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A Whale of a Tale
Four seemingly unbelievable aspects about the story of Jonah… God spoke to Jonah (1:1-2) God controlled the seas (1:4,15) God controlled the fish (1:17;2:10) God relented (3:10) The most unbelievable thing about the book of Jonah… Jonah wanted Nineveh destroyed (4:1,3) God’s presence is evident when we… Love others Follow His voice Every time you buy, give, or open presents, remember first to enter God’s presence this Christmas season.
How to be Rich Toward God
Luke 12:13-21 Jesus tells a parable of a Rich Fool who when he comes upon a windfall of abundance he can neither see beyond himself nor this world. What would you do if you suddenly came upon an unexpected financial blessing? Matthew 25:14-30 Jesus tells another parable. This one is about stewardship. Three men are given a certain number of talents, each according to his ability – two of the men are rewarded for their diligence of making more How COVID has affected us
Three Sermons, One Point
Sermon 1 – Good debt Baptism unites us with Christ – Romans 6:5 Baptism is for those who believe, repent, and confess – Romans 10:9-10, Acts 2:38 Sermon 2 – Good discipline – 1 Corinthians 9:24-26 Three ways to give: Cash or check when passed Online through your bank Online through our website Always give with a worshipful heart and prayer Consider the vision Sermon 3 – Good decision Ties up generosity – 2 Corinthians 9:6 Reveals our discontentment – How COVID has affected us
Give Like Abraham
The first tithe was offered with a humble heart – Genesis 14:19-20 The tithing law was given in order to change hearts – Leviticus 27:30-33 Levites receiving the tithes were to do so with a servant’s heart – Numbers 18:21-26 Thankful hearts were to present their offerings to God – Deuteronomy 12:5-7 A generous God desires to bless a generous people – Malachi 3:8-10; Proverbs 3:9-10 A Christ Inspired heart shows justice, mercy, faithfulness, and honors God with their offerings How COVID has affected us
It Starts With a Seed
Matthew 6:19-34 Material things will pass away. (v. 19) Things wear out Things fall out Things are left out Matthew 6:20 Heavenly things will be remembered. (v. 20) Good works are observed Good works are rewarded Matthew 6:21 Your heart follows what you treasure. (v. 21) It is good for food It is a delight to the eyes It is desired to make one wise Matthew 6:22-23 The eyes are the window to the soul. (v. 22-23) What you see How COVID has affected us
Youth Sunday
Cade Ponstein – The parable of the talents Matthew Fitzpatrick – The parable of the wise and foolish builders Ben Farrier – The parable of the sower
The Four C’s of Marriage
Tim & Anita Severance share important topics that affect every marriage. Genesis 3:14-21 I. Communication in Marriage – Ephesians 4:15; James 1:19 II. Conflict in Marriage – 1 Corinthians 7:28 III. Connection in Marriage – Genesis 2:24; Mark 10:8-9 IV. Christ in Marriage – Matthew 7:24-27
Divide and Be Conquered
Satan tried to divide the one flesh into two. (v. 1-5) He spoke directly to Eve He tried to confuse God’s words (3:1) The instruction was given to Adam (2:15-17) Individually, Eve made a decision. (v. 6) No mention of a discussion Good for food, delight to the eyes, able to make one wise Together, Adam and Eve discovered the consequences of sin. (v. 7-8) Before sin, Adam and Eve saw the world through innocent eyes After sin, Adam and How COVID has affected us
Transfer of Responsibility
God placed man in the garden to work. From his work he would sustain life. There were limitations to the provision. There were consequences for going beyond the limitations. God noticed Adam’s loneliness. Not good No suitable helper – no obvious helper for him God created a suitable helper. From Adam’s rib Like him God gave away the first bride. Adam rejoiced about his gift Adam gave her a name Two became one and there was no shame. Physically Emotionally How COVID has affected us
God’s Gift to the Church
Elders are… Set apart to lead God’s people – Acts 14:23; Titus 1:5 Assigned to Shepherd God’s people – 1 Peter 5:2; Psalm 23 Called to be examples for God’s people – 1 Peter 5:3; 1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9 God’s gift to His people – Numbers 11:16-17 Are you humble enough and hungry enough to be a sheep in the care of God’s local shepherds?