Pastor Luke Simmons explores the greatness of God and how understanding His control over the universe can transform our lives. In this sermon, Pastor Luke shares awe-inspiring facts about our universe and connects them with scriptural truths about God's sovereignty. 

0:00 - Intro - Fascinating Facts about the Universe
2:53 - Biblical Evidence of God's Sovereignty over Creation (Isaiah 40:26, Hebrews 1:3)
3:30 - Theological Insights from Ephesians, Proverbs, and Isaiah
4:27 - Exploring the Five G's: Understanding God's Character
6:04 - Big Idea: God is great, so we don't need to be in control
24:10 - Overcoming Our Desire for Control
30:37 - Practical Steps to Surrender Control to God

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Pastor Luke Simmons explores the profound generosity of God through the miracle of the feeding of the 5,000, the only miracle recorded in all four Gospels. Discover how understanding Jesus' generous heart can transform our view on money, reduce our worries, and inspire us to practice Christian giving. Join us for insightful teachings, practical steps, and an invitation to take the 90-day tithe challenge.

0:00 - Introduction and Welcome
1:26 - The Uniqueness of the Feeding of the 5,000
3:02 - Introduction to the Series: The Five G's
4:03 - Today's Big Idea: God is Generous
7:53 - Jesus, the Generous Giver
15:29 - Exploring Four Approaches to Money
21:10 - Practicing Generosity: Moving from Worry to Trust
25:12- Invitations to the 90-Day Tithe Challenge and Upcoming Events
29:58 - Addressing Common Concerns and Objections

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Pastor Luke Simmons introduces our new sermon series, "The 5G's," with a powerful message exploring the importance of our understanding of God. This first sermon, titled "God is Glorious," discusses how recognizing God's glory can transform our lives and alleviate the fear of man's opinions.

0:00 - Welcome and Celebration
1:50 - Introduction to "The 5G's" Series
02:29 - Different Versions of God People Believe In
06:20 - Introduction to Today's Sermon Topic: God is Glorious
10:03 - Big Idea: God is Glorious, So I Don’t Have to Fear Others
11:25 - Fear of Man Explained
17:52 - Diagnostic Questions for Fear of Man
21:15 - The Man to Fear: Jesus
31:23 - The Freedom of Fearing God

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Pastor Seth Troutt delivers a message on the impact of our words, drawing from the book of James, chapter 3. He challenges the common saying "sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me" and reveals the profound influence our speech has on ourselves and others. Seth uses personal anecdotes, references to wisdom literature, and biblical insights to unpack four assumptions about the power of words and offers practical biblical advice on how to use our speech wisely.

0:00 - Introduction: Personal Story of Getting Punched
0:34 - Debunking the Lie: Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones
3:09 - The Temptation to Minimize the Power of Words
4:20 - Assumption #1: My Words Aren't That Powerful
6:31 - Assumption #2: Our Mouths Are By Default Good or Neutral
10:21 - Assumption #3: I Have My Words Under Control
11:59 - Assumption #4: My destructive words "aren't me"
14:23 - The Fool's Assumptions vs. The Wise Person's Responsibility
20:58 - The Sinner's Vulnerability and The Good News of Jesus

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Pastor Luke Simmons shares an insightful message on the fragile nature of relationships and the misconceptions surrounding the idea that time heals all wounds. Drawing from his personal experiences and Colossians 3:12-14, Pastor Luke offers five practical "exercises" to foster healing and health in our relationships. Learn how to remind yourself of your true identity in Christ, act with humility, put up with others, address necessary conflicts, and practice ongoing forgiveness, all through the lens of Christian faith. 

0:00  - Introduction: The Fragility of Relationships
02:00 - Time Doesn't Heal All Wounds
09:23 - Exercises for Relational Healing
09:30 - Exercise 1: Remind Yourself About Yourself
13:52 - Exercise 2: Act Like Yourself
19:58 - Exercise 3: Put Up With As Much As You Can
23:10 - Exercise 4: Address What You Can’t or Shouldn’t Put Up With
29:46 - Exercise 5: Forgive and Keep Forgiving

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Pastor Luke Simmons delivers the message titled "The Truth About Singleness" as part of the series, "Lies About Love." In this message, Pastor Luke discusses the significant transition of Ironwood Church becoming an independent entity, and then dives deep into the topic of singleness. Through biblical insights from 1 Corinthians 7, he dispels the myth that singleness is second class and highlights its value and purpose.

