2 Kings 6:24-7:16 A potential tragedy They were desperate They were decisive A powerful temptation A sovereign act by the Lord A selfish act by the lepers A passionate testimony (MULTILINE)
Series: Being Church Romans 16:1–16 (MULTILINE)
John 11:20–32 1. Personal Assessment: How are you doing as we get ready for a New Year? (MULTILINE) 2. We get to choose. (MULTILINE) Stay home Come when Jesus calls 3. Jesus is asking for you. (MULTILINE)
Luke 1:57 – 80 What’s your name? (MULTILINE) 2. The Father’s song (MULTILINE) 3. A people prepared for the Lord (MULTILINE)
Today our Journey to Christmas finds the angel Gabriel sharing God’s plans with Mary. Without a doubt, Mary is one of the central figures in the Christmas story. She was chosen because she was “highly favored” by the Lord. Even in her lack of complete understanding, she trusted Him. Ultimately thoug …
Luke 1:1-25 1. God is always working out His Plan. (MULTILINE) 2. God moves in the ordinary routine of our lives. (MULTILINE) 3. Always be ready to change when God moves. (MULTILINE) 4. When God acts it’s always to draw His creation to Himself. (MULTILINE)
Lamentations 3:21-25 Do you ever feel sad? Have you experienced setbacks? Sometimes does it feel like you are walking uphill and into a north wind? Hard times are real. Not everything will go your way. Struggle, problems, pain, are all part of life. The five chapters that comprise the book of Lament …
Psalm 139 Psalm 139 is written by David. He was the shepherd boy that became King of Israel. In this psalm we are given a portrait of God. What is God like? Study this chapter and you will say “wow” several times. Note three timeless truths. God knows all (Ps. 139:1-6) (MULTILINE) God is everywhere …
Luke 15 Luke 15 records a set of three parables included in no other Gospel. In this unique chapter, Jesus taught that more than anything else, God wants to find those who are lost. The outcast and runaways from God were fascinated with Jesus. They habitually and continually drew near to Him. The mo …
Psalm 100 Psalm 100 has long been a favorite of people that read the Bible. It is a song of praise and thanksgiving to God. Thanking God is something we should do with our lives as well as our lips. Note 4 timeless lessons from this great psalm. Worship God ______________ (MULTILINE) …
Psalm 19 The psalms speak to us about life. They cover the gamut of emotions and experiences. There is a lot to learn about God from a slow reading of Psalms. Don’t forget the importance of this book in your life and walk with God. David is the writer of Psalm 19. All through the song, David reminds …
Psalm 119:9-16 The longest of the Psalms is Psalm 119. It is an extensive meditation on the importance of the law of God. The psalmist uses 10 different terms throughout the 176 verses that refer to the Word of God. In fact, this comprehensive chapter repeats these 10 terms nearly 200 times referrin …
Joshua 24:13-15 From the cradle to the grave we face many great decisions. What is life’s greatest choice? Life’s greatest choice has to do with God and your commitment to him. The Bible presents that choice to us through Joshua when he says…”choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve.” (24 …
Luke 5 Luke describes in this chapter Jesus’ meeting with four individuals and the changes they experienced because they trusted Him. Note what happened in each of these encounters. Peter: From failure to success – (Luke 5:1-11) Leper: From sickness to health – (Luke 5:12-16) Paralytic: From guilt t …
Psalm 27:1, 118:6 Introduction “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt “Feed your fears and your faith will starve, feed your faith and your fears will starve.” – Max Lucado Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation — whom should I fear? The Lord is the strong …
Luke 11:5-13 Introduction Jesus’ disciples wanted to learn better how to pray. They did not ask Jesus to teach them to preach, or to do great miracles; they asked Him to teach them to pray. (Luke 11:1) Prayer is a dialogue. It includes both talking and listening to God. A healthy prayer life comes t …
Matthew 7:24-29 At the close of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, he teaches about the importance of a solid foundation. A disciple lives with intentionality. A disciple wants to be grounded on something that stands the test of time. So Jesus teaches about a foolish person and a wise person. Note t …
Matthew 6:1-18 This is week two of studying from – The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7). The sermon is the longest recorded sermon by Jesus. It is believed to capture the main principles of Christian discipleship. In Matthew 6, Jesus teaches about three specific actions and how they relate to Chris …
Matthew 5:1-12 Today we look at what is known as The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7). The sermon is the longest recorded sermon by Jesus. It is believed to capture the main principles of Christian Discipleship. It includes the Beatitudes (the blessings) in chapter 5. The Beatitudes describe a way …
James 1:2-10 Introduction Adversity is a part of life. The Christian life includes times of trials and difficulty. The book of James begins in a startling manner. He tells his readers “to count it all joy” when facing trials, a paradox indeed! Most of us don’t find adversity a reason for joy. In fac …
