Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:39:57 -0400 Harvest Ministry http://harvest.podbus.com Podcast Maker v1.4.0 - http://www.lemonzdream.com/podcastmaker Harvest exist to glorify God by equipping Christ - Centered Leaders to transform the world. Harvest is a part of Vision Church in Winter Garden, Florida en http://harvest.podbus.com/cross001_144.jpg http://harvest.podbus.com 144 144 Podcasting clean Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Luke 23.32-43 At the Cross IV A Deathbed Confession Luke 23.32-43 The two thieves crucified with Jesus were very similar in many respects...but very different in one. That one difference made all the difference in the world. I. Face to face with death II. Face to face with eternity III. Face to face with a choice Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. What are the warning signs in your life that remind you of your mortality? 2. If your life were taken from you today, what regrets would you have? For deeper discussion 1. If you were to die, how do you think people will remember you? How would you want to be remembered? 2. As you get older, do you want to please God more or do you want to please people more? What does it mean to be rich towards God? 3. Like the thieves, we too have been given a second chance. What choices do you need to make to live in His grace? 4. Who do you think is “too bad” for God to save? How does this message bring new hope? http://harvest.podbus.com/At%20the%20Cross%204.mp3 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:39:00 -0400 Christian clean 00:38:56 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Matthew 27.32-44 At the Cross III Religious Leaders: The Danger of Being Religious Matthew 27.32-44 Have you ever wondered why religious* people are so mean? This passage shows us that religious people have 3 things. I. Empty _________________ II. Empty _________________ III. Empty _________________ * “religious” as opposed to “spiritual” or “Christ-like” or “those who have a relationship with Christ” Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. interestingly enough, Jesus saved his harshest rebukes for the religious people. What does it mean to be “religious” and why was Jesus so opposed to it? 2. Do people ever say that you are mean? After hearing this message, how much of it do you think is because you are “religious”? For deeper discussion 1. How have you settled for “outer things” instead of seeking true inner change? What outer forms do you use to mask an empty heart? 2. Are you using outer forms to earn a better standing in the eyes of God? How does the Gospel speak to this situation? 3. In what area (ex: prayer, humility, discipline, etc.) do you tend to look down on others? How has that become a source of pride to you? 4. We treat others the way we feel like we’ve been treated. Those who’ve tasted grace and love will dispense the same. What does your treatment of others reveal about your understanding of God’s grace? http://harvest.podbus.com/At%20The%20Cross%203.mp3 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:43:40 -0500 Christian clean 00:39:30 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: John 19.16-24 At the Cross II Soldiers: So Close Yet So Far Away John 19.16-24 The soldiers touched the Savior...but they weren’t touched by Him. What kept them from seeing and embracing Jesus? I. _________________ II. _________________ III. _________________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. What three things blinded the soldiers from seeing Jesus? Which of the three hindrances do you struggle with? 2. Do you see yourself as more of a cat or a dog according to the illustration? In what ways do you see yourself in that way? For deeper discussion 1. Do you think you are too busy to fully take in the wonder of the gospel? Has your busy-ness caused you to not love the way that you ought to? 2. What can you do practically to slow down your busy life to appreciate the gospel again? 3. How can you rekindle the wonder of the cross again? How can you be rescued from the “been there, done that” mentality when it comes to the cross? http://harvest.podbus.com/At%20The%20Cross%202.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:43:34 -0500 Christian clean 00:36:58 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Matthew 27.11-26 At the Cross I Pilate: The Man Who Sold His Soul Matthew 27.11-26 Though Pilate knew Jesus was not guilty, he was responsible for the death of the innocent One. Why? I. He chose _________________and _________________ over the truth (23-24) II. He chose _________________and _________________ over the truth (24) III. He chose ____________________________ over the truth (24) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. How do you experience peer pressure? How does that keep you from living out the truth? 2. Whose approval do you seek after? How do you seek to please people? For deeper discussion 1. How have you chosen status or security over standing on the truth? Are there any ways in which you have compromised for the sake of these things? 2. What would your life look like if it wasn’t about status or security? 3. In what way(s) have you substituted religious rituals for genuine pursuit of Jesus? How are you simply going through motions? http://harvest.podbus.com/At%20The%20Cross%20I.mp3 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:45:59 -0500 Christian clean 00:38:42 Rev. David L Kim Urbana Testimony - Kenny Kuk http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%202.14.10.mp3 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:03:38 -0500 Christian clean 00:11:20 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 41.28-32, 53-57 Seasons VII Poverty: When All That’s Within Me Feels Dry Genesis 41.28-32, 53-57 Sometimes, regardless of what we do, we experience times of dryness and famine. Where is God in such times? I. Characteristics of the Season of Poverty II. Lessons from the Season of Poverty III. Fruit of the Season of Poverty Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Have you felt like you were in a time of spiritual famine? What characterized such a time? 2. Do you feel like you’re in such a time right now? What do you think is causing that? For deeper discussion 1. There is a difference between being in a famine and not eating of the abundance of God. if you are unsatisfied, is it due to spiritual famine or fasting from the spiritual? 2. What do you think God is trying to wean you from during this season of your life? 3. What does desperation look like in your life? What does it look like to cling only to Him in hard times? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seasons%207%20-%20Poverty-%20When%20All%20That%27s%20Within%20Me%20Feels%20Dry.mp3 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 11:40:34 -0500 Christian clean 00:36:20 Rev. David L Kim Urbana Testimony - Danny Chen http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%202.7.10.mp3 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:04:25 -0500 Christian clean 00:14:46 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 41 Seasons VI The Season of Plenty Genesis 41. Even in the palace, Joseph’s life teaches us that there are still seasons and lessons to be learned. I. Characteristics of the Season of Plenty II. Lessons from the Season of Plenty III. Fruit of the Season of Plenty Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Do you feel like you’re in a season of spiritual plenty or poverty? Why? 2. In what way would you say you are living in a time of plenty? How have you taken advantage of the abundance that is available to you here at Harvest? For deeper discussion 1. What is one practical thing you can do in the next week or month or year to feast on the plenty here at Harvest? 2. How are you “there but not there” during times of spiritual feeding? What can you do to make sure that “wherever you are, you can be all there”? 3. How have you found strength in hard times because of your “storing up” when times were not so hard? http://harvest.podbus.com/Season%206%20-%20Good%20and%20Plenty.mp3 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:01:57 -0500 Christian clean 00:34:46 Rev. David L Kim Urbana Testimony - Seho Hong http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%201.31.10.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:03:58 -0500 Christian clean 00:15:20 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 41 Seasons V The Palace...Finally! Genesis 41 After 13 years of hardship and pain, Joseph finally makes it to the palace. I. Characteristics of the Palace II. Lessons from the Palace III. Fruit of the Palace Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. In what areas of your life has God granted you “success” in the eyes of the world? 2. Have you had any dreams of being used by God that have been fulfilled? For deeper discussion 1. Are there areas in your life that you know cannot be attributed to anything that you have done—but was only by God’s grace and plan? 2. When is the last time you praised God for the good things that He has done? How can you incorporate a habit of praise in your life as a way of reminding yourself of how you got to where you are? 3. How can you leverage your success to influence others for God’s glory? How can you use your wealth to help those in need? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seasons%205%20-%20The%20Palace...Finally%21.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 11:39:17 -0500 Christian clean 00:38:16 Rev. David L Kim http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%201.24.10.mp3 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:55:17 -0500 Christian clean 00:07:10 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 40 Seasons IV The Purpose of Prison in the Shaping of a Servant Genesis 40 God has been shaping Joseph to be a true servant through the seasons of his life. He has a clear purpose for Joseph, even while he labors in prison. I. Characteristics of Prison II. Lessons from Prison III. Fruit of Prison Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Do you ever feel unrecognized or forgotten by people? How does the story of Joseph encourage you? 2. In what way(s) do you feel forgotten by God? How can you take comfort from Joseph’s life? For deeper discussion 1. When you obey God, whose applause are you seeking? 2. Think of a time when what you did went unrecognized. How did you feel? What does that reveal to you about your heart? 3. What’s the difference between a server and a servant? Which better describes you? How does grace motivate you to better be a servant? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seasons%204%20-%20The%20Purpose%20of%20Prison%20in%20the%20Shaping%20of%20a%20Servant.mp3 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:53:55 -0500 Christian clean 00:42:30 Rev. David L Kim http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%201.17.10.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:00:04 -0500 Christian clean 00:03:32 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 39 Seasons III At Potiphar’s Pad with a Desperate Housewife Genesis 39 God was with Joseph in every season. But His presence does not mean life will be devoid of hardship and suffering. I. Characteristics of Potiphar’s House II. Lessons from Potiphar’s House III. Fruit of Potiphar’s House Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Whose life is a model of integrity to you? What do you want to emulate about his or her life? 2. What parts of your life have you dis-integrated from your walk with Christ? What is God calling you to do to be a person of integrity in these parts of your life? For deeper discussion 1. In what ways do you find yourself being tempted to compromise? How can you flee from these temptations? 2. Joseph saw that the benefits of obedience far outweighed the “benefits” of compromise. Which do you see as greater? What does that reveal about your spiritual state? 3. What excuses do you make to rationalize sin? 4. Reflect on this statement: God has set you apart for a special purpose and it is when we are holy that we are most powerfully used. http://harvest.podbus.com/Seasons%203%20-%20At%20Potiphar%27s%20Pad%20with%20a%20Desperate%20Housewife.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:49:18 -0500 Christian clean 00:42:14 Rev. David L Kim http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%201.10.10.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 12:06:31 -0500 Christian clean 00:14:22 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 37.12-38 Seasons II When Life is the Pits Genesis 37.12-38 Joseph had huge dreams of being used by God, but he found himself in the bottom of a deep pit. What does his season in the pit teach us? I. Characteristics of the Pit II. Lessons from the Pit III. Fruit of the Pit Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Have you felt rejected or betrayed lately? 