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“Hurt people hurt people.” We’ve all known them: good-hearted, generous, loving people who, somehow, still wound others. It can feel incongruous, even bewildering. Pastor Robyn Elliott takes us into the story of Esther, a disadvantaged heroine whose story has a darker side -- a side we rarely hear. What happens when someone who has known deep hurt is handed power? And what might Esther’s story reveal about what happens when wounds and power collide? Discussion Questions:1. Is there a story, novel, movie that has been impactful for you? Briefly describe the power and impact that story has had on you and why.2. Does it matter to you whether the story of Esther happened exactly as described? Why—or why not?3. Why do you suppose God is not directly mentioned or credited in this story? Why do you suppose it was included as part of the Bible?4. Do you believe Esther was justified in asking for this edict? Why or why not? How do we wrestle with the tension between self-defence, defending others, and Jesus’ call to turn from violence? And ultimately, how far can self-defence go before it becomes something else?5. Do you think Esther’s edicts were justified? How does knowing her history—her loss, pain, and sexual trauma—shape the way you understand her actions? Can we have compassion for what Esther endured while still wrestling honestly with what she chose to do with her power?This is Us (July 16, 2023): https://youtu.be/6lxCiY1yL8Y
even though it didn't sit right with you spiritually?3. Have you ever found yourself becoming the very thing that once hurt you?4. Is there an area where success has tempted you to value achievement over compassion of others?5. Where might I be confusing success with faithfulness?6. Who is negatively impacted by the systems that benefit me?7. What parts of my life are more shaped by empire than by the Kingdom of God?
- The Bible was written largely by and for oppressed people. How might reading scripture from the perspective of the vulnerable rather than the powerful change the way we interpret familiar stories?6. This week, when you encounter someone holding a cardboard sign, someone who lashes out in anger, someone caught in addiction, or someone who has hurt you personally, what would it practically look like to move from judgment to curiosity and compassion without abandoning wisdom or discernment?7. Judah had sex with Tamar at a place called Enaim, which means “opening of the eyes.” Judah didn’t recognize Tamar - his eyes were closed - but out of that encounter his eyes would be opened and he would see clearly. Have you had an encounter or situation where your eyes were opened to a truth about God or yourself that surprised you?
Why is that distinction between something being counted versus earned so central to the gospel?9. In Genesis 22, Abraham demonstrates a level of trust that seems very different from earlier in his life. What do you think changed in him over those years?10. Where is God inviting you to trust Him today instead of trying to control the outcome yourself, and what would taking one step of faith look like this week?
instead of relying on assumptions or traditions?4. If Adam and Eve were given the same calling to rule together, what implications does that have for how we understand relationships, leadership, and the image of God?5. Have you ever discovered that something you always believed the Bible taught wasn't actually in the text? How did that affect your faith?6. We spend so much time asking why Eve listened to the serpent that we rarely stop to ask why Adam stayed silent. What was happening in him? Was it fear? Passivity? Curiosity? Had he already made up his mind? Genesis doesn't answer every question, but it certainly refuses to let Adam off the hook.7. Shame caused Adam and Eve to hide, but God still came looking for them. How have you experienced shame causing you to hide from God or others?8. Where do you see blame replacing responsibility in today's culture? How do Adam and Eve each respond differently when confronted by God?9. Are there labels or stories that other people have placed on you that you've begun to believe? What does God's voice say that's different?
LECTURESBoyd, Greg, Woodland Hills Church sermon series beginning 2023 09 17Whitaker, Robyn, Bible for Normal People podcast, Ep 259Witherington, Ben III, Seven Minute Seminary series, YoutubeWood, Shane, Ozark Christian College Lectures https://www.shanejwood.com/the-book-of-revelation/Wright, N. T., Youtube Lectures
shape the way you think about people, society, and the future?9. If the New Jerusalem is both a future hope and a present reality, where do you already see glimpses of it in our world today?10. The Book of Revelation is less about predicting events and more about revealing what reality looks like when God finally defeats evil. How has that changed the way you’re reading the book as we’ve gone through this series?11. What questions have surfaced as we’ve gone through this series?
LECTURESBoyd, Greg, Woodland Hills Church sermon series beginning 2023 09 17Whitaker, Robyn, Bible for Normal People podcast, Ep 259Witherington, Ben III, Seven Minute Seminary series, YoutubeWood, Shane, Ozark Christian College Lectures https://www.shanejwood.com/the-book-of-revelation/Wright, N. T., Youtube Lectures
LECTURESBoyd, Greg, Woodland Hills Church sermon series beginning 2023 09 17Whitaker, Robyn, Bible for Normal People podcast, Ep 259Witherington, Ben III, Seven Minute Seminary series, YoutubeWood, Shane, Ozark Christian College Lectures https://www.shanejwood.com/the-book-of-revelation/Wright, N. T., Youtube Lectures
LECTURESBoyd, Greg, Woodland Hills Church sermon series beginning 2023 09 17Whitaker, Robyn, Bible for Normal People podcast, Ep 259Witherington, Ben III, Seven Minute Seminary series, YoutubeWood, Shane, Ozark Christian College Lectures https://www.shanejwood.com/the-book-of-revelation/Wright, N. T., Youtube Lectures
In this message from Robyn Elliott, we unpack the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse and ask whether they actually represent the judgment of God, or the destructive consequences of human empire, violence, greed, and conquest. Revelation’s disturbing imagery doesn’t reveal a bloodthirsty God, but exposes the systems that destroy humanity while pointing us back to Jesus, the slaughtered lamb who rules through self-giving love.Discussion Questions:1. The Book of Revelation is ultimately about the revelation of Jesus. How does that shift the way you approach the difficult or violent imagery you see throughout the book?2. Before this message, what did you think the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse represented, and how has that understanding been challenged or expanded?3. The white horse symbolizes conquest and the endless pursuit of power, the black horse symbolizes economic injustice and systems that crush the vulnerable, and the pale horse symbolizes the death and destruction that follow human violence. Where do you see these realities showing up in our world - or even in everyday life - and why do you think humanity keeps repeating these patterns?4. The second horseman exposes the lie that violence can create peace. Do you agree? Why or why not?5. Revelation repeatedly contrasts appearances with reality - what John hears versus what he sees. Where do you see that same tension in your own life or culture today?6. Robyn said, “The cross is the way God rules and the way God wins.” What does that statement challenge about the way humans normally think about power?7. If someone’s image of God is primarily angry, punitive, or violent, how might that affect the way they read Scripture, treat people, or understand themselves?8. This message suggests the judgments in Revelation are less about God inflicting pain and more about humanity experiencing the consequences of its own systems and violence. What do you think about that interpretation?9. After hearing this message, what part of your understanding of God, power, or judgment feels most challenged or rethought?
Communion is more than a ritual - it’s an invitation into participation with Jesus and with one another. In this message from Johanna Kelly, we explore Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 10 and discover how the table reshapes our loves, reorients our priorities, and reminds us that we are one body sustained by one source.Discussion Questions:1. Think of a meal or table moment you remember deeply. What made it memorable and meaningful? Was it the people, the atmosphere, the conversations, the feeling of being together?2. Paul says we are one body sharing one loaf. Why is unity such an important part of communion?3. The Table becomes the place where our love is reordered, our priorities are reshaped, our hearts are formed, and our lives are re-centred on Jesus. Why does this matter so much when we talk about communion being a shared experience?4. In what ways can communion become routine instead of transformational?5. Are God’s priorities becoming your priorities? Where do you see growth in that? Where is it challenging?6. Where might God be inviting you to pour yourself out in love for someone else right now?
Revelation doesn’t give us the God we expect - it confronts and reshapes our understanding of power, victory, and what it truly means for Jesus to reign. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we explore the shocking moment when John hears about a conquering lion but turns and sees a slaughtered lamb, revealing that God’s power looks nothing like the empires and systems we trust in. The cross isn’t just how Jesus saves; it’s how Jesus rules.Discussion Questions:1. Have you ever expected one thing and gotten something completely different - like thinking you were drinking Coke but it turned out to be Root Beer? How does that experience help frame the message of Revelation?2. Why do you think Revelation uses strange, symbolic, and apocalyptic imagery instead of straightforward language?3. What stood out to you most about the image of the lion turning out to be a slaughtered lamb?4. Robyn suggested that power isn’t just found in governments or empires, but also in churches, families, workplaces, and relationships. Where do you see distorted power operating most clearly today?5. What does it mean that Jesus has lion-like power but not lion-like character?6. How does viewing Jesus’ crucifixion as his coronation challenge common ideas about success, strength, leadership, or victory?7. Robyn said, “The cross is not just an atonement theory; it’s the way God rules.” What do you think that means practically for Jesus followers today?8. Are there areas of your life where you’ve kept Jesus in the “salvation box” but not allowed him into other areas like politics, control, grudges, ambition, or relationships?9. Revelation presents a kingdom built through vulnerability, sacrifice, and faithfulness rather than domination. Why is that vision both compelling and difficult?10. If the Lamb is the clearest picture of who God is, how should that reshape the way we engage with enemies, conflict, politics, and power?
LECTURESBoyd, Greg, Woodland Hills Church sermon series beginning 2023 09 17Whitaker, Robyn, Bible for Normal People podcast, Ep 259Witherington, Ben III, Seven Minute Seminary series, YoutubeWood, Shane, Ozark Christian College Lectures https://www.shanejwood.com/the-book-of-revelation/Wright, N. T., Youtube Lectures
Baptism is more than a ritual - it’s a powerful symbol of death, rescue, and new life. From the chaos of ancient waters to the story of Jesus, this moment tells a bigger story of identity, freedom, and belonging. Following this message from Robyn Elliott, we witness two people step into that story and into a new life.Discussion Questions:1. What has been your experience with baptism, either personally or what you’ve seen in others? (If you haven’t been baptized yet, what is stopping you?)2. What part of your “old self” do you find hardest to let go of, and why do you think you hold onto it? 3. Have you ever experienced a moment that felt like a personal before and after? What changed in you?4. What lies about yourself do you tend to believe when you fail or fall short? And if you really believed your identity was secure and unshakeable, how would your life look different this week? 5. What parts of your life feel like chaos right now, and what would it mean for something new to come out of that?6. The message describes faith as becoming part of a messy, diverse family. What has your experience of “spiritual community” been like?7. Why do you think shared rituals (like baptism) matter for building a sense of belonging?8. Water is described as both chaos and salvation in Scripture. What do you think that tension reveals about how God works?9. Paul talks about identity being rooted in Christ rather than performance. How does that challenge modern ideas of self-definition?10. If baptism is a “dress rehearsal” for resurrection, how should that shape how we live now?11. If your life had a “reset button,” would you press it? Why or why not?
Victoria Aquilina shares her journey from hidden trauma, abuse, and mental illness to discovering real hope, healing, and identity in Jesus. After years of masking pain and battling diagnoses, she found freedom not in perfection, but in grace, truth, and choosing hope every day. This is a powerful story of survival, faith, and transformation.Discussion Questions:1. Have you ever felt like you had to wear a mask to hide what you were really going through? What did that look like?2. How can trauma (physical, emotional, or spiritual) affect both the mind and body over time?3. What are some misconceptions people have about mental health and faith?4. Victoria talked about being taught fear instead of grace. How does that shape someone’s view of God? Has fear been part of your own spiritual journey?5. What does “choosing hope” look like in everyday life, especially when nothing feels like it’s changing?6. How can we better support people who are struggling with mental health challenges as individuals and also as the church?7. What are “glimmers” in your life - small moments that bring light during dark seasons
This Easter message from Robyn Elliott explores the resurrection not just as an event to believe in, but as a reality to live in. Through Mary Magdalene’s encounter in the garden, we see that what looked like the end was actually the beginning of a new creation. The resurrection is God’s declaration that hope, healing, and renewal have already begun, and we’re invited to live that future now.Discussion Questions:1. When you hear “resurrection,” do you tend to think of a past event, a future hope, or a present reality? Why?2. Mary stayed at the tomb in her grief, looking for a dead Jesus. What does this teach us about how we handle loss and disappointment, and where might we be expecting death when God is actually bringing life?3. The message suggests we sometimes see God more clearly through sorrow. Have you ever experienced God more clearly in pain or loss? Or do you tend to avoid those places? Why?4. Why do you think the resurrection story begins in a garden with Jesus showing up as a lowly gardener? What might that symbolize about new creation and what does that say about how God works in the world?5. Robyn describes the resurrection as a down payment on the future. What does that practically mean for how we live today?6. If you believe in the resurrection, where in your life does it actually show up? Where doesn’t it? And if the resurrection really means a new creation has started, why do so many of us still feel stuck in the same old patterns?7. If Jesus is alive right now - not just historically - what would need to change about the way you live this week?
What if the people who crucified Jesus aren’t that different from us? In this message from Robyn Elliott, we explore how Caiaphas and Pontius Pilate chose comfort, control, and self-preservation over truth - and how we often do the same. Lent is an invitation to stop making that trade and follow Jesus, even when it costs us. The question is simple but urgent: when faced with fear, pressure, or convenience, who will you be?Discussion Questions:1. Caiaphas and Pontius Pilate both knew what was right but chose self-interest and fear instead. Where do you see yourself in that story? In compromise, under pressure, or somewhere else entirely?2. Can you think of a time when you knew the right thing to do but chose what was easier or safer instead? What happened?3. Why do you think fear is such a powerful motivator for control - both then and now?4. How do comfort, status, or reputation subtly influence our faith decisions?5. What does Jesus’ silence in this passage stir up in you? Confusion? Frustration? Awe? Why?6. Is there a place in your life right now where you already know what faithfulness looks like, but you’re choosing what’s easier instead?7. In what ways do we still trade truth for stability or personal benefit in our world today?8. Is there a difference between the Jesus you believe in and the Jesus you follow? How would you describe that gap?9. This week, pay attention. Where are you tempted to choose what’s safe and comfortable over what love might require of you? What would it look like to follow Jesus into a place of radical love, even if it costs you something?
In a world shaped by stories of violent revolt and divine rescue, Jesus offers a radically different way. In the garden, on the night of his crucifixion, when violence seems justified, he heals his enemy and refuses the sword, forcing us to confront which version of Jesus we truly follow. This Lenten message from Robyn Elliott challenges us to examine the competing narratives shaping our faith: the Jesus of the Cross or the Jesus of the Sword.Discussion Questions:1. What background stories (family, culture, politics, church) have shaped how you imagine Jesus? 2. Why do you think the disciples expected Jesus to lead a revolt similar to Judah Maccabee?3. Can you think of a time when you felt justified in responding with “the sword” (anger, control, retaliation) rather than Jesus? What happened?4. Where do you find yourself justifying harshness because you believe your cause is right?5. When you feel threatened, do you move toward control, withdrawal, or attack? And what would it cost you to respond with mercy in that situation?6. Jesus’ final miracle was healing an enemy. What does that reveal about the heart of God? 7. Where do you see modern Christians trying to use Jesus to justify violence or division? 8. Why is it so hard to wait for Jesus’ response instead of acting on what we assume he wants?9. What does it practically look like for you to follow the “Jesus of the Cross” in your daily life?10. This Lent, what competing vision of Jesus do you need to let go of?
