(MULTILINE) Joshua 6:17-19(MULTILINE) Joshua 7:10-12(MULTILINE) The Dangerous Path of Sin – Joshua 7:21(MULTILINE) I Saw(MULTILINE) I Coveted(MULTILINE) I Took(MULTILINE) I Concealed(MULTILINE) The Destructive Consequences of Sin(MULTILINE) My sin never remains secret(MULTILINE) Numbers 32:23 Jeremi …
RAHAB – Joshua 2, 6(MULTILINE) Joshua 2:1-8(MULTILINE) RUTH – Ruth 1:16-17(MULTILINE) Ruth 1:16-17 gives us a clear picture of an Old Testament conversion(MULTILINE) Ruth found a new determination “Don’t plead with me to abandon you or to return and not follow you.”(MULTILINE) Ruth found a new direc …
(MULTILINE) A Defining Encounter – Joshua 5:1, 13-15(MULTILINE) A Different Plan – Joshua 6:1-5(MULTILINE) Isaiah 55:8-9(MULTILINE)
(MULTILINE) Live in God’s Presence – Joshua 3:1-4(MULTILINE) Trust in God’s Promises – Joshua 3:5-6(MULTILINE) Conditions to be met … The people: Consecrate yourselves(MULTILINE) The priests: Step into the river(MULTILINE) Keep Walking in God’s Plan – Joshua 4:1-7(MULTILINE) Prepare for the future …
(MULTILINE) Her Life Was Characterized by Sin(MULTILINE) Her Life Was Changed by God’s Amazing Grace(MULTILINE) Rahab believed what she heard about God(MULTILINE) Romans 10:17(MULTILINE) Rahab demonstrated her saving faith(MULTILINE) Rahab’s faith wanted to include others(MULTILINE) Mark 2:5(MULTILI …
Begin taking action within God’s promises – Joshua 1:10-11(MULTILINE) Be encouraged by remembering God’s promises – Joshua 1:12-15(MULTILINE) There is strength in numbers – Joshua 1:16-18(MULTILINE) Be strong and courageous – Joshua 1:18(MULTILINE)
(MULTILINE) Hebrews 3:16, 19; 4:1(MULTILINE) Like the new generation of Israelites, we must decide to believe God for the future and pursue it by faith. To do so, WE MUST HAVE …(MULTILINE) Assurance of God’s Presence – Joshua 1:5, 9(MULTILINE) Psalm 121:3-4, 8(MULTILINE) Hebrews 13:5b-6(MULTILINE) …
Luke 12:16-20(MULTILINE) Mark 8:36(MULTILINE) WHAT DOES EASTER MEAN? Jesus is Who He Claimed to Be(MULTILINE) John 11:25(MULTILINE) John 14:6-7(MULTILINE) Jesus Demonstrated the Power He Claimed to Have(MULTILINE) Matthew 28:18(MULTILINE) John 10:18(MULTILINE) “Sua Sponte”(MULTILINE) Jesus Does What …
(MULTILINE) Luke 19:41(MULTILINE) Luke 19:38(MULTILINE) Luke 19:41-44(MULTILINE) Broken Dreams Can Hurt(MULTILINE) Luke 19:41(MULTILINE) 2 Corinthians 12:9(MULTILINE) Broken Dreams Can Heal(MULTILINE) Luke 22:42-43(MULTILINE) Matthew 26:38(MULTILINE) Broken Dreams Can Help(MULTILINE) Luke 24:36-53(M …
The way men saw Jesus – Isaiah 53:1-3(MULTILINE) John 1:11(MULTILINE) “despised” “rejected”(MULTILINE) The way God saw Jesus – Isaiah 53:4-10(MULTILINE) Mark 14:32-42(MULTILINE) Luke 22:43-44(MULTILINE) “cup” – is a term that Jesus used at times in referring to His coming death. And Jesus looked int …
Life is Brief(MULTILINE) “Make every effort”(MULTILINE) “before winter”(MULTILINE) Job 7:6,7 Psalm 39:4 Psalm 90:12 Life’s Opportunities Must Be Seized(MULTILINE) Opportunities with Family(MULTILINE) Opportunities with Friends(MULTILINE) Opportunities of Faith(MULTILINE) Life Has Choices to Be Made( …
Faithful Friends(MULTILINE) Timothy(MULTILINE) Luke – 2 Timothy 4:11(MULTILINE) Mark – 2 Timothy 4:11(MULTILINE) Trusted Friends in Ministry – 2 Timothy 4:10, 12, 19(MULTILINE) Fair-Weather Friends – 2 Timothy 4:9(MULTILINE) The Friend Above All Others(MULTILINE)
(MULTILINE) Evidence of Reliability(MULTILINE) Archeology(MULTILINE) Prophecy(MULTILINE) Science(MULTILINE) Job 26:7(MULTILINE) What Makes the Bible Different? It’s inspired by God(MULTILINE) “inspired” = God-breathed(MULTILINE) 2 Peter 1:21(MULTILINE) It’s Alive(MULTILINE) It’s Profitable(MULTILINE …
The problem both then and now is people.(MULTILINE) There are 19 issues of depravity listed in 2 Timothy 3:2-5 but we can look at them through 3 general characteristics that stand out. They Are Self-Centered –2 Timothy 3:2-4(MULTILINE) Misdirected loves Narcissism is the desire “to ” Materialism is …
Approved: An adjective that means officially sanctioned or accepted(MULTILINE) Three analogies to help us understand how to gain God’s approval: THE WORKMAN – 2 Timothy 2:14-18(MULTILINE) “be diligent”(MULTILINE) How can we prove that we are genuine? Teaching the Word of Truth(MULTILINE) “correctly …
(MULTILINE) Stand Strong in the Grace of Christ – 2 Timothy 2:1(MULTILINE) Invest God’s Truth in Others – 2 TImothy 2:2(MULTILINE) F A T Remain Faithful(MULTILINE) The Dedicated Soldier – 2 TImothy 2:3-4(MULTILINE) Suffering(MULTILINE) Separation(MULTILINE) “entangled” The Disciplined Athlete – 2 TI …
