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2026-04-18
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Scripture References Colossians 1:15-20 Hebrews 1:3 John 14:9 John 1:18 Romans 11:36 Introduction Six-week series in Colossians entitled “Enough.” Week 1: “Jesus Is Enough to Save” – Col 1:11-14. Week 2 focus: Col 1:15-20 – “Jesus Is Enough to Sustain Us.” Purpose of Paul’s letter: counter “Jesus + something” teaching creeping into the Colossian church (matter is evil, Jesus can’t be fully human, legalism vs. license). Big idea: If Jesus is not pre-eminent in your life, something else is pretending to sustain you. Continue reading 2026-04-18
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Scripture References Matthew 23 Matthew 23:11-12 Galatians 5:22-23 Psalm 118:26 Introduction Pastor Chris (on staff nearly 20 years) continued the “Investigating Jesus” series. Previous week: End-Times message; this week: the question, “What about all the hypocrites?” Light-hearted open (Disney trip, humorous photo of Pastor Josh), then pivot to the seriousness of hypocrisy. Rooted Celebration Weekend: 2,500 graduates; invitation to text ROOTED to 20411 for next session. Context: Matthew 23 takes place on the Tuesday of Passion Week–Jesus’ final public confrontation with the Pharisees. Continue reading 2026-04-11
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Scripture References Colossians 1:1-12 Hebrews 6:18-19 Ephesians 2:10 Introduction Opening conversation contrasted “avoiding bad” with “becoming good.” Group agreed true goodness is found only through deeper relationship with Jesus, not self-effort. Leader distributed a five-question “heart-check” card during the week; tonight’s discussion revisited those questions. New 8-10-week series launched in Colossians titled “Enough–Jesus Is Enough.” Continue reading 2026-04-11
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Scripture References Luke 21 Matthew 24 Matthew 23 Matthew 28:19 Hosea 4:6 Hebrews 9:22 Galatians 3:28 John 16 2 Peter 3:9 1 Thessalonians 5:3 Romans 8:22 Revelation 6 Revelation 20 Ezekiel 38 Introduction Pastor celebrates Easter weekend impact: 53,000 in-person attenders and 2,772 salvations. Sets expectation: this message is heavier–extensive Scripture reading and dot-connecting. Illustration: the ever-ticking countdown clock on stage reminds him of limited time; Jesus says human history also has a countdown. Core question: “When will Christ return, and what will He do then?” Jesus’ longest answer (Luke 21 & Matthew 24) divides history into three ages; the sermon traces them and their transitions. Continue reading 2026-04-03
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Scripture References Luke 24:1-8 Luke 9:22; Luke 9:24 Luke 18:31-33 John 14:6 Romans 8:11 Introduction Pastor Josh welcomes the Lake Pointe family and guests on Easter, emphasizing worldwide celebration of Christ’s resurrection. Explains annual Easter survey card that shapes future teaching series and campus expansion. Frames the day around humanity’s love for comeback stories, preparing hearts to see Jesus’ resurrection as history’s ultimate reversal. Continue reading 2026-03-28
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Scripture References Introduction Last of the seven “I Am” statements in John: “I am the True Vine.” To surface the longings Jesus satisfies, six groups analyzed popular songs from six decades, each identifying the “cultural crisis” the lyrics reveal. Continue reading 2026-03-28
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Scripture References Ephesians 1:4 Genesis 12 – 50 Exodus 1 – 32 Psalm 106:21 Exodus 25:8-9 Exodus 20:1-17 Romans 3:20-24 Hebrews 10:1, 10 John 3:16 Introduction Pastor Mike Breaux welcomes in-person and online attenders and reminds them Easter is next weekend – “Who are you inviting?” Sets up the theme: as Easter approaches, move from “investigating where Jesus went” to “who He is and what He’s done.” Uses everyday “shadows” (sunsets, dark alleyways, Groundhog Day) to introduce the biblical idea of Old-Testament shadows pointing forward to Christ. Continue reading 2026-03-21
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Scripture References John 14:1-6 Exodus 13:21-22 Exodus 14:19-20 Numbers 9:15-23 Exodus 40:34-38 1 Kings 8:10-12 Introduction Opened with an invitation to serve in North Dallas (Friday or Saturday options, car-pooling encouraged, lunch/hang-out afterward). Leader affirmed how much he learns from the group’s dialogue; encouraged honest reactions to the sermon on hell and the exclusivity of Christ. Tonight’s “I AM” focus: Jesus’ claim, “I am the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6), explored through the lens of Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car.” Continue reading 2026-03-21
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Scripture References Luke 16:19-31 Luke 1:1 John 14:6 Genesis 3:4 2 Thessalonians 1:9 Ezekiel 18:23 John 3:16-17 Revelation 19 Introduction Series: “Investigating Jesus” (goal: move from crowd to true discipleship). Luke, a physician, writes to his lost friend Theophilus, carefully compiling controversial teachings–including Jesus’ words on hell. Preacher acknowledges cultural pressure to avoid topics of politics, money, and hell; chooses to confront hell head-on because Jesus taught it plainly. Satan’s first lie (Genesis 3:4) denies judgment; he still uses three goals:Let unbelievers reject Christ without fear. Sap believers’ urgency to evangelize. Diminish God’s glory in redeemed lives. Continue reading 2026-03-14
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Scripture References Luke 9:51 Isaiah 50:6-7 Matthew 21:1-11 Mark 11:1-11 Luke 19:28-44 John 12:12-19, 16 Zechariah 9:9 Psalm 118:25-26 Deuteronomy 8:3 Deuteronomy 6:13 Psalm 91 Proverbs 29:25 John 12:42-43 Introduction The preacher invites the church to journey with Jesus along His final, “dark and scary road” toward Easter. Luke 9:51 marks the hinge of the gospel narrative: Jesus “set His face” toward Jerusalem–language of iron-willed resolve and fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy. Historical backdrop: Passover week swells Jerusalem to ~2 million pilgrims; Rome dispatches extra troops; political tension is electric. Two contrasting parades will converge: Pilate from the west with war-horses; Jesus from the east on a donkey portraying humility and true power. Continue reading 