Journey Christian Church Apopka

I Love My Church "It has Potential"

This weekend we will finish out our series called, "I love my church"
Today Pastor of Care Ministries Harvey Carpenter will be talking about what our mission looks like as the Local church and see the way GOD really attended it to work.

Our scripture text comes from John Chapter 4 starting in verse 31.

I Love My Church "Anything's possible"

This weekend we continue with our new series called, "I love my church"
Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be again talking about the conversation of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. We will be digging into what it truly means to Pray to a anything is possible God.

Our scripture text comes from John Chapter 4 starting in verse 9.

I Love My Church "Nobody’s Perfect"

This weekend we continue with our new series called, "I love my church"
Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be focusing in around something that many church's know but don't like to acknowledge and that is nobody's perfect. In this message we will learn another lesson  when Jesus was waiting at the well.

Our scripture text comes from John Chapter 4 starting in verse 4.

I Love My Church "Everybody's Welcome"

This weekend we continue with our new series called, "I love my church"
Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be looking at a story from the ministry of Jesus that will help us see one of the most basic tendencies that human beings display and that is division.We are going to focus on this place where everyone is Welcome.

Our scripture text comes from John Chapter 4 starting in verse 3.

I Love My Church "Promise"

This weekend we start out our new series called, "I love my church"
Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will give us an update on what he has been doing during his sabbatical  and give us a introduction into our  new series called "I Love my church".

We will be going over the vision and talk about our values to become a growing Community on a life changing journey with Jesus where, everyone's welcome, nobody's perfect, and through Jesus, anything is possible.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 16 starting in verse 13.

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are the Persecuted.…."

This weekend we finish out our series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Pastor of Care Ministries Harvey Carpenter will be giving our final message from our series on the beatitudes. Today we will be going over some key points concerning being persecuted for following Jesus. This Last beatitude, is perhaps, the most shocking and can be for many simply uncomfortable but the ultimate goal of all of these scriptures is to teach us to be more like him.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 10.

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are the Peacemakers..."

This weekend we continue with our  series called, "The Pursuit of Happy"
In this world today peace is simply hard to find Today campus Pastor Joel Craig will be giving us some keys points to live by from the Ultimate peacemaker Jesus.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 9.

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are the pure in heart…."

This weekend we continue with our  series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Next GEN Pastor Ryan Tucker will be digging deeper into the series focused on the beatitudes.
Every Christian desires to be pure at Heart But how does that happen and how can we truly apply the teachings of Jesus about purity to our lives today.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 8.

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are the merciful…"

This weekend we continue with our  series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Campus Pastor Joel Craig will be digging deeper into the beautitudes to give us a clearer understanding that the Lord really is calling all of us to righteousness and to show mercy, act on mercy and ultimately live out mercy.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 7.

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness…"

This weekend we continue with our series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Pastor of Care ministries Harvey Carpenter will be discussing the subject of rightousness. We will find out what it is and how we can truly satisfy our hunger and thirst for GOD.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 6.

 

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are the Meek..."

This weekend we continue with our new series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Campus pastor Joel Craig will be continue in our summer message series on the beatitudes as we explore the 3rd beatitude that talks about the Meek.

We will be covering some key points that will help us to discover how to be meek and to ultimately be more like Jesus.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 5.

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are those who mourn..."

This weekend we continue with our new series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Pastor of care ministries Harvey Carpenter will be digging into our message series on the beatitudes as we cover 8 life changing principles that Jesus taught. We all go through seasons of mourning in our lives which GOD ultimately uses to make us better not bitter.Mourning is God's way of helping us get through what we're going through.  It's one of God's greatest gifts for navigating our most difficult circumstances. 

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 4.

The Pursuit of Happy "Blessed are the poor in spirit..."

This weekend we continue with our new series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Next Gen Pastor Ryan Tucker will be digging into our new message series on the beatitudes and asking the question why would jesus start the greatest sermon on christian living with a statement like blessed are the poor in spirit.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 3.

The Pursuit of Happy "Happy Is..."

This weekend will be starting out our new series called, "The Pursuit of Happy" Today Pastor Of Student Ministries Eddie Schmidt will be focusing in the Beatitudes of Jesus to see how we can truly have happiness and what some call the good life. Seeing that we are truly blessed by GOD and that we need to look to cross for life.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 5 starting in verse 1.

