Trinity Church, Spring Hill, TN

May 2: I Heart Spring Hill, The Ascension

Michael Pence — Sun, 02 May 2021 18:29:29 +0000

We recognize the Ascension of Jesus Christ. Can you imagine standing on a hill side, hearing Jesus' final instruction to "be his witness to the world" then rising up into the heavens? As we wrap up our I HEART Spring Hill series we will be reminded of how our own stories of God's Mighty Deeds need to be told.

April 18, 2021

Michael Pence — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 19:03:56 +0000

How do we love Spring Hill well? We need to give to those who have less than we do or have needs greater than ours. If we do that, we can spread the gospel of Jesus and also show his love through us by our actions.

Mark 14:3-9 & Mark 16:14-18

April 11 2021: The Great Commission

Michael Pence — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 19:00:26 +0000

Join us as we dive into “The Great Commission” as depicted in the Gospel of Matthew. This account of the post-resurrection teaching of Jesus focuses on being a witness to all nations – to establish the church among all people-groups. Through the presence of the Risen Lord, we are called to go, baptize, and teach the gospel. We, as Trinity Church, have been called and commissioned to carry the gospel of all people-groups. What does that mean and who are we missing?

April 4, 2021: Soundtrack Awaken

Michael Pence — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 20:25:07 +0000

?As we sing a new song to the Lord, we will revisit the familiar gospel passage from Luke 24 and journey with the women as they go to the tomb early on Sunday morning. As they walk, they wonder, "who will roll the stone away for us?" Their grief and worry over the stone caused them to no longer hear the new song being sung over all of creation - a song of redemption, miraculous new life, and joy! What stones are in your way? How can God bring new life and a new song into your heart?

March 20, 2021: Soundtrack-Abiding Scripture

Michael Pence — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 17:54:58 +0000

Soundtrack-Abiding Scripture: Psalms 121; John 15:1-17

"The gospel of Jesus Christ is the singular, yet comprehensive, solution to all that is broken in our lives and in this world. This is not a naive overstatement of grandiose faith. Every manner of human brokenness, family dysfunction, abuse of power, criminal act, injustice, deceptive motive....all of it comes back to our broken and distorted human condition. The world will only be redeemed and transformed to the extent human nature is redeemed and transformed. This is why we call the gospel the 'good news.' The inbreaking of the kingdom of God overturns systemic evil and human brokenness. Jesus Christ has come to redeem and transform"

March 7, 2021: Animosity

Michael Pence — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 02:27:31 +0000

Psalms 4; John 10:7-18 Animosity

Join us as we dive into "animosity" and find out how "the joy of Jesus" can replace our yucky attitude!

February 28, 2021: Soundtrack, Anger

Michael Pence — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 17:34:00 +0000

Psalms 59; Luke 9:46-56 Anger

During the season of lent (Feb 21-March 28) we will examine our need for redemption by reviewing the Psalms and how the Psalms lead us to Jesus Christ. The Psalms are our songbook they are meant to express human emotion in both lament and praise - they are the heart of the word of God and the melody that transforms words into movement. Each week we will hear the Psalm sung to a familiar tune and dive deep into the human condition and corresponding redemption that comes through Jesus Christ. As we journey through lent, we will shed our human absorption and embrace the redemption of Jesus Christ. Notice the titles below- the first 3 grapple with the human condition while the final three turn the corner toward praise of God and what we receive when we trade our sorrows for His joy!

February 21, 2021: Abandoned

Michael Pence — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 22:05:27 +0000

February 14, 2021: Following Jesus Together

Michael Pence — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:32:29 +0000

This week we continue our "Following Jesus Together" sermon series by examining John 4:4-13. Jesus engages a Samaritan woman, embraces her with love and equips her to become his follower. Why would Jesus cross cultural boundaries to change this woman's life? Why did Jesus leave heaven and come to earth in the first place? It's all about God's love and amazing grace! Let us be a church who shares the love of Jesus Christ.

February 7, 2021: Following Jesus Together, Part 1

Michael Pence — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 20:01:38 +0000

John 1:1-5; 1:43-49: What does it mean to follow Jesus? How exactly does a church "make" disciples of Jesus Christ? Trinity Church has answered that question with this vision statement: We will ENGAGE our community with the gospel of Jesus Christ, EMBRACE one another with the love of Jesus Christ and EQUIP our church to follow Jesus Christ!" To support this process of disciple-making we have created new ministry teams - community engagement; caring ministries; family ministries; and the small group leaders team to name a few. This Sunday's sermon will take a closer look at the GOSPEL - what is it and how do we share it in engaging ways?

January 31 2021: Just Stand . . . In the Love of Christ

Michael Pence — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 20:28:53 +0000

Joshua 24:14-18

This Sunday we will "Stand Firm" in the love of Christ as we culminate our stand series. Joshua led the Israelites into the promised land and divided the tribes into their own regions. The final chapters in Joshua describe the tribes coming together one last time before going to settle into their new homes in order to reaffirm their faith in God Almighty. Joshua challenges them to choose this day who you will serve - pagan gods or The Lord who fought for us? Will the people choose God? Will they love the Lord with all their heart, mind, and strength? Will you?

