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Category Wisdom

How To Live In These Perilous Times

August 1, 2021, Posted in Bible, Salvation, Sanctification, Service, Transformation, Truth, Wisdom | No comments

HOW TO LIVE IN THESE PERILOUS TIMES

2 Timothy 3:1-17

Truth: We are to turn away from the wrong. We are to follow those who are true. We are to Continue in the holy Word of God. How will you live in these perilous times?

I. WE ARE TO TURN AWAY FROM THE WRONG

  1. Those who are lovers of themselves. 2 Tim 3:1-5. Rom 1:28-32
  2. Those who reject God and truth. 2 Tim 3:6-9; 13; Titus 1:11

II. WE ARE TO FOLLOW THOSE WHO ARE TRUE

  1. Those who teach true doctrine. 2 Tim 3:10; 1 Cor 2:1-5
  2. Those who practice what they preach. 2 Tim 3:10
  3. Those who purpose to give God the glory. Eph 3:21
  4. Those who are willing to suffer. 2 Tim 3:11-12; Psa 34:19

III. WE ARE TO CONTINUE IN THE HOLY WORD OF GOD

  1. We know they are Holy Scripture. 2 Tim 3:14-15; 1 Thess 2:13
  2. We know the Scripture made us wise unto salvation. 2 Tim 3:15; John 5:39
  3. We know the Scripture are inspired and revealed to us by God. 2 Tim 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21
  4. We know the Scripture are profitable for doctrine (what is right), for reproof (what is not right), for correction (how to get right), and for instruction in righteousness (how to stay right). 2 Tim 3:16. John 17:17
  5. The Scripture equip us for service. 2 Tim 3:17; 2 Tim 2:21. John 17:17-19.

HOW WILL YOU LIVE IN THESE PERILOUS TIMES?

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How We Learn From Godly Moms

May 9, 2021, Posted in Disciple, Faith, Hope, Love, Sacrifice, Service, Submission, Wisdom | No comments

HOW WE LEARN FROM GODLY MOMS

Proverbs 31:1,10, 26-31

Truth: Godly moms teach us to know the Lord. Godly moms are not perfect. Godly moms never quit. Thank God for godly moms.

I. GODLY MOMS TEACH US TO KNOW THE LORD

  1. Godly moms have salvation. 2 Tim 1:5, Luke 1:5-6, Luke 1:45
  2. Godly moms talk about the Lord. Luke 1:46-50
  3. Godly moms teach us about the Lord. 2 Tim 3:15

II. GODLY MOMS ARE NOT PERFECT

  1. Moms sometimes push too hard. John 2:4-5
  2. Moms sometimes want to much for their kids. Matt 20:20-23
  3. Moms sometimes underestimate their kids. Luke 8:19-21; Phil 4:19

III. GODLY MOMS NEVER QUIT

  1. Godly moms never quit on the Lord. 1 Sam 1:10-11
  2. Godly moms never quit on their kids. Matt 15:22-28
  3. Godly moms go the distance with their kids. John 19:25-27

THANK GOD FOR GODLY MOMS

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Living In The Power Of God’s Word

May 2, 2021, Posted in Bible, Faith, Power, Reconciliation, Salvation, Sanctification, Sin, Submission, Transformation, Wisdom | No comments

LIVING IN THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD

Romans 12:1-2

Truth: Hearing God’s Word brings salvation. Studying God’s Word brings transformation. Living God’s Word brings sanctification. Are you living in the power of God’s Word?

I. HEARING GOD’S WORD BRINGS SALVATION

  1. God’s Word is powerful. Heb 4:12
  2. God’s Word reveals sin. James 2:10; Gal 3:22
  3. God’s Word brings faith. Rom 10:17. Rom 10:9-13

II. STUDYING GOD’S WORD BRINGS TRANSFORMATION

  1. God’s Word teaches doctrine. (What is right.) 2 Tim 3:16
  2. God’s Word teaches reproof. (What is not right.) Psa 119:11
  3. God’s Word teaches correction. (How to get right.) 1 John 1:8-9
  4. God’s Word teaches instruction in righteousness. (How to stay right.) Psa 119:105

III. LIVING GOD’S WORD BRINGS SANCTIFICATION

  1. Commitment to the Word of God will empower you. John 17:17-19; 16:13-15
  2. Commitment to Christ through action brings Holy Spirit power to our lives. John 14:21-23,26

ARE YOU LIVING IN THE POWER OF GOD’S WORD?

