Shady Grove Sermons

 CAN EASTER CHANGE YOU? Ephesians 2:4-5 HEARERS OF THE WORD: Question to Consider:  Can the resurrection of Jesus Christ change and effect you? Paul uses 3 words to describe who we were: • Dead   • Disobedient             o Three Forces Impact our obedience: WORLD DEVIL FLESH • Doomed Two POWERFUL Simple words “ BUT GOD .” I. EASTER SPEAKS OF GOD’S MERCY v4  II. EASTER SPEAKS OF GOD’S LOVE v4     III. EASTER SPEAKS OF GOD’S GRACE v5 IV. EASTER SPEAKS OF GOD’S KINDNESS v5-7 DOERS OF THE WORD: 1. Take time this week to evaluate how you once walked according to the way of this world.  How has the reality of Easter changed your thoughts, desires and behavior? 2. What is the greatest challenge in communicating the Gospel to those around us that without Christ we are both dead and doomed by our disobedience? 3. What other “But God” statements can you find in the scriptures?                   {personally Romans 5:8 is my favorite! Take time to write yours} 

Seder Celebration 2024 March 27   at   6:00 PM The Seder Passover meal is a remembrance and celebration of our Lord Jesus Christ and His death, burial and resurrection. This evening will have moments of somber reflection, enlightening insights, and joyous praise. I want to first say thank you for the giving of yourself as a hostess for a table at this feast. You are an intricate part of the evening and help set the atmosphere for all gathering. As a hostess there are a few ways to help others at your table enjoy the experience. First, you will bring dishes, glasses (2 sets), silverware and a pitcher. Also, a centerpiece to adorn your table is desired. We asked kindly that it would be such that your guests can still converse and see one another as this is an important part of the evening. Tablecloths and napkins will be provided. If you have napkins that you would like with your place settings you may use those. You will also be given three candles and matches to be placed upon your tab

It's Not About the Donkey Matthew 21:1-11 Did he steal the Donkey? Evidence of _______: Jewish _____ and ______   _______ were allowed to take Livestock. Why a Donkey? Christ Came in ______ not for ___ Christ came in _______ of ________ Why couldn't anyone else ride it?  Jewish ______ were the only one allowed to ride their mounts The donkey points to _________ bearing His first burden of ________ on the __________ What's with the Coats? A sign of _________ 3 degrees of __________ for the thrice holy ________

Hearers of the Word... Sifted BUT Saved  Luke 22:31-34; 61-62 
 Theme:  For the Follower of Christ to know that the trials and testing’s that come to God’s people are only those that He allows. I. THE MANIFESTATION OF SATAN’S PLAN.   v.31 Statement of Truth: As much as the devil has a plan to _________ you, God has a desire to bring you strong ____________ and  _____________ II. THE MISTAKE OF SIMON   v33 • SELF IS SELF - SUFFICIENT • SELF IS SELF-STRONG Statement of Truth: God’s word will _____________   your soul in an attack.   III. THE __________________ OF THE SAVIOR  v.32 • ____________________  v32a • ____________________ v32b (Omnipotence) Statement of Truth: As a Christian you can _________ without your faith ________ Doers of the Word... 1. In what areas of my life have I failed, and my faith stalled?   {And, what is my response today?} 2. What are the greatest growth areas of my life?  How can I grow in the directions God desires for me to go?

Just ONE Look Luke 22:31-34; 61-62 Hearers of the Word... Theme:  For the Follower of Christ to know that Jesus is praying that our faith will not fail even in the midst of our greatest failure.  Restoration is possible and found in the Love of Jesus.   Just One Look:       A. A Convincing Look      B. A look of Compassion      C. A look of Consequence I. THE MANIFESTATION  OF SATAN’S PLAN.   v.31 • HIS DESIRE    v31a
 • HIS DESIGN   v31b
 II. THE MISTAKE OF SIMON   v33 • SELF IS SELF- SUFFICIENT 
 • SELF IS SELF- STRONG 
 To Be Continued... Doers of the Word... 1. In what areas of my life is there a struggle between light and darkness? 2. Am I looking for the hook that the enemy sets?  In what ways have I been enticed and how can I avoid that enticement in the days to come? 3. What are the greatest growth areas of my life?  How can I grow in the directions God desires for me to go?