MACC Worship

Guest speaker Brayden Schlabach explores Psalm 1 and the question every person must answer: What kind of life will actually endure?

This sermon contrasts the righteous man—described as a tree planted by streams of water—with the wicked, who are compared to chaff blown away by the wind. Through Psalm 1, we are challenged to examine what shapes our thinking, influences our direction, and determines the path of our lives.

Topics covered include:

•  The progression of sin and spiritual drift 
•  Delighting in the law of the Lord 
•  Biblical meditation and spiritual growth 
•  What it means to truly prosper 
•  Being “known by God” 
•  The difference between a rooted life and a rootless one 

📖 Key Texts:

•  Psalm 1 
•  Psalm 19 
•  Psalm 119 
•  Matthew 7 
•  Romans 8 

“The Lord knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.” — Psalm 1:6

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Guest speaker Brayden Schlabach walks through the rise and fall of the church in Ephesus—from its passionate beginning in Acts 19 to Jesus’ warning in Revelation 2.

This sermon explores how a church can be doctrinally sound, morally strong, and active in good works… yet still drift away from the love that once motivated everything they did. Through Acts, Ephesians, 1 & 2 Timothy, and Revelation, we are challenged to ask:

•  Are we rooted and grounded in love? 
•  Are we motivated by love for God or just routine and knowledge? 
•  Could we be outwardly faithful while inwardly drifting? 

📖 Key Texts:

•  Acts 19–20 
•  Ephesians 1–5 
•  1 Timothy 1 & 4 
•  2 Timothy 1–4 
•  Revelation 2:1–7 

“If not, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you repent.” — Revelation 2:5

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Does God’s infinite grace mean we have a "license to sin"? In this Sunday evening study, our guest speaker Parker Reynolds dives into **Romans chapter 6** to answer the question Paul poses: "Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound?".

While it’s true that where sin increased, grace abounded all the more, Paul is clear that this is not an invitation to live an unrepentant life. We explore the transformative power of the gospel, the symbolism of baptism as a death and resurrection, and why true grace leads to a life of radical obedience rather than a "crook's admirable arrangement" of sin and easy forgiveness.

**Key Topics Covered:**

**The Debt We Can't Repay:** Why good deeds alone cannot tip the scales of our guilt or atone for our sins.

**The Beauty of the Gift:** Exploring how justification comes as a free gift through the redemption found in Jesus Christ.

**The Meaning of Baptism:** How being buried with Christ in baptism allows us to rise and "walk in newness of life".

**Grace vs. License:** Deconstructing the flawed logic that "I like sin and God likes forgiving," and why sin remains destructive to our lives and relationships.

**Instruments of Righteousness:** The call to renounce worldly passions and align our will with God’s purpose as "zealous for good works".

In this Mother’s Day sermon from 2 Timothy 1:2–7, we reflect on the powerful influence of godly mothers and grandmothers in shaping genuine faith.

Paul’s words about Timothy, his mother Eunice, and grandmother Lois remind us that faith is often first taught at home — through love, sacrifice, service, and daily devotion to God. This lesson explores the importance of teaching children to love God, love His family, and live with sincerity and self-control.

Topics covered:
• The lasting influence of mothers
• Genuine faith without hypocrisy
• Teaching children to love God’s family
• The role of parents in spiritual growth
• 2 Timothy 1 and the example of Timothy’s family
• Encouragement for Christian mothers and families

“Many women have done excellently, but you excel them all.” — Proverbs 31:29

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What does it truly mean to have peace with God?

In this message from Romans 5:1–11, we walk through one of the most powerful turning points in Scripture—moving from the weight of sin to the freedom of justification by faith. After the heavy reality of Romans 1–4, Paul brings us to a place of hope, grace, and reconciliation through Jesus Christ.

In this sermon, we explore:

•  What it means to be justified by faith
•  How we can have peace with God through Jesus
•  Why we can rejoice even in suffering
•  The depth of God’s love shown through Christ’s sacrifice 
•  What it means to be reconciled now and forever

📖 Key Passage: Romans 5:1–11
 🙏 “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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This past Sunday evening, guest speaker Liam Wyatt walks through Philippians 2 and the powerful example of humility shown by Jesus Christ.

True biblical humility is more than an action or emotion—it is a heart posture. In this lesson, Liam explores how Jesus demonstrated humility in three important ways: humility toward God, humility toward others, and humility grounded in love.

From Christ emptying Himself and becoming obedient to death on the cross, to washing the feet of His disciples—even Judas—this message challenges us to follow His example in our daily lives.

If Jesus, the Lord of all, humbled Himself in service and submission, how much more should we?

