Seven Mile Road Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:15:27 -0400 http://www.sevenmilemelrose.org en-us © 2026 Seven Mile Road yes a894fc8e-c1da-52af-b8ba-bbdfa8f4a8ac Seven Mile Road episodic no Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) seven,mile,road,seven,mile,7,mile,reformed,acts,29,boston,malden,melrose,church,christianity,jesus,god,holy,spirit https://storage.buzzsprout.com/it5kb0v6bc33my4plipdjkp86fcu?.jpg Seven Mile Road http://www.sevenmilemelrose.org We're preaching hard just north of Boston. May our good Father, in His grace and by His Spirit, use these words to build the kingdom of His Son by bringing many to repentance and faith.Seven Mile Roaddan@sevenmileroad.org Update: June Update: June Listen to a 14 minute update all about June at Seven Mile Melrose

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19292930 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 811 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to a 14 minute update all about June at Seven Mile Melrose Sermon: At the Table We Remember Christ's Sacrifice Sermon: At the Table We Remember Christ's Sacrifice Each year, generation after generation of God's people would celebrate the Passover, remembering what God had done in freeing his people from Egypt. On the night before his death, Jesus and his disciples gathered and celebrated the Passover meal, but this time the focus would shift from the death of the Lamb to the death of Jesus. In fact, the Apostle Paul would later write, "Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.”

This Sunday, we'll see that: at the table, we remember Christ's sacrifice

]]> Each year, generation after generation of God's people would celebrate the Passover, remembering what God had done in freeing his people from Egypt. On the night before his death, Jesus and his disciples gathered and celebrated the Passover meal, but this time the focus would shift from the death of the Lamb to the death of Jesus. In fact, the Apostle Paul would later write, "Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.”

This Sunday, we'll see that: at the table, we remember Christ's sacrifice

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19282196 Sun, 31 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1709 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEach year, generation after generation of God's people would celebrate the Passover, remembering what God had done in freeing his people from Egypt. On the night before his death, Jesus and his disciples gathered and celebrated the Passover meal, but this time the focus would shift from the death of the Lamb to the death of Jesus. In fact, the Apostle Paul would later write, "Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.” This Sunday, we'll see that: at the table, we remember Christ's sacrifice Sermon: At the Table We Proclaim Christ's Death Sermon: At the Table We Proclaim Christ's Death 1 Corinthians 11.26

While instructing the Corinthian church on the Lord’s Supper, the Apostle Paul wrote, “For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.” (1 Corinthians 11:26 ESV). It is not too difficult to read that and then shake our heads up and down, acknowledging that we understand what Paul is saying. _Yes, Paul, I get it._ But do we?

This Sunday, we’ll examine the reality that at the Table, we proclaim Christ’s death

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While instructing the Corinthian church on the Lord’s Supper, the Apostle Paul wrote, “For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.” (1 Corinthians 11:26 ESV). It is not too difficult to read that and then shake our heads up and down, acknowledging that we understand what Paul is saying. _Yes, Paul, I get it._ But do we?

This Sunday, we’ll examine the reality that at the Table, we proclaim Christ’s death

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19196622 Sun, 17 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1598 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org1 Corinthians 11.26 While instructing the Corinthian church on the Lord’s Supper, the Apostle Paul wrote, “For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.” (1 Corinthians 11:26 ESV). It is not too difficult to read that and then shake our heads up and down, acknowledging that we understand what Paul is saying. _Yes, Paul, I get it._ But do we? This Sunday, we’ll examine the reality that at the Table, we proclaim Christ’s death Update: Conversation with our Church Planting Partners in Inverness Scotland Update: Conversation with our Church Planting Partners in Inverness Scotland We loved getting time with Keith and Lizzie Nicolson from Merkinch & South Kessock Free Church in Scotland and hearing about how God is working in that part of the UK!

]]> We loved getting time with Keith and Lizzie Nicolson from Merkinch & South Kessock Free Church in Scotland and hearing about how God is working in that part of the UK!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19178871 Thu, 14 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 828 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe loved getting time with Keith and Lizzie Nicolson from Merkinch & South Kessock Free Church in Scotland and hearing about how God is working in that part of the UK! Sermon: At the Table We Renew Covenant Sermon: At the Table We Renew Covenant Each week at Seven Mile Road, just after the Word is preached, we partake in the Lord’s Supper, where Jesus invites sinners to share a meal with him. How could this be?
Eating that tiny bit of bread and drinking wine or juice from that tiny cup may seem minute and momentary but it’s actually magnificent! Over the next few weeks, we’ll dive into this grace and mature our understanding of what happens at the table. 
This week, we will examine how at the table we renew covenant with Christ.

]]> Each week at Seven Mile Road, just after the Word is preached, we partake in the Lord’s Supper, where Jesus invites sinners to share a meal with him. How could this be?
Eating that tiny bit of bread and drinking wine or juice from that tiny cup may seem minute and momentary but it’s actually magnificent! Over the next few weeks, we’ll dive into this grace and mature our understanding of what happens at the table. 
This week, we will examine how at the table we renew covenant with Christ.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19158970 Sun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1972 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEach week at Seven Mile Road, just after the Word is preached, we partake in the Lord’s Supper, where Jesus invites sinners to share a meal with him. How could this be? Eating that tiny bit of bread and drinking wine or juice from that tiny cup may seem minute and momentary but it’s actually magnificent! Over the next few weeks, we’ll dive into this grace and mature our understanding of what happens at the table.  This week, we will examine how at the table we renew covenant with Christ. Sermon: Deacons Lead by Serving Sermon: Deacons Lead by Serving Have you ever wondered what a Deacon is? Or what Jesus calls deacons to be and do for him? Maybe you’ve even wondered what benefit it is for the church to have faithful deacons?

Over the last two weeks, we’ve looked at how Jesus is the greatest servant and how he calls elders to serve by leading his church. This week, we will look at how Deacons lead by serving.

In Acts 6, we’ll see how a conflict arose in the church and how those who led the church by serving allowed the apostles to continue preaching the Word and praying ... and how that led to growing faith and a growing church.

]]> Have you ever wondered what a Deacon is? Or what Jesus calls deacons to be and do for him? Maybe you’ve even wondered what benefit it is for the church to have faithful deacons?

Over the last two weeks, we’ve looked at how Jesus is the greatest servant and how he calls elders to serve by leading his church. This week, we will look at how Deacons lead by serving.

In Acts 6, we’ll see how a conflict arose in the church and how those who led the church by serving allowed the apostles to continue preaching the Word and praying ... and how that led to growing faith and a growing church.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19117707 Sun, 03 May 2026 18:00:00 -0400 1840 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever wondered what a Deacon is? Or what Jesus calls deacons to be and do for him? Maybe you’ve even wondered what benefit it is for the church to have faithful deacons? Over the last two weeks, we’ve looked at how Jesus is the greatest servant and how he calls elders to serve by leading his church. This week, we will look at how Deacons lead by serving. In Acts 6, we’ll see how a conflict arose in the church and how those who led the church by serving allowed the apostles to continue preaching the Word and praying ... and how that led to growing faith and a growing church. Update: May Update: May Listen to this month's update to hear all about life at Seven Mile Melrose!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19107039 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:00:00 -0400 805 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to this month's update to hear all about life at Seven Mile Melrose! Sermon: Elders Serve By Leading Sermon: Elders Serve By Leading Have you ever wondered what a Pastor-Elder is?
Or what Jesus calls them to be and do for him?
Or even what benefit it is for the church to have faithful elders? 

Last week, we kicked off our Diakonos sermon series by looking at how Jesus defined true greatness for those who lead in his kingdom: being a servant. 

This week, we will look at how Elders Serve by Leading. In 1 Peter 5, Jesus’ apostle encourages elders to care for Jesus’ people looking forward to Jesus’ eternal reward. In particular, Pastor-Elders serve by leading like Jesus for the good and health of his church.

]]> Have you ever wondered what a Pastor-Elder is?
Or what Jesus calls them to be and do for him?
Or even what benefit it is for the church to have faithful elders? 

Last week, we kicked off our Diakonos sermon series by looking at how Jesus defined true greatness for those who lead in his kingdom: being a servant. 

This week, we will look at how Elders Serve by Leading. In 1 Peter 5, Jesus’ apostle encourages elders to care for Jesus’ people looking forward to Jesus’ eternal reward. In particular, Pastor-Elders serve by leading like Jesus for the good and health of his church.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19087255 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1858 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever wondered what a Pastor-Elder is? Or what Jesus calls them to be and do for him? Or even what benefit it is for the church to have faithful elders?  Last week, we kicked off our Diakonos sermon series by looking at how Jesus defined true greatness for those who lead in his kingdom: being a servant.  This week, we will look at how Elders Serve by Leading. In 1 Peter 5, Jesus’ apostle encourages elders to care for Jesus’ people looking forward to Jesus’ eternal reward. In particular, Pastor-Elders serve by leading like Jesus for the good and health of his church. Sermon: Jesus, the Greatest Servant Sermon: Jesus, the Greatest Servant Mark 10.35-45

_Who is the greatest? How can it be me? _ These are the last questions we’d expect to hear the disciples were asking Jesus ... or at least we’d hope they wouldn’t. But they did ask them, and those questions are often on our minds, too.

This week, as we begin our sermon series called _Diakonos_, we’ll hear Jesus’ answer and see the beautiful truth that HE is the greatest servant, “who came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

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_Who is the greatest? How can it be me? _ These are the last questions we’d expect to hear the disciples were asking Jesus ... or at least we’d hope they wouldn’t. But they did ask them, and those questions are often on our minds, too.

This week, as we begin our sermon series called _Diakonos_, we’ll hear Jesus’ answer and see the beautiful truth that HE is the greatest servant, “who came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19041541 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:00:00 -0400 1802 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMark 10.35-45 _Who is the greatest? How can it be me? _ These are the last questions we’d expect to hear the disciples were asking Jesus ... or at least we’d hope they wouldn’t. But they did ask them, and those questions are often on our minds, too. This week, as we begin our sermon series called _Diakonos_, we’ll hear Jesus’ answer and see the beautiful truth that HE is the greatest servant, “who came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Sermon: Trust in God's King Sermon: Trust in God's King This Sunday, we’ll bring our sermon series, "God’s King", to a close as we complete the Book of Samuel. When the book began, God’s people were being led poorly and desired a king like the nations. As the book ends, though a broken man himself, God’s King David is on the throne, confessing his sin, saving his people, and there’s a promise ... a promise that he’d have a son, God’s True King, who will rule God’s kingdom eternally for the people’s good.

]]> This Sunday, we’ll bring our sermon series, "God’s King", to a close as we complete the Book of Samuel. When the book began, God’s people were being led poorly and desired a king like the nations. As the book ends, though a broken man himself, God’s King David is on the throne, confessing his sin, saving his people, and there’s a promise ... a promise that he’d have a son, God’s True King, who will rule God’s kingdom eternally for the people’s good.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-19008206 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1839 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we’ll bring our sermon series, "God’s King", to a close as we complete the Book of Samuel. When the book began, God’s people were being led poorly and desired a king like the nations. As the book ends, though a broken man himself, God’s King David is on the throne, confessing his sin, saving his people, and there’s a promise ... a promise that he’d have a son, God’s True King, who will rule God’s kingdom eternally for the people’s good. Sermon: He Has Risen Sermon: He Has Risen Mark 16.1-8

Early on Sunday morning, the Sunday after a Friday filled with the shocking, brutal, and gruesome death of Jesus followed by his burial ... and after a Sabbath filled with a certain confusion and sadness, the same women who looked upon Jesus at his death went to his tomb. As they spoke of the need to roll the stone away, they noticed it was already there and heard news that changes everything, "He has risen." This Easter Sunday, we'll celebrate this great news that changes everything

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Early on Sunday morning, the Sunday after a Friday filled with the shocking, brutal, and gruesome death of Jesus followed by his burial ... and after a Sabbath filled with a certain confusion and sadness, the same women who looked upon Jesus at his death went to his tomb. As they spoke of the need to roll the stone away, they noticed it was already there and heard news that changes everything, "He has risen." This Easter Sunday, we'll celebrate this great news that changes everything

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18972660 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1729 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMark 16.1-8 Early on Sunday morning, the Sunday after a Friday filled with the shocking, brutal, and gruesome death of Jesus followed by his burial ... and after a Sabbath filled with a certain confusion and sadness, the same women who looked upon Jesus at his death went to his tomb. As they spoke of the need to roll the stone away, they noticed it was already there and heard news that changes everything, "He has risen." This Easter Sunday, we'll celebrate this great news that changes everything Sermon: The Just Rule of God's King Sermon: The Just Rule of God's King Last words are important and telling. More specifically, they tell what a person thinks is important. In this Sunday’s sermon, we’ll hear David’s final words ... words that God spoke to him and through him as God’s King. As a king who has seen the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, King David’s last words will point us to a crucial reality that a just ruler is a blessing to his people.

]]> Last words are important and telling. More specifically, they tell what a person thinks is important. In this Sunday’s sermon, we’ll hear David’s final words ... words that God spoke to him and through him as God’s King. As a king who has seen the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, King David’s last words will point us to a crucial reality that a just ruler is a blessing to his people.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18930204 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 2127 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLast words are important and telling. More specifically, they tell what a person thinks is important. In this Sunday’s sermon, we’ll hear David’s final words ... words that God spoke to him and through him as God’s King. As a king who has seen the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, King David’s last words will point us to a crucial reality that a just ruler is a blessing to his people. Update: April Update: April The Melrose staff talk about Good Friday, Easter, a checkers game controversy, upcoming sermon series we will hear on Sundays, a typo about the Spring Cleaning and Work Day, April's Connections Breakfast, an upcoming Women's Retreat in New Hampshire,  and how a new Goodreads feature could help some our staff. Listen to get up-to-date and laugh with (and at) us!

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]]> The Melrose staff talk about Good Friday, Easter, a checkers game controversy, upcoming sermon series we will hear on Sundays, a typo about the Spring Cleaning and Work Day, April's Connections Breakfast, an upcoming Women's Retreat in New Hampshire,  and how a new Goodreads feature could help some our staff. Listen to get up-to-date and laugh with (and at) us!

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]]> Buzzsprout-18915458 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400 910 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Melrose staff talk about Good Friday, Easter, a checkers game controversy, upcoming sermon series we will hear on Sundays, a typo about the Spring Cleaning and Work Day, April's Connections Breakfast, an upcoming Women's Retreat in New Hampshire,  and how a new Goodreads feature could help some our staff. Listen to get up-to-date and laugh with (and at) us! Deacon of Care Info: https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/deacon Women's Retreat Info and Sign Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-wH-dTCz8IR-rvN8Km20sm95bcVRkBCNyHwOFFYZg39ZbWw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=117628007985786467489   Sermon: Praise the God Who Saves Sermon: Praise the God Who Saves I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies.

Over and over in the book of Samuel, we have seen how the Lord God delivered his chosen king from every battle, assassination attempt, coup, and rebellion

Because of that, David praises the God who saved him from all his enemies.

To a greater extent, the Lord God not only saved King Jesus from the cords of death but, through him, saves us from all our enemies as well.

Because of that, we can also say I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies

]]> I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies.

Over and over in the book of Samuel, we have seen how the Lord God delivered his chosen king from every battle, assassination attempt, coup, and rebellion

Because of that, David praises the God who saved him from all his enemies.

To a greater extent, the Lord God not only saved King Jesus from the cords of death but, through him, saves us from all our enemies as well.

Because of that, we can also say I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18893634 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 2026 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgI call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies. Over and over in the book of Samuel, we have seen how the Lord God delivered his chosen king from every battle, assassination attempt, coup, and rebellion Because of that, David praises the God who saved him from all his enemies. To a greater extent, the Lord God not only saved King Jesus from the cords of death but, through him, saves us from all our enemies as well. Because of that, we can also say I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised, and I am saved from my enemies Sermon: God Who Delivers Sermon: God Who Delivers 2 Samuel 21-22.1

What have we done? How do we defeat our enemies?
These two questions loomed large in the minds of God's people as David became king and they didn't stop. These questions were there before David and the answers marked much of his reign. Yet, as he nears the end of his life what stands out most isn't that he answered them, but that God delivered him. God delivered his king ... and his people!

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What have we done? How do we defeat our enemies?
These two questions loomed large in the minds of God's people as David became king and they didn't stop. These questions were there before David and the answers marked much of his reign. Yet, as he nears the end of his life what stands out most isn't that he answered them, but that God delivered him. God delivered his king ... and his people!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18854309 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 1935 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org2 Samuel 21-22.1 What have we done? How do we defeat our enemies? These two questions loomed large in the minds of God's people as David became king and they didn't stop. These questions were there before David and the answers marked much of his reign. Yet, as he nears the end of his life what stands out most isn't that he answered them, but that God delivered him. God delivered his king ... and his people! Sermon: Rebellion Defeated, Kingdom Re-Established Sermon: Rebellion Defeated, Kingdom Re-Established We have no portion in David

With these words, Sheba initiates a rebellion against David and divides his kingdom. David’s kingdom can only be fully re-established with the defeat and death of Sheba, signaled by the trumpet blast of Joab.

This Sunday, we will see that in this moment, Israel’s unity comes at the cost of one rebel’s life. This points us to the greater reality of God’s grace to us in Christ, who defeated his enemy by giving his one precious life for all rebels who come to him in faith.

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With these words, Sheba initiates a rebellion against David and divides his kingdom. David’s kingdom can only be fully re-established with the defeat and death of Sheba, signaled by the trumpet blast of Joab.

This Sunday, we will see that in this moment, Israel’s unity comes at the cost of one rebel’s life. This points us to the greater reality of God’s grace to us in Christ, who defeated his enemy by giving his one precious life for all rebels who come to him in faith.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18815834 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1674 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe have no portion in David With these words, Sheba initiates a rebellion against David and divides his kingdom. David’s kingdom can only be fully re-established with the defeat and death of Sheba, signaled by the trumpet blast of Joab. This Sunday, we will see that in this moment, Israel’s unity comes at the cost of one rebel’s life. This points us to the greater reality of God’s grace to us in Christ, who defeated his enemy by giving his one precious life for all rebels who come to him in faith. Sermon: God's Peace Sermon: God's Peace What have I done? How can I come back from that? What happens now?

These questions flow through the minds of God’s people as the rebellion against King David failed. They are concerned with who the King is, but also how he will feel about them ... especially if they opposed him in any way. This Sunday, we’ll see how David responds to those who were near him and those who were far off. Even more, we’ll see how he points us to Christ’s peace.

2 Samuel 19

]]> What have I done? How can I come back from that? What happens now?

These questions flow through the minds of God’s people as the rebellion against King David failed. They are concerned with who the King is, but also how he will feel about them ... especially if they opposed him in any way. This Sunday, we’ll see how David responds to those who were near him and those who were far off. Even more, we’ll see how he points us to Christ’s peace.

2 Samuel 19

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18784438 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2163 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat have I done? How can I come back from that? What happens now? These questions flow through the minds of God’s people as the rebellion against King David failed. They are concerned with who the King is, but also how he will feel about them ... especially if they opposed him in any way. This Sunday, we’ll see how David responds to those who were near him and those who were far off. Even more, we’ll see how he points us to Christ’s peace. 2 Samuel 19 Update: Marriage Retreat Update: Marriage Retreat Listen this month for a special episode all about the upcoming Marriage Retreat! You'll hear what to expect from the sessions, why we are excited about it, who should register, and how to get your ticket! 

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]]> Listen this month for a special episode all about the upcoming Marriage Retreat! You'll hear what to expect from the sessions, why we are excited about it, who should register, and how to get your ticket! 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pursuing-a-god-honoring-marriage-retreat-at-seven-mile-road-church-tickets-1982386908608?aff=oddtdtcreator


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18728272 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:00:00 -0500 990 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen this month for a special episode all about the upcoming Marriage Retreat! You'll hear what to expect from the sessions, why we are excited about it, who should register, and how to get your ticket!  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pursuing-a-god-honoring-marriage-retreat-at-seven-mile-road-church-tickets-1982386908608?aff=oddtdtcreator Sermon: God's Kingdom Secured Sermon: God's Kingdom Secured 2 Samuel 18

David’s kingdom is divided. His own son Absalom has raised an army to take the throne. In the chaos, the question is unavoidable: who is really in control? This Sunday we will see that God secures His Kingdom even through our uncertainty, sin, and grief

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David’s kingdom is divided. His own son Absalom has raised an army to take the throne. In the chaos, the question is unavoidable: who is really in control? This Sunday we will see that God secures His Kingdom even through our uncertainty, sin, and grief

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18740537 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1629 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org2 Samuel 18 David’s kingdom is divided. His own son Absalom has raised an army to take the throne. In the chaos, the question is unavoidable: who is really in control? This Sunday we will see that God secures His Kingdom even through our uncertainty, sin, and grief Sermon: The Prayers of God’s King Sermon: The Prayers of God’s King Have you ever wondered what happens with our prayers? Does God answer them? If so, how does he answer them?

This Sunday, we’ll see God answer the prayer that David prayed when he was first on the run from Absalom’s coup. God’s powerful move was David’s only hope, but God heard him and answered ... and he hears and answers our prayers, too.

2 Samuel 16.15-17.29

]]> Have you ever wondered what happens with our prayers? Does God answer them? If so, how does he answer them?

This Sunday, we’ll see God answer the prayer that David prayed when he was first on the run from Absalom’s coup. God’s powerful move was David’s only hope, but God heard him and answered ... and he hears and answers our prayers, too.

2 Samuel 16.15-17.29

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18688196 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2015 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever wondered what happens with our prayers? Does God answer them? If so, how does he answer them? This Sunday, we’ll see God answer the prayer that David prayed when he was first on the run from Absalom’s coup. God’s powerful move was David’s only hope, but God heard him and answered ... and he hears and answers our prayers, too. 2 Samuel 16.15-17.29 Sermon: The Endurance of Faith Sermon: The Endurance of Faith How do I endure the hard consequences of my sin?
What helps me endure unjust treatment from others?

David is on the run because of the downstream consequences of his own sin.
Despite this, God provides nourishment to sustain David so he can endure the Lord’s fatherly discipline.

Like David, Christ endured by faith through unjust slander, reviling, and false accusations that led to his death. Unlike David, he did so for the sins of others according to God’s fatherly plan.

As those who belong to Christ, we can endure all things by trusting in the character of God revealed to us in the gospel.

]]> How do I endure the hard consequences of my sin?
What helps me endure unjust treatment from others?

David is on the run because of the downstream consequences of his own sin.
Despite this, God provides nourishment to sustain David so he can endure the Lord’s fatherly discipline.

Like David, Christ endured by faith through unjust slander, reviling, and false accusations that led to his death. Unlike David, he did so for the sins of others according to God’s fatherly plan.

As those who belong to Christ, we can endure all things by trusting in the character of God revealed to us in the gospel.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18644351 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1726 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHow do I endure the hard consequences of my sin? What helps me endure unjust treatment from others? David is on the run because of the downstream consequences of his own sin. Despite this, God provides nourishment to sustain David so he can endure the Lord’s fatherly discipline. Like David, Christ endured by faith through unjust slander, reviling, and false accusations that led to his death. Unlike David, he did so for the sins of others according to God’s fatherly plan. As those who belong to Christ, we can endure all things by trusting in the character of God revealed to us in the gospel. Sermon: What Seems Good Sermon: What Seems Good 2 Samuel 15

_Whose favor will I seek? Who will decide what seems good in my life?_ These are big questions that decide a lot about how we live in relation to one another and to God.

In this week’s sermon, we’ll see Absalom, back in Jerusalem, making himself seem good as a righteous judge before the people ... all the while, he’s really making a move for the throne against God’s King, David. As King David hears the news, he leaves Jerusalem weeping and resting his hopes on God’s favor to bring about a return. Either way, David is ready to embrace whatever seems good to God.

]]> 2 Samuel 15

_Whose favor will I seek? Who will decide what seems good in my life?_ These are big questions that decide a lot about how we live in relation to one another and to God.

In this week’s sermon, we’ll see Absalom, back in Jerusalem, making himself seem good as a righteous judge before the people ... all the while, he’s really making a move for the throne against God’s King, David. As King David hears the news, he leaves Jerusalem weeping and resting his hopes on God’s favor to bring about a return. Either way, David is ready to embrace whatever seems good to God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18605576 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1919 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org2 Samuel 15 _Whose favor will I seek? Who will decide what seems good in my life?_ These are big questions that decide a lot about how we live in relation to one another and to God. In this week’s sermon, we’ll see Absalom, back in Jerusalem, making himself seem good as a righteous judge before the people ... all the while, he’s really making a move for the throne against God’s King, David. As King David hears the news, he leaves Jerusalem weeping and resting his hopes on God’s favor to bring about a return. Either way, David is ready to embrace whatever seems good to God. Update: February Update: February Listen to hear all about the life of Seven Mile Melrose this month! 

]]> Listen to hear all about the life of Seven Mile Melrose this month! 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18601804 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500 730 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to hear all about the life of Seven Mile Melrose this month!  Sermon: A Good Brother Sermon: A Good Brother What happens when you have really done it? What happens when you’ve gone one too far too fast and really hurt people? Not just any people, though. You’ve hurt your family, and now you’ve run because it seemed like the only thing you could do. What happens next?
This week, we’ll see this exact story play out in King David’s house in 2 Samuel 14 ... and we’ll see the difference it makes to have a good brother who sees his brother’s plight, pleads for him to be welcomed home, and helps him reconcile to the king.

2 Samuel 14

]]> What happens when you have really done it? What happens when you’ve gone one too far too fast and really hurt people? Not just any people, though. You’ve hurt your family, and now you’ve run because it seemed like the only thing you could do. What happens next?
This week, we’ll see this exact story play out in King David’s house in 2 Samuel 14 ... and we’ll see the difference it makes to have a good brother who sees his brother’s plight, pleads for him to be welcomed home, and helps him reconcile to the king.

2 Samuel 14

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18573887 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1908 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat happens when you have really done it? What happens when you’ve gone one too far too fast and really hurt people? Not just any people, though. You’ve hurt your family, and now you’ve run because it seemed like the only thing you could do. What happens next? This week, we’ll see this exact story play out in King David’s house in 2 Samuel 14 ... and we’ll see the difference it makes to have a good brother who sees his brother’s plight, pleads for him to be welcomed home, and helps him reconcile to the king. 2 Samuel 14 Sermon: Vengeance Belongs to the Lord Sermon: Vengeance Belongs to the Lord 2 Samuel 13.23-39

What happens when someone sins horribly against another person? Do we take action? Do we stand by? What about when justice doesn’t seem to come? This week, we’ll see Absalom respond to Amnon’s sin against Tamar, as he takes vengeance. Absalom commands his men to make things right ... but they don’t necessarily turn out right. The truth is that vengeance belongs to the Lord, and he repays perfectly

]]> 2 Samuel 13.23-39

What happens when someone sins horribly against another person? Do we take action? Do we stand by? What about when justice doesn’t seem to come? This week, we’ll see Absalom respond to Amnon’s sin against Tamar, as he takes vengeance. Absalom commands his men to make things right ... but they don’t necessarily turn out right. The truth is that vengeance belongs to the Lord, and he repays perfectly

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18533466 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500 1770 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org2 Samuel 13.23-39 What happens when someone sins horribly against another person? Do we take action? Do we stand by? What about when justice doesn’t seem to come? This week, we’ll see Absalom respond to Amnon’s sin against Tamar, as he takes vengeance. Absalom commands his men to make things right ... but they don’t necessarily turn out right. The truth is that vengeance belongs to the Lord, and he repays perfectly Sermon: Sin's Destruction Sermon: Sin's Destruction As we return to the Book of Samuel, we’ll see awful sin occur in King David’s house. We’ll see how deep sin destroys emotions, people, and relationships in heartrending fashion and with cascading effect. But we’ll also see that, while sin runs deep, God’s grace in Jesus Christ runs deeper.

]]> As we return to the Book of Samuel, we’ll see awful sin occur in King David’s house. We’ll see how deep sin destroys emotions, people, and relationships in heartrending fashion and with cascading effect. But we’ll also see that, while sin runs deep, God’s grace in Jesus Christ runs deeper.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18491703 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1982 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we return to the Book of Samuel, we’ll see awful sin occur in King David’s house. We’ll see how deep sin destroys emotions, people, and relationships in heartrending fashion and with cascading effect. But we’ll also see that, while sin runs deep, God’s grace in Jesus Christ runs deeper. Update: January Update: January Listening to the monthly updates is a great way to get up to date on the life of Seven Mile Melrose! This month Sara, Justin, and Michael talk about what to expect Sunday mornings, the track we are excited about this winter, and some January events both for members and people who are newer to Seven Mile Road.

https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/ontheroad

]]> Listening to the monthly updates is a great way to get up to date on the life of Seven Mile Melrose! This month Sara, Justin, and Michael talk about what to expect Sunday mornings, the track we are excited about this winter, and some January events both for members and people who are newer to Seven Mile Road.

https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/ontheroad

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18475794 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1238 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListening to the monthly updates is a great way to get up to date on the life of Seven Mile Melrose! This month Sara, Justin, and Michael talk about what to expect Sunday mornings, the track we are excited about this winter, and some January events both for members and people who are newer to Seven Mile Road. https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/ontheroad Sermon: Jesus Arrived to Reveal the Heart Sermon: Jesus Arrived to Reveal the Heart Whether through John the Baptist, Mary and Joseph, or the shepherds, we have seen how God showed that Jesus is the Son of God, the Savior, at his arrival. Yet Jesus' didn't only show up in this world. He arrived to reveal the heart of God for His people. He arrived to reveal the heart of man. Let's see who He is and take hold of Jesus this Christmas.

Luke 2.21-40

]]> Whether through John the Baptist, Mary and Joseph, or the shepherds, we have seen how God showed that Jesus is the Son of God, the Savior, at his arrival. Yet Jesus' didn't only show up in this world. He arrived to reveal the heart of God for His people. He arrived to reveal the heart of man. Let's see who He is and take hold of Jesus this Christmas.

Luke 2.21-40

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18401007 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1628 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhether through John the Baptist, Mary and Joseph, or the shepherds, we have seen how God showed that Jesus is the Son of God, the Savior, at his arrival. Yet Jesus' didn't only show up in this world. He arrived to reveal the heart of God for His people. He arrived to reveal the heart of man. Let's see who He is and take hold of Jesus this Christmas. Luke 2.21-40 Sermon: Good News of Great Joy Sermon: Good News of Great Joy “Good News of Great Joy for all people”. That’s what the angel told the shepherds about Jesus’ birth. The shepherds received the news, followed the sign, and met the Savior. Telling any who would hear about the Messiah, their Savior. They left joyful, worshiping God. This is the story of all who hear, believe, and meet Jesus.

]]> “Good News of Great Joy for all people”. That’s what the angel told the shepherds about Jesus’ birth. The shepherds received the news, followed the sign, and met the Savior. Telling any who would hear about the Messiah, their Savior. They left joyful, worshiping God. This is the story of all who hear, believe, and meet Jesus.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18356467 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1627 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org“Good News of Great Joy for all people”. That’s what the angel told the shepherds about Jesus’ birth. The shepherds received the news, followed the sign, and met the Savior. Telling any who would hear about the Messiah, their Savior. They left joyful, worshiping God. This is the story of all who hear, believe, and meet Jesus. Sermon: Faithfully Participating in God’s Redeeming Work Sermon: Faithfully Participating in God’s Redeeming Work God is redeeming His Creation through His Son, but what does it look like to faithfully and joyfully cooperate with Him in that? In this passage, Luke introduces us to Mary, who gives us some idea of how to do that.

]]> God is redeeming His Creation through His Son, but what does it look like to faithfully and joyfully cooperate with Him in that? In this passage, Luke introduces us to Mary, who gives us some idea of how to do that.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18313796 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0500 2108 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGod is redeeming His Creation through His Son, but what does it look like to faithfully and joyfully cooperate with Him in that? In this passage, Luke introduces us to Mary, who gives us some idea of how to do that. Update: December Update: December Connect with Pastor Michael to meet with a GC on 12/28: prevett@sevenmileroad.org

]]> Connect with Pastor Michael to meet with a GC on 12/28: prevett@sevenmileroad.org

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18302407 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0500 833 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgConnect with Pastor Michael to meet with a GC on 12/28: prevett@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: The Tender Mercy of God Sermon: The Tender Mercy of God This Sunday, we’ll begin our Advent sermon series from the Gospel of Luke, called Good News of Great Joy, with the story of John the Baptist’s birth. As we do so, we’ll hear how God answered the prayers of John’s parents and see how God works in the lives of his people so that His blessing leads others to rejoice in God and hope in his salvation.

Luke 1.5-25, 57-80

]]> This Sunday, we’ll begin our Advent sermon series from the Gospel of Luke, called Good News of Great Joy, with the story of John the Baptist’s birth. As we do so, we’ll hear how God answered the prayers of John’s parents and see how God works in the lives of his people so that His blessing leads others to rejoice in God and hope in his salvation.

Luke 1.5-25, 57-80

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18279402 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1819 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we’ll begin our Advent sermon series from the Gospel of Luke, called Good News of Great Joy, with the story of John the Baptist’s birth. As we do so, we’ll hear how God answered the prayers of John’s parents and see how God works in the lives of his people so that His blessing leads others to rejoice in God and hope in his salvation. Luke 1.5-25, 57-80 Sermon: The Gospel for Fruitful Life Sermon: The Gospel for Fruitful Life The end of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount issues some stark warnings and teaches us that true righteousness finds its roots in the state of our hearts.

]]> The end of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount issues some stark warnings and teaches us that true righteousness finds its roots in the state of our hearts.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18241451 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1596 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe end of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount issues some stark warnings and teaches us that true righteousness finds its roots in the state of our hearts. Sermon: Fasting to Pursue God Sermon: Fasting to Pursue God Have you ever wondered why people choose to fast? Throughout the Scriptures, we see many of God’s people fasting, yet honestly, fasting for the purpose of pursuing God can sometimes be overlooked in our own walk with Jesus.In this week’s passage, Jesus shares with us how to fast and offers a profound motivation: the Father Himself promises to reward us! If our fasting is only to gain applause or approval from others, then that’s the only reward we’ll receive. But when we fast as Jesus teaches, the eternal God sees us and promises to reward us. Ultimately, fasting is about desiring God and His reward more than anything else.

]]> Have you ever wondered why people choose to fast? Throughout the Scriptures, we see many of God’s people fasting, yet honestly, fasting for the purpose of pursuing God can sometimes be overlooked in our own walk with Jesus.In this week’s passage, Jesus shares with us how to fast and offers a profound motivation: the Father Himself promises to reward us! If our fasting is only to gain applause or approval from others, then that’s the only reward we’ll receive. But when we fast as Jesus teaches, the eternal God sees us and promises to reward us. Ultimately, fasting is about desiring God and His reward more than anything else.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18211994 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1181 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever wondered why people choose to fast? Throughout the Scriptures, we see many of God’s people fasting, yet honestly, fasting for the purpose of pursuing God can sometimes be overlooked in our own walk with Jesus.In this week’s passage, Jesus shares with us how to fast and offers a profound motivation: the Father Himself promises to reward us! If our fasting is only to gain applause or approval from others, then that’s the only reward we’ll receive. But when we fast as Jesus teaches, the eternal God sees us and promises to reward us. Ultimately, fasting is about desiring God and His reward more than anything else. Sermon: The Best Investment Sermon: The Best Investment When we read our Bibles, we hear over and over again that God alone rules over all. But as we look around to our culture and to our own hearts, it often feels like something else is on the throne - money.In our text this week, Jesus shows us what it looks like to live faithfully to Him by believing that He is better than our wallets. He won’t give us a budget. He won’t tell us what we can or can’t spend our money on. But He gives us a promise: investing our hearts in His Kingdom is the best investment we can ever make.

Matthew 6:1-4; 19-34

]]> When we read our Bibles, we hear over and over again that God alone rules over all. But as we look around to our culture and to our own hearts, it often feels like something else is on the throne - money.In our text this week, Jesus shows us what it looks like to live faithfully to Him by believing that He is better than our wallets. He won’t give us a budget. He won’t tell us what we can or can’t spend our money on. But He gives us a promise: investing our hearts in His Kingdom is the best investment we can ever make.

Matthew 6:1-4; 19-34

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18159674 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0500 2089 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen we read our Bibles, we hear over and over again that God alone rules over all. But as we look around to our culture and to our own hearts, it often feels like something else is on the throne - money.In our text this week, Jesus shows us what it looks like to live faithfully to Him by believing that He is better than our wallets. He won’t give us a budget. He won’t tell us what we can or can’t spend our money on. But He gives us a promise: investing our hearts in His Kingdom is the best investment we can ever make. Matthew 6:1-4; 19-34 Sermon: Good Gifts from Your Good Father Sermon: Good Gifts from Your Good Father Prayer can seem quite difficult, no matter how convinced we are that God calls us to it. We can struggle because we don’t know what to say or how to say it. Additionally, we can a tough time because of who we are and what we think we are accomplishing as we pray. No matter your struggle, prayer can challenge you … but through prayer, God can also bless you. This week, we’ll hear from Jesus how to pray in the right way for the right reward and with the right view of God.

]]> Prayer can seem quite difficult, no matter how convinced we are that God calls us to it. We can struggle because we don’t know what to say or how to say it. Additionally, we can a tough time because of who we are and what we think we are accomplishing as we pray. No matter your struggle, prayer can challenge you … but through prayer, God can also bless you. This week, we’ll hear from Jesus how to pray in the right way for the right reward and with the right view of God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18119672 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1778 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPrayer can seem quite difficult, no matter how convinced we are that God calls us to it. We can struggle because we don’t know what to say or how to say it. Additionally, we can a tough time because of who we are and what we think we are accomplishing as we pray. No matter your struggle, prayer can challenge you … but through prayer, God can also bless you. This week, we’ll hear from Jesus how to pray in the right way for the right reward and with the right view of God. Sermon: A Life that Shines Sermon: A Life that Shines Matthew 5.13-16

How can I make a difference in other people's lives? How can I build a life on the gospel that loves and leads others to the real Jesus?

These are questions we ask whether younger and figuring life out or older and established. This Sunday, we'll hear Jesus tell his disciples they've been made new. They've been made salt. They've been made light. And as they (and we!) live as his people doing good works, others will see them and glorify God the Father.

]]> Matthew 5.13-16

How can I make a difference in other people's lives? How can I build a life on the gospel that loves and leads others to the real Jesus?

These are questions we ask whether younger and figuring life out or older and established. This Sunday, we'll hear Jesus tell his disciples they've been made new. They've been made salt. They've been made light. And as they (and we!) live as his people doing good works, others will see them and glorify God the Father.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18076391 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400 1716 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMatthew 5.13-16 How can I make a difference in other people's lives? How can I build a life on the gospel that loves and leads others to the real Jesus? These are questions we ask whether younger and figuring life out or older and established. This Sunday, we'll hear Jesus tell his disciples they've been made new. They've been made salt. They've been made light. And as they (and we!) live as his people doing good works, others will see them and glorify God the Father. Sermon: Citizens of the Kingdom Sermon: Citizens of the Kingdom How does Jesus expect us to live as His people? In Christ our citizenship is in heaven and we’re called to live together in a manner worthy of that calling. This Sunday Jesus shows us what that looks like: ending angry contempt with urgent reconciliation, killing unholy desires and honoring marriage, speaking plainly and keeping our word, and exercising humility and wisdom. We don’t do these to earn the kingdom; we do them because the King equips us by His Spirit and calls us to walk in His ways.

]]> How does Jesus expect us to live as His people? In Christ our citizenship is in heaven and we’re called to live together in a manner worthy of that calling. This Sunday Jesus shows us what that looks like: ending angry contempt with urgent reconciliation, killing unholy desires and honoring marriage, speaking plainly and keeping our word, and exercising humility and wisdom. We don’t do these to earn the kingdom; we do them because the King equips us by His Spirit and calls us to walk in His ways.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18037039 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0400 1679 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHow does Jesus expect us to live as His people? In Christ our citizenship is in heaven and we’re called to live together in a manner worthy of that calling. This Sunday Jesus shows us what that looks like: ending angry contempt with urgent reconciliation, killing unholy desires and honoring marriage, speaking plainly and keeping our word, and exercising humility and wisdom. We don’t do these to earn the kingdom; we do them because the King equips us by His Spirit and calls us to walk in His ways. Sermon: Building Life on the Gospel Sermon: Building Life on the Gospel This week, we begin a new preaching series from Jesus’ famous Sermon on the Mount, titled ‘Building Life on the Gospel.’
We all choose how we are going to build our lives.
The challenge from Jesus is to intentionally choose how we are building our lives.
To enter his kingdom, we must have the overflowing righteousness of God.
How do we get that overflowing righteousness?
There are two choices: One is to pursue righteousness of our own making.
Jesus wants us to choose the other way, his way - join us on Sunday as we learn from Jesus how to build our lives on the Gospel.


]]> This week, we begin a new preaching series from Jesus’ famous Sermon on the Mount, titled ‘Building Life on the Gospel.’
We all choose how we are going to build our lives.
The challenge from Jesus is to intentionally choose how we are building our lives.
To enter his kingdom, we must have the overflowing righteousness of God.
How do we get that overflowing righteousness?
There are two choices: One is to pursue righteousness of our own making.
Jesus wants us to choose the other way, his way - join us on Sunday as we learn from Jesus how to build our lives on the Gospel.


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-18003864 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1676 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis week, we begin a new preaching series from Jesus’ famous Sermon on the Mount, titled ‘Building Life on the Gospel.’ We all choose how we are going to build our lives. The challenge from Jesus is to intentionally choose how we are building our lives. To enter his kingdom, we must have the overflowing righteousness of God. How do we get that overflowing righteousness? There are two choices: One is to pursue righteousness of our own making. Jesus wants us to choose the other way, his way - join us on Sunday as we learn from Jesus how to build our lives on the Gospel. Sermon: Devoted to Every Good Work Sermon: Devoted to Every Good Work How should I follow Jesus in this broken and sinful world? If good works don’t save me, should I try to do them? This Sunday, as Paul ends his letter to Titus, we’ll see that believing and living in Christ means that we’ll also live lives devoted to good works. Our good works won’t save us, but we are certainly called to do them as humble heirs in God’s kingdom.

Titus 3

]]> How should I follow Jesus in this broken and sinful world? If good works don’t save me, should I try to do them? This Sunday, as Paul ends his letter to Titus, we’ll see that believing and living in Christ means that we’ll also live lives devoted to good works. Our good works won’t save us, but we are certainly called to do them as humble heirs in God’s kingdom.

Titus 3

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17963407 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1767 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHow should I follow Jesus in this broken and sinful world? If good works don’t save me, should I try to do them? This Sunday, as Paul ends his letter to Titus, we’ll see that believing and living in Christ means that we’ll also live lives devoted to good works. Our good works won’t save us, but we are certainly called to do them as humble heirs in God’s kingdom. Titus 3 Update: October Update: October Listen for an October update on all things Seven Mile Melrose. 

You'll hear all kinds of things including: why you might see holes in the sanctuary walls, how to get a donut reward, how a middle-school slang term could help you save the date for a marriage retreat, a recap from last months's parenting workshop, how to participate in the Chili Cook-Off, and the staff's thoughts on apple picking. 

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]]> Listen for an October update on all things Seven Mile Melrose. 

You'll hear all kinds of things including: why you might see holes in the sanctuary walls, how to get a donut reward, how a middle-school slang term could help you save the date for a marriage retreat, a recap from last months's parenting workshop, how to participate in the Chili Cook-Off, and the staff's thoughts on apple picking. 

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17933787 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400 891 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an October update on all things Seven Mile Melrose.  You'll hear all kinds of things including: why you might see holes in the sanctuary walls, how to get a donut reward, how a middle-school slang term could help you save the date for a marriage retreat, a recap from last months's parenting workshop, how to participate in the Chili Cook-Off, and the staff's thoughts on apple picking.  Subscribe to the Parents Newsletter: https://sevenmilemelrose.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ae874e3ddc0bd51b08b51e5ab&id=82c8286f7b Sign up for the Chili Cook Off: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1yzeOalAApDgu4fEOk6Pgmn7Hv-N_oYMindzWsl0keFQ/edit?usp=sharing Sermon: Grace That Saves Us and Trains Us Sermon: Grace That Saves Us and Trains Us Following Jesus in an ever-changing, disorienting, and broken world can sometimes seem impossible. We don’t know what to do. We may not know what to say. Life can be confusing in the moment, but this week we’ll hear that the grace of God not only saves us but also trains us.

]]> Following Jesus in an ever-changing, disorienting, and broken world can sometimes seem impossible. We don’t know what to do. We may not know what to say. Life can be confusing in the moment, but this week we’ll hear that the grace of God not only saves us but also trains us.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17932363 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1780 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgFollowing Jesus in an ever-changing, disorienting, and broken world can sometimes seem impossible. We don’t know what to do. We may not know what to say. Life can be confusing in the moment, but this week we’ll hear that the grace of God not only saves us but also trains us. Sermon: Faith that Produces Godly Living Sermon: Faith that Produces Godly Living Paul sent Titus to Crete to establish elders. Titus was also with this young church to ensure that healthy gospel doctrine was being preached and lived. Good doctrine without gospel living discredits the gospel, dishonors God, and destroys lives. But, faith that produces godly living promotes Jesus and his mission to save us and those who don’t yet believe.

]]> Paul sent Titus to Crete to establish elders. Titus was also with this young church to ensure that healthy gospel doctrine was being preached and lived. Good doctrine without gospel living discredits the gospel, dishonors God, and destroys lives. But, faith that produces godly living promotes Jesus and his mission to save us and those who don’t yet believe.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17884787 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2212 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPaul sent Titus to Crete to establish elders. Titus was also with this young church to ensure that healthy gospel doctrine was being preached and lived. Good doctrine without gospel living discredits the gospel, dishonors God, and destroys lives. But, faith that produces godly living promotes Jesus and his mission to save us and those who don’t yet believe. Sermon: Faithful Elders for a Faithful People Sermon: Faithful Elders for a Faithful People As the Apostle Paul left Titus in Crete to help the church, he assigned him an important task: appoint elders. We may wonder: Why? Who? What will they do? Fortunately, as we dive deeper into Paul’s letter, we’ll find answers to those questions and see that Paul believed faithful elders faithfully preaching would lead to faithful people

]]> As the Apostle Paul left Titus in Crete to help the church, he assigned him an important task: appoint elders. We may wonder: Why? Who? What will they do? Fortunately, as we dive deeper into Paul’s letter, we’ll find answers to those questions and see that Paul believed faithful elders faithfully preaching would lead to faithful people

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17842291 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1752 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs the Apostle Paul left Titus in Crete to help the church, he assigned him an important task: appoint elders. We may wonder: Why? Who? What will they do? Fortunately, as we dive deeper into Paul’s letter, we’ll find answers to those questions and see that Paul believed faithful elders faithfully preaching would lead to faithful people Sermon: Believe & Live Sermon: Believe & Live Have you ever wondered how your belief in God affects your life? This Sunday, as we kick off our new sermon series, Believe and Live, we’ll hear that our faith and knowledge of God does not merely inform how we live. Instead, our believing drives our living

Titus 1

]]> Have you ever wondered how your belief in God affects your life? This Sunday, as we kick off our new sermon series, Believe and Live, we’ll hear that our faith and knowledge of God does not merely inform how we live. Instead, our believing drives our living

Titus 1

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17815740 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1737 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever wondered how your belief in God affects your life? This Sunday, as we kick off our new sermon series, Believe and Live, we’ll hear that our faith and knowledge of God does not merely inform how we live. Instead, our believing drives our living Titus 1 Update: September Update: September Listen for an update on all things Seven Mile for this month!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17771451 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 02:00:00 -0400 1041 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an update on all things Seven Mile for this month! Sermon: Bless the Lord Sermon: Bless the Lord Psalm 103

Whether reading the psalms that tells us *Bless the Lord* or singing the words "Praise God from whom all blessings flow" in the Doxology, it's clear that God is due some response from us. He's due our blessing. We know He's worthy, but how can we bless Him? How do we get there? How can we cultivate hearts that bless the Lord? This Sunday, we'll see that we bless the Lord as we remember who He is and what he's done

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Whether reading the psalms that tells us *Bless the Lord* or singing the words "Praise God from whom all blessings flow" in the Doxology, it's clear that God is due some response from us. He's due our blessing. We know He's worthy, but how can we bless Him? How do we get there? How can we cultivate hearts that bless the Lord? This Sunday, we'll see that we bless the Lord as we remember who He is and what he's done

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17726430 Sun, 24 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1903 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 103 Whether reading the psalms that tells us *Bless the Lord* or singing the words "Praise God from whom all blessings flow" in the Doxology, it's clear that God is due some response from us. He's due our blessing. We know He's worthy, but how can we bless Him? How do we get there? How can we cultivate hearts that bless the Lord? This Sunday, we'll see that we bless the Lord as we remember who He is and what he's done Sermon: Resting in the Lord’s Past Love and Future Justice Sermon: Resting in the Lord’s Past Love and Future Justice We live in a world in which some people do evil to others and yet go unpunished. Faced with this reality, we may doubt that God is just. In Psalm 94, the psalmist reassures us that He is and shows us how to live in light of this truth.

]]> We live in a world in which some people do evil to others and yet go unpunished. Faced with this reality, we may doubt that God is just. In Psalm 94, the psalmist reassures us that He is and shows us how to live in light of this truth.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17699073 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2569 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe live in a world in which some people do evil to others and yet go unpunished. Faced with this reality, we may doubt that God is just. In Psalm 94, the psalmist reassures us that He is and shows us how to live in light of this truth. Sermon: Rejoice in God's Reign Sermon: Rejoice in God's Reign Psalm 97
What gives you joy? What makes you rejoice?
Our tendency is to think being in control or getting to call the shots brings joy, but our Psalm this week tells us differently. It tells us that true joy and rejoicing result from the Lord's reign over all.

]]> Psalm 97
What gives you joy? What makes you rejoice?
Our tendency is to think being in control or getting to call the shots brings joy, but our Psalm this week tells us differently. It tells us that true joy and rejoicing result from the Lord's reign over all.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17658812 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1851 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 97 What gives you joy? What makes you rejoice? Our tendency is to think being in control or getting to call the shots brings joy, but our Psalm this week tells us differently. It tells us that true joy and rejoicing result from the Lord's reign over all. Sermon: Psalm 87 Sermon: Psalm 87 Picture the Israelites singing the song of worship in Psalm 87. It says that Zion, otherwise known as Jerusalem, is God’s special place for all peoples, from the hardest to the furthest. It may have been difficult, or frustrating, or baffling, maybe even encouraging or … all of the above.

The Truth of this Psalm is Good News to all of us, but it also challenges us as the people of God to reach out to others together as one family.

]]> Picture the Israelites singing the song of worship in Psalm 87. It says that Zion, otherwise known as Jerusalem, is God’s special place for all peoples, from the hardest to the furthest. It may have been difficult, or frustrating, or baffling, maybe even encouraging or … all of the above.

The Truth of this Psalm is Good News to all of us, but it also challenges us as the people of God to reach out to others together as one family.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17615784 Sun, 03 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2822 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPicture the Israelites singing the song of worship in Psalm 87. It says that Zion, otherwise known as Jerusalem, is God’s special place for all peoples, from the hardest to the furthest. It may have been difficult, or frustrating, or baffling, maybe even encouraging or … all of the above. The Truth of this Psalm is Good News to all of us, but it also challenges us as the people of God to reach out to others together as one family. Update: August Update: August Listen to this month's update and hear:

Who's coming to dinner? and why we're excited about it!

What Sunday gatherings will look like in August

Upcoming Student Ministry events and needs

Thoughts on Summer in New England

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]]> Listen to this month's update and hear:

Who's coming to dinner? and why we're excited about it!

What Sunday gatherings will look like in August

Upcoming Student Ministry events and needs

Thoughts on Summer in New England

and much more!


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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17595237 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 766 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to this month's update and hear: Who's coming to dinner? and why we're excited about it! What Sunday gatherings will look like in August Upcoming Student Ministry events and needs Thoughts on Summer in New England and much more! To subscribe to the student ministry parent newsletter, click here! https://sevenmilemelrose.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ae874e3ddc0bd51b08b51e5ab&id=82c8286f7b Sermon: Hope in the Everlasting God Sermon: Hope in the Everlasting God Psalm 90
Do you ever stop and think about how eternal and unshakable our God is? Do you ever stop and think about how short and fragile life really is in comparison? This Sunday, we’ll do both. Psalm 90 invites us to face the weakness we all know -- our mortality -- not with despair, but with great hope in the everlasting God.

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Do you ever stop and think about how eternal and unshakable our God is? Do you ever stop and think about how short and fragile life really is in comparison? This Sunday, we’ll do both. Psalm 90 invites us to face the weakness we all know -- our mortality -- not with despair, but with great hope in the everlasting God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17574936 Sun, 27 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2244 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 90 Do you ever stop and think about how eternal and unshakable our God is? Do you ever stop and think about how short and fragile life really is in comparison? This Sunday, we’ll do both. Psalm 90 invites us to face the weakness we all know -- our mortality -- not with despair, but with great hope in the everlasting God. Sermon: Fix Your Eyes on God Sermon: Fix Your Eyes on God Psalm 73
Do you feel lost and forgotten when those against God seem to prosper? We grow weary and lose focus of God when evil seems to win. This Sunday we will see that fixing our eyes on God reveals a greater truth -- that God determines our fate. When the world fails we can place our trust in the One who never will.

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Do you feel lost and forgotten when those against God seem to prosper? We grow weary and lose focus of God when evil seems to win. This Sunday we will see that fixing our eyes on God reveals a greater truth -- that God determines our fate. When the world fails we can place our trust in the One who never will.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17532952 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2138 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 73 Do you feel lost and forgotten when those against God seem to prosper? We grow weary and lose focus of God when evil seems to win. This Sunday we will see that fixing our eyes on God reveals a greater truth -- that God determines our fate. When the world fails we can place our trust in the One who never will. Sermon: The Lord Rules on High Forever Sermon: The Lord Rules on High Forever Psalm 92 invites us to praise God for his steadfast love and faithfulness. Together, we’ll see how true flourishing comes not from chasing our own happiness, but from resting in the God who rules on high forever in Christ. Join us as we discover the joy and strength found in worshiping the Lord who plants us to bear fruit for his glory forever.

]]> Psalm 92 invites us to praise God for his steadfast love and faithfulness. Together, we’ll see how true flourishing comes not from chasing our own happiness, but from resting in the God who rules on high forever in Christ. Join us as we discover the joy and strength found in worshiping the Lord who plants us to bear fruit for his glory forever.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17509417 Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1872 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 92 invites us to praise God for his steadfast love and faithfulness. Together, we’ll see how true flourishing comes not from chasing our own happiness, but from resting in the God who rules on high forever in Christ. Join us as we discover the joy and strength found in worshiping the Lord who plants us to bear fruit for his glory forever. Update: July Update: July Listen to this 17-minute update on what's in store this month at Seven Mile Melrose.  

Info on the Melrose Bike parade: https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/servingatmelrosecommon

Find a small group to join on July 6, email prevett@sevenmileroad.org

Info on the Women's Summer Series: 
https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/womenssummerseries

]]> Listen to this 17-minute update on what's in store this month at Seven Mile Melrose.  

Info on the Melrose Bike parade: https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/servingatmelrosecommon

Find a small group to join on July 6, email prevett@sevenmileroad.org

Info on the Women's Summer Series: 
https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/womenssummerseries

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17423709 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1019 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to this 17-minute update on what's in store this month at Seven Mile Melrose.   Info on the Melrose Bike parade: https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/servingatmelrosecommon Find a small group to join on July 6, email prevett@sevenmileroad.org Info on the Women's Summer Series:  https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/womenssummerseries Sermon: Dwell to be Delivered Sermon: Dwell to be Delivered Psalm 91
This Sunday, we’ll see that there’s not only great delight to be found in dwelling in God ... there’s great deliverance. God’s people have always faced significant opposition, intense challenge, and evil itself. Yet through it all and no matter the opponent, God promises great protection to those who seek Him. 

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This Sunday, we’ll see that there’s not only great delight to be found in dwelling in God ... there’s great deliverance. God’s people have always faced significant opposition, intense challenge, and evil itself. Yet through it all and no matter the opponent, God promises great protection to those who seek Him. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17433430 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1624 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 91 This Sunday, we’ll see that there’s not only great delight to be found in dwelling in God ... there’s great deliverance. God’s people have always faced significant opposition, intense challenge, and evil itself. Yet through it all and no matter the opponent, God promises great protection to those who seek Him.  Sermon: Happy in the House of the Lord Sermon: Happy in the House of the Lord Psalm 84 

Have you ever stopped to consider what makes you truly happy? What is it that makes your day or week or life truly blessed? What do you truly long for that doesn’t let you down?As we begin our Summer in the Psalms this Sunday, we’ll hear who the Psalmist says are the truly blessed ones today, tomorrow, and forever. And we’ll find out that they are those who dwell in the house of the Lord, those whose strength is in God, and those who trust in the Lord.

]]> Psalm 84 

Have you ever stopped to consider what makes you truly happy? What is it that makes your day or week or life truly blessed? What do you truly long for that doesn’t let you down?As we begin our Summer in the Psalms this Sunday, we’ll hear who the Psalmist says are the truly blessed ones today, tomorrow, and forever. And we’ll find out that they are those who dwell in the house of the Lord, those whose strength is in God, and those who trust in the Lord.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17376803 Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1856 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 84  Have you ever stopped to consider what makes you truly happy? What is it that makes your day or week or life truly blessed? What do you truly long for that doesn’t let you down?As we begin our Summer in the Psalms this Sunday, we’ll hear who the Psalmist says are the truly blessed ones today, tomorrow, and forever. And we’ll find out that they are those who dwell in the house of the Lord, those whose strength is in God, and those who trust in the Lord. Sermon: God's Consistency Sermon: God's Consistency This Sunday, we’re looking at the moment when David’s sin comes to light—when God, in his kindness, exposes what he tried so hard to keep hidden. We’ll see that God’s integrity is rock solid: he’s always consistent with who he says he is, even when we’re not, and that’s both sobering and profoundly hopeful for people like us who know our own inconsistencies. Come ready to be honest about your heart and find that trusting in the consistency of Jesus is God’s path to real forgiveness, healing, and peace.


