Everyday Heroes
When you hear the word "hero," who immediately comes to mind? Maybe it's a superhero from a comic book, or a mentor who shaped your life, or a public figure you've never actually met. Have you ever considered that God wants to use you as a hero in the lives of people around you? Everyday heroes takes an in-depth look at what it takes to be a genuine hero for God.
Messages include:
- Father's Day 2017: What Makes a Hero?/li>
- Heroic Singleness
- Everyday Heroes in the Home
- The Paradox of Being a Hero
- What Can God Do Through You?
- Finding Everyday Strength
- Holy Mess Batman
- How to Be More Heroic
This resource includes:
- MP3 audio of each message
- Transcripts
- Outlines (blank and with fill-ins)
- Talk it Overs
- Message slides (.jpeg and PowerPoint)
NOTE: The DVD set includes only the video for each sermon, not the additional resources listed above.
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Father's Day 2017: What Makes a Hero?
Delivered on 06/18/2017
Part 1 of the series Everyday Heroes
God wants to use you as a hero in the lives of people around you, doing everyday heroic acts in your family, work, school, community, and around the world. We all need heroes because they shape our lives and inspire us to grow into better versions of ourselves.
But what makes a true hero?
In this Father’s Day message, Pastor Rick teaches on the three qualities that will shape you into a true hero to others—standing alone for what's right, making sacrifices for others, and taking risks for God.
This resource includes:
- MP3 audio of the message
- Transcript
- Outlines (Blank and Filled)
- Message slides (.jpeg and PowerPoint)
- Talk It Over Sermon Discussion Guide
Delivered on 06/18/2017
Part 1 of the series Everyday Heroes
God wants to use you as a hero in the lives of people around you, doing everyday heroic acts in your family, work, school, community, and around the world. We all need heroes because they shape our lives and inspire us to grow into better versions of ourselves.
But what makes a true hero?
In this Father’s Day message, Pastor Rick teaches on the three qualities that will shape you into a true hero to others—standing alone for what's right, making sacrifices for others, and taking risks for God.
This resource includes:
- MP3 audio of the message
- Transcript
- Outlines (Blank and Filled)
- Message slides (.jpeg and PowerPoint)
- Talk It Over Sermon Discussion Guide
Heroic Singleness
Delivered on 06/25/2017
Part 2 of the series Everyday Heroes
Guest speaker Pastor Jonathan Pokluda from Watermark Church in Texas teaches how to be a hero by making sacrifices for others and taking risks for God. He looks at the gift of singleness, teaching from 1 Corinthians 7:7-9 on how everyday heroes view their relationship status as a gift, live for another world, and know why they are single.
Delivered on 06/25/2017
Part 2 of the series Everyday Heroes
Guest speaker Pastor Jonathan Pokluda from Watermark Church in Texas teaches how to be a hero by making sacrifices for others and taking risks for God. He looks at the gift of singleness, teaching from 1 Corinthians 7:7-9 on how everyday heroes view their relationship status as a gift, live for another world, and know why they are single.
Everyday Heroes in the Home
Delivered on 07/02/2017
Part 3 of the series Everyday Heroes
With so many overwhelming needs in the world, does the thought of making a difference seem daunting? Sometimes it's easier to just look away from the problem and hope someone else will step in to be the hero. Have you ever thought that God wants to use you — not someone else — to sacrifice for others? Join us this weekend for an encouraging message that will teach you how to be an everyday hero in your home, workplace, and community. Come discover how to be a champion for others by living out the assignment God has for your life.
Delivered on 07/02/2017
Part 3 of the series Everyday Heroes
With so many overwhelming needs in the world, does the thought of making a difference seem daunting? Sometimes it's easier to just look away from the problem and hope someone else will step in to be the hero. Have you ever thought that God wants to use you — not someone else — to sacrifice for others? Join us this weekend for an encouraging message that will teach you how to be an everyday hero in your home, workplace, and community. Come discover how to be a champion for others by living out the assignment God has for your life.
The Paradox of Being a Hero
Delivered on 07/09/2017
Part 4 of the series Everyday Heroes
If you’ve ever heard a news story of someone who put their own life at risk to save someone else, you know we’re quick to call them a hero. But most people who sacrifice their own lives don't actually consider themselves heroes — they think of the act as something they were meant to do. In this message, Pastor Sergio de la Mora of Cornerstone Church in San Diego shares how God is looking for unexpected heroes to "break the rules" and do things that often don't make sense. You’ll learn the five characteristics of a hero and how God wants to use your faith to achieve the impossible.
