Sermon Series: The Power of Proximity

Theme: Gathered as Christians

“Why We Gather” Acts 2:42-47

Scripture Lesson Acts 2:42-47 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 Awe came upon everyone...

“Preserving the Gospel, Preserving Community” Luke 4:16-20

Scripture Lesson Luke 4:16-20 16 When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the Sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to...

“Songs, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs” Colossians 3:5-11; 15-17

Scripture Lesson Colossians 3:5-11; 15-17 5 Put to death, therefore, whatever in you is earthly: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed (which is...

“Prayer” I Timothy 2:1-4; 8

Scripture Lesson I Timothy 2:1-4; 8 2 First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, 2 for kings and all...

“Stirring Up to Love and Good Work” Hebrews 10:24-25

Scripture Lesson Hebrews 10:24-25 24 And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds, 25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some,...

Theme: Gathered for God

“God’s Definition of Success” Mark 10:17-27

Scripture Lesson Mark 10:17-27 17 As he was setting out on a journey, a man ran up and knelt before him and asked him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal...

“What Credit Can I Give Away?” I Corinthians 3:5-9

Scripture Lesson I Corinthians 3:5-9 5 What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you came to believe, as the Lord assigned to each. 6 I planted, Apollos...

“Owning My Mistakes” Philippians 2: 3-11, Romans 12:17-18

Scripture Lesson Philippians 2: 3-11 3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or empty conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. 4 Let each of you...

“Dreams and Visions” Proverbs 27:17

Scripture Lesson Proverbs 27:17 17 Iron sharpens iron,    and one person sharpens the wits of another.

“Authenticity” James 4:8

Scripture Lesson James 4:8 8 Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.

Theme: Gathered to be Generous

“Holding On and Letting Go” Exodus 35:21-29

Scripture Lesson Exodus 35:21-29 21 And they came, everyone whose heart was stirred and everyone whose spirit was willing, and brought the Lord’s offering to be used...

“The One in the Middle” I Chronicles 29:1-9

Scripture Lesson I Chronicles 29:1-9 1 King David said to the whole assembly, “My son Solomon, whom alone God has chosen, is young and inexperienced, and the work is...

“Give The Doll Away” Acts 4:32-37

Scripture Lesson Acts 4:32-37 32 Now the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but...

“The Heart’s Test” Matthew 6:19-24

Scripture Lesson Matthew 6:19-24 19 “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal, 20 but store...

“Better Together” Ephesians 2:19-22

Scripture Lesson Ephesians 2:19-22 19 So then, you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and also members of the household of...

Theme: Gathered to Pray

“Prayer as Conversation” Philippians 4:4-7

Scripture Lesson Philippians 4:4-7 4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. 5 Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be...

“What to Say When We Pray” Luke 11:1-4

Scripture Lesson Luke 11:1-4 1 He was praying in a certain place, and after he had finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught...

“The Power of Prayer Together” James 5:13-16

Scripture Lesson James 5:13-16 13 Are any among you suffering? They should pray. Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise. 14 Are any among you sick? They...

“How Prayer Unites Us” Ephesians 1:15-23

Scripture Lesson Ephesians 1:15-23 15 I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason 16 I do not cease to give...

“Who are You Praying To?” Matthew 7:7-11

Scripture Lesson Matthew 7:7-11 7 “Ask, and it will be given to you; search, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened for you. 8 For everyone who asks...

Theme: Gathered to Lead

“Lead with Humility” Matthew 23:11-12

Scripture Lesson Matthew 23:11-12 11 The greatest among you will be your servant. 12 All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be...

“Lead with Love” John 13:34-35

Scripture Lesson John 13:34-35 34 I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. 35 By this...

“Lead with Accountability” Romans 14:12

Scripture Lesson Romans 14:12 12 So then, each one of us will be held accountable.

“Lead Relationally” Matthew 9:10-11 (NLT)

Scripture Lesson Matthew 9:10-11 (NLT) 10 Later, Matthew invited Jesus and his disciples to his home as dinner guests, along with many tax collectors and other...

“Lead with a Teachable Spirit” Psalm 25:4-5

Scripture Lesson Psalm 25:4-5 4 Make me to know your ways, O Lord;     teach me your paths. 5 Lead me in your truth and teach me,     for you are the God of my...

Theme: Gathered Around Jesus

“Dead Man Walking” John 11:25-26

Scripture Lesson John 11:25-26 25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, 26 and everyone who...

“What We Say…and What We Do” Mark 9:23

Scripture Lesson Mark 9:23 23 Jesus said to him, “If you are able! All things can be done for the one who believes.”

“Willing to Be Willing” Acts 2:38-39

Scripture Lesson Acts 2:38-39 38 Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ so that your sins may be forgiven, and you...

“Kingdom of Heaven” Matthew 6:9-10

Scripture Lesson Matthew 6:9-10 9 “Pray, then, in this way: Our Father in heaven,    may your name be revered as holy.10     May your kingdom come.    May your will be...

“The War Over Our Heart” Joshua 24:14-15

Scripture Lesson Joshua 24:14-15 14 “Now, therefore, revere the Lord and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness; put away the gods that your ancestors served beyond...

Theme: Gathered to be Empowered

“Community Matters” Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Scripture Lesson Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 9 Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their toil. 10 For if they fall, one will lift up the other, but woe...

“We Need Each Other” 2 Kings 4:1-6

Scripture Lesson 2 Kings 4:1-6 1Now the wife of a member of the company of prophets cried to Elisha, “Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that your servant...

“The Danger of Isolation” Luke 15:11-24; Hebrews 3:12-13

Scripture Lesson Luke 15:11-24 11 Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of the...

“Risk Being Vulnerable” 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Scripture Lesson 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 7 even considering the exceptional character of the revelations. Therefore, to keep me from being too elated, a thorn was given...

“A Call for a Healthy and Godly Community” Matthew 12:25-26; Acts 2:42-48

Scripture Lesson Matthew 12:25-26 25 He knew what they were thinking and said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself is laid waste, and no city or house divided...