Wayside Chapel Sermons

Pastor Stephen Lay encourages us to worship as a regular part of our walk with Christ as he looks at Psalm 98 and the response believers should have to God's goodness.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Gospel Fluency: https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Fluency-Speaking-Truths-Everyday/dp/1433546035/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YUK0URE1WT7C&keywords=gospel+fluency&qid=1657730013&sprefix=%2Caps%2C57&sr=8-1

T4T: A Discipleship Re-Revolution | https://www.amazon.com/T4T-Discipleship-Re-Revolution-Planting-Community/dp/0974756210/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31W0GD6UZG5HX&keywords=t4t+a+discipleship+re-revolution&qid=1657730043&sprefix=%2Caps%2C82&sr=8-1

Preparing Your Personal Testimony
A concise article by Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ) that gives readers simple and concrete steps to take in order to prepare and share their own story of how they became a follower of Jesus.
https://www.cru.org/us/en/train-and-grow/share-the-gospel/evangelism-principles/preparing-your-personal-testimony.html

The 3 Circles Presentation

A brief video in which Jimmy Scroggins, pastor, and creator of the 3 Circles method, presents the 3 Circles from beginning to end. In just four minutes, watch to learn how you can share the gospel simply and clearly with those around you.  https://vimeo.com/227782208

 

North American Mission Board, 3 Circles

A website that provides a variety of resources related to sharing the gospel via the 3 Circles method. Find helpful guides, videos, and an iPhone app, and hear stories from those who came to faith in Jesus through 3 Circles. https://www.namb.net/evangelism/3circles/

 

The Master Plan of Evangelism

Perhaps one of the most influential books ever written on the topic of making disciples, Dr. Robert Coleman points readers to seek the Scriptures in order to answer the question: what was Jesus' strategy for making disciples? Coleman answers the question with eight principles drawn from the life and practice of Jesus as revealed in the four gospel accounts. https://www.amazon.com/Master-Plan-Evangelism-Robert-Coleman-ebook/dp/B008FZ3YZU/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+master+plan+of+evangelism&qid=1657573053&s=books&sprefix=the+master+plan+of+e%2Cstripbooks%2C107&sr=1-1

 

Family Discipleship: Leading Your Home through Time, Moments, and Milestones

Pastors Matt Chandler and Adam Griffin help readers create a sustainable rhythm of gospel-driven discipleship in the areas of time, moments, and milestones. Filled with practical suggestions, plans, and Scripture, Family Discipleship will equip readers to develop a special plan for their families as they raise up their kids to love and follow Jesus. https://www.amazon.com/Family-Discipleship-Leading-through-Milestones/dp/143356629X/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1657571273&sr=8-1

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Pastor Tim Nowell takes us through Colossians 3:16 and reminds us of the importance of daily time in God's Word and how the rhythm of studying scripture is essential to the Christian life.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Ten Reasons to Read the Bible Every Day

An article by John Piper in which he responds to a simple question: what is the most essential thing I need to know to follow Jesus? Piper responds by explaining that reading, understanding, meditating, memorizing, and enjoying the Scriptures are unquestionably necessary for the Christian life. He gives 10 simple, yet vital reasons in explanation of his answer.

https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/ten-reasons-to-read-the-bible-every-day




How to Study Your Bible in 2020

An article by Matt Smethurst provides a concise and helpful overview of Bible study methods to help you better understand biblical passages and apply them to your life.

https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-to-study-bible/




Habits for Better Bible Reading, a podcast episode by the Crossway Podcast, discusses practical tips for reinvigorating or jumpstarting a consistent Bible reading habit. Drew Hunter reflects on how to form a view of God's Word that goes above and beyond a task on a checklist, and how the unified story of the Bible ultimately culminates in the person and work of Jesus. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/habits-for-better-bible-reading-drew-hunter/id1457099163?i=1000491940414
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KQjWnH45KZdMlB6FWPHqA?si=7e937dc39a6e4d52




Searching the Scriptures: Find the Nourishment Your Soul Needs by Chuck Swindoll

Pastor and author Chuck Swindoll goes in-depth to show readers how to mine the Scriptures and reveal its significant truths applicable to modern life. He describes the principles of Bible study he's used throughout his entire life and ministry, helping readers to understand God's Word, apply it, and communicate it in ways others will understand.

https://www.amazon.com/Searching-Scriptures-Find-Nourishment-Needs/dp/1414380658#:~:text=In%20Searching%20the%20Scriptures%2C%20respected,clearly%20to%20those%20around%20you.

