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The Discipleship PathwayThe Discipleship PathwaySurvival at 24 in 2024 (with Zach Everly)Matt Dennings and Zach Everly have a conversation about the dynamics of being a young adult and engaging in discipleship in our time. 2024-10-2253 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe LawDoes the Law given to Israel at Mount Sinai matter to us today? The Law, showing us how to relate to a holy God and others He has created, is woven into the very fabric of the world. It restrains societal sin, points us to Christ, and serves as a norm for conduct. In this sermon, listen as Matt explains the goodness and relevance of God’s laws in helping us relate to Him and His creation.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2024-06-0347 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchPraising Through The PhasesAs we go through different phases of our faith and discipleship, our one constant is a praiseworthy God. Yesterday, we opened back up to Exodus 15 as Matt walked through the triumphant song of Moses and the Israelites after their deliverance from Egypt. As we reflected on Christ’s righteous victory over His enemies, His substitutionary atonement on our behalf, and His holy character, we were reminded to embrace whatever circumstance we find ourselves in and praise God for His hand in every phase.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.an...2024-05-1347 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Disciple's PracticesJust as we put on clothes that identify us as people with certain lifestyles, habits, and attitudes, our spiritual disciplines and practices are the means by which we become a new type of person - a person shaped by the example of Jesus. Matt Dennings walks through Ephesians 4:20-24, showing us how Christ has made it possible for us to put off our old selves, put on the new, and begin walking in a life full of potential and hope as we become more like Him.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us...2024-05-0643 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Disciple's PlanDo you ever find yourself running through life without direction or a plan? In a world that constantly pulls us away from Jesus and desires that war for our attention and time, we need a plan to help us focus our lives and remember that we exist for the glory of God. As we continue our series on discipleship at Anthem, Matt Dennings shares from Ephesians 5:14-17 the importance of having a plan to use our time wisely and a resource we are making available to help you make a plan to prioritize what matters most: following Jesus in...2024-04-2939 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchGroups As ButtressesAs a buttress reinforces and supports a structure, Gospel-centered community reinforces grace and truth in our everyday lives. Do you have relationships that retell the story of God’s grace in your life and help you take your next steps towards Christ? Matt Dennings unpacks from 1 Timothy 3:14-15 what it means for the church to be a pillar and buttress of the truth and how to choose a group at Anthem that will help you pursue sharpening relationships within the church body. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.co...2024-04-2245 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchTraining In GodlinessWe train for things that matter to us. Whether it’s physical training, academic endeavors, or professional ventures, we incorporate planning and rhythms into our lives that press us towards our goals. As followers of Jesus seeking to become more like Him, we need training, and 1 Timothy 4:7-10 tells us this spiritual training is of supreme value. Matt Dennings kicks off our Discipleship Pathway series by unpacking  1 Timothy 4:7-10 and outlining some next steps for how you can incorporate a plan and practices to press on towards deeper life with Jesus.---For more resources and information fro...2024-04-0845 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Calf And The CoveringWhen entangled with guilt and shame, what can we look to that truly makes us righteous before a holy God?  The Passover points us to the idea of a sacrifice of atonement - God’s plan and prescription for the righteousness we lack. Matt unpacks the significance of the blood on the doorposts in Exodus 12, how it points to Christ’s atoning sacrifice, and how we can apply this forgiveness to others in our lives.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2024-03-2537 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Plagues Of Darkness And DeathIn the last plague on Egypt in Exodus 10:21-11:10, a culture idolizing immortality is confronted with the sting of death and darkness. As we find ourselves in an anxious culture similarly reinforcing the idea that we can achieve immortality through achievement, tranquilization with the trivial, or technology, we can take much hope in the God who sets us free from the fear of death through the death of Christ on the cross. Listen as Matt unpacks this, helping us learn how to stop running from death and start running towards life in Christ.---For more resources...2024-03-1857 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Plagues Of Hail And LocustsWe all desire approval and dislike rejection, but what do we become as we seek approval as our ultimate means to achieve our desired life? In the plagues of hail and locusts, we see the false gods of Egypt exposed for their transactional nature and the hunger and brokenness that result. In this sermon on Exodus 9:13-10:20, Matt shows us how the pursuit of approval leads to crises in our modern day and how the liberating truth of our union with Christ frees us from the exhausting pursuit of proving ourselves.