Thursday, October 26, 2023

Everyday Disciple: Singing Praises

"Singing Praises" (Ephesians 5:18-21) Everyday Disciple Sunday, October 22nd Discussion Questions What are some of your favorite songs and why? How has music been meaningful at different season of your life? What are some silly songs or commercial jingles that have got stuck in your head over the years? What was the first song you remember hearing as a child? What songs deeply impacted you as a teenager? Read through Ephesians 5:18-21 and consider what sin is to be avoided, what command is to be obeyed, and what promise is to be claimed? Why is Drunkenness a sin? Why does Paul contrast the sin of drunkenness with the command to be filled with the Spirit? What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit? What are some practical ways to be filled with the Spirit? What are some of the things that can hinder us from being filled with the Spirit? Singing Convicts us of Sin - How does singing reveal what's truth, good and beautiful? How have you been convicted by singing what is true in your life? How is singing praises to God a holy activity in an unholy world? Singing Reminds us of Truth - How does singing help us to gain godly perspective? How does singing praises remind us of what it truth? How have you been helped by coming to church and singing what is right and true? Singing Brings us Comfort - What ways have you been encouraged by singing praise to God? What ways have you been encouraged by coming to church and singing praises with other brothers and sisters in Christ? Singing Helps us Remember - How does singing help us to remember ideas and concepts when they're set to music? What sorts of Christian doctrines or Christian disciplines immediately connect you with songs you've learned in the past? Singing Expresses our Emotions - How does singing help you to express difficult emotions such as doubt, fear, anger, disappointment, etc? How have you experienced singing as a way to connect with your emotions in a way that nothing else can? Singing Empowers us to Give Thanks - What sorts of things do we need to give thanks to God for? How does singing help us to praise God and give thanks? Resources for "Everyday Disciple: Singing Praises" Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/lates... Video -    • Everyday Disciple: Singing Praises  

Saturday, October 21, 2023

Youth Groups - Then vs. Now

As two guys who both grew up loving our youth group (and eventually both worked in youth ministry for a season!), this video was all-too-easy to write. Hope you all enjoy! Watch our podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@Ghostrunners... Book us on Cameo! https://v.cameo.com/e/fvERn6rrysb Follow Jake! Instagram: @triplettjake Follow Brad! Instagram: @elliscustomcreations

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Burned Out? Biblical Comfort for Worn-Out Ministry Leaders | Alasdair Gr...

You’ve seen the statistics on pastors thinking about leaving the ministry . . . and you understand why. Join seasoned counselors Alasdair Groves and Darby Strickland in this microevent from TGC23, for an extended discussion on the slew of pressures, expectations, temptations, and limitations that lead toward burnout. This discussion will address the whole spectrum of strains leaders in ministry face and the way Scripture reframes both the struggle of burnout and the biblical response.

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Luskin and Miller Share Highlights of Recent African Speaking Tou...

Is there interest and support for intelligent design in other countries besides the United States? As today's interview will show, the answer to that question is a resounding yes! On this ID The Future, geologist and attorney Casey Luskin and physicist Brian Miller talk with host Andrew McDiarmid about their recent speaking trip to South Africa and Kenya. Accompanied by historian Richard Weikart for portions of it, the trio gave a total of 65 lectures to over 4,000 people on 7 university campuses and other locations. The response was inspiring. As Luskin puts it in his blog post detailing the trip, support for intelligent design is burning brightly across the continent of Africa. Tune in to learn more about this remarkable experience.

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Jake the Muslim Metaphysician Is a Lying Coward (Here's Proof!)

Jake Brancatella (aka "@TheMuslimMetaphysician ", "Jake the Muslim Metaphysician," "Jake the Fake," "Jake the Joke," etc.) is a habitual liar, much like his god, his prophet, and his fellow dawahgandists. David Wood gives the latest example of how Jake deceives his gullible fans in the name of Allah. #quran #islam #muslim πŸ”” PLEASE HELP SUPPORT THESE ADDITIONAL CHANNELS BY FOLLOWING! @YourBrotherInChrist @ElleISOElohim @apologeticsroadshow @PhilosophyUnderground 😊 THANK YOU FOR DONATIONS! https://www.patreon.com/Acts17Apologe... https://www.buymeacoffee.com/YBIC https://www.patreon.com/ElleISOElohim ⚠️ MUSLIMS BEWARE ⚠️ Ramadan DEFIES Islam! ⚠️ ▶ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFzfX...