]]> This Sunday, we’re looking at the moment when David’s sin comes to light—when God, in his kindness, exposes what he tried so hard to keep hidden. We’ll see that God’s integrity is rock solid: he’s always consistent with who he says he is, even when we’re not, and that’s both sobering and profoundly hopeful for people like us who know our own inconsistencies. Come ready to be honest about your heart and find that trusting in the consistency of Jesus is God’s path to real forgiveness, healing, and peace.


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17342429 Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2055 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we’re looking at the moment when David’s sin comes to light—when God, in his kindness, exposes what he tried so hard to keep hidden. We’ll see that God’s integrity is rock solid: he’s always consistent with who he says he is, even when we’re not, and that’s both sobering and profoundly hopeful for people like us who know our own inconsistencies. Come ready to be honest about your heart and find that trusting in the consistency of Jesus is God’s path to real forgiveness, healing, and peace. Sermon: The Lies of Sin Sermon: The Lies of Sin This Sunday, we’ll see King David foolishly believe sin’s lies after a long season of living under God’s rule and reign. After sinning greatly in taking what isn’t his, David uses all of his power and might, not to run to God, but to attempt to hide what he’s done. In doing so, sin’s deceit and destruction become apparent... as well as the reality that only God’s True King can cover sin.

2 Samuel 11

]]> This Sunday, we’ll see King David foolishly believe sin’s lies after a long season of living under God’s rule and reign. After sinning greatly in taking what isn’t his, David uses all of his power and might, not to run to God, but to attempt to hide what he’s done. In doing so, sin’s deceit and destruction become apparent... as well as the reality that only God’s True King can cover sin.

2 Samuel 11

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17301818 Sun, 08 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1801 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we’ll see King David foolishly believe sin’s lies after a long season of living under God’s rule and reign. After sinning greatly in taking what isn’t his, David uses all of his power and might, not to run to God, but to attempt to hide what he’s done. In doing so, sin’s deceit and destruction become apparent... as well as the reality that only God’s True King can cover sin. 2 Samuel 11 Update: June Update: June Gospel Community interest form: 

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17264595 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 23:00:00 -0400 1098 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGospel Community interest form:  https://sevenmileroadcentral.wufoo.com/forms/gospel-community-interest-form Sermon: Courageous in the Victory of God Sermon: Courageous in the Victory of God Have you ever been shamed or humiliated for following Jesus? Have you ever been opposed for following God’s King? Have you ever needed courage to fight? This week, as we spend time in 2 Samuel 10, we’ll see that you’re not alone. Even more, we’ll see God’s goodness give his people courage and hope ... and we’ll consider how the same is true for us in Jesus.

2 Samuel 10

]]> Have you ever been shamed or humiliated for following Jesus? Have you ever been opposed for following God’s King? Have you ever needed courage to fight? This week, as we spend time in 2 Samuel 10, we’ll see that you’re not alone. Even more, we’ll see God’s goodness give his people courage and hope ... and we’ll consider how the same is true for us in Jesus.

2 Samuel 10

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17261986 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2037 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever been shamed or humiliated for following Jesus? Have you ever been opposed for following God’s King? Have you ever needed courage to fight? This week, as we spend time in 2 Samuel 10, we’ll see that you’re not alone. Even more, we’ll see God’s goodness give his people courage and hope ... and we’ll consider how the same is true for us in Jesus. 2 Samuel 10 Sermon: Christ's Kindness Sermon: Christ's Kindness 2 Samuel 9

When we’re honest about who we are, where we come from, and what we have to offer to God, our prospects don’t look very good. Questions come to mind that make us wonder how God will treat us: What about all the bad I’ve done? What about how little I have to offer? What about my weakness?But this week, we’ll see God’s King’s kindness to one who should have been an enemy. We’ll see God’s King extend abundant kindness that never could have been earned, with all of it pointing to our own situation. All of it making clear the greatness of Christ’s kindness that welcomes us to Christ’s table.

]]> 2 Samuel 9

When we’re honest about who we are, where we come from, and what we have to offer to God, our prospects don’t look very good. Questions come to mind that make us wonder how God will treat us: What about all the bad I’ve done? What about how little I have to offer? What about my weakness?But this week, we’ll see God’s King’s kindness to one who should have been an enemy. We’ll see God’s King extend abundant kindness that never could have been earned, with all of it pointing to our own situation. All of it making clear the greatness of Christ’s kindness that welcomes us to Christ’s table.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17196432 Sun, 18 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1347 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org2 Samuel 9 When we’re honest about who we are, where we come from, and what we have to offer to God, our prospects don’t look very good. Questions come to mind that make us wonder how God will treat us: What about all the bad I’ve done? What about how little I have to offer? What about my weakness?But this week, we’ll see God’s King’s kindness to one who should have been an enemy. We’ll see God’s King extend abundant kindness that never could have been earned, with all of it pointing to our own situation. All of it making clear the greatness of Christ’s kindness that welcomes us to Christ’s table. Sermon: The Lord Gave Victory Sermon: The Lord Gave Victory What would happen if God gave you a great victory in life? How would you respond? What would that blessing be for? This Sunday, we’ll see what happens in David’s life as God keeps his promises and gives him victory after victory in battle. Most importantly, though, we see that victory isn’t for victory’s sake. In Jesus, we too have victory, and those victories are for the glory of God, the good of others, and your joy.
2 Samuel 8

]]> What would happen if God gave you a great victory in life? How would you respond? What would that blessing be for? This Sunday, we’ll see what happens in David’s life as God keeps his promises and gives him victory after victory in battle. Most importantly, though, we see that victory isn’t for victory’s sake. In Jesus, we too have victory, and those victories are for the glory of God, the good of others, and your joy.
2 Samuel 8

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17151120 Sun, 11 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1747 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat would happen if God gave you a great victory in life? How would you respond? What would that blessing be for? This Sunday, we’ll see what happens in David’s life as God keeps his promises and gives him victory after victory in battle. Most importantly, though, we see that victory isn’t for victory’s sake. In Jesus, we too have victory, and those victories are for the glory of God, the good of others, and your joy. 2 Samuel 8 Sermon: Trust in His Promises Sermon: Trust in His Promises David wants to honor God with a house. Instead, the Lord God blesses David with undeserved promises for the good of David and all humanity. This is how God intends for his people to live, then and now: by trusting in his gracious promises.
This is how God teaches David to honor him, not by building a house but by trusting him as the God who makes and keeps his promises.


God wants us to honor him in this way: by trusting in his promises through David’s greater son, Jesus our King.

]]> David wants to honor God with a house. Instead, the Lord God blesses David with undeserved promises for the good of David and all humanity. This is how God intends for his people to live, then and now: by trusting in his gracious promises.
This is how God teaches David to honor him, not by building a house but by trusting him as the God who makes and keeps his promises.


God wants us to honor him in this way: by trusting in his promises through David’s greater son, Jesus our King.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17096238 Sun, 04 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2001 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDavid wants to honor God with a house. Instead, the Lord God blesses David with undeserved promises for the good of David and all humanity. This is how God intends for his people to live, then and now: by trusting in his gracious promises. This is how God teaches David to honor him, not by building a house but by trusting him as the God who makes and keeps his promises. God wants us to honor him in this way: by trusting in his promises through David’s greater son, Jesus our King. Update: May Update: May Gathering as Gospel Communities on May 25
email prevett@sevenmileroad.org to connect with a GC on this day


SMR101 Membership Class
More info and to RSVP here:
https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/101nights


Baptism
If you are interested in being baptised this spring, please fill out the following to start a conversation with Pastor Justin
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]]> Gathering as Gospel Communities on May 25
email prevett@sevenmileroad.org to connect with a GC on this day


SMR101 Membership Class
More info and to RSVP here:
https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/101nights


Baptism
If you are interested in being baptised this spring, please fill out the following to start a conversation with Pastor Justin
https://sevenmileroadcentral.wufoo.com/forms/spfc2341mk6a3q/

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17077007 Thu, 01 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400 659 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGathering as Gospel Communities on May 25 email prevett@sevenmileroad.org to connect with a GC on this day SMR101 Membership Class More info and to RSVP here: https://www.sevenmilemelrose.com/101nights Baptism If you are interested in being baptised this spring, please fill out the following to start a conversation with Pastor Justin https://sevenmileroadcentral.wufoo.com/forms/spfc2341mk6a3q/ Sermon: Worship That Blesses Sermon: Worship That Blesses As we start back up with our sermon series called God’s King in the Book of Samuel, God’s people have experienced great blessing and seek to unite God’s King with God’s presence by bringing the ark of God to Jerusalem. As they seek to bless and be blessed by God, we’ll see that our methods, motives, and manner of worship matter to God, for us, and for all those around us.

]]> As we start back up with our sermon series called God’s King in the Book of Samuel, God’s people have experienced great blessing and seek to unite God’s King with God’s presence by bringing the ark of God to Jerusalem. As they seek to bless and be blessed by God, we’ll see that our methods, motives, and manner of worship matter to God, for us, and for all those around us.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17056011 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1827 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we start back up with our sermon series called God’s King in the Book of Samuel, God’s people have experienced great blessing and seek to unite God’s King with God’s presence by bringing the ark of God to Jerusalem. As they seek to bless and be blessed by God, we’ll see that our methods, motives, and manner of worship matter to God, for us, and for all those around us. Sermon: God Raised Him Sermon: God Raised Him As God sent a Savior to His people in Jesus, there was reason for people’s rejoicing ... and there were also tears as that Savior was nailed to the Cross and put in a grave on Friday. But as Sunday came and the tomb was empty, we’ll see that God fulfilled his promises in Jesus’ resurrection.

]]> As God sent a Savior to His people in Jesus, there was reason for people’s rejoicing ... and there were also tears as that Savior was nailed to the Cross and put in a grave on Friday. But as Sunday came and the tomb was empty, we’ll see that God fulfilled his promises in Jesus’ resurrection.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-17020894 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1417 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs God sent a Savior to His people in Jesus, there was reason for people’s rejoicing ... and there were also tears as that Savior was nailed to the Cross and put in a grave on Friday. But as Sunday came and the tomb was empty, we’ll see that God fulfilled his promises in Jesus’ resurrection. Sermon: The Lord Establishes His King Sermon: The Lord Establishes His King After years of suffering and humiliation and waiting, the time has finally arrived: David becomes king over all Israel! This week, we will see that the Lord God established David as King - just like he said he would all those years ago by Samuel. And when God’s king is established, God’s people benefit greatly

]]> After years of suffering and humiliation and waiting, the time has finally arrived: David becomes king over all Israel! This week, we will see that the Lord God established David as King - just like he said he would all those years ago by Samuel. And when God’s king is established, God’s people benefit greatly

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16972365 Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1887 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter years of suffering and humiliation and waiting, the time has finally arrived: David becomes king over all Israel! This week, we will see that the Lord God established David as King - just like he said he would all those years ago by Samuel. And when God’s king is established, God’s people benefit greatly Sermon: God's Guiltless King Sermon: God's Guiltless King After years of their own sin and King Saul's sin, God's people need a king who is guiltless. They need a king who follows God and hopes in God to lead them. This week, we'll see that is just the king that David is. He will remain guiltless as the kingdoms come together and God's people will take pleasure in him as he rests in God.

]]> After years of their own sin and King Saul's sin, God's people need a king who is guiltless. They need a king who follows God and hopes in God to lead them. This week, we'll see that is just the king that David is. He will remain guiltless as the kingdoms come together and God's people will take pleasure in him as he rests in God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16945401 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1758 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter years of their own sin and King Saul's sin, God's people need a king who is guiltless. They need a king who follows God and hopes in God to lead them. This week, we'll see that is just the king that David is. He will remain guiltless as the kingdoms come together and God's people will take pleasure in him as he rests in God. Update: April Update: April Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16877680 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0400 598 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Growing Stronger by Faith Sermon: Growing Stronger by Faith Are we there yet? This is a common question we ask at different times, whether as a child on a road trip or as an adult wanting to be somebody or somewhere already. It’s easy for us to feel like we have paid our dues and should have arrived at our destination. With that in mind, it’s easy to think the time was right for David to be King of Israel after Saul’s death. However, what David finds is different: a divided kingdom and opposition to his kingdom. David wasn’t there yet, but through it all, he grew stronger

]]> Are we there yet? This is a common question we ask at different times, whether as a child on a road trip or as an adult wanting to be somebody or somewhere already. It’s easy for us to feel like we have paid our dues and should have arrived at our destination. With that in mind, it’s easy to think the time was right for David to be King of Israel after Saul’s death. However, what David finds is different: a divided kingdom and opposition to his kingdom. David wasn’t there yet, but through it all, he grew stronger

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16897831 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1957 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAre we there yet? This is a common question we ask at different times, whether as a child on a road trip or as an adult wanting to be somebody or somewhere already. It’s easy for us to feel like we have paid our dues and should have arrived at our destination. With that in mind, it’s easy to think the time was right for David to be King of Israel after Saul’s death. However, what David finds is different: a divided kingdom and opposition to his kingdom. David wasn’t there yet, but through it all, he grew stronger Sermon: The Mighty Have Fallen Sermon: The Mighty Have Fallen We come to the tragic end of Saul’s reign as king of Israel.  And we see that obedience to the will of God and submission to His sovereign authority causes David to respond to that news in a very unexpected way.

]]> We come to the tragic end of Saul’s reign as king of Israel.  And we see that obedience to the will of God and submission to His sovereign authority causes David to respond to that news in a very unexpected way.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16852251 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1108 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe come to the tragic end of Saul’s reign as king of Israel.  And we see that obedience to the will of God and submission to His sovereign authority causes David to respond to that news in a very unexpected way. Sermon: Sharing God’s Gift Sermon: Sharing God’s Gift 1 Samuel 30

If you have ever shown up just a little too late, a little too tired, and found a huge problem to solve—a problem big enough that you were scared and everyone around you was afraid—then you'll know what David is feeling in this week's text. It was scary, and there wasn't much hope—until David strengthened himself in the Lord, who gave His people strength to walk forward and provided for their needs.

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If you have ever shown up just a little too late, a little too tired, and found a huge problem to solve—a problem big enough that you were scared and everyone around you was afraid—then you'll know what David is feeling in this week's text. It was scary, and there wasn't much hope—until David strengthened himself in the Lord, who gave His people strength to walk forward and provided for their needs.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16816197 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1670 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org1 Samuel 30 If you have ever shown up just a little too late, a little too tired, and found a huge problem to solve—a problem big enough that you were scared and everyone around you was afraid—then you'll know what David is feeling in this week's text. It was scary, and there wasn't much hope—until David strengthened himself in the Lord, who gave His people strength to walk forward and provided for their needs. Sermon: Rejected by God's Enemies Sermon: Rejected by God's Enemies 1 Samuel 29
Have you ever been rejected for something that isn't your fault? Maybe you had a good track record and were innocent of fault, but people didn't like something about you, so you got uninvited? This is precisely w

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Have you ever been rejected for something that isn't your fault? Maybe you had a good track record and were innocent of fault, but people didn't like something about you, so you got uninvited? This is precisely w

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16759900 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0400 1435 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org1 Samuel 29 Have you ever been rejected for something that isn't your fault? Maybe you had a good track record and were innocent of fault, but people didn't like something about you, so you got uninvited? This is precisely w Sermon: Rejoicing in Gospel Progress Sermon: Rejoicing in Gospel Progress We welcome guest preacher, Matt Moran, from Community of Grace Church near Buffalo NY to preach at Seven Mile Road from the first chapter of Philippians. Matt was a pastor at Seven Mile Road for years before moving to the Buffalo area with his family in 2017. 

]]> We welcome guest preacher, Matt Moran, from Community of Grace Church near Buffalo NY to preach at Seven Mile Road from the first chapter of Philippians. Matt was a pastor at Seven Mile Road for years before moving to the Buffalo area with his family in 2017. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16734105 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1706 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe welcome guest preacher, Matt Moran, from Community of Grace Church near Buffalo NY to preach at Seven Mile Road from the first chapter of Philippians. Matt was a pastor at Seven Mile Road for years before moving to the Buffalo area with his family in 2017.  Update: March Update: March Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16707886 Thu, 27 Feb 2025 23:00:00 -0500 621 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Wanting God's Will Sermon: Wanting God's Will Have you ever found yourself in a tough spot without a plan asking God for His will? That's what happens to King Saul in this week's sermon. Saul decides he wants God's will, but ultimately he wants things his own way. We are tempted the same way and must ask: do we want God's will or our way?

1 Samuel 28

]]> Have you ever found yourself in a tough spot without a plan asking God for His will? That's what happens to King Saul in this week's sermon. Saul decides he wants God's will, but ultimately he wants things his own way. We are tempted the same way and must ask: do we want God's will or our way?

1 Samuel 28

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16678079 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1758 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever found yourself in a tough spot without a plan asking God for His will? That's what happens to King Saul in this week's sermon. Saul decides he wants God's will, but ultimately he wants things his own way. We are tempted the same way and must ask: do we want God's will or our way? 1 Samuel 28 Sermon: Loyalty in Hard Places Sermon: Loyalty in Hard Places David faces a no-win decision as Saul threatens his life repeatedly. He chooses to escape to the Philistines for safety despite being anointed by God as the future king. This raises the challenge of staying loyal to God, Saul, and Israel while under Philistine rule. Similarly, as followers of Jesus, we encounter challenging circumstances that test our loyalty to God and his mission. Will we trust Jesus as he leads us into strange, difficult, or hostile seasons and situations?

1 Samuel 27

]]> David faces a no-win decision as Saul threatens his life repeatedly. He chooses to escape to the Philistines for safety despite being anointed by God as the future king. This raises the challenge of staying loyal to God, Saul, and Israel while under Philistine rule. Similarly, as followers of Jesus, we encounter challenging circumstances that test our loyalty to God and his mission. Will we trust Jesus as he leads us into strange, difficult, or hostile seasons and situations?

1 Samuel 27

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16549338 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0500 2000 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDavid faces a no-win decision as Saul threatens his life repeatedly. He chooses to escape to the Philistines for safety despite being anointed by God as the future king. This raises the challenge of staying loyal to God, Saul, and Israel while under Philistine rule. Similarly, as followers of Jesus, we encounter challenging circumstances that test our loyalty to God and his mission. Will we trust Jesus as he leads us into strange, difficult, or hostile seasons and situations? 1 Samuel 27 Update: February Update: February Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16542604 Fri, 31 Jan 2025 23:00:00 -0500 567 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Precious Life Sermon: Precious Life In what turns out to be their final interaction, King Saul is again seeking David, and again, David has an opportunity to harm King Saul that he does not take. David continues in his refusal to harm King Saul because of what God has said. Though it costs him, David’s only hope is that his life will be precious in the sight of the Lord.

]]> In what turns out to be their final interaction, King Saul is again seeking David, and again, David has an opportunity to harm King Saul that he does not take. David continues in his refusal to harm King Saul because of what God has said. Though it costs him, David’s only hope is that his life will be precious in the sight of the Lord.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16523682 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1646 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn what turns out to be their final interaction, King Saul is again seeking David, and again, David has an opportunity to harm King Saul that he does not take. David continues in his refusal to harm King Saul because of what God has said. Though it costs him, David’s only hope is that his life will be precious in the sight of the Lord. Sermon: Restrained by the Lord Sermon: Restrained by the Lord We've all seen bad counsel in life, the kind driven by immediate gratification or hurt. Last week, we saw David receive that. But this week, we'll see what it looks like for someone to courageously offer good, holy, gospel counsel in a hard situation ... and for the Lord to accomplish his purposes through it.

1 Samuel 25

]]> We've all seen bad counsel in life, the kind driven by immediate gratification or hurt. Last week, we saw David receive that. But this week, we'll see what it looks like for someone to courageously offer good, holy, gospel counsel in a hard situation ... and for the Lord to accomplish his purposes through it.

1 Samuel 25

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16475718 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1814 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe've all seen bad counsel in life, the kind driven by immediate gratification or hurt. Last week, we saw David receive that. But this week, we'll see what it looks like for someone to courageously offer good, holy, gospel counsel in a hard situation ... and for the Lord to accomplish his purposes through it. 1 Samuel 25 Sermon: More Righteous Than I Sermon: More Righteous Than I This Sunday, we'll return to God's King, our sermon series through the Old Testament Book of Samuel. As David and Saul come face-to-face, it becomes clear who has been more righteous than the other, who has spared who, and who is trusting God. As we read, we'll see that like Saul and like David, we too need one "more righteous than I." We need God's King to spare us

]]> This Sunday, we'll return to God's King, our sermon series through the Old Testament Book of Samuel. As David and Saul come face-to-face, it becomes clear who has been more righteous than the other, who has spared who, and who is trusting God. As we read, we'll see that like Saul and like David, we too need one "more righteous than I." We need God's King to spare us

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16425447 Sun, 12 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2012 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we'll return to God's King, our sermon series through the Old Testament Book of Samuel. As David and Saul come face-to-face, it becomes clear who has been more righteous than the other, who has spared who, and who is trusting God. As we read, we'll see that like Saul and like David, we too need one "more righteous than I." We need God's King to spare us Sermon: The Greatest Gift Sermon: The Greatest Gift This is the time of year when we think a lot about gifts. What should I give? What would I like to receive? We may even give thought to what it is that makes a gift great. The best gifts we receive often have a certain usefulness or beauty or thoughtfulness that connects with us and sets them apart.  This week, in Isaiah 55, we’ll see that the greatest gift we could ever receive came to us in Jesus.

]]> This is the time of year when we think a lot about gifts. What should I give? What would I like to receive? We may even give thought to what it is that makes a gift great. The best gifts we receive often have a certain usefulness or beauty or thoughtfulness that connects with us and sets them apart.  This week, in Isaiah 55, we’ll see that the greatest gift we could ever receive came to us in Jesus.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16330552 Sun, 22 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1700 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis is the time of year when we think a lot about gifts. What should I give? What would I like to receive? We may even give thought to what it is that makes a gift great. The best gifts we receive often have a certain usefulness or beauty or thoughtfulness that connects with us and sets them apart.  This week, in Isaiah 55, we’ll see that the greatest gift we could ever receive came to us in Jesus. Sermon: The Humble King We Need Sermon: The Humble King We Need Christmas evokes mixed emotions: hope and despair, joy and sadness. Isaiah foretold a king who would bring hope and eliminate violence and destruction, leading to a true understanding of God. Jesus fulfills this promise, inviting us to abandon sin and selfishness. Through his Spirit of wisdom, we can be a blessing and build up rather than hurt and tear down. He is both the humble king we desire and the powerful king we need.

]]> Christmas evokes mixed emotions: hope and despair, joy and sadness. Isaiah foretold a king who would bring hope and eliminate violence and destruction, leading to a true understanding of God. Jesus fulfills this promise, inviting us to abandon sin and selfishness. Through his Spirit of wisdom, we can be a blessing and build up rather than hurt and tear down. He is both the humble king we desire and the powerful king we need.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16282027 Sun, 15 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500 1976 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgChristmas evokes mixed emotions: hope and despair, joy and sadness. Isaiah foretold a king who would bring hope and eliminate violence and destruction, leading to a true understanding of God. Jesus fulfills this promise, inviting us to abandon sin and selfishness. Through his Spirit of wisdom, we can be a blessing and build up rather than hurt and tear down. He is both the humble king we desire and the powerful king we need. Sermon: Hope is Coming Because Hope Has Come Sermon: Hope is Coming Because Hope Has Come This Sunday, we continue our Advent series, “Incarnation in Isaiah.” God promises His people that amidst the brokenness of life, a Messiah is coming to the rescue. As they waited, they faced a choice: to trust God’s promises or the fleeting hope of the world. What will we choose as we live in the already-but-not-yet of Christ’s kingdom?

]]> This Sunday, we continue our Advent series, “Incarnation in Isaiah.” God promises His people that amidst the brokenness of life, a Messiah is coming to the rescue. As they waited, they faced a choice: to trust God’s promises or the fleeting hope of the world. What will we choose as we live in the already-but-not-yet of Christ’s kingdom?

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16241155 Sun, 08 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1585 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we continue our Advent series, “Incarnation in Isaiah.” God promises His people that amidst the brokenness of life, a Messiah is coming to the rescue. As they waited, they faced a choice: to trust God’s promises or the fleeting hope of the world. What will we choose as we live in the already-but-not-yet of Christ’s kingdom? Update: December Update: December https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65QhR1GbwwojJgnjWsiaiF?si=27702b141ca0415f&nd=1&dlsi=618f057e71e44a3c

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16231547 Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 811 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orghttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/65QhR1GbwwojJgnjWsiaiF?si=27702b141ca0415f&nd=1&dlsi=618f057e71e44a3c Sermon: God With Us Sermon: God With Us This Sunday, we'll begin *Incarnation in Isaiah*, our Advent sermon series from the book of Isaiah. As God's people face a seemingly insurmountable challenge, their biggest test will be one of faith: do they trust God? Will God's promise of a sign bring hope to them then? How about us now?

Isaiah 7.10-17

]]> This Sunday, we'll begin *Incarnation in Isaiah*, our Advent sermon series from the book of Isaiah. As God's people face a seemingly insurmountable challenge, their biggest test will be one of faith: do they trust God? Will God's promise of a sign bring hope to them then? How about us now?

Isaiah 7.10-17

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16210960 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1660 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we'll begin *Incarnation in Isaiah*, our Advent sermon series from the book of Isaiah. As God's people face a seemingly insurmountable challenge, their biggest test will be one of faith: do they trust God? Will God's promise of a sign bring hope to them then? How about us now? Isaiah 7.10-17 Sermon: The God Who Saves Sermon: The God Who Saves We know God promises to save eternally but have you ever wondered what that looks like in the day to day? This week as David continues to flee from Saul, we'll see God work through others, answer prayers, and strengthen his people's faith ... all showing that He is a God who saves in this life and the next.

]]> We know God promises to save eternally but have you ever wondered what that looks like in the day to day? This week as David continues to flee from Saul, we'll see God work through others, answer prayers, and strengthen his people's faith ... all showing that He is a God who saves in this life and the next.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16122901 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0500 1616 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe know God promises to save eternally but have you ever wondered what that looks like in the day to day? This week as David continues to flee from Saul, we'll see God work through others, answer prayers, and strengthen his people's faith ... all showing that He is a God who saves in this life and the next. Sermon: Safe in Jesus Sermon: Safe in Jesus Who do you align with? As the Book of Samuel continues, David evades danger in one place only to find it in another and alignment proves key. As King Saul threatens and retaliates to secure allegiance, David, anointed and innocent, provides safety and care for those who align with him. Through this we learn that alignment with God and his purposes will be opposed ... but there's safety in Jesus.

]]> Who do you align with? As the Book of Samuel continues, David evades danger in one place only to find it in another and alignment proves key. As King Saul threatens and retaliates to secure allegiance, David, anointed and innocent, provides safety and care for those who align with him. Through this we learn that alignment with God and his purposes will be opposed ... but there's safety in Jesus.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16080614 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0500 1613 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho do you align with? As the Book of Samuel continues, David evades danger in one place only to find it in another and alignment proves key. As King Saul threatens and retaliates to secure allegiance, David, anointed and innocent, provides safety and care for those who align with him. Through this we learn that alignment with God and his purposes will be opposed ... but there's safety in Jesus. Sermon: Everyone Gathered to Him Sermon: Everyone Gathered to Him If you've ever been in distress, debt, or known discontent, then you'll know exactly the group of people that gathered around David as he was fleeing from King Saul. Somehow as nothing was going right in David's life, others still found safety by being near him and trusting in his God.

]]> If you've ever been in distress, debt, or known discontent, then you'll know exactly the group of people that gathered around David as he was fleeing from King Saul. Somehow as nothing was going right in David's life, others still found safety by being near him and trusting in his God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16040159 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1591 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIf you've ever been in distress, debt, or known discontent, then you'll know exactly the group of people that gathered around David as he was fleeing from King Saul. Somehow as nothing was going right in David's life, others still found safety by being near him and trusting in his God. Update: November Update: November Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-16031160 Fri, 01 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0400 861 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Refuge Like No Other Sermon: Refuge Like No Other When things go wrong, it can be hard for us to know where to turn for safety, provision, and refuge. In fleeing from King Saul, David has the same dilemma. He has no food, no weapons, and the King is after him. It's a bad situation and he’s done nothing wrong. Yet, David not only runs from Saul. He runs to refuge in the Lord's house. Once there, David finds refuge like no other.

]]> When things go wrong, it can be hard for us to know where to turn for safety, provision, and refuge. In fleeing from King Saul, David has the same dilemma. He has no food, no weapons, and the King is after him. It's a bad situation and he’s done nothing wrong. Yet, David not only runs from Saul. He runs to refuge in the Lord's house. Once there, David finds refuge like no other.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15998253 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1923 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen things go wrong, it can be hard for us to know where to turn for safety, provision, and refuge. In fleeing from King Saul, David has the same dilemma. He has no food, no weapons, and the King is after him. It's a bad situation and he’s done nothing wrong. Yet, David not only runs from Saul. He runs to refuge in the Lord's house. Once there, David finds refuge like no other. Sermon: Loyalty to God's King Sermon: Loyalty to God's King Loyalty.
In the kingdom of Israel, tensions are escalating as Saul relentlessly pursues David, raising the stakes for Jonathan as he grapples with conflicting loyalties.
Will he stand by his father and his own claim to the throne, or will he align himself with David, God’s chosen King?
Similarly, we are faced with a similar choice by Jesus - where do our loyalties lie?
Will we follow Him unconditionally, even if it means sacrificing something, or will we be swayed by wanting to rule over our own lives?
Jesus also promises us that by choosing to follow Him, we will discover true life and fulfillment beyond measure.


]]> Loyalty.
In the kingdom of Israel, tensions are escalating as Saul relentlessly pursues David, raising the stakes for Jonathan as he grapples with conflicting loyalties.
Will he stand by his father and his own claim to the throne, or will he align himself with David, God’s chosen King?
Similarly, we are faced with a similar choice by Jesus - where do our loyalties lie?
Will we follow Him unconditionally, even if it means sacrificing something, or will we be swayed by wanting to rule over our own lives?
Jesus also promises us that by choosing to follow Him, we will discover true life and fulfillment beyond measure.


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15961610 Sun, 20 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1704 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLoyalty. In the kingdom of Israel, tensions are escalating as Saul relentlessly pursues David, raising the stakes for Jonathan as he grapples with conflicting loyalties. Will he stand by his father and his own claim to the throne, or will he align himself with David, God’s chosen King? Similarly, we are faced with a similar choice by Jesus - where do our loyalties lie? Will we follow Him unconditionally, even if it means sacrificing something, or will we be swayed by wanting to rule over our own lives? Jesus also promises us that by choosing to follow Him, we will discover true life and fulfillment beyond measure. Sermon: The True King and Friend Sermon: The True King and Friend God is working for our good by thwarting the evil that opposes his true King.
That truth was good news for David, God’s king as Saul tried to kill him.
This truth is good news for us, God’s people because our sinful hearts, Satan and the world want us to reject Jesus as King and live instead like we are.
Jesus is not just the King we need, but he is also a better friend than we deserve.
He is committed to loving us and defeating the evil in us so that we become people who find our deepest delight in him and his kingdom.


]]> God is working for our good by thwarting the evil that opposes his true King.
That truth was good news for David, God’s king as Saul tried to kill him.
This truth is good news for us, God’s people because our sinful hearts, Satan and the world want us to reject Jesus as King and live instead like we are.
Jesus is not just the King we need, but he is also a better friend than we deserve.
He is committed to loving us and defeating the evil in us so that we become people who find our deepest delight in him and his kingdom.


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15917305 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1729 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGod is working for our good by thwarting the evil that opposes his true King. That truth was good news for David, God’s king as Saul tried to kill him. This truth is good news for us, God’s people because our sinful hearts, Satan and the world want us to reject Jesus as King and live instead like we are. Jesus is not just the King we need, but he is also a better friend than we deserve. He is committed to loving us and defeating the evil in us so that we become people who find our deepest delight in him and his kingdom. Sermon: Having Rather Than Being Sermon: Having Rather Than Being This Sunday, we’ll return to our sermon series in the Book of Samuel titled God’s King. Picking up just after David slayed Goliath, we’ll see King Saul is more concerned with having his kingdom than being a good King. While King Saul’s fear of losing his kingdom drives him to oppose David and even try to kill him, David’s humility shows, and the Lord continuously blesses his efforts

]]> This Sunday, we’ll return to our sermon series in the Book of Samuel titled God’s King. Picking up just after David slayed Goliath, we’ll see King Saul is more concerned with having his kingdom than being a good King. While King Saul’s fear of losing his kingdom drives him to oppose David and even try to kill him, David’s humility shows, and the Lord continuously blesses his efforts

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15877503 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1701 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, we’ll return to our sermon series in the Book of Samuel titled God’s King. Picking up just after David slayed Goliath, we’ll see King Saul is more concerned with having his kingdom than being a good King. While King Saul’s fear of losing his kingdom drives him to oppose David and even try to kill him, David’s humility shows, and the Lord continuously blesses his efforts On The Road with Jesus Track On The Road with Jesus Track Thursday evenings, Starting October 10, 7-9 PM

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15864040 Thu, 03 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1006 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgregister for On The Road with Jesus track here: https://sevenmileroadcentral.wufoo.com/forms/k1ftgjse0ik2go6/ Chili Cook Off Sign up: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1E6TMVz7QqAdUE9klZ4pBeGQZPHNmsEhVlZGFS0nRv9k/edit?gid=0#gid=0 Sermon: Love That Relies Sermon: Love That Relies This Sunday, the Apostle Paul's closing words to Philemon will show off a gospel-formed love that relies. This love empowers and encourages as we discover the church meets practical needs, supports each other through prayer, and partners together to lead people to the real Jesus.

]]> This Sunday, the Apostle Paul's closing words to Philemon will show off a gospel-formed love that relies. This love empowers and encourages as we discover the church meets practical needs, supports each other through prayer, and partners together to lead people to the real Jesus.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15837059 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0400 1743 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, the Apostle Paul's closing words to Philemon will show off a gospel-formed love that relies. This love empowers and encourages as we discover the church meets practical needs, supports each other through prayer, and partners together to lead people to the real Jesus. Sermon: A Love that Receives Sermon: A Love that Receives Our world is full of imitation. Whether on the basketball court or fashion or food, we see others trying to look like, be like, our sound like their heroes. All so they can be good. The problem is that all of those heroes eventually let down.This Sunday, we will see Paul imitating Jesus, who never lets us down, as he helps Philemon learn what it means to be a good brother to Onesimus. Paul will help Philemon understand that the gospel of Jesus forms in us a love that receives.

]]> Our world is full of imitation. Whether on the basketball court or fashion or food, we see others trying to look like, be like, our sound like their heroes. All so they can be good. The problem is that all of those heroes eventually let down.This Sunday, we will see Paul imitating Jesus, who never lets us down, as he helps Philemon learn what it means to be a good brother to Onesimus. Paul will help Philemon understand that the gospel of Jesus forms in us a love that receives.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15794943 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1610 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur world is full of imitation. Whether on the basketball court or fashion or food, we see others trying to look like, be like, our sound like their heroes. All so they can be good. The problem is that all of those heroes eventually let down.This Sunday, we will see Paul imitating Jesus, who never lets us down, as he helps Philemon learn what it means to be a good brother to Onesimus. Paul will help Philemon understand that the gospel of Jesus forms in us a love that receives. Sermon: A Love that Reconciles Sermon: A Love that Reconciles As Paul's writes to Philemon, there has been great offense committed ... but there's also been a great love enter the world in Christ. This is a love that reconciles, making fierce enemies into family. While obstacles to reconciliation maybe large, Paul will show us that the ramifications of the gospel are way, way larger.

]]> As Paul's writes to Philemon, there has been great offense committed ... but there's also been a great love enter the world in Christ. This is a love that reconciles, making fierce enemies into family. While obstacles to reconciliation maybe large, Paul will show us that the ramifications of the gospel are way, way larger.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15761177 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1753 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Paul's writes to Philemon, there has been great offense committed ... but there's also been a great love enter the world in Christ. This is a love that reconciles, making fierce enemies into family. While obstacles to reconciliation maybe large, Paul will show us that the ramifications of the gospel are way, way larger. Sermon: A Love the Refreshes Sermon: A Love the Refreshes In his letter to Philemon, Paul shows how a relationship with Jesus changes our relationships with one another in deep, profound, and practical ways. As the realities of faith in Christ set in, Christ grows in us a love that: refreshes, reconciles, receives, and relies. As we begin a four-week sermon this Sunday in Philemon 1-7, we'll begin by hearing of a love that refreshes others.

]]> In his letter to Philemon, Paul shows how a relationship with Jesus changes our relationships with one another in deep, profound, and practical ways. As the realities of faith in Christ set in, Christ grows in us a love that: refreshes, reconciles, receives, and relies. As we begin a four-week sermon this Sunday in Philemon 1-7, we'll begin by hearing of a love that refreshes others.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15714962 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1680 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn his letter to Philemon, Paul shows how a relationship with Jesus changes our relationships with one another in deep, profound, and practical ways. As the realities of faith in Christ set in, Christ grows in us a love that: refreshes, reconciles, receives, and relies. As we begin a four-week sermon this Sunday in Philemon 1-7, we'll begin by hearing of a love that refreshes others. Sermon: God Is Our Strong Protector Sermon: God Is Our Strong Protector In Psalm 62, David invites us to cultivate a difficult yet freeing inner habit: waiting for God in silence.
So often we try to take matters into our own hands, but the Spirit reminds us that true power, security and rescue come from God alone.
We live like God is our refuge when we wait for him to act and pour out our hearts to him in prayer.

]]> In Psalm 62, David invites us to cultivate a difficult yet freeing inner habit: waiting for God in silence.
So often we try to take matters into our own hands, but the Spirit reminds us that true power, security and rescue come from God alone.
We live like God is our refuge when we wait for him to act and pour out our hearts to him in prayer.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15637875 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1790 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn Psalm 62, David invites us to cultivate a difficult yet freeing inner habit: waiting for God in silence. So often we try to take matters into our own hands, but the Spirit reminds us that true power, security and rescue come from God alone. We live like God is our refuge when we wait for him to act and pour out our hearts to him in prayer. Sermon: God Who Judges the Earth Sermon: God Who Judges the Earth When our blood boils for justice, when we are so wronged, so hurt, so betrayed, and it seems the injustice of our enemies has free rein, what do we do? We call on the name of God, we expect the God of the universe to right all the wrongs.It’s in Psalm 58 that we see this honest plea to our just God, but we also see a stranger expectation that the wrongdoers will bleed, and that the plight of the wicked would be to the joy of the Saints. David seems to wish harm upon his enemies, interesting. How does a Christian understand this Psalm, in what way can a Christian maintain a holy expectation of God’s vengeance.

]]> When our blood boils for justice, when we are so wronged, so hurt, so betrayed, and it seems the injustice of our enemies has free rein, what do we do? We call on the name of God, we expect the God of the universe to right all the wrongs.It’s in Psalm 58 that we see this honest plea to our just God, but we also see a stranger expectation that the wrongdoers will bleed, and that the plight of the wicked would be to the joy of the Saints. David seems to wish harm upon his enemies, interesting. How does a Christian understand this Psalm, in what way can a Christian maintain a holy expectation of God’s vengeance.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15605206 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1579 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen our blood boils for justice, when we are so wronged, so hurt, so betrayed, and it seems the injustice of our enemies has free rein, what do we do? We call on the name of God, we expect the God of the universe to right all the wrongs.It’s in Psalm 58 that we see this honest plea to our just God, but we also see a stranger expectation that the wrongdoers will bleed, and that the plight of the wicked would be to the joy of the Saints. David seems to wish harm upon his enemies, interesting. How does a Christian understand this Psalm, in what way can a Christian maintain a holy expectation of God’s vengeance. Sermon: Let the Nations Be Glad Sermon: Let the Nations Be Glad What is our desire or wish for all the people who don’t yet know the God of the Bible? Unbelievers near us and the many nations of people groups abroad need to know Jesus. The psalmist expresses the attitude and purpose of our experiential blessings. This is what our ongoing prayers & songs for blessing should be pointing towards. Bless us, so that all people might have gladness in Christ.Psalm 67

]]> What is our desire or wish for all the people who don’t yet know the God of the Bible? Unbelievers near us and the many nations of people groups abroad need to know Jesus. The psalmist expresses the attitude and purpose of our experiential blessings. This is what our ongoing prayers & songs for blessing should be pointing towards. Bless us, so that all people might have gladness in Christ.Psalm 67

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15572570 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1764 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat is our desire or wish for all the people who don’t yet know the God of the Bible? Unbelievers near us and the many nations of people groups abroad need to know Jesus. The psalmist expresses the attitude and purpose of our experiential blessings. This is what our ongoing prayers & songs for blessing should be pointing towards. Bless us, so that all people might have gladness in Christ.Psalm 67 Sermon: The Forever King Forever Loves His People Sermon: The Forever King Forever Loves His People Who doesn't enjoy a good love story? Love stories are woven into the fabric of all our entertainment.  They are a consistent undercurrent in our movies, television, music, and books. Not only this, but the desire we all feel for the love portrayed in these stories is woven into our very DNA because we've been created and sought by the One who defines what true love is. Yet so often we walk through life failing to believe that God loves and delights in His people. This Sunday we will see in Psalm 45 that we are invited to walk in the greatest love story ever - the one personally orchestrated by God our King. 

Ps 45

]]> Who doesn't enjoy a good love story? Love stories are woven into the fabric of all our entertainment.  They are a consistent undercurrent in our movies, television, music, and books. Not only this, but the desire we all feel for the love portrayed in these stories is woven into our very DNA because we've been created and sought by the One who defines what true love is. Yet so often we walk through life failing to believe that God loves and delights in His people. This Sunday we will see in Psalm 45 that we are invited to walk in the greatest love story ever - the one personally orchestrated by God our King. 

Ps 45

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15529216 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1505 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho doesn't enjoy a good love story? Love stories are woven into the fabric of all our entertainment.  They are a consistent undercurrent in our movies, television, music, and books. Not only this, but the desire we all feel for the love portrayed in these stories is woven into our very DNA because we've been created and sought by the One who defines what true love is. Yet so often we walk through life failing to believe that God loves and delights in His people. This Sunday we will see in Psalm 45 that we are invited to walk in the greatest love story ever - the one personally orchestrated by God our King.  Ps 45 Update: August Update: August To subscribe to the weekly parent's email, click here: https://sevenmilemelrose.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ae874e3ddc0bd51b08b51e5ab&id=82c8286f7b

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15514134 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 731 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgTo subscribe to the weekly parent's email, click here: https://sevenmilemelrose.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ae874e3ddc0bd51b08b51e5ab&id=82c8286f7b Sermon: Create in Me a Clean Heart Sermon: Create in Me a Clean Heart Psalm 51 is a prayer of repentance. We are shown that forgiveness is available by God’s grace because of his steadfast love and abundant mercy. It also serves as a model prayer and illustrates the need to have a repentant heart always.

]]> Psalm 51 is a prayer of repentance. We are shown that forgiveness is available by God’s grace because of his steadfast love and abundant mercy. It also serves as a model prayer and illustrates the need to have a repentant heart always.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15494583 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1605 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 51 is a prayer of repentance. We are shown that forgiveness is available by God’s grace because of his steadfast love and abundant mercy. It also serves as a model prayer and illustrates the need to have a repentant heart always. Sermon: Longing For the Living God Sermon: Longing For the Living God Psalm 42 is a lament of longing that reminds us that even in our darkest moments, God remains faithful, offering us our ultimate satisfaction and our lasting hope.

]]> Psalm 42 is a lament of longing that reminds us that even in our darkest moments, God remains faithful, offering us our ultimate satisfaction and our lasting hope.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15451943 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1514 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 42 is a lament of longing that reminds us that even in our darkest moments, God remains faithful, offering us our ultimate satisfaction and our lasting hope. Sermon: A Fortress for Every Trouble Sermon: A Fortress for Every Trouble We begin our summer in the Psalms this week looking at Book 2 of the psalter. This week we focus on our human need for safety and strength. When we face trouble, where do we turn? The psalmist considers different sources of our fear and troubles and he shows how God is the fortress we need for each of these challenges. The message of the psalm is not complex, but in feeling the emotional importance of this psalm we will see how it is relevant in our modern and predictable lives just as much!Psalm 46

]]> We begin our summer in the Psalms this week looking at Book 2 of the psalter. This week we focus on our human need for safety and strength. When we face trouble, where do we turn? The psalmist considers different sources of our fear and troubles and he shows how God is the fortress we need for each of these challenges. The message of the psalm is not complex, but in feeling the emotional importance of this psalm we will see how it is relevant in our modern and predictable lives just as much!Psalm 46

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15417361 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1873 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe begin our summer in the Psalms this week looking at Book 2 of the psalter. This week we focus on our human need for safety and strength. When we face trouble, where do we turn? The psalmist considers different sources of our fear and troubles and he shows how God is the fortress we need for each of these challenges. The message of the psalm is not complex, but in feeling the emotional importance of this psalm we will see how it is relevant in our modern and predictable lives just as much!Psalm 46 Update: July Update: July What's happening in and around Seven Mile Melrose in July!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15353779 Tue, 02 Jul 2024 22:00:00 -0400 643 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat's happening in and around Seven Mile Melrose in July! Sermon: The Battle is the Lord’s: He Will Deliver Sermon: The Battle is the Lord’s: He Will Deliver With our last sermon in 1 Samuel before spending our summer in book 2 of the Psalms, we focus on the most known story of this book: David & Goliath.This chapter drives home a lesson that the Lord saves. He delivers His people. The methods, manner, and motivation might not be what we expect. He delivers & saves nonetheless -in keeping with His nature.It is the profound implications of this well-known-story’s simple, message that will grip us this Sunday.

1 Samuel 17

]]> With our last sermon in 1 Samuel before spending our summer in book 2 of the Psalms, we focus on the most known story of this book: David & Goliath.This chapter drives home a lesson that the Lord saves. He delivers His people. The methods, manner, and motivation might not be what we expect. He delivers & saves nonetheless -in keeping with His nature.It is the profound implications of this well-known-story’s simple, message that will grip us this Sunday.

1 Samuel 17

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15350281 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1963 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWith our last sermon in 1 Samuel before spending our summer in book 2 of the Psalms, we focus on the most known story of this book: David & Goliath.This chapter drives home a lesson that the Lord saves. He delivers His people. The methods, manner, and motivation might not be what we expect. He delivers & saves nonetheless -in keeping with His nature.It is the profound implications of this well-known-story’s simple, message that will grip us this Sunday. 1 Samuel 17 Sermon: Saul's Torment, David's Touch Sermon: Saul's Torment, David's Touch 1 SAMUEL 16:14-23

We find King Saul is in a bad position, a harmful one, and worse of all maybe, it's spiritual. It's from God. We see that the judgment of God has fallen on Saul and with it, Saul's torment is realized. And yet in the same passage we see David, like a cool breeze, with the strum of the harp like angels, anointed and blessed by God, and with the coming of David comes the favor of God. Where Saul is tormented, he meets David's touch, and we see something of Jesus for us in both contrasts.

]]> 1 SAMUEL 16:14-23

We find King Saul is in a bad position, a harmful one, and worse of all maybe, it's spiritual. It's from God. We see that the judgment of God has fallen on Saul and with it, Saul's torment is realized. And yet in the same passage we see David, like a cool breeze, with the strum of the harp like angels, anointed and blessed by God, and with the coming of David comes the favor of God. Where Saul is tormented, he meets David's touch, and we see something of Jesus for us in both contrasts.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15302759 Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1654 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org1 SAMUEL 16:14-23 We find King Saul is in a bad position, a harmful one, and worse of all maybe, it's spiritual. It's from God. We see that the judgment of God has fallen on Saul and with it, Saul's torment is realized. And yet in the same passage we see David, like a cool breeze, with the strum of the harp like angels, anointed and blessed by God, and with the coming of David comes the favor of God. Where Saul is tormented, he meets David's touch, and we see something of Jesus for us in both contrasts. Sermon: God Chooses What's Best Sermon: God Chooses What's Best We’ve reached a sliding doors moment in the book of Samuel.
The LORD rejected King Saul, and the kingdom was given over to someone better than Saul.

But who is this next king? What makes him better than Saul?

Samuel evaluates potential kings based on what the last king looked like on the outside. The LORD, however, chooses the next king by what noone can see: the inner workings and ambitions of his heart.

God chooses what’s best. All the time, every time. His choice is the youngest son of Jesse, the second-greatest king in God’s story.

1 Samuel 16:1-13

]]> We’ve reached a sliding doors moment in the book of Samuel.
The LORD rejected King Saul, and the kingdom was given over to someone better than Saul.

But who is this next king? What makes him better than Saul?

Samuel evaluates potential kings based on what the last king looked like on the outside. The LORD, however, chooses the next king by what noone can see: the inner workings and ambitions of his heart.

God chooses what’s best. All the time, every time. His choice is the youngest son of Jesse, the second-greatest king in God’s story.

1 Samuel 16:1-13

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15257861 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1725 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe’ve reached a sliding doors moment in the book of Samuel. The LORD rejected King Saul, and the kingdom was given over to someone better than Saul. But who is this next king? What makes him better than Saul? Samuel evaluates potential kings based on what the last king looked like on the outside. The LORD, however, chooses the next king by what noone can see: the inner workings and ambitions of his heart. God chooses what’s best. All the time, every time. His choice is the youngest son of Jesse, the second-greatest king in God’s story. 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Sermon: Losing the Kingdom Through Disobedience Sermon: Losing the Kingdom Through Disobedience Do you fear God?Do you give yourself exceptions to his good commands?This week, we will examine the kingdom-shattering moment when King Saul disobeyed God.Saul feared the people and obeyed them rather than fearing God and his word.Although it grieves God, Saul has the kingship torn away as a consequence.This passage reminds us of the gravity of our disobedience and how much we need the good news of God’s true king, Jesus.

]]> Do you fear God?Do you give yourself exceptions to his good commands?This week, we will examine the kingdom-shattering moment when King Saul disobeyed God.Saul feared the people and obeyed them rather than fearing God and his word.Although it grieves God, Saul has the kingship torn away as a consequence.This passage reminds us of the gravity of our disobedience and how much we need the good news of God’s true king, Jesus.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15221673 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400 1793 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDo you fear God?Do you give yourself exceptions to his good commands?This week, we will examine the kingdom-shattering moment when King Saul disobeyed God.Saul feared the people and obeyed them rather than fearing God and his word.Although it grieves God, Saul has the kingship torn away as a consequence.This passage reminds us of the gravity of our disobedience and how much we need the good news of God’s true king, Jesus. Update: June Update: June Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15208982 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 22:00:00 -0400 483 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Avowing Fear Instead of Faith Sermon: Avowing Fear Instead of Faith We can be engulfed in fear when circumstances are stacking up against us. We can feel pressed on all sides, and our default response will be either trying to make a quick change ourselves to our circumstances or trusting God through this. It is the time when fear and faith are in conflict that the wrong move can lead to far reaching damaging results. Will we double down on fear or faith? In our study in 1 Samuel this week, we get a tragic tale to drive home the truth that God’s faithful provision is what we must trust. Hard circumstances reveal what we truly are trusting in. Turning to the wrong solution can have lasting consequences for us, so it isn’t a trivial issue.1 Samuel 14:24-52

]]> We can be engulfed in fear when circumstances are stacking up against us. We can feel pressed on all sides, and our default response will be either trying to make a quick change ourselves to our circumstances or trusting God through this. It is the time when fear and faith are in conflict that the wrong move can lead to far reaching damaging results. Will we double down on fear or faith? In our study in 1 Samuel this week, we get a tragic tale to drive home the truth that God’s faithful provision is what we must trust. Hard circumstances reveal what we truly are trusting in. Turning to the wrong solution can have lasting consequences for us, so it isn’t a trivial issue.1 Samuel 14:24-52

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15184780 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1771 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe can be engulfed in fear when circumstances are stacking up against us. We can feel pressed on all sides, and our default response will be either trying to make a quick change ourselves to our circumstances or trusting God through this. It is the time when fear and faith are in conflict that the wrong move can lead to far reaching damaging results. Will we double down on fear or faith? In our study in 1 Samuel this week, we get a tragic tale to drive home the truth that God’s faithful provision is what we must trust. Hard circumstances reveal what we truly are trusting in. Turning to the wrong solution can have lasting consequences for us, so it isn’t a trivial issue.1 Samuel 14:24-52 Sermon: Nothing Can Hinder the Lord Sermon: Nothing Can Hinder the Lord With God's people outmatched numerically and technologically against a tough opponent, Jonathan's radical but simple faith in God proves pivotal in God saving his people. We'll see the faith of one leading to many people following the Lord.

]]> With God's people outmatched numerically and technologically against a tough opponent, Jonathan's radical but simple faith in God proves pivotal in God saving his people. We'll see the faith of one leading to many people following the Lord.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15095657 Sun, 19 May 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1383 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWith God's people outmatched numerically and technologically against a tough opponent, Jonathan's radical but simple faith in God proves pivotal in God saving his people. We'll see the faith of one leading to many people following the Lord. Sermon: Neither Sword Nor Spear Sermon: Neither Sword Nor Spear Have you ever been in a bad situation with no tools and little hope? This is how God’s people felt after King Saul disobeyed God, the Philistines invaded their land, and they don’t have anyone to sharpen their plows or make them swords. This particular situation is new to them, but the story is not. God’s people are often weak, but they always have a great God who makes a way for them.
1 Samuel 13.15-23

]]> Have you ever been in a bad situation with no tools and little hope? This is how God’s people felt after King Saul disobeyed God, the Philistines invaded their land, and they don’t have anyone to sharpen their plows or make them swords. This particular situation is new to them, but the story is not. God’s people are often weak, but they always have a great God who makes a way for them.
1 Samuel 13.15-23

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15071211 Tue, 14 May 2024 22:00:00 -0400 1368 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever been in a bad situation with no tools and little hope? This is how God’s people felt after King Saul disobeyed God, the Philistines invaded their land, and they don’t have anyone to sharpen their plows or make them swords. This particular situation is new to them, but the story is not. God’s people are often weak, but they always have a great God who makes a way for them. 1 Samuel 13.15-23 Sermon: To Those Who Wait Sermon: To Those Who Wait Saul is tall, Saul is strong, Saul is handsome, Saul is King. But here we see Saul is small, Saul is weak, Saul needs the strength of Someone better. As the war rages and the walls close in around him, we see in Saul an example of someone who wanted the blessing of God, but without the obedience to God. Where Saul should have trusted in the Word of the Lord, he wavered, and he misses the blessing. But for those who wait in faithful obedience to God, it’s kingdom blessing.

1 Samuel 13

]]> Saul is tall, Saul is strong, Saul is handsome, Saul is King. But here we see Saul is small, Saul is weak, Saul needs the strength of Someone better. As the war rages and the walls close in around him, we see in Saul an example of someone who wanted the blessing of God, but without the obedience to God. Where Saul should have trusted in the Word of the Lord, he wavered, and he misses the blessing. But for those who wait in faithful obedience to God, it’s kingdom blessing.

1 Samuel 13

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15026534 Tue, 07 May 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1673 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSaul is tall, Saul is strong, Saul is handsome, Saul is King. But here we see Saul is small, Saul is weak, Saul needs the strength of Someone better. As the war rages and the walls close in around him, we see in Saul an example of someone who wanted the blessing of God, but without the obedience to God. Where Saul should have trusted in the Word of the Lord, he wavered, and he misses the blessing. But for those who wait in faithful obedience to God, it’s kingdom blessing. 1 Samuel 13 Update: May Update: May Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-15002509 Fri, 03 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 939 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Do Not Turn Aside Sermon: Do Not Turn Aside Sometimes when we mess up, there's a tendency in us to want to give up. This can be true whether at home, work, or the gym, and also when we are following Jesus. This isn't just true of us in our day.This Sunday, we're returning to our sermon series in the Book of Samuel. As Saul becomes king, God's people realize they have messed up big. They have disobeyed him. With fear set in, Samuel instructs the people, "Do not turn aside." Then, he gives them great news that will help them walk in faith: God will not forsake his people.

1 Samuel 12

]]> Sometimes when we mess up, there's a tendency in us to want to give up. This can be true whether at home, work, or the gym, and also when we are following Jesus. This isn't just true of us in our day.This Sunday, we're returning to our sermon series in the Book of Samuel. As Saul becomes king, God's people realize they have messed up big. They have disobeyed him. With fear set in, Samuel instructs the people, "Do not turn aside." Then, he gives them great news that will help them walk in faith: God will not forsake his people.

1 Samuel 12

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14969241 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1535 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSometimes when we mess up, there's a tendency in us to want to give up. This can be true whether at home, work, or the gym, and also when we are following Jesus. This isn't just true of us in our day.This Sunday, we're returning to our sermon series in the Book of Samuel. As Saul becomes king, God's people realize they have messed up big. They have disobeyed him. With fear set in, Samuel instructs the people, "Do not turn aside." Then, he gives them great news that will help them walk in faith: God will not forsake his people. 1 Samuel 12 Sermon: Jesus' Great Commission Sermon: Jesus' Great Commission This Sunday, Pete Rennie from Living Hope Church in Inverness, Scotland, will preach on Jesus’ Great Commission, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.”

Living Hope is one of our church planting partners, so it’s very exciting to host Pete and hear the story of God’s grace to our brothers and sisters across the pond.

]]> This Sunday, Pete Rennie from Living Hope Church in Inverness, Scotland, will preach on Jesus’ Great Commission, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.”

