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  • Decisions That Matter In Life | Masashi Shibuya

    Decisions That Matter In Life | Masashi Shibuya
    Apr 11 2026
    The world tries to label us, but only Jesus can give us our true identity. Discover how to stop copying the world and start living as the new person God created you to be!---------------------------------------DECISIONS THAT MATTER IN LIFELuke 19:1-10 NIVJesus entered Jericho and was passing through. (2) A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. (3) He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. (4) So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way. (5) When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today.” (6) So he came down at once and welcomed him gladly. (7) All the people saw this and began to mutter, “He has gone to be the guest of a sinner.” (8) But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord! Here and now I give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount.” (9) Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because this man, too, is a son of Abraham. (10) For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”LIFE STARTS TO CHANGE WITH A DECISION TO SEEK / CURIOSITYLuke 19:3-4 NIVHe wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. (4) So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see him, since Jesus was coming that way.Jeremiah 29:11-14 NLTFor I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. (12) In those days when you pray, I will listen. (13) If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me. (14) I will be found by you,” says the Lord. “I will end your captivity and restore your fortunes. I will gather you out of the nations where I sent you and will bring you home again to your own land.”NEW DECISION = CHANGE YOUR THINKING Luke 19:8 NIVBut Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord! Here and now I give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay back four times the amount.”Romans 12:2 NIVDo not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.JESUS TRANSFORMS OUR LIVESLuke 19:9-10 NIVJesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because this man, too, is a son of Abraham. (10) For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”Ezekiel 36:26 NIVI will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.CONTINUAL DECISIONS TO FOLLOW JESUS 2 Corinthians 5:17 NLTThis means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!---------------------------------------CONNECT GROUP QUESTIONS:What is one old thought or habit you want to replace with a new one from God? (Romans 12:2)Jesus asked Peter to show love by "feeding his sheep.” Who is one person in your life you can encourage this week?What is one practical "new decision" you can make today to move closer to the life God wants for you?Since we can go to God "boldly" for help, what is one thing our group can pray for you about today?---------------------------------------Connect with us:Web: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehouseglobal/Facebook: facebook.com/lifehouseglobalOther Podcasts:Want to listen to our messages in other languages?Lifehouse Japan (Japanese & English): https://lifehousejapan.captivate.fm/listen Lifehouse Hong Kong (Cantonese & English): https://lifehousehongkong.captivate.fm/listen
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  • Resurrection Day - Celebration Day // Rod Plummer

    Resurrection Day - Celebration Day // Rod Plummer
    Apr 4 2026
    The resurrection is the key to everything we believe. We don't just follow a great teacher; we serve a King who is alive today! This Easter, Pastor Rod shares how Jesus' victory over death gives us a new spirit and an incredible hope for eternity.--------------------------------------------RESURRECTION DAY - CELEBRATION DAYHebrews 12:2 NIV"Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."RESURRECTION DAY - "A COMMUNITY OF PEACE AND JOY"John 20:19-20 NIVOn the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” (20) After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.RESURRECTION DAY - A NEW LIFE OF "PEACE WITH GOD"John 20:21-22 NIVAgain Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” (22) And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.”Greek: 'Eirene' + Hebrew: 'Shalom' means:WHOLENESS — NOTHING MISSING, NOTHING BROKEN RE-CONNECTION WITH GOD SECURITY / SAFETY STABILITY AND SUFFICIENCYINNER REST PEACE: SHALOMShalom >>> SelamatRomans 6:4b NIV“... just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”Ezekiel 36:26-27 NIV"I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. (27) And I will put my Spirit in you and move you to follow my decrees and be careful to keep my laws.2 Corinthians 5:17 NIVTherefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!ONE DISCIPLE THOMAS MISSED OUT UNTIL ... A WEEK LATERJohn 20:24-29 NIRVThomas was one of the 12 disciples. He was also called Didymus. He was not with the other disciples when Jesus came. (25) So they told him, “We have seen the Lord!”But he said to them, “First I must see the nail marks in his hands. I must put my finger where the nails were. I must put my hand into his side. Only then will I believe.” (26) A week later, Jesus’ disciples were in the house again. Thomas was with them. Even though the doors were locked, Jesus came in and stood among them. He said, “May peace be with you!” (27) Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here. See my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.” (28) Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!”WHAT ABOUT US TODAY?John 20:29-31 NIRVThen Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen me but still have believed.” (30) Jesus performed many other signs in front of his disciples. They are not written down in this book. 31 But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. If you believe this, you will have life because you belong to him.Acts 1:3 NIVAfter his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God.SO ... WE WILL RISE WITH JESUS.2 Corinthians 4:14 NIV / 2 コリント 4:14 JCB"because we know that the one who raised the Lord Jesus from the dead will also raise us with Jesus and present us with you to himself."'--------------------------------------------CONNECT GROUP QUESTIONS:The disciples were "overjoyed" to see Jesus. What is one thing that brought you joy this week?Shalom (Peace) means feeling whole and safe. What is one place or time where you feel the most peace?Thomas needed to see Jesus' scars to believe. When you have a hard time "seeing" God at work, what reminds you that He is still there?We are told to "fix our eyes on Jesus." What is a simple way you remember God during your busy day?--------------------------------------------Connect with us:Web: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehouseglobal/Facebook: facebook.com/lifehouseglobalOther Podcasts:Want to listen to our messages in other languages?Lifehouse Japan (Japanese & English): https://lifehousejapan.captivate.fm/listen Lifehouse Hong Kong (Cantonese & English): https://lifehousehongkong.captivate.fm/listen
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  • The Power of Jesus Death On The Cross // Monty Plummer

