Downey Seventh-day Adventist Church
By Downey Adventist Church
Downey Seventh-day Adventist ChurchMay 12, 2024
Who is El Shaddai?
Many of us may have heard and sung the song, El Shaddai, which translates as "God Almighty. This week we'll be looking at several passages from the book of Genesis where God is described as faithful to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph.
Jesus as the Second Adam
In the book of Genesis we read that sin entered in this world with Adam and Eve. Yet in God's infinite power and wisdom, Jesus has redeemed us. Jesus is the second Adam, a spiritual and divine being that saves us from our sins. Join us this Sabbath as we read the Bible and discover God's infinite love for us.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
The Second Adam
The Names of God series #5
Chris Famisaran
04 May 2024
www.downeychurch.org
How Can Jesus Be The Word?
The WORD
In the first chapter of the gospel of John, the author begins with a short section focused on the WORD, or the Logos. This week we'll be discovering that the WORD, aka Jesus is the living God and came in the flesh being a light in a very dark world.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
The WORD
The Names of God series #4
Chris Famisaran
27 April 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3Ubi8bk
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
Is God Your Daddy?
ABBA
As we continue our series on the names of God, the term ABBA or Father in the aramaic languages is our next course of study. Both Jesus and Paul refer to God as father, and Paul goes even deeper to say that we are sons and daughters adopted by God.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
ABBA
The Names of God series #3
Bill Aumack
20 April 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3xBnIvV
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
I AM
In the book of Exdous, God calls Moses to go back to Egypt to lead God's people out of Egypt and begin the journey to the promised land. When Moses asks God, who sent me, God responded with "I AM". A simple phrase but it carries tremendous power. This week we'll be studying this short but powerful name of God. Downey Adventist Church Sermon I AM The Names of God series #2 Chris Famisaran 13 April 2024 www.downeychurch.org
Yahweh & Jehovah
Have you ever asked yourself, how many names or descriptions of God are in the Bible? Starting this Sabbath we'll begin a new small group series based on the names of God. This week we'll be focusing on the names Yahweh and Jehovah.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Yahweh & Jehovah
Chris Famisaran
06 April 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4aHbhNA
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
Hope is Alive!
Jesus has died and resurrected. These five words carry tremendous weight for the salvation of the world. This week we will look at how Jesus desires to bring hope and a future in a world that seemed destined for disaster.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Hope is Alive!
Chris Famisaran
30 March 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Humble Thyself
Humility…a key characteristic of the christian life. What does it mean to be humble? This week we'll be looking at several instances where Jesus teaches humility, and how we can implement practically in our walk with Christ.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Humble Thyself
Follow Me series #4
Chris Famisaran
23 March 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Love One Another Through Prayer
As we continue our series on discipleship, we'll be highlighting the importance of prayer to God, but also for one another. Both Jesus and Paul exhorted the believers, and us to pray for and encourage one another.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Love One Another Through Prayer
Follow Me series #3
Chris Famisaran
16 March 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Pump Up Your Faith
When we become followers of Jesus, faith will lead us to into situations where it can be uncomfortable or we do not always have the answer. This week we'll look to answer these situations by learning how to exercise our faith.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Pump Up Your Faith
Follow Me series #2
Bill Aumack
09 March 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4caq04U
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
Follow Me
Have you ever wondered, how do I get to know God better, and how can I have a better relationship with Jesus? This week we will look at stories of faith through several Bible characters and how we can grow in Christ.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Follow Me
Follow Me series #1
Chris Famisaran
02 March 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Overcoming Challenges
I'm sorry…two of the hardest words we can say. All relationships at some point will lead to disagreements. And sometimes, words and actions will spill. How do we resolve these. This week we'll be gleaning through the Bible on how we can grow and overcome our differences and work together.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Bridge Over Troubled Waters: Overcoming Challenges
Harmony in Friendships series #3
Bill Aumack
24 February 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3T8D57k
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
You Got a Friend in Me: Enduring Friendships
It's easy to meet someone, but it requires intentionality to build relationships for the long run. How do relationships last? This week we'll be looking the Bible and learn some of the principles of how to reinforce long lasting relationships.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
You Got a Friend in Me: Enduring Friendships
Harmony in Friendships series #2
Chris Famisaran
17 February 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3uyu7qL