(MULTILINE) No Shame – v. 8-9(MULTILINE) The message of the gospel “the testimony about our Lord”(MULTILINE) Romans 1:16 The messenger of the gospel(MULTILINE) Proverbs 17:17(MULTILINE) No Doubt – v. 10-12(MULTILINE) v. 12 – “I know whom I have believed”(MULTILINE) “what ha …
(MULTILINE) Encouragement(MULTILINE) How could Paul encourage Timothy when so much was going on in his life on life? Living and Leaving a Legacy(MULTILINE) Maintained a clear conscience – v. 3(MULTILINE) Prayed – v. 3(MULTILINE) A Legacy – v. 5(MULTILINE) How You Can Apply These Truths 1. Pray …
1. Stand in Grace(MULTILINE) 2. Rejoice in Hope(MULTILINE) 3. Rejoice in Suffering(MULTILINE)
1. Trust God to Provide the resources you need.(MULTILINE) 2. Lean on your friends for help.(MULTILINE) 3. Innovate boldly in your spiritual life.(MULTILINE)
(MULTILINE) The Name of Jesus … It’s a Simple Name(MULTILINE) Majesty(MULTILINE) John 3:16-17(MULTILINE) Mystery – Matthew 1:23(MULTILINE) It’s a Significant Name(MULTILINE) John 1:17(MULTILINE) Romans 8:3-4(MULTILINE) It’s a Saving Name(MULTILINE) Luke 2:25-30 – Simeon(MULTILINE) Matthew 1:21(MUL …
(MULTILINE) It Speaks of Man’s Predicament(MULTILINE) Sheep are dumb(MULTILINE) Sheep are directionless(MULTILINE) Sheep are defenseless(MULTILINE) Sheep are naturally dirty(MULTILINE) Isaiah 53:6(MULTILINE) Isaiah 1:8(MULTILINE) It Speaks of God’s Provision(MULTILINE) John 1:29 – “Behold the Lamb o …
Mary’s Character(MULTILINE) Titus 2:11(MULTILINE) Mary’s Child(MULTILINE) Redeemer – v. 31(MULTILINE) Matthew 1:21(MULTILINE) Romans 10:13(MULTILINE) Ruler – v. 32-33(MULTILINE) Mary’s Commitment(MULTILINE)
There is an Explanation Given(MULTILINE) There is an Expectation Given(MULTILINE) “Maranatha” – “Oh, Lord come!” There is an Examination Required(MULTILINE) “examine” = “to test yourself to see if you are genuine”
When I Have a Need, The Lord is My Provider –Psalm 121:1-4(MULTILINE) Jeremiah 32:17 When I’m in Trouble the Lord is My Protector – Psalm 121:5-6(MULTILINE) Psalm 18:30 When I Am in Temptation, The Lord is My Preserver – Psalm 121:7-8(MULTILINE)
You Have Foes Who Will Be Against You(MULTILINE) Psalm 119:157(MULTILINE) v. 2 – “Help” = “salvation”; “deliverance” or “victory”(MULTILINE) You Have a Father Who is For You(MULTILINE) Philippians 1:29(MULTILINE) You Have a Future Full of Hope(MULTILINE) He got his courage back(MULTILINE) Psalm 56:9 …
Job 38:6-7 He Was Honest About His Faults(MULTILINE) He Was Humble About His Failure(MULTILINE) Psalm 103:12 He Was Happy Over His Forgiveness(MULTILINE) His sin had been cancelled(MULTILINE) His account has been cleared(MULTILINE) His sin has been covered(MULTILINE)
Hebrews 6:18-20 (MULTILINE) There’s No Fun in Family Dysfunction(MULTILINE) Genesis 37:2-4 (MULTILINE) Even When Relationships are Torn, God is Still at Work(MULTILINE) Genesis 50:15-21(MULTILINE) God Can Heal Your Fractured Relationships(MULTILINE) Three things you need to do if you want God to hea …
1. A successful team has one primary purpose. (MULTILINE) 2. A successful team takes real steps to achieve that purpose. (MULTILINE) 3. A successful team takes care of each other. (MULTILINE) Practical Steps for team success: 1. Check your own heart first. (MULTILINE) 2. Be willing to meet physical, …
Jesus Knows About Your Failures Romans 3:23 Luke 5:32 Jesus Loves You in Spite of Your Failures Woman already had three strikes against her: She is a woman She is a Samaritan She is currently living in an adulterous relationship 1 Samuel 16:7 Jesus Offers Forgiveness for Your Failures Three things y …
Why Elijah Wanted to Quit Physically exhausted Mark 6:31 Proverbs 18:9 Emotionally drained Spiritually depleted How God Restored Elijah’s Hope Take care of yourself physically – v. 5-8 Listen for God’s voice – v. 9-13 Share your burden with others – v. 10-14
Understanding Fear Healthy fear Unhealthy fear Overcoming Fear 3 sources of unhealthy fear and how to overcome them The fear of bad people How do we overcome the fear? Seek God’s strength. 1 Samuel 17:45 Luke 12:4-6 Psalm 56:3-4 The fear of the future How can we overcome the fear? Rest in God’s care …
The Determination of Joash Integrity 2 Kings 12:2 A heart for God’s house v. 5 – “the Levites did not hurry.” The Response of the People They rejoiced They gave generously The Witness of the Temple
Scarcity Search Intentions were good Sincere John 14:6 Spread 2 Corinthians 4:4-5 Solution John 6:33 John 6:35 John 6:51
2 Kings 6:24-25 Amos 8:11 Decision #1: Am I Going to Believe God? 2 Kings 6:31-33 Decision #2: Am I Going to Follow God? Romans 12:1 Ephesians 3:20 Decision #3: Am I Going to Share God’s Goodness? The Ultimate Decision: Who Will I Trust?
