🕊️📖 Following Jesus’ ascension, the apostles returned to Jerusalem and gathered in the upper room. They prepared for Pentecost and awaited the promised Holy Spirit. The absence of Judas raised the need for a replacement. Peter emphasized the importance of Scripture, showing it as authored by both humans and the Holy Spirit. He quoted Psalms […]
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Welcome to Easter Sunday plus one! And a special welcome to you who are back for a second time. Wasn’t Easter incredible? We had 500 more people than a year ago; an encouraging trend. I’m glad God is still at work growing His church. And that’s a perfect introduction to the book we’re going to […]
Read More… from The Next Next Gen | Acts 1:1-11 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor
📖👀🏃♂️: Mary discovers the empty tomb, leading Peter and John to investigate. 🙋♀️🌅💔: Jesus comforts Mary in her sorrow at the empty tomb. 😨🚪✝️: Jesus appears to the fearful disciples behind locked doors. 🤔❓🔎: Thomas doubts but eventually believes after seeing Jesus’ wounds. 👦🏃♂️🏃♂️🌄: A father and son run to see the empty tomb in […]
Read More… from They Just Went Home – Easter 2024 | John 20:1-10 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor
John places the Lazarus miracle at the heart of his gospel 📖. The Pharisees fear losing power and plot to kill both Jesus and Lazarus 🤔. Jesus enters Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, hailed as a king 🌿👑. He disrupts those who cling to power and disappoints those who crave it 🙌. Inviting Jesus into our […]
Read More… from Jesus on His Own Terms | John 12:12-29 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor
🌟 Summary: The passage from Luke describes Jesus’ crucifixion and the significant events that followed, including the tearing of the temple curtain. This symbolized the removal of barriers between God and humanity, made possible by Jesus’ perfect sacrifice. The narrative highlights the response of Joseph of Arimathea, who sacrificed his reputation and resources to honor […]
Read More… from Why Did Jesus Die? | Luke 23:44-56 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor
🌈 As we reach the crest of The Skull hill, where Jesus was crucified, Luke emphasizes unique aspects of the crucifixion story. Three key points: “Everyone has value, Everyone can be forgiven, and Everyone can have hope.” 👭💔 Jesus, on the way to his execution, compassionately speaks to women mourners, highlighting their value. Luke underscores […]
Read More… from Words From the Cross | Luke 23:26-43 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor
🔍💬📜 In this narrative, Jesus faces diverse perceptions: a Spiritual Threat to religious hypocrites, a Political Pawn accused of insurrection, and a Religious Performer entertaining Herod’s expectations. Despite being declared innocent, the crowd chooses Barabbas over Jesus, illustrating Jesus as the Scapegoat—a substitute taking punishment. Join Pastor Mark as he relates these historical events to […]
Read More… from The Jesus We Need | Luke 22:63-23:25 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor
📜 Pastor Ellis discusses the shifting perception of Christians in society and explores the story of Peter’s denial of Jesus during his arrest. The spiritual battle, forewarned by Jesus, involves Satan’s attempt to sift the disciples. Despite Peter’s denials, Jesus had prayed for his faith not to fail. Peter experiences a low point but later […]
Read More… from Standing for Our Lord | Luke 22:31-34, 54-62 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor
👤😰 Listen to a personal struggle with anxiety and despair, questioning societal expectations and stigma. 👥🗣️ Encouragement regarding openness about mental health in the church. 📖🙏 References Luke 22:39-53, highlighting Jesus’ agony in Gethsemane. 🌿🕊️ Jesus’ emotional and physical suffering, emphasizing his relatability. 🙌💪 An easy way to remember four steps to overcome despair: Pray, […]
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👥 Heart DNA: Embrace humility, accountability, and courage, 🍞 Jesus’ upsetting words about betrayal, 😤 Disciples’ insensitive response: arguing about greatness, 🌍 Jesus challenges worldly views of power. 🙏 Servant-leadership: Make yourself small, serve others, ⬇️ Downward mobility: Jesus’ life trajectory, 🌟 Church greatness: Treating everyone as “above you”, 👥 Mutual discernment and accountability in […]
Read More… from Humility, Accountability, Courage | Luke 22:24-38 | Chapel Hill Church Gig Harbor