Ephesians 5:17-20
New International Version (NIV)
17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. 18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit, 19 speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord, 20 always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Cindy Park continues Detox with a message from Ephesians 5:17-20, a message about being filled with the Spirit. We are created with a longing to be filled, but instead of looking to other temporary things, we need to be filled with His Spirit. When we are filled with His Spirit, we see the truth of ourselves, who we are, and the state of our souls and our lives - and embrace His truth that He loves us and will move us to freedom because of His love. Being filled with the Spirit daily also means being in deep fellowship with others and in worship. When we are in that place of vulnerability, we can worship Him, recognizing our brokenness and His love for us that can bring us to victory.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Sermon Rewind 1/8/12 "Be a Biblical Man"
Peter Park kicked off the Detox series with a message on debunking the image of Biblical Manhood. Ned Flanders is the stereotypical image of meek and passive Biblical men. However, that is not what we are called as men, and we need to debunk that image. We are called to lead. Two ways Biblical men lead are by: (1) Servant Hood Not Entitlement. Servant-leadership is about being at the bottom and serving the people. People want to follow that. Jesus Christ is the example to lead by sacrificing himself for others gain. Matthew 20:25-28 (NLT). Our call is to draw people to Christ by loving without strings, regardless of who they are. (2) Taking Responsibility. Adam blames someone else and plays the victim. Genesis 3:6-13 (NLT). Men are called to be like Jesus, to initiate and go first. True maturity comes in the refrain from what we know we can do with worse result. You are called to lead, serve, step up and go first; and people will not see a man but Jesus.
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Sermon Rewind 1/1/12 - The Necessity of Hope
Romans 5:3-6
New International Version (NIV)
3 Not only so, but we[a] 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.
6 You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly.
Life is far from being a smooth road. In our most difficult moments, it is often hard to hope. We don’t want to be disappointed and instead we try to be self-sufficient in our efforts to save ourselves. However, Paul states in Romans 5:3 - 6 that we should indeed hope in times of suffering. For in suffering, we build endurance, with endurance, character, which leads to hope. Our hope is not placed in what we can do but rather in how we are loved by Jesus. We know that we are loved because Christ died for us in our darkest moments. Our hope is grounded in the reality of the resurrection. Christ is there with us in the depth of our suffering, to love us and build us up. This year, may we experience the love of Jesus as never before. How can we claim the hope of Jesus’ love in areas of pain and weakness?
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New International Version (NIV)
3 Not only so, but we[a] 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.
6 You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly.
Life is far from being a smooth road. In our most difficult moments, it is often hard to hope. We don’t want to be disappointed and instead we try to be self-sufficient in our efforts to save ourselves. However, Paul states in Romans 5:3 - 6 that we should indeed hope in times of suffering. For in suffering, we build endurance, with endurance, character, which leads to hope. Our hope is not placed in what we can do but rather in how we are loved by Jesus. We know that we are loved because Christ died for us in our darkest moments. Our hope is grounded in the reality of the resurrection. Christ is there with us in the depth of our suffering, to love us and build us up. This year, may we experience the love of Jesus as never before. How can we claim the hope of Jesus’ love in areas of pain and weakness?
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Saturday, December 17, 2011
Sermon Rewind 12/17/11 - An Unsung Hero
Matthew 1:18-25
New International Version (NIV)
Joseph Accepts Jesus as His Son
18 This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about[a]: 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[b] 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,[c] 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”[d] (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.
Benjie Kim continued “The Story,” focusing on an unsung hero in Jesus’ life. In Matthew 1:18 - 25, Joseph learns that Mary was pregnant with child. He considered divorcing her as he thought she had cheated on him, but when an angel told him the truth, Joseph listened to it and stayed with Mary. Joseph was more than just a “good guy,” however. Even before Joseph made his decision, the Bible called Joseph “dikaios” - a righteous man. From the bottom of his heart, he had already chosen to follow God and be sacrificially obedient. He understood that he was part of a bigger story. Like Joseph, we are called to be disciples - to follow another and be like him - Jesus. We too, can seek upright behavior and be involved in God’s story. When we seek the heart of God, our life will and actions will mirror it.
