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As a disciple of Christ, Obedience to God's laws is vital

Text: Malachi 3:6 – 4:4 “As a Disciple of Christ, Obedience to God’s Laws is Vital” 1) Obedience in your Tithes & Offerings (v. 8 – 12) Psalm 24:1 – “The earth is the Lord’s and everything in it, the world and all who live in it.” 2) Obedience concerning the “fear of the Lord” (v. 13 – 18) Prov. 9:10 – “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom…” Psalm 103:17 – “But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear Him.” Psalm 61:5 – “For you have heard my vows O God; You have given me the heritage of those who fear Your Name.” John 14:23 – “Jesus replied, if anyone loves me, he will obey my teaching…”

9/11/11

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In an Insecure World Our Hope is Secure

“In an Insecure World Our Hope is Secure” 1 Cor. 13:13 What is “hope”? As a Noun – “To cherish a desire without any basis of expecting fulfillment” Text: Romans 15:4 – 13 2) Our Hope is secure because it is anchored in Him Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you HOPE and a future.” Lamentations 3:22 – 24 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is His faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, ‘the Lord is my inheritance; Therefore, I will hope in Him.” 3) Our Hope is secure as we put our TRUST in the Lord Psalm 42:5 – “Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.” Psalm 147:11 – “the Lord delights in those who fear Him, who put their Hope in His unfailing love.”

9/4/11

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THE RETURN OF CHRIST

THE RETURN OF CHRIST Luke 18:8 "...However, when the Son of Man comes, will He find FAITH on the earth?" Signs Of The End Matthew 24:1-3 please print NIV *False sense of security (Jeremiah 8:11 do not print) *Collapse of the culture (v2) *Only His disciples noticed (v3) Matthew 24:10-13 please print NIV and capitalize FAITH please Casualties Of The End Faith (v10) "Pistis" trust, with an implication that ACTIONS based on that trust may follow Love (v12) "Agape" the ACTIVE love God's people are to have for Him and others Romans 5:5 "...God has poured His LOVE into our hearts by the Holy Spirit Whom He has given us." Galatians 5:6a "For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision (outward conscientious religion) nor uncircumcision (disregard for religion) has any value. . . . Followers Or Disciples? Luke 22:54 "Arresting Jesus, they marched Him off and took Him into the house of the Chief Priest. Peter followed but at A SAFE DISTANCE." (TMB) *Physical comfort (v55) *Afraid of what others may think (v56) *He lied 3 times (v57,58&60) The Days Of Noah Matthew 24:37-39 "The Arrival of the Son of Man will take place in times like Noah's.Before the great flood everyone was carrying on as usual, having a good time right up to the day Noah boarded the Ark. They knew nothing---until the flood hit and swept everything away." (TMB) *Kingdom of God is eternal *Kingdom of this world is temporal Finding Faith Galatians 5:6b "...The only thing that counts is FAITH ("actions") expressing itself through LOVE ("active")." *Put aside the temporal (TV, magazines, internet, entertainment) (Eph 4:17) *Put on the eternal (Read the Word of God) (Rom 10:17) *Put aside worry about the temporal ($,popularity, pleasure, power) (Matt 6:33&34) *Put on prayer and memorizing the Word (Ephesians 4:17-32) *Put aside self-interest, self-comfort, self-pity, self-indulgement (Eph 4:19) *Put aside fear in giving (Matt 6:19-21) *Put on generosity (1Cor 16:1-2) *Seek out and befriend the lonely (Rom 15:1) *Throw a party and invite those who cannot pay you back (Luke 14:12-14) "However, when the Son of Man comes will He find FAITH on the earth?" Luke 18:8 The Answer Is In Your Hands!

8/21/11

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No Limits

Making Disciples to Touch The World No Limits Limits… Too young.. too old… too tired.. too sick… too busy…too short.. too ugly…. Too big… too little…. Not good enough… not smart enough.. not interested… not asked…. not called…. Hebrews 12:1-4 (NLT) 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. 2 We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne. 3 Think of all the hostility he endured from sinful people; then you won’t become weary and give up. 4 After all, you have not yet given your lives in your struggle against sin. Hebrew 12:1-4 (NASB) Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3 For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. 4 You have not yet resisted to the point of shedding blood in your striving against sin Amplified Bible (AMP) Hebrews 12 1 THEREFORE THEN, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who have borne testimony to the Truth], let us strip off and throw aside every encumbrance (unnecessary weight) and that sin which so readily (deftly and cleverly) clings to and entangles us, and let us run with patient endurance and steady and active persistence the appointed course of the race that is set before us, 2 Looking away [from all that will distract] to Jesus, Who is the Leader and the Source of our faith [giving the first incentive for our belief] and is also its Finisher [bringing it to maturity and perfection]. He, for the joy [of obtaining the prize] that was set before Him, endured the cross, despising and ignoring the shame, and is now seated at the right hand of the throne of God 3 Just think of Him Who endured from sinners such grievous opposition and bitter hostility against Himself [reckon up and consider it all in comparison with your trials], so that you may not grow weary or exhausted, losing heart and relaxing and fainting in your minds. 4 You have not yet struggled and fought agonizingly against sin, nor have you yet resisted and withstood to the point of pouring out your [own] blood. Hebrews 12:7,8 7 Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as his children. For what children are not disciplined by their father? 8 If you are not disciplined—and everyone undergoes discipline—then you are not legitimate, not true sons and daughters at all. 12 Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. 13 “Make level paths for your feet,” so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed. (NIV) 12 So take a new grip with your tired hands and strengthen your weak knees. 13 Mark out a straight path for your feet so that those who are weak and lame will not fall but become strong. (NLT) 14 Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. 15 See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. 1) Work at living in peace 2) Work at being Holy 3) Watch out for bitterness

8/14/11

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Perseverance

This week Pastor Steve talks about the importance of perseverance

7/17/11

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1 Thess series 6 Biblical Instructions for Daily Christian Living

