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Reality Boston episodes

  • Epiphany: Advancing Joy Again and Again! | The Oil of Joy

    The joy found in the good news of Jesus is not only found in good times, but also in times of trials and hardship. This young Philippian church's joyful unity was in jeopardy, and the Apostle Paul gives them a word of encouragement on how to holdfast for the sake of the gospel. From Philippians 1:27-2:4, Rashad Clemons shares how tests are meant to galvanize a community to live from a place of humility and love.

    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.

    38 min
  • Epiphany: Advancing Joy Again and Again! | The Power of Why

    “He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how” —Nietzsche


    Suffering is universal. A metaphor often used for our affliction is ‘Chains.’ In Philippians 1:12-26, Paul finds himself in a dark Roman prison and in literal chains. In this talk, Al Abdulla explores what it is that allows Paul to have joy in the midst of his chains, and how our lives might be affected when we find ourselves chained to painful circumstances.

    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.

    43 min
  • Epiphany: Advancing Joy Again and Again! | Joyful Camaraderie

    In a world searching for fleeting happiness, the book of Philippians points to an indestructible Joy found in the good news of Jesus. Paul begins his letter with thanksgiving and prayer, filled with joy, on behalf of all of God's people in Philippi.

    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.

    39 min
  • Advent: Christmas In a Minor Key | The Shepherd King

    Colossians 1 and John 1 both tell us that before the cosmos began, Christ existed in perfect love, power and faithfulness. His story might seem like a myth-- too good to be true, but the prophets tell us of the good news of a coming King who is just, and shepherds his people into hope and life. From verses in Micah 5 and 6, Al Abdulla illustrates what it looks like to believe in this Shepherd King from eternity.

    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.

    35 min
  • Advent: Christmas In a Minor Key | The Branch of Joy

    What does God see when he sees me? The answer to that question can determine the deepest part of our identity. From Zechariah 3:1-10, show us how God sees us when we’re we’re given a behind the scenes look into the spiritual realm. Al Abdulla shows why we tend to have difficulty seeing ourselves as God does and the difference it makes when we do.

    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.

    39 min
  • Advent: Christmas In a Minor Key | Justice for the Disillusioned
    Delays can often get confused with unfulfillment, and experiencing a season of unfulfilled expectations can breed cynicism. God speaks to the people of God through the prophet Malachi, that surely He is sending the Messiah, and that their cynicism is not only misdirected, it has polluted their heart and clouded their perspective. We will explore what the scriptures say about God's faithfulness and commitment to exact justice and bring peace through the person of Jesus.
    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.
    36 min
  • Advent: Christmas In a Minor Key | Hope For the World
    Only the promise of summer warmth gives hope amidst the winter chill. So what promise gives you hope amidst life’s sorrow and uncertainty? What if you could be assured that the best is yet to come? From the Minor Prophet Amos (Amos 8:4-10; 9:11-17), Al Abdulla explores God’s promise that although judgment is coming justice and joy is just around the corner! In other words, the advent of Messiah means the best is yet to come.
    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.
    42 min
  • The Questions of Jesus | Was No One Found to Give Praise?
    “Hālal” is the most common word for praise. This word simply means to boast, brag, or rave about God even to the point of appearing foolish. Jesus asks a question about those who have received healing from Him, where is the praise? From Luke 17:11-19, Rashad Clemons explores how gratitude is the currency of the followers of Jesus and how praise is connected to our well being.
    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.
    37 min
  • The Questions of Jesus | Do You Have Any Fish?
    Jesus is the Lord of our work life as well as our prayer life. While we are meant to love our work, our culture encourages us to assign ourselves value through our work. What happens when we are unfulfilled? What do we do when we come up empty? From John 21:1-14, we see how Jesus can affirm us in our work, and remind us that he alone can richly provide.
    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.
    29 min
  • The Questions of Jesus | Why Have You Forsaken Me?
    Rejection. We’ve all experienced it. To some degree we all protect ourselves against it. In his final question before his death, Jesus expresses his experience of rejection from his Father. What does it show us about ourselves? What does it show us about God? From Mark 15:33-39, Pastor Al Abdulla speaks on one of the most perplexing passages in scripture.
    For sermon slides, visit realityboston.com/teachings.
    41 min

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Reality Boston is a community following Jesus that desires to advance joy in the city of Boston through the good news of Jesus Christ. For more information visit realityboston.com