https://www.moodychurch.org en-us Copyright The Moody Church info@moodychurch.org (Webmaster) info@moodychurch.org (Webmaster) Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:00:00 CDT Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:00:00 CDT http://www.moodychurch.org/wp-content/uploads/midweek-podcast.pnghttps://www.moodychurch.org 144 144 The Moody Church no no Connecting You with God and Othersinfo@moodychurch.orgThe Moody Church Would we live differently if we understand that Christ has already achieved victory? In this passage from 1 Peter, Pastor Josue reminds us of our purpose for being witnesses to the eternal hope we have in Jesus. That mentality keeps us focused on the things that truly matter: loving God and loving others. 1 Peter 1:22-25 Would we live differently if we understand that Christ has already achieved victory? In this passage from 1 Peter, Pastor Josue reminds us of our purpose for being witnesses to the eternal hope we have in Jesus. That mentality keeps us focused on the things that truly matter: loving God and loving others. 1 Peter 1:22-25 Josue Reyes Sun, 02 May 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210502.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoWould we live differently if we understand that Christ has already achieved victory? In this passage from 1 Peter, Pastor Josue reminds us of our purpose for being witnesses to the eternal hope we have in Jesus. That mentality keeps us focused on the things that truly matter: loving God and loving others. 1 Peter 1:22-25 We sat down with members of The Moody Church to discuss how they have found victory in living on mission in their Chicagoland workplaces. Check out the discussion! Panel members: Dr. Michael Thate, Pastor Bill Van Tuinen, Simone Halpin, Lindsay Anderson, Ron Ingram, and Toby Eng We sat down with members of The Moody Church to discuss how they have found victory in living on mission in their Chicagoland workplaces. Check out the discussion! Panel members: Dr. Michael Thate, Pastor Bill Van Tuinen, Simone Halpin, Lindsay Anderson, Ron Ingram, and Toby Eng Panel Discussion Sun, 25 Apr 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210425.mp3 moody, moody church, Panel Discussion The Moody ChurchnoWe sat down with members of The Moody Church to discuss how they have found victory in living on mission in their Chicagoland workplaces. Check out the discussion! Panel members: Dr. Michael Thate, Pastor Bill Van Tuinen, Simone Halpin, Lindsay Anderson, Ron Ingram, and Toby Eng The resurrection of Jesus Christ changes our hope for the future. In this passage, we look at three results of the resurrection for our present perspective. Transformative Change: In heaven, we will experience an instantaneous change, from the perishable to the imperishable. Only Jesus can give us the resurrection change that we need. Ultimate Victory: At the time of the resurrection we will experience victory over death, both physical and spiritual. Faithful Living: Jesus' victory over death through the cross should motivate us towards faithful and steadfast living over the long-term. 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 The resurrection of Jesus Christ changes our hope for the future. In this passage, we look at three results of the resurrection for our present perspective. Transformative Change: In heaven, we will experience an instantaneous change, from the perishable to the imperishable. Only Jesus can give us the resurrection change that we need. Ultimate Victory: At the time of the resurrection we will experience victory over death, both physical and spiritual. Faithful Living: Jesus' victory over death through the cross should motivate us towards faithful and steadfast living over the long-term. 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Michael Best Sun, 28 Mar 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210328.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThe resurrection of Jesus Christ changes our hope for the future. In this passage, we look at three results of the resurrection for our present perspective. Transformative Change: In heaven, we will experience an instantaneous change, from the perishable to the imperishable. Only Jesus can give us the resurrection change that we need. Ultimate Victory: At the time of the resurrection we will experience victory over death, both physical and spiritual. Faithful Living: Jesus' victory over death through the cross should motivate us towards faithful and steadfast living over the long-term. 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 What will heaven be like? Because we sense that what we are now is not fit for heaven, it can be hard to imagine what is to come. There are particularly prevalent misconceptions about what our future experience in heaven will be like. In this passage, we explore three characteristics of our resurrection bodies:Our resurrection bodies will be fit for heaven Our resurrection bodies will be distinct from our earthly bodies Our resurrection bodies will be like Jesus' 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 What will heaven be like? Because we sense that what we are now is not fit for heaven, it can be hard to imagine what is to come. There are particularly prevalent misconceptions about what our future experience in heaven will be like. In this passage, we explore three characteristics of our resurrection bodies:Our resurrection bodies will be fit for heaven Our resurrection bodies will be distinct from our earthly bodies Our resurrection bodies will be like Jesus' 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 Michael Best Sun, 21 Mar 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210321.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat will heaven be like? Because we sense that what we are now is not fit for heaven, it can be hard to imagine what is to come. There are particularly prevalent misconceptions about what our future experience in heaven will be like. In this passage, we explore three characteristics of our resurrection bodies:Our resurrection bodies will be fit for heaven Our resurrection bodies will be distinct from our earthly bodies Our resurrection bodies will be like Jesus' 1 Corinthians 15:35-49 The resurrection of Jesus is critical to the theology of the Christian faith. If the resurrection isn't true, we lose so much. In this passage, Paul plays theological dominoes by asking: What do we lose if there is no resurrection?We have no hope We have no future We have no purpose May our faith in the resurrection not just reorient our future destiny, but our current reality. 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 The resurrection of Jesus is critical to the theology of the Christian faith. If the resurrection isn't true, we lose so much. In this passage, Paul plays theological dominoes by asking: What do we lose if there is no resurrection?We have no hope We have no future We have no purpose May our faith in the resurrection not just reorient our future destiny, but our current reality. 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Michael Best Sun, 14 Mar 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS20210314.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThe resurrection of Jesus is critical to the theology of the Christian faith. If the resurrection isn't true, we lose so much. In this passage, Paul plays theological dominoes by asking: What do we lose if there is no resurrection?We have no hope We have no future We have no purpose May our faith in the resurrection not just reorient our future destiny, but our current reality. 1 Corinthians 15:12-34 Why is the Resurrection so pivotal to our Christian faith? In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul makes it crystal clear that there is no good news if there is no Resurrection. The gospel loses all its power if Jesus did not rise from the dead, for then our faith would be in vain. What we believe about the Resurrection changes everything. Why is the resurrection essential for the gospel?The necessity of the resurrection The witnesses to the resurrection The results of the resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Why is the Resurrection so pivotal to our Christian faith? In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul makes it crystal clear that there is no good news if there is no Resurrection. The gospel loses all its power if Jesus did not rise from the dead, for then our faith would be in vain. What we believe about the Resurrection changes everything. Why is the resurrection essential for the gospel?The necessity of the resurrection The witnesses to the resurrection The results of the resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Michael Best Sun, 07 Mar 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210307.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhy is the Resurrection so pivotal to our Christian faith? In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul makes it crystal clear that there is no good news if there is no Resurrection. The gospel loses all its power if Jesus did not rise from the dead, for then our faith would be in vain. What we believe about the Resurrection changes everything. Why is the resurrection essential for the gospel?The necessity of the resurrection The witnesses to the resurrection The results of the resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 When life gets hard, it's easy to wonder: does God REALLY care about me? Our perspective on God during difficult times is vital for how we respond when these internal thoughts enter our minds. Three responses for a Christian when we are faced with this question:Be healed Throw a party Grow down Matthew 9:9–13 When life gets hard, it's easy to wonder: does God REALLY care about me? Our perspective on God during difficult times is vital for how we respond when these internal thoughts enter our minds. Three responses for a Christian when we are faced with this question:Be healed Throw a party Grow down Matthew 9:9–13 Justin May Sun, 28 Feb 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210228.mp3 moody, moody church, Justin May The Moody ChurchnoWhen life gets hard, it's easy to wonder: does God REALLY care about me? Our perspective on God during difficult times is vital for how we respond when these internal thoughts enter our minds. Three responses for a Christian when we are faced with this question:Be healed Throw a party Grow down Matthew 9:9–13 We live in a time of overwhelming communication, and yet a lot of what is being said or written has little edifying value to our lives. As the messages flow through our devices, truth is often replaced with personal opinion or speculation. The gospel is also being communicated, but many times it is changed into a different gospel, one that steers us away from the freedom that Jesus offers us by faith. Could you be living under a different gospel? Here's five symptoms that you may experience if you are:You've lost your freedom in Christ (2:4) You live in fear of what others may say (2:12) You find yourself acting hypocritically (2:13) You try to build your spiritual life on works (2:18; 3:3-5) Your spiritual life is a losing battle (2:16; 3;10) There are four blessings for those living under the one and only gospel of Christ:Freedom to live (4:3-5; 5:1) Heirs with Christ (4:6) Intimacy with God (4:9) A life founded in love (5:6) Galatians 1:6–7 We live in a time of overwhelming communication, and yet a lot of what is being said or written has little edifying value to our lives. As the messages flow through our devices, truth is often replaced with personal opinion or speculation. The gospel is also being communicated, but many times it is changed into a different gospel, one that steers us away from the freedom that Jesus offers us by faith. Could you be living under a different gospel? Here's five symptoms that you may experience if you are:You've lost your freedom in Christ (2:4) You live in fear of what others may say (2:12) You find yourself acting hypocritically (2:13) You try to build your spiritual life on works (2:18; 3:3-5) Your spiritual life is a losing battle (2:16; 3;10) There are four blessings for those living under the one and only gospel of Christ:Freedom to live (4:3-5; 5:1) Heirs with Christ (4:6) Intimacy with God (4:9) A life founded in love (5:6) Galatians 1:6–7 Josue Reyes Sun, 21 Feb 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210221.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoWe live in a time of overwhelming communication, and yet a lot of what is being said or written has little edifying value to our lives. As the messages flow through our devices, truth is often replaced with personal opinion or speculation. The gospel is also being communicated, but many times it is changed into a different gospel, one that steers us away from the freedom that Jesus offers us by faith. Could you be living under a different gospel? Here's five symptoms that you may experience if you are:You've lost your freedom in Christ (2:4) You live in fear of what others may say (2:12) You find yourself acting hypocritically (2:13) You try to build your spiritual life on works (2:18; 3:3-5) Your spiritual life is a losing battle (2:16; 3;10) There are four blessings for those living under the one and only gospel of Christ:Freedom to live (4:3-5; 5:1) Heirs with Christ (4:6) Intimacy with God (4:9) A life founded in love (5:6) Galatians 1:6–7 What happens when we don't see the results of obedience? Following God does not guarantee immediate results, so if we focus on the present we can become discouraged and lose motivation to continue pursuing obedience. As we wrap up our series in Malachi, we explore three motivations to continue in obedience. God sees all and remembers all. The temptation to compromise our integrity is very real today. We see what’s going on in our wold today and make assumptions about God; but God sees our deeds. Life is short, and eternity is long. Our world is obsessed with pursuing temporary pleasures no matter the cost. Scripture tells us that keeping our eyes on eternity helps us prioritize how we live in the present. Obedience isn't optional. Obedience and faithfulness is a necessary part of salvation. While we are not saved by works, we are saved to do good works. Transformed hearts should lead to transformed living. Malachi 3:13-4:6 What happens when we don't see the results of obedience? Following God does not guarantee immediate results, so if we focus on the present we can become discouraged and lose motivation to continue pursuing obedience. As we wrap up our series in Malachi, we explore three motivations to continue in obedience. God sees all and remembers all. The temptation to compromise our integrity is very real today. We see what’s going on in our wold today and make assumptions about God; but God sees our deeds. Life is short, and eternity is long. Our world is obsessed with pursuing temporary pleasures no matter the cost. Scripture tells us that keeping our eyes on eternity helps us prioritize how we live in the present. Obedience isn't optional. Obedience and faithfulness is a necessary part of salvation. While we are not saved by works, we are saved to do good works. Transformed hearts should lead to transformed living. Malachi 3:13-4:6 Michael Best Sun, 14 Feb 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210214.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat happens when we don't see the results of obedience? Following God does not guarantee immediate results, so if we focus on the present we can become discouraged and lose motivation to continue pursuing obedience. As we wrap up our series in Malachi, we explore three motivations to continue in obedience. God sees all and remembers all. The temptation to compromise our integrity is very real today. We see what’s going on in our wold today and make assumptions about God; but God sees our deeds. Life is short, and eternity is long. Our world is obsessed with pursuing temporary pleasures no matter the cost. Scripture tells us that keeping our eyes on eternity helps us prioritize how we live in the present. Obedience isn't optional. Obedience and faithfulness is a necessary part of salvation. While we are not saved by works, we are saved to do good works. Transformed hearts should lead to transformed living. Malachi 3:13-4:6 Has your life ever been changed by an act of generosity? These events can often create astounding impact on our lives. Generosity can change the giver and the receiver. In this passage from Malachi 3, we find the people of God robbing God with their money. Scripture has a lot to teach us about generosity and our finances. We serve a generous God. Followers of Jesus should be moving towards greater generosity in all areas of their lives, including their finances. So how can we grow a generous mentality? Three motivations to generosity:The generosity of God is the grounds for His people to be generous. When we see the heart of God, we see an outpouring of generosity. It's all His anyways. Stop viewing your money as yours, and start viewing it as something God has given you. Generosity reveals our hearts. We may say we worship Jesus, but we are prone to practice the religion of materialism. The happiness your money may bring pales in comparison to the joy of obedience. Malachi 3:6-12 Has your life ever been changed by an act of generosity? These events can often create astounding impact on our lives. Generosity can change the giver and the receiver. In this passage from Malachi 3, we find the people of God robbing God with their money. Scripture has a lot to teach us about generosity and our finances. We serve a generous God. Followers of Jesus should be moving towards greater generosity in all areas of their lives, including their finances. So how can we grow a generous mentality? Three motivations to generosity:The generosity of God is the grounds for His people to be generous. When we see the heart of God, we see an outpouring of generosity. It's all His anyways. Stop viewing your money as yours, and start viewing it as something God has given you. Generosity reveals our hearts. We may say we worship Jesus, but we are prone to practice the religion of materialism. The happiness your money may bring pales in comparison to the joy of obedience. Malachi 3:6-12 Michael Best Sun, 07 Feb 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210207.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHas your life ever been changed by an act of generosity? These events can often create astounding impact on our lives. Generosity can change the giver and the receiver. In this passage from Malachi 3, we find the people of God robbing God with their money. Scripture has a lot to teach us about generosity and our finances. We serve a generous God. Followers of Jesus should be moving towards greater generosity in all areas of their lives, including their finances. So how can we grow a generous mentality? Three motivations to generosity:The generosity of God is the grounds for His people to be generous. When we see the heart of God, we see an outpouring of generosity. It's all His anyways. Stop viewing your money as yours, and start viewing it as something God has given you. Generosity reveals our hearts. We may say we worship Jesus, but we are prone to practice the religion of materialism. The happiness your money may bring pales in comparison to the joy of obedience. Malachi 3:6-12 Have you ever felt like God doesn't care? When God responds in a way that doesn't meet our expectations, it's easy to make false assumptions about His character. In this sermon, we explore three responses for when it seems like God doesn't care about what's going on in our world: Look to Jesus: If we ever doubt God's care for us, all we have to do is look to Jesus. His example of the cross is the meeting place of God's justice and love. Learn from His judgement: For God’s people, the fires of the life always have an intended outcome - to purify us to be more like Jesus. Live Justly: Transformation of the heart leads to transformed living. We aren’t saved by works, but a change in who we are must be reflected in how we live. When people see our lives, are we a living reflection of God? Malachi 2:17-3:5 Have you ever felt like God doesn't care? When God responds in a way that doesn't meet our expectations, it's easy to make false assumptions about His character. In this sermon, we explore three responses for when it seems like God doesn't care about what's going on in our world: Look to Jesus: If we ever doubt God's care for us, all we have to do is look to Jesus. His example of the cross is the meeting place of God's justice and love. Learn from His judgement: For God’s people, the fires of the life always have an intended outcome - to purify us to be more like Jesus. Live Justly: Transformation of the heart leads to transformed living. We aren’t saved by works, but a change in who we are must be reflected in how we live. When people see our lives, are we a living reflection of God? Malachi 2:17-3:5 Michael Best Sun, 31 Jan 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210131.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHave you ever felt like God doesn't care? When God responds in a way that doesn't meet our expectations, it's easy to make false assumptions about His character. In this sermon, we explore three responses for when it seems like God doesn't care about what's going on in our world: Look to Jesus: If we ever doubt God's care for us, all we have to do is look to Jesus. His example of the cross is the meeting place of God's justice and love. Learn from His judgement: For God’s people, the fires of the life always have an intended outcome - to purify us to be more like Jesus. Live Justly: Transformation of the heart leads to transformed living. We aren’t saved by works, but a change in who we are must be reflected in how we live. When people see our lives, are we a living reflection of God? Malachi 2:17-3:5 The Bible contains many warnings about how to avoid spiritual catastrophe. In this sermon from Malachi 2:10-16, we explore three warnings for a Christian's life. Take God's Word seriously: Trust your faith in God above your feelings. Take worship seriously: Worship is a response to who God is and what he has done, not a tool to get something from him. Take marriage seriously: Faithfulness to a spouse is an act of obedience to God. Living out a Biblical marriage may be one of the most powerful witnesses to God in our world today. If we take these warnings seriously, the light of our lives would shine bright in the darkness and point to Jesus. Malachi 2:10-16 The Bible contains many warnings about how to avoid spiritual catastrophe. In this sermon from Malachi 2:10-16, we explore three warnings for a Christian's life. Take God's Word seriously: Trust your faith in God above your feelings. Take worship seriously: Worship is a response to who God is and what he has done, not a tool to get something from him. Take marriage seriously: Faithfulness to a spouse is an act of obedience to God. Living out a Biblical marriage may be one of the most powerful witnesses to God in our world today. If we take these warnings seriously, the light of our lives would shine bright in the darkness and point to Jesus. Malachi 2:10-16 Michael Best Sun, 24 Jan 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210124.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThe Bible contains many warnings about how to avoid spiritual catastrophe. In this sermon from Malachi 2:10-16, we explore three warnings for a Christian's life. Take God's Word seriously: Trust your faith in God above your feelings. Take worship seriously: Worship is a response to who God is and what he has done, not a tool to get something from him. Take marriage seriously: Faithfulness to a spouse is an act of obedience to God. Living out a Biblical marriage may be one of the most powerful witnesses to God in our world today. If we take these warnings seriously, the light of our lives would shine bright in the darkness and point to Jesus. Malachi 2:10-16 We often think of fear as something to be avoided. But in the Bible, fear is sometimes equated with reverential awe. In fact, to fear God is to rightfully respect Him. For example, fear of God brings knowledge (Proverbs 1:7), wisdom (Psalm 111:10), confidence (Proverbs 14:25), and life (Proverbs 19:23). In this sermon from Malachi 1:6-2:9, we look at three ways to cultivate a healthy fear of God in our hearts:Do not be cavalier towards the Creator Do not allow ritual to replace relationship Do not trifle with the truth If we do not fear God, we will not have a vibrant relationship with Him. Fear of God leads to love of God, which ultimately leads to devotion to God. Malachi 1:6-2:9 We often think of fear as something to be avoided. But in the Bible, fear is sometimes equated with reverential awe. In fact, to fear God is to rightfully respect Him. For example, fear of God brings knowledge (Proverbs 1:7), wisdom (Psalm 111:10), confidence (Proverbs 14:25), and life (Proverbs 19:23). In this sermon from Malachi 1:6-2:9, we look at three ways to cultivate a healthy fear of God in our hearts:Do not be cavalier towards the Creator Do not allow ritual to replace relationship Do not trifle with the truth If we do not fear God, we will not have a vibrant relationship with Him. Fear of God leads to love of God, which ultimately leads to devotion to God. Malachi 1:6-2:9 Michael Best Sun, 17 Jan 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210117.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWe often think of fear as something to be avoided. But in the Bible, fear is sometimes equated with reverential awe. In fact, to fear God is to rightfully respect Him. For example, fear of God brings knowledge (Proverbs 1:7), wisdom (Psalm 111:10), confidence (Proverbs 14:25), and life (Proverbs 19:23). In this sermon from Malachi 1:6-2:9, we look at three ways to cultivate a healthy fear of God in our hearts:Do not be cavalier towards the Creator Do not allow ritual to replace relationship Do not trifle with the truth If we do not fear God, we will not have a vibrant relationship with Him. Fear of God leads to love of God, which ultimately leads to devotion to God. Malachi 1:6-2:9 Spiritual drift happens gradually. Few people wake up one day and suddenly decide to stop following God. Rather, it’s the busyness of life, even in the midst of spiritual practices, that our hearts can turn cold and cause us to wander from God. The prophet Malachi brought a strong message to God’s people who had fallen into spiritual apathy. He wanted them to wake up and renew their passion for the Lord before it was too late. In this sermon, we explore three characteristics of God’s love. The root of spiritual apathy is forgetting God’s love. To remain spiritually engaged, we need to remind our souls how much God loves us. God’s love is unchanging God’s love is unconditional God’s love is unlimited Malachi 1:1-5 Spiritual drift happens gradually. Few people wake up one day and suddenly decide to stop following God. Rather, it’s the busyness of life, even in the midst of spiritual practices, that our hearts can turn cold and cause us to wander from God. The prophet Malachi brought a strong message to God’s people who had fallen into spiritual apathy. He wanted them to wake up and renew their passion for the Lord before it was too late. In this sermon, we explore three characteristics of God’s love. The root of spiritual apathy is forgetting God’s love. To remain spiritually engaged, we need to remind our souls how much God loves us. God’s love is unchanging God’s love is unconditional God’s love is unlimited Malachi 1:1-5 Michael Best Sun, 10 Jan 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210110.