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
Hello, Goodbye: The Art of Making New Friends
Hello…a five-letter word that many don't give a second thought, and for some, strikes anxiety and awkwardness Creating relationships for some may come naturally, and for others is challenging. This week we'll be looking at several examples of how we can meet other people, and build community in our lives.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Hello, Goodbye: The Art of Making New Friends
Harmony in Friendships series #1
Bill Aumack
10 February 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Better Witness
When you learned that Jesus is calling us to be witnesses for Christ, how did that make you feel? Some feel excited, while others may be riddled with anxiety. This week we will be looking to the Bible and learn how we can faithfully love and share Jesus with others.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Better Witness
Better sermon series #4
Chris Famisaran
27 January 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Better Choices
The choices that we make today will determine the future. The Bible is filled with wisdom and shows us how we can make better life decisions. Join us as we see how we can proactively make better life choices.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Better Choices
Better sermon series #3
Chris Famisaran
20 January 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Better Relationships
They say who you spend the most time with will influence who you are as a person. Relationships are key to life. This week Bill will lead as we look at several key passages on building healthy and sustainable relationships.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Better Relationships
Better sermon series #2
Bill Aumack
13 January 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/3tUocvJ
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
Better Prorities
2024 is just beginning and some of us may be reflecting and wondering how can I grow personally and faithfully. One of the first things we must take stock of is our priorities. What are the most important things in our lives, and how are we investing in them? This week we will be looking to the Scriptures and see where God wants us to prioritize and use our time faithfully.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Better Priorities
Better sermon series #1
Pastor Chris
06 January 2024
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/4aJT2ry
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
Press Forward
God has been great. As we close 2023 out, we'll look back and share the awesome blessings God has done at the Downey church, some of the lessons learned, and a peek into 2024 as we "Press Forward".
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Press Forward
Communion
Pastor Chris
30 December 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Who are You Going to Tell?
After Jesus was born, angels appeared to shepherds, and they shared the good news that Jesus had arrived. Much like the shepherds, Jesus desires that we continue to share of his love, grace, and soon coming.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Who Are You Going to Tell?
Christmas Mixtape series
Bill Aumack
23 December 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Peace on Earth?
In a world where headlines seem to inform us that the world is on fire and at war, the songs "The First Noel" and "Hark the Herald Angels Sing" remind us that Jesus is the Lord and in control. Join us as we dissect and look at the scriptural basis for these songs.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Peace On Earth?
Christmas Mixtape series
Chris Famisaran
16 December 2023
www.downeychurch.org
He Brings Salvation & Redemption
When Jesus came down to earth, he came to save and redeem us. We'll be looking at the hymn of O Holy Night, and several other songs, that point to Jesus' salvation.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
He Brings Salvation & Redemption
Christmas Mixtape series
Chris Famisaran
09 December 2023
www.downeychurch.org
When Will You Return?
This week we begin a new series called the Christmas Mixtape. We'll be looking at various Christmas-related songs, their origin stories, and the lessons that we can learn from them. This week we'll be looking at several songs that focus on the antiquation of the long-awaited King.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
When Will You Return?
Christmas Mixtape series
Chris Famisaran
02 December 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Four Tests
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Four Tests
Bob Wong
25 November 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Small Groups Speak Out
This week as we come together and share stories and lessons gleaned from the last 5 weeks of small groups.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Celebration Sabbath
Created for Significance series
Small Groups
18 November 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Short Sighted
Building on a previous week’s lesson on being a faithful steward is the importance of relationships and sharing with others. This week Bill will lead us as we will be looking at the parable of Lazarus and rich man, and the implications of our actions towards others, and the life to come.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Short Sighted
Created for Significance series
Bill Aumack
11 November 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Where Are You Investing Your Life?
God gives us many talents and resources…how are you managing and investing in them? This week we will be looking at the often misunderstood parable of the shrewd manager in Luke 16, and the lessons that Jesus has for us to be faithful stewards.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Where Are You Investing Your Life?