Judas is often reduced to a one-word label: betrayer. But what if his story reveals something uncomfortable about us? As the tension of Jesus’ final week builds, this message, from Robyn Elliott explores the dangerous blind spots of faith - how even those closest to Jesus can miss his heart, justify harmful means for a holy cause, and betray the way of Jesus without realizing it.Discussion Questions:1. Judas walked with Jesus for three years and still betrayed him. What does that reveal about how easy it is to miss the heart of Jesus, even for sincere followers?2. The message suggests Judas may have betrayed Jesus not for money but for a cause. Why can believing we’re “on God’s side” sometimes lead people to justify harmful actions?3. The religious leaders thought eliminating Jesus was necessary to protect their system. Where do we still see systems - religious or otherwise - silencing voices that challenge the status quo?4. Judas was disappointed that Jesus wasn’t the kind of leader he expected. How do unmet expectations of God shape our faith, either toward deeper trust or toward resentment?5. Jesus was betrayed through sacred gestures - a shared bowl and a kiss. What are ways Christians today might use sacred language, rituals, or beliefs while still missing the heart of Jesus?6. Author Brian Zahnd says, “The means are the end in the process of becoming.” How do the methods we choose shape who we become spiritually?7. Mark’s Gospel consistently refers to Judas as “Judas, one of the Twelve,” and gives almost no explanation for his motives. Why might Mark intentionally leave Judas’ motivations ambiguous while emphasizing his identity as one of the Twelve? What might that suggest about Mark’s message to the early church - and to us - about where betrayal can come from?8. Lent is described as a season of “sight, not shame.” What blind spots in your life or faith might God be inviting you to see more clearly?
Judas is often reduced to a one-word label: betrayer. But what if his story reveals something uncomfortable about us? As the tension of Jesus’ final week builds, this message, from Robyn Elliott explores the dangerous blind spots of faith - how even those closest to Jesus can miss his heart, justify harmful means for a holy cause, and betray the way of Jesus without realizing it.Discussion Questions:1. Judas walked with Jesus for three years and still betrayed him. What does that reveal about how easy it is to miss the heart of Jesus, even for sincere followers?2. The message suggests Judas may have betrayed Jesus not for money but for a cause. Why can believing we’re “on God’s side” sometimes lead people to justify harmful actions?3. The religious leaders thought eliminating Jesus was necessary to protect their system. Where do we still see systems - religious or otherwise - silencing voices that challenge the status quo?4. Judas was disappointed that Jesus wasn’t the kind of leader he expected. How do unmet expectations of God shape our faith, either toward deeper trust or toward resentment?5. Jesus was betrayed through sacred gestures - a shared bowl and a kiss. What are ways Christians today might use sacred language, rituals, or beliefs while still missing the heart of Jesus?6. Author Brian Zahnd says, “The means are the end in the process of becoming.” How do the methods we choose shape who we become spiritually?7. Mark’s Gospel consistently refers to Judas as “Judas, one of the Twelve,” and gives almost no explanation for his motives. Why might Mark intentionally leave Judas’ motivations ambiguous while emphasizing his identity as one of the Twelve? What might that suggest about Mark’s message to the early church - and to us - about where betrayal can come from?8. Lent is described as a season of “sight, not shame.” What blind spots in your life or faith might God be inviting you to see more clearly?
Two days before Jesus’ crucifixion, an unnamed woman crashes a dinner party, breaks open a jar worth a year’s wages, and anoints Jesus while the disciples call it waste. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we step into the story as witnesses and ask: Are we offering costly love, or hiding hard hearts behind responsible religion? Because love that costs you something is never wasted, and sometimes reckless devotion is the only thing in the room that looks like the cross.Discussion Questions:1. When you hear Jesus say, “She has done what she could,” what emotions surface in you? Comfort? Conviction? Resistance? Why?2. Where in your life have you traded costly devotion for comfortable routine?3. The disciples called the woman’s act wasteful. Have you ever labeled someone’s devotion as impractical or irresponsible? What was underneath that reaction?4. What is your “alabaster jar?” What feels too costly to break open?5. In what ways is it possible to hide a hard heart behind a good cause? Where do you see that in your everyday life, in your church, your family, your place of work, or even in your government?6. Where might Jesus be inviting you to move from speaking about justice to practicing solidarity?7. If you were physically in that room, how do you honestly think you would have responded? Who would you identify with most?8. What does “doing what you can with what you have” look like for you in this season?
Lent invites us into a wilderness that strips away illusion and exposes our raw desires. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we look at the temptation of Jesus (Matthew 4), and see that the enemy doesn’t offer evil outright - he offers shortcuts, comfort, and power without the cross. This season asks us a hard question: are we witnesses to the way of Jesus, or have we quietly become accomplices to a different kingdom?Discussion Questions:1. Where in your life right now do you feel the ache of the wilderness? What might God be exposing there?2. The enemy tempted Jesus with good things gained the wrong way. Where are you tempted to justify questionable means for a good outcome?3. When have you traded faithfulness for influence, approval, comfort, or control?4. What voices most shape your thinking - Jesus, your political tribe, your social circle, your fears, your wallet?5. In what ways have you romanticized the cross rather than reckoned with its cost?6. If the wilderness rescues us from ourselves, what might God be trying to rescue you from this Lent?7. Where are you most vulnerable right now? How might that be a place of both temptation and transformation?
For 2,000 years followers of Jesus have gathered around a table, not to repeat a ritual, but to participate in a mystery. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we explore Jesus’ shocking words and discover that Communion is more than symbolism; it’s an invitation. At this table, heaven and earth meet, the ordinary becomes sacred, and we are transformed as we participate in Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.Discussion Questions:1. When you think about Communion, what emotions or assumptions immediately come to mind? Where do those come from? Did they change after hearing this message?2. What does it mean to you that Communion is participation, not just remembrance?3. Jesus challenges the crowd for being fans rather than followers. Where might you be tempted to want something from Jesus more than wanting Jesus himself?4. Why do you think Jesus used such shocking language (eat my flesh, drink my blood) to describe following him?5. How does the idea of physically eating and drinking as a way of encountering Jesus reshape your understanding of what is real?6. In what ways is gathering at the table socially disruptive, especially in a divided or screen-saturated world?7. How does Communion speak to inclusion, belonging, and even loving our enemies?8. What might it look like for you to “take in” the life of Jesus this week in a tangible, embodied way?9. If this table is where heaven and earth meet, how should that shape the way we approach it?10. John 6 shifts from the Greek word phagein (“to eat”) to trogein (“to chew/gnaw”) later in the passage. Do you think this intensification suggests a move toward literalism, or is John deliberately heightening the metaphor to force decision and offense? What might that tell us about how John understands participation in Christ?
Life can feel unbearably heavy, and Jesus never denied that reality. In this message from Mike Carmody, looking at a section from the Sermon on the Mount, he shows us that Jesus invites us onto the narrow road - not as a crushing moral test, but as a path of love, presence, and companionship. The narrow road isn’t walked alone; it’s lighter because Jesus walks it with us, offering rest, closeness, and life.Discussion Questions:1. What feels most heavy in your life right now - personally, relationally, or emotionally? How do you usually respond to that weight?2. When you hear “the narrow road,” what emotions come up for you - pressure, fear, hope, resistance? Why do you think that is?3. Who are the voices (online, at school/work, in your friend group) that most shape how you see yourself, and how might choosing the narrow road mean listening to Jesus’ voice instead?4. In what ways have you seen the “wide road” promise relief but fail to deliver in your own life?5. How does seeing the narrow road as a relational invitation with Jesus (instead of a moral test) change how you understand faith?6. Where might Jesus be inviting you to slow down, stay present, or stop instead of rushing past something difficult?7. Jesus never shamed people for being weary. How does that challenge the way you talk to yourself when you’re exhausted or struggling?8. What would it look like for you to walk closer to Jesus right now so that his pace becomes your pace?9. Is there one burden, hurt, or habit you sense the Spirit nudging you to lay down as a next step on the narrow road?
Sermon on the Mount: Polished But PoisonedIn the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus warns that the greatest danger to faith isn’t hostility from the outside, but deception from within. False prophets don’t always look harmful - they quote Scripture, appear faithful, and feel safe - yet they pull us away from the way of Jesus. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we are called beyond surface-level belief and into a life where faith is measured by love, mercy, humility, and transformed living.
Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount reveals a radically different vision of the good life - one where serving comes before leading, generosity overcomes fear, and true treasure is measured by the heart, not possessions. In this message from Jack Ninaber, we’re invited to examine where we place our security and what truly owns us. In a world driven by scarcity and accumulation, Jesus calls us into an upside-down kingdom marked by trust, abundance, and freedom, and shows us that where we place our treasure ultimately shapes who we become.Discussion Questions:1. Growing up, what did you treasure most? And when you think about your time, money, and energy today, what do they reveal about where your heart is right now?2. Do you tend to live with more of a scarcity mindset or an abundance mindset? Where do you think that comes from?3. How does Jesus’ definition of a “blessed” or good life in the Sermon on the Mount differ from how our culture defines success, and where do you feel that tension most in your own life?4. If someone looked at how you spend your time and money, what picture of “the good life” would they assume you believe in? How does that compare with Jesus’ vision?5. What fears (loss, security, control) most influence the way you handle money or possessions?6. How do Jesus’ words about generosity and storing treasure in heaven challenge your current priorities?7. What would it look like to practice generosity - intentionally and regularly - as a way of reshaping your heart?8. How do our thoughts and longings - what we dwell on, desire, or envy - reveal where our treasure really is, even apart from money?
Jesus calls us to the most challenging command of all: love your enemies. In this message from Johanna Kelly, we look at Matthew 5 and the parable of the Good Samaritan, which invites us into a radically different way of living - one rooted in mercy, accountability, and self-reflection - where love breaks cycles of harm and builds a kingdom of reconciliation.Discussion Questions:1. When you hear Jesus say, “Love your enemies,” what emotions or resistance surface in you, and why?2. Who or what have you been tempted to label as “the enemy” in your own life (people, groups, systems, or ideas)?3. How does the parable of the Good Samaritan challenge your understanding of who belongs inside God’s kingdom?4. Have you ever had to set a boundary that felt unloving at the time but was actually an act of love? What did that look like?5. How does accountability play a role in loving someone who causes harm, without excusing or enabling that harm?6. Where might God be inviting you into deeper self-reflection to notice “the enemy within?”7. What does it mean to you that love is an action, not just a feeling, especially when love feels costly or uncomfortable?8. Can you think of a time when someone you least expected reflected God’s mercy or compassion to you?9. As you reflect on the Lord’s Table, who might God be inviting you to see, include, or extend radical compassion toward?
The Christmas story doesn’t end with angels and manger scenes - it continues into fear, flight, and forced exile. When Joseph hears the words “escape to Egypt,” God overturns assumptions about safety, enemies, and where refuge can be found. This message from Robyn Elliott explores how Christmas is a story of reversal, vulnerability, and a God who meets us in the wilderness to make something new.Discussion Questions:1. What words or phrases make your own “blood run cold,” and why do you think they carry so much power over you?2. Where in your life have you experienced disorientation, when what you believed about God or yourself was shaken?3. Egypt represented trauma and fear for Joseph. What “Egypts” exist in your story - places or situations you’d never expect to find God?4. Have you ever found safety, healing, or wisdom in a place or from people you once feared or rejected?5. How does the idea that Jesus was safer among outsiders challenge your understanding of faith, belonging, or community?6. When you’re in a wilderness season, do you tend to assume you’ve done something wrong, or can you imagine it as a place of new beginning?7. In what ways do comfort and familiarity shape where you expect God to work?8. How does this part of the Christmas story reshape what “peace” really means to you?9. What might it look like for you to follow Jesus into vulnerability rather than control or security?10. As we put Christmas back into boxes, what if the real question is whether Christmas has been packed into us? Will we keep choosing love over hate, conversation over confrontation, and relationship over retaliation when the season no longer reminds us?
Christmas doesn’t end on December 25 - it carries on as a reminder that Jesus is for the whole world, not just a select few. In this message from Joash Thomas, in the story of the Magi, we’re invited to move beyond certainty and fear toward humility, curiosity, and attentive listening. It’s an invitation to notice where God is already at work, often in places we wouldn’t expect.Discussion Questions:1. Where do you see yourself in the Epiphany story right now - the Magi, the fearful crowd around Herod, or someone else entirely? Why?2. What does it mean for you to believe that Jesus is not only a personal saviour, but the saviour of all creation?3. Are there places in your faith where you’ve become attached to certainty rather than curiosity? What might it look like to loosen your grip?4. How do you typically respond to people of other faiths or Christian traditions - with curiosity, fear, defensiveness, or something else? And what might Jesus want to show you about himself through neighbours or communities that are different from you?5. The Magi listened, learned, and then “went home by another road.” How has encountering Jesus changed your direction or perspective?6. What gives you hope when it feels like powerful systems or forces are winning?7. What is one small way you could practice courage, curiosity, or peacemaking this week?
Bethlehem was not a peaceful postcard but a place of poverty, occupation, and conflict, and God chose that setting to enter the world. In this message from Robyn Elliott, Advent reminds us that God’s path to peace comes through humility, justice, and righteousness, not force or empire. To take Christmas seriously is not to save the world, but to live like Jesus - carrying God’s peace into forgotten and broken places.
Advent reveals a God who completely redefines power. Instead of arriving with force, status, or spectacle, Jesus comes in humility - born in obscurity, announced to the overlooked, and crowned through self-giving love. In this message from Mike Carmody, we’re invited to surrender the world’s version of strength and discover where God might be reversing power in us today.Discussion Questions:1. When you think about “power,” what images or experiences come to mind from your own life?2. Where do you most feel pressure to appear strong, impressive, or in control right now? And is there an area of your life where God might be inviting you to let go of control or status?3. Mary responds to God with surrender rather than certainty. What would surrender look like for you this Advent?4. Which part of the Christmas story most challenges your assumptions about success or greatness?5. Who are the “overlooked” people in your everyday life, and what might it look like to notice or lift them up?6. As a church community, where are we tempted to chase influence rather than faithfulness?7. How might our relationships change if we truly believed that greatness in God’s kingdom looks like serving?8. Why do you think God consistently chooses the least likely people throughout Scripture to carry out His purposes?9. How does the cross reshape our understanding of victory, authority, and kingship in contrast to Roman - or modern - definitions of power?