2 Corinthians 2:1 But I determined this within myself, that I would not come again to you in sorrow. – (NKJV) We owe it to to cultivate the habit of cheerfulness. We owe it to to cultivate the habit of cheerfulness. We owe it …
Proverbs 3:9, 11:4, 13:8 Introduction Good morning! Glad you are in worship this morning. Today we are looking at a very practical topic. Money is an everyday matter. It may or may not surprise you to know that Proverbs is full of truth about: earning, saving, spending, investing, and giving. Woven …
Psalm 23:4 Life will bring its share of uncertainties and challenges. Some people choose to go through life without any reference to God. In Psalm 23, the psalmist describes how God helps us in the hard times of life. God is a good shepherd who helps guide, strengthen, and direct us. This is the mid …
John 12:32-33 And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” 33 He said this to show the kind of death he was going to die. There is a magnetism to the cross of Jesus Christ that cannot be explained apart from God. There was something dramatic going on the day Jesus was …
Happy Father’s Day! I like the following quote from Billy Graham: “A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society.” The blessing of having a good father is really hard to overstate. Dads do a lot to help lead and provide. Volumes …
Romans 12:9-13 In the book of Romans, Paul the apostle writes to the church at Rome about doctrine but also about duty; he writes about what a person believes but also about how one behaves. We should understand that God has expectations for those who are a part of His family of faith. Romans 12:9-2 …
Psalm 150 How is your worship life? Psalm 150 is the final psalm. It serves as a crescendo of praise. It is one of the high-water marks of the Old Testament. It calls us to worship God for who He is and for what He does. Note the following: Who Where When Why What How Louie Giglio: “When you follow …
What is Pentecost & where did it come from? Old Testament – Exodus 23, Numbers 28, and Deuteronomy 16 Also known as Festival of Weeks 50 days after Passover Celebration of and thanking God for the harvest …
Psalm 37:1-5 Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; (2) for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. (3) Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. (4) Take delight in the Lord, and he will …
Judges 4-5 Happy Mother’s Day! This morning we are studying about a woman from the Bible named Deborah. Her story is told in the Old Testament book of Judges. Three things to know about Deborah: She knew God’s will, rallied God’s people, and won God’s victories. Note the following: Deborah ha …
Luke 9:12-17 Today we read a familiar story. It’s interesting that all four of the gospels tell about the feeding of the 5,000 (Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:12-17; John 6:5-14). In fact, this is the only miracle other than the resurrection that is recorded in all four gospels. A little boy …
Matthew 4:1-11 In the wilderness, Jesus took on conflict and temptation. Jesus’ friends considered the wilderness the very turf of evil itself. Satan came against Jesus with three specific temptations. There in the desert, Jesus was tempted to take a shortcut, to impress with the spectacular, and to …
Luke 5:12-16 The Gospels record a number of miracles performed by Jesus. Luke 5 records the story of Jesus encountering a man who was desperate and sick. Leprosy was the dreaded disease of Jesus’ day. People often came to Jesus for healing. He was the one with compassion and greater power than anyon …
Nehemiah 4:10-23 Nehemiah was a leader. Nehemiah was called to a big project. God used Nehemiah in a rebuilding mission. He was sent to Jerusalem to rebuild the walls around the city and to restore the Israelite people who had become discouraged in their faith. Do you ever feel discouraged in life? …
1 Corinthians 15 Happy Easter to you!! Easter is a high point in the Christian calendar. At Easter we celebrate a risen Savior. We are reminded of the great hope we have in following Jesus. What sets Christianity apart is that our leader overcame death. He came out of the tomb. The garden tomb of Je …
Mark 11:1-10, 15-18 It is Palm Sunday! This is the traditional beginning of what has been known throughout Christian history as Holy Week, a week designed to focus our attention on the passion and suffering of Christ. I hope you will join us at 6:00 p.m. this Wednesday night for a time of worship an …
1 John 4:8, 16 “Though our feelings come and go, God’s love for us does not.” – C.S. Lewis 1 John 4:8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. 1 John 4:16 And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. Note t …
Psalm 147:5; Revelation 19:6 Psalm 147:5 Great is our Lord and mighty in power; his understanding has no limit. Revelation 19:6 Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: “Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty re …