Living Hope is one of our church planting partners, so it’s very exciting to host Pete and hear the story of God’s grace to our brothers and sisters across the pond.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14929052 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 19:00:00 -0400 1576 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday, Pete Rennie from Living Hope Church in Inverness, Scotland, will preach on Jesus’ Great Commission, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.” Living Hope is one of our church planting partners, so it’s very exciting to host Pete and hear the story of God’s grace to our brothers and sisters across the pond. Sermon: Revealed Calling, Hiding King Sermon: Revealed Calling, Hiding King Yahweh has chosen a king for Israel - Saul, son of Kish.
He provides him with both personal and public signs confirming his calling.
Yet, Saul hides from what the LORD is calling him to be for his mission.
Rather than step forward in faith, in weakness he hides.Often in our own lives we are full of weakness and sin and hide from God’s calling on our lives.
What Israel needed, and what we need, is God’s true king who never hid from doing God’s will - even when that led to his own death for the sins of his people.

]]> Yahweh has chosen a king for Israel - Saul, son of Kish.
He provides him with both personal and public signs confirming his calling.
Yet, Saul hides from what the LORD is calling him to be for his mission.
Rather than step forward in faith, in weakness he hides.Often in our own lives we are full of weakness and sin and hide from God’s calling on our lives.
What Israel needed, and what we need, is God’s true king who never hid from doing God’s will - even when that led to his own death for the sins of his people.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14894911 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 1422 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgYahweh has chosen a king for Israel - Saul, son of Kish. He provides him with both personal and public signs confirming his calling. Yet, Saul hides from what the LORD is calling him to be for his mission. Rather than step forward in faith, in weakness he hides.Often in our own lives we are full of weakness and sin and hide from God’s calling on our lives. What Israel needed, and what we need, is God’s true king who never hid from doing God’s will - even when that led to his own death for the sins of his people. Sermon: From Lost to Forever Found Sermon: From Lost to Forever Found There are times in our lives we find ourselves lost. Searching and unsure of our place. Though we start lost and sometimes can’t seem to find our way or what we are looking for, God is at work.Followers of Jesus do not remain lost, because they are forever found by the Lord. Through the circumstances and details of the good & the bad in this life, we are never lost from the watchful care of our good and loving God.1 Samuel 9-10:8

]]> There are times in our lives we find ourselves lost. Searching and unsure of our place. Though we start lost and sometimes can’t seem to find our way or what we are looking for, God is at work.Followers of Jesus do not remain lost, because they are forever found by the Lord. Through the circumstances and details of the good & the bad in this life, we are never lost from the watchful care of our good and loving God.1 Samuel 9-10:8

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14842127 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1865 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThere are times in our lives we find ourselves lost. Searching and unsure of our place. Though we start lost and sometimes can’t seem to find our way or what we are looking for, God is at work.Followers of Jesus do not remain lost, because they are forever found by the Lord. Through the circumstances and details of the good & the bad in this life, we are never lost from the watchful care of our good and loving God.1 Samuel 9-10:8 Sermon: God Raised Him on the Third Day Sermon: God Raised Him on the Third Day Acts 10.34-43
This Sunday, we’ll celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and the good news that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.

]]> Acts 10.34-43
This Sunday, we’ll celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and the good news that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14816105 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 836 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgActs 10.34-43 This Sunday, we’ll celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and the good news that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name. Sermon: A King Like No Other Sermon: A King Like No Other Do you want God as King? It’s such a simple question on the surface yet we struggle to answer “Yes!” with a fully aligned head, heart, and hands. But this struggle is nothing new. This week, we’ll see God’s people realize they will soon need a new earthly leader as Samuel ages and his sons are unfit and we’ll see them ultimately reject God as their King even though He is a King like no other.

]]> Do you want God as King? It’s such a simple question on the surface yet we struggle to answer “Yes!” with a fully aligned head, heart, and hands. But this struggle is nothing new. This week, we’ll see God’s people realize they will soon need a new earthly leader as Samuel ages and his sons are unfit and we’ll see them ultimately reject God as their King even though He is a King like no other.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14757686 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 18:00:00 -0400 1842 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDo you want God as King? It’s such a simple question on the surface yet we struggle to answer “Yes!” with a fully aligned head, heart, and hands. But this struggle is nothing new. This week, we’ll see God’s people realize they will soon need a new earthly leader as Samuel ages and his sons are unfit and we’ll see them ultimately reject God as their King even though He is a King like no other. Sermon: Turning for the Lord's Help Sermon: Turning for the Lord's Help How do you turn it around? You know you’ve been headed in the wrong direction and haven’t been very focused on God in your life. Maybe your circumstances are causing you to question the way you’ve gone? Or it could be behavior or desires that you see within yourself that surprise you. What do you do to see God present in your life once again and how to get out of the rut of your sin?These are questions we all face at times in our lives. We find answers in the story of Israel in 1 Samuel. We get to hear Samuel call us all back to God to see victory and peace once more in our lives as we learn from the story of early Israel. 1 Samuel 7

]]> How do you turn it around? You know you’ve been headed in the wrong direction and haven’t been very focused on God in your life. Maybe your circumstances are causing you to question the way you’ve gone? Or it could be behavior or desires that you see within yourself that surprise you. What do you do to see God present in your life once again and how to get out of the rut of your sin?These are questions we all face at times in our lives. We find answers in the story of Israel in 1 Samuel. We get to hear Samuel call us all back to God to see victory and peace once more in our lives as we learn from the story of early Israel. 1 Samuel 7

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14719488 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400 1683 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHow do you turn it around? You know you’ve been headed in the wrong direction and haven’t been very focused on God in your life. Maybe your circumstances are causing you to question the way you’ve gone? Or it could be behavior or desires that you see within yourself that surprise you. What do you do to see God present in your life once again and how to get out of the rut of your sin?These are questions we all face at times in our lives. We find answers in the story of Israel in 1 Samuel. We get to hear Samuel call us all back to God to see victory and peace once more in our lives as we learn from the story of early Israel. 1 Samuel 7 Sermon: Who Can Stand Before This Holy God? Sermon: Who Can Stand Before This Holy God? 1 Samuel 6-7:2The Philistines have Israel’s God captured, or so they think. The Ark of the Covenant, the holy symbol of God’s presence, which was so easy to take and move around and place inside their temple, is now causing all sorts of national problems. The Philistines can’t handle God’s presence, the ark must go. Maybe when the ark is returned to Israel all will be better again? Not so much. Israel can’t handle God’s presence either. Who then can stand before this holy God?

]]> 1 Samuel 6-7:2The Philistines have Israel’s God captured, or so they think. The Ark of the Covenant, the holy symbol of God’s presence, which was so easy to take and move around and place inside their temple, is now causing all sorts of national problems. The Philistines can’t handle God’s presence, the ark must go. Maybe when the ark is returned to Israel all will be better again? Not so much. Israel can’t handle God’s presence either. Who then can stand before this holy God?

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14668418 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1802 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org1 Samuel 6-7:2The Philistines have Israel’s God captured, or so they think. The Ark of the Covenant, the holy symbol of God’s presence, which was so easy to take and move around and place inside their temple, is now causing all sorts of national problems. The Philistines can’t handle God’s presence, the ark must go. Maybe when the ark is returned to Israel all will be better again? Not so much. Israel can’t handle God’s presence either. Who then can stand before this holy God? Sermon: The Lord of Everything, Everywhere, and Everyone Sermon: The Lord of Everything, Everywhere, and Everyone "Is God the Lord?” After Israel loses a big battle, the Philistines think very little of God. After their capture of the ark of God, the Philistines set it up in the house of their god, Dagon. Israel’s God seems weak and defeated, but is that true? How will he respond?


]]> "Is God the Lord?” After Israel loses a big battle, the Philistines think very little of God. After their capture of the ark of God, the Philistines set it up in the house of their god, Dagon. Israel’s God seems weak and defeated, but is that true? How will he respond?


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14626101 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1820 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org"Is God the Lord?” After Israel loses a big battle, the Philistines think very little of God. After their capture of the ark of God, the Philistines set it up in the house of their god, Dagon. Israel’s God seems weak and defeated, but is that true? How will he respond? Update: March Update: March Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14604873 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 21:00:00 -0500 561 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: The Glory Has Departed Sermon: The Glory Has Departed “Why were we defeated?” After defeat in an important battle, the people of God look to God for deliverance but don’t address the real issue: their sin. They try again but don’t turn from sin, leading to another lost battle, more ruined lives, their enemies capturing the Ark of God, and one of the most terrible lines in the whole bible, “The glory has departed from Israel.”

]]> “Why were we defeated?” After defeat in an important battle, the people of God look to God for deliverance but don’t address the real issue: their sin. They try again but don’t turn from sin, leading to another lost battle, more ruined lives, their enemies capturing the Ark of God, and one of the most terrible lines in the whole bible, “The glory has departed from Israel.”

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14582672 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 21:00:00 -0500 1798 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org“Why were we defeated?” After defeat in an important battle, the people of God look to God for deliverance but don’t address the real issue: their sin. They try again but don’t turn from sin, leading to another lost battle, more ruined lives, their enemies capturing the Ark of God, and one of the most terrible lines in the whole bible, “The glory has departed from Israel.” Sermon: The Call of Samuel Sermon: The Call of Samuel As we continue in 1 Samuel we see Israel is livingIsrael is living in the dark because God’s speaking to his people was rare. Then, into that darkness God calls Samuel to be his prophet, bringing the light of his word to Eli and Israel. Just like our bodies need food when we are hungry, we need the prophetic Word of God in order to live. We will be asking ourselves this question: Are we living our lives guided by God’s prophetic word?

]]> As we continue in 1 Samuel we see Israel is livingIsrael is living in the dark because God’s speaking to his people was rare. Then, into that darkness God calls Samuel to be his prophet, bringing the light of his word to Eli and Israel. Just like our bodies need food when we are hungry, we need the prophetic Word of God in order to live. We will be asking ourselves this question: Are we living our lives guided by God’s prophetic word?

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14531534 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 1517 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we continue in 1 Samuel we see Israel is livingIsrael is living in the dark because God’s speaking to his people was rare. Then, into that darkness God calls Samuel to be his prophet, bringing the light of his word to Eli and Israel. Just like our bodies need food when we are hungry, we need the prophetic Word of God in order to live. We will be asking ourselves this question: Are we living our lives guided by God’s prophetic word? Sermon: Forever Faithful Sermon: Forever Faithful After Eli, the priest, has confronted his sons regarding their sin, God sends an unnamed prophet to confront Eli. Eli’s house has been honored by God for generations and received great blessings, but has, in return, dishonored God. God rejects Eli and his line, but his redemptive plan won’t end. Instead, He will raise up another line of priests who will be faithful forever.

]]> After Eli, the priest, has confronted his sons regarding their sin, God sends an unnamed prophet to confront Eli. Eli’s house has been honored by God for generations and received great blessings, but has, in return, dishonored God. God rejects Eli and his line, but his redemptive plan won’t end. Instead, He will raise up another line of priests who will be faithful forever.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14487085 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500 1740 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter Eli, the priest, has confronted his sons regarding their sin, God sends an unnamed prophet to confront Eli. Eli’s house has been honored by God for generations and received great blessings, but has, in return, dishonored God. God rejects Eli and his line, but his redemptive plan won’t end. Instead, He will raise up another line of priests who will be faithful forever. Sermon: A Light in the Darkness Sermon: A Light in the Darkness As we find out the priests are stealing from God in his Temple, the darkness increases in the Book of Samuel. After all, sin is to be confessed, not committed, in God’s presence. And even when confronted about their sin, these priests won’t stop. Yet, God was also growing a light in the darkness. We’ll find that, amidst all of the corruption and contempt, the boy Samuel is growing in favor with God and man.

]]> As we find out the priests are stealing from God in his Temple, the darkness increases in the Book of Samuel. After all, sin is to be confessed, not committed, in God’s presence. And even when confronted about their sin, these priests won’t stop. Yet, God was also growing a light in the darkness. We’ll find that, amidst all of the corruption and contempt, the boy Samuel is growing in favor with God and man.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14443250 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 1885 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we find out the priests are stealing from God in his Temple, the darkness increases in the Book of Samuel. After all, sin is to be confessed, not committed, in God’s presence. And even when confronted about their sin, these priests won’t stop. Yet, God was also growing a light in the darkness. We’ll find that, amidst all of the corruption and contempt, the boy Samuel is growing in favor with God and man. Update: February Update: February Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14425045 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500 994 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Hannah's God Sermon: Hannah's God This is the end of Hannah’s story. She made a big ask, she promised a huge response, God answered her prayer, and she moves forward in faith. Hannah turns Samuel over for lifelong service to the Lord. The gift she received from God becomes a gift from Hannah to the world. Hannah is a link in the glorious chain of God’s promise of redemption tracked through history.Hannah’s God is holy and sovereign, and he is in control of the fates of mankind, so what else could she possibly do but sing?

]]> This is the end of Hannah’s story. She made a big ask, she promised a huge response, God answered her prayer, and she moves forward in faith. Hannah turns Samuel over for lifelong service to the Lord. The gift she received from God becomes a gift from Hannah to the world. Hannah is a link in the glorious chain of God’s promise of redemption tracked through history.Hannah’s God is holy and sovereign, and he is in control of the fates of mankind, so what else could she possibly do but sing?

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14391976 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0500 1665 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis is the end of Hannah’s story. She made a big ask, she promised a huge response, God answered her prayer, and she moves forward in faith. Hannah turns Samuel over for lifelong service to the Lord. The gift she received from God becomes a gift from Hannah to the world. Hannah is a link in the glorious chain of God’s promise of redemption tracked through history.Hannah’s God is holy and sovereign, and he is in control of the fates of mankind, so what else could she possibly do but sing? Sermon: No Longer Sad Sermon: No Longer Sad The Book of Samuel begins with the story of Hannah, a barren woman who has felt forgotten by God and frustrated by her family. Completely heartbroken, Hannah’s pain grows year after year. But Hannah does not give up her faith. Instead she pursues God in worship and prayer until … when things are seemingly at their worst … God gives her peace, remembers her, and makes Hannah “no longer sad.”

]]> The Book of Samuel begins with the story of Hannah, a barren woman who has felt forgotten by God and frustrated by her family. Completely heartbroken, Hannah’s pain grows year after year. But Hannah does not give up her faith. Instead she pursues God in worship and prayer until … when things are seemingly at their worst … God gives her peace, remembers her, and makes Hannah “no longer sad.”

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14350991 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0500 1777 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Book of Samuel begins with the story of Hannah, a barren woman who has felt forgotten by God and frustrated by her family. Completely heartbroken, Hannah’s pain grows year after year. But Hannah does not give up her faith. Instead she pursues God in worship and prayer until … when things are seemingly at their worst … God gives her peace, remembers her, and makes Hannah “no longer sad.” Sermon: God Is King Sermon: God Is King Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14313516 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1544 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Update: January Update: January The Melrose staff give an update on January at Seven Mile Melrose

]]> The Melrose staff give an update on January at Seven Mile Melrose

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14252731 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0500 991 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Melrose staff give an update on January at Seven Mile Melrose Update: Sabbatical Plans Update: Sabbatical Plans Justin and Sara sit down to talk about plans for the Gottlieb's upcoming sabbatical. 

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14145281 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0500 629 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJustin and Sara sit down to talk about plans for the Gottlieb's upcoming sabbatical.  Sermon: The Joy of Christmas Coming Home Sermon: The Joy of Christmas Coming Home Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14215749 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 881 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Adopted As Sons of God Sermon: Adopted As Sons of God Advent is the season of reflecting on the arrival of Jesus, the son of God, as a human. God the Father sent Jesus his Son to free us from sin. In itself, this is an incredible and undeserved blessing he has given us. What’s even more amazing is that God sent Jesus to elevate us to be full members of God’s family. Through our union with Jesus, we have full access to God as our Father. This is an even greater blessing than forgiveness of our sins. When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son… so that we might receive adoption as sons.

]]> Advent is the season of reflecting on the arrival of Jesus, the son of God, as a human. God the Father sent Jesus his Son to free us from sin. In itself, this is an incredible and undeserved blessing he has given us. What’s even more amazing is that God sent Jesus to elevate us to be full members of God’s family. Through our union with Jesus, we have full access to God as our Father. This is an even greater blessing than forgiveness of our sins. When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son… so that we might receive adoption as sons.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14161517 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1443 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAdvent is the season of reflecting on the arrival of Jesus, the son of God, as a human. God the Father sent Jesus his Son to free us from sin. In itself, this is an incredible and undeserved blessing he has given us. What’s even more amazing is that God sent Jesus to elevate us to be full members of God’s family. Through our union with Jesus, we have full access to God as our Father. This is an even greater blessing than forgiveness of our sins. When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son… so that we might receive adoption as sons. Update: December Update: December Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14149506 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 820 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: News That Brings Peace Sermon: News That Brings Peace Peace. We all want it. We want peace with one another, and we want peace with God. Our world is full of advice on how to get peace: better organization, better planning, better relationships and use the Breathe app on your watch. But all of that is just advice on how to manage.What we really need for peace is news, especially the news that "God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law.

]]> Peace. We all want it. We want peace with one another, and we want peace with God. Our world is full of advice on how to get peace: better organization, better planning, better relationships and use the Breathe app on your watch. But all of that is just advice on how to manage.What we really need for peace is news, especially the news that "God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14128147 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1478 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPeace. We all want it. We want peace with one another, and we want peace with God. Our world is full of advice on how to get peace: better organization, better planning, better relationships and use the Breathe app on your watch. But all of that is just advice on how to manage.What we really need for peace is news, especially the news that "God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law. Sermon: Certain Hope Sermon: Certain Hope “When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son.” As we begin our advent series *The Fullness of Time* this Sunday with these words, we’ll hear and see that the certain hope of Christ’s coming into a fallen world 2000 years ago also gives us certain hope today.

]]> “When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son.” As we begin our advent series *The Fullness of Time* this Sunday with these words, we’ll hear and see that the certain hope of Christ’s coming into a fallen world 2000 years ago also gives us certain hope today.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14080888 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 18:00:00 -0500 1700 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org“When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son.” As we begin our advent series *The Fullness of Time* this Sunday with these words, we’ll hear and see that the certain hope of Christ’s coming into a fallen world 2000 years ago also gives us certain hope today. Sermon: With Everything Without Ending Sermon: With Everything Without Ending Psalm 145

Depending on life situation, praising God can seem easy or impossible. So, how do you praise God when nothing in life seems to be going right? In Psalm 145, David grounds his praise of God in his character rather than our circumstance and shows how we can praise God with everything without ending.

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Depending on life situation, praising God can seem easy or impossible. So, how do you praise God when nothing in life seems to be going right? In Psalm 145, David grounds his praise of God in his character rather than our circumstance and shows how we can praise God with everything without ending.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14058809 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1777 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 145 Depending on life situation, praising God can seem easy or impossible. So, how do you praise God when nothing in life seems to be going right? In Psalm 145, David grounds his praise of God in his character rather than our circumstance and shows how we can praise God with everything without ending. Sermon: Our Faithful God Sermon: Our Faithful God Have you ever wondered, “Will I ever be holy and blameless?”
The gap between who we are and who God calls us to be is large, and we can feel hopeless to get there. As Paul closes his letter to the Thessalonians, he assures this baby church that disciples of Jesus will one day be holy and blameless … and it won’t be because they are great or smart or hardworking.
They will be made holy and blameless because the faithful God who called them is also the God who will make them holy.


]]> Have you ever wondered, “Will I ever be holy and blameless?”
The gap between who we are and who God calls us to be is large, and we can feel hopeless to get there. As Paul closes his letter to the Thessalonians, he assures this baby church that disciples of Jesus will one day be holy and blameless … and it won’t be because they are great or smart or hardworking.
They will be made holy and blameless because the faithful God who called them is also the God who will make them holy.


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-14008977 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1529 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever wondered, “Will I ever be holy and blameless?” The gap between who we are and who God calls us to be is large, and we can feel hopeless to get there. As Paul closes his letter to the Thessalonians, he assures this baby church that disciples of Jesus will one day be holy and blameless … and it won’t be because they are great or smart or hardworking. They will be made holy and blameless because the faithful God who called them is also the God who will make them holy. Sermon: Keeping the Peace Sermon: Keeping the Peace How does a family function and get a long in peace together? It’s one of the aims in our homes, but also in the church. Paul tells us how to conduct ourselves in 4 important areas in order to keep the peace in the church. It’s these “house rules” that help us to think about how we relate and work together as God intended.1 Thess 5:12-22


]]> How does a family function and get a long in peace together? It’s one of the aims in our homes, but also in the church. Paul tells us how to conduct ourselves in 4 important areas in order to keep the peace in the church. It’s these “house rules” that help us to think about how we relate and work together as God intended.1 Thess 5:12-22


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13969053 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1674 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHow does a family function and get a long in peace together? It’s one of the aims in our homes, but also in the church. Paul tells us how to conduct ourselves in 4 important areas in order to keep the peace in the church. It’s these “house rules” that help us to think about how we relate and work together as God intended.1 Thess 5:12-22 Sermon: Jesus Kingly Return is a Comfort & Call to Live Prepared Sermon: Jesus Kingly Return is a Comfort & Call to Live Prepared The return of Jesus often raises so many questions in our minds.
It did for the Thessalonian church plant also.
“What happens to the dead when Jesus returns?”
“When will Jesus return?” “How should we live as we wait?”
Paul reminds the Thessalonians that our Gospel identity prepares us for Christ’s return.
This Sunday, we will look at how the return of Jesus both gives us courage and calls us to live each day prepared.

]]> The return of Jesus often raises so many questions in our minds.
It did for the Thessalonian church plant also.
“What happens to the dead when Jesus returns?”
“When will Jesus return?” “How should we live as we wait?”
Paul reminds the Thessalonians that our Gospel identity prepares us for Christ’s return.
This Sunday, we will look at how the return of Jesus both gives us courage and calls us to live each day prepared.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13919258 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1434 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe return of Jesus often raises so many questions in our minds. It did for the Thessalonian church plant also. “What happens to the dead when Jesus returns?” “When will Jesus return?” “How should we live as we wait?” Paul reminds the Thessalonians that our Gospel identity prepares us for Christ’s return. This Sunday, we will look at how the return of Jesus both gives us courage and calls us to live each day prepared. Update: November Update: November What's happening in and around Seven Mile Melrose this month!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13882801 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400 879 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat's happening in and around Seven Mile Melrose this month! Sermon: The Will of God for You Sermon: The Will of God for You Who knows the will of God? How in the world could we possibly know what the God of the universe wants us to do? Well, as it turns out, God has told us exactly what His will is. God’s will is not a mystery, it is not hidden, it is not buried, it sits right on the surface for everyone to know.This is the will of God, your sanctification.This is Paul in his most direct, his most helpful, his most loving. This is what God wants, that you be holy.

]]> Who knows the will of God? How in the world could we possibly know what the God of the universe wants us to do? Well, as it turns out, God has told us exactly what His will is. God’s will is not a mystery, it is not hidden, it is not buried, it sits right on the surface for everyone to know.This is the will of God, your sanctification.This is Paul in his most direct, his most helpful, his most loving. This is what God wants, that you be holy.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13867555 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1726 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho knows the will of God? How in the world could we possibly know what the God of the universe wants us to do? Well, as it turns out, God has told us exactly what His will is. God’s will is not a mystery, it is not hidden, it is not buried, it sits right on the surface for everyone to know.This is the will of God, your sanctification.This is Paul in his most direct, his most helpful, his most loving. This is what God wants, that you be holy. Sermon: The Church as a Committed Family Sermon: The Church as a Committed Family Being a family is demonstrated in so many different ways. Time spent, intentional presence, true concern, and rooting for one another are all visible displays of family. A family has commitment to these things.If a church is the people of God being a gospel-formed family in a specific place, then we will see similar commitments to what Paul displayed towards the Thessalonian church.1 Thess 2:17-3:13

]]> Being a family is demonstrated in so many different ways. Time spent, intentional presence, true concern, and rooting for one another are all visible displays of family. A family has commitment to these things.If a church is the people of God being a gospel-formed family in a specific place, then we will see similar commitments to what Paul displayed towards the Thessalonian church.1 Thess 2:17-3:13

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13825131 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 20:00:00 -0400 1541 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgBeing a family is demonstrated in so many different ways. Time spent, intentional presence, true concern, and rooting for one another are all visible displays of family. A family has commitment to these things.If a church is the people of God being a gospel-formed family in a specific place, then we will see similar commitments to what Paul displayed towards the Thessalonian church.1 Thess 2:17-3:13 Sermon: Living Worthy of God Sermon: Living Worthy of God In 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, Paul reminds the Thessalonians of how they received the Gospel and calls them to live a life worthy of God. God calls us to live the same way.But how do we live lives worthy of God?
By continually reminding ourselves of the Gospel and God’s gracious calling that makes us part of His faithful family.

]]> In 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, Paul reminds the Thessalonians of how they received the Gospel and calls them to live a life worthy of God. God calls us to live the same way.But how do we live lives worthy of God?
By continually reminding ourselves of the Gospel and God’s gracious calling that makes us part of His faithful family.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13788690 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1330 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, Paul reminds the Thessalonians of how they received the Gospel and calls them to live a life worthy of God. God calls us to live the same way.But how do we live lives worthy of God? By continually reminding ourselves of the Gospel and God’s gracious calling that makes us part of His faithful family. Sermon: Keep On! Sermon: Keep On! "Hey Thessalonians, God loves you and you're doing great. Keep on! - Paul" As we begin a new sermon series called God's Faithful Family this week, we'll hear how the gospel reached this young church, how they responded, and how they are now encouraging others to receive Jesus ... even though things are tough for them.

]]> "Hey Thessalonians, God loves you and you're doing great. Keep on! - Paul" As we begin a new sermon series called God's Faithful Family this week, we'll hear how the gospel reached this young church, how they responded, and how they are now encouraging others to receive Jesus ... even though things are tough for them.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13738990 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1920 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org"Hey Thessalonians, God loves you and you're doing great. Keep on! - Paul" As we begin a new sermon series called God's Faithful Family this week, we'll hear how the gospel reached this young church, how they responded, and how they are now encouraging others to receive Jesus ... even though things are tough for them. Sermon: Jesus Sends Sermon: Jesus Sends At the end of the Seven Mile Road story, the disciples finally see. It takes a ton of help from Jesus, but they truly see. As they see, Jesus helps them see God’s redemptive plan across history and geography. Even more than seeing the plan, Jesus sends them (and us!) to join His mission.

]]> At the end of the Seven Mile Road story, the disciples finally see. It takes a ton of help from Jesus, but they truly see. As they see, Jesus helps them see God’s redemptive plan across history and geography. Even more than seeing the plan, Jesus sends them (and us!) to join His mission.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13694330 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1994 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAt the end of the Seven Mile Road story, the disciples finally see. It takes a ton of help from Jesus, but they truly see. As they see, Jesus helps them see God’s redemptive plan across history and geography. Even more than seeing the plan, Jesus sends them (and us!) to join His mission. Update: October Update: October Lots going on this month at Seven Mile Melrose, listen for all the info!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13683128 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 22:00:00 -0400 750 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLots going on this month at Seven Mile Melrose, listen for all the info! Sermon: Did Not Our Hearts Burn Sermon: Did Not Our Hearts Burn Spaghetti sauce might make our heart burn, but the Scriptures rightly taught definitely do, or at least they are meant to. In Luke 24, Jesus teaches two disciples the Scriptures, and when they reflect back upon that time, they recognize that something profound was happening inside their chests. A burning, a passionate wave, a growing flame for what was true and what that meant. They met Jesus, and their hearts burned, and they could see him, and the only thing left for them to do was to run off at once to tell everyone else.

]]> Spaghetti sauce might make our heart burn, but the Scriptures rightly taught definitely do, or at least they are meant to. In Luke 24, Jesus teaches two disciples the Scriptures, and when they reflect back upon that time, they recognize that something profound was happening inside their chests. A burning, a passionate wave, a growing flame for what was true and what that meant. They met Jesus, and their hearts burned, and they could see him, and the only thing left for them to do was to run off at once to tell everyone else.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13648624 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1575 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSpaghetti sauce might make our heart burn, but the Scriptures rightly taught definitely do, or at least they are meant to. In Luke 24, Jesus teaches two disciples the Scriptures, and when they reflect back upon that time, they recognize that something profound was happening inside their chests. A burning, a passionate wave, a growing flame for what was true and what that meant. They met Jesus, and their hearts burned, and they could see him, and the only thing left for them to do was to run off at once to tell everyone else. Sermon: Jesus Reveals Sermon: Jesus Reveals After Jesus’ resurrection, two disciples encounter Him as they walk to Emmaus. Not recognizing it is Jesus, the disciples explain their sadness and confusion over his death. While they are shocked that the visitor isn’t aware of all that has happened in Jerusalem, even more shocking is that they still don’t see who Jesus is … so he opens the scriptures and helps them see.

]]> After Jesus’ resurrection, two disciples encounter Him as they walk to Emmaus. Not recognizing it is Jesus, the disciples explain their sadness and confusion over his death. While they are shocked that the visitor isn’t aware of all that has happened in Jerusalem, even more shocking is that they still don’t see who Jesus is … so he opens the scriptures and helps them see.

]]> Buzzsprout-13610343 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0400 1930 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter Jesus’ resurrection, two disciples encounter Him as they walk to Emmaus. Not recognizing it is Jesus, the disciples explain their sadness and confusion over his death. While they are shocked that the visitor isn’t aware of all that has happened in Jerusalem, even more shocking is that they still don’t see who Jesus is … so he opens the scriptures and helps them see. Sermon: Jesus Draws Near Sermon: Jesus Draws Near After the discovery of Jesus' empty tomb, his disciples were sad, uncertain and confused. They didn't understand how the pieces fit together or how they'd fallen apart. As two of the disciples walked along a road discussing and struggling to make sense of things, the risen Jesus drew near. He didn't wait for them to find him. He didn't wait for them to figure things out. Jesus drew near to them and he does the same to us.

Luke 24.13-16

]]> After the discovery of Jesus' empty tomb, his disciples were sad, uncertain and confused. They didn't understand how the pieces fit together or how they'd fallen apart. As two of the disciples walked along a road discussing and struggling to make sense of things, the risen Jesus drew near. He didn't wait for them to find him. He didn't wait for them to figure things out. Jesus drew near to them and he does the same to us.

Luke 24.13-16

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13564163 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1588 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter the discovery of Jesus' empty tomb, his disciples were sad, uncertain and confused. They didn't understand how the pieces fit together or how they'd fallen apart. As two of the disciples walked along a road discussing and struggling to make sense of things, the risen Jesus drew near. He didn't wait for them to find him. He didn't wait for them to figure things out. Jesus drew near to them and he does the same to us. Luke 24.13-16 Update: September Update: September Update on what's to come this month at Seven Mile Melrose.

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13509470 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 16:00:00 -0400 971 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgUpdate on what's to come this month at Seven Mile Melrose. Sermon: Responding to Glory Sermon: Responding to Glory In Psalm 19, David tells us that the heavens declare the glory of God and the scriptures show us God’s glory in revealing his perfect word to us. Like the heavens, God’s word is active in declaring his glory and helping us see who God is and there’s only one right response to seeing His glory: humble confession.

]]> In Psalm 19, David tells us that the heavens declare the glory of God and the scriptures show us God’s glory in revealing his perfect word to us. Like the heavens, God’s word is active in declaring his glory and helping us see who God is and there’s only one right response to seeing His glory: humble confession.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13477457 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1899 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn Psalm 19, David tells us that the heavens declare the glory of God and the scriptures show us God’s glory in revealing his perfect word to us. Like the heavens, God’s word is active in declaring his glory and helping us see who God is and there’s only one right response to seeing His glory: humble confession. Sermon: Delight in God's Word Sermon: Delight in God's Word This week we will hear from God’s word in Psalm 1.
How do my daily choices and habits shape my life? What words truly guide my whole life?
The psalmist invites us to consider that the path to a life blessed by God is marked by finding our delight in his words which guides us in all areas of life.
We can’t meet this ideal.
But through the gospel, Jesus transforms us to love God so that our delight in his word increases.
As he does this, we learn to live by his Spirit who guides our lives and draws others to the goodness of the gospel through us.

]]> This week we will hear from God’s word in Psalm 1.
How do my daily choices and habits shape my life? What words truly guide my whole life?
The psalmist invites us to consider that the path to a life blessed by God is marked by finding our delight in his words which guides us in all areas of life.
We can’t meet this ideal.
But through the gospel, Jesus transforms us to love God so that our delight in his word increases.
As he does this, we learn to live by his Spirit who guides our lives and draws others to the goodness of the gospel through us.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13450437 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1755 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis week we will hear from God’s word in Psalm 1. How do my daily choices and habits shape my life? What words truly guide my whole life? The psalmist invites us to consider that the path to a life blessed by God is marked by finding our delight in his words which guides us in all areas of life. We can’t meet this ideal. But through the gospel, Jesus transforms us to love God so that our delight in his word increases. As he does this, we learn to live by his Spirit who guides our lives and draws others to the goodness of the gospel through us. Sermon: Joy Comes in the Morning Sermon: Joy Comes in the Morning The Lord does not leave us as we are. He hears and heals. He is merciful. When the days are dark, we need reminding of this. But this psalm is for after God has acted for us, and it calls us to rejoice in thankfulness for what God has done for us. There are many such acts of God we can be thankful for. He turns our mourning to dancing, and so dance we must for our gladness is from Him. 

Psalm 30

]]> The Lord does not leave us as we are. He hears and heals. He is merciful. When the days are dark, we need reminding of this. But this psalm is for after God has acted for us, and it calls us to rejoice in thankfulness for what God has done for us. There are many such acts of God we can be thankful for. He turns our mourning to dancing, and so dance we must for our gladness is from Him. 

Psalm 30

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13396948 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1762 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Lord does not leave us as we are. He hears and heals. He is merciful. When the days are dark, we need reminding of this. But this psalm is for after God has acted for us, and it calls us to rejoice in thankfulness for what God has done for us. There are many such acts of God we can be thankful for. He turns our mourning to dancing, and so dance we must for our gladness is from Him.  Psalm 30 Sermon: Trusting God with Everything for Evermore Sermon: Trusting God with Everything for Evermore In Psalm 16, we read the words of a fearful King David. He is fearful he’ll abandon faith in God and fearful that God will abandon him in death. Out of his fear, King David asks some of the same questions we ask: What can I trust God with? How long can I trust him? Not only does he ask the questions, David gives a rock-solid answer grounded in who God is and what he has done: I can trust God with everything forevermore

]]> In Psalm 16, we read the words of a fearful King David. He is fearful he’ll abandon faith in God and fearful that God will abandon him in death. Out of his fear, King David asks some of the same questions we ask: What can I trust God with? How long can I trust him? Not only does he ask the questions, David gives a rock-solid answer grounded in who God is and what he has done: I can trust God with everything forevermore

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13364021 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1691 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn Psalm 16, we read the words of a fearful King David. He is fearful he’ll abandon faith in God and fearful that God will abandon him in death. Out of his fear, King David asks some of the same questions we ask: What can I trust God with? How long can I trust him? Not only does he ask the questions, David gives a rock-solid answer grounded in who God is and what he has done: I can trust God with everything forevermore Update: August Update: August Listen for an update for this month at Seven Mile Melrose.

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13345905 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 17:00:00 -0400 501 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an update for this month at Seven Mile Melrose. Sermon: Trust Check Sermon: Trust Check Where do you turn when the bottom falls out? When you face the big uphill life challenge or scary unknown ahead, what provides confidence or hope? We can give a simple rote answer until the situation comes.In Psalm 20, we will learn from Israel’s posture of approaching God in these type of situations and be inspired by the king’s faithful response as an example for us.
Psalm 20

]]> Where do you turn when the bottom falls out? When you face the big uphill life challenge or scary unknown ahead, what provides confidence or hope? We can give a simple rote answer until the situation comes.In Psalm 20, we will learn from Israel’s posture of approaching God in these type of situations and be inspired by the king’s faithful response as an example for us.
Psalm 20

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13320588 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1853 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhere do you turn when the bottom falls out? When you face the big uphill life challenge or scary unknown ahead, what provides confidence or hope? We can give a simple rote answer until the situation comes.In Psalm 20, we will learn from Israel’s posture of approaching God in these type of situations and be inspired by the king’s faithful response as an example for us. Psalm 20 Update: Prayer Update: Prayer Justin and Sara give you a quick update on what we're going for over the next few weeks as we gather to pray together.

]]> Justin and Sara give you a quick update on what we're going for over the next few weeks as we gather to pray together.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13292607 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400 300 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJustin and Sara give you a quick update on what we're going for over the next few weeks as we gather to pray together. Sermon: God's King, God's Kingdom Sermon: God's King, God's Kingdom David gives us a glimpse of the unique power and majesty and reach of the Anointed King of God. He is powerful, his rule is over all, there is no other in all the nations. Resistance is futile, so the saying goes. But there is no despair for those who love the forever King, with the forever Kingdom, because they are His people blessed forever. You don’t need to come Sunday dressed in royal vestments to be welcome, this King welcomes all refuge seekers. 
Psalm 2

]]> David gives us a glimpse of the unique power and majesty and reach of the Anointed King of God. He is powerful, his rule is over all, there is no other in all the nations. Resistance is futile, so the saying goes. But there is no despair for those who love the forever King, with the forever Kingdom, because they are His people blessed forever. You don’t need to come Sunday dressed in royal vestments to be welcome, this King welcomes all refuge seekers. 
Psalm 2

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13271303 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1566 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDavid gives us a glimpse of the unique power and majesty and reach of the Anointed King of God. He is powerful, his rule is over all, there is no other in all the nations. Resistance is futile, so the saying goes. But there is no despair for those who love the forever King, with the forever Kingdom, because they are His people blessed forever. You don’t need to come Sunday dressed in royal vestments to be welcome, this King welcomes all refuge seekers.  Psalm 2 Sermon: Finding the Happy Life Sermon: Finding the Happy Life This week we will continue our Summer in the Psalms by looking at Psalm 32.
There is no end to things, relationships, jobs, or experiences that promise to make us happy.
In Psalm 32, David shows us that the way to happiness is through having our sins forgiven.
Why is this the path to happiness? Because this is the way that we stay near God

]]> This week we will continue our Summer in the Psalms by looking at Psalm 32.
There is no end to things, relationships, jobs, or experiences that promise to make us happy.
In Psalm 32, David shows us that the way to happiness is through having our sins forgiven.
Why is this the path to happiness? Because this is the way that we stay near God

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13234090 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1631 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis week we will continue our Summer in the Psalms by looking at Psalm 32. There is no end to things, relationships, jobs, or experiences that promise to make us happy. In Psalm 32, David shows us that the way to happiness is through having our sins forgiven. Why is this the path to happiness? Because this is the way that we stay near God Update: Church Planting in Scotland Update: Church Planting in Scotland Listen to a 10-minute update from Pastor Justin's recent trip to Scotland and hear about how to pray for church planting efforts in the Scottish Highlands. 

]]> Listen to a 10-minute update from Pastor Justin's recent trip to Scotland and hear about how to pray for church planting efforts in the Scottish Highlands. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13180182 Mon, 10 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400 614 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to a 10-minute update from Pastor Justin's recent trip to Scotland and hear about how to pray for church planting efforts in the Scottish Highlands.  Sermon: The Most Important Q&A Ever Sermon: The Most Important Q&A Ever As we begin our new sermon series _Summer in the Psalms_ this week, we’ll hear the Psalmist ask the most important question ever: “Who is allowed in the household of God?” or “Who is the person who gets to have a relationship with God?” As we hear the answer, a certain truth becomes clear: none of us measure up. Not one. Except for Jesus. Because of Jesus, this question-and-answer session that could be so crushing ends up pointing to the comfort of God’s grace.

Psalm 15

]]> As we begin our new sermon series _Summer in the Psalms_ this week, we’ll hear the Psalmist ask the most important question ever: “Who is allowed in the household of God?” or “Who is the person who gets to have a relationship with God?” As we hear the answer, a certain truth becomes clear: none of us measure up. Not one. Except for Jesus. Because of Jesus, this question-and-answer session that could be so crushing ends up pointing to the comfort of God’s grace.

Psalm 15

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13196341 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1888 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we begin our new sermon series _Summer in the Psalms_ this week, we’ll hear the Psalmist ask the most important question ever: “Who is allowed in the household of God?” or “Who is the person who gets to have a relationship with God?” As we hear the answer, a certain truth becomes clear: none of us measure up. Not one. Except for Jesus. Because of Jesus, this question-and-answer session that could be so crushing ends up pointing to the comfort of God’s grace. Psalm 15 Update: July Update: July Listen to a quick update for July at Seven Mile Melrose

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13138586 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400 829 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to a quick update for July at Seven Mile Melrose Sermon: The Tragic Trials of the Innocent Sermon: The Tragic Trials of the Innocent Three trials of Jesus occur in our passage from Luke this week. Each more sad than the one before. Any of these could set him free. Accusations are made of Jesus, but his innocence looms brightly.It’s these trials and accusations that shine a light on our guilt vs his innocence. We begin to glimpse God’s plan to allow a grave injustice that He might graciously justify His people.Luke 23:1-25

]]> Three trials of Jesus occur in our passage from Luke this week. Each more sad than the one before. Any of these could set him free. Accusations are made of Jesus, but his innocence looms brightly.It’s these trials and accusations that shine a light on our guilt vs his innocence. We begin to glimpse God’s plan to allow a grave injustice that He might graciously justify His people.Luke 23:1-25

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13110923 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1526 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThree trials of Jesus occur in our passage from Luke this week. Each more sad than the one before. Any of these could set him free. Accusations are made of Jesus, but his innocence looms brightly.It’s these trials and accusations that shine a light on our guilt vs his innocence. We begin to glimpse God’s plan to allow a grave injustice that He might graciously justify His people.Luke 23:1-25 Sermon: Jesus is the Lord Even When... Sermon: Jesus is the Lord Even When... After Jesus’ arrest, he’s taken to meet with the religious leaders. He ends up denied and abandoned by a close friend, beaten, blasphemed, and berated by those guarding him, and convicted for blasphemy. The sequence of events was not only heartbreaking, but it was also prophecy-fulfilling. The very lies people told about Jesus only confirmed that he is, in fact, the all-powerful Lord.

Luke 22.54-71

]]> After Jesus’ arrest, he’s taken to meet with the religious leaders. He ends up denied and abandoned by a close friend, beaten, blasphemed, and berated by those guarding him, and convicted for blasphemy. The sequence of events was not only heartbreaking, but it was also prophecy-fulfilling. The very lies people told about Jesus only confirmed that he is, in fact, the all-powerful Lord.

Luke 22.54-71

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13068472 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2195 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter Jesus’ arrest, he’s taken to meet with the religious leaders. He ends up denied and abandoned by a close friend, beaten, blasphemed, and berated by those guarding him, and convicted for blasphemy. The sequence of events was not only heartbreaking, but it was also prophecy-fulfilling. The very lies people told about Jesus only confirmed that he is, in fact, the all-powerful Lord. Luke 22.54-71 Sermon: Sovereignty in the Dark Sermon: Sovereignty in the Dark It was a dark and dreary night when the darkest of sins was committed against the Light, the Son of Man, Jesus, the Son of God. Judas reveals himself as the disciple who was to betray Jesus, Peter pulls out a sword in a heated moment of violence, and Jesus willingly walks off into the night with those who hate him most. Where was God in the darkness? He was where He always is, in control. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

]]> It was a dark and dreary night when the darkest of sins was committed against the Light, the Son of Man, Jesus, the Son of God. Judas reveals himself as the disciple who was to betray Jesus, Peter pulls out a sword in a heated moment of violence, and Jesus willingly walks off into the night with those who hate him most. Where was God in the darkness? He was where He always is, in control. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-13019715 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1676 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIt was a dark and dreary night when the darkest of sins was committed against the Light, the Son of Man, Jesus, the Son of God. Judas reveals himself as the disciple who was to betray Jesus, Peter pulls out a sword in a heated moment of violence, and Jesus willingly walks off into the night with those who hate him most. Where was God in the darkness? He was where He always is, in control. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. Sermon: More than An Example Sermon: More than An Example Jesus nears the time of his sacrifice on the cross. The weight of the reality of our sin is immense. Jesus turns to the Father in prayer in utter dependence as he prepares for this. In doing this, Jesus is more than just as an example to us. He is accomplishing something for us by his faithful dependence on God.

]]> Jesus nears the time of his sacrifice on the cross. The weight of the reality of our sin is immense. Jesus turns to the Father in prayer in utter dependence as he prepares for this. In doing this, Jesus is more than just as an example to us. He is accomplishing something for us by his faithful dependence on God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12975272 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1810 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus nears the time of his sacrifice on the cross. The weight of the reality of our sin is immense. Jesus turns to the Father in prayer in utter dependence as he prepares for this. In doing this, Jesus is more than just as an example to us. He is accomplishing something for us by his faithful dependence on God. Update: June Update: June Listen for an update on Seven Mile Melrose this month!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12957839 Wed, 31 May 2023 23:00:00 -0400 968 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an update on Seven Mile Melrose this month! Sermon: Lacking Everything and Nothing Sermon: Lacking Everything and Nothing In his last meal with his disciples, Jesus redefines greatness, teaching that greatness is about serving others. Then he invites his disciples into a life of greatness ... a life leading in his kingdom in his ways. Yet, the disciples continue to ask the wrong questions, say the wrong things, and make promises they just can’t keep. They seem to lack everything needed to be great, but we’ll find that they really lack nothing (not a single thing!) because they have Jesus.

]]> In his last meal with his disciples, Jesus redefines greatness, teaching that greatness is about serving others. Then he invites his disciples into a life of greatness ... a life leading in his kingdom in his ways. Yet, the disciples continue to ask the wrong questions, say the wrong things, and make promises they just can’t keep. They seem to lack everything needed to be great, but we’ll find that they really lack nothing (not a single thing!) because they have Jesus.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12891331 Sun, 21 May 2023 19:00:00 -0400 1890 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn his last meal with his disciples, Jesus redefines greatness, teaching that greatness is about serving others. Then he invites his disciples into a life of greatness ... a life leading in his kingdom in his ways. Yet, the disciples continue to ask the wrong questions, say the wrong things, and make promises they just can’t keep. They seem to lack everything needed to be great, but we’ll find that they really lack nothing (not a single thing!) because they have Jesus. Sermon: Marked By A Meal Sermon: Marked By A Meal Who am I? With whom do I belong?
We often answer this question through our clothing, calendars, and who we spend time with.
In Luke 22:7-20, Jesus commands his disciples to begin a new practice of eating a simple meal of bread and wine together.
As followers of Jesus, he marks our identity and belonging through this meal.

]]> Who am I? With whom do I belong?
We often answer this question through our clothing, calendars, and who we spend time with.
In Luke 22:7-20, Jesus commands his disciples to begin a new practice of eating a simple meal of bread and wine together.
As followers of Jesus, he marks our identity and belonging through this meal.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12851551 Sun, 14 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 682 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho am I? With whom do I belong? We often answer this question through our clothing, calendars, and who we spend time with. In Luke 22:7-20, Jesus commands his disciples to begin a new practice of eating a simple meal of bread and wine together. As followers of Jesus, he marks our identity and belonging through this meal. Sermon: Choosing Death Over Deliverance Sermon: Choosing Death Over Deliverance Trapped between a desire to kill Jesus and their fear of the crowds finding out what they are doing, the chief priests are desperate and out of options. At a time when they should be celebrating God's deliverance, a plan develops to kill the Deliverer ... as Judas offers to betray Jesus.

Luke 22.1-6

]]> Trapped between a desire to kill Jesus and their fear of the crowds finding out what they are doing, the chief priests are desperate and out of options. At a time when they should be celebrating God's deliverance, a plan develops to kill the Deliverer ... as Judas offers to betray Jesus.

Luke 22.1-6

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12800172 Sun, 07 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1937 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgTrapped between a desire to kill Jesus and their fear of the crowds finding out what they are doing, the chief priests are desperate and out of options. At a time when they should be celebrating God's deliverance, a plan develops to kill the Deliverer ... as Judas offers to betray Jesus. Luke 22.1-6 Update: May Update: May In this update we talk about what mission living means to us at Seven Mile Road and some great things happening this month in the life of the church. 

]]> In this update we talk about what mission living means to us at Seven Mile Road and some great things happening this month in the life of the church. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12780231 Wed, 03 May 2023 19:00:00 -0400 1211 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this update we talk about what mission living means to us at Seven Mile Road and some great things happening this month in the life of the church.  Sermon: Watch for Weighty Traps Sermon: Watch for Weighty Traps Life is weighty. Whether it’s the pressure of money, the strain of relationships, or the disappointment of unfulfilled ambitions, we feel the weight of life.Typically, we either cope by distraction from or obsession with these life concerns.Jesus warns that our typical responses actually do weigh us down, but deep dependence on Jesus keeps us from missing His kingdom.

Luke 21:29-36

]]> Life is weighty. Whether it’s the pressure of money, the strain of relationships, or the disappointment of unfulfilled ambitions, we feel the weight of life.Typically, we either cope by distraction from or obsession with these life concerns.Jesus warns that our typical responses actually do weigh us down, but deep dependence on Jesus keeps us from missing His kingdom.

Luke 21:29-36

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12768219 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1725 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLife is weighty. Whether it’s the pressure of money, the strain of relationships, or the disappointment of unfulfilled ambitions, we feel the weight of life.Typically, we either cope by distraction from or obsession with these life concerns.Jesus warns that our typical responses actually do weigh us down, but deep dependence on Jesus keeps us from missing His kingdom. Luke 21:29-36 Sermon: The Nearness of Redemption Sermon: The Nearness of Redemption Luke 21.20-28

People, places and events we look forward to often feel so far away until they're right in front of us. Far too often same is true when it comes to Jesus and us. We have heard Jesus' words that he's coming back, but what does that mean? This question is not new today but has been true for millennia. This week we'll hear Jesus explain that redemption will not always seem far off. In fact, redemption will be near.

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People, places and events we look forward to often feel so far away until they're right in front of us. Far too often same is true when it comes to Jesus and us. We have heard Jesus' words that he's coming back, but what does that mean? This question is not new today but has been true for millennia. This week we'll hear Jesus explain that redemption will not always seem far off. In fact, redemption will be near.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12720438 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1665 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLuke 21.20-28 People, places and events we look forward to often feel so far away until they're right in front of us. Far too often same is true when it comes to Jesus and us. We have heard Jesus' words that he's coming back, but what does that mean? This question is not new today but has been true for millennia. This week we'll hear Jesus explain that redemption will not always seem far off. In fact, redemption will be near. Sermon: Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain Sermon: Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain With every headline, in so many conversations, we see the fear and anxiety created by our uncertain times. The horrible realities of war, hunger, disease, and disaster. What are we to think? What are we to do? Is there no hope in this business of life? The opposite in fact, there is every hope. Better yet, in Christ there is everything to gain. We aren’t deceived, we don’t fear, we don’t worry, because in Christ we gain our very lives through the worst of things.   Luke 21:5-19

]]> With every headline, in so many conversations, we see the fear and anxiety created by our uncertain times. The horrible realities of war, hunger, disease, and disaster. What are we to think? What are we to do? Is there no hope in this business of life? The opposite in fact, there is every hope. Better yet, in Christ there is everything to gain. We aren’t deceived, we don’t fear, we don’t worry, because in Christ we gain our very lives through the worst of things.   Luke 21:5-19

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12675799 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1692 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWith every headline, in so many conversations, we see the fear and anxiety created by our uncertain times. The horrible realities of war, hunger, disease, and disaster. What are we to think? What are we to do? Is there no hope in this business of life? The opposite in fact, there is every hope. Better yet, in Christ there is everything to gain. We aren’t deceived, we don’t fear, we don’t worry, because in Christ we gain our very lives through the worst of things.   Luke 21:5-19 Sermon: Remember the Resurrection Sermon: Remember the Resurrection  On the Sunday following Jesus' death, a group of women shows up at his tomb to anoint his body. Upon arrival, they found the tomb open and empty, before being told to remember by two angels. They are to remember Jesus' own words about his life, death, and resurrection. As they remember, these women respond to this good news that death could not hold Jesus and begin sharing it with others.

]]>  On the Sunday following Jesus' death, a group of women shows up at his tomb to anoint his body. Upon arrival, they found the tomb open and empty, before being told to remember by two angels. They are to remember Jesus' own words about his life, death, and resurrection. As they remember, these women respond to this good news that death could not hold Jesus and begin sharing it with others.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12620670 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1249 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org On the Sunday following Jesus' death, a group of women shows up at his tomb to anoint his body. Upon arrival, they found the tomb open and empty, before being told to remember by two angels. They are to remember Jesus' own words about his life, death, and resurrection. As they remember, these women respond to this good news that death could not hold Jesus and begin sharing it with others. Update: April Update: April Listen to a quick update on all things Seven Mile in April!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12595624 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1036 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to a quick update on all things Seven Mile in April! Sermon: Beware the Scribes, See the Widow Sermon: Beware the Scribes, See the Widow Jesus turns from his conflicts with Temple authorities to warn his disciples: Beware of Living like the Scribes. The scribes want to be first, to be publicly recognized and honored. They willingly harm those most in need of support to advance themselves. Jesus then tells his disciples to pay attention to the widow. Her poverty was not a barrier to honoring God. Her generosity revealed her deepest love: God. This Sunday, we will hear from God’s Word and see that Jesus looks beyond appearances to reveal our deepest love - and that he does this to free us to love God and our neighbors.

]]> Jesus turns from his conflicts with Temple authorities to warn his disciples: Beware of Living like the Scribes. The scribes want to be first, to be publicly recognized and honored. They willingly harm those most in need of support to advance themselves. Jesus then tells his disciples to pay attention to the widow. Her poverty was not a barrier to honoring God. Her generosity revealed her deepest love: God. This Sunday, we will hear from God’s Word and see that Jesus looks beyond appearances to reveal our deepest love - and that he does this to free us to love God and our neighbors.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12586156 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1640 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus turns from his conflicts with Temple authorities to warn his disciples: Beware of Living like the Scribes. The scribes want to be first, to be publicly recognized and honored. They willingly harm those most in need of support to advance themselves. Jesus then tells his disciples to pay attention to the widow. Her poverty was not a barrier to honoring God. Her generosity revealed her deepest love: God. This Sunday, we will hear from God’s Word and see that Jesus looks beyond appearances to reveal our deepest love - and that he does this to free us to love God and our neighbors. Sermon: A Son or A Lord? Sermon: A Son or A Lord? Identity brings many things into focus. Knowing who someone is gives context and helps you to know how to interpret intentions and behavior.

Jesus turns the table from the last few stories in the Gospel of Luke and begins asking the religious leaders questions. He is on the offensive asking important questions about the identity of the Jewish Messiah.

No question is more important than asking, how the Messiah could be both David’s son & David’s Lord?

Luke 20:41-44

]]> Identity brings many things into focus. Knowing who someone is gives context and helps you to know how to interpret intentions and behavior.

Jesus turns the table from the last few stories in the Gospel of Luke and begins asking the religious leaders questions. He is on the offensive asking important questions about the identity of the Jewish Messiah.

No question is more important than asking, how the Messiah could be both David’s son & David’s Lord?

Luke 20:41-44

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12529642 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2089 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIdentity brings many things into focus. Knowing who someone is gives context and helps you to know how to interpret intentions and behavior. Jesus turns the table from the last few stories in the Gospel of Luke and begins asking the religious leaders questions. He is on the offensive asking important questions about the identity of the Jewish Messiah. No question is more important than asking, how the Messiah could be both David’s son & David’s Lord? Luke 20:41-44 Sermon: A Certain Hope Sermon: A Certain Hope For a third time, Jesus faces opposition in the Temple seeking to challenge his authority. This time it is the Sadducees bringing a question about marriage and the resurrection with the goal of discrediting Jesus. Again, Jesus avoids the trap and proves from the scriptures that resurrection is real and hope is certain.
Luke 20.27-40

]]> For a third time, Jesus faces opposition in the Temple seeking to challenge his authority. This time it is the Sadducees bringing a question about marriage and the resurrection with the goal of discrediting Jesus. Again, Jesus avoids the trap and proves from the scriptures that resurrection is real and hope is certain.
Luke 20.27-40

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12476713 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1878 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgFor a third time, Jesus faces opposition in the Temple seeking to challenge his authority. This time it is the Sadducees bringing a question about marriage and the resurrection with the goal of discrediting Jesus. Again, Jesus avoids the trap and proves from the scriptures that resurrection is real and hope is certain. Luke 20.27-40 Sermon: Honoring God's Authority Sermon: Honoring God's Authority Jesus’ popularity and presence in the Temple threatened the Temple leaders, the scribes and the priests. They feared losing their position, status, and power to Jesus.

They withdraw and send spies to try and trap Jesus. Their methods reveal their motivation to remove Jesus; they want another king to worship.

This Sunday, we will look at Luke 20:19-26 and see that the way we accomplish something matters, even if its a good goal, even if its a God-goal.

The methods we choose reveal the king we worship.

]]> Jesus’ popularity and presence in the Temple threatened the Temple leaders, the scribes and the priests. They feared losing their position, status, and power to Jesus.

They withdraw and send spies to try and trap Jesus. Their methods reveal their motivation to remove Jesus; they want another king to worship.

This Sunday, we will look at Luke 20:19-26 and see that the way we accomplish something matters, even if its a good goal, even if its a God-goal.

The methods we choose reveal the king we worship.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12426835 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1989 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus’ popularity and presence in the Temple threatened the Temple leaders, the scribes and the priests. They feared losing their position, status, and power to Jesus. They withdraw and send spies to try and trap Jesus. Their methods reveal their motivation to remove Jesus; they want another king to worship. This Sunday, we will look at Luke 20:19-26 and see that the way we accomplish something matters, even if its a good goal, even if its a God-goal. The methods we choose reveal the king we worship. Sermon: The Landlord's Son Sermon: The Landlord's Son Knock, knock. Who’s there? The Landlord. The Landlord, who? Precisely. Israel knew they were God’s possession, that they were the people made for His good pleasure, and yet throughout their long history they continually turned away from Him and rejected those who were sent to call them back to Him. Through their actions they denied God as their loving Landlord, and because of this they incurred His just judgement. This Sunday we see in Israel’s history our own, and the same heir of the Landlord that was offered to Israel is offered to us.

