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TYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupTransformed Conference '24 - Session 2 - Transformed: From Denier to Proclaimer Luke Shelnutt traces the transformed life of the Apostle Peter. Life BEFORE the transforming power of the Holy SpiritThe sin of pride (Mark 14:26-31)The sin of fear of man (Luke 22:54-62)A transformed life in the PRESENT as a result of the Holy SpiritThe power of the Holy Spirit in individuals (Acts 2:1-36)The power of the Holy Spirit in the gospel (Acts 2:37-47)Living in light of the FUTURE transformation empowered by the Holy SpiritLive a life of holiness (1 Peter 1:13-16)Live a life of suffering (1 PEter 4:12-16)2024-09-3051 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWinter Camp '24: Intro Session - IsaiahIntroduction to Isaiah2024-01-1636 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupPhilippians 1:1-2 - Living a Christ-Centered, Joy-Filled LifeIn Paul's introduction of his letter to the Philippians, we see that living a Christ-centered creates a joy-filled life. Slaves of ChristThe slave of Christ is owned by Christ The slave of Christ lives in humble service to ChristThe slave of Christ has absolute dedication to ChristSaints in ChristTo be a saint means to be in Christ JesusTo be a saint means to receive this joyTo be a saint means to be set apart Grace and Peace through ChristGrace from God is the foundation of Christianity Grace from God creates peace Grace and peace from God are made...2024-01-1153 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 12:9-14 - got purpose? In his epilogue, we see that Solomon turns everything around and shows that we can find meaning in a vain world. First, Solomon gives a final word of warning that we must heed, and then he gives a final word of command that we must obey. The Teacher's Final Word of Warning (v9-12)Listen to the wise words of the teacher (v9-11)Beware of the contradictory words of the foolish (v12)The Teacher's Final Word of Command (v13-14)Two commands (v13a)Two reasons (v13b-14)2023-12-1451 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 11:1-12:8 - Living Wisely in a Vain and Foolish WorldAs Solomon has just reflected on the foolishness he has seen in this world, he now gives instruction on how it is we can live wisely in a vain and foolish world. Walk by faith (11:1-6)Trust God in the uncertainties of lifeTrust God with what you do not knowRejoice in your youth (11:7-10)Enjoy every day God has given youEnjoy the blessings of youthRemember reality (12:1-8)Remember that God is CreatorRemember that death is coming2023-12-0748 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 9:13-10:20 - Beware of Living FoolishlyIn this passage, Solomon once again observes life around him and finds four ways in which the foolish person lives their life.How the foolish view wisdom (9:13-10:3)How the foolish misuse authority (10:4-7)How the foolish work irresponsibly (10:8-11, 16-20)How the foolish speak to others (10:12-15)2023-11-3050 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupPsalm 32 - Confession Before God Leads to Relief Guest speaker Alex Ayala teaches from Psalm 32. The psalmist, David, speaks of himself hiding sin that led to his body dying on the inside until he acknowledged his sins to God who quickly forgave him. Based on David's experience, he tells his readers that there's no fear in revealing the darkest parts of ourselves to God. He wants believers to rejoice and sing songs to the God who responds to their confessed sins with unfailing love, the lifting of guilt, and songs of deliverance. Blessed is the person who is forgiven (v1-2)Acknowledged my sin to God...2023-11-1644 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 9:1-12 - Enjoying Life through the Despair of Death Solomon observes the finality and inevitability of death. This reality of death causes him to promote life and the enjoyment of life. We will also see how Christ gives us hope in the face of death. Enjoy Life because of Death (v1-6, 11-12)Life will end for all (1-3) Life provides opportunity (4-6)Life is full of the unexpected (11-12)Enjoy God's Gifts in Life (v7-10)Food and drink (7) Celebration (8)Marriage (9)Work (10)2023-11-0948 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 8 - Navigating through the Clouds of EvilIn this passage, Solomon provides wisdom on how we are to respond to the evil in this world, specifically how we ought to respond to the authority of the wicked and the prosperity of the wicked. The authority of the wicked (v1-9)Live in obedience Live in discernment The prosperity of the wicked (v10-17)Judgment is delayed, but it is inevitable Trust in God's knowledge, not man's2023-11-0247 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 7 - Viewing Life through the Lens of God's WisdomHow can we properly respond to the vanity and vexation found in this world? Solomon provides wisdom on how we can view life through God's wisdom instead of viewing life through man's wisdom. Wisdom shows us what is truly better (v1-14)Sadness is better than jubilance (v1-4)Rebuke is better than flattery (v5-6)The long road is better than the shortcut (v7-10)Wisdom is better than wealth (v11-12)God's plan is better than our plan (v13-14)Wisdom changes our perspective in life (v15-29)Wisdom trusts God through unexpected realities (v15-19)Wisdom reveals...2023-10-2650 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 5:8-6:12 - The Vain Pursuit of RichesSolomon, the one who possessed great wisdom and great riches, shows us the dangers and the consequences of pursuing riches under the sun. We