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Joy Starts Now

by Future City Church

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  1. I Thessalonians 2:9-13 "Working to keep the gospel free"

    Paul was a tentmaker. He worked a side gig to keep the church free of financial obligations. Even though he could have demanded payment, he didn't. Sounds like Someone else he knew! Jesus laid down His rights to make His free gift of grace available for all.

  2. I Thessalonians 2:1-8 "Following the Leader"

    Jesus shows us the meaning of leadership, not as a platform to be elevated but the opportunity to lift others up. Paul and his partners learned from the Best. So can we.

  3. I Thessalonians 1:8-10 "The gift of repentance"

    We all have a lord we serve. By God's grace we can serve the true Lord Who came to serve us His gospel. This starts with repentance: turning from lesser things to the Living God.

  4. I Thessalonians 1:1-7 "Signs of grace in the church"

    Paul was very happy with this church in Thessalonica. Why? They showed signs that grace was at work in them!

  5. "Christ, the true and happy Lord: An introduction to I Thessalonians"

    I Thessalonians is a terrific book full of encouragements, warnings and hope, Turning to Jesus is the best thing anyone can do! This church is founded on repentance: Turning from false idols to the true God.

  6. Acts 2:42-47 "Lessons from the first church"

    What did the first church look like? It was full of devotion to God and each other.

  7. Hebrews 11:8-10 "Faith is a journey"

    Hebrews 11 teaches that faith is both a gift to be received and a muscle to be used.

  8. Hebrews 10:32-39 "Running the race with courage"

    Courage is not the absence of fear. It is the choice to trust and obey God in spite of fear.

  9. Mark 2 "Jesus and the paralytic" (Matthew Stiles speaking)

    Enjoy this message from one of youth leaders, Matthew Stiles! Jesus can be trusted for at least 3 reasons: He forgives our sins. He gives us an identity. And He transforms us.

  10. Hebrews 12:1-2 "Running the race with joy"

    What is the fuel we need to follow Jesus? Joy. Jesus was energized in His mission by the joy set before Him. So are we.

  11. I Peter 5:12-14 "Peter's farewell"

    Goodbyes matter! Peter wraps up his letter with a simple reminder: Stand in the grace of God!

  12. I Peter 5:6-11 "How to be humble"

    Humility is a choice! Thankfully, we can grow in the ability to be humble. And it begins by understanding the power and grace of God. (This sermon audio got cut short! Sorry!)

  13. I Peter 5:1-5 "Leaders and the Great Leader"

    Leaders create culture! Good leaders work toward fostering a joy filled culture where Christ is deeply loved and happily obeyed.

  14. I Peter 4:12-19 "Growing through suffering"

    It is one thing to go through suffering but is it possible to grow through suffering? Yes! Trials are meant to both test and strengthen our faith.

  15. I Peter 4:7-11 "Life at the end of the world"

    All the years after Jesus' resurrection are called the "end times." But how does that shape the way we live right now? Peter tells us to stay focused on what matters: loving God and loving people.

  16. I Peter 4:1-6 "Jesus, our Guide through suffering"

    Can anything good come from suffering? Yes! Jesus proved it at the cross. Our suffering is not a the way to salvation but it is an opportunity to know and trust Jesus more deeply.

  17. I Peter 3:18-22 "Jesus suffered for us"

    Jesus shows us the way forward through suffering. Even when the question of "why" was left unanswered, Jesus still did the "what" of obedience. By His wounds, we are healed.

  18. I Peter 3:12-17 "Suffering for doing good"

    Suffering is unavoidable. So what do we do when it comes into our life. This message explores the meaning of suffering and how to navigate it with wisdom and faith in God.

  19. I Peter 3:8-12 "Community and the good life"

    How do we live like an oak tree and not a tumbleweed? By staying connected to Jesus and His church.

  20. I Peter 3:1-7 "Husbands, wives and paradise"

    Only God knows the real meaning of marriage. Thankfully He has explained it to us! This message explores the unique roles in marriage all meant to reflect Jesus' relationship with His bride, the church.

  21. I Peter 2:18-25 "Mindfull of God"

    What do you when facing injustice? Look to Jesus.

  22. Romans 6:3-4 "Baptism: it's wonder and joy"

    Baptism is a gift Jesus gives to His followers! This message explores the views on baptism and encourages disciples of Jesus to take this important step of obedience.

  23. I Peter 2:11-17 "The Fight"

    The Christian life is a fight! But it's not a fight so that we win, It's a fight to trust that Jesus has already won. This victory in the heart shows itself through how we live as citizens, neighbors and friends.