]]> Knock, knock. Who’s there? The Landlord. The Landlord, who? Precisely. Israel knew they were God’s possession, that they were the people made for His good pleasure, and yet throughout their long history they continually turned away from Him and rejected those who were sent to call them back to Him. Through their actions they denied God as their loving Landlord, and because of this they incurred His just judgement. This Sunday we see in Israel’s history our own, and the same heir of the Landlord that was offered to Israel is offered to us.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12383924 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1683 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgKnock, knock. Who’s there? The Landlord. The Landlord, who? Precisely. Israel knew they were God’s possession, that they were the people made for His good pleasure, and yet throughout their long history they continually turned away from Him and rejected those who were sent to call them back to Him. Through their actions they denied God as their loving Landlord, and because of this they incurred His just judgement. This Sunday we see in Israel’s history our own, and the same heir of the Landlord that was offered to Israel is offered to us. Update: March Update: March Listen to an update on the life of Seven Mile Melrose for March 2023.

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12363532 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0500 1046 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to an update on the life of Seven Mile Melrose for March 2023. Sermon: Authority in Action Sermon: Authority in Action Jesus goes to the temple in Jerusalem and acts as a prophet decrying the misuse of the place. Then with teaching and action depicts a new and better worship of God.To challenge a national identity and to call everyone back to God begs the question of what right does one have to do this? Who has the right to command belief? Who can transcend ethnicity and rivalry in authority? How does all this relate to us?

Luke 19:45-20:8

]]> Jesus goes to the temple in Jerusalem and acts as a prophet decrying the misuse of the place. Then with teaching and action depicts a new and better worship of God.To challenge a national identity and to call everyone back to God begs the question of what right does one have to do this? Who has the right to command belief? Who can transcend ethnicity and rivalry in authority? How does all this relate to us?

Luke 19:45-20:8

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12336566 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1707 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus goes to the temple in Jerusalem and acts as a prophet decrying the misuse of the place. Then with teaching and action depicts a new and better worship of God.To challenge a national identity and to call everyone back to God begs the question of what right does one have to do this? Who has the right to command belief? Who can transcend ethnicity and rivalry in authority? How does all this relate to us? Luke 19:45-20:8 Sermon: Seeing the King Sermon: Seeing the King As Jesus approaches Jerusalem, everything is pointing toward him being King. Everything. He’s in control. His donkey is brand new. The crowd is cheering. The King is here, and just when you’d think everyone should be excited ... we find out that what is plain to some is hidden from others.

]]> As Jesus approaches Jerusalem, everything is pointing toward him being King. Everything. He’s in control. His donkey is brand new. The crowd is cheering. The King is here, and just when you’d think everyone should be excited ... we find out that what is plain to some is hidden from others.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12286103 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1960 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Jesus approaches Jerusalem, everything is pointing toward him being King. Everything. He’s in control. His donkey is brand new. The crowd is cheering. The King is here, and just when you’d think everyone should be excited ... we find out that what is plain to some is hidden from others. Sermon: Free To Be Faithful Sermon: Free To Be Faithful As Jesus continues moving towards Jerusalem and questions increase concerning when the Kingdom of God will appear, Jesus tells a parable about servants being faithful to their task (or not!) when their master is away. As the master returns, we see that faithfulness matters and that a servant’s action reveals the heart.

]]> As Jesus continues moving towards Jerusalem and questions increase concerning when the Kingdom of God will appear, Jesus tells a parable about servants being faithful to their task (or not!) when their master is away. As the master returns, we see that faithfulness matters and that a servant’s action reveals the heart.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12244722 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1905 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Jesus continues moving towards Jerusalem and questions increase concerning when the Kingdom of God will appear, Jesus tells a parable about servants being faithful to their task (or not!) when their master is away. As the master returns, we see that faithfulness matters and that a servant’s action reveals the heart. Sermon: Who is Seeking Whom? Sermon: Who is Seeking Whom? As Zacchaeus, a rich tax collector, looks for Jesus, he finds that Jesus is the one looking for him. Even more, Jesus finds Zacchaeus, who is immediately transformed. As others grumble that Jesus would associate with someone like Zacchaeus, Jesus reveals his primary mission: to seek and save the lost.

]]> As Zacchaeus, a rich tax collector, looks for Jesus, he finds that Jesus is the one looking for him. Even more, Jesus finds Zacchaeus, who is immediately transformed. As others grumble that Jesus would associate with someone like Zacchaeus, Jesus reveals his primary mission: to seek and save the lost.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12193682 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1967 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Zacchaeus, a rich tax collector, looks for Jesus, he finds that Jesus is the one looking for him. Even more, Jesus finds Zacchaeus, who is immediately transformed. As others grumble that Jesus would associate with someone like Zacchaeus, Jesus reveals his primary mission: to seek and save the lost. Update: February Update: February Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12171480 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 792 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Blind and Needing Mercy Sermon: Blind and Needing Mercy We can’t seem to see it. Our own sinful faults in our life, don’t show up for us -except occasionally in the periphery. Jesus performs his last miracle healing in Luke. With this he brings into focus our initial blindness to sin. This also is the model for dealing with our on-going sinfulness while on the path of growing in holiness & humility.Text: Luke 18:35-43

]]> We can’t seem to see it. Our own sinful faults in our life, don’t show up for us -except occasionally in the periphery. Jesus performs his last miracle healing in Luke. With this he brings into focus our initial blindness to sin. This also is the model for dealing with our on-going sinfulness while on the path of growing in holiness & humility.Text: Luke 18:35-43

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12157534 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1798 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe can’t seem to see it. Our own sinful faults in our life, don’t show up for us -except occasionally in the periphery. Jesus performs his last miracle healing in Luke. With this he brings into focus our initial blindness to sin. This also is the model for dealing with our on-going sinfulness while on the path of growing in holiness & humility.Text: Luke 18:35-43 Sermon: Following Jesus Through Suffering Sermon: Following Jesus Through Suffering Suffering. Mocked. Whipped. Murdered. Raised Up.

This is the sequence of experiences that Jesus tells his 12 disciples is coming for him in Jerusalem.

They do not understand what he is saying. They will not understand until he goes through suffering and death and is resurrected. Then, the resurrected Son of Man by the Spirit makes them understand his Gospel.

We also need the Spirit of God to open our eyes in faith to see the cross, death, and resurrection of Jesus as our glory and not shame, our victory not defeat, our hope not vanity and meaninglessness.

Those who follow Jesus willingly choose to align with him and his kingdom, even if the result is being shamed by friends, mocked by co-workers, or rejected by family.

]]> Suffering. Mocked. Whipped. Murdered. Raised Up.

This is the sequence of experiences that Jesus tells his 12 disciples is coming for him in Jerusalem.

They do not understand what he is saying. They will not understand until he goes through suffering and death and is resurrected. Then, the resurrected Son of Man by the Spirit makes them understand his Gospel.

We also need the Spirit of God to open our eyes in faith to see the cross, death, and resurrection of Jesus as our glory and not shame, our victory not defeat, our hope not vanity and meaninglessness.

Those who follow Jesus willingly choose to align with him and his kingdom, even if the result is being shamed by friends, mocked by co-workers, or rejected by family.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12103776 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1728 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSuffering. Mocked. Whipped. Murdered. Raised Up. This is the sequence of experiences that Jesus tells his 12 disciples is coming for him in Jerusalem. They do not understand what he is saying. They will not understand until he goes through suffering and death and is resurrected. Then, the resurrected Son of Man by the Spirit makes them understand his Gospel. We also need the Spirit of God to open our eyes in faith to see the cross, death, and resurrection of Jesus as our glory and not shame, our victory not defeat, our hope not vanity and meaninglessness. Those who follow Jesus willingly choose to align with him and his kingdom, even if the result is being shamed by friends, mocked by co-workers, or rejected by family. Sermon: Follow Me Sermon: Follow Me Luke 18:18-30

How many of us are ready to do the impossible? The answer is “none,” because that is what it means for something to be impossible. That's bad news if what we really need most is that which is impossible for us to get. Well what about God? Now we are getting somewhere. What is impossible for us to do, all that which is most important, is possible for God. He does the impossible all the time, and that is our hope. In Luke 18 we encounter two contrasting responses to Christ's command to "follow me," a seemingly impossible command, but one that garners eternal life. We see that what man cannot do, namely inherit eternal life, God can do, and He has done that on our behalf by sending Jesus Christ. 

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How many of us are ready to do the impossible? The answer is “none,” because that is what it means for something to be impossible. That's bad news if what we really need most is that which is impossible for us to get. Well what about God? Now we are getting somewhere. What is impossible for us to do, all that which is most important, is possible for God. He does the impossible all the time, and that is our hope. In Luke 18 we encounter two contrasting responses to Christ's command to "follow me," a seemingly impossible command, but one that garners eternal life. We see that what man cannot do, namely inherit eternal life, God can do, and He has done that on our behalf by sending Jesus Christ. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12054270 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1740 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLuke 18:18-30 How many of us are ready to do the impossible? The answer is “none,” because that is what it means for something to be impossible. That's bad news if what we really need most is that which is impossible for us to get. Well what about God? Now we are getting somewhere. What is impossible for us to do, all that which is most important, is possible for God. He does the impossible all the time, and that is our hope. In Luke 18 we encounter two contrasting responses to Christ's command to "follow me," a seemingly impossible command, but one that garners eternal life. We see that what man cannot do, namely inherit eternal life, God can do, and He has done that on our behalf by sending Jesus Christ.  Sermon: Who Is the Hero? Sermon: Who Is the Hero? Luke 18.9-17
As we return to our series in the gospel of Luke, we will hear Jesus’ story about the prayers of two men, one very religious and one very guilty. As they pray, their hearts and sources of hope for acceptance by God become clear, and God’s glorious love for people, especially when they haven’t earned it, is even more evident.

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As we return to our series in the gospel of Luke, we will hear Jesus’ story about the prayers of two men, one very religious and one very guilty. As they pray, their hearts and sources of hope for acceptance by God become clear, and God’s glorious love for people, especially when they haven’t earned it, is even more evident.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-12008810 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1894 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLuke 18.9-17 As we return to our series in the gospel of Luke, we will hear Jesus’ story about the prayers of two men, one very religious and one very guilty. As they pray, their hearts and sources of hope for acceptance by God become clear, and God’s glorious love for people, especially when they haven’t earned it, is even more evident. Update: January Update: January Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11980400 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 17:00:00 -0500 650 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: He's Actually Here! Sermon: He's Actually Here! Jesus was born, but he wasn’t born where you’d think a prince would be. It was the opposite: he was born where animals live and then placed in a feeding trough. Though shocking, this was also perfect and fitting. The King is actually here … He’s here for us.

]]> Jesus was born, but he wasn’t born where you’d think a prince would be. It was the opposite: he was born where animals live and then placed in a feeding trough. Though shocking, this was also perfect and fitting. The King is actually here … He’s here for us.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11970239 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 869 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus was born, but he wasn’t born where you’d think a prince would be. It was the opposite: he was born where animals live and then placed in a feeding trough. Though shocking, this was also perfect and fitting. The King is actually here … He’s here for us. Sermon: Born A Child and Yet A King Sermon: Born A Child and Yet A King Having been fooled by the wise men after they found baby Jesus, an angry King Herod seeks to find Jesus for himself. Herod, however, is looking to kill Jesus … not worship him. Born a child but yet a king, Jesus is humble in appearance and seemingly at risk. As we read, we’ll see that God is fulfilling his promises even in the earliest days of Jesus’ life and that he (and his kingdom) prove to be unstoppable.

]]> Having been fooled by the wise men after they found baby Jesus, an angry King Herod seeks to find Jesus for himself. Herod, however, is looking to kill Jesus … not worship him. Born a child but yet a king, Jesus is humble in appearance and seemingly at risk. As we read, we’ll see that God is fulfilling his promises even in the earliest days of Jesus’ life and that he (and his kingdom) prove to be unstoppable.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11898035 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1660 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHaving been fooled by the wise men after they found baby Jesus, an angry King Herod seeks to find Jesus for himself. Herod, however, is looking to kill Jesus … not worship him. Born a child but yet a king, Jesus is humble in appearance and seemingly at risk. As we read, we’ll see that God is fulfilling his promises even in the earliest days of Jesus’ life and that he (and his kingdom) prove to be unstoppable. Sermon: Jesus is Born King Sermon: Jesus is Born King Jesus was born to be king over every nation, kingdom, and people - including you and me.The wise men traveled long distances to find the creation-revealed king born in Judea.After receiving the prophetic word for his birth in Bethlehem, they bow down and honor Jesus as king.Christmas is about believing and witnessing the arrival of Jesus, God’s King, for all people.But it’s not just about that - Christmas is also about rejoicing in the king and his kingdom.

All glory be to Christ,
His rule and reign we’ll ever sing

]]> Jesus was born to be king over every nation, kingdom, and people - including you and me.The wise men traveled long distances to find the creation-revealed king born in Judea.After receiving the prophetic word for his birth in Bethlehem, they bow down and honor Jesus as king.Christmas is about believing and witnessing the arrival of Jesus, God’s King, for all people.But it’s not just about that - Christmas is also about rejoicing in the king and his kingdom.

All glory be to Christ,
His rule and reign we’ll ever sing

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11855725 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1715 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus was born to be king over every nation, kingdom, and people - including you and me.The wise men traveled long distances to find the creation-revealed king born in Judea.After receiving the prophetic word for his birth in Bethlehem, they bow down and honor Jesus as king.Christmas is about believing and witnessing the arrival of Jesus, God’s King, for all people.But it’s not just about that - Christmas is also about rejoicing in the king and his kingdom. All glory be to Christ, His rule and reign we’ll ever sing Sermon: A Christmas Story Sermon: A Christmas Story We say “merry Christmas,” our British friends say “happy Christmas,” but why be either? What is it about Christmas that is supposed to make us so merry, happy, nicer (!), down right joyful? The answer, for the hope filled Christian in December, is the gospel. The gospel is why we are merry, why we are happy; the gospel is where our joy comes from. It is precisely this good news that was proclaimed by angels; that a baby was born in Bethlehem, and that the baby was Christ the King, God’s Son, Jesus. O come Ye Merry on Sunday as we work through the Christmas story, as told in the book of Matthew. O come Ye Merry and behold the wonder of the birth of the promised child, the Savior.

]]> We say “merry Christmas,” our British friends say “happy Christmas,” but why be either? What is it about Christmas that is supposed to make us so merry, happy, nicer (!), down right joyful? The answer, for the hope filled Christian in December, is the gospel. The gospel is why we are merry, why we are happy; the gospel is where our joy comes from. It is precisely this good news that was proclaimed by angels; that a baby was born in Bethlehem, and that the baby was Christ the King, God’s Son, Jesus. O come Ye Merry on Sunday as we work through the Christmas story, as told in the book of Matthew. O come Ye Merry and behold the wonder of the birth of the promised child, the Savior.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11815193 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1709 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe say “merry Christmas,” our British friends say “happy Christmas,” but why be either? What is it about Christmas that is supposed to make us so merry, happy, nicer (!), down right joyful? The answer, for the hope filled Christian in December, is the gospel. The gospel is why we are merry, why we are happy; the gospel is where our joy comes from. It is precisely this good news that was proclaimed by angels; that a baby was born in Bethlehem, and that the baby was Christ the King, God’s Son, Jesus. O come Ye Merry on Sunday as we work through the Christmas story, as told in the book of Matthew. O come Ye Merry and behold the wonder of the birth of the promised child, the Savior. Update: December Update: December Listen to a 14 minute update for what's happening at Seven Mile Melrose this advent season.

]]> Listen to a 14 minute update for what's happening at Seven Mile Melrose this advent season.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11799029 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 18:00:00 -0500 853 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen to a 14 minute update for what's happening at Seven Mile Melrose this advent season. Sermon: Jesus’ Family Tree Sermon: Jesus’ Family Tree Have you ever looked at the genealogies (or family trees) in the Bible and wondered what to make of them? We will begin our Advent sermon series, *Fulfilled: The Arrival of Jesus,* this Sunday, by looking at Jesus’ family tree in Matthew 1.1-17. We’ll see that God’s mission moves through even the most messy and mangled family tree.

]]> Have you ever looked at the genealogies (or family trees) in the Bible and wondered what to make of them? We will begin our Advent sermon series, *Fulfilled: The Arrival of Jesus,* this Sunday, by looking at Jesus’ family tree in Matthew 1.1-17. We’ll see that God’s mission moves through even the most messy and mangled family tree.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11774384 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1790 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHave you ever looked at the genealogies (or family trees) in the Bible and wondered what to make of them? We will begin our Advent sermon series, *Fulfilled: The Arrival of Jesus,* this Sunday, by looking at Jesus’ family tree in Matthew 1.1-17. We’ll see that God’s mission moves through even the most messy and mangled family tree. Sermon and Testimonies: Always Thankful Sermon and Testimonies: Always Thankful As we gather for worship on this Sunday before Thanksgiving, we’ll hear God’s word in Psalm 100: “Know that the Lord, he is God! It is he who made us and we are his; we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.” Then, we will hear specific ways that God has been merciful, kind, and gracious to our church over the past year.


]]> As we gather for worship on this Sunday before Thanksgiving, we’ll hear God’s word in Psalm 100: “Know that the Lord, he is God! It is he who made us and we are his; we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.” Then, we will hear specific ways that God has been merciful, kind, and gracious to our church over the past year.


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11736867 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2342 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we gather for worship on this Sunday before Thanksgiving, we’ll hear God’s word in Psalm 100: “Know that the Lord, he is God! It is he who made us and we are his; we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.” Then, we will hear specific ways that God has been merciful, kind, and gracious to our church over the past year. Sermon: Don't Lose Heart...Pray Sermon: Don't Lose Heart...Pray In the face of frequent injustices in our world and even brokenness in our relationships, we get a vivid parable from Jesus that relates to us. This story presents prayer as the faith-filled antidote for these times we are in -as we await the return of Jesus.Luke 18:1-8

]]> In the face of frequent injustices in our world and even brokenness in our relationships, we get a vivid parable from Jesus that relates to us. This story presents prayer as the faith-filled antidote for these times we are in -as we await the return of Jesus.Luke 18:1-8

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11691224 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1822 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn the face of frequent injustices in our world and even brokenness in our relationships, we get a vivid parable from Jesus that relates to us. This story presents prayer as the faith-filled antidote for these times we are in -as we await the return of Jesus.Luke 18:1-8 Sermon: Look at Jesus Sermon: Look at Jesus After healing ten lepers, Jesus speaks to two groups of people regarding when the Kingdom of God will come. One group was very religious and expected God’s kingdom to come with great signs and visibility. Another group, Jesus’s own disciples, were concerned with timetable and prone to look all over for the kingdom. As we hear the story this week, we’ll see that there’s one answer for both groups of people: Look at Jesus!
Luke 17.20-37

]]> After healing ten lepers, Jesus speaks to two groups of people regarding when the Kingdom of God will come. One group was very religious and expected God’s kingdom to come with great signs and visibility. Another group, Jesus’s own disciples, were concerned with timetable and prone to look all over for the kingdom. As we hear the story this week, we’ll see that there’s one answer for both groups of people: Look at Jesus!
Luke 17.20-37

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11646860 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 784 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter healing ten lepers, Jesus speaks to two groups of people regarding when the Kingdom of God will come. One group was very religious and expected God’s kingdom to come with great signs and visibility. Another group, Jesus’s own disciples, were concerned with timetable and prone to look all over for the kingdom. As we hear the story this week, we’ll see that there’s one answer for both groups of people: Look at Jesus! Luke 17.20-37 Update: November Update: November Listen for an update on what to expect during Turkey Month at Seven Mile Melrose!

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11628179 Thu, 03 Nov 2022 23:00:00 -0400 844 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an update on what to expect during Turkey Month at Seven Mile Melrose! Sermon: Thankful or Not? Responding to the Mercy of Jesus Sermon: Thankful or Not? Responding to the Mercy of Jesus As we have been preaching through the book of Luke, we have seen many different responses to Jesus: wonder, fear, anger, devotion, and opposition.In Luke 17:11-17, we will see Jesus giving mercy to 10 men without qualification. Interestingly, only one of the ten men returns to praise God and give thanks to Jesus.This passage will challenge us to have missional optimism and also remind us to continually remember how Jesus has brought us near him by his mercy, not our own qualifications.

]]> As we have been preaching through the book of Luke, we have seen many different responses to Jesus: wonder, fear, anger, devotion, and opposition.In Luke 17:11-17, we will see Jesus giving mercy to 10 men without qualification. Interestingly, only one of the ten men returns to praise God and give thanks to Jesus.This passage will challenge us to have missional optimism and also remind us to continually remember how Jesus has brought us near him by his mercy, not our own qualifications.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11600278 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1691 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we have been preaching through the book of Luke, we have seen many different responses to Jesus: wonder, fear, anger, devotion, and opposition.In Luke 17:11-17, we will see Jesus giving mercy to 10 men without qualification. Interestingly, only one of the ten men returns to praise God and give thanks to Jesus.This passage will challenge us to have missional optimism and also remind us to continually remember how Jesus has brought us near him by his mercy, not our own qualifications. Sermon: What Every Disciple Needs to Know Sermon: What Every Disciple Needs to Know Jesus huddles up his disciples and gives them four key instructions. These are essential., pragmatic, and reality-based instructions on being a disciple of Jesus.These words have been preserved for us, so they can be passed right on down to us today. This Sunday we will make sure we hear these and understand their pertinence to us. The outcome of knowing these things will be preparation for daily obedience as one of Jesus’ disciples.

Luke 17:1-10

]]> Jesus huddles up his disciples and gives them four key instructions. These are essential., pragmatic, and reality-based instructions on being a disciple of Jesus.These words have been preserved for us, so they can be passed right on down to us today. This Sunday we will make sure we hear these and understand their pertinence to us. The outcome of knowing these things will be preparation for daily obedience as one of Jesus’ disciples.

Luke 17:1-10

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11557851 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2143 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus huddles up his disciples and gives them four key instructions. These are essential., pragmatic, and reality-based instructions on being a disciple of Jesus.These words have been preserved for us, so they can be passed right on down to us today. This Sunday we will make sure we hear these and understand their pertinence to us. The outcome of knowing these things will be preparation for daily obedience as one of Jesus’ disciples. Luke 17:1-10 Sermon: A Reversal of Riches Sermon: A Reversal of Riches As Jesus continues talking with the Pharisees, he tells a story of two men, one independent, rich and unconcerned with others. The other was poor, helpless and dependent on others for everything. As the story fast forwards to the next life, Jesus warns that riches of this life are no promise of riches in the next.

Luke 16.19-31

]]> As Jesus continues talking with the Pharisees, he tells a story of two men, one independent, rich and unconcerned with others. The other was poor, helpless and dependent on others for everything. As the story fast forwards to the next life, Jesus warns that riches of this life are no promise of riches in the next.

Luke 16.19-31

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11514756 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1853 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Jesus continues talking with the Pharisees, he tells a story of two men, one independent, rich and unconcerned with others. The other was poor, helpless and dependent on others for everything. As the story fast forwards to the next life, Jesus warns that riches of this life are no promise of riches in the next. Luke 16.19-31 Sermon: A Different Standard Sermon: A Different Standard God and man have different standards. The standards that man holds to in valuing and judging the actions, deeds, and lives of others are not the same standards that God holds. Often the two are diametrically opposed, and we can find ourselves torn as we seek to live out the standards that God holds out for us in His word. This Sunday, Jesus shows us the standard by which we are to live, and explains why it matters that we adopt God's ways, as opposed to our own.

Luke 16:14-15

]]> God and man have different standards. The standards that man holds to in valuing and judging the actions, deeds, and lives of others are not the same standards that God holds. Often the two are diametrically opposed, and we can find ourselves torn as we seek to live out the standards that God holds out for us in His word. This Sunday, Jesus shows us the standard by which we are to live, and explains why it matters that we adopt God's ways, as opposed to our own.

Luke 16:14-15

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11474930 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1627 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGod and man have different standards. The standards that man holds to in valuing and judging the actions, deeds, and lives of others are not the same standards that God holds. Often the two are diametrically opposed, and we can find ourselves torn as we seek to live out the standards that God holds out for us in His word. This Sunday, Jesus shows us the standard by which we are to live, and explains why it matters that we adopt God's ways, as opposed to our own. Luke 16:14-15 Update: October Update: October Justin and Sara get you caught up on October at Seven Mile Melrose. 

]]> Justin and Sara get you caught up on October at Seven Mile Melrose. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11454148 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 22:00:00 -0400 774 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJustin and Sara get you caught up on October at Seven Mile Melrose.  Sermon: God is Gracious, so I Don’t Have to Prove Myself Sermon: God is Gracious, so I Don’t Have to Prove Myself We live in a broken world that is always comparing and measuring and evaluating and deciding what is good enough and who is good enough, so living in this world comes with pressure. Pressure to perform. Pressure to look like we have it together. Pressure to prove ourselves. We all feel it. This Sunday, we’ll see how King David lived in a similar situation. Even more, we’ll see that God is gracious, so we don’t have to prove ourselves.
2 Samuel 7.1-17, Psalm 103

]]> We live in a broken world that is always comparing and measuring and evaluating and deciding what is good enough and who is good enough, so living in this world comes with pressure. Pressure to perform. Pressure to look like we have it together. Pressure to prove ourselves. We all feel it. This Sunday, we’ll see how King David lived in a similar situation. Even more, we’ll see that God is gracious, so we don’t have to prove ourselves.
2 Samuel 7.1-17, Psalm 103

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11428809 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400 1877 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe live in a broken world that is always comparing and measuring and evaluating and deciding what is good enough and who is good enough, so living in this world comes with pressure. Pressure to perform. Pressure to look like we have it together. Pressure to prove ourselves. We all feel it. This Sunday, we’ll see how King David lived in a similar situation. Even more, we’ll see that God is gracious, so we don’t have to prove ourselves. 2 Samuel 7.1-17, Psalm 103 Sermon: God is Good, So I Don't Have to Look Elsewhere Sermon: God is Good, So I Don't Have to Look Elsewhere This is the third week in our “God is…So I…” series. When we dig into Psalm 107 and the life of David we are going to see that God is good so we don’t have to look elsewhere. Our hearts have a tendency to attach to other people, things, institutions, movements, or any created thing, for our deepest comfort, greatest satisfaction, and highest good. When our lives move through difficult seasons and circumstances, it can be hard to believe that God is good and acting for our good. Yet, the Scriptures continually point us to this truth: God’s nature is good, goodness comes from him, and we don’t have to look elsewhere.

Psalm 107

]]> This is the third week in our “God is…So I…” series. When we dig into Psalm 107 and the life of David we are going to see that God is good so we don’t have to look elsewhere. Our hearts have a tendency to attach to other people, things, institutions, movements, or any created thing, for our deepest comfort, greatest satisfaction, and highest good. When our lives move through difficult seasons and circumstances, it can be hard to believe that God is good and acting for our good. Yet, the Scriptures continually point us to this truth: God’s nature is good, goodness comes from him, and we don’t have to look elsewhere.

Psalm 107

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11386043 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1642 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis is the third week in our “God is…So I…” series. When we dig into Psalm 107 and the life of David we are going to see that God is good so we don’t have to look elsewhere. Our hearts have a tendency to attach to other people, things, institutions, movements, or any created thing, for our deepest comfort, greatest satisfaction, and highest good. When our lives move through difficult seasons and circumstances, it can be hard to believe that God is good and acting for our good. Yet, the Scriptures continually point us to this truth: God’s nature is good, goodness comes from him, and we don’t have to look elsewhere. Psalm 107 Sermon: God is Glorious, So I Don't Have to Fear Others Sermon: God is Glorious, So I Don't Have to Fear Others Whether seeking the approval of a boss, fearing rejection from family or friends or comparing ourselves to others, fear of man can show up in our lives in different ways. Maybe it’s anger or lies. Maybe it’s anxiety or something entirely different. Regardless, fear of others leads to a life controlled by others. This week, as we read Psalm 34 and hear from David’s story, we’ll see this beautiful truth: God is glorious, so I don’t have to fear others.

Psalm 34; 1 Samuel 21.10-15

]]> Whether seeking the approval of a boss, fearing rejection from family or friends or comparing ourselves to others, fear of man can show up in our lives in different ways. Maybe it’s anger or lies. Maybe it’s anxiety or something entirely different. Regardless, fear of others leads to a life controlled by others. This week, as we read Psalm 34 and hear from David’s story, we’ll see this beautiful truth: God is glorious, so I don’t have to fear others.

Psalm 34; 1 Samuel 21.10-15

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11345303 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0400 1932 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhether seeking the approval of a boss, fearing rejection from family or friends or comparing ourselves to others, fear of man can show up in our lives in different ways. Maybe it’s anger or lies. Maybe it’s anxiety or something entirely different. Regardless, fear of others leads to a life controlled by others. This week, as we read Psalm 34 and hear from David’s story, we’ll see this beautiful truth: God is glorious, so I don’t have to fear others. Psalm 34; 1 Samuel 21.10-15 Sermon: God is Great, So I Don't Have to Be in Control Sermon: God is Great, So I Don't Have to Be in Control Being in control of our lives appeals to many of us. There’s a problem, though: no matter how much we want to be in control, we just aren’t built for it. We don’t have what it takes. We spend endless time, energy, and thought trying to bring the circumstances of life under our rule, but it never works out. Rather than producing control and joy, our efforts gain anxiety, worry, and stress. This Sunday, we’ll look at the life of King David and find freedom in this good news: God is great, so I don’t have to be in control.

Psalm 27: 1-6

]]> Being in control of our lives appeals to many of us. There’s a problem, though: no matter how much we want to be in control, we just aren’t built for it. We don’t have what it takes. We spend endless time, energy, and thought trying to bring the circumstances of life under our rule, but it never works out. Rather than producing control and joy, our efforts gain anxiety, worry, and stress. This Sunday, we’ll look at the life of King David and find freedom in this good news: God is great, so I don’t have to be in control.

Psalm 27: 1-6

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11304161 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1856 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgBeing in control of our lives appeals to many of us. There’s a problem, though: no matter how much we want to be in control, we just aren’t built for it. We don’t have what it takes. We spend endless time, energy, and thought trying to bring the circumstances of life under our rule, but it never works out. Rather than producing control and joy, our efforts gain anxiety, worry, and stress. This Sunday, we’ll look at the life of King David and find freedom in this good news: God is great, so I don’t have to be in control. Psalm 27: 1-6 Update: September Update: September Listen for an update on what you need to know this month at Seven Mile Melrose.

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]]> Listen for an update on what you need to know this month at Seven Mile Melrose.

Click here to register for Theology for Everyone class:
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]]> Buzzsprout-11274258 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0400 1055 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an update on what you need to know this month at Seven Mile Melrose. Click here to register for Theology for Everyone class: https://sevenmileroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/428972 Click here to register for Shaped By Scripture track: https://sevenmileroad.churchcenter.com/people/forms/428959 Sermon: The Prodigal Son Sermon: The Prodigal Son All of Scripture is God breathed, it is true, but through the ages the parable of the prodigal son has stayed minty fresh. If you want to get at the heart of God, and do so with an illustration, which is what Jesus loved to do with his parables, Luke 15:11-32 is one of the best places to go. The gospel news is a handful of historical facts related to the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; the story of the prodigal son gives us a beautiful glimpse at the heart of the God of the Gospel. The story of the prodigal son is a story of God’s heart. 

Join us on Sunday as we walk through a tale of two brothers with a joyful father.

]]> All of Scripture is God breathed, it is true, but through the ages the parable of the prodigal son has stayed minty fresh. If you want to get at the heart of God, and do so with an illustration, which is what Jesus loved to do with his parables, Luke 15:11-32 is one of the best places to go. The gospel news is a handful of historical facts related to the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; the story of the prodigal son gives us a beautiful glimpse at the heart of the God of the Gospel. The story of the prodigal son is a story of God’s heart. 

Join us on Sunday as we walk through a tale of two brothers with a joyful father.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11229772 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1825 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAll of Scripture is God breathed, it is true, but through the ages the parable of the prodigal son has stayed minty fresh. If you want to get at the heart of God, and do so with an illustration, which is what Jesus loved to do with his parables, Luke 15:11-32 is one of the best places to go. The gospel news is a handful of historical facts related to the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; the story of the prodigal son gives us a beautiful glimpse at the heart of the God of the Gospel. The story of the prodigal son is a story of God’s heart.  Join us on Sunday as we walk through a tale of two brothers with a joyful father. Sermon: Is Jesus First? Sermon: Is Jesus First? Throughout The Gospel of Luke, we've seen and heard the religious leaders miss the mark repeatedly. They've tried to earn what is free, and they've charged for things they were supposed to give away. But if they got it wrong, how are people like us standing in the crowds that don't have training or pedigree or a spotless record supposed to know what it means to follow Jesus? This Sunday, we'll hear Jesus explain what it costs to be a disciple of his. We will find that it costs us everything and is worth it.

Luke 14.25-35

]]> Throughout The Gospel of Luke, we've seen and heard the religious leaders miss the mark repeatedly. They've tried to earn what is free, and they've charged for things they were supposed to give away. But if they got it wrong, how are people like us standing in the crowds that don't have training or pedigree or a spotless record supposed to know what it means to follow Jesus? This Sunday, we'll hear Jesus explain what it costs to be a disciple of his. We will find that it costs us everything and is worth it.

Luke 14.25-35

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11178527 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1674 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThroughout The Gospel of Luke, we've seen and heard the religious leaders miss the mark repeatedly. They've tried to earn what is free, and they've charged for things they were supposed to give away. But if they got it wrong, how are people like us standing in the crowds that don't have training or pedigree or a spotless record supposed to know what it means to follow Jesus? This Sunday, we'll hear Jesus explain what it costs to be a disciple of his. We will find that it costs us everything and is worth it. Luke 14.25-35 Sermon: You're Invited :: The Great Supper Sermon: You're Invited :: The Great Supper You’re Invited: Great Supper…

Before you RSVP your first question might be, “What are they serving?” But the folks around the table are more interested in who’s invited.

Jesus tells us a story about the great supper in the age to come which is light on the menu details but pretty heavily focused on the invite list.

We’ll see what this story means for invites and excuses for a future great supper that awaits -one that requires a response from all of us.

Luke 14:15-24

]]> You’re Invited: Great Supper…

Before you RSVP your first question might be, “What are they serving?” But the folks around the table are more interested in who’s invited.

Jesus tells us a story about the great supper in the age to come which is light on the menu details but pretty heavily focused on the invite list.

We’ll see what this story means for invites and excuses for a future great supper that awaits -one that requires a response from all of us.

Luke 14:15-24

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11142349 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2267 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgYou’re Invited: Great Supper… Before you RSVP your first question might be, “What are they serving?” But the folks around the table are more interested in who’s invited. Jesus tells us a story about the great supper in the age to come which is light on the menu details but pretty heavily focused on the invite list. We’ll see what this story means for invites and excuses for a future great supper that awaits -one that requires a response from all of us. Luke 14:15-24 Sermon: How Do We Get God's Blessing? Sermon: How Do We Get God's Blessing? Jesus gets invited to a meal with some Pharisees and reveals the path to honor in a way that completely contradicts the Pharisees in the room.

We (and the Pharisees at the table) think the best way to get honor is to compete for it, and use or exclude the weak for our own gain in the process. It's a zero sum game.

Jesus provides a different pathway to hono: humility and inclusion of the weak at our own expense.

]]> Jesus gets invited to a meal with some Pharisees and reveals the path to honor in a way that completely contradicts the Pharisees in the room.

We (and the Pharisees at the table) think the best way to get honor is to compete for it, and use or exclude the weak for our own gain in the process. It's a zero sum game.

Jesus provides a different pathway to hono: humility and inclusion of the weak at our own expense.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-11101085 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1728 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus gets invited to a meal with some Pharisees and reveals the path to honor in a way that completely contradicts the Pharisees in the room. We (and the Pharisees at the table) think the best way to get honor is to compete for it, and use or exclude the weak for our own gain in the process. It's a zero sum game. Jesus provides a different pathway to hono: humility and inclusion of the weak at our own expense. Update: July Update: July July is church planting month at Seven Mile Melrose! Listen to a 9 minute update from Justin and Sara. 

]]> July is church planting month at Seven Mile Melrose! Listen to a 9 minute update from Justin and Sara. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10878408 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:00:00 -0400 587 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJuly is church planting month at Seven Mile Melrose! Listen to a 9 minute update from Justin and Sara.  Sermon: Silence God's Word To Your Own Peril Sermon: Silence God's Word To Your Own Peril Jesus points out a human tendency to silence God’s Word from moving us to repentance and faith in Jesus.

We do all sorts of things to try to stop the message and messengers from getting to us. Jerusalem had this same tendency recorded throughout the Bible.

That human tendency is countered by what we see in God’s disposition towards us. We’ll look at our tendency & God’s disposition and take stock of how we should respond.

Luke 13:31-35

]]> Jesus points out a human tendency to silence God’s Word from moving us to repentance and faith in Jesus.

We do all sorts of things to try to stop the message and messengers from getting to us. Jerusalem had this same tendency recorded throughout the Bible.

That human tendency is countered by what we see in God’s disposition towards us. We’ll look at our tendency & God’s disposition and take stock of how we should respond.

Luke 13:31-35

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10862565 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400 2157 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus points out a human tendency to silence God’s Word from moving us to repentance and faith in Jesus. We do all sorts of things to try to stop the message and messengers from getting to us. Jerusalem had this same tendency recorded throughout the Bible. That human tendency is countered by what we see in God’s disposition towards us. We’ll look at our tendency & God’s disposition and take stock of how we should respond. Luke 13:31-35 Sermon: Don't Miss The Kingdom Sermon: Don't Miss The Kingdom After hearing that that kingdom of God was like a mustard seed, someone asked a natural question, “How big will this kingdom be?”

Rather than answering the question, Jesus explains how not to miss the kingdom and that many who expect to be in the kingdom will miss out. But he doesn’t stop there, instead promising that many from all times and places will enter the kingdom.

It’s not that few people will be saved, but that the unexpected will be.

Luke 13:22-30 

]]> After hearing that that kingdom of God was like a mustard seed, someone asked a natural question, “How big will this kingdom be?”

Rather than answering the question, Jesus explains how not to miss the kingdom and that many who expect to be in the kingdom will miss out. But he doesn’t stop there, instead promising that many from all times and places will enter the kingdom.

It’s not that few people will be saved, but that the unexpected will be.

Luke 13:22-30 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10822877 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1524 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter hearing that that kingdom of God was like a mustard seed, someone asked a natural question, “How big will this kingdom be?” Rather than answering the question, Jesus explains how not to miss the kingdom and that many who expect to be in the kingdom will miss out. But he doesn’t stop there, instead promising that many from all times and places will enter the kingdom. It’s not that few people will be saved, but that the unexpected will be. Luke 13:22-30  Sermon: A Kingdom Bigger Than Anyone Imagined Sermon: A Kingdom Bigger Than Anyone Imagined Last week, we looked at Jesus’ healing of a woman on the Sabbath. This Sunday, we will learn from Luke how Jesus explains the appropriate way to perceive what the kingdom of God looks like at work in the world. Jesus is God’s king, and where the king is, there is the kingdom at work. However, like a seed in a garden or yeast in dough, the work of Jesus requires receptive environments to grow over time. Are we going to be receptive people?

]]> Last week, we looked at Jesus’ healing of a woman on the Sabbath. This Sunday, we will learn from Luke how Jesus explains the appropriate way to perceive what the kingdom of God looks like at work in the world. Jesus is God’s king, and where the king is, there is the kingdom at work. However, like a seed in a garden or yeast in dough, the work of Jesus requires receptive environments to grow over time. Are we going to be receptive people?

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10784736 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0400 1633 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLast week, we looked at Jesus’ healing of a woman on the Sabbath. This Sunday, we will learn from Luke how Jesus explains the appropriate way to perceive what the kingdom of God looks like at work in the world. Jesus is God’s king, and where the king is, there is the kingdom at work. However, like a seed in a garden or yeast in dough, the work of Jesus requires receptive environments to grow over time. Are we going to be receptive people? Sermon: Does Jesus See Our Suffering? Sermon: Does Jesus See Our Suffering?  In our suffering it can be hard to see Jesus. It's hard to be hopeful when we can't see any reason to hope. Does Jesus see our suffering? In Luke 13:10-17 we see a woman with prolonged disability encounter Jesus in all his grace, mercy, and power. Jesus sees her; Jesus turns her suffering into joy. 

]]>  In our suffering it can be hard to see Jesus. It's hard to be hopeful when we can't see any reason to hope. Does Jesus see our suffering? In Luke 13:10-17 we see a woman with prolonged disability encounter Jesus in all his grace, mercy, and power. Jesus sees her; Jesus turns her suffering into joy. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10751266 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1784 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org In our suffering it can be hard to see Jesus. It's hard to be hopeful when we can't see any reason to hope. Does Jesus see our suffering? In Luke 13:10-17 we see a woman with prolonged disability encounter Jesus in all his grace, mercy, and power. Jesus sees her; Jesus turns her suffering into joy.  Update: June Update: June Hear from the Melrose staff what to expect this summer at Seven Mile Melrose

]]> Hear from the Melrose staff what to expect this summer at Seven Mile Melrose

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10726826 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400 863 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHear from the Melrose staff what to expect this summer at Seven Mile Melrose Sermon: Tragedy Deferred Sermon: Tragedy Deferred Luke 13.1-9

When bad things happen, we often wonder why. The same thing happened in Jesus' day and the assumption was often that tragedies are the result of personal sin. This Sunday, we'll listen in as Jesus is told of a tragedy and then answers the question, "Do you think these were worse sinners?"

]]> Luke 13.1-9

When bad things happen, we often wonder why. The same thing happened in Jesus' day and the assumption was often that tragedies are the result of personal sin. This Sunday, we'll listen in as Jesus is told of a tragedy and then answers the question, "Do you think these were worse sinners?"

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10667351 Sun, 22 May 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1735 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLuke 13.1-9 When bad things happen, we often wonder why. The same thing happened in Jesus' day and the assumption was often that tragedies are the result of personal sin. This Sunday, we'll listen in as Jesus is told of a tragedy and then answers the question, "Do you think these were worse sinners?" Sermon: When Jesus Divides Sermon: When Jesus Divides Jesus said "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God," but he also said "Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division." 

Does Jesus contradict himself here? 

How does a message of "peace on earth" reconcile with the division that Jesus says he came to bring to earth? 

When is it appropriate for us to divide? If we divide, how are we to act? 

In this sermon we walk through Jesus' words in 12:49-53 and seek to understand how it is we are to act in a world that is often in conflict with God's mission in Christ. 

]]> Jesus said "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God," but he also said "Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division." 

Does Jesus contradict himself here? 

How does a message of "peace on earth" reconcile with the division that Jesus says he came to bring to earth? 

When is it appropriate for us to divide? If we divide, how are we to act? 

In this sermon we walk through Jesus' words in 12:49-53 and seek to understand how it is we are to act in a world that is often in conflict with God's mission in Christ. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10629653 Sun, 15 May 2022 19:00:00 -0400 1960 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus said "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God," but he also said "Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division."  Does Jesus contradict himself here?  How does a message of "peace on earth" reconcile with the division that Jesus says he came to bring to earth?  When is it appropriate for us to divide? If we divide, how are we to act?  In this sermon we walk through Jesus' words in 12:49-53 and seek to understand how it is we are to act in a world that is often in conflict with God's mission in Christ.  Sermon: Hearing From Matt Moran Sermon: Hearing From Matt Moran We're thrilled to have Pastor Matt Moran preaching  this Sunday as we continue our series in the gospel of Luke. Pastor Matt served as a pastor at Seven Mile Road Melrose for over five years and currently serves as the Lead Pastor at Community of Grace in his hometown of  Buffalo, NY.


]]> We're thrilled to have Pastor Matt Moran preaching  this Sunday as we continue our series in the gospel of Luke. Pastor Matt served as a pastor at Seven Mile Road Melrose for over five years and currently serves as the Lead Pastor at Community of Grace in his hometown of  Buffalo, NY.


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10585492 Sun, 08 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400 1622 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe're thrilled to have Pastor Matt Moran preaching  this Sunday as we continue our series in the gospel of Luke. Pastor Matt served as a pastor at Seven Mile Road Melrose for over five years and currently serves as the Lead Pastor at Community of Grace in his hometown of  Buffalo, NY. Update: May Update: May Tune in to hear Justin, Michael, and Sara (along with a special guest star!) give a quick run down of what's happening when this month at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Tune in to hear Justin, Michael, and Sara (along with a special guest star!) give a quick run down of what's happening when this month at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10553393 Tue, 03 May 2022 18:00:00 -0400 743 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgTune in to hear Justin, Michael, and Sara (along with a special guest star!) give a quick run down of what's happening when this month at Seven Mile Road. Sermon: The Freedom of Right Fear Sermon: The Freedom of Right Fear Luke 12.1-12

What do you fear? How does that fear shape you? After a confrontation with the Pharisees, Jesus warns his disciplines how easy it is to fear the wrong things and where that leads. Jesus knew that a time was coming when his disciples would be tested and he helps prepares them by pointing out what fear is actually worth having. In fact, Jesus will tell them about One who will help them in the darkest of circumstances.

]]> Luke 12.1-12

What do you fear? How does that fear shape you? After a confrontation with the Pharisees, Jesus warns his disciplines how easy it is to fear the wrong things and where that leads. Jesus knew that a time was coming when his disciples would be tested and he helps prepares them by pointing out what fear is actually worth having. In fact, Jesus will tell them about One who will help them in the darkest of circumstances.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10544685 Sun, 01 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1823 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLuke 12.1-12 What do you fear? How does that fear shape you? After a confrontation with the Pharisees, Jesus warns his disciplines how easy it is to fear the wrong things and where that leads. Jesus knew that a time was coming when his disciples would be tested and he helps prepares them by pointing out what fear is actually worth having. In fact, Jesus will tell them about One who will help them in the darkest of circumstances. Sermon: What's On The Inside? Sermon: What's On The Inside? When we pursue outside purity, we miss Jesus and his work to cleanse our insideThe Pharisees and the scribes both participated and benefited from a religious system that gave them public praise and approval. The devastating consequences, though, was that while they assumed they were honoring God they were actually moving further away from him.Jesus gives sharp words to people who are culturally and religiously invested in him not being their authority. Their only hope, and ours, for being people who are truly pure is for Jesus to be our authority, and to follow him in repentance and faith.

]]> When we pursue outside purity, we miss Jesus and his work to cleanse our insideThe Pharisees and the scribes both participated and benefited from a religious system that gave them public praise and approval. The devastating consequences, though, was that while they assumed they were honoring God they were actually moving further away from him.Jesus gives sharp words to people who are culturally and religiously invested in him not being their authority. Their only hope, and ours, for being people who are truly pure is for Jesus to be our authority, and to follow him in repentance and faith.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10499222 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1860 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen we pursue outside purity, we miss Jesus and his work to cleanse our insideThe Pharisees and the scribes both participated and benefited from a religious system that gave them public praise and approval. The devastating consequences, though, was that while they assumed they were honoring God they were actually moving further away from him.Jesus gives sharp words to people who are culturally and religiously invested in him not being their authority. Their only hope, and ours, for being people who are truly pure is for Jesus to be our authority, and to follow him in repentance and faith. Sermon: Responses to the Message of God Sermon: Responses to the Message of God Happy Easter! What's inside Jesus' tomb? Nothing! Yes it was a trick question but the answer is what makes Easter so happy. Jesus died and was resurrected. A Friday of sadness, grief, and loss was met with a Sunday of wonder, exhulation, and joy. There is no better news than Gospel news.

On Sunday we will meet Jesus on a field where a crowd of people seek to test his claim to be God's Son. Rather than acquiesce to their demand for a sign he teaches them about what an appropriate response to his ministry would look from the Old Testament. Jesus shows us what appropriate and inappropriate responses to the message of God looks like and he teaches us where those responses come from; they come from the inside. 

Join us on Easter Sunday as we look at the ministry of Jesus and wrestle with his teaching. 

]]> Happy Easter! What's inside Jesus' tomb? Nothing! Yes it was a trick question but the answer is what makes Easter so happy. Jesus died and was resurrected. A Friday of sadness, grief, and loss was met with a Sunday of wonder, exhulation, and joy. There is no better news than Gospel news.

On Sunday we will meet Jesus on a field where a crowd of people seek to test his claim to be God's Son. Rather than acquiesce to their demand for a sign he teaches them about what an appropriate response to his ministry would look from the Old Testament. Jesus shows us what appropriate and inappropriate responses to the message of God looks like and he teaches us where those responses come from; they come from the inside. 

Join us on Easter Sunday as we look at the ministry of Jesus and wrestle with his teaching. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10466793 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1444 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHappy Easter! What's inside Jesus' tomb? Nothing! Yes it was a trick question but the answer is what makes Easter so happy. Jesus died and was resurrected. A Friday of sadness, grief, and loss was met with a Sunday of wonder, exhulation, and joy. There is no better news than Gospel news. On Sunday we will meet Jesus on a field where a crowd of people seek to test his claim to be God's Son. Rather than acquiesce to their demand for a sign he teaches them about what an appropriate response to his ministry would look from the Old Testament. Jesus shows us what appropriate and inappropriate responses to the message of God looks like and he teaches us where those responses come from; they come from the inside.  Join us on Easter Sunday as we look at the ministry of Jesus and wrestle with his teaching.  Sermon: Is a Prince Any Match for a King? Sermon: Is a Prince Any Match for a King? Is there anyone to fear when one is with Jesus?

We needn’t fear any person, nor natural phenomena, nor disease as Jesus is more powerful than each. But what about the Satan and his demons?

We see evil in our world and in ourselves. We might think it is only human weakness, but the Bible tells us there is more than we see. That unseen darkness can certainly shake us, but Luke presents Jesus as the Stronger One.

Text: Luke 11:14-28

]]> Is there anyone to fear when one is with Jesus?

We needn’t fear any person, nor natural phenomena, nor disease as Jesus is more powerful than each. But what about the Satan and his demons?

We see evil in our world and in ourselves. We might think it is only human weakness, but the Bible tells us there is more than we see. That unseen darkness can certainly shake us, but Luke presents Jesus as the Stronger One.

Text: Luke 11:14-28

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10424853 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2458 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIs there anyone to fear when one is with Jesus? We needn’t fear any person, nor natural phenomena, nor disease as Jesus is more powerful than each. But what about the Satan and his demons? We see evil in our world and in ourselves. We might think it is only human weakness, but the Bible tells us there is more than we see. That unseen darkness can certainly shake us, but Luke presents Jesus as the Stronger One. Text: Luke 11:14-28 Sermon: For Our Good Always Sermon: For Our Good Always When we're most honest, many of us have a lot of worry about how we parent our kids well and how we help them learn to trust God as they grow.  So we wonder how what to do ... how to do that ... and it can feel so complicated. This week we'll hear God's wisdom from Deuteronomy 6, where Moses helps us see some simple ways we can help our kids learn to trust God.

Deut 6:20-25

]]> When we're most honest, many of us have a lot of worry about how we parent our kids well and how we help them learn to trust God as they grow.  So we wonder how what to do ... how to do that ... and it can feel so complicated. This week we'll hear God's wisdom from Deuteronomy 6, where Moses helps us see some simple ways we can help our kids learn to trust God.

Deut 6:20-25

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10374562 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1582 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen we're most honest, many of us have a lot of worry about how we parent our kids well and how we help them learn to trust God as they grow.  So we wonder how what to do ... how to do that ... and it can feel so complicated. This week we'll hear God's wisdom from Deuteronomy 6, where Moses helps us see some simple ways we can help our kids learn to trust God. Deut 6:20-25 Update: April Update: April The Melrose staff get you caught up on all things April Fool's Day and all things 
Seven Mile Melrose for the month! Give it a listen!

]]> The Melrose staff get you caught up on all things April Fool's Day and all things 
Seven Mile Melrose for the month! Give it a listen!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10362338 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0400 801 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Melrose staff get you caught up on all things April Fool's Day and all things  Seven Mile Melrose for the month! Give it a listen! Sermon: Jesus Teaches Us How To Pray Sermon: Jesus Teaches Us How To Pray Far from being a new question, “How should we pray?” is actually an old one that the disciples asked Jesus and one that he answered. In our text this week, Jesus teaches the disciples (and us!) what and how to pray. But ultimately he tells teaches how we ought to approach God, who is a Good Father to his children and will always gives the best gifts.
Luke 11.1-13

]]> Far from being a new question, “How should we pray?” is actually an old one that the disciples asked Jesus and one that he answered. In our text this week, Jesus teaches the disciples (and us!) what and how to pray. But ultimately he tells teaches how we ought to approach God, who is a Good Father to his children and will always gives the best gifts.
Luke 11.1-13

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10332794 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 1930 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgFar from being a new question, “How should we pray?” is actually an old one that the disciples asked Jesus and one that he answered. In our text this week, Jesus teaches the disciples (and us!) what and how to pray. But ultimately he tells teaches how we ought to approach God, who is a Good Father to his children and will always gives the best gifts. Luke 11.1-13 Sermon: Nothing Greater Sermon: Nothing Greater Matthew 13.44-46

What would you do for great treasure? What would you sacrifice? This week, we’ll hear Jesus teach that the Kingdom of Heaven is, in fact, the greatest of all treasures. And, we’ll consider what happens when the reality of Jesus being the greatest treasure hits home in our hearts?

]]> Matthew 13.44-46

What would you do for great treasure? What would you sacrifice? This week, we’ll hear Jesus teach that the Kingdom of Heaven is, in fact, the greatest of all treasures. And, we’ll consider what happens when the reality of Jesus being the greatest treasure hits home in our hearts?

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10289546 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2373 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMatthew 13.44-46 What would you do for great treasure? What would you sacrifice? This week, we’ll hear Jesus teach that the Kingdom of Heaven is, in fact, the greatest of all treasures. And, we’ll consider what happens when the reality of Jesus being the greatest treasure hits home in our hearts? Sermon: Martha and Mary Sermon: Martha and Mary What happens when we live by anxiety and not faith?

In this sermon we examine the brief interaction Luke records between Jesus, Martha, and Mary. Martha shows Jesus great hospitality initially, but all her serving ends up actually shielding her from Jesus. Mary shows us what it looks like to posture ourselves with Jesus as our highest Good.

]]> What happens when we live by anxiety and not faith?

In this sermon we examine the brief interaction Luke records between Jesus, Martha, and Mary. Martha shows Jesus great hospitality initially, but all her serving ends up actually shielding her from Jesus. Mary shows us what it looks like to posture ourselves with Jesus as our highest Good.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10249316 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1856 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat happens when we live by anxiety and not faith? In this sermon we examine the brief interaction Luke records between Jesus, Martha, and Mary. Martha shows Jesus great hospitality initially, but all her serving ends up actually shielding her from Jesus. Mary shows us what it looks like to posture ourselves with Jesus as our highest Good. Sermon: Whose Neighbor Are You? (The Good Samaritan) Sermon: Whose Neighbor Are You? (The Good Samaritan) Few people would argue that it's a bad thing to love  your neighbor, but all kinds of answers emerge once we start to talk about what that means. This week, as we listen in on a conversation Jesus has with a lawyer, we'll learn that the neighbor we're called to love may not be who we think and that loving this neighbor may be more intense than we'd ever expect ... and that what actually makes us able to love our neighbor is Jesus' love towards us.
Luke 10.25-37

]]> Few people would argue that it's a bad thing to love  your neighbor, but all kinds of answers emerge once we start to talk about what that means. This week, as we listen in on a conversation Jesus has with a lawyer, we'll learn that the neighbor we're called to love may not be who we think and that loving this neighbor may be more intense than we'd ever expect ... and that what actually makes us able to love our neighbor is Jesus' love towards us.
Luke 10.25-37

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10203743 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1825 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgFew people would argue that it's a bad thing to love  your neighbor, but all kinds of answers emerge once we start to talk about what that means. This week, as we listen in on a conversation Jesus has with a lawyer, we'll learn that the neighbor we're called to love may not be who we think and that loving this neighbor may be more intense than we'd ever expect ... and that what actually makes us able to love our neighbor is Jesus' love towards us. Luke 10.25-37 Update: March Update: March Listen for an update on what's to come in March (and April!) at Seven Mile Melrose (and listen for a special donut code from Justin!).

]]> Listen for an update on what's to come in March (and April!) at Seven Mile Melrose (and listen for a special donut code from Justin!).

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10183234 Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0500 1050 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an update on what's to come in March (and April!) at Seven Mile Melrose (and listen for a special donut code from Justin!). Sermon: The Spinoff Mission, Then & Now Sermon: The Spinoff Mission, Then & Now A turning point happens in Jesus’ ministry as He sends disciples on mission in Luke 9. But more than just the Twelve, in chapter 10 Jesus includes others (a lot of others… like 72 others) in the mission! This spinoff mission has successive implications for the Christian church all the way to Seven Mile Road today.

This Sunday we take a look at the Mission to which all followers of Jesus are called. We see some amazingly outsized aspects of this mission that inform and challenge us to consider just what our little church is to do on Jesus’ mission.

Luke 10:1-20

]]> A turning point happens in Jesus’ ministry as He sends disciples on mission in Luke 9. But more than just the Twelve, in chapter 10 Jesus includes others (a lot of others… like 72 others) in the mission! This spinoff mission has successive implications for the Christian church all the way to Seven Mile Road today.

This Sunday we take a look at the Mission to which all followers of Jesus are called. We see some amazingly outsized aspects of this mission that inform and challenge us to consider just what our little church is to do on Jesus’ mission.