    The Power of Jesus Death On The Cross // Monty Plummer
    Mar 28 2026
    In His hardest moments, Jesus called down forgiveness instead of judgement. Discover how Jesus extended love to others as we prepare our hearts for Easter by looking at the incredible power of Jesus' death on the cross.--------------------------------------------THE POWER OF JESUS DEATH ON THE CROSSHebrews 12:2 NLTWe do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.Mark 15:15 NLTSo to pacify the crowd, Pilate released Barabbas to them. He ordered Jesus flogged with a lead-tipped whip, then turned him over to the Roman soldiers to be crucified.Mark 15:17-20 NLTThey dressed him in a purple robe, and they wove thorn branches into a crown and put it on his head. (18) Then they saluted him and taunted, “Hail! King of the Jews!” (19) And they struck him on the head with a reed stick, spit on him, and dropped to their knees in mock worship. (20) When they were finally tired of mocking him, they took off the purple robe and put his own clothes on him again. Then they led him away to be crucified.Luke 23:34 NLTJesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” And the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice.FORGIVENESSLuke 23:39-43 NLTOne of the criminals hanging beside him scoffed, “So you’re the Messiah, are you? Prove it by saving yourself—and us, too, while you’re at it!” (40) But the other criminal protested, “Don’t you fear God even when you have been sentenced to die? (41) We deserve to die for our crimes, but this man hasn’t done anything wrong.” (42) Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.” (43) And Jesus replied, “I assure you, today you will be with me in paradise.”LOVEJohn 19:26-27 NLTWhen Jesus saw his mother standing there beside the disciple he loved, he said to her, “Dear woman, here is your son.” (27) And he said to this disciple, “Here is your mother.” And from then on this disciple took her into his home.John 19:30 NLTWhen Jesus had tasted it, he said, “It is finished!” Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.TETELESTAIVICTORY1 Corinthians 2:8 NLTBut the rulers of this world have not understood it; if they had, they would not have crucified our glorious Lord.Mark 15:39 NLTWhen the Roman officer who stood facing him saw how he had died, he exclaimed, “This man truly was the Son of God!”SALVATIONColossians 2:13-15 NLTYou were dead because of your sins and because your sinful nature was not yet cut away. Then God made you alive with Christ, for he forgave all our sins. (14) He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. (15) In this way, he disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by his victory over them on the cross.--------------------------------------------CONNECT GROUP QUESTIONS:Jesus forgave those who hurt him. Why is it important for us to forgive people who hurt us?The man on the cross asked Jesus for help. What do you want to ask Jesus to help you with today?Jesus showed love even when he was suffering. How is this a good example for us?Jesus said, "It is finished!" What does this victory mean for us?--------------------------------------------Connect with us:Web: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehouseglobal/Facebook: facebook.com/lifehouseglobalOther Podcasts:Want to listen to our messages in other languages?Lifehouse Japan (Japanese & English): https://lifehousejapan.captivate.fm/listen Lifehouse Hong Kong (Cantonese & English): https://lifehousehongkong.captivate.fm/listen
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  • The Joy of Communion Together // Richard Welsh

    The Joy of Communion Together // Richard Welsh
    Mar 21 2026

    Communion is so much more than a tradition! It's a joyful celebration of our connection to God and one another. Discover how building authentic relationships in the church can support you through your hardest moments and bring true joy to your life.

