Why Pray? — Sermon Video

(September 9 Comprehensive Sermon Notes, Brian Austin)

Passages we will look at today: (Page numbers in your Pew Bibles)

738 Matthew 7:7-11 824
749 Matthew 18:19-20
823 John 14:12-13
824 John 15:4-8
825 John 16:23-24
825 John 16:26-27
862 Romans 8:26-27
476 Psalm 139:7-12

Why is it so easy to believe that God CAN do something we ask for, but so difficult to believe that He WILL do what we ask for?

Pg 749 Matthew 18:19-20 NIV — If this promise is true, a husband and wife team, two friends, two children – can tap into immense power. Why then are we so slow to come together to pray?

Pg 752 Matthew 21:21-22 NIV — If this promise is true, how do we get past doubt? And why do we dare so little and ask so small?

Pg 823 John 14:12-13 NIV — What does it mean to “Ask in His Name?” And how far should we take His promises?

Pg 862 Romans 8:26-27 & 34 NIV  — What is the significance of having both Jesus and the Holy Spirit interceding for us?

Pg 809 John 1: 1-5

Why does God DELIGHT IN US?

Prayer is time spent with THE MOST POWERFUL BEING IN EXISTENCE who DELIGHTS IN YOU! Who KNOWS YOU BY NAME! Who KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU, BUT STILL LOVES YOU!

Pg 824 John 15:4-8  —
Apart from me [Jesus] you can do NOTHING! Not a very flattering statement. How do we learn to live IN HIM?

Pg 476 Psalm 139: 7-12  —If you feel like God is distant, read that passage  over and over. Memorize it. If you wish God would keep His distance a bit more, read that passage and surrender to Him.

What changes when we pray for our Pastors?
What changes when we pray for our Ministry Council?
How far can you dare to trust God?

Jesus raised the dead. He healed lepers. He TOUCHED lepers, an absolute taboo of His day. He healed the deaf, the blind, the crippled. And He told us WE CAN DO GREATER THINGS! Are we supposed to believe that? Are we supposed to act on that?

Can we trust Him when we don’t understand?
Can we trust Him, when the hurt is deeper than we ever thought we could endure?

Are you praying for our kids?
Are you praying for their teachers?
What lifts you, fills you, but never leaves you feeling bloated?

Pg 932 – James 4:2-3 —
Why does He want us to ASK when He already knows what we need?
Why does He want us to ASK, when He already knows what we need?

Pastor Dave’s Challenge – 10 people coming to know God through the ministry of HMC this year. Too big or too small a goal?

If we truly believe what Jesus said, why do we ask so small, and dare so little?

Pg 951 Revelation 3:20 ESV — Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him, and eat with him, and he with me.

 

Additional Passages on Prayer (and Fasting) we won’t have time to look at today:
(Page numbers in your Pew Bibles)
338 2 Chronicles 7:14
345 2 Chronicles 20:2-4
368 Ezra 8:21-23
562 Isaiah 58:3-10
688 Joel 1:13-14
689 Joel 2:12-18
702 Jonah 3:5-10
735 Matthew 4:1-4
737 Matthew 6:9-12
737 Mathew 6:16-18
793 Luke 11:2-4
823 John 16:26-27

Bulletin — September 2, 2018

HMC Events

Mortar & Stones Join us on Sunday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of prayer. Our focus will be our Fall launch of our ministries.

Party in the Park Mark Sunday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m. on your calendars. We will be gathering at the Hanover Park for a service, baptisms, BBQ, and fun! If you would like to be baptized in the river on this day, please connect with a pastor. Please bring along a salad or side dish to share. Drinks, hotdogs/hamburgers, and dessert provided.

Moms & Tots is kicking off their fall season on Wednesday, September 12 at 9:30 a.m. It’s a great time for mothers of young children to get together and share life! If you’re available to help with childcare during this time, please connect with Ellie Cox or Alisha DeVisser.

Jr Pitch is coming on September 21-23 and is an exciting weekend camping opportunity for youth in grade 7 and 8. Forms are available outside the main office. Early bird registration rate ends on September 16 so be sure to sign up before then! Are you a certified male leader and willing to hang out with a group of kids for the weekend? Please connect with Pastor Amos or Melissa McDougall.

The September Daily Bread is available at the welcome centre today.

New Nursery/Preschool schedules are available today as well as Ushers/Greeters.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for Dave Peckham who is experiencing some health concerns.

Our Condolences to the friends and family of Ruth Kuepfer who passed away on Saturday, August 25. Please pray for the family as they grieve.

OPPORTUNITIES

Help us turn our portable into a comfortable and inviting meeting space! If you have used furniture in good condition you’re willing to donate, please let us know.

Our kids have been given three ‘Sent Out’ Challenges: in their neighbourhood, the community, and around the world! Each child has also received a ‘Flat Disciple’. Remember to complete the challenges, snap a photo, and share it with the hashtag #HMCSentOut. Visit the Summer Slam page on our website to download the challenge sheet, or pick one up in the foyer.