Relationships That Define Us "Grandparents"

This weekend we finish out our series called, "Relationships that Define us" Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be talking about another relationship that really shapes the next generation. as grandparents you have the opportunity to influence another generation of children which for some of us is really a second chance.

Our scripture text comes from. Leviticus  Chapter 19 starting in verse 32.

Relationships That Define Us "Fathers"

This weekend we continue with our series called, "Relationships that Define us" Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be discussing some keys to being simply a better Father. In the culture we have today most Dad's are missing in the family but it really does not have to be like that.

Our scripture text comes from 1 Thessalonians Chapter 2 starting in verse 11.

Relationships That Define Us "Mother"

This weekend we continue with our series called, "Relationships that Define us" Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be discussing some key principles in honoring our moms by looking at Jesus and his relationship with his mother Mary.The Fifth Commandment reads “Honor your father and your mother.” To honor simply means to value, to respect, to pay tribute to.  The responsibility to honor your mother begins when we are a child and continues until the day we die.

Our scripture text comes from Luke Chapter 2 starting in verse 52.

 

Relationships That Define Us "Children"

This weekend we continue with our series called, "Relationships that Define us" In our culture today we see a trend happening with children that are experience rich and relationally poor.
Today Lead Pastor John Hampton along with Next Gen Pastor Ryan Tucker will be unpacking some principles to help all of us with our relationship with our children. 

Our scripture text comes from Ephesians Chapter 6 starting in verse 4.

Relationships That Define Us "Friends"

This weekend we continue with our new series called, "Relationships that Define us"

This weekend lead pastor John Hampton along with long time friend and Pastor David Vaughan will be talking about the most influential relationships outside of marriage.

The Friendships we have can be such a blessing to our lives and can help truly define who we are.

 

Our scripture text comes from Proverbs Chapter 17 starting in verse 17.

Relationships That Define Us "Marriage"

This weekend we start out our new series called, "Relationships that Define us"

This weekend our guest speakers are Alan and Lisa Robertson stars from the popular reality TV show Duck Dynasty.

Alan and Lisa have an incredible comeback story to their marriage and what Christ can truly do when we put him in the center of our lives.

 

Our scripture text comes from Ephesians Chapter 6 starting in verse 12.

"The Worlds Greatest Comeback"

On this Easter weekend Lead pastor John Hampton will be talking about the worlds greatest comeback in history.

Jesus literally changed the course of human history with his life, death and ultimately with his resurrection.

This weekend we celebrate that the fact he has risen.

 

Our scripture text comes from Acts Chapter 1 starting in verse 11.

 

 

Nailed it "Rallied to Victory"

This weekend we will finish out our series called, Nailed it

This weekend Pastor of Care Ministry Harvey Carpenter will 

be giving us some insight into our enemy Satan seeing how we can have victory in Jesus over all spiritual struggles.

 

Our scripture text comes from Ephesians Chapter 6 starting in verse 12.

 

 

Nailed it "Released From Condemnation"

This weekend we continue with our new series called, Nailed it

Last weekend Lead Pastor John Hampton looked at how Jesus dealt with legalism when he nailed that to the cross of Calvary.

This weekend we will focus our attention on what Jesus did in dealing with something called Condemnation which we have all dealt with at times ultimately Jesus nailing that to the cross.

 

Our scripture text comes from Colossians Chapter 2 starting in verse 13.

 

 

Nailed it "Rescued from legalism"

This weekend we will start out our new series called, Nailed it

Over the next couple of weeks leading up to Easter Sunday Lead Pastor John Hampton

will addressing some specific things that Jesus did in his death, burial and finally his resurrection.

 

Our scripture text comes from Colossians Chapter 2 starting in verse 13.

Life on Mission "Pray"

This weekend we will wrap up our series called, Life on Mission

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton

will be talking about our 5th and final step in the process of learning to have a Life on mission.

We have talked about why and how to Connect, Serve, Share ,Grow and finally today we conclude with Pray.

 

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 6 starting in verse 10.

Life on Mission "Grow"

This weekend we continue with our series called, Life on Mission

Today Lead pastor John Hampton will be discussing The next step after a person comes to know Christ. 

learning to obey what Jesus has commanded in his word.

we call it the grow step

 

Our scripture text comes from  2 Corinthians Chapter 5 starting in verse 18.