Created for Significance series
Chris Famisaran
04 November 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Online sermon notes: https://bit.ly/408UAqa
PowerPoint, Handout, and Transcript are available on our website.
Can I Come Back Home?
Have you ever thought I have rejected and ran away from God, and I don’t think God can forgive me? God loves you and is waiting for you. In the parable of the prodigal son we see a young man who abandons the farm and a father’s love, only to experience hardship, and redemption when he gains the courage to come home.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Can I Come Back Home?
Created for Significance series
Danny Chan
28 October 2023
www.downeychurch.org
How Can I Be Significant When I Feel So Lost?
Many people ask themselves “do I matter”. When you read Luke 15, you find three items that were lost, and when found, they rejoiced. This week we will be looking at the parables of the lost sheep, and the lost coin, and how they reflect how much we matter to God.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
How Can I Be Significant When I Feel So Lost?
Created for Significance series
Bill Aumack
21 October 2023
www.downeychurch.org
What's My Purpose?
Have you ever asked yourself what is my purpose in life? Does it have meaning, or have meaning, or am I fulfilled? This week we begin our small group series by studying the parable of Luke 14, and finding our purpose in life.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
What's My Purpose?
Created for Significance series
Chris Famisaran
14 October 2023
www.downeychurch.org
What's That and Why?
This week our friends from AUS will be joining us for worship. They’ll be sharing music and story with us. Education is the theme of the day.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
What's That and Why?
Chris Famisaran
07 October 2023
www.downeychurch.org
One Mind & One Mission
The beauty of the church is that it is incredibly diverse. However, it is not without its challenges. We come from different backgrounds and cultures and do not always agree. This week we will be emphasizing the diversity of the church, and explore several passages from the Bible on why it is important to lift up Jesus as one body.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
One Mind & One Mission
International Sabbath
Chris Famisaran
23 September 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Insignificant or Doer?
We don't know much about Tabitha. But she's had an impact on churches for centuries. Bill leads us in this message as we learn how to move from being insignificant to being a doer.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Insignificant or Doer?
Unsung Heroes series
Bill Aumack
16 September 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Are You Sure God?
Have you ever felt impressed by God to go and do something, but hesitate out of fear? Such was the case for Ananias when the Lord visited him in a vision to go and meet with Saul. This week we will study and learn from Ananias' story to be faithful, even when it can be uncomfortable.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Are You Sure God?
Unsung Heroes series
Chris Famisaran
09 September 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Speak Now Or Forever Hold Your Peace
Have you ever been given information that you know is true, but hesitant to speak out? Ebed-Melek, an official in the king's court is given information that he knows may put his life at risk. This week we will study and learn from Ebed-Melek's story that doing the right thing is still prudent, and necessary for Jesus followers.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Speak Now Or Forever Hold Your Peace
Unsung Heroes series
Chris Famisaran
02 September 2023
www.downeychurch.org
The Last Stand
Our world is full of heroes. First Responders, athletes, entertainers, movies and comic books. Seems like there are heroes everywhere. But did you know that we can all be heroes? This week Bill leads us through 2 Samuel 23 and we'll see what we can learn from some heroes that applies to us today.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
The Last Stand
Unsung Heroes series
Bill Aumack
26 August 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Are You Willing and Ready to Serve?
Have you ever been in a position to help make a positive difference that would have large ramifications? In 1 Samuel 16, there's a servant whose name we do not even know, but was in the right place at the right time, makes a suggestion to King Saul. Though it was probably seen as something small then, it sets off a chain reaction that will have big implications for God's people.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Are You Ready And Willing To Serve?
Unsung Heroes series
Chris Famisaran
19 August 2023
www.downeychurch.org
God's Providence Will Surprise You
Sometimes God's goodness comes from unexpected places. This week we will be studying from Joshua 2, and discover that God uses many people that we probably would not expect to be faithful to God's calling.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
God's Providence Will Surprise You
Unsung Heroes series
Chris Famisaran
12 August 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Because I Said So!
Have you ever been given an order by your boss that you felt was out of line? In the first chapter of Exodus, we find a group of midwives who face an ethical and moral conundrum. We'll look at their courageous and faithful testimony on how they followed God, and played a part in altering Israel's history.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Because I Said So!