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New International Version (NIV)
Joseph Accepts Jesus as His Son
18 This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about[a]: 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[b] 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,[c] 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”[d] (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.
Benjie Kim continued “The Story,” focusing on an unsung hero in Jesus’ life. In Matthew 1:18 - 25, Joseph learns that Mary was pregnant with child. He considered divorcing her as he thought she had cheated on him, but when an angel told him the truth, Joseph listened to it and stayed with Mary. Joseph was more than just a “good guy,” however. Even before Joseph made his decision, the Bible called Joseph “dikaios” - a righteous man. From the bottom of his heart, he had already chosen to follow God and be sacrificially obedient. He understood that he was part of a bigger story. Like Joseph, we are called to be disciples - to follow another and be like him - Jesus. We too, can seek upright behavior and be involved in God’s story. When we seek the heart of God, our life will and actions will mirror it.
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Sunday, December 11, 2011
Sermon Rewind 12/3/11 (Cindy Park)
Luke 1:26-28 (NIV)
The Birth of Jesus Foretold
26 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.”
Luke 1:35-38 (NIV)
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[a] 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.”
38 “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her.
Cindy Park continued "The Story" series with a message looking at Mary's life and how she fits in with Christ's story. From Luke 1:26-28, 35-38; Mary found favor with the Lord, and she gave birth to Christ. But, the birth of Christ is part of a much bigger story; the birth of Christ points to the death of Christ. And Mary chose to treasure moments with Christ because she knew that soul piercing pain was ahead for her with Jesus' death. What would our lives look like if we treasured moments when we encounter Jesus? What if we committed those moments to our memory, how would that impact our lives? How would that affect the way we respond when our own souls are pierced with pain?
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Sermon Rewind 11/27/11 - Jesus, Messiah
Luke 22:37
New Living Translation (©2007)
"For the time has come for this prophecy about me to be fulfilled: 'He was counted among the rebels.' Yes, everything written about me by the prophets will come true."
Pastor Peter kicked off the new series "The Story" as we examine and celebrate Jesus and his advent. Jesus claimed to be the Messiah and the deliverer of the Jews, but how can we be sure such a lofty claim is true? After all, many others have claimed to be saviors as well. The difference is that Jesus fulfilled over 60 Messianic prophecies. It's been estimated that a single person being able to fulfill a few prophecies would have a 1 in 10^17 chance of doing so. If the Bible was thus able to correctly predict a Messiah and Jesus was able to perfectly fulfill the role, then how much more do His promises mean? Jesus promises eternal life and peace of mind and heart. Do we believe in our hearts the truth of Jesus' claims and promises? We should, and in this coming season, let us be compelled out of joy to share this experience and love with others!
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New Living Translation (©2007)
"For the time has come for this prophecy about me to be fulfilled: 'He was counted among the rebels.' Yes, everything written about me by the prophets will come true."
Pastor Peter kicked off the new series "The Story" as we examine and celebrate Jesus and his advent. Jesus claimed to be the Messiah and the deliverer of the Jews, but how can we be sure such a lofty claim is true? After all, many others have claimed to be saviors as well. The difference is that Jesus fulfilled over 60 Messianic prophecies. It's been estimated that a single person being able to fulfill a few prophecies would have a 1 in 10^17 chance of doing so. If the Bible was thus able to correctly predict a Messiah and Jesus was able to perfectly fulfill the role, then how much more do His promises mean? Jesus promises eternal life and peace of mind and heart. Do we believe in our hearts the truth of Jesus' claims and promises? We should, and in this coming season, let us be compelled out of joy to share this experience and love with others!
