Sermons by Brian Paris (Page 2)
Study Season – Does God changes his mind? (Brian Paris)
Have you ever read something in the Old Testament and thought; “What does that even mean?” or “I can’t believe that’s in the Bible!” Starting on February 15 we’ll have a Study Season in the church hall on Sunday nights for six weeks We’ll have in-depth teaching and discussion on strange and difficult passages in the Old Testament with the goal of becoming more comfortable with the stories that seem strange or that challenge us.
Jesus is our rest (Brian Paris)
Unbelief shrinks our vision, but trust sharpens it. Hebrews warns against hardened hearts and invites us to fix our thoughts on Jesus. Magnifying Jesus means choosing trust over striving, obedience over comfort, and learning to live from a place of faith-filled rest. Hebrews 3:1–4:13 Hebrews: Jesus in sharp focus When faith becomes blurry, Hebrews adjusts the lens. This series magnifies Jesus so we can see him clearly, trust him deeply, and make him visible to others. As Jesus comes into…
Study Season – Darkest chapters of the Bible (Judges 19-21) (Brian Paris)
Have you ever read something in the Old Testament and thought; “What does that even mean?” or “I can’t believe that’s in the Bible!” Starting on February 15 we’ll have a Study Season in the church hall on Sunday nights for six weeks We’ll have in-depth teaching and discussion on strange and difficult passages in the Old Testament with the goal of becoming more comfortable with the stories that seem strange or that challenge us. This first study covers one…
Jesus paid tax with a fish (Brian Paris)
When Peter stresses about paying taxes, Jesus sends him fishing and provides a coin in the most unexpected way. This strange provision shows that Jesus sees our needs, meets them in surprising ways and reminds us to trust his care and sovereignty. Matthew 17:24-27 Strange things Jesus did. When Jesus surprises us, he shows us what God is really like. Jesus said and did things that often left people confused. But every time he acted in a strange way, he…
Jesus spat in the dirt (Brian Paris)
Jesus heals a man born blind using spit and mud. It is unusual and intimate, but it reveals the heart of a Saviour who steps right into our mess to bring sight and hope. While the disciples wanted to debate the cause of the man’s blindness, Jesus wanted to show them God’s work. Jesus does things in ways we do not expect, but his actions always lead us toward wholeness and trust. John 9:1-12 Strange things Jesus did. When Jesus…
Built together in love (Brian Paris)
God’s church grows into maturity when we are united in truth, grounded in love, and each doing our part. Unity in essentials, freedom in non-essentials, and love in all things is what keeps our community strong. This week we will commit ourselves to God’s building project through serving, encouraging, forgiving, and loving. Every person has a part to play, and there are many more people God wants to reach through us. What gift has God given you and how will…
Jephthah’s daughter (Brian Paris)
No matter where you’ve come from, you’ll find a spiritual home, great friends and a church family with us. Our church community is here to love people and invite them to join us in a growing relationship with Jesus. Connect with us anytime at https://www.thelakes.church
Psalm 46 (Brian Paris)
No matter where you’ve come from, you’ll find a spiritual home, great friends and a church family with us. Our church community is here to love people and invite them to join us in a growing relationship with Jesus. Connect with us anytime at https://www.thelakes.church
Become a go-to chaplain (Brian Paris)
Making Jesus known isn’t just a one-off event where you tell someone the gospel. It’s about becoming your friend’s go-between for issues that sit between this world and the next. Sharing about Jesus can be weaved into an ongoing conversation where you help your friend make sense of issues in their life from your spiritual perspective. Practical service, God-given wisdom and prayer can be tools to make Jesus known to your friends. Connect with us anytime at https://www.thelakes.church
Job: God’s speeches (Brian Paris)
Job chapters 38-42. Job has demanded answers and God shows up to talk about random things that don’t seem to address a single one of Job’s questions! Why do these speeches actually seem to help Job process everything? What is a behemoth and leviathan? What is it Job seems to understand from what God says and does it have any application to our lives?