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The messages, lessons and highlights from ZION's teaching ministry. ZION is a multi-site church located in western Pennsylvania. www.zionlife.com
Too often life feels like it is designed for one thing, sucking the life out of us. So Jesus came to give us life, to bring good news and bind up the broken. He came to take those in grief and plant them as mighty trees of righteousness. (Isaiah 61)
Too often life feels like it is designed for one thing, sucking the life out of us. So Jesus came to give us life, to bring good news and bind up the broken. He came to take those in grief and plant them as mighty trees of righteousness. (Isaiah 61)
Too often life feels like it is designed for one thing, sucking the life out of us. So Jesus came to give us life, to bring good news and bind up the broken. He came to take those in grief and plant them as mighty trees of righteousness. (Isaiah 61)
Too often life feels like it is designed for one thing, sucking the life out of us. So Jesus came to give us life, to bring good news and bind up the broken. He came to take those in grief and plant them as mighty trees of righteousness. (Isaiah 61:3)
Journey with us as we take a look at the last week of Jesus life from a very different Point of View. (Mark 14)
Journey with us as we take a look at the last week of Jesus life from a very different Point of View. (Mark 14)
Journey with us as we take a look at the last week of Jesus life from a very different Point of View.
What do we do when God seems unfair? One prophet teaches us to ask the honest questions and wait for God's just and perfect answers. (Habakkuk 2:4)
God gave the early church a simple structure seen in two parts. The church must be rooted in Jesus Christ and released to share the gosepl in creative and relevant ways. Trent shares how the current church needs to get that back. (Acts 15)
For a seed to become a mature plant it needs nurtured by the perfect environment. God gave the ministry of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers to make that happen. Trent unpacks this truth in Zion's next core value. (Ephesians 4:7-17)
The early church was committed to planting the gospel both wide and deep. They took the kingdom message of Jesus as far as they could and embeded it into people's lives as deep as they could. Today's church must learn to do the same.
Zion continues a study of the early church. They had a strict commitment to making disciples at their core. So, at Zion, we teach that growing disciples grow disciples. Trent explains what that needs to look like in a healthy church. (Matthew 28:18-20)
Jesus placed six core values at the heart of his mission movement. Zion is learning how to live these out in practical ways and re-capture God's original design for his Church. (John 15)
Zion finishes her study on God's mission for the church. Everything is about Jesus. When our lives give witnesses to who Jesus is, others will follow. (John 5:19-39)
Zion continues a series about God's mission for the Church. Jesus came and we were sent to help people discover life. This competes with the lies from culture. But, life is only found in Jesus. This message, out of John 10, teaches how. (John 10:9-11)
ZION continues her study looking at God's mission for the church. We are a people who exist to help others who are far from God. Today we learn who that is.
ZION begins a new series entitled MISSION. God's clear call to the church is help people far from Him discover life in Jesus. We take four weeks to see what that really looks like.
ZION continues a study in Deuteronomy. Families are called by God to not just build a nest but protect it. Today we learn how. (Deut. 32:11)
Taking our cue from God, ZION learns how to raise a family. It all begins by building a good nest and starts with a strong marriage. (Deut. 32:11)
ZION finishes a study in Romans 8. Being more than a conqueror means learning to allow God to use our weaknesses. When we are weak we are strong. (II Cor. 12)
ZION continues a study in Romans, learning what it means to be more than a conqueror. We continue by seeing what it is Christ-followers are to do. Their life is to be one of sacrifice. (Romans 12:1-2)
ZION continues a study in Romans 8. Part of being the conquerors God has called us to be is knowing and seeing ourselves as God does; called and glorified in Christ (Romans 8:28-39)
ZION begins a new study in Romans. Be convinced, like the Apostle Paul, that you are more than a conqueror. Learn how to live that way. (Romans 8:28-39)
ZION finishes a series looking at the characters mentioned in the Book of Proverbs. This week concludes the study by looking at the fool. (Proverbs 1)
ZION continues a character study in the Book of Proverbs. This week we look at the interesting life of the mocker. (Proverbs 1)
The Book of Proverbs describes 4 types of people; the simple, wise, cynic, and fool. Today we start where everyone starts, life as the simple. (Proverbs 1)
ZION continues this short series looking at the biblical reality of Hell and Heaven. Trent Kirkland continues by looking at what we can really expect Heaven to hold for those who trust in Christ.
