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These are the recorded sermons, and supplemental content from Mission Ridge Church, in Missoula Montana. For more information check us out online at www.missionridge.church or send us an email at info@missionridge.church
Where are you waiting for God to show up in your world? We move into the Advent season and consider how we see our own story the Advent story. Sermon Notes: Isaiah 9:1-7 Exodus 3:10-12, 6:9 Colossians 2:16-17 Luke 2:25-38 Matthew 25:35-36 Implications: Waiting with Hope becomes active when you choose to worship. Waiting with Hope becomes active as you begin to serve.
Do your rhythms and celebrations draw other people in? As you rest and delight with God are you inviting others to join you? We wrap up our 2022 series about Sabbath. Sermon Notes: Exodus 20:8-11 Colossians 2:16-17 Take Away Questions: - Do we lose something by not doing Sabbath together? - Does it change the story if we Sabbath together? - How does it affect the story if everyone picks different days to Sabbath on? - How could communal Sabbath work in today’s society? - Do your rhythms and celebrations draw other people in? - As you rest and delight in God are you inviting others to join you?
When the light goes from green to yellow, what is your immediate response? How about when it turns red? Do you ignore the light and rush on through the intersection as if nothing has changed? How about as you approach your Sabbath day; are you prepared to Sabbath? Sermon Notes: Hebrews 4:1-7 Genesis 18:6-7 Genesis 2:2-3 Colossians 2:16 HTTPS://WWW.CULTIVATEDLIFE.CO HTTPS://WWW.PRACTICINGTHEWAY.ORG/ SABBATH is a weekly 24-hour period we choose to set apart to cease from our regular routine so we can intentionally engage with God, ourselves, and those important to us. Implication: Sabbath is a gift you give to yourself and others through preparation.
Even in challenging times, how can joy become my baseline emotion? We've heard "the joy of the Lord is our strength," but what does that mean? Can joy really be part of our experience as we engage with God? *Sermon Notes: * Numbers 6:24-26 Psalm 16:11 2 Corinthians 4:6 2 John 12 John 15:11 John 17:13 Sabbath: is a weekly 24-hour period we choose to set apart to cease from our regular routine so we can intentionally engage with God, ourselves, and those important to us. Implication: You were created to enJOY your God. Habitually take time to seek His face by delighting in the memories of the ways He has shown up in your life. Joy is to be shared.
Some have said that Sabbath is an Old Testament rule that Christians don't have to keep. Is that true? And if we go with that idea...what if we are running away from the gospel? Sermon Notes: Galatians 4:9-11 Galatians 2:15-16 Exodus 20:8 Deuteronomy 5:12 Colossians 2:16-17 Matthew 11:28 SABBATH is a weekly 24-hour period we choose to set apart to cease from our regular routine so we can intentionally engage with God, ourselves, and those important to us. Implication: God has already authored your identity, value, and salvation; His call to remember His Sabbath is an invitation to rest in His provision.
Are you weary, worn down, or exhausted? God has answers. Are you willing to trust He has better things for you? Sermon Notes: Matthew 11:28-29 Genesis 2:1-3 Implications: Sabbath is part of your design meant to connect you to your Creator. God has answers for your exhaustion.
You are invited! Those words sound nice, right? Except it can feel scary to be the one saying those words. "What if they say no?" "What if this makes our relationship feel weird?" How can the act of inviting actually be inviting? Sermon Notes: Matthew 28:17-20 Matthew 22:2-10 Implications: Invitation seems scary because we fear rejection. Leave the results of the invite in God’s hands. Invite out of who you are, out of your passions, and out of your connection with Christ. Types of Inviters: 1. I am on a mission! 2. I’m having fun, you should too! 3. I see you! 4. I need your help! 5. I found healing!
Why can sharing our faith feel so awkward? Oftentimes we wonder how to get started, and what to say. How Jesus engaged with Nicodemus in conversation has some answers for us. Sermon Notes: John 3:1-19 John 16:7-15 Galatians 5:25 Implications: Inviting people into spiritual conversations requires embracing the reality that you are born of the Spirit. To move beyond the awkwardness of actually engaging others spiritually, embrace this reality. When you invite people into spiritual conversations, you are recognizing that they need to be born of God’s Spirit too! Corporate Discipleship 1. I do. You watch. We talk. 2. I do. You help. We talk. 3. You do. I help. We talk. 4. You do. I watch. We talk. 5. You do. Someone else watches. Jesus Discipleship 1. I be. You watch. We talk. 2. I be. You be. We talk. 3. I do out of my being. You watch. We talk. 4. You do out of your being. I watch. We talk. 5. You be. Someone else watches. Four Types of Spiritual Conversations 1. Q&A 2. Pray 3. Your Story 4. Scripture 5 Goals of Discipleship 1. Reconnect to the source of life 2. Reconnect through authentic healthy relationship 3. Experience total grace, acceptance, and forgiveness 4. Experience and learn the value of obedience to God 5. Give control to God for the rest of life
Sometimes it seems easier to just “do all the stuff” for your relationship with Jesus than to actually BE in relationship with Him, but that ends up feeling hallow. How can you create space in your life that allows for your relationship with Jesus to flourish, and subsequently every other relationship in your life? Sermon Notes: Philippians 4:10-13 Luke 10:38-42 Corporate Discipleship: 1. I do. You watch. We talk. 2. I do. You help. We talk. 3. You do. I help. We talk. 4. You do. I watch. We talk. 5. You do. Someone else watches. Jesus Discipleship 1. I be. You watch. We talk. 2. I be. You be. We talk. 3. I do out of my being. You watch. We talk. 4. You do out of your being. I watch. We talk. 5. You be. Someone else watches. Implication: Discipleship from a place of “being-with” is sustainable, steady, and successful.
One of the great paradoxes of life is how relationships brings about our greatest joys, but also our deepest pains. Jesus's call to be and make disciples cannot be carried out at arms length. Discipleship is designed with relationship required. For many people this is scary, but this is where we actually find healing. Sermon Notes: Genesis 2:18 Deuteronomy 6:5–7 Leviticus 19:18 Galatians5:22-23 Matthew 22:37–40 John15:5 Implication: 1. Christ came to be in relationship with you because you were created a relational being.
This week we start our Discipleship sermon series as we look at the mission Jesus gave us and consider how we can enjoy Him as we journey together. Sermon Notes: Matthew 4:19 Philippians 4:9 Galatians 4:19 Matthew 28:16-20 Matthew 8:19-23 Psalm 119:164 Daniel 6:10 Implication: 1. Discipleship is not primarily didactic. Discipleship is about living out your relationship with Jesus in such a way that others get invited into that same relationship.
Have you ever been torn between something you wanted and something you knew you needed? Have you ever found yourself fixing one problem only to have another spring up right next to it? Joseph is facing some tough choices and situations. Join us for the conclusion of our journey through Genesis. Sermon Notes: Genesis 49 Genesis 50 Sermon Notes: 1. Living out your design redemptively will have far reaching impact. 2. Following Christ will, and should, challenge your other allegiances. 3. When you are called into Egypt, go faithfully but don’t forget why you are there.
Jacob is reunited with his estranged son, the Israelites have the best of the land of Egypt, and Joseph is executing his famine plan to perfection. What could go wrong, right? Every solution has its own set of problems. Will Joseph recognize the problems he has created? Sermon Notes: Genesis 46:1-4, 26-27 Genesis 47 Genesis 48:21-22 Implications: 1. The wrong tool is still the wrong tool. 2. You will always have to work at your spiritual life. 3. Don’t let your blessings become louder than your God.
When we've been hurt by someone close to us, we know we are called to forgive. But, when the sin is egregious and the guilty party is unsafe, what does God expect? Are we told to trust blindly, when trust has been broken? Join us as we wrestle through these challenging question as we look at God's plan to bring families back together. Sermon Notes: Genesis 45 Genesis 27:28-29 Matthew 4:17 2 Corinthians 5:17-19 Implications: 1. Reconciliation requires a balance of redemptive choices, restitution, and time. 2. Reconciliation is our spiritual legacy.
What is required to mend a broken relationship? We continue to learn lessons from God's redemption story of Jacob and his family. Sermon Notes: Genesis 41:57 Genesis 42 Genesis 43:14 Genesis 44 Genesis 37:3-4 Implication: 1. Approach both your own and other’s pasts with open and honest recognition and evaluation.
Do you have a God-given dream that you've almost given up on? Sometimes our dreams seem to fade, and it is easier to encourage others in their dreams than to hope for our own. This week we continue to learn lessons from God's redemption story of Jacob and his family. Sermon Notes: Genesis 40 Genesis 41:1-44 Matthew 6:31-33 Implications: 1. Seek first God’s Kingdom and Righteousness. 2. Often the problems we are trying to get rid of are part of how God is trying to bring redemption. 3. Your part is to make the redemptive choice, sometimes without knowing how it fits in the larger picture.
Some problems seem to resurface over, and over, and over again. The question is, can we have a different outcome this time, or are we just stuck with the same results? Join us as we continue to learn lessons from the reoccurring mistakes and occasional victories found in the story of Jacob and his family. Sermon Notes: Genesis 39:1-23 John 9:1-3 “Do we get second chances, in our own lives? Does God give us these sorts of opportunities, too? Do we sometimes find ourselves locked in what seems our own ‘prisons of time’, only to discover, years later, that the prison was less a prison than an opportunity, that we’ve been given the chance to fix something?” - Rabbi David Fohrman Implications: 1. Even when you are not there to see it, God is always at work. 2. When you find yourself separated from community, continue to honor God. 3. When you find yourself facing repeated conflict, your present choice can redeem your past mistakes. 4. When you make good choices, you may still experience bad. Trust that God has not left you.
Some family drama persists because the root of the problem is never addressed. Instead, rash decisions are made (creating new problems), and old disfunctional patterns emerge. How do we break the cycle? *Sermon Notes: * Genesis 38:1-26 Deuteronomy 25:5 Ruth 4:11-13 1 John 5:17 Implications: 1. While the world judges your every action, God judges your heart. Set your heart on His Kingdom and His righteousness. 2. When you don’t invite God into your decisions, oftentimes you create new (and potentially bigger) problems. 3. Own your mistakes and others will benefit; this is especially true in the areas of life you are seen as a leader. 4.Become a student of your past, then invest in your emotional and spiritual health to forge a new future.
Who sold Joseph into slavery? Are you sure of your answer? And why did God give Joseph his dreams? Maybe it is because when you ignore tension within family, eventually God will make you face it. Sermon Notes: * Genesis 37 Implications: * 1. Family is safest when everyone is favored. 2. Handle your dreams and giftings with humility. 3. God’s blessings in your life are meant to overflow into the lives of others. 4. Celebrate the success of others, even if it costs you. 5. Avoid the temptation of seeking revenge when there is an imbalance of power. 6. You can ignore conflict within family, but God will make you face it eventually.
Are you tired of problems in relationships that just keep coming back around? What if there was a way to stop those cycles? We get back into the story of Genesis with a couple of really tragic stories we need to learn some lessons from. *Related Series: * In the Beginning God https://missionridge.fireside.fm/1-5-20 The Partner God Persues https://missionridge.fireside.fm/4-19-20 Legacy Continued https://missionridge.fireside.fm/5-16-21 Sermon Notes: Genesis 34 Genesis 35:1-20 Genesis 48:7 Genesis 31:31-32 Implications: 1. God wants to use your passion, but only if it is submitted to Him. 2. Generational struggles are like weeds in your garden. Time intentionality, and consistent effort are needed to address them.
Jesus concluded His Sermon on the Mount utilizing a two-ways genre that was familiar to his audience; how should this shape the way we hear His message? Sermon Notes: Matthew 7:13-29 Deuteronomy 30:15-20 Matthew 28:18-20 And Jesus came up and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
You've probably heard "The Golden Rule" quoted a couple times in your life, but how is Jesus really calling us to live with this command? Sermon Notes: Matthew 7:1-12 Romans 12:19 James 2:1-6 Implications: 1. God has a path of redemption for you; don't let your past hold you back. 2. Be the kind of person that owns their mistakes and helps other overcome theirs. 3. The Golden Rule compels us to proactively bless others without expectation of return.
What gets in your way of you taking the leap of faith? Are you self-seeking, worried, or halfhearted? In his preeminent sermon Jesus says your life needs to be radically different, and that starts with your heart. Sermon Notes: Matthew 4:19 Matthew 6:19-34 Proverbs 6:6-8 Phillipians 4:10-13 Attitudes that get in the way of fully investing in the Kingdom 1. Self-seeking 2. Scarcity 3. Worry 4. Halfheartedness Implication: 1. How you invest your time, talents, and treasures reveals how much you trust God. 2. Your past life experiences will distort how you see the world; taking steps of faith to further invest your time, talents, and treasures in His Kingdom is the antidote.
Do you desire to be closer to God, but still feel distant for some reason? In his preeminent sermon Jesus says your life needs to be radically different, and that starts with your heart. Sermon Notes: Mattehw 5:48 Matthew 6:1-18 Deuteronomy 15:11 Psalm 103:1-2 Implication: 1. If you desire to be closer to God — cease striving for attention, slow down, and share your soul with your Father who already knows you. 2. If you are unwilling to forgive others, nothing else you do “for God” will matter!
Is life in God’s kingdom all about rules and regulations? Logan tells us about how Jesus says your life needs to be radically different, and that starts with your heart. Sermon Notes: Matthew 5:20-48 Leviticus 19:1-2 Genesis 17:1 Luke 6:36 Implication: Jesus isn’t putting up extra rules to make you follow the main rules better. He seeks to change your heart to look like God’s heart.
In His preeminent sermon, Jesus says your life needs to be radically different. Rob begins our six-week sermon series about the sermon on the mount. Sermon Notes: 1 Samuel 22:2 Deuteronomy 18:15 Matthew 5:1-20 Isaiah 2:2-3 Ephesians 2:8-9 Implications: His grace says, “I choose you.” His truth says, “I chose you to be salt and light; I chose you to fulfill the law.” Jesus calls you to live radically different; the rest of His sermon explains how.
Rob Croyle finishes our series of sermons about people come away changed when they interact with Jesus. This week he examines the story of Peter and Cornelius in Acts 10 Sermon Notes: Acts 10:1-48 Ephesians2:12 Luke 14:27-28 Implications: 1. Life changes when you experience the presence of God. 2. Disciples will pay a cost for their allegiance to Jesus. 3.Discipleship leads us to have conversations we would prefer to avoid. Otherwise, we will fail to invite in everyone God is calling to Himself.
