Veritas Columbus Sermons: Recent Episodes
Veritas Community Church
Sermons from Veritas Community Church in Columbus. Messages are from various preachers at all congregations: Short North, Tri-City, and West.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on 1 John 3:11-18 as part of our sermon series called "The One Anothers of Jesus"
A sermon by Seth Flores based on Matthew 18:21-33, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:32 as part of our sermon series called "The One Anothers of Jesus"
A sermon by Jordan Fillmore based on Galatians 5:15, James 4:11, Colossians 3:9, and Romans 14:13 as part of our sermon series called "The One Anothers of Jesus"
A sermon by R.J. Lemyre based on Colosisans 3:16 preached as part of our sermon series called "The One Anothers of Jesus"
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Romans 12:1-5, 9-10 as part of our sermon series called "The One Anothers of Jesus."
A sermon by Thomas Dutton based on Romans 12:10 preached on June 7th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Romans 15:5-7 as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by PJ Wenzwl based on Hebrews 3, 10; 1 Thessalonians 5 preached as part of our sermon series called "The One Anothers of Jesus: Practicing Gospel Community Together."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 7:12-16 preached on May 31st as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on 2 Corinthians 7:12-16 preached on May 31st as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 7:2-11 preached on May 24th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 7:2-11 preached on May 24th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Neil Leonard based on 2 Corinthians 7:2-11 preached on May 24th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1 preached on May 17th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1 preached on May 17th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1 preached on May 17th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 preached on May 10th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 preached on May 3rd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Jordan Fillmore based on 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 preached on May 3rd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 preached on May 3rd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 5:11-17 preached on April 26th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Jeremy Hart based on 2 Corinthians 5:11-17 preached on April 26th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on 2 Corinthians 5:11-17 preached on April 26th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by R.J. Lemyre based on 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 preached on April 19th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 preached on April 19th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Neil Leonard based on 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 preached on April 19th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 preached on April 12th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 preached on April 12th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Ben Reynolds based on 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 preached on April 12th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 preached on April 5 as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 preached on April 5th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 4:13-15, Matthew 28:1-10 preached on April 5th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 preached on March 29th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Thomas Dutton based on 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 preached on March 29th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 preached on March 29th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 preached on March 22nd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 preached on March 22nd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 preached on March 22nd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 preached on March 15th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 preached on March 15th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 preached on March 15th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Ben Reynolds based on 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 preached on March 8th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 preached on March 8th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 preached on March 8th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 preached on March 1st as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 preached on February 22nd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Neil Leonard based on 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 preached on February 22nd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Seth Flores based on 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 preached on March 1st as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 preached on February 22nd as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 preached on February 15th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 preached on February 15th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 preached on February 15th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 1:15-24 preached on February 8th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Devon Abdon based on 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:4 preached on February 8 as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 1:15-24 preached on February 8th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 1:12-14 preached on February 1 as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 1:12-22 preached on February 1 as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Thomas Dutton based on 2 Corinthians 1:12-14 preached on February 1 as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 preached on January 18th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 preached on January 18th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 preached on January 18th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 1:1-2 preached on January 11th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 1:1-2 preached on January 11th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."
A sermon by Joe Byler on Ephesians 2:18–22 preached on December 28th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on December 28th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 2:1-12 preached on December 21st as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Joe Byler on Matthew 2:1-12 preached on December 21st as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 2:1-12 preached on December 21st as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Samuel 7:8–16; Psalm 89; and Luke 1:26–38 preached on December 14th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Neil Leonard on 2 Samuel 7:8–16; Psalm 89; and Luke 1:26–38 preached on December 14th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Samuel 7:8-16 preached on December 14th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Seth Flores based on Genesis 12:1–3, Exodus 19:5–6, and Matthew 1:1–17 preached on December 7th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Jordan Fillmore based on Genesis 12:1-3 & 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on December 7th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy on Genesis 12:1-3 and 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on December 7th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on John 1:1-5 preached on November 30th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 1:1-5 preached on November 30th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on John 1:1-5 preached on November 30th as part of our sermon series called "Advent: The Birth of a Kingdom."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 12 preached on November 23rd for the Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ecclesiastes 12 preached on November 23rd as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus In Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 12 preached on November 23rd as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus In Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 10-11 preached on November 16th for the Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 10 & 11 preached on November 16th as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus In Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Neil Leonard based on Ecclesiastes 7-8 preached on November 9th for the Westcongregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 9:1-18 preached on November 9th for the Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ecclesiastes 9 preached on November 9th as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus In Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ecclesiastes 7-8 preached on November 2nd as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus In Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Neil Leonard based on Ecclesiastes 7-8 preached on November 2nd for the Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:12 preached on November 2nd for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 preached on October 26th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 5&6 preached on October 26th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ecclesiastes 5 preached on October 26th as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus In Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 4:1-5:7 preached on October 19th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 4:1-5:7 preached on October 19th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by R.J. Lemyre based on Ecclesiastes 4:1-5:7 preached on October 19th as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ecclesiastes 3 preached on October 12th as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 3 preached on October 12th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 3 preached on October 12th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Ben Reynolds based on Ecclesiastes 2 preached on October 5th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Thomas Dutton based on Ecclesiastes 2 preached on October 5th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ecclesiastes 1 preached on September 28th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ecclesiastes 1:1-18 preached on September 28th as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ecclesiastes 1 preached on September 28th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Fully Alive: Wisdom and the Way of Jesus in Ecclesiastes"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Acts 2:42-47 and Matthew 28:16-20 preached on September 21st as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Acts 2:42-47 and John 13:17-19 preached on September 21st for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Acts 2:42-47 and Ephesians 4:11-24 preached on September 14th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on September 14th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on September 14th as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Acts 2:42-47 and Philippians 2:1-8 preached on September 7th as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Acts 2:42-47 and Philippians 2:1-8 preached on September 7th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on September 7th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on August 31st for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Acts 2:42-47 and Ephesians 4:1-16 preached on August 31st as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on August 31st for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Acts 2:42-47 and Colossians 3:16-17 preached on August 24th as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on August 24th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Acts 2:42-47 and Psalm 96 preached on August 24th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Acts 2:36-47 preached on August 17th for our West congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Acts 2:36-47 preached on August 17th for our Short North congregation as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on August 17th as part of our sermon series called "Devoted: Following Jesus Together."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Psalm 100 preached on July 27th as part of our sermon series called "Revealed: Aligning Our Emotions with the Character Of God."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Psalm 107 preached on July 20th as part of our sermon series called "Revealed: Aligning Our Emotions with the Character Of God."
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on July 6, 2025 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Revealed"
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Psalm 25 preached on July 6th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Revealed: Aligning Our Emotions with the Character of God."
A sermon by Neil Leonard based on Psalm 131 preached on July 6th as part of our sermon series called "Revealed: Aligning Our Emotions with the Character Of God."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Psalm 46 preached on June 29th as part of our sermon series called "Revealed: Aligning Our Emotions with the Character Of God."
A sermon by Thomas Dutton based on Psalm 109 preached on June 22nd for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Revealed: Aligning Our Emotions with the Character of God."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel preached on June 22nd, 2025 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Revealed"
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Psalm 34 preached on June 22nd for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Revealed: Aligning Our Emotions with the Character Of God."
A sermon by Phil Shimer preached on May 4th, 2025 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Grace & Addiction: 7 Principles of the Refuge."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on James 5:16 preached on February 2nd for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Grace & Addiction: 7 Principles of the Refuge."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 2:20 preached on December 29th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 2:1-7 preached on December 22nd for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 2:13-18 preached on December 15th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 2:1-12 preached on December 15th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Matthew 2:13-18 preached on December 8th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 2:1-12 preached on December 8th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Jordan Fillmore based on Matthew 2:13-18 preached on December 8th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Luke 1:5-25 preached on December 1st for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Luke 1:5-25 preached on December 1st for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Advent: Glory to the Newborn King"
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 23:39 preached on November 3rd for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "The Refuge: Celebration Sundays."
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on John 13:1-17 preached on August 11th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Seth Flores based on John 13:1-17 preached on August 11th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Jeremy Hart preached on August 4th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Parris Payden preached on July 21st for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Devon Abdon preached on July 14th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Joe Byler preached on July 7th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on June 30th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich preached on June 23rd for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Disciplines of Delight."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Kings 19:1-19 preached on June 16th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Matthew 9:14-17 preached on June 9th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 3:22-36 preached on June 2nd for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Timothy 4:7-8 preached on June 2nd for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 3:22-36 preached on June 2nd for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on John 3:1-21 preached on May 26th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 3:1-21 preached on May 26th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 2:13-25 preached on May 19th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Ben Reynolds based on John 2:13-25 preached on May 19th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on John 2:13-25 preached on May 19th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on John 2:1-12 preached on May 12th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 2:1-12 preached on May 12th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on John 2:1-12 preached on May 12th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on John 1:35-51 preached on May 5th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 1:35-51 preached on May 5th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 1:35-51 preached on May 5th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 1:19-34 preached on April 28th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Jordan Fillmore based on John 1:19-34 preached on April 28th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 preached on April 21st for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 1:6-18 preached on April 21st for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 1:1-5 preached on April 14th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 1:1-5 preached on April 14th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on John 20:30-31 preached on April 14th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 20:30-31 preached on April 7th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 20:30-31 preached on April 7th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "John: That You May Believe."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 28:1-10 preached on March 31st for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Holy Week sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 28:1-10 preached on March 31st for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Holy Week sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 21:1-11 preached on March 24th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Holy Week sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Judges 19-21 preached on March 24th for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives"
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Judges 19-21 preached on March 17th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Judges 19-21 preached on March 17th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Judges 17-18 preached on March 10th for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Judges 17-18 preached on March 10th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Judges 13 preached on March 3, 2024 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Judges 13:1-16:31 preached on March 3rd for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Judges 10:6-13:25 preached on February 25th, 2024 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Judges 10 preached on February 25th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Judges 13:1-16:31 preached on March 3, 2024 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Judges 8-9 preached on February 18th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Judges 9-10 preached on February 18th, 2024 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Judges 7-8 preached on February 11th, 2024 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Judges 7-8 preached on February 11th, 2024 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Judges 7-8 preached on February 11th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Judges 6 preached on February 4th for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Judges 6 preached on February 4th, 2024 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Judges 4:1-5:31 preached on January 28th, 2024 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Judges 4:1-5:31 preached on January 28th, 2024 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Judges 4:1-5:31 preached on January 28th, 2024 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges: The God Who Forgives".
A sermon by Brad Snyder for Sanctity of Life Sunday preached on January 21st, 2024 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Joe Byler for Sanctity of Life Sunday preached on January 21st, 2024 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Judges 3:7-31 preached on January 14th, 2024 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Judges 3:7-31 preached on January 14th, 2024 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Judges 3:7-31 preached on January 14th, 2024 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Judges 1:1-3:6 preached on January 7th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Judges 1:1-3:6 preached on January 7th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by Ben Reynolds based on Judges 1:1-3:6 preached on January 7th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Judges".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel preached on December 31th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Joshua 24:29-33 preached on December 31th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Luke 1:54-56 preached on December 24th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 1:54-56 preached on December 24th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 1:54-56 preached on December 24th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 1:53 preached on December 17th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 1:53 preached on December 17th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 1:53 preached on December 17th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 1:50-52 preached on December 10th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 1:50-52 preached on December 10th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 1:50-52 preached on December 10th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Jordan Fillmore based on Luke 1:46-49 preached on December 3rd, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 1:46-49 preached on December 3rd, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Luke 1:46-49 preached on December 3rd, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Advent 2023: A Weary World Rejoices".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Joshua 24:29-33 preached on November 26th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 24:29-33 preached on November 26th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Devon Abdon based on Joshua 24:29-33 preached on November 26th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 24:1-28 preached on November 19th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Joshua 24:1-18 preached on November 19th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 23 preached on November 19th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 23 preached on November 12th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Joshua 22 preached on November 12th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 22:10-34 preached on November 5th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Joshua 20-21 preached on November 5th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Joshua 22:10-34 preached on November 5th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Ben Reynolds based on Joshua 23 preached on October 29th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Joshua 20:1-22:9 preached on October 29th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 13:8-19:51 preached on October 22th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 13:8-19:51 preached on October 22th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 10:29-13:7 preached on October 15th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 10:29-13:7 preached on October 15th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Joshua 10:29-13:7 preached on October 15th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 10:29-13:7 preached on October 15th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Joshua 10:1-28 preached on October 8, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Joshua 10:1-28 preached on October 8th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Joshua 10:1-28 preached on October 8th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 9 preached on October 1, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 9 preached on Ocobter 1st, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 7-8 preached on September 24th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 7-8 preached on September 24th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Joshua 7-8 preached on September 24th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 5:1-12 preached on September 17th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Seth Flores based on Joshua 5:13-6:27 preached on September 17th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Joshua 5:13-6:27 preached on September 17th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 5:1-12 preached on September 10th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Joshua 3-4 preached on September 3rd, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 3-4 preached on September 3rd, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 2 preached on August 27th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 2 preached on August 27th, 2023 for the Tri-Citycongregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Joshua 1 preached on August 20th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 1 preached on August 20th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Joshua 1 preached on August 20th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Joshua: The God Who Saves".
A sermon by Jordan Fillmore based on Luke 15:11-32 preached on July 30th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Devon Abdon based on Matthew 20:1-16 preached on July 23rd, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 10:25-37 preached on July 16th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Matthew 25:14-40 preached on July 16th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Dan Harness based on Matthew 13 preached on July 9th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Matthew 20:1-16 preached on June 25th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 18:21-35 preached on June 25th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Seth Flores based on Luke 15 preached on June 18th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Luke 18 preached on June 18th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Mark 4 and Matthew 13 preached on June 11th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 13 preached on June 11th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Secrets of the Kingdom: The Parables of Jesus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 40 preached on June 4th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 40 preached on June 4th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 40 preached on June 4th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 40 preached on June 4th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 39 preached on May 28th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 39 preached on May 28th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Exodus 38:1-31 preached on May 21st, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Exodus 38 preached on May 21st, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 37:1-29 preached on May 14th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Exodus 37:10-29 preached on May 14th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Jonathan Grubbs based on Exodus 37:10-29 preached on May 14th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 35-36 preached on May 5th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 35-36 preached on May 7th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 35-36 preached on May 7th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 34 preached on April 30th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 34 preached on April 30th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 34 preached on April 30th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 33 preached on April 23rd, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 33 preached on April 23rd, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 33 preached on April 23rd, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Exodus 32 preached on April 16th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 32 preached on April 16th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Exodus 32 preached on April 16th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Mark 16:1-8 preached on April 9th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church for Easter Sunday.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus Mark 16:1-8 preached on April 9th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church for Easter Sunday.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Mark 16:1-8 preached on April 9th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church for Easter Sunday.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 25-31 preached on April 2nd, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Exodus 25-31 preached on April 2nd, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 25-31 preached on April 2nd, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 24:1-18 preached on March 26th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 24:1-18 preached on March 26th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 24:1-18 preached on March 26th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Exodus 23:20:33 preached on March 19th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 23:20-33 preached on March 19th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 23:20-33 preached on March 19th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 23:10-19 preached on March 12th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 23:10-19 preached on March 12th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Exodus 23:10-19 preached on March 12th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Jeremy Hart based on Exodus 21:18-23:9 preached on March 5th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 21:18-23:9 preached on March 5th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 21:18-23:9 preached on March 5th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Jonathan Grubbs based on Exodus 21:1-17 preached on February 26th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Exodus 21:1-17 preached on February 26th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 21:1-17 preached on February 26th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 20:12-26 preached on February 19th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Exodus 20:12-26 preached on February 19th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 20:12-26 preached on February 19th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 20:1-11 preached on February 12th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 20:1-11 preached on February 12th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 20:1-11 preached on February 12th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 19:1-25 preached on February 5th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 19:1-25 preached on February 5th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 19:1-25 preached on February 5th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 17:8-18:27 preached on January 29th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 17:8-18:27 preached on January 29th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 17:8-18:27 preached on January 29th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Synder based on Exodus 17:1-7 preached on January 22nd, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Exodus 17:1-7 preached on January 22nd, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 15:22-16:36 preached on January 15th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 15:22-16:36 preached on January 15th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Synder based on Exodus 15:22-16:36 preached on January 15th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 15:1-21 preached on January 8th, 2023 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 15:1-21 preached on January 8th, 2023 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Exodus 15:1:21 preached on January 8th, 2023 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Isaiah 9:1-7 preached on December 18th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Isaiah 9:1-7 preached on December 18th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Isaiah 9:1-7 preached on December 18th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Isaiah 9:1-7 preached on December 11th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Isaiah 9:1-7 preached on December 11th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Isaiah 9:1-7 preached on December 11th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Brad Synder based on Isaiah 9:1-2 preached on December 4th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Isaiah 9:1-2 preached on December 4th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of our Advent series.
A sermon by Jonathan Grubbs based on Exodus 14:1-31 preached on November 27th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Jeremy Hart based on Exodus 14:1-31 preached on November, 27th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Exodus 14:1-31 preached on November, 27th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Exodus 12:33-13:22 preached on November 20th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 12:33-13:22 preached on November, 20th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 12:33-13:22 preached on November, 20th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 11:1-12:32 preached on November, 6th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 11:1-12:32 preached on November 13th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Exodus 11:1-12:32 preached on November, 13th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 7-10 preached on November, 6th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 7-10 preached on November, 6th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 7-10 preached on November 6th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 5:1-6:30 preached on October 30th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 5:1-6:30 preached on October 30th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 5:1-6:30 preached on October 30th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 4:1-31 preached on October 23rd, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 4:1-31 preached on October 23rd, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 4:1-31 preached on October 23rd, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Exodus 2:23-3:22 preached on October 16th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Exodus 2:23-3:22 preached on October 16th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 2:23-3:22 preached on October 16th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 1:15-2:22 preached on October 9th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Exodus 1:15-2:22 preached on October 9th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 1:15-2:22 preached on October 9th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Exodus 1:1-14 preached on October 2nd, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Exodus 1:1-14 preached on October 2nd, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems: Exodus".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Exodus 1:1-14 preached on October 2nd, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The God Who Redeems : Exodus".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Galations 5:22-26 preached on September 25th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Galatians 5 preached on September 25th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on September 25th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Act 2:42-47 preached on September 18th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on September 18th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Acts 2:42-47 preached on September 18th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on September 11th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on September 11th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Peter 2:9-10 preached on September 11th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Called Out: The Identity and Misssion of the Church".
A sermon by Phil Shimer, preached on September 4th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Brad Snyder, preached on September 4th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Isaiah 53:10 preached on September 4th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Dan Chaney, preached on August 7th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Isaiah 53:10 preached on August 7th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Dan Harless based on Luke 15:11-32, Matthew 20:1-16, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 preached on August 7th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Jeremy Hart, preached on July 31st, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Mark 4:35-5:1 preached on July 31st, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel, preached on July 24th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Mark 4:35-5:1 preached on July 24th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Dan Harless based on Luke 15:11-32, Matthew 20:1-16, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 preached on July 24th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Psalm 103 preached on July 17th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Isaiah 53:10 preached on July 17th 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Mark 4:35-5:1 preached on July 17th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Isaiah 53:10 preached on July 10th 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Psalm 139 preached on July 10th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Isaiah 40:25-31 preached on July 10th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Acts 17:24-31 preached on July 3rd, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Mark 6:30-44 preached on July 3rd, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Psalm 139 preached on July 3rd, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Acts 17:24-31 preached on June 26th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Genesis 1:1; Exodus 3:14; 32:1-8; Isaiah 44-46 preached on June 26th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Mark Davis preached on June 26th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God Is Not?".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 6:10-20 preached on June 5th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Be Strong in the Lord".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 6:10-20 preached on June 5th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Be Strong in the Lord".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 6:10-20 preached on June 5th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Be Strong in the Lord".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 6:10-20 preached on May 29th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Be Strong in the Lord".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 6:10-20 preached on May 29th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Be Strong in the Lord".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 6:10-20 preached on May 29th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Be Strong in the Lord".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 6:5-9 preached on May 22nd, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Spirit Filled Household".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 6:5-9 preached on May 22nd, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Spirit Filled Household".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Ephesians 6:5-9 preached on May 22nd, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Spirit Filled Household".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Ephesians 6:1-4 preached on May 15th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Spirit Filled Household".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Ephesians 6:1-4 preached on May 15th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Spirit Filled Household".