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Sermon rewind 2011.11.13 - The Father's Love
Romans 5:12-21
New Living Translation (NLT)
12 When Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam’s sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned. 13 Yes, people sinned even before the law was given. But it was not counted as sin because there was not yet any law to break. 14 Still, everyone died—from the time of Adam to the time of Moses—even those who did not disobey an explicit commandment of God, as Adam did. Now Adam is a symbol, a representation of Christ, who was yet to come. 15 But there is a great difference between Adam’s sin and God’s gracious gift. For the sin of this one man, Adam, brought death to many. But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of forgiveness to many through this other man, Jesus Christ. 16 And the result of God’s gracious gift is very different from the result of that one man’s sin. For Adam’s sin led to condemnation, but God’s free gift leads to our being made right with God, even though we are guilty of many sins. 17 For the sin of this one man, Adam, caused death to rule over many. But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of righteousness, for all who receive it will live in triumph over sin and death through this one man, Jesus Christ.
18 Yes, Adam’s one sin brings condemnation for everyone, but Christ’s one act of righteousness brings a right relationship with God and new life for everyone. 19 Because one person disobeyed God, many became sinners. But because one other person obeyed God, many will be made righteous.
20 God’s law was given so that all people could see how sinful they were. But as people sinned more and more, God’s wonderful grace became more abundant. 21 So just as sin ruled over all people and brought them to death, now God’s wonderful grace rules instead, giving us right standing with God and resulting in eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Peter Park closed the With series last Sunday with a message from Romans 5:12-21, a message about God's love to us that can never be earned, only given. He loves us…even when we were enemies of Him. Even when we rebel against Him. Even when we disappoint Him. He loves us regardless of our imperfections. His love for us surpasses earthly expectations and relationships. His love can never change in time. With Him, there is no condemnation. Any accusations that He does not love us comes from the devil. God will always walk with us, forgive us, and remind us that He is God, who loves us without fail. Will we be able to understand the depth of His character and love? Will our walk with God go beyond a Sunday morning or a life group meeting?
Will we be able to live… without Him?
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New Living Translation (NLT)
12 When Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam’s sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned. 13 Yes, people sinned even before the law was given. But it was not counted as sin because there was not yet any law to break. 14 Still, everyone died—from the time of Adam to the time of Moses—even those who did not disobey an explicit commandment of God, as Adam did. Now Adam is a symbol, a representation of Christ, who was yet to come. 15 But there is a great difference between Adam’s sin and God’s gracious gift. For the sin of this one man, Adam, brought death to many. But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of forgiveness to many through this other man, Jesus Christ. 16 And the result of God’s gracious gift is very different from the result of that one man’s sin. For Adam’s sin led to condemnation, but God’s free gift leads to our being made right with God, even though we are guilty of many sins. 17 For the sin of this one man, Adam, caused death to rule over many. But even greater is God’s wonderful grace and his gift of righteousness, for all who receive it will live in triumph over sin and death through this one man, Jesus Christ.
18 Yes, Adam’s one sin brings condemnation for everyone, but Christ’s one act of righteousness brings a right relationship with God and new life for everyone. 19 Because one person disobeyed God, many became sinners. But because one other person obeyed God, many will be made righteous.
20 God’s law was given so that all people could see how sinful they were. But as people sinned more and more, God’s wonderful grace became more abundant. 21 So just as sin ruled over all people and brought them to death, now God’s wonderful grace rules instead, giving us right standing with God and resulting in eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Peter Park closed the With series last Sunday with a message from Romans 5:12-21, a message about God's love to us that can never be earned, only given. He loves us…even when we were enemies of Him. Even when we rebel against Him. Even when we disappoint Him. He loves us regardless of our imperfections. His love for us surpasses earthly expectations and relationships. His love can never change in time. With Him, there is no condemnation. Any accusations that He does not love us comes from the devil. God will always walk with us, forgive us, and remind us that He is God, who loves us without fail. Will we be able to understand the depth of His character and love? Will our walk with God go beyond a Sunday morning or a life group meeting?
Will we be able to live… without Him?
Listen to this sermon and others online!
http://noc.newsong.net/grow/resources/message-archives
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