Vineyard Church Of Hopkinton

A better future requires Hope. Follow Christ and choose the leader who does also. Look for competence and character in any leader. Only Jesus can solve our internal problems of anxiety, depression and fear. The fruits of the spirit are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness and self-control NOT criticism and complaining.

Transformation looks to the future whereas Change looks to the past. Do not seek protection, security and defense. Do not dwell on preserving things the way they are. Do not test drive Love. Plunge in and take a Risk.

Longing for love, connections, relationships Admit that we need other people. Awaken our God-given desires. Make Jesus the Center of our relationships. Love others well.

What is freedom as a Christian? Freedom is choosing the good. What in your life holds power over you? Surrender that idol to Jesus. Freedom is loving others and serving others. Freedom is becoming more like Jesus. Do not worship the idol of the moment, worship the savior of your life. Jesus frees us from the idols that control us.

God has given you spiritual gifts to help others.

What do you see when you see Jesus and the Cross? What does it look like to be spiritually mature? Mature Christians major in Love. We live on the other side of Jesus, not in the Old Testament. Do not be guided by fear, but by love. Do not be weak and worldly.

Focus on Jesus. Look to Jesus, not to human leaders. People Divide, God Unifies. There is only one standard of spirituality, the Cross. Our Hope is based on the Resurrection and the Cross.

Connect and Relate to God through the Bible. Rejoice in the Treasure that is God. Benefits of reading the bible regularly (Psalm 119). Spend time with God. Walk in Freedom.

Treat others with forgiveness, kindness, openness, honesty, gentleness, mercy, patience and love. Live in love and peace with each other. GOD = LOVE Love others like Jesus loved us. Sacrifice for others. Relationships are not about being in charge.

Love One Another, just as He commanded us. Encourage one another. Care for one another. Accept one another. Be Kind to one another. Sympathize with one another. Worship with one another

We were designed to be connected to God. In God's company, Loneliness leaves us alone. To be Human is to be Lonely. Try to spend less time on social media connections and more time on real people connections. God does not want us to be alone. God does not want us to be separated or isolated. God does not exist in isolation. God is the Trinity. God is always together, always connected, always three in one. Spend time with people. Be intentional. Invite people to join you. Be with someone who is lonely; seek them out and bring them love. Be a bringer of consolation.

Friendship in tough times. A real friend doesn't judge or critique the other person. Love encourages. Judgement discourages. Friendship is living life together. Love is open handed. There is no judgement in Jesus; we are accepted the way we are. Be honest about your real feelings and needs. It's OK to admit that you are not OK. Jesus is our First Friend.

God is using you and me to bring in the Kingdom of God. God has given YOU a Gift. Identify your spiritual Gifts. Use your Gifts to serve others. Loving others is a Gift. Share with others and help them experience God. It is all about working as a Team. What does Love demand of You today?

Reconciliation IS the Gospel. Reconciliation restores broken relationships and systems; we are all called to be reconcilers. We are called to be reconciled to Jesus and to others; Reconciliation is initiated from God to us. Be Truth tellers; the Truth will set you free. Be Humble and Patient. Treat all people as children of God. Be confessors; acknowledge your mistakes and move toward wholeness. Be Grace receivers and Grace givers.

What is worship all about? Worship is about talking TO God, not just talking ABOUT God. Worship allows us to participate in the LOVE relationship with Father, Son and Holy Spirit. God is in the room! God is with us!

The Word of God is alive. The Kingdom of God is central to Jesus' teachings and fundamental to how we should pray. God can use anybody. Tell everyone about the Kingdom of God. The Kingdom of God is present when you see miracles happening.

Emmanuel: God in Us. God With Us. Invite Jesus into Your Life. Jesus: Please speak to us; Move among us; Heal us; Increase your presence in our lives. Say Yes. Release control to Jesus.

Gifts that Christ gave to the Church. Speak the Truth in Love. Discover Your Gifts. Learn from Others. Find your Way to Serve.

How to deal with Life in a Season of Change. How to be Prepared for Change. Hear the words of Jesus and take them to heart to build your life on a solid foundation. Ask the Lord how to prepare; put your trust and finances in the Lord. Give freely and become more wealthy. The generous will prosper. Those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed. If you search for Good, you will find favor.

Let the breath of God, the spirit of God, enter you and you will Live. Prophesy Life into our World. Shout Jesus! Show love instead of hate!