Friendly Chapel PFWB Church: Recent Episodes
Pastor Elvin Butts
November 17, 2024: “Faith and Hope: Anchors for the Soul”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name”Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“As The Deer/Nothing But The Blood”Message: “Faith and Hope: Anchors for the Soul”Faith asks use to believe in the unseen, to trust in God even when we don’t have all the answers. Hope call sis to expect good things from God, even when our present reality seems discouraging. How do we hold on to faith and hope when everything seems uncertain?Faith is Confidence in What God Has Promised.Hebrews 11:1 (ESV)Hope is Expectation of God’s Future Goodness.Romans 8:24-25 (ESV)Faith and Hope Together Enable Us to Endure.2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (ESV)How can we apply this truth about faith and hope in our lives today?Nurture Your Faith Through God’s Word.Live in Hope, Even in Hardship.Encourage One Another.Press One with Perseverance.Faith and hope are not just feelings - they are powerful forces that can change your life.Response in Song:“Made For More”(Scriptures and points by Rodney Parker)
November 17, 2024: “Faith and Hope: Anchors for the Soul”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name”Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“As The Deer/Nothing But The Blood”Message: “Faith and Hope: Anchors for the Soul”Faith asks use to believe in the unseen, to trust in God even when we don’t have all the answers. Hope call sis to expect good things from God, even when our present reality seems discouraging. How do we hold on to faith and hope when everything seems uncertain?Faith is Confidence in What God Has Promised.Hebrews 11:1 (ESV)Hope is Expectation of God’s Future Goodness.Romans 8:24-25 (ESV)Faith and Hope Together Enable Us to Endure.2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (ESV)How can we apply this truth about faith and hope in our lives today?Nurture Your Faith Through God’s Word.Live in Hope, Even in Hardship.Encourage One Another.Press One with Perseverance.Faith and hope are not just feelings - they are powerful forces that can change your life.Response in Song:“Made For More”(Scriptures and points by Rodney Parker)
November 3, 2024: “A Lesson From God”Call To Worship:“My Lighthouse”Words from the Word: (NLT): Numbers 14:17-19Worship In Song:“Same God”“So Will I/Do It Again”Message: “A Lesson From God”Hebrews 12:3-13 (NLT)Romans 8:18 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 4:16-17 (NKJV)Why are Christians disciplined by the Lord?Discipline is a Part of God’s Educational ProcessHebrews 12:10 (NLT)Hebrews 12:14 (NKJV)Discipline is a Proof of a Believer’s Genuine Relationship with God.Hebrews 12:6-8 (NLT)Proverbs 13:24Hebrews 12:7Discipline Teaches Us How to Be RespectfulHebrews 12:9Discipline Produces the Fruit of Right Living.Hebrews 12:11Hebrews 12:12-13The difficulties of life are either sent or permitted by God for their disciplinary value.All of us need discipline; therefore, it should be embraced with humility and gratitude, rather than with resentment and bitterness.We are not alone in this experience for all of God’s children must walk the pathway of discipline.When we are disciplined, it is the surest possible evidence, not of God’s disinterest, but of HIs profound interest, concern, and love of us as members of His royal family.Response in Song:“I Speak Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 3, 2024: “A Lesson From God”Call To Worship:“My Lighthouse”Words from the Word: (NLT): Numbers 14:17-19Worship In Song:“Same God”“So Will I/Do It Again”Message: “A Lesson From God”Hebrews 12:3-13 (NLT)Romans 8:18 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 4:16-17 (NKJV)Why are Christians disciplined by the Lord?Discipline is a Part of God’s Educational ProcessHebrews 12:10 (NLT)Hebrews 12:14 (NKJV)Discipline is a Proof of a Believer’s Genuine Relationship with God.Hebrews 12:6-8 (NLT)Proverbs 13:24Hebrews 12:7Discipline Teaches Us How to Be RespectfulHebrews 12:9Discipline Produces the Fruit of Right Living.Hebrews 12:11Hebrews 12:12-13The difficulties of life are either sent or permitted by God for their disciplinary value.All of us need discipline; therefore, it should be embraced with humility and gratitude, rather than with resentment and bitterness.We are not alone in this experience for all of God’s children must walk the pathway of discipline.When we are disciplined, it is the surest possible evidence, not of God’s disinterest, but of HIs profound interest, concern, and love of us as members of His royal family.Response in Song:“I Speak Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 27, 2024: “Making Friends Becoming Family”Call To Worship:“He Has Made Me Glad”“Look What The Lord Has Done”Words from the Word: (NLT): Luke 15:4-7Worship In Song:“Praise”“Honey In The Rock”Offering Song:“Reckless Love”Special Song for Memorial Service:“You Raise Me Up”Message: “Making Friends Becoming Family”Exodus 33:11 (NKJV)Isaiah 41:8 (NKJV)Matthew 11:18-19 (NKJV)John 15:13-15 (NKJV)Romans 5:6-8 (NKJV)A Genuine Friendship is Personal and Intimate.Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)A Genuine Friend is Someone You Can Trust.John 12:44-46 (NLT)A Genuine Friend Is Someone You Can Talk To.A Genuine Friend is Someone Who Loves You In Spite of Who You Are or What You Have Done.Proverbs 17:17 (NKJV)Proverbs 18:24 (NKJV)A Genuine Friend Is Someone Who Adds Strength To Your Life.Proverbs 27:17 (NKJV)A Genuine Friendship Can Endure Seasons Of Silence.Psalm 46:10 (NLT)A Genuine Friendship Is To Be Guarded.Matthew 22:47-39 (NLT)Romans 8:12-17 (NLT)Luke 15:20-24 (NLT)A Robe: A Symbol of CleansingA Ring: A Symbol of AuthorityA Pair of Sandals: A Symbol of PositionJohn 8:34-36 (NLT)A Feast: A Symbol of JoyLuke 15:10 (NKJV)Faith + Friends + Family = FunResponse in Song:“Holy Spirit”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 27, 2024: “Making Friends Becoming Family”Call To Worship:“He Has Made Me Glad”“Look What The Lord Has Done”Words from the Word: (NLT): Luke 15:4-7Worship In Song:“Praise”“Honey In The Rock”Offering Song:“Reckless Love”Special Song for Memorial Service:“You Raise Me Up”Message: “Making Friends Becoming Family”Exodus 33:11 (NKJV)Isaiah 41:8 (NKJV)Matthew 11:18-19 (NKJV)John 15:13-15 (NKJV)Romans 5:6-8 (NKJV)A Genuine Friendship is Personal and Intimate.Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)A Genuine Friend is Someone You Can Trust.John 12:44-46 (NLT)A Genuine Friend Is Someone You Can Talk To.A Genuine Friend is Someone Who Loves You In Spite of Who You Are or What You Have Done.Proverbs 17:17 (NKJV)Proverbs 18:24 (NKJV)A Genuine Friend Is Someone Who Adds Strength To Your Life.Proverbs 27:17 (NKJV)A Genuine Friendship Can Endure Seasons Of Silence.Psalm 46:10 (NLT)A Genuine Friendship Is To Be Guarded.Matthew 22:47-39 (NLT)Romans 8:12-17 (NLT)Luke 15:20-24 (NLT)A Robe: A Symbol of CleansingA Ring: A Symbol of AuthorityA Pair of Sandals: A Symbol of PositionJohn 8:34-36 (NLT)A Feast: A Symbol of JoyLuke 15:10 (NKJV)Faith + Friends + Family = FunResponse in Song:“Holy Spirit”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 20, 2024: “How To Make It”Call To Worship:“Victory In Jesus”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Philippians 3:12-14Special Songs for Pastor Appreciation:“What A Day That Will Be”“Pastor Song”Worship In Song:“Firm Foundation”“Goodness Of God”Message: “How To Make It”Hebrews 12:1-3; 11:32-39Lay Aside Successful Runners are…DisciplinedConsistentWilling to Make SacrificesDeterminedLay Aside Every WeightLay Aside Every SinProverbs 4:24Joshua 24:14Ephesians 4:31Run With PatienceLook To JesusHow Do We Make It?We lay aside the Weights and Sins that hinder us.We run with Patience the race that is set before us.We Look to Jesus who is the Author and Finisher of our Faith.Response in Song:“Cornerstone”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 20, 2024: “How To Make It”Call To Worship:“Victory In Jesus”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Philippians 3:12-14Special Songs for Pastor Appreciation:“What A Day That Will Be”“Pastor Song”Worship In Song:“Firm Foundation”“Goodness Of God”Message: “How To Make It”Hebrews 12:1-3; 11:32-39Lay Aside Successful Runners are…DisciplinedConsistentWilling to Make SacrificesDeterminedLay Aside Every WeightLay Aside Every SinProverbs 4:24Joshua 24:14Ephesians 4:31Run With PatienceLook To JesusHow Do We Make It?We lay aside the Weights and Sins that hinder us.We run with Patience the race that is set before us.We Look to Jesus who is the Author and Finisher of our Faith.Response in Song:“Cornerstone”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 13, 2024: “What Happens When Faith Is Abused”Call To Worship:“Glorious Day”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 1 Peter 5:8-11Worship In Song:“Graves Into Gardens”“Name Above All Names”Message: “What Happens When Faith Is Abused”Hebrews 11:32Facts About SamsonHe was born into a home of godly parents.He was divinely appointed from his birth to be a special servant of God.He was to be a lifelong Nazarite.Judges 14:14Proverbs 7:27Matthew 26:33-35Samson Lost His HairSamson Lost His StrengthJudges 16:20Revelation 3:15-20Samson Lost His SightSamson Lost His LibertySamson Lost His UsefulnessJudges 16:23-30Lessons LearnedGod calls us, but God doesn’t cause to do stupid things.We ruin our lives by the choices we make.We cannot play with fire and expect not to get burned.Tragic faith can be transformed into victorious faith.Don’t abuse the faith that has been given to you.Response in Song:“Breathe”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 13, 2024: “What Happens When Faith Is Abused”Call To Worship:“Glorious Day”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 1 Peter 5:8-11Worship In Song:“Graves Into Gardens”“Name Above All Names”Message: “What Happens When Faith Is Abused”Hebrews 11:32Facts About SamsonHe was born into a home of godly parents.He was divinely appointed from his birth to be a special servant of God.He was to be a lifelong Nazarite.Judges 14:14Proverbs 7:27Matthew 26:33-35Samson Lost His HairSamson Lost His StrengthJudges 16:20Revelation 3:15-20Samson Lost His SightSamson Lost His LibertySamson Lost His UsefulnessJudges 16:23-30Lessons LearnedGod calls us, but God doesn’t cause to do stupid things.We ruin our lives by the choices we make.We cannot play with fire and expect not to get burned.Tragic faith can be transformed into victorious faith.Don’t abuse the faith that has been given to you.Response in Song:“Breathe”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 6, 2024: “Faith to Face a God Given Challenge”Call To Worship:“The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours)”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Philippians 4:10-13Worship In Song:“Your Are My All In All”“Worthy Of It All”Message: “Faith to Face a God Given Challenge”Hebrews 11:32The CowardJudges 6:11-17God’s Promises to a Cowardly Spirit“The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!”“God in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?”“Surely I will be with you, and you shall defeat the Midianites as one man.”“Peace be with you; do not fear, you shall not die.”The ChallengerJudges 6:25-32The ConquerorGideon had to Conquer his Fear.Judges 6:36-37, 39-40Gideon had to Conquer his Enemies.God’s WeaponsClay Pitchers = Human FleshTorches = Illumination of God’s WordTrumpets = Voices of WitnessFaith versus DoubtDoubt sees obstacles, Faith sees the way!Doubt sees the darkest night, Faith see the day!Doubt dreads to take a step, Faith soars on high!Doubt questions, “Who believes?”, Faith answers, “I!”Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 6, 2024: “Faith to Face a God Given Challenge”Call To Worship:“The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours)”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Philippians 4:10-13Worship In Song:“Your Are My All In All”“Worthy Of It All”Message: “Faith to Face a God Given Challenge”Hebrews 11:32The CowardJudges 6:11-17God’s Promises to a Cowardly Spirit“The Lord is with you, you mighty man of valor!”“God in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?”“Surely I will be with you, and you shall defeat the Midianites as one man.”“Peace be with you; do not fear, you shall not die.”The ChallengerJudges 6:25-32The ConquerorGideon had to Conquer his Fear.Judges 6:36-37, 39-40Gideon had to Conquer his Enemies.God’s WeaponsClay Pitchers = Human FleshTorches = Illumination of God’s WordTrumpets = Voices of WitnessFaith versus DoubtDoubt sees obstacles, Faith sees the way!Doubt sees the darkest night, Faith see the day!Doubt dreads to take a step, Faith soars on high!Doubt questions, “Who believes?”, Faith answers, “I!”Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 29, 2024: “Faith That Can Bring the Walls Down”Call To Worship:“Come Now Is The Time To Worship”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 115Worship In Song:“Rest On Us”“Break Every Chain”Message: “Faith That Can Bring The Walls Down”Hebrews 11:30-31The WallsFalse SecurityJoshua 6:1 (NKJV)PrideProverbs 16:18 (NKJV)FearJoshua 2:8-11 (NKJV)IgnorancePsalm 100:3 (NKJV)2 Peter 3:1-9 (NKJV)IdolatryExodus 20:3-4 (NKJV)MaterialismMatthew 6:24 (NKJV)1 Timothy 6:10 (NKJV)1 John 2:15:17 (NKJV)ImmoralityThe WomanHebrews 11:31 (NKJV)FaithObedienceJudgmentMercy and Grace“By faith the harlot Rahab did not perish with those who did not believe…”John 3:16 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Here Again”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 29, 2024: “Faith That Can Bring the Walls Down”Call To Worship:“Come Now Is The Time To Worship”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 115Worship In Song:“Rest On Us”“Break Every Chain”Message: “Faith That Can Bring The Walls Down”Hebrews 11:30-31The WallsFalse SecurityJoshua 6:1 (NKJV)PrideProverbs 16:18 (NKJV)FearJoshua 2:8-11 (NKJV)IgnorancePsalm 100:3 (NKJV)2 Peter 3:1-9 (NKJV)IdolatryExodus 20:3-4 (NKJV)MaterialismMatthew 6:24 (NKJV)1 Timothy 6:10 (NKJV)1 John 2:15:17 (NKJV)ImmoralityThe WomanHebrews 11:31 (NKJV)FaithObedienceJudgmentMercy and Grace“By faith the harlot Rahab did not perish with those who did not believe…”John 3:16 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Here Again”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 22, 2024: “Faith To Face A Dead-End”Call To Worship:“Victory in Jesus”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 121Worship In Song:“Everlasting God”“Be Still and Know That I Am God”Message: “Faith To Face A Dead-End”Hebrews 11:29Exodus 14:11-18Don’t Be AfraidGenesis 15:1Joshua 8:1Stand StillIsaiah 40:30-31Psalm 46:1-3Psalm 46:10SeeGo ForwardExodus 14:15-181 Corinthians 10:13Exercise Our Faith Not Our FearsStand Still and Don’t RunOpen Our Eyes and See What the Lord is DoingGo ForwardResponse in Song:“Be Still”“Be Still (Red Rocks Worship)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 22, 2024: “Faith To Face A Dead-End”Call To Worship:“Victory in Jesus”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 121Worship In Song:“Everlasting God”“Be Still and Know That I Am God”Message: “Faith To Face A Dead-End”Hebrews 11:29Exodus 14:11-18Don’t Be AfraidGenesis 15:1Joshua 8:1Stand StillIsaiah 40:30-31Psalm 46:1-3Psalm 46:10SeeGo ForwardExodus 14:15-181 Corinthians 10:13Exercise Our Faith Not Our FearsStand Still and Don’t RunOpen Our Eyes and See What the Lord is DoingGo ForwardResponse in Song:“Be Still”“Be Still (Red Rocks Worship)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 15, 2024: “Stand Firm and Pray”Call To Worship:“Alive”Worship In Song:“Here Again”“What A Beautiful Name”Message: “Stand Firm and Pray”Joshua 10:1-14Romans 8:37Stand FirmlyJames 5:16Pray BoldlyIs there something that needs to change is your life? Pray about it.Trust Him for the Outcome(Speaker Student Pastor Rodney Parker)
September 15, 2024: “Stand Firm and Pray”Call To Worship:“Alive”Worship In Song:“Here Again”“What A Beautiful Name”Message: “Stand Firm and Pray”Joshua 10:1-14Romans 8:37Stand FirmlyJames 5:16Pray BoldlyIs there something that needs to change is your life? Pray about it.Trust Him for the Outcome(Speaker Student Pastor Rodney Parker)
September 8, 2024: “Faith to Claim the Promises of God”Call To Worship:“This Is Our God”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 2 Corinthians 1:19-22Worship In Song:“Holy Is The Lord”“The Old Rugged Cross/Forever (We Sing Hallelujah)”Message: “Faith to Claim the Promises of God”Hebrews 11:28Exodus 11:1-7; 12:13The Promise: The PassoverExodus 12:1-2Colossians 1:13The Promise: The Sprinkling of BloodThe Promise: The ConsequencesExodus 12:12-141 Corinthians 11:23-26Communion Song:“I Give You My Heart”Response in Song:“There Is A Redeemer”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 8, 2024: “Faith to Claim the Promises of God”Call To Worship:“This Is Our God”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 2 Corinthians 1:19-22Worship In Song:“Holy Is The Lord”“The Old Rugged Cross/Forever (We Sing Hallelujah)”Message: “Faith to Claim the Promises of God”Hebrews 11:28Exodus 11:1-7; 12:13The Promise: The PassoverExodus 12:1-2Colossians 1:13The Promise: The Sprinkling of BloodThe Promise: The ConsequencesExodus 12:12-141 Corinthians 11:23-26Communion Song:“I Give You My Heart”Response in Song:“There Is A Redeemer”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 1, 2024: “Moses Faith To Face The Battle”Call To Worship:“A Thousand Hallelujahs”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 24Worship In Song:“Glory To His Name”“Thank You Jesus For The Blood”Message: “Moses Faith To Face The Battle”Hebrews 11:27The 1st Plague: Turning the Water into BloodExodus 7:14-23The 2nd Plague: FrogsExodus 8:1-4The 3rd Plague: Turn Dust into LiceExodus 8:16-19The 4th Plague: The FliesExodus 8:20-23, 26-28The 5th Plague: Death of the LivestockExodus 9:1-5The 6th Plague: The BoilsExodus 9:8-12The 7th Plague: The HailExodus 9:13-30The 8th Plague: The LocustExodus 10:1-10The 9th Plague: The DarknessExodus 10:21-27Satan is on the warpath, and he is seeking whom he may devour.Satan is the force behind all of these so-called gods and the chaos that has invaded our world.Satan is the father and author of the lie, so be aware of his crafty ways.Satan is a master manipulator, and he knows how to use the art of compromise for his advantage.Satan is not and will never be more powerful than his Creator, God Almighty.God will have the final word and ultimately put the enemy under his feet.When we put our trust in God, we will have the faith we need to face the battle and finish in victory.(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 1, 2024: “Moses Faith To Face The Battle”Call To Worship:“A Thousand Hallelujahs”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 24Worship In Song:“Glory To His Name”“Thank You Jesus For The Blood”Message: “Moses Faith To Face The Battle”Hebrews 11:27The 1st Plague: Turning the Water into BloodExodus 7:14-23The 2nd Plague: FrogsExodus 8:1-4The 3rd Plague: Turn Dust into LiceExodus 8:16-19The 4th Plague: The FliesExodus 8:20-23, 26-28The 5th Plague: Death of the LivestockExodus 9:1-5The 6th Plague: The BoilsExodus 9:8-12The 7th Plague: The HailExodus 9:13-30The 8th Plague: The LocustExodus 10:1-10The 9th Plague: The DarknessExodus 10:21-27Satan is on the warpath, and he is seeking whom he may devour.Satan is the force behind all of these so-called gods and the chaos that has invaded our world.Satan is the father and author of the lie, so be aware of his crafty ways.Satan is a master manipulator, and he knows how to use the art of compromise for his advantage.Satan is not and will never be more powerful than his Creator, God Almighty.God will have the final word and ultimately put the enemy under his feet.When we put our trust in God, we will have the faith we need to face the battle and finish in victory.(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 25, 2024: “What Difference Do I Make?”Call To Worship:“Better Is One Day”Worship In Song:“Holy Forever”“Fresh Wind”Message: “What Difference Do I Make?”Main Idea:You King has called you to serve.Tension:Abad:1. Work2. Worship3. ServeBy looking at the three meanings of that one word, we can form a more full picture of the difference that God has created us to make.Matthew 22:37-40So, how do we love our neighbors as ourselves? We serve them.Truth:Mark 10:35-38In modern English terms, James and John are asking to be given positions of authority whenever Jesus becomes king. They’re saying, “When you’re sitting on the throne, we want to be your go-to people.”They have no idea how backwards and upside down Jesus’s Kingdom is from the Kingdoms of the world.What are you chasing? Are you chasing power, status, fame, and fortune? Or are you chasing after Jesus? Is your focus on getting power? Or is it on serving people?Mark 10:41The rest of the crew are annoyed at the fact that James and John would ask Jesus to be given these positions of power.Mark 10:42-45Jesus wants us to see that what we are typically grasping for is not the same thing as what He’s calling us to.Being telling us that maybe that’s the way the rest of the world works, but that isn’t how things work in His Kingdom. In the Kingdom of God, greatness comes through service. Making a difference comes through taking the position of a servant and putting the needs of others before our own.Are you more focused on chasing clout or service people? Because, as disciples of Jesus, as citizens of heaven, we have been called to our King to serve. That’s how we make a difference. Because that’s exactly what Jesus did.ApplicationWe serve by giving others our time, treasure, and talent.Sometimes, the biggest difference we make comes from serving in really small ways. Because, in the Kingdom of God, the small things are always a big deal.If you don’t know where to start, I’ll give you two suggestions:1. Start with prayer.2. Show up next week.Humble service is born out of honest prayers. The more we show up in His house, the more ways he shows us where to serve.ConclusionWhy do we do this? Because our king has called us to service. And the thing that makes Jesus so incredible is the fact that He didn’t just tell us what to do, He set an example for us to follow.Philippians 2:3-11What Difference Do I Make?Response In Song:“If I Got Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Student Pastor Rodney Parker)
August 25, 2024: “What Difference Do I Make?”Call To Worship:“Better Is One Day”Worship In Song:“Holy Forever”“Fresh Wind”Message: “What Difference Do I Make?”Main Idea:You King has called you to serve.Tension:Abad:1. Work2. Worship3. ServeBy looking at the three meanings of that one word, we can form a more full picture of the difference that God has created us to make.Matthew 22:37-40So, how do we love our neighbors as ourselves? We serve them.Truth:Mark 10:35-38In modern English terms, James and John are asking to be given positions of authority whenever Jesus becomes king. They’re saying, “When you’re sitting on the throne, we want to be your go-to people.”They have no idea how backwards and upside down Jesus’s Kingdom is from the Kingdoms of the world.What are you chasing? Are you chasing power, status, fame, and fortune? Or are you chasing after Jesus? Is your focus on getting power? Or is it on serving people?Mark 10:41The rest of the crew are annoyed at the fact that James and John would ask Jesus to be given these positions of power.Mark 10:42-45Jesus wants us to see that what we are typically grasping for is not the same thing as what He’s calling us to.Being telling us that maybe that’s the way the rest of the world works, but that isn’t how things work in His Kingdom. In the Kingdom of God, greatness comes through service. Making a difference comes through taking the position of a servant and putting the needs of others before our own.Are you more focused on chasing clout or service people? Because, as disciples of Jesus, as citizens of heaven, we have been called to our King to serve. That’s how we make a difference. Because that’s exactly what Jesus did.ApplicationWe serve by giving others our time, treasure, and talent.Sometimes, the biggest difference we make comes from serving in really small ways. Because, in the Kingdom of God, the small things are always a big deal.If you don’t know where to start, I’ll give you two suggestions:1. Start with prayer.2. Show up next week.Humble service is born out of honest prayers. The more we show up in His house, the more ways he shows us where to serve.ConclusionWhy do we do this? Because our king has called us to service. And the thing that makes Jesus so incredible is the fact that He didn’t just tell us what to do, He set an example for us to follow.Philippians 2:3-11What Difference Do I Make?Response In Song:“If I Got Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Student Pastor Rodney Parker)
August 18, 2024: “The Portrait of Elders and Deacons”Call To Worship:“I Thank God”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 86:1:17Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“Blessed Assurance”Message: “The Portrait of Elders and Deacons”Acts 6:3 & 7 (NKJV)1 Timothy 3:8-13 (NKJV)The Deacon and Elder’s Personal LifeDo Be Serious MindedDon’t Be a GossipDon’t Be an AddictDon’t Be DishonestDo Be Beyond ReproachThe Deacon and Elder’s Spiritual Life1 Timothy 3:9 (NKJV)The Deacon and Elder’s Church LifeThe Deacon and Elder’s Home LifeThe Deacon and Elder Are to Be Faithful to Their Spouses1 Timothy 3:12 (NKJV)The Deacon and Elder Are to Be Faithful to Their Families1 Timothy 3:12 (NKJV)The Rewards of Serving as a Deacon and Elder1 Timothy 3:13 (NKJV)RespectGreater Boldness(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 18, 2024: “The Portrait of Elders and Deacons”Call To Worship:“I Thank God”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 86:1:17Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“Blessed Assurance”Message: “The Portrait of Elders and Deacons”Acts 6:3 & 7 (NKJV)1 Timothy 3:8-13 (NKJV)The Deacon and Elder’s Personal LifeDo Be Serious MindedDon’t Be a GossipDon’t Be an AddictDon’t Be DishonestDo Be Beyond ReproachThe Deacon and Elder’s Spiritual Life1 Timothy 3:9 (NKJV)The Deacon and Elder’s Church LifeThe Deacon and Elder’s Home LifeThe Deacon and Elder Are to Be Faithful to Their Spouses1 Timothy 3:12 (NKJV)The Deacon and Elder Are to Be Faithful to Their Families1 Timothy 3:12 (NKJV)The Rewards of Serving as a Deacon and Elder1 Timothy 3:13 (NKJV)RespectGreater Boldness(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 11, 2024: “Abraham, A Man of Vision, Faith, and Courage”Call To Worship:“The Lion and The Lamb”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 2 Chronicles 15:1-9Worship In Song:“Blessed Be Your Name”“Come Thou Fount”Message: “Abraham, A Man of Vision, Faith, and Courage”Proverbs 29:18 (NKJV)Revelation 3:14-19 (NKJV)Hebrews 11:8-10 (NKJV)Genesis 12:1-3 (NKJV)Genesis 15:1-6 (NKJV)Vision To SeeFive Basic Elements of a VisionA Vision Always Comes from GodA Vision Reveals God’s PurposeA Vision is Always God SizeA Vision Has Two Components - Earthly and HeavenlyA Vision Has to Be CommunicatedFaith to BelieveProverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV)5 Things I See When I Look at Friendly Chapel ChurchI See a Healthy Vibrant ChurchI See a Full ChurchI See a Church on FireI See a Giving ChurchI See a Kingdom ChurchWe Must Have Vision to See, Faith to Believe, and Courage to Obey!Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 11, 2024: “Abraham, A Man of Vision, Faith, and Courage”Call To Worship:“The Lion and The Lamb”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 2 Chronicles 15:1-9Worship In Song:“Blessed Be Your Name”“Come Thou Fount”Message: “Abraham, A Man of Vision, Faith, and Courage”Proverbs 29:18 (NKJV)Revelation 3:14-19 (NKJV)Hebrews 11:8-10 (NKJV)Genesis 12:1-3 (NKJV)Genesis 15:1-6 (NKJV)Vision To SeeFive Basic Elements of a VisionA Vision Always Comes from GodA Vision Reveals God’s PurposeA Vision is Always God SizeA Vision Has Two Components - Earthly and HeavenlyA Vision Has to Be CommunicatedFaith to BelieveProverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV)5 Things I See When I Look at Friendly Chapel ChurchI See a Healthy Vibrant ChurchI See a Full ChurchI See a Church on FireI See a Giving ChurchI See a Kingdom ChurchWe Must Have Vision to See, Faith to Believe, and Courage to Obey!Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 4, 2024: “Jesus, The Ark of Salvation (Hebrews 11:7)”Call To Worship:“How Great Is Our God”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 9:8-17Worship In Song:“Firm Foundation”“Trust In God”Message: “Jesus, The Ark of Salvation”The Ark was Designed by GodJohn 1:1-5 (NKJV)The Ark was a Witness of God’s JudgmentThe Ark was a Symbol of God’s GraceJohn 1:14-17 (NKJV)The Ark was the Means of Man’s SalvationJohn 14:6 (NKJV)John 1:11-13 (NKJV)The Ark was a Monument of Man’s FaithHebrews 11:7 (NKJV)Ephesians 1:3-12 (NKJV)Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)Communion Song:“Behold the Lamb”Response in Song:“The Heart of Worship”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 4, 2024: “Jesus, The Ark of Salvation (Hebrews 11:7)”Call To Worship:“How Great Is Our God”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 9:8-17Worship In Song:“Firm Foundation”“Trust In God”Message: “Jesus, The Ark of Salvation”The Ark was Designed by GodJohn 1:1-5 (NKJV)The Ark was a Witness of God’s JudgmentThe Ark was a Symbol of God’s GraceJohn 1:14-17 (NKJV)The Ark was the Means of Man’s SalvationJohn 14:6 (NKJV)John 1:11-13 (NKJV)The Ark was a Monument of Man’s FaithHebrews 11:7 (NKJV)Ephesians 1:3-12 (NKJV)Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)Communion Song:“Behold the Lamb”Response in Song:“The Heart of Worship”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 28, 2024: “Obeying God By Faith”Call To Worship:“Our God Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 15Worship In Song:“Great Are You Lord”“Gratitude”Message: “Obeying God By Faith”Genesis 6:5 (NKJV)Matthew 24:36-39 (NKJV)Genesis 6:7-8 (NKJV)Genesis 6:9 (NKJV)Noah was a Just ManNoah was a Perfect ManNoah walked with GodHebrews 11:7 (NKJV)The Basis of Noah’s Faith“…being divinely warned…”Romans 10:17 (NKJV)The Sphere of Noah’s Faith“…of things not seen as yet…”The Character of Noah’s Faith“…moved with fear…”The Evidence of Noah’s Faith“…prepared an ark…”James 2:18-20 (NKJV)The Issue of Noah’s Faith“…to the saving of his house…”Acts 16:31 (NKJV)The Witness of Noah’s Faith“…by which he condemned the world…”The Reward of Noah’s Faith“And became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.”Romans 8:17 (NKJV)2 Timothy 4:6-8 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Build My Life”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 28, 2024: “Obeying God By Faith”Call To Worship:“Our God Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 15Worship In Song:“Great Are You Lord”“Gratitude”Message: “Obeying God By Faith”Genesis 6:5 (NKJV)Matthew 24:36-39 (NKJV)Genesis 6:7-8 (NKJV)Genesis 6:9 (NKJV)Noah was a Just ManNoah was a Perfect ManNoah walked with GodHebrews 11:7 (NKJV)The Basis of Noah’s Faith“…being divinely warned…”Romans 10:17 (NKJV)The Sphere of Noah’s Faith“…of things not seen as yet…”The Character of Noah’s Faith“…moved with fear…”The Evidence of Noah’s Faith“…prepared an ark…”James 2:18-20 (NKJV)The Issue of Noah’s Faith“…to the saving of his house…”Acts 16:31 (NKJV)The Witness of Noah’s Faith“…by which he condemned the world…”The Reward of Noah’s Faith“And became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.”Romans 8:17 (NKJV)2 Timothy 4:6-8 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Build My Life”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 21, 2024: “Walking By Faith With God”Call To Worship:“This Is Amazing Grace” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 10:12-22Worship In Song:“You Are My All In All”“As The Deer/Nothing But The Blood”Message: “Walking By Faith With God”Genesis 5:21-24Jude 14-15Hebrews 11:5-6Enoch Walked with GodEnoch was a ProphetEnoch was a Man of FaithEnoch Walked in a World of People Who Should Have Known and Served God, but They Did Not“How can a person walk with God in the midst of an ungodly world?”There are 5 Things We Need To Walk With God…A Standard of TruthIt guides us.It protects us.It is God’s standard of judgment.It is the measuring stick for right and wrong.It brings freedom to those who seek it.Truth is a primary attribute of God. If you are going to walk with God, you must walk according to His truth.A System of Holiness1 Peter 1:14-15An Unshakeable Faith2 Timothy 1:8-12A Solid Stance of EnduranceMatthew 24:132 Timothy 2:11-12James 5:11A Secure Personal Relationship with Jesus ChristAmos 3:3Response in Song:“Trust In God”“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 21, 2024: “Walking By Faith With God”Call To Worship:“This Is Amazing Grace” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 10:12-22Worship In Song:“You Are My All In All”“As The Deer/Nothing But The Blood”Message: “Walking By Faith With God”Genesis 5:21-24Jude 14-15Hebrews 11:5-6Enoch Walked with GodEnoch was a ProphetEnoch was a Man of FaithEnoch Walked in a World of People Who Should Have Known and Served God, but They Did Not“How can a person walk with God in the midst of an ungodly world?”There are 5 Things We Need To Walk With God…A Standard of TruthIt guides us.It protects us.It is God’s standard of judgment.It is the measuring stick for right and wrong.It brings freedom to those who seek it.Truth is a primary attribute of God. If you are going to walk with God, you must walk according to His truth.A System of Holiness1 Peter 1:14-15An Unshakeable Faith2 Timothy 1:8-12A Solid Stance of EnduranceMatthew 24:132 Timothy 2:11-12James 5:11A Secure Personal Relationship with Jesus ChristAmos 3:3Response in Song:“Trust In God”“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 14, 2024: “Worshiping By Faith”Call To Worship:“Glorious Day” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 4:1-7Worship In Song:“Cornerstone”“What A Beautiful Name”Message: “Worshiping By Faith”Hebrews: The Faith of AbelHebrews 11:1-4How Did Cain and Abel Approach God?John 10:7-10John 14:6How Did Cain and Abel Worship God?Hebrews 1:1-2John 4:23-24What Were the Results of Abel’s Sacrifice?God Accepted Abel’s SacrificeGod Gave the Witness that Abel was RighteousHebrews 11:4The Faith of Abel is Still Speaking TodayWhat Kind of Faith Do You Display?Response in Song:“Goodness of God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 14, 2024: “Worshiping By Faith”Call To Worship:“Glorious Day” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 4:1-7Worship In Song:“Cornerstone”“What A Beautiful Name”Message: “Worshiping By Faith”Hebrews: The Faith of AbelHebrews 11:1-4How Did Cain and Abel Approach God?John 10:7-10John 14:6How Did Cain and Abel Worship God?Hebrews 1:1-2John 4:23-24What Were the Results of Abel’s Sacrifice?God Accepted Abel’s SacrificeGod Gave the Witness that Abel was RighteousHebrews 11:4The Faith of Abel is Still Speaking TodayWhat Kind of Faith Do You Display?Response in Song:“Goodness of God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 7, 2024: “The Just Shall Live By Faith”Call To Worship:“Glorify Thy Name” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 15:1-6Worship In Song:“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”Message: “The Just Shall Live By Faith”Hebrews 11:38 (NKJV)Habakkuk 2:1-4 (NKJV)Romans 8:24-25 (NKJV)Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV)Habakkuk 2:2 (NKJV)The JustRomans 1:16-17 (NKJV)John 16:13 (NKJV)Romans 8:16 (NKJV)Ephesians 2:8 (NKJV)Shall LiveGalatians 3:11 (NKJV)Galatians 3:1-6 (NKJV)Romans 14:17 (NKJV)By FaithHebrews 10:32-39 (NKJV)Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV)The Just Shall Live By FaithResponse in Song:“Turn Your Eyes”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 7, 2024: “The Just Shall Live By Faith”Call To Worship:“Glorify Thy Name” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 15:1-6Worship In Song:“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”Message: “The Just Shall Live By Faith”Hebrews 11:38 (NKJV)Habakkuk 2:1-4 (NKJV)Romans 8:24-25 (NKJV)Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV)Habakkuk 2:2 (NKJV)The JustRomans 1:16-17 (NKJV)John 16:13 (NKJV)Romans 8:16 (NKJV)Ephesians 2:8 (NKJV)Shall LiveGalatians 3:11 (NKJV)Galatians 3:1-6 (NKJV)Romans 14:17 (NKJV)By FaithHebrews 10:32-39 (NKJV)Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV)The Just Shall Live By FaithResponse in Song:“Turn Your Eyes”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 30, 2024: “Hebrews: The Freedom to Choose”Call To Worship:“Across The Lands” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Joshua 24:14-15Worship In Song:“My Country Tis of Thee”“Here I Am To Worship”Message: “Jesus Our Sanctifier”Hebrews 11:23-29Faith Accepts God’s PlansHebrews 11:23Faith Rejects the World’s PrestigeHebrews 11:24Faith Rejects the World’s PleasureHebrews 11:25Faith Rejects the World’s PlentyHebrews 11:26Faith Rejects the World’s PressureHebrews 11:27Faith Accepts God’s ProvisionsHebrews 11:28Faith Accepts God’s PromisesHebrews 11:29We all have the freedom of choice.The question is, what are we choosing?And how will these choices affect your lives?The best choice is to always do the will of God.Response in Song:“I Love You, Lord”“I Worship You, Almighty God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 30, 2024: “Hebrews: The Freedom to Choose”Call To Worship:“Across The Lands” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Joshua 24:14-15Worship In Song:“My Country Tis of Thee”“Here I Am To Worship”Message: “Jesus Our Sanctifier”Hebrews 11:23-29Faith Accepts God’s PlansHebrews 11:23Faith Rejects the World’s PrestigeHebrews 11:24Faith Rejects the World’s PleasureHebrews 11:25Faith Rejects the World’s PlentyHebrews 11:26Faith Rejects the World’s PressureHebrews 11:27Faith Accepts God’s ProvisionsHebrews 11:28Faith Accepts God’s PromisesHebrews 11:29We all have the freedom of choice.The question is, what are we choosing?And how will these choices affect your lives?The best choice is to always do the will of God.Response in Song:“I Love You, Lord”“I Worship You, Almighty God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
JJune 23, 2024: “Jesus Our Sanctifier”Call To Worship:“Praise” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Joel 2:12-17Worship In Song:“Firm Foundation”“One Thing Remains”Message: “Jesus Our Sanctifier”Hebrews 13:121 Thessalonians 4:3-7What Is Sanctification?Hebrews 10:1-10Galatians 2:202 Timothy 3:1-5How Are We Sanctified?The Will of GodHebrews 10:9-101 Thessalonians 4:3-4John 17:15-17The Work of ChristHebrews 13:12The Power of the Holy Spirit1 Peter 1:2Romans 15:1-16Our FaithWhen Are We Sanctified?We are Sanctified at Salvation.We are Sanctified at Some Point After Salvation.We are Sanctified Continuously.Hebrews 10:11-14Why Should We Be Sanctified?It Is the Will of God.1 Peter 1:13-16We Need to be Sanctified.2 Timothy 2:20-21Holiness is not something that comes from doing good; we do good because we are holy.Holiness is not something we acquire by avoiding evil; we avoid evil because we are holy.Holiness is not something that follows from prayer; we pray because we are holy.Holiness is not something that blossoms when we are courageous; we are courageous because we are holy.Holiness is not the results of character building; we build character because we are holy.Holiness is not a gift we obtain after a lifetime of service; we give service because we are holy.Our holiness is God-with-us: Emmanuel. And while it is true that holiness carries with it both the Cross and the Resurrection, it is more a gift than a reward.Response in Song:“Reckless Love”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)oin us for our worship service and rejoice in the lord!