A sermon by Chris McConaughy based on Ephesians 6:1-4 preached on May 15th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Spirit Filled Household".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on May 8th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on May 8th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Dan Chaney based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on May 8th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on May 1st, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on May 1st, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on May 1st, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on April 24th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on April 24th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 5:22-33 preached on April 24th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Marriage".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:15-21, preached on April 10th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Filled With The Spirit".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 5:18-21, preached on April 10th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Brad Synder based on Ephesians 5:15-21, preached on April 10th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Filled with the Spirit".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:15-21, preached on April 3rd, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Filled With The Spirit".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 5:15-17, preached on April 3rd, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Brad Synder based on Ephesians 5:15-21, preached on March 27th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Filled with the Spirit".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:15-21, preached on March 27th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 5:7-14, preached on March 20th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:7-14, preached on March 20th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 5:1-6, preached on March 13th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 5:1-6, preached on March 13th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 4:29-32, preached on March 6th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 4:29-32, preached on March 6th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 4:29-32, preached on March 6th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Ephesians 4:28, preached on February 27th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 4:28, preached on February 27th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 4:28, preached on February 27th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 4:25-27, preached on February 20th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 4:25-27, preached on February 13th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 4:17-24, preached on February 13th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Mark Davis based on Ephesians 4:17-24, preached on February 13th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Ephesians 4:17-24, preached on February 13th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Church Living New Life Together".
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Ephesians 4:15-16, preached on February 6th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Ephesians 4:1-16, preached on February 6th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Ephesians 4:15-16, preached on February 6th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 4:1-16, preached on January 30th, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 4:1-16, preached on January 30th, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 4:1-6, preached on January 30th, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 4:1-16, preached on January 23rd, 2022 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 4:1-16, preached on January 23rd, 2022 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 4:1-6, preached on January 23rd, 2022 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 2:22-38 preached on December 19th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 2:22-38 preached on December 19th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 2:22-38 preached on December 19th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 2:1-20 preached on December 12th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 2:1-20 preached on December 12th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 2:1-20 preached on December 12th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 1:26-56 preached on December 5th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 1:26-56 preached on December 5th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 1:26-56 preached on December 5th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Pj Wenzel based on Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 preached on November 28th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 preached on November 28th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Luke 1:5-25, 57-80 preached on November 28th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "God With Us."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Ephesians 3:1-13, preached on November 21st, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Ephesians 3:1-13, preached on November 21st, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 3:1-13, preached on November 21st, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Ephesians 2:19-22, preached on November 14th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 2:11-22, preached on November 14th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 2:19-22, preached on November 14th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 2:11-22, preached on November 7th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 2:13-18, preached on November 7th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 2:11-22, preached on November 7th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "The Mystery of Reconciliation."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 31st, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Mark Davis based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 31st, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 31st, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 24th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 24th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 24th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 17th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Jeremy Hart based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 17th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 17th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "But God."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 10th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on October 10th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 1:15-23, preached on October 3rd, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Ephesians 1:15-23, preached on October 3rd, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 1:11-14, preached on September 26th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 1:3-14, preached on September 26th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 1:3-14, preached on September 26th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 1:3-14, preached on September 19th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 1:3-14, preached on September 19th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Ephesians 1:3-14, preached on September 19th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 1:3-14, preached on September 12th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 1:3-14, preached on September 12th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 1:3-6, preached on September 12th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Ephesians 1:1-2, preached on September 5th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 1:1-2, preached on September 5th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 1:1-2, preached on September 5th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Made Alive."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Proverbs 18:21, preached on August 8th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Proverbs 11:2, 15:33, preached on August 8th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Proverbs 15:30, preached on August 8th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Proverbs 15:30, preached on August 1st, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Proverbs 11:2, 15:33, preached on August 1st, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Proverbs 8:22-31; 6:6-11; 23:4-5; 26:13-16; 22:29, preached on August 1st, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Proverbs 8:22-31; 6:6-11; 23:4-5; 26:13-16; 22:29, preached on July 25th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Proverbs 11:2, 15:33, preached on August 1st, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Proverbs 15:30, preached on July 25th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Proverbs 1:1-7; 3:1-8, preached on July 18th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Proverbs 1:1-7; 3:1-8, preached on July 18th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Proverbs 1:1-7, preached on July 18th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Everyday Wisdom."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 13:20–259, preached on July 11th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 13:20–25, preached on July 11th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 13:20–25, preached on July 11th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Hebrews 13:17-19, preached on July 4th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 13:17-19, preached on July 4th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 13:17-19, preached on July 4th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 13:7-16, preached on June 27th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Mark Davis based on Hebrews 13:7-16, preached on June 27th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Hebrews 13:7-16, preached on June 27th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 13:4, preached on June 20th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 13:4, preached on June 20th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 13:4, preached on June 20th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 13:5-6 preached on June 13th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 13:5-6, preached on June 13th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 13:5-6 preached on June 13th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 13:1-3, preached on June 6th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 13:1-3 preached on June 6th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 13:1-3 preached on June 6th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 12:25-29, preached on May 30th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 12:25-29 preached on May 30th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 12:25-29 preached on May 30th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Jeremy Hart, based on Hebrews 12:18-24 preached on May 23rd, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 12:18-24 preached on May 23rd, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 12:18-24, preached on May 23rd, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Matt Martin based on Hebrews 12:12-17, preached on May 16th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel, based on Hebrews 12:12-17 preached on May 16th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Hebrews 12:12-17 preached on May 16th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 12:3-11, preached on May 9th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 12:3-11 preached on May 9th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 12:3-11 preached on May 9th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 12:1-3, preached on May 2nd, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 12:1-3 preached on May 2nd, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 12:1-3 preached on May 2nd, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 11:32-40 preached on April 25th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 11:32-40 preached on April 25th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 11:32-40, preached on April 25th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 11:30-31 preached on April 18th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Hebrews 11:30-31, preached on April 18th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Hebrews 11:30-31 preached on April 18th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 11:23-29 preached on April 11th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Hebrews 11:23-29 preached on April 11th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 11:23-29, preached on April 11th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 11:17-22 preached on April 4th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 11:17-22, preached on April 4th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 11:17-22 preached on April 4th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich, based on Hebrews 11:8-16 preached on March 28th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Hebrews 11:8-16 preached on March 21st, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 11:8-16, preached on March 28th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
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A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 11:7 preached on March 21st, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Dan Harless, based on Hebrews 11:7 preached on March 14th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 11:7, preached on March 21st, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Brad Snyder, based on Hebrews 11:1-6 preached on March 14th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 11:1-6, preached on March 14th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 11:1-6 preached on March 14th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Faith That Endures."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 10:32-39 preached on March 7th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 10:32-39, preached on March 7th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich, based on Hebrews 10:32-39 preached on March 7th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 10:26-31, preached on February 28th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Hebrews 10:26-31 preached on February 28th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 10:28-31 preached on February 28th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 10:19-25, preached on February 21st, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 10:19-25 preached on February 21st, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 10:19-25 preached on February 21st, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 10:1-18 preached on February 14th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 10:1-18, preached on February 14th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 9:15-28, preached on February 7th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Jeremy Hart based on Hebrews 9:15-28 preached on February 7th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 9:15-28 preached on February 7th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 9:1-14 preached on January 24th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 9:1-14, preached on January 24th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 9:1-14, preached on January 24th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 8:1-13, preached on January 17th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 8:1-13 preached on January 17th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 8:1-13, preached on January 17th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 7:11-28 preached on January 10th, 2021 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 7:11-28, preached on January 10th, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 7:11-28, preached on January 10th, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 7:1-10, preached on January 3rd, 2021 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 7:1-10, preached on January 3rd, 2021 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Luke 17:20-21 preached on December 27th, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of an advent sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 2:1-12 preached on December 20th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of an advent sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 2:1–12 preached on December 20th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of an advent sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 1:18-2:12, preached on December 20th, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of an advent sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Samuel 7:12-17 preached on December 13th, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of an advent sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 Samuel preached on December 6th, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of an advent sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 Samuel 8:4-9 preached on November 29th, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of an advent sermon series called "Behold the King."
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Hebrews 6:13-20 preached on November 22nd, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Hebrews 6:13-20, preached on November 22nd, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 6:13-20, preached on November 22nd, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 6:4-12 preached on November 15th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 6:4-12, preached on November 15th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 6:4-12, preached on November 15th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 5:11-6:3 preached on November 8th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 5:11-6:3, preached on November 8th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 5:11-6:3, preached on November 8th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Hebrews 5:1-10, preached on November 1st, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 5:1-10, preached on November 1st, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 5:1-10 preached on November 1st, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 4:14-16 preached on October 25th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 4:14-16, preached on October 25th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Hebrews 4:12-13, preached on October 18th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 4:12-13 preached on October 18th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 4:12-13, preached on October 18th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 4:1-11, preached on October 11th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 4;1-11, preached on October 11th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 4:1-11 preached on October 11th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Hebrews 3:7-19, preached on October 4th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Hebrews 3:7-19, preached on October 4th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 3:7-19 preached on October 4th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 3:1-6, preached on September 27th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 3:1-6, preached on September 27th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 3:1-6, preached on September 27th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Hebrews 2:10-18, preached on September 20th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 2:10-18, preached on September 20th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 2:10-18, preached on September 20th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 2:5-9, preached on September 13th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 2:5-9, preached on September 13th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Hebrews 2:5-9, preached on September 13th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Matt Martin based on Hebrews 2:1-4, preached on September 6th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 2:1-4, preached on September 6th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Michael Wells based on Hebrews 2:1-4, preached on September 6th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 1:4-14, preached on August 30th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 1:4-14, preached on August 30th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 1:4-14, preached on August 30th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Hebrews 1:1-3, preached on August 23rd, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Hebrews 1:1-3, preached on August 23rd, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Hebrews 1:1-3, preached on August 23rd, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "Substance over Shadow."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on 1 John 5:21, preached on August 16th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 John 5:21, preached on August 16th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on 1 John 5:21, preached on August 16th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Mike Wells based on 1 John 5:13-20, preached on August 9th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on 1 John 5:13-20, preached on August 9th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on 1 John 5:13-20, preached on August 9th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 John 5:1-12, preached on August 2nd, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 John 5:1-12, preached on August 2nd, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on 1 John 5:1-12, preached on August 2nd, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 John 4:7-21, preached on July 26th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 John 4:7-21, preached on July 26th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on1 John 4:7-21, preached on July 26th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 John 4:1-6, preached on July 19th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 John 4:1-6, preached on July 19th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 John 4:1-6, preached on July 19th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Parris Payden based on 1 John 2:28-3:10, preached on July 12th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on 1 John 2:28-3:10, preached on July 12th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 John 2:28-3:10, preached on July 12th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 John 2:28-3:10, preached on July 5th, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 John 2:28-3:10, preached on July 5th, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 John 2:28-3:10, preached on July 5th, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 John 2:18-27, preached on June 28, 2020 for the Tri-City congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 John 2:18-27, preached on June 28, 2020 for the West congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 John 2:18-27, preached on June 28, 2020 for the Short North congregation of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on 1 John 2:7-17, preached on June 21, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 John 2:1-6, preached on June 14, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 John 1:5-10, preached on June 7, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life."
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 John 1:1-4, preached on May 31, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series called "One Life" based on 1 John.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Psalm 34, preached on May 24, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series on Psalms.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Psalm 27, preached on May 10, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series on Psalms.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Psalm 23, preached on May 10, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series on Psalms.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Psalm 103, preached on May 3, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series on Psalms.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Psalm 107, preached on April 26, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series on Psalms.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Psalm 77, preached on April 19, 2020 for all congregations of Veritas Community Church as part of sermon series on Psalms.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Colossians 2:6-10, preached on April 5, 2020 at Community Church as part of sermon series on our church rhythms.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 13:1-17, preached for a pre-recorded worship gathering on March 29, 2020 as part of a sermon series on our church rhythms.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Timothy 4:9-22, preached on March 8, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on our church rhythms.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Peter 2:9-10, preached on March 8, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on our church rhythms.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 4:21-26, preached on March 8, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on our church rhythms.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Corinthians 6:9-20 & Romans 1:18-32, preached on March 1, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 13:1-5, preached on March 1, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon preached on March 1, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Romans 1:18-32, preached on February 23, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Romans 1:16-28, preached on February 23, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Luke 13:1-5, preached on February 23, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Psalm 139, preached on February 16, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Psalm 139:7-18, preached on February 16, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Psalm 139:1-18, preached on February 16, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on John 14:5-9, preached on February 9, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 14:5-9, preached on February 9, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on John 14:5-9, preached on February 9, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Ephesians 6:18-20 and Colossians 4:2-4, preached on February 2, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 6:18-20 and Colossians 4:2-4, preached on February 2, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 6:18-20 and Colossians 4:2-4, preached on February 2, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 1 Corinthians 9:19–23, preached on January 26, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 1 Corinthians 9:19–23, preached on January 26, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 Corinthians 9:19–23, preached on January 26, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Romans 10:8-17, preached on January 19, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Romans 10:8-17, preached on January 19, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Romans 10:8-17, preached on January 19, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, preached on January 12, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, preached on January 12, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, preached on January 12, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Acts 1:6-11, preached on January 5, 2020 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Acts 1:6-11, preached on January 5, 2020 at Veritas West as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Acts 1:6-11, preached on January 5, 2020 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series on evangelism.
A sermon by Jeremy Hart preached on December 29, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 2:8-20, preached on December 29, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon preached on December 29, 2019 at Veritas West as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Mike Wells based on John 1:14b-18, preached on December 22, 2019 at Veritas West as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 1:14-18, preached on December 22, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 1:1-18, preached on December 22, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on John 1:9-14a, preached on December 15, 2019 at Veritas West as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 1:9-14a, preached on December 15, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 1:1-18, preached on December 15, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 1:1-18, preached on December 8, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 1:4-8, preached on December 8, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on John 1:4-10, preached on December 8, 2019 at Veritas West as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on John 1:1-3, preached on December 1, 2019 at Veritas West as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on John 1:1-3, preached on December 1, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on John 1:1-3, preached on December 1, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of an advent sermon series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 28:16-20, preached on November 24, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 28:16-20, preached on November 24, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 28:16-20, preached on November 24, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 27:57-28:15, preached on November 17, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 27:57-28:15, preached on November 17, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 27:57-28:15, preached on November 17, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 27:27-56, preached on November 10, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 27:27-56, preached on November 10, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 27:11-26, preached on November 3, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 27:11-26, preached on November 3, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 27:11-23, preached on November 3, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 27:1-10, preached on October 27, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 27:1-10, preached on October 27, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 26:30-35; 69-75, preached on October 20, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 26:30-35; 69-75, preached on October 20, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 26:30-35; 69-75, preached on October 20, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 26:57-68, preached on October 13, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 26:57-68, preached on October 13, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 26:57-68, preached on October 13, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 26:36-56, preached on October 6, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 26:36-56, preached on October 6, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 26:36-56, preached on October 6, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 26:17-29, preached on September 29, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 26:17-30, preached on September 29, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Mike Wells based on Matthew 26:17-29, preached on September 29, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 26:1-16, preached on September 22, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 26:1-16, preached on September 22, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 25:31-46, preached on September 15, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 25:31-46, preached on September 15, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 25:31-46, preached on September 15, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 25:14-30, preached on September 8, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 25:14-30, preached on September 8, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Matthew 25:14-30, preached on September 8, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 24:36-25:13, preached on September 1, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Christopher Stollar based on Matthew 24:36-25:13, preached on September 1, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 24:15-35, preached on August 25, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Matthew 24:15-35, preached on August 25, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 24:1-14, preached on August 18, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joel Workman based on Matthew 24:1-14, preached on August 18, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Matthew 23:1-24, preached on August 4, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 23:1-24, preached on August 4, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 22:34-46, preached on July 28, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 22:34-46, preached on July 28, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 22:23-33, preached on July 21, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 22:23-33, preached on July 21, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 22:23-33, preached on July 21, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon preached on July 14, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 22:15-22, preached on July 14, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Dan Harless based on Matthew 22:15-22, preached on July 14, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Philippians 4:10-23, preached on July 7, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Philippians 4:10-23, preached on July 7, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Philippians 4:4-9, preached on June 30, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Philippians 4:4-9, preached on June 30, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon preached on June 23, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Philippians 4:1–3, preached on June 23, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Philippians 4:2-3, preached on June 23, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Philippians 3:12-4:1, preached on June 16, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Philippians 3:12-4:1, preached on June 16, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Philippians 3:1-11, preached on June 9, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Scott Hambrick based on Philippians 3:1-11, preached on June 9, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Philippians 2:12-18, preached on May 26, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Philippians 2:12-18, preached on May 26, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Philippians 2:1-11, preached on May 19, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Philippians 2:1-11, preached on May 19, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Philippians 1:18b-30, preached on May 12, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon preached on May 12, 2019 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon preached on May 12, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of a sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Philippians 1:12-18, preached on May 5, 2019 at Veritas Tri-City as part of sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Philippians 1:12-18, preached on May 5, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Philippians 1:12-18, preached on May 5, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon preached on April 28, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Philippians 1:1-11, preached on April 28, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Philippians.
A sermon preached on April 28, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Philippians.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on April 21, 2019 at Veritas West on Easter.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 24:1-12 and Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on April 21, 2019 at Veritas Short North on Easter.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Luke 24:1-12 and Ephesians 2:1-10, preached on April 21, 2019 at Veritas Short North on Easter.
A sermon preached on April 14, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 22:1-14, preached on April 14, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 22:1-14, preached on April 14, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon preached on April 7, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon preached on April 7, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 21:33-46, preached on April 7, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 21:18-32, preached on March 31, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 21:18-32, preached on March 31, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 21:18-32, preached on March 31, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 21:12-17, preached on March 24, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 21:12-17, preached on March 24, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 21:12-17, preached on March 24, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 21:1-11, preached on March 17, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer preached on March 17, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 21:1-11, preached on March 17, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 20:17-34, preached on March 10, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 20:17-34, preached on March 10, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 20:17-34, preached on March 10, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon preached on March 3, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon preached on March 3, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 20:1-160, preached on March 3, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 19:13-30, preached on February 24, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 19:13-30, preached on February 24, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 19:1-12, preached on February 17, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 19:1-12, preached on February 17, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 19:1-12, preached on February 17, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 18:21-35, preached on February 10, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 18:7-14, preached on January 27, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 18:7-10, preached on January 27, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Phil Shimer based on Matthew 18:1-9, preached on January 27, 2019 at Veritas West as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 18:1-6, preached on January 13, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 18:1-6, preached on January 13, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 17:22-27, preached on January 6, 2019 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 17:22-27, preached on January 6, 2019 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 17:14-20, preached on December 30, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Richard Leeman based on Matthew 17:14-21, preached on December 30, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ruth 1-4, preached on December 16, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Ruth 1:16-17, preached on December 16, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ruth 1-4, preached on December 16, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Joshua 2, preached on December 9, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Joshua 2, preached on December 9, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Joshua 2, preached on December 9, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Genesis 38, preached on December 2, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Genesis 38, preached on December 2, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the advent sermon series.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Genesis 38, preached on December 2, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the advent sermon series
A sermon by PJ Wenzel based on Matthew 17:1-13, preached on November 25, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 16:24-28, preached on November 18, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 16:21-28, preached on November 18, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 16:21-28, preached on November 18, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 16:13-20, preached on November 11, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 16:13-23, preached on November 11, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 16:13-20, preached on November 11, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Matthew 16:1-12, preached on November 4, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon preached on November 4, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 16:1-12, preached on November 4, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Noah Madsen based on Matthew 15:21-39, preached on October 28, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 15:21-39, preached on October 28, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 15:21-39, preached on October 28, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 15:1-20, preached on October 21, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 15:1-20, preached on October 21, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Rob Meyers based on Matthew 28:16-20, preached on October 14, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 28:16-20, preached on October 14, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 28:16-20, preached on October 14, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon based on Romans 12:1-2, preached on October 7, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Romans 12:1-2, preached on October 7, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon based on Romans 12:1-2, preached on October 7, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Philippians 2:1-11, preached on September 30, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ephesians 4:1-16, preached on September 23, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ephesians 4:1-16, preached on September 23, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Ephesians 4:11-16, preached on September 23, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon based on Colossians 3:16-17, preached on September 16, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon based on Colossians 3:16-17, preached on September 16, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Colossians 3:16-17, preached on September 16, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon based on 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, preached on September 9, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, preached on September 9, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, preached on September 9, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on the gospel and Veritas's rhythms.
