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  • पुनरुथान र हाम्रो सरोकार - १, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल

    पुनरुथान र हाम्रो सरोकार - १, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल
    Apr 30 2025
    On Easter Day we enter into the Christian calendar, a season of Resurrection. As the body of Christ, in order to follow Christ, we follow as closely as possible the life of Jesus Christ (his life teachings and mission (redemptive purposes).[1] So we will study the topic of “Resurrection and Our Concerns” k'g?yfg / xfd|f] ;/f]sf/
    For the next 7 weeks, until Pentecost, we will focus on the various aspects of the Resurrection, and it’s meaning for our lives in the 21st century. Resurrection is often thought of in terms of a historical event in the life of Jesus Christ, and people debate over the validity, possibility, and its historical meaning, etc. But, as NT Wright says that Resurrection is not simply about proving a historical event or its logic, rather in his words, “The message of Easter is that God’s new world has been unveiled in Jesus Christ and that you are now invited to belong to it.” NT Wright.
    Resurrection is a worldview matter, thus needs to be set in our lives Operating System. Its’ something in your mind and heart’s eyes, a telescope to see the world with a particular scope, an angle, a perspective (with its colors), like James Webb Telescope cameras that’s observing the universe out there far outside our eye’s sight. NT Wright says, “Resurrection is a view from future into our present”. It’s a reliable account of what God has been cooking up since the creation, mystery now unveiled to us through Christ and his church. Wow, a whole new worldview, a perspective to consider (see Romans 8). Now we can read the whole Bible anew, from Christ’s Resurrection and the New Creation perspective.
    We will do that in this series, possibly under these following topics, I call “Resurrection Curriculum”: a. Resurrection planted a seed of eternity in our hearts. Jesus said “I am the resurrection and life…” b. Resurrection of Jesus has given us a new worldview, a scope for all of life and world-view. c. Resurrection of Jesus is a deposit, guarantee of things promised, now with a guarantee. d. Resurrection is a signpost, showing us a direction towards God’s future New Creation. e. “Hope is what you get when you realize that a different worldview is possible, the same worldview that is demanded by the resurrection of Jesus is the shift that will enable us to transform the world.” (75) f. “We believe in the resurrection of the body…” as we declare in the Apostles Creed.
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    33 m
  • येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस र बप्तिसमा- ५, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल

    येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस र बप्तिसमा- ५, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल
    Apr 23 2025
    “The Cross of Christ” “o]z' v|Li6sf] j|'m;”
    This is a Lent series for March-April, 2025. In this series at Cross-Way, we’ll explore many different angles to the meaning of “the Cross of Jesus Christ”. John RW Stott says that the Cross of Christ is the center and heart of Christianity, shaping the faith, ethics, and mission of the Church. “The cross is the unique place where God’s love, mercy, holiness, and justice meet.” Therefore, “the cross transforms everything.” It gives us a new, worshipping relationship to God, a new and balanced understanding of ourselves, a new incentive to give ourselves in mission, a new love for our enemies, and a new courage to face the perplexities of suffering.” (11).
    According to Stott, “Stott presents the cross as the defining event of Christian faith, emphasizing its necessity, significance, and implications for believers. He engages with biblical, historical, and theological perspectives, addressing key questions about atonement, salvation, and discipleship.” (chat GPT in summary of The Cross of Christ. No, I don't use ChatGPT to prepare my sermons).
    These are some of the themes we will explore in this series. Here are some quotations from the book: “The cross enforces three truths: about ourselves, about God, and about Jesus Christ.” “The Christian life is not just a matter of getting into heaven, but of taking up the cross and following Christ.” “Suffering is the badge of true discipleship.”
    The need for this series address is that, our world of Nepali Christianity does not resonate with (or understand favorably) suffering, loss, pain and grief as a good and necessary part of our discipleship (following Christ honestly). The hardest challenge to Christianity is that “If God is so good, why is there so much suffering and evil in the world?” Personal sufferings, evil and injustice, especially if it comes upon innocent people like children. Similarly, the wars and its impact on people’s lives and community (like currently in Sudan, and Ukraine). We will address these, but exhaust the answers. The Bible tells us that if we are to follow Christ, suffering is part of our lives calling, and we better learn to view them in the light of the Bible.
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    35 m
  • येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - ४, पा. लकिम राई

    येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - ४, पा. लकिम राई
    Apr 2 2025
    “The Cross of Christ” “o]z' v|Li6sf] j|'m;”
    This is a Lent series for March-April, 2025. In this series at Cross-Way, we’ll explore many different angles to the meaning of “the Cross of Jesus Christ”. John RW Stott says that the Cross of Christ is the center and heart of Christianity, shaping the faith, ethics, and mission of the Church. “The cross is the unique place where God’s love, mercy, holiness, and justice meet.” Therefore, “the cross transforms everything.” It gives us a new, worshipping relationship to God, a new and balanced understanding of ourselves, a new incentive to give ourselves in mission, a new love for our enemies, and a new courage to face the perplexities of suffering.” (11).
    According to Stott, “Stott presents the cross as the defining event of Christian faith, emphasizing its necessity, significance, and implications for believers. He engages with biblical, historical, and theological perspectives, addressing key questions about atonement, salvation, and discipleship.” (chat GPT in summary of The Cross of Christ. No, I don't use ChatGPT to prepare my sermons).
    These are some of the themes we will explore in this series. Here are some quotations from the book: “The cross enforces three truths: about ourselves, about God, and about Jesus Christ.” “The Christian life is not just a matter of getting into heaven, but of taking up the cross and following Christ.” “Suffering is the badge of true discipleship.”
    The need for this series address is that, our world of Nepali Christianity does not resonate with (or understand favorably) suffering, loss, pain and grief as a good and necessary part of our discipleship (following Christ honestly). The hardest challenge to Christianity is that “If God is so good, why is there so much suffering and evil in the world?” Personal sufferings, evil and injustice, especially if it comes upon innocent people like children. Similarly, the wars and its impact on people’s lives and community (like currently in Sudan, and Ukraine). We will address these, but exhaust the answers. The Bible tells us that if we are to follow Christ, suffering is part of our lives calling, and we better learn to view them in the light of the Bible.
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    27 m
  • येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - ३, शामुएल बुढाथोकी

    येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - ३, शामुएल बुढाथोकी
    Mar 26 2025
    “The Cross of Christ” “o]z' v|Li6sf] j|'m;”
    This is a Lent series for March-April, 2025. In this series at Cross-Way, we’ll explore many different angles to the meaning of “the Cross of Jesus Christ”. John RW Stott says that the Cross of Christ is the center and heart of Christianity, shaping the faith, ethics, and mission of the Church. “The cross is the unique place where God’s love, mercy, holiness, and justice meet.” Therefore, “the cross transforms everything.” It gives us a new, worshipping relationship to God, a new and balanced understanding of ourselves, a new incentive to give ourselves in mission, a new love for our enemies, and a new courage to face the perplexities of suffering.” (11).
    According to Stott, “Stott presents the cross as the defining event of Christian faith, emphasizing its necessity, significance, and implications for believers. He engages with biblical, historical, and theological perspectives, addressing key questions about atonement, salvation, and discipleship.” (chat GPT in summary of The Cross of Christ. No, I don't use ChatGPT to prepare my sermons).
    These are some of the themes we will explore in this series. Here are some quotations from the book: “The cross enforces three truths: about ourselves, about God, and about Jesus Christ.” “The Christian life is not just a matter of getting into heaven, but of taking up the cross and following Christ.” “Suffering is the badge of true discipleship.”
    The need for this series address is that, our world of Nepali Christianity does not resonate with (or understand favorably) suffering, loss, pain and grief as a good and necessary part of our discipleship (following Christ honestly). The hardest challenge to Christianity is that “If God is so good, why is there so much suffering and evil in the world?” Personal sufferings, evil and injustice, especially if it comes upon innocent people like children. Similarly, the wars and its impact on people’s lives and community (like currently in Sudan, and Ukraine). We will address these, but exhaust the answers. The Bible tells us that if we are to follow Christ, suffering is part of our lives calling, and we better learn to view them in the light of the Bible.
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    33 m
  • येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - २, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल

    येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - २, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल
    Mar 19 2025
    “The Cross of Christ” “o]z' v|Li6sf] j|'m;”
    This is a Lent series for March-April, 2025. In this series at Cross-Way, we’ll explore many different angles to the meaning of “the Cross of Jesus Christ”. John RW Stott says that the Cross of Christ is the center and heart of Christianity, shaping the faith, ethics, and mission of the Church. “The cross is the unique place where God’s love, mercy, holiness, and justice meet.” Therefore, “the cross transforms everything.” It gives us a new, worshipping relationship to God, a new and balanced understanding of ourselves, a new incentive to give ourselves in mission, a new love for our enemies, and a new courage to face the perplexities of suffering.” (11).
    According to Stott, “Stott presents the cross as the defining event of Christian faith, emphasizing its necessity, significance, and implications for believers. He engages with biblical, historical, and theological perspectives, addressing key questions about atonement, salvation, and discipleship.” (chat GPT in summary of The Cross of Christ. No, I don't use ChatGPT to prepare my sermons).
    These are some of the themes we will explore in this series. Here are some quotations from the book: “The cross enforces three truths: about ourselves, about God, and about Jesus Christ.” “The Christian life is not just a matter of getting into heaven, but of taking up the cross and following Christ.” “Suffering is the badge of true discipleship.”
    The need for this series address is that, our world of Nepali Christianity does not resonate with (or understand favorably) suffering, loss, pain and grief as a good and necessary part of our discipleship (following Christ honestly). The hardest challenge to Christianity is that “If God is so good, why is there so much suffering and evil in the world?” Personal sufferings, evil and injustice, especially if it comes upon innocent people like children. Similarly, the wars and its impact on people’s lives and community (like currently in Sudan, and Ukraine). We will address these, but exhaust the answers. The Bible tells us that if we are to follow Christ, suffering is part of our lives calling, and we better learn to view them in the light of the Bible.
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    35 m
  • येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - १, पा. प्रेम सुबेदी

