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- God calls men to step it up and be the spiritual leader of your family! Here's a few ideas on making prayer a priority: http://marshill.com/2012/01/21/6-practical-ways-for-men-to-pray-over-their-family
- How can the community of Fountain Valley be radically transformed by the Gospel? For one, by disarming the power of Satan. Read more of Pastor Ryan's latest blog here: http://pastorryanfillinger.blogspot.com/2012/01/how-gospel-can-transform-this-community_25.html
- "What if technology isn’t good or evil, but simply reveals and amplifies what’s already there?" http://www.orangeparents.org/is-technology-killing-your-family/
- Don't forget this Sunday will be our kick-off to Inspire week at Fusion. What is Inspire week? We kick it off with a special time Sunday starting at 10:30 with worship, baptisms, and communion. If you have put your faith in Christ and have not yet been baptized I encourage you to take that step this Sunday and publicly proclaim your faith in Him. We will also have various table set up in the foyer/hall area with different opportunities for you to plug in and serve. Following the Sunday celebration our LifeGroups will be adopting various service projects to show the love of Jesus in tangible ways throughout next week. If you want to get involved talk with one of our LifeGroup leaders. Our newly updated Inspire board has various projects pinned to it. If your group hasn't gotten a card yet then make sure to stop by and pick one up. The LifeGroups should be talking about the projects this week. I look forward to seeing you all Sunday. Pastor Jake
- With the recent buzz on Facebook surrounding the"Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus" video, we thought we'd post this very good explanation of why we agree. Check it out here: http://theresurgence.com/2012/01/18/the-difference-between-religion-and-the-gospel
- New to Fusion? Not in a LifeGroup yet? Still undecided about Jesus? If answered yes to any of those questions, the LINK is for you! The LINK is designed as a six-week LifeGroup to help you learn more about Fusion, more about Jesus, and test-drive LifeGroups for a season. Our next session of The LINK will start-up on Friday Feb. 9th @ 6:30pm. If you’re interested, please mark “The Link” on your communication card on Sunday or email Pastor Jake at jake@thefusionchurch.com
- Check out this article! http://theresurgence.com/2012/01/16/7-tips-for-talking-with-your-neighbors-about-jesus
- The WORD for Monday: "So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves." Galatians 5:16
- Did you know? You can listen to sermons you missed by going to our website www.thefusionchurch.com and clicking on "Listen to Sermons Online"!
- Check out Pastor Ryan's new ministry blog here: http://pastorryanfillinger.blogspot.com/. Most recent blog: "How the Gospel Can Transform This Community Pt. 1".
- Post this as your status today to declare that you are not ashamed of the Gospel: "For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile. This Good News tells us how God makes us right in his sight. This is accomplished from start to finish by faith." Romans 1:16-17 - I AM NOT ASHAMED!
- Join us this Sunday as we continue to study through the book of Malachi in our ReBOOT series! This week we'll be studying Malachi 2:1-9 with special guest speaker Brian Cleary. See you there!
- The WORD for Tuesday: But now you must be holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is holy. 16 For the Scriptures say, “You must be holy because I am holy.” I Peter 1:15-16
- Lives have been changed by the power of God through his church in 2011! Here's a few of the stories of Life-Change that Fusion has been honored to be apart of this last year! To God be the glory!
- So couple of quick updates for this week: 1) Tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6:30 pm will be the kick-off date for our Financial Peace University course being offered. FPU will be hosted at the church building in the downstairs area. Tomorrow night is a preview so feel free to bring a friend that you think might be interested in or benefit from this great course presented by Dave Ramsey. 2) The last Sunday of January we are planning on having another baptismal celebration. If you have not yet taken this step of faith and publicly proclaimed your faith in Christ I hope you will make plans to do so on Jan. 29 as we kick off our INSPIRE week. God Bless and have a great week.
- God has done some awesome things in 2011 and we look forward to even greater things to be done in 2012! Here's a a look at just a few of the Baptisms over the past year!
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- Dec 18, 11Our LifeGroups are groups of 6-12 adults spending time studying the Bible and doing life together. Your LifeGroup will be a place that you are known, loved, supported, challenged, and encouraged by a group of friends. LifeGroups serve together in the community, care for each other when one is in need, and challenge one another to grow spiritually. This is really where the power of together begins to show as you and your friends travel on this amazing journey together of becoming committed Christ followers. Our typical LifeGroups start with a shared dinner, spend time discussing God's Word, and then concludes with a time of prayer. All our LifeGroups are family-friendly, so we encourage you to bring the kids along!