God Sees Proverbs 5:21 Proverbs 15:3 Psalm 34:15 2 Chronicles 16:9 God Speaks In His Word Psalms 119:103-105 Through His Spirit Philippians 4:6-7 In the Counsel of Others God Protects Hebrews 11:27 Psalm 34:7 God Provides Two things to note regarding God’s solution: God’s mercy and grace God’s purp …
Admit That You’ve Lost It Ecclesiastes 10:10 If you lose your cutting edge spiritually, several things happen. You lose your purpose You lose your passion Recognize That It Was Borrowed When we belong to Christ, our life is no longer ours but is simply borrowed from God. That means: You live accordi …
God’s Purpose See God’s purpose at work through: The trusting heart of this girl Romans 8:28 Psalm 119:45-46 The details of Naaman’s life Naaman’s Problem – 2 Kings 5:1 Naaman’s Plan – 2 Kings 5:3-6 Naaman’s Pride – 2 Kings 5:7-12 Naaman is Persuaded – 2 Kings 5:13-14 2 Kings 5:15 … 2 Kings 5:17 …
Four truths to remember when things seem hopeless: 1. God Sees Our Problems – 2 Kings 4:1 Remember this: When you don’t know what to do, God does. 2 Chronicles 16:9 2. God Hears Our Prayers – 2 Kings 4:2-3 What can I do for you? Jeremiah 32:17 What do you have? 3. God Keeps His Promises – 2 Kings 4: …
Elisha had persistent determination Genesis 32:24-30 Discouragement would not stop him – v. 1,4,6 Difficulties would not stop him – v. 2,4,6 How Can We Live With That Determination? Death to Self – v. 7-8; 11-14 Galatians 2:20 Absolute Obedience – v. 19-22 Matthew 5:13 Respect and Reverence for God …
Recognize the Need “waver between two opinions” “waver” = lame, limp & pass by Return to God Two things are needed if God chooses to bring revival fire to His church. We must be prepared We must be praying
Background A Lesson from Elijah’s Life: Greatness in God’s kingdom has nothing to do with heritage or prominence. God’s Promise God’s Preparation Will you trust God when your source of provision dries up? Will you trust God when your resources are depleted? Will you trust God when loss brings hurt? …
Give Your Children Loving Kindness “Don’t stir up anger in your children” Don’t aggravate them Don’t humiliate them Don’t frustrate them Don’t intimidate them Give Your Children Godly Direction “bring them up in the training & instruction of the Lord.” Give Your Children Good Correction “bring t …
Genesis 3:8-10 God, Search Me “Search me, God, and know my heart” James 4:8 Romans 10:9-10 Jeremiah 17:9-10 Proverbs 4:23 God, Show Me “test me and know my concerns” 1 Peter 5:7 God, See Me “See if there is any offensive way in me” God, Steer Me “lead me in the everlasting way” Proverbs 15:24
What we can do to value and make the most of time Value Time “This is the day the Lord has made.” John 17:4 Manage Time “This day” Enjoy and Celebrate Time “Rejoice and be glad in it.”
Psalm 119:162 We Need the Bible to Guide Us 2 Peter 1:20-21 We Read the Bible to Grow Us 1 Peter 2:2 1 Corinthians 3:2 Psalm 119:97-100 We Heed the Bible to Guard Us Psalm 119:109-110 Psalm 119:133 4 Guides to Help You Study God’s Word Study All of the Bible 2 Timothy 3:16 Stu …
Ps. 36:5-9 Spending time with God brings benefits and blessings Fellowship in Your Worship Fulfilment to Our Wants There are 3 types of desires: Selfish Desires Satanic Desires Sanctified Desires God wants your desires to be His desires for you. Fruitfulness to Your Work “Commit” = “to roll over” Fr …
Those 2 guiding principles should dictate what we do & why we do the things we do. They will form the legacy we leave. Love God Completely Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Mark 10:17-22 Mark 12:30 … “all” Love Others Sacrificially 1 John 4:20-21 Who is my neighbor? Luke 10:25-37
Romans 4:25 DISCOURAGEMENT Doubt Disappointment Despair DISCOVERY 1 Corinthians 15:17
His Suffering Was Finished Anticipated suffering John 12:27-28 Physical and Spiritual Suffering Isaiah 53:5 Satan’s Power Was Destroyed John 12:31 Hebrews 2:14-15 Our Salvation is Completed 1 Peter 1:18-19
A New Relationship – Mark 3:7-19 Mark 3:14 – “to be with Him” John 1:12 “receive” “believe” A New Authority – Mark 3:20-30 The unforgivable sin is not a single sin. It is the sin of continually reject God even after being exposed to God’s truth in Jesus Christ. A New Priority – Mark 3:31-35 Matthew …
Matthew 16:21 Matthew 17:22-23 Matthew 20:17-19 Matthew 1:21 The Cross Was Always God’s Plan Revelation 13:8 Psalm 90:4 The Cross Was Jesus’ Willing Choice John 10:17-18 The Cross is the Door to Life John 3:14-15 John 12:32-33 Numbers 21 Isaiah 53:4-6
Psalm 106:13-15 REVIVAL IS A SOVEREIGN ACT OF GOD Isaiah 44:28 REVIVAL REQUIRES OUR PREPARATION
RECOGNIZE OUR NEED There was no faithfulness, no steadfast love, and no knowledge of God RECOGNIZE GOD’S PURSUIT Hosea 5:15 Hosea 6:1-2 RETURN IN REPENTANCE Hosea 6:1 Hosea 6:2-3 How Do We Return? “Let us strive to know the Lord” “us” “Strive” = pursue Then, “He will come to us like the rain, like t …
3 DISTRACTIONS TO WATCH FOR: FOOLISH PASSIONS – Titus 3:9 “foolish” “avoid” Psalm 90:12 DIVISIVE PEOPLE – Titus 3:10-11 John 17:20-23 SELFISH PURSUITS – Titus 3:12-13 “make every effort to come to me”