will look at five reasons why the pursuit of riches is vanity, and then we will see that we can find true contentment in the riches of Christ. The Vanity of Riches Under the Sun (5:8-17; 6:1-6)Riches will not satisfy (5:10; 6:1-3a)Riches attract problems (5:11)Riches causes restlessness (5:12; 6:3b-5)Riches can vanish instantly (5:13-14)Riches expire at the grave (5:15-17; 6:6)The Contentment of Riches in Christ (5:18-20; 6:7-12)The Christian recognizes that all good gifts...2023-10-1251 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 5:1-7 - The Vanity of Empty Worship In this passage, we are challenged to evaluate the heart of our worship as Solomon warns of the vanity of empty worship. True worship is found in the fear of God.Meaningless Worship (v1-6)Heartless sacrificial offerings (v1)Babbling words of prayers (v2-3)Empty and unfulfilled promises (v4-6)True Worship (v7)Worship in the fear of GodWorship through the finished work of Christ2023-10-0545 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 4 - Finding Hope in a Hopeless World Solomon shows us the hopelessness found in the institutions of life, specifically in government and in work. There is hope to be found in a hopeless world, however. That hope is found in Jesus Christ. The hopelessness found in government (1-3, 13-16)The problem with neglect (1-3)The problem with pride (13-16)The hopelessness found in work (4-12)The problem with jealousy (4-6)The problem with greed (7-12)2023-09-2849 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 3 - Trusting God's Sovereignty in a Cursed WorldThe doctrine of God's sovereignty is one of the most comforting truths and attributes of God. At the same time, it can be one of the most mysterious, confusing, and frustrating attributes of God. When you see, and feel, and experience the effects of this cursed world, do you become frustrated at the meaningless and futility of life? Or are you drawn to the throne of God and trust in His sovereignty? Trusting God's sovereignty over life's events (v1-15)Every event has been divinely appointed by GodEvery event ought to drive us to worship GodTrusting God's sovereignty over judgment...2023-09-2153 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 2 - Gotta Catch'em AllA common lie we are often tempted to believe is that the more we get, the happier we will become. In this chapter, we will examine Solomon's exhaustive test of pleasure-seeking, we will see that in the end death is inevitable, and we will see that true joy is found in Jesus Christ. The test of pleasure (v1-11)The inevitability of death (v12-23)The joy found in Christ (24-26)2023-09-1453 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEcclesiastes 1 - Vanity of Vanities Life apart from Christ leads to frustration, emptiness, and discontentment. But there is fullness and completeness found in living a life for Jesus Christ. As we start our study through the book of Ecclesiastes, we will examine how the author shows the emptiness of life through the endless cycle of life and the exhausting pursuit of intellectualism. The Futility of Life (v1-3)The Futility of Life's Cyclicality (v4-11)The Futility of Life's Intellect (v12-18)2023-09-0750 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupMatthew 19:16-26 - Who Can Be SavedGuest speaker Pedro Chung will be teaching from the book of Matthew. When Jesus said the perfect keeping of all God's commandments is required for eternal life, his disciple asked, "Who can be saved?" With man, this is impossible; but with God, all things are possible. The Question (v16) The Requirement (v17-21)The Response (v22)The Lesson (v23-26) 2023-09-0137 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWhat is the Gospel: Part 6 - Sharing the Good NewsIf the gospel truly is good news (the best news!), then we must share this news with everyone. We will look at the Christian's calling to share the gospel to the world.Be obedient to your calling Be bold in your proclamation Be compassionate in your zeal 2023-08-2437 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWhat is the Gospel: Part 5 - Response - Faith and Repentance Not everyone responds to the gospel in the same way. The Christian, by the grace of God, will respond in faith and repentance. Faith in Jesus Christ Faith in Christ alone Faith in the finished work of Christ Repentance of Sin Repentance is turning away from sin and turning toward GodRepentance is submitting to Christ not just as Savior, but also as Lord 2023-08-1737 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWhat is the Gospel: Part 4 - The Solution - Jesus Christ the SaviorThis week we look at the solution to our sin problem... Jesus Christ the Savior. We will examine how we are all in desperate need of a solution, and we will examine how Jesus Christ is THE solution. The solution we need We cannot create our own solution God is the only one who gives us our solution Jesus is the solution Jesus lived a perfect life, bore the sins of every Christian, and gave them His righteousnessJesus' substitutionary sacrificial death gives Christians lifeJesus has risen from the dead conquering over sin and death2023-08-1052 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupMatthew 13:1-23 - Parable of the SowerJosiah Patterson teaches on the parable of the sower, and looks at how the gospel affects our lives and the lives of others. Seeds on the Path Seeds on the Rocky GroundSeeds on the Thorny GroundSeeds on the Good SoilParable of the Weeds (Matt 13:24-30, 36-43)2023-08-0348 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWhat is the Gospel: Part 3 - The Problem - Man the