- Jan 16, 12This spring we have groups meeting throughout the week at varying times and places around the city. See which one is best for you!
LifeGroup @ Security
Led By: Mike & Danell Pugh (719) 391-1066
Dustin & Amy Lee (719) 502-5572
Location: 6604 Passing Sky Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80911This LifeGroup meets each week on Friday nights at 6:30 p.m.LifeGroup @ Ft. Carson
Led By: Jake & Hailey Norman (719) 238-7330
Kevin & Judith Jenkins (719) 246-6711
Location: 6508 D Sam Houston Loop in Ft. Carson
This LifeGroup meets each week on Tuesday nights at 6:30 p.m.
LifeGroup @ Countryside (South Fountain)
Led By: Jake & Hailey Norman (719) 238-7330
Chuck & Sarah Johnson (719) 433-1105
Location: 1075 Clogger Lane Fountain, Co 80817
This LifeGroup meets each week on Friday nights at 6:30 p.m.
LifeGroup @ Cross Creek
Led By: Seth and Angel McDowell (910) 495-4785
Ryan and Whitney Fillinger (719) 238-9561
Location: 7515 Dobbs Dr. Fountain, CO 80817
This LifeGroup meets each week on Friday nights at 6:30 p.m.
LifeGroup @ Country Club Heights
Led By: Ken & Karen Lippincott (719) 391-0695
Location: 7070 Roaring Spring Ave. Fountain, CO 80817
This LifeGroup meets each week on Saturday nights at 6:00 p.m.
Ignite MIDDLE SCHOOL LifeGroup (6th - 8th grade)
Led By: Ryan & Whitney Fillinger (719) 238-9561
Location: 965 Lindstrom Dr. Security, CO 80911
This LifeGroup meets each week on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m.
Ignite HIGH SCHOOL LifeGroup (9th - 12th grade)
Led By: Justin & Kayla Fillinger (719) 351-9669
Ryan & Whitney Fillinger (719) 238-9561
Location: 5080 Wainwright Dr. Security, CO 80911
This LifeGroup meets each week on Monday nights at 7:00 p.m.
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- Stupid Question of the Day: What color do Smurfs turn when they're choking?
- Tonight's the last week of the High School group study on "Growing On Your Own". I hope you don't miss it! See you tonight!
- It's Wednesday! Hope to see all you Middle School peeps at group tonight! What’s it like to belong to a winning team? Hope you can join us at group tonight, because without you, our team just isn’t complete!
- What are 3 things you value in friendship? Join us tonight for Ignite @ 7pm. Need a ride? Call or text Pastor Ryan!
- Good News! God uses imperfect people like you and me to change the world! Read more here: http://theresurgence.com/2011/11/27/god-uses-imperfect-people-like-you-and-me
- Middle Schoolers! Ignite starts back tonight! What do your friends think when they hear the word “church”? Let’s talk about it tonight at Ignite! See you there! P.S. Remember tonight we'll be meeting at Justin and Kayla's house.
- High school Ignite starts in T-minus 57 minutes!
- IGNITE STARTS BACK THIS WEEK!!! High School on Monday @ 7:00pm and Middle school on Wednesday @ 6:30pm! Both groups will be meeting at Justin and Kayla's house this month. See you there!
- Who's gonna be 1st in your life today? "For I am not ashamed of the Gospel" Romans 1:16. "If anyone is ashamed of me and my message, the Son of Man will be ashamed of that person when he returns in his glory and in the glory of the Father and the holy angels." Luke 9:26
- How do you need to put this verse into action today? - "This is how I want you to conduct yourself in these matters. If you enter your place of worship and, about to make an offering, you suddenly remember a grudge a friend has against you, abandon your offering, leave immediately, go to this friend and make things right. Then and only then, come back and work things out with God." Matthew 5:23-24
- WINTER BREAK SILLY CONTEST: "Ridiculous Resolutions" Here's how to play: Comment on this post with the most ridiculous New Year's resolution you can think of, then get as many people as you can to "like" your comment. Whoever has the most "Likes" for their "Ridiculous Resolution" by Wednesday Jan. 4th at 9pm will win a bag of fun size candy of their choice! Example Ridiculous Resolution Comment: "I resolve to buy 100 penguins and teach them to sing and dance". Let the game begin!!!
- Happy New Year! I know, I know. You we're up to all hours of the night partyin' in the new year. But why not continue the party by joining us for our celebration worship service this morning at 10:30am! Go grab a Monster and come worship the creator of the new year!!
