. If you are willing, share what breaks the unity of your spirit. What is the ‘stuff’ in your life that flavors how you respond to the conversations you enter into online or in person? 8. Review Ephesians 4:2-3 As followers of Christ, we are required to be completely humble and gentle, and to make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. What does that mean in a practical sense – for our social media posts, our conversations, and our prayer life? 9. In Ephesians 4:1, Paul uses the term “As a prisoner for the Lord”. Dale explained that he was actually describing a relationship as one who had been a slave, but had been set free, yet chooses to continue to be in service to his master. Dale says Paul is looking for cell mates! Why is this an important perpective to keep in mind as it relates to our responsibility to maintain unity? 10. Jesus was silent before his accusers. Why is this fact important to remember as we consider what to post on social media or how we react to conversations we are involved with regarding the topics or issues that can potentially spark and explosion that destroys unity? 11. If you are willing, invite those with you now to pray as Jesus prayed, for the Body of Christ to live in unity, as one. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English A 6-week series where you can discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why some don't believe. With video teaching from Andy Stanley and table discussion designed to provide a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation or to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn't attend church. ("Deeper" for 4th-6th graders will be offered simultaneously on the West Campus only.) Register at https://communityofhope.church/whoneedsgod · Kids of Hope Summer Fun – Join us for this year’s summer activities for pre-school and elementary families! We have daytime “Kids of Hope Around Town” outings, as well as evening “Fam Jams” planned for you! More info at https://communityofhope.church/summer · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! As summer approaches, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent, even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-06-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-06-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1622822934941-QCZXM0VLPXDJKFWS9THF/Unity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 06-06-2021 - Make it stand out 06-06-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West & Online), Dr. E. Dale Locke (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Unity Week 1: Family Meeting English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our memory verse for this sermon series, Ephesians 4:3 – “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Why does take “effort” to keep unity, even within a group of Christians? 2. Our country needs unity. Americans increasingly don’t like each other. According to a November 2018 Axios poll, 54% of Republicans believe that the Democratic Party is spiteful, while 61% of Democrats believe the Republican Party is racist, bigoted, or sexist. Approximately one-fifth of both Republicans and Democrats consider the opposing party ‘evil.’ A Pew Research poll from 2016 found both parties largely felt the other was close-minded and generally unfavorable. This divisiveness is seeping into the church. Timothy Dalrymple, President of Christianity Today said: “One group within American evangelicalism believes our religious liberties have never been more firmly established; another that they have never been at greater risk. One group believes racism is still systemic in American society; another that the “systemic racism” push is a progressive program to redistribute wealth and power to angry radicals. One is more concerned with the insurrection at the Capitol; another with the riots that followed the killing of George Floyd. One believes the Trump presidency was generationally damaging to Christian witness; another that it was enormously beneficial. One believes the former president attempted a coup; another that the Democrats stole the election. One believes masks and vaccines are marks of Christian love; another that the rejection of the same is a mark of Christian courage.” Even within our own church, our pastors have been observing this. They see feelings of outrage and disgust are growing, people’s enemies lists are growing, and in conversations with our people about how our church leadership is trying to navigate these divisive issues, it seems like each person believes the pastors are only listening to the other side of the issue. What do these symptoms point to? 3. Read the prayer that Jesus prayed on the night before his death – John 17:20-26 – “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, 21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one—23 I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me. 24 “Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, and to see my glory, the glory you have given me because you loved me before the creation of the world. 25 “Righteous Father, though the world does not know you, I know you, and they know that you have sent me. 26 I have made you known to them, and will continue to make you known in order that the love you have for me may be in them and that I myself may be in them.” Why is Christian unity so important, according to this passage? 4. What might the disciples have expected Jesus to pray for at that time? 5. One of the misunderstandings about unity is that it means total agreement. How is Christian unity different from total agreement? 6. Another misunderstanding Christians have is that we achieve unity by “canceling” the people we disagree with. What’s wrong with that approach? 7. It’s tempting to hate people who think differently than we do. Why isn’t it an option for Christ followers to hate anyone, even if they represent a viewpoint we feel strongly opposed to? 8. What is the “better way” that Jesus offers regarding people we disagree with? 9. Read the following Scriptures, and then discuss what they teach about biblical unity. · Jeremiah 32:39 – “I will give them singleness of heart and action, so that they will always fear me and that all will then go well for them and for their children after them.” · 2 Chronicles 30:12 – “Also in Judah the hand of God was on the people to give them unity of mind to carry out what the king and his officials had ordered, following the word of the Lord.” · Acts 4:32 – “All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had.” 10. Sometimes parents order their children to “just stop fighting and get along!” But Jesus isn’t doing that. He bases his prayer for our unity on the Trinity itself. How is the Trinity a good model of the kind of oneness that Jesus wants to see in His Church? 11. Jesus’ prayer for unity in His Church is still unanswered. How do you feel when you pray for something that really matters to you, and it doesn’t happen as you had hoped? 12. Disunity grieves Jesus. Read Ephesians 4:30 – “And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” Take a few minutes to pray together as a group about the things our pastors talked about in this sermon. Ready for your next step? – If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Our next Connections Class starts Monday, June 7 - Mondays 7:00-8:15pm in-person at the West Campus and simultaneously online. Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. At the end of the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English A 6-week series where you can discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why some don't believe. With video teaching from Andy Stanley and table discussion designed to provide a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation or to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn't attend church. Invite a friend! Register at https://communityofhope.church/whoneedsgod ­­­­­­ · Kids of Hope Summer Fun – Join us for this year’s summer activities for pre-school and elementary families! We have daytime “Kids of Hope Around Town” outings, as well as evening “Fam Jams” planned for you! More info at https://communityofhope.church/summer · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! As summer approaches, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent, even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-30-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-06-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1621183831192-J0M5T9CRP2HCWTQBVCHR/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-30-2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-23-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-05-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1618328117340-BGDHHX2JZGJ3GJB06KS9/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-23-2021 - Make it stand out 05-23-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Mistaken Identity Week 7: Anti-Ask god English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our memory verse for this sermon series, which reminds us that to get the best picture of what God is like, we look at Jesus - Hebrews 1:3: “The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.” This week we’re looking at “Anti-Ask god.” 2. Some Christians think God doesn’t want us to ask questions, express doubt, or need evidence. If you’ve ever had any of these ideas about Christianity, tell why you thought that. Problematic Idea: You’re not supposed to ask questions – to do so shows God disrespect. Good Christians “just believe”. 3. Richard Dawkins, an atheist who wrote The God Delusion, said: “One of the truly bad effects of religion is that it teaches us that it is a virtue to be satisfied with not understanding.” Where did he get this idea? What’s wrong with it? Disclaimer: We’re NOT saying it doesn’t take faith! 4. Read Jesus’ words to Thomas in John 20:29 – “Then Jesus told him, ‘Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.’” Is Jesus indicating here that it’s wrong for people to ask questions or need evidence? Explain. 5. Read Hebrews 11:6 – “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” What is this verse saying? 6. Faith won’t be required in heaven, because when we get there, we will have certainty. Until then, we do live by faith. However, there’s a difference between living by faith and checking our minds at the door. Explain that difference. 7. Read Matthew 22:34-40 – “Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. 35 One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: 36 ‘Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?’ 37 Jesus replied: ‘”Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.” 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 And the second is like it: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” 40 All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.’” What do you notice about today’s topic in this passage? 8. How does a person love God with their mind? How do you personally seek to love God with your mind? 9. Tim Tennent, President of Asbury Seminary, says some Christians are “fools on fire” and others are “scholars on ice.” But at Asbury, their goal is for their graduates to be “scholars on fire.” What did he mean by that? 10. At COH, we believe there doesn’t have to be a conflict between faith and science. Why do some people think there is a conflict between faith and science? 11. Nicolas Copernicus (1542) and Galileo Galilei (1632) were among the first scientists to suggest that the earth is a sphere and that it rotates around the sun. Christian leaders accused them of heresy because of their interpretation of Scriptures like: · Psalm 104:5 – “He set the earth on its foundations; it can never be moved.” · Isaiah 45:6 – “…the rising of the sun, to the place of its setting…” They felt these Scripture clearly taught the earth was flat and didn’t move. What can we learn from this true story that might help us today? 12. The Bible is true and timeless, but we need to remember that our interpretation of the Bible is not infallible. What do we mean by that statement, and why is this important? 13. What are some things Christians can do to help intellectual people find Christ? 14. While our mind is important, it’s not enough. The Christian faith also requires that we engage our heart and soul. Once a person has gathered evidence and asked their faith questions, what do they need to do to begin a relationship with Christ? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Baby Bottle Boomerang: We are partnering with First Care Women’s Clinic who have been helping women facing crisis pregnancies to choose life for their unborn babies for over 35 years. Last year 203 babies were saved! First Care has clinic locations throughout Palm Beach County including a virtual Telehealth clinic. After the service on May 9 & 16, you can pick-up a bottle from Janet Ratty in the lobby. Fill up the bottle with a check, cash, or coins. Please return your bottle on May 23 to support this wonderful ministry! · Our next Connections Class starts Monday, June 7 - Mondays 7:00-8:15pm in-person at the West Campus and simultaneously online. Connections is a 4-week class on how to live the Christian life, and it’s also the best way to get more connected at Community of Hope. You’ll learn about our church’s mission, values, and statement of faith. At the end of the four weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to become a Community of Hope partner, if you wish, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Milestone High School for parents – on Zoom: May 24th | 7pm - 8pm Parents of current 8th graders who will be entering high school in the Fall, don’t forfeit your influence now! This one-time session will equip you to have important conversations with your student about technology, health, sexuality, and faith in a fun and significant way. Register at https://communityofhope.church/milestones · Milestone Middle School West: June 2, 9, 16, 23 | 6:30-8:00pm East: June 1, 8, 15, 22 | 6:30-8:00pm A 4-week class for parents and your student who is going into 6th grade in the Fall. The students will learn about what it means to be a fully devoted follower of Christ and a partner at Community of Hope. This stepping stone in your child’s faith journey is our version of the traditional confirmation class and will help your student transition from children’s ministry to student ministry. Parents, you’ll be equipped and given resources to have important conversations with your pre-teen. This class will meet for parents and students during COH Students at each campus. Register at https://communityofhope.church/milestones · Who Needs God? Summer Discussion Series West: Tuesday, June 29- August 3, 7-8:30pm – English only East: Wednesday, June 30-August 4, 7-8:30pm – Spanish and English A 6-week series where you can discuss faith questions, doubts and reasons why some don't believe. With video teaching from Andy Stanley and table discussion designed to provide a safe place to deepen your own faith foundation or to invite a friend who struggles with faith or doesn't attend church. ("Deeper" for 4th-6th graders will be offered simultaneously on the West Campus only.) Register at https://communityofhope.church/whoneedsgod ­­­­­­ · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! As summer approaches, consider setting up automated giving to help you be consistent, even when you’re traveling. To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-16-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-05-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1621183831192-J0M5T9CRP2HCWTQBVCHR/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-16-2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-09-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-05-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1618328117340-BGDHHX2JZGJ3GJB06KS9/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-09-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston, Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Mistaken Identity Week 5: Angry god English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our memory verse for this sermon series, which tells us how to get the most true picture of what God is like - Hebrews 1:3: “The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.” This Sunday we celebrated Mother’s Day. Share a little about your own mother or a significant mother figure in your life if you wish. This week we’re looking at what we call “Angry god.” 2. Is there a difference between what you believe about God intellectually (in your head) as opposed to what you believe about God in your “gut”? Talk about that. Problematic Idea: God is angry at sinners. 3. Pastor Trevor talked about how many people go through life believing that God is angry and vengeful. This belief tends to cause people to live in fear of God, which eventually leads to feelings of disdain, distrust and even rejection of God. Have you ever been in that mindset that God is angry with you for something you have done or not done? Share about that, and talk about where you think that mindset came from. Disclaimer: We’re NOT saying sin isn’t serious! 4. While many in the world will teach that sin doesn’t really matter to God, especially when referring to our own sin, the Word of God tells us differently. Read Hebrews 9:22 "In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness." Now read Romans 6:23 “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus.” What do you glean from these passages about how God feels about sin? 5. Read Romans 1:18 “The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of people, who suppress the truth by their wickedness.” What does the word ‘wrath’ mean in your mind? 6. Christian author and theologian Miroslav Volf grew up in war torn Yugoslavia before migrating to America. He witnessed many atrocities of ethnic cleansing, genocide and destruction, which caused him to conclude that he would have to rebel against a God who wasn’t wrathful at the evil cruelties and injustices that go on in the world. He stated: “God isn’t wrathful in spite of being love. God is wrathful because God is love.” What did he mean by that? Consider that God’s wrath is actually his grief about sin. The truth is that God hates sin, but he LOVES sinners! 7. Read Luke 15: 1-2, 11-24 “Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. And the Pharisees and the scribes grumbled, saying, “This man receives sinners and eats with them.”…” 11 And he said, “There was a man who had two sons. 12 And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.’ And he divided his property between them. 13 Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took a journey into a far country, and there he squandered his property in reckless living. 14 And when he had spent everything, a severe famine arose in that country, and he began to be in need. 15 So he went and hired himself out to[a] one of the citizens of that country, who sent him into his fields to feed pigs. 16 And he was longing to be fed with the pods that the pigs ate, and no one gave him anything. 17 “But when he came to himself, he said, ‘How many of my father's hired servants have more than enough bread, but I perish here with hunger! 18 I will arise and go to my father, and I will say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you. 19 I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Treat me as one of your hired servants.”’ 20 And he arose and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him. 21 And the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’[b] 22 But the father said to his servants,[c] ‘Bring quickly the best robe, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet. 23 And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate. 24 For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.’ And they began to celebrate. 8. In verses 1 & 2, can you tell how the religious leaders of Jesus’ day felt about sinners? How does this differ dramatically from the point Jesus is making in this parable about how God feels about sinners? 9. In Jesus’ day, the treatment of the son towards his father in asking for his share of the inheritance was insulting and hurtful (verse 12). Do you think the father hated his son or his son’s sin? Do you think God hates sinners or sins? 10. Pastor Trevor calls that moment described in verses 15 – 17 a “Pig Pen Moment.” Read those verses again, and share a time in your life when you have found yourself in a particular circumstance because of bad choices and finally ‘came to yourself’. 11. Re-read verses 20-24. How is the father’s response to his retuning son like our heavenly Father when we turn toward Him? 12. Read John 8:2-11 2 Early in the morning he came again to the temple. All the people came to him, and he sat down and taught them. 3 The scribes and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in adultery, and placing her in the midst 4 they said to him, “Teacher, this woman has been caught in the act of adultery. 5 Now in the Law, Moses commanded us to stone such women. So what do you say?” 6 This they said to test him, that they might have some charge to bring against him. Jesus bent down and wrote with his finger on the ground. 7 And as they continued to ask him, he stood up and said to them, “Let him who is without sin among you be the first to throw a stone at her.” 8 And once more he bent down and wrote on the ground. 9 But when they heard it, they went away one by one, beginning with the older ones, and Jesus was left alone with the woman standing before him. 10 Jesus stood up and said to her, “Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?” 11 She said, “No one, Lord.” And Jesus said, “Neither do I condemn you; go, and from now on sin no more. Talk about Jesus’ instructions to the woman in verse 11. Is he angry with her? Explain your response. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Parenting Seminar: Thursday, May 13 @7:30 on Zoom Navigating technology with kids and teens is HARD and it's always changing. As parents, it is our responsibility to teach our kids to navigate technology in a way that is healthy and balanced. Join us for a practical evening of teaching for parents of kids and teens of all ages. It is never too early or too late to start! Register on our events page. · Baby Bottle Boomerang: We are partnering with First Care Women’s Clinic who have been helping women facing crisis pregnancies to choose life for their unborn babies for over 35 years. Last year 203 babies were saved! First Care has clinic locations throughout Palm Beach County including a virtual Telehealth clinic. After the service on May 9 & 16, you can pick-up a bottle from Janet Ratty in the lobby. Fill up the bottle with a check, cash, or coins. Please return your bottle on May 23 to support this wonderful ministry! · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-02-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1618328117340-BGDHHX2JZGJ3GJB06KS9/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 05-02-2021 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-25-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-04-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1618328117340-BGDHHX2JZGJ3GJB06KS9/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-25-2021 04-25-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Mistaken Identity Week 3: Genie in a Bottle god English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our memory verse for this sermon series, which tells us how to get the most true picture of what God is like - Hebrews 1:3: “The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.” Our goal in this series is to expose some ideas about God that may not be accurate. An incorrect picture of God can hurt our faith and can even cause some to lose faith. Share a story of someone you know who lost faith because they expected something of God that the Bible doesn’t actually promise. 2. Last week, Pastor Trevor taught on the mistaken idea of “Body Guard god” – thinking God will always keep us from all harm. God doesn’t promise that, but he does promise to be present with us always and to accomplish good purposes in our life, even in times of pain. Read what the Apostle Paul said in Acts 20:22–24 - “And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem, not knowing what will happen to me there. 23 I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. 24 However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” What do you notice in Acts 20 that relates to last week’s mistaken idea that God protects us all the time? 3. Read 2 Timothy 4:1-5 – “In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. 3 For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. 5 But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry.” Pastor Dale said he has been praying this passage over this past year. Why is it important for a pastor to pray this and strive for it? Problematic idea: God is there to do for me what I want, when I want it. 4. Where does this mistaken idea come from? 5. Even when we’re asking God for good things – like the healing of a good person – we find that sometimes God heals the person, but sometimes he doesn’t. If you’ve ever prayed for physical healing for someone, but it didn’t happen, share how that experience impacted you. Disclaimer: We’re NOT saying God doesn’t want to hear our requests. 6. Read the following two passages and talk about what you notice. Matthew 7:7-8 – “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” 7. Read what the Apostle Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 – “I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know—God knows. 3 And I know that this man—whether in the body or apart from the body I do not know, but God knows— 4 was caught up to paradise and heard inexpressible things, things that no one is permitted to tell. 5 I will boast about a man like that, but I will not boast about myself, except about my weaknesses. 6 Even if I should choose to boast, I would not be a fool, because I would be speaking the truth. But I refrain, so no one will think more of me than is warranted by what I do or say, 7 or because of these surpassingly great revelations. Therefore, in order to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” What questions or insights come to you as you read this passage? 8. Corinth was Paul’s most difficult church. He tried many things to get them on the right track. Here he shares about a time when he prayed for God to heal him, but it didn’t happen. What can we learn from this passage for our own lives? When we treat God like a Genie in a bottle, our relationship with God becomes: · Transactional: 9. If you’ve ever had a relationship with another person that felt transactional, describe what that was like. · Convenient: 10. Some people only call on God when it’s convenient for them. What might you say to someone who thinks and lives this way? · Controlling: 11. Pastor Dale noted that, in the story of Aladdin, the genie calls Aladdin “Master” rather than the other way around. How does this help you better understand the problem of viewing God like a genie in a bottle? We see the truth in Jesus’ life. Jesus shows us: · Prayer is an invitation to a relationship. · Prayer is an invitation to partnership. · Prayer is an invitation to followership. 12. Talk together with your group about each of these three truths about prayer. 13. Share one thought that has been helpful for you so far in this series. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Partnership Gathering: Tuesday, April 27 @7pm at the West Campus | Join us to hear news about what’s going on at COH and have an opportunity to ask your questions of our pastors. All COH attenders are welcome! · Parenting Seminar: Thursday, May 13 @7:30 on Zoom | Navigating technology with kids and teens is HARD and it's always changing. As parents, it is our responsibility to teach our kids to navigate technology in a way that is healthy and balanced. Join us for a practical evening of teaching for parents of kids and teens of all ages. It is never too early or too late to start! Register on our events page. · The Lord’s Prayer Worship Concert & Album: Saturday, May 1 @7pm at COH West Campus | Join Kat O'Connor and the Community of Hope worship team for a live concert to celebrate the release of her album The Lord's Prayer. All proceeds from the album will go to our benevolence fund. This fund helps those who have an unexpected emergency and need help with their bills. Order the album at communityofhope.church/kat · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-18-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-04-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1618328117340-BGDHHX2JZGJ3GJB06KS9/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-18-2021 04-18-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West & Online), Dr. E. Dale Locke (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Mistaken Identity Week 2: Body Guard god English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Read our memory verse for this sermon series, which tells us how to get a true picture of what God is like - Hebrews 1:3: “The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.” In light of the fact that Jesus is the best picture of what God is like, what are some things you can be confident about regarding God? 2. Why is it important to move beyond childhood ideas about God and mature our understanding of what God is like? What can happen if we don’t do that? 3. What is a “half-truth”? Name some half-truths that you’ve heard. Problematic Idea: God will always protect me and will never let bad things happen to me. Disclaimer: We’re NOT saying God doesn’t protect. 4. Share about a time when you believe God protected you. 5. Pastor Trevor said: “Body Guard god isn’t in the Bible. In fact, our faith started with the worst possible thing happening to the best possible person.” What do he mean by that? 6. Scripture shows us that bad things do sometimes happen to good people. Read Paul’s description of his life in 2 Corinthians 11:21-30 – “Whatever anyone else dares to boast about—I am speaking as a fool—I also dare to boast about. 22 Are they Hebrews? So am I. Are they Israelites? So am I. Are they Abraham’s descendants? So am I. 23 Are they servants of Christ? (I am out of my mind to talk like this.) I am more. I have worked much harder, been in prison more frequently, been flogged more severely, and been exposed to death again and again. 24 Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. 25 Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was pelted with stones, three times I was shipwrecked, I spent a night and a day in the open sea, 26 I have been constantly on the move. I have been in danger from rivers, in danger from bandits, in danger from my fellow Jews, in danger from Gentiles; in danger in the city, in danger in the country, in danger at sea; and in danger from false believers. 27 I have labored and toiled and have often gone without sleep; I have known hunger and thirst and have often gone without food; I have been cold and naked. 28 Besides everything else, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches. 29 Who is weak, and I do not feel weak? Who is led into sin, and I do not inwardly burn? 30 If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness.” What do you notice? Four Truths Jesus Teaches Us: · Jesus taught we should expect trouble. 7. Read John 16:33 – “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” What do you notice in this passage? · Jesus promised His presence. 8. Read Matthew 28:20b: “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” And Psalm 56:8 NLT – “You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book.” Why does this matter? How can this help when you’re suffering or going through a difficult season? · Jesus promised redemptive purpose. 9. Read Romans 8:28 – “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” Notice Paul isn’t saying that God causes bad things. But rather that God causes everything that happens to us to work together for good. How are these two ideas different? 10. Share an example of how God redeemed a painful situation in your life and brought about a good purpose. · Jesus ultimately promised freedom from suffering. 11. Read Revelation 21:3-5 - “I heard a loud shout from the throne, saying, ‘Look, God’s home is now among his people! He will live with them, and they will be his people. God himself will be with them. 4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.’ 5 And the one sitting on the throne said, ‘Look, I am making everything new!’ And then he said to me, ‘Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.’” What do you notice in this passage? Why does this passage give hope – even when we’re suffering? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Parenting Seminar: Thursday, May 13 @7:30 on Zoom Navigating technology with kids and teens is HARD and it's always changing. As parents, it is our responsibility to teach our kids to navigate technology in a way that is healthy and balanced. Join us for a practical evening of teaching for parents of kids and teens of all ages. It is never too early or too late to start! Register on our events page. · The Lord’s Prayer Worship Concert & Album: Saturday, May 1 @7pm at COH West Campus Join Kat O'Connor and the Community of Hope worship team for a live concert to celebrate the release of her album The Lord's Prayer. All proceeds from the album will go to our benevolence fund. This fund helps those who have an unexpected emergency and need help with their bills. Order the album at communityofhope.church/kat · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-11-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1618173048873-299O26SVLSF3DWLPF4LF/Mistaken-Identity-web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-11-2021 04-11-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West, East & Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Mistaken Identity Week 1: Oops! English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. “Junk-drawer faith” is when people grow up in some sort of religious environment and collect various ideas that sound good but aren’t genuine Christianity. Name some ideas that people in our culture have about God that are not based on Scripture. 2. Karen Armstrong wrote in her book, The Case for God: “Many of us have been left stranded with an incoherent concept of God. We learned about God about the same time we were told about Santa Claus, and while our understanding of the Santa Claus phenomenon evolved and matured, our theology about God remained somewhat infantile. And so, not surprisingly, when we attained intellectual maturity, many of us rejected the God we had inherited and came to deny that he existed.…” What do you think about this? 3. What are some of the reasons why people who grew up in church sometimes begin to doubt their faith as adults? 4. Pastor Dale asked: “What if the god you believe in isn’t actually a god you should believe in?” What did he mean by that? 5. During the pandemic, researchers have noticed that many people have drifted away from church and are not planning to return after the pandemic. What are some reasons why these people might not want to return to church? 6. Eight out of ten people who grew up in church abandon their faith during their college years, and studies show that most of them decide to do that within the first 30 days of college. What do you think might be going on here? 7. Some people feel they’re disqualified from faith in God because of mistakes they have made. But Pastor Dale said, “Sin doesn’t disqualify us from the Christian faith. It’s actually a prerequisite.” What did he mean by that? 8. Pastor Dale referred to “faith trauma,” which is when an “adult thing” happens to you that your “childhood faith” can’t handle, so your faith falls apart or you conclude that God must not be real. If you’ve ever experienced this or seen it in someone you know, tell about that. 9. Sometimes people have a horrible experience in church that causes them to abandon the Christian faith. What could you say that might help someone like that? 10. Atheist author Richard Dawkins wrote in The Devil’s Chaplain, “We’re all atheists about most of the gods that humanity has ever believed in. Some of us just go one God further.” What was Dawkins getting at? 11. Read Hebrews 1:1-3: “In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.” How can people get the most accurate understanding of what God is really like, according to this passage? What does this passage tell us about Jesus? 12. What else do you notice in this passage? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · Parenting Seminar: Thursday, May 13 @7:30 on Zoom Navigating technology with kids and teens is HARD and it's always changing. As parents, it is our responsibility to teach our kids to navigate technology in a way that is healthy and balanced. Join us for a practical evening of teaching for parents of kids and teens of all ages. It is never too early or too late to start! Register on our events page. · The Lord’s Prayer Worship Concert & Album: Saturday, May 1 @7pm at COH West Campus Join Kat O'Connor and the Community of Hope worship team for a live concert to celebrate the release of her album The Lord's Prayer. All proceeds from the album will go to our benevolence fund. This fund helps those who have an unexpected emergency and need help with their bills. Order the album at communityofhope.church/kat · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-04-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1616683005755-DQ0WHC8MF3DDKMHDARST/Easter-2021-web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-04-2021 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-07-2021-brrrn-z4g64-ga52z monthly 0.5 2021-03-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1613575241645-6VEAZB6UIA6VV2QPQFG5/DIG-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-28-2021 03-28-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Descending Into Greatness Week 6: Whose? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Practice the Scripture memory passage we’ve had for this series. Philippians 2:5-11: “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” 2. What has been the most helpful idea for you so far during this sermon series? 3. Read Matthew 16:21-28: “From that time on Jesus began to explain to his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, the chief priests and the teachers of the law, and that he must be killed and on the third day be raised to life. 22 Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. ‘Never, Lord!’ he said. ‘This shall never happen to you!’ 23 Jesus turned and said to Peter, ‘Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to me; you do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns.’ 24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. 25 For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it. 26 What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? 27 For the Son of Man is going to come in his Father’s glory with his angels, and then he will reward each person according to what they have done. 28 ‘Truly I tell you, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in his kingdom.’” 4. The expression “That’s my cross to bear” is a saying in our culture. What do people generally mean when they say that? How is that different from what Jesus actually meant here? 5. Note that Jesus was fully aware of what he would suffer in Jerusalem, yet he continued to move toward it. How would you have felt if you were one of the disciples listening to Jesus say this? 6. Why did Jesus call Peter “Satan” here? 7. Pastor Dale quoted a common slogan you’ll often hear Christians say, “The safest place to be is in the center of God’s will.” But he said it’s not actually true. What did he mean by that? 8. Karl Barth said, “But the Church exists to set up in the world a new sign which is radically dissimilar to the world’s own manner and which contradicts it in a way which is full of promise.” What did he mean by that? 9. Jesus gave a prophecy to Ananias about Paul’s future life at the outset of Paul’s conversion to Christianity in Acts 9:15-16: “The Lord said to Ananias, ‘Go! This man is my chosen instrument to proclaim my name to the Gentiles and their kings and to the people of Israel. I will show him how much he must suffer for my name.’” Imagine if Jesus had prophesied this about you as you were starting out the Christian life. How would you have felt? How is this different from what many people expect the Christian life will be like? 10. As Dietrich Bonhoeffer watched the German Nazi army training, he said that – as Christians – our commitment to Jesus, our discipline, and our willingness to suffer must be greater than that of the world. Share some examples of where you’ve seen people have amazing commitment, discipline, and willingness to suffer for some cause other than Christianity. 11. The world says elevate yourself. Jesus says deny yourself. God’s promise is: you will find yourself! Explain what Pastor Dale meant by each of these three points. 12. How can we today live out what Jesus said about taking up our cross and following him? How are you personally seeking to live it out? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Easter Service Times: Invite cards are available, and we encourage you to invite your friends and share it on social media. West Campus: 7am - outdoor sunrise service; 9am, 10:30am and noon – indoor services East Campus English: 10am – indoor service East Campus, COH Español: - 11:30am – indoor service Online: Available all day on-demand. · Good Friday Experience: Join us for an indoor, interactive experience on Friday, April 2nd from 4:30-8:00pm at either our East or our West Campus. You can go through the stations at your own pace by yourself or together with your children. If you prefer an at-home experience, download the instructions on our website. · 24-7 Prayer: We want to cover this entire week with prayer asking God to work in people’s hearts this week through our Holy Week and Easter opportunities, and we invite you to join us! You can sign up to pray for one or more hours at https://communityofhope.church/24-7prayer · Our next Connections Class starts Sunday, April 11! 4-week class on Sundays 10:15-11:30am – choose from in-person at the West Campus or online. In this 4-week class, we explain the mission, beliefs and values of Community of Hope, to help you decide if you want to get more connected here. We’ll talk about what it means to be a Christian and how to live the Christian life. You’re welcome to check out the first session before deciding if you want to attend all 4 weeks. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-07-2021-brrrn-z4g64 monthly 0.5 2021-03-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1613575241645-6VEAZB6UIA6VV2QPQFG5/DIG-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-21-2021 03-21-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West, East & Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Descending Into Greatness Week 5: Where? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Sir Edmund Hillary was the first human to reach the summit of Mt. Everest on May 29, 1953 – the highest place on earth. The first thing he did when he reached the summit was place a cross there – the symbol of the lowest place a human could go. The tradition of putting crosses on mountain summits dates back to at least the 4th century. As an icebreaker, tell your group about the highest elevation you’ve ever been to, and how it felt for you to be there. 2. Practice our Scripture memory passage for this series. Philippians 2:5-11: “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” 3. In our culture, we’re addicted to “up.” Pastor Dale shared this quotation: “We rise against gravity, the odds, the crowd or whatever happens to get in our way. We ascend to money, fame, the spotlight, power, comfort and pleasure. And from the world’s perspective, it’s the only direction to go. Just as a compass needle points north, the human needle points up; in each heart is a built in mechanism that craves self-promotion, advancement, and the climb of ego. So Philippians 2 may be the most counter-cultural chapter in the Bible.” Share how you’ve experienced our culture’s pull to go “up.” 4. Today we focus on verse 8, “even death on a cross!” The cross is the single, most universally recognized religious symbol in the world. The Christian faith didn’t begin with a book or a person’s teaching. It began with an event – the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. We’ve come to think of the cross as a beautiful symbol that we put on jewelry and buildings. But in the 1st century, this would have been like making a decoration out of a guillotine or an electric chair. How did this transition happen that the cross went from being an ugly, horrible symbol to a beautiful, comforting one? 5. What ideas and images come to your mind, when you think of Jesus dying on the cross? As you discuss the rest of these questions, draw Pastor Dale’s salvation illustration together as a group: 6. The Bible describes that on one side, we have God who is perfect, holy and loving. But on the other side, we humans are broken, sinful and conflicted (sometimes good, sometimes not). So our sin separates us from God. How would you define the word “sin”? 7. Theologian and teacher N.T. Wright said, “Our problem is that, particularly since the 19th century we hear the word ‘sin’ only in a purely moralistic sense. It’s the idea that God has made all these ‘fussy’ rules to stop us from having fun. We can’t help it, and we break some of them. So God gets cross at us. And we say, ‘Oh dear, we’re guilty!’ That’s how people often learn it as a child, and many of us just never grow up from that. But actually, sin is a collection of all the evil in the world, that all of us in large and small ways have contributed to.” Pastor Dale told the story of a garbage barge named Mobro that everyone was outraged about, despite the fact that every one of us contributes to the garbage problem in our world. How does this story relate to the problem of sin? 8. Paul described our human struggle in Romans 7, saying that the very thing I don’t want to do, I keep doing; and the very thing I want to do, I don’t do. If you’ve ever experienced this struggle in any area, share with your group how that feels. 9. Read Romans 3:23 – “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Sometimes we wonder why God doesn’t just get rid of all the sin, pain and injustice in the world. But if God were to do this, he’d have to get rid of us! What solution did God come up with to deal with this problem? 10. Read Romans 5:8 – “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” And read 1 Timothy 2:5-6 in both the NIV and the TLB (see below) and talk about what you notice in these passages. 1 Timothy 2:5–6a (NIV) - “For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all people.” I Timothy 2:5-6a (TLB) - “That God is on one side and all the people are on the other side, and Christ Jesus, himself man, is between them to bring them together, giving his life for all humankind.” 11. Complete your illustration with Jesus as the bridge connecting an imperfect humanity with a perfect and loving God. To make this operational in your life, all a person has to do is admit that you can’t be good on your own, and then receive God’s gift. Tell your group about the moment when you received this gift for yourself. 12. There are terrible things in our world, like evil, sorrow and death. But because of what Jesus did on the cross, we can have hope and confidence that God will have the last word. Share how you personally have gained hope in your hard times because of what Jesus did on the cross. On your own: If you’ve never said yes to God’s gift of what Jesus did for you on the cross, you can do that now. If you need help, let us know by texting the number below. If you’re taking this step for the first time, let us know, so we can rejoice with you and offer you some helpful resources. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Easter Service Times: Invite cards are available, and we encourage you to invite your friends and share it on social media. West Campus: 7am - outdoor sunrise service; 9am, 10:30am and noon – indoor services East Campus English: 10am – indoor service East Campus, COH Español: - 11:30am – indoor service Online: Available all day on-demand. · To sign up for the Kids of Hope Holy Week Family Devotional Eggs-perience, click here. We’re providing a devotional you can do together as a family. For each day you get a plastic egg with a surprise that symbolizes what happened in Jesus’ life on that day of Holy Week. · Good Friday Experience: Join us for an indoor, interactive experience on Friday, April 2nd from 4:30-8:00pm at either our East or our West Campus. You can go through the stations at your own pace by yourself or together with your children. If you prefer an at-home experience, download the instructions on our website. · Prayer Night - Thursday, March 25 at 7pm: Join us as we ask God to work in our church and especially in all of our Easter outreach. The West Campus event will be in English. The East Campus event will be in Spanish. We will worship together, and our primary focus will be on group prayer and intercession. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-07-2021-brrrn monthly 0.5 2021-03-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1613575241645-6VEAZB6UIA6VV2QPQFG5/DIG-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-14-2021 03-14-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West & Online), Rebekah Manuel (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Descending Into Greatness Week 4: How? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. We have a longer Scripture memory passage than usual for this series, but we encourage you to try to memorize it. Philippians 2:5-11: “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” 2. This sermon is about going to the next level. No matter where each of us is on our spiritual journey, we can ask God to show us a next step to pursue so that we can go even deeper with Him. Share about a next step that you personally are currently pursuing in your spiritual life. 3. We’re focusing today on Jesus’ next step on his descent into greatness, as described in verse 8: “…he humbled himself by becoming obedient….” Obedience isn’t a very popular word in our culture. Why is that? Three Misunderstandings About Christian Obedience: 1. Obedience is NOT legalism. 4. Why is it important to point out that obedience is not legalism? How has this been misunderstood by some Christians? 2. Obedience is NOT earning salvation. 5. Explain the misunderstanding that many have about obedience being a way to earn salvation. Explain why this idea is incorrect. 3. Obedience is NOT self-empowered 6. Sometimes obedience is difficult. If obedience is not self-empowered, how do we do it? 7. When Jesus died on the cross, he switched places with us; and we switched places with him. He takes on our sin; and we take on his righteousness. Read Romans 5:19 and talk about what this verse means. Romans 5:19: “For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous.” Three Aspects of Jesus’ View of Obedience: 1. Obedience is How We Love God. 8. Read the following verses and talk about what they say about obedience: Matthew 28:19-20: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” John 14:23-24: “Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. Anyone who does not love me will not obey my teaching. These words you hear are not my own; they belong to the Father who sent me. ‘” 2. Obedience Humbles Us. 9. How does obedience to God help a person grow more humble? 10. Read Deuteronomy 10:12-13: “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God ask of you but to fear the Lord your God, to walk in obedience to him, to love him, to serve the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, and to observe the Lord’s commands and decrees that I am giving you today for your own good?” What difference does it make in a person’s life when they believe that God’s commands are for their own good? 3. Obedience Grows My Relationship With God. 11. In the Garden of Gethsemane Jesus prayed that his crucifixion could pass from Him if there was any other way. Yet he told his Father, “Not my will, but may your will be done.” Imagine the trust it took for him to do that. It takes trust to obey God, especially when it’s hard. Think about a time when – even though it was difficult – you trusted God enough to obey Him with your money, sexuality, dating life, kids, home life, a big decision, career, relational conflict, or other area of life. How did that impact your relationship with God? 12. God says in Isaiah 55:9: “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Share about a time in life when you recognized that Gods ways were better than your ways. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Easter Service Times: Invite cards are available, and we encourage you to invite your friends and share it on social media. West Campus: 7am - outdoor sunrise service; 9am, 10:30am and noon – indoor services East Campus English: 10am – indoor service East Campus, COH Español: - 11:30am – indoor service Online: Available all day on-demand. · To sign up for the Kids of Hope Holy Week Family Devotional Eggs-perience, click here. We’re providing a devotional you can do together as a family. For each day you get a plastic egg with a surprise that symbolizes what happened in Jesus’ life on that day of Holy Week. · Good Friday Experience: Join us for an indoor, interactive experience on Friday, April 2nd from 4:30-8:00pm at either our East or our West Campus. You can go through the stations at your own pace by yourself or together with your children. If you prefer an at-home experience, download the instructions on our website. · Prayer Night - Thursday, March 25 at 7pm: Join us as we ask God to work in our church and especially in all of our Easter outreach. The West Campus event will be in English. The East Campus event will be in Spanish. We will worship together, and our primary focus will be on group prayer and intercession. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-07-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1613575241645-6VEAZB6UIA6VV2QPQFG5/DIG-web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-07-2021 03-07-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Descending Into Greatness Week 3: What? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. We have a longer Scripture memory passage than usual for this series, but we encourage you to try to memorize it. Philippians 2:5-11: “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” 2. Why do you think the show “Undercover Boss” is so popular? 3. We’re focusing today on vs. 6-7a. There’s an essential truth here that many Christians miss. Many think that in spite of the fact that Jesus was God, he made himself nothing. But it’s actually because of the fact that Jesus was God, that he made himself nothing. What’s the difference between these two ideas, and why does it matter? 4. Paul says in Romans 2:4 that it’s the kindness of God that leads people to repentance. This is one of COH’s core values. If you asked an unchurched person their opinion about what God uses to lead people to repentance, what would you expect them to say? 5. The words in Philippians 2:7 “he made himself nothing” is actually the Greek word “kenosis” which means Jesus “emptied himself.” Of what did Jesus empty himself? 6. Read Hebrews 2:14-18: “Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil— 15 and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. 16 For surely it is not angels he helps, but Abraham’s descendants. 17 For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. 18 Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.” Why was important that Jesus set aside all of the advantages that he had as God as he came to live on earth? 7. How do we imitate Jesus in this? What would it look like for a person to have Jesus’ mindset as described here? 8. Pastor Dale said that we all struggle with some degree of narcissism. What is narcissism, and why do so many of us struggle with it? 9. Richard Foster writes in his book Celebration of Discipline: “More than any other single way, the grace of humility is worked into our lives through the discipline of serving one another….” What did he mean by that? If you’ve ever seen an example of this principle, share about it with your group. Two Types of Serving Help Us Become More Like Jesus: The Mundane: 10. Pastor Kevin Queen said: “I used to think about doing great things for God, but as I’ve grown, I now feel like I want to do things for a great God.” What did he mean by this? The Hidden: 11. Jesus said in Matthew 6:3: “Don’t let your right hand know what your left hand is doing.” Why did Jesus say that? 12. Richard Foster wrote: “Nothing disciplines the inordinate desires of the flesh like service, and nothing transforms the desires of the flesh like serving in hiddenness. It’s the flesh that whines against service, but it screams in hidden service. It strains and pulls for honor and recognition.” What do you think of what Richard Foster said here? Question to consider on your own: What are you doing for the Lord that no one will ever know about? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · College and Career Group: If you’re out of high school up through mid-twenties-age, join us for friendship and Bible discussion at our West Campus on Sundays, 7:00-9:00pm. We also hang out in Commons Park in RPB on Mondays, at 6:30pm. https://communityofhope.church/cohcollegecareer · Lent at Community of Hope: Find out everything you need to know about what’s going on during Lent at Community of Hope at https://communityofhope.church/lent · To sign up for the Kids of Hope Holy Week Family Devotional Eggs-perience, click here. We’re providing a devotional you can do together as a family. For each day you get a plastic egg with a surprise that symbolizes what happened in Jesus’ life on that day of Holy Week. · Good Friday Experience: Join us for an indoor, interactive experience on Friday, April 2nd from 4:30-8:00pm at either our East or our West Campus. You can go through the stations at your own pace by yourself or together with your children. If you prefer an at-home experience, download the instructions on our website. · Prayer Night - Thursday, March 25 at 7pm: Join us as we ask God to work in our church and especially in all of our Easter outreach. The West Campus event will be in English. The East Campus event will be in Spanish. We will worship together, and our primary focus will be on group prayer and intercession. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-28-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1613575241645-6VEAZB6UIA6VV2QPQFG5/DIG-web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-28-2021 02-28-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (East, West and Online), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Descending Into Greatness Week 2: Who? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. We have a longer Scripture memory passage than usual for this series, but we encourage you to try to memorize it. Philippians 2:5-11: “In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.” 2. Last week we learned that humility was not always considered a virtue. In fact, historians who have studied this say that humility first began to be thought of as something positive because of Jesus. Pastor Trevor said that the Philippians passage above is V-shaped. What did he mean by that? WHO is JESUS? 3. Philippians 2 claims that Jesus – a human being who lived 2,000 years ago – was actually God, who existed before he was born as a baby. This is a core belief of the Christian faith, but it is also a very strange claim for Jesus to make. Normally, we would consider anyone who says something like this to be a cult leader or a con-artist. Read the following Scriptures, and discuss how each one supports this claim. · 2 Peter 1:1: “Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours….” · Titus 2:13: “…while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ….” · John 20:28-29: “Thomas said to him, ‘My Lord and my God!’ Then Jesus told him, ‘Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.’” · Mark 14:61b-62: “But Jesus remained silent and gave no answer. Again the high priest asked him, ‘Are you the Messiah, the Son of the Blessed One?’ ‘I am,’ said Jesus. ‘And you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty One and coming on the clouds of heaven.’” 4. In Philippians 2:6-11, Paul is quoting the lyrics of a Christian song that was written before the end of the 30’s A.D. – less than 10 years after Jesus’ death and resurrection. How does the existence and date of this song strengthen our confidence that Jesus was actually was who he said he was – God in human flesh? 5. If a man who lived 2,000 years ago actually was God, what difference does it make? Why would that matter for us today? 6. Since Jesus was God, you might wonder how we can be expected to have the same mindset he had. Danielle Strickland said, “Humility is agreeing with God about who I am.” What did she mean by that? WHO am I? · I am created by God in His image. 7. Of all God’s creation, only humans were made in God’s image. What are some implications of being made in God’s image? 8. Pastor Trevor said that humility begins with dignity. When a person struggles with feeling worthless, how are they likely to treat other people? · I am not God. 9. Why is it important to remember that we are not God? What happens when we forget that we are not God? · I am loved by God. 10. Read Romans 5:8: “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” How can the knowledge that God loves you this much (and loved you even while you were sinning) help you grow in humility? 11. Pastor Trevor said that the reason Jesus lowered himself to the lowest place is because that’s where we were. Think of the lowest moment you can remember in your life. How does it feel to know that Jesus was/is there with you in that place? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Community of Hope Students: East Campus on Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. West Campus on Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. All 6th-12th graders are welcome! We want to be sure everyone knows that summer camp will be July 24-30. Get more information and sign up at https://communityofhope.church/students · Lent at Community of Hope: Find out everything you need to know about Lent at Community of Hope, including our Good Friday Experience, at https://communityofhope.church/lent To sign up for the Kids of Hope Holy Week Family Devotional Eggs-perience, click here. · Closet of Hope provides individuals and families with basic material needs to help them get back on their feet. We’re currently accepting household goods like clothes, bedding and backpacks. We also need volunteers to help greet our guests. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-21-2021-1 monthly 0.5 2021-02-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1613425236786-ZAWY0X8TG62TZN94MX4H/DIG-web.jpg Sermon Series - 02-21-2021 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-21-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-02-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609557904494-PN5WRC2NR9GUEGQ1SKSN/GYLB-BKG3.jpg Sermon Series - 02-14-2021 02-14-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), Andres Cañola (Español) Sermon Series: Get Your Life Back Week 7: For the Troubled Soul English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. 1. Read our memory verse for this series: Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” If you were asked, “How is it going with your soul?” – how would you answer that question today? 2. Read 2 Corinthians 13:5: “Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test?” Christianity isn’t just about being good. Although goodness is part of what it means to be a follower of Christ, there’s something more important than that. The Christian life is really about walking with God. What are some things you’re currently doing to train yourself to walk with God? 3. Read Revelation 2:3–5: “You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and have not grown weary. 4 Yet I hold this against you: You have forsaken the love you had at first. 5 Consider how far you have fallen! Repent and do the things you did at first. If you do not repent, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place.” This past week, our spiritual practice was simply to tell the Lord that we love Him – speaking your love to Him out loud from your heart with sincerity. If you did that, share with your group how it impacted your soul. 4. We realize that everybody is fighting a battle of some kind. So our focus in this week’s sermon is how God can refresh our soul when we’re hurting and what God says to us in our pain. Read John 12:20-36: “Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the festival. 21 They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. “Sir,” they said, “we would like to see Jesus.” 22 Philip went to tell Andrew; Andrew and Philip in turn told Jesus. 23 Jesus replied, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24 Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. 25 Anyone who loves their life will lose it, while anyone who hates their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. 26 Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me. 27 “Now my soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save me from this hour’? No, it was for this very reason I came to this hour. 28 Father, glorify your name!” Then a voice came from heaven, “I have glorified it, and will glorify it again.” 29 The crowd that was there and heard it said it had thundered; others said an angel had spoken to him. 30 Jesus said, “This voice was for your benefit, not mine. 31 Now is the time for judgment on this world; now the prince of this world will be driven out. 32 And I, when I am lifted up[a] from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” 33 He said this to show the kind of death he was going to die. 34 The crowd spoke up, “We have heard from the Law that the Messiah will remain forever, so how can you say, ‘The Son of Man must be lifted up’? Who is this ‘Son of Man’?” 35 Then Jesus told them, “You are going to have the light just a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, before darkness overtakes you. Whoever walks in the dark does not know where they are going. 36 Believe in the light while you have the light, so that you may become children of light.” When he had finished speaking, Jesus left and hid himself from them.” What we learn from what Jesus did when his soul was troubled: · Face Your Pain: 5. Sometimes Christians give one another the impression that “mature believers” should be happy all the time. Is that what Scripture teaches? Support your answer with Scripture. 6. Notice how honest Jesus was about how He was feeling. Even as the Son of God, He didn’t pretend everything was great with His soul when it actually wasn’t. What happens when a person who is struggling inside tries to stuff it down and deny it? · Acknowledge Your Pain to Someone You Trust 7. Grief and other types of pain or disappointment can challenge our faith. If you’ve ever struggled in your faith because someone you love passed away or because of some other season of pain or disappointment, share about that with your group. 8. What happens when you open up to a trusted friend regarding your pain or grief, rather than just keeping it to yourself? · Acknowledge Your Pain to God 9. Notice in John 12:27 that Jesus was totally honest with His Father about how troubled His soul was. What does the Father’s response to Jesus in this passage tell you about how God feels when we are honest about our pain in our prayers to Him? 10. The Psalms are simply prayers that real people prayed to God. They show us it’s OK to tell God how we feel, even if our feelings are ugly or mistaken. God wants authenticity from us. If you’ve ever poured out honest but ugly feelings to God in prayer, share how that impacted you. · Invite Jesus In! 11. If you’ve ever gone through a really difficult, painful time, but you invited Jesus into your pain; how did you did that, and how did it affect you to go through it with Jesus? 12. Our spiritual practice assignment for this week is simply to name any struggle or pain that you’re currently experiencing honestly to God. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Ash Wednesday, February 17, 7-8am or 5-6pm: Stop by either our East Campus or our West Campus to receive ashes in a safe drive-through experience. We encourage you to watch Pastor Dale’s online video “Why Ash Wednesday?” beforehand to help you understand the meaning behind this ancient spiritual practice. · Parenting Workshop: February 25, 7:30pm on Zoom. Parents are responsible to provide our children with healthy, value-centered sex education based on what God values. Join us as we discuss how to teach healthy sexuality to our children. The conversation starts in pre-school and continues through young adulthood. This event will provide practical teaching for parents of children and teens of all ages. It’s never too early or too late to start! Register here. · Men’s BBQ: Saturday, February 27, 10am - 1pm. Hey Guys! Don’t miss this chance to experience a great BBQ lunch, axe throwing, horseshoes, cornhole and classic cars – all at no cost to you. Invite your friends!! Register here so we know how many to expect. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/02-07-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-02-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609557904494-PN5WRC2NR9GUEGQ1SKSN/GYLB-BKG3.jpg Sermon Series - 02-07-2021 02-07-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West and Online), Jose Marrero (East), Rev. Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Get Your Life Back Week 6: Remembering Who You Love English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Icebreaker: What kinds of things do you tend to forget in your everyday life? 1. Our memory verse for this series is Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” We’ve been learning some simple spiritual practices: the one-minute pause, slowing down, telling God, “I give everyone and everything to you,” getting outside, and unplugging. Which of these practices has impacted you the most so far? 2. Read Psalm 103: “Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. 2 Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits - 3 who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, 4 who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, 5 who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s. 6 The Lord works righteousness and justice for all the oppressed. 7 He made known his ways to Moses, his deeds to the people of Israel: 8 The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. 9 He will not always accuse, nor will he harbor his anger forever; 10 he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. 11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; 12 as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. 13 As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; 14 for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust. 15 The life of mortals is like grass, they flourish like a flower of the field; 16 the wind blows over it and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more. 17 But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children - 18 with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts. 19 The Lord has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all. 20 Praise the Lord, you his angels, you mighty ones who do his bidding, who obey his word. 21 Praise the Lord, all his heavenly hosts, you his servants who do his will. 22 Praise the Lord, all his works everywhere in his dominion. Praise the Lord, my soul.” 3. David reminds his own soul not to drift into forgetfulness regarding God’s goodness and love. It’s easy to forget about God. If you’ve ever gone through an entire day or more without thinking about God at all, what was that like? 4. When you take time to remember God and praise Him, how does it impact your soul? Three things to remember about God that will help rekindle your love for Him. · Remember God is the creator of everything you love. 5. Read James 1:16-17: “Don’t be deceived, my dear brothers and sisters. Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” God is the creator and source of all the good things in your life. Everything you love and enjoy had its origin in Him. What are some of those things for you personally? 6. Notice that James warns his readers not to be deceived. Satan is always trying deceive us into thinking bad things are from God and good things are just luck. How does that kind of thinking impact a person’s relationship with God? · Remember God is the God of grace 7. A lot of people have a false picture of God’s character, thinking of Him as stern and hard to please. What does Psalm 103 say about what God’s character is really like? 8. Read 1 John 3:16a: “This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us.” What does this verse add to your understanding of what God is like and how much He loves you? 9. How does an awareness of God’s true character impact a person’s relationship with God? · Remember God is compassionate 10. When people experience something tragic or painful – such as illness, abuse, injustice, or the death of a loved one – it’s common to ask God: “Why did you let this happen to me?” What might help a person not to get stuck on that question? 11. John Eldredge shares about his friends who lost a child, but chose to keep loving God and trusting in His goodness even in the midst of their grief. Eldredge writes that as they declared their love for God, “All heaven was breathless; all hell was screeching in horror. Because they took away the enemy’s weapon and turned it against him. It wasn’t easy; there were still floods of tears. But they were not bitter tears, not angry or cynical, because they kept their hearts open to the One who could carry them through. Too many people pull away, walk through their pain alone, making it all the worse and lengthy…. [My friends] kept their souls open to God’s presence, and he was therefore able to offer himself in healing love. They made an offering of their suffering. Make an offering of your suffering. Love God in it.” What do you think of what Eldredge says here? 12. Our spiritual practice assignment for this week is simply to say to God: “I love you too, God.” And if you’re going through a very difficult time, say: “I still love you, God.” Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Ash Wednesday, February 17, 7-8am or 5-6pm: Join us at either our East Campus or our West Campus to receive ashes in a safe drive-through experience. We encourage you to watch Pastor Dale’s online video “Why Ash Wednesday?” to help you understand the meaning behind this ancient spiritual practice. · Parenting Workshop: February 25, 7:30pm on Zoom. Parents are responsible to provide our children with healthy, value-centered sex education based on what God values. Join us as we discuss how to teach healthy sexuality to our children. The conversation starts in pre-school and continues through young adulthood. This event will provide practical teaching for parents of children and teens of all ages. It’s never too early or too late to start! Register here. · Men’s BBQ: Saturday, February 27, 10am - 1pm. Hey Guys! Don’t miss this chance to experience a great BBQ lunch, axe throwing, horseshoes, cornhole and classic cars – all at no cost to you. Invite your friends!! Register here so we know how many to expect. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-31-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609557904494-PN5WRC2NR9GUEGQ1SKSN/GYLB-BKG3.jpg Sermon Series - 01-31-2021 01-31-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West and Online), Dr. E. Dale Locke (East), Rev. Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Get Your Life Back Week 5: Simple Unplugging English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Icebreaker: Which type of screen activity do you generally spend the most time on? (TV, computer games, Facebook, Twitter, Snap Chat, other social media, internet surfing, etc.). 1. Our memory verse for this series is, Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” If you tried the spiritual discipline we assigned last week – which was to get outside – share with your group what you did and how it impacted you. 2. Read Hebrews 12:1-3: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” The New Testament book of Hebrews frequently uses running as a metaphor for living a life of faith. In what ways is running similar to our faith life? Tech sometimes helps: 3. Name some ways that our technological devices make life better. Tech sometimes hinders: 4. The word in Hebrews 12:1 for “hinder” refers to what would weigh a runner down. Something that hinders isn’t necessarily evil, but it makes running harder. Name a few ways modern technology can hinder us. 5. One issue of our technological devices is that they waste time that could be used for something more beneficial. What is a goal you’ve had for yourself that you haven’t “had time” to accomplish? 6. Another problem with our phones is that they constantly distract us making it difficult to give focused attention to anything. Pastor and author John Mark Comer wrote: “Attention is the beginning of devotion.” John Eldredge, author of the book Get Your Life Back wrote: “Down through the ages, followers of Christ have believed that to be able to give God our attention as a regular practice was a very important thing…. I don’t think we realize how much our use of technology and its assault on our attention has made this difficult to do. You can’t give God your attention when your attention is constantly being targeted and taken captive… and you’re cooperating.” Have you noticed this tendency toward inability focus in your own life? If so, share about that. Tech sometimes hurts: 7. Some things just hinder, but other things can actually hurt. Tim Cook, Apple CEO, said: “A social dilemma cannot be allowed to become a social catastrophe.” What are some ways that social media can hurt people and our society? 8. Technology can provide a wide open door for sins like judgment, slander, lying, affairs, lust, pornography, etc. This isn’t meant to scold, but it’s important to be aware that these things can steal your life and actually harm you. Consider your own habits on social media. If there’s an area that you’ve been tempted in that you’re willing to share about, talk with your group about it. How can you help each other in this area? 9. Read John 17:1: “After Jesus said this, he looked toward heaven and prayed: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you.” Why do you think Jesus looked up toward heaven when he prayed? Some life-giving steps we can take: · Reduce 10. What are some things you could do to simply reduce your use of technology somewhat? · Replace 11. Read Matthew 6:22-23: “The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are healthy, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eyes are unhealthy, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness!” What can a person do to replace some of the darkness that comes into our lives through technology with light? · Remove: 12. Read Matthew 5:29: “If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell.” Jesus says it’s worth it to radically remove anything that leads you to sin. If you currently have an app or a game that you know is causing you to sin, get rid of it. Why is it so important to take this seriously? 13. Your spiritual practice assignment for this week is to pick a “device-free zone” wherever you choose, whether it’s your dinner table, your bedroom, or somewhere else. Send a photo of that “device-free zone” to: info@communityofhope.church. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · All-Church Family Picnic: Join us on Saturday, February 6th from 4-6pm at Commons Park for an afternoon of fun with other COHers. Bring your own chairs, blankets, picnic, and outdoor games. Come prepared to enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the park. Invite friends and family! · Parenting Workshop: February 25, 7:30pm on Zoom. Parents are responsible to provide our children with healthy, value-centered sex education based on what God values. Join us as we discuss how to teach healthy sexuality to our children. The conversation starts in pre-school and continues through young adulthood. This event will provide practical teaching for parents of children and teens of all ages. It’s never too early or too late to start! Register here. · Men’s BBQ: Saturday, February 27, 10am – 1pm. Hey Guys! Don’t miss this chance to experience a great BBQ lunch, axe throwing, horseshoes, corn hole and classic cars – all at no cost to you. Invite your friends!! Register here so we know how many to expect. · Year-end Giving Statement: For instructions on how to get a your year-end giving statement for tax purposes, go to communityofhope.church/give · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-24-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-01-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609557904494-PN5WRC2NR9GUEGQ1SKSN/GYLB-BKG3.jpg Sermon Series - 01-24-2021 01-24-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West and Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), Jose Marerro (Español) Sermon Series: Get Your Life Back Week 4: Get Outside English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Icebreaker: What’s your favorite outdoor activity? 1. Our memory verse for this series is, Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” If you tried the spiritual discipline we learned last week – taking a one-minute pause while repeating the words, “Jesus, I give everyone and everything to you,” – share with your group how this impacted you. 2. Read Psalm 19: The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. 2 Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge. 3 They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them. 4 Yet their voice goes out into all the earth, their words to the ends of the world. In the heavens God has pitched a tent for the sun. 5 It is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, like a champion rejoicing to run his course. 6 It rises at one end of the heavens and makes its circuit to the other; nothing is deprived of its warmth. 7 The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. 8 The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes. 9 The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever. The decrees of the Lord are firm, and all of them are righteous. 10 They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the honeycomb. 11 By them your servant is warned; in keeping them there is great reward. 12 But who can discern their own errors? Forgive my hidden faults. 13 Keep your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless, innocent of great transgression. 14 May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. The Psalmist tells about two ways God reveals Himself to us: 1. We connect with God through his Word. 3. In Psalm 19:7-11, David talks about God’s Word. The word “Law” is the English translation of the Hebrew word “Torah,” which means “to guide, teach, instruct, or be driven by.” Each of us chooses what we’re going to be driven by. Rick Warren, in his book, The Purpose Driven Life, writes: “Everyone’s life is driven by something. Most dictionaries define the word, “drive” as guide, control or direct. And so the question becomes, what is the “driving force of your life?” It may be a problem a pressure, or a deadline. It may be a painful memory, a haunting fear, or an unconscious belief. It could be guilt or resentment, or anger or fear or materialism or sexual pleasure or approval. We’re all driven by something. In fact, we may remember that Jesus himself said that, ‘No one can serve two masters.…’” What are some other things (outside of God’s Word) that people in our world might be driven by? 4. What does David say in Psalm 19:7-11 about God’s Word? 5. What are the benefits of basing your life on God’s Word? 6. Life’s most essential question is: “What is the meaning of life?” How would you answer that question, if someone asked you? 7. What does Psalm 119:105 add to your understanding of what God wants to do for you through His Word? “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” 2. We also connect with God through his world – or through creation. 8. The first 6 verses of this Psalm are about how God reveals Himself in creation. What are some things you can know about God through His creation? 9. Sometimes Christians are suspicious of science and think of it as our enemy. But modern science actually originated from Christians, whose belief that God made the world caused them to want to discover how it works. Rodney Stark wrote in his book, The Victory of Reason: “It is not an accident that science arose at a specific time and place, at the end of the Middle Ages in Europe, within the context of a Christian worldview that saw nature as the product of a rational God…. This was the eco-system needed to create science. The giants of that enterprise: Newton, Galileo, Kepler, and Des Cartes saw nature as a book written by God. Science was a way to know God….” What do you think of what Stark writes here? 10. Read what Paul says about Jesus in Colossians 1:16: “For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.” What does this communicate to you about Jesus and His relation to creation? 11. Read each of the following quotations, and discuss each of them with your group: · John Eldredge: “The beauty of nature reassures us that goodness is still real in the world, more real than harm or scarcity or evil. Beauty reassures us of abundance, especially that God is absolutely abundant in goodness and in life. Beauty reassures us there is plenty of life to be had, and it reassures us that the end of this Story is wonderful.” · George Washington Carver: “I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will take the time to tune in.” · Mother Teresa: “We need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness. God is the friend of silence. See how nature, trees, flowers, grass all grow in silence. See the stars, the moon, and the sun, how they move in silence. We need silence to be able to touch other souls.” · Anne Frank: “The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then can one feel that all is as it should be, and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. As long as this exists, and it certainly always will, I know then that there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstance may be, and I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.” 12. John Eldredge wrote, “The average person now spends 93% of their life indoors. This includes your time in transportation. So this means if you live to be 100, you will have spent 93 years in a little compartment and 7 outside in the dazzling, living world God created. We live most of our lives in a “fake” world. Artificial lighting instead of the warmth of sunlight or the cool of moonlight, or the darkness of light itself. Artificial climate rather than wild beauty of real weather – our world becomes a perfect 68 degrees with dull hum of our HVAC in the background.” Throughout this coming week, your spiritual practice assignment is to get outside and use creation as a way to connect with God. We invite you to send us your photos of outdoor beauty that helps you connect with God this week. Send the photos to: info@communityofhope.church. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Financial Peace University: Starts tomorrow night, January 25 and meets 9 weeks on Mondays, 6:30-8:00pm at our West Campus. The cost is $129 per family at Dave Ramsey’s website www.fpu.com/1129861, but you can try it out for the first week at no cost. Register here so we know you’re coming. · All-Church Family Picnic: Join us on Saturday, February 6th from 4-6pm at Commons Park for an afternoon of fun with other COHers. (Note the date change!!). Bring your own chairs, blankets, picnic, and outdoor games. Come prepared to enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the park. Invite your friends and family!!! · Men’s BBQ: Saturday, February 27, 10am – 1pm. Hey Guys! You won’t want to miss this chance to experience a great BBQ lunch, axe throwing, horseshoes, cornhole and classic cars – all at no cost. Invite your friends!! Register here so we know how many to expect. · Year-end Giving Statement: For instructions on how to get a your year-end giving statement for tax purposes, go to communityofhope.church/give · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-17-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609557904494-PN5WRC2NR9GUEGQ1SKSN/GYLB-BKG3.jpg Sermon Series - 01-17-2021 01-17-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West and Online), Jeff MacIntosh (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Get Your Life Back Week 3: Living Life From Its Source English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Icebreaker: Would you say that you have a “green thumb” or not? Share about your experience with gardening. 1. Read our memory verse for this series, Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” If you tried out the one-minute pause during this past week, share how that went for you. Was it helpful? How did it impact your soul? 2. Jesus said in Mark 8:36-37: “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul. Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?” What are some things in your own life that might be competing with Jesus for your soul? 3. Read John 15:1-8: “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes[a] so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. 4 Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. 5 “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 6 If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. 7 If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8 This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.” This passage gives several insights into Jesus’ idea of how to live: · Your Life is Your Choice. 4. Read John 15:1 again, noting that Jesus didn’t say He is the only vine, but rather, He said He is the true vine. What are some other “vines” that people might try to draw their life from? 5. What’s the problem with thinking any political leader could be our “savior”? 6. Read Psalm 90:12: “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” What is the psalmist trying to communicate here? · The Entire Christian Life Pre-Supposes an Orientation Around the Life of Jesus. 7. Look again at John 15:4-5. What did Jesus mean by the word “remain,” and what are some implications of what He said about remaining in Him? 8. How do we do this? · Jesus’ life had a rhyme, a rhythm and a song! 9. Look again at John 15:8. - The rhyme is that Jesus mirrored God. His life reflected God the Father. - The rhythm is reflected in what author John Eldredge said: “Our blistering pace of life is harmful to the soul. This is because love and hurry are incompatible. Hurry can cause you to miss what you love and what you have. Jesus was never in a hurry. He never ran anywhere, he always walked. Jesus shows a lifestyle that had a pace without hurry – one that welcomed the holy interruptions into his day as graces from God.” What do you think of what Eldredge says? 10. Author and speaker Ann Voskamp said: “We should watch out for being in a hurry and trying to get to the next thing without ever entering into the thing in front of us. I cannot think of a single advantage I have ever gained from being in a hurry. But a thousand broken and missed things, tens of thousands, lie in the wake of all the rushing…. Through all that haste I thought I was making up time. It turns out, I was throwing it away.” What is Ann communicating here? Do you agree or disagree, and why? 11. Throughout this coming week, try adding the following practice to the spiritual discipline we learned last week. As you enter into a one-minute pause, repeat the words, “Jesus, I give everyone and everything to you.” Plan to share with your group next week how this impacted your soul. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Groups Launch Season: If you’re not in a Community of Hope small group, but would like to find one, it’s not too late! Lots of new groups are starting - some online, some outdoors, and some in person following CDC guidelines. Go to communityofhope.church/groups to see a complete list of available groups and sign up for the one that fits you. · All-Church Family Picnic: Join us on Saturday, February 6th from 4-6pm at Commons Park for an afternoon of fun with other COHers. (Note the date change!!). Bring your own chairs, blankets, picnic, and outdoor games. Come prepared to enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the park. Invite your friends!!! · Night to Shine: Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, this is an incredible event for our special needs friends ages 14 and older. Each year, this has been an unforgettable prom experience, centered on God's love. Due to COVID-19, Night to Shine will be a virtual experience this year. On February 12, 2021, COH will host what we’re calling a Shine at Home Experience where our volunteers will deliver gifts and celebrate our special friends at their homes. Go to https://communityofhope.church/specialfriends to be a guest. To volunteer, go here. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-10-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-01-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609557904494-PN5WRC2NR9GUEGQ1SKSN/GYLB-BKG3.jpg Sermon Series - 01-10-2021 01-10-2021 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West and Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Get Your Life Back Week 2: I Could Never…. English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. 1. New Year’s is a time when many people seek to start new habits. If you’ve made any New Year’s resolutions, share about those with your group. 2. This sermon series was inspired by a book by John Eldredge called Get Your Life Back that addresses God’s plan for how to do life in a world that tends to steal the life out of our souls. As important as our physical bodies and minds are, our souls are the most essential part of who we are. Jesus said in Mark 8:36-37: “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul. Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?” What thoughts come to your mind when you read these words of Jesus? 3. Read our memory verse for this series, Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Does your life demonstrate that you believe this? 4. Read Luke 5:1-16: “One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, the people were crowding around him and listening to the word of God. 2 He saw at the water’s edge two boats, left there by the fishermen, who were washing their nets. 3 He got into one of the boats, the one belonging to Simon, and asked him to put out a little from shore. Then he sat down and taught the people from the boat. 4 When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” 5 Simon answered, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” 6 When they had done so, they caught such a large number of fish that their nets began to break. 7 So they signaled their partners in the other boat to come and help them, and they came and filled both boats so full that they began to sink. 8 When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus’ knees and said, “Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!” 9 For he and all his companions were astonished at the catch of fish they had taken, 10 and so were James and John, the sons of Zebedee, Simon’s partners. Then Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will fish for people.” 11 So they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him. 12 While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell with his face to the ground and begged him, “Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean.” 13 Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” And immediately the leprosy left him. 14 Then Jesus ordered him, “Don’t tell anyone, but go, show yourself to the priest and offer the sacrifices that Moses commanded for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.” 15 Yet the news about him spread all the more, so that crowds of people came to hear him and to be healed of their sicknesses. 16 But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” This passage shows four common misunderstandings about Jesus: · He can’t understand me. 5. Look again at verse 5. Peter seemed to feel like Jesus didn’t understand what it was like to be Peter. Have you ever had the feeling that Jesus couldn’t understand you or your life situation? If so, share about that. · He’ll never accept me. 6. Look again at verse 8. Peter seemed to doubt that Jesus could accept him because of how sinful his life had been. Many people feel like they’re not good enough to receive Jesus’ grace and begin to grow in his holiness. If you or someone you’ve known has felt that way share about that. 7. Read Luke 7:36-50: When one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to have dinner with him, he went to the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table. 37 A woman in that town who lived a sinful life learned that Jesus was eating at the Pharisee’s house, so she came there with an alabaster jar of perfume. 38 As she stood behind him at his feet weeping, she began to wet his feet with her tears. Then she wiped them with her hair, kissed them and poured perfume on them. 39 When the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a sinner.” 40 Jesus answered him, “Simon, I have something to tell you.” “Tell me, teacher,” he said. 41 “Two people owed money to a certain moneylender. One owed him five hundred denarii,[a] and the other fifty. 42 Neither of them had the money to pay him back, so he forgave the debts of both. Now which of them will love him more?” 43 Simon replied, “I suppose the one who had the bigger debt forgiven.” “You have judged correctly,” Jesus said. 44 Then he turned toward the woman and said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? I came into your house. You did not give me any water for my feet, but she wet my feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair. 45 You did not give me a kiss, but this woman, from the time I entered, has not stopped kissing my feet. 46 You did not put oil on my head, but she has poured perfume on my feet. 47 Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” 48 Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” 49 The other guests began to say among themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?” 50 Jesus said to the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” What does this story tell you about Jesus’ forgiveness? · He doesn’t really want to help me. 8. Look again at Luke 5:12-13 where the leprous man wondered if Jesus would be willing to heal him. What does Jesus’ response communicate to you? 9. Why do you think some people doubt that God wants to help them? · I could never be like him. 10. Sometimes we think Jesus was able to do what he did because he had special advantages as God. But Scripture teaches that – even though Jesus was God in his identity – while he was on earth, he was like us in every way, except that he resisted temptation and never sinned. Look at Luke 5:15-16 to see what Jesus did to recharge his soul. What does that tell you about how to recharge your soul when you’re depleted? 11. Throughout this coming week, try using the spiritual discipline of the one-minute pause, where you simply stop everything and quiet your soul for 60 seconds. Set a reminder to do this at least once each day, and share with your group next week how this impacted your soul. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Groups Launch Season: If you’re not in a Community of Hope small group, but would like to find one, January is a perfect time to do that! Lots of new groups are starting in the next few weeks. Some will meet online, some outdoors, and some in person following CDC guidelines. Go to communityofhope.church/groups to see a complete list of available groups and sign up for the one that fits you. · All-Church Family Picnic: Join us on Sunday, February 7th from 4-6pm at Commons Park for an afternoon of fun with other COHers. Bring your own chairs, blankets, picnic, and outdoor games. Come prepared to enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the park. Invite your friends!!! · Connections: Our next Connections class series will be on Sundays, from 10:30-11:45 a.m. beginning January 17th. This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected at COH and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. If you wish, at the end of the four weeks, you can become a Community of Hope partner, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The class will take place in room 104 on our West campus with participants wearing face masks. Or if you prefer, you can attend over Zoom. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Night to Shine – Shine Through: Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, this is an incredible event for our special needs friends ages 14 and older. Each year, this has been an unforgettable prom experience, centered on God's love. Due to COVID-19, Night to Shine will be a virtual experience this year. On February 12, 2021, COH will host a choice of a Shine-Thru Experience or a Shine at Home Experience. For more information or to register to attend go to https://communityofhope.church/specialfriends. To volunteer, go here. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-03-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-01-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609557904494-PN5WRC2NR9GUEGQ1SKSN/GYLB-BKG3.jpg Sermon Series - 01-03-2021 01-03-2021 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West and online) and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Get Your Life Back Week 1: Get Yoked (A Life-Giving Invitation) English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. 1. Many of us feel like something was stolen from us in 2020. If there was an area where you felt that way during this past year, share briefly about that. 2. This sermon series is based on a book by John Eldredge called Get Your Life Back that addresses how the way we do life in today’s world can often suck the life out of our souls. Bilbo Baggins in J.R.R. Tolkien’s book The Lord of the Rings said, “I feel thin, sort of stretched, like butter scraped over too much bread.” In what ways, if any, can you identify with this? 3. Read Jesus’ words in our memory verse for this series, Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” What do you notice in this passage? What questions come to your mind? Jesus offers a lifestyle… 4. A yoke is a lifestyle. What is Jesus communicating here about the lifestyle He offers his followers? 5. Author Dallas Willard said: “In this truth lies the secret of the easy yoke: the secret involves living as [Jesus] lived the entirety of his life – adopting his overall life-style…. Our mistake is to think that following Jesus consists in loving our enemies, going the “second mile,” turning the other cheek, suffering patiently and hopefully – while living the rest of our lives just as everyone else around us does... It’s a strategy bound to fail.” What is Dallas Willard getting at here? How do you feel about what he says? Jesus offers a lifestyle that leads to rest... 6. Look again at Jesus’ words in verse 29. When you see the word “rest” what comes to your mind? What is restful for you personally? Jesus offers a lifestyle that leads to rest because He is the God of restoration. 7. John Eldredge differentiates between “relief” and “restoration.” Sometimes when we’re stressed or tired, we crash and try to get “relief” rather than getting Jesus’ restorative rest for our souls. Eldredge writes: “Relief is momentary. It’s checking out, numbing, sedating yourself. Television is relief. Eating a bag of cookies is relief. Tequila is relief. And let’s be honest – relief is what we reach for because it’s immediate and usually within our grasp. Most of us turn there when what we really need is restoration.” Are there things you’ve sometimes tended to do for momentary relief when you’re feeling the stress of life? If so, share about that. 8. Read the following passages: · Exodus 33:14: “The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” · Jeremiah 6:16a: “This is what the Lord says: “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.” · Psalm 23:1-3a: “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he refreshes my soul.” What do these passages tell you about what God is like? 9. If you previously had a picture of God that was different from the one in the Bible passages above, what was your picture of God like? 10. The Message expresses Matthew 11:28-30 this way: “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.” What does this add to your understanding of this passage? 11. Get some time alone and answer this Soul Questionnaire for yourself: · When was the last time you felt carefree? · Are you happy most of the time? · Do you feel deeply loved? · Are you excited about your future? · How often do you feel lighthearted? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Groups Launch Season: If you’re not in a Community of Hope small group, but would like to find one, January is a perfect time to do that! Lots of new groups are starting in the next few weeks. Some will meet online, some outdoors, and some in person following CDC guidelines. Go to communityofhope.church/groups to see a complete list of available groups and sign up for the one that fits you. · Connections: Our next Connections class series will be on Sundays, from 10:30-11:45 a.m. beginning January 17th. This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected at COH and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. If you wish, at the end of the four weeks, you can become a Community of Hope partner, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. The class will take place in room 104 on our West campus with participants wearing face masks. Or if you prefer, you can attend over Zoom. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Care Portal connects local churches and the Department of Children and Families. Through this system, we can be a part of meeting the tangible needs of vulnerable families in our community, keeping kids out of foster care when possible. Become a responder and you will be notified when there is a need for items like cribs, beds, car seats or more. Get more information at https://communityofhope.church/foster. · Night to Shine – Shine Through: Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, this is an incredible event for our special needs friends ages 14 and older. Each year, this has been an unforgettable prom experience, centered on God's love. Due to COVID-19, Night to Shine will be a virtual experience this year. On February 12, 2021, COH will host a choice of a Shine-Thru Experience or a Shine at Home Experience. For more information or to register to attend go to https://communityofhope.church/specialfriends. To volunteer, go here. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-27-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-12-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1609087828144-66H5PPSZ74GYRW0YY0FU/Journey+Through+John+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-27-2020 12-27-2020 Brandon Weaver (Online English) S.O.A.P. English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. 1. Looking back over 2020, how has God’s Word helped you when you’ve felt depleted or discouraged in this challenging year? 2. Read Psalm 32:8: I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. God wants to teach you the way to go, and He often does that through Scripture. Share about a time when you felt God gave you personal direction for your life while you were reading the Bible. 3. You can hear the voice of God through reading the Bible, but if you want this to happen, you have to be intentional and schedule this into your calendar. Think about your day tomorrow, and schedule a time when you could spend about 15 minutes reading the Bible and going through the SOAP acronym. Write this into your calendar now. The SOAP acronym guides us through a simple process: S = Scripture As you read the entire Bible passage for the day, pay attention to whether a certain verse or phrase jumps out at you. Pick one thought or idea that you feel led to focus on that relates most to your life at the present. Take a blank page in a journal or notebook, and write that verse or phrase out next to the letter “S”. Trust that this is what God will use to instruct you and help you grow spiritually as you go through the next three steps. 4. Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17: All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. The Bible wasn’t just dropped out of heaven, yet Paul tells us it was “God breathed.” What does it mean that Scripture is “God-breathed”? How is the Bible different from other books? O = Observation Observe what’s being taught regarding the idea or verse that God led you to in the “S” step above. Write a few sentences regarding the who, what, when where, and why in the passage. We recommend the Bibleproject.com, which has helpful, free overview videos of each book of the Bible. Each time you start reading a new book of the Bible, begin with their video of that book to help you better understand it as you read. 5. Share something you recently observed as you read the Bible. A = Application Hold your life up to the Scripture. This is a time to focus on your own life, rather than thinking of how other people should be following God’s instructions better. Use words like “I,” “me,” and “my,” and consider… · How am I doing with living out what I observed here? · Is there anything I need to confess to God or to others? · Are there changes I need to make in my life? · Are there promises or encouraging ideas that God wants me to accept and rest in? · What is God saying to me personally? 6. Read James 1:22-25: Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. 23 Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror 24 and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. 25 But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it—not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it—they will be blessed in what they do. What is James’ point here? 7. Community of Hope’s fountain at our West Campus entrance has this verse on it. Romans 15:13: May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Tell about a time when another Christian’s hope overflowed into your life and helped you get through a difficult season. P = Prayer Close out your journal entry by writing out a simple prayer asking God to help you incorporate what you just learned into your daily life. Respond to God in whatever ways He leads you – asking for His help, or expressing your love and gratitude to him. 8. Studies show that it’s possible to form a new habit by doing something consistently for at least 21 days. Join your church in doing this with our “Journey Through John” 24-day reading plan, designed to help new Bible readers learn how to read and understand Scripture using the SOAP acronym. Go to the YouVersion app “Find Plans” and search for “Journey Through John” or use this link: https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/22757-journey-through-john. It might help you to do this with together friends. Check out that feature on the YouVersion app. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · It’s not too late to give to our Annual Missions Offering! Support our missions partners and our outreach into our community and help us get the equipment and staff to better reach people through online teaching. For more information on our Missions Offering, go to https://communityofhope.church/missions-offering · Get Your Life Back Sermon Series starts next week! If you feel like 2020 stole some of your life, join us next week for our new sermon series to see God’s plan for how to get your life back. · Groups Launch Season: Experiencing community is more important now than ever. If you’re not in a small group yet, we want to help you find one where you can build friendships, grow spiritually, and care for each other. We’re offering some great topics as well as Bible study and support groups. Check out a list of available groups for 2021 and fill out a group request form at communityofhope.church/groups, and we’ll get you connected to a group that works for you. · Our next Connections Class: This 4-week class is the best way to get more connected at COH and grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life. If you wish, at the end of the four weeks, you can become a Community of Hope partner, which opens more opportunities for leadership and service. Our next Connections class series will be held on Sundays, from 10:30-11:45 a.m. at the West Campus (and simultaneously online) beginning January 17th. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Daniel Fast Group: This 5-week support group will support you as you participate in a 21-day fast, designed to help you draw near to God and give your body and soul a fresh start as you begin the new year. The Group will meet Sundays from 9–10:15am outdoors on the West Campus porch beginning January 3. Register at communityofhope.church/groups. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-20-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1606619954720-FHIT5149GC4WJSR4L92N/MR+-+Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 12-20-2020 12-20-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West and online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Make Room Week 4: Inn Every Room English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Luke 2:6-7: “While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” 1. The 4th Advent candle represents love. When you think about Jesus’ love for you, what comes to your mind? 2. The Apostle John’s Christmas account is captured in John 1:14: “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” John calls Jesus “The Word.” What do we learn about Jesus in this verse? 3. Read John 14:15-23: “If you love me, keep my commands. 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. 18 I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. 19 Before long, the world will not see me anymore, but you will see me. Because I live, you also will live. 20 On that day you will realize that I am in my Father, and you are in me, and I am in you. 21 Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them.” 22 Then Judas (not Judas Iscariot) said, “But, Lord, why do you intend to show yourself to us and not to the world?” 23 Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.” 4. What do the words “make our home with them” mean to you? What thoughts come to your mind when you think of the Triune God making His home with you? The disciples teach us some things about how to make room for Christ in our lives: · It begins with willingness. 5. Experiencing life with God begins with willingness. God can do amazing things with a willing heart. What are some ways to develop a willing heart, so that you can experience life with God? · The 2nd stage is awareness. 6. What impact does it have on a person’s life, when they begin to get in tune with and become aware of God’s presence with them? 7. When something is new in your life, you’re excited about it. But after a while, “habituation” can set in and you go on auto-pilot and just view it as ordinary. If you’ve ever experienced “habituation” with regard to your spiritual life, what helped you come out of that and grow more aware of God’s presence in your ilfe again? · Stage 3 is participation and practice. 8. When we give God a try, it enables us to experience more of His presence. John Donne said “Christianity hasn’t been tried and found wanting, as much as it’s been found difficult and left untried.” What did he mean by that? · The 4th stage is surrender. 9. Note in John 14 that Jesus named some conditions for experiencing God’s presence. What are those conditions? 10. Note what Jesus said about the God’s presence in John 14:17b: “…But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.” Consider the difference between the prepositions “with” and “in.” What do you think Jesus meant by this statement? 11. Read Isaiah 9:6: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” What hints are in this prophesy about some positive ways that Jesus could impact your life? Which of these resonates the most with you, and why? 12. Read Jesus’ words in Revelation 3:20: “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” What does this verse reveal about the heart of Jesus? What does it say about how to experience His presence? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Blue Christmas: On-demand online. If you’re grieving any kind of loss or hurt this year, join us for our online Blue Christmas Service as Pastor Trevor leads us through a time of remembrance, lament, and hope. Invite friends and family and share it on social media to help others find hope. For more information: https://communityofhope.church/bluechristmas. · Christmas at COH is going to be indoors, outdoors and online this year! On 12/24, we’re offering two indoor services at our East Campus on Military Trail - at 5pm in English and 7pm in Spanish. At our West Campus in Loxahatchee, we’re offering outdoor services, weather permitting, at 5 and 7pm (bring your own chair or blanket to sit on). And beginning 12/21, you can watch our online service whenever it fits best for you. We encourage you to share our online service on social media. It could make a big difference in someone’s life! · Our Christmas Missions Offering this year goes to support our missions partners and our outreach into our community and will also help us get the equipment and staff to better reach people through online teaching. For more information on our Missions Offering, go to https://communityofhope.church/missions-offering · Our Sunday, December 27 service will be online only. There will be no in-person services at any of our campuses. If you know someone who has a computer or phone, but needs help understanding how to watch the service, contact Jeff@communityofhope.church. Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-13-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1606619954720-FHIT5149GC4WJSR4L92N/MR+-+Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 12-13-2020 12-13-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West and online), Jessica Stafford (East), and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Make Room Week 3: Treasure Hunt English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Luke 2:6-7: “While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” 1. On Monday, December 21st, people in the northern hemisphere will be able to see what astronomers call the “Christmas Star.” Jupiter and Saturn will be in alignment and closer to earth than they’ve been in 800 years. If it’s clear that night, you’ll see it during the first hour after sundown by looking in the southwest sky close to the horizon. Read what David wrote in Psalm 19:1: “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.” How does the sky help people recognized God’s glory? 2. Read Matthew 2:1-12: After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3 When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. 4 When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. 5 “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written: 6 “‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’” 7 Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time the star had appeared. 8 He sent them to Bethlehem and said, “Go and search carefully for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him.” 9 After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10 When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. 11 On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. 12 And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route. 3. Matthew refers to these men as “Magi.” They weren’t kings, and there probably weren’t exactly three of them. It may have actually been a whole caravan of astrologers from Persia – modern day Iran. Even though astrology was forbidden in Scripture, God saw that their hearts were seeking the right thing, and he helped them to find Jesus. 2 Chronicles 16:9a says, “For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” What does this verse communicate about how God might reach out to people all around the world? 4. The word “treasure” can be both a noun and a verb. Read Luke 2:19: “But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.” What do you notice about the meaning of the word “treasured” in this verse? What does the word “treasure” mean to you? What do we learn from the Magi about making room for Jesus? · We seek what we treasure. 5. People go to extreme lengths to pursue what they treasure. What are some things you’ve seen people do to pursue something that they personally consider a treasure? 6. If you were to ask someone who knows you well (like your spouse or your kids) what they think you treasure most, what would they say? 7. Read Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:19-20, 33: “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal…. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” What was Jesus trying to help people understand in this passage? 8. Christian author Randy Alcorn wrote: “He who lays up treasures on earth spends his life backing away from his treasures. To him, death is loss. He who lays up treasures in heaven looks forward to eternity; he's moving daily toward his treasures. To him, death is gain. He who spends his life moving toward his treasures has reason to rejoice.” What did he mean by this? · We worship what we treasure. 9. What are some things that people in our culture “worship”? And what are some things people do as part of their “worship” of these things? 10. What can our culture’s worship of these things teach us about how to be more devoted and expressive in our worship of Jesus? · We give our treasure to what we treasure. 11. The Magi gave very valuable treasures to Jesus, because they recognized that Jesus is truly the most valuable treasure there is. Jesus doesn’t need your money, but he wants your heart. As he said in Matthew 6:21, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be.” You can tell what you actually treasure by looking at your calendar and your bank account. When you look at your calendar and your bank account, what values do you see there? 12. Augustine said, “Where your pleasure is, there is your treasure. Where your treasure is, there is your heart. Where your heart is, there is your happiness.” What does this add to your understanding of what it means to treasure something? Consider on your own: Christian giving begins as an act of obedience, but it grows to a deeper level of devotion when we begin to truly treasure Jesus and treasure what Jesus treasures. · If you’ve never given to God before, would you consider giving for the 1st time? · If you’ve given to God, but inconsistently, would you consider beginning to give regularly? · If you give regularly, but it’s become “auto pilot” for you, how might you make your giving a deeper experience of treasuring Jesus? · If you’re in a situation where COVID provided you with unexpected financial thriving, how might you express your thanks to God for that? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Blue Christmas: On-demand online. If you’re grieving any kind of loss or hurt this year, join us for our online Blue Christmas Service as Pastor Trevor leads us through a time of remembrance, lament, and hope. Invite friends and family and share it on social media to help others find hope. For more information: https://communityofhope.church/bluechristmas. · Christmas Caroling Outreach: Many people in our community feel isolated this Christmas. COH wants to encourage groups of Christmas carolers to bring holiday cheer to those who need encouragement. All you need to do is gather your small group of some friends, pick up some COH Christmas invite cards from the church, and sing tidings of comfort and joy to your neighbors. Need help finding a group to sing with? Fill out this form. · Christmas at COH is going to be indoors, outdoors and online this year! On 12/24, we’re offering two indoor services at our East Campus on Military Trail - at 5pm in English and 7pm in Spanish. At our West Campus in Loxahatchee, we’ll offer outdoor services, weather permitting, at 5 and 7pm. And beginning 12/21, you can watch our online service whenever it fits best for you. · Angel Tree: Help us love the 561 by donating $10 fast-food gift cards before December 17th to be given to the homeless in our community. Drop off at the Welcome Desk or the church office. See communityofhope.church/events for more details. · College & Career Group: Sundays at 7pm at our West Campus and Mondays at 6:30pm at Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach. If you’re a young adult (out of high school through mid-20s), we invite you to attend our College & Career Group. Even if you’re just home from school for a short time over the holidays, we would love to have you come and connect with us. For more information, go to https://communityofhope.church/cohcollegecareer · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! This year our Christmas Missions Offering goes to support our missions partners and our outreach into our community and will also help us get the equipment and staff to better reach people through online teaching . To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. For more information on our Missions Offering, go to https://communityofhope.church/missions-offering https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-06-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-12-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1606619954720-FHIT5149GC4WJSR4L92N/MR+-+Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 12-06-2020 12-06-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Make Room Week 2: Time for Christmas English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Luke 2:6-7: “While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” 1. What are some of your favorite aspects of the Christmas season? 2. Read Luke 10:38-42: As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!” 41 “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, 42 but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” 3. People often misunderstand this story as if Mary was the spiritual one, and Martha was not. What indications do we have that Martha wasn’t unspiritual, but actually had a deep love for Jesus, just as Mary did? 4. Like Martha, many of us have a tendency toward distraction – especially in December. What are some of things that tend to distract you from the real meaning of Christmas at this time of year? 5. Not just at Christmas, but all throughout the year, it’s easy to get distracted from our relationship with Jesus. Talk about the main things that generally distract you from Jesus in everyday life. 6. Read Psalm 39:4-7: “Show me, Lord, my life’s end and the number of my days; let me know how fleeting my life is. You have made my days a mere handbreadth; the span of my years is as nothing before you. Everyone is but a breath, even those who seem secure. “Surely everyone goes around like a mere phantom; in vain they rush about, heaping up wealth without knowing whose it will finally be. “But now, Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you. What is the Psalmist trying to communicate here? What does he want us to understand? Over-activity tends to impact us in a number of ways. · It distorts my perspective on life. 7. How does over-activity distort a person’s perspective on life? · It destroys God’s image within me 8. How could over-activity damage God’s image within you? · It diverts my attention from where real hope is found 9. How could over-activity cause a person to miss the source of real hope? 10. In Luke 10:42, Jesus states that Mary had made a good choice in choosing to sit at his feet and listen to Jesus. When you’ve chosen to spend time with Jesus and listen to him, what have you experienced? 11. Our lives are made up of choices. What helps you choose wisely in your little daily decisions about what to give your time to? 12. Read this prayer out loud together as a group: “Father, help me to live this day to the full, being true to you in every way. Jesus, help me to give myself away to others, being kind to everyone I meet. Spirit, help me to love the lost, proclaiming Christ in all I do and say. Amen.” What do you notice in this prayer? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Angel Tree: Help us love the 561 by providing gift cards for kids in foster care and for our homeless neighbors. Donate a $25 gift card to Target, Wal-Mart or Amazon before December 7th for kids in foster care. Or donate a $10 fast-food gift card before December 17th for the homeless in our community. Gift cards can be dropped off at the Welcome Desk or the church office. See communityofhope.church/events for more details. · Blue Christmas: Streaming online on December 7th and on-demand after that. If you’re grieving any kind of loss or hurt this year, join us for our online Blue Christmas Service as Pastor Trevor leads us through a time of remembrance, lament, and hope. Invite friends and family. Share it on social media. For more information: https://communityofhope.church/bluechristmas. · Christmas Caroling Outreach: Many people in our community feel isolated this Christmas. COH wants to encourage groups of Christmas carolers to bring holiday cheer to those who need encouragement. All you need to do is gather your small group of some friends, pick up some COH Christmas invite cards from the church, and sing tidings of comfort and joy to your neighbors. Need help finding a group to sing with? Fill out this form. · Christmas at COH is going to be indoors, outdoors and online this year! On 12/24, we’re offering two indoor services at our East Campus on Military Trail - at 5pm in English and 7pm in Spanish. At our West Campus in Loxahatchee, we’ll offer outdoor services, weather permitting, at 5 and 7pm. And beginning 12/21, you can watch our online service whenever it fits best for you. · College & Career Group: Sundays at 7pm at our West Campus and Mondays at 6:30pm at Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach. If you’re a young adult (out of high school through mid-20s), we invite you to attend our College & Career Group. Even if you’re just home from school for a short time over the holidays, we would love to have you come and connect with us. For more information, go to https://communityofhope.church/cohcollegecareer · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! This year our Christmas Missions Offering goes to support our missions partners and our outreach into our community and will also help us get the equipment and staff to better reach people through online teaching . To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. For more information on our Missions Offering, go to https://communityofhope.church/missions-offering https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-29-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1606619954720-FHIT5149GC4WJSR4L92N/MR+-+Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 11-29-2020 11-29-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston, and Pastor Efrain Silva (East and Español) Sermon Series: Make Room Week 1: Prepare English PDF file for printing Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Luke 2:6-7: “While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” Icebreaker: Tell about some practical things you’ve been doing to begin preparing for this year’s Christmas celebration. 1. John the Baptist is the “other baby” in the Christmas story. John and Jesus were cousins born just a few months apart, and they probably played together as kids. John’s mother Elizabeth’s miraculous pregnancy was one of the signs to encourage Jesus’ mother Mary’s faith; and Mary stayed with Elizabeth during her pregnancy to get her help and guidance. God often gives us another person who is going through a similar experience to help us get through a challenging time in life. If you’ve experienced that in your life, share about that. 2. Advent is intended to be a season when we prepare our hearts for Jesus’ coming. Read Luke 1:17, which was prophesied about John the Baptist before he was even born. “And he will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the parents to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” What do you notice in this passage about the assignment John the Baptist was given by God? 3. Read about how John the Baptist lived out this ministry in Mark 1:1-8: “The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, 2 as it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way”- 3 “a voice of one calling in the wilderness, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him.’” 4 And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 The whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River. 6 John wore clothing made of camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. 7 And this was his message: “After me comes the one more powerful than I, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. 8 I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.” John the Baptist taught us how to prepare for Jesus Christ’s coming in three ways: We prepare by admitting our brokenness. 4. How does confessing or admitting our sin and brokenness make more room for God in our lives? 5. A lot of people have an aversion to the idea of “confession” because of bad past experiences with organized religion. If you have any negative feelings about “confession,” share with your group where that came from. 6. Confession is a good gift from God. Read 1 John 1:8-9: “If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” Why does God want confession to be part of your life? We prepare by changing direction. 7. John the Baptist spoke a lot about repentance. Some people misunderstand that word thinking it requires self-loathing or doing penance. The word “repentance” simply means “a change of direction.” What are some ways that your life changed direction when you came to faith in Christ? 8. The direction we are headed determines our destination. As you consider the goals you would like to arrive at this Christmas, what directional changes do you sense God nudging you to make in your life? How might you approach December differently this year as a result of this sermon? We prepare by asking for the Spirit’s power. 9. Read Mark 1:8, where John prophesied that Jesus would baptize people with the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit lives inside each believer so that we can experience God’s love and receive His power to live life God’s way. How have you experienced the Holy Spirit in your life? 10. The Holy Spirit lives in every believer, so if you’re a believer, you can be confident He lives in you. But it’s always good to ask for more of Him and to submit more of yourself to His control. Name some things that can happen in a person when they give the Holy Spirit more room in their life. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Blue Christmas: Streaming online on December 7th. If you’re grieving any kind of loss or hurt this year, join us for our online Blue Christmas Service. Pastor Trevor will lead us through a time of remembrance, lament, and hope. Invite friends and family, and share it on social media. For more information go to: https://communityofhope.church/bluechristmas. · Angel Tree: This Christmas, help us love the 561 by providing gift cards for kids in foster care and for our homeless neighbors. Donate a $25 gift card to Target, Wal-Mart or Amazon before December 7th for kids in foster care. Or donate a $10 fast-food gift card before December 17th for the homeless in our community. Gift cards can be dropped off at the Welcome Desk or the church office. See communityofhope.church/events for more details. · The Gospel According to Scrooge: This musical production will be performed at our East Campus on Military Trail on Friday, December 4 at 7:30pm, Saturday, December 5 at 7pm, and Sunday, December 6 at 3pm. Admission is free, but there will be a free-will offering. For more information, go to torchandtrumpet.com. · College & Career Group: Sundays at 7pm at our West Campus and Mondays at 6:30pm at Commons Park in Royal Palm Beach. If you’re a young adult (out of high school through mid-20s), we invite you to attend our College & Career Group. Even if you’re just home from school for a short time over the holidays, we would love to have you come and connect with us. For more information, go to https://communityofhope.church/cohcollegecareer · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-22-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-11-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1604512457526-NSOBLXQ95UP6RYDFXJ4E/Web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-22-2020 11-22-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston (West, East and Online) and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Attitude of Gratitude Week 3: Whatever! English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Colossians 3:17: “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” 1. Paul taught and modeled that gratitude isn’t just for when things are going well. In fact, gratitude is especially important when things aren’t going well. Share a story of someone you know who’s been an example of what it looks like to have gratitude in difficult circumstances. 2. Read the Apostle Paul’s words in Colossians 3:12-17, 23-24: “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him…. 23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, 24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” List some areas of life that could be included in the words, “Whatever you do” and “do it all.” Three areas of life where your gratitude to Christ should show up are… Your Work: 3. Pastor Trevor gave this principal from Colossians 3:23-24: “Who you think you work for determines how you do your work.” What did he mean by that? 4. Brother Lawrence was a Carmelite monk in Paris in 1650’s who was given the job of dish washing. He developed a habit he called “practicing the presence of God” while doing this menial work. A guest was so impressed by this, that he wrote a book about it that still impacts people today. Share how you seek to experience God’s presence in the midst of the mundane tasks of life. 5. What are some ways you could live out your gratitude to Christ in your current job? Your Relationships: 6. Name some specific ways that your gratitude to Christ should show up in your relationships, according to Paul’s teaching in our Colossians 3 passage. 7. Read the Parable of the Ungrateful Servant in Matthew 18:21-35: Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” 22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times. 23 “Therefore, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. 24 As he began the settlement, a man who owed him ten thousand bags of gold was brought to him. 25 Since he was not able to pay, the master ordered that he and his wife and his children and all that he had be sold to repay the debt. 26 “At this the servant fell on his knees before him. ‘Be patient with me,’ he begged, ‘and I will pay back everything.’ 27 The servant’s master took pity on him, canceled the debt and let him go. 28 “But when that servant went out, he found one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred silver coins. He grabbed him and began to choke him. ‘Pay back what you owe me!’ he demanded. 29 “His fellow servant fell to his knees and begged him, ‘Be patient with me, and I will pay it back.’ 30 “But he refused. Instead, he went off and had the man thrown into prison until he could pay the debt. 31 When the other servants saw what had happened, they were outraged and went and told their master everything that had happened. 32 “Then the master called the servant in. ‘You wicked servant,’ he said, ‘I canceled all that debt of yours because you begged me to. 33 Shouldn’t you have had mercy on your fellow servant just as I had on you?’ 34 In anger his master handed him over to the jailers to be tortured, until he should pay back all he owed. 35 “This is how my heavenly Father will treat each of you unless you forgive your brother or sister from your heart.” What does this parable teach you about how God would want His forgiveness of your sin to impact your relationships with others? 8. Think of a tension or hurt that you are currently experiencing in a relationship. How could the love, grace and forgiveness that God has offered you help you in your response to that person? Your Stuff: 9. Scripture often uses the expression “in word or deed” (see Colossians 3:17) regarding how our faith should impact our lives. Read James 2:14-17: “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” What is James saying here? 10. Look at Acts 2:44-45 to get a taste of how the early church lived: “All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need.” What inspired these early Christians to live this way? 11. What are some ways you could express your gratitude to Christ with your “stuff”? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Celebrate Recovery Night of Worship & Thankfulness: Monday, November 23 at 7 p.m. at the West Campus. All are welcome! See Communityofhope.church/events for more information. · Angel Tree: This Christmas, help us love the 561 by providing gift cards for kids in foster care and for our homeless neighbors. Donate a $25 gift card to Target, Wal-Mart or Amazon before December 7th for kids in foster care. Or donate a $10 fast-food gift card before December 17th for the homeless in our community. Gift cards can be dropped off at the Welcome Desk or the church office. See communityofhope.church/events for more details. · The Gospel According to Scrooge: This musical production will be performed at our East Campus on Military Trail on Friday, December 4 at 7:30pm, Saturday, December 5 at 7pm, and Sunday, December 6 at 3pm. Admission is free, but there will be a free-will offering. For more information, go to torchandtrumpet.com. · Serving Opportunity: Kids of Hope is open and kids are coming! If you would like a place to serve where you can make a huge difference in someone’s life, join our KOH team! For more information, go to https://communityofhope.church/kids · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-15-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-11-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1604512457526-NSOBLXQ95UP6RYDFXJ4E/Web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-15-2020 11-15-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke (West & Online), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East), and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Attitude of Gratitude Week 2: A Few Thoughts About Thinking English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Colossians 3:17: “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” 1. The writers of Scripture remind us that gratitude isn’t just for when things are going well. In fact, gratitude is especially important when things aren’t going well. How has it impacted you when you were in a difficult season, but you chose to list things you were thankful for and express gratitude anyway? 2. What would you say is the main foundation for Christian gratitude? 3. Read the Apostle Paul’s words in Philippians 4:4-13: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. 10 I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Summarize what Paul is saying in this passage. 4. Author Gregg Lavoy writes, “Jesus promised those who would follow him three things… that they would be absurdly happy, entirely fearless, and always in trouble.” What popular cultural ideas does this statement go against? 5. Today we’re going to focus on our thoughts. Note that the portion of this passage about our thoughts begins with the word “Finally” in verse 8, which shows that it’s connected to what precedes it. What ideas are in the verses before that could impact your thought life? Paul points to 3 things to remember regarding our thoughts: · Let Your Thoughts Begin and End with God. 6. Read verse 8, noting the boundaries Paul gives for our thoughts. What do you notice about those boundaries? Why do you think God set up these particular boundaries for our thoughts? 7. Which aspect of these boundaries is most challenging for you personally to stay within? 8. Pastor Dale shared a story of a boy who felt a need during the night to know that his father’s face was turned toward him. You may feel that way about your heavenly Father, especially in dark times. Note David’s words in Psalm 139:7-12: “Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast. If I say, “Surely the darkness will hide me and the light become night around me,” even the darkness will not be dark to you; the night will shine like the day, for darkness is as light to you.” What does this Psalm communicate to you? What do you notice? · Aim at Higher and Better Thoughts. 9. Dr. Rick Hanson wrote a book called Hardwiring Happiness: The New Brain Science of Lasting Inner Strength and Peace. He describes what scientists call “Negativity Bias” saying, “The brain has a ‘negativity bias,’ making it like Velcro for bad experiences but Teflon for good ones…. We usually learn faster from pain than from pleasure. Strong dislikes are acquired faster than strong likes. In relationships, trust is easy to lose and hard to regain. Something bad about a person is better remembered than something good, which is why negative ads dominate political campaigns. Whether between family members or nations, long remembered grievances fuel long-running conflicts.” What do you think of what Dr. Hanson wrote? 10. In Philippians 4:9, Paul tells the Philippians that – with regard to their attitude and thoughts – they should do what they’ve seen in him. Would you be comfortable telling your kids to do what they’ve seen in you? Why, or why not? · Your Thoughts Determine Who You Become! 11. If your thought life and attitudes aren’t what they should be, the great news is that you don’t have to stay the way you are. An attitude of gratitude can grow in you. One helpful practice is this: In the absence of information, choose to fill that space with trust, rather than with suspicion. Our world is currently drowning in mistrust and suspicion. How can we avoid that type of thinking? 12. Read Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV): “For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” And read Proverbs 4:23: “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” What do these two passages communicate about the importance of your thought life? 13. Note in Philippians 4:9 that Paul says, “And the God of peace will be with you.” Paul isn’t saying that God would refuse to be with you if you don’t guard your thoughts. Paul is saying you may not be aware that God is with you if you don’t guard your thoughts and stay within these boundaries. If you’ve experienced this supernatural peace from God, describe what that was like. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · The Gospel According to Scrooge: This musical production will be performed at our East Campus on Military Trail on Friday, December 4 at 7:30pm, Saturday, December 5 at 7pm, and Sunday, December 6 at 3pm. Admission is free, but there will be a free-will offering. For more information, go to torchandtrumpet.com. · Support First Care Women’s Clinic as they seek to help women in crisis pregnancies choose life for their baby by participating in their Drive-through for Life and Virtual 5K fundraiser. More information at: https://firstcareforlife.com/walk-for-life-5k-run/ · Surviving the Holidays Seminars: The holiday season can be difficult for people grieving the loss of a loved one or a broken marriage. Each year, COH offers two different Surviving the Holidays seminars to help you get through this time in a healthy way. The first, a 90-minute in-person event, will discuss how to approach the holiday season when you’re experiencing grief: Monday, November 23, at 7pm at our West Campus or Thursday November 19, 6pm at our East Campus. And for those hurting from a broken marriage, join us for a special DivorceCare Surviving the Holidays online event at 8pm on November 18. Invite your friends! Everyone is welcome. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-08-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-11-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1604512457526-NSOBLXQ95UP6RYDFXJ4E/Web.jpg Sermon Series - 11-08-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/11-01-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-11-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1600973614627-PJW7ZR7XFQXS3N2CRART/Come+Alive+-++WEB+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 11-01-2020 11-01-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Online and West), Jeff MacIntosh (East) and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Come Alive! Week 6: Thy Kingdom Come English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Ephesians 5:14: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” 1. What are some false views of heaven that some people in our culture have? 2. Ecclesiastes 3:11 tells us that “God has set eternity in the hearts of men….” What does this mean? What are the implications of this verse? What evidence of this do we see in the world? 3. Read Jesus’ words in John 14:1-7 that were spoken the night before he was crucified: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going.” 5 Thomas said to him, “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” 6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7 If you really know me, you will know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.” What do you notice in these verses? What questions come to your mind? Christianity’s View of Heaven Includes 3 Aspects: · Heaven on Earth! 4. Read what Jesus said in John 17:3: “Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.” How did Jesus define “eternal life”? 5. How can we experience eternal life right now on earth? 6. In the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus taught us to pray, “Thy Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven.” What does this tell you about the role Jesus wants his followers to play in the world? 7. John Wesley suggested Christians should follow 3 rules about voting: 1) We should vote without fee or reward for the person we judge most worthy. 2) We should speak no evil of the person we vote against. 3) We should take care that our spirits are not sharpened against those who voted on the other side. In this election season, it’s important to remember that we actually serve another Kingdom. Our highest priority is our citizenship in heaven. How should this impact your thinking and behavior during an election season and in the coming days and weeks? · Heaven When You Die! 8. Read what Paul wrote in Philippians 1:21-24: “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. If I am to go on living in this body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far, but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.” We will all die one day, but if we are Christ-followers, we have the profound hope that our connection to him cannot be broken even by death. The moment we die, we will immediately be in Jesus’ presence. How does this fact impact your feelings about death? How does it impact the way you live now? · Heaven on Earth…Again! 9. Read what the Apostle John wrote about heaven in Revelation 21:1-4: “Then I saw “a new heaven and a new earth,” for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” What does this passage say about what heaven will be like? 10. Think back to the false views of heaven that you listed earlier in this discussion. How do they compare with the actual Biblical view of heaven? 11. How can focusing on heaven help you through challenges you’re experiencing in your life today? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · New Here? Let us know who you are by texting “hello” to 561-264-6079. · COH App: Be sure to download our app so you can stay connected with our church and get sermon notes, announcements and more! · Thanksgiving Food Drive: Community of Hope has the exciting goal to provide Thanksgiving meals for 1,000 families in our community this year! You can help by donating any of these items before November 8. Thank you! See updates on our progress at https://communityofhope.church/missions/ o $10 Publix Gift Card o Stuffing Mix o Cranberry Sauce o Gravy o Canned Vegetables o Boxed Mashed Potatoes (The goal of 1,000 has been reached for this item!) o Cornbread Mix o Boxed Cake or Brownie Mix · Support First Care Women’s Clinic as they seek to help women in crisis pregnancies choose life for their baby by participating in their Drive-through for life and virtual 5K fundraiser. More information at: https://firstcareforlife.com/walk-for-life-5k-run/ · Surviving the Holidays Seminars: The holiday season can be difficult for people grieving the loss of a loved one or a broken marriage. Each year, COH offers two different Surviving the Holidays seminars to help you get through this time in a healthy way. The first, a 90-minute in-person event, will discuss how to approach the holiday season when you’re experiencing grief: Monday, November 23, at 7pm at our West Campus or Thursday November 19, 6pm at our East Campus. And for those hurting from a broken marriage, join us for a special DivorceCare Surviving the Holidays online event at 8pm on November 18. Invite your friends! Everyone is welcome. Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Worship Team Family Reunion – Sunday November 8, 4:00-5:30pm, West Campus: If you have experience in leading worship or are interested in being part of the Worship Team, come on out to this event to enjoy some fellowship, a chance to worship God, and get renewal. Register at https://communityofhope.church/worship · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-25-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1600973614627-PJW7ZR7XFQXS3N2CRART/Come+Alive+-++WEB+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 10-25-2020 10-25-2020 Jessica Stafford, Children’s Ministry Director (Online and West), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East) and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Come Alive! Week 5: Start at the Finish Line English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Ephesians 5:14: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” Icebreaker: Of all the Halloween costumes you’ve ever dressed up in, which one was your favorite? 1. What do you hope people will say about you at your funeral? What adjectives do you want to be remembered for? Consider your various relationships such as: parent, child, spouse, employee, neighbor, friend, and even your relationship with God. 2. Read 2 Timothy 4:6-8: “For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” This was Paul’s farewell address, written to Timothy very near the end of Paul’s life. What do you notice about how Paul felt about his life as he looked back on it? 3. Many Christians start their spiritual journey well, but fewer finish well. Sadly, a number of Christian leaders recently have had moral failings later in life. Why is it difficult to finish well? Four Things Paul Did That Helped Him Finish Well: #1 – Decide 4. As Paul traveled to Jerusalem, where he expected imprisonment and possibly death, he told the Ephesian elders in Acts 20:24: “I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” What do you observe about Paul’s values and priorities? 5. We need to decide what we’re going to focus on and what it will take for us to finish well. Paul had pre-decided some things that helped him finish well. What had Paul pre-decided? #2 - Fight 6. Paul knew that people don’t just drift into a well-lived life, we have to fight for it. That starts with our daily habits. A study from Duke University found that about 40% of the actions we take every day are not the products of choices but of habits. Much of what is fundamentally shaping our existence is happening unconsciously. What do you think when you hear that? 7. Albert Einstein said, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Is there any area in your life where you’ve been hoping for different results, even though you keep doing things the same old way? 8. Jessica shared that she had to “fight” for her faith when she lost her mom. If you’ve ever experienced a season in your life when you had to fight for your faith, share about that. 9. Two habits Jessica added to her life as “fighting tools” were: 1) God first: Make God the absolute first thing you focus on each morning. 2) One-minute pause: John Eldredge writes in his book, Get Your Life Back: “I’ve seized the one minute pause as my sword against the madness.... It sounds almost too simple to be a practice that brings me more of God, but it’s very effective. Because what it does is open up soul space, breathing room. And God is right there. Over time, the cumulative effect is even better. It’s reshaping the pace of my day. It’s training my soul to find God as an experience more common than rare.” Tell about a “fighting tool” that you have in your life, or one that you could add into your life. #3 – Endure 10. Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 11:23-28: “I have worked much harder, been in prison more frequently, been flogged more severely, and been exposed to death again and again. Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was pelted with stones, three times I was shipwrecked, I spent a night and a day in the open sea, I have been constantly on the move. I have been in danger from rivers, in danger from bandits, in danger from my fellow Jews, in danger from Gentiles; in danger in the city, in danger in the country, in danger at sea; and in danger from false believers. I have labored and toiled and have often gone without sleep; I have known hunger and thirst and have often gone without food; I have been cold and naked. Besides everything else, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches.” Paul really went through all this! What does this tell you about Paul? 11. Read what the Old Testament prophet Habakkuk wrote in Habakkuk 3:17-18: “Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.” What are some modern day things out of your own life that you could fill into this passage? #4 - Partner 12. Paul wrote in 2 Timothy 4:17-18: “But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. And I was delivered from the lion’s mouth. The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom.” What was the secret to Paul’s ability to endure so much hardship and finish his life well? 13. Eugene Peterson said, “We survive in the way of faith not because we have extraordinary stamina but because God is righteous, because God sticks with us.” Read Habakkuk 3:19: “The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to tread on the heights.” How can you experience God’s strength when you’re in a difficult season? 14. Pray 1 Timothy 6:12 for each other as a group: “May God give you the strength to fight the good fight, to take hold of the eternal life to which you were called.” Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · Thanksgiving Food Drive: Community of Hope has the exciting goal to provide Thanksgiving meals for 1,000 families in our community this year! If you'd like to help, donate any of these items Sunday – Thursday, 8pm – 4pm. before November 8. Thank you! Get an up-to-date report of how we’re doing at https://communityofhope.church/missions/ o $10 Publix Gift Card o Stuffing Mix o Cranberry Sauce o Gravy o Canned Vegetables o Boxed Mashed Potatoes (The goal of 1,000 has been reached for this item!) o Cornbread Mix o Boxed Cake or Brownie Mix · Celebrate Recovery Anniversary: Join us in celebrating 8 years of helping people have victory over hurts, habits and hang-ups on Monday, October 26th at 7pm. Larry and Diane Mohr will share how C.R. has helped them overcome addiction and embrace freedom. Childcare will be provided. Please wear a mask! We’ll have a mask for you, if you need one! · Pumpkin Patch: Support our Student Ministry by purchasing pumpkins and baked goods. It’s also a great place to take some fall pictures! Open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. each day. · Worship Team Family Reunion – Sunday November 8, 4:00-5:30pm, West Campus: If you lead worship or are interested in being part of the Worship Team, come on out to this event to enjoy some fellowship, a chance to worship God, and get renewal. Register at https://communityofhope.church/worship · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-18-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-10-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1600973614627-PJW7ZR7XFQXS3N2CRART/Come+Alive+-++WEB+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 10-18-2020 10-18-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Online and West), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East) and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Come Alive! Week 4: 20/20 Vision English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Ephesians 5:14: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” 1. In this series, we’re talking about the deeper work God wants to do in our lives through the power of the Holy Spirit. As we grow in Christ, we become more fully ourselves – the best version of ourselves. We begin to look more like Jesus. Read 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” Talk about some ways you’ve been changing since the time you gave your life to Christ. 2. Paul wrote in Ephesians 2:10: “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” The Greek word for “handiwork” or “workmanship” is poiema, which means “a work of art.” You were created to be God’s masterpiece. How do you see God’s handiwork in you? 3. Read Philippians 3:7-16: But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ 9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith. 10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead. 12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. 13 Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. 15 All of us, then, who are mature should take such a view of things. And if on some point you think differently, that too God will make clear to you. 16 Only let us live up to what we have already attained. What comments or questions come to your mind as you read this passage? 4. Jesus promises to restore the broken pieces of our past. Paul (previously called Saul) changed drastically after he gave his life to Jesus. His past is described in Acts 8:1 and Acts 9:1-31. Look at those passages, and talk about some ways Paul had changed by the time he wrote Philippians. 5. Our culture tempts us to think that speed is the most important factor in life. Talk about some situations in life, where you tend to get frustrated if things don’t go fast enough for you. 6. For Paul, our faith life is not about speed, it’s about focus. Christian author Dallas Willard said that one of the most important factors in our spiritual growth is that we “ruthlessly eliminate hurry from our lives.” Do you agree or disagree, and why? To Come Alive in my Faith, I Need to: Re-orient My Priorities: 7. To say “yes” to what’s great, we have to be willing to say “no” to some things that are just good. What are some “good” things that you’ve said “no” to in your life in order to focus on what’s really most important? Consider Eternity: 8. Paul had the ability to sift through what is temporary and focus on what is eternal. What are some temporary things that you find yourself tempted to get distracted by? 9. What are some things you do to keep your focus on eternal things so that you don’t get pulled into focusing on temporary things? Run the Long Race: 10. God is determined to overcome the defacing of his image in us. He wants to make us new creatures, like Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 5:17 above. But this doesn’t happen overnight. Pastor and author Eugene Peterson said that the Christian life requires “a long obedience in the same direction.” What did he mean by that? 11. What was the most helpful idea from this sermon for you personally? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · Thanksgiving Food Drive: Community of Hope has the exciting goal to provide Thanksgiving meals for 1,000 families in our community this year! If you'd like to help, donate any of these items Sunday – Thursday, 8pm – 4pm. before November 15. Thank you! o $10 Publix Gift Card o Stuffing Mix o Cranberry Sauce o Gravy o Canned Vegetables o Boxed Mashed Potatoes o Cornbread Mix o Boxed Cake or Brownie Mix · Connections is a 4-week class we offer to help people understand how to live the Christian life and grow spiritually, and how to get more connected at Community of Hope. Our next Connections class series will be on Wednesdays, from 7:00-8:15 p.m. on October 21, 28, and November 4 and 11 – all online, so you can take part from the comfort of your own home. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Marriage Date Night: Friday, October 23, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at our East Campus, 2341 S. Military Trail. Enjoy an evening with your spouse strengthening your marriage. Comedians Amberly Neese, Leland Klassen, and recording artist Johny Diaz will engage your hearts and make you laugh. Get more information and tickets at http://marriagedatenight.com/west-palm-beach-fl/ · Celebrate Recovery Anniversary: Join us in celebrating 8 years of helping people have victory over hurts, habits and hang-ups on Monday, October 26th at 7pm. Larry and Diane Mohr will share how C.R. has helped them overcome addiction and embrace freedom. Childcare will be provided and wearing a mask will be required. · Pumpkin Patch: Support our Student Ministry by purchasing pumpkins and baked goods. It’s also a great place to take some fall pictures! Open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. each day. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-11-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-10-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1600973614627-PJW7ZR7XFQXS3N2CRART/Come+Alive+-++WEB+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 10-11-2020 10-11-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke (Online and West), Rev. Trevor Johnston (East) and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Come Alive! Week 3: Back to the Future English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Our memory verse for this series is Ephesians 5:14: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” Icebreaker question: What was one of your favorite movies from your younger years, and what did you like about it? 1. Our culture often has a spirit of allowance, where we tend to excuse someone’s character flaws with statements like, “Well that’s just how he is....” What’s wrong with that from a Christian perspective? 2. “If we don’t work on ourselves by dealing appropriately with our pasts, we will imperil our future.” Do you agree or disagree with that, and why? 3. Ruth Haley Barton, describes the impact of some family patterns in her book, Restoring the Soul of Your Leadership: • A person whose father was stern and demanding and who never heard an unconditional “I love you” finds himself on a performance treadmill, always working unconsciously to gain approval and a sense of self. The drivenness that results can become a debilitating source of exhaustion. • A person who was raised in a punishing environment where there was an inordinate emphasis on “being good” and “behaving” develops perfectionist tendencies that keep feelings of shame and inadequacy at bay. The longer this is unacknowledged, the more she is likely to hurt herself and others with unrealistic expectations and ideals. • A person who experienced not being wanted at conception or birth learns to doubt his/her basic self-worth and develops patterns of hiding their real self from others. This person remains distant and aloof because it seems easier than risking more rejection. It prevents them from ever entering into authentic community, which is absolutely essential for spiritual growth. • A person who has experienced profound loneliness, abandonment or loss learns to keep busy as a way of avoiding the deep feelings that such experiences bring. While staying busy, they are able to maintain superficial peace – however, over time it becomes obvious that they are unable to “stay in the room” and deal honestly and rigorously with the most challenging issues that need to be faced. • A person who was raised in an emotionally volatile and unpredictable environment develops a tendency toward fear and undue caution. Consequently, she refuses to take the kinds of risks that are necessary to become emotionally whole and spiritually fit. Consider whether you can relate to any of the patterns she describes, or perhaps there was another pattern in your family of origin. Share with your group about how the home you grew up in impacts your thinking and behavior today. 4. Read Genesis 45:1-15: Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Have everyone leave my presence!” So there was no one with Joseph when he made himself known to his brothers. 2 And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh’s household heard about it. 3 Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still living?” But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence. 4 Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come close to me.” When they had done so, he said, “I am your brother Joseph, the one you sold into Egypt! 5 And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with yourselves for selling me here, because it was to save lives that God sent me ahead of you. 6 For two years now there has been famine in the land, and for the next five years there will be no plowing and reaping. 7 But God sent me ahead of you to preserve for you a remnant on earth and to save your lives by a great deliverance. 8 “So then, it was not you who sent me here, but God. He made me father to Pharaoh, lord of his entire household and ruler of all Egypt. 9 Now hurry back to my father and say to him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me; don’t delay. 10 You shall live in the region of Goshen and be near me—you, your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and all you have. 11 I will provide for you there, because five years of famine are still to come. Otherwise you and your household and all who belong to you will become destitute.’ 12 “You can see for yourselves, and so can my brother Benjamin, that it is really I who am speaking to you. 13 Tell my father about all the honor accorded me in Egypt and about everything you have seen. And bring my father down here quickly.” 14 Then he threw his arms around his brother Benjamin and wept, and Benjamin embraced him, weeping. 15 And he kissed all his brothers and wept over them. Afterward his brothers talked with him. 5. Talk together with your group about the story of Joseph’s life (Genesis 37-50). Like Joseph, all of us have some brokenness in our past. Rather than having shame about our past, it’s better to seek deeper understanding of it. Joseph’s life stands as an example to us that dealing with your past in the right way will involve three things. Honesty: 6. If we’re going make progress in our current development and become the best version of ourselves, we have to face our past with honesty. One of the steps in Celebrate Recovery is to make a “fearless moral inventory” of our lives. Why is this step so important? Perspective: 7. Over and over again through the circumstances of Joseph’s life, his perspective on each situation was to constantly acknowledge that “the Lord was with him.” Strangely, this statement comes up even in what seem to be the worst moments of his life. How could Joseph think that the Lord was with him, when such bad things were happening to him? 8. How did this perspective impact Joseph’s personality, actions and character? 9. Read Romans 8:28: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” This doesn’t mean God wills or causes all the painful circumstances that come into our lives, but God can work in each circumstance in redemptive ways to bring good to those who love him. Talk about some difficult events or seasons of your life where you have seen God do this. Trust: 10. Joseph viewed his past and his present with a strong sense of trust in God’s goodness. Read Genesis 50:20: “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.” What do you notice in this verse? 11. How is it possible to keep trusting in God’s goodness, even when difficult circumstances enter your life? What difference does it make in a person’s life when we do that? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: • Thanksgiving Food Drive: Community of Hope has the exciting goal to provide Thanksgiving meals for 1,000 families in our community this year! If you'd like to help, donate any of these items Sunday – Thursday, 8pm – 4pm. before November 15. Thank you! o $10 Publix Gift Card o Stuffing Mix o Cranberry Sauce o Gravy o Canned Vegetables o Boxed Mashed Potatoes o Cornbread Mix o Boxed Cake or Brownie Mix • Connections is a 4-week class we offer to help people understand how to live the Christian life and grow spiritually, and how to get more connected at Community of Hope. Our next Connections class series will be on Wednesdays, from 7:00-8:15 p.m. on October 21, 28, and November 4 and 11 – all online, so you can take part from the comfort of your own home. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections • Marriage Date Night: Friday, October 23, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at our East Campus, 2341 S. Military Trail. Enjoy an evening with your spouse strengthening your marriage. Comedians Amberly Neese, Leland Klassen, and recording artist Johny Diaz will engage your hearts and make you laugh. Get more information and tickets at http://marriagedatenight.com/west-palm-beach-fl/ • Pumpkin Patch: Support our Student Ministry by purchasing pumpkins and baked goods. It’s also a great place to take some fall pictures! Open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. each day. • Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/10-04-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-10-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1600973614627-PJW7ZR7XFQXS3N2CRART/Come+Alive+-++WEB+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 10-04-2020 10-04-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston (Online and West), Dr. E. Dale Locke (East) and Pastor Efrain Silva (Español) Sermon Series: Come Alive! Week 2: You Do You?? English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. Our memory verse for this series is Ephesians 5:14: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” Icebreaker question: Are you a morning person or a night person? What time of day do you tend to be at your most alert and awake? Review from Week 1: 1) You’ll never be all you were created to be outside of a relationship with God. 2) Your emotional well-being and your relationship with God are inter-connected. 3) Your identity isn’t based on what you do, what you have, or what others think of you. It’s based on whose you are – a child of God. 4) Philosopher and theologian Søren Kierkegaard said, “Now with God’s help, I shall become myself.” 1. Community of Hope’s 6th Core Value is: “In Christ, we are free to become ourselves.” What do we mean by that? 2. Read 1 Samuel 17:32-40: David said to Saul, “Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine; your servant will go and fight him.” 33 Saul replied, “You are not able to go out against this Philistine and fight him; you are only a young man, and he has been a warrior from his youth.” 34 But David said to Saul, “Your servant has been keeping his father’s sheep. When a lion or a bear came and carried off a sheep from the flock, 35 I went after it, struck it and rescued the sheep from its mouth. When it turned on me, I seized it by its hair, struck it and killed it. 36 Your servant has killed both the lion and the bear; this uncircumcised Philistine will be like one of them, because he has defied the armies of the living God. 37 The Lord who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine.” Saul said to David, “Go, and the Lord be with you.” 38 Then Saul dressed David in his own tunic. He put a coat of armor on him and a bronze helmet on his head. 39 David fastened on his sword over the tunic and tried walking around, because he was not used to them. “I cannot go in these,” he said to Saul, “because I am not used to them.” So he took them off. 40 Then he took his staff in his hand, chose five smooth stones from the stream, put them in the pouch of his shepherd’s bag and, with his sling in his hand, approached the Philistine. What do you notice in this passage? What questions do you have? 3. David was the youngest of 8 sons, and he wasn’t there that day as a soldier. David was a shepherd, and his dad had asked him to deliver food to his older brothers who were serving in the Israelite army. But David felt compelled stand up for God’s honor because of his love for God. Read 1 Samuel 17:28: “When Eliab, David’s oldest brother, heard him speaking with the men, he burned with anger at him and asked, ‘Why have you come down here? And with whom did you leave those few sheep in the wilderness? I know how conceited you are and how wicked your heart is; you came down only to watch the battle.’” Why did Eliab say this to David? How would you have felt, if you were David in this situation? 4. Look at David’s interaction with King Saul in 1 Samuel 17:33 & 38-39. How do you think David felt in this situation? What challenge did he face here? 5. We often face a temptation to live in someone else’s armor - to be who others think we should be. If you’ve ever experienced that in your own life, share about it with your group. 6. What happens when a person tries to live into other people’s ideas about them? 7. A codependent person lets another person’s behavior affect him or her and is obsessed with controlling that person’s behavior. One aspect of codependency is people-pleasing. How does co-dependency differ from a healthy response to the feedback or critique of others? 8. Look again at 1 Samuel 17:34-37. What was the basis of David’s confidence? 9. We also face the temptation to wear our own armor. What did Pastor Trevor mean by this statement, and what’s the problem with this? 10. When driving a car, over-correcting can be dangerous. What are some other life situations where people tend to over-correct? 11. Pastor Trevor said: True freedom comes when we live into God’s armor for us. How can you live that truth out in your own life? 12. Read Ephesians 6:10-11: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” How does a person “put on the armor of God”? What does that mean practically? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · Next week our West Campus returns to normal Sunday service times: West Campus services will be at 9am, 10:30am and noon (no KOH at noon). Our East Campus will continue offering an English service at 9am and an Español service at 11am. · Kids of Hope is open now on both campuses except for the noon service at our West Campus. Find out about our safety protocols and procedures and our new check-in process at https://communityofhope.church/kids · Pumpkin Patch starts tomorrow at our West Campus and October 7th at East. Support our Students Ministry by purchasing pumpkins and baked goods. It’s also a great place to take some fall pictures! Open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. each day. · Connections is a 4-week class we offer to help people understand how to live the Christian life and grow spiritually, and how to get more connected at Community of Hope. Our next Connections class series will be on Wednesdays, from 7:00-8:15 p.m. on October 21, 28, and November 4 and 11 – all online, so you can take part from the comfort of your own home. Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Thanksgiving Food Drive: Community of Hope has the exciting goal to provide Thanksgiving meals for 1,000 families in our community this year! If you'd like to help, donate any of these items before November 15. Thank you! o $10 Publix Gift Card Stuffing Mix o Cranberry Sauce Gravy o Canned Vegetables Boxed Mashed Potatoes o Cornbread Mix Boxed Cake or Brownie Mix · Financial Peace University starts October 7 and will meet Wednesdays at 8pm online. This practical course has changed the lives of hundreds of people in our church, helping them live debt-free and plan for their future. The course fee of $129 per family includes a full year of access to videos and online financial tools. As always, you can try before you buy - attending the first week for free before you purchase your materials. Register at fpu.com/1124805. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-27-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-09-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1600973614627-PJW7ZR7XFQXS3N2CRART/Come+Alive+-++WEB+ENG.jpg Sermon Series - 09-27-2020 09-27-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke, Rev. Trevor Johnston and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Come Alive! Week 1: Daddy Issues English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Icebreaker: What was your favorite TV cartoon as a child, and why did you like it? 2. Our memory verse for this series is Ephesians 5:14 where the Apostle Paul quotes the lyrics of an ancient hymn: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” What do you think about this verse? What comes to your mind when you read it? 3. Note two core ideas that are foundational for this sermon series: (1) You’ll never fully live into who you were created to be outside of a relationship with God. Do you agree with this? Why, or why not? (2) Your emotional well-being and your life with God are completely inter-connected. What do we mean by “emotional well-being,” and how is it inter-connected to your life with God? 4. The cartoon character Popeye often said, “I am what I am, and this is all that I am.” What was Popeye getting at when he said this? What tragic belief is behind this statement? 5. The Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard said, “Now with God’s help, I shall become myself.” What did he mean by that? How does this work practically? 6. Read Matthew 4:1-11: Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 The tempter came to him and said, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” 4 Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” 5 Then the devil took him to the holy city and had him stand on the highest point of the temple. 6 “If you are the Son of God,” he said, “throw yourself down. For it is written: “‘He will command his angels concerning you, and they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.’” 7 Jesus answered him, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” 8 Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. 9 “All this I will give you,” he said, “if you will bow down and worship me.” 10 Jesus said to him, “Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.’” 11 Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him. 7. Scripture tells us Jesus was tempted in all the ways we are tempted. Read Hebrews 2:17-18: “For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.” What does this passage communicate to you that could help when you experience temptation? 8. This passage describes three areas of temptation that Jesus experienced: The temptation to believe that I Am What I Do (Performance) Matthew 4:3 – Turn some stones into bread. If you’ve ever experienced the temptation to define yourself by what you do, describe how that felt. What’s the problem with doing that? 9. The temptation to believe that I Am What I Have (Possessions) Matthew 4:8-9 – Worship Satan and the whole world will belong to you. Why do so many people believe the lie that having more possessions increases their value? 10. The temptation to believe that I Am What Others Think (Popularity) Matthew 4:6 – Throw yourself down and impress people. Actor Jim Carey said, “I wish everybody could get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so they could see that it's not the answer.” What does it communicate to you that Jim Carey said this? 11. My wholeness actually depends on me believing I am whose I am. Read Matthew 3:16-17, which describes Jesus’ baptism: “As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.’” What points was God the Father making by what he said to Jesus here? Why was it important for Jesus to hear this from his Father, especially at the outset of Jesus’ public ministry? 12. Note that Satan’s temptation of Jesus took place immediately after the Father told him this. Given that, what light does it shed on what Satan was trying to tempt Jesus to do? 13. Each of us is a COGPOW, which stands for “Child of God and Person of Worth.” What difference does it make for your daily life to know this? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 so we know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is our new Connect Folder. Download it to watch our services, get sermon notes, register for events, and stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Kids of Hope is reopening on both campuses, on Sunday, October 4. Be sure to register your kids each week online to save them a spot. Only one adult will be able to drop & pick up kids. Find out about our safety protocols and procedures and our new check-in process at https://communityofhope.church/kids · Pumpkin Patch is coming on October 5th at West and October 7th at East. There will be no Punkin’ Chunkin this year, but you can support our Students Ministry by purchasing pumpkins and baked goods, and it’s a great place to take some fall pictures! Open from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. each day. · Financial Peace University starts October 7 and will meet Wednesdays at 8pm online. This practical course has changed the lives of hundreds of people in our church, helping them live debt-free and plan for their future. The course fee of $129 per family includes a full year of access to videos and online financial tools. As always, you can try before you buy - attending the first week for free before you purchase your materials. Register at fpu.com/1124805. · Annual Charge Conference – Sunday, October 11, 2020 on Zoom. | · New Online Women’s Group: Marge Keller is leading a 12-week study designed to help you understand the Old Testament, called “Epic of Eden” by Sandra Richter. If you’re ready to go deep in Scripture, this is the group for you! Mondays at 7 p.m. Join in on Zoom from the comfort of your own home! Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-20-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1597372067294-IRI5D8PAVG8VQFVR29D8/5T+-v3-2.jpg Sermon Series - 09-20-2020 09-20-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Five Things to Grow Your Faith Week 6: Personal Ministry English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. Our memory verse for this series is 2 Thessalonians 1:3: We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. 1. Faith isn’t just knowing things. Faith is about trusting God. In this sermon series, we’ve looked at how practical teaching, providential relationships, private disciplines and pivotal circumstances can help our faith grow. Today, in our final sermon of this series, we’re talking about how personal ministry can grow our faith. Share how your own experience of participating in Christian service (such as a missions trip, serving at our Food Distribution, being part of our Guest Services, Kids of Hope or other Teams, etc.) has helped you grow spiritually. 2. God uses what we offer to him in terms of “our time, our talent, and our treasure” not only to grow his Kingdom, but to also grow His Kingdom in us. Talk about what it means to give each of these three areas of your life over to God’s control, and how that step impacts a person’s life. 3. Read Matthew 14:13-21: When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns. 14 When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick. 15 As evening approached, the disciples came to him and said, “This is a remote place, and it’s already getting late. Send the crowds away, so they can go to the villages and buy themselves some food.” 16 Jesus replied, “They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.” 17 “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. 18 “Bring them here to me,” he said. 19 And he directed the people to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. 20 They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. 21 The number of those who ate was about five thousand men, besides women and children. 4. Note that this took place right after Jesus had heard that his cousin and ministry colleague, John the Baptist, had been beheaded in a gruesome, cruel death. So Jesus naturally felt a need to be alone and deal with his grief, yet people came to him needing healing and help, so he ministered to them. Knowing this, the disciples urged Jesus to just tell people to fend for themselves for food. If you’ve ever been in a similar situation, where you were worn out and just didn’t feel like helping anyone else, share what that was like. 5. Sometimes it really is necessary to focus for a season on our own healing rather than focusing on serving others. But if that season goes on for too long, it becomes unhealthy. If you’ve experienced this, what helped you begin to be willing to minister to others again? 6. A powerful principle that we see in this passage is: “You bring what you have, God brings what He has.” What do we mean by that? 7. Sometimes we see a need and feel a nudge to show compassion and help. But if we believe it’s all on us, the problem may seem too big, and we may decide to do nothing. We call this “Compassion fatigue.” Since we have so much information about tragedies and needs from all over the world these days, we can easily get compassion fatigue. If you’ve ever felt that, talk about what that’s like. 8. “You do what you can do; God does what only He can do.” What would the disciples have missed out on, if they had let their own limited resources and energy cause them not to do anything at all? How have you experienced this principle in your own life? 9. Note (v.19-21) that Jesus had the disciples participate in handing out the food and picking up the leftovers. Why do you think Jesus wanted the disciples to be actively involved in this miracle? 10. Part of God’s purpose behind inviting us to serve alongside him is to help us to learn total trust in God as we see him do above and beyond anything we could have imagined. Share about a time when your trust in God grew as you served alongside him, doing things you didn’t think you could do. 11. Look at the next story in Matthew’s gospel where Jesus and Peter both miraculously walk on the water, and note Matthew 14:28: “Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” What do you notice in Peter’s words here? 12. Share about how you have put these principles into play as a parent, a boss, or a leader. 13. What has been the most helpful idea for you personally from this entire sermon series? How have you lived out ideas from this series? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 so we know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is our new Connect Folder. Download it to watch our services, get sermon notes, register for events, and stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Reopening: We’re excited to reopen for in-person services beginning Sunday, September 27! At our West Campus, we’ll have 2 identical services at 9am and 11am. At our East Campus, we’ll offer an English service at 9am and an Español service at 11am. If you don’t feel ready yet for an in-person service, continue to join us online; and we would love to help you have some fellowship online right after the service. For more information go to: https://communityofhope.church/coronavirus · Kids of Hope is reopening on both campuses, on Sunday, October 4. Be sure to register your kids each week online to save them a spot. Only one adult will be able to drop & pick up kids. Find out about our safety protocols and procedures and our new check-in process at https://communityofhope.church/kids · Pumpkin Patch is coming on October 5th at West and October 7 at East. There will be no Punkin’ Chunkin this year, but you can support our Students Ministry by purchasing pumpkins and baked goods, and it’s a great place to take some fall pictures! · Financial Peace University starts October 7 and will meet Wednesdays at 8pm online. This practical course has changed the lives of hundreds of people in our church, helping them live debt-free and plan for their future. The course fee of $129 per family includes a full year of access to videos and online financial tools. As always, you can try before you buy - attending the first week for free before you purchase your materials. Register at fpu.com/1124805. · 2 New Online Women’s Groups: Starting September 21st, Marge Keller is leading a 12-week study designed to help you understand the Old Testament, called “Epic of Eden” by Sandra Richter. If you’re ready to go deep in Scripture, this is the group for you! Mondays at 7 p.m. Beginning September 30th, Susan Hineman will lead a 6-week study from Lysa Terkeurst called “It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way” Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. to get God’s perspective in these challenging times. Join us for either group on Zoom from the comfort of your own home! Register at https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-13-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-09-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1597372067294-IRI5D8PAVG8VQFVR29D8/5T+-v3-2.jpg Sermon Series - 09-13-2020 09-13-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Five Things to Grow Your Faith Week 5: Pivotal Circumstances English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. Our memory verse for this series is 2 Thessalonians 1:3: We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. 1. Faith isn’t just knowing things. Faith is about trusting God. So far, we’ve looked at how practical teaching, providential relationships, and private disciplines can help our faith grow. Today we’re going to talk about how pivotal circumstances grow our faith. Tell about one circumstance in your life that ended up being a major turning point for you. 2. Read John 11:1-45: Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. 2 (This Mary, whose brother Lazarus now lay sick, was the same one who poured perfume on the Lord and wiped his feet with her hair.) 3 So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick.” 4 When he heard this, Jesus said, “This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God’s glory so that God’s Son may be glorified through it.” 5 Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. 6 So when he heard that Lazarus was sick, he stayed where he was two more days, 7 and then he said to his disciples, “Let us go back to Judea.” 8 “But Rabbi,” they said, “a short while ago the Jews there tried to stone you, and yet you are going back?” 9 Jesus answered, “Are there not twelve hours of daylight? Anyone who walks in the daytime will not stumble, for they see by this world’s light. 10 It is when a person walks at night that they stumble, for they have no light.” 11 After he had said this, he went on to tell them, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep; but I am going there to wake him up.” 12 His disciples replied, “Lord, if he sleeps, he will get better.” 13 Jesus had been speaking of his death, but his disciples thought he meant natural sleep. 14 So then he told them plainly, “Lazarus is dead, 15 and for your sake I am glad I was not there, so that you may believe. But let us go to him.” 16 Then Thomas (also known as Didymus) said to the rest of the disciples, “Let us also go, that we may die with him.” 17 On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Now Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother. 20 When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. 21 “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. 22 But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” 23 Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” 24 Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” 25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” 27 “Yes, Lord,” she replied, “I believe that you are the Messiah, the Son of God, who is to come into the world.” 28 After she had said this, she went back and called her sister Mary aside. “The Teacher is here,” she said, “and is asking for you.” 29 When Mary heard this, she got up quickly and went to him. 30 Now Jesus had not yet entered the village, but was still at the place where Martha had met him. 31 When the Jews who had been with Mary in the house, comforting her, noticed how quickly she got up and went out, they followed her, supposing she was going to the tomb to mourn there. 32 When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she fell at his feet and said, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.” 33 When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come along with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. 34 “Where have you laid him?” he asked. “Come and see, Lord,” they replied. 35 Jesus wept. 36 Then the Jews said, “See how he loved him!” 37 But some of them said, “Could not he who opened the eyes of the blind man have kept this man from dying?” 38 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. 39 “Take away the stone,” he said. “But, Lord,” said Martha, the sister of the dead man, “by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there four days.” 40 Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?” 41 So they took away the stone. Then Jesus looked up and said, “Father, I thank you that you have heard me. 42 I knew that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me.” 43 When he had said this, Jesus called in a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” 44 The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, “Take off the grave clothes and let him go.” 45 Therefore many of the Jews who had come to visit Mary, and had seen what Jesus did, believed in him. What do you notice in this passage? What questions do you have about it? 3. We see here that sometimes God chooses to be glorified in our problems, our difficult seasons or even our grief. Share about a time in your life when that was true for you. 4. Read 2 Corinthians 12:9 where God said to the Apostle Paul: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” What do you think God meant when he said this to Paul? 5. Read James 1:2-4: Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. What makes it possible for someone to have joy in a difficult time? 6. We know that trials don’t always cause every person to grow spiritually. Some people grow stronger through a trial, but some people push God away or even lose their faith in a trial. What do you think makes the difference in how a person responds to the trials in their life? 7. There is an undeniable inter-connection between the difficult moments in our lives and the potential to grow our faith. C.S. Lewis wrote in his book, The Problem of Pain, “God doesn’t best use pleasure, because we can ignore pleasure, but pain insists on being attended to. God whispers to us in our pleasures, and speaks in our conscience, but God shouts to us in our pain! It is his mega-phone to rouse a deaf world.” C.S. Lewis wrote this after his wife died of cancer. What do you think of what Lewis wrote? 8. We will never understand the mystery of why some people experience extreme trouble and pain, while others are spared. Sometimes we pray for healing, and it comes. Sometimes we pray for healing, and it doesn’t happen the way we had hoped. What can we do that will help us stay close to God, regardless of what life’s circumstances bring us? 9. Read what Jesus said to Martha as she was in the darkest moment of her life in John 11:25-26: Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” Jesus continues to ask us to believe this in the midst of our darkest times. What difference does Jesus’ statement make, when you’re going through a really difficult circumstance or illness? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 so we know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is our new Connect Folder. Download it to watch our services, get sermon notes, register for events, and stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Reopening: We’re excited to reopen for in-person services beginning Sunday, September 27! At our West Campus, we’ll have 2 identical services at 9am and 11am. At our East Campus, we’ll offer an English service at 9am and an Español service at 11am. If you don’t feel ready yet for an in-person service, continue to join us online; and we would love to help you have some fellowship online right after the service. For more information go to: https://communityofhope.church/coronavirus · Financial Peace University starts October 7 and will meet Wednesdays at 8pm online. This practical course has changed the lives of hundreds of people in our church, helping them live debt-free and plan for their future. The course fee of $129 per family includes a full year of access to videos and online financial tools. As always, you can try before you buy - attending the first week for free before you purchase your materials. Register at fpu.com/1124805. · Food Distribution: COH has served over 80,000 people in the name of Jesus through our food distribution ministry throughout the Coronavirus season! We now distribute food on the 2nd and 4th weeks of each month – Thursday evenings at our West Campus, and Saturday mornings at our East Campus. For more details on how to receive food or how to help, to https://communityofhope.church/missions/ · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/09-06-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-09-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1597372067294-IRI5D8PAVG8VQFVR29D8/5T+-v3-2.jpg Sermon Series - 09-06-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Five Things to Grow Your Faith Week 4: Private Disciplines English PDF file for printing Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. Our memory verse for this series is 2 Thessalonians 1:3: We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. 1. Faith isn’t just knowing things. Faith is about trusting God. So far, we’ve looked at how practical teaching and providential relationships can help our faith grow. Today we’re going to talk about how private disciplines grow our faith. What feelings or thoughts come to you when you hear the word “discipline”? How does that word “discipline” hit you? 2. We generally admire discipline in others, but it’s another matter to do it ourselves. Describe someone you admire who lives a very disciplined life. 3. Ultimately, discipline leads to freedom. Missionary and author Elizabeth Elliot said, “Freedom and discipline have come to be regarded as mutually exclusive, when in fact freedom is not at all the opposite - but the final reward of - discipline.” Name some areas of life where a person won’t experience real freedom unless they have discipline. 4. Note the connection between the word “discipline” and the word “disciple” – which means “follower” of Jesus. Name some disciplines you have practiced that have helped you live as a disciple of Jesus. 5. Read Matthew 6:1-6: “Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 “So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4 so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 5 “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. 7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.” 6. Jesus focused here on two spiritual disciplines: giving and prayer. What do you notice in Jesus’ teaching about these two disciplines? 7. What do you think Jesus means, when he talks about getting a “reward.” What do you think that “reward” is? 8. When it comes to giving, it’s good to remember that God doesn’t need your money, but he wants your heart. In Matthew 6:21, Jesus said, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” What did Jesus mean by that? 9. How does giving – especially giving in secret - impact a person’s heart? 10. When it comes to giving to God’s purposes in the world, the Bible recommends giving 10% of your income. But if that’s a new idea for you and you’re not ready for that yet, it’s good to do the following: - Pick a percentage you feel comfortable with - Get consistent with that - Grow from there. Why might a person hesitate to give a consistent percentage of their money to God? 11. Based on other parts of Scripture, we know that Jesus isn’t against public prayer, yet he gives a warning about it here. Talk about some of the potential dangers when praying in a group with other people listening. 12. Our faith grows in unique ways when we get alone with God and pray. If you’ve experienced that in your own life, share about that with your group. 13. Read Genesis 15:1: After these things the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision, saying, “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.” What was God trying to communicate to Abraham here? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · Drive-Through Communion - Sunday, September 6, 5-7pm at our East and West campuses: We invite you to come to our church parking lot today to receive the elements of bread and juice in a safe and sanitary fashion to remember Jesus’ death for you, and also have the opportunity to see your pastors and receive prayer. · Fall Marriage Night - September 11th | 7:00-8:30pm | Online: Dale & Beth Locke and Trevor & Leah Johnston will host married couples in our first ever online marriage conference. You’ll get to connect with other COH couples from the comfort of your own home. This fun event is designed to strengthen your connection with your spouse during this crazy time. The $15/couple cost includes a gift bag with a journal for each of you and some fun surprises to help you make the most of your evening! Gift bags will be delivered to your homes prior to the event. Register at https://communityofhope.church/events/fall-marriage-night · Connections – Sundays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. on September 13, 20, 27 and October 4 - Online: This 4-week online class is a great way to grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life and get more connected at COH. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/connections · The Community of Hope App is our new Connect Folder. Download it to watch our services, get sermon notes, register for events, and stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Reopening: We’re excited to reopen for in-person services beginning Sunday, September 27! At our West Campus, we’ll have 2 identical services at 9am and 11am. At our East Campus, we’ll offer an English service at 9am and an Español service at 11am. If you don’t feel ready yet for an in-person service, continue to join us online; and we would love to help you have some fellowship over Zoom right after the service. For more information go to: https://communityofhope.church/coronavirus · It’s not too late to join a group! At COH, we get it that not everyone can “just believe,” so we offer groups where you can explore faith in a pressure-free environment. Our Skeptics Group discusses topics like: “Why is there suffering and pain in the world? What happens to people from other religions when they die? Does the Bible conflict with modern science? and Why should I believe Jesus is God?” If you have still have some major questions about faith, or you need some evidence before you can commit your life to Jesus Christ, this is the group for you. And this is a great group to invite a skeptical friend to attend with you! To sign up go to: https://communityofhope.church/groups/ · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-30-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-08-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1597372067294-IRI5D8PAVG8VQFVR29D8/5T+-v3-2.jpg Sermon Series - 08-30-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Five Things to Grow Your Faith Week 3: Providential Relationships English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. Our memory verse for this series is 2 Thessalonians 1:3: We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. 1. Last week we talked about how practical Christian teaching helps our faith grow. Share something you read in Scripture over this past week that grew your understanding of God and faith. 2. Read James 1:22 & 25: Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says…. But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it — not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it — they will be blessed in what they do. How have you lived out your trust in God over this past week? Talk about some ways that your trust in God has shown up in your daily life, decisions and attitudes. 3. Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 2:14b-15 that God, “uses us to spread the aroma of the knowledge of him everywhere. For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing.” What are some ways we can spread the aroma of Jesus Christ to people around us? 4. Why do some people respond to difficulty with cynicism, complaining and a hardening of their heart; while others respond to the same circumstances with hope and confidence in God? 5. When you take an honest look at how you generally respond to difficulties or hassles in your life, what do you see? Do you like who you’re becoming? If not, how could you do it better? 6. God uses providential relationships with other people to help us hear his voice and understand his purposes for our life. Share about some friendships that have helped you on your faith journey. 7. Read 1 Corinthians 15:33: Do not be misled: “Bad company corrupts good character.” Pastor Dale said: “Your faith can either be destroyed or strengthened by the relationships that you have, so choose well!” If you’ve ever been in a friendship that began to pull you away from Christ, share about that. 8. Especially in a challenging life season, relationships with other Christians are important to sustain and grow our faith in Jesus. Tell about a time when Christian friends helped you get through a difficult season. 9. Read Proverbs 13:20: Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. What Christian friendships do you currently have that you could leverage and lean into to help you become more wise and increase your faith? 10. If you don’t have a circle of Christian friends to help you grow spiritually through life’s challenges, let us help you find one by filling out the form at https://communityofhope.church/groups. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, get sermon notes, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Connections – Sundays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. on September 13, 20, 27 and October 4 - Online: This 4-week online class is a great way to grow in your understanding of how to live the Christian life and get more connected at COH. Register at: https://communityofhope.church/connections · Fall Marriage Night - September 11th | 7:00-8:30pm | Online: Dale & Beth Locke and Trevor & Leah Johnston will host married couples in our first ever online marriage conference. You’ll get to connect with other COH couples from the comfort of your own home. This fun event is designed to strengthen your connection with your spouse during this crazy time. The $15/couple cost includes a gift bag with a journal for each of you and some fun surprises to help you make the most of your evening! Gift bags will be delivered to your homes prior to the event. Register at https://communityofhope.church/events/fall-marriage-night · Drive-Through Communion - Sunday, September 6, 5-7pm at our East and West campuses: We invite you to come to our church parking lot to receive the elements of bread and juice in a safe and sanitary fashion to remember Jesus’ death for you, and also have the opportunity to see your pastors and receive prayer. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-23-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-08-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1597372067294-IRI5D8PAVG8VQFVR29D8/5T+-v3-2.jpg Sermon Series - 08-23-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Five Things to Grow Your Faith Week 2: Practical Teaching English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Our memory verse for this series is 2 Thessalonians 1:3: We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. Note the connection Paul makes here between growing faith and increasing love. How is this different from what some people think Christian maturity is about? 2. Faith is trusting God, and growing in our faith means we are growing in our trust of God our heavenly Father. List some things that help a child trust their earthly father. 3. Pastor Dale asked: If God really exists, and if you had perfect faith in him, and if you were totally confident in His Word, and if you lived out that confidence in every area of your life - how would that change your daily life from how you’re currently living? 4. What are some things that might cause a person to stop trusting God? 5. We read in Acts 2:42 that the early Christians, “devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching.…” Practical teaching is one of the five things that God uses to grow our faith. Name a Christian teacher whose teaching has helped you grow spiritually, and share what has been helpful about their teaching. 6. Read what Jesus said at the close of his first public sermon in Matthew 7:24: “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Note that the end-goal of Jesus’ sermon wasn’t that people would enjoy listening to him or think he was a great preacher. Jesus made it clear that what he really cares about is that we put his words into practice in our daily life. Share about a time when you put something into practice that you learned in a sermon or in your Bible reading, and it made a difference in your life. 7. Read Matthew 7:26-27: “But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash.” What is Jesus trying to communicate about the dangers of just hearing his teaching, but not putting it into practice? 8. If you’ve seen the truth of Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:26-27 in your own life or in the life of someone you know, share about that. 9. In contrast to that, read what Jesus says in Matthew 7:24-25: “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” If you’ve seen the truth of this passage in your own life or in the life of someone you know, tell about that. 10. It was powerful to see Deja’s baptism and hear her share her testimony. Share with your group about your own baptism experience. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, get sermon notes, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Groups Launch Season: We want to help you experience community! We’re only asking for a short-term commitment. Some groups will be exclusively online, others will be in-person – either indoors or outside, and some will be a hybrid. You get to choose the meeting option you feel comfortable with! We’re offering some great topics like parenting, mental health, Bible discussion, business mentoring, Skeptics and more. Or we can help you form a “Watch Party” – a small group of people that you can experience our weekend services with. Just fill out the form at https://communityofhope.church/groups and we’ll find a group that fits you. · Fall Marriage Night - September 11th | 7:00-8:30pm | Online: Dale & Beth Locke and Trevor & Leah Johnston will host married couples in our first ever online marriage conference. You’ll get to connect with other COH couples from the comfort of your own home. This fun event is designed to strengthen your connection with your spouse during this crazy time. The $15/couple cost includes a gift bag with a journal for each of you and some fun surprises to help you make the most of your evening! Gift bags will be delivered to your homes prior to the event. Register at https://communityofhope.church/events/fall-marriage-night · Back to School Parade: Come out with decorated cars, noise makers, signs, megaphones, or whatever you have to encourage and cheer on our young families and school-age kiddos. WEST CAMPUS | Wednesday, August 26 | anytime between 5:30pm-7:30pm EAST CAMPUS | Thursday, August 27 | anytime between 6:00pm-7:30pm · Drive-Through Communion: Sunday, September 6, 5-7pm, at our East and West campuses. Jesus asked us to remember him, so we invite you to come to our church parking lot to receive the elements of bread and juice in a safe and sanitary fashion, and also have the opportunity to see your pastors and receive prayer. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-16-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-08-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1597372067294-IRI5D8PAVG8VQFVR29D8/5T+-v3-2.jpg Sermon Series - 08-16-2020 08-16-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Five Things to Grow Your Faith Week 1: Numbers Game English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. How would you define “faith”? 2. What are some things that have helped you grow your faith over the years? 3. Read our memory verse - 2 Thessalonians 1:3: We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing. What do you notice in this verse? 4. Read Matthew 8:5-10: When Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to him, asking for help. “Lord,” he said, “my servant lies at home paralyzed, suffering terribly.” Jesus said to him, “Shall I come and heal him?” The centurion replied, “Lord, I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell this one, ‘Go,’ and he goes; and that one, ‘Come,’ and he comes. I say to my servant, ‘Do this,’ and he does it.” When Jesus heard this, he was amazed and said to those following him, “Truly I tell you, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. Why was Jesus so impressed with this Roman centurion? 5. Pastor Trevor reminded us of some things he and Pastor Dale had taught us back in January: Faith isn’t blind. Faith isn’t 100% certainty. What did they mean by these two statements, and why are they important for us to remember? 6. Pastor and author Andy Stanley said: “At its core, Christianity is an invitation to re-enter a relationship of trust with the Father. At the cross, sin was forgiven and we were invited to trust.” If a person really trusts God, what are some ways that trust will show up practically in their life? 7. Gordon MacDonald, in his book, Ordering Your Private World, uses the metaphor of a garden to talk about the inner core of our spiritual life. How is a person’s inner spiritual life like a garden? 8. Some people think growing their faith is primarily a matter of acquiring more Bible knowledge. What are some potential dangers of just focusing on increasing your Bible knowledge? 9. What are some dangers when a person views spiritual growth strictly as obedience? 10. Bible knowledge and obedience are certainly important aspects of spiritual growth. But at the core of spiritual growth is trust, because trust makes us dependent on God. What helps you trust God more? 11. We tend to become increasingly like the people we trust. How have you seen that in your relationship with Jesus Christ? 12. Read Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. What do you notice here? How can you apply these verses to your life situation right now? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as trusting your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, get sermon notes, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Groups Launch Season: We want to help you experience community! Here are some things to know about Groups Launch this fall. We’re only asking for a short-term commitment. Some groups will be exclusively online, others will be in-person – either indoors or outside, and some will be a hybrid. You can choose the meeting option you feel comfortable with. We’re offering some great topics like parenting, mental health, Bible discussion, business mentoring, and more. Or you can simply request a group of people to watch our weekend services with – something we’re calling a “Watch Party.” All you have to do is fill out the form at https://communityofhope.church/groups and we’ll find a group that fits your situation. · Back to School Parade: Attention elementary and pre-school families! Come to church and celebrate the beginning of the new school year...Kids of Hope style!! We'll have special treats for kids AND parents, socially distanced love from your favorite volunteers, ice pops, Bibles for our new kindergarteners and Bridge kiddos, a photo spot, and MORE! We also invite the rest of our church family to come out with decorated cars, noise makers, signs, megaphones, or whatever you have to encourage and cheer on our young families and school-age kiddos. WEST CAMPUS | Wednesday, August 26 | anytime between 5:30pm-7:30pm EAST CAMPUS | Thursday, August 27 | anytime between 6:00pm-7:30pm Register at https://communityofhope.church/backtoschool · Drive-Through Communion: Sunday, September 6, 5-7pm, at our East and West campuses. Drive through our church parking lot to receive the elements of bread and juice in a safe and sanitary fashion, and have the opportunity to see your pastors and receive prayer. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-09-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-08-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1595087690818-4AQ9BN560JSHUDPLB4YC/Too-gether-Time-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 08-09-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/08-02-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-08-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1595087690818-4AQ9BN560JSHUDPLB4YC/Too-gether-Time-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 08-02-2020 08-02-2020 Eric Stewart and Pastor Efrain Silva Week 3 of the Sermon Series: Too-gether Time: Staying Friends While Staying Home English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Eric was vulnerable in sharing his cookie story. If you’re willing, share about a time when you dug in your heels and made a big deal of something that you later realized wasn’t worth fighting about. 