The Bible clearly states and describes a real place called Hell and the inhabitants of it. ZION takes a biblical look at this eternal destination and its practical implications for everyone. (Luke 16:19-31)
As we continue to walk with Christ we learn to walk away from our old nature that is dead. We begin to look more like Christ. And, we learn to walk with others. (Colossians 3:1-17)
If we continue in Christ we are free from legalism and human made religion. Find hope and freedom as ZION continues her study in the book of Colossians. (Colossians 2:8-23)
ZION continues her study in the book of Colossians in this new series, IF. Jesus promises to present us holy and blameless in Him if we continue in our faith. Discover what it means to live a life rooted in Christ. (Colossians 2:6-7)
We finish our series in Colossians 1 by seeing Christ as our Great Reconciler. We were enemies of God. Christ, by his death, has made us Children of God. (Colossians 1:18-22)
Jesus is the authority and life of the church. How this plays out in our lives depends on how we see and involve ourselves in His church. This is part 4 of our series in chapter 1 of Colossians. (Colossians 1:18)
Jesus holds all things together. We may lean on different crutches in life but Christ alone is our source. (Colossians 1:17)
Christ is first, over all. He is the greatest. He is the creator and we should be fanatical for Him. (Colossians 1:16)
Trent unpacks the priority Jesus has above everything else. Jesus is the greatest. Are you a fan? (Colossians 1:15)
The last in a series about generosity in the areas of time, talent and treasure. (2 Corinthians 8 & 9)
The third in a series about being generous in the areas if time, talent and treasure. (2 Corinthians 8 & 9)
This message is the second in a series about generosity in the areas of time, talent and treasure. (2 Corinthians 8 & 9)
This message is the first in a series about generosity in the areas of time, talent and finance. One of the spiritual laws governing the world is the law of reaping; a person will reap what he sows. (Galatians 6:7-8)
The last in a series of five messages about God's promise to send light into darkness; the hope that comes from Christ's first appearing as well as his second coming. (Isaiah 9:1-7)
The fourth in a series of five messages about God's promise to send light into darkness; the hope that comes from Christ's first appearing as well as his second coming. (Isaiah 9:1-7)
The third in a series of five messages about God's promise to send light into darkness; the hope that comes from Christ's first appearing as well as his second coming. (Isaiah 9:1-7)
The second in a series of four messages about God's promise to send light into darkness; the hope that comes from Christ's first appearing as well as his second coming. (Isaiah 9:1-7)
The first in a series of four messages about God's promise to send light into darkness; that is the hope that comes from Christ's first appearing as well as his second coming. (Isaiah 9:2,6)
The third in a series of four messages concerning the call of God on your life. (Jonah 3)
This is the second in a series of four messages on following God's call and purpose for your life. (Jonah 1:3-2:9)
Jesus regularly devoted time to prayer, fasting, listening to God the Father in solitude, and reading scripture. As his disciples we are to do the same.
Being a disciple is not about mastering a body of knowledge it is about patterning yourself after Jesus. This will require a re-prioritization of your life. (Luke 9:57-62)
Being a disciple is the lifelong task of becoming like Jesus by embodying his message. You will encounter storms along the way. (Mark 4:35-41)
Being a disciple of Christ is the irreplaceable and lifelong task of becoming like Jesus by embodying his message. This journey will require you to "say goodbye" and follow him. (Matthew 4:18-22)
Being a disciple of Christ is the irreplaceable and lifelong task of becoming like Jesus by embodying his message. This journey will require real repentance.
