Explore " luke 3" with insightful episodes like "Winter Retreat: Night 1", "Winter Retreat: Night 2", "Luke 3 | John the Baptist's Call to Repentance and Jesus' Genealogies", "Spiritual Habits: Service" and "Spiritual Habits: Solitude & Silence" from podcasts like ""The SM Podcast", "The SM Podcast", "God's Plan, Your Part", "The SM Podcast" and "The SM Podcast"" and more!
2024 Winter Retreat talk 1. SM Director Nick Mercer spoke on the theme "Light in the Darkness" and we looked at Nicodemus in John 3 as he sought Jesus out, but he came at night. We explored where we, like Nicodemus, hide in the darkness and ultimately how Jesus Christ came to be the light in that darkness for us!
2024 Winter Retreat talk 2. SM Director Nick Mercer spoke on the theme "Light in the Darkness" and we looked at Nicodemus in John 3 as he sought Jesus out, but he came at night. We explored where we, like Nicodemus, hide in the darkness and ultimately how Jesus Christ came to be the light in that darkness for us!
Ever wondered how a wild, desert-dwelling preacher could set the stage for one of history's most transformative figures? John the Baptist challenged people to bear fruits of change rather than rest on their ancestry. We don't just retell the tale; we probe deep into the rituals absent from earlier scriptures and the emblematic wheat and chaff, revealing the profound spiritual productivity they symbolize.
And if genealogies tend to make your eyes glaze over, fear not! We tackle the complexities of Jesus' lineage and the intriguing notion of levirate marriage, making sense of the contrasting accounts in Matthew and Luke. It's a journey for the mind and soul, inviting you to engage authentically with your faith.
In Luke 3, the spotlight shines on John the Baptist, a pivotal figure heralding the arrival of Jesus Christ. Amidst the wilderness, John preaches a profound message of repentance, beckoning crowds to undergo baptism as a symbol of spiritual renewal and cleansing from sin. However, his proclamation is not devoid of scrutiny. John confronts individuals whose intentions for baptism are misguided, challenging them to reflect on their motivations and embrace genuine repentance. This narrative of discernment underscores the importance of sincerity in religious practices, urging believers to approach baptism with genuine contrition and a desire for spiritual transformation.
Moreover, Luke meticulously traces the genealogy of Jesus Christ, bridging his earthly lineage to the inception of humanity through Adam. This meticulous lineage serves as a testament to Jesus' profound connection to humanity, underscoring his role as the ultimate redeemer and savior. As the narrative unfolds, John baptizes Jesus in the Jordan River, culminating in a divine proclamation affirming Jesus as the Son of God. This pivotal moment not only marks the initiation of Jesus' earthly ministry but also signifies his divine mission to bring salvation to mankind, solidifying his status as the long-awaited Messiah.
Luke 3 resonates with timeless themes of repentance, salvation, and divine lineage, captivating readers with its historical depth and spiritual significance. Through John the Baptist's uncompromising message and Jesus' divine affirmation, the chapter illuminates the path to spiritual renewal and redemption. Its enduring relevance continues to inspire believers to embrace sincerity in their faith journey, seeking authentic transformation and a deeper connection with the divine.
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We are in a series titled "Spiritual Habits" and this week we looked at the spiritual habit of Service! SM Associate Brett Harlow spoke from Luke 10 and the parable of the Good Samaritan and what we can learn about the habit of service.
We are in a series titled "Spiritual Habits" and this week we looked at the spiritual habit of Solitude and Silence! SM Associate Brett Harlow spoke from Matthew 14: 13-23 and we looked to see how Jesus approached moments of silence and solitude and what we can learn from that.
We are in a series titled "Spiritual Habits" and this week we looked at the spiritual habit of Bible Literacy aka reading the Bible! SM Director Nick Mercer spoke from Luke 2:41-52 and we used that passage as an example for the 3 questions we should sift through when we read the Bible: What does it say? What does it mean? What does it mean for me?
Welcome to Advent! Christ was the perfect fulfillment of many things, including the roles of prophet, priest, and king. In this study we will learn just how significant Jesus’ roles as a prophet, priest, and king were back then and today! Tonight we looked at Jesus the Prophet. SM Associate Amanda Hansford spoke from Hebrews 1:1-3
Continuing in our Back to the Basics series, this week, Nick Mercer talked about the Gospel, the Good News! and how everything we do is connected to Jesus because everything Jesus did was to connect us to new life in Him! He spoke from various passages in the Gospel of Matthew.
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Continuing in our Back to the Basics series, this week Brett Harlow talked about Grace and how we are called to Remember, Recognize, and Receive it! He spoke from Acts 9 and looked at the story of Saul on the road to Damascus.
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Our next series, "Back to the Basics" looks at things in the Christian faith that we hear about, know some about, but rarely ever dive too deep into...and so that is what we are going to do! This week, Lead Associate Pastor Rich Sylvester kicked us off by looking at Baptism.
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We are starting off the year with a series on the sermon on the mount in Matthew 5-7! Each week we will be walking through this section of scripture to see that what Jesus was talking about then still applies to his followers today. SM Director Nick Mercer spoke from Matthew 7:13-20, 24-29 to discuss how Jesus calls us to a different commitment!
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We are starting off the year with a series on the sermon on the mount in Matthew 5-7! Each week we will be walking through this section of scripture to see that what Jesus was talking about then still applies to his followers today. SM Director Nick Mercer spoke from Matthew 6:25-34 to discuss how Jesus calls us to a different mindset!
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We are starting off the year with a series on the sermon on the mount in Matthew 5-7! Each week we will be walking through this section of scripture to see that what Jesus was talking about then still applies to his followers today. SM Director Nick Mercer spoke from Matthew 6:5-13 to discuss how Jesus calls us to be different in our Prayer.
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We are starting off the year with a series on the sermon on the mount in Matthew 5-7! Each week we will be walking through this section of scripture to see that what Jesus was talking about then still applies to his followers today. SM Director Nick Mercer spoke from Matthew 5:1-12 to set up the series and discuss how Jesus calls us to be different in our Posture, our Purpose, and our Actions.
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This summer we have been diving 'Into the Wilderness' to explore how God meets us when we are tired, or lost, or wandering, just as He met the Israelites in Exodus. This week Nick Mercer finished the series by looking at Exodus 18 and looking at Moses and his father-in-law Jethro, and their example of what to do when you are feeling alone in the wilderness.
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This summer we have been diving 'Into the Wilderness' to explore how God meets us when we are tired, or lost, or wandering, just as He met the Israelites in Exodus. This week we have Elijah McGrath one of our summer interns speaking from Exodus 16 and looking at the Israelites and their relationship with God's provision of the Manna from Heaven.
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This summer we have been diving Into The Wilderness to explore how God meets us when we are tired, or lost, or wandering, just as He met the Israelites in Exodus. This week we have Sara Carter one of our Summer Interns speaking from Exodus 14 and looking at the Israelites crossing the Red Sea.
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