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Oakwood ConnectLeavenJesus explains how we are to be like him and how to allow his Holy Spirit to dwell within us, which is the only way we can have a true heart change.2020-07-0920 minOakwood ConnectThe mustard seedHow does the kingdom of God grow? The parable of the mustard seed is two fold. It shows how faith grows in us and in turn grows the kingdom of God.2020-05-2518 minOakwood ConnectBonus seed episodeWhat else can we learn from seeds? Nature has never ending living sermons. We like the seed must cooperate with the eternal life source to bear good fruit.2020-05-2209 minOakwood ConnectWheat and Tares pt. 3Jesus tells us the wheat and tares grow together until the end of the age. We have this problem of wanting to uproot the tares instead of focusing on producing fruit. Will there even be tares in the church? What should be done?2020-05-1216 minOakwood ConnectWheat and Tares pt. 2As we continue with our look into the parables of Jesus. Jesus answers the questions that humanity uses as “evidence” for it’s unbelief. Why does evil exist? Why does God allow it to continue if He is so good, so loving?2020-04-2721 minOakwood ConnectWheat and tares pt. 1In the parable of the wheat and tares Jesus establishes that there is good and evil. That He is the way the truth and the life. If there is a difference between good and evil then there has to be a unchangeable law that governs that.2020-04-0919 minOakwood ConnectThe good soilFinishing the parable of the sower we take a look at the good ground. What makes this ground suitable for the gifts of God? Why can it be called good?2020-04-0216 minOakwood ConnectAmongst the thorns.Jesus said something can actually choke the Word of God out of our lives. He identified them as thorns. What are these thorns? That will be the focus of our study in the episode.2020-03-2923 minOakwood ConnectAmongst the thornsJesus continues in his parable of the sower and what happens when his seed (his word), grows up with the thorns (the cares of this world). Will we allow the sons of sin choke out are child like faith?2020-03-2616 minOakwood ConnectStoney heartThe seed that falls on the rocky area joyfully receives God’s word but has a shallow experience with it. Grace does more than save, it changes the stone and makes it flesh.2019-11-1627 minOakwood ConnectThe soilAs we start our new series on the parables of Jesus, we start to take a look at the soils. The wayside, what happens? Why is this soil so quick to give up?2019-11-0229 minOakwood ConnectWhy did Jesus teach in parables?Before we dive into our new series on the parables of Jesus, we seek to explore why He gave the majority of His teachings this way. It will encourage you and motivate to grow in your spiritual journey.2019-09-1717 minOakwood ConnectBuild upon the rockIs there anything reliable anymore? Everyone goes through life believing in something, but is it solid, never disappointing? A house built upon the rock faces storms but still stands.2019-08-2425 minOakwood ConnectI never knew you“Not all that say ‘Lord, Lord,” shall enter the kingdom of heaven.” Words that bring fear to most Christians. What is the deciding factor in our relationship with God?2019-08-1935 minOakwood ConnectFalse prophetsCan someone claim to be a messenger of God, sound very nice and still be a wolf in sheep’s clothing? How can we be sure in what we believe?2019-07-0635 minOakwood ConnectNarrow is the wayHow is it that the gospel of Christ goes to all and yet narrow is the way? Is there a difference between accepting grace and living a life of faith? If God is in the business of eternal life what keeps us from entering it?2019-06-2935 minOakwood ConnectNarrow is the wayFew will enter the Kingdom of God, but why? If God is in the business of saving then shouldn’t the gate be wide open? Is there a difference between accepting grace and living by faith?2019-06-2935 minOakwood ConnectPearls before swineRight after Jesus tells us not to judge, he tells us to use our judgment and know when it’s time to move on from someone. Who, how, why, when should we move on from someone? And is that it? Is there anything we do afterward?2019-06-2428 minOakwood ConnectJudge notOne of the most misused verses today. What does Jesus mean when he tells us not to judge? Is judging people a “Christian” problem or a human problem? How can it be avoided and ultimately is it really part of a bigger problem?2019-06-1531 minOakwood ConnectSeeking the KingdomJesus tells us to “seek first the