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Harvest Bible Chapel Pittsburgh North episodes

  • To the Faithful Church: Keep Holding On!
    Intro / Review:
    Progress Report: Philadelphia. (Rev 3:7-13):
    1. The COMMENDATION: Your Faithfulness brings security. (Rev 3:8-10)
      RAPTURE 101

      What is the Rapture? - The rapture is the future event when Jesus Christ descends from heaven to gather his people, those who died and those living, to be caught up together to meet the Lord in the air, to receive their glorified bodies and be kept from the 7 year Tribulation on the earth.

      3 New Testament passages teach the Rapture:

      John 14:1-4, 1 Cor 15:51-54, 1 Thes 4:13-5:11

      • The Rapture is NOT the "Second Coming".
      • When is the Rapture?
      • Why I Believe in a Pre-Tribulation Rapture:
        1. It's the most Straightfoward understanding of the biblical language.

          2. 1 Thes 5:9 - For God has not destined us for wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ...

        2. We never see the Church in the tribulation in Revelation!
        3. Many of the common arguments against pre-trib rapture don't have Substance.
          1. The COMMAND. Hold on Securely. (Rev 3:11)
          2. The CALL. Security is for Eternity ! (Rev 3:12-13)

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            Small Group Discussion
            Read Revelation 3:7-13

            GROUP

            1. What is the Rapture? What reasons were given in the message for a “Pre-Tribulation” Rapture?

            2. How is the Rapture different from the Second Coming? Compare 1 Thes 4:16-17 and Rev 19:14.

            3. How are trials and hardships good for your faith? Be specific!?

            BREAKOUT

            Pray for one another!

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          3. To The Dead Church: Wake Up
            Intro / Review:
            Progress Report: Sardis (Rev 3:1-6):
            1. The CRITICISM. Wake up! Because you're Dying, not thriving. (Rev 3:1-2)
              1. Live in the past
              2. Come to get not give
              3. Compromise on doctrine
              4. Ignore doctrine completely
              5. Have no accountability or challenge to grow
                1. The COMMAND. Stay woke! Because the Lord is Coming. (Rev 3:3)
                2. The CALL. Walke in white! Because you Belong to Christ! (Rev 3:4-6)

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                  Small Group Discussion
                  Read Revelation 3:1-6

                  GROUP

                  1. Have you ever attended / visited a “dead” church? What made you think it was dead? Describe it (no names, please!).

                  2. What did Jesus mean by “incomplete works” (Rev 3:2)? How do you evaluate works that are “complete”?

                  3. Specifically: how can a few believers in a dead church help wake the rest up (Rev 3:2-3)?

                  BREAKOUT

                  Pray for one another!

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                3. To The Tolerant Church: Repent
                  Intro / Review:
                  Progress Report: Thyatira (Rev 2:18-29):
                  1. The COMMENDATION. You're Growing! (Rev 2:19)
                  2. The CRITICISM. You Tolerate Jezebel! (Rev 2:14-15)

                    How to spot a Jezebel

                    1. Watch out for someone that says, God ToldMe..."(Rev 2:20)
                        1. Watch out for the person who is starting a Curch within the church. (Rev 2:20)
                        2. Watch out for the person who refuses to Repent. (Rev 2:21)
                        3. The COMMAND. Hold fast! (Rev 2:24-25)
                        4. The CALL. You will Rule with Jesus! (Rev 2:26-29)

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                          Small Group Discussion
                          Read Revelation 2:18-29

                          GROUP

                          1. What are the signs the church is maturing (Rev 2:19)? How would you evaluate HBCPN?

                          2. Review the “red flags” of a Jezebel. Have you ever encountered a Jezebel at a church? How was it handled?

                          3. Explain the difference between REGRET, REMORSE, and REPENTANCE. Why are REGRET and REMORSE not the same as Biblical REPENTANCE?

                          BREAKOUT

                          His is a safe place to discuss struggle with sexual sin. What steps have you taken to avoid sexual sin? Do you need to repent of anything (inappropriate relationship, pornography) NOW?

                          Pray for one another to “hold fast” (Rev 2:25).