---For more resources and information...2024-03-111h 01Anthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Plagues Of Livestock And BoilsIn our attempts to control our lives as we grasp for protection, power, and provision, we often unleash more chaos into our lives and the lives of those around us. Listen as Matt walks through Exodus 9:1-12, showing how the plagues of livestock and boils point us to the captivity of the idol of control, but ultimately, the Father whose loving and sovereign control over all things liberates us.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2024-03-0451 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Plague Of IrritantsDoes abundance always lead to satisfaction? If so, in a world full of seemingly endless possibilities of what we can do or become, why do we find ourselves confused, exhausted, and irritated? In Exodus 8, we see the consequences of the false claim that abundance will always satisfy, and the countercultural solution: choosing the right constraints and commitments in alignment with the true God of abundance. Listen below as Pastor Matt Dennings preaches from Exodus 8 on the plagues of irritants and the liberation Christ offers his people.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit...2024-02-2643 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchMaking Bricks Without StrawAs the Israelites are enslaved in Egypt in Exodus 5, Pharaoh responds to Moses’ pleas for their release by eliminating their resources and imposing greater burdens on their labor. They find themselves charged to make bricks from straw - overwhelmed, anxious, and left with no time or energy to clearly remember or reflect on the promises of God. In our day, we are similarly told to make bricks without straw as we are told to build our identities without any standard or framework for truth rooted in a loving and just Creator. Listen as Matt Dennings unpacks from Exodus 5 the im...2024-02-0545 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchEncountering The LiberatorIn the story of the burning bush in Exodus 3, we see God reveal His holy, compassionate, and faithful character to Moses in the midst of his day-to-day responsibilities and hardships. Often, we walk through our days with assumptions about God that hold us captive, but He sets us free as we look to Him and learn His unchanging character. Listen as Matt Dennings shares three liberating truths that allow us to find real freedom to live for our ultimate purpose: God’s glory. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.an...2024-01-2141 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Assumptions That Keep Us CaptiveAs we seek comfort for our captive, guilt-ridden souls, there are cultural assumptions and myths about where and what freedom is that exist everywhere we look. Egypt, in Moses’ day was no different. As the story of Moses in Exodus 2 confronted Egyptian myths, so also we see how Christ offers a countercultural liberation and comfort for our captive souls today. Listen as Matt Dennings explores the assumptions that keep us captive and the truth of Christ that sets us free.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2024-01-1546 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiberation From CaptivityMatt Dennings kicks off our series in Exodus 1, drawing parallels between the oppression faced by the Israelites and the need for liberation in our lives today. Emphasizing the midwives' courage and the theme of eternal liberation through Jesus, he highlighted the transformative power of allegiance to a true Savior. As we start our series, we are encouraged to consider the relevance of the Exodus narrative in addressing our current areas of captivity and finding lasting liberation in Christ.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2024-01-0737 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchFinding Joy in God's PromisesIs joy a realistic expectation for our daily lives, or is it a sentimental idea we reserve for the holiday season? In Luke 1:39-56, we see that joy truly has entered into our stories in the person of Jesus Christ and that we always have access to that joy through the promises of God. Listen to Matt’s sermon to hear him unpack three promises of God we see outlined in the passage and how those promises help us magnify the source of our joy.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at ht...2023-12-1145 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchWhy We GoWe go deeper into the heart of God by going outward into the harvest. We concluded our series on discipleship by discussing the importance of going as laborers and sharing the Gospel with those around us. Matt Dennings guided us through Matthew 9:35-38, helping us understand how engaging with our neighbors helps align our hearts with the Lord of the harvest.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-11-1350 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchWhy We GoWe go deeper into the heart of God by going outward into the harvest. We concluded our series on discipleship by discussing the importance of going as laborers and sharing the Gospel with those around us. Matt Dennings guided us through Matthew 9:35-38, helping us understand how engaging with our neighbors helps align our hearts with the Lord of the harvest.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-11-1350 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchHow We Run in the GrindHave you found a pace with the Lord that enables you to run your race with endurance? Yesterday, lead pastor Matt Dennings guided us through Hebrews 12:1-2, emphasizing the significance of developing a training regimen as we run well. Take a listen as he unpacks the importance of doctrine, disciplines, and dominion as essential tools in our journey to thrive in the daily grind of an abundant life with Christ.