Through The Word

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/8iJgybvD-GcQ1 - Why was Daniel so highly esteemed? 1:43Q2 - Is Jesus the angel Michael? Are they the same person? 8:43Q3 - Why do we think Daniel was shown a revelation of Christ here? 15:17Q4 - How do we understand these visions being both in the (current) past and future? 20:17

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/vKJEJ73j3OIQ1 - What does Isaiah 55:6 mean? I thought God is omnipresent? 2:03Q2 - How can God’s word accomplish its purpose when our human free will causesus to fall short of God’s glory? 7:27Q3 - How does the covenant effect the working of God’s Word in our lives? 16:07

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/gpwl0XPteTQQ1 - Should we expect that we will hear answers to prayer immediately like Daniel does here? 2:38Q2 - Should we unpack the 62 7s and 70 7s in terms of possible dates in history? What is meant by a "week?" Does the "Most Holy Place" refer to the actual temple in Jerusalem? 7:58Q3 - If this text can be read seeing either the 1st coming or 2nd coming of Christ, how can we be respectful to another's perspective? 17:22

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/7wzndwEZHI8Q1 - What is the cultural significance of “sackloth and ashes” in verses 1-3? 3:16Q2 - What can we learn about Christian leadership from Daniel and how he approaches God in prayer? 7:46Q3 - Lets discuss Daniel’s covenantal language. Should we call on the new covenantal in our prayers today? 13:24

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/MYiwIdF-cRIQ1 - How do we understand the abuse of God’s people here in light of other texts promising protection and rescue? 2:25Q2 - Is the 2300 evenings and mornings a literal number? 6:20Q2.5 - Do we see this number and anticipate that the temple in Jerusalem will be rebuilt for God’s glory in the future? 9:30Q3 - What do we learn about angelic beings in this story? 12:28Q4 - What does that mean to “seal up the vision”? 15:03

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/zdp94SuQq8IQ1 - Why were they kept from recognizing Jesus? What was God’s purpose in that? 3:11Q2 - How does it help us to see Jesus showing these disciples how everything in scripture is pointing to him? 8:20Q2.5 - How did the Jewish leaders and teachers of the law actually miss that this was Jesus the OT prophesied about? 12:43Q3 - How does v45 impact evangelism? If Jesus must open my friend’s mind in order for him to hear and accept the Scriptures, what is my role in reaching out to my friend? 15:43

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/Ec_o2c0W_QgQ1 - How should we be convictional in our theology if there are different ways that Christians interpret this text? 2:13Q2 - How do we understand these beasts that are described here? 7:17Q2.5 - If we view the Daniel 2 statue kingdoms as historically fulfilled, does this necessarily mean we should view the Daniel 7 beast kingdoms the same way? 12:05Q3 - What is it with the fourth beast? Why is it different or worse than the others? 14:18Q4 - Why was this so terrifying to Daniel when he had also witnessed God’s sovereign power? 20:42

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/f_lPAB0NbHsQ1 - Who is King Darius? 1:11Q2 - Is Daniel 6:10 prescriptive for us or just descriptive of him at the time? 6:12Q3 - Should we expect God to, even today, break the laws of science and nature as He did with the lions in Daniel’s day? 10:41Q4 - Why does Darius have the families of the officials thrown in the lion’s den too? 15:36

Q1a - What are these goldenQ1b - Why did God delay his judgement 1 year? Was this timing contingent on the height of Nebuchadnezzar’s pride? Q2 - How do we balance the fact that we are dust with the glory of being made in His image? Q3 - Was Nebuchadnezzar a true believer? Was he saved in the end?

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/YjxUwtq5xh4Q1 - Should we pay attention to dreams like they did in the past? Does God’s Word give use clues or teach on this? 1:08Q2 - Why did God delay his judgement 1 year? Was this timing contingent on the height of Nebuchadnezzar’s pride? 5:55Q3 - How do we balance the fact that we are dust with the glory of being made in His image? 11:22Q4 - Was Nebuchadnezzar a true believer? Was he saved in the end? 16:15

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/E8FT8ogmI9gQ1 - In Daniel 3:5 what do we learn about the repetition of this 4 times? 2:07Q2 - What does it take for us to orient ourselves as Christians in this way when faced with such opposition? 5:53Q3 - What do we learn about the 3 men together in brotherhood and conviction in the fire and how can it relate to us today? 10:54Q4 - Who is that 4th man in the fire? 13:38Q5 - Is Daniel 2:29 an overreaction for King Nebuchadnezzar, or a true repentance? 18:00