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoSpiritual drift happens gradually. Few people wake up one day and suddenly decide to stop following God. Rather, it’s the busyness of life, even in the midst of spiritual practices, that our hearts can turn cold and cause us to wander from God. The prophet Malachi brought a strong message to God’s people who had fallen into spiritual apathy. He wanted them to wake up and renew their passion for the Lord before it was too late. In this sermon, we explore three characteristics of God’s love. The root of spiritual apathy is forgetting God’s love. To remain spiritually engaged, we need to remind our souls how much God loves us. God’s love is unchanging God’s love is unconditional God’s love is unlimited Malachi 1:1-5 Where do you look when you're faced with the unknown? In this sermon, we learn that even though the journey is unknown, the God of the Bible who makes Himself known is more than competent for the journey. Psalm 121 Where do you look when you're faced with the unknown? In this sermon, we learn that even though the journey is unknown, the God of the Bible who makes Himself known is more than competent for the journey. Psalm 121 Eric Targe Sun, 03 Jan 2021 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20210103.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoWhere do you look when you're faced with the unknown? In this sermon, we learn that even though the journey is unknown, the God of the Bible who makes Himself known is more than competent for the journey. Psalm 121 Popular stories take on a life of their own over time. We hear them so frequently that we run the risk of forgetting the true details of what really happened. Scripture should inform our understanding about the birth of Christ, not popular legends. In this sermon from Luke 2, we explore the good news of Jesus' birth. It may surprise us how normal, or common, some of the elements of the story may have been at that time, and what they tells us about our uncommon Savior who was born that day. Luke 2 Popular stories take on a life of their own over time. We hear them so frequently that we run the risk of forgetting the true details of what really happened. Scripture should inform our understanding about the birth of Christ, not popular legends. In this sermon from Luke 2, we explore the good news of Jesus' birth. It may surprise us how normal, or common, some of the elements of the story may have been at that time, and what they tells us about our uncommon Savior who was born that day. Luke 2 Michael Best Sun, 13 Dec 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201213.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoPopular stories take on a life of their own over time. We hear them so frequently that we run the risk of forgetting the true details of what really happened. Scripture should inform our understanding about the birth of Christ, not popular legends. In this sermon from Luke 2, we explore the good news of Jesus' birth. It may surprise us how normal, or common, some of the elements of the story may have been at that time, and what they tells us about our uncommon Savior who was born that day. Luke 2 In a year when so much has been abnormal, perhaps what we need most is to be reminded of the timeless message of Christmas. This sermon gets back to the basics of the Christmas story, looking at the narrative from Luke 1. Even though you may have heard the story many times before, God's plans still surprise and amaze us. The God who fulfilled promises in the past can be trusted to fulfill His promises to us today. Luke 1 In a year when so much has been abnormal, perhaps what we need most is to be reminded of the timeless message of Christmas. This sermon gets back to the basics of the Christmas story, looking at the narrative from Luke 1. Even though you may have heard the story many times before, God's plans still surprise and amaze us. The God who fulfilled promises in the past can be trusted to fulfill His promises to us today. Luke 1 Michael Best Sun, 06 Dec 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201206.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoIn a year when so much has been abnormal, perhaps what we need most is to be reminded of the timeless message of Christmas. This sermon gets back to the basics of the Christmas story, looking at the narrative from Luke 1. Even though you may have heard the story many times before, God's plans still surprise and amaze us. The God who fulfilled promises in the past can be trusted to fulfill His promises to us today. Luke 1 Living life without thanksgiving to God is a dangerous thing. Over time, our lack of thankfulness can degrade our hearts and cause significant damage to our personality and outlook on life. In this sermon, we look at three dangers of an ungrateful heart:Pride: Thankfulness brings life into perspective and leads to us to humility. It takes the focus off of ourselves and puts it onto God. Greed: Thankfulness and generosity go hand in hand. When we're thankful, our focus shifts from our needs and towards the needs of others. Jealousy: Thankfulness gives us a spirit of contentment in the things that God has given us. We no longer look with envy at others, but find satisfaction in our portion from the Lord. Happy Thanksgiving! Romans 1:21 Living life without thanksgiving to God is a dangerous thing. Over time, our lack of thankfulness can degrade our hearts and cause significant damage to our personality and outlook on life. In this sermon, we look at three dangers of an ungrateful heart:Pride: Thankfulness brings life into perspective and leads to us to humility. It takes the focus off of ourselves and puts it onto God. Greed: Thankfulness and generosity go hand in hand. When we're thankful, our focus shifts from our needs and towards the needs of others. Jealousy: Thankfulness gives us a spirit of contentment in the things that God has given us. We no longer look with envy at others, but find satisfaction in our portion from the Lord. Happy Thanksgiving! Romans 1:21 Michael Best Sun, 22 Nov 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201122.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoLiving life without thanksgiving to God is a dangerous thing. Over time, our lack of thankfulness can degrade our hearts and cause significant damage to our personality and outlook on life. In this sermon, we look at three dangers of an ungrateful heart:Pride: Thankfulness brings life into perspective and leads to us to humility. It takes the focus off of ourselves and puts it onto God. Greed: Thankfulness and generosity go hand in hand. When we're thankful, our focus shifts from our needs and towards the needs of others. Jealousy: Thankfulness gives us a spirit of contentment in the things that God has given us. We no longer look with envy at others, but find satisfaction in our portion from the Lord. Happy Thanksgiving! Romans 1:21 Thankfulness is a regular theme we find in Scripture. It's a "superpower" in the Christian life. But how can we do it well, at all times, in all seasons? When we put thankfulness into practice, it has a wide-ranging impact on our daily lives. And the good news is that there are things the we can always be thankful for:The character of God That God's plans never change That God has given us salvation Various passages Thankfulness is a regular theme we find in Scripture. It's a "superpower" in the Christian life. But how can we do it well, at all times, in all seasons? When we put thankfulness into practice, it has a wide-ranging impact on our daily lives. And the good news is that there are things the we can always be thankful for:The character of God That God's plans never change That God has given us salvation Various passages Michael Best Sun, 15 Nov 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201115.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThankfulness is a regular theme we find in Scripture. It's a "superpower" in the Christian life. But how can we do it well, at all times, in all seasons? When we put thankfulness into practice, it has a wide-ranging impact on our daily lives. And the good news is that there are things the we can always be thankful for:The character of God That God's plans never change That God has given us salvation Various passages There’s a 50/50 chance that you are either happy or disappointed with the results of the election. For many people, the uncertainty of this time stresses us out. We so easily get caught up in the earthly implications of these events that we miss the bigger picture of our calling as citizens of heaven. In this sermon, we look at three constant reminders of our heavenly citizenship as followers of Jesus Christ:1) God is still on the throne: We serve a King that reigns forever, and our values should reflect His values. God is still the object of our trust: There is only one who you can put your trust in and not be disappointed -- put your trust in Jesus. God is still sovereign over all things: We can find our rest in the sovereignty of God, because He is in control. As citizens of heaven, the goal of our lives should be about making God's name great in the country that we live. Psalm 20:7, Daniel 2:21 There’s a 50/50 chance that you are either happy or disappointed with the results of the election. For many people, the uncertainty of this time stresses us out. We so easily get caught up in the earthly implications of these events that we miss the bigger picture of our calling as citizens of heaven. In this sermon, we look at three constant reminders of our heavenly citizenship as followers of Jesus Christ:1) God is still on the throne: We serve a King that reigns forever, and our values should reflect His values. God is still the object of our trust: There is only one who you can put your trust in and not be disappointed -- put your trust in Jesus. God is still sovereign over all things: We can find our rest in the sovereignty of God, because He is in control. As citizens of heaven, the goal of our lives should be about making God's name great in the country that we live. Psalm 20:7, Daniel 2:21 Michael Best Sun, 08 Nov 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201108.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThere’s a 50/50 chance that you are either happy or disappointed with the results of the election. For many people, the uncertainty of this time stresses us out. We so easily get caught up in the earthly implications of these events that we miss the bigger picture of our calling as citizens of heaven. In this sermon, we look at three constant reminders of our heavenly citizenship as followers of Jesus Christ:1) God is still on the throne: We serve a King that reigns forever, and our values should reflect His values. God is still the object of our trust: There is only one who you can put your trust in and not be disappointed -- put your trust in Jesus. God is still sovereign over all things: We can find our rest in the sovereignty of God, because He is in control. As citizens of heaven, the goal of our lives should be about making God's name great in the country that we live. Psalm 20:7, Daniel 2:21 How does Scripture guide our response to government, even if we don't like the leaders or policies that are in place? How we live post-election does not depend on who wins, but on what God says. The challenge for us is to let our faith inform our politics, because it feels more natural to let our politics inform everything else about our lives. No matter who wins the election this week, our response as Christians should be the same – submit, honor, and pray. Are there ever exceptions to submitting to governing authorities? Yes: when you are commanded to do something that God forbids, or when you are forbidden to do something that God commands. The temptation, however, is to use these exceptions when it's convenient for us, and to lose sight of the main point – that we are to submit to and honor those in positions of authority. Romans 13:1-7 and 1 Peter 2:13-17 How does Scripture guide our response to government, even if we don't like the leaders or policies that are in place? How we live post-election does not depend on who wins, but on what God says. The challenge for us is to let our faith inform our politics, because it feels more natural to let our politics inform everything else about our lives. No matter who wins the election this week, our response as Christians should be the same – submit, honor, and pray. Are there ever exceptions to submitting to governing authorities? Yes: when you are commanded to do something that God forbids, or when you are forbidden to do something that God commands. The temptation, however, is to use these exceptions when it's convenient for us, and to lose sight of the main point – that we are to submit to and honor those in positions of authority. Romans 13:1-7 and 1 Peter 2:13-17 Michael Best Sun, 01 Nov 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201101.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHow does Scripture guide our response to government, even if we don't like the leaders or policies that are in place? How we live post-election does not depend on who wins, but on what God says. The challenge for us is to let our faith inform our politics, because it feels more natural to let our politics inform everything else about our lives. No matter who wins the election this week, our response as Christians should be the same – submit, honor, and pray. Are there ever exceptions to submitting to governing authorities? Yes: when you are commanded to do something that God forbids, or when you are forbidden to do something that God commands. The temptation, however, is to use these exceptions when it's convenient for us, and to lose sight of the main point – that we are to submit to and honor those in positions of authority. Romans 13:1-7 and 1 Peter 2:13-17 Politics has become one of the most prominent idols of our time, particularly so during this election season. Yet politics will always overpromise and underdeliver. How can we avoid letting the idol of politics overwhelm our thinking? We need to find a way to put Jesus above politics. In this sermon, we explore four things Jesus gives that politics cannot:Ultimate meaning Ultimate purpose Ultimate security Ultimate rest This election season, you can give your vote to a candidate, but don't forget to give your heart to God. That's what really matters. John 18:36, Matthew 11:28-30 Politics has become one of the most prominent idols of our time, particularly so during this election season. Yet politics will always overpromise and underdeliver. How can we avoid letting the idol of politics overwhelm our thinking? We need to find a way to put Jesus above politics. In this sermon, we explore four things Jesus gives that politics cannot:Ultimate meaning Ultimate purpose Ultimate security Ultimate rest This election season, you can give your vote to a candidate, but don't forget to give your heart to God. That's what really matters. John 18:36, Matthew 11:28-30 Michael Best Sun, 25 Oct 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201025.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoPolitics has become one of the most prominent idols of our time, particularly so during this election season. Yet politics will always overpromise and underdeliver. How can we avoid letting the idol of politics overwhelm our thinking? We need to find a way to put Jesus above politics. In this sermon, we explore four things Jesus gives that politics cannot:Ultimate meaning Ultimate purpose Ultimate security Ultimate rest This election season, you can give your vote to a candidate, but don't forget to give your heart to God. That's what really matters. John 18:36, Matthew 11:28-30 Politics is the most popular yet divisive issue in our nation today. How do we keep our witness intact as we navigate this season? In this sermon, we explore three reasons the unity of Christians is so important despite our different political lenses:Unity demonstrates the power of the gospel Unity shows the love of Christ Unity bears witness to the world John 17:20-23, Galatians 3:27-28 Politics is the most popular yet divisive issue in our nation today. How do we keep our witness intact as we navigate this season? In this sermon, we explore three reasons the unity of Christians is so important despite our different political lenses:Unity demonstrates the power of the gospel Unity shows the love of Christ Unity bears witness to the world John 17:20-23, Galatians 3:27-28 Michael Best Sun, 18 Oct 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201018.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoPolitics is the most popular yet divisive issue in our nation today. How do we keep our witness intact as we navigate this season? In this sermon, we explore three reasons the unity of Christians is so important despite our different political lenses:Unity demonstrates the power of the gospel Unity shows the love of Christ Unity bears witness to the world John 17:20-23, Galatians 3:27-28 As things have changed in our country and we adapt to a new normal, many of us have uncertainties. Our new reality is unexpected and unsettling. Where can we look to feel more grounded? In this sermon, we look at Genesis 9 and discover four certainties on which we can rely in an uncertain world.God is sovereign Man is sinful Obedience is significant Justice is sure Genesis 9:18-34 As things have changed in our country and we adapt to a new normal, many of us have uncertainties. Our new reality is unexpected and unsettling. Where can we look to feel more grounded? In this sermon, we look at Genesis 9 and discover four certainties on which we can rely in an uncertain world.God is sovereign Man is sinful Obedience is significant Justice is sure Genesis 9:18-34 Michael Best Sun, 11 Oct 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201011.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAs things have changed in our country and we adapt to a new normal, many of us have uncertainties. Our new reality is unexpected and unsettling. Where can we look to feel more grounded? In this sermon, we look at Genesis 9 and discover four certainties on which we can rely in an uncertain world.God is sovereign Man is sinful Obedience is significant Justice is sure Genesis 9:18-34 We all expect that promises are meant to be kept. Does God keep His promises to us? In this passage from the life of Noah, we see what happens when God makes a promise to humanity. The story teaches us three characteristics of God's covenants: they are rooted in God's grace, they are meant for our flourishing, and they bring about reassurance. Genesis 8:20-9:17 We all expect that promises are meant to be kept. Does God keep His promises to us? In this passage from the life of Noah, we see what happens when God makes a promise to humanity. The story teaches us three characteristics of God's covenants: they are rooted in God's grace, they are meant for our flourishing, and they bring about reassurance. Genesis 8:20-9:17 Michael Best Sun, 04 Oct 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20201004.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWe all expect that promises are meant to be kept. Does God keep His promises to us? In this passage from the life of Noah, we see what happens when God makes a promise to humanity. The story teaches us three characteristics of God's covenants: they are rooted in God's grace, they are meant for our flourishing, and they bring about reassurance. Genesis 8:20-9:17 Life can seem like we always need to hurry up. We live in the fast lane and don't like to wait. But waiting is a regular part of life. How do we wait well? This story from Noah's life teaches us that in our waiting, God is working. We learn three keys to waiting on God: rest in God's remembrance; persevere in patience; and walk according to His Word. Genesis 8 Life can seem like we always need to hurry up. We live in the fast lane and don't like to wait. But waiting is a regular part of life. How do we wait well? This story from Noah's life teaches us that in our waiting, God is working. We learn three keys to waiting on God: rest in God's remembrance; persevere in patience; and walk according to His Word. Genesis 8 Michael Best Sun, 27 Sep 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200927.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoLife can seem like we always need to hurry up. We live in the fast lane and don't like to wait. But waiting is a regular part of life. How do we wait well? This story from Noah's life teaches us that in our waiting, God is working. We learn three keys to waiting on God: rest in God's remembrance; persevere in patience; and walk according to His Word. Genesis 8 Even when we don't deserve it, God shows us mercy. The story of the flood demonstrates three mercies that God provides for Noah, and ultimately all of mankind. In this story of great destruction, we catch glimpses of God's merciful, saving nature: God provides salvation, God protects His people, and God is faithful to His word. We serve a God who will not be mocked; when He says He will judge sin, He will do it. The flood narrative points to another coming judgement. Jesus compared Noah's flood to a coming judgment upon mankind. The good news? God saves sinners; it's in His nature to provide a way out for us through Jesus. Genesis 7 Even when we don't deserve it, God shows us mercy. The story of the flood demonstrates three mercies that God provides for Noah, and ultimately all of mankind. In this story of great destruction, we catch glimpses of God's merciful, saving nature: God provides salvation, God protects His people, and God is faithful to His word. We serve a God who will not be mocked; when He says He will judge sin, He will do it. The flood narrative points to another coming judgement. Jesus compared Noah's flood to a coming judgment upon mankind. The good news? God saves sinners; it's in His nature to provide a way out for us through Jesus. Genesis 7 Michael Best Sun, 20 Sep 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200920.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoEven when we don't deserve it, God shows us mercy. The story of the flood demonstrates three mercies that God provides for Noah, and ultimately all of mankind. In this story of great destruction, we catch glimpses of God's merciful, saving nature: God provides salvation, God protects His people, and God is faithful to His word. We serve a God who will not be mocked; when He says He will judge sin, He will do it. The flood narrative points to another coming judgement. Jesus compared Noah's flood to a coming judgment upon mankind. The good news? God saves sinners; it's in His nature to provide a way out for us through Jesus. Genesis 7 For those of us familiar with Scripture, we may be quick to gloss over the life of Noah and think we already know the story. But there's so much more to it than you may think. In this sermon, we explore three characteristics of a gracious God that motivates us to remain righteous in a wicked world:God is a God who sees us in the midst of all that is going on. The implication is that our faithfulness to God does not go unnoticed. God is a God who saves. The implication is that God is just and takes sin seriously. If we are uncomfortable with that idea, we have not understood the extent of the crime of wickedness before Him. God is a God who secures His people in relationship with Him. The implication is that we can trust Him by living a life of obedience. Genesis 6:9-22 For those of us familiar with Scripture, we may be quick to gloss over the life of Noah and think we already know the story. But there's so much more to it than you may think. In this sermon, we explore three characteristics of a gracious God that motivates us to remain righteous in a wicked world:God is a God who sees us in the midst of all that is going on. The implication is that our faithfulness to God does not go unnoticed. God is a God who saves. The implication is that God is just and takes sin seriously. If we are uncomfortable with that idea, we have not understood the extent of the crime of wickedness before Him. God is a God who secures His people in relationship with Him. The implication is that we can trust Him by living a life of obedience. Genesis 6:9-22 Michael Best Sun, 13 Sep 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200913.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoFor those of us familiar with Scripture, we may be quick to gloss over the life of Noah and think we already know the story. But there's so much more to it than you may think. In this sermon, we explore three characteristics of a gracious God that motivates us to remain righteous in a wicked world:God is a God who sees us in the midst of all that is going on. The implication is that our faithfulness to God does not go unnoticed. God is a God who saves. The implication is that God is just and takes sin seriously. If we are uncomfortable with that idea, we have not understood the extent of the crime of wickedness before Him. God is a God who secures His people in relationship with Him. The implication is that we can trust Him by living a life of obedience. Genesis 6:9-22 Disagreement is something that we can expect within the church, but when we disagree it can and should be done in a godly way. The goal is to maintain our unity as a church throughout disagreement, prioritizing our relationships with our brothers and sisters in Christ above the temptation to be right at all costs. In this sermon, Pastor Bertsche challenges us to work a lot harder to understand and respect those who disagree with us. Philippians 2:1-4 Disagreement is something that we can expect within the church, but when we disagree it can and should be done in a godly way. The goal is to maintain our unity as a church throughout disagreement, prioritizing our relationships with our brothers and sisters in Christ above the temptation to be right at all costs. In this sermon, Pastor Bertsche challenges us to work a lot harder to understand and respect those who disagree with us. Philippians 2:1-4 Bill Bertsche Sun, 06 Sep 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200906.mp3 moody, moody church, Bill Bertsche The Moody ChurchnoDisagreement is something that we can expect within the church, but when we disagree it can and should be done in a godly way. The goal is to maintain our unity as a church throughout disagreement, prioritizing our relationships with our brothers and sisters in Christ above the temptation to be right at all costs. In this sermon, Pastor Bertsche challenges us to work a lot harder to understand and respect those who disagree with us. Philippians 2:1-4 As we wrap up our series , featuring conversations on race between panelists representing members of our staff and congregation, we conclude with two important question: what does the Bible say about race, and how should we respond to this issue? Pastor Best helps guide our thinking on this important issue by encouraging us to listen, learn, love, and live as followers of Jesus Christ. As we wrap up our series , featuring conversations on race between panelists representing members of our staff and congregation, we conclude with two important question: what does the Bible say about race, and how should we respond to this issue? Pastor Best helps guide our thinking on this important issue by encouraging us to listen, learn, love, and live as followers of Jesus Christ. Michael Best Sun, 30 Aug 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200830.