A sermon by Tom Thompson, preached on September 2, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 14:22-36, preached on September 2, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 14:22-36, preached on September 2, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 14:13-21, preached on August 26, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on August 19, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 14:1-12, preached on August 19, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 13:51-58, preached on August 12, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Matt Martin based on Matthew 13:31-35, preached on July 29, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 13:31-35, preached on July 29, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 13:31-34, preached on July 29, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Dan Harless based on Matthew 13, preached on July 22, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 13, preached on July 22, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 13, preached on July 22, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon preached on July 15, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23, preached on July 15, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based preached on July 8, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 13:1-3; 10-17, preached on July 8, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 12:46-50, preached on July 1, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 12:46-50, preached on July 1, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 12:46-50, preached on July 1, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon preached on June 24, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Matthew 12:33-37, preached on June 17, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 12:33-37, preached on June 17, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Mathew 12:22-32, preached on June 10, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Christopher Stollar based on Mathew 12:22-32, preached on June 10, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 12:15-21, preached on June 3, 2018 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Patrick Knable, preached on June 3, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder, preached on June 3, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 12:1-14, preached on May 27, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 12:1-14, preached on May 27, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 11:20-30, preached on May 20, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 11:20-30, preached on May 20, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler preached on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden preached on Sunday, May 6, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on Sunday, May 6, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on Sunday, April 29, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich preached on Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on Sunday, April 22, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 10:16-25, preached on April 15, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 10:16-25, preached on April 15, 2018 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler preached on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson preached on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 9:18-34, preached on March 25, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 9:14-17, preached on March 18, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 9:9-13, preached on March 11, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 8:23-9:8, preached on March 4, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 8:23-9:8, preached on March 4, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 8:18-21, preached on February 25, 2018 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 8:18-22, preached on February 25, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 8:18-22, preached on February 25, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Ryan Coholich based on Matthew 8:1-17, preached on February 18, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 8:1-17, preached on February 18, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 7:21-29, preached on February 11, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 7:21-29, preached on February 11, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 7:15-20, preached on February 4, 2018 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 7:15-20, preached on February 4, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 7, preached on January 28, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 7, preached on January 28, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon preached on January 21, 2018 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 7:12, preached on January 21, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon preached on January 21, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 7:7-11, preached on January 14, 2018 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 7:6, preached on January 7, 2018 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 7:6, preached on January 7, 2018 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Matthew 7:1-5 preached on December 31, 2017 at Veritas Short North.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Isaiah 9:6-7, preached on December 24, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of Advent.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Isaiah 9:6-7, preached on December 24, 2017 at Veritas West as part of Advent.
A sermon based on Isaiah 9:6-7, preached on December 24, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of Advent.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 2:1-18, preached on December 17, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of Advent.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 2:1-20, preached on December 17, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of Advent.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Luke 2:1-20, preached on December 10, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of Advent.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 2:1-18, preached on December 10, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of Advent.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 2:1-11, preached on December 10, 2017 at Veritas West as part of Advent.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Isaiah 9:1-5, preached on December 3, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series during advent.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Isaiah 9:1-5, preached on December 3, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series during advent.
A sermon by Geoff Davis based on Matthew 6:25-34, preached on November 26, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6:25-34, preached on November 26, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 6:25-34, preached on November 26, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6:19-24, preached on November 19, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 6:19-24, preached on November 19, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 6:19-24, preached on November 19, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6:16-18, preached on November 12, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 6:16-18, preached on November 12, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 6, preached on November 5, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 6, preached on November 5, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6, preached on October 29, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 6, preached on October 29, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6:11, preached on October 22, 2017 at Veritas Short West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 6:11, preached on October 22, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 6:11, preached on October 22, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6:10, preached on October 15, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 6:10, preached on October 15, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 6:10, preached on October 15, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Mason Good based on Matthew 6:9, preached on October 8, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
Laying the Foundation: Read Ephesians 2:1-8 and Galatians 4:4-8. Mason mentioned how amazing it is that we can call God "our Father.” * When Jesus taught us to pray “our Father”, how would His original listeners have thought? Why was this idea so revolutionary at the time? * Do we still think of this truth as revolutionary? Why or why not? * What is the importance of realizing our sonship to God when we pray? Leaders: The Fatherhood of God was not an unfamiliar idea to the Jews, but Mason mentioned that the sense in which it was a familiar concept was that of a distant relation - similar to the idea of having Abraham as father. Yet the Fatherhood that Jesus is ushering us into is something much more akin to the closeness of our own earthly fathers.
Read John 1:12-13 together and contemplate the following questions... * Are all people children of God? * What gives us the right to call God our Father? What is the theological name for this truth? Leaders: The central theological theme underlying this part of the passage is the idea of “adoption.” Through the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus, we have been given the right to be called sons and daughters of God. This mind-blowing concept goes beyond the glorious truth of justification and forgiveness of sins, and adds the privilege of becoming co-heir with Christ. This happens when God brings us into His family by adopting us. Spending time as a group and individually discussing these privileges and their extravagance would be time well spent.
Our Father and our father * How does our understanding of God’s fatherhood compare to that of our earthly Father? * How do you think about your earthly father? Does he have a role in your life - if so what does that look like? * How can the gospel truth of our adoption allow us to reconcile with our earthly fathers? Leaders: Some of these questions are sensitive because for some of us, our experiences of fatherhood have been marred by sin. Let people share their experiences but let’s remember that our goal is to study the character of God and the nature of our heavenly Father. Mason said that "Our earthly fathers, flawed and sinful and broken as they are, are derivative of God who is the ultimate, Heavenly Father. Your earthly father has been tasked to be an ambassador of God as a representative of your true Father in Heaven. (and we can admit it’s a task that some fathers live up to better than others!) But the point is that whether you have a great relationship with your dad or a struggling one, he can’t come close to measuring up to your Heavenly Father.” It’s important to know that because we have been forgiven so much and even brought into God’s family, we can extend that forgiveness to our earthly families as well. You might even say that we can love others because He first loved us.
We pray and speak to a Father who is near, and yet He is glorious and awesome; He is "in Heaven" * How does the heavenly nature of God the Father change our perspective and especially our approach to prayer? * Another way to ask this is "What is the importance of the fact that the God to whom we pray is in Heaven?" * How does the heavenly nature of God our Father serve as the foundation of our prayer life? Leaders: He is "in heaven”, reminding us that he not only has the ear for us to speak into, but He has the power to save. This is foundational. We can know He not only listens, but He has the power to save! John Stott says, “Thus he combines fatherly love with heavenly power, and what his love directs his power is able to perform.” And so we hold both of these truths together simultaneously; one does not detract from another, or take away from another.
The Sovereign has condescended to give us an audience. He has invited us into the heavenly palace. He has lifted the scepter and told us to enter. We have access to His very throne… [but] We have forgotten that we are peasants in the presence of the King. Not just a king, the King, the King of kings, the Lord of lords, the One who is absolutely sovereign.” – R.C. Sproul
God is called “Father” and yet His name is to be “hallowed." He is approachable, yet our approach must be with reverence. * What does it mean to hallow God’s name? * How does the “name” of God point to His character? Can you give some examples from other places in Scripture? * Are we holding His name above all other names - even in our small talk with others? * Mason asked in the sermon: Who do you think you are talking to when you are praying to God? Leaders: God is not only near, He is not only our shoulder to cry on and our rock to lean on, He is holy and majestic and powerful. We must see by the name of God that He is holy, yet we can approach Him with our cares and troubles; we approach him with praise, adoration, and reverence, but also with our needs and cares.
“God is undefiled in all his ways. He is the supreme, the superlative moral majesty in the universe. But God’s holiness refers to more than his ethics. Holiness refers to everything that distinguishes the Creator from his creation. It is the infinite distance between his deity and our humanity. Holiness is the very Godness of God, the sum total of all his glorious perfections.” - Phil Ryken
“Hallowing God’s name requires praise for the goodness and greatness of his redemptive work, with its dazzling blend of wisdom, love, justice, power, and faithfulness. By wisdom God found a way to justify the unjust justly; in love he gave his Son to bear death’s agony for us; in justice he made the Son, as our substitute, suffer the sentence that our disobedience deserved; with power he unites us to the risen Christ, renews our hearts, frees us from sin’s bondage, and moves us to repent and believe; and in faithfulness he keeps us from falling, as he promised to do, till he brings us triumphantly to our final glory...all of this is God’s gift.” - J.I. Packer
Direction for Discipleship: Spend time reading Galatians 4:1-7 and Romans 8. Some of Mason’s takeaways ought to be considered as we have conversations this week. One of them is that we must be careful not to profane the name of God with our mouths - we must not take His name lightly, as if it is something “common.” In our times of worship publicly and privately are we lifting us God’s name as glorious? Similarly, are we holding His name above all other names - even in our small talk with others? Do you think of God as your “father” - what barriers/struggles do you run into when you read these words from Jesus? What objections must be overcome in your mind (and heart!) for this to be embraced and manifested in your life and in your words as true? Are there conceptions of fatherhood that you are taking from past experience that do not match what you read about here in Scripture? And - importantly - this week meditate upon how God’s forgiveness and adoption of you as a son/daughter frees you to extend grace to your earthly father.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6:9, preached on October 8, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Patrick Knable based on Matthew 6:9, preached on October 8, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
How have you thought about the Lord's Prayer in the past? (Is it familiar to you? Has it struck you or helped you before? Does it come across as beautiful or annoying? Rich with meaning or trite? ...Etc.)
Patrick and Joe have talked a lot about prayer being a response to God. What about God compels you to respond to Him?
You will rarely find any Christian who is satisfied with their prayer life. We tend to struggle with prayer. Why is it so difficult for us?
How do we grow in realizing and feeling the intimacy of praying to God "Our Father"? Why does addressing God this way grow stale to us?
Dig into the beauty of adoption as children of God. What are some of the joys and privileges we have because of being adopted? Is it easy for you to believe you're a child of God? (Some mentioned were eternal inheritance and discipline)
How can the way Jesus teaches us to pray help us not pray like He warns us about in the previous verses (hypocritically to be seen by others, with empty phrases -vs 5-8)?
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 6:5-8, preached on October 1, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 6:5-8, preached on October 1, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Ephesians 6:10-20, preached on October 1, 2017 at Veritas East.
A sermon by Parris Payden based on Matthew 6:1-4, preached on September 24, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
Discussion Questions: 1. Chapter 6 lays out principles for the spiritual life of the believer. The first one Jesus addresses is giving to the needy. -Who is Jesus addressing in this text? -What is his message to them? -Why is he confronting them about their actions?
- Talk about the tension between this text and Matt. 5:13-16, on being Salt and Light.
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Wrestle with these ideas practically. -Should you ever practice your righteousness publicly? -Should you ever give to those in need publicly? -Should you always give anonymously? -Why might you do so and why not?
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Jesus went straight to the heart with these religious leaders. They had “sounded their trumpets” to be praised by men (vs. 2) -What causes us to hunger for the praise of man? -Let’s dig in a little deeper. Would you be willing to share an example of a time within the last month that your motivation to practice righteousness was to seek praise from man? -We may be tempted to hold ourselves hostage and think we should never give because our motives are laden with selfishness - BUT, we cannot rest in any of our work or motivations. We must rest in the finished work of Jesus on the cross while still pursing godliness. Spend time in prayer and confession, and finally humble adoration for Jesus Christ who paid the penalty for our sin, so that we could be reconciled to God.
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Matthew 6:1-8, preached on September 24, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 6:1-4, preached on September 24, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 5:43-48, preached on September 17, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Paul Allen based on Matthew 5:43-48, preached on September 17, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 5:43-48, preached on September 17, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
When you think of showing love to your neighbor, what comes to mind? When was the last time you actually did one of those things?
Joe mentioned the parable of the good Samaritan. Recalling that story, who does Jesus say that our neighbor is?
Who in your life do you find hardest to love?
What are some of the typical driving factors of why we love people? …
What does our love for others look like and what’s the motivation, whether good or bad?
Why should Christian love look different than the world’s? … What does grance inspired love look like?
How can we intentionally love our enemies? .. Like practically, what does that look like? … What would this show to the watching world around us?
I don’t know about you, but rarely can I muster up this kind of selfless, sacrificial love on my own. What does it look like to rely on the Holy Spirit’s power and guidance in us in regards to loving others and our enemies?
A sermon by Jason Fisher preached on September 10, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Matthew 5:38-42, preached on September 10, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
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Why do we inherently value justice? How can this be a good thing?
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How is the way you seek justice distorted? Do you seek justice more for yourself or for others?
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What sin causes this distortion?
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In what situations do you tend to seek petty vengeance for yourself?
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How is seeking petty vengeance contrary to the gospel?
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Why do we need to be delivered from seeking our own justice?
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How do these commands point to the truth that Jesus is enough?
A sermon by Chris Lawson based on Matthew 5:33-37, preached on September 3, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Matt Martin based on Matthew 5:33-37, preached on September 3, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Matthew 5:33-37, preached on September 3, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Matthew 5:33-37, preached on September 3, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
Big Picture Review: Read and review Matthew 5:1-20 as we think about where we are in the Sermon contextually and remember what Jesus has been saying up to this point.
***What would Jesus’ original hearers thought when they heard him say this?
***How does Jesus go about addressing the nature of true righteousness? Put another way, what is the focus of Jesus in the beatitudes? Does he deal with outward law-abiding, or something else/more?
***How would you (in your own words) explain to an unbeliever what Jesus cares about and what He means by “righteousness”?
***Where does righteousness originate, and what does it look like in the life of a believer?
Leaders: Jesus’ original hearers would likely have wondered how their righteousness could ever match, much less exceed, the Pharisees. But Jesus wanted them to realize that righteousness originates first with Himself, and is aimed at transforming their (our!) hearts. Perhaps take some time to re-read the beatitudes during this time and remind the group that Jesus isn’t preaching mere outward conformity, but rather an entire transformation of the inward being. And this is what the beatitudes are all about: getting at the heart and the soul and the will, from which springs Christ-planted roots of love and righteousness. This gracious truth comprises the framework we live within, and it’s a good place to start as we dive back into the Sermon on the Mount!
An exceeding righteousness is not when you can use words to excuse lies and justify deception, but when from the overflow of your heart’s worship, you speak truth and can be trusted! – Brad, from the sermon
The Issue: In the first part of Brad’s sermon, he described how one way we use our words wrongly is to cover for our actions; we use overstatement and understatement in order to justify why we failed to live up to our promises.
***What is there global result of spin, exaggeration, and over-used superlatives in our society?
***What suffers most words are over-hyped and blown out of proportion?
***How far does this problem extend? Is it something which characterizes only non-Christians?
***Describe what happens to the relationships in our lives when we fall into habitual exaggeration.
Leaders: Truth suffers and the weight of words goes away when we fail to be accurate in our speech. Our lives start to look false, and our actions are held in suspicion when they do not match our promises. The problem extends into the church and to each of us because we are all sinners who struggle with using words with accuracy. This is a reflection on our hearts, and manifests a desire to preserve outward obedience so that our inward lives are not brought to light.
Oaths and vows were supposed to root your words in something bigger than your circumstances and preferences… so that when things got difficult or when your desires changed you would remember your trust and hope in an unchanging God and know, I can be faithful because he is! – Brad, from the sermon
Continuing on this theme, the teachers of the law twisted God’s word to persevere an outward obedience to the law. They constructed a system to justify deception, so that if you swore by the temple you didn’t have to fulfill what you said, but if you swore by the gold in the temple then you were expected to follow through, and so on. Brad said that “Their attention was focused on how you made oaths rather than why you keep them.”
***How do we construct excuses to get us off the hook from something we promised?
***What does this sound like today?
***Why do we make commitments in deceitful ways, and why do we spin after the fact?
Leaders: How often we quickly come up with a way to justify our lack of coherence to promises. How many times do we say things like “I only planned to come”, having allowed ourselves wiggle-room when we never intended to come int he first place. Jesus is essentially saying that your words are worthless – you don’t have the power to keep your promises and you’re making promises that you don’t intend to keep.
Rather than creating a legalistic way to justify ourselves when we don’t do what we said. What Jesus calls us to is simply, be humble and honest with what we say in the first place. To not say yes because you don’t want to say that you aren’t sure, and to not say maybe because you just don’t want to say no! – Brad, from the sermon
Brad mentioned that the whole point of oaths was to separate the Jews from the general deception in their society. The world as a whole is fallen and broken, and we know that we are also fallen, and this is one reason we demand promises. Therefore this practice extends into the church, as we discussed earlier.
***CORE QUESTION: Why do we lie in the first place? What “lies” behind the lie?
*What is the change Jesus is getting after here?
*What role does pride play in the forming of our statements?
*How is the life and the words of a Christian characterized in light of Jesus’ teaching?
***When are you most frequently tempted to exaggerate or lie?
Leaders: Jesus is emphasizing that you must mean what you say and say what you mean. He is taking the focus off your specific words, and getting us to examine the heart that is leading us to speak them. We most often lie to protect what we’re afraid of losing, or to get what we don’t yet have. Jesus knows this, and that is why he’s getting at the deeper heart issue here. Jesus wants us to speak in ways that are humble, for we don’t control all the ends and even most of the means of life. We must not pretend to control all things in our lives simply to make us look or feel good. We all lie for different reasons, but one thing is certain lying reflects the treasure of our hearts – what we value and hope in most.
Christ places great importance on the words we utter. They are the smoke that reveals the fire within, so to speak.
***With Christ placing so much importance on words as the reflection of our hearts, what does this tell us about the words of God (the Bible)?
***Are there places in God’s word where you have seen the reflection of His faithfulness and His heart for us?
What we really see is our problem with words, with oaths, and with lying, is actually a problem with worship. If the treasure of our hearts overflows to make our mouths speak, then what we see hear and what Jesus shows us through the whole Sermon on the Mount, is that we need new hearts! – Brad, from the sermon
Direction for Discipleship Conversations: For our discipleship with CG members and conversations with others, this section is a resource to guide our pursuit of making disciples. We must remember that oaths were meant to tell us that we are weak, but God is strong! That even though we fail, he is faithful! God is a God who always keeps his promises. Therefore, what will make us stick out in the world most is how we react/what we do when we fail. How have you reacted in the past? We most often lie to protect what we’re afraid of losing, or to get what we don’t yet have. When are you most frequently tempted to exaggerate or lie? Why? What does this reflect about what you value most?
It’s important to remember that while we are all sinners who will inevitably fail in our journey, our sin is not the last word. God’s grace has displaced our previous goals and life’s objective, and replaced them with the glorious truth that he saved us freely with no motivation based in our goodness but in His own character and plan. He has rooted our lives in Christ who cannot be uprooted, and who speaks a better word than all of our sinfulness. It is a reassuring truth to know that our salvation is rooted in Him and His promises, not in our words or promises! As one John Newton once said in amazement, “That I am still preserved in the way, in defiance of all that has arisen from within and from without to turn me aside, must be wholly ascribed to the same sovereignty (that saved him in the first place)!”
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Ruth 4, preached on August 27, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ruth 4, preached on August 27, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
Having now finished Ruth (and with Esther in mind, too), do you see God as present and sovereign in these stories? Do you see Him as good? How so?
Pastor Joe noted that Boaz serves as a sort of representation of Christ in Ruth 4 as he is eager to absorb the cost to redeem Ruth as Christ was eager to absorb the cost to redeem us. How does the Gospel (that Jesus died on the cross and rose again) prove that God is in control? How does it prove that He is good?
Pastor Joe preached that this story should inspire us to have a renewed vision of God and a renewed foundation of faith. We see that He is both sovereign & good and we respond in faith and trust. When you think of God’s sovereignty as Pastor Joe discussed, did it inspire and encourage you to joy and faith?
Often, our last response to fear, doubt, and anxiety is taking them to prayer, processing them with God Himself. What is more often your first response to your fears? How should God’s sovereignty and goodness encourage you to take these things to Him in prayer? Take some time to pray over your fears and anxieties together as a group or in pairs.
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on John 14:1, preached on August 27, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Noah Madsen based on Ruth 4, preached on August 27, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ruth 3, preached on August 20, 2017 at the Short North congregation as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Mason Good based on Ruth 3, preached on August 20, 2017 at the Tri-Village congregation as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
Setting the Context: We know that, historically, the threshing floor is a place where prostitutes visited men. So Naomi sending Ruth into this situation is perhaps a little careless. Mason made the point that this might be another example of Naomi “running ahead of God.”
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Have there been times in your life when you think you see the stars aligning for something you were hoping for, and instead of waiting on the Lord, you “ran ahead of Him”, trying to force along your own plans?
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How can we develop the habits of spiritual contemplativeness that help us avoid this pattern?
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Does Ruth follow the plan that Naomi gave her?
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What does Boaz’s initial response to Ruth’s approach say about his character?
Leaders: The character of both Ruth and Boaz is made manifest in a situation that otherwise might have been very dicey. Ruth improvises on Naomi’s plan, and does not commit any indecency. Boaz displays honor appealing to the right way of doing things (according to the law) rather than taking advantage of Ruth.
During the sermon, Mason asked the question of us: Shouldn’t our faith drive us to action?
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How did Mason describe what it means to “wait on God”?
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Have you seen instances of godly “waiting” from close friends, parents, or others in the church?
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What other examples do we see from Scripture of men and women of faith waiting on God?
Leaders: There’s a difference between waiting on God and taking faithful action, and running recklessly ahead of God. One example from scripture to point to is David’s waiting for the kingdom to be given to him. He didn’t take it by force from Saul, even when he had opportunity to do so. And, of course, Jesus waited on His Father for 30 years before starting His ministry – we see some of this tension in John 2, and the wedding feast at Canaan.