2. Is there someone that you are holding a grudge against? Someone that you are bitter or resentful towards? For deeper discussion 1. How have you seen this to be true: the closer the person is to you, the greater the pain of his/her rejection? 2. How have you seen the cost of non-forgiveness to yourself or others? 3. Is there a time when you have paid the price to forgive someone? 4. In the pit of rejection and betrayal, God teaches us not only to forgive, but to love unconditionally. How is God teaching you this lesson? Whom is God calling you to love without strings attached? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seasons%202.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 12:04:12 -0500 Christian clean 00:41:44 Rev. David L Kim http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%201.3.10.mp3 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 12:04:26 -0500 Christian clean 00:02:38 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 37.2-11 Seasons I God Has a Dream for You Genesis 37.2-11 When God wants to use somebody, he or she goes through... I. The ______________________ of ______________________ (3, 5-10) II. The ______________________ of ______________________ (2, 5, 9) III. ______________________ to ______________________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Describe a time when you knew God wanted to use you. 2. What are some life lessons that could not be learned from textbooks but could only be learned in the school of life? For deeper discussion 1. What kind of dreams is God giving you for this new year? How do you think He wants to use you? 2. Are there ways in which your motives are impure as you have sought to seek God? How can these motives be purified? 3. Are you in a difficult season of life? What is God trying to wean you from? What lessons are there to be learned in your season? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seasons%201%20-%20God%20Has%20a%20Dream%20for%20You.mp3 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 11:57:31 -0500 Christian clean 00:55:10 Rev. David L Kim http://harvest.podbus.com/Testimony%2012.20.09.mp3 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:05:34 -0500 Christian clean 00:04:16 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Matthew 2.1-20 Christmas Through Their Eyes III Why Herod Had a Bad Christmas Matthew 2.1-20 Herod had a bad Christmas because... I. He celebrated _______________ but didn’t ___________ Christ II. He was full of _______________ but he was _______________ inside III. He was _______________ but didn’t turn to the real _______________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. What would a “good” Christmas look like to you? 2. What’s on your “to-do” list between now and Christmas? How can you avoid feeling overwhelmed? For deeper discussion 1. How can you cut down on distractions this year so that you might be able to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas? 2. In what ways are you using the spirit of Christmas (gifts, decorations, parties, etc.) to cover up an empty feeling in your heart? 3. What do you feel stressed or anxious about this season? What would it look like to trust Christ as King over those areas? http://harvest.podbus.com/Christmas%20Through%20Their%20Eyes%203.mp3 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 11:39:54 -0500 Christian clean 00:37:56 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Luke 2.25-35 Christmas Through Their Eyes II Simeon: A Faithful Remnant in a Dark Time Luke 2.25-35 In every age, there is a remnant who stay true to God even in dark times. Simeon was one such person. From him, we learn that the faithful few: I. patiently wait and eagerly expect God to fulfill His promises II. long for others to be happy in Christ III. consider this world to not be their home Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Are you waiting for God to fulfill a promise right now? Which promise? What is God teaching you through this? 2. Do you eagerly expect God to show up in your life? In your worship? In your cell church? Our expectation is His invitation. For deeper discussion 1. Who in your life needs comfort and consolation? How can you show Christ’s comfort to them? 2. Who is God calling you to bless this week with your words and prayers? 3. How homesick for heaven are you? Has this world become too much like home? How and why? http://harvest.podbus.com/Christmas%20Through%20Their%20Eyes%202.mp3 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 20:27:15 -0500 Christian clean 00:31:07 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Matthew 1.18-25 Christmas Through Their Eyes I Joseph: The Man Jesus Called “Dad” Matthew 1.18-25 Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. What is the most inspiring thing about Joseph’s life? 2. What hardships are you currently facing? In the midst of the confusion, Joseph obeyed the little that he knew. What kind of obedience is God calling you to? For deeper discussion 1. Do you find yourself in a tough situation through no fault of your own? Could it be that God has a divine purpose for you far beyond what you can imagine? How does this give you encouragement? 2. What comfort do you take from the fact that God is with us and that He is mighty to save? 3. Joseph’s life and obedience points us towards the life and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Take time to celebrate and worship Him this week. http://harvest.podbus.com/Christmas%20Through%20Their%20Eyes%201.mp3 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:40:58 -0500 Christian clean 00:41:58 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Acts 1.1-10 A Church that Can Change the World Acts 1.1-10 How can we be a church that changes the world as the early church did in the first-century? Those disciples were: I. __________________________________ (v. 4) II. __________________________________ (v. 5, 8) III. __________________________________ (v. 8) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Do you long for our church to have the kind of power and testimonies talked about in Acts? Do you believe this is possible? 2. How committed are you to seeing Harvest become the church that demonstrates God’s power and shows His worth? For deeper discussion 1. What does radical obedience look like to you? In what area of your life do you need to step out of your comfort zone? 2. How is God challenging you to be filled with the Holy Spirit? What practical things can you do to obey the command to “be filled with the Holy Spirit?” 3. When have you suffered for Christ and the Gospel? Have you witnessed a time when someone else’s suffering led others to Christ? How is God calling you to suffer for Him? http://harvest.podbus.com/A%20Church%20That%20Can%20Change%20The%20World.mp3 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 11:32:55 -0500 Christian clean 00:35:06 Matt Sermon Text: Book of Haggai For I am With You Haggai What is God’s message for the original readers of Haggai? What is God’s message for us? I. God’s Message for Them R____________, H_________, and O__________ II. God’s Message for Us R____________, H_________, and O__________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. How have you made yourself unclean in God's eyes through your attitudes or actions? Have you repented of those attitudes and actions? 2. How has your life been affected by greed? How can you be freed from its grasp on your life? For deeper discussion 1. How does Christ's death and resurrection give you hope in light of your failures? 2. What do we as Christians have to look forward to in Christ's return? http://harvest.podbus.com/For%20I%20am%20with%20you.mp3 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:56:28 -0500 Christian clean 00:32:44 Rev. David L Kim Selected Passages in Proverbs Proverbs: Wisdom for Real Life VII All About the Benjamin? Selected Passages in Proverbs Financial difficulties are among the toughest because our finances affect so many other parts of life. Proverbs has specific wisdom in the area of our finances. I. There is a right and wrong way to _________________ (21.6, 11.1, 28.20, 22, 22.16) II. More money often means _________________ (13.7, 18.11, 15.27) III. The best things in life can’t be _________________ (15.16-17, 16.16, 22.1, 11.4) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Are there ways in which you have sought to earn money in a way that Proverbs says does not honor God? 2. How have you seen money lead to problems in your life or in someone else’s? For deeper discussion 1. How has money caused your view of yourself or others to be distorted? How can you change? 2. Money can buy many good things but it can’t buy the best things. How have you compromised what’s really important for the sake of money? What changes need to be made in order to honor God with your finances? 3. Listen to the “Money MythBusters” series from April 2007. Reflect on the following verses related to our finances:3.9-10, 6.6-11, 8.10-11, 18-19, 10.4-5, 15, 22, 11.18, 24, 13.8,11, 21-23, 16.8, 17,1. 18.23, 19.17, 20.21, 21.6,13, 17, 22.7, 26-27, 23.4-5, 28.6, 11, 22, 27, 29.7, 14 http://harvest.podbus.com/Wisdom%20for%20Real%20Life%207.mp3 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:38:43 -0500 Christian clean 00:36:36 Rev. David L Kim Selected Passages in Proverbs Proverbs: Wisdom for Real Life VI God, Our GPS Selected Passages in Proverbs According to Proverbs, knowing God’s will is really about making wise decisions. We need wisdom because often times the “right way” is really the “wrong way.” I. Let God _________________ by _________________ (19.21, 21.1, 16.33) II. Let God _________________ by _________________ (16,3, 11.3) III. Let God _________________ by _________________ (15.22, 12.5, 14.7) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Talk about a situation you were in recently in which you had to make a tough decision. What situation are you in right now in which you need to make a hard decision? 2. How have you seen God “re-calculate” your route so that His purposes could be accomplished? For deeper discussion 1. Have you ever felt like your well laid-out plans have come to naught? According to this message, what may be the cause for those failures? 2. In what area(s) of your life are not committing yourself fully to God? How are you lacking in integrity? 3. How can you improve in the following areas: asking others for advice, asking wise people for advice, not asking wicked or foolish people for advice? 4. Reflect on the following verses related to knowing God’s will: 11.14, 12.15, 16.1-9, 16.4, 7, 9, 20.18, 24, 21.5, 30, 27.1 http://harvest.podbus.com/Proverbs%20-%20Wisdom%20for%20Real%20Life%206.mp3 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:30:04 -0500 Christian clean 00:36:30 Rev. David L Kim Selected Passages in Proverbs Proverbs: Wisdom for Real Life V Freedom from the Daily Grind of Work and School Selected Passages in Proverbs If we don’t see our work the way God does, we’ll never be fulfilled or satisfied. I. Our work is a ____________, not merely a ______________ (22.29) II. Our work should __________ us, not _______________ us (12.24) III. Our work should benefit the _______________, not just the _______________ (10.5) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. How do you feel when you wake up on Monday morning as you prepare for work (or school)? What is your attitude towards work? 2. Do you enjoy your work? Do you think God wants you to enjoy it? How would the writers of Proverbs advise you to find greater enjoyment in your work? For deeper discussion 1. How have you made work into something MORE than it was intended to be? What are you looking to your work to provide for you? 2. In what ways have you made working into something LESS than God intended it to be? How can you change? 3. How will your views on work and school be changed as a result of this teaching? http://harvest.podbus.com/Proverbs%20-%20Wisdom%20for%20Real%20Life%205.mp3 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:45:28 -0400 Christian clean 00:41:30 Rev. David L Kim Selected Passages in Proverbs Proverbs: Wisdom for Real Life IV Warning: The Lazy Will Suffer! Selected Passages in Proverbs The writers of the Proverbs issue constant warnings to their readers to avoid the pitfalls of laziness. I. Laziness causes _______________ in our lives (24.30-34, 26.13-14) II. Laziness ends with good _____________ and pious _________ (13.4, 14.23) III. Laziness forgets that we ________ what we _______ (6.6-9, 15.19) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. How have you seen the effects of laziness in someone else’s life? 2. Reflect on how well you are caring for your vineyard and maximizing your potential. How has laziness caused you to fall short? For deeper discussion 1. What unfulfilled longings and desires and commitments do you need to begin to act upon? 2. In what area of your life (ex: spiritual, family, relationships, vocation) has laziness affected you? 3. How does Christ’s “un-laziness” cause you to not give in to laziness? 