Sermons Podcast for SOMA Church Community http://www.somachurch.us en-us SOMA Church Community no SOMA Church Community ℗ & © 2010 SOMA Church Community 720 Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/good-is-not-good-enough http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/good-is-not-good-enough Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/it-is-not-about-divorce-but-about-marriage http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/it-is-not-about-divorce-but-about-marriage Sun, 29 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/back-to-school--for-disciples- http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/back-to-school--for-disciples- Sun, 22 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-is-a-transfiguration http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-is-a-transfiguration Sun, 15 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/who-do-you-say-he-is http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/who-do-you-say-he-is Sun, 08 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EDT Rich Wells Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/can-you-see-clearly-yet http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/can-you-see-clearly-yet Mon, 02 Aug 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/healings-filled-with-questions http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/healings-filled-with-questions Sun, 25 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/clean http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/clean Sun, 18 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/close http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/close Sun, 11 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/it-was-the-best-of-times--it-was-the-worst-of-times- http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/it-was-the-best-of-times--it-was-the-worst-of-times- Sun, 04 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/life-has-problems--life-has-jesus- http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/life-has-problems--life-has-jesus- Sun, 27 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/happy-fathers-day--lets-eat-pork http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/happy-fathers-day--lets-eat-pork Sun, 20 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/jesus-does-not-want-to-calm-the-storms-of-you-life http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/jesus-does-not-want-to-calm-the-storms-of-you-life Sun, 13 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/are-you-listening http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/are-you-listening Sun, 06 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT Scott Wise Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/remember-who-were-talking-about http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/remember-who-were-talking-about Sun, 30 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Jeremy Writebol Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark The Gospel of Jesus Christ is NOT religion. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is NOT religion. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/death-to-religion-how-religion-kills-everything http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/death-to-religion-how-religion-kills-everything Sun, 23 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Rich Wells Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark Are you willing to do whatever it takes to bring your friends to Jesus? Are you willing to do whatever it takes to bring your friends to Jesus? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/you-have-a-friend http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/you-have-a-friend Sun, 16 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark What did a day in the life of Jesus look like? What did a day in the life of Jesus look like? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-day-in-the-life-of-jesus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-day-in-the-life-of-jesus Sun, 09 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark Jesus issues this radical call to four fishermen to drop everything and to come and follow Him. He issues the same Call to us. Jesus issues this radical call to four fishermen to drop everything and to come and follow Him. He issues the same Call to us. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-call http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-call Tue, 04 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark The beginning of Jesus' public ministry is like no other. Join us as we follow Him through some amazing events. The beginning of Jesus' public ministry is like no other. Join us as we follow Him through some amazing events. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/jesus-begins-his-ministry http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/jesus-begins-his-ministry Sun, 25 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark Who was the man called John the Baptizer? What was his baptism all about? What is Christian baptism and is it different from John's baptism? Who was the man called John the Baptizer? What was his baptism all about? What is Christian baptism and is it different from John's baptism? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/baptism-and-john-the-baptizer http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/baptism-and-john-the-baptizer Sun, 18 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Journey with Jesus: A study of Mark The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-is-the-gospel http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-is-the-gospel Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus SOMA's Easter message delivered outside in downtown Santa Rosa during our Easter Brunch for the homeless SOMA's Easter message delivered outside in downtown Santa Rosa during our Easter Brunch for the homeless http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/easter-2010 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/easter-2010 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Compelled By Love As we launch forward into God's Mission, it is imperative that we have the mind and attitude of Jesus. As we launch forward into God's Mission, it is imperative that we have the mind and attitude of Jesus. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/launching-into-mission http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/launching-into-mission Sun, 28 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Compelled By Love We are called to love God and to love people. Jesus said that if we love Him we will keep His commandments. Are we keeping His commandments in general? Are we keeping His command to "make disciples" in particular? We are called to love God and to love people. Jesus said that if we love Him we will keep His commandments. Are we keeping His commandments in general? Are we keeping His command to "make disciples" in particular? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/missional-obedience http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/missional-obedience Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT Rich Wells Compelled By Love The spiritual disciplines play an important role in our preparation for missional living. This is essence of Missional Spirituality. The spiritual disciplines play an important role in our preparation for missional living. This is essence of Missional Spirituality. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/missional-spirituality http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/missional-spirituality Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Compelled By Love contextualization,missionaries contextualization,missionaries http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/making-a-missional-impact http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/making-a-missional-impact Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EST Scott Wise Compelled By Love http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-missional-endeavor http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-missional-endeavor Sun, 28 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Compelled By Love http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-missionary-god http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-missionary-god Sun, 21 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus I want to grow In this final message in the "I Want to Grow" series, Paul Ortlinghaus looks at the role of the Holy Spirit in our spiritual growth and transformation. In this final message in the "I Want to Grow" series, Paul Ortlinghaus looks at the role of the Holy Spirit in our spiritual growth and transformation. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-forgotten-god http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-forgotten-god Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST holy spirit, growth Gil Stieglitz Join us as our friend Gil Stieglitz shares some "secrets of life" from Jesus. Join us as our friend Gil Stieglitz shares some "secrets of life" from Jesus. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/life-lessons-from-jesus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/life-lessons-from-jesus Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST secrets, prayer, evangelism Paul Ortlinghaus I want to grow Our greatest need in western Christianity, especially here in the United States, is to know God better. A key to a better knowledge of God is through prayer. Join us for part 4 in our I WANT TO GROW series. Our greatest need in western Christianity, especially here in the United States, is to know God better. A key to a better knowledge of God is through prayer. Join us for part 4 in our I WANT TO GROW series. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-greatest-need http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-greatest-need Sun, 24 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus I want to grow We absolutely will not grow spiritually without the Bible. Part of our use of the Bible is to use it as a sword for killing sin in our lives. Join us in part 3 of our I WANT TO GROW series. We absolutely will not grow spiritually without the Bible. Part of our use of the Bible is to use it as a sword for killing sin in our lives. Join us in part 3 of our I WANT TO GROW series. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/swords-are-for-killing http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/swords-are-for-killing Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST bible, swords I want to grow It might not be self evident, but giving plays a big part in our growth. Join us as Scott Wise delivers our second message in our I WANT TO GROW series. It might not be self evident, but giving plays a big part in our growth. Join us as Scott Wise delivers our second message in our I WANT TO GROW series. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/giving-to-grow http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/giving-to-grow Sun, 10 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST tithe, money, giving, spiritual growth Jon Maves I want to grow This is our deepest desire before God - as individuals and as a church - I WANT TO GROW. I want to be more like Jesus. I want to love others the way God loves. I want to be transformed into the man or woman that God created me to be. Join us in this new series to kick of 2010. This is our deepest desire before God - as individuals and as a church - I WANT TO GROW. I want to be more like Jesus. I want to love others the way God loves. I want to be transformed into the man or woman that God created me to be. Join us in this new series to kick of 2010. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-want-to-grow:-introduction http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-want-to-grow:-introduction Sun, 03 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST sanctification, tranformation, new years Paul Ortlinghaus Have you ever regifted something? Christmas is something we should regift all the time. Have you ever regifted something? Christmas is something we should regift all the time. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/regifting-christmas http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/regifting-christmas Sun, 27 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST christmas, incarnation, jesus Salvation Is Here Join us for part 2 of 2 in this Christmas series called Salvation Is Here. Join us for part 2 of 2 in this Christmas series called Salvation Is Here. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/salvation-is-here-part-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/salvation-is-here-part-2 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Salvation Is Here Join us for part 1 of 2 in this Christmas series called Salvation Is Here. Join us for part 1 of 2 in this Christmas series called Salvation Is Here. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/salvation-is-here-part-1 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/salvation-is-here-part-1 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Ruth: The hand of God in human life Join us as we finish our look at the book of Ruth from the Old Testament with chapters 3 and 4. Join us as we finish our look at the book of Ruth from the Old Testament with chapters 3 and 4. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-3-and-4:-ruth-3-and-4 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-3-and-4:-ruth-3-and-4 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST ruth, providence, sovereignty Ruth: The hand of God in human life Join us as we continue to see the hand of God in human life in the third chapter and third Act of the book of Ruth. Join us as we continue to see the hand of God in human life in the third chapter and third Act of the book of Ruth. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-3:-ruth-3 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-3:-ruth-3 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Ruth: The hand of God in human life The Sovereignty of God. One of the most majestic doctrines in the Bible. The Sovereignty of God. One of the most majestic doctrines in the Bible. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/intermission:-the-sovereignty-of-god http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/intermission:-the-sovereignty-of-god Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST sovereignty of god, sovereign, isaiah, freedom Paul Ortlinghaus Ruth: The hand of God in human life Join us as we continue to see the hand of God in human life in the second chapter and second Act of the book of Ruth. Join us as we continue to see the hand of God in human life in the second chapter and second Act of the book of Ruth. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-2:-ruth-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-2:-ruth-2 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Ruth: The hand of God in human life Join us as we study the wonderful story of Ruth from the Old Testament. This message is Act 1, Ruth 1. Join us as we study the wonderful story of Ruth from the Old Testament. This message is Act 1, Ruth 1. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-1:-ruth-1 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/act-1:-ruth-1 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus As we celebrate Reformation Day 2009, join us for an overview of one of the central characters of the Reformation - Martin Luther - and a look at the Five Solas that emerged from the Reformation. Do we have the courage to be Protestant today? As we celebrate Reformation Day 2009, join us for an overview of one of the central characters of the Reformation - Martin Luther - and a look at the Five Solas that emerged from the Reformation. Do we have the courage to be Protestant today? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-reformation-for-dummies http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-reformation-for-dummies Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:00:00 EDT reformation day, protestant, martin luther, five solas Paul Ortlinghaus From Stress To Rest If we are honest, sometimes we experience a lot of stress in areas concerning our faith. Join us as we look at three possible areas of stress in our faith and consider how to move to rest in those areas. If we are honest, sometimes we experience a lot of stress in areas concerning our faith. Join us as we look at three possible areas of stress in our faith and consider how to move to rest in those areas. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-faith http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-faith Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT faith, stress, trust, belief, collision Paul Ortlinghaus From Stress To Rest How do we move from stress to rest in the area of our work and jobs? Join us for some answers. How do we move from stress to rest in the area of our work and jobs? Join us for some answers. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-job http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-job Sun, 18 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT work, job Rich Wells From Stress To Rest How do we move from stress to rest at it relates to forgiveness in our relationships? How do we move from stress to rest at it relates to forgiveness in our relationships? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/forgiveness-in-my-relationships http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/forgiveness-in-my-relationships Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT resentment, bitterness, forgiveness Paul Ortlinghaus From Stress To Rest How do we move from stress to rest at it relates to our finances? How do we move from stress to rest at it relates to our finances? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-finances http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-finances Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT finances, tithing Paul Ortlinghaus From Stress To Rest How do we move from stress to rest as it relates to the future? How do we move from stress to rest as it relates to the future? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-future http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/my-future Sun, 27 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT future, plans, rest Paul Ortlinghaus I Love My Church Jesus loves His church more than we know. Listen as we explore some of the ways He demonstrates His love for His church. Jesus loves His church more than we know. Listen as we explore some of the ways He demonstrates His love for His church. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-love-my-church---part-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-love-my-church---part-2 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT church, cross Paul Ortlinghaus I Love My Church This message is from the one year anniversary service of Soma Church Community. Listen for a reminder of Soma's origins and what Soma longs to be by God's grace. This message is from the one year anniversary service of Soma Church Community. Listen for a reminder of Soma's origins and what Soma longs to be by God's grace. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-love-my-church---part-1 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-love-my-church---part-1 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT mission, vision Paul Ortlinghaus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/trinity:-three-in-one http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/trinity:-three-in-one Sun, 06 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT trinity, god, father, son Paul Ortlinghaus Born of God http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/born-of-god---part-3 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/born-of-god---part-3 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT born of god, salvation, saved, born again Paul Ortlinghaus Born of God http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/born-of-god---part-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/born-of-god---part-2 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Born of God What must I do to be saved? This might be one of the most important questions we ask. This message seeks to answer this question from the pages of the Bible. What must I do to be saved? This might be one of the most important questions we ask. This message seeks to answer this question from the pages of the Bible. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/born-of-god---part-1 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/born-of-god---part-1 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT Jon Maves http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/where-do-you-stand http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/where-do-you-stand Sun, 09 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT stand, rock Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for the Conclusion to this series. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for the Conclusion to this series. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/conclusion http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/conclusion Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:00:00 EDT ephesians, conclusion, grace, love, peace Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/family-matters http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/family-matters Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT parents, fathers, children, obey Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/marriage-marriage-marriage http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/marriage-marriage-marriage Sun, 12 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT marriage, headship, submission, christ Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/living-in-focus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/living-in-focus Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT focus, will of god, filled with the spirit Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/turn http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/turn Sun, 28 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT turn, greed, purity, sexuality, sex Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/be-imitators-of-god http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/be-imitators-of-god Sun, 21 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT motivations, imitators of god Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/dare-to-be-different http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/dare-to-be-different Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT new sef, old self Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/unity-in-the-body http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/unity-in-the-body Sun, 07 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT unity, body, diversity, maturity Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/recharge http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/recharge Sun, 31 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT strength Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us in this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-gospel-life http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-gospel-life Sun, 24 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT mystery, gospel, missionary, missional Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-firm-hope http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-firm-hope Sun, 17 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT gentiles, jews, new man Jon Maves The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/open-eyes http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/open-eyes Sun, 03 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/o-praise-him http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/o-praise-him Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT predestination Paul Ortlinghaus The ABCs of Christianity: Ephisians The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. The apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians covers the heart and soul of biblical Christianity. Join us for this series in this amazing book. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/intro-to-ephesians http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/intro-to-ephesians Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT ephesus, paul Paul Ortlinghaus Habakkuk The book of Habakkuk in the Old Testament has some important things to teach us when it seems like God is absent from the trials we face. Join us for chapter 3. The book of Habakkuk in the Old Testament has some important things to teach us when it seems like God is absent from the trials we face. Join us for chapter 3. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/leaving-the-valley http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/leaving-the-valley Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT habakkuk, trials, questions Paul Ortlinghaus Habakkuk The book of Habakkuk in the Old Testament has some important things to teach us when it seems like God is absent from the trials we face. Join us for chapter 2. The book of Habakkuk in the Old Testament has some important things to teach us when it seems like God is absent from the trials we face. Join us for chapter 2. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/life-in-the-valley http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/life-in-the-valley Sun, 29 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Habakkuk The book of Habakkuk in the Old Testament has some important things to teach us when it seems like God is absent from the trials we face. Join us for chapter 1. The book of Habakkuk in the Old Testament has some important things to teach us when it seems like God is absent from the trials we face. Join us for chapter 1. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/god--where-are-you http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/god--where-are-you Sun, 22 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT God desires that we grow when we're part of a dangerous church - a church that prays and a church that loves one another deeply. God desires that we grow when we're part of a dangerous church - a church that prays and a church that loves one another deeply. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/growing-as-a-dangerous-church http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/growing-as-a-dangerous-church Sun, 15 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT God desires that we grow when we're part of a dangerous church - a church that prays and a church that loves one another deeply. Paul Ortlinghaus God grows us through many ways. Giving... and giving generously is one of those ways. God grows us through many ways. Giving... and giving generously is one of those ways. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/growing-through-generosity http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/growing-through-generosity Sun, 08 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EST generosity, sacrificial living Paul Ortlinghaus God wants to talk to you. His primary way of talking to you is through His Word - the Bible. Are you ready to listen? God wants to talk to you. His primary way of talking to you is through His Word - the Bible. Are you ready to listen? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/god-wants-to-talk-to-you http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/god-wants-to-talk-to-you Sun, 01 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Goin' All The Way God wants our marriages to go all the way. Join us in this series as we talk about finding the one and the two and then take a biblical look at sex. God wants our marriages to go all the way. Join us in this series as we talk about finding the one and the two and then take a biblical look at sex. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/it-matters http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/it-matters Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST dating, relationships, the one Paul Ortlinghaus Goin' All The Way God wants our marriages to go all the way. Join us in this series as we talk about finding the one and the two and then take a biblical look at sex. God wants our marriages to go all the way. Join us in this series as we talk about finding the one and the two and then take a biblical look at sex. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/finding-the-two http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/finding-the-two Sun, 08 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Goin' All The Way God wants our marriages to go all the way. Join us in this series as we talk about finding the one and the two and then take a biblical look at sex. God wants our marriages to go all the way. Join us in this series as we talk about finding the one and the two and then take a biblical look at sex. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/finding-the-one http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/finding-the-one Sun, 01 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST Gil Stieglitz Have you ever been tempted to look up to heaven and scream at God, “What in the World are you doing?” We know that God is in control but we often do not know how what is happening in our life could in any way be a part of His plan. This message peels back the curtain and shows us what God is up to in our lives. When we realize what God is doing and cooperate with Him rather than fight Him, our whole life will change. Have you ever been tempted to look up to heaven and scream at God, “What in the World are you doing?” We know that God is in control but we often do not know how what is happening in our life could in any way be a part of His plan. This message peels back the curtain and shows us what God is up to in our lives. When we realize what God is doing and cooperate with Him rather than fight Him, our whole life will change. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-in-the-world-is-god-doing http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-in-the-world-is-god-doing Sun, 25 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST change, poor in sprit, mourn, workmanship Paul Ortlinghaus An honest and frank look at life and the abortion topic. An honest and frank look at life and the abortion topic. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/choose-life http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/choose-life Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST sanctity of life, life, abortion Paul Ortlinghaus The vision of Soma Church Community is that by God's grace we are becoming a spiritually transformed community that is actively loving God and loving others in Sonoma County and the world. Hebrews 12:1-2 helps us refocus our focus on this vision for 2009. The vision of Soma Church Community is that by God's grace we are becoming a spiritually transformed community that is actively loving God and loving others in Sonoma County and the world. Hebrews 12:1-2 helps us refocus our focus on this vision for 2009. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/refocus-your-focus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/refocus-your-focus Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST 2009 Paul Ortlinghaus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/cry-out-to-jesus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/cry-out-to-jesus Sun, 28 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus christmas spirit Giving is what love does. Join us as we look at the wonders of His love this Christmas. Giving is what love does. Join us as we look at the wonders of His love this Christmas. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/and-wonders-of-his-love http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/and-wonders-of-his-love Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus christmas spirit For the follower of Jesus one aspect of the Christmas Spirit should be a life of authentic praise. We see this modeled in the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus in Luke 1:46-55. For the follower of Jesus one aspect of the Christmas Spirit should be a life of authentic praise. We see this modeled in the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus in Luke 1:46-55. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-life-of-authentic-praise http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-life-of-authentic-praise Sun, 14 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST christmas spirit, mary Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount What will we do with Jesus? As Jesus concludes his Sermon on the Mount he presents his disciples and the crowds with four warnings that show that there is a choice required - either for Jesus and his way or to reject Jesus and his way. There is no third option. What will we do with Jesus? As Jesus concludes his Sermon on the Mount he presents his disciples and the crowds with four warnings that show that there is a choice required - either for Jesus and his way or to reject Jesus and his way. There is no third option. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-will-we-do-with-jesus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-will-we-do-with-jesus Sun, 07 Dec 2008 12:00:00 EST sermon on the mount Paul Ortlinghaus The doctrine (not the condition) of Depravity is something we should thank God for as it glorifies the Gospel. The doctrine (not the condition) of Depravity is something we should thank God for as it glorifies the Gospel. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/thankful-for-depravity http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/thankful-for-depravity Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST thankful, depravity Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount As Jesus begins to draw his message to a close, He warns of three dangers and sums things up with the Golden Rule. Join us as we study Matthew 7:1-12. As Jesus begins to draw his message to a close, He warns of three dangers and sums things up with the Golden Rule. Join us as we study Matthew 7:1-12. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/dangers-and-the-golden-rule http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/dangers-and-the-golden-rule Sun, 23 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST judging, judgmental, golden rule Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount What does a right kingdom outlook consist of? In the words of scholar D.A. Carson it requires an unswerving loyalty to kingdom values and uncompromised trust in God. Join us as we see this in Matthew 6:19-34. What does a right kingdom outlook consist of? In the words of scholar D.A. Carson it requires an unswerving loyalty to kingdom values and uncompromised trust in God. Join us as we see this in Matthew 6:19-34. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-kingdom-outlook http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/a-kingdom-outlook Sun, 16 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST treasures, worry Paul & Rich Sermon on the Mount Prayer - simply put it is communicating with God. What should we pray? What should we not pray? Join us as we look at what Jesus had to say about prayer from Matthew 6:7-15 and 7:7-11. Prayer - simply put it is communicating with God. What should we pray? What should we not pray? Join us as we look at what Jesus had to say about prayer from Matthew 6:7-15 and 7:7-11. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/prayer---matt--6:7-15--7:7-11 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/prayer---matt--6:7-15--7:7-11 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount How are we to treat our enemies? Join us in Matthew 5:38-48. How are we to treat our enemies? Join us in Matthew 5:38-48. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/enemies---matt--5:38-48 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/enemies---matt--5:38-48 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT enemies Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount Let your "yes" be yes and your "no" be no. Join us as we look at telling the truth from Matthew 5:33-37. Let your "yes" be yes and your "no" be no. Join us as we look at telling the truth from Matthew 5:33-37. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/telling-the-truth---matt--5:33-37 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/telling-the-truth---matt--5:33-37 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT oaths, truth Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount Jesus confronts the prevailing wisdom of his day as he addresses murder, adultery, and divorce in Mathew 5:21-32. Jesus confronts the prevailing wisdom of his day as he addresses murder, adultery, and divorce in Mathew 5:21-32. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/issues-of-the-heart---matt--5:21-32 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/issues-of-the-heart---matt--5:21-32 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT murder, adultery, divorce Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount What was Jesus' view of the Hebrew Scriptures - what we call the Old Testament? Join us as we look at Matthew 5:17-20. What was Jesus' view of the Hebrew Scriptures - what we call the Old Testament? Join us as we look at Matthew 5:17-20. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/jesus-and-the-hebrew-scriptures---matt--5:17-20 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/jesus-and-the-hebrew-scriptures---matt--5:17-20 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT old testament Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount A look at what it means for Christians to be salt and light from Matthew 5:13-16. A look at what it means for Christians to be salt and light from Matthew 5:13-16. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/salt-and-light---matt--5:13-16 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/salt-and-light---matt--5:13-16 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT salt and light Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount A look at the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-12 as norms of the Kingdom. A look at the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-12 as norms of the Kingdom. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/norms-of-the-kingdom---matt--5:1-12 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/norms-of-the-kingdom---matt--5:1-12 Sun, 21 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT beatitudes Paul Ortlinghaus Sermon on the Mount Blueprint for life - Matt 7:24-27 Blueprint for life - Matt 7:24-27 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/blueprint-for-life---matt-7:24-27 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/blueprint-for-life---matt-7:24-27 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT Dan Lahl http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/dan-lahl-guest-speaker http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/dan-lahl-guest-speaker Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Soma Preview What is the essence of biblical community and why? This message explains and answers these questions and seeks to show why Soma is a church community. What is the essence of biblical community and why? This message explains and answers these questions and seeks to show why Soma is a church community. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/god-created-community http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/god-created-community Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Soma Preview If someone had absolutely no knowledge of church and they asked you to describe it for them, what would you say? This message tackles this idea by showing that at the heart of church is people. If someone had absolutely no knowledge of church and they asked you to describe it for them, what would you say? This message tackles this idea by showing that at the heart of church is people. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-is-the-church http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/what-is-the-church Sun, 20 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Soma Preview The apostle Paul uses the body (soma) metaphor to describe the church in two unique ways. This message explains those two unique descriptions of the church and shows their significance for Soma Church Community. The apostle Paul uses the body (soma) metaphor to describe the church in two unique ways. This message explains those two unique descriptions of the church and shows their significance for Soma Church Community. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/scc-s2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/scc-s2 Sun, 22 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT When it comes to sharing the Gospel, what is our part? What is God's part? In this message we see that we're called to catch and that the sorting is God's responsibility. When it comes to sharing the Gospel, what is our part? What is God's part? In this message we see that we're called to catch and that the sorting is God's responsibility. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/just-catch-dont-sort2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/just-catch-dont-sort2 Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT Rich Wells http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/disciple:-to-be-a-real-follower-of-jesus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/disciple:-to-be-a-real-follower-of-jesus Sun, 08 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT follower, disciple Paul Ortlinghaus John Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-13:1-30 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-13:1-30 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus John Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-12:37-50 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-12:37-50 Sun, 25 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT following jesus, john, unbelief Paul Ortlinghaus John Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-11:1-57 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-11:1-57 Sun, 11 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT resurrection, john 11, lazarus Ryan Schindler John Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-10:1-42 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-10:1-42 Sun, 04 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT Rich Wells John Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-9:1-41 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-9:1-41 Sun, 27 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT john 9, spiritual blindness Nicolai Pedersen John Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-6:1-71 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-6:1-71 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 12:00:00 EDT bread, bread of life, john 6 Paul Ortlinghaus John Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-5:1-47 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-5:1-47 Sun, 30 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT john 5 Paul Ortlinghaus An overview of the four biblical books called the Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. An overview of the four biblical books called the Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/in-search-of-jesus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/in-search-of-jesus Sat, 22 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT gospels, matthew, mark, luke Rich Wells John Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-4:1-54 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-4:1-54 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EDT woman at well Paul Ortlinghaus John Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-3:1-36 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-3:1-36 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus John Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-2:1-25 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-2:1-25 Sun, 02 Mar 2008 12:00:00 EST cana Paul Ortlinghaus John Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. Following Jesus through the Gospel according to John. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-1:19-51 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/following-jesus---john-1:19-51 Sun, 24 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus A challenge for the Lent season. A challenge for the Lent season. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/lent-and-communion http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/lent-and-communion Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:00:00 EST lent, communion Paul Ortlinghaus Yokes Was Jesus guilty of the same charges that get leveled at Christians and the church? Join us for this three-week series looking into these issues. Was Jesus guilty of the same charges that get leveled at Christians and the church? Join us for this three-week series looking into these issues. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/was-jesus-disrespectful-of-people-of-other-faiths-and-was-he-a-fundamentalist-who-took-the-bible-literally http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/was-jesus-disrespectful-of-people-of-other-faiths-and-was-he-a-fundamentalist-who-took-the-bible-literally Sun, 27 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST yokes, religion, fundamentalist Paul Ortlinghaus Yokes Was Jesus guilty of the same charges that get leveled at Christians and the church? Join us for this three-week series looking into these issues. Was Jesus guilty of the same charges that get leveled at Christians and the church? Join us for this three-week series looking into these issues. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/was-jesus-into-male-dominated-religion-and-was-he-homophobic http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/was-jesus-into-male-dominated-religion-and-was-he-homophobic Sun, 20 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST women, homosexuality Paul Ortlinghaus Yokes Was Jesus guilty of the same charges that get leveled at Christians and the church? Join us for this three-week series looking into these issues. Was Jesus guilty of the same charges that get leveled at Christians and the church? Join us for this three-week series looking into these issues. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/was-jesus-into-organized-religion-and-was-he-judgmental-and-negative http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/was-jesus-into-organized-religion-and-was-he-judgmental-and-negative Sun, 13 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST organized religion Paul Ortlinghaus 2008 will be a year for Soma to focus on the person of Jesus. This message - Vintage Jesus - serves as a broad introduction to the new year of messages. 2008 will be a year for Soma to focus on the person of Jesus. This message - Vintage Jesus - serves as a broad introduction to the new year of messages. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/vintage-jesus http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/vintage-jesus Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST christian Paul Ortlinghaus Experience The Wonder Join Soma as we explore the wonder that is Christmas through this series of messages. Join Soma as we explore the wonder that is Christmas through this series of messages. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-wonder-of-joseph-and-mary http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-wonder-of-joseph-and-mary Sun, 23 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST joseph Paul Ortlinghaus Experience The Wonder Join Soma as we explore the wonder that is Christmas through this series of messages. Join Soma as we explore the wonder that is Christmas through this series of messages. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-wonder-of-the-virgin-birth http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/the-wonder-of-the-virgin-birth Sun, 16 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST virgin birth Paul Ortlinghaus Transformation - a look at spiritual disciplines A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---slowing http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---slowing Sun, 02 Dec 2007 12:00:00 EST slowing, spiritual disciplines, transformation Paul Ortlinghaus Transformation - a look at spiritual disciplines A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---silence-and-solitude http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---silence-and-solitude Sun, 25 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST solitude, silence Paul Ortlinghaus Transformation - a look at spiritual disciplines A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---fasting-and-celebration http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---fasting-and-celebration Sun, 18 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST fasting, celebration Paul Ortlinghaus Transformation - a look at spiritual disciplines A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---prayer http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---prayer Sun, 11 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST Paul Ortlinghaus Transformation - a look at spiritual disciplines A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---reflection-on-scripture http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation---reflection-on-scripture Sun, 04 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EDT Transformation - a look at spiritual disciplines A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. A look at the Spiritual Disciplines as a means toward being transformed into the image of Christ. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation-introduction http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/transformation-introduction Sun, 28 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Untamable In this second message on the topic of worship, we take a look at the scene in heaven in Revelation 4 and five remaining questions that begin to help us "get" worship. In this second message on the topic of worship, we take a look at the scene in heaven in Revelation 4 and five remaining questions that begin to help us "get" worship. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/untamable-part-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/untamable-part-2 Sun, 21 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT praise, singing Paul Ortlinghaus Untamable In this first message on the topic of worship, we take a look at the scene in heaven in Revelation 4 and five questions that begin to help us "get" worship. In this first message on the topic of worship, we take a look at the scene in heaven in Revelation 4 and five questions that begin to help us "get" worship. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/untamable-part-1 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/untamable-part-1 Sun, 14 Oct 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus I am Jonah The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-4 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-4 Sun, 30 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT jonah, nineveh, prophet, minor prophets Paul Ortlinghaus I am Jonah The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus I am Jonah The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus I am Jonah The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus I am Jonah The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-3 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus I am Jonah The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-2 Sun, 16 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus I am Jonah The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. The Old Testament book of Jonah has some amazing things for us living in the 21st century. Join us for this four week study through Jonah. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-1 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/i-am-jonah---jonah-1 Sun, 09 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Can we honestly say with the writer of Psalm 84 that one day in God's presence is better than one thousand days elsewhere? Can we honestly say with the writer of Psalm 84 that one day in God's presence is better than one thousand days elsewhere? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/better-is-one-day http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/better-is-one-day Sun, 02 Sep 2007 12:00:00 EDT psalm 84 Paul Ortlinghaus Vision Our concluding message in the "Vision" series looks at our value of sharing Jesus: We will be a community that shares the life saving message of Jesus with people, because people matter to God. Our concluding message in the "Vision" series looks at our value of sharing Jesus: We will be a community that shares the life saving message of Jesus with people, because people matter to God. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/sharing-jesus---part-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/sharing-jesus---part-2 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 12:00:00 EDT sharing jesus Paul Ortlinghaus Vision As Soma prepares to launch this Fall, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our authentic community statement: As Father, Son and Holy Spirit, God has always existed in community. Jesus desired that the church would be united even as He and His Father were. We will be a community that is real with each other and God. We will seek out the lonely and draw them into community. As Soma prepares to launch this Fall, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our authentic community statement: As Father, Son and Holy Spirit, God has always existed in community. Jesus desired that the church would be united even as He and His Father were. We will be a community that is real with each other and God. We will seek out the lonely and draw them into community. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/authentic-community http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/authentic-community Sun, 29 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT authentic community Vision As Soma prepares to launch this Fall, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our acceptance statement: We will be a community that accepts, welcomes, and loves all people. We will strive towards unity as we try to reflect the Kingdom of God on earth. As Soma prepares to launch this Fall, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our acceptance statement: We will be a community that accepts, welcomes, and loves all people. We will strive towards unity as we try to reflect the Kingdom of God on earth. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/acceptance http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/acceptance Sun, 22 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT acceptance Rich Wells Vision As Soma prepares to launch this Fall, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our teaching statement: We will be culturally sensitive during our teaching while being Biblically faithful. Our goal is to teach for life change. As Soma prepares to launch this Fall, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our teaching statement: We will be culturally sensitive during our teaching while being Biblically faithful. Our goal is to teach for life change. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/teaching http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/teaching Sun, 15 Jul 2007 12:00:00 EDT teaching, values, culturally sensitive, biblically faithful, life change Paul Ortlinghaus Vision We believe that the Senior Pastor of the local church is to be the Lord Jesus Christ - see 1 Peter 5:4. We also believe that Jesus entrusted the earthly leadership of each local church to a team of Pastor - Elders. This message unpacks the biblical teaching on this topic and the application of this for Soma Church Community. We believe that the Senior Pastor of the local church is to be the Lord Jesus Christ - see 1 Peter 5:4. We also believe that Jesus entrusted the earthly leadership of each local church to a team of Pastor - Elders. This message unpacks the biblical teaching on this topic and the application of this for Soma Church Community. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/leadership-structure http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/leadership-structure Sun, 24 Jun 2007 12:00:00 EDT eldership, plurality, senior pastor, pastor, elders Paul Ortlinghaus Vision As Soma prepares to launch this September, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our transformation statement: We will be a community of people seeking spiritual transformation. We recognize that spiritual growth is not optional and therefore we will cooperate with God as He transforms us to be more like Jesus. Our services and programs will be designed with this goal. As Soma prepares to launch this September, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our transformation statement: We will be a community of people seeking spiritual transformation. We recognize that spiritual growth is not optional and therefore we will cooperate with God as He transforms us to be more like Jesus. Our services and programs will be designed with this goal. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/tranformation http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/tranformation Sun, 17 Jun 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Vision As Soma prepares to launch this September, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our vision statement: By God's grace we are becoming a spiritually transformed community that is actively loving God and loving others in Sonoma County and the world. As Soma prepares to launch this September, we want to take a serious look at who we want to be as a church. This series explores the mission, vision, distinctives and values of Soma Church Community. In this message we look at our vision statement: By God's grace we are becoming a spiritually transformed community that is actively loving God and loving others in Sonoma County and the world. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-vision http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/our-vision Sun, 10 Jun 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Mosaic: Where do you fit? God calls us to be stewards of our time, talent, and our treasure. In this last message in our Mosaic series, we look at what it means to steward our treasure. This message is a specific challenge for people to consider giving toward the launch of this new church - Soma Church Community. God calls us to be stewards of our time, talent, and our treasure. In this last message in our Mosaic series, we look at what it means to steward our treasure. This message is a specific challenge for people to consider giving toward the launch of this new church - Soma Church Community. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/stewardship-of-treasure http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/stewardship-of-treasure Sun, 03 Jun 2007 12:00:00 EDT treasure, stewardship, offering Paul Ortlinghaus Mosaic: Where do you fit? This message concludes the Spiritual Gifts component of the Mosaic series. This message concludes the Spiritual Gifts component of the Mosaic series. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/spiritual-gifts--4 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/spiritual-gifts--4 Sun, 27 May 2007 12:00:00 EDT spiritual gifts Paul Ortlinghaus Mosaic: Where do you fit? Continued discussion of Spiritual Gifts. Continued discussion of Spiritual Gifts. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/spiritual-gifts--3 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/spiritual-gifts--3 Sun, 20 May 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus Mosaic: Where do you fit? A further look at spiritual gifts. A further look at spiritual gifts. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/spiritual-gifts--2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/spiritual-gifts--2 Sun, 06 May 2007 12:00:00 EDT Paul Ortlinghaus The God Questions The question of how a good God and a suffering world go together is one of the most difficult questions. God is good. The scriptures declare this and we know this by experience. But this world is filled with hurt and suffering too. We know this by experience. The question of how a good God and a suffering world go together is one of the most difficult questions. God is good. The scriptures declare this and we know this by experience. But this world is filled with hurt and suffering too. We know this by experience. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/how-do-a-good-god-and-a-suffering-world-go-together http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/how-do-a-good-god-and-a-suffering-world-go-together Sun, 15 Apr 2007 12:00:00 EDT suffering, good god, evil Paul Ortlinghaus The God Questions The claim that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven causes so much emotion in our time. Is it true? Is He the only way? Don't all roads lead to heaven? The claim that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven causes so much emotion in our time. Is it true? Is He the only way? Don't all roads lead to heaven? http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/do-all-roads-lead-to-heaven http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/do-all-roads-lead-to-heaven Sun, 01 Apr 2007 12:00:00 EDT jesus christ, roads to heaven, exclusive Paul Ortlinghaus The God Questions Proverbs 30:5, 6 says that every word of God is "flawless" or "proves true." That is a pretty outrageous claim. And whether you believe that or not, you have to at least acknowledge that the Bible is unique. Proverbs 30:5, 6 says that every word of God is "flawless" or "proves true." That is a pretty outrageous claim. And whether you believe that or not, you have to at least acknowledge that the Bible is unique. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/is-the-bible-true http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/is-the-bible-true Sun, 25 Mar 2007 12:00:00 EDT true, inspired Paul Ortlinghaus The God Questions While any question about God is important, the question "Is God Real?" is the most important question because all of the other things we wonder about hinge on whether or not He exists. While any question about God is important, the question "Is God Real?" is the most important question because all of the other things we wonder about hinge on whether or not He exists. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/is-god-real http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/is-god-real Sun, 18 Mar 2007 12:00:00 EDT exist, proof, evidence, real Paul Ortlinghaus Acts 2 Church Looking closely at the Acts 2 church gives a clear blue-print and outline for how the present day church and Soma Church Community should conduct itself. Looking closely at the Acts 2 church gives a clear blue-print and outline for how the present day church and Soma Church Community should conduct itself. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/acts-2-church-part-2 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/acts-2-church-part-2 Sun, 18 Feb 2007 12:00:00 EST early church, acts 2 Paul Ortlinghaus Acts 2 Church The Acts 2 church changed the world. Many churches dream of having an Acts 2 church in our day. Is it possible? What does it look like for Soma Church Community. The Acts 2 church changed the world. Many churches dream of having an Acts 2 church in our day. Is it possible? What does it look like for Soma Church Community. http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/acts-2-church-part-1 http://www.somachurch.us/resources/sermons/sermon/acts-2-church-part-1 Sun, 11 Feb 2007 12:00:00 EST