Woodmen Valley Chapel

1. Gideon needs God. (7:19-22) 2. Gideon acts humbly (8:1-3) 3. Gideon's success affects his judgment (vs. 4-21) 4. Gideon's Legacy (vs. 22-35) Songs: Unstoppable God #7011436 by C Brown, S Furtick, and W Joye 2014 Sony/ATV Tree Publishing Praise The King #7032344 by C Voss, D Smith, M Bryce Jr. & M Farren 2014 © Farren Love And War Publishing Worthy Of Your Name #7052927 by B Younker and S Curran © sixsteps Music How Great Thou Art #14181 by S K Hine 1941, 1953, 1955 Stuart K. Hine, Renewed 1981 Manna Music Resurrecting #7051507 by C Brown, M Brock, M Ntele, S Furtick, and W Joye2015 © Be Essential Songs

1. Perspectives on Guilt 2. Lessons on Guilt a. The Lesson of Joseph (Genesis 39:23) b.The Lesson of the Brothers (Genesis 42:21) c. The Lesson of the Father (Genesis 37:35) 3. Steps to Resolve Guilt a. Go to the Source (Genesis 45:28) b. Understand the Lesson (Genesis 45:15) c. Initiate a Plan (Genesis 47:11-12) d. Let it Go (Genesis 45:4-5a) e. Trust in God (Genesis 45:5b, 7-8a) Songs: Unstoppable God #7011436 by C Brown, S Furtick, and W Joye 2014 Sony/ATV Tree Publishing Praise The King #7032344 by C Voss, D Smith, M Bryce Jr. & M Farren 2014 © Farren Love And War Publishing Worthy Of Your Name #7052927 by B Younker and S Curran © sixsteps Music How Great Thou Art #14181 by S K Hine 1941, 1953, 1955 Stuart K. Hine, Renewed 1981 Manna Music Jesus Paid It All #4689508 by J T Grape, E M. Hall, and A Nifong 2006 worshiptogether.com songs and sixsteps Music

Unity is something we long for but often fail to achieve. In Philippians 2, Paul demonstrates how unity is achieved through serving one another. He then points to the ultimate example, Jesus Christ 1. Unity through Humility (vs. 1-4) 2. Humility in Action (vs. 5-11) SONGS The Lord Our God #6518055 by J Ingram and K Stanfill 2013 Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Jesus We Love You #7030068 by H McClure, K Heiligenthal, and P McClure 2014 © Bethel Music Publishing O Praise The Name (Anástasis) #7037787 by B Hastings, D Ussher, & M Sampson 2015 © Hillsong Music Publishing No Other Name #7019979 by J Houston and J Myrin 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing

Gideon is an unlikely Hero in God’s story- so unlikely that it takes a process for him to gain confidence in himself and God’s calling. God’s strength with Gideon is the secret sauce that leads to Gideon’s success as a leader. God is calling each of us to different things- what will be necessary for you to gain confidence that his strength in you will be enough to accomplish what he has asked you to do? 1. God corrected Gideon’s misunderstandings: (6:11-13) 2. God assured Gideon that he has what it takes. (6:14-16) 3. God helped Gideon Overcome the Fear of Others Approval (6:17-35) 4. God Used Circumstances (6:36-40) 5. God Shows Gideon the Odds Are Unimportant (7:1-8) 6. God Works Ahead of Gideon (7:9-18) SONGS The Lord Our God #6518055 by J Ingram and K Stanfill 2013 Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Jesus We Love You #7030068 by H McClure, K Heiligenthal, and P McClure 2014 © Bethel Music Publishing O Praise The Name (Anástasis) #7037787 by B Has

Using scripture from Christ’s experience at Gethsemane, we will review a Biblical approach to handling pressure 1. Emotional Comatose (vs. 36-46) 2. Over Compensation (vs. 51-52) 3. Avoidance (vs. 56b) 4. Denial (vs.69-75) SONGS The Lord Our God #6518055 by J Ingram and K Stanfill 2013 Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Jesus We Love You #7030068 by H McClure, K Heiligenthal, and P McClure 2014 © Bethel Music Publishing O Praise The Name (Anástasis) #7037787 by B Hastings, D Ussher, & M Sampson 2015 © Hillsong Music Publishing God I Look To You #5858163 by J Johnson 2010 Bethel Music