Acts 20:24 God’s Grace is Good News – Titus 2:12 “appeared” = epiphany “bringing salvation for all people” Romans 11:6 God’s Grace is Transforming – Titus 2:12 2 Corinthians 5:17 God’s Grace Gives Hope – Titus 2:13 2 Corinthians 8:9
God’s Assignment for Older Men Self-controlled Worthy of respect Sound in faith, love, and endurance Sensible 1 Corinthians 16:13 – Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong. “be courageous” = (literally) “act like men” God’s Assignment for Older Women Teach what is good Reverent i …
How to Identify Them They are Rebellious They are Divisive They are Deceitful They are Dangerous “circumcision party” = a “Jesus plus” theology “evil beasts” = live on a sensual plane How to Deal with Them Titus 1:13 – Rebuke them sharply, so that they may be sound in the faith Titus 1:16 – They cla …
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It Refers to a Place 1 Peter 5:6-7 It Refers to a Promise “to fulfill what was spoken of through the prophets” “he would be called a Nazarene” Isaiah 11:1 Isaiah 53:2-3 It Refers to a Person
It’s A Miraculous Name “Parthenos” – always means “virgin”. There is no other meaning. Romans 5:12 Hebrews 7:26 “With God all things are possible” It’s a Mysterious Name 1 Timothy 3:16 John 10:30-33 John 14:8-9 Colossians 2:9 It’s a Marvelous Name Revelation 21:3
THE NAME IS A SIMPLE NAME There is Majesty in the Name of Jesus There is Majesty in the Nature of Jesus Isaiah 9:6 There is Mystery in the Name of Jesus 1 Timothy 3:16 THE NAME IS A SPECIAL NAME John 1:17 THE NAME IS A SAVING NAME Matthew 1:21 1 Timothy 1:15 1 John 3:5 Acts 4:12 Philippians 2:9-11 R …
An Invitation to Come Personally Luke 22:14-16 There are important preparations and expectations for coming … Come with clean hands Come with an appetite Matthew 5:6 Take time to enjoy the experience An Invitation to Come Collectively An Invitation to Come Expectantly Matthew 26:29 1 Corinthians 1 …
Thank God for Who He Is – Psalm 103: 1 Thank God for What He Does – Psalm 103:2-18 He saves us from our sin – Psalm 103: 2-4 He forgives and heals … Psalm 51:1-3 He redeems … Psalm 34:7 He satisfies us with good things – Psalm 103:5 >He enables us to have fun in life >He satisfies u …
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Psalm 106:7-10;13-14 Truths Regarding Trust God Is Our Source God Is Our Security Psalm 81:8-10;16 God Is Our Salvation John 6:30-35
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God Keeps His Promise Exodus 3:1 Acts 7:17-20 Genesis 15:13-15 God Calls HIs People Exodus 3:2-4 God Completes His Plan Exodus 3:10 Exodus 3:7-8 God sees, hears, knows, acts
We Are Born According to the Plan of God Exodus 2:1 We Live Under God’s Protection Exodus 2:2-3 We Must Live for God’s Purpose Exodus 1:17-20
PRAY FOR THEM … 1. To Know God’s Will and Live in It — v. 9 Two elements we know for certain to be God’s will … Their salvation 1 Timothy 2:4 Their sanctification – v. 10 2. Their Lifestyle – v. 10 Protection Luke 22:31-32 Friends Decisions Psalms 25:12 Future Mate 3. To Live Spiritually Produc …
John 13:1 Jesus Promised… A Future We Would Share with HIm John 14:2-3 1 Peter 1:4 2. A Friend Who Would Share Life with Us John 14:16-17 Romans 8:9 John 14:27 3. A Family to Support Us John 15:12 John 14:1
God Values Labor Genesis 2:1-2 We Are to Avoid Lazy People Laziness is discouraging Laziness is destructive “busybody” Our Work Should Be an Example Colossians 3:23 Where is the work? How can you put your faith to work in the church? Join the work through prayer Join the work through giving Join th …
Pray for the Gospel to Spread Rapidly – 2 Thessalonians 3:1 2 Timothy 2:9 59% of the world today is considered unreached, meaning Jesus is not known or named among 4.5 billion people Pray for Protection from Evil – 2 Thessalonians 3:2 Pray for Hearts to be Filled with God’s Love – 2 Thessalonians 3: …
Two Things That Must Take Place Before the Day of the Lord The Church Will Be Taken Out of This World Before That Day Two points that Paul makes regarding this truth: Ignore the false predictions – v. 3 Matthew 24:23, 36 Matthew 24:32-33 Restraint against evil will be removed – v. 7 2. Moral a …
Matthew 10:28 Jesus Will Repay Those Who Afflict – 2 Thessalonians 1:6 Jesus Will Relieve Those Who Afflict – 2 Thessalonians 1:7 Matthew 11:28 Jesus Will Be Revealed from Heaven – 2 Thessalonians 1:7 Jesus Will Render Judgment – 2 Thessalonians 1:9 Matthew 25:31-32 Matthew 25:41, 46 John 3:17-18 …
Four areas where we need to persevere in these days before Jesus returns Keep Gathering with the Church “ecclesia” = “called out ones.” Keep Growing in your Faith 2 Thessalonians 1:3 – your faith is flourishing Keep Giving your Love 2 Thessalonians 1:3 – the love each one of you has for one a …
Two issues that can be hindrances that keep people from Jesus Position Possessions Mark 10:14-15 – The requirement for entering the Kingdom of God Helpless dependence Mark 10:29-30 – There is a cost in following Jesus but doing so offers an incredible promise as well.
