http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com Meadowbrook Church Podcasts en Meadowbrook Church Podcasts Meadowbrook Church no Meadowbrook Church Sermons scott@meadowbrookchurch.com ℗ & © 2012 Meadowbrook Church 720 If God is the most important person in the universe then having relationship with Him would be the most important step of life. Along with the privilege of knowing God there are powerful and profound benefits to knowing God by following Christ. Discover the joy of being a Christ-follower. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-joy-of-being-a-christ-follower http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20120129message.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:08:17 GMT Bill Crews If God is the most important person in the universe then having relationship with Him would be the most important step of life. Along with the privilege of knowing God there are powerful and profound benefits to knowing God by following Christ. ... The President of the U.S. is arguably the most powerful person in the world. However, the President is not free to do whatever he wants since he can be impeached by Congress. God has no equal, no one to whom He is accountable and is not impeachable. Humanity is blessed because God is not only Sovereign but good. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-greatness-of-god-goodness http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20120122message.mp3 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:54:41 GMT Scott Brewer God is Great, God is Good God’s story is not one of creating and abdicating. Through His covenants God promises to not only be involved in our lives but to bring divine purpose. Literally everything we do and experience in the years of our lives matters and makes a difference. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-greatness-of-god-engagement http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20120115message.mp3 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 06:04:29 GMT Scott Brewer God is Great, God is Good When entering an agreement with another (a contract, marriage or partnership) the success of the agreement is dependent upon the commitment and trustworthiness of the participants. Examine the Scriptures and reflect on the character of God and His commitment toward us through His covenants. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-greatness-of-god-covenant http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20120108message.mp3 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 06:06:11 GMT Scott Brewer God is Great, God is Good For every design there is a designer. Launch into the New Year and the “Read the Bible” journey with reflections on the creative work of God. You’ll be awed and moved to extol, praise and worship God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-greatness-of-god-creation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20120101message.mp3 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 22:58:09 GMT Scott Brewer God is Great, God is Good Receiving and giving special gifts and being embraced by loved ones tend to dominate our hoped for Christmas experiences. At the heart of Christmas is having the greatness of God revealed so that we are overwhelmed and moved to worship the Living Lord. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/exaltation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111225message.mp3 Sun, 25 Dec 2011 02:53:29 GMT Scott Brewer The Heart of Christmas Angels. Virgin Mary. Baby Jesus. Wise Men. These are wonderful characters to a compelling story that has stood the test of time. But, is it true? How can you know? Discover how God has been confirming the reality of Christmas through the centuries. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/confirmation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111224message.mp3 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 23:14:09 GMT Scott Brewer The Heart of Christmas Christmas stories about reindeer, snowmen, elves and Grinches always end with sweet outcomes where everyone is warm and happy. In real life people hurt us and we hurt people. We hold grudges, resentments and bitterness. The Gospel is the powerful story of relationships made right, with God and each other. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/reconciliation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111218message.mp3 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:52:13 GMT Scott Brewer The Heart of Christmas Your calendar is loaded with parties, family gatherings and shopping. You’re pressed for time and headed toward exhaustion and wondering “Why do I do this every Christmas?” Reconnect with the reason for the season, enjoying Jesus’ forgiveness and freedom from guilt. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/salvation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111211message.mp3 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 23:50:43 GMT Scott Brewer The Heart of Christmas The economy is in the dump. My 401(k) has lost thousands of dollars. I’m not sure I’ll have a job next year. And now it’s Christmas! If you’re “joy-challenged” then rediscover what the celebration is all about. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/celebration http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111204message.mp3 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 06:02:08 GMT Scott Brewer The Heart of Christmas Life can get real simple when we’re neck-deep in trouble. Problems and injustices can cause us to get incredibly focused. The question is: “On what will we focus, and for what will we ask?” http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/one-thing-to-ask http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111127message.mp3 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 05:55:38 GMT James Appleby One Thing Do you work off of a “to Do” list? What’s at the top of the list? How do you prioritize? How do you say “no” to good but lesser things? Is the main thing the main thing? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/one-thing-to-do http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111120message.mp3 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 22:14:34 GMT Scott Brewer One Thing What’s your week like? Responsibilities; Obligations; Tasks; Favors. If you’re running around working, parenting, shopping, commuting, cheering ballgames and volunteering you’re no doubt wondering how can you get it all done and is it sustainable? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/one-thing-is-necessary http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111113message.mp3 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 22:07:03 GMT Scott Brewer One Thing Where should I go to school? Whom should I marry? What career? When should I buy or sell? There are so many questions and so many things to figure out. What if there really is just one thing to know? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/one-thing-to-know http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111106message.mp3 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 22:04:41 GMT Scott Brewer One Thing Two of the international missionaries that we support are Andy and Kay Martin. Residing in London and providing pastoral support for missions personnel all over Europe, you’ll be inspired and encouraged to see and hear how God has been at work in people and places for which you’ve been praying the past two years. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/special-guest-andy-kaye-martin http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111030message.mp3 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 03:46:46 GMT Andy & Kaye Martin Two of the international missionaries that we support are Andy and Kay Martin. Residing in London and providing pastoral support for missions personnel all over Europe, you’ll be inspired and encouraged to see and hear how God has been at work in ... One ancient follower of Jesus confessed, “Lord, I believe. Help my unbelief.” There are times when we believe in Jesus, believe His promises, teachings and warnings. Then “life happens” and our beliefs can be shaken. How do we follow God when our conviction falters? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/following-god-with-faltering-conviction http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111023message.mp3 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 03:24:08 GMT Scott Brewer The Courage to Follow God What has God been doing in your life over the past twelve months? Is there an identified step that you’re taking in order to cooperate with God’s work in you? Is there a “next step” that you’re moving toward? Let’s gather for worship and move forward into the next chapter. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/looking-back-looking-forward http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111016message.mp3 Sun, 16 Oct 2011 04:22:14 GMT Scott Brewer What has God been doing in your life over the past twelve months? Is there an identified step that you’re taking in order to cooperate with God’s work in you? Is there a “next step” that you’re moving toward? Let’s gather for worship and ... Following God sometimes seems like a lonely experience and in fact we endanger ourselves in ways God doesn’t intend if we do “go it alone”. Instead, God has designed us for powerful connection with Himself and with significant others so that we’re fortified in the face of life’s challenges. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/following-god-into-fortifying-connections http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111009message.mp3 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 05:24:50 GMT Scott Brewer The Courage to Follow God Being a family is more challenging and complex than in previous generations. Not only do we need courage but we need generous amounts of wisdom, grace and humility. The questions are will we risk doing right things, confess where we fail and give and receive forgiveness with one another? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/following-god-into-family-challenges http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20111002message.mp3 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 06:23:46 GMT Scott Brewer The Courage to Follow God Following God is not for the squeamish. One will often have to fight for his marriage, fight for her children, fight for truth, justice and for the powerless. Where does one gain discernment as to when or how to fight? We find guidance and courage in our relationship with God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/following-god-into-fearsome-conflicts http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110925message.mp3 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 21:29:17 GMT Scott Brewer The Courage to Follow God Following God takes us into circumstances that don’t just tweak our lives but transform. Life change calls for courage and courage calls for trust in God. Find out what it takes to let go of status quo and to go with God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/following-god-into-foreign-circumstances http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110918message.mp3 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:58:32 GMT Scott Brewer The Courage to Follow God Serious times call for serious disciples. What will tat look like right here, right now, in a Post-9/11 world? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/resident-aliens-discipleship-in-a-post-911-world http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110911message.mp3 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 22:02:27 GMT James Appleby Serious times call for serious disciples. What will tat look like right here, right now, in a Post-9/11 world? Every Church has influence. The question is whether our influence is positive and helpful for the purposes of Christ. Influence is a matter of stewardship; the Church is accountable to God for how she uses her influence. What needs to happen differently regarding the Church’s influence? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-church-is-influencing http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110904message.mp3 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:16:18 GMT Scott Brewer Being Church Does the Church matter? Has the Church’s message made a difference in history? What would our culture look like without the Church? Why does the Church seem irrelevant to some? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-church-is-relevant http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110828message.mp3 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 19:58:03 GMT Scott Brewer Being Church The Church is to be full of grace and truth. Do you think that the Church leans more toward one than the other? Who is the Church for? Have you ever had a bad experience with the Church that made you want to quit? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-church-is-controversial http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110821message.mp3 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 06:24:35 GMT Scott Brewer Being Church What does it mean to be a “bold” Christian? Who is the boldest Christian you know? Are you tempted to “play it safe” when it comes to living out your faith? Do you sometimes act like a “secret Christian”? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-church-is-risking http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110814message.mp3 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 17:10:51 GMT Scott Brewer Being Church How would you characterize the content of your prayers? Are your prayers mostly about you or your loved ones? Do you ask God to do “big” or “bold” things regarding His mission and the expanse of His kingdom? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-church-is-praying http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110807message.mp3 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 02:35:05 GMT Scott Brewer Being Church What is the Church? Is it a building? Is it a system of ecclesiastical procedures and practices? Would you be surprised to know that from the earliest days of her beginning the Church is a movement? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-church-is-moving http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110731message.mp3 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 05:53:58 GMT Scott Brewer Being Church Christians that Make a Difference http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/christians-that-make-a-difference http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110724message.mp3 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 04:53:04 GMT Scott Brewer Christians that Make a Difference Storms happen. Jesus’ conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount tells us how to survive, even thrive, in the midst of the storm. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/life-on-the-rock http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110717message.mp3 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 04:03:21 GMT James Appleby Journey Inward, Journey Outward. Nothing clarifies life like the reality of our mortality. The life and death of Moses point to the priorities and purposes of a life well-lived. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/when-life-becomes-intentional http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110710message.mp3 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:41:08 GMT James Appleby Journey Inward, Journey Outward. As we take Communion today, “. . .we proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.” What does it mean to live in the time between the times of the First and Second Coming of Jesus Christ? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-great-parenthesis http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110703message.mp3 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 02:12:51 GMT James Appleby Journey Inward, Journey Outward. Even a spiritual superhero like Elijah experienced a time when life seemed to overwhelm him. How does God work and what do we do “When the Journey Becomes Too Much?" http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/when-the-journey-becomes-too-much http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110626message.mp3 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 01:25:08 GMT James Appleby Journey Inward, Journey Outward. A reliable map is essential to a successful journey. This beloved Psalm reminds us that such a map will lead us to follow “In the Steps of the Shepherd." http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/in-the-steps-of-the-shepherd http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110619message.mp3 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 22:29:26 GMT James Appleby Journey Inward, Journey Outward. We are called to make of our lives “something beautiful for God” to quote Mother Theresa and Ephesians 2:10. The call of God to Moses, while unique to him, points to the places we must go to fashion of our lives our unique work of art to the glory of God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/something-beautiful http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110612message.mp3 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 16:58:36 GMT James Appleby Journey Inward, Journey Outward. “Food” is a way of referring to life’s necessities. Americans sometimes confuse luxuries or extras with necessities. What is it that you really need? How much or in what ways do you need God? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/for-our-food http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110605message.mp3 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 04:44:57 GMT Scott Brewer Praying Like Children Giving thanks is about gratitude. For what are you grateful? What are the good gifts that you treasure? How do you express and live gratefully? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/let-us-thank-him http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110529message.mp3 Sun, 29 May 2011 06:33:52 GMT Scott Brewer Praying Like Children There is a significant difference between knowing God and knowing about God. The former experientially knows the goodness of God. The latter declares God’s goodness out of a vague hope but often wonders. God is inviting us to know Him. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-is-good http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110522message.mp3 Sun, 22 May 2011 05:52:48 GMT Scott Brewer Praying Like Children Is it cliché to say “God is great” or is it your reality? Someone said, “We all have spiritual amnesia because we forget how great God is.” Let us remind ourselves (or discover) who God is and what God is like. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-is-great http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110515message.mp3 Sun, 15 May 2011 22:01:25 GMT Scott Brewer Praying Like Children Many have acknowledged that Jesus lived a good life and died an unjust death. Many have admired Jesus’ teaching and philosophy. Many even believe that Jesus performed miracles and was extraordinary. THE question is, “Do you believe that Jesus rose from the dead?” http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/why-did-jesus-rise http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110508message.mp3 Sun, 08 May 2011 00:29:12 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life Why did Jesus have to die? We forgive people that have wronged us and we don’t have to die in order to forgive. Why couldn’t Jesus just look at people and say “I forgive you” without dying? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/why-did-jesus-die http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110501message.mp3 Sun, 01 May 2011 03:52:25 GMT Scott Brewer Am I Good Enough? Christians claim that only those who believe in Jesus can go to heaven? Is that true? Is that fair? Can something be true and not fair? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/is-god-fair http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110424message.mp3 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 22:29:55 GMT Scott Brewer Am I Good Enough? Is there really just one way to heaven? Doesn’t it make sense that a good God who lives in a good heaven would populate it with good people, no matter their religion? Don’t all paths eventually lead to God and heaven if one is good? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/do-good-people-go-to-heaven http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110417message.mp3 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 05:03:31 GMT Scott Brewer Am I Good Enough? Why is there evil in the world? How are we supposed to deal with evil? What happens when Christians fail to face evil in God given ways? Discover how God has equipped us to be able to stand in difficult times. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/facing-the-invisible-opposition http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110410message.mp3 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 03:51:35 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That What does the Bible have to say about your marriage? Does God have any thoughts on parenting? What about relating to your boss at work? This service will focus on God’s wisdom for our experience in these relational arenas. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/following-the-relational-prescription http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110403message.mp3 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 04:56:40 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That Twenty-first century America is a sexualized culture. We market, entertain and medicate pain with sex. We misuse, abuse and confuse God’s holy designs for sex. This service is rated “PG” and parents should determine whether their children should join them in this biblical discussion. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/authentic-imitation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110327message.mp3 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 04:48:08 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/world-christian-emphasis-2011 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110320message.mp3 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 07:31:49 GMT Scott Wood World Christian Emphasis If someone received a new kidney or lung by surgical transplantation, how would you know if the procedure was successful? The appropriate functioning of newly transplanted organs is the same evidence that one has when one has received the new heart and life of Christ. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/transformed-living http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110313message.mp3 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 18:57:24 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That What does the Bible say about God, Christ, faith, baptism, and spiritual gifts? Why do some Christians remain uninformed and unchanged? How can one get unstuck in faith? Getting unstuck is related to character development and receiving the ministry of Christian leaders in my life. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/equipping-growth http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110306message.mp3 Sun, 06 Mar 2011 00:45:22 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That When clouds move in, the temperature drops, and the wind picks up, you know that you’re about to experience a thunderstorm. When God’s love meets God’s power in the heart of a believer, you’re about to experience a hurricane of doxology. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/forecasting-doxology http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110227message.mp3 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 16:58:08 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That Wouldn’t it be great if there were electronic arrows pointing to God and clearing up the mystery surrounding Him? What if such arrows do exist, and what if we’re planted right in the middle of that? This passage explores what the Bible means by “mystery,” and how our life purpose is informed by it. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-meaning-of-mystery http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110220message.mp3 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 06:30:32 GMT James Appleby Following Christ: There’s an App For That . Ever get “sideways” in a relationship and fear that it couldn’t be repaired? If relational light breaks through the cracks it stirs hope for reconciliation. Jesus is our hope for reconciliation with God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/accessing-hope http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110213message.mp3 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 06:23:17 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That reconciliation,hope_in_christ,heavenly_citizen . From the darkness of a theater to the light of day, so transformative is the Christian’s story of poverty to riches in the life and blessings of Jesus. Check out how Jesus applies His riches to our lives. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/acquiring-wealth http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110206message.mp3 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 04:45:02 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That grace,mercy,new_birth Have you ever had a great teacher, great coach, or great boss? You received inspiration, wise guidance, positive correction and empowerment. Following Christ taps into the greatness of God and His “glorious inheritance” for you. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/tapping-greatness http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110130message.mp3 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 06:06:59 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That What if there were a phone app that could provide you with security and a sense of belonging? Better than that is the desire that the eternal God has for a loving relationship with you. In fact, He’d like to adopt you into His family forever. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/activating-security http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110123message.mp3 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 06:02:03 GMT Scott Brewer Following Christ: There’s an App For That predestination,adoption,redemption,forgiveness,inheritance Solomon, the wisest man in history had a lot to say on the subject of time and he was well acquainted with how life can be rendered meaningless. Consider the wisdom of Solomon as to how to make each day count. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/beyond-days-into-eternity http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110116message.mp3 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 16:53:11 GMT Scott Brewer The Time of Your Life There never seems to be enough time to get it all done. How can we possibly accomplish all that we need to do? At the end of the day, week or month there are always important things left undone. How can we get the most out of our time? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/some-days-are-more-important http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110109message.mp3 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 06:41:07 GMT Scott Brewer The Time of Your Life Time is our most valuable asset. We wear watches, we glance at the clock so that we don’t lose track of time. Yet there is something more important than knowing what time it is…it is knowing what to do with our time. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/your-days-are-numbered http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20110102message.mp3 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 08:06:59 GMT Scott Brewer The Time of Your Life After an explanation your professor or doctor has asked, “Do you understand?” You nod and say you do but feel confused and unclear. Regretting that you didn’t ask for more explanation you move ahead with uncertainty. Discover how to go about understanding the things of God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/knowing-is-not-understanding http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101226message.mp3 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 21:52:30 GMT Scott Brewer Stories for the Season You lost your keys, your wallet, an important phone number or sometimes your mind. Have you ever felt like you’ve lost God and can’t find Him? Jesus told a story that will open your eyes to God’s presence. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/a-needle-in-a-haystack http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101224message.mp3 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 21:41:06 GMT Scott Brewer Stories for the Season Remember that awful feeling of needing to wake up early in order to be somewhere and sleeping through the alarm? You plummet emotionally when it sinks in that the meeting or opportunity was missed. How bad would it be to miss an appointment with God? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/sleeping-through-christmas http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101219message.mp3 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 20:06:19 GMT Scott Brewer Stories for the Season Office parties, kid’s parties, social engagements, “Tis the season” for parties. Do you find yourself looking for ways to excuse yourself from some parties? What would you do if God threw a party and invited you? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/a-party-not-to-be-missed http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101212message.mp3 Sun, 12 Dec 2010 16:44:11 GMT Scott Brewer Stories for the Season Do you sometimes feel that God isn’t fair? Does it bother you if God blesses someone else in a way that you wanted to be blessed but weren’t? Listen to a story by Jesus and discover what is going on with you and God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/mirror-mirror-on-the-wall http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101205message.mp3 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 08:31:40 GMT Scott Brewer Stories for the Season Is going to "church" and being a "Christian" enough, or does God want more for us than salvation and the American dream? Let’s look at the book of Acts and find out what happened to the "church" in the first century when they began to live out the mission of God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/scatter-by-faith-on-mission http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101128message.mp3 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 18:05:32 GMT Bobby Higginbotham Is going to "church" and being a "Christian" enough, or does God want more for us than salvation and the American dream? Let’s look at the book of Acts and find out what happened to the "church" in the first century ... Christ followers have been filled by God with world impacting potential. Christ in you is greater than that which is in the world. Discover how God is about changing everything around you by what is inside you. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/growing-where-youre-planted http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101121message.mp3 Sun, 21 Nov 2010 18:34:59 GMT Scott Brewer Stories for the Season Most of us long for instant gratification in our ‘microwaveable’ world. When the development of a plan takes too long we lose confidence that it will come to pass. Observe in Jesus how divine timing is involved in our daily circumstances. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/theres-a-time-for-everything http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101114message.mp3 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 18:34:18 GMT Scott Brewer Stories for the Season What is it that God wants from people? How can we know what God wants? Discover the call that God has issued to us and the response that He is expecting. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/call--response http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/201011107message.mp3 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 20:08:52 GMT Scott Brewer What is it that God wants from people? How can we know what God wants? Discover the call that God has issued to us and the response that He is expecting. The Life That Endures http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-live-that-endures http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101031message.mp3 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 20:44:55 GMT James Appleby The Life That Endures The longer the Apostle Paul followed Christ the more a sinner he considered Himself to be. How does one grow in faith and holiness and yet find oneself more a sinner than before? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-believers-lifetime-journey http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101024message.mp3 Sun, 24 Oct 2010 23:43:04 GMT Scott Brewer Going Deeper with God Have you ever been frustrated with God? Have you expected God to do one thing only for Him to do another and you’ve become angry or disappointed with God? God has answers for life’s perplexities and they will surprise you. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/gods-answer-to-lifes-perplexities http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101017message.mp3 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 18:42:05 GMT Scott Brewer Going Deeper with God http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/answering-hard-questions-about-god http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101010message.mp3 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 04:14:40 GMT Scott Brewer Going Deeper with God With every relationship if one wants to deepen the connection there is a process that one engages. The process usually includes communication, trust and some sacrifice. Discover how to deepen your relationship with God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-relational-process-between-god--man http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20101003message.mp3 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 16:06:52 GMT Scott Brewer Going Deeper with God There’s a saying that if you can’t figure something out then don’t forget to check the owner’s manual. Have you figured out how your life is supposed to work? The owner’s manual is the book God has given us called the Bible. Find out what the “Book” says about your design and function. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/better-understanding-of-self http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100926message.mp3 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 20:45:46 GMT Scott Brewer Going Deeper with God When you think about God what adjectives or characteristics come to mind? Power? Wisdom? Grace? Perhaps some think mysterious or even harsh or too demanding. One of the descriptors often used in the Bible is holy. Discover what it means that God is holy. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/getting-to-know-god http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100919message.mp3 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 21:05:49 GMT Scott Brewer Going Deeper with God Moses’ farewell address counsels:  “Before you forget your future, pause to ponder your past.”  We’ll consider the question,  “How do we positively process our past in order to forge a most fruitful future?” http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/remember http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100912message.mp3 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 23:55:22 GMT James Appleby Moses’ farewell address counsels:  “Before you forget your future, pause to ponder your past.”  We’ll consider the question,  “How do we positively process our past in order to forge a most fruitful future?” TBD http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/evidences-of-following-christ http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100905message.mp3 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 23:27:25 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus Do you hear opinions and views that are contradictory to what Jesus said and lived? Do you sometimes wonder how to react in the moment? Learn how to respond by Jesus’ encounters with His critics. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/responding-to-the-critics-of-christ http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100829message.mp3 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 23:10:50 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus Does it sometimes seem like the church is full of rules? What are we supposed to do with our time, our money, our use of abilities and talents? Jesus’ life and teaching bring clarity to all of these issues. The Lord’s Supper will be observed in this service. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/rightly-defining-issues-by-christ http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100822message.mp3 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 19:40:43 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus Do you know what Jesus said about life and death? Have you personally weighed Jesus’ teaching and determined how you will live in light of Christ? The outcomes of these decisions are profound and eternal. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/clarifying-the-pronouncements-of-christ http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100815message.mp3 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 02:57:46 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-can-a-loving-god-send-anyone-to-hell http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100808message.mp3 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 19:35:26 GMT James Appleby Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus Parenting provides the prospect of great pleasure and intense pain—but there is no greater assignment in life.  The GOOD NEWS FOR CHALLENGING TIMES is that we can look to the Bible for help from God in embracing this assignment. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/a-grandfathers-guide-to-parenting-reflections-from-the-front-lines http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100801message.mp3 Sun, 01 Aug 2010 20:48:26 GMT James Appleby Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus Life is not a sprint; it is a marathon. The GOOD NEWS FOR CHALLENGING TIMES is that we can learn from Jesus how to develop endurance, one day at a time. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-run-the-marathon http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100725message.mp3 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 20:18:25 GMT James Appleby Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus Is it hard for you to remain faithful to God’s work in your life during times of difficulty? Do you question “why” God does or doesn’t do certain things? Discover from the example of John the Baptist how to stay aligned with Jesus. The Lord’s Supper will be observed in this service. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/double-checking-my-view-of-christ http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100718message.mp3 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:07:24 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Finding Alignment with Jesus Whenever we contemplate doing something that is difficult or painful we wonder, “Is it worth it?” There is a price to pay when following Jesus and sometimes it is risky, dangerous and full of hurt. Discover what Jesus said about the reward that comes with living out His mission. Recording artist Christi Harper will perform a mini-concert in this service. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-culmination-of-jesus-mission http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100711message.mp3 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:26:24 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times- Engaging the Mission of Jesus Following Christ is not a sedative that calms us down and brings a peace without turmoil. Rather being on mission with Christ is disruptive and disturbing. It is sometimes divisive and always defining. Will you engage the conflict that comes with Jesus’ mission? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-conflict-in-jesus-mission http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100704message.mp3 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 03:25:45 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times- Engaging the Mission of Jesus Courage is not the absence of fear but the willingness to move through one’s fears. Most likely you would overcome your fears in order to save a loved one from a deadly circumstance. How does one become courageous in the mission of Christ? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/courage-needed-for-jesus-mission http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100627message.mp3 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 06:40:12 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times- Engaging the Mission of Jesus A dangerous way to live is to follow Jesus in doing His mission. If you’re looking for safety and security from the risks of life, following Jesus is not the way. Join us in this gathering to discover the costs and determine if you’re willing to pay the price. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-cost-of-jesus-mission http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100620message.mp3 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 02:20:41 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times- Engaging the Mission of Jesus Do you have a mission that is worth spending your one and only life for? Are you daily challenged to stretch beyond current capacities as you live your mission? Will your life mission matter beyond your lifetime? All of these answers are “yes” when you follow Jesus in His mission. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-call-to-jesus-mission http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100613message.mp3 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:23:30 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times- Engaging the Mission of Jesus Life is harsh and can leave a person wrecked. How does one rebuild and start over again after wreckage? Is it possible to move from a bandaged life to wholeness and wellness? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-has-authority-to-restore http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100606message.mp3 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 05:20:22 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Jesus Has the Authority and Power Historically the religious were frequently surprised by the company that Jesus would keep. Jesus had keen insight into the state of one’s heart that went beyond religious practices. Discover what it is that makes one acceptable to Christ. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-has-authority-to-justify http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100530message.mp3 Sun, 30 May 2010 05:47:45 GMT James Appleby Good News for Challenging Times-Jesus Has the Authority and Power If you wanted to have a complete and total “character make-over” what would it take? To get beneath mere behavior modification or good behavior requires a remade “hard-drive” and all the hard wiring connected to it. What does one do with the powerful influences of life? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-has-authority-to-transform http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100523message.mp3 Sun, 23 May 2010 06:36:21 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Jesus Has the Authority and Power If Jesus were to call disciples today what kind of people would He call? What is a disciple and what is required? Why would someone choose not to follow Christ? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-has-authority-to-call-followers http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100516message.mp3 Sun, 16 May 2010 05:29:48 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Jesus Has the Authority and Power Biblical stories tell of Jesus healing people of various diseases. What are we to make of those stories today? How do we reconcile the idea of miracles with science and medicine? Is it legitimate to pray for health today? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-has-authority-to-deliver http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100509message.mp3 Sun, 09 May 2010 06:27:29 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Jesus Has the Authority and Power Do you believe in heaven and hell? If so then you desire heaven and want to avoid hell. How can one know with confidence what his or her destiny will be? Find out what Jesus has to say about eternity. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/-jesus-wisdom-displayed-in-eternal-destinies http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100502message.mp3 Sun, 02 May 2010 20:12:52 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times - Learning From Jesus the Teacher If life is a journey, where are you headed? What are the mile posts that mark the journey? How do you avoid taking wrong turns? Discover Jesus’ wisdom for every step of the way. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-wisdom-about-lifes-journey http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100425message.mp3 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 06:30:53 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times - Learning From Jesus the Teacher Did you ever pray about something and not get an answer? Did you ask in prayer more than once? Did you ask more than 20 times? Is God reluctant or slow to answer prayers? Get a clear understanding of God’s purposes in our prayers. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/-jesus-wisdom-about-prayer http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100418message.mp3 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 15:43:37 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times - Learning From Jesus the Teacher Have you ever been unfairly judged by someone? Ever struggled with being judgmental yourself? Judging others is quickly moving to the top of the list of our culture’s most reviled issues. Discover what does the Bible say about judging? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-wisdom-about-judging http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100411message.mp3 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 05:14:40 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times - Learning From Jesus the Teacher 30:58 The resurrection of Christ has the power to change the world. The question is “Has it changed your life?” Find out how that happens and what difference it makes that Jesus conquered death. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-came-to-conquer-death http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100404message.mp3 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 15:54:26 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Rescued by the Passion of Jesus 35:17 The resurrection of Christ has the power to change the world. The question is “Has it changed your life?” Find out how that happens and what difference it makes that Jesus conquered death. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-came-to-pay-the-price http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100402message.mp3 Fri, 02 Apr 2010 16:02:47 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 34:33 Where are you going? How are you going to get there? These are two of life’s most important questions. Failure to properly answer these questions leads to purposeless existence. Find out how to follow Jesus who shows us the way. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-came-to-show-the-way http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100328message.mp3 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 05:00:39 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Rescued by the Passion of Jesus 40:58 How’s your vision? Not the kind of vision that can be tested with an eye chart but the vision that sees from the heart? Can you see people and circumstances from God’s perspective? Discover how Jesus came to heal our blindness. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-came-to-give-sight-to-the-blind http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100321message.mp3 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:53:39 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times-Rescued by the Passion of Jesus 31:28 Do you worry about relationships? About money? About work? Aside from worry not helping, how much does worry hurt? Discover why and how you can trust God about your life and live with greater peace and contentment. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-live-contentedly http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100314message.mp3 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 05:28:38 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 36:15 Living life well is a matter of focus. Upon whom or what are you focused? If you’re focused upon the “American dream” or simply upon making self happy you will miss life at its best. Following and focusing upon Jesus teaches and trains us to live the life God gives. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-live-wisely http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100307message.mp3 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 07:35:39 GMT Dale Braswell Good News for Challenging Times 37:24 Want to listen to music or make a telephone call? The popular means is the i-Pod or i-Phone. Notice the “i”. If life falls into i-Marriage, i-Work or i-Play then life is full of pr“i”de. Pride “E”dges “G”od “O”ut (ego) of life and leads to certain fall. Discover how to live humbly. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-live-humbly http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100228message.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 07:40:43 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 38:47 What’s the secret of developing a loving marriage that lasts a lifetime? How about becoming a person who keeps his word or forgives others well or even can bless his enemies? Learn from Jesus how to live a life that is full of grace and thereby empowered for life’s great challenges http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-live-gracefully http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100221message.mp3 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 05:08:56 GMT James Appleby Good News for Challenging Times 42:08 Virtue is more than moral goodness. Virtue is living with a character of excellence. Jesus is the definition and picture of excellence. Discover how Christ gives us a virtuous life like His own. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-live-virtuously http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100214message.mp3 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 03:21:38 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 35:18 If you were to daily follow Bill Gates you’d likely learn about life in the world of technology. If you followed a Senator or an actor you’d learn about doing life in the worlds of Washington D.C. or Hollywood. Following Jesus teaches you to live like a citizen of heaven though you’re still in this world. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-live-a-blessed-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100207message.mp3 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:48:56 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 32:01 Need a miracle? What if Jesus invited you to ask Him to do something for you or someone you love? Discover what is a miracle and when it is that Jesus does them. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-is-powerful http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100131message.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 03:20:57 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 44:32 What if Jesus cares about every aspect, even the smallest details, of my life? What if Jesus has plans and a purpose for my life? Learn to discern the work of Jesus in you and how to follow Him. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-is-purposeful http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100124message.mp3 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 19:39:22 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 46:13 We name our favorite desserts in the spirit of temptations (i.e.: Devil’s food cake, decadent chocolate). Yet, temptations hold the potential to destroy our lives and wreck havoc all around. Discover how Jesus prevails over temptation. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-prevails http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100117message.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:38:56 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 40:41 What’s going to happen to my job? To the economy? To health care? These are uncertain times. Does God really pay attention to such earthly things and does He care? Find out what the Bible says about His presence and His plans. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/jesus-is-present http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100110message.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 19:38:19 GMT Scott Brewer Good News for Challenging Times 38:48 When 2009 closes, we will have invested 8,760 hours of our lives in it. Those hours cannot be recovered – or can they? What can the Bible tell us about leveraging those hours toward a fruitful new beginning in 2010? This will be our guiding question as we search the Scriptures the next two Sundays. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/a-fruitful-new-beginning-part-2 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20100103message.mp3 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 22:01:10 GMT James Appleby A Fruitful New Beginning 40:07 When 2009 closes, we will have invested 8,760 hours of our lives in it. Those hours cannot be recovered – or can they? What can the Bible tell us about leveraging those hours toward a fruitful new beginning in 2010? This will be our guiding question as we search the Scriptures the next two Sundays. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/a-fruitful-new-beginning-part-1 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091227message.mp3 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 23:27:34 GMT James Appleby A Fruitful New Beginning 36:26 Most know the facts about Jesus; born in Bethlehem; raised in Nazareth; baptized by John in the Jordan River; died on a cross outside of Jerusalem; raised from the dead. Knowing the facts is not the same as knowing Jesus as SAVIOR. Draw close to Jesus in this worship gathering. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/all-i-want-for-christmas-is-a-savior http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091224message.mp3 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 04:43:55 GMT Scott Brewer All I Want For Christmas is… 13:51 Pressures, stress, anxiety, worry, disappointments, discouragement, despair. In the English language 68% of the words that describe emotion are negative. The birth of Christ declared that life is to be full of JOY. Find out how knowing Jesus results in your happiness. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/all-i-want-for-christmas-is-joy http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091220message.mp3 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:03:34 GMT Scott Brewer All I Want For Christmas is… 36:23 “All I want is some peace” cries the harried parent, hassled employee or hurried shopper. Is peace possible with economic losses, uncertain healthcare and threats of terrorism? What is peace and how does one live in peace? Discover the gift of PEACE that Christ gives. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/all-i-want-for-christmas-is-peace http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091213message.mp3 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:23:18 GMT Scott Brewer All I Want For Christmas is… 30:34 Do you believe that life travels in circles or a straight line? Is (your) life going nowhere or somewhere? The birth of Christ invites a positive response to that question by offering the gift of HOPE. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/all-i-want-for-christmas-is-hope http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091206message.mp3 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:11:52 GMT James Appleby All I Want For Christmas is… 29:42 Some Christians claim that becoming wealthy is a sign of God’s blessing. Other Christians take vows of poverty and embrace an absence of money and possessions. Discover what the Bible says about our use of stuff. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-do-christians-enjoy-money--possessions http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091130message.mp3 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:12:35 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 42:14 Millions believe in reincarnation and karma. Millions believe in cessation and annihilation of human life after death. Still millions more believe in one life that is followed by eternity where one continues to live either in heaven or hell? Which is right and upon what basis does one make such a weighty decision? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/what-happens-when-life-is-over http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091122message.mp3 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:12:12 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 37:52 The world is full of needy, weak, poor, illiterate, diseased and dysfunctional people. It has always been that way. “Survival of the fittest” is the norm for species of life other than humans. Why should it be different for us? Why should we care and help those less fortunate? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/why-is-compassion-essential-to-christianity http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091115messsage.mp3 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:11:48 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 52:32 Some people can be so difficult that it seems that to be around them actually sucks life out of us. Is all human life of equal value? What’s the basis for evaluating a human life? What does God expect of us regarding our dealings with the lives of others? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/what-is-the-value-of-human-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091108message.mp3 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:11:27 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 31:08 Many have given up on the church complaining of hypocrisy, impotency, spiritual abuse and more. Are there good reasons for our involvement, service and commitment to a church? Find out if it is enough to merely believe, practice spirituality and be a good person. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-necessary-is-church http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091101message.mp3 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:11:06 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 38:26 Does your life matter? Who says? You say, “Life is just intrinsically valuable.” What’s the basis for such a claim? Discover what the Bible says about your worth and the connection your worth has to Jesus Christ. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/why-is-christ-central-to-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091025message.mp3 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 15:10:43 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 34:20 The Bible presents God as a father to children, a husband to a bride, a friend who is like a brother. Are these metaphors merely poetic or true reflections of the personal nature of God? Discover experientially how personal God is. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-personal-is-god http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091018message.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:10:11 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 39:00 Christianity is a faith that is rooted in the Bible. If the Bible is unreliable or something less than the inspired revelation of God then Christianity has a shaky foundation that may not deserve the allegiance of our lives. Find out if there are good reasons for the Bible to be authoritative. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/why-is-the-bible-authoritative http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091011message.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:09:47 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 30:09 To speak of being “saved” one presupposes that there is a need of saving those who are perishing. Discover why and what is meant when the Bible says that all are perishing, all need saving and only Christ can do the saving. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/what-is-salvation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20091004message.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 15:09:25 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 39:40 Popular culture sometimes refers to vague notions about a universal force, spirituality, energy fields, higher power, the “god that is within”, or “the man upstairs”. What are we to think about God? Discover what God says about Himself through the writings of the Bible. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/who-is-god http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090927message.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 15:08:42 GMT Scott Brewer Building Blocks of a Christ-like Life 44:15 Discontentment is based upon the belief that I lack or need something. God’s blessing for you is the promise that He will give you everything that you need. Find out how to live the contented life. Scripture: Philippians 4:11 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-bless-youwith-a-contented-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090920message.mp3 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 01:10:03 GMT Scott Brewer God Bless You :Living with God’s favor and provision 38:26 Experiencing the peace of God is not being without turmoil or difficulty. Rather the peace of God is a state of well-being in the midst of tumult. Discover the freedom that comes with following Christ. Scripture: Philippians 4:7 This will be a Baptism service http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-bless-youwith-a-serene-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090913message.mp3 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 01:08:45 GMT Scott Brewer God Bless You :Living with God’s favor and provision 39:01 Christianity differs from every other major religion in the world. Christianity is not about appeasing an angry god but rather having a relationship with the Living God. Find out all of the benefits of having a connection with Christ. Scripture: Philippians 3:8 This service will feature the Lord’s Supper http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-bless-youwith-a-connected-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090906message.mp3 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 01:07:39 GMT Scott Brewer God Bless You :Living with God’s favor and provision 28:27 When you begin following Christ none of your life experience is meaningless or without purpose. Understand the Biblical promise that God will use your “glad” times and “sad” times in ways that will bless you and others. Scripture: Philippians 1:12 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-bless-youwith-a-purposeful-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090830message.mp3 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:05:08 GMT Scott Brewer God Bless You :Living with God’s favor and provision 34:11 Most think that following Jesus is about going to heaven some day or at least living a better life here and now. Discover the Biblical teaching that God wants to bless you by you living the life that Christ lived. Scripture: Philippians 1:6 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-bless-youwith-a-changed-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090823message.mp3 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 01:05:45 GMT Scott Brewer God Bless You :Living with God’s favor and provision 36:04 What Christ Followers Can Expect In The Future http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/what-christ-followers-can-expect-in-the-future http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090816message.mp3 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 22:07:49 GMT Leon Hurley Sunday Sermons 35:15 Why are there so many different and varied practices in worship? Which are right? Are some wrong? What difference does it make if one worships God or not? Discover in this gathering what God is up to when we worship Him. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/worship-magnifying-god http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090802message.mp3 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 00:00:16 GMT Scott Brewer Sunday Sermons 37:59 The church in the city of Thessalonica was birthed in chaos, and yet thrived in the midst of it. Join us as we seek to learn from them how to ride the rapids of change. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/whitewater-rafting-riding-the-rapids-of-change- http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090728message.mp3 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 20:52:16 GMT James Appleby Sunday Sermons 28:33 If God invited you into a conversation would you want to sit down and talk with Him? Find out what prayer is and is not; what prayer can mean to you and to those for whom you pray; what prayer “factor” is essential. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/prayer-communicating-with-god- http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090719message.mp3 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 22:11:37 GMT Scott Brewer Sunday Sermons 33:45 God has a purpose and plan for His church. People can be self-willed. What happens when God’s will and the will of people conflict? Discover the benefits and practice of covenantal relationships and discipline. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-practice-of-church-discipline http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090712message.mp3 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 23:24:54 GMT Scott Brewer The Doctrine of the Church 33:39 Since the church is a living organism that the Bible refers to as a body, a church has either good or poor health. What are the characteristics of a healthy church and what danger is there when a church is sick? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/when-is-a-church-healthy http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090705message.mp3 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:23:29 GMT Scott Brewer The Doctrine of the Church 30:17 Why do churches have elders and other church leaders? How are leaders identified and who decides that they will lead? Learn about God’s prerequisites, processes and people that serve His church as leaders. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/who-leads-a-church http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/0090628message.mp3 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 23:19:56 GMT Scott Brewer The Doctrine of the Church 39:55 Since God intends that followers of Jesus will be a part of His church, how is that practically experienced and lived out? Find out why it matters which local expression of God’s church you connect with and what God’s intent is. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/what-is-this-church http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090621message.mp3 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 23:18:23 GMT Scott Brewer The Doctrine of the Church 41:10 There are many groupings of people that refer to themselves as “church”. Are they? What are the criteria for being a church and why does it matter? Find out why the Bible says that everyone needs to be a part of God’s church. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/what-is-the-church http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090614message.mp3 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:17:11 GMT Scott Brewer The Doctrine of the Church 34:38 God is an Author and life in this world is HIStory. Do you know what the story is? Do you know where you fit in the story? Are you playing your part? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-big-story- http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090607message.mp3 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 23:15:17 GMT Scott Brewer The Doctrine of the Church 37:16 Current culture quests for transcendence—to connect with Someone Greater than I who stands above current problems and pain. Worship connects us with our Transcendent God. What will that worship look like? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-quest-for-transcendence http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090531message.mp3 Sun, 31 May 2009 23:28:09 GMT James Appleby Current culture quests for transcendence—to connect with Someone Greater than I who stands above current problems and pain. Worship connects us with our Transcendent God. What will that worship look like? 32:29 Why do people get baptized? Who should be baptized? When is the right time and what is the right way for baptism to take place? Discover what the Bible has to say about these questions and more. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/baptism-identifying-with-god http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090524message.mp3 Sun, 24 May 2009 23:26:55 GMT Scott Brewer Why do people get baptized? Who should be baptized? When is the right time and what is the right way for baptism to take place? Discover what the Bible has to say about these questions and more. 28:05 What on earth is God doing? Few people on earth have been able to see what God is up to more than Jerry Rankin. As president of the International Mission Board, Dr. Rankin heads the largest Christian missionary force in the world. Don’t miss this unique, one time opportunity to hear a leading voice regarding Christ’s mission. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-mission-of-time http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090517message.mp3 Sun, 17 May 2009 17:14:06 GMT Jerry Rankin Learning to Live In Time 32:52 “Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them.” –Jesus, on His next to last day of life. Discover what “things” Jesus was referring to and how to do them. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-investment-of-time http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090510message.mp3 Sun, 10 May 2009 17:12:41 GMT Scott Brewer Learning to Live In Time 34:59 Within the pages of the Bible God has revealed to us His Person, His Promises, His Plans and His Perspective on what’s happening in our world and lives. Take a look at “today” through the lens of Scripture and seek God’s prescription for what “ails” us. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-understanding-of-time http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090503message.mp3 Sun, 03 May 2009 17:11:33 GMT Scott Brewer Learning to Live In Time 27:31 We cannot place tooth paste back in the tube from which we squeezed it out. Similarly God gives us resource and opportunity that cannot be reclaimed once it has been spent. Discover the biblical and eternal perspective on the gifts that God gives during the time of our lives. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-cost-of-time http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090426message.mp3 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 17:10:40 GMT Scott Brewer Learning to Live In Time 30:01 What is this elusive thing that we call “quality time”? Suppose one could have an interview with Jesus and ask, “What is quality time and how do I get it?” Find out Jesus’ answer to the “quality” question and identify your next step in getting there. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-quality-of-time http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090419message.mp3 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 17:09:13 GMT Scott Brewer Learning to Live In Time 40:05 What if the way to true joy was via the path of sacrifice and suffering? Would you travel that path or would you choose an easier pseudo-joy? Examine the life of Christ and hear the call of the Lord and freshly commit to His ways. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/-the-road-less-traveled http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090322message.mp3 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 02:05:57 GMT Scott Brewer World Christian Emphasis 26:30 When a lion exerts his presence to overcome his enemy and protect his own he is said to be “on the move”. The “Lion of Judah”, our Lord and Savior is likewise on the move. Discover what that means for you and for our world. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/god-is-on-the-move http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090315message.mp3 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 02:04:44 GMT Scott Brewer World Christian Emphasis 41:01 There is a Grand Story that transcends and informs all other stories. Next Sunday we begin a series that examines how our personal stories connect with that Grand Story which reveals God’s purposeful activity in our world. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/where-in-the-world-are-you http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090308message.mp3 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 21:25:32 GMT James Appleby World Christian Emphasis 22:53 What if God not only did a powerful work IN you but also THROUGH you? What if God took painful parts of your past and used them to bless someone else? Discover the potential and promise of God’s healing work in you. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/recycling-pain http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090301message.mp3 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 22:04:02 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life 34:23 When good decisions are made and significant life change begins to take place, how does one keep it going? Discover how to overcome fatigue, distraction and discouragement so that you maintain the momentum of God’s work in you. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/maintaining-momentum http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090222message.mp3 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 22:01:24 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life 31:02 Almost all of the content of the Bible addresses how we live in relationship with God and with other people. One cannot effectively relate to God if our human connections are damaged. Discover why and how to repair your relationships. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/repairing-relationships http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090215message.mp3 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 02:09:57 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life step_8,step_9,recovery,matthew_5:7,matthew_5:9,forgiveness,amends,serenity 37:49 Do you have problems? Do you admit that you are powerless over your problems and defects of character? Do you believe that God can help? Then congratulations, you are ready for significant transformation of your life. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/making-changes http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090208message.mp3 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 02:10:24 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life step_6,step_7,recovery,matthew_5:6,change,submission,romans_12:1-2 35:18 Some people rationalize their past, complain about their present and fear their future. God's invitation is to clean up your past, rebuild your present and experience freedom in your future. Both paths require a choice and the choice is yours. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/coming-clean http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090201message.mp3 Sun, 01 Feb 2009 02:11:10 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life step_4,step_5,recovery,inventory,matthew_5:8,resentment,confession 31:30 The old saying, “Let go and let God” is true, not trite. But, how does one let go? What does it look like for God to be in control of my life? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/letting-go http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090125message.mp3 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 03:22:54 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life step_3,recovery,matthew_5:5,meekness,healing,surrender,salvation 25:05 If God can help and is inclined to help then why don’t I let Him help? What do I really believe about God? What do I really believe about life’s challenges? Do I really want to change? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/getting-help http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090118message.mp3 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 03:23:15 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life step_2,mourning,denial,happiness,belief,sanity,abandonment,abuse,recovery,matthew_5:4 33:51 There’s an “elephant” in the room. You’re a broken person that needs healing and power for restoration. God has the power and He is inclined to heal and rebuild us. To experience God’s help we must first admit our need. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/admitting-need http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090111message.mp3 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 03:23:33 GMT Scott Brewer Steps to a Reasonably Happy Life step_1,denial,happiness,powerlessness,recovery,matthew_5:3 37:31 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/dont-waste-your-life http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20090104message.mp3 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 15:33:26 GMT Scott Brewer mission,missional,missionary 44:47 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/a-reason-to-get-up-in-the-morning http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081228message.mp3 Sun, 28 Dec 2008 22:07:43 GMT 35:25 Will you enjoy Christmas? The cards are mailed. The shopping is over. No more social engagements that are "supposed" to be fun. Now it is you, family and friends gathered for worship and experiencing the Person and Presence of God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/receiving-gods-christmas-presence Wed, 24 Dec 2008 15:23:42 GMT Scott Brewer Giving the Good Gifts at Christmas Do you have a Christmas gift budget and do you keep it? Do you give expensive gifts, modest gifts or token gifts? How do you decide? Find out about that "budget busting" gift that you should give and why. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/gifts-that-are-expensive-and-worth-it Sun, 21 Dec 2008 15:22:08 GMT Scott Brewer Giving the Good Gifts at Christmas Most of us have that "someone" for whom it is challenging to buy a gift. It seems that they have everything they need or we just lack creative ideas. Discover the gift that everyone needs and that most don't have. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/gifts-for-the-person-that-has-everything http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081214message.mp3 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 15:34:17 GMT Scott Brewer Giving the Good Gifts at Christmas christmas,peacemakers,peace,matthew_5 36:58 It's that time of year when we descend upon the shopping mall, joust for parking spaces, navigate the sea of people and ring the chimes of cash registers in the effort to give gifts at Christmas. Discover the gifts that you can give without the mall or online shopping carts that will also change your life in the giving. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/gifts-you-wont-find-at-the-mall http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081207message.mp3 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 15:34:51 GMT Scott Brewer Giving the Good Gifts at Christmas christmas,christlikeness,growth,discipleship,2_peter_1:3-8 25:27 Are you worried about being single? Worried about your marriage or children? Worried about your finances and future? Does worry paralyze or antagonize your life? God has throughout history empowered His people to slay fearsome giants. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/slaying-fearsome-giants http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081130messagemp3.mp3 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 15:35:19 GMT Scott Brewer Slaying Giants matthew_6:25-34,david_and_goliath,fear,worry,trust 40:45 What defining experiences occurred that helped shape who you are today? Do you want to make significant changes so that your future is different than your past? Find out how the Christ-life can bring healing and resolve to the past, power for the present and hope for the future. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/slaying-personhood-giants http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081123message.mp3 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 15:35:46 GMT Scott Brewer Slaying Giants galatians_6,1_samuel_17,david_and_goliath,abuse,youth 43:07 Unwise courtships, dysfunctional marriages, deficient parental preparation and relational disrepair threaten to break our hearts and ruin our families. Discover the weapons Christ-followers have for slaying these giants. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/slaying-relationship-giants http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081116message.mp3 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 15:36:09 GMT Scott Brewer Slaying Giants second_life,chat_room,hang-ups,resentments,forgiveness 35:48 The government bailout, investment losses, credit debt and a culture of consumerism all breathe down upon us with ferociousness. How does one live within our means and not fall prey to easy purchases and tyrannical payments? How does the “Jesus-life” stand in the midst of financial chaos? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/slaying-financial-giants http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081109message.mp3 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:36:46 GMT Scott Brewer Slaying Giants denial,rich,poor,stewardship,wealth,discontentment,1_samuel_17 42:29 God’s agenda for people and for this world has always been opposed. But God has never been threatened. Instead, God uses what seem to us to be gigantic problems as the means of changing our lives and forming Christ in us. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/a-model-for-slaying-giants http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081102message.mp3 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 15:37:31 GMT Scott Brewer Slaying Giants 1_samuel_17,david_and_goliath,giants,experience,authority,courage 44:40 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-meddlesome-ways-of-a-merciful-god http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081026message.mp3 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 22:09:55 GMT 26:04 If the Bible is true when it says that all of us have sinned and that all of us stand condemned, then we must have a Savior that can deliver us from judgment. Some say “this” religion or “that” belief can be a legitimate means of salvation. Why can Jesus say that He alone is “the way”? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/i-believe-christ-for-eternal-salvation http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081019message.mp3 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 21:32:37 GMT Scott Brewer Confessions Worth Repeating 35:17 Need wisdom or guidance? Need courage? How about strength to persevere? Need some grace for patience or to be able to forgive? God promises all these things and more. Discover how to depend and receive the promises of God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/i-depend-upon-christ-in-any-circumstance http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081012message.mp3 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:42:04 GMT Scott Brewer Confessions Worth Repeating 40:28 We take jobs, get married and have families without knowing exactly how it will all turn out. They are calculated risks that we become willing to take. Are there good reasons to trust God when our circumstances are marked by pain, loss or difficult challenge? Discover why we can trust God. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/i-trust-christ-without-understanding-everything http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20081005message.mp3 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 21:22:34 GMT Scott Brewer Confessions Worth Repeating 34:03 You count the cost before you buy a house or a car. You count the cost of getting married or having a family. What’s the cost of being a Christian? Is it worth it? Find out if following Christ is a price you’re willing to pay. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/i-follow-christ-no-matter-the-cost http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080928message.mp3 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 21:18:29 GMT Scott Brewer Confessions Worth Repeating 31:58 Loving God and loving other people are the chief marks of followers of Jesus. Yet, being a loving person is one of our greatest challenges. What does it mean to love and how are we able to even love our enemies? Join us in praying, “God, make Your Church loving. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/lord-make-your-church-loving http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080914message.mp3 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 01:04:28 GMT Scott Brewer God’s Prayer for His Church 37:04 If Meadowbrook Church disappeared from Redmond and the Eastside would it matter? If you were relocated out of this area or out of this world would your absence be felt because of how God has been using you here? Let’s refocus on what the mission and purpose are and ask God to make us Missional. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/lord-make-your-church-missional http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080907message.mp3 Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:27:55 GMT Scott Brewer God’s Prayer for His Church 46:09 What circumstance are you facing? A health challenge; joblessness; lack of resources; relational strife; abuse or a wound in your heart? Maybe you sense God calling you to a life adventure and it makes you afraid. Find out how to face fears, arrest worry and live with boldness. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/lord-make-your-church-bold http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080831message.mp3 Sun, 31 Aug 2008 22:26:12 GMT Scott Brewer God’s Prayer for His Church 39:08 Someone has said that there are at least 3 “you’s”. There is the person others think you are; the person you think you are; and the person God knows you are. Discover and become the person God knows you to be which is formed in His heart and vision for you. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/lord-make-your-church-authentic http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080824message.mp3 Sun, 24 Aug 2008 22:24:29 GMT Scott Brewer God’s Prayer for His Church 33:04 In word association if someone says “holy” many think “holier than thou”. Holiness can conjure thoughts of arrogant, self-righteous, hypocritical, off-putting behavior. Yet God commands that all of us be holy. What does holiness mean and how do we get there? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/lord-make-your-church-holy http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080817message.mp3 Sun, 17 Aug 2008 22:22:51 GMT Scott Brewer God’s Prayer for His Church 42:32 http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/how-to-handle-tough-times http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080727message.mp3 Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:43:53 GMT 42:59 From our earliest years we grappled with injustice. With our childlike assessment we declared something as “unfair” if it didn’t occur in a way that pleased us. What is the standard for justice? When life is unjust what does that imply about God? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/bad-things-begin-happening-to-good-people-how-could-god-allow-suffering http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080622message.mp3 Sun, 22 Jun 2008 15:51:10 GMT Scott Brewer Finding My Story in HIStory 47:18 Temptation is understood to be a desire to do something wrong or illicit. But, who says what is wrong and what is right? Someone declares that there are no absolutes yet such a statement is an absolute. How do we sort this out? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-good-beginning-goes-bad-exploring-moral-absolutism-and-relativism http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080615message.mp3 Sun, 15 Jun 2008 15:49:50 GMT Scott Brewer Finding My Story in HIStory 41:30 The Bible claims that God created men and women with distinct and unique purposes, roles and functions. The Bible and history also record centuries of patriarchal oppression and abuse. What’s the truth about gender based differences? http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/the-beginning-of-mankind-examining-manhood-and-womanhood http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080608message.mp3 Sun, 08 Jun 2008 15:48:34 GMT Scott Brewer Finding My Story in HIStory 41:48 How is it that our world came into being? Is there evidence that supports the idea of evolution? What are we to think of the creation story in the Bible? Find out what difference these issues make upon your life. http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/sermon/in-the-beginninggod-are-faith-and-science-at-odds http://www.meadowbrookchurch.com/mediafiles/20080601message.mp3 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 15:47:10 GMT Scott Brewer Finding My Story in HIStory 46:08