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/yeRo7Ac7Fc4Q1 - What does it mean that “the gods werefar removed and they do not live amonghumans”? How is that a loaded statement? 1:47Q2 - Would Daniel have been just, in allowingthese powerless false teachers to be killed? 5:41Q3 - Discuss Nebuchadnezzar’s Vision.What does this mean eschatologically? 10:00Q4 - Was this an authentic repentance by Nebuchadnezzar? 21:36

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/uId5h1wAmiEQ1 - What is the significance of Nebuchadnezzar moving articles from the Jerusalem temple to the temple of Marduc? 4:38Q2 - How should we let the culture influence in terms of matters of conscience like Daniel? 8:26Q3 - How should we respond to the name change of the four Hebrews to pagan names? 15:12Q4 - Is it right that we “indoctrinate” our own kids in Christianity? 20:50

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/BUOpAdfAdlUQ1 - Are there people we should be careful about inviting over to our home as believers? 1:22Q2 - Who are the “poor, lame, blind” and marginalized people in our day? 7:09Q3 - What does “you will be blessed” mean? And what is the reward we are talking about? 12:11Q4 - Why is it so important that we be hospitable to others at all? How is this like what we see Jesus doing for us? 16:00

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/e0IsTTrWBXkQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Q1 - Jennie, how did you become the Director of Development at Teen Challenge? :56Q2 - Where did Teen Challenge come from? Is for for teens or adults as well? 3:14Q3 - What is a favourite aspect of your role? Can you share a story where the Lord did something great? 6:13Q4 - Is choosing Jesus forced on those who choose to enter Teen Challenge? 9:40Q5 - What is a challenge for you in your role? 11:02Q6 - How would someone know when it’s time for them to get help from a program like Teen Challenge? 12:33

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/KNcGqK9EdRQQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - What does it mean that the LORD appeared, should we expect that today? 2:19Q2 - Abraham’s Hospitality in vv2-5: How did he approach the three men? What should we learn about our own posture of hospitality? 7:18Q3 - How did Emmanuel show this kind of hospitality last month during our Christmas Love initiative? 13:31Q4 - Is this “angel” hospitality assuming care for the unbeliever or the believer? Does the difference matter? 16:02

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/3DdY1gq5L2AQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - What are good forms of worshiphere and what ones are bad? (Isaiah 58:1-5) 1:36Q2 - Is it the church’s responsibility to feedevery hungry person or to give all thehomeless some shelter? 9:41Q3 - Are these promises still for us today?How far do we take these old covenant promises into the new covenant we are in? 15:39Q4 - As lead pastors: What’s your heart for usas a people in how we live this text our today? 19:34

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/7MrQHXsbQGkQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - How do we receive eternal life, is it a gift or something we earn through loving others like what we see in Luke 10? 2:31Q2 - We often think of “pity” as negative. How should we understand the word today in a helpful/biblical context? 10:06Q3 - Discuss the spiritual gifts of mercy, helpsand hospitality and who you see as exampleswith those gifts around you? 17:11

A new season of our podcast begins. This one about Christian hospitality.

In this episode see what The Nicene Creed has to say to us in our current day and age.

In this episode we walk through "The Nicene Creed" itself line by line-- breaking down every bit of intentional wording therein.

Join Pastor Matt Maw has he explores the historical context of how the creed came about, break down what it says, and help us to apply all that it means for us, especially in this Advent season! In this episode we dive into the background and learn about the historical context and prominent players leading up to the Council of Nicaea.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/yxYBH3DqhskQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Why is it such a big deal thatPaul wanted Timothy there with him? 4:01Q2 - What does it mean to forgive people and then move forward together? 6:53Q3 - Why does Paul bring up all theseother people/names at the end of the book? 13:41Q4 - “The Lord stood by my side” in v17.How does this work with our Triune God? 18:32

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/9PHCq6Rm_bMQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Why does Paul reference the presence of God and Jesus in verse 1? 1:55Q2 - How can we know we are living when many myths seem so true? 5:27Q3 - What is the “crown of righteousness” that Paul looks forward to? 13:26

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/jpAjiptsE2gQuestions asked in this episode: Discuss your own calling fromthe Lord and purpose in life.1:02Q1 - Should we really ALL expect to be persecuted? 4:57Q2 - How can Paul declare that the Lord rescued him from all his troubles when he admitted to being persecuted? 9:18Q3 - How are false teachers deceived? Why is it so crucial that we be cautious around false teaching? 13:26