JJune 23, 2024: “Jesus Our Sanctifier”Call To Worship:“Praise” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Joel 2:12-17Worship In Song:“Firm Foundation”“One Thing Remains”Message: “Jesus Our Sanctifier”Hebrews 13:121 Thessalonians 4:3-7What Is Sanctification?Hebrews 10:1-10Galatians 2:202 Timothy 3:1-5How Are We Sanctified?The Will of GodHebrews 10:9-101 Thessalonians 4:3-4John 17:15-17The Work of ChristHebrews 13:12The Power of the Holy Spirit1 Peter 1:2Romans 15:1-16Our FaithWhen Are We Sanctified?We are Sanctified at Salvation.We are Sanctified at Some Point After Salvation.We are Sanctified Continuously.Hebrews 10:11-14Why Should We Be Sanctified?It Is the Will of God.1 Peter 1:13-16We Need to be Sanctified.2 Timothy 2:20-21Holiness is not something that comes from doing good; we do good because we are holy.Holiness is not something we acquire by avoiding evil; we avoid evil because we are holy.Holiness is not something that follows from prayer; we pray because we are holy.Holiness is not something that blossoms when we are courageous; we are courageous because we are holy.Holiness is not the results of character building; we build character because we are holy.Holiness is not a gift we obtain after a lifetime of service; we give service because we are holy.Our holiness is God-with-us: Emmanuel. And while it is true that holiness carries with it both the Cross and the Resurrection, it is more a gift than a reward.Response in Song:“Reckless Love”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)oin us for our worship service and rejoice in the lord!
June 16, 2024: “Abraham, A Man on a Mission (Hebrews 11:8-19)”Call To Worship:“I Thank God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 6:1-9Worship In Song:“Open The Eyes Of My Heart”“Heart Of Worship”Message: “Abraham, A Man On A Mission”Hebrews 11:8-19The Journey of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:82 Corinthians 5:17Romans 12:2Galatians 1:41 John 2:15The Patience of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:9-10The Power of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:11-12Philippians 4:13Ephesians 3:20The Positivity of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:13-16The Proof of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:17-19Matthew 16:24Romans 12:1Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 16, 2024: “Abraham, A Man on a Mission (Hebrews 11:8-19)”Call To Worship:“I Thank God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 6:1-9Worship In Song:“Open The Eyes Of My Heart”“Heart Of Worship”Message: “Abraham, A Man On A Mission”Hebrews 11:8-19The Journey of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:82 Corinthians 5:17Romans 12:2Galatians 1:41 John 2:15The Patience of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:9-10The Power of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:11-12Philippians 4:13Ephesians 3:20The Positivity of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:13-16The Proof of Abraham’s FaithHebrews 11:17-19Matthew 16:24Romans 12:1Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 9 2024: “There’s Power In The Blood”Call To Worship:“Mighty To Save” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Exodus 12:1-13Worship In Song:“Come Thou Fount”“I Stand In Awe”Message: “There’s Power In The Blood”Hebrews 9:1-28What Happens When the Blood is Applied to Our Lives?Our Sins are Washed AwayHebrews 9:22John 1:291 John 1:7Revelation 1:5Our Consciences Are CleansedHebrews 9:13-14Hebrews 10:22Our Lives Are Set FreeRevelation 12:10-112 Corinthians 10:3-5John 8:36Our Pathway to God Has Been ClearedRomans 8:1-2Romans 8:15Romans 8:31-39Response in Song:“Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 9 2024: “There’s Power In The Blood”Call To Worship:“Mighty To Save” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Exodus 12:1-13Worship In Song:“Come Thou Fount”“I Stand In Awe”Message: “There’s Power In The Blood”Hebrews 9:1-28What Happens When the Blood is Applied to Our Lives?Our Sins are Washed AwayHebrews 9:22John 1:291 John 1:7Revelation 1:5Our Consciences Are CleansedHebrews 9:13-14Hebrews 10:22Our Lives Are Set FreeRevelation 12:10-112 Corinthians 10:3-5John 8:36Our Pathway to God Has Been ClearedRomans 8:1-2Romans 8:15Romans 8:31-39Response in Song:“Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 2, 2024: “What’s the Main Point”Call To Worship:“Raise a Hallelujah” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 6:4-9Special Song for Graduation Sunday:“Find Your Wings”Worship In Song:“Same God”“The Blessing”Message: “What’s the Main Point”Hebrews 8:1-13 (NKJV)Hebrews 7:25 (NKJV)Jesus Occupies a Superior PositionHebrews 8:1 (NKJV)Hebrews 1:3 (NKJV)It was a Sign of Honor.It was a Sign of Authority.It was a Sign of Rest.It was a Sign of His Intercession.Jesus Serves in a Superior PlaceHebrews 8:2-5 (NKJV)Jesus is a MinisterHebrews 8:3 (NKJV)Colossians 3:17 (NKJV)Jesus Ministers in a Superior PlaceEphesians 2:4-7 (NKJV)Jesus Serves His People with Superior PromisesHebrews 8:6 (NKJV)Hebrews 8:7-8 (NKJV)Matthew 26:26-28 (NKJV)It Completely Forgives the Sins of Those Who Repent.Hebrews 8:12 (NKJV)It Transforms Believers Into the Children of God.Romans 8:15-16 (NKJV)It Gives Believers a New Heart and Nature so that They Can Love and Obey God.Hebrews 8:10 (NKJV)It Brings Believers Into a Close Personal Relationship with Jesus and the Father.Hebrews 8:11 (NKJV)It Provides Believers with a Greater Experience the Holy Spirit.Romans 8:26-27 (NKJV)Why settle for second best when you can have the best?Response in Song:“Good Good Father”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 2, 2024: “What’s the Main Point”Call To Worship:“Raise a Hallelujah” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 6:4-9Special Song for Graduation Sunday:“Find Your Wings”Worship In Song:“Same God”“The Blessing”Message: “What’s the Main Point”Hebrews 8:1-13 (NKJV)Hebrews 7:25 (NKJV)Jesus Occupies a Superior PositionHebrews 8:1 (NKJV)Hebrews 1:3 (NKJV)It was a Sign of Honor.It was a Sign of Authority.It was a Sign of Rest.It was a Sign of His Intercession.Jesus Serves in a Superior PlaceHebrews 8:2-5 (NKJV)Jesus is a MinisterHebrews 8:3 (NKJV)Colossians 3:17 (NKJV)Jesus Ministers in a Superior PlaceEphesians 2:4-7 (NKJV)Jesus Serves His People with Superior PromisesHebrews 8:6 (NKJV)Hebrews 8:7-8 (NKJV)Matthew 26:26-28 (NKJV)It Completely Forgives the Sins of Those Who Repent.Hebrews 8:12 (NKJV)It Transforms Believers Into the Children of God.Romans 8:15-16 (NKJV)It Gives Believers a New Heart and Nature so that They Can Love and Obey God.Hebrews 8:10 (NKJV)It Brings Believers Into a Close Personal Relationship with Jesus and the Father.Hebrews 8:11 (NKJV)It Provides Believers with a Greater Experience the Holy Spirit.Romans 8:26-27 (NKJV)Why settle for second best when you can have the best?Response in Song:“Good Good Father”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 26, 2024: “Jesus Is Able”Call To Worship:“This Is Our God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Ecclesiastes 3:14Worship In Song:“Trust In God”“Holy Forever”Message: “Jesus Is Able”Hebrews 7:25 (NKJV)Luke 3:8 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 9:8 (NKJV)Philippians 3:21 (NKJV)2 Timothy 1:12 (NKJV)Jesus Is Able To SaveOur EnemiesDaniel 3:16-18 (NKJV)Our TroublesJob 5:7-11 (NKJV)Job 17:22 (NKJV)Our SinMatthew 1:7 (NKJV)Psalm 103:12 (NKJV)Micah 7:19 (NKJV)Our Temptations1 Corinthians 10:13 (NKJV)Hebrews 2:18 (NKJV)OurselvesRomans 12:1-3 (NKJV)Our SicknessJames 5:14-15 (NKJV)Our AfflictionsPsalm 34:19 (NKJV)Mark 3:10 (NKJV)Our Past2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV)Romans 6:4 (NKJV)Death1 Corinthians 15:55-57 (NKJV)Jesus Is Praying For UsRomans 8:34-39 (NKJV)Luke 22:31-32 (NKJV)“There he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.”Response in Song:“I Give You My Heart”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 26, 2024: “Jesus Is Able”Call To Worship:“This Is Our God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Ecclesiastes 3:14Worship In Song:“Trust In God”“Holy Forever”Message: “Jesus Is Able”Hebrews 7:25 (NKJV)Luke 3:8 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 9:8 (NKJV)Philippians 3:21 (NKJV)2 Timothy 1:12 (NKJV)Jesus Is Able To SaveOur EnemiesDaniel 3:16-18 (NKJV)Our TroublesJob 5:7-11 (NKJV)Job 17:22 (NKJV)Our SinMatthew 1:7 (NKJV)Psalm 103:12 (NKJV)Micah 7:19 (NKJV)Our Temptations1 Corinthians 10:13 (NKJV)Hebrews 2:18 (NKJV)OurselvesRomans 12:1-3 (NKJV)Our SicknessJames 5:14-15 (NKJV)Our AfflictionsPsalm 34:19 (NKJV)Mark 3:10 (NKJV)Our Past2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV)Romans 6:4 (NKJV)Death1 Corinthians 15:55-57 (NKJV)Jesus Is Praying For UsRomans 8:34-39 (NKJV)Luke 22:31-32 (NKJV)“There he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.”Response in Song:“I Give You My Heart”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 19, 2024: “The Day of Pentecost - What Is It?”Call To Worship:“A Thousand Hallelujahs” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 51:1-13Worship In Song:“Jesus Paid It All”“Fresh Wind”Message: “The Day of Pentecost - What Is It?”Acts 2:12 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of CommemorationActs 2:1-4 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of CelebrationActs 2:5-13 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of FulfillmentActs 2:14-18 (NKJV)Ephesians 5:17-21 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of Miraculous ManifestationsActs 2:19-20 (NKJV)Acts 4:29-31 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of ProclamationActs 2:21-24 (NKJV)Romans 1:16-17 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of RepentanceActs 2:37-40 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of SalvationActs 2:41 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of AnticipationActs 2:25-36 (NKJV)John 14:1-3 (NKJV)Communion:“Behold The Lamb”Response in Song:“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 19, 2024: “The Day of Pentecost - What Is It?”Call To Worship:“A Thousand Hallelujahs” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 51:1-13Worship In Song:“Jesus Paid It All”“Fresh Wind”Message: “The Day of Pentecost - What Is It?”Acts 2:12 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of CommemorationActs 2:1-4 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of CelebrationActs 2:5-13 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of FulfillmentActs 2:14-18 (NKJV)Ephesians 5:17-21 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of Miraculous ManifestationsActs 2:19-20 (NKJV)Acts 4:29-31 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of ProclamationActs 2:21-24 (NKJV)Romans 1:16-17 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of RepentanceActs 2:37-40 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of SalvationActs 2:41 (NKJV)The Day of Pentecost is a Day of AnticipationActs 2:25-36 (NKJV)John 14:1-3 (NKJV)Communion:“Behold The Lamb”Response in Song:“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 12, 2024: “What The Faith Of One Woman Can Do”Call To Worship:“Nothing But The Blood” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Mark 10:13-31Worship In Song:“O How I Love Jesus”“Just As I Am”Message: “What The Faith Of One Woman Can Do”Hebrews 11:31Joshua 2:1-14She Had a Faith That Believed.Joshua 2:9Mark 9:23She Had a Faith Based Upon God’s Word.Joshua 2:10-11She Had a That Produced Action.Joshua 2:12-13James 2:25She Had a Faith Seasoned with God’s Grace.Joshua 2:14She Had a Saving Kind of Faith.Joshua 2:15-21She Had a Faith That Endured.What Kind of Faith Do You Have?Response in Song:“Cornerstone”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 12, 2024: “What The Faith Of One Woman Can Do”Call To Worship:“Nothing But The Blood” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Mark 10:13-31Worship In Song:“O How I Love Jesus”“Just As I Am”Message: “What The Faith Of One Woman Can Do”Hebrews 11:31Joshua 2:1-14She Had a Faith That Believed.Joshua 2:9Mark 9:23She Had a Faith Based Upon God’s Word.Joshua 2:10-11She Had a That Produced Action.Joshua 2:12-13James 2:25She Had a Faith Seasoned with God’s Grace.Joshua 2:14She Had a Saving Kind of Faith.Joshua 2:15-21She Had a Faith That Endured.What Kind of Faith Do You Have?Response in Song:“Cornerstone”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 5, 2024: “Hebrews Guidelines for Giving”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Proverbs 34:7-10Worship In Song:“Build My Life”“Holy Spirit”Message: “Hebrews Guidelines for Giving”Hebrews 7:1-10 (NKJV)Psalms 110:4 (NKJV)Hebrews 5:6; 5:10; 6:20 (NKJV)His Was a Universal PriesthoodHis Was a Royal PriesthoodHis Was a Righteous and Peaceful PriesthoodHis Was. Personal PriesthoodHis Was an Eternal PriesthoodPrinciple #1: We Should Give to a PersonColossians 3:23 (NKJV)Principle #2: We Should Give as an Act of WorshipPrinciple #3: We Should Give Our BestPrinciple #4: We Should Give VoluntarilyPrinciple #5: We Should Give According to Our AbilityLeviticus 14:30-31 (NKJV)Deuteronomy 16:17 (NKJV)Acts 11:29 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 8:12 (NKJV)Principle #6: We Should Give Regularly1 Corinthians 16:2 (NKJV)Principle #7: We Should Give Cheerfully2 Corinthians 9:7 (NKJV)Principle #8: We Should Expect a Blessing When We GiveLuke 6:38 (NKJV)Malachi 3:10 (NKJV)“The Sevenfold Blessing of the Tithe”It blesses the heart by making it receptive to God’s will.It blesses the life by lifting it to a higher plane of grace.It blesses the hands by making them willing to do God’s work.It blesses the mind by giving it the satisfaction of doing the right thing.It blesses the nine-tenths that remains because God has been honored.It blesses the individual by giving him a part in God’s worldwide program of work.It blesses the church by enabling it to carry out a greater ministry.Response in Song:“O Come To The Altar”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 5, 2024: “Hebrews Guidelines for Giving”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Proverbs 34:7-10Worship In Song:“Build My Life”“Holy Spirit”Message: “Hebrews Guidelines for Giving”Hebrews 7:1-10 (NKJV)Psalms 110:4 (NKJV)Hebrews 5:6; 5:10; 6:20 (NKJV)His Was a Universal PriesthoodHis Was a Royal PriesthoodHis Was a Righteous and Peaceful PriesthoodHis Was. Personal PriesthoodHis Was an Eternal PriesthoodPrinciple #1: We Should Give to a PersonColossians 3:23 (NKJV)Principle #2: We Should Give as an Act of WorshipPrinciple #3: We Should Give Our BestPrinciple #4: We Should Give VoluntarilyPrinciple #5: We Should Give According to Our AbilityLeviticus 14:30-31 (NKJV)Deuteronomy 16:17 (NKJV)Acts 11:29 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 8:12 (NKJV)Principle #6: We Should Give Regularly1 Corinthians 16:2 (NKJV)Principle #7: We Should Give Cheerfully2 Corinthians 9:7 (NKJV)Principle #8: We Should Expect a Blessing When We GiveLuke 6:38 (NKJV)Malachi 3:10 (NKJV)“The Sevenfold Blessing of the Tithe”It blesses the heart by making it receptive to God’s will.It blesses the life by lifting it to a higher plane of grace.It blesses the hands by making them willing to do God’s work.It blesses the mind by giving it the satisfaction of doing the right thing.It blesses the nine-tenths that remains because God has been honored.It blesses the individual by giving him a part in God’s worldwide program of work.It blesses the church by enabling it to carry out a greater ministry.Response in Song:“O Come To The Altar”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 28, 2024: “Our Eternal Hope”Call To Worship:“Glorious Day” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalms 130Worship In Song:“Way Maker”“Worthy Of It All”Message: “Our Eternal Hope”Hebrews 6:9-20 (NKJV)God’s PromiseHebrews 6:13-15 (NKJV)God’s OathHebrews 6:16-18 (NKJV)God’s SonHebrews 6:19-20 (NKJV)We are anchored upward not downward.We are anchored to move forward not to stand still.Our Anchor is Unbreakable.Our Anchor goes before and does not drag long with us.The best way to keep from drifting is to lay hold of the anchor, Jesus Christ and don’t let go!Response in Song:“Living Hope”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 28, 2024: “Our Eternal Hope”Call To Worship:“Glorious Day” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalms 130Worship In Song:“Way Maker”“Worthy Of It All”Message: “Our Eternal Hope”Hebrews 6:9-20 (NKJV)God’s PromiseHebrews 6:13-15 (NKJV)God’s OathHebrews 6:16-18 (NKJV)God’s SonHebrews 6:19-20 (NKJV)We are anchored upward not downward.We are anchored to move forward not to stand still.Our Anchor is Unbreakable.Our Anchor goes before and does not drag long with us.The best way to keep from drifting is to lay hold of the anchor, Jesus Christ and don’t let go!Response in Song:“Living Hope”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 21, 2024: “Keep Pressing On”Call To Worship:“House of the Lord” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Philippians 3:12-16Worship In Song:“The Blessing”“Gratitude”Message: “Keep Pressing On”Hebrews 6:1-8The ExhortationHebrews 6:1-3Exhortation meaning - “to cause someone to be encouraged or consoled, either by verbal or non-verbal means - “to encourage, to console, encouragement.”The WarningHebrews 6:4-6Four Interpretations…First, it is a warning against apostasy or losing one’s salvation.Second, it is a judgment against false believers, though professing trust in Christ, who in reality are not saved.Third, it is a caution against spiritual immaturity, to encourage believers to press on to spiritual maturity to avoid the discipline of God, which would be certain to come if they were to remain stagnant or regress spiritually.Fourth, it is an assurance to believers through a timely illustration.The ConsequencesHebrews 6:7-8Matthew 7:16-20John 15:1-2John 15:4-5Hebrews 6:8How well are you pressing on in your faith in Jesus Christ?What kinds of fruit is your life as a believer producing?Response in Song:“Gratitude”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 21, 2024: “Keep Pressing On”Call To Worship:“House of the Lord” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Philippians 3:12-16Worship In Song:“The Blessing”“Gratitude”Message: “Keep Pressing On”Hebrews 6:1-8The ExhortationHebrews 6:1-3Exhortation meaning - “to cause someone to be encouraged or consoled, either by verbal or non-verbal means - “to encourage, to console, encouragement.”The WarningHebrews 6:4-6Four Interpretations…First, it is a warning against apostasy or losing one’s salvation.Second, it is a judgment against false believers, though professing trust in Christ, who in reality are not saved.Third, it is a caution against spiritual immaturity, to encourage believers to press on to spiritual maturity to avoid the discipline of God, which would be certain to come if they were to remain stagnant or regress spiritually.Fourth, it is an assurance to believers through a timely illustration.The ConsequencesHebrews 6:7-8Matthew 7:16-20John 15:1-2John 15:4-5Hebrews 6:8How well are you pressing on in your faith in Jesus Christ?What kinds of fruit is your life as a believer producing?Response in Song:“Gratitude”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 14, 2024: “Are You A Betweener?”Call To Worship:“Praise” Words from the Word: (NKJV): 1 Kings 18:20-39Worship In Song:“Great Are You Lord”“Goodness Of God”Message: “Are You A Betweener?”Hebrews 5:11-14 (NKJV)DullnessHebrews 5:11SelfishnessHebrews 5:12An Unbalanced DietHebrews 5:12-13What Is the Milk of the Word?What Is the Meat of the Word?LazinessHebrews 5:14Ephesians 4:14“Too Many Christians are Betweeners.”Are You A Betweener?Response in Song:“Goodness Of God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 14, 2024: “Are You A Betweener?”Call To Worship:“Praise” Words from the Word: (NKJV): 1 Kings 18:20-39Worship In Song:“Great Are You Lord”“Goodness Of God”Message: “Are You A Betweener?”Hebrews 5:11-14 (NKJV)DullnessHebrews 5:11SelfishnessHebrews 5:12An Unbalanced DietHebrews 5:12-13What Is the Milk of the Word?What Is the Meat of the Word?LazinessHebrews 5:14Ephesians 4:14“Too Many Christians are Betweeners.”Are You A Betweener?Response in Song:“Goodness Of God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 4, 2024: “Jesus Our Perfect High Priest”Call To Worship:“Come Now Is The Time” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 40:28-31Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“Breathe”Message: “Jesus Our Perfect High Priest”Hebrews 5:1-10 (NKJV)Four Qualifications of a High PriestThe High Priest Had to Be a ManHebrews 5:1 (NKJV)The High Priest Had to be Appointed by God.The High Priest Had to be Sympathetic with People.Hebrews 5:2 (NKJV)The High Priest Had to Offer Sacrifices on Behalf of People.How Jesus Qualifies To Be Our Perfect High PriestJesus Is the Perfect Man.Jesus Was Appointed by God.Hebrews 5:5-6 (NKJV)Jesus Is Sympathetic with People.Hebrews 5:7-8 (NKJV)Jesus Offered a Sacrifice for People’s Sins.Hebrews 5:9 (NKJV)John 6:26-29 (NKJV)Response in Song:“What A Beautiful Name”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 4, 2024: “Jesus Our Perfect High Priest”Call To Worship:“Come Now Is The Time” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 40:28-31Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“Breathe”Message: “Jesus Our Perfect High Priest”Hebrews 5:1-10 (NKJV)Four Qualifications of a High PriestThe High Priest Had to Be a ManHebrews 5:1 (NKJV)The High Priest Had to be Appointed by God.The High Priest Had to be Sympathetic with People.Hebrews 5:2 (NKJV)The High Priest Had to Offer Sacrifices on Behalf of People.How Jesus Qualifies To Be Our Perfect High PriestJesus Is the Perfect Man.Jesus Was Appointed by God.Hebrews 5:5-6 (NKJV)Jesus Is Sympathetic with People.Hebrews 5:7-8 (NKJV)Jesus Offered a Sacrifice for People’s Sins.Hebrews 5:9 (NKJV)John 6:26-29 (NKJV)Response in Song:“What A Beautiful Name”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 31, 2024: “I’ll Be Back”Call To Worship:“The Lion and the Lamb” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 1:1-7Worship In Song:“How Great Thou Art”“Name Above All Names”Message: “I’ll Be Back”The Coming Back of Jesus is a PromiseActs 1:1-11 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Will Occur Suddenly1 Thessalonians 5:1-10 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Will Be Soon2 Peter 3:1-13 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Should be a Source of Great ComfortJohn 14:1-3 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Comes with a WarningLuke 12:35-40 (NKJV)It’s a promise you can bank on, that will occur suddenly, and that is going to happen soon no matter what the skeptics might say; however, don’t let you hearts be troubled on believer, be watchful, and above all be ready because said, “I’LL BE BACK!”Response in Song:“All Hail King Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 31, 2024: “I’ll Be Back”Call To Worship:“The Lion and the Lamb” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 1:1-7Worship In Song:“How Great Thou Art”“Name Above All Names”Message: “I’ll Be Back”The Coming Back of Jesus is a PromiseActs 1:1-11 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Will Occur Suddenly1 Thessalonians 5:1-10 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Will Be Soon2 Peter 3:1-13 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Should be a Source of Great ComfortJohn 14:1-3 (NKJV)The Coming Back of Jesus Comes with a WarningLuke 12:35-40 (NKJV)It’s a promise you can bank on, that will occur suddenly, and that is going to happen soon no matter what the skeptics might say; however, don’t let you hearts be troubled on believer, be watchful, and above all be ready because said, “I’LL BE BACK!”Response in Song:“All Hail King Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 24, 2024: “Hebrews: Jesus, Our Better High Priest”Call To Worship:“I Thank God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Luke 19:28-40Worship In Song:“Same God”“Cornerstone”Message: “Hebrews: Entering God’s Rest”Romans 2:4Hebrews 4:14-16Perfect PriesthoodHebrews 4:14Perfect PersonHebrews 4:15Perfect ProvisionsHebrews 4:161 Corinthians 10:13What more can He do than what He has done?Response in Song:“Good Good Father”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 24, 2024: “Hebrews: Jesus, Our Better High Priest”Call To Worship:“I Thank God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Luke 19:28-40Worship In Song:“Same God”“Cornerstone”Message: “Hebrews: Entering God’s Rest”Romans 2:4Hebrews 4:14-16Perfect PriesthoodHebrews 4:14Perfect PersonHebrews 4:15Perfect ProvisionsHebrews 4:161 Corinthians 10:13What more can He do than what He has done?Response in Song:“Good Good Father”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 17, 2024: “Hebrews: Entering God’s Rest”Call To Worship:“Our