Revolution Church Annapolis

5.5.24 - Cultivating Curiosity, Acting Intentionally, and Seeking Diversity (Kenny Camacho)

   SCRIPTURE: Acts 8 & John 3:1-15 YOU CAN ALSO READ THIS WEEK’S MANUSCRIPT HERE. REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is the most diverse environment you are in routinely?  Have you ever made an intentional choice to be around viewpoints or cultures different from your own? What about people who are different from you? Reflect on that experience. Kenny argued that what motivates an intentional decision to participate in a diverse environment is curiosity. What are some things you are ...

4.28.24 - Not a Melting Pot: The Importance of Diversity in God's Kingdom (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Revelation 7:9-10 & 2 Timothy 2:8-25 YOU CAN ALSO READ THIS WEEK’S MANUSCRIPT HERE! REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is the most diverse community you have ever been a part of? What was that experience like? What diversity do you currently see in our church community? Has it had any impact on your faith or life? How so? Read Revelation 7:9-10. What do you notice here about diversity in God’s Kingdom? Does this vision challenge some of your current beliefs about God, Heav...

4.21.24 - Weakness, Meekness, and the Good Life (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:5, Philippians 2:1-4, & 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 YOU CAN FIND THE MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS WEEK’S SERMON HERE. REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How would you define “meekness”? Have you heard it discussed in churches or sermons before? What ideas and feelings does the word bring up for you? Can you think of a situation where you practiced meekness in your life? How did it change your relationship with others in that situation? How does meekness challenge the world's view of ...

4.14.24 - The Courage to Look, The Safety to Trust (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 11:28, 30; Ephesians 5:1-14, & Ezekiel 36:26 YOU CAN ALSO FIND THE MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS SERMON AT HERE. REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: In Matthew 11, Jesus invites us to come to Him and find rest. How does walking with Jesus make the right work easier? Why is it important to bring our disobedient behaviors and sins into the light? Can you think of a time when bringing a personal struggle into the light led to growth or positive change? What does it mean to live a li...

3.31.24 - God's Welcome, Our Surrender (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Romans 11:13-24 “ A posture of surrender–to God’s capacity for grace, to our God-given capacity to love and include–is what makes radical and enduring welcome work. And the proof that this surrender will work, that we are safe even when it is costly, is the empty tomb on Easter Sunday.” REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is the most welcoming community you have ever been a part of? Have you ever been a part of a community–or experienced a community–that felt “closed” to you...

3.24.24 - Grief and 'the Good Life'? (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:4, John 11:20-26, & Romans 12:9-18 YOU CAN FIND THE SCRIPT FOR THIS WEEK’S SERMON HERE. REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Do you have experience with grief you would be willing to share?  Why is it important to allow ourselves and others to experience the grief process without rushing it? How does Jesus's response to Lazarus's death demonstrate the importance of empathy and understanding in the face of grief? What does it mean to be 'Resurrection People' as describe...

3.17.24 - Fully Committed, Part 3: A Savior Who Lives (Paul McGrew)

WEEK 5 // A SAVIOR WHO LIVES SCRIPTURE: John 20  REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Jesus’s biography is the one and only biography in history which doesn’t end in death! Take some time to think this through and wrestle with it: why is this an important belief for Christians? What would it mean? Is it something you believe? Paul said that “believe” is the most important word in John’s gospel. What do you think John means by this term? What do you think this term means? What are some things...

3.10.24 - Fully Committed, Part 2: A King Who Dies (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 12:13, 13:12-16, 17:6-11, 18:33-39, & 19:19-22 YOU CAN ALSO READ KENNY’S MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS SERMON HERE! REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What’s your pick for Best Picture tonight? Can anything slow down Oppenheimer’s momentum? Okay, that was a silly question! More seriously: do you ever question God’s ability to really understand what it’s like to be a regular human being? Are there parts of your own experience you might doubt God’s ability to feel/see?  In your opinio...