This week we look at the story of Saul's conversation as we continue this series about people who interact with Jesus and come away changed. Sermon Notes Acts 9:1-19 Philippians 3:4-6 Acts 22:3 Actsx 5:34 Acts 28:26-27 Implications: 1. Encountering Christ will always bring change. 2. If you aren’t listening for God’s instructions, then you won’t hear them. 3. Coming alongside a new Christian is messy and uncertain. It requires patience and faith.
This week we hear the story of a woman who desperately wants to just touch the cloak of Jesus, and how her live is changed by that. Sermon Notes Mark 5:21-43 Leviticus 15:25 Numbers 19:11 1 John 1:9 Implications: 1. Life changes when you understand that Jesus sees you as valuable and you invite Him into your “uncleanness”. 2. Doggedly pursue Jesus; wash away every area of perceived and real uncleanness. 3. Discipleship sees past a person’s messiness and touches those who have been ignored.
This week we look at the story of the woman who was brought before Jesus and accused of adultery. How does she come away changed? Sermon Notes: John 8:1-11 Leviticus 20:10 John 10:10 Romans 5:8 John 8:31-32 Implications: 1. Experiencing the full grace and truth of Jesus changes your path in life. 2. You must learn to balance grace and truth. 3. Discipleship always balances grace and truth.
The first sermon in the "Changed" series compares the experience of the rich young ruler and Peter when they first interact with Jesus. Sermon Notes: Luke 5:1-11 Luke 18:18-23 Hebrews 12:1 Implications: 1. Experiencing Jesus as Lord changes what you will live for. 2. Jesus doesn’t belong in second place. 3. The goal of discipleship is to see your friends experience Jesus as Lord.
Rob Croyle gives us a message about how Christ's resurrection is relevant for you and me today. Sermon Notes: John 20:1-18 John 11:1-44 1 Peter 1:3 John 1:29 Romans 1:4 Romans 8:34 Truths we learn about resurrection through Lazarus: 1st — Resurrection is available to everyone! 2nd — Resurrection is on Jesus’ Time. 3rd — Jesus connects with your pain. 4th — Resurrection is for now!
Rob finishes our series about growing closer to God with a sermon about how we approach corporate worship. Sermon Notes: John 4:23-24 Ecclesiastes 5:1 Isaiah 55:7-9 Deuteronomy 26:3-10 Matthew 5:23-24 Luke 18:10-14 1 Corinthians 11:23-32 Truths about Worship: Enter worship with intentionality and ready to listen. When you give an offering, remember how God saved you. Your worship includes how you treat people on your way to worship. Unless you come humbly, your expressions of worship will be meaningless.
Rob finishes talking about how we can hear the voice of God as we grow closer to Him. *Sermon Notes: * 1 Thessalonians 5:14-22 Proverbs 27:6 Acts 8:29 Psalm 51:1-4 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 God is patient with us when we are learning his voice; but once we know it obedience is our response. We all start as spiritual infants. Learning God’s voice is best done in community. We hear from God in different ways.
This week Rob leads us through the first of two sermons looking at how we hear God's voice. Sermon Notes: 2 Timothy 3:16 2 Peter 1:20-21 Hebrews 4:12 Psalm 37:4 Acts 7:23-25 Acts 7:30 Acts 2:17 Genesis 41:14 God is patient with us when we are learning his voice; but once we know it obedience is our response. We all start as spiritual infants. Learning God’s voice is best done in community. We hear from God in different ways.
This week Logan has a conversation with his former student, Billy, who has spent the last several years serving with YWAM on multiple overseas missions. Logan and Billy discuss various spiritual disciplines and how they have helped Billy prepare to reach the nations. Sermon Notes: 2 Timothy 3:12-17 Psalm 103:1-5 John 4:24 Genesis 18:1-3 Matthew 6:16-18 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Genesis 18:22-33 *Related Series: * Sabbath Series – https://missionridge.fireside.fm/8-8-21 Silence Sermon – https://missionridge.fireside.fm/3-13-22
In the second week of lent, Logan explains how Silence and Solitude are important for you to draw closer to God. Production Note: at the beginning of the sermon Logan is silent for an exended period with the question: "how comfortable with silence are you?" on the screen. *Sermon Notes: * 1 Kings 19:1-14 Luke 1: 18-23 Ecclesiates 5:1-2
Rob Croyle begins our new series about growing closer to God with a sermon on the importance of the Holy Spirit in our lives. *Sermon Notes: * Matthew 6:22-23 Acts 1:7-8 Acts 2:37-42 Ezekiel 36:27 Galatians 5:16-25 Ephesians 4:30 Ephesians 5:18 Isaiah 32:15-18
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob dig into the parable of the shrewd/dishonest manager with some remix possibilities and other fun stuff.
Rob Croyle finishes the series on Stewardship with a message about grace, integrity, and making the Gospel the starting point. *Sermon Notes: * Matthew 6:22-23 Luke 16:1-13 Psalms 14:1-3 Romans 10:14 Ephesians 2:8-9 7 Ways of Stewarding the Gospel • Being Discipled • Discipling Others • Worship • Study Scripture • Generosity • Service • Sharing the Good News Implications: 1. We all depend on grace. 2. Integrity matters. 3. Neglecting one (or more) stewardship areas will sabotage your stewardship. 4. Steward the Gospel first.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, Rob, and KYLE WONDERS(!!!!!) discuss the teaching Jesus gives about the greedy scribes and the generous widow as part of our series examining stewardship. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob continues our series about stewardship with a message that has us examine who Jesus is impressed by. Sermon Notes: Mark 12:38-44 Acts 5:1-4 Proverbs 25:15 Acts 3:6-7 Implications: 1. God measures what is in your heart, not what is in your hand. 2. In stewardship, less is more. 3. When you have the least, your faithfulness is the most impressive. 4. The antidote to pride is humility.
This week on Footnotes: Jenn, Logan, and Rob dive into good eyes and bad eyes, parallel parables, and chase down some other ideas surrounding the parable of the talents and investing in stewardship.
Logan continues the stewardship series with a sermon on how our perspective affects where and how we invest.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss the Parable of the Talants, remez options, and how to have a discipleship conversation about stewardship. Link to Marty's Blog - https://makingtalmidim.blogspot.com/2015/07/faithful-and-wise-steward-part-three.html?m=1
Rob begins our series about the concept of stewardship with a message that challenges us to see how God wants us to be good stewards in all areas of our lives. Sermon Notes: Genesis 2:15 Psalm 8:4-9 Matthew 25:14-25 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 1 Peter 4:10 1 Corinthians 4:1 Psalm 14:1A Implications: 1. God is Lord of everything; are you living that out in every area of your life? 2. Our outlook must shift to being God’s stewards. 3. When we fail to live within God’s design, there are negative consequences…every time.
This week on Footnotes: talk about the upcoming move, more about the parable of the invited guests, proverbs 23, and discussing the remez back to Esther.
In the final week of our parable series, Jenn looks at the Parable of the Invited Guests and how this teaching calls us to be sacrificially generous. *Sermon Notes: * P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a P’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the Remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Luke 14:7-14 Esther 6:6-12 Implications: 1. In this Kingdom you are called to humility. 2. In this Kingdom pride is destructive. 3. In this kingdom you are called to identify and engage those who are alone, lonely or hurting. 4. In this kingdom some of the benefits are only reaped in heaven. Discipleship Conversation: 1. In what situation or with whom do you struggle to be humble? 2. Who have you noticed recently that is alone and hurting and you can engage with them? 3. Can you identify areas of your life that you go for the best seat? 4. How much time have you put into eternity? 5. When being generous do you have a tendency to think how will this benefit you?
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses some extra content from the parable of the Good Samaritan.
Our series through some of the parables Jesus gave continues with a look at the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Sermon Notes: P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a P’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the Remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Luke 10:25-37 Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Leviticus 19:18 2 Chronicles 28:8-15 Leviticus19:34 Implications: 1. Your love for God is best measured by how well you treat those who consider you their enemy. 2. When we choose to justify ourselves, we may impress man, but we will never impress God. 3. We are called to love everyone! 4. Our love should look like God’s. 5. Loving our neighbor will cost us! Discipleship Conversation Starters: 1. In what ways do my actions not match up to my beliefs? 2. In what ways do I attempt to justify myself? 3. Who do I fail to recognize as my neighbor? 4. Who do I still struggle to love? 5. In what ways do I limit what I am willing to do for my neighbor?
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into some possible Old Testament referances in the Parable of the Friend at Midnight, look at the structure of the poem Jesus pairs with the parable, and interview special guest Anthony Brown! Links to MAMA: Montana Area Music Association website – www.mama4mt.org Email – mama4mt@gmail.com Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/mama4mt Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/mama4mt/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/mama4mt
Logan takes us through two parables dealing with prayer: The Parable of the Friend at Midnight and The Parable of the Persistent Widow. Sermon Notes: Kal Va'Chomer – “how much more” Luke 11:5-13 Luke 18:1-8 Implications: 1. You should have fearless audacity in how you come to God in prayer. 2. You can expect God to answer your prayers. 3. Repeated prayer separates want from need. 4. God gives good gifts. Discipleship Conversation Starters: 1. Do you expect God to give you crappy gifts? 2. Are you really willing to go to God with your wants/needs? 3. Where do you need God to show up in your life right now? 4. Where is God telling you “no” right now? 5. What gets in the way of you praying?
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into some extra information, speculation, and discussion surrounding the Parable of the Two Sons and the Parable of the Shrewd Servant.
This week Rob looks at the parable of the tenant farmers and the parable of the wicked and faithful servant. Sermon Notes: P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a P’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the Remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Matthew 21:28-32 Isaiah 5:1-2, 7 Acts 2:38 Matthew 24:45-51 Genesis 39:5 Implications: 1. Some are acting like they are part of the Kingdom. 2. This is a Kingdom of service, and not of dominance. 3. In this Kingdom, our work is to care for people! 4. While the world focuses on your past, in this Kingdom Jesus is most concerned with your present fruit. Discipleship Conversation: 1. Tell the story. 2. Who do you identify with in this story? Why? 3. What do you learn about the Kingdom through this story? 4. What do you sense God leading you to do differently based upon this story?
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses the boundaries of Queen Vashti, PaRDeS teaching, and digs into a couple possible remez within the parable of the great feast.
We begin 2022 with a series of Parables from Jesus. This week Rob looks at the Parable of the Great Feast that is found in Matthew 22. *Sermon Notes: * P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a P’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the Remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Matthew 22:1-14 Revelation 19:7-9 Isaiah 25:6-9 Romans 4:7-8 Ephesians 2:8-10 Implications: 1. Though the Kingdom’s invitation is salvation, many will reject it. 2. The Kingdom comes to those who were not expecting it. 3. Once in the Kingdom, there is work to do. 4. It costs you to be in the Kingdom. 5. The Kingdom moves forward through invitation. Discipleship Conversation: 1. Tell the story. 2. Who do you identify with in this story? Why? 3. What do you learn about the Kingdom through this story? 4. What do you sense God leading you to do differently based upon this story?
Rob Croyle wraps up the series with a message calling us back to pursuing deep relationship with Christ. Sermon Notes: Advent is a time of preparation, reflection, and anticipation, in the darkest days of the year, to celebrate the arrival of the light of the world. Isaiah 7:14B Romans 5:1-5 Revelation 2:1-5 *Implication: * While oftentimes we focus on our deeds, toil, and perseverance during challenging times (this is necessary), Christ calls us to pursue deep relationship. Advent-ageous Action: 1. Invest in your key relationships like you did at first.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss various aspects of Logan's sermon about love and a couple things that ended up on the cutting room floor.
Christmas is about love, right? Hallmark (really, most any Christmas movie) tells us so over and over and over again. What if we are intended to experience a better kind of love, and then spread that better love to others? This week we look at Love as we continue to anticipate the Advent of Christ.
This week on Footnotes: Jenn, Rob, and Logan laugh last their shortcomings, Jenn's Christmas story from the sermon, context of "the joy of the lord is my strength", and other aspects of how we experience/avoid Joy.
Happiness and joy are the same, right? How can we experience joy in the midst of all the hustle and bustle, during the darkest days of the year? Jennifier Bartlett teaches us about joy this week as we continue to anticipate the Advent of Christ. Sermon Notes: James 1:2-4 Hebrews 12:1-2 Advent is a time of preparation, reflection, and anticipation, in the darkest days of the year, to celebrate the arrival of the light of the world. “It’s a joy that, while not aloof or unaffected by circumstances, goes beyond them. It does not require our external world to be okay in order for our internal world to be okay.” - John Mark Comer Implication: Advent reminds us that Joy is not dependent on our circumstances. Our joy comes from the Lord. Advent-ageous Actions: 1. Create space to feel the full range of emotions. Persevere. 2. Spend time leaning into the Lord and reframing the sorrow and suffering from the last year into “pure joy”. 3. Have a discipleship conversation about how you have experienced Joy in the midst of suffering.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss how the notion that the world is getting worse could be propaganda and other rabbit trails about how peace can disappear.
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, right? Sometimes Christmas is just as chaotic as any other time. How can Advent help? This Sunday we reflect on the Prince of Peace. Sermon Notes: Isaiah 9:6-7 What are you willing to take up arms for? Lately, what has been getting under your skin? What makes your blood boil? Who do you regularly “go to battle” with? Romans 5:1 – We are justified by faith and have peace with God through Jesus Christ. Romans 8:6 – The mind set on the Spirit is peace. Romans 12:18 Be at peace with all men. Romans 14:17 – Kingdom of God is righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Galatians 5:22 – Fruit of the Spirit is peace. Ephesians 2:14 – Christ is our peace. Ephesians 4:3 – Preserve unity through peace. Ephesians 6:14-15 – Armor of God — gospel of peace. Philippians 4:7 – We Experience peace through prayer, sup- plication, and thanksgiving. Colossians 3:15 – Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 – May the Lord of peace Himself con- tinually grant you peace. 1 Timothy 3:3 – Leaders (within the church) must be peace-loving. 2 Timothy 2:22 – Pursue peace. Titus 3:2 – Remind Christians to malign no one, but instead, be peaceable. James 3:17 – Wisdom from above is peaceable. 1 Peter 3:11 (Psalm 34) – Seek peace and pursue it. Implication: Advent invites us to orient ourselves towards Peace. Advent-ageous Action: (Have a discipleship conversation about these this week) 1. Reflect on what has robbed you of your Peace. 2. Anticipate where in your life are you longing for greater Peace. 3. Prepare the steps you will take to embrace Peace this Advent season.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss the nitty-gritty of when Jesus was born, Mary and Joseph, and more Christmasy goodness!
