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Sermon Discussion Below you'll find the pastor's presentations associated with each sermon along with discussion questions for your Life Group to use in response to each week's sermon. 4/19/26 Genesis 3:1-6 "Origins, pt. 11: The Anatomy of Temptation" Pastor Matt Russell When the serpent first approaches Eve, there is a shift from Yahweh Elohim to just Elohim. Do you believe this shift from is significant? Why or why not? How does this possibly set the stage for successfully tempting Adam and Eve to rebellion? We briefly looked at the grammatical difference between what Yahweh said would absolutely occur if they disobeyed and what Eve said to the serpent. How is this subtle shift significant when thinking about overcoming temptation in our own lives? When have you been tempted to doubt Yahweh’s motives toward you? What do you believe would strengthen your resolve that Yahweh is good and loving in all things regardless of circumstances? James identifies a progression of sin in 1:13-17. Take a look at that progression and see if you can overlay the progression we discussed from Genesis 3:1-7. (Deception, Desires, Reframe, Act, and Death) In James 4:7 we are exhorted to resist the devil. What specific resistance do you think James might have in mind? Try to think about the first few tactics before action. 3/29/26 Genesis 2:22-25 "Origins, pt. 8: Marriage (It's Not About You)" Pastor Tom Gray Tom started by saying “marriage is not about you.” Where or how have you had to learn this in your marriage? What are some of those independent identities do people pursue over marriage? What about now? What are some of the things that we are tempted to find identity in outside of the marriage God has blessed us with? What have you learned about God and your spouse in the last year of your marriage? Why do so many people expect Gods favor when they don’t practice Gods ways correctly? (Inside and outside of marriage) Do you feel like you and your spouse have “leaved and cleaved” well to one another? How do you handle the extended “family dynamics” while balance your stewardship of your marriage and family? 3/1/26 Genesis 1:26-27 "Origins, pt. 4: Mankind's Mandate" Pastor Tom Gray How would you define “purpose?" Do you think we have more than one purpose in our lives? How are God’s commands considered “blessings?" The first command in the Creation Mandate is to “be fruitful.” What does this mean? How does this command connect to last week’s message about being image bearers? What is the significance of the very first command that God gives humanity being the command to build families? Now take that idea and apply it to a spiritual family. How do we fulfill this purpose from a spiritual perspective of being fruitful? How else is the idea of fruitfulness used in Scripture? Read John 15:1-8 and Matthew 28:18-20. How does Jesus look at fruitfulness and multiplication in these passages? What does it look like for us to subdue and practice ruling over life and creation today? 2/22/26 Genesis 1:26-27 "Origins, pt. 3: The Image of God" Pastor Matt Russell How would you describe being made in the image of God to someone who is unfamiliar with the idea? What does it mean to you, that you are made in the image of God? How are you reminded of this on a daily basis? Does knowing that you are Gods “tselem” or image / idol change how you view this idea of being made in His image? What does it mean for us to be his resemblance in the world around us? Revisit the first 3 commandments in Exodus 20. Why do you think God made such an emphasis on image bearing and worship? How does the spread of humanity reflect Gods ownership of the earth? What are the effects of the image being polluted by sin? Why does the image need to be redeemed ? How does Jesus do this? So after all this, how would you describe our role as the image bearers tasked to propagate the image to the world? 2/15/26 Psalm 71 "Old and On Mission" Pastor Terry Thompson How can we continue to move forward in life with focus and perseverance in spiritual things? What can we do hep set us up for finishing our lives well? What are those moments in the past that God uses to strengthen you for your present and future difficulties? People on mission inspire others. Who in your life lived so “on mission” that it inspired you and your walk with the Lord? What are things we can do to teach and invest in the generations behind us? 2/8/26 Genesis 1:2-25 "Origins, pt. 2: Very Good" Pastor Tom Gray What does God creating by the use of words teach us? Why are words so powerful and have so much meaning? What was Gods purpose in creating? Why do you think God “took his time” in creating the universe, instead of doing it all at once? What is the significance of Gods Word being both Scripture and the person of Jesus? Read and discuss Hebrews 4:12 as a group. What stands out? What is it teaching us? 2/1/26 Genesis 1:1 "Origins, pt. 1: Beginning" Pastor Tom Gray We are starting a new study on the book of Genesis. From your knowledge of Genesis, what is your favorite part or story in this book? "What comes into your mind when you think about God is the most important thing about you" - A.W. Tozer. What comes into your mind when you think about God? How do you wrap your mind around the truth of Gods eternality? What’s the difference between creating and making? And what does this difference teach us about God and His creation? Why is Genesis 1:1 so foundational and important for our faith and theology? 1/11/26 Psalm 19:7-11 "God's Word" Dustin Willis, Seed Company What stood out to you today from The Seed Company’s message? Why is communication so important for relationships? Why is the Bible so crucial to our relationship with God? How has Gods word changed your relationship with Him? How has Gods word brought life to your life? How has Gods word been proved trustworthy to you? What is something new you’ve learned recently from Gods word? How has Gods word been a treasure to you and your family? 12/7/25 "Opened Up for Us, pt. 2: Peace" Pastor Tom Gray What comes to your mind when you think about “peace”? How does peace point to the heart of God? How do you make the connection between Jesus and Cities of Refuge being places of safety from wrath? Talk through the element of the death of the High Priest (Numbers 35:25) and the freedom of the accused. How does hearing Jesus described as an Avenger of Blood make you feel? What does it mean for our relationship with Christ? Jesus brought peace through victory over injustice. Is there any connection for us in our lives based on this truth? In other words, how can we bring about peace in different situations and relationships in our own lives? 11/30/25 "Opened Up for Us, pt. 1: Hope" Pastor Tom Gray What has been your experience with hopelessness? What did God teach you through these moments? What does it mean to you that Christ is your Hope? What is the connection of hope at the end of Ruth’s story and genealogy? (Ruth 4:18-22) What can we learn from this? Because of Jesus, our lives are eternally significant. What does that mean to you?