WHAT’S UP WITH ROOTS UP?

This fall we are launching a new multi-generational midweek ministry called ROOTS UP. On Wednesday night, people of all ages will be invited out for a time of connection and discovery. Stay turned for more information, but mark these dates on your calendar:
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Soft Launch for our kids (grade SK-8)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Open House for all ages
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Adult Track Begins

Take a Break — Sermon Video

Key Idea:

God says: have a break!

1) God designed having a break as part of creation.
Gen 2:1-3, Mark 2:27

2) God designed having a break as a way to find spiritual refreshment.
Lev 23:3, Ex 20:8-11

Qadash(Holy): to consecrate, sanctify, prepare, dedicate, be sanctified, be separate.

3) God designed having a break as a way to find physical, mental, and emotional refreshment.
Ex 31:17

Naphash(refreshed): to take breath, refresh oneself

Bulletin – August 26, 2018

HMC EVENTS

Join us tonight at the Bartlett’s at 6:30 p.m. for our final bonfire of the season! (302441 Concession 2SDR, West Grey.) Bring along your lawn chairs, blankets, roasting sticks, snacks & drinks.

Mortar & Stones Join us on Sunday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of prayer.

Party in the Park Mark Sunday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m. on your calendars. We will be gathering at the Hanover Park for a service, baptisms, BBQ, and fun! If you would like to be baptized in the river on this day, please connect with a pastor.

Jr Pitch is coming on September 21-23 and is an exciting weekend camping opportunity for youth in grade 7 and 8. Forms are available outside the main office. Are you a certified male leader and willing to hang out with a group of kids for the weekend? Please connect with Pastor Amos or Melissa McDougall.

The September Daily Bread is available on the reception desk today.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please continue to pray for those members of our congregation who are facing various health concerns. Pray for the doctors that are overseeing their care, and the family members that are offering support during this time.

OPPORTUNITIES

Help us turn our portable into a comfortable and inviting meeting space! If you have used furniture in good condition you’re willing to donate, please let us know.

Our staff would love to add a mini fridge to their lunch space. If you have one kicking around that isn’t being used and would like to donate it, please connect with the office.

Our kids have been given three ‘Sent Out’ Challenges: in their neighbourhood, the community, and around the world! Each child has also received a ‘Flat Disciple’. Remember to complete the challenges, snap a photo, and share it with the hashtag #HMCSentOut. Visit the Summer Slam page on our website to download the challenge sheet, or pick one up in the foyer.

MEET US ONLINE

We are working on beefing up our social media presence. Be sure to [LIKE] our Facebook page, and then join the groups connected to our page that represent the ministries you’re involved in.

Bulletin – August 19, 2018

HMC EVENTS

Join us tonight at the Rusnak’s at 6:30 p.m. for a bonfire! (282906 Normanby/Bentinck Townline.) Bring along your lawn chairs, blankets, roasting sticks, snacks & drinks – you’re also welcome to bring an instrument to join in on some barn jamming!

Party in the Park Mark Sunday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m. on your calendars. We will be gathering at the Hanover Park for a service, baptisms, BBQ, and fun! If you would like to be baptized in the river on this day, please connect with a pastor.

Jr Pitch is coming on September 21-23 and is an exciting weekend camping opportunity for youth in grade 7 and 8. Forms are available outside the main office. Are you a certified male leader and willing to hang out with a group of kids for the weekend? Please connect with Pastor Amos or Melissa McDougall.

The September Daily Bread is available on the reception desk today.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please continue to pray for those members of our congregation who are facing various health concerns. Pray for the doctors that are overseeing their care, and the family members that are offering support during this time.

Our Condolences to Mark and Linda Schwartz on the passing of Mark’s mother, Elizabeth, on August 10. Please remember the family in your prayers as they grieve.

WORDS OF THANKS

Thank you to all the wonderful people who made our Summer Slam program a huge success! It is with much gratitude that we acknowledge the fearless leaders, snack helpers, those who donated snacks, helped with music and registration, and all those who prayed over the ministry. Thanks to your contribution, we have been able to leave a lasting impression for Jesus on the lives of many children!

CONGRATULATIONS

A very happy birthday to Evelyn Howe who is celebrating 80 years today!

MEET US ONLINE

We are working on beefing up our social media presence. Be sure to [LIKE] our Facebook page, and then join the groups connected to our page that represent the ministries you’re involved in.

SUMMER SLAM CHALLENGES

Our kids have been given three ‘Sent Out’ Challenges: in their neighbourhood, the community, and around the world!

Each child has also received a ‘Flat Disciple’. Remember to bring this along as you work together to complete the challenges, snap a photo, and share it with the hashtag #HMCSentOut

Did you lose your challenge sheet? Visit the Summer Slam page on our website to download a new copy!