But more often than not waiting on God is actually making steps forwards towards what we see God doing. So often we say things like “lets see if God opens a door!”…what if faith for you this week, was more like you walking towards a door that you see open and asking God to close it if that’s not his will for your life? – Mason, from the sermon
It is apparent from the text, that Boaz wants to take Ruth up on the wedding offer. He must have thought a great deal of her – which makes sense, considering what we learned last week about Ruth’s godly reputation preceding her. But Boaz’s reaction to Ruth’s offer tells us a lot about his character and his affections.
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Although Boaz is evidently drawn to Ruth and willing to marry her, what is governing his affections on a higher plane than his budding affections for Ruth?
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How do Boaz’s affections for the law of the Lord and the ways of God point forward to Christ’s ministry?
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Are there things which you’d like to do or to have that supplant your affections for the Word of God?
Leaders: It is a challenge to answer the final question about our affections in a non-trite manner. Everyone could give flippant examples of times where he/she prized other things above God. But what is the general pattern of our lives? Challenge yourself and your group to examine closely what you do first thing in the morning, and what you think about most of the day. There’s a good chance that those things which occupy your mind and your time are the governing affections of your heart.
“We trust the Lord because he is the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the great patriarchs, and the God of the apostles, and the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. But we also know we can trust him because he is the God who has done marvelous things in the lives of very ordinary people. Thus, in Scripture God writes in block capital letters the principles of his providence so that when he rewrites them in our lives in small, sometimes microscopic writing, we see that he is the same God. He uses the same handwriting, and displays the same providential care for our lives as in the lives recorded in Scripture.” –Sinclair Ferguson
We read at the end of chapter four that from the marriage of Ruth and Boaz come the great king – King David. And of course, we know today that Jesus comes from this same line! Ruth becomes an ancestor of the Messiah.
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In Ruth, we’ve seen how God works providentially in the details, in order to achieve His ends. Describe in your own words how the end of Ruth 4 displays this.
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What does it says about God character that he uses Ruth in the genealogy of David and the down the line to Jesus and that Rehab was the mother/grandmother of Boaz?
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Describe the circumstances in which you met your spouse, or the ways in which God led you to Christ. How about the ways in which your grandparents met. How many small circumstances has God engineered in your family’s history to bring things to where they are today etc.?
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Are there examples from the Scripture or even from great literature where you see the hand of God working in small ways to affect the stream of history?
Leaders: Mason pointed out that, in sum, “…we know that our only comfort in life and death is that we are not our own, but belong body and soul, both life and in death, to our faithful savior Jesus Christ. He remembers you in your times of trouble, and in all things he is working for his glory and your good.”
“Ruth bore a son, through whom thousands and myriads were born to God; and in being the lineal ancestor of Christ, she was instrumental in the happiness of all that shall be saved by him; even of us Gentiles, as well as those of Jewish descent. She was a witness for God to the Gentile world, that he had not utterly forsaken them, but that in due time they should become one with his chosen people, and partake of his salvation.” – Matthew Henry
Takeaways: As we seek God’s guidance in our lives, Mason challenged us to consider walking towards an open door rather than waiting for God to open or close a door. What opportunities to serve, i.e. “open doors” exist in your life right now? What is keeping you from stepping forward in faith? Conversely, has God “closed doors” that you had hoped would open? Lastly, we see in Boaz a man whose affections for the word of God trumped all other temptations – can we say the same about our own affections and desires?
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Ruth 3, preached on August 20, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Christopher Stollar based on Ruth 2, preached on August 13, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussions Questions:
Give a brief overview of the book of Ruth (the story, context and purpose), and a general recap of Ruth 1. Who are the main characters in Ruth 2?
How would you describe Ruth? How would you compare her to Naomi? How does Ruth care for Naomi? How does God protect and provide for her and Naomi? What can we learn from Ruth?
How would you describe Boaz? How does he respond to and care for Ruth and Naomi? What can we learn from Boaz?
The book of Ruth is a story of God’s providence. How do we see him at work in this chapter in the lives of each character? How might this encourage us?
In the bible, God is often referred to as an eagle; here in Ruth 2:12 we see Boaz becoming the Lord’s protective “wings” over Ruth. What are some other verses that describe His wings’ of refuge? God provides this same refuge to us in Christ in our time of need and suffering. How can we display this same refuge to those in our community groups and beyond?
A sermon based on Ruth 3, preached on August 20, 2017 at the West congregation as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Jeremy Hart based on Ruth 2, preached on August 13, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
Big Picture Refresh: God uses the ordinary and mundane along with the suffering to bring about good for all who trust in Him (Romans 8:28). Just like Ruth, we cannot see now how God is using the circumstances in our lives for good, but like Ruth we need to trust in God’s providential care and work in our difficulties and our ordinary days.
Defining our Terms: Last week, Brad said, “God’s providence basically means how his Control and his Care come together.”
Background: Read Deuteronomy 24:19-22.
- What does this text say about how the Israelites were to take care of the poor?
Leaders: Discuss how does this relates to the situation Ruth finds herself in.
Read verse 2: And Ruth the Moabite said to Naomi, “Let me go to the field and glean among the ears of grain after him in whose sight I shall find favor.” And she said to her, “Go, my daughter.”
- What are some steps we can take to make faith-filled decisions in the midst of no obvious signs from God?
Leaders: Jeremy gave us a few steps to consider in our decisions making process. 1. Ask what does the bible say
– pray about it, asking God to bring wise people into your life. 2. Seek counsel from people who love Jesus and are wiser or more mature than you. 3. Consider the circumstances of your life; they aren’t random or inconsequential. Sometimes our circumstances are god-given boundaries. 4. Make the best decision in faith believing that God loves us and is on sovereign control of all the details. This is what Ruth does!
Read verse 3: So she set out and went and gleaned in the field after the reapers, and she happened to come to the part of the field belonging to Boaz, who was of the clan of Elimelech.
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What do you think the author means by his use of the word “happened”?
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How has God used the mundane circumstances in your own life to lead you, and provide for your good and His glory?
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Do you know people (or have you embraced this mindset in the past) who wait for “signs” from God? What is wrong with thinking?
Read verses 4-7
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What is the significance of the way Boaz greets his men? What about the way his men react to the greeting?
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How does Boaz’s initial provision for Ruth showcase his character? What attributes of Christ do we see manifested in Boaz at this point in the story?
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In your own words, talk about how Boaz’s kindness to Ruth specifically points to the kindness of God to us.
Leaders: the godly character of Boaz is made manifest in his reaction to the news about Ruth, and the way in which He talks to his men and his men talk to him. Boaz’s kindness to Ruth is a picture of God’s kindness to us because while we were far off, foreigners to the promises of God, He reached out to us and reconciled us to Himself through the gospel truth that Christ died for us (the unrighteous!).
In the sermon, Jeremy mentioned that no one is too far off to be brought near to God. Boaz displayed his kindness to Ruth, a foreigner – but not just any ordinary foreigner, one of the hated Moabites.
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How does Boaz picture God’s love for men and women of all races and ethnicities?
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What are the implications for our interaction with men and women of other races or ethnicities?
Read verses 17-23. Jeremy said that the providence of God drives us to worship and praise.
- Encourage each other by sharing how God has worked in past circumstances of your life to bring hope and worship.
Takeaways: Are there sinful obstacles in the way of me pursuing the people in my life with the grace of God? Do I see the poor, and the lost through the eyes of Christ, as Boaz demonstrates here? Do I see the mundane circumstances of my life as sovereignly ordained by God? Do I step out in faith to make decisions after seeking wise counsel, and spending time in the word and in prayer?
A sermon by Paul Allen based on Ruth 2, preached on August 13, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Ruth 1, preached on August 6, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Ruth 1, preached on August 6, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
This sermon series on fear and anxiety has often brought us back to the ideas of God's goodness and love, as well as God's sovereignty, control, and power. When things get difficult in your life, or it seems like sin is winning, which is first to go in your mind, the belief in God's goodness or in God's sovereignty? Describe why you think that is, or how that gets displayed in your life during those hard times.
Naomi judges God because of her circumstances, experiences, and expectations. How are we prone to do the same at times? ... What are some expectations have we put on God for our lives? Where did we come up with those expectations?
Naomi's honesty with God is refreshing in some ways... How do we feel about being honest with God? Why are we timid about this?
Our weakness and lack of control reveal our humanness, our finiteness. How does the truth of the gospel bring hope into the most fearful and anxious situations?
How can we as a community grow in encouraging each other to the hope of the gospel in the midst of chaos and confusion? What are some things that have been helpful to you in your pursuit of God in the midst of pain, suffering, hurt, and frustration?
A sermon by Brad Snyder based on Ruth 1, preached on August 6, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
Setting the Context: Read Judges 21:25 and Ruth 1. * What was the context in which the story of Ruth takes place and what was the ruling/governmental structure in place in Israel at the time? * If you lived in Israel during this time, would you be anxious about the political situation? Are there aspects of it that sound like anything like we experience today? * Have you made choices in the midst of difficult circumstances that seemed right in your own eyes, but didn't work out? In tough times when we're afraid and anxious…sin looks right in our eyes. No one gives into temptation unless they believe what they are turning to will give them what they want. To say it plainly, we give into temptation and turn from trusting God simply because we think what we are turning toward will make us happier! Nobody desires something thinking, this will bring me and those I love destruction and misery…but as people kept doing what they thought was best, things just kept getting worse! - Brad, from the sermon Brad mentioned that the drought in Israel is part of the covenant curses mentioned in Deuteronomy 28:12/22. * Why is this important for understanding the way in which God is interacting with His people? * What was the relationship between Moab and Israel during the time of Ruth? Leaders: Another way to ask this is "how does God use the drought to bring his people back to Himself?" In our series of studies on Ruth and Esther this summer, the theme that has arisen time and time again is the “providence of God." * How Does Brad describe/define the providence of God? * Have you seen God’s hand of providence in your life? What about in the lives of your parents or friends? Leaders: Brad said, "God’s providence basically means how his Control and his Care come together.” And said that Ruth and Esther are "books where everything seems to go wrong, when life seems to be entirely out of his control, when we feel separated from his care, and yet Esther and Ruth show us what we need to know about God in our fear…they show us that God is in control and that he cares!” Brad mentioned that anxiety comes when we try to find our hope, comfort, and meaning in something that’s unstable and uncertain. This is the crossroads where we find Ruth when she chooses between Judah and Yahweh, and Moab and false gods. * How does Ruth respond to this crossroads moment? What is Orpha’s response to Naomi’s entreaties that she stay in Moab? * What are examples of things we often place our trust or hope in? What do we turn to in our fear? * How has this led you to anxiety in the past? * Can you give examples of how God has revealed to you the weakness of unstable objects of hope? Leaders: For Ruth, this was a seminal moment in her life. She isn’t just pledging herself to Naomi, but she is clearly and strongly (with an oath!) putting her faith in the God of Israel. If you’re comfortable sharing or have a poignant example to give, it might be a good opportunity to share some personal experience with God’s mercy to you in the area of trusting God over other good, yet unstable things. God is faithful even in their failures and faithlessness…and he pursues…and we see even their sin and their suffering are redeemed and are wrapped up in his blessing. No matter what you’ve done or what mess you are in…don’t think for a moment that it is to far gone. The point isn’t how Naomi, Orpah, and Ruth got into the mess they're in, but what does God do now that they are there, and how will they respond. - Brad, from the sermon Knowing our Bibles: Often God lavishes his mercy and goodness upon us in the wilderness in order to lead us to repentance - Ruth is a beautiful example of this! The Bible often uses stories to illustrate important principles and gospel truths that can refresh our hearts even thousands of years later. * How does the geography in Ruth 1 hint at the broader concept of repentance? * What literary technique did writers in the Old Testament use to emphasize their point? * Perhaps you’ve grown up in a church environment and have read this story many times in years past; are there things about Ruth that occurred to you on Sunday which you’d not considered before? Leaders: Brad mentioned that our English translations miss this, but Hebrew would repeat the same word over and over over again as a way to reinforce a point. In this case, 10 times in 15 verses the narrator used the Hebrew word “ hub” which means "return." There were several words he could use to communicate that idea, but “shub" is the main word used for turning back to God’s grace and mercy - its a word that means repentance. As Brad said, "There is more happening on this road than a geographic returning to the promised land, the question isn’t just will the return to the land, but will the repent and turn to God? Will they trust him and experience his grace?" The bigger picture: Brad mentioned that Ruth 1 started with a famine and it ends with a harvest. There is bread in Bethlehem...A harvest that came because God visited his people, but there’s a bigger work at play here. * If we look at the end of the book, what descendent eventually comes from Ruth? * How does this illustrate the nature of God’s work in our lives? Does He only work through blessings and good times? Leaders: Ultimately, God brings a worldwide blessing through Ruth - Jesus the Christ will descend from Ruth! God uses the ordinary and mundane along with the suffering to bring about good for all who trust in Him (Romans 8:28). Just like Ruth, we cannot see now how God is using the circumstances in our lives for good, but like Ruth we need to trust in God’s providential care and work in our difficulties and our ordinary days. Takeaway questions for further reflection... * Am I following God to get what I want…or is following God enough for me? * Are there concerns I have that are bringing me anxiety because I’m placing my hope in unstable things rather than in God’s providential care for my life and family? * Do I really trust that God is working through the mundane and the difficult circumstances of my life for my good and his glory? * Am I open to guidance from Christian friends when they see me pursuing a path that seems right to me, but not to others? * How does my heart respond to trials (and...what are my natural inclinations)? Do I grow bitter; do I return to my own gods; or do I trust Yahweh? * Are there people I can encourage with the truth that God is providentially working in even the wilderness of difficulty, or the mundane details of daily life? In the worst times, God is at work. He doesn’t give us all our desires he lovingly teaches us to desire him; and then he gives us himself! Trust him, as Peter says, cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you! - Brad, from the sermon
A sermon by Chris Lawson based on Ruth 1, preached on August 6, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Esther 5-10, preached on July 30, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon preached by Brad Snyder on July 30, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Fear.
DISCUSSION & REFLECTION:
Hey everyone! Here are some things to think about/discuss as families and community groups this week:
“How can people who confess an orthodox creed week after week so easily and completely lose track of the implications of that theology whenever problems emerge in daily life?” Iain Duguid
- Last week, Esther had decided to confront King Ahasuerus in order to save God’s people (“If I perish, I perish…”). In chapter 5 of our passage this week we see her putting together a plan in order to convince the King. We see that Esther is wise and discerning in her plan. She doesn’t just rush in to confront the King, but puts a plan in place that will best enable her success. Brad said “stepping out in faith is not a license for foolishness.”
How can we balance the realities of trusting God with the details of our lives while also making choices and decisions in our day to day lives?
What is a situation in your life currently that requires Godly wisdom and whimsy?
Read Ephesians 2:10. What does it mean to walk in “good works” that God has prepared “in advance”? How does it make you feel knowing that God holds everything in his hand, under his watchful eye, yet you are also responsible for your actions, thoughts, decisions, etc.? Worried? Scared? Hopeful? Safe?
- Proverbs 16:33 “The lot is cast into the lap,
but its every decision is from the LORD.”
Take some time as a group to point out and talk about the seemingly random details that unfolded throughout this story in order for God’s purposes to be accomplished. (As Brad mentioned, it “just so happened” that Haman cast lots that landed on a date a year away, it just so happened the King was drunk and summoned Vashti, etc.)
What does the fact that these intricate details were woven together in such a way teach us about God (who isn’t even mentioned throughout the entire narrative)?
Does the reality that the God of Esther is the same God you worship give you hope for whatever is going on in your life? How?
“All these tragic coincidences that seem to be unraveling God’s plan are actually the thread God uses to knit it together! … precisely at the moment in the story when it seems like God was absent… he was present. When it seemed like he lost control... he was totally in control. When it seemed like sin was reigning and evil was winning… God was on his throne, carrying out his victory!“-Brad, from the sermon
- Consider the clothing worn by Mordecai from the beginning of our passage to the end. He goes from wearing sackcloth and ashes, the clothing of someone who is mourning, to royal robes of the King. It’s quite a transformation!
How does this external change for Mordecai remind us of the good news of the Gospel? (Hint: check out Isaiah 1:18, Philippians 3:21, Luke 9:30)
Brad spoke about the “great reversal” of the Gospel of which this narrative reminds us. Just as Mordecai is honored above all and Haman is hanged on the gallows, on the Cross the only sinless man to ever live was crucified in order that a host of sinners might live.
How does this “great reversal” that we’ve experienced in the Gospel change the way we approach the world, how we do our jobs during the week, how we love our neighbor, etc. ? (Read Romans 8, specifically verses 1, 14-18, 28-39)
- In chapter 4, Mordecai hinted the salvation would come for God’s people “from another place.” It is not clear that he himself knew exactly how God would save them (he just had faith that God would!). In the chapters from this week’s passage, we see this great deliverance come for the Jews that Mordecai was praying for.
Today, as Christians, how do we have assurance that God has saved us and will deliver us in the end? How is it different from the salvation/deliverance for Esther, Mordecai, and the Jews in our passage for this week?
- How does the story of Esther help you to celebrate “Mondays”, or the plodding, everyday, mundane aspects of your?
How does the fact that God cares about the small details of your life draw you into a greater worship of Christ?
How do the truths taught to us by Esther give us joy and strength to continue on even when life is sad, boring, or otherwise forgettable?
“God’s Word dispels despair. It gives us a sure foundation for a hope for our future freedom. We look forward to a final abolition of death, tears, and pain (Rev. 21:4). Christ’s resurrection is the pattern for our resurrection. And, according to Romans 8:21, our resurrection is the pattern for the liberation of creation. Thus Christ is at the center, both for us and for creation... Since He is Creator, He is also Savior and Lord who redeems the entire cosmos from ‘futility’ (Col. 1:18–20)...Redemption reverses the effects of the Fall.” -Vern Poythress
A sermon by Wes Thompson based on Esther 5-10, preached on July 30, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Esther 5-10, preached on July 30, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
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If you haven't shared much with your community group yet, what are some of your biggest fears in life right now? What is causing you anxiety? How do these fears and anxieties affect you? How consuming or prevalent are these fears and anxieties in your life right now?
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Joe talked a lot about pride and humility in this weeks sermon. How is pride a major contributor to our fear and anxiety? How would a heart of humility, a posture of humility towards God, change your tendency to fear or anxiety in whatever situation you are in?
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The desire for significance is not wrong at all, but where we seek that significance and acceptance from often is. Who or what do we often look to to affirm our significance and acceptance?... How do we grow in finding our significance from God? .. How does this impact our fears and anxieties?
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Joe said, "To know and believe that Jesus had to die for us, humbles us.To know and believe that Jesus chose to die for us, affirms us infinitely"... What does it mean to look or to fix our eyes on Christ? How does this lead us to grow in humility, and how could this relieve our fear and anxiety?
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Lacking belief in God's sovereignty and goodness often leads us to fear and anxiety... Throughout your life, how have you grown, or what has been helpful in growing your trust in God's goodness and sovereignty? .. Have you been able to see the impact this has had on fear and anxiety in your life?
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart based on Esther 1-4, preached on July 23, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon preached by Brad Snyder on July 23, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
Here are some thoughts and questions to consider on our passage from Esther 1-4 this week:
“Life is not a straight line leading from one blessing to the next and then finally to heaven. Life is a winding and troubled road. Switchback after switchback. And the point of biblical stories like Joseph and Job and Esther and Ruth is to help us feel in our bones (not just know in our heads) that God is for us in all these strange turns. God is not just showing up after the trouble and cleaning it up. He is plotting the course and managing the troubles with far-reaching purposes for our good and for the glory of Jesus Christ.”-John Piper, “A Sweet and Bitter Providence”
1.When our fears are big and God seems small: One of the most prominent features of the book of Esther is that God is not mentioned anywhere in the book. In fact, it is often evident that the author is extremely careful not to mention God, even when it would make sense to (such as when Mordecai is mourning in 4:1 or when Esther asks the people to fast for her in 4:16). This is one of the reasons why many in church history have sought to exclude Esther from the whole of Scripture. Brad discussed in his sermon why the author’s plan to not mention God is actually helpful in a unique way because it shows us a picture of how all of us often live our lives.
Brad also repeatedly referred to our “what if” fears that each of us face, consider, struggle through on a daily basis. He said that Esther and Mordecai were “people just like us, trying to handle their fear as they face their worst nightmares…people trying and sometimes failing to trust and follow God in their fear and worry.”
-What lies do we tend to believe about God when we are anxious and fearful? Where do these lies come from?
-What are the big “what ifs” that lay heavy on your mind? Do you have worries that keep you up at night? Have you ever felt that your circumstances are too big for God to handle?
-What helps you recognize when you are not seeing God in the midst of these circumstances?
-What does the apparent absence of God in this book teach us about our own lives and how we can rely on God even when we feel like he isn’t there? (check out Hebrews 11:27, 1 Tim 6:16, Job 23:8)
- The Mighty King Ahasuerus: In chapter 1, we see a picture of a king who seems to be extremely self-conscience, prideful, arrogant, and rude. He has to throw big, elaborate, parties to remind himself of his earthly power. Brad pointed out that the name “Ahasuerus” is either mentioned or alluded to around 46 times (!!!) in chapter 1 alone.