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-11-0646 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchWhy We Do GroupsWe were created to thrive in meaningful relationships that affirm the story of God’s grace in our lives. Sadly, we often settle for unhealthy relationships that lack the necessary balance of grace and truth. In yesterday's sermon, Matt walked us through Acts 2:42-47 and the importance of groups in discipleship. By committing ourselves to worship with one another, gather as family, and be on mission, we can grow together and experience the fullness of God's grace in our lives.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-11-0250 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchWhy We GatherWhy do we gather at church on Sundays? We gather every Sunday to remember the story of God’s grace to us in Christ and experience that grace through the fellowship of believers. Listen as Matt Dennings unpacks Hebrews 10:19-25 on how engaging in the church gathering helps emancipate us from the fictions in our lives.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-10-2348 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchDon't Lose the PlotThis week, we kicked off a new sermon series in Luke 24:13-35. As Jesus’ disciples process his death and resurrection, Jesus intercepts them and helps them rediscover the plot. Who gets to narrate your life? Matt Dennings encourages us to look to Scripture to anchor ourselves and be reminded of the greater storyline of God's redemption.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-10-1649 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Letter to LaodiceaSelf-reliance tells us we have all that we need, and this prevents us from fervent commitment to Christ. However, when we invite Christ to meet our most vulnerable needs, we experience the true riches He offers. In the last week of our Revelation sermon series, Matt Dennings preaches through Revelation 3:14-22 on the letter to the church in Laodicea. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-10-0941 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Letter to PhiladelphiaWhat doors do you desire for God to open? In our pursuits, we can often miss the open doors Jesus has already set before us. He has placed people in our lives who we are not to see as inconveniences but as opportunities for Kingdom impact. Listen as Matt Dennings shares Christ’s intentional words to the church in Philadelphia in Revelation 3:7-13 and encourages us to focus on a legacy that truly matters. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-10-0246 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Letter to the Church at SardisWhen we honestly assess our lives, are we spiritually alive or do we settle for dying to live? As Jesus calls the spiritually dying church in Sardis to wake up and strengthen what remains, He calls us today. Listen as Matt Dennings shares Christ’s intentional words to the church in Sardis in Revelation 3:1-6. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-09-2541 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Letter to the Church at ThyatiraGod invites us to a life of joy and eternal impact. Sin, like the sirens in ancient mythology, fights for our attention and energy to divert us from this abundant life. What will it take to hold fast to Christ, being faithful in the small things and eventually in larger areas of Kingdom influence? Matt Dennings shares Christ’s intentional words to the church in Thyatira in Revelation 2:18-29. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-09-1851 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Letter to the Church at PergamumWhen we are double-minded, assenting to some truths of Scripture while ignoring others, we forfeit freedom and intimacy with Christ. God confronts our double-minded lives with the double-edged sword of His Word - challenging us to repent, respond to His voice, and take hold of the gift of life with Him. Listen as Matt Dennings shares what Christ has to say to the church in Pergamum in Revelation 2:12-17 and how it applies today.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-09-1848 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Letter to the Church at SmyrnaHow do we know we are prepared to stand against pressure or even persecution for our faith in Christ? When trouble comes, we trust that God uses the resistance we experience to refine us, and we resolve to believe our true riches come from knowing God Himself. Listen as Matt Dennings shares the call to perseverance from the letter to Smyrna in Revelation 2:8-11. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-09-0451 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Letter to the Church in EphesusIn the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation, Jesus entrusts the believers of then and today with intentional words that form intentional people. This week, Matt Dennings kicked off our series in the seven letters of Revelation with the message to the church in Ephesus in Revelation 2:1-7.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-08-2844 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchPack the KindlingWhen we call out to idols, we receive only silence in response. When we call out to the true and living God, He shows up powerfully. In 1 Kings 18:17-40, we see God confront the false gods of the day by sending a consuming fire. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches this passage and encourages us to ‘pack the kindling’ as we ask for God to send the fire of His presence. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-08-2140 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Power and Work of God in PrayerGod is full of power, which means we are called to be people full of prayer.  As we pray for our family members, coworkers, and friends to know Christ, we must realize the power rests on God and see others with the compassion He has for them. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches from Mark 9:2-29 on the power and work of God in prayer. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-08-1442 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Stewarded Life: Lay the BricksIt matters what we build our lives on. If the Lord is not the foundation of our efforts, Psalm 127:1-2 tells us it will all be in vain. Closing our sermon series on the Stewarded Life, Matt Dennings helps us consider God’s grace as this solid foundation as we determine which areas of our lives to focus on building. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-08-0739 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Stewarded Life: Stewarding SexAs we see in Genesis 2:18-25, God has given us a beautiful design for sex in the context of a marriage between man and woman. From the beginning, this design was meant for our delight and His glory. However, we also recognize that we all come to the topic of sex from various places: joy, delight, frustration, difficulty, regret, pain, shame, or guilt. This week, Matt Dennings discussed stewardship of this complex and beautiful gift as we continued our Stewarded Life series.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia...2023-06-0557 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Stewarded Life: Stewarding Our BodyHow should we think about the physical bodies we live in? As we discover the truth about our bodies in Scripture, we discover God’s delight in His personal creation and desire for us to care for the bodies He has specifically appointed for each one of us. Matt Dennings preaches about the relationships we have with our physical bodies and how we are to live in light of 1 Timothy 4:8-10. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-05-221h 00Anthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Stewarded Life: Stewarding Our EmotionsIn Psalm 42, we see the Psalmist speaking hope to his soul rather than letting his low emotional state guide him to misperceive reality. We, too, are called to use our emotions as a gauge to show us areas we need to submit to the Lord rather than submitting to or avoiding our emotions. Listen as Matt Dennings unpacks how to steward our emotions as patterned for us in Psalm 42.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-05-1539 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Stewarded Life: Stewarding Our SoulGod created us not merely as physical beings, but as spiritual beings as well. We are called to steward our spiritual lives to the glory of God. Matt Dennings continues The Stewarded Life series in Psalm 27 and explains what it looks like to tend to our souls. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-05-0844 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Stewarded Life: Is Your Life Focused on What Matters Most?This summer, we will be looking at the different domains of life we are called to steward according to God’s design. Matt Dennings began our series, The Stewarded Life, with a sermon unpacking the purpose we were created for as outlined in Genesis 1:26-29 and how we can fulfill that purpose through active investment and an eternal perspective. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-05-0142 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Longing For God Knows WhatWe long to be reunited with our Creator and the very thing we long for, we find in Jesus. Because of Jesus’ death and resurrection, we live with an invitation to come to God through Jesus. When you approach the risen Christ, what holds you back from being reunited with your Creator? Matt Dennings walks through John 19:37-20:18 on the God who personally calls us by name.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-04-1040 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Misunderstood---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-04-0343 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Mockery---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-03-2742 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Condemnation---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-03-201h 06Anthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Contempt---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-03-1348 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: BetrayalThe gospel informs our response to betrayal, even at the hands of our closest friends or against the people we love most. In John 18:1-14, we see how Jesus Himself responds to both the betrayer and the betrayed. Yesterday, Matt Dennings spoke on how God’s complete justice meets His lavish mercy at the cross.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-02-2846 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Turning Up The MusicWe are energized and driven by the ‘soundtracks’ that play in the backgrounds of our lives. Yesterday, Matt Dennings preached on John 17:1-5 and explained how when we turn up the volume on God’s voice in our lives through His Word, we live an abundant life in tune with our Creator.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-02-1346 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Abide (Part 2): SpeakWe are not placed in our workplaces, schools, neighborhoods, or cities by accident. What if speaking the truths of the Gospel had the potential to gain not only the souls of those around us, but also our own? Yesterday, Matt Dennings walked through John 15:18-16:4 on speaking by the Spirit as we bear witness to Christ.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-01-301h 01Anthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Abide (Part 1)When we attach ourselves to counterfeit sources of life, we find ourselves sapped of spiritual vitality and separated from God. When we abide in Christ, we live lives of eternal significance, producing spiritual fruit as we are cared for and pruned by a loving Father. Matt Dennings walks through John 15:1-17 on how and why we abide in Christ.