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, right? Sometimes Christmas is just as chaotic as any other time. How can Advent help? Join us as we reflect on the Hope we have in Christ's Advent. Sermon Notes Matthew 1:18-25 Matthew 2:1-8 Isaiah 57:15 Implication: Advent reconciles our past, meets us in our present, and gives us hope for our future. Advent-ageous Actions: 1. Be transparent, with yourself and others, about the areas of hopelessness you face. 2. Engage people in their hopelessness, taking Christ with you as you go.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into Deuteronomy 14 and 2 Chronicles 30. Oh and of course the normal amount of silliness too!
Logan Daily opens up our Advent series with a message about celebrating well and how we can be intentional about doing that this season Sermon Notes: * Exodus 23:14-19 Deuteronomy 16:1-17 Leviticus 23 Deuteronomy 14:22-29 2 Chronicles 29:1-2 2 Chronicles 30:1-4, 18-20 Implication: * Celebration is central to life in God, so celebrate well this season. Advent-ageous Actions: 1. Have a discipleship conversation about the things you need to lament and celebrate this season. 2. Intentionally plan how you will invite God into your celebrations this season.
This week on Footnotes: Way too many puns, breaking down "my part, their part, God's part" in the story of Moses and Joshua from the sermon, Exodus 20 and 33, getting confused about math, and looking forward with anticipation to Advent.
What is the goal of our spiritual journey? How do I know when "I arrived"? This week we conclude our very practical series on how we are to live out Relational Discipleship. Sermon Notes: Matthew 7:22-24 Judges 2:10 Exodus 33:7-12 Matthew 28:18-20 *Implication: * Proximity to church cannot be confused with discipleship. We must intentionally disciple the next generation of believers. Your Action Items: 1. Intentionally commit to being discipled. 2. Intentionally commit to living out discipleship in all your spiritual relationships.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob discuss Moses, different ways ministry can look, and taking a swing just cause you happen to be at the plate.
Where am I supposed to serve? How will I know if I will be ready? Rob Croyle explores these questions to continue our series on how we are to live out Relational Discipleship. Sermon Notes: * Matthew 14:15-16 Matthew 13:31-32 Exodus 4:10-12 What is a Disciple? - Following Jesus - Being Changed by Jesus - On Mission with Jesus Implication: God’s call for you to serve will often lead you to depend on Him in greater ways. Your Action Item: * 1. Take a step of faith.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss spooky lighting, dopamine and connection, and fantastic Kevin.
Most of us who have been in the church for a while (if not all) had someone who say something like, "Come follow me," and taught is how to serve in practical ways. You didn't know it then, but that invite helped you to grow spiritually, and to connect in deeper with God. Why does spiritual growth work like that? Sermon Notes: Matthew 4:19 Ephesians 4:1-16 What is a Disciple? - Following Jesus - Being Changed by Jesus - On Mission with Jesus Implication: Serving God helps us to connect deeper within the body of Christ, and do our part to help it grow. Your Action Items: 1. Start by serving somewhere within the church. You will learn new things and start to find your place. 2. Wherever you are serving, look to train your replacement.
This week on Footnotes: Rob and Jenn discuss how much they miss Logan when he is gone, and dive into what it looks like to be connecting with God in 5 different areas.
Remember that time when someone, in a public setting, asked you to pray for your first time? Why did that feel so awkward? Why does it seem hard knowing how to hear from God? How do we help others grow closer to God? This week Rob Croyle talks about these questions as part of our practical series about living out Relational Discipleship. Sermon Notes: Genesis 22:18 Exodus 20:18-20 John 10:1-5 Implication: Learning to connect deeper with God takes time and practice within a safe community. Your Action Items: 1. Look for ways to connect deeper with God within your Care Group and/or Life Transforming Group this week. 2. Share your stories with others about connecting deeper with God.
This week on Footnotes: Paul's journeys and making disciples, unhealthy communities, shortcoming shenanigans, and more!
Genesis 2 Acts 2:42 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 Implication: You need to value God’s Community, not only for yourself but for those around you. This means you will stop at nothing to keep inviting them until they come inside. Your Action Items: 1. Take the step of faith that is being part of community 2. Share your stories of what Community has meant for you. 3. Be value added in the community God has placed you in.
This week on Footnotes: Shortcoming silliness, brain synergy, a deeper look at the characters from the stories in the sermon, and more!
Sometimes it's hard to know how to share our faith. It is hard to find the words that will help. Do I know enough to start the conversation? Will I have the answers if they ask questions? Sermon Notes: Matthew10:24-33 Mark 5:18-20 John 4:29, 41-42 John 9:24-27 Implication: As a disciple your stories of how God had shown up in your life are the most effective tools you have to help others know Christ. Your Action Items: 1. Write down five of your stories this week where God showed up in your life (Situation, God Shows Up, Result). 2. Have a discipleship conversation where you practice telling one of your stories. 3. Share one of your stories with someone who suspect could benefit from hearing it.
This week on Footnotes: Reasons for not having spiritual conversations, fun bible nerding about fig trees, and the problem with 3 years..
Rob Croyle delivers a message about how we can help our friends and family make changes through Relational Discipleship Sermon Notes: Ephesians 4:15-16 Luke 13:6-9 1 Peter 4:10 What is a Disciple? - Following Jesus - Being Changed by Jesus - On Mission with Jesus Smart Goals - Specific - Measurable - Achievable - Realistic - Time-based Implication: Spiritual growth always requires an advocate(s) who is willing to spend time to really know them, apply grace, and share new truths that will change their lives. Your Action Items: 1. Have a discipleship conversation about your own fruit. Make a smart plan to take practical steps to grow. 2. Have a discipleship conversation to evaluate who you tend to judge. Make a smart plan to take practical steps to grow. 3. Have a discipleship conversation to evaluate where you are not applying all the tools Christ presents in Luke 13:6-9 (grace, truth, and time). Make a smart plan to take practical steps to grow.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into the story of the woman at the well and the things that get in the way of us sharing our life with people. Find out more about Mission Ridge at our website: www.missionridge.church
Jenn Bartlett delivers a message about the importance of sharing your life with people as you part of discipleship. Sermon Notes: 1 Thessalonians 2:8 John 4:7-26 Implication: The first step in being or making a disciple is to share your life through intentional relationships. Your Action Items: 1. Look for opportunities in your existing schedule to share your life with people. 2. Let the Holy Spirit lead you to people who are hungry to share life with you.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Jenn look at the story of Phillip and the Ethiopian and dig in deeper to the story of Cornelius and Peter.
Logan Daily delivers a message explaining how the process of discipling and helping people grow spiritually requires us to understand what our part to play is. Sermon Notes: 1Corinthians 3:1-3 Acts 10 Implication: * God is calling you to do your part. Your part begins and ends with Intentional Relationship. Your Action Items: * 1.Pray for those far from God. 2. When you hear someone talking about spiritual things, trust that God is at work in their lives and find a way to engage. 3. Press into the uncomfortable interactions you sense God leading you to this week.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob discuss some NT Wright, How much time Jesus spent with his disciples, and how much time we should spend being kingdom focused.
Rob Croyle begins our "Be a Disciple, Make a Disciple" series with a sermon focused on how Intentional Relationships is essential to making disciples. Sermon Notes: Genesis 2:18 Galatians 5:22-23 Matthew 22:36-40 John 13:34-35 Matthew 4:19 What is a Disciple? – Following Jesus, Being Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus. Five Components of a Disciple Making Church: 1. Biblical Foundation for Relationship 2. Intentional Leader 3. Relational Environment 4. Reproducible Disciple Making Process 5. Church Alignment *Implication: * God sees the problems that you see, here in Missoula; His solution is to send you to reveal His ways through relationship! Your Action Items: 1. Intentionally reveal God’s ways within the relationships you already have. 2. Choose to partner with God with the new relationships God will bring.
This week on Footnotes: The crew digs into some cool connections in the 10 commandments, the Rule of Life, and Logan's gas analogy. Sermon by Marty Solomon that Logan referances: https://liferotp.com/sermons/2020-10-11-culture-shock-6
Logan Daily wraps up the series about Sabbath with a message on how practicing Sabbath is foundational to living a life with God at your center. Sermon Notes: Sabbath is a weekly 24-hour period we choose to set apart to cease from our regular routine so we can intentionally engage with God, ourselves, and those important to us. Deuteronomy 5:15 John 8:12 5 Levels of Transformation 1. Aware 2. Ponder 3. Value Behavioral Gap 4. Prioritize 5. Own Implication: Allow your relationship with God to be at your center and overflow into every aspect of your life. Your Next Steps: 1. Have a discipleship conversation this week about your Rule of Life (Schedule). 2. Experiment with how you can prioritize Sabbath in a new way this week.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss methods contemplation, connections to Jesus in the story of Elijah in the dessert, and more!
Rob Croyle continues our look at Sabbath and how we should develop the habit of contemplation as we observe Sabbath. Sermon Notes: Sabbath is a weekly 24-hour period we choose to set apart to cease from our regular routine so we can intentionally engage with God, ourselves, and those important to us. Psalm 46:10A 1 Kings 19:1-14 Genesis 3:8-9 Implications: - Contemplation during Sabbath deepens our relationships with God, ourselves, and those close to us. - Often we avoid quiet contemplation because we are afraid of what we will find hiding in our own heart. When we choose contemplation though, we can experience God’s grace and we find His ways to move forward. Your Next Steps: 1. Have a discipleship conversation: what seems to be getting in the way of you hearing the still small voice of God? 2. Experiment with adding one way of contemplation to your next Sabbath.
This week on Footnotes: Jenn and Logan discuss anything and everything about delighting on Sabbath.
Jenn Bartlett delivers a message about delighting in Sabbath. Sermon Notes: * Sabbath is a weekly 24-hour period we choose to set apart to cease from our regular routine so we can intentionally engage with God, ourselves, and those important to us. Psalm 37:2-7 Genesis 1:31 Implication: We were created to delight. Your Next Steps: * 1. Have discipleship conversation this week: What makes delight hard for you in this season? 2. Experiment with one way to delight in God, yourself, and those important to you this Sabbath.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss "super sabbath", 4-day workweeks, the relation between an inability to stop and an inability to rest, and more!
Rob Croyle continues our series about Sabbath with a message about rest. Sermon Notes: * Sabbath is a weekly 24-hour period we choose to set apart to cease from our regular routine so we can intentionally engage with God, ourselves, and those important to us. Hebrews 4:1-11 Matthew 12:9-12 Implication: * You were created to need regular rest in God. Your Next Steps: 1. Have a discipleship conversation this week: What gets in your way of fully resting? 2. Experiment with “resting in God” in a new way this week.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses the definition of Sabbath, the idea of God being burnt out in various stories, and how a creation story that centers around rest is different than one that is centered around chaos.
Logan Daily starts a 5 week look at Sabbath with a message about stopping. Sermon Notes: Ezekiel 20:12-24 Genesis 2:1-3 Exodus 20:8-11 Deuteronomy 5:12-15 *Implication: * Stop. Allow yourself to Sabbath. Your Next Steps: 1. Evaluate what your “not enough” is. 2. Make Sabbath holy. 3. Shift your schedule/habits to create a space to Sabbath.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss 2 John and 3 John, how the Holy Spirit is referred to, and how the Spirit shows up in the Old Testament.
Rob Croyle finishes our look at the letters of John with a sermon that asks how well we are connected to the Holy Spirit. Sermon Notes: 1 John 5:1-21 John 3:1-6 Acts 2:38 See Also: Luke 11:13, John 4:22-24, John 6:63, John 14:16-27, John 15:26-27, John 16:5-15, Romans 8:26, 1 Corinthians 12, Galatians 5:16-21, Ephesians 4:30, Ephesians 5:18, 2 Timothy 1:6, 2 Timothy 3:16 Implication: God’s Spirit is an integral part of our relationship with the triune God and our calling to share the Gospel with our community. *Next Steps: * 1. Be born again. Accept Christ as your Savior and start developing your relationship with the Holy Spirit. 2. Continue to invest in your relationship with the Holy Spirit. - Walk by the Spirit. - Be filled with the Holy Spirit. - Do not grieve the Holy Spirit. - Ask for the Holy Spirit. - Engage the Holy Spirit through scriptures. - Kindle afresh the gift of the Holy Spirit (through service). - Pray to the Holy Spirit.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses how John talks about love, propitiation, Agape in the old testament, and more!
Rob Croyle continues through the letters of John with a sermon that challenges us in how we love. Sermon Notes: 1 John 4:7-21 John 3:16-17 John 21:15-17 Implication: God is love; the world’s attempt to redefine love will always be insufficient. Next Step: Evaluate what cultural influences you have let water down your understanding of love. Implication: To the degree that you fear, God’s love has not been perfected in you. Next Step: Allow Christ to address all your fears. Implication: You will see God through the way others love you; but you will know God’s love even more when you choose to love. *Next Step: * Through tangible actions, love people as if you are loving God.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn have a laugh about shortcomings and discuss heavenly relationships, purifying ourselves as an act of worship, and abiding.
Rob Croyle continues our series on the letters of John, with a message that challenges us in the intimacy of our relationship with God. Sermon Notes: John 1:12-13 1 John 3:1-24 1 John 5:1-4 Implication: You can be confident you are a child of God when you seek to obey His command to love as Christ loved you. Next Steps: - Invest in your intimacy with Christ. - Love people through tangible actions. - Obey God, even when everything you see tells you differently.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob laugh about the many shortcomings from Sunday and then discuss John's writing technics, the 7 deadly sins, and unhealthy confession.
Logan Daily delivers the second sermon in our series on the letters of John, challenging us to consider that how we live our lives matters. Sermon Notes: 1 John 1:5-10 John 1:1-9 1 John 2:1-29 Implication: Your conduct as a Christian matters. Next Steps: 1. Invest in community where confession is normal and healthy. 2. Choose to aim for the target Christ gave you.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Logan, and Jenn discuss gnosticism and other extra stuff from the first sermon in the series on the letters of John.
