Truth Quest Update - Classroom Changes
Dear Church Family, We have some upcoming exciting changes in Truth Quest that we want to share with you that will affect your Sunday morning experience....
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Good Friday Communion Guide
Some of the sweetest times for small groups/gatherings or families are when they can participate in the Lord’s Supper together. The Bible stresses the importance of unity in Communion, which is why taking Communion with those you do life with on a regular basis can be powerful....
To Love and To Cherish
We are in this together, but no one is as close to you as your spouse. Let’s cultivate our marriage so it will stand this test. Our prayer is that the marriages at Metro will bring great glory to God and be an outstanding example for our children. They are watching and learning by our example....
Faith And Financial Preparedness
We must understand that our choices place us in the bounds of responsibility. If we acquire much, we will have the responsibility to care for much. If we choose to live a minimalist life, our responsibilities will be minimal. With our individual choices of “things,” we must be responsible as believers and prepared to cover their costs during guaranteed hardships. That is Proverbial wisdom....
Being Light in the Darkness
We’re in a time when people are tempted, and instructed, to care for themselves and their families above all else. I’m not saying don’t prepare and care for your families, but in our effort to do so let’s not neglect to bear fruit as believers. These are the times when the opportunity to point people to Jesus is almost at every turn....
Voices From the Church During the Crisis: A Doctor's Perspective
God is completely in control of this globe of his. He loves us – we're his own. There is absolutely nothing new under the sun: no virus, no medication, no DNA or RNA mutation … nothing that he does not completely understand. It is his and he is King. And while I may not always understand the Why in my life, I do know the Who....
How to Care for Your Children During Times of Uncertainty
We not only want to help equip our children to process information informed by the promises of scripture, but we also want to provide a platform to share their thoughts, emotions, fears, concerns, indifference, apathy, etc. Ask them. Don’t assume you know their answers. Give them time to process and think out loud. Affirm that they are sharing in a safe environment....
Equipped to Respond
It can be easy to say "be on mission" or "love your neighbor" at times like this, scripture tells us to be ready to give a "defense for our faith" (I Peter 3:15), but where might we even consider staring? Here are some practical ways you can be equipped to respond when most helpful, it's a "round-up of resources" so to speak. Let's begin with Prayer......
The Discipleship Cost
Hello Metro, Here's a review from Sunday morning. Scripture Reference: Luke 14:25-35 Preaching Points: Discipleship Has A Relational Cost. Discipleship Has A Rights Cost. Discipleship Has A Calculation Cost. Discussion Ideas: How can this passage be misunderstood? // How can this passage be minimized in ways that reduce the force of Jesus' words? // What ...
Keep ReadingTruth Quest Update: Jesus Has Power Over Death
Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. Jesus interrupted Lazarus’s funeral knowing His would soon follow. When Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, He showed that He has power over death. Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life.” Jesus died on the cross for our sin and rose from the dead. He gives eternal life to those who trust in Him....
Keep ReadingThe Discipleship Concern
Hello Metro, Here's a review from Sunday morning. Scripture Reference: 2 Peter 3:14-18 Preaching Points: Be Diligent. Take Care. Grow. Discussion Ideas: What seems to be a primary goal of our salvation? // According to Peter, what can happen to believers in this passage? // What implications about being intentional in and through community are found in this passage?...
Keep ReadingTruth Quest Update: Jesus Has Power Over Evil
Jesus has power over evil. Only Jesus had the strength to control the man with the evil spirits. Jesus used His power to free the man. He has power over everything. Jesus came to earth to destroy the Devil by dying on the cross. One day, Jesus will end evil forever....
Keep ReadingThe Discipleship Community
Hello Metro, Here's a review from Sunday morning. Scripture Reference: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12 Preaching Points: We aren't meant to be alone A three-fold cord is better than one or two (Crowd, Cell, Core) Discussion Ideas: Describe a time when a small group helped you through challenging circumstances. What are the obstacles in building relationships to the depth th...
Keep ReadingTruth Quest Update: Jesus Has Power Over Sickness
The prophet Isaiah wrote that the promised Messiah would open the eyes of people who were blind. (Isaiah 35:5; 42:7) He was here! Jesus was the promised Messiah. Even if we are not physically blind, we are sinners. In our need, we can cry out like Bartimaeus, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” Sinners can’t see the truth about God until Jesus opens our eyes and saves ...
Keep ReadingThe Discipleship Call
Hello Metro, Here's a review from Sunday morning. Scripture Reference: Matthew 28:18-20 Preaching Points: Make Disciples Jesus Has A Promise Discussion Ideas: Share a story of someone who discipled you and their impact on your life. What are some misconceptions about discipleship we can have? In what ways do you see the need for discipleship in your own life? How ca...
Keep ReadingTruth Quest Update: Jesus Has the Power to Provide
Jesus’ didn’t intend to only meet the people’s physical needs. He came to satisfy their spiritual needs as well. By feeding the five thousand, Jesus provided for the physical needs of the crowd. The next day, Jesus called Himself the bread of life. (John 6:35) Only Jesus is able to satisfy our souls by providing forgiveness, friendship with God, and eternal life....
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