http://www.maplecitychapel.org It's our prayer that you will receive a clear sense that Jesus is present whenever you visit us. We invite you to worship Him with a church family who loves God and loves you. Maple City Chapel is located in Goshen, Indiana. en It's our prayer that you will receive a clear sense that Jesus is present whenever you visit us. We invite you to worship Him with a church family who loves God and loves you. Maple City Chapel is located in Goshen, Indiana. Maple City Chapel no Maple City Chapelcast mccinfo@maplecitychapel.org ℗ & © 2010 Maple City Chapel 720 REPENT and be BAPTIZED http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/repent-and-be-baptized http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100815.mp3 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 02:44:43 GMT Mel Shetler REPENT and be BAPTIZED repent_and_be_baptized,repentance,baptism,john_the_baptist Nelson Coblentz - The Cup That We are Handed http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/nelson-coblentz-the-cup-that-we-are-handed http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100808.mp3 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 02:08:55 GMT Mel Shetler Nelson Coblentz - The Cup That We are Handed nelson_coblentz,the_cup_that_we_are_handed The Kingdom http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-kingdom http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100801.mp3 Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:15:57 GMT Joe Miller The Kingdom the_kingdom Youth Sunday 2010 http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/youth-sunday-2010 http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100725.mp3 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:49:16 GMT Scott Herbert Youth Sunday 2010 youth_sunday_2010,youth._mission_trip Can Men and Women Just be Friends? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7: 1-7 • What does friendship look like between men and women? • Friendships are discovered • Friendships are about something • Friendship is more than two • True friendship is based on “appreciation-love” not “need-love.” Wholesome opposite-sex friendships have these elements • You watch your body language • You have clear boundaries • You assume a clear posture • You know when to be open and when to be private • You know how to enjoy clean fun Sever ungodly soul ties. Lord sever the ungodly soul tie between me and ______________. I confess it as sin and I repent before you oh God. Forgive me for the hurt I have caused to those who have put their love and trust in me. Restore the broken or torn portions of my soul. Lord, remove anything that has come into me through this soul tie and, Lord bring back anything godly that has been stolen from me. http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/can-men-and-women-just-be-friends http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100718.mp3 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 04:40:11 GMT Mel Shetler Can Men and Women Just be Friends? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7: 1-7 • What does friendship look like between men and women? • Friendships are discovered • Friendships are about something • Friendship is more than two • True ... can_men_and_women_just_be_friends?,ungodly_soul_ties,david_and_jonathan “Arise, Call on Your God…” What will motivate us to move on behalf of this generation? So the captain came and said to him, “ What do you mean, sleeper? Arise, call on your God; perhaps your God will consider us, so that we may not perish.” Jonah 1:6 “For the earnest expectation of the creation eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God.” Romans 8:19 1. The desperation of the world. 2. The necessity of a situation. 3. The voice of God 4. Encouragement http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/arise-call-on-your-god http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100711.mp3 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 04:09:19 GMT Gary Miller “Arise, Call on Your God…” What will motivate us to move on behalf of this generation? So the captain came and said to him, “ What do you mean, sleeper? Arise, call on your God; perhaps your God will consider us, so that we may not ... arise_call_on_your_god,jonah,desperation,voice_of_god,encouragement The Declaration http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-declaration http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100704.mp3 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 03:37:00 GMT Gary Miller The Declaration the_declaration,july_4,2010 Remembering Our Lord http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/remembering-our-lord http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100627.mp3 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 02:49:41 GMT Mel Shetler Remembering Our Lord remembering_our_lord,communion Dad, You Are a Mighty Man of Valor http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/dad-you-are-a-mighty-man-of-valor http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100620.mp3 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 03:09:55 GMT Mel Shetler Dad, You Are a Mighty Man of Valor dad_you_are_a_mighty_man_of_valor,fathers_day,2010,gideon The Gap of Ridicule How should the Kingdom of God look? http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-gap-of-ridicule http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100613.mp3 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:50:27 GMT Joe Miller The Gap of Ridicule How should the Kingdom of God look? kingdom_of_god,the_gap_of_ridicule,kingdom_of_man,moralism http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/disciplining-children http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100606.mp3 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 