SinnerIf we are going to understand the gospel correctly, it is essential that we have a right and biblical understanding of sin. In this sermon, we seek to clarify what sin is and who sinners are; as well as look at the consequences of our sin. The clarification of sin Sin is a serious offense against a holy and righteous GodEvery single human is a sinner The consequence of sin We are held accountable for our sinsThe just punishment we all deserve is eternal death in Hell 2023-08-0351 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWhat is the Gospel: Part 2 - The Foundation - GodIn our study of "What is the Gospel?" it is important that we lay the foundation of understanding who God is. This week will be looking at three characteristics of God that will help us understand the gospel better. God is Creator God is the creator of all God is the owner of all God is Holy God is holy and so far above us God is greater than anyone or anything God is Just God will not overlook, ignore, or tolerate sin God does not leave the guilty unpunished 2023-07-2749 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWhat is the Gospel: Part 1 - What is it? We will begin our study on "What is the Gospel?" (inspired by Greg Gilbert's What is the Gospel? but before we look at the specifics of the gospel, we will be taking a step back and answer these three questions: Where does the gospel come from? The source which answers the question, "What is the gospel?" must be a perfect source God is the one true authority, His Word is perfectThere is only one true gospel. Anything that contradicts what the Bible says is wrong What is the heart of the gospel? Everyone is accountable to God Everyone has rebelled...2023-07-2047 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 1-16 - Following the Thread: The Righteousness of GodThis week, we will be summarizing the entire book of Romans, following the thread of God's righteousness from the beginning to the end of this magnificent letter. The Theme of God's Righteousness (1:16-17) The power of God in salvation The righteousness of God in salvation The Need for God's Righteousness (1:18-3:20)The consequences of our unrighteousness The absence of our own righteousness The Imputation of God's Righteousness (3:21-5:21)Complete salvation by the finished work of Jesus Christ Peace with God through the finished work of Jesus Christ The Sanctification of God's Righteousness (6-8)The Christian has victory over sin, and...2023-07-131h 04TYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 16:17-27 - A Final Word As Paul closes out this magnificent letter, he gives a final word of warning, of encouragement, and of praise. A word of warning (v17-19) Watch out for false teaching (v17-18)Be on guard, be wise, and be innocent (v19) A word of encouragement (v20-23)God is victorious (v20)The body of Christ is a means of grace to you (v21-23)A word of praise (v25-27)God establishes us in the Gospel (v25-26)To God be the glory (v27)2023-07-0647 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 15:23-16:16 - The Heart of a ServantIn this passage, we will look at 5 characteristics of the heart of the servant of God, by looking at the heart of Paul as well as the hearts of the other believers he mentions.The servant of God plans for more serving (v23-24)The servant of God generously and joyfully gives to others (v25-28)The servant of God is reliant on prayer (v29-33)The servant of God serves in diversity and unity (v1-15)The servant of God loves the people of God (v16)2023-06-2947 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupVarious Passages - What is TYG All About? For tonight's Family Fellowship Night, we are going to answer the question, "What is TYG all about?" In doing so, we are going to look at the purpose, the mission, and the tactics of TYG. Our Purpose (why we exist) - Col 3:17As a youth group we seek to do everything for the glory of God Our Mission (what we do) - Col 1:28 We proclaim Christ by warning everyone and teaching everyone We seek to grow and mature every man in Christ Our Tactics (how we do it) - Eph 4:12-16By equipping the saintsBy attaining the unityBy maturing into...2023-06-2231 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '23: Session 7 - SentPhil. 2:1-4We are sentWe are sent to loveWe love rooted in love2023-06-1941 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '23: Session 6 - Weak1Cor. 15:10Dependence, not independenceEffort, not lazinessDependent effort2023-06-1945 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '23: Session 5 - BelovedEph 1:18, 3:17-19Blind towards God’s loveAmazed at God’s loveRooted in God’s love2023-06-1940 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '23: Session 4 - RighteousRom. 3:24, 4:4-5GuiltRighteous through JesusRighteous by FaithRighteous Really!2023-06-1945 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '23: Session 3 - CorruptRom. 1:18-32What we didWe know GodWe spurned GodWhat it didMinds corruptDesires corruptDeeds corrupt2023-06-1943 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '23: Session 2 - CreatedGen. 1:26-27God defines who we are God defines what we do God made us without shame2023-06-1948 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '23: Session 1 - RootedJer. 