In this message from Jack Ninaber, we explore the often-overlooked faith and obedience of Joseph - the quiet, steady figure in the Christmas story whose actions shaped the arrival of Jesus. Joseph models compassion, surrender, and courage in the face of misunderstanding, showing us what it means to step faithfully into God’s mission even when it places us in the background. His life invites us to embrace Advent as a season of trust, patience, and quiet obedience.Discussion Questions:1. What does Joseph teach us about doing the right thing even when it may cost reputation, finances, or social standing? Have you ever faced a situation where doing the right thing made you look wrong to others? How did you process or endure that season?2. Have you ever felt compelled to act out of duty or conviction even when your emotions didn’t align with the decision? What was that like for you?3. In a culture where honour and shame played such a significant role, what risks did Joseph take in choosing the “quiet” option, and why might justice demand such restraint?4. How does the angel’s message shift Joseph’s sense of obligation, from social and religious duty to participation in God’s redemptive plan?5. Do you tend to follow God more out of conviction, love, habit, or a sense of duty? How does Joseph’s story challenge or affirm the way you live out your faith?6. In what ways can following Jesus place us in positions where we appear foolish, misunderstood, or dishonoured, and how should we navigate that tension?7. How do we discern when our sense of duty comes from God versus cultural, familial, or religious pressure?8. What is an area in your life right now where doing the right thing feels difficult or misunderstood, and what might faithfulness look like for you in that situation?Resources:Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God by Mark BattersonSacred Pathways: Nine Ways to Connect with God by Gary ThomasHearing God: Developing a Conversational Relationship with God by Dallas Willard
Advent is a season that asks us to face the tension between hope and fear - much like Bethlehem itself, the “House of Bread” and the “House of War,” where the Bread of Life was born into a world that was not yet as it should be. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we explore how God shows up in the shadows and in our waiting, turning the ashes of our lives into something sustaining and life-giving. Advent reminds us that Jesus comes not only to the beautiful parts of our story, but also to our deepest longings and pain, breaking through the darkness with quiet, resilient hope.Discussion Questions:1. How do you typically respond to waiting, and what does that reveal about your spiritual posture during Advent?2. Where in your life are you currently waiting for God to break in or bring clarity? And are there places where you may have unknowingly put up walls to God’s presence or movement?3. When you think of “ashes” in your life - places of loss, shame, or disappointment - what might it look like for God to make “bread” from them?4. In what ways does the hurried, commercial Christmas season make it difficult for you to embrace quiet, reflection, and longing?5. How does the theme of waiting connect with the larger biblical narrative of hope and expectation?6. Bethlehem is described as both the “House of Bread” and the “House of War.” How does this tension reflect the world Jesus entered and the world we live in today?7. What does the incarnation (God arriving in obscurity, poverty, and vulnerability) teach us about God’s character and the way He works?8. How does Advent reorient us to a different way of being than the secular rhythms of December?9. Robyn launched our Christmas Giving Campaign for this year as part of her message. There are three ways you can get involved. Which option resonates with you?
Why do some prayers get answered while others seem to go unheard? Jesus promises that faith can move mountains, yet we still face trials, disappointment, and mystery. In this message from Robyn Elliott we wrestle honestly with unanswered prayer, exploring biblical tensions, real-world complexity, and the hope the resurrection still offers.Discussion Questions: 1. When have you experienced an unanswered prayer, and how did it shape your perception of God? 2. How do you reconcile Jesus’ promises in Matthew 21 and John 14 with the lived reality of suffering? 3. Which of the possible explanations discussed - contradiction, wounded world, free will, evil, sin - resonates most with you, and why? 4. To what extent is the modern Western expectation of happiness influencing how we interpret God’s role in our lives? 5. How does free will complicate the idea of God intervening in response to prayer? 6. In what ways does the biblical portrayal of spiritual evil (Ephesians 6) add nuance to the question of unanswered prayer? 7. What is the difference between having faith in God and having faith in the amount of your faith? 8. How does the Christian hope of resurrection reframe the way we interpret suffering, healing, and unanswered prayer?
In this sermon, Pastor Johanna Kelly explores wordless or contemplative prayer—a form of prayer beyond language, where we meet God in silence and presence rather than through words. It reflects on those moments in life, whether joyful, sorrowful, or ordinary, when words fail and we sense the divine near. Contemplative prayer is not about doing but about being fully present, allowing God’s love to meet us where we are. As we open our hearts, we move from knowing about God to truly knowing God.Questions:1. Have you ever experienced a moment where words felt completely inadequate—either in sorrow or joy? What was that moment like for you?2. Why do you think silence and stillness are often so uncomfortable for us? What tends to surface in you when you try to be quiet before God?3. The sermon mentions that “progress in intimacy with God means progress towards silence.” What might this mean for your own prayer life?4. What does it mean to you to bring your “whole self” to God in prayer—your past, present, hurts, and hopes?5. How do your current images of God and of yourself shape the way you approach prayer?6. The sermon says, “Maybe Jesus is inviting you to trust that God is love.” What might that invitation look like for you right now?7. What practices (breath prayers, centering prayer, meditation, silence) help you become more present to God? Which ones feel most challenging?8. If contemplative prayer is about “being fully present — in heart, mind, and body — to what is,” how might this posture transform your daily life, not just your prayer life?9. The sermon highlights that God knocks and invites us to ‘sit and stay awhile.’ How might your community or relationships change if you embodied that same invitation for others?10. How can contemplative or wordless prayer help bridge the divide between the seen (our human experience) and the unseen (the divine presence)?
Today’s focus is on prayer as a cry — not a polished, polite prayer, but an outcry or complaint to God. When life hurts and sorrow overwhelms, tidy prayers fall flat. Outcry or Lament is not faithless; it’s a form of protest. Lament says, “This isn’t right,” and appeals to God to act, to heal, to make things whole. But what happens when we cry out and get no explanation? Today Robyn Elliott will dig into the life of Job, a man who’s whole life came crashing down along with his theology and he saw God in a whole new way. Questions:1. How do you usually imagine God when you pray — and how might that image shape how or even if you pray? Is God distant? Disappointed? Gentle? Attentive? How does that affect your openness in prayer?2. When life gets painful or confusing, what’s your natural reaction — to withdraw from God, to plead with Him, or to protest? What does that say about what you believe prayer is for?3. If lament is a form of protest — what do you think it means to “protest in faith”?How can honest complaint actually be an expression of trust rather than rebellion?4. Can you think of a time when you brought your raw emotions to God — grief, anger, confusion — and felt met rather than rejected? What did that moment teach you about God’s character?5. What would it look like for you to practice more honest prayer this week?(Maybe a prayer of lament, a written complaint, a conversation with God without filters.)6. The people of Job’s time believed in the Retribution Principle — “good things happen to good people.” Where do you still see that mindset showing up today — maybe even in subtle ways in your own thinking?7. When you’ve faced pain or loss, have you ever felt pressure to keep your faith “tidy”?What might it look like to follow Job’s example and bring your unfiltered emotions to God instead?8. Job never gets the answers he’s looking for — but he does get an encounter with God.What do you think that tells us about the kind of relationship God desires with us, especially in suffering?9. When have you heard or seen modern “Job’s friends” — people offering religious explanations or blame when someone suffers?How does that kind of thinking distort our understanding of God’s justice and compassion?10. At the end of Job, God corrects everyone’s assumptions — but gives no explanation for Job’s suffering. How might that reshape the way we respond to our own unanswered “whys”?11. Hope in lament isn’t denial — it’s defiant trust.Where in your life do you need that kind of tenacious, ferocious hope — hope that believes God is love even when nothing makes sense?
In this message from Robyn Elliott, we rediscover prayer not as something to master but as a rhythm to live - a way of turning aside to notice the divine in the everyday. From the burning bush to the coffee line, God meets us on ordinary ground and turns it into holy ground. Prayer isn’t about performance, it’s about presence, learning to see that every moment can become sacred when we pause to notice God there.Questions:1.Do you see prayer as something you understand or something you still feel like a beginner at? Why? What fears or barriers might hold you back from praying freely and honestly?2.Robyn said, “How we imagine God determines how we pray.” What theological or psychological insights can we draw from that statement? How might our image of God - whether as distant judge, intimate friend, or creative force - shape both the content and the confidence of our prayers?3.Think of a time when something ordinary suddenly felt sacred. What happened?4.Moses encountered God in a burning bush. What might be the “ordinary bush” in your life right now where God is trying to get your attention? And how does it change your perspective to think that every ground is holy ground because God is there?5.If prayer is “a rhythm to keep” rather than a “skill to master,” how does that reshape our understanding of spiritual formation? In what ways might prayer be less about achieving results and more about being formed into a certain kind of person?6.What would it look like for you to “turn aside” and notice God in your daily routines - your commute, your kitchen, your conversations?7.What small step could you take this week to make prayer a rhythm rather than a task?8.Robyn suggested a few exercises to try over the course of this series. Which one will you start with?9.Download the Lectio 365 app10.Spend some time in the prayer room11.Attend Pilgrimage of Prayer on Nov. 2312.Pray the Lord’s Prayer
You might be surprised.Discussion Questions:1. What are the most meaningful symbols in your life, and what symbols have shaped your faith journey - a cross, a family tradition, a church building, a song? What do those symbols say about what you truly believe about God and yourself?2. The cross wasn’t the original symbol of Christianity. How does this historical shift in Christian symbolism shape the way we view faith today?3. Paul's anger in 1 Corinthians 11 targets not personal piety but communal inequality. What does this say about God's priorities for the church?4. When have you felt excluded or welcomed at a ‘table’ - whether literal or metaphorical? How does that shape how you invite others in?5. Are there people you struggle to make space for at your table - emotionally, socially, spiritually? Why do you think that is? What might be under that resistance?6. How does the communion table subvert empire values like hierarchy, power, and privilege? How might that challenge the modern Western church?7. Paul says to examine ourselves before communion - not to nitpick our morality, but to ask: Are we honouring the body (the church)? What does that look like in practice?8. If someone observed your church’s communion practice, what might they learn about your theology of inclusion and service?9. How do we unknowingly mirror the world’s values of status and success in our Christian communities today?10. The early church’s meals were participatory and embodied. What have we lost (or gained) by ritualizing or formalizing communion?11. In what ways might your life reflect the empire's way more than Jesus’ way - and how could the symbol of the table realign you?
What if the most powerful part of your story isn’t the ending - but the mess in the middle? In this message, Kathleen Elliott shares her honest, unfinished journey of faith, parenting, and showing up when life feels messy. If you've ever wondered where God is in the middle of your doubts, struggles, or everyday chaos, this story is for you.Discussion Questions:1. Where in your life do you feel like you're in “the messy middle” right now?2. What are the parts of your story you’d rather keep hidden, and where might God be gently nudging you to be more vulnerable?3. Have you ever mistaken “comfort” for “God’s plan”? How has discomfort shaped your faith?4. Where have you seen God show up, not to fix things, but simply to be present with you?5. What false beliefs about God or yourself are you currently unlearning?6. Are there prayers, people, or moments from your past that you now recognize as God planting seeds?7. What’s a step you can take - even a baby step - to keep showing up in faith today?8. Who have you allowed to write parts of your story for you, and how can you invite God into that narrative instead?9. What does it mean for you to be “held by God,” even if you don’t feel finished or figured out?10. If you were to tell your story honestly today, what title would you give this chapter of your life?
In a world craving home, we believe the Church is called to be just that: a family of all kinds of people, gathered under one roof and around one table for the sake of the world. This message from Robyn Elliott is a call to reimagine church as a lived experience of love, belonging, and unity. This is about belief, bodies, and buildings - and how God is doing a new thing right here.Discussion Questions:1. Which “room” in your spiritual house do you feel most at home in, and which ones challenge you?2. How does it feel to imagine church as a family rather than a collection of families?3. Have you ever felt like you didn’t belong in a church? What made you feel that way? And how have you become the church in a way that helps others?4. What does “a seat at the table” mean to you personally? Who isn’t at your table that should be?5. In what ways have your beliefs changed or “renovated” over time? What stayed the same?6. When have you felt most seen or safe in a church setting - and what made that moment possible?7. How can we move from being Sunday attenders to everyday followers of Jesus?8. What does it mean to honour every BODY, not just in theory, but in practice?9. If your life was a home, who feels safe and welcome inside? Who still feels like a stranger?10. What new thing might God be doing in you - something you can’t yet see clearly?
The book of Acts ends with loose ends - a story unfinished. But maybe that’s the point. As we close this rollercoaster of a journey through Acts with Pastor Robyn Elliott, we ask: what kind of church are we becoming, and are we still living the way of Jesus, not with control and power, but with humility, love, and Spirit-empowered purpose?Discussion Questions:1. In what ways has the church today become more like an empire than a movement shaped by Jesus?2. Have you ever experienced the church as a place of healing - or as a place of harm? What shaped that experience?3. Where have you seen the Spirit still at work today - in individuals or communities - despite the church’s brokenness?4. How can we tell if we’re studying the Bible but still missing Jesus? What are the warning signs?5. What would it look like to retrace our steps, not just as individuals but as a community of faith?6. Robyn said, “Our hearts can grow hard, even in holy places.” Where in your life do you need to be softened - spiritually, relationally, or emotionally?7. Are there areas where you've been clinging to control, fame, or platform, rather than humility and vulnerability?8. If Acts doesn’t have a clear ending, what does that say about your role in God’s story today?9. What does it mean to you that the table of Jesus is open to “all who are weary?”
In this message from Mike Carmody, we explore the powerful farewell of Paul in Acts 20:17–25, uncovering what it means to live a life that truly counts. From faithful service and bold witness to Spirit-led surrender and eternal perspective, Paul gives us a model for a life well lived. Whether you’re just beginning your faith journey or you’ve been running the race for years, this message will challenge and encourage you to pursue lasting significance.Discussion Questions:1. If you had one last conversation with the people you love most, what would you say, and what does that reveal about your heart?2. Paul says, “You know how I lived.” What would people say they know about your life? What speaks louder – your words or your lifestyle?3. Faithfulness often goes unseen and unrewarded in this life. Where in your life are you called to keep showing up, even when it’s hard or unnoticed?4. Paul didn’t hesitate to preach the truth. What holds you back from sharing your faith boldly? What might boldness look like for you this week?5. When have you experienced discomfort for the sake of following Jesus? How did that experience shape you?6. Paul was “compelled by the Spirit” even without knowing the outcome. What would it look like for you to trust God with just the next step?7. Verse 24 says Paul’s only aim was “to finish the race and complete the task.” What task has God placed in front of you today?8. What are you “packing” your life with? Are your priorities aligned more with comfort and success or with eternity and surrender?9. Think of someone whose faithfulness or quiet service has impacted you deeply. How might your own faithfulness impact others, even if you never see the results?