2.25.24 - Fully Committed, Part 1: "I Am" & "I Am Not" (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 18 YOU CAN ALSO READ THIS WEEK’S MANUSCRIPT HERE! REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What are some of the Lent or Easter season traditions you have experienced before? Are there any traditions you’ve heard of and would like to learn more about? Let’s talk about commitment: what does the word mean to you? What are some examples of commitment in your own life?  In the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus says “I AM” when asked about his identity–which is the same name God gives to Hi...

2.18.24 - The Last Supper Discourse, Part 2: A God Who Is Near (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 14-16 READ THE MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS WEEK’S SERMON HERE! REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Do you ever feel afraid of God? Where does that fear come from?  How might what you know/read about Jesus’s relationship with the disciples serve to calm that fear? What do we see in Jesus that can help us trust God more? What have you heard or read about the Holy Spirit before? How does that compare to what Jesus says about “the Advocate” in John 14-16? Kenny said that the Holy Spir...

2.11.24 - The Last Supper Discourse, Part 1: The Master Who Serves (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 13:1-17 AS ALWAYS, YOU CAN READ THE MANUSCRIPT FOR THIS SERMON HERE! REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is the “ending” of Jesus’s story? Where is all of this heading? How does knowing the ending help us better understand (and trust) Jesus’s actions in John 13? Kenny talked about the historic problem of God’s apparent distance from us (in the Tabernacle, in the Temple, et. al.). Have you ever felt like God was unapproachable? Have you ever feared God’s judgment of you...

2.4.24 - The Good Life? (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 1:1-2, Matthew 5:1-5 ***READ THIS WEEK’S MANUSCRIPT HERE!*** REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How has this conversation affected your understanding of what it means to be “blessed”? Have you ever felt “poor in spirit”? Are you feeling that way now? Share your experience with a trusted friend. Do you think it really is possible that moments of feeling “poor in spirit” bring you closer to the experience of God’s presence or love? Read the Beatitudes in Matthew 5. Are the...

1.28.24 - For Their Sake! (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Deuteronomy 10:17-19 & 15:11, James 2:14-17, 1 John 3:17 ***SOME BAD NEWS…Kenny accidentally deleted the audio file of this week’s sermon! But, as always, you can still find the manuscript HERE if you would like to stay caught up!*** REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Based on the sermon's challenge, how can we avoid 'overharvesting' and share with those in need? How can you incorporate acts of charity and kindness into your own Christian walk? Do you sometimes struggle to see ...

1.21.24 - For Our Sake! (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 27:17 & Galatians 6:2 MANUSCRIPT LINK REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What have you learned in this series so far? Where is it pushing you? How can you better connect with the “purpose” you might have in this church community? Let’s talk about Proverbs 27:17… what did you make of Kenny’s revision of what it means for “iron [to] sharpen iron”? Did it resonate with your own experiences trying to correct or challenge the behaviors of a friend? If Kenny’s reading is rig...

1.14.24 - For Your Sake! (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Romans 3:22-24, Ephesians 4:11-13, & Genesis 2:15, 18-23 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: In what ways have you experienced the benefits of being in a church community? Do you ever feel tempted to try and “make it on your own”? Where do you think this feeling comes from? How might your relationship with God and/or other Christians challenge this approach? What does Romans 3:22-24 tell us about living on our own without the help of others? What does the “commonness of sin” have...

1.7.24 - For God's Sake! (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 2:1-10, 4:11-16, & 5:1-2 **WE HAD AN ISSUE WITH AUDIO RECORDING THIS WEEK, BUT YOU CAN FIND THE SCRIPT FOR THE SERMON HERE!** REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is your reason (or purpose!) for being “together” with others here at Revolution? How can you transform your answer to the first question into something you can act on, week in and week out? Are there relationships you can pursue? Ways to participate you can investigate? Are you here on purpose? This serm...

