BLOCAST

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri discuss:

• what it looks like to worship God with your life
• the crucial step most people miss when they try to change their actions
• why forgetting to do this one thing may have you spiraling

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Sermon Notes:
Trusting in God's power rather than our own willpower.
Addressing our faults
A new way of thinking
Doing good rather than what feels good
Connecting with people who help rather than hinder us
Focusing on progress rather than perfection

Scripture References:
Romans 8:1-2
Romans 12:1-2
Jeremiah 13:23
Proverbs 20:27
Philippians 4:8
Ephesians 4:25-27
Proverbs 27:17
Philippians 1:6

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri discuss:

• expectation v reality of life as a Christian
• The Lord's redemption
• alllll things fasting (who, what, when, where, why)

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Sermon Notes:
The struggle is real because you're Spirit-filled.
Our sinful nature evolves with our bad choices.
Our sinful nature is dealt with in Spirit-filled community, the Word, fasting, and JESUS!

Scripture References:
Romans 7:15-17, 21, 23-25
Galatians 5:16-17, 19-21
2 Peter 1:3-4

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri discuss:

• the one thing that is a catalyst for your spiritual growth
• what it takes to become more Spirit-led
• the kind of people you need to make sound Biblical decisions

What’s happening at The BLOC this week:

• Week 2 of our NEW series is Sunday, September 17th
• Week 2 of our NEW Bible Study is Wednesday, September 20th at 6:30 pm where you will learn how to read AND understand the Bible for yourself

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Sermon Notes:

Your decisions determine your destiny.
Who you are proceeds what you do.

3 types of people:
The natural person (those who live like the world and are spiritually dead)
The carnal person (Christians who have the Holy Spirit, but who are still living like a natural person)
The Spirit-filled person (changed by the Spirit, guided by the Spirit, and empowered by the Spirit)

Scripture References:

Deuteronomy 30:15, 19
1 Corinthians 2:12-14
1 Corinthians 3:1-3
Isaiah 30:20-21

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Pastor Aly discuss:

• the Spirit leading Jesus to the wilderness to be tempted
• how Jesus being tempted in the wilderness relates to the temptation Adam and Eve faced in the Garden
• the importance of fighting temptation with knowing God’s Word, not just reading it

What’s happening at The BLOC this week:

• NEW series starting Sunday, September 10th
• NEW Bible Study starts Wednesday, September 13th at 6:30 pm teaching you how to read the Bible

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Sermon Notes:

• The Enemy's Tactic: A test of identity and true commitment to God.
• The Enemy's Tactic: To abuse God's power and test Him.
• The Enemy's Tactic: The enemy's ultimate goal is to attempt to separate you from the Lord.

Scripture References:

• Matthew 4:1-11
• Deuteronomy 6:16

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Pastor Aly discuss:

• how Jesus is our perfect intercessor
• how to avoid spiraling after you sin
• how to discern God’s voice v. the enemy’s voice

What’s happening at The BLOC this week:

• Tulane International Student Lunch Saturday September 2nd at 12:30 (meet at the church)
• Aly preaches Sunday September 3rd at The BLOC🥳

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Sermon Notes:

• Since God wants to use you, Satan wants to disqualify you!
• Jesus is praying for you!
• Condemnation is an invitation to quit.
• Conviction is an invitation to experience grace.

Scripture References:

• Luke 22:31-34
• James 5:16
• Romans 8:34
• 2 Corinthians 12:7-9
• Hebrews 4:15-16