January 24, 2021: Stand Against, God will fight for you

Michael Pence — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 20:02:35 +0000

Joshua 5:13-15; 6:1-5

Join us for a close look at the life of Joshua, Moses successor in leading the Israelites into the promised land. Joshua was told by God to "be strong and courageous" and "nothing would stand against him" if he listened to Gods instruction. Joshua does listen and miracles happen! God fights for his people and gives them victory over the obstacles to their inheritance. Are you seeking God? Are you listening for instructions and trusting God to fight for you? Did you know Christians fight our battles on our knees?

January 17 2021: Stand

Michael Pence — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 17:31:24 +0000

Stand: A series in the life of Joshua, Moses successor in leading the Israelites into the promised land. Let's learn how to withstand fear, stand against obstacles to our faith and stand firm in the love of Christ.

January 10, 2021: Celebrate!

Michael Pence — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 17:28:55 +0000

Celebrate: A live worship service renewing our covenant to follow and celebrate God's goodness in 2021

January 3, 2021: The Courage To Follow

Michael Pence — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 17:26:51 +0000

The Courage to Follow: Hear how the wise men had the eyes to see God at work, the courage to follow the Bethlehem star and the humility to worship Jesus

December 27, 2020; From Our House To Yours

Michael Pence — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 17:24:52 +0000

From Our House to Yours, the staff at Trinity Church, joined by Parties Judy's husband, Rev. Lee Stevenson bring a warm and cheerful service straight to your house

Christmast Eve Service, Silent Night December 24 2020

Michael Pence — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 15:21:24 +0000

Silent night, The Christmas Eve Service, December 24 2020

Awakening: December 20, 2020

Michael Pence — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 14:54:14 +0000

In Luke Chapter 1, Mary was called "most favored" by the angel that visited her with the good news of Christ's birth. How must she have felt knowing that she will be bearing the baby that will save the world? Imagine the faith that she must have had.

Awakening: December 13 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:54:30 +0000

Have you ever been in a situation where God's will didn't line up to what society deemed as "the right thing to do"? This is what Joseph faced before the birth of Jesus.

Awakening: December 6, 2020

Michael Pence — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 02:27:33 +0000

Before Advent was ever about the first coming of Jesus Christ, it was out his second coming. The second coming of Jesus will mark the end of all things broken on the beginning of all things new. It is only in remembering the future second coming that we can most deeply appreciate and appropriate Christmas, his first coming. -The Christian New Year

How do you feel about Christ's second coming? Do you look forward to it? Do you fear it? Or, perhaps you don't think about it at all. We will explore this subject on Sunday morning.

Awakening: November 29 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 16:17:52 +0000

For the followers of Jesus, the new year begins with Advent. And what a beginning it is as we start by looking to the very end of the age and the second coming of Christ. Advent issues a clarion call to wake from our slumber, realign life and get in step with the Holy Spirit.

Walking on Water: Faith November 22 2020

Michael Pence — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 20:20:51 +0000

Join us as we look at Noah and how to live a faith filled life.

Walking On Water: The Faith of Noah November 15, 2020

Michael Pence — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 23:51:06 +0000

Walking On Water: The Faith of Noah November 15, 2020

Walking On Water: Learning to Live a Faith Full Life November 8, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 20:45:16 +0000

Walking On Water: Learning to Live a Faith Full Life November 8, 2020

God is Friendship: November 1 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 19:27:06 +0000

God is Friendship: November 1 2020

God is Friendship: October 18 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 18:37:42 +0000

God is Friendship: October 18 2020

God is Friendship: Transforming Friendship October 25 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 18:27:02 +0000

God is Friendship: Transforming Friendship October 25 2020

God Is Friendship October 11, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:27:44 +0000

God Is Friendship October 11, 2020

Breakthrough: Prayer October 4, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 01:26:27 +0000

Breakthrough: Prayer October 4, 2020

Breakthrough: From Domination to Dominion September 27 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 01:05:51 +0000

This Sunday we will take a look at how God can breakthrough into our lives using humility to lead us away from being dominated by sin and come under the dominion of Jesus Christ! Please join us and invite your friends, 10am at the AMC Theater.

Sunday's verse: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Breakthrough: No Longer Deceived September 20 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:54:01 +0000

Breakthrough: No Longer Deceived

Breakthrough: September 20 2020

Michael Pence — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 21:56:36 +0000

Unleashing the the Kingdom, the Power and the Glory of God into everyday life

Breakthrough: September 6 2020

Michael Pence — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:51:34 +0000

Unleashing the Kingdom, the power, and the Glory of God into everyday life.