God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Proverbs 3:1-10Worship In Song:“Trust In God”“Holy Forever”Message: “Hebrews: Entering God’s Rest”Hebrews 4:1-13 (NKJV)4 Types of Rest from this scripture…Creation Rest - Hebrews 4:4 (NKJV)Sabbath Rest - Hebrews 4:4 (NKJV)Canaan Rest - Hebrews 4:8 (NKJV)Divine Rest - Hebrews 4:9 (NKJV)What Rest means here…Rest means to cease from work or action.Rest means freedom from whatever worries or disturbs you.Rest means to lie down, be settled, fixed, secure.Rest means to remain confident, keep trusting.Rest means to lean on.The Availability of God’s RestHebrews 4:1 (NKJV)The Elements of God’s RestHebrews 4:2-3 (NKJV)Personal FaithDivine Decree Hebrews 4:5-6 (NKJV)Immediate ActionHebrews 4:7 (NKJV)John 9:4 (NKJV)The Nature of God’s RestHebrews 4:8-10 (NKJV)It is SpiritualIt is FuturisticThe Urgency of God’s RestHebrews 4:11-13 (NKJV)Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 17, 2024: “Hebrews: Entering God’s Rest”Call To Worship:“Our God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Proverbs 3:1-10Worship In Song:“Trust In God”“Holy Forever”Message: “Hebrews: Entering God’s Rest”Hebrews 4:1-13 (NKJV)4 Types of Rest from this scripture…Creation Rest - Hebrews 4:4 (NKJV)Sabbath Rest - Hebrews 4:4 (NKJV)Canaan Rest - Hebrews 4:8 (NKJV)Divine Rest - Hebrews 4:9 (NKJV)What Rest means here…Rest means to cease from work or action.Rest means freedom from whatever worries or disturbs you.Rest means to lie down, be settled, fixed, secure.Rest means to remain confident, keep trusting.Rest means to lean on.The Availability of God’s RestHebrews 4:1 (NKJV)The Elements of God’s RestHebrews 4:2-3 (NKJV)Personal FaithDivine Decree Hebrews 4:5-6 (NKJV)Immediate ActionHebrews 4:7 (NKJV)John 9:4 (NKJV)The Nature of God’s RestHebrews 4:8-10 (NKJV)It is SpiritualIt is FuturisticThe Urgency of God’s RestHebrews 4:11-13 (NKJV)Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 10, 2024: “Hebrews: Do Not Harden Your Hearts”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Jeremiah 5:22-25Worship In Song:“The Heart of Worship”“Open The Eyes of My Heart”Message: “Hebrews: Do Not Harden Your Hearts”Hebrews 3:1-19 (NKJV)Matthew 24:3-30 (NKJV)ComparisonHebrews 3:1-6 (NKJV)Jesus is a Superior Apostle.Jesus is a Superior High Priest.Jesus is a Superior Builder.Jesus is a Superior Son.WarningsHebrews 3:6-12 (NKJV)Salvation - Issue of Relationship.Holding Fast to the Confidence of the Hope.Holding Fast to the Rejoicing of the Hope.The Heart Must Not Be Hardened - Issue of the Heart.Unbelief Must Be Guarded Against - Issue of Faith.The believer, through unbelief, fails to take the truths, exhortations, warnings, promises, and teachings of God’s Word with utmost seriousness.As the realities of the world become greater than the realities of God’s heavenly kingdom, the believer gradually ceases to draw near to God through Christ.Through the deceitfulness of sin, one becomes increasingly tolerant of sin in one’s own life, which results in no longer loving righteousness and hating iniquity.Through hardness of heart and rejecting God’s way, one ignores the repeated voice and rebuke of the Holy Spirit.The Holy Spirit is grieved and quenched, and the temple violated.Revelation 21:8 (NKJV)EncouragementHebrews 3:14 (NKJV)Hebrews 3:13 (NKJV)Response in Song:“I Give You My Heart”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 10, 2024: “Hebrews: Do Not Harden Your Hearts”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Jeremiah 5:22-25Worship In Song:“The Heart of Worship”“Open The Eyes of My Heart”Message: “Hebrews: Do Not Harden Your Hearts”Hebrews 3:1-19 (NKJV)Matthew 24:3-30 (NKJV)ComparisonHebrews 3:1-6 (NKJV)Jesus is a Superior Apostle.Jesus is a Superior High Priest.Jesus is a Superior Builder.Jesus is a Superior Son.WarningsHebrews 3:6-12 (NKJV)Salvation - Issue of Relationship.Holding Fast to the Confidence of the Hope.Holding Fast to the Rejoicing of the Hope.The Heart Must Not Be Hardened - Issue of the Heart.Unbelief Must Be Guarded Against - Issue of Faith.The believer, through unbelief, fails to take the truths, exhortations, warnings, promises, and teachings of God’s Word with utmost seriousness.As the realities of the world become greater than the realities of God’s heavenly kingdom, the believer gradually ceases to draw near to God through Christ.Through the deceitfulness of sin, one becomes increasingly tolerant of sin in one’s own life, which results in no longer loving righteousness and hating iniquity.Through hardness of heart and rejecting God’s way, one ignores the repeated voice and rebuke of the Holy Spirit.The Holy Spirit is grieved and quenched, and the temple violated.Revelation 21:8 (NKJV)EncouragementHebrews 3:14 (NKJV)Hebrews 3:13 (NKJV)Response in Song:“I Give You My Heart”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 25, 2024: “Gideon Sunday”Call To Worship:“Holy Is The Lord” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Romans 10:14-17Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“You Are My All In All”Message given by Gideon Speaker Jesse SmithVideos from Gideon InternationalResponse in Song:“You Are My All in All”
February 25, 2024: “Gideon Sunday”Call To Worship:“Holy Is The Lord” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Romans 10:14-17Worship In Song:“Here I Am To Worship”“You Are My All In All”Message given by Gideon Speaker Jesse SmithVideos from Gideon InternationalResponse in Song:“You Are My All in All”
February 18, 2024: “Hebrews: Jesus Christ the Perfect Savior”Call To Worship:“This Is Amazing Grace” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-6Worship In Song:“Gratitude”“Worthy Of It All”Message: “Hebrews: Jesus Christ the Perfect Savior”Hebrews 2:9-18 (NKJV)Substitute“…by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone.” - Hebrews 2:9 (NKJV)1 Timothy 2:5-6 (NKJV)1 John 2:2 (NKJV)Isaiah 53:6 (NKJV)1 Peter 2:24 (NKJV)Captain of Our SalvationHebrews 2:10 (NKJV)“It Was Fitting”It Was Consistent with His Wisdom.It Was Consistent with His Holiness.It Was Consistent with His Power.It Was Consistent with His Love.It Was Consistent with His Grace.“Captain Of Their Salvation”“archegos” - Greek word for Captain/PointmanSanctifierHebrews 2:11-13 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 5:21 (NKJV)Mark 8:38 (NKJV)2 Timothy 1:8 (NKJV)2 Timothy 1:12 (NKJV)1 Peter 4:16 (NKJV)Satan ConquerorHebrews 2:14-15 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 15:55-57 (NKJV)SympathizerHebrews 2:16-18 (NKJV)Hebrews 4:15 (NKJV)When you consider that Jesus died for us and by doing so became our Substitute, Author of Our Salvation, Sanctifier, Satan Conqueror and Sympathizer, we must exclaim what a perfect Savior Jesus Christ is!Response in Song:“What A Beautiful Name”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 18, 2024: “Hebrews: Jesus Christ the Perfect Savior”Call To Worship:“This Is Amazing Grace” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-6Worship In Song:“Gratitude”“Worthy Of It All”Message: “Hebrews: Jesus Christ the Perfect Savior”Hebrews 2:9-18 (NKJV)Substitute“…by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone.” - Hebrews 2:9 (NKJV)1 Timothy 2:5-6 (NKJV)1 John 2:2 (NKJV)Isaiah 53:6 (NKJV)1 Peter 2:24 (NKJV)Captain of Our SalvationHebrews 2:10 (NKJV)“It Was Fitting”It Was Consistent with His Wisdom.It Was Consistent with His Holiness.It Was Consistent with His Power.It Was Consistent with His Love.It Was Consistent with His Grace.“Captain Of Their Salvation”“archegos” - Greek word for Captain/PointmanSanctifierHebrews 2:11-13 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 5:21 (NKJV)Mark 8:38 (NKJV)2 Timothy 1:8 (NKJV)2 Timothy 1:12 (NKJV)1 Peter 4:16 (NKJV)Satan ConquerorHebrews 2:14-15 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 15:55-57 (NKJV)SympathizerHebrews 2:16-18 (NKJV)Hebrews 4:15 (NKJV)When you consider that Jesus died for us and by doing so became our Substitute, Author of Our Salvation, Sanctifier, Satan Conqueror and Sympathizer, we must exclaim what a perfect Savior Jesus Christ is!Response in Song:“What A Beautiful Name”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 11, 2024: “Hebrews: The Recovery of Man’s Lost Destiny”Call To Worship:“Holy Spirit” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 51:1-13Worship In Song:“Who You Say I Am”“Broken Vessels”Message: “Hebrews: The Recovery of Man’s Lost Destiny”Hebrews 2:5-9 (NKJV)Man’s Original DestinyHebrews 2:5-8 (NKJV)Genesis 1:26-31 (NKJV)Man Was Created by God.Man Was Created in the Image or Likeness of God.Man Was Given Dominion Over All of God’s Creation.Man Was Originally Created a Little Lower Than the Angels.Man’s Destiny Corrupted“But now we do not yet see all things put under him.”Man Discovered Shame.Man’s Relationship with God Was Broken.Man Lost His Home.Murder Was Introduced to the Human Family.The Animal Kingdom Rebelled Against Man.The Earth Revolted Against Man.Man’s Destiny RecoveredHebrews 2:9 (NKJV)Genesis 3:13-15 (NKJV)Revelation 20:4 (NKJV)Isaiah 2:2-4 (NKJV)Isaiah 11:6 (NKJV)Isaiah 11:8-9 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 11, 2024: “Hebrews: The Recovery of Man’s Lost Destiny”Call To Worship:“Holy Spirit” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 51:1-13Worship In Song:“Who You Say I Am”“Broken Vessels”Message: “Hebrews: The Recovery of Man’s Lost Destiny”Hebrews 2:5-9 (NKJV)Man’s Original DestinyHebrews 2:5-8 (NKJV)Genesis 1:26-31 (NKJV)Man Was Created by God.Man Was Created in the Image or Likeness of God.Man Was Given Dominion Over All of God’s Creation.Man Was Originally Created a Little Lower Than the Angels.Man’s Destiny Corrupted“But now we do not yet see all things put under him.”Man Discovered Shame.Man’s Relationship with God Was Broken.Man Lost His Home.Murder Was Introduced to the Human Family.The Animal Kingdom Rebelled Against Man.The Earth Revolted Against Man.Man’s Destiny RecoveredHebrews 2:9 (NKJV)Genesis 3:13-15 (NKJV)Revelation 20:4 (NKJV)Isaiah 2:2-4 (NKJV)Isaiah 11:6 (NKJV)Isaiah 11:8-9 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 28, 2024: “The Danger of Neglect”Call To Worship:“Majesty” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 8:11-20Worship In Song:“Are You Washed In The Blood”“Blessed Assurance”Message: “The Danger of Neglect”Hebrews 2:1-4 (NKJV)The Character Of ChristHebrews 2:1 (NKJV)Materialism and easy livingBusynessProcrastinationLack of CommitmentPrayerlessnessDifficult times and persecutionFriendshipsFamilyWorkRecreational ActivitiesChurch ActivitiesSchoolA lac of reading and studying the BibleThe pursuit of happiness and pleasureThe routine, mundane things of lifeThe Certainty of JudgmentHebrews 2:2-3 (NKJV)TransgressionThis word means to step across the line, as a willful act.DisobedienceThis word carries the idea of imperfect hearing.Confirmation of GodHebrews 2:3-4 (NKJV)How Signs, Wonders, and Miracles Confirm the Gospel Message.They demonstrate that the message that is being preached by a true disciple is genuine.They demonstrate the living presence of a risen Jesus Christ.They demonstrate the power of Jesus Christ.They demonstrate the authority of Jesus.Response in Song:“As The Deer”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 28, 2024: “The Danger of Neglect”Call To Worship:“Majesty” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 8:11-20Worship In Song:“Are You Washed In The Blood”“Blessed Assurance”Message: “The Danger of Neglect”Hebrews 2:1-4 (NKJV)The Character Of ChristHebrews 2:1 (NKJV)Materialism and easy livingBusynessProcrastinationLack of CommitmentPrayerlessnessDifficult times and persecutionFriendshipsFamilyWorkRecreational ActivitiesChurch ActivitiesSchoolA lac of reading and studying the BibleThe pursuit of happiness and pleasureThe routine, mundane things of lifeThe Certainty of JudgmentHebrews 2:2-3 (NKJV)TransgressionThis word means to step across the line, as a willful act.DisobedienceThis word carries the idea of imperfect hearing.Confirmation of GodHebrews 2:3-4 (NKJV)How Signs, Wonders, and Miracles Confirm the Gospel Message.They demonstrate that the message that is being preached by a true disciple is genuine.They demonstrate the living presence of a risen Jesus Christ.They demonstrate the power of Jesus Christ.They demonstrate the authority of Jesus.Response in Song:“As The Deer”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 21, 2024: “Hebrews: The Superiority of Jesus”Call To Worship:“In Christ Alone” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 103:1-5, 19-22Worship In Song:“Holy Is The Lord” & “I Exalt Thee”Message: “Hebrews: The Superiority of Jesus”Hebrews 1:4-14 (NKJV)Acts 7:51-53 (NKJV)The Superiority of Jesus Over Angels.Jesus is Greater Than Angels Because of His Title.Hebrews 1:4-5 (NKJV)Jesus is Greater Than Angels Because He is Worshipped.Hebrews 1:6 (NKJV)Jesus is Greater Than Angels Because of HIs Superior Nature.Hebrews 1:7-9 (NKJV)Jesus is the Creator of the Angels.God the Father Claims that Jesus is God.Hebrews 1:8 (NKJV)Jesus Himself Claims to be God.John 5:18 (NKJV)John 10:30-33 (NKJV)The Apostles Proclaimed Jesus To Be God.Romans 9:5 (NKJV)Titus 2:13 (NKJV)1 John 5:20 (NKJV)Jesus Is Greater Than Angels Because Of His Superior Existence.Hebrews 1:10-12 (NKJV)Jesus Is Greater Than Angels Because Of His Destiny.Hebrews 1:13-14 (NKJV)Remember this about Jesus…He Has a Greater Title.He is Worshipped.He Has a Superior Nature Because He is the Creator.He Has a Better Existence Because He is Eternal.He Has a Better Destiny Because He is King of kings and Lord of lords.Response in Song:“Be Still And Know That I Am God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 21, 2024: “Hebrews: The Superiority of Jesus”Call To Worship:“In Christ Alone” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 103:1-5, 19-22Worship In Song:“Holy Is The Lord” & “I Exalt Thee”Message: “Hebrews: The Superiority of Jesus”Hebrews 1:4-14 (NKJV)Acts 7:51-53 (NKJV)The Superiority of Jesus Over Angels.Jesus is Greater Than Angels Because of His Title.Hebrews 1:4-5 (NKJV)Jesus is Greater Than Angels Because He is Worshipped.Hebrews 1:6 (NKJV)Jesus is Greater Than Angels Because of HIs Superior Nature.Hebrews 1:7-9 (NKJV)Jesus is the Creator of the Angels.God the Father Claims that Jesus is God.Hebrews 1:8 (NKJV)Jesus Himself Claims to be God.John 5:18 (NKJV)John 10:30-33 (NKJV)The Apostles Proclaimed Jesus To Be God.Romans 9:5 (NKJV)Titus 2:13 (NKJV)1 John 5:20 (NKJV)Jesus Is Greater Than Angels Because Of His Superior Existence.Hebrews 1:10-12 (NKJV)Jesus Is Greater Than Angels Because Of His Destiny.Hebrews 1:13-14 (NKJV)Remember this about Jesus…He Has a Greater Title.He is Worshipped.He Has a Superior Nature Because He is the Creator.He Has a Better Existence Because He is Eternal.He Has a Better Destiny Because He is King of kings and Lord of lords.Response in Song:“Be Still And Know That I Am God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 14, 2024: “Hebrews: The Excellency of Jesus”Call To Worship:“God of Wonders” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 8Worship In Song:“Revelation Song” & “Worthy Of It All”Message: “Hebrews: The Excellency of Jesus - Hebrews 1:2-3”Why is Jesus Better and Why is He above all things?Colossians 1:18 (NKJV)Hebrews 1:1 (NKJV)God Spoke2 Peter 1:21 (NKJV)2 Timothy 3:16 (NKJV)God Spoke in Different Times and in Different WaysHebrews 1:2 (NKJV) (NKJV)Matthew 5:17Hebrews 1:2-3 (NKJV)His Heirship “whom He has appointed heir of all things”Romans 8:15-17 (NKJV)Colossians 1:16-18 (NKJV)Revelation 5 (NKJV)HIs Creatorship “through whom also He made the worlds,”John 1:1-3 (NKJV)Ephesians 3:9 (NKJV)World - Hebrew word is “kosmos” or “aionas” = “The Ages”His Radiance “who being the brightness of His glory”John 8:12 (NKJV)John 1:14 (NKJV)John 1:4-5 (NKJV)John 3:19 (NKJV)His Being “the express image of His person”Colossians 1:15 (NKJV)His Administration “upholding all things by the word of His power”Philippians 1:6 (NKJV)Jude 24-25 (NKJV)His Sacrifice “when he had by himself purged our sins”HIs Exaltation “sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high”It Was a Sign of Honor.It Was a Sign of Authority.It Was a Sign of Rest.It Was a Sign of His Intercession.Romans 8:34 (NKJV)Philippians 2:9-11 (NKJV)Response in Song:“He Is Lord (He Is Love)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 14, 2024: “Hebrews: The Excellency of Jesus”Call To Worship:“God of Wonders” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 8Worship In Song:“Revelation Song” & “Worthy Of It All”Message: “Hebrews: The Excellency of Jesus - Hebrews 1:2-3”Why is Jesus Better and Why is He above all things?Colossians 1:18 (NKJV)Hebrews 1:1 (NKJV)God Spoke2 Peter 1:21 (NKJV)2 Timothy 3:16 (NKJV)God Spoke in Different Times and in Different WaysHebrews 1:2 (NKJV) (NKJV)Matthew 5:17Hebrews 1:2-3 (NKJV)His Heirship “whom He has appointed heir of all things”Romans 8:15-17 (NKJV)Colossians 1:16-18 (NKJV)Revelation 5 (NKJV)HIs Creatorship “through whom also He made the worlds,”John 1:1-3 (NKJV)Ephesians 3:9 (NKJV)World - Hebrew word is “kosmos” or “aionas” = “The Ages”His Radiance “who being the brightness of His glory”John 8:12 (NKJV)John 1:14 (NKJV)John 1:4-5 (NKJV)John 3:19 (NKJV)His Being “the express image of His person”Colossians 1:15 (NKJV)His Administration “upholding all things by the word of His power”Philippians 1:6 (NKJV)Jude 24-25 (NKJV)His Sacrifice “when he had by himself purged our sins”HIs Exaltation “sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high”It Was a Sign of Honor.It Was a Sign of Authority.It Was a Sign of Rest.It Was a Sign of His Intercession.Romans 8:34 (NKJV)Philippians 2:9-11 (NKJV)Response in Song:“He Is Lord (He Is Love)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 7, 2024: “Hebrews: An Introduction”Call To Worship:“Victory In Jesus” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 63:1-5Worship In Song:“You Never Let Go” & “Who You Say I Am”Message: “Hebrews: An Introduction”Reasons people do not go toward Hebrews…Too Difficult to UnderstandIts ContentToo RevealingIntroductory PointsThe AuthorGod Only KnowsThe Original ReadersThey Were Believers.They Were Most Likely Converted Jews to Christianity.They Had Been Persecuted Because of Their Faith in Christ.Hebrews 10:321-34 (NKJV)None of Them Had Been Martyred Because of Their Faith.Hebrews 12:4 (NKJV)They Had Behaved Themselves as True Christians Throughout Their Suffering by Showing Compassion to Other Saints.Hebrews 6:10 (NKJV)Even Though They Had Been Christians for Some Time, They Were Still “Babes” in Christ.Hebrews 5:12-14 (NKJV)There Were Clear Signs That These Christians Were About to Drift Away From Their Faith.Hebrews 2:1 (NKJV)Hebrews 10:25 (NKJV)The ThemeBetterHe Is Better Than the Angels.Hebrews 1:4 (NKJV)He Offers a Better Hope.Hebrews 7:19 (NKJV)He Brought a Better Covenant.Hebrews 7:22 (NKJV)He Offers Better Promises.Hebrews 8:6 (NKJV)He Offers Better Sacrifices.Hebrews 9:23 (NKJV)He Offers a Better Possession.Hebrews 10:34 (NKJV)He Has a Better CityHebrews 11:16 (NKJV)He Has a Better Resurrection.Hebrews 11:35 (NKJV)PerfectHebrews 10:14 (NKJV)EternalHe Is the Author of Eternal Salvation.Hebrews 5:9 (NKJV)Through His Death He Obtained Eternal Redemption.Hebrews 9:12 (NKJV)He Shares with Believers the Promise of the Eternal Inheritance.Hebrews 9:15 (NKJV)His Throne is Forever.Hebrews 1:8 (NKJV)He Is Never Changing.Hebrews 13:8 (NKJV)The PurposeEncouragementHebrews 13:22 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Breathe On Me Breath Of God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 7, 2024: “Hebrews: An Introduction”Call To Worship:“Victory In Jesus” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 63:1-5Worship In Song:“You Never Let Go” & “Who You Say I Am”Message: “Hebrews: An Introduction”Reasons people do not go toward Hebrews…Too Difficult to UnderstandIts ContentToo RevealingIntroductory PointsThe AuthorGod Only KnowsThe Original ReadersThey Were Believers.They Were Most Likely Converted Jews to Christianity.They Had Been Persecuted Because of Their Faith in Christ.Hebrews 10:321-34 (NKJV)None of Them Had Been Martyred Because of Their Faith.Hebrews 12:4 (NKJV)They Had Behaved Themselves as True Christians Throughout Their Suffering by Showing Compassion to Other Saints.Hebrews 6:10 (NKJV)Even Though They Had Been Christians for Some Time, They Were Still “Babes” in Christ.Hebrews 5:12-14 (NKJV)There Were Clear Signs That These Christians Were About to Drift Away From Their Faith.Hebrews 2:1 (NKJV)Hebrews 10:25 (NKJV)The ThemeBetterHe Is Better Than the Angels.Hebrews 1:4 (NKJV)He Offers a Better Hope.Hebrews 7:19 (NKJV)He Brought a Better Covenant.Hebrews 7:22 (NKJV)He Offers Better Promises.Hebrews 8:6 (NKJV)He Offers Better Sacrifices.Hebrews 9:23 (NKJV)He Offers a Better Possession.Hebrews 10:34 (NKJV)He Has a Better CityHebrews 11:16 (NKJV)He Has a Better Resurrection.Hebrews 11:35 (NKJV)PerfectHebrews 10:14 (NKJV)EternalHe Is the Author of Eternal Salvation.Hebrews 5:9 (NKJV)Through His Death He Obtained Eternal Redemption.Hebrews 9:12 (NKJV)He Shares with Believers the Promise of the Eternal Inheritance.Hebrews 9:15 (NKJV)His Throne is Forever.Hebrews 1:8 (NKJV)He Is Never Changing.Hebrews 13:8 (NKJV)The PurposeEncouragementHebrews 13:22 (NKJV)Response in Song:“Breathe On Me Breath Of God”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 31, 2023: “Believing For The Impossible”Call To Worship:“Standing On The Promises” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 18:6-13Worship In Song:“Never Once” & “Turn Your Eyes”Message: “Believing For The Impossible”Luke 1:37“Believe”Our EnemiesElisha the Prophet & His Personal Assistant2 Kings 6:15-17 (NKJV)Moses and the Children of Israel at the Red SeaExodus 14:13-14 (NKJV)Shadrach, Meshach, and AbednegoDaniel 3:13-18 (NKJV)DanielDaniel 6:18-23 (NKJV)Our SicknessesWomen With Issue of BloodMark 5:25-34 (NKJV)Blind BartimaeusMark 10:46-52 (NKJV)The Apostle Paul2 Corinthians 12:7-10 (NKJV)Our Basic Needs1 Kings 17:8-15 (NKJV)Our SalvationMatthew 19:23-26 (NKJV)Matthew 17:14-21 (NKJV)When We Believe God for the Impossible, the Impossible Becomes the Possible!Response in Song:“Break Every Chain”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 31, 2023: “Believing For The Impossible”Call To Worship:“Standing On The Promises” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Genesis 18:6-13Worship In Song:“Never Once” & “Turn Your Eyes”Message: “Believing For The Impossible”Luke 1:37“Believe”Our EnemiesElisha the Prophet & His Personal Assistant2 Kings 6:15-17 (NKJV)Moses and the Children of Israel at the Red SeaExodus 14:13-14 (NKJV)Shadrach, Meshach, and AbednegoDaniel 3:13-18 (NKJV)DanielDaniel 6:18-23 (NKJV)Our SicknessesWomen With Issue of BloodMark 5:25-34 (NKJV)Blind BartimaeusMark 10:46-52 (NKJV)The Apostle Paul2 Corinthians 12:7-10 (NKJV)Our Basic Needs1 Kings 17:8-15 (NKJV)Our SalvationMatthew 19:23-26 (NKJV)Matthew 17:14-21 (NKJV)When We Believe God for the Impossible, the Impossible Becomes the Possible!Response in Song:“Break Every Chain”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 24, 2023: “The Six Vital Words of Christmas”Call To Worship:“Silent Night (Christ the Savior Is Born)” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Matthew 1:18-24Mission’s Offering Song:“Happy Birthday Jesus”Message: “The Six Vital Words of Christmas”Luke 2:8-14Glory - “the brightness or majesty of something.”Joy - “the experience of gladness.”Savior - “One who saves.”Praise - “the act of expressing praise.”Peace - “a state of being well.”Goodwill - “a desire for something based upon its apparent benefit.”This Is The Essence of Christmas!Response in Song:“Behold the Lamb”“Jesus Loves Me”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 24, 2023: “The Six Vital Words of Christmas”Call To Worship:“Silent Night (Christ the Savior Is Born)” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Matthew 1:18-24Mission’s Offering Song:“Happy Birthday Jesus”Message: “The Six Vital Words of Christmas”Luke 2:8-14Glory - “the brightness or majesty of something.”Joy - “the experience of gladness.”Savior - “One who saves.”Praise - “the act of expressing praise.”Peace - “a state of being well.”Goodwill - “a desire for something based upon its apparent benefit.”This Is The Essence of Christmas!Response in Song:“Behold the Lamb”“Jesus Loves Me”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
For just a moment let us forget about all the things that crowd our hearts and minds and let us hear the simplistic message of the Christmas story through the songs we sing, the words we speak, and the praises we lift up to the glory of God in the Highest!
For just a moment let us forget about all the things that crowd our hearts and minds and let us hear the simplistic message of the Christmas story through the songs we sing, the words we speak, and the praises we lift up to the glory of God in the Highest!
