First Alliance Church – Lexington, KY: Recent Episodes
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This sermon was preached by Dan McPherson, our Interim Lead Pastor, on Genesis 1-2.
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This sermon was preached by Tim Davis, our Pastor to Children & Families, on Ephesians 6:10–17.
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This sermon was preached by John Doyle, our Pastor of Intergenerational and Senior Adult Ministries, on Lamentations 3:19–24.
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This sermon was preached by Dr. Stephen Seamands, Emeritus Professor of Christian Doctrine at Asbury Theological Seminary, on Ephesians 4:22–24.
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This sermon was preached by our Interim Lead Pastor Dan McPherson on John 15:1–11 and is part of our series Come and See.
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This sermon was preached by our Pastor of Outreach and Missions Tyrone Vinegar on John 14:1–7 and is part of our series Come and See.
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This sermon was preached by our Greenhouse Residency Program.
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Join us as our Interim Lead Pastor Dan McPherson brings a message from John 11:1-44 as we continue our series Come and See.
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This sermon was preached by our Interim Lead Pastor Dan McPherson on John 10:11–21 and is part of our series Come and See.
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This sermon was preached by our Interim Lead Pastor Dan McPherson on Ephesians 4:3–4 for our Annual Business Meeting Celebration.
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This sermon was preached by our Interim Lead Pastor Dan McPherson on John 10:1–10 and is part of our series Come and See.
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This sermon was preached by Dale Robinson, our Pastor of Life Group Ministry on John 8:12–20 and is part of our series Come and See.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 5:7 and is part of our series The Beatitudes.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 5:6 and is part of our series The Beatitudes.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 5:5 and is part of our series The Beatitudes.
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This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on Matthew 5:4 and is part of our series The Beatitudes.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 5:3–12 and is part of our series The Beatitudes.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 5:3–13 and is part of our series The Beatitudes.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 4:11–13 and is part of our series It’s Your Move.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 7:24–27 and is part of our series It’s Your Move.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Peter 2:4–12 and is part of our series It’s Your Move.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Exodus 20:17 and 1 Timothy 6:7–19 and is part of our series That You May Live.
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This Global Impact Sunday we heard from a new cross-cultural partner and received a challenge from our Pastor of Outreach & Missions Tyrone Vinegar. Our livestream was only available for part of each service due to the ministry context of our guest.
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As a part of Local Impact Sunday, our Lead Pastor Paul Smith brought a message from Acts 1:1–8 and our Pastor of Outreach & Missions Tyrone Vinegar told us more about our local partners.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 6:10–18 as we conclude our series Stand Firm.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 6:10–18 and is part of our series Stand Firm.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 6:10–18 as we begin our new series Stand Firm.
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This sermon was preached by our Pastor of High School Dan McPherson on Habakkuk 1–3 and is part of our series God Is Able.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Judges 6:1-24 and is part of our series God Is Able.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 4:1–16 and is part of our series God Is Able.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Psalm 63 and is part of our series God Is Able.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 21 and is part of our series God is Able.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Exodus 3 and is part of our series God Is Able.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 3:14–21 and is part of our series God Is Able.
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This Sunday:God Is AbleJoin us as our Lead Pastor Paul Smith brings a message from Ephesians 3:14–21 as we begin our series God Is Able.
Main Services
8:15, 9:30, 11:00, and 12:30 – In-person and online
Next Gen Services
8:15am – Birth through 4th grade
9:30am – All ages
11:00am – Birth through 8th grade
12:30pm – No Next Gen services
If you or a family member are feeling unwell over the weekend, please worship with us online.
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Fall Quarter Sign-UpsActs 1:8 Teams: Help us respond more efficiently and effectively as we serve our local and cross-cultural partners. Learn more.
Life Groups: Groups meet in homes all throughout the week all over the Lexington area. Sign up now.
Women’s Ministry: Join the women of FAC for their fall Bible study, Life to Life, MomGroup, LIFT, Expectant Prayer, and more! Sign up now.
Men’s Ministry: Connect with the men of FAC for a study on Thursday mornings or monthly for breakfast and service projects. Learn more.
Adult Education: Check out our Sunday morning classes. Sign up now.
For more, check out the latest issue of Engage Magazine!
