StoneBridge Community Church
UnStuck: Resolving Conflict, Finding Peace
Associate Pastor Jonathan Lusche
Locations & Times
StoneBridge Community Church
4832 Cochran St, Simi Valley, CA 93063, USA
Saturday 5:30 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM
Sunday 10:30 AM
Online Connection Card
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How Deadly Is Quicksand?
Quicksand can be a mucky nuisance, but it’s basically impossible to die from in the way that is depicted in movies.
https://bit.ly/2ZvHEe6How To Escape Quicksand
Let survival specialist, Bear Grylls, show you how to escape deadly quicksand.
https://bit.ly/2IZR2kF1. The path towards peace...
The path towards peace gets rid of the old self.
Personal Reflection / Growth Groups Questions
1. In your life, have you been a victim of deceit, anger, unwholesome talk and/or theft? Did you feel distrust? Scared? Unsafe? Offended? Hurt? How so?
2. In your life, have you been the perpetrator of deceit? Anger? Unwholesome talk? Theft? Have you ever taken into consideration how these behaviors may have effected others? How do you feel about that?
3. How do these behaviors lead to conflict?
1. In your life, have you been a victim of deceit, anger, unwholesome talk and/or theft? Did you feel distrust? Scared? Unsafe? Offended? Hurt? How so?
2. In your life, have you been the perpetrator of deceit? Anger? Unwholesome talk? Theft? Have you ever taken into consideration how these behaviors may have effected others? How do you feel about that?
3. How do these behaviors lead to conflict?
2. The path towards peace...
The path towards peace takes on the new self.
Small Pox and the Conquest of Mexico
In 1517 the Spanish conquistadors, led by Hernán Cortés, arrived in the capital of the Aztec Empire. The ruler of the Aztecs, Motecuhzoma II, made the Spanish welcome and things were friendly between the Spanish and the Aztecs initially. Two years later the conquistadors began their conquest of Mexico,...
https://bit.ly/2oCAmE0The Most Dangerous Word In The World
If you were inside an MRI scanner and this word was flashed before your eyes, for a mere fraction of a second, the MRI would show a sudden release of dozens of stress-producing hormones and neurotransmitters...
https://bit.ly/2FXMxmfPersonal Reflection / Growth Groups Questions
1. What are your initial thoughts about righteous anger versus sinful anger?
2. Have you ever had to express righteous anger? How so?
3. Have you ever intentionally used anger to manipulate and/or accomplish selfish ends?
4. In regard to those things that lead to anger, how might you better apply the concept of short accounts, better?
5. How might you preemptively stop anger from gaining a foothold?
6. In regard to the Psychology Today article, were you surprised by what you heard? How, with whom and where can you be more intentional about affirming and encouraging others?
1. What are your initial thoughts about righteous anger versus sinful anger?
2. Have you ever had to express righteous anger? How so?
3. Have you ever intentionally used anger to manipulate and/or accomplish selfish ends?
4. In regard to those things that lead to anger, how might you better apply the concept of short accounts, better?
5. How might you preemptively stop anger from gaining a foothold?
6. In regard to the Psychology Today article, were you surprised by what you heard? How, with whom and where can you be more intentional about affirming and encouraging others?
3. The path towards peace...
The path towards peace requires the Holy Spirit
Personal Reflection / Growth Groups Questions
1. Theologians call it, sanctification. Sanctification is the process of God at work within you, transforming you from 'old, corrupted self' to 'new, righteous and holy, self'. How comfortable are you with trying your best and letting God do the rest?
1. Theologians call it, sanctification. Sanctification is the process of God at work within you, transforming you from 'old, corrupted self' to 'new, righteous and holy, self'. How comfortable are you with trying your best and letting God do the rest?
Next Steps-
1. Memorize Ephesians 4:22, 24 (abridged), "...put off your old self which is being corrupted. And put on the new self, created to be like God in righteousness and holiness."
2. Contemplate the areas in your life where you need to turn away from deceit, anger, unwholesome talk and theft.
3. Cultivate self-control over your anger and try to look for opportunities to affirm and encourage others.
4. Attempt to be your best and allow the Holy Spirit to do the rest.
1. Memorize Ephesians 4:22, 24 (abridged), "...put off your old self which is being corrupted. And put on the new self, created to be like God in righteousness and holiness."
2. Contemplate the areas in your life where you need to turn away from deceit, anger, unwholesome talk and theft.
3. Cultivate self-control over your anger and try to look for opportunities to affirm and encourage others.
4. Attempt to be your best and allow the Holy Spirit to do the rest.
Pastor Nominating Committee
Here is the link to apply to be on the Pastor Nominating Committee. Deadline to apply is May 6th.
https://stonebridgesimi.com/resources/pnc
What's Next?
During this season of pastoral transition, clearly determining the path forward is an essential step for StoneBridge Community Church. What’s Next? will be the primary way that church members, regular attenders, and our broader worshipping community contribute to the discernment process. What’s Next? is a corporate discovery process uniquely developed by Pastor Neal that will help formulate our church’s vision and the next steps towards successfully accomplishing it.
Pastor Neal encourages everyone to register and participate. The more who participate, the clearer the road forward will be.
The last chance to attend What's Next? is Saturday, May 4, 8:30am – noon.
Sign up on the patio after worship service or register online at the link below. A $10 registration fee pays for materials. What’s Next? will be held at The United Methodist Church in Simi(2394 Erringer Rd, Simi Valley, CA 93065).
https://stonebridgesimi.com/resources/whats-nextPastor Neal encourages everyone to register and participate. The more who participate, the clearer the road forward will be.
The last chance to attend What's Next? is Saturday, May 4, 8:30am – noon.
Sign up on the patio after worship service or register online at the link below. A $10 registration fee pays for materials. What’s Next? will be held at The United Methodist Church in Simi(2394 Erringer Rd, Simi Valley, CA 93065).
Jesus was a carpenter, a healer and a teacher. Be like Jesus and join StoneBridge as we return to Haiti to build a shade structure for Pastor Wadner's orphanage. Construction experience helpful. Participate in a medical clinic in Onaville. Individuals with medical experience needed. Or, come spend time with the children leading Bible lessons, crafts, music and games. Minimum age 16. Applications are available now, contact the church office (805) 526-5475. Application deadline: May 13, 2019.
Encounter Registration
If you're seeking spiritual truths, wondering about the Christian faith, and willing to come with an open mind and a humble heart, The Encounter Weekend has the potential to change the course of your life.It’s two days of testimonies, teaching, reflection, and friendship. Encounter is designed to help you strengthen or enhance your relationship with God and experience the FREEDOM that only comes with the acceptance of God’s unceasing grace. Visit the ministry table after service to register for the Men's weekend or click below to register online.
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Enjoy this Spotify playlist with the songs played in worship this weekend!
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