New Life in Christ: New Mission, August 30 2020

Michael Pence — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 23:44:34 +0000

Our identity can suffer when life becomes uncertain – especially if our identity is built on anything other than Jesus Christ. Who are we as individuals, as Trinity Church? The answer to that question is actually to ask a better question – who is Jesus? This series will explore Jesus’ identity as the answer to our deepest inner struggles. Are you depleted and ready to be revived? Have you struggled with fear and anxiety and need a new hope? Is it time for joy to return? Weary and worn out – how about a resurgence of spiritual power to live out God’s mission? Let’s Go!

New Life In Christ: New Power, August 22, 2020

Michael Pence — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 15:31:09 +0000

New Life In Christ: New Joy, August 16, 2020

Michael Pence — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 18:36:32 +0000

New Life In Christ: New Hope-Firey Furnace, August 9, 2020

Michael Pence — Sun, 09 Aug 2020 17:50:53 +0000

New Life In Christ: Ezekiel's Valley of Dry Bones, August 2, 2020

Michael Pence — Sun, 02 Aug 2020 17:24:42 +0000

The Faithful Rollercoaster, July 26, 2020

Michael Pence — Sun, 26 Jul 2020 18:29:19 +0000

The word Rollercoaster has to have one of the greatest emotional responses of any word in the English language. Some will hear its utterance and immediately be filled with pure adrenaline-seeking excitement while others will immediately develop the deepest pit of discomfort in their gut. Where do you fall on the spectrum of thrill-seeking entertainment? Are you the first one in line ready for every twist, turn, hill, and valley the ride has to offer or are you more fearful of the unknown and perfectly peachy with two feet on the solid ground?

Jesus offers two words to each and every disciple throughout history, an invitation for a whirlwind experience — "Follow Me.” This one phrase can yet again strike the greatest excitement or the greatest fear into the soul of all humanity. Where do you fall on the spectrum? How is this invitation received throughout our faith journey? What does it mean during a time of great change or furthermore a Global Pandemic? These are questions that we all must prayerfully ponder as we accept the call to Follow Jesus Together.

Trinity's Extraordinary Playlist, part 4, You've Got a Friend, Judy 12, 2020

Michael Pence — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 17:30:12 +0000

Friends are an important part of our faith story. They help shape us, pick us up, keep us from falling, and much more. In this classic song, we are reminded that true friends are not fair weather friends, they are friends in all season: winter, spring, summer, or fall. Jesus gave us a friendship example to follow in addition to the wisdom he shared about what it means to be friend.

Trinity's Extraordinary Playlist, part 3, I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For, Judy 5, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 16:42:19 +0000

Have you gotten everything all figured out? Is your life perfect? Do you have everything you have ever wanted? Have you solved all of life’s mysteries? You probably can’t answer yes to all of these questions. The good news is that nobody else can either. The question to ask is “What are you looking for?”

Trinity's Extraordinary Playlist, part 2, Livin' on a Prayer, June 28, 2020

Michael Pence — Tue, 30 Jun 2020 21:00:15 +0000

What songs would compose the playlist of your life?Plato said over 2000 years ago “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” This series will use some classic songs over the past fifty years to highlight some of life’s most important lessons. We are told in 1 Timothy, “Pray first.” We hear a lot about offering our “thoughts and prayers.” Yes, prayer is an important part of being a follower of Jesus. But how does prayer shape our lives as disciples?

Trinity's Extraordinary Playlist

Michael Pence — Sun, 21 Jun 2020 21:03:19 +0000

What songs would compose the playlist of your life?Plato said over 2000 years ago “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” This series will use some classic songs over the past fifty years to highlight some of life’s most important lessons. Have you ever considered yourself ordinary? Ordinary, according to Scripture, isn't necessarily a bad thing. This Sunday, we will see how "ordinary" becomes "extraordinary" when the Holy Spirit works within us. This week's song from Trinity's Extraordinary Playlist is "Ordinary Average Guy," by Joe Walsh, a member of The Eagles.

Passionate Fruit, Part 9, Self Control, June 14 , 2020

Michael Pence — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 15:09:24 +0000

God raised Jesus from the dead to provide His people with an everlasting relationship with them. God also desires for His people to have a similar relationship with each other. That is our high calling. Fortunately, through the presence of the Holy Spirit, God gives us tools to help live out that calling in relationship with one another. The Holy Spirit does not give moral license but empowers people to avoid sin. Living a life guided by the Spirit does not mean sin is no longer a concern for us, it means that that we must learn to control our sinful nature. It’s ironic though, because like each of the other fruit, it is not accomplished without the presence of the Holy Spirit.

Passionate Fruit, Part 8, Gentleness, June , 2020

Michael Pence — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 17:28:43 +0000

God raised Jesus from the dead to provide His people with an everlasting relationship with them. God also desires for His people to have a similar relationship with each other. That is our high calling. Fortunately, through the presence of the Holy Spirit, God gives us tools to help live out that calling in relationship with one another. When we live lives that are not guided by the Spirit, it leads to sin. Just as sin separates us from God, it also hurts our relationships with others. Gentleness undoes what damage our sin can cause, but requires great strength. Gentleness is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength in God.