17:5-8Fear of man is a curseShame-fearRejection-fearThreat-fearFear of the Lord is a blessing2023-06-1944 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 15:7-22 - Christ:The Center of Who We Accept and What We ProclaimWe arrive at a hinge point where Paul concludes one major section and he begins a new section (his final, closing section). Through these two sections, we will see that Christ must be at the center of who we accept and what we proclaim. The Acceptance of Christ (v7-13)Christ's acceptance of the Christian The Christian's acceptance of others The Proclamation of Christ (v14-22)Proclamation that leads to growth in ChristProclamation that boasts in ChristProclamation that spreads the name of Christ2023-06-0158 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 15:1-6 - Living in Deep Love and Unity in the Body of Christ Paul continues to stress the importance and necessity of living in deep love and unity with those in the body of Christ. Here, he gets specific by giving us a charge of what are to do, an example of what it looks like, the means of how we are able to do this, and the purpose of why we should do this. The Charge (v1-2)To come alongside the weaker Christian and carry their burdenTo please others, not ourselves, by building them up The Example (v3)Christ did not live to please HimselfChrist demonstrated this by the suffering He...2023-05-2550 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 14:13-23 - Free to Love FirstIn this passage, we see how the Christian ought to be discerning on when and how to exercise their freedom in Christ. Paul gives us four warnings on why, at times, we should not exercise our freedom for the sake of others.Do not let your freedom cause a brother to stumble (v13)Do not let your freedom cause grief to your brother (v14-15)Do not let your freedom cause damage to your witness for Christ (v16-19)Do not let your freedom cause spiritual harm (v20-23)2023-05-1849 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupVarious Passage - Sharing the Gospel Guest speaker Josiah Patterson helps us understand how we can better share the gospel with others.2023-05-0437 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 14:1-12 - Loving One Another Despite Differences and DisagreementsDespite the differences and disagreements we may have within the body of Christ, at the end of the day, we are not called to judge those who disagree with us, but rather we are called to love them. Paul presents 3 reasons why we should love instead of judge.God accepts them (v1-5)The Christian is called to accept other Christians, not judge themThe Christian is called to accept other Christians because God has accepted themGod's glory is our purpose in life (v6-9)In whatever you...2023-04-1352 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEphesians 2:4-10 - Amazing Grace: Sinners with HopeGuest speaker Josiah Patterson completes his 2 part series focusing on God's grace in salvation as well as the believer's purpose.But God (v4)The Redeemed's State (v5-9)GraceSavedRaisedSeatedThe Redeemd's Work (v10)2023-04-0646 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupEphesians 2:1-3 - Amazing Grace: Sinners without HopeGuest speaker Josiah Patterson starts a 2-part series focusing on the Gospel. Part 2 focuses on our sin and our need for a Savior.The Sinner's StateDead in the trespasses and sinsFollowersOf the worldOf SatanChildren of wrathThe Sinner's MeritOur Holy GodCreatorHolyGod's view of sinEveryone is born with and has earned eternal damnation in HellBut God2023-03-3054 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 13:8-14 - An Urgent Call to a Living Loving Sacrificial LifePaul calls the Christian to live a sacrificial life to God that is both rooted in love and is of urgency. A Sacrificial Life of Love (v8-10)Owe nothing except to love (v8a)Love fulfills the law (v8b-10)A Sacrificial Life of Urgency (v11-14)Be urgent to live for God (v11-12a)Be urgent to put off darkness (v12b-14)Be urgent to put on light (v12b-14)2023-03-2349 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 13:1-7 - A Living Sacrifice: Submission to Authorities Being a new creation, having a renewed mind, and living a life of sacrifice to God changes the way in which we ought to view, speak of, and interact with our governing authorities. The Commands (v1, 6-7)Christians are to be subject to their authoritiesChristians are to pay their taxesChristians are to give to others what is owedThe Resaons (v1-5)Resisting authorities is ultimately resisting GodThere are consequences for rebellionAuthorities are placed there for our goodFor the sake of your own conscience2023-03-1645 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 12:14-21 - A Living Sacrifice: Love for Our Enemies After talking about the love Christians must have for one another, Paul now shifts his attention and takes it a step further. Not only should the Christian love other Christians, but the Christian is also called to love their enemies.Love the enemy who persecutes (v14)Living a sacrificial life to God will bring on persecutionThe Christian is to respond to persecution with blessing, not cursesLove the enemy in these ways (v15-21)Love your enemy like you would another believer (v15-16)Love your...2023-02-2354 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 12:9-13 - A Living Sacrifice: Love for One AnotherIn light of the gospel, in light of how we are to live sacrificially for God, in light of using our spiritual gifts... we must have love for one another. In this passage, Paul defines the nature of love, as well as 9 ways in which the Christian can practice and live out love towards one another. The nature of love (v9)Love is genuineLove hates evilLove holds on to goodThe practice of love (v10-13)Show brotherly love toward one anotherShow...2023-02-1651 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 12:3-8 - Gracious Gifts Given for the Glory of God Every Christian has been graciously given spiritual gifts