12.31.23 - 2023 Year-in-Review (Kenny Camacho)

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12.17.23 - JOY: Sowing Grief & Harvesting Joy (Kenny Camacho)

12.10.23 - LOVE: Learning to Fall and Keep Falling (Kenny Camacho)

12.3.23 - HOPE: Losing Time Doesn't Mean Time is Running Out (Kenny Camacho)

12.3.23 - HOPE: Losing Time Doesn't Mean Time is Running Out

11.26.23 - Forgiveness of Sins, Resurrection of the Body, and Life Everlasting (Kenny Camacho)

 SCRIPTURE: Matt. 26:28, 1 Cor. 6:19-20, John 17:1-3 & 20:21-23 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Why is the Apostles’ Creed important in the history of the Church? Why is it important to us at Revolution? How might it be important or helpful to you? Have you experienced forgiveness, either from God or from others? What did it feel like? Why is it essential for us to extend forgiveness to others, and how can it bring richness to our lives? How does Jesus' sacrificial work on the cross pr...

11.19.23 - The Story Keeps Going (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Luke 24 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: In what ways does Jesus demonstrate his active involvement and desire to restore relationships throughout the Gospel of Luke? How does the encounter on the road to Emmaus in Luke chapter 24 demonstrate the importance of recognizing the ongoing presence of Jesus? Have you ever felt unaware of Jesus's presence in your life, only to later realize He was actively involved the whole time? Share your experience. Why is it important to rememb...

11.5.23 - Understanding 'Fulfillment' in God's Story (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Luke 21-22 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How would you summarize the “Bible Story” as you have heard it or come to understand it? Who is the “main character”? What is the “journey”? How is this story different from the kinds of stories we tend to tell in our own culture? In our lives? In our churches? Kenny said that, “ if we’re going to talk about fulfillment in a story–in any story!–we have to recognize what we think we’re hoping for.” What are you “hoping for” in your ow...

10.22.23 - Notes from Luke's Gospel, Part 2 (Paul McGrew)

10.15.23 - Notes from Luke's Gospel, Part 1 (Dante Griffin)

10.8.23 - Being "Good News" People (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Ephesians 2:11-22, John 13:34 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is the difference between thinking of the Jesus story as “a good idea” and thinking of it in the Roman sense of “good news”? In Ephesians 2:11-14, Paul talks about how a new humanity has been created in place of the old identities. How does this idea relate to the mission of the church? Why is the church community an absolutely essential part of the church’s witness? What are some of the “Kingdom values” we c...

9.24.23 - Growing TOGETHER (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is the healthiest community you have ever been a part of? What made it so healthy?  What does “reconciliation with God” look like for you? What gets in the way of this relationship?  What does “reconciliation with yourself” mean to you? Why is it sometimes hard to see ourselves the way God sees us? What might change if we learned how to do this? What does “reconciliation with others” mean for you? Are there relations...

9.17.23 - The Hard Work of Staying (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Acts 15:6-16:3 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Think about Kenny’s “archery target” illustration for finding the right church: have you ever been in a church that was too close to the center for you, where you struggled to be challenged? Have you ever been somewhere that was too far for you to ever feel comfortable? Have you experienced growth from staying in a challenging community or relationship, and in what ways did it change you? Consider Peter: he looks at the lives of ...

9.10.23 - Forging Community (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 13 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How can we create opportunities to confront our fears together in our community?  What are some fears or vulnerabilities you feel comfortable sharing with your community to grow together? How can embracing uncertainty help us grow in our faith? What is an area of uncertainty or curiosity in your faith that you would like to explore with your community? Why is it important to have patience and curiosity within a community? Can you thin...

9.3.23 - I Believe in the Holy, Catholic Church... (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 2, Hebrews 12 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Does the word “catholic” freak you out a bit? That’s okay! What are some practical ways we can cultivate unity and cooperation within the Church and our local faith communities? In what areas can you personally contribute to building unity within your faith community? 1 Peter 2:5 compares the Church to a spiritual house and encourages believers to offer sacrifices acceptable to God. What might these sacrifices look like? ...

8.27.23 - Daniel, Dreams, & the Trouble with Happily Ever After (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Jeremiah 29, Daniel 2 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Have you ever struggled with seasons of waiting? What has made this so hard? Do you resonate with the Israelites’ experience of exile? Have you ever been in a similar spot–where you wonder if God is really present with you? Discuss this with someone you trust this week! What can we learn from Daniel about “waiting well”?  One of the lessons from the Daniel stories is how important it is to do the small stuff. What does th...