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                        5. To the Compromising Church: Use Discernment!
                          Intro / Review:
                          Progress Report: Pergamum (Rev 2:12-17):
                          1. The COMMENDATION. Holding Jesus' Name (Rev 2:13)
                          2. The CRITICISM. (Some) Holding false Teaching (Rev 2:14-15)
                          3. The CORRECTION. Repent (Rev 2:16)
                          4. The CALL. A new Name ! (Rev 2:17)

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                            Small Group Discussion

                            Read Revelation 2:12-17

                            1. What is the strangest thing you have heard taught at a church? (Pastor Jeff took a Facebook poll, if you have access to that and want to discuss!)

                            2. What are some ways idolatry creeps into the church?

                            3. Specifically - what steps should you take if you hear false teaching at Harvest Bible Chapel?

                            BREAKOUT

                            Pray for discernment for HBC always. Pray we stand strong against any false teaching that is held by people in the church.

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                          5. The Persecuted Church: Do Not Fear
                            Intro / Review:

                            "To [church], from Christ (using descriptive phrases from Chapter 1): I know what's going on there. Here is what you are doing well, here is where you need to repent, I am Coming Soon, do this. Heed the Word of the Lord and receive this promise from the Lord!"

                            The Progress Report:
                            1. The Commendation and Command (Rev 2:9-10)
                              2. 3 Statements to Remind Yourself When You Are Suffering:
                              1. God is allowing this for a Reason
                              2. God is in control of every Detail
                              3. It's going to be Worth It
                                1. The Criticism
                                2. The Correction
                                3. The Call (Rev 2:11)

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                                  Small Group Discussion

                                  Read Revelation 2:8-11

                                  GROUP

                                  1. What do you personally believe about faith and money (Rev 2:9)? Does “victory in Jesus” mean being rich? How can wrong teaching about money and faith bring harm to the church?

                                  2. Tell of a time you have been comforted knowing that “Jesus knows” what you are going through.

                                  3. How would you answer someone who asks you: “How do you trust God when a trial doesn’t seem to be ending?”

                                  BREAKOUT

                                  Pray for the future of HBC, to stand strong when persecution comes.

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                                4. The Loveless Church: Remember
                                  Intro / Review:

                                  "To [church], from Christ (using descriptive phrases from Chapter 1): I know what's going on there. Here is what you are doing well, here is where you need to repent, I am Coming Soon, do this. Heed the Word of the Lord and receive this promise from the Lord!"

                                  The Progress Report:
                                  1. The Commendation (Rev 2:2-3,6)
                                    1. Hard Working
                                    2. Persevering
                                    3. Discerning
                                      1. The Criticism (Rev 2:4)

                                        2. Abandoning the love they had at first

                                      2. The Correction (Rev 2:5)
                                        1. Remember
                                        2. Repent
                                        3. Return
                                        4. The Call (Rev 2:7)

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                                          Small Group Discussion

                                          Read Revelation 2:1-7

                                          GROUP

                                          1. What was the Ephesian church commended for? How is HBC doing in these areas? How could we do better?

                                          2. How do you know when a church has abandoned “the love it had at first” (v4)? What are the signs? What signs would you look for to make sure HBC hasn’t drifted from being motivated by sincere love?

                                          3. When you drift from “the love you had at first” (v4), how do you get back to it? How can an entire church get back to it if the church at large has drifted from “the love it had at first”?

                                          Bonus: The Ephesian church was commended for enduring with good works (v2-3). Yet Jesus said she had to get back to “doing the works she did at first” (v5). What needs to change? In other words, if the church was already doing good works, how can Jesus call the church to getting back to good works?

                                          BREAKOUT

                                          Pray for one another, your SG, and HBC - that we are always motivated to sincerely love Jesus, each other, and the lost.

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                                        5. The Glory of Christ
                                          Intro / Review:

                                          who, what, where, when, why, and how

                                          who, where, why, how, when, what

                                          (Rev 1:9)

                                          • Who:
                                          • Where:
                                          • Why:

                                            • (Rev 1:10-11)

                                            • How:
                                            • When:
                                            • What:
                                              • The Glory of Christ (Revelation 1:9-20):
                                              1. Christ is Present in His Church (Rev 1:12-13a)
                                              2. Christ is Priest of His Church (Rev 1:13b)
                                              3. Christ is Powerful in His Church (Rev 1:14-16)
                                              4. Christ is Protector in His Church (Rev 1:16-20)

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                                                Small Group Discussion

                                                Read Revelation 1:9-20

                                                1. Jesus is in the midst of His church (Rev 1:13). What does this say about His attitude of the church? What should this say about your attitude of the church?