📖 Main Text: Philippians 2:1–11
 📖 Additional References: Colossians 1, Matthew 26, John 13, 1 Corinthians 13

Join us as we learn how humility, rooted in love, can transform our relationship with God and with others.

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In Romans chapter 4, Paul points to Abraham as the clearest example of what it means to be justified by faith. Abraham was not counted righteous because of works, circumcision, or law-keeping—but because he believed God.

This lesson explores how grace and faith work together in salvation. Paul shows that salvation has never been about earning God’s favor through perfect performance, but about trusting in God’s promises and responding in faithful obedience.

Using Abraham and Sarah’s story in Genesis 17–21, we see that nothing is impossible with God. Abraham trusted God even when the promise seemed impossible, and that faith was counted to him as righteousness.

We also examine the relationship between Romans 4 and James 2—faith and works are not in conflict. Grace reaches down, faith reaches up, and works follow as the result of genuine trust in God.

If you've ever struggled with anxiety about salvation, wondered whether you're doing “enough,” or questioned how grace and obedience fit together, this study will help bring clarity and assurance.

📖 Main Text: Romans 4
 📖 Supporting Texts: Genesis 17–21, James 2, Psalm 32, John 10

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Romans chapter 2 shifts the focus from obvious outward sin to something far more dangerous—religious hypocrisy.

After confronting the Gentiles in Romans 1, Paul turns to the Jews and warns that moral superiority, religious heritage, and outward obedience do not exempt anyone from God’s judgment. God shows no partiality. Whether Jew or Gentile, moral or immoral, religious or irreligious—everyone must stand before Him.

This lesson explores:
• Why judging others while practicing the same sins condemns us
• How God’s kindness is meant to lead us to repentance
• The danger of storing up wrath instead of treasure in heaven
• Why God judges the secrets of the heart through Christ Jesus
• The difference between outward religion and inward transformation
• What it means to have a true “circumcision of the heart”

Paul reminds us that baptism, church attendance, and religious identity are not enough if there is no real change within. God does not want performance—He wants transformation.

Christianity is not about looking righteous.
It is about becoming righteous through Christ.

God is kind, patient, impartial, righteous, and deeply personal. He wants more than appearances—He wants your heart.

Will we seek the praise of people… or the praise of God?

📖 Main Text: Romans 2
📖 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6, Matthew 7, Jeremiah 31, Colossians 2, Romans 1

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Romans chapter 3 forces us to confront one of the hardest truths in Scripture: no one is righteous on their own.

Whether raised in faith like the Jews or far from God like the Gentiles, Paul makes it clear—everyone stands guilty before God because of sin. Religious background, good works, and moral effort cannot erase guilt or justify us before a holy God.

This lesson explores:
• The real advantage of being raised in God’s truth
• Why religious privilege is a blessing, not a burden
• God’s faithfulness even when people are unfaithful
• Why grace is never a license to continue in sin
• The truth that all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory
• Why salvation cannot come through “being good enough”

Paul reminds us that there is no cosmic scale where good works outweigh bad deeds. One sin breaks the relationship with God, and no amount of personal effort can fully repair it.

But the good news is this: God does not leave us in our darkness.

Like the Great Physician, He diagnoses the real problem—sin—and provides the only cure through Jesus Christ. Through grace, mercy, and the sacrifice of Christ, God offers complete forgiveness and new life.

We are not saved by religion. We are saved by grace.

📖 Main Text: Romans 3:1–20
📖 Supporting Texts: Romans 1–2, Psalm 51, Genesis, 1 Samuel 16, Hebrews 4

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In Romans chapter 2, Paul shifts from addressing the obvious sins of the Gentiles to confronting something even more dangerous—religious hypocrisy.

It’s easy to judge others while ignoring our own sin. Paul reminds us that God shows no partiality. Whether Jew or Gentile, religious or irreligious, moral or immoral—everyone will stand before God in judgment.

This lesson focuses on:
• God’s righteous and impartial judgment
• The danger of hypocrisy in the life of believers
• Why God’s kindness is meant to lead us to repentance
• The difference between outward religion and inward transformation
• What it means to have a “circumcision of the heart”

God does not want empty performance or artificial faith. He wants real transformation from the inside out. Baptism, religious identity, and outward appearances are not enough without a heart fully surrendered to Him.

Romans 2 reminds us that Christianity is not about looking righteous—it is about becoming righteous through Christ.

Are we storing up treasure in heaven… or storing up wrath?

📖 Main Text: Romans 2
📖 Supporting Texts: Matthew 7, Matthew 6, Jeremiah 31, Colossians 2

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