4. Reflect on the following verses relating to laziness. Proverbs 10.4-5, 12.11, 12.24, 13.11, 14.1, 14.4, 18.9, 19.15, 19.24, 20.4, 20.13, 21.5-6, 26.16, 27.23-24 http://harvest.podbus.com/Proverbs%20-%20Wisdom%20for%20Real%20Life%204.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:46:31 -0400 Christian clean 00:37:04 Rev. David L Kim http://harvest.podbus.com/Baptism%20%26%20Confirmation%20Testamonies.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:12:24 -0400 Christian clean 00:19:08 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: John 3.16 A Verse for the Deserted Island John 3.16 John 3.16 is one of the most famous verses in Scripture and is one of the clearest and succinct summaries of the Gospel that we have. I. God ______________ II. God ______________ III. We ______________ IV. We ______________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. How has the doctrine of God’s love touched your heart? 2. God could have given any gift to show His love for you but He gave His one and only Son. What does this tell you about His love for you? For deeper discussion 1. Do you think it’s possible that anyone could be crazy in love with you? How do you feel that God loves you in that way? 2. God’s love is available to “whoever believes in Him.” Have you made this decision to believe in Jesus as YOUR Lord and Savior? 3. Are there people that you have written off by telling yourself that there is no way they could believe in Christ? Is it time to start trusting God in prayer for them? http://harvest.podbus.com/A%20Verse%20for%20the%20Deserted%20Island.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:10:45 -0400 Christian clean 00:28:20 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Selected Passages in Proverbs Proverbs: Wisdom for Real Life III Watch What You Say! Selected Passages in Proverbs Solomon personifies wisdom and folly as two women who vie for the attention of the simple, young man. I. Words have _______________________ (18.21, 10.19, 13.3) II. Foolish words _______________________ (11.9, 22.10, 11.13, 16.28, 18.8, 10.18, 26.18-19) III. Wise words _______________________ (12.18, 25.12, 16.24, 25.11, ) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Growing up , who was the most important person in your life? How have his/her words shaped you? 2. For whom do you play the role of MIP? How have your words shaped him/her? How can you use your words to heal and give life moving forward? For deeper discussion 1. Is there someone that you need to forgive or ask forgiveness from because of the pain experienced through harmful words? How can you do this this week? 2. Which sin(s) of speech do you struggle most with? How can your heart be changed so that your words can be changed? 3. Reflect on the following verses relating to our use of words. Proverbs 10.6, 14, 21; 12.18, 23; 13.3; 14.3; 15.1-2, 4, 23, 28; 16.27-28; 17.4, 27-28; 18.8, 13; 21.3; 25.11, 18; 26.20, 23, 28; 27.3, 5; 31.8 http://harvest.podbus.com/Proverbs%20-%20Wisdom%20for%20Real%20Life%203.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:53:39 -0400 Christian clean 00:47:58 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Proverbs 9 Proverbs: Wisdom for Real Life II Which Woman Proverbs 9 Solomon personifies wisdom and folly as two women who vie for the attention of the simple, young man. I. Their _______________________ (1-2, 13-14) II. Their _______________________ (2, 5, 17) III. Their _______________________ (3-6, 13-16) IV. Your _______________________ (7-12) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Is your character more descriptive of wisdom or folly? How? 2. How have you veered from the straight and narrow in pursuing the call of Folly? For deeper discussion 1. Are there any forbidden fruits that you are pursuing these days? What will you do in response to God’s call? 2. How do you respond to correction/instruction? How can you begin to grow in wisdom? 3. Lady Wisdom and Miss Folly represent choices in worship: have you made the decision to follow God as revealed in Jesus Christ? http://harvest.podbus.com/Proverbs%20-%20Wisdom%20for%20Real%20Life%202.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:43:11 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:39:06 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Proverbs 1.1-7 Proverbs: Wisdom for Real Life I Start Here Proverbs 1.1-7 The Proverbs are a gift to us to help us to become wise. I. Wisdom ______________________________________________ (1-2a) II. Wisdom ______________________________________________ (3-4) III. Wisdom ______________________________________________ (5) IV. Wisdom ______________________________________________ (7) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. Share about one stupid thing you’ve done in your life. What could have prevented you from doing this? 2. What are your thoughts about studying Proverbs? For deeper discussion 1. How would you define wisdom? If wisdom is revealed in how you live, what is your true source of wisdom? 2. How much do you desire wisdom? What are you willing to do in order to pursue it? 3. Which of the four points about wisdom do you most need to apply in your life today? http://harvest.podbus.com/Proverbs%20-%20Wisdom%20for%20Real%20Life%201.mp3 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:54:09 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:40:26 Christianity, Jesus, Proverbs, Wisdom Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 5.13-21 Truly Christian XVII Now That You Know... 1 John 5.13-21 John concludes his letter by explaining that he wrote to give believers certainty of their eternal life. In light of that, he exhorts his people to... I. ______________________________________________________________ (14-15) II. ______________________________________________________________ (16-17) III. ______________________________________________________________ (18-20) IV. ______________________________________________________________ (21) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT. For discussion 1. What are one or two things that you learned through this study of 1 John? 2. What are one or two things that you will do in response to what you have learned? For deeper discussion 1. How do you feel knowing that not only does God HEAR, but He answers, and He does so in a way that is BEST for you? How does this increase your confidence in Him? 2. How can you incorporate intercessory prayer and prayer for the struggling into your regular prayer time? 3. How often do you think back on all that comes along with the assurance of salvation? Are you living in light of these blessings? 4. What idols do you need to stand guard against in your life? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%2016.mp3 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:18:59 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:40:56 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 5.6-12 Truly Christian XV God on the Witness Stand 1 John 5.6-12 When parties argue, it’s always wise to ask what God would say about an issue. Opposing groups had different ideas about how to receive eternal life. What is God’s testimony in regards to Jesus and eternal life? I. The necessity of _______________________________ for eternal life (6-9) II. The necessity of ______________________________ for eternal life (11-12) III. The necessity of ______________________________ for eternal life (10-12) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. As we near the end of 1 John, how certain are you of your eternal fate? 2. Have you received by faith the gift of eternal life? If so, when and how? If not, what keeps you from doing so? For deeper discussion 1. What would your life look like if Jesus the God-man had not died on the cross? 2. How radical and amazing is God’s grace to you? Meditate on one of Jesus’ parables of grace this week. 3. in the past, on what faulty grounds have you based your assurance of salvation? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%2015.mp3 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 11:39:03 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:38:36 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 5.1-5 Truly Christian XIV Are God’s Commands a Burden to You? 1 John 5.1-5 Has Christianity become tiring? Has obedience become a chore? Has command-keeping become a burden? God’s commands are NOT burdensome when... I. ___________ for God ___________________________ II. we have _____________________________________ III. we exchange ________________________________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. Are God’s commands a burden to you? Which ones are most burdensome? 2. What is your motivation for keeping the commands of God? If God’s commands are burdensome to you, which of the three reasons above do you think is the cause for that? For deeper discussion 1. How can you cultivate deeper love for God in your life this week? 2. What lies have you believed that made you think that the cost of obedience to Christ was higher than the blessing of obedience? 3. How have you been trying to work yourself into God’s good graces or earn His approval? 4. How does the knowledge of Jesus’ forgiveness AND righteousness for you inspire you to live a life of obedience? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%2014.mp3 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:40:21 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:39:42 Ryun Chang Sermon Text: Ruth 1.1-5, 4.16-22 Appreciating Our Disappointing Past Upon Seeing in the Present God’s Purpose Behind It Ruth 1.1-5, 4.16-22 I. The Life of Naomi in Short II. My Story Before Becoming a Missionary: Why Mexico? III. 5 Developments Facing Churches in Latin America IV. My Story Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. What are some attitudes or dispositions that render us more vulnerable to disappointments? 2. Naomi was neither a preacher nor a theologian, but somehow she impressed Ruth with the way in which she lived in the midst of tragedies. What do you suppose she saw in Naomi that she was willing to let go of her people and god in order to be one with Ruth in faith? For deeper discussion 1. Being faithful to the Lord and his work, despite disappointing circumstances, is part of God’s general will (something we need not ask the Lord for guidance about since it is already stated as such in the Scripture). However, the divine purpose behind our disappointing circumstances in the present is a specific will of God, which we do not know in the present and may not know for a long time. Why should we be faithful to God no matter how disappointing our present circumstances are? 2. What are some things in your life that are getting you down? How do you think this might lead to serving God´s greater purpose later in your life? http://harvest.podbus.com/Appreciating%20our%20Disappointing%20Past%20Upon%20Seeing%20in%20the%20Present%20God%27s%20Purpose%20Behind%20It.mp3 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 19:33:57 -0400 Podcasting clean 01:32:22 Pastor Albert Young Sermon Text: 1 John 4:13-21 God's Love 1 John 4:13-21 Because God is love, He calls us to know His love and live His love. In this passage we see three ways that God's love is revealed. I. God's love ________________________________(v.13-15) II. God's love ________________________________(v.16-18) III. God's love ________________________________(v.19-21) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How have you experienced God's love in your life? 2. How have you expressed God's love in your life? For deeper discussion 1. For some of us, loving people, especially unlovable people is a very difficult thing. Why is it so hard, and what must change in our hearts and minds that we can show them Christ-like love? 2. Is love a verb in your life? Do you find yourself speaking love or acting love more in your life? 3. How can you show God's love to someone today/this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/God%27s%20Love.mp3 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 11:36:40 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:40:26 Rev. David L. Kim Sermon Text: Matthew 11.1-6 Go Back and Tell Them... Matthew 11.1-6 As we hear reports from the mission fields of China and the Dominican Republic, I. The _____________________________ of the report (1-3) II. The _____________________________ to report (4) III. The _____________________________ of the report (5-6) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How actively do you think you were involved in the China/DR teams’ ministry while they were on the field? 2. Which testimony blessed you the most? What part of it stood out? For deeper discussion 1. Do you ever wonder if your prayers make a difference or if it’s worth it to give yourself to God’s work? How does hearing reports of God’s work through your efforts encourage you? 2. How did the missions reports challenge you towards missions both here and in the future? 3. How can you spread God’s rule and reign—His Kingdom—in your world today? 