Luke 10:1-20

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10158492 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1871 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA turning point happens in Jesus’ ministry as He sends disciples on mission in Luke 9. But more than just the Twelve, in chapter 10 Jesus includes others (a lot of others… like 72 others) in the mission! This spinoff mission has successive implications for the Christian church all the way to Seven Mile Road today. This Sunday we take a look at the Mission to which all followers of Jesus are called. We see some amazingly outsized aspects of this mission that inform and challenge us to consider just what our little church is to do on Jesus’ mission. Luke 10:1-20 Sermon: Who Is The Greatest? Sermon: Who Is The Greatest? We all have a deep longing to be great, to be important and feel valued. Unfortunately, we often completely miss in our efforts. In this week’s sermon, we’ll hear how Jesus’ disciples had this same longing, this same tendency to pursue greatness in all the wrong ways, and what Jesus taught them about greatness: to be somebody in his kingdom is actually to be a nobody.

]]> We all have a deep longing to be great, to be important and feel valued. Unfortunately, we often completely miss in our efforts. In this week’s sermon, we’ll hear how Jesus’ disciples had this same longing, this same tendency to pursue greatness in all the wrong ways, and what Jesus taught them about greatness: to be somebody in his kingdom is actually to be a nobody.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10116063 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1452 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe all have a deep longing to be great, to be important and feel valued. Unfortunately, we often completely miss in our efforts. In this week’s sermon, we’ll hear how Jesus’ disciples had this same longing, this same tendency to pursue greatness in all the wrong ways, and what Jesus taught them about greatness: to be somebody in his kingdom is actually to be a nobody. Sermon: Marriage Sermon: Marriage What?
Says who?
But why?

Not only is this how every conversation seems to go with an inquisitive child, it is what we ask during the time in the Word in this sermon.

What is marriage?
Says who?
But why is that marriage?

We look to God's Word to help guide our hearts, our minds, and our actions as we understand marriage, pursue marriage, and do marriage. God in his richness has intentions for us as members of His body, and this permeates all aspects of our lives, and no less the most intimate of spaces, such as marriage. 


]]> What?
Says who?
But why?

Not only is this how every conversation seems to go with an inquisitive child, it is what we ask during the time in the Word in this sermon.

What is marriage?
Says who?
But why is that marriage?

We look to God's Word to help guide our hearts, our minds, and our actions as we understand marriage, pursue marriage, and do marriage. God in his richness has intentions for us as members of His body, and this permeates all aspects of our lives, and no less the most intimate of spaces, such as marriage. 


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10073179 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2091 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat? Says who? But why? Not only is this how every conversation seems to go with an inquisitive child, it is what we ask during the time in the Word in this sermon. What is marriage? Says who? But why is that marriage? We look to God's Word to help guide our hearts, our minds, and our actions as we understand marriage, pursue marriage, and do marriage. God in his richness has intentions for us as members of His body, and this permeates all aspects of our lives, and no less the most intimate of spaces, such as marriage.  Sermon: Listen To Him Sermon: Listen To Him Things have been building in the Gospel of Luke. More and more people are curious about Jesus.

As Jesus' identity continues to unfold and His mission is made more clear, we must ask, "What does it mean to follow him?"

In this week's sermon, God reveals even more about who Jesus and gives a huge key to being a disciple of Jesus: "Listen to him!"

Luke 9: 28-36

]]> Things have been building in the Gospel of Luke. More and more people are curious about Jesus.

As Jesus' identity continues to unfold and His mission is made more clear, we must ask, "What does it mean to follow him?"

In this week's sermon, God reveals even more about who Jesus and gives a huge key to being a disciple of Jesus: "Listen to him!"

Luke 9: 28-36

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-10027481 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1804 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThings have been building in the Gospel of Luke. More and more people are curious about Jesus. As Jesus' identity continues to unfold and His mission is made more clear, we must ask, "What does it mean to follow him?" In this week's sermon, God reveals even more about who Jesus and gives a huge key to being a disciple of Jesus: "Listen to him!" Luke 9: 28-36 Update: February Update: February Sara Justin and Michael give you an update on this month at Seven Mile Melrose.

]]> Sara Justin and Michael give you an update on this month at Seven Mile Melrose.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9994744 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0500 691 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSara Justin and Michael give you an update on this month at Seven Mile Melrose. Sermon: The Cost of Discipleship Sermon: The Cost of Discipleship “Christianity without Discipleship is always Christianity without Christ.” -Bonhoeffer

Following Jesus in discipleship is not an easy path nor a short one. Discipleship is a total commitment requiring an understanding of the costs to oneself daily and working to be led by Jesus in all areas of life. Jesus speaks hard words to his original disciples (that Luke wanted to make sure all subsequent disciples would hear as well) on what it entails to follow Him. We will work through this passage on Sunday, so we can each grapple with our own followership of Jesus.

Luke 9:23-27 & 57-62

]]> “Christianity without Discipleship is always Christianity without Christ.” -Bonhoeffer

Following Jesus in discipleship is not an easy path nor a short one. Discipleship is a total commitment requiring an understanding of the costs to oneself daily and working to be led by Jesus in all areas of life. Jesus speaks hard words to his original disciples (that Luke wanted to make sure all subsequent disciples would hear as well) on what it entails to follow Him. We will work through this passage on Sunday, so we can each grapple with our own followership of Jesus.

Luke 9:23-27 & 57-62

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9942940 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2337 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org“Christianity without Discipleship is always Christianity without Christ.” -Bonhoeffer Following Jesus in discipleship is not an easy path nor a short one. Discipleship is a total commitment requiring an understanding of the costs to oneself daily and working to be led by Jesus in all areas of life. Jesus speaks hard words to his original disciples (that Luke wanted to make sure all subsequent disciples would hear as well) on what it entails to follow Him. We will work through this passage on Sunday, so we can each grapple with our own followership of Jesus. Luke 9:23-27 & 57-62 Sermon: Who Is This? Sermon: Who Is This? As more and more people come into contact with Jesus, his miracles and his teaching, word spreads. And as word spreads, people are confronted with the question, “Who is this? Who is Jesus?” From political rulers to Jesus’ disciples to us, it’s a question that must be considered and must be answered. This Sunday, we’ll hear how others answered and hear from Jesus himself.
Luke 9.7-9, 18-22

]]> As more and more people come into contact with Jesus, his miracles and his teaching, word spreads. And as word spreads, people are confronted with the question, “Who is this? Who is Jesus?” From political rulers to Jesus’ disciples to us, it’s a question that must be considered and must be answered. This Sunday, we’ll hear how others answered and hear from Jesus himself.
Luke 9.7-9, 18-22

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9907765 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1483 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs more and more people come into contact with Jesus, his miracles and his teaching, word spreads. And as word spreads, people are confronted with the question, “Who is this? Who is Jesus?” From political rulers to Jesus’ disciples to us, it’s a question that must be considered and must be answered. This Sunday, we’ll hear how others answered and hear from Jesus himself. Luke 9.7-9, 18-22 Sermon: Jesus Feeds 5000 Sermon: Jesus Feeds 5000 On Sunday we are preaching through Luke 9:10-17 where Jesus takes a little bread and a little fish and turns it into a LOT of bread and a LOT of fish, and 5,000 people eat to their fill and then have leftovers. 

What is happening here? Does Jesus have a magic wand or is this something else? How do 5 loaves and 2 fish feed 5,000 or more people? What is the point of this?

On Sunday we get to feast on this miracle text and ponder the wonders of Jesus. 


]]> On Sunday we are preaching through Luke 9:10-17 where Jesus takes a little bread and a little fish and turns it into a LOT of bread and a LOT of fish, and 5,000 people eat to their fill and then have leftovers. 

What is happening here? Does Jesus have a magic wand or is this something else? How do 5 loaves and 2 fish feed 5,000 or more people? What is the point of this?

On Sunday we get to feast on this miracle text and ponder the wonders of Jesus. 


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9860761 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1845 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOn Sunday we are preaching through Luke 9:10-17 where Jesus takes a little bread and a little fish and turns it into a LOT of bread and a LOT of fish, and 5,000 people eat to their fill and then have leftovers.  What is happening here? Does Jesus have a magic wand or is this something else? How do 5 loaves and 2 fish feed 5,000 or more people? What is the point of this? On Sunday we get to feast on this miracle text and ponder the wonders of Jesus.  Update: December/January Update: December/January The Seven Mile Melrose staff give a quick update on what to expect as 2021 closes out and going in to the New Year in January. 

]]> The Seven Mile Melrose staff give a quick update on what to expect as 2021 closes out and going in to the New Year in January. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9781404 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0500 538 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Seven Mile Melrose staff give a quick update on what to expect as 2021 closes out and going in to the New Year in January.  Sermon: Christ Meets Us In Our Sicknesses, Sorrows and Sufferings Sermon: Christ Meets Us In Our Sicknesses, Sorrows and Sufferings Yes, Christmas is supposed to be merry. Christ has come! But Christmas  - the advent of the Savior - exists because this world is marked by sickness, sorrow, and suffering. Why would God allow things to be this way? This Sunday we see a woman whose life was marked by the worst of sorrows for a dozen straight years ... yet she never lost hope, moving toward Christ in faith when she had her chance. We are all invited to do the same.

]]> Yes, Christmas is supposed to be merry. Christ has come! But Christmas  - the advent of the Savior - exists because this world is marked by sickness, sorrow, and suffering. Why would God allow things to be this way? This Sunday we see a woman whose life was marked by the worst of sorrows for a dozen straight years ... yet she never lost hope, moving toward Christ in faith when she had her chance. We are all invited to do the same.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9753674 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2006 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgYes, Christmas is supposed to be merry. Christ has come! But Christmas  - the advent of the Savior - exists because this world is marked by sickness, sorrow, and suffering. Why would God allow things to be this way? This Sunday we see a woman whose life was marked by the worst of sorrows for a dozen straight years ... yet she never lost hope, moving toward Christ in faith when she had her chance. We are all invited to do the same. Sermon: Christ Bringing Freedom "Far As The Curse Is Found" Sermon: Christ Bringing Freedom "Far As The Curse Is Found" This Sunday we see Christ direct his fishermen-disciples to steer the boat toward ... Gerasa? Yes. This would be like a Celtics fan heading to Staples Center or a vegan hitting the drive-thru at Taco Bell. No 1st century Jew would purposefully steer toward that city. But Christ did, to set a captive free and send a message that His gospel was going to be further reaching than anyone had ever imagined.
Luke 8:26-39

]]> This Sunday we see Christ direct his fishermen-disciples to steer the boat toward ... Gerasa? Yes. This would be like a Celtics fan heading to Staples Center or a vegan hitting the drive-thru at Taco Bell. No 1st century Jew would purposefully steer toward that city. But Christ did, to set a captive free and send a message that His gospel was going to be further reaching than anyone had ever imagined.
Luke 8:26-39

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9712038 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2290 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday we see Christ direct his fishermen-disciples to steer the boat toward ... Gerasa? Yes. This would be like a Celtics fan heading to Staples Center or a vegan hitting the drive-thru at Taco Bell. No 1st century Jew would purposefully steer toward that city. But Christ did, to set a captive free and send a message that His gospel was going to be further reaching than anyone had ever imagined. Luke 8:26-39 Sermon: Loving God or Loving Money? Sermon: Loving God or Loving Money? This week, we will pause from our normal rhythm of preaching Luke to jump ahead and look at Luke 16. Jesus tells one of his stranger parables to pose this penetrating question: Do we love God or love money? Someone who loves God views themselves as a manager, while someone who loves money views themselves as an owner.

]]> This week, we will pause from our normal rhythm of preaching Luke to jump ahead and look at Luke 16. Jesus tells one of his stranger parables to pose this penetrating question: Do we love God or love money? Someone who loves God views themselves as a manager, while someone who loves money views themselves as an owner.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9681664 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1557 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis week, we will pause from our normal rhythm of preaching Luke to jump ahead and look at Luke 16. Jesus tells one of his stranger parables to pose this penetrating question: Do we love God or love money? Someone who loves God views themselves as a manager, while someone who loves money views themselves as an owner. Sermon: What Can The Weather Tell You About Someone Sermon: What Can The Weather Tell You About Someone Sunny days or cloudy skies: How do you respond? The situations outside of human control tell you something about a person.

Luke records a view of the disciples in some weather. Their response exposes their underlying beliefs. We will let this text shine on us to see what (or who) is our go-to in stormy times.

Luke 8:22-25

]]> Sunny days or cloudy skies: How do you respond? The situations outside of human control tell you something about a person.

Luke records a view of the disciples in some weather. Their response exposes their underlying beliefs. We will let this text shine on us to see what (or who) is our go-to in stormy times.

Luke 8:22-25

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9593155 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1835 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSunny days or cloudy skies: How do you respond? The situations outside of human control tell you something about a person. Luke records a view of the disciples in some weather. Their response exposes their underlying beliefs. We will let this text shine on us to see what (or who) is our go-to in stormy times. Luke 8:22-25 Sermon: Nuclear Family and Church Family Sermon: Nuclear Family and Church Family Your nuclear family or church family: which is more important?

We Bostonians tend to pit these against each other, as if they are part of some zero sum game.

But Christ won't let us think this way.

Instead, He teaches us to that both of our families - as long as they are marked by an all-in commitment to Him - are to be prized ... because they work in concert for the advance of His gospel.

]]> Your nuclear family or church family: which is more important?

We Bostonians tend to pit these against each other, as if they are part of some zero sum game.

But Christ won't let us think this way.

Instead, He teaches us to that both of our families - as long as they are marked by an all-in commitment to Him - are to be prized ... because they work in concert for the advance of His gospel.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9551652 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2169 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgYour nuclear family or church family: which is more important? We Bostonians tend to pit these against each other, as if they are part of some zero sum game. But Christ won't let us think this way. Instead, He teaches us to that both of our families - as long as they are marked by an all-in commitment to Him - are to be prized ... because they work in concert for the advance of His gospel. Sermon: Living In Community With Those Who Have A Different Take On COVID Than You Do Sermon: Living In Community With Those Who Have A Different Take On COVID Than You Do The sudden emergence and lingering presence of COVID-19 have presented a serious challenge to the harmony of local church communities like ours at Seven Mile Road. From day one of the pandemic, we have asked the Father to give us an uncommon unity, even though many of us hold different convictions about what’s best around lockdowns, masks, vaccines, and all the rest. This Sunday we’ll unpack how an embrace of gospel centrality makes this unity possible.

Romans 14:1-9

]]> The sudden emergence and lingering presence of COVID-19 have presented a serious challenge to the harmony of local church communities like ours at Seven Mile Road. From day one of the pandemic, we have asked the Father to give us an uncommon unity, even though many of us hold different convictions about what’s best around lockdowns, masks, vaccines, and all the rest. This Sunday we’ll unpack how an embrace of gospel centrality makes this unity possible.

Romans 14:1-9

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9512640 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2187 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe sudden emergence and lingering presence of COVID-19 have presented a serious challenge to the harmony of local church communities like ours at Seven Mile Road. From day one of the pandemic, we have asked the Father to give us an uncommon unity, even though many of us hold different convictions about what’s best around lockdowns, masks, vaccines, and all the rest. This Sunday we’ll unpack how an embrace of gospel centrality makes this unity possible. Romans 14:1-9 Update: November Update: November Listen for an update about this month at Seven Mile Melrose!

]]> Listen for an update about this month at Seven Mile Melrose!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9491178 Thu, 04 Nov 2021 14:00:00 -0400 863 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen for an update about this month at Seven Mile Melrose! Sermon: Be Receptive to the Word Sermon: Be Receptive to the Word How are you doing receiving the Word of God? Like listening to it, really hearing it, and then letting it change your life…

Robins, Rocks, Riches, and Resilience all will tell us something about how we are doing at this.

In our next section of the gospel of Luke, we get to read an account from Jesus, the master storyteller, about this very question. As He walks through the possible responses to the Word of God, we are left with a point of helpful examination on our own receptivity to God’s Word. This examination & reflection helps each of us to understand the vital nature of the Word of God for everyone to truly thrive and receive entry to the kingdom of God.

Luke 8:4-15 

]]> How are you doing receiving the Word of God? Like listening to it, really hearing it, and then letting it change your life…

Robins, Rocks, Riches, and Resilience all will tell us something about how we are doing at this.

In our next section of the gospel of Luke, we get to read an account from Jesus, the master storyteller, about this very question. As He walks through the possible responses to the Word of God, we are left with a point of helpful examination on our own receptivity to God’s Word. This examination & reflection helps each of us to understand the vital nature of the Word of God for everyone to truly thrive and receive entry to the kingdom of God.

Luke 8:4-15 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9470125 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1805 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHow are you doing receiving the Word of God? Like listening to it, really hearing it, and then letting it change your life… Robins, Rocks, Riches, and Resilience all will tell us something about how we are doing at this. In our next section of the gospel of Luke, we get to read an account from Jesus, the master storyteller, about this very question. As He walks through the possible responses to the Word of God, we are left with a point of helpful examination on our own receptivity to God’s Word. This examination & reflection helps each of us to understand the vital nature of the Word of God for everyone to truly thrive and receive entry to the kingdom of God. Luke 8:4-15  Sermon: Men And Women Partnering Together For Gospel Advance Sermon: Men And Women Partnering Together For Gospel Advance Luke momentarily pauses his account to give us a quick glimpse into the makeup of the “ministry team” that accompanied Jesus.

With Him were the 12 men he prayerfully appointed to the office of Apostle AND a number of women.

This brief snapshot accords with how God intends for gospel advance to happen in a home, church, and city: men and women rightly-related and fully-engaged on mission together.

This Sunday we’ll unpack this glorious truth and ask the Spirit to make it real at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Luke momentarily pauses his account to give us a quick glimpse into the makeup of the “ministry team” that accompanied Jesus.

With Him were the 12 men he prayerfully appointed to the office of Apostle AND a number of women.

This brief snapshot accords with how God intends for gospel advance to happen in a home, church, and city: men and women rightly-related and fully-engaged on mission together.

This Sunday we’ll unpack this glorious truth and ask the Spirit to make it real at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9428547 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2331 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgLuke momentarily pauses his account to give us a quick glimpse into the makeup of the “ministry team” that accompanied Jesus. With Him were the 12 men he prayerfully appointed to the office of Apostle AND a number of women. This brief snapshot accords with how God intends for gospel advance to happen in a home, church, and city: men and women rightly-related and fully-engaged on mission together. This Sunday we’ll unpack this glorious truth and ask the Spirit to make it real at Seven Mile Road. Sermon: Perpetually Floored by the Gospel Sermon: Perpetually Floored by the Gospel The depth of our love for the God of the gospel is directly tied to how clearly we see our need for His grace. This Sunday Luke juxtaposes for us two sinners: one who owned how bad her sin was, and the other who refused to do so. It's no surprise whose affections for Christ are richer. Which type of sinner are we?

Luke 7:36-50

]]> The depth of our love for the God of the gospel is directly tied to how clearly we see our need for His grace. This Sunday Luke juxtaposes for us two sinners: one who owned how bad her sin was, and the other who refused to do so. It's no surprise whose affections for Christ are richer. Which type of sinner are we?

Luke 7:36-50

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9394970 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2410 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe depth of our love for the God of the gospel is directly tied to how clearly we see our need for His grace. This Sunday Luke juxtaposes for us two sinners: one who owned how bad her sin was, and the other who refused to do so. It's no surprise whose affections for Christ are richer. Which type of sinner are we? Luke 7:36-50 Sermon: Refusing to Embrace a Critical Spirit Sermon: Refusing to Embrace a Critical Spirit While Christ 100% calls us to practice critical thinking, he 100% calls us away from embracing a critical spirit.

This Sunday we are back in Luke's gospel where we'll see Jesus calling out the religious elites of his day on their closed and critical spirit. In rejecting both John's message and His own they were in danger of missing out on the Spirit's work. May it not be so with us!

Luke 7:31-35

]]> While Christ 100% calls us to practice critical thinking, he 100% calls us away from embracing a critical spirit.

This Sunday we are back in Luke's gospel where we'll see Jesus calling out the religious elites of his day on their closed and critical spirit. In rejecting both John's message and His own they were in danger of missing out on the Spirit's work. May it not be so with us!

Luke 7:31-35

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9348178 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2245 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhile Christ 100% calls us to practice critical thinking, he 100% calls us away from embracing a critical spirit. This Sunday we are back in Luke's gospel where we'll see Jesus calling out the religious elites of his day on their closed and critical spirit. In rejecting both John's message and His own they were in danger of missing out on the Spirit's work. May it not be so with us! Luke 7:31-35 Update: October Update: October Sara and Michael get you caught up on all things Seven Mile Melrose for this month!

]]> Sara and Michael get you caught up on all things Seven Mile Melrose for this month!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9317388 Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0400 1041 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSara and Michael get you caught up on all things Seven Mile Melrose for this month! Sermon: Gospel Informed Work Sermon: Gospel Informed Work As a bookend to the Vocation Workshop we held on Friday night, this Sunday we are going to preach about how the gospel informs the way we view our work.

Whatever you do for work - whether teacher or accountant or plumber or or anesthesiologist or mother or marketing manager or social worker or pediatric pharmacologist or quarterback for the Patriots or cook or receptionist or pastor or disc jockey or actuary - do you view it as a job or a calling?

The way you answer this question changes everything about what it means for you to go to work this week. Let's get it right!

]]> As a bookend to the Vocation Workshop we held on Friday night, this Sunday we are going to preach about how the gospel informs the way we view our work.

Whatever you do for work - whether teacher or accountant or plumber or or anesthesiologist or mother or marketing manager or social worker or pediatric pharmacologist or quarterback for the Patriots or cook or receptionist or pastor or disc jockey or actuary - do you view it as a job or a calling?

The way you answer this question changes everything about what it means for you to go to work this week. Let's get it right!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9307651 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2068 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs a bookend to the Vocation Workshop we held on Friday night, this Sunday we are going to preach about how the gospel informs the way we view our work. Whatever you do for work - whether teacher or accountant or plumber or or anesthesiologist or mother or marketing manager or social worker or pediatric pharmacologist or quarterback for the Patriots or cook or receptionist or pastor or disc jockey or actuary - do you view it as a job or a calling? The way you answer this question changes everything about what it means for you to go to work this week. Let's get it right! Sermon: What To Do When We Are Confused Or Besieged With Doubts Sermon: What To Do When We Are Confused Or Besieged With Doubts One of the things that Jesus loved and affirmed about His cousin John what that John was not a soft man.Yet even this steel-in-the-back prophet was susceptible to wavering doubts.This Sunday we’ll see where John went with His doubts and how Christ received them.And in doing so we doubters will find great hope, too.

Reference: Luke 7:18-28

]]> One of the things that Jesus loved and affirmed about His cousin John what that John was not a soft man.Yet even this steel-in-the-back prophet was susceptible to wavering doubts.This Sunday we’ll see where John went with His doubts and how Christ received them.And in doing so we doubters will find great hope, too.

Reference: Luke 7:18-28

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9267544 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1793 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOne of the things that Jesus loved and affirmed about His cousin John what that John was not a soft man.Yet even this steel-in-the-back prophet was susceptible to wavering doubts.This Sunday we’ll see where John went with His doubts and how Christ received them.And in doing so we doubters will find great hope, too. Reference: Luke 7:18-28 Sermon: Compassion for the Hurting Sermon: Compassion for the Hurting We live in a post-Christian context, so we are neither surprised nor thrilled when we see Jesus moving toward those who are hurting with compassion."

He's Jesus, That's what He does, right?"

But this is not how it had to be.This Sunday we are (hopefully!) going to be surprised and thrilled as we see Christ - moved with compassion - give a grieving widow her son back.

]]> We live in a post-Christian context, so we are neither surprised nor thrilled when we see Jesus moving toward those who are hurting with compassion."

He's Jesus, That's what He does, right?"

But this is not how it had to be.This Sunday we are (hopefully!) going to be surprised and thrilled as we see Christ - moved with compassion - give a grieving widow her son back.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9227303 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2177 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe live in a post-Christian context, so we are neither surprised nor thrilled when we see Jesus moving toward those who are hurting with compassion." He's Jesus, That's what He does, right?" But this is not how it had to be.This Sunday we are (hopefully!) going to be surprised and thrilled as we see Christ - moved with compassion - give a grieving widow her son back. Sermon: Faith of the Centurion Sermon: Faith of the Centurion This Sunday we jump back into Luke's gospel.

At the start of chapter seven, Christ is caught happily off guard at the insight that a most unlikely character (Roman military) has into His person and work ... an insight that only a man humbly oriented to the reality of authority in this world could have.

May we share it.

Luke 7:1-10 

]]> This Sunday we jump back into Luke's gospel.

At the start of chapter seven, Christ is caught happily off guard at the insight that a most unlikely character (Roman military) has into His person and work ... an insight that only a man humbly oriented to the reality of authority in this world could have.

May we share it.

Luke 7:1-10 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9186916 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1951 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday we jump back into Luke's gospel. At the start of chapter seven, Christ is caught happily off guard at the insight that a most unlikely character (Roman military) has into His person and work ... an insight that only a man humbly oriented to the reality of authority in this world could have. May we share it. Luke 7:1-10  Update: Livestream RSVP Update: Livestream RSVP Matt and Sara give a quick update on some changes to viewing our Sunday services online. 

]]> Matt and Sara give a quick update on some changes to viewing our Sunday services online. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9161616 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0400 382 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMatt and Sara give a quick update on some changes to viewing our Sunday services online.  Sermon: Your Children Are Going To Hurt You Sermon: Your Children Are Going To Hurt You This Sunday we welcome 6 new sons and daughters into the life of Seven Mile Road. In the coming years, these boys and girls are going to bring us joy in so many ways. But they are also going to disappoint and hurt us, sometimes deeply.

How does a gospel-centered father or mother respond when their kids hurt them? For that matter, how does any of us respond when we are hurt by those in our marriages, homes, or church?

Our text this Sunday offers a surprising and beautiful answer.

2 Timothy 4:16-17

]]> This Sunday we welcome 6 new sons and daughters into the life of Seven Mile Road. In the coming years, these boys and girls are going to bring us joy in so many ways. But they are also going to disappoint and hurt us, sometimes deeply.

How does a gospel-centered father or mother respond when their kids hurt them? For that matter, how does any of us respond when we are hurt by those in our marriages, homes, or church?

Our text this Sunday offers a surprising and beautiful answer.

2 Timothy 4:16-17

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9109424 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2114 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday we welcome 6 new sons and daughters into the life of Seven Mile Road. In the coming years, these boys and girls are going to bring us joy in so many ways. But they are also going to disappoint and hurt us, sometimes deeply. How does a gospel-centered father or mother respond when their kids hurt them? For that matter, how does any of us respond when we are hurt by those in our marriages, homes, or church? Our text this Sunday offers a surprising and beautiful answer. 2 Timothy 4:16-17 Sermon: Lip Service Is Not Enough Sermon: Lip Service Is Not Enough According to the gospels, whenever Christ preached, he would end his sermons with a bang: an urgent and direct call to action. This is because His listeners (then now) tend to hear His words and nod their heads ... but not do much about them. But that's not how the gospel life works. The gospel life is never one of merely paying Christ lip service, but of evidencing our faith with actual obediences.

]]> According to the gospels, whenever Christ preached, he would end his sermons with a bang: an urgent and direct call to action. This is because His listeners (then now) tend to hear His words and nod their heads ... but not do much about them. But that's not how the gospel life works. The gospel life is never one of merely paying Christ lip service, but of evidencing our faith with actual obediences.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9072714 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2074 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAccording to the gospels, whenever Christ preached, he would end his sermons with a bang: an urgent and direct call to action. This is because His listeners (then now) tend to hear His words and nod their heads ... but not do much about them. But that's not how the gospel life works. The gospel life is never one of merely paying Christ lip service, but of evidencing our faith with actual obediences. Sermon: Blessed Are The Poor Sermon: Blessed Are The Poor Jesus looked at his disciples and told them the way God’s world works: the poor are the blessed ones, the rich are the distressed ones. It seems upside down or backwards to conventional wisdom but it’s true, God has good news for the poor and words of warning for the rich. We are located in an affluent time and place, how do Jesus’ words apply? Are we poor or rich? Sunday we get to wrestle with the good Dr Luke’s recording of Jesus’ word and decipher what is is God wants us to know from Luke 6:20

]]> Jesus looked at his disciples and told them the way God’s world works: the poor are the blessed ones, the rich are the distressed ones. It seems upside down or backwards to conventional wisdom but it’s true, God has good news for the poor and words of warning for the rich. We are located in an affluent time and place, how do Jesus’ words apply? Are we poor or rich? Sunday we get to wrestle with the good Dr Luke’s recording of Jesus’ word and decipher what is is God wants us to know from Luke 6:20

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-9036442 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2116 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus looked at his disciples and told them the way God’s world works: the poor are the blessed ones, the rich are the distressed ones. It seems upside down or backwards to conventional wisdom but it’s true, God has good news for the poor and words of warning for the rich. We are located in an affluent time and place, how do Jesus’ words apply? Are we poor or rich? Sunday we get to wrestle with the good Dr Luke’s recording of Jesus’ word and decipher what is is God wants us to know from Luke 6:20 Sermon: Do Not Judge Sermon: Do Not Judge “Do Not Judge” are some words from Jesus that most everyone can get behind in this cultural moment. The basis of these words though go to root of the gospel and the reason the God-man, King Jesus instructs His followers to live this way. This Sunday we’ll explore the contours of this text in Luke and talk about how we put this into practice as followers of Jesus.
Reference: Luke 6:37-42

]]> “Do Not Judge” are some words from Jesus that most everyone can get behind in this cultural moment. The basis of these words though go to root of the gospel and the reason the God-man, King Jesus instructs His followers to live this way. This Sunday we’ll explore the contours of this text in Luke and talk about how we put this into practice as followers of Jesus.
Reference: Luke 6:37-42

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8999217 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2061 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org“Do Not Judge” are some words from Jesus that most everyone can get behind in this cultural moment. The basis of these words though go to root of the gospel and the reason the God-man, King Jesus instructs His followers to live this way. This Sunday we’ll explore the contours of this text in Luke and talk about how we put this into practice as followers of Jesus. Reference: Luke 6:37-42 Update: August Update: August Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8981952 Thu, 05 Aug 2021 17:00:00 -0400 817 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: Love Your Enemies Sermon: Love Your Enemies Up until this point Luke 6, we haven’t heard Jesus tell us what his disciples do.

In this week’s passage, we will explore how Jesus tells his disciples to engage “Them”.

Jesus’ people love their enemies & actively choose to do good to them. This is not our default, but has deep implications for how we posture ourselves to outsiders.

]]> Up until this point Luke 6, we haven’t heard Jesus tell us what his disciples do.

In this week’s passage, we will explore how Jesus tells his disciples to engage “Them”.

Jesus’ people love their enemies & actively choose to do good to them. This is not our default, but has deep implications for how we posture ourselves to outsiders.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8963213 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1564 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgUp until this point Luke 6, we haven’t heard Jesus tell us what his disciples do. In this week’s passage, we will explore how Jesus tells his disciples to engage “Them”. Jesus’ people love their enemies & actively choose to do good to them. This is not our default, but has deep implications for how we posture ourselves to outsiders. Sermon: 15 Months in a Pandemic Sermon: 15 Months in a Pandemic 15 months ago COVID-19 hit.
Everyone on earth's plans got wiped out overnight.

Including ours.
And there was nothing we could do about it.

This happens often in life.
When it does, God is in it.

This Sunday - the last of this crazy church year together - we learn how.

James 4:13-16

]]> 15 months ago COVID-19 hit.
Everyone on earth's plans got wiped out overnight.

Including ours.
And there was nothing we could do about it.

This happens often in life.
When it does, God is in it.

This Sunday - the last of this crazy church year together - we learn how.

James 4:13-16

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8774870 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1391 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org15 months ago COVID-19 hit. Everyone on earth's plans got wiped out overnight. Including ours. And there was nothing we could do about it. This happens often in life. When it does, God is in it. This Sunday - the last of this crazy church year together - we learn how. James 4:13-16 Sermon: The Portrait of a Disciple Sermon: The Portrait of a Disciple Sometimes an up close photo can capture the true quality or personality of a friend or loved one. The photo, in an instant, depicts so much of what we’ve come to know to be true about a person over years of their life.

Luke gives us an insta glimpse of the twelve disciples, but this informs us not only on what they were like, but also what is true of all disciples of Jesus for centuries after.

]]> Sometimes an up close photo can capture the true quality or personality of a friend or loved one. The photo, in an instant, depicts so much of what we’ve come to know to be true about a person over years of their life.

Luke gives us an insta glimpse of the twelve disciples, but this informs us not only on what they were like, but also what is true of all disciples of Jesus for centuries after.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8737867 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2245 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSometimes an up close photo can capture the true quality or personality of a friend or loved one. The photo, in an instant, depicts so much of what we’ve come to know to be true about a person over years of their life. Luke gives us an insta glimpse of the twelve disciples, but this informs us not only on what they were like, but also what is true of all disciples of Jesus for centuries after. Sermon: Gospel Shaped Leadership Sermon: Gospel Shaped Leadership Seven Mile Road exists to see every Bostonian Jesus gives us loved and gospeled well.

One thing this requires is - whether by office, by circumstance, or by natural gifting - leaders leading well.

So over the years we have tried to build a gospel-shaped leadership culture at Seven Mile Road.

This Sunday morning we are going to consider the roots in which strong gospel leadership grows.

The Word: 2 Timothy 2:20-21

]]> Seven Mile Road exists to see every Bostonian Jesus gives us loved and gospeled well.

One thing this requires is - whether by office, by circumstance, or by natural gifting - leaders leading well.

So over the years we have tried to build a gospel-shaped leadership culture at Seven Mile Road.

This Sunday morning we are going to consider the roots in which strong gospel leadership grows.

The Word: 2 Timothy 2:20-21

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8699252 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2129 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road exists to see every Bostonian Jesus gives us loved and gospeled well. One thing this requires is - whether by office, by circumstance, or by natural gifting - leaders leading well. So over the years we have tried to build a gospel-shaped leadership culture at Seven Mile Road. This Sunday morning we are going to consider the roots in which strong gospel leadership grows. The Word: 2 Timothy 2:20-21 Update: June Update: June There is a lot of info to keep you informed this month! Listen as Matt, Michael, and Sara get you updated on what to expect at Seven Mile Melrose in the coming weeks.

Click below to listen.

]]> There is a lot of info to keep you informed this month! Listen as Matt, Michael, and Sara get you updated on what to expect at Seven Mile Melrose in the coming weeks.

Click below to listen.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8605880 Mon, 31 May 2021 09:00:00 -0400 1640 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThere is a lot of info to keep you informed this month! Listen as Matt, Michael, and Sara get you updated on what to expect at Seven Mile Melrose in the coming weeks. Click below to listen. Sermon: Mission > Comfort Sermon: Mission > Comfort Every one of us is, to some degree, a creature of habit.

When we find something that works for us, we stick with it.

This is not necessarily a bad thing, as long as it doesn’t mean we are no longer open to embracing change for the sake of gospel advance.

A gospel-shaped heart is always at the ready for a fresh work of the Spirit, and is willing to flex to be a part of it.

This Sunday Jesus presses this truth home with us.

]]> Every one of us is, to some degree, a creature of habit.

When we find something that works for us, we stick with it.

This is not necessarily a bad thing, as long as it doesn’t mean we are no longer open to embracing change for the sake of gospel advance.

A gospel-shaped heart is always at the ready for a fresh work of the Spirit, and is willing to flex to be a part of it.

This Sunday Jesus presses this truth home with us.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8578014 Sun, 23 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2252 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEvery one of us is, to some degree, a creature of habit. When we find something that works for us, we stick with it. This is not necessarily a bad thing, as long as it doesn’t mean we are no longer open to embracing change for the sake of gospel advance. A gospel-shaped heart is always at the ready for a fresh work of the Spirit, and is willing to flex to be a part of it. This Sunday Jesus presses this truth home with us. Sermon: Unlikely Followers and Tax Parties Sermon: Unlikely Followers and Tax Parties An unlikely title?

There is a sense in which all of us are unlikely to be following Jesus, and any who are outside of Christ can seem so distant.

We see in the Luke’s gospel this week the way Jesus moves toward the unlikely and the truth that gives hope for everyone. As followers of Jesus, we are sent to similar unlikely people, and we can follow Jesus in the ways we love & gospel folks however seemingly unlikely.

Luke 5:27-32

]]> An unlikely title?

There is a sense in which all of us are unlikely to be following Jesus, and any who are outside of Christ can seem so distant.

We see in the Luke’s gospel this week the way Jesus moves toward the unlikely and the truth that gives hope for everyone. As followers of Jesus, we are sent to similar unlikely people, and we can follow Jesus in the ways we love & gospel folks however seemingly unlikely.

Luke 5:27-32

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8541984 Sun, 16 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1942 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAn unlikely title? There is a sense in which all of us are unlikely to be following Jesus, and any who are outside of Christ can seem so distant. We see in the Luke’s gospel this week the way Jesus moves toward the unlikely and the truth that gives hope for everyone. As followers of Jesus, we are sent to similar unlikely people, and we can follow Jesus in the ways we love & gospel folks however seemingly unlikely. Luke 5:27-32 Sermon: Christ Has Authority To Forgive Sins Sermon: Christ Has Authority To Forgive Sins Every story Luke gives us is like the richest, heaviest little piece of fudge you ever ate. How could so much (gospel) goodness be jammed into something so small?

This week is no different. Four friends hustle to get their paralyzed fifth before Jesus. How Jesus responds sends shockwaves through the room. Jesus drives through the physical to the spiritual, making a provocative statement about who He was and the redemptive mission He was on.

Christ has authority to forgive sin.
There is no better news.

Luke 5:17-26

]]> Every story Luke gives us is like the richest, heaviest little piece of fudge you ever ate. How could so much (gospel) goodness be jammed into something so small?

This week is no different. Four friends hustle to get their paralyzed fifth before Jesus. How Jesus responds sends shockwaves through the room. Jesus drives through the physical to the spiritual, making a provocative statement about who He was and the redemptive mission He was on.

Christ has authority to forgive sin.
There is no better news.

Luke 5:17-26

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8491981 Sun, 09 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2036 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEvery story Luke gives us is like the richest, heaviest little piece of fudge you ever ate. How could so much (gospel) goodness be jammed into something so small? This week is no different. Four friends hustle to get their paralyzed fifth before Jesus. How Jesus responds sends shockwaves through the room. Jesus drives through the physical to the spiritual, making a provocative statement about who He was and the redemptive mission He was on. Christ has authority to forgive sin. There is no better news. Luke 5:17-26 Sermon: The Gospel and the Goodness of Touch Sermon: The Gospel and the Goodness of Touch In wisdom and love, our Creator infused five senses into the human experience, one of which is called “touch.” We were made to touch and be touched in holy, warm, appropriate, affirming ways. To never touch or be touched is to lose something essential about being human.

So, it’s no surprise that Christ touched people often. Or that when He healed a leprous man – a man would not have been touched by anyone in forever – He touched Him.

This Sunday we’ll think on this beautiful story and it’s import for our life as Seven Mile Road.

Luke 5:12-16

]]> In wisdom and love, our Creator infused five senses into the human experience, one of which is called “touch.” We were made to touch and be touched in holy, warm, appropriate, affirming ways. To never touch or be touched is to lose something essential about being human.

So, it’s no surprise that Christ touched people often. Or that when He healed a leprous man – a man would not have been touched by anyone in forever – He touched Him.

This Sunday we’ll think on this beautiful story and it’s import for our life as Seven Mile Road.

Luke 5:12-16

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8450259 Sun, 02 May 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1786 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn wisdom and love, our Creator infused five senses into the human experience, one of which is called “touch.” We were made to touch and be touched in holy, warm, appropriate, affirming ways. To never touch or be touched is to lose something essential about being human. So, it’s no surprise that Christ touched people often. Or that when He healed a leprous man – a man would not have been touched by anyone in forever – He touched Him. This Sunday we’ll think on this beautiful story and it’s import for our life as Seven Mile Road. Luke 5:12-16 Sermon: In Love Christ Imposes Sermon: In Love Christ Imposes Salvation often looks something like this --> We are busy constructing a life for ourselves, and then Christ shows up in a crane and swings a wrecking ball through the whole enterprise.

He does this in love, because He has something infinitely better in mind for us. It's a glorious imposition.

This Sunday we'll see how Jesus did this with Simon Peter and, hopefully, with each of us.

Reference: Luke 5

]]> Salvation often looks something like this --> We are busy constructing a life for ourselves, and then Christ shows up in a crane and swings a wrecking ball through the whole enterprise.

He does this in love, because He has something infinitely better in mind for us. It's a glorious imposition.

This Sunday we'll see how Jesus did this with Simon Peter and, hopefully, with each of us.

Reference: Luke 5

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8407618 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2077 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSalvation often looks something like this --> We are busy constructing a life for ourselves, and then Christ shows up in a crane and swings a wrecking ball through the whole enterprise. He does this in love, because He has something infinitely better in mind for us. It's a glorious imposition. This Sunday we'll see how Jesus did this with Simon Peter and, hopefully, with each of us. Reference: Luke 5 Sermon: A Hometown Gospel Mistake Sermon: A Hometown Gospel Mistake Dr. Luke gives us an important scene of Jesus’ ministry that helps to signify much about the forthcoming message & mission in the book. This charged and very memorable scene takes place none other than in Jesus’ hometown of Nazareth. The critical lesson for all of us is to guard ourselves from making this “hometown gospel mistake.”

]]> Dr. Luke gives us an important scene of Jesus’ ministry that helps to signify much about the forthcoming message & mission in the book. This charged and very memorable scene takes place none other than in Jesus’ hometown of Nazareth. The critical lesson for all of us is to guard ourselves from making this “hometown gospel mistake.”

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8318834 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 1949 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDr. Luke gives us an important scene of Jesus’ ministry that helps to signify much about the forthcoming message & mission in the book. This charged and very memorable scene takes place none other than in Jesus’ hometown of Nazareth. The critical lesson for all of us is to guard ourselves from making this “hometown gospel mistake.” Update: April Update: April Sara, Matt, and Michael talk about Easter weekend, gospel communities, childcare and a few other things to get you updated this month!

]]> Sara, Matt, and Michael talk about Easter weekend, gospel communities, childcare and a few other things to get you updated this month!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8243349 Tue, 30 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0400 888 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSara, Matt, and Michael talk about Easter weekend, gospel communities, childcare and a few other things to get you updated this month! Sermon: You Are (Jesus's Baptism) Sermon: You Are (Jesus's Baptism) As Bostonians, we’ve been taught to establish our own identity.
We proudly declare “I am” and fill in the blank as we see fit.

But in the gospel life things work differently.We don’t establish our own identity.
We receive it as God declares to us “You are.”

This Sunday we hear the Father speaking those glorious words to the Son as Jesus steps into His redemptive mission through the water of John’s baptism.

]]> As Bostonians, we’ve been taught to establish our own identity.
We proudly declare “I am” and fill in the blank as we see fit.

But in the gospel life things work differently.We don’t establish our own identity.
We receive it as God declares to us “You are.”

This Sunday we hear the Father speaking those glorious words to the Son as Jesus steps into His redemptive mission through the water of John’s baptism.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8232147 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2077 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Bostonians, we’ve been taught to establish our own identity. We proudly declare “I am” and fill in the blank as we see fit. But in the gospel life things work differently.We don’t establish our own identity. We receive it as God declares to us “You are.” This Sunday we hear the Father speaking those glorious words to the Son as Jesus steps into His redemptive mission through the water of John’s baptism. Sermon: Repentance is Always Costly (John the Baptist Prepares the Way) Sermon: Repentance is Always Costly (John the Baptist Prepares the Way) In Luke 3 we see Jesus’s cousin, aka John the Baptizer, aka John the Forerunner, aka John the Way-Preparer, burst onto the scene. He’s a Prophet, the last of the older covenant. This means he is sharp. Intense. Unlikable.

But he didn’t come to make friends. He came to ready people for Christ.

How? Why? And what does that have to do with all-set Bostonians like you and me?

In this sermon we’ll find out.

]]> In Luke 3 we see Jesus’s cousin, aka John the Baptizer, aka John the Forerunner, aka John the Way-Preparer, burst onto the scene. He’s a Prophet, the last of the older covenant. This means he is sharp. Intense. Unlikable.

But he didn’t come to make friends. He came to ready people for Christ.

How? Why? And what does that have to do with all-set Bostonians like you and me?

In this sermon we’ll find out.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8187674 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2211 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn Luke 3 we see Jesus’s cousin, aka John the Baptizer, aka John the Forerunner, aka John the Way-Preparer, burst onto the scene. He’s a Prophet, the last of the older covenant. This means he is sharp. Intense. Unlikable. But he didn’t come to make friends. He came to ready people for Christ. How? Why? And what does that have to do with all-set Bostonians like you and me? In this sermon we’ll find out. Sermon: God as the Unrivaled Driving-Force in our Lives (Christ Coming of Age) Sermon: God as the Unrivaled Driving-Force in our Lives (Christ Coming of Age) Unlike the silly apocryphal gospels with their many Marvel-esque legends about angsty superteen Jesus showing off His divine powers, Luke’s gospel gives us just one powerful but understated look at the person of Christ between the ages of 3 and 30. It’s a coming of age story, and by it we are all instructed in what it looks like to live with God (and the advance of His gospel) as the unrivaled driving-force in our lives.

]]> Unlike the silly apocryphal gospels with their many Marvel-esque legends about angsty superteen Jesus showing off His divine powers, Luke’s gospel gives us just one powerful but understated look at the person of Christ between the ages of 3 and 30. It’s a coming of age story, and by it we are all instructed in what it looks like to live with God (and the advance of His gospel) as the unrivaled driving-force in our lives.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8143722 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2395 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgUnlike the silly apocryphal gospels with their many Marvel-esque legends about angsty superteen Jesus showing off His divine powers, Luke’s gospel gives us just one powerful but understated look at the person of Christ between the ages of 3 and 30. It’s a coming of age story, and by it we are all instructed in what it looks like to live with God (and the advance of His gospel) as the unrivaled driving-force in our lives. Sermon: Eyes, Hearts, & Hands (The Anatomy of an Aging Believer) Sermon: Eyes, Hearts, & Hands (The Anatomy of an Aging Believer) Growing old is never easy and recognizing it can be even harder.

We take a look at two older saints who testified and announced the birth of Jesus. From them we learn a bit more about Jesus’ life, and a bit more about what our aging years should look and sound like as we continue trusting God.

]]> Growing old is never easy and recognizing it can be even harder.

We take a look at two older saints who testified and announced the birth of Jesus. From them we learn a bit more about Jesus’ life, and a bit more about what our aging years should look and sound like as we continue trusting God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8099268 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1969 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGrowing old is never easy and recognizing it can be even harder. We take a look at two older saints who testified and announced the birth of Jesus. From them we learn a bit more about Jesus’ life, and a bit more about what our aging years should look and sound like as we continue trusting God. Update: March Update: March Sara, Matt, and Michael recorded a podcast episode to get you caught up on what's happening at Seven Mile Melrose. Listen to this 16 minute update for what to expect this March.

]]> Sara, Matt, and Michael recorded a podcast episode to get you caught up on what's happening at Seven Mile Melrose. Listen to this 16 minute update for what to expect this March.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8067963 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500 985 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSara, Matt, and Michael recorded a podcast episode to get you caught up on what's happening at Seven Mile Melrose. Listen to this 16 minute update for what to expect this March. Sermon: When I Was Shipwrecked I Thought Of You (Elizabeth and Mary) Sermon: When I Was Shipwrecked I Thought Of You (Elizabeth and Mary) “When I was shipwrecked, I thought of you.”

What a sacred thing it is to be the person that someone would say that about.

This is who Elizabeth was for Mary.

While not “shipwrecked” exactly, Mary’s life was suddenly spun upside down. Without hesitation, she hurries to be with her older cousin Elizabeth, who receives her with warmth, gladness, and encouragement.

In this sermon we’ll hear their story and think on what it could like for us to build that kind of culture at Seven Mile Road.

Luke 1:39-56

]]> “When I was shipwrecked, I thought of you.”

What a sacred thing it is to be the person that someone would say that about.

This is who Elizabeth was for Mary.

While not “shipwrecked” exactly, Mary’s life was suddenly spun upside down. Without hesitation, she hurries to be with her older cousin Elizabeth, who receives her with warmth, gladness, and encouragement.

In this sermon we’ll hear their story and think on what it could like for us to build that kind of culture at Seven Mile Road.

Luke 1:39-56

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8051457 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2137 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org“When I was shipwrecked, I thought of you.” What a sacred thing it is to be the person that someone would say that about. This is who Elizabeth was for Mary. While not “shipwrecked” exactly, Mary’s life was suddenly spun upside down. Without hesitation, she hurries to be with her older cousin Elizabeth, who receives her with warmth, gladness, and encouragement. In this sermon we’ll hear their story and think on what it could like for us to build that kind of culture at Seven Mile Road. Luke 1:39-56 Sermon: The Impossible Made The Possible (The Virgin Birth) Sermon: The Impossible Made The Possible (The Virgin Birth) Not the way you imagine. Not like anyone else. Not how a story usually starts.
The unique life of Jesus, the God-man, has a unique beginning –a Virgin Birth.

It is impossible, there is no denying it. Yet the angel Gabriel gives account explaining, “Nothing will be impossible with God.” This impossible beginning is necessary for all the possibilities that Jesus would bring to humanity.

Join us this week as we look closely at the meaning of Jesus’ Virgin Birth for what it means for us. It is of great significance for us & our salvation. It means more for us than we usually remember, and can give us even greater reason for marveling at the wisdom and power of God.

]]> Not the way you imagine. Not like anyone else. Not how a story usually starts.
The unique life of Jesus, the God-man, has a unique beginning –a Virgin Birth.

It is impossible, there is no denying it. Yet the angel Gabriel gives account explaining, “Nothing will be impossible with God.” This impossible beginning is necessary for all the possibilities that Jesus would bring to humanity.

Join us this week as we look closely at the meaning of Jesus’ Virgin Birth for what it means for us. It is of great significance for us & our salvation. It means more for us than we usually remember, and can give us even greater reason for marveling at the wisdom and power of God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-8007566 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2316 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgNot the way you imagine. Not like anyone else. Not how a story usually starts. The unique life of Jesus, the God-man, has a unique beginning –a Virgin Birth. It is impossible, there is no denying it. Yet the angel Gabriel gives account explaining, “Nothing will be impossible with God.” This impossible beginning is necessary for all the possibilities that Jesus would bring to humanity. Join us this week as we look closely at the meaning of Jesus’ Virgin Birth for what it means for us. It is of great significance for us & our salvation. It means more for us than we usually remember, and can give us even greater reason for marveling at the wisdom and power of God. Sermon: What Gospel Faith Looks Like (Zechariah vs. Mary) Sermon: What Gospel Faith Looks Like (Zechariah vs. Mary) As Luke’s gospel begins to unfold, a weathered priest and a betrothed teenager each receive a wild promise from the Lord about sons soon to be born into their lives.

Both ask what seem like similar questions, but each receives a very different answer.

In this sermon we’ll talk about why that is and what it means for how we are to respond to the promises of the gospel.

Luke 1:5-38

]]> As Luke’s gospel begins to unfold, a weathered priest and a betrothed teenager each receive a wild promise from the Lord about sons soon to be born into their lives.

Both ask what seem like similar questions, but each receives a very different answer.

In this sermon we’ll talk about why that is and what it means for how we are to respond to the promises of the gospel.

Luke 1:5-38

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7875781 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2481 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Luke’s gospel begins to unfold, a weathered priest and a betrothed teenager each receive a wild promise from the Lord about sons soon to be born into their lives. Both ask what seem like similar questions, but each receives a very different answer. In this sermon we’ll talk about why that is and what it means for how we are to respond to the promises of the gospel. Luke 1:5-38 Sermon: Trust The Witnesses And Take The Ride (Intro to Luke's Gospel) Sermon: Trust The Witnesses And Take The Ride (Intro to Luke's Gospel) In this sermon we begin a deep dive together into the breathtaking waters of Luke’s gospel. His narrative begins with one super long sentence meant to rope us right in. The Gospel is true - for real true - and there is a certainty the Spirit wants us to have about it. So He inspired the brilliant and beloved doctor (Luke) to write it all down for us.

]]> In this sermon we begin a deep dive together into the breathtaking waters of Luke’s gospel. His narrative begins with one super long sentence meant to rope us right in. The Gospel is true - for real true - and there is a certainty the Spirit wants us to have about it. So He inspired the brilliant and beloved doctor (Luke) to write it all down for us.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7741483 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2203 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon we begin a deep dive together into the breathtaking waters of Luke’s gospel. His narrative begins with one super long sentence meant to rope us right in. The Gospel is true - for real true - and there is a certainty the Spirit wants us to have about it. So He inspired the brilliant and beloved doctor (Luke) to write it all down for us. Update: February Update: February Sara, Matt, and Michael get you caught up on what's happening this month at Seven Mile Melrose. 

]]> Sara, Matt, and Michael get you caught up on what's happening this month at Seven Mile Melrose. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7635232 Tue, 02 Feb 2021 13:00:00 -0500 1178 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSara, Matt, and Michael get you caught up on what's happening this month at Seven Mile Melrose.  Sermon: Missional Living Through "Liminal" Sermon: Missional Living Through "Liminal" When Jesus' Apostle Paul was invited into a non-church space called the Areopagus, he quoted to his listeners from ... their pagan poetry books?

Yes.

This Sunday we'll talk from Acts 17 about one of the ways we are working to love and gospel locals from inside-out of the words of some of our culture's most famous novelists, singers, and screenwriters.

Acts 17:16-31

]]> When Jesus' Apostle Paul was invited into a non-church space called the Areopagus, he quoted to his listeners from ... their pagan poetry books?

Yes.

This Sunday we'll talk from Acts 17 about one of the ways we are working to love and gospel locals from inside-out of the words of some of our culture's most famous novelists, singers, and screenwriters.

Acts 17:16-31

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7607440 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1982 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen Jesus' Apostle Paul was invited into a non-church space called the Areopagus, he quoted to his listeners from ... their pagan poetry books? Yes. This Sunday we'll talk from Acts 17 about one of the ways we are working to love and gospel locals from inside-out of the words of some of our culture's most famous novelists, singers, and screenwriters. Acts 17:16-31 Sermon: Receiving A New President Sermon: Receiving A New President As you know, we don’t “chase the headlines” in our preaching, but there are times when we do choose to preach from texts that speak directly to our cultural moment with gospel clarity. Four years ago, we took a Sunday to do this as a new president was assuming a four-year term in office. This Sunday, we will be doing that again.

What would you say to a new president if you had a few minutes with him? And what would you say to Jesus' Church as she receives a new president?

No one sermon can answer those questions exhaustively, but in this sermon we'll talk about it.

Proverbs 29:2 and Psalm 146:3-4

]]> As you know, we don’t “chase the headlines” in our preaching, but there are times when we do choose to preach from texts that speak directly to our cultural moment with gospel clarity. Four years ago, we took a Sunday to do this as a new president was assuming a four-year term in office. This Sunday, we will be doing that again.

What would you say to a new president if you had a few minutes with him? And what would you say to Jesus' Church as she receives a new president?

No one sermon can answer those questions exhaustively, but in this sermon we'll talk about it.

Proverbs 29:2 and Psalm 146:3-4

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7474060 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 4614 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs you know, we don’t “chase the headlines” in our preaching, but there are times when we do choose to preach from texts that speak directly to our cultural moment with gospel clarity. Four years ago, we took a Sunday to do this as a new president was assuming a four-year term in office. This Sunday, we will be doing that again. What would you say to a new president if you had a few minutes with him? And what would you say to Jesus' Church as she receives a new president? No one sermon can answer those questions exhaustively, but in this sermon we'll talk about it. Proverbs 29:2 and Psalm 146:3-4 Sermon: The Why (and When!) of Baptism Sermon: The Why (and When!) of Baptism In this sermon, we talked about the why (and a little about the when!) of Christian baptism, that glorious means of grace, given to us by Christ, by which we are welcomed into the family of God and the fellowship of the church.

Whether baptism is on your radar or in your rearview, we are praying that this sermon will be a big help and encouragement.

Colossians 2:12

]]> In this sermon, we talked about the why (and a little about the when!) of Christian baptism, that glorious means of grace, given to us by Christ, by which we are welcomed into the family of God and the fellowship of the church.

Whether baptism is on your radar or in your rearview, we are praying that this sermon will be a big help and encouragement.

Colossians 2:12

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7350865 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2606 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we talked about the why (and a little about the when!) of Christian baptism, that glorious means of grace, given to us by Christ, by which we are welcomed into the family of God and the fellowship of the church. Whether baptism is on your radar or in your rearview, we are praying that this sermon will be a big help and encouragement. Colossians 2:12 Sermon: Why Do We Worship Publicly on Sundays? Sermon: Why Do We Worship Publicly on Sundays? All across the world, every week, on the first day of the week, Christians gather together in public to do the work of worship.

And for the last 9 months many have lamented being kept from doing that by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Why do we love to gather?
Why do we hate not being able to?

This Sunday we'll allow the words of Scripture to give us the big why of public worship.

Hebrews 10:24-25

]]> All across the world, every week, on the first day of the week, Christians gather together in public to do the work of worship.

And for the last 9 months many have lamented being kept from doing that by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Why do we love to gather?
Why do we hate not being able to?

This Sunday we'll allow the words of Scripture to give us the big why of public worship.

Hebrews 10:24-25

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7237090 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2663 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAll across the world, every week, on the first day of the week, Christians gather together in public to do the work of worship. And for the last 9 months many have lamented being kept from doing that by the COVID-19 pandemic. Why do we love to gather? Why do we hate not being able to? This Sunday we'll allow the words of Scripture to give us the big why of public worship. Hebrews 10:24-25 Update: January Update: January Sara, Matt, and Michael recorded a quick conversation to help catch you up on the new year and the new month at Seven Mile Road Melrose. 