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The Blessings Of Church Membership

April 25, 2021, Posted in Church Membership, Disciple, Love, Praise, Prayer, Wisdom, Worship | No comments

THE BLESSINGS OF CHURCH MEMBERSHIP

Hebrews 10:23-25

Truth: Our church gives us a place to worship. Our church gives us a place to serve. The church gives us a place be served. I s your church membership a blessing to you?

I. OUR CHURCH GIVES US A PLACE TO WORSHIP

  1. Sing songs of praise with the saints. Psa 100:1-2; Col 3:16
  2. To testify of and hear testimonies of the goodness of God. Psa 107:2
  3. Pray to God for the many needs. 1 Tim 2:8; Acts 4:31
  4. Hear the preaching and teaching of God’s Word. 2 Tim 3:15-17

II. OUR CHURCH GIVES A PLACE TO SERVE

  1. A place to use our spiritual gifts. 1 Peter 4:10-11
  2. A place to encourage one another in the Lord. Heb 10:25
  3. A place to give our tithes and offerings. Mal. 3:8-10, Matt 23:23

III. OUR CHURCH IS A PLACE TO BE SERVED

  1. A place to give and receive love. Heb 10:24, 1 Peter 1:22; Rom 16:16
  2. A place to study and grow in the Lord. 1 Tim 2:15
  3. A place to receive discipleship. 2 Tim 2:2

IS YOUR CHURCH MEMBERSHIP A BLESSING TO YOU?

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Being A Disciple Of Jesus

January 17, 2021, Posted in Bible, Disciple, God's Will, Holy Spirit, Reconciliation, Salvation, Sin, Submission, Truth, Wisdom | No comments

BEING A DISCIPLE OF JESUS

Matthew 5:13-20

Truth: A disciple of Jesus knows Jesus. A disciple of Jesus knows all about Jesus. A disciple of Jesus knows how to live for Jesus. Are you a disciple of Christ?

I. A DISCIPLE OF JESUS KNOWS JESUS

  1. A disciple of Jesus knows when they were lost. Matt 5:2-5
  2. A disciple of Jesus knows they need to repent of their sins and put their faith in the Lord Jesus for salvation. Matt 3:2, Matt 4:17; Acts 2:38; Acts 20:21
  3. A disciple of Jesus knows they have been saved. Matt 5:6; Rom 5:5; 1 Tim 1:12

II. A DISCIPLE OF JESUS KNOWS ALL ABOUT JESUS

  1. A disciple knows the Word of Christ. Matt 5:13, John 8:31-32
  2. A disciple knows the will of God. Matt 5:14-16, 1 Thess 5:18
  3. A disciple knows the wisdom of the Holy Spirit. Matt 5:6, John 14:26

III. A DISCIPLE OF JESUS KNOWS HOW TO LIVE FOR JESUS

  1. Disciples of Christ are the salt of the earth. Matt 5:13, James 1:27
  2. Disciples of Christ are the light of the world. Matt 5:16,1 Peter 2:12
  3. Disciples of Christ are righteous in Christ! Matt 5:20, Rom 10:3-4

ARE YOU BEING A DISCIPLE FOR JESUS?

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Prayer That Changes Things

September 13, 2020, Posted in Bible, Prayer, Reconciliation, Salvation, Wisdom, Worship | No comments

PRAYER THAT CHANGES THINGS

Luke 11:1-13

Truth: True prayer speaks to God in His language. Prayer changes things. True Prayer brings power into our lives. Does your prayer change things?