Life on Mission "Share"

This weekend we continue with our series called, Life on Mission

Today Campus Pastor Joel Craig will be talking about 

What it truly looks like when we start sharing our faith and telling others what Jesus Christ has done for us.

Ultimately letting GOD use our story to be a witness to  others.

 

Our scripture text comes from Acts Chapter 1 starting in verse 8.

Life on Mission "Serve"

This weekend we continue with our series called, Life on Mission

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be talking about what it looks like when the church really  takes seriously the Great Commandment of loving God and loving our neighbor as ourselves.

 

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 22 starting in verse 36.

Life on Mission "Connect"

This weekend we continue with our new series called, Life on Mission

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will be looking into the story of Jesus when he called Matthew to be one of his followers, and focusing in on Matthew's response to entering a life on mission with Jesus.

 

Our scripture text comes from Luke Chapter 5 starting in verse 27.

Life on Mission "You Had One Job"

This weekend we start our new series called, Life on Mission

Our guest speaker is Pastor Tim Harlow from Parkview Christian Church in Chicago 

Tim will be giving us an overview of his new book called "Life on Mission" which is really a call to action for everyone who considers themselves to be Christ-followers.

You don't have to be a Bible scholar to live life on mission -- you just have to love God, love people, and live that way.

 

Our scripture text comes from Act 1:8 Chapter 1 starting in verse 8.

Unstuck "Living Beyond My Regrets"

This weekend we wrap up our series called, Unstuck. 

Today lead pastor John Hampton will be talking about how we deal with what we call "regret relapses." Breaking free from the Sorry Cycle is not just a one-time event; it is a life-long process of recognizing what keeps us stuck and forming new habits to keep us unstuck.

 

Our scripture text comes from James Chapter 5 starting in verse 16.

Unstuck "Redeem Your Regrets"

This weekend we continue with our series called , Unstuck.
Today campus pastor Harvey Carpenter will be looking at Step 3 for breaking free from the “sorry cycle” we sometimes find ourselves in.
Today we will be talking about the word redemption which is like no other word it really describes the way we overcome our regret and move forward.

Our scripture text comes from 1 Peter Chapter 1 starting in verse 18.

Unstuck "Releasing My Regrets"

This weekend we continue with our series titled, Unstuck. 

Today lead pastor John Hampton will be going over some key points associated with guilt which if not dealt can lead to a path of destruction.

Taking responsibility for what we do can help to lead us all out of the Sorry Cycle loop that we get stuck in. 

 

Our scripture text comes from Psalm Chapter 32 starting in verse 1.

Unstuck "Recognize Your Regrets"

This weekend we continue with our new series titled, Unstuck. 

Today lead pastor John Hampton will be once again be talking about regrets. 

We will look at why we keep getting stuck which in turn will help us in finally releasing our regrets and receiving God's redemption.

 

Our scripture text comes from Romans Chapter 7 starting in verse 15.

Unstuck "Rethink Your Regrets"

This weekend we begin a new message series titled "Unstuck"

Today lead pastor John Hampton will be talking about releasing our regrets and receiving God's redemption. We all have regrets from the past 

Many of us get stuck in our regrets and can't move forward.

In this series, we will take a look at specific regrets, release them to God, and learn to see regrets as an opportunity to start over.

 

Our scripture text comes from Romans Chapter 8 starting in verse 20.

 

"Best Decision Ever"

On this New Years weekend message Campus Pastor Harvey Carpenter will be looking at the decisions we make everyday really do affect our lives.
We make our decisions and then our decisions make us! We really do live and die by the choices we make.
Our scripture text comes from Joshua Chapter 21 starting in verse 45.

Do Not Be Afraid "To Pursue Your Purpose"

On this Christmas Eve message Lead Pastor John Hampton will finish out our series called "Do Not Be Afraid"
As we continue to take a closer look at The Christmas story looking specifically at each 4 statements of the words “Do not be afraid”
Today we will be going over 3 things we can learn regarding the time when the Angels announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds.

Our scripture text comes from Luke Chapter 2 starting in verse 8.

