FCBC Walnut

Aaron Lee | April 13, 2025 | Youth Sunday SchoolAaron gives seven personal takeaways after studying Revelation.1. Revelation is not unknowable.2. God’s character is clear throughout.3. There is singing in heaven.4. We are engaged in a spiritual war.5. The victory belongs to the Lord.6. Endurance and faithfulness are key (Revelation 14:12).7. Callbacks are everywhere—God is the author of Scripture, history, and our lives.References:https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/revelation-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005840612https://www.crossway.org/books/blessed-tpb/Series:https://youtu.be/W_wotrLFSGQhttps://youtu.be/2uex5-UiQ3Ehttps://youtu.be/y47ukme_kDUhttps://youtu.be/1imfLJDJXGc

Aaron Lee | April 13, 2025 | Youth Sunday SchoolAaron leads a class discussion on one of the most puzzling passages in Revelation.1. What does it mean that everyone is made to receive a mark?2. What do the marks on the right hand and forehead represent? (See Exodus 28:36 for background.)3. How does Revelation 14:1 offer a contrast or response to this mark?4. What does it mean that no one can buy or sell without the mark?5. Given what we know about symbolic numbers and the unholy trinity, what is the meaning of 666?References:https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/revelation-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005840612https://www.crossway.org/books/blessed-tpb/Series:https://youtu.be/W_wotrLFSGQhttps://youtu.be/2uex5-UiQ3Ehttps://youtu.be/y47ukme_kDUhttps://youtu.be/1imfLJDJXGc

Aaron Lee | April 13, 2025 | Youth Sunday SchoolAaron reads through Revelation 12:7–12 and explains how it gives us a glimpse of what happened in heaven at Easter.The Woman, the Child, and the Dragon1. This scene reveals the cosmic battle between God’s people, Jesus, and Satan.2. The woman represents God’s people—a reference back to Genesis 37:9–11.3. The child is Jesus (Revelation 12:5), echoing Psalm 2.4. The dragon is clearly identified as Satan (Revelation 12:9).5. Revelation 12:7–12 gives us a heavenly perspective on what happened at Easter.6. Revelation 12:13–17 echoes the Exodus story, showing God protecting His people.7. Revelation 13 describes the time we’re living in now—the period between Christ’s ascension and His return.References:https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/revelation-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005840612https://www.crossway.org/books/blessed-tpb/Series:https://youtu.be/W_wotrLFSGQhttps://youtu.be/2uex5-UiQ3Ehttps://youtu.be/y47ukme_kDUhttps://youtu.be/1imfLJDJXGc

Aaron Lee | April 13, 2025 | Youth Sunday SchoolAaron gives a quick review on how to read Revelation.1. Revelation was meant to be read aloud—it's big-picture and impressionistic.2. It’s rich with symbols, especially in numbers and images from animals and nature.3. It draws heavily on the Old Testament, especially prophetic books like Daniel, Ezekiel, and Zechariah.References:https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/revelation-bible-study-book-with-video-access-P005840612https://www.crossway.org/books/blessed-tpb/Series:https://youtu.be/W_wotrLFSGQhttps://youtu.be/2uex5-UiQ3Ehttps://youtu.be/y47ukme_kDUhttps://youtu.be/1imfLJDJXGc

Leslie debriefs her recent children's worship message with Aaron, discussing her preparation and delivery.Children's Ministry Speaker Training:https://youtu.be/qaPF0GIlhXELeslie's message:https://youtu.be/lPofAyMBcW4

Ephesians 3:16-19 | March 30, 2025 | Hanley Liuhttps://youtu.be/0TURhQdgoMY

Aaron Lee | Romans 8:5-13 | FCBCW Youth Worship | March 23, 2025Related Sunday School lessons:[Worldview] Thinking Biblically about Beauty Filtershttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0nRG4fGOtk&list=PL_vN-vM53O-9bd-8m_-G-KzR1gfEJigos&index=1&pp=gAQBiAQB0gcJCU8JAYcqIYzv[Hermeneutics] How to Read the Prophetshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXcVxq5lCF0&list=PL_vN-vM53O-9bd-8m_-G-KzR1gfEJigos&index=2&pp=gAQBiAQB

1. Every person has inherent worth because they are made in God's image, not because of outward beauty.2. True beauty is found in the heart of Christ.3. While our bodies fade, our inner beauty should grow, reflecting Christ (2 Corinthians 4:16-18).Reference:https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-influencers-use-beauty-filters_l_67d4437de4b034e451a5b839Related sermon:https://youtu.be/GqYWkdEgCMY