Passionate Fruit, Part 6, Faithfulness, May 31, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 01:43:08 +0000

God raised Jesus from the dead to provide His people with an everlasting relationship with them. God also desires for His people to have a similar relationship with each other. That is our high calling. Fortunately, through the presence of the Holy Spirit, God gives us tools to help live out that calling in relationship with one another. One thing we know to be true about God is that He is faithful to keep His promises. He can be trusted. Can the same be said about us in our relationships with others?

Passionate Fruit, Part 6, Goodness, May 24, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:31:30 +0000

Passionate Fruit, Part 4, Patience, May 10, 2020

Michael Pence — Fri, 15 May 2020 19:49:19 +0000

God raised Jesus from the dead to provide His people with an everlasting relationship with them. God also desires for His people to have a similar relationship with each other. That is our high calling. Fortunately, through the presence of the Holy Spirit, God gives us tools to help live out that calling in relationship with one another. Some relationships are super healthy. Some are not. Some of the stressful relationships are due to our own faults. Some are not. The gift of patience gives us the ability to refrain from making bad situations worse.

Passionate Fruit, Part 3, Peace - May 3, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 04 May 2020 15:59:59 +0000

God raised Jesus from the dead to provide His people with an everlasting relationship with them. God also desires for His people to have a similar relationship with each other. That is our high calling. Fortunately, through the presence of the Holy Spirit, God gives us tools to help live out that calling in relationship with one another. The peace that passes all understanding is only available through the Holy Spirit. It creates an internal well-being that overflows into our relationships with others so that we become peacemakers.

Passionate Fruit, Part 2, Joy - April 26, 2020

Michael Pence — Fri, 01 May 2020 00:34:24 +0000

God raised Jesus from the dead to provide His people with an everlasting relationship with them. God also desires for His people to have a similar relationship with each other. That is our high calling. Fortunately, through the presence of the Holy Spirit, God gives us tools to help live out that calling in relationship with one another. Is your bucket of joy always being emptied? Or, is your bucket of joy always being filled? It’s an age-old question that helps us frame the way joy enters into our relationships with others.

Passionate Fruit: Love, April 19, 2020

Michael Pence — Thu, 23 Apr 2020 14:41:39 +0000

God raised Jesus from the dead to provide His people with an everlasting relationship with them. God also desires for His people to have a similar relationship with each other. That is our high calling. Fortunately, through the presence of the Holy Spirit, God gives us tools to help live out that calling in relationship with one another. As Jesus was preparing His followers for what was next, He gave them a new commandment - a new way to look at love - that raised the bar forever.

Easter Sunday, Resurrecting Me? April 12, 2020

Michael Pence — Tue, 14 Apr 2020 17:55:55 +0000

Many have stated that this is a horrible time for Easter. We can't get to the store to get our Easter outfits. We can't gather on the day before for our annual Easter Egg Hunt. There won't be any Easter photo booths at the church and we won't get to be together for Easter worship. The scriptures remind us that this Easter is more similar to the first Easter than any other Easters of our lifetime. I believe Easter comes at a perfect time. We have an incredible opportunity to focus on the Resurrecting Power of our God. We all need resurrection. We all need new life breathed into us.

Making An Entrance, Palm Sunday, April 5, 2020

Michael Pence — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 20:56:55 +0000

This Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week. I realize that it may be hard to comprehend given our current situation, but this week is a week of celebration. It begins on Sunday as we remember the entrance Jesus made into the holy city of Jerusalem. Have you ever made an entrance that you had to plan for? One that you knew people were going to remember? How'd it go? Did it turn out to be fantastic or a flop? This Sunday, we look at the lasting effect Jesus' entrance had on the people

Why Me, Part 5, Spiritual GPS, March 29, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:07:35 +0000

The book of Job explores the age old question of why bad things happen. The answers, if we are fortunate enough to even find, are rarely simple. Nonetheless, as followers of Jesus, who also endured bad things happening, we must not evade the difficult questions, but look to find meaning in and through our times of trial and suffering. After all of the questions, all of the complaining, all of the arguing, all of the pointing fingers, and all of the judging, it turns out that all Job really wanted was one things. This Sunday we learn what that one thing was and how Job received it.

Why Me, Part 4, God's questions for us, March 22, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 23:23:58 +0000

The book of Job explores the age old question of why bad things happen. The answers, if we are fortunate enough to even find, are rarely simple. Nonetheless, as followers of Jesus, who also endured bad things happening, we must not evade the difficult questions, but look to find meaning in and through our times of trial and suffering. In the first 37 chapters of Job, we hear everyone’s expert opinion on suffering: Job, Job’s wife, Job’s friends, Job’s hard friends. In Chapter 38, we finally hear what God has to say has He weighs in on the issue.