    येशू ख्रीष्टको क्रूस - १, पा. प्रेम सुबेदी
    Mar 12 2025
    “The Cross of Christ” “o]z' v|Li6sf] j|'m;”
    This is a Lent series for March-April, 2025. In this series at Cross-Way, we’ll explore many different angles to the meaning of “the Cross of Jesus Christ”. John RW Stott says that the Cross of Christ is the center and heart of Christianity, shaping the faith, ethics, and mission of the Church. “The cross is the unique place where God’s love, mercy, holiness, and justice meet.” Therefore, “the cross transforms everything.” It gives us a new, worshipping relationship to God, a new and balanced understanding of ourselves, a new incentive to give ourselves in mission, a new love for our enemies, and a new courage to face the perplexities of suffering.” (11).
    According to Stott, “Stott presents the cross as the defining event of Christian faith, emphasizing its necessity, significance, and implications for believers. He engages with biblical, historical, and theological perspectives, addressing key questions about atonement, salvation, and discipleship.” (chat GPT in summary of The Cross of Christ. No, I don't use ChatGPT to prepare my sermons).
    These are some of the themes we will explore in this series. Here are some quotations from the book: “The cross enforces three truths: about ourselves, about God, and about Jesus Christ.” “The Christian life is not just a matter of getting into heaven, but of taking up the cross and following Christ.” “Suffering is the badge of true discipleship.”
    The need for this series address is that, our world of Nepali Christianity does not resonate with (or understand favorably) suffering, loss, pain and grief as a good and necessary part of our discipleship (following Christ honestly). The hardest challenge to Christianity is that “If God is so good, why is there so much suffering and evil in the world?” Personal sufferings, evil and injustice, especially if it comes upon innocent people like children. Similarly, the wars and its impact on people’s lives and community (like currently in Sudan, and Ukraine). We will address these, but exhaust the answers. The Bible tells us that if we are to follow Christ, suffering is part of our lives calling, and we better learn to view them in the light of the Bible.
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    32 m
  • गहिरो मण्डली - ५, पा. लकिम राई

    गहिरो मण्डली - ५, पा. लकिम राई
    Mar 5 2025
    Deeper Church is a vision series at Cross-Way Church. As usual, we will focus on our vision after our evangelism outreach trip in January, to re-focus on our vision and mission. Why we are a church in the city, a resource church that is focused on planting and nurturing churches throughout the 77 districts of Nepal? We have a particular understanding of a church, “mental model” of a church, that is, we believe Jesus’ vision for a church in context. It is perhaps different than many other churches in Nepal. The Church is the body of Christ, it is in the world to know who Christ is, make him known, and to do as he did. John Mark Comer calls it “to be with Jesus, to become like Jesus, and to do as Jesus did.” (Practicing the Way,2024).
    Why the topic “deeper church”. Because, often churches in our society have been shallow- our understanding, our vision of/for a church is what’s above the surface “good enough to show for” a leader focused, a program focused, a society oriented in the name of the gospel, discipleship, mission, etc. Bigger we are, and the wider our influence, the happier we are. But, we have to ask, what does God want, What would Jesus want in/from a church?
    In this series, we will focus on what makes a healthy church, a “deeper church”? Deeper church is a church that can weather any/everything changing weather/climate can bring against it. It's durable, sustained through all seasons of life-church. What consists of a deeper church? We’ll focus on the four elements: 1. Strength of its Roots. 2. Health in Growth, 3. Fruit it Bears, 4. Ability to Propagate (seed), etc.
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    31 m
  • गहिरो मण्डली - ४, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल

    गहिरो मण्डली - ४, पा. अरबिन पोखरेल
    Feb 26 2025
    Deeper Church is a vision series at Cross-Way Church. As usual, we will focus on our vision after our evangelism outreach trip in January, to re-focus on our vision and mission. Why we are a church in the city, a resource church that is focused on planting and nurturing churches throughout the 77 districts of Nepal? We have a particular understanding of a church, “mental model” of a church, that is, we believe Jesus’ vision for a church in context. It is perhaps different than many other churches in Nepal. The Church is the body of Christ, it is in the world to know who Christ is, make him known, and to do as he did. John Mark Comer calls it “to be with Jesus, to become like Jesus, and to do as Jesus did.” (Practicing the Way,2024).
    Why the topic “deeper church”. Because, often churches in our society have been shallow- our understanding, our vision of/for a church is what’s above the surface “good enough to show for” a leader focused, a program focused, a society oriented in the name of the gospel, discipleship, mission, etc. Bigger we are, and the wider our influence, the happier we are. But, we have to ask, what does God want, What would Jesus want in/from a church?
    In this series, we will focus on what makes a healthy church, a “deeper church”? Deeper church is a church that can weather any/everything changing weather/climate can bring against it. It's durable, sustained through all seasons of life-church. What consists of a deeper church? We’ll focus on the four elements: 1. Strength of its Roots. 2. Health in Growth, 3. Fruit it Bears, 4. Ability to Propagate (seed), etc.
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    39 m
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