-What do you make of the almost comical depiction of this incredibly powerful king that is obsessed with what people think of him?
-How often do we get caught up in defending/promoting our own “kingdoms” opposed to the Kingdom of Heaven? As powerful and influential as we may view ourselves, does the account of Ahasuerus teach us something about what we value, protect, and defend?
-How would your life look different if you lived, not according to the fleeting pleasures of this life, but instead sought to live a life that is pleasing to God, focused on heavenly/eternal things? (Colossians 3:1-5) (Sometimes “faith” looks like “losing”; laying your life down for the sake of others as you follow Christ! John 15:13)
- How our fears drive our decisions:
When Esther was taken to the king’s palace Mordecai essentially ordered her to abandon her Jewish identity, probably out of fear for her safety (2:10-11). On the surface, this might have seemed like a smart strategy for self-preservation, but in reality it was an abandonment of their faith. As Brad said, fear can lead us to believe we have no other options.
-Think about a time in your life, perhaps recently, where an easier choice required you to hide, disguise, or compromise your faith in Christ.
- How does God remain faithful to you despite these choices? (consider: 2 Tim 2:12-13 “…If we disown him he will also disown us; if we are faithless he will remain faithful for he cannot disown himself”)
-How have you seen God’s hand in your life even when you were not faithful? Up to this point, Esther and Mordecai were not exactly “heroes”. They had made a lot of mistakes, and were even hiding their faith. Yet, they both make famous statements of faith in chapter 4 (verses 14-16).Some things to consider:
-Does faithlessness at one point in someone’s life disqualify them from faithfulness at a later time? What does that tell us about God? -What does God's choice of Esther and Mordecai teach us about God's character? (God didn’t use the person with flawless faith that never made mistakes or compromises, he used two people, kind of like us…) (consider Ephesians 2:10, Esther and Mordecai still had to make bold proclamations of faith with their lives!)
- God is in control and he cares.
-In what ways/at what times do you struggle with believing God is in control of your life?
Mordecai responded to the king’s edict with a traditional Jewish form or mourning and repentance- donning sackcloth and ashes (4:1-3). He turned his heart towards God and his faith was fortified such that he had confidence God would deliver them from this death sentence (4:14). As Brad said, we have “big God full of Big Grace.”
-What helps strengthen your faith in times of uncertainty?
-Are there any habits you have cultivated to draw yourself closer to God in times of difficulty?
-How has your faith been affected by drawing near to God in trust verses withdrawing in fear and anxiety?
In verse 16 Esther says “If I perish for my people, then I perish”. Compare her to Jesus who doesn’t just say “if I perish, I perish” but rather says “WHEN I perish, I will perish” in order to save my people. (in fact, as Brad pointed out, Jesus says “When I perish, you will live”(John 10:15-18)). Take a few minutes and reflect upon the ways in which Jesus is a “true and better” Esther by laying down his life to save a multitude of sinners. Why is that important to us? Don’t just assume the fact that this happened, think about how your life is different because of who Jesus is and what He has done for us!
“What if it hasn’t just been a random chaos of tragedy and struggle? What if there is a caring hand that has been in control this whole time? The narrator is committed not to name God, but what Mordecai is saying here is what if God is who we’ve heard he is from all the stories? What if he is Sovereign and Loving? What if he really is in control and he cares? What if your little story is wrapped up in something bigger, something eternal, something glorious? What if your story has a purpose wrapped up in His story? What if its all for such a time as this?-Brad, from the sermon
A sermon by Wes Thompson preached on July 23, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series on Fear.
A sermon by Joe Byler based on Esther 1-4, preached on July 23, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series on Fear.
Discussion Questions:
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Esther is in the middle of a terrible circumstance. What hardship in her story stands out the most to you. What would you find hardest to deal with if you were her?
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We are given great detail about King Ahasuerus’ wealth and power but, as pastor Joe pointed out, God is not mentioned once in Esther. What is communicated by this?
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On the surface it seems like God is absent from this story. By taking a closer look, where can you see God in this story? Can you see Jesus?
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When have you felt like God is absent? What lies are you tempted to believe when God seems absent? How can we fight those temptations?
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What are things to remember so that we we can be confident that God is always with us and in control?
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Are there any ways that you see God’s working, through times where he seems hidden, as good and even beautiful?
A sermon by Geoff Davis preached on July 16, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on fear.
Discussion Questions:
Laying the Foundation: Read Genesis 3:1-11. One of the key points that Geoff wanted to make had to do with the nature of “misplaced fear.”
– How did our misplaced fear and anxiety begin historically?
Leaders: it began with a broken relationship with our creator and a misunderstanding/distrusting of what God’s intentions were in moving toward us in love – Geoff gave the example of how Adam and Even hid from God in shame in the garden. In their sin, they did not trust Him or His intentions toward them.
In Matthew 10, Jesus gives two types of people we can fear – man or God.
– What are some ways that the fear of man is manifested in our lives? What is the end results of fearing man?
Leaders: Geoff mentioned a few ways in which a wrong kind of fear can manifest itself in our lives: Fear prevents us from sharing and treasuring the true gospel; fear tells us that if we open ourselves to love of others, they will reject us; Fear tells us not to trust others; fear obsesses about the future, not trusting God’s providence for our lives.
– On the flip-side of that earlier question is this one: What does a proper fear of God look entail? How is it different than a fear of man? How does Jesus describe His role in the eternal judgment?
Leaders: There is a fear that is reverential, deferential and recognizing of the splendor and majesty of the Creator. Geoff read Psalm 139 which says in verse 14 that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. David realized that God was a holy God, a majestic God, and that ultimately judgment and salvation belonged to Him. Lastly, it is a testament to the divinity of Christ that He claims a divine role in the judgment of all mankind in verses 32 and 33 of Matthew 10. Let us remember that while Christ was fully human, He is also fully God of the universe, reigning in power, and will come back to judge the living and the dead.
In the sermon, the gospel was shown to be the key remedy for an improper fear of man.
– How does the gospel correct our thinking about who to fear? What does the gospel remedy our alienation from God?
Leaders: If alienation from God is the cornerstone to our fears and anxieties, then the gospel is that agent by which we are reconciled to God. Read 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 for more on the reconciliation we have with God. Remember leaders to emphasize that this came at a cost – it wasn’t free. Christ so loved the world that He died – shedding His own blood. Beaten beyond recognition; enduring excruciating pain on our behalf. This was a man who was truly God! This was someone whose heart beat with the mission of reconciliation! Does our heart match that theme? Do we face our fears with those blood bought truths? Remind your group of how far Christ went to ensure that no fear could separate you from Him! (Reading Romans 8: 31-39 could be helpful as well).
Pastor Geoff pointed out that one of the manifestations of a fear of man is a lack of love and a lack of trust.
– Why would that be the case – why is it that fear of man manifests itself in a lack of love?
Leaders: We believe that if we open ourselves up to love others, they will get to know parts of us that are unlovable, leading them to NOT love us! Similarly, when we fear man, it affects our relationships because we can’t really trust people. Jesus repairs this by loving us even when we didn’t engender or deserve His love. Read Romans 5:6-11 and discuss these questions in light of those glorious gospel truths.
Geoff made the point that misplaced fear is a symptom of a more core question: can I trust God?
– What are some of the things God has done in order to enable us to trust him?
– What does trust look like in our lives – and how is that contrasted with some of the ways we fear man?
Leaders: Read 1 John 4:18, and perhaps the Lewis quote below to set the stage. God has set His perfect love upon us. Even though we were sinners, He sought us out, He loved us, and He made us His own. Geoff pointed out that this love coming in the midst of our being made known – fully known – by God is one of the key things we need to take away from the sermon. We can trust Him because He knows all our sins, and yet still sent His son to die for our sins. This is an incredible acceptance, and an incredible grace we have from the Creator!
“Perfect love, we know, casteth out fear. But so do several other things — ignorance, alcohol, passion, presumption, and stupidity. It is very desirable that we should all advance to that perfection of love in which we shall fear no longer; but it is very undesirable, until we have reached that stage, that we should allow any inferior agent to cast out our fear.” – C.S. Lewis
Takeaway: Are there ways in which I am fearing man? How is this manifesting itself in my life (ask a spouse, or close Christian friend to help identify blind spots!)? Am I cultivating a healthy reverence for Christ? Does my heart and mind have a perspective that flows from a fear of the Lord? How does this perspective destroy my craven/sinful fear of man? What scripture am I going to memorize to remind myself of the Lord’s reign and gospel? Who can I speak to and pray with about my fear of man?
A sermon by Chris Lawson preached on July 16, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on fear.
Discussion Questions:
- In a world filled with daily reminders of tragedy and sin in our lives and in our world, Chris began by reminding us that, on some level, we are all victims of fear. He challenged us to consider what those fears are. What do you fear? What are those "what if?" questions in your life? (think on multiple levels - global, local, personal, etc.)
- Chris stated that our fears always affect our thoughts and actions, and often, this can happen in ways that we don't even see. Take a moment to consider how these fears that you shared may be affecting your thoughts and actions. Consider how you may have been numb to those affects. Please share.
- In John 14:1, Jesus suggests that our fear is born out of a lack of true belief in God and Christ. How/when do you see that lack of faith in your life? What does it mean to truly believe in those moments? (If you have time, read 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 where we see a poignant example of Israel depending upon the Lord during a time in need, and the Lord protected them).
- Chris reminded us that the reason we can believe God and trust in Him is because He is totally sovereign and perfectly good. Do you believe this? Which of these two attributes (sovereignty and goodness), do you tend to forget?
- Facing this call to believe in the face of fear, how are we to do it? Chris called us to pursue prayer, Scripture, and community with fellow believers. How can we grow in these areas as individuals and as a Community Group? How can we encourage each other to believe in the midst of our fears?
A sermon by Wes Thompson preached on July 16, 2017 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on fear.
A sermon by Aaron Lockhart preached on July 16, 2017 at Veritas East as part of a sermon series on fear.
A sermon by Geoff Davis preached on July 9, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of a sermon series on fear.
Discussion Questions:
Where does fear originate from? How does fear enter the world in Genesis and where do your fears come from? What worries and doubts sit at the foundation of your fears?
After eating the fruit, God appeared and Adam and Eve were afraid and ashamed. When God moves toward you (through His Spirit, His Word, and His Church), do you tend to respond with fear and shame or with hope and joy?
How are heavenly fear and earthly fear, as Pastor Geoff described them, different? How do each of these fears impact the way we live our daily lives? How do you see each impacting your thoughts and actions
One of the fears Pastor Geoff mentioned was the fear of being "found out" – that if we were to be truly known, no one would want to stand by us. What comfort does Scripture give to this fear? Do you think that this is a community that you can trust to truly know you?
What things do you often use to ease your fears? Food? Alcohol? Gossip? Ignorance? Something else? What promises of God speak to your fears? How do they speak a better word to you than the other things you run to for comfort?
A sermon by Brad Snyder preached on July 9, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of a sermon series on Matthew.\
Reflection: In Genesis 2:18 we read that before sin even entered the world, God says that for man to be alone is “not good.”
- How does God’s character demonstrate the importance and characteristics of marriage?
- When men rebelled in the garden, what were some of the consequences? What did Adam say when God confronted him?
Leaders: Our God is a triune God. He is three in one. God’s design for marriage is to reflect/display his nature. When Adam was confronted in the garden, he blamed the woman - he essentially disowned her in a display of blame shifting and selfishness.
Brad said that by default we approach marriage thinking that love is when another person joyfully fulfills all of "my needs.”
- How does this mindset differ from God’s purpose in marriage?
- And, importantly, how does the truth of the gospel change our conception of the marriage relationship?
- How does it motivate us toward love and self-sacrifice for one another in our relationships? Your wife’s weakness, or husband’s failings, are a gospel opportunity for your marriage to display a glimpse of the love and grace it was created to display! - Brad, from the sermon
Read 1 John 4:7-12. God has created marriage in order to model His character - especially his love - and His gospel. This means marriage was meant to demonstrate forgiveness, mercy and grace in the midst of difficult or seemingly impossible situations. * How did Christ demonstrate His love for us? What was our spiritual situation before His initiating this loving relationship? * In what ways have you seen your spouse, or maybe some godly parents, or role models demonstrate Christ's gospel?
It's not your love that sustains your marriage…it's your marriage that sustains your love!” - Dietrich Bonhoeffer For those of you who are married, think about your marriage and even some of the low and high points you’ve experienced and maybe even some you’ve seen in your friends and parents.
- Knowing that God is sovereign over every circumstance in your life, how do these times remind us of God’s purposes for marriage? Leaders: Marriage can be a very refining instrument in our Redeemer’s hands; He has given us each other to both encourage and to speaking loving truth to each other at times. How has this occurred in your experience? etc.
Re-read Matthew 5:31-32 and James 4:8. Jesus talks about the tragedy of divorce and gives grounds for divorce. Divorce is never entered into with joy, and no Christian ought to desire to initiate divorce.
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What is the promise for those of us going through or dealing with the tragedy of divorce? Leaders: The great promise of Christ is that He is with us in every trial and tragedy, and actually comes alongside us and adopts us into a marriage relationship with him, our great Bridegroom. Jesus knows our sins, He understands our weaknesses and has seen our mistakes. We must call out to Him and ask for help. If we draw near to Him, and He will draw near to us.
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As a follow up: If you are going through separation or contemplating divorce, who are the people in your life that you need to ask for prayer, accountability, and wisdom?
One of the great blessings of being a Christian is having the body of Christ to surround and comfort us, as well as spur us on toward holiness and selflessness. * How does the church community protect us from sin in our marriage? * Where does community breakdown sometimes - i.e. how could we fail even while experiencing good church community?
Leaders: the church body provides us with encouragement, loving - if sometimes hard - gospel truths, and a reminder that we’re not alone in the struggle. But when we forsake honesty, truth telling, and dependence on Christ, we can easily forsake the purpose and blessings of church community. Your greatest hope for joy and fulfillment in marriage, is to look on the grace of the gospel and to see your sin as more fundamental and more problematic than your spouse’s. Because until you take your own sin seriously I don’t think you will be in a place to lovingly but firmly help your spouse through theirs. Jesus said it like this: first take the plank out of your own eye, then you will be able to see to take the speck out of your brothers! Then together you both can fight for your marriage! - Brad, from the sermon
Takeaway Question: Marriage is meant to display the gospel, and how you relate to someone when you sin and they sin reveals your true grasp of the gospel.
- How do you respond when your wife sins and fails…how do you respond when you husband blows it!?
- What do you do when you sin and fail?
A sermon by Wes Thompson preached on July 9, 2017 at Veritas West as part of a sermon series on fear.
A sermon preached by Aaron Lockhart on July 9, 2017 at Veritas East as part of a sermon series on fear.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:27-30 by Brad Snyder, preached on July 2, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:27-32 by Rob Meyers, preached on July 2, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:27-32 by Patrick Knable, preached on July 2, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
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Of what importance is it that Jesus introduces his comments (vs 27) with, “You have heard that it was said…” ? Why did God create marriage? Why is adultery a serious offense?
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How would you define lust? What does our culture think it? How does lust lead to death? What hope do we have in our struggles with lust? (If lust isn’t an intense struggle for you, do you show compassion to those who do struggle with it? Also, lustful thoughts are not limited to men. It is important to address this with women as well.)
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Are there things that you need to cut off that are increasing your struggle with lust? Who do you talk to about your struggles in this area? (If you have never shared your struggle with lust with anyone, consider reaching out to someone in your community group. You are not alone in your struggle and you were not meant to fight it alone. Christ offers forgiveness and hope, and He has given the gift of community to walk alongside you in the midst of this.)
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Jesus does not accept the practice of easy divorce. Through Moses, God instituted a regulation for marriage that upheld the sanctity of marriage and protected the women. Considering the context of these verses and what we read Jesus says, how does this protect women? What are the grounds for divorce we see given here (vs 32)? The Greek word for sexual immorality is porneia. What all does this include?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:27-32 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on July 2, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:21-26, preached on June 25, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:21-26 by Brad Snyder, preached on June 25, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
Framing the Discussion: How should we think about this concept of “anger”? Brad said that a helpful analogy to think of the connection between anger and murder is that anger is the seed and murder is the tree. How does that seed become a tree? (Leaders: Brad said that "just like the only difference between a seed and a tree is time and the right conditions…the only difference between anger and murder is time and the right conditions.”)
"Every time you get angry, or don’t get angry, it says something significant about how you think things should be, and how much you care." - Brad from the Sermon
What does unrighteous anger look like? Another way to think of this is to ask the question "How is anger expressed in our lives?” And: How/why do we get angry in the first place? (Leaders: Brad said that the problem with our anger - what makes it unrighteous - is that we try to determine on our own what is good and what is evil. He said, "We try to take the place of God thinking we know what is right and that our will is supreme! So whenever we don’t get what we want, whenever we don't get our way…we get angry!” So there is a heart issue that is the seed of the tree of anger/murder.)
Three questions to explore step by step: What does righteous anger look like? How was that expressed in the life of Jesus? And: What role does our recognition of other people’s personhood play in our fight against anger? (Leaders: Brad gave the example of Christ’s righteous anger at the Pharisees in Mark 3:1-6 where Jesus gets righteously angry at their hard hearts because they don't care about this suffering image bearer with a withered hand. Brad said that "the righteous and good anger in the Bible always comes from caring about what God cares about and letting him define what's wrong, and what it means to make it right.”) Some quotes to consider here:
“We treat the damage we do with out lips very lightly because we do not see the corpses we leave behind.” - Sinclair Ferguson
“It is a serious thing to live in a society of possible gods and goddesses, to remember that the dullest most uninteresting person you can talk to may one day be a creature which,if you saw it now, you would be strongly tempted to worship, or else a horror and a corruption such as you now meet, if at all, only in a nightmare. All day long we are, in some degree helping each other to one or the other of these destinations. It is in the light of these overwhelming possibilities, it is with the awe and the circumspection proper to them, that we should conduct all of our dealings with one another, all friendships, all loves, all play, all politics. There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. Nations, cultures, arts, civilizations - these are mortal, and their life is to ours as the life of a gnat. But it is immortals whom we joke with, work with, marry, snub, and exploit - immortal horrors or everlasting splendors.” ― C.S. Lewis, The Weight of Glory
Read verse 22 again and note how powerful words are. What was Jesus’ example of this? When we attack other people with violent words, what are we saying about them? (Leaders: We are essentially saying that we don’t value other people - calling someone “a fool”, as Jesus mentioned, is like saying they are worthless. They are literally worth “nothing”, and when we do this, we devalue someone made in the image of God.) A good quote on the power of words from this context:
"We have often murdered one another in mind and heart and thought, have we not? We have nursed thoughts against people which are as foul as murder. ...we have said of another, 'Raca.' Oh, yes, there are ways in which men can be destroyed short of murder. We can destroy a man's reputation, we can shake somebody else's confidence in him by whispering criticism or by deliberate fault finding. That is the kind of thing which our Lord is here indicating, and His whole purpose is to show that all that is included in this commandment: 'Thou shalt not kill.' Killing does not only mean destroying life physically, it means still more trying to destroy the spirit and the soul, destroying the person in any shape or form.” Martyn Lloyd-Jones
Gospel Reconciliation: Read Philippians 2:1-11. Brad said that "Reconciliation is the only thing that brings an end to anger” and that “If anger is the common language of the world, then Reconciliation is the common language in the church!” Two things to dig into: What does this reconciliation of anger look like - How did Jesus describe it? How does the gospel transform our hearts toward reconciliation? (Leaders: Because Jesus fulfilled the law, victory and joy is no longer defined as winning the fight and getting your way. Victory and joy are found through repentance and reconciliation - that Jesus wins. The gospel shows us how differently God handled his anger at those who opposed him from how we handle our anger at those who oppose us - this is at the heart of the Phil. 2 passage. It took Jesus dying, taking the cross for us to reconcile us to God.)