                                                2. What does it mean that the church is in Jesus’ right hand (Rev 1:16)? How does this comfort you?

                                                3. Explain how Rev 1:19 serves as the outline for the whole book of Revelation.

                                                4. Why do you think Revelation starts with Jesus personally appearing to John? What’s the significance?

                                                5. (Bonus Question!) What exactly is meant by the “angels of the churches” (Rev 1:20)? Who do you (personally) think this refers to, an actual angel or the pastor? Does this ultimately make a difference in understanding Revelation? Why or why not?

                                                BREAKOUT

                                                Pray for HBC Pittsburgh North to be in awe of Jesus Christ, trusting His power and for the direction of the church.

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                                              5. The Preview
                                                Interpreting Revelation
                                                1. Preterist approach
                                                2. Historicist approach
                                                3. Idealist approach
                                                4. Futurist approach

                                                  5. Introduction:

                                                  1. The Premise. (Revelation 1:1-2)
                                                  2. The Promise. (Revelation 1:3)
                                                  3. The Person. (Revelation 1:4-6)
                                                  4. The Preview. (Revelation 1:7-8)

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                                                    Small Group Discussion

                                                    Read Revelation 1:1-8

                                                    1. Why do you think many people avoid Revelation (reading it, studying it)? How does Rev 1:3 speak to that?

                                                    2. The Bible is clear we are saved by grace, not works (e.g., Ephesians 2:8-10). So what place does “keep(ing) what is written” have in the life of a Christ follower

                                                    3. Why do you think John starts this writing as he has? Why do you think he gave a recap of the ministry of Jesus (Rev 1:5-6)?

                                                    BREAKOUT

                                                    Pray for the Holy Spirit to be our teacher through Revelation this year!

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                                                  5. Paul: Zeal.
                                                    Introduction / Review:

                                                    zeal

                                                    Def: great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective.

                                                    Romans 12:11 - Do not be slothful in zeal...

                                                    Romans 9:1-3 – I am speaking the truth in Christ—I am not lying; my conscience bears me witness in the Holy Spirit—that I have great sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart. For I could wish that I myself were accursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, my kinsmen according to the flesh.

                                                    Exodus 32:32 - But now, if you will forgive their sin—but if not, please blot me out of your book that you have written.

                                                    Why I Am Fired Up to Share Christ (2 Cor 5:14-21):

                                                    1. I am Controlled by Jesus' love. (2 Cor 5:14-15)
                                                    2. I see people as Spiritual beings. (2 Cor 5:16-17)
                                                    3. I Represent God to people! (2 Cor 5:18-20)
                                                    4. I have a Life-Changing message! (2 Cor 5:21)

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                                                      Small Group Discussion
                                                      Read 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

                                                      1 - On a scale of 1-10, rate your zeal for Christ (1 = no zeal, 10 = on fire sharing Christ with everyone). How can you score a higher rating?

                                                      2 - How do you recognize a “red apple”? How can you start a conversation with them about Jesus Christ?

                                                      3 - Explain the Gospel using 2 Cor 5:21. Could you explain that to someone who needs to hear it?

                                                      BREAKOUT

                                                      Pray for: zeal, ability to spot “red apples”, and boldness to share Christ!

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                                                    5. Peter: Restoration.
                                                      How do I prove my love for Jesus? (John 21:15-23)
                                                      1. By Caring for his people. (John 21:15-17)
                                                      2. By being Faithful no matter what. (John 21:18-19)
                                                      3. By refusing to Compare myself to others. (John 21:20-23)

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                                                        Small Group Discussion

                                                        WHOLE GROUP
                                                        Read John 21:15-23

                                                        1 - Though we know we are forgiven in Christ (those who have received Him!), we do we still struggle with guilt from time to time?

                                                        2 - Discuss the usage of the words for “love” in the exchange between Jesus and Peter (John 21:15-17). What is the significance? What kind of love does Jesus call us to? What does that look like?

                                                        3 - How do we often compare ourselves to other Christians / churches? Why do we do this? How does Jesus’ statement to Peter (John 21:22) address our desire to compare ourselves with others?

                                                        BREAKOUT

                                                        What are YOU doing right now to “love Jesus’ people”? What is He calling you to do? What is keeping you from doing it?

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