I. TRUE PRAYER SPEAKS TO GOD IN HIS LANGUAGE

  1. Jesus prayed to God the Father and taught His disciples to pray. Luke 11:1- 2, Matt 6:9
  2. True prayer depends on a spiritual relationship with God that enables us to call Him “Father,” and this can come only through faith in Jesus Christ. Luke 11:2, Rom 8:14-17
  3. True Prayer always includes the will of God. Luke 11:2, John 6:38, Matt 26:39

II. TRUE PRAYER BRINGS CHANGE

  1. Prayer reminds us God provides our daily needs. Luke 11:3, James 1:17, Phil 4:19
  2. Prayer brings forgiveness for our sins. Luke 11:4, 1 John 1:9, Psa 51:10, 12
  3. Prayer brings leadership for our daily walk. Luke 11:4, Psa 119:105, John 16:13
  4. Prayer reminds me to consistently seek God’s help. Luke 11:5-8

III. TRUE PRAYER BRINGS POWER INTO OUR LIVES

  1. Keep on asking, keep on seeking, keep on knocking, God will answer your prayer. Luke 11:9-10, John 15:7, 1 John 3:22
  2. God our Father wants to empower our lives to work out His will. Luke 11:11-13, John 14:21, Acts 1:8, Heb 4:12

DOES YOUR PRAYER CHANGE THINGS?

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The Holy Spirit Is At Work

July 12, 2020, Posted in Bible, Holy Spirit, Justification, Salvation, Sin, Trust, Truth, Wisdom | No comments

THE HOLY SPIRIT IS AT WORK

John 15:26-16:15

Truth: The Holy Spirit Comforts the Church. The Holy Spirit reproves through the church. The Holy Spirit teaches the church. Is the Holy Spirit working in you?

I. THE HOLY SPIRIT COMFORTS THE CHURCH

  1. The world will hate and persecute the church. John 15:18-25, 16:1-4
  2. The Holy Spirit will comfort and empower the church. John 15:26, Gal 5:16, Phil 3:3, Acts 1:8

THE HOLY SPIRIT REPROVES THROUGH THE CHURCH

  1. The church is the witness. John 15:27, John 16:5-7
  2. The Holy Spirit is the prosecuting attorney. John 16:8-11
  3. The Holy Spirit convicts the sinner of sin, righteousness, and judgement. John 16:9-11, John 3:18-21

III. THE HOLY SPIRIT TEACHES THE CHURCH

  1. The Holy Spirit teaches the church truth. John 16:13, John 14:26, John 17:17
  2. The Holy Spirit guides the church into all truth. John 16:13, John 14:17, 1 John 2:20
  3. The Holy Spirit will teach His church about things to come. John 16:14-15

IS THE HOLY SPIRIT WORKING IN AND THROUGH YOU?

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How Can I Help In These Times

July 5, 2020, Posted in Bible, Evangelism, God's Will, Hope, Salvation, Service, Truth, Wisdom | No comments

HOW I CAN HELP IN THESE TIMES

Psalm 25:1-14, 21

Truth: Follow the Lord. Seek His answers. Share His truth. Are helping or hurting where you are?

I. FOLLOW THE LORD

  1. Know you are saved. Psalm 25:1-2, 2 Tim 1:12
  2. Thank the Lord that you are saved. Psalm 25:3-5, Psalm 116:1
  3. Tell the world you are saved. Psalm 25:5, Psalm 107:2

II. SEEK HIS WILL

  1. Ask for His wisdom. Psalm 25:5, James 1:5, Matt 7:7
  2. Know His will in His Word. Psalm 25:6-14, Psalm 119:105
  3. Do His will. Psalm 25:21, Phil 2:12-13

III. SHARE HIS TRUTH

  1. Preach or teach Jesus. 1 Tim 1:15, Eph 2:8
  2. Teach how to be saved. Rom 10:17, Rom 10:8-13
  3. Teach new believer to follow the Lord. Matt 28:19-20

ARE YOU HELPING WHERE YOU ARE?

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