Friends Proverbs 4:14-16 Proverbs 16:29 Proverbs 12:26 Proverbs 14:7 Ask yourself some questions about potential friendships: Does this person help me get closer to God or push me farther from Him? What other kinds of friendships does this person keep? Does this person influence me toward questiona …
Lessons to Learn Along the Way Storms of Correction Storms of Perfection When we encounter a storm of perfection, we need to remember … Jesus brought me here Jesus is praying for me Hebrews 7:25 Jesus will come to me Isaiah 43:2 We may fail but Jesus never fails Factors Working to Keep Peter from …
Challenges Comforts Criticism Curiosity Matthew 11:23-24
They Lost All Sense of Remembrance – v. 18-23 Proverbs 16:18 They Lost All Sense of Reality – v. 1 1 Corinthians 10:12 They Lost All Sense of Restraint – v. 2 They Lost All Sense of Respect – v. 3-4
His Condition His Comfort The Crowd Romans 10:14 “Rabboni” = “my Lord” or “my Master” Mark 10:52 – “began to follow Jesus” = “in the same way with Jesus” Job 42:5
The Invisible War that Rages 2 Kings 6:11-17 The Infallible Future that is Ours In light of the end to come, how should we react? > Considering the end of the world should not cause you to be discouraged or depressed. Luke 21:28 > Allow the accuracy of Daniel’s prophecy details increase your c …
Memorials are reminders of events and of what others have done for us. Exodus 12:11-14 Luke 22:19 What is it that we are to remember? 1. What He Did for Us in the Past John 3:16 Ephesians 2:8-9 1 John 4:10 2. What He is Going to do for Us John 14:1-3 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 1 Jo …
God shows Daniel his calendar for the 490 years to come. A “week” is used prophetically to refer to 7 years. “70 weeks” = 490 years A “prophetic year” contains 360 days (30 days for each month of the year) Picture this prophecy in terms of 3 clocks The First Clock Begins to Tick – Daniel 9:25 …
1. Focus on God Above all Else – Daniel 9:3 2. Pray According to God’s Word – Daniel 9:2 Jeremiah 29:10-11 3. Pray with Humility – Daniel 9:3-4 4. Pray Intensely but with Brevity – Daniel 9:3-4 Daniel 9:3 – “seek” Daniel 9:4 – “Prayed” (intensive verb form) “Ah, Lord” = Participle of strong plea Rom …
Two-horned Ram: Medo-Persian Empire Isaiah 41:2 Isaiah 45:1 Isaiah 45:4 Goat with One Horn: Greek Empire Under Alexander the Great Four Horns: Alexander’s Generals The Little Horn: Antiochus Epiphanes IV Daniel 8:13 – “the rebellion that makes desolate” The Coming Antichrist Matthew 24:15 2 Thessalo …
Greek word “eschaton” means “end.” And the study of end times is called “eschatology.” Two warnings are needed in the study of prophecy: 1. Don’t be obsessed with it 2. Don’t be afraid of it Principle in the study of the Bible: Let the Bible interpret the Bible Daniel saw four world kingdoms: Lion/E …
The Question? (John 11:26) “Do you believe this?” A Personal Question: “Do YOU believe this?” A Pointed Question: “Do you BELIEVE this?” Ephesians 2:8-10 A Precise Question: “Do you believe THIS?” Believe what? What does “this” refer to? His Claim About His Deity John 11:25 – “I am the resurrection …
On his last day before going to the cross as he fulfilled the plan for our redemption, Jesus gave some promises that belong to us today. A Future with Him – John 14:2-3 1 Peter 1:4 A Friend with Us – John 14:16-17 “another” = another of like kind (not a different kind) Romans 8:9 “another Counselor” …
On his last day before going to the cross as he fulfilled the plan for our redemption, Jesus gave some promises that belong to us today. A Future with Him – John 14:2-3 1 Peter 1:4 A Friend with Us – John 14:16-17 “another” = another of like kind (not a different kind) Romans 8:9 “another Counselor” …
Last week we saw that God’s love is Global and it is Giving God’s Love is Personal “so that everyone who believes in Him” Everyone “so” introduces a purpose clause. God gave His only Son for what purpose? In order to benefit everyone – all who would believe. “everyone” = “all; every; everyone; entir …
God’s Love is Global “For God loved the world” “agape” 1 John 4:8 1 John 3:1 “what great love” Jeremiah 31:3 – “I have loved you with an everlasting love. “everlasting” = “beyond the vanishing point” The object of God’s love? The world God’s Love is Giving “He gave His one and only Son” God h …
Lived with Integrity – Daniel 6:3; 7-8 2 Chronicles 16:9 Lived with Consistency – Daniel 6:10 Lived with Courage – Daniel 6:11-16 Warren Wiersbe: “A believer who knows how to kneel in prayer has no problem standing in the strength of the Lord.” Lived in the Presence of God –Daniel 6:19-22 Psalm 34:7 …
King Belshazzar experienced God’s judgment due to five critical failures in his life. 1st: He Lived in Pursuit of Immediate Gratification – Daniel 5:1 2nd: He Defied God’s Values and Standards – Daniel 5:2-4 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 3rd: He Was Indifferent Toward the Truth God Had Given Him – Daniel 5: …
Psalm 66:16 Psalm 145:13 The Dream Received – Daniel 4:4-18 The Dream Revealed – Daniel 4:19-27 The Dream Realized – Daniel 4:28-37 What do we need to take from Nebuchadnezzar’s testimony? 1. Security and peace are found only in surrender to God 2. Every person is accountable to God 3. God always gi …
What does confident faith look like? Matt. 4:9 … “I will give you all these things if you will fall down and worship me.” Isaiah 12:2 Isaiah 43:2
You must build the foundation now. How? Six elements are needed: INTEGRITY – Daniel 2:14-15 FAITH – Daniel 2:16 Jeremiah 12:5 FRIENDS – Daniel 2:17 PRAYER – Daniel 2:18 Psalm 50:15 PRAISE – Daniel 2:19 He was assured that God was … Daniel 2:21 – Sovereign and powerful Daniel 2:22 – Wise (He knows …
“young men” Pressured to Change Their Thinking – Daniel 1:4 Isaiah 8:19-20 Pressured to Change Their Worship – Daniel 1:6-7 Pressured to Change Their Lifestyle – Daniel 1:5, Daniel 1:8 How can we prepare and resist compromise? The Influence of the Church The Influence of Parents The Influence of the …
