Sermons

Rejoice always. Pray continually. Give thanks in all circumstances. These three commands help us cling to God and grow in our Christian walk, finding ultimate hope through His grace. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 #ChristianLife #FaithJourney #HoldOntoGod #SpiritualGrowth

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Holding onto God in all circumstances. What are you holding onto in life? Paul offers us these three commands in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 to help us in holding unto God: Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances. As we follow those commands we will please God and grow in our Christian walk. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24. Pastor Liz Green.

Printable sermon notes -
https://theconnecting.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026-0808_notes.pdf

1) Rejoice always
2) Pray continually
3) Give thanks
4) Test everything in the Spirit

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Holding onto God in all circumstances. What are you holding onto in life? Paul offers us these three commands in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 to help us in holding unto God: Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances. As we follow those commands we will please God and grow in our Christian walk. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24. Pastor Liz Green.

Printable sermon notes -
https://theconnecting.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026-0808_notes.pdf

1) Rejoice always
2) Pray continually
3) Give thanks
4) Test everything in the Spirit

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Those feeling discouraged or fearful don't need lectures, but courage. True encouragement means seeing their struggles, reminding them they're not alone, and offering God's unchanging grace, not flattery. Sometimes, presence speaks louder than words. #Encouragement #Support #Faith #Community

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Learn to voice concerns without questioning motives, speak truth without wounding, and listen without rebuttal. Distinguish biblical truth from wisdom, judgment, or preference. Not every disagreement is a battle for the church's soul. #ChristianMaturity #HealthyDisagreement #ChurchLife #SpiritualGrowth

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Imagine an ER giving everyone cough medicine! Sincere care without diagnosis is useless. Ministry needs discernment: challenge, encourage, or carry burdens. Tailored care is crucial. #MinistryTips #Discernment #ChristianLiving #PastoralCare

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A thriving church stops asking, “What do I want?” and starts asking, “What do others need?”

Printable sermon notes -
https://theconnecting.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-0801_notes.pdf

1) Recognize Those Who Serve Others
2) Protect the Peace of Others
3) Give Others the Care They Need
4) Pursue the Good of Others

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A thriving church stops asking, “What do I want?” and starts asking, “What do others need?”

Printable sermon notes -
https://theconnecting.church/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2026-0801_notes.pdf

1) Recognize Those Who Serve Others
2) Protect the Peace of Others
3) Give Others the Care They Need
4) Pursue the Good of Others

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Unbelievers may scoff, but believers hold the hope of resurrection and life with Christ. Even if they don't believe they need it, we have work to do. #ChristianHope #Resurrection #Salvation #Faith #SecondComing

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