The Brookside Church Podcast Brookside Church

In this sermon, we explore how God uses ordinary people to spread the Gospel. We highlight the importance of relying on God's Word and being bold yet gentle in sharing about Jesus. The sermon explains why you don't need extensive training to evangelize and how prayer fuels bravery. We also recount the early church's reaction to persecution, emphasizing their prayer-driven boldness.

In Part 2 of our sermon series, Pastor Eric covers th significance of praying in Jesus' name and the relationship between Jesus and the Father. Join us as we explore how these teachings align with Brookside's mission to build Jesus-centered homes and Gospel-saturated communities.

- Understanding the meaning of praying in Jesus' name.

- Examining the relationship between Jesus and the Father.

- Discovering how Jesus' actions glorify the Father.

- Exploring personal stories of prayer and faith.

- Celebrating the growth and positive outcomes in our church community.

*SERMON NOTES:* 
https://sermons.church/archived?church&sermonid=59656&cred_referrer_form_id=26

Join Pastor Eric in the premiere of our sermon series "In Jesus' Name," where we explore the incredible power and authority behind the name of Jesus, as exemplified by the biblical story of David and Goliath. Learn how invoking Jesus' name empowers us to face life's giants with faith and courage.

- Discover the significance of the name invoked by David when facing Goliath and how it translates to using Jesus’ name in our struggles today.
- Understand the difference between knowing about God and actively relying on His name for courage and action.
- Explore the importance of using Jesus’ name appropriately in prayers, avoiding misuse which equates to spiritual forgery.
- Learn about the protective and authoritative power of Jesus' name in spiritual warfare and daily challenges.
- Reflect on the role of Jesus' name in salvation, healing, and the mission to make disciples as commanded in Matthew 28.

In Part 5, the focus is on maintaining faith through testing times and recognizing leadership's role in fostering hope and victory. We explore the profound impact of personal faith experiences from childhood, and how these shape responses to adversity. The message extends to the responsibilities of believers in spreading positivity and the power of influence during crisis situations. We also look at historical and personal stories of resilience and victory that mirror the broader themes of perseverance and triumph in adversity.

1. Discuss how the resurrection of Jesus, as highlighted in 1 Corinthians 15, underpins Christian belief and hope. How does this anchor our faith personally?

2. Reflect on a difficult situation where you saw or experienced a "victory" that reminded you of the resurrection power — how did it strengthen your faith?

3. How do you interpret the concept of being 'trained for reigning' with Christ? What practical steps can we take to prepare spiritually?

4. In what ways can you improve your influence among peers or community as an ambassador of hope?

5. Considering the sermon’s encouragement about the impact of our deeds, share a time when a small act of kindness or faith made a significant difference.

In Part 4, we explore the concept of waiting in various aspects of life and how it relates to larger life events. The focus is on practical steps to stay spiritually steady during waiting periods and to use such times productively. Discussions cover the urgency of bringing others into salvation and developing a deep, personal relationship with Jesus. The metaphor of Noah’s preparation for the flood is used to underscore proactive engagement while awaiting significant life events. Lastly, there’s a lead-in to a discussion on eschatological beliefs and the significance of historical and promised events.

Pastor Eric dives deep into the prophecies of Daniel, offering a compelling breakdown of historical events and what they mean for us today in the context of faith. Whether you're well-versed in biblical prophecy or just curious about the signs of the end times, this message provides clarity and a sense of urgency that's truly eye-opening. Tune in for an insightful sermon that bridges ancient scripture and modern life, urging everyone to reflect on their spiritual path before it's too late. 

SERMON NOTES: https://sermons.church/archived?church&sermonid=58195

GROUP DISCUSSION
1. How does understanding Daniel's prophecy about the end times shape our perspective on current world events?

2. Pastor Eric stressed the importance of discerning truth in the face of deception. How can we cultivate discernment within our community?

3. What are practical ways we can ready ourselves for challenges to our faith, as suggested by the predicted tribulation?

4. Consider the gap between the 69th and 70th weeks that Pastor Eric named as the age of the church. How should this understanding affect our actions as the church today?

5. Discuss the personal responsibility each of us bears in rejecting or accepting salvation. How does this knowledge influence our approach to sharing the Gospel?