Steve Ramseur is our guest speaker as we continue our journey through spiritual disciplines by looking at the importance of study in our summer series, Rhythms.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Methodical Bible Study by Robert A. Traina

How to Read the Bible as Literature by Leland Ryken

Living By the Book by Howard G. Hendricks & William D. Hendricks

Pastor Will looks at Isaiah 6 this week as he dives into the topic of evangelism and how that relates to the spiritual rhythms we are called to have. Check out the series resources on our website at waysidechapel.org/rhythms-so

Pastor Cameron walks us through the topic of rest and why it is so vital to our spiritual life. Check out the series resources on our website at waysidechapel.org/rhythms-410

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Hurry: The Great Enemy of Spiritual Life, a podcast episode by John Mark Comer Teachings, explains how "hurry" goes against the way that Jesus lived and how it opposes spiritual growth, then challenges listeners to be creative and disciplined in how to "unhurry" their lives.
• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hurry-the-great-enemy-of-spiritual-life-practicing/id1592847144?i=1000547182503

Fight Hustle, End Hurry is a podcast by author and pastor John Mark Comer and author Jefferson Bethke. In each episode, Comer and Bethke discuss different aspects of hustle and hurry, their detriment to our spiritual lives, and what to do to resist hurry.
• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fight-hustle-end-hurry/id1480300467

The Power of Deep Rest
An article by Tim Keller explains the relationship between work and rest, the need for rest to replenish our minds and bodies, and how gospel-rest ultimately points us to God.
• https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/the-power-of-deep-rest/

Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity
In Sacred Rest, Dr. Sandra Daulton-Smith describes the different types of rest found lacking in the lives of those she has encountered in her clinical practice and through her research. She explains how a shortage of any type of rest can damage your health, happiness, relationships, creativity, and productivity. Combining research, personal anecdotes, spiritual wisdom, and practical tools, Dr. Daulton-Smith gives readers all they need to pursue sacred rest.
• https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Rest-Recover-Energy-Restore/dp/1478921676

Pastor Jason Uptmore walks us through the necessity of prayer and how we can pray as part of our spiritual rhythms by modeling the Lord's Prayer.

ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDED RESOURCES

Prayer by Timothy Keller

Tim Keller provides biblical instruction as well as specific prayers for a variety of situations including grief, loss, love, and forgiveness. With his distinctive insights, Keller discusses methods for how to make prayer more personal and effective, and how to develop a habit of prayer that works uniquely for you.
https://timothykeller.com/books/prayer




Kingdom Prayer by Tony Evans

In Kingdom Prayer, Tony Evans gives a thorough overview of prayer and covers a wide range of topics including the principles of productive prayer, the power of praise, fasting, and how prayer relates to God's purposes. Evans exposits various Scriptures and will encourage you to make prayer a dominant part of your life. https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Prayer-Touching-Heaven-Change/dp/0802414842




George Muller: The Guardian of Bristol's Orphans by Janet & Geoff Benge

This powerful biography illustrates the depth of George Muller's trust in God evident in his constant prayer and dependence on God to provide for the needs of Bristol's orphans. Concise and captivating, this story will inspire readers of all ages to trust God more deeply in their own journeys.
https://www.amazon.com/George-Muller-Guardian-Bristols-Christian/dp/1576581454/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2TUOXDYIH5H4P&keywords=george+muller+by+benge&qid=1655750626&s=books&sprefix=george+muller+by+benge%2Cstripbooks%2C90&sr=1-1




Prayer: How Praying Together Shapes the Church by John Onwuchekwa

John Onwuchekwa describes the role of corporate prayer in the church and calls on the local church to make prayer a habitual practice when they gather. Onwuchekwa stirs readers to the need and blessing of corporate prayer by discussing what Jesus taught about prayer, how early Christians addressed prayer, and how to prioritize prayer in our congregations. https://www.amazon.com/Prayer-Praying-Together-Building-Churches/dp/1433559471




Valley of Vision by Arthur Bennet

In Valley of Vision, discover a rich and deeply theological compilation of gospel-centered Puritan prayers. The prayers in this book are steeped in Scripture and encompass the entire range of Christian experience, emotion, and devotion. https://www.amazon.com/Valley-Vision-Collection-Puritan-Devotions/dp/0851512283/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1ZA83FSKJMZIL&keywords=the+valley+of+vision&qid=1655742956&s=books&sprefix=the+valley+of+vision%2Cstripbooks%2C109&sr=1-3




Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine Mckelvey

Every Moment Holy brings thoughtful and meditative prayers for the everyday moments of life, such as "A Liturgy for Feasting with Friends" or "A Liturgy for Laundering". These prayers are reminders that our lives are infused with sacred and holy purpose even when we are engaged with ordinary activities or when we are too busy to notice. https://store.rabbitroom.com/collections/every-moment-holy

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