Biblical Instructions for Daily Christian Living 1 Thessalonians Series # 6 Text: 1 Thess. 5:12 – 28 1) Respect the Spiritual Leaders who serve you (v. 12) Heb. 13:17- “Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be a joy, and not a burden, for that would be of no advantage to you.” 2) Hold Spiritual Leaders in High Regard in Love (v.13) 3) Live at Peace with others (v. 13 – 15) a) Warn the idle b) Encourage the timid & help the weak c) Be patient & kind with everyone (v.14) 4) Be Joyful always (v. 16) 5) Pray Continually (v. 17) 6) Give thanks in all circumstances (v. 18) 7) Be careful not to put out the Spirit’s fire (v. 19 – 21) Verse 21 – TEST EVERYTHING Acts 17:11 – “Now the Bereans were of more noble character than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true.” 8) Hold on to the good and avoid the evil (v. 21 – 22) 9) Remember that God is faithful (v. 24) 2 Tim. 2:13 – “If we are faithless, He will remain faithful…” Heb. 3:3 – “Are you so foolish? After beginning with the Spirit, are you now trying to attain your goal by human effort?” Psalm 33:4 – “For the Word of the Lord is right and true, He is faithful in all He does.

6/26/11

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1 Thess Series 5 Jesus is the Soon coming King

“Are you looking forward to the Coming of the Lord?” 1 Thessalonians Series # 5 1) The Coming of the Lord is “hope for the hopeless” (4:13 – 18) a) We don’t have to grieve for them because they’re coming with Jesus (v. 14) 2 Cor. 5:1 – 10, Phil. 1:23, Luke 23:43, Heb. 9:27 b) Three distinct sounds when the Lord appears (v. 16) c) We will be “Caught up” to meet the Lord in the Air (v. 17) John 14:3 – “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am” 2) The Coming of the Lord should not be a surprise for those who are prepared (5:1 – 11) a) We’re not to worry about the dates & times (v. 1) b) Like a thief in the night c) We should be “alert” and not sleeping d) Preparation means living a “self-controlled” life in faith, love & hope (v. 8) e) We should be “encouraging each other” with this “hope” (4:18 & 5:11) Matt. 24:30 – 31 – “At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and all the nations of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of the sky, with power and great glory. And he will send his angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of the heavens to the other.”

6/19/11

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1 Thess Series 4 The Things That Disciples of Christ Do

“The Things that Disciples of Christ Do” 1 Thessalonians Series # 4 1) Disciples of Christ live to please God (v. 1 – 2) Heb. 11:5 – “…For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God.” John 8:29 – “The one who sent me is with me; He has not left me alone, for I always do what pleases Him.” 2) Disciples of Christ do their best to live a sanctified life (v. 3 – 8) where we get our English word for “pornography.” 1 Cor. 6:18, 19 – “Flee from sexual immorality…do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God?” You are not your own; you were bought with a price. Therefore honor God with your body.” 1 Cor. 6:9 – 11 “Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor male prostitutes nor homosexual offenders, nor thieves nor greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God. And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.” Heb. 13:4 – “Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the Sexually immoral.” Gal. 5:22, 23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is …..self-control…” Job 31:1 – “I made a covenant with my eyes not to look lustfully at a girl.” Learning to Control your own body: a) Rely on the guidance of the Spirit in you b) Make a covenant with your eyes c) Ask for forgiveness in your daily prayers 3) Disciples of Christ are increasing daily in their love for others (v. 9 – 10) 4) Disciples of Christ live a life that gains the respect of outsiders (v. 11 – 12) b) Mind your own business c) Work with your hands Our standard of living is HIGHER! We have to be careful of what we do, How we live and what we see…

6/12/11

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Guest David Wilson June 5, 2011

6/5/11

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Youth Sunday

5/29/11

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1 Thess Series 3 How is your Faith doing

“How is your Faith doing?” 1 Thessalonians Series # 3 Text: 1 Thess. 3:6 – 13 Timothy comes back from Thessalonica with two things to report: 1) Does your “faith” in the Lord encourage others? (v. 7, 8) a) Your faith in Christ as a believer will be tested Eph. 6:11 – 15 “The Armor of God” V. 11 – “…so you can take your stand against the devil…” V. 13 – “…so you may be able to stand your ground…” V. 14 – “Stand firm then…” 2 Thess. 2:15 – “So then brothers, stand firm and hold to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter.” b) Trials of many kinds will always test your faith. James 1:2, 3 – “Count it all joy brothers whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance…” Paul’s Prayer V. 10 - 13: Greek word means to “adjust, equip or furnish” Used in Mark 1:19 for “Mending or preparing the nets” for fishing C) That their love would increase and overflow toward others D) That God would strengthen their hearts so they will be blameless & holy when He returns 2) Does your “faith” in the Lord overflow with “love” toward others? (v. 12) 1 Thess. 4:9, 10

5/22/11

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1 Thess Series 2 Growing Daily as a Disciple of Christ

“Growing Daily as a Disciple of Christ” 1 Thessalonians Series # 2 Text: 1 Thess. 2:10 – 3:5 1) Growing in our ability to walk worthy of God as “called ones” v. 10 – 12 2 Cor. 1:3, 4 – “…the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves received from God.” 2) Growing in our appreciation of the Word v. 13 – 16 a) The Living Word Greek word for “Word” used here is “logos” b) The Written Word – 2 Tim. 3:16 Matt. 4:4, Psa. 19:7 – 9, Psa. 119:105, 3) Growing in our understanding of Satan’s Road blocks v. 17 – 20 2 Cor. 2:11 – “…in order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware if his schemes.” 4) Growing in our desire to strengthen & encourage others when they need it the most - v. 3:1 – 5 V. 2 – To strengthen & encourage them in their faith V. 3 – So that no one would be unsettled by the trials they were experiencing 1 Cor. 10:13 – “No temptation (or trial) has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted (or tried) beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted (or tried) he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.” Heb. 3:13 “…encourage one another daily…”

5/15/11

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Phil Series 5 Things to Learn as a Disciple of Christ

