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Join us as Pastor Parker continues our series on the life of David. In this sermon, we explore David's journey from shepherd to king, emphasizing how he trusted God's timing, endured trials, and remained faithful through every season. By looking at David's life, we are reminded to stay the course, trusting that God's promises will come to pass in H…
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This second sermon in the series on David examines the contrasting paths of Saul and David in 1 Samuel 16, highlighting David's rise from shepherd to king. It explores five key characteristics that marked David's early life: discipline, devotion, discernment, distinction, and divine favor. The message emphasizes how God prepares leaders through pri…
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Happy Anniversary Sunday! Today Pinewood Church turns 6 years old, and we are beginning a new series on David, a man after God's own heart. David’s story is about God’s master plan of salvation, unfolding through an unlikely individual. This is God picking someone nobody expected to establish a kingdom that would last forever. When God writes a sto…
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This week's sermon concludes Part 2 of the Wild & Free series. Pastor Parker focuses in on scripture to explore the gift of speaking in, and interpreting tongues. Listen along to uncover what God's word has to say about this gift of the Spirit. Weekly messages from Pinewood Church in Boulder, Colorado. Our mission is to meet people where they are a…
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Pastor Jess continues the Wild & Free series this week, looking at the gifts of miracles, healing and faith – highlighting their biblical foundations, meanings, and how we can steward these gifts with assurance. What miracle are you praying and believing for? How can believers discern between genuine miracles and counterfeit signs and wonders? What…
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Guest teacher Mary Jean Powers joins us this week to teach on the gifts of Music and Worship Leading. All believers are called to worship God, and those with musical talent may be called to lead and inspire others in this act of worship. As a royal priesthood, we glorify God through our unique gifts and serve Him wholeheartedly. Worship is our iden…
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This week, we welcome Guest Pastor Billy Sprague, from Restoration Church in Denver. Pastor Billy covers three spiritual gifts in this sermon: Helps/Services, Administration, and Giving. Sometimes referred to as the "love" or "ministry" gifts, these gifts bless the whole church and help make things happen! Following along with that idea, this sermo…
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The Wild & Free series continues this week as we explore the spiritual gift of pastoring, which is also referred to as shepherding. The gift of pastoring is the God-given ability and calling to care for and nurture the spiritual well-being of others within the Christian community, providing guidance, protection, support, and care to help believers …
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Continuing the Wild & Free series this week, we’re going to explore two essential spiritual gifts in the body of Christ: teaching and exhortation. These gifts not only build up the church but also help us grow individually in our walk with the Lord. Let’s dive in and see how these gifts function and how we can cultivate them in our lives. Weekly me…
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In this sermon, we are looking at 3 of the 24 spiritual gifts that we’ll be studying over the next several weeks. The goals of the Wild & Free series are to lean into what Scripture teaches about spiritual gifts, listen to and be led by the Holy Spirit, and to activate and encourage the spiritual gifts in one another to build God’s kingdom. Today w…
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The week, we are re-opening a series that began 3 years ago called "Wild & Free." This series focuses on who the Holy Ghost is and His role in our lives as Christians. This week, we’re looking at Spiritual Gifts - exploring scripture, history, terminology, and then ending with some practical application for how we can move forward in discovering, d…
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Pastor Matthew continues our "Blessed Life" series this week with a lesson in Kingdom Economics. We're unpacking parables and lessons from Luke 12, and focusing in on verse 48: "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, even more will be expected." By recognizing the resources w…
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Pinewood Worship Leader, Keegan Velasquez, continues our series on generosity and finances this week. In this sermon, we delve into Matthew 6:19-24 to uncover three essential principles Jesus teaches us: the Principle of Two Treasures, the Principle of Two Eyes, and the Principle of Two Masters. We learn that where our treasure is, our heart follow…
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We are starting a new series this week called “The Blessed Life” where we explore the profound blessings and joy that we get to experience in living lives built around serving God. This week, we are talking about money. 16 out of the 29 parables Jesus told refer to money. Money can fill your life, but it’s never meant to fulfill your life. Jesus ta…
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Pastor Parker wraps up the Relationships series this week with an (4 weeks) early Father’s Day message. We are living in a cultural moment where masculinity is being challenged and questioned. The solution to this problem is coming back to God’s ordained solution, God fearing men! Men who live under His rule and authority, men who pray, provide for…
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Pastor Jess continues our Relationships series this Mother’s Day with a heartfelt and inspiring message. We’re looking back to the Old Testament, where Hannah, the mother of Samuel, prayed “The Hardest Prayer a Mama Prays.” Struggling with barrenness, Hannah asked God for a child, and prayed from a place of security in her faith, with affection, an…