Moving Forward 104: The Driving Force of Servanthood — Sermon Video

2 Corinthians 5:11-15 New International Version (NIV)

The Ministry of Reconciliation

11 Since, then, we know what it is to fear the Lord, we try to persuade others. What we are is plain to God, and I hope it is also plain to your conscience. 12 We are not trying to commend ourselves to you again, but are giving you an opportunity to take pride in us, so that you can answer those who take pride in what is seen rather than in what is in the heart. 13 If we are “out of our mind,” as some say, it is for God; if we are in our right mind, it is for you. 14 For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. 15 And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again.

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Bulletin – August 12, 2018

HMC EVENTS

Join us tonight at the Webb’s at 6:30 p.m. for a bonfire! (174229 Mulock Road.) Bring along your lawn chairs, blankets, roasting sticks, snacks & drinks.

Summer Slam brings kids together for a whole week to learn, grow, and play. It’s not too late to sign up your children/grandchildren/neighbours (ages 5-12). Grab a form outside the admin centre or fill it out online and drop them off for the mornings of August 13-17 from 9-noon.

Kids Love Snacks! See the Summer Slam snack list on the Reception Desk and sign up to donate an item for the week of Summer Slam.

Party in the Park Mark Sunday, September 16 on your calendars. We will be gathering at the Hanover Park for a service, baptisms, BBQ, and fun! If you would like to be baptized in the river on this day, please connect with a pastor.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please continue to pray for those members of our congregation who are facing various health concerns. Pray for the doctors that are overseeing their care, and the family members that are offering support during this time.

Pray for Summer Slam. Pray for the leaders as they prepare for the week ahead, and pray for the children that are registered, that their hearts would be open to digging into God’s story.

OPPORTUNITIES

Do you love to cook and have Wednesday’s free? Light on Main is looking for a volunteer cook. Connect with Bill at 519-2364-7265.

MEET US ONLINE

We are working on beefing up our social media presence. Be sure to [LIKE] our Facebook page, and then join the groups connected to our page that represent the ministries you’re involved in.

Moving Forward 103: Serving in Humility Part 2 — Sermon Video

Luke 6:27-36 New International Version (NIV)

Love for Enemies

27 “But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. 29 If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. 30 Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. 31 Do to others as you would have them do to you.

32 “If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners love those who love them. 33 And if you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? Even sinners do that. 34 And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. 35 But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. 36 Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.

 

Philippians 2:3-8 New International Version (NIV)

3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:

6 Who, being in very nature[a] God,
    did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage;
7 rather, he made himself nothing
    by taking the very nature[b] of a servant,
    being made in human likeness.
8 And being found in appearance as a man,
    he humbled himself
    by becoming obedient to death—
        even death on a cross!

Footnotes:

  1. Philippians 2:6 Or in the form of
  2. Philippians 2:7 Or the form
New International Version (NIV)Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

Bulletin – August 5, 2018

HMC EVENTS

Join us tonight at the Mader’s at 6:30 p.m. for a bonfire! (422111 Concession 6.) Bring along your lawn chairs, blankets, roasting sticks, snacks & drinks.

Summer Slam brings kids together for a whole week to learn, grow, and play. Mark the mornings of August 13-17 on your calendar and sign up your children/grandchildren/neighbours (ages 5-12). Grab a form outside the admin centre or fill it out online.

Kids Love Snacks! See the Summer Slam snack list on the Reception Desk and sign up to donate an item for the week of Summer Slam.

Party in the Park Mark Sunday, September 16 on your calendars. We will be gathering at the Hanover Park for a service, baptisms, BBQ, and fun! If you would like to be baptized in the river on this day, please connect with a pastor.

Please Note

Marie and Alanna are both out of the office this week as they are contributing to our ECM camps through office and worship ministry. Please leave messages/emails for any regular office inquiries and these will be addressed upon their return on August 13.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please continue to pray for those members of our congregation who are facing various health concerns. Pray for the doctors that are overseeing their care, and the family members that are offering support during this time.

Pray for Summer Slam. Pray for the leaders as they prepare, and pray for the children that are registered, that their hearts would be open to digging into God’s story.

WORDS OF THANKS

Thank you to the crew of volunteers who helped make last Sunday’s BBQ lunch a success.

OPPORTUNITIES

ONLY ONE DATE LEFT! The U18 Ministry needs your help on Sunday mornings in the summer! Consider grabbing a partner and signing up to teach on August 12.

Do you love to cook and have Wednesday’s free? Light on Main is looking for a volunteer cook. Connect with Bill at 519-2364-7265.

MEET US ONLINE

We are working on beefing up our social media presence. Be sure to [LIKE] our Facebook page, and then join the groups connected to our page that represent the ministries you’re involved in.

MISSIONARY UPDATE

Praise and prayer requests from Sam & Matt Chittick as they travel to Galmi on mission: The Chittick’s have arrived safely in France for Sam’s language training. Their son, Josiah, is adapting well to a new place and time zone. Praise God for the 85% of needed support they have raised and please pray that the remaining 15% would come in. Please pray for Sam as she studies French, which will enable her to communicate more clearly with the people of Galmi. Pray for Josiah’s health and sleep, and pray for Matt’s sermon series he will be preaching on the missionary compound in Galmi.