Kingdom Coming Part 7 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon focuses on the theme of hope as part of the Advent season, drawing from the book of Isaiah. It emphasizes the importance of hope in the lives of believers, especially as we navigate the challenges of living in a fallen world. The message highlights the prophetic…
Kingdom Coming Part 6 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon focuses on the theme of living in exile, as illustrated through the story of Daniel in the lion’s den. It emphasizes the importance of engaging with the culture without being assimilated by it, maintaining one’s faith and identity as a child of God. The sermon draws…
Kingdom Coming Part 5 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon focuses on the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3, highlighting their unwavering faith in God despite facing a fiery ordeal. The narrative emphasizes the pressure to conform to societal norms and the importance of remaining steadfast in one’s faith. The sermon also draws…
Kingdom Coming Part 4 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon focuses on the concept of covenant in the Bible, particularly the new covenant introduced in Jeremiah 31. It emphasizes the importance of trusting God, who is always faithful, even when we are not. The sermon explores the tension between law and love, highlighting how the new…
Kingdom Coming Part 3 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon focused on the themes of trust and where we root our lives, using the analogy of two trees from Jeremiah 17:5-9. The cursed tree represents those who trust in human strength and turn away from God, leading to a barren life. In contrast, the blessed tree…
Kingdom Coming Part 2 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, the focus is on the journey through the Bible, specifically the section involving the prophets, with a particular emphasis on Ezekiel. The sermon highlights the themes of hope and restoration, as seen in Ezekiel’s vision of the valley of dry bones, which symbolizes the revival…
Kingdom Coming Part 1 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon introduces a new series titled ‘Kingdom Coming,’ which explores the biblical narrative from the Chronicles through Malachi. The focus is on understanding the storyline of the Bible and its significance in enhancing our relationship with Jesus. The sermon discusses the departure of God’s glory from the…
Kingdom Foreshadowed Part 17 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon focused on the concept of the temple in the Bible, tracing its significance from the tabernacle period to the establishment of the temple by Solomon. It highlighted the promise God made to David about building a house and a family, which ultimately points to Jesus as…
Kingdom Foreshadowed Part 16 Discussion Guide Summary The sermon delves into the Book of Judges, highlighting the recurring theme of Israel’s disobedience and the resulting chaos when people choose to follow their own desires instead of God’s guidance. Pastor Doug emphasizes the sin cycle of rebellion, oppression, repentance, deliverance, and rest, which the Israelites repeatedly…
Kingdom Foreshadowed Part 15 Discussion Guide Summary In this sermon, we explore the story of Joshua as he leads the Israelites into the Promised Land, focusing on his encounter with the commander of the Lord’s army, who is revealed to be a theophany of Jesus. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being strong and courageous,…
Kingdom Foreshadowed Part 14 Discussion Guide Summary Today’s sermon focused on the importance of having a transformed heart, as highlighted in Deuteronomy 6 and 30. The Shema, a central prayer in Judaism, calls us to love God with all our heart, soul, and strength. However, the sermon emphasized that merely hearing God’s commands is not…
Kingdom Foreshadowed Part 13 Discussion Guide Summary In today’s sermon, we explored the significance of the priestly blessing from Numbers 6 and its connection to God’s desire to dwell with His people. We also delved into the importance of seeking God’s wisdom in our daily lives, as illustrated by the Israelites’ need to consult Moses…