Essential Church

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Essential Church, message from Pastor Steve Swisher Shownotes Main Points - Analogy of NCAA tournament seeding to have congregation think about where they rank themselves among fellow churchgoers (1-300) - Discusses how people can move from being self-focused to open-handed and thinking of others - Wonders if it takes a near death experience to prompt this change - Notes natural human tendency towards selfishness and the socialization process around sharing - Observes that greater love does not necessarily reduce selfishness, as in marriages - Discusses how social media can provide social interaction while allowing self-curation Bible Examples - Outlines Paul's teaching to Corinthians about constructive speech/actions - Gives examples of Bible figures having outlook changed after encountering God (Job, Isaiah, Peter, Paul) Conclusion - Wants people to have frequent encounters with Jesus to see themselves as humble and willing to serve others - Prays that people experience lasting change in outlook and happily

Message from Steve Swisher on March 17, 2024 Pastor Steve references a scene from The Princess Bride where Wesley responds to Buttercup's commands with "As you wish," which she eventually realizes means "I love you." He notes this unconditional love. Pastor Steve discusses a Bible scene where Jesus washes his disciples' feet, exemplifying his humble and serving nature even though he had authority. Timothy and Epaphroditus are also mentioned as examples of having a humble mindset like Jesus, caring for others despite difficulties.  Though Timothy had health issues and anxiety, he genuinely cared for people. Epaphroditus risked his life to help the imprisoned Paul, nearly dying. Paul was grateful to the Philippians for sending Epaphroditus. Pastor Steve encourages looking for daily opportunities to serve others with kindness and humility, even when feeling unready, responding to unkindness with kindness as Jesus exemplified. In closing, Pastor Steve prays that through humble, loving service like Jesus, Timothy

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