Psalm 96:9 Isaiah 6:1-8 Revelation 4:8 In his book, Not a Safe God, Tim Riter says, “God is a consuming fire. His nature surpasses ours. He is 220 volts and we’re only wired for 12. Experiencing God in His fullness would blow our circuits.” Quote from Stephen Charnock: “Power is God’s hand or arm, o …
We have all heard the three words – God is good. Simple words but they accurately tell us about the character of God. Goodness is an attribute of God. The Bible presents this truth over and over again. Psalm 34:8 “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” Psal …
Acts 2:42-47 The church is birthed in the book of Acts. The early disciples were marked by a deep devotion to Jesus. Their surrender to Jesus was more than part time… it was all-consuming. Is it any wonder that the church spread out from Jerusalem and across the Roman Empire? Os Guinness: “The churc …
Genesis 12:1 The Bible tells us of an Old Testament personality named Abram/Abraham. One of the descriptions attached to Abraham is that he is called God’s friend. We talk a lot about … God’s holiness. God’s mercy. The judgment of God. The will of God. The plan of God. But the friendship of God? Thr …
2 Chronicles 29 Under King Hezekiah a great revival took place at the temple in Jerusalem. This Old Testament revival at the temple shook the nation for God. The young king gathered the people, purified the temple, and led the people in consecration to God. The same God that stood behind this reviva …
Acts 3:1-10 Someone has said – “The greatest testimony to the resurrection of Jesus Christ is a changed life.” Acts 3 records the story of a hopeless man who found help. This man’s life took a dramatic turn one day. Note the following: A need for genuine compassion – (Acts 3:1-2) A timeless message …
Genesis 37-50 Do you have a hero in life? Sometimes we talk about sports heroes, movie heroes, business heroes, even super heroes. Webster defines hero as: a person admired for achievements and noble qualities; one who shows great courage. One of the most interesting persons in the Bible is a man in …
2 Timothy 4:4-7 The context of 2 Timothy 4:4-7 finds the apostle Paul nearing the end of his second, final imprisonment at Rome (he was imprisoned because of his faith in Jesus). He knows that his time on earth is short. Some have identified this passage as Paul’s “swan song” or his last testament. …
Luke 2:52 “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” – Luke 2:52 A new year provides an opportunity for growth. Growth requires intentionality and discipline. We never grow in any area of life by accident. Jesus’ life provides a blueprint for personal growth. Ai …
John 1 The Personalities of Christmas: Mary: Chosen for a Big Assignment Shepherds: A Night to Remember Joseph: The Quiet Man of Christmas Innkeeper: Do You Have Room for Jesus at Christmas? Jesus: The Real Focus of Christmas At the heart of Christmas is Jesus. He is the heart and soul of wha …
Matthew 1:18-25 Series: The Personalities of Christmas “… Joseph her husband was a righteous man…” (Matt. 1:19) People come a lot of different ways. Some individuals are loud and hard to miss. Other people are by nature quiet and go unnoticed. I don’t know exactly the personality type of Joseph but …
Luke 2:8-12 Christmas Personalities Consider the significance of shepherds in the Bible. God refers to Himself as a Shepherd (See Genesis 48:15, Psalm 23, Jeremiah 31:10, and John 10). Have you ever thought about the part and the place that shepherds had in the Christmas story? They were nearby at t …
Luke 1:26-38, 46-55 Christmas Personalities December has arrived and with it the Christmas season. Christmas for some people focuses on commercialism and presents under the tree. Others look forward to the end of the month because it brings some welcome days off work. Still others love the festiviti …
Psalm 103:1-5 On this week when we celebrate Thanksgiving, it seems only fitting to come before God with praise and thanksgiving. Psalm 103 invites us to come before God with words of praise and hearts of thanksgiving. “The beginning of men’s rebellion against God was, and is, the lack of a thankful …
Selected Scriptures PHBC -75th Anniversary Celebration Introduction Has anyone ever made a promise to you that they didn’t keep? People break promises every day. Herbert Locklear (author) in his book – All the Promises of the Bible says there are 7,147 promises from God to man in the Bible. Today we …
Proverbs 24:16/Hebrews 12:1-3 Proverbs 24:16 “… for though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes.” Life can be hard. There will be times when you will experience setbacks and difficulties. How do you weather adversity? We need to develop resili …
1 Corinthians 11:23-29 “The Lord’s Supper is a symbolic act of obedience whereby members of the church, through partaking of the bread and the fruit of the vine, memorialize the death of the Redeemer and anticipate His second coming.” (The Baptist Faith and Message, p. 14) Christians have gathered f …
Matthew 28:18-20 Series: The Big Five This morning we conclude our sermon series titled: “The Big Five”. We are thinking about another of the essentials in the life of a healthy church. In week 1: Worship / week 2: Discipleship / week 3: Ministry / week 4: Fellowship and today the word in week 5 is …