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAs we wrap up our series , featuring conversations on race between panelists representing members of our staff and congregation, we conclude with two important question: what does the Bible say about race, and how should we respond to this issue? Pastor Best helps guide our thinking on this important issue by encouraging us to listen, learn, love, and live as followers of Jesus Christ. In this conversation on race, Pastor Philip Miller, Elder Tony Durns, and Charlie Miles discuss what the Bible says about justice, equality, and advocacy. In this conversation on race, Pastor Philip Miller, Elder Tony Durns, and Charlie Miles discuss what the Bible says about justice, equality, and advocacy. Philip Miller Sun, 23 Aug 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200823.mp3 moody, moody church, Philip Miller The Moody ChurchnoIn this conversation on race, Pastor Philip Miller, Elder Tony Durns, and Charlie Miles discuss what the Bible says about justice, equality, and advocacy. In this conversation about race, Elbert Whitfield, Cassie Eng, Pastor Josue Reyes, and Pastor Bob Gunter discuss the heavenly vision of diversity and its connection to church life today. In this conversation about race, Elbert Whitfield, Cassie Eng, Pastor Josue Reyes, and Pastor Bob Gunter discuss the heavenly vision of diversity and its connection to church life today. Kirk Baker Sun, 16 Aug 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200816.mp3 moody, moody church, Kirk Baker The Moody ChurchnoIn this conversation about race, Elbert Whitfield, Cassie Eng, Pastor Josue Reyes, and Pastor Bob Gunter discuss the heavenly vision of diversity and its connection to church life today. Our series “Conversations on Race” hosts important conversations with our staff and church members on how Christians should think about racism in our world. In our second conversation, Pastor Larry McCarthy and Ron Ingram share their stories and describe how the gospel has transformed their perspectives on racism. Our series “Conversations on Race” hosts important conversations with our staff and church members on how Christians should think about racism in our world. In our second conversation, Pastor Larry McCarthy and Ron Ingram share their stories and describe how the gospel has transformed their perspectives on racism. TK Khumalo Sun, 09 Aug 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200809.mp3 moody, moody church, TK Khumalo The Moody ChurchnoOur series “Conversations on Race” hosts important conversations with our staff and church members on how Christians should think about racism in our world. In our second conversation, Pastor Larry McCarthy and Ron Ingram share their stories and describe how the gospel has transformed their perspectives on racism. Racism is a critical topic of discussion across American society today, even in the church. What does the Bible say about racism? How does being made in the image of God impact how we view others? What can we learn from the lives and experiences of others in our church? Our new series “Conversations on Race” hosts important conversations with our staff and church members on how Christians should think about racism in our world. In our first conversation, Moody Church couple Les and Jocelyn Carter, and Assistant Worship Director "TK" Khumalo, share their perspectives on this issue. Racism is a critical topic of discussion across American society today, even in the church. What does the Bible say about racism? How does being made in the image of God impact how we view others? What can we learn from the lives and experiences of others in our church? Our new series “Conversations on Race” hosts important conversations with our staff and church members on how Christians should think about racism in our world. In our first conversation, Moody Church couple Les and Jocelyn Carter, and Assistant Worship Director "TK" Khumalo, share their perspectives on this issue. Michael Best Sun, 02 Aug 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200802.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoRacism is a critical topic of discussion across American society today, even in the church. What does the Bible say about racism? How does being made in the image of God impact how we view others? What can we learn from the lives and experiences of others in our church? Our new series “Conversations on Race” hosts important conversations with our staff and church members on how Christians should think about racism in our world. In our first conversation, Moody Church couple Les and Jocelyn Carter, and Assistant Worship Director "TK" Khumalo, share their perspectives on this issue. Three keys to gospel conversations:1. Know the necessity of using words2. Follow the example of Jesus3. Remember the power of God's Words Romans 10:14 Three keys to gospel conversations:1. Know the necessity of using words2. Follow the example of Jesus3. Remember the power of God's Words Romans 10:14 Michael Best Sun, 26 Jul 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200726.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThree keys to gospel conversations:1. Know the necessity of using words2. Follow the example of Jesus3. Remember the power of God's Words Romans 10:14 Our words can be used for destruction or for good. We all have that power in the words that we choose to use. In what ways can we use our words towards good? In this sermon, Pastor Michael Best explores three ways our words can build others up:1) Encouragement: this is the idea of inspiring someone else with courage and confidence.2) Confession: this is the idea of admitting to a sin that what we see in ourselves.3) Confront: this is the idea of having the hard conversations with others to confront sin in their lives. As we choose our words this week, let’s use them for the good of others. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Our words can be used for destruction or for good. We all have that power in the words that we choose to use. In what ways can we use our words towards good? In this sermon, Pastor Michael Best explores three ways our words can build others up:1) Encouragement: this is the idea of inspiring someone else with courage and confidence.2) Confession: this is the idea of admitting to a sin that what we see in ourselves.3) Confront: this is the idea of having the hard conversations with others to confront sin in their lives. As we choose our words this week, let’s use them for the good of others. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Michael Best Sun, 19 Jul 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200719.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoOur words can be used for destruction or for good. We all have that power in the words that we choose to use. In what ways can we use our words towards good? In this sermon, Pastor Michael Best explores three ways our words can build others up:1) Encouragement: this is the idea of inspiring someone else with courage and confidence.2) Confession: this is the idea of admitting to a sin that what we see in ourselves.3) Confront: this is the idea of having the hard conversations with others to confront sin in their lives. As we choose our words this week, let’s use them for the good of others. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Every relationship will have conflict, so how should we handle our words when conflict when it comes into our lives? Three questions to ask yourself when in conflict:1. Why am I in this conflict?2. How should I act in conflict?3. What is the goal of this conflict? Proverbs 10:19 Every relationship will have conflict, so how should we handle our words when conflict when it comes into our lives? Three questions to ask yourself when in conflict:1. Why am I in this conflict?2. How should I act in conflict?3. What is the goal of this conflict? Proverbs 10:19 Michael Best Sun, 12 Jul 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200712.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoEvery relationship will have conflict, so how should we handle our words when conflict when it comes into our lives? Three questions to ask yourself when in conflict:1. Why am I in this conflict?2. How should I act in conflict?3. What is the goal of this conflict? Proverbs 10:19 A wise person stewards well the resources they are given. We think a lot about stewarding money or time, but we often think very little about stewarding one of our most valuable resource: our words. Many studies suggest that the average person speaks 16,000 words a day. How are you stewarding your 16,000 daily words? God’s Word has much to say about our words. In this sermon, Pastor Michael shares three reasons why we need to be good stewards of our words: our words are powerful, our words are revealing, and our words shape our faith. Psalm 141:3 A wise person stewards well the resources they are given. We think a lot about stewarding money or time, but we often think very little about stewarding one of our most valuable resource: our words. Many studies suggest that the average person speaks 16,000 words a day. How are you stewarding your 16,000 daily words? God’s Word has much to say about our words. In this sermon, Pastor Michael shares three reasons why we need to be good stewards of our words: our words are powerful, our words are revealing, and our words shape our faith. Psalm 141:3 Michael Best Sun, 05 Jul 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200705.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoA wise person stewards well the resources they are given. We think a lot about stewarding money or time, but we often think very little about stewarding one of our most valuable resource: our words. Many studies suggest that the average person speaks 16,000 words a day. How are you stewarding your 16,000 daily words? God’s Word has much to say about our words. In this sermon, Pastor Michael shares three reasons why we need to be good stewards of our words: our words are powerful, our words are revealing, and our words shape our faith. Psalm 141:3 As we wrap up this series, Pastor Eric asks an important question: how can we know that God loves us now and will continue to forever? Through the passage, we learn that there's nothing we can do to cause God's love, because He first loved us; and there's nothing that we can do that will stop God's love for us, because we have a savior in Jesus Christ. In this we can rest and know the security of God's love for us. Romas 8:29-39 As we wrap up this series, Pastor Eric asks an important question: how can we know that God loves us now and will continue to forever? Through the passage, we learn that there's nothing we can do to cause God's love, because He first loved us; and there's nothing that we can do that will stop God's love for us, because we have a savior in Jesus Christ. In this we can rest and know the security of God's love for us. Romas 8:29-39 Eric Targe Sun, 28 Jun 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200628.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoAs we wrap up this series, Pastor Eric asks an important question: how can we know that God loves us now and will continue to forever? Through the passage, we learn that there's nothing we can do to cause God's love, because He first loved us; and there's nothing that we can do that will stop God's love for us, because we have a savior in Jesus Christ. In this we can rest and know the security of God's love for us. Romas 8:29-39 Is this world broken? If it is, can it be fixed? In this message, Pastor Eric continues our study through Romans 8. We learn that brokenness does not necessarily lead to brokenness. There is surprising hope for our world. Romans 8:18-28 Is this world broken? If it is, can it be fixed? In this message, Pastor Eric continues our study through Romans 8. We learn that brokenness does not necessarily lead to brokenness. There is surprising hope for our world. Romans 8:18-28 Eric Targe Sun, 21 Jun 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200621.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoIs this world broken? If it is, can it be fixed? In this message, Pastor Eric continues our study through Romans 8. We learn that brokenness does not necessarily lead to brokenness. There is surprising hope for our world. Romans 8:18-28 Are we all really God’s children? In this sermon, Pastor Eric shares three thing that are true about all children of God: we’re all debtors, we’re all adopted, and we’re all inheritors. Romans 8:12-17 Are we all really God’s children? In this sermon, Pastor Eric shares three thing that are true about all children of God: we’re all debtors, we’re all adopted, and we’re all inheritors. Romans 8:12-17 Romans 8:12-17 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200614.mp3 moody, moody church, Romans 8:12-17 The Moody ChurchnoAre we all really God’s children? In this sermon, Pastor Eric shares three thing that are true about all children of God: we’re all debtors, we’re all adopted, and we’re all inheritors. Romans 8:12-17 What does it mean to live life to the fullest? To let our spirits soar? Our culture has embraced a philosophy promoting ways to live as freely as possible; we tend to pursue our personal pleasures above all else. But our culture has failed to define what it truly means to live. In this passage, the Apostle Paul demonstrates that life-giving spirituality is not a practice, but a person. Romans 8:1-11 What does it mean to live life to the fullest? To let our spirits soar? Our culture has embraced a philosophy promoting ways to live as freely as possible; we tend to pursue our personal pleasures above all else. But our culture has failed to define what it truly means to live. In this passage, the Apostle Paul demonstrates that life-giving spirituality is not a practice, but a person. Romans 8:1-11 Eric Targe Sun, 07 Jun 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200607.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoWhat does it mean to live life to the fullest? To let our spirits soar? Our culture has embraced a philosophy promoting ways to live as freely as possible; we tend to pursue our personal pleasures above all else. But our culture has failed to define what it truly means to live. In this passage, the Apostle Paul demonstrates that life-giving spirituality is not a practice, but a person. Romans 8:1-11 Why should we listen to God? In this passage, God speaks to the church at Laodicea. It's a passage of scripture that implores to us listen up when God speaks directly to us. Through this church's example, we learn that God knows us, He knows what we need, and He loves us enough to discipline us. Revelation 3:14-22 Why should we listen to God? In this passage, God speaks to the church at Laodicea. It's a passage of scripture that implores to us listen up when God speaks directly to us. Through this church's example, we learn that God knows us, He knows what we need, and He loves us enough to discipline us. Revelation 3:14-22 Justin May Sun, 31 May 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200531.mp3 moody, moody church, Justin May The Moody ChurchnoWhy should we listen to God? In this passage, God speaks to the church at Laodicea. It's a passage of scripture that implores to us listen up when God speaks directly to us. Through this church's example, we learn that God knows us, He knows what we need, and He loves us enough to discipline us. Revelation 3:14-22 What do you really love? In part one of this series, Justin May looks at the church of Ephesus described in Revelation 2. The text forces us to ask a critical question: what would our lives and our churches look like if we had more passion for Jesus? Revelation 2:1-7 What do you really love? In part one of this series, Justin May looks at the church of Ephesus described in Revelation 2. The text forces us to ask a critical question: what would our lives and our churches look like if we had more passion for Jesus? Revelation 2:1-7 Justin May Sun, 24 May 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200524.mp3 moody, moody church, Justin May The Moody ChurchnoWhat do you really love? In part one of this series, Justin May looks at the church of Ephesus described in Revelation 2. The text forces us to ask a critical question: what would our lives and our churches look like if we had more passion for Jesus? Revelation 2:1-7 As we wrap up our series on hope, let's ask ourselves an important question: are we are placing our hope in the right thing? If we have our hope in the right thing, there are three things that should be present in our lives: joy, boldness, and endurance.  Are these qualities proof of true hope in our lives? Colossians 1:3–5, 1 Thessalonians 1:3 As we wrap up our series on hope, let's ask ourselves an important question: are we are placing our hope in the right thing? If we have our hope in the right thing, there are three things that should be present in our lives: joy, boldness, and endurance.  Are these qualities proof of true hope in our lives? Colossians 1:3–5, 1 Thessalonians 1:3 Michael Best Sun, 17 May 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200517.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAs we wrap up our series on hope, let's ask ourselves an important question: are we are placing our hope in the right thing? If we have our hope in the right thing, there are three things that should be present in our lives: joy, boldness, and endurance.  Are these qualities proof of true hope in our lives? Colossians 1:3–5, 1 Thessalonians 1:3 Many of us are starting to think more and more about the future: what will the next phase of our lives look like? Followers of Jesus should be people who have hearts set on the future, on eternity. Scripture has much to say about the future return of Christ. In this sermon, we hear three reasons that our hope is in Christ's second coming: it changes our current perspective; it teaches us how to wait; and it reminds us of what matters most. 1 Peter 1:13 Many of us are starting to think more and more about the future: what will the next phase of our lives look like? Followers of Jesus should be people who have hearts set on the future, on eternity. Scripture has much to say about the future return of Christ. In this sermon, we hear three reasons that our hope is in Christ's second coming: it changes our current perspective; it teaches us how to wait; and it reminds us of what matters most. 1 Peter 1:13 Michael Best Sun, 10 May 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200510.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoMany of us are starting to think more and more about the future: what will the next phase of our lives look like? Followers of Jesus should be people who have hearts set on the future, on eternity. Scripture has much to say about the future return of Christ. In this sermon, we hear three reasons that our hope is in Christ's second coming: it changes our current perspective; it teaches us how to wait; and it reminds us of what matters most. 1 Peter 1:13 It's hard to ignore how broken the world is during these unusual times. Is there any hope? In this passage, we see three characteristics of the hope we have through the redeeming power of the gospel: our hope is beyond compare, our hope is beyond ourselves, and our hope is beyond experience. What are you putting your hope in today? Romans 5:18-25 It's hard to ignore how broken the world is during these unusual times. Is there any hope? In this passage, we see three characteristics of the hope we have through the redeeming power of the gospel: our hope is beyond compare, our hope is beyond ourselves, and our hope is beyond experience. What are you putting your hope in today? Romans 5:18-25 Michael Best Sun, 03 May 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200503.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoIt's hard to ignore how broken the world is during these unusual times. Is there any hope? In this passage, we see three characteristics of the hope we have through the redeeming power of the gospel: our hope is beyond compare, our hope is beyond ourselves, and our hope is beyond experience. What are you putting your hope in today? Romans 5:18-25 What does it mean as followers of Jesus to have hope? And how does that hope help us when we are suffering and in pain? Three ways to have enduring hope in difficult times: place your hope in God; know how hope grows; and to see that assurance that hope brings.Romans 5:1-5 What does it mean as followers of Jesus to have hope? And how does that hope help us when we are suffering and in pain? Three ways to have enduring hope in difficult times: place your hope in God; know how hope grows; and to see that assurance that hope brings.Romans 5:1-5 Michael Best Sun, 26 Apr 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200426.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat does it mean as followers of Jesus to have hope? And how does that hope help us when we are suffering and in pain? Three ways to have enduring hope in difficult times: place your hope in God; know how hope grows; and to see that assurance that hope brings.Romans 5:1-5 We all hope that the pandemic will soon pass and that life will get back to normal. Yet for all our hope, none of us really knows what the next weeks and months will look like. When the Bible talks about hope, is it hope like this? Hope that just wants something to happen, even if it’s just wishful thinking? Or is biblical hope something different, something deeper, something better? As we begin our new series, we learn that hope isn't simply a concept but that it has a name, Jesus. Mark 5:21-43 We all hope that the pandemic will soon pass and that life will get back to normal. Yet for all our hope, none of us really knows what the next weeks and months will look like. When the Bible talks about hope, is it hope like this? Hope that just wants something to happen, even if it’s just wishful thinking? Or is biblical hope something different, something deeper, something better? As we begin our new series, we learn that hope isn't simply a concept but that it has a name, Jesus. Mark 5:21-43 Michael Best Sun, 19 Apr 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200419.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWe all hope that the pandemic will soon pass and that life will get back to normal. Yet for all our hope, none of us really knows what the next weeks and months will look like. When the Bible talks about hope, is it hope like this? Hope that just wants something to happen, even if it’s just wishful thinking? Or is biblical hope something different, something deeper, something better? As we begin our new series, we learn that hope isn't simply a concept but that it has a name, Jesus. Mark 5:21-43 On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the power of the resurrection to transform our lives and bring us redemption through faith in Jesus! In this sermon, Pastor Best reminds us of four results of the resurrection of Jesus: the resurrection grounds salvation, brings life, gives assurance, and demands surrender. Romans 10:9-10 On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the power of the resurrection to transform our lives and bring us redemption through faith in Jesus! In this sermon, Pastor Best reminds us of four results of the resurrection of Jesus: the resurrection grounds salvation, brings life, gives assurance, and demands surrender. Romans 10:9-10 Michael Best Sun, 12 Apr 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200412_Fixed.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoOn Easter Sunday, we celebrate the power of the resurrection to transform our lives and bring us redemption through faith in Jesus! In this sermon, Pastor Best reminds us of four results of the resurrection of Jesus: the resurrection grounds salvation, brings life, gives assurance, and demands surrender. Romans 10:9-10 God uses the Church in cities to stir the whole country. Historically, when Christianity flourished in cities, the message of Jesus spread everywhere. Today, cities are hotbeds of the global pandemic and many are afraid to be outside in public. Yet during this time, great hope exists for gospel proclamation. Luke 19:41-44 God uses the Church in cities to stir the whole country. Historically, when Christianity flourished in cities, the message of Jesus spread everywhere. Today, cities are hotbeds of the global pandemic and many are afraid to be outside in public. Yet during this time, great hope exists for gospel proclamation. Luke 19:41-44 Josue Reyes Sun, 05 Apr 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200405.