Amplify Sermon Summaries
This blog is a recap of the weekly Youth Sermons, both Middle School and High School. It is primarily a resource for parents, though it is useful for anyone.
Changes in Our Friendships
This sermon encourages young people to reflect on the changes in their friendships, emphasizing the importance of choosing friends who positively influence their relationship with God, and challenging them to be that kind of friend in return.
Be A Bringer: Go & Make Your Mark
The sermon emphasizes the importance of sharing our personal testimonies as part of God's greater story, encouraging believers to overcome fear and simply tell others what Jesus has done in their lives, following the biblical example of people who encountered Jesus and couldn't help but spread the news.
Changes in Our View of the Opposite Sex
The message encouraged students to recognize and respect the differences between genders, emphasizing that a heart changed by Christ should lead to loving others as God does—treating everyone, including the opposite sex, with kindness, dignity, and honor.
Be A Bringer: How Our Story Fits Into God’s Story
The sermon emphasizes the importance of sharing personal testimonies to bring others to Jesus, encouraging students to recognize the value of their own faith journeys, practice telling their stories, and actively invite others to church, especially in preparation for Easter.
7 Sayings of Jesus: Night of Prayer & Worship
Jesus' final words on the cross remind us of His radical forgiveness, ultimate sacrifice, and the finished work of salvation, calling us to commit fully to Him.
Change in Our Thinking
The sermon emphasizes the importance of allowing God to bring real change in our hearts and minds, rather than just trying to appear changed on the outside, by recognizing and overcoming temptations through daily commitment to prayer, scripture, and a renewed focus on Him.
Worship: One is the Loneliest Number
This lesson explored the power of worship, highlighting how it strengthens faith, encourages others, and brings spiritual breakthrough both individually and in community.
Waiting on God’s Timing - A Follower’s Commitment
True followers of Christ remain faithful and trust in God's perfect timing, even in seasons of waiting, knowing that His delays are not denials but part of His greater plan for our growth and purpose.
Worship: God’s Always Available
Worship is not just about songs or actions but a lifestyle, and no matter our circumstances—whether in joy, fear, frustration, or repentance—God is always present and ready to receive our worship.
Why Do We Give?
The sermon emphasizes the importance of giving, particularly to Speed the Light, by exploring why giving matters, why individuals should participate, and how it enables missionaries to spread the gospel effectively, ultimately demonstrating love for God and others.
Worship Then & Now
The sermon emphasized how worship has changed over time—from the Old Testament temple sacrifices to the freedom we now have to worship anywhere because of Jesus—reminding students that worship is a lifestyle, not just a church activity, and challenging them to practice worship in their daily lives.
The Journey From A Fan to A Follower
Pastor Amanda’s message emphasized the transformation from being a mere admirer (fan) of Christ to becoming a fully committed follower, marked by allowing God's Word to dwell in us, living a lifestyle of worship, and ensuring that every action reflects Christ's love to the world.
Worship Is More Than Singing
The sermon emphasizes that worship is more than just singing—it's a lifestyle of being set apart for God, reflected in our daily choices, actions, and devotion to Him.
Living Love Out Loud
Pastor Amanda’s message emphasized the importance of living as authentic Christ followers by embodying love, wisdom, kindness, and making the most of every opportunity to reflect Christ to a watching world, encouraging students to move from being mere fans of Jesus to true disciples.
Mind Your Business
Worship isn't just about feelings—it’s about engaging both your heart and your mind to connect with God in spirit and truth.
Fan or Follower
Pastor Amanda’s message encouraged students to transition from being fans of Jesus to becoming fully committed followers, focusing on Christ, allowing Him to transform their lives, and demonstrating His love in daily actions.
Time to Get Real About Worship
Worship is more than singing songs or outward expressions; it is a declaration of God’s value in our lives.
Intentional Change: Stepping Into 2025 with Purpose
Pastor Amanda encouraged the youth to embrace and take ownership of intentional change in their lives and youth group, trusting God’s guidance and recognizing the new things He is doing in 2025.
Does God Answer Prayers?
God always listens to our sincere prayers and answers them, but His responses may come in unexpected ways or timing, reflecting His perfect knowledge of what's best for us.
Go and Make Disciples
Pastor Amanda's sermon encourages students to embrace their role as disciples of Jesus by living out the Great Commission, actively sharing the gospel, and making a difference in the lives of those around them.