2. Last week, Pastor Dale talked about the power of our mouths. How have you done this past week with regard to managing your speech, whether directly from your mouth or in writing on social media? 3. Read Colossians 3:12-17: “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” What insights or questions come to your mind as you read this passage? 4. What does Paul mean when he says to “bear with each other”? How do we actually do that? 5. Read Proverbs 19:11: “A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.” What is the point of this proverb? Are there exceptions to this general principle? 6. Some people are conflict avoiders. What’s the danger of avoiding conflict, particularly in our closest relationships, like our family? 7. Because we’re human and fallen, even in good families and good churches, there will be conflicts at times. Read Jesus’ words in Matthew 18:15 about how to handle conflict well: “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.” Talk through some things we can learn from Jesus’s word here about how to handle conflict well. 8. Eric said that in the midst of conflict we should “remember who we are fighting for.” What did he mean, and why is this important? Some things that will help us handle conflict better... Preparation 9. What can a person do to prepare themselves to be better at handling conflicts in the future? Practice 10. People aren’t likely to be great at handling conflict the first time they do it, but we can get better with practice. What are some things you’ve learned over the years as you’ve grown in your ability to handle conflict well? 11. Dale taught us a couple weeks ago that family is where life can start over. We all fail at times. What helps a person develop the ability to offer others a fresh start after their failure? Preference 12. What does it mean to “prefer the other” in your relationships? Prayer 13. How can prayer play a role in helping you deal with conflicts in your family and other relationships? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, such as giving your life to Christ or getting baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · COVID19 Update: We have decided we will not be worshiping in-person through the month of August. This is part of how we are loving the 561! Even though we’re not worshiping person, we invite you to take part in the many other ways we’re offering to stay connected to our church. · Drive-In Worship, Friday, August 14 @ 6pm: Join us outdoors on our West Campus as our musical teams lead us in worshipping our God safely and socially distant from our own vehicles. You must register to attend, and to keep our event safe and in line with CDC guidelines, we can only allow the first 75 registered cars, so sign up soon! https://communityofhope.church/events/drive-in-worship · Join us for Hope University Online on Tuesdays at 7pm. This Tuesday, August 4th is our last session. Learn tips for how to better understand the New Testament from our own Dr. Victor Copan, Professor of Ministry Leadership and Biblical Studies at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Be sure to register in advance at https://communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · Our Date Night Challenge is postponed to Saturday, August 8th so you can still sign up! Grow your relationship with your spouse by taking part in our Summer Date Night Challenge! Pick up a fun free Date Pack on either campus from 4:30-6:30pm with all the instructions you need for a fun night out, plus some surprises! Be sure to register at https://communityofhope.church/events/summerdatenightchallenge2020 · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-26-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-07-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1595441883807-RISGKM1X021HF21BO8KI/image-asset.jpeg Sermon Series - 07-26-2020 07-26-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva Week 2 of the Sermon Series: Too-gether Time: Staying Friends While Staying Home English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Share something that you love about your family. 2. What has been one of the most challenging aspects of your living situation during this time of social isolation? 3. Read the theme verse for this series - Psalm 127:1a: “Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.” What is the Psalmist’s point in this verse? How have you experienced this in your own life? 4. Last week, Pastor Dale shared four things that a family should be. Family is a place where credibility is established, where faith is formed, where we have refuge from life’s storms, and where life starts over. Which of these resonate with you most, and why? 5. Read what James, the half-brother of Jesus, wrote in James 3:1-12: “Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. 2 We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check. 3 When we put bits into the mouths of horses to make them obey us, we can turn the whole animal. 4 Or take ships as an example. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot wants to go. 5 Likewise, the tongue is a small part of the body, but it makes great boasts. Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. 6 The tongue also is a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. 7 All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles and sea creatures are being tamed and have been tamed by mankind, 8 but no human being can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. 9 With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. 10 Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be. 11 Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring? 12 My brothers and sisters, can a fig tree bear olives, or a grapevine bear figs? Neither can a salt spring produce fresh water.” What insights or questions come to your mind as you read this passage? 6. Note James’ warning in verse 1 about aspiring to be a teacher. It’s tempting to think we know more than we do, but it’s wise to first be a humble learner. Name an area where you’re currently seeking to learn more. My Mouth Directs Where I Go 7. Why is our mouth so powerful in impacting the direction of our lives? 8. Share an example from your own life – positive or negative - where something you said had a big impact on your life. My Mouth Can Destroy What I Have 9. What guidelines or guardrails have you set up for yourself with regard to what you say or don’t say on social media? 10. Why is it important to restrain ourselves, when it comes to what we say on social media? 11. What does the expression “cancel culture” mean? What’s the danger of this? My Mouth Can Define Who I Am 12. What did Pastor Dale mean when he said that our mouths can define who we are? 13. Look at verses 10-12 again. What does it say about a person if they have both praise and cursing coming out of their mouth? 14. Pastor Dale said, “Over time, we can train ourselves to be negative.” If you’ve ever caught yourself getting into a pattern of negativity, how did you get out if it? 15. Read what Paul wrote in Philippians 4:8-9: “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.” What strikes you from this passage? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey such as giving or recommitting your life to Christ or being baptized, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we’ll contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · Drive-through Communion: Join us today, Sunday, July 26, at our East Campus on Military Trail any time between 10am & 12pm to receive Holy Communion and connect with your pastors and church staff. We miss you! · Date Night Challenge, Saturday, August 1st. Grow your relationship with your spouse by taking part in our Summer Date Night Challenge! Pick up a fun free Date Pack on either campus from 4:30-6:30pm with all the instructions you need for a fun night out, plus some surprises! Be sure to register at https://communityofhope.church/events/summerdatenightchallenge2020 · Join us for Hope University Online on any Tuesday at 7pm. All summer, we’ve been offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This Tuesday, you can grow in your understanding of the Old Testament with Dr. Brittany Melton, Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Be sure to register in advance at https://communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-19-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-07-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1595087690818-4AQ9BN560JSHUDPLB4YC/Too-gether-Time-web+%281%29.jpg Sermon Series - 07-19-2020 07-19-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva Too-Gether: Four English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Share with your group about your family of origin (family dynamic, faith structure, and your position in the family). 2. Read Psalm 127:1 “If the Lord doesn’t build a house, the work of the builders is useless” What do you think King Solomon might have meant by this? 3. Read Psalm 68:6a “God sets the lonely in families…” What do you think this means, exactly? 4. In this series we will focus on our relationships and family. Talk about the many different versions of your relationships that you consider your ‘family’ (church, teams, groups, etc.) Why do you consider each of these relationships as family? · Family is: A place where credibility is established. 5. Define credibility in your own words. 6. Read Luke 2:52 “Jesus became wiser and stronger. He also became more and more pleasing to God and to people. And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” Talk about what kind of family life Jesus probably had growing up, in order to have this said of him. · Family is: The place where my faith is formed 7. Pastor Dale said he often has appointments with people who are struggling with faith issues. He stated that these struggles are often the result of “circumstances having outpaced people’s spiritual disciplines, and it represents that it’s time to grow.” What do you think he meant by that? 8. Read Deuteronomy 6:6-9 “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. 7 Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. 8 Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. 9 Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your gates.” What are some practical ways you can follow these directives in your own life and family? 9. Talk about the spiritual disciplines you follow now, and where you want to grow in your spiritual disciplines. · Family is: A refuge from life’s storms 10. Do you think of your own home as a house of refuge, or is it more like a place of chaos and conflict? Explain your answer if you are willing. 11. Read Psalm 127:1b “Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain.” Talk about what this verse may mean. 12. Talk about one thing you can do to create more of a sense of refuge in your home and your life. · Family is: A place where life can start over 13. Read Luke 15:21-24 “The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 23 Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. 24 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate.” Why do you think the father was so eager to celebrate his son’s repentance? 14. Is there an area in your life where you’d like to start over? Are you ready to seek forgiveness? Or offer forgiveness? Share about it if you are willing. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we will contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Join us for Hope University, Tuesdays at 7pm – Online: All summer, we’re offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This Tuesday Dr. Ben Witherington 111, Jean R. Amos Professor of Doctoral Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary will explore the actual nature of apocalyptic prophesy in the book of Revelation and talk about what it does & doesn’t tell us about the end times and the return of Christ. Remember to register in advance at https://communityofhope.church/hope-university · Drive Through Communion – Today, July 19 at West Campus anytime between 9 am – noon (Loxahatchee) and next Sunday at East Campus anytime between 10 am noon (West Palm). Come out with your church family & drive through the parking lot to receive elements of bread & juice. You can drive up to your pastors and allow them to guide you and offer a prayer for your family! Come to the campus where you normally worship or come both weekends! Lake Worth campus attenders are especially encouraged to come and introduce yourselves. · If you’re not yet a COH partner, or if you just want to learn more about how to live the Christian life, sign up for our 4-week Connections Class. Our next Connections series will be Wednesdays at 7pm starting July 22. This class will be online, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home! Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Food Distributions: Our West Campus food distributions take place on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 5pm to 7pm. Volunteers arrive at 3pm. Our East Campus food distributions are each Saturday from 1pm to 3pm with volunteers arriving at 10am. To take part in either of these serving opportunities, sign up at https://communityofhope.church/missions/ · Go to https://communityofhope.church/coronavirus if you need help – like food or a face mask – or if you are available to offer help to others. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-12-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1593809705422-FCEMDUZKDNDYYJUUK1OJ/HOPE+T2-v3.jpg Sermon Series - 07-12-2020 Jessica Stafford, Director of Children’ Ministry, and Pastor Efrain Silva Hope is an Anchor English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. If you have a “wilderness adventure story” from your own life, share about that with your group. 2. Jessica said, “Hope has gotten a bad rap in our society.” What did she mean by that? 3. Read Hebrews 6:13-20: When God made his promise to Abraham, since there was no one greater for him to swear by, he swore by himself, 14 saying, “I will surely bless you and give you many descendants.” 15 And so after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was promised. 16 People swear by someone greater than themselves, and the oath confirms what is said and puts an end to all argument. 17 Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of his purpose very clear to the heirs of what was promised, he confirmed it with an oath. 18 God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be greatly encouraged. 19 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, 20 where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek. 4. When it comes to boating, what is the purpose of an anchor? What happens without an anchor? 5. Go back and look at verse 19, where it says, “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul….” What is the hope that the author is referring to here? 6. Theologian Matthew Henry compared our spiritual life to a ship at sea: “We are in this world as a ship at sea, liable to be tossed up and down, and in danger of being cast away....The temptations, persecutions, and afflictions that we encounter, are the winds and waves that threaten our ship. We have need of an anchor to keep us sure and steady, or we are in continual danger.” With that in mind, read Hebrews 2:1: “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” If you’ve ever had a time in your life when you started to drift away spiritually, share about that. What helped you notice that you were drifting? What helped you get out of that drifting? 7. The curtain in the temple in Jerusalem separated the outer part of the temple from the “Holy of Holies” because human imperfection separates us from God, who is absolutely holy. No human was ever allowed to go through that curtain into God’s presence, except for the High Priest; and even he could only pass through it once a year on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. But when Jesus died for us this curtain was torn in two from top to bottom, demonstrating ordinary believers like us can now enter freely into God’s holy presence any time. Given this background information, what is the point of Hebrews 6:19-20? 8. Jessica referred to the hymn lyrics: “My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus' blood and righteousness. In every high and stormy gale, my anchor holds within the veil” Sometimes in really difficult life storms, people feel God’s presence even more strongly and intimately than they do in good times. If you’ve experienced that in your own life, share about that with your group. 9. Read 1 Thessalonians 4:13: “…you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.” As Christians, although we still grieve when we lose a loved one, our grief is different. How is it different? 10. Read Romans 5:1-5: “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. 3 Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance, character; and character, hope. 5 And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.” What does Paul mean when he says, “hope does not put us to shame”? 11. C.S. Lewis wrote: “Hope is one of the theological virtues. This means that a continual looking forward to the eternal world is not (as some modern people think) a form of escapism or wishful thinking, but one of the things a Christian is meant to do.” What did he mean by this? 12. Author Elisabeth Elliot wrote, “Of one thing I am perfectly sure: God’s story never ends with ‘ashes.’” What did she mean by that? 13. Read Deuteronomy 33:27: “The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.” Jessica pointed out that, while we hold onto hope, hope also holds on to us. Why is this significant? 14. Read Romans 8:38-39: “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” How could this passage increase your hope, especially in a difficult season? 15. Theologian Charles Spurgeon said: Do you know anything about your hope holding you? It will hold you if it is a good hope; you will not be able to get away from it, but under temptation and depression of spirit, and under trial and affliction, you will not only hold your hope - that is your duty, but your hope will hold you–that is your privilege. When the devil tempts you to say, “I will give it all up,” a power unseen will speak out of the infinite deeps, and will reply, “But I shall not give you up, I have a hold of you, and none shall separate us.” Our security depends far more upon God’s holding us than our holding to him. Our hope in God that he will fulfil his oath and promise has a mighty power over us, far more than equal to all the efforts of the world, the flesh, and the devil to drag us away. What do you think about this? 16. What was the most helpful idea from this sermon for you personally? 17. Read Hebrews 10:23 out loud together as a group: “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we will contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · If you’re not yet a COH partner, or if you just want to learn more about how to live the Christian life, sign up for our 4-week Connections Class. Our next Connections series will be Wednesdays at 7pm starting July 22. This class will be online, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home! Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Drive-Through Communion: Come receive Holy Communion and connect with your pastors and others on the church staff. We miss you! Sunday, July 19th at West Campus (Loxahatchee) – any time from 9 am to 12 pm. Sunday, July 26th at East Campus (West Palm) – any time from 10 am to 12 pm. · Next week, join us as we start a new sermon series called “Too-Gether Time: Staying Friends While Staying Home.“ · Join us for Hope University Online, Tuesdays at 7pm. All summer, we’re offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This Tuesday Dr. Tim Tennent, President of Asbury Seminary, will teach on World Christianity. Join us to be encouraged at how Christ is building his church in remarkable ways all around the globe. Remember to register in advance at https://communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/07-05-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-07-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1593809705422-FCEMDUZKDNDYYJUUK1OJ/HOPE+T2-v3.jpg Sermon Series - 07-05-2020 07-05-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston and Pastor Efrain Silva Hope: Finding Strength Again English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. What has been one of the most challenging aspects of 2020 for you personally so far? 2. How would you define “hope”? What does the word “hope” mean to you? 3. In the 8th century B.C., when Israel was in exile in Babylon, the prophet Isaiah wrote Isaiah 40:25-31: “To whom will you compare me? Or who is my equal?” says the Holy One. 26 Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name. Because of his great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing. 27 Why do you complain, Jacob? Why do you say, Israel, “My way is hidden from the Lord; my cause is disregarded by my God”? 28 Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. 29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. 30 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. What insights or questions do you have from this passage? 4. “Hope is best placed in a person, not an outcome.” What do we mean by this, and why is this true? 5. Read Psalm 43:5: “Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.” The Old Testament book of Psalms are a collection of actual human prayers that people said to God. It’s encouraging to see how honest they were and that God seems to be OK with their honesty. Have you ever prayed a very honest prayer to God about your discouragement or pain, like the Psalmists did? If so, how did it impact you to pray that way? 6. Read Hebrews 13:8: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” How can this truth add to your hope in difficult times? 7. During the recession of 2008, pastor and author John Ortberg said, “I cannot think of … in recent memory when there was a bigger need for hope, for something that would breathe life into the human spirit. A year ago, so many people … felt like they were on pretty solid ground. [Now they] find themselves in circumstances they never would have predicted. A lot of people … are feeling anxious. They have pressures … that they did not have [before]. They [regret] decisions they've made over this last year. They wonder where things will stand a year from now. Nobody ever wants a season of hard times … to come, but when they do, they have a way of making you … ask, What am I really counting on? Am I building my life on a foundation that's solid enough that circumstances beyond my control cannot take it away? That's why I've been looking forward to [gathering] to remember the only hope capable of sustaining a human life through everything. People have not gathered for the past 2,000 years to say, "The stock market has risen. It has risen indeed." They have not gathered to say, "The dollar has risen. It has risen indeed." Or, "the employment rate has risen." Or, "the gross domestic product has risen." Or, "General Motors has risen." Or, "The value of your 401(k) has risen." Here's the one hope that has held up human beings across every continent and culture for two millennia of difficult times of poverty, disease, pain, hardship, [and] death itself: "Christ is risen. He is risen indeed." What do you think about what he says here? 8. Hope is a choice. What do we mean when we say that hope is a choice? 9. Read Psalm 121:1-2: “I lift up my eyes to the mountains – where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth” and then read Isaiah 40:26 again. What’s the point of these two verses? 10. How does a person actually choose hope during a painful, discouraging or difficult time? What are some practical things you have done in the past to get yourself in a better place? 11. One way to grow hope is to remember who God is. Together as a group, make a long list of God’s character qualities. What effect does it have on you to read through that list? 12. Another way to increase hope is to remember what God has done. Describe a past experience where God blessed you or provided for you in some way. 13. It also helps grow hope when we remember what God said He will do. Name some promises God has made in Scripture that encourage you when you’re down. 14. Read Romans 15:13: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” What do you notice in this verse about the topic of hope? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we will contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · 4Kids Back to School Drive: Help us collect backpacks and school supplies for foster children in our area. For more information on how to do be part of this opportunity to love our community, go to https://communityofhope.church/events/4kids-back-to-school · Financial Peace University, Mondays at 6:30pm – Online – starting July 6: If you’re experiencing financial challenges in this season, or if you just want to prepare for your future, Dave Ramsey's 9-week FPU class is a great way to learn wise money management principles. We’re offering it online, so you won’t even have to leave home! The $129 fee includes a full year of access to videos and online financial tools, and they’re offering a free 2-week trial! Register at fpu.com/1120256 · Join us for Hope University, Tuesdays at 7pm – Online: All summer, we’re offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This Tuesday Dr. Michael Beck will teach us about Fresh Expressions of church. If you have a heart for helping unchurched people connect with Jesus Christ, join us! Remember to register in advance at https://communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · If you’re not yet a COH partner, or if you just want to learn more about how to live the Christian life, sign up for our 4-week Connections Class. Our next Connections series will be Wednesdays at 7pm starting July 22. This class will be online, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home! Register at https://communityofhope.church/connections · Food Distributions: Our West Campus food distributions take place on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 5pm to 7pm. Volunteers arrive at 3pm. Our East Campus food distributions are each Saturday from 1pm to 3pm with volunteers arriving at 10am. To take part in either of these serving opportunities, sign up at https://communityofhope.church/missions/ · Go to https://communityofhope.church/coronavirus if you need help – like food or a face mask – or if you are available to offer help to others. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-28-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-06-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1591392713495-UF67MZHEG7H16ZBH4OZW/Be-the-Bridge-Group-Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 06-28-2020 06-28-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston and Pastor Efrain Silva “Be the Bridge, Part 4” English PDF file for printing Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. In this sermon series, we’re looking at Scriptures that can help us grow in our ability to do relationships better – in our homes, in our community, with regard to racial reconciliation as well as other areas of life. Today our focus is on how we communicate. What is one of your biggest challenges when it comes to communication? 2. Read Ephesians 4:25-32: Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. 26 “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27 and do not give the devil a foothold. 28 Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need. 29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. 31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. 32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Today we will focus on verse 29 and break it down phrase by phrase. “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up….” 3. The Greek word translated “unwholesome” here simply means “not good,” and one way this word was used was to describe rotten fish. Paul defines it further by saying Christ-followers should only say what is helpful for building others up. How would it impact the way outsiders view Christianity if believers were to live more consistently by what Paul says here? 4. The word “talk” here includes more than just talking. It includes all the ways we communicate. Why is it important for Christians to apply this passage to things like emailing, texting, and social media posts? What are some particular dangers of these modern forms of communication? 5. Most of us recognize that the old adage, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me” is completely untrue. Why are words so powerful – both to build others up and to tear them down? 6. Read Proverbs 18:21: “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” Describe in your own words what this verse is saying. What does it add to your understanding of the importance of our words? 7. Words create and destroy confidence. Words start and wreck relationships. Words land and lose jobs. Words have the power to shape your life and the lives of others around you. Talk about these and other areas where our words have power. If you have a relevant story from your own life connected to any of these areas, share that with your group. “…according to their needs…” 8. Our human tendency is to focus on our own “need” to be heard, to vent, to be right, or to get in the last word. When someone else is talking, we’re often tempted to think about what we want to say, rather than really listening to the other person. What difference would it make if we followed Paul’s words here and cared more about the needs of the other person in our communication? 9. Read Philippians 2:3-4: “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” What are the implications of this passage when it comes to our communication? 10. Stephen Covey wrote The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, which was named the #1 Most Influential Business Book of the 20th Century. Here’s what he said about Habit #5: "If I were to summarize in one sentence the single most important principle I have learned in the field of interpersonal relations, it would be this: Seek first to understand, then to be understood." Why is this principle so significant when it comes to being an effective and successful person in all areas of life? “…that it may benefit those who listen.” 11. It’s easy to forget that other people are often listening in on what we say. For example, kids may be listening to the conversations we’re having with others. How might it impact your children if they hear you say disparaging remarks to or about other people? 12. Especially when we speak out on social media, lots of people are listening. As Christ-followers, the most important way to benefit others is by helping them know Jesus Christ. How could our social media posts inadvertently push people away from the Christian faith? 13. Words are like toothpaste – it’s easy for toothpaste to come out of the tube, but once it’s out, you can’t get it back in. Similarly, once you’ve said something, you can’t unsay it. Read Proverbs 13:3: “Those who guard their lips preserve their lives, but those who speak rashly will come to ruin.” What are the implications of this concept for our speech? 14. If you’ve said hurtful words to someone else – whether in person or on social media – you can’t unsay those words, but as a Christ-follower, you’re still called to seek to repair that relationship. What are some things you can do after you’ve messed up and said things you shouldn’t have said? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we will contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · No More Orphans Virtual Event: Join us online tonight, Sunday, June 28, at 5pm, 6pm, or 7pm for this powerful 30-minute event designed to help you get God’s heart for modern day orphans and foster kids and learn ways you can help them. Invite friends, and share it on your social media! Register at https://fornomore.org/rsvp/. · Join us for Hope University, Tuesdays at 7pm – Online All summer, we’re offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This Tuesday Dr. Mark Witwer will teach on various ways believers can view the Genesis creation story. This session will be very helpful to anyone struggling to reconcile faith and science. We encourage you to invite friends, especially teens and young adults. Remember to register in advance at communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · If you’re not yet a COH partner, or if you just want to learn more about how to live the Christian life, sign up for our 4-week Connections Class. Our next Connections series will be Wednesdays, at 7pm starting July 22. This class will be online, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home! Register at communityofhope.church/connections · The Community of Hope App is serving as our Connect Folder in this time. Download it to watch our services, register for events, and to stay connected with what’s going on in our church. · Be the Bridge: We are forming discussions groups of people with a heart for racial reconciliation who want to listen, learn and grow in their love and understanding for all people. If you want to stay informed about this and possibly join a group in the fall, sign up at communityofhope.church/bethebridge · Food Distributions: Our West Campus food distribution schedule is changing to the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 5pm to 7pm. Volunteers arrive at 3pm. Our East Campus food distributions continue to be each Saturday from 1pm to 3pm with volunteers arriving at 10am. To take part in this opportunity to serve our community, sign up at communityofhope.church/missions · Go to communityofhope.church/coronavirus if you need help – like food or a face mask – or if you are available to offer help to others. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-21-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-06-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1591392713495-UF67MZHEG7H16ZBH4OZW/Be-the-Bridge-Group-Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 06-21-2020 06-21-2020 Rev. Trevor Johnston and Pastor Efrain Silva “Be the Bridge, Part 3” English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Happy Father’s Day to all dads! Share a good memory that you have of your Dad. 2. Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 5:18 that God has given Christ-followers “the ministry of reconciliation.” In this sermon series, we’re talking about how we can “Be the Bridge,” and we’re trying to learn biblical principles about how to live this ministry out. What does the word “reconciliation” mean, particularly in light of the current events going on in our world? 3. What are some practical things that you are doing to seek to live into this assignment that God has given you to be a reconciler? 4. Read Ephesians 4:25-32: Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. 26 “In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, 27 and do not give the devil a foothold. 28 Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need. 29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. 30 And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. 31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. 32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. What insights or questions come to your mind as you read this? 5. Anger itself isn’t a sin, but why does anger often lead to sin? 6. If you’ve ever written a social media post or told someone what was on your mind while you were feeling very angry, share how that worked out. 7. Why does Paul say not to “let the sun go down while you are still angry”? What is his point here? 8. What does Paul mean when he says that anger can “give the devil a foothold”? 9. Retired NFL coach Tony Dungy was the first African American coach to lead a team to win the Super Bowl. He is also a Christ follower. He recently said, “Today we have a divided country. We’re divided racially, politically and socio-economically. And Satan is laughing at us, because that is exactly what he wants. Disfunction, mistrust and hatred help his kingdom flourish. We have to come to the forefront and demonstrate the qualities of the one we claim to follow – Jesus Christ. In the words of the Apostle Paul, ‘Do not be overcome by evil. But overcome evil with good.’” Talk about what Tony Dungy was getting at here. What does it mean to “overcome evil with good”? 10. Have you ever been in a situation where whenever you thought about a particular person or heard their name, you found yourself feeling angry? What can you do to get that to stop happening? 11. Read James 1:19-20: “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” Why does “human anger” seldom produces what God desires? 12. Look again at Ephesians 4:32. What happens if a person chooses to respond with kindness, compassion and forgiveness when someone hurts them? Why is this type of response so powerful? 