Women’s Ministry Fall Kick OffSunday, September 8, 6:30–8:00pmJoin us for coffee and a sweet treat as we open this new year of ministry in prayer and worship. We would love every woman at FAC to come, whether you are new or have been part of Women’s Ministry for years!
Come hear about some of the things God has been doing in this interim period (what is staying the same and some changes that are being made) as well as meet leaders, learn about our ministries, and see what our OUT focus will be this fall.
We hope you will be enriched by our time together!
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Connections BreakfastSunday, September 22, 11:00amIf you are newer to First Alliance, we would love to have you at our Connections Breakfast!
This event will be hosted on Sunday, September 22 in the Gym at 11:00am (during our third service). You will meet some of our pastoral staff, hear about our church, enjoy a light breakfast, and find out ways we can serve you.
Please reach out to our Guest Services Coordinator Cecily Vinegar with any questions. We can’t wait to see you there!
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This Sunday9:30amOpen WordFamily Life Center Room 203–204This long-standing class is centered around an in-depth study of a book of the Bible and taught by a team of teachers. We alternate between Old and New Testament and spend the summer months in Psalms. Learn more.
Young Marrieds and Growing FamiliesDining RoomThis class is aimed at helping those in this season of their lives with biblical teaching and community. Learn more.
11:00amDeeper WalkDining RoomPursue spiritual maturity and claim the spiritual freedom afforded you in your relationship with Christ. Learn more.
This WeekVerticalMonday, 6:45pmThis powerful gathering happens every week! Meet us in the Sanctuary for a time of corporate prayer as we intercede for our church, community, and world. Learn more.
GPOPsTuesday at 6:45pmYou are welcome at the Grandparents and Parents of Prodigals prayer group which meets in the Prayer Room to pray for our children and grandchildren to come to know and love Jesus. This month our prayer focus will be Psalm 107:14, 20.
Men’s Mid(ish) WeekThursday, 6:30amCome hear a short devotional while we eat breakfast together in the Dining Room. We’ll finish our time with prayer before we head out into the rest of the day on mission.
GriefShareThursdays, 6:30pmGriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where you’ll find relief and comfort as you learn what to expect in the days ahead and how to navigate your personal grief process. Sign up on the GriefShare website.
Young ProfessionalsThursday, 7:00pmThe Young Professionals group meets weekly on Thursdays in homegroups throughout the area to share a meal and dive deeper into what it looks like to follow Jesus. Sign up now.
We’re hiring childcare workers!As we gear up for the fall quarter, we are hiring childcare workers for various events throughout the week. See available shifts and apply here.
Questions? Contact Hannah Meredith.
Next Gen MinistriesHigh School Fall RetreatFriday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20Fall Retreat 2024 is right around the corner, and it will be an awesome weekend of worship, food, fun, and fellowship! Register now for an early bird discount.
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By the NumbersJuly 2024Attendance (weekly Sunday average)
| In person | 1,388 | 4 weeks | | Online | 397 | 4 weeks |
Giving
| Fund | Actual | | --- | --- | | General Fund | $213.4k | 102% of monthly budget | | Alliance Missions | $10.3k |
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Corinthians 2:1-5.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Acts 3:1–8.
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This sermon was preached by Ed Mangham on Romans 15:19–29. Ed and his wife Julie are international workers for the C&MA.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 2 Corinthians 8:7.
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Today’s sermon was preached on Luke 24:13–21 by Stevie B., a worker in a creative access country. To ensure their safety, the sermon was not broadcast or recorded. We also celebrated Baptism Sunday!
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Hebrews 2:11–13.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Acts 2:42–48.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Corinthians 11:23–26.
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This sermon was preached by guest preacher Brad Johnson, President of The Word Is Out, on Luke 24:13-17.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Revelation 19:11–21 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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The sermon Take a Step, Seek His Presence was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith as we conclude our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 19:11–27 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by our Executive Pastor of Ministry Development Doug Matthews on John 6:52–58 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by Dr. Kelvin Walker, District Superintendent of the C&MA’s Metro District, on Joel 2:28–29, Acts 1:6–8, and Acts 2:1–4 for Pentecost Sunday.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 13:10–21 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 6:24-34 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 5:3–12 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Genesis 1:24–28 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by Dan McPherson, our Pastor of Group Life and High School, on Matthew 13:1–23 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor, Paul Smith, on Mark 1:14-15 and is part of our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Corinthians 15:1–7 for Easter Sunday.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 21:1–11 for Palm Sunday.