December 10, 2023: “Christmas A Storehouse of Memories”Call To Worship:“Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 40:1-11Response in Song:“Hark The Herald Angels Sing”“Silent Night”Message: “Christmas A Storehouse of Memories”Luke 2:1-19The Angelic VisitLuke 1:351:38The Birth of JesusThe Dedication of JesusLuke 2:29-35Jesus in the TempleLuke 2:48-51Lessons to Learn From Mary’s ExperienceShe taught us the blessings of obedient faith.She taught us that we do not have to fully understand what God is doing, but by faith we can accept it an be used by Him.Mary taught us that an obedient faith has both positive and negative effects.Mary taught us where to look for the true treasures of life.Matthew 5:8Matthew 6:21Matthew 12:35Matthew 22:37“What Kings of Treasures Have You Stored In Your Heart?”Altar Response:“Immanuel”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 10, 2023: “Christmas A Storehouse of Memories”Call To Worship:“Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 40:1-11Response in Song:“Hark The Herald Angels Sing”“Silent Night”Message: “Christmas A Storehouse of Memories”Luke 2:1-19The Angelic VisitLuke 1:351:38The Birth of JesusThe Dedication of JesusLuke 2:29-35Jesus in the TempleLuke 2:48-51Lessons to Learn From Mary’s ExperienceShe taught us the blessings of obedient faith.She taught us that we do not have to fully understand what God is doing, but by faith we can accept it an be used by Him.Mary taught us that an obedient faith has both positive and negative effects.Mary taught us where to look for the true treasures of life.Matthew 5:8Matthew 6:21Matthew 12:35Matthew 22:37“What Kings of Treasures Have You Stored In Your Heart?”Altar Response:“Immanuel”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 3, 2023: “Why Should I Align Myself with Jesus’ Church?”Call To Worship:“To God Be The Glory” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 9:2-7Response in Song:“Angels We Have Heard On High”“O Little Town Of Bethlehem”Message: “Why Should I Align Myself with Jesus’ Church?”Hebrews 10:24-25ekklesia: a meeting of people who are called out or summoned.It is the Natural Thing to Do.If You Are a Member of the Invisible Church, It Only Stands to Reason That Your Should Become a Member of a Visible Local Church.The Church Provides a Covering For Its People.1 Corinthians 5:5 (NKJV)1 Timothy 1:20 (NKJV)Christians Need the Fellowship of Other Christians.Hebrews 10:24:25 (NKJV)Acts 2:42 (NKJV) (NKJV)1 John 1:7Every Christian Must be Accountable to a Body of Believers.Isaiah 47:8 (NKJV)Hebrews 13:17 (NKJV)Every Christian Needs a Sense of Identification.Every Christian Needs a Place to Worship.Every Christian Needs a Church Home and Family.Every Christian Needs a Place to Be Fed Spiritually.Every Christian Needs to Belong to an Army Called the Church to Effectively Fight Against Our Common Enemy, Satan.Altar Response:“This I Believe (The Creed)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 3, 2023: “Why Should I Align Myself with Jesus’ Church?”Call To Worship:“To God Be The Glory” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 9:2-7Response in Song:“Angels We Have Heard On High”“O Little Town Of Bethlehem”Message: “Why Should I Align Myself with Jesus’ Church?”Hebrews 10:24-25ekklesia: a meeting of people who are called out or summoned.It is the Natural Thing to Do.If You Are a Member of the Invisible Church, It Only Stands to Reason That Your Should Become a Member of a Visible Local Church.The Church Provides a Covering For Its People.1 Corinthians 5:5 (NKJV)1 Timothy 1:20 (NKJV)Christians Need the Fellowship of Other Christians.Hebrews 10:24:25 (NKJV)Acts 2:42 (NKJV) (NKJV)1 John 1:7Every Christian Must be Accountable to a Body of Believers.Isaiah 47:8 (NKJV)Hebrews 13:17 (NKJV)Every Christian Needs a Sense of Identification.Every Christian Needs a Place to Worship.Every Christian Needs a Church Home and Family.Every Christian Needs a Place to Be Fed Spiritually.Every Christian Needs to Belong to an Army Called the Church to Effectively Fight Against Our Common Enemy, Satan.Altar Response:“This I Believe (The Creed)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 26, 2023: “The Incredible Journey”Call To Worship:“Here I Am To Worship” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 42:1-11Response in Song:“Blessed Assurance”“As The Deer”Message: “The Incredible Journey”2 Timothy 4:6-8Learn How to Fight the Good Fight.2 Corinthians 11:23-282 Corinthians 4:17Romans 8:28Romans 8:31Romans 8:35-39Learn How to Finish the Race.Hebrews 12:1-2Follow the Godly Examples of Those Around You.Travel Lightly and Don’t Carry Around a Lot of Extra Baggage.Don’t Get Involved in Things That Will Trip You Up Causing You to Fall.Keep Your Eyes on Jesus Because He Ran the Race Before You, and He is Waiting at the Finish Line for You.Philippians 3:14Learn How to Keep the Faith.2 Timothy 1:11-12Philippians 4:13Altar Response:“Go Tell It On The Mountain”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 26, 2023: “The Incredible Journey”Call To Worship:“Here I Am To Worship” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 42:1-11Response in Song:“Blessed Assurance”“As The Deer”Message: “The Incredible Journey”2 Timothy 4:6-8Learn How to Fight the Good Fight.2 Corinthians 11:23-282 Corinthians 4:17Romans 8:28Romans 8:31Romans 8:35-39Learn How to Finish the Race.Hebrews 12:1-2Follow the Godly Examples of Those Around You.Travel Lightly and Don’t Carry Around a Lot of Extra Baggage.Don’t Get Involved in Things That Will Trip You Up Causing You to Fall.Keep Your Eyes on Jesus Because He Ran the Race Before You, and He is Waiting at the Finish Line for You.Philippians 3:14Learn How to Keep the Faith.2 Timothy 1:11-12Philippians 4:13Altar Response:“Go Tell It On The Mountain”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 19, 2023: “Making Wrong Things Right”Call To Worship:“Everlasting God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 51:1-13Response in Song:“Trust and Obey”“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”Message: “Making Wrong Things Right”Ezra 9:1-15There Must Be a Willingness to Listen to the Word of God.Ezra 9:4There Must Be an Acknowledgement of Sin.Ezra 9:1-2There Must Be an Expression of Grief.Ezra 9:3There Must Be a Turning to God in Prayer.Ezra 9:5-9There Must Be Confession of Sin.Ezra 10:2There Must be Obedience to the Word of God.Ezra 10:44Hebrews 12:1-3Altar Response:“He Is Lord (He Is Love)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 19, 2023: “Making Wrong Things Right”Call To Worship:“Everlasting God” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 51:1-13Response in Song:“Trust and Obey”“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”Message: “Making Wrong Things Right”Ezra 9:1-15There Must Be a Willingness to Listen to the Word of God.Ezra 9:4There Must Be an Acknowledgement of Sin.Ezra 9:1-2There Must Be an Expression of Grief.Ezra 9:3There Must Be a Turning to God in Prayer.Ezra 9:5-9There Must Be Confession of Sin.Ezra 10:2There Must be Obedience to the Word of God.Ezra 10:44Hebrews 12:1-3Altar Response:“He Is Lord (He Is Love)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 12, 2023: “The Promise Keeper”Call To Worship:“Look What The Lord Has Done!” Words from the Word: (NLT): Hebrews 6:13-20Response in Song:“Standing On The Promises”“Victory In Jesus”Message: “The Promise Keeper”Ezra 1:1God is a Faithful Promise Keeper.Numbers 23:19 (NKJV)God’s Promises Continue from Generation to Generation.Deuteronomy6:3-5 (NKJV)Deuteronomy 7:9 (NKJV)God’s Promises Never Fail.Joshua 23:14-16 (NKJV)When You Feel Life God’s Promises Have Failed, Remember What the Lord Has Done.Psalm 77:1-15 (NKJV)God Has the Power to Fulfill His PromisesRomans 4:19:24 (NKJV)All the Promises of God Are Ultimately Fulfilled in Christ.2 Corinthians 1:20-22 (NKJV)The Promises of God Should Be a Motivation to Live a Holy Life.2 Corinthians 7:1 (NKJV)Failure to Wait on the Promises of God Will Lead to a Forfeiture God’s Blessings.Hebrews 4:1 (NKJV)Hebrews 10:23 (NKJV)Hebrews 10:35-39 (NKJV)God’s Promise to Save Is Still in Effect Today.2 Peter 3:9 (NKJV)God’s Ultimate Promise Is the Gift of Eternal Life Found Only in Jesus Christ Our Lord.1 John 2:25 (NKJV)God is a Promise Keeper, So He’s Waiting for a Response from You!Altar Response:“When I Survey”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 12, 2023: “The Promise Keeper”Call To Worship:“Look What The Lord Has Done!” Words from the Word: (NLT): Hebrews 6:13-20Response in Song:“Standing On The Promises”“Victory In Jesus”Message: “The Promise Keeper”Ezra 1:1God is a Faithful Promise Keeper.Numbers 23:19 (NKJV)God’s Promises Continue from Generation to Generation.Deuteronomy6:3-5 (NKJV)Deuteronomy 7:9 (NKJV)God’s Promises Never Fail.Joshua 23:14-16 (NKJV)When You Feel Life God’s Promises Have Failed, Remember What the Lord Has Done.Psalm 77:1-15 (NKJV)God Has the Power to Fulfill His PromisesRomans 4:19:24 (NKJV)All the Promises of God Are Ultimately Fulfilled in Christ.2 Corinthians 1:20-22 (NKJV)The Promises of God Should Be a Motivation to Live a Holy Life.2 Corinthians 7:1 (NKJV)Failure to Wait on the Promises of God Will Lead to a Forfeiture God’s Blessings.Hebrews 4:1 (NKJV)Hebrews 10:23 (NKJV)Hebrews 10:35-39 (NKJV)God’s Promise to Save Is Still in Effect Today.2 Peter 3:9 (NKJV)God’s Ultimate Promise Is the Gift of Eternal Life Found Only in Jesus Christ Our Lord.1 John 2:25 (NKJV)God is a Promise Keeper, So He’s Waiting for a Response from You!Altar Response:“When I Survey”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 5, 2023: “All Stirred Up”Call To Worship:“Way Maker” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 32:1-14Response in Song:“What A Beautiful Name”“Your Great Name”Message: “All Stirred Up”Ezra 1:1-2“The Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia”What Happens When God Stirs Up The Human Spirit?God stirred the spirit of Noah and he built an ark which became the means of salvation for his family and much of the animal kingdom.God stirred the spirit of Abraham and he became the father of the great nation of Israel plus he fathered many other nations.God stirred the spirit of Joseph and he became a dreamer of dreams.God stirred the spirit of Moses and he led his people from the slavery of Egypt to the brink of the promised land.God stirred the spirit of Joshua and he was chosen to take up the ministry of Moses, thus, leading the children of Israel into the land of promise.God stirred the spirit of Gideon, and this humble farmer led his people into victory against the oppressive Midian nation.God stirred the spirit of Ruth.God stirred the spirit of Hannah and she became the mother a great prophet and judge of Israel, Samuel.God stirred the spirit of Samuel, and he led his people into a period of spiritual renewal and revival.God stirred the spirit of David, and this shepherd boy became one of the greatest Kings of Israel.God stirred the spirit of Nehemiah and this cupbearer for the king became a governor of Israel who rebuilt the ruined city of Jerusalem.God stirred the spirit of a young Jewish girl by the name of Esther, and she became a queen.God stirred the spirit of a teenage boy named Daniel.God stirred the spirit of a teenage girl named Mary and she became the mother of God's Son, Jesus Christ.God stirred the spirit of a rough, rugged fisherman and he became the first preacher of the church. He given name was Simon, but Jesus called him Peter, the rock.God stirred the spirit of an accomplished scholar and teacher of the Hebrew law known as Saul.God stirred the spirit of Martin Luther and he became one of the founders of modern Protestant movement.God stirred the spirit of John Wesley.God stirred the spirit of a one-eyed black named William Seymour.God stirred the spirit of a young North Carolina boy by the name of Billy Graham.When God stirs our spirits, we can do extraordinary things.I pray that we will get “All Stirred Up!”Altar Response:“Broken Vessels”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 5, 2023: “All Stirred Up”Call To Worship:“Way Maker” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 32:1-14Response in Song:“What A Beautiful Name”“Your Great Name”Message: “All Stirred Up”Ezra 1:1-2“The Lord stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia”What Happens When God Stirs Up The Human Spirit?God stirred the spirit of Noah and he built an ark which became the means of salvation for his family and much of the animal kingdom.God stirred the spirit of Abraham and he became the father of the great nation of Israel plus he fathered many other nations.God stirred the spirit of Joseph and he became a dreamer of dreams.God stirred the spirit of Moses and he led his people from the slavery of Egypt to the brink of the promised land.God stirred the spirit of Joshua and he was chosen to take up the ministry of Moses, thus, leading the children of Israel into the land of promise.God stirred the spirit of Gideon, and this humble farmer led his people into victory against the oppressive Midian nation.God stirred the spirit of Ruth.God stirred the spirit of Hannah and she became the mother a great prophet and judge of Israel, Samuel.God stirred the spirit of Samuel, and he led his people into a period of spiritual renewal and revival.God stirred the spirit of David, and this shepherd boy became one of the greatest Kings of Israel.God stirred the spirit of Nehemiah and this cupbearer for the king became a governor of Israel who rebuilt the ruined city of Jerusalem.God stirred the spirit of a young Jewish girl by the name of Esther, and she became a queen.God stirred the spirit of a teenage boy named Daniel.God stirred the spirit of a teenage girl named Mary and she became the mother of God's Son, Jesus Christ.God stirred the spirit of a rough, rugged fisherman and he became the first preacher of the church. He given name was Simon, but Jesus called him Peter, the rock.God stirred the spirit of an accomplished scholar and teacher of the Hebrew law known as Saul.God stirred the spirit of Martin Luther and he became one of the founders of modern Protestant movement.God stirred the spirit of John Wesley.God stirred the spirit of a one-eyed black named William Seymour.God stirred the spirit of a young North Carolina boy by the name of Billy Graham.When God stirs our spirits, we can do extraordinary things.I pray that we will get “All Stirred Up!”Altar Response:“Broken Vessels”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 29, 2023: “He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”Call To Worship:“God Of Wonders” Song of Praise:“God Of Wonders” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 7:6-11Response in Song:“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”“Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me)”Message: “He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”John 3:16Greek word = “kosmos”It Refers to the Whole Created Order.Genesis 1:1 (NKJV)John 1:1-3 (NKJV)John 1:10 (NKJV)It Refers to the Earth and Its InhabitantsIt Refers to the Arena of Human ActivityJohn 1:29 (NKJV) 1 John 2:2 (NKJV)John 1:4-5 (NKJV)John 1:9-11 (NKJV)John 3:9-21 (NKJV)Zechariah 4:6 (NKJV)Acts 1:8 (NKJV)What Are We To Do?Phase One is PrayerPhase Two is a BurdenPhase Three is ActionHe’s Got The Whole World In His HandsAltar Response:“He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 29, 2023: “He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”Call To Worship:“God Of Wonders” Song of Praise:“God Of Wonders” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 7:6-11Response in Song:“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”“Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me)”Message: “He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”John 3:16Greek word = “kosmos”It Refers to the Whole Created Order.Genesis 1:1 (NKJV)John 1:1-3 (NKJV)John 1:10 (NKJV)It Refers to the Earth and Its InhabitantsIt Refers to the Arena of Human ActivityJohn 1:29 (NKJV) 1 John 2:2 (NKJV)John 1:4-5 (NKJV)John 1:9-11 (NKJV)John 3:9-21 (NKJV)Zechariah 4:6 (NKJV)Acts 1:8 (NKJV)What Are We To Do?Phase One is PrayerPhase Two is a BurdenPhase Three is ActionHe’s Got The Whole World In His HandsAltar Response:“He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 22, 2023: “What Time Is It?”Call To Worship:“Victory In Jesus” Song of Praise:“A Thousand Hallelujahs” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Matthew 25:1-13Response in Song:“Midnight Cry”Offering & Song:“The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours)” Memorial Service/Moment of Silence & Song:“Haven of Rest” Message: “What Time Is It?”Ecclesiastes 3:1-15Look Up and See GodBirth and DeathPsalm 139:13-16 (NKJV)Planting and PluckingKilling and HealingCasting Away Stones and Gathering StonesEmbracing and Refraining from EmbracingGetting and LosingTearing and MendingLoving and HatingLook Within Your HeartA Person’s Life is a Gift from GodEcclesiastes 3:10 (NKJV)A Person’s Life is Linked to EternityEcclesiastes 3:11 (NKJV)A Person’s Life Can Be Enjoyable NowEcclesiastes 3:12-14 (NKJV)Look Ahead Death is Coming To AllEcclesiastes 3:15 (NKJV)What Time Is It For You?Benediction:“The Blessing”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 22, 2023: “What Time Is It?”Call To Worship:“Victory In Jesus” Song of Praise:“A Thousand Hallelujahs” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Matthew 25:1-13Response in Song:“Midnight Cry”Offering & Song:“The Lord’s Prayer (It’s Yours)” Memorial Service/Moment of Silence & Song:“Haven of Rest” Message: “What Time Is It?”Ecclesiastes 3:1-15Look Up and See GodBirth and DeathPsalm 139:13-16 (NKJV)Planting and PluckingKilling and HealingCasting Away Stones and Gathering StonesEmbracing and Refraining from EmbracingGetting and LosingTearing and MendingLoving and HatingLook Within Your HeartA Person’s Life is a Gift from GodEcclesiastes 3:10 (NKJV)A Person’s Life is Linked to EternityEcclesiastes 3:11 (NKJV)A Person’s Life Can Be Enjoyable NowEcclesiastes 3:12-14 (NKJV)Look Ahead Death is Coming To AllEcclesiastes 3:15 (NKJV)What Time Is It For You?Benediction:“The Blessing”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 8, 2023: “Stepping Into God’s Promise”Call To Worship:“Holy Spirit” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Hebrews 10:19-25Songs of Praise:“Power In The Blood”“No Longer Slaves”Message: “Stepping Into God’s Promise”Joshua 1:1-9What is God putting into your heart?Jeremiah 1:53 Things of Victorious People…One: Must be a person of prayer.Two: Must be a person of the Word.There is a connection between knowing the Word and having success!Ezra 7:10Three: Victorious People are Bold.Things that keep the church from stepping into all that God has called us to:Division!Struggling with trying to get the culture to like us!We are afraid of persecution.Where does boldness come from?From the presence of God.From the promise of God! The hope that is in the cross of Jesus Christ!(Scriptures and points by Pastor Mark Yates)
October 8, 2023: “Stepping Into God’s Promise”Call To Worship:“Holy Spirit” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Hebrews 10:19-25Songs of Praise:“Power In The Blood”“No Longer Slaves”Message: “Stepping Into God’s Promise”Joshua 1:1-9What is God putting into your heart?Jeremiah 1:53 Things of Victorious People…One: Must be a person of prayer.Two: Must be a person of the Word.There is a connection between knowing the Word and having success!Ezra 7:10Three: Victorious People are Bold.Things that keep the church from stepping into all that God has called us to:Division!Struggling with trying to get the culture to like us!We are afraid of persecution.Where does boldness come from?From the presence of God.From the promise of God! The hope that is in the cross of Jesus Christ!(Scriptures and points by Pastor Mark Yates)
September 10, 2023: “But Wait…There’s More”Call To Worship:“Open Up The Heavens” Words from the Word (NKJV): Genesis 2:1-7Response of Praise:“Holy Spirit” & “Breathe On Me Breath of God”Message: “But Wait…There’s More”John 7:53-8:11 (NLT)But Wait…There’s More…The crowd will magnify your sins, Jesus will magnify His grace!But Wait…There’s More…Jesus calls our untruth.Jesus shows he is the truth.Jesus gives the path to the truth.But Wait…There’s More…He is a God of grace over your past, present, and future!Response: “Do It Again”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Chris Searles)
September 10, 2023: “But Wait…There’s More”Call To Worship:“Open Up The Heavens” Words from the Word (NKJV): Genesis 2:1-7Response of Praise:“Holy Spirit” & “Breathe On Me Breath of God”Message: “But Wait…There’s More”John 7:53-8:11 (NLT)But Wait…There’s More…The crowd will magnify your sins, Jesus will magnify His grace!But Wait…There’s More…Jesus calls our untruth.Jesus shows he is the truth.Jesus gives the path to the truth.But Wait…There’s More…He is a God of grace over your past, present, and future!Response: “Do It Again”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Chris Searles)
September 3, 2023: “What Is Genuine Worship?”Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 150Response of Praise:“Let Everything That Has Breath”Worship with Songs of Praise:“Way Maker” & “As The Deer” Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Isaiah 26:1-4, 9Response of Praise:“Breathe”Message: “What Is Genuine Worship?”John 4:1-24 (NKJV)Worship Is a Matter of the Will.Worship Does Not Just Happen.Worship Is Not About a Place.Worship Is A Mandate.Worship Is A Noun and a Verb.Worship Is Never Passive.Worship Must Be Expressed In Some Form.Worship Can Be Expressed In A Variety of Places.Worship Is Not Entertainment.Genuine Worship Is Expressed In Spirit and Truth.John 7:37-39 (NKJV)Luke 10:32 (NKJV)John 1:10-14 (NKJV)He is the Bright and Morning Star.He is the Alpha and Omega.He is a Rock in a Weary Land.He is the Stream in the Desert.He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.He is the Resurrection and Life.He is the Bread of Life.He is the Great I Am.He is the Lily of the Valley.He is the Captain of My Salvation.He is My Friend and My Brother.He is My Peace.He is the Good Shepherd.He is the Author and Finisher of My Faith.He is My Strong and Mighty Tower.He is My Refuge.He is My Help in the Time of Trouble.He is My Deliverer.He is My Healer.In Him There is No Condemnation.He is My Light in the Darkness.He is My Hope for Today and Tomorrow.Response: “Turn Your Eyes”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 3, 2023: “What Is Genuine Worship?”Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 150Response of Praise:“Let Everything That Has Breath”Worship with Songs of Praise:“Way Maker” & “As The Deer” Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Isaiah 26:1-4, 9Response of Praise:“Breathe”Message: “What Is Genuine Worship?”John 4:1-24 (NKJV)Worship Is a Matter of the Will.Worship Does Not Just Happen.Worship Is Not About a Place.Worship Is A Mandate.Worship Is A Noun and a Verb.Worship Is Never Passive.Worship Must Be Expressed In Some Form.Worship Can Be Expressed In A Variety of Places.Worship Is Not Entertainment.Genuine Worship Is Expressed In Spirit and Truth.John 7:37-39 (NKJV)Luke 10:32 (NKJV)John 1:10-14 (NKJV)He is the Bright and Morning Star.He is the Alpha and Omega.He is a Rock in a Weary Land.He is the Stream in the Desert.He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.He is the Resurrection and Life.He is the Bread of Life.He is the Great I Am.He is the Lily of the Valley.He is the Captain of My Salvation.He is My Friend and My Brother.He is My Peace.He is the Good Shepherd.He is the Author and Finisher of My Faith.He is My Strong and Mighty Tower.He is My Refuge.He is My Help in the Time of Trouble.He is My Deliverer.He is My Healer.In Him There is No Condemnation.He is My Light in the Darkness.He is My Hope for Today and Tomorrow.Response: “Turn Your Eyes”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 27, 2023: “What Brand Do You Wear?”
Call To Worship: “I Stand Amazed”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-5
Response of Praise: “Alas and Did My Saviour Bleed” & “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)”
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Response of Praise: “Broken Vessels”
Message: “What Brand Do You Wear?” Galatians 6:11-17 (NKJV) Philippians 1:21 (NKJV) Philippians 3:5-8 (NLT) John 15:18-20 (NKJV) Can the world SEE Christ in you by the way you live? Can the world HEAR Christ in you by the words you speak? Can the world FEEL Christ in you by the way you minister to their needs? Can the world TRUST Christ in you by the way you conduct you business and personal affairs? Can the world have FAITH in Christ by the way you demonstrate faith? Can the world LOVE Christ in you by the way you love others? Can the world LIVE for Christ by the way you live for Him? What Marks Do You Bear for Jesus Christ? Communion: “Behold the Lamb”
Response: “There Is A Redeemer”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 27, 2023: “What Brand Do You Wear?”
Call To Worship: “I Stand Amazed”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-5
Response of Praise: “Alas and Did My Saviour Bleed” & “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)”
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Response of Praise: “Broken Vessels”
Message: “What Brand Do You Wear?” Galatians 6:11-17 (NKJV) Philippians 1:21 (NKJV) Philippians 3:5-8 (NLT) John 15:18-20 (NKJV) Can the world SEE Christ in you by the way you live? Can the world HEAR Christ in you by the words you speak? Can the world FEEL Christ in you by the way you minister to their needs? Can the world TRUST Christ in you by the way you conduct you business and personal affairs? Can the world have FAITH in Christ by the way you demonstrate faith? Can the world LOVE Christ in you by the way you love others? Can the world LIVE for Christ by the way you live for Him? What Marks Do You Bear for Jesus Christ? Communion: “Behold the Lamb”
Response: “There Is A Redeemer”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 20, 2023 “The Benediction (The Blessing of Prayer)”
Call To Worship: “God of Wonders”
Message: “The Benediction (The Blessing of Prayer)”
Matthew 6:9-13 (NKJV) What Is A Benediction? An expression of good wishes. An invocation (prayer) of blessing. Something that promotes goodness or well-being. 10 Elements Relationship “Our Father” Position “Who Is In Heaven” Character “Holy Is Your Name” Purpose “Your Kingdom Come” Direction “Your Will Be Done” Trust “Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread” Forgiveness “Forgive Us Our Debts, As We Forgive Our Debtors” Trials “Lead Us Not Into Temptation” Deliverance “But Deliver Us From Evil” Worship “For Yours Is The Kingdom, The Power, and The Glory” Worship Response to the Message:
Our Father (Relationship), Who Is In Heaven, (Position), Holy Is Your Name. (Character) - Song: Here I Am To Worship Your Kingdom Come, (Purpose), Your Will Be Done On Earth, As It Is In Heaven. (Direction) - Song: Hymn of Heaven Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread (Trust) - Intercessory Prayer And Forgive Us Our Debts, As We Forgive Our Debtors (Forgiveness and Forgiving), And Lead Us Not Into Temptation, (Trials), But Deliver Us From Evil (Deliverance) - Songs: Power In The Blood & No Longer Slaves For yours Is The Kingdom, And The Power, And The Glory, Forever (Worship) - Song: Worthy Of It All
Benediction: The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father Who Art In Heaven
Hallowed Be Your Name
Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done
On Earth As It Is In Heaven
Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread
Forgive Us Our Trespasses
As We Forgive Those Who Trespass Against Us
Lead Us Not Into Temptation
But Deliver Us From Evil
For Thine Is The Kingdom,
The Power, and The Glory
Amen.
August 20, 2023 “The Benediction (The Blessing of Prayer)”
Call To Worship: “God of Wonders”
Message: “The Benediction (The Blessing of Prayer)”
Matthew 6:9-13 (NKJV) What Is A Benediction? An expression of good wishes. An invocation (prayer) of blessing. Something that promotes goodness or well-being. 10 Elements Relationship “Our Father” Position “Who Is In Heaven” Character “Holy Is Your Name” Purpose “Your Kingdom Come” Direction “Your Will Be Done” Trust “Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread” Forgiveness “Forgive Us Our Debts, As We Forgive Our Debtors” Trials “Lead Us Not Into Temptation” Deliverance “But Deliver Us From Evil” Worship “For Yours Is The Kingdom, The Power, and The Glory” Worship Response to the Message:
Our Father (Relationship), Who Is In Heaven, (Position), Holy Is Your Name. (Character) - Song: Here I Am To Worship Your Kingdom Come, (Purpose), Your Will Be Done On Earth, As It Is In Heaven. (Direction) - Song: Hymn of Heaven Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread (Trust) - Intercessory Prayer And Forgive Us Our Debts, As We Forgive Our Debtors (Forgiveness and Forgiving), And Lead Us Not Into Temptation, (Trials), But Deliver Us From Evil (Deliverance) - Songs: Power In The Blood & No Longer Slaves For yours Is The Kingdom, And The Power, And The Glory, Forever (Worship) - Song: Worthy Of It All
Benediction: The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father Who Art In Heaven
Hallowed Be Your Name
Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done
On Earth As It Is In Heaven
Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread
Forgive Us Our Trespasses
As We Forgive Those Who Trespass Against Us
Lead Us Not Into Temptation
But Deliver Us From Evil
For Thine Is The Kingdom,
The Power, and The Glory
Amen.
July 23, 2023: “Where Is The God of Elijah?”
Call To Worship:
“Everlasting God”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV):
Psalm 42:1-3
Response of Praise:
“No Longer Slaves” & “As The Deer”
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV):
Acts 3:1-10
Response of Praise:
“Your Great Name”
Message: “Where Is The God of Elijah?”
2 Kings 2:1-14 Elisha Was Not Depending on Elijah. Elisha Was Asking for a Sign of Confirmation. The Lord answered Elisha question. Hebrews 13:8 The God of Elijah Still Takes Care of His People. Genesis 28:15 Joshua 1:5 John 14:18 Hebrews 13:5-6 Psalm 23:1-6 1 Corinthians 10:13 The God of Elijah Still Answers By Fire The God of Elijah Still Answers Prayers Romans 8:34 Hebrews 7:25 The God of Elijah Still Meets His People Under the Juniper Tree 2 Corinthians 12:9:10 The God of Elijah Still Gives His Spirit to His People Matthew 3:11 Acts 2:28-39 Ephesians 5:17-18 Where is the God of Elijah? Response: “O Come To The Altar”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 23, 2023: “Where Is The God of Elijah?”
Call To Worship:
“Everlasting God”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV):
Psalm 42:1-3
Response of Praise:
“No Longer Slaves” & “As The Deer”
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV):
Acts 3:1-10
Response of Praise:
“Your Great Name”
Message: “Where Is The God of Elijah?”
2 Kings 2:1-14 Elisha Was Not Depending on Elijah. Elisha Was Asking for a Sign of Confirmation. The Lord answered Elisha question. Hebrews 13:8 The God of Elijah Still Takes Care of His People. Genesis 28:15 Joshua 1:5 John 14:18 Hebrews 13:5-6 Psalm 23:1-6 1 Corinthians 10:13 The God of Elijah Still Answers By Fire The God of Elijah Still Answers Prayers Romans 8:34 Hebrews 7:25 The God of Elijah Still Meets His People Under the Juniper Tree 2 Corinthians 12:9:10 The God of Elijah Still Gives His Spirit to His People Matthew 3:11 Acts 2:28-39 Ephesians 5:17-18 Where is the God of Elijah? Response: “O Come To The Altar”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 9, 2023: “Are You There?”
Call To Worship:
“I Stand Amazed”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV):
John 4:46-53
Response of Praise:
“Trust & Obey” & “Tis So Sweet To Trust in Jesus”
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV):
Revelation 7:9-17
Response of Praise:
“Before The Throne”
Message: “Are You There?”
~ 1 Kings 17:1-16
There is the Place of God’s Purpose There is the Place of God’s Power 1 John 4:4 There is the Place of God’s Provisions John 14:6
Response: “Turn Your Eyes”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 9, 2023: “Are You There?”
Call To Worship:
“I Stand Amazed”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV):
John 4:46-53
Response of Praise:
“Trust & Obey” & “Tis So Sweet To Trust in Jesus”
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV):
Revelation 7:9-17
Response of Praise:
“Before The Throne”
Message: “Are You There?”
~ 1 Kings 17:1-16
There is the Place of God’s Purpose There is the Place of God’s Power 1 John 4:4 There is the Place of God’s Provisions John 14:6
Response: “Turn Your Eyes”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 25, 2023: “God’s Plan For Parenting”
Call To Worship:
“Lord I Lift Your Name On High”
Words from the Word (NKJV):
Psalm 128
Response of Praise:
“Raise A Hallelujah” & “Because He Lives”
Baby Dedication Song:
“He Gave Me You” - https://youtu.be/DToJbMnBzcM
Message: “God’s Plan For Parenting”
~ Hebrews 12:5-9 (NKJV)
Teach Proverbs 22:6 (NKJV) Instruct How to Develop Physically How to Develop Socially How to Develop Spiritually Set Rules Be An Example Discipline 1 Samuel 3:13-14 (NKJV) Back Up Teaching With Discipline The Scriptural Method of Discipline is the Rod The Rod Is An Expression of Love Proverbs 13:24 (NKJV) The Rod Should Be The First Response and Not The Last Resort. The Rod Is An Effective Tool. The Rod Is God’s Appointed Means of Discipline. Love Hebrews 12:5-6 (NKJV) What Is God’s Plan For Parenting? Teaching Discipling Loving Missions Offering Song:
“Shine Jesus Shine”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
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June 25, 2023: “God’s Plan For Parenting”
Call To Worship:
“Lord I Lift Your Name On High”
Words from the Word (NKJV):
Psalm 128
Response of Praise:
“Raise A Hallelujah” & “Because He Lives”
Baby Dedication Song:
“He Gave Me You” - https://youtu.be/DToJbMnBzcM
Message: “God’s Plan For Parenting”
~ Hebrews 12:5-9 (NKJV)
Teach Proverbs 22:6 (NKJV) Instruct How to Develop Physically How to Develop Socially How to Develop Spiritually Set Rules Be An Example Discipline 1 Samuel 3:13-14 (NKJV) Back Up Teaching With Discipline The Scriptural Method of Discipline is the Rod The Rod Is An Expression of Love Proverbs 13:24 (NKJV) The Rod Should Be The First Response and Not The Last Resort. The Rod Is An Effective Tool. The Rod Is God’s Appointed Means of Discipline. Love Hebrews 12:5-6 (NKJV) What Is God’s Plan For Parenting? Teaching Discipling Loving Missions Offering Song:
“Shine Jesus Shine”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
Attachments area Preview YouTube video HE GAVE ME YOU- DEDICATION SONG
June 18, 2023: “What Time Is It?”
Call To Worship:
“Come Now Is The Time”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV):
Psalm 107:8-15
Response of Praise:
“Chain Breaker” & “Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NLT):
Romans 5:6-11
Response of Praise:
“Thank You Jesus For The Blood”
Message: “What Time Is It?”
~ Romans 13:11-14; 13:8 (NKJV)
It Is Time to Wake Up It Is Time to Throw Off Ephesians 4:30 (NKJV) Ephesians 4:22 (NKJV) Colossians 3:8-9 (NKJV) Hebrews 12:1 (NKJV) 1 Peter 2:1 (NKJV) James 1:21 (NKJV) It Is Time To Put On Ephesians 6:10-18 (NKJV) Romans 13:13 (NKJV) Response: “Come As You Are”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 18, 2023: “What Time Is It?”
Call To Worship:
“Come Now Is The Time”
Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV):
Psalm 107:8-15
Response of Praise:
“Chain Breaker” & “Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
Words from the Word, Part 2: (NLT):
Romans 5:6-11
Response of Praise:
“Thank You Jesus For The Blood”
Message: “What Time Is It?”