4. For those who went: who needs to hear or read your story this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/Go%20Back%20and%20Tell%20Them.mp3 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 11:40:39 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:43:58 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 2 Timothy 4.6-8 Echoes from Victor’s Life 2 Timothy 4.6-8 Victor’s life continues to speak and reverberate into eternity. What truths can we as a church glean as we process through this time? I. _______________________________________ (v. 6) II. _______________________________________ (v. 7) III. _______________________________________ (v. 8) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. What memories do you have about Victor? What lesson(s) did you learn from Victor’s life? 2. If you were to die tomorrow, what do you think would be on your tombstone? 3. What do you want to be written on your tombstone? What do you want people to remember about you? For deeper discussion 1. What do you need to do now in order to “fight the good fight” and “finish the race” well? 2. We are reminded that God, His Word and people are eternal. What changes do you need to make in order to live with these priorities? 3. Do you know for sure that if you were to die, you would be in heaven with Jesus? Set up an appointment with a pastor or cell shepherd for more information. http://harvest.podbus.com/Echoes%20from%20Victor%27s%20Life.mp3 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 11:41:41 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:42:46 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 4.1-6 Truly Christian XII Don’t Believe Every Preacher You Hear 1 John 4.1-6 Beware: Not all preachers are equal! How do you know if a teacher/preacher is not from God? I. False teachers are identified by __________________________ (1-3) II. False teachers are identified by __________________________ (4-6) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. Have you ever heard a teacher/preacher and think, “That’s not right? That’s not biblical?” 2. What raises red flags in your mind when you hear a teacher/preacher? For deeper discussion 1. How can you be a better student of the Word? 2. Why is it easier for some people to trust TV shows or novels than it is to trust the God of the Bible? 3. Why do you think non-Christians are drawn to false preachers? 4. What are the “essentials” of the Christian faith? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%2012.mp3 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 11:37:44 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:39:46 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 3.19-24 Truly Christian XI The Importance of Assurance 1 John 3.19-24 Have you ever asked the question, “Are you sure?!” Having assurance is helpful in any situation...especially in our relationship with God. I. A heart __________________ and its __________________ (19-20) II. A heart __________________ and its __________________ (21-24) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. Do you ever doubt whether or not you are truly a Christian? When do those doubts usually come? 2. What causes your heart to feel condemned before God? What comfort does this message give you? For deeper discussion 1. Do you ever feel like you have to “watch what you say” before God? How does assurance help you to deal with these fears? 2. Do you have any unanswered prayers lately? Could it be because there is someone you don’t love? 3. In what area of your life do you need to believe that God is “greater than your heart” this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%2011.mp3 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:35:07 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:38:36 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 3.11-18 Truly Christian X Love: Been There, Done That? 1 John 3.11-18 The word “love” has been so thrown around that we can easily lose its meaning. What does John say about love? I. A lifestyle of love is __________________ that we are Christians II. Jesus’ sacrifice is the supreme __________________ of love III. Love must be _________________ in tangible ways Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. What is the first thing you think of when you think of “love”? 2. List in your head the ways Christ’s love is different from our love? For deeper discussion 1. Is there someone that you “hate”? What is God speaking to you in regards to your attitude towards that person? 2. What practical, tangible thing can you do for someone you love? 3. Have you noticed someone with needs around you? What is God calling you to lovingly do for him/her? 4. Has loving “everybody” become an excuse for you to love “nobody”? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%2010.mp3 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 11:43:05 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:44:52 Rev David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 3.4-3.10 Truly Christian IX Like Father, Like Son 2 1 John 3.4-3.10 The apple never falls far from the tree. We will always resemble the one whose seed is in us. John explains the nature of sin to clarify what true Christianity is about. I. Sin is d_____________________ II. Sin is d_____________________ III. Sin is d_____________________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How does John’s definition of sin as defiant rebellion change your view towards sin? 2. Which of the following lies--”It doesn’t matter how you live”, “It’s not so bad, it’s all about how you define it”, “it’s okay, just repent later”--tends to lead you astray? For deeper discussion 1. In what ways have you believed that your laws were better than God’s? 2. How have you seen something that you thought was a gate end up being a grave? 3. What motivates you to holiness? Why is grace the only true and lasting motivator? 4. How can you focus more on Jesus than on your sin and so live in holiness this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%209.mp3 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:39:28 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:41:46 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 2.28-3.3 Truly Christian VIII Like Father, Like Son 1 John 2.28-3.3 As a Christian, our lives should increasingly resemble our Father. As we live, these two truths should anchor the way we live. I. Jesus is our _____________ so we can confidently __________________________ II. God is our _____________ so we can confidently __________________________ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How is your intimacy with Jesus these days? How excited are you to see Jesus return? 2. How does your identity as a child of God shape how you live? How are you failing to live out the fact that you are God’s child? For deeper discussion 1. How can you be well-prepared for Jesus’ coming? Are there habits/desires that you are involved with that would cause you to be ashamed at his coming? 2. In what way(s) are you trying to prove yourself to God? 3. How does the knowledge that ALL true Christians are “children of God” change your view of and relationship with them? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%208.mp3 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 11:41:40 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:42:46 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 2.18-27 Truly Christian VII The Antichrist and the Last Hour 1 John 2.18-27 John picks up where he left off before his digression to explain the spirit of the antichrist and how we know that someone is not truly a Christian I. D_____________ true believers II. D_____________ the truth about Jesus III. D_____________ other people Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. There are many people in our churches today who are not truly believers. How do you feel about this? How can we know that we are truly Christian? 2. How do you see the “spirit of the antichrist” at work in our world today? For deeper discussion 1. How should our lives be different knowing that we are living in the “last hour”? 2. How can we keep ourselves from being deceived? What can we do to remain in the Word and Spirit? 3. What are the facts and truths about Jesus that we need to believe and surrender to in order for us to be a Christian? 4. “Salvation is not the reward for perseverance; perseverance is the mark of those who have been saved.” What does that mean? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%207.mp3 Sun, 31 May 2009 17:30:24 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:37:48 Rev David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 2.15-17 Truly Christian VI Two Loves, Two Wills, Two Paths 1 John 2.15-17 John continues a digression by explaining to his people that giving our lives to Christ means forsaking the world...and giving our lives to the world means forsaking Christ. I. The human condition: the fear of our mortality II. The will of the world: an exercise in futility III. The will of God: the path to immortality Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. What are your biggest fears? How do you feel about your own mortality? 2. Loving God and loving the world have an inverse relationship: the more you love one, the less you love the other. How can you grow in your love for God? For deeper discussion 1. What have you been turning to in order to find meaning and significance? What is your true god? 2. What is the greatest struggle for you: the love of passions, possessions or positions? 3. How has loving the world been a “fatal attraction” for you? 4. Jesus obeyed the will of God perfectly and He did it for us. How can believing the Gospel help free us from our idolatry? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%206.mp3 Sun, 24 May 2009 17:28:21 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:41:12 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 2.12-14 Truly Christian V We Interrupt This Program... 1 John 2.12-14 John digresses for a moment to address his beloved, some of whom would beat themselves up over their apparent lack of growth. He reminds them of powerful Gospel truths. I. A message to all believers (12, 13c) II. A message to growing believers (13b, 14b) III. A message to mature believers (13a, 14a) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. In what ways do you live based on what you feel vs. what is real? 2. According to John’s description as described in the sermon, are you a growing believer or a mature believer? For deeper discussion 1. What causes you to doubt that you are truly a Christian? 2. In what ways do you live like you are fatherless? How can believing the truth change this? 3. We can overcome as the Word of God gets in us. How can we better get the Word in us. 4. Who do you know who is a mature believer? What can you do now to grow into becoming a mature believer? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%205.mp3 Sun, 17 May 2009 11:52:20 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:47:14 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 2.3-11 Truly Christian IV Bumper Sticker Christianity 1 John 2.3-11 Christianity is more than bumper stickers and pious slogans. “Christians” in John’s day commonly threw around three slogans John explains that authentic Christianity is shown by our lives, not by the reciting of slogans. I. “I know him” - the Test of __________________________ (4-5) II. “I live in him” - the Test of ___________________________ (6) III. “I am in the light” - the Test of _____________________ (7-11) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How is your “reflex” to obey? Do you obey because you want to, need to, or have to? 2. Think through your typical day. If someone were to follow you, would they be able to look at your life and say, “That’s how Jesus walked!”? For deeper discussion 1. How can you “guard God’s Word like a treasure?” 2. Are there people in your life that you are intentionally not loving? How should knowing Jesus change this? 3. What is your attitude towards the lost, the least, the last? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%204.mp3 Sun, 10 May 2009 11:43:12 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:42:08 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 2.1-2 Truly Christian III Fatherly Advice 1 John 2.1-2 The aging apostle writes with loving tenderness to those whom he’d be leaving behind. What pieces of advice does he have for his “dear children”? I. _________________________________ (1) II. _________________________________ (1b-2a) III. _________________________________ (2b) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. What’s the best advice you’ve ever gotten from you dad? Which of John’s 3 pieces of advice do you most need to heed? 2. What sin do you “justify” by saying, “It’s not really that big of a deal”? How does seeing sin relationally change your attitude towards it? For deeper discussion 1. Have you ever had a hard time believing that God could forgive you? What were you failing to believe and why? 2. What does this mean: it’s not love pleading with justice, it’s justice pleading with love. 3. What does it mean in your life that Jesus is the atoning sacrifice for the sins of the world? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%203.mp3 Sun, 03 May 2009 11:34:11 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:35:30 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 1.5-10 Truly Christian II I Want to be in the Light as You are in the Light 1 John 1.5-10 John tells us that God is light. He doesn’t say so, “just because”. There are practical implications of this truth. What does it mean to “walk in the light?” I. _________________________________ (6) II. _________________________________ (7) III. _________________________________ (7-10) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How have you changed to become more like those with whom you spend time? How have you become more like God through fellowship with Him? 2. Share about an experience of fellowship or loss of fellowship with someone and its correlation with your respective relationships with God. For deeper discussion 1. “God is light”. He has no dark side and is not wanting to hurt us. How does this compare with your image/perception of God? 2. In the dark, we can easily choose lions over puppies. What “lion” is God calling you to surrender to Him? 3. What sin(s) in your life have been denying or covering up? How can you come to the light with this? 4. He who was forsaken so that we could be forgiven can be trusted! How is He calling you to “walk in the light” from this point forward? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%202.mp3 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 11:39:39 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:37:20 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 John 1.1-4 Truly Christian I Greetings from Jesus’ Best Friend 1 John 1.1-4 I. Who wrote the letter? (1-2) II. Why did he writer the letter? (2-3) III. What benefit do we receive from it? (3-4) Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. John heard, saw, touched Jesus. Which experience of Jesus would you most want to have witnessed? 2. How certain are you that you are a Christian? What is the basis of your certainty? Do you ever doubt that you will be with Jesus when you die? For deeper discussion 1. How have you experienced Jesus in your life? Has God been calling you to testify about Jesus to someone? 2. What is fellowship? Why is fellowship with God and each other only possible through Jesus? http://harvest.podbus.com/Truly%20Christian%201.mp3 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 11:40:25 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:38:54 Martin Chang Sermon Text: Romans 12:11, Matthew 25:14-30 Seven Deadly Sins VII Sloth: It's Worse Than Just Being a Couch Potato Romans 12:11, Matthew 25:14-30 Sloth is far more than physical laziness or a state of couch-potato lethargy. If left unchecked it can lead to spiritual suicide. I. Definition of Sloth II. Illustration of Sloth III. Liberation from Sloth Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. What's the difference between sloth and physical laziness? 2. How do you distinguish sloth from resting or lingering over a meal with friends? 3. Why is sloth so deadly? How can it lead to spiritual suicide? For deeper discussion 1. How have you committed the sin of sloth? What led to your despair? 2. How can we overcome sloth? What truths of Scripture must we believe to overcome it? 3. What is your S.H.A.P.E. in living for God's glory? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%207.mp3 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:54:27 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:52:46 Solomon Kim Sermon Text: Matthew 5:17-26 Seven Deadly Sins VI Anger Management: The Law of Reconciliation Matthew 5:17-26 I. To enter the kingdom of heaven, we must _______ _ II. To keep the law, we must ____ _________ __________ III. To keep the 6th commandment, we must _ _____________ Application: __ Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How does the law convict and condemn you? How does it comfort you? 2. Which of the ten commandments do you struggle to keep? To understand? Share about it. 3. In what ways do you struggle with anger? How do you typically deal with anger? How do you think God wants you to deal with anger? For deeper discussion 1. Do you need to reconcile any relationships today? If so and it's possible to share without gossiping, please share about it. 2. How have you been recently impacted by the gospel? How does the gospel speak to your struggle with anger? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%206.mp3 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 12:47:31 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:44:12 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Proverbs 23.1-3, 20-21 Seven Deadly Sins V Gluttony: Raiding the Icebox for a Cure for Spiritual Malnutrition Proverbs 23.1-3, 20-21 Our culture is one that thrives on excess. What is gluttony and why is it such a struggle for us? I. Gluttony means being _______________ by our _______________ II. Gluttony makes __________ more than it was _______________ to be III. Gluttony is a _______________ issue Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. In what way(s) do you struggle with gluttony? 2. What has your previous experience of fasting been like? For deeper discussion 1. How have you used food for something other than its intended purpose? 2. If you were to fast from food, what kind of thoughts/feelings/emotions/sins do you think would be uncovered? 3. How can you begin to live out this lesson this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%205.mp3 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 12:41:01 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:34:48 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Psalm 73, Genesis 37 Seven Deadly Sins IV Envy: Leveling the Playing Field Psalm 73, Genesis 37 Envy is similar to greed but can be more toxic because it is directed towards a person. What does the Bible teach us about envy? I. The Definition of Envy II. The Danger of Envy III. The Defeat of Envy Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. According to the message, in what two ways does envy, fueled by a desire to level the playing field, manifest itself? How have you seen envy at work in your life? 2. In what area(s) of your life are you most susceptible to being envious of someone? For deeper discussion 1. How have you seen envy lead to evil in your life or in the life of someone you love? How have you seen it be a cancer that rots the bones of your soul? 2. How can you loosen envy’s grip on you by “delighting in the Lord” (Psalm 37.4)? What does it mean to delight in Him? 3. What can be done to help you avoid the compare/complain trap and move instead to contentment in Christ? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%204.mp3 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 12:41:51 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:37:14 Rev David L Kim Sermon Text: 2 Samuel 11 Seven Deadly Sins III Lust: The Anatomy of a Fall 2 Samuel 11 Our culture has taken sins which are deadly and made them virtues. But the authors of Scripture wrote to warn us not to fall into the same traps of some of our ancestors in the faith (1 Cor. 10.11-12) like David. I. The D______________ II. The D______________ III. The D______________ IV. The D______________ Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. How has someone else’s failures served to warn and help you not to repeat them? 2. Feeding on Christ and not on our lustful desires helps us to drive out lust. How can you feed on Christ this week? For deeper discussion 1. Are there things in your life that you lust at? How can you loosen the grip that those things have on your heart? 2. What “small” sin in your life has the power to become something much more? 3. How have you been hurt by the sins of others? Are others being hurt by your sins right now? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%203.mp3 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 12:55:02 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:43:22 Rev David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 6.6-10, 17-19 Seven Deadly Sins II Greed: Just One More... 1 Timothy 6.6-10, 17-19 Our nation has seen the disastrous effects of greed. The Bible is not silent when it comes to greed. It is one of the most popular topics in Scripture. I. Greed __________________________ II. ____________________________ frees us III. ____________________________ drives us Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1.How have you seen greed become a trap in your life? 2. How has generosity led to joy in your life? How can you exercise the discipline and grace of giving in your life? For deeper discussion 3. In what area(s) of your life have you become greedy? What is the underlying reason for your greed in those areas (pride, security, competition, etc.)? 4. How can you find contentment in Christ alone? How can a thankful heart cause you to give with joy? 5. How does the grace of God drive us to be open and free towards others with our resources? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%202.mp3 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 12:33:33 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:37:34 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 2 Chronicles 26 Seven Deadly Sins I Pride: Sin of Sins 2 Chronicles 26 Pride has been called the greatest of sins by many theologians. King Uzziah teaches us an important lesson about pride. I. Pride makes it __________________________ II. Pride is noticed by ____________________________ III. Pride leads to __________________________ Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For discussion 1. Is having pride a good or bad thing? When does good pride cross the line into sinful pride? 2. How does pride manifest itself in your life? In what ways do you have to repent of pride in your life? (ex: forgetting that had “help” to get to where you are, name-dropping, pride in accomplishments, putting others down) For deeper discussion 3. Whom can you thank for helping you to be who you are? What tangible expression can you show to demonstrate your gratitude? 4. What kind of people do you tend to look down upon? Why? 5. We grow in humility when we look up rather than look down. How can you look up this week? 6. How has pride led to a “fall” in your life? http://harvest.podbus.com/Seven%20Deadly%20Sins%201.mp3 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 12:44:44 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:41:36 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Ephesians 4.7-16 The Purposes of the Church V Open Up Your Gift! Ephesians 4.7-16 The church exists to worship God and to fellowship with each other. These we will do in heaven. Evangelism happens so that others might worship and fellowship, on earth and in heaven. I. You ________ a ________ (7) II. Jesus ________ you your ________ (7) III. You ________ a ________ (11) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT For deep discussion 1. Share about a person in your life who used their gift in your life and/or who was a gift to you. 2. What gifts do you have to offer and who is in need of your gift this week? For deeper discussion 3. How can you develop the gift that God has given to you? 4. What gifts have you become envious of? How can the knowledge that Jesus has given you what you have release you from jealousy? 5. Think of the person you LEAST like in our church. Without saying names, why do you think God has put him/her in your life as a GIFT to you? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Purposes%20of%20the%20Church%205.mp3 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:51:45 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:37:30 Rev Sam Kim Missions Presentation for Kyrgyzstan & Sermon Text: Habakkuk 3.16-19 Trembling Yet Trusting Habakkuk 3.16-19 When we cannot escape our circumstances, we still can exchange worry for worship. There are 3 personal decisions needed to make this exchange: I. Be real about your __________ (1.2-3, 3.16) II. Rejoice in God’s _______________ (3.17-19) III. Rely on God’s ___________________ (3.18-19) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What are you presently facing in your life that causes overwhelming worry, stress and fear? How do they influence your relationship and trust in God in the midst of these circumstances? 