Acts 2:42-47 Series: The Big Five We are in the middle of a study of 5 essentials for a healthy church. The “Big Five” include: worship, discipleship, ministry, fellowship, and evangelism. This morning we are talking about the word – fellowship. Acts 2:42 “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ te …
Matthew 20:28; Mark 10:43; Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 2:3-4 Series: The Big Five We are in the middle of a study of 5 essentials for a healthy church. The “Big Five” include: worship, discipleship, ministry, fellowship, and evangelism. The words – “ministry,” “service,” “helping” – are words that c …
Matthew 4:18-22 Series: The Big Five Last week we began a five-part message series called – “The Big Five.” Over the next few weeks we are going to continue to explore five priorities in the church. Healthy churches are intentional when it comes to: Worship, Discipleship, Ministry, Fellowship, and E …
Psalm 145 Series: The Big Five In the state of Utah you have what is often referred to as – “The Mighty Five.” Spread across that western state you will find five National Parks – Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion. Every year thousands of tourist come to take in the sights of …
Psalm 119:9-16 Quotes by Howard Hendricks: “The Bible was written not to satisfy your curiosity but to help you conform to Christ’s image. Not to make you a smarter sinner but to make you like the Savior. Not to fill your head with a collection of biblical facts but to transform your life.” “The Bib …
Amos 5:4-24 Have you read the Old Testament book of Amos? What do you know about the prophet Amos? A few things to know about Amos: He was a shepherd by trade. He didn’t come from a long line of prophets. He was from the southern kingdom (Judah) but he prophesied against the northern tribe (Israel). …
Rom 12:1-2 & 12:3-21 NIV V1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, Holy and pleasing to God – This is your spiritual (reasonable) act of worship. V2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the rene …
Introduction The Bible has a lot to say on the subject of prayer. Ephesians 6:18 “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.” Context: In Ephesians 6:10-12 – we see the enemy against which …
Matthew 6:25-33 & Philippians 4:6-7 What stresses you out? The truth is we all have days and seasons when we feel stress and anxiety. The world is volatile and unpredictable. Everything in our life can be going just fine and then it suddenly changes, and we feel the pressure of life circumstance …
This morning we continue our four-part message series. During the month of July, we are studying about: God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and the Church. Matthew 16:13-19 Warren Wiersbe: “The greatest wonder that God has on earth is the wonder of His church.” Note the following: The foundation of the Chu …
John 14:16-17, 26; Acts 1:8; Romans 8:26; Galatians 5:22-23 This morning we continue our four-part message series. During the month of July, we are studying about: God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and the Church. Today we are thinking about the third person of the Trinity – the Holy Spirit. John 14:16-1 …
All of His life, Jesus was confronted with questions, the trivial, even the sometimes meaningless questions came his way. In our text, Jesus Himself asked a question. In the midst of human questioning came a divine question. This same question persist down through the centuries. It is a question of …
Psalm 47:2, 63:2, 96:4, 126:3, 147:5 Four-week teaching series: Week 1: “A Look at God” Week 2: “A Look at Jesus” Week 3: “A Look at the Holy Spirit” Week 4: “A Look at the Church” A.W. Tozer Quote: ‘What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.’ Note …
Mark 12:28-32 What is the most important thing in your life? What is a priority to you? During Jesus’ day a religious scribe came to Jesus with a question. In Mark 12:28 the scribe asked – “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” We should understand that the Old Testament contained …
1. Focus on the Who, not the what. (Matthew 14:22-33) 2. Trust in the promises of God. Here’s a great resource that allows you to focus on one promise every week: https://www.lwf.org/promises-of-god 3. Rest in the sovereignty of God. (Bonus Content: Search YouTube — after the sermon — for “Soverei …
Psalm 37 Do you ever need direction for your life? Psalm 37 is a psalm of David. It provides a guide or a blueprint for life. You can find direction for your future in the message of this helpful chapter. Note just a few verses from the beginning of the psalm. Psalm 37:3-5 “Trust in the LORD and do …
1 Peter 5 Introduction The book of 1 Peter was written to give hope to Christians who were suffering for following Christ. This relatively short book of 5 chapters and 105 verses is relevant for those that follow Christ in the 21st century. The closing chapter of the book addresses three audiences. …
1 Peter 4:7-11 How do you live your life? What are you focused on each day? Where does most of your time and money go? Are you happy with your life? Do you ever think about more than the present? In chapter 4, Peter affirms the nearness of the end of all things. The Bible makes clear this world wil …