~ Romans 13:11-14; 13:8 (NKJV)
It Is Time to Wake Up It Is Time to Throw Off Ephesians 4:30 (NKJV) Ephesians 4:22 (NKJV) Colossians 3:8-9 (NKJV) Hebrews 12:1 (NKJV) 1 Peter 2:1 (NKJV) James 1:21 (NKJV) It Is Time To Put On Ephesians 6:10-18 (NKJV) Romans 13:13 (NKJV) Response: “Come As You Are”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 4, 2023: “Where Is The Glory?”Call To Worship:“Open Up The Heavens” Songs of Praise:“Open The Eyes Of My Heart” & “Shine Jesus Shine”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 119:17:25Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Turn Your Eyes”Message: “Where Is The Glory?” ~ Exodus 33:17-23 (NKJV)John 11: 33-36What Is The Glory of God?Kabod……the weigh and honor of something.Why Does the Glory of God Depart From His People?God’s glory departs when God people neglect Him and His house of worship.God’s glory departs when God’s people worship other gods.God’s glory departs when God’s people allow sin to take control of their lives.God’s glory departs when God’s people stop caring and sharing the gospel message that has been given to them through the ministry of Jesus Christ.God’s glory departs when God’s people love the world more than they love Him.How Can We Get the Glory of God Back?When we desire the presence of God more than anything else, and we express that desire by returning to Him in genuine repentance and true worship.Response: “At The Cross”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 4, 2023: “Where Is The Glory?”Call To Worship:“Open Up The Heavens” Songs of Praise:“Open The Eyes Of My Heart” & “Shine Jesus Shine”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 119:17:25Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Turn Your Eyes”Message: “Where Is The Glory?” ~ Exodus 33:17-23 (NKJV)John 11: 33-36What Is The Glory of God?Kabod……the weigh and honor of something.Why Does the Glory of God Depart From His People?God’s glory departs when God people neglect Him and His house of worship.God’s glory departs when God’s people worship other gods.God’s glory departs when God’s people allow sin to take control of their lives.God’s glory departs when God’s people stop caring and sharing the gospel message that has been given to them through the ministry of Jesus Christ.God’s glory departs when God’s people love the world more than they love Him.How Can We Get the Glory of God Back?When we desire the presence of God more than anything else, and we express that desire by returning to Him in genuine repentance and true worship.Response: “At The Cross”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 28, 2023: “The Wind, The Fire, The Tongues”Call To Worship:“Open Up The Heavens” Video: “Pentecost”Words from the Word (NKJV): Joel 2:28Response of Praise:“Spirit Break Out” & “Holy Spirit”A Moment of Remembrance:Video: “A Story of Sacrifice: A Memorial Day Tribute”Response of Praise:“Draw Me Close To You”Message: “The Wind, The Fire, The Tongues” ~ Acts 2:1-4 (NKJV)The WindWind is InvisibleWind Can Be Gentle and PowerfulWind Cannot Be Contained in the Hand of a Man or In Any Other ObjectWind Gets Our AttentionThe FireDeuteronomy 4:24 (NKJV)1 Kings 18:24 (NKJV)Hebrews 12:29 (NKJV)Matthew 3:11 (NKJV)Fire DestroysFire Cleanses1 Peter 1:6-9 (NKJV)Ephesians 5:25-27 (NKJV)Matthew 3:11 (NKJV)Fire Produces ExcitementThe TonguesRomans 10:13-15 (NKJV)Jesus must get our attention so that he can work through us.Jesus must destroy certain things in our lives and cleanse us so that we can be used of Him.Jesus needs our tongues to spread the good news as we herald the message that Jesus the Savior of the world.Acts 1:8 (NKJV)Response: “Rest On Us”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 28, 2023: “The Wind, The Fire, The Tongues”Call To Worship:“Open Up The Heavens” Video: “Pentecost”Words from the Word (NKJV): Joel 2:28Response of Praise:“Spirit Break Out” & “Holy Spirit”A Moment of Remembrance:Video: “A Story of Sacrifice: A Memorial Day Tribute”Response of Praise:“Draw Me Close To You”Message: “The Wind, The Fire, The Tongues” ~ Acts 2:1-4 (NKJV)The WindWind is InvisibleWind Can Be Gentle and PowerfulWind Cannot Be Contained in the Hand of a Man or In Any Other ObjectWind Gets Our AttentionThe FireDeuteronomy 4:24 (NKJV)1 Kings 18:24 (NKJV)Hebrews 12:29 (NKJV)Matthew 3:11 (NKJV)Fire DestroysFire Cleanses1 Peter 1:6-9 (NKJV)Ephesians 5:25-27 (NKJV)Matthew 3:11 (NKJV)Fire Produces ExcitementThe TonguesRomans 10:13-15 (NKJV)Jesus must get our attention so that he can work through us.Jesus must destroy certain things in our lives and cleanse us so that we can be used of Him.Jesus needs our tongues to spread the good news as we herald the message that Jesus the Savior of the world.Acts 1:8 (NKJV)Response: “Rest On Us”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 21, 2023: “Discipleship and the Great Commission”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name” Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 103:1-12Praise in Song:“You Never Let Go” & “Way Maker”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Revelation 7:13-17Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before the Throne”Message: “Discipleship and the Great Commission” ~ Matthew 29:19-20 (NKJV)The Mandate of the Great CommissionMatthew 28:19-20 (KJV)“As you go (wherever and however you go in the course of your lives), (I am commanding you to) make disciples of all peoples (of every race), baptizing them (those who believe) in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe (to be obedient to) all that I have commanded you; and, yes, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”The Promise of the Great CommissionActs 1:8 (NKJV)John 14:16-18 (NKJV)John 15:26-27 (NKJV)The Tasks of the Great CommissionBaptizingTeachingThe Divine Plan For Making DisciplesLet’s God and Make Disciples!Response: “Just As I Am”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 21, 2023: “Discipleship and the Great Commission”Call To Worship:“Blessed Be Your Name” Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 103:1-12Praise in Song:“You Never Let Go” & “Way Maker”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Revelation 7:13-17Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before the Throne”Message: “Discipleship and the Great Commission” ~ Matthew 29:19-20 (NKJV)The Mandate of the Great CommissionMatthew 28:19-20 (KJV)“As you go (wherever and however you go in the course of your lives), (I am commanding you to) make disciples of all peoples (of every race), baptizing them (those who believe) in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe (to be obedient to) all that I have commanded you; and, yes, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”The Promise of the Great CommissionActs 1:8 (NKJV)John 14:16-18 (NKJV)John 15:26-27 (NKJV)The Tasks of the Great CommissionBaptizingTeachingThe Divine Plan For Making DisciplesLet’s God and Make Disciples!Response: “Just As I Am”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 14, 2023: “The Faith of a Harlot”Call To Worship:“Wothy Of It All” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Mark 10:13-16; Romans 8:14-17; 1 John 4:7-11Praise in Song:“Because He Lives”“Reckless Love”“Who You Say I Am”Message: “The Faith of a Harlot” ~ Hebrews 11:31 (NKJV); Joshua 2:1-14 (NKJV)She Had a Faith that BelievedJoshua 2:9 (NKJV)Mark 9:23 (NKJV)She Had a Faith Based Upon God’s Word.Joshua 2:10-11 (NKJV)She Had a Faith that Produced Action.Joshua 2:12-13 (NKJV)James 2:25 (NKJV)She Had a Faith Seasoned with God’s Grace.Joshua 2:14 (NKJV)She Had a Saving Kind of Faith.Joshua 2:15-21 (NKJV)She Had a Faith that Endured.What Kind of Faith Do You Have?Response: “The Blessing”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 14, 2023: “The Faith of a Harlot”Call To Worship:“Wothy Of It All” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Mark 10:13-16; Romans 8:14-17; 1 John 4:7-11Praise in Song:“Because He Lives”“Reckless Love”“Who You Say I Am”Message: “The Faith of a Harlot” ~ Hebrews 11:31 (NKJV); Joshua 2:1-14 (NKJV)She Had a Faith that BelievedJoshua 2:9 (NKJV)Mark 9:23 (NKJV)She Had a Faith Based Upon God’s Word.Joshua 2:10-11 (NKJV)She Had a Faith that Produced Action.Joshua 2:12-13 (NKJV)James 2:25 (NKJV)She Had a Faith Seasoned with God’s Grace.Joshua 2:14 (NKJV)She Had a Saving Kind of Faith.Joshua 2:15-21 (NKJV)She Had a Faith that Endured.What Kind of Faith Do You Have?Response: “The Blessing”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 30, 2023: “Grow Up!”Call To Worship:“Holy Spirit” Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 121Praise in Song:“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus” & “Turn Your Eyes”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Luke 7:18-23Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Chain Breaker”Message: “Grow Up!” ~ Ephesians 4:11-16The Role of the Pastor.The Results of Discipling the Saints…There Will Be Maturity;Ephesians 4:12-14There Will Be a Renewed Christlikness in the People.There Will Be Stability.There Will Be A Genuine Love Whose Foundation Is Truth.There Will Be a Spirit of Cooperation.There Will Be Growth.The So What…Grow Up!Response: “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 30, 2023: “Grow Up!”Call To Worship:“Holy Spirit” Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 121Praise in Song:“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus” & “Turn Your Eyes”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Luke 7:18-23Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Chain Breaker”Message: “Grow Up!” ~ Ephesians 4:11-16The Role of the Pastor.The Results of Discipling the Saints…There Will Be Maturity;Ephesians 4:12-14There Will Be a Renewed Christlikness in the People.There Will Be Stability.There Will Be A Genuine Love Whose Foundation Is Truth.There Will Be a Spirit of Cooperation.There Will Be Growth.The So What…Grow Up!Response: “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 23, 2023: “What It Takes To Be A Disciple of Jesus”Call To Worship:“Build Your Kingdom Here” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 23Praise in Song:“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms” & “Blessed Assurance”Message: “What It Takes To Be A Disciple of Jesus”Pillars of Structure - Our Foundation: Jesus ChristWorshipEvangelismMinistryDiscipleshipFellowshipMatthew 16:24 (NKJV)It Takes LoveMatthew 22:37-39 (NKJV)It Takes Self-DenialMatthew 16:24-26 (NKJV)2 Peter 3:17-18 (NKJV)It Takes Giving UpLuke 14:26-33 (NLT)It Takes CommitmentJohn 6:66-69 (NKJV)It Takes Daily LivingLuke 9:23 (NKJV)It Takes ObedienceLuke 1:38 (NKJV)John 8:31 (NLT)It Takes Continual Personal GrowthPhilippians 3:12-14 (NLT)Be A Disciple!Response: “Take My Life” & “I Give You My Heart”
April 23, 2023: “What It Takes To Be A Disciple of Jesus”Call To Worship:“Build Your Kingdom Here” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 23Praise in Song:“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms” & “Blessed Assurance”Message: “What It Takes To Be A Disciple of Jesus”Pillars of Structure - Our Foundation: Jesus ChristWorshipEvangelismMinistryDiscipleshipFellowshipMatthew 16:24 (NKJV)It Takes LoveMatthew 22:37-39 (NKJV)It Takes Self-DenialMatthew 16:24-26 (NKJV)2 Peter 3:17-18 (NKJV)It Takes Giving UpLuke 14:26-33 (NLT)It Takes CommitmentJohn 6:66-69 (NKJV)It Takes Daily LivingLuke 9:23 (NKJV)It Takes ObedienceLuke 1:38 (NKJV)John 8:31 (NLT)It Takes Continual Personal GrowthPhilippians 3:12-14 (NLT)Be A Disciple!Response: “Take My Life” & “I Give You My Heart”
April 16, 2023: “What Are You Waiting For”Call To Worship:“Come Now Is The Time” Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 34:1-10Praise in Song:“Great Are You Lord” & “Graves Into Gardens”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Psalm 34:11-22Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Broken Vessels”Message: “What Are You Waiting For” ~ 2 Corinthians 6:2Reason #1: That Salvation Stuff Is Just for Old Men, Women, and Children.John 3:16 (NKJV)Acts 17:30 (NKJV)2 Peter 3:9 (NKJV)Reason #2: I Plan to Get Saved. I Have Plenty of Time, So I’ll Do It Before I Die.Luke 12:16-20 (NKJV)Reason #3: I Have Too Much To Give Up To Get Saved.Luke 18:19-23 (NKJV)Matthew 16:26 (NKJV)Reason #4: I Want To Live A Little Before I Settle Down.John 10:10 (NKJV)Reason #5: I Want To Wait Until I Know That I Can Live The Christian Life.Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)Reason #6: If I Could See Jesus Face to Face or See A Great Miracle Then I Would Believe.Luke 19:31 (NKJV)Reason #7: I Like My Life Just As It Is, So Why Should I Change.Proverbs 29:1 (NKJV)Reason #8: I Am As Good As Most Christians That I Know.Romans 3:12 (NKJV)Ephesians 2:8-9 (NKJV)Reason #9: I Don’t Believe There Is A Heaven or Hell, So Why Should I Believe That I Need Jesus To Save Me.Matthew 10:32-33 (NKJV)Matthew 10:28 (NKJV)James 2:19 (NKJV)Reason #10: This Isn’t The Right Time or The Right Place.Acts 24:24-25 (NKJV)John 4:20-24 (NKJV)Give Me One Good Reason Why I Should Get Saved Now.“We don’t have the promise of tomorrow”Luke 19:9-10 (NKJV)Luke 23:43 (NKJV)Hebrews 3:7-8 (NKJV)Hebrews 3:13 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 6:2 (NKJV)Today is the Day of Salvation, So What Are You Waiting For?Response: “Come As You Are”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 16, 2023: “What Are You Waiting For”Call To Worship:“Come Now Is The Time” Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): Psalm 34:1-10Praise in Song:“Great Are You Lord” & “Graves Into Gardens”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Psalm 34:11-22Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Broken Vessels”Message: “What Are You Waiting For” ~ 2 Corinthians 6:2Reason #1: That Salvation Stuff Is Just for Old Men, Women, and Children.John 3:16 (NKJV)Acts 17:30 (NKJV)2 Peter 3:9 (NKJV)Reason #2: I Plan to Get Saved. I Have Plenty of Time, So I’ll Do It Before I Die.Luke 12:16-20 (NKJV)Reason #3: I Have Too Much To Give Up To Get Saved.Luke 18:19-23 (NKJV)Matthew 16:26 (NKJV)Reason #4: I Want To Live A Little Before I Settle Down.John 10:10 (NKJV)Reason #5: I Want To Wait Until I Know That I Can Live The Christian Life.Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)Reason #6: If I Could See Jesus Face to Face or See A Great Miracle Then I Would Believe.Luke 19:31 (NKJV)Reason #7: I Like My Life Just As It Is, So Why Should I Change.Proverbs 29:1 (NKJV)Reason #8: I Am As Good As Most Christians That I Know.Romans 3:12 (NKJV)Ephesians 2:8-9 (NKJV)Reason #9: I Don’t Believe There Is A Heaven or Hell, So Why Should I Believe That I Need Jesus To Save Me.Matthew 10:32-33 (NKJV)Matthew 10:28 (NKJV)James 2:19 (NKJV)Reason #10: This Isn’t The Right Time or The Right Place.Acts 24:24-25 (NKJV)John 4:20-24 (NKJV)Give Me One Good Reason Why I Should Get Saved Now.“We don’t have the promise of tomorrow”Luke 19:9-10 (NKJV)Luke 23:43 (NKJV)Hebrews 3:7-8 (NKJV)Hebrews 3:13 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 6:2 (NKJV)Today is the Day of Salvation, So What Are You Waiting For?Response: “Come As You Are”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 9, 2023: “The Undeniable Resurrection”Call To Worship:“Come People of the Risen King” &“Christ The Lord Is Risen Today”Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): John 11:20-26Praise in Song:“Resurrection Hymn” & “Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me)”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-12Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before The Throne”Message: “The Undeniable Resurrection” ~ Matthew 27:62 - 28:15The Broken SealThe Rolled Away StoneThe Empty TombThe Grave ClothesThe Roman GuardsThe EyewitnessesHave You Accepted As Your Lord and Savior the Undeniable Resurrected Jesus Christ?Response: “Hymn of Heaven”Baptismal Service: “Christ Is Risen”Benediction: “This I Believe (The Creed)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 9, 2023: “The Undeniable Resurrection”Call To Worship:“Come People of the Risen King” &“Christ The Lord Is Risen Today”Words from the Word, Part 1: (NKJV): John 11:20-26Praise in Song:“Resurrection Hymn” & “Glorious Day (Living He Loved Me)”Words from the Word, Part 2: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-12Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before The Throne”Message: “The Undeniable Resurrection” ~ Matthew 27:62 - 28:15The Broken SealThe Rolled Away StoneThe Empty TombThe Grave ClothesThe Roman GuardsThe EyewitnessesHave You Accepted As Your Lord and Savior the Undeniable Resurrected Jesus Christ?Response: “Hymn of Heaven”Baptismal Service: “Christ Is Risen”Benediction: “This I Believe (The Creed)”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 2, 2023: “Journey of the Cross”Call To Worship:“Let Everything That Has Breath”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Matthew 21:1-9Praise in Song:“Hosanna (Praise Is Rising)” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Luke 19:37-44Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“A Thousand Hallelujahs”Message: “Journey of the Cross”1 Corinthians 15:12-20Mark 8:34-38It Is a Cross of Total SurrenderPhilippians 2:5-7Mark 8:35It Is a Cross of Service to OthersMark 10:35-45It Is a Cross of SacrificePhilippians 2:8It Is a Cross of Splendid Exaltation and GloryPhilippians 2:9-111 Peter 5:6-7“Are you willing to take up your cross and follow Jesus?”Response:“The Old Rugged Cross” & “When I Survey”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 2, 2023: “Journey of the Cross”Call To Worship:“Let Everything That Has Breath”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Matthew 21:1-9Praise in Song:“Hosanna (Praise Is Rising)” Words from the Word: (NKJV): Luke 19:37-44Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“A Thousand Hallelujahs”Message: “Journey of the Cross”1 Corinthians 15:12-20Mark 8:34-38It Is a Cross of Total SurrenderPhilippians 2:5-7Mark 8:35It Is a Cross of Service to OthersMark 10:35-45It Is a Cross of SacrificePhilippians 2:8It Is a Cross of Splendid Exaltation and GloryPhilippians 2:9-111 Peter 5:6-7“Are you willing to take up your cross and follow Jesus?”Response:“The Old Rugged Cross” & “When I Survey”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 26, 2023: Youth SundayPraise & Worship Songs:“The Joy Joy Joy Joy Down In My Heart”(https://youtu.be/imK7pAMf61E)“F.A.I.T.H” (https://youtu.be/AaqCGzia3tc)Scriptures:Mark 9:24;Luke 1:37;Hebrews 10:38;Matthew 17:20;John 3:16;Luke 17:5;Psalm 145:9;Worship Songs:“Stand In Faith” (https://youtu.be/WKiBK1t9zRg)“Faith” (https://youtu.be/vTCQ81-7MnA)Scriptures and Testimonies:Isaiah 26:4;Psalm 56:3;Psalm 34:4;Psalm 37:5;John 8:24;Guest Speaker & Message: Robin Canady w/ Canady MissionsLuke 5:5;Luke 5:1-11;1 Corinthians 4:7Attachments areaPreview YouTube video "The Joy Joy Joy Joy Down in my heart! (kids praise and worship)Preview YouTube video F.A.I.T.H. (feat. Yancy)Preview YouTube video Danny Gokey - Stand in Faith | Instrumental with LyricsPreview YouTube video Faith | Everest VBS Music Video | Group Publishing
March 26, 2023: Youth SundayPraise & Worship Songs:“The Joy Joy Joy Joy Down In My Heart”(https://youtu.be/imK7pAMf61E)“F.A.I.T.H” (https://youtu.be/AaqCGzia3tc)Scriptures:Mark 9:24;Luke 1:37;Hebrews 10:38;Matthew 17:20;John 3:16;Luke 17:5;Psalm 145:9;Worship Songs:“Stand In Faith” (https://youtu.be/WKiBK1t9zRg)“Faith” (https://youtu.be/vTCQ81-7MnA)Scriptures and Testimonies:Isaiah 26:4;Psalm 56:3;Psalm 34:4;Psalm 37:5;John 8:24;Guest Speaker & Message: Robin Canady w/ Canady MissionsLuke 5:5;Luke 5:1-11;1 Corinthians 4:7Attachments areaPreview YouTube video "The Joy Joy Joy Joy Down in my heart! (kids praise and worship)Preview YouTube video F.A.I.T.H. (feat. Yancy)Preview YouTube video Danny Gokey - Stand in Faith | Instrumental with LyricsPreview YouTube video Faith | Everest VBS Music Video | Group Publishing
March 19, 2023: “I’m A Christian, But…”Call To Worship:“This Is Amazing Grace”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 5:1-14Praise in Song:“Revelation Song” & “Worthy Of it All”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 1 Corinthians 15:51-56Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Victor’s Crown”Message: “I’m A Christian, But…”~ Jeremiah 7:1-11 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But My Lifestyle Looks More Life the World Around Me.1 Thessalonians 5:22 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Rarely Spend Time in Prayer.1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Read the Bible.2 Timothy 2:15 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Attend Church on a Regular Basis.Hebrews 10:23-25 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I have No Desire to Serve the Lord.Matthew 10:37-39 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Participate in Any Ministry in the Church Even If Asked Because It Might Interfere With My Other Interests.2 Timothy 4:5 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Give a Tithe or Offerings to the Lord Because I Must Meet the Needs of My Family First.Haggai 1:3-6 (NKJV)Malachi 3:8-10 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Never Smile or Have a Kind Word to Say.Proverbs 15:13 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Like to Praise God.John 4:23 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Cannot Forgive Those Who Have Offended Me.Matthew 18:21-22 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Have a Strong Dislike for People of Different Races and Cultures.1 John 4:11-12 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Witness of My Faith, and I Never Attempt to Tell Anyone About the Love of Jesus Christ.Repent by stop believing the lie of Satan, stop playing at church, and start being a genuine Christian.Response:“Who You Say I Am”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 19, 2023: “I’m A Christian, But…”Call To Worship:“This Is Amazing Grace”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 5:1-14Praise in Song:“Revelation Song” & “Worthy Of it All”Words from the Word: (NKJV): 1 Corinthians 15:51-56Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Victor’s Crown”Message: “I’m A Christian, But…”~ Jeremiah 7:1-11 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But My Lifestyle Looks More Life the World Around Me.1 Thessalonians 5:22 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Rarely Spend Time in Prayer.1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Read the Bible.2 Timothy 2:15 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Attend Church on a Regular Basis.Hebrews 10:23-25 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I have No Desire to Serve the Lord.Matthew 10:37-39 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Participate in Any Ministry in the Church Even If Asked Because It Might Interfere With My Other Interests.2 Timothy 4:5 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Give a Tithe or Offerings to the Lord Because I Must Meet the Needs of My Family First.Haggai 1:3-6 (NKJV)Malachi 3:8-10 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Never Smile or Have a Kind Word to Say.Proverbs 15:13 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Like to Praise God.John 4:23 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Cannot Forgive Those Who Have Offended Me.Matthew 18:21-22 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Have a Strong Dislike for People of Different Races and Cultures.1 John 4:11-12 (NKJV)I am a Christian, But I Do Not Witness of My Faith, and I Never Attempt to Tell Anyone About the Love of Jesus Christ.Repent by stop believing the lie of Satan, stop playing at church, and start being a genuine Christian.Response:“Who You Say I Am”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 12, 2023: “There Is Power In The Blood”Call To Worship:“Nothing But The Blood”Worship in Song:“Are You Washed In The Blood” & “Break Every Chain”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 7:13-17Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“O The Blood”Message: “There Is Power In The Blood”The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to Give LifeJohn 6:53-57The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to ProtectRomans 8:31-37The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to CleanseHebrews 9:11-14The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to ReconcileEphesians 2:11-13The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to ForgiveHebrews 9:22Response in Video:“At The Cross (Love Ran Red)”Communion:“Power In The Blood”Benediction:“Jesus Paid It All”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 12, 2023: “There Is Power In The Blood”Call To Worship:“Nothing But The Blood”Worship in Song:“Are You Washed In The Blood” & “Break Every Chain”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 7:13-17Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“O The Blood”Message: “There Is Power In The Blood”The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to Give LifeJohn 6:53-57The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to ProtectRomans 8:31-37The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to CleanseHebrews 9:11-14The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to ReconcileEphesians 2:11-13The Blood of Jesus Has the Power to ForgiveHebrews 9:22Response in Video:“At The Cross (Love Ran Red)”Communion:“Power In The Blood”Benediction:“Jesus Paid It All”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 5, 2023: “Becoming a Successful Fisherman”Worship in Song:“All Hail The Power” & “Build My Life”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 4:1-8Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Agnus Dei”Message: “Becoming A Successful Fisherman” ~ Matthew 4:18-22Fishers of Men Must Be Made of the Right Stuff.It Takes Patience and Persistence.Galatians 6:9;It Takes Courage and Daring.It Takes a Lot of Hard Work.It Takes a Lot of Faith.It Takes Knowing HowIt Takes the Right Timing.It Takes the Right Equipment.The Holy Spirit;Faith;Prayer;Word of God.It Takes the Right Kind of Bait.It Takes Bering in the Right Place.“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”Are You Ready To Go Fishing?Response in Video:“Broken Vessels”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 5, 2023: “Becoming a Successful Fisherman”Worship in Song:“All Hail The Power” & “Build My Life”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 4:1-8Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Agnus Dei”Message: “Becoming A Successful Fisherman” ~ Matthew 4:18-22Fishers of Men Must Be Made of the Right Stuff.It Takes Patience and Persistence.Galatians 6:9;It Takes Courage and Daring.It Takes a Lot of Hard Work.It Takes a Lot of Faith.It Takes Knowing HowIt Takes the Right Timing.It Takes the Right Equipment.The Holy Spirit;Faith;Prayer;Word of God.It Takes the Right Kind of Bait.It Takes Bering in the Right Place.“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”Are You Ready To Go Fishing?Response in Video:“Broken Vessels”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 19, 2023: “Mission Impossible: Its Message”Worship in Song:“This Is Amazing Grace” & “Grace Greater Than Our Sins”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 21:1-8Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“When The Roll Is Call Up Yonder”Message: “Mission Impossible: Its Message”Repentance…Matthew 4:17 (NKJV)Luke 13:3 (NKJV)Acts 17:30-31 (NKJV)Revelation 2:5; 2:16; 2:21-22; 3:3; 3:19 (NKJV)Faith…Mark 10:51-52 (NKJV)Luke 5:20 (NKJV)Luke 7:50 (NKJV)Love…John 3:16 (NKJV)Healing…Luke 4:18 (NKJV)Forgiveness…Luke 5:20-26 (NKJV)Luke 7:44-47 (NKJV)Romans 4:7 (NKJV)Hope…Matthew 19:29 (NKJV)John 10:28 (NKJV)Romans 6:23 (NKJV)Action…Go and Make Disciples.Recap Points…Repentance,Faith,Love,Healing,Forgiveness,Hope,Action.Response in Video:“I Have Decided To Follow Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 19, 2023: “Mission Impossible: Its Message”Worship in Song:“This Is Amazing Grace” & “Grace Greater Than Our Sins”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Revelation 21:1-8Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“When The Roll Is Call Up Yonder”Message: “Mission Impossible: Its Message”Repentance…Matthew 4:17 (NKJV)Luke 13:3 (NKJV)Acts 17:30-31 (NKJV)Revelation 2:5; 2:16; 2:21-22; 3:3; 3:19 (NKJV)Faith…Mark 10:51-52 (NKJV)Luke 5:20 (NKJV)Luke 7:50 (NKJV)Love…John 3:16 (NKJV)Healing…Luke 4:18 (NKJV)Forgiveness…Luke 5:20-26 (NKJV)Luke 7:44-47 (NKJV)Romans 4:7 (NKJV)Hope…Matthew 19:29 (NKJV)John 10:28 (NKJV)Romans 6:23 (NKJV)Action…Go and Make Disciples.Recap Points…Repentance,Faith,Love,Healing,Forgiveness,Hope,Action.Response in Video:“I Have Decided To Follow Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 5, 2023: “Transition of the Will - Part 2: Knowing and Doing The Will of God”Worship in Song:“Victor’s Crown” & “WayMaker”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 9:24-29Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Trust and Obey”Message: “Transition of the Will - Part 2: Knowing and Doing The Will of God” ~ Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV)Knowing The Will of God…We Must Be Seekers…John 5:30 (NKJV)Deuteronomy 4:29 (NKJV)2 Chronicles 12:13-14 (NKJV)2 Chronicles 20:3-4 (NKJV)Psalm 34:10 (NKJV)Psalm 105:4 (NKJV)Proverbs 28:5 (NKJV)Hosea 10:12 (NKJV)Isaiah 31:1 (NKJV)We Must Be Prayers…Luke 6:12-13 (NKJV)We Must Be Hearers…Hosea 4:6 (NKJV)Hosea 4:6 (NLT)Hosea 6:6 (NKJV)We Must Be Listeners ..He speaks to us through the written word.He speaks to us through dreams and visions.He speaks to us through direct communication.He speaks to us through other people.Romans 10:13-14 (NKJV)Do the Will of God…We Must Act…James 4:17 (NKJV)Matthew 7:24-27 (NKJV)James 1:22-25 (NKJV)We Must Endure…Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV)We Must Be Dependent…Luke 22:41-43 (NKJV)Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)To Know and DO the Will of God, We must be:Seekers,Prayers,Hearers,Listeners,Doers,Those Who Endure,Those Who Rely Upon God.Response in Song:“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 5, 2023: “Transition of the Will - Part 2: Knowing and Doing The Will of God”Worship in Song:“Victor’s Crown” & “WayMaker”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Deuteronomy 9:24-29Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Trust and Obey”Message: “Transition of the Will - Part 2: Knowing and Doing The Will of God” ~ Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV)Knowing The Will of God…We Must Be Seekers…John 5:30 (NKJV)Deuteronomy 4:29 (NKJV)2 Chronicles 12:13-14 (NKJV)2 Chronicles 20:3-4 (NKJV)Psalm 34:10 (NKJV)Psalm 105:4 (NKJV)Proverbs 28:5 (NKJV)Hosea 10:12 (NKJV)Isaiah 31:1 (NKJV)We Must Be Prayers…Luke 6:12-13 (NKJV)We Must Be Hearers…Hosea 4:6 (NKJV)Hosea 4:6 (NLT)Hosea 6:6 (NKJV)We Must Be Listeners ..He speaks to us through the written word.He speaks to us through dreams and visions.He speaks to us through direct communication.He speaks to us through other people.Romans 10:13-14 (NKJV)Do the Will of God…We Must Act…James 4:17 (NKJV)Matthew 7:24-27 (NKJV)James 1:22-25 (NKJV)We Must Endure…Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV)We Must Be Dependent…Luke 22:41-43 (NKJV)Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)To Know and DO the Will of God, We must be:Seekers,Prayers,Hearers,Listeners,Doers,Those Who Endure,Those Who Rely Upon God.Response in Song:“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 29, 2023: “Transition of the Will - Part 1”Worship in Song:“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” & “In Christ Alone”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Hebrews 10:32-39Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Jesus Paid It All”Message: “Transition of the Will - Part 1” ~ Matthew 19:16-22 (NKJV)Luke 5:11 (NKJV)Luke 5:27-28 (NKJV)Luke 18:28 (NKJV)Philippians 3:8 (NKJV)Luke 14:33 (NKJV)John 4:34 (NKJV)John 5:30 (NKJV)John 6:38 (NKJV)Matthew 26:39 (NKJV)Matthew 7:21 (NKJV)How can we totally surrender all to God?Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV)There Must Be a Change of the Inward Man.Have You Surrendered It All To Jesus?2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV)There Must Be a Change of the Outward Man.Matthew 26:41 (NKJV)Galatians 5:16-17 (NKJV)Galatians 6:8 (NKJV)Romans 6:13 (NKJV)There Must Be a Change of the Mind.Conform;Tranform;Matthew 17:2 (NKJV)Change of the Will.Response in Song:“I Surrender All”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 29, 2023: “Transition of the Will - Part 1”Worship in Song:“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” & “In Christ Alone”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Hebrews 10:32-39Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Jesus Paid It All”Message: “Transition of the Will - Part 1” ~ Matthew 19:16-22 (NKJV)Luke 5:11 (NKJV)Luke 5:27-28 (NKJV)Luke 18:28 (NKJV)Philippians 3:8 (NKJV)Luke 14:33 (NKJV)John 4:34 (NKJV)John 5:30 (NKJV)John 6:38 (NKJV)Matthew 26:39 (NKJV)Matthew 7:21 (NKJV)How can we totally surrender all to God?Romans 12:1-2 (NKJV)There Must Be a Change of the Inward Man.Have You Surrendered It All To Jesus?2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV)There Must Be a Change of the Outward Man.Matthew 26:41 (NKJV)Galatians 5:16-17 (NKJV)Galatians 6:8 (NKJV)Romans 6:13 (NKJV)There Must Be a Change of the Mind.Conform;Tranform;Matthew 17:2 (NKJV)Change of the Will.Response in Song:“I Surrender All”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 22, 2023: “Emptiness”Worship in Song:Indescribable” & “Broken Vessels”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 28:1-9Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Blessed Be Your Name”Message: “Emptiness”How do we find ourselves in these feelings of emptiness?PrideProverbs 16:18Fear1 Kings 19:2SatanJohn 10:10Things we can use to help with the emptiness and get refilled:Prayer1 Thessalonians 5:17James 5:15Praise1 Thessalonians 5:16Acts 16:22-25ServiceLuke 6:38Psalm 18:1-3Response in Song:“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Jeff Testerman)