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This sermon was preached by our Pastor of Outreach and Missions Tyrone Vinegar on Matthew 9:9–13 and is part of our series True Security.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Mark 8:22–38 and is part of our series True Security.
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This sermon was preached by Dan McPherson, our Pastor of Group Life and High School, on Jeremiah 29:1–14 and is part of our series True Security.
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Life group discussion questions1. What stood out to you from the message? Anything new you hadn’t thought about or something heard in a fresh way? 2. What aspect (alien, ambassador, advocate, acumen) do you identify with the most? Why does that one stick out to you? 3. What aspect (alien, ambassador, advocate, acumen) do you struggle with the most? Why? 4. Do you ever feel homesick for heaven? If so, when do you feel that most? 5. What promises in Scripture do you hold on to or go back to regularly? 6. Pray for the shalom of Lexington, the US, and the world together! 7. Is there a way you can serve together in the city to help it thrive? Talk about that as a group.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 4:1–11 and is part of our series True Security.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 3:16–17 and 4:1–11 and is part of our series True Security.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Judges 6:1–24 and is part of our series When God….
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Judges 6:1–24 and is part of our series When God….
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Isaiah 55 and is part of our series When God…
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Isaiah 55 and is part of our series When God…
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Genesis 12:1–8 and is part of our series When God…
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 27:46 and Psalm 22 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 11:18–28 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 4 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on Luke 12:49–53 and Matthew 10:32–39 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 21 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter. Sermon Links Sermon Audio
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 2:1–11 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 8:1–11 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Pastor of High School Dan McPherson on Matthew 6:25–34 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 5:1–9 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 1:35–50 and is part of our series Questions Jesus Asked and Why They Matter.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 2 Corinthians 1:21 as a part of our Annual Business Meeting Celebration.
This sermon was preached by Dr. Steve Seamands, Professor Emeritus of Christian Doctrine at Asbury Theological Seminary, on Joshua 5:13–6:2.
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This sermon was preached by our Pastor of Outreach & Missions Tyrone Vinegar on John 16:7.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Corinthians 13:1–13 and is part of our series Faith, Hope, and Love.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Colossians 1:3–4 and is part of our series Faith, Hope, and Love.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Corinthians 13:3 and is part of our new series Faith, Hope, and Love.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Romans 13:8–14 and is part of our series Romans: Gripped by the Gospel.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Romans 9-10 and is part of our series Romans: Gripped by the Gospel.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Romans 5 and 8 and is part of our series Romans: Gripped by the Gospel.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Corinthians 15:1–11 for Easter Sunday.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 12:12–29 for Palm Sunday.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Romans 3:21–26 and is part of our series Romans: Gripped by the Gospel.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Romans 1:16–17 and 3:19–26 and is part of our series Romans: Gripped by the Gospel.
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This sermon was preached by our Pastor of Outreach and Missions Tyrone Vinegar on Romans 10:1 and 10:11–15 as a part of Local Impact Weekend.
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There was no power at the church this weekend. Acoustic all-church services were held at 9:30 and 11:00am.
This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on Luke 9 and is a part of our continued response to the Asbury Outpouring.
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Life group discussion questions1. How have you been impacted by the Asbury Outpouring (either much or little)? What has God been saying to you through it? 2. Have you ever had a mountaintop experience? Share that moment/time with the group! 3. Do you resonate with the rollercoaster the disciples experience in Luke 9? 4. Are you being discipled? If yes, share what that looks like. If not, is that something you would like to pursue? Why or why not? 5. Are you discipling someone? If yes, share what that looks like. If not, is that something you would like to pursue? Why or why not? 6. How can we as a local church 11.2 miles up the road from Asbury continue God’s mission and come alongside what God is doing? 7. How are we uniquely positioned to serve the body of Christ as a church?
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Romans 11 & 12 and is part of our special series Our Response to the Asbury Outpouring.
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Members of the congregation came forward to share stories from the revival at Asbury University that started on Wednesday, February 8.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 3:14–21 and is part of our series 40 Days of Prayer.
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This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on Matthew 6:9–15 and is part of our series 40 Days of Prayer.