by God. These gifts are to be used for the edification of the body and ultimately for the glory of God. Given by His Grace (v3)Christians are to think rightly about themselvesChristians have been created by the powerful, wise hands of God Given for His Glory (v4-6)Christians are different parts of the same Body used for the same purposeChristians are to use the gifts that have been given to themGiven in...2023-02-0952 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 12:2 - The Renewed Mind of the Sacrificial LifeIf the Christian is going to live a sacrificial life to God, it starts with the renewal of their mind.Do not be conformedBut be transformedBy the renewal of your mindSo that you will be able to prove God's will 2023-02-0243 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 12:1 - Responding in Sacrifice Paul urges the Christian, in light of the gospel, to live a life of sacrifice to God. This week we will look at the reason for this sacrifice, and the attributes of this sacrifice. The reason for sacrifice The Christian lives a life of sacrifice because of the gospel. The Christian lives a life of sacrifice because they are already savedThe attributes of sacrifice It is a sacrifice of the body It is a sacrifice of living It is a sacrifice that is holy2023-01-2647 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupVarious Passages - The Love of ChristGuest speaker Jason Lefler teaches about the love of Christ, and how a genuine understanding relationship with Him will transform our sin life and our walk in this world.The Triune God 3 in one and their relationship to each otherGod's character Who Christ is as the SonWhat happens when we properly see Christ for who He really isHow this affects our relationship with HimHow this affects our sinHow this affects our relationship to the world in the form of outward...2023-01-1942 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWinter Camp '23: Session 4 - Jonah 4 - A Sinful Servant and a Gracious GodThe character of God's servantThe character of the servant's God2023-01-1752 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWinter Camp '23: Session 3 - Jonah 3 - The God of Second ChancesThe message of JonahThe repentance of NinevehThe mercy of God2023-01-1746 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWinter Camp '23: Session 2 - Jonah 2 - Digesting in the BellyRecognize your hopelessness apart from GodRecognize the emptiness of idolsRecognize the fruit of repentance2023-01-1745 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWinter Camp '23: Session 1 - Jonah 1 - The Rich Mercy of GodJonah's DisobediencePagan's RepentanceGod's Sovereignty 2023-01-1749 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupWinter Camp '23: Intro Session - Jonah 1-4Jonah 1-4A story of supernatural eventsA story of mercyA story of impartiality 2023-01-1741 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupVarious Passages - Life of Prayer: Part 2We conclude our 2-week series on a Life of Prayer. This week we look at the where, why, and how of prayer. WherePray privatelyPray publicly Why Prayer is a command from GodPrayer humbles usPrayer changes thingsPrayer glorifies GodHowPray by respectfully approaching your FatherPray by submitting everything to God as KingPray by laying your needs before GodPray by repenting of your sins...2023-01-1253 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupVarious Passages - Life of Prayer: Part 1We are starting a 2-week series on a "Life of Prayer". We will be looking at the who, what, when, where, why, and how of prayer. This week we will be focusing on the first three. WhoWho to pray to:We pray to God - The Creator, Sustainer, and Master of the universeWe pray to God - The Father of all Christians Who is to pray:Children of God pray to Him as their DaddyChildren of God pray to Him with confidence 2023-01-0552 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupLuke 2:8-20 - Christmas Message - The Message of the AngelsIn this Christmas devotional, we will be examining the message the angels gave to the shepherds as recorded in Luke 2. The description of the messageIt is good newsIt is of great joyThe Center of the message Born a Savior who is Christ the LordThis Savior, Messiah, King is lying in a mangerThe result of the messageGlory to God in the highest!A life of worship to God2022-12-1522 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupLuke 23:26-43 - The Gift of ForgivenessGuest Speaker Roger Chu speaks on the gift of forgiveness. 2022-12-0834 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 11:25-36 - God's Glory in SalvationPaul comes to the climax of his argument that God is completely sovereign over all things, including His plan of salvation. As he closes his argument, Paul highlights the mercy of God and outbursts into a doxology. The Mystery of God's Mercy (v25-32) God has a purposed plan for His people.God's people should not be spiritually prideful, but instead should extend mercy to all.Soli Deo Gloria (v33-36)Who God is ought to bring you to the glory and praise of God.What God...2022-12-0155 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 11:11-24 - God's Unbreakable Plan of Salvation Paul shows how Jews and Gentiles are different from one another, and yet united together as one in Christ. In doing so, we will examine five aspects of God's plan of salvation for His people. Jealousy for God (11-14) Promise of God (12-16)Grace of God (17-20)Severity of God (21-22)Kindness of God (22-24)2022-11-1750 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth Group1 John 5:1-5 - That You May Know Ethan Franklin teaches