1. Investigate the context2. Recognize the role of the prophets as God’s covenant lawyers.3. Learn to be aware of the prophetic idiom. (how it points to Jesus)4. Hunt for ways in which the New Testament Scriptures cite, allude to, or echo the Prophets.Reference:https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/how-to-read-the-prophetsRelated sermon:https://youtu.be/GqYWkdEgCMY

Romans 8:1-4 | March 16, 2025 | Albert TingPersonal Reflection Questions:1. What is the difference between “no condemnation” and “no judgment”?2. To be freed from condemnation, how does it affect the way we relate to God, ourselves and others?https://youtu.be/ty_BC6L9WWw

Aaron highlights the features of Hebrew poetry and shares personal reflections from his study.1. The Psalms were the hymnbook of Old Testament saints, sung as worship. It’s amazing that God made these songs part of Scripture. In the church, God's people continue to sing.2. Hebrew poetry is a form of art that allows us to deeply know, understand, and connect with God.3. God desires us to know Him as a God who values and uses art for His glory.https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/hebrew-poetry/https://youtu.be/Xacf3oJO3w8

Aaron shares personal resolutions after looking into the ESV text changes in 2025.1. Resolved to value our English translations2. Resolved to appreciate academic study of God’s word3. Resolved to preach and teach God’s word confidentlyhttps://www.crossway.org/articles/esv-bible-translation-update/https://uploads.crossway.org/excerpt/esv-2025-text-changes.pdfhttps://youtu.be/NGM3-eshFH4

Aaron and Tiff reflect on God's faithfulness and FCBCW's 40th anniversary.1. Share an impactful/fond memory from your time here at FCBCW.2. How has God used this church to grow you in your faith?3. How have you seen God’s faithfulness at this church in your duration here?https://youtu.be/__JJgmHntmM

Romans 7:14-25 | March 9, 2025 | Hanley Liuhttps://youtu.be/UJorl2Z0288

Philippians 3:12-16 | March 2, 2025 | Albert TingPersonal Reflection Questions:1 .What do you give thanks to God for our 40th anniversary? Who has impacted you the most? What has been the most memorable event?2. If you are the pioneer generation, what has the Lord revealed to you about your role in building up the future of FCBCW?3. If you are the future generation, where has the Lord called you to invest your talents, treasures and time into?https://youtu.be/HSTQ6odn0E0

Aaron shares his reflections and resolutions after reading Wikipedia founder Larry Sanger's testimony.1. Resolved to answer questions2. Resolved to witness well3. Resolved to preach and teachhttps://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/trevin-wax/wikipedias-founder-converts-christianity/https://larrysanger.org/2025/02/how-a-skeptical-philosopher-becomes-a-christian/

Aaron Lee | February 16, 2025 | Youth Worship Leaders DevotionalJesus values our worship of him more than our work for him.https://youtu.be/jNm6O-9Sly4

Romans 7:7-13 | February 16, 2025 | Albert Ting Personal Reflection Questions: 1. Knowing how sin uses the law to deceive us into sinful acts, how does it inform us about overcoming temptations? 2. If the law is holy, righteous and good, how do we relate to the law?https://youtu.be/oV0UR5452fQ

Aaron Lee | Romans 7:7-13 | February 16, 2025https://youtu.be/9fSmcG8znsE

Pastor Hanley interviews Pastor Jackson, Maggie, Gordon, and Maureen to a roundtable conversation on how FCBC Walnut got started while highlighting the challenges and God’s goodness in celebration of our church’s 40th year.

Romans 7:1-6 | February 9, 2025 | Hanley Liuhttps://youtu.be/U1VbOrigHms

Aaron Lee | February 2, 2025 | Youth SS Aaron receives feedback on his sermons from his students. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqWw-nrqPVY&list=PL761H3XZh_ND_RS09G8_SxPmcrw82GSVI&index=1&pp=iAQB

Aaron Lee | Youth SS | February 2, 2025 Youth can better adjust to the adult worship service with intentional effort. https://youtu.be/8uZ9Rgf_2wU

Tiff Tay | Undivided Conference 2025 Breakout Session | February 1, 2025 Tiff tells what it's like to serve together with Aaron as Sunday School teachers. 1. What does serving together look like? 2. What have you learned from serving together? 3. What opportunities or blessings have come from serving together? Related: https://youtu.be/w9kRDC_V9dc