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"Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me...'" Matthew 19:14 Large Groups Mars Hill Kids has three large group environments; preschool, elementary (K-3) and Club 45 (4-5). Each week, large group leaders teach biblical truths through music, Bible teaching and creative media. We use a mix of live teaching and dynamic video elements to teach the Bible with age appropriate concepts that the children can apply. Small Groups Every Sunday, your child will attend the same small group classroom. This is a great way for the children to establish friendships and build relationships. Here, the topic for the week is introduced through age-appropriate activities. After the Large Group experience, they return to the classroom and are taught how to apply the weekly lesson to their lives. Curriculum Our mission is to partner with you as you bring up your children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians. 6:4). The Gospel Project consists of weekly lessons that help all ages dive deep into the big story of the Bible—God’s plan to rescue His people through His Son, Jesus Christ. Read about the core values of The Gospel Project here. Kathleen Pratt Preschool Director Mail Danielle Holbrook Elementary Director Mail PARENT RESOURCES We recognize that you as the parents are the primary disciplers of your children. To partner with you in that lifelong commitment, below you'll find some resources that we feel are helpful. Discipleship for Kids Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids Screen Kids Navigating Our Digital World Questions? If you are interested in serving in children's ministry, or have questions for our children's ministry directors, fill out the contact form! If it's your first time at Mars Hill Community Church, please check-in at the Children's Ministry desk. We will be happy to assist you with the short registration process and help you and your child find their classroom. Or, if you would like to save time on your upcoming visit, you can pre-register your child by clicking below. When you arrive on Sunday you will just have to provide your last name, and you're all set! Pre-Register Your Child First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

GET CONNECTED CONTACT + INFO Have questions about our church? Want to get connected? Contact us below! CONTACT FORM SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES EVERY SUNDAY AT 9:15 AM & 11:00 AM Join us for a meaningful and uplifting worship experience as we come together to praise and honor God. Our services are designed to inspire and encourage all who attend. CHURCH DETAILS OUR ADDRESS: 109 Mars Hill Road Powder Springs, GA 30127 OUR PHONE NUMBER: (678) 797-0814 Mail email us! GET IN TOUCH Planning on attending for the first time this Sunday? We would love to hear from you! Fill out the contact form below so we can be expecting your arrival! When you visit us, please check in with a greeter so that we can meet you and show you around! If you have children that will be attending our children's ministry, please list their names and ages below: Select the Sunday you plan to visit S E N D Your message was sent! EXPLORE THE SITE ABOUT OUR CHURCH MINISTRIES UPCOMING EVENTS LISTEN TO SERMONS LIVESTREAM SERVICE