The early Church wasn’t neat, tidy, or black and white - it was messy, complicated, and beautifully real. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we look at Acts 16 and discover how God shows up in the tension of right and wrong, rules and grace, motives and mistakes. If your Jesus following feels complicated, you're not alone - and that might be exactly where Jesus meets you.Discussion Questions:1. What does Timothy’s willingness to be circumcised teach us about the cost of loving others well - even when it’s uncomfortable or unfair? How far are we willing to go to remove barriers for someone else to encounter Jesus?2. What are some modern-day equivalents to Timothy’s sacrifice - ways we can "cut" parts of our comfort, pride, or preferences for the sake of others? Think of situations in your life, community, or church where someone laid something down to build trust or unity.3. What are some “low-cost” acts of love we often overlook but are still powerful? Who around you needs something simple - time, a kind word, a listening ear - that we might be withholding?4. In what ways do we make winning arguments more important than building bridges? What conversations or debates are better left in humility than pursued in pride?5. Is there something in your life that you’ve been unwilling to give up, even if letting go could help someone else experience Jesus more clearly? What would it look like to surrender that for the sake of love?6. What “extra requirements” do we sometimes add that make it harder for people to feel like they belong in church? How can we, as individuals and a church community, remove obstacles and make space for others to encounter Jesus?7. What's an example of something that's not so black and white in your faith? Why do we often make things more complicated than they need to be?
In the early church, rapid change created deep tension between tradition and the movement of God’s Spirit. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we take a look at Acts 15, which shows us how the early leaders navigated sacred convictions, honest disagreement, and radical inclusion - by listening, telling stories, and centering everything on Jesus. This passage is a masterclass in following Jesus faithfully through disruption, both in the church and in our world today.Discussion Questions:1. Where have you seen procedures or policies get in the way of purpose - in church or elsewhere?2. Have you ever experienced your sacred foundations being shaken? How did you respond?3. How do we know when our traditions are helping or hindering our faith?4. What do you think Peter meant when he said, “Why are you now challenging God?” How might we do that today without realizing it? How do we balance faithfulness to Scripture with openness to God doing something new?5. Can you recall a time when someone else’s testimony changed your perspective more than a debate could have?6. Where in your life are you being invited to “bow your convictions to Jesus?”7. What are some small, practical ways we can embody low-cost love in our church or neighbourhood?
Acts 10 is a turning point - not just for the early church, but for how we understand God’s radical vision of inclusion. When Peter crosses the threshold into Cornelius’ home, everything changes: the boundaries of who belongs are shattered. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we explore what God is up to when the church gets messy, uncomfortable, and beautifully diverse.Discussion Questions:1. What do you think it means to ask, “What is God up to?” in our current moment, space, and community? How might that question shift our focus from programs or traditions to people and presence?2. In Acts 10, Peter's worldview was shattered by a vision from God. Has there ever been a moment when God challenged something you always believed to be true? How did you respond? Did it lead you toward inclusion or resistance?3. Cornelius was an outsider who embodied the heart of the faith but wasn’t accepted by the community. Who are the “Corneliuses” in our world today? What boundaries (spoken or unspoken) might be keeping them out?4. Peter crossed a literal and symbolic threshold when he entered Cornelius’ house. Can you think of a time you were called to cross a personal or social boundary for the sake of love or unity? What held you back- or what pushed you forward?5. How can we discern whether what we’re hearing is truly from God? And how do we test this in community?6. What does it mean for you personally to "share a table" with someone who sees or lives life very differently?
Saul was the last person you'd expect to change, and yet, Jesus met him, and everything flipped. In this message from Mike Carmody, we dive into Acts 9, where God uses an ordinary guy named Ananias to welcome a dangerous man into the family of faith, showing us that no matter your story or your struggle, there’s a place for you in the church.Discussion Questions:1. Have you ever judged someone based on their past like Ananias judged Saul? What happened?2. Mike said, “When we experience Jesus, something changes in us.” Have you experienced Jesus and what changed for you?3. What might God be trying to say to you that you’re currently resisting or not hearing?4. Do you find it easy or difficult to accept others into your spiritual community without preconditions? Why?5. Where do you relate most in this story right now? As Saul before the encounter? Ananias being asked to trust? Or even Saul after his transformation?6. What ordinary thing might God be calling you to do that could have extraordinary impact?7. How can we, as a church (or small group or family, depending who you’re doing these questions with) create space for people to experience Jesus at their own pace?
When everything goes wrong, or everything falls apart, God still moves in the middle of the mess. In this message, Johanna Kelly walks us through the first verses of Acts 8 where we see how tragedy leads to transformation as the church is scattered and the gospel reaches new people. Even in conflict, division, and messy motivations, God is at work bringing healing, redemption, and hope.Discussion Questions:1. Have you ever experienced a time when everything went wrong or fell apart at once? How did you see (or not see) God at work in the midst of that chaos?2. Acts 8 shows God moving through scattered people. In what ways have you seen growth, healing, or new direction come out of personal disruption or tragedy?3. Philip stepped into unfamiliar, uncomfortable places (like Samaria). When have you been invited to step into spaces of division, discomfort, or difference? What did that stretch in you?4. Simon wanted spiritual power for personal gain. Where do we try to “buy God?” Where is our relationship transactional? Maybe we think if we give generously, God will reward us financially, or if we pray long enough or hard enough, we’ll get what we want. Or maybe we “shop” for God in the church we choose, preferring convenience, comfort, or polished production over truth and transformation.5. Peter helps Simon see what he couldn’t see on his own. Who in your life has helped you see something important about yourself? How did you respond?6. Johanna said, “A life together is a life of conflict.” Does this ring true for you in your experience with church, family, or friendships? How do you usually respond to relational messiness? Do you lean in, or pull away?
The early church didn’t just face pressure from empire - it also faced betrayal from within. Stephen wasn’t killed by outsiders, but by the religious elite who thought they were protecting God. In this message from Robyn Elliott, we explore what happens when faith gets twisted by power - and how defending religion can actually become a denial of the very God we claim to follow.
Ever tried cleaning while the kids are still in the house? That’s what it felt like in the early church - it was beautiful for a moment and then chaos crashed in. In this week’s message from Robyn Elliott, we see in Acts 6 how Jesus’ vision for ekklesia - a people, not a place - was always meant to be messy, diverse, and radically inclusive. The Spirit empowers us not for control, but for compassion … for the good of others.Discussion Questions:1. Jesus chose the word ekklesia to describe God’s church - a people, not a place. How has your understanding of “church” been shaped more by buildings or institutions than by community and mission?2. The early church faced its first real threat, not from outside persecution, but from internal prejudice. Where have you seen subtle (or not-so-subtle) favouritism or exclusion in Christian communities? Do you think you’ve ever contributed to it, knowingly or unknowingly?3. In Acts 6, people from a different cultural group were overlooked in food distribution but Jesus' mission included good news to the poor. Who today might be overlooked in our community, our neighbourhood, or even right here at Lakeside? What would practical good news look like to the poor in your life or community right now and what small part could you play in that?4. Hospitality and serving practical needs were elevated to acts of worship. Do you tend to see spiritual value in things like hospitality, cooking, organizing, or caring for others? Why or why not?5. God has already given the ekklesia everything it needs to take the next step. What might Jesus be calling you to do next? Where are you serving at Lakeside or in your community, or where can you get involved?6. The church is meant to reflect radical diversity and wide embrace. How comfortable are you with discomfort? What blind spots might you have when it comes to welcoming difference? And how do we continue to welcome diversity at Lakeside?7. In the midst of conflict and change, the Spirit still moved, and the movement kept growing. What’s one way God might be working in the mess of your life or Lakeside right now?8. This week, take some time to pray this prayer: Spirit of God, give me power for people, especially the ones I wouldn’t normally see.
What kind of church did Jesus have in mind? In Acts 4, we see a radical community shaped by unity, generosity, and Sabbath economics—where “there were no needy among them.” This message from Robyn Elliott challenges us to reimagine abundance, resist over-consumption, and become a people who are the church, not just people who do church.Discussion Questions:1. What story about 'enough' have you been living by - scarcity or abundance - and how is that shaping the way you share (or don’t share) what you have?"2. How does our current economic system (e.g. wealth accumulation, scarcity mindset) shape the way we view generosity, Sabbath, and having enough?3. God gave Israel the Sabbath and the Sabbath year as rhythms of rest and redistribution. What principles from those practices might challenge or inspire the way we live today?4. “There need be no poor people, but there will always be poor people among you.” What is the tension in this statement, and what responsibility do we carry in response?5. Jesus came to bring good news to the poor. In practical terms, what is “good news” for the poor in our own city or church? Are we part of that good news?6. Why is contentment so hard, even in abundance? How do we recognize and resist a hoarding mentality?7. “We can succeed at doing church and fail at being church.” What does being the church mean to you personally? What steps can we take to move closer to that vision?8. Where am I tempted to hoard - my time, money, influence, possessions, energy - and what might it look like to live with open hands instead?"Resources:1. The Serviceberry by Robin Wall Kimmerer2. Sabbath Economics by Ched Meyers3. God's Economy: Redefining the Health & Wealth Gospel by Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove
Acts (The Church Unleashed): Ordinary People; Extraordinary Boldness by Lakeside Church
In Acts 3, Peter and John encounter a beggar at the temple gate — a moment that becomes a window into the power of God, even when they seemingly have “nothing” to offer. This message from Robyn Elliott explores what it means to see others with Spirit-filled eyes, to wrestle with the tension between miraculous healing and unanswered prayers, and to offer what we have — however small — in faith. What if the Spirit is more active in your everyday life than you realize?Discussion Questions:1.The South African story raises questions: Was it God? Was it a miracle? How do you process moments in life that seem coincidental, yet strangely protective or timely?2.When you see someone in need - like a person asking for money - what’s your natural response? What would it take to truly look at them intently as Peter and John looked at the beggar outside the gates of the temple?3.Can you think of a time when you felt like you had nothing to offer, but offered what you had anyway? What happened?4.How do you respond to miracle stories? Do they encourage you, make you skeptical, stir hope, or something else? Why do you think that is?5.Have you ever felt disappointed with God or prayer? What helped (or is helping) you move through that disappointment?6.How many miracles do we miss because we don’t actually see? Where and how can you notice the Spirit moving in your life this week and in the lives of those around you?7.Can you think of a time when someone “saw” you — not just physically, but emotionally or spiritually?8.What does offering what you have look like in your current season of life - practically, spiritually, or emotionally?9.Who are the people in your life right now that you’re tempted to avoid or overlook, and what might it look like to serve them with dignity?
In this message from Jack Ninaber, we explore the beginning of the book of Acts and Jesus’ promise that the Holy Spirit would come and empower his followers. In the second week of this new series, we’re reminded that the extraordinary work of God often begins in the ordinary moments of life—when we learn to wait, listen, and respond, and that God uses ordinary people for extraordinary purposes when they rely on His Spirit, not their own strength.Questions:Discussion Questions:1. What is your experience with, or understanding of, the Holy Spirit? Whether you’ve grown up hearing about the Spirit, have had personal encounters, or are still figuring out what to make of it all, how do you relate to the idea of God’s Spirit being active in the world today?2. Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would be with his followers. What difference might it make to know that God's presence isn't distant, but close, even personal? Have you ever experienced that kind of nearness?3. We often try to handle life on our own. What might it look like to rely on God's Spirit instead of just our own strength, especially in areas where we feel stretched or uncertain?4. Jesus told his disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit before stepping into what was next. Have you ever sensed a prompting or a nudge to act, speak, or wait that felt significant? How did you respond?5. In Acts 1, Jesus invites his followers to be witnesses - to simply share what they've seen and experienced. How does that idea land with you? What might it look like to be a witness in your everyday life?6. Is there someone in your life who might not come to church, but is open to real connection or kindness? What’s one small, intentional way you could show love to them this week?7. Jesus changes people’s stories - sometimes slowly, sometimes all at once. Is there a part of your own story that’s been shaped by faith, hope, or a growing awareness of God? Who might need to hear that right now?
We’ve all had those “we had hoped” moments—when life takes a turn we never expected, and faith starts to feel distant. This message reminds us that Jesus meets us right where we are—in our doubts, in our questions, even in our walking away. He doesn’t wait for perfect faith; He steps into our confusion with quiet presence and steady love. In this message Pastor Robyn Elliott takes us on a walk through Luke 24, exploring how the extraordinary often shows up in the ordinary: how Jesus reveals Himself not through big miracles, but in simple moments—like breaking bread around a table. Whether you're full of faith or feeling uncertain, this passage shows us that resurrection isn't just an event—it’s a new lens for seeing everything. Jesus is alive, He is walking with us, and sometimes, the very thing we think is over is where new hope begins.Discussion Questions:1. Read Luke 24:13-35. How does this passage impact you? What are some insights you have gleaned from this story?2. Has there been a time when you knew you had to leave a place, a relationship, a situation even when you weren’t sure where you were going? How did you navigate that?3. Have you ever experienced a time or season where you couldn’t see God beyond the pain? Would you be willing to share how that impacted you? In retrospect, how would you say that has impacted your relationship with God? What role do you think pain, disappointment, or doubt play in how we "see" or don’t see Jesus in our lives? In your experience, can doubt and faith coexist? What does that look like?4. Jesus reframed how the disciples saw Scripture, faith, and even communion. Is there something you feel God might be reframing in your life right now? Is there something stirring or "burning" in your heart that you can't quite explain—but you sense it might be God inviting you into something deeper?5. Can you recall a time that you felt something strongly in your spirit even if you had no cognitive explanation? Did you listen or not listen to your spirit and what was the outcome? What, if anything, would you do differently and what wisdom did you glean from that experience?6. Luke recounts that Jesus led them on an extended journey through Scripture giving them a different lens through which to interpret it. How might this change how we handle and interpret Scripture? Why do you think their eyes were opened in the breaking of bread? What does this tell us about how God might choose to speak to us, and how does that challenge the way we think about spiritual growth?7. Can you describe a time when you transitioned from one theology or way of viewing an issue to another? What was that experience like for you (jarring, freeing, lengthy, abrupt)? How do we determine a good and sound theology?
In this message from Robyn Ellliott, we look at Easter morning, where the world carried on as grief crushed the disciples and Mary Magdalene returned to the tomb, carrying spices and despair. What she found was not death, but resurrection: a new third day, rich with life, where love wins and death doesn’t have the final word. We are Easter people in a Good Friday world, called to live out God’s love with the power of the resurrection.