]]> Sara, Matt, and Michael recorded a quick conversation to help catch you up on the new year and the new month at Seven Mile Road Melrose. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7168072 Wed, 06 Jan 2021 17:00:00 -0500 1202 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSara, Matt, and Michael recorded a quick conversation to help catch you up on the new year and the new month at Seven Mile Road Melrose.  Sermon: The Body (We Do Need You) Sermon: The Body (We Do Need You) One of our dreams at Seven Mile Road is that we would live together in "supertight community."

One of the threats to that "supertightness" is the temptation to look at others in the body and be like, "Eh. We don't need you." or "We'd be just fine if you weren't around."

This Sunday we'll mine the poisonous root of that sentiment and consider ways to dig it out of our life together in 2021.

I Corinthians 12:14-26

]]> One of our dreams at Seven Mile Road is that we would live together in "supertight community."

One of the threats to that "supertightness" is the temptation to look at others in the body and be like, "Eh. We don't need you." or "We'd be just fine if you weren't around."

This Sunday we'll mine the poisonous root of that sentiment and consider ways to dig it out of our life together in 2021.

I Corinthians 12:14-26

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-7124185 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2389 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOne of our dreams at Seven Mile Road is that we would live together in "supertight community." One of the threats to that "supertightness" is the temptation to look at others in the body and be like, "Eh. We don't need you." or "We'd be just fine if you weren't around." This Sunday we'll mine the poisonous root of that sentiment and consider ways to dig it out of our life together in 2021. I Corinthians 12:14-26 Update: Welcoming Michael Prevett to Discipleship Director Role Update: Welcoming Michael Prevett to Discipleship Director Role A quick 10 minute conversation with Michael Prevett as he moves into a more pronounced way of serving Seven Mile Road.

]]> A quick 10 minute conversation with Michael Prevett as he moves into a more pronounced way of serving Seven Mile Road.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6970385 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 13:00:00 -0500 587 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA quick 10 minute conversation with Michael Prevett as he moves into a more pronounced way of serving Seven Mile Road. Sermon: Geneaology Sermon: Geneaology The author of the book of Ruth finishes his love story with a ... genealogy?

Yes!

Rather than words to be glossed over, the genealogies in Scripture are reminders that God accomplishes HIs purposes over time through real people.

So Ruth ends as the Gospels begin ... with a list of names that tell a gospel story.

]]> The author of the book of Ruth finishes his love story with a ... genealogy?

Yes!

Rather than words to be glossed over, the genealogies in Scripture are reminders that God accomplishes HIs purposes over time through real people.

So Ruth ends as the Gospels begin ... with a list of names that tell a gospel story.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6947918 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 1712 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe author of the book of Ruth finishes his love story with a ... genealogy? Yes! Rather than words to be glossed over, the genealogies in Scripture are reminders that God accomplishes HIs purposes over time through real people. So Ruth ends as the Gospels begin ... with a list of names that tell a gospel story. Sermon: Worthy Woman Sermon: Worthy Woman In one sense, we are to have one Hero: Christ with no rivals.

In another sense, we are to have many heroes and heroines … and Ruth is one of them.

She is called a “worthy woman” who was “worth more than seven sons.”

This Sunday we’ll see what made this statement so beautifully true and consider how Ruth’s life shapes our vision for the women God has given us at Seven Mile Road.

]]> In one sense, we are to have one Hero: Christ with no rivals.

In another sense, we are to have many heroes and heroines … and Ruth is one of them.

She is called a “worthy woman” who was “worth more than seven sons.”

This Sunday we’ll see what made this statement so beautifully true and consider how Ruth’s life shapes our vision for the women God has given us at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6838654 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2025 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn one sense, we are to have one Hero: Christ with no rivals. In another sense, we are to have many heroes and heroines … and Ruth is one of them. She is called a “worthy woman” who was “worth more than seven sons.” This Sunday we’ll see what made this statement so beautifully true and consider how Ruth’s life shapes our vision for the women God has given us at Seven Mile Road. Update: Book Discussion Club Update: Book Discussion Club Matt and Michael sit down to talk about an upcoming book club for anyone interested that will start up in January. Listen to hear about the whys and the whats of this book club. 

]]> Matt and Michael sit down to talk about an upcoming book club for anyone interested that will start up in January. Listen to hear about the whys and the whats of this book club. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6801712 Fri, 11 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0500 766 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMatt and Michael sit down to talk about an upcoming book club for anyone interested that will start up in January. Listen to hear about the whys and the whats of this book club.  Sermon: Grace Upon Grace Sermon: Grace Upon Grace Yes, it’s true: due to Sin/sin*, this life is filled with pain and suffering.

And yet … it’s also filled with grace.

This Sunday we arrive at the end of Ruth’s love story, and we are bombarded with grace after unexpected grace. I mean, how many happy endings can a single love story have? This one sets the record! And in all of them, we’ll get a window into the heart of God for His children.

* By “capital-S” Sin we mean to the original sin that marks our race and dropped a curse on our experience in this age. By “lowercase-s” sin we mean the ways that we individually sin and are sinned against.

]]> Yes, it’s true: due to Sin/sin*, this life is filled with pain and suffering.

And yet … it’s also filled with grace.

This Sunday we arrive at the end of Ruth’s love story, and we are bombarded with grace after unexpected grace. I mean, how many happy endings can a single love story have? This one sets the record! And in all of them, we’ll get a window into the heart of God for His children.

* By “capital-S” Sin we mean to the original sin that marks our race and dropped a curse on our experience in this age. By “lowercase-s” sin we mean the ways that we individually sin and are sinned against.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6733852 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2226 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgYes, it’s true: due to Sin/sin*, this life is filled with pain and suffering. And yet … it’s also filled with grace. This Sunday we arrive at the end of Ruth’s love story, and we are bombarded with grace after unexpected grace. I mean, how many happy endings can a single love story have? This one sets the record! And in all of them, we’ll get a window into the heart of God for His children. * By “capital-S” Sin we mean to the original sin that marks our race and dropped a curse on our experience in this age. By “lowercase-s” sin we mean the ways that we individually sin and are sinned against. Special: Hearing From Seven Milers Special: Hearing From Seven Milers Instead of a typical sermon, in this special we hear from some Seven Milers. 

Each year on the Sunday after Thanksgiving we pause to reflect and share about God's recent graces in the lives of Seven Milers. 

This year we tie things directly to the big gospel truths we've been discovering in the book of Ruth and hear from some of you how those truths have landed on your soul recently. 

]]> Instead of a typical sermon, in this special we hear from some Seven Milers. 

Each year on the Sunday after Thanksgiving we pause to reflect and share about God's recent graces in the lives of Seven Milers. 

This year we tie things directly to the big gospel truths we've been discovering in the book of Ruth and hear from some of you how those truths have landed on your soul recently. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6616273 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2319 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgInstead of a typical sermon, in this special we hear from some Seven Milers.  Each year on the Sunday after Thanksgiving we pause to reflect and share about God's recent graces in the lives of Seven Milers.  This year we tie things directly to the big gospel truths we've been discovering in the book of Ruth and hear from some of you how those truths have landed on your soul recently.  Sermon: Worthy Man Sermon: Worthy Man One of our dreams is that Seven Mile Road would be jam-packed with strong men who care and contend for the women in their lives.

Boaz was such a man.

Ruth knew she would be safe coming “under his wings.”

Naomi knew, instinctively, that he would take bold, selfless, decisive action when given the opportunity.

Woah.

In this sermon we focus in on what it takes to be this kind of man.

]]> One of our dreams is that Seven Mile Road would be jam-packed with strong men who care and contend for the women in their lives.

Boaz was such a man.

Ruth knew she would be safe coming “under his wings.”

Naomi knew, instinctively, that he would take bold, selfless, decisive action when given the opportunity.

Woah.

In this sermon we focus in on what it takes to be this kind of man.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6513334 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2472 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOne of our dreams is that Seven Mile Road would be jam-packed with strong men who care and contend for the women in their lives. Boaz was such a man. Ruth knew she would be safe coming “under his wings.” Naomi knew, instinctively, that he would take bold, selfless, decisive action when given the opportunity. Woah. In this sermon we focus in on what it takes to be this kind of man. Sermon: Redemption Sermon: Redemption As Christians, we are called to pursue gospel ends by gospel means, entrusting ourselves fully to God not only in what we are going for but in how we get there.

This Sunday we’ll see our father-in-the-faith Boaz do just this. In love, He entrusts himself and his future to God, not only by committing himself to the costly redemption of Ruth, but by refusing to sinfully usurp the right of the first redeemer on his way there.

In doing so he typifies Christ, who took no shortcuts in His redemption of us.

 Ruth 4:1-10

]]> As Christians, we are called to pursue gospel ends by gospel means, entrusting ourselves fully to God not only in what we are going for but in how we get there.

This Sunday we’ll see our father-in-the-faith Boaz do just this. In love, He entrusts himself and his future to God, not only by committing himself to the costly redemption of Ruth, but by refusing to sinfully usurp the right of the first redeemer on his way there.

In doing so he typifies Christ, who took no shortcuts in His redemption of us.

 Ruth 4:1-10

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6396970 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2131 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs Christians, we are called to pursue gospel ends by gospel means, entrusting ourselves fully to God not only in what we are going for but in how we get there. This Sunday we’ll see our father-in-the-faith Boaz do just this. In love, He entrusts himself and his future to God, not only by committing himself to the costly redemption of Ruth, but by refusing to sinfully usurp the right of the first redeemer on his way there. In doing so he typifies Christ, who took no shortcuts in His redemption of us.  Ruth 4:1-10 Sermon: Proposal Sermon: Proposal We said that the book of Ruth is a love story … but not the kind you’d expect! It begins with the love of a daughter-in-law for her mother-in-law (surprise!). Then we are caught off guard again as we realize that Boaz and Ruth’s marriage is about more being in love: it’s about a bigger, deeper mission that God is accomplishing through them for the good of others, not just for themselves.

In this sermon we’ll see this beautiful reality unfold and consider how all marriages are meant to work this way.

]]> We said that the book of Ruth is a love story … but not the kind you’d expect! It begins with the love of a daughter-in-law for her mother-in-law (surprise!). Then we are caught off guard again as we realize that Boaz and Ruth’s marriage is about more being in love: it’s about a bigger, deeper mission that God is accomplishing through them for the good of others, not just for themselves.

In this sermon we’ll see this beautiful reality unfold and consider how all marriages are meant to work this way.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6288694 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 2694 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe said that the book of Ruth is a love story … but not the kind you’d expect! It begins with the love of a daughter-in-law for her mother-in-law (surprise!). Then we are caught off guard again as we realize that Boaz and Ruth’s marriage is about more being in love: it’s about a bigger, deeper mission that God is accomplishing through them for the good of others, not just for themselves. In this sermon we’ll see this beautiful reality unfold and consider how all marriages are meant to work this way. Update: Newly Married Women Intensive Update: Newly Married Women Intensive This month Pastor Matt had a special opportunity to sit down with not one but two Katies! Katie Barker and Katie Ryou give an update on this fall's Kalos Team initiative. Some of the newest married women that are a part of the life of Seven Mile Road are participating in a newly-married-women's-intensive.  Listen for a glimpse into what is happening in that intensive and how the Spirit is working through it. 

]]> This month Pastor Matt had a special opportunity to sit down with not one but two Katies! Katie Barker and Katie Ryou give an update on this fall's Kalos Team initiative. Some of the newest married women that are a part of the life of Seven Mile Road are participating in a newly-married-women's-intensive.  Listen for a glimpse into what is happening in that intensive and how the Spirit is working through it. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6224614 Wed, 04 Nov 2020 15:00:00 -0500 1013 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis month Pastor Matt had a special opportunity to sit down with not one but two Katies! Katie Barker and Katie Ryou give an update on this fall's Kalos Team initiative. Some of the newest married women that are a part of the life of Seven Mile Road are participating in a newly-married-women's-intensive.  Listen for a glimpse into what is happening in that intensive and how the Spirit is working through it.  Sermon: Worthy Work Sermon: Worthy Work We stop right where we are in the story of Ruth and rerun the scene zooming in on Boaz. 

What we see is a worthy man, and upon more than a cursory glance, we see the marks of his vocation or work. There were marks of how Boaz ran his business that showed he loved God deeply. It made his work different; it made his work worthy.

In our story, we’ll see God has given us our work as a venue to display our love for Him. What marks of your work show you’re a gospel-infused follower of Jesus?


]]> We stop right where we are in the story of Ruth and rerun the scene zooming in on Boaz. 

What we see is a worthy man, and upon more than a cursory glance, we see the marks of his vocation or work. There were marks of how Boaz ran his business that showed he loved God deeply. It made his work different; it made his work worthy.

In our story, we’ll see God has given us our work as a venue to display our love for Him. What marks of your work show you’re a gospel-infused follower of Jesus?


]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6183655 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2086 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe stop right where we are in the story of Ruth and rerun the scene zooming in on Boaz.  What we see is a worthy man, and upon more than a cursory glance, we see the marks of his vocation or work. There were marks of how Boaz ran his business that showed he loved God deeply. It made his work different; it made his work worthy. In our story, we’ll see God has given us our work as a venue to display our love for Him. What marks of your work show you’re a gospel-infused follower of Jesus? Sermon: Expectancy Sermon: Expectancy The gospel births in us a relentless optimism because we have entrusted ourselves to a God of limitless grace. That doesn’t mean we presume that everything will go our way every time. But it does mean that, by faith, we get up every day and give ourselves - energetically and expectantly - to doing the next gospel-shaped thing, confident that God will meet us with all the grace we need … and often more than we could even have imagined!

This Sunday we’ll see Ruth, in love for Naomi, doing just that. And we’ll see both of them finding more favor than they ever could have expected, because this is how the God of gospel grace works.

]]> The gospel births in us a relentless optimism because we have entrusted ourselves to a God of limitless grace. That doesn’t mean we presume that everything will go our way every time. But it does mean that, by faith, we get up every day and give ourselves - energetically and expectantly - to doing the next gospel-shaped thing, confident that God will meet us with all the grace we need … and often more than we could even have imagined!

This Sunday we’ll see Ruth, in love for Naomi, doing just that. And we’ll see both of them finding more favor than they ever could have expected, because this is how the God of gospel grace works.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-6067684 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2478 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe gospel births in us a relentless optimism because we have entrusted ourselves to a God of limitless grace. That doesn’t mean we presume that everything will go our way every time. But it does mean that, by faith, we get up every day and give ourselves - energetically and expectantly - to doing the next gospel-shaped thing, confident that God will meet us with all the grace we need … and often more than we could even have imagined! This Sunday we’ll see Ruth, in love for Naomi, doing just that. And we’ll see both of them finding more favor than they ever could have expected, because this is how the God of gospel grace works. Sermon: Hesed Sermon: Hesed The gospel life is a life of love. We’ve been loved – deeply, steadfastly, sacrificially – by God, and now we bend that love out to others. The Hebrew word for this kind of love is “hesed,” a concept so beautifully rich we don’t have a single, compatible word for it in English.

In this sermon, our breath will be stolen (as Naomi’s was!) as we see Ruth put the beauty of “hesed” on full display in her refusal to leave Naomi’s side no matter the cost.

]]> The gospel life is a life of love. We’ve been loved – deeply, steadfastly, sacrificially – by God, and now we bend that love out to others. The Hebrew word for this kind of love is “hesed,” a concept so beautifully rich we don’t have a single, compatible word for it in English.

In this sermon, our breath will be stolen (as Naomi’s was!) as we see Ruth put the beauty of “hesed” on full display in her refusal to leave Naomi’s side no matter the cost.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5962225 Sun, 18 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2333 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe gospel life is a life of love. We’ve been loved – deeply, steadfastly, sacrificially – by God, and now we bend that love out to others. The Hebrew word for this kind of love is “hesed,” a concept so beautifully rich we don’t have a single, compatible word for it in English. In this sermon, our breath will be stolen (as Naomi’s was!) as we see Ruth put the beauty of “hesed” on full display in her refusal to leave Naomi’s side no matter the cost. Sermon: Lament Sermon: Lament The book of Ruth spins tragic fast: within a few sentences a woman named Naomi has everything that mattered in her life taken away.

Everything.

She's not technically dead, but she might as well be.

What does a daughter (or son) of God do in those moments?

We fall towards God, and that falling is called "lament."

In this sermon we think on how we can build a culture in our church where lament is allowed and embraced.

]]> The book of Ruth spins tragic fast: within a few sentences a woman named Naomi has everything that mattered in her life taken away.

Everything.

She's not technically dead, but she might as well be.

What does a daughter (or son) of God do in those moments?

We fall towards God, and that falling is called "lament."

In this sermon we think on how we can build a culture in our church where lament is allowed and embraced.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5855347 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2660 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe book of Ruth spins tragic fast: within a few sentences a woman named Naomi has everything that mattered in her life taken away. Everything. She's not technically dead, but she might as well be. What does a daughter (or son) of God do in those moments? We fall towards God, and that falling is called "lament." In this sermon we think on how we can build a culture in our church where lament is allowed and embraced. Sermon: The Book of Ruth- A Love Story Sermon: The Book of Ruth- A Love Story For the next 3 months we are going to be swimming in the deep gospel waters of the Biblical book of Ruth.

It’s a love story ... but not the kind you’d think. 
It’s a hope story … in bitter and bleak circumstances.
It’s a 3,100 year old story … yet strikingly relevant for today.
It’s a gospel story … the best kind there are.

We dive in in this sermon.

]]> For the next 3 months we are going to be swimming in the deep gospel waters of the Biblical book of Ruth.

It’s a love story ... but not the kind you’d think. 
It’s a hope story … in bitter and bleak circumstances.
It’s a 3,100 year old story … yet strikingly relevant for today.
It’s a gospel story … the best kind there are.

We dive in in this sermon.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5745379 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1740 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgFor the next 3 months we are going to be swimming in the deep gospel waters of the Biblical book of Ruth. It’s a love story ... but not the kind you’d think.  It’s a hope story … in bitter and bleak circumstances. It’s a 3,100 year old story … yet strikingly relevant for today. It’s a gospel story … the best kind there are. We dive in in this sermon. Sermon: A Theology of Christian Giving Sermon: A Theology of Christian Giving When have you felt so close to someone or a cause that you opened your wallet? What convinced you to actually give money to something or someone?

The next section of the letter of Philippians confronts us square in the face about our giving. Rather than sidestep this, we have the duty to unpack a theology of Christian giving. This isn’t a heavy handed ask that the apostle Paul is making, instead he is thanking the Philippians for giving and explaining why Christians give.

Here’s a spoiler: as we read along with what Paul says to the Philippians, we learn there are some pretty amazing things that are happening when we give to Jesus’ church. There is a lot for us to be excited about when we think about all the giving that is done at Seven Mile Road as well!

Philippians 4:14-20

]]> When have you felt so close to someone or a cause that you opened your wallet? What convinced you to actually give money to something or someone?

The next section of the letter of Philippians confronts us square in the face about our giving. Rather than sidestep this, we have the duty to unpack a theology of Christian giving. This isn’t a heavy handed ask that the apostle Paul is making, instead he is thanking the Philippians for giving and explaining why Christians give.

Here’s a spoiler: as we read along with what Paul says to the Philippians, we learn there are some pretty amazing things that are happening when we give to Jesus’ church. There is a lot for us to be excited about when we think about all the giving that is done at Seven Mile Road as well!

Philippians 4:14-20

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5637892 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2003 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen have you felt so close to someone or a cause that you opened your wallet? What convinced you to actually give money to something or someone? The next section of the letter of Philippians confronts us square in the face about our giving. Rather than sidestep this, we have the duty to unpack a theology of Christian giving. This isn’t a heavy handed ask that the apostle Paul is making, instead he is thanking the Philippians for giving and explaining why Christians give. Here’s a spoiler: as we read along with what Paul says to the Philippians, we learn there are some pretty amazing things that are happening when we give to Jesus’ church. There is a lot for us to be excited about when we think about all the giving that is done at Seven Mile Road as well! Philippians 4:14-20 Sermon: If We Have Christ, We're Good Sermon: If We Have Christ, We're Good This Sunday we unpack one of the most coffee-mugged verses in all of Scripture: "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."

Nope, this verse is not a promise that being a Christian means being able to actualize all our dreams and desires.

It's about something so much better --> learning the secret to being content in every possible circumstance or season of life, from the best to the worst.

(Hint: If we have Christ, we're good.)

Philippians 4:10-13

]]> This Sunday we unpack one of the most coffee-mugged verses in all of Scripture: "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."

Nope, this verse is not a promise that being a Christian means being able to actualize all our dreams and desires.

It's about something so much better --> learning the secret to being content in every possible circumstance or season of life, from the best to the worst.

(Hint: If we have Christ, we're good.)

Philippians 4:10-13

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5534443 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2571 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday we unpack one of the most coffee-mugged verses in all of Scripture: "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." Nope, this verse is not a promise that being a Christian means being able to actualize all our dreams and desires. It's about something so much better --> learning the secret to being content in every possible circumstance or season of life, from the best to the worst. (Hint: If we have Christ, we're good.) Philippians 4:10-13 Sermon: Filling Our Heads With All That's True, Good, and Beautiful Sermon: Filling Our Heads With All That's True, Good, and Beautiful In Philippians 4:8, we hear the Spirit calling us to set our thoughts on "whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and commendable."

To do this would require at least two things:
1. there needs to be an objective standard of truth, goodness, and beauty in our world.
2. we need to have the ability to actually pursue a life shaped by those things.

So ... are 1 and 2 true? 
Find out in this sermon!

]]> In Philippians 4:8, we hear the Spirit calling us to set our thoughts on "whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and commendable."

To do this would require at least two things:
1. there needs to be an objective standard of truth, goodness, and beauty in our world.
2. we need to have the ability to actually pursue a life shaped by those things.

So ... are 1 and 2 true? 
Find out in this sermon!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5434909 Sun, 13 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1914 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn Philippians 4:8, we hear the Spirit calling us to set our thoughts on "whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and commendable." To do this would require at least two things: 1. there needs to be an objective standard of truth, goodness, and beauty in our world. 2. we need to have the ability to actually pursue a life shaped by those things. So ... are 1 and 2 true?  Find out in this sermon! Sermon: Conflict Resolution in Light of the Gospel Sermon: Conflict Resolution in Light of the Gospel Two of the most solid gospel women in the early church ... had a real big fight!

Does that surprise you? It shouldn't. Life lived by sinners in community with other sinners will inevitably be attended by conflict. So the question is never "How can we avoid all conflict?" but rather "How can the gospel inform how we move through conflict together?"

In this sermon the Sprit gives us some words meant to help us do just that.

Philippians 4:2-3 

]]> Two of the most solid gospel women in the early church ... had a real big fight!

Does that surprise you? It shouldn't. Life lived by sinners in community with other sinners will inevitably be attended by conflict. So the question is never "How can we avoid all conflict?" but rather "How can the gospel inform how we move through conflict together?"

In this sermon the Sprit gives us some words meant to help us do just that.

Philippians 4:2-3 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5336533 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2425 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgTwo of the most solid gospel women in the early church ... had a real big fight! Does that surprise you? It shouldn't. Life lived by sinners in community with other sinners will inevitably be attended by conflict. So the question is never "How can we avoid all conflict?" but rather "How can the gospel inform how we move through conflict together?" In this sermon the Sprit gives us some words meant to help us do just that. Philippians 4:2-3  Sermon: Truth and Tears Go Together Sermon: Truth and Tears Go Together This week the Spirit hits us with a helpful one-two punch. First, we are shown the dead-end of a life lived as an "enemy of the cross." Second, we are taught what our disposition should be toward those who do. Might not be what you are expecting!

]]> This week the Spirit hits us with a helpful one-two punch. First, we are shown the dead-end of a life lived as an "enemy of the cross." Second, we are taught what our disposition should be toward those who do. Might not be what you are expecting!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5223532 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2169 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis week the Spirit hits us with a helpful one-two punch. First, we are shown the dead-end of a life lived as an "enemy of the cross." Second, we are taught what our disposition should be toward those who do. Might not be what you are expecting! Sermon: Tough and Tender Men Who Take Responsibility Sermon: Tough and Tender Men Who Take Responsibility If you had 48 unrushed, undistracted hours with a group of young men who were serious about living a gospel-centered life, what truths would you press with them?

On Sunday we’ll be inviting everyone into what our answer was this past weekend at our Young Men’s Intensive.

We walk through a handful of texts that cast a beautiful vision for Seven Mile Road being filled with tough and tender men who take responsibility for themselves, their homes, and their church, sweating and bleeding for the good of others.

]]> If you had 48 unrushed, undistracted hours with a group of young men who were serious about living a gospel-centered life, what truths would you press with them?

On Sunday we’ll be inviting everyone into what our answer was this past weekend at our Young Men’s Intensive.

We walk through a handful of texts that cast a beautiful vision for Seven Mile Road being filled with tough and tender men who take responsibility for themselves, their homes, and their church, sweating and bleeding for the good of others.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5123230 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2847 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIf you had 48 unrushed, undistracted hours with a group of young men who were serious about living a gospel-centered life, what truths would you press with them? On Sunday we’ll be inviting everyone into what our answer was this past weekend at our Young Men’s Intensive. We walk through a handful of texts that cast a beautiful vision for Seven Mile Road being filled with tough and tender men who take responsibility for themselves, their homes, and their church, sweating and bleeding for the good of others. Sermon: Hearing About Gospel Advance in the City of Fitchburg Sermon: Hearing About Gospel Advance in the City of Fitchburg In this sermon we were delighted to have Johnny Aleman and his wife Brianna from Highland in Fitchburg* with us at Seven Mile Road!! Johnny has been handling much of the pastoral work in this season of transition for their church, and doing it beautifully. He and his wife are committed long-term to the advance of the gospel in their city in whatever way Christ would have them be a part of it. In this episode we hear their story.

* This is the church who is considering finishing their course by streaming into the potential planting of a Seven Mile Road church in Fitchburg.

]]> In this sermon we were delighted to have Johnny Aleman and his wife Brianna from Highland in Fitchburg* with us at Seven Mile Road!! Johnny has been handling much of the pastoral work in this season of transition for their church, and doing it beautifully. He and his wife are committed long-term to the advance of the gospel in their city in whatever way Christ would have them be a part of it. In this episode we hear their story.

* This is the church who is considering finishing their course by streaming into the potential planting of a Seven Mile Road church in Fitchburg.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-5034803 Sun, 16 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 3259 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon we were delighted to have Johnny Aleman and his wife Brianna from Highland in Fitchburg* with us at Seven Mile Road!! Johnny has been handling much of the pastoral work in this season of transition for their church, and doing it beautifully. He and his wife are committed long-term to the advance of the gospel in their city in whatever way Christ would have them be a part of it. In this episode we hear their story. * This is the church who is considering finishing their course by streaming into the potential planting of a Seven Mile Road church in Fitchburg. Sermon: Suffering As A Means To Know Christ More Deeply Sermon: Suffering As A Means To Know Christ More Deeply Which question better captures your response to the suffering that God allows in your life?

1: “I shouldn’t have to suffer like this. How do I escape it?”
2: “This suffering is hard, but it’s a means of knowing Christ more deeply. How can I endure it toward that end?”

In this Sermon we do some work in Philippians 3:10 and see that, beautifully, the gospel-centered answer is #2.

Note: If God has you in a season of suffering right now, especially of the kind where you’ve been treated unfairly, these words should help.

]]> Which question better captures your response to the suffering that God allows in your life?

1: “I shouldn’t have to suffer like this. How do I escape it?”
2: “This suffering is hard, but it’s a means of knowing Christ more deeply. How can I endure it toward that end?”

In this Sermon we do some work in Philippians 3:10 and see that, beautifully, the gospel-centered answer is #2.

Note: If God has you in a season of suffering right now, especially of the kind where you’ve been treated unfairly, these words should help.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4935839 Sun, 09 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2284 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhich question better captures your response to the suffering that God allows in your life? 1: “I shouldn’t have to suffer like this. How do I escape it?” 2: “This suffering is hard, but it’s a means of knowing Christ more deeply. How can I endure it toward that end?” In this Sermon we do some work in Philippians 3:10 and see that, beautifully, the gospel-centered answer is #2. Note: If God has you in a season of suffering right now, especially of the kind where you’ve been treated unfairly, these words should help. Sermon: Jesus Is Worth Every Effort Sermon: Jesus Is Worth Every Effort The ring. The trophy. The badge. The degree. The stage. Whatever your profession, hobby, or calling there’s a reason why you continue to persevere in it. And sooner or later, we realize that thing falls short of satisfying you completely.


This week we look with Pastor Dan of Seven Mile Road Malden to Philippians 3:12-16 as Paul gives us a clear picture of why Jesus is worth every effort.

]]> The ring. The trophy. The badge. The degree. The stage. Whatever your profession, hobby, or calling there’s a reason why you continue to persevere in it. And sooner or later, we realize that thing falls short of satisfying you completely.


This week we look with Pastor Dan of Seven Mile Road Malden to Philippians 3:12-16 as Paul gives us a clear picture of why Jesus is worth every effort.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4732487 Sun, 26 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1498 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe ring. The trophy. The badge. The degree. The stage. Whatever your profession, hobby, or calling there’s a reason why you continue to persevere in it. And sooner or later, we realize that thing falls short of satisfying you completely. This week we look with Pastor Dan of Seven Mile Road Malden to Philippians 3:12-16 as Paul gives us a clear picture of why Jesus is worth every effort. Sermon: The Power of Knowing Jesus Personally Sermon: The Power of Knowing Jesus Personally After hearing of Paul’s warning against putting confidence in our flesh, we are given one of the clearest and strongest summaries of what it means to know Jesus. 

We will see that the Christian faith in Jesus is not a code of conduct or practice of religious activities. It is a relationship with Jesus Christ by faith. 

There are powerful realities that come from personally knowing Jesus that we will unpack together.

Philippians 3:8-11

]]> After hearing of Paul’s warning against putting confidence in our flesh, we are given one of the clearest and strongest summaries of what it means to know Jesus. 

We will see that the Christian faith in Jesus is not a code of conduct or practice of religious activities. It is a relationship with Jesus Christ by faith. 

There are powerful realities that come from personally knowing Jesus that we will unpack together.

Philippians 3:8-11

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4640684 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2040 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter hearing of Paul’s warning against putting confidence in our flesh, we are given one of the clearest and strongest summaries of what it means to know Jesus.  We will see that the Christian faith in Jesus is not a code of conduct or practice of religious activities. It is a relationship with Jesus Christ by faith.  There are powerful realities that come from personally knowing Jesus that we will unpack together. Philippians 3:8-11 Sermon: Not By Our Own Efforts Sermon: Not By Our Own Efforts In this sermon as we embark on Philippians chapter 3, we run into the Apostle’s autobiographical accounting of his life before following Jesus Christ.

As he takes stock, he reminds us to “put no confidence in the flesh.” The marvelous gospel work that must begin in each of us is recognizing that we are spiritually bankrupt on our own. What things are we and our fellow Bostonians tempted to find our worth and value in? How do those ultimately rate?

Philippians 3:1-7

]]> In this sermon as we embark on Philippians chapter 3, we run into the Apostle’s autobiographical accounting of his life before following Jesus Christ.

As he takes stock, he reminds us to “put no confidence in the flesh.” The marvelous gospel work that must begin in each of us is recognizing that we are spiritually bankrupt on our own. What things are we and our fellow Bostonians tempted to find our worth and value in? How do those ultimately rate?

Philippians 3:1-7

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4551230 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1832 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon as we embark on Philippians chapter 3, we run into the Apostle’s autobiographical accounting of his life before following Jesus Christ. As he takes stock, he reminds us to “put no confidence in the flesh.” The marvelous gospel work that must begin in each of us is recognizing that we are spiritually bankrupt on our own. What things are we and our fellow Bostonians tempted to find our worth and value in? How do those ultimately rate? Philippians 3:1-7 Sermon: What Other-Centered Living Looks Like Sermon: What Other-Centered Living Looks Like One of the marks of a church's embrace of gospel-centrality is the curtailing of self-interest by everyone --> we all begin to live for what's best for the mission and not just best for ourselves. OK, sounds nice, but what does that look like in real-life? This Sunday we'll see as we finish our look at the glorious second chapter of Philippians.

]]> One of the marks of a church's embrace of gospel-centrality is the curtailing of self-interest by everyone --> we all begin to live for what's best for the mission and not just best for ourselves. OK, sounds nice, but what does that look like in real-life? This Sunday we'll see as we finish our look at the glorious second chapter of Philippians.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4363085 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2333 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOne of the marks of a church's embrace of gospel-centrality is the curtailing of self-interest by everyone --> we all begin to live for what's best for the mission and not just best for ourselves. OK, sounds nice, but what does that look like in real-life? This Sunday we'll see as we finish our look at the glorious second chapter of Philippians. Sermon: 3 Things a Good Dad Says to His Sons and Daughters Sermon: 3 Things a Good Dad Says to His Sons and Daughters For this sermon, we are in the Biblical book of Philippians and feel the import of Paul referring to Timothy's work with him being "like a son with his father."

Being a dad is a good and glorious reality, but not because Hallmark says so once a year. The earthly fatherhood that we experience is rooted in a prior and deeper and holier Fatherhood. And the way that God is Father to His sons and daughters needs to shape the way we are to ours.

Philippians 2:19-24

]]> For this sermon, we are in the Biblical book of Philippians and feel the import of Paul referring to Timothy's work with him being "like a son with his father."

Being a dad is a good and glorious reality, but not because Hallmark says so once a year. The earthly fatherhood that we experience is rooted in a prior and deeper and holier Fatherhood. And the way that God is Father to His sons and daughters needs to shape the way we are to ours.

Philippians 2:19-24

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4270991 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0400 2455 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgFor this sermon, we are in the Biblical book of Philippians and feel the import of Paul referring to Timothy's work with him being "like a son with his father." Being a dad is a good and glorious reality, but not because Hallmark says so once a year. The earthly fatherhood that we experience is rooted in a prior and deeper and holier Fatherhood. And the way that God is Father to His sons and daughters needs to shape the way we are to ours. Philippians 2:19-24 Sermon: Wedding Our Public Worship with the Pursuit of Justice Sermon: Wedding Our Public Worship with the Pursuit of Justice We don't preach to the news cycle at Seven Mile Road, but we do work hard to help all of us see all of life through the lens of the gospel. So how are gospel people to understand and respond to plagues and riots and everything else that's happening. In this sermon, we hear some strong words from the prophet Amos about how the public worship life of the church MUST BE accompanied by a concern for and pursuit of justice and righteousness ... and how God responds when it's not.

]]> We don't preach to the news cycle at Seven Mile Road, but we do work hard to help all of us see all of life through the lens of the gospel. So how are gospel people to understand and respond to plagues and riots and everything else that's happening. In this sermon, we hear some strong words from the prophet Amos about how the public worship life of the church MUST BE accompanied by a concern for and pursuit of justice and righteousness ... and how God responds when it's not.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4182122 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2722 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe don't preach to the news cycle at Seven Mile Road, but we do work hard to help all of us see all of life through the lens of the gospel. So how are gospel people to understand and respond to plagues and riots and everything else that's happening. In this sermon, we hear some strong words from the prophet Amos about how the public worship life of the church MUST BE accompanied by a concern for and pursuit of justice and righteousness ... and how God responds when it's not. Sermon: Gathering Together Is A Grace, Not A Given Sermon: Gathering Together Is A Grace, Not A Given In this sermon, we pause from our happy trek through the book of Philippians to spend some time in Psalm 84. In this psalm, the singer bears his soul about how exhausted he is from being kept out from the physical assembly of God's people. We're reminded that gathering together in this life is a grace, not a given, allowing these words to orient our hearts to the big "why" of gathering together, whether it's this Sunday for us or in the near future.

]]> In this sermon, we pause from our happy trek through the book of Philippians to spend some time in Psalm 84. In this psalm, the singer bears his soul about how exhausted he is from being kept out from the physical assembly of God's people. We're reminded that gathering together in this life is a grace, not a given, allowing these words to orient our hearts to the big "why" of gathering together, whether it's this Sunday for us or in the near future.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-4087112 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0400 2143 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we pause from our happy trek through the book of Philippians to spend some time in Psalm 84. In this psalm, the singer bears his soul about how exhausted he is from being kept out from the physical assembly of God's people. We're reminded that gathering together in this life is a grace, not a given, allowing these words to orient our hearts to the big "why" of gathering together, whether it's this Sunday for us or in the near future. Sermon: Pursuing An Anti-Grumbling-and-Disputing Church Culture Sermon: Pursuing An Anti-Grumbling-and-Disputing Church Culture The Spirit calls us to do EVERYTHING we do with "no grumbling and no disputing," that we might stand out (like stars in the sky do) from the darkness and animosity that marks the culture we live in. Over the next few weeks, we are being given a HUGE OPPORTUNITY to live this out as a church as we navigate Phase 1 of re-entry together. This Sunday we talked about why and how we can do this with a humility and unity that springs from and shows off the gospel.

]]> The Spirit calls us to do EVERYTHING we do with "no grumbling and no disputing," that we might stand out (like stars in the sky do) from the darkness and animosity that marks the culture we live in. Over the next few weeks, we are being given a HUGE OPPORTUNITY to live this out as a church as we navigate Phase 1 of re-entry together. This Sunday we talked about why and how we can do this with a humility and unity that springs from and shows off the gospel.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-3985646 Sun, 31 May 2020 11:00:00 -0400 2206 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Spirit calls us to do EVERYTHING we do with "no grumbling and no disputing," that we might stand out (like stars in the sky do) from the darkness and animosity that marks the culture we live in. Over the next few weeks, we are being given a HUGE OPPORTUNITY to live this out as a church as we navigate Phase 1 of re-entry together. This Sunday we talked about why and how we can do this with a humility and unity that springs from and shows off the gospel. Stories: Seven Stories of Lament and Joy in Lockdown Stories: Seven Stories of Lament and Joy in Lockdown On Sunday, May 4 we heard from 7 folks about their laments, joys, and opportunities for gospel advance that have been unique to this season. Stories start at 17:25.

]]> On Sunday, May 4 we heard from 7 folks about their laments, joys, and opportunities for gospel advance that have been unique to this season. Stories start at 17:25.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3897833 Sun, 24 May 2020 16:00:00 -0400 4321 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOn Sunday, May 4 we heard from 7 folks about their laments, joys, and opportunities for gospel advance that have been unique to this season. Stories start at 17:25. Sermon: Becoming Who We Are, With God's Help Sermon: Becoming Who We Are, With God's Help The gospel life is shaped by three different "time" realities: the past, the present, and the future. We have been saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved, 100%! This Sunday the Spirit zeroes in on the present, calling us to "be who we are" by working out our salvation in real-time, happily aware that it is God who is working in us.

Philippians 2:12-13

]]> The gospel life is shaped by three different "time" realities: the past, the present, and the future. We have been saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved, 100%! This Sunday the Spirit zeroes in on the present, calling us to "be who we are" by working out our salvation in real-time, happily aware that it is God who is working in us.

Philippians 2:12-13

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3793973 Sun, 17 May 2020 11:00:00 -0400 1816 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe gospel life is shaped by three different "time" realities: the past, the present, and the future. We have been saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved, 100%! This Sunday the Spirit zeroes in on the present, calling us to "be who we are" by working out our salvation in real-time, happily aware that it is God who is working in us. Philippians 2:12-13 Intensive: How To Read Your Bible On Your Own Intensive: How To Read Your Bible On Your Own Here is the audio from the May Intensive on How To Read Your Bible On Your Own.

To follow along with the notes, open this Google doc:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lVq4BGYciFmn6GzJyRFcTF5RcjAJnZSnRUJz73JRBmk/edit?usp=sharing

]]> Here is the audio from the May Intensive on How To Read Your Bible On Your Own.

To follow along with the notes, open this Google doc:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lVq4BGYciFmn6GzJyRFcTF5RcjAJnZSnRUJz73JRBmk/edit?usp=sharing

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3708986 Mon, 11 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400 4626 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHere is the audio from the May Intensive on How To Read Your Bible On Your Own. To follow along with the notes, open this Google doc: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lVq4BGYciFmn6GzJyRFcTF5RcjAJnZSnRUJz73JRBmk/edit?usp=sharing Sermon: He Is Finally First, What The Exaltation Of Jesus Means Sermon: He Is Finally First, What The Exaltation Of Jesus Means After humbling Himself to the lowest of lows, He was finally raised to the rafters. He has been highly exalted and given a name. This has huge implications for us on how we live, why we worship, and to knowing what God is like. We learn about Jesus this Sunday in His exalted place and why it matters.

Philippians 2:9-11

]]> After humbling Himself to the lowest of lows, He was finally raised to the rafters. He has been highly exalted and given a name. This has huge implications for us on how we live, why we worship, and to knowing what God is like. We learn about Jesus this Sunday in His exalted place and why it matters.

Philippians 2:9-11

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3799337 Sun, 10 May 2020 17:00:00 -0400 1939 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter humbling Himself to the lowest of lows, He was finally raised to the rafters. He has been highly exalted and given a name. This has huge implications for us on how we live, why we worship, and to knowing what God is like. We learn about Jesus this Sunday in His exalted place and why it matters. Philippians 2:9-11 Sermon: Jesus Did Not Resent Going Low To Serve ... And We Cannot, Either Sermon: Jesus Did Not Resent Going Low To Serve ... And We Cannot, Either After calling us to embrace a gospel "mentality" that looks to the interest of others, even at great cost to ourselves, the Spirit now presents us with the archetype of such a mentality: Christ. He who was "very God of very God" humbled Himself to the lowest of lows, looking not to His own interests, but to the interests of others. In this sermon, we watch Christ live out what He calls us to.

Reference: Philippians 2:5-8

]]> After calling us to embrace a gospel "mentality" that looks to the interest of others, even at great cost to ourselves, the Spirit now presents us with the archetype of such a mentality: Christ. He who was "very God of very God" humbled Himself to the lowest of lows, looking not to His own interests, but to the interests of others. In this sermon, we watch Christ live out what He calls us to.

Reference: Philippians 2:5-8

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-3600913 Sun, 03 May 2020 11:00:00 -0400 1908 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAfter calling us to embrace a gospel "mentality" that looks to the interest of others, even at great cost to ourselves, the Spirit now presents us with the archetype of such a mentality: Christ. He who was "very God of very God" humbled Himself to the lowest of lows, looking not to His own interests, but to the interests of others. In this sermon, we watch Christ live out what He calls us to. Reference: Philippians 2:5-8 Sermon: All Of Us Embracing The Mentality That Fosters Unity Sermon: All Of Us Embracing The Mentality That Fosters Unity Imagine a church culture where every-single-body is as (or more!) concerned with the interests of others as they are of their own? Where there’s no rivalry or conceit or self-interest? Woah. As we move into the “second chapter” of the Spirit’s words to the Christians at Philippi, this is exactly what we hear Paul calling them – and us - to.


Reference: Philippians 2:1-4

]]> Imagine a church culture where every-single-body is as (or more!) concerned with the interests of others as they are of their own? Where there’s no rivalry or conceit or self-interest? Woah. As we move into the “second chapter” of the Spirit’s words to the Christians at Philippi, this is exactly what we hear Paul calling them – and us - to.


Reference: Philippians 2:1-4

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-3511945 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0400 2016 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgImagine a church culture where every-single-body is as (or more!) concerned with the interests of others as they are of their own? Where there’s no rivalry or conceit or self-interest? Woah. As we move into the “second chapter” of the Spirit’s words to the Christians at Philippi, this is exactly what we hear Paul calling them – and us - to. Reference: Philippians 2:1-4 Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because We Are Citizens of Jesus' City Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because We Are Citizens of Jesus' City As we continue to press in on the letter to the Philippians hearing about how Paul worked during his lockdown, we come to the concept of a citizen. More than mere civic responsibilities, Paul writes about Gospel Citizens. To a church distanced some 4600 miles, Paul explains this concept. We too a church distanced, not by so many miles but still feeling very dispersed, receive the same concept that shapes our understanding of what God is calling us to be in the world together –even during a pandemic.

Philippians 1:27-30

]]> As we continue to press in on the letter to the Philippians hearing about how Paul worked during his lockdown, we come to the concept of a citizen. More than mere civic responsibilities, Paul writes about Gospel Citizens. To a church distanced some 4600 miles, Paul explains this concept. We too a church distanced, not by so many miles but still feeling very dispersed, receive the same concept that shapes our understanding of what God is calling us to be in the world together –even during a pandemic.

Philippians 1:27-30

]]> Tim Barker Buzzsprout-3512182 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0400 1777 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we continue to press in on the letter to the Philippians hearing about how Paul worked during his lockdown, we come to the concept of a citizen. More than mere civic responsibilities, Paul writes about Gospel Citizens. To a church distanced some 4600 miles, Paul explains this concept. We too a church distanced, not by so many miles but still feeling very dispersed, receive the same concept that shapes our understanding of what God is calling us to be in the world together –even during a pandemic. Philippians 1:27-30 Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain All of us come into Easter 2020 with heavy, heavy hearts. Sorrow, fear, and confusion abound, and rightfully so. Yet it's important to remember that the very first Easter began similarly. Jesus was dead, and everyone who loved and hoped in him thought all was lost. Into that space the Risen Christ showed up, speaking words of comfort and hope. In this sermon, we hear what a life shaped by the truth of His resurrection looks like.

Reference: Philippians 1:18b-26

]]> All of us come into Easter 2020 with heavy, heavy hearts. Sorrow, fear, and confusion abound, and rightfully so. Yet it's important to remember that the very first Easter began similarly. Jesus was dead, and everyone who loved and hoped in him thought all was lost. Into that space the Risen Christ showed up, speaking words of comfort and hope. In this sermon, we hear what a life shaped by the truth of His resurrection looks like.

Reference: Philippians 1:18b-26

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-3334291 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0400 2030 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAll of us come into Easter 2020 with heavy, heavy hearts. Sorrow, fear, and confusion abound, and rightfully so. Yet it's important to remember that the very first Easter began similarly. Jesus was dead, and everyone who loved and hoped in him thought all was lost. Into that space the Risen Christ showed up, speaking words of comfort and hope. In this sermon, we hear what a life shaped by the truth of His resurrection looks like. Reference: Philippians 1:18b-26 Update: How We Are Doing Church Together This Easter Update: How We Are Doing Church Together This Easter In this update, we hit on the essentials of how we are going about our mission in this unusual Holy Week.

]]> In this update, we hit on the essentials of how we are going about our mission in this unusual Holy Week.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3262087 Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:00:00 -0400 1429 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this update, we hit on the essentials of how we are going about our mission in this unusual Holy Week. Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because The Gospel's Still Advancing, And As Long As That's Happening We're Good Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because The Gospel's Still Advancing, And As Long As That's Happening We're Good In this sermon, we continue allowing the words of the Biblical book of Philippians to shape our souls as we live through the Coronavirus crisis. Although Paul was on lockdown, the gospel wasn't, as all kinds of folks filled his shoes and preached gospel. What's odd is that some did it from pure motives, and some not-so-pure. What's even more odd is Paul's response, which will surprise, comfort, and challenge us.

Reference: Philippians 1:15-18 (edited) 

]]> In this sermon, we continue allowing the words of the Biblical book of Philippians to shape our souls as we live through the Coronavirus crisis. Although Paul was on lockdown, the gospel wasn't, as all kinds of folks filled his shoes and preached gospel. What's odd is that some did it from pure motives, and some not-so-pure. What's even more odd is Paul's response, which will surprise, comfort, and challenge us.

Reference: Philippians 1:15-18 (edited) 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3243577 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 12:00:00 -0400 1575 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we continue allowing the words of the Biblical book of Philippians to shape our souls as we live through the Coronavirus crisis. Although Paul was on lockdown, the gospel wasn't, as all kinds of folks filled his shoes and preached gospel. What's odd is that some did it from pure motives, and some not-so-pure. What's even more odd is Paul's response, which will surprise, comfort, and challenge us. Reference: Philippians 1:15-18 (edited)  Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because God Is Able To Advance The Gospel Even In Apparent Setbacks Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because God Is Able To Advance The Gospel Even In Apparent Setbacks In this sermon, we hear a most paradoxical and encouraging word from the Spirit. "What has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel." This such an important axiom for us to pound into our souls: God is always at work accomplishing His gospel purposes ... even in apparent setbacks.

Reference: Philippians 1:12-14

]]> In this sermon, we hear a most paradoxical and encouraging word from the Spirit. "What has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel." This such an important axiom for us to pound into our souls: God is always at work accomplishing His gospel purposes ... even in apparent setbacks.

Reference: Philippians 1:12-14

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-3175219 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400 1735 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we hear a most paradoxical and encouraging word from the Spirit. "What has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel." This such an important axiom for us to pound into our souls: God is always at work accomplishing His gospel purposes ... even in apparent setbacks. Reference: Philippians 1:12-14 Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because of God's Work in His People Sermon: Joy in Lockdown Because of God's Work in His People Paul begins his letter to the Philippians with a note of thankful joy. Wait, what? How can he be joyful while on lockdown? He remembers their partnership in the gospel from the first day he met them ... and he anticipates their partnership in the gospel to the last day. And this because he knows the faithfulness of God.

]]> Paul begins his letter to the Philippians with a note of thankful joy. Wait, what? How can he be joyful while on lockdown? He remembers their partnership in the gospel from the first day he met them ... and he anticipates their partnership in the gospel to the last day. And this because he knows the faithfulness of God.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3084949 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 14:00:00 -0400 1122 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPaul begins his letter to the Philippians with a note of thankful joy. Wait, what? How can he be joyful while on lockdown? He remembers their partnership in the gospel from the first day he met them ... and he anticipates their partnership in the gospel to the last day. And this because he knows the faithfulness of God. Song: Imagine Song: Imagine Yes, John Lennon was a spectacularly gifted artist.

But the gospel he preached was false. And therefore bankrupt.

Now that a mashup of Lennon's Imagine is trending on social media, we thought we'd make available our track of the same name, yet with a strikingly different vision.

We wrote this in the early days of Seven Mile Road. 

John Frederick on vocals. 

]]> Yes, John Lennon was a spectacularly gifted artist.

But the gospel he preached was false. And therefore bankrupt.

Now that a mashup of Lennon's Imagine is trending on social media, we thought we'd make available our track of the same name, yet with a strikingly different vision.

We wrote this in the early days of Seven Mile Road. 

John Frederick on vocals. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-3057457 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0400 255 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgYes, John Lennon was a spectacularly gifted artist. But the gospel he preached was false. And therefore bankrupt. Now that a mashup of Lennon's Imagine is trending on social media, we thought we'd make available our track of the same name, yet with a strikingly different vision. We wrote this in the early days of Seven Mile Road.  John Frederick on vocals.  Sermon: That Time Paul Was In Lockdown Sermon: That Time Paul Was In Lockdown In our first-ever "over Zoom" sermon*, we walked through the first two verses of Jesus's Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians, which was written during a time when he was "on lockdown" in a Roman jail cell. We are expecting Paul to be angry or depressed or paralyzed, but instead we see just the opposite! He is thankful and rejoicing and busy with whatever gospel work is before him. What would it look like for us to be this way in this unprecedented season of social distancing due to Coronavirus?

* This sermon was preached on March 15, the first Sunday on which large gatherings in Melrose, Massachusetts were suspended due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The first few seconds are orienting people to the Zoom call reality.

]]> In our first-ever "over Zoom" sermon*, we walked through the first two verses of Jesus's Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians, which was written during a time when he was "on lockdown" in a Roman jail cell. We are expecting Paul to be angry or depressed or paralyzed, but instead we see just the opposite! He is thankful and rejoicing and busy with whatever gospel work is before him. What would it look like for us to be this way in this unprecedented season of social distancing due to Coronavirus?

* This sermon was preached on March 15, the first Sunday on which large gatherings in Melrose, Massachusetts were suspended due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The first few seconds are orienting people to the Zoom call reality.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-3013105 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 11:00:00 -0400 1653 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn our first-ever "over Zoom" sermon*, we walked through the first two verses of Jesus's Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians, which was written during a time when he was "on lockdown" in a Roman jail cell. We are expecting Paul to be angry or depressed or paralyzed, but instead we see just the opposite! He is thankful and rejoicing and busy with whatever gospel work is before him. What would it look like for us to be this way in this unprecedented season of social distancing due to Coronavirus? * This sermon was preached on March 15, the first Sunday on which large gatherings in Melrose, Massachusetts were suspended due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The first few seconds are orienting people to the Zoom call reality. Sermon: The Work Of Reform Flows When Our Marriages Are Aligned Sermon: The Work Of Reform Flows When Our Marriages Are Aligned Marriage is meant to not only display the gospel but to advance it. This means it’s essential for a husband and wife to be aligned in their love for God and devotion to His mission. And so it’s no surprise that one of the 3 big commitments we see the people make as they begin their new life together is that they will not “intermarry” with outsiders. In this sermon, we think on why this was important and what it means (and does not mean) for us.

Reference: Nehemiah 10:30

]]> Marriage is meant to not only display the gospel but to advance it. This means it’s essential for a husband and wife to be aligned in their love for God and devotion to His mission. And so it’s no surprise that one of the 3 big commitments we see the people make as they begin their new life together is that they will not “intermarry” with outsiders. In this sermon, we think on why this was important and what it means (and does not mean) for us.

Reference: Nehemiah 10:30

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2948590 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 12:00:00 -0400 2160 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMarriage is meant to not only display the gospel but to advance it. This means it’s essential for a husband and wife to be aligned in their love for God and devotion to His mission. And so it’s no surprise that one of the 3 big commitments we see the people make as they begin their new life together is that they will not “intermarry” with outsiders. In this sermon, we think on why this was important and what it means (and does not mean) for us. Reference: Nehemiah 10:30 Sermon: Welcoming 17 New Bostonians Into The Life And Onto Mission Of Seven Mile Road Sermon: Welcoming 17 New Bostonians Into The Life And Onto Mission Of Seven Mile Road This Sunday we welcomed a whole new crew of Bostonians into the life, under the care, and onto the mission of Seven Mile Road. We began in Nehemiah 11, noting the courage displayed by those who willingly moved back into Jerusalem and connecting that with the commitment to invest our lives in the advance of the gospel through the local church. Then we heard (briefly!) from folks who are stepping in with us.

Reference: Nehemiah 11:1-2

]]> This Sunday we welcomed a whole new crew of Bostonians into the life, under the care, and onto the mission of Seven Mile Road. We began in Nehemiah 11, noting the courage displayed by those who willingly moved back into Jerusalem and connecting that with the commitment to invest our lives in the advance of the gospel through the local church. Then we heard (briefly!) from folks who are stepping in with us.

Reference: Nehemiah 11:1-2

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2881579 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 11:00:00 -0500 1860 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday we welcomed a whole new crew of Bostonians into the life, under the care, and onto the mission of Seven Mile Road. We began in Nehemiah 11, noting the courage displayed by those who willingly moved back into Jerusalem and connecting that with the commitment to invest our lives in the advance of the gospel through the local church. Then we heard (briefly!) from folks who are stepping in with us. Reference: Nehemiah 11:1-2 Sermon: The 6 Essentials of Song at Seven Mile Road Sermon: The 6 Essentials of Song at Seven Mile Road Nehemiah (in chapter 12) recounts what happened on Dedication Day: the city has been rebuilt and repopulated and now everyone gathers to celebrate. Two choirs of men encircle the city and lead everyone in such loud and raucous singing that their voices can be heard from miles away. In this sermon, we talk about how this scene - with godly men leading and everyone singing together - informs our song life at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Nehemiah (in chapter 12) recounts what happened on Dedication Day: the city has been rebuilt and repopulated and now everyone gathers to celebrate. Two choirs of men encircle the city and lead everyone in such loud and raucous singing that their voices can be heard from miles away. In this sermon, we talk about how this scene - with godly men leading and everyone singing together - informs our song life at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2816827 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2538 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgNehemiah (in chapter 12) recounts what happened on Dedication Day: the city has been rebuilt and repopulated and now everyone gathers to celebrate. Two choirs of men encircle the city and lead everyone in such loud and raucous singing that their voices can be heard from miles away. In this sermon, we talk about how this scene - with godly men leading and everyone singing together - informs our song life at Seven Mile Road. Sermon: The Work of Reform is Funded by You and I Giving Generously Sermon: The Work of Reform is Funded by You and I Giving Generously Nehemiah and the people have sorrowed over their sin and reveled in God’s grace, and now they covenant together on the 3 specific things, one of which is committing themselves to “funding the ministry” of Jerusalem. They knew that the only way right worship could be restored to the city was if they gave generously to it, so they went all in!

In this sermon, we’ll see what drove their eagerness to give and ask how this can inform our life together at Seven Mile Road.

Reference: Nehemiah 10:32-39

]]> Nehemiah and the people have sorrowed over their sin and reveled in God’s grace, and now they covenant together on the 3 specific things, one of which is committing themselves to “funding the ministry” of Jerusalem. They knew that the only way right worship could be restored to the city was if they gave generously to it, so they went all in!

In this sermon, we’ll see what drove their eagerness to give and ask how this can inform our life together at Seven Mile Road.

Reference: Nehemiah 10:32-39

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2695321 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2107 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgNehemiah and the people have sorrowed over their sin and reveled in God’s grace, and now they covenant together on the 3 specific things, one of which is committing themselves to “funding the ministry” of Jerusalem. They knew that the only way right worship could be restored to the city was if they gave generously to it, so they went all in! In this sermon, we’ll see what drove their eagerness to give and ask how this can inform our life together at Seven Mile Road. Reference: Nehemiah 10:32-39 Sermon: The Work of Reform Springs From Our Reveling In The Gospel Sermon: The Work of Reform Springs From Our Reveling In The Gospel In this sermon, we see that the people’s immediate response to hearing the words of God read and explained is to weep over their sin. This is a good response as those tears are a gift from God. And yet Nehemiah quickly instructs them to stop crying and start partying. Why the 180? Because the “joy of the Lord” is our strength.

