The Greatest Reversal

Scripture References

• Luke 24:1-8
• Luke 9:22; Luke 9:24
• Luke 18:31-33
• John 14:6
• Romans 8:11

Introduction

• Pastor Josh welcomes the Lake Pointe family and guests on Easter, emphasizing worldwide celebration of Christ’s resurrection.
• Explains annual Easter survey card that shapes future teaching series and campus expansion.
• Frames the day around humanity’s love for comeback stories, preparing hearts to see Jesus’ resurrection as history’s ultimate reversal.

Easter Is Coming -- Find a Church and Celebrate

Easter is one of the most significant days on the Christian calendar – the celebration of Jesus rising from the dead. If you’ve been meaning to find a church, or it’s been a while since you’ve attended, I really think Easter is one of the best times to walk through those doors.

Why Easter Is a Great Time to Visit a Church

In my experience, churches go all out for Easter. You can expect:

I Am the True Vine -- Concluding the Seven I Am Statements

Scripture References

• Isaiah 5:1-7
• John 15:1-5

Introduction

• Last of the seven “I Am” statements in John: “I am the True Vine.”
• To surface the longings Jesus satisfies, six groups analyzed popular songs from six decades, each identifying the “cultural crisis” the lyrics reveal.

Shadows Pointing to the Cross

Scripture References

• Ephesians 1:4
• Genesis 12 – 50
• Exodus 1 – 32
• Psalm 106:21
• Exodus 25:8-9
• Exodus 20:1-17
• Romans 3:20-24
• Hebrews 10:1, 10
• John 3:16

Introduction

• Pastor Mike Breaux welcomes in-person and online attenders and reminds them Easter is next weekend – “Who are you inviting?”
• Sets up the theme: as Easter approaches, move from “investigating where Jesus went” to “who He is and what He’s done.”
• Uses everyday “shadows” (sunsets, dark alleyways, Groundhog Day) to introduce the biblical idea of Old-Testament shadows pointing forward to Christ.

Jesus -- "The Way, the Truth, and the Life"

Scripture References

• John 14:1-6
• Exodus 13:21-22
• Exodus 14:19-20
• Numbers 9:15-23
• Exodus 40:34-38
• 1 Kings 8:10-12

Introduction

• Opened with an invitation to serve in North Dallas (Friday or Saturday options, car-pooling encouraged, lunch/hang-out afterward).
• Leader affirmed how much he learns from the group’s dialogue; encouraged honest reactions to the sermon on hell and the exclusivity of Christ.
• Tonight’s “I AM” focus: Jesus’ claim, “I am the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6), explored through the lens of Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car.”

Hell Is Real: What Jesus Actually Taught

Scripture References

• Luke 16:19-31
• Luke 1:1
• John 14:6
• Genesis 3:4
• 2 Thessalonians 1:9
• Ezekiel 18:23
• John 3:16-17
• Revelation 19

Introduction

• Series: “Investigating Jesus” (goal: move from crowd to true discipleship).
• Luke, a physician, writes to his lost friend Theophilus, carefully compiling controversial teachings–including Jesus’ words on hell.
• Preacher acknowledges cultural pressure to avoid topics of politics, money, and hell; chooses to confront hell head-on because Jesus taught it plainly.
• Satan’s first lie (Genesis 3:4) denies judgment; he still uses three goals:
  • Let unbelievers reject Christ without fear.
  • Sap believers’ urgency to evangelize.
  • Diminish God’s glory in redeemed lives.

King on a Donkey, Face Set Like Flint

Scripture References

• Luke 9:51
• Isaiah 50:6-7
• Matthew 21:1-11
• Mark 11:1-11
• Luke 19:28-44
• John 12:12-19, 16
• Zechariah 9:9
• Psalm 118:25-26
• Deuteronomy 8:3
• Deuteronomy 6:13
• Psalm 91
• Proverbs 29:25
• John 12:42-43

Introduction

• The preacher invites the church to journey with Jesus along His final, “dark and scary road” toward Easter.
• Luke 9:51 marks the hinge of the gospel narrative: Jesus “set His face” toward Jerusalem–language of iron-willed resolve and fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy.
• Historical backdrop: Passover week swells Jerusalem to ~2 million pilgrims; Rome dispatches extra troops; political tension is electric.
• Two contrasting parades will converge: Pilate from the west with war-horses; Jesus from the east on a donkey portraying humility and true power.

Mounting a Synology NAS in a Proxmox LXC Container

First, this is not going to be a step by step guide. There are plenty of posts on the internet how to do it but this is why you have to do things a particular way.

I really like using the terminal but especially for things like Proxmox, I also really like keeping it to the UI where I can and just use the terminal where I have to.

Let’s assume I already have my Synology mounted in the Proxmox system which is really easy to do in the UI and perhaps a lot simpler.

I Am the Gate / I Am the Good Shepherd

Scripture References

• John 10:7-15
• Ezekiel 34:1-24
• Zechariah 13:7
• Matthew 26:31
• Luke 15:4-6
• John 21:15-17
• Matthew 9:35-36
• Genesis 1

Introduction

• Third session of a six-week series on the seven “I Am” statements in John.
• Setting: Men’s life-group Bible study; Leader: Mark.
• Ice-breaker: “If you were important enough to have a posse/entourage, who would be in it?”–led to discussion about bodyguards, counselors, hype-men, moral friends, etc.
• Transitional point: Our choice of “posse” reveals who we are; likewise, Israel’s leaders revealed their hearts. Jesus contrasts Himself with every false leader by declaring, “I am the Gate” and “I am the Good Shepherd.”

Six Days With God Are Better Than Seven Without Him

Scripture References

• Exodus 20:8-11
• Genesis 2:1-3
• Exodus 16:21-30
• Luke 6:1-5
• Mark 2:27-28
• Romans 14:5
• Hebrews 11:6

Introduction

• Pastor opens with lighthearted “hurry-sickness” quiz to show how frantic modern life has become.
• Confesses the sermon first confronted him personally: “Physician, heal thyself.”
• Sets context: part of the “Investigating Jesus” series, examining what put Jesus at odds with religious leaders.
• Announces the focus–God’s gift of Sabbath rest–and promises rapid-fire Bible exposition.