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Life Group Discussion Questions1. Do you have a hard time praying or find yourself struggling in your prayer life? If so, how? 2. What surprised you or breathed fresh air into the Lord’s prayer for you? 3. What is the easiest aspect of the Lord’s prayer to focus on for you? The most difficult? 4. What aspect of the Lord’s prayer do you need to focus on this week? 5. How did the message help you think about the Lord’s prayer moving forward? 6. Commit together to pray the Lord’s prayer every day this week. 7. Spend time praying it out loud together. See where the Lord encourages you to stop as a group and dwell on a specific area!
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This sermon was preached by Dr. Matthew Sleeth of Blessed Earth on Philippians 4:4–8 and is part of our series 40 Days of Prayer.
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Life group discussion questions1. The Bible offers a wide latitude about where, when, how, and for whom we pray. Share some details about your prayer life. Below are some prompts to encourage a conversation: * When do you pray? * Where do you pray? * Who do you pray with? * Who do you pray for? * What types of prayer come most easily to you—praise, confession, petitions, gratitude, adoration, etc? * Is your prayer life connected to reading the Bible? How so? 2. Do you rely on any prompts (such as the sound of a helicopter flying overhead, when you eat a meal or brush your teeth, setting a phone alarm, etc.) to remind you to pray? Explain. 3. Share a recent prayer that has been answered. What was the impact? 4. Reflect on the saying, “When you pray for a good crop, say ‘Amen’ with a hoe in your hand.” Do any examples or experiences come to mind? 5. Share a time when God did not answer a prayer for what you wanted, but instead answered with what you needed. (This can usually only be seen with the wisdom of hindsight!). 6. Is there someone (or a small group) that you transparently and regularly pray with? If yes, share how praying together has enriched your relationships with God and God’s people. 7. Have you recently asked someone you don’t know well if you can pray for them? How did they respond? If you haven’t, is there anything holding you back from praying with others? 8. Take turns reading aloud the following passages. Do any of them particularly speak to you this week? How so? * Ephesians 1:7–10 * Romans 12:9–13 and 12:21 * John 14:6 * Psalm 51:10 * Matthew 5:22 * Hebrews 12:5–11 9. Have you ever felt God nudging you back onto the right path by allowing a prayer to go unanswered, or through experiencing a difficult season of life? Explain. 10. Do you sense God prompting you to make any changes in your prayer life? Share any resolutions or hopes for 2023 related to your prayer life.
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This sermon was preached by Tommy Green, who runs The Prayer Room at the Lexington Leadership Foundation, on 2 Corinthians 4:6 and is part of our series 40 Days of Prayer.
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Life group discussion questions1. What are the primary ways in which you behold Him? 2. Describe the practical effect(s) of knowing/beholding him in your everyday life. In what ways has He found occasion to change you to become more like Him? 3. Share with one another some of the greatest miracles that you have seen wrought that you would attribute to prayer. Miracles of salvation, healing, provision, etc. 4. Who has had the greatest influence in your prayer life and/or who would you characterize as a person of deep prayer and why?
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ezekiel 37:1–14 and is part of our series 40 Days of Prayer.
Check out the Christian and Missionary Alliance’s 40 Days of Prayer resources.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith as we begin our series 40 Days of Prayer.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 2:21–35 and is part of our series Songs of Christmas.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 2:8–14 and is part of our series Songs of Christmas.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 1:68–79 and is part of our series Songs of Christmas.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 1 and is part of our series Songs of Christmas.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ruth chapters 1–4 as a part of our Here, There, and Everywhere Sunday.
This sermon was preached by Ed Mangham on Mark 8:34–38 as a part of our Global Impact Weekend. Ed and his wife Julie are the Alliance Missions Regional Leadership Couple in Europe.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith as he shared about where we are headed as a church for our Vision Sunday.
This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on James 1:2–4 and concludes our series God, You Want Me to Do What?
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on John 13:1–17 and is part of our series God, You Want Me to Do What?
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 6:1–18 and is part of our series God, You Want Me to Do What?
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Acts 9:1–31 and is part of our series God, You Want Me to Do What?
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 7:24–27 and is part of our series God, You Want Me to Do What?
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 7:24–27 and is part of our series God, You Want Me to Do What?
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 7:24–27 and is part of our series God, You Want Me to Do What?