“Things to Learn as a Disciple of Christ” Philippians Series Part # 5 Text: Phil. 4:1 – 23 1) Learn how to “disagree – agreeably” with brothers & sisters in the Lord (v. 1 – 3) 2) Learn how to “rejoice” in all situations of life (v. 4 – 9) How do we do this? a) With the fruit of “gentleness”- v. 5 (Gal. 5:23) b) With “prayer” not anxiousness (v. 6) c) With “good thinking” (v. 8) Provbs. 23:7 – “For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he…” There’s Right Praying (v. 6, 7), Right Thinking (v. 8), and Right Living (v. 9) 3) Learning true “contentment” in every day life (v. 10 – 13) 4) Learn how to be “giver & receiver” (v. 14 – 23) a) The Apostle Paul lived to see this in his own life

5/1/11

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Why Should Christians Celebrate Passover

Why should Christians Celebrate Passover? The Importance of Passover Text: Exodus 12:1 – 14, 24 – 27 1) What Passover is and how they were to celebrate it? (v. 1 – 13, 16) a) Celebration is to be the first month of the year (Nisan) b) On 10th day of this month, each household would select a one-year old lamb without any blemishes. c) On the 14th day of this month, the lamb was killed in the evening d) The blood of the lamb was to be put on the two side posts and on the upper door-post of the houses. e) The lamb was to be roasted with fire, his head with his legs, and no bones broken. f) The lamb was to eaten with unleavened bread and with bitter herbs g) None of the lamb was to remain all that was not eaten was to be burnt with fire. h) They were to eat the meal with their shoes on and staff in their hands, in haste. i) This feast day was declared a memorial to be kept forever. (v. 14) 2) Passover was celebrated and remembered through out the Bible In the New Testament Acts 12:1 – 4 1 Cor. 5:7 Heb. 11:28 3) Jesus Celebrated the Passover along with the Triumphal entry Luke 2:41 John 2:13, 23 Mark 14:12 – 16 John 12:1, 12 4) Jesus is our Passover Lamb Seder means “order” the traditional Seder Passover Order Begin with the “cup of sanctification” The Karpas (usually Parsley) Three pieces of Matzah The Reading/Telling of the Story Exodus 12:1 – 14 The second cup “cup of deliverance” Jesus came to be our deliverer! A Specific blessing for the Matzah blessing over the bitter herb After the meal is eaten, the children are to search for Afikoman and bring it back for a ransom (a gift) The third cup of wine “cup of redemption” The New Covenant which represented HIS BLOOD as the price paid for our redemption! Romans 6:6 – “For we know that our old self was crucified with Him so that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin…” Romans 6:6 – “For we know that our old self was crucified with Him so that the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin…” Romans 6:22 – “But now that you have been set from sin and have become slaves to God, the benefit you reap leads to Holiness, and the result is eternal life.” Eph. 1:7 – “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace” 1 Cor. 5:7 – “Get rid of the old yeast that you may be a new batch without yeast – as you really are.

4/17/11

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Phil series 4 Taking on the Mature Christian View

“Taking on the Mature Christian View” As Disciples of Christ Philippians Series Part # 4 Text: Phil. 3:12 – 21 1) That we never stop growing as a disciple of Christ (v. 12 – 13) Greek word for “perfect & mature” is – “teleiois” which means “to bring to completion” Two things to consider with this mature view: a) “Press on” (v. 12, 14) b) “Take hold” (v. 12, 13) 1) Concentrate on doing the “one thing” (v. 13) 2) Concentrate on doing the “one thing” (v. 13) Psalm 27:4 – “One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.” a) By forgetting what is behind (v. 13) Luke 9:62 – “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the Kingdom of God.” (Jesus said this) Heb. 10:17 & Jer. 31:34 “I will remember their sins no more…” We cannot change the past, but we can change the meaning of the past Gen. 45 b) And straining toward what is ahead (v. 13) To look forward and ahead means keeping your eyes on Jesus! Heb. 12:1, 2 – “Therefore since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith…” c) And by living up to what we have already attained (v. 16) Eph. 4:1 – “I, therefore a prisoner of the Lord, urge you to walk worthy of the calling you have received.” 3) Don’t live as an enemy of the Cross, but as a citizen of Heaven (v. 18 – 21) Enemies of the Cross a) their destiny is destruction b) their god is their stomach c) their glory is in their shame d) their mind is on earthly things Luke 10:20 Phil. 4:3 Earth is not our Home Jesus is preparing a new home for us John 14:2

4/3/11

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Phil. series 2 How do we Grow in True Humility

Text: Phil. 2:1 – 11 1) Recognize we have some common denominators as Christians (v. 1 -3) • Encouragement – from being united with Christ • Comfort – from His Love •Fellowship – with the Spirit • Tenderness and Compassion How do we become “like-minded, have the same love, become one in spirit and Purpose?” 2) Grow in your ability to put “others first” (v. 3 – 5) Rom. 12:10 – “Be devoted (prefer –KJV) to one another” Gal. 6:2 – “Carry each other’s burdens” Rom. 14:13 – “Don’t judge one another” 1 Thess. 5:11 – “encourage one another and build each other up” Jesus Others You 4) Growing in our ability to be a “servant” like Christ (v. 7, 8) “attitude” greek word – “Phronesis” means mind-set and refers to not only one’s thought process but also to the emotion and attitudes as well as the ensuing lifestyle that proceeds from them. a) He emptied Himself – become nothing (v. 7) Greek word – “Kenosis” describing the self-emptying of Christ at the very least means He gave up certain prestige, privileges and power… b) He became human – in a sinless physical body (v. 8) c) He took His physical body to the Cross and willingly died “Is it costing you anything to be a Christian?” It cost Christ everything… 5) The result from walking in True humility is “Glory to God” (v. 9 – 11) John 17:1 – “Father, the time has come.” Glorify your Son that your Son may glorify You.” Romans 14:11 I Peter 5:5, 6 – “…all of you be submissive to one another and be clothed with Humility for ‘God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’ Therefore, humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time.”

