Icebreaker: Share one moment in your life when hope showed up just when you needed it most.
Sermon Title: “The Great Hope” – 2 Timothy 1:9-10 & I Peter 1:3
Group Discussion:
Read 2 Timothy 1:9-10 & 1 John 3:7-8 – The great undoing: Jesus’ resurrection undid Satan. Satan loves to instill fear, and fear is often a catalyst for hatred, anger, anxiety, depression, and isolation, which are schemes devised by the evil one. So, discuss practical ways for how Jesus’ great “undoing” can empower us to experience victory and overcome our battles with sin, fear, and despair. And what role can engaging in fellowship with other believers have in experiencing the “undoing?”
Read Isaiah 25:8, Hosea 13:14, & 1 Corinthians 15:54-55 – The great waiting: We experience the weight of living in a fallen world; nevertheless, we have hope in Jesus, and as Jeff Faull stated: “The weight is worth the wait.” In what ways do the promises that God will “swallow up death forever,” redeem us from the grave, and grant us victory through Jesus give us hope as we navigate life in a fallen world? Discuss strategies for sharing our hope with others in waiting for Jesus’ return.
Read Matthew 28:5-7, Luke 24:1-7, & John 20:19-20 – The great life: A eucatastrophe. The word “eucatastrophe” means a sudden, unexpected turn from darkness to joy. How do these verses reveal the magnitude of Jesus’ resurrection, as a eucatastrophe? Can this influence how we view our own moments of darkness? Discuss ways to share this eucatastrophe so that it resonates with others.
Read John 11:25, I Peter 1:3, & Romans 5:8 – The great revealing. Jesus’ resurrection unveiled who He truly is and God’s ultimate plan to defeat death and offer eternal life, so discuss what these truths reveal about God’s love for us (e.g., “while we were still sinners”). So, how can these truths influence (1) our attitudes and behaviors and (2) the way we share Jesus with others, especially with skeptics?
Spiritual Discipline: Review resources for this series at: Church Center / Home / Sermon Resources on our Church app, including this resource: John Chapter 16 Scripture & Commentary. During this series, we encourage people to study John chapters 14, 15, 16, & 17. John chapters 14 & 15, scripture and commentary are also included in the resources if you missed them the past two weeks.
Action Steps: Read Romans 6:4 and then (1) Reflect and Realign: Spend time reflecting on how your worldview influences your belief systems, especially about the resurrection, and ask the Lord to help you develop a more profound trust in His power to generate life change and (2) Share the Story: Choose one of Jesus’ miracles (e.g., feeding the five thousand, calming the storm, His resurrection) and share it with someone as an entry point to reveal the hope we have for life transformation.
Día de resurrección 2025
I. Introducción
A. Lucas 24:13-16 (NTV) 13Ese mismo día, dos de los seguidores de Jesús iban camino al pueblo de Emaús, a unos once kilómetros de Jerusalén. 14 Al ir caminando, hablaban acerca de las cosas que habían sucedido. 15 Mientras conversaban y hablaban, de pronto Jesús mismo se apareció y comenzó a caminar con ellos; 16 pero Dios impidió que lo reconocieran.
B. Lucas 24:17 (NTV) “¿De qué vienen discutiendo tan profundamente por el camino?”
C. Lucas 24:18 (NTV) “Tú debes de ser la única persona en Jerusalén que no oyó acerca de las cosas que han sucedido allí en los últimos días”.
D. Lucas 24:19-21 (NTV) 19“¿Qué cosas?” —preguntó Jesús. “Las cosas que le sucedieron a Jesús, el hombre de Nazaret”, le dijeron. “Era un profeta que hizo milagros poderosos, y también era un gran maestro a los ojos de Dios y de todo el pueblo. 20 Sin embargo, los principales sacerdotes y otros líderes religiosos lo entregaron para que fuera condenado a muerte, y lo crucificaron. 21 Nosotros teníamos la esperanza de que fuera el Mesías que había venido para rescatar a Israel. Todo esto sucedió hace tres días”.
