See Your Way Out Of Anxiety (Matt 6:24-34) | Louis Azuma Compass Student Ministry Sermons podcast

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The Reason for Jesus' Miracles (Matthew 8) | Pastor Rod Gomez 40:38

منذ 5 أيام40:38

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This script delves into the significance of authority in human life, starting with a detailed explanation of the Stanley Milgram Experiment from the 1960s. The experiment demonstrated people's tendency to obey authority figures, even when it resulted in causing harm to others. The narrative then shifts to exploring the authoritative teachings and miracles of Jesus Christ as depicted in the Gospel of Matthew, particularly chapters 5 to 8. Four key scenes are highlighted to illustrate Jesus's supreme authority over sickness, nature, the spiritual realm, and personal life. The message urges viewers to submit to Jesus's authority, emphasizing that only He can provide true guidance and spiritual leadership. 00:00 The Stanley Milgram Experiment: A Shocking Revelation 01:29 The Power of Authority: Lessons from History 02:26 Choosing the Right Authority in Life 02:46 Jesus' Teachings and Authority 03:50 Jesus' Miracles: Proving His Authority 06:08 Healing the Leper: A Life Transformed 08:20 The Centurion's Faith: A Lesson in Humility 10:25 Peter's Mother-in-Law: Healing and Service 16:57 Jesus Calms the Storm: Authority Over Nature 22:21 A Moment of Prayer and Calm 22:52 Imagining Jesus' Power 24:01 Trusting the Pilot of Life 25:52 Jesus' Authority Over Demons 29:19 The Danger of Seeking Other Spiritual Leaders 33:12 Unconditional Surrender to Jesus 39:03 The Call to Submit to Jesus…

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Don't Play Church (Matthew 7:24-29) | Louis Azuma 44:12

منذ 10 أيام44:12

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The Foundation of True Obedience - A Study of Matthew 7:24-29 In this sermon from Matthew 7:24-29, Louis Azuma teaches about the importance of heartfelt obedience to Jesus' words over mere familiarity or respect. The difference between wise and foolish builders, as depicted in the passage, emphasizes that true wisdom lies in obeying Jesus. The sermon also warns against mistaking religious activities or knowledge for genuine faith, and encourages worshiping Jesus out of love, trust, and awe rather than just respecting Him from a distance. The sermon concludes with a call for serious commitment to Jesus, whose words are the very words of God and crucial for a stable, meaningful life. 00:00 Introduction and Context 00:26 A Personal Tornado Experience 04:53 The Importance of Obedience to Jesus 22:18 The Consequences of Ignoring Jesus' Teachings 23:51 The Security in Following Jesus' Teachings 28:56 The Authority and Worship of Jesus…

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God Wants You to Get to Heaven (Matthew 7:7-14) | Louis Azuma 54:56

منذ 25 يومًا54:56

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00:00 Introduction to Zion Williamson 00:34 Zion's Struggles and Resources 01:55 Transition to Spiritual Resources 02:46 God's Desire for Your Salvation 03:17 The Path to Eternal Life 04:29 The Power of Persistent Prayer 05:34 God's Promise to Answer Prayers 08:21 God's Goodness in Answering Prayers 10:06 Trusting God's Plan 11:41 The Importance of Persistent Asking 15:58 God's Goodness and Our Desires 24:24 God's Resources and Our Actions 24:54 The Golden Rule Explained 25:28 God's Support in Loving Others 26:52 The Essence of the Bible: Loving Others 27:50 God's Wisdom and Our Obedience 31:45 The Golden Rule vs. The Platinum Rule 36:47 Loving God to Love Others 41:54 The Narrow Path to Eternal Life 51:46 Trusting Jesus: The Narrow Gate…

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Judgy Christians (Matthew 7:1-6) | Pastor Rod Gomez 30:57

منذ 5 weeks30:57

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Judging Rightly: Lessons from the Sermon on the Mount In this sermon, Pastor Rod tackles the common criticism of being 'judgy' Christians. Emphasizing insights from Matthew 7 and the Sermon on the Mount, he explains the biblical approach to judgment. Pastor Rod stresses the importance of judging ourselves before others and doing so fairly and lovingly. He narrates personal anecdotes to highlight the need for humility, clarity, and purity in judgment. Additionally, he discusses when it might be appropriate to stop sharing the gospel with those antagonistic or unresponsive to it. The sermon culminates in a call to love God and others through appropriate and thoughtful judgment. 00:00 Introduction: Addressing Judgement in Youth Ministry 00:22 The TikTok Trend: "We Listen and We Don't Judge" 00:47 The Importance of Judging Rightly 01:04 Jesus' Teaching on Judgement 02:24 A Personal Story: Confronting with Care 04:21 Understanding Fair Judgement 08:11 Assuming the Best in Others 10:09 Considering Multiple Perspectives 12:45 Judging Yourself Before Others 14:24 Understanding LASIK and Vision Correction 14:56 The Importance of Self-Judgment 15:16 The Role of Friends in Judging 16:04 Judging Yourself to Help Others 16:38 The Dangers of Loving Sin 17:29 Judging Others with Humility and Clarity 18:40 Engaging with Different Beliefs 19:48 Identifying and Avoiding False Teachings 23:34 When to Stop Sharing the Gospel 29:21 Concluding Thoughts on Judging Rightly…