3/6/11

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3 Things A Disciple of Christ Needs

3 Things A Disciple of Christ Needs Making Disciples to Touch the World 1) A disciple of Christ needs to grow in his/her ability to “discern” Phil. 1:9, 10 1 Cor. 12:10 “...to another discerning of spirits…” 1 Cor. 2:14 – “The man without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them because they are spiritually discerned.” Heb. 5:14 “But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil.” 2) A Disciple of Christ needs to grow in “wisdom” Provbs. 2:6 – “For the Lord gives wisdom, and from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” James 1:5 –“If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.” 3) A Disciple of Christ needs to grow in the Power of the Holy Spirit Acts 6:3 – “…choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom…” 1) A Disciple of Christ needs to grow in his/her ability to “discern” 2) A Disciple of Christ needs to grow in “wisdom”

2/20/11

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Chris Dakas

2/13/11

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Phil series 1 Where our Real JOY comes From

“Where our Real JOY comes From” Book of Philippians Series # 1 Text: Phil. 1:1 – 30 1) “Joy” comes when we Pray for other believers (v. 4, 18, 19) His prayer with “Joy” for them is two-fold: (v. 9 –11) a) That their “Love” will continue to grow b) Being pure, blameless & filled with the fruit of righteousness, they would have discernment 2) “Joy” comes when we realize the Word of God continues to be preached no matter where we’re at or what we’re going through (v. 12 – 18) 3) “Joy” comes when you realize others are praying for you (v. 18b – 20) Their prayers gave Paul two things while he was in prison: a) Assurance of his deliverance V. 19b Greek word here for “help” “epichoregias” - carries the meaning of support much like a ligament provides support in a physical body. b) Courage to accept the outcome of his circumstance 4) “Joy” comes when we realize that doing God’s will on earth will bring fruitfulness and “Joy” to those in whom God uses us to touch (v. 21 – 26) 2 Corin. 5:1 – 10 To be with Jesus is much better than anything on this planet! 5) “Joy” comes and is available to us, when we realize that we will partake in Christ’s suffering (v. 27 – 30) Matt. 5:10 – “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven.” I Peter 5:10 – “And the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” James 1:2, 3 – “Consider it pure ‘Joy’ my brothers whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.” I Cor. 10:13 – “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.” Real “Joy” comes from the Lord

2/6/11

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Prayer, Where Powers Collide

1/30/11

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Making Disciples To Touch The World Through Prayer and Devotion

Making Disciples  To Touch the World Through Prayer and Devotion Prayer Scripture Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful - Colossians 4:2 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. – Philippians 4:6 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. –James 5:16 Devotion Scripture “And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge the God of your father, and serve him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands every desire and every thought. If you seek him, he will be found by you; but if you forsake him, he will reject you forever. – 1 Chronicles 28:9 I am saying this for your own good, not to restrict you, but that you may live in a right way in undivided devotion to the Lord. – 1 Corinthians 7:35 And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God – Titus 2:12 1) Have a spiritual goal for your devotion and prayer 1 So get rid of all evil behavior. Be done with all deceit, hypocrisy, jealousy, and all unkind speech. 2 Like newborn babies, you must crave pure spiritual milk so that you will grow into a full experience of salvation. Cry out for this nourishment, 3 now that you have had a taste of the Lord’s kindness. – 1 Peter 2 (NLT) Hebrews 12 2) It’s a Process Psalm 16:11 (NTL) You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever. Psalm 73:23-28 (NTL) 23 Yet I still belong to you;  you hold my right hand 24 You guide me with your counsel,  leading me to a glorious destiny. 25 Whom have I in heaven but you?  I desire you more than anything on earth. 26 My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever. 3) Have a plan and don’t give up! 2 Peter 1:3-10 (New Living Translation) 3 By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. 4 And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires. 5 In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God’s promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge, 6 and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with patient endurance, and patient endurance with godliness, 7 and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love for everyone. 8 The more you grow like this, the more productive and useful you will be in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 But those who fail to develop in this way are shortsighted or blind, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their old sins. 10 So, dear brothers and sisters,[c] work hard to prove that you really are among those God has called and chosen. Do these things, and you will never fall away. 11 Then God will give you a grand entrance into the eternal Kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. S.O.A.P.

1/23/11

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How To Pray

1/16/11

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The Importance of Prayer

“Why Pray? The Importance   of Prayer”   1) Because Jesus Prayed  Mark 1:35 – “Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place where He prayed.” Luke 4:42 Luke 5:16 – “But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” Mark 14:32 – “They went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to   His disciples, ‘sit here while I pray.”   Matt. 26:36 & Luke 22:39 2) Because the Bible tells us to Pray  Psalm 32:6 – “Therefore let everyone who is godly pray to You while You may be found….” Matt. 6:6 – “But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to Your Father who is unseen. Then Your Father who sees what is done in secret will reward you.”  Luke 18:1 –“Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.”   I Thess. 5:16, 17 –  “Be joyful always;  Pray continually…” (NIV) KJV – Pray without ceasing  3) Because Prayer keeps us Prepared or in Preparedness   Prayer prepares us and equips us for what He’s about to do. Acts 1 Psalm 27:14 – “Wait for the Lord;  be strong and take heart and   wait for the Lord.”   Isa. 30:18 – “Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; He rises to show you compassion. For the Lord is a God of Justice. Blessed are all who wait for Him.”   4) Because God responds to  our Prayers  Psalm 4:3 – “Know that the Lord has set apart the godly for Himself; the  Lord will hear when I call to Him.”   I Chron. 5:20 – “….because they cried out to Him during the battle. He   answered their prayers because they trusted in Him.”   Gen. 18:22 – 33 Jonah 2:1,2 From inside the fish Jonah prayed to the Lord his God. He said: In my distress I called to the Lord and He answered me.   I John 5:14, 15 – “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know He hears us – whatever we ask – we know that we   have what we asked of Him.”   2 Chron. 7:14 – “If my people who are called by my name, will humble themselves and PRAY and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I HEAR from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

