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Kingdom Consummated Part 8 Discussion Guide Summary This sermon focuses on living as ‘small working models of new creation’ through the fruit of the Spirit found in Galatians 5:22-26. The pastor explains that when we live according to our sinful nature (the ‘no-no list’), we live sub-human lives that don’t inherit the kingdom of God…

Kingdom Consummated Part 6 Discussion Guide Summary Pastor Steve continues the series on new creation life, building on last week’s message about renewing our minds. He emphasizes that while we become new creations when we say yes to Jesus, our minds need to catch up to this reality through the Holy Spirit’s work. The sermon…

Kingdom Consummated Part 5 Discussion Guide Summary This sermon focuses on understanding our identity as new creations in Christ, emphasizing that believers have been restored to righteousness through Jesus’ death and resurrection. Pastor teaches that righteousness means being restored to who we were created to be – reflecting God’s image and character. The message addresses…

Kingdom Consummated Part 4 Discussion Guide Summary Pastor Steve explores how Jesus brings the power of life to overcome the enemy’s power of death and darkness. Through the cross and resurrection, believers don’t just wait for future salvation but have already been carried through death into eternal life with Christ. This means we’ve stepped into…

Kingdom Consummated Part 3 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, Pastor Steve continues the series ‘Kingdom Consummated,’ focusing on the biblical concept of hope and renewal as described in the final chapters of Revelation. He emphasizes that God’s ultimate plan is not just for believers to go to heaven, but for the heavenly city to…

Kingdom Consummated Part 2 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, Pastor discusses biblical hope through the lens of Revelation 21:1-5, connecting it to God’s original design in Genesis. He explains that Eden was God’s dwelling place on Earth, where He intended to partner with humanity to extend His kingdom throughout creation. Though humanity’s failure led…

Kingdom Consummated Part 1 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, the pastor addresses the increasing wave of violence in society and guides the congregation on how to respond as believers. He emphasizes the importance of prayer, spending time in God’s Word, and following Jesus rather than being swayed by quick opinions from various groups. The…

Kingdom Tension Part 20 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, Pastor Steve concludes the ‘Kingdom Tension’ series by emphasizing the critical importance of the Word of God in navigating our daily lives and discerning between good and evil in today’s culture. He highlights how the Bible, written over 1500-2000 years by 40 different authors across…

Kingdom Tension Part 19 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon from the Kingdom Tension series, Pastor discusses how to live out the gospel based on Colossians 1:9-14. He emphasizes four key aspects: the importance of prayer as the foundation for spiritual growth, gaining knowledge of God’s will through spiritual wisdom rather than human understanding, bearing…

Kingdom Tension Part 18 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, Pastor Steve explores Philippians 4:4-8, focusing on how Christians should manage their attitudes. He emphasizes three key practices: being consistently thankful to God regardless of circumstances, turning worries into prayers to experience God’s peace, and intentionally choosing positive attitudes. The pastor explains that while we…

Kingdom Tension Part 17 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, Pastor discusses the concept of ‘Kingdom Tension’ and focuses on making consistent choices that honor God. Using the metaphor of trees from Scripture, he contrasts the Tree of Life (God’s way) with the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil (our way), emphasizing that daily…