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"Forgotten Prophets" - Zechariah - Tim Richards [AUDIO]

Pastor Tim Richards continues the series "Forgotten Prophets," looking at Zechariah.  
SERMON QUESTIONS:
Try comparing Zechariah, chapters 1-8 to Haggai. How many connections can you find between the two?
Zechariah has a series of visions. Some of the imagery can be hard to understand but take a look at the vision in Zechariah 2:1-13. What does it mean? How would this have been encouraging to conquered people who were trying to rebuild their ruined city?
Zechariah is quoted numerous times in the New Testament. Read Zechariah 9:9. What New Testament event is seen as a fulfillment of this? What is the significance of King entering a city on a donkey instead of a war horse (a good study Bible or commentary may give some added insight)? What does this tell you about Jesus?
In Zechariah 4:8-10 the people are told that those who despised the day of small things will one day rejoice to see the plumb line in the hand of Zerubbabel. What does that mean (again a good study Bible or commentary may help)? Thinking about your own life, are there any small things that may seem discouraging now that you recognize God may be using for something greater in the future?

"Forgotten Prophets" - Haggai - Tim Richards [AUDIO]

This Sunday, Pastor Tim Richards will continue the series "Forgotten Prophets," looking at Haggai.  SERMON QUESTIONS
1. Have you ever had a project that hit problems, got delayed, then procrastinated on and eventually forgotten? What was it? Did you ever get it finished?
2. To understand Haggai’s prophetic challenge, you need to understand what had happened prior to his time. Read Ezra 3:8-4:5. In your own words, how would you describe the challenges encountered in rebuilding the temple?
3. What is the Lord’s criticism of the people (Haggai 1:2-6)? What is his promise if they will resume rebuilding the temple (Haggai 1:12-13)?
4. Have there been or are there currently things in your own life where you have felt God stirring you up and calling you to action? What are they? How have you responded?

"Forgotten Prophets" - Zephaniah - Tim Richards [AUDIO]

Pastor Tim Richards continues the series "Forgotten Prophets" looking at Zephaniah.  SERMON QUESTIONS 1. Zephaniah ministered during the reign of King Josiah. Read 2 Kings 22:8-13. What does this tell you about the spiritual environment of Israel in the days of Zephaniah?
2. Read Zephaniah 1:4-5. What more does this tell you about the spiritual condition of Isreal in the days of Zephaniah? Can you think of any situations in our current time that might be similar?
3. Compare Zephaniah 2:3 and Micah 6:8. What common themes are there? Thinking of your own life, what does it look like for you to be this kind of person? Where do you find it challenging?
4. Read Zephaniah 1:17. What insights does this give you into the character of God and his relationship to us? Is it surprising to find a verse like this in a book that is full of warnings about God’s judgment?

"Forgotten Prophets" - Habakkuk - Tim Richards [AUDIO]

Pastor Tim Richards continues the series "Forgotten Prophets," looking at Habakkuk.
 
SERMON QUESTIONS
1. If you’ve spent any time around kids, you’ve probably heard some funny “why” questions. Which ones do you recall (or any other really hard to answer questions you’ve heard kids pose).
2. Habakkuk finds himself in a dialog with God. It begins with Habakkuk asking God some hard questions (Habakkuk 1:1-4). How would sum up his questions in your own words? Do any of those resonate with you? If so, which ones and why?
3. God’s answer is not the one Habakkuk wants to hear. He says he is going to use a fierce & godless enemy to punish his people. What is Habakkuk’s response (Habakkuk 2:1). Take a look at King David’s words in Psalm 37:7-9. What connections can you make between Habakkuk & David’s responses?
4. Read James 1:3-4. In what ways does waiting & steadfastness bring about a perfecting & completion in a believer’s life? Is there a trial in your life right now that is demanding steadfastness? Someplace where you are waiting on God? Share with your group and pray together.
 
