DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES The Advent of Hope: The Root of Jesse Ruth 1:1-6 and 4:13-17, and Isaiah 11:1-9 Dr. Tamene Menna, Executive Pastor Overview: Have you ever found yourself in a difficult situation and wondered if God would come to your rescue and restore your situation? Well, I did when my family and I… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES Thanksgiving Philippians 4:4-9 Dr. Tony Chute, Lead Pastor Overview: The Apostle Paul closes out his letter to the Philippians with an exhortation for them to rejoice in the Lord. This exhortation comes against the backdrop of Paul’s imprisonment and the occurrence of divisions within the church. Rather than giving in to… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES Overcoming Fear and Hate Acts 1:8 Jason Milton Overview: Acts 1:8 represents Jesus’ last command to us before he ascended to heaven. He calls every Christian to be a disciple-maker, beginning with those closest to us, all the way to the ends of the earth. Despite Jesus’ clear command, lack of… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES City of God Psalm 87 Dr. Tony Chute, Lead Pastor Overview: The Eighty-Seventh Psalm, written by the sons of Korah, is a national hymn celebrating the glory of Jerusalem as a symbol of God’s larger kingdom. The first three verses capture the essence of this city of God—it is founded by… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES I Will Continue to Make It Known John 17:26 Dr. Tony Chute, Lead Pastor Overview: The final words in Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer offer a look back and a look forward for the people of God. Jesus has revealed the Father’s name throughout His ministry and is on the verge of… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES O Righteous Father John 17:25 Dr. Tony Chute, Lead Pastor Overview: Jesus frequently refers to God as Father throughout His ministry, but near the end of the High Priestly Prayer, He refers to God as “Righteous Father.” By using this language, Jesus acknowledges God’s supremacy in all things as well as… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES With Me Where I Am John 17:24 Dr. Tony Chute, Lead Pastor Overview: As Jesus begins to conclude His High Priestly Prayer, He asks that those who have been given to Him by the Father will be with Him to see His glory. The basis for His request is not fear… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES That They May Be One – Part II John 17:21-24 Dr. Tony Chute, Lead Pastor Overview: Jesus prays for unity among his followers three times in these three short verses. The repetition of His request adds to its emphasis, but the basis of His request must be unpacked in order to… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES Patient Courage Psalm 27 Taylor Mendoza, Pastor of Students + Adults Overview: Fear is our all-too-common friend. David likewise wrestled with his fear in the midst of his pain and suffering. Three times in three verses, David tells us about this wrestling. Although we don’t know for sure, Saul could be… Continue Reading
DOWNLOAD PDF SERMON NOTES That They May Be One John 17:21-23 Dr. Tony Chute, Lead Pastor Overview: In this portion of the High Priestly Prayer, Jesus changes not only the primary audience but also the personal focus of His petition. Jesus now prays for the original disciples and for those who will believe through their… Continue Reading