E. Lucas 24:22-24 (NTV) 22“No obstante, algunas mujeres de nuestro grupo de seguidores fueron a su tumba esta mañana temprano y regresaron con noticias increíbles. 23¡Dijeron que el cuerpo había desaparecido y que habían visto a ángeles, quienes les dijeron que Jesús está vivo! 24 Algunos de nuestros hombres corrieron para averiguarlo, y efectivamente el cuerpo no estaba, tal como las mujeres habían dicho”.
F. Lucas 24:25a (NTV) “¡Qué necios son!”
1. La vida que llevamos surge de la que creemos estar viviendo.
G. Lucas 24:25-27 (NTV) 25“¡Qué necios son! Les cuesta tanto creer todo lo que los profetas escribieron en las Escrituras. 26 ¿Acaso no profetizaron claramente que el Mesías tendría que sufrir todas esas cosas antes de entrar en su gloria?” 27 Entonces Jesús los guio por los escritos de Moisés y de todos los profetas, explicándoles lo que las Escrituras decían acerca de él mismo.
1. La Biblia dice que en el centro del mal funcionamiento del mundo hay un problema llamado .
2. “Shalom” era como ser el mundo si el pecado no se hubiera salido con la suya.
3. “¿Y si Mi crucifixión no es la derrota de Roma—sobre Mí—sino en sí derrota de Roma—y del mal—y del pecado—y de la culpa—y de la muerte?”
H. Lucas 24:26 (NTV) “¿Acaso no profetizaron claramente que el Mesías tendría que sufrir todas esas cosas antes de entrar en su gloria?”
I. Lucas 24:28-32 (NTV) 28Para entonces ya estaban cerca de Emaús y del final del viaje. Jesús hizo como que iba a seguir adelante, 29 pero ellos le suplicaron: “Quédate con nosotros esta noche, ya que se está haciendo tarde”. Entonces los acompañó a la casa. 30 Al sentarse a comer, tomó el pan y lo bendijo. Luego lo partió y se lo dio a ellos. 31 De pronto, se les abrieron los ojos y lo reconocieron. Y, en ese instante, Jesús desapareció. 32 Entonces se dijeron el uno al otro: “¿No ardía nuestro corazón cuando nos hablaba en el camino y nos explicaba las Escrituras?”
1. No es solamente que en Jesús, Dios . ¡Es también que en Jesús, Dios !
J. Lucas 24:33a (NTV) En menos de una hora, estaban de regreso a Jerusalén.
1. ¡Y la cosa maravillosa es que Jesús usa esas pequeñas historias improbables—como la tuya—y las entreteje a !
2. ¡Le a !
3. ¡No podemos nosotros mismos!
II. Conclusión
When you think about suffering, what comes to mind? Do you envision bedraggled children with distended stomachs, a hospital patient hooked up to life-sustaining medical equipment, or a courageous veteran dealing with the aftermath of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Adversity seems to be a common denominator to human existence, but what does the Bible have to say about suffering?
Jesus spoke to His disciples about suffering. One of the most well-known verses reads, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24 ESV). The Greek word for cross in this verse is staurós. It refers to the crossbeam which the lowest criminals carried as they trudged toward their execution. The cross symbolized degradation and indescribable pain as well as sacrifice.
While the invitation to eternal life is free, it comes at a price–certain suffering.
Icebreaker: Share one thing that helps you remember the power of Jesus’ death in your daily life.
Sermon Title: “The Death of Jesus” – Colossians 2
Group Discussion:
Read Colossians 2:13 – We were dead because of our sins, but our death died. Since our spiritual death was nailed to the cross with Jesus, what does it mean to truly live as someone who is no longer dead in sin? How should knowing that our “old self” died with Jesus impact the way we handle guilt, temptation, and our sense of purpose. Discuss ways to share these “death dying” truths with others.
Read Colossians 2:13b-14 & Hebrews 8:12 – Jesus cancelled our sin-debt. Based on this truth, what should it look like in our daily lives to truly live in the freedom of His forgiveness? Discuss how there may be instances where we are still behaving like our debt is not paid. We know that Satan attacks us with falsehoods even though he has no authority, so how can we stay rooted in Jessus’ victory?