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-01-2351 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: What We Need To Navigate TroublesWhen navigating our daily troubles, we can look to Jesus to learn where we are going and how we get there. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 14:1-14 on Jesus as the Way, the Truth, and the Life.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2023-01-0946 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchA Weary World SearchesWhere do you find affirmation? As evidenced by the brilliant star that appeared at Christ's birth, we have a God who delights in and affirms His Son. When we become children of God, we gain an affirmation we could never earn or achieve as we stand justified in Christ. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through Matthew 2:1-6 on finding the the affirmation we seek in the loving gaze of God our Father. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-12-1251 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchA Weary World StoryThe joy of the Christmas season seems to give us a small glimpse of shalom - of things the way they are meant to be. While the season is fleeting, we can delight in the fact that God has brought a true and eternal shalom to us in Jesus Christ. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through Matthew 1:1-17 on the lineage of Jesus, our long-awaited Prince of Peace. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-11-2843 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Key to Letting GoWe are called to take hold of that which is truly satisfying, beautiful, and glorious - Christ Jesus. However, we must first let go of lesser things. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 12:27-43 on letting go of the temporary kingdom of this world to take hold of the eternal Kingdom of our God.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-11-1450 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Call to DieIf we lose our lives for the sake of Christ, we will truly find life the way it is meant to be. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 12:1-36 on the countercultural Kingdom influence that Jesus calls us to pursue above all worldly influence.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-11-0753 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Rumbling of DeathIn the story of Lazarus, we see Jesus demonstrate His love for His people and His power over death. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 11:1-54 on the resurrection of Lazarus and the life Jesus provides now and forevermore.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-10-3152 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: By Whose Hand Are You Saved?When we pick up stones in our hearts to defend our agendas or ideologies, we forfeit the peace found when we pray for our enemies and allow God to enact His perfect justice and mercy. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 10:22-42 about anchoring ourselves in the secure hands of a good Father as we trust His salvation and not our own.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-10-2446 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Punching Holes in the DarknessWhen the darkness around us and within us is overwhelming, we can take comfort in God as the Light who came to penetrate the darkness. Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 8:12-30 on Jesus as the light of the world.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-09-271h 02Anthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Unpolluted Presence of GodWe have a God who desires to draw near to us. What is it that prevents us from hearing His voice? Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 7:1-13 on Jesus at the Feast of Booths and what we learn from this passage about how to walk in greater awareness of God's presence. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-09-1945 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Moment of DecisionThe words of Jesus have the power to govern reality. Our desires, on the other hand, make promises they have no power to keep. When we watch others walk away from following Christ and our desires wage war against us, how can we remain steadfast in following the One who truly holds life? Listen as Matt Dennings teaches through John 6:60-71 on seeking understanding in God's Word by faith. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-09-1247 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Call to ContributeAs Jesus multiplied the contribution of five barley loaves and two fishes to satisfy the masses, we can trust Him as we ask Him to meet the deep spiritual needs of the restless crowds that surround us in our day. Matt Dennings continues our sermon series in John 6:1-21 and encourages us to contribute our skills and gifts in full dependence on Christ's provision and power.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-08-2946 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchVision SundayThe uncertainty of engaging with the restless in our city, workplace, and campus can seem to us as difficult as venturing into the wilderness. However, as we see in Exodus, God has a history of going before His people in the wilderness and paving a way forward. For Vision Sunday, pastor Matt Dennings walks through Exodus 3:1-15 and challenges us to pursue renewal in our own lives as we remove the obstacles that hold us back from showing neighbors how to find life in Jesus. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at...2022-08-2248 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchMission SundayEvery year, we like to pause for two weeks to focus on our mission and vision as a church. We believe that Jesus has defined the mission of the church for us in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20).  