Ashley Hospitality Coordinator Ashley Zimmerman Ashley has been attending Peace Church for three years and joined the staff in August 2024. Originally from Byron Center, MI, she has been married to her husband Scott since April 2021. Ashley spent several years as a missionary kid in Uganda, Africa, from 2011 to 2018. She and Scott live in Byron Center. In her free time, Ashley enjoys doing puzzles, spending time with her family, cooking, reading, and doing anything with her husband, whether it's hiking or just lounging on the couch. Her favorite Bible passage is Romans 5:1-11. Contact the Connections Department

The Power of Sin in the Christian Life May 12, 2024 The Power of Sin in the Christian Life Sermon Series: The Church Never Preaches On... Download PDF 1 John 3:1-10 Main Idea Christ’s victory over sin gives us a new identity from sin. Outline A new trajectory (1-3) A new morality (4-7) A new family (5-10) Discussion Questions 1. Read Romans 7:16-20. How does this passage help us understand the idea of sin remaining in our lives even after we are saved? 2. What dangers come with the idea that we can be fully free from sin in this life? 3. Often, we believe that the gospel message is only for non-Christians, but how does this message teach us that it is also for believers? Looking Forward Prayer Focus

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Ashleigh Women's Ministry Coordinator Ashleigh Harms Ashleigh has been attending Peace since April 2022 and joined the staff in November 2023. Originally from South Lyon on the east side of Michigan, she married her husband Chris in December 2019. They have two dogs, Bella and Poppy. Ashleigh enjoys a wide variety of activities in her free time, including baking, reading, and spending time on her porch. She also enjoys crafting, working out, and most importantly, spending time with other people. Her favorite Bible passages are the book of Job and Psalm 27:14: "Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!" Contact the Family Ministry Admin

Jackie Operations Director Jackie Terpstra Jackie has been attending Peace since 2012 and has been on staff since 2018. Originally from Grandville, Michigan, she is married to Corey, and they have been together for 17 years. They have a daughter, Elodie, and a son, Ford. As a family, they enjoy camping. Jackie's favorite Bible passage is Jeremiah 29:11. Contact the Operations Director

Take Courage October 13, 2024 Take Courage Sermon Series: Take Courage Download PDF 2 Chronicles 15:1-7 Main Idea In a world turning from Him, God calls us to take courage in Him! Outline 1. Stand in the Spirit (vv1-2) 2. Stand in the Contrast (vv3-7) Discussion Questions Verse 2 of 2 Chronicles 15 warns, “But if you forsake Him, He will forsake you.” What does this teach us about the consequences of turning away from God? In what ways might people today forsake God, and what are the spiritual or emotional effects of this? King Asa responded to Azariah’s message with reforms (later in chapter 15). How can spiritual leaders today lead others toward faithfulness and renewal in God’s ways? In what practical ways can we - as a group - encourage one another to seek God more diligently and remain faithful even when faced with challenges? Looking Forward Prayer Focus

Hell, the Occult, & the Demonic April 28, 2024 Hell, the Occult, & the Demonic Sermon Series: The Church Never Preaches On... Download PDF Matthew 25:41-46 Main Idea Hell is the ultimate horror, reminding us that our actions really do matter. Outline 1. ...because the judge is Jesus Christ. (v41-45) 2. ...because the punishment is eternal. (v46) Discussion Questions 1. How does Matthew 10:28–33 help our perspective? 28 And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell. 29 Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. 30 But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. 31 Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. 32 So everyone who acknowledges me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven, 33 but whoever denies me before men, I also will deny before my Father who is in heaven. 2. Read Revelation 20:10. Even though the image of the lake of fire is most likely imagery, what does this tell us about Hell? 3. Can you be a Christian and deny the existence of Hell? Why not? 4. How does God's act of pouring out his wrath - on sin and sinners - point us to the Gospel? How does this direct us to worship? Looking Forward Prayer Focus

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The Message of Christ March 22, 2026 The Message of Christ Sermon Series: Magnitude Download PDF Mark 1:14-15 14 Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God, 15 and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.” Main Idea THE MAGNITUDE OF CHRIST’S MESSAGE IS THAT IT’S TIMELY AND TIMELESS AS WELL AS SPECIFIC AND THEMATIC. Outline CHRIST’S MESSAGE IS: 1. TIMELY AND TIMELESS (V14) 2. SPECIFIC AND THEMATIC (V15) Discussion Questions CHRIST’S MESSAGE IS TIMELY AND TIMELESS (V14) Why do you think people often reduce Jesus’ message to just “be kind” or “love others”? What makes the gospel not just timely for that moment, but timeless for all people? The sermon emphasized that Jesus was a proclaimer before a miracle worker. Why does that matter? What messages or “headlines” tend to dominate your attention right now? How can you tell when you are responding more to the world’s urgency than to Christ’s message? If someone asked you, “What is the gospel?” how would you answer in 1–2 minutes? CHRIST’S MESSAGE IS SPECIFIC AND THEMATIC (V15) What does Jesus mean by: “The time is fulfilled”? What about “The kingdom of God is at hand”? Why is it significant that the kingdom is not just future, but present and near? Why are both repentance and belief necessary, not just one? Which part of Jesus’ message do you tend to emphasize more, and why do you think that is?: The kingdom? Repentance? Belief? 5. The sermon described repentance as “changing your mind” and even used the idea of assimilation to the Kingdom: What do you think about that description? In what areas of your life do you see alignment with God’s Kingdom? Where do you still see more influence from the world? 6. The sermon said repentance is often under-taught or misunderstood. Why do you think that is in today’s church culture? How can we talk about repentance in a way that reflects Jesus’ tone (not harsh, but invitational)? Looking Forward How does Jesus being both the King of history and the King of your life change the way you live this week? Prayer Focus Pray for… Clear understanding of the true gospel as good news Hearts that respond to Christ’s message today, not later A focus on Jesus’ message over the noise of the world Awareness that the Kingdom of God is present and near Lives that reflect Kingdom priorities and values Genuine, ongoing repentance, turning from sin and changing our thinking Transformation as we become more aligned with God’s ways, not the world’s Deep, active faith in Jesus, not just head knowledge Boldness to share the gospel with others Personal surrender to Jesus as King over every area of life