As we approach Good Friday, we confront the ultimate collision of power and love at the cross. In a world where power often disguises itself as righteousness, Jesus reveals a different way, one not of coercion, but of sacrificial love. The cross strips away pretense, exposes injustice, and draws all people toward the God who would rather suffer violence than inflict it.
What does true generosity look like? In this message from Jeff Groenewald, we explore a powerful story from Mark 14, where a woman pours out an entire year’s wages in devotion to Jesus. While others criticize her, Jesus welcomes her generosity, challenging us to examine our own hearts—are we living with an abundance mindset like Jesus or are we holding back?
In this message from Jonathan Puddle, we explore the powerful moments in Jesus’ final days, from His triumphal entry to cleansing the temple, and how these events speak to us in times of political and social unrest. We reflect on the importance of love—loving God, loving ourselves, and loving others—above religious performance, and how surrendering to God’s love can transform our lives and the world around us.
In this message, we dive into how Jesus challenged the corrupt religious and political systems of his time. While taxes today fund public services, in Jesus' time, they kept people poor and enriched religious leaders. Facing a trap over taxes, Jesus flipped the situation, showing that it’s not about money, but about where our allegiance lies—empire or God. His message wasn’t against wealth but about who we choose to serve.
In this message, we reflect on the powerful moment when Jesus overturned the tables in the temple, challenging the corrupt religious and economic systems that excluded the marginalized. Jesus’ deliberate act of disruption wasn't just about anger but about restoring justice—showing that justice is not only part of worship, but it is worship. As we examine our own lives, we are called to ask: where have we aligned with the ways of the world, and how can we more faithfully live out the justice and peace that Jesus modelled?
As we enter into this season of Lent, we reflect on Jesus' final week and what it reveals about his character. We explore his weeping over Jerusalem, his call for peace over power, and the crowd's misunderstanding of his kingship. We are challenged to examine our faith and ask ourselves, "What kind of king do we truly want?" and how this question can shape our journey during this season.
Jack Ninaber’s journey is one of faith, challenges, and transformation. Through loss, uncertainty, and bold leaps of faith, he discovered God’s purpose in unexpected ways. Even in his lowest moments, he saw God’s faithfulness, reminding us that no matter where we are, God is always at work.
Was the final line of the Lord’s Prayer always there? Scholars have found that 'For yours is the kingdom, the power, and the glory…' wasn’t in the earliest manuscripts of Matthew, but it became part of church tradition over time. So, is it scripture or not? In this message, we take a deep dive into this last line and discover what it means for how we understand God’s kingdom, power, and glory.
In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott explores the concept of the Lord’s Prayer, particularly the demand, "deliver us from the evil," emphasizing the difference between tests that prove character and temptations that destroy it. It examines how evil manifests both personally and systemically, urging us, as Jesus followers, to consider our complicity in such forces and our role in addressing them as a community. The prayer calls for solidarity as the church, and challenges us to see life's trials as opportunities for growth or temptation.
Forgiveness is not just a one-time act but an ongoing process that shapes our relationships and actions. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott highlights the tension between the call to forgive and the struggle we face with pain and injustice. The message encourages a deeper understanding of forgiveness, not as a transaction to "buy" God’s forgiveness, but as a transformative act that mirrors God's grace. Ultimately, Jesus’ vision is of a world where forgiveness replaces retribution, offering a path to freedom, healing, and restoration.
Give us this day our daily bread. In this message, Kevin Coghill (from Royal City Mission) highlights the powerful symbolism of bread as both a basic need and a call to community, urging Jesus followers to share life with those on the margins, just as Jesus did. It challenges us as individuals and as the church to move beyond fear of reputation and embrace the radical love of identifying with the poor, seeing them as family. Ultimately, it calls for a revolution of values where love, justice, and generosity are prioritized over personal comfort.
Your kingdom come, your will be done. On earth as it is in heaven. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott explores these lines from the Lord’s Prayer and invites us into a vision of a new world order—one that demands deep personal and collective transformation. It calls us to reconsider our understanding of God’s will as freedom for all, subverting the political and economic systems that prioritize power and self-interest, and challenges us to question whether we’re truly ready to pray for God's kingdom to break through in our lives and in the world.
In this message from Joash Thomas, we focus on the line "Hallowed Be Your Name" from the Lord’s Prayer, exploring its deeper meaning beyond personal holiness. Rather than simply asking for personal requests, prayer is framed as a spiritual formation tool that aligns us with God's values, especially regarding justice and systemic sin. By praying for God's name to be honored as holy, we are invited to reflect His love and justice in our world, much like Jesus did through His table of inclusivity and mercy.
In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott dives into the concept of God as both masculine and feminine, moving beyond traditional gendered images to embrace the fullness of God’s nature as a provider, redeemer, and liberator. This message invites us to reflect on personal and communal transformation, and how living out the revolutionary call of the Lord’s Prayer can shape a more just and compassionate world.
Sometimes, the simplest prayers hold the deepest truths. In this introductory message, Pastor Robyn Elliott introduces us to the series, One Line at a Time, in which we’ll be taking the Lord’s Prayer and breaking it down, one line at a time. Far from a rote ritual, each phrase is packed with meaning and power. Together, we’ll reflect on how each line speaks to our relationship with God, our mission in the world, and our understanding of God’s will. Ready to rethink a prayer you’ve said a thousand times?
As we finish out 2024, we gather to acknowledge the weight of the past year—the grief, struggles, and uncertainties that may have shaped us. At the same time, we embrace the wonder—the hope, joy, and possibilities that await us in the year ahead. With intention and care, we release what no longer serves us and choose what we will carry forward, walking into the new year with open hearts and hands, and our eyes fixed on Jesus.
Life with Jesus is not about avoiding difficulty but about finding God in the midst of it. This Christmas (and always), we are called to embrace the mess, trusting that God's presence is found in it, and that His blessings — the real ones — are often hidden in the places we least expect.
Mercy is not merely an action, but a lens through which we are called to see others, especially the undeserving. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott explores Jesus’ teachings in the Beatitudes and his interactions with outcasts like tax collectors and sinners that reveal mercy as a transformative power, rooted in compassion and love for the broken. By shifting our perspective—embracing our own belovedness and extending it to others—we reflect God’s heart of mercy, which transcends retribution and offers restoration.
In this message from Mike Carmody, we explore the Beatitude, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” The concept of purity often seems unattainable, tied to perfection. However, upon deeper reflection, we find that "purity" (Greek katharoi) means sincerity, being unsoiled, and free from guilt—not perfection. Through Jesus, we can experience God’s presence and love, regardless of our personal struggles or imperfections.
CONTENT WARNING: This message includes sensitive themes related to sex trafficking. This Christmas season, Lakeside is launching a special giving campaign that runs from Advent to Lent, focused on bringing hope and healing to those affected by human trafficking. With two key initiatives – one local (SEEDS) and one global (IJM Canada)– we aim to make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.Learn more at https://www.lakesidechurch.ca/compassion-in-action/
As followers of Jesus, we are called to walk alongside those who mourn, sharing in their grief and offering the hope of God's presence, even when we don’t always recognize Him. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott explores how God’s blessing often meets us in the midst of pain, grief, and brokenness. Drawing from the Beatitudes, we’ll see how grief is not something to avoid, but a doorway to comfort, healing, and restoration.
Peacemaking, as taught by Jesus in the Beatitudes, is a costly and transformative endeavour. True peace—shalom—goes beyond mere absence of conflict; it is about wholeness, justice, and healing, particularly in contexts of oppression and marginalization. In this message, Joash Thomas calls Jesus followers to actively seek the welfare (shalom) of their communities, even if it means sacrificing privileges or facing resistance.
Are the Beatitudes a list of things to do to earn God’s favour or something else entirely? In this first Beatitude, “Blessed are the poor in spirit,” Pastor Robyn Elliott suggests that the blessing is found not in poverty itself but in the perspective it offers. With the story of the Good Samaritan playing in the background we see that circumstances are not the condition for blessing, rather circumstances condition us for blessing.
We often associate the good life with comfort, wealth, and power. However, according to Jesus, true fulfillment is found in the face of persecution and hardship, where genuine faith is demonstrated through action and justice. In this message based on Matthew 5:10-12, Pastor Robyn Elliott challenges us to confront our comfort and examine what it means to live for and like Jesus.
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Contrary to cultural perceptions that equate meekness with weakness, we uncover the true essence of meekness as a form of strength under control. By embracing our vulnerabilities and recognizing our need for help, we open ourselves to God’s grace and the hope of restoration. In this message, we will reflect on how lowering ourselves in humility can lead to a deeper understanding of our identity as beloved children of God, ultimately guiding us in how we respond to life’s challenges.
In this introductory message to our Blessed in the Mess series, we uncover the revolutionary nature of Jesus’ message in Matthew 5—a manifesto for a new kingdom that upends worldly values and speaks directly to the marginalized. Throughout this series, we’ll challenge ourselves to reexamine these powerful blessings, not as mere platitudes but as life-changing proclamations meant to transform society. Together, let’s consider whether our faith communities reflect this new way of being or simply perpetuate the status quo. Join us as we dive deeper into what it means to embody the Beatitudes in our lives and in the world around us.
We only love God as much as we love what God loves. What does that mean in how we care for God’s precious and fragile creation? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott explores the moral responsibility that comes with this duty and highlights God's intention for creation to flourish, encouraging us to consider our impact on the environment in our daily choices and vocations.
In this message from Jonathan Puddle, we explore our relationship with our bodies. By understanding our bodies as integral to our spiritual journey, we can reclaim our stories and experience healing.
Fill out our story survey in the link below:https://forms.gle/uHrgUBcy1c8VVXUx5Have you lived under the weight of Proverbs 31 — “the godly wife/woman?” Have you been held back from your aspirations and gifts (or made to feel guilty about them) because you were taught that a godly woman is first and foremost a wife and mother? What if we told you that Proverbs 31 was written to MEN not women? Would that change how you look at the text? Join Pastor Robyn as we revisit this text and see how it’s actually blowing apart gender norms rather than reinforcing them.
ResourcesSermons on Hell: https://lakesidechurch.ca/sermons/?s=hellBook: 4 Views on Hell | https://shorturl.at/bjxQT
Adam & Eve … who hasn’t heard of them? Every Sunday School teaches it (with the fig leaves covering all the right parts). It’s quite a story of two people (one who’s apparently short a rib) and two trees. This ancient story has caused no shortage of disputes and been wielded to cause immense harm. In this message Pastor Robyn Elliott will take us on a journey of rediscovering this story and catching the beauty and power of its timeless message. And hopefully we’ll undo some of the damage along the way.
The Advent story from start to finish is a story of resistance and reversal. It sets the whole trajectory of Jesus’ life and ministry. When we dare to peek behind the layers of this all-too-familiar story what we see is not a cute and cozy account but a highly charged, politically dangerous story. Join Pastor Robyn as we begin our journey (early) into the darkness and pain of the Advent season orienting ourselves towards the hope of Christ. Straining and training our eyes to see a glimmer of light in the darkness.
Hearing God's voice in community: Wouldn't the church just be neater if there were no people in it? People are the reason things keep going sideways! People are the reason so many people have religious trauma. But what if people are also the way God heals us? In this message, we unpack some of the ways we meet and hear God in community... and how to avoid some of the pains of the past.
Are you a dreamer? Like do you have dreams? Real dreams, not the goofy nonsensical kind that we all have. Have you ever wondered if God might be trying to speak to you through your dreams? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott will walk us through this fascinating way that God communicates and how we might begin to discern real from ridiculous.
How do you make decisions? Do you flip a coin? Throw dice? Create pro/con spreadsheets? Pray for God to reveal “his will?” Depending on the decision it can be a daunting and anxiety-inducing process! We all face big decisions and moral questions with lasting consequences so we want to do it RIGHT. Choose the ‘right’ university/college; the ‘right’ vocation; the ‘right’ partner; the ‘right’ house or neighbourhood; the ‘right’ investments, right parenting method … BUT what if we get it wrong?! What if we miss “God’s will?” Join us as we explore how to discern right decisions and what makes a decision “right.”
What if your whole world were about to come apart? Would you want to know? Jesus has just predicted the end of the world as they knew it for his followers and they want to know when it will happen. Since that time Christians have read Jesus’ words as being about events yet to happen. In this message Pastor Robyn unpacks Luke 21:5-24 and invites us to dive headlong into Jesus’ “apocalyptic” message.
Often a bible story evokes a certain emotion, or lesson. Often it is one we were taught years ago, and whenever the story comes up, we simply place it in 'that category'. But what if scripture has the ability to speak to us in many different ways through the same text? Today, we explore the ancient idea of the text being like a gem that we can turn, and see, experience God in even more ways, through scripture. We may be encouraged, challenged, or left wrestling... all of which can be encounters with the living God.
Today we cover a famous story: Palm Sunday. Often portrayed as simply a happy occasion, it also was mixed with an uncomfortable power move from the religious elite, and a tear filled warning from Jesus. Often the story gets shortened, or separated… but taking it all together helps us see how much Jesus cares about the very details of our lives, and it also destroys a toxic view many people have about God.
Who do you side with in today’s story? That’s the challenge as Pastor Robyn guides us through the story of Zacchaeus. Is he a villain or a victim? Or both? And what is Jesus’s response? Would we want him at our table, BEFORE his transformation? Join us as we place ourselves in the story – to identify with the characters, to feel the scorn and the pain. To experience the unconditional love of God. A Tip Sheet for how to read the bible and hear from God plus some possible passages to get you started can be found at this link.
Do you ever feel like you fall short? Like your best isn’t good enough? Like all around you, it seems there are constant reminders of how much more, or how much better you could be doing? Maybe you feel like church is just one more place where you feel you aren’t meeting the standard. Jesus acknowledges that feeling, and in an unexpected twist, gives us some encouragement and direction for those times.
Sometimes we think that we just have to be better than the people around us to be truly considered good. In Luke 18 Jesus tells a story about two me, two prayers and two declarations that reminds us that comparison is a trap we need to avoid.
Many people come to a point in their life where they hit the 'unfollow' button with faith. They give up. They throw in the towel. They stop believing in God. In Luke 18, Jesus tells a story to remind his disciples why they need not give up, and it applies directly to the challenges we face every day. Whether you’re deconstructing, wrestling, or disillusioned (or you know someone who is), this message is for you.
Barabbas or Jesus? That was the question the Roman Governor asked of the crowd when Jesus was facing the death penalty. We know which one we would have chosen, don’t we? Are we sure? We are faced with that question every day. It’s a question that echoes hauntingly through the centuries. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as we delve into Luke 22:13-25 and come face to face with our own seduction to power.