13. Talk about a time in history or in your own life when you saw the principles of Ephesians 4:32 have a powerful healing effect on a tense situation. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we will contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · Be the Bridge is a 9-week study designed to help a diverse group of 3-12 people with a heart for racial reconciliation to learn from each other and grow in their love and understanding for all people. If you would like to attend an online informational meeting to learn more about Be the Bridge, register at communityofhope.church/bethebridge · Food Distributions: We’ve fed over 40,000 people over these past few months, but the demand on Thursdays at our West Campus has been decreasing, so next Thursday will be our last of these drive-through food distribution at our West Campus. Our Saturday Food Distributions at our East Campus will continue, so if you haven’t served yet, be sure to sign up to do that! · Join us for Hope University, Tuesdays at 7pm – Online All summer long, we’re offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This Tuesday Dr. Nathan Maxwell, a professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, will teach us how to understand and grow from the Psalms. Don’t miss it! Register at communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · If you’re not yet a COH partner, or if you just want to learn more about how to live the Christian life, sign up for our 4-week Connections Class. Our next Connections series will be Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m. starting July 22. It will be online, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home! Register at communityofhope.church/connections · Download our new Community of Hope App. It’s a great way to stay connected with everything at Community of Hope. · Go to communityofhope.church/coronavirus if you need help – like food or a face mask – or if you are available to offer help to others. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-14-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-06-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1591392713495-UF67MZHEG7H16ZBH4OZW/Be-the-Bridge-Group-Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 06-14-2020 06-14-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva “Be the Bridge, Part 2” English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Why is it important for our church to talk about racial relations? 2. As followers of Jesus, we believe black lives matter and systemic racism needs to be dealt with; and we also believe that the lives of law enforcement officers matter and we should seek to understand what they’re dealing with. How can you avoid polarization on this – taking just one side or the other, as many in our culture are doing? 3. Read Ephesians 4:1-6: “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; 6 one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.” What insights about this week’s topic come to your mind when you read this passage? 4. Read James 1:19-21: “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you.” What strikes you from this passage, written by Jesus’ half-brother? 5. In the last week of John Wesley’s life, he wrote the following in a letter to William Wilberforce, who worked for decades to get England to pass a law against slavery: “O be not weary of well-doing! Go on, in the name of God and in the power of His might, till even American slavery (the vilest that ever saw the sun) shall vanish away before it. Reading this morning a tract wrote by a poor African, I was particularly struck by the circumstance, that a man who has a black skin being wronged or outraged by a white man, can have no redress; it being a LAW in all of our Colonies that the OATH of a black man against a white goes for nothing. What villainy is this! That He who has guided you from youth up may continue to strengthen you in this and all things is the prayer of, dear sir, Your affectionate servant, John Wesley.” This was written in 1791. Wesley recognized the vileness of racial inequality at a time when most people didn’t. Why has it taken many white Christians so long to see this? 6. Read Ephesians 6:12: “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” What is Paul trying to communicate here? 7. Why is the truth of Ephesians 6:12 so important to keep in mind when we’re dealing with racial tensions and other human conflicts? 8. What insights did you gain from the panel discussion with Chad and Jeff? 9. Name some sacrifices that law enforcement officers and their families make for others. 10. Share a positive story about a time when a police officer helped you in some way. 11. How has your thinking has been changing in recent weeks? 12. What can you do to better understand the feelings and experiences of people on all sides of these issues? Why is it important for Christians to do this? Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we will contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · Be the Bridge is a 9-week study designed to help a diverse group of 3-12 people with a heart for racial reconciliation to learn from each other and grow in their love and understanding for all people. If you would like to attend an online informational meeting to learn more about Be the Bridge, register at communityofhope.church/bethebridge · We’re excited to announce that St. Luke’s UMC in Lake Worth Beach will soon become a campus of Community of Hope! We believe this will open more doors for us to interest disinterested people in Jesus Christ in Palm Beach County. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be answering your questions. Please pray with us about this about this opportunity. More information at communityofhope.church/lakeworth · If you’re not yet a COH partner, or if you just want to learn more about how to live the Christian life, sign up for our 4-week Connections Class. Our next Connections series will be Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m. starting July 22. It will be online, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home! Register at communityofhope.church/connections · Join us for Hope University, Tuesdays at 7pm – Online This summer we’re offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This Tuesday we’ll learn from Dr. Kathy Maxwell, a professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, about the Biblical Basis for Women in Ministry. At COH, we believe all Christians should be free to use their spiritual gifts, regardless of gender. Be sure to invite young women to attend this session, so they can be encouraged to serve wherever God leads them! Register soon at communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · Download our new Community of Hope App. It’s a great way to stay connected with everything at Community of Hope. · Go to communityofhope.church/coronavirus if you need help – like food or a face mask – or if you are available to offer help to others, like serving at our food distribution or delivering food to others. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/06-07-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-06-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1591392713495-UF67MZHEG7H16ZBH4OZW/Be-the-Bridge-Group-Web-2.jpg Sermon Series - 06-07-2020 06-07-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva “Be the Bridge” English PDF file for printing Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. Each week, our Sermon Discussion Questions are here to help the sermon go deeper into your life. You can think these through on your own, or discuss them with your spouse, family, or small group. 1. Our nation is currently very divided. Being “red” or “blue” seems to take priority over all other loyalties and affects how people see everything. When we give our lives to Christ, we become citizens of another Kingdom, and our loyalties should change. How does it change a Christian’s thinking and behavior when they recognize that they are a citizen of God’s Kingdom first? 2. Describe some ways Christians sometimes get this wrong. And if you’re willing to be vulnerable, share how you’ve gotten it wrong at times. 3. Read Ephesians 4:1-5: “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.” What insights or questions come to your mind when you read this passage? 4. When it comes to racial relations, what does it mean for a Christian to “live a life worthy of our calling”? 5. How would it impact the racial relations in our country, if each Christ-follower would be “completely humble, gentle, and patient”? Consider the meaning of each of these words. Why is each one so important? 6. What’s the difference between tolerating another person and “bearing with one another in love”? What does it mean to “bear with another person in love” and why is this often necessary in human relationships? 7. In Paul’s day, churches had to work against divisions between Jews and Gentiles, slaves and masters, and men and women; so Paul asked them to “keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” What are some practical things we can do today to keep the unity of the Spirit in our church? 8. Read Galatians 3:26-28: “So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” When Paul wrote this, these ideas were radically different from the values of his culture. What are some ways that Jesus’ values clash with the values of our culture today? 9. Read James 1:19-20: “My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.” How does it impact a hurting person, when someone listens to them and seeks to understand their situation? 10. How does it impact you when you’re hurting, and someone speaks about your situation without listening first? 11. When an injustice makes you feel angry, how can you deal with this anger in a godly way? 12. What insights did you gain from the panel discussion with Kat and Lens? 13. How have these past couple weeks impacted you personally? 14. Article 6 of Community of Hope’s statement of faith is, “God calls all Christians to show compassion to those in need and to stand up for those who cannot stand up for themselves.” How does this relate to current situations in our world? 15. Read 2 Corinthians 5:18 “All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.” Name some practical steps you could take to live out the ministry of reconciliation that God has given you. Ready for your next step? If you would like to take a next step in your faith journey, text the word “Next” to 561-264-6079 and follow the steps there, and we will contact you to help you do that. News and Announcements: · If you’re new to Community of Hope, text “Hello” to 561-264-6079 to let us know who you are. · Be the Bridge is a 9-week study designed to help a diverse group of 3-12 people with a heart for racial reconciliation to learn from each other and grow in their love and understanding for all people. If you would like to attend an online informational meeting to learn more about Be the Bridge, register at communityofhope.church/bethebridge · Hope University, June 2 - August 4 - Tuesdays at 7pm – Online This summer we’re offering top-notch college-level teaching from some amazing Bible, Theology, and Ministry professors at no cost to you! This week we’ll learn about spiritual warfare from author and Professor Emeritus of Christian Doctrine at Asbury Theological Seminary, Dr. Steve Seamands. Space for each session is limited, so register soon at communityofhope.church/hopeuniversity · Download our new Community of Hope App. It’s a great way to stay connected with everything at Community of Hope. · Go to https://communityofhope.church/coronavirus for updates on how COH is responding to this crisis. This is also the place to let us know if you need help – like food or a face mask – or if you are available to offer help to others. · Thank you for your financial support, which makes it possible for us to minister to our community! To give to Community of Hope, go to https://communityofhope.church/give. https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-31-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1587484265174-CGDIND69VOD2NY0GBAPB/Amazed+Outputs+-+Main+Graphic.jpg Sermon Series - 05-31-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-24-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1587484265174-CGDIND69VOD2NY0GBAPB/Amazed+Outputs+-+Main+Graphic.jpg Sermon Series - 05-24-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-17-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-05-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1587484265174-CGDIND69VOD2NY0GBAPB/Amazed+Outputs+-+Main+Graphic.jpg Sermon Series - 05-17-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-10-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-05-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1587484265174-CGDIND69VOD2NY0GBAPB/Amazed+Outputs+-+Main+Graphic.jpg Sermon Series - 05-10-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/05-03-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1587484265174-CGDIND69VOD2NY0GBAPB/Amazed+Outputs+-+Main+Graphic.jpg Sermon Series - 05-03-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-26-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-04-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1587484265174-CGDIND69VOD2NY0GBAPB/Amazed+Outputs+-+Main+Graphic.jpg Sermon Series - 04-26-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-19-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-04-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1587157394856-1OK59RZFWXVKEOFJW3UB/Screen+Shot+2020-04-17+at+5.02.29+PM.png Sermon Series - 04-19-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-12-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1586472181204-BTKOX6GZFJDWZNG9S6D1/image-asset.jpeg Sermon Series - 04-12-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/04-05-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1583509348247-YUSWMD0JYM15SJIQWU3B/How-to-Pray-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 04-05-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-29-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-03-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1583509348247-YUSWMD0JYM15SJIQWU3B/How-to-Pray-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-29-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-22-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-03-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1583509348247-YUSWMD0JYM15SJIQWU3B/How-to-Pray-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-22-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/03-15-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1583509348247-YUSWMD0JYM15SJIQWU3B/How-to-Pray-Web.jpg Sermon Series - 03-15-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: How to Pray, A Simple Guide for Normal People Week 2: Pause English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. The following questions are designed to help the sermon go deeper in your life. You can think them through on your own, or discuss it with your spouse, family, or small group – whether in person or through an online platform like Skype, Facetime or Google Hangouts. If you have kids, be sure to check out our kids’ resource at https://communityofhope.church/coronavirus. There you will also find a prayer resource, and ongoing updates of our church’s response to this situation. We hope you will continue to support our church by giving online at https://communityofhope.church/give. 1. Talk about the thoughts and feelings you’ve had about the Coronavirus crisis our world is experiencing. 2. How does your faith in Jesus impact your thoughts, feelings and reactions to this crisis? 3. Read Psalm 46: God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. 4 There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy place where the Most High dwells. 5 God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at break of day. 6 Nations are in uproar, kingdoms fall; he lifts his voice, the earth melts. 7 The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. 8 Come and see what the Lord has done, the desolations he has brought on the earth. 9 He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the shields with fire. 10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” 11 The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. What do you notice in this Psalm that encourages you today? 4. Read Jesus’ words in John 14:27: “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” What truths in this verse help you at a time like this? 5. Read our memory verse for this sermon series out loud together - Luke 11:1 - “One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said to him, ‘Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.’” Review the key points of last week’s sermon, in which we dispelled some myths people believe about prayer. 4 Myths regarding prayer: Myth: Only a few people pray. Truth: We all pray. Even people who don’t believe in God pray. Myth: Only a few people know how to pray. Truth: We all can learn more in this area. Myth: Prayer always works if you do it right. Truth: Even Jesus lived with unanswered prayer. (See Matthew 26:36-45) Myth: God does whatever He wants whether we pray or not. Truth: Prayer changes things. 6. Over the next 4 weeks, we will use the acronym P.R.A.Y. from Pete Grieg’s book, How to Pray, A Simple Guide for Normal People to talk about prayer. The ”P” stands for pause. This is the first step in prayer. Why is it so important to pause before you start to pray? 7. Blaise Pascal wrote in the 17th century, “All of humanity’s problems stem from our inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” What did he mean? 8. Pete Grieg writes, “Prayer easily becomes a frenetic extension of the manic way I live too much of my life. Distracted and driven, I step into the courts of the King without modulation, without introduction, without slowing my pace or lifting my face to meet his gaze. But the sages teach us that true prayer is not so much something we say, nor is it something we do: It is something we become. It is not transactional but relational. And it begins, therefore, with an appropriate awareness of the one to whom we come.” What is his point here? 9. David wrote in Psalm 23 that the Lord “makes me lie down in green pastures.” Share about a time in your life when God “made” you lie down and rest with him, even though you didn’t want to. 10. What are some things you could do to help you pause? 11. Take some time right now to simply pause and quiet your mind and heart before the Lord. 12. Community of Hope will have a 24-7 Prayer Week from Sunday, April 5th – Sunday, April 12th. 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Dale Locke, Rev. Trevor Johnston, Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Best Year Yet Week 4: Knowledge English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español: 1. Keep practicing our memory verse for this sermon series - 2 Peter 1:3: “His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.” 2. Read 2 Peter 1:1-8: “Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: 2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. 3 His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 4 Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. 5 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. 8 For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.“ 3. This week we’re considering what it means to add knowledge to our faith and goodness. The word “knowledge” actually comes up several times in the passage above. What do you notice about knowledge from these verses? Informational Knowledge 4. The Greek word translated “knowledge” here has a range of meanings. The first level of knowledge is informational or intellectual knowledge. This is an important starting place. We begin by learning facts about a thing, a person, or even God. Think of a close friend. What information did you initially learn about that person that made you want to get to know them better? 5. Even though faith generally needs to start with informational knowledge, it’s important not to stop there. Read what the Apostle Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 8:1: “We know that ‘We all possess knowledge.’ But knowledge puffs up while love builds up.” What are some potential dangers of accumulating religious knowledge? If you’ve ever observed this in a church setting, tell about that. Experiential Knowledge 6. The next deeper level of knowledge that goes beyond informational knowledge is experiential knowledge. Read what Job said about his knowledge of God in Job 42:5: “My ears had heard of you but now my eyes have seen you.” Tell about the time when you first went from informational knowledge about God to experiential knowledge of Him. What was that like for you? 7. Talk about some things that help you experience God in a more personal way, rather than just knowing information about Him? Deep Friendship Knowledge 8. The deepest level of knowledge is the knowledge that comes through a very deep, close friendship. List some qualities or characteristics of a deep, close friendship with another person. 9. Read about the Apostle Paul’s friendship with God in Ephesians 3:14–19: “For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” What was Paul’s desire for the Ephesians with regard to knowledge? What was Paul’s friendship with God like? 10. Note what Peter says about “knowledge” in 2 Peter 1:8: “For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.” What is he getting at here? In what situations could knowledge of Christ be ineffective or unproductive? 11. Before Paul got to know Jesus, he had been very proud of how impressive his religious knowledge, credentials and practices were. Read what he writes in Philippians 3:7-14: “But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ 9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith. 10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead. 12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. 13 Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Describe how Paul had changed. 12. Read what Jesus said in Matthew 7:23: “Then I will tell them plainly, ‘Depart from me. I never knew you.’” How could it happen that someone thinks they know Jesus, but actually doesn’t? 13. Paul wrote in Colossians 2:2-3: ”My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, 3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” What does this passage add to your understanding of how to grow in knowledge? 14. Read Jeremiah 29:13: “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” What are some things you could do in 2020 to actively pursue a deeper, closer friendship with Jesus? https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-19-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1578155627808-N511Q3ASH5QAQP0K23NH/Best-Year-Yet-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-19-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-12-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1578155627808-N511Q3ASH5QAQP0K23NH/Best-Year-Yet-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-12-2020 Dr. E. Dale Locke, Rev. Trevor Johnston, Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Best Year Yet Week 2: Faith English PDF file for printing: here Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español 1. Keep practicing our memory verse for this sermon series - 2 Peter 1:3: “His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.” 2. This sermon series is intended to help us to push out into deeper water and “add to our faith”. What are some areas where you personally sense God wants you to go deeper? 3. Read 2 Peter 1:1-8: “Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: 2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. 3 His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 4 Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. 5 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. 8 For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. What questions or comments come to your mind when you read this passage? 4. What is “faith”? How would you define faith? If you were asked to say what the opposite of faith is, how would you answer? Faith isn’t a blind leap 5. Mark Twain said, “Faith is trying harder to believe what you know ain’t so.” Why do some people think this is what faith is about? 6. Some people think faith is believing something without any basis. But the Bible indicates that it’s wise to gather information. If you don’t have some good reasons for what you believe, you could have just as well ended up in a strange cult. Jesus said we should love God – not just with our heart – but also “with our mind.” (Luke 10:27: “’Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”) What are some reasons you have for believing the Christian faith? 7. Read the following passages and discuss what they communicate about faith. Hebrews 11:1-3: “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.” Hebrews 11:6: “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” Faith isn’t 100% Certainty 8. Do you agree that doubt is an inescapable part of the human condition? Why or why not? 9. What happens to a person who waits for 100% certainty before they will commit to anything? 10. Read Jude 22 (NIV): “Be merciful to those who doubt….” The Message version of that verse is: “Go easy on those who hesitate in the faith.” What does this verse communicate to you? 11. What do we mean when we say that all people live by faith? 12. Doubt can actually help our faith grow – but it depends on how we handle it. What makes doubt a hindrance to faith? On the other hand, what makes it so doubt can become an opportunity to grow and deepen your faith? Faith is Active Trust 13. James, the brother of Jesus, wrote in James 2:14-18, “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? 15 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? 17 In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. 18 But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds.” What does this passage add to your understanding of faith? 14. Read the following passages, and talk about what else you learn about faith: Mark 5:36 – “Don’t be afraid. Just believe” Mark 4:40 – “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” Hebrews 11:23 – “By faith By faith Moses’ parents hid him for three months after he was born, because they saw he was no ordinary child, and they were not afraid of the king’s edict.” Hebrews 11:27 – “By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger; he persevered because he saw him who is invisible.” https://communityofhope.church/sermon/01-05-2020 monthly 0.5 2020-01-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1578155627808-N511Q3ASH5QAQP0K23NH/Best-Year-Yet-web.jpg Sermon Series - 01-05-2020 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/xj3vns1396s62lr7yrmnmftsuilqu2 monthly 0.5 2020-01-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1577990555542-CP4V7HS1C7PI2ZUMUNEC/lightstock_503199_download_medium_ryan_arnst.jpg Sermon Series - 12-29-2019 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/8veihj875vw626an9alsz950o9t1xg monthly 0.5 2019-12-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1575573711837-Z1LR4RTVY42PW5TKDT7Q/Screen+Shot+2019-12-04+at+11.02.50+AM.png Sermon Series - 12-24-2019 Dr. E. Dale Locke, Rev. Trevor Johnston Christmas Services: Fear Not English PDF file for printing. 1. Read our theme verse for this series: Luke 2:10-11 “But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.’” 2. During the four weeks of Advent we looked at four times in the Christmas story when an angel told someone not to be afraid, and we saw how Jesus can help us deal with fear and anxiety in our life. 1) The first week we looked at the angel’s visit to Zechariah and Elizabeth, John the Baptist’s parents, who feared that they had somehow missed it in life – like their deepest dreams and desires would never come true. We saw in that story that God is working even when we don’t see it, and that it’s never too late for God to do something, so we should keep trusting in God’s good plans for our lives. 2) In the second week, we looked at the fear of not being enough through the story of the angel’s visit to Mary, Jesus’ mother while He lived as a human on earth. Mary helped us recognize that it’s actually God’s power in us that makes us enough. 3) In week three, we spoke about overcoming the fear of what people think of us and learned from Joseph to turn our focus on what God thinks of us instead. Because of this, Joseph had the courage to stay with Mary, despite what people would think of him. 4) This past weekend, was about the fear of bad news. The news in our world seems increasingly bad, but the angel’s message to the shepherds near Bethlehem of good news about Jesus’ birth can still give us peace in the midst of difficult circumstances. Which person in the Christmas story do you relate to the most? Share one idea from this sermon series that has been helpful for you. 3. Read Hebrews 2:10-18: “In bringing many sons and daughters to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through what he suffered. 11 Both the one who makes people holy and those who are made holy are of the same family. So Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters. 12 He says, ‘I will declare your name to my brothers and sisters; in the assembly I will sing your praises.’ 13 And again, ‘I will put my trust in him.’ And again he says, ‘Here am I, and the children God has given me.’ 14 Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil— 15 and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. 16 For surely it is not angels he helps, but Abraham’s descendants. 17 For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. 18 Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.” 4. Most of us would agree that people’s greatest fear is the fear of death, especially that death might be the end. What do you notice in this passage that could help you deal with this common fear? 5. Aristotle said, “Death is the most terrible of all things, for it is the end.” And atheist Jennifer Hecht in her book, Doubt: A History, wrote: “In fact, the universe is nothing other than an accidental pile of stuff…jostling around with no rhythm or reason, and all of life on the earth is but a tiny utterly inconsequential speck of nothing in a corner of space existing in the blink of an eye, never to be judged, noticed, or remembered.…” Imagine if this were your worldview. How would that impact your daily life? 6. In contrast to that, Pastor and author Max Lucado said: “So what if all the philosophers and pundits are wrong? What if death is less of a curse, and more of a passageway, not so much a crisis to be avoided, but a corner to be turned. What if a cemetery is actually not the dominion of the Grim Reaper, but the domain of the Soul Keeper, who will someday announce, ‘O dwellers in the dust…awake and sing for joy!’” What do you think of what Max Lucado says here? 7. Think of an experience or season that you didn’t want to ever end. Why did you feel that way? We don’t have to fear death, because Jesus was made like us. 8. Jesus’s birth was a decision to give up all the privileges of being God in heaven and be made just like us. In Philippians 2:5b-8, Paul writes: “…Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross!” What were some privileges that Jesus gave up in order to be human like us? 9. Jesus knows what it’s like to be poor, to be tired, to be mocked, to have his friends betray him, to have his family discredit him, to have his friends die, to have unanswered prayers, to be homeless, to be publicly rejected, to be rejected by the religious establishment, to be wrongly accused of a crime, to be physically violated, to be afraid of dying, and even to die. How does it help you to realize that Jesus experienced all these human challenges, just like us? We don’t have to fear death, because Jesus has made a way. 10. Jesus’ death made it possible for our sins to be forgiven, so that no barrier stands between us and God. Jesus said in John 14:1-4: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. 2 My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going.” How does this fact change the way you handle fear, worry and anxiety in your life? https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-22-2019 monthly 0.5 2019-12-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1575573711837-Z1LR4RTVY42PW5TKDT7Q/Screen+Shot+2019-12-04+at+11.02.50+AM.png Sermon Series - 12-22-2019 Dr. E. Dale Locke, Rev. Trevor Johnston, and Pastor Efrain Silva Sermon Series: Fear Not Week 4: Alias English PDF file for printing. Para imprimir el archivo PDF en Español. 1. By now you should be able to say our theme verse from memory: Luke 2:10-11: “But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.’” 2. During the four weeks of Advent we’re looking at four times in the Christmas story when an angel told someone not to be afraid, so that we can better understand how God’s love and presence can help us deal with fear and anxiety. The first week we looked at the angel’s visit to Zechariah and Elizabeth, who feared that they had somehow missed it in life – like their deepest dreams and desires might never come true. We saw in that story that it’s never too late for God to work, so we should keep trusting that God has good plans for us. In the second week, we looked at the fear of not being enough through the story of the angel’s visit to Mary. We saw that it’s actually God’s power in us that makes us enough. In week three, we spoke about the fear of what people think of us and learned from Joseph to turn our focus onto what God thinks of us instead. This week, we’re talking about the fear of bad news. Many people in our current culture worry because the news in our world seems to be increasingly bad. What are some reasons people feel that way? 3. Read Luke 2:1-14: “In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to their own town to register. 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them. 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.’ 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.’” 4. What questions or comments come to your mind as you read this passage? 5. At the time this event took place, Israel was occupied by a foreign power. The Romans had taken over their country and were ruling over them ruthlessly, keeping a so-called “peace” through violence and killing. Even this census was just another tool for the Romans to get more tax money from the Jewish people. Given that situation, imagine how the shepherds would have felt about the “good news” that the angels were telling them about. What would they have been thinking? 6. “Catastrophizing” is when we irrationally imagine and come to believe that a situation is or will be far worse than the situation actually calls for. If you’ve ever found yourself catastrophizing, share about that experience. Worry is Unproductive! 7. Read what Jesus said in his famous sermon on the Mount in Matthew 6:25-27: “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” What’s Jesus point here? Why shouldn’t we worry? 8. Debbie Downer is a character on Saturday Night Live who constantly interrupts every pleasant conversation with some negative news. If you’ve ever known someone like Debbie Downer, how does it impact you when you’re around that person? 9. Pastor and author Rick Warren said “Worry is stewing without doing.” What did he mean by that? What happens when we get caught in a cycle of worry? Worry is Counter-Productive! 10. Read Jesus’ words in Luke 8:14: “The seed that fell among thorns stands for those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by life’s worries, riches and pleasures, and they do not mature.” What do you notice here about the effects of worry on a person’s life? 11. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s first inaugural address included his famous statement, “There’s nothing to fear but fear itself.” He said this during the Great Depression, because he knew that if Americans let fear grip them, it would only make things worse. He continued: “Nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance.” Talk about why the fears that you sometimes experience are actually counter-productive. Worry is a Warning Sign! 12. Share about a time when you had some kind of warning signal – in your car or some other piece of equipment – but you ignored it. Why did you ignore it? What happened? 13. How is worry a warning sign? What might it be a sign of when you get caught up in worry? 14. Read Philippians 4:4-7: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Based on this passage, what can help you handle worry and fear about all the bad news around us? https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-15-2019 monthly 0.5 2019-12-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1574781410940-1FFWJYYYWOGME599D8TV/Fear+Not+Web.jpg Sermon Series - 12-15-2019 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-08-2019 monthly 0.5 2019-12-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5d9dfe18afce3b045bfca105/1575573711837-Z1LR4RTVY42PW5TKDT7Q/Screen+Shot+2019-12-04+at+11.02.50+AM.png Sermon Series - 12-08-2019 https://communityofhope.church/sermon/12-01-2019 monthly 0.5 2019-12-11 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