he weekly sermon from Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon. Today's message is from guest speaker and Village Missions candidate Walter Woodward.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Big Idea: Lament Introduces Purpose out of Pain. 1. WHAT’S HAPPENING? Lamentations 1:1-11 Hebrews 5:7 2. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? Colossians 3:17 “We live in a world that is beyond our control, and life is in a constant flux of change. So we have a decision to make: keep trying to control a storm that is not going to go away or start learning how to li…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

If you don’t first live in God’s revealed will, then you can't possibly hope to understand His concealed will. 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Big Idea: God’s will cannot be discovered by seeking IT, it unfolds as you seek HIM. Fix Your Eyes Forward Galatians 5:1 Live for the name on the front "Play for the name on the front of the shirt and they will rememb…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Romans 11:33-36 Big Idea: We discern God’s will when we submit our whole being before Him as an offering. Romans 12 Be a people of love and mercy Romans 12: • “Let love be genuine” (v 9) • “Contribute to the needs of the saints” (v 13) • “Bless those who persecute you” (v 14) • “Weep with those who weep” (v 15) • “Associate with the lowly” (v 16) •…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

John 20:1-18 Big Idea: Redemption began and is fulfilled in the Garden. John 20:30-31 Angels and the Entrance John 20:11-12 Genesis 3:23-24 John 20:1 "The tomb that sealed the body of Jesus became the womb of our salvation." -Max Lucado Face-to-face with the Gardener John 20:15 Genesis 3:8-9 Genesis 2:22-23 "Easter tells us that every ending is a n…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Big Idea: God’s great plan for salvation provokes a response in all of us. Triumphal Entry Matthew 21:1-11 The Temple Ezekiel 10:18-19 Ezekiel 43:1-5 Messiah from the line of David 1 Kings 1:32-35 2 Samuel 7:11-13 Zechariah 9:9 Palm Branches (Independence) John 12:12-15 Hosanna (Save, we pray) Matthew 21:9 Psalm 118:22-26 Who are you becoming in th…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Philippians 4:4-13 Big Idea: Life carries worry, but Jesus carries peace. 1. Worry Won’t Win Philippians 4:4-7 “You cannot stop the birds from flying over your head, but you can keep them from building a nest in your hair” - Martin Luther Jeremiah 23:23-24 Proverbs 4:23 Matthew 22:37-40 2. Invest in the Whatevers Philippians 4:8-9 Psalm 139:23-24 M…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Big Idea: We find joy in Christ as we grow in spiritual maturity Philippians 3:15-4:1 Growth in Christ is a natural part of our maturity Philippians 3:9-14 1 Corinthians 13:9–11 Our model at Evergreen for growth: • Powerful Worship Gatherings • Purposeful Relationships • Spiritual Disciplines • Meaningful Service "I think if you had asked Jesus abo…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Philippians 3:1-14 Big Idea: In pursuit of Christ, abandon false confidence and press on toward the prize of knowing Jesus. 1. “Beware of Dog” Philippians 3:2 Romans 2:28-29 Reality with God is not a matter of outward conformity to religious rituals, but rather of obedience that results from God changing your heart. 2. Everything, to nothing, back …

Walking With Jesus Week 4 - Our Identity: Joyful Exiles May 21, 2017 Jim Ladd The Big Idea: Following Jesus means living as resident aliens in this world, looking forward to being home in the future. 1 Peter 1:1-2; 1 Peter 2:9-12 What is this theme of how to live? We are EXILES and are to live as FOREIGNERS. We are RESIDENT ALIENS Two Implications:…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Philippians 2:1-18 Big Idea: Joy is lived out as we imitate Christ How is joy lived out? 1 - Pursue unity in the Body Strife - squelches the anointing Unity - promotes the anointing Our behaviors are driven by our attitudes. 2 - Having the mindset of Christ Philippians 2:10-11 3 - Do everything without grumbling Numbers 11:1 4 - Choose to rejoice P…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

“Reacting is an instinctive, emotional response to a situation. It's often impulsive and can be influenced by our past experiences or fears. On the other hand, responding is a thoughtful and deliberate action. It involves considering the situation, weighing the options, and making a conscious decision.” - Laura Noel Philippians 1:12-18 Big Idea: Th…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Philippians 1:3-11 Big Idea: Joy is offered in the present, because of the righteousness of Jesus Christ. 1. Fellowship Over Friendship 2 Corinthians 6:14-16 2 Corinthians 12:9 James 1:2-3 2. Joining in Spreading the Gospel Psalm 96:3 Mark 16:15 “Preach the Gospel at all times and when necessary use words.” -St. Francis Assisi Psalm 73:26 3. Throug…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Acts 8:1-4 Galatians 1:13-14 Philippians 3:4-6 Big Idea: A relationship with Jesus is the greatest treasure you will ever find Acts 9:1-19 Religion is always inferior compared to a relationship with Jesus 2 Corinthians 2:4-7 Jesus is our treasure 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Response • Let go of the things that hold you back from pursuing Jesus • Seek Jesus as …

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Acts 6:1-6 Acts 6:8-10 Acts 7:54-60 Big Idea: Keeping our Eyes on Jesus allows us to live a Spirit-filled life that is impossible on our own. • The Spirit’s filling makes the ordinary extraordinary Acts 7:54-56 Hebrews 12:2-3 • The Spirit’s filling makes a profound impact on those around you Acts 7:57-58 Acts 8:1 1 Timothy 1:13-14 "Our faithfulness…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Luke 1:26-38 • Luke is setting an Old Testament theme in chapter one • Gabriel is a long-awaited messenger • No word from God will ever fail! • Mary is the Lord’s Servant Big Idea: Grace changes the focus from ourselves to Jesus God’s Gift is not given on our own merit Ephesians 2:8 Understanding the cost of grace should move us to worship Luke 1:4…

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

John 14:1-7 Big Idea: The Way is revealed to us as we keep our eyes on Jesus 1. Keeping your eyes on Jesus means curious questioning “The reflective Christian is one who questions what she believes while continuing to believe what she is questioning” - Roger Olsen James 1:5-6 John 15:7 2. Keeping your eyes on Jesus means communicating with your ear…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief

Pastor Steve Finkbonner www.evergreencommunitychurch.comBy Evergreen Community Church

Hebrews 12:1-2 John 21:1-19 Big Idea: Keep your eyes on Jesus, the one who has redeemed you. Context • Peter once again got out of the boat to meet Jesus • Peter’s denial is recorded in all four gospels (ouch). • Jesus performed miracles, provided for his people, served, and restored. • The three questions about Peter’s love for Jesus are certainly…

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.By Steve Rief