Why Me, Part 3, Where is Your Faith, March 15, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 18:34:26 +0000

The book of Job explores the age old question of why bad things happen. The answers, if we are fortunate enough to even find, are rarely simple. Nonetheless, as followers of Jesus, who also endured bad things happening, we must not evade the difficult questions, but look to find meaning in and through our times of trial and suffering. Can pain be a good thing? We know the arguments, but pain is pain by any name, and those who experience it are not likely to be encouraged by platitudes. We look this week at the role faith plays in persevering through pain.

Why Me: Part 2, A Hard Friend is Good to Find: Job 2.11-13

Michael Pence — Fri, 13 Mar 2020 00:13:53 +0000

The book of Job explores the age old question of why bad things happen. The answers, if we are fortunate enough to even find, are rarely simple. Nonetheless, as followers of Jesus, who also endured bad things happening, we must not evade the difficult questions, but look to find meaning in and through our times of trial and suffering. We know the expression, “A good friend is hard to find.” But, is the opposite true? Is a hard friend good to find? In Job’s case, the answer may surprise you.

Why Me: Part 1, Good vs. Evil: Job 1.6-12

Michael Pence — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 02:46:42 +0000

This week, as we begin our series, we look at the beginning of suffering - the question of Good versus evil. Why does suffering even exist?

Made for More, Part 7: Go, February 23, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 21:47:14 +0000

The goal of these last several weeks has been to prepare us to discern our unique position of personal calling. Now, we must do something difficult. Go. Go into God's great world and trust where the Spirit is sending us.

Made For More, Part 6, Our Unique Mission, February 16, 2020

Michael Pence — Tue, 18 Feb 2020 22:15:40 +0000

Where do our core identity of strengths and talents intersect with our passions, burdens, and the community’s needs? The answer will shape our unique mission of good works and deeds. We will see how we can be just the right person in just the right place and at just the right time to carry out the good works and deeds planned by God.

Made For More, Part 4, Our Unique Identity, February 9, 2020

Michael Pence — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 23:33:44 +0000

Many of us feel a sense of discontent. It’s natural for us to feel like there should be something more for our lives. Jesus said that he came so that we could have an abundant life. During this study of Ephesians, we will learn how discovering our purpose. This week we shift our focus to our unique personal calling that makes us different from every other person on earth. The first element of our unique calling—the BE element in our framework—is our unique identity or how we are uniquely made.

Made For More, Part 4 - Our Primary Place

Michael Pence — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 17:24:07 +0000

Many of us feel a sense of discontent. It’s natural for us to feel like there should be something more for our lives. Jesus said that he came so that we could have an abundant life. During this study of Ephesians, we will learn how discovering our purpose. If we look at all of our current relationships we can see where we have the most influence to make disciples. How do we claim a mission field where we are to model the characteristics of disciple making?

Worship in Spirit and Truth

Michael Pence — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 23:05:38 +0000

God desires for us to come to worship with the expectation of the worshiping Him in Spirt and in Truth. We must come to worship expecting great things to happen - expecting to be empowered by the Holy Spirit. Expecting for God to be powerfully present. Expecting for our hearts to be filled. Expecting to claim the victory in Jesus' name. Just showing up to worship is not an option.

Made For More, Part 3, January 19, 2020 - Primary Mission

Michael Pence — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 14:46:24 +0000

Many of us feel a sense of discontent. It’s natural for us to feel like there should be something more for our lives. Jesus said that he came so that we could have an abundant life. During this study of Ephesians, we will learn how discovering our purpose. God calls us to play an active part in His mission for the church. That mission is to carry the fullness of Jesus into all corners of society. We need to learn to see myself as a missionary of God’s mission and commit to play my unique part.

Made For More, Part 2, January 12, 2019 - Primary Identity

Michael Pence — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 18:33:39 +0000

Many of us feel a sense of discontent. It’s natural for us to feel like there should be something more for our lives. Jesus said that he came so that we could have an abundant life. During this study of Ephesians, we will learn how discovering our purpose. As a child of God we are called to weigh the cost of surrendering to the Lordship of Jesus and putting Him fully at the center of our lives. Our core identity is found in surrendering to Jesus, being His disciple, and becoming more like Him.

Made For More - Part 1 - January 5, 2019

Michael Pence — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 20:46:49 +0000

Many of us feel a sense of discontent. It’s natural for us to feel like there should be something more for our lives. Jesus said that he came so that we could have an abundant life. During this study of Ephesians, we will learn how discovering our purpose. There are three questions that each of us must answer. These next seven weeks will help us understand how to answer them for ourselves. Who am I created to BE? What am I created to DO? Where am I created to GO?

Do You See What I See, The Magi, December 29, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:56:46 +0000

Christmas is a season for seeking. It seems that everywhere we turn these days we find someone who is searching and looking and trying to locate something. “Where is he who is born king of the Jews? We’ve come to worship him.” Matt. 2:2. That is what the Wise Men said. Each year we make this journey to the manger. It doesn’t matter when the Wise Men – What matters is why. What is the reason we come to the manger?