Delivered on 07/09/2017
Part 4 of the series Everyday Heroes
If you’ve ever heard a news story of someone who put their own life at risk to save someone else, you know we’re quick to call them a hero. But most people who sacrifice their own lives don't actually consider themselves heroes — they think of the act as something they were meant to do. In this message, Pastor Sergio de la Mora of Cornerstone Church in San Diego shares how God is looking for unexpected heroes to "break the rules" and do things that often don't make sense. You’ll learn the five characteristics of a hero and how God wants to use your faith to achieve the impossible.
How to Be More Heroic
Delivered on 08/06/2017
Part 8 of the series Everyday Heroes
When we think of our own lives and all the chaos that surrounds us, it’s tough to imagine ourselves as superheroes. But your life doesn’t have to be perfect in order to make an impact. In fact, heroes embrace life as it is and allow God to use their circumstances to bring change to them and others. In this message, Pastor Matt Brown from Sandals Church tells us how heroes listen to truth, are quick to do what’s right, and accept full responsibility for their actions. Find out how to be more heroic by following your faith over feelings and being completely real with those around.
Delivered on 08/06/2017
Part 8 of the series Everyday Heroes
When we think of our own lives and all the chaos that surrounds us, it’s tough to imagine ourselves as superheroes. But your life doesn’t have to be perfect in order to make an impact. In fact, heroes embrace life as it is and allow God to use their circumstances to bring change to them and others. In this message, Pastor Matt Brown from Sandals Church tells us how heroes listen to truth, are quick to do what’s right, and accept full responsibility for their actions. Find out how to be more heroic by following your faith over feelings and being completely real with those around.
What Can God Do Through You?
Delivered on 07/16/2017
Part 5 of the series Everyday Heroes
Pastor Buddy Owens teaches from Judges 6-8, looking at 6 lessons gleaned from the life and ministry of Gideon – his call, his sacrifice, and his anointing.
Delivered on 07/16/2017
Part 5 of the series Everyday Heroes
Pastor Buddy Owens teaches from Judges 6-8, looking at 6 lessons gleaned from the life and ministry of Gideon – his call, his sacrifice, and his anointing.
Finding Everyday Strength
Delivered on 07/23/2017
Part 6 of the series Everyday Heroes
Ask any young child what a hero looks like, and most likely they’ll give you examples of capes, masks, lasers, and supernatural powers. Did you ever consider your faith to be a supernatural power? The Bible is full of examples of ordinary people whose faith and obedience—not their size or stature—gave them strength: David defeated Goliath, Daniel faced the lions, Moses parted the Red Sea, and Joshua halted the sun. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay talks about where we can find everyday strength based on what we learn from the successes and failures of the life of Samson.
Delivered on 07/23/2017
Part 6 of the series Everyday Heroes
Ask any young child what a hero looks like, and most likely they’ll give you examples of capes, masks, lasers, and supernatural powers. Did you ever consider your faith to be a supernatural power? The Bible is full of examples of ordinary people whose faith and obedience—not their size or stature—gave them strength: David defeated Goliath, Daniel faced the lions, Moses parted the Red Sea, and Joshua halted the sun. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay talks about where we can find everyday strength based on what we learn from the successes and failures of the life of Samson.
Holy Mess Batman
Delivered on 07/30/2017
Part 7 of the series Everyday Heroes
When we examine the lives of superheroes, they all have one thing in common . . .mess and pain in their past. Even the 12 disciples who spent every moment with Jesus had messiness in their lives. Did you know that it’s the messiness that can lead to authentic growth and freedom from the past? In this message at Saddleback Church, Doug Fields tells us how to come to grips with our messiness and draw closer to God through the pain. Find out how to become an everyday hero in spite of your brokenness.
Delivered on 07/30/2017
Part 7 of the series Everyday Heroes
When we examine the lives of superheroes, they all have one thing in common . . .mess and pain in their past. Even the 12 disciples who spent every moment with Jesus had messiness in their lives. Did you know that it’s the messiness that can lead to authentic growth and freedom from the past? In this message at Saddleback Church, Doug Fields tells us how to come to grips with our messiness and draw closer to God through the pain. Find out how to become an everyday hero in spite of your brokenness.
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