Saddleback Church Weekend Messages

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You Need Others For Spiritual Support (Outline) Oct 21, 2018

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In today’s world, dependency is often considered a weakness. We’re taught that we don’t need anyone to figure things out on our own. But God did not create you to be alone — he created you to depend on a spiritual family for support. In this message, Pastor Rick Warren talks about how community is God’s answer to loneliness, fatigue, defeat, and despair. Having a church family is important because we need others to walk with us, work with us, watch out for us, wait and weep with us, and witness with us.

Why You Absolutely Need A Church Family Oct 14, 2018

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Why do more than 2 billion people attend church worldwide? What are the benefits? If someone were to ask us why we go to church, we may have a difficult time thinking of an answer. In this message, Pastor Rick Warren talks about how a church is not a place we go to or an event we attend — it’s a spiritual family. It’s a group of baptized believers who’ve joined together in a commitment to help each other fulfill God’s five purposes for their lives. You’ll learn why the church is the most important group on earth, and why it’s exactly where you belong!

Why You Absolutely Need A Church Family (Outline) Oct 14, 2018

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Upward, Inward, Outward Oct 07, 2018

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In a world full of distractions, what’s the one thing we need to fix our eyes on? What the one thing that, if we get it right, can make everything else fall into place? In this message, Pastor Daniel Fusco walks us through Matthew 22, when Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was. You’ll learn the three components of his answer: to live upward by loving God, to live inward by loving yourself, and to live outward by loving others. When we have a commitment to the Greatest Commandment, we will start to live great lives.

Upward, Inward, Outward (Outline) Oct 07, 2018

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When No One Understands Your Goal Sep 30, 2018

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Have you ever had a dream or a vision that no one else seemed to understand? In this message, Pastor Rick takes a look at the life of Noah who — despite doubt from those around him — followed God’s plan to save the human race. This lesson focuses on the heart of Noah, rather than the miracle of the storm. You’ll learn the four choices to make in order to fulfill God’s purpose for your life, including daring to be different, listening to God, doing what he tells you, and never giving up on his dream. Find out how to stick to your goal, even when no one else sees the big picture.

When No One Understands Your Goal (Outline) Sep 30, 2018

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When It Looks Too Late For A Comeback Sep 23, 2018

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When we think of impossible comebacks, our minds often go to a football game in which a team is down by two touchdowns in the final minutes. But for us, it’s never too late for a comeback when God is on our side. In this message, Pastor Tom Holladay takes a look at the life of Moses as a powerful example of a comeback that can give us hope. You’ll learn God’s four answers to our questions about comebacks, including knowing who he is, finding comfort in his presence, examining what’s in your hand, and knowing that God is in control. Don’t miss this message that will give you strength to take that first step — even when a comeback feels impossible.

When It Looks Too Late For A Comeback (Outline) Sep 23, 2018

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When A Setback Fills You With Fear Sep 16, 2018

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Have you ever watched a football game when the underdog came back to win in the final seconds? We all love a good comeback story, especially when it results in an unexpected victory. In this message, Pastor Rick Warren shares the four truths about setbacks and how every challenge is a setup for a great comeback. You’ll learn the common fears associated with setbacks, including inadequacy, disapproval, disappointment, and loss of control. Find out how to replace fear with faith by surrendering to God and basing your hope on the promises of God.