The Need of Deacons – Acts 6:1-2 “there arose a complaint” Two dangers faced the church then and now: Prejudice Professionalism The Qualifications of Deacons – Acts 6:3 A believer Men Have integrity Full of the Spirit Full of wisdom The Responsibility of Deacons – Acts 6:3-4 The Results of Deacon Mi …
Pursue God’s Will Remember God’s Past Works Commit to Faithful Worship
Wait (Habakkuk 2:1) Watch (Habakkuk 2:1-13) Habakkuk 2:3 – For the vision is yet for the appointed time Habakkuk 2:4 – … But the righteous one will live by his faith. This statement is the key to the book of Habakkuk Worship (Habakkuk 2:20)
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Jesus Came to This World to … Qualify You Ephesians 2:4-5 Claim You Colossians 1:12 Ephesians 1:13-14 Rescue You Colossians 1:13 Jude 1:23 Redeem You Colossians 1:13-14 Romans 5:7-8
God Calms Our Fears God Fills Our Lives with Joy J Stands for Jesus O Stands for Others Y Stands for You God Gives Us Real and Lasting Peace B – Bend your knee O – Offer a Prayer W – Wait for Wisdom God Changes Our Lives
What does it mean to have a life that equates with a little village in the hill country of Judea called Bethlehem? Your life can bear three characteristics that were true of this little town at the first Christmas. Bethlehem Was a Place of Potential Isaiah 57:15b Bethlehem Was a Place of Providence …
Both the Lord’s Supper & baptism are sermons we preach about the substitutionary death of Jesus. The sermon of the Lord’s Supper has four points. Explanation – 1 Corinthians 11:23 Exaltation – 1 Corinthians 11:24-25 Expectation – 1 Corinthians 11:26 “maranatha” – “The Lord comes” or “Come, Lord” …
Thank God for Wanting You in His Presence God has put so many good things in your life, but they all belong ultimately to Him. It may be possible that you have begun to take some of those wonderful things for granted. Let me suggest a few valuable blessings. Family Resources The Gospel 2 Kings 7 …
He Was Passionate About Seeing Jesus Ecclecsiastes 3:11 He Helps Us See the Heart of Jesus Jesus knew his name Jesus knew where he was Jesus wanted a relationship with him He Demonstrates Repentance Matthew 3:8
He Was Unassuming Luke 7:28 Luke 3:16 John 3:29-30 John 3:27 He Was Unashamed Matthew 3:1-2 “Preaching” = “evangelize” = “to tell the Good News” John 1:29-30; 35-36 He Was Uncompromising He Was Unwavering John 1:23
Surrendered to the Lord – Acts 9:10-11 Listening for God to Speak – Acts 9:13-15 Stop listening to the world’s message Spend time in God’s Word Courageous – Acts 9:11-12; 15 Great Faith – Acts 9:17 Ananias reminds us that … > God can use even an obscure believer who is surrendered, listening to …
He Was Generous Proverbs 11:25 Luke 6:38 John 3:16 He Was Encouraging – Acts 9:26-27 He Was a Bridge Builder – Acts 11:23 He Was Humble – Acts 11:25 He Was Loyal – Acts 15 2 Timothy 4:11
Luke 2:37 – she “was a widow for 84 years” She Lived a Pure Life Psalm 68:5 “She did not leave the temple, serving God night and day” She Lived a Faithful Life “She did not leave the temple, serving God night and day” She Lived a Life of Prayer “She served God night and day with fasting and prayers” …
I Will Love You Regardless – Ruth 4:10 Regardless of problems Regardless of the past I Will Walk with God Ruth 2:4 Ruth 2:1 “Prominent” = honorable “Noble” = good Boaz’s walk with God produced integrity Ruth 4:1-6 I Will Encourage You to be All God Wants You to Be Ruth 2:9 Ruth 2:15-16 I Will Restor …
Genesis 39:2, 3, 21, 23 – “The Lord was with Joseph.” Trust God in Times of Adversity Romans 8:28-29 Resist Temptation in the Strength of God Genesis 39:9 – “How could I do this immense evil, and how could I sin against God? Serve Others in Humility Genesis 41:15-16 “I am not able, but God is.” Gene …
Hebrews 11:2-34 Hebrews 11:1-2 God Uses Tough Times to Get Our Attention – Judges 6:1-6 God Sees More Than We See – Judges 6:7-12 If you are a born-again believer, you are God’s child (John 1:12), His friend (John 15:15), and His masterpiece (Eph. 2:10). You’ve been justified (Rom. 5:1), freed forev …
God used a wise and discerning woman to change the course of a confrontation that was headed for a disastrous end. Abigail means “my father is joyous” Nabal means “stupid or foolish” People Will Hurt You Some hurt because they have been hurt Some hurt because they are jealous Some hurt becau …
Numbers 32:11-12 Why did God use Caleb? He Was Confident in God In God’s Promises In God’s Purpose and Plan Proverbs 14:12 Proverbs 3:5-6 His Strength Was Unfailing God Used Caleb
Lesson: We’re good at covering our problems Lesson: Leprosy represents sin, and like leprosy, sin is not cured but cleansed Lesson: People then & today, want to be able to buy God’s favor Ephesians 2:8-9 Lesson: It is becoming easier in America to come to come to the church – the right place – b …
1 John 5:13 John 10:27-29 Ephesians 1:14 Galatians 4:6 Romans8:11 Revelation 4:11 Revelation 5:12 Revelation 5:13 Galatians 3:28-29 1 Corinthians 6:20 Ephesians 2:8 1 John 5:1 Ephesians 2:13 Colossians 1:20 Hebrews 9:12
Jabez had a bad start But he chose a path to allow God to break the cycle of defeat Jabez Took Responsibility Jabez Trusted God 2 Corinthians 12:9 Jabez Prayed Specifically He asked for 4 things: Vision “If only You would bless me” Ambition “Extend my border” Guidance “Let Your hand be with me” Prot …
1st: It’s a Time to Remember 2nd: It’s a Time to Appreciate 3rd: It’s a Time to Proclaim 4th: It’s a Time to Examine 5th: It’s a Time to Consider 6th: It’s a Time to Anticipate
We Pray with Confidence in the Power of Jesus We Pray Together in Unity The church was together … In their response – Acts 4:24 In their request – Acts 4:28-29 We Experience God’s Power