When some heard that Jesus was teaching in their town, they brought their friend, a paralytic, to him. When there was no room for them to enter the home where Jesus was, they dramatically lowered their friend through the roof. Seeing their faith, he forgave the paralytic’s sins. When those in attendance questioned in their hearts Jesus’ ability to forgive sins, Jesus demonstrates his power by healing the paralytic. 1. The ministry of the word (vs. 1-2) 2. The faith of committed friends (vs. 3-5) 3. The doubt of the scribes (vs. 6-7) 4. The authority of the Son of Man (vs. 8-12) SONGS All The Earth #7035179 by A Rozier, J Ingram, J Smith, and M Andrews 2014 © Word Music, LLC Exalted Over All #7065022 by A Rozier, J Ingram, and J Cates 2016 © All Essential Music Resurrecting #7051507 by C Brown, M Brock, M Ntele, S Furtick, & W Joye 2015 © Be Essential Songs Jesus Paid It All #4689508 by J T Grape, E M. Hall, and A Nifong 2006 worshiptogether.com songs and sixsteps Music Let There Be Light #7069096 by

Even though Jesus was God in the flesh, he still desired to spend time with his father. Rising early in the morning he went to spend time in prayer. When the disciples try to get him to return to Capernaum, Jesus remains committed to his father’s mission and moves on to the next town to preach the gospel. Recognizing our weaknesses, how much more do we need that time alone with our heavenly father? 1. Jesus spent time with the Father (vs. 35-39) a. Intentional (v. 35) b. Counterintuitive (vs. 36-37) c. Necessary (vs. 38-39) 2. Jesus changes people’s lives (vs. 40-45) a. Jesus heals (vs. 40-42) b. We rejoice (vs. 43-45) SONGS All Hail The Power Of Jesus Name #25400 by O Holden, E Perronet, and J Rippon Public Domain Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs Love So Great #7068428 by J Snell, J Grimmett, and R Morgan 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing What A Beautiful Name #7068424 by B Fielding and B Ligertwood 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing Give

Jesus called Simon, Andrew, James and John to follow him, and they would quickly see he was not an ordinary teacher. Jesus taught as one who had authority, and even demons and sickness submitted to his will. We too need acknowledge Jesus’ authority over our lives and in obedience follow him. 1. Authority to… a. Call (vs. 16-20) b. Teach (vs. 21-22) c. Command (vs. 23-28) d. Heal (vs. 29-34) SONGS Call Upon The Lord #7051501 by C Brown and S Furtick 2015 © Be Essential Songs The Lion And The Lamb #7038281 by B Brown, B Johnson, and L Mooring 2015 Meaux Mercy Thankyou Music Worthy Of Your Name #7052927 by B Younker and S Curran 2017© sixsteps Music How Deep The Father's Love For Us #1558110 by S Townend 1995 Thankyou Music We Fall Down #2437367 by C Tomlin 1998 worshiptogether.com songs No Other Name #7019979 by J Houston and J Myrin 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing

Unlike the other gospels, Mark begins right at the start of Jesus’ public ministry. Even though he himself was without sin, Jesus identifies with the sins of his people and is baptized; the Spirit of God descends upon him and the father confirms his identity. Though tempted, Jesus overcomes sin and begins to preach a message of repentance. 1. The beginning of the gospel (v. 1) a. Foretold by scripture (vs. 2-8) b. Affirmed by God (vs. 9-11) c. Opposed by Satan (vs. 12-13) 2. The time is now (vs. 14-15) SONGS Alive In You #7054536 by J Frye, K Walker-Smith, and S Smith 2015 © Capitol CMG Genesis Christ Is Enough #6514035 by R Morgan and J Myrin 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing Make A Way #7028394 by J Ingram and J Egan © Integrity Worship Music Lead Me To The Cross #4785828 by B Fraser 2006 Hillsong Publishing Man Of Sorrows #6476063 by M Crocker and B Ligertwood 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing

The prophet Elijah was despondent. He had just seen God move in power, but his life is threatened instead of responding in faith, he immediately flees – essentially quitting the ministry. Elijah runs to the same mountain where God appeared to Moses and hopes for God to show up in a great display of power again. God shows up. But in ways that are both undeserving and unexpected. God tells Elijah; I am working a plan that you can’t even see yet, you are not alone, live out your hope and trust in me! A HOPE LOST (vs. 1-8) We experience the grace of God in ways we don’t deserve A HOPE RESTORED (vs. 9-13a) We see the power of God in ways we don’t expect A HOPE LIVED (vs. 13b-18) We trust the promises of God in ways we don’t yet fully see Songs: This Is Amazing Grace #6333821 by J Farro, J Riddle, and P Wickham 2012 Bethel Music Stronger #5060810 by B Fielding and R Morgan 2007 Hillsong Publishing God With Us #6460237 by L Jordan 2012 Open Hands Music and Integrity's Praise! Music Only You #70269