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 19:1–10 and concludes our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 19:1–10 and concludes our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Youth Pastor Dan McPherson on Matthew 13:44-46 and is part of our series Jesus Is...
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 16:1–8 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 20:1–16 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 20:1–16 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 7:36–50 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 7:36–50 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on John 7:53–8:11 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 19:11–27 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 4:16-31 and is part of our series Jesus Is.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 3:7–12 and concludes our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 3:7–12 and concludes our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Revelation chapters 1–3 and concludes our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Revelation chapters 1–3 and concludes our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson. Hear how God answered our prayers and used LIFE Conference to further our vision of raising up the next generation.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on the book of Titus and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Colossians 1:15–20 and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Pastor of Outreach & Missions Tyrone Vinegar on Romans 1:16–17 and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on the book of Ephesians and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 2 Timothy 1:9 as a part of our Annual Business Meeting Celebration.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 4:1–6 and includes an interview with Pastor T Wright on his last Sunday serving on staff.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Acts 17:1–6 and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Acts 16 and is part of our series A Stained Beauty. Sermon Links Sermon video Sermon visuals Life group discussion questions Sermon Audio
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Galatians 5 and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Acts 11:19–30 and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Acts 2:42-47 and is part of our series A Stained Beauty.
This sermon was preached by our Pastor of Outreach & Missions Tyrone Vinegar on Luke 10:17–20.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 John 2:15–17 and is part of our series Battle Lines: Our Three Enemies.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Galatians 5:13–26 and is part of our series Battle Lines: Our Three Enemies.
This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 4:1-11 and is part of our series Battle Lines: Our Three Enemies.
This sermon was preached by Tim Meier, Vice President for Development of the C&MA, on Acts 1:8 and John 10:1–21.
This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson and is part of our series Finding Hope.
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Life group discussion questions * Who do you most identify with: Peter, Martha, or the rich man? * What is causing your defeat currently? * What is your default, go-to response when you feel defeated? * How does Jesus’ reaction to each person and situation encourage you? How does it challenge you? * What is one way you can lean on Jesus this week amidst your defeat? * How can you as a life group support one another in each other’s defeats?
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ecclesiastes 2:1–11 and is part of our series Finding Hope.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on 1 Kings 19:1-18 and is part of our series Finding Hope.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Philippians 4:4–9 and is part of our series Finding Hope.
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This sermon was preached by our District Superintendent Jeff Miller on 2 Kings 3 and is part of our series Lord, Teach Us to Pray.
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Life group discussion questions * Have you ever found yourself like Joram, blaming God for things that were your own fault? How have you resolved those feelings and reactions? * Have you ever found yourself like Jehoshaphat, rushing forward without pausing first to pray? How can you build a pattern of ‘pray first’ into your life? * Have you had any ‘better late than never’ prayer moments? How have you seen God show up? * How do you most commonly hear the voice of God? What part has worship played in that? * What big things in your life could we pray about together, where we might find that ‘it is an easy thing in the eyes of the Lord’?
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This sermon was preached by our High School Pastor Dan McPherson on Luke 1:46–55 and is part of our series Lord, Teach Us to Pray.
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Life group discussion questions 1. How do you begin your prayers? How might beginning with an expression of praise and recognition of your need for a Savior change your posture of prayer? 2. What great things has God done in your life? Reflect and share with the group. 3. What characteristics of God stand out to you? How does Mary’s song change your view of God? 4. Are there any particular passages of Scripture you regularly go to when praying? As a group, research some good passages of Scripture to read as prayers and then read one or two aloud together. 5. What are some ways God’s Kingdom is different from ours? What are some ways we can begin to bring God’s Kingdom to earth right now? 6. Is there anything that makes prayer difficult for you? Share those with the group and talk about ways to support each other as you deepen your prayer life both individually and as a group.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Ephesians 3:14–21 and is part of our series Lord, Teach Us to Pray.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 6:5–15 and is part of our series Lord, Teach Us to Pray.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 11:1-4 and is part of our series Lord, Teach Us to Pray.
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This sermon was preached by guest speaker Karen Thomas on Luke 1:1–38 and is part of our series Humans of Christmas.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Luke 2:21-38 and is part of our series Humans of Christmas.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 1:18-25 and is part of our series Humans of Christmas.
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This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 1:1-17 and is part of our series Humans of Christmas.
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