- What was your favorite Christmas gift this year?
- The WORD for Wednesday: "The proverbs of Solomon: A wise child brings joy to a father; a foolish child brings grief to a mother." Proverbs 10:1
- Remember, no group tonight because we're on Christmas break until January 8th! But Ignite will launch back on Jan. 9th!!!
- Hey Igniters! Christmas Eve Service tonight @ 5:30pm at The Building!! See you there! Feliz Navidad!
- Hey Everyone! Come and worship with us this Christmas Eve at 5:30pm at The Building as we celebrate the gift of God's Son Jesus!
- How do you deal with temptation? If you have trouble giving into temptation, check this out: http://theresurgence.com/2011/12/15/bet-you-cant-resist-the-temptation-to-watch-this
- It's been a rough week for lots of teens in our area. Here's some encouragement: "Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning." Psalm 30:5
- It's been a long semester and Christmas Break is still 2 days and several finals away. But how about we start the fun now and hang out and just have a Fun Night at our LifeGroup tonight! Deal? See you there! - Pastor RYan
- had a lot a fun at LifeGroup tonight!
- Why bother with sexual purity? Does God care? Why does he care? If you don’t have immediate and persuasive answers to these questions, you should read this: http://theresurgence.com/2011/06/17/why-bother-with-sexual-purity
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- This Sunday all our PreK-5th grade kids will be joining us in the adult service for our Inspire Week kick-off. A baptismal celebration will be a apart of that service, so if your child has come to faith but hasn't yet taken that next step of being baptized to publicly proclaim their faith in Christ, contact Pastor Ryan or Pastor Jake to get them baptized this Sunday! Let's celebrate together!
- Hey Parents! Hope you have a great week! we're praying for you that you'll take the lead in your child's spiritual life this week and make every moment a teachable moment. You can do it! We believe in you!
- Sometimes we don’t like the stories that we’re unwittingly or unwillingly written into. At other times, we realize that it may not be the story we imagined, but it’s our story and we’re going to find a way to live that story to its greatest potential. Read more here: http://www.orangeparents.org/a-story-worth-telling/
- Just sent out the Vertical Parent CUE email! Parents, that's your CUE to make every moment this week a spiritually teachable moment. You'll find the Parent CUE Card and GodTime Card attached to that email, so you can have helpful resources to equip you to teach your kids at home this week! Have a great one!
- Take a look at what We'll be teaching in Vertical this weekend: Bible Story: Select (reckless words) • Proverbs 12:18 Bottom Line: Select your words carefully. Memory Verse: “My dear brothers and sisters, pay attention to what I say. Everyone should be quick to listen. But they should be slow to speak. They should be slow to get angry.” James 1:19, NIrV Virtue: Self-Control—choosing to do what you should do, not what you want to do. Basic Truth: I should treat others the way I want to be treated. See you Sunday!
- Another great blurb about the importance of developing the fruit of the Spirit in your kids, especially Self-Control: http://www.orangeparents.org/focus-on-this-one-thing/
- We want every child who participates in Vertical to grow up and say... 1. I Can Trust God No Matter What 2. I Need to Make the Wise Choice 3. I Should Treat Others the Way I Want to Be Treated Just one way we're helping kids to "Grow Up in Christ"!
- Check out this thought on the relationship between Self-Control and kids tendency to pitch a fit! http://www.orangeparents.org/pitching-a-fit/
- Hey Parents! Here's a sneak peek at what we'll be teaching this weekend in Vertical! Bible Story: Pause (slow to anger) • Proverbs 16:32 Bottom Line: Pause before you lose your temper. Memory Verse: “My dear brothers and sisters, pay attention to what I say. Everyone should be quick to listen. But they should be slow to speak. They should be slow to get angry.” James 1:19, NIrV Virtue: Self-Control—choosing to do what you should do, not what you want to do. Basic Truth: I should treat others the way I want to be treated.
- There’s a strange-sounding passage written by an ancient writer thousands of years ago that says, “Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self control.” The principle is sobering. If we are not careful, our homes can become like broken down cities that are vulnerable to a variety of dangerous elements that threaten the physical safety of those who live there. Read more here: http://www.orangeparents.org/please-take-self-control-seriously/
- This month in Vertical we'll be learning the virtue of Self-Control - Choosing to do what you should do, not what you want to do. We hope you and your family can start off the year right with us this Sunday @ 10:30am! See you then!