Waiting October 19, 2025 Waiting Sermon Series: Nahum Download PDF Nahum 2:1-13 The Destruction of Nineveh 1 The scatterer has come up against you. Man the ramparts; watch the road; dress for battle; collect all your strength. 2 For the LORD is restoring the majesty of Jacob as the majesty of Israel, for plunderers have plundered them and ruined their branches. 3 The shield of his mighty men is red; his soldiers are clothed in scarlet. The chariots come with flashing metal on the day he musters them; the cypress spears are brandished. 4 The chariots race madly through the streets; they rush to and fro through the squares; they gleam like torches; they dart like lightning. 5 He remembers his officers; they stumble as they go, they hasten to the wall; the siege tower is set up. 6 The river gates are opened; the palace melts away; 7 its mistress is stripped; she is carried off, her slave girls lamenting, moaning like doves and beating their breasts. 8 Nineveh is like a pool whose waters run away. “Halt! Halt!” they cry, but none turns back. 9 Plunder the silver, plunder the gold! There is no end of the treasure or of the wealth of all precious things. 10 Desolate! Desolation and ruin! Hearts melt and knees tremble; anguish is in all loins; all faces grow pale! 11 Where is the lions’ den, the feeding place of the young lions, where the lion and lioness went, where his cubs were, with none to disturb? 12 The lion tore enough for his cubs and strangled prey for his lionesses; he filled his caves with preyand his dens with torn flesh. 13 Behold, I am against you, declares the LORD of hosts, and I will burn your chariots in smoke, and the sword shall devour your young lions. I will cut off your prey from the earth, and the voice of your messengers shall no longer be heard. Main Idea God’s holiness is a warning to the wicked, but a hope to His people. Outline God Undoes Evil (Nahum 2:1-2) God Humbles Evil (Nahum 2:3-5) God Ends Evil (Nahum 2:6-13) Discussion Questions Opening Questions What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “fear of God?” How can fearing God increase our love for God? God undoes evil (Nahum 2:1-2) What is something you have expereinced God restoring? What evil in the world do you long to see God restore? God humbles evil (Nahum 2:3-5) When was a time that God humbled you? How is God humbling you right now? God ends evil (Nahum 2:6-13) What are some ways that we overestimate our own power and control like the Assyrians did? What is a warning from God you have struggled to receive? Looking Forward In the upcoming days and weeks, what is something you can commit to in leaning more into the fear of God? Prayer Focus Pray for… The people of Peace Church to always take in the fullness of Scriptures, even the hard and ignored parts. The members of your community group to be able to walk through a challenging series with grace, patience, and courage. The lost to be open to learning more about the importance of God’s wrath and hearing his warnings, turning from evil and receiving the grace of God. All Christians to hear God’s specific warnings to them as they study His Word. Pastor Ryan as he preaches through this challenging book that many struggle to understand and receive. Yourself to better understand and live in light of the truth that God’s holiness is a hope to His people.

Fulfill Commitment October 27, 2024 Fulfill Commitment Sermon Series: Take Courage Download PDF 2 Chronicles 15:16-19 Main Idea In a world turning from Him, God calls us to fulfill our commitments to Him! Outline 1. We go all the way (vv16-17) 2. We give all to God (vv18-19) Discussion Questions Reflect on Colossians 3:23, which encourages us to work heartily as if for the Lord. How does this verse shape your understanding of fulfilling commitments in everyday life? Share an example of a commitment in your life that you see as part of your faith journey. How does God strengthen you to keep this commitment? Thomas Watson, a well-known Puritan preacher and writer from the 17th century, said, “We have sinned with our fathers; let us not be like them, but let us repent of our repentance. Hypocrites repent that they may sin no more, and that they may sin more. True repentance begins in the love of God, and ends in the hatred of sin.” What lesson can we learn from King Asa, not removing all the high places (or places of pagan worship)? Luke 16:10 reminds us, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.” How do you see this principle applying to both small and large commitments in your life? How does fulfilling small, everyday commitments build your character and prepare you for greater responsibilities? How is God calling you to engage further with what God has called us to as a church? Looking Forward Prayer Focus

The Beauty and Truth of Heaven April 21, 2024 The Beauty and Truth of Heaven Sermon Series: The Church Never Preaches On... Download PDF Revelation 21:1-5 Main Idea Heaven is another reminder that the best is yet to come Outline 1. The Heaven that there currently is. (v1) 2. The Heaven that there will be. (v2-5) Discussion Questions 1. Who is heaven for? 2. In what ways did this sermon challenge your view of Heaven? 3. How does Hebrews 12:22–25 connect to Revelation 21:1-5? 4. How is heaven a real future place and a real current reality? Read Ephesians 2:4–6 and discuss. Looking Forward Prayer Focus