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    THE JOY OF COMMUNION TOGETHER

    JESUS HAD A DEEP, AUTHENTIC LOVE FOR HIS COMMUNITY

    John 13:1 NLT

    Before the Passover celebration, Jesus knew that his hour had come to leave this world and return to his Father. He had loved his disciples during his ministry on earth, and now he loved them to the very end.

    IN HIS HARDEST MOMENT, JESUS REACHED FOR HIS COMMUNITY

    Luke 22:14-16 NLT

    When the time came, Jesus and the apostles sat down together at the table. Jesus said, “I have been very eager to eat this Passover meal with you before my suffering begins. For I tell you now that I won't eat this meal again until its meaning is fulfilled in the Kingdom of God.”

    WOULD JESUS SHARE A MEAL WITH ME? (YES!)

    1 Corinthians 11:27-28 NIV

    So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. Everyone ought to examine themselves before they eat of the bread and drink from the cup.

    REMEMBER HIS GRACE WITH JOY

    Luke 22:19 NLT

    He took some bread and gave thanks to God for it. Then he broke it in pieces and gave it to the disciples, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”

    Acts 2:46 NLT

    They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord's Supper, and shared their meals with great joy and generosity.

    LET’S TAKE COMMUNION TOGETHER WITH JOY

    1. THE BREAD: JESUS WAS BROKEN SO YOU COULD BE WHOLE

    Luke 22:19 NLT

    He took some bread and gave thanks to God for it. Then he broke it in pieces and gave it to the disciples, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”

    2. THE CUP: JESUS WAS PUNISHED SO YOU COULD BE FORGIVEN

    Luke 22:20 NLT "After supper he took another cup of wine and said, 'This cup is the new covenant between God and his people-an agreement confirmed with my blood, which is poured out as a sacrifice for you.'"

    1 John 1:9 NLT "But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness."

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    CONNECT GROUP QUESTIONS:

    • What is one thing that has brought you joy this week?
    • Why is it important to share meals and meet together?
    • Is there something in your life you want Jesus to heal?
    • How does it feel to know Jesus has forgiven your mistakes?
    • What is one thing you are looking forward to right now?

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  • Set Free to Stay Free // Monty Plummer

    Set Free to Stay Free // Monty Plummer
    Mar 14 2026
    Jesus has already made a way, but it can be easy to fall back into right back into old holes of bitterness. Ps. Monty shares from the life of Joseph about how we can move past the pain of being wronged. Instead of living as a prisoner to your past, you can start walking in the victory that’s already yours.------------------------------SET FREE TO STAY FREEGalatians 5:1 NLTSo Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.Genesis 42:6-9 NIVNow Joseph was the governor of the land, the person who sold grain to all its people. So when Joseph’s brothers arrived, they bowed down to him with their faces to the ground. (7) As soon as Joseph saw his brothers, he recognized them, but he pretended to be a stranger and spoke harshly to them. “Where do you come from?” he asked. “From the land of Canaan,” they replied, “to buy food.”(8) Although Joseph recognized his brothers, they did not recognize him. (9) Then he remembered his dreams about them and said to them, “You are spies! You have come to see where our land is unprotected.”Genesis 43:30-31 NIVDeeply moved at the sight of his brother, Joseph hurried out and looked for a place to weep. He went into his private room and wept there. (31) After he had washed his face, he came out and, controlling himself, said, “Serve the food.”Genesis 45:1-5 NIVThen Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Have everyone leave my presence!” So there was no one with Joseph when he made himself known to his brothers. (2) And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh’s household heard about it. (3) Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still living?” But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence. (4) Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come close to me.” When they had done so, he said, “I am your brother Joseph, the one you sold into Egypt! (5) And now, do not be distressed and do not be angry with yourselves for selling me here, because it was to save lives that God sent me ahead of you.FREEDOM STARTS WITH JESUS John 8:31-32 NLTJesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. (32) And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”WE ARE IN FREEDOM John 8:34-36 NLTJesus replied, “I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave of sin. (35) A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son is part of the family forever. (36) So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.CHOOSE FREEDOM Genesis 50:20 NLTYou intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.OFFENCE IS A FOCUS ON THE WRONG OTHERS HAVE DONE TO YOUFORGIVENESS IS A FOCUS ON THE GOOD JESUS HAS DONE FOR YOURomans 8:28 NLTAnd we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.--------------------------Connect Group Questions:Jesus set us free. What does "being free" mean to you in your daily life?Joseph’s brothers hurt him, but he chose to forgive. Is there someone you need to forgive?Forgiveness is focusing on what Jesus did for us instead of what others did to us. How does Jesus help you let go of anger?Joseph said God used his pain for a good purpose. Do you believe God can turn your current struggle into something good?"The truth will set you free." What is one truth that Jesus speaks, that sets you free?--------------------------Connect with us:Web: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehouseglobal/Facebook: facebook.com/lifehouseglobalOther Podcasts:Want to listen to our messages in other languages?Lifehouse Japan (Japanese & English): https://lifehousejapan.captivate.fm/listen Lifehouse Hong Kong (Cantonese & English): https://lifehousehongkong.captivate.fm/listen
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  • Be Free From The Past and Experience The Joy Of Relationships // Masashi Shibuya