Read John 12:31-32, John 16:7-11, & Colossians 2:15 – Jesus renders our enemy powerless. When Satan attacks us through accusations and shame, what are some typical, unhealthy ways we might respond? Discuss how instead of listening to the voice of condemnation, we can learn to stand firm on Jesus’ truths. Share examples of healthy, biblically founded responses to Satan’s attacks.
Read Colossians 2:11-12 – We can be rooted in Jesus’ death on the Cross and rooted in Jesus’ victory over the grave. How does your personal understanding of Jesus’ sacrifice and victory shape the way you share the gospel with others? Discuss ways we can maintain boundaries but still be transparent and authentic in sharing with others how Jesus has rescued us from Satan’s grip. What parts of your own story could help others see the power of Jesus’ death and resurrection?
Spiritual Discipline: Review resources for this series at: Church Center / Home / Sermon Resources on our Church app, including these resources: John Chapters 14 & 15 Scripture & Commentary. During this sermon series, we encourage people to study John chapters 14, 15, 16, & 17.
Action Steps: When we come to faith in Jesus and surrender through baptism, Satan must release us; he has no authority, and we can become secure and mature in our faith because of Jesus’ victory. (1) Reflect Daily: Take time each day to remember that Jesus’ death and resurrection have already secured your victory over sin and the enemy, (2) Stand Firm: When the enemy reminds you of failures, counter with the truth of Jesus’ forgiveness and victory, and (3) Share Boldly: Look for opportunities to share your story of redemption emphasizing Jesus’ sacrifice and victory over sin.
When you think about suffering, what comes to mind? Do you envision bedraggled children with distended stomachs, a hospital patient hooked up to life-sustaining medical equipment, or a courageous veteran dealing with the aftermath of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Adversity seems to be a common denominator to human existence, but what does the Bible have to say about suffering?
Jesus spoke to His disciples about suffering. One of the most well-known verses reads, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24 ESV). The Greek word for cross in this verse is staurós. It refers to the crossbeam which the lowest criminals carried as they trudged toward their execution. The cross symbolized degradation and indescribable pain as well as sacrifice.
While the invitation to eternal life is free, it comes at a price–certain suffering.
When you think about suffering, what comes to mind? Do you envision bedraggled children with distended stomachs, a hospital patient hooked up to life-sustaining medical equipment, or a courageous veteran dealing with the aftermath of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Adversity seems to be a common denominator to human existence, but what does the Bible have to say about suffering?
Jesus spoke to His disciples about suffering. One of the most well-known verses reads, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24 ESV). The Greek word for cross in this verse is staurós. It refers to the crossbeam which the lowest criminals carried as they trudged toward their execution. The cross symbolized degradation and indescribable pain as well as sacrifice.
While the invitation to eternal life is free, it comes at a price–certain suffering.
When you think about suffering, what comes to mind? Do you envision bedraggled children with distended stomachs, a hospital patient hooked up to life-sustaining medical equipment, or a courageous veteran dealing with the aftermath of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Adversity seems to be a common denominator to human existence, but what does the Bible have to say about suffering?
Jesus spoke to His disciples about suffering. One of the most well-known verses reads, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24 ESV). The Greek word for cross in this verse is staurós. It refers to the crossbeam which the lowest criminals carried as they trudged toward their execution. The cross symbolized degradation and indescribable pain as well as sacrifice.
While the invitation to eternal life is free, it comes at a price–certain suffering.
Las familias son complicadas
Cómo lidiar con tu pasado
I. Introducción
A. Algunas de las cosas equivocadas que hacemos desaparecen.
B. ¡El no sana todas las culpas!
C. Génesis 42:1-23 (NTV)
II. Lo que no debes hacer con tu pasado
A. No lo
1. ¡Encubrirlo !
B. No te enfoques en a
1. ¡No hay un solo versículo—en toda la Biblia—que hable de a sí mismo!