Power is slippery. It’s seductive. Who can be trusted with it? Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as we continue to trace the steps of Jesus’ final days, breathing his final breaths. This story is a mirror in which we can, if we are truth-seekers, see ourselves in the people and players involved in his condemnation and crucifixion. These events have so much application for us today if we dare to see.
So often, we do things just because we’ve always done them, but sometimes we need to evaluate those things and ask ourselves if they are creating the results we are looking for. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon explores one of the oldest rituals of the church, going back 1700 years, and asks: How can it help us flourish in a time of chaos?
Our world has not handled the #metoo movement well. Excusing or belittling the aggressors, while often blaming the victims are just a few of the ways we have missed opportunities to do better. Unfortunately, churches not only haven’t been much better, but at times, we fall into the trap of another pitfall: “over spiritualizing." It’s not a phrase Jesus ever used, but it definitely explains what Jesus goes after today, and he clearly has zero tolerance for it! Imagine how the church (and the world) could be different if we had and would listen to His message to his disciples.
Have you ever wanted to take matters into your own hands? Have you ever seen the incredible pain people have caused (even church people) and think “someone needs to do something” or “someone needs to say something?” Well, today… Jesus doesn’t mince words (Luke 17:1-4). Talking to future church leaders, He gives the clearest warning of the harm we have the potential to inflict.
If you’ve ever thought of Jesus as gentle, meek, and mild, you may be shocked at how he throws it down with a bunch of religious people and exposes their true values. In today’s teaching, Jesus challenges what these religious elites claim they value and calls out how their meticulous rule-following is a cover-up for their moral bankruptcy. If you thought following Jesus is mostly about following rules, colouring inside the lines, and obedience, stay tuned as Pastor Robyn Elliott teaches on a text that actually says, following the rules is too easy and misses the point.Resources: The Call to Conversion, Jim Wallis; God and Money: The Moral Challenges of Capitalism, Charles McDaniel; Christianity Incorporated, Michael Budde and Robert Brimlow, The Consuming Passion: Christianity and the Consuming Culture, Rodney Clapp, Ed.
Have you ever wondered what the point of life is? Maybe you've explored religion and felt like a life of "dos and don'ts" wasn't captivating enough, but what if you were created to use every ounce of talent you have to be part of something bigger than yourself? In this message, we eavesdrop on a conversation Jesus is having with his young interns (disciples), and the vision He paints for life is worth getting excited about!
Fear is a very human condition. In fact, healthy fear is necessary for our survival. But we are all haunted by fears of what could happen if … and the Bible speaks about not being afraid. So what’s up with that?! How can we not fear? And what do we do when we’re in a situation that paralyzes us with fear? Join us for this message as Pastor Robyn Elliott tackles this monster of fear, not with pithy platitudes and tidy methods, but with a rally cry — a prayer of desperation — an encounter with God.
Jesus gets in trouble for eating with the “wrong people,” and instead of apologizing or making excuses, he tells a few stories to flip the script and challenge the religious leaders’ system for wecloming people into community. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon shows that that while 2,000 years old, this parable serves to shows us that everyone is welcome at Jesus’ table, and that it’s about direction, not perfection.
If you've been around church for any length of time, you might know a story from Luke 14 that Jesus tells, but doesn't really apply at face value. There is so much going on in this passage where Jesus reacts strongly to a system and structure built on keeping wealth and privilege fenced off, and invites us to rethink and rebuild our way of connecting with others.SERMON QUESTIONS: https://lakesidechurch.ca/category/sermon-questions/
Have you ever worked really hard to get somewhere, only to realize, you were going the wrong way? And every bit of effort in the wrong direction took you further from where you wanted to go. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon walks us through a warning that Jesus gives to the religious leaders, that applies just as much to us today as it did back then, and if we miss it, there is a good chance we'll end up somewhere we never intended to be.
What’s with the “dead guy bread?” That was a question posed from someone wondering about communion. Fair enough. It’s a GREAT question. One we probably haven’t really considered. We just do it because Jesus asked us to. But what’s at the heart of it? What does it mean and why do we do it? Hint: it has to do with why Jesus died and it may not be what you think. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott connects the dots between the old, obsolete covenant, Jesus’ new covenant, and our practice of communion.
If you grew up asking "Is ____ a sin?" there is a good chance you inherited a version of the Christian faith that was a product of doing exactly the opposite of what the earliest Jesus followers believed you should do. What if there was a better way, a simpler way, and more life-changing way? A way that feels more in line with the way we were created, which is not to live in response to rules, but to love!
Can we love others with whom we don't share opinions or views? Can we share spaces with those we disagree with? Pastor Marc walks us through the first part of final section of our "What Difference Does It Make?" series encouraging us to have deep faith and a wide embrace.
When you say the word “church” there’s any number of impressions that people have from the sexual scandals on our news feeds, global colonization, abuse of power experienced by First Nations families, and warm memories of embrace and where they first met Jesus. For so many, church is an antiquated institution that has no place in today’s culture. We beg to differ! Join Pastor Robyn as we explore Jesus’ beautiful vision for the church and his will for our lives.
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Does the church make any difference … really? It’s a question worth asking, particularly in our polarized society. A question worth asking in the midst of church scandals and people leaving hurt. In this message, we explore the third pillar in our dream for the church: Oasis – a place of refuge and belonging. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as we go back to the beginning and see that this was God’s plan for humanity from the beginning.
Have you ever met someone who decided faith and religion had too many rules, so they just left? But what if they left unnecessarily? And what if God shares their frustration and actually has a different plan? In this message from Pastor Marc Gagnon, we dig into the theme found all throughout scripture that we were never meant to live in response to rules, but to love.
Guest speaker Steevens Audige tells the story of the prodigal son highlighting the difference between the rebellious and the religious son and the grace that God offers to each and every one of us.
There are a lot of things associated with the Christian faith that are not from Christ - and a lot of things we could probably get rid of - but there is one thing we simply can’t ignore if we want to live fully alive. It’s the most unique idea in all of human history. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon shows us how the presence, power, and love of God is available to each of us - every single one of us - in every moment of our lives, and reveals why this is the one thing we can’t live without.
A racial reckoning. Unexpected political groundswells. Hidden graves. The battle over government mandates. The #metoo movement. The #churchtoo movement. Celebrity scandals. Church and pastor scandals. The last few years have brought to the surface so many things to process, leaving more and more people asking questions and wrestling with some big issues. The church has often not been a safe place to ask or wrestle. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon unpacks the last few years, and how this might be the greatest gift for the church… helping us return to our roots as a safe place to wrestle, question and push back. Is it possible that there is hope in these ashes? Is there anything worth saving when it feels like everything is on fire?
What would you give to go on a life-changing adventure? How much time would you be willing to invest? How much money would you be willing to pay? What if we told you it would take three minutes a day and would cost you nothing? In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon introduces a plan to help us renew ourselves and rebuild our church by investing just three minutes every day focusing on two simple practices that have the potential to radically change lives. Three minutes. Two habits. Once a day. Are you ready?
We live in an increasingly polarized world. How do we respond when the world and the church wants to divide people into “Us” vs. “Them”? In this message, Pastor Mike Tabet teaches us about the Enemy-Making Machine and how Jesus responded to a very polarizing question.
What do we do with our deepest sorrows and most precious hatreds? How do we pray in the midst of deep pain and dark emotions? Can we? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott leads us into an ancient, raw, uncensored passage that may alarm and offend you. You may even be shocked that it’s in the Bible. But it’s a passage that invites us into honest prayer and gives us permission to be human.
Pastor Marc walks us through spiritual gifts and how you can use your giftings to be His hands and feet in ministry and community.
Guest speaker Jonathon Puddle explores Galatians 5 and how our walk with Jesus boils down to a single commandment.
Do you feel like you're living out of your true calling or out of other people’s expectations? Do you wonder if you're where you're meant to be? In this message, we look into the life of a man who was living under the weight of labels slapped on him by society, culture, and family, and how an encounter with Jesus CHANGED him and FREED him to live out of his true self. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as we explore what a life of calling looks like when you understand who you were created to be, in the second part of this 2-part message.
As the brilliant Inigo Montoya once said, “You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.” The word Gospel is kind of like that. A lot of people use it, but ask them for a definition … and we find that we may be talking about different things. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon unpacks what Jesus meant when he used the word Gospel, and why the definition we may be holding onto is only part of the Good News.
Guest speaker Vishay Krishnan teaches about the stifling nature of busyness and examines how Jesus' focus on personal connection over a full schedule.
The question of who will be saved has consumed many down through the ages. In typical Jesus fashion, when asked this question, he shocks his listeners, overturning popular opinion, and flipping the question from “how few and who?” to “will it be you?” In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott delves into Luke 13:22-35 and prepares us to have our assumptions challenged.
Have you ever wondered what makes some people and some places leave such a positive mark in your life? In John 13, Jesus shared a simple yet profound idea with his followers about love that can transform the way we relate to others. In this message, Pastor Daniel Bell reflects on his years at Lakeside by sharing stories of where he’s seen love in action.
Sometimes - most times - words fail us. In our passage today (Luke 13:18-21) Jesus begins to describe the Kingdom of God – life as God intends it – in a story (a parable). The words he uses are, well, unflattering. It’s shocking to his first audience and counterintuitive for us as well. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott as we delve into the nature of the Jesus Way and look into the mirror of this parable, allowing it to skin us inside out.
It is easy to look back in history and give your head a shake at the atrocious things Christians have done. “How could they be so stupid?”... “What were they thinking?”... “How did they not see their hypocrisy?” But what if the same tendencies reside in us? How do we avoid making the same mistakes today? In this message, looking at Luke 13:10-17, Pastor Marc Gagnon helps us unpack some of our blindspots when it comes to following the way of Jesus and standing in the gap for vulnerable people.
How different are we, as Jesus followers, from our culture and its ideologies? Are we emulating Jesus or are we just a reflection of the world with a quirky Sunday habit? In today’s text – the climax of his entire sermon that started with BEWARE!, Jesus pulls no punches, and challenges his audience - and us - to argue with our assumptions, and to take a long hard look in the mirror. Join Pastor Robyn Elliott for this message as we delve into Luke 13:1-9..
Do you ever find yourself reminiscing about the past, thinking how good things used to be? Or do you find yourself wishing you were a bit further ahead in life, in your ideal future? What is it about the present that makes us want to escape? In this message, Lakeside Downtown Site Pastor, Daniel Bell leads us through a section of Luke 12 as we discover that if we take the time to wrestle with the current moment we find ourselves in, we may find opportunities before us that we never would have seen otherwise.
Relationships are messy. Sometimes, relationships within the church are messy. Sometimes, relationships within our own household (even when we are all Jesus followers) are messy. (Some might say it’s because we are Jesus followers). In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon walks us through a section of Luke 12 that shows us why following Jesus often leads to division … but it’s not always a bad thing!
If your image of Jesus is Mr. Nice Guy, today’s passage could blow that up. With some graphic story-telling Jesus warned his original listeners that if they weren’t careful they’d totally miss him. And, they did. The struggle 2000 years later is still the same. Christians today are still missing Jesus in so many ways. Tune in with Pastor Robyn Elliott as we look at this funky section of Luke 12.
We all have a very simple solution to financial stress - more money. If only we had a bit more money, we wouldn’t have to worry. If only we had a bit more money we could … pay our bills, buy something new, plan for a vacation, save for retirement, school, or an emergency fund. Maybe we could even give (more) to charity or the church. The problem is, statistics tell a different story. More money doesn’t solve our money problems. So, what if there was a way to shrink our financial stress without ever adding a dollar to our income? In Luke 12, Jesus gives some encouragement and instruction to people who were stressed about money, and 2,000 years later, it is just as applicable today as it was then.
Greed. We see it in others - in celebrities, in corporations, in those we would consider wealthy, and even in people around us. Certainly our world has a problem with greed, but it’s not a problem for us, is it? The reality is, many of us suffer from it but we’ll never know. As Pastor Marc Gagnon walks us through a section of Luke 12, we might think at first glance that this story doesn’t apply to us, but Jesus taught on this topic 25% of the time… and as we will discover in this message, greed is an equal opportunity offender.
War. Riots. Inflation. Hate. Scandal. Every news cycle seems to carry another load of disappointment. No wonder phrases like “Losing hope in humanity” are more and more common. This Easter, we go back to the first one and enter into that all too familiar feeling: Hopelessness. The first Easter, there were no Christians. Just a bunch of distraught, disappointed, disillusioned disciples. The story has a happy ending… but that ending is not found in a sacred text, religious leader, or spiritual process. It’s found in a person… and that person changes everything.
Have you ever asked the question, “If I died tomorrow where would I go?” Do you wrestle with the concept of hell? Have you wondered how a loving God could sentence people to an eternity of suffering? You aren’t alone. The topic of hell is widely debated, and theologians can’t even agree, but in Part 2 of this two-part message (Part 1 can be found here: https://youtu.be/BhBRVjv_OBk), we continue our journey into the many questions surrounding this topic. On the way, we discover the idea of hell was a breath of fresh air to the first century people on the margins. We also explore what our views of hell reveal about what God is like, and in the end, we realize clarity may not be the goal… but invitation is.
Have you ever asked the question, “If I died tomorrow where would I go?” Do you wrestle with the concept of hell? Have you wondered how a loving God could sentence people to an eternity of suffering? You aren’t alone. The topic of hell is widely debated and theologians can’t even agree, but throughout history, the idea of hell has been used to scare people into submission, to motivate them to turn to Jesus. But in Part 1 of this two-part message from Pastor Marc Gagnon we’ll see how Jesus never used threats of hell to lead people to a relationship with Himself as we explore who God is and what scripture has to say about this topic.
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That’s not fair! How many times have you heard it, thought it, or said it? We seem to be wired to desire, even to demand, fairness. But what if “fair” isn’t the goal? What if “fair” isn’t even part of the Jesus way? What if Jesus is calling us to something higher, harder, and far more audacious and challenging? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott walks us through a Jesus story that may infuriate us and confront our sense of fairness.
It seems like religious scandals fill our news feeds regularly. It can feel hopeless. Who can you trust? What can you do? In today’s message, we see Jesus stand up to corrupt power … and He doesn’t hold back! As Pastor Marc Gagnon shows us, Jesus’ warnings aren’t just for the religious elite. He starts in an uncomfortable place … a place deeply familiar to us all … our hearts. If you want a feel good message, skip this one. If you want finger pointing, skip it. If you want to be part of the solution to this, and you’re ready to do some of the hard work, let’s journey together.