Do You See What I See, Christmas Eve, December 24, 2019

Michael Pence — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 20:30:34 +0000

This Christmas, we will be re-telling the greatest story every told, the Christmas Story. While the message hasn’t changed in over 2000 years, it’s a message that will change your heart. We will be looking at the story from the perspective of the different participants in the original story. As we see the first Christmas through their eyes, we hope to learn how to see Christmas this year through God’s eyes.

Do You See What I See, Part 4, December 22, 2019

Michael Pence — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 17:37:30 +0000

Do You See What I See, Part 3, December 15, 2019

Michael Pence — Mon, 16 Dec 2019 15:26:30 +0000

During the Christmas season, people seem to be drawn to the eternal. We seem to be pulled toward the supernatural. Most of us down deep are tired of living in the natural world and when we think about Christmas and the miracle of Jesus Christ, we are drawn to it. The angels had two jobs. Today, we focus on those two jobs and how we can be like angels is we accept and focus on those two jobs.

do You See What I See, Part 2, December 8, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:55:20 +0000

Christmas leads many believers and non-believers to question the challenges with which the birth of Christ presents the world. It leaves people to wonder why God chose such an unusual way to reclaim and redeem His creation. What if things had gone a little differently? If the innkeeper recognized the power of the moment in history and abandoned his home so Mary and Joseph could use his own place to give birth to the Savior of the World? What if his heart was hardened and he turned them away completely? How would Christmas be different if the story was different?

Do You See What I See, Part 1, December 1, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 03 Dec 2019 14:44:09 +0000

Why Mary and Joseph? That is the question we are going to be asking and answering today. Why Mary? Why did God choose to use this girl? Why did God choose this carpenter Joseph? If we can discover why God chose them, maybe God can use us in some ways we never thought possible.

We:Q, Part 6 November 24, 2019

Michael Pence — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:25:21 +0000

As we finish our series on spiritual partnerships, we look to the benefits of sharing. It's a concept that we were taught early in our childhoods. Some of us learned the lesson better than others. For some, sharing comes naturally. For others, it is more difficult. This week, we look at the transformational power of sharing.

we:Q, Part 5 November 17, 2019

Michael Pence — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 00:53:57 +0000

One of the ministry partners we have is one we often overlook - our children. Jesus desires us to bring our children to him. This is not only for the sake of our children, it is for our sake as well. Jesus desires for us to learn about growing our faith from our children.

We:Q, Part 4 November 10, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 17:26:03 +0000

God has big expectations for those who call themselves His followers. He always has. One of those expectations is generosity. The Good News is that not only did God model that expectation through the life of Christ, we stand on the shoulders of many others who have modeled extravagant generosity. Will we meet and/or exceed God's expectations?

We:Q, Part 3, November 3, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 17:29:29 +0000

Sometimes, it seems like we will never get to where we are headed. We know the goal, understand the plan, and still feel like the finish line is too far away. However, we are partners with a God who is faithful to seeing His plans through to completion.

we:Q, Part 1, October 20, 2019

Michael Pence — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:42:04 +0000

Jesus did not do ministry alone. He commissioned others he taught and loved to do the same kind of work that he had been doing. Then, he empowered them with His Spirit. We are among those who are also empowered by the Holy Spirit to continue the work that He is doing in our community.

Wise Up, Part 10 - Guard Your Heart

Michael Pence — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 21:00:07 +0000

What happens when there is nothing we can do to find the joy in our heart? When our broken soul is sapping our spirit? How do we keep from getting in that place and what can we do if we find ourselves in that position?

Wise Up, Part 8 - A Good Name, September 29, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 21:43:20 +0000

One of the decisions that you do not have is the choosing of your own name. At least not until you are old enough to change your name legally. Though we all have different first and last names, we all have one name in common. This Sunday, we learn what that name is and how it impacts our life. - Proverbs 22:1-5

Wise Up, Part 7 - Friendship, September 22, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 13:39:48 +0000

Aesop is known for saying, "You can judge a man by the company he keeps." Of the many decisions we make on a daily basis, the choice of our friends is among the most important. When you choose your friends, what factors do you consider?

Wise Up, Part 6 - Pride, September 15, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 13:43:10 +0000

Is pride a good thing or a bad thing? We tell our employees to take pride in their work. We tell our students to take pride in your school. What about when it comes to our faith life? What does living a spiritual-smart life have to say about pride?

Wake Up, Part 3, August 25, 2019 - Work Hard, like the ants

Michael Pence — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 21:38:38 +0000

Smart living doesn't mean easy living. While learning to live a Spirit-led, Spirit-smart life will certainly improve the quality of our relationships, it will not guarantee a life without challenges. Nor will it allow us to skate by on our merits. We must continue to work on our faith.

Wise Up, Part 2 - Leaning on God, August 18, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 20 Aug 2019 22:05:29 +0000

We continue our series in Proverbs by focusing on where we put our trust for our decision-making. On the path to learning to live smart, God himself guides us by the wisdom embodied in his word.

Wise Up, Part 1 - The foundation, August 11, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 15:18:28 +0000

This week, as we launch our series, we learn from Proverbs 1 where to start if we desire to acquire this "Spirit-led" wisdom, which will lead us in our ability to make the best decisions.