03:26:38 GMT Mel Shetler disciplining_children,christian_discipline Nurture-The Need of Every Child Where does a child get its primary concept of God? “Let your light so shine before men, (your children) that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16) God is as seen in father and mother. We have about 12 years to build a bridge to the heart of our child. Ephesians 1:1-11 1. They need to feel blessed for who they are (vv. 3) 2. They need to feel chosen every day (vv. 4) 3. They need to know they belong to an earthly family along with a special adoption into a heavenly family. (vv. 5) 4. They need to know they are accepted (vv. 6) 5. They need to experience the riches of grace – forgiveness (vv. 7) 6. They need to know they will always be your son and daughter and be part of your God honoring heritage. (vv. 11) Make your home a place where these concepts are part of your daily conversation Deuteronomy 6:4-9 1. Parents need to be healthy in their own response to God. (vv. 4, 5) 2. More powerful concepts are caught from the parents heart than taught from their head (vv. 6, 7) When sitting at home While going on a walk When putting them to bed When getting them up in the morning 3. Recognize the power of visual messages (vv. 8, 9) House decorations Symbols and family traditions http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/nurture-the-need-of-every-child http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100530.mp3 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:53:00 GMT Mel Shetler Nurture-The Need of Every Child Where does a child get its primary concept of God? “Let your light so shine before men, (your children) that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” (Matthew ... nuture,child,raising_children,chosen,blessed,belong,accepted,forgiven,heritage Sermon by Carlin Yoder Principle of the Clinton Christian School and Indiana State Senator http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/carlin-yoder http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100523.mp3 Sun, 23 May 2010 19:30:56 GMT Mel Shetler Sermon by Carlin Yoder Principle of the Clinton Christian School and Indiana State Senator carlin_yoder,clinton_christian_school The Freedom of Discipline Putting Costly Love into Action Galatians Chapter 6 What do spiritual people do when someone has been overtaken by sin? 1. Our goal is always restoration. (Verse 1) 2. Our attitude is to restore such a person in the spirit of meekness (gently). (Verse 1) 3. Our personal responsibility is to examine ourselves because we also will be tempted before the day is over. (Verse 1 & 4) 4. Our church responsibility is help carry each other’s burdens that result from sin. (Verse 2) 5. We are warned against the most serious spiritual danger of all, the self-delusion of pride that results in deception. (Verse 3,4) 6. Each one of us in this restoration process is also asked to carry our own share of the responsibility. (Verse 5) 7. We have the powerful law of God working on our behalf-the law of sowing and reaping. (Verse 7) Common objections to the practice of church discipline: 1. People will simply leave the church and go to another church if they are confronted. 2. Western individualism will not accept this kind of accountability-they will accuse us of being judgmental and legalistic. 3. It takes too much time, and in a large congregation there is no way we can follow up on all the people. 4. Teaching and practicing church discipline is inconsistent with our emphasis on grace and the love of God. 5. Spirit-inspired preaching of the Scripture will by itself produce holy congregations. It’s the Holy Spirits job we just sow the seed! Lesson 101 about discipline from the church in Corinth 1 Corinthians Chapter 5 1. Once you know it you have a responsibility (Verse 1) 2. Christ followers mourn over sinful consequences (Verse 2) 3. Call a church family meeting (Verse 3) 4. Recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit and the power of Jesus in the meeting. (Verse 4) 5. In the name of Jesus deliver the unrepentant up to reap the painful consequences of their sin-so they might be restored to Christ and His church (Verse 5) 6. The purity of Christ’s bride needs to be preserved (Verse 6-8) 7. If you go on fellowshipping with someone living in sin you become a partaker with them in their sin. (Verse 10, 11) 8. Six sinful addictive patterns that you are to be aware of : sexually immoral b. covetous c. idolater d. reviler e. drunkard f. extortioner For Godly sorrow produces repentance that gets to the root issue and leaves no regret; but the sorrow of the world produces death. (2 Cor. 7:10) Worldly Sorrow Godly sorrow Person in Your self God and others primary focus Attitudes or Damage done to actions in Past misdeeds others and our future primary focus correct deeds Attitude toward Anger and Love and respect self frustration combined with concern Result External change, Repentance and change Lingering guilt, based on an attitude Continued struggles of love and mutual and rebellion respect Confession-means to agree with God about your sin The church is given the weighty responsibility of “binding and loosing sin” and “forgiving and retaining” sin. (Mathew 18:18; John 20:21) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-freedom-of-discipline http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100516.mp3 Sun, 16 May 2010 19:30:44 GMT Mel Shetler Freedom freedom,the_freedom_of_discipline,discipline,church_discipline A Mothers Legacy http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/a-mothers-legacy http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100509.mp3 Sun, 09 May 2010 03:00:35 GMT Mel Shetler A Mothers Legacy mothers_day,2010,abraham,sara The Path to True Freedom (Galatians 5) Path 1: Legalism - Freedom comes from strict observance to an elaborate system of rules Guide: Law – the Law will lead you to freedom and life * Hypocritical legalist – actors and pretenders (Matt. 6:1-6) * Devout legalist – zealous about God but misguided (e.g., Saul) Path 2: Selfishness – Freedom comes by doing whatever you want to do (Gal. 5:13, 16-17) Guide: Flesh/Selfish Desire – Selfish desire will lead you to freedom and life Path 3: Love – Freedom comes from faith expressing itself through love (Gal. 5:6) Guide: The Spirit – God’s Spirit will lead you to true freedom and life (Gal. 5:16) * “Grace mixed with faith and love poured over me and into me. And all because of Jesus” (I Tim. 1:14, The Message) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-path-to-true-freedom http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100502.mp3 Sun, 02 May 2010 01:34:16 GMT Jay Shetler Freedom freedom,legalism,guide_law,selfishness,freedom,spirit,the_path_to_true_freedom FREEDOM…The Unfair Advantage Scripture: Galatians Chapter Four “My little children, for whom I labor in birth again until Christ is formed in you.” (Galatians 4:19) “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” (Matthew 5:8) 1. v19. Something is always being formed. 2. v21-26. The value of example. 3. v28-31. The pure in heart are ruthless. 4. v27. The sound of victory. “God’s directives don’t seem so maddening when we obey them and see the fruitful results.” David Jeremiah http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/freedomthe-unfair-advantage http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100425.mp3 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 02:23:59 GMT Gary Miller Freedom freedom,the_unfair_advantage,example,purity,victory FREEDOM…Setting us Free from the Performance Trap Scripture: Galatians Chapter Three What is the most foolish thing you can do as a Christ follower? (Verse 1-5) Why is this so foolish? (Verse 6-13) What difference does father Abraham’s family blessing make? (Verse 14-18) What was the purpose of the law? (Verse 19-25) We are baptized into Christ and a new church family. (Verse 26 -29) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/freedomsetting-us-free-from-the-performance-trap http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100418.mp3 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 02:48:15 GMT Mel Shetler Freedom freedom,performance_trap,performance,performing FREEDOM-From Peer Pressure Scripture: Galatians chapter two Two background stories as told by Paul: • Paul’s team (Barnabas & Titus) met with the apostolic leaders in Jerusalem at the home church. (Verses 1-10) • Bringing correction to the new outreach church at Antioch (Verses 11-14) What can we learn about peer pressure from this scripture? • Giving into the pressure of our peers exposes the fears in our heart (Verse 12) • Giving into the pressure of our peers is a form of hypocrisy (Verse 13) • Giving into the pressure of our peers is triangulation at its worst. (Verse 4, 12) • Giving into the pressure of our peers has devastating consequences (Verses 13, 14) What is the redemptive response to a spiritual leader who has sold out because of the pressure of peers? • Storm the gates of their heart with a face-to-face encounter. (Verse 11) • If that doesn’t work confront them before all (Verse 14) What is the difference between showing deference, doing something for expediency sake, showing conciliation or giving into peer pressure? • Showing deference is about representing Jesus well-giving into peer pressure is all about us. • What is being sacrificed for expediency’s sake? • Paul says he did not yield to them so that the truth of the gospel might continue in you. • Doing something for expediency sake at the price of an important conviction erodes our spiritual power, our credibility, and the integrity of our witness http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/freedom-from-peer-pressure http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100411.mp3 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:41:06 GMT Mel Shetler Freedom freedom,peer_pressure,peers,conviction,credibility,witness,integrity FREEDOM…Rescued from this Present Evil Scripture: Galatians Chapter One The Easter Message ”Paul an apostle…by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead…who gave Himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” (Verse 1-5) What is the evidence the church has bought into this present evil age? • People are surprisingly quick to desert their faith. (Verse 6) • People are easily thrown into confusion. (Verse 7) • People become deceived and gullible. (Verse 8, 9) • Pleasing people and winning approval becomes more important than serving Christ. (Verses 10) What is the gospel message for this present evil age? • Believing moral absolutes come from God. (Verse 11- 12) • Believing we are called by God and commissioned with authority. (Verse 1, 15, 16) • Knowing that authentic is rooted in biblical revelation. (Verse 17-20) • By our personal testimony of transformation: • “The man who formerly persecuted us is now preaching the faith he once tried to destroy.” (Verse 21-24) • “And they glorified God because of me!” http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/freedomrescued-from-this-present-evil http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100404.mp3 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 01:08:52 GMT Mel Shetler Freedom freedom,easter,gospel If Jesus Came .. Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17 To Your Town: Verses 1-11 What would you untie and give up that He needs? (Verses1-6) What would you take off and lay down to honor Him? (Verses 7-8) What would you “shout out” to worship Him? (Verses 9-11) To Our Church: Verses 12-17 What would He drive out? What would He turn over? What would He restore? http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/if-jesus-came- http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100328.mp3 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 03:30:34 GMT Mel Shetler If Jesus Came .. Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17 To Your Town: Verses 1-11 What would you untie and give up that He needs? (Verses1-6) What would you take off and lay down to honor Him? (Verses 7-8) What would you “shout out” to worship Him? ... if_jesus_came,to_your_town,to_our_church Patterns That Define You John 7:38 “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. He who believes in me as the scripture has said, out of his heart shall flow rivers of living water.” Daniel Henderson – “Trusting our flawed perceptions, our confused internal conversations, and our wide range of emotions feels natural, but is ultimately perilous.” The Three Chairs First Chair People: Joshua 24:14-15 “But as for me and my house we will serve the Lord.” Second Chair People: Judges 2:7 “So the people served the Lord all the days of Joshua.” Third Chair People: Judges 2:10-11 “When all that generation died, another generation arose after them that did not know the Lord…” http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/patterns-that-define-you http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100321.mp3 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 02:18:11 GMT Gary Miller Patterns That Define You John 7:38 “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink. He who believes in me as the scripture has said, out of his heart shall flow rivers of living water.” Daniel ... patterns_that_define_you,three_chairs,thirsts,drink “Do I March or Do I Stay?” Scripture: Isaiah 40:12-31 God cares about the fears of His people. They are being asked to leave Babylon and head home after being there for 70 years. Their parents who remembered the homeland have all died. It’s a 700-mile march through treacherous terrain while only taking the possessions that could be carried on their back, all on the basis of a prophet’s word…this was a risk that provoked thoughts of fear! The key question leading to effective decision-making is to ask, “What would I decide if I weren’t afraid?” It is astounding to me that the most awesome descriptions of God in the entire Bible are shared to help His people deal with their fears. How big is God compared to all the nations? (Verses 12-17) How big is God compared to images we build? (Verses 18-20) How big is God compared to world rulers? (Verses 21-24) How big is God in relation to His universe? (Verses 25-26) How big is God in relation to you? Does He care for you personally? (Verses 27-31) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/do-i-march-or-do-i-stay http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100307.mp3 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:21:57 GMT Mel Shetler “Do I March or Do I Stay?” Scripture: Isaiah 40:12-31 God cares about the fears of His people. They are being asked to leave Babylon and head home after being there for 70 years. Their parents who remembered the homeland have all died. ... do_i_march_or_do_i_stay,how_big_is_your_god,fear,god,creator How Big is Your God? http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/how-big-is-your-god---stacy-bontrager http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100228.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 04:59:47 GMT Mel Shetler How Big is Your God? how_big_is_your_god,creation,universe,galaxy,hubble_photographs Deliver Us From Evil http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/deliver-us-from-evil http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100221.mp3 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 20:15:42 GMT Gary Miller Deliver Us From Evil deliver_us_from_evil,deliverance,anguish,love,god's_love Valentines Day - Glendon Bender http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/valentines-day-glendon-bender http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100214.mp3 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 03:58:22 GMT Mel Shetler Valentines Day - Glendon Bender valentines_day,love,god's_love,jesus How to be a Jesus Fan Super Bowl Sermon Acts 26:24-28; Luke 16:8 Football theological definitions: Blitz - Illegal motion - End Run – Staying in the Pocket – Trap – Two-minute Warning – Sudden Death – How are sports fans more competitive and wise in their generation than the children of light? Sports fans are non-conformist! Sports fans do not withhold their money. Sports fans are committed Sports fans are loyal. Sports fans are passionate. Sports fans know how the game is to be played Sports fans know what the score is at all times http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/how-to-be-a-jesus-fan http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100207.mp3 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:02:00 GMT Mel Shetler How to be a Jesus Fan Super Bowl Sermon Acts 26:24-28; Luke 16:8 Football theological definitions: Blitz - Illegal motion - End Run – Staying in the Pocket – Trap – Two-minute Warning – Sudden Death – ... jesus,jesus_fan,super_bowl,committed,loyal,non-conformist Exhausted, But Still in Pursuit Ephesians 6:13-18 (New International Version) 13Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. 18And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints. http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/exhausted-but-still-in-pursuit http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100131.