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Molecules Don't Care About Life! (2023 Dallas Conference on Science and ...

What does the science REALLY show about the origin of life? Renowned chemistry professor James Tour and philosopher of science Stephen Meyer explain. This session was part of the 2023 Dallas Conference on Science and Faith sponsored by Discovery Institute. A synthetic organic chemist, James Tour is the T. T. and W. F. Chao Professor of Chemistry, Professor of Computer Science, and Professor of Materials Science and Nano-Engineering at Rice University. Stephen Meyer directs the Center for Science and Culture at the Discovery Institute in Seattle. He is author of the New York Times-bestseller "Darwin’s Doubt" (2013) as well as the books "Signature in the Cell (2009) and "Return of the God Hypothesis" (2021). ============================ The Discovery Science News Channel is the official Youtube channel of Discovery Institute's Center for Science & Culture. The CSC is the institutional hub for scientists, educators, and inquiring minds who think that nature supplies compelling evidence of intelligent design. The CSC supports research, sponsors educational programs, defends free speech, and produce articles, books, and multimedia content. For more information visit https://www.discovery.org/id/ http://www.evolutionnews.org/ http://www.intelligentdesign.org/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: Twitter: https://twitter.com/discoverycsc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoverycsc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoverycsc/ Visit other Youtube channels connected to the Center for Science & Culture Discovery Institute: https://www.youtube.com/user/Discover... Dr. Stephen C. Meyer: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrStephe...

Monday, October 9, 2023

"The Art of Attraction" Song of Songs 1:1-2:7

Love Songs: A Study of the Song of Solomon “The Art of Attraction” Song of Solomon 1:1-2:7 Sunday, February 5th Choose from these suggestions to lead each person in your group to own their own growth. • What are some funny and misleading descriptions you’ve heard of from online dating profiles or blind date set-ups? • What qualities does our culture say attraction is built upon? What issues might be caused by people using those worldly qualities as a basis for a relationship? • What one area will you work on developing in yourself to be someone who helps those you love feel special and secure? • Which quality is the most important for you in a relationship — including friends and family? Why is that so important to you? • Share a time when someone made you feel special and secure. What did they do to make you feel that way? For Singles • How are you working on developing the qualities you’d like to see in someone else in your own life? • Talk about whether you think it's more important to work on these qualities so you'll attract a spouse or so you'll attract others to Christ working in and through you? • Do you spend more time looking for these qualities or developing them? What changes could help you become the kind of person the person you’re looking for is looking for? • Does the idea of marriage appeal to you? Why or why not? For Married Couples • How are you cultivating and improving attraction between you and your spouse? • What are some past insecurities your spouse has loved away? • Choose one quality you can work on as a couple. What could you do to develop that in your relationship? • Share an example of a marriage you admire. What have you observed that couple doing that works? End with a challenge to take action. Lead your group to help each person identify their next steps. • You can’t change someone else. You can only change you. What will you do this week to develop these four qualities? • How can our group support each other’s closest relationships?
Love Songs: A Study of the Song of Solomon “The Art of Attraction” Song of Solomon 1:1-2:7 Sunday, February 5th Choose from these suggestions to lead each person in your group to own their own growth. • What are some funny and misleading descriptions you’ve heard of from online dating profiles or blind date set-ups? • What qualities does our culture say attraction is built upon? What issues might be caused by people using those worldly qualities as a basis for a relationship? • What one area will you work on developing in yourself to be someone who helps those you love feel special and secure? • Which quality is the most important for you in a relationship — including friends and family? Why is that so important to you? • Share a time when someone made you feel special and secure. What did they do to make you feel that way? For Singles • How are you working on developing the qualities you’d like to see in someone else in your own life? • Talk about whether you think it's more important to work on these qualities so you'll attract a spouse or so you'll attract others to Christ working in and through you? • Do you spend more time looking for these qualities or developing them? What changes could help you become the kind of person the person you’re looking for is looking for? • Does the idea of marriage appeal to you? Why or why not? For Married Couples • How are you cultivating and improving attraction between you and your spouse? • What are some past insecurities your spouse has loved away? • Choose one quality you can work on as a couple. What could you do to develop that in your relationship? • Share an example of a marriage you admire. What have you observed that couple doing that works? End with a challenge to take action. Lead your group to help each person identify their next steps. • You can’t change someone else. You can only change you. What will you do this week to develop these four qualities? • How can our group support each other’s closest relationships?