1 Peter 3 Introduction We are in the middle of a study of the New Testament book of 1 Peter. We should understand that Peter addressed his readers as “aliens and strangers” who live in the midst of a pagan society (2:11-12). Christians live in the world, but are not of this world. Living out your …
1 Peter 2:1-3 Get rid of wrong attitudes that will hinder your spiritual life. – (1 Peter 2:1) Five attitudes to avoid. Key words to study: malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, slander. Asking the hard question. Add right practices that will help you grow spiritually. – (1 Peter 2:2-3) Crave God’s Word …
1 Peter 1 The book of 1 Peter is written to churches in ancient Asia Minor (modern day Turkey). The writer is the apostle Peter. Many rich themes comprise the five chapters and 105 verses of this New Testament letter. One of the great messages that grows out of this book is the reality that Christi …
Psalm 145 Introduction Today we stop and recognize the 75 year history of Park Hill Baptist Church. It was in April of 1947 that a solid base of charter members came together to establish this church. As I read back through some church history, I was stuck by the following comment: “From the first, …
John 20:1-18 Introduction Happy Easter! I’m thankful you are in worship. All across the globe today Christians are joining together and declaring that Jesus is risen! He is risen indeed. We have something and someone to celebrate. The resurrection of Jesus is a big deal. All four gospel writers ment …
Luke 24:13-35 Mark 16:12-14 1 Peter 1:6-9 John 20:29 Matthew 18:20 1.___________________________________________________________________ 2.___________________________________________________________________ 3.___________________________________________________________________ …
Luke 19:1-10 Introduction Stories are powerful. I think that’s why people like to go to the movies or read a good book. Stories move our hearts and reframe our lives. The Bible tells the story of a man name Zacchaeus. All kinds of elements are found in this story: money, greed, power, personality cl …
John 4 Introduction John’s gospel records meetings and conversations that Jesus had with a variety of people. Today we read about an encounter that Jesus had with a Samaritan woman. This woman’s life was less than perfect. She had a troubled life with plenty of setbacks. In typical Jesus fashion, he …
John 3:1-18 Introduction We are in the middle of a five-part message series titled: “Encounters with Jesus.” In John 3, we find the record of Jesus in a conversation with a man named Nicodemus. This is one of the most well-known exchanges in the Bible. There are a lot of important questions to answ …
John 2:1-11 Introduction Week before last we began a five-part message series titled: “Encounters with Jesus.” In the gospel of John we find Jesus meeting all kinds of people. Jesus was not a recluse. He actively sought out conversations and experiences with people of his day. In John 2, we find th …
John 1:43-51 Introduction Today we begin a new message series called – Encounters with Jesus. Over the next five weeks we are going to be looking at some of the conversations and experiences that Jesus had with people in the gospel of John. It’s impossible to study the life of Jesus without noticing …
Matthew 6:5-15 5) And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6) But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Fa …
Selected Psalms Introduction Augustine: (the early church father) “The Christian should be an alleluia from head to foot.” The word “Hallelujah” which is translated “praise the Lord”, occurs numerous times in the psalms. It is one of the rich words of Scripture. The word …
1 Thessalonians 1:4-10 Introduction The Situation: Paul wrote this letter while he was in the middle of his second missionary journey. He had left Thessalonica and after a short stop in Athens, moved on to Corinth. So from Corinth he penned this letter, probably the first of his recorded letters ar …
John 15:12-17 Introduction The last words a person speaks are important. In John 15, we have part of Jesus’ farewell address. His death on the cross is about to take place. Jesus shares with his disciples the things that are of most importance. He tells his disciples to love one another. This messag …
Psalm 46 Introduction The Psalms served as the songbook of God’s ancient church. Psalm 46 is both helpful and timeless. It is written against the backdrop of a world in crisis and turmoil. The psalmist describes a world that is falling apart: the earth cracks, the mountain topple over, the seas roar …
Luke 15 Introduction Have you ever been lost? You can feel lost in a strange city, a room full of people that you don’t know, or a sudden job change. Luke 15 tells the story of three things that were lost – a sheep, a coin, a son. The good news is that God cares about that which is lost. More than a …
Psalm 119 Introduction This Psalm is sometimes labeled “the song of the Word.” Psalm 119. The longest chapter in the Bible. Psalm 119 is an alphabetic acrostic psalm, consisting of twenty-two stanzas of eight verses each. The psalm uses 8 words for God’s Law: “Law” (25 times), “Word” (24 times), “La …
