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Resources for our Current Sermon Series

  • Download Documents - Philosophy of Ministry and Consultation Report

    Rod shared some of the process and progress that has been going on behind the scenes during the church consultation with Manna Consulting.


    Download Philosophy of Ministry


    Download Consultation Report - Executive Summary


  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 1: Listen to Jesus

    Rod launched the 'Formed' series where we will explore the book of Hebrews through the rest of the year.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 2: Worship the Enthroned Son

    David unpackes Hebrews 1:4-14 which establishes Jesus as superior to all creation; He is the Eternally Enthroned Son worthy of all worship.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 3: Guarding Against Spiritual Drift

    Brian shares from Hebrews 2:1-4 which warns against drifting away from the true Gospel- Proclaimed by Jesus, affirmed by the Apostles and validated by the signs, wonders and miracles and ongoing work of the Holy Spirit.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 4: Following Jesus in Humility and Suffering

    Bec shares from Hebrews 2:5-9 which serves as a thematic transition from the "exalted Jesus" to  His earthly ministry. The text begins addressing the question of how pain and suffering fit with a saviour who has already won the victory. 


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 5: Belonging to God's Family

    Rod unpacked Hebrews 2:10-18 reminding us that followers of Jesus belong to His family.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 6: Fixing Our Attention on Jesus

    Rod unpacked Hebrews 3:1-6 and reminded us to:


    • Remember whose and who we are (v1a)

    • Fix our thoughts on Jesus (v1b)

    • Hold firmly to Jesus (v6)


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 7: Responding Today with Obedient Hearts

    Brian unpacked Hebrews 3:7-19 and reminded us that:


    • God still speaks today.

    • We are called to respond in obedience.

    • We are called to encourage one another daily.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 8: Learning to Rest in God's Faithfulness

    David shared from Hebrews 4:1-11 and reminded us that:


    • The Promise of Rest Still Stands

    • Rest is God's Pattern

    • Rest is for us Today

    • Rest Requires Intentionality


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 9: Living Open Before God's Word

    Brian shared from Hebrews 4:12-13. God's Word is Alive and Active...


    • Live Expectantly Before God's Word

    • Live Honestly Before God's Word

    • Live Responsively Before God's Word


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  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 10: Approaching God with Confidence

    Ross shared from Hebrews 4:14-16. We can approach God confidently, receiving mercy and grace in our time of need.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 11: Learning Obedience Through Trust

    Rod shared from Hebrews 5:1-10, True obedience grows out of trusting our Heavenly Father, not trying to earn His approval.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 12: Called to Maturity

    Brian shared from Hebrews 5:11-6:3, just like the 1st Century Hebrew congregation, we are called to mature in Christ, no matter what our situations.


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  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 13: Our Hope is Secure

    Luke and Janelle shared from Hebrews 6:4-20, which includes both a strong warning and strong encouragement.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 14: Living Under a Better Priesthood

    Brian unpacked Hebrews chapter 7, concluding with this simple prayer:


    Thank you Father for sending Your son Jesus as our great High Priest, who has saved us completely, guarantees

    Your promises, and always lives to intercede for us.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 15: Living from a Transformed Heart

    Rod shared four covenantal promises from Hebrews 8:


    1. I will put my laws in their minds and write them on their hearts.

    2. I will be their God.

    3. They will all know me.

    4. I will forgive their wickedness.


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 16: Re-evaluating Our Spiritual Practices

    The Israelite people had rhythms and practices that were a part of their religious liturgy. This week David invited us to re-evaluate the practices and rhythms that form us spiritually.


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  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 17: Living with a Cleansed Conscience

    In the message this week, Rod highlighted some wonderful truths of what Jesus has done for us:


    1. Jesus secured our eternal redemption. 

    2. Jesus frees us from guilt and shame.

    3. Jesus frees us for worship and service. 


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

  • [Hebrews] Formed Week 18: Jesus' Finished Work

    In the message this week, Brian unpacked three ideas from the text:


    1. Salvation is a trinitarian act. 

    2. That we are in a time of waiting.

    3. Jesus’ atoning work makes us holy before God (positionally), but we are still being made holy by as we follow Jesus each day.

     


    Download a resource HERE that can be used for personal reflection, in your family or small groups.

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