Pray With Boldness Luke 11:8 – “shameless boldness” Be persistent in asking Be specific in asking Sometimes God answers: “No” “Slow” “Grow” “Go” Pray With Confidence in God’s Promise Matthew 21:21-22 Keep on asking, seeking, knocking Pray Knowing That God is a Good Father Because God knows us and lo …
S – Jeremiah 29:5 1 Peter 5:10 E– Jeremiah 29:4-5 Philippians 4:11 R – Jeremiah 29:4, Jeremiah 29:7 V– Jeremiah 29:6 E – Jeremiah 29:7
1. God hears us despite our unbelief. 2. God hears us just where we are. 3. God hears us because he has made us promises. 4. God shows us that he hears by helping us see his provision. Exodus 17:1-7 Deuteronomy 8:11-17 Exodus 16:9-12 John 4:13-15 John 4:28-29
Begin Now Pray Constantly Pray Consistently PRAY FOR … The Will of God in Their Lives – Colossians 1:9 “the knowledge of His will” Two things we know for certain are God’s will for the family: Their Salvation John 3:16-17 1 Timothy 2:4 Their Sanctification – Colossians 1:10 “gr …
Satan doesn’t mind if you believe in prayer so long as you don’t do it. REASONS WE DON’T PRAY We Overestimate Our Ability James 4:2 We Underestimate God’s Ability Mark 9:22-23 We Make It Difficult Romans 8:26-27 We Become Too Busy
Isaiah 56:7 Luke 11:1 Jeremiah 33:2-3 What is Prayer? “Effective prayer occurs when you talk to God and listen to what God is saying to you.” (Dr. Ronnie Floyd, “How To Pray”) How to Listen to God in Prayer Be Still and Quiet Before God Don’t Be in a Hurry How to Talk to God in Prayer Exodus 33:11 J …
They Lost the Will to Remember Proverbs 16:18 Proverbs 6:16-19 They Lost Sight of Reality They Lost All Restraint
Our Authority – Matthew 28:18 Acts 1:8 Our Assignment – Matthew 28:19-20 Matthew 4:19 Our Assurance – Matthew 28:20 Ephesians 3:20 What Can You Do? Pray for more missionaries Give financially to missions Share the gospel where you are
Jesus addresses two prophecies: Jerusalem would be destroyed Jesus is going to return THE DESTRUCTION OF JERUSALEM – Matthew 24:15-22 Lesson: Things of this world are passing But the truth of God’s Word is permanent (Matthew 24:35) THE RETURN OF JESUS – Matthew24:23-44 Before His return there will b …
Context What’s the message for us today? The King is God the Father The Son is Jesus The Wedding Banquet is prepared for the Church, the Bride of Christ The Servants are those who now belong to Christ and are to take the invitation to others also. Revelation 19:7-9 v. 8 – “those who were invi …
A Lesson About Timing A Lesson About Grace Romans 6:23 A Lesson About Authority A Lesson About Attitude
Jesus receives the humble and rejects the proud. The Ones Jesus Received The One Jesus Rejected Salvation demands radical surrender Salvation guarantees radical reward Will you live for short-term pleasures you cannot keep or for long-term treasure you cannot lose?
Loving the King – v. 1-4 Loving the Kingdom Family – v. 5-35 “a child” or “one of these little ones” = a believer of any age; all members of God’s kingdom family Four Ways We Are to Express Love By Protecting – v. 7-9 By Pursuing with Love and Care – v. 10-14 By Restoring – v. 15-20 The goal of chur …
THE MIRACLE OF THE RESURRECTION Belief is irresponsible and empty if it is not based on truth Two things to note: The women were very unlikely witnesses to the resurrection The guards did not deny that the body of Jesus was missing from the tomb The ultimate question for everyone is: Did Jesus rise …
Judas Kissed Jesus Psalm 41:9 John 10:9 Judas kissed the gate of heaven, but never entered the gate. Peter Defended Jesus Ephesians 6:12 Joshua 5:13-15 Jesus Refused to Save Himself Malchus Was Healed
Matthew 16:21 Matthew 17:22-23 Matthew 20:17-19 Matthew 1:21 The Cross Was Always God’s Plan Revelation 13:8 Psalm 90:4 The Cross Was Jesus’ Willing Choice John 10:17-18 The Cross Is the Door to Life John 3:14-15 John 12:32-33 Isaiah 53:4-6
It Makes Us Surrendered Worshippers “transfigured” Hebrews 1:3 Revelation 1:14,16 It Makes Us Urgent Witnesses It Makes Us Bold Leaders 2 Peter 1:16-18 2 Peter 1:19
The Wasted Life: It’s All About Me and What I Want Life Philosophy: “For me, to live is to live it up, and to die is the end.” Life Goal: Live for the temporary reward 1 Timothy 5:6 The Surrendered Life: It’s All About Jesus and What He Wants Galatians 2:20 Life Philosophy: “For me to live is Christ …
We must be rightly related to the church of Jesus Christ. How? Know Jesus Intimately Matthew 16:13 – “Who do people say …?” Matthew 16:15 – “But who do you say that I am?” Declare Jesus Confidently Matthew 16:18 – “upon this rock” 1 Corinthians 3:11 Live Under the Authority of Jesus, Vitally Conne …
Remember Jesus is Sovereign Ground Your Faith in God’s Word and His Direction – v. 28-29 Step Out of Your Place of Security Be Willing to Risk Failure Cry Out to Jesus Reach Out to Jesus The story concludes with v. 33 as they understood more fully who Jesus truly is. “It is I. Don’t be afraid.” “It …
They Learned to Reflect the Compassion of Jesus Philippians 2:3 They Learned to Rely on the Resources of Jesus Understand our insufficiency and understand Jesus’ sufficiency Jesus meets needs in us Jesus meets needs through us Lesson: Jesus alone is sufficient to meet our needs, but He is also graci …
The Seeds Are Sown There’s a Problem in the Field A spiritual truth: We live in a world with evil people who do evil things, but it’s not our job to remove them. That doesn’t mean that we are not to stand up for biblical truth or stand against evil behavior. Four Personal Truths for You Today 1. Be …
A parable is a practical story (usually a comparison) that illustrates spiritual truth. Three principles in understanding parables: Listen from the hearer’s perspective Look for the main point Let the truth change your perception Parable of the Sower and the Seed teaches us a truth regarding the mes …
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Philippians 3:7-9a. John 14:13-14 John 15:7 John 16:23-24 Matthew 7:21-23 John 15:5-8 Psalm 37:4 Philippians 3:7-11 Jeremiah 9:23-24a