]]> In this sermon, we see that the people’s immediate response to hearing the words of God read and explained is to weep over their sin. This is a good response as those tears are a gift from God. And yet Nehemiah quickly instructs them to stop crying and start partying. Why the 180? Because the “joy of the Lord” is our strength.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2637409 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2544 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we see that the people’s immediate response to hearing the words of God read and explained is to weep over their sin. This is a good response as those tears are a gift from God. And yet Nehemiah quickly instructs them to stop crying and start partying. Why the 180? Because the “joy of the Lord” is our strength. Sermon: Finding Words to Live By Sermon: Finding Words to Live By The aim, the intent of God’s Word (once understood) is to move us to believe and live it. The Word of God is not an intellectual mind-teaser nor a fascinating story for engaged readers. No, God spoke so that we might believe Him and live for Him specifically in our time and in our place. As we continue on in Nehemiah 8, we are struck by a stark discovery of the people of God that changed the way they lived. We’ll understand their story of discovery and the response that they had before highlighting the principles for us. The remarkable question this week will be, “What might we discover in God’s Word that would mean we never live the same way again?”

]]> The aim, the intent of God’s Word (once understood) is to move us to believe and live it. The Word of God is not an intellectual mind-teaser nor a fascinating story for engaged readers. No, God spoke so that we might believe Him and live for Him specifically in our time and in our place. As we continue on in Nehemiah 8, we are struck by a stark discovery of the people of God that changed the way they lived. We’ll understand their story of discovery and the response that they had before highlighting the principles for us. The remarkable question this week will be, “What might we discover in God’s Word that would mean we never live the same way again?”

]]> Tim Barker Buzzsprout-2578930 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 11:00:00 -0500 1652 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe aim, the intent of God’s Word (once understood) is to move us to believe and live it. The Word of God is not an intellectual mind-teaser nor a fascinating story for engaged readers. No, God spoke so that we might believe Him and live for Him specifically in our time and in our place. As we continue on in Nehemiah 8, we are struck by a stark discovery of the people of God that changed the way they lived. We’ll understand their story of discovery and the response that they had before highlighting the principles for us. The remarkable question this week will be, “What might we discover in God’s Word that would mean we never live the same way again?” Sermon: The Work of Reform Is Lit by the Fuse of the Word of God Sermon: The Work of Reform Is Lit by the Fuse of the Word of God The walls and gates of the city have been re-formed! Now the really hard work comes: it’s time to re-form the people. Where does this work begin? The same place reformations and revivals always begin: with God’s words heralded, heard, understood, embraced. In this sermon, we work through Nehemiah 8:1-8 and catch a vision for a church being alive to the unpacking of Scripture.

]]> The walls and gates of the city have been re-formed! Now the really hard work comes: it’s time to re-form the people. Where does this work begin? The same place reformations and revivals always begin: with God’s words heralded, heard, understood, embraced. In this sermon, we work through Nehemiah 8:1-8 and catch a vision for a church being alive to the unpacking of Scripture.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2525386 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 11:00:00 -0500 1862 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe walls and gates of the city have been re-formed! Now the really hard work comes: it’s time to re-form the people. Where does this work begin? The same place reformations and revivals always begin: with God’s words heralded, heard, understood, embraced. In this sermon, we work through Nehemiah 8:1-8 and catch a vision for a church being alive to the unpacking of Scripture. Sermon: The Work of Reform Requires Qualified Leaders Sermon: The Work of Reform Requires Qualified Leaders As we jump back into Nehemiah’s memoir, we see that the city walls are up and gates are in, but the work is just beginning. Now it’s time to reform the people. But before that work can begin, Nehemiah needs to put someone in charge of “security.” Who does Nehemiah appoint? And, more importantly, why? As we unpack those answers we’ll glean much-needed wisdom for calling leaders in the life and mission of the church.

Reference: Nehemiah 7:1-4.

]]> As we jump back into Nehemiah’s memoir, we see that the city walls are up and gates are in, but the work is just beginning. Now it’s time to reform the people. But before that work can begin, Nehemiah needs to put someone in charge of “security.” Who does Nehemiah appoint? And, more importantly, why? As we unpack those answers we’ll glean much-needed wisdom for calling leaders in the life and mission of the church.

Reference: Nehemiah 7:1-4.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2463242 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2423 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we jump back into Nehemiah’s memoir, we see that the city walls are up and gates are in, but the work is just beginning. Now it’s time to reform the people. But before that work can begin, Nehemiah needs to put someone in charge of “security.” Who does Nehemiah appoint? And, more importantly, why? As we unpack those answers we’ll glean much-needed wisdom for calling leaders in the life and mission of the church. Reference: Nehemiah 7:1-4. Living Porn Free in 2020 Living Porn Free in 2020 In this sermon, we cast vision for how those of us who struggle with porn use can experience freedom in 2020. If porn is an issue for you to one degree or another, this sermon is meant to infuse your soul with optimism and give you some tools for the fight.

]]> In this sermon, we cast vision for how those of us who struggle with porn use can experience freedom in 2020. If porn is an issue for you to one degree or another, this sermon is meant to infuse your soul with optimism and give you some tools for the fight.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-2411036 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2360 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we cast vision for how those of us who struggle with porn use can experience freedom in 2020. If porn is an issue for you to one degree or another, this sermon is meant to infuse your soul with optimism and give you some tools for the fight. Sermon: The Work of Reform is "On God" Sermon: The Work of Reform is "On God" In this sermon, we come across one of the most hilariously anticlimactic sentences in Scripture, as Nehemiah tells us flatly that “the wall was finished in 52 days.” They did it! And fast!! Wow!!! Nehemiah also notes that they did it “with the help of our God.” This thought provides us with an understanding that God - no, for real, God - is involved in our work.

]]> In this sermon, we come across one of the most hilariously anticlimactic sentences in Scripture, as Nehemiah tells us flatly that “the wall was finished in 52 days.” They did it! And fast!! Wow!!! Nehemiah also notes that they did it “with the help of our God.” This thought provides us with an understanding that God - no, for real, God - is involved in our work.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2330888 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 11:00:00 -0500 2132 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we come across one of the most hilariously anticlimactic sentences in Scripture, as Nehemiah tells us flatly that “the wall was finished in 52 days.” They did it! And fast!! Wow!!! Nehemiah also notes that they did it “with the help of our God.” This thought provides us with an understanding that God - no, for real, God - is involved in our work. Sermon: The Work of Reform Always Invites Temptation to Compromise Sermon: The Work of Reform Always Invites Temptation to Compromise Doing the right thing the right way is not easy, and the calls to turn us aside from the work takes many forms. This week in Nehemiah 6 we see natural inclinations can be the drive to ignore what God has said. This pressure could disqualify or nullify the work, so the risk is great.

]]> Doing the right thing the right way is not easy, and the calls to turn us aside from the work takes many forms. This week in Nehemiah 6 we see natural inclinations can be the drive to ignore what God has said. This pressure could disqualify or nullify the work, so the risk is great.

]]> Tim Barker Buzzsprout-2285945 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 11:00:00 -0500 1909 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDoing the right thing the right way is not easy, and the calls to turn us aside from the work takes many forms. This week in Nehemiah 6 we see natural inclinations can be the drive to ignore what God has said. This pressure could disqualify or nullify the work, so the risk is great. Sermon: For Unto Everybody A Child Is Born Sermon: For Unto Everybody A Child Is Born In this sermon, we kick off Advent marveling how the gospel welcomes and unites people across all socioeconomic realities. As we see the birth of Christ heralded to both “shepherds” and “wise men,” we are reminded that God’s grace is for all the people, just as the angel said. We’ll reflect on this truth and think about how it must shape the culture of Seven Mile Road.

]]> In this sermon, we kick off Advent marveling how the gospel welcomes and unites people across all socioeconomic realities. As we see the birth of Christ heralded to both “shepherds” and “wise men,” we are reminded that God’s grace is for all the people, just as the angel said. We’ll reflect on this truth and think about how it must shape the culture of Seven Mile Road.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-2242082 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 11:00:00 -0500 2206 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we kick off Advent marveling how the gospel welcomes and unites people across all socioeconomic realities. As we see the birth of Christ heralded to both “shepherds” and “wise men,” we are reminded that God’s grace is for all the people, just as the angel said. We’ll reflect on this truth and think about how it must shape the culture of Seven Mile Road. Special: Thanksgiving Sunday Special: Thanksgiving Sunday Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-2198741 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 11:00:00 -0500 2165 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Training: The Anatomy of a Seven Mile Road Sermon (Nehemiah 5) Training: The Anatomy of a Seven Mile Road Sermon (Nehemiah 5) In this podcast, we walk through the thought process that went into preaching through the story of Nehemiah opening his table at his expense to bless others.

]]> In this podcast, we walk through the thought process that went into preaching through the story of Nehemiah opening his table at his expense to bless others.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-2117364 Tue, 19 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0500 1339 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this podcast, we walk through the thought process that went into preaching through the story of Nehemiah opening his table at his expense to bless others. Sermon: The Work of Reform Is Never 100% Rosy Sermon: The Work of Reform Is Never 100% Rosy As we’ve preached through the book of Nehemiah, we have seen courage from the people of God as they join in on the work and face external opposition. This week, our story starts to take a turn and we see that the people of God are facing the internal threat of sin in the community. We get to see the difficulties and beauties with confronting sin and repentance. 

]]> As we’ve preached through the book of Nehemiah, we have seen courage from the people of God as they join in on the work and face external opposition. This week, our story starts to take a turn and we see that the people of God are facing the internal threat of sin in the community. We get to see the difficulties and beauties with confronting sin and repentance. 

]]> Matthew McCann Buzzsprout-2032098 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 11:00:00 -0500 1973 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we’ve preached through the book of Nehemiah, we have seen courage from the people of God as they join in on the work and face external opposition. This week, our story starts to take a turn and we see that the people of God are facing the internal threat of sin in the community. We get to see the difficulties and beauties with confronting sin and repentance.  Sermon: You Don't Have To Play Scared Sermon: You Don't Have To Play Scared Several years ago we resolved at Seven Mile Road to “not play scared.” In this sermon, we finish our look at the fourth chapter of Nehemiah and see a beautiful example of what this looks like. Although surrounded by enemies and badgered by some of his countrymen to quit, Nehemiah won’t do it. Instead, he implores the people to trust God and stand strong.

]]> Several years ago we resolved at Seven Mile Road to “not play scared.” In this sermon, we finish our look at the fourth chapter of Nehemiah and see a beautiful example of what this looks like. Although surrounded by enemies and badgered by some of his countrymen to quit, Nehemiah won’t do it. Instead, he implores the people to trust God and stand strong.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1984111 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 10:00:00 -0500 2226 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeveral years ago we resolved at Seven Mile Road to “not play scared.” In this sermon, we finish our look at the fourth chapter of Nehemiah and see a beautiful example of what this looks like. Although surrounded by enemies and badgered by some of his countrymen to quit, Nehemiah won’t do it. Instead, he implores the people to trust God and stand strong. Sermon: The Work of Reform Always Surfaces Opposition Sermon: The Work of Reform Always Surfaces Opposition Nehemiah wasn’t five minutes into his work before the haters started in on him, jeering, questioning, threatening, and attacking his good work. Opposition from the world is a sine qua non for anyone who is about the advance of the gospel. In this sermon, we learn how Nehemiah's responses to those who opposed his work of reform can shape ours.


1:31 PM


]]> Nehemiah wasn’t five minutes into his work before the haters started in on him, jeering, questioning, threatening, and attacking his good work. Opposition from the world is a sine qua non for anyone who is about the advance of the gospel. In this sermon, we learn how Nehemiah's responses to those who opposed his work of reform can shape ours.


1:31 PM


]]> Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1942810 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2159 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgNehemiah wasn’t five minutes into his work before the haters started in on him, jeering, questioning, threatening, and attacking his good work. Opposition from the world is a sine qua non for anyone who is about the advance of the gospel. In this sermon, we learn how Nehemiah's responses to those who opposed his work of reform can shape ours. 1:31 PM Sermon: The Work of Reform Requires Everybody Working Side-by-Side Sermon: The Work of Reform Requires Everybody Working Side-by-Side In this sermon, we see Nehemiah rally the people to the difficult and dangerous task of rebuilding the city … and (almost) everybody jumps in! Way outside their comfort level, they get to work, side-by-side. This is how the gospel advances, and it’s our vision for life at Seven Mile Road.

]]> In this sermon, we see Nehemiah rally the people to the difficult and dangerous task of rebuilding the city … and (almost) everybody jumps in! Way outside their comfort level, they get to work, side-by-side. This is how the gospel advances, and it’s our vision for life at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1897835 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2737 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we see Nehemiah rally the people to the difficult and dangerous task of rebuilding the city … and (almost) everybody jumps in! Way outside their comfort level, they get to work, side-by-side. This is how the gospel advances, and it’s our vision for life at Seven Mile Road. Sermon: The King's Heart Is in The Lord's Hands Sermon: The King's Heart Is in The Lord's Hands As we consider the powerful king that Nehemiah faced-off with in order to carry out the big burden that God had placed on his heart, we will see principles for all of us as we speak to and deal with Power. Whether doing everyday obedience or going for something big that God has called us to, we will encounter powerful individuals that will require us to know some truth deep in our bones about the heart of the king (and all power).

]]> As we consider the powerful king that Nehemiah faced-off with in order to carry out the big burden that God had placed on his heart, we will see principles for all of us as we speak to and deal with Power. Whether doing everyday obedience or going for something big that God has called us to, we will encounter powerful individuals that will require us to know some truth deep in our bones about the heart of the king (and all power).

]]> Seven Mile Road: Tim Barker Buzzsprout-1858831 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 1780 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we consider the powerful king that Nehemiah faced-off with in order to carry out the big burden that God had placed on his heart, we will see principles for all of us as we speak to and deal with Power. Whether doing everyday obedience or going for something big that God has called us to, we will encounter powerful individuals that will require us to know some truth deep in our bones about the heart of the king (and all power). Update: What's happening at Seven Mile? Update: What's happening at Seven Mile? Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1847557 Thu, 10 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0400 1260 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sermon: The Work of Reform Sometimes Requires Big Obediences Sermon: The Work of Reform Sometimes Requires Big Obediences In this sermon, we hear Nehemiah say that God had “put it on his heart” to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. For many of us, we pause at those words because we’ve heard them used recklessly before. While we are right to pause, we also need to embrace the fact that sometimes God does call His sons and daughters to really big obediences. Here we work the text of Nehemiah 2 and see what that looks like.

]]> In this sermon, we hear Nehemiah say that God had “put it on his heart” to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. For many of us, we pause at those words because we’ve heard them used recklessly before. While we are right to pause, we also need to embrace the fact that sometimes God does call His sons and daughters to really big obediences. Here we work the text of Nehemiah 2 and see what that looks like.

]]> Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1821337 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2722 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we hear Nehemiah say that God had “put it on his heart” to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. For many of us, we pause at those words because we’ve heard them used recklessly before. While we are right to pause, we also need to embrace the fact that sometimes God does call His sons and daughters to really big obediences. Here we work the text of Nehemiah 2 and see what that looks like. Sermon: Godly Grief Sparks Beautiful Works of Reform Sermon: Godly Grief Sparks Beautiful Works of Reform Nehemiah is memoir recounting the time that God’s people gave themselves to the good, hard, dangerous work of reform. Our hope is that the truths in this text will strengthen us as we work to build a strong church in a post-Christian context.

In this sermon, we go at two things:

1, getting oriented to the book as a whole
2, working through verses 1-4, where we see how it was Nehemiah’s grief over the state of the city that spurred a beautiful work of reform.

]]> Nehemiah is memoir recounting the time that God’s people gave themselves to the good, hard, dangerous work of reform. Our hope is that the truths in this text will strengthen us as we work to build a strong church in a post-Christian context.

In this sermon, we go at two things:

1, getting oriented to the book as a whole
2, working through verses 1-4, where we see how it was Nehemiah’s grief over the state of the city that spurred a beautiful work of reform.

]]> Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1747417 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2206 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgNehemiah is memoir recounting the time that God’s people gave themselves to the good, hard, dangerous work of reform. Our hope is that the truths in this text will strengthen us as we work to build a strong church in a post-Christian context. In this sermon, we go at two things: 1, getting oriented to the book as a whole 2, working through verses 1-4, where we see how it was Nehemiah’s grief over the state of the city that spurred a beautiful work of reform. Sermon: Water. Blood. Spirit. Sermon: Water. Blood. Spirit. In this final sermon in I John, we hear evidence for believing Jesus and clarity on what trusting in Him means for each of us. The evidence John offers might not be what you expect, but he gives a powerful answer to why you can securely put your trust in Jesus.

]]> In this final sermon in I John, we hear evidence for believing Jesus and clarity on what trusting in Him means for each of us. The evidence John offers might not be what you expect, but he gives a powerful answer to why you can securely put your trust in Jesus.

]]> Tim Barker Buzzsprout-1730110 Sun, 15 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2004 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this final sermon in I John, we hear evidence for believing Jesus and clarity on what trusting in Him means for each of us. The evidence John offers might not be what you expect, but he gives a powerful answer to why you can securely put your trust in Jesus. Sermon: In On Unity. Out On Gossip. Sermon: In On Unity. Out On Gossip. As we step into a new church year together. we’re reminded how the Spirit unites diverse people around “one Lord, one faith, one baptism,” and one mission. We are called to pursue uncommon unity a church, and that means fighting against anything that would threaten to unnecessarily divide us. In this sermon, we work the words of Scripture in Ephesians 5:3-5 and I Timothy 5:13 and think on what it would look like for Seven Mile Road to be a place where unity is evident and gossip is unknown.

]]> As we step into a new church year together. we’re reminded how the Spirit unites diverse people around “one Lord, one faith, one baptism,” and one mission. We are called to pursue uncommon unity a church, and that means fighting against anything that would threaten to unnecessarily divide us. In this sermon, we work the words of Scripture in Ephesians 5:3-5 and I Timothy 5:13 and think on what it would look like for Seven Mile Road to be a place where unity is evident and gossip is unknown.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1680139 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 11:00:00 -0400 1881 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAs we step into a new church year together. we’re reminded how the Spirit unites diverse people around “one Lord, one faith, one baptism,” and one mission. We are called to pursue uncommon unity a church, and that means fighting against anything that would threaten to unnecessarily divide us. In this sermon, we work the words of Scripture in Ephesians 5:3-5 and I Timothy 5:13 and think on what it would look like for Seven Mile Road to be a place where unity is evident and gossip is unknown. Update: How Seven Mile Road Communicates Update: How Seven Mile Road Communicates A 5 minute refresher on how we stay in touch with each other at Seven Mile Road.

]]> A 5 minute refresher on how we stay in touch with each other at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1623964 Thu, 29 Aug 2019 12:00:00 -0400 300 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA 5 minute refresher on how we stay in touch with each other at Seven Mile Road. Sermon: God Is For Us In The Gospel Our Whole Lives Long Sermon: God Is For Us In The Gospel Our Whole Lives Long In this sermon, we work through John's addresses to three different audiences in the church: "little children," "fathers," and "young men." John speaks words of comfort to folks across the spectrum of spiritual maturity, reminding each of them that God is for them in the gospel.

]]> In this sermon, we work through John's addresses to three different audiences in the church: "little children," "fathers," and "young men." John speaks words of comfort to folks across the spectrum of spiritual maturity, reminding each of them that God is for them in the gospel.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1598728 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 11:00:00 -0400 1804 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we work through John's addresses to three different audiences in the church: "little children," "fathers," and "young men." John speaks words of comfort to folks across the spectrum of spiritual maturity, reminding each of them that God is for them in the gospel. Sermon: How To Process Apostasies Sermon: How To Process Apostasies One of the most devastating things that happens in the life of a church is that sometimes folks who you’ve loved and served and trusted - who seemed like they were all-in on Christ and His church - walk away, leaving behind not only the relationships you’ve built, but their faith in Christ as well. When that happens, it naturally hurts and confuses us. How do we process it? In this sermon, we see that the people John was writing to experienced this same hard reality (I John 2:19), and we hear from the Spirit on why God allows this to happen.

]]> One of the most devastating things that happens in the life of a church is that sometimes folks who you’ve loved and served and trusted - who seemed like they were all-in on Christ and His church - walk away, leaving behind not only the relationships you’ve built, but their faith in Christ as well. When that happens, it naturally hurts and confuses us. How do we process it? In this sermon, we see that the people John was writing to experienced this same hard reality (I John 2:19), and we hear from the Spirit on why God allows this to happen.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1578748 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 1906 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOne of the most devastating things that happens in the life of a church is that sometimes folks who you’ve loved and served and trusted - who seemed like they were all-in on Christ and His church - walk away, leaving behind not only the relationships you’ve built, but their faith in Christ as well. When that happens, it naturally hurts and confuses us. How do we process it? In this sermon, we see that the people John was writing to experienced this same hard reality (I John 2:19), and we hear from the Spirit on why God allows this to happen. Conversation: New Church Year Update Conversation: New Church Year Update Heather and Matt talk about everything that's gearing up for the start of a new church year at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Heather and Matt talk about everything that's gearing up for the start of a new church year at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1555120 Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:00:00 -0400 1866 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHeather and Matt talk about everything that's gearing up for the start of a new church year at Seven Mile Road. Family Sunday Family Sunday Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1522099 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 15:00:00 -0400 1728 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Training: The Anatomy of a Seven Mile Road Sermon Training: The Anatomy of a Seven Mile Road Sermon In this podcast, we walk through "the anatomy of a Seven Mile Road sermon" by explaining how a message on I John 5:3 was built. Why do we preach the way we do? Listening to these 30 minutes will give you some insight into the process.

]]> In this podcast, we walk through "the anatomy of a Seven Mile Road sermon" by explaining how a message on I John 5:3 was built. Why do we preach the way we do? Listening to these 30 minutes will give you some insight into the process.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1480786 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 13:00:00 -0400 1863 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this podcast, we walk through "the anatomy of a Seven Mile Road sermon" by explaining how a message on I John 5:3 was built. Why do we preach the way we do? Listening to these 30 minutes will give you some insight into the process. Sermon: True Churches Are Marked By Orthodoxy, Holiness, and Love ... All Three! Sermon: True Churches Are Marked By Orthodoxy, Holiness, and Love ... All Three! In this sermon, we hit the words of I John 5:1-2 where we John spirals back again (again!) and loops all three of his “tests” together like cords in a rope. Sound doctrine, personal holiness, and brotherly love are a package deal. This truth has massive implications for our efforts to build a legit church together.





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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1346332 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2140 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we hit the words of I John 5:1-2 where we John spirals back again (again!) and loops all three of his “tests” together like cords in a rope. Sound doctrine, personal holiness, and brotherly love are a package deal. This truth has massive implications for our efforts to build a legit church together. Message Input Update: Student Ministry 4.0 Update: Student Ministry 4.0 In this podcast, we lay down some of the plans we have for student ministry at Seven Mile Road.  

]]> In this podcast, we lay down some of the plans we have for student ministry at Seven Mile Road.  

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1337899 Thu, 27 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0400 349 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this podcast, we lay down some of the plans we have for student ministry at Seven Mile Road.   True Christians Believe Jesus is the Christ True Christians Believe Jesus is the Christ Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1317640 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 11:00:00 -0400 1664 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Conversation: Restoration Road Update w/ Joie Thompson Conversation: Restoration Road Update w/ Joie Thompson In this conversation, we catch up with Pastor Joie from Restoration Road to get an update in preparation of our visit up to Wakefield this Summer.

]]> In this conversation, we catch up with Pastor Joie from Restoration Road to get an update in preparation of our visit up to Wakefield this Summer.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1297990 Tue, 18 Jun 2019 13:00:00 -0400 842 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this conversation, we catch up with Pastor Joie from Restoration Road to get an update in preparation of our visit up to Wakefield this Summer. True Christians Actually Love Other Christians True Christians Actually Love Other Christians In this sermon, we work I John 3:16-18 and 4:7-8 as the Spirit swipes the yellow marker across our souls for counterfeit test #2: the love test. God is love, His gospel defines and displays that love, and His people necessarily show that love to one another.

]]> In this sermon, we work I John 3:16-18 and 4:7-8 as the Spirit swipes the yellow marker across our souls for counterfeit test #2: the love test. God is love, His gospel defines and displays that love, and His people necessarily show that love to one another.

]]> Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1284448 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 11:00:00 -0400 1300 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we work I John 3:16-18 and 4:7-8 as the Spirit swipes the yellow marker across our souls for counterfeit test #2: the love test. God is love, His gospel defines and displays that love, and His people necessarily show that love to one another. Conversation: Summer Update! Conversation: Summer Update! Matt and Heather chat about all the fun and exciting things we can look forward to this summer at Seven Mile Road. 

]]> Matt and Heather chat about all the fun and exciting things we can look forward to this summer at Seven Mile Road. 

]]> Matthew Kruse and Heather Prevett Buzzsprout-1276048 Thu, 13 Jun 2019 17:00:00 -0400 1584 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMatt and Heather chat about all the fun and exciting things we can look forward to this summer at Seven Mile Road.  True Christians Obey God In All Things From The Heart True Christians Obey God In All Things From The Heart In John 2:3-4, the Spirit rolls out for us the first of the three big tests of genuine Christianity that the Apostle John spirals through in his first letter: obedience. “By this we know that we have come to know him: if we keep His commandments.” What does mean by “keep His commandments?” And where does the fuel come from for our obedience? We think on these questions from the text.

]]> In John 2:3-4, the Spirit rolls out for us the first of the three big tests of genuine Christianity that the Apostle John spirals through in his first letter: obedience. “By this we know that we have come to know him: if we keep His commandments.” What does mean by “keep His commandments?” And where does the fuel come from for our obedience? We think on these questions from the text.

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1254179 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0400 2416 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn John 2:3-4, the Spirit rolls out for us the first of the three big tests of genuine Christianity that the Apostle John spirals through in his first letter: obedience. “By this we know that we have come to know him: if we keep His commandments.” What does mean by “keep His commandments?” And where does the fuel come from for our obedience? We think on these questions from the text. Conversation: Answering 4 "Why" Questions Conversation: Answering 4 "Why" Questions In this conversation, we walk through a few "whys" that we thought would be helpful for our church to hear about: 1) Why did we write a book? 2) Why did we host a big conference? 3) Why do we travel on some Sundays over the Summer? 4) Why do we expect that members of Seven Mile Road will "tithe?"

]]> In this conversation, we walk through a few "whys" that we thought would be helpful for our church to hear about: 1) Why did we write a book? 2) Why did we host a big conference? 3) Why do we travel on some Sundays over the Summer? 4) Why do we expect that members of Seven Mile Road will "tithe?"

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1240331 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 08:00:00 -0400 1743 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this conversation, we walk through a few "whys" that we thought would be helpful for our church to hear about: 1) Why did we write a book? 2) Why did we host a big conference? 3) Why do we travel on some Sundays over the Summer? 4) Why do we expect that members of Seven Mile Road will "tithe?" True Christians Confess Sin with Honesty and Hope True Christians Confess Sin with Honesty and Hope This week we hit 1 John 1:5-10 and the first big idea of John's comfort and clarity: True Christianity always begins with God and ends with honesty and hope. 

]]> This week we hit 1 John 1:5-10 and the first big idea of John's comfort and clarity: True Christianity always begins with God and ends with honesty and hope. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1245521 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2339 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis week we hit 1 John 1:5-10 and the first big idea of John's comfort and clarity: True Christianity always begins with God and ends with honesty and hope.  I John: Comfort and Clarity I John: Comfort and Clarity In this sermon, we begin our walk through the warm and steadying words of the Apostle John’s first letter to his dearly loved children. He’s writing to Christians whose world had been rocked by the false teachings and ugly departure of a number of prominent folks from their church. John wants to assure them - definitively - of the genuineness of their faith. May all of us sense the same comfort and clarity that the original readers did!

]]> In this sermon, we begin our walk through the warm and steadying words of the Apostle John’s first letter to his dearly loved children. He’s writing to Christians whose world had been rocked by the false teachings and ugly departure of a number of prominent folks from their church. John wants to assure them - definitively - of the genuineness of their faith. May all of us sense the same comfort and clarity that the original readers did!

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1174235 Sun, 19 May 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2154 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we begin our walk through the warm and steadying words of the Apostle John’s first letter to his dearly loved children. He’s writing to Christians whose world had been rocked by the false teachings and ugly departure of a number of prominent folks from their church. John wants to assure them - definitively - of the genuineness of their faith. May all of us sense the same comfort and clarity that the original readers did! Parable Of The Wedding Feast Parable Of The Wedding Feast Seven Mile Road : Levi Bakerink Buzzsprout-1174184 Sun, 12 May 2019 10:00:00 -0400 1830 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Listening to I John Listening to I John For anyone who wants to listen through the entire text of the first letter of the warm and grizzled Apostle John before we get into the preaching of it this Spring and Summer, here you go!

]]> For anyone who wants to listen through the entire text of the first letter of the warm and grizzled Apostle John before we get into the preaching of it this Spring and Summer, here you go!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-1117583 Fri, 10 May 2019 15:00:00 -0400 1114 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgFor anyone who wants to listen through the entire text of the first letter of the warm and grizzled Apostle John before we get into the preaching of it this Spring and Summer, here you go! Building A Church Culture Where Men Honor Women Building A Church Culture Where Men Honor Women In this sermon, we tackle I Peter 3 and the Spirit's crystal clear command that men are to honor women in the home, in the church. and in the world. To get there, we work through the meaning of the phrase "weaker vessel" as a ground for why that honoring is so important. 

]]> In this sermon, we tackle I Peter 3 and the Spirit's crystal clear command that men are to honor women in the home, in the church. and in the world. To get there, we work through the meaning of the phrase "weaker vessel" as a ground for why that honoring is so important. 

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1089671 Sun, 05 May 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2089 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we tackle I Peter 3 and the Spirit's crystal clear command that men are to honor women in the home, in the church. and in the world. To get there, we work through the meaning of the phrase "weaker vessel" as a ground for why that honoring is so important.  The Father's Mercies In Our Suffering The Father's Mercies In Our Suffering In this sermon, Matthew Kruse closes the loop with us on his recent leave from pastoral duties by walking us through 2 Corinthians 1:3-10 and preaching on the good intentions and sweet mercies of God in our physical sufferings.

]]> In this sermon, Matthew Kruse closes the loop with us on his recent leave from pastoral duties by walking us through 2 Corinthians 1:3-10 and preaching on the good intentions and sweet mercies of God in our physical sufferings.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1088870 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 09:00:00 -0400 2282 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, Matthew Kruse closes the loop with us on his recent leave from pastoral duties by walking us through 2 Corinthians 1:3-10 and preaching on the good intentions and sweet mercies of God in our physical sufferings. The Love of Christ on Sunday Night The Love of Christ on Sunday Night In this sermon from Luke 24, we considered all the ways that Christ displayed His love for His disciples (and us!) when He appeared to them - personally, tenderly, unmistakably - on the first Sunday night of the new creation.

]]> In this sermon from Luke 24, we considered all the ways that Christ displayed His love for His disciples (and us!) when He appeared to them - personally, tenderly, unmistakably - on the first Sunday night of the new creation.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-1048200 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2024 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon from Luke 24, we considered all the ways that Christ displayed His love for His disciples (and us!) when He appeared to them - personally, tenderly, unmistakably - on the first Sunday night of the new creation. James: Pride/Humility James: Pride/Humility James: Faith/Works

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]]> Tim Barker Buzzsprout-1038092 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0400 2801 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJames: Faith/Works James : Security/Insecurity James : Security/Insecurity James: Faith/Works

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]]> Clint Patronella Buzzsprout-1007545 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2840 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJames: Faith/Works Ajay Thomas Visits From Philly Ajay Thomas Visits From Philly Pastor Ajay Thomas from Seven Mile Road Philly served our congregation by preaching through the heavy but powerful Psalm 88.    

]]> Pastor Ajay Thomas from Seven Mile Road Philly served our congregation by preaching through the heavy but powerful Psalm 88.    

]]> Ajay Thomas Buzzsprout-1005016 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2183 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPastor Ajay Thomas from Seven Mile Road Philly served our congregation by preaching through the heavy but powerful Psalm 88.     Conversation: Halfwayish Point of Kruse's Sabbath From Pastoral Duties Conversation: Halfwayish Point of Kruse's Sabbath From Pastoral Duties In this episode, Matt and Heather catch up on how the first stretch of his sabbath from pastoral duties has been for his soul and family, plus a brief word on the eventual logistics of reintegration to the life of the church at the 30:04 mark. 

]]> In this episode, Matt and Heather catch up on how the first stretch of his sabbath from pastoral duties has been for his soul and family, plus a brief word on the eventual logistics of reintegration to the life of the church at the 30:04 mark. 

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-992513 Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 2049 conversations full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this episode, Matt and Heather catch up on how the first stretch of his sabbath from pastoral duties has been for his soul and family, plus a brief word on the eventual logistics of reintegration to the life of the church at the 30:04 mark.  James: Wisdom/Responsibility James: Wisdom/Responsibility Bostonians are ambitious. Its a face. From our entrepreneurial ventures, our sports dynasties, or even our weekly schedules we are ambitious. With this ambition we are often coming from a place of achievement and getting ahead of whatever or whomever we must. There is a certain type of wisdom one needs to make it in the hustling & bustling world that is Boston. 

Continuing our study in James, we consider the dichotomy James makes between Wisdom & Righteousness. these both sound like good things, but James helps us see that what our world often prizes and extols as "wisdom" is completely different from the call Jesus has on our lives. The Righteousness James calls us to is actually wisdom from above.

A Bostonian who is following Jesus will be markedly different in displaying wisdom from above in everyday life - a wisdom that has righteousness as its output or fruit. 

]]> Bostonians are ambitious. Its a face. From our entrepreneurial ventures, our sports dynasties, or even our weekly schedules we are ambitious. With this ambition we are often coming from a place of achievement and getting ahead of whatever or whomever we must. There is a certain type of wisdom one needs to make it in the hustling & bustling world that is Boston. 

Continuing our study in James, we consider the dichotomy James makes between Wisdom & Righteousness. these both sound like good things, but James helps us see that what our world often prizes and extols as "wisdom" is completely different from the call Jesus has on our lives. The Righteousness James calls us to is actually wisdom from above.

A Bostonian who is following Jesus will be markedly different in displaying wisdom from above in everyday life - a wisdom that has righteousness as its output or fruit. 

]]> Tim Barker Buzzsprout-1005038 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2579 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgBostonians are ambitious. Its a face. From our entrepreneurial ventures, our sports dynasties, or even our weekly schedules we are ambitious. With this ambition we are often coming from a place of achievement and getting ahead of whatever or whomever we must. There is a certain type of wisdom one needs to make it in the hustling & bustling world that is Boston.  Continuing our study in James, we consider the dichotomy James makes between Wisdom & Righteousness. these both sound like good things, but James helps us see that what our world often prizes and extols as "wisdom" is completely different from the call Jesus has on our lives. The Righteousness James calls us to is actually wisdom from above. A Bostonian who is following Jesus will be markedly different in displaying wisdom from above in everyday life - a wisdom that has righteousness as its output or fruit.  James: Influence/Responsibility James: Influence/Responsibility James

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]]> Seven Mile Road: Matthew McCann Buzzsprout-978944 Sun, 03 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0500 1889 James full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJames James : Faith/Works James : Faith/Works Justin Gottlieb Buzzsprout-973482 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 1984 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org James: Hearer/Doer James: Hearer/Doer This Sunday we continued our series in the letter of James. In this passage, James tells us that true, sincere religion is seen when we are doers of the word and not hearers only. Thankfully for us, we have the implanted word of God which equips us and empowers us to live out our faith.

]]> This Sunday we continued our series in the letter of James. In this passage, James tells us that true, sincere religion is seen when we are doers of the word and not hearers only. Thankfully for us, we have the implanted word of God which equips us and empowers us to live out our faith.

]]> Jeremy Stuart Buzzsprout-951214 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2206 James full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday we continued our series in the letter of James. In this passage, James tells us that true, sincere religion is seen when we are doers of the word and not hearers only. Thankfully for us, we have the implanted word of God which equips us and empowers us to live out our faith. James: Trial/Joy James: Trial/Joy The letter of James is chocked-full of guidance for practical living written to new Christian communities spread throughout a thoroughly secular and antagonistic Roman world. It’s so practical that it lays out stark contrasts between what active faith looks like over against dead religion or the surrounding unbelieving culture, so you can get a closeup view of the difference.

We begin a sermon series through this letter declaring that faith is still active and actually “works” in countering even a thoroughly secular Boston. The gospel faith works in the followers of Jesus to think and act differently in the realities of life in closeup, practical ways.

This Sunday we began by looking at trials and how faith works to provide joy in the midst of challenging circumstances. In these hard times, the distinctness of faith working in us can be notably seen.

]]> The letter of James is chocked-full of guidance for practical living written to new Christian communities spread throughout a thoroughly secular and antagonistic Roman world. It’s so practical that it lays out stark contrasts between what active faith looks like over against dead religion or the surrounding unbelieving culture, so you can get a closeup view of the difference.

We begin a sermon series through this letter declaring that faith is still active and actually “works” in countering even a thoroughly secular Boston. The gospel faith works in the followers of Jesus to think and act differently in the realities of life in closeup, practical ways.

This Sunday we began by looking at trials and how faith works to provide joy in the midst of challenging circumstances. In these hard times, the distinctness of faith working in us can be notably seen.

]]> Tim Barker Buzzsprout-942180 Sun, 03 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 2441 James full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe letter of James is chocked-full of guidance for practical living written to new Christian communities spread throughout a thoroughly secular and antagonistic Roman world. It’s so practical that it lays out stark contrasts between what active faith looks like over against dead religion or the surrounding unbelieving culture, so you can get a closeup view of the difference. We begin a sermon series through this letter declaring that faith is still active and actually “works” in countering even a thoroughly secular Boston. The gospel faith works in the followers of Jesus to think and act differently in the realities of life in closeup, practical ways. This Sunday we began by looking at trials and how faith works to provide joy in the midst of challenging circumstances. In these hard times, the distinctness of faith working in us can be notably seen. Conversation: Kruse's Upcoming Sabbath From Pastoral Duties Conversation: Kruse's Upcoming Sabbath From Pastoral Duties In this episode, Matt and Heather have a logistical and personal conversation about the upcoming 'sabbath from pastoral duties' that Seven Mile Road is giving him. Hope this helps everyone committed to the life and mission of our church know what to expect the next few months!

]]> In this episode, Matt and Heather have a logistical and personal conversation about the upcoming 'sabbath from pastoral duties' that Seven Mile Road is giving him. Hope this helps everyone committed to the life and mission of our church know what to expect the next few months!

]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-937166 Tue, 29 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 1579 January Junk Drawer full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this episode, Matt and Heather have a logistical and personal conversation about the upcoming 'sabbath from pastoral duties' that Seven Mile Road is giving him. Hope this helps everyone committed to the life and mission of our church know what to expect the next few months! On Loving Jesus' Church Like Lydia On Loving Jesus' Church Like Lydia In this sermon, we formally welcome a bunch of new members into the Seven Mile Road family by looking at Lydia's. She was a beautiful exemplar of what it looks like to believe the gospel in community and throw ourselves full-heartedly into the work of gospel advance.

]]> In this sermon, we formally welcome a bunch of new members into the Seven Mile Road family by looking at Lydia's. She was a beautiful exemplar of what it looks like to believe the gospel in community and throw ourselves full-heartedly into the work of gospel advance.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-933870 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 1541 January Junk Drawer full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we formally welcome a bunch of new members into the Seven Mile Road family by looking at Lydia's. She was a beautiful exemplar of what it looks like to believe the gospel in community and throw ourselves full-heartedly into the work of gospel advance. On Singing with Humility & Zeal On Singing with Humility & Zeal In concert with our Training Day for all Seven Mile Road Musicians, this sermon cast vision for singing together from 2 Samuel 6, where David (the King) humbly and self-forgetfully joins the people in exuberant praise to God for His grace. We love David for what he did that day (and also how he responded to Michal when she criticized him for it) and want his example to shape how song response happens at Seven Mile Road.

]]> In concert with our Training Day for all Seven Mile Road Musicians, this sermon cast vision for singing together from 2 Samuel 6, where David (the King) humbly and self-forgetfully joins the people in exuberant praise to God for His grace. We love David for what he did that day (and also how he responded to Michal when she criticized him for it) and want his example to shape how song response happens at Seven Mile Road.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-917687 Sun, 13 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 1609 January Junk Drawer full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn concert with our Training Day for all Seven Mile Road Musicians, this sermon cast vision for singing together from 2 Samuel 6, where David (the King) humbly and self-forgetfully joins the people in exuberant praise to God for His grace. We love David for what he did that day (and also how he responded to Michal when she criticized him for it) and want his example to shape how song response happens at Seven Mile Road. On Working Hard & Resting Well On Working Hard & Resting Well In this sermon, we preach on the theme of “Working Hard & Resting Well” from I Corinthians 16:15-16 and Exodus 23:10-12. We also announce plans we’ve laid for giving Pastor Kruse a “sabbath” from his regular pastoral duties at Seven Mile Road this Winter, walking through the basics of what a pastoral sabbath is and why we believe the timing is right for this now.

]]> In this sermon, we preach on the theme of “Working Hard & Resting Well” from I Corinthians 16:15-16 and Exodus 23:10-12. We also announce plans we’ve laid for giving Pastor Kruse a “sabbath” from his regular pastoral duties at Seven Mile Road this Winter, walking through the basics of what a pastoral sabbath is and why we believe the timing is right for this now.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-910282 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 11:00:00 -0500 2944 January Junk Drawer full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we preach on the theme of “Working Hard & Resting Well” from I Corinthians 16:15-16 and Exodus 23:10-12. We also announce plans we’ve laid for giving Pastor Kruse a “sabbath” from his regular pastoral duties at Seven Mile Road this Winter, walking through the basics of what a pastoral sabbath is and why we believe the timing is right for this now. Irresistable Grace Irresistable Grace He Will Save His People From Their Sins

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]]> Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-898513 Sun, 23 Dec 2018 11:00:00 -0500 1888 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHe Will Save His People From Their Sins The Son’s Perfect Atonement The Son’s Perfect Atonement Christmas in the Doctrines of Grace

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]]> Seven Mile Road : Tim Barker Buzzsprout-891744 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 11:00:00 -0500 2006 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgChristmas in the Doctrines of Grace The Father's Unconditional Love The Father's Unconditional Love Christmas in the Doctrines of Grace

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]]> Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-876724 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 11:00:00 -0500 2718 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgChristmas in the Doctrines of Grace A Gospel Culture Continually Offers Up Praise of Thanksgiving A Gospel Culture Continually Offers Up Praise of Thanksgiving Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-872371 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 11:00:00 -0500 2348 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org A Gospel Culture Does Not Stress About Food A Gospel Culture Does Not Stress About Food A gospel culture shares lots of meals ... and doesn't stress about the food being served. We are justified by faith in Jesus, not by keeping the right diet, and so we are free to enjoy a variety of culinarities without fear, guilt, shame, or judgment. This includes tofu, Ring Dings, kale, Popeye's chicken, almond milk, Dr. Pepper, and whatever else might show up at the table. In this sermons, we eat up this glorious doctrine and the implications it has for our life together.

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]]> Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-863959 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 11:00:00 -0500 2318 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA gospel culture shares lots of meals ... and doesn't stress about the food being served. We are justified by faith in Jesus, not by keeping the right diet, and so we are free to enjoy a variety of culinarities without fear, guilt, shame, or judgment. This includes tofu, Ring Dings, kale, Popeye's chicken, almond milk, Dr. Pepper, and whatever else might show up at the table. In this sermons, we eat up this glorious doctrine and the implications it has for our life together. Christmas Update Christmas Update Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-861185 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:00:00 -0500 747 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org A Gospel Culture Is Not Ashamed Of Jesus A Gospel Culture Is Not Ashamed Of Jesus Do we stay where we are, in our comfortable way of life?
Or, do we go to where Jesus is, bearing his reproach?

This was the intense decision that the first century Christians had to make. Were they going to keep practicing their Jewish traditions, customs, and rituals, or where they going to leave that behind and go to Jesus, taking on the shame and disgrace and reproach that comes with it?

It’s the same question for us today. 

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Or, do we go to where Jesus is, bearing his reproach?

This was the intense decision that the first century Christians had to make. Were they going to keep practicing their Jewish traditions, customs, and rituals, or where they going to leave that behind and go to Jesus, taking on the shame and disgrace and reproach that comes with it?

It’s the same question for us today. 

]]> Levi Bakerink Buzzsprout-857053 Sun, 11 Nov 2018 10:00:00 -0500 1900 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgDo we stay where we are, in our comfortable way of life? Or, do we go to where Jesus is, bearing his reproach? This was the intense decision that the first century Christians had to make. Were they going to keep practicing their Jewish traditions, customs, and rituals, or where they going to leave that behind and go to Jesus, taking on the shame and disgrace and reproach that comes with it? It’s the same question for us today.  A Gospel Culture Does Not Trash Marriage By Commoditizing Sex A Gospel Culture Does Not Trash Marriage By Commoditizing Sex WARNING: PG-13 CONTENT.

If there is one reality that we want Seven Mile Road to be totally out of sync with prevailing cultural ideologies on, it is that of marriage. In this sermon, we hit a text where the Spirit hypes for us the glory and sacredness of this divine institution. We also see that because marriage is worthy of our honor, it is also worthy of our defense, not just from those would seek to redefine or marginalize it, but who would attack it through the promotion and practice of sexual sin, you and I included.

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If there is one reality that we want Seven Mile Road to be totally out of sync with prevailing cultural ideologies on, it is that of marriage. In this sermon, we hit a text where the Spirit hypes for us the glory and sacredness of this divine institution. We also see that because marriage is worthy of our honor, it is also worthy of our defense, not just from those would seek to redefine or marginalize it, but who would attack it through the promotion and practice of sexual sin, you and I included.

]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-851189 Sun, 04 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2853 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWARNING: PG-13 CONTENT. If there is one reality that we want Seven Mile Road to be totally out of sync with prevailing cultural ideologies on, it is that of marriage. In this sermon, we hit a text where the Spirit hypes for us the glory and sacredness of this divine institution. We also see that because marriage is worthy of our honor, it is also worthy of our defense, not just from those would seek to redefine or marginalize it, but who would attack it through the promotion and practice of sexual sin, you and I included. Owning the Life and Mission of Your Church Owning the Life and Mission of Your Church In the gospel, we are united to Christ AND to one another, like a body and its members. This gospel reality is not something that we make it happen, or that we can unmake from happening . It IS. What we get to do is recognize, revel in, and align our lives with it. One implication is what we energetically set our hearts and hands to SERVE for the gospel good of everyone. Here we go!

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-843283 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2324 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn the gospel, we are united to Christ AND to one another, like a body and its members. This gospel reality is not something that we make it happen, or that we can unmake from happening . It IS. What we get to do is recognize, revel in, and align our lives with it. One implication is what we energetically set our hearts and hands to SERVE for the gospel good of everyone. Here we go! 101: A Member's Promises 101: A Member's Promises This episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights.

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-840455 Thu, 25 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1122 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights. 101: A Church's Promises 101: A Church's Promises This episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights.

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-840443 Thu, 25 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 645 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights. 101: Covenanting Together For Gospel Advance 101: Covenanting Together For Gospel Advance This episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights.

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-840434 Thu, 25 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 518 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights. A Gospel Culture Is Not Cold Toward Strangers A Gospel Culture Is Not Cold Toward Strangers One of our missional essentials at Seven Mile Road is "hospitality." We want every Bostonian we meet, in every context we meet them, to feel like Seven Mile Road was specifically built with them in mind. This only happens as the Spirit fosters in us a "love for the stranger" or "love for the outsider to our community." This love is at times seems unnatural for Christians, but it's an important part of what it means to be a gospel people. 

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-835758 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2306 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOne of our missional essentials at Seven Mile Road is "hospitality." We want every Bostonian we meet, in every context we meet them, to feel like Seven Mile Road was specifically built with them in mind. This only happens as the Spirit fosters in us a "love for the stranger" or "love for the outsider to our community." This love is at times seems unnatural for Christians, but it's an important part of what it means to be a gospel people.  A Gospel Culture Is Not Greedy A Gospel Culture Is Not Greedy Matthew McCann Buzzsprout-829076 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1967 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org 101: Teams 101: Teams This episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights.

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-828586 Sat, 13 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 494 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights. 101: Tracks 101: Tracks This episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights.

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-828582 Sat, 13 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 749 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis episode is content for our Seven Mile Road 101 Nights. A Gospel Culture Is Not Trigger Happy A Gospel Culture Is Not Trigger Happy Newsflash in case you don't watch cable news, scroll Twitter, or work near a water cooler: we live in a trigger happy culture. Folks on all sides of the political spectrum fire away at the slightest provocation. As Jesus' people, we are called to be a city ("polis") on a hill that models for all nations (including ours) a different way of relating to one another. As we arrive in the final chapter of the book of Hebrews, we hear this beautiful and definitive command of the Spirit: "Let brotherly love continue." Where do we find the resources to live this way together?