- In the eyes of the world, our girls don’t measure up. They aren’t thin enough, tall enough, or beautiful enough. Very few women make it through those early preteen years completely unscathed. But if our girls are to grow up and thrive with confidence in spite of the standards of this world, they need our help. Read more here: http://www.orangeparents.org/raising-beautiful-girls/
- The WORD for Parents: "The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them." Proverbs 20:7
- Generosity Opportunity #4 - Living Water International - A child dies every 15 seconds becuase of the lack of clean water. You and your family can change that with a donation to help wells be drilled overseas! It costs an average of $0.98 to provide clean, safe water for one person for one year, so every dollar counts! Check out the options here: http://www.water.cc/store/christmas-gift-cards?q=store/christmas-gift-cards
- If you're wondering why you haven't received your Vertical Parent CUE for this week, our church online database is down this week. We hope to have it all up and running by next Sunday and we'll resume sending out our usual parent resources!
- When the apostle Paul was talking to young Timothy, he gave this simple instruction about how to be part of a better story: “Be rich in good deeds. Be generous and willing to share” (I Timothy 6:18). In other words, you’re not generous because you’re rich. You’re rich because you’re generous. Read more here: http://www.orangeparents.org/how-to-be-rich/
- Generosity Opportunity #3: World Vision - Through World Vision you can give the gift of basic needs for children around the world! With gifts ranging from $10 to $300 and beyond, you can find the perfect gift: clothing, shelter, livestock, education and more! Find out more here:
- Read this REALLY GREAT article about the importance other adult influences in your child's life called "Never Parent Alone". This shows why we think that the relationships your kids develop with our Vertical teachers are so important! Read it here: http://www.orangeparents.org/never-parent-alone/
- Generosity Opportunity #2: Show Hope's 'Gifts of Hope' - Show Hope is an organization that is leading a movement to care for orphans. Check out their Christmas Gifts of Hope Catalog donate gifts such as: helping fund an international adoption from Africa, Asia, Europe, or the U.S., provide everyday necessities, food and shelter, fund surgeries for special needs babies, or become a monthly Show Hope sponsor! Click here to view the online catalog and get more information: https://secure2.convio.net/ccsh/site/Ecommerce?store_id=37702&VIEW_HOMEPAGE=true&FOLDER=0&TYPE=&NAME=
- Hey Parents! Here's a look at what we'll be teaching this weekend in Vertical! Bible Story: Extreme Makeover: Barn Edition (the parable of the rich man) • Luke 12:13-21 Bottom Line: People are always more important than stuff. Memory Verse: “Be rich in good deeds … be generous and willing to share.” 1 Timothy 6:18, NIV Virtue: Generosity—making someone’s day by giving something away. Basic Truth: I should treat others the way I want to be treated.
- Generosity Opportunity #1: Foster Family Angel Tree! - This month Fusion is "adopting" a foster family in our area for Christmas! This is how it's works: We'll have a Christmas Tree display set up in the foyer for the next three weeks where you can select a gift item for a particular child. Then, purchase, wrap, and bring back the gift to the church. We'll then deliver the gifts to the family—and in the process, share the Gospel. Look for it this Sunday!
- Tonight we'll be decorating the Vertical area for Christmas. Anyone who knows how to use tape is invited to come help us tonight at 6pm to 8pm!
- Generosity Opportunities!! What if, to instill the importance of Generosity in your kids, every Christmas you gave each of your children $25 that they could donate to any charity of their choice? What if it became a tradition? A legacy of generosity in your family every year? All through December we'll be posting 2-3 opportunities a week that you and your family can consider to exercise Generosity together as a family. The first one is coming this afternoon!
- This December we'll be teaching our kids the virtue of Generosity! "Be rich in good deeds... be generous and willing to share." I Timothy 6:18
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- Sep 24, 11About God
God is the one and only true God, yet he exists in three persons:God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. God is the creator so everything belongs to Him and is under His control. God is holy, so He is righteous, majestic, and loving. God is all-knowing and purposeful, so He is at work to bring about His will. No person, thing, or idea compares to God.
About the Bible
God reveals Himself through the Bible, and it’s original text is 100% accurate, has been preserved for us today, and is relevant, reliable, and authoritative.
About People
People are made in God’s image and for His pleasure. But everyone falls short of God’s intention, or ideal, for people. In other words, everyone has sinned. As a result, we are all separated from Him, even though He wants an intimate relationship with each of us.