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See Your Way Out of Anxiety (Matt 6:24-34) | Louis Azuma 44:57

منذ 7 weeks44:57

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00:00 Stories From a Band Nerd 01:18 Facing Anxiety and Trusting the Lord 02:32 Jesus' Teachings on Anxiety 05:27 Focusing on God's Priorities 08:52 Remembering God's Care 16:06 Strengthening Your Faith 21:40 Understanding Faith and Anxiety 22:32 Jesus' Arguments Against Anxiety 25:02 Practical Steps to Strengthen Faith 26:14 Focusing on God's Care 30:36 Pursuing God's Priorities 34:43 Living in the Present 41:14 God's Love and Care…

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What Do You Most Treasure? (Matthew 6:19-24) | Pastor Rod 28:07

منذ 8 weeks28:07

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00:00 Jacob Smith's Blindness 01:09 The Importance of Following Guidance 01:38 Valuing What is Truly Valuable 02:31 Earthly vs. Heavenly Treasures 04:03 The Deceptiveness of Wealth 06:36 Focusing on the Right Things 11:39 The Danger of Materialism 23:27 Choosing to Treasure Jesus 27:29 Final Reflections and Prayer…

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Make Room (Luke 2:7) | Matt Daniel 26:39

منذ 11 weeks26:39

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The sermon encourages students to focus on the true meaning of Christmas by examining Luke 2:7, where Jesus is born and laid in a manger. Matt compares the crowded scene of Jesus' birth with modern distractions, using a personal anecdote from a crowded Formula One race to illustrate the point. The core message is to 'make room for Jesus' in our hearts during the busy holiday season, emphasizing the importance of understanding Jesus as God in human flesh, born of a virgin, and placed in a humble manger. 00:00 Introduction: Finding Focus in the Crowds 00:12 A Personal Experience at F1 01:23 The Crowded Scene in Luke 2:7 04:27 The Importance of Making Room for Jesus 06:46 Understanding Jesus as God in Human Flesh 09:44 The Miracle of Jesus' Birth 13:03 Jesus Laid in a Manger: Humility and Sacrifice 17:05 Consequences of Not Making Room for Jesus 24:10 Final Thoughts and Prayer…

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Can I Tell You a Secret? (Matthew 6:1-18) | Pastor Rod Gomez 40:37

منذ 11 weeks40:37

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00:00 Exploring the Best Christmas Light Displays 01:29 The Perfect Family Illusion 02:37 The Empty Inside: A Deeper Look 05:20 Living for God's Rewards 07:05 The Importance of Genuine Intentions 09:17 Giving for God's Glory 19:33 Praying with a Pure Heart 21:44 Understanding God's Focus in Prayer 22:08 How to Pray: A Step-by-Step Guide 23:21 The Importance of Daily Dependence on God 24:16 Forgiveness and Temptation in Prayer 25:40 Avoiding Performance in Prayer 28:42 Keys to Effective Prayer 31:54 The Role of Fasting in Spiritual Life 36:25 God's Rewards for Authentic Faith 39:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts…

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Impossible Jesus (John 3:25-30) | Matt Daniel 22:56

منذ 15 weeks22:56

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00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer from Pastor Rod 00:28 A Humorous Encounter at the Airport 02:39 The Message: Accept No Substitutes for Jesus 04:07 John the Baptist's Testimony 06:14 Identifying Fake Saviors 09:16 Humility Before the Real Savior 13:49 Delighting in the Savior's Work 21:49 Conclusion and Prayer…

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Small Faith = Big Fears (Proverbs 29:25) I Louis Azuma 42:58