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-November-16th---2-Timothy-31-9-Straight-Talk-on-Terrible-Times-e3b1s48Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - What are the “last days?”Are we in the last days now? 2:05Q2 - What do we think of this list of traits and which tend to trap you? 7:02Q3 - How can always learning but not being transformed be a dangerous practice for believers? 16:20

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-November-9th---2-Timothy-214-26-Hidden-Within-e3ar6nlQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - How can we refrain from “quarrelling about words” while at the same time standing up for the truth? 1:37Q2 - What are ways we can be sure we “correctly handle the truth?” 6:53Q3 - What is Satan’s will? What are his goals? 14:14

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-October-19th---2-Timothy-16-14-The-Christians-Reason-for-Uncommon-Courage-e39o224Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - What does Paul mean by “the gift of God”that is in Timothy through the laying on of hands? How do we fan that flame? 1:27Q2 - Is it wrong or sinful to be afraid, to have a spirit of fear? 6:59Q3 - What does Paul mean that God’s grace was given to us before the beginning of time? 12:40

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-October-12th---Missions-UpdateParable-of-the-Lost-Sheep-e39hnd9Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - What does this teach us about God’s character, specifically His heart and His work? 2:43Q2 - Does Jesus care more for lost people than for those who already believe? 6:50Q3 - Is anyone really righteous? Does anyone not need to repent? 15:00

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-October-5th---2-Timothy-11-5-Passing-Down-the-Torch-e3948vdQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - How can Paul declare that he has a clear conscience, when he used to persecute Christians? 2:04Q2 - Like Lois/Eunice, who taught you the faith in your own life? And how did they disciple or mentor you? 6:31Q3 - Who are the Timothy’s in your life? Who are you discipling? How do you approach this ministry? 10:52

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-September-28th---Matthew-2816-20-Make-Disciples-e38ql24Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - Is it a sin to doubt Jesus? 2:05Great Commission:1. Jesus Commands: Make Disciples 7:312. Jesus Commands: Baptize Them 10:043. Jesus Commands: Teach Them 12:18Q2 - When is the “end of the age?” 14:58

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-September-21st---John-131-17-Loving-Like-Jesus-e38h01bLast Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/Koqfr1dFXSUQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Was Judas culpable for his actions if the devil was the one who prompted him to betray Jesus?Q2 - Why did Jesus wash Judas’ feet?Q3 - Why did Jesus not deal with Judas right there and then?Q4 - What is Jesus actually saying here? Is Jesus “less than” the Father or co-equal?

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-September-14th---John-151-11-The-Fruitful-Life-e3874qfQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Can Christians be cut off from Christ for unfruitfulness? 2:24Q2 - How could Jesus say “apart from me you can do nothing”? 8:45Q3 - Is it up to me to remain in Christ? What happens if I do? 13:47

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-September-7th---Matthew-1128-30-DEVOTION-e37thedLast Sunday's Sermon: https://youtu.be/EWvR8d-RObMQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Who is the “all” that Jesus is speaking to in Matthew 11:28? 1:56Q2 - How is Jesus’ yoke “easy” and“light”? How would being tethered to Him actually help us? 5:19Q3 - How, practically, do we learn from the Lord? 11:42Q4 - How do we see Jesus rightly, as both gentle and humble and yet very strong? 16:42

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-August-31st---Luke-918-27-Where-the-Journey-Begins-e37iecaQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Is there a connection between Jesus’ journey and how we must follow Him? 2:44Q2 - What does Luke 9:26 mean? Should I be fearful of this? 8:39Q3 - Luke 9:27 -- what does it mean? 16:13

Last Sunday's Service at the Barrie Fair: https://youtu.be/X7oq_C_xf54Join us as we REVISIT an episode from earlier this year as we explore what the Bible says to us about meeting together.Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - How do we see the Lord showing up in these “guaranteed places of encounter”with Him? 2:57Q2 - What does it mean to “not neglect the assembly?” 9:32Q3 - How can I “hold fast” to hope when my life seems to be falling apart? 21:47