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:56:31 GMT Gary Miller Exhausted, But Still in Pursuit Ephesians 6:13-18 (New International Version) 13Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. ... exhausted,still_in_pursuit,god's_armor,man's_armor How do you Really Know the Will of God? Scripture: Romans 12:1, 2 Every Christ follower faces decisions. Rarely do we get through an entire day without being confronted with many different choices-most of them minor, some of them major. Is there any guarantee that we can consistently do the right thing? The Bible is filled with practical suggestions for making good choices. The message this morning is to encourage you in words of the prophet Isaiah, “This is the way, walk ye in it” (Isaiah 30:21) You need to know the game plan (Ephesians 2:8-10) So what color socks should I wear today? (Psalm 121:8; 139:1-5) This is what you do to know the will of God (Romans 12:1, 2) Take your everyday ordinary life - how you dress, your health, sleeping, eating, going to work or school, or a stay at home mom, and place it before the Lord as an offering Focus on Gods presence day and night as an act of worship Don’t let the culture press you into its mold “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” This is being changed from the inside-out This process will guarantee you to know what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/how-do-you-really-know-the-will-of-god http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100124.mp3 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 19:55:51 GMT Mel Shetler How do you Really Know the Will of God? Scripture: Romans 12:1, 2 Every Christ follower faces decisions. Rarely do we get through an entire day without being confronted with many different choices-most of them minor, some of them major. Is ... god's_will,will_of_god,know,socks,focus,worship What do you have in your hand? Scripture: Exodus 4: 1-5; 14:16; 17:5, 8-12 Throw it down! Pick it up! Now you’re ready to lead our youth. (7:9, 12) Stretch it out- to cross the sea. (14:16) Swing it hard- to get water from the Rock. (17:5, 6) Hold it high- when you’re in the battle. (17: 8-12) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/what-do-you-have-in-your-hand http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100117.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 19:43:43 GMT Mel Shetler What do you have in your hand? Scripture: Exodus 4: 1-5; 14:16; 17:5, 8-12 Throw it down! Pick it up! Now you’re ready to lead our youth. (7:9, 12) Stretch it out- to cross the sea. (14:16) Swing it hard- to get water from the ... rod,staff,god's_staff,moses,serpent,red_sea,water_from_rock,calling,pupose Where There is no Vision the Church Loses it’s Purpose Luke 4:14-21 http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/where-there-is-no-vision-the-church-loses-its-purpose http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100110.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 15:24:52 GMT Mel Shetler Where There is no Vision the Church Loses it’s Purpose Luke 4:14-21 new_years'_message,2010,new_year,vision,purpose New Years' Message http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/new-years-message http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20100103.mp3 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 01:41:48 GMT Mel Shetler New Years' Message new_years'_message,2010,new_year To Him Who Is, Who Was, And Is To Come...be Glory and Power Forever http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/to-him-who-is-who-was-and-is-to-comebe-glory-and-power-forever http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091227.mp3 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 21:01:35 GMT Mel Shetler To Him Who Is, Who Was, And Is To Come...be Glory and Power Forever pictures_of_jesus,jesus,portrait,changing,change A Savior Has Been Born to You The most generous of all gifts = Immanuel Scripture: Luke 2:1-20 Micah 4:8 Sermon Notes The Christmas Story: http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/a-savior-has-been-born-to-you http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091220.mp3 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 00:41:38 GMT Mel Shetler Generosity by Command generosity_by_command,giving,generosity,generous_heart,christmas,immanuel The Indescribable Jesus Christ Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 If you had the privilege of introducing Jesus Christ in this morning’s service what would you say? (Verse 15) If someone was looking for Jesus in our town, how would you describe Him, so He could be found? A Man going around town sowing kingdom seed generously (Verse 6) A Man guided by His heart in being generous (Verse 7) A Man giving cheerfully (Verse 7) A Man able to extend grace toward any person’s need at anytime and at any place. (Verse 8-11) How would you describe His followers? You would see the people that are hanging out with Him being generous. (Verse 11b) Because of their generosity, the world sits up and takes notice. (Verse 12-14) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-indescribable-jesus-christ http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091213.mp3 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 02:36:06 GMT Mel Shetler Generosity by Command generosity_by_command,giving,generosity,cheerful_giving,finding_jesus The Invisible People “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” Psalm 51:10 A generous heart causes us to see what many don’t see, and respond accordingly. http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-invisible-people http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091206.mp3 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 03:50:01 GMT Gary Miller Generosity by Command generosity_by_command,giving,generosity,generous_heart How Big Is Your Chair? Genesis 26, Psalms 22:3, Hebrews 3:17-18 "But you are holy who inhabit the praises of Israel." (Psalms 22:3) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/how-big-is-your-chair