Good evening, friend! We are mulling a seven-word phrase in Philippians 2: 14: “Do all things without grumbling or disputing…” Remember, Paul wrote these words from a prison cell where he awaited his own execution. If anyone had earned the right to complain about his situation, it was Paul. And yet, his admonition to his […]
Virtual Maundy Thursday and the confessions of a tech-stunted pastor
I wish I were more tech-savvy! Especially right now when so much of our Chapel Hill community is being handled virtually. But honestly, I’m still figuring this stuff out. For instance, did you know that if you subscribe to the Chapel Hill YouTube page and select the bell icon, you can be notified about all […]
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LifeGroup Questions: July 20-21
LIFEGROUP QUESTIONS The Healer (Week 1) These discussion questions pair with the sermon preached July 20 and 21, 2019. Read The Doubtful Mark 9:14-29 Faith plays a role in healing Head Who is the “faithless generation” in this story? Who is Jesus speaking to? Why is prayer important in this story? What is the connection […]
LifeGroup Questions: July 13-14
LIFEGROUP QUESTIONS Worship Is Weird These discussion questions pair with the sermon preached July 13 and 14, 2019. Read Is 6; Rev 7; 1 Cor 14 Worship Is Up, In and Out Head Read through the texts for today; Isaiah 6; Rev 7; 1 Cor 14. What can you learn about what worship is, who […]
LifeGroup Questions: July 6-7
LIFEGROUP QUESTIONS LifeGroup notes for 2 Cor 12:8-10 and the sermon preached on July 6-7. Read 2 Cor 12:8-10 Head Weakness and power is a theme throughout the letters to the Corinthians. Look up some of these verses and journal or discuss your reflections on the character of God. 1 Cor 1:27; 1 Cor 2:3; […]
Our Hearts Are Full
Greetings, Chapel Hill Family! I’m not sure if 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV) is my “life verse,” but it is helpful to meditate on “in season and out of season.” “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Jennifer and I are so grateful […]
LifeGroup Questions: June 29-30
LifeGroup Questions June 29-30 This LifeGroup guide pairs with the sermon preached on June 29-30. Read Joshua 24 Head Use a Study Bible to look throughout the book of Joshua at the seven stone memorials that Israel erected at significant moments in their journey. Read Joshua 4:20; 7:26; 8:28-29; 8:30-32; 10:27; 22:34; 24:26-27. What is […]
Youth Weekend LifeGroup Questions June 22-23
LIFEGROUP QUESTIONS Youth Weekend This LifeGroup guide pairs with Deuteronomy 6:1-9 and Proverbs 22:6, and the sermon preached on June 22/23. Read Deuteronomy 6:1-9 and Proverbs 22:6 Head Use a study bible to remind yourself of the original context of the decree from Moses in Deuteronomy 6.Who was he talking to and where were they when […]
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Game Changer Week 4: Devotional Day 7
DAY 7 – Sunday Daily devotional Read Mark 9:2-9; Romans 8:31-39 Ask What words do you say over your children and/or other loved ones in your life? Reflect I mentioned yesterday that I was both awed and terrified of the power of words in my son’s life. Part of that is a function of our […]
Game Changer Week 4: Devotional Day 6
DAY 6 – Saturday Daily devotional Read Mark 9:2-8; Romans 8:14-17 Ask “This is my beloved son. Listen to Him.” This is how Jesus’ father spoke over him. What is your experience of the words spoken over you by your earthly parents? How is your experience of earthly parents similar or different to how your […]