منذ 16 weeks42:58

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00:00 Introduction: "I'm Controlling You" 01:22 Biblical Insights on Fear 01:51 Proverbs 29:25 - The Fear of Man 05:00 Exposing Your Fear of People 05:40 Fear as Worship 07:34 Signs of Being Controlled by Fear 14:11 The Distortion of Reality by Fear 16:37 Seeking Security from People 20:13 Escaping the Trap of Fear 20:51 The Safest Fortress: Trusting in the Lord 22:00 Switzerland's Impressive Defense Systems 24:24 God's Fortress: True Security 25:23 Understanding God's Power, Presence, and Promises 28:30 Faith: The Key to God's Fortress 30:23 Applying Faith to See Clearly 31:07 Practical Steps to Strengthen Faith 33:25 Engaging with Scripture to Build Faith 35:56 Mark 4: Experiencing God's Power 41:00 Final Reflections and Prayer…

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You Must Be This Tall to Ride (Matthew 5:17-48) I Pastor Rod Gomez 43:44

منذ 17 weeks43:44

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00:00 Sign Up for Six Flags Christmas Event 00:54 A Roller Coaster Memory 05:07 The Kingdom of God: Are You Tall Enough? 06:29 Understanding True Righteousness 07:39 Jesus Fulfills the Law 16:26 Positional vs. Practical Righteousness 21:11 The True Measure of Righteousness 21:48 Understanding the Law from the Inside Out 22:31 Real vs. Fake Fruit: A Deeper Analogy 24:11 Tests of Inner Righteousness 33:28 Striving for Perfection in Christ 41:03 Final Reflections and Call to Action…

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Don't Waste Your Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16) I Pastor Rod Gomez 51:57

منذ 18 weeks51:57

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00:00 Midnight Flight to Guatemala 00:21 First Impressions and Local Culture 04:15 Reflecting on Wealth and Resources 05:18 The Purpose of Resources 08:44 The Call to Be Different 10:24 The Importance of Salt and Light 14:09 Avoiding a Wasted Life 26:53 Reflecting the Light of Christ 27:05 The Role of Salt and Light 27:27 Aggressively Doing Good 28:02 A Personal Story of Urgency 29:57 The Importance of Aggressive Action 31:30 Living a Life That Matters 34:16 Evangelism and Good Works 41:43 Publicly Living Your Faith 44:57 The Cost of Being Different 51:36 Final Reflections and Prayer…

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God's Favorite People (Matthew 5:1-12) I Pastor Rod Gomez 45:32

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00:00 The Power of Giving Away Your Favorite Things 02:01 Does God Have Favorites? 02:23 Understanding God's Favorite People 03:47 The Sermon on the Mount: Jesus' Teachings 04:32 The Beatitudes: Blessed Are... 08:09 Recognizing Your Desperate Need for God 11:51 The Importance of Spiritual Hunger 23:02 Living a Life Favored by God 23:40 Personal Anecdotes and Reflections 24:36 Struggling with Spanish Class 24:59 Finding Motivation and Enjoyment 25:46 Becoming the Teacher's Pet 26:53 Expecting God's Favor 27:21 Experiencing God's Mercy and Glory 28:20 Desire to Travel and See God's Creation 30:32 Understanding God's Favor and Family 35:29 The Reality of Persecution 38:32 Jesus: The Ultimate Example 41:20 Living a Blessed Life 44:57 Closing Thoughts and Prayer…

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Two Kinds of Followers (Matthew 4:18-25) I Pastor Rod Gomez 52:15

منذ 20 weeks52:15

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00:00 Trigger Warning: Ice Cream Controversy 02:16 The Importance of Your Relationship with Christ 03:39 Two Types of Followers: Discipleship vs. Crowdship 06:15 The Call to Follow Jesus 13:42 Responding to Jesus' Call 17:18 The Urgency of Discipleship 27:03 The Call to Total Discipleship 27:50 Daily Commitment to Jesus 28:08 Jesus Over Everything 28:18 Prioritizing Jesus in Education and Sports 30:20 Jesus in Family and Life Decisions 32:54 The Worth of Following Jesus 37:44 Jesus' Ministry and the Crowds 42:11 The Danger of Superficial Faith 48:09 The Ordinary Discipline of Discipleship 51:32 Conclusion and Prayer…

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For Jesus' Sake (2 Samuel 9:1-13) I Louis Azuma 41:06

منذ 21 weeks41:06

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00:00 A Tale of Royalty and Tragedy 02:43 The Unexpected Kindness of a King 05:26 The Biblical Story Unveiled 06:11 Understanding God's Love Through David 09:11 David's Promise and God's Faithfulness 12:43 God's Unchanging Love for Us 21:20 Understanding Mephibosheth's Humility 22:06 The Unlikely Love of David 23:31 God's Unconditional Love 29:28 Extravagant Provision and Honor 33:35 God's Embracing Love 38:32 The Ultimate Solution to Sin…

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