Conversation - with Chris Mertz & Pastor Robby - Congregational Care Ministry

Sermon - Faith on its Knees: "Kingdom Wisdom " Series

Sermon Outline Focus: Kingdom wisdom recognizes that prayer is not our last resort—it is our first response. I. Kingdom Faith Prays in Every Season         In suffering, we pray.         In joy, we praise.         Every circumstance is an invitation to draw near to God. II. Kingdom Faith Refuses to Fight Alone         God never intended us to carry our burdens by ourselves.         Pray with and for one another.         Healing often begins when we bring our burdens into the light. III. Kingdom Faith Expects God to Move         Our confidence is not in our prayers, but in our God.         Prayer is powerful because God is faithful.         Prayer isn’t our last resort – it is our first response. IV. Questions for Reflection         What is my first instinct when life becomes difficult?         Where is God inviting me to trust Him more deeply?         Who can I encourage or pray for this week? Support the show [https://churchofthelakes.breezechms.com/give/online] Visit us online at churchofthelakes.org or on social media at churchofthelakesohio

Conversation - with Chris Mertz & Pastor Robby - Congregational Care Ministry

In this episode of Kingdom Conversation, Pastor Robby Strock sits down with Congregational Care Minister Chris Mertz to discuss the heart behind Church of the Lakes' Congregational Care Ministry. Discover how this dedicated team brings Christ's love through visits, prayer, encouragement, and compassionate support to those facing life's joys and challenges. Whether you're looking for a way to serve or simply want to learn how the church cares for its faith family, this conversation offers an inspiring look at a ministry that reminds us no one has to walk alone. Support the show [https://churchofthelakes.breezechms.com/give/online] Visit us online at churchofthelakes.org or on social media at churchofthelakesohio

Sermon - The Battle Withinn: "Kingdom Wisdom " Series

Sermon Outline Focus: The greatest battles in our lives are often not around us—but within us. Every conflict ultimately asks one question: Who is sitting on the throne of my heart? I. Every Conflict Reveals Competing Kingdoms (vs. 1-3)       Conflict often exposes deeper desires.       A good desire becomes dangerous when it becomes a ruling desire.       Conflict is often the smoke; idolatry is the fire. II. Every Idol Demands a Throne (vs. 4-6)       The world says, “Build your kingdom.” Jesus says, “Follow Me.”       Every false king promises life but leaves us empty.       “But He gives greater grace.” (James 4:6) III. The King Invites Us Home (vs. 7-10)       Repentance is stepping off the throne and returning to the Father.       Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.       Kingdom wisdom begins where self-rule ends. IV. Questions for Reflection       What desire is competing for the throne of my heart?       Where am I resisting God’s rule?       What would surrender to King Jesus look like this week? Support the show [https://churchofthelakes.breezechms.com/give/online] Visit us online at churchofthelakes.org or on social media at churchofthelakesohio

Conversation - with Pastor Jared & Pastor Robby - MidYear Checkin

Kingdom Conversation – Mid-Year Kingdom Check-In How are we doing halfway through our journey of embracing a Kingdom Mindset? In this special mid-year episode of Kingdom Conversation, Pastor Robby Strock and Pastor Jared Priset reflect on the first six months of Church of the Lakes' 2026 theme: Living with a Kingdom Mindset. Together they revisit key teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, Altar'd, Philippians, and James, sharing insights, lessons learned, and practical ways these studies are shaping our lives as followers of Jesus. The conversation explores why a Kingdom mindset is essential, what it means to build God's Kingdom in our everyday lives, and how each of us can take intentional next steps in becoming more like Christ and living counterculturally in a changing world. The episode also features our "Real Questions, Real Answers" segment, where Pastor Jared shares personal reflections on what has made him laugh, cry, and think this week. Whether you've been with us since the beginning of the year or are just joining the journey, this episode offers encouragement, biblical wisdom, and practical application to help you continue growing as a disciple of Jesus. At Church of the Lakes, our mission is to Connect all to Christ, become healthy in God, and courageous in love. We pray this conversation inspires you to live each day as a faithful citizen of God's Kingdom. Support the show [https://churchofthelakes.breezechms.com/give/online] Visit us online at churchofthelakes.org or on social media at churchofthelakesohio

Sermon - Tame the Tongue: "Kingdom Wisdom " Series

Sermon Outline Focus: What comes out of our mouths reveals who rules our hearts. I. The Tongue Possesses Enormous Power         Small words can have massive impact.         Words can heal or wound, build up or tear down.         Before speaking, posting, or commenting, ask: Is it True? Is it Necessary? Is it Kind?         “The tongue is a small part of the body, but it boasts great things.” (James 3:5) II. The Tongue Reveals the Condition of the Heart         Speech is not merely a mouth problem – it is a heart problem.         What fills the heart eventually comes out through the mouth.         Anger, bitterness, pride, and resentment often reveal themselves through our words.         “Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” (Matthew 12:34) III. Kingdom Speech Reflects Kingdom Citizenship         The world rewards outrage; Jesus calls us to grace.         The world says, “Win the argument.” Jesus says, “Love your neighbor.”         Kingdom citizens should sound different because they belong to a different King. IV. Application:         What do my words reveal about my heart?         Do my conversations and social media posts reflect Jesus?         Is there a relationship that needs healing, forgiveness, or an apology?         How can my speech better reflect the Kingdom of God this week? V. When Jesus reigns in the heart, His Kingdom begins to come out of the mouth. Support the show [https://churchofthelakes.breezechms.com/give/online] Visit us online at churchofthelakes.org or on social media at churchofthelakesohio