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  • How does Jesus redefine our understanding of suffering?

    How does Jesus redefine our understanding of suffering?
    Oct 5 2025
    Bad Theology, 1 of 4 from October 5, 2025 “All suffering comes from sin but God’s purpose is greater than our pain.” Job 4-5, 22, 42; 1 Peter 2 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)SUMMARYThis sermon explores the relationship between suffering and our beliefs about God through the story of Job, challenging the idea that suffering always results from personal sin. Pastor Michael discusses the flawed belief that "if you do good, you get good," and highlights Jesus' example of suffering without sin. The message emphasizes that God's purposes are greater than our pain, urging trust in God’s perfect justice and compassion amidst trials.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS💬 Who are we tempted to blame for their pain? 💬 Will we repent from our contributions to the sin and brokenness in the world? 💬 Will we forgive those who failed us in our grief? 💬 How can we “grieve with those who grieve”?ADDITIONAL RESOURCES📝 Sermon Notes for this message 💾 Download a transcript of this message📰 Blog Summary for this message🖼️ Sermon Slides📖 Read Job 4:1-5:16 📖 Read Job 22:21-30 📖 Jesus suffered sinlessly (1 Peter 2:22-23; 2 Corinthians 5:21) 📖 Jesus suffered sacrificially for others as an example (1 Peter 2:21-25) 📖 Suffering was necessary for Jesus to complete/perfect His ministry (Hebrews 2:9-10) 📖 Blind from birth to show God’s power (John 9:1-3) 📖 Solomon was materially blessed but an enemy of God (1 Kings 11:9-14) 📖 Nebuchadnezzar lost his mind because of his pride (Daniel 4) 📖 Read 1 Peter 2:18-21; 4:15-18 📖 All suffering is a result of the corrupting influence of sin a fallen world (Romans 8:20-23) and our response to sin MUST be repentance (Luke 13:3, 5) 📖 Physical sight led to spiritual life and a vibrant testimony (John 9) 📖 Trials are the heat that reveal our heart temptations (James 1:2-18) 📖 Paul's eternal perspective (Romans 8:18; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18) 📖 God tells Eliphaz to ask Job for prayer (Job 42:7-9) LINKSWebsiteDownload our App! (Apple) (Android)DonatePodcastMusic by Blue Dot Sessions
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  • Can God truly use me in His mission, despite my doubts?

    Can God truly use me in His mission, despite my doubts?
    Sep 28 2025

    3-2-1: A Call to Prayer, 4 of 4 from September 28, 2025

    “Jesus uses leaders to help companions work together to find lost wanderers.”

    Luke 10:1-24 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)

    SUMMARY

    This sermon develops the last part of the "3-2-1" prayer initiative, encouraging believers to pray for three people daily: a spiritual wanderer (someone who doesn't know Jesus), a spiritual companion (fellow believer), and a spiritual leader. Using Luke 10:1-24, Pastor Michael Lockstampfor demonstrates how Jesus sends out ordinary people on His mission, emphasizing that the work begins with prayer and requires complete dependence on God, with the ultimate goal being that Jesus uses leaders to help companions work together to find lost wanderers.

    REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

    • 💬 When are we most tempted to forget we depend on God?

    • 💬 What sin is a burden to us because our neighbors reject Jesus?

    • 💬 What leaders will we pray for?

    • 💬 What leaders will we be?

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    • 📖 Read Luke 10:1-24

    • 📖 The physician comes to the sick (Luke 5:27-32)

    • 📖 The ministry continues with the power of prayer (Colossians 4:3-4)

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    45 m
  • How is being part of a church different from attending any other club or event?

    How is being part of a church different from attending any other club or event?
    Sep 21 2025

    3-2-1: A Call to Prayer, 3 of 4 from September 21, 2025

    “Jesus sends us as His body and maturing in Him means caring for our companions.”

    Ephesians 4:4-16 by Michael Lockstampfor (@miklocks)

    SUMMARY

    This sermon explores the concept of the church as the body of Christ, emphasizing unity, spiritual maturity, and the importance of mutual care among believers. Pastor Michael discusses how Jesus sees the church as a unified entity despite apparent divisions, and how spiritual growth is a process that requires patience, prayer, and active participation in the body of Christ. The sermon encourages believers to pray for both spiritual wanderers and companions, highlighting the significance of each member in the body of Christ regardless of their current level of spiritual maturity.

    REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

    • 💬 How are we tempted to minimize church?

    • 💬 How would we describe where we are in our spiritual maturity?

    • 💬 Which of our spiritual companions will we start praying for?

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    • 📖 THE FOUNDATION OF JESUS’ WORK (Ephesians 4:4-11a)

    • 📖 THE MYSTERY OF JESUS’ BODY (Ephesians 4:12b)

    • 📖 THE MISSION OF JESUS’ BODY (Ephesians 4:12b-16)

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    43 m
  • Should Christians pay any attention to those who run away from God?

    Should Christians pay any attention to those who run away from God?
    Sep 14 2025

    3-2-1: A Call to Prayer, 2 of 4 from September 14, 2025

    "The spiritual wanderers are the future found."