January 22, 2023: “Emptiness”Worship in Song:Indescribable” & “Broken Vessels”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 28:1-9Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Blessed Be Your Name”Message: “Emptiness”How do we find ourselves in these feelings of emptiness?PrideProverbs 16:18Fear1 Kings 19:2SatanJohn 10:10Things we can use to help with the emptiness and get refilled:Prayer1 Thessalonians 5:17James 5:15Praise1 Thessalonians 5:16Acts 16:22-25ServiceLuke 6:38Psalm 18:1-3Response in Song:“Draw Me Close”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Jeff Testerman)
January 15, 2023: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2”Worship in Song:“Holy Is The Lord” & “Build My Life”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-12Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before The Throne”Message: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2” ~The Regenerated Mind - Ephesians 4:17-24 (NKJV)Last week we talked about the The Old Way of the Un-Regenerated Mind which are….The Un-Regenerated Mind Is FutileThe Un-Regenerated Mind Has a Darkened UnderstandingThe Un-Regenerated Mind is Alienated from GodThe Un-Regenerated Mind is CallousedThe New Way of the Regenerated MindEphesians 4:20-24 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Christ Centered2 Corinthians 5:15 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:16 (NKJV) Galatians 2:20 (NKJV)Philippians 2:5-8 (NKJV)John 5:30 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Founded Upon the TruthEphesians 4:20-21 (NKJV)1 John 5:20 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Delivered from the Old Way of LifeEphesians 4:22 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind Takes on A New LifeEphesians 4:23-24 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:9-16 (NKJV)1 Peter 1:13 (NKJV)Recap:The Un-Regenerated Mind is:FutileLacks UnderstandingAlienated from GodCallousedThe Regenerated Mind is:Christ CenteredRooted in God’s TruthDelivered from the Old Way of LivingGiven a New Life“Let the Mind of the Master be the Master of Your Mind.”Response in Song:“Alas And Did My Saviour Bleed”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)January 15, 2023: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2”Worship in Song:“Holy Is The Lord” & “Build My Life”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-12Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before The Throne”Message: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2” ~The Regenerated Mind - Ephesians 4:17-24 (NKJV)Last week we talked about the The Old Way of the Un-Regenerated Mind which are….The Un-Regenerated Mind Is FutileThe Un-Regenerated Mind Has a Darkened UnderstandingThe Un-Regenerated Mind is Alienated from GodThe Un-Regenerated Mind is CallousedThe New Way of the Regenerated MindEphesians 4:20-24 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Christ Centered2 Corinthians 5:15 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:16 (NKJV) Galatians 2:20 (NKJV)Philippians 2:5-8 (NKJV)John 5:30 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Founded Upon the TruthEphesians 4:20-21 (NKJV)1 John 5:20 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Delivered from the Old Way of LifeEphesians 4:22 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind Takes on A New LifeEphesians 4:23-24 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:9-16 (NKJV)1 Peter 1:13 (NKJV)Recap:The Un-Regenerated Mind is:FutileLacks UnderstandingAlienated from GodCallousedThe Regenerated Mind is:Christ CenteredRooted in God’s TruthDelivered from the Old Way of LivingGiven a New Life“Let the Mind of the Master be the Master of Your Mind.”Response in Song:“Alas And Did My Saviour Bleed”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 15, 2023: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2”Worship in Song:“Holy Is The Lord” & “Build My Life”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-12Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before The Throne”Message: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2” ~The Regenerated Mind - Ephesians 4:17-24 (NKJV)Last week we talked about the The Old Way of the Un-Regenerated Mind which are….The Un-Regenerated Mind Is FutileThe Un-Regenerated Mind Has a Darkened UnderstandingThe Un-Regenerated Mind is Alienated from GodThe Un-Regenerated Mind is CallousedThe New Way of the Regenerated MindEphesians 4:20-24 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Christ Centered2 Corinthians 5:15 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:16 (NKJV) Galatians 2:20 (NKJV)Philippians 2:5-8 (NKJV)John 5:30 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Founded Upon the TruthEphesians 4:20-21 (NKJV)1 John 5:20 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Delivered from the Old Way of LifeEphesians 4:22 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind Takes on A New LifeEphesians 4:23-24 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:9-16 (NKJV)1 Peter 1:13 (NKJV)Recap:The Un-Regenerated Mind is:FutileLacks UnderstandingAlienated from GodCallousedThe Regenerated Mind is:Christ CenteredRooted in God’s TruthDelivered from the Old Way of LivingGiven a New Life“Let the Mind of the Master be the Master of Your Mind.”Response in Song:“Alas And Did My Saviour Bleed”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)January 15, 2023: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2”Worship in Song:“Holy Is The Lord” & “Build My Life”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 53:1-12Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Before The Throne”Message: “Transition of the Mind - Part 2” ~The Regenerated Mind - Ephesians 4:17-24 (NKJV)Last week we talked about the The Old Way of the Un-Regenerated Mind which are….The Un-Regenerated Mind Is FutileThe Un-Regenerated Mind Has a Darkened UnderstandingThe Un-Regenerated Mind is Alienated from GodThe Un-Regenerated Mind is CallousedThe New Way of the Regenerated MindEphesians 4:20-24 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Christ Centered2 Corinthians 5:15 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:16 (NKJV) Galatians 2:20 (NKJV)Philippians 2:5-8 (NKJV)John 5:30 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Founded Upon the TruthEphesians 4:20-21 (NKJV)1 John 5:20 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind is Delivered from the Old Way of LifeEphesians 4:22 (NKJV)The Regenerated Mind Takes on A New LifeEphesians 4:23-24 (NKJV)1 Corinthians 2:9-16 (NKJV)1 Peter 1:13 (NKJV)Recap:The Un-Regenerated Mind is:FutileLacks UnderstandingAlienated from GodCallousedThe Regenerated Mind is:Christ CenteredRooted in God’s TruthDelivered from the Old Way of LivingGiven a New Life“Let the Mind of the Master be the Master of Your Mind.”Response in Song:“Alas And Did My Saviour Bleed”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 8, 2023: “Transition of the Mind”Worship in Song:“God of Wonders” & “I Stand Amazed”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 40:28-31Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Everlasting God”Message: “Transition of the Mind” ~Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)James 1:15 (NKJV)Ephesians 4:17-24 (NKJV)The Old Way of the Un-Regenerated MindJohn 17:14-16 (NKJV)4 Characteristics of the Un-Regenerated MindEphesians 4:17 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind Is FutileEphesians 4:17(NLT)Ecclesiastes 1:14 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind Has a Darkened UnderstandingEphesians 4:18 (NKJV)Romans 1:21-23, 28 (NKJV)John 3:18-21 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 4:3-4 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind Is Alienated From GodEphesians 4:18 (NKJV)Romans 8:7 (NKJV)James 4:4 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind is CallousedEphesians 4:19 (NKJV)Response in Song:“O Come To The Altar”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 8, 2023: “Transition of the Mind”Worship in Song:“God of Wonders” & “I Stand Amazed”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Isaiah 40:28-31Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Everlasting God”Message: “Transition of the Mind” ~Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)James 1:15 (NKJV)Ephesians 4:17-24 (NKJV)The Old Way of the Un-Regenerated MindJohn 17:14-16 (NKJV)4 Characteristics of the Un-Regenerated MindEphesians 4:17 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind Is FutileEphesians 4:17(NLT)Ecclesiastes 1:14 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind Has a Darkened UnderstandingEphesians 4:18 (NKJV)Romans 1:21-23, 28 (NKJV)John 3:18-21 (NKJV)2 Corinthians 4:3-4 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind Is Alienated From GodEphesians 4:18 (NKJV)Romans 8:7 (NKJV)James 4:4 (NKJV)The Un-Regenerated Mind is CallousedEphesians 4:19 (NKJV)Response in Song:“O Come To The Altar”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 1, 2023: “Transition of the Heart”Worship in Song:“Are You Washed In The Blood” & “At The Cross”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 34:17-22Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Break Every Chain”Message: “Transition of the Heart” ~ Ephesians 2:8-9; John 6:53-54; 1 John 1:7; Revelation 1:5; 2 Corinthians 5:17The HeartEzekiel 36:263 things that God does to our hearts…He Cleanses Our HeartsMark 7:21-22Psalm 51:7-13He Writes His Law On Our HeartsJeremiah 31:332 Corinthians 3:3He Unifies Our HeartsEzekiel 11:19Jeremiah 32:39Psalm 86:11Deuteronomy 6:4-5John 14:15Psalm 51:7-13Response in Song:“Broken Vessels”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 1, 2023: “Transition of the Heart”Worship in Song:“Are You Washed In The Blood” & “At The Cross”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalm 34:17-22Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Break Every Chain”Message: “Transition of the Heart” ~ Ephesians 2:8-9; John 6:53-54; 1 John 1:7; Revelation 1:5; 2 Corinthians 5:17The HeartEzekiel 36:263 things that God does to our hearts…He Cleanses Our HeartsMark 7:21-22Psalm 51:7-13He Writes His Law On Our HeartsJeremiah 31:332 Corinthians 3:3He Unifies Our HeartsEzekiel 11:19Jeremiah 32:39Psalm 86:11Deuteronomy 6:4-5John 14:15Psalm 51:7-13Response in Song:“Broken Vessels”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
Thank you for joining us for this virtual Christmas caroling! See you Sunday morning! May God Bless you and have a Merry Christmas!
Thank you for joining us for this virtual Christmas caroling! See you Sunday morning! May God Bless you and have a Merry Christmas!
December 4, 2022: “A Gift Called Grace”Worship in Song:“Angels We Have Heard On High” & “Away In A Manger”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalms 72Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Come Thou Long Expected Jesus ”Message: “A Gift Called Grace”The Meaning of GraceEphesians 2:8-9Romans 5:15-18Romans 6:23G - God’s RichesR - RichesA - AtC - Christ’sE - ExpenseThe Message of GraceLifeJohn 10:27-28John 17:31 John 2:251 John 5:11-13LoveJohn 3:16Romans 5:8Ephesians 2:4-5LibertyJohn 8:32, 34-36Romans 6:18, 20-22Galatians 5:1The Means of Grace“By grace you are saved through faith…”Romans 6:23Response in Song:“Amazing Grace”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 4, 2022: “A Gift Called Grace”Worship in Song:“Angels We Have Heard On High” & “Away In A Manger”Words from the Word: (NKJV): Psalms 72Response to the Reading of God’s Word:“Come Thou Long Expected Jesus ”Message: “A Gift Called Grace”The Meaning of GraceEphesians 2:8-9Romans 5:15-18Romans 6:23G - God’s RichesR - RichesA - AtC - Christ’sE - ExpenseThe Message of GraceLifeJohn 10:27-28John 17:31 John 2:251 John 5:11-13LoveJohn 3:16Romans 5:8Ephesians 2:4-5LibertyJohn 8:32, 34-36Romans 6:18, 20-22Galatians 5:1The Means of Grace“By grace you are saved through faith…”Romans 6:23Response in Song:“Amazing Grace”(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 27, 2022: “Church Growth 101”
Worship in Song:
“Everlasting God” &
“God Is So Good”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Psalm 86
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Church Growth 101: Two Essentials Keys”
Key #1: Prayer Prayer Brings About a Sense of Unity in the Body of Christ. Acts 1:14; Acts 2:1 Prayer Releases the Power of the Holy Spirit Acts 4:31-32 Believers Were Baptized in the Holy Spirit as a Result of Prayer. Acts 8:14-17 Through Prayer the Church Faced Persecution. Acts 12:5 Through Prayer the Miraculous Took Place. Acts 16:25-26 Through Prayer They Chose Leaders for the Church. Acts 6:5-6 Because of Prayer the Church Grew. Acts 2:41-47 Key #2: The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit Continues to Carry Out the Ministry of Jesus Christ Through the Church. John 16:7-14 The Holy Spirit Empowers the Church to be an Effective Witness for Jesus Christ. Luke 24:49; Acts 1:8; Matthew 10:18-20 The Holy Spirit Refills the Church for Special Task or Services. Acts 4:31 Jesus intended that His church should be filled with people, which means it will be filled with life. Jesus intended that His church should be filled with power because it is filled with the Holy Spirit. Jesus intended that His church should change its world rather than the church being corrupted by the world. Jesus intended for His church to penetrate the world and win the lost, disciple them, and to send them out to do the same so that HIs house would be full. Matthew 28:19-20 Response in Song:
“Oceans (Where My Feet May Fail)”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 27, 2022: “Church Growth 101”
Worship in Song:
“Everlasting God” &
“God Is So Good”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Psalm 86
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Church Growth 101: Two Essentials Keys”
Key #1: Prayer Prayer Brings About a Sense of Unity in the Body of Christ. Acts 1:14; Acts 2:1 Prayer Releases the Power of the Holy Spirit Acts 4:31-32 Believers Were Baptized in the Holy Spirit as a Result of Prayer. Acts 8:14-17 Through Prayer the Church Faced Persecution. Acts 12:5 Through Prayer the Miraculous Took Place. Acts 16:25-26 Through Prayer They Chose Leaders for the Church. Acts 6:5-6 Because of Prayer the Church Grew. Acts 2:41-47 Key #2: The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit Continues to Carry Out the Ministry of Jesus Christ Through the Church. John 16:7-14 The Holy Spirit Empowers the Church to be an Effective Witness for Jesus Christ. Luke 24:49; Acts 1:8; Matthew 10:18-20 The Holy Spirit Refills the Church for Special Task or Services. Acts 4:31 Jesus intended that His church should be filled with people, which means it will be filled with life. Jesus intended that His church should be filled with power because it is filled with the Holy Spirit. Jesus intended that His church should change its world rather than the church being corrupted by the world. Jesus intended for His church to penetrate the world and win the lost, disciple them, and to send them out to do the same so that HIs house would be full. Matthew 28:19-20 Response in Song:
“Oceans (Where My Feet May Fail)”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 20, 2022: “That My House May Be Filled”
Worship in Song:
“To God Be The Glory” &
“Lord I Lift Your Name On High”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Psalm 27:4, 92:13, 122:1, 134:1
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Build My Life”
Message: “What Is Genuine Fellowship?”
~ Luke 14:15-24
“Why Now Lord?” “Come, for all things are now ready.” Excuses Too Busy With Life Too Busy With Work Too Busy Having Fun Luke 14:24 “Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled.” Response in Song:
“Build Your Kingdom Here”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 20, 2022: “That My House May Be Filled”
Worship in Song:
“To God Be The Glory” &
“Lord I Lift Your Name On High”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Psalm 27:4, 92:13, 122:1, 134:1
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Build My Life”
Message: “What Is Genuine Fellowship?”
~ Luke 14:15-24
“Why Now Lord?” “Come, for all things are now ready.” Excuses Too Busy With Life Too Busy With Work Too Busy Having Fun Luke 14:24 “Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled.” Response in Song:
“Build Your Kingdom Here”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 13, 2022: “What Is Genuine Fellowship?”
Worship in Song:
“Standing On The Promises” &
“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Ephesians 3:8-21
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“I Stand Amazed”
Message: “What Is Genuine Fellowship?”
~ Revelation 3:20
The Meaning of Genuine Fellowship “Koinonia” (Greek word) = To Share in Common Acts 2:44 & Acts 4:32 Believe Together In Common Two Levels of Fellowship Fellowship With Other Christians Fellowship Around the Table Fellowship In Play Fellowship In Prayer Fellowship In Worship 1 Corinthians 10:16 Fellowship in the Sharing of Blessings Romans 15:26-28 Fellowship In Suffering Galatians 6:1-2 Fellowship In Ministry Romans 12:4-5 Fellowship In God’s Word Acts 2:42 Fellowship With God John 14:6 Fellowship of His Sufferings Philippians 3:8-10 Philippians 2:5-8 Fellowship of His Blessings Fellowship in the Gospel Fellowship in the Holy Spirit Romans 14:17 Response in Song:
“Nothing But The Blood” & “Power In The Blood”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 13, 2022: “What Is Genuine Fellowship?”
Worship in Song:
“Standing On The Promises” &
“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Ephesians 3:8-21
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“I Stand Amazed”
Message: “What Is Genuine Fellowship?”
~ Revelation 3:20
The Meaning of Genuine Fellowship “Koinonia” (Greek word) = To Share in Common Acts 2:44 & Acts 4:32 Believe Together In Common Two Levels of Fellowship Fellowship With Other Christians Fellowship Around the Table Fellowship In Play Fellowship In Prayer Fellowship In Worship 1 Corinthians 10:16 Fellowship in the Sharing of Blessings Romans 15:26-28 Fellowship In Suffering Galatians 6:1-2 Fellowship In Ministry Romans 12:4-5 Fellowship In God’s Word Acts 2:42 Fellowship With God John 14:6 Fellowship of His Sufferings Philippians 3:8-10 Philippians 2:5-8 Fellowship of His Blessings Fellowship in the Gospel Fellowship in the Holy Spirit Romans 14:17 Response in Song:
“Nothing But The Blood” & “Power In The Blood”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 6, 2022: “The Blessings of Genuine Worship”
Worship in Song:
“Indescribable” & “Shout To The Lord”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Deuteronomy 28:1-8
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”
Message: “The Blessings of Genuine Worship”
Blessing #1: He promised that He would be in our midst, and that He would have fellowship with us. Matthew 18:20 Revelation 3:20 Blessing #2: He promised that He would overshadow HIs people with His glory. Exodus 40:35 2 Chronicles 7:1 Blessing #3: He promised to bless His people with the abundance of blessings. Ezekiel 34:26 Blessing #4: He promised to give an abundance of joy. Nehemiah 12:43 Psalm 16:11 Psalm 30:5 Psalm 51:12 Psalm 132:9 John 15:11 John 16:24 Romans 14:17 1 Peter 1:8 Blessing #5: He promised that He would answer our sincere prayers of faith. Mark 11:24 James 5:15 Blessing #6: He promised that He would refill us with the Holy Spirit and with boldness. Acts 4:24-31 Blessing #7: He promised that would send manifestations of the Holy Spirit among the people. 1 Corinthians 12:7-13 Blessing #8: He promised to guide His people into all truth. John 16:13 Blessing #9: He promised to sanctify His people by His Word and Spirit. John 17:17-19 Blessing #10: He promised to comfort, encourage and edify His people. 1 Corinthians 14:26 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Blessing #11: He promised to convict His people of sin, righteousness and judgement by the Holy Spirit. John 16:7-11 Blessing #12: He promised to save sinners who become convicted of sin at a worship service. 1 Corinthians 14:22-25 Response in Song:
“The Goodness of God” & “The Blessing”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
November 6, 2022: “The Blessings of Genuine Worship”
Worship in Song:
“Indescribable” & “Shout To The Lord”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Deuteronomy 28:1-8
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”
Message: “The Blessings of Genuine Worship”
Blessing #1: He promised that He would be in our midst, and that He would have fellowship with us. Matthew 18:20 Revelation 3:20 Blessing #2: He promised that He would overshadow HIs people with His glory. Exodus 40:35 2 Chronicles 7:1 Blessing #3: He promised to bless His people with the abundance of blessings. Ezekiel 34:26 Blessing #4: He promised to give an abundance of joy. Nehemiah 12:43 Psalm 16:11 Psalm 30:5 Psalm 51:12 Psalm 132:9 John 15:11 John 16:24 Romans 14:17 1 Peter 1:8 Blessing #5: He promised that He would answer our sincere prayers of faith. Mark 11:24 James 5:15 Blessing #6: He promised that He would refill us with the Holy Spirit and with boldness. Acts 4:24-31 Blessing #7: He promised that would send manifestations of the Holy Spirit among the people. 1 Corinthians 12:7-13 Blessing #8: He promised to guide His people into all truth. John 16:13 Blessing #9: He promised to sanctify His people by His Word and Spirit. John 17:17-19 Blessing #10: He promised to comfort, encourage and edify His people. 1 Corinthians 14:26 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Blessing #11: He promised to convict His people of sin, righteousness and judgement by the Holy Spirit. John 16:7-11 Blessing #12: He promised to save sinners who become convicted of sin at a worship service. 1 Corinthians 14:22-25 Response in Song:
“The Goodness of God” & “The Blessing”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 30, 2022: “The 7 Elements of Worship”
Worship in Song:
“Awesome God” & “Angus Dei”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Revelation 7:9-17
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
Message: “The 7 Elements of Worship”
~ Nehemiah 8:1-10
Element #1: Praise Psalm 100:4 Psalm 106:1 Psalm 111:1 Psalm 113:1 Luke 10:21 Ephesians 1:3-6 Revelation 4:9-11 Element #2: Singing 1 Corinthians 14:15 Ephesians 5:18-19 Colossians 3:16 James 5:13 Element #3: Prayer Acts 2:42 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Element #4: Confession of Sin James 5:16 Element #5: The Word 1 Timothy 4:13 2 Timothy 4:2 Element #6: Tithes and Offerings Psalm 96:8 Malachi 3:10 1 Corinthians 16:2 Element #7: The Works of the Holy Spirit 1 Corinthians 12:7-12 Review - the 7 Elements of Worship: Praise Singing Prayer Confession of Sin The Word Giving of Tithes and Offerings The Works of the Holy Spirit Response in Song:
“I Give You My Heart” & “I Surrender”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 30, 2022: “The 7 Elements of Worship”
Worship in Song:
“Awesome God” & “Angus Dei”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
Revelation 7:9-17
Response to the Reading of God’s Word:
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
Message: “The 7 Elements of Worship”
~ Nehemiah 8:1-10
Element #1: Praise Psalm 100:4 Psalm 106:1 Psalm 111:1 Psalm 113:1 Luke 10:21 Ephesians 1:3-6 Revelation 4:9-11 Element #2: Singing 1 Corinthians 14:15 Ephesians 5:18-19 Colossians 3:16 James 5:13 Element #3: Prayer Acts 2:42 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Element #4: Confession of Sin James 5:16 Element #5: The Word 1 Timothy 4:13 2 Timothy 4:2 Element #6: Tithes and Offerings Psalm 96:8 Malachi 3:10 1 Corinthians 16:2 Element #7: The Works of the Holy Spirit 1 Corinthians 12:7-12 Review - the 7 Elements of Worship: Praise Singing Prayer Confession of Sin The Word Giving of Tithes and Offerings The Works of the Holy Spirit Response in Song:
“I Give You My Heart” & “I Surrender”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 23, 2022: “What It Means To Be A Friend of the King”
Worship in Song:
“Friend of God”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
James 2:18-23
Memorial Service:
Remembering those who have passed away since our last Friendly Chapel Homecoming
Worship in Song with Canaanland
Mission Offering Song:
“This I Believe (Creed)”
Message: “What It Means To Be A Friend of the King”
What It Means To Be A FRIENDLY Church F - We will follow the example of Jesus Christ. R - We will share the story of redemption because we have been redeemed. I - We will ignite the fires of revival through prayer, the Word of God, and the power of the Holy Spirit. E - We will engage our community. N - We will minister to the needs of those around us, when possible, in order to open doors to share the gospel message. D - We will develop believers to become like Christ through the preaching and teaching of God’s word and putting the principles of God’s word into practical application. L - We will demonstrate that we genuinely love Jesus Christ by our love for those inside and outside the walls of the church. Y - We yearn for the return of the Lord Jesus Christ knowing that He could return at any moment, which is out motivation to worship and serve Him with purpose. Scripture: Proverbs 12:26 Proverbs 16:28 Proverbs 17:17 Proverbs 18:24 Proverbs 19:4 Proverbs 19:6 Proverbs 27:6 Proverbs 27:9 Proverbs 27:10 Proverbs 27:17 Proverbs 22:11 John 15:11-16
Reason #1: Through King Jesus I Have Peace with God Reason #2: Through King Jesus I Have Access to God Ephesians 2:18-19 Reason #3: Through King Jesus I Have Joy John 15:11 1 Peter 1:6-8 Reason #4: Through King Jesus I Have Confidence Romas 8:38-39 Reason #5: Through King Jesus I Have Hope Reason #6: Through King Jesus I Have Love 1 John 4:8-10 The essence of God is love The love of God is eternal The love of God is unconditional The love of God is life changing Reason #7: Through King Jesus I Have Eternal Life Seven points to Jesus being our friend…. Peace with God Access to God Joy Confidence Hope Love Eternal Life Is King Jesus Your Friend? Response in Song:
“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 23, 2022: “What It Means To Be A Friend of the King”
Worship in Song:
“Friend of God”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
James 2:18-23
Memorial Service:
Remembering those who have passed away since our last Friendly Chapel Homecoming
Worship in Song with Canaanland
Mission Offering Song:
“This I Believe (Creed)”
Message: “What It Means To Be A Friend of the King”
What It Means To Be A FRIENDLY Church F - We will follow the example of Jesus Christ. R - We will share the story of redemption because we have been redeemed. I - We will ignite the fires of revival through prayer, the Word of God, and the power of the Holy Spirit. E - We will engage our community. N - We will minister to the needs of those around us, when possible, in order to open doors to share the gospel message. D - We will develop believers to become like Christ through the preaching and teaching of God’s word and putting the principles of God’s word into practical application. L - We will demonstrate that we genuinely love Jesus Christ by our love for those inside and outside the walls of the church. Y - We yearn for the return of the Lord Jesus Christ knowing that He could return at any moment, which is out motivation to worship and serve Him with purpose. Scripture: Proverbs 12:26 Proverbs 16:28 Proverbs 17:17 Proverbs 18:24 Proverbs 19:4 Proverbs 19:6 Proverbs 27:6 Proverbs 27:9 Proverbs 27:10 Proverbs 27:17 Proverbs 22:11 John 15:11-16
Reason #1: Through King Jesus I Have Peace with God Reason #2: Through King Jesus I Have Access to God Ephesians 2:18-19 Reason #3: Through King Jesus I Have Joy John 15:11 1 Peter 1:6-8 Reason #4: Through King Jesus I Have Confidence Romas 8:38-39 Reason #5: Through King Jesus I Have Hope Reason #6: Through King Jesus I Have Love 1 John 4:8-10 The essence of God is love The love of God is eternal The love of God is unconditional The love of God is life changing Reason #7: Through King Jesus I Have Eternal Life Seven points to Jesus being our friend…. Peace with God Access to God Joy Confidence Hope Love Eternal Life Is King Jesus Your Friend? Response in Song:
“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 16, 2022: “Worship Killers”
Worship in Song:
“God of Wonders” & “Holy Is The Lord”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
1 Corinthians 11:17-22
Message: “Worship Killers”
There are 10 things that can kill a worship service….
Killer #1: Wrong Attitude Killer #2: Lack of Faith Matthew 13:58 Hebrews 11:6 Killer #3: Spiritual Ignorance John 4:22 Killer #4: Soured Relationships Matthew 5:23-24 Killer #5: An Evil Spirit Ephesians 6:12 Killer #6: Fear Killer #7: Traditions Matthew 15:1-9 Killer #8: Lack of Enthusiasm Killer #9: Lack of Prayer Killer #10: Sin Isaiah 1:11-15 “When eternity comes and you stand before God Almighty who will you have pleased the most in life?”
Song - Preparation for Communion:
“Break Every Chain”
Scripture Reading: (NKJV)
1 Corinthians 11:23-32
Receiving the Bread and Cup
Response in Song:
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 16, 2022: “Worship Killers”
Worship in Song:
“God of Wonders” & “Holy Is The Lord”
Words from the Word: (NKJV):
1 Corinthians 11:17-22
Message: “Worship Killers”
There are 10 things that can kill a worship service….
Killer #1: Wrong Attitude Killer #2: Lack of Faith Matthew 13:58 Hebrews 11:6 Killer #3: Spiritual Ignorance John 4:22 Killer #4: Soured Relationships Matthew 5:23-24 Killer #5: An Evil Spirit Ephesians 6:12 Killer #6: Fear Killer #7: Traditions Matthew 15:1-9 Killer #8: Lack of Enthusiasm Killer #9: Lack of Prayer Killer #10: Sin Isaiah 1:11-15 “When eternity comes and you stand before God Almighty who will you have pleased the most in life?”
Song - Preparation for Communion:
“Break Every Chain”
Scripture Reading: (NKJV)
1 Corinthians 11:23-32
Receiving the Bread and Cup
Response in Song:
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 2, 2022: “What Is Worship?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Timothy 1:8-12
Songs of Praise:
“Great Are You Lord” and “Breathe”
Response Song:
“Blessed Assurance
Message: “What Is Worship?”
~ Psalm 100:1-5
Five Pillars of the Church Ministry Fellowship Discipleship Evangelism Worship What is Worship? It is a Response to God 1 John 4:19 Psalm 100:3 Worship is a Declaration About God Exodus 15:1-3 Luke 19:36-40 Revelation 5:11-12 Worship is the Desire of God John 4:20-23 Let’s Get In Tune With God Praise in Song:
“Revelation Song” and “Worthy of It All”
Scripture and Response in Song:
Psalm 23
“Goodness of God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
October 2, 2022: “What Is Worship?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Timothy 1:8-12
Songs of Praise:
“Great Are You Lord” and “Breathe”
Response Song:
“Blessed Assurance
Message: “What Is Worship?”
~ Psalm 100:1-5
Five Pillars of the Church Ministry Fellowship Discipleship Evangelism Worship What is Worship? It is a Response to God 1 John 4:19 Psalm 100:3 Worship is a Declaration About God Exodus 15:1-3 Luke 19:36-40 Revelation 5:11-12 Worship is the Desire of God John 4:20-23 Let’s Get In Tune With God Praise in Song:
“Revelation Song” and “Worthy of It All”
Scripture and Response in Song:
Psalm 23
“Goodness of God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
September 25, 2022: Youth Sunday
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 22:6
Songs of Praise:
“Indescribable”
“I Speak Jesus”
Skit performed by students/teens:
“You Were There”
Message and Song by:
Brenda Dominguez
Apostle Moody
Prophetess Deborah Harris
September 25, 2022: Youth Sunday
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 22:6
Songs of Praise:
“Indescribable”
“I Speak Jesus”
Skit performed by students/teens:
“You Were There”
Message and Song by:
Brenda Dominguez
Apostle Moody
Prophetess Deborah Harris
August 21, 2022: “Divine Help Is Needed For A Divine Message”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Number 11:21-25
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit” and “Spirit Break Out”
“No Longer Slaves” and “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)”
Message: “Divine Help Is Needed For A Divine Message”
~ John 14:16-18
1 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us the Love We Need to Accomplish the Task.
Romans 5:3-5
2 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us Comfort.
John 14:16
3 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us What We Need to Accomplish the Task.
1 Corinthians 12:5-11 Galatians 5:22-23
4 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us the Light We Need
John 16:7-11
5 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us Guidance
John 16:13
6 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us Vision
John 16:13 The Holy Spirit Gives Us the Power We Need Acts 1:8 Luke 4:18 A Divine Helper is Needed To Accomplish Our Divine Mission Altar Song:
“I Surrender All”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 21, 2022: “Divine Help Is Needed For A Divine Message”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Number 11:21-25
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit” and “Spirit Break Out”
“No Longer Slaves” and “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)”
Message: “Divine Help Is Needed For A Divine Message”
~ John 14:16-18
1 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us the Love We Need to Accomplish the Task.