from the book of 1 John on Christian Assurance. Doctrine Obedience Love2022-11-101h 05TYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth Group2 Corinthians 7:8-11a - Repentance Damon Duncan teaches on "Repentance". True repentance involves a heartfelt conviction of sin... contrition over the offense... a turning away from the sinful way of life, and MOST IMPORTANTLY a turning toward Christ.The Corinthians "Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation""Worldly sorrow brings death"David He immediately went to God and worshipped David loved God, repented of his sins, accepted the consequences of the sins, and continued to love God... he relied on God... he worshipped God continuously Peter and Judas2022-11-0339 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 11:1-10 - Trusting in the Promise and Power of GodGod has not failed to keep His promises, even to the Jews, as there are those who have been and will be saved. This salvation is given by grace alone and is always part of God's sovereign will. God: The Promise Keeper (v1-5)Paul is an example of God's faithfulness in keeping His promisesThe remnant is an example of God's faithfulness in keeping His promisesGod: The Giver of Salvation (v6-10)Salvation is only obtained by the grace of GodSalvation is given according...2022-10-2742 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 10:14-21 - How Do You Handle It?In this passage, Paul talks about the importance of preaching the gospel to others, while at the same time making it clear that there will be many who will reject this gospel. Outline:The Proclamation of the Gospel (14-17)The gospel must be proclaimed The gospel will be rejected The Invitation of the Gospel (18-21)God has clearly revealed Himself in the gospelGod is a patient God2022-10-0652 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 10:5-13 - The Message of True SalvationPaul continues to explain how Israel has rejected their need for a Messiah to save them from their sins because of their own self-righteousness. In this passage, we see the heart of salvation (what it is and what it isn't) and we see the extent of salvation (who it is for, and what implications it creates).The Heart of Salvation (5-10)Righteousness based on works leads to deathRighteousness based on faith leads to lifeThe Extent of Salvation (11-13)Jesus gives salvation to all who call upon His...2022-09-2945 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 10:1-4 - The Ignorance of Israel In this passage, we once again see Paul's heart for Israel as he explains that their zeal and righteousness were misdirected. Instead, he points them to where their gaze ought to be, which is the person and work of Jesus Christ. Paul's Heart (v1)Paul desires for Israel to be saved Israel's Misdirection (v2-3)Israel's zeal is misdirected Israel's righteousness is misdirected Christ's Righteousness (v4) Christ's righteousness is complete 2022-09-2251 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 9:25-33 - God's Promise of Salvation Paul shows that God has always had a plan for salvation, and that plan has never changed. Salvation for the Gentiles (25-26)Israel's rejection of Christ as the Messiah was foreknown Salvation from God extends to the Gentiles Salvation for the Remnant (27-29)A remnant of Israel will be saved God promises to save and to judge Salvation by Grace through Faith (30-33)Salvation is not based on works but by faithChrist is our Rock 2022-09-1551 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 9:6-24 - God's Sovereign Plan of SalvationIn this passage, we see God's sovereign plan of salvation displayed in His election, His mercy, and His glory. God's Election (6-13)God elects His children based on His own willGod's election is an act of God's graceGod's Mercy (14-18)God is a God of mercyGod is the giver of salvationGod's Glory (19-24)God's ways are greater than our waysGod's glory will be revealed 2022-09-0856 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 9:1-5 - O for the Love of Israel In this passage, we see Paul's deep anguish and concern for Israel's rejection of Christ, and we see the advantages that Israel does indeed have by being God's chosen people. Anguish for Israel (v1-3)Paul's genuine love for othersPaul's sacrificial love for othersAdvantages for Israel (v4-5)These advantages have valueThese advantages do not save2022-09-0145 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:31-39 - Eternally Secured in HimIn this passage, we see that nothing can separate the Christian from the love of God. The Christian's salvation is totally and completely secure in Him.God will not separate us (31-32)God is for usGod has given us His SonOur sin will not separate us (33-34)God has cleared us of all chargesJesus is victoriously interceding for us Hardships will not separate us (35-37)The love of Jesus is greater than all hardshipsWe are more than...2022-08-2950 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:29-30 - God's Work of Secured Salvation This week we look at what is often referred to as the "golden chain of salvation". In this chain, we see five links that show us God's incredible work in salvation and the complete security the Christian has in their salvation. God foreknew God predestinedGod calledGod justified God glorified 2022-08-1847 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:28 - God's Great Promise and PlanThis week we look at one of the most beloved verses in all of Romans. It is a tremendously comforting verse as we see God's great promise and plan for His people. The Content of God's Great Promise and PlanPower: God causes all things