  24. John 21:1-14 "The King returns"

    Jesus did many amazing things in His ministry! Dying and rising from the dead may top the list, But in addition to His other miracles, John captures the story of Jesus the Cook, preparing a fish breakfast for His disciples. Be fed, served and found by King Jesus!

  25. John 11:1-44 "The King raises the dead"

    Jesus displays his goodness in many ways. In this story, Jesus the King raises Lazarus from the dead. Wow! Through faith in Him, we can be raised to new and everlasting life.

  26. John 3:1-14 "Jesus the King, Who saves"

    Nicodemus came to Jesus looking for a teacher. He found so much more! Jesus helped him see the one thing he really needed: a rebirth.

  27. I Peter 2:1-3 "Growing up"

    When you're born again, spiritual growth never stops! This message encourages you to put away things that keep you stunted and joyless.

  28. I Peter 1:17-25 "A Ransomed Life"

    Can people change? Not without first being changed by the grace of God.

  29. Acts 16 "Who can we help?"

    Acts 16 introduces 3 types of people who all need Jesus. The seeking, the stuck and the safe.

  30. I Peter 1:9-18 "What now?"

    How do you get power to change? By receiving grace. This message explores the theme of identity that leads to transformation.

  31. John 1 "Jesus beyond the manger"

    Jesus' life extends way back before the manger scene! John wants to help us know the eternal Son Jesus, the Word made flesh. And to trust Him as our Lord.

  32. Matthew 1:18-24 "Jesus and His Names"

    Jesus was given some amazing names at birth! And He lived up to each one of them!

  33. Matthew 2 "Jesus, the born King"

    There are 2 ways to respond to Jesus' birth. You can revolt from it or you can receive it. King Herod is threatened by the coming of the Real King. The Magi are thrilled that the true King had come,

  34. Luke 2 "Jesus came for good people"

    Meet 2 often overlooked characters in the Christmas story! Simeon and Anna were faithful people looking for the Messiah. And they found Him! Or better said Jesus found and rewarded them.

  35. I Corinthians 15 "Death is swallowed up"

    Heaven is an amazing place but how do we get there? We need to be changed physically and spiritually. This message is a wrap of a series on future resurrection.

  36. I Corinthians 15 "The sown are raised"

    Is there hope in death? Just ask a seed! For believers in Jesus, death is not the end but the beginning.

  37. I Corinthians 15 "Our future with Jesus"

    Death is called the last enemy. Is it not a necessary part of life but is actually opposed to it! This message explores how Jesus sets people on a new course from death to life.

  38. I Corinthians 14 "Order and unity in the church"

    The church, like a body, needs order to work properly. This message explores how unity and diversity come together to form a healthy church community.

  39. I Corinthians 12 "Your place in a local church"

    You have an important part to play in Jesus' church! What might that be? This message explores the theme of church as a body working together.

  40. Basecamp: A vision for making disciples

    This message explores our vision for discipling youth at Future City.

  41. I Corinthians 10 "A renewed vision of Jesus"

    Jesus offers us a better way to worship by being THE ONE to worship.

  42. I Corinthians 10 "The good warnings of God"

    God is a Father willing to have tough conversations! His warnings are always out of love.

  43. I Corinthians 9 "Free to serve"

    Serving takes great freedom! Jesus used His freedom to serve and so can we.

  44. I Corinthians 9:1-18 "Surrendering your rights"

    Jesus laid down his rights at the cross! And invites His followers to give up their rights in service of love.

  45. I Corinthians 7:25-40 "Jesus is enough"

    It might be easy to say but it can be difficult to believe: Jesus is enough. This message explores the theme of contentment in any situation you are in.

  46. Hebrews 11 "Faith and bridges"

    Faith is like a muscle. It gets stronger with use! And weakens through neglect. God calls His people to strengthen their faith through daily obedience,

  47. Philippians "Baptism and the Eunuch"

    Baptism is a gift! This message explores the when and why of baptism.

  48. I Corinthians 7:17-24 "Live where you are"

    We all get stressed out! But why? One big reason is the gnawing sense that we are always in the wrong place and that things should be better than they are. God's Word gives an amazing corrective.:God has you where He wants you.

  49. I Corinthians 7:6-16 "Singleness and Marriage"

    Is it okay to be single? Yes! Is it okay to marry? Yes! This message is meant to encourage singles and couples to pursue Jesus first no matter what their relationship status is.

  50. I Corinthians 7:1-5 "God's plan for marriage"

    God created all things! Including marriage. These verses explore God's plan for how a married couple pursues intimacy with one another.

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