Feb 26, 2017
Strong: Ending the Things that Weaken Us
By: Brent Braunberger
Series: Strong
Message – Strong: Ending the Things that Weaken Us  Judges 16:1-31 NIV
  1. Identify the things that must end
  1. Death opens the door for new life
          John 15:1-4  
  1. Make necessary endings normal
      To make necessary endings a normal part of our life we must…
  •  Accept life cycles and seasons
  • Accept that life produces too much life
  • Accept that incurable sickness and evil exist
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  • Feb 26, 2017Strong: Ending the Things that Weaken Us
    Feb 26, 2017
    Strong: Ending the Things that Weaken Us
    By: Brent Braunberger
    Series: Strong
    Message – Strong: Ending the Things that Weaken Us  Judges 16:1-31 NIV
    1. Identify the things that must end
    1. Death opens the door for new life
              John 15:1-4  
    1. Make necessary endings normal
          To make necessary endings a normal part of our life we must…
    •  Accept life cycles and seasons
    • Accept that life produces too much life
    • Accept that incurable sickness and evil exist
  • Feb 19, 2017Strong Relationships
    Feb 19, 2017
    Strong Relationships
    By: Brent Braunberger
    Series: Strong
    Message: 
    Strong Relationships             
     
    Ephesians 4:1-6 (NIV) 
    We build strong relationships by…
    1. Living a life worthy of our calling v.1
              Galatians 4:19
    1. Embracing Godly virtues v.2
    • Humility   
              Phil. 2:3-8
    • Gentleness
    • Patience
    • Forbearance  
             Galatians 5:16-26          Colossians 3:12-14
    1. Preserving the bond of peace v.3-6
  • Feb 12, 2017Building Strong Marriages
    Feb 12, 2017
    Building Strong Marriages
    By: Brent Braunberger
    Series: Strong
    Message: Strong Marriages                    We can build strong marriages by…
    1. Honoring our vows – Hebrews 13:4
              1 Corinthians 7:10-11
    1. Learning to give & take – 1 Corinthians 7:1-5 NIV
          Her Needs
    • Affection
    • Conversation
    • Honesty & Openness
    • Financial Support
    • Family Commitment – a good father
         His Needs
    • Sexual fulfillment
    • Recreational Companionship
    • An Attractive Spouse
    • Domestic Support (peace & quiet)
    • Admiration   
    1. Handling conflict constructively – Ephesians 4:25-26
         Conflict resolution
    • Set a time and place for discussion
    • Define the problem – be specific
    • List ways each of you contribute to the problem
    • Brainstorm possible solutions
    • Discuss and evaluate the possible solutions
    • Agree upon one to try
    • Agree upon how each will work toward this solution
    • Set up a time to discuss progress
    • Reward each other for progress
         How to take a Time Out
    • Recognize your need for a time-out
    • Request the time-out
    • Relax and calm down
    • Remember what’s important
    • Resume the conversation 
        Six Steps for Seeking Forgiveness
    • Admit what you did was wrong or hurtful
    • Try to understand/empathize with the pain you have caused
    • Take responsibility for your actions and make restitution if necessary
    • Assure your partner you will not do it again
    • Apologize and ask for forgiveness
    • Forgive yourself
        Six Steps for Granting Forgiveness
    • Acknowledge your pain and anger
    • Be specific about your future expectations and limits
    • Give up your right to “get even,” but insist on being treated better in the future
    • Let go of blame, resentment, and negativity toward your partner
    • Communicate your act of forgiveness to your partner
    • Work toward reconciliation
    1. Weaving God into our marriages – Ecc. 4:12
    1. Taking enjoying each other’s companionship – Genesis 2:18
  • Feb 5, 2017Strong Kids
    Feb 5, 2017
    Strong Kids
    By: Brent Braunberger
    Series: Strong
    Message
    Strong Kids                              Proverbs 4:20-27 NIV
      Proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 4:20-27 We develop strong kids by teaching them to… 
    1. Guard their hearts v.23
              Matthew 15:16 – 20
    1. Avoid perverse and corrupt speech v.24
              Colossians 3:5-10
    1. Focus on the right things v.25
              Philippians 1:9-11           Philippians 3:12-14 
    1. Make wise choices v.26
              Psalms 1:1-3
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