Rob Croyle opens up our series looking at the letters of John with a message that challenges us to ask some hard introspective questions as we pursue Jesus. *Sermon Notes: * 1 John 1:1-4 John 1:1-14 2 Corinthians 11:2-4 Koinónia — A deep abiding relationship. Implication: You do not get to define who Jesus is! You can reject Him, ignore Him, or join us in pursuing a deep personal relationship with Him and each other. Next Steps: - Wrestle with the question, “How have I let culture, and what I presuppose to be true, define who Christ is and what it means to relate with Him?” - Wrestle with the question, “Am I investing in community that helps me connect deeper with Christ? If so, am I helping others to connect as well?” - Wrestle with the question, “Am I experiencing a deep connection with Christ, or am I settling for simply knowing about Him?”
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Jenn, and Logan discuss extra content around the reunion of Jacob and Esau.
Rob Croyle wraps up our series on Jacob with a sermon about facing our past and moving towards leaving the legacy we aspire to. *Sermon Notes: * Genesis 32 Genesis 33:1-4 Luke 15:20 2 Timothy 3:16 1 John 5:19-21 Righteousness, righteousness (tzedek, tzedek) you shall pursue. Deuteronomy 16:20 Implication: Hope is reborn when we willingly face God and our messy past through prayer and reconciliation. Next Step: Acknowledge those areas you have been avoiding reconciliation; spend time humbly praying for your next steps. Series Implication: Living out our part of the legacy well means finishing well. Next Steps: 1. Regularly engage with the Lord through the scriptures. 2. Live with intent for the Kingdom.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss similarities between the story of Jacob fleeing Laban and a couple other stories for the OT, stealing idols, and the impact of living with mixed values.
Rob Croyle continues our series looking at Jacob and the continuation of the legacy of God's chosen people with a sermon about living with mixed values. Sermon Notes: Genesis 30:25-43 Genesis 31 Matthew 8:11 Matthew 20:25-28 Ephesians 4:22-25 Matthew 12:35-37 Matthew 4:19 Implication: Living a life of mixed values will bring chaos. Next Steps: 1. Wrestle with the question, “Where are you choosing strength over weakness?” 2. Wrestle with the question, “Where are you choosing deception over truth?” 3. Wrestle with the question, “Where are you choosing to curse instead of bless?” 4. Wrestle with the question, “In what ways are you choosing religiosity over the relationship with Christ?”
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss all kinds of fun stuff surrounding the story of Jacob getting hoodwinked by Laban and the mama drama that ensues!
Continuing through the life of Jacob and his families legacy, Logan Daily gives a sermon about how reverting to our old habits can lead to big messes. Sermon Notes: Genesis 29 Genesis 30:1-24 Phillippians 3:12-15 *Implication: * Accepting God’s call on your life doesn’t magically stop you from making messes. You still have to put in the effort required to mature. Your Next Step: 1. Wrestle with the question, “Am I putting down the tools of my past?” 2. Wrestle with the question, “Am I living in a manner that reflects the forgiveness I have received?” 3. Actively pursue spiritual growth.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Logan, and Jenn discuss biblical rules for multiple wives, marrying your cousin, and some extra content about the ladder in Jacob's dream.
Rob Croyle continues through the story of Jacob and Esau, with a look at more blessings and the reactions to those blessings. Sermon Notes: Genesis 27:41-46 Genesis 28 Matthew 28:19-20 Implication #1: When we blame others, it leads to death. When we honestly evaluate ourselves, it leads to life. Your Next Step: Think of someone you are in conflict with. Evaluate your part and talk with someone close about what you learn. Implication #2: God is big enough to include your mistakes in His Plan. Your Next Step: - Put yourself in position to listen to God. - Don’t let your mistakes stop you; keep moving. Implication: God’s blessings are coming; will you trust Him? Your Next Step: Identify where you have not trusted God; make a plan to move forward in faith.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss chutzpah, the weirdness in how Isaac's lineage is told, blindness, and blessings. *Show Notes: * Aleph Beta Video connecting Isaac's blessing with the binding of Isaac. – https://www.alephbeta.org/playlist/isaac-blesses-esau-story BEMA Podcast, "Isaac's Eyes" – https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/217
Continuing our series looking at Isaac and Jacob, Rob Croyle delivers a message that challenges us be willing to go after things and also to examine the lens we use to view the world. Sermon Notes: Genesis 18:17-19 Genesis 25:19-34 Genesis 26:34-35 Genesis 27 1 Peter 3:8-9 Deuteronomy 8:10 *Implications: * 1. God chose to move His Kingdom forward through imperfect chutzpah instead of talented apathy. 1. God’s blessing is not limited; be a blessing everywhere you go to everyone you come in contact with. Your Next Steps: 1. Align your passions with God’s Kingdom, then start moving. 2. Develop a good eye. Read Jesus. 3. Start by blessing God for what you have.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Jenn, and Logan talk about wells, nerd out and dig into Genesis 25:6, discuss hearing God's voice, and talk about the term "caressing" from the story this week.
Rob Croyle continues our journey through Genesis with a look what the story of Isaac in chapter 26 teaches us about legacy and blessings *Sermon Notes: * Genesis 26:1-33 Luke 6:28 Matthew 6:31-33 Implications: - The legacy we receive is messy; we will need to learn to live our own legacy. - Our best legacy is lived out when we choose to make God’s name great. Your Next Sfteps: 1. Inventory the legacy you have received. 2. When you face conflict, ask the Lord, “What do you want me to learn from this?” 3. Build your altar before your tents.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob laugh at our failings, explain a couple things about Genesis 1-11, discuss Rob's theory about the Prodigal connection, and ponder the impact of the events of Genesis 25:1-11. Show Notes: Website for Sarah Salviander : https://sixdayscience.com/six-days-2/ Keturah/Hagar Midrash: https://jwa.org/encyclopedia/article/keturah-midrash-and-aggadah
Logan Daily begins a series that will continue through the book of Genesis with the lives of Isaac and Jacob. This prequel reminds us of some of the important concepts and themes that we have seen in our two previous series in Genesis and teases upcoming themes. Sermon Notes: “In the Beginning” | Jan 5 - Feb 23, 2020 (Genesis 1-11) First sermon of the series –> https://missionridge.fireside.fm/1-5-20 “The Partner God Pursues” | Apr 19 - Jun 21, 2020 (Genesis 12-24) First sermon of the series –> https://missionridge.fireside.fm/4-19-20 Genesis 25:1-11 *Implication: * Abraham was invited to partner with God to plant a seed. That seed has become a kingdom; you have a choice in how you carry that legacy. Your Next Steps: 1. Review “In the Beginning” series. 2. Review “The Partner God Pursues” series.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Jenn discuss a various things that didn't fit into the sermon on Sunday and interview Robin Sertell from The Abortion Survivors Network. For more information about The Abortion Survivors Network please visit their website: https://abortionsurvivors.org Robin can be reached here email: info@robinsertell.com www.robinsertell.com https://abortionsurvivors.org/speakers/
Jenn Bartlett closes out the Family Values series with the story of Hannah and a message about waiting on God and dealing with unmet expectations. Bonus: Jess Pienaar gives a quick presentation about the work that Child Bridge does here in Missoula. Sermon Notes: * 1 Samuel 1:12-17 1 Samuel 1:19-20 Psalm 37:4 Implication: * We need to lay our unmet expectations at God’s feet, trusting that he sees the story from beginning to end. Your Next Steps: 1. Don’t buy the lie that your God given desires are bad. Share them with God. Also share with your community. 2. Pray: “Show me what I am responsible for, show me my part and empower me to do it, and reveal to me the things I need to release to you.” 3. When God reveals what he is doing, you have to take the next step.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss some other aspects of the story of Ruth that didn't make it into the sermon.
Rob Croyle continues our series looking at various aspects of relationship that can make family difficult. This week uses the story Ruth and Naomi to teach us how we can help those around us who are struggling spiritually. Sermon Notes: Ruth 1-4 Leviticus 23:22 Deuteronomy 23:3-4 Implications: * 1. You cannot resolve the spiritual struggles of others, but you can be present with them. 2. Your generosity (in all its forms) can reveal the heart of God to those struggling spiritually. Your Next Steps: * 1. Pray, asking God to set the timetable. 2. Continue to build relational capital. 3. Share your “God stories”. All of them. Even the hard ones. 4. Seek ways to undo the curse they lived; only do your part though.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss some extra footnotey-goodness surrounding the story of Saul and David. David and Goliath, Saul's spear, coping mechanisms, and the other expected dose of silliness.
Rob Croyle continues our series looking at various aspects of relationship that can make family difficult. This week uses the story of Saul, David, and Jonathan to teach us about what to do when we people we love are self-destructing. Sermon Notes: * 1 Samuel 18-19 1 Samuel 20:34 Maladaptive Coping Mechanisms: behaviors that make us feel better in the short term, but in the long-term, they are very harmful. They include eating disorders, self-harm, alcohol & substance abuse, sexual promiscuity, shoplifting, risk-taking behavior and compulsive lying. Implications: * 1. Watching someone close adopt a harmful coping skill can be painful. God seeks to restore them; you can only do your part though. We all have collected a variety of coping skills; as God seeks to restore you, He leads you to develop the healthiest coping responses. *Your Next Steps: * 1. Invest in the God-given communities that will journey with you towards wholeness. 2. Stay true to God, stay consistent, and stay connected.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss Thanos snap analogies, birth order exceptions, and all things design related.
Rob Croyle continues our series looking at various aspects of relationship that can make family difficult. This week looks at an interaction between Mary and Martha, with implications as to how we should value people who are designed different than ourselves. Sermon Notes: Luke10:38-42 James 4:1 Genesis 1:26-27 Genesis 2:10, 15 Implications: 1. God has purpose for you in your relationships; He placed you there, He specifically designed you, and He values your voice. 2. God has purpose for all your relationships; He placed them there, He specifically designed them, and He values their voice. Your Next Steps: 1. Explore your God-given image, and theirs. 2. Learn to live out your design redemptively. 3. When you see needs that you are designed to solve; engage! 4. Choose to value boundaries.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss lost sheep, lost coins, the origins of corn, pharaoh quotes, and maybe a couple rabbit trails. BONUS: Logan is completely vindicated by the guitar.
Logan Daily starts a new series that will examine various aspects of relationship that can make family difficult. This first week looks at the parable of the prodigal son and what we can learn about restoring peace after conflict. Sermon Notes: Family: The primary metaphor for the Church in the New Testament is that of family. The entire Biblical narrative is relationally driven and seeks to bring peace between peoples. We will fight for healthy relationships over anything else to build healthy community. Luke 15:1-2 Luke 15:11-32 Kezazah: “cutting off” James 1:20-21 *Implication: * God cares about the conflict happening in your family. Seek him to understand how he wants to restore peace. Your Next Steps 1. Watch, Pray, and Prepare to welcome the lost back. 2. Celebrate when lost people are found/resurrected. 3. Disciple those that are seeking resurrection.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss Easter meals and next step #3, and nerd out about messianic prophecies and how "Lord Jesus" gets used. Footnotes is here to give you some of the extra content that didnt fit into the sermon on Sunday and encourage you to dig in deeper to the bible. Find out more about Mission Ridge or connect with us via our website – www.missionridge.church
Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus with a message from Rob Croyle about how resurrection should impact every aspect of our lives. Sermon Notes: Question: Is resurrection changing your life? 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 John 10:17-18 Luke 24:1-10 Luke 9:22 Romans 6:3-4 Philippians 3:12-14 Implication: Resurrection changes your eternity. More than that, resurrection seeks to restore every broken area of your life. Your Next Steps: 1. Make Jesus your Savior and your Lord. 2. Buy into community that continues to seek resurrection. 3. Honestly address your brokenness until Christ brings resurrection. Learn more about Mission Ridge or connect with us through our website- www.missionridge.church
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss psalms, worship music, laments, and even a touch of music theory.
Rob Croyle continues our journey through the week leading up to Christ's death. Friday has us looking at the crucifixion and how Christ's worship allowed him to stay on mission.. even while being crucified. Sermon Notes: Psalm 22 *Implication: * Worship allows you to stay connected to your God and stay true to the path He has called you to. Your worship is your greatest witness to the people around you. Your Next Steps: 1. Invest in your personal rhythm of worship. 2. Celebrate when celebration is required. Mourn when mourning is required. Find out more about Mission Ridge Church or support us by visiting our website - www.missionridge.church
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Jenn, and Logan discuss seating arrangements at the last supper, foot washing, and the timing of some of the events of the last couple days leading to Christs death. Learn more or support Mission Ridge by visiting us at www.missionridge.church
Rob Croyle continues our journey through the week leading up to Christ's death. Thursday has us asking how to we can finish well. Sermon Notes: John 13:1-38 Ephesians 4:1-3 Matthew 5:43-45 John15:5-7 “I am convinced that a significant reason so many Christian leaders lack the qualities Jesus modeled is because we skim in our relationship with God.” - Peter Scazzero *Implication: * Until we are washing the feet of our Judas’s and Peter’s out of love, we have more work to do. Your Next Steps: 1. Stop taking people to court in your mind. 2. Tend to your heart. 3. Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who persecute you. 4. Continue to abide in Christ.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Kyle, and Logan discuss silence, extra stuff from John 11, possible wednesday activities, resurrection views, and more. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle continues our journey through the week leading up to Christ's death. Wednesday has us asking what to do when God is silent. *Sermon Notes: * John 11 Four Ways God Uses Silence: 1. Silence of Waiting 2. Silence of Judgment (See 1 Samuel 3:1) 3. Silence of Mercy (See Matthew 26:53, 63) 4. Silence of Testing (2 Chronicles 32) “In nearly every instance of prayer n the Old Testament, God gives ten times as much as is asked for.” - Charles Spurgeon “One reason we can hardly bear to remain silent is that it makes us feel so helpless. We are so accustomed to relying upon words to manage and control others. If we are silent, who will take control? God will take control, but we will never let him take control until we trust him. Silence is intimately related to trust.” - Richard J. Foster, Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth Implication: Everyone desires resurrection...Christ invites you to know the One who resurrects. Everyone desires miracles...Christ invites you to pursue One who makes miracles. Everyone desires answers...Christ invites you to trust the One who has your answers. Your Next Steps: 1. Do the last thing first. 2. Wrestle within your community over the silence of God. 3. To build trust with God this week, take time to sit silently with Him.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss mixed metaphors, Moses' seat, how quickly we can lose track of God's agenda, backstory for Judas, and other things from the cutting room floor.