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-August-17th---James-513-18-Prayer-and-Healing-e373krmQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Could there be another reason for my sickness or lack of healing? 3:11Q2 - Is there something more we can learn from Elijah as it connects to James 5? 11:24Q3 - Why did you skip verses 19-20 in this passage? 15:41Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-August-10th---James-57-12-Never--Never--Never-Give-Up-e36m8dqQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - What does it mean that “the Lord’s coming is near” and “The Judge is standing at the door”? 1:35Q2 - Why does he say “Above All” here in James 5:12? 8:37Q3 - How should Christians deal with “swearing” on the Bible in court for example? 12:26Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-August-3rd---James-51-7-Treasures-in-the-Last-Days-e36cvd2Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - Since “the love of money” is evil, how can a faithful believer ensure that his wealth does not become his god? 1:10Q2 - “the glow of riches is a fire thatburns more than a fire that warms ”Is it ok to enjoy riches? 9:33Q3 - How can James compare financial hardship to “murder”? 12:15Q4 - What hope is there for those who get rich unjustly? Maybe me? 16:38Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-July-27th---James-413-17---Planning-According-to-the-Lords-Will-e363g81Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - How can our everyday plans end up turning into arrogant schemes?Q2 - Why is it different for Christians not to feel a need to “squeeze”everything out of life?Q3 - How can someone start to plan their life according to God’s will?Q4 - How does Ephesians 2:10 fit into living according to God’s plan?Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-July-13th---James-313-18-Wisdom-from-Below-or-Above-e35g40bQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - How do I know if my ambition is godly, or selfish? 1:44Q2 - How can I ensure that the faith I practice is healthy, and not dangerous for me or for others? 8:32Q3 - Which aspect of heavenly wisdom do we personally find most challenging? 13:16Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-July-6th---James-31-12-Faith-that-Works-to-Tame-the-Tongue-e356020Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - How do we see the creation account shaping James’ words? 1:31Q2 - How does understanding God’s purposes in creation prove to be important for wise living? 4:58Q3 - How can we use our words to bless, encourage, or build up others here? 11:59Q4 - How is this teaching approached in youth ministry specifically? 16:10Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-June-29th---James-214-26-The-Journey-of-Faith-e34sg9vQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Why is it important to make the distinction that the “doing” part of our faith is both things we don’t do and things we do do? 1:42Q2 - Why does James focus on two characters from the OT who showed hospitality well? 6:38Q3 - Is James advocating for a “social Gospel”? 10:34Q4 - How is Emmanuel doing in living out what James is calling us to do here? 16:28Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-June-22nd---James-21-13-Where-Favouritism-Should-Never-Be-Found-e34j0p2Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - God doesn’t play favourites yet he sovereignly chooses people for salvation. How do these two truths go together? 1:19Q2 - Why does James compare favouritism to sins like murder and adultery? 6:38Q3 - “Mercy triumphs over judgement” is a strong statement. Is this like Rob Bell’s “Love Wins” book?Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-June-15th---James-119-27-To-Be-Like-Christ-e349b3dQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - How do we discern between righteous anger and human anger (sinful)? 2:39Q2 - What does it mean to be “blessed in all that we do”? Is this the prosperity gospel? 7:19Q3 - What does it mean to “bless God” like what we sing in some songs? 12:34Q4 - If God looks at the heart, and James 1:27 says “God’s priority is our actions” how do we put these things together? 14:20Q5 - How should we be quick to listen and slow to speak when ministering to someone? 17:55Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Weeks Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-June-8th---James-1-1-18-Finding-Joy-in-the-Hard-Stuff-e3428voQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - Do my doubts limit what God can do for me? Can I lose my relationship with God when I doubt? 7:06Q2 - How does temptation and sin go together? Is temptation sin? 11:24Q3 - How does this verse relate to the story of Jesus being tempted in the desert? 14:30Q4 - What does James mean that we might be a “kind of firstfruits” of all God created? 17:02Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-June-1st---Genesis-50-15-21---Forgiveness-e33onhbQuestions asked in this episode: Q1 - How do we compare and contrast the beginning and end of Genesis? 1:09Q2 - What can we learn from Genesis about death itself? 7:41Q3 - How do we know when to act for justice and when to leave it in God’s hands? 15:33Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Last Sunday's Sermon: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/emmanuel-barrie2/episodes/Sunday-May-25th---Genesis-4728-4927---God-is-Not-Done-e33ft66Questions asked in this episode: Q1 - Why did Jacob lean on his “staff” in the NIV and on the “head of his bed” in the ESV? 2:16Q2 - Why did Joseph not receive his own birthright from Jacob? 6:17Q3 - Who is the “Angel” mentioned in Genesis 48:16? 9:42Q4 - How should we understand Jacob’s “blessings” in Genesis 49? 13:09Through The Word is a podcast series where we look to dive deeper into our current sermon series. Each episode we'll ask a number of questions that come out of the text we're studying. We hope you enjoy and find this additional resource helpful.

Pastor Matt Maw gives us hope in death as we come to the end of Jacob's life.