http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091129.mp3 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 03:11:44 GMT GIVING THANKS – the stories of us giving_thanks,blessings,trials,tribulations Giving Thanks: Stories of God's Grace http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/giving-thanks-stories-of-gods-grace http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091122.mp3 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:48:24 GMT Mel Shetler GIVING THANKS – the stories of us giving_thanks,stories_of_god's_grace,miracles,grace,faith,healing Forgiven: From the Mire to the Choir http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/forgiven-from-the-mire-to-the-choir http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091115.mp3 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:00:40 GMT Mel Shetler Forgiven forgiven,forgivness,jesus,new_song,trust FORGIVENESS: Is Total Forgiveness Realistic? Scriptures: Ephesians 4:29-32 Luke 7:44-48 What does forgiveness mean? Forgive is translated from a Greek word meaning “be gracious” but has a much broader concept to extend grace to others as God has extended grace to us. What does forgiveness not mean? It does not.. Deny the evil that was done Excuse sinful behavior or remove the consequences Pretend it never happened or you weren’t wronged Glossing over the pain you suffered How do I know when I have truly forgiven? You no longer think about it day and night You no longer have to talk about it all the time You no longer feel the need to seek revenge You no longer live in bitterness and anger You can recall those who hurt you and can wish them well Making the four promises of forgiveness “I will not dwell on this incident.” “I will not bring up this incident again and use it against you.” “I will not talk to others about this incident.” “I will not let this incident stand between us or hinder our personal relationship.” (In a few cases this would be unwise) What does it mean to forgive like Jesus? (Luke 7:44-48) You cannot do it alone Forgiveness is a gift. Forgiveness is a response of the heart, not feelings Forgiveness and love are always connected http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/forgiveness-is-total-forgiveness-realistic http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091108.mp3 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:43:28 GMT Mel Shetler Forgiven forgiven,forgivness,jesus,gift,true_forgivness Understanding the Nature of God’s Forgiveness? Scripture: Matthew 18: 21-35 The big question on Peter’s heart that needs an answer! How often shall I forgive my brother who sins against me? Peter suggested the answer, “Seven times?” Jesus answers, No! “Seventy times seven.” 490 times The story, “The Kingdom of heaven is like…” sets this parable in the context of Divine grace 1. The huge debt of our sin could never be repaid (Verse 24, 25) 2. This story is for those of us who are blind to our own sins 3. This story is for anybody finding it hard to forgive 4. Forgiveness always costs the innocent one, for he (the king) forgives the debt out of love and compassion. (Verse 26, 27) 5. The forgiven servant failed to embrace the principle of grace. (Verse 33-34) a. He was very aggressive in going after a small debt because he was covering up a far bigger debt. b. He didn’t receive the king’s love and forgiveness in his heart so he couldn’t pass it on c. Everybody could see his blatant injustice except he, himself d. At the end of day he was not free – but experienced endless torture 6. This story provides us with a strong motivation to forgive (Verse 35) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/understanding-the-nature-of-gods-forgiveness http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091101.mp3 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:44:17 GMT Mel Shetler Forgiven forgiven,forgivness,debt,grace,love,compassion Psalm 18 A Psalm of David The Servant of the Lord, Who Spoke to the Lord The Words of This Song on the Day that the Lord Delivered Him from the Hand of All His Enemies and from the Hand of Saul. 1 And He Said: I will love You, O Lord, my strength. 2 The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. 3 I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised; So shall I be saved from my enemies. 4 The pangs of death surrounded me, And the floods of ungodliness made me afraid. 5 The sorrows of Sheol surrounded me; The snares of death confronted me. 6 In my distress I called upon the Lord, And cried out to my God; He heard my voice from His temple, And my cry came before Him, even to His ears. 46 The Lord lives! Blessed be my Rock! Let the God of my salvation be exalted. http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/psalm-18 http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091018.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:31:31 GMT Gary Miller Psalm 18 A Psalm of David The Servant of the Lord, Who Spoke to the Lord The Words of This Song on the Day that the Lord Delivered Him from the Hand of All His Enemies and from the Hand of Saul. 1 And He Said: I will love You, O Lord, my ... psalm_18,death,protection,prayer Healing the Wounded Spirit Scripture: Luke 17:1-7 A person’s spirit will sustain him in sickness; but a wounded spirit who can bear it. (Proverbs 18:14) How do we get wounded? 