After the craziness of Christmas comes a new year. Some see it as a chance to start fresh, write new resolutions and goals. Others can see it as a continuation of an already hard season. When we enter a season where our faith in God does not come easily, it’s important to know where to look to be reminded of the goodness and faithfulness of God. That place may not always be forward. Sometimes we need to look back at what the Lord has already done. 1. The Loss of Faith (vs. 1-4) Getting to a place where you can move into the unknown 2. The Words of the Wise (vs 5-9) Regaining perspective when facing hard things 3. Looking back (vs. 10-12) Remembering God’s faithfulness Songs: This Is Amazing Grace #6333821 by J Farro, J Riddle, and P Wickham 2012 Bethel Music Stronger #5060810 by B Fielding and R Morgan 2007 Hillsong Publishing God With Us #6460237 by L Jordan 2012 Open Hands Music and Integrity's Praise! Music Faithful To The End #7054172 by B Johnson, H McClure, J Taylor, and P McClure 2015 © Bet

Unity is something we long for but often fail to achieve. In Philippians 2, Paul demonstrates how unity is achieved through serving one another. He then points to the ultimate example, Jesus Christ. 1. Unity through Humility (vs. 1-4) 2. Humility in Action (vs. 5-11) Songs: This Is Amazing Grace #6333821 by J Farro, J Riddle, and P Wickham 2012 Bethel Music Stronger #5060810 by B Fielding and R Morgan 2007 Hillsong Publishing God With Us #6460237 by L Jordan 2012 Open Hands Music and Integrity's Praise! Music Be Thou My Vision #30639 by E H Hull | ME Byrne, Public Domain In Christ Alone #3350395 by K Getty and S Townend 2001 Thankyou Music

The Birth of Jesus (vs. 1-12) 1. Some were seeking (vs. 1-2) 2. Some were threatened (v. 3) 3. Some were callous (vs. 4-8) 4. Some found God (vs. 9-12) Songs: Joy To The World 24016 by G F Handel | I Watts Public Domain Hark The Herald Angels Sing 7019799 by C Wesley, F Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, J Ingram, & P Baloche © Integrity Worship Music O Come All Ye Faithful 7095543 by B Tan, C. F Oakeley, J F Wade, K Wykes, M Crocker, and M G Chislett 2017 Hillsong Music Publishing The Earth Stood Still by Future of Forestry O Holy Night 32015 by A C Adam | J S Dwight | P Cappeau Public Domain Silent Night 2684749 by J F Young | J Mohr Public Domain

Rather than abandoning those who have stumbled, we are to seek to bring back to the truth those who have wandered away. While this can be painful, and often requires great patience and faith, it is a demonstration of Christ’s great love and forgiveness for us. 1. We could all wander (v. 19a) 2. We should help those that do (v. 19b) 3. It’s the gift that money can’t buy (v. 20) Songs: Angels We Have Heard On High #27721 by E S Barnes and J Chadwick Public Domain Exalted Over All #7065022 by A Rozier, J Ingram, and J Cates 2016 © All Essential Music O Come, O Come Emmanuel #31982 by H S Coffin| J M Neale | T Helmore Public Domain King Of Heaven #6428846 by M Crocker, S Ligthelm, and R Taubert 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing Let There Be Light #7069096 by B Ligertwood, J Houston, M Crocker, M Guy Chislett, S Ligertwood 2016 © Hillsong Music Publishing

Prayer is the greatest resource we have, and yet, so few employ it regularly. James tells us that “The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working” (James 5:16b) so we need to pursue righteousness and cultivate a pattern of persistent prayer. 1. Pray more: a. When you are suffering (v. 13a) b. When you are cheerful (v. 13b) c. When you are sick (vs. 14-15) d. When you have sinned (v. 16a) 2. It works (vs. 16b-18) Songs: Born is the King (It's Christmastime) #6089302 M Crocker S Ligertwood 2011 Hillsong Music Publishing Come Thou Long Expected Jesus #1759517 by J S Bach and C Wesley Public Domain Waiting Here For You #5925663 by J Reeves, M Smith, and C Tomlin 2011 worshiptogether.com songs Lord I Need You #5925687 by D Carson, M Maher, C Nockels, J Reeves, and K Stanfill 2011 worshiptogether.com songs Make A Way #7028394 by J Ingram and J Egan © Integrity Worship Music

