Hillside Missionary Church
Hillside Missionary Church - 1/17/21 Service
Whether you’re a guest or a long-time attendee we’re glad you’re here with us. We’re a friendly and caring group of Christians who are here to help people be CONNECTED with Jesus, CHANGED by Jesus, and COMMITTED to the mission of Jesus. If you're new with us today, thank for joining us! We truly believe that you’re not here by accident and that God has some amazing plans for your life. If you’d like some information about who we are and how to get plugged in here at Hillside, please fill out the “I’m New” page on our website, hmcworship.com/im-new/
Locations & Times
21567 Ireland Rd, South Bend, IN 46614, USA
Thursday 10:00 PM
In this passage of God’s Word we see Jesus in the desert, fasting and being tempted for 40 days. By taking a look at this story we can learn some methods on how to resist temptation.
The enemy’s tactics included:
1. Questioning God’s provision
Luke 4:3, Deut. 8:3
2. Questioning God’s promises
Luke 4:5-7, John 12:31, Eph. 2:2, Deut. 6:13
3. Questioning God’s protection
Luke 4:9-11, Ps. 91:11-12, Deut. 6:16, Rom. 8:31
Jesus’ tactics teaches us to:
1. Always be on our guard
Luke 4:1-2, 13, 1 Pet. 4:12-13. Rom. 6:1-4
2. Be full of the Holy Spirit and arm ourselves with God's Word
Luke 4:1, 4, 8, 12, 1 Cor. 1:18, 2 Tim. 3:16, Heb. 4:12
3. Stand firm on God’s ________, keeping the ____ in mind
Luke 4:4, 8, 12, Rom. 8:18, Heb. 13:5, Deut. 31:6
The enemy’s tactics included:
1. Questioning God’s provision
Luke 4:3, Deut. 8:3
2. Questioning God’s promises
Luke 4:5-7, John 12:31, Eph. 2:2, Deut. 6:13
3. Questioning God’s protection
Luke 4:9-11, Ps. 91:11-12, Deut. 6:16, Rom. 8:31
Jesus’ tactics teaches us to:
1. Always be on our guard
Luke 4:1-2, 13, 1 Pet. 4:12-13. Rom. 6:1-4
2. Be full of the Holy Spirit and arm ourselves with God's Word
Luke 4:1, 4, 8, 12, 1 Cor. 1:18, 2 Tim. 3:16, Heb. 4:12
3. Stand firm on God’s ________, keeping the ____ in mind
Luke 4:4, 8, 12, Rom. 8:18, Heb. 13:5, Deut. 31:6
Reflection Questions
1. After taking a look at Jesus’ story here in chapter 4 of the Gospel of Luke, what stands out to you the most? If you’re familiar with the story, did you notice anything that you haven’t noticed before?
2. Did anything specifically from the enemy’s tactics surprise you? Have you ever been tempted to question God’s provision, promises, or protection? If so, what specially did your questions entail? What was your response to the temptation? How did that encounter impact your relationship with God?
3. Did anything specifically from the Jesus’ tactics to overcome temptation surprise you? What was your biggest take away from hearing about how Jesus overcame temptation? Of the 3 tactics that Jesus’ example teaches us, which one do you need to most work on? Why? How would that impact your faith?
4. Be completely honest with yourself: what is the biggest temptation that you face in this season of your life? Have you given into that temptation? If so, how have you felt convicted of your sin? How has this impacted your faith?
5. What practical step(s) can you take battle the biggest temptation/sin in your life? Who can keep accountable to this?
1. After taking a look at Jesus’ story here in chapter 4 of the Gospel of Luke, what stands out to you the most? If you’re familiar with the story, did you notice anything that you haven’t noticed before?
2. Did anything specifically from the enemy’s tactics surprise you? Have you ever been tempted to question God’s provision, promises, or protection? If so, what specially did your questions entail? What was your response to the temptation? How did that encounter impact your relationship with God?
3. Did anything specifically from the Jesus’ tactics to overcome temptation surprise you? What was your biggest take away from hearing about how Jesus overcame temptation? Of the 3 tactics that Jesus’ example teaches us, which one do you need to most work on? Why? How would that impact your faith?
4. Be completely honest with yourself: what is the biggest temptation that you face in this season of your life? Have you given into that temptation? If so, how have you felt convicted of your sin? How has this impacted your faith?
5. What practical step(s) can you take battle the biggest temptation/sin in your life? Who can keep accountable to this?
Current Prayer Requests
CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS: Pray for Randy and Connie as they face uncertainty with their job situations. Pray for Sam who has a TB. Pray for Carolyn Nieswender who feel and broke her wrist. Pray for Nick who was hospitalized recently due to a stomache bug.
MISSIONARIES: This month pray for the Mishkins in Israel.
FAMILY OF THE WEEK: Each week we’ll pray for a different family in our church. This week pray for the Ewings.
HILLSIDE HAPPENINGS: Pray that the church would continue to stay unified under Christ. Pray for our online services and for the people joining us there. Pray that God would use us to bring His Kingdom here. Pray for the foster closet, as they are helping a new foster closet as they are currently in need of more volunteers.
CURRENT HAPPENINGS: Pray for the current health pandemic in our world and in our country. Pray for medical staff and for our leaders as they navigate how to best help. Pray for our teachers and school administrators. Pray for the unrest and divisions in our country. Pray for our leaders, current and future. Pray for the political unrest.
MISSIONARIES: This month pray for the Mishkins in Israel.
FAMILY OF THE WEEK: Each week we’ll pray for a different family in our church. This week pray for the Ewings.
HILLSIDE HAPPENINGS: Pray that the church would continue to stay unified under Christ. Pray for our online services and for the people joining us there. Pray that God would use us to bring His Kingdom here. Pray for the foster closet, as they are helping a new foster closet as they are currently in need of more volunteers.
CURRENT HAPPENINGS: Pray for the current health pandemic in our world and in our country. Pray for medical staff and for our leaders as they navigate how to best help. Pray for our teachers and school administrators. Pray for the unrest and divisions in our country. Pray for our leaders, current and future. Pray for the political unrest.
Numbers
Attendance for 1/10/21 Service
In-person: 36
Online Views (through 1/14/21): 55
Giving
Online (1/4/20 to 1/10/21): $295
In-Person (1/10/21): $995 for general, $560 for missions
Total general needed weekly to meet budget: $1,575
In-person: 36
Online Views (through 1/14/21): 55
Giving
Online (1/4/20 to 1/10/21): $295
In-Person (1/10/21): $995 for general, $560 for missions
Total general needed weekly to meet budget: $1,575
Small Group
If you’re looking to go deeper with what Pastor Josh preaches on Sunday mornings or just looking for some extra fellowship time with your church family, then please consider joining a small group! Contact Pastor Josh.
In-Person Service Update
Thank you for your continual faithfulness and flexibility during these times. We especially appreciate those 8+ years old wearing their mask when not seated 6+ feet away from those outside of their household. Please remember, no offering plates will be passed; instead we ask you to give online or via the giving box near the gym entrance. Tables are set up in the back row of the gym for families with young children. We also kindly ask you to use the restroom before you come to ensure that our restrooms are as clean as possible for those who need to use them.