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The way we view our identity greatly shapes the way we live our lives. But are there parts of your identity that need to change? Do you need to let go of things that are weighing you down? In this message, Pastor Daniel Bell guides us through a section of Luke 11 in which Jesus has some intense words for a group of people, but we discover that they aren’t words meant to define them; they are an invitation to a changed identity.
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Summary: Dirt and water, mystery and reality – what do they have in common? In this message, we’ll witness and experience some ancient Christian practices that are pregnant with symbolism and mystery as Pastor Robyn Elliott walks us through baptism and the marking of ashes for Lent – both of which embody a deep and profound reality. We’ll also hear the brief stories of four people as they journeyed ‘from death to life.’
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Some things are outside of our knowledge… and that is perfectly fine. We may not know how to perform open heart surgery… but as long as somebody does… we aren’t really interested in the details. Today Jesus encounters, deals with, and teaches on something most of us don’t think about often… but it is real, and alive in the background. And ignoring it… is a dangerous decision.
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Have you ever prayed for something you didn’t get? Have you found the courage to ask for something because you felt the bible said it would be given to you, only to be disappointed? In this message, Marc walks us through one of the most quoted passages on prayer in Luke 5 as we discover a new way to pray and a God who wants to be with us more than anything.
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Some things become so common, they lose all power and significance, and we stop paying attention. But Jesus gave us a prayer, one we may have memories of reciting in school or church, or hearing others repeat the words. It often sounds rote, monotone, and mundane, but hiding in those words are political and revolutionary undertones. It’s a victory cry from the marginalized, a challenge to the privileged, an ultimatum to the halls of power, a refusal to dabble in life change, and an invitation to be all in. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott walks us through the second half of the most famous prayer in the Bible, a prayer that, if we can bring ourselves to pray it, may disturb our apathy and shake us to the core.
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Some things become so common, they lose all power and significance, and we stop paying attention. But Jesus gave us a prayer, one we may have memories of reciting in school or church, or hearing others repeat the words. It often sounds rote, monotone, and mundane, but hiding in those words are political and revolutionary undertones. It’s a victory cry from the marginalized, a challenge to the privileged, an ultimatum to the halls of power, a refusal to dabble in life change, and an invitation to be all in. In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon walks us through a few short verses in Luke 11 that can change the trajectory of our faith and may ultimately reveal what we believe about God.
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Ever feel stuck? There are so many options … so many good options …. which do you choose? How do you decide what to do when there is so much need, so few hours, and not enough money? If you ever feel paralyzed in decision-making as a Jesus follower, this story will give you a glimpse into Jesus’ heart towards people who are struggling under the demands of life (and on the way, we’ll bump into a radical challenge to the existing social structures that most people read right past … but the original audience never would have)
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What do snowblowers have to teach us about following Jesus? In this message from Lead Pastor, Marc Gagnon, one of the most famous stories of Jesus’ life shows us a temptation that still plagues humans today - the desire to draw lines around who we should extend love to. In a tense conversation, Jesus pushes back on the religious elite to challenge the way they have used the bible to limit who they should love, care for and show compassion to.
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What could the vision of an ancient rabbi have to do with us? What if I told you: EVERYTHING?! In this message from Pastor Robyn Elliott, we discover in Luke 10:1-20 a powerful and slightly weird (by contemporary standards) vision that Jesus had that is actually our calling - our destiny - and invites us into a radical way of seeing the world.
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When you think of following Jesus, what do you picture? Reading the bible? Theology classes? Falling asleep during the preacher’s sermon? For Jesus’ disciples, it was hands-on, on-the-road training, and Luke records every juicy detail (not just the highlight reel … but the screw-ups too)! In this message, from Lead Pastor Marc Gagnon, we discover some baggage the disciples brought with them, and invite Jesus to challenge our own … leaving us more like Jesus.
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Join Pastors Robyn and Marc as they lead us through a time of reflection on the past year, on what God is doing inside you, and on the year ahead.
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To do what Jesus did, we have to live like Jesus lived. That’s tough for us in 21st century North America where we idolize power, sensationalism, and greatness. Be honest, given the chance, we’d all like to be great. Today in our passage, Jesus exposes what was at the heart of the disciples’ powerlessness in mission and the unexpected anecdote (it might surprise you). Join us as Pastor Robyn Elliott unpacks Luke 9:37-50.
Since we covered the demonic realm in the messages below, it is not a focus in this message but you may be interested in learning more. https://lakesidechurch.ca/sermons/the-field-trip-you-dont-tell-your-parents-about/ https://lakesidechurch.ca/sermons/whats-up-with-jesus-and-demons/
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Have you ever had an awkward conversation with someone who used a verse from the Bible out of context? Throughout history people have used scripture to rebuke, manipulate, scold, judge, and defend their position, thoughts, and behaviour, but is that really what God intended? In today’s message from Pastor Marc Gagnon, we learn the difference between something that’s descriptive and something that’s prescriptive as he walks us through a section of Luke 9 to discover that God shows us where to look for our clarity in the midst of confusion. Today’s passage is one that invites a small word change with a big difference.
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Are you looking to bring more spiritual life, strength, and energy into your home? In today's Bonus Content, Lead Pastor Marc Gagnon sits down with Lakeside's Youth Pastor, Mike Tabet to discuss habits that help families pass on faith to the next generation (habits that help anyone ... even if you don't have kids), from a little book by Don Everts called The Spiritually Vibrant Home: The Power of Messy Prayers, Loud Tables, and Open Doors. Book Recommendations: The Spiritually Vibrant Home: https://amzn.to/31ElLyW Liturgy of the Ordinary: https://amzn.to/3pEzePB Take Back Your Family: https://amzn.to/31LgKED Habits of the Household: https://amzn.to/31LgZzx
As a culture, we talk a lot about love. Even as Christians, we talk about God being love, and that the greatest command is to love. We seem to be able to agree what is most important … and yet, in this message from Pastor Marc Gagnon, we discover that we may need to lay down our preconceived ideas of what love looks like.
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Sometimes it feels like more is the answer. More things to do, more things to learn, more things to accomplish .. and yet, in Luke 9:18-22 we see that that getting away from the hustle proves to be key to getting the clarity the disciples need to move forward. Two thousand years later, we need this more than ever. Join Pastor Marc Gagnon for this message as we learn an ancient practice to help in these chaotic times.
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In today’s message from Pastor Robyn Elliott (Luke 9:10-17) we witness a miracle — the only miracle besides the resurrection — that’s recorded in all four gospels! That’s HUGE! And the miracle? Food. Feeding hungry people. Jesus not only dignifies the most basic, universal need of humanity but invites us to bring our not enough and watch as he makes it enough, and more than enough. It’s pretty awesome that God chose something as simple and basic as food — the bottom of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs — to represent God’s self. Jesus demonstrates that when we’re feeling empty and depleted He longs to feed and to fill us.
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Jesus was a surprise. You could even say he was a walking, talking perplexity. There’s no arguing that. Everyone wanted to know, Who is this man? And some had some pretty crazy suggestions! We’re still asking that question and the answer, changes everything. In this message, Pastor Robyn walks us through the answer to that question and the shocking implications for us as followers of Jesus.
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Have you ever been so desperate for help that you were willing to bend the rules? Has there ever been a time in your life that you stepped out in faith knowing it might cost you greatly? In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon walks us through a section of Luke 8 in which Jesus performs miracles for two people who risked everything for his help, and shows us that Jesus doesn’t just heal people, he restores them to life and to community.
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Jesus takes his disciples on a little field trip... one they probably won't want to tell their parents about. There they are confronted by everything they fear, and Jesus responds with power, and love. We see the way a man who has experienced a lifetime of Trauma finds comfort with Jesus, and that often... the cost of life change is not worth it for some people.
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Every family has a family name which does two things: 1. it identifies us from other families, and 2. it identifies us as one family — who’s part of our family and who isn’t. In today’s passage (Luke 8:19-21) Jesus pushes against traditional family ties, not to disparage the family, but to enlarge it to include those who we wouldn’t normally consider family. Our collective family name is JESUS! In these few verses we unpack the earth-shattering, unfathomable, ground-breaking challenge of Jesus to expand our concept of family to include any and all who “hear the message and do it” (Luke 8:15).
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Have you ever found yourself in prayer but by the end you don’t remember what God was saying to you? Have you ever found yourself reading something in the Bible but forgetting what you read a short time later? Or have you wondered why following Jesus hasn’t really changed your life? In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon takes us through a parable in Luke 8 to unpack the meaning behind Jesus’ words, reminding us that if we’re committed to following Jesus, we have to be here for more than just the miracles.
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Have you ever asked the question, “Who am I?” Have you ever felt like the words someone spoke about you, even years ago, carry more weight than they should? Do you ever feel judged? In this message, Pastor Daniel Bell walks us through a section of Luke 7 and an unexpected encounter Jesus has with two people - a religious person and a sinful woman. He’ll show us how - and why - Jesus removes the labels to go after the heart.
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Ever felt like you had questions about faith, morality, or religious practice? Ever felt like you were the odd one out for questioning the way everyone else did it? Ever felt like there was an obvious gap that everyone seemed to be missing, and you feared mentioning it? In this section of Luke 7, Pastor Marc Gagnon shows us how Jesus goes up against the religious tradition of the day, and gives a new grid for testing its validity: Not what you do, but the fruit it produces.
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Have you ever felt like God is unresponsive or not listening to your cries for help? In this section of Luke 7, Pastor Marc Gagnon takes us through Jesus’ unexpected response toward his cousin, and shows us that even when God doesn’t do what we want, we can still trust that he’s working.
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What was the purpose of Jesus’ miracles? Everywhere he went he was displaying his power over disease, nature, and even death. But at the heart of these displays of power we see the heart of Jesus for people, particularly the vulnerable. In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott takes us through a section of Luke 7 and shows us how Jesus again blows us away with his call to justice — social justice. How do we join him? Let’s grab a bier with Jesus!
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Our world has always been polarized… social media has just made us far more aware of it. Things were even polarized in Jesus day. And Jesus has a unique way, not of yelling, name calling or throwing stuff… but of reaching across the divide with life. Join us today as we see an unexpected way forward in the midst of polarized times.
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This week, we bless Jeff as he transitions from his role as Executive Pastor. Marc and Robyn also have a Q & A with questions inspired by our journey through the book of Luke.
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When you live “the Jesus way” it’s about a life where the inside matches the outside. It’s about a life where Jesus transforms you from the inside out. You don’t just “put on a bold face” to make the outside seem like all is well, when inside things are falling apart. Jesus uses four illustrations in Luke 6 to make his point.
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What do we do when we bump into a part of the bible that seems to disagree with another part or when Jesus says something contradictory? Should we ignore it? Do some theological gymnastics to make it make sense? Pick the version we prefer and go with it?
The answer isn’t what you think.
In this message, our Teaching Pastor, Marc Gagnon walks us through a section of Luke 6 that was meant to liberate, but instead has been used time and time again to hurt people.
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Have you ever had something stolen from you, like maybe a backpack, or a wallet? Did you try to find them so you could give them more than they took? Of course not! But how then are we supposed to respond to scripture passages like Luke 6:29 that seem to instruct us to do so? In today’s message, pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through this section of scripture as we explore what Jesus meant when he called for “turning the other cheek”, and the unexpected way we are called to treat those around us.
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What does it mean to be blessed? In a society built upon power and wealth, we usually picture blessing in terms of material things, in being rich and powerful. But does this align with what we read in the bible? Are those people considered blessed by Jesus? Join us today as Pastor Robyn Elliott leads us through a section of Luke 6 and we explore what the bible says about Jesus’ view towards the weak, the marginalized, the poor. We will dive into the unexpected vision Jesus casts, and explore what it would mean if we cared for the poor and outcast as he did.
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What sort of descriptions do you think of when you think of love? Perhaps words like happy, caring, or unconditional. But what about polarizing? How could something good like love be such a thing? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott leads us through a section of Luke 6 as we see Jesus’ love for people become just that! We’ll watch as Jesus’ unconditional love and desire to help and to heal becomes a polarizing issue for the religious leaders of his day, and we’ll explore what it can mean for us today.
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Why do we fast? Why do we pray? Why do we do any of the things we do when it comes to following Jesus? Are we following Him blindly, just going through the motions of religious tradition because someone - a pastor, a parent, someone in the church - told us that’s how it’s done? In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through a section of Luke 5 as Jesus calls out the religious people of the day for following rules and traditions without thoughtful reflection. This unexpected response takes us deeper into scripture as we examine what it means for us as we follow Jesus today!
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Think of a time you had a disagreement with someone. This person may have treated you poorly, said something offensive, or made it clear that they don’t believe in the same things you do. How did you react? Today, Pastor Marc is going to lead us through another section of Luke as we watch Jesus’ encounter with one of the most hated groups of people of his time, his unexpected decision to join them for dinner, and what we can learn from how he treated those outcasts and criminals.
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Have you ever tried to meet a celebrity? Maybe you heard they were coming to town for a show, book signing, or to give a lecture. Maybe the crowds were too big, and you couldn’t even catch a glimpse of them. Today, Pastor Jeff Groenewald leads us through another passage in Luke, where Jesus is surrounded by so many people. We’ll see how some of these people were there for unexpected reasons, how some people kept others from encountering Jesus, and how some men did something totally unexpected to get their friend an encounter with Jesus.
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How often do you find yourself in a place of silence and solitude? Our souls long for this - we were designed for it - but we're busy. We're addicted to our phones. We replace moments of boredom (standing in line, driving, walking to the mailbox, or eating breakfast) with a constant and continual scroll. What is it about silence that we find so difficult? In this message, Pastor Daniel Bell leads us through a section of Luke 5 as we look at how Jesus' ministry was effective because he knew the value of time alone with God and how we can have a greater impact on others when we recognize the unexpected value of spending time alone in the wilderness.
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Make a donation. Sponsor this cause. Get involved. There are so many stories out there of injustice and suffering that trying to help seems like a daunting task. How do you choose which issues to tackle, what causes to support, or where to give your time? In today's message, Pastor Marc Gagnon walks us through a section of Luke 5 as we see how Jesus reacts when faced with people who demand his help and attention, and how his unexpected response can shape the way we approach those in need.
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Have you ever felt too lost, too dirty or too damaged for God? Maybe you grew up around people who told you that you were only worth something if you were good, clean, and perfect. Do you think God views you that way? Today, Pastor Robyn Elliott takes us through a section of Luke and we see Jesus deal with the unclean, outcast, and imprisoned in a way that might be unexpected.