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoGod uses the Church in cities to stir the whole country. Historically, when Christianity flourished in cities, the message of Jesus spread everywhere. Today, cities are hotbeds of the global pandemic and many are afraid to be outside in public. Yet during this time, great hope exists for gospel proclamation. Luke 19:41-44 In Pastor Philip's first visit to Sunday night service, he gives us a short devotional from Isaiah 6 about the joys of gospel renewal. Drawing on the imagery from the passage, he outlines the four stages we go through when we experience the true transformation of the gospel in our lives. Isaiah 6 In Pastor Philip's first visit to Sunday night service, he gives us a short devotional from Isaiah 6 about the joys of gospel renewal. Drawing on the imagery from the passage, he outlines the four stages we go through when we experience the true transformation of the gospel in our lives. Isaiah 6 Philip Miller Sun, 29 Mar 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200329.mp3 moody, moody church, Philip Miller The Moody ChurchnoIn Pastor Philip's first visit to Sunday night service, he gives us a short devotional from Isaiah 6 about the joys of gospel renewal. Drawing on the imagery from the passage, he outlines the four stages we go through when we experience the true transformation of the gospel in our lives. Isaiah 6 We live in scary times, and it can be easy to let fear dominate our lives. But when we turn to God’s Word, we see that He is with us, and none of the events of this world catch Him by surprise. No matter how crazy life gets, we as followers of Jesus should not be controlled by fear but compelled by love. Psalm 46:1-3 We live in scary times, and it can be easy to let fear dominate our lives. But when we turn to God’s Word, we see that He is with us, and none of the events of this world catch Him by surprise. No matter how crazy life gets, we as followers of Jesus should not be controlled by fear but compelled by love. Psalm 46:1-3 Michael Best Sun, 22 Mar 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200322.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWe live in scary times, and it can be easy to let fear dominate our lives. But when we turn to God’s Word, we see that He is with us, and none of the events of this world catch Him by surprise. No matter how crazy life gets, we as followers of Jesus should not be controlled by fear but compelled by love. Psalm 46:1-3 Prayer is the tool that will get us through that darkest valleys of our lives. But it’s important to remember how to pray, and not to keep prayer only focused on ourselves. In this passage, we see four key characteristics of prayer in the life of a believer: we need to pray constantly, we need to pray submissively, we need to pray vigilantly, and we need to pray evangelistically. Ephesians 6:18-20 Prayer is the tool that will get us through that darkest valleys of our lives. But it’s important to remember how to pray, and not to keep prayer only focused on ourselves. In this passage, we see four key characteristics of prayer in the life of a believer: we need to pray constantly, we need to pray submissively, we need to pray vigilantly, and we need to pray evangelistically. Ephesians 6:18-20 Michael Best Sun, 08 Mar 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200308.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoPrayer is the tool that will get us through that darkest valleys of our lives. But it’s important to remember how to pray, and not to keep prayer only focused on ourselves. In this passage, we see four key characteristics of prayer in the life of a believer: we need to pray constantly, we need to pray submissively, we need to pray vigilantly, and we need to pray evangelistically. Ephesians 6:18-20 Have you ever felt like you had the wrong tools for the challenge you faced? The right tools significantly increase our chances for success. In this sermon, we explore the six tools that God gives us to fight our spiritual battles. Ephesians 6:14-17 Have you ever felt like you had the wrong tools for the challenge you faced? The right tools significantly increase our chances for success. In this sermon, we explore the six tools that God gives us to fight our spiritual battles. Ephesians 6:14-17 Michael Best Sun, 01 Mar 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200301.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHave you ever felt like you had the wrong tools for the challenge you faced? The right tools significantly increase our chances for success. In this sermon, we explore the six tools that God gives us to fight our spiritual battles. Ephesians 6:14-17 Invisible spiritual forces are battling against our hearts to distract us from our Christian faith. In sermon, we learn three reasons why we can stand firm against spiritual attack as followers of Jesus. First, we are empowered by God and can rely on His strength to get us through the spiritual difficulties of life. Second, we are equipped by God with every tool we need to stand firm. And third, we are emboldened by God's love for us to face these battles and achieve victory. Ephesians 6:10-13 Invisible spiritual forces are battling against our hearts to distract us from our Christian faith. In sermon, we learn three reasons why we can stand firm against spiritual attack as followers of Jesus. First, we are empowered by God and can rely on His strength to get us through the spiritual difficulties of life. Second, we are equipped by God with every tool we need to stand firm. And third, we are emboldened by God's love for us to face these battles and achieve victory. Ephesians 6:10-13 Michael Best Sun, 23 Feb 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200223.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoInvisible spiritual forces are battling against our hearts to distract us from our Christian faith. In sermon, we learn three reasons why we can stand firm against spiritual attack as followers of Jesus. First, we are empowered by God and can rely on His strength to get us through the spiritual difficulties of life. Second, we are equipped by God with every tool we need to stand firm. And third, we are emboldened by God's love for us to face these battles and achieve victory. Ephesians 6:10-13 As we wrap up our series in this sermon, which includes a live panel discussion, three concluding thoughts stick out. First, your salvation and status before God does not depend on your performance. The good news of the gospel is that our salvation is not based on what we can do but on what has been done for us through the death and resurrection of Jesus. Second, our salvation does not depend on our feelings. We are more than our emotions. You cannot trust your feelings, so you cannot base your relationship with God on feelings either. When we don't feel the love of God, does our faith dictate our feelings, or do our feelings dictate our faith? Third, for the Christian, all of life is about growing in trust with God. When we face struggles in life, we should continue to place our trust in God and not try to control things ourselves. As we wrap up our series in this sermon, which includes a live panel discussion, three concluding thoughts stick out. First, your salvation and status before God does not depend on your performance. The good news of the gospel is that our salvation is not based on what we can do but on what has been done for us through the death and resurrection of Jesus. Second, our salvation does not depend on our feelings. We are more than our emotions. You cannot trust your feelings, so you cannot base your relationship with God on feelings either. When we don't feel the love of God, does our faith dictate our feelings, or do our feelings dictate our faith? Third, for the Christian, all of life is about growing in trust with God. When we face struggles in life, we should continue to place our trust in God and not try to control things ourselves. Michael Best Sun, 16 Feb 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200216.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAs we wrap up our series in this sermon, which includes a live panel discussion, three concluding thoughts stick out. First, your salvation and status before God does not depend on your performance. The good news of the gospel is that our salvation is not based on what we can do but on what has been done for us through the death and resurrection of Jesus. Second, our salvation does not depend on our feelings. We are more than our emotions. You cannot trust your feelings, so you cannot base your relationship with God on feelings either. When we don't feel the love of God, does our faith dictate our feelings, or do our feelings dictate our faith? Third, for the Christian, all of life is about growing in trust with God. When we face struggles in life, we should continue to place our trust in God and not try to control things ourselves. If you're looking for a "peace" that never seems to arrive, you may have the wrong perspective. In this sermon, we learn that our perspective of God and His presence in our lives is inextricably tied to our experience of peace. When we focus on the things of heaven and put them into practice, God's peace will be upon us regardless of the chaos around us. Philippians 4:4-9 If you're looking for a "peace" that never seems to arrive, you may have the wrong perspective. In this sermon, we learn that our perspective of God and His presence in our lives is inextricably tied to our experience of peace. When we focus on the things of heaven and put them into practice, God's peace will be upon us regardless of the chaos around us. Philippians 4:4-9 Justin May Sun, 09 Feb 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200209.mp3 moody, moody church, Justin May The Moody ChurchnoIf you're looking for a "peace" that never seems to arrive, you may have the wrong perspective. In this sermon, we learn that our perspective of God and His presence in our lives is inextricably tied to our experience of peace. When we focus on the things of heaven and put them into practice, God's peace will be upon us regardless of the chaos around us. Philippians 4:4-9 Chances are you'll experience depression or know someone who does sometime during your life. How should we respond in these moments? Is there a way to overcome our depression? In this uplifting sermon, we learn four responses that can turn our sorrow into hope: ask God why you have these feelings; remind yourself who God is and what He thinks of you; thirst for God and pursue that spiritual relationship with Him; maintain your focus on the hope we have in Christ. As we learn from the Psalmist in chapter 42, these practices turn our despair into singing to the God of our salvation. Psalm 42 Chances are you'll experience depression or know someone who does sometime during your life. How should we respond in these moments? Is there a way to overcome our depression? In this uplifting sermon, we learn four responses that can turn our sorrow into hope: ask God why you have these feelings; remind yourself who God is and what He thinks of you; thirst for God and pursue that spiritual relationship with Him; maintain your focus on the hope we have in Christ. As we learn from the Psalmist in chapter 42, these practices turn our despair into singing to the God of our salvation. Psalm 42 Eric Targe Sun, 02 Feb 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200202.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoChances are you'll experience depression or know someone who does sometime during your life. How should we respond in these moments? Is there a way to overcome our depression? In this uplifting sermon, we learn four responses that can turn our sorrow into hope: ask God why you have these feelings; remind yourself who God is and what He thinks of you; thirst for God and pursue that spiritual relationship with Him; maintain your focus on the hope we have in Christ. As we learn from the Psalmist in chapter 42, these practices turn our despair into singing to the God of our salvation. Psalm 42 Chances are you or someone you know struggles with anxiety. This debilitating issue doesn't have to be a dead end with no escape. Handled correctly, our struggles with anxiety can draw us into deeper relationship with God. In this sermon, we learn about important tools that help us identify, evaluate, and act in a Godly way when anxiety strikes. 1 Peter 5:7 Chances are you or someone you know struggles with anxiety. This debilitating issue doesn't have to be a dead end with no escape. Handled correctly, our struggles with anxiety can draw us into deeper relationship with God. In this sermon, we learn about important tools that help us identify, evaluate, and act in a Godly way when anxiety strikes. 1 Peter 5:7 Kirk Baker Sun, 26 Jan 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200126.mp3 moody, moody church, Kirk Baker The Moody ChurchnoChances are you or someone you know struggles with anxiety. This debilitating issue doesn't have to be a dead end with no escape. Handled correctly, our struggles with anxiety can draw us into deeper relationship with God. In this sermon, we learn about important tools that help us identify, evaluate, and act in a Godly way when anxiety strikes. 1 Peter 5:7 Our society is a restless one--we conflate rest with weakness. We tell ourselves that we should keep hustling, that we don't need a break. But without margin in our lives, we burn out quickly. We all need rest, both physical and spiritual. What does it mean to have spiritual rest in Jesus? Psalm 62 Our society is a restless one--we conflate rest with weakness. We tell ourselves that we should keep hustling, that we don't need a break. But without margin in our lives, we burn out quickly. We all need rest, both physical and spiritual. What does it mean to have spiritual rest in Jesus? Psalm 62 Michael Best Sun, 19 Jan 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200119.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoOur society is a restless one--we conflate rest with weakness. We tell ourselves that we should keep hustling, that we don't need a break. But without margin in our lives, we burn out quickly. We all need rest, both physical and spiritual. What does it mean to have spiritual rest in Jesus? Psalm 62 Our society is inundated by stress. Often, we conflate busyness with significance. How do we break out of this negative cycle? In this sermon, we pose three self-evaluating questions that can help us determine if our schedules are filled with things that are significant and worth pursuing, or things that are insignificant and stealing our joy. Luke 10:38-42 Our society is inundated by stress. Often, we conflate busyness with significance. How do we break out of this negative cycle? In this sermon, we pose three self-evaluating questions that can help us determine if our schedules are filled with things that are significant and worth pursuing, or things that are insignificant and stealing our joy. Luke 10:38-42 Michael Best Sun, 12 Jan 2020 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20200112.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoOur society is inundated by stress. Often, we conflate busyness with significance. How do we break out of this negative cycle? In this sermon, we pose three self-evaluating questions that can help us determine if our schedules are filled with things that are significant and worth pursuing, or things that are insignificant and stealing our joy. Luke 10:38-42 What does it look like to have a faith in God that weathers all storms? In this sermon, we learn about how we can respond to God in faith regardless of what life brings. We can trust that God is good and faithful to those who love Him. Because of God's character, our response should be to hold onto faith in all circumstances. Habakkuk 3:1-19 What does it look like to have a faith in God that weathers all storms? In this sermon, we learn about how we can respond to God in faith regardless of what life brings. We can trust that God is good and faithful to those who love Him. Because of God's character, our response should be to hold onto faith in all circumstances. Habakkuk 3:1-19 Michael Best Sun, 08 Dec 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191208.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat does it look like to have a faith in God that weathers all storms? In this sermon, we learn about how we can respond to God in faith regardless of what life brings. We can trust that God is good and faithful to those who love Him. Because of God's character, our response should be to hold onto faith in all circumstances. Habakkuk 3:1-19 Everyone faces challenges that leave us uncertain and feeling unstable. What can we hold on to during these turbulent times? In this sermon, we find learn three assurances we can grab onto in difficult situation: God will judge, God will be glorified, and God will be worshipped. When the idols of our lives are pulled away, and only Jesus is left, we'll find the firmest ground upon which to face our difficulties. No matter what you're going through, God is still on the throne. Habakkuk 2:6-20 Everyone faces challenges that leave us uncertain and feeling unstable. What can we hold on to during these turbulent times? In this sermon, we find learn three assurances we can grab onto in difficult situation: God will judge, God will be glorified, and God will be worshipped. When the idols of our lives are pulled away, and only Jesus is left, we'll find the firmest ground upon which to face our difficulties. No matter what you're going through, God is still on the throne. Habakkuk 2:6-20 Michael Best Sun, 01 Dec 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191201.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoEveryone faces challenges that leave us uncertain and feeling unstable. What can we hold on to during these turbulent times? In this sermon, we find learn three assurances we can grab onto in difficult situation: God will judge, God will be glorified, and God will be worshipped. When the idols of our lives are pulled away, and only Jesus is left, we'll find the firmest ground upon which to face our difficulties. No matter what you're going through, God is still on the throne. Habakkuk 2:6-20 When life is hard and we don’t know what to do, how should we find our way? In this passage, Habakkuk reminds us of three keys to following God in confusing times. We learn that when we can’t make sense of God’s ways, we should rest in God’s character and remain faithful.Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 When life is hard and we don’t know what to do, how should we find our way? In this passage, Habakkuk reminds us of three keys to following God in confusing times. We learn that when we can’t make sense of God’s ways, we should rest in God’s character and remain faithful.Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 Michael Best Sun, 24 Nov 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191124.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhen life is hard and we don’t know what to do, how should we find our way? In this passage, Habakkuk reminds us of three keys to following God in confusing times. We learn that when we can’t make sense of God’s ways, we should rest in God’s character and remain faithful.Habakkuk 1:12-2:5 When our expectations don't line up with God's plan, what should we do? In the book of Habakkuk, the prophet encourages us to ask the hard questions of God. We should lean into hard questions about God because this experience helps us learn more about the character of God. It's a good question to ask God "why". Habakkuk 1:1-11 When our expectations don't line up with God's plan, what should we do? In the book of Habakkuk, the prophet encourages us to ask the hard questions of God. We should lean into hard questions about God because this experience helps us learn more about the character of God. It's a good question to ask God "why". Habakkuk 1:1-11 Michael Best Tue, 19 Nov 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191110.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhen our expectations don't line up with God's plan, what should we do? In the book of Habakkuk, the prophet encourages us to ask the hard questions of God. We should lean into hard questions about God because this experience helps us learn more about the character of God. It's a good question to ask God "why". Habakkuk 1:1-11 Grief is an inevitable part of our lives; it’s the evidence of how significant a loss is to us. When loss comes, how should we process our grief? What does the Bible say about grieving? In this final sermon in our series, Pastor McCarthy provides us with several key steps we can implement when we grieve. Grief is an inevitable part of our lives; it’s the evidence of how significant a loss is to us. When loss comes, how should we process our grief? What does the Bible say about grieving? In this final sermon in our series, Pastor McCarthy provides us with several key steps we can implement when we grieve. Larry McCarthy, Jr. Sun, 10 Nov 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191110.mp3 moody, moody church, Larry McCarthy, Jr. The Moody ChurchnoGrief is an inevitable part of our lives; it’s the evidence of how significant a loss is to us. When loss comes, how should we process our grief? What does the Bible say about grieving? In this final sermon in our series, Pastor McCarthy provides us with several key steps we can implement when we grieve. How we think about death affects how we live our daily lives. For the Christian, the death and resurrection of Jesus is the central message of our faith, the foundation upon which all else rests. But how do we know that Jesus really defeated death, and what does that mean for us on a daily basis? In this sermon, we learn that Jesus defeated death in three ways: by dying, by living, and by transforming. The application for us is that this good news should make us unstoppable in our mission for the gospel. 1 Corinthians 15 How we think about death affects how we live our daily lives. For the Christian, the death and resurrection of Jesus is the central message of our faith, the foundation upon which all else rests. But how do we know that Jesus really defeated death, and what does that mean for us on a daily basis? In this sermon, we learn that Jesus defeated death in three ways: by dying, by living, and by transforming. The application for us is that this good news should make us unstoppable in our mission for the gospel. 1 Corinthians 15 Eric Targe Sun, 03 Nov 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191103.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoHow we think about death affects how we live our daily lives. For the Christian, the death and resurrection of Jesus is the central message of our faith, the foundation upon which all else rests. But how do we know that Jesus really defeated death, and what does that mean for us on a daily basis? In this sermon, we learn that Jesus defeated death in three ways: by dying, by living, and by transforming. The application for us is that this good news should make us unstoppable in our mission for the gospel. 1 Corinthians 15 What happens after we die? Scripture encourages us to take seriously the question of death and the afterlife. In this passage, we learn that our eternal destiny is determined by our life's choices, actions, and belief during this short life. There are no second chances; when our life ends we will either be with God or separated from God. The good news is that we can know with certainty where we are going; do you have confidence of your final destination through a relationship with Jesus? Luke 16:19-31 What happens after we die? Scripture encourages us to take seriously the question of death and the afterlife. In this passage, we learn that our eternal destiny is determined by our life's choices, actions, and belief during this short life. There are no second chances; when our life ends we will either be with God or separated from God. The good news is that we can know with certainty where we are going; do you have confidence of your final destination through a relationship with Jesus? Luke 16:19-31 Michael Best Sun, 27 Oct 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191027.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat happens after we die? Scripture encourages us to take seriously the question of death and the afterlife. In this passage, we learn that our eternal destiny is determined by our life's choices, actions, and belief during this short life. There are no second chances; when our life ends we will either be with God or separated from God. The good news is that we can know with certainty where we are going; do you have confidence of your final destination through a relationship with Jesus? Luke 16:19-31 Thinking about the inevitability of death should cause us to think about our life: how are we prioritizing our lives in light of this? Death is not just the physical consequences of sin, it also affects three critical relationships: with others, with creation, and with God. The one opportunity to conquer spiritual death and fix these broken relationships is through faith in Jesus. Romans 5:12-17 Thinking about the inevitability of death should cause us to think about our life: how are we prioritizing our lives in light of this? Death is not just the physical consequences of sin, it also affects three critical relationships: with others, with creation, and with God. The one opportunity to conquer spiritual death and fix these broken relationships is through faith in Jesus. Romans 5:12-17 Michael Best Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191020.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThinking about the inevitability of death should cause us to think about our life: how are we prioritizing our lives in light of this? Death is not just the physical consequences of sin, it also affects three critical relationships: with others, with creation, and with God. The one opportunity to conquer spiritual death and fix these broken relationships is through faith in Jesus. Romans 5:12-17 The temple was the place where God’s glory was evident to all.  Since we are now called the temple of God, is God’s glory clearly seen in our lives? This metaphor is a powerful reminder that God himself dwells in us, and that we are called to spread his glory throughout the whole earth. There are three characteristics of the church as the temple of God: it’s built on a solid foundation, it’s striving after holiness, and it’s displaying God’s glory. The things that come into our lives will test our foundation. If our foundation is weak, sin damages both us individually and the church collectively. 1 Corinthians 3:10-17 The temple was the place where God’s glory was evident to all.  Since we are now called the temple of God, is God’s glory clearly seen in our lives? This metaphor is a powerful reminder that God himself dwells in us, and that we are called to spread his glory throughout the whole earth. There are three characteristics of the church as the temple of God: it’s built on a solid foundation, it’s striving after holiness, and it’s displaying God’s glory. The things that come into our lives will test our foundation. If our foundation is weak, sin damages both us individually and the church collectively. 1 Corinthians 3:10-17 Michael Best Sun, 13 Oct 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191013.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThe temple was the place where God’s glory was evident to all.  