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The Other Two Reasons Jesus Came to Earth

“The Other Two Reasons Jesus Came to Earth” Text: Acts 10:37, 38 1) To deliver us from the power of Satan and destroy the devil’s work Acts 26:17, 18 – “I will rescue you from your own people and from the gentiles. I am sending you to them to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me.” I John 3:8 – “He who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work.” John 10:10 – “The thief comes only to steal, kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” (NIV) Jer. 30:17 – “But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the LORD…..” Hebrew word for health means – “wholeness & soundness” 2) To bring “healing” to those in need (Acts 10:38) Matt. 4:23 – “Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the Kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people.” Ezek. 34:4 – “You have not strengthened the weak or healed the sick or bound up the injured……” Matt. 9:35, 36 – “Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the Kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. When He saw the crowds, He had compassion on them………like sheep without a shepherd.” Matt. 10:7, 8 –“As you go, preach this message: The Kingdom of heaven is near. Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have receive, freely give.” Jesus came to earth to destroy the works of the devil and to bring healing

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A Step That Made the Difference

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Christmas 2010

Text: Luke 2:4 – 20 Acts 2:17, 21 – “In the last days God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people…….and everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” 1) He came for Everyone! (v. 10) 1) He came to bring us “Peace” (v. 14) The Hebrew word used here for peace is “Shalom” 1) He came to be our Savior (v. 11) 2 Cor. 6:2 – “….now is the time of God’s favor, today is the day of salvation.”

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Book of Esther Series 9 How the Lord Protects His People

“How the Lord Protects His People”   Book of Esther Series # 9 Text: Esther 9:1 – 10:3 Psalm 20:1 – “May the Lord answer you in the day of trouble; May the name of the God of Jacob defend you.” (KJV)  NIV – uses the word “protect”   John 17:11 – “I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of your Name – the Name you gave me…..” 1) God protects those who live and trust in the  “fear of the Lord” (v. 3, 4)   Gen. 35: 5  Joshua 2:8 – 11  Josh. 5:1, 9:24 Deut. 2:25 – “This very day I will begin to put terror and fear of you on all the nations under heaven. They will hear reports of you and will tremble….” Rom. 3:18 – “There is no fear of God before their eyes.”   Phil. 1:28 – “Don’t be intimidated in any way by your enemies. This is a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that you are going to be saved, even by God Himself.” (NLT)   God protects those who exercise “self-control” and not “retaliation” Rom. 12:17 – 19 Josh. 7 – the Story of Achan “Vengeance is mine, says the Lord.” Rom. 12:19 Heb. 10:30, 31   God’s protection does not come to those who are seeking “vindication” (v. 13 , 14) 4) God protects those who speak up for the “shalom” of their people and city (10:3)   The word “welfare” (KJV – peace) is the Hebrew word – “Shalom” Shalom: Wholeness, Completeness, Health, Security, Justice, prosperity Jer. 29:7 – “Seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.”  5) God’s protection brings a continued celebration of Remembrance  (v. 18 – 32)   Why we Celebrate “Christmas” Why we celebrate “Communion”

12/5/10

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Gossip v Godly

Proverbs 18:8 8 The words of a gossip are like choice morsels;   they go down to the inmost parts. Proverbs 20:19 19 A gossip betrays a confidence;   so avoid anyone who talks too much. Proverbs 26:20 20 Without wood a fire goes out;   without a gossip a quarrel dies down. 1 Corinthians 12:20 20 As it is, there are many parts, but one body

11/28/10

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Book of Esther Series 8 Reasons for Joy and Thanksgiving

“Reasons for Joy and Thanksgiving” Book of Esther Series # 8  Text: Esther 8:1 – 17 1) Because someone is interceding before God’s throne for You! (v. 1 – 6) Dan. 6:8 – “Now, O King, issue the decree and put it in writing so that it cannot be altered – in accordance with the laws of Medes and Persians which cannot be repealed.” a) The importance of God’s people interceding for each other is extremely important!   Eph. 6:18 – “…..be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.” Psa. 122:6 “pray for the peace of Jerusalem, they shall prosper those  who love thee.”   Luke 18:1 – “…..to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” Luke 6:28 – “bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.” 1 Tim. 2:1 – “I urge then, first of all that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone – for Kings and all those in authority…”  b) The importance of realizing that Jesus and the Holy Spirit intercede for us!  Rom. 8:26 – “…the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express….the Spirit intercedes for all the saints….” Heb. 7:25 – “Therefore He is able to save completely those who come to God through Him, because He always lives to intercede for them.”   Because God is a God of Justice (v. 7 – 15) Psa. 9:16 –“The Lord is known by His Justice: the wicked are ensnared by the work of their hands.” Isa. 30:18 – “……For the Lord is a God of Justice; blessed are all who  wait for Him.”  3) Because others are attracted to God when they see your “joy” (v. 15 – 17) Rom. 15:13 – “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”   A.W. Tozer – “Christians owe it to the world to be supernaturally joyful” 

11/21/10

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Book of Esther Series 7 How do we Respond When God's Timing Occurs

“How do we respond when God’s timing occurs?”  Book of Esther Series # 7   Text: Esther 7:1 – 10 1) Patience and composure are important when responding to God’s timing (v. 1 – 4)  2) Honor and humility are important when responding to God’s timing (v. 3, 4) Phil. 2:3 – “…..but in humility consider others better than yourselves.” Prov. 16:3, 4 – “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.   The Lord works out everything for His own ends, even the wicked  for a day of disaster.”  3) Forthright and Boldness are important when responding to God’s timing (v. 6)   4) God doesn’t always respond to our timing but He does respond to our Crisis/Need  Isa. 55:8 “…..your ways are not my ways, says the Lord.”   Isa. 65:24 – “Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear.” 2 Chron. 7:14 – “If my people who are called by my name, will humble themselves   and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive   their sin and will heal their land.”  

