Sermon Notes:
Love is binding.
Love takes action.
Love is developed.
Love is a lifestyle.
Love is essential.

Scripture References:
Mark 3:24-25
Colossians 3:14
1 John 3:18
John 3:16
1 John 3:16
1 John 4:7
Hebrews 13:1 1
Corinthians 13:1-3

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri discuss:

• Rejecting the Lord whether with words or actions
• How God uses rock bottom to draw us to Him
• How you can learn from the testimonies of others
• What God is teaching them through His Word
• How you can do more in less time when you REST in the Lord
• The sweetness of obedience

Sermon Notes:
Learn from Him.
Obeying His Word.
Follow Him in our lives.

Scripture References:
Matthew 28:19-20
Matthew 5:1-2
1 John 2:9-10
1 John 2:4-5
Matthew 4:18-20

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri discuss:

• What delayed obedience can lead to
• How to prioritize your current season when you already know what your next season is
• How sometimes seasons just suck and how to deal with those feelings
• Forgiving yourself when you’re in an unwanted season that may be your fault
• Ways to process your emotion that aren’t journaling
• How thriving in an unwanted season is a measure of God’s grace
• How difficult seasons connect what’s in your HEAD to what’s in your HEART

Sermon Notes:
Prioritize your current season.
Practice obedience.
Trust God's plan for your life.
Develop your character.
Give the Lord your whole heart.

Scripture References:
Jeremiah 29:4-14 CSB
Galatians 6:9
Matthew 7:24-27
Proverbs 14:12
Romans 5:3-4
Jeremiah 29:11-13

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri discuss:

• Who has made the biggest spiritual impact in their lives
• How serving can deepen your relationship with the Lord
• How what feels “natural” for you can be developed into your calling
• How we serve The Lord by serving His Bride (the Church)
• When not serving the Lord can be disrespectful
• Challenges they face when serving
• What’s the most rewarding about serving
• Encouragement for you if you’re in the process of being equipped
• What you’re missing out on if you’re not serving
• A simple way to motivate yourself to go to church more consistently

Scripture References:
Acts 2:42-47
1 Corinthians 12:4-7
Ephesians 4:11-12
2 Timothy 4:7-9

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri discuss:

• What has been their favorite parts of this past month focusing on being an Acts 2 Church
• How we do Bible studies differently at The BLOC
• The importance of Godly friendships
• How making friends can be easier than you think
• The payoff that’s worth it on the other side of a conversation
• Leaning into the resources that are already available to you
• How you’re not along in your struggle

In this week's episode, Bri chats with Jahleyxs and Miranda about why local AND international missions matter, how missions can change you from the inside out, and how serving can help expand your view of The Lord.

Sermon Notes:

1. Christ-centered relationships.
2. Pursue new relationships.
3. Be genuinely authentic.
4. Unwavering commitment.

Scripture References:
Acts 2:42-47
1 John 1:5-7
1 Thessalonians 2:8
Ephesians 1:3-6
Hebrews 10:24-25