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The Bible was written in an era of patriarchal society. While the women found in its stories have hidden roles, they have much to teach us. This sermon series will uncover the stories of these extraordinary female characters of the Bible, revealing their faith and faithfulness even in the midst of great hardship and disappointment.

May 1, 2022 // Women in Scripture // Galatians 3:27-28

In the history of Christianity and our denomination we have seen many women stand up for justice, compassion, and the proclaiming of the word. Were it not for the women leading the way over the years the church would not be all that it is today. We need men who are going to lead the way in the 21st century. But, we can’t do it without the women. So let’s be that kind of church that treasures its Jeremiahs and its Huldahs. Rise up O women of God.

In a recent survey, 80 percent of Americans say they have prayed at one time. Yet, we struggle with prayer. Does God hear us? Is God tired of our pleas? Do our words seem superficial? Does prayer matter? How do we pray?

March 6, 2022 // This, Then, is How You Should Pray // Matthew 6:9-13

Many Christians throughout the world pray the Lord’s Prayer at least once a week in worship. But too often, this prayer is said from memory as a worship ritual without knowing what the prayer really means. In this series, we are examining the Lord’s Prayer to get a better understanding of its meaning so that when we pray it we will connect with God like never before. So what does the phrase “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name” actually mean?

When Jesus spoke of the Kingdom of God, he was speaking of the world as it should be. Included in his teachings are his expectations for us as his followers. In this series we will look at how to close the gap between where we are spiritually and where Jesus has called us to be. Each week we will look at specific practices that will provide a roadmap to deepen the spiritual vitality of all Asbury members so we are more fully engaged and flourishing in the Christian life.

The Bible contains some of the loftiest and most beautiful verses in literature. Millions look to it for inspiration and guidance. At the same time, some parts are confusing and others are deeply disturbing. If you’ve ever had questions about the Bible, we’d like to invite you to join us for a series of honest and frank messages entitled “The Bible Tells Me So.”

In 1741, John Wesley preached his famous sermon titled “The Almost Christian” in which he encouraged people to follow Christ wholeheartedly. We should not be satisfied with being almost Christian but rather strive towards being altogether a Christian. In Almost Christmas: A Wesleyan Advent Experience, we will explore how we can make the same commitment to Christ during Advent, connecting our Wesleyan heritage with the traditional Advent themes of Love, Hope, Joy, and Peace.

Are you ever afraid someone will ask you why you believe what you believe? Do you fear someone might question what you believe? Responding to people’s questions and challenges can get complicated. But what if you were confident you had the answer to the most important question about your faith?

What we put first in our life matters. If we’ll choose to put God FIRST, in our living and giving, we can touch more lives, connect greater numbers of folks to Christ, and help the Kingdom of God expand. As a church we’ve experienced God do more things through us this past year than we could have ever imagined during a global pandemic, and we think we are just seeing the beginning of what God is going to do as we allow Him to use us! Let’s keep God FIRST, and see what God can do!

In the world of the early Christian Church, access to written materials was scarce. It was largely oral tradition that carried story and belief from generation to generation. The Church fathers realized this and formulated a succinct statement for all Jesus followers to memorize and articulate as their affirmation of belief: “I believe in God the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, His only son, our Lord…” It still stands as, perhaps, the most clear and concise statement of what it means to be a Christian. In “Creed,” we’ll dive into each part of this statement – The Apostles’ Creed – and learn the power that a centuries-old profession of faith still holds for our lives today.

Worry… it’s universal. It’s as much a part of life as breathing. Yet Jesus said: “Don’t. Don’t worry!” Easier said than done… In this 3-part series, we will explore all that Jesus had to say about worry. You’ll discover where worry comes from, why it’s so difficult to overcome, and what you can do to conquer it. In this series we will take a look at an Old Testament story about a man who was challenged with a single question—a question that brought a new perspective to his worries. That question may be the key to overcoming worry in your life as well.

This summer, the attention of the entire world turns to Tokyo as our greatest athletes gather to compete in the 2021 Olympic Games. For these athletes, journeys filled with years of dedication, training and perseverance bring them to the glory of Olympic competition.

The scriptures are filled with Olympic terms and metaphors urging us to use the commitment of an athlete to be what God would have us to be. Join us at Asbury this summer for a fun sermon series offering coaching and lessons from ancient and modern Olympic athletes for our journeys of faith.