Semillas de Vida EXALTING THE NAME OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST THROUGH THE TEACHING OF BIBLICAL TRUTH Semillas de Vida is a church plant located in the north central region of Costa Rica that is devoted to growing a healthy body of believers into a congregation of disciples who make disciples. This is accomplished by faithful, expository preaching and intentional small group studies to assure that each member can articulate the gospel clearly and understands their role as a part of the body which includes a calling to obedient participation in the expansion of the kingdom of God. Semillas de Vida has ministries operating five days a week and is building a library of Biblically sound, theologically and spiritually helpful resources for their congregation to be able to check books out from. Donate Website Contact Costa Rica Mission Trip - June 2025: Update #5 We kicked things off with breakfast and a devotional from Caden, who focused on the story of Rahab and how the lessons from her life can... Caleb Pratt Jun 13, 2025 2 min read Costa Rica Mission Trip - June 2025: Update #4 We started off the day with a devotional led by Alec right after breakfast. It was a good moment to regroup as a team and take stock of... Caleb Pratt Jun 12, 2025 2 min read Costa Rica Mission Trip - June 2025: Update #3 We kicked off the morning with another Costa Rican staple: gallo pinto, along with the usual eggs, toast, coffee, and juice. Mark... Caleb Pratt Jun 11, 2025 2 min read Costa Rica Mission Trip - June 2025: Update #2 We started the morning with breakfast at the hotel. Most of us had some mix of eggs, toast, and gallo pinto, along with local coffee and... Caleb Pratt Jun 10, 2025 2 min read Costa Rica Mission Trip - June 2025: Update #1 We kicked off the trip early with a 7:00 AM meetup at the Atlanta airport. After checking bags and getting through security, the team... Caleb Pratt Jun 9, 2025 1 min read

Segue SEGUE is a one-time event that provides newcomers and prospective members—regardless of how long you have been attending MHCC—the opportunity to hear staff and elders articulate the history, beliefs, and core values of the church. SEGUE always takes place after the 11:00 AM service and lunch is provided. Covenant membership is a natural next step for any one who has been attending Mars Hill Community Church. We believe that the disciple of Jesus grows best in an environment of mutual partnership, encouragement, and accountability. If you are interested in taking the next step as a disciple of Jesus, join us for lunch with the pastors. Find the Next Segue

Asian Christian Academy EDUCATE. ENLIGHTEN. EMPOWER. The Asian Christian Academy exists to model Christian service through the equipping of men and women to be Christian leaders and care for local communities. ACA is a diverse ministry involved in various kinds of theological education and social services including the Evangelical Theological Seminary, Agape Hospital, Asian Christian High School, Ray of Hope Center for Autism, Asian Christian College of Theology, Pastoral Training Program, Student Hostel, Asian Christian Culinary & Agricultural Science Institute and the ACA School of Media Studies. ACA is located in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Donate Website Contact

WELCOME Join Us For Worship This Sunday! Mars Hill Community Church is an independent non-denominational Bible church. We are resolutely focused on investing our lives in sharing Jesus Christ and growing His followers. We invite you to come engage in life-giving community, transformational Bible study, and kingdom focused ministry. Our weekly services last about 75 minutes. We believe the Bible is God's word to us and therefore we highly value being Biblically centered across our ministries. Our sermons will be a mix of expository and topical teaching but always founded on God's inerrant Word. We endeavor to sing songs that direct our minds to biblical truth in a distinctly contemporary style, led by our worship team. Our dress is casual and we hope you will plan to hang around after the service for fellowship. NEXT STEPS 01 Contact Form Fill out this contact form so we can be expecting your arrival on Sunday! We want to meet you and your family! 02 Come to the welcome desk in the lobby When you visit Mars Hill, check in with one of our greeters so that we can meet you and show you around! 03 Get Connected If you enjoyed your visit, we would love for you to get connected in our church body! Segue is the best opportunity for you to meet our pastoral staff and ask questions about Mars Hill. Segue is a one-time event that provides prospective members the opportunity to hear staff and elders articulate the history, beliefs, and core values of the church. We offer regular Segue events throughout the year. Click the link below to register for the next Segue. Register for Segue

