Worship Service

Forward by FAITH --- for the Gospel!

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Romans 1:15-17 (2 Thessalonians 2:3; Romans 1:15-17; 8:31; Isaiah 55:11; 2 Timothy 4:2-3)
 
Series description: The Bible says that without faith it is impossible to please God. The Bible teaches us that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. We know that it was by faith that Daniel faced the lion's den, Noah built the ark, Moses saw the sea split, and David experienced the giant fall!Faith is necessary and essential to experience victories in our lives, but do we really understand Faith? Hebrews 11 not only explains faith, but it illustrates the power of faith through the stories of God's people living out their faith.In order to move forward by faith as Christians, we must have a full understanding of faith. This series will take us through Hebrews 11 to discover the power of faith and how to live it out!
 
Forward by FAITH
"for the Gospel"
 
The Gospel ...
... is good news!
... is the power of God!
... must be preached!
... moves forward by FAITH!

If we pray ... (PRAYER!)

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - 2 Chronicles 7:14 (2 Chronicles 7:14; Proverbs 16:18; Hebrews 4:15-16; James 5:16; Luke 11:9)
 
The Bible teaches us that prayer has the power to change our circumstances, defeat our enemies, and even move mountains. The question is, why don't we pray more?2 Chronicles gives us the instructions on how to heal our broken land. God's instructions are for us to pray and seek the face of God. It's time to make application to this! We often gather in church to fellowship, hear preaching, and worship together.Let's pray!
 

BETTER TOGETHER!

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Ephesians 4:16 (Matthew 7:24; 6:18; 1 Corinthians 12:25-27; Ephesians 4:16; Proverbs 18:24; Galatians 6:2; Hebrews 10:24-25)
 
Have you ever thought that something is missing in your life? You are saved, but something is just off.God had a plan for the Christian life and it goes way deeper than, "go to church." Yes, we should go to church, but there is more to it than attending! In Hebrews, God takes this to a deeper level and it is life changing.Simply put, you are not meant to be alone! Church is about God's people coming together because life is better together!
 
BETTER TOGETHER!
1. You need to be connected to others.
2. You need to be helped by others.
--- A. we are to care for each other
--- B. we are to help each other
3. You need to grow with others.
 
Illustration #1: Anatomy of Human Skeleton

He is Worthy! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 14:1-9 (Mark 14:1-9; Luke 4:18; Exodus 12:14)
 
There was an encounter recorded in the book of Mark that impacted Jesus so much that He said it would be recorded and shared for generations to come. The event of a simple act of worship by a woman that loved Jesus. He is worthy of our worship!
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"He is Worthy!"

He has a plan! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 6:30-44 (Mark 6:1-8, 30-44 & 50-52; Matthew 17:20; James 2:20; John 6:7, 9, & 13-14; Ephesians 3:20)
 
When it comes to challenges in life, we are quick to encourage people by telling them, "God has a plan!" But when trouble hits our personal lives, do we still believe this? We can watch God do amazing things, over and over again, and then hit a situation where we doubt God.Mark 6 tells a story that most of us have heard in Sunday school when we were kids, but there is a deeper lesson to be learned than just feeding a crowd with a boys lunch. When things get complicated, do you trust that Jesus has a plan?
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"He has a plan!"
 
I. The testing of our faith
A. the need came out of nowhere
B. the problem seemed impossible
 
II. The applying of our faith
A. the solution often comes from the least expected places
B. it is not about what you have, but what you are willing to do with it
 
III. The results of our faith

He cares! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 5:21-43 (Mark 5:21-43)
 
Have you ever been in a time of prayer and you have wondered, "Am I doing this right?" Do I have enough faith? Does He care about me if I have not been to church in a while? Does He still hear my prayer? Do I pray long enough or hard enough? Does God hear a pastor's prayers more than mine?
We probably have all wondered this! Satan has a way of working on us to make us feel as if God does not care and this can affect our faith. The good news is that God not only cares, but He shows us the answer to all of these doubts in His Word! Yes...My Jesus Cares!!!
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"He cares!"
 
I. Question: Am I doing this right?
— Two very different situations.
— Two very different people.
 
II. Question: Do I matter?
— Two very different approaches.
— Two very different responses from Jesus.
You matter to God!
 
III. Question: Am I doing it right?
— Faith over FEAR
— Faith over FACTS
Maybe it's not about you...

He can set you free! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 4:35-41 (Mark 4:35-41; John 15:5; 1 Chronicles 16:11; 2 Chronicles 7:14; Matthew 7:7; Acts 13:22)
 
When we hit difficulties in life, we have the natural instinct to "push through." We think, "I've got this!" Then, when things fall apart, we cry out to God for help. There is nothing wrong with crying out to God for help, but the real problem is that we need Him every step of the way. God does not want to be our last resort, He desires for us to lean on Him every step of every day.
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"He can set you free!"
 