Do Not Be Afraid "To Go All In"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will continue with our series called "Do Not Be Afraid"
As we continue to take a closer look at The Christmas story looking specifically at each 4 statements of the words “Do not be afraid”
Today we’re going to look at one of those moments in the life of a young Jewish girl named Mary
Who simply said "I am the Lords servant"
Which shows all of us that following Jesus is a complete and total surrender.
It really is a choice to go all in.

Our scripture text comes from Luke Chapter 1 starting in verse 26.

Do Not Be Afraid "Of The Scandal of Love"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will continue with our new series called "Do Not Be Afraid"
As we continue to take a closer look at The Christmas story looking specifically at each 4 statements of the words “Do not be afraid”
This time around we will look at the Angels message to Joseph to see what we can learn from his part in the Christmas story.

 

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 1 starting in verse 18.

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Shawn Welcome from Sunday December 4th 2016 at Journey Apopka Campus.

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Do Not Be Afraid "To Question Your Doubts"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will start out our new series called "Do Not Be Afraid". Over this month of December we will take a closer look at the
Christmas story looking specifically at each 4 statements of the words “Do not be afraid”

Our scripture text comes from Luke Chapter 1 starting in verse 5.

Thanks Again "Thankful for Endings and new Beginnings"

Today Campus Pastor Harvey Carpenter will finish out our 2 part message series called "Thanks again"

In this journey we call life there are beginnings and endings to chapters.

God has a plan for each of us coming out of endings, our pain, and heartbreak. 

 

We know that in all things 

God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Our scripture text comes from Acts Chapter 1 starting in verse 1.

Thanks Again "Thanks Again"

Today Campus Pastor Joel Craig will start out our 2 part message series called "Thanks again"

When was the last time you really appreciated the people that GOD has placed in your life.

Today we will be looking to the writings from Paul in scripture to give us some insight on being simply thankful for people.

Our scripture text comes from 1st Thessalonians Chapter 5 starting in verse 16.

 

Don't Say____ in Church! "The “X” Factor In Giving"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will finish with our series called "Don't Say____ in Church!"
Today we’re going to talk about the “x” factor in giving.
There is a element of giving that touches a part of our life that far exceeds any value in this world today.
Today we be focusing in on what we are calling the Joy Factor.

Our scripture text comes from PhilippiansChapter 4 starting in verse 4.

Don't Say____ in Church! "The Power Of And"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will continue with our series called "Don't Say____ in Church!"

When dealing with money people are reluctate to be generous but the Bible clearly gives us some practical tips on not being worrying about tomorrow

as a believer we need to keep our final Destination In Mind AND Enjoy The Journey Along The Way.

Our scripture text comes from Matthew Chapter 6 starting in verse 25.

Don't Say____ in Church! "Gateway To Generosity"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will continue with our series called "Don't Say____ in Church!"

Continuing with our Talk about money today we will be discussing some 

key points that will give us more understanding on giving and how it is truly the gateway to leading a more generous life.

Our scripture text comes from 1 Timothy Chapter 4 starting in verse 7.

Don't Say____ in Church! "What’s Your Number?"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton along with special guest Darren Key from Christian Financial Resources will continue with our new series called "Don't Say____ in Church!"

as we continue to talk about money this time around we discussing some key points on what the Bible says about the bondage of debt.

Our scripture text comes from Proverbs Chapter 21 starting in verse 20.

Don't Say____ in Church! "Money Matters"

Today Lead Pastor John Hampton will start out our new series called "Don't Say____ in Church!"

as we dig into today's message we will be looking at some basic parts of our lives concerning money.

Being worried about money is really a universal experience that affects everyone at times.

Today we will discuss what GOD thinks about money.

Our scripture text comes from Proverbs Chapter 31 starting in verse 13.

"The Remedy"

Today our Guest Speaker is pastor Jamie Snyder from Lakeside Christian Church located Lakeside Park, Kentucky.
So many people are looking for a remedy or fix to life.
The truth is there is remedy and it is not a product but is a person and his name is Jesus

Our scripture text comes from Luke Chapter24 starting in verse 1.

FreeBird "The Purpose–Driven Job"

Today, Lead Pastor John Hampton will finish out our series called "Freebird" Today we will Focus in on the Purpose corner of the deep desires triangle giving us real understanding to the really Big question that all of us ask "what is my purpose"

Our scripture text comes from Colossians Chapter 3 starting in verse 23.