Aaron Lee | Undivided Conference 2025 Breakout Session | February 1, 2025 What is it that makes serving together with men and women in the church different than working with men and women in the workplace or in the world? Romans 16:1-2 Luke 8:1-3 Acts 18:24-28 Point 1: As family (brothers and sisters, mothers and sons) Practical consideration: Boundaries Point 2: As fellow workers (to share the same in position or activity, a team) Practical consideration: Giftings Point 3: With physical means (money, hospitality) Practical consideration: Presence and practicality, not just support from afar or in spirit Point 4: With affection (holy kiss) Practical consideration: Care as friends, not just using each other as a means to an end Siblings and Servants: Brothers and Sisters Working Together Before we serve, we are brothers and sisters The church is a place where we get to serve God together Related: https://youtu.be/mG3MJ6wSae8

Romans 6:15-23 | February 2, 2025 | Hanley Liu https://youtu.be/ZOeosmZFR5Q

“Christians have no right to force their religion on other people. People have the right to believe what they believe. Aren’t all religions the same anyways?” After our final group activity on the motivations for missions, Aaron concludes with the goals of giving answers: 1. To be faithful to God and Scripture 2. To open further conversation 3. To remain a good friend who cares Related sermon: https://youtu.be/34kQDYL5FJk Listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/K4YiiptT47M

Aaron walks the class through a friendly practice question: “I know I still sin, but it’s not that bad. It’s not a big deal. When I die, I’ll say sorry to God and he’ll still let me go to Heaven. Why should I work so hard to fight my sin when I have other things to worry about?” Related sermon: https://youtu.be/pr1ODbopuAw Listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RB6u09BAEL4

Steer your answers and the one who asks toward the Savior for salvation. https://youtu.be/v5TvscxR18o

Aaron Lee | Romans 6:11-14 | FCBCW Youth Worship | January 19, 2025 https://youtu.be/pr1ODbopuAw

Romans 6:11-14 | January 19, 2025 | Albert Ting Personal Reflection Questions: 1. What is the basis of considering ourselves as dead to sin and alive to Christ? 2. How do we do present ourselves to God as instruments of righteousness? 3. What are some instruments that you want to present to God? https://youtu.be/Hebtr8CsR5U

Aaron walks the class through a friendly practice question: "If God is responsible for the wildfires, he must not be good. How can I trust a God who would do this?"

Aaron Lee | January 12, 2025 | Youth SS 1. Examine the question. Are there assumptions? Is something incorrect? Is there an underlying motive or hidden question? 2. Establish definitions and ask follow up questions if necessary. 3. What do you know for sure that the Bible says? 4. What key words or themes can you look up? 5. How can you answer in a thoughtful, kind, and caring way? Next week: How to Pivot to Jesus

Terrance Shay | Romans 6: 1-10 | FCBCW Youth Worship | January 12th, 2025 https://youtu.be/0yR9Z3uoCiI

Romans 5:20-6:10 | January 12, 2025 | Hanley Liu https://youtu.be/WgMuFgR-qUg

John 3:28-36 | Terrence Shay | RYCE Retreat | January 1, 2025 (Edited for A/V difficulties.) https://youtu.be/J34G4UPvjas

Tiff shares with Aaron a humbling story about how her daughter called her out for speaking unkindly due to stress, which led her to reflect on the power of her words, seek reconciliation, commit to memorizing scripture, and resolution to slow down in the new year.

Aaron Lee | Youth SS | January 5, 2025 God's Word was written to challenge your faith and change your life. Galatians 4:4-7 Philippians 3:20 Ephesians 2:10 Ephesians 3:20 https://youtu.be/bEqMgpbqj4U

Taylor Birkhimer | High School Sunday School | December 29, 2024 We may think that having doubt is sin, but this is not necessarily so, and it is natural to have doubts and questions about faith. This workshop will explore how to address doubts and questions both in an intellectually honest way and a way that honors God as we seek to exercise our faith which seeks understanding. (This recording has been edited to remove interactive elements.) https://youtu.be/sr43WFQBwhk

Romans 5: 12-19 | January 5, 2025 | Hanley Liu https://youtu.be/M6eKWViMdeU

Romans 5:1-11 | December 29, 2024 | Gabe Lee https://youtu.be/5i1EF3Mei6w