    Luke 15 by Ryan Gagnon (@RyGagnon)

    SUMMARY

    This sermon explores Jesus' parables about the lost being found, emphasizing God's relentless pursuit of sinners and the joy in heaven when they repent. Pastor Ryan connects these teachings to the Neighborhood Church's mission of reaching out to spiritual wanderers, highlighting the importance of prayer in this endeavor. The sermon concludes with a practical challenge for the congregation to engage in strategic prayer for the lost.

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    • 📖 Luke 15:1-31

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    40 m
  • Can having too much actually be a test of our faith?

    Can having too much actually be a test of our faith?
    Sep 7 2025

    3-2-1: A Call to Prayer, 1 of 4 from September 7, 2025

    "We must choose God-dependence over self-confidence in both easy and hard times."

    Hosea 10 by Michael Lockstampfor (@mikocks)

    SUMMARY

    This sermon explores "the test of wealth" through Hosea 10, revealing how abundance can be a greater spiritual challenge than scarcity. Pastor Michael explains that humans naturally spend wealth to increase personal control rather than trusting God, and challenges the congregation to "choose God-dependence over self-confidence in both easy and hard times" as they launch the Grove Initiative to develop leaders and plant churches.

    REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

    • 💬 What areas of our life do we want more guaranteed control over?

    • 💬 What gifts from God are we taking for granted?

    • 💬 How are we investing God’s blessings in God’s glory?

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    • 📖 Hosea 10:1-15

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    49 m
  • How much can we truly know about angels and demons?

    How much can we truly know about angels and demons?
    Aug 31 2025
    What We Believe, 11 of 11 from August 31, 2025 "Our unseen spiritual battle is to stand anchored on Jesus' truth and work." Angels, Satan, Demons by Michael Lockstampfor (@mikocks)SUMMARYThis sermon explains that angels and demons are created spiritual beings who operate primarily in the spiritual realm but can influence the material world. While angels serve God's purposes, Satan and his demons—who make up one-third of all angels—rebelled against God and now work to deceive humans through disguise, dialogue, doubt, and denial. Pastor Michael highlights that our spiritual battle isn't to fight these unseen enemies directly but to “stand anchored on Jesus's truth and work,” remembering that Christ has already disarmed these spiritual authorities through His work on the cross.REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS💬 How does your understanding of future events impact your willingness to share your faith with others? 💬 What thought patterns regularly draw us away from trusting God’s truth? 💬 Are we trusting Jesus to bring us into His victory over our true enemies?ADDITIONAL RESOURCES📝 Sermon Notes for this message 💾 Download a transcript of this message 📰 Blog Summary for this message https://www.ocalaneighborhood.church/on-your-street/ 🖼️ Sermon Slides 📖 Angels and demons serve God's purposes (Job 38:1-7 & 1:6) 📖 God is demonstrating His character to angels and demons through His work saving humanity (Ephesians 2:9-12) 📖 Our fight is to stand firm in what Jesus has said and done (Ephesians 6:10-20) 📖 Jesus has disarmed every opponent by his crucifixion (Colossians 2:13-15) LINKSWebsiteDownload our App! (Apple) (Android)DonatePodcastMusic by Blue Dot Sessions
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    49 m
  • How do we find hope and purpose when the world is falling apart?

    How do we find hope and purpose when the world is falling apart?
    Aug 24 2025

    What We Believe, 10 of 11 from August 24th, 2025

    "Until Christ returns we’re on mission: inviting our neighbors to meet and follow Jesus."

    Future Life by Matt Wheelock

    SUMMARY

    This sermon explores the concept of future life and end times in Christian theology. It emphasizes the importance of understanding eschatology as a driving force for the church's mission to invite others to follow Jesus. Pastor Matt discusses the return of Christ, the rapture, tribulation, and final judgment, culminating in the creation of a new heaven and earth. The message underscores the urgency of sharing our faith with our lost neighbors and the hope believers have in eternal life with God.

    REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

    • 💬 How does your understanding of future events impact your willingness to share your faith with others?

    • 💬 Believers will one day stand before the judgment seat of Christ where our works will be tested "by fire" (1 Corinthians 3:10-15). How does this future accountability affect how you live your daily life now?

    • 💬 “Despite all the stresses that we have, despite all the brokenness we feel every day... God has a plan. It's perfect." In what area of your life do you most need to trust that God has a perfect plan?

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    44 m
  • What makes the church more than just a building?

    What makes the church more than just a building?
    Aug 18 2025

    What We Believe, 9 of 11 from August 17th, 2025

    "Christ is building His church."

    Church by Tyler Hoffler

    SUMMARY

    This sermon explores the nature and purpose of the church as the beloved body of Christ. It emphasizes the importance of love, unity, and diversity within the church community. Tyler highlights that the church is not just a building, but a group of people called out by God to serve Him and each other. The sermon stresses the significance of understanding our individual roles within the church while maintaining unity in Christ, and the critical importance of loving one another as a testimony to the world.

    REFLECTION & DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

    • 💬 Do I love the church that Christ is building?

    • 💬 Are we collaborating or competing?

    • 💬 Is love for Christ and love for one another evident in our lives?

    • 💬 Is there an action God is calling me to take in this moment?

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    • 📖 Colossians 3:12-14

    • 📖 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

    • 📖 1 Corinthians 1:10

    • 📖 Romans 12:4-5

    • 📖 Matthew 16:13-19

    • 📖 1 John 4:7-21

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    46 m