Since we are now called the temple of God, is God’s glory clearly seen in our lives? This metaphor is a powerful reminder that God himself dwells in us, and that we are called to spread his glory throughout the whole earth. There are three characteristics of the church as the temple of God: it’s built on a solid foundation, it’s striving after holiness, and it’s displaying God’s glory. The things that come into our lives will test our foundation. If our foundation is weak, sin damages both us individually and the church collectively. 1 Corinthians 3:10-17 Everyone worships something; it's simply a matter of who or what you worship. You can either worship God, or you can worship the things of this world. In that sense, we're all either slaves to sin or slave to righteousness. For this who call themselves Christians, our lives should look different because of Who we serve. In this message, we're challenged to consider this question: who or what am I serving with my life? Romans 6:15-23 Everyone worships something; it's simply a matter of who or what you worship. You can either worship God, or you can worship the things of this world. In that sense, we're all either slaves to sin or slave to righteousness. For this who call themselves Christians, our lives should look different because of Who we serve. In this message, we're challenged to consider this question: who or what am I serving with my life? Romans 6:15-23 Michael Best Sun, 06 Oct 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20191006.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoEveryone worships something; it's simply a matter of who or what you worship. You can either worship God, or you can worship the things of this world. In that sense, we're all either slaves to sin or slave to righteousness. For this who call themselves Christians, our lives should look different because of Who we serve. In this message, we're challenged to consider this question: who or what am I serving with my life? Romans 6:15-23 What does it mean to be an ambassador of Christ? An ambassador is one who represents one country while living in another; they are authorized to speak on their king's behalf to others far from home. In Christ, believers are called to be ambassadors. In that role we are: entrusted with the message of the gospel; sent with God's authority and empowered to represent Him; representing another kingdom; and proclaiming our King's message of reconciliation. As ambassadors representing Jesus to the world, we should remember that people are watching how we use the authority and the message we've been given. 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 What does it mean to be an ambassador of Christ? An ambassador is one who represents one country while living in another; they are authorized to speak on their king's behalf to others far from home. In Christ, believers are called to be ambassadors. In that role we are: entrusted with the message of the gospel; sent with God's authority and empowered to represent Him; representing another kingdom; and proclaiming our King's message of reconciliation. As ambassadors representing Jesus to the world, we should remember that people are watching how we use the authority and the message we've been given. 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 Michael Best Sun, 29 Sep 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190929.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat does it mean to be an ambassador of Christ? An ambassador is one who represents one country while living in another; they are authorized to speak on their king's behalf to others far from home. In Christ, believers are called to be ambassadors. In that role we are: entrusted with the message of the gospel; sent with God's authority and empowered to represent Him; representing another kingdom; and proclaiming our King's message of reconciliation. As ambassadors representing Jesus to the world, we should remember that people are watching how we use the authority and the message we've been given. 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 Certain things are true of us just because we are a follower of Jesus Christ. It changes not only our eternal destiny but also who we are in this world right now. Scripture calls believers to be a Royal Priesthood; but what does that mean? In this sermon, we learn about our ministry as priests and its impact on our daily lives. To be a royal priest means to intercede before God on behalf of others, to be witness about the life of Christ, and to worship Him through our lives. 1 Peter 2:4-9 and Exodus 19:5-6 Certain things are true of us just because we are a follower of Jesus Christ. It changes not only our eternal destiny but also who we are in this world right now. Scripture calls believers to be a Royal Priesthood; but what does that mean? In this sermon, we learn about our ministry as priests and its impact on our daily lives. To be a royal priest means to intercede before God on behalf of others, to be witness about the life of Christ, and to worship Him through our lives. 1 Peter 2:4-9 and Exodus 19:5-6 Michael Best Sun, 22 Sep 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190922.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoCertain things are true of us just because we are a follower of Jesus Christ. It changes not only our eternal destiny but also who we are in this world right now. Scripture calls believers to be a Royal Priesthood; but what does that mean? In this sermon, we learn about our ministry as priests and its impact on our daily lives. To be a royal priest means to intercede before God on behalf of others, to be witness about the life of Christ, and to worship Him through our lives. 1 Peter 2:4-9 and Exodus 19:5-6 How do we know that we are a new creation in Christ? In this sermon, we explore the incredible gift of a new beginning in Christ. As new creations, our lives should exhibit three new qualities. First, we have a new love for God and others. This is reflected in the outward overflow of love from our lives towards others, love that's characterized by abundant sacrifice and patience. Second, we have a new status, being dead to sin but alive to Christ. This means that our desires are slowly changing, and sin's hold on our life is weakening (Rom 6:6-11). Finally, we have a new motivation to no longer live for ourselves but for Christ. Life at its fullest is found when Christ is at the center of it. 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 How do we know that we are a new creation in Christ? In this sermon, we explore the incredible gift of a new beginning in Christ. As new creations, our lives should exhibit three new qualities. First, we have a new love for God and others. This is reflected in the outward overflow of love from our lives towards others, love that's characterized by abundant sacrifice and patience. Second, we have a new status, being dead to sin but alive to Christ. This means that our desires are slowly changing, and sin's hold on our life is weakening (Rom 6:6-11). Finally, we have a new motivation to no longer live for ourselves but for Christ. Life at its fullest is found when Christ is at the center of it. 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 Michael Best Sun, 15 Sep 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190915.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHow do we know that we are a new creation in Christ? In this sermon, we explore the incredible gift of a new beginning in Christ. As new creations, our lives should exhibit three new qualities. First, we have a new love for God and others. This is reflected in the outward overflow of love from our lives towards others, love that's characterized by abundant sacrifice and patience. Second, we have a new status, being dead to sin but alive to Christ. This means that our desires are slowly changing, and sin's hold on our life is weakening (Rom 6:6-11). Finally, we have a new motivation to no longer live for ourselves but for Christ. Life at its fullest is found when Christ is at the center of it. 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 Who am I? We all wrestle with this existential question. How we answer this question significantly impacts how we live our lives. So, where are you finding your identity today? When you find your identity in Christ, as a child of God, everything else pales in comparison. In this sermon, we learn three privileges to being a child of God: an unwavering security, an unthinkable inheritance, and an unchanging love. 1 John 3:1 Who am I? We all wrestle with this existential question. How we answer this question significantly impacts how we live our lives. So, where are you finding your identity today? When you find your identity in Christ, as a child of God, everything else pales in comparison. In this sermon, we learn three privileges to being a child of God: an unwavering security, an unthinkable inheritance, and an unchanging love. 1 John 3:1 Michael Best Sun, 08 Sep 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190908.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWho am I? We all wrestle with this existential question. How we answer this question significantly impacts how we live our lives. So, where are you finding your identity today? When you find your identity in Christ, as a child of God, everything else pales in comparison. In this sermon, we learn three privileges to being a child of God: an unwavering security, an unthinkable inheritance, and an unchanging love. 1 John 3:1 Our God is hospitable, and He calls us to reflect that nature to others. God knits people together through hospitality. He calls us to move outward to enter into other people's lives where we can display His love. Phoebe's life exemplified godly hospitality and warmth, and in this passage Paul commends her for her generosity towards others. In this sermon, we learn of the impact our hospitality makes for the Kingdom of God. Romans 16:1-2 Our God is hospitable, and He calls us to reflect that nature to others. God knits people together through hospitality. He calls us to move outward to enter into other people's lives where we can display His love. Phoebe's life exemplified godly hospitality and warmth, and in this passage Paul commends her for her generosity towards others. In this sermon, we learn of the impact our hospitality makes for the Kingdom of God. Romans 16:1-2 Kirk Baker Sun, 18 Aug 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190818.mp3 moody, moody church, Kirk Baker The Moody ChurchnoOur God is hospitable, and He calls us to reflect that nature to others. God knits people together through hospitality. He calls us to move outward to enter into other people's lives where we can display His love. Phoebe's life exemplified godly hospitality and warmth, and in this passage Paul commends her for her generosity towards others. In this sermon, we learn of the impact our hospitality makes for the Kingdom of God. Romans 16:1-2 Can personal faith be separated from public life? Mordecai's story is one where the dividing line between personal and public faith became non-existent. In this sermon, we are reminded that all of life is for God, and that His plans will be completed. We have an invitation to be a part of God's plan; it's up to us how we respond. Book of Esther Can personal faith be separated from public life? Mordecai's story is one where the dividing line between personal and public faith became non-existent. In this sermon, we are reminded that all of life is for God, and that His plans will be completed. We have an invitation to be a part of God's plan; it's up to us how we respond. Book of Esther Josue Reyes Sun, 11 Aug 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190811.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoCan personal faith be separated from public life? Mordecai's story is one where the dividing line between personal and public faith became non-existent. In this sermon, we are reminded that all of life is for God, and that His plans will be completed. We have an invitation to be a part of God's plan; it's up to us how we respond. Book of Esther Mephibosheth's life isn't a heroic one on the surface. He was a son of Saul, and when David ascended the throne, Mephibosheth's relationship with the new king was potentially dangerous. His story reflects a broader eternal reality. The king that Mephibosheth once ran from, he comes to love and serve. Ultimately, the story points to a future King of Kings, Jesus, who will reign forever with great mercy and compassion. This sermon includes a dramatic first-person narrative of the story from Mephibosheth's point of view. 2 Samuel 9 Mephibosheth's life isn't a heroic one on the surface. He was a son of Saul, and when David ascended the throne, Mephibosheth's relationship with the new king was potentially dangerous. His story reflects a broader eternal reality. The king that Mephibosheth once ran from, he comes to love and serve. Ultimately, the story points to a future King of Kings, Jesus, who will reign forever with great mercy and compassion. This sermon includes a dramatic first-person narrative of the story from Mephibosheth's point of view. 2 Samuel 9 Nate Brumbaugh Sun, 04 Aug 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190804.mp3 moody, moody church, Nate Brumbaugh The Moody ChurchnoMephibosheth's life isn't a heroic one on the surface. He was a son of Saul, and when David ascended the throne, Mephibosheth's relationship with the new king was potentially dangerous. His story reflects a broader eternal reality. The king that Mephibosheth once ran from, he comes to love and serve. Ultimately, the story points to a future King of Kings, Jesus, who will reign forever with great mercy and compassion. This sermon includes a dramatic first-person narrative of the story from Mephibosheth's point of view. 2 Samuel 9 What are your favorite love stories? In this sermon, we watch a very unconventional love story unfold. Hosea's story is a transcendent tale of love, one that reflects elements of human love, but most importantly one that illustrates God's unconditional love for mankind. Through this story, we learn some incredible lessons about God's character and salvation story.Passages in Hosea What are your favorite love stories? In this sermon, we watch a very unconventional love story unfold. Hosea's story is a transcendent tale of love, one that reflects elements of human love, but most importantly one that illustrates God's unconditional love for mankind. Through this story, we learn some incredible lessons about God's character and salvation story.Passages in Hosea Eric Targe Sun, 28 Jul 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/20190728.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoWhat are your favorite love stories? In this sermon, we watch a very unconventional love story unfold. Hosea's story is a transcendent tale of love, one that reflects elements of human love, but most importantly one that illustrates God's unconditional love for mankind. Through this story, we learn some incredible lessons about God's character and salvation story.Passages in Hosea Gideon's time was very similar to our own today: everyone did what was right in their own eyes. Gideon's life provides insights into navigating a godless culture and our own insecurities. Through Gideon's story, we learn that even though we may fail, God's prerogative is to save us and redeem us. Judges 6-7 Gideon's time was very similar to our own today: everyone did what was right in their own eyes. Gideon's life provides insights into navigating a godless culture and our own insecurities. Through Gideon's story, we learn that even though we may fail, God's prerogative is to save us and redeem us. Judges 6-7 Justin May Sun, 21 Jul 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190721.mp3 moody, moody church, Justin May The Moody ChurchnoGideon's time was very similar to our own today: everyone did what was right in their own eyes. Gideon's life provides insights into navigating a godless culture and our own insecurities. Through Gideon's story, we learn that even though we may fail, God's prerogative is to save us and redeem us. Judges 6-7 How do you respond to truth when you encounter it? In this sermon, we see that it's better to be on the side of truth, rather than to try to get the truth on your side. Micaiah's story offers four reactions to truth that teach us important lessons for our lives today. 1 King 22:10-28 How do you respond to truth when you encounter it? In this sermon, we see that it's better to be on the side of truth, rather than to try to get the truth on your side. Micaiah's story offers four reactions to truth that teach us important lessons for our lives today. 1 King 22:10-28 Eric Targe Sun, 14 Jul 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190714.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoHow do you respond to truth when you encounter it? In this sermon, we see that it's better to be on the side of truth, rather than to try to get the truth on your side. Micaiah's story offers four reactions to truth that teach us important lessons for our lives today. 1 King 22:10-28 What does it mean to live a life of faith? In this sermon, we discover Abel, a man who lived a God-centered life of faith. Abel's life and death provide us with three portraits of faith that cry out for the justice and the mercy of God. Genesis 4 What does it mean to live a life of faith? In this sermon, we discover Abel, a man who lived a God-centered life of faith. Abel's life and death provide us with three portraits of faith that cry out for the justice and the mercy of God. Genesis 4 Daniel Stalker Sun, 07 Jul 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190707.mp3 moody, moody church, Daniel Stalker The Moody ChurchnoWhat does it mean to live a life of faith? In this sermon, we discover Abel, a man who lived a God-centered life of faith. Abel's life and death provide us with three portraits of faith that cry out for the justice and the mercy of God. Genesis 4 The easiest person to deceive is often ourselves. How can we avoid this? In this sermon, we find Jesus offering advice on how to navigate self deception tendencies in our own lives. Three lessons to take away: ask God to search your heart, listen to reproof from others, and read and apply the truth. Matthew 23:29-32 The easiest person to deceive is often ourselves. How can we avoid this? In this sermon, we find Jesus offering advice on how to navigate self deception tendencies in our own lives. Three lessons to take away: ask God to search your heart, listen to reproof from others, and read and apply the truth. Matthew 23:29-32 Michael Best Sun, 23 Jun 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190623.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThe easiest person to deceive is often ourselves. How can we avoid this? In this sermon, we find Jesus offering advice on how to navigate self deception tendencies in our own lives. Three lessons to take away: ask God to search your heart, listen to reproof from others, and read and apply the truth. Matthew 23:29-32 Small contaminations can lead to enormous consequences. How do we avoid spiritual contamination? In this passage, Jesus teaches us how to retain our spiritual purity. Three attitudes in our lives lead to moral contamination: we compare of our lives to others, we conform our minds to the world, and we allow cynicism to reign in our hearts. Matthew 23:27-28 Small contaminations can lead to enormous consequences. How do we avoid spiritual contamination? In this passage, Jesus teaches us how to retain our spiritual purity. Three attitudes in our lives lead to moral contamination: we compare of our lives to others, we conform our minds to the world, and we allow cynicism to reign in our hearts. Matthew 23:27-28 Michael Best Sun, 09 Jun 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190609.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoSmall contaminations can lead to enormous consequences. How do we avoid spiritual contamination? In this passage, Jesus teaches us how to retain our spiritual purity. Three attitudes in our lives lead to moral contamination: we compare of our lives to others, we conform our minds to the world, and we allow cynicism to reign in our hearts. Matthew 23:27-28 How do we avoid hypocrisy in our lives? We are prone to put on masks that show other people a false side of ourselves, to the detriment of our faith. Hypocrisy is all about advancing our own causes and interests. Jesus calls us to put away external hypocrisy and focus on our internal spiritual health: value authenticity over respectability, focus on your own shortcomings, and understand the way Christianity works. Matthew 23:25-28 How do we avoid hypocrisy in our lives? We are prone to put on masks that show other people a false side of ourselves, to the detriment of our faith. Hypocrisy is all about advancing our own causes and interests. Jesus calls us to put away external hypocrisy and focus on our internal spiritual health: value authenticity over respectability, focus on your own shortcomings, and understand the way Christianity works. Matthew 23:25-28 Michael Best Sun, 02 Jun 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190602.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHow do we avoid hypocrisy in our lives? We are prone to put on masks that show other people a false side of ourselves, to the detriment of our faith. Hypocrisy is all about advancing our own causes and interests. Jesus calls us to put away external hypocrisy and focus on our internal spiritual health: value authenticity over respectability, focus on your own shortcomings, and understand the way Christianity works. Matthew 23:25-28 Do you know the basics of your faith? Have you got off track and need to correct course? When we neglect the basics, things can quickly fall apart. As Christians, if we are to be faithful representatives for God in the world, we must not neglect the basics as the Pharisees did. In this sermon, we learn three things that can help us get back on track. Matthew 23:23-24 Do you know the basics of your faith? Have you got off track and need to correct course? When we neglect the basics, things can quickly fall apart. As Christians, if we are to be faithful representatives for God in the world, we must not neglect the basics as the Pharisees did. In this sermon, we learn three things that can help us get back on track. Matthew 23:23-24 Dan Cameron Sun, 26 May 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190526.mp3 moody, moody church, Dan Cameron The Moody ChurchnoDo you know the basics of your faith? Have you got off track and need to correct course? When we neglect the basics, things can quickly fall apart. As Christians, if we are to be faithful representatives for God in the world, we must not neglect the basics as the Pharisees did. In this sermon, we learn three things that can help us get back on track. Matthew 23:23-24 Why do we follow traditions? We all have traditions that we think are the right way of doing things. But sometimes traditions can have negative consequences. In this passage we see three wrongful uses of traditions. Jesus rebukes the traditions of the Pharisees because they were leading to ritualism; and empty rituals can lead people to false religion and away from God. The danger is when religious practices becomes overly intellectual, and loses the underlying meaning and purpose. Don't let empty rituals steal your sense of awe for God. Matthew 23:16-22 Why do we follow traditions? We all have traditions that we think are the right way of doing things. But sometimes traditions can have negative consequences. In this passage we see three wrongful uses of traditions. Jesus rebukes the traditions of the Pharisees because they were leading to ritualism; and empty rituals can lead people to false religion and away from God. The danger is when religious practices becomes overly intellectual, and loses the underlying meaning and purpose. Don't let empty rituals steal your sense of awe for God. Matthew 23:16-22 Michael Best Sun, 19 May 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190519.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhy do we follow traditions? We all have traditions that we think are the right way of doing things. But sometimes traditions can have negative consequences. In this passage we see three wrongful uses of traditions. Jesus rebukes the traditions of the Pharisees because they were leading to ritualism; and empty rituals can lead people to false religion and away from God. The danger is when religious practices becomes overly intellectual, and loses the underlying meaning and purpose. Don't let empty rituals steal your sense of awe for God. Matthew 23:16-22 It's human nature to want to be in an exclusive club. But in this passage, we find Jesus describing a new Kingdom mentality where all are welcome. He teaches that we should approach God like a child. If our church is to reflect the heart of Jesus, we need to be a place that welcomes the sinners, like a hospital welcomes the sick. Luke 18:15-17 It's human nature to want to be in an exclusive club. But in this passage, we find Jesus describing a new Kingdom mentality where all are welcome. He teaches that we should approach God like a child. If our church is to reflect the heart of Jesus, we need to be a place that welcomes the sinners, like a hospital welcomes the sick. Luke 18:15-17 Michael Best Sun, 05 May 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190505.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoIt's human nature to want to be in an exclusive club. But in this passage, we find Jesus describing a new Kingdom mentality where all are welcome. He teaches that we should approach God like a child. If our church is to reflect the heart of Jesus, we need to be a place that welcomes the sinners, like a hospital welcomes the sick. Luke 18:15-17 We tend to take on the mannerisms of the people we hang out with. Their qualities tend to become our own; for example, have you ever been told you're becoming like your parents? Sometimes, our osmosis of others' qualities is a good thing; in other cases, we absorb the worst of others. As we begin this series on studying the seven "woes" Jesus says to the Pharisees, we'll reflect on what negative patterns of behavior may have seeped into our lives. In this passage, we explore three signs that we might be drifting towards becoming like the Pharisees. If the Christianity you've experienced feels like a burden, you haven't experienced what Jesus has to offer you. Matthew 23:1-12 We tend to take on the mannerisms of the people we hang out with. Their qualities tend to become our own; for example, have you ever been told you're becoming like your parents? Sometimes, our osmosis of others' qualities is a good thing; in other cases, we absorb the worst of others. As we begin this series on studying the seven "woes" Jesus says to the Pharisees, we'll reflect on what negative patterns of behavior may have seeped into our lives. In this passage, we explore three signs that we might be drifting towards becoming like the Pharisees. If the Christianity you've experienced feels like a burden, you haven't experienced what Jesus has to offer you. Matthew 23:1-12 Michael Best Sun, 28 Apr 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190428.