Logan Daily continues our journey through the week leading up to Christ's death. Tuesday has us examining what could cause Judas to betray his Rabbi. Sermon Notes: Luke 22:1-6 Matthew 21:33-45 Matthew 22:23-33 Matthew 23:1-5 Implication: Let your agenda die so that resurrection can take its fullest place in your heart and in your life. Your Next Steps: 1. Read and internalize your Bible with the goal of deeply knowing God’s design. 2. Continue to submit your agenda to God’s agenda. 3. Intentionally include people with differing perspectives into your conversations.
This week on Footnotes: a simple shortcoming becomes a rather large discussion about eunuchs, a couple differences between gospel accounts, and discussion about what would be the alien, orphan, and widow in our day and age.
Rob Croyle continues our journey through the week leading up to Christ's death. Monday has us looking at Christ hankering for some figs and cleaning out the temple courts. Sermon Notes: Mark 11:12-21 Deuteronomy 12:32 Isaiah 56:3-7 Jeremiah 7:3-11 Implication: Do not let out-of-balance religious convictions get in the way of you (or others) drawing near to Christ. Your Next Steps: 1. Root out where you have added and taken away from the scriptures. 2. In your religious observance, show your love of God through loving your neighbor. 3. Look for the outsider, and invite them in.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Jenn, and Kyle dig into some extra footnotey goodness from the Robs sermon "Just One Kingdom" Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle begins our look at the last week of Christ that will take us through the season of Lent. *Sermon Notes: * Pray for Just One — As we approach Easter, we invite you to be praying for one person (or one family) that you are hoping will join to in either coming to Easter service, or joining you as you watch Easter service online. Luke19:29-44 John 12:13 Zechariah 9:9-10 Implication: Christ invites you to live for just one kingdom. Your Next Steps: 1. Evaluate how you want peace but want to acquire peace the wrong way. 2. Give up one thing during Lent to help you to reflect on Christ’s sacrifice. 3. Pray and reflect on the Kingdom that Christ is establishing. Commit to praying three times a day this next week.
This week on Footnotes: The crew discusses a possible remez in the parable, the relationship between Authenticity and Roughly Right, Rob discovers that water bottles make fun noises, and more! Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle wraps up this batch of parables with a look at what God expects of us and a challenge for how we view others. Sermon Notes: Luke 18:9-14 Luke 19:8 Luke 11:42 Isaiah 6:1-7 Roughly Right - God uses imperfect people with imperfect methods and imperfect theology. While this is not an excuse for compromise, we also will embrace the fact that we will make mistakes and get things wrong. We value doing the best we can, but we won’t allow imperfections to prevent us from moving forward with God’s mission. (Hebrews 11-12:3) *Implication: * Christ invites you to approach all relationships with a humble heart. Your Next Steps: 1. Evaluate your religious acts. 2. Prayer humbly. 3. Weed out all contempt from your heart.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses the parable of the unforgiving servant, track down actual sources of quotes, wrestle with how we treat gentiles and tax collectors, a remez to Esther, and forgiving God. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Logan Daily pulls apart the parable of the unforgiving servant to see what lessons Jesus is trying to teach. Sermon notes: Matthew 18:15-35 Genesis 4:23-24 Family: The primary metaphor for the Church in the New Testament is that of family. The entire Biblical narrative is relationally driven and seeks to bring peace between peoples. We will fight for healthy relationships over anything else to build healthy community. *Implication: * Christ invites you to create a culture of forgiveness around yourself. Your Next Steps: 1. Honest evaluation of who you need to forgive. 2. Let your community help you navigate forgiveness. 3. Keep the small things small. P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a p’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.”
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses things people have shared about learning from these parables, the possible chiasm in Matthew 13, eschatology insights, sooo many ice cream analogies, and a fun little remez from the parable of the leaven. Blog post on 2 and 3 part eschatology - https://makingtalmidim.blogspot.com/2015/02/an-explosive-kingdom.html Sermon from May 24, 2020 - https://missionridge.fireside.fm/5-24-20 Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle continues to explore the parables in Matthew 13 with a message that challenges us in how we view God. Sermon Notes: P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a p’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Matthew 13:31-33, 44-46 Genesis 18: 3-6 Proverbs 2:1-5 Implication: Christ invites you to improve the soil of your heart. Your Next Steps: 1. Anchor yourself in the word of God. 2. Remove the self-doubt and self-condemnation that hinder you from developing deep roots and chokes out what God is doing in your life. 3. Share the blessing of your crop.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses parables, the remez and drash for the tares and dragnet parables, connections to Ezekiel and the Essenes, and a small intro to various online resources for bible study. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle begins a look at multiple parables from Matthew 13 in a sermon that challenges us to reconsider our perceptions of how we view people. Sermon Notes: P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a p’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Matthew 13:24-50 Ezekiel 47:1-2, 9-10 Daniel 3:11 PATH — Doesn’t understand; the evil one snatches it away. ROCKS — Understands but has no depth; cannot withstand hardship. THORNS — Understands but cannot let go of idolatry. GOOD SOIL — Understands and does, producing a crop. UNITY IN DIVERSITY — The Church is a unity of different members, loving each other and working together for a greater purpose. Everyone has a voice and a role. We will build a community of people from different perspectives, ethnicities, politics, and socioeconomic standings. (Ephesians 4:1-13) Implication: Christ invites you to embrace His Kingdom values. Your Next Steps: 1. Anchor yourself in the word of God. 2. Remove the rocky places and the weeds that hinder you from developing deep roots and chokes out what God is doing in your life. 3. Share the blessing of your crop.
This week on Footnotes: the guys dig into all kinds of extra content about the parable of the sower. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Logan Daily continues though our look at some of the parables of Jesus with the infamous parable of the sower. P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a p’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 PATH — Doesn’t understand; the evil one snatches it away. ROCKS — Understands but has no depth; cannot withstand hardship. THORNS — Understands but cannot let go of idolatry. GOOD SOIL — Understands and does, producing a crop. Authenticity — Vulnerability and honesty, both as individuals and a corporate body, will be core to our identity. Without vulnerability, growth is handicapped, trust is lost, and dysfunction is fostered. We will commit to authentic living in order to build trust and strengthen relationships and grow as a community. (1 John 1:7-9) Implication: Christ invites you to improve the soil of your heart. Your Next Steps: 1. Seek community. 2. Anchor yourself in the word of God. 3. Remove weeds that choke out what God is doing in your life. 4. Share the blessing of your crop.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Kyle have a giggle about various shortcomings from the week and dig into a couple nerdy rabbit trails related to the parable of the rich fool. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle delivers a message about how the parable of the rich fool challenges us to evaluate how well our priorities are aligned with God's designs. Sermon Notes: P’shat – Surface. The truth that is found on a p’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. Remez – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. Drash – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the remez in a teaching is always up for debate. Sod – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Luke 12:13-34 Genesis 41:33-36 Psalm 14:1 Nabal — Fool Matthew 22:37-39 Matthew 28:19-20 Our Mission — Raising biblical disciples who develop transparent relationships, sacrifice for others, and heal divisions. Implication: Christ invites you to wisely use what you have been given to benefit His kingdom. Your Next Steps: 1. Determine your purpose statement. 2. Evaluate how you have been budgeting your checkbook, calendar, and conversations. 3. Align your priorities with your purpose statement.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Jenn, and special guest Brent Billings discuss the rabbinical teaching concept of pardes (pashat, remez, drash, and sod), applying pardes that to the parable of the workers in the vineyard, God working through people, and wrestling with Matthew 6. *Show Notes: * https://www.bemadiscipleship.com/123 https://www.yutorah.org/lectures/lecture.cfm/711224/rabbi-meir-goldwicht/ayin-tova/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gemara https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talmud
Rob Croyle begins a new series looking at some of the parables of Jesus. In this first parable we learn a little bit about how crazy generous God is, and are challenged with whether we are actually okay with that. Sermon Notes: P’SHAT – Surface. The truth that is found on a p’shat level can be incredibly profound and profoundly applied. REMEZ – Hints. The rabbi has hidden a special treasure that is unlocked with a familiarity of the Old Testament text. DRASH – Inquire or Seek. Drash is the idea of truth hidden in story. Once a student has found the hint in the Old Testament text, they are given tools that are going to help them unlock and understand the deeper meanings of the rabbi’s teaching. It should be noted here that the remez in a teaching is always up for debate. SOD – Secret or Mystery. Sod is connected to mystery and cannot be learned or taught. Sod is a supernatural gift from God (or we might even say the Holy Spirit). An example of this is Peter’s great confession (Matthew 16) where Jesus remarks that “man has not revealed this to you, but only my Father who is in Heaven.” Matthew 20:1-16 Matthew 6:22-24 Ayin Ha'Ra — Greedy, stingy, self-centered, blind to the needs of others Ayin Tovah — Generous Our Vision — A movement of diverse people living out God’s sacrificial love. Implication: Christ invites you to embrace and celebrate the Father’s incredible generosity. Our Next Steps: 1. Wrestle through the question, “Have I fully embraced the Father’s incredible generosity?” 2. Wrestle through the question, “In what ways do I have an envious eye?” 3. Find ways to celebrate the Father’s incredible generosity this week.
Final Footnotes episode of 2020!!! Rob, Logan, and Jenn have a bit of fun talking about prerecorded services, the importance of deep roots, the Kingdom moving forward, ancient slavery context, and a fair number of bad jokes!
In the final sermon of the "God With Us" series, Rob Croyle casts vision for where Mission Ridge is going as we head into 2021. Sermon Notes: Isaiah 9:6-7 Mishpat — Justice Diyn — Judgement Tsedaqah — Righteousness Luke 13:18-19 Ezekiel 17 Implication: We have been in a season of planting roots; now is a time for growth. Our growth is not for our benefit though, but the benefit of our community. Our Next Steps: 1. Build community. 2. Make disciples. 3. Invest in leaders. 4. Find creative ways to address community needs.
This week on Footnotes: Love in culture, how to disagree and still love, a look at the usage of "abide" in the bible, the relationship between loving yourself and loving others, and other fun ramblings!
Logan Daily takes us through how we should contemplate Love this advent season. Sermon Notes: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 1 John 4:16-18 Matthew 22: 36-39 Implication: Advent is a time of preparation and anticipation, in the darkest days of the year, for the arrival of the light of the world. It is a time to perfect our love in Christ. Next Steps: 1. Abide in Christ. 2. Evaluate. 3. Pick one way to perfect your love this week.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob compare the angel experiences of Mary and Zechariah, discuss some of the next steps from the sermon, get taken down a surprisingly enlightening rabbit trail about adapting and planning, and Logan decides that the word "thirdiary" needs to be a thing.
Rob Croyle leads us through an Advent sermon that challenges us to evaluate where we find our Joy. Sermon Notes: Luke1:5-18 James 1:2-3 Hebrews 12:1-2 Implication: Advent is a time of preparation and anticipation, in the darkest days of the year, for the arrival of the light of the world. It is a time to run with endurance the race set before you — finding your joy in the promise of salvation. Next Steps: 1. Receive Christ. 2. Take inventory of your expectations. What distracts you from “fixing your eyes on Jesus”? 3. Be a source of joy to someone in need.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn talk about supplication, shalom, other places in scripture to turn to when feeling anxious, and have plenty of laughs along the way. Show Notes: Sermon about the blood path Covenant that Rob referenced - https://missionridge.fireside.fm/5-3-20
Rob Croyle leads us through the second week of Advent with a sermon about peace and how we deal with the things that steal that peace away from us. Sermon Notes: John 14:26-27 Luke 1:26-38 Philippians 4:6-7 Implication: Advent is a time of preparation and anticipation, in the darkest days of the year, for the arrival of the light of the world. It is a time to find peace in God who chooses to be with us. Next Steps: 1. Take time to evaluate what is behind your fears and anxieties. 2. Embrace all the sources of help your Emmanuel has provided. 3. Take time daily this Advent for prayer, supplication, and thanksgiving. 4. Share with others the peace you have found in Emmanuel.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob talk about Christmas movies, grace, hope and grief, and get hopelessly derailed talking about Christmas songs.