Romans 5:3-5
2 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us Comfort.
John 14:16
3 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us What We Need to Accomplish the Task.
1 Corinthians 12:5-11 Galatians 5:22-23
4 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us the Light We Need
John 16:7-11
5 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us Guidance
John 16:13
6 - The Holy Spirit Gives Us Vision
John 16:13 The Holy Spirit Gives Us the Power We Need Acts 1:8 Luke 4:18 A Divine Helper is Needed To Accomplish Our Divine Mission Altar Song:
“I Surrender All”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 14, 2022: “Abide in the Vine”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Matthew 7:7-12; Romans 8:28
Songs of Praise:
“Blessed Be That Name” and “Blessed Assurance”
“Build My Life” and “Broken Vessels”
Message: “Abide in the Vine”
John 15:1-8 This parable is Jesus comparing Himself as a vine. Why would Jesus refer to himself as the TRUE VINE? Isaiah 5:1-7 Psalm 80:8 Jesus referred to himself as the true vine because in the Old Testament the Israelite nations were represented as a vine. What does Jesus say will happen to the fruitless branch? It will be taken away. Matthew 3:10 What are the good and bad fruits? Bad fruit - Galatians 5:19-21 Good fruit - Galatians 5:22-23 Joy Joy along with Love are the two most visible expressions in a Christian’s life. How can we abide in the vine? John 15:5 Through prayer and God’s word What do we get when we abide in the vine? Galatians 5: 22-23 What do we get when we do not abide in the vine? Death Abide in the Vine with everything you have.
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Jeff Testerman)
August 14, 2022: “Abide in the Vine”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Matthew 7:7-12; Romans 8:28
Songs of Praise:
“Blessed Be That Name” and “Blessed Assurance”
“Build My Life” and “Broken Vessels”
Message: “Abide in the Vine”
John 15:1-8 This parable is Jesus comparing Himself as a vine. Why would Jesus refer to himself as the TRUE VINE? Isaiah 5:1-7 Psalm 80:8 Jesus referred to himself as the true vine because in the Old Testament the Israelite nations were represented as a vine. What does Jesus say will happen to the fruitless branch? It will be taken away. Matthew 3:10 What are the good and bad fruits? Bad fruit - Galatians 5:19-21 Good fruit - Galatians 5:22-23 Joy Joy along with Love are the two most visible expressions in a Christian’s life. How can we abide in the vine? John 15:5 Through prayer and God’s word What do we get when we abide in the vine? Galatians 5: 22-23 What do we get when we do not abide in the vine? Death Abide in the Vine with everything you have.
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Jeff Testerman)
August 7, 2022: “Seven Characteristics of a Minister of Love”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Hosea 3:1-5
Songs of Praise:
“Here I Am To Worship” and “One Thing Remains”
“At The Cross (Love Ran Red)”
“How Deep the Father’s Love”
Message: “Seven Characteristics of a Minister of Love”
~ Philippians 2:5-8
Love People Who Do Not Love You Romans 5:6-8 Matthew 5:10-12 Luke 6:26-28 Be Concerned About the Lost Souls of People Matthew 18:11 Mark 10:45 To Minister to People Who are Different Than We Are Speak the Truth In Love A Willingness to be Disciplined and to Discipline Others Hebrews 12:5-8 Have a Willingness to Forgive Matthew 6:12 Matthew 6:14-15 Matthew 18:21-22 Mark 11:25-26 Luke 6:37 Luke 17:3-4 Luke 23:34 Willingness to Sacrifice Matthew 16:24-26 Why should I love people who don’t love me? Why should I be concerned about the salvation of the lost. Why should I forgive people when they treat me wrong? Why should I get out of my comfort zone and deal with people who are different than I am? Why should I speak the truth in love when I know that more than likely I”m going to be attacked for doing so? Why should I go through the discipline process? Why should I sacrifice all that I have? Luke 18:28-30 Our Ministry is Never in Vain if it is Done in Love Altar Song:
“My Jesus I Love Thee”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
August 7, 2022: “Seven Characteristics of a Minister of Love”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Hosea 3:1-5
Songs of Praise:
“Here I Am To Worship” and “One Thing Remains”
“At The Cross (Love Ran Red)”
“How Deep the Father’s Love”
Message: “Seven Characteristics of a Minister of Love”
~ Philippians 2:5-8
Love People Who Do Not Love You Romans 5:6-8 Matthew 5:10-12 Luke 6:26-28 Be Concerned About the Lost Souls of People Matthew 18:11 Mark 10:45 To Minister to People Who are Different Than We Are Speak the Truth In Love A Willingness to be Disciplined and to Discipline Others Hebrews 12:5-8 Have a Willingness to Forgive Matthew 6:12 Matthew 6:14-15 Matthew 18:21-22 Mark 11:25-26 Luke 6:37 Luke 17:3-4 Luke 23:34 Willingness to Sacrifice Matthew 16:24-26 Why should I love people who don’t love me? Why should I be concerned about the salvation of the lost. Why should I forgive people when they treat me wrong? Why should I get out of my comfort zone and deal with people who are different than I am? Why should I speak the truth in love when I know that more than likely I”m going to be attacked for doing so? Why should I go through the discipline process? Why should I sacrifice all that I have? Luke 18:28-30 Our Ministry is Never in Vain if it is Done in Love Altar Song:
“My Jesus I Love Thee”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 31, 2022: “Sanctification, What’s That?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Jeremiah 1:1-10
Songs of Praise:
“Power In The Blood”
“Nothing But The Blood”
Message: “Sanctification, What’s That?”
~ Hebrews 13:12; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7
What Is Sanctification? Galatians 2:20 2 Timothy 3:1-5 How Are We Sanctified? The Will of God Hebrews 10:9-10 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 James 17:15-17 The Work of Christ Hebrews 13:12 The Power of the Holy Spirit 1 Peter 1:2 Romans 15:15-16 Our Faith When are We Sanctified? We are Sanctified at Salvation We Are Sanctified At Some People After Salvation We Are Sanctified Continuously Hebrews 10:11-14 What Should We Be Sanctified? It Is The Will of God 1 Peter 1:13-16 We Need to be Sanctified 2 Timothy 2:20-21 Missions Offering:
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 31, 2022: “Sanctification, What’s That?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Jeremiah 1:1-10
Songs of Praise:
“Power In The Blood”
“Nothing But The Blood”
Message: “Sanctification, What’s That?”
~ Hebrews 13:12; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7
What Is Sanctification? Galatians 2:20 2 Timothy 3:1-5 How Are We Sanctified? The Will of God Hebrews 10:9-10 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4 James 17:15-17 The Work of Christ Hebrews 13:12 The Power of the Holy Spirit 1 Peter 1:2 Romans 15:15-16 Our Faith When are We Sanctified? We are Sanctified at Salvation We Are Sanctified At Some People After Salvation We Are Sanctified Continuously Hebrews 10:11-14 What Should We Be Sanctified? It Is The Will of God 1 Peter 1:13-16 We Need to be Sanctified 2 Timothy 2:20-21 Missions Offering:
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 24, 2022: “The Ministry of the Holy Spirit”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Daniel 5:1-14
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit” and “Great Are You Lord”
“How Great Is Our God” and “How Great Thou Art”
Message: “The Ministry of the Holy Spirit”
~ John 15:5-11
SIn Revelation 21:8 John 3:16-20 Righteousness John 17:14-16 Romans 12:1-2 1 John 2:15-17 1 John 5:5 John 17:17 Psalm 139:23-24 Judgement John 12:31-32 Matthew 16:17-18 Altar Prayer:
“Breath On Me Breathe of God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 24, 2022: “The Ministry of the Holy Spirit”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Daniel 5:1-14
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit” and “Great Are You Lord”
“How Great Is Our God” and “How Great Thou Art”
Message: “The Ministry of the Holy Spirit”
~ John 15:5-11
SIn Revelation 21:8 John 3:16-20 Righteousness John 17:14-16 Romans 12:1-2 1 John 2:15-17 1 John 5:5 John 17:17 Psalm 139:23-24 Judgement John 12:31-32 Matthew 16:17-18 Altar Prayer:
“Breath On Me Breathe of God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 17, 2022: “Is The Ministry of Jesus Imitated in Our Church’s Ministry”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 103
Songs of Praise:
“Indescribable” and “Immortal Invisible”
“Your Great Name” and “Worthy Of It All”
Message: “Is The Ministry of Jesus Imitated in Our Church’s Ministry”
~ Luke 4:18-19
Jesus Ministered to the Physical Needs of Humanity Matthew 4:23-24 Isaiah 53:5 Luke 9:1-2 Luke 9:6 Luke 10:1 Luke 10:8-9 Luke 19 Luke 4:23-30 Mark 9:21-24 “Is the Ministry of Jesus Imitated in Our Church’s Ministry?” Altar Prayer:
“Look What The Lord Has Done/Enemies Camp”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 17, 2022: “Is The Ministry of Jesus Imitated in Our Church’s Ministry”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 103
Songs of Praise:
“Indescribable” and “Immortal Invisible”
“Your Great Name” and “Worthy Of It All”
Message: “Is The Ministry of Jesus Imitated in Our Church’s Ministry”
~ Luke 4:18-19
Jesus Ministered to the Physical Needs of Humanity Matthew 4:23-24 Isaiah 53:5 Luke 9:1-2 Luke 9:6 Luke 10:1 Luke 10:8-9 Luke 19 Luke 4:23-30 Mark 9:21-24 “Is the Ministry of Jesus Imitated in Our Church’s Ministry?” Altar Prayer:
“Look What The Lord Has Done/Enemies Camp”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
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July 10, 2022: “The Ministry of Prayer”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 86
Songs of Praise:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust in Jesus” and “Cornerstone”
“Sweet Hour of Prayer”
“Chain Breaker” and “No Longer Slaves”
Message: “The Ministry of Prayer”
~ James 5:16
Through Prayer We Minister to God Psalm 100:4 Through Prayer We Minister to Other People Through Prayer We Can Minister to the Physical Needs of People James 5:14-15 Through Prayer We Can Minister to the Emotional Needs of People Through Prayer We Can Minister to the Spiritual Needs of People James 5:19-20 Through Prayer We Minister to Ourselves Luke 22:42 Matthew 6:5-10 9 Blessings we receive when we minister to ourselves Through Prayer We Are Drawn Nearer to God James 4:8 Through Prayer the Way Is Opened for Us to be Filled with the Holy Spirit Luke 11:13 Through Prayer We Receive the Necessary Power We Need to Minister to Other People Acts 1:8 Acts 4:31 Acts 4:33 Through Prayer We Are Built Up Spiritually Jude 20 Through Prayer Our Eyes Are Opened to See God’s Provisions for Us Ephesians 1:15-21 Through Prayer the Powers of Satan and His Demonic Army Are Defeated Daniel 10:12-13 Ephesians 6:12-13 Through Prayer We Come to Understand the Will of God Proverbs 3:5-6 Through Prayer We Enjoy the Blessings of God’s Grace, Mercy, and Peace Philippians 4:6-7 Hebrews 4:16 Through Prayer We Are Deliver Out of Difficult Situations Psalm 34:4-7 Philippians 1:19 “The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and wonderful results.” (Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
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July 10, 2022: “The Ministry of Prayer”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 86
Songs of Praise:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust in Jesus” and “Cornerstone”
“Sweet Hour of Prayer”
“Chain Breaker” and “No Longer Slaves”
Message: “The Ministry of Prayer”
~ James 5:16
Through Prayer We Minister to God Psalm 100:4 Through Prayer We Minister to Other People Through Prayer We Can Minister to the Physical Needs of People James 5:14-15 Through Prayer We Can Minister to the Emotional Needs of People Through Prayer We Can Minister to the Spiritual Needs of People James 5:19-20 Through Prayer We Minister to Ourselves Luke 22:42 Matthew 6:5-10 9 Blessings we receive when we minister to ourselves Through Prayer We Are Drawn Nearer to God James 4:8 Through Prayer the Way Is Opened for Us to be Filled with the Holy Spirit Luke 11:13 Through Prayer We Receive the Necessary Power We Need to Minister to Other People Acts 1:8 Acts 4:31 Acts 4:33 Through Prayer We Are Built Up Spiritually Jude 20 Through Prayer Our Eyes Are Opened to See God’s Provisions for Us Ephesians 1:15-21 Through Prayer the Powers of Satan and His Demonic Army Are Defeated Daniel 10:12-13 Ephesians 6:12-13 Through Prayer We Come to Understand the Will of God Proverbs 3:5-6 Through Prayer We Enjoy the Blessings of God’s Grace, Mercy, and Peace Philippians 4:6-7 Hebrews 4:16 Through Prayer We Are Deliver Out of Difficult Situations Psalm 34:4-7 Philippians 1:19 “The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and wonderful results.” (Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
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July 3, 2022: “Free Indeed”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 146:1-10
Songs of Praise:
“Everlasting God” and “Raise A Hallelujah”
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone”
“At The Cross”
Message: “Free Indeed”
~ John 8:36
What Enslaves a Person Spiritually? Sin Separation From the Only True Source of Freedom Ignorance What Makes a Person Free? John 8:31-32 Faith in Jesus Christ Adding in His Word First, You Must Read the Word Second, You Must Mediate Upon It Third, You Must Let the Word Speak to You Fourth, You Must Apply the Word Become His Disciple Know the Truth “Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.” - John 8:36 Response and Benediction Song:
“There Is A Redeemer”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
July 3, 2022: “Free Indeed”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 146:1-10
Songs of Praise:
“Everlasting God” and “Raise A Hallelujah”
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone”
“At The Cross”
Message: “Free Indeed”
~ John 8:36
What Enslaves a Person Spiritually? Sin Separation From the Only True Source of Freedom Ignorance What Makes a Person Free? John 8:31-32 Faith in Jesus Christ Adding in His Word First, You Must Read the Word Second, You Must Mediate Upon It Third, You Must Let the Word Speak to You Fourth, You Must Apply the Word Become His Disciple Know the Truth “Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.” - John 8:36 Response and Benediction Song:
“There Is A Redeemer”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 26, 2022: “Being Like A Child”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 1:1-9
Songs of Praise:
“Shout To The Lord” and “As The Deer”
“Are You Washed In The Blood” and “Broken Vessels”
Message: “Being Like A Child”
~ Matthew 18:1-4
What Is Required To Be Like A Child? Humility A Child is Teachable A Child is Dependent Upon His Parents Matthew 6:25-34 A Child Has Not Lost That Sense of Wonder Ephesians 4:14-16
Mission Offering Song:
“Jesus Loves The Little Children”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 26, 2022: “Being Like A Child”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 1:1-9
Songs of Praise:
“Shout To The Lord” and “As The Deer”
“Are You Washed In The Blood” and “Broken Vessels”
Message: “Being Like A Child”
~ Matthew 18:1-4
What Is Required To Be Like A Child? Humility A Child is Teachable A Child is Dependent Upon His Parents Matthew 6:25-34 A Child Has Not Lost That Sense of Wonder Ephesians 4:14-16
Mission Offering Song:
“Jesus Loves The Little Children”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 19, 2022: “Men’s Ministry Becoming A Real Man”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 4:1-5
Songs of Praise:
“God of Wonders” and “Holy Is The Lord”
“Reckless Love” and “Good Good Father”
Message: “Men’s Ministry Becoming A Real Man”
Prophet Hebrews 1:1-2 Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Priest Hebrews 4:14-16 King You Must Be Proven Worthy to be Called King. You Must Provide for Your Family. You Must Protect Your Family. Altar Song:
“Tis So Sweet”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 19, 2022: “Men’s Ministry Becoming A Real Man”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 4:1-5
Songs of Praise:
“God of Wonders” and “Holy Is The Lord”
“Reckless Love” and “Good Good Father”
Message: “Men’s Ministry Becoming A Real Man”
Prophet Hebrews 1:1-2 Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Priest Hebrews 4:14-16 King You Must Be Proven Worthy to be Called King. You Must Provide for Your Family. You Must Protect Your Family. Altar Song:
“Tis So Sweet”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 12, 2022: “Be A Witness”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalms 145:1-13
Songs of Praise:
“Awesome God”
“I Stand Amazed”
“In Christ Alone”
“Blessed Assurance”
Message: “Be A Witness”
~ Acts 1:1-8; Luke 21:7; Acts 1:7; Matthew 24:36;
Luke 19:12-23; Matthew 5:14-16; Acts 1:8
The Power of Our Witness Dumanis - “the potentiality to exert force in performing some function” Acts 2:16-21 The Object of Our Witness What we have seen. What we have heard. What we have experienced. The Scope of Our Witness BE A WITNESS! (Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 12, 2022: “Be A Witness”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalms 145:1-13
Songs of Praise:
“Awesome God”
“I Stand Amazed”
“In Christ Alone”
“Blessed Assurance”
Message: “Be A Witness”
~ Acts 1:1-8; Luke 21:7; Acts 1:7; Matthew 24:36;
Luke 19:12-23; Matthew 5:14-16; Acts 1:8
The Power of Our Witness Dumanis - “the potentiality to exert force in performing some function” Acts 2:16-21 The Object of Our Witness What we have seen. What we have heard. What we have experienced. The Scope of Our Witness BE A WITNESS! (Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 5, 2022: “Is This That?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Joel 2:1-2, 12-13, 28-32
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit”
“Days of Elijah”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Is This That?”
~ Acts 2:1-21
What are the Last Days? Isaiah 2:2; 2 Peter 3:8-9 What are the Characteristics of the Last Days? It is a Time of the Continual Outpouring of the Holy Spirit Upon Those Who Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior. Acts 2:17 It is a time of God’s power invading the domain of Satan and Sin. Matthew 16:18 It is a Time of Prophetic Witness. Acts 2:17-18 It is a Time of the Inauguration of the Kingdom of God through Supernatural Power and Cosmic Displays. Acts 2:19-20 It is a Time of Judgment. John 16:7-11 It is a Time of Spiritual Harvest. Acts 2:21 What are the Church’s Responsibilities During the Last Days? The Church is to be Continually Filled with the Holy Spirit and to Carry Out Its Ministry by His Power. The Church is to be the Prophetic Voice of the World. The Church is to Invade Satan’s Space and Expose the Sin He is Trying to Peddle. The Church is the Manifest the Supernatural Power of the Kingdom of God. 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 The Church Must Proclaim God’s Judgment Upon Sin and Declare Righteousness as His Only Standard. The Church Must Continually Work Towards Its Mission of Bringing in the Harvest. John 4:35-38 The Church is to Proclaim Jesus as Both Lord and Christ. Philippians 2:5-11 Is This That? Song:
“This I Believe”
Communion Song:
“Holy, Holy, Holy”
Benediction:
“Draw Me Close”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
June 5, 2022: “Is This That?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Joel 2:1-2, 12-13, 28-32
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit”
“Days of Elijah”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Is This That?”
~ Acts 2:1-21
What are the Last Days? Isaiah 2:2; 2 Peter 3:8-9 What are the Characteristics of the Last Days? It is a Time of the Continual Outpouring of the Holy Spirit Upon Those Who Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior. Acts 2:17 It is a time of God’s power invading the domain of Satan and Sin. Matthew 16:18 It is a Time of Prophetic Witness. Acts 2:17-18 It is a Time of the Inauguration of the Kingdom of God through Supernatural Power and Cosmic Displays. Acts 2:19-20 It is a Time of Judgment. John 16:7-11 It is a Time of Spiritual Harvest. Acts 2:21 What are the Church’s Responsibilities During the Last Days? The Church is to be Continually Filled with the Holy Spirit and to Carry Out Its Ministry by His Power. The Church is to be the Prophetic Voice of the World. The Church is to Invade Satan’s Space and Expose the Sin He is Trying to Peddle. The Church is the Manifest the Supernatural Power of the Kingdom of God. 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 The Church Must Proclaim God’s Judgment Upon Sin and Declare Righteousness as His Only Standard. The Church Must Continually Work Towards Its Mission of Bringing in the Harvest. John 4:35-38 The Church is to Proclaim Jesus as Both Lord and Christ. Philippians 2:5-11 Is This That? Song:
“This I Believe”
Communion Song:
“Holy, Holy, Holy”
Benediction:
“Draw Me Close”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 29, 2022: “How God Gets People’s Attention”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Peter 3:1-18
Songs of Praise:
“Open Up The Heavens”
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
“Come As You Are”
“I Surrender”
Message: “How God Gets People’s Attention”
~ Joel 1:1-20
How does God get the attention of a group of people that have strayed away from Him?
The Reason for the Calamity The Effects of the Calamity The Response of the People Joel 1:16 LORD HELP US!
Song of Response and Missions Offering:
“O Come To The Altar”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 29, 2022: “How God Gets People’s Attention”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Peter 3:1-18
Songs of Praise:
“Open Up The Heavens”
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
“Come As You Are”
“I Surrender”
Message: “How God Gets People’s Attention”
~ Joel 1:1-20
How does God get the attention of a group of people that have strayed away from Him?
The Reason for the Calamity The Effects of the Calamity The Response of the People Joel 1:16 LORD HELP US!
Song of Response and Missions Offering:
“O Come To The Altar”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 22, 2022: “Be Filled With The Holy Spirit, Why?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Romans 5:1-5
Songs of Praise:
“Set A Fire”
“Consuming Fire”
“Break Every Chain”
“Do It Again”
Message: “Be Filled With The Holy Spirit, Why?”
~ Zechariah 4:1-6; Matthew 3:11; Luke 4:18-21; Luke 10:21
We all need to be filled with the power of the Holy Spirit to… Be Jesus’ Witnesses Acts 1:8 Preach God’s Word Acts 2:14-18 Pray Romans 8:26; Ephesians 6:18; Jude 20 Overcome Satan’s Temptations and Deceptive Powers Matthew 4:1; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Worship Ephesians 5:18-20 Fulfill God’s Purpose Luke 1:34-35 Serve Others 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Overcome Insurmountable Challenges Zechariah 4:6-7; Romans 8:26; Romans 8:31-39 Lead Others 1 Samuel 16:13; Acts 9:15-17 Fulfill Jesus’ Original Mission for the Church Acts 2:1-4 “It’s not by human might or by human power, it is by God’s Holy Spirit.”
Song of Response:
“Breathe On Me Breath of God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 22, 2022: “Be Filled With The Holy Spirit, Why?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Romans 5:1-5
Songs of Praise:
“Set A Fire”
“Consuming Fire”
“Break Every Chain”
“Do It Again”
Message: “Be Filled With The Holy Spirit, Why?”
~ Zechariah 4:1-6; Matthew 3:11; Luke 4:18-21; Luke 10:21
We all need to be filled with the power of the Holy Spirit to… Be Jesus’ Witnesses Acts 1:8 Preach God’s Word Acts 2:14-18 Pray Romans 8:26; Ephesians 6:18; Jude 20 Overcome Satan’s Temptations and Deceptive Powers Matthew 4:1; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Worship Ephesians 5:18-20 Fulfill God’s Purpose Luke 1:34-35 Serve Others 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Overcome Insurmountable Challenges Zechariah 4:6-7; Romans 8:26; Romans 8:31-39 Lead Others 1 Samuel 16:13; Acts 9:15-17 Fulfill Jesus’ Original Mission for the Church Acts 2:1-4 “It’s not by human might or by human power, it is by God’s Holy Spirit.”
Song of Response:
“Breathe On Me Breath of God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 15, 2022: “The Characteristics of a Good Shepherd”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 40:10-31
Songs of Praise:
“Blessed Be Your Name”
“Holy Spirit”
“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”
“Oceans (Where Feet My Fail)”
Message: “The Characteristics of a Good Shepherd”
~ John 10:1-15
Three Types of Shepherds
The Thief The Hireling The Good Shepherd Psalm 23:1-6 A Good Shepherd Feeds His Sheep A Good Shepherd Leads His Sheep A Good Shepherd Restores His Sheep A Good Shepherd Guides His Sheep in the Right Direction A Good Shepherd Walks with HIs Sheep A Good Shepherd Comforts His Sheep A Good Shepherd Protects His Sheep A Good Shepherd Blesses His Sheep A Good Shepherd Prepares His Sheep for Eternity Because Jesus Christ is our shepherd and your shepherd, it is my conviction that this church shall not want.
Song of Response:
“Doxology”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 15, 2022: “The Characteristics of a Good Shepherd”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 40:10-31
Songs of Praise:
“Blessed Be Your Name”
“Holy Spirit”
“Leaning On The Everlasting Arms”
“Oceans (Where Feet My Fail)”
Message: “The Characteristics of a Good Shepherd”
~ John 10:1-15
Three Types of Shepherds
The Thief The Hireling The Good Shepherd Psalm 23:1-6 A Good Shepherd Feeds His Sheep A Good Shepherd Leads His Sheep A Good Shepherd Restores His Sheep A Good Shepherd Guides His Sheep in the Right Direction A Good Shepherd Walks with HIs Sheep A Good Shepherd Comforts His Sheep A Good Shepherd Protects His Sheep A Good Shepherd Blesses His Sheep A Good Shepherd Prepares His Sheep for Eternity Because Jesus Christ is our shepherd and your shepherd, it is my conviction that this church shall not want.
Song of Response:
“Doxology”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 8, 2022: “Women’s Ministry: Becoming A Homemaker”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 14:1
Songs of Praise:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”
“Blessed Assurance”
“The Power of Your Love”
“One Thing Remains”
Message: “Women’s Ministry: Becoming A Homemaker”
~ Titus 2:1-5
Submission Ephesians 5:22 Love How can a mother teach her children about love? By the way she loves Jesus Christ. By the way she loves her husband. By the way she loves other people. Discipline Are You Passing On the Baton?
Song of Response:
“I Give You My Heart”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 8, 2022: “Women’s Ministry: Becoming A Homemaker”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 14:1
Songs of Praise:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”
“Blessed Assurance”
“The Power of Your Love”
“One Thing Remains”
Message: “Women’s Ministry: Becoming A Homemaker”
~ Titus 2:1-5
Submission Ephesians 5:22 Love How can a mother teach her children about love? By the way she loves Jesus Christ. By the way she loves her husband. By the way she loves other people. Discipline Are You Passing On the Baton?
Song of Response:
“I Give You My Heart”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 1, 2022: “Turning From The Darkness To The Light”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 139:1-14
Songs of Praise:
“Here I Am To Worship”
“Be Thou My Vision”
“The Solid Rock”
“You Never Let Go”
Message: “Turning From The Darkness To The Light”
~ John 9:1-38
John 8:12
John 9:33
1 Corinthians 1:27
A Man John 9:11 A Prophet John 9:17 A Man of God John 9:24-25 John 9:30-33 Lord and Savior John 9:35-38 John 8:12
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
May 1, 2022: “Turning From The Darkness To The Light”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 139:1-14
Songs of Praise:
“Here I Am To Worship”
“Be Thou My Vision”
“The Solid Rock”
“You Never Let Go”
Message: “Turning From The Darkness To The Light”
~ John 9:1-38
John 8:12
John 9:33
1 Corinthians 1:27
A Man John 9:11 A Prophet John 9:17 A Man of God John 9:24-25 John 9:30-33 Lord and Savior John 9:35-38 John 8:12
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 24, 2022: “A Miracle In The Storm”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 30:1-12
Songs of Praise:
“God of Wonders”
“Awesome God”
“Raise A Hallelujah”
“Amazing Grace”
Message: “A Miracle In The Storm”
~ John 6:15-21; Matthew 14:28-33
The Storm Luke 22:31-32; Hebrews 7:25 The Panic John 14:27; Hebrews 13:5-6; Psalm 118:5-6; Matthew 14:28; Matthew 14:31; Psalm 73:1-2; Psalm 73:17; Hebrews 4:14-16; 1 Corinthians 10:13 No storm is too big for Jesus to handle, just trust him to do the miraculous!
Missions Offering:
“Everlasting God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 24, 2022: “A Miracle In The Storm”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalm 30:1-12
Songs of Praise:
“God of Wonders”
“Awesome God”
“Raise A Hallelujah”
“Amazing Grace”
Message: “A Miracle In The Storm”
~ John 6:15-21; Matthew 14:28-33
The Storm Luke 22:31-32; Hebrews 7:25 The Panic John 14:27; Hebrews 13:5-6; Psalm 118:5-6; Matthew 14:28; Matthew 14:31; Psalm 73:1-2; Psalm 73:17; Hebrews 4:14-16; 1 Corinthians 10:13 No storm is too big for Jesus to handle, just trust him to do the miraculous!
Missions Offering:
“Everlasting God”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 17, 2022: “Living the Resurrected Life”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Matthew 28:1-9
Songs of Praise:
“Come People of the Risen King”
“Christ The Lord Is Risen Today”
“Christ Is Risen”
Message: “Living the Resurrected Life”
~ John 11:1-44
God is not at the beckoning call of anyone. Jesus does not do a miracles just to do a miracle. For those who patiently wait for him, he will prepare us for even greater things. John 11:25-27, 40 Seven Principles of Living the Resurrected Life. There Is Death There is Decay The Progressive Corruption of Sin Jarius’ Daughter Represents the Corruption of a Child. The Widow of Nain’s Son Represents Youth. Lazarus Demonstrated the Full Corruption of Sin. There is a Resurrection from Death to a New Life John 1:1-3 There is a Setting Free From What Binds Us Up. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Colossians 3:5-10, 12-16 Our Lives Become Witnesses to Others. John 12:9 We Face Persecution. We Enjoyed a Continual Fellowship with Christ. John 12:1-2 Living the resurrected life begins with an acknowledgement of our spiritual condition. We are dead. It is also an acknowledgement that our lives are corrupt and decaying. In other words, life is not getting better but worse. Living the resurrected life means hearing the word of Jesus Christ, responding to HIs word, rising out of our old lives of death and decay, and thus, walking in a new life unbounded by the past. Living the resurrected life means that our lives reflect the light of Jesus Christ demonstrating to those around us that there is a better way of living. Living the resurrected life means we will be challenged by the powers of hell whose goal is to draw us back into that life of death, darkness, and decay. Living the resurrected life means enjoying a continual fellowship with Jesus Christ, which we will enjoy now and for all eternity. Galatians 2:20 What kind of life are you living?
Invitation/Closing Song:
“Graves Into Gardens”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 17, 2022: “Living the Resurrected Life”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Matthew 28:1-9
Songs of Praise:
“Come People of the Risen King”
“Christ The Lord Is Risen Today”
“Christ Is Risen”
Message: “Living the Resurrected Life”
~ John 11:1-44
God is not at the beckoning call of anyone. Jesus does not do a miracles just to do a miracle. For those who patiently wait for him, he will prepare us for even greater things. John 11:25-27, 40 Seven Principles of Living the Resurrected Life. There Is Death There is Decay The Progressive Corruption of Sin Jarius’ Daughter Represents the Corruption of a Child. The Widow of Nain’s Son Represents Youth. Lazarus Demonstrated the Full Corruption of Sin. There is a Resurrection from Death to a New Life John 1:1-3 There is a Setting Free From What Binds Us Up. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Colossians 3:5-10, 12-16 Our Lives Become Witnesses to Others. John 12:9 We Face Persecution. We Enjoyed a Continual Fellowship with Christ. John 12:1-2 Living the resurrected life begins with an acknowledgement of our spiritual condition. We are dead. It is also an acknowledgement that our lives are corrupt and decaying. In other words, life is not getting better but worse. Living the resurrected life means hearing the word of Jesus Christ, responding to HIs word, rising out of our old lives of death and decay, and thus, walking in a new life unbounded by the past. Living the resurrected life means that our lives reflect the light of Jesus Christ demonstrating to those around us that there is a better way of living. Living the resurrected life means we will be challenged by the powers of hell whose goal is to draw us back into that life of death, darkness, and decay. Living the resurrected life means enjoying a continual fellowship with Jesus Christ, which we will enjoy now and for all eternity. Galatians 2:20 What kind of life are you living?