I. There is a great evil/enemy
— The man was helpless
— The man was broken
 
II. He gives great hope
 
III. He brings great change
A. The man was "sitting" (he was at peace)
B. The man was "clothed" (he was covered)
C. The man was "in his right mind" (sound mind/sober minded)
D. The man was restored

He is our Help! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 4:35-41 (Mark 4:35-41; John 15:5; 1 Chronicles 16:11; 2 Chronicles 7:14; Matthew 7:7; Acts 13:22)
 
When we hit difficulties in life, we have the natural instinct to "push through." We think, "I've got this!" Then, when things fall apart, we cry out to God for help. There is nothing wrong with crying out to God for help, but the real problem is that we need Him every step of the way. God does not want to be our last resort, He desires for us to lean on Him every step of every day.
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS"He is our Help!"
What do we learn about Jesus from this story?He is our Help!
OUR RESPONSE: Seek Him!OUR QUESTION: Do you care?HIS QUESTION: Do you trust me?
Illustration #1: Sea of Galilee
Illustration #2: Sea of Galilee

He Gives Life Changing Truth! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 4:1-20 (Revelation 20:10; 21:6-8 & 12; Mark 4:1-11 & 14-20; Romans 10:9; 1 Corinthians 3:6; Matthew 8:12; Jeremiah 23:29)
 
Let me tell you about....Satan. I know our series is about my Jesus, but let's talk about our opposition. Satan is good at what he does because of his approach. The Bible explains that he is a deceiver, meaning, he knows how to trick us.In Mark 4, Jesus gives a powerful lesson that exposes the lies that we often fall for in life. In Mark 4, Jesus drops some truth that can change your life forever.
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"He Gives Life Changing Truth!"
 
TRUTH: There are a lot of deceived people. 
— deceived by Satan
— deceived by emotions
— deceived by the World
TRUTH: The Word of God will change your life.
TRUTH: Hell is real.
TRUTH: There is HOPE for everyone! 

He is Lord! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 2:1-12 (Mark 1:3, 21-27 & 40-44; 2:1-12; 4:39-41)
 
People literally marveled at the things Jesus said. They walked away from His teaching describing Him as one that taught with authority. When Jesus got into the presence of the demons, they feared Him. When Jesus was in the midst of a great storm, He rebuked the storm and it stopped!How is this possible? My Jesus is Lord!
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"He is Lord"
I. He is LordA. He has authority over demonsB. He has authority over diseaseC. He has authority over this worldD. He has authority over you
II. He is Love

No One Like Him! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 1 & 2 (Mark 1:1-22; 2:10; Matthew 3:14-15; Hebrews 4:15; Luke 4:18-19)
 
When Jesus began His public ministry, His mission was way more than meeting needs and healing people. Did He do these things? Yes! Why? Because He loves us and He cares about us.
In Mark chapter two, Jesus used an unusual situation to not only show us our greatest need, but He showed us all how He is our ONLY hope!
 
Series description: Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"No One Like Him!"
 
I. He came to confront sin.
II. He confronts our enemy.
III. He starts a movement. 

The Best News Ever! [Let me tell you about MY JESUS]

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 1 (Matthew 1:1-2 & 22; 3:16-17; 7:29; Acts 12:12-13 & 24-25; 13:13; 15:36-40; Colossians 4:10; 2 Timothy 4:11; Luke 1:1; John 1:1-2; Mark 1:1; 8:27-29; Genesis 3:15; 12:3; 49:10; Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; 61:1; Psalms 89:20)
 
Let's talk about the One that lived a life that changed the world! Jesus was all God, but He came to us in the flesh. Through the life of Jesus, we see His character, love, and compassion. We experience His teaching and this mission.The book of Mark is a special Gospel because it shows us the humanity of Jesus and allows us to get to know Jesus on a deeper level. Join us for this summer series and let me tell you about MY JESUS!
 
 
Let me tell you about...MY JESUS
"The Best News Ever!"
 
4 Gospels = 4 views/perspectives
1. Matthew
2. Luke
3. John
4. Mark
 
In the Bible, there were 3 groups of people that were anointed:
1. Prophet
2. The Priest
3. The King
 
Illustration #1: String quartet
 
Illustration #2: Movie camera
 
Illustration #3: A great fire in the city of Rome (64 AD)
 
Illustration #4: Christians tarred, lite on fire and used as human torches
 
Illustration #5: Christians killed by lions as entertainment at Colosseums