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWe tend to take on the mannerisms of the people we hang out with. Their qualities tend to become our own; for example, have you ever been told you're becoming like your parents? Sometimes, our osmosis of others' qualities is a good thing; in other cases, we absorb the worst of others. As we begin this series on studying the seven "woes" Jesus says to the Pharisees, we'll reflect on what negative patterns of behavior may have seeped into our lives. In this passage, we explore three signs that we might be drifting towards becoming like the Pharisees. If the Christianity you've experienced feels like a burden, you haven't experienced what Jesus has to offer you. Matthew 23:1-12 There are things in Christianity that seem like paradoxes. At first glance, these things don't quite seem to make sense. In this final sermon in the series, we find Jesus celebrating Passover with the apostles. Jesus' teaching on servanthood turns our human expectations for honor upside down. The economy of God is so very different from the economy of man. Luke 22 There are things in Christianity that seem like paradoxes. At first glance, these things don't quite seem to make sense. In this final sermon in the series, we find Jesus celebrating Passover with the apostles. Jesus' teaching on servanthood turns our human expectations for honor upside down. The economy of God is so very different from the economy of man. Luke 22 Michael Best Sun, 14 Apr 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190414.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThere are things in Christianity that seem like paradoxes. At first glance, these things don't quite seem to make sense. In this final sermon in the series, we find Jesus celebrating Passover with the apostles. Jesus' teaching on servanthood turns our human expectations for honor upside down. The economy of God is so very different from the economy of man. Luke 22 Have you ever had to answer a loaded question? In this passage we find Jesus answering three questions from the Pharisees. His answers teach us three important lessons about our relationship with God. Mark 12 Have you ever had to answer a loaded question? In this passage we find Jesus answering three questions from the Pharisees. His answers teach us three important lessons about our relationship with God. Mark 12 Michael Best Sun, 07 Apr 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190407.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHave you ever had to answer a loaded question? In this passage we find Jesus answering three questions from the Pharisees. His answers teach us three important lessons about our relationship with God. Mark 12 Jesus' ministry is about replacing old, worn out things with something new. In this passage, we see the story of a withered fig tree representing Israel and temple-based Judaism. Jesus teaches us a powerful truth through the visual of the fig tree, foretelling how something new is coming through his life and ministry. Mark 11:12-25 Jesus' ministry is about replacing old, worn out things with something new. In this passage, we see the story of a withered fig tree representing Israel and temple-based Judaism. Jesus teaches us a powerful truth through the visual of the fig tree, foretelling how something new is coming through his life and ministry. Mark 11:12-25 Michael Best Sun, 31 Mar 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190331.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoJesus' ministry is about replacing old, worn out things with something new. In this passage, we see the story of a withered fig tree representing Israel and temple-based Judaism. Jesus teaches us a powerful truth through the visual of the fig tree, foretelling how something new is coming through his life and ministry. Mark 11:12-25 What makes our cities celebrate and rejoice? In this passage, we find the early church scattered following great persecution. Yet even during this time, the church preached the gospel in Judea and Samaria, and it was recorded that there was great joy in those cities. Ultimately we learn that city renewal comes through the preaching of the gospel. Acts 8:1-8 What makes our cities celebrate and rejoice? In this passage, we find the early church scattered following great persecution. Yet even during this time, the church preached the gospel in Judea and Samaria, and it was recorded that there was great joy in those cities. Ultimately we learn that city renewal comes through the preaching of the gospel. Acts 8:1-8 Oscar Leiva Sun, 24 Mar 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190324.mp3 moody, moody church, Oscar Leiva The Moody ChurchnoWhat makes our cities celebrate and rejoice? In this passage, we find the early church scattered following great persecution. Yet even during this time, the church preached the gospel in Judea and Samaria, and it was recorded that there was great joy in those cities. Ultimately we learn that city renewal comes through the preaching of the gospel. Acts 8:1-8 Pastor Paco Amador, New Life Community Church in Little Village, challenges us to think about our role in missions to the city of Chicago. We learn about the parable of the vine and branches; and we are invited to hunger for the pruning of knife of God in our lives. Fruit in our lives follows constant attention and pruning by our Father. John 15 Pastor Paco Amador, New Life Community Church in Little Village, challenges us to think about our role in missions to the city of Chicago. We learn about the parable of the vine and branches; and we are invited to hunger for the pruning of knife of God in our lives. Fruit in our lives follows constant attention and pruning by our Father. John 15 Paco Amador Sun, 17 Mar 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190317.mp3 moody, moody church, Paco Amador The Moody ChurchnoPastor Paco Amador, New Life Community Church in Little Village, challenges us to think about our role in missions to the city of Chicago. We learn about the parable of the vine and branches; and we are invited to hunger for the pruning of knife of God in our lives. Fruit in our lives follows constant attention and pruning by our Father. John 15 First impressions are important. Yet often people's first impression of Jesus is inaccurate. People tend to underestimate Jesus because of personal circumstances in their lives. Do we have an accurate respect for who Jesus is? In this sermon we are reminded that God demands holiness in our worship. Mark 11 and Matthew 21 First impressions are important. Yet often people's first impression of Jesus is inaccurate. People tend to underestimate Jesus because of personal circumstances in their lives. Do we have an accurate respect for who Jesus is? In this sermon we are reminded that God demands holiness in our worship. Mark 11 and Matthew 21 Michael Best Sun, 10 Mar 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190310.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoFirst impressions are important. Yet often people's first impression of Jesus is inaccurate. People tend to underestimate Jesus because of personal circumstances in their lives. Do we have an accurate respect for who Jesus is? In this sermon we are reminded that God demands holiness in our worship. Mark 11 and Matthew 21 As we begin our new series on Jesus' final week preceding his death at Calvary, we find Jesus on Sunday entering the city of Jerusalem on a donkey. The story teaches us how Jesus is ultimately in control and worthy of worship. Matthew 21:1-11  As we begin our new series on Jesus' final week preceding his death at Calvary, we find Jesus on Sunday entering the city of Jerusalem on a donkey. The story teaches us how Jesus is ultimately in control and worthy of worship. Matthew 21:1-11  Michael Best Sun, 03 Mar 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190303.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAs we begin our new series on Jesus' final week preceding his death at Calvary, we find Jesus on Sunday entering the city of Jerusalem on a donkey. The story teaches us how Jesus is ultimately in control and worthy of worship. Matthew 21:1-11  Can we know God personally? In this message, Pastor Eric describes what a relationship with God looks like. We can know God, but perhaps more amazing to consider is that God wants to know us too. God invites us into relationship. And it's all possible because what Jesus did for us. Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/can-i-know-god-personally/. Can we know God personally? In this message, Pastor Eric describes what a relationship with God looks like. We can know God, but perhaps more amazing to consider is that God wants to know us too. God invites us into relationship. And it's all possible because what Jesus did for us. Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/can-i-know-god-personally/. Eric Targe Sun, 24 Feb 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190224.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoCan we know God personally? In this message, Pastor Eric describes what a relationship with God looks like. We can know God, but perhaps more amazing to consider is that God wants to know us too. God invites us into relationship. And it's all possible because what Jesus did for us. Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/can-i-know-god-personally/. Is the Bible full or errors and mistakes? Why do Christians consider the Bible God's word? In this sermon, Dr. Jelinik explore why the Bible is trustworthy and how it compares to other sacred texts. 1 John 2:18 Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-the-bible-reliable/. Is the Bible full or errors and mistakes? Why do Christians consider the Bible God's word? In this sermon, Dr. Jelinik explore why the Bible is trustworthy and how it compares to other sacred texts. 1 John 2:18 Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-the-bible-reliable/. John Jelinik Sun, 17 Feb 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190217.mp3 moody, moody church, John Jelinik The Moody ChurchnoIs the Bible full or errors and mistakes? Why do Christians consider the Bible God's word? In this sermon, Dr. Jelinik explore why the Bible is trustworthy and how it compares to other sacred texts. 1 John 2:18 Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-the-bible-reliable/. Is Jesus really God or was he just a good man? Is God really like Jesus? In this Sunday night sermon Dan Cameron lays out the case for Christ as the Son of God. Mark 2 Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-jesus-really-god/. Is Jesus really God or was he just a good man? Is God really like Jesus? In this Sunday night sermon Dan Cameron lays out the case for Christ as the Son of God. Mark 2 Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-jesus-really-god/. Dan Cameron Sun, 10 Feb 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190210.mp3 moody, moody church, Dan Cameron The Moody ChurchnoIs Jesus really God or was he just a good man? Is God really like Jesus? In this Sunday night sermon Dan Cameron lays out the case for Christ as the Son of God. Mark 2 Additional resources on this question are available at https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-jesus-really-god/. In this sermon, we critique three wrong answers to the question of why pain and suffering exists: God is not good, God is not all powerful, and God does not know everything completely. One right answer is found in the book of Romans: God uses our suffering, more than any other single purpose, to wean us from the love of this world so that we can find life in Him alone. Romans 8:28 In this sermon, we critique three wrong answers to the question of why pain and suffering exists: God is not good, God is not all powerful, and God does not know everything completely. One right answer is found in the book of Romans: God uses our suffering, more than any other single purpose, to wean us from the love of this world so that we can find life in Him alone. Romans 8:28 Steve Farish Sun, 27 Jan 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190127.mp3 moody, moody church, Steve Farish The Moody ChurchnoIn this sermon, we critique three wrong answers to the question of why pain and suffering exists: God is not good, God is not all powerful, and God does not know everything completely. One right answer is found in the book of Romans: God uses our suffering, more than any other single purpose, to wean us from the love of this world so that we can find life in Him alone. Romans 8:28 Is there proof that God exists? While there is a lot of evidence that supports the existence of God, there's no iron-clad philosophical or scientific "proof" for God. At some point, we all reach a moment where we need to step out in faith on the basis of the evidence we've seen. More resources on this question are available at: https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-there-a-god/ Is there proof that God exists? While there is a lot of evidence that supports the existence of God, there's no iron-clad philosophical or scientific "proof" for God. At some point, we all reach a moment where we need to step out in faith on the basis of the evidence we've seen. More resources on this question are available at: https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-there-a-god/ Josue Reyes Sun, 20 Jan 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190120.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoIs there proof that God exists? While there is a lot of evidence that supports the existence of God, there's no iron-clad philosophical or scientific "proof" for God. At some point, we all reach a moment where we need to step out in faith on the basis of the evidence we've seen. More resources on this question are available at: https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/is-there-a-god/ Why are we here? What's our purpose? If there is an objective purpose to life, and we don't know what it is, we are wasting our live. In this sermon, we discover that we are created by God and built for a purpose. Knowing this purpose empowers us, gives us resilience, and provides true satisfaction. Genesis 1:26-27 | Psalm 139 More resources on this question are available at: https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/does-life-have-a-purpose/ Why are we here? What's our purpose? If there is an objective purpose to life, and we don't know what it is, we are wasting our live. In this sermon, we discover that we are created by God and built for a purpose. Knowing this purpose empowers us, gives us resilience, and provides true satisfaction. Genesis 1:26-27 | Psalm 139 More resources on this question are available at: https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/does-life-have-a-purpose/ Bill Bertsche Sun, 13 Jan 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190113.mp3 moody, moody church, Bill Bertsche The Moody ChurchnoWhy are we here? What's our purpose? If there is an objective purpose to life, and we don't know what it is, we are wasting our live. In this sermon, we discover that we are created by God and built for a purpose. Knowing this purpose empowers us, gives us resilience, and provides true satisfaction. Genesis 1:26-27 | Psalm 139 More resources on this question are available at: https://www.moodychurch.org/explore-god/does-life-have-a-purpose/ Where do we go for encouragement in the face of adversity? Where is our hope found? In this message, we find the ultimate encouragement to face whatever life may throw at us.Psalm 119:92 & Psalm 143:10 Where do we go for encouragement in the face of adversity? Where is our hope found? In this message, we find the ultimate encouragement to face whatever life may throw at us.Psalm 119:92 & Psalm 143:10 Dave Pearson Sun, 06 Jan 2019 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20190106.mp3 moody, moody church, Dave Pearson The Moody ChurchnoWhere do we go for encouragement in the face of adversity? Where is our hope found? In this message, we find the ultimate encouragement to face whatever life may throw at us.Psalm 119:92 & Psalm 143:10 Who is the Holy Spirit and what is the believer's relationship to Him? As we look at the Spirit's person and work, we'll better understand Him and how to be His effective vessels. Who is the Holy Spirit and what is the believer's relationship to Him? As we look at the Spirit's person and work, we'll better understand Him and how to be His effective vessels. Kenny Damara Sun, 30 Dec 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181230.mp3 moody, moody church, Kenny Damara The Moody ChurchnoWho is the Holy Spirit and what is the believer's relationship to Him? As we look at the Spirit's person and work, we'll better understand Him and how to be His effective vessels. What's the legacy you hope to leave to the next generation? What will people remember you for? We all hope our lives have meaning and impact beyond our death. In the conclusion of the series on the life of Jacob, we see Jacob receiving a new name from God. The story reveals important truths about God's faithfulness to HIs servants. God's faithfulness to us should lead us to faithfulness to Him.Genesis 35 What's the legacy you hope to leave to the next generation? What will people remember you for? We all hope our lives have meaning and impact beyond our death. In the conclusion of the series on the life of Jacob, we see Jacob receiving a new name from God. The story reveals important truths about God's faithfulness to HIs servants. God's faithfulness to us should lead us to faithfulness to Him.Genesis 35 Michael Best Sun, 16 Dec 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181216.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat's the legacy you hope to leave to the next generation? What will people remember you for? We all hope our lives have meaning and impact beyond our death. In the conclusion of the series on the life of Jacob, we see Jacob receiving a new name from God. The story reveals important truths about God's faithfulness to HIs servants. God's faithfulness to us should lead us to faithfulness to Him.Genesis 35 The realities of sin are brutal. In one of the most difficult passages in the Old Testament, we see the severe consequences of sin in our world. No sin is private; no sin is excusable; but no sin is unforgivable. Genesis 34 The realities of sin are brutal. In one of the most difficult passages in the Old Testament, we see the severe consequences of sin in our world. No sin is private; no sin is excusable; but no sin is unforgivable. Genesis 34 Michael Best Sun, 02 Dec 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181202.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoThe realities of sin are brutal. In one of the most difficult passages in the Old Testament, we see the severe consequences of sin in our world. No sin is private; no sin is excusable; but no sin is unforgivable. Genesis 34 How do we find reconciliation in difficult relationships? Can we experience forgiveness after long periods of animosity? The greatest conflict we often see through human history is between family members. A similar story plays our here with Jacob and Esau. In this passage, we learn about finding grace in the process of reconciliation. Genesis 33 How do we find reconciliation in difficult relationships? Can we experience forgiveness after long periods of animosity? The greatest conflict we often see through human history is between family members. A similar story plays our here with Jacob and Esau. In this passage, we learn about finding grace in the process of reconciliation. Genesis 33 Michael Best Sun, 25 Nov 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181125.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHow do we find reconciliation in difficult relationships? Can we experience forgiveness after long periods of animosity? The greatest conflict we often see through human history is between family members. A similar story plays our here with Jacob and Esau. In this passage, we learn about finding grace in the process of reconciliation. Genesis 33 What's the defining moment of your life? How did that experience chart the course for the rest of your life? In this passage, we see the defining moment of Jacob's life when he physically and spiritually wrestled with God. When we truly meet with God, we are never the same again. Genesis 32:22-32 What's the defining moment of your life? How did that experience chart the course for the rest of your life? In this passage, we see the defining moment of Jacob's life when he physically and spiritually wrestled with God. When we truly meet with God, we are never the same again. Genesis 32:22-32 Michael Best Sun, 18 Nov 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181118.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat's the defining moment of your life? How did that experience chart the course for the rest of your life? In this passage, we see the defining moment of Jacob's life when he physically and spiritually wrestled with God. When we truly meet with God, we are never the same again. Genesis 32:22-32 Life is full of things that bring fear into our lives. If we don't know how to handle fear, it can stop us in our tracks. How should we respond to fear? In this passage, we learn from the life of Jacob how to approach fear. Genesis 32:1-21 Life is full of things that bring fear into our lives. If we don't know how to handle fear, it can stop us in our tracks. How should we respond to fear? In this passage, we learn from the life of Jacob how to approach fear. Genesis 32:1-21 Michael Best Sun, 11 Nov 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181111.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoLife is full of things that bring fear into our lives. If we don't know how to handle fear, it can stop us in our tracks. How should we respond to fear? In this passage, we learn from the life of Jacob how to approach fear. Genesis 32:1-21 Does our security reside in our own schemes or God's wisdom? In this passage, we find Jacob and Laban scheming to outmaneuver each other. The narrative provides an important lesson: our security as people rests in the character of God, not the cleverness of our schemes. Genesis 30:25-31:55 Does our security reside in our own schemes or God's wisdom? In this passage, we find Jacob and Laban scheming to outmaneuver each other. The narrative provides an important lesson: our security as people rests in the character of God, not the cleverness of our schemes. Genesis 30:25-31:55 Michael Best Sun, 04 Nov 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181104.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoDoes our security reside in our own schemes or God's wisdom? In this passage, we find Jacob and Laban scheming to outmaneuver each other. The narrative provides an important lesson: our security as people rests in the character of God, not the cleverness of our schemes. Genesis 30:25-31:55 Every family has some level of dysfunction, and Jacob's family was no different. What can we learn from Jacob's family dynamics? In this passage, we see the fulfillment of God's promise for offspring despite the family conflicts. We also learn some important lessons about how God responds to our brokenness: God sees our pain, God knows our plans, and God hears our prayers. Genesis 29:31-30:24 Every family has some level of dysfunction, and Jacob's family was no different. What can we learn from Jacob's family dynamics? In this passage, we see the fulfillment of God's promise for offspring despite the family conflicts. We also learn some important lessons about how God responds to our brokenness: God sees our pain, God knows our plans, and God hears our prayers. Genesis 29:31-30:24 Michael Best Sun, 28 Oct 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181028.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoEvery family has some level of dysfunction, and Jacob's family was no different. What can we learn from Jacob's family dynamics? In this passage, we see the fulfillment of God's promise for offspring despite the family conflicts. We also learn some important lessons about how God responds to our brokenness: God sees our pain, God knows our plans, and God hears our prayers. Genesis 29:31-30:24 Have you ever struggled with God's plan for you life? In this great love story, we see how God is directing the steps of Jacob and Rachel towards one another. We learn that God is faithful to guide those who love and follow after him.Genesis 29:1-30 Have you ever struggled with God's plan for you life? In this great love story, we see how God is directing the steps of Jacob and Rachel towards one another. We learn that God is faithful to guide those who love and follow after him.Genesis 29:1-30 Michael Best Sun, 21 Oct 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181021.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHave you ever struggled with God's plan for you life? In this great love story, we see how God is directing the steps of Jacob and Rachel towards one another. We learn that God is faithful to guide those who love and follow after him.Genesis 29:1-30 Have you ever seen something truly amazing? In this passage, Jacob experiences a dream where God shows him an important vision, reaffirming the covenant made with Abraham. We learn from Jacob how to worship God with our devotion. Genesis 28:10-22 Have you ever seen something truly amazing? In this passage, Jacob experiences a dream where God shows him an important vision, reaffirming the covenant made with Abraham. We learn from Jacob how to worship God with our devotion. Genesis 28:10-22 Michael Best Sun, 14 Oct 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181014.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHave you ever seen something truly amazing? In this passage, Jacob experiences a dream where God shows him an important vision, reaffirming the covenant made with Abraham. We learn from Jacob how to worship God with our devotion. Genesis 28:10-22 When we do whatever it takes to get what we want, there are often consequences. In this passage, we see Jacob stealing Isaac's blessing from Esau. We learn that we can't let life's disappointments excuse disobedience. Genesis 27:1-28:9 When we do whatever it takes to get what we want, there are often consequences. In this passage, we see Jacob stealing Isaac's blessing from Esau. We learn that we can't let life's disappointments excuse disobedience. Genesis 27:1-28:9 Michael Best Sun, 07 Oct 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20181007.