Mckernan Baptist Church Podcast

Today we continue a series of sermons from Philippians entitled, "20/20 Vision; Life as God Intends." In a section of his letter where Paul speaks of experiencing God's peace, he challenges his readers to pay close attention to their thinking.

Today we continue a series of sermons from Philippians entitled, "20/20 Vision, Life as God Intends." As we are working through the last chapter Paul has turned his attention to some final exhortations or appeals to the believers. Paul is aware of the difficulties the Philippians are going through and he can appreciate their situation as he too, being in prison, understands the challenges. Paul wants his readers to look beyond their troubles and learn how to live lives of joy and peace.

Today we continue a series of sermons from Philippians entitled, "20/20 Vision, Life as God Intends." As we come to the last chapter, Paul starts to get very practical. The word "therefore" in Phil. 4:1 shows that Paul is building on what he has stated to this point. In essence, out of his love for his readers, he is urging them to take what he has written "on the page" and live it "on the pavement" where they walked out their everyday lives.

Today we resume a series of sermons from Philippians entitled, "20/20 Vision; Life as God Intends." The book of Philippians presents a unique perspective on this kind of life, given that it is written by Paul from jail, where his freedom has been taken from him, his financial resources are very thin and any sense of control over his circumstances is gone. Yet, he writes a letter marked by joy.

Welcome to McKernan Baptist Church Online Service! On this Mother's Day, we want to explore how God grows our faith in the context of intentional relationships with others. While the family certainly provides one such context, the Bible expands our understanding of family to include all followers of Christ. We are not meant to grow in isolation and as such, we can be thankful that there are no restrictions that require spiritual distancing. This morning we will focus on the importance of pursuing mentoring relationships. The following quotes come from people in our own congregation as they reflect on the role mentoring has played in their lives.

For the past several weeks, our gatherings have been far different than we had come to expect and experience. This disruption to our "normal" is also an invitation to explore how God may be leading us in a new and different way. This morning, Pastor Daunavan is going to be sharing on how God is leading us to embody the fruit of the Spirit. As we will see, the Fruit of the Spirit is both profoundly counter-cultural (many of the responses that are considered "default" in our culture are the opposite of the fruit as listed in Galatians 5), yet exactly what many are longing for!

For the past several weeks, our gatherings have been far different than we had come to expect and experience. For many of us, the heart of a worship service meant getting together physically to sing, to pray, and to hear a message based on God's Word. With this forced hiatus from public gathering, we're presented with a unique opportunity to think intentionally about worship. Is it restricted to something we do on Sunday or might it be something quite a bit bigger? This morning we'll explore this question by examining the Biblical message of the song, "The Heart of Worship."

Last week, we celebrated the Resurrection of Jesus Christ! Rather than quickly move on, it's important that we take some time to reflect on the true identity of Jesus as Risen King who is "crowned with many crowns." He is not only alive, but active among His people and in our world. This truth can give us great focus, encouragement and direction in these uncertain times.

On this Easter Sunday, we will explore how the writer of the hymn "It is Well" was able to know inner peace in the midst of personal tragedy. We will see that the verses of his song point to the Biblical truth of Easter as foundational to the kind of life God created us to experience, even in a broken and hurting world.

This is the Good Friday service for 2020.

Our current sermon series, "Seeing Clearly the Songs We Sing," highlights the Biblical truths we declare when we sing the songs that we do in our worship services. We've seen how these songs speak very practically to many of the situations we encounter, including the pandemic we are presently facing.

These last couple of weeks have demonstrated that the ability to remain connected through immense challenges is very possible. As we continue to minister through online opportunities, you'll notice a revised version of the weekly program that we hand out on Sunday. Within the information it provides, there will be a sermon outline that includes questions for discussion/reflection. Many are creatively utilizing platforms to worship together even while in different homes. As we join with brothers and sisters across this tiny planet, we worship a very awesome God. Today's message continues our look at the truths we declare when we sing the songs that we sing as part of our worship. This week's song proclaims that "Christ is Enough".

**Notice: This podcast is louder than usual, you may want to turn down your volume before pressing play. ** Today we will take a closer look at the song "Great is Thy Faithfulness" and see how it speaks the truth of God's faithfulness to us when we find ourselves wandering in difficult and chaotic times. Discussion/Reflection Questions - In difficult and chaotic times, what is the danger of focusing on our circumstances? How is this danger intensified by our 24-hour news cycle and "free-for-all" social media? - Christ's life, death and resurrection fulfilled God's promises. How can this reality bolster our confidence in God's faithfulness today? Beyond this, how have you experienced God's faithfulness in your life? - God promises strength for each new day. Why is it important to wait on His strength one day at a time? What are some ways you can lean into God's strength day by day? - Have you entered into a restored relationship with God based on Christ's death for your sin? What are some practical ways in

In this year, as we pursue the theme "20/20 Vision; Life as God Intends," we recognize that we often proclaim God's vision of life in the songs we sing on Sunday morning. However, it is easy to get lost in the tune and not "see clearly" the truth of the songs we are singing. Questions 1. What truths about God do we ned to consciously declare to one another at a time of uncertainty like this? 2. Why do we need to be intentional in. expressing our gratitude and praise to God? How might we intentionally and practically use our "getting up" and our "night time" to refocus on God, especially in uncertain times? 3. Share with one another (make a list if you're along) that for which you are thankful to God at this time. 4. What are some practical ways we can extend God's heart of love and restoration to those around us during these times? Especially to those who do not yet have a relationship with Christ?

In this year, as we pursue the theme of "20/20 Vision; Life as God Intends," we recognize that we often proclaim God's vision of life in the songs awe sing on a Sunday morning. However, it is easy to get lost in the tune and not "see clearly" the truth of the songs we are singing.

Identity drives motivation, motivation drives action, and action drives results... Every action we take in life has a sense of identity behind it. How we seee ourselves maters. - Dave Lomas

In this year as we pursue the theme "20/20 Vision; Life as God Intends," we recognize that we ofter proclaim God's vision of life in the songs we sing on a Sunday morning. However, it is easy to get lost in the tune and not "see clearly" the truth of the songs we are singing.

We are currently focusing "up close and personal" on some values that are core to our faith. Today we will explore the value of "OUTREACH." In his letter, Peter challenged his readers to enter into the lives of the people around them, even though their culture was becoming increasingly suspicious and agnostic towards Christianity.

Mark 2:1-12

As we begin out year focusing "up close and personal" on some values that are core to our faith today we will explore the value of "SERVICE." In his letter (1 Peter 4:7011), Peter challenges his readers to intentional service for the cause of Christ, even though they find themselves in difficult times.