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]]> Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-822835 Sun, 07 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2368 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgNewsflash in case you don't watch cable news, scroll Twitter, or work near a water cooler: we live in a trigger happy culture. Folks on all sides of the political spectrum fire away at the slightest provocation. As Jesus' people, we are called to be a city ("polis") on a hill that models for all nations (including ours) a different way of relating to one another. As we arrive in the final chapter of the book of Hebrews, we hear this beautiful and definitive command of the Spirit: "Let brotherly love continue." Where do we find the resources to live this way together? Destinations and Devotion Destinations and Devotion Seven Mile Road : Tim Barker Buzzsprout-816812 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1966 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis Sunday the author of Hebrews takes us on a metaphorical journey to two mountains. Telling us about both destinations, it becomes obvious which is better. The better destination is where the followers of Jesus have come. This better destination is an unshakable kingdom that calls us to live differently. So how do Bostonians live in light of this? The warnings throughout Hebrews crescendo in calling us not to refuse God’s voice but devote ourselves to Him -for our God is a consuming fire. How to Love Your Pastors How to Love Your Pastors Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-810711 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2741 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we tie the calling of a new pastor at Seven Mile Road with a helpful text from Hebrews on how we are to relate to the pastors Jesus gives us. The truth is that pastoral ministry is heavy work, so we are called to be as helpful to our pastors as you can by trusting them & responding to their lead in our lives. God Is At Work In The Hardest Realities Of Our Lives God Is At Work In The Hardest Realities Of Our Lives Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-804664 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2119 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we work through a text that is simultaneously sharp and comforting. In the gospel, we have becomes sons and daughters of God (!!!), but that doesn't mean life is now all blue skies and pina coladas. Our good Father visits us with hard providences throughout our lives, but we can take comfort because we know that He is working in the hardest realities of our lives for our good, making us holy, fit for heaven. I Would Not Trade The Gospel For Anything I Would Not Trade The Gospel For Anything Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-798430 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2159 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon we deal with the horror story of Esau, an anti-hero of faith. Esau's appetites for earthly things far outweighed his appetite for God, to the point that he was willing to sell his "birthright" for a cup of soup. We share this tendency/danger of preferring other things to God and the gospel. A Morning Of Guided Prayer A Morning Of Guided Prayer Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-791694 Sun, 02 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2516 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Dad. Mom. You Can Do This! Dad. Mom. You Can Do This! Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-787826 Sun, 26 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1995 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we receive 10 new babies into the life of our church and commission their dads and moms to the work with some gospel-centered encouragement from Hebrews 12:1-2. Heroes Like Abel Heroes Like Abel Seven Mile Road: Matthew McCann Buzzsprout-779479 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1441 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Sunday with Forestdale Sunday with Forestdale Paul McPheeters and Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-773638 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2272 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOn this Sunday we were joined by our sending church, Forestdale in Malden, to tell our story of church planting. Update: Welcoming Our Newest Sons and Daughters Update: Welcoming Our Newest Sons and Daughters Matthew Kruse and Heather Prevett Buzzsprout-771838 Thu, 09 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 334 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOver the last 16 months, we have received 10 new babies into the life of our church (woah!), and this has stirred up several conversations about what it looks like for us to welcome our newest sons and daughters at Seven Mile Road so we are going to pilot setting aside a single Sunday annually to celebrate and welcome all the babies that the Father has blessed us within the on Sunday morning, August 26. Interview: Matthew McCann, Nominee for Pastor/Elder at Seven Mile Road Melrose Interview: Matthew McCann, Nominee for Pastor/Elder at Seven Mile Road Melrose Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-769786 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1183 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this conversation, we talk with Matty McCann, candidate for pastor/elder at Seven Mile Road. Interview: Justin Neal, Mosaic Church, Orlando Interview: Justin Neal, Mosaic Church, Orlando Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-768398 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1111 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA team of servants came up from Mosaic Church in Orlando this week to hustle at all Seven Mile Roads. In this interview we hear from one team member on the why and what of their time with us. All Seven Mile Road Sunday All Seven Mile Road Sunday Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-768191 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2186 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgListen as we pull all our New England Seven Mile Roads together and hear about gospel advance on the ground in each of these churches. Heroes Like Rahab Heroes Like Rahab Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-762197 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2067 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn one thunderbolt of a sentence (Hebrews 11:31), the Spirit reminds us of the beautifully redemptive story of our mother Rahab. By faith she abandoned her old life of sin, leaving behind the the decadent city/culture she'd grown up in/embraced and throwing her lot in with the promises of God. How The Gospel Will Advance On Cape Cod How The Gospel Will Advance On Cape Cod Jeremy Stuart Buzzsprout-759130 Sun, 22 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2040 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Interview: Jeremy Stuart, Seven Mile Road Hyannis (Cape Cod) Interview: Jeremy Stuart, Seven Mile Road Hyannis (Cape Cod) Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-748698 Thu, 12 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 847 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this interview, Matthew Kruse and Jeremy Stuart talk about our future planting plans for Seven Mile Road in Hyannis, Massachusetts on Cape Cod. Heroes Like Moses Heroes Like Moses Tim Barker Buzzsprout-747622 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2340 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn all of our communities north of Boston in our generation, we need to see faith from all of us akin to what we see in the life of Moses. This is a rugged call and not an easy path. It’s marked by defiance and self-denial and ultimately flourishes in demonstrable acts of faith that many just can’t understand. The Author of Hebrews takes us through the life of Moses, a Jewish Giant of the Faith, from almost 3,500 years ago that has surprising similarities with our own day. We look into the text of Hebrews 11:23-29 and can see the same characteristics of a faith-filled life for our own day. Spoiler alert: It’s not because Moses was a superhero, but he was a hero because of faith in God and the fulfilled work of One greater than Moses –Jesus. Heroes Like Abraham Heroes Like Abraham Levi Bakerink Buzzsprout-736699 Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2018 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAbraham, who obeyed when God called him, and was able to live by faith even through great adversity. His story is a lot like all of ours, and the faith that kept Abraham going is the same faith given to all of us: faith looking forward to the promises of God. Summer Update Summer Update Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-733679 Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 765 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Honoring Our Fathers Honoring Our Fathers Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-730747 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2153 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhen you think of dads, what words come to mind? Honorable? Clueless? Damnable? In Bostonian culture, we've quickly shifted toward the latter. The beautiful, Biblical call to "Honor your Father" has been jettisoned in favor of cries to "Smash the Patriarchy!" So which is it? This Sunday we'll consider the doctrine of the Fatherhood of God and its implications for how we respond to our dads and church fathers (as imperfect as they are). Heroes Like Enoch Heroes Like Enoch Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-717754 Sun, 03 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2478 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAll Summer we're looking at the lives of 10 different heroes of faith from Hebrews 11. Unlike the "superheroes" of our big screen and comic book fantasies, these folks were just ordinary people who came to trust God fully with their lives, and now they've been given to us as examples, that we might do the same. This week is seventh-from-Adam-Enoch, whose unusually long life seems, at first glance, as unheroic as it gets, until we get to the wild, mic-drop moment at the end. What A Gospel Community Is (And Isn't) What A Gospel Community Is (And Isn't) Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-706908 Sun, 20 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2547 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we cast a vision for our gospel communities being venues where disciples are actually made as we marry understanding, belief, and action. Heroes Like Sarah Heroes Like Sarah Tim Barker Buzzsprout-702116 Sun, 13 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2643 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe begin our look at the exemplars of living-by-faith from Hebrews 11 on Mother's Day with Sarah as she receives, laughs at, but then holds to and acts on the promise of God for her life. Weaponizing the Sweetness of our First Season of Grace Weaponizing the Sweetness of our First Season of Grace Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-699556 Sun, 06 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2407 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe pastor/writer of the letter to the Hebrews has been working overtime to convince these Christians to stick with Jesus and His gospel in the face of serious temptation to bail. In chapter 10 we see him imploring them to look back at that first season of grace and remember how sincere and unshakeable their conviction was. They suffered, their friends suffered, and they EVEN HAD THEIR HARD-EARNED STUFF WRONGFULLY CONFISCATED ... and none of it shook them an inch because none of it compared the surpassing worth of having Christ. In this sermon we talk about how God gives us seasons of unmistakable conviction and sweetness to carry us through dryer, harder times. In The Godly, Fear And Love Embrace In The Godly, Fear And Love Embrace Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-691755 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2250 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat happens when, in defiance of both God's law and gospel, we make sin the settled pursuit of our lives? This is a burning question for all of us who live in what is rapidly becoming a post-Christian culture. In this fourth warning from the book of Hebrews we get an answer. Why Jesus' People Get Together A Lot Why Jesus' People Get Together A Lot Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-686964 Sun, 22 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2196 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAmerican culture excels at distracting us from the realities of sin and grace and convincing us that we don't need to spend time gathered with other Christians - and we often gladly oblige (to our own harm and the harm of those we are called to love and encourage). In this sermon we hear the Spirit calling us in Scripture to "not neglect meeting together, as is the habit of some" and we hit one of the big "whys" of going to church and getting together with our gospel community. Why is the Christian gospel so bloody? Why is the Christian gospel so bloody? Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-678004 Sun, 08 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 1949 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org"If God is love, why would He require a blood sacrifice in order to forgive sins? That sounds barbaric." In this sermon, we'll consider this objection by following the thread of substitutionary atonement that weaves its way through all of redemptive history - from the garden to the cross - culminating in Christ's willing sacrifice of His life for ours. The Power of an Indestructible Life The Power of an Indestructible Life Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-673328 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2285 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org"The power of an indestructible life." That's how the book of Hebrews refers to the hinge on which the gospel swings: the unexpected, unrivaled, undeniable, unchanging fact of the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. On Easter Sunday at Seven Mile Road we talked resurrection and its implications for our present and future. The Way, Way Better Promises of the New Covenant The Way, Way Better Promises of the New Covenant Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-670188 Sun, 25 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2153 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe "new covenant," aka "the gospel era," aka "all the awesomeness that we are experiencing at Seven Mile Road right now" is built on better promises than the older covenant that preceded it." This Sunday we deep dive on what Hebrews 8 teaches us about what was "wrong" the with older covenant and what the "better" promises are that God has made real in us in the new. Come ready to do some theology with us ... the kind that sets your soul on fire. The Church Just Wants My Money The Church Just Wants My Money Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-664956 Sun, 18 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0400 2712 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWhat American with cable tv and a remote control has not had that skeptical thought run through their head? And rightfully so. "Televangelism" is a bane of the American church and an affront to the very heart of the gospel. Truth be told, all of church history is littered with liars, thieves, and charlatans who sought to manipulate the gospel for their own financial gain. This practice is a sin that is condemned throughout Scripture, one that the church must own up to and fight hard against it. But it's no reason for any of us to avoid participating in and, yes, even giving generously to the work of the gospel through the local church. Jesus warned us: "You cannot love God and money. It's one or the other." Another way to say that is, "If Jesus is our greatest treasure, money isn't, and we'll give like crazy." And so when the church calls us to give, it's not because God needs our money, but because we need to be free from the love of it. The Certainty Of God's Promise The Certainty Of God's Promise Levi Bakerink Buzzsprout-658497 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0500 1725 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Should I Come To The Table? Should I Come To The Table? Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-655953 Sun, 04 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2267 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon, we work to answer a question that comes up often in the life of our church: Who should be coming to Jesus' Table? Is this meal open to anyone who happens to gather for worship that day? How would I know if I should be participating? We spent time in the text of Scripture that most explicitly addresses this question (I Corinthians 11:23-32) and saw that the Spirit's answer is meant to BOTH stop us in our tracks AND bid us come. Jesus Is No Ordinary Priest Jesus Is No Ordinary Priest Tim Barker Buzzsprout-649945 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2385 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgYou might not be particularly familiar with Melchizedek or even if you are, you probably haven’t given him a lot of thought, but he might be the most important person in the Bible that you’ve probably never thought much about. In this sermon we look at Hebrews 7 and tackle some important questions like “Why does Seven Mile Road not have priests?” and “Why is Melchizedek important, at all, for us today?” Apostasy Is Real (And I'm Not Going There) Apostasy Is Real (And I'm Not Going There) Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-640943 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2377 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon we come across the third of the five fierce warnings that pepper the book of Hebrews. These warnings are meant to alert us to the dangers of neglecting the gospel of grace, and this warning is intense. According to Hebrews 6:4-9, it's possible for someone who has had legitimate gospel experiences to "fall away" with zero hope for every coming back to Christ. Join us as we think on how the twin Biblical teachings of potential apostasy and eternal security hold together. Aren't Christians the No Fun Police? Aren't Christians the No Fun Police? Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-636446 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2544 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIs there a gospel-centered way to watch the Super Bowl? Yes. Yes, there is. With some wings in one hand, some nachos in the other, and a big, fat smile on your face. In this sermon, we address the common objection that Christianity is for grumpy curmudgeons who barely smile, frequently brood, and would even suck the life out of a Super Bowl party if you let them. This common caricature is actually the exact opposite of reality. Through the gospel, God has secured for us a future that is marked by nuclear-powered happiness, and He literally commands us to live with that kind of joy right now: "Go, eat your bread with joy, and drink your wine with a merry heart, for God has already approved what you do." Boom! Believing the gospel doesn't mean joining the No Fun Police - it means finally being able to enjoy this brief and broken life's pleasures rightly. You Should Be Teachers By Now (Or, Don't Be Billy Madison) You Should Be Teachers By Now (Or, Don't Be Billy Madison) Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-633634 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2238 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWe've all heard the words "grow up." Sometimes they've been spoken to us with disdain, sometimes with despair. But in Hebrews 5:11 - 6:3 the Spirit speaks them to us with urgency and hope. The gospel life is one of moving, relentlessly, purposefully, toward maturity in Christ. We never get beyond gospel grace, but we do build on it. Saying Yes To Very Hard Obediences Saying Yes To Very Hard Obediences Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-629617 Sun, 21 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2365 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHas the Father called you to some really hard obediences in this season of your life? This text will provide some hope and help! We look at the Spirit's words in Hebrew 5:7-10 and see that Jesus' life was one long, difficult, perfect obedience, crescendoing in His yes to the cross. We then consider the posture of a life that is fully submitted to God by the power of the gospel. Do Christians Really Care About Justice? Do Christians Really Care About Justice? Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-624253 Sun, 14 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2486 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org"Racism is bad." We agree, wholeheartedly. But why? Who said? Where does the moral obligation to not value one race over another come from? For that matter, where do moral obligations come from at all? Listen as we consider these questions and see how the one true and living God and His gospel compel us to love and work for justice. Toward An Energetic 2018 Toward An Energetic 2018 Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-620299 Sun, 07 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 2669 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this sermon from Hebrews 6:10 we consider both the state of our church and the state of our souls as we step into another year together. Wait, You Really Believe Jesus Was Born Of A Virgin? Wait, You Really Believe Jesus Was Born Of A Virgin? Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-609268 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2588 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org The Incarnation's Existential Implications: Life and Joy The Incarnation's Existential Implications: Life and Joy Seven Mile Road : Tim Barker Buzzsprout-604660 Sun, 03 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2490 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Stories of Grace from Six Seven Milers Stories of Grace from Six Seven Milers Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-599728 Sun, 26 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2269 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStories of Grace from Six Seven Milers Update: Thanksgiving and Christmas Happenings Update: Thanksgiving and Christmas Happenings Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-598701 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 225 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org How the Gospel Word Works How the Gospel Word Works Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-596632 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2617 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus Seriously How Do We Respond to Horrors Like Vegas and Sutherland Springs? How Do We Respond to Horrors Like Vegas and Sutherland Springs? Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-592901 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2657 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Interview: Katie Barker on Playgroup Interview: Katie Barker on Playgroup Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse and Katie Barker Buzzsprout-591006 Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 260 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Guts: Saying The Hard Thing Guts: Saying The Hard Thing Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-589468 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2359 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Field Guide I Am Dead Without You I Am Dead Without You Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-587415 Sun, 29 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2376 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus. Seriously Jesus Is Greater Than Joshua's Rest Jesus Is Greater Than Joshua's Rest Seven Mile Road: Tim Barker Buzzsprout-584091 Sun, 22 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2284 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus. Seriously The Right Heroes, Rightly Embraced The Right Heroes, Rightly Embraced Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-579345 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2741 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus Seriously The Cross, Meant to Kill, Is Our Victory The Cross, Meant to Kill, Is Our Victory Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-575413 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2453 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus. Seriously Are the gospels a reliable witness? Are the gospels a reliable witness? Tim Barker Buzzsprout-573442 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2207 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSkeptic Sundays Sober Warnings Sober Warnings Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-568694 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2061 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus Seriously Gospel Glories Gospel Glories Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-567011 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2279 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus Seriously Jesus. Seriously. Jesus. Seriously. Seven Mile Road: Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-562770 Sun, 10 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2435 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHebrews: Jesus Seriously How Does A Church Kid Come To Faith? How Does A Church Kid Come To Faith? Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-560304 Sun, 03 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2005 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Who will inherit the age to come? Who will inherit the age to come? Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-556750 Sun, 27 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2655 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright Commissioning Waltham Church Plant Commissioning Waltham Church Plant Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-553702 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2330 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Movement Sunday Movement Sunday Matt Kruse Buzzsprout-548704 Sun, 06 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2601 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future Is Super Bright German Engineering in Heaven? German Engineering in Heaven? Tim Barker Buzzsprout-537153 Sun, 16 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2117 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright The Age to Come is a Honeymoon Without the Flight Home The Age to Come is a Honeymoon Without the Flight Home Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-535217 Sun, 09 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2537 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright Our Future Place Our Future Place Tim Barker Buzzsprout-527134 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2198 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright Hearing from Seven Mile Road Kennebunk Hearing from Seven Mile Road Kennebunk Bryan Page Buzzsprout-523480 Sun, 11 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0400 3085 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalones Sin and Its Effects Fully and Finally Vanquished Sin and Its Effects Fully and Finally Vanquished Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-521697 Sun, 04 Jun 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1645 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright: The Doctrine of the Age to Come Redeemed, Recognizable, Indestrucible Bodies Redeemed, Recognizable, Indestrucible Bodies Tim Barker Buzzsprout-515282 Sun, 21 May 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2596 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future Is Super Bright I'll See You There I'll See You There Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-512755 Sun, 14 May 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2395 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright: The Doctrine of the Age to Come The Beatific Vision The Beatific Vision Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-511354 Sun, 07 May 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2231 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright: The Doctrine of the Age to Come Our Future is Super Bright: Trailer Our Future is Super Bright: Trailer Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-508630 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2518 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgOur Future is Super Bright: The Doctrine of the Age to Come Shaping an Evangelistic Culture Shaping an Evangelistic Culture Reid S. Monaghan Buzzsprout-503784 Sun, 23 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2911 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalones Kites Kites Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-501712 Sun, 16 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1993 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide In Our Place. For Our Sins. In Our Place. For Our Sins. Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-501711 Fri, 14 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1347 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGood Friday Hustle Hustle Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-500331 Sun, 09 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2424 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Mercy Mercy Tim Barker Buzzsprout-495858 Sun, 02 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 1898 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSongs of Ascent Marks Marks Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-492975 Sun, 26 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2337 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Wolves Wolves Seven Mile Road: Matt Kruse Buzzsprout-490183 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2358 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide The Spirit is at Work The Spirit is at Work Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-488341 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0400 2190 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Infocast: Restaffing Toward A Bright Gospel Future Update #3 Infocast: Restaffing Toward A Bright Gospel Future Update #3 Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-486565 Thu, 09 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0500 279 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis is a fast recap of our recent Open Forums where we prayed and talked about our best sense of what the Spirit is calling us to go for together in the next few years. Exciting! X-Factors X-Factors Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-485106 Sun, 05 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0500 1994 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Silver Silver Matthewn Kruse Buzzsprout-481242 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2116 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Infocast: Restaffing Toward A Bright Gospel Future Update #2 Infocast: Restaffing Toward A Bright Gospel Future Update #2 Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-480590 Thu, 23 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 463 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn this infocast we invite you to and prep you for identical open forums happening March 1 and March 5. We'll be having a prayerful conversation about what we are going for the next 3-5 years at Seven Mile Melrose so that we can rally everything about everything - including how we restaff - toward that end. (Forgive the little bit of reverb!) My Help Comes from the Lord My Help Comes from the Lord Matthew McCann Buzzsprout-478636 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 1770 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalms of Ascent Infocast: Restaffing Toward A Bright Gospel Future Update #1 Infocast: Restaffing Toward A Bright Gospel Future Update #1 Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-472041 Mon, 06 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 872 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThis fourteen minute infocast updates those invested in the restaffing work we are doing at Seven Mile Road Melrose on where we are at in the process. Speed Bumps Speed Bumps Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-471913 Sun, 05 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2034 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Perspective for the Daily Grind Perspective for the Daily Grind Tim Barker Buzzsprout-468433 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2082 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalm 127 If You Had 30 Minutes With The New President If You Had 30 Minutes With The New President Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-464915 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2253 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIf you could walk a new president through one text of Scripture, what would it be? Outsiders Outsiders Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-463641 Tue, 17 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2439 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide My Soul Waits for the Lord My Soul Waits for the Lord Bryan Page Buzzsprout-457076 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 00:00:00 -0500 2437 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalms of Ascent Come and Adore Him Come and Adore Him Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-456119 Tue, 27 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1940 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgChristmas Eve 2016 Love Love Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-453600 Mon, 19 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2095 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHope. Peace. Joy. Love. (Advent 2016) Joy Joy Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-452480 Sun, 11 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2352 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHope. Peace. Joy. Love. (Advent 2016) Peace Peace Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-449119 Sun, 04 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2186 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgHope. Peace. Joy. Love. (Advent 2016) Hope Hope Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-446970 Mon, 28 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2232 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAdvent Super Glue Super Glue Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-445005 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2190 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Glances Glances Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-442040 Sun, 13 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2355 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Years Years Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-439847 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2153 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide If the Lord Was not on Our Side If the Lord Was not on Our Side Tim Barker Buzzsprout-437697 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1723 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSongs of Ascent Lights Lights Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-435159 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2570 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Team Team Mathew Kruse Buzzsprout-432181 Sun, 16 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2452 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Thunder Thunder Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-430087 Sun, 09 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2199 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide I Was Glad I Was Glad Matthew Moran: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-427565 Sun, 02 Oct 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1680 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgPsalms of Ascent Light Light Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-425796 Mon, 26 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2446 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Rocket Fuel Rocket Fuel Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-422611 Sun, 18 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2334 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Oxygen Oxygen Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-420558 Sun, 11 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2341 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Why We Always Pray And Don't Lose Heart Why We Always Pray And Don't Lose Heart Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-418495 Sun, 04 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2475 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalones Unhindered Unhindered Clint Patronella: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-416028 Sun, 28 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2426 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) Paul on Malta Paul on Malta Seven Mile Road: Matt McCann Buzzsprout-413983 Sun, 21 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1870 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) Shipwrecks, Invincibility, and Mortality Shipwrecks, Invincibility, and Mortality Tim Barker Buzzsprout-410682 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1981 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) God Redeems the Wasted Years God Redeems the Wasted Years Matt Moran Buzzsprout-408381 Sun, 07 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1684 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) Tears Tears Matthew Kruse: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-406066 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2255 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide Clear or Calloused? Clear or Calloused? Clint Patronella: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-403978 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2488 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) Jesus Encourages with Godly Work Jesus Encourages with Godly Work Eric Gagnon Buzzsprout-402342 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1825 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) Tell Your Story Tell Your Story Tim Barker Buzzsprout-399542 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1777 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel On Being Perpetually Floored by the Gospel On Being Perpetually Floored by the Gospel Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-397570 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1911 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalones Gain What You Cannot Lose Gain What You Cannot Lose Clint Patronella Buzzsprout-392825 Sun, 19 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2220 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) Follow the Money: The Economic Implications of the Gospel Follow the Money: The Economic Implications of the Gospel Matthew Moran: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-390616 Sun, 12 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1731 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) The Church as Ordinary and Unordinary The Church as Ordinary and Unordinary Matt McCann Buzzsprout-388862 Sun, 05 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1660 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel On Water and Spirit Baptism On Water and Spirit Baptism Tim Barker Buzzsprout-386303 Sun, 29 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1830 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Hands Hands Matthew Kruse: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-383823 Sun, 22 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2057 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road: A Field Guide On Lifelong, Costly, Public Repentance On Lifelong, Costly, Public Repentance Matthew Kruse: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-381732 Sun, 15 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2306 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) How to Love a Rockstar How to Love a Rockstar Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-379774 Sun, 08 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2493 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel On Gospel Optimism On Gospel Optimism Matthew Kruse: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-377326 Sun, 01 May 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2345 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgRelentless Advance of the Gospel (Acts) Answers to Life's Ultimate Questions Answers to Life's Ultimate Questions Clint Patronella: Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-375149 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2822 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Gospel Stories Gospel Stories Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-373267 Mon, 18 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2547 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalone Sermons How the Gospel Makes Us Fearless How the Gospel Makes Us Fearless Matt Moran Buzzsprout-370883 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1590 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalone Sermons Risen. For Real. Risen. For Real. Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-366332 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1891 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalone Sermons The Last Seven Words of Jesus The Last Seven Words of Jesus Seven Mile Road Buzzsprout-366156 Sat, 26 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 1665 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGood Friday Running Everything Through The Standard of Scripture Running Everything Through The Standard of Scripture Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-364157 Sun, 20 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 2701 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel The Necessity of the Cross of Christ The Necessity of the Cross of Christ Matthew Moran Buzzsprout-361443 Sun, 13 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1744 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Dead Man Rejoicing: A Jailer Comes to Jesus Dead Man Rejoicing: A Jailer Comes to Jesus Matthew Kruse Buzzsprout-359202 Sun, 06 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2443 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Trafficked Child Free: A Slave Girl Meets Jesus Trafficked Child Free: A Slave Girl Meets Jesus Clint Patronella Buzzsprout-356726 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2260 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Spiritual Mothers Spiritual Mothers Matthew Kruse 354513 Sun, 21 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2701 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Spirit Led Mission Together Spirit Led Mission Together Tim Barker 352172 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1944 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Spiritual Fathers Spiritual Fathers Matthew Kruse: Seven Mile Road 349959 Sun, 07 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2683 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Care + Mission = Gospel Synergy Care + Mission = Gospel Synergy Matthew Kruse 347803 Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2398 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Conflict and the Victory of God Conflict and the Victory of God Matthew Moran 345340 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 1862 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Church Councils as a Means of Grace Church Councils as a Means of Grace Matthew Kruse 343016 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2346 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Unity, Liberty, Love Unity, Liberty, Love Matthew Kruse 340901 Sun, 10 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2480 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Keeping Our Life Together Beautiful Keeping Our Life Together Beautiful Matthew Kruse 338791 Sun, 03 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0500 2654 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Simeon's Joy Simeon's Joy Clint Patronella 337154 Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2217 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgExclamation is the Language of Joy Angel's Joy Angel's Joy Matthew Kruse 335198 Sun, 20 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2067 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgExclamation is the Language of Joy (Advent 2015) Mary's Joy! Mary's Joy! Matthew Moran 333149 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 1790 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgExclamation is the Language of Joy! - Advent Elizabeth's Joy Elizabeth's Joy Matthew Kruse 331272 Sun, 06 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2284 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgExclamation is the Language of Joy (Advent) God's Means Of Comfort To Those Who Are Down God's Means Of Comfort To Those Who Are Down Matthew Kruse 328968 Sun, 29 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2675 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalone Sermons The Gospel Overwhelms Persecution The Gospel Overwhelms Persecution Clint Patronella 327199 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2061 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Refusing Spiritual Rockstardom and Its Perks Refusing Spiritual Rockstardom and Its Perks Matthew Kruse 325600 Sun, 15 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2340 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel When the Gospel Riles People Up When the Gospel Riles People Up Matthew Kruse 322660 Sun, 08 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0500 2342 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel How Paul Preached to Jews and Other Moralists How Paul Preached to Jews and Other Moralists Tim Barker 320685 Sun, 01 Nov 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1921 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Missional Living: Who is Jesus Sending Us to Love, Serve, and Gospel? Missional Living: Who is Jesus Sending Us to Love, Serve, and Gospel? Matthew Kruse 318501 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 3052 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalone Sermons Yes, Jesus Saves Accomplished and Intelligent People Yes, Jesus Saves Accomplished and Intelligent People Matthew Kruse 316535 Sun, 18 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2581 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Jesus' People Instinctively Give God All Glory Jesus' People Instinctively Give God All Glory Matthew Kruse 314451 Sun, 11 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2420 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Jesus' People Pursue Gospel Mission Jesus' People Pursue Gospel Mission Clint Patronella 313085 Sun, 04 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2160 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Jesus' People Pray Earnestly Jesus' People Pray Earnestly Matthew Kruse 310374 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2444 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Jesus' People Give Generously Jesus' People Give Generously Matthew Kruse 308412 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2422 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel Jesus' People Give Themselves to Gospel Witness and Gospel Formation Jesus' People Give Themselves to Gospel Witness and Gospel Formation Matthew Kruse 306313 Sun, 13 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2817 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Relentless Advance of the Gospel What Are You Delighting In? What Are You Delighting In? Matthew Moran 304071 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1435 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalone Sermons The Distinguishing Marks of a Work of the Spirit of God The Distinguishing Marks of a Work of the Spirit of God Matthew Kruse 302063 Sun, 30 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2707 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStandalone Sermons Living East of Eden Living East of Eden Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/300025-living-east-of-eden.mp3 Sun, 23 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2296 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? In Adam's Fall We Sinned All In Adam's Fall We Sinned All Matthew McCann http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/299249-in-adam-s-fall-we-sinned-all.mp3 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2028 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? The Blame Shift The Blame Shift Tim Barker http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/294227-the-blame-shift.mp3 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2343 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? The Curses The Curses Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/292876-the-curses.mp3 Mon, 27 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1808 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? The Shadows The Shadows Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/290422-the-shadows.mp3 Sun, 19 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2737 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? The Original Sin The Original Sin John Yeager http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/288636-the-original-sin.mp3 Sun, 12 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2269 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? The Three Trees The Three Trees Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/285064-the-three-trees.mp3 Sun, 28 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1869 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Work: Our Holy Calling Work: Our Holy Calling Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/283007-work-our-holy-calling.mp3 Sun, 21 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2630 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Home: The Epicenter of Gospel Advance Home: The Epicenter of Gospel Advance Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/280808-home-the-epicenter-of-gospel-advance.mp3 Sun, 14 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2674 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Sex: Our Sacred Act Sex: Our Sacred Act Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/278943-sex-our-sacred-act.mp3 Sun, 07 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2747 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I am? Marriage: Our Holy Union Marriage: Our Holy Union Matthew McCann http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/277011-marriage-our-holy-union.mp3 Sun, 31 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2117 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Sabbath: Our Holy Rest Sabbath: Our Holy Rest Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/275486-sabbath-our-holy-rest.mp3 Sun, 24 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1934 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Eden: Our Garden Paradise Eden: Our Garden Paradise Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/273262-eden-our-garden-paradise.mp3 Sun, 17 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 3116 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Eve: Holy Femininity Eve: Holy Femininity Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/271339-eve-holy-femininity.mp3 Sun, 10 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2664 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Adam: Holy Masculinity Adam: Holy Masculinity Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/269117-adam-holy-masculinity.mp3 Sun, 03 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2683 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Male and Female: Our Sexual Distinction Male and Female: Our Sexual Distinction Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/266972-male-and-female-our-sexual-distinction.mp3 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2498 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? Imago Dei: Our Inherent Dignity Imago Dei: Our Inherent Dignity Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/264522-imago-dei-our-inherent-dignity.mp3 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 3146 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? God: Our Good Authority God: Our Good Authority Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/262518-god-our-good-authority.mp3 Sun, 12 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2792 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgWho Does Jesus Say I Am? How Christ Obliterates the Only Barrier Between You and Infinite Joy How Christ Obliterates the Only Barrier Between You and Infinite Joy Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/261625-how-christ-obliterates-the-only-barrier-between-you-and-infinite-joy.mp3 Wed, 08 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1879 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgActs... Justice was Denied Him Justice was Denied Him Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/260139-justice-was-denied-him.mp3 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 1245 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGood Friday When All Heaven Broke Loose (How To Understand The Many Miracles In Acts) When All Heaven Broke Loose (How To Understand The Many Miracles In Acts) Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/258368-when-all-heaven-broke-loose-how-to-understand-the-many-miracles-in-acts.mp3 Sun, 29 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0400 2988 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgActs... 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Gospel Communities Gospel Communities Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/202222-gospel-communities.mp3 Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1795 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Useful to Jesus: A New Year at Seven Mile Road Useful to Jesus: A New Year at Seven Mile Road Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/198773-useful-to-jesus-a-new-year-at-seven-mile-road.mp3 Sun, 24 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2825 full false dan@sevenmileroad.org Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything: Especially the Household of Faith Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything: Especially the Household of Faith Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/197135-jesus-plus-nothing-is-everything-especially-the-household-of-faith.mp3 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2510 Galatians full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGalatians Walking By The Spirit - Spirit Filled Believers Honor Their True Teachers Walking By The Spirit - Spirit Filled Believers Honor Their True Teachers Matthew McCann 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http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/190151-walk-by-the-spirit-fathers-and-fits-of-anger.mp3 Sun, 20 Jul 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2443 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Walk By the Spirit: Vices & Virtues Walk By the Spirit: Vices & Virtues Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/188510-walk-by-the-spirit-vices-virtues.mp3 Sun, 13 Jul 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2526 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Walk By the Spirit: Spirit Led Walk By the Spirit: Spirit Led Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/186838-walk-by-the-spirit-spirit-led.mp3 Sun, 06 Jul 2014 00:00:00 -0400 1839 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Walk By the Spirit: Fighting Sin Walk By the Spirit: Fighting Sin Matt McCann http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/186034-walk-by-the-spirit-fighting-sin.mp3 Sun, 29 Jun 2014 00:00:00 -0400 2141 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything 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http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/160255-no-turning-back-from-justification-by-faith.mp3 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0400 3018 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Still Male and Female for God's Glory Still Male and Female for God's Glory Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/156365-still-male-and-female-for-god-s-glory.mp3 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2737 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians), Male, Female, Equality, Distinction full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) The Free and Universal Offer of Justification The Free and Universal Offer of Justification Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/154525-the-free-and-universal-offer-of-justification.mp3 Sun, 02 Mar 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2624 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing is Everything (Galatians) The Original and Superior Covenant The Original and Superior Covenant Matt McCann 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Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2961 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) The Impossibility of Justification By Works The Impossibility of Justification By Works Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/145558-the-impossibility-of-justification-by-works.mp3 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 2987 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Abraham Believed God Abraham Believed God Matt McCann http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/143790-abraham-believed-god.mp3 Sun, 19 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 1933 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Jesus Gave Himself For Me Jesus Gave Himself For Me Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/142182-jesus-gave-himself-for-me.mp3 Sun, 12 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 3122 Galatians 2, Justification full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) The Fantastical Exchange The Fantastical Exchange Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/140701-the-fantastical-exchange.mp3 Sun, 05 Jan 2014 00:00:00 -0500 3013 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything, Exchange, Justification, Imputed, Counted, Bank Account full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Justification By Faith Is Not Something You Get Beyond Or Leave Behind Justification By Faith Is Not Something You Get Beyond Or Leave Behind Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/139382-justification-by-faith-is-not-something-you-get-beyond-or-leave-behind.mp3 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0500 1900 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Born Of A Woman Born Of A Woman Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/138405-born-of-a-woman.mp3 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2963 Reason For The Season full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Stand Alone Sermon Justified By Faith Justified By Faith Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/135475-justified-by-faith.mp3 Sun, 08 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0500 3384 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Celebrating The Fruitfulness Of Others Celebrating The Fruitfulness Of Others Matt McCann http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/133889-celebrating-the-fruitfulness-of-others.mp3 Sun, 01 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0500 1608 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Complementary and Corrective Community Complementary and Corrective Community Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/132569-complementary-and-corrective-community.mp3 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500 3140 Complementary and Corrective Community full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Eager To Remember The Poor Eager To Remember The Poor Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/130685-eager-to-remember-the-poor.mp3 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2972 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything, Eager, The Poor full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Radical Racial Reconciliation Radical Racial Reconciliation Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/128971-radical-racial-reconciliation.mp3 Sun, 10 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2548 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) A Clear Path to the Cross A Clear Path to the Cross Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/127380-a-clear-path-to-the-cross.mp3 Sun, 03 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0400 3287 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything A Clear Path to the Cross full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Multiplied, Unified, Contextualized Missions Multiplied, Unified, Contextualized Missions Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/125511-multiplied-unified-contextualized-missions.mp3 Sun, 27 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2823 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything: Multiplied, Unified, Contextualized Missions Part 1 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Put On Christ Put On Christ Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/123940-put-on-christ.mp3 Sun, 20 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2175 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) An Apostle's Daring Confrontation An Apostle's Daring Confrontation Matt McCann http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/121080-an-apostle-s-daring-confrontation.mp3 Sun, 13 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0400 1749 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) An Apostle's Overwhelming Commendation An Apostle's Overwhelming Commendation Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/119571-an-apostle-s-overwhelming-commendation.mp3 Sun, 06 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2909 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) An Apostle's Unlikely Conversion An Apostle's Unlikely Conversion Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/119857-an-apostle-s-unlikely-conversion.mp3 Sun, 29 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2920 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Jesus Gave Apostles Jesus Gave Apostles Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/116455-jesus-gave-apostles.mp3 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2893 Jesus Plus Nothing Is Everything full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Anathema Anathema Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/114994-anathema.mp3 Sun, 15 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2954 Paul's letter to the Galatians full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing Is Everything (Galatians) Jesus Plus Nothing is Everything: The Trailer Jesus Plus Nothing is Everything: The Trailer Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/113455-jesus-plus-nothing-is-everything-the-trailer.mp3 Sun, 08 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2985 Paul's letter to the Galatians full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgJesus Plus Nothing is Everything (Galatians) Gospel Community Gospel Community Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/111728-gospel-community.mp3 Sun, 01 Sep 2013 00:00:00 -0400 1593 John 13:34–35 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Stand Alone Sermon What Your Brain Is For What Your Brain Is For Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/110366-what-your-brain-is-for.mp3 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2857 Seven Mile Road Stand Alone Sermon full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Stand Alone Sermon Four Hopes for Acts 29, Seven Mile Road and You Four Hopes for Acts 29, Seven Mile Road and You Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/109032-four-hopes-for-acts-29-seven-mile-road-and-you.mp3 Sun, 18 Aug 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2880 Out of Love for Jesus We Live on Mission for Jesus full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Stand Alone Sermon Out of Love for Jesus We Live on Mission for Jesus Out of Love for Jesus We Live on Mission for Jesus Claude Atcho http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/107886-out-of-love-for-jesus-we-live-on-mission-for-jesus.mp3 Sun, 11 Aug 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2400 Out of Love for Jesus We Live on Mission for Jesus full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Stand Alone Sermon Esther: Remembrance Esther: Remembrance Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/106634-esther-remembrance.mp3 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 00:00:00 -0400 1717 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Politicians Esther: Politicians Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/105145-esther-politicians.mp3 Sun, 28 Jul 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2022 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Holy War Esther: Holy War Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/103987-esther-holy-war.mp3 Sun, 21 Jul 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2783 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Reversal Esther: Reversal Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/102788-esther-reversal.mp3 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2682 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Discontent Esther: Discontent Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/100587-esther-discontent.mp3 Sun, 30 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2655 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Solidarity Esther: Solidarity Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/99340-esther-solidarity.mp3 Sun, 23 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2468 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Return Esther: Return Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/98055-esther-return.mp3 Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2496 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Doom Esther: Doom Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/96855-esther-doom.mp3 Sun, 09 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2599 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Beauty Esther: Beauty Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/95597-esther-beauty.mp3 Sun, 02 Jun 2013 00:00:00 -0400 3312 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People (Due to technical difficulties, we regret that the final 3 minutes of this sermon were not captured) Esther: Assault Esther: Assault Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/93034-esther-assault.mp3 Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400 3054 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Tyranny Esther: Tyranny Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/91848-esther-tyranny.mp3 Sun, 12 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2831 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Arrogance Esther: Arrogance Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/90714-esther-arrogance.mp3 Sun, 05 May 2013 00:00:00 -0400 3142 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Opulence Esther: Opulence Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/89451-esther-opulence.mp3 Sun, 28 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2866 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Esther: Providence Esther: Providence Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/88131-esther-providence.mp3 Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400 3719 Esther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgEsther: God's Perfect Work For An Imperfect People Living Out Our Missional Identity: On Mission and Worship Living Out Our Missional Identity: On Mission and Worship Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/87059-living-out-our-missional-identity-on-mission-and-worship.mp3 Sun, 14 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2493 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Living Out Our Missional Identity: Across The Globe Living Out Our Missional Identity: Across The Globe Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/86105-living-out-our-missional-identity-across-the-globe.mp3 Sun, 07 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2174 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Living Out Our Missional Identity: Through Word and Sacrament Living Out Our Missional Identity: Through Word and Sacrament Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/84346-living-out-our-missional-identity-through-word-and-sacrament.mp3 Sun, 31 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2478 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Living Out Our Missional Identity: In Our Cities Living Out Our Missional Identity: In Our Cities Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/83231-living-out-our-missional-identity-in-our-cities.mp3 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2958 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Living Out Our Missional Identity: On Our Blocks Living Out Our Missional Identity: On Our Blocks Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/82166-living-out-our-missional-identity-on-our-blocks.mp3 Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400 2802 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Living Out Our Missional Identity: At Work Living Out Our Missional Identity: At Work Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/81035-living-out-our-missional-identity-at-work.mp3 Sun, 10 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500 3004 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Living Out Our Missional Identity: At Home Living Out Our Missional Identity: At Home Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/80064-living-out-our-missional-identity-at-home.mp3 Sun, 03 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500 3470 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Living Out Our Missional Identity: As Gospel Communities Living Out Our Missional Identity: As Gospel Communities Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/78886-living-out-our-missional-identity-as-gospel-communities.mp3 Sun, 24 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0500 3466 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Objections to Embracing a Missionary Identity Objections to Embracing a Missionary Identity Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/75748-objections-to-embracing-a-missionary-identity.mp3 Sun, 03 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0500 1811 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) The Missionaries: Seven Mile Road The Missionaries: Seven Mile Road Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/74547-the-missionaries-seven-mile-road.mp3 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2911 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) The Means of Our Mission: The Gospel The Means of Our Mission: The Gospel Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/73561-the-means-of-our-mission-the-gospel.mp3 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2639 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) The Engine and End of Our Mission: The Glory of God The Engine and End of Our Mission: The Glory of God Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/72593-the-engine-and-end-of-our-mission-the-glory-of-god.mp3 Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 2883 Always Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) The Context of Our Mission: Greater Boston in the New Millenium The Context of Our Mission: Greater Boston in the New Millenium Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/71807-the-context-of-our-mission-greater-boston-in-the-new-millenium.mp3 Sun, 06 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0500 3975 Always Being Sent; Mission full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAlways Being Sent (The Doctrine and Praxis of Mission) Blessed Are The Meek Blessed Are The Meek Bryan Page http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/70926-blessed-are-the-meek.mp3 Sun, 30 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2382 Stand Alone Sermon full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Stand Alone Sermon How Can Christmas Ever Be Merry In A World Where Newtown Shootings Happen? How Can Christmas Ever Be Merry In A World Where Newtown Shootings Happen? Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/70367-how-can-christmas-ever-be-merry-in-a-world-where-newtown-shootings-happen.mp3 Sun, 23 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2746 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul: The Enduring Oracle of Malachi full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAll Seven Mile Road Joint Service for Christmas 2012 A Day Is Coming A Day Is Coming Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/69619-a-day-is-coming.mp3 Sun, 16 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2227 A Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word To The Disillusioned Soul: The Enduring Oracle of Malachi Bring the Full Tithe (And Then Some!) Bring the Full Tithe (And Then Some!) Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/68885-bring-the-full-tithe-and-then-some.mp3 Sun, 09 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2853 A Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) I, The Lord, Do Not Change I, The Lord, Do Not Change Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/68194-i-the-lord-do-not-change.mp3 Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2940 A Word To The Disillusioned Soul: The Enduring Oracle of Malachi full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word To The Disillusioned Soul: The Enduring Oracle of Malachi Be Faithful To Your Wife Be Faithful To Your Wife Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/67342-be-faithful-to-your-wife.mp3 Sun, 25 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2939 A Word To The Disillusioned Soul: The Enduring Oracle of Malachi full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word To The Disillusioned Soul: The Enduring Oracle of Malachi There Is Salvation For Her in God: Psalm 3 and the False Gospel of Feminism There Is Salvation For Her in God: Psalm 3 and the False Gospel of Feminism Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/66773-there-is-salvation-for-her-in-god-psalm-3-and-the-false-gospel-of-feminism.mp3 Sun, 18 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2877 Seven Mile Road Stand Alone: Sermon on Eve Set Free Weekend full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Stand Alone: Sermon on Eve Set Free Weekend Then The Offering Of Judah and Jerusalem Will Be Pleasing To The LORD (Melrose) Then The Offering Of Judah and Jerusalem Will Be Pleasing To The LORD (Melrose) Matt McCann http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/65908-then-the-offering-of-judah-and-jerusalem-will-be-pleasing-to-the-lord-melrose.mp3 Sun, 11 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500 1481 A Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) Then The Offering Of Judah and Jerusalem Will Be Pleasing To The LORD (Malden) Then The Offering Of Judah and Jerusalem Will Be Pleasing To The LORD (Malden) Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/65906-then-the-offering-of-judah-and-jerusalem-will-be-pleasing-to-the-lord-malden.mp3 Sun, 11 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2389 A Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) Marrying One Devoted To Another Gospel Marrying One Devoted To Another Gospel Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/65507-marrying-one-devoted-to-another-gospel.mp3 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2796 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) No Regrets No Regrets Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/64374-no-regrets.mp3 Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1934 A Word To The Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgAll Seven Mile Road Joint Service for Baptisms and Membership That My Covenant Will Stand That My Covenant Will Stand Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/63512-that-my-covenant-will-stand.mp3 Sun, 21 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2943 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) Guard Knowledge (Melrose) Guard Knowledge (Melrose) Jon Yeager http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/62791-guard-knowledge-melrose.mp3 Sun, 14 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2447 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) Guard Knowledge (Malden) Guard Knowledge (Malden) Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/62787-guard-knowledge-malden.mp3 Sun, 14 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400 3235 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) My Name Will Be Feared My Name Will Be Feared Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/61986-my-name-will-be-feared.mp3 Sun, 07 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1991 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) Shut the Doors (Malden) Shut the Doors (Malden) Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/61289-shut-the-doors-malden.mp3 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2367 Seven Mile Road Malden full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) Shut the Doors (Melrose) Shut the Doors (Melrose) Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/61288-shut-the-doors-melrose.mp3 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2783 Seven Mile Road Melrose full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) I Have Loved You I Have Loved You Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/60534-i-have-loved-you.mp3 Sun, 23 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2698 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) A Word to the Disillusioned Soul Intro A Word to the Disillusioned Soul Intro Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/59904-a-word-to-the-disillusioned-soul-intro.mp3 Sun, 16 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2862 A Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgA Word to the Disillusioned Soul (The Enduring Oracle of Malachi) 5 Things We Want Written About Us (Melrose) 5 Things We Want Written About Us (Melrose) Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/58906-5-things-we-want-written-about-us-melrose.mp3 Sun, 09 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 3403 Seven Mile Road Melrose full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road (Melrose) Stand Alone Sermon God's Work In Us and Through Us (Malden) God's Work In Us and Through Us (Malden) Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/58838-god-s-work-in-us-and-through-us-malden.mp3 Sun, 09 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2536 Seven Mile Road Malden full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road (Malden) Stand Alone Sermon Jesus' Resurrection Jesus' Resurrection Jonathan Bromhead http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/58152-jesus-resurrection.mp3 Sun, 02 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1633 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Burial Jesus' Burial Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/57522-jesus-burial.mp3 Sun, 26 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400 3266 Restoration Road Send Off full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Death Jesus' Death Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/56895-jesus-death.mp3 Sun, 19 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2449 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Cross Jesus' Cross Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/56263-jesus-cross.mp3 Sun, 12 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2374 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Silence Jesus' Silence Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/55647-jesus-silence.mp3 Sun, 05 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1664 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Trial Jesus' Trial Jon Yeager http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/55014-jesus-trial.mp3 Sun, 29 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2160 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Betrayal Jesus' Betrayal Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/54663-jesus-betrayal.mp3 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2805 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Garden Jesus' Garden Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/54063-jesus-garden.mp3 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2326 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Meal Jesus' Meal Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/53566-jesus-meal.mp3 Sun, 08 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2322 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus' Anointing Jesus' Anointing Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/53238-jesus-anointing.mp3 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1363 The Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Brutal Price of the Ransom Jesus Paid Jesus, Asking For It All Jesus, Asking For It All Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/51669-jesus-asking-for-it-all.mp3 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1943 Widow, Scribes full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Rebuilding Temple Jesus, Rebuilding Temple Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/50965-jesus-rebuilding-temple.mp3 Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2791 Temple, Jesus, Abomination of Desolation full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Exceeding Even David Jesus, Exceeding Even David Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/50369-jesus-exceeding-even-david.mp3 Sun, 03 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2872 David, Melchizedek, High Priest full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Our Cornerstone Jesus, Our Cornerstone Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/49983-jesus-our-cornerstone.mp3 Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1857 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) A Church That Makes It All About Jesus A Church That Makes It All About Jesus Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/49666-a-church-that-makes-it-all-about-jesus.mp3 Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2741 Church's Cornerstone full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgSeven Mile Road Church Malden Stand Alone Sermon Jesus, Teaching on "What is the Most Important Commandment?" Jesus, Teaching on "What is the Most Important Commandment?" Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/49217-jesus-teaching-on-what-is-the-most-important-commandment.mp3 Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1943 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Dealing With Resurrection Skeptics Jesus, Dealing With Resurrection Skeptics Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48633-jesus-dealing-with-resurrection-skeptics.mp3 Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2610 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Reminding Civil Authority of its Place Jesus, Reminding Civil Authority of its Place Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/47877-jesus-reminding-civil-authority-of-its-place.mp3 Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2661 The KIng and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe KIng and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Special: Our Next 10 Gospel-Centered Years Together Special: Our Next 10 Gospel-Centered Years Together Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/47878-special-our-next-10-gospel-centered-years-together.mp3 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2744 Special full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Sermon (April 2012 Vision for the Next 10 Years) Stewards, Rejecting Jesus' Authority Stewards, Rejecting Jesus' Authority Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/46905-stewards-rejecting-jesus-authority.mp3 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2497 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Cleansing the Temple Jesus, Cleansing the Temple Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/46378-jesus-cleansing-the-temple.mp3 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1607 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Ransoming Jesus, Ransoming Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/45856-jesus-ransoming.mp3 Sun, 08 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2249 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, and His Undignified Entry (Malden) Jesus, and His Undignified Entry (Malden) Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/45252-jesus-and-his-undignified-entry-malden.mp3 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2733 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, and His Undignified Entry (Melrose) Jesus, and His Undignified Entry (Melrose) Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/45251-jesus-and-his-undignified-entry-melrose.mp3 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0400 1457 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Welcoming Super Needy Little Ones Jesus, Welcoming Super Needy Little Ones Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/44682-jesus-welcoming-super-needy-little-ones.mp3 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2849 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Teaching on Divorce Jesus, Teaching on Divorce Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/44038-jesus-teaching-on-divorce.mp3 Sun, 18 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0400 2001 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Special: Baptisms and Buckets of Grace Special: Baptisms and Buckets of Grace Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/43864-special-baptisms-and-buckets-of-grace.mp3 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500 1912 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Sermon (March 2012 Joint Service for Baptisms and Calling New Members) Jesus, Calling Us To Fight Sin Jesus, Calling Us To Fight Sin Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/42841-jesus-calling-us-to-fight-sin.mp3 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2843 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Warning About God's Hell Jesus, Warning About God's Hell Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/42842-jesus-warning-about-god-s-hell.mp3 Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2768 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Responding Generously Jesus, Responding Generously Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/41685-jesus-responding-generously.mp3 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2297 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Empowered in Time with the Father Jesus, Empowered in Time with the Father Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/41686-jesus-empowered-in-time-with-the-father.mp3 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2567 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Redefining Greatness Jesus, Redefining Greatness Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/40787-jesus-redefining-greatness.mp3 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500 1747 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Revealing His Glory (Malden) Jesus, Revealing His Glory (Malden) Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/40081-jesus-revealing-his-glory-malden.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2891 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Revealing His Glory (Melrose) Jesus, Revealing His Glory (Melrose) Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/40078-jesus-revealing-his-glory-melrose.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500 1736 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus' Disciples, Not Avoiding The Shame Jesus' Disciples, Not Avoiding The Shame Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39779-jesus-disciples-not-avoiding-the-shame.mp3 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2515 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Killing Racism Jesus, Killing Racism Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39412-jesus-killing-racism.mp3 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500 1753 The King and His Cross (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Dying (And Calling Us To Die As Well) Jesus, Dying (And Calling Us To Die As Well) Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/38804-jesus-dying-and-calling-us-to-die-as-well.mp3 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2314 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Special: Wakefield Church Plant Vision Special: Wakefield Church Plant Vision Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/38426-special-wakefield-church-plant-vision.mp3 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500 2275 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Sermon Special: Christmas at Seven Mile Road (2011) Special: Christmas at Seven Mile Road (2011) Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/38151-special-christmas-at-seven-mile-road-2011.mp3 Sun, 25 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500 1282 Christmas 2011 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Sermon Jesus, Refusing to Flatter Jesus, Refusing to Flatter Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37812-jesus-refusing-to-flatter.mp3 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2760 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Confessed as the Christ Jesus, Confessed as the Christ Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37490-jesus-confessed-as-the-christ.mp3 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500 1595 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Declaring All Foods Clean Jesus, Declaring All Foods Clean Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37008-jesus-declaring-all-foods-clean.mp3 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2393 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Insisting on the Honoring of Father and Mother Jesus, Insisting on the Honoring of Father and Mother Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35966-jesus-insisting-on-the-honoring-of-father-and-mother.mp3 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2453 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Exposing True Defilement Jesus, Exposing True Defilement Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35549-jesus-exposing-true-defilement.mp3 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0500 1869 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Blasting Sneaky Disobedience Jesus, Blasting Sneaky Disobedience Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35121-jesus-blasting-sneaky-disobedience.mp3 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2651 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Who "I Am" Jesus, Who "I Am" Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/34589-jesus-who-i-am.mp3 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2607 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) John, Serious About the Purity of Jesus' People John, Serious About the Purity of Jesus' People Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/34195-john-serious-about-the-purity-of-jesus-people.mp3 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2853 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Sinners, Welcoming Those Jesus Sends Us Sinners, Welcoming Those Jesus Sends Us Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/33782-sinners-welcoming-those-jesus-sends-us.mp3 Sun, 16 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2677 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Rejected While On Mission Jesus, Rejected While On Mission Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/33356-jesus-rejected-while-on-mission.mp3 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 1563 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Restoring Two Daughters Jesus, Restoring Two Daughters Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/32949-jesus-restoring-two-daughters.mp3 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2905 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Setting Free and Setting To Mission Jesus, Setting Free and Setting To Mission Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/32381-jesus-setting-free-and-setting-to-mission.mp3 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2597 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Unanswered Prayer and a Praying Life Unanswered Prayer and a Praying Life Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31679-unanswered-prayer-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2695 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Discerning God's Will and a Praying Life Discerning God's Will and a Praying Life Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31352-discerning-god-s-will-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2473 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Perseverance and a Praying Life Perseverance and a Praying Life Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30972-perseverance-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2090 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Sons and Daughters and a Praying Life Sons and Daughters and a Praying Life Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30675-sons-and-daughters-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2462 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Fear and a Praying Life Fear and a Praying Life Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30258-fear-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400 1606 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Mission and a Praying Life Mission and a Praying Life Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29820-mission-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2322 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series The Word of God and a Praying Life The Word of God and a Praying Life Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29441-the-word-of-god-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0400 1620 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series The Glory of God and a Praying Life The Glory of God and a Praying Life Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29129-the-glory-of-god-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2093 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Justification and a Praying Life Justification and a Praying Life Brent Boorsma http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28760-justification-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2188 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series The Triune God and a Praying Life The Triune God and a Praying Life Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28695-the-triune-god-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2095 The Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series The Shaping of a Soul and a Praying Life The Shaping of a Soul and a Praying Life Kevin Luce http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28212-the-shaping-of-a-soul-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2690 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Repentance and a Praying Life Repentance and a Praying Life Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28111-repentance-and-a-praying-life.mp3 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2581 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Promise of a Praying Life and What Holds Us Back Series Special: A Good Day at Seven Mile Road Special: A Good Day at Seven Mile Road Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28186-special-a-good-day-at-seven-mile-road.mp3 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2859 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Sermon (2011 Joint Service for calling Dan Ko, affirming new members, and baptizing new believers) Jesus, Stopping Storms Jesus, Stopping Storms Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28110-jesus-stopping-storms.mp3 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2674 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Riddling: the Lamp and the Measure Jesus, Riddling: the Lamp and the Measure Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28113-jesus-riddling-the-lamp-and-the-measure.mp3 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400 1643 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Riddling: the Seeds Jesus, Riddling: the Seeds Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/27744-jesus-riddling-the-seeds.mp3 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0400 1575 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Riddling: Why Parables? Jesus, Riddling: Why Parables? Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/27743-jesus-riddling-why-parables.mp3 Sun, 29 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2530 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Special: Seven Mile Road and the Sacraments Special: Seven Mile Road and the Sacraments Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/26913-special-seven-mile-road-and-the-sacraments.mp3 Sun, 15 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2718 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Seven Mile Sermon Jesus, Warning: the Never-Forgivable Sin Jesus, Warning: the Never-Forgivable Sin Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28187-jesus-warning-the-never-forgivable-sin.mp3 Sun, 08 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2408 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Redefining Family Jesus, Redefining Family Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28188-jesus-redefining-family.mp3 Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 -0400 1680 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Appointing Apostles Jesus, Appointing Apostles Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28189-jesus-appointing-apostles.mp3 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2261 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Special: Multiplying Seven Mile Road Special: Multiplying Seven Mile Road Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28190-special-multiplying-seven-mile-road.mp3 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400 3338 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Sermon: (Last altogether service before Malden/Melrose multlplication) Jesus, Provoking Jesus, Provoking Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28191-jesus-provoking.mp3 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2355 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Special: There is One Body Special: There is One Body Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28192-special-there-is-one-body.mp3 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2777 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgStand Alone Sermon: Seven Mile Road and Redemption Hill Jesus, Giving Rest Jesus, Giving Rest Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28984-jesus-giving-rest.mp3 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400 1625 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Feasting Jesus, Feasting Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28986-jesus-feasting.mp3 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400 2687 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Eating with Sinners Jesus, Eating with Sinners Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/28987-jesus-eating-with-sinners.mp3 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0500 1696 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Forgiving Jesus, Forgiving Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29850-jesus-forgiving.mp3 Sun, 06 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2431 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Cleansing Jesus, Cleansing Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29851-jesus-cleansing.mp3 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500 3023 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Exorcising Jesus, Exorcising Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29852-jesus-exorcising.mp3 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2748 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Preaching Jesus, Preaching Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29483-jesus-preaching.mp3 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500 1577 The King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Proclaiming Gospel Jesus, Proclaiming Gospel Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29853-jesus-proclaiming-gospel.mp3 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2885 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Affirmed Jesus, Affirmed Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/29854-jesus-affirmed.mp3 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2024 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Jesus, Doin' Work Jesus, Doin' Work Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30949-jesus-doin-work.mp3 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500 2830 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe King and His Cross Series (Gospel of Mark) Multiplying Holy Multiplying Holy Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30950-multiplying-holy.mp3 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500 3157 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMultiplying Wisely and Holy Series Multiplying Wisely Multiplying Wisely Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30951-multiplying-wisely.mp3 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500 3293 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMultiplying Wisely and Holy Series God as Perfectly Jealous God as Perfectly Jealous Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30954-god-as-perfectly-jealous.mp3 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 00:00:00 -0500 1577 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as Perfectly Faithful God as Perfectly Faithful Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30955-god-as-perfectly-faithful.mp3 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2005 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as the Perfect Father God as the Perfect Father Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/30956-god-as-the-perfect-father.mp3 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2297 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as Perfectly Merciful God as Perfectly Merciful Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31776-god-as-perfectly-merciful.mp3 Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500 1561 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as Perfectly Just God as Perfectly Just Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31777-god-as-perfectly-just.mp3 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2635 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as Perfectly Good God as Perfectly Good Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31778-god-as-perfectly-good.mp3 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2743 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as Perfectly Patient God as Perfectly Patient JoieThomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31779-god-as-perfectly-patient.mp3 Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500 1556 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as Perfectly Loving God as Perfectly Loving Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31781-god-as-perfectly-loving.mp3 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2534 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) God as Perfectly Holy God as Perfectly Holy Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31807-god-as-perfectly-holy.mp3 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0400 3005 In All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgIn All Things Perfect Series (Doctrine of God) Fools Live Like There Is No God Fools Live Like There Is No God Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31788-fools-live-like-there-is-no-god.mp3 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400 1678 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Claim That Accumulating (Not Giving Away) Wealth Honors God Fools Claim That Accumulating (Not Giving Away) Wealth Honors God Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/31791-fools-claim-that-accumulating-not-giving-away-wealth-honors-god.mp3 Sun, 24 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400 3180 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Envy the Prosperity of Violence Fools Envy the Prosperity of Violence Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/32803-fools-envy-the-prosperity-of-violence.mp3 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400 1847 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools 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http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/33581-fools-go-it-alone.mp3 Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 1863 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Run Off At the Mouth Fools Run Off At the Mouth Matthew Moran http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/33582-fools-run-off-at-the-mouth.mp3 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 1439 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Live Proudly In A Dreamland Fools Live Proudly In A Dreamland Dan Ko http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35563-fools-live-proudly-in-a-dreamland.mp3 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 1845 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Forget The Poor Fools Forget The Poor Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35564-fools-forget-the-poor.mp3 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 3078 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Get Lit Fools Get Lit Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35565-fools-get-lit.mp3 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2443 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Pursue Learning Sans God Fools Pursue Learning Sans God Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35566-fools-pursue-learning-sans-god.mp3 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2470 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Love Scamming Dishonest Gain Fools Love Scamming Dishonest Gain Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35567-fools-love-scamming-dishonest-gain.mp3 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 3115 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Fools Hate Correction Fools Hate Correction Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/35568-fools-hate-correction.mp3 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2677 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgGet Wisdom in Fool Town Series (the Proverbs) Get Wisdom in Fool Town Get Wisdom in Fool Town 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Toward Us Jeremiah Morris http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37883-the-empty-tomb-means-immeasurable-power-is-at-work-toward-us.mp3 Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 1921 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Series (On the Doctrine of Resurrection) The Empty Tomb Means We Can Live Fearlessly In The Face Of Death The Empty Tomb Means We Can Live Fearlessly In The Face Of Death Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37882-the-empty-tomb-means-we-can-live-fearlessly-in-the-face-of-death.mp3 Sun, 09 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 3355 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Series (On the Doctrine of Resurrection) The Empty Tomb Means the Missio Dei Is On The Empty Tomb Means the Missio Dei Is On Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37884-the-empty-tomb-means-the-missio-dei-is-on.mp3 Sun, 02 May 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2341 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Series (On the Doctrine of Resurrection) The Empty Tomb Means Sinners Can Be Redeemed The Empty Tomb Means Sinners Can Be Redeemed Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37885-the-empty-tomb-means-sinners-can-be-redeemed.mp3 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 1687 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Series (On the Doctrine of Resurrection) The Empty Tomb means All Things Are Being Made New The Empty Tomb means All Things Are Being Made New Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37886-the-empty-tomb-means-all-things-are-being-made-new.mp3 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2839 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Series (On the Doctrine of Resurrection) The Empty Tomb Means Jesus Is Vindicated The Empty Tomb Means Jesus Is Vindicated Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37887-the-empty-tomb-means-jesus-is-vindicated.mp3 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2639 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Series (On the Doctrine of Resurrection) The Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb The Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/37888-the-curious-and-glorious-incident-of-the-empty-tomb.mp3 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2965 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThe Curious and Glorious Incident of the Empty Tomb Series (On the Doctrine of Resurrection) Repentant Before the Fiery Tempest Repentant Before the Fiery Tempest Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39624-repentant-before-the-fiery-tempest.mp3 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2027 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) Quietly Considering the Glory of the City of God Quietly Considering the Glory of the City of God Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39625-quietly-considering-the-glory-of-the-city-of-god.mp3 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400 2737 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) Noonday in the Presence of a Strong, Holy God Noonday in the Presence of a Strong, Holy God Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39627-noonday-in-the-presence-of-a-strong-holy-god.mp3 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2487 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) Midnight at the Bottom of a Well Midnight at the Bottom of a Well Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39628-midnight-at-the-bottom-of-a-well.mp3 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2108 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) Awestruck at the Royal Wedding Awestruck at the Royal Wedding Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39629-awestruck-at-the-royal-wedding.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2853 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) On Your Back Sick in ICU On Your Back Sick in ICU Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39630-on-your-back-sick-in-icu.mp3 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500 3291 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) Safe and Sound In a Fortress Safe and Sound In a Fortress Joie Thomson http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/39634-safe-and-sound-in-a-fortress.mp3 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0500 2205 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) Midnight at the Bottom of a Well Intro Midnight at the Bottom of a Well Intro Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/43594-midnight-at-the-bottom-of-a-well-intro.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0500 3094 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgMidnight at the Bottom of a Well (Psalms 41-50) Hope ... By Giving Thanks In All Circumstances Hope ... By Giving Thanks In All Circumstances Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/43596-hope-by-giving-thanks-in-all-circumstances.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0500 3173 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope ... Because You Have Not Been Destined For Wrath Hope ... Because You Have Not Been Destined For Wrath Justin Gottlieb http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/43597-hope-because-you-have-not-been-destined-for-wrath.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0500 1945 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope ... By Loving Your Leaders Hope ... By Loving Your Leaders Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/43598-hope-by-loving-your-leaders.mp3 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0500 3075 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope ... Because We Will Always Be With The Lord Hope ... 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By Pursuing Sexual Purity Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/43602-hope-by-pursuing-sexual-purity.mp3 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500 2840 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope... Because Your Gospel Story Brings Comfort and Joy To Others Hope... Because Your Gospel Story Brings Comfort and Joy To Others Kevin Luce http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48606-hope-because-your-gospel-story-brings-comfort-and-joy-to-others.mp3 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0500 3094 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope... Because Jesus Trumps Satan Hope... Because Jesus Trumps Satan Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48607-hope-because-jesus-trumps-satan.mp3 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0400 2941 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope... Because the Gospel Word is True Hope... Because the Gospel Word is True Brent Boorsma http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48608-hope-because-the-gospel-word-is-true.mp3 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 2554 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope... Because God Always Vindicates His Shamefully Treated Hope... Because God Always Vindicates His Shamefully Treated Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48609-hope-because-god-always-vindicates-his-shamefully-treated.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 3080 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope... Because Your Pastors Were Motivated Rightly Hope... Because Your Pastors Were Motivated Rightly Jeremiah Morris http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48610-hope-because-your-pastors-were-motivated-rightly.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0400 2317 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Hope... Because You Turned From Idols Hope... Because You Turned From Idols Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48611-hope-because-you-turned-from-idols.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 1400 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary Thessalonians in a Rotary Thessalonians in a Rotary Matthew Kruse http://www.buzzsprout.com/3823/48612-thessalonians-in-a-rotary.mp3 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0400 2520 full false dan@sevenmileroad.orgThessalonians in a Rotary