Meet The Team Mars Hill Community Church is guided by our Staff, guarded by our Elders and gifted by our Congregation. What this means in practicality is that our staff is responsible for communicating vision within their areas of responsibility, developing ministry plans to support that vision and managing the ongoing tasks within their roles. Our Elders have four primary areas of responsibility: guarding our vision and doctrine, financial oversight, church discipline and pastor accountability. Leadership at Mars Hill is not exclusive to the staff and elders. Our congregation is made up of a wide variety of men, women and students who lead and serve along with the staff and elders to make up the Body of Christ, which is the church. Our Staff TOM GRAY Senior Pastor Mail KIRK PRATT Executive Pastor Mail MATT RUSSELL Missions & Ministries Pastor Mail Adult Ministry AARON CRAWFORD Groups Pastor Mail Mail JIM BURT Vintage Pastor Mail CONNIE JENNINGS Women's Ministry Director Student Ministry MICHAEL PLEASANT Student Pastor Mail GRACIE EARNEST Student Ministry Associate Mail Children's Ministry DANIELLE HOLBROOK Elementary Director Mail Mail KATHLEEN PRATT Preschool Director MEGAN CASKEY Children's Ministry Creative Manager Mail Worship Ministry CHRIS MARTIN Worship Pastor Mail ETHAN BERGQUIST Worship Leader Mail TORRE STANFILL Worship Leader Mail Administrative Ministry JESSICA LESTER Executive Administrator Mail JEFF ACTON Facilities Manager Mail CAMERON McALLISTER Mail Communications Director Our Elders Please contact our entire elder team by emailing mhccelders@marshillcc.com Ken Cantrell Ryan Caskey Doug Dyson Tom Gray Kent Lilley Brett Pratt Kirk Pratt Matt Russell Phil Weinmeister

20s & 30s 20s & 30s Collective Our 20s & 30s Collective is a co-ed group that meets weekly in the Loft on Tuesday nights at 7:00 PM, currently studying Romans. Other social events take place on weekends and are listed under the group page in the Church Center App. This group is open to both singles and married couples throughout their 20s & 30s. Childcare is not available. Hill House Hill House is our monthly, young adult worship gathering. Come worship with us the last Friday of every month in the basement!