Everyday Disciple: Believing Truth

"Believing Truth" (Psalm 1:1-6, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Romans 12:1-2)
Everyday Disciple Fall Sermon Series
Sunday, October 8th

Truth Matters - The Blessing of Walking in Truth (Psalm 1:1-6)
What is the main difference between the righteous person and the wicked person in this psalm?
What does it mean to "walk in the counsel of the ungodly, stand in the path of sinners, and sit in the seat of the scornful"?
What does it mean to "delight in the law of the Lord" and to "meditate in his law day and night"?
What are some of the benefits of being a righteous person, according to this psalm?
How can we apply the lessons of this psalm to our own lives?

Truth Trains - The Profitability of Being Equipped in Truth (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
What does it mean to say that the Bible is "God-breathed"?
How is the Bible profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness?
How can the Bible help us to be complete and equipped for every good work?
What are some specific examples of how the Bible has helped you in your own life?
How can we make better use of the Bible in our daily lives?

Truth Transforms - The Power of Being Renewed by Truth  (Romans 12:1-2)
What does it mean to present your body as a living sacrifice to God?
What are some ways that we can do this in our daily lives?
What does it mean to be transformed by the renewing of your mind?
How can we learn to distinguish between what is good and acceptable and perfect in God's will?
What are some of the benefits of living in accordance with God's will?

Muslims BLAST Jordan Peterson for Supporting Israel against Hamas

Jordan Peterson reacted to the news about Hamas invading Israel by saying, “Give ‘em hell, Netanyahu.” In response, many Muslims instantly began heaping insults and abuse on Dr. Peterson (and his daughter). David Wood, Robert Spencer, and the Apostate Prophet discuss the issue. You can order Robert's book "The Palestinian Delusion" here: https://amzn.to/3Q7yiBA #JordanPeterson #Israel

How Should Christians View Israel?

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Israel at War

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Rico Tice on the Launch of Our 321 Course

Glen Scrivener and Nate Morgan Locke interview Rico Tice for the launch of our 321 course. See 321: http://321course.com/ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJjw... LINKS// Subscribe to this channel for videos that see all of life with Jesus at the centre: https://www.youtube.com/SpeakLifeMedi... Subscribe to our other YouTube channel, Reformed Mythologist, to explore how the stories we love point to the greatest story of all: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedMyth... The Speak Life Podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RTY21m... Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e03... Speak Life is a UK based charity that resources the church to reach the world. Learn more about us here: https://speaklife.org.uk/ CONNECT// Are you a creative Christian? Would you like to join us for a day, a week or 10 months? Find out more here: https://speaklife.org.uk/foundry Discord is an online platform where you can interact with the Speak Life team and other Speak Life supporters. There’s bonus content and creative/theological discussion. You can join our Discord here: https://speaklife.org.uk/give/ Social Media: facebook.com/speakLifeuk/ twitter.com/speaklifeuk/ instagram.com/speaklifeuk/ tiktok.com/@speaklifeuk

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Science Doesn’t Say Anything—Scientists Do (2023 Dallas Conference on Sc...

Author Frank Turek dissects the biases and assumptions of some who claim to speak for science in our culture. President of CrossExamined.org, Dr. Turek is co-author of books such as "I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist" and "Legislating Morality." He has debated prominent atheists including Christopher Hitchens and Michael Shermer, founding publisher of Skeptic Magazine. Turek has appeared on hundreds of radio programs and many top TV networks including Fox News, ABC, and CBS. A former aviator in the US Navy, Frank has a master’s degree from George Washington University and a doctorate from Southern Evangelical Seminary. This talk was delivered at the 2023 Dallas Conference on Science and Faith sponsored by Discovery Institute. ============================ The Discovery Science News Channel is the official Youtube channel of Discovery Institute's Center for Science & Culture. The CSC is the institutional hub for scientists, educators, and inquiring minds who think that nature supplies compelling evidence of intelligent design. The CSC supports research, sponsors educational programs, defends free speech, and produce articles, books, and multimedia content. For more information visit https://www.discovery.org/id/ http://www.evolutionnews.org/ http://www.intelligentdesign.org/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: Twitter: https://twitter.com/discoverycsc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoverycsc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoverycsc/ Visit other Youtube channels connected to the Center for Science & Culture Discovery Institute: https://www.youtube.com/user/Discover... Dr. Stephen C. Meyer: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrStephe...

Frank Turek - Session 1 - Does Truth Exist?