Introduction 2022 is about to begin. Here are some simple, biblical, and practical suggestions for approaching the year ahead. Note: We should live one day at a time – (Psalm 118:24) We should give ourselves to others – (John 13:15) We should learn to forgive and forget – (Philippians …
John 1:1-3, 14 Introduction People want and need a sense of hope. Christianity is a message of hope. As Christmas approaches and the end of the year is in sight, are you living with hope? Theologian, J.I. Packer said it this way: “The Christmas message is that there is hope for humanity, hope of par …
Introduction The Christmas season brings a lot of stress and pressure. Schedules are jammed with activities, finances are stretched, travel is complicated, and expectations of others are difficult to live up to. Do you ever just want to say – enough? When the calm of Christmas is lost and replaced b …
Series: “Christmas Is….” Introduction The Christmas season is marked by four great words: Joy, Peace, Hope, Love. This morning we are focused on the word – joy. The message of Jesus’ birth is marked by joy. Luke 2:10 “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cau …
Acts 2:42-47 “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their po …
1 Thessalonians 5:18 Introduction We are only a few days away from celebrating Thanksgiving Day. Traditionally Thanksgiving Day activities revolve around family, food, and football. The Bible is replete with expressions and passages of thanksgiving. One such reference is in: 1 Thessalo …
Directions Directional signs are posted alongside highways. When you cook a meal for the first time you usually follow the directions given in a recipe. Sometimes grandparents are known for passing down wisdom and directions to their grandchildren. God’s Word provides directions for life. I like wha …
Do you worry? Anxiety, problems, and unexpected circumstances come to all of us. Worries come in different forms. You may worry about the economy, the health of someone you love, aging parents, what someone said about you, money, your marriage, terrorism, or even how you are going to die. In the mi …
Proverbs 14:17 – A quick-tempered person does foolish things. Proverbs 29:11 – Fools give full vent to their rage. Ephesians 4:26-27 – “In your anger do not sin; Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, (27) and do not give the devil a foothold.” James 1:19-21 – “My dear brothers and si …
Psalm 56:1-4 (1) “Be merciful to me, my God, for my enemies are in hot pursuit; all day long they press their attack. (2) My adversaries pursue me all day long; in their pride many are attacking me. (3) When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. (4) In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am no …
Hebrews 12:14-15 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. Bitterness can grow in our lives and cause damag …
The Bible contains numerous biographies. One of the leaders in the early Christian church was a man the New Testament identifies as Stephen. The book of Acts provides several snapshots of this man’s life. Perhaps by looking at his life we can gain some insight for living out the faith in today’s cul …
INTRODUCTION Attitude is a huge part of life. Pride will trip you up and pull you down in life Warren Wiersbe: “The great sin of the Pharisee was hypocrisy based on pride. Their religion was external, not internal. It was to impress people, not to please God. They bound people with heavy burdens wh …
Introduction Key verse: “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. (John 15:5) Context: In John’s Gospel you will find seven “I Am” statements of Jesus: Bread of Life (ch. 6), Light of the World (ch. 8), Gate ( …
Introduction Attitude is all-important. “The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it. And so it is with you … we are in charge of our Attitudes.” Charles R. Swindoll Scriptures: …
Matthew 6:5-15 5) And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6) But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to …
Introduction One of the most majestic passages in Scripture is Psalm 8. This psalm has been labeled “a hymn of creation praise.” Notice that the psalm begins and ends with praise. Consider God Think about God’s name – (8:1) Think about God’s glory – (8:1) Think about …
No one is exempt from struggles with resentment and anger – (Jonah 4:1) The depth of God’s mercy is truly amazing – (Jonah 4:2) God loves people more than anything – (Jonah 4:11)
Life can leave you stressed out with seemingly no place to go – (Jonah 2:2) God specializes in helping us when we face hopeless situations – (Jonah 2:6) The value of gratitude and praise in your life – (Jonah 2:9)
A few introductory comments from the book of Jonah. The book of Jonah is small in size, just 48 verses. Jonah is one of the 12 minor prophets of the Old Testament. This is the story of a runaway prophet and a redemptive God. The book of Jonah contains life lessons and rich spiritual teaching. R.T …
Acts 5:42 “Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Christ.” Jesus as Lamb Jesus as Life Jesus as Lord
Children are a responsibility Children are a joy/pain. Children are a link to the future Tell them your spiritual story
What does it mean? How do we prepare? How do we act? Why do we do it? Who should do it?
