Sermons from 2023
What is God’s Dire For Us?
What is God’s Dire For Us? Does God desire good things for me?-Why does this matter?–Important to know why we do what we doGenesis 1:26-28-Made in his image-Reign over what God had createdGenesis 2:8-12-Garden of Eden–Delicious fruit–Beauty–Easy access to all that was needed–This was paradise-Sin Enter the World-Knowledge of evil that God was trying to protect them from–Banishment from the garden of Eden-The life of ease was gone God gave his Son up for us-Romans 8:32–Since he did not spare…
What is Love?
What is Love?Hope ~ Peace ~ JoyFaith Phileo – a friend , someone dearly loved; a trusted confident held in a close bond of personal affectionRomans 12:10 Agape – benevolence, good will, willful delight in the object of love 1 John 4:7-21 God Is Love, John 3:16-17Does God Love Everyone? John 3:18-19Does God Love Me? 1 John 4:18“Flowers and birds do not make spring; but when spring comes, they come with it.” -A.W. Tozer“Prince of Peace” Romans 5:1-2 Advent ChallengeBe…
Mighty God
The Advent Sermon Series is a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of Christ’s Nativity at Christmas and the return of Christ at the Second Coming.
Hope Candle “Wonderful Counselor”
Hope Candle “Wonderful Counselor” What is Hope?-What is the difference between Faith and Hope?-1 Corinthians 13:13-Hebrews 11:1-Romans 8:24-Romans 8:18-27 Holy Spirit “Wonderful Counselor”-Colossians 2:2-3-John 16:12-14-Romans 5:1-5 Advent Challenge-1 Peter 3:15-16aBe in Prayer“Be a Light of Hope”–Share the Hope You Have in Christ– A Fellow Believer (be an encourager)Someone who is struggling with God
Why Does God Use Genocide?
Guest Speaker: Allen Lehman “16 After four generations your descendants will return here to this land, for the sins of the Amorites do not yet warrant their destruction.” Genesis 15:16 (NLT) Nations and Degrees of Degradation calls for Different Responses from God…
Why Should I Be Thankful?
Questions “16 Always be joyful. 17 Never stop praying. 18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NLT) “4 Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.[a] 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for…
Questions every Christian parent should routinely ask
Questions every Christian parent should routinely ask Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Have I known God myself?Is it my conviction or just things I’ve learned to recite?Ephesians 5:2Does my life show a yearning for God?Luke 6:45Am I willing to teach my children obedience?Hebrews 12:28-29Will I offer my children to God?(“Biblical Principles for Parenting” by Alistair Begg) Leaving a lasting legacy“No parent gives mercy better than one who is convinced that he desperately needs it himself.” Dr. Paul David Tripp
Pray!
Doug & Barb Miller Served in Mangochi, Malawi “36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 He said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is great, but the workers are few. 38 So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.'” Matthew 9:36-38 (NLT)
Is the Bible Really the Word of God?
Questions “Where did the Bible come from?”“Is the Bible really God’s Word?” “Scripture is like a lion. Who ever heard of defending a lion? Just turn it loose; it will defend itself.” Charles Spurgeon “14 But you must remain faithful to the things you have been taught. You know they are true, for you know you can trust those who taught you. 15 You have been taught the holy Scriptures from childhood, and they have given you the wisdom to…
Where Did the Bible Come From?
Tough Questions Christians Face John 1:1, 1 Peter 1:3-12, Mark 13:31 Neither individuals nor councils created the canon; instead they came to recognize and acknowledge the self-authenticating quality of these writings, which imposed themselves as canonical upon the church.” Bruce Metzger (Leading Translator and Scholar) When asked, ‘What is more important: prayer or reading the Bible?’ I ask, ‘What is more important: breathing in or breathing out?’” Charles Spurgeon
Is the Lord’s Supper (Communion) Significant to a Christian’s Life?
QuestionsIs the Lord’s Supper (Communion) Significant to a Christian’s Life?Romans 5:6, 81 Corinthians 11:17-34 Divisions1 Corinthians 11:19The Parable of the Wheat and Weeds1 Corinthians 11:20 “When you meet together, you are not really interested in the Lord’s Supper.”Is the Lord’s Supper (Communion) Significant to a ChristianRomans 6:1-14 “you live under the freedom of God’s grace” “Every Communion is an embodiment of God’s grace. We hear God’s grace in the words that are spoken. But we also see it, hear it,…
Youth mission trips
Youth mission trips “You are entering the mission field” Matthew 15:8-9, 16-20 Do not place your convictions above scripture