11/14/10

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Book of Esther Series 6 Do You Notice When God is at Work

“Do you notice when God’s at Work?”   Book of Esther Series # 6   Text: Esther 6:1 – 14 1) Even when you think God is doing nothing, God’s working the night shift (v. 1 – 5)   “Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown” written by “Shakespeare” Solomon said – “….the abundance of a rich man permits him no sleep.” Ecc. 5:12 “…He who watches over you will not slumber…..will neither slumber nor sleep” Psalm 121:3, 4 “But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son….” Gal. 4:4    “a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil” Prov. 6:18  “There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the Lord” Prov. 21:30 2) If you don’t notice when God’s at work, He is noticing YOU! (v. 6 – 12 )   a) Mordecai doesn’t say  anything to Haman “God is not unjust; He will not forget your work and the love you have shown Him as you have helped His people and continue to help them.” Heb. 6:10 b) Mordecai goes back to his same position at the King’s gate “You keep track of all my sorrows.  You have  collected all  my tears in Your  bottle. You have recorded each one in Your book.” Psalm 56:8 (NLT)   3) If you’re noticing when God’s at work, are you hearing when  He speaks? (v. 12 – 14)   “The righteous man is rescued from trouble, and it comes on the wicked instead. Prov. 11:8 Are we hearing what God is saying to us even when we don’t notice He’s working?  When God sounds an alarm do  we hear it?  Urgency to Pray!

11/7/10

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Book of Esther Series 5 Courage to do things God's Way

“Courage to do things  God’s Way”  Book of Esther Series # 5   Text: Esther 5:1 – 14 1) When you have to do something that requires “courage” it will benefit YOU if you seek the Lord first before you do it.  (Ch. 4:16 – 5:1)   Provbs. 21:1 – “The King’s heart is in the hand of the Lord; He directs it like a  watercourse wherever He pleases.”   2) When you seek God for courage look for Him to open doors (v. 2, 3)  Provbs. 16:7  “When a man’s ways are pleasing to the Lord, He makes even his enemies live at peace with him.”   3) Sometimes the Courage God gives you is the ability to be patient in allowing Him to work His will through a situation. (v. 4 – 7) God’s Timing is everything ! 4) Courage from the Lord operates completely opposite of  “pride” and “malice” (v. 9 -14)   John 3:27 – “A man can receive nothing except it be given him from heaven.”   Provbs. 8:13 – “To fear the Lord is to hate evil; I hate pride and arrogance, evil behavior and perverse speech…” Provbs. 5:21 – 23 “For the Lord sees clearly what a man does, examining every path he takes. An evil man is held captive by his own sins; they are ropes that catch and hold him. He will die for lack of self-control; he will be lost because of his great foolishness.”   Courage to patiently do things God’s Way

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Syd and Liz

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Pastor Grace

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Book of Esther Series 4 Does God want YOU to take a Stand

“Does God want YOU to take a Stand?” Book of Esther Series # 4  Text: Esther 4:1 – 17   Neh. 9:1 -2, 2 Sam. 1: 11 – 12 1) God works through people we may think are insignificant  in order to meet the need (v. 6)   2 Kings 5 – Naaman with leprosy John 6 – boy with 5 loaves & 2 fish Mark 2 – 4 guys who helped paralytic Mordecai responds in 3 ways: a) When God asks you to take a stand there will most likely be a risk (v. 12) b) When you don’t take a stand, God will accomplish His purpose through another source (v. 14) James 4:17 - “to him who knows to good and does not do it, to him it is sin” Gen. 50:20 c) Maybe the reason you’re in the position you have is so you can make a difference (v. 14) 2) Are you willing to cooperate with God in being part of the answer by taking a stand?  (v. 15 -17)  Esther was willing to “Fast” Isaiah 58 If I perish, I perish I’ll do God’s will whatever the cost Ezek. 22:30 – “….I searched for someone to stand in the gap in the wall so I wouldn’t have to destroy the land, but I found no one.” Do you believe “one person” can make a difference? One person did make a difference for all mankind God wants to partner with you in helping you to make a stand to accomplish His will for His people

10/3/10

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Book of Esther Series 3 God sees everything in our World

“God sees everything in our World?”  Book of Esther Series # 3  Text: Esther 2:19 – 3:15 Prov. 15:3 – “The eyes of the Lord are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good.” 1) God sees the good deeds you do for others even when others don’t  (v. 19 – 23)   Prov. 13:21 – “Evil pursues sinners, but to the righteous, good shall be repaid” (NKJV)   2) God sees when you make a stand for  what is right  (v. 1 – 6)   Exo. 17 I Sam. 15 Mordecai stood up for what was right no matter what the outcome would be 3) God sees what’s  in your heart  (v. 7 – 15)   Matt. 5:22 – “…anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment…” Eph. 4:31, 32 – “Get rid of all bitterness, rage & anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

9/26/10

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Book of Esther Series 2 Is God really in Control of everything in our World?

“Is God really in Control of everything in our World?”  Book of Esther Series # 2  Text: Esther 2:1 – 18 1) God is in control of the decisions of Kings, Presidents & Rulers   Provbs. 21:1 – “The King’s heart is in the hand of the Lord; He directs it like watercourse wherever He pleases.” Romans 13:1 – “….there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.”   Now we learn of some information about “Esther”  a) She was from the tribe of Benjamin She was an orphan c) She was raised by her older cousin “Mordecai” 2) When God’s in Control of things it doesn’t matter how insignificant you think you are Her Jewish name was “Hadassah” – means “myrtle” Her Persian name (probably given) was “Esther” – means “star”   3) When God is in control of our lives His “favor” is upon us (v. 9, 15, 17) A) Esther wasn’t seeking this position V. 8  B) In spite of this, Esther listened & followed advice C) Esther exercised restraint & Control How do you respond when you’re in situations that are beyond your control?   Do you see or notice God’s  favor during those times?  Is God really in control of your life  in those times?   Provbs. 16:9 – “We make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.”