Introduction The book of Daniel is composed in approximately equal parts, of stories and visions – six stories (ch. 1-6) and four visions (ch. 7-12). It has the background around the year 605 B.C. Babylon was quickly becoming the dominant power in the region under the rule of Nebuchadnezzar …
Get alone with God Make prayer an immediate response Keep prayer honest Be bold in prayer
A pattern of sin A wrong motivation A lack of faith An unforgiving spirit A broken relationship
Matthew 6:9-13 “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, (10) your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. (11) Give us today our daily bread. (12) And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. (13) And lead us not in …
Question: Could your life or the people in your life benefit if you were to grow in the area of prayer? Matthew 6:5-8 “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have receiv …
1 Samuel 1:1-20 Hannah’s Dilemma Hannah’s Petition Hannah’s Deliverance
(Message by Garrick D. Conner, Discipleship Pastor) Today we’re talking about what to do when disappointment comes. We basically have two options or growth tracks when it comes to disappointment. We can grow bitter, or we can grow better. How to Grow Bitter When Disappointment Comes Grumble and Groa …
The exiled people felt: Discouraged Hopeless Lost Cut-off Definition of Revival: “Revival is that strange and sovereign work of God in which He visits His own people – restoring, reanimating, and releasing them into the fullness of His blessing.” – Dr. Stephen Olford The problem that Ezekiel faced …
Habakkuk 1:2-4; 1:5; 1:12-17; 2:1-3; 3:2; 3:17-19 Acts 13:38-41 5 Things Habakkuk Did that we need to do: Get Alone with God! Habakkuk 2:1 Wait Patiently on God! Habakkuk 2:1 Watch to see what God will say! Habakkuk 2:1 Wrote Down what God said! Habakkuk 2:2-3 Praised Him! Habakkuk 3:2 We need to …
Scripture references: Nehemiah 6:15-16, 8:1-6, 12:27, 40 The beauty of a person who has a heart for others The courage to act when God calls you to a task The impact that one person can make with their life
There is an unending opportunity to bless other people – (Nehemiah 2:2) There is a certainty of negative voices in your life – (Nehemiah 2:10) There is a common need for support when life get difficult – (Nehemiah 2:4-9) There is a tremendous power in teamwork – (Nehemiah 2:17-18)
Who was Nehemiah? What was Nehemiah? Where was Nehemiah? When was Nehemiah? The book of Nehemiah speaks to: Walls People Worship The Basics of Worship: Praise of God Confession of sin Asking & Petitioning
Point # 1: When we lose hope all of life becomes blurry Point # 2: Jesus walks alongside us in difficult times Point # 3: Invite Jesus into your life and find lasting joy
Key words: “a great crowd” Key word: “feast” Key word: “Hosanna” Takeaway one: We should live humbly. Takeaway two: Are you a fan or a follower of Jesus Christ? Takeaway three: Stay on track with your life.
A strong warning A strong enemy A strong test A strong response
His preparation His preaching His proof Four principles: Encountering the real Jesus means life can never be the same. Deep repentance is the key to personal life change. A spiritual life that commands attention centers on truth and proof. No matter how bad our co …
We live in a world that is enamored by that which is new. In the Greek language there are two primary words for the word new. A new song – (Psalm 96:1) “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.” Moses and Miriam song – Exodus 15 David’s song – 2 Samuel 22 Levites sang – N …
The City: Thessalonica was a thriving metropolis in the first century. The city was located on the superhighway of it’s time the – Via Egnatia – which brought people from the east to the west. Travelers literally poured into Thessalonica. At one point the city grew to be some 200,000 people. …
1 Peter 5:7 “Casting all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” You may approach God with your concerns. You may be assured of God’s concern for you.
Acts 26:12-16 1. God desires to have an encounter with you. 2. God has a purpose for you to fulfill. 3. God is already at work and invites you to join Him. 4. Check Yes or No.
Acts 2:42-47 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their pos …
Every day we make dozens if not hundreds of decisions. Some decisions are simple and others are complex. Note the following important decisions: Will you follow Jesus wholeheartedly? Will you honor God with your money? Will …
Ephesians 4:29-32 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. (30) And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. (31) Get rid …
Matthew 7:24-29 (24) “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. (25) The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the …
Mark 4:35-41 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” (36) Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. (37) A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it w …
Romans 12:1-2 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. (2) Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you wil …
Romans 15:13 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Our need of hope Our source of hope Our ultimate hope …
Galatians 4:4-7 Christmas teaches us about God’s timing – (4:4) Christmas teaches us about the depth of God’s love – (4:5) Christmas teaches us about a new status – (4:6-7)
“But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” A joyful announcement Joy is central to the Christian life Reasons for joy this Christmas
Note the following: Christmas reminds us that God came near One of the words that comes out of Christmas is the word – PEACE. We live in a world filled with fears and worry Practical ways for finding more peace
Multitudes reached by the gospel Multitudes actively worshiping Jesus
I. Our Attitude of Thanks-living A. Paul’s attitude modeled for us. B. Our attitude of Thanks-living is not always easy to do. C. Our attitude is our responsibility. Psalm 100 “Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; Come before Him with …
BLUEPRINT: THE CHURCH WHAT IS THE CHURCH? ACTS 2:42-47 NLT THE CHURCH SHOULD TEACH BIBLICAL TRUTH and EQUIP GOD’S PEOPLE to do HIS WORK! Ephesians 4:1-16 NLT THE CHURCH SHOULD ENCOURAGE ONE ANOTHER and LOVE ONE ANOTHER! Romans 12:9-16 NLT THE CHURCH SHOULD COMMIT to SPREAD THE GOSPEL! Acts 1:8 NLT T …
Matthew 22:36-40, John 13:34-35 1. As we engage our culture That we have to be on the same side That we have to have the same ideas That we have to be from the same place That we have to believe the same things That we have to act the same way •Woman at the Well – John 4 Nicodemus – John 3 Zacchaeus …
Today the Church gathers — many of them on Sundays — to read and study the Bible together. Many gather in beautiful buildings just as we are doing today. Others gather in storefront locations. Still others gather secretly in house churches, because studying Scripture is illegal where they are. Her …
“May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.” The person of the cross The power of the cross The purpose of the cross …
Psalm 139:23-24 1. What does refining look like for us? 2. What does God’s refining do? Bottom line: Refining tears us away from our selfish desires – It purifies us Builds us up in our dependence on God 3. Will you ask God to refine you?
