“Do Something!”

“Series: Where Courage Meets Reality”

Pastor Garret Shon

1 Samuel 14:1-23

December 4-6, 2009

1. Divine Inspiration vs. Human Foolishness (v. 1-5)
2. Doing God’s Work, God’s Way (v. 6-10)
3. No Turning Back (v. 11-14)
4. Obedience Leads To Victory (v. 15-23)

Questions to Help You Grow:

Head    - What is God saying through His message and/or scripture?

Heart    - How does that connect with my heart and life, for me personally?

Hands  - What does God want me to do about it through practical “hands-on” application in my life?

“Larger Than Life”

“Series: Where Courage Meets Reality”

Pastor Garret Shon

1 Chronicles 4:9-10

November 27-29, 2009

1.      Humble Beginnings

• 1 Samuel 16:7-13 - God uses the “overlooked” to become His overachievers
• Matthew 25:14-29 - Be faithful with little & God will entrust you with more….Start now!
• Zechariah 4:9-10 - Do not be discouraged with starting small

2.      Invitation & Cooperation

• Luke 11:9-13 - Ask, seek & knock, then be ready to obey and say “Yes, Lord!”
• Zechariah 4:6-7 - Only through the power of His Holy Spirit
• John 3:30-31 - Less of us, more of Him

3.      Living Large

• Matthew 14:22-33 - No risk, no growth….Large risk, large growth
• John 14:12-14 - Called to do greater works

4.      What’s “Left Behind” Matters

• Deuteronomy 4:7-10 - Live a life of obedience/risk for Christ as an example for our kids/grandkids to carry on
• 2 Timothy 4:1-8 - Use all of your “matches” in this life, without saving anything for later

“In God We Trust?”

“Series: Where Courage Meets Reality”

Pastor Garret Shon

Nehemiah 2

October 30-November 1, 2009

1. Trusting God’s Sovereign Plan & Timing (v. 1-6)

2. Building Trust Through Favor (v. 7 - 10)

3. Building Trust Through Connection (v. 11 - 18)

4. Building Trust Through Transparency & Vulnerability (v. 19 - 20)

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“Uncompromising & Relentless”

“Series: Where Courage Meets Reality”

Pastor Garret Shon

Nehemiah 4, 6

November 6-8, 2009

1.      Unwavering Truth vs. Overwhelming Reality (Nehemiah 4:1 - 12)

1. The sin & trap of unbelief (Romans 4:20-21)
2. Faith strengthened by wisdom & practice (James 1:5-6)

2.      Single-Minded Devotion & Dedication (Nehemiah 4:13 - 23)

1. The power of humility & unity (Philippians 2:2-3)
2. Everything must begin & be directed through prayer (Philippians 4:6-7)

3.      “To Be or Not To Be” - Courage or Discourage (Nehemiah 6:1 - 9)

1. The melding of the heart through hope & courage (Psalm 31:24)
2. “All In” commitment & connection with others (Isaiah 41:6)
3. Courage brings strength to your hands (Zephaniah 3:16)

4.      Finishing Well (Nehemiah 6:10 - 19)

1. Giving up or giving in is never an option (2 Timothy 4:7)
2. Endurance & focus brings victory (Hebrews 12:1-2)
3. We are called & destined to rebuild lives & restore hope (Isaiah 51:10-12)

Questions to Help You Grow:

Head   - What is God saying through His message and/or scripture?

Heart   - How does that connect with my heart and life for me personally?

Hands  - What does God want me to do about it through practical “hands-on” application?

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“The 3D Power of Adversity”

“Series: Where Courage Meets Reality”

Pastor Garret Shon

Haggai 2:1-9

November 13-15, 2009

1.      Disinterest (v. 1-3) - Complacency, Lack of Purpose, Passion & Vision Stops God’s Work

A.     Remain Diligent - Deuteronomy 5:31-33

B.     Be Steadfast - 2 Peter 3:17-18

2.      Discouragement (v. 4-7) - What The Devil Meant For Destruction, God Wants To Use For His Glory

A.     His Strength Is Perfected In Our Weakness - 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

B.     God’s Hope Anchors Our Soul - Hebrews 6:18-20

3.      Dissatisfaction (v. 8-9) - Stop Comparing & Complaining, Refocus Our Eyes Upon Him

A.     Our Treasure Should Be Focused on Heavenly Things - Matthew 6:19-20

B.     Don’t Be Anxious, Let God’s Peace Guard Our Hearts & Minds - Philippians 4:6-8

C.     Be Content, For God Is Always With Us - “Fear” Him, Not Man - Hebrews 13:5-6

Questions to Help You Grow:

Head    - What is God saying through His message and/or scripture?

Heart    - How does that connect with my heart and life, for me personally?

Hands  - What does God want me to do about it through practical “hands-on” application in my life?

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A Solid Foundation

2. Repentance, Fasting & Prayer (v. 4 - 9)

3. Courage (v. 10 - 11)

Questions to Help You Grow:

Head - What is God saying through His message and/or scripture?

Heart - How does that connect with my heart and life for me personally?

Hands - What does God want me to do about it through practical “hands-on” application?