Sea Change Sermons

In this sermon, we explore Ephesians 1:15-23, focusing on Paul's prayers for the church and their significance. Paul’s prayers are unceasing, equipping, and aimed at deepening the church's knowledge of God. He prays for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation to enlighten their hearts, helping them understand their hope, inheritance, and God’s immeasurable power. Discover how Paul's emphasis on spiritual wisdom can transform your prayer life and relationship with God. Join us as we delve into practical steps to reclaim your relationship with God and integrate unceasing prayer into your daily routine.

Key Questions for Discussion:

How can we shift our prayers to seek spiritual wisdom as Paul did?
What does "pray without ceasing" look like in daily life?
How does having "the eyes of your hearts enlightened" affect our understanding of God's promises?
How does knowing we are God’s “glorious inheritance” impact our identity and purpose?
What practical steps can we take to deepen our spiritual relationship with God?

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Ephesians 1 and Paul’s prayer for spiritual wisdom. A praying church has God’s favour; prayer is what makes the enemy tremble.

In this episode, Pastor Adam Stadtmiller explores Ephesians 4:11-16 and the essential purpose of the church. Discover how Christ gave apostles, prophets, evangelists, shepherds, and teachers to:

Build up the body of Christ
Help us attain unity in faith and knowledge
Promote spiritual maturity and stability
Main Point: We model our giving after God's heart for His church.

Key Takeaways:

Engage in community on multiple levels.
Give, pray, and serve as part of the church’s mission.
Small Group Discussion Questions:

How does the diversity of roles in Ephesians 4:11 contribute to the church’s unity and growth?
In what ways can we “speak the truth in love” (Ephesians 4:15) to foster maturity in Christ?
What does it mean to “equip the saints for the work of ministry” (Ephesians 4:12-13), and how can we apply this in our community?
How do we ensure that “each part is working properly” (Ephesians 4:16) and why is this important for building up the body in love?
How can we model our giving and service after God’s heart for the church, as shown in Ephesians 4 and John 3:16?
Watch now and reflect on how you can contribute to the growth and unity of the body of Christ.

Ephesians 4:11-16 opens a series on the church’s purpose, and a year deliberately structured to cover every genre of Scripture — wisdom, narrative, gospel, history, epistle, prophecy.

In "Divine Interruption," Pastor Harry Wilson delves into the powerful story of Samuel’s call in 1 Samuel 3:1-10. Discover how God’s voice breaks through our distractions and spiritual droughts to speak directly to our hearts. This message teaches us the importance of being present and ready to hear God's call, even when His voice seems rare in our lives.

Key Takeaways:

Scripture References: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Small Group Questions:

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1 Samuel 3, when the word of the Lord was rare and visions were few. Samuel keeps running to the wrong voice until Eli works out who is calling.

Join us as we explore the inspiring story of King Josiah and his pivotal role in restoring the Passover celebration. In this sermon, we uncover the deeper meanings behind Josiah’s commitment and how his actions resonate with our own spiritual journey.

In This Video:

Josiah’s Legacy: Why did Josiah reignite the observance of Passover? What does his dedication teach us about faithfulness and leadership?
The Power of Keeping: How does the concept of “keeping” in scripture apply to our daily lives? Discover the impact of maintaining our commitments and promises.
Heartfelt Obedience: Learn why true devotion involves more than ritual—it requires a sincere, heart-driven adherence to God's commands.
Discussion Questions:

What motivated Josiah to restore the Passover, and what does this reveal about his relationship with God?
What obstacles or distractions might prevent us from fully embracing our spiritual commitments?
How can we apply Josiah's example to our own faith practices today?
Dive into this study to see how we can apply the principles from Josiah’s story to our own lives and keep our faith strong and vibrant.

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Josiah keeps the Passover as it had not been kept since the days of the judges, establishing in practice what had just been recovered on paper.

Join us for a powerful message by Adam Stadtmiller at La Jolla Christian Fellowship on August 11, 2024. In this sermon titled "Josiah: Repent-Reform-Restore | Curse Breaker," we delve into 2 Kings 23:15-20, where King Josiah takes bold steps to eradicate sin and restore true worship in Israel.

Key Scripture:
2 Kings 23:15-20

Main Idea:
Where sin lives, the curse remains, but where sin is vanquished, blessings thrive.

Key Points:

Pull Down Your High Places: Josiah dismantles and burns the high places and altars of sin, including the altar at Bethel, demonstrating his commitment to purifying the land from idolatry and sin.

Break the Chain of Generational Sin: Josiah acts as a generational curse breaker by removing and defiling the tombs of those who perpetuated idolatry, showing his determination to end the cycle of sin.

Practical Takeaway:
Run from what curses and embrace what brings blessing.

Discussion Questions:

How did Josiah's destruction of the altar at Bethel reflect his dedication to eliminating sin and restoring true worship?
What can we learn from Josiah’s actions about removing 'high places' in our own lives?
How can we apply Josiah's example to break the chain of generational sin in our families?
How does the curse of sin, as described in Deuteronomy 28:15, contrast with the blessings of obedience to God?
What practical steps can we take to run from what curses and embrace what brings blessings in our daily lives?
Dive into this sermon to explore how Josiah’s radical reforms can inspire us to confront sin and seek true restoration. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insightful teachings!

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2 Kings 23:15-20. Josiah breaks the altar at Bethel but leaves one tomb untouched — the prophet who had predicted the whole thing generations earlier.