Over the last three weeks we have been studying from the book of Philippians. A small New Testament letter comprised of 4 chapters and 104 verses. Each week we have been trying to capture the chapter that we are reading in one word. Themes: Wk. 1 – Perspective Wk. 2 – Humility Wk. 3 – Advancement …
Live with a sense of contagious joy – (3:1) Regularly check your life’s ledger – (3:4-11) Live life with a holy determination – (3:12-14) Remember the anticipation of heaven (3:20-21)
In Philippians 2, Paul speaks about unity, humility, and teamwork. Each of these qualities is needed in the church and in our individual lives. Problems come when there is an absence of these qualities. Remember that one of the strong themes that runs through the book of Philippians is that of joy. …
What do you know about the book of Philippians? Here are a few helpful starters to understanding the background of the book: Philippians: A very personal letter. A prison letter (along with Ephesians, Colossians, Philemon) The book contains a motif or theme of joy. This may very well be Paul’ …
Let’s be honest 2020 hasn’t been the year we all wanted or dreamed it would be. I’ve been down as many of us have! But, I’m encouraged today: What is encouraging to me is to know that God is still in control and He is still in the loving and saving business! Hurricane Laura came through the Louisia …
“Learning to Pray” Luke 11:1-13 Prayer is something we have to learn. In Luke 11 Jesus teaches on prayer. He does this in two ways. First, He gives us a basic course on prayer – you know it as the model prayer or the Lord’s prayer. (11:2-4) This is a very basic pattern for prayer. We ought t …
Fearless: Living in Light of Eternity Scriptures Referenced: John 16:33; 2 Tim. 2:3; Rom. 8:14-17; James 1:2-3; 2 Tim. 3:1-5; Matt. 24:36; 2 Tim. 3:12-15; 2 Tim. 4:1-5; Is. 41:10; Ps. 46:1-3; Ps. 27:1 1. God doesn’t tell us everything we want to know, but He tells us everything we need to know. …
“Legacy: Passing the Torch of Faith” 2 Timothy 2:1-26 We’ve all seen relay races where runners run and pass a baton to their teammate as they make their way around the track. And you know how important it is for those runners in the moment of exchanging the baton not to drop the baton. To do so is t …
The Core Go Make Disciples Matthew 4:18 – 20 The Call is for ALL of us The Great Command Matthew 22:36 – 40 The New Command John 13:34 & 35 The Great Commission Matthew 28:18 – 20 What this looks like for PHBC Connect Connect with God and with others – Go and make disciples of a …
“Friendship” 1 Samuel 18:1-4 & selected Proverbs David and Jonathan had a kindred spirit in God. The friendship these two men had went deep. Chuck Swindoll mentions four qualities that marked their friendship. A willingness to sacrifice A loyal defense An accepting heart A consistent encourageme …
“Jesus” John 21:25 “Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them were written down, I suppose that even the whole world would not have room for the books that would be written.” Jesus: his mission from eternity Jesus: his call to surrender and discipleship …
“God’s Will for Your Life” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 There are some aspects of God’s will that are mysteries. We don’t always fully know the ways and aspects of how God is at work in our life or in the world around us. With that said, today we are looking at three things that are part of God’s will fo …
“Words Taming the Tongue” James 3 Christian Theologian John Stott has said: “Cows can moo, dogs bark, donkeys bray, pigs grunt, lambs bleat, lions roar, monkeys squeal, and birds sing, but only human beings can speak.” The gift of speech is unique to those who are made in the image of God. This morn …
“Storms” Acts 27 The reality of storms God is with us in the storms Storms and the development of spiritual character
Sunday, July 5, 2020 “Stress: Storms of Anxiety” Psalm 23:1-3 The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Bring your weariness and find r …
Sunday, June 28, 2020 “Onesiphorus: Refresher” 2 Timothy 1:16-18 The meaning of his name – (1:16) The facts of his life – (1:16-18) The characteristics of his life – (1:17-18) He was an extra-miler He practiced kindness He was a worthy example
“The Challenge of Fatherhood” Ephesians 6:4 Fatherhood’s “Do Nots” Fatherhood’s “Do’s”
“Final Words” 1 John 5 In Christ we have a new status In Christ we have a new life In Christ we have a new confidence
“Trademark” 1 John 4:7-12, 19-20 Love is the supreme characteristic of a Christian (4:7-8) Jesus is the great expression of love to the world (4:9-10) Christ-followers are to exhibit a supreme love (4:11-12)