Rob Croyle leads us through a sermon about the hope that can be found as we anticipate the arrival of Christ. Sermon Notes: Mathew 1:20-21 Luke 2:1-7 1 Peter 1:3-5, 13-15 Implications: Advent is a time of preparation and anticipation, in the darkest days of the year, for the arrival of the light of the world. It is a time to fully set your hope on the return of Christ. Next Steps: 1. Wrestle with the question, “What has robbed you of your hope this year?” 2. Take time to reflect on what it will be like when you are finally face-to-face with Christ. 3. Plan ways of incorporating sacred moments into your Advent. 4.Share your hope.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Jenn, and Kyle dive into some discussion about advent traditions, commentary about objections to the Isaiah prophecy about the virgin birth in Matthew, how your "shadow" affects your ability to "stand firm" as Isaiah commands to do. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Logan Daily begins our series with a look at the history of Advent and a look at the questions we want to be wrestling with this season. *Sermon Notes: * Matthew 1:18-24 Isaiah 7:1-16 Implication: Advent is a time of preparation and anticipation, in the darkest days of the year, for the arrival of the light of the world. Next Steps: 1. Wrestle with the question, “Where do you find your hope, peace, joy, love?” 2. Wrestle with the question, “How will people see me actively pursuing Christ this Advent?” Support Mission Ridge Financially (missionridge.church/give)
This week on Footnotes: Rob is MIA.. so Logan, Kyle, and Jenn have way too much fun discussing what their favorite parts of this series have been, the cost of following, and a couple of thoughts from the gospel of Matthew. Find out more about Mission Ridge Church (https://missionridge.church) Support Mission Ridge financially (https://missionridge.church/give/) Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle wraps up the series with a call to commit everything to follow the call of Christ. Sermon Notes: Luke 9:57-62 Luke 18:22 Luke 9:23-25 Luke 14:25-33 Luke 22:31-32 John 21:15-19, 21-22 Implications: My Part – Commit everything to Christ. Follow Him. God’s Part – Jesus leads you. He intercedes for you. Their Part –
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Jenn, and The Boy Wonder talk about motivated roles, when helping hurts, how proximity affects our ability to minister to people, and how incredibly awkward the holy spirit prompting you to do something can be. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle delivers a sermon calling us to minister to those around us in ways that utilize our individual designs. Sermon Notes: Pathmakers- Interests, Abilities, Values Motivated Role — Creative, Creative Developer, Developer, Refiner, Maintainer Impact Style — Controller, Persuader, Cooperator, Analyst Temperament — Social or Internal Realist or Futurist Thinker or Feeler Planner or Adapter 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Luke 9:12-13 Implications: My Part: Minister where I am planted. God’s Part: Empowers us for service through His Holy Spirit. Makes the miraculous happen. Their Part: Do what is within their power to do. Your Next Steps: 1. Explore your design with your community. 2. Go further with God today. 3. Open your eyes to the opportunities to minister where you are planted.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses how Jesus teaches, servant leadership, and the process of bringing people along as you serve. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Continuing through the "My Part, God's Part, Their Part" series, Rob Croyle walks us through the call to invest in discipling others while we serve. *Sermon Notes: * “Teleioó” - to bring to an end, to complete, perfect “tel’ios” - having reached its end, complete, perfect MATTHEW 20:25-28 1 CORINTHIANS 3:1-3 ACTS 6:1-3 PHILIPPIANS 3:12-17 IMPLICATIONS: My Part: Actively invest in others until we all are mature in Christ. God’s Part: Is our designer. Gives gifts of service through His Spirit. Their Part: Follow the example of those investing in them. YOUR NEXT STEPS: 1. Explore service opportunities inside and outside of the Church. 2. Wherever you are serving, look for opportunities to invite others to serve with you.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss Shfela, 1 Corinthians 5, and discipling people to connect to God. (Along with the standard shenanigry)
Logan Daily delivers a sermon about living with the tension of the communities that we live in pushing God and His community away. What does a Godly community look like when it embraces this tension? Sermon Notes: “Shfela” - foothills Genesis 22:17-18 1 Corinithians 5:9-13 Implications: My Part: Model to people in my community how to connect/ grow/draw closer to God. God’s Part: Leads you to the place where you have the opportunity to influence others. Their Part: Learn to connect to God from people in their community. Your Next Steps: 1. Embrace godly community. 2. Learn new ways to connect with God. 3. Represent your God in Shfela. 4. Teach others to connect to God.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses double binds, chasing the strays, and how COVID has affected what community looks like. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle delivers sermon about the currents of community and what our role looks like in connecting people to God through community. Sermon Notes: Hebrews 2:1-3A Acts 2:42-47 Ephesians 4:11-16 Implications: My Part: Be a guide. Draw people to, and build, godly community. God’s Part: Draws people to Christ. Their Part: Escape the current. Connect deeper with God through community. Your Next Steps: 1. Seek out godly community. 2. Fully engage in God’s community. 3. Actively pursue the disconnected. Chase the strays. 4. Do the work to make our community safe.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses the right and wrong ways to share your story, a rabbinical teaching tool, and couple tangible examples of sharing stories. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Rob Croyle takes us through how sharing our story is part of discipling people, and what our part to play is. Sermon Notes: Matthew 28:19-20 John 4:39 Luke 8:38-39 Your Authenticity + God's Power = Your Faith Story Implications: Their Part: Ask Questions. God’s Part: Right Person, Right Place, Right Time. My Part: Leverage my Faith Stories to create opportunities for people to move closer to Christ. Your Next Steps: 1. Take inventory of what God has done. -When were you first made aware of God? -When did you make a decision to follow Jesus? -How has following Jesus affected your life? -How have you seen God work in significant ways? -How have you seen God answer prayer? -How you seen God provide? -How has God provided direction in your life? -How have you seen God speak directly to you?
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss soil types, stories of reaping, and wresting through some questions that have come up about discipling.
Logan is back again with a look at what our part of sharing the words of Jesus with people looks like. *Sermon Notes: * John 4:35-38 1 Corinthians 3:4-6 Isaiah 55:10-11 Implications: Their Part: Listen. God’s Part: Does the heavy lifting. My Part: Share the word’s of Jesus when God provides the opportunity. Your Next Steps: 1. Know His Words. 2. Practice having spiritual conversations in community. 3. Continue to prepare the soil by building relational capital.
This week on Footnotes: the crew digs into Zacchaeus, engaging in the mess, intentional leadership, and Logan forgets Kyle's name. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
Logan leads us through the story of Zacchaeus for a look at what it means to share your life when making disciples. Sermon notes: Luke 19:1-10 Implications: My Part: Pursue authentic relationship with people in “the mess. God’s Part: Does work in people’s hearts. Their Part: Show up. Your Next Steps: 1. Build relational capital with sinners and tax collectors. 2. Be the influencer in the relationship. 3. Invite sinners and tax collectors to the kingdom.
This week on Footnotes: The crew discusses what it looks like to "say yes" and other questions from the sermon. Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
This week Rob takes a look at the story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch to help break down discipleship into what my part, God's part, and their part looks like. *Sermon Notes: * Matthew 4:19 Matthew 28:18-20 John16:7 J.D. Greear — Paul believed the study of the Word without [the Holy Spirit] was useless. That’s why after expounding the gospel in great detail in the first three chapters of Ephesians, he stops explaining and starts praying that the Spirit would enable the Ephesian believers “to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ. . .that surpasses knowledge” (Eph. 3:18 – 19). Acts 8:26-35 Implications: My Part – Say “yes” to the opportunities God puts before you. God’s Part – Always lining things up to bring people to into relationship with Himself. Their Part – Seeking answers and willing to learn. Your Next Steps: 1. Seek answers and be willing to learn. 2. Say the next “yes.”
This week on Footnotes: an interview with Barbie Jenkins about the work that she does through the organization "Jane Doe No More" and the crew talks about the differences between Evangelism and Discipleship and looks at some of the differences between the two passages that are being discussed in Care Groups this week. *Show Notes: * Barbie Jenkins – barb@janedoenomore.org Jane Doe No More website – https://janedoenomore.org
Rob Croyle starts Mission Ridge out on a new series that will dive deep into how we are called to make disciples. This first week lays the groundwork for the coming weeks by exploring the question, "What is discipleship?" Sermon Notes: Matthew 28:18-20 Matthew 4:18-19 Marty Solomon - "Discipleship is imitating a mentor who imitates Jesus." Implication: As a church, we will live out the Great Commission. Your Next Steps: 1. Make a decision: Will you become a disciple to make disciples. 2. Invest in Care Group. 3. Invest in Life Transforming Group.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Jenn, and Logan talk a bit more about what it looks like to put all of the elements together for Sabbath.
Rob and Jenn wrap up our series about Sabbath this week with a look at how we can bring together all the concepts that we have talked about. Sermon Notes: Genesis 2:1-3 Psalm 23:1-2 Psalm 19:1-4 *Implication: * 1. God invites us to enter into his holiness through a time of Sabbath, but we only can join if we are willing to stop what we are doing. 2. You need rest in God. 3. Establish a rhythm of delight. 4. Know your creator deeper. 5. Say no to good things to experience God’s best. Your Next Steps: 1. Create your container for Sabbath. 2. Experiment with Sabbath. Make changes as needed. Sabbath Resource List Books: Order Your Private World - Gordon MacDonald The Emotional Healthy Leader - Peter Scazzero The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - John Mark Comer The Sabbath - Abraham Joshua Heschel Sabbath - Dan Allender Instagram: Annie F Downs (single and sabbaths) Shireen Eldridge (mom and sabbaths) Pete Scazzero
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Jenn, and Kyle discuss contemplation in Sabbath with the standard amount of silliness, rabbit trails, and occasionally insightful perspectives you know and love! Show Notes: Impact Campus Ministries Website – https://www.impacttheu.com Marty Solomon Podcast –https://www.bemadiscipleship.com Blog – https://makingtalmidim.blogspot.com Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/user/coveredinhisdust/videos Special Guest: Kyle Wonders.
What can I do to deepen my connection to God? How can I catch a glimpse of our creator through Sabbath? Logan Daily takes a look at how we can integrate contemplation into our Sabbath.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and first time guest Kyle have way too much fun talking all about the idea of delighting as part of Sabbath.
What gets in the way of finding delight in my weekly routine? How can I make Sabbath a delight? Rob Croyle and Jenn Bartlett explore what it looks like to delight in Sabbath. Sermon Notes: Genesis 1:31 Psalm 92:1-5 Isaiah 58:13-14 *Implication: * Establish a rhythm of delight. Your Next Steps: 1. Take a routine activity and make it special for Sabbath. 2. Find one way to delight in God, yourself, and those important to you this Sabbath.
This week on Footnotes: the crew dives into patterns of rest, bible nerdery, Rob singing, providing some more context for quotes, and other shenanigans.
Why is rest so elusive? How does Sabbath play into finding meaningful rest? How do we learn to stop, rest, delight, and contemplate in the gift that is Sabbath? Rob Croyle explores these questions as we continue our series looking into Sabbath. Sermon Notes: Genesis 2:2-3 Mark 2:27 Psalm 23:1-2 Mark 11:28 Implication: You need rest in God. Your Next Steps: 1. Have a discussion this week: What do you need rest from? 2. Find one way to “rest in God” this week.
This week on Footnotes: Rob, Jenn, and Logan discuss how Sabbath is relevant to us today, give a little background about some of the sources that we have been learning about Sabbath from, and spend some time discussing the Implication and Next Steps from this week's sermon.
What is Sabbath? How does Sabbath fit into our modern fast-paced lives? Or maybe...how do our fast-paced lives fit into God's intention for Sabbath? Rob Croyle begins our Sabbath series by taking a look at what it means to stop. Sermon Notes: 1 Peter 1:15-16 Colossians 2:16-17 John 9:16A Genesis 2:1-3 Deuteronomy 5:12-15 Implication: God invites us to enter into his holiness through a time of Sabbath, but we only can join if we are willing to stop what we are doing. Your Next Steps: 1. Wrestle with: - Where do I feel that I am not enough? - Where do I feel that I don’t have enough? 2. Wrestle with: - Where do I feel that God isn’t enough? - Where do I feel that God won’t provide? 3. Wrestle with: - Where do I feel that [insert person] is not enough (to meet my expectations)? - What do I find the value of [insert person] in? 4. Pick one thing to stop each week on your Sabbath: - That you love doing. - That you dislike doing.
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses all kinds of fun stuff surrounding Nehemiah 13, and has a super great discussion with Lowell Hochhalter about the work that The LifeGuard Group is doing to combat human trafficking. More information about The LifeGuard Group here: https://thelifeguardgroup.org Volunteer for the Hotline here: https://406stop.com
Rob Croyle wraps up the "Change Your World" series with a look at Nehemiah 13 and how that example stands against the Kingdom that God wants to establish through us. \ Sermon Notes: Nehemiah 13:1-14 Mark 1:14-15 John 3:3-6 Ephesians 4:11-15, 30 John 16:7-10 Romans 14:17-18 Blueprint: We will be a people who partner with God to bring heaven crashing into Missoula. Call to Action: 1. Ask for a new heart. 2. Live out your role. 3. Don’t ignore the leading of the Holy Spirit.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob discuss the joy of the Lord, the need to agree with God for repentance, addressing communal sin, break down the laws in Nehemiah 10, and more!
Logan Daily delivers a sermon on what the story in Nehemiah 8-11 can teach us about repentance and healing. Sermon Notes: Nehemiah 8:1-12 Nehemiah 9:1-3 Nehemiah 9:33-38 *Blueprint: * We will come together in community to repent, heal, and grow. Call to Action: 1. Repent 2. Heal 3. Grow
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob jabber about chiasms, parallels between Nehemiah and Joshua, oppositions, long and short prayers, snoring, and Rob picking on Logan!
Rob Croyle shares the first part of the story of Nehemiah with a message about holding strong and overcoming obstacles. Sermon Notes: Nehemiah 1 Ezra 4:23 Nehemiah 2:1-5 Matthew 22:37-39 Nehemiah 5:1-11 Blueprint: Regardless of the obstacles we encounter, we will not be distracted from following Jesus, being changed by Jesus, and being on mission with Jesus. Call to Action: 1. Respond to Christ’s Invitation. Extend Christ’s invitation. 2. Invest in discipleship. 3. Serve. 4. Protect God’s reputation and God’s most prized possession.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss wearing masks, the genealogy in Ezra 7, different approaches to engaging with "the mess", and more!
Rob Croyle continues our look at the books of Ezra and Nehemiah with a message about how we respond when people make mistakes. Sermon Notes: Ezra 7 Ezra 9:1-4, Deuteronomy 7:3-6 Ezra 10:1-5 Malachi 2:11-15 Ezekiel 36:22, 25-27 Galatians 5:22-23 Blueprint: When people fail, we will partner in restoration. Call to Action: 1. Ask for a new heart. 2. Pray for each other. 3. Be a reconciler. 4. Approach the failures of others humbly.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss things from the first six chapters of Ezra to deepen our understanding of what is going on in the story of Zerubbabel.
This week in the Change Your World series Logan delivers a message from the first six chapters of Ezra, looking at the story of Zerubbabel and how he dealt with the opposition he faced. Sermon Notes: Ezra 1:1-4 Ezra 2:1-2 Ezra 4:1-5 Ezra 5:1-2 Zechariah 8:20-23 Ezra 3:12-13 Blueprint: Avoiding messy people doesn’t usher in God’s presence. God Shows up when we engage the mess and invite Him into it. Call to Action: 1. Engage with your Messiah. 2. Grow deep roots. 3. Talk about your mess in community. 4. Listen to wise council.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into Pan worship, golden calf references, and Ekklesia Link to info on Pan Worship/Gates of Hell: https://www.thattheworldmayknow.com/gates-of-hell-article
We desire change. We believe the church can (and should) make a difference within our community. Why does it seem like Church fails short of our expectations? What can we do to affect lasting change? Rob Croyle delivers a message that begins to address these issues. Sermon Notes: 1 Kings 12:26-29 2 Kings 17:6-12, 19-20 Ezra 9:1 Leviticus 20:23-24 Matthew 16:18 Ephesians 4:11-13 Blueprint: Changing your world takes work. You are the worker. Call to Action: 1. Invest in relational discipleship. 2. Serve inside the Church. 3. Serve outside the Church.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Jenn, and Rob dive into all kinds of craziness from Genesis 23 and 24 that didn't get touched on in the sermon.
This week Logan wraps up our series about Abraham, The Partner God Pursues, with a look at the legacy that Abraham left behind. Sermon Notes: Genesis 23:1-6 Genesis 24:1-9 Genesis 24:62-67 Implication: Leave a legacy. Call to Action:: 1. Invest in relational discipleship. 2. Move beyond your mistakes.
This week on Footnotes: Connecting points between Genesis 21 and 22, repeated words, the tension that Abraham must be feeling over sacrificing Isaac, and wresting with the implication and calls to action from the sermon.
