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“This Little Light of Mine”-A Sermon Review Quiz
How well did you catch the heart of Pastor’s message last Sunday? This short, fun quiz is a chance to revisit the sermon, reflect on John 1:1–5, and explore what it really means to stop “moving furniture around in the dark” and let the light of God shine into your life. It’s not about getting a perfect score but about seeing more clearly and letting that light keep shining. 👉 Download the quiz and give it a try today. 👉 Download the Answer Key
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2 days ago1 min read


A Devotional As Review for the Sermon "This Little Light of Mine"
The sermon begins somewhere around the 55:20 mark. Scripture Focus: John 1:1–5 Before fear learned your name, before confusion found your address, before darkness felt familiar, the Light was already there. John opens his Gospel not with human failure or imperial power, but with reality’s deepest truth: “In the beginning was the Word.” That opening sentence steadies the ground beneath our lives. Reality itself is not fragile. God was already present, already speaking, alrea
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2 days ago4 min read


Beginning the Year in the Light: The Daniel 21-Day Fast (2026)
A new year often arrives quietly, carrying both hope and uncertainty. Rather than rushing to master what lies ahead, the Daniel Fast invites us to stay with God, to dwell attentively in His presence, and to receive what only He can give. In the Gospel of Gospel of John, light does not shout or overpower. It simply comes . It shines in places of weariness, confusion, and longing, revealing what is already true: God is near, God is faithful, and God is the giver of life. The Da
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3 days ago3 min read


New Activity: Seek & Find on the Sermon "God Is Still Building"
God’s work does not always arrive with and army, or fanfare and fireworks. Sometimes God shows up as a foundation, a plumb line, or a promise still under construction. This Seek & Find is a fun way to revisit last Sunday’s sermon and rediscover how God is at work even in small, slow, and unfinished places. Look closely. God is still building. 👉 Download the seek and find here. 👉 Download the answer key
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6 days ago1 min read
"God Is Still Building" - A Sermon Review Quiz
Here is a fun, engaging 25-question quiz based on the sermon “God Is Still Building” It blends multiple-choice, True/False, and fill-in-the-blank questions and is designed to reinforce key themes, stories, and theology from the message. Text: Zechariah 4:6–10 Part A: Multiple Choice (Questions 1–10) Choose the best answer. 1. The historical backdrop for Zechariah’s ministry comes primarily from which two books? A. Genesis and Exodus B. Psalms and Proverbs C. Ezra and Nehemi
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Jan 62 min read
Employment Opportunities & Job Seeker Resources
Across our nation and here in the DMV area, many individuals and families are feeling the weight of a challenging economic season. Rising costs, job uncertainty, and shifting workplaces have made this a difficult moment for workers at every stage of life. For some, it has meant unexpected job loss. For others, it has meant searching longer, stretching further, and hoping harder for the next opportunity. In times like these, community matters more than ever. One of the most po
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Jan 63 min read
A Devotional As Review for the Sermon "God Is Still Building"
The sermon begins somewhere around the 56:55 mark. Scripture: Zechariah 4:6–10 There are seasons when faith feels less like victory and more like staying put. The people Zechariah addressed knew that tension well. They had obeyed God by returning from exile, laid the foundation of the temple, and yet nothing looked the way they imagined. The glory they remembered was gone. Progress was slow. Opposition was loud. And disappointment began whispering that maybe God’s work had f
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Jan 53 min read


New Activity: Seek & Find on the Sermon "On My Way Home"
Sometimes the best way to revisit a powerful message is to play our way back into it . This Seek & Find is a fun, reflective way to revisit the themes of “On My Way Home” —a sermon that reminds us we are not wandering aimlessly, but moving steadily toward belonging, healing, and home in God. As you search for words woven throughout the puzzle, you’ll rediscover the heart of the message: God’s perfect timing, our identity as God’s children, and the assurance that even in life’
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Jan 21 min read
"On My Way Home" - A Sermon Review Quiz
Here is a fun, engaging 25-question quiz based on the sermon “On My Way Home.” It blends multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions and is designed to reinforce key themes, stories, and theology from the message Part A: Multiple Choice Choose the best answer. 1. What idea does the sermon use to describe the emotional complexity of “home”? A. Home is always peaceful B. Home is where your things are C. Home can carry both comfort and pain D. Home is wherever you travel 2.
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Dec 30, 20253 min read
A Devotional As Review for the Sermon "On My Way Home"
The sermon begins somewhere around the 54:00 mark. There is something deeply emotional about the idea of “going home.” Home is not just a location—it is memory, belonging, safety, and sometimes fear. Home can carry comfort and pain at the same time. In On My Way Home , we are reminded that much of the Christian life is lived in that in-between space: not fully home yet, but no longer lost. The sermon begins with a simple but powerful image—traveling home and remembering all t
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Dec 29, 20253 min read


Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Pastor Limerick and the Limerick Family
Transcript: "Merry Christmas, Pilgrim. Please see this special video presentation from the Limerick family as we wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas." A Very, Merry Limerick Christmas Message!!!!
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Dec 25, 20251 min read


New Activity: Seek & Find on the Sermon "Living With the Promise"
This Seek & Find activity invites you to explore the key words and images from Living With the Promise , rooted in Isaiah 11:1–3 . As you search for words like stump , roots , Spirit , and promise , you’ll be reminded that God is still at work—preserving, sustaining, and bringing new life even when things look cut down. Perfect for all ages, this activity offers a lighthearted way to reflect on a powerful truth: the promise is not abstract—the promise is Jesus Christ. Enjoy
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Dec 24, 20251 min read
“Living With the Promise” – Sermon Review Quiz
Miss something from Sunday’s message—or want to let it sink in a little deeper? Our “Living with the Promise” Sermon Review Quiz is a fun, engaging way to revisit the key themes from Isaiah 11:1–3 . With a mix of multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions, the quiz helps reinforce the imagery of the stump and the shoot, the role of the Spirit, and the powerful reminder that the Promise is Jesus Christ . T ake the quiz, test your recall, and let the Word continue to work
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Dec 23, 20253 min read
Living With the Promise-A Devotional Reflection on Isa. 11:1–3
Scripture Reading: Isaiah 11:1–3 (ESV) “There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse,and a branch from his roots shall bear fruit…” Devotional Reflection Many of us arrive at Christmas tired, limping, or guarded. We believe God can act—but we hesitate to hope too much, afraid of disappointment. Into that weary posture, Isaiah speaks a word not of excess, but of endurance. Not of spectacle, but of promise. The image is striking: not a flourishing tree, not a royal t
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Dec 22, 20253 min read
“Standing On the Promise” – Sermon Review Quiz
Want a quick and engaging way to reflect on last Sunday’s message? This Standing on the Promise sermon review quiz is designed to help you revisit the key themes from Jeremiah 23:5–8—God’s faithfulness in chaos, the promise of the righteous Branch, and the call to stand on God’s righteousness rather than our own. This short, enjoyable quiz mixes multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions drawn directly from the sermon. It’s perfect for personal reflection, small groups,
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Dec 18, 20253 min read


New Activity: Fun with the sermon “Standing on the Promise”12.14.2025
This crossword puzzle is designed to help you revisit and reflect on the key themes from the sermon Standing on the Promise (Jeremiah 23:5–8). The clues draw directly from the language, images, and truths preached—God’s faithfulness in chaotic times, the promise of a righteous Branch, and the call to stand not on our own goodness, but on God’s righteousness. As you work through the puzzle, allow the words to do more than test your memory. Let them prompt reflection on where
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Dec 17, 20251 min read


Standing On the Promise: A Devotional
(Based on Sunday 12.14.2025 sermon) (sermon starts around 49:00 mark) Sermon text: Jeremiah 23.5-8 " Behold, the days come, saith the Lord , that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch..." Jeremiah spoke to a people who were living in the aftermath of collapse. Their nation had been invaded, their leaders removed, and their future disrupted. Everything that once felt stable had been shaken. Yet into that moment, God did not tell the people he had warned them and now they
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Dec 15, 20252 min read


New Activity: Fun with the sermon “Waiting on the Promise” 12.7.2025
Pastor Limerick's sermon last Sunday, “Waiting on the Promise,” reminded us of David’s posture of trust, God’s unexpected faithfulness, and the hope we carry into the Advent season. To help us reflect in a fun and engaging way, here is a short crossword puzzle using key themes, names, and ideas around the message. It’s a simple way to revisit what pastor preached, strengthen what we learned, and keep our hearts focused on the promise God is still unfolding in our lives. Enjo
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Dec 12, 20251 min read
Fun Quiz on Last Sunday's sermon “Waiting on the Promise”
Multiple Choice (1–12) Read each question carefully and circle the letter of the best answer (A, B, C, or D). 1. What was the main theme of the sermon? A. Building a stronger church structure B. Waiting on the Promise C. Preparing for battle D. The leadership of King Saul 2. In 2 Samuel 7, where did David go after receiving God’s word? A. Into the city B. Into the palace C. In and sat before the Lord D. Out to the battlefield 3. What did David originally want to build for God
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Dec 10, 20252 min read


Living in the “Not Yet”- A Devotional Review of the sermon "Waiting on the Promise"
Sermon text: 2 Samuel 7:18–19 “King David went in and sat before the Lord…” (2 Samuel 7) Advent is the season of holy waiting. It teaches us to sit in the tension between what God has already done and what God has not yet fully revealed. Like David, we often make plans for God — but Advent reminds us that God is the one who is always at work, building something greater than we can imagine. David had finally reached a season of rest. The battles had slowed. The enemies were su
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Dec 8, 20253 min read
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