The Upper Room Fellowship

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December 01, 2024 The Magic of Christmas #1 - The Holy Interruption // Chris Holm
Sermon Summary:
In this advent message, we explore the extraordinary nature of the Christmas story through the lens of what C.S. Lewis called "deep magic" - the reality that our world isn't just a closed system of cause and effect, but rather infused with divine presence and purpose. We journey through the announcement of Jesus's birth to Mary in Nazareth, examining how God consistently chooses unlikely places and people to accomplish His purposes. The sermon draws parallels between our beloved Christmas movies and our deep longing for something magical and meaningful in our lives. We discover that Nazareth, a town so insignificant it wasn't mentioned in historical records, became the starting point of the greatest story ever told. Through Mary and Joseph's story, we learn that what we often view as interruptions in our lives might actually be divine invitations. The message challenges us to see beyond our daily distractions and recognize that God specializes in doing remarkable things through seemingly unremarkable people and places. This advent season reminds us that just as God broke into history through a virgin birth in an insignificant town, He continues to work in unexpected ways today, inviting us to participate in His story of redemption.
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30min
November 24, 2024 Nehemiah #3 - The Problem with Happily Ever After // Chris Holm
Sermon Summary:
In this final installment of our Nehemiah series, we explore what happens after the seemingly perfect ending of Jerusalem's wall being rebuilt. After 12 years of successful leadership, Nehemiah returns to his position in Susa, only to discover years later that everything he built is falling apart. The temple is compromised, worship is neglected, and the people have broken their covenants. Rather than accepting defeat, Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem and takes dramatic action - including throwing out temple squatters and confronting those who broke their vows. Through this unusual ending, we learn that spiritual progress requires constant vigilance and intentional maintenance. The sermon connects this ancient story to our modern struggle of maintaining spiritual victories and the importance of persevering in intentionality. We explore Paul's teachings in Ephesians about walking wisely and understanding that while no one plans to fail, many fail to plan not to. The message concludes with various New Testament exhortations to perseverance, reminding us that spiritual growth is a daily journey requiring consistent, intentional effort.
Discussion Questions:
- What areas of your life have you seen "deteriorate" after periods of victory? How do you typically respond?
- How do you balance between being patient with progress and being forceful against regression?
- What's your reaction to Nehemiah's intense response to finding the temple compromised? Was his anger justified?
- In what ways do you find yourself "drifting from intentional holiness"?
- What specific practices help you maintain spiritual victories in your life?
- How can we apply the principle of "persevering in intentionality" to our daily lives?
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29min
November 17, 2024 Nehemiah #2 : The Slave Who Asked for a Forest // Chris Holm
Nehemiah #2 : The Slave Who Asked for a Fore
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26min
November 10, 2024 Nehemiah #1 : When Distraction Means Destruction // Chris Holm
Nehemiah #1 : When Distraction Means Destruction
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29min
November 03, 2024 Becoming Childlike // Weslie Broderick
Becoming Childlike
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33min
October 27, 2024 Trading Rules for Relationship // Chris Holm
Trading Rules for Relationship
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27min
October 20, 2024 The Connected Life: Lessons from a Branch // Weslie Broderick
The Connected Life: Lessons from a Branch
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43min
October 13, 2024 God Beyond Borders // Chris Holm
In this sermon, we explore the book of Ezekiel, focusing on the prophet's extraordinary vision by the Kebar River in Babylon. We delve into Ezekiel's background as a priest, accustomed to the structured worship in Jerusalem's temple, and how his exile to Babylon shattered his understanding of God's presence. The sermon highlights how God sometimes bypasses our rational mind to speak directly to our hearts, especially in times of great suffering or confusion. We examine the vivid imagery in Ezekiel's vision, interpreting it as God's way of communicating His omnipresence and power, even in foreign lands dominated by other deities. The message emphasizes that some spiritual truths can only be learned through difficult experiences, like exile. We are challenged to recognize God's presence in unexpected places and everyday situations, moving beyond the tendency to localize the Divine to specific geographic locations or circumstances. Ultimately, the sermon encourages us to remain open to encountering God in new and profound ways, even amidst life's most challenging moments.

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30min
October 06, 2024 The Last Word: From Shame to Exaltation // Chris Holm
In this sermon, we explore the idea that the darkness and challenges we see in the world, and even in our personal lives, do not have the final say. We examine the historical event of Pope John Paul II’s visit to Poland in 1979 and the subsequent fall of communism, highlighting the power of hope and faith in Christ. We are reminded that God's kingdom is not in decline, but rather, it is growing exponentially around the world, often in ways we may not immediately see. We are challenged to adopt the "mindset of Christ," as described in Philippians 2:5-9, which involves embracing humility and recognizing that God's power is often most evident in our weakness. Just as Christ's crucifixion, the ultimate symbol of shame and defeat, was followed by his resurrection and exaltation, so too can our darkest moments be transformed by God's grace and power.
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25min
September 22, 2024 Better Together #4 - Unified & Focused // Chris Holm
Better Together #4 - Unified & Focused
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21min

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How many episodes does The Upper Room Fellowship have?

The podcast currently has 544 episodes available.