    Be Free From The Past and Experience The Joy Of Relationships // Masashi Shibuya
    Mar 7 2026
    Before God brings a solution to our problems or a cure for our pain, He offers us the gift of Himself. This week, Ps. Masashi explores how we can find true freedom by shifting our focus away from our past hurts and toward the person of Jesus, and how looking to the Healer brings lasting peace into your heart.==================================BE FREE FROM THE PASTAND EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF RELATIONSHIPSIsaiah 61:4a NLTTo all who mourn in Israel, he will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair.THE BLEEDING WOMAN STORYMark 5:25-26 NLTA woman in the crowd had suffered for twelve years with constant bleeding. (26) She had suffered a great deal from many doctors, and over the years she had spent everything she had to pay them, but she had gotten no better. In fact, she had gotten worse.FAITH STARTS FROM HEARINGMark 5:27-28 NLTShe had heard about Jesus, so she came up behind him through the crowd and touched his robe. (28) For she thought to herself, “If I can just touch his robe, I will be healed.”Romans 10:17 NLTSo faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ.SEEK JESUS BOLDLYMark 5:27-28 NLTShe had heard about Jesus, so she came up behind him through the crowd and touched his robe. (28) For she thought to herself, “If I can just touch his robe, I will be healed.”Matthew 7:7-11“Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. (8) For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened. (9) “You parents—if your children ask for a loaf of bread, do you give them a stone instead? (10) Or if they ask for a fish, do you give them a snake? Of course not! (11) So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask him.FULLY HEALED BY THE HEALER, BOTH INSIDE AND OUTMark 5:29-30, 33- 34 NLTImmediately the bleeding stopped, and she could feel in her body that she had been healed of her terrible condition. (30) Jesus realized at once that healing power had gone out from him, so he turned around in the crowd and asked, “Who touched my robe?”...(33) Then the frightened woman, trembling at the realization of what had happened to her, came and fell to her knees in front of him and told him what she had done. (34) And he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace. Your suffering is over.”Matthew 8:17 NLTThis fulfilled the word of the Lord through the prophet Isaiah, who said, “He took our sicknesses and removed our diseases.APPLICATIONBUILD A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS / TRY READING THE GOSPELS AND THE LETTERSDON’T FOCUS TOO MUCH ON HEALING ITSELF—FOCUS ON JESUS THE HEALERFREEDOM COURSE / STRENGTHS COURSE==================================Connect Group QuestionsWhat is one thing from your past that you need to trust God with right now?What is one thing you want to boldly ask Jesus for right now?How can we focus more on Jesus’s power in our problems?What is one past struggle or "heavy heart" you want to give to God today?==================================Connect with us:Web: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehouseglobal/Facebook: facebook.com/lifehouseglobalOther Podcasts:Want to listen to our messages in other languages?Lifehouse Japan (Japanese & English): https://lifehousejapan.captivate.fm/listen Lifehouse Hong Kong (Cantonese & English): https://lifehousehongkong.captivate.fm/listen
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  • Joy in Our Family // Richard Welsh

    Joy in Our Family // Richard Welsh
    Feb 28 2026

    Whether you come from a perfect background or a broken one, God specializes in fresh starts. This week, Ps. Richard shares how the power of Jesus can reset your family legacy and bring joy into the home life, even in moments of chaos.