About Salvation
That’s why Jesus–God’s Son–came and lived sinlessly on this earth, died, and rose again. God offers His free gift of salvation to all who believe in Jesus and accept Him as Savior-the only way to be forgiven and reconciled to God. Anyone who accepts this gift is adopted as a son or daughter into God’s family and will live with Him forever in heaven. - Jan 14, 12We love what we do here at Fusion and it shows in the teamwork that goes on every day to make everything happen here at Fusion. Our church is empowered by the amazing volunteers that give their time and energy every week at Fusion, and our church is equipped by our pastoral staff that God has given us. Check out the info below to find out more about the staff members at Fusion.
Jake Norman, Lead Pastor
Jake was born and raised in the Little Rock, AR area. Jake accepted Christ when he was eight years old at a church in North Little Rock, AR. He graduated from North Little Rock High School West Campus in 1997. After High School Jake attended Central Baptist College in Conway, AR where he attained his B.A. in Biblical Studies. He and his wife Hailey were married on December 11, 1999; Jake and Hailey have four children Katelynn, Jaxon, Moriah, Breanna and fifth child on the way!.Jake's Favorites:Food: Just about any of itMovie: CarsBible Person: Jake likes David because he was a normal guy and God used him to do some great things. David made mistakes and he had some victories. David reminds him that God uses us in spite of our mistakes.Music Group: Not really a specific band but he likes music from the Passion movement: Charlie Hall, Matt Redman, David Crowder Band, etc.Book: "The Chronicles of Narnia" by C.S. Lewis, "Visioneering" by Andy StanleyWhat do you enjoy most about what you get to do at Fusion? I love seeing dreams become realities. I'm excited about being a part of what God is up to in His kingdom and watching Him radically transform lives.Contact Pastor Jake at Jake@thefusionchurch.com or (719) 238-7330Ryan Fillinger, Family/Worship Pastor
Ryan began his relationship with Christ in April of 1993. He graduated from Morrilton High School in 2004 and surrendered to God's call on his life to go into ministry the next week. After high school he attended Central Baptist College in Conway, AR and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies with a Youth Ministry minor. He married Whitney Norwood on March 24th, 2007 and next to accepting Christ as his Savior, he says it's the best decision he's ever made. His first child Anberlin Kate was born on July 27th, 2010 and the second child is on the way due in January!Ryan's Favorites:Food: Pizza (Definitely)Movie: The Back to the Future TrilogyTV show: He generally doesn't watch much TV, but he enjoys an occasional episode of Community... and Parks and Rec, and 30 Rock...and Spongebob. But that's all...mostly. :)Bible Person: David, because even though he messed up a whole lot, God still used him. He says he relates to David's stupidity.Scripture Verses: Phil. 1:21, Ps. 16:11. Ps. 115:1-3Music Group: He couldn't choose one so here are a few...Anberlin, Third Day, The Classic Crime, Frank Sinatra, John Mayer, Relient K, Steven Curtis Chapman, The Fray, The Styx, Jars of Clay, Demon Hunter, Fee, David Crowder Band, Matthew West, Michael Buble, Mat Kearny, Lecrae....he's kind of into music.Books: "Desiring God" by John Piper, "Knowing God" by J.I. Packer, "Because We Love Him" by Clyde Cranford, "Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" by Mo Willems, and "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis.Cartoons: Nothing beats the classic Looney Tunes, but I do however enjoy Spongebob and The Real Ghostbusters...yeah.U.S. President: William Henry Harrison. Longest inaugural speech. Shortest term (1 month). Irony.Other Info about Ryan:Books He's Currently Reading: Think Orange by Reggie Joiner, Bloodlines by John Piper, and The Bible.Most Recently Purchased CDs: Until We Have Faces by RED, Is For Karaoke by Relient K, She'll Be Right by Vocal Few, We Once Were by Rush of Fools, The One You Need by Shane & Shane, You Hold It All by New Life Worship, Glory by Michael W. Smith, As For Me And My House by John Waller, For the Honor by Elevation Worship, Full Circle by Creed, And If Our God Is For Us by Chris Tomlin, Listen to the Sound by Building 429.Hobbies: Playing music on his guitars, Writing music, listening to music, buying music, updating the Fusion website, and blogging. Click Here to check out his serious blog about matters of faith and life in Jesus Christ. Or Click here to check out his blog that's mostly just about silly random things. Lately he's also been dabbling on Twitter.What do you enjoy most about what you get to do at Fusion? I love the privilege of pour into students lives with the love of Christ and see them grow in their understanding of Him and begin to burn with a passion to love and serve him.Contact Pastor Ryan at Ryan@thefusionchurch.com or (719) 238-9561
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