9/19/10

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THY KINGDOM COME

THY KINGDOM COME MAT 28:19 Your Words   1. Watch over your words  PROV 4:23-27 MSG 23Keep vigilant watch over your heart; that's where life starts. Don't talk out of both sides of your mouth; avoid careless banter, white lies, and gossip. Keep your eyes straight ahead; ignore all sideshow distractions. Watch your step, and the road will stretch out smooth before you. Look neither right nor left; leave evil in the dust.   PROV 4:20-22 MSG Dear friend, listen well to my words; tune your ears to my voice. THY KINGDOM COME MAT 28:19 Your Words   1. Watch over your words  PROV 4:23-27 MSG 23Keep vigilant watch over your heart; that's where life starts. Don't talk out of both sides of your mouth; avoid careless banter, white lies, and gossip. Keep your eyes straight ahead; ignore all sideshow distractions. Watch your step, and the road will stretch out smooth before you. Look neither right nor left; leave evil in the dust.   PROV 4:20-22 MSG Dear friend, listen well to my words; tune your ears to my voice. Keep my message in plain view at all times. Concentrate! Learn it by heart! Those who discover these words live, really live; body and soul, they're bursting with health. What Would Wake Your Spouse, Children, Friend, and Neighbor Say You Were Left Behind? PROV 12:18 MSG Rash language cuts and maims, but there is healing in the words of the wise. my message in plain view at all times. Concentrate! Learn it by heart! Those who discover these words live, really live; body and soul, they're bursting with health. What Would Wake Your Spouse, Children, Friend, and Neighbor Say You Were Left Behind? PROV 12:18 MSG Rash language cuts and maims, but there is healing in the words of the wise.

9/12/10

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Book of Esther Series 1 God’s hand on our lives in spite of Us

“God’s hand on our lives in spite of Us” Book of Esther Series 1  Text: Esther 1:1 – 22 Facts about the book of Esther No mention of God in the entire book No mention of the Law, sacrifices , offerings or prayer as referred to We don’t know who the author is? some suggest Ezra or Nehemiah The Jewish people were supposed to leave and return to Jerusalem Jer. 29:10 – “…after 70 years I will bring you back…” Jer. 50:8, 51:6 – “Flee Babylon…. Isa. 48:20 – “Leave Babylon with shouts of Joy…”   1) You shouldn’t make decisions that affect others’ lives out of anger, embarrassment or when you’re intoxicated. I Pet. 5:8 – “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as roaring lion, walks about seeking whom he may devour.”  2) You Shouldn’t live out God’s will and Word for the wrong reasons   I Cor. 11:3 & Eph. 5:23 – Man/ husband is head over woman/wife   I Pet. 3:7 – “Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of this gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers.” 3) As a child of God, His will takes place in our lives in spite of our circumstances  Provbs. 19:21 – “Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose   that prevails.”  Isa. 55:8 – “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways, my ways, declares the Lord.”

9/5/10

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Disciples of Christ are Baptized Gospel of Mark Series 21

Disciples of Christ are “Baptized” Gospel of Mark Series 21  Text: Mark 16:15 – 16 Matt. 28:19 – “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name  of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit….”   Greek word – “Baptizo” – means “to dip or immerse”    Why is it important for Disciples of Christ to be baptized? 1) To show that you have received forgiveness of your sins – Acts 2:38   “…Each of you must repent of your sins, turn to God, and be baptize in the name of Jesus Christ to show that you have received forgiveness for your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” (NLT)  Mark 1:5 Happens in two ways a) Repenting of your sins – you come knowing you are sinner in need of forgiveness b) Turning to God – showing your need for Him in your life 2) Is that you identify with the Lord Jesus as your Savior/Christ Romans 6:3, 4 “Or don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into His death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” (NIV) 3) To receive the power of the Holy Spirit through Christ baptism Acts 2:38 “…….then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Acts 19:1 – 7  Mark 1:8 – “I baptize you with water, but He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit”  Acts 1:4 – 8 Luke 11:13 – “If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him.”

8/29/10

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Youth Service

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As Disciples of Christ do you understand Go Gospel of Mark Series 20

As Disciples of Christ do you understand “Go?” Gospel of Mark Series 20 Text: Mark 16:15 - 20 People were instructed to “Go” through out God’s Word Gen. 12:1 I Kings 18:1 Exo. 3:10 I Kings 19:15 Judges 4:6 Jer. 1:7, 2:1 Judges 6:14 Acts 9:11 Acts 9:15 “ya’lak” - means to walk, bear, bring, carry away, come away, depart, lead forth, cause to run, spread or take away “poreuomai” - means to travel, depart, go away, go forth, one’s way to journey or walk Signs will accompany you as you “Go” (v. 17, 20) a) Signs would follow those who “believe” and are “baptized” Acts 28:3 - 6 Matt. 4:5 - 7 You shouldn’t “Go” unless the Lord tells you to “Go” We are all commanded to “Go” and share the good news The Gospel is the good news that God loves the world I Corin. 15:1 - 4 The Auburn Church Plant Saturday Nights 6pm Beginning Sept. 18th, 2010 We all are responsible AS DISCIPLES OF CHRIST to “GO”

8/8/10

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As a Disciple of Christ how is your devotion to the Lord Part 2 Gospel of Mark Series 18

“As a Disciple of Christ how is your devotion to the Lord” (Part # 2)   Gospel of Mark Series # 18 Text: Mark 14:32 – 72 Does your devotion to the Lord go beyond  your will? (v.32 – 42) John 8:38 – “For I have come down from heaven not to do my will but to do the will of Him who sent me.” Provb. 19:21 – “Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” Matt. 7:21 – “Not everyone who says “Lord, Lord” will enter the Kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.” 2) Are you willing to remain “loyal” and devoted when others are not? (v.43 – 65) Jesus loves you and knows your heart even at times when you’re not devoted to Him   (v.66 – 72) 3) Jesus loves you and knows your heart even at times when you’re not devoted to Him (v.66 – 72) 1 Peter 4:19 – “…those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.” 2 Tim. 2:13 – “If we are faithless, He will remain faithful….”