The pattern of our lives should be such that one can trust us at our word. Rather than having to appeal to oaths or others, our integrity and personal testimony should be the measure that encourages others to believe in what we say. 1. Speak the Truth (v. 12) a. Wisdom for Communicating Well (and enjoying the Christmas season). I. Listen Carefully (Proverbs 18:13) II. Be Nice (Proverbs 12:18) III. Be Straightforward (Proverbs 15:28) IV. Be Quiet (Proverbs 10:19) 2. Earn Trust a. Speak the Truth in Love (Ephesians 4:15) b. Build Others Up (Ephesians 4:29) 3. Share the Gospel (Colossians 4:5-6) Songs: Make A Way #7028394 by J Ingram and J Egan © Integrity Worship Music God I Look To You #5858163 by J Johnson 2010 Bethel Music O Come Let Us Adore Him #4317368 by D DeMarco 2001 Raise Yo Praze Music No Longer Slaves #7030123 by J D Helser & M Helser 2014 © Bethel Music Publishing No Other Name #7019979 by J Houston and J Myrin 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing

Our sense of identity determines how we live. Embracing the identity that Christ gives us will yield fruitful outcomes that enable us to succeed in our walk with Him. SONGS This I Believe (The Creed) #7018338 by B Fielding and M Crocker 2014 © Hillsong Music Publishing Your Grace Is Enough #4477026 by M Maher, C Tomlin 2003 spiritandsong.com Worthy Of Your Name #7052927 by B Younker and S Curran © sixsteps Music Jesus Paid It All #4689508 by J T Grape, E M. Hall, and A Nifong 2006 worshiptogether.com songs and sixsteps Music Forever #7001228 by C B Gifford, K Jobe, B Johnson, J Johnson, J Taylor, and G Wilson 2013 Bethel Music and worshiptogether.com songs

In this life we will have trial and tribulations. Rather than taking matters into our own hands, at times all that we can do is patiently wait for the coming of our Lord. “Patience” is not something that happens on its own, but is a conscious decision and matter of will. 1. Patience takes faith (vs. 7-8) 2. Patience requires discipline (v. 9) 3. Patience is always worth it (vs. 10-11) Songs: Overcome #7067561 by C Brown, M Brock, and S Furtick © Music by Elevation Worship Publishing Faithful To The End #7054172 by B Johnson, H McClure, J Taylor, & P McClure 2015 © Bethel Music Publishing God With Us (Torwalt) #7054539 by B Torwalt and K Torwalt 2015 © Capitol CMG Genesis Make A Way #7028394 by J Ingram and J Egan © Integrity Worship Music Waiting Here For You #5925663 by J Reeves, M Smith, and C Tomlin 2011 worshiptogether.com songs

It is a fool who thinks he or she can bring security to their future by amassing earthly wealth, and it is a great evil to amass that wealth by abusing others and living only for one’s own satisfaction. Loving well requires we live generously towards others sharing with them what God has entrusted us to steward. 1. Do not presume upon the future – Include God in your plans (vs. 13-17) 2. Do not pursue this world’s treasures – Live generously (5:1) a. Greedy little scrooges (vs. 2-3) b. Filthy little thieves (v. 4) c. Chubby indulgent gluttons (vs. 5-6) SONGS All The Earth #7035179 by A Rozier, J Ingram, J Smith, and M Andrews 2014 © Word Music, LLC Love So Great #7068428 by J Snell, J Grimmett, and R Morgan 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing How Great Thou Art #14181 by S Hine 1941, 1953, 1955 Stuart K. Hine, Renewed 1981 Manna Music, Inc. I Surrender (ASAD) #7060165 by D Leonard, J Ingram, and L Jordan © Open Hands Music The Stand #4705248 by J Houston 2005 Hillsong Publishing

The battles of this life will not be won by the strong, but rather by those who consciously seek to draw near and close to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you, but we must humble ourselves before God to receive the grace we need to overcome temptation. 1. The problem (v. 1) a. A vicious cycle (vs. 2-3) b. A foolish decision (v. 4) 2. The Solution: a. Receive grace (vs. 5-6) b. Draw near. (vs. 7-10) 3. The warning: Speak carefully (vs. 11-12) Songs: God With Us #6460237 by L Jordan 2012 Open Hands Music and Integrity's Praise! Music The Lord Our God #6518055 by J Ingram and K Stanfill 2013 Christ Is Enough #6514035 by R Morgan and J Myrin 2012 Hillsong Music Publishing O Come To The Altar #7051511 by C Brown, M Brock, S Furtick, and W Joye 2015 © Be Essential Songs In Christ Alone #3350395 by K Getty and S Townend 2001 Thankyou Music