to work together for good (28b)Sovereignty: God's designed purpose will be carried out (28d)The Extent of God's Great Promise and PlanThis promise is for the Christian only (28c)The Christian can confidently trust in the promises of God (28a)2022-08-1148 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:19-27 - A Cry for Deliverance In this passage, we see the groanings of creation, believers, and the Holy Spirit. All of which points us to the hope we have in God. Creation Groans (v19-22)Creation waits for the revealing of the sons of GodCreation was unwillingly subjected to futility Creation will be set free from this bondageBelievers Groan (v23-25)Believers eagerly wait for the full redemption of their bodiesBelievers have an assured hope in the promises of GodSpirit Groans (v26-27)2022-08-0447 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupVarious Passages - Biblical Conviction This week, Connor Greene will be teaching on biblical conviction and looking at examples from Daniel, Esther, and the Gospels, of what it looks like to stand up for your faith, especially when facing opposition to God's Word. Daniel's ResolveEsther's Commitment Jesus as our Example2022-07-2139 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupVarious Passages - SurrenderGuest speaker Josiah Patterson teaches on what it means to surrender your life to Christ.The Object (Ex. 34:5-7)The Cost (Phil. 2:1-11)The Action (Lk. 9:23-24)2022-07-1439 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupLuke 9:57-62 - Three Commands to being a Christian DiscipleGuest speaker Alex Ayala teaches on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ.Be a Pilgrim (v57-58)Follow Jesus (v59-60)Do not look back (v61-62)2022-07-0746 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupProverbs 3:5-6 - God's Will Be DoneGuest Speaker Damon Duncan teaches on the will of God. How do we know if we are in God's will? What if we have a decision to make and we choose the opposite of what God "wanted" me to choose? Can God's will be thwarted? Who/What we put our trust in is paramount Leaning on anything but Jesus is futile Christians acknowledge God in their liveGod will sanctify you2022-06-3052 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:17-18 - Christian Inheritance Those that are children of God have an inheritance waiting for them. We will see how having your mind set on your inheritance dramatically changes how you live your life here on earth. The source of our inheritance: All children of God are heirs of GodAll children of God are heirs with ChristThe promise of our inheritance:The promise of future gloryThe promise of present sufferingThe perspective of our inheritance: Consider that it is not worth comparing2022-06-2350 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '22 - Session 7: Free to ForgiveThis sermon is by Dr. Max Shelnutt from the series "Free Indeed".2022-06-1954 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '22 - Session 6: Free to Be WeakThis sermon is by Dr. Max Shelnutt from the series "Free Indeed".2022-06-1959 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '22 - Session 5: Free to Draw NearThis sermon is by Dr. Max Shelnutt from the series "Free Indeed".2022-06-1957 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '22 - Session 4: Free to FailThis sermon is by Dr. Max Shelnutt from the series "Free Indeed".2022-06-1955 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '22 - Session 3: Free to Stop TryingThis sermon is by Dr. Max Shelnutt from the series "Free Indeed".2022-06-191h 06TYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '22 - Session 2: Free to HopeThis sermon is by Dr. Max Shelnutt from the series "Free Indeed".2022-06-191h 01TYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupSummer Camp '22 - Session 1: Free to RepentThis sermon is by Dr. Max Shelnutt from the series "Free Indeed".2022-06-1957 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:14-16 - The Family of GodAs Paul continues his argument of the Christian's full assurance of salvation, he explains one of the most beautiful and intimate truths of the believer's relationship with God... That of a beloved child. We will examine what it means to be part of the family of God.To be part of the family of God means to:Be led by the Spirit (v14)Have brothers and sisters (v14)Be adopted as a child of God (v15)No longer be a slave to fear (v15)Cry out to...2022-06-0245 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:5-13 - The Agent of ChangeIn this passage, Paul talks about the power of the Holy Spirit. We will see that the change of nature (caused by the Holy Spirit) results in a change in how we live our life (empowered by the Holy Spirit). The Change in Nature (5-11):Those in the flesh set their minds on the flesh, those in the Spirit set their minds on the Spirit.Those in the flesh are hostile to God, those in the Spirit are indwelt by God.Those in the flesh cannot please God, those in the...2022-05-2647 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 8:1-4 - The Best OneAt the start of one of the most beloved chapters in all of Scripture, we see a beautiful description of the gospel, and the effective work the gospel has in the Christian's life. The Magnificent Truth (v1):Truth: This magnificent truth is only for the Chrisitan Truth: There is no condemnation for the ChristianTruth: There has been a positional change for the Christian The Trinitarian Work (v2-3):God the Father: The Author and Judge God the Son: The Substitute and Redeemer...2022-05-1246 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 7:14-25 - Waging WarWhat does