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Pastor Matthew Slaughter continues the Relationships series this week, looking at what we can learn about friendship from Jesus. Jesus exemplified friendship, urging us to love and seek the best for others, echoing the commandment to love one another. Embrace the responsibility of true friendship by pointing each other to the ultimate joy found in …
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We are blessed and honored to host Guest Pastor Trevor Lovingood this week as we continue through the Relationships series. Pastor Trevor challenges us to slow down and examine the world around us with this simple, direct question: "Are you interruptible?" We will discover more about how Jesus really lived day to day during His time on earth by loo…
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Do you think you know your heart? 'The human heart is the most deceitful of all things, and desperately wicked. Who really knows how bad it is? But I, the Lord, search all hearts and examine secret motives.' That's Jeremiah 17:9-10 revealing our reality! Exploring the heart's role in our lives and relationships, we confront the dilemma of whether w…
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This week, we are beginning a new series called "Relationships." Healthy relationships begin in the mind. A mind that is not restored will leave a trail of broken relationships. Gathering insight from Philippians 4:4-9, we will learn to overcome negative thinking patterns like self-doubt, catastrophizing, and overgeneralization through honest praye…
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This Easter Sunday, we are wrapping up the King Jesus series, and our journey through the entire book of John. Has there ever been a time in your life where you felt shame and decided to run from where you know you should be? Shame will lead you towards bondage if you choose to follow it. Today we’re going to talk about how the greatest day in hist…
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Have you ever said, ‘I’ll believe it when I see it!’? This week, we delve into the story of Thomas, famously known as "Doubting Thomas", exploring his journey from doubt to conviction and commission. In John 20:24-29, Thomas grapples with disbelief until he encounters the resurrected Jesus, teaching us valuable lessons about faith and doubt. Discov…
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Join us as we continue the King Jesus series. This week, we delve into the pivotal moment in history recounted in John 19, where Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross changed the world forever. Our aim is to move beyond mere understanding to embrace the profound implications of Christ's sacrifice, leading us to a life of freedom and security in Him. Jesus’…
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Join us in kicking off our new series this week called “King Jesus.” Have you ever been misunderstood, betrayed, falsely accused, or rejected? The reality is that in life you will face many challenges in relationships and it can often feel like nobody understands… Jesus Christ is acquainted with our pain, He is acquainted with our grief, and He has…
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Have you ever experienced the power of being prayed over by someone you admire? Jesus, our Savior and Intercessor, continually prays for us, ensuring we are never alone. In John 17, we see Jesus in His final hours, and what do we see Him doing? Praying! With only twelve hours left to live, He wasn’t in the streets in public ministry and performing …
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How do we stay the course, living a life of joy when we are approaching or enduring difficult seasons in life? In John 16, Jesus is just hours away from going to the cross. Though the greatest sorrow of mankind is about to take place, there is opportunity for the greatest joy. Jesus is a keeper, the owner and protector of all that He cherishes and …
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Join us this week as Pastor Parker preaches on John 15, when Jesus has one of His final conversations with His disciples. “I am the true vine” is the 7th and final “I Am” statement referenced in the Gospel of John. It is a conversation with, about, and for believers. Jesus describes Himself as the source of spiritual vitality, with His followers be…
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So how do you get to heaven? In this third part of our Final Words series, we explore that very question, looking at what Jesus said to His disciples in John 14. Discover the depth of what Jesus meant when He said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life,” and why salvation comes only through putting your faith and trust in Jesus Christ as your pers…
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In this second episode of the Final Words series, we delve into the profound moments leading up to the Last Supper where Jesus, fully aware of His impending departure, demonstrates the essence of true leadership. Unpacking the significance of washing His disciples' feet, the sermon explores the themes of humility, service, and the transformational …
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This week kicks off our “Final Words” series. Up to this point in the book of John we’ve studied the 3 years of ministry leading up to chapter 12. From this chapter till the end of this Gospel we will be discovering and unpacking Jesus' “Final Words” in his last week on earth. In John 12:1-11, we’ll examine lessons in worship, generosity, and endur…
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In this message based on Esther 4:14-17, we explore the concept of a "fast fix" beyond mere quick solutions. Esther, faced with a critical decision, chooses a counter-cultural Jewish fast, emphasizing three key aspects: a Perspective Fix, where our focus shifts from problems to God; a Priority Fix, aligning our desires with God's priorities; and a …