WINTER RETREAT 2026 Mars Hill Students Dates: February 20-22, 2026 Winter Retreat is an exciting weekend for our ministry at Teen Valley Ranch where students will hear biblical teaching from our guest speaker Josh Benfield, TVR’s Camp Director. Throughout the retreat students will grow in their faith through worship, deepen friendships in small groups, and enjoy skiing, tubing, and other much anticipated activities. This page provides everything you need to know including registration details, packing lists, safety information, and a full parent FAQ to help you prepare your student for a meaningful and memorable weekend. Register Here Parent Packet REGISTRATION DETAILS: Early Bird Registration: $200 (until January 5, 2026) Regular Registration: $250 Registration Closes: February 1, 2026 Payment & Forms Due: February 6, 2026 Refund Policy: No refunds will be given for cancellations after February 13, 2026. All deposits are non-refundable. PARENT FAQs Who can go? Winter Retreat is available for all 6th-12th Grade students. What is the cost and what does it cover? The early bird cost is $200 (with a $50 deposit due at registration). This covers transportation, lodging, meals at camp, activities, and a retreat hoodie. Regular registration is $250. When and where is Winter Retreat? We are headed to Teen Valley Ranch in Plumtree, NC from February 20-22, 2026. It is about a 5 ½ hour drive. When is drop-off? Please have students at the front of the church by 8:00 AM on Friday, February 20 for check-in. We will leave promptly at 8:30 AM. When is pick-up? We currently plan to arrive back at the church around 6:30 PM on Sunday, February 22. Parents will be notified via text message when we are on our way. Should students bring snacks? Students are encouraged to bring snacks for both the trip up and the trip back. We will stop for lunch on the way up Friday, but we will not stop for dinner on the way home Sunday. Is lunch provided on the way up Friday? We will stop for lunch at Haywood Mall in Greenville, SC. Students will need money to purchase lunch. This is the only meal they will be need to purchase. What do students do for the whole weekend? Throughout the weekend, students will experience worship, teaching sessions, and activities designed to build community and deepen their faith. On Saturday, high school students will venture to the slopes for an exciting eight hours of skiing, while our middle school students enjoy snow tubing at Jonas Ridge all in the North Carolina mountains. Students will also have the opportunity to partake in TVR’s campus activities such as horseback riding, archery & bb guns, putt putt, gaga ball, a game room, indoor courts & more. Where will skiing and tubing take place? Middle school will snow tube at Jonas Ridge and high school will ski at Beech Mountain. Can my student choose to not go skiing or tubing? While a student does not have to participate in skiing or tubing, they must travel with the group to their respective activity. To keep travel simple, middle & high school students will not be allowed to switch which off-site activity they go to. What if my child has never skied or tubed? If your child has never skied or tubed they will be fully supported throughout the experience. Middle schoolers who are tubing do not need any prior experience and leaders will guide them through the process. High school students who are skiing will be placed in appropriate groups based on experience and beginners will receive basic instruction before going on the slopes. Our leaders stay with students throughout the activity to ensure they feel safe and encouraged. Are lift tickets included? Lift tickets are included in the cost of registration. Can my high school student bring their skis or snowboard? Students may not bring their skis or snowboard. Ski rentals will be provided to all high school students. Do you provide helmets, ski bibs, goggles, etc.? Helmets, Ski bibs, and jackets are available to rent at an additional cost through the registration. Goggles and other items not listed are not available for rent. Who is the guest speaker? Josh Benfield is the Camp Director at Teen Valley Ranch. Josh has his Doctorate of Education from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and has been a bivocational pastor for 20+ years. What’s the rooming situation? We will be staying in large bunk-style cabins. Students should bring a sleeping bag or twin bedding along with a pillow. Rooming will be organized by grade and gender, though larger groups may be divided between multiple cabins. Each cabin will have chaperones present. Can students bring friends? Absolutely! Friends are welcome, even if they don’t normally attend our church. What if my student has never been to a retreat before or doesn’t know many people? Our leaders are intentional about connecting students who are new or may feel nervous. Between small groups, activities,and cabin life, students will quickly find a place to belong. What’s the Phone Policy? Students will not be allowed to have their phones during camp. We ask, if able, that parents take their child’s phone before we leave for the retreat. If students do bring their phone, we will be taking them as they check-in. We will return student’s phones after we arrive back to the church on Sunday. We understand there are medical accommodations and emergencies where a phone is needed and that is perfectly fine! Phones will be kept in the room with leaders in case of any necessary situations. Who are the leaders attending? Our retreat is led by our student ministry staff and small group leaders. All adult leaders are background-checked and trained to serve and care for students. What safety measures are in place? We maintain a safe adult-to-student ratio with leaders in each cabin and activity area. TVR provides trained staff for rec activities. Emergency procedures are in place and reviewed with leaders before the retreat. What about medical needs/medications? We will have a retreat nurse on site all weekend. All medications should be turned in at check-in on Friday, labeled clearly with instructions. The nurse will administer and track medications throughout the retreat. What happens if my student gets sick or injured? If your student becomes sick or injured they will be assessed immediately by our nurse. We will contact you promptly to explain the situation and discuss the best next steps. If additional care is needed we will arrange transportation to a local medical facility. Your student will be supervised and supported at all times to ensure their safety and comfort. What is your policy on homesickness? We understand that homesickness can happen, and our goal is to support students while helping them grow in maturity and confidence. If a student feels homesick our leaders will come alongside them, talk with them, and help them re-engage with their group and activities. We do not allow students to call home, as this often increases homesickness rather than easing it. Instead, our leaders provide encouragement, prayer, and consistent support until the student feels settled. If there is ever a true emergency or a situation that requires parental involvement, we will contact you directly. What about food allergies or dietary needs? TVR will accommodate many common dietary needs (gluten-free, nut-free, vegetarian, etc.). Please list your student’s dietary needs on the registration form. If you have specific concerns, contact us in advance so we can coordinate with the camp kitchen. What if I have a school activity during the weekend? We understand that students may have school or sports commitments during the retreat. Due to the distance of the retreat, we do not offer accommodations such as late drop off or early pickup. Students must attend for the entirety of the retreat. Can I get a refund if something happens and we are no longer able to attend? Partial refunds will be given ($50 deposit is non-refundable) up to February 13, 2026. No refund will be given after we pass the one-week out mark from the event departure date. What should I bring? Please view the parent packet above for a full packing list for the weekend. How will parents receive updates during the retreat? There will be one text update each day. We will also provide text updates when we depart and arrive to and from the retreat. How can I contact a staff member during the retreat if needed? Phone numbers for Student Pastor Michael Pleasant and Student Ministry Associate Gracie Earnest will be provided before the retreat. Please contact only through text during the retreat, emails will not be checked. Who can I contact for any additional questions? You can contact students@marshillcc.com (mailto:students@marshillcc.com)by email with any additional questions or concerns.