2. Share an experience or story of where you (or someone you know) "wrestled/struggled" with the Lord and yet found a deeper faith in Him as a result? Why do you think God allows us to "wrestle" into a deeper trust in Him? 3. What holds Christians back from sharing more of their struggles and pain with other believers? What is the difference between "sharing your struggles" with others and grumbling against the Lord? How can we guard our hearts from a spirit of complaining and grumbling while being real about our pain & heartaches in life? 4. How do you sincerely rejoice in the Lord when your emotions and spirit are crushed? What are your favorite promises from God's Word that assure and comfort you when you sense a void of His presence? 5. What does depending on the Holy Spirit's strength look like in your life? How do we access and stay connected to His strength on a daily basis? http://harvest.podbus.com/Trembling%20Yet%20Trusting.mp3 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:47:02 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:42:52 Solomon Kim Sermon Text: Luke 24:13-35 The Purposes of the Church IV Baby Talk Luke 24:13-35 The Problem: The Points: 1. Jesus is risen: The extraordinary 2. Jesus is revealed in the Word: The ordinary 3. Jesus is revealed in table fellowship: The more ordinary The Applications: Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What are some ways you try to grow in your relationship with God. Share about them. 2. Have you ever felt like you've hit a wall in your spiritual growth? What do you think God is trying to teach you through those times? 3. Share about a time when you were experiencing much growth in your knowledge of Christ, love for God, love for others, fruit in ministry, etc. 4. How do you like to read the bible? What are some things you can do to broaden the way you read Scripture so that you may have a greater understanding of what the bible is about? 5. What does the Lord's Supper mean to you? 6. Why is the Lord's Day essential for our spiritual maturity? How will you make the Lord's Day a more holy day than it is right now, without being like the Pharisees. http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Purpose%20of%20the%20Church%204.mp3 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 09:11:35 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:32:45 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Matthew 9.35-10.1 The Purposes of the Church III The Harvest is Plentiful Matthew 9.35-10.1 The church exists to worship God and to fellowship with each other. These we will do in heaven. Evangelism happens so that others might worship and fellowship, on earth and in heaven. I. We must __________ as Jesus ___________ (36) II. We must __________ as Jesus ___________ (38) III. We must __________ as Jesus ___________ (10.1) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What makes it hard for you to talk to someone about Jesus? 2. Do you have non-Christian friends? How can you increase your circle of non-Christian friends? 3. If your evangelism “dream” came true, what would it look like? What would you need to do? What would God need to do? 4. What is a good way to tell someone about Jesus? What is a bad way? 5. What does it mean that you are “sent” by Jesus as an ambassador under His authority? What does that mean practically as you tell others about Jesus? 6. What small steps can you take this week to fulfill the purpose of evangelism in your life? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Purposes%20of%20the%20Church%203.mp3 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:31:05 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:38:36 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Mark 14.3-9 The Purposes of the Church II Experiencing Life Together Mark 14.3-9 We all long for community. We were made that way. I. You cannot __________ without fellowship II. You cannot fellowship without ________________________ III. You cannot __________________ without ________________________ Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. How often do you feel lonely? What do you think is the cause of and solution for it? 2. On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate the fellowship you’re experiencing? Why? What can make the fellowship closer to a 10? 3. What kind of sacrifice have you had to make in order to experience fellowship? Do you feel like you are sacrificing more than others in order to experience this? 4. Do you think the price you pay for fellowship is worth the return on your investment? 5. When you close your eyes and dream, what does fellowship look like to you? How can that dream become reality? What do you need to do? What do others need to do? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Purpose%20of%20the%20Church%202.mp3 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:41:49 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:43:28 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Mark 14.3-9 The Purposes of the Church I Here I am at Your Feet... Mark 14.3-9 All of life is about worship. We were made to worship. All that a church does must begin with and lead to worship. I. Worship always starts with ______________ II. Worship is an expression of our ____________________ III. Worship is always ______________________ to God Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Does your worship tend to focus mostly on yourself? On others? On circumstances? On God? 2. Do you ever feel inhibited during worship by what others might say about you? 3. What is the “cost” of your worship? Is your worship safe or does it take you out of your comfort zone? 4. How can you worship in the “ordinary” things of your life? 5. Give one example of how you can do an ordinary thing in an “extraordinary” way. 6. How do you feel knowing that your worship and your life is beautiful to God? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Purposes%20of%20the%20Church%20I.mp3 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:59:53 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:45:19 Rev. David Choi Sermon Text: Revelation 2.1-7 Returning to First Love Revelation 2.1-7 I. I know your deeds II. I know your need III. You must take heed Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Share about the time(s) when you were most in love with the Lord. What was that time like? 2. If that time was a “10”, where would you say you are right now? Explain. 3. What sins/obstacles keep you from the intimacy that you desire? What practical steps can you take to remove those obstacles? 4. How would your life be different today if you were living in intimacy with the Lord? http://harvest.podbus.com/Returning%20to%20First%20Love.mp3 Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:00:21 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:56:13 David L Kim Sermon Text: Isaiah 12.1-6 Christmas Carols Through a Prophet’s Eyes IV Our Very Own Christmas Carol Isaiah 12.1-6 Christmas is a time for singing. Isaiah wrote that the Israelites would have a song to sing. I. Sometimes life ___________ our song (1,3) II. Our songs are not tied to our present _______________ (1,4) III. We still have a _______________ to sing (1-3, 4-6) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What’s the most exciting thing about Christmas to you? 2. In what way(s) has your song been stolen from you? What is robbing you of joy this Christmas? 3. How does Psalm 107 reiterate the message of Isaiah 12? 4. What do you typically turn to when you’re looking for joy and happiness? 5. During Christmas, what are you looking to as your source of joy and happiness? 6. List as many reasons as you can for why you ought to sing to God. Tell Him about it. http://harvest.podbus.com/Christmas%20Carols%20Through%20a%20Prophet%27s%20Eyes%20IV-%20Our%20Very%20Own%20Christmas%20Carol.m4a Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:49:44 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:38:50 David Larry Kim Sermon Text: Isaiah 11.6-9 Christmas Carols Through a Prophet’s Eyes II O Come, O Come Emmanuel Isaiah 11.6-9 The purpose of Advent is to prepare our hearts to reflect on Christ’s birth and to renew longing for His return. I. In the Kingdom, lives are ___________________________ (6-7) II. In the Kingdom, fear is__________________ and ____________ will abound (6-9) III. In the Kingdom, the earth will ____________________________________ (9) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What kind of transformation has taken place in your life since the King entered your life? 2. In what situation(s) have you lost sight of the transforming power of the Kingdom? Are there people in your life that you have been feeling are beyond reach? 3. What fears do you have this season? How can you experience His peace during this season? 4. How “homesick” for heaven are you? How often do you think of heaven? What excites you most about our future home? 5. How is God calling you to respond to this message? http://harvest.podbus.com/O%20Come%2C%20O%20Come%20Emmanuel.mp3 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 13:02:14 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:40:38 Solomon Kim Sermon Text: John 6:22-35 Eating and Believing, like Turkey and Stuffing (stand alone sermon) John 6:22-35 I. Three strikes II. Two types of people III. Three applications Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What are some ways the crowd misunderstood Jesus? How do you misunderstand Jesus? 2. Describe the two types of people. According to John 6, what does it mean to be spiritual? How can you be the spiritual man? 3. What are the two sensible ways that we eat the bread of life? Share your current experiences of partaking of the bread of life in either or both of these ways. 4. What does the fact that the Word and Table are ordinary means of grace teach you about the Christian life? How then shall you live? 5. Saving faith is receiving and resting upon Christ alone for salvation as he is offered to you in the gospel. How will you receive and rest upon Christ this week for your sanctification? http://harvest.podbus.com/Eating%20and%20Believing%2C%20Like%20Turkey%20and%20Stuffing.m4a Sun, 23 Nov 2008 12:42:37 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:33:26 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Exodus 3-4.17 What is a Christ-Centered Leader? V Are You Sure You Want ME to Do It? Exodus 3-4.17 Does God want you to be a leader? By knowing how God calls His leaders, we can recognize His call in our lives. I. God gets our _________________ II. God give us a _________________ III. God gives us His _________________ Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. How has God gotten your attention in the past? 2. Do you think God is trying to get your attention right now? How? Are you putting yourself in position to hear Him? 3. Has God ever called you to something way bigger than you? How did you respond? 4. What “mission” do you think God is calling you to? What excuses do you give for not wanting to step out of the desert and into your calling? 5. How has God given you assurance or provision of His calling in the past? How is He giving that to you now for your present mission? http://harvest.podbus.com/Are%20You%20Sure%20You%20Want%20Me%20to%20Do%20It_.m4a Sun, 23 Nov 2008 11:16:44 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:41:22 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 2.1-4, Romans 13.1-2 “Yes We Did!” or “Oh No You Didn’t!”: Which is It? 1 Timothy 2.1-4, Romans 13.1-2 As usual, Americans have mixed feelings in light of our Presidential elections. What truths can we embrace as Christians as we head into the future? I. Barack Obama is our President, _______________________________ II. Barack Obama is our President, ______________________________ III. Barack Obama is our President, ______________________________ Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. How do you feel about Obama being President? 2. What excites you about Obama’s presidency? What scares you about it? 3. How does the context of Romans 13.1-2 and 1 Timothy 2.1-4 help you to pray for our leaders? How much do you pray for our nation’s leaders? 4. Do you think it’s important for Christians to pray for national leaders? Why or why not? 5. Why is it hard to pray for our leaders? 6. How much do you think Christians should be involved in politics? . 7. How can we put our hope in Christ, and not in mortal man? http://harvest.podbus.com/%22Yes%20We%20Did%21%22%20or%20%22Oh%20No%20You%20Didn%27t%21%22%20Which%20is%20It%3F.m4a Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:37:44 -0500 Podcasting clean 00:31:30 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 3.1-7 What is a Christ-Centered Leader? III The Inside-Out Leader 1 Timothy 3.1-7 What do we learn from the leadership demonstrated by Jesus? I. The Leader’s_____________________ II. The Leader’s_____________________ III. The Leader’s_____________________ Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Think: Is there anything in your life that you think makes you not “above reproach?” Who will you tell about this? What will you do about it? 2. Do you think your strongest asset as a leader is your character or your gifts? How can you grow in your character? 