IGSM FF Podcast — Possession (9/2/11)

Speaking from Numbers 21:1-9, Chul discussed how the Israelites grew impatient and grumbled against God and Moses in the desert. Despite God’s covenant to deliver them into the Promised Land, the Israelites’ complaint is an emotional response based on their underlying expectation that everything should go well with them. Their self-centered perspective not only harmed relationships, but also led God to lift his protection over the Israelites, subjecting them to venomous snakes.
Against this backdrop, Chul explained how we need to pause and count God’s blessings in our lives whenever we have a grumbling heart, so that we may be convicted to repent and turn from our evil ways. It is only when our identity is that of a sinner who is dying under God’s judgment that we will be desperate enough to look to the bronze snake (in the Old Testament), and to the Cross (in the New Testament) to receive salvation. By trusting God’s promise and actually taking a step of faith, we can grow to appreciate God’s mercy and grace. In the process, our faith also gets strengthened.

Other verses referenced: John 3:14-18, Ezekiel 33:11

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Friday Forum Bible Study (5/13)

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Wesley

May 13, 2011
6:30 pm	to	9:30 pm

IGSM Friday Forum

May 13, 2011 6:30 PM

Buffet Town, 2518 Durant Ave, Berkeley

Come join us for Friday Forum bible study this week. We will be meeting at Buffet Town second floor this Friday at 6:30 PM starting with dinner. We will have bible study and celebrate the end of the semester – good luck on finals everyone!

Friday Brothers and Sisters Bible Studies – RIDES AT 6:30 PM (5/6)

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Wesley

May 6, 2011
6:30 pm	to	10:30 pm

Friday Brothers and Sisters Bible Studies

May 6, 2011 6:30 PM

Rides at Barrows at 6:30 PM

This week we will be having special brothers and sisters bible studies off-campus. Please meet at Barrows at 6:30 PM for rides to our bible study location (brothers at North Loop in Alameda, sisters in Berkeley). We will start with dinner at 7 PM followed by a time of testimonial sharing and bible study by IGSM staff and members.

Friday Forum Bible Study (4/29)

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Wesley

April 29, 2011
6:30 pm	to	8:30 pm

IGSM Friday Forum

April 29, 2011 6:30 PM

Location 110 Barrows

IGSM will resume Friday Forum Bible Study this week. We will start with dinner at 6:30 PM at Barrows Hall, followed by bible study. Congratulations on making it to the last week of classes!

Easter Sunday Service (4/24)

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Wesley

April 24, 2011
4:00 pm	to	6:00 pm

Easter Sunday Service

April 24, 2011 4 PM in Alameda

Kofman Auditorium (2200 Central Ave, Alameda)

Rides from Barrows at 3 PM

Come join us as we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday with Gracepoint Berkeley. The service will be held in Alameda at Kofman Auditorium at Alameda High School and there will be rides from Barrows Hall at 3 PM. This special service will present the “Case for Easter” and will be a chance for all to investigate the claims of the Bible surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Bring your friends and family and any newcomers who would like to learn more!

Good Friday Service (4/22)

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Wesley

April 22, 2011
6:00 pm	to	10:00 pm

Good Friday Service

April 22, 2011 7 PM in Alameda

Kofman Auditorium (2200 Central Ave, Alameda)

Rides from Barrows at 6 PM

Come join us as we commemorate Good Friday with Gracepoint Berkeley. We will be meeting in Alameda at Kofman Auditorium at Alameda High School. There will be rides from Barrows Hall at 6 PM, but dinner WILL NOT be served this week.

IGSM Friday Forum Podcast – Faith through Films, Part 3 (4/08/11)

Posted on April 15, 2011 by howardlei82

This message focuses on the good and evil in our hearts. Because the Bible says that human beings are made in the image of God, we’re capable of doing much good. However, the sin within us has caused us to replace God who should rightfully be at the center of our lives. Satan often tells us that we don’t need God’s guidance, planting the seed of mistrust in God. We must learn to say “no” to our self-centeredness that’s embedded within our sinful nature, so that we can experience true peace from God, who is the rightful owner of our lives, and knows what’s best for ourselves. These themes are illustrated through various movie clips from Star Wars and Lord of the Rings.

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