Radical, Part 6, Let the Dead Bury the Dead - August 4, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 06 Aug 2019 17:18:06 +0000

A man comes to Jesus and asks to become his disciple, he just needs to bury his father first. Jesus responds, "Let the dead bury the dead." Is Jesus being cold-hearted or raising the bar on discipleship or something else? Join us this Sunday as we talk about the importance of tone when we talk about the words of Jesus.

Radical, Part 5, Turn the Cheek - July 28, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 20:50:39 +0000

Retaliating to pain inflicted upon us may not always be the best solution. We understand that. But when Jesus says to offer our other cheek? Offer our coat when they have already taken our shirt? How are we supposed to live this way?

Radical, Part 4, Turn the Cheek - July 21, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 20:44:20 +0000

Radical, Part 3, Anger - July 14, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 20:34:31 +0000

Did Jesus really ask us to hate our mothers and fathers? What in the world could he possibly mean by this?! We know that these teachings from Jesus are Radical, but is this seems to go too far.

Radical, Part 2, Anger - July 7, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 20:26:49 +0000

This week, we’ll be unpacking Jesus words on anger from Matthew 5. “You have heard it said do not murder…but I say do not be angry with a brother or sister” (Matthew 5:21-22). Is He being serious or just using hyperbole!?

Radical, Part 1, Forgiveness - June 30, 2019

Michael Pence — Wed, 03 Jul 2019 15:54:27 +0000

Forgiveness—we like receiving it, but often we are not as generous in giving it out to others. In this week's passage, Matthew 6:14-15, Jesus says that unless we show forgiveness to others, God won't forgive us. Can this possibly be true? Join us this Sunday as we talk about what forgiveness is, how it works, and why it's crucial for us to give it to others.

Neighbors, Part 8

Michael Pence — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 02:37:33 +0000

As Christ followers, we are blessed in so many ways. Not the least of these ways is the Good News of Jesus' resurrection. Like so many aspects of our faith, this Good News is not meant for us to keep to ourselves. It is meant to be shared with our neighbors as we live out our faith after the example of Jesus. During this series, we take a look at exactly how we are to live out our faith with our neighbors.

Neighbors, Part 7

Michael Pence — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 02:23:36 +0000

Neighbors, Part 6

Michael Pence — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 13:16:38 +0000

Neighbors, Part 4

Michael Pence — Mon, 27 May 2019 21:40:36 +0000

Neighbors, Part 3

Michael Pence — Fri, 24 May 2019 16:35:47 +0000

Neighbors, Part 2

Michael Pence — Fri, 24 May 2019 16:34:23 +0000

Drafted

Michael Pence — Fri, 24 May 2019 16:32:26 +0000

Today is confirmation Sunday. The day when our sixth and seventh graders make their professions of faith, if they're ready. They have been drafted to do great things

Empty is a good thing

Michael Pence — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 22:20:19 +0000

In our lives, when things are empty, it's usually not a good thing. Empty gas tank, empty bank account, empty pantry, empty chair, empty heart. Emptiness means frustration, depression, anger, sadness, grief, and pain . . . Except when it doesn't.

Cross Training, Part 6

Michael Pence — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 03:14:13 +0000

The season of Lent includes the forty days that lead us to Easter. It’s a time to prepare our hearts as we recognize our need for a savior. This task will challenge us at every turn. We will be examining the encounters Jesus had during the time leading to the cross.

Cross Training, Part 5

Michael Pence — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 03:10:02 +0000

Cross Training, Part 4

Michael Pence — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 03:08:15 +0000

Cross Training, Part 3

Michael Pence — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 03:04:38 +0000

Cross Training, Part 2

Michael Pence — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 02:28:55 +0000

Three Simple Rules - Do Good, February 24, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 16:36:54 +0000

Delegates from the global body of the United Methodist Church will meet for a special General Conference session February 23-26. Believe it or not, not all Methodists share common beliefs on every single theological topic. You likely will find that we do not have 100% agreement even here at Trinity Church. But there are certain traits that are designed identify us as Methodists. John Wesley designed three rules for building faithful groups of Christ followers. These have become to be known as the Three General Rules of the United Methodist Church: Do No Harm. Do Good. Stay In Love With God.

