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7 God ravaged the Philistines with a plague1 Samuel 5:8 - 12 The Philistines kept moving the Ark to different places, but the plague came to wherever they moved the ArkPhilippians 2:9 – 11 Every knee shall bowMalachi 4:1 - 3
4 Israel decides to get the Ark of the Covenant because it will defeat the Philistines1 Samuel 4:5 – 8 Israel shouts when the Ark arrives and the shout causes the Philistines to become fearful1 Samuel 4:9 – 11 The Philistines regain their courage, fight and defeat Israel. They capture the Ark and both Eli’s sons die1 Samuel 4:12 – 18 Eli hears the report of the capture of the Ark and the death of his sons, he falls back and dies of a broken neck
3 Eli’s eyesight was decreasing. Samuel sleeps in the temple1 Samuel 3:4 – 9 The Lord calls Samuel, but not knowing it’s God, goes to Eli in response to the call. After the third time Eli tells him it is the Lord calling and tells him what to say1 Samuel 3:10 – 14 The Lord stans and tells Samuel what He is going to do with Eli and his household1 Samuel 3:15 – 18 Samuel doesn’t want to tell Eli what the Lord said, but Eli compels him to1 Samuel 3:19 - 21 Samuel continued to grow, the Lord was with him and all Israel knew that Samuel was confirmed as a prophet
19 Samuel ministered before the Lord in linen clothing made by his mother1 Sameul 2:20 Eli blessed Samuel’s parents because of their dedication to the Lord1 Samuel 2:21 Hannah has 5 more children1 Samuel 2:22 – 25 Eli hearing his sons misconduct tells them to stop but does not act1 Samuel 2:26 Samuel grows in stature and in favor with the Lord and men1 Samuel 2:27 – 36 The Lord judges Eli and his house and gives him a sign when the judgment will take place
18 Eli says may the Lord grant your prayer and Hannah leaves no longer sad1 Samuel 1:19 – 23 God grants Hannah’s prayer and has a son1 Samuel 1:24 – 28 Hannah fulfills her vow1 Samuel 2:1 – 5 Hannah prayer is full of praise to God
26 Husbands are to love their wives as Christ loved the church1 John 4:7 Love is from God1 Peter 4:8 Love covers a multitude of sins1 Corinthians 13: 1 – 13 Love defined
20 What the size of a mustard seed can faith doLuke 7:40 – 50 Saving faithRomans 5:1 Justified by faith2 Corinthians 5:6– 9 We walk by faithGalatians 2:20 We live by faith in ChristHabakkuk 2:4 The righteous lives by his faithMark 9:14 – 24 Help by unbeliefRomans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing the word of GodJude (1) 17 – 21 Build up your most holy faith
15 If you don’t God. Does not forgive youLuke 23:34 Jesus prays for those who are crucifying Him and they have not even asked for forgiveness
25 Lasts forever1 Peter 2:1 – 3 Long for itPsalm 119:9 -19 Helps to keep it and never forget itPsalm 119:105 It is a light to our wayRomans 15:4 Gives hope and encouragementHebrews 1:1 – 3 God spoke through Jesus who is God
Anxiety is one of the most common struggles people face, but God gives us a better answer than simply masking it or coping with it. Peace is not the temporary peace the world offers, but the peace Jesus gives.Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you.” His peace is not based on perfect circumstances, personal control, or the absence of trouble. It is rooted in who He is and what He has done.Peace is not merely a feeling. It is a gift from Christ, a fruit of the Spirit, and the result of being reconciled to God. Whatever circumstance you are facing, the Lord of peace is able to grant you peace continually.Sermon NotesJohn 14:27 Jesus gives us His peacePhilippians 4:6 – 9 Prayer rather than be anxious and God’s peace surpasses all comprehension. Also dwell on positive things1 Peter 5:7Galatians 5:222 Thessalonians 3:16 Cast your cares on Jesus, He cares for you Peace is a fruit of the Spirit The Lord can grant peace in every circumstanceEphesians 2:14 - 18 Jesus is our peace and He stops division by reconciling us to GodColossians 1:19 – 22 Jesus by the cross reconciled and made peace for usIsaiah 1:9 Jesus is the Prince of Peace
9 We have a holy