August 17, 2025
Series: At the Movies

Sermon: What was I made for?

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-14

“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭139‬:‭13‬-‭14‬ ‭NIV‬‬

INTRODUCTION: You are an original, don't die a copy! (John Mason)

Video: 1: Barbie Women Speech

Video 2: Barbie Escapes the Box... Mattel Scene

How do we escape the box?

We are Known by the Creator...

“But now, this is what the Lord says— he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.”

‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭43‬:‭1‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Video 3: Barbie meets Ruth Handler Scene

We Must Know the Creator...

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. Vs. Psalm 139:13

Video 4: Barbie Acknowledges Her Creator/Identity

“...but the people who know their God will display strength and take action.”

‭‭Daniel‬ ‭11‬:‭32‬ ‭NASB

CONCLUSION: As you get to know Jesus, you begin to discover what you were made for!

Video 5: What was I made for song scene

August 10, 2025
Series: At the Movies

Movie: Inside Out 2

Sermon: Overcoming Anxiety

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭4‬-‭7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

INTRODUCTION: Manage your emotions or your emotions will manage you.

(Video 1 - New Emotions)

What is Anxiety?

Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome.

(Video 2: Anxiety's Projection)

What are some keys to overcoming anxiety?

1. Practice Rejoicing...

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭4‬ ‭NIV‬‬

The joy of the Lord is your strength.

Nehemiah 8:10

(Video 3: Anxiety Attack and Joy's Defeat)

2. Practice Praying...

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition...

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬ ‭NIV‬‬

3. Practice Thanksgiving...

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Give thanks in all circumstances...

1 Thessalonians 5:18

4. Practice Godly Thinking...

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬

(Video 4)

CONCLUSION: Are you weary, carrying a heavy burden? Come to me. I will refresh your life [give you rest], for I am an oasis.

Matthew 11:28 TPT

Genesis 8:22 & Galatians 6:7

““As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease.””

‭‭Genesis‬ ‭8‬:‭22‬ ‭NIV‬‬

“Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.”

‭‭Galatians‬ ‭6‬:‭7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Every action has a consequence!

Sowing and Reaping:

“Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.”

‭‭Galatians‬ ‭6‬:‭7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Sowing to the Spirit vs. Flesh:

“Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.”

‭‭Galatians‬ ‭6‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Sowing Good Seed:

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.”

‭‭Galatians‬ ‭6‬:‭9‬-‭10‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Jesus is the seed that was planted for our salvation! (John 12:24)