kingdom of God.” Sounds great! But how? With so much confusion about God’s word where should we even start? What exactly are we looking for? What is really the goal?2019-06-0834 minOakwood ConnectThe anxiety cureOften times we ask the question, “What’s to gain by worry?” Really what we should ask is “what do we lose?” Do our pursuits of life, trump our relationship with Christ? Can we have peace without him?2019-05-2432 minOakwood ConnectTreasures pt. 2What’s our price? How, who do we allow to decide what we our worth. What, who do we truly value?2019-05-1128 minOakwood ConnectTreasures. Part 1Jesus continues to ask us to dig into our hearts and really seek, what motivates us? What is priority in our lives.2019-05-0329 minOakwood ConnectFastingFasting? Ugh, sounds a lot like works. Fasting sounds like more of a Old Testament thing, Jesus doesn’t really care about fasting does he? Is there really any significance?2019-04-1927 minOakwood ConnectForgivenessThe act of forgiving, we know we should but why? Why is it so important to Jesus that we forgive each other? Can’t we just believe and not worry about our relationship with others?2019-04-1633 minOakwood ConnectDo not pray like the hypocritesJesus continues to warn us of our issues of pride. But can it really continue over into our prayer life? Is there really a “right way” to pray?2019-04-0343 minOakwood ConnectPracticing RighteousnessBy challenging our motives as it pertains to charity. Jesus is really cutting to the core of what all of humanity struggles with. Pride.2019-03-3045 minOakwood ConnectKnow your enemiesJesus continues to challenge those who think they are good. Our ideas of justice, who qualifies as our enemy and how to relate to him and others.2019-03-1244 minOakwood ConnectOathsJesus tells us to not “swear any oath”, but why not? What’s the harm? Especially when we promise them with our very best intentions.2019-02-2635 minOakwood ConnectThe Law and Righteousness pt.2Continuing the topic of What Jesus meant when he says, “ I did not come but to fulfill the law and the prophets”. Did Jesus really do away with the Law? Can the law of God and the Righteousness of Christ co exist?2019-02-1629 minOakwood ConnectThe Law and Righteousness pt.1Can the law of God and the righteousness of God co exist? Is it even important that they do? Join us as we begin to understand the consistency of Gods love.2019-02-0936 minOakwood Connect09 OC - Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16)How is the salt Jesus says we ought to be and the persecution Jesus spoke of at the end of the Beatitudes connected? What can a Christian do who has "lost" his saltiness?
What is the "light" Jesus is speaking of? How does one make sure it stays lit?
These important questions and more are discussed in today's episode of Oakwood Connect.
www.oakwoodsda.com2019-01-2637 minOakwood ConnectBeatitude 08 - the persecutedWho would ever intentionally sign-up to be persecuted? Apparently Jesus believes there are humans beings who will willingly endure this experience because they have experienced something greater and more powerful than anything this world can throw at them. We discuss this and more on this episode of Oakwood Connect.2019-01-2236 minOakwood ConnectBeatitude 07 - The peacemakersWhat is a peacemaker? Who’s qualified to be one? Where does peace even come from? Join us as we explore a topic that everyone is searching for.2019-01-1238 minOakwood ConnectBeatitude 06 - Pure in heartWhat does it mean that the pure in heart will see God? How can one have a pure heart. Join us as we explore this topic, and pray you will receive a blessing.2018-12-0135 minOakwood ConnectBeatitude 05 - The MercifulWhat is mercy? We take a close look at what mercy is, and what we discovered made us uncomfortable and definitely challenged our views of what it means to be a Christian. May it challenge and bless you as well.2018-11-1629 minOakwood ConnectBeatitude 04 - Hunger and thirst for righteousness2018-11-0134 minOakwood ConnectBeatitudes 03 - The Strength of MeeknessElder John Trombley and pastor Ariel draw practical spiritual lessons that show us how to connect the teachings of the Bible to our daily lives.
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YouTube Channel: https://goo.gl/Cng23G2018-10-1928 minOakwood ConnectBeatitudes 01 - The Poor in SpiritElder John Trombley and pastor Ariel draw practical spiritual lessons that show us how to connect the teachings of the Bible to our daily lives.
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