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhen we do whatever it takes to get what we want, there are often consequences. In this passage, we see Jacob stealing Isaac's blessing from Esau. We learn that we can't let life's disappointments excuse disobedience. Genesis 27:1-28:9 It's been said, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. How is our faith shaped by those closest and most influential to us? In this passage, we see Isaac's faith being tested, and his response is very similar to that of his father, Abraham. The legacy of faith and its blessings is often passed down from one generation to the next. Genesis 26: 1-35 It's been said, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. How is our faith shaped by those closest and most influential to us? In this passage, we see Isaac's faith being tested, and his response is very similar to that of his father, Abraham. The legacy of faith and its blessings is often passed down from one generation to the next. Genesis 26: 1-35 Michael Best Sun, 23 Sep 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180923.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoIt's been said, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. How is our faith shaped by those closest and most influential to us? In this passage, we see Isaac's faith being tested, and his response is very similar to that of his father, Abraham. The legacy of faith and its blessings is often passed down from one generation to the next. Genesis 26: 1-35 What legacy did Abraham leave his sons Isaac and Jacob? And what lessons can we learn from their story that impact our lives today? In this new series, we're looking at how faith is a legacy that is passed down from one generation to the next.  God works in mysterious ways from one generation to the next to write His ultimate story throughout history. Genesis 25:19-34 What legacy did Abraham leave his sons Isaac and Jacob? And what lessons can we learn from their story that impact our lives today? In this new series, we're looking at how faith is a legacy that is passed down from one generation to the next.  God works in mysterious ways from one generation to the next to write His ultimate story throughout history. Genesis 25:19-34 Michael Best Sun, 16 Sep 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180916.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat legacy did Abraham leave his sons Isaac and Jacob? And what lessons can we learn from their story that impact our lives today? In this new series, we're looking at how faith is a legacy that is passed down from one generation to the next.  God works in mysterious ways from one generation to the next to write His ultimate story throughout history. Genesis 25:19-34 How should we prepare for the moments in life when our fears test our faith? In this passage, we see the disciples struggling to cross a stormy sea in a boat. When all looks lost, Jesus appears, walking on the water. This story provides a template for us to follow when we find ourselves in the midst of fear. Matthew 14:22-31 How should we prepare for the moments in life when our fears test our faith? In this passage, we see the disciples struggling to cross a stormy sea in a boat. When all looks lost, Jesus appears, walking on the water. This story provides a template for us to follow when we find ourselves in the midst of fear. Matthew 14:22-31 John Jelinik Sun, 09 Sep 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180909.mp3 moody, moody church, John Jelinik The Moody ChurchnoHow should we prepare for the moments in life when our fears test our faith? In this passage, we see the disciples struggling to cross a stormy sea in a boat. When all looks lost, Jesus appears, walking on the water. This story provides a template for us to follow when we find ourselves in the midst of fear. Matthew 14:22-31 Sometimes its easy to miss God's blessings by being distracted or not looking in the right places. Are we ordering our lives in such a way that we notice when God is near and calling to us? In this passage, we see Jesus healing a blind man. But there's more to the story than meets the eye, and important implications for our relationship with God. Luke 18:35-43 Sometimes its easy to miss God's blessings by being distracted or not looking in the right places. Are we ordering our lives in such a way that we notice when God is near and calling to us? In this passage, we see Jesus healing a blind man. But there's more to the story than meets the eye, and important implications for our relationship with God. Luke 18:35-43 Sun, 02 Sep 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180902.mp3 moody, moody church, The Moody ChurchnoSometimes its easy to miss God's blessings by being distracted or not looking in the right places. Are we ordering our lives in such a way that we notice when God is near and calling to us? In this passage, we see Jesus healing a blind man. But there's more to the story than meets the eye, and important implications for our relationship with God. Luke 18:35-43 How does God reveal His glory to man? In this passage, we see Jesus raising a dead man to life. The primary purpose of the miracle was that God would be glorified. But it also reveals to us the divine attributes of God that only He possesses. John 11 How does God reveal His glory to man? In this passage, we see Jesus raising a dead man to life. The primary purpose of the miracle was that God would be glorified. But it also reveals to us the divine attributes of God that only He possesses. John 11 Larry McCarthy, Jr. Sun, 19 Aug 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180819.mp3 moody, moody church, Larry McCarthy, Jr. The Moody ChurchnoHow does God reveal His glory to man? In this passage, we see Jesus raising a dead man to life. The primary purpose of the miracle was that God would be glorified. But it also reveals to us the divine attributes of God that only He possesses. John 11 How does Jesus Christ the Shepherd care for his flock when He is moved by compassion? In this passage about the miraculous feeding of the 5,000, we find Jesus performing seven acts of compassion for his flock. Our response should be complete confidence in Jesus, and to reflect His compassion to others. Mark 6:30-56 How does Jesus Christ the Shepherd care for his flock when He is moved by compassion? In this passage about the miraculous feeding of the 5,000, we find Jesus performing seven acts of compassion for his flock. Our response should be complete confidence in Jesus, and to reflect His compassion to others. Mark 6:30-56 Kenny Damara Sun, 12 Aug 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180812.mp3 moody, moody church, Kenny Damara The Moody ChurchnoHow does Jesus Christ the Shepherd care for his flock when He is moved by compassion? In this passage about the miraculous feeding of the 5,000, we find Jesus performing seven acts of compassion for his flock. Our response should be complete confidence in Jesus, and to reflect His compassion to others. Mark 6:30-56 How should we combat evil spirits in our own lives or in the lives of others? In this passage, we see the disciples of Jesus struggling to cast out a demonic spiritual tormenting a child. Jesus arrives and miraculously heals the boy, demonstrating that purposeful prayer is a powerful weapon against evil spirits. Mark 9:14-29 How should we combat evil spirits in our own lives or in the lives of others? In this passage, we see the disciples of Jesus struggling to cast out a demonic spiritual tormenting a child. Jesus arrives and miraculously heals the boy, demonstrating that purposeful prayer is a powerful weapon against evil spirits. Mark 9:14-29 Bob Gunter Sun, 05 Aug 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180805.mp3 moody, moody church, Bob Gunter The Moody ChurchnoHow should we combat evil spirits in our own lives or in the lives of others? In this passage, we see the disciples of Jesus struggling to cast out a demonic spiritual tormenting a child. Jesus arrives and miraculously heals the boy, demonstrating that purposeful prayer is a powerful weapon against evil spirits. Mark 9:14-29 Ever felt like something is beyond repair, beyond hope? Sometimes it feels like there’s just no way forward. Then you encounter Jesus and realize that there’s nothing beyond His grasp. In this passage, we explore Jesus’ miraculous healing of a paralyzed man. No matter the issue, Jesus provides a way to touch every aspect of our humanity. Luke 5:17-26 Ever felt like something is beyond repair, beyond hope? Sometimes it feels like there’s just no way forward. Then you encounter Jesus and realize that there’s nothing beyond His grasp. In this passage, we explore Jesus’ miraculous healing of a paralyzed man. No matter the issue, Jesus provides a way to touch every aspect of our humanity. Luke 5:17-26 Eric Targe Sun, 29 Jul 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180729.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoEver felt like something is beyond repair, beyond hope? Sometimes it feels like there’s just no way forward. Then you encounter Jesus and realize that there’s nothing beyond His grasp. In this passage, we explore Jesus’ miraculous healing of a paralyzed man. No matter the issue, Jesus provides a way to touch every aspect of our humanity. Luke 5:17-26 When the Kingdom of Heaven collides with the kingdom of darkness, miraculous things are possible. In this story, we see Jesus' miraculous liberation of a demon possessed man. When all hope seems lost for redemption, Jesus not only frees this man spiritually but also cares for him holistically. The change in circumstances is staggering. How much different would our lives be if we knew the true power of Jesus to redeem? Mark 5:1-20 When the Kingdom of Heaven collides with the kingdom of darkness, miraculous things are possible. In this story, we see Jesus' miraculous liberation of a demon possessed man. When all hope seems lost for redemption, Jesus not only frees this man spiritually but also cares for him holistically. The change in circumstances is staggering. How much different would our lives be if we knew the true power of Jesus to redeem? Mark 5:1-20 Steve Mason Sun, 22 Jul 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180722.mp3 moody, moody church, Steve Mason The Moody ChurchnoWhen the Kingdom of Heaven collides with the kingdom of darkness, miraculous things are possible. In this story, we see Jesus' miraculous liberation of a demon possessed man. When all hope seems lost for redemption, Jesus not only frees this man spiritually but also cares for him holistically. The change in circumstances is staggering. How much different would our lives be if we knew the true power of Jesus to redeem? Mark 5:1-20 How do you model your expectations of miracles? Or do you struggle to believe that God still works miracles? In this passage, Peter miraculously heals a crippled man. But just because we are in the 21st century doesn't mean that miracles are impossible. If we want to see Jesus work miracles in the lives of those around us, we need to take Him at His word and expect amazing things.  If we are driven by the gospel, we'll be instruments that impart healing and joy to the hopeless. Acts 3 How do you model your expectations of miracles? Or do you struggle to believe that God still works miracles? In this passage, Peter miraculously heals a crippled man. But just because we are in the 21st century doesn't mean that miracles are impossible. If we want to see Jesus work miracles in the lives of those around us, we need to take Him at His word and expect amazing things.  If we are driven by the gospel, we'll be instruments that impart healing and joy to the hopeless. Acts 3 Eric Targe Sun, 15 Jul 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180715.mp3 moody, moody church, Eric Targe The Moody ChurchnoHow do you model your expectations of miracles? Or do you struggle to believe that God still works miracles? In this passage, Peter miraculously heals a crippled man. But just because we are in the 21st century doesn't mean that miracles are impossible. If we want to see Jesus work miracles in the lives of those around us, we need to take Him at His word and expect amazing things.  If we are driven by the gospel, we'll be instruments that impart healing and joy to the hopeless. Acts 3 What do miracles show us about God? In this passage, we see Jesus' first miracle at the wedding in Cana. He took six jars of water, representing a human ritual, and turned them into wine, revealing the glory of God. It was more than a miracle, it was a sign of power that can transform lives. John 2:1-11 What do miracles show us about God? In this passage, we see Jesus' first miracle at the wedding in Cana. He took six jars of water, representing a human ritual, and turned them into wine, revealing the glory of God. It was more than a miracle, it was a sign of power that can transform lives. John 2:1-11 Josue Reyes Sun, 08 Jul 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180708.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoWhat do miracles show us about God? In this passage, we see Jesus' first miracle at the wedding in Cana. He took six jars of water, representing a human ritual, and turned them into wine, revealing the glory of God. It was more than a miracle, it was a sign of power that can transform lives. John 2:1-11 Waiting for resolution is often difficult. As Christians, the Bible promises ultimate resolution in Jesus' second coming; but how are we to conduct ourselves as we wait? This passage teaches us that assurance in Jesus' return leads us to action in living out our faith for Him while while we wait. 2 Peter 3:14-18 Waiting for resolution is often difficult. As Christians, the Bible promises ultimate resolution in Jesus' second coming; but how are we to conduct ourselves as we wait? This passage teaches us that assurance in Jesus' return leads us to action in living out our faith for Him while while we wait. 2 Peter 3:14-18 Michael Best Sun, 24 Jun 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180624.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWaiting for resolution is often difficult. As Christians, the Bible promises ultimate resolution in Jesus' second coming; but how are we to conduct ourselves as we wait? This passage teaches us that assurance in Jesus' return leads us to action in living out our faith for Him while while we wait. 2 Peter 3:14-18 Why is Scripture filled with end-times prophecy? Often, these passages generate heated debate. However, the purpose of eschatology (the study of end times) is not for greater debate but for greater devotion in our lives. In this passage, we learn about three responses to the coming King that should be evident in all of our lives. 2 Peter 3 Why is Scripture filled with end-times prophecy? Often, these passages generate heated debate. However, the purpose of eschatology (the study of end times) is not for greater debate but for greater devotion in our lives. In this passage, we learn about three responses to the coming King that should be evident in all of our lives. 2 Peter 3 Michael Best Sun, 10 Jun 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180610.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhy is Scripture filled with end-times prophecy? Often, these passages generate heated debate. However, the purpose of eschatology (the study of end times) is not for greater debate but for greater devotion in our lives. In this passage, we learn about three responses to the coming King that should be evident in all of our lives. 2 Peter 3 Has someone ever promised you something they failed to deliver? In this passage, we learn about false teachers within the church who twist the truth and can lead us astray. Appearances can be deceiving: false teaching overpromises and under delivers; but Jesus always keeps His promise and always delivers. Any teaching we follow apart from Jesus ultimately leads to emptiness. 2 Peter 2 Has someone ever promised you something they failed to deliver? In this passage, we learn about false teachers within the church who twist the truth and can lead us astray. Appearances can be deceiving: false teaching overpromises and under delivers; but Jesus always keeps His promise and always delivers. Any teaching we follow apart from Jesus ultimately leads to emptiness. 2 Peter 2 Michael Best Sun, 03 Jun 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180603.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHas someone ever promised you something they failed to deliver? In this passage, we learn about false teachers within the church who twist the truth and can lead us astray. Appearances can be deceiving: false teaching overpromises and under delivers; but Jesus always keeps His promise and always delivers. Any teaching we follow apart from Jesus ultimately leads to emptiness. 2 Peter 2 How can we be assured that the faith we pursue is not in vain? Christians are not living their lives on unfounded claims. In fact, we have credible witnesses whose claims about the promises of God are trustworthy. In this passage, we are shown three witnesses that give us assurance of our faith: the Apostles who lived with Jesus, God the Father who spoke at Jesus' transfiguration, and the prophets who's words were confirmed throughout history. The result is confidence of our faith in Jesus and His coming kingdom. 2 Peter 1:16-21 How can we be assured that the faith we pursue is not in vain? Christians are not living their lives on unfounded claims. In fact, we have credible witnesses whose claims about the promises of God are trustworthy. In this passage, we are shown three witnesses that give us assurance of our faith: the Apostles who lived with Jesus, God the Father who spoke at Jesus' transfiguration, and the prophets who's words were confirmed throughout history. The result is confidence of our faith in Jesus and His coming kingdom. 2 Peter 1:16-21 Dan Cameron Sun, 27 May 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180527.mp3 moody, moody church, Dan Cameron The Moody ChurchnoHow can we be assured that the faith we pursue is not in vain? Christians are not living their lives on unfounded claims. In fact, we have credible witnesses whose claims about the promises of God are trustworthy. In this passage, we are shown three witnesses that give us assurance of our faith: the Apostles who lived with Jesus, God the Father who spoke at Jesus' transfiguration, and the prophets who's words were confirmed throughout history. The result is confidence of our faith in Jesus and His coming kingdom. 2 Peter 1:16-21 How can we see the world as God would have us view it? When problems or difficulties come our way, we have a natural tendency towards spiritual nearsightedness, causing us to focus on what's right in front of us and missing the bigger picture. We must remember and rely upon God's promises for us. 2 Peter 1:1-15 How can we see the world as God would have us view it? When problems or difficulties come our way, we have a natural tendency towards spiritual nearsightedness, causing us to focus on what's right in front of us and missing the bigger picture. We must remember and rely upon God's promises for us. 2 Peter 1:1-15 Michael Best Sun, 20 May 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180520.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoHow can we see the world as God would have us view it? When problems or difficulties come our way, we have a natural tendency towards spiritual nearsightedness, causing us to focus on what's right in front of us and missing the bigger picture. We must remember and rely upon God's promises for us. 2 Peter 1:1-15 What do you believe to be the truly desperate need of the American church? While we often hope for revival, scripture teaches that our churches must first remember the seriousness of sin and seek true repentance. One reason we see so little repentance throughout the world is that the world sees so little repentance in the church. Our weakness as a church brings reproach to our God. But when we repent with truly sorrowful hearts, God promises to restore and revive His people. Joel 2: 12-17 What do you believe to be the truly desperate need of the American church? While we often hope for revival, scripture teaches that our churches must first remember the seriousness of sin and seek true repentance. One reason we see so little repentance throughout the world is that the world sees so little repentance in the church. Our weakness as a church brings reproach to our God. But when we repent with truly sorrowful hearts, God promises to restore and revive His people. Joel 2: 12-17 Steve Farish Sun, 06 May 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180506.mp3 moody, moody church, Steve Farish The Moody ChurchnoWhat do you believe to be the truly desperate need of the American church? While we often hope for revival, scripture teaches that our churches must first remember the seriousness of sin and seek true repentance. One reason we see so little repentance throughout the world is that the world sees so little repentance in the church. Our weakness as a church brings reproach to our God. But when we repent with truly sorrowful hearts, God promises to restore and revive His people. Joel 2: 12-17 There comes a time in the life of every Christian when we hear the voice of God calling us to do something. If we are ready, we will respond with obedience, and experience the blessing of God. But what if we run away from God? In this message, Rev. Damara teaches us from the life of Jonah about what happens when we disobey God's calling on our lives. Jonah 1-4 There comes a time in the life of every Christian when we hear the voice of God calling us to do something. If we are ready, we will respond with obedience, and experience the blessing of God. But what if we run away from God? In this message, Rev. Damara teaches us from the life of Jonah about what happens when we disobey God's calling on our lives. Jonah 1-4 Kenny Damara Sun, 29 Apr 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180429.mp3 moody, moody church, Kenny Damara The Moody ChurchnoThere comes a time in the life of every Christian when we hear the voice of God calling us to do something. If we are ready, we will respond with obedience, and experience the blessing of God. But what if we run away from God? In this message, Rev. Damara teaches us from the life of Jonah about what happens when we disobey God's calling on our lives. Jonah 1-4 How do we rely on the power of the Holy Spirit to be effective witnesses of the gospel? Dr. Root reminds us to be sensitive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, and using that connection to effectively share Jesus with others. Acts 1:8 How do we rely on the power of the Holy Spirit to be effective witnesses of the gospel? Dr. Root reminds us to be sensitive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, and using that connection to effectively share Jesus with others. Acts 1:8 Jerry Root Sun, 22 Apr 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180422.mp3 moody, moody church, Jerry Root The Moody ChurchnoHow do we rely on the power of the Holy Spirit to be effective witnesses of the gospel? Dr. Root reminds us to be sensitive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, and using that connection to effectively share Jesus with others. Acts 1:8 When times get tough, where do we turn? How should we order our thoughts and actions when darkness arrives? Pastor Reyes reminds us that in the midst of darkness, our hope needs to be rooted in the goodness of what God has done in our lives. God will always redeem us; the Lord is good to those who wait for Him. Lamentations 3 When times get tough, where do we turn? How should we order our thoughts and actions when darkness arrives? Pastor Reyes reminds us that in the midst of darkness, our hope needs to be rooted in the goodness of what God has done in our lives. God will always redeem us; the Lord is good to those who wait for Him. Lamentations 3 Josue Reyes Sun, 15 Apr 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS_20180415.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoWhen times get tough, where do we turn? How should we order our thoughts and actions when darkness arrives? Pastor Reyes reminds us that in the midst of darkness, our hope needs to be rooted in the goodness of what God has done in our lives. God will always redeem us; the Lord is good to those who wait for Him. Lamentations 3 Everyone wants their lives to have a happy ending, but often that goal can be derailed by sinful patterns of behavior. In this final passage from our series, we learn important lessons from Samson's life that can help us avoid tragic endings in ours. If we don't choose humility in our lives, God will do it for us. Judges 16 Everyone wants their lives to have a happy ending, but often that goal can be derailed by sinful patterns of behavior. In this final passage from our series, we learn important lessons from Samson's life that can help us avoid tragic endings in ours. If we don't choose humility in our lives, God will do it for us. Judges 16 Michael Best Sun, 18 Mar 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS20180318.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoEveryone wants their lives to have a happy ending, but often that goal can be derailed by sinful patterns of behavior. In this final passage from our series, we learn important lessons from Samson's life that can help us avoid tragic endings in ours. If we don't choose humility in our lives, God will do it for us. Judges 16 What motivates you to action? If you find yourself driven by anger or pride, consider a warning from the life of Samson. In this passage, we find Samson acting out of rage, impulse, and arrogance. The consequences are clear for Samson's life: the anger and arrogance of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Don't let the emotions of your life draw you away from God. Judges 15 What motivates you to action? If you find yourself driven by anger or pride, consider a warning from the life of Samson. In this passage, we find Samson acting out of rage, impulse, and arrogance. The consequences are clear for Samson's life: the anger and arrogance of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Don't let the emotions of your life draw you away from God. Judges 15 Michael Best Sun, 11 Mar 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SNS20180311.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhat motivates you to action? If you find yourself driven by anger or pride, consider a warning from the life of Samson. In this passage, we find Samson acting out of rage, impulse, and arrogance. The consequences are clear for Samson's life: the anger and arrogance of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Don't let the emotions of your life draw you away from God. Judges 15 Samson's story is one of wasted potential. What started off so well, quickly drifted into chaos. This drift is a warning for our hearts as well. People don't naturally gravitate towards holiness; we need to guard our hearts lest we slide towards godlessness. In this passage, we learn that if we aren't fighting to go forward in our faith, we are slipping backwards. Judges 14 Samson's story is one of wasted potential. What started off so well, quickly drifted into chaos. This drift is a warning for our hearts as well. People don't naturally gravitate towards holiness; we need to guard our hearts lest we slide towards godlessness. In this passage, we learn that if we aren't fighting to go forward in our faith, we are slipping backwards. Judges 14 Michael Best Sun, 04 Mar 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://s3.amazonaws.com/themoodychurch/SEG+20180304.