8.20.23 - Naaman and the Stories We Carry (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 2 Kings 5, Luke 4 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Reflect on your own prayer life: when have you seen prayers answered? When have you seen prayers go unanswered?  What does it mean to approach God with a mindset of abundance rather than scarcity? How might this change our perspective on unanswered prayers? How can embracing authenticity and vulnerability in our faith strengthen our relationships with God and others? Can you think of a time when you or someone else shared an ...

8.13.23 - On David, Bathsheba, and Idolizing Our Leaders (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 2 Samuel 11-12 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What can we learn from 2 Samuel 11 about responding to our own personal failures? What is necessary to bring real light to reprehensible behavior? Why does it matter? How does the lack of justice in the story of King David and Bathsheba affect our feelings about the story? In what ways has a lack of justice in the world personally affected you, and how have you leaned on your faith during those times? Why is it important not to ...

8.6.23 - On Samson (Paul McGrew)

SCRIPTURE: Judges 13-16 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What is the role of forgiveness and redemption in the story of Samson, despite his flaws and lack of commitment to his Nazirite vow? How does the book of Judges, including the story of Samson, remind us that God's people are not perfect and still belong to Him? How does Samson's story emphasize the overarching theme of God's plan for salvation? How do you remind yourself of the importance of grace when you or others make mistakes,...

7.30.23 - Rahab and Real Belonging (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Joshua 2 & 6 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Have you ever felt like an “outsider” in a new place? Reflect on that experience: did you ever feel “in”? How long did it take? What changed? As you read through Joshua 2, what do you think makes Rahab’s story so important here? What does she know? What does she do? Why do you think she takes the spies “side” here? What does the story say? Why is the act of welcoming others, even outsiders, a significant part of being part of God'...

7.23.23 - "Jacob" and "Israel" (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Genesis 25-49! REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Reflect on your “life with God” so far. When has it been good? When has it been… not so good? Has it gone like you expected it would? If you wouldn’t identify as someone who “has a relationship with God,” reflect on your journey with the idea of God: who have you wanted Him to be? Who might He seem to be? What questions do you still have about Him? Do you think you will ever be open to a “relationship with God”? Jacob is a “striv...

7.16.23 - The Tower of Babel (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Genesis 11:1-9 & 12:1-3 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Have you heard the story of the Tower of Babel before? In what context? What did you take away from it? Why do you think God disapproves of the builders’ plans? What does the text say the “problems” are? Kenny suggests that the deeper issues are clarified when we think about “ziggurats.” What did you learn about these other structures in the Ancient Near East? How does this knowledge inform our understanding of Biblical ...

7.9.23 - Exile and Exodus (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 2 Chronicles 36 & Exodus 2-14 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: In what ways can seeing the stories of the Bible as larger narratives about God and humanity deepen our faith? How has your perspective on certain Biblical stories changed as you've grown in your faith, and how can this new perspective impact your daily life? What does the story of the Exodus teach us about God, humanity, and our individual relationship with Him? How does it deepen our understanding of the Exodus ...

7.2.23 - I Believe in the Holy Spirit (Dante Griffin)

SCRIPTURE: so many!! REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Who have you heard/understood the Holy Spirit to be in the past? Share your stories and what you have learned. Ask good questions! What do you still want to know? How does the Holy Spirit's role as a teacher and revealer of truth impact your understanding of your own faith and personal growth? What is one area in your life where you wish to gain deeper understanding, and how can you invite the Holy Spirit to reveal the truth to you? ...

6.25.23 - Sharing the Upside-Down Kingdom (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 1 Timothy 1:15-16, 2:4, 4:3-5, & 6:11-15; John 18:33-40 & 19:19-22 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Why is it important to consider the context and recipients of the letters in 1 Timothy when interpreting its instructions? How can you apply the principles from 1 Timothy to your own life while considering its original context and audience? What are the qualities of a good messenger, and why are they important? Why are your flaws an important part of your ability to be a messeng...