0:00  - Church Updates and Introduction
5:40  - Understanding Singleness in Biblical Context
12:00 - Singleness as a Gift from God
18:00 - Living Faithfully in Singleness
24:00 - Conclusion and Application

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In this FUSE weekend sermon, we explore the lie 'I'm better off alone' and confront it with the truth that friends are truly invaluable. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, we learn that two are indeed better than one. The scripture illustrates three key aspects of friendship: propping up when falling, pressing in when cold, and pushing back when attacked. These principles remind us of the importance of both offering and receiving support in our relationships. The message challenges us to be the kind of friends who actively engage in these practices, fostering deeper connections and spiritual growth within our community.

0:00 - Introduction: Fuse Sunday and Welcome
1:20 - Fuse and the Series on Relationships: Lies About Love
3:20 - The Lie: "I'm Better Off Alone"
3:40 - Reasons We Tell Ourselves We're Better Off Alone
7:30 - The Truth: "Friends Are Really Good" (Ecclesiastes 4:9)
8:07 - Caitlin's Spanish Project: The Importance of Personal Relationships
15:10 - How to Be a Good Friend
15:46 - Friends Who Prop Up When They’re Falling
21:05 - Friends Who Press In When They’re Cold
22:34 - Friends Who Push Back When They’re Attacked
28:02 - The Example of Jesus: The Ultimate Friend
29:55 - Conclusion and Prayer

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Pastor Seth Troutt explores the topic of sexuality in a meaningful and thoughtful sermon. Grounded in scripture and real-world examples, Pastor Seth addresses the common cultural myth that sex is merely a physical act. He delves into the biblical perspective on sexuality and discusses how our modern views often mirror the challenges faced by the early church in Corinth. 

00:00 - Introduction and Recommended Resources
01:17 - Setting the Tone: The Story from Luke Chapter 7
01:48 - Common Reactions to Sexuality: Shame, Suffering, and Smugness
04:01 - The Lie: Sex is Just Physical
04:17 - Recent History of American Sexuality
05:57 - Cultural Examples and Influences
06:50 - The Popular Story of Sexuality
08:21 - Questioning Who Benefits
14:12 - Defining Sexual Immorality (Porneia)
15:31 - The Design and Purpose of Sex According to Scripture
28:44 - Strategies for Sexual Holiness: Fleeing and Cleaving
34:05 - Conclusion: Embracing God's Design for Sexuality

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Pastor Seth Troutt discusses the biblical view of marriage and challenges the common belief that marriage is a 50-50 relationship. Drawing from Ephesians 5:21-33, he explores the essence, contrast, and picture of marriage. He also highlights upcoming resources and events to strengthen marriages in the church community.

0:00 - Introduction and Upcoming Marriage Events
1:44 - The Myth of Marriage as a 50-50 Relationship
03:35 - Cultural Narratives vs. Biblical Foundation of Marriage
09:17 - The Essence of Marriage: Leave and Cleave
19:27 - The Contrast of Marriage: Husbands Love Your Wives
26:08 - The Role of Submission and Respect
30:51 - Practical Steps for Cherishing, Nourishing, and Respecting
33:20 - The Picture of Marriage: Reflecting Christ and the Church
35:05 - Conclusion and Prayer

Join us as we dive deep into understanding God's design for marriage!

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Pastor Luke Simmons shares insights on common phrases we often use that may not be entirely true. In this sermon, he focuses on the phrase "follow your heart" and unpacks why it is a mixed bag, grounding his message in biblical wisdom. Discover how to better navigate our instincts and emotions by trusting and aligning our hearts with God's word. Join us as we delve into Proverbs 3 and learn a better approach for a fulfilling life.

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