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoSamson's story is one of wasted potential. What started off so well, quickly drifted into chaos. This drift is a warning for our hearts as well. People don't naturally gravitate towards holiness; we need to guard our hearts lest we slide towards godlessness. In this passage, we learn that if we aren't fighting to go forward in our faith, we are slipping backwards. Judges 14 Samson was a highly unusual character in the Bible. What made him so different? He was set apart to be specially devoted to God, just as Israel was meant to be set apart for God. As we learn about Samson's life in this passage in Judges, we learn that God is a God of grace, that He is a God of wonder, and that He is a God of power. Judges 13 Samson was a highly unusual character in the Bible. What made him so different? He was set apart to be specially devoted to God, just as Israel was meant to be set apart for God. As we learn about Samson's life in this passage in Judges, we learn that God is a God of grace, that He is a God of wonder, and that He is a God of power. Judges 13 Michael Best Sun, 25 Feb 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SEG+20180225.mp3 moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoSamson was a highly unusual character in the Bible. What made him so different? He was set apart to be specially devoted to God, just as Israel was meant to be set apart for God. As we learn about Samson's life in this passage in Judges, we learn that God is a God of grace, that He is a God of wonder, and that He is a God of power. Judges 13 Our long road through life is varied and unknown. The great hope is that at the end of the road, we will arrive at a phenomenal home waiting for us. The encouragement from this passage is found in the companionship that the Lord provides us on the road through life, until we reach our final destination in heaven. Psalm 23 Our long road through life is varied and unknown. The great hope is that at the end of the road, we will arrive at a phenomenal home waiting for us. The encouragement from this passage is found in the companionship that the Lord provides us on the road through life, until we reach our final destination in heaven. Psalm 23 Charles Butler Sun, 18 Feb 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SEG+20180218.mp3 moody, moody church, Charles Butler The Moody ChurchnoOur long road through life is varied and unknown. The great hope is that at the end of the road, we will arrive at a phenomenal home waiting for us. The encouragement from this passage is found in the companionship that the Lord provides us on the road through life, until we reach our final destination in heaven. Psalm 23 We've all experienced milestones in our lives, moments that are special due to their achievements from hard work, obstacles that were overcome, or unexpected victories. King David was no stranger to victories, so the way that he builds depth into the image of the Shepherd in this passage is unique. Here, the Shepherd's role shifts from that of a guide to that of a host. We learn of three affirmations that the Shepherd host gives to His flock: the Lord celebrates us, the Lord shields us, and the Lord refreshes us. Psalm 23 We've all experienced milestones in our lives, moments that are special due to their achievements from hard work, obstacles that were overcome, or unexpected victories. King David was no stranger to victories, so the way that he builds depth into the image of the Shepherd in this passage is unique. Here, the Shepherd's role shifts from that of a guide to that of a host. We learn of three affirmations that the Shepherd host gives to His flock: the Lord celebrates us, the Lord shields us, and the Lord refreshes us. Psalm 23 Charles Butler Sun, 11 Feb 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SEG20180211.mp3 moody, moody church, Charles Butler The Moody ChurchnoWe've all experienced milestones in our lives, moments that are special due to their achievements from hard work, obstacles that were overcome, or unexpected victories. King David was no stranger to victories, so the way that he builds depth into the image of the Shepherd in this passage is unique. Here, the Shepherd's role shifts from that of a guide to that of a host. We learn of three affirmations that the Shepherd host gives to His flock: the Lord celebrates us, the Lord shields us, and the Lord refreshes us. Psalm 23 Misadventures happen to everyone. When we wander into them unexpectedly, we may find ourselves trembling in fear and despairing. But as we learn in this passage, the Good Shepherd comforts us during the darkest moments because He is there with us. We don't have to surrender to fear.Psalm 23 Misadventures happen to everyone. When we wander into them unexpectedly, we may find ourselves trembling in fear and despairing. But as we learn in this passage, the Good Shepherd comforts us during the darkest moments because He is there with us. We don't have to surrender to fear.Psalm 23 Charles Butler Sun, 04 Feb 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SEG20180204.mp3 moody, moody church, Charles Butler The Moody ChurchnoMisadventures happen to everyone. When we wander into them unexpectedly, we may find ourselves trembling in fear and despairing. But as we learn in this passage, the Good Shepherd comforts us during the darkest moments because He is there with us. We don't have to surrender to fear.Psalm 23 Have you ever failed spectacularly? When David wrote this Psalm, he was in the midst of great personal and spiritual struggle. But as this passage points out, God never left David in a state of despair. When we choose to sin, consequences follow. But there's good news for all of us: God restores us from our greatest failures and realigns our steps.Psalm 23 Have you ever failed spectacularly? When David wrote this Psalm, he was in the midst of great personal and spiritual struggle. But as this passage points out, God never left David in a state of despair. When we choose to sin, consequences follow. But there's good news for all of us: God restores us from our greatest failures and realigns our steps.Psalm 23 Charles Butler Sun, 28 Jan 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SEG20181028.mp3 moody, moody church, Charles Butler The Moody ChurchnoHave you ever failed spectacularly? When David wrote this Psalm, he was in the midst of great personal and spiritual struggle. But as this passage points out, God never left David in a state of despair. When we choose to sin, consequences follow. But there's good news for all of us: God restores us from our greatest failures and realigns our steps.Psalm 23 Do you trust the Good Shepherd? In this passage, we discover many ways that God care for us, guides us, and provides for us. Our response should be to rely on His strength and guidance, so that we are not left wandering aimlessly.Psalm 23 Do you trust the Good Shepherd? In this passage, we discover many ways that God care for us, guides us, and provides for us. Our response should be to rely on His strength and guidance, so that we are not left wandering aimlessly.Psalm 23 Charles Butler Sun, 21 Jan 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SEG20180121.mp3 moody, moody church, Charles Butler The Moody ChurchnoDo you trust the Good Shepherd? In this passage, we discover many ways that God care for us, guides us, and provides for us. Our response should be to rely on His strength and guidance, so that we are not left wandering aimlessly.Psalm 23 With a New Year often comes new resolutions, a popular part of American culture. But what typically starts off with good intentions, is usually quickly discarded. That's because the change intended relies entirely on ourselves. The Biblical model teaches us that the only thing that can truly change us is God. Psalm 37 teaches us how to set Godly priorities in our lives, and to pursue changes in our patterns of behavior that lead to Biblical success. With a New Year often comes new resolutions, a popular part of American culture. But what typically starts off with good intentions, is usually quickly discarded. That's because the change intended relies entirely on ourselves. The Biblical model teaches us that the only thing that can truly change us is God. Psalm 37 teaches us how to set Godly priorities in our lives, and to pursue changes in our patterns of behavior that lead to Biblical success. Josue Reyes Sun, 07 Jan 2018 09:00:00 CDT https://themoodychurch.s3.amazonaws.com/SEG20180107.mp3 moody, moody church, Josue Reyes The Moody ChurchnoWith a New Year often comes new resolutions, a popular part of American culture. But what typically starts off with good intentions, is usually quickly discarded. That's because the change intended relies entirely on ourselves. The Biblical model teaches us that the only thing that can truly change us is God. Psalm 37 teaches us how to set Godly priorities in our lives, and to pursue changes in our patterns of behavior that lead to Biblical success. We live now in an age of instant judgment and opinions with little regard for prayer, meditation, reflecting and seeking God. Daily we are invited to judge, make decisions, evaluate, criticize the conduct deeds, and speech of others. The clamor of conflict is almost deafening. The Christian community is not immune to the conflict crisis. This sermon examines how early Christians resolved conflict among each other; the reasons why we can and should trust God and His word; and the plan of salvation as the only way to resolve the conflict created by sin. There is no saving power in anything but the cross of Christ.Acts 15:1-5 We live now in an age of instant judgment and opinions with little regard for prayer, meditation, reflecting and seeking God. Daily we are invited to judge, make decisions, evaluate, criticize the conduct deeds, and speech of others. The clamor of conflict is almost deafening. The Christian community is not immune to the conflict crisis. This sermon examines how early Christians resolved conflict among each other; the reasons why we can and should trust God and His word; and the plan of salvation as the only way to resolve the conflict created by sin. There is no saving power in anything but the cross of Christ.Acts 15:1-5 Larry McCarthy, Jr. Sun, 17 Dec 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Larry McCarthy, Jr. The Moody ChurchnoWe live now in an age of instant judgment and opinions with little regard for prayer, meditation, reflecting and seeking God. Daily we are invited to judge, make decisions, evaluate, criticize the conduct deeds, and speech of others. The clamor of conflict is almost deafening. The Christian community is not immune to the conflict crisis. This sermon examines how early Christians resolved conflict among each other; the reasons why we can and should trust God and His word; and the plan of salvation as the only way to resolve the conflict created by sin. There is no saving power in anything but the cross of Christ.Acts 15:1-5 Genesis 22 is the culmination of the story of Abraham, where he faces a test from God to offer up his son Isaac as a sacrifice. This passage foreshadows the person and work of Jesus Christ in three ways. First, as Abraham obeyed, Jesus fully obeyed. Abraham struggled throughout his life with obedience, but Jesus lived a sinless and perfect life. Second, as Abraham was given a substitute, so was Jesus given as our substitute for sin. This story clearly points forward to the substitutionary atonement of Jesus Christ for us, when Jesus earned our salvation by taking our punishment on the cross. Third, Abraham was blessed, but Jesus opens up eternal blessing. Every spiritual blessing is given to us through Jesus, and while we so often focus on material blessings, the greatest blessing of all is to know God.Genesis 22 Genesis 22 is the culmination of the story of Abraham, where he faces a test from God to offer up his son Isaac as a sacrifice. This passage foreshadows the person and work of Jesus Christ in three ways. First, as Abraham obeyed, Jesus fully obeyed. Abraham struggled throughout his life with obedience, but Jesus lived a sinless and perfect life. Second, as Abraham was given a substitute, so was Jesus given as our substitute for sin. This story clearly points forward to the substitutionary atonement of Jesus Christ for us, when Jesus earned our salvation by taking our punishment on the cross. Third, Abraham was blessed, but Jesus opens up eternal blessing. Every spiritual blessing is given to us through Jesus, and while we so often focus on material blessings, the greatest blessing of all is to know God.Genesis 22 Michael Best Sun, 26 Nov 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoGenesis 22 is the culmination of the story of Abraham, where he faces a test from God to offer up his son Isaac as a sacrifice. This passage foreshadows the person and work of Jesus Christ in three ways. First, as Abraham obeyed, Jesus fully obeyed. Abraham struggled throughout his life with obedience, but Jesus lived a sinless and perfect life. Second, as Abraham was given a substitute, so was Jesus given as our substitute for sin. This story clearly points forward to the substitutionary atonement of Jesus Christ for us, when Jesus earned our salvation by taking our punishment on the cross. Third, Abraham was blessed, but Jesus opens up eternal blessing. Every spiritual blessing is given to us through Jesus, and while we so often focus on material blessings, the greatest blessing of all is to know God.Genesis 22 Pastor Bill Bertsche speaks on "Why I Am A Christian," focusing on the five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. Pastor Bill Bertsche speaks on "Why I Am A Christian," focusing on the five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. Bill Bertsche Sun, 29 Oct 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Bill Bertsche The Moody ChurchnoPastor Bill Bertsche speaks on "Why I Am A Christian," focusing on the five Solas of the Protestant Reformation. It is often in times of waiting that it is most difficult to follow God, and that is where Abram and Sarai found themselves. Rather than continue to wait, they took matters into their own hands. This passage teaches us three actions to following God’s will. First, we are to trust him, and not commit the sin of self-reliance or following cultural norms rather than God’s Word. Second, we are to take ownership of our sin. Sin that is not owned continues a cycle of sin, and the gospel requires us to own and confess our sin. Third, we are to obey. God found Hagar in the desert, and he shows her the point of our greatest blessing is always in obedience to God.Genesis 16 It is often in times of waiting that it is most difficult to follow God, and that is where Abram and Sarai found themselves. Rather than continue to wait, they took matters into their own hands. This passage teaches us three actions to following God’s will. First, we are to trust him, and not commit the sin of self-reliance or following cultural norms rather than God’s Word. Second, we are to take ownership of our sin. Sin that is not owned continues a cycle of sin, and the gospel requires us to own and confess our sin. Third, we are to obey. God found Hagar in the desert, and he shows her the point of our greatest blessing is always in obedience to God.Genesis 16 Michael Best Sun, 15 Oct 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoIt is often in times of waiting that it is most difficult to follow God, and that is where Abram and Sarai found themselves. Rather than continue to wait, they took matters into their own hands. This passage teaches us three actions to following God’s will. First, we are to trust him, and not commit the sin of self-reliance or following cultural norms rather than God’s Word. Second, we are to take ownership of our sin. Sin that is not owned continues a cycle of sin, and the gospel requires us to own and confess our sin. Third, we are to obey. God found Hagar in the desert, and he shows her the point of our greatest blessing is always in obedience to God.Genesis 16 When God appeared to Abram and changed his name to Abraham, He shows us three characteristics of Himself. First, He is a God of power, which will always be used for good and never for evil. Second, He is a God of grace. The covenant sign of circumcision pointed to God's initiative in making and establishing the covenant, and the constant assurance God provides to his children. Third, He is a God of the impossible. Nothing is too hard for the Lord.Genesis 17:1-18:15 When God appeared to Abram and changed his name to Abraham, He shows us three characteristics of Himself. First, He is a God of power, which will always be used for good and never for evil. Second, He is a God of grace. The covenant sign of circumcision pointed to God's initiative in making and establishing the covenant, and the constant assurance God provides to his children. Third, He is a God of the impossible. Nothing is too hard for the Lord.Genesis 17:1-18:15 Michael Best Sun, 22 Oct 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoWhen God appeared to Abram and changed his name to Abraham, He shows us three characteristics of Himself. First, He is a God of power, which will always be used for good and never for evil. Second, He is a God of grace. The covenant sign of circumcision pointed to God's initiative in making and establishing the covenant, and the constant assurance God provides to his children. Third, He is a God of the impossible. Nothing is too hard for the Lord.Genesis 17:1-18:15 Each of us, like Abram, will experience challenges to our faith along life’s journey. The first challenge Abram faced was that of success. Upon military victory, he still pursued God in the midst of victory by his generosity towards Melchizedek and his response to the King of Sodom. Second, Abram faced the challenge of fear, as he was caught in the gap of knowing God’s promises but not yet seeing them come to reality. Third, Abram faced the challenge of doubt that God would actually give him the land. To prove his faithfulness, God again made a covenant with Abram, this time in the powerful and binding ceremony of walking between animal sacrifices. Abram shows us that doubt is not sinful, but that when we doubt we need to bring those doubts to God.Genesis 14:17–15:21 Each of us, like Abram, will experience challenges to our faith along life’s journey. The first challenge Abram faced was that of success. Upon military victory, he still pursued God in the midst of victory by his generosity towards Melchizedek and his response to the King of Sodom. Second, Abram faced the challenge of fear, as he was caught in the gap of knowing God’s promises but not yet seeing them come to reality. Third, Abram faced the challenge of doubt that God would actually give him the land. To prove his faithfulness, God again made a covenant with Abram, this time in the powerful and binding ceremony of walking between animal sacrifices. Abram shows us that doubt is not sinful, but that when we doubt we need to bring those doubts to God.Genesis 14:17–15:21 Michael Best Sun, 08 Oct 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoEach of us, like Abram, will experience challenges to our faith along life’s journey. The first challenge Abram faced was that of success. Upon military victory, he still pursued God in the midst of victory by his generosity towards Melchizedek and his response to the King of Sodom. Second, Abram faced the challenge of fear, as he was caught in the gap of knowing God’s promises but not yet seeing them come to reality. Third, Abram faced the challenge of doubt that God would actually give him the land. To prove his faithfulness, God again made a covenant with Abram, this time in the powerful and binding ceremony of walking between animal sacrifices. Abram shows us that doubt is not sinful, but that when we doubt we need to bring those doubts to God.Genesis 14:17–15:21 Abram found himself journeying back to the promised land from Egypt. Upon his return to the land, he displays three attributes of daring faith. First, Abram shows that daring faith is a faith that repents. Just as he turned around and went back to God, so should when we find our lives in sin. Second, Abram shows that daring faith is a faith the reorients. While Lot is consumed with greed and materialism, Abram’s faith has reoriented his values towards an eternal perspective. Thirdly, we see that daring faith is a faith that rescues. The gospel is all about rescue. However, it’s not about us saving ourselves, but having the faith to say that we need rescue, and that Jesus has come to rescue us from our sin.Genesis 13:14-16  Abram found himself journeying back to the promised land from Egypt. Upon his return to the land, he displays three attributes of daring faith. First, Abram shows that daring faith is a faith that repents. Just as he turned around and went back to God, so should when we find our lives in sin. Second, Abram shows that daring faith is a faith the reorients. While Lot is consumed with greed and materialism, Abram’s faith has reoriented his values towards an eternal perspective. Thirdly, we see that daring faith is a faith that rescues. The gospel is all about rescue. However, it’s not about us saving ourselves, but having the faith to say that we need rescue, and that Jesus has come to rescue us from our sin.Genesis 13:14-16  Michael Best Sun, 24 Sep 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAbram found himself journeying back to the promised land from Egypt. Upon his return to the land, he displays three attributes of daring faith. First, Abram shows that daring faith is a faith that repents. Just as he turned around and went back to God, so should when we find our lives in sin. Second, Abram shows that daring faith is a faith the reorients. While Lot is consumed with greed and materialism, Abram’s faith has reoriented his values towards an eternal perspective. Thirdly, we see that daring faith is a faith that rescues. The gospel is all about rescue. However, it’s not about us saving ourselves, but having the faith to say that we need rescue, and that Jesus has come to rescue us from our sin.Genesis 13:14-16  Abram entered the promised land, yet soon after famine arrived. He traveled with his family down to Egypt, but there he lied about the identity of his wife to protect himself. This passage shows us three characteristics of sin. First, sin often looks appealing, as Abram was actually blessed in the short-term. Second, sin always affects others, as the sin of Abram affected all of Pharaoh’s house and his relationship with his wife. Third, sin never pays off, as his sin was found out and he was confronted by a pagan king. Rather than living by faith in God, Abram found himself living in fear. However, even in the midst of that, God was faithful in accomplishing his plan and upholding his promises.Genesis 19:10-20 Abram entered the promised land, yet soon after famine arrived. He traveled with his family down to Egypt, but there he lied about the identity of his wife to protect himself. This passage shows us three characteristics of sin. First, sin often looks appealing, as Abram was actually blessed in the short-term. Second, sin always affects others, as the sin of Abram affected all of Pharaoh’s house and his relationship with his wife. Third, sin never pays off, as his sin was found out and he was confronted by a pagan king. Rather than living by faith in God, Abram found himself living in fear. However, even in the midst of that, God was faithful in accomplishing his plan and upholding his promises.Genesis 19:10-20 Michael Best Sun, 17 Sep 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAbram entered the promised land, yet soon after famine arrived. He traveled with his family down to Egypt, but there he lied about the identity of his wife to protect himself. This passage shows us three characteristics of sin. First, sin often looks appealing, as Abram was actually blessed in the short-term. Second, sin always affects others, as the sin of Abram affected all of Pharaoh’s house and his relationship with his wife. Third, sin never pays off, as his sin was found out and he was confronted by a pagan king. Rather than living by faith in God, Abram found himself living in fear. However, even in the midst of that, God was faithful in accomplishing his plan and upholding his promises.Genesis 19:10-20 After sin entered the world, things seemed to be spiraling down. In the midst of that darkness, God appeared to Abram, and made some astounding promises. He promised to give Abram land, that he would have a large family, and that he would be blessed and bless others. We see in this passage that God’s blessings are to be shared. Just as Abram was called to go, so Christians are called to go and share the blessings of God with the world around them. We also see that the promises of God are motivation to obey and trust God in all of our lives. Finally, we see that the promises of God lead us to worship God, even in the darkest places of our world. After sin entered the world, things seemed to be spiraling down. In the midst of that darkness, God appeared to Abram, and made some astounding promises. He promised to give Abram land, that he would have a large family, and that he would be blessed and bless others. We see in this passage that God’s blessings are to be shared. Just as Abram was called to go, so Christians are called to go and share the blessings of God with the world around them. We also see that the promises of God are motivation to obey and trust God in all of our lives. Finally, we see that the promises of God lead us to worship God, even in the darkest places of our world. Michael Best Thu, 14 Sep 2017 09:00:00 CDT moody, moody church, Michael Best The Moody ChurchnoAfter sin entered the world, things seemed to be spiraling down. In the midst of that darkness, God appeared to Abram, and made some astounding promises. He promised to give Abram land, that he would have a large family, and that he would be blessed and bless others. We see in this passage that God’s blessings are to be shared. Just as Abram was called to go, so Christians are called to go and share the blessings of God with the world around them. We also see that the promises of God are motivation to obey and trust God in all of our lives. Finally, we see that the promises of God lead us to worship God, even in the darkest places of our world.