"Our anger, leads us to insult and treat others as nothings in an effort to make ourselves something… while Jesus’s anger at our sin led him to make himself nothing, to make us something" (the righteousness of God - 2 Cor. 5). - Brad from the sermon
Takeaway questions for reflection this week: Assuming that we all have “a problem with anger”, what does anger look like in your life? What does it look like when things don’t go your way? What about when you have to wait on someone or something? Are there people in our lives that we need to forgive, or be reconciled to/with?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:21-26 by Matthew Martin, preached on June 25, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
Pastor Matt began the sermon by discussing this idea of Jesus' authority to say the things he said in the sermon on the mount. Can anyone summarize what Matt was saying in this regard? ... How do you regularly view the words of Jesus? As authoritative, or as something else? Pastor Matt used the phrase "toxic anger." In what ways have you seen anger to be toxic, perhaps in your own life or in the lives of those around you? Matt shared the idea that anger often times comes from reality not meeting up with our previously held desires or expectations. What do you think about this? ... What are some ways you have experienced this recently in your life, unmet expectations leaving way for anger to brew? ... What shapes your desires and expectations? How can we root our expectations in truth? What does the idea of retaliation look like for a Christian? ... How does the idea of "loving your enemies and praying for those who persecute you" (Mt. 5:44) feel? ... What about the gospel allows us to respond in grace and mercy, rather than judgement, anger, and hate? In Genesis 4, Cain answers God saying, "Am I my brother's keeper?". What can we learn about anger from the case study of Cain and Able? ... In Ephesians 4, Paul says that Christians "are members of one another." How can loving Christians aid one another in their pursuit of Christ likeness in regards to this idea of anger?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:21-26 by Paul Allen, preached on June 25, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:17-20 by Wes Thompson, preached on June 18, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:17-20 by Brad Snyder, preached on June 18, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
Sermon Discussion Questions:
Getting Started: As Jesus gets into this portion of the Sermon, what are the people listening to Him thinking? Where have the first verses of this sermon left them mentally/emotionally? Why? So given what Jesus has said in the Beatitudes, what are the people thinking about the law; what about blessing? (Leaders: different people listening to Jesus would have had different thoughts, but shock would have been the universal reaction. They would have been wondering, “what about the law”? That was a huge focus for the Jews - they found their identity in this, and rightly so. But it both crushed them, and made them proud. So "some are celebrating and some are furious” said Brad. This is the backdrop to this passage 17-20).
Defining Our Terms: When Jesus says, “the law and the prophets”, what is He referring to? (Leaders: the entirety of the Old Testament Scripture).
Brad mentioned that there are at least four ways in which Jesus “fulfills the law”, let’s look at some of those (Leaders: as you reviews the points below, point number four might be something you’ll want to spend more time on, so budget your time accordingly!):
First by being the full revelation of God’s character (see Hebrews 1:1-3; John 1:14) - What did this look like in the life of Jesus? How did he manifest the character of God? What attributes do we see in the life of Jesus?
Second by fulfilling what the prophets predicted the coming of the messiah (see Luke 24:25-27). What kinds of prophecies can you recall from the Old Testament that spoke of a coming Messiah? Are there any details that we celebrate - for instance, at Christmas - that relate to this? (Leaders: just a few examples: Gen. 49:10 the Messiah would come from tribe of Judah and have the scepter; Ex. 12 Jesus the passover lamb; Deut. 18:15-19 Messiah will be prophet like Moses; 2 Sam. 7:12-16 Messiah will be a descendant of David; Ps. 2 Messiah will be called “God’s Son”; Ps. 22 Messiah will be forsaken, pierced, but vindicated etc. etc.)
Third by perfectly fulfilling/obeying the requirements of the law - not just outwardly but by having the perfect heart, rejecting the superficial observance of the law (see Hebrews 4; 2 Cor. 5:21; 1 Peter 2:22). Why was it so important that Jesus was obedient to the law and to the Father? How does this matter to us even now 2000 years later - and specifically what does it mean for us personally?
Fourth by fulling the entire story of redemption and the history of God’s people - all history points to Jesus. And this transforms how we look at history (especially redemptive history in the Bible). How do stories like David and Goliath get transformed when we realize that they are NOT about us, but about Jesus? How does this change your approach to Bible, and also living out the Christian life? Are there other stories in the Bible which you can see pointing to Christ in a similar way? (Leaders: When we see Jesus as the one who fulfilled the law, and the one to whom history points, we see that these men were simply “types” who pointed forward to "the perfect”. There are certainly aspects of these men and women that demonstrate the fullness of Christ’s character, but they were all men like us. Read Hebrews 11 for more examples of this!)
Its not the question of Jesus’ relation to the Law that is in doubt but rather its relation to him! - D.A. Carson
Do Christians pick and choose aspects of the law to obey? Brad explained that one way to think about the Old Testament law is to separate it into “civil, ceremonial, and moral” aspects - though there are definitely some overlap between these. Without spinning wheels working to divide them all up, how can we see how Jesus fulfilled the civil law? What about the moral law? Has the ceremonial law completely passed away? How has Jesus transformed/fulfilled this aspect of the Old Testament? How does this affect our walk with Christ today? (Leaders:
For all the Old Testament and the Law, we can ask "How does this point me to Jesus, and if He fulfilled this then how should I live?" - Brad, from the sermon
For new covenant Christians - the church - what does it look like to obey the law today? Do you obey the law of Christ merely from outward conformity? There is nothing righteous about obeying to simply be accepted. Therefore, how do we rightly obey? What does that look like in your family life? In other words, what do we expect from our kids - do you mirror Christ-like obedience? What would that look like?
Looking a bit at how legalism works in our lives…Brad mentioned that while the legalism of the Pharisees certainly added a great burden to the lives of Jews, it also prevented them from dealing with heart issues. What are some of the ways that we reshape the law of God to make it more palatable to us? Put another way, how have we/you insulated your life from dealing with heart issues? Have you ever implemented rules or practices that started with good intent, but ended up preventing you from dealing with heart issues by becoming the focus of your efforts?
Jesus loves you too much to abolish the law, and he loves you too much to let the law condemn you! So what does he do? He came to Fulfill it for you! He lived a perfect (righteous) life...but he didn’t only fulfill the law by being obedient to it, he fulfilled the punishment the law demands for someone whose broken it and rebelled against it! He fulfilled the punishment you owed and he fulfilled the righteousness you need to be accepted into the Kingdom of Heaven! - Brad, from the sermon
What are the consequences of Christ’s fulfillment of the law for our lives today? (Leaders: we are accepted by God because of His grace. We can walk in grace, knowing that we can stop running from the law, and let it drive us to our need for Jesus. Let the law do its work to let it lead you to grace.)
A sermon based on Matthew 5:17-20 by Joe Byler, preached on June 18, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
Discussion Questions:
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What does it mean that Christ came to “fulfill the law”? How is this third way better than if he had said that he came to “abolish the law” or “enforce the law”?
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What does Christ’s fulfillment of the law mean for us as Christians in regards to our relationship with God?
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If the law is fulfilled, what place does it have in the life of a Christian? What laws still apply to us – all, some, or none? Think categorically in terms of moral (relational laws between people and God), civil (governing laws of the land), and ceremonial (sacrifices, cleansing, etc.) laws
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In day-to-day life, what does it look like for you to live in light of this truth of the fulfillment of the law in Christ? How do you address sin in your life? How do you pursue righteousness?
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The Psalmist says he delights in the law of God. What about Jesus can allows us to say we delight in God's law?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:13-16 by Joe Byler, preached on June 11, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions:
In what ways is our identity as Christians unique and distinct from the world around us? Explore this on two levels: first, corporately as The Body of Christ; and second, individually as people in specific situations.
With our unique identity of salt and light, what is our distinct purpose in the world?
What is Jesus instructing us to do? How can you apply this instruction to your life?
Do you feel a resistance in yourself to Jesus' call to be distinct in the world? Why?
In what ways do you find yourself being tempted to blend into society?
How can you be more obedient to Jesus' call to be salt and light.
How does God enable us to live in line with this call to new identity?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:13-16 by Jeremy Hart, preached on June 11, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:13-16, preached on June 11, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:13-16 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on June 11, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:10-12 by Jason Fisher, preached on June 4, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:10-12 by Chris Lawson, preached on June 4, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions
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Chris began his sermon with a recap of the beatitudes. Are there any specific things from the past few months in Matthew that you feel like God has been impressing upon you? … What has been your overall takeaway or sentiments towards the beatitudes?
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The first of two main points of the sermon was, “Why Jesus followers should expect persecution.” How does the beatitude of persecution connect to the beatitude of peacemaking which comes before it? What other things were mentioned as reasons that Christians might experience persecution?
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Sometimes we may think of Christian persecution as only the “severe” cases that occur in other countries that have animosity towards the faith. While this is very, very real and we should pray for our Christian brothers and sisters experiencing this around the world, what are some ways that we may face persecution here in the US as we boldly live out our faith? ..... How does this idea make you feel? What fears do we have? What aspect of the gospel do we fail to believe when we when we run away from persecution at all costs
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What are some specific ways that you have experienced persecution in some form for being a Christian? When we feel the nudge of the holy spirit to step out in some way to share the gospel, or live out our faith, why are we so quick to subdue that feeling and take an easier route? What is the cost of continuing to do this?
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Chris mentioned that part of the purpose of the beatitudes is to show us how we can never live up to the standard of God. Even in regards to this idea of persecution, that is true. Jesus was the only one who was perfectly obedient and bold in his faith… How do you wrestle with the tension of these truths?
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The 2nd point of the sermon was, “How Jesus followers can endure persecution.” Spend time discussing this. What reasons did Chris mention from scripture? How do these ideas fuel your desire to boldly and confidently live out your faith, by the Spirit’s power?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:10-12 by Brad Snyder, preached on June 4, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions:
RECAP: Before this study, how did you think of the Beatitudes? Brad talked about how the beatitudes are not a sort of menu to choose from, but rather they all hang together and are interconnected. Leaders it might be helpful to give a recap by reading this quote from John Stott (below) and asking
"The beatitudes paint a comprehensive portrait of a Christian disciple. We see him first alone on his knees before God, acknowledging his spiritual poverty and mourning over it. This makes him meek or gentle in all his relationships, since honesty compels him to allow others to think of him what before God he confesses himself to be. Yet he is far from acquiescing in his sinfulness, for he hungers and thirsts after righteousness, longing to grow in grace and in goodness. We see him next with others, out in the human community. His relationship with God does not cause him to withdraw from society, nor is he insulated from the world's pain. On the contrary, he is in the thick of it showing mercy to those battered by adversity and sin. He is transparently sincere in all his dealings and seeks to play a constructive role as a peacemaker. Yet he is not thanked for his efforts, but rather opposed, slandered, insulted, and persecuted on account of the righteousness for which he stands and the Christ with whom he is identified.” -John Stott
Re-Read Matthew 5:1-12. Now that we’ve come to the conclusion of the Beatitudes, what would you say the blessed life looks like? Who are those who are “blessed” in the eyes of Jesus? (Leaders: recap the upside-down kingdom of Christ from previous weeks).
On Sunday morning we got into the final beatitude which is repeated for us in verses 10-12. What is the righteousness that leads to persecution? (Leaders: Brad said that “the type of righteousness that leads to persecution is the life that flows from a relationship with Jesus; a life that is lived by his grace as a citizen of His Kingdom! A life that looks like everything he’s said so far in the Beatitudes!”)
Read 1 Peter 2:9-12. Why would leading a life flowing from a relationship with Jesus lead to persecution? (Leaders: The values of the kingdom of God are diametrically opposed to the values and aim of the kingdom of heaven. The more people pursue these aims, the more they put themselves at odds with the aims of the world and what the world considers “blessing”…this will lead to persecution. In fact, leaders, a good follow up to this would be that if you don’t experience any kind of persecution, what is missing in your walk with Christ?).
Have you ever experienced a time when the values of the kingdom and your relationship with Christ have led to persecution, suffering or trials? What was your reaction and how was your walk with Christ affected during that time?
How did Brad describe the way we ought to respond to the sin and brokenness of the world? How does the world respond to sin? (Leaders: We need to respond with tears of compassion and with the truth of the Gospel. We need to mourn over sin. The world not only excuses sin, but celebrates it and boasts in it - as a follow up question, you might ask “what are we to boast in?").
Read 2 Corinthians 2:14-17. How will our responses to the brokenness and sin of the world lead to persecution? (Leaders, the quote below might help clarify discussion once some discussion has taken place. Note again, that our desires, when they are godly, are on a collision course with those aims of the world).
"The Kingdom of the World says you’re blessed when you are self sufficient, when you’re able to fulfill all your desires. Not when you hunger and thirst after righteousness, but when you realize that there is no such thing! When make your own standard and you do whatever works for you. And when you come hungering and thirsting for righteousness… valuing and desiring something totally different... to see it in every aspect of your life, to see it bring justices and rightness to everything and everybody… That hunger and thirst for righteousness to grow personally in your life and to reign socially in everyone’s lives… that will lead you to be attacked by both the self-righteous religious people… and the rebellious irreligious people!” - Brad, from the sermon
Read 1 Peter 4:12-16, James 1:2-4 and Romans 5:1-5. What should our reaction be to suffering and persecution in this life? Put another way, what is the Biblical reaction to what we face in this world? OR - are we spending our lives working to avoid trials? Where does the power and the strength come from to react in a godly way? What is the ultimate results of these trials? (Leaders, stress that we shouldn’t be surprised by the suffering and the persecution, but that we ought to expect it and rejoice in it, knowing that it signifies our adoption into the family of God. Remind your group of John 15:11, and that joy and happiness are major themes in the Bible because Jesus knows that sin never delivers on its promises. Jesus is promising a kingdom that will bring the joy we deeply desire - true fulfillment - he is saying these things for our joy).
What kind of joy is Jesus specifically talking about? Knowing that in the Bible joy is almost always mentioned alongside of suffering and pain, what does joy look like in the midst of suffering? Have you ever experienced this kind of joy? Can you tell off a time that you’ve experienced joy through a season of trial?
"Almost all of the conflict in your life comes from the fact that you are trying to build a Kingdom in the World that is all about you! And the more you live in the illusion of that Kingdom, the more uncomfortable you will be, the more anxious you will be, the more empty you will feel, the more bitter you will be toward others, the more you will be disappointed and alone. But Jesus is promising you a kingdom of comfort, security, satisfaction, mercy, where you will see his face and be called his son!” - Brad, from the sermon
Takeaway: Brad gave several examples of martyrs who had suffered and died for being a Christian. He said, "If you're wondering if your faith is strong enough to face the persecution they faced… it isn’t! Because God doesn’t give grace for you to overcome trials and sufferings that you aren’t facing” We are called to look forward to joy through the persecution in our lives. So this week, meditate on Hebrews 12:1-2, and ask ourselves these questions: Where is God calling you to trust him? Where is he calling you to mourn? Where are you needing to be meek? Or merciful? Where is he calling you to purity? Or to make peace? Will you lean on God's grace and trust him in you office? In you class? In your Neighborhood?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:10-12 by Wes Thompson, preached on June 4, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions:
(1) In what ways are Christians persecuted nowadays?
(2) Have you ever faced persecution for your faith in Jesus?
(3) If you’re a Christian, and you’ve never experienced persecution, what do you think that says about your faith?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:9 by Brad Snyder, preached on May 28, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:9 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on May 28, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon preached on May 28, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series in Matthew.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:9 by Joe Byler, preached on May 28, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions:
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Every culture, society, and kingdom has values that shape and define it. The Beatitudes put on display the values of the Kingdom of Heaven. Which kingdom is on display in your values? Which kingdom is at work in your life?
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What is peace biblically (shalom)? How is this different than the peace we often seek and settle for in our own lives, relationships, and communities?
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How is peacemaking connected to our reconciliation to God through Christ? In what ways are we compelled as believers to participate in the divine work of peacemaking?
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What is the difference between peacemaking and mere peacekeeping? Where is peace (shalom) missing in your Community Group and in your neighborhood? What does peacemaking look like in these areas?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:7-8 by Joe Byler, preached on May 21, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions:
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At the beginning of the sermon, Joe talked about how scripture can shape us, challenge us, and change us. When we come to the bible, do we view it in this way? Why or why not? … How else are we tempted to view scripture?
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What did you think of the differentiation presented between the “worldly” mercy/philanthropy and the biblical definition of mercy? … If you truly look at your motives, what really propels you to show mercy to others?
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What are some specific ways that God might be calling you to show mercy to those around you in your life, community, and in our city? … How can your community group join you in this, or encourage you in this?
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When somebody talks about the idea of “seeing God”, describe some thoughts, feelings, ideas, that come to your mind… What stood out from the sermon in regards to the condition of our hearts, and our ability or inability to “see God”?
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Pastor Joe preached what the bible says, that we are deathly sick, headed away from God, our hearts are deceitful, and we are dead in our trespasses and sins. Where does Jesus fit into all of this? … How does the gospel impact us, both in regards to our interaction with mercy and purity?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:8 by Brad Snyder, preached on May 21, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions:
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Defining our terms: In the sermon, Brad defined having a “pure heart” as not having a divided heart or will. How does the Bible conceptually speak of the "heart”? In other words, what things are included in the definition of what the heart is. Similarly, what is the kind of purity Jesus is talking about? What do you think of when you hear the word purity? (Leaders: the "heart" is more than simply the seat of emotions, it is the core of who we are, the will, and includes our deepest motivations. Purity is what is right,100% unmixed and thoroughly clean or in this case righteous. Purity is the lack of division - think of gold that is not mixed with anything else and free from all impurities).
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We are all seeking some kind of fulfillment, or "awe" as Brad mentioned. What are some indicators or things we do that substitute for that which only God can give? (Leaders: one example from the Sermon is that Often times it is what we put before our eyes that indicates that which we are seeking fulfillment in. TV, pornography, talk radio, etc - follow up question for digestion might be "what do you put before your eyes?")
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How do we gain a pure heart? What must happen? (Leaders: In an important sense, God must first act in our lives in order for us to “see God.” There is this initial reaching out of God into our hearts to call us to Himself, that begins the relationship, the communion with Himself.)
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Now, once a believer has been born again, what does it look like for a believer to have a “pure heart”? How do we keep a pure heart? (Leaders: in an ultimate sense, we are pure before God because we have the final and finished atonement of Jesus, and God will keep that purity before his eyes because of the finality and perfection of Jesus. Yet in this life in the process of sanctification, We can draw near the Lord in assurance despite our stumbling (Hebrews 4) We are welcomed in as sons and daughters.)
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Read Exodus 34:5-9 and 2 Corinthians 3. What did it mean in Exodus for Moses to want to behold the face of God? What happened as a result to his face? What happens to the believer when He beholds Christ in His Word? What Member of the Godhead is working these things out in our lives day-to-day? (Leaders: Brad mentioned that we become what we behold. We must put the word of God and His gospel before our eyes. This will transform us. It will change our hearts and minds and purify us. That is the promise Paul conveys in 2 Corinthians).
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If beholding God in His word has a transformative effect, what are some of the things in our lives keeping us from being pure in heart? How can we weave into the liturgy of our lives the things that help us walk in purity?
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How can we help encourage each other in the context of the church toward purity in heart? (Leaders: our community groups and fellow believers
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Read 1 John 3. What is the great hope of the future as described and how does it relate back to what we "behold"?
Takeaway: The concept of the “heart”, like so much of Jesus’ teaching reminds us that God sees a part of us - the essential part - that others don’t see. It begs the question: Who are you when no one is looking? If God sees what is unseen, what impurities is He looking at? What do we have to confess? It’s also a great reminder that despite what He sees, He has set His love upon us and saved us - he Has made us pure in Christ and invited us into communion with Him! This week remember the God who sees you for who you are and yet doesn’t let you stay that way, but redeems and rescues you for relationship and mission to reconcile others.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:8 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on May 21, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon by Rob Meyers, preached on May 21, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:7 by Brad Snyder, preached on May 14, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:7 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on May 14, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:6 by Joe Byler, preached on May 14, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:5 by Joe Byler, preached on May 7, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:6 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on May 7, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:6 by Wes Thompson, preached on May 7, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "Blessed" series.
Reflection:
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Reflect on popular God substitutes in our context [love, money, power].
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What do you think righteousness looks like?
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What are some ways we can better conform to Jesus instead of the world around us?
A sermon based on Matthew 5:6 by Brad Snyder, preached on May 7, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:5 by Wes Thompson, preached on April 30, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:4-5 by PJ Wenzel, preached on April 30, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Blessed" series.
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REVIEW: In the Beatitudes, we’re learning about what it means to be “blessed”. What is the typical way in which the world thinks of blessing? How does scripture speak of blessing? (Leaders: To be blessed is to be the recipient of divine approval and intimacy - not just temporary emotional happiness.)
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The idea of “mourning” is a powerful one. Jesus knows that we have all experienced this emotion, but how does He redirect this idea? In other words, when He speaks of mourning here, what is He wanting us to mourn over? (Leaders: the context of this passage indicates that mourning over our sin is in view)
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Despite our mourning, what are some of the ways in which we are comforted right now, and in the future?
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Can you think of a time, and perhaps share with us, when you were comforted in your own mourning over a loved one? (Leaders: the idea here is to allow some interaction and opening up of past times of difficulty; seeing how ingrained the idea of mourning is to us - we have all mourned. Then to show how seriously we must take our sin, and to approach brokenness with the same care and comfort that Christ has for us - remind them of Hebrews 4:15-16 and what Samuel Rutherford says, “Christ chargeth me to believe his daylight at midnight.”).
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In verse 5, Jesus says the “meek” will inherit the earth. Meekness is an odd word that we don’t use everyday…so what does it mean? (Leaders: meekness variously defined as “power under control” or “having a right view of oneself” or even closely associated with the biblical idea of spiritual weakness and neediness. It would be a great idea to read 2 Corinthians 12 together and be reminded of God’s power perfecting us in our weakness. Share times of weakness together, and how God’s power has been manifested in and through them. Also, John Newton’s hymn stanzas are below for encouragement).
