Sermons on Bible
Simplexity of Happiness
The recipe for happiness doesn’t come in the stuff of the world, but the stuff of God’s Word. Job 1:1,5 Job 1:22 Job 2:9,10 Psalm 1:1 Psalm 1:2 Psalm 1:3 Psalm 1:4-6 We are best equipped for our journey with Jesus carrying God’s Word. And while the journey may not always be happy, the destination will be.
The 3 in Chapter 1
Sermon Scripture: Genesis 1-2 Sermon Big Idea: God’s true identity is revealed in creation. Isaiah 43:7 1 John 4:7-8 We were created for God’s glory and in his glory it is his pleasure for us to know love.
Seasoned
Acts 17 Sermon Big Idea: It’s not the delivery, it’s not the audience, it’s the action of doing. Colossians 4:2-6 Acts 17:1-9 Paul reasoned with his listeners from God’s Word. Hebrews 4:12 2 Timothy 4:1-2 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Seek Scripture The results: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-8 Acts 17:10-15 The Bereans checked God’s Word before agreeing with Paul. Acts 17:16-34 God provoked Paul and Paul provoked the Athenians. When the Holy Spirit is unleashed within us, the audience doesn’t matter, just the How COVID has affected us
Heaven and Earth will pass away, but…
If we are convinced the Bible is true, then we must believe in the resurrection. Hebrews 4:12 2 Timothy 3:14-16 Psalm 119:105 Colossians 3:16 2 Peter 1:19 Luke 24:44 John 20:31 I believe the Bible to be true because of… The Bibliographical evidence The divine evidence The personal evidence Because I believe the Bible is true, I believe… Genesis 1:1, Genesis 3, John 3:16, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 10:9-10, Romans 5:8, Romans 6:1-4, John 20:1-18. I mostly believe the How COVID has affected us
One Vision
Revelation 1 Revelation is… About Jesus, from God, to be delivered by John. (v. 1-2) A blessing to all that read, hear, and keep the words it contains. (v. 3) A message to a specific group of churches. (v. 4,11) Clear about who Jesus is, what He did, and will do. (v. 5-8; 12-18) Other worldly. (v. 19-20) If the ultimate end results in one team standing in victory, shouldn’t we want to join that team?
God’s Will vs. Our Want
We like to think that if we were God, we would do things differently. The Bible was written by people God inspired with His words. (2 Timothy 3:16) Jesus came to fulfill the prophecy and law of the Old Testament. (Matthew 5:17) Does God choose man or does man choose God? (John 6:44; Romans 8:29; John 15:10; 1 Timothy 2:4) Don’t get distracted by questions about God. Draw near to Him and He will make your path straight and His How COVID has affected us
Shoes & Socks Part 2
Live a Christ Inspired life… Seek Scripture – Mark 1:22 Sharpen and be sharpened – Mark 3:13-14; Mark 2:17 Show compassion – Mark 6:34; Mark 8:2 Serve – Mark 10:43-45 Follow your heart Find your PART Finish what you start When we live by Jesus’ plan, we are hanging an eternal banner on our hearts; the banner declaring Jesus as our Champion.
An Underrated Discovery
Josiah didn’t let his father influence his pursuit of God. (2 Chronicles 34:1-2) At 16 he sought God (2 Chronicles 34:3a) At 20 he affirmed his love by destroying idols (2 Chronicles 34:3b) At 26 he made history (2 Chronicles 34:15; 35:18) Josiah discovered that God… Deals out justice (2 Chronicles 34:24-25) Protects those who seek after Him with a tender and humble heart. (2 Chronicles 34:26-27) The power of God’s Word is that it will lead us to know How COVID has affected us
Lessons from Joshua
Joshua 1:1-18 Sermon Big Idea: Joshua leads the Israelites into the Promised Land through faithfulness and obedience to God. Get our feet wet – Hebrews 11:6 Eyes focused on God – Matthew 6:33 Put the Word in our hearts – Joshua 1:8; Psalm 119:11 Recognizing whose hand is leading you – Proverbs 16:9 Standing Down – Ephesians 6:12
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A Marvelous Book Marvelous Creation Marvelous Content Marvelous Authorship Marvelous Story Martha’s Bind – Luke 10:38-42 Marginal Benefit – Mark 1:35-37; Mark 6:46; Mark 14:13; Luke 5:16