it look like to mature in Christ? Is it becoming more aware of how good you have become, or is it becoming more aware of how sinful you are and how desperate you need the grace of God? In this passage, we see an inside look at Paul's inward wrestle and agony of his own sin.The Battle Within (v14-23):The mature Christian knows his insufficienciesThe mature Christian hates his sinThe mature Christian desires to obey GodThe Victory Won (v24-25):...2022-05-0647 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 7:7-13 - The Goodness of the LawIn response to saying that the Christian is no longer bound to the law but is now bound to Christ, Paul makes clear that the law is still good. Paul shows us the purpose of the law and the fruit of the law, ultimately showing us our great need for Christ. The purpose of the law (v7-8)The law reveals sin (7)The law awakens sin (8)The fruit of the law (v9-13)The law exposes the death that already resides within (9-11)The law points us...2022-04-1445 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupPhilippians 1-3 - Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel of ChristOur guest speaker, Pastor Jim Franklin, teaches from the book of Phillippians about "Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel of Christ". Paul's Conviction (1:21)Paul's Mindset (2:5-11)Paul's Treasure (3:7-8)2022-04-0741 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 7:1-6 - Bound and Set FreePaul provides an illustration to show how the Christian is no longer bound by the law, but instead is free from that bondage and is now bound to Christ and is free to live for Him. The Old and New Union (v1-4):Death breaks the binding power of the law (v1-2)Death provides freedom for a new union (v3-4)The Old and New Life (v5-6):This new life brings death to the old self (v5) This new life releases us from the bondage...2022-03-3143 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 6:19-23 - Two PathsPaul lays out two different paths: One path, in which the Christian was once on, and a new path that the Christian is now on. The path of sin (which is our natural path apart from Christ) leads to destruction. The path of God (which is only possible through Christ) leads to victory. The Path of Sin:Leads to more sinIs free from righteousnessResults in deathThe Path of God:Leads to sanctification Is free from sinResults in life2022-03-2446 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 6:15-18 - The Reality of SlaveryFreedom from the law and living under grace does not lead to sin, but instead leads to becoming a slave of God, which leads to righteousness and obedience. In this passage, we will see 4 truths about what it means to be a slave, as we self asses under whose chains we belong. Everyone is a slaveYour slavery leads to either death or righteousnessGod is the only one who can redeem youThose who have been redeemed take a new form 2022-03-0346 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 6:11-14 - Living in Light of God's GraceThis is the first time in Paul's epistle that he urges his readers to do something. We will see in this passage four imperatives as to how the Christian is to live in light of being united with Christ, followed by one indicative reminding us of the grace we have received. The Command (v11-13):Christian: Be confident - that you are dead to sin and alive to GodChristian: Do not - let sin reign in your lifeChristian: Do not - live as an instrument of unrighteousness ...2022-02-2441 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 6:5-10 - United with HimVerse 5 serves as a thesis statement, "For if we have been united with Him in a death like His, we shall certainly be united with Him in a resurrection like His". We will see how Paul develops this idea of the Christian's union with Christ in His death and resurrection. United in Christ's Death (v6-7)Those united to Christ have died to their old selfThose united to Christ are no longer enslaved to sin United in Christ's Life (v8-10)Those united to Christ have victory over...2022-02-1746 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 6:1-4 - The Transforming Power of God's GraceIn this passage, we will look at the amazing grace found in the gospel of Jesus Christ. And then we will see how that gospel, and being united with Christ, makes a true impact on how we live our life. A Gospel of Grace (v1-2)The true gospel of Jesus Christ overflows with graceThe true gospel of Jesus Christ causes transformation A Newness of Life (v3-4)The true Christian has union with Christ The true Christian walks in newness of life 2022-02-1045 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 5:12-21 - Adam vs ChristPaul addresses some of the world's biggest questions: Why is there sin and death in this world? And what is the solution? In this passage, we will see what it means to be in Adam and what it means to be in the New Adam, Jesus Christ.Outline:In AdamIn Adam we have sinIn Adam we have deathIn Adam we have defeatIn ChristIn Christ we have forgivenessIn Christ we have lifeIn Christ we have...2022-02-0344 minTYG - The Youth GroupTYG - The Youth GroupRomans 5:6-11 - The Deep Love of GodPaul continues to talk about the blessings for those who are truly justified. In these verses, he paints a dark, but true picture of the natural heart of man. In doing so, he then clearly shows the amazing and great love of God. The Dark Side: OurselvesThe natural human is powerlessThe natural human is ungodlyThe natural human is a sinnerThe natural human is an enemy The Bright Side: GodGod's love is displayed despite our wretchednessGod's love is...2022-01-2739 min