Unsung Heroes series
Chris Famisaran
5 August 2023
www.downeychurch.org
AI: The Future or the End?
Bill leads us today as talk about AI (Artificial Intelligence). Should we be worried about the future of the human race? Does the Bible say anything that will help us?
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
AI: The Future or the End?
Bill Aumack
29 July 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Why Should I Listen to Ellen White?
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Why Should I Listen to Ellen White?
The Mini-Fundamentals series
Chris Famisaran
22 July 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Who is Ellen White?
Ellen White, author, church pioneer, and leader in the Seventh-day Adventist church made many important contributions to the church. However she is often misunderstood. This week we will go back and share her story, and glean a few lessons from her life's work.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Who is Ellen White?
The Mini-Fundamentals series
Chris Famisaran
15 July 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Death... is it the Final End?
The notion of death is generally regarded as a scary proposition. Many have tried to avoid death and live as long as possible. Yet scripture has an abundance of promise through various scriptures. This week we will study and discover that though death is scary and painful when we lose a loved one, there is hope.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Death... is it the Final End?
The Mini-Fundamentals series
Chris Famisaran
8 July 2023
www.downeychurch.org
The Rejected Gift
Sabbath, a gift that God blessed us with. Yet some may not fully understand the importance of it. This week we will study and learn why it is important to incorporate it into our lives, but also how to practically observe it.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
The Rejected Gift
The Mini-Fundamentals series
Bill Aumack
1 July 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Don't Worry, Be Faithful
One of the big lessons in life we have learned is nothing is guaranteed. Our life, job, security. And to be frank that can be scary. Yet Jesus shares a promise that we can trust God to care for us. This week we finish our series on stewardship with the promise that God does not abandon his children and will provide for them
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Don't Worry, Be Faithful
Rags to Riches series
Bill Aumack
17 June 2023
www.downeychurch.org
God's Always First, Right?
Who or what are you loyal to? Jesus said that no one can serve two masters. In this day and age, we are so busy, it's easy to put God and important relationships to the side. This week we will be discussing how to have a healthy balance between material, relationships, and our ultimate loyalty to God.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
God's Always First, Right?
Rags to Riches series
Chris Famisaran
10 June 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Don’t Be A Scrooge
What is the ultimate goal of a follower of Jesus? Our modern day culture tells us that we should try and make as much money, and buy as many luxuries as possible. But is that what Jesus taught us? This week we begin a new series from Matthew and see that greed is not only selfish, but can have serious implications for our faith.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Don't Be A Scrooge
Rags to Riches series
Chris Famisaran
03 June 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Are You a Player or a Seat-Warmer?
Many have harbored a desire to be a professional athlete on the biggest stage, but most people will not make it to the top. As a follower of Jesus, we can actually have an impact on the court, and make a difference. This week we will show the importance that we can't be casual fans on the side, but the necessity of being an active player in sharing the Gospel as a united community.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Are You a Player or a Seat-warmer?
Discipleship: Not a Spectator Sport series
Bill Aumack
27 May 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Let's Go to the Ballgame
A fan's love for their favorite sports team will also fuel a desire to want to share that same love with others. In a similar fashion, we fell in love with Jesus, and He wants us to share to the good news of the Gospel with others. This week we will be discussing several ways that we can share Jesus with others.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Let's Go to the Ballgame
Discipleship: Not a Spectator Sport series
Chris Famisaran
20 May 2023
www.downeychurch.org
Are You a Spectator or a Fan?
Every sports team has a fan base that wants to represent their favorite team. Some will casually wear hats, and others may dedicate a whole room to team memorabilia. We are also called to represent Jesus as ambassadors of the kingdom. This week we will be discussing how we can better represent Jesus to the world, and some of the challenges that we will need to overcome.
Downey Adventist Church Sermon
Are You a Spectator or a Fan?
Discipleship: Not a Spectator Sport series
Chris Famisaran
13 May 2023
www.downeychurch.org