For Mission Sunday, pastor Matt Dennings distills how Anthem's mission of helping people know, love, and obey Jesus parallels this important shared calling we have as believers.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-08-1550 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchWise PatriotismHow should we think about patriotism as Christ-followers? Though our ultimate citizenship is in heaven, we know God has providentially placed us in the nation we live. Matt Dennings continued our series in Proverbs as he walked us through how we can exercise patriotism wisely and biblically.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-07-0550 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchHow to Find WisdomIn a world where there is more information than ever before and knowledge is readily accessible, there is a decline in wisdom. In response to this we must live with God's truth applied to every aspect of our lives. Listen as pastor Matt Dennings begins our new series on finding wisdom in Proverbs.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-06-0645 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchEncountering God Over Personal PreferenceChurch reminds us of and reorients us to the truth of the Gospel. When God's people gather, we are meant to encounter God through the retelling of His story of redemption. Matt Dennings helps us understand how we do this as a church as he teaches the value of 'Encountering God Over Personal Expectations.'---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-05-3149 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchAll People Over My PeopleRevelation 7:9 describes a great multitude of people from every nation, tribe, and language standing before the throne of God. It is because of His love for all people that we too, as Anthem, value all of humanity over those that are just similar to us.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-05-0945 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchActive Engagement Over Passive WithdrawalIn this week's sermon on our values, pastor Matt Dennings addresses how we engage with the culture around us. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-05-0252 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchGod's Word Over Our OpinionAs we take a break in our series on the Gospel of John, we will be looking at our values as Anthem Church. Pastor Matt Dennings begins with the value of taking God's word over our own opinions.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-04-251h 01The Salt Company ColumbiaThe Salt Company Columbia"Love is Love"Matt Dennings2022-04-241h 04Anthem ChurchAnthem ChurchGreetings"And behold, Jesus met them and said, "Greetings!" And they came up and took hold of his feet and worshiped him." Join us for pastor Matt Dennings' teaching on Matthew 28:1-10 and the celebration of Jesus' resurrection this Easter.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-04-1847 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: God 101In his sermon on John 5:18-29, pastor Matt Dennings speaks on the restlessness found in the world around us today as people try to define life without God. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-04-0356 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: What To Do With Your DesperationDesperation surfaces when we reach the end of our own sufficiency and often leaves us scrambling. But, Jesus invites us to bring our needs to him because he is always enough. Hear pastor Matt Dennings teach on this through John 4:46-54.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-03-2156 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: How to Lead Someone to Living WaterWe all have a thirst in our soul that can only be satisfied by God alone. But, we often miss the thirst of others around us and perceive it as a threat instead. Reading from John 4:1-45, pastor Matt Dennings teaches on how to help others quench their thirst. ---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-03-1458 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: Born From Above“Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (John 3:3) Being born into this broken world, we often seek kingdoms of our own desires. Yet no life other than life in Jesus will fulfill and we must be born again in Him so that we may find the kingdom of God. Listen as pastor Matt Dennings teaches on this and the rest of John 3:1-21.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-03-0147 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Counter-Intuitive CleansingAs we move along in the Gospel of John, pastor Matt Dennings takes us to John 2:1-12.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-02-1445 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Search for Heaven on EarthWe often attach ourselves to things or people that we believe will provide for us, a sense of heaven on earth. However, the only true heaven on earth comes from what Jesus brings to us. Listen in to hear pastor Matt Dennings unpack this more as he teaches from John 1:43-51.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-02-0743 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: How to Behold GloryPicking up in John 1:6-18, Pastor Matt Dennings preaches on how we can see the glory of God in Jesus Christ and have life-change as a result.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-01-1753 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Gospel of John: The Invitation to LifeKicking off a new series in the gospel of John, Pastor Matt Dennings speaks from John 1:1-5 on what it means to truly be alive and how we have been invited into the true life by Christ.