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How was meekness displayed in the life of our Lord? Read Philippians 2:7-11 discuss what Christ gave up, how He modeled meekness for us, and how we can follow His example. Similarly, can you think of a time in the life of Jesus when He modeled spiritual mourning? (Leaders: think of how Jesus wept over Jerusalem, Luke 19:41-44, and over the death of Lazarus, John 11:35. Sin had brought about unbelief and death. Discuss how serious this is, and how strongly Jesus felt about what he saw).
John Newton’s two stanzas were used to end the preaching time this week:
Now I despond and mourn no more, I welcome all I fear'd before Though weak, I'm strong; though troubled, blessed For Christ's own pow'r shall on me rest.
My grace would soon exhausted be, But his is boundless as the sea; Then let me boast with holy Paul, That I am nothing, Christ is all.
A sermon based on 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 by Nick Nye, preached on April 30, 2017 at Veritas Short North.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:4 by Wes Thompson, preached on April 23, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:4 by Joe Byler, preached on April 23, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Blessed" series.
In his sermon, Jeremy mentioned that in our culture, we tend of think of blessing circumstantially or in terms of our happiness. For instance, we say “have a blessed day”, which means have a smooth day with no problems. We talk about having a "blessed life”, which means to have things easy and comfortable. But what does Jesus mean by “blessed"? (Leaders: Jeremy explained that to be “blessed" means to be the recipient of divine favor and approval. This is not simply emotional happiness - though it results in these things. Another way to explain this is that joy comes to those who have favor and intimacy/relationship with God).
Matthew 5:3 says that those who are “poor in spirit” will be blessed. What does Jesus mean when he says “poor”? (Leaders: Jeremy mentioned that the word “poor” here is defined as “abject poverty”, having nothing, and also having no skill or ability to earn. The person’s survival depends completely on others - just as we depend completely on God.) How does the holiness of God remind us of our spiritual poverty? (Leaders: Jeremy explored the parable of the tax collector and the pharisee in Luke 18, and explained that every person who is poor in spirit sees that the holiness of God exposes the offense of our sin).
Pastor Jeremy highlighted that Jesus says the kingdom “is” (present tense) possessed by those who are poor in spirit. He explained the nature of the kingdom is both future - at the second coming - and also present. But in what ways do the poor in spirit experience this kingdom now? (Leaders: The poor in spirit experience the kingdom now as recipients of grace. They see their desperate state in contrast to the holiness of God and are blessed by His mercy and forgiveness). As Jeremy mentioned, the kingdom of God has already been inaugurated and has “invaded” our world and our lives through the work of the Spirit since Jesus’ ascension. Can you share of a time when God’s grace seemed to invade your life in a very apparent and obvious way?
Takeaway: How has His grace contrasted and overcome the “old man” of your sinful nature? Is your mindset reflective of pride or spiritual poverty? This week, depend fully on God, knowing that it is those who are spiritually impoverished who are blessed, both now and in the consummated kingdom.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:4 by Chris Lawson, preached on April 23, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on John 20-21 by Wes Thompson, preached on April 16, 2017 at Veritas West on Easter Sunday.
Discussion Questions:
(1) Why is it significant that Jesus rose from the dead?
(2) How can we better heed Jesus’ call in John 20:21?
(3) Do you relate to Weeping Mary, Doubting Thomas, or Peter?
A sermon based on John 20-21 by Brad Snyder, preached on April 16, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village on Easter Sunday.
Discussion Questions:
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Describe what you think must have been going through the mind of Peter when he jumped out of that boat! What about Mary at the tomb? How would you react if a close friend was resurrected from the grave?!
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Brad read from John 20:17 where Jesus speaks to Mary about his coming ascension. Jesus' statement strongly indicates a truth later expounded by Paul, namely that we are adopted into the family of God. Read romans 8:14-16 and discuss. Have you ever thought about your relationship to God in adoptive terms? Many of us have grown up without either a mom or a dad. Talk about what it means to you to have God bring you into His family.
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In the sermon, Brad gave the example of the “fallen fisherman” Peter before the resurrection (Luke 5) and after the resurrection (John 20/21) and how his reactions to Jesus differed. The question posed by Brad is worth pondering again: where do you go, and what do you do when you sin? Do you run from Jesus in shame, or do you run to Jesus for restoration and forgiveness? Another way of approaching this might be to ask your spouse or a close friend in the church if there is a pattern that they see in your life one way or another.
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In a part of our text from Sunday (John 20:24-31) Jesus encounters Thomas, the disciple who had verbally doubted his resurrection. On paper it seems out of place because of all we had read preceding the account about Jesus appearing alive to Mary, and the angels at the tomb etc. But if you were in his place, could you blame him? Even those of us who have been Christians for a long time have moments of doubt about our faith, and Thomas’ story serves as a great reminder of God meeting us where we are. How did Jesus react to Thomas when they met? What was Thomas’ response - namely, how did Thomas regard the post-resurrection Christ? Have you ever had doubts in your walk? What brought you comfort and restoration?
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At one point or another, we all think about death. What it will be like, how it might happen, and what comes after. How does Jesus’ resurrection change your outlook on your own death? Have you had family members or friends die who did not know the Lord? In light of Christ’s conquering death (Colossians 1), how does this reality change our discussions with doubting friends? How about friends who we have been hesitant to share the gospel with?
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Takeaway: This week praise the Lord for bringing hope out of death, and for sealing our redemption with ultimate victory of death. Remember that we are united to Him in his death, and therefore also in His resurrection (Romans 6)! If people you’re close to - friends, neighbors, family - who don’t know Jesus came to your mind over the Easter weekend, think about how you can share your Easter with them. Perhaps tell them about the message, and what brought you renewed hope and refreshed joy.
A sermon based on Hebrews 2:14-15 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on April 16, 2017 at Veritas East on Easter Sunday.
A sermon based on John 20:1-18 by Joe Byler, preached on April 16, 2017 at Veritas Short North on Easter.
A sermon based on Matthew 5:1-3 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on April 9, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Blessed" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 5 by Brad Snyder, preached on April 9, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Blessed" series.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
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Do you identify with the feeling that life is pretty hectic, and that finding times for the Bible is difficult? Do you feel like you're able to slow down and listen to Jesus and his word? Brad mentioned that Matthew 5:1-2 is written in such a way that Matthew is slowing down his narrative, so that we will stop, and really pay attention to what comes after. As a group, discuss how to insert some intentionality into your life in order to slow down and listen to Jesus’ word. Are there things you’ve done in your day/schedule to make time for others, and especially for Jesus, more likely to happen? If you have a routine to prepare your heart for Sunday morning, it may encourage the group to hear that as well!
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The Sermon on the Mount is one of the most familiar passages in the Bible - even to unbelievers know many of the passages well. On Sunday, Brad spoke about how to rightly approach these chapters. How have you thought about the Sermon in the past? Are these guidelines to aim at, a set of impossible/unrealistic tasks, or something else? (Leaders: Brad said that here Jesus is preaching a sermon telling us what we need to repent of and turn from, what we need to turn to, and what the Kingdom is like).
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Read Matthew 5:21-48 together. It certainly seems that Jesus is demanding far more from his disciples than even the Old Testament Law demands. He even ends this section saying “You must be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” But what kind of perfection is Jesus aiming at? In other words, is he aiming at a perfect outward conformity to the law, or something even deeper? (Leaders: Brad mentioned that Jesus is essentially saying "In my Kingdom, I’m not going to settle for only obedient actions, I want your heart conformed to mine. You must reflect the image your heavenly Father!")
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How can Jesus demand so much of his disciples? Could Moses have ever preached that adultry went beyond outward actions, or that murder is first manifested in an angry heart? Discuss some of the differences between the expectations of the Mosaic Law and what Jesus is saying here (Leaders: the key differences between the law of Moses and the Sermon on the Mount are that the law could never save us but only drove us to a need for God/Christ’s grace, and that in His new covenant Jesus has given us a heart of flesh and his own Spirit. He never asks us to do something He won't help us do. He is aiming at changing our hearts, knowing that actions will follow).
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In chapter seven, Jesus describes those working to get into the kingdom of heaven as thorny bushes trying to produce fruit, as those following a wide path when a narrow one is required, and as those building their house on a foundation which would never meet Upper Arlington's building codes! After three chapters of learning about what people in this kingdom look like, we realize that Jesus also has an odd way of bringing people into his kingdom: how does he do it? How did He make a way into this kingdom, and how does one enter it? (Leaders: These questions lead us back to the cross, the only place Jesus went on Earth where his disciples could not follow. The cross is central to understanding our entrance into the kingdom of God, and must be brought to the fore again and again as we gratefully contemplate and discuss life in the kingdom).
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Closing: let's read through the beatitudes together, and praise God that Jesus surrendered the blessedness of heaven, becoming a curse, so that we may inherent the blessedness of salvation, the joy of a kingdom, and hope eternal life.
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Takeaway: How concerned are you with outward conformity to self-created (or even biblical) standards, rather than first surrendering the main object of Christ's attention, your heart? This week spend some time with the Lord. Slow down, and perhaps slowly read through the Sermon on the Mount; drawing near to the Lord in prayer, examining your heart, and confessing ways you might have tried to earn a righteousness that Christ has already paid for.
A sermon preached by Nick Nye on Matthew 5, preached on April 9th, 2017 as part of the "Blessed" series.
Discussion Questions:
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For whom was the Sermon on the Mount intended? What is its purpose and relevance?
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Discuss the 2 questions presented in the sermon- Is Jesus’ teaching authentic? Is Jesus’ teaching attainable?
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What are the Beatitudes? How does our culture define “blessed”? As Christians, how do we define it? What is the upside down kingdom?
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What does it mean to be “poor in Spirit”? How do we attain it? What is given to us when we confess our spiritual bankruptcy?
Consider memorizing Matthew 5:1-12 as a group this week.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:18-25 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on April 2, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Follow Jesus" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:18-25 by Chris Lawson, preached on April 2, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Follow Jesus" series.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
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Beginning in verse 19, Jesus told two sets of brothers to “follow” Him. What did that look like for those guys? Things are a little different today, but what remains the same? (i.e. how do we follow Jesus? Leaders: Chris talked about how Jesus was calling us not only to listen to His words, but to emulate Him - He was calling people to be conformed to His image - 2 Cor. 3:18 might be a good reference for discussion).
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What was the difference between the way that Rabbis in Jesus’ day gained disciples, and the way that Jesus added disciples/followers? Why is it all the more remarkable that Jesus, the Son of God calls his followers in this way? (Leaders: Chris mentioned that rabbis would never seek after followers, but would have them come based on their reputation as a scholar etc. Whereas Jesus tracks down His sheep, calling them all by name).
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In verses 20 and 22 Matthew records that the two sets of brothers “immediately” left their fishing in order to follow Jesus’ call. What characteristics of Jesus does this showcase? What kind of power do we see his words having in Scripture over everything (Consider Heb. 1:3, and the power of his words in the immediate context: 4:10; 4:23-24)? Something to meditate on: Do you believe His words are sovereign over the hearts of mankind? (Leaders: Chris referenced Romans 8:28-30, and it might be good to read those verses together again).
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When Jesus preached about the kingdom (verse 23) of heaven. Let’s talk about from a few different angles…first, what kind of kingdom was He referring to? What did it look like to these people? What were they expecting the kingdom to look like? What should it look like today in our church and lives? What will it eventually look like when He returns?
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During Jesus’ ministry, he healed so many people that his fame spread throughout the entire region (vs. 24). What motivated Christ to heal and preach to people in these far off people in small villages? If someone were to ask you “why” He would do this, how would you describe His driving ambition? How do we see this heart ultimately shown on the cross?
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How did Jesus conduct Himself during His ministry - put another way, what characterized His attitude toward people He interacted with (even people He didn’t know, complete strangers)? How should Christ’s example stir us to good work and love of our neighbors? What can we do to love and serve others as Christ did, both in word and in deed?
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Takeaway: When Christ called his disciples, they left behind and sacrificed a great deal, to follow him and be fishers of men with him. Something to consider in the week ahead is this: What have I left behind to follow Christ? Am I still clinging to an old life and old priorities that no longer fit with a life devoted to the King of kings? Am I fishing for others to follow Jesus?
A sermon based on Matthew 4:18-25 by Wes Thompson, preached on April 2, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "Follow Jesus" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:18-25 by Nick Nye, preached on April 2, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Follow Jesus" series.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
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James and John left their father in order to follow Jesus. What sacrifices have/do you make to follow Jesus? Was it difficult? If so, what made it so difficult? What reward do we have to look forward to?
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Following Jesus is more than just knowing facts and rules - it's following a person, watching how he lived and died. How does your relationship with Jesus influence your learning/obedience? ... When you think of learning/obedience in regards to your relationship to Christ, what thoughts/feelings come to the surface?
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Following Jesus means intentionally telling people about him. Do you feel nervous about telling people about Jesus? Why? How does the end of Matthew speak to our fears?
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Following Jesus means doing deeds of love for all kinds of people, with all kinds of needs. How does this relate to being an "ambassador of the king"? What different kinds of needs do you see around you? How can your group practically respond as ambassadors of the king?
A sermon based on Matthew 4:12-17 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on March 26, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "Follow Jesus" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:12-17 by Brad Snyder, preached on March 26, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "Follow Jesus" series.
Discussion Questions:
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How does the “way by the sea” in verse 15 connect historically with the return from bondage and exile? Why was this area called “Galilee of the Gentiles”? And…what did most people from Jerusalem think of this area? (Leaders: the “way by the sea” was the road that connected Syria with northern Israel, and would have been used by Israelites returning from the Assyrian exile. Re: Galilee, Brad said that the leaders of the nation despised Galilee, and that ever since the Kingdom split after the death of Solomon, the north was seen as a false kingdom with a false king, which promoted animosity between the tribes in the south and those in the north).
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Considering who made up the region of Galilee (vs. 12), how does this showcase God’s heart and Christ’s mission to usher in His kingdom? By extension, how are we a part of that mission? How do we reflect God’s heart to the world? (Leaders: Brad talked about how by spreading the gospel, praying for the sick, and comforting the hurting, we are delivering a foretaste of the kingdom to the world - perhaps discuss how members of your group are involved in this).
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Jesus began his ministry with a very straightforward message: “Repent” and Mark’s gospel adds “and believe." What does it mean to repent, and how is it different than simply “feeling bad” or “feeling guilty” for sin? What is the connection between light and darkness/truth and lies? Perhaps describe how these analogies make sense in your own words. (Leaders: Brad differentiated Biblical concepts from eastern/other religions in his sermon, saying that, “In the Bible light is something that shine on us from the outside, something that dawns on us rather than is developed by us! And this morning Matthew tells us that we are seeing the light that all other light is just an analogy for!”)
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In verse 16, Matthew describes the people in Galilee as a "people dwelling in darkness.” In John 3:17-21, John talks about the darkness as well - how does John describe people’s feelings about darkness? Why do you think we naturally feel this way? What is the anecdote to the darkness in our world and our lives?
(Leaders, maybe review 1 Peter 2:9 and Colossians 1:13-14 which tell of Christ’s calling us out of darkness)
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Pulling back a bit, think about how Jesus started His ministry among a people in Galilee who were back in the land after years of exile, yet, like the people in Isaiah’s time, were still lingering in self-reliance, fear, and idolatry. How similar or different are our neighborhoods/country today?
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In the sermon, Brad introduced the idea of “the upside-down kingdom”, which is a phrase used to describe Jesus’ kingdom. What is meant by this phrase?
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Takeaway: This week, spend some time in prayer, asking God to reveal areas of your life that are still lingering in the darkness - things you don’t want anyone to know about, yet need exposure to the light of the gospel and repentance. Are there people in your community group or circle of influence who are discouraged from encroaching darkness and difficulties? Consider reaching out to them with some encouragement - perhaps sharing some of the scripture we studied this week.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:12-17 by Joe Byler, preached on March 26, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "Follow Jesus" series.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
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Reflect for a minute on this metaphor of light and darkness that we read of in this passage. Consider the properties of light and darkness - how do you see Jesus being a light in darkness? How does he provide sight, clarity, and protection in the midst of darkness?
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If you think about it, darkness is really only the absence of light. As you consider the darkness in your own heart and in the world around you, how do you see it being simply the absence of something? What is missing?
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In the midst of darkness (trial, suffering, temptation, etc.), how do you respond? Do you generally ignore it? Or have your "eyes" becomes used to it - numbing your senses?
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Specifically speaking of your own life, how have you seen Christ shine a light into your darkness?
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How have you seen Christ shine a light into our community, our city, the world?
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How does the reality of people lost in darkness around us spur you on to action? How can you shine this light you've been shown to others?
A sermon based on Matthew 4:8-11 by Brad Snyder, preached on March 19, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "It Is Written" series.
Discussion Questions:
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In Matthew 4:8-11 Jesus faces a third wilderness temptation, this time Satan offers Him all the kingdoms of the world. In what sense was Satan able to make this offer? In what more ultimate way was he really not able to make this offer? (Leaders: tease out the fact that while Satan is often called the god of this age - 2 Cor. 4:4 - and has a great deal of power in the world, yet he is not ultimately sovereign over the created order. There’s some irony here to work through).
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In verse 8 Satan shows Jesus all the kingdoms of the earth in their glory. What was missing in his display of these kingdoms? What did he leave out? Are there any parallels with Genesis 3 - what did he "forget" to mention to Eve?
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In verse 9, Satan’s pre-requisite for giving over all the kingdoms of the world to Jesus is that Jesus “fall down and worship” him. What does this reveal to us about Satan’s ultimate goal in temptation? (Leaders: Brad mentioned that Satan isn't going to disrupt your plans or goals, so long as they don't include the gospel. His goal is to give us our good desires separated and apart from the truth and power of the cross. Satan's goal was to keep Jesus from the cross). Why would Satan want to keep Jesus from fulfilling His role as the Suffering Servant on the cross?
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Even though most of us won’t encounter such an overt demand from Satan to fall down and worship him (vs. 9), can you think of examples where Satan's end goal shows up packaged differently in our lives? Any examples of seemingly great promises that came with (perhaps hidden) pricey caveats? Put another way, are there things that we (or society) often think of as good, but never seem to live up to their promise?
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What does Jesus’ response to Satan in verse 10 reveal about his heart and his priorities? (Leaders: He had desires for God's plan. He didn't settle for lesser things that didn't satisfy).
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Given what we learned from this passage, how do we emulate Jesus in overcoming temptation? (Leaders: Brad mentioned that we can overcome temptation by worship. We are worshippers by nature, as Christians we replace what we worship by nature with affections for God that he cultivates in our heart.)
A sermon based on Matthew 4:8-11 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on March 19, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "It Is Written" series.
A sermon based on Job 1:1 – 2:10 by Dave Harvey, preached on March 19, 2017 at Veritas Short North.
Discussion Questions:
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Dave opened his sermon with the statement “to be a Christian is to be a realist.” What do you take this to mean? How do you see this as true?
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Is there a part of this section of Job that makes you uncomfortable? What/why?
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What is your natural response to suffering and pain?
4.Do you see yourself treating God like he has broken a contract with you when you suffer?
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What can we learn from Job’s response to disaster?
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How do you see our suffering as a way to have our trust in the Lord grown?
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Do you find yourself trying to “let God off the hook” for Job’s suffering? How/why? Do you do this with your own suffering and pain?
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How do you feel about being left not understanding why we suffer? Do you feel owed an explanation or resolution?
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How can we have hope in suffering even without understanding the reason for suffering?
A sermon based on Matthew 4:5-7 by Wes Thompson, preached on March 12, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "It Is Written" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:5-11 byJoe Byler, preached on March 12, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the "It Is Written" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:1-7 by Brad Snyder, preached on March 12, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village as part of the "It Is Written" series.
Discussion Questions:
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As Jesus enters the wilderness in Matthew 4, one of the questions that might come to our minds is this: why did he have to endure this season of testing in the first place? (Leaders - Brad talked about Jesus identifying with us in our weaknesses to 1. sympathize and 2. deliver us - he succeeds where we fail and where Israel failed - Hebrews 4:14-16 is a great reference)
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In Matthew 4:1 it says Jesus was tempted by “the Devil.” On Sunday Pastor Brad quoted C.S. Lewis who said “There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them.” Who is Satan and how should we as Christians think correctly about him? (Leaders, you can reference 1 Peter 5:8 & John 4:4)
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Look at Matthew 4:3 and notice what Satan is taking aim at - Jesus’ hunger. What does Satan normally take aim at in our lives? How/What does he tempt us with? (Leaders: Brad spoke about how he takes aims at our good desires and inclinations and twists them, as well as things naturally appealing to us)
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In verses 4 and 7, Christ overcomes Satan’s temptations and twisting of Scripture with a correct application of Scripture. His example teaches us how important right application of scripture can be in the midst of trial and temptation. How can we be sure we’re rightly applying scripture to our present situation? (Leaders: Brad gave us three steps to aid us: 1. Interpret each passage by what the rest of the Bible says, knowing the Bible doesn’t contradict itself. This rule is “scripture interprets scripture”, 2. Ask yourself if you’re being Christ-centered by applying the question "Did Jesus have to die and rise again for my understanding of this passage to be true?” 3. When in doubt, just keep reading in order to get the full context of each verse - ask yourself how this fits into the surrounding verses/chapter/book.You can remember this rule as “context is king!”).