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It is often said that "prayer is us having a conversation with God," but what does that mean? What if we struggle to have conversations with other humans, let alone our Creator? Leading up to our biannual 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, Pastor Matthew Slaughter guides us through Jesus' teaching about prayer (Matthew 6:5-14) in this entertaining and …
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We are grateful to gather together for this Christmas tradition of lighting candles together. The candles symbolize darkness being cast out by the Light of the world, who is our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, then you have the light living inside you, and the power to lead others to hope and salvation in a worl…
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Unveiling the lessons from Joshua's journey, this sermon encourages us to press on when faced with challenges, to keep marching even when it seems redundant, and to persevere when results aren't immediate. The key is obedience, trusting that God will bring about the outcome. Discover the power of faith to build and stay the course, even in the face…
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Vision creates moments, produces miracles, and builds momentum. Vision is the “why” we do what we do, and without a why, it’s easy to lose your way. In this Vision Sunday message, Lead Pastors Parker and Jess Manuel guide us in a look back at what God has been doing at Pinewood in 2023, and how we have had "Faith to Build." We are excited to look a…
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Embark on an exploration of Lazarus's story in Pastor Parker's latest sermon from the Book of John series! Uncover the strength found in hope during despair, sustaining faith amid confusion, and standing resolute in God's love through loss. Through relatable stories, we'll draw parallels between our challenges and Lazarus's journey, revealing the l…
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🗣️ Can you identify the sound of the Good Shepherd’s voice? 🐑 Discover why we are all like sheep, dependent on God. In this sermon based on John 10, we explore the three key "I Am" statements of Jesus: "I am the gate," "I am the Good Shepherd," and "I am the Son of God." Emphasizing the importance of staying close to the Good Shepherd, we delve int…
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“I Was Blind, But Now I See” is a journey through John 9:1-41. We delve into the sixth miraculous sign in the Gospel of John, where Jesus heals a man who was blind from birth. The main points explore the miraculous healing, the powerful testimony of the once-blind man, and the ultimate purpose of Jesus's actions. Discover the significance of obedie…
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In this sermon based on John 8:1-11, we delve into a remarkable encounter between Jesus and a woman caught in adultery. The Pharisees and scribes used her as leverage to trap Jesus, but His response demonstrates mercy and authority in the face adversity. Discover the profound message of forgiveness and redemption as Jesus offers the greatest gift o…
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In John Chapter 5, we explore the transition from being a condemning judge to a compassionate witness. In this message, we uncover how the Pharisees' judgmental spirit hindered their relationship with God and how we can avoid the same pitfalls in our lives. Discover the importance of being a Biblical Judge, one who is discerning, Spirit-filled, and…
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We're hopping over John Chapter 5 this week and welcoming Pastor Ron Johnson, of RST Church in Denver, as he helps us unpack some of the vital lessons in John Chapter 6. Weekly messages from Pinewood Church in Boulder, Colorado. Our mission is to meet people where they are and point them to Jesus. For more information visit our website at pinewood.…
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Part 4 of our Book of John series delves into the timeless wisdom of John 4:1-26. The central idea is clear: "Invest in a few and invite everyone." Discover valuable lessons from Jesus's conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well, including breaking down boundaries, intentional relationship-building, embracing positivity, and the power of a …
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The theme of PNWD CONF 2023 was "Movements." Pastor Parker closes out a great conference weekend, diving into Philippians 2:19-30 to explore the lives of Timothy and Epaphroditus, two individuals who truly lived "sent lives" for Jesus. Paul's letter to the Philippians is filled with valuable lessons for us today. Weekly messages from Pinewood Churc…
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Discover the profound encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus in John 3! Join us as we delve into this pivotal story in the Christian faith. Nicodemus, a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews, embarked on a journey to seek truth, asking questions that led to a deeper understanding of spiritual birth. Walk away from this sermon with a renewed sense of purpos…
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In this second sermon of our Book of John series, focused on John 2:1-12, we delve into the multifaceted roles of Jesus at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. From Jesus the Guest, where we explore the significance of His presence at the event, to Jesus the Son, where His divine identity and mission are unveiled, and finally, Jesus the Host, who turns wa…
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Join us and Guest Pastor Ron Johnson, of Restoration Church in Denver as we kick off the Book of John series. Weekly messages from Pinewood Church in Boulder, Colorado. Our mission is to meet people where they are and point them to Jesus. For more information visit our website at pinewood.churchBy Pinewood Church in Boulder, CO
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