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2022-01-1044 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Advent of JoyThe joy we get from Jesus' coming is more than just a sentimental feeling. It is knowing that God is in control and that He will provide for His children. Pastor Matt Dennings turns to Isaiah 40:1-5 to unpack more on this joy.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-12-1353 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Advent of HopeAs we enter the season of Advent, pastor Matt Dennings speaks from Isaiah 9:1-5 on the hope that is found in Jesus Christ.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-11-3053 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiving As Exiles: Exile ShepherdingContinuing our current series with 1 Peter 5:1-5, pastor Matt Dennings teaches on shepherding the flock.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-11-1553 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiving As Exiles: Exile StewardshipAt the heart of being human is having passion. This passion greatly determines how we live our lives. In today's sermon, Pastor Matt Dennings takes us to 1 Peter 4:1-11 to help us grasp what it means have passion for the Lord and how we steward that passion.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-11-0145 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiving As Exiles: Exile SubmissionPastor Matt Dennings takes us to 1 Peter 3:1-7 to help us get a better picture of what it means to submit.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-10-2651 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiving As Exiles: Exile LovePastor Matt Dennings looks to 1 Peter 1:22-25 to identify the source of love that drives the church and how we be a church that loves one another sincerely.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-10-0543 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiving As Exiles: Exile GraceGod has given us the great opportunity to run towards His grace and not be trapped by our own guilt. As we continue in our series, pastor Matt Dennings unpacks this further in 1 Peter 1:13-21.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-09-2045 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiving As Exiles: Exile HopePastor Matt Dennings continues the series in 1 Peter with a look at the hope we have, as exiles, in Jesus.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-09-0946 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchLiving As Exiles: Exile IdentityMatt Dennings, pastor for teaching and equipping, kicks off the fall with a new series in the book of 1 Peter. In this series we will look at what it means, as believers, to be Living as Exiles.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-08-3045 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchVision of Anthem ChurchPastor Matt Dennings shares the vision of Anthem Church: helping people know, love, and obey Jesus.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-08-3042 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchHow to Enjoy the Glory of God in CreationPastor Matt Dennings resumes our Psalms series with Psalm 19.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-08-1443 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchHow to Find Wholeness in ChristTeaching and equipping pastor, Matt Dennings, kicks off our summer series in the Psalms by looking at Psalm 1 and how we can find wholeness in Christ.---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-06-0350 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Church: Why Following Leadership is Worth ItScripture: 1 Peter 5---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-05-2543 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Church: Why Church Membership is Worth ItScripture: Colossians 1---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-05-2542 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Church: Why Is Church Important?Why we need the church in our lives as a pillar and buttress of truth.Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-04-1355 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchEaster 2021Easter 2021---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-04-0651 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchGood Friday 2021Matt Dennings2021-04-0327 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchFinding Peace In The Bombardments Of Life: Philippians 4:2-9---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-03-2248 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchTaking Hold Of Our Forever Home In The Midst Of A Fading World: Philippians 3:17-4:1---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-03-1538 minPopcorn Not IncludedPopcorn Not IncludedWandaVision – Popcorn Not Included Subscribe: Feedburner | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts WandaVision Created by: Jac SchaefferStarring: Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, Debra Jo Rupp, Fred Melamed, Kathryn Hahn, Teyonah Parris, Randall Park, Kat Dennings, Evan PetersComposer: Christophe BeckExecutive Producers: Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Matt Shakman, Jac SchaefferOriginal network: Disney+Original release: 2021 2021-03-1400 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Hidden Source of Rejoicing: Philippians 3:1-112021-03-0246 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchCultivating an Ecosystem For Following Jesus in Everyday Life: Philippians 2:12-30---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-02-2240 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchThe Work of The King: Philippians 2:1-11---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-02-0847 minAnthem ChurchAnthem ChurchA Life Worth Dying For: Philippians 1:18-26---For more resources and information from Anthem Church, visit us at https://www.anthemcolumbia.com/2021-01-2543 min