3. Which aspect of morality do you think God is wanting you to work on? 4. Many people grow old without growing up. Do you think you are maturing as a believer and as a leader? 5. How would your family rate your witness as a Christian? If someone were to watch your home life on hidden camera, would they be able to recognize that you are a follower of Christ? 6. What does 1 Samuel 16.1-13 (especially verse 7) teach you about the kind of leader God chooses and uses? http://harvest.podbus.com/What%20is%20a%20Christ%20-%20Centered%20Leader%203.m4a Sun, 26 Oct 2008 12:58:02 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:46:08 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: John 13.1-17 What is a Christ-Centered Leader? II The Upside-Down Leader John 13.1-17 What do we learn from the leadership demonstrated by Jesus? I. Leaders don’t just _____________________; they are _____________________ (1-11) II. Leaders don’t just say, “Follow _______; they say “Follow __________________________” (12-17) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Who are the first people who pop into your mind when you think of the following words: leader; servant. Why did you choose those people? 2. Which characterizes you: a person who serves or a servant? Why? 3. Are there certain times that it is hard for you to be a servant? Are there certain people you find hard to serve? What do you think is the deeper issue underlying these difficulties? 4. How strong is the temptation to want people to notice or recognize you, as opposed to letting others see Christ in you? Can you really say, “If you remember Jesus and forget me you’ve lost nothing; if you remember me and forget Jesus, you’ve lost everything”? 5. What do John the Baptist’s words in John 1.19-23 teach you about leadership and self-identity? 6. Spend some time this week meditating on the fact that Jesus kneels to wash your feet in love as the humble king. Then spend some time reflecting on how Christ washes the feet of the ones whom you have a hard time serving. He loves us...so we can love them. http://harvest.podbus.com/What%20is%20a%20Christ%20-%20Centered%20Leader%3F%202.m4a Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:38:51 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:38:48 Rev David L Kim Sermon Text: Acts 6.1-7 What is a Christ-Centered Leader? I The Church’s First Leaders Acts 6.1-7 What makes a Christ-centered leader? How did the early church define and set apart those as leaders? How can we recognize the spiritual leaders in our midst? I. Leaders are full of the Holy Spirit II. Leaders are full of wisdom III. Leaders are obviously full of the Holy Spirit and Wisdom Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. How would you define leadership in a worldly sense? How would you define leadership in a biblical sense? 2. Do you think you are a Christ-centered leader? Do you think you can become one? Do you want to become one? 3. What traits do you think characterize a Spirit-filled person? What does Galatians 5.19-26 say about this? 4. Whom do you know who is “wise”? What makes a person wise? How does one grow in wisdom? 5. What do you think your reputation is amongst others? What do you want it to be? How can you bridge that gap? 6. In what areas do you need to grow in order to grow in your Christ-centered leadership? http://harvest.podbus.com/What%20is%20a%20Christ-Centered%20Leader%201.m4a Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:42:30 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:41:02 Rev David L Kim Sermon Text: Genesis 18.16-33 What Our City [State, Country, Family...] Desperately Needs Genesis 18.16-33 FUSION is an amazing opportunity to serve our city in love. But the Word of God shows us that our cities (states, countries, families, etc.) are in desperate need of more of God’s grace that can only come as His people stand in the gap. I. Intercessors use ______________ as the basis for their intercession II. Intercessors use God’s ______________ as the basis for their case III. Intercessors use Christ’s ______________ as the basis for their audacity Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. How much do you enjoy prayer? How much do you enjoy praying for others? Do you enjoy God’s presence or is it a chore or boring ritual? 2. After you hear information about/from someone, do you tend to talk to others about it, or to God? How much do you think about praying about the information you receive? 3. Have you ever felt God prompting you to pray for someone/something? How did it end up? 4. In many scriptural prayers, the believer “builds a case” before God as to why God should answer the prayer. Exodus 32.7-14 is a great one. How does Moses build a case before the Lord? What does this teach us about prayer? 5. What is Abraham doing in Genesis 18.23? How much of your confidence in prayer is predicated upon the situation? Upon you and your character? Upon God and His character? This week in your prayers, seek to build your prayer based on God’s character. 6. In what way do we have a MUCH greater priesthood than Abraham? 7. What is God calling you to pray for through this sermon? http://harvest.podbus.com/What%20Our%20City%20%5BState%2C%20Country%2C%20Family...%5D%20Desperately%20Needs.m4a Sun, 05 Oct 2008 12:40:13 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:43:06 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Acts 1.1-8 Let Your Kingdom Come III The Whole Church Preaching the Whole Gospel to the Whole World Acts 1.1-8 Day by day, we have the privilege of showing forth the Kingdom of God. But the Kingdom of God will come in fullness only as the whole church preaches the whole Gospel to the whole world. I. The Whole Church II. The Whole Gospel III. The Whole World Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. In what way have you adopted either an attitude of superiority or inferiority in regards to others in the Church? How is God calling you to humble yourself in light of this? 2. What can you learn from people in the Church who are different from you? What unique gifts can you offer to those who are different from you? 3. What are some things that a united Church can do that our church cannot do alone? How will you seek to “join hands” with others in the Church? 4. Do you tend to preach the Gospel more through your words or your deeds? How can you integrate your witness? 5. Do you feel more inclined to cross the seas or cross the streets with the Gospel? Why is that? 6. How can you preach the gospel in your “Jerusalem”? “Judea”? “Samaria”? “Ends of the earth”? 7. The world will not be evangelized unless the whole Church preaches the whole Gospel to the whole world. How will you begin to live this out this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/Let%20Your%20Kingdom%20Come%203.m4a Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:33:45 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:38:02 David L Kim Sermon Text: The Gospel of Matthew (selected texts) Let Your Kingdom Come II What the King Says about His Kingdom The Gospel of Matthew (selected texts) The Gospel that Jesus preached was centered around the idea of the Kingdom of God. But the idea of the Kingdom is often misunderstood. What did Jesus teach about the Kingdom of God? I. The Kingdom of God is our top _______________ (6.33) II. The Kingdom is already ____________…but not ___________ (4.17, 1228 24.14) III. We’re _______________-givers and ________________ of God’s kingdom (13.31-33) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What does Matthew 6.33 say about our priorities? Where would you rank the “Kingdom of God” in your list of priorities? What can you do to re-prioritize your life? 2. D.A. Carson, a famous theologian, says that storing up treasures in heaven is one of the best ways to seek God’s Kingdom first. How can you store up treasures in heaven? 3. The Kingdom of God is here already, but not yet it in its fullness. In what ways do you see the Kingdom of God is here already? In what ways do you see the Kingdom of God is not yet fully here? 4. What do the parables in Matthew 13.31-33 tell you about the nature of God’s Kingdom? What part do you play in God’s kingdom? 5. How can you change your mentality into seeing that even in the routine, mundane things of life you are a builder of God’s kingdom? http://harvest.podbus.com/Let%20Your%20Kingdom%20Come%202.m4a Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:34:13 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:38:26 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Mark 1.14-15 Let Your Kingdom Come I The Gospel of the Kingdom Mark 1.14-15 The Gospel of Jesus Christ has caused countless men and women to give up their lives for Christ. What is the gospel? It’s a message of not only behavior renounced, but a kingdom announced, a kingdom that will rule the world. I. What is the Gospel of the Kingdom? - - - - II. How can this be good news? Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What do you think of when you hear the word, “Gospel”? “Kingdom of God?” 2. In Mark 1.14-15, what is the connection between the kingdom of God and the good news? 3. The gospel is both a message of individual and cosmic significance. Have you tended to gravitate more towards one or the other? 4. How would you explain the four acts of human history to a friend? 5. Have you “believed the good news”? Share your faith journey. How does that manifest itself in your life? 6. How can you build God’s kingdom with your life? How about this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/Let%20Your%20Kingdom%20Come%201.m4a Sun, 14 Sep 2008 12:31:18 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:36:26 Rev. David L Kim Sermon Text: Mark 6.30-44 The Least of These VI How Many Loaves Do You Have? Mark 6.30-44 God’s call to His people is to live a life of justice and mercy, walking humbly with God. What does this look like? I. Pursuing God’s call requires us to leave our ________________ (31) II. We are God’s _____________ to meet the needs in our world (37) III. We’re not called to do everything, but we are called to do _____________ (37-38) IV. The little that we have is _______________ in God’s hands (42) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What is THE most significant, most important thing you learned through this series? 2. How has your obedience to God moved you out of your comfort zone? How is God calling you to do that now? 3. What need(s) do you see in our world that make you feel overwhelmed? 4. What are the “loaves” that you can offer to Jesus? 5. Read John 6.9. Have you ever asked, “How far will [what I have] go among so many?” What excuses do you make to not get involved in mercy and justice? 6. How can you as an individual, and you with your friends or cell church live out the call to justice and mercy? 7. How does Ephesians 3.20 provide you with encouragement as you give what you have to the Lord? Resources -Good News about Injustice (Gary Haugen), Practical Justice (Kevin Blue), Deep Justice (Chap Clark and Kara Powell) -World Vision (www.worldvision.org), Compassion International (www.compassion.com), International Justice Mission (www.ijm.org) http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Least%20of%20These%206.m4a Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:46:01 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:44:16 Rev. David L. Kim Sermon Text: Isaiah 58.1-9a, 11.6-9 The Least of These V Let Justice and Praise Become My Embrace Isaiah 58.1-9a, 11.6-9 The prophets were a strange bunch, but why were they so weird? And why did they always talk about justice? I. The heart: Justice is rooted in _________________ (11.6-9) II. The definition: To act justly means ________________the wrongs (58.6-7) III. The duty: God’s people must embrace justice as passionately as we embrace ____________ (58.5, 9a) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Have you ever been a victim of injustice? How did you feel about it? What did you do about it? 2. Have you ever witnessed someone else being a victim of injustice? How do you think God felt about that injustice? If God were a human, what do you think He would have done? 3. In Luke 11.42, what is Jesus saying to the Pharisees? What is he saying to you? 4. What does shalom mean? What does shalom look to you? 5. What anti-shalom aspects in our world make you say, “That’s not fair!”? What social injustice makes you the MOST angry? 6. In Isaiah 58.6-7, what was God telling the Israelites He wanted from them? What are some specific ways that you can live this out? Resources Good News about Injustice (Gary Haugen) Practical Justice (Kevin Blue) Deep Justice (Chap Clark and Kara Powell) http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Least%20of%20These%205.m4a Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:54:29 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:51:12 Rev. David Kim Sermon Text: Luke 10.25-37 The Least of These IV Mercy on the Broken Road Luke 10.25-37 Jesus calls us to love our neighbor. Our neighbor is anyone in need of mercy. In order to show mercy, we must... I. __________________ the need (31, 32, 33) II. __________________ the need (33) III. __________________ the need (34-35) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. According to Luke 10.36-37, who is your neighbor? Who in your life would you say is a neighbor? 