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Christ welcomed us, therefore we ought to welcome others. One value at RRCC is to welcome people—specifically, to welcome them into the discipleship journey where they can know and experience the love of Christ. - We welcome because Christ welcomed us" Why Welcome is Important: Why Welcome is Biblical: What Welcome is not: Practicing Welcome: For reflection and application: How does Christs welcome inspire you to welcome others? What is one way that you can practice welcome this week at church? Outside the church?
Finding meaning in our own personal suffering comes when we can look back and see through the eyes of grace how God used the experience to strengthen us so we can in turn, strengthen and encourage others - SERMON NOTES The hardest lessons we learn are the very things that God uses to encourage andstrengthen others. Luke 22:31-34 and 54-62, John 21:1-19Intro and Setting:But I have prayed for you Simon, that your faith may not fail, and when you have turnedback, strengthen your brothers. The Greek word sterizo, means to strengthen but it carries a deeper understanding of a kindof support that is
Everyone likes the idea of grace but it’s much harder to demonstrate than it sounds! What would it look like if we were people of grace and gratitude? How does Jesus help us to do this? - SERMON NOTES We are people of grace and gratitude We Renounce: A Critical Spirit We Announce: We are people of grace and gratitude We Affirm: Philippians 2:3-4 Ephesians 4:29 We Commit to Act: We build each other up in love. Simon the Pharisee: The Sinful but Forgiven Woman: Questions to consider: How might we combat the tendency to be modern day Pharisees? How can we practice grace and gratitude in our lives
God’s promises to us in prayer grow in the soil of intentional time and relationship with Him. In the fullness of time those promises are brought to fruition by God Himself for our good and the good of His kingdom. - Prayer Garden 1 John 5:14-15 Gods promises to us in prayer grow in the soil of intentional time and relationship with Him. In the fullness of time those promises are brought to fruition by God Himself for our good and the good of His kingdom Reflection Questions Assessing the Soil: Reflecting on your current prayer life, are you mostly maintaining a predictable, low-maintenance pr
Often, we can feel that only certain people are called by God. But Paul tells us that we are all called and that this calling affects every aspect of our lives. Pastor Travis explores this topic further in today's sermon. - SERMON NOTES What does living worthy of the calling look like for you this week?
Do you feel pressure to "get everything done," trying to habit-stack your way to a more productive life? Jesus invites us to step out of the cultural undertow of time and live in his "time-zone" where we can rest in his love. - SERMON NOTES Time is not a resource to exploit, but a sacred gift to share. Cultural Undertow vs Biblical Reality to Stand On Time is Scarce vs. God is Eternal and Abundantly Generous Significance is Earned vs. Jesus Accomplished All Things Commodifying People and Idolizing Tasks vs. Time is Meant for Love A Case Study (Luke 10:38-42) Living it Out Abide in silence with
It can be easy to be complacent about our spiritual growth, especially in the summer. This year, be intentinoal about how you will stay with Jesus this Summer - SERMON NOTES Stay with Jesus this summer Remain in Jesus (hold onto his words) obey his commands (love one another) receive complete joy (friendship with God) produce fruit. Questions for reflection: How will you remain with Jesus this summer? What practices do you need to be intentional about that will enable you to stay with Jesus throughout this season?