2. I Juan 1:9 (NBLA) Si confesamos nuestros pecados, Él es fiel y justo para perdonarnos los pecados y para limpiarnos de toda maldad.
3. Efesios 4:32 (NBLA) Sean más bien amables unos con otros, misericordiosos, perdonándose unos a otros, así como también Dios los perdonó en Cristo.
4. ¡Porque el perdón es una transacción entre !
III. Cómo lídiar con la culpa de tu pasado
A. ¡Se lo a !
1. Proverbios 28:13 (NBLA) El que encubre sus pecados no prosperará, pero el que los confiesa y los abandona hallará misericordia.
2. I Juan 1:9 (NBLA) Si confesamos nuestros pecados, Él es fiel y justo para perdonarnos los pecados y para limpiarnos de toda maldad.
3. “Confesar” (“Homologeo”) – – “Decir la que otra persona”.
4. ¡No estamos “confesando” a menos que llamemos nuestro comportamiento de la misma manera que lo nombra!
5. Salmos 51:1 (NBLA) Ten piedad de mí, oh Dios, conforme a Tu misericordia; conforme a lo inmenso de Tu compasión, borra mis transgresiones.
B. ¡A veces es necesario a otra !
1. Santiago 5:16a (NBLA) Por tanto, confiésense sus pecados unos a otros, y oren unos por otros para que sean sanados.
2. Juan 20:23 (NBLA) “A quienes perdonen los pecados, estos les son perdonados; a quienes retengan los pecados, estos les son retenidos”.
C. A veces es necesario hacer una enmienda o
1. Génesis 42:24-28 (NTV)
2. Génesis 43:19-22 (NTV) 19Los hermanos se acercaron al administrador de la casa de José y hablaron con él en la entrada del palacio. 20 “Señor”, le dijeron, “ya vinimos a Egipto una vez a comprar alimento; 21 pero cuando íbamos de regreso a nuestra casa, nos detuvimos a pasar la noche y abrimos nuestros costales. Entonces descubrimos que el dinero de cada uno de nosotros—la cantidad exacta que habíamos pagado—¡estaba en la parte superior de cada costal! Aquí está, lo hemos traído con nosotros. 22 También trajimos más dinero para comprar más alimento. No tenemos idea de quién puso el dinero en nuestros costales”.
3. “Hagamos una lista de todas las personas a las que les hemos hecho daño y estemos dispuestos a compensarlas por todo ello”.
4. “Reparar directamente el daño causado a esas personas siempre que sea posible, excepto cuando el hacerlo las perjudique a ellas o a otros”.
D. Te
1. Génesis 44:10-16 (NTV)
2. Fue diseñado para ver si sus hermanos habían o no en los últimos 20 años.
3. ¡No importa qué estés—puedes darte la vuelta!
IV. Conclusión
When you think about suffering, what comes to mind? Do you envision bedraggled children with distended stomachs, a hospital patient hooked up to life-sustaining medical equipment, or a courageous veteran dealing with the aftermath of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Adversity seems to be a common denominator to human existence, but what does the Bible have to say about suffering?
Jesus spoke to His disciples about suffering. One of the most well-known verses reads, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24 ESV). The Greek word for cross in this verse is staurós. It refers to the crossbeam which the lowest criminals carried as they trudged toward their execution. The cross symbolized degradation and indescribable pain as well as sacrifice.
While the invitation to eternal life is free, it comes at a price–certain suffering.
When you think about suffering, what comes to mind? Do you envision bedraggled children with distended stomachs, a hospital patient hooked up to life-sustaining medical equipment, or a courageous veteran dealing with the aftermath of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Adversity seems to be a common denominator to human existence, but what does the Bible have to say about suffering?
Jesus spoke to His disciples about suffering. One of the most well-known verses reads, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me” (Matthew 16:24 ESV). The Greek word for cross in this verse is staurós. It refers to the crossbeam which the lowest criminals carried as they trudged toward their execution. The cross symbolized degradation and indescribable pain as well as sacrifice.
While the invitation to eternal life is free, it comes at a price–certain suffering.