Being a disciple of Christ is the irreplaceable and lifelong task of becoming like Jesus by embodying his message. This journey will require you to spend time getting to know him. (Luke 6:40; John 1:35-42)
Elijah exemplifies the importance of complete obedience to God in every are of life. (1 Kings 19; John 14:23-24)
Elijah exemplifies obedience to God in the midst of pain. We see through Elijah's example that God's healing process brings about new missional opportunities. (1 Kings 19)
Elijah exemplified active dependence on God when he took on the 400 prophets of Baal placing himself in a situation that required God to show up and demonstrate His glory. (1 Kings 18)
Elijah was an ordinary man just like us. But God used him through a process that required Elijah to be completely dependent and obedient. (1 Kings 17)
It is important to remember who God is and what he has done. (1 Kings 2:1; 2:2-4; 3:7-9; 10:23-27; 11:1; 11:9-11; 12:8-11; 12:26-28; 12:30; 16:25-30)
As Christ followers we are set free under God's law because of the penalty Jesus paid on our behalf. (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)
Christ followers have been sanctified by God; set a part for a purpose. (1 Corinthians 6:9-11; Judges 13; Judges 16)
Christians are no longer identified as Sinners. Rather, Christ followers are Saints and can live as people washed of unrighteousness. (1 Corinthians 6:9-11)
Christians are saints because of the work of Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 6:11; 1 Corinthians1:2)
Zion of Clarion County hosts guest speaker Steve Brown, missionary to the Czech Republic. (Acts 20:24)
Two kingdoms brace for war - the final battle between Good and Evil. We are certain of victory; that eternity is our crown and Heaven is our home.
Evil is enraged as God sends his former enemies out to rescue others to himself. They are a gathering force - a people on mission.
At his darkest moment, mankind murders the Hero. Hope appears to be lost but out of the misery and death arises victory and life. Mankind is set free.
Exiled in an evil kingdom, mankind finds himself enslaved. But God reveals a promise hidden in time; A Hero will rescue men from darkness. (Genesis 3:15; II Samuel 7:16)
God gives form to the universe. He creates the earth and fills it with life. But the enemy sets his eye on destroying mankind, and so humanity is deceived into betraying God. (Genesis 3:1-9)
God, the author begins His story with angels powerful and beautiful. But mutiny leads to war when the most powerful angel rebels. The universe becomes a battleground (Genesis 1:1; Daniel 10:4-8)
Husbands, your wife needs companionship, security, significance and emotional intimacy. (1 Peter 3:7)
Wives, your husband needs your unconditional respect, support, companionship and physical responsiveness. (1 Peter 2:18-19; Ephesians 5:33; Proverbs 31:10-12; Genesis 2:15; Proverbs 12:4; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Genesis 2:24-25; 1 Corinthians 7:2-5)
Although God calls wives to submit to their husbands, submission is not a wife's role. It is her response to her her husband's role. Her role is that of helper to her husband, providing balance and encouragement. (Genesis 2:18; Deuteronomy 33:7; Psalm 70:1; Psalm 115:8-9; Psalm 89:20-21; Psalm 121:1-2)
In marriage, the role of the man is HEAD. This means he nourishes and cherishes his wife even at his own expense. (1 Corinthians 11:1)
For a healthy and prosperous marriage, husbands and wives need to learn that God has created roles for each of them. God views men and women equal in personhood with distict roles. (Genesis 1:27; Galatians 3:28)
A look at Jesus according to the book of Revelation. (Revelation 5:5-14; 21:9-27; 22:17-20)
A look at Jesus according to the book of John (John 20:31; 1 John 2:2-3; 1 John 2:5-9; 1 John 2:22-23)
Matthew shows that Jesus is the promised heir of King David, the Messiah who has come to initiate His Kingdom. (Matthew 4:17)
As Christ-followers, our sacrifices will not be in vain because Christ's sacrifice was not in vain. (Psalm 103:1-5; 1 Corinthians 15)
The key to generosity lies in three spirits: 1. God visited us with a spirit of grace. 2. Grace produces a spirit of joy. 3. Joy results in a spirit of generosity. (Mark 4:34; 2 Corinthians 8:1-4)
You can have everything you ask for if you ask for contentment. Contentment is not contingent upon our circumstances. It is rooted in our faith is Christ. (Philippians 4:10-13)