The command to love our enemies is one of the distinctive of Christianity—but would Jesus have told us to do it if we weren’t able to? And what would happen if we took Jesus seriously? - SERMON NOTES True children of God love their enemies" The Old Testament Command Jesus Teaching Implications for Our Faithfulness For further reflection: Is there anyone in your life that you would consider an enemy? What might it look like to follow Jesus instructions regarding that person? Start with the practice of praying Gods blessings over their life.Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1200242160?share=copy&fl=sv
How do you react when someone does something against you? One of Jesus’ most radical teachings is that instead of retaliating we are to love. This is hard to do but it’s the way of the Kingdom. - SERMON NOTES Kingdom people are like their King when they refuse to retaliate. The Old Testament Command Jesus Teaching Implications for Our Faithfulness: Nonresistance__________________________ Nonresistance__________________________ Nonresistance__________________________ For further reflection: Why do you think Jesus prioritizes nonresistance when it is so countercultural and difficult to do? What
Telling the truth seems like an easy concept but it’s not an easy one for us to live out. Jesus challenges us to honesty in the Sermon on the Mount—to do what we say and say what we’ll do. - SERMON NOTES Kingdom people are truthful people The Old Testament Command: Jesus Teaching: Implications for our Faithfulness: Put it into practice: Do an audit of your speech each day this week. How truthful was it? When were you tempted to tell a half-truth, exaggerate, or outright lie? How does your connection to Jesus help you be truthful?Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1196421071?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Divorce is a challenging reality in our world and most people are affected by it one way or another. How should the Christian think about divorce? Jesus gives us much to think about in the Sermon on the Mount. - SERMON NOTES Marriage, as a gift of God, is intended to be a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman. The Old Testament Command: Jesus Teaching: Implications for our Faithfulness: Questions to ponder: How has divorce impacted your life or the lives of people you know? How does Jesus teaching here agree with or disagree with current cultural thinking about marriage and divorce? Ho
This week Art Birch speaks about Unfaithfulness (Matthew 5:27-30). He challenges us that lust is adultery in the heart, requiring truly righteous people to take radical action, find freedom through repentance and connection.
Humility is a virtue that we respect and value in others but can be so hard to put into practice in our lives. Mary, the mother of Jesus, helps us see how we can reject pride and fear and embrace humble confidence in God. - SERMON NOTES We renounce: Pride and Fear We announce: Our confidence is in God We affirm: 1 John 4:18 Colossians 3:12-14 We commit to act: We clothe ourselves in humility toward one another in love. The Challenge of Fear (Luke 1:26-33) The Temptation of Pride (Luke 1:34-38) The Song of Humility (Luke 1:46-55) For reflection: Where in your life are you wrestling with fear an
Surrendering to God isn't just a one-time event; it's a daily choice to trade our distractions for His rest. This week we explore how we can practically surrender our heavy burdens, our time, and even our tech habits to God. - SERMON NOTES Burdens Bodies Time Question to ponder: What am I prioritizing over my relationship with Christ? How am I keeping myself busy?Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1188173543?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
It’s easy to think we are living righteously just by avoiding major sins, but Jesus calls us to a much deeper standard of radical reconciliation. We explore how Christ not only reveals the true heart of God's law, but empowers us to live it out. - SERMON NOTES God desires radical reconciliation from a transformed heart, made possible only through Jesus. 1. The Problem of Interpretation Jesus came not to abolish the law, but to fulfill it (Matthew 5:17) and reveal its true intent. 2. The Heart of the Law Matthew 5:21-22 3. The Call to Radical Reconciliation Matthew 5:23-26 Romans 12:18 4. Our O
One of the questions for readers of the Bible is the relationship of the OT and its laws to the NT and the teachings of Christ. Jesus brings great hope and clarity to those who struggle to see how they could ever measure up. - True obedience starts with Christ The context How does Jesus fulfill the Law? True greatness in the Kingdom Consider: How does Jesus fulfill the OT Law in his proclamation of the Kingdom of God? What implications does this have for your life and discipleship? How does Christs obedience inspire yours? Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1183821192?fl=ip&fe=ec