Rob Croyle delivers a message on the story of Abraham being asked to sacrifice Isaac and the effect this should have on our lives. Sermon Notes: Genesis 22:1-19 Hebrews 11:17-19 John 1:14-17 Implication: The partner God pursues builds healthy family. Call to Action: 1. Question the truths you live by. 2. Imitate the grace of Jesus. 3. Expand your view of family.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into the story of Abraham and Abimelech. Discussion on coping, wandering, sojourning, sabbath and more.
Rob Croyle continues our series about the Partner God Pursues with a look at Genesis 20 and how Abraham is still relying on his old methods of coping. Sermon Notes: Genesis 20:1-18 Common Negative Coping Mechanisms Drug Abuse Alcohol Abuse Escapism Denial Isolation Self Mutulation Bottling up Emotions Extreme Emotions Sexual Addiction Withdrawal Over sleeping Comfort Eating Implication: The partner God pursues intentionally invests in authenticity to build new patterns in their lives. Call to Action: 1. Know your coping mechanisms. 2. Build trusting relationships. 3. Embrace the vulnerability God leads you to. 4. Invest in your loving union with your Creator.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into the core value of unity in diversity and the story from Genesis 19.
Rob Croyle delivers a message on unity in diversity and how living with compromise creates suffering in the story of Lot. Sermon Notes: Genesis 19:1-22 Ezekiel 16:49-50 Isaiah 1:9-17 Chesed — kindness or mercy Implication: The partner God pursues shows Chesed without compromise. Call to Action: 1. Evaluate your own heart. 2. Make your life consistent with your worship. 3. Take steps to foster unity in diversity — volunteer, engage in dialogue, read to gain understanding, weep, mourn, and pray.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig a bit deeper into Genesis 18 and wrestle with some of what is found there.
Rob Croyle continues through the story of Abraham this week with a look at two stories that show the sacrificially generous heart of Abraham. Sermon Notes: Genesis 18 Heberews13:2 Genesis 15:6 2 Corinthians 9:7B Luke 15:19-20 Implication: The sacrificially generous partner that God pursues will see needs and find ways to engage. Call to Action: 1. Wrestle with what is getting in the way of you believing God. 2. Serve God with a cheerful heart. 3. Wrestle with God for those who concern you the most. 4. Have crazy amounts of hope for the dysfunctional.
This week on Footnotes: the crew talks about "roughly right", an interview with Kyle Wonders, name changes, and chiasms in Genesis 17.
Continuing through the story of Abraham, Logan dives back into the concept of "roughly right" and growth as you follow God. Sermon Notes: Genesis 17 Matthew 4:19 1 Corinthians 10:23-24 Implication: The partner God pursues is roughly right, yet owns the cost of growth. Call to Action: 1. Get off of the sideline. 2. Dream, try, fail, repeat. 3. Pay the cost of discipleship.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss Jesus Memes, sins of the many, the difference between a stranger and a servant, and various aspects of Genesis 15,16, and 21. Rob and Logan also get the details about this years Bike for Shelter event. Show Notes: Watson Children's Shelter – https://watsonchildrensshelter.org Bike for Shelter – https://watsonchildrensshelter.org/bike-for-shelter/
This week in our series The Partner God Pursues; Rob explores the Genesis 16 and what this teaches us about who God sees and how He sees them. Sermon Notes: Genesis 16 Genesis 15:13-14 Genesis 15:9-12, 17-21 Implication: Whomever you are in conflict with, God sees them. But...are you willing to see them? Call to Action: Be defined by Christ. Remember what you were saved from. Invite others in. See image bearers of God. Keep small things small.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob discuss Care Groups, the core value of Authenticity, and dig a little deeper into a couple aspects of the story of Abram from the sermon.
Continuing through the story of Abraham, Rob Croyle shares with us how vulnerability and authenticity play out in the conversations Abraham has with God, and how it should look in our community. Sermon Notes: Genesis 15:1-4 Genesis 15:5-8 Genesis 15:9-12, 17-21 Implication: The partner God pursues is authentic. Call to Action: Honestly know yourself. Live with authentic vulnerability and honesty toward God. Live with authentic vulnerability and honesty toward others.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into a plethora of topics surrounding this weeks sermon. Offerings/sacrifices, sacrificial generosity, spiritual markers, Melchizedek, and even emotional health get talked discussed today!
Rob Croyle continues our look at the story of Abram this week, observing how sacrificial generosity and valuing family show up in the narrative. Sermon Notes: Genesis 13:8-13 Genesis 13:14-18 Genesis 14:17-24 Genesis 28:22 Implication: The partner God pursues fights for family, not in family. The partner God pursues is sacrificially generous. Call to Action: Call upon God. Pursue humility. Family needs to become the safest place.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn dig into and discuss Abram, his genealogy, why he takes Lot along, and how "roughly right" works into wrestling with the question "can I be the person God partners with?" Also on this episode is an interview with Jim Hicks from Hope Rescue Mission. For more information about Hope Rescue Mission, and how you can get involved, please go to their website: www.hopemontana.org
Logan Daily starts our new series called "The Partner God Pursues" that will look at the story of Abraham, and what we can learn about who God chooses to partner with. Sermon Notes: Genesis 11:27-32 Genesis 12:1-9 Genesis 12:10-20 Implication: The partner God pursues is roughly right. Call to Action: Take that next step God is calling you to make.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jenn discuss the story Rob used in his easter sermon, the motives of Judas, other "empty" stories, and Philippians 3. Also features an interview with the market master for the Clark Fork River Market about how COVID-19 is affecting their season. *Show Notes: * website: clarkforkmarket.com online ordering: https://clarkforkrivermarket.localfoodmarketplace.com/ email: clarkforkrivermarket@gmail.com
Rob Croyle delivers an Easter message about living a resurrected life through Christ. Sermon Notes: Mark 16:1-7 Isaiah 55:1-3 Philippians 3:8-11 1 Peter 1:3-5 Implication: The Resurrected One calls you to live a resurrected life! Call to Action: Let Christ resurrect EVERY area of your life.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob dig into the last piece of the Experiencing God series, Jesus praying in the garden, the last supper and passover. For the image referanced in this episode, please check out our Instagram account HERE (https://www.instagram.com/p/B-2KJlYHYtb/)
In the final sermon of this series, Rob preaches about what is possibly the most important aspect of experiencing God in our lives: obeying his call in our lives. Sermon Notes: JOHN 10:14-18 MATTHEW 16:21, 17:22-23, 20:18-19, 26:2 MATTHEW 26:36-45 MATTHEW 26:49-54 1 PETER 1:13-19 PSALM 23:1-3 Implication: Obedience, like a muscle, must be exercised daily. Call to Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus
Today on Footnotes: Logan and Rob talk about how when we experience God it often involves a crisis of belief. What does a spiritual marker look have to do with anything? Also, what are the pharisees were asking for in a sign?
Continuing our series about experiencing God; Rob leads us through a message about encountering a crisis of belief, why we should expect that, and what we should do about it Sermon Notes: Exodus 3:10-12 Acts 8:26-31 Acts 9:10-16 Acts 21:23-24 Implication: Fear (crisis of belief) is a normal reaction to invitations from God Call to Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob talk about setting aside time and space in life to hear God speak, and interview special guests Emma and Angie from Watson's Children's Shelter. You can find out more about Watson's and donate through their page here: https://watsonchildrensshelter.org
Continuing our series about experiencing God, Rob and Logan teach about God speaking and what our role in that is. Sermon Notes: Genesis 26:4-5 Closeness Attention Matthew 4:18-22 Acts 15:4-6 Implication: To hear God speak you have to give Him closeness and attention Call to Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Jacob, and Marty discuss God inviting you to join His work, Luke 9:57-62, and how the Church can be dealing with COVID-19 situation. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Marty Solomon.
This week Rob Croyle continues our series about Experiencing God with a message about God's invitation to join him. This service was recorded and posted early for our congregation to worship in the safety of their own homes. Sermon Notes: Matthew 4:19 Luke 9:57-62 1 Kings 19:19-21 Imiplication: God invites you to join Him in His work Call to Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and special guest Tricia from Child Bridge discuss what it looks like when God pursues you, how to wrestle with that in community, how peoples stories of being pursued can look different, and how to approach bible study as a conversation. Show Notes: You can contact Tricia here: tcollins@childbridgemontana.org You can find out more information about Child Bridge here: https://www.childbridgemontana.org
Continuing our series on how we can experience God, Rob takes a look at how God pursues us and what sort of relationship God desires to have with us. Sermon Notes: Acts 7:20-37 Exodus 3:1-6 Exodus 33:7-11A John 3:16-19 John 11:3, 5, 35-36 John 14:12-17 John 15:8-10, 12-16 Implication: God pursues you. Call to Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob discuss the implication from the sermon, examples of Jesus partnering with where God was already working, Genesis 26:4-5, and what it looks like when relationship drives your study of the bible.
As we enter the Lenten season Rob Croyle starts a new series about how we can experience God. In the first week we look at how God is working out His redemptive plan, and when we join Him how we get to experience Him. Sermon Notes: Matthew 4:19 John 5:17, Genesis 12:1-3 Genesis 26:4-5 Genesis 28:10-17 John 6:44 John 5:19-20 Implication: God is always at work. Are your eyes and ears tuned to see it? Call To Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and return guest Jen dive in and discuss various aspects of the final sermon of our series through chapters 1-11 of Genesis. Topics include: rest (and how bad Logan is at it), how we live out the tension between not settling and rest, Technology run amok, the chiasm in chapter 11, and Rob ties things into Matthew 5-7. Show Notes: Link to the episode of BEMA Logan mentioned: https://bema.fireside.fm/6
Logan Daily wraps up our look at the the chapters 1-11 of Genesis with the story of the Tower of Babel. What lessons can we learn about technology, self control, and understanding people from this, and how does this story fit into the greater narrative of Genesis 1-11? Sermon Notes: - Parallels Continued - Genesis 11:1-9 - Genesis 5:28-29 - Matthew 28:18-20 - Matthew 4:23-25 Implication: We are not here to make our name great. Call to action: As you go, make disciples.
This week on Footnotes: Rob and Logan dive into the story of Noah cursing his grandson. Exploring the theories on what Ham did to Noah and discussing some of the other possible aspects of this story. Joy Croyle also makes a guest appearance and Rob completely tricks Logan about a fake bible verse to make an excellent point.
Continuing the story of Noah, Rob Croyle delivers a message calling us to speak blessings into peoples' lives instead of curses. Sermon Notes: Genesis 9:18-29 Luke 6:27-29 James 3:8-10 Matthew 5:43-45 1 Peter 3:8-9 Implication: As partners with Christ, our relationships must be different. Call to Action: Bless and do not curse, for you were called to be a blessing.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and special guest Daniel chat a bit about covenants, chiasms, and other stuff to supplement the sermon. (and Logan butchers the pronunciation of "suzerain" ) Show Notes: https://www.chiasmusxchange.com/ "suzerain treaty" https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suzerainty
This week Rob Croyle leads us in looking at the Genesis flood story. What similarities does this story share with Genesis 1? What do we learn about God and man? These questions and more as we continue our journey through the first eleven chapters of Genesis.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob and first time guest Jen discuss Genesis 4 and lots of fun extra content that didn't make it into the sermon. Show notes: Care Net (Jen is the director. They do great work) Shortcomings: (logan is the best there obviously wouldn't be any) Partner relationships Similarities between Genesis 3 and 4 "Teshukah" Offspring of Cain: (crazy midrash, and the legacy of Cain, Seth)
This week Logan Daily takes us through the story of Cain and Abel from Genesis 4. What similarities does this story have with the previous three chapters? What lessons might we acquire from this story of Cain? *Sermon Notes: * Repeated Themes - "Where" - Hiding - Working the ground - Exile Genesis 4:1-16 Call to Action: Whatever is getting in the way of you experiencing God... put it in its place.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and first time guest Cody discuss some extra content from Genesis 3 and some of its implications relating to recovery. Footnotes is meant to give you some extra content, and to help you dig in to the text and continue the conversation during the week
Rob Croyle dives into Genesis 3 this week to explore questions like: "What is the big theme of this story?" and "We know that God speaks curses, but are there blessings too?" Sermon Notes: Repeated Themes Listen with Fresh Ears: What do you learn about sin in this story? What do you learn about God in this story? Genesis 3 Call to Action: Fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. (Hebrews 12:2)
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob discuss 4 rivers being weird, tools making tools, blood being sacred, hunt for a baby chiasm, Rob gets a wee bit excited over a connection between Genesis and 2 Samuel, and Logan says, "Yee-haw" at least twice.
This week we dive into chapter 2 of Genesis, and something is amiss in paradise. What has gone wrong? What steps does God take to resolve this problem, and what does this tell us about ourselves? In this sermon Rob Croyle wrestles with these questions, and tells us some of what we can learn from Genesis 2. Sermon Notes: GENESIS 2:4-25 ROMANS 12:1-8 Observations: 1. We are separate from creation. We are not animals. 2. We need community in order to live out our design.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Mollie discuss creation, science, chaotic nothingness, sabbath, and a whole host of other fun stuff that relates to Genesis 1. *Show Notes: * Link to Marty Solomon BEMA podcast Episode 1- https://bema.fireside.fm/1 For those of you interested in further content about intelligent design and the conversation of how faith and science coexist: Undeniable by Douglas Axe- https://evolutionnews.org/2016/07/morescientists1/ BioLogos - https://biologos.org Discovery Institute- https://www.discovery.org/id/ Sarah Salviander- https://sarahsalviander.com (This is the lady that Rob referenced) Special Guest: Mollie Patterson.
This week Rob dives into the first chapter of Genesis. What does God want to say to a people who come out of a world that says they have no value? What is the first thing God wants to communicate about Himself? What is does God want to communicate about His creation? What does this mean to you? Sermon Notes: Egyptian creation myths 400 Years of Slavery Repeated themes Genesis 1:1-25 Genesis 1:26-2:3 Breaking the Pattern Implication: Because you are tov meod (very good), rest.
This week on Footnotes: Rob and Logan expand on East vs West, Moses authorship, allegory, and Jewish weddings. Terrible jokes and interesting food for thought abound! Footnotes is here to give you some extra content that doesn't make it into our sunday sermons, dig a little deeper into various topics, and help propel the conversation further for you. Mentioned bible project video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQI72THyO5I&t=1s
To begin our series through Genesis, Logan lays some groundwork for how we will approach Genesis 1-11, and provides some questions to keep in mind as we journey through these stories to learn the narrative that God is putting together. Sermon Notes: Exodus 1:8-14 Implication: Do you know your Groom? - In what context do you know HIm? - What does God actually say about you?