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The desires of Jesus are on full display in his trial in the wilderness. Ironically, Jesus uses desire to overcome these temptations - how does He do it? (Leaders: Brad said in the sermon that Jesus didn't overcome temptation by simply denying his desires, but by cultivating desires deeper and truer/godly desires that pervade our hearts - we need to do the same by asking God to change our desires as we pour His word into our minds)
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As a takeaway, consider these questions in the week to come: How has testing revealed your heart in the past? And…what kinds of scripture are you memorizing to combat future temptations when they come?
A sermon based on Matthew 4:5-7 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on March 12, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the "It Is Written" series.
A sermon based on Matthew 4:1-4 by Aaron Lockhart, preached on March 5, 2017 at Veritas East as part of the sermon series "It Is Written."
A sermon based on Matthew 28:16-20 by Brad Snyder, preached on March 5, 2017 at Veritas Tri-Village on the fifth anniversary of Tri-Village.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
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Share the story of how you came to Veritas, and a joyful memory that bless God and your group.
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In the sermon, Brad touched on “doubts” that we sometimes get as Christians. How do you (practically) deal with doubts in your life? What does that look like?
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When Jesus tells His disciples that “all authority” has been given to Him, how far does that extend? After listening to Brad’s sermon, were there any areas of life that maybe you had NOT previously considered as practically under his control?
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In Matthew 28, Jesus says He will be with us until the end of the age. Is that something you think about on a daily basis? Has there every been a time when this truth especially comforted you? (Leaders maybe reference Zeph. 3:17)
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What does the 'great commission' look like for your community group this coming year? What practical steps can you take to obey Jesus’ instructions, specifically as a community group (as opposed to simply as individuals)? (Leaders: good opportunity to solicit folks’ ideas and thoughts).
A sermon based on Matthew 4:1-4 by Nick Nye, preached on March 5, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series "It Is Written."
Discussion Questions:
1 . We see in Scripture that testing and blessing go hand-in-hand, but often we believe them to be enemies of each other. Have you ever experienced blessing through the Spirit's testing? How so? Do you think that that blessing would have been as sweet had it not come through the trial of testing?
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The wilderness in Scripture, both for Jesus and for Israel in the exodus, was a place for testing their confidence and reliance upon God. For Jesus and some in Israel, that time brought the strength that comes with a deep, intimate knowledge of God. For others, their shallow confidence was broken and, as it says in 1 Corinthians 10, "they were overthrown in the wilderness." In your experiences of testing and temptation, have you come out on the other side stronger, having tasted the real food and real drink of His presence or were you left a little wrecked without your other supports outside God?
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The devil asked Jesus, "If you are the Son of God…". Sometimes the temptation we face, similarly, asks, "If you were really a Christian, you would do … or you wouldn’t do …". What has the devil used against you like that? Is it true? What does God’s Word say about it?
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Pastor Nick talked about how we can either see the devil excessively, tying everything wrong in our world to his machinations or we can live as if he doesn’t exist or work at all. Nick said that temptation can be anything that vies to distract us from hearing God's voice. How do both errors in thinking about the devil (either too much or too little) distract us from hearing God?
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When Adam & Eve were tempted they ate the fruit. When Israel was tested, they made a golden calf. When Jesus was tempted, though, His unwavering trust in God in the face of it gave us the blessing that God has always intended in the testing of His people. How does that give us hope when we face tests and temptations?
A sermon based on Matthew 4:1-4 by Wes Thompson, preached on March 5, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the "It Is Written" series.
Community Group Reflection:
(1) Spend a few minutes reflecting on temptation. How do you combat temptation in your life?
(2) How does the truth of the Bible help in times of temptation and/or struggle?
A sermon based on Matthew 3:13-17 by Wes Thompson, preached on February 26, 2017 at Veritas West as part of the sermon series "Unfit."
Discussion Questions:
(1) How is the humility of Jesus an encouragement?
(2) In what ways can we live as commissioned people?
(3) Why do we struggle with community and accountability? How can we grow in these areas?
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When Jesus gives the reason for his baptism, He says its was “to fulfill all righteousness”. In the sermon, what explanation was given for the meaning of this statement? And, why was it important for Jesus to be baptized? (Leaders: Note that Jesus came as the representative King of Israel. He would succeed where Israel had failed - we’ll see more of this in chapter 4).
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From what the text (and scholars) indicates, Jesus was fully immersed in the Jordan River before rising up out of the water. Today we still conduct “full immersion” baptisms at Veritas. What is the significance of being fully immersed in baptism?
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Ask if anyone has a baptism story they’d like to share - was anyone here baptized at Veritas? Was anyone baptized as an adult - what led to that decision?
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In verses 16 and 17 the two other members of the Trinity make an appearance. Discuss what this must have meant for the ministry of Jesus (Leaders: It must have authenticated both John and Jesus' ministry and shown people that Jesus was truly the Messiah).
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In verse 16 we read of the Holy Spirit “descending like a dove and coming to rest on him (Jesus)”. Whether or not this was an actual bird, can you think of another time a dove was significant in the Biblical narrative? Generally speaking, how have we come to think of what a dove symbolizes?
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Matthew finishes his account of Jesus’ baptism by relating the stunning occurrence of an audible voice coming from the sky - the voice of God the Father proclaiming that Jesus is His “beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” If you were there, what thoughts would have been running through your mind at this proclamation?
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As followers of Christ, we have been adopted by the Father, Christ sharing with us His great inheritance. Therefore what does it mean for us that God was “well pleased” with Jesus? (Leaders: Because the Father was “well pleased” with Jesus, we too have the Father’s favor, not by our own work, but by righteousness of Jesus. This means that not only have our sins been forgiven, but that God’s favor and joy rests upon us as adopted sons and daughters.)
A sermon based on Matthew 3:13-17 by Nick Nye, preached on February 26, 2017 at Veritas Short North as part of the sermon series "Unfit."
Reflection and Application: 1- What is the beauty and what is the scandal of the baptism of Jesus?
2- How do we see the Trinity displayed in the baptism? Discuss the elements of water, Spirit Dove and the Father’s voice (vs 16-17).
3- Reflect and share about your own baptism. How is God drawing us in to see Jesus as we reflect on our own baptism? What would you say to someone if they asked you, “What is baptism and why do you do it?” (If you have never been baptized, consider talking with someone tonight about what may be keeping you from doing so.)
4- In verse 17 we see the Father being pleased and satisfied with the Son. Often times we don’t seek satisfaction in Jesus. Where have you sought satisfaction?
5- How do we sometimes miss God’s display of grace? What are some truths we can remind ourselves of when we consider the baptism of Jesus and what it means about who God is and who we are.
Call: Consider praying and asking the Father, “If you are pleased in the Son, show Him to me!”
Q: Was there ever a time when you experienced being in the presence of greatness - a great man or woman? Or have you ever wondered what it would be like to meet someone really famous? In Brad’s last few sermons he has explained just how famous John was at the time, and that many people came seeking him. But John went our of his way to say that the One following him was greater still. We often think of Jesus as our friend - which is absolutely true; but how might we miss or gloss over the greatness of Christ in our prayers and our reading of Scripture? The very rich and famous are just created people; they are human. Even a famous and righteous man - like John - still pales in comparison to our King…do we remind ourselves of this and experience awe of His presence in our lives?
Q: Jesus said John was the greatest prophet to have lived, yet still wouldn’t hold a candle to the least in the kingdom of heaven (Matt. 11:1), and John himself said he wasn’t fit to take off Jesus’ sandal (Matt. 3:11). How is it possible to be so great, and yet, compared to those in the kingdom…not?
Q: Given what Pastor Brad said about the (rather disgusting) nature of feet in Jesus’ day, what is the significance of Jesus’ act of washing the disciple’s feet (John 13)? What part of us needs washed by Jesus to “have part with him”?
Q: John is saying there’s a difference between his baptism, and the baptism of the Spirit which Jesus will bring later. What’s the difference?
Q: Continuing that thought - what does John mean by being “baptized in the Holy Spirit and fire”?
Q: Sometimes life feels really unsettled, as though its just blowing us everywhere, as if we are untethered and unsure of what life will be like from day to day. How does the Holy Spirit anchor us to Christ throughout the violence of life’s threshing/winnowing? (Leaders: There is a sense of safety that we will not end up on the threshing floor, but in the barn. It is Scripture and the gospel that reminds us forgetful fretting people that our identity is in Christ).
J.C. Ryle once said of Matthew 3: “Take comfort, I say once more, if you have really come to Christ. Take comfort, and know your privileges. Cast every care on Jesus. Tell every need to Jesus. Roll every burden on Jesus...He loves to see His people ceasing from the vain effort to carry their burdens for themselves. Only be among Christ's wheat now — and then, in the great day of separation, as sure as the Bible is true — you shall be in Christ's barn forever!”
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John's first words recorded in Matthew are tough ones. Pastor Nick described them as a "defibrillator to our dead hearts." When you read this words, what emotions or feelings do you experience? Frustration? Comfort? Conviction?
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The first words of the Pharisees and Sadducees portray the true presumption upon which they were standing. Their identity as children of Abraham gave them a false confidence about their standing with God. What sort of presumptions do you see most people in our context leaning on? What about you - what are some of your presumptions? (consider this: on what basis do you know that you are saved?)
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Adopting John's (and Pastor Nick's) imagery of a tree producing fruit as an analogy for a person's life, what do you think makes a good, living tree? What does good fruit look like? When you consider your life, do you see good fruit?
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Pastor Nick reminded us that confession, repentance, and following Christ are fruits that lead to true life. Do you actually believe that this practice of living out of weakness is what truly provides strength, life, and freedom? Why/why not?
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As a community group, consider this: are people able to fall apart within your group OR is there more of a "serpentine" environment waiting to strike down it's next vulnerable victim? What would it look like to grow into a space where people can be open about their sin? What are some practical changes you could make?
Q: The Ice Breaker...If you had to choose between wearing a leather belt with camel’s hair clothing OR eating locusts with honey…which would you choose?
Q: John started what became the christian practice of baptism, how do you think the understanding or purpose of baptism changed before and after Jesus’ death and resurrection? (see Romans 6:1-11 for help) If you have been baptized as a believer, share about that experience, what was powerful about it? How does it remind you of and demonstrate what is true for you in the gospel?
Q: John calls the Pharisees and Sadducees a “brood of vipers”, based on what you know of Pharisees and Sadducees, what prompts Jesus to use that terminology…why is he calling them out? (You might reference matthew 23 and the woes for background reference) What things (teachings or idols or behaviors) are you often tempted to think are appealing and good, but are actually a brood of vipers?
Q: If you were living in John’s day, what would he say to you when you approached him for baptism? What would lead you out to the Jordan River?
Q: What was the purpose and mission of John's baptism; how does it differ from the way we practice baptism today? (if you use the question above this one may seem repetitive.)
John Piper says this about baptism, "The way of salvation is repentance and faith in Christ, not ethnic identity or birth to Christian parents. God calls us today, no matter who our parents were, and no matter what ritual we received as infants: God calls us today to repent and believe on Christ alone for salvation and to receive the new sign of the new covenant of the people of God: the sign of repentance and faith, baptism. So I call on every one of you who has not followed Christ in this way, "Repent and be baptized”. This is the call of God. This is the path of obedience and life.”
Q: What are the “presumptions” in your life that tell you that you’re “okay"? For the Jews in Palestine during John’s day, it was “Abraham’s my father, I’m okay” or “I follow the law in every point” (what is our “presumption”?)
Q: What has to take place in someone’s heart to 1. go out to see John, and then 2. confess sins in front of a crowd of strangers and friends? What has to take place in OUR hearts in order for true repentance to take place? What do we need to come to/realize? (is this a motive from fear of God/love of God?)
Q: How is it possible to truly bear fruit? (Abiding in the True Israel, the True Vine, Jesus Christ).
Q: What are some ways that Christ has called you to be a co-laborer with Him in His vineyard?
APPLICATION: 1. We are prone to self-justify. 2. Our need is for transformed hearts.
COMMUNITY GROUP REFLECTION: 1. Do you tend to compare yourself to others or God’s Word? 2. If you’re a Christian, what are some examples of how the desires of your heart have transformed?
John the Baptist called for repentance. What does it mean to truly repent?
What must we repent from?
How is the call to repent offensive? How are you offended by being told to repent? Why are we so offended?
What comfort do those who repent have? What confidence are we given when we repent and confess our sins?
John gives a reason for repenting. He says “... for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” Why does the nearness of the kingdom of heaven make repentance imperative?
Ref 2 Cor 7:9-10: What does it mean to have Godly grief over our sin? How is this different from worldly grief? What does it mean to have repentance without regret?
Q: When you hear John the Baptist’s message about the kingdom and repentance, what conclusion do you draw about God's heart for his people and his design in sending John before Jesus?
Q: It had been 400 years since God had sent a profit to his people; this silence was basically broken by one word: repent. What comes to mind when you hear the word “repent”?
Theologian D.A. Carson says that the word repentance has often been explained as “to change one’s mind” or to “be sorry for something” but that neither is really adequate. He says that “what is meant is not a merely intellectual change of mind or mere grief, still less doing penance, but a radical transformation of the entire person, a fundamental turnaround involving mind and action and including overtones of grief, which results in “fruit in keeping with repentance.”
Q: How do you see yourself responding to John’s message if you lived in those days?
Q: Some really took John’s to heart, admitting their sinfulness and need to repent, but others scornfully rejected him. What about his message made people react in the way they did?
Q: John quotes from Isaiah 40 - a passage we studied as a church not long ago. Why does it matter that he is drawing from this passage? Is there anything of significance that stuck with you from what we learned on Sunday morning?
Q: Isaiah’s message of a coming King (and kingdom) figures prominently in John the Baptist’s words and ministry. As a group it might be helpful to read through Isaiah 40 together, and think about/discuss how Jesus fulfills the kingly role Isaiah is anticipating.
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There are four core motivations behind most of our spending: Control (security), Comfort (freedom), Power (status), Approval (love). How are these motivations revealed in your spending/use of your resources? What does your spending reveal about your heart?
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What is your picture of the 'good life'? How does it contrast with God's vision for His people?
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How does viewing our possessions as stewards rather than owners change our outlook towards generosity?
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We are always investing in something. How are you investing what God has given you? (Time, money, talents)
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How does the question "How much do I have to give?" differ from "How can I give more?"
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How have you seen God transforming your heart to find your comfort, approval, status etc in Him? How has that changed your view of generosity?
– What does it mean to be rich toward God?
– The riches of Christ are all a part of our identity now in Jesus. Does your generosity come from an understanding of these true riches we have access to and a desire to put those on display? What else motivates your generosity (or lack thereof)?
– Generosity is something that we should do from joy (2 Corinthians 9:7), but it also requires significant intentionality. What disciplines and devices do you have in your life that help to set you up for generosity?
– Pastor Nick said that we are all accountable to each other in our generosity (you are accountable to the church and the church is accountable to you). How are you held accountable in generosity by others in the church/Community Group? Are your finances and giving off-limits to others?
– Pastor Nick spent several minutes talking about Veritas' budget and spending (Staffing, Ministry, Operations, Missions). While he was discussing it, were your thoughts and feelings more of mistrust in the church's use of money or did it seem "generous" and "honorable" (2 Corinthians 8:20-21)? Why?
– The end of 2 Corinthians 9 shows Paul's priority that giving of the Corinthian church would cause others to glorify God (2 Corinthians 9:13-15). How can our giving show God's glory to our friends, coworkers, community, and, even, our own hearts?
1- Why do you think the bible addresses money and possessions so often? How would you define biblical generosity compared to our culture's "pay it forward" mentality?
2- What drives your giving? What false hopes do you have about money? What do you think it will provide? How do you see that played out in your life?
3- Think of a time when your generosity towards someone was given with "strings attached." As you reflect on that, what does that reveal about your gift? Were you expecting something in return or were you expecting the gift to be used in a certain way?
4- Grace in tangible. God has freely and abundantly poured out his grace to us. Yet we so easily forget his grace when it comes to money and possessions. What distracts us from this? Do you give God space to work in you when it comes to your giving or do you find yourself fighting for fear and control?
Reflect and pray- How am I stewarding what God has given? Is what I'm spending money on adding value to His Kingdom? Take time to pray for increased righteousness and a renewed heart for giving.
Challenge during this series: In the morning, before the world speaks to you, wake up and lay quietly with the Lord and experience the richness of Christ. Dwell with him in prayer. Soak in the powerful riches of His grace.
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At this point in Matthew's Gospel, Christmas is over. The King has been born into this world, and now it is time for the world to respond. What sort of response(s) would you expect from the world upon his arrival? When you read the rest of Matthew's Gospel (and/or look around you today), how do you see the world responding? How does this relate to what you believe he deserves in response?
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Joe Liu categorized responses into two main groups with the first being represented by the response of king Herod. This group he labeled as "clinging to control." While some obvious examples of this can be seen in power-hungry men who abuse and misuse their authority, Joe challenged us to consider how we are all clinging to control in some way. When do you fear the unexpected? When do you see yourself trusting more in your own plans than God's?
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King Herod "had the theology, but not the trust." His head was aware of the identity of Christ, but his heart was unwilling to face the implications of a cosmic King. As a church, when we run headlong into our own plans for ourselves rather than God's, what are the consequences?
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The second group Joe labeled as "clinging to Christ," and it is represented by the response of the wise men. What sticks out to you about the story of their journey and their response to Christ? How do you see their trust in God demonstrated? (e.g. Trusted His Word, worshiped, gave their best, actually obeyed him)
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What will you do with God's King? How will you respond to the news that he is the Lord of all things? How does your response reflect that of the wise men?
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Joe talked about how absurd it would have sounded to the Jews that the Jesus they saw live and die, was the promised Immanuel from the prophecy of Isaiah 9:6-7. They were looking for a Powerful Ruler, a Leader, a King to rescue them and bring peace. What do you picture when you hear Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Prince of Peace? How do you want Jesus to be someone different than He is? What are our misconceptions about Jesus and the kingdom He brings, even today? Why is God’s way better?
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Matthew is clear that Jesus is fully God, the incarnate One. This is quite unbelievable! Do you struggle to believe this? Do you ever doubt? If you haven’t, praise God for your gift of faith! If you have, join the droves among you that struggle to believe. What do you do with your doubt?
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Why is it essential for our hope that Jesus was fully God?
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Why is it such a big deal that Jesus was fully human? (See Heb 2:14-18, 2 Cor 1, Psalm 17:15) How does this bring comfort?
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Has your view of Christ been dimmed? By what? How do we enliven our hearts to the reality of Jesus coming to us?
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If you still need more to talk about, discuss how miraculous it is that God who once could not be seen by man lest he die, who needed blood and atoning sacrifices just to come into his presence in the temple, came near, walked among His people in the flesh, seen fully, and they live! How can this be?! Why does this matter? (This is an entirely new kind of kingdom ushered in by the Immanuel! Really just a fulfilled kingdom.)"
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What does Jesus' genealogy tell us about God's people?
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Pastor Nick pointed out that while we don't see any apologies from Matthew about those in Jesus' genealogy that could be seen as shameful, we all find ourselves looking down on people or groups. Who do you look down on? People of a certain race/ethnicity? Gender? Age? Geographic region? Political persuasion?
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Jesus' family was dysfunctional – there were prostitutes, murderers, terrible leaders, and outcasts throughout – and includes all kinds of people: men & women, rich & poor, ethnic insiders & outsiders, moral & immoral ... Does that sound like a family that you would want to join? Does our community (our family) look like that?
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What does Jesus' genealogy tell us about God?
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It is pretty clear in this opening section of Matthew that the things God values are very different from the things that we value. Where do you see that most clearly? How has our community been shaped by our own values instead of by God's?
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Holidays and time with family can often be difficult times of anxiety, hurry, and stress. Pastor Nick pointed out that Matthew ends his genealogy of Christ by pointing back to Genesis 1 and showing us how Jesus is our perfect Sabbath rest. Do we live in that kind of rest? What could it look like for our work, family, and community lives to preach a Gospel of perfect rest in Christ?
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What does God reveal about Himself through this genealogy?
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What does it say that Jesus chose to be born through this family line and what does it say about His love for you?
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How did God show His grace, faithfulness, and pursuit through the lives of those in the genealogy?
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How has God shown His grace, faithfulness, and pursuit in your life and through your family?
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What does it mean now to be a part of Jesus' family?