Category — Worship
Sermon – Talking God’s Ear Off
This is the eighth and final sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – As we wear the “full armor of God,” we are to pray 1) “in the Spirit,” 2) “on all occasions,” and 3) with all kinds of prayers and requests.
The text for the sermon was taken from Ephesians 6:18-20.
June 29, 2009 No Comments
Sermon – Sharp
This is the seventh sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – The word of God—the sword of the Spirit—helps us to “stand” by giving us clarity about ourselves and by equipping us to live the Christian life
The text for the sermon was taken from Ephesians 6:17, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:16-17
The Worship SERVICE Day video was presented to the congregation with a big thank you for all who participated.
June 22, 2009 No Comments
Worship “Service” Sunday this Weekend!
This Sunday (June 14) will be an out-of-the-box time of worship for Northminster! Instead of gathering inside the sanctuary this weekend, we’re going to explode out into the neighborhood around us!
At 9:30 a.m. we’re going to put our hands and feet to work, worshiping God by blessing our community. What exactly are we gonna be doing? We’ll clean up the alley between Cole St. and Dubois Dr. We’re going to repair fences, clear weeds, trim vegetation, and paint walls. By the time we finish, it will be a brand new alley!
If you’re not sure what to do with your kids, bring ‘em! We’ve got a bounce-house and all kinds of fun activities for the kids.
At 12:30 p.m. we’ll finish our work and have lunch together in Congdon Hall to celebrate what God did through us that morning!
If you’re a regular at Northminster, I can’t wait to see you this Sunday!
If you’re not, you’re more than welcome to come give us a hand!
Pastor Markus
P.S. – Plan to arrive by about 9:15 so that we can be ready to work by 9:30…
June 11, 2009 No Comments
Sermon – Rescue Me
This is the sixth sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – “Salvation” can be a word that carries a lot of negative baggage in our culture. But what really is “salvation.” First and foremost, salvation is a person—Jesus Christ. And how do we experience the salvation of Jesus? Initially, we experience it as forgiveness. But the ongoing effect of salvation is the transformation of our lives.
The text for the sermon was taken from Matthew 1:18-21, Luke 2:25-32, and Philippians 2:12-13.
June 9, 2009 No Comments
Sermon – Shield of Faith
This is the fifth sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – God has given us the “shield of faith” to help us stand in the midst of “flaming arrows” that would try to knock us down. Faith alleviates our anxiety, gives us confidence, and credits us with righteousness.
The text for the sermon was taken from Ephesians 4:16 and Hebrews 11:1.
May 31, 2009 Comments Off
Sermon – Feet Fitted
This is the fourth sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – As followers of Jesus, we are called to always be ready to share the good news—the gospel. What is this good news? It’s the good news that we can have peace with God and peace with one another.
The text for the sermon was taken from Ephesians 4:15, 1 Corinthians 14:1-6, and 2 Timothy 4:1-2.
May 24, 2009 Comments Off
Sermon – Perfect Credit
This is the third sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – Are we good enough? No. But because God loves us, he “credits” righteousness to us when trust him and follow him, just as he “credited” righteousness to Abraham when he believed God.
The text for the sermon was taken from Ephesians 6:14, Genesis 15:5-6, and Romans 4:18-25.
May 20, 2009 Comments Off
Sermon – What is Truth?
This is the Second sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – When we look at the world around us, we see one kind of truth. Empirical truth. Truth that is based on what we see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. But there is a deeper truth. A truth that is more real. That is the truth that God is actively at work in our lives in and in the lives of those around us, even when we can’t see it empirically. This truth is ultimate reality.
The text for the sermon was taken from Ephesians 6:14.
May 10, 2009 Comments Off
Sermon – Stand Strong
This is the First sermon in the series titled “Strong: Putting on the Full Armor of God”.
Theme – Lot’s of things try to tear us down in life. The apostle Paul tells us it’s the “devil’s schemes” against which we need to stand. And how do we stand? By putting on “the full armor of God.”
The text for the sermon was taken from Ephesians 6:10-20.
May 4, 2009 Comments Off
Sermon – Fully Engaged in My Community
As a follow-up to last Sunday’s discussion of our past, present and future, today we discussed they ways in which we are currently engaged with our community and some of our plans for the future.
Theme – As followers of Jesus, we are called to be fully committed him God. This includes being fully engaged in our community. Why? Because God loves this community, and as God’s people we are sent by God to this place at this time to be the hands and feet of God to the people of Clairemont and San Diego.
The text for the sermon was taken from 2 Chronicles 16:9, Luke 13:34, Luke 19:41, Ephesians 2:10, Matthew 6:34, Colossians 4:5, and Acts 20:24.
As an example of our plans for the future, the Mexico Mission Trip planned for Memorial Day Weekend (May 23-25) was discussed during the service.
We will be joining with Solana Beach Presbyterian in this outreach opportunity to those in need just south of us in Tiajauana. If you are interested in participating in the trip this year please contact the church office via email or by phone (858-490-3995).
April 26, 2009 Comments Off
