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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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:...

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...

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

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

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

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.

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...

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

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

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

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

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

Downey Adventist Church Sermon Four Tests Bob Wong 25 November 2023 www.downeychurch.org