6.11.23 - Seeing the Upside-Down Kingdom (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 1 Timothy 1:15-16, 5:1-8, & 6:1-2 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What makes “living together” with other people difficult for you? What makes it important? Kenny describes a “paradox” in Paul’s theology and counsel: by making ourselves less, we become more fully who we are. Reflect on this and/or discuss it with a friend: do you believe this? Is it really an essential part of Christian belief? The first “key” for living together is allowing ourselves to be corrected by othe...

6.4.23 - Lessons from a Breaking Church (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: 1 Timothy 1:3-4, 2:1-2 & 8-9, 5:24-25, & 6:3-5 ***AUDIO RECORDING ISSUES! TO CATCH UP WITH THIS SERMON, PLEASE READ THE TRANSCRIPT HERE*** REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Look at some of the problems Paul is asking Timothy to address: what do they have in common? What “illness” is behind Paul’s “prescriptions”? What are some practical ways we can pay closer attention to one another in our church community? How can we ensure that humble and responsible leaders are appointed i...

5.28.23 - He Ascended, & Will Come to Judge (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 5:21-24 & 14:1-4; Acts 1:9-11 & 17:31; 1 Corinthians 3:11-15 ***AUDIO RECORDING ISSUES! TO CATCH UP WITH THIS SERMON, PLEASE READ THE TRANSCRIPT HERE.*** REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What have you learned so far in our series on the Apostles’ Creed? Do you agree that it can be a helpful tool for Christians? If so, how? How might acknowledging the mysteries of God and approaching our beliefs with humility help us grow in our faith? What can we learn from the story of ...

5.21.23 - Serving Others Is Serving Jesus (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 25:31-46 & 1 Corinthians 5:17-20 ***AUDIO RECORDING ISSUES! TO CATCH UP WITH THIS SERMON, PLEASE READ THE TRANSCRIPT HERE*** REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How has this series gone for you so far? Consider the basic structure we’ve been using: what is the difference between the Spirit-led and habit-formed parts of our “spiritual disciplines”? Which is easier/harder for you? Can you think of a time when someone's compassion positively impacted your life or the lives o...

5.14.23 - Building a Generous Church in a Greedy Culture (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Mark 12:41-44, Acts 2:44-47, 1 Cor. 16:1-3, 2 Cor. 9:12, & 1 Tim. 6:9 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How can disciplined giving help Christians combat greed and show gratitude towards God? What are some ways in which Christians today may be in conflict with their culture, and how can we navigate these conflicts while staying true to our faith? Why is it important to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit's convictions, and how can we practice this sensitivity in our everyday lives?...

5.7.23 - Studying Scripture with a Humble Heart (Dante Griffin)

5.14.23 - Building a Generous Church in a Greedy Culture (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Mark 12:41-44, Acts 2:44-47, 1 Cor. 16:1-3, 2 Cor. 9:12, & 1 Tim. 6:9 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How can disciplined giving help Christians combat greed and show gratitude towards God? What are some ways in which Christians today may be in conflict with their culture, and how can we navigate these conflicts while staying true to our faith? Why is it important to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit's convictions, and how can we practice this sensitivity in our everyday lives?...

4.23.23 - Speaking to God (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: John 14, Psalm 139, Psalm 69, & Matthew 6:9-13 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What role does prayer play in your daily life? Have you ever “cried out” in prayer?  What do you think it means for the Holy Spirit to intervene in our prayers? How can incorporating structured prayers, like the Lord's Prayer, help you grow spiritually? How might you create a consistent habit of praying the Lord's Prayer to enhance your spiritual growth and connection with God? Why is it important...

4.16.23 - He Descended to the Dead (Kenny Camacho)

SCRIPTURE: Luke 23:50-56, 1 Peter 3:17-20, Philippians 2:5-11, & Galatians 5:13-14 REFLECTION/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Reflect on the third statement of the Apostles’ Creed: “He descended to the dead. On the third day, he rose again.” What do you think is important to proclaim here? Do you have questions about it? The big question this week is, “why did God choose to do things this way?” Kenny offered several possible explanations the Church has wrestled with historically. What do you think ...