Invitation/Closing Song:
“Graves Into Gardens”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 10, 2022: “Hungry? Try Some Jesus Food!”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Zechariah 9:9-10
Songs of Praise:
“Hosanna (Praise Is Rising)”
“Let Everything That Has Breath”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Hungry? Try Some Jesus Food!”
~ John 6:1-14
The Bread Matthew 5:6; John 4:14; John 6:51; 1 Corinthians 11:23-24 The Believers Matthew 28:18-20 “If you’re hungry, try some Jesus food.” John 6:35 Invitation/Closing Song:
“At The Cross”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 10, 2022: “Hungry? Try Some Jesus Food!”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Zechariah 9:9-10
Songs of Praise:
“Hosanna (Praise Is Rising)”
“Let Everything That Has Breath”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Hungry? Try Some Jesus Food!”
~ John 6:1-14
The Bread Matthew 5:6; John 4:14; John 6:51; 1 Corinthians 11:23-24 The Believers Matthew 28:18-20 “If you’re hungry, try some Jesus food.” John 6:35 Invitation/Closing Song:
“At The Cross”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
April 2, 2022: “Do You Trust Him?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 3:1-6
Songs of Praise:
“Indescribable”
“Jesus Messiah”
“Jesus Paid It All”
Message: “Do You Trust Him?”
~ Genesis 22:1-14 (ESV)
Do You Trust Him? Blessings begin with a simple response (vs. 1-2) Make room for God to show up (vs. 3-4) Speak the promises of God over and into your situation (vs. 5-8) Speak and move in the direction of the unknown (vs. 9-10) The language of God is faith (vs. 11-14)
Do You Trust Him? Genesis 22:15-18 (ESV) God blesses those who follow Him in faith (vs. 15-18
Invitation/Closing Song:
“Just As I Am”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Chris Searles)
April 2, 2022: “Do You Trust Him?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 3:1-6
Songs of Praise:
“Indescribable”
“Jesus Messiah”
“Jesus Paid It All”
Message: “Do You Trust Him?”
~ Genesis 22:1-14 (ESV)
Do You Trust Him? Blessings begin with a simple response (vs. 1-2) Make room for God to show up (vs. 3-4) Speak the promises of God over and into your situation (vs. 5-8) Speak and move in the direction of the unknown (vs. 9-10) The language of God is faith (vs. 11-14)
Do You Trust Him? Genesis 22:15-18 (ESV) God blesses those who follow Him in faith (vs. 15-18
Invitation/Closing Song:
“Just As I Am”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Chris Searles)
March 20, 2022: “The Prodigal’s Father”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Romans 12
Songs of Praise:
“Breathe On Me Breath of God”
“Build My Life”
“Broken Vessels”
Message: “The Prodigal’s Father”
~ Luke 15:11-32
The father gave his son what he asked for Luke 15:12 The father waited The father watched Luke 15:20 The father welcomed The father dressed him Luke 15:22 The father celebrated Luke 15:23
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Jeff Testerman)
March 20, 2022: “The Prodigal’s Father”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Romans 12
Songs of Praise:
“Breathe On Me Breath of God”
“Build My Life”
“Broken Vessels”
Message: “The Prodigal’s Father”
~ Luke 15:11-32
The father gave his son what he asked for Luke 15:12 The father waited The father watched Luke 15:20 The father welcomed The father dressed him Luke 15:22 The father celebrated Luke 15:23
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Jeff Testerman)
March 13, 2022: “What Happens When Jesus Stirs Up A Swimming Pool?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Kings 5:1-15
Songs of Praise:
“God Is So Good”
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”
“Chain Breaker”
Message: “What Happens When Jesus Stirs Up A Swimming Pool?”
~ John 5:1-16
The Place John 5:3 The Phenomena Genesis 3:14-19 The First Encounter The Conflict The Complaint John 5:10-13 The Second Encounter John 5:14-15 Hebrews 6:4-6 Matthew 10:32-33 The So What? Jesus wants us to see there is still a multitude of helpless, hopeless people who are waiting for a solution to their problems. Jesus wants us to use these buildings we call churches as places of rest, refreshment, learning, prayer, and worship. Jesus does not want us to use this building as a shield from the world. We are not to make churches into fortresses of iron clad self-will. Churches are not to be hiding places to cover our sins. Jesus wants us as his followers to be channels of His mercy and grace. Jesus desires to work his miraculous power through us, so sinners will be more than healed physically, but transformed for eternity. Jesus desires us to help the helpless. What happens When Jesus stirs up the swimming pool? The Miraculous!
Invitation Song: “Come As You Are”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 13, 2022: “What Happens When Jesus Stirs Up A Swimming Pool?”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Kings 5:1-15
Songs of Praise:
“God Is So Good”
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)”
“Chain Breaker”
Message: “What Happens When Jesus Stirs Up A Swimming Pool?”
~ John 5:1-16
The Place John 5:3 The Phenomena Genesis 3:14-19 The First Encounter The Conflict The Complaint John 5:10-13 The Second Encounter John 5:14-15 Hebrews 6:4-6 Matthew 10:32-33 The So What? Jesus wants us to see there is still a multitude of helpless, hopeless people who are waiting for a solution to their problems. Jesus wants us to use these buildings we call churches as places of rest, refreshment, learning, prayer, and worship. Jesus does not want us to use this building as a shield from the world. We are not to make churches into fortresses of iron clad self-will. Churches are not to be hiding places to cover our sins. Jesus wants us as his followers to be channels of His mercy and grace. Jesus desires to work his miraculous power through us, so sinners will be more than healed physically, but transformed for eternity. Jesus desires us to help the helpless. What happens When Jesus stirs up the swimming pool? The Miraculous!
Invitation Song: “Come As You Are”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 6, 2022: “The Miracle of Saving Faith”
Opening Song:
“Here I Am To Worship”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Genesis 6:1-8, 22
Song:
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “The Miracle of Saving Faith”
~ John 4:46-54
There Was a Need There Was a Searching Desire Matthew 11:28-30 Psalm 55:22 1 Peter 5:6-7 Hebrews 4:15-18 Psalm 34:8 There Was a Step of Faith The Miracle There Was a New Level of Faith
Pre-Baptismal Song: “Are You Washed In The Blood”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
March 6, 2022: “The Miracle of Saving Faith”
Opening Song:
“Here I Am To Worship”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Genesis 6:1-8, 22
Song:
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “The Miracle of Saving Faith”
~ John 4:46-54
There Was a Need There Was a Searching Desire Matthew 11:28-30 Psalm 55:22 1 Peter 5:6-7 Hebrews 4:15-18 Psalm 34:8 There Was a Step of Faith The Miracle There Was a New Level of Faith
Pre-Baptismal Song: “Are You Washed In The Blood”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 20, 2022: “What Happens When The Wine Runs Out”
Opening Song:
“I Stand Amazed”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 3:1-10
Song:
“Indescribable”
“Migthy To Save”
“O The Blood”
Message: “What Happens When The Wine Runs Out”
~ John 2:1-11
I Am the Bread of Life I Am the Light of the World I Am the Door of the Sheep I Am the Good Shepherd I Am the Resurrection and the Life I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life I Am the True Vine
John 2:1-11
The Miracle of Salvation The Thirsty Crowd John 4:13-14 Isaiah 55;1 Revelation 22:17 Matthew 5:6 Empty Waterpots Filled Waterpots John 17:17 Ephesians 5:26 Titus 3:5-6 Water Becomes Wine 1 Peter 1:8 The Miracle of Serving Christ Amos 3:7 John 15:15
Song: “Broken Vessels”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 20, 2022: “What Happens When The Wine Runs Out”
Opening Song:
“I Stand Amazed”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 3:1-10
Song:
“Indescribable”
“Migthy To Save”
“O The Blood”
Message: “What Happens When The Wine Runs Out”
~ John 2:1-11
I Am the Bread of Life I Am the Light of the World I Am the Door of the Sheep I Am the Good Shepherd I Am the Resurrection and the Life I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life I Am the True Vine
John 2:1-11
The Miracle of Salvation The Thirsty Crowd John 4:13-14 Isaiah 55;1 Revelation 22:17 Matthew 5:6 Empty Waterpots Filled Waterpots John 17:17 Ephesians 5:26 Titus 3:5-6 Water Becomes Wine 1 Peter 1:8 The Miracle of Serving Christ Amos 3:7 John 15:15
Song: “Broken Vessels”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 13 2022: “Something Old, Something New”
Opening Song:
“Victory In Jesus”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 43:16-21
Song:
“Who You Say I Am”
Message: “Something Old, Something New”
~ Matthew 9:9-17
“Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?”
“Why do we and the Pharisees fast often, but Your disciples do not fast?”
Jesus is a Physician Who Came For Those Who Are Sickened by Sin Isaiah 1:5-6 Jeremiah 17:9 Romans 6:23 Romans 3:10 Jesus is the Bridegroom Who Came to Bring Joy. Matthew 9:15 Jesus is a Transformer Who Changes Lives. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Romans 6:4 Colossians 3:9-10 “Follow Me”
Song of Praise:
“See A Victory”
“Surrounded”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 13 2022: “Something Old, Something New”
Opening Song:
“Victory In Jesus”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 43:16-21
Song:
“Who You Say I Am”
Message: “Something Old, Something New”
~ Matthew 9:9-17
“Why does your Teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?”
“Why do we and the Pharisees fast often, but Your disciples do not fast?”
Jesus is a Physician Who Came For Those Who Are Sickened by Sin Isaiah 1:5-6 Jeremiah 17:9 Romans 6:23 Romans 3:10 Jesus is the Bridegroom Who Came to Bring Joy. Matthew 9:15 Jesus is a Transformer Who Changes Lives. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Romans 6:4 Colossians 3:9-10 “Follow Me”
Song of Praise:
“See A Victory”
“Surrounded”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 6 2022: “No Community Without Unity”
Opening Songs:
“God of Wonders”
“Agnus Dei”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalms 133
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit”
“Break Every Chain”
Message: “No Community Without Unity”
~ Luke 5:4-7
What is a Community? A unified body of individuals. What does Unity Mean? Unity is the quality or state of not being multiple, oneness. A community is a group of individuals who are joined together as one. COMM - UNITY Genesis 3:23-24 Acts 2:37-47 It Takes the Transforming Power of the Holy Spirit It Takes the Transforming Power of the Word of God John 8:31 It Takes the Transforming Power of Jesus’ Love Colossians 3:12-4 It Takes the Transforming Power of Prayer It Takes the Transforming Power of Worship Acts 4:26-47 Ephesians 4:1-6 There Can Be No Community Without Unity!
Communion Song:
“Come To The Altar”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
February 6 2022: “No Community Without Unity”
Opening Songs:
“God of Wonders”
“Agnus Dei”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Psalms 133
Songs of Praise:
“Holy Spirit”
“Break Every Chain”
Message: “No Community Without Unity”
~ Luke 5:4-7
What is a Community? A unified body of individuals. What does Unity Mean? Unity is the quality or state of not being multiple, oneness. A community is a group of individuals who are joined together as one. COMM - UNITY Genesis 3:23-24 Acts 2:37-47 It Takes the Transforming Power of the Holy Spirit It Takes the Transforming Power of the Word of God John 8:31 It Takes the Transforming Power of Jesus’ Love Colossians 3:12-4 It Takes the Transforming Power of Prayer It Takes the Transforming Power of Worship Acts 4:26-47 Ephesians 4:1-6 There Can Be No Community Without Unity!
Communion Song:
“Come To The Altar”
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 30, 2022: “There Is No “I” In Team”
Opening Songs:
“All Hail The Power”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Numbers 11:24-29
Songs of Praise:
“Blessed Be Your Name”
“Your Great Name”
“What A Beautiful Name”
Message: “There Is No “I” In Team”
~ Ephesians 4:1-13
Four Sessions to Learn from How Geese Fly
Those in front rotate their leadership. By flying as they do, the members of the flock create an upward air current for one another. When one goose gets sick or wounded, two fall out of formation with it and follow it down to help and protect it. The geese in the rear of the formation are the one who do the honking.
Ephesians 2:14-18
Matthew 9:35-38
A Team works TOGETHER using all of its available resources.
A team utilizes EVERYONE to accomplish its mission.
A team composed of all of its members can ACHIEVE MORE.
Together
Everyone
Achieves
More
Ephesians 4:11-13
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 30, 2022: “There Is No “I” In Team”
Opening Songs:
“All Hail The Power”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Numbers 11:24-29
Songs of Praise:
“Blessed Be Your Name”
“Your Great Name”
“What A Beautiful Name”
Message: “There Is No “I” In Team”
~ Ephesians 4:1-13
Four Sessions to Learn from How Geese Fly
Those in front rotate their leadership. By flying as they do, the members of the flock create an upward air current for one another. When one goose gets sick or wounded, two fall out of formation with it and follow it down to help and protect it. The geese in the rear of the formation are the one who do the honking.
Ephesians 2:14-18
Matthew 9:35-38
A Team works TOGETHER using all of its available resources.
A team utilizes EVERYONE to accomplish its mission.
A team composed of all of its members can ACHIEVE MORE.
Together
Everyone
Achieves
More
Ephesians 4:11-13
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
Join Pastor Elvin as he give us a word from God this Sunday morning!
Ezekiel 22: 23-31
10 things to help strengthen/rebuild the spiritual wall:
- Faith
- Hope
- Love
- Holiness
- Righteousness
- Prayer
- Compassion
- Justice
- Truth
- Unity
Join Pastor Elvin as he give us a word from God this Sunday morning!
Ezekiel 22: 23-31
10 things to help strengthen/rebuild the spiritual wall:
- Faith
- Hope
- Love
- Holiness
- Righteousness
- Prayer
- Compassion
- Justice
- Truth
- Unity
January 16, 2022: “Where Do We Go From Here?”
Opening Songs:
“Open Up The Heavens”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Joshua 24:14-15
Songs of Praise:
“Raise A Hallelujah”
“Reckless Love”
“The Power of Your Love”
Message: “Where Do We Go From Here?”
~ John 6:66-71 (NLT)
Where Do We Go From Here? You Can Turn Away Physical Appetites John 6:26-27 Hebrews 12:1-3 Religion John 6:30-31 Reality John 6:60 Romans 12:1-2 Stand Still You Can Keep On Going John 6:67-68 Philippians 3:12-14 Where Will You Go From Here?
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 16, 2022: “Where Do We Go From Here?”
Opening Songs:
“Open Up The Heavens”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Joshua 24:14-15
Songs of Praise:
“Raise A Hallelujah”
“Reckless Love”
“The Power of Your Love”
Message: “Where Do We Go From Here?”
~ John 6:66-71 (NLT)
Where Do We Go From Here? You Can Turn Away Physical Appetites John 6:26-27 Hebrews 12:1-3 Religion John 6:30-31 Reality John 6:60 Romans 12:1-2 Stand Still You Can Keep On Going John 6:67-68 Philippians 3:12-14 Where Will You Go From Here?
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 9, 2022: “The Necessity of Change”
Opening Songs:
“Worthy Of It All”
Words from the Word: (NLT)
Philippians 3:1-11
Songs of Praise:
“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”
“Who You Say I Am”
“You Never Let Go”
Message: “The Necessity of Change”
~ 2 Kings 7:1-20 (NLT)
Where Do We Go From Here? CHANGE “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always gotten.” What needs to change? C - Center of Focus 2 Kings 7:9 H - How We Do Things 2 Kings 7:3-4 A - Attitude Mindset N - Name Identity. Who we are as a church. G - God You can’t change God. We have to change our perspective about God. E - Exchange Take out something and put it in its place.
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 9, 2022: “The Necessity of Change”
Opening Songs:
“Worthy Of It All”
Words from the Word: (NLT)
Philippians 3:1-11
Songs of Praise:
“What A Friend We Have In Jesus”
“Who You Say I Am”
“You Never Let Go”
Message: “The Necessity of Change”
~ 2 Kings 7:1-20 (NLT)
Where Do We Go From Here? CHANGE “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always gotten.” What needs to change? C - Center of Focus 2 Kings 7:9 H - How We Do Things 2 Kings 7:3-4 A - Attitude Mindset N - Name Identity. Who we are as a church. G - God You can’t change God. We have to change our perspective about God. E - Exchange Take out something and put it in its place.
(Scriptures, points, and notes by Pastor Elvin Butts)
January 2, 2022: “Unfulfilled Expectations” - Speaker Rev. Chris Searles
Opening Songs:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”
“Blessed Assurance”
Words from the Word: (NLT)
Isaiah 43:1-4; 18-19
Songs of Praise:
“Cornerstone”
“Draw Me Close”
Message: “Unfulfilled Expectations”
~ John 5:1-11 (ESV)
Unfulfilled // not carried out or brought to completion Expectation // a strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future Unfulfilled Expectation // that what was promised, hoped for, or needed has not happened yet
Our natural expectations reveal what God is trying to show us supernaturally Expectations are my responsibility and not someone else’s Expectations are not bad - they just need to be measured
// According to Scripture // // Realistic of yourself and others // //Healthy vs. Unhealthy //
Jesus didn’t die in the natural to keep us in the natural - he died so we could operate in the supernatural God is not bound or limited by our expectations but our expectations of him can limit what we receive from him
January 2, 2022: “Unfulfilled Expectations” - Speaker Rev. Chris Searles
Opening Songs:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”
“Blessed Assurance”
Words from the Word: (NLT)
Isaiah 43:1-4; 18-19
Songs of Praise:
“Cornerstone”
“Draw Me Close”
Message: “Unfulfilled Expectations”
~ John 5:1-11 (ESV)
Unfulfilled // not carried out or brought to completion Expectation // a strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future Unfulfilled Expectation // that what was promised, hoped for, or needed has not happened yet
Our natural expectations reveal what God is trying to show us supernaturally Expectations are my responsibility and not someone else’s Expectations are not bad - they just need to be measured
// According to Scripture // // Realistic of yourself and others // //Healthy vs. Unhealthy //
Jesus didn’t die in the natural to keep us in the natural - he died so we could operate in the supernatural God is not bound or limited by our expectations but our expectations of him can limit what we receive from him
December 26, 2021: “The Gifts of the Wise Men”
Opening Songs: “Joy To The World”
Words from the Word: (NKJV) John 1:1-14
Missions Offering Song: “O Come All Ye Faithful”
Songs of Praise: “Hark The Herald Angels Sing” “We Three Kings”
Message: “The Gifts of the Wise Men” ~ Matthew 2:1-12
Myth #1: They Were Kings Myth #2: There Were Three of Them Myth #3: Tradition Gives Us the Place of Their Origin Myth #4: The Time of Their Arrival Gold is a Gift for a King Frankincense is a Gift for a High Priest Myrrh is the Gift for One Who is to Die Matthew 2:2
Communion Song: “The First Noel”
Communion Response: “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 26, 2021: “The Gifts of the Wise Men”
Opening Songs: “Joy To The World”
Words from the Word: (NKJV) John 1:1-14
Missions Offering Song: “O Come All Ye Faithful”
Songs of Praise: “Hark The Herald Angels Sing” “We Three Kings”
Message: “The Gifts of the Wise Men” ~ Matthew 2:1-12
Myth #1: They Were Kings Myth #2: There Were Three of Them Myth #3: Tradition Gives Us the Place of Their Origin Myth #4: The Time of Their Arrival Gold is a Gift for a King Frankincense is a Gift for a High Priest Myrrh is the Gift for One Who is to Die Matthew 2:2
Communion Song: “The First Noel”
Communion Response: “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 19, 2021: “God’s Indescribable Gift”
Opening Songs:
“Indescribable”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 9:6; 2 Thessalonians 3:16
Songs of Praise:
“When I Think Upon Christmas”
“Light Of The World”
“What Made The Baby Cry”
“O, Holy Night”
“Go Tell It On The Mountain”
Message: “God’s Indescribable Gift”
~ 2 Corinthians 9:15 (KJV); (NKJV); (NLT)
God’s Gift Is A Gift Of Love John 3:16 1 John 4:9-10 God’s Gift Is A Gift of Grace Romans 5:5-8 God’s Gift Is A Gift Of Mercy Ephesians 2:1-5 God’s Gift Is Enduring Hebrews 9:7 Hebrews 9:12 God’s Gift Is So Costly That It Can Only Be Given Away Romans 6:23 God’s Gift Is Life Changing 2 Corinthians 5:17-18 Have You Received God’s Indescribable Gift?
Altar Song:
“I Give You My Heart”
May the gift of hope make you steady in troublesome times.
May the gift of faith open your eyes to new possibilities.
May the gift of joy turn your mourning into laughter and despair into delight.
May the gift of peace calm your soul, strengthen your mind, and guard your heart.
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 19, 2021: “God’s Indescribable Gift”
Opening Songs:
“Indescribable”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 9:6; 2 Thessalonians 3:16
Songs of Praise:
“When I Think Upon Christmas”
“Light Of The World”
“What Made The Baby Cry”
“O, Holy Night”
“Go Tell It On The Mountain”
Message: “God’s Indescribable Gift”
~ 2 Corinthians 9:15 (KJV); (NKJV); (NLT)
God’s Gift Is A Gift Of Love John 3:16 1 John 4:9-10 God’s Gift Is A Gift of Grace Romans 5:5-8 God’s Gift Is A Gift Of Mercy Ephesians 2:1-5 God’s Gift Is Enduring Hebrews 9:7 Hebrews 9:12 God’s Gift Is So Costly That It Can Only Be Given Away Romans 6:23 God’s Gift Is Life Changing 2 Corinthians 5:17-18 Have You Received God’s Indescribable Gift?
Altar Song:
“I Give You My Heart”
May the gift of hope make you steady in troublesome times.
May the gift of faith open your eyes to new possibilities.
May the gift of joy turn your mourning into laughter and despair into delight.
May the gift of peace calm your soul, strengthen your mind, and guard your heart.
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
December 12, 2021: Message from Dr. Marty Tew
Opening Songs:
“Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee”
“Joy To The World”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 35:1-6
Praise and Worship Songs:
“I Stand Amazed”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Lessons In Stone”
~ God’s Peace
- Isaiah 26:3
~ God’s Guidance
- Proverbs 4:18
~ Finish Well
- I Thessalonians 1:3
December 12, 2021: Message from Dr. Marty Tew
Opening Songs:
“Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee”
“Joy To The World”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Isaiah 35:1-6
Praise and Worship Songs:
“I Stand Amazed”
“Great Are You Lord”
Message: “Lessons In Stone”
~ God’s Peace
- Isaiah 26:3
~ God’s Guidance
- Proverbs 4:18
~ Finish Well
- I Thessalonians 1:3
December 5, 2021: Message from Rev. Randy Barker
Opening Songs:
“O Little Town of Bethlehem”
“O Come All Ye Faithful”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Peter 3:8-14
Praise and Worship Songs:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”
“Cornerstone”
Message: “The Shepherds”
~ Luke 2:8-20
(2 Peter 3:8–14, NKJV) “But, beloved, do not forget this one thing, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up. Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be dissolved, being on fire, and the elements will melt with fervent heat? Nevertheless we, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. Therefore, beloved, looking forward to these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and blameless;”
December 5, 2021: Message from Rev. Randy Barker
Opening Songs:
“O Little Town of Bethlehem”
“O Come All Ye Faithful”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
2 Peter 3:8-14
Praise and Worship Songs:
“Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus”
“Cornerstone”
Message: “The Shepherds”
~ Luke 2:8-20
(2 Peter 3:8–14, NKJV) “But, beloved, do not forget this one thing, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up. Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be dissolved, being on fire, and the elements will melt with fervent heat? Nevertheless we, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. Therefore, beloved, looking forward to these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and blameless;”
Words from the Word
(Isaiah 55:10–13, NKJV) ““For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, And do not return there, But water the earth, And make it bring forth and bud, That it may give seed to the sower And bread to the eater, So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, But it shall accomplish what I please, And it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it. “For you shall go out with joy, And be led out with peace; The mountains and the hills Shall break forth into singing before you, And all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. Instead of the thorn shall come up the cypress tree, And instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle tree; And it shall be to the Lord for a name, For an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.””
Words from the Word
(Isaiah 55:10–13, NKJV) ““For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, And do not return there, But water the earth, And make it bring forth and bud, That it may give seed to the sower And bread to the eater, So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, But it shall accomplish what I please, And it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it. “For you shall go out with joy, And be led out with peace; The mountains and the hills Shall break forth into singing before you, And all the trees of the field shall clap their hands. Instead of the thorn shall come up the cypress tree, And instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle tree; And it shall be to the Lord for a name, For an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.””
Words from the Word
(1 Corinthians 10:25–33, NKJV) “Eat whatever is sold in the meat market, asking no questions for conscience’ sake; for “the earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness.” If any of those who do not believe invites you to dinner, and you desire to go, eat whatever is set before you, asking no question for conscience’ sake. But if anyone says to you, “This was offered to idols,” do not eat it for the sake of the one who told you, and for conscience’ sake; for “the earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness.” “Conscience,” I say, not your own, but that of the other. For why is my liberty judged by another man’s conscience? But if I partake with thanks, why am I evil spoken of for the food over which I give thanks? Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. Give no offense, either to the Jews or to the Greeks or to the church of God, just as I also please all men in all things, not seeking my own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved.”
November 21, 2021: “4 Lessons To Learn About Thanksgiving”
Opening Songs:
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
“Power In The Blood”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
1 Corinthians.10:25-33
Praise and Worship Songs:
“Victor’s Crown”
“Waymaker”
Message: “4 Lessons To Learn About Thanksgiving”
~ Psalm 30:1-12; 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Lesson #1 God Can Use You in Tough Times to Witness to Unbelievers Lesson #2 The Tough Times Do Not Last Forever Psalm 30:5 Lesson #3 Don’t Get Too Comfortable Psalm 30:6 Lesson #4 Don’t Be Silent When God Turns Your Tough Times into Good Times “In Everything Give Thanks!”
Altar Song:
“Give Thanks”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
Words from the Word
(1 Corinthians 10:25–33, NKJV) “Eat whatever is sold in the meat market, asking no questions for conscience’ sake; for “the earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness.” If any of those who do not believe invites you to dinner, and you desire to go, eat whatever is set before you, asking no question for conscience’ sake. But if anyone says to you, “This was offered to idols,” do not eat it for the sake of the one who told you, and for conscience’ sake; for “the earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness.” “Conscience,” I say, not your own, but that of the other. For why is my liberty judged by another man’s conscience? But if I partake with thanks, why am I evil spoken of for the food over which I give thanks? Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. Give no offense, either to the Jews or to the Greeks or to the church of God, just as I also please all men in all things, not seeking my own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved.”
November 21, 2021: “4 Lessons To Learn About Thanksgiving”
Opening Songs:
“Are You Washed In The Blood”
“Power In The Blood”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
1 Corinthians.10:25-33
Praise and Worship Songs:
“Victor’s Crown”
“Waymaker”
Message: “4 Lessons To Learn About Thanksgiving”
~ Psalm 30:1-12; 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Lesson #1 God Can Use You in Tough Times to Witness to Unbelievers Lesson #2 The Tough Times Do Not Last Forever Psalm 30:5 Lesson #3 Don’t Get Too Comfortable Psalm 30:6 Lesson #4 Don’t Be Silent When God Turns Your Tough Times into Good Times “In Everything Give Thanks!”
Altar Song:
“Give Thanks”
(Scriptures and points by Pastor Elvin Butts)
Words from the Word
(Psalm 95, NKJV) “Oh come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms. For the Lord is the great God, And the great King above all gods. In His hand are the deep places of the earth; The heights of the hills are His also. The sea is His, for He made it; And His hands formed the dry land. Oh come, let us worship and bow down; Let us kneel before the Lord our Maker. For He is our God, And we are the people of His pasture, And the sheep of His hand. Today, if you will hear His voice: “Do not harden your hearts, as in the rebellion, As in the day of trial in the wilderness, When your fathers tested Me; They tried Me, though they saw My work. For forty years I was grieved with that generation, And said, ‘It is a people who go astray in their hearts, And they do not know My ways.’ So I swore in My wrath, ‘They shall not enter My rest.’ ””
Words from the Word
(Psalm 95, NKJV) “Oh come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms. For the Lord is the great God, And the great King above all gods. In His hand are the deep places of the earth; The heights of the hills are His also. The sea is His, for He made it; And His hands formed the dry land. Oh come, let us worship and bow down; Let us kneel before the Lord our Maker. For He is our God, And we are the people of His pasture, And the sheep of His hand. Today, if you will hear His voice: “Do not harden your hearts, as in the rebellion, As in the day of trial in the wilderness, When your fathers tested Me; They tried Me, though they saw My work. For forty years I was grieved with that generation, And said, ‘It is a people who go astray in their hearts, And they do not know My ways.’ So I swore in My wrath, ‘They shall not enter My rest.’ ””
Words from the Word
(Proverbs 15:23, NKJV) “A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, And a word spoken in due season, how good it is!”
November 7, 2021: “The Power Of A Word”
Opening Songs:
“Let Everything That Has Breath”
“Shout To The Lord”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 15:23
Praise and Worship Songs:
“Raise A Hallelujah”
“Praise God From Whom All Blessing Flow”
Message: “The Power Of A Word”
~ Hebrews 13:15
The Word of God has the Power to Create Psalm 33:6 Hebrews 11:3 The Word of God is Living and Powerful Hebrews 4:12 The Word of God is the Foundation of Truth Psalm 33:4 The Word of God is Enduring 1 Peter 1:25 The Word of God Produces Faith Romans 10:17 The Word of God Produces the Miraculous Mark 4:39 The Word of God Speaks God’s Promises to Us Hebrews 13:5 The Word of God Speaks the Provisions of God to Us 1 Kings 17:2-4 “What is the “fruit of your lips?” Our Words have the Power to Direct James 3:3-4 Proverbs 15:1 Proverbs 12:22 Proverbs 10:19 Our Words have the Power to Destroy James 3:5-8 Our Words have the Power to Delight James 3:9-12 Proverbs 18:4 Proverbs 10:11 Proverbs 13:14 What Can Our Words Accomplish? Our Words Can Speak Life Our Words Can be Used for Cleansing Our Words Can be Used for Healing, Comforts, Stability, Nourishment, and Beauty James 3:9-10 4 Simple Phrases “I Love You” “I’m Sorry” “I’m Praying for You” “Thank you”
Altar Song:
“Give Thanks”
Words from the Word
(Proverbs 15:23, NKJV) “A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, And a word spoken in due season, how good it is!”
November 7, 2021: “The Power Of A Word”
Opening Songs:
“Let Everything That Has Breath”
“Shout To The Lord”
Words from the Word: (NKJV)
Proverbs 15:23
Praise and Worship Songs:
“Raise A Hallelujah”
“Praise God From Whom All Blessing Flow”
Message: “The Power Of A Word”
~ Hebrews 13:15
The Word of God has the Power to Create Psalm 33:6 Hebrews 11:3 The Word of God is Living and Powerful Hebrews 4:12 The Word of God is the Foundation of Truth Psalm 33:4 The Word of God is Enduring 1 Peter 1:25 The Word of God Produces Faith Romans 10:17 The Word of God Produces the Miraculous Mark 4:39 The Word of God Speaks God’s Promises to Us Hebrews 13:5 The Word of God Speaks the Provisions of God to Us 1 Kings 17:2-4 “What is the “fruit of your lips?” Our Words have the Power to Direct James 3:3-4 Proverbs 15:1 Proverbs 12:22 Proverbs 10:19 Our Words have the Power to Destroy James 3:5-8 Our Words have the Power to Delight James 3:9-12 Proverbs 18:4 Proverbs 10:11 Proverbs 13:14 What Can Our Words Accomplish? Our Words Can Speak Life Our Words Can be Used for Cleansing Our Words Can be Used for Healing, Comforts, Stability, Nourishment, and Beauty James 3:9-10 4 Simple Phrases “I Love You” “I’m Sorry” “I’m Praying for You” “Thank you”
Altar Song:
“Give Thanks”