Three Reasons for Rejoicing at Christmas Matthew has three quotes from the Old Testament prophets which spell out three reasons for rejoicing. The First Quote – Matthew 2:15 This is a quote from Hosea 11:1 The Second Quote – Matthew 2:17-18 This quote is from Jeremiah 31:15 Jeremiah 31:16-17 Jeremia …
Who Are Those Guys? How Did They Know About Jesus? The Wise Men knew “when” the King would be born Daniel 9:25-26 483 years (by the Jewish calendar) after the edict sending Nehemiah to rebuild Jerusalem The Jewish priests knew “where” the King would be born Micah 5:2 How Did They Find Jesus? Four Li …
The Miracle of Jesus’ Genealogy Tells Us That God is in Control Matthew 1:17 Galatians 4:4-5 The Miracle of the Incarnation of Jesus Reminds Us that God Can Do the Impossible Matthew 1:20 The Miracle of the Birth of Jesus Proves that He is the Only Acceptable Payment for Our Sin Matthew 1:23 Applyin …
Revelation 7:9-10 The language around heaven’s throne is the language of praise. We should learn to speak that language now in preparation for heaven. Remember and Give God Thanks For … Who He Is v. 6 – Righteous v. 7 – Just v. 8 – Compassionate, gracious, and faithful in love v. 13 – Compassionat …
Give Thanks for Who God Is … Creator Give Thanks for What God Has Done – Psalm 103:2-18 … Redeemed … Healed Physically Spiritually … freed you from some guilt in your life … freed you from some destructive path … Protects Times you know that God has protected you or your fam …
Praise the Lord – Psalm 103:1 He Has Made Us Whole – Psalm 103:3 He Gives Meaning and Satisfaction to Life – Psalm 103:4-5 Jeremiah 24:5-7
Religious Living Is Not Choosing Christ as King – Matthew 12:1-14 The Power of Sin and Satan Must Be Broken – Matthew 12:22-29; 43-45 It’s a Heart Issue – Matthew 12:30-32 We Must Decide – Matthew 12:30; 46-50 Joshua 24:15 1 Kings 18:21 1 Kings 18:41-46
Dealing with Doubt – Matthew 11: 1-3 Doubt often comes during times of difficulty Doubt grows from limited perception Doubt often comes as a result of unmet expectations The Answer to Doubt – Matthew 11:4-15 Confront doubt with scripture – Matthew 11:4-5 Confront doubt with submission to Jesus – Mat …
The Condition of the Lost – Matthew 9:35-37 The size of the crowds The suffering of the crowds “distressed and dejected, like sheep without a shepherd” The separation of the people Matthew 9:37 – The harvest is abundant, but the workers are few. What is the condition of the lost in our world …
Jesus Has Authority Over Sin – Matthew 9:1-8 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Jesus Has Authority to Save – Matthew 9:9-13 Matthew did nothing to earn his salvation. He was politically unacceptable He was socially unacceptable He was religiously unacceptable Jesus Has Authority Over Death – Matthew 9:18-26 Whe …
Matthew 6:25-34 – “Don’t worry!” Don’t worry because Jesus has authority over … Disease – Matthew 8:1-4 Revelation 21:4 Romans 5:3-5 Disaster – Matthew 8:23-27 The Point: Jesus is God The Promise: You Will Never Be Left Alone Demons – Matthew 8:28-34 The demons were in fear because of what they kn …
Beware of three things that can keep us from entering the kingdom: Apathy – v. 13-14 Matthew 16:24-25 Deceit – v. 15-23 Hypocrisy – v. 24-27
Me v. 15-16 is a quote from Isaiah 9:1-2 Follow Abandonment Matthew 10:16 Matthew 16:24 Dependence Trust Will You Follow Jesus?
Self-Gratification – v. 2-4 Self-Protection – v. 5-7 Self-Promotion – v. 8-11 What Should We Conclude in This? Christ empowers us to overcome in this world Colossians 1:27 Satan will be defeated …
Baptism Prior to John the Baptist What Am I Saying When Baptized? You’re renouncing dependence on your heritage You’re renouncing dependence on your righteousness You’re renouncing your worldly success v.11 – “He Himself will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire” Does not mea …
Malachi 4:5-6 Matthew 11:7-14 The Man 1. He would come preaching boldly 2. He was living simply 3. He was openly baptizing 4. He came in humility to serve John 3:30 The Message “Repent, because the kingdom of heaven has come near!” Confession Contrition Change Isaiah 29:13 Matthew 7:17-21 The Urgenc …
3 imperatives which point to the heart of what it means to be God’s people: Give Thanks – v. 1-2 Ephesians 5:18b-20a How are we to give thanks? Serve – v. 2 Shout – v. 1 Meeting the needs of others Matthew 25:35-40 Sharing the gospel Come – v. 2 Acknowledge God – v. 3 That He is God That H …
Rely on the Lord’s Help Now v. 1-4 1 John 2:8 Remember the Lord’s Past Help v. 5-8 Hebrews 13:5b-6 Relay God’s Goodness to Others Strong confidence in God & His faithfulness results in 3 things: You never stop growing v. 14 v. …
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There is no gospel without judgment The Lord is the Source of Judgment The wrong response to this truth … Criticize God’s Judgement The Proud are the Target of Judgment Daniel 5:5-6 The wrong response to this truth … Boast in the Face of God’s Judgment Salvation is the Goal of God’s Judgment Psa …
There was Happiness in Working in the Temple “a song of the sons of Korah” Lord Commander of Heaven’s Armies The Living God My King My God There was Happiness in Traveling to the Temple There was Happiness in Traveling to the Temple There is Happiness in Being the Temple There is Happiness …
How can you sing in times of deep darkness in your life? Tell the Lord How You Feel – v. 1-9 Present Your Case Before God – v. 9-12 Feeling Forsaken – v. 13-18 God is a God of Restoration God receives glory as He brings His children through times of anguish and darkness as the world watches. He rest …
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Ephesians 3:20 Remember (Reflect) – v. 1-3 Pray – v. 4-7 “Turn” Exodus 33:15-18 Wait – v. 8-13 Psalm 126:1-2
“Our Hope as a Nation” Psalm 33:12-22 America’s Key to Greatness America’s Sin Against God The threat of internal decay The threat of deception The threat of God’s judgment America’s Only Solution