The crucifixion and the resurrection of Jesus Christ are the pinnacle of the wisdom of God—a wisdom that seems like foolishness to many yet leads us to new life forever. - SERMON NOTES Gods wisdom leads us to new life through the crucified and resurrected Jesus Christ Human Wisdom vs. Human Foolishness Religious and Secular Wisdom Gods Foolishness Gods Wisdom For further reflection: How does God demonstrate his wisdom in the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ? Have you received Gods wisdom into your life or are you still trusting in your own wisdom?Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1179630
The cross has always produced offence in both religious and secular people alike. One of the reasons why is because the cross was such a shameful way to die—yet the Christian claim is that the salvation of the world comes through this shameful event. - SERMON NOTES Jesus took the humiliation of the cross for us The pain of the cross The shame of the cross The offence of the cross The gift of the cross Reflect: How has shame played a role in your life? How does Jesus decisively deal with your shame through the cross? How can you live in the truth of what Jesus has done for you?Watch at: https:/
The cross of Jesus Christ stands at the centre of the Christian faith and at the centre of human history. There is a universal tendency for us to do away with the cross but when we study the Scripture we quickly realize that we cannot do so. - SERMON NOTES The cross is the centre of the Christian faith Why wed rather remove the cross Why we cant remove the cross To reflect: How will you focus your attention on the cross this EasterWatch at: https://vimeo.com/1174940926?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
What if the way we talk about people reveals whether we really believe the gospel? Because Jesus’ death and resurrection began the new creation, we are called to speak about others accordingly. - SERMON NOTES "We must speak about people according to who they are in Christ." We Renounce: Slander against our identity in Christ We Announce: We are complete in Christ We Affirm: 2 Corinthians 5:17 and Ephesians 4:29 We Commit to Act: We speak life-giving words to each other. What Christ has Done Our Identity in Christ as a New Creation Speaking the New Story Follow up: Pray: Ask God to help you see
Persecution of Christians in the world is not new—in fact, Jesus said it’s to be expected. Surprisingly, Jesus also says there is great reward and joy for those who persevere. - SERMON NOTES "True faith doesnt fit in with the world" The inevitability of persecution The true reason for persecution The way to persevere through persecution Follow up: Take some time to read about the persecuted church worldwide at opendoorscanada.org. Then pray for believers who are suffering for their faith and ask God to give themand uscourage to live out our faith in Jesus in spite of difficulty.Watch at: https
Violence surrounds us in this world and peace seems so far away when we read the news. Yet, peacemaking is one of the great distinctives of Jesus and he invites us to join him in working for peace in this world. - SERMON NOTES Kingdom people always pursue peace Shalom/Eirene The Church Peacemaking How Jesus brings peace For reflection: How does Jesus teaching on peacemaking influence my life? In what area of life (family, work, friendships, church, etc.) do I need to invest in the hard work of peacemaking?Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1168312255?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Just like pollution blocks our view of a beautiful mountain, so sin blocks and distorts our view of God. If we want to see God more clearly then we must deal with impurity in our hearts—which is something only God can do. - SERMON NOTES Those who are pure in heart will see God Pure in heart The problem The solution Questions to ponder: What does it look like to pursue purity in heart while also realizing that we cannot reach that without Gods help? What do you need to work on, with Gods help, to see God more clearly?Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1166418410?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
We are all called to be merciful, yet it seems like the world is a very unmerciful place. How can we be people who are filled with the mercy of God for the world around us? - SERMON NOTES Those who have received Gods mercy freely give it to others What is mercy? Two expressions of mercy: The challenge of mercy: Questions to consider: How has God been merciful to you? Make a list. How does Gods mercy to you inspire your mercy towards other people? Take some time to ask the Holy Spirit to show you where you are already practicing mercy in your life and where you could practice it more.Watch at:
Living God’s way is no guarantee to an easy life but Jesus does say that those who pursue righteousness will be satisfied—or filled—in this life and in the one to come. What does it look like to hunger and thirst for righteousness? - SERMON NOTES True disciples are desperate to live Gods way Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness for they will be filled. For reflection: How does my life reflect the righteousness of God? In what areas of my life do I truly hunger for God? In what areas of my life has my hunger grown weak?Watch at: https://vimeo.com/1161978727?share=copy&fl=sv