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We all have expectations of Jesus. Maybe you expect him to show up in a situation at work, stopping your arrogant co-worker from getting that promotion. Perhaps you have a friend who doesn’t believe and you wish Jesus would do some big unexpected miracle in their life to bring them to know him. As Pastor Marc starts our new series Unexpected Jesus, and we continue through the book of Luke, we will see the people in Jesus’s time also had expectations of him, and we will see how not to react when Jesus doesn’t live up to our expectations.
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What comes to mind when you think of being tempted by the devil? Usually the more obvious things come to mind like cheating, substance abuse, lying, and pornography. But often the Devil is far more insidious, using perfectly fine or benign actions to slowly drive a wedge between you and God. Today as Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through Luke 4, we look at the Devil tempting Jesus, and how we can react to fight temptation in our own lives.
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What comes to mind when you think about God's character? Is He loving and invested? Angry and vengeful? Only happy with you if you follow the “rules”? In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through a section of Luke 3 that reveals God's heart and leaves us with the question, "What does this teach me about who God is?"
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Baptism is an important piece of a Jesus follower's journey, but what does it do? Is it just a public display of faith? Is it your “ticket to heaven?” Or is it intended to symbolize something more? Today, Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through a section of Luke 3 as we explore what the bible says about life change and expressing that through baptism.
Have you ever met someone who blew your mind? There’s just something about people who can draw us in. But how do we distinguish between what captivates our attention and what captivates our heart? It takes wisdom, and Jesus has a lot to teach us on the subject. In this message, Pastor Daniel Bell leads us through a section of Luke 2 as we explore this topic and learn from some of Jesus’ first recorded words.
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The bible is full of stories of God showing up in ways that challenge expectations. Stories where the poor, the disadvantaged, and the social outcasts are the people who are chosen to carry his message, challenging the social norms. In today’s message, Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through Luke 2:1-20 and we see the good news of Jesus’ birth brought first to some of the lowest people in society.
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The human soul cries out for justice. It seems built into the fibre of our being. Stories of injustice around the world grip us and we cry out for justice to be served. But our concept of justice is often reduced to mere punishment and retribution, falling short of God’s righteous ideal. As we dive into Luke 1:41-55 with Pastor Robyn Elliott, we’ll glimpse God’s grander vision for humanity and the invitation to be part of it today.
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Do you have a plan for your life? For your business? Your career? A relationship? But what happens if life doesn’t turn out the way you think that it should? How will you respond when your plans get turned upside down? In this message, Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through a passage in Luke as we look at the way Mary handled the news that her life was going to change forever. What can we learn from this story and what question do we need to ask ourselves every time life throws us a curveball?
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Have you given up on God moving in an area of your life? Perhaps you’ve prayed for years for friendship to be restored. Maybe it’s a dream business you’ve been struggling to get started. Is there a family member you have prayed would be healed of an illness, but the years keep passing with no improvement and you’ve started to wonder if God even cares. Maybe you’ve stopped praying for it all together. This week, Pastor Marc Gagnon will lead us through the next section of the book of Luke as we take a look at Zechariah and Elizabeth and the supernatural intervention God made in their life after all hope seemed lost.
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How do you learn more about someone? Usually, the best way to do that is to spend time with them. As Christians, we believe that not only can we spend time listening to Jesus now, we can also learn about Him by spending time in the account of His life on Earth. As Pastor Marc Gagnon introduces our new series looking at the book of Luke, we will be spending time in the story of Jesus; through the words of Luke. In this message, we will look at who Luke was, who he was writing to, and how God can use even an introduction to speak directly to us today.
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He is risen! Today, Easter Sunday, Jesus followers celebrate the miracle of Jesus’ resurrection. But that first Easter Sunday was not a celebration, it was a funeral. At least it was, until it wasn’t! Today Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through the greatest plot twist in history, and life, hope and freedom that comes with it.
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Today is Good Friday. As Jesus followers, it is a day of remembrance; remembering the cost of our sin. We remember the sacrifice and suffering Jesus endured to pay that price. But it is also more than that. Join us as Pastor Marc Gagnon leads us through the crucifixion story and we sit in both the truth of our sin, and the grace of a God who stands in solidarity with anyone who has been betrayed, let down, traumatized, mocked, assaulted or marginalized.
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What do you think of when you think of worship? You might think of singing, or nature, or coming together as a community, but what does worship actually mean and why does it matter who or what we worship? In this message, Pastor Daniel Bell leads us through scripture as we take a look at worship as an indicator of love, how it shapes who we are, and why we need to be careful of what (or who) we put at the centre of our hearts.
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When was the last time you confessed something to someone? Did it feel good to let go of that secret? Or does the whole idea of telling someone else about a failure in your life terrify you? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott leads us through scripture as we explore the importance of safely sharing our failings, how confessing is an integral part of our Jesus following, and how we should share in the compassion that comes from a shared experience.
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Who do you vent to? Where do you turn when you need to unload the troubles of the day? Who is your go-to source of support when life seems unbearable? Chances are it’s a person, or maybe no one at all as you try to balance the weight of difficult circumstances on your own. But what about God? What would it look like if we took the raw, uncensored emotions that are stirring in our soul and turned them over to Him? In this message, Pastor Robyn Elliott unpacks wisdom from Psalm 55 that shows us how to pray by telling the truth to ourselves and to God without guilt or shame.
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Do you struggle to read or understand the Bible? Pastors Marc and Robyn share insights and practical strategies as they respond to questions about the Bible from you. If you missed Part 1 of this message from last week, you can watch it at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwvFXGdnWys
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Scripture is one way many people create space to be with God, but there are so many books, seemingly dry lists of ancient names, and contradictions, it can be hard to know where to start or how to read it. In part one of this two-part message, Pastor Marc shares three things Jesus teaches us about reading Scripture and why they all start with Jesus.
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What goes through your head when you hear the word “fasting?" For some, images of deep reflection and prayer come to mind. For others, it sounds like an archaic discipline that only super-religious people perform. In this message, Pastor Marc introduces our new series, With, which is all about practices that can help us focus on Jesus. Marc will lead us through scripture as we explore fasting, what it means to fast (it's not just about food), and how it can help us draw closer to God.
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For many of us, it is easy to point out the flaws in others. When it comes to ourselves though, we can be blind to our own shortcomings. In this final part of our Open series, Pastor Daniel leads us through scripture as we look at our calling to sharpen, and be sharpened by, others.
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Have you ever felt like someone wasn’t listening to you? Did you feel like they cared about you at that moment? Listening intently is such a critical component to an open, friendly and safe community. In part five of our Open series Pastor Marc looks at Jesus’ emphasis on listening, how listening is so critical to community, and how we need to learn to be open to listening even to those we disagree with.
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We often turn to our friends for advice, but are they challenging us and pushing us to listen to where God is leading? Or is the advice more about self-preservation? Do we offer open and honest dialogue that encourages others to live more like Jesus and do we invite others to speak into our lives in the same way? As Pastor Marc continues in our Open series, we’ll see how Jesus responded to advice from Peter, and learn that the way of Jesus is all about moving from self-preservation to self-sacrifice.
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We all have our own idea of what community looks like. What happens when our belief of what community should be doesn’t match the view others around us have? Often this is where conflict arises and we struggle to make our version of community work. Join us as Pastor Robyn continues in our series OPEN, and teaches on how our beliefs can actually keep us from experiencing true community.
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Have you ever said to yourself, “I will never…” or “I will always…”? Consciously or not, we've all made these kinds of promises. Sometimes they come from a place of wisdom, like “I will never text when I drive," but sometimes they are formed because of painful experiences, and we promise that we will “never open up to anyone again." This week, Pastor Marc shows us how these types of promises can hold us back and prevent us from listening to the Spirit of God.
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Over the past year, loneliness and lack of community have been commonplace, as we've endured lockdowns and social distancing. Yet, loneliness has been a long-standing issue, only highlighted by COVID. In fact even from the very beginning, in Genesis 2, we see that loneliness was a problem. In this message, Pastor Marc leads us in an introduction to our new series “Open”, a series about creating community in an isolated world.
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What a year it has been! Join Robyn and Marc as they lead us through a look back on 2020, looking ahead to 2021, and the ways it parallels the Christmas story.
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When you think about the story of your life, how do you feel? Are you proud of the choices you have made, or is there a lot of shame? In this part of our Just Christmas series, Pastor Robyn takes us through the story of Rahab and how God wants to rewrite our story. His justice is about second chances.
Passage(s): Joshua 1-2
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When was the last time you gave to someone who had a need just because it was the right thing to do (and not necessarily because you would get anything out of it)? When was the last time you gave generously to an organization that helps the poor? What about helping that person who asks if you can spare any change? In the next part of our Just Christmas series, Pastor Marc shows us that not caring for those in need isn’t just unfair or stingy, it’s unrighteous.
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When you think of Christmas, what words come to mind? Words like peace, joy, hope, and love? What about justice? In this message, Pastor Marc introduces the “Just Christmas” series, and discusses how Jesus’ birth is the embodiment of justice, born into a world of injustice.
Passage(s): Job 29:11, Psalm 146:6, Deuteronomy 10:17
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
This episode features Robyn and Andrea chatting with a few Lakeside parents about raising kids in a pandemic.
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Have you ever felt stuck? Sometimes it’s mildly annoying, like being stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic in the wrong lane. However, feeling stuck in life, in a relationship, an addiction or even spiritually, can leave you feeling hopeless and condemned. In this message, Pastor Daniel explores the hope we can find in Jesus and the freedom that we can experience today.
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What do you imagine heaven will be like? And where do those images come from? For many of us, our idea about heaven has been shaped by TV shows or movies. In this thought-provoking message, Marc teaches how our view of the future shapes how we live today, explains why nobody is “going” to heaven, and explores what Scripture has to say about “the end.”
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What do you do when you encounter someone you disagree with? Whether it's a stranger on social media or someone you love sitting across from you at the dinner table, how do you get your point across while also listening to their side? In this continuation of the Look In, Love Out theme from last week, Pastor Marc Gagnon looks at biblical examples Jesus gave us for how to deal with someone we disagree with, and gives some practical steps that can help start a conversation.
Key Passages: Luke 18:35, Luke 19, John 13:34-35
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The Vaccine for Stupidity (a conversation about this polarizing moment)// Vaccine // November 8th 2020
Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
This episode features Marc, Robyn, Daniel and Jeff. They answer questions from the congregation about forgiveness.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
This episode features Marc, Robyn, Daniel and Jeff. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
This episode features Marc, Robyn, and Daniel. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, Jeff and Daniel chat about the 'Now What?' series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Daniel chats with Jaya James, Executive Director of HOPE House. They have a conversation about race, the relationships of race, and Jaya's personal experiences.
Links:
◼https://www.theblackexperienceproject.ca/ - This is a project that focuses on the Black Experience in GTA. The project was led by Marva Wisdom of Guelph and funded by TD Bank, Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Ontario Ministry of Children and Youth Services. ◼https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jb4Bg8mu2aM - Trevor Noah explaining how a number of events have connected together to result in the mass protests in the US ◼https://www.wellingtonadvertiser.com/opinion-being-black-in-wellington-county-means-regularly-confronting-racism/?fbclid=IwAR0Ui8TBkOmc3VCIUzF-4J2kLlFANC1p-u_U0u61TdBhc82AVv52imRcFOA - A local experience ◼https://thevisualcommunicationguy.com/2020/06/09/getting-to-know-your-white-privileges-a-visual-guide-toward-the-fight-against-racism/?fbclid=IwAR0f5gtTcHCe6W7Cnyn7iJ7cZwTsOgefsEauqQP1QxIzxsjMluUxvyVW6nc - One of many guides to assessing White Privilege. ◼https://www.amazon.ca/How-Be-Antiracist-Ibram-Kendi/dp/0525509283 - Ibram Kendi: how to be Anti-Racist. ◼https://www.amazon.ca/Im-Still-Here-Dignity-Whiteness/dp/1524760854/ref=pd_sbs_14_6/135-8803617-7901843?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1524760854&pd_rd_r=9fddbe3c-f315-4c26-984d-4de4e8d688e1&pd_rd_w=M2W2I&pd_rd_wg=grIkx&pf_rd_p=0ec96c83-1800-4e36-8486-44f5573a2612&pf_rd_r=ZGWQPM64S19ZNRM7QSD5&psc=1&refRID=ZGWQPM64S19ZNRM7QSD5 - Im Still Here: Austin Channing Brown
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, Jeff and Daniel chat about the 'Now What?' series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, Jeff and Daniel chat about the 'Now What?' series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, and Jeff chat about the 'Now What?' series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, and Daniel chat about the Scandalous series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, and Daniel chat about the Scandalous series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, and Daniel chat about the Scandalous series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from the latest sermon.
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Welcome to The Roundtable, a special podcast from Lakeside Church. Intended to create a place for some of our teachers to take things further than they can on Sunday mornings, The Roundtable will tackle questions we have received, whether that's questions about a current series, past series or current events.
In this episode Marc, Robyn, and Daniel chat about the Unclaimed series. They answer questions from the congregation about topics from that series like sabbath and solitude.
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Easter Sunday // Easter 2020 // April 12th 2020
The "My Problem With God: Evil and Suffering" message that Marc referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-l2lTxefks
Week Six // The Book of Mark // July 14th 2019
Other sermons referenced in this sermon: Hearing God’s Voice 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3bHE_Kgu-w
Hearing God’s Voice 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzRlnLH9VWA
Follow me to prison https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SmFj6s4JmQ
The Real Deal // Chasing After The Wind: Finding What You're Seeking After // May 7 2017
Substitutional Satisfaction // Chasing After The Wind: Finding What You're Seeking After // April 30 2017
A Meaningless Search //Chasing After The Wind: Finding What You're Seeking After // April 23 2017
A Close Encounter of a Different Kind // Christmas Beyond The Manger // December 18 2016
Developing a Rule of Life // Titanic Faith: The Iceberg That Can Shipwreck Your Life // November 22 2015
Loving Well // Titanic Faith: The Iceberg That Can Shipwreck Your Life // November 15 2015
Practicing the Presence of God // Titanic Faith: The Iceberg That Can Shipwreck Your Life // November 8 2015
Learning to Grieve Our Losses Titanic Faith: The Iceberg That Can Shipwreck Your Life November 1 2015
Breaking Through the Wall Titanic Faith: The Iceberg That Can Shipwreck Your Life October 25 2015
Free From the Power of our Past Titanic Faith: The Iceberg That Can Shipwreck Your Life October 18 2015
Getting To Know the Real You Titanic Faith: The Iceberg that can shipwreck your life October 11 2015
The Problem Lies Beneath the Surface - Titanic Faith: The Iceberg That Can Shipwreck Your Life - October 4 2015
Where In The World Is God Working Today - Melissa Maertens & Alan Garrett by Lakeside Church