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    JOY IN OUR FAMILY

    Nehemiah 8:10b NIV

    Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.

    2 Corinthians 5:17 NLT

    This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!

    Luke 2:41-42 NLT

    Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Passover festival. When Jesus was twelve years old, they attended the festival as usual.

    GREAT FAMILIES ARE BUILT ON GODLY HABITS

    Luke 2:43-46 NLT

    After the celebration was over, they started home to Nazareth, but Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents didn't miss him at first, (44) because they assumed he was among the other travelers. But when he didn't show up that evening, they started looking for him among their relatives and friends. (45) When they couldn't find him, they went back to Jerusalem to search for him there. (46) Three days later they finally discovered him in the Temple, sitting among the religious teachers, listening to them and asking questions.


    GREAT FAMILIES ARE BUILT ON GOD’S WORD


    Matthew 7:24–25 NLT

    Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. Though the rain comes in torrents and the floodwaters rise and the winds beat against that house, it won’t collapse because it is built on bedrock.

    Luke 2:48-49 NLT

    His parents didn't know what to think. "Son," his mother said to him, "why have you done this to us? Your father and I have been frantic, searching for you everywhere." (49) "But why did you need to search?" he asked. "Didn't you know that I must be in my Father's house?"


    GREAT FAMILIES ARE BUILT IN GOD’S HOUSE


    Luke 2:51-52 NLT

    Then he returned to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. And his mother stored all these things in her heart. (52) Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and all the people.

    Psalm 92:13 NIV

    Planted in the house of the Lord, they will flourish in the courts of our God.


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    Connect Group Questions:

    1. How does God give your family strength when things are hard?
    2. What is one Godly habit you want to do more as a family?
    3. How can we build our families on God’s Word?
    4. How can we show more love and truth to each other at home?
    5. What is one thing our family can pray for together right now?


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  • God's Way of Marriage Is Awesome! // Masashi Shibuya

    God's Way of Marriage Is Awesome! // Masashi Shibuya
    Feb 21 2026

    Do you have a positive vision for marriage? Whether you are single or married, God wants to give you a fresh perspective on what a healthy, joyful relationship looks like. This week, learn why shifting your vision from worldly ideas to God's promises can transform your future.

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    GOD’S WAY OF MARRIAGE IS AWESOME!

    Matthew 19:4-6 NLT

    “Haven’t you read the Scriptures?” Jesus replied. “They record that from the beginning ‘God made them male and female.’” (5) And he said, “‘This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.’ (6) Since they are no longer two but one, let no one split apart what God has joined together.”


    GET A VISION


    Genesis 2:18 NIV

    The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.”


    Genesis 2:21-23 NLT

    (21) So the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep; and while he was sleeping, he took one of the man’s ribs and then closed up the place with flesh. (22) Then the Lord God made a woman from the rib he had taken out of the man, and he brought her to the man. (23) The man said, “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for she was taken out of man.”


    Ecclesiastes 4:10-12 NLT

    If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. (11) Likewise, two people lying close together can keep each other warm. But how can one be warm alone? (12) A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.


    WE NEED GOD'S LOVE TO HAVE A GREAT MARRIAGE


    John 15:4 NIV

    Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.


    1 Corinthians 13:4-8a NIV

    Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. (5) It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. (6) Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. (7) It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. (8) Love never fails.


    1 Peter 4:8 NIV

    Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.


    THE GOAL IS NOT JUST TO GET MARRIED


    Ecclesiastes 4:9 NLT

    Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed.


    YOUR MARRIAGE WILL BE BLESSED AND A BLESSING TO OTHERS


    Matthew 5:14-16 NIV

    “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. (15) Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. (16) In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.


    CONNECT GROUP QUESTIONS:

    1. Why do you think God said it is "not good for man to be alone" (Genesis 2:18)?
    2. Why is "remaining in the vine" (John 15:4) essential for a relationship to be fruitful?
    3. How can a healthy marriage serve as a "light to the world" around us?
    4. Why is it easier to "conquer" challenges when you stand back-to-back with a partner?
    5. Beyond bringing us joy, what is the bigger...
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