Arise Church with Brent Simpson

What does the Bible REALLY say about LGBTQ+? |Pride and Prejudice |Pastor Brent & Dr. Michael Brown

Dr. Michael Brown sits with Pastor Brent to discuss LGBTQ+ theology. In this conversation he answers questions about: Mathew Vines pro-gay theology. What was the sin of Sodom (Inhospitality. Rape. General wickedness)? Moses, the law, and LGBTQ+, What Jesus said about homosexuality, Natural vs Unnatural, The Greek words Malakos and Arsenokoite, David & Jonathan, Ruth & Naomi, Eunuchs, the centurions servant, and Is there hope for with unwanted same sex attraction? Key texts: Genesis 19:4-9, Ezekiel 16:49-50, 2 Peter 2:6-7, Jude 7, Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13, John 21:25, John 20:31, Mark 10:6-9, Matthew 19: 4-6, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 1 Timothy 1:9-11, I Corinthians 6:11

hat does it mean to act like a man? | Pastor Brent Simpson

1 Kings 2:1-10, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14  

FIVE CHARGES TO MEN ON THIS FATHER’S DAY

1. Act Like A Man.

1 Corinthians 4:14-16, Proverbs 14:12

2. Be Watchful.

3. Stand Firm.

4. Be Strong.

5. Do Everything in Love. Vs 12 So Solomon sat on the throne of his father David, and his rule was firmly established. Reflection Questions:

1. What do you believe it means to “Act like a man”?

2. How (or how have they not) have the men in your life demonstrated this?

3. Since these five are relevant to both men and women, which of the five do you struggle with the most?

A Christian response to the LGBTQ+ Community | Pastor Brent Simpson | Pride and Prejudice

1. We Must Know the Word of God.

2 Timothy 4:3,  I Corinthians 6:9-12, Hebrews 4:15, 1 Corinthians 10:13

2. We Must Seek the Heart of God.

John 3:16, John 8:1-11

3. We Must Express the Word and Heart of God.

John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

- Grace without truth is meaningless, Truth without grace is mean.

- We all have the same sickness (sin), and we’re all treated with the same remedy: THE BLOOD.

Reflection Questions:

1. What Biblical standard are you tempted to lower to reflect your lifestyle? 2. How well do you manage grace and truth? Do you lean toward one side? 3. Who is someone you need to apologize to for the way you handled truth without grace?

What to do when you’re waiting on God | Prathyash Thomas | Pentecost Sunday

Waiting Room to Upper Room

God doesn’t own a watch, still He is never too late or never too early

Dr. Larry Dossey, a Dallas internist, coined a new term called - “Hurry Sickness,” which he defines as “an increased sensitivity to the passage of time.”

Silence around is the right atmosphere for a personal and intimate encounter with Jesus.

Go… But First, Wait

Acts 1:4
“Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for
the gift my Father promised, which
you have heard me speak about.”

LUKE 24:49
“I AM GOING TO SEND YOU WHAT
MY FATHER HAS PROMISED; BUT
STAY IN THE CITY UNTIL YOU HAVE
BEEN CLOTHED WITH POWER FROM
ON HIGH.”

While we are waiting, God is working

YOU CAN BE
STILL BECAUSE
HE IS ACTIVE,
AND YOU CAN
REST BECAUSE
HE IS BUSY

WAITING ON GOD
REQUIRES US TO PUT
ASIDE OUR WAY OF
DOING THINGS AND
TRUST HIS TIMING
AND PLAN.

“There is a
promise waiting
you, do not quit

“Wait until something
happens”

We cannot go; we cannot
accomplish anything; we cannot
rightly witness – if God doesn’t
show up, empower us, and do what
only God can do.

Acts 1:12-14
They all joined together constantly in
prayer, along with the women and
Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his
brothers”

What do I do when I don’t see Jesus? | Pastor Keren Emmanuel

How can we find hope in moments of despair? Why don’t I recognize Jesus all the time?

What happens when what you believe and what you see don’t match?

John 20:1

‼️Not everything you hear is what you heard ‼️ - There are times where things get distorted

DARKNESS IS WHEN SOMETHING IN LIFE TRIES TO CLOUD OUT THE PRESENCE OF GOD IN ANY AREA OF YOUR LIFE

What in your life is clouding out the presence of God??? PROVERBS 22

Jesus is UNRECOGNIZABLE in our disappointments DISAPPOINTMENT HAPPENS WHEN WE BASE OUR EXPECTATIONS ON GOD'S ACTION AND NOT HIS ATTRIBUTES.

How many gardeners has God sent to you If God doesn’t challenge you, you’ll never change YOU MAY NOT 👀 GOD BUT GOD 👀’s YOU WHENEVER YOU CAN’T SEE JESUS, GO FIND HIM

How do I differentiate God’s voice from all the others?

Matthew 16:13-23 1. We need to differentiate between the inner voices speaking to us. A) The voice of the enemy. 2 Timothy 1:7 B) The voice of your flesh. Galatians 5:16-21 C) The voice of your reasoning D) The voice of your conscience 1) A good conscience I Timothy 1:5 2) A weak conscience I Corinthians 8:7 3) A seared conscience I Timothy 4:2 4) An evil conscience Hebrews 10:22 E) The voice of the Father 2. We must tune out the other voices. 3. We must tune in to The Father’s voice. Reflection Questions: Which of the 5 inner voices do you hear the loudest? (Why?) What can you begin doing this week that will make God’s voice louder than the other voices? What can you begin doing this week to become familiar more familiar with The Father’s voice?

How do I navigate the challenges of motherhood? | Pastor Ada Simpson

While being a mom is a privilege it as comes with many challenges. In this panel, we talk about how it felt to go through a miscarriage, adoption, being a mom of many, and so much more!

Does God still speak today? | Hearing God’s Voice Pt.2 | Pastor Brent Simpson

I Samuel 3:1-10 Psalm 37:23 Just because you can’t hear a sound doesn’t mean it isn’t there. 1. We must learn to expect God to speak. - You were wired to hear from God. “The ear has a poor psychological response to pure sounds.” Instead, It loves complexity… In order for the ear to respond tangibly, a minimum of three frequencies must be put into simultaneous play.” - Dr. Alfred Tomatis. 2. God’s people are expected to recognize His voice. John 10:3-5, John 10:27, Matthew 4:4 - The distinctive mark of being a follower of Christ is the ability to hear the voice of God. 3. We must tune in to God’s voice. Hebrews 5:12-13 - As Christians, we often operate from a place of mystery, not mastery. - Be Careful of Extremes: Mysticism & Human rationalization Reflection Questions: Do you expect God to speak to you? (why or why not) When is the last time God spoke to you? What is the most powerful thing God has spoken to you? Share this testimony today at lunch with someone.

What is the most important thing to your relationship with Jesus?| Hearing God’s Voice Pt.1|

John 20:11-18 Hebrews 3:15

1. God speaks. - Christianity is unique among religions.

It alone offers a personal relationship with the Creator God.

- Learning to hear God’s voice is the most powerful thing you will do.

2. God speaks specifically.

3. God is speaking to you.

Reflection Questions: If God is speaking do you want to hear His voice? (why or why not) Has God ever spoken to you? (When, where, what about) Do you want to learn to hear God’s voice more clearly? (If so, join us for The Voice series in the next few weeks)

How can I see my community changed for Christ?

Here we stand at the fork in the road. One direction is the things God has asked us to do to be a witness. The other direction is my own way. How can I know which way is the one God wants me to go?