Increase your heart by remembering who God is, where God is, and what God does. (Mark 4:34; Psalm 46)
The Church is a priesthood called to represent God by reflecting His holiness and offering spiritual sacrifices. (2 Corinthians 5:20; 1 Peter 1:13-16)
Christ-followers are adopted into the family of God. Members are to protect the family name and carry on the family business of searching and sending. (Romans 8:15-17)
Scripture tells us that the Church is a Body. Jesus is the Head of the Body. The Body demands diversity and unity. (Ephesians 1:22-23; 1 Corinthians 12:14-20)
God views the Church as the Bride of Christ. (Songs 4:12; 1 John 4:8; John 3:16; Hosea 2:1-2; Ephesians 5:25-26; 2 Corinthians 11:2)
You can expect pastors to live their lives according to 1 Timothy 3:1-7. You can also expect them to protect, prepare and pray for the church. (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-4)
You can expect the church family to please/serve you. The church family can also expect you to do the same for it. (Romans 15:1-7)
As Christ-followers, we are called to look more like Jesus, serve more like Jesus and love more like Jesus. (1 Peter 2:11-12; Mark 6:30-37; Philippians 2:1-8)
As Christ-followers, we can expect the world to hate us, but we are called to live among them and love them. (John 15:18)
Special Guest Speaker, Raymond Gobum, brings the word of the Lord from Joshua 24:13-31: As Christ-followers we are called to pass on our faith to the next generation. (Joshua 24:13-31; Judges 2: 10-13)
Since Jesus is to be the architect of the home, the man is to be the contractor and the marriage is to be the foundation. (Psalm 127:1)
Debunking four myths about the church. 1. The building in which you meet is the church. 2. Your hobby can be your church. 3. You don't need to go to church. 4. The church works best whenever each member does as he or she sees fit. (1 Corinthians 12:12-14; Acts 14:21-27; Acts 15:22)
God has given each Christ-follower a gift, which is to be used in love for the benefit of the church, and the glory of God. (Ephesians 4:14; 1 Corinthians 12:7; Ephesians 2:10)
God says there is salvation for the Christ-follower. The Holy Spirit secures it, and good works provide evidence of it. (Ephesians 4:11-14, Ephesians 2:4-5, Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Peter 1:10-11)
As human beings we are made in the image of God, but through Adam's sin we all fell, and are totally depraved, in a lost condition and destined for Hell. (Ephesians 4:11-14)
The Holy Spirit is fully God. He is not an "it". He convicts the world, regenerates, baptizes, indwells, and seals Christ-followers. (John 16:8; 2 Corinthians 3:6; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Ephesians 1:13-14)
As Christ-follower we believe that God the Father is Creator. He is completely sovreign and has given us His Son. (Ephesians 4:11-14)
What we believe about God matters most. Toward that end, we believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God. The Bible is without error and is the final authority for faith and life. (Ephesians 4:11-14)
As we remember our nations fallen soldiers, Christ-followers must also remember the sacrifice that Jesus made for us at Calvary. (Joshua 4:1-7; Psalm 103:1-3 & 20-22; I Corinthians 15:1-4)
As followers of Christ we find overflowing provision when we stay close to God, our Shepherd. (Psalm 23:5,6)
Valleys are very real parts of life that we all must go through. Christ-followers find comfort during these times whenever we stay close to God, our Shepherd. (Psalm 23:4)
"Sheep" that wander, God turns. "Sheep" that stall, God moves. Sheep that move, God leads. We find direction when we stay close to God, the Christians Shepherd. (Psalm 23:3)
God rests us to refresh us. We find overflowing rest when we are close to him, the Shepherd. (Psalms 23:2)
Everyone needs a good shepherd. As Christ followers, we know that God is our Good Shepherd. Therefore, we should stay close to him. (Psalms 23:1,6)
Going public with the gospel requires Christians to FEAR evil and Exalt Jesus. (Acts 19:11-20)
You always share what brings you joy. If you are not sharing Christ with others it is because you have lost your joy in him. (Acts 13:44-52)
AS Christians we have the opportunity to spread the message of Christ despite persecution. (Acts 8:1-4)
The early church utilized leadership, unity and service to efficiently spread the gospel of Christ. (Acts 6:1-7)