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"Forgotten Prophets" - Nahum - Tim Richards [AUDIO]

This Sunday, Pastor Tim Richards continues the series "Forgotten Prophets," looking at Nahum.  SERMON QUESTIONS 1. Both Jonah and Nahum are prophetic words directed to Ninevah. What can you find in common between them?
2. What differences do you find between Jonah & Nahum?
3. What encouragement for God’s people is there within the prophetic words of Nahum?
4. What encouragement can you draw from Nahum’s message?
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"Forgotten Prophets" - Micah - Tim Richards [AUDIO]

Pastor Tim Richards continues his series "Forgotten Prophets," looking at Micah.  SERMON QUESTIONS
1. Micah’s prophecy is one of coming judgment because of the evils that have taken root in the social fabric of Israel. Take a look at the following passages and come up with a list of the evils Micah specifies (Micah 1:1-2, 8-9; Micah 3:9-11; Micah 6:10-12)
2. Read Micah 5:2-5. Why is this prophecy so important? Can you find where Micah’s prophecy is quoted in the New Testament? What aspects of this prophecy stand out to you and why?
3. Read Micah 6:6-8. What is the difference between what the people thought God wanted from them versus what he really wanted? If Micah were speaking to us today, how might he word it differently for our context?
4. Thinking about the three things God says he desires in Micah 6:8, what are some specific areas of your life where you have been challenged to apply those?
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"Forgotten Prophets" - Jonah - Tim Richards [AUDIO]

Pastor Tim Richards continues the series, "Forgotten Prophets" looking at Jonah.
 
SERMON QUESTIONS
1. The prophet Jonah is famous for his encounter with a whale. That was only necessary because Jonah was trying to run away from what God wanted him to do. Have you ever tried to run away from something you knew God wanted you to do? If so, what was it that turned you around?
2. Jonah wanted nothing to do with the pagan, violent people of Ninevah. If Jonah were living today, who do you think he might want nothing to do with?
3. The story of Jonah ends with an object lesson involving a dead plant (Jonah 4:6-11). What was God trying to teach Jonah? Why do you think the story ends on God’s question but no answer from Jonah?
4. Jesus referred to himself as a type of Jonah (Matthew 12:38-41) but said he was a greater Jonah. How does Jesus compare to Jonah and in what way(s) is he a greater Jonah? #Sermon #sundaymorning #WorshipService #worship #prophets

"Unforgiveness" - A Special Message From Global Ministries [AUDIO]

"REST" part 2 - A Message on Mark 2:23-3:6 - Josh Deshazer [AUDIO]

Our Family Ministries Pastor, Josh Deshazer, brings a message on Rest, from Mark 2:23-3:6.
SERMON QUESTIONS:
1. When you think of Sabbath, what comes to mind?
2. Read Mark 2:23-3:6. What does Jesus say about the Sabbath? How does that influence our understanding of the Sabbath?
3. If you could take inventory of your pace of life, is it conducive to loving God and loving others? How might knowing that we have found rest in Jesus impact the way we schedule or plan our lives?
4. What could it look like to trust God more with our time? What would that look like in your life? How might a practice of rest, like Sabbath a day of rest, support that?
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""The Good, The Bad and The Evil" - Guest Speaker Dan Stephenson [AUDIO]

Guest speaker Dan Stephenson looks at Philippians 3:8-10 in a sermon called "The Good, The Bad and The Evil".
SERMON QUESTIONS
1. Has anyone ever said to you something similar to what Haley said (“I can’t believe in a God who would allow this to happen to me”)? Have you ever questioned God during a time of hardship? Share how you worked through it, and how it affected you.
2. Take a look at two or three of the following verses that talk about “good” in the world: Gen. 1:31; 1 Tim. 5:10; Matt. 5:15-16; Eph. 2:10; Heb. 10:24; 1 Pet. 2:12; Jas. 1:17. What makes a thing, thought, or action “good”? 3. The Bible gives us some examples of God using evil to accomplish something good – the trafficking of Joseph and the crucifixion of Jesus. Have you seen this phenomenon in your own life? Share an example.
4. Explain how suffering can bond you to God. In a time of suffering, how can you turn toward God instead of away?
5. Think of someone in your life who is suffering right now. Is there anything in your past experience that you can share with that person to help him or her turn toward God?