Three Simple Rules - Do No Harm, February 17, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 01 Mar 2019 16:30:27 +0000

Inside Out, Part 6 - Missing Emotions, February 10 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 15 Feb 2019 17:15:02 +0000

The journey to become more spiritually mature includes growing emotionally as well. We can't be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. Learning to identify our natural emotional responses to situations can help us to understand how our actions impact the way we express our faith. In this series, we take a look at our emotions from the Inside Out.

inside Out, Part 5 - Joy, February 3, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 08 Feb 2019 17:28:06 +0000

Inside Out, Part 4 - Sadness, January 27, 2019

Michael Pence — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 22:39:33 +0000

Inside Out, Part 3 - Disgust, January 20, 2019

Michael Pence — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 18:44:42 +0000

Inside Out, Part 2 - Anger, January 13, 2019

Michael Pence — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 15:29:43 +0000

Inside Out, Part 1 - Fear, January 6, 2019

Michael Pence — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 22:04:02 +0000

The journey to become more spiritually mature includes growing emotionally as well. we can't be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. Learning to identify our natural emotional responses to situations can help us to understand how our actions impact the way we express our faith. In this series, we take a look at our emotions from the Inside Out.

all I Want For Christmas Is . . . An Angel's Song - Christmas Eve

Michael Pence — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 23:59:29 +0000

What do we want for Christmas? A new smart phone, computer or tv? How about a new car? Or are you just looking forward to spending time with family and friends? What I think we really want is Jesus, giver of hope, peace, joy, and love. Each week, we learn about a prophecy about Jesus Christ made 700 years before his birth. Hear how the Christmas story has been woven in time from beginning to end and experience the anticipation of Christ’s birth with us.

all I Want For Christmas Is . . . Part 4

Michael Pence — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 23:56:52 +0000

All I Want For Christmas Is . . . Part 3

Michael Pence — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 18:27:29 +0000

All I Want For Christmas Is . . . Part 2

Michael Pence — Fri, 14 Dec 2018 15:00:22 +0000

All I Want For Christmas Is . . . Part 1

Michael Pence — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 22:27:54 +0000

Using Jeremiah 33:14-16, we look at the first Christmas passage about what the prophets who spoke about the coming of Christ were really wanting and hoping to see.

The Art of Sharing, Part 4, November 11, 2018

Michael Pence — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 22:23:15 +0000

The church is a community with a shared purpose, in which faithful disciples find their place in contributing to the mission of building the kingdom. We will be looking at specific Gospel texts that deal with this concept of shared purpose. Having completed the study on our identity as God's children, we now turn to consider what it means to live out our identity in community by sharing our gifts with one another.

The Art of Sharing, Part 3, November 4, 2018

Michael Pence — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:48:47 +0000

The Art of Sharing, Part 2, October 28, 2018

Michael Pence — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:47:02 +0000

The Art of Sharing, Part 1, October 21, 2018

Michael Pence — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:43:34 +0000

Who Am I? Week 9 - Wrestling with God

Michael Pence — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 19:58:15 +0000

Even with the strongest of faiths, we find ourselves wrestling with God, wrestling with one another trying to figure out why things happen the way they do. Often, we come away from these wrestling matches with scars that show our healing and our growth.

Who Am I? Week 8 - Stolen Identity

Michael Pence — Wed, 03 Oct 2018 01:46:19 +0000

Since the beginning of their lives Jacob had been trying to receive what was rightfully his brother's birthright. Ultimately, Esau sold it to him for the most expensive bowl of soup in human history. Esau sacrificed the permanent on the altar of the here and now.

Who Am I? Week 7 - God is Great, Do we want to be great?

Michael Pence — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 19:47:31 +0000

God proved to Abraham that He was unlike any of the other gods people worshiped. God is a great God. He made a promise to Abraham. Likewise, Abraham proved his faith was great because he went where God called him to go.

Who Am I? Week 6 - Abraham Went

Michael Pence — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 17:44:34 +0000

Part of our identity as Children of God is formed by the way we respond to God's call in our lives. If He calls, we go!

Who Am I? Week 5 - The Tower of Babel

Michael Pence — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 16:07:52 +0000

We learn the importance of listening to God and imagining what God can do through our obedience.

Who Am I? Week 4 - The Flood and Redemption

Michael Pence — Tue, 04 Sep 2018 17:25:38 +0000

We continue our series on the Gospel of Genesis as we look at how our identity is formed in the Image of God.

Who Am I? Week 3 - My Brother's Brother

Michael Pence — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 14:42:44 +0000

This week, we continue our new series, "Who Am I?". Throughout this series, we look at what it means to truly be created in the image of God, our creator. It’s too easy to look at the state of humanity and fall into the trap of thinking that we will never live up to the standards God desires, so why even try? The reality is that each of us is a beloved child of God who is preciously made and beautiful to behold. We find throughout Genesis examples of God creating and redeeming His creation. Certainly, we are also recipients of God's redeeming grace.

This week we look at the story of the first brothers, Cain and Abel. We will learn that God desires that our relationships with others are not based on comparing ourselves to them, but based on growing mutual love for one another. We are called to be our brother's brother, not our brother's keeper.

Who Am I? Week 1 - In the Image of God

Michael Pence — Wed, 15 Aug 2018 21:31:12 +0000

We begin our new series, “Who Am I?”. Throughout this series, we look at what it means to truly be created in the Image of God, our creator. It’s too easy to look at the state of humanity and fall into the trap of thinking that we will never live up to the standards God desires, so why even try? The reality is that each of us is a beloved child of God who is preciously made and beautiful to behold. We begin by looking at the sixth day of creation when God created human beings.