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob talk about the various challenges from the "Looking Back, Moving Forward" sermon, and also a bit of pondering why on earth Jesus talks about earning interest in the parable of the talents. Here is the link to the video we reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99fgsvqgFDQ&feature=youtu.be
Rob Croyle delivers a stand-alone sermon looking back as a church at 2019, and then looking forward to where Mission Ridge is heading in 2020. Recording Note: During the sermon Rob showed the first 4 minutes of a 30 minute video. The full video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99fgsvqgFDQ&feature=youtu.be Sermon Notes: Matthew 25:14-30 Matthew 25:31-46 Application: _ Make a commitment this year: _ Pray for someone to receive Christ as Savior Handwrite Torah _ Start a discipleship relationship
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob are joined by special guest Glenn Aylor to discuss Christmas traditions being passed down, how to not pronounce "Ahaz", dig into the context of Isaiah 7 a bit more, and general holiday fun!
In the fourth week of Advent: Logan takes a look at modern Christmas, where we see the love of God in the story, and asks how we can work that love into our traditions. Sermon Notes: Psalm 80: 1-7, 17-19 Isaiah 7:10-16 Matthew 1:18-25 Implication: What are you doing to create traditions that will draw people to Love?
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss serving, Christmas trees, and what it look likes to create your own traditions. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the third week of Advent, Rob asks the questions, "What is your source of joy this Advent season?" and "Would God call you favored?" Sermon Notes: Isaiah 35:1-10 James 5:7-10 Matthew 11:2-11 Luke 1:26-55 Implication: What are you doing to to create traditions that will draw people to joy?
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss John the Baptist, Essenes, Elijah references, and extra stuff about "brood of vipers" Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the second week of Advent, Rob Croyle preaches about drawing people towards Peace. Sermon Notes: Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72 1-7, 18-19 Romans 15:4-13 Matthew 3:1-12 Implication: What are you doing to to create traditions that will draw people to peace?
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss Christmas traditions, the parable of the talents, "be ready", the date of Jesus birth, and other holiday ramblings! Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
Rob Croyle begins our journey through the advent season with a message about the hope that Christ brings, and how we need to be ready. Sermon Notes: Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm 122 Romans 13:11-14 Matthew 24:36-44 Implication: What are you doing to create traditions that will point people to Christ?
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob wrap up the series on Jonah with some extra content, theories, and possible takeaways.
Logan brings the series on Jonah to a close with a look at chapter 4, where our expectations continue to be subverted. Sermon Notes: Jonah 3:10 Jonah 4 Implication: When life doesn’t fit your expectations, what hara’ah arises from your heart?
This week on Footnotes: the crew talks about Jonah chapter 2 & 3, parallels between Jonah and Abraham, Bible Hub, connections to the story of Nicodemus, and children's books. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.
In the second week of the series on Jonah, Rob looks at chapters 2 and 3 of the story and how Jonah doesn't exactly become a ball of fire after his encounter with the fish. 2 Kings 14:23-25 Jonah 1:17 Jonah 2 Jonah 3 Implication: Where are you just going through the motions for God?
This week on Footnotes: the crew discusses all sorts of extra content surrounding Jonah. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.
Rob opens up a new three-week series look at the story of Jonah. This week we will talk about the lullaby effect and dive into the first chapter of the story.
On this weeks episode of Footnotes: Rob, Jacob, Logan, and Mollie discuss situations that are hard to minister in, the significance of 153, Peter as a betrayer, the number 3, and more! Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.
Rob finishes up the "Living the Story" series with a message on making disciples, and how to move into becoming an intentional spiritual adult. Sermon Notes: Acts 2:42 Ephesians 2:8-10 Matthew4:18-19 John 21:1-19 1 Peter 5:1-5 Implication: Jesus has called you to follow Him, be changed Him, and be on mission with Him. Finish well. Application: If you are a mature disciple, shepherd the flock. If you are a new disciple, follow the lead of the mature. Wherever you are at in your discipleship, be humble.
On this episode of Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Jacob, and Mollie have some discussion about what it means to be an intentional leader, learning about design and roles from Acts 6, and where ministry happens. Footnotes is a supplimental midweek podcast to go a little deeper into the topics that are covered in sermons at Mission Ridge and provide additional content that maybe didn't quite fit into the sermon but is still fun to talk about. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.
Continuing through the "Living the Story" series, Logan teaches us about what it looks like to minster and what the process of learning to minster looks like. Sermon Notes: Ephesians 2:8-10 James 2:14-17 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Implication: You are called to be a disciple of Christ, and therefore a disciple- maker. The path of discipleship continues with ministry. Application: Equip for ministry | Equip Yourself Provide Opportunities | Seek Opportunities Release to do ministry | Get in the Game
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss what connect environments can and should be and continue the conversation about building healthy community. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
Rob continues our Living the Story series and looks at what it means to connect people to God, His church, and to purpose. Sermon Notes: 1 Corinthians 3:6-8 Luke 2:46-52 1 Corinthians 3:1-3 1 Peter 2:1-3 Mark 1:35-39 Acts 2:42-47 Implication: You are called to be a disciple of Christ, and therefore a disciple- maker. The path of discipleship continues through connection. Application: Connect to God. Connect to Care Group. Connect to Purpose.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob dive into the story of the woman at the well, and various theories and extra connections to that story. For more information about this story, here are some places to get you started: http://validambiguity.com/2016/01/06/rethinking-samaritan-woman/ https://liferotp.com/sermons/2019/7/7/forever-changed-3-the-woman-at-the-well Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
Rob begins a four-part series that takes a look at how we can live out discipleship in our lives. Discussing what it looks like to share our lives, our stories, the Gospel, new truths, and new habits with the people in our lives. Sermon Notes: Matthew 28:18-20 1 Kings 19:19-21 Matthew 4:19 John 6:44 John 16:7-8 Matthew 16:17 John 4:3-42 Implication: You are called to be a disciple of Christ, and therefore a disciple- maker. The path of discipleship starts with sharing your life. Application: Share your life. Share your story. Share the Gospel. Share new truths. Share new habits. Three things to share about your story: 1. This is my experience with the Son of God. 2. This is how I received forgiveness. 3. This is what I am experiencing in God’s community.
This week on Footnotes: Discussion about Gideon, Ephods, Barak, and other extra material from the sermon about being Roughly Right. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the final week of the series, Rob preaches about what our value of "Roughly Right" using the story of Gideon. Sermon Notes: Hebrews 11:1-31 Hebrews 11:32 Judges 6:7-16 Judges 6:36-40 Judges 7:19-23 Hebrews 12:1-3 Implication: It doesn’t matter how insignificant, ill-equipped, broken, or unqualified you think you are; God calls you to action. Application: 1. Look intently at Jesus — you have a big God. 2. Strip off every encumbrance (whatever sin binds you, what- ever you hide behind, however you seek self-protection). 3. Embrace the community that cheers you on. 4. Receive and extend grace.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss a variaty of topics such as: the ten commandments, Pedagogues, why Logan sees Leviticus relating to family, and how this core value ends up being a bit tricky to break down. Also on this episode: Rob and Jacob are envious of Logan having a milkshake. #hatersgonnahate Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the fourth week of our vision series Logan takes a look at our core value of Family, why it is important, and how we can form a community that lives that out. Sermon Notes: Exodus 20:1-17 Galatians 3:25-29 Galatians 4:4-7 Matthew 22:36-40 Implication: God’s desire/design for your life is to be lived in healthy community. Application: 1. If you want healthy community, then build healthy relationships. 2. If you want a healthy relationship, then love that person as do yourself. 3. If you want to love people and love yourself, then love God.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob continue the conversation about our core value of Diversity and what that looks like for Mission Ridge to live out. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the third week of our vision series we look at the core value of "Unity in Diversity." John's vision on Patmos includes a new song that will be sung about the unity in diversity of the Kingdom of God. How can we be unified in the way we tell the story of who our God is? Sermon Notes: Deuteronomy 23:3-4 Revelation 5:8-10 Matthew 18:1-4 Ephesians 4:7-8, 11-13 Ephesians 4:1-6 Implication: The Church is a unity of different members, loving each other and working together for a greater purpose. Application: 1. Value everyone. 2. Invite in anyone you see attempting to honor God. 3. Fellowship with people you disagree with. 4. Live out your design within the Body of Christ so that we may become mature.
This week on Footnotes: supplemental content about the story of Boaz and Ruth, the book of Leviticus, and more that helps to dig a little deeper into the content from the sermon about sacrificial generosity Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the second week of our vision series we look at our core value of Sacrificial Generosity. Spoiler alert: this is not a tithing sermon. How can we be unified in the way we tell the story of who our God is? How do we create space for others to worship our God with us? Join us as we wrestle with these questions and others. Sermon Notes: Matthew 22:36-40 Ruth 1:1-5 Ruth 2:1-11 Leviticus 19:9-10 Leviticus 23:22 Implication: Living out the Greatest Commandment creates space for others to worship our God with us. Application: 1. Grow your relationship with God. 2. Budget your priorities. 3. Premeditate generosity. 4. Connect that person to God.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and first-time guest Chenoa dive a little deeper into various aspects of vulnerability, and how that is so important for authentic community. Special Guest: Chenoa Reid.
Rob Croyle starts off a new series that will take a look at each of our Core Values, and how those make up the story that we at Mission Ridge tell the world about who our God is. The first value we look at is Authenticity. Sermon Notes: 1 Peter 2:4-5, 9-10 Matthew 5:3-9 Matthew 22:36-40 Brené Brown's 4 Myths of Vulnerability 1 John 1:5-10 Implication: Without vulnerability, growth is handicapped, trust is lost, and dysfunction is fostered. Application: 1. Learn to value the real you. 2. Shine a very bright light in every corner of your life. 3. Invest in authentic relationship. 4. Foster healthy vulnerability.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss some extra content that didn't make it into the sermons about the Lord's Prayer such as the traditional ending of the prayer, extra teachings about forgiveness, and more about the daily bread. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the second week of looking at The Lord's Prayer, Logan examines the three requests in the last half of the prayer, and how those fit into its design.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss the first half of The Lord's Prayer, and suppliment the sermon with lots of extra tidbits that didn't make it into the sermon. Here is the Ancient Hebrew Conception of the Universe (http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uWxV5le-Olg/VcKxisu5YOI/AAAAAAAABU4/tm8OUVxYyhw/s1600/11248163_1441966499447368_8065703154333440062_n.jpg)
In the first of two weeks spent looking at The Lord's Prayer, Rob examines the first half of the prayer, some of it's Old Testament roots, and what The Lord's Prayer should be for us today. Sermon Notes: Matthew 5:1-2 Matthew 8:1 Matthew 6:7-8 Exodus 4:22-23A Matthew 6:9-10 Exodus 3:13-15 Ezekiel 36:23-27 Implication: The Lord’s prayer is the disciple’s prayer. Application: Let the Lord’s Prayer be a springboard to a daily conversation about your part in bringing Kingdom today.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Mollie, and Jacob discuss extra content surrounding Philippians 4. Topics include: Women partnering in the gospel, the "book of life", 8 virtuous attributes, sweet aromas of sacrifice, and more! Footnotes is extra discussion to help you dig in and wrestle with the text. We hope that this will help continue the conversations you have throughout the week. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.
Rob Croyle delivers the final message in our series through Philippians. Sermon Notes: Philippians 4:2-3 Philippians 4:4-7 Philippians 4:8-9 Philippians 4:10-13 Philippians 4:14-20 Implication: Philippians 4 provides concrete steps for living the text. Application: Actively apply God’s word to your everyday living. Inspect the fruit of your life daily. Build accountability into your discipleship relationships. Repent of any missteps. Ask Christ to meet you with His Resurrection power in the places you are stuck.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss Philippians 3:17-4:1, relationship with Christ, and priorities! Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.
In the penultimate sermon of our Philippians series Rob explains what Paul has to say about living to know Christ. Sermon Notes: EXODUS 20:18-20 PHILIPPIANS 3:1-6 PHILIPPIANS 3:7-11 MATTHEW 25:31-46 MATTHEW 7:21-23 PHILIPPIANS 3:12-16 Implication: Live to know Christ. Application: Accept your Savior’s invitation to relationship. Become a Disciple who learns in community what it means to go where your Rabbi leads. Look in the Scriptures daily to determine how your God wants you to live. Share in the sufferings of Christ through acts of service.
This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Mollie have some discussion about Timothy and Epaphroditus, tensions, and discipleship. Special Guest: Mollie Patterson.
In the fourth week of our series in Philippians; Brandon talks about Timothy and Epaphroditus, and the examples they set for us. Sermon Notes: Philippians 2:19-30 Implication: Invest in people lives. Application: Take the time to love people well. Special Guest: Brandon Steele.
This week on of Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Mollie, and Jacob have some discussion about grumbling and complaining, fear and trembling, father relationships, and some discipleship thoughts that all suppliment the third sermon in the Philippians series. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.
Logan Daily delivers the third sermon in our series through Philippians, in which we learn what it looks like to live a life worthy of the gospel of Christ. Sermon Notes: Philippians 1:27-30 Philippians 2:1-4 Philippians 2:5-11 Philippians 2:12-13 Philippians 2:14-18 Implication: You are to be a beacon of hope to a broken world. Application: Go about every day showing the humility of Christ in everything you do.
This week on Footnotes: Rob and Logan discuss prayer, the greeting at the beginning of Philippians, connections to the book of Job, and "to live is christ, and to die is gain"
This week in our series on Philippians: Rob Croyle takes us through the opening of the letter, and continues the conversation of humility and joy that we see throughout the whole letter. Sermon Notes: Philippians 2:5-11 Philippians 1:1-11 Philippians 1:12-18 Philippians 1:19-26 *Implication: * If humility is our destination, joy is the vehicle that will get us there. Application: Cultivate joy through honest worship.
This week on Footnotes: Logan and Rob discuss what humility means, the city of Philippi, discipleship, and talk too much about food
Logan begins our sermon series through Philippians with a look at the Messiah poem in chapter two, which is central to the entire letter. Sermon Notes: Philippians 2:5-11 Isaiah 45:23 Implications: 1. The Gospel begins and ends with Christ as deity. 2. Humility coming from deity is different than humility coming humanity. 3. What are you grasping for in your life? Humility or Glory?