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As a Disciple of Christ are you aware of the signs of the times

“As a Disciple of Christ are you aware of the signs of the times” Gospel of Mark Series # 16 Text: Mark 13:1 – 36 “Signs” to look for concerning the end of time a) The Beginning v. 5 -13 1) Watch out for false prophets v. 5, 6 2) Wars & rumors of wars  v. 7 – 8 Earthquakes & Famines  v. 8 How are believers to respond to these signs: Be on your guard - why? Because you’ll be persecuted I Thess. 5:9 Rev. 7:9 (b) The Gospel must be preached to all nations (v. 10) Stand firm till the end (v. 13) b) The Middle of the Tribulation (v. 14 – 19) 1) Abomination that causes desolation – Daniel 9:27, 11:31, 12:11 2) Days of distress unequaled since creation (v. 19) c) At the end of the Tribulation period (v. 20 -27) The Sky will be shaken (v. 24 – 25) Jesus will return through the clouds (v. 26) I Thess. 4:16 – 18 d) When you see these things happening (v. 29) This generation will not pass away? (v.30) Mark 8:12, 38; Mark 9:19 No one knows the day or hour when He will return  (v. 32) (a) Keep Watch (v.35) Notice how many times Jesus says this: v. 5, 9, 23, 29, 33, 34, 35, 37 (b) Keep doing your assigned task (v. 34) 2 Peter  3:8 -15 “God has everything under control” David Wilkerson TODAY is the day of Salvation 2 Cor. 6:2

7/11/10

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What Happens when you remove God

“What Happens when you remove God?” Text: 2 Chron. 7:12 – 22, 15:1 – 15 “…..that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness…” 2 Tim. 3:2 - …”in the last days, men will be lovers of themselves…… not lovers of God” 2 Chron. 12:14 Matt. 6:33 – “Seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you.” (NJV) Jesus said this. 1 Kings  14:21 – 24 1 Kings 12 Christopher Columbus “I prayed to the most merciful Lord about my heart’s great desire….it was the Lord who put it into my mind; the fact that it would be possible to sail from here to the Indies. There is no question that the inspiration was from the Holy Spirit….” George Washington “It is impossible to rightly govern the world without God and the Bible. It is impossible to account for the creation of the universe, without the agency of a Supreme Being. It is impossible to govern the universe without the aid of a Supreme Being. It is impossible to reason without arriving at a Supreme Being. It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God and to obey Him.” John Adams “The general principles on which the fathers achieved Independence were the general principles of Christianity….I will avow that I then believed, and now believe, that the general principles of Christianity are as eternal and immutable as the existence and attributes of God.” Thomas Jefferson “The reason that Christianity is the best friend of Government is because Christianity is the only religion that changes the heart.” Andrew Jackson  “The Bible is the cornerstone of liberty….students’ perusal of the sacred volume will make us better citizens, better fathers, and better husbands.” Calvin Coolidge “The foundation of our society and our government rest so much on the teachings of the Bible that it would be difficult to support them if faith in these teachings would cease to be practically universal in our country.” John F. Kennedy “The rights of man come not from the generosity of the state but from the hand of God.” Benjamin Franklin “God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice, is it probable that an empire can rise without His aid?” “If men are so wicked with religion, what would they be without it?” How are to respond?   We need to continue to humble ourselves and Pray 2 Chron. 7:14 2) Turn from our ways this will take courage! 2 Chron. 15:1 – 15 a) Remove the idols – this starts with us. Do you have idols in your life? b) Repair the Altar of the Lord – making your “home” and “America” our place of prayer & devotion to the Lord…. Rev. 2:4 – “you have forsaken your first love…” In God we Trust

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THE TIME CAME

“THE TIME CAME” Luke 16:19-31 A Loser In Life: Luke 16:19-21 A Loser In Death: Luke 16:22-24 Why This Parable Is Important: God values the undesirables (Luke 15) Only two final destinies (Luke 16:19-31) Provide insight as to “how” (Matt 25:31-46) Place of conscious punishment (Luke 16:24, Mark 9:43) The Place Of Hell: It actually exists (Matt 5:22) A specific place (Luke 16:23) A place of torment (Luke 16:23) The Preparation For Hell: To live only in the present (Luke 12:19) To live to serve yourself (Matt 16:25) Ignore the message of the Gospel (2Cor 2:14) The Prevention Of Hell: Become a beggar now (Matt 5:3) “Blessed are the poor in spirit…” Adopt an undesirable now (Prov. 19:17) Live in desperate humility (Phil. 2:3) Encourage others (Heb. 3:13 & 10:25) The Punishment Of Hell: Have all your senses (Luke 16:24) Have your memory (Luke 16:25) The Purpose Of Hell: Punishment for the devil and his messengers (Matt 25:41) God’s gracious judgment (Eph 1:7) “In Him (Christ) we have redemption through His blood…” Hell’s retributive judgment (Luke 16:26) The Proof Of Hell: Bible is the only authority (Luke 16:19-31)

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Disciples of Christ are Servants of All Gospel of Mark Series 10

“Disciples of Christ are Servants of All”   Gospel of Mark Series # 10 Text: Mark 9:33 – 10:16 1) Becoming a Servant of all means serving children (v. 33 – 37) a) If you want to be first, you must be very last “servant of all” b) He brings a “Child” in front of them to demonstrate His point 2) Becoming a Servant of all means serving those who may not be part of our Team (v.38 – 41) 3) Becoming a Servant of all means serving by example and not as a stumbling block (v.42 – 50) a) Don’t cause anyone else to sin b) Remove anything that causes YOU to sin c) These things can keep you from being “salt” Matt. 5:13 d) These things can prevent you from having peace with others Deut. 24:1 – 4   Becoming a Servant of all involves remaining true to your spouse and to God’s Word (10:1 – 12) Malachi 2 – calls marriage a “Covenant” 5) Becoming a Servant of all involves receiving the Kingdom of God like a child (v. 13-16) When Jesus chose to talk about serving in His Kingdom, He chose to talk about kids….. That says a lot about being a Servant of all and a disciple of Christ…….

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