1. From those who sin against us 2. From our own personal sins 3. From traumatic incidents 4. From unhealthy responses to people and situations we have misinterpreted – just because we got hurt does not prove that someone has wronged us Why is this an important issue? * Because wounded soldiers cannot go into battle * Because bitterness is long-held unforgiveness about a wound we received, and unforgiveness hinders prayer (Luke 11;4 * Because hurting people hurt other people and it gets passed on. How do you pray for the healing of wounds? (Luke 17:6, 7) * You can start with a speck of faith like a grain of mustard seed * Speak to the mulberry tree with its massive root system –remove it (Vs. 6) * Uprooting a wound will “hurt to heal” * Keep speaking God’s WORD over the wound – God will bring the healing The words of Jesus to the wounded * “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds” (Ps.147:3) * “By His wounds we are healed.” (Is. 53:5) * “He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted and set the oppressed free.” (Luke 4:18 Invite Jesus to minister to your wounds * “A bruised reed He will not break” * “A flickering wick He will not snuff out.” (Matt. 12:20) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/healing-the-wounded-spirit http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091011.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:33:26 GMT Mel Shetler Healing the Wounded Spirit Scripture: Luke 17:1-7 A person’s spirit will sustain him in sickness; but a wounded spirit who can bear it. (Proverbs 18:14) How do we get wounded? 1. From those who sin against us 2. From ... prayer,bitterness,wounded,healing_wounds,wounds,healing A Vision Worth Dying For Scripture: Acts 2:42-47 What is Unique About the DNA of Maple City Chapel? 1. We are an evangelical church theologically but not necessarily traditional 2. We value spiritual unity in the midst of a growing diversity 3. We believe it is important to engage our culture on their level without watering down the gospel 4. We believe it is important to engage our culture on their level without watering down the gospel 5. We appreciate order and excellence along with freedom of the Spirit 6. We believe that inspirational worship strengthens all Christ Followers 7. We believe the church as God intended it is the hope of the world Would You Step Up To The Plate To Die For This Vision? 1. The word of God trumps everything in this media saturated world heralding the absolute TRUTH that sets us free (vs.42) 2. Worshiping God and enjoying Him in the midst of all other enticing distractions is the ultimate fulfillment in life (vs. 47,48) 3. Connecting with other Christ followers in spiritual fellowship is to experience the greatest family here on earth. (vs. 42) 4. Learning to pray and then praying effectively will guarantee living life a “notch above” the ordinary. (vs. 42) 5. Taking the initiative to walk across the room to get acquainted could earn you the privilege to share the greatest gift in life (verse 47) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/a-vision-worth-dying-for http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090927.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:29:09 GMT Mel Shetler A Vision Worth Dying For Scripture: Acts 2:42-47 What is Unique About the DNA of Maple City Chapel? 1. We are an evangelical church theologically but not necessarily traditional 2. We value spiritual unity in the midst of a growing ... vision,church,unique,word_of_god,worshipping_god,connecting,prayer Where is God in Times of Crisis? Scripture: Geneses 16 What created this crisis between Abram, Sarai and Hagar? Impatience with God Jealousy Abram’s lack of leadership in his marriage Sarai so mistreated Hagar that she fled Two questions to ask when running from a crisis. (Verse 8) How did I get here? Where am I going? Two necessary responses when running from a crisis (Verse 9) Go back and face the situation Go with the promise God gave you Encountering God in times of crisis (Verse 13, 14) Hagar, “You are the God who sees me.” Hagar, “I have now seen the One who sees me.” Give it a name to remember the experience. “Beer Lahai Roi” http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/where-is-god-in-times-of-crisis http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20091006.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 03:13:45 GMT Mel Shetler Where is God in Times of Crisis? Scripture: Geneses 16 What created this crisis between Abram, Sarai and Hagar? Impatience with God Jealousy Abram’s lack of leadership in his marriage Sarai so mistreated Hagar that she fled ... crisis,where_is_god,abram,sarah,remember,promise,situation Simon and The Woman Luke 7:36-50 Simon - Get - Was concerned with what was going on around him - Invited Jesus to come to him - Wanted to know what Jesus would do - Questioned the validity of Jesus The Woman - Give - Was concerned with what was going on in her heart - Went looking for Jesus - Wanted to know who Jesus was - Proved the valididty of Christ The focus of what God is doing in your life takes place in you, not around you. --Andy Stanley, in "Like A Rock" http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/simon-and-the-woman http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090920.mp3 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 22:02:06 GMT Gary Miller Simon and The Woman Luke 7:36-50 Simon - Get - Was concerned with what was going on around him - Invited Jesus to come to him - Wanted to know what Jesus would do - Questioned the validity of Jesus The Woman - Give - ... focus,gods_way,circumstances,simon,woman,tears,washed_feet The Economy of our Heart What is present when we peal back the layers of our heart? Searching our hearts for the reasons we do "church". Are our hearts hard and cold or soft and pliable? Link to Video shown before sermon: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3ASRN3ARys http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/the-economy-of-our-heart http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090913.mp3 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 02:44:19 GMT Gene Troyer The Economy of our Heart What is present when we peal back the layers of our heart? Searching our hearts for the reasons we do "church". Are our hearts hard and cold or soft and pliable? Link to Video shown before ... heart_condition,economy_of_our_heart,soft_and_pliable,cold_and_hard Living with no Regrets No Guilt in Life-No Fear in Death, LIVE BOLDLY Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15 We can only build on one foundation _______ ___________ Three building materials that will leave a lasting legacy: 1. C______________ 2. C______________ 3. C_______________ Every building will face three tests: 1. ______________ 2. Q_____________ of material 3. F_______ You, yourself are God’s building. 