2. “The man asked Jesus who his neighbor was in order to meet the “minimum requirement” but Christian life isn’t about what you MUST give…it’s about what you CAN give.” What does that mean? 3. With whom do you most identify in the story of the Good Samaritan? Why? 4. Who has shown mercy to you in the past? 5. In what ways do you find yourself “passing by on the other side” of the road? 6. Why do you do “pass by on the other side”? 7. Read 2 Corinthians 8.9. How does this passage motivate you to extend mercy to others? 8. Jesus used his resources to help a people in need. What resources can you use to help those in need this week? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Least%20of%20These%204.m4a Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:44:04 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:39:34 Rev. David Kim The Least of These III What God Wants from Us Micah 6.1-8 The Least of These III What God Wants from Us Micah 6.1-8 I. The R_________________ : meaningless worship (1-3, 6-7) II. The R_________________ : do justice, love mercy, walk humbly with God (8) III. The R_________________: they have received the same (4, 5, 8) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Have you ever given a gift that you thought was perfect...only to realize it’s not what they wanted? 2. Before reading Micah 6.8, what would you think God wants from His people? 3. What does God say “meaningless worship” is? Has God become a “burden” to you? 4. Read Micah 6.8. What DOES God require from us? What part of that verse stands out to you? 5. What is the significance of God “showing” us what He requires? Do fulfilling those requirements earn us salvation? How has God in fact “un-burdened” us? 6. How will this message get lived out in your life? How can you do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Least%20of%20These%203.m4a Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:42:10 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:34:36 Rev. David Kim The Least of These II Who are the Least of These? Deuteronomy 15.1-15 The Least of These II Who are the Least of These? Deuteronomy 15.1-15 I. ________ _______________ Are Called To Care For The Poor (8, 14-15) II. Care For The Poor Means _________________ Poverty Inside The Church (4) III. Care For The Poor Means _________________ Poverty Outside The Church (11) IV. The Poor Are Both The Needy And The _________________ (11) V. We Never ____________ When We Care For The Poor (10) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What are your thoughts/reactions as you hear this message about our call to care for the poor? 2. Which verse(s) stood out to you as it related to God’s heart for the poor? What do you intend to do about it? 3. Deuteronomy 15.15 is a key verse—why is this SO important to understanding our call to the poor? 4. How do you see poverty inside the church? How can you eliminate that? 5. How do you see poverty outside the church? How can you alleviate that? 6. Who are the needy around you? What can you do to help care for them? 7. Who are the oppressed around you? What can you do to help care for them? 8. What will you do in response to this message? How can you bring others along with you to obedience? The Least of These II Who are the Least of These? Deuteronomy 15.1-15 I. ________ _______________ Are Called To Care For The Poor (8, 14-15) II. Care For The Poor Means _________________ Poverty Inside The Church (4) III. Care For The Poor Means _________________ Poverty Outside The Church (11) IV. The Poor Are Both The Needy And The _________________ (11) V. We Never ____________ When We Care For The Poor (10) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What are your thoughts/reactions as you hear this message about our call to care for the poor? 2. Which verse(s) stood out to you as it related to God’s heart for the poor? What do you intend to do about it? 3. Deuteronomy 15.15 is a key verse—why is this SO important to understanding our call to the poor? 4. How do you see poverty inside the church? How can you eliminate that? 5. How do you see poverty outside the church? How can you alleviate that? 6. Who are the needy around you? What can you do to help care for them? 7. Who are the oppressed around you? What can you do to help care for them? 8. What will you do in response to this message? How can you bring others along with you to obedience? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Least%20of%20These%202.m4a Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:22:30 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:40:50 Rev. David Kim The Least of These 1 Running the Race for the Least of These Matthew 25.31-46 The Least of These 1 Running the Race for the Least of These Matthew 25.31-46 I. How we treat the least of these is of utmost __________________ (31-36, 41-45) II. How we treat the least of these shows our love for _______________ (40, 45) III. How we treat the least of these shows we really know the ______________ (46) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Why do you think so many Christians turn a blind eye to areas of compassion, mercy, and justice? 2. Who would you consider to be the “least of these?” What are your honest thoughts about such people? 3. What means/resources has God given you to help the “least of these”? 4. How do you feel knowing that Jesus identifies himself so closely with the “least of these?” How do you feel knowing that Jesus identifies himself so closely with you? 5. When we see the “least of these”, we see Jesus. Whom do you need to look at with fresh eyes so that you might see Christ in them? 6. For whom would you say you are running this race? When you REALLY look at your life, for whom are you really running this race of life? What would it look like if you began to run this race for the “least of these”? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Least%20of%20These%201.m4a Sun, 03 Aug 2008 12:50:49 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:34:00 Albert Young Sermon Text: Romans 4:20-22 Believing in the promises of God; A Christian's battle Romans 4:20-22 The battle is with our unbelief! I. The Problem: Sin comes from the Unbelief of God's promises II. The Why: We are sinners, we are afraid III. The Solution: Trust and Believe God's promises IV. The Conclusion: The Sweetness of the Gospel Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. Is there, true joy in your life right now? If not, what has happened to all your joy? (Gal 4:15) 2. Why is there such little power in your life, in your ministry, relationships, marriage etc? 3. Is Christ dwelling in your heart by faith in your normal day-to-day affairs of life? (Eph 3:17) 4. Are you truly abiding in Christ, experiencing a moment-by-moment, ongoing dependence on Christ as a way of life? (John 15) 5. Are you keeping in step and being filled with the Spirit, proceeding under the Spirit's control daily? (Gal 5:25., Eph 5:18) 6. Expose the idols in your life right now, and speak TRUTH to the LIE. 7. How does this message help you believe in God's promises? http://harvest.podbus.com/Believing%20in%20the%20Promises%20of%20God%3B%20A%20Christian%27s%20Battle.m4a Fri, 18 Jul 2008 01:19:26 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:48:39 Rev. David Kim Sermon Text: Luke 1.1-4 The “Problem” with Christianity III Can We Trust the Bible? Luke 1.1-4 We can trust the Bible to be reliable because we see... I. The D_______________ of the Gospels II. The D_______________ of the Gospels III. The D_______________ of the Gospels Conclusion Luke 24 Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What doubts do you have about the trustworthiness of the Gospels or the Bible in general? Cite specific examples. (Feel free to email P.DL with these questions) 2. How does this evidential approach (ie: using evidence to prove Christianity) help to strengthen your faith? 3. How would you explain to a skeptic the trustworthiness of the Gospels based on today’s message? How has it affected your view of Scripture? 4. How does seeing Christ whenever you read Scripture lead you into worship of Him? 5. How does this message help you to see the Bible as trustworthy? 6. What outstanding questions do you have regarding Christianity? (Again, email P.DL if you’d like) http://harvest.podbus.com/Can%20We%20Trust%20the%20Bible%3F.m4a Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:34:32 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:41:46 Rev David Kim Sermon Text: 2 Timothy 1.1-14 The Other Half II Why We Need Older People 2 Timothy 1.1-14 I. We need older people as M____________ (1-2, 5-6, 13) II. We need older people as M____________ (5, 8) III. We need older people as M___________________ (6-7) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. What older person(s) have been the most influential in your life? What made them so important to you? 2. What was the most meaningful part of this message to you? How will you live that out? 3. When is the last time you were a “Paul” to someone? In what ways have you been a “Paul”? 4. Are you in need of a “Paul?” Whom can you ask to be your “Paul?” Will you? 5. Whom do you see in need of a “Paul?” How will you be a “Paul” to him/her? Will you? 6. What is God telling you to do in response to this sermon? http://harvest.podbus.com/Why%20We%20Need%20Older%20People.m4a Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:02:26 -0400 Podcasting clean 00:49:26 Rev. David Kim Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 17 & Tampa Testimonies The Other Half I Why Our Adults Need Our Youth 1 Samuel 17 I. The World doesn’t expect much of young people. (14, 25-28, 33, 42, 55, 58) II. But God has always used young people to do God-sized works. (48-50) III. Because young people believe they can make a difference (26, 32, 37, 46) Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. How do you view “the other half” of Harvest? 2. What word would you use to describe the young people of our congregation? 3. What does it mean that young people are not only the church of tomorrow, but the church of today. Practically, what does that mean? 4. Who are some young people whom God has used? What young people of Harvest inspire you? 5. How can adults BENEFIT from spending time with young people? 6. Given the state of young people today, are you hopeful for the future? Why? 7. What specific thing is God calling you to do as a result of this message? http://harvest.podbus.com/Why%20Our%20Adults%20Need%20Our%20Youth.m4a Sun, 20 Apr 2008 23:14:51 -0400 Podcasting no 00:46:51 guest Pastor Milo Cho Romans 1:16 The Power of the Gospel Romans 1.16 I. The Gospel of Power A. The gospel is not just about power, but it is the power of God B. The gospel is the real power of God. II. The Gospel of Salvation A. The gospel is for unbelievers. B. The gospel is for believers. Conclusion Living It Out Knowledge alone is NOT power—we find power when we LIVE IT OUT 1. How did God bring the gospel to you in your life? (spend time in praise and thanks for how God brought the gospel to you) 2. What are the most important aspects of the gospel message? 3. What are some things that sometimes "add" to the gospel? 4. How can you apply the gospel in your daily life as a believer? or In what practical ways can you apply the gospel in your life as a believer? 5. Share about one person you know who needs the gospel. How might God use you to bring the gospel to that person? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Power%20of%20the%20Gospel.m4a Sun, 13 Apr 2008 22:14:07 -0400 Podcasting no 00:40:33 Pastor Martin Chang Sermon Text: Philippians 1:12-21 Sermon Title: The Greatest Mission and the Greatest Joy Sermon Text: Philippians 1:12-21 When "For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain" is your mission, there is: I. Joy in the face of suffering II. Joy in the face of opposition III. Joy in the face of death Living it out: 1. What's your mission in life? Where do you find meaning and satisfaction? 2. What are you gaining by trying to accomplish you mission? What are you sacrificing? Is it worth dying for? 3. Is your mission powerful enough, big enough, to give you joy in the face of suffering, opposition, and death? Is your mission powerful enough, big enough, to bring about greater good through your suffering, opposition, and death? 4. What kinds of suffering or opposition are you going through as a follower of Christ? How can you keep rejoicing? 5. How would you respond if you knew that death was near? How does the gospel give you joy in death? 6. What was Jesus' mission? How will you respond to him in light of this? http://harvest.podbus.com/The%20Greatest%20Mission%20and%20the%20Greatest%20Joy.m4a Sun, 06 Apr 2008 11:12:37 -0400 Podcasting no 00:46:48