1. God’s __________dwells in you 2. That makes you _______________ http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/no-guilt-in-life-no-fear-in-death-live-boldly http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090906.mp3 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 01:39:57 GMT Mel Shetler Living with No Regrets living_with_no_regrets,guilt,live_boldly,legacy,tests Living With No Regrets It’s Time To Be Humble Learn from your losses The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter. Then Peter remembered the word the Lord had spoken to him: “Before the rooster crows today, you will disown me three times.” And he went outside and wept bitterly. (Luke 22:61, 62) Take responsibility for your failures “A person who refuses to admit his sins can never be successful. But if he confesses and forsakes them, he discovers God’s mercy.” (Proverbs 28:13) Get complete release from your guilt “But go, tell his disciples and Peter, “He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him just as he told you.” (Mark 16:7) All champions in the bible: 1. Sensed a call 2. Hit the wall 3. Had a fall (on their knees) 4. Rose up and stood tall “Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God. They are brought to their knees and fall, but we rise up and stand firm. (Psalm 20: 7, 8) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/its-time-to-be-humble http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090830.mp3 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 03:08:57 GMT Mel Shetler Living with No Regrets living_with_no_regrets,pride,humility,guilt,responsibility,learn Living with No Regrets Love Completely John 15: 9-17 The defining question: “If you knew you had one month to live how would you live it?” Relationships really matter! Five regrets to loving relationships: 1. The regret of a “Me first” life pattern 2. The regret of disloyalty 3. The regret of destructive communication 4. The regret of trying to change others by control 5. The regret of not forgiving or asking for forgiveness The four greatest biblical principles in learning how to love completely 1. Jesus calls for sacrifice and commitment (verse 13) 2. Learn how to be faithful and loyal (verse 14) 3. Develop loving, honest and transparent communication (verse 15) 4. Unconditional love the key for change (verse 16) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/love-completely http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090823.mp3 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 17:51:52 GMT Mel Shetler Living with No Regrets living_with_no_regrets,love,regrets,disloyalty,communication,loyal,forgive Heaven Who Gets To Go? Rev 7:9-10: 9 After these things I looked, and behold, a great multitude which no one could number, of all nations, tribes, peoples, and tongues, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, with palm branches in their hands, 10 and crying out with a loud voice, saying, “Salvation belongs to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb!” Matt. 5:21-24: 21 “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not murder, and whoever murders will be in danger of the judgment.’ 22 But I say to you that whoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment. And whoever says to his brother, ‘Raca!’ shall be in danger of the council. But whoever says, ‘You fool!’ shall be in danger of hell fire. 23 Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, 24 leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way... http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/heaven-who-gets-to-go http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090816.mp3 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 23:36:55 GMT Gary Miller Living with No Regrets living_with_no_regrets,holy_living,heaven,rightous,grace “Living with No Regrets” Live Passionately Luke 5:18-26 When you think about it, we don’t have control over many things in life. We didn’t get to decide where we were born, who are parents are, or which time period or culture we live in. We don’t get to decide the dates on our gravestone. Only God knows when out time is up on this earth. It could be next week or next year or decades away. But there is one thing we have a vast amount of control over. We get to decide how we are going to live today! “So love the Lord God with all your passion and prayer and intelligence and energy.” Mark 12:30 (Msg) “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” Rom. 12:11 (NIV) 1. Step out of the routine and do something drastic (verse 18) Realize its do or die! 2. Push back when meeting the unexpected (verse 19) Miracles seem more frequent beyond the point of our normal response. 3. Create space for God where there seems to be no space (verse 19) 4. Accept the grace He extends to you (verse 20) 5. Keep a reminder of the remarkable things you see each day. (Verse 24-26) http://www.sermoncloud.com/maple-city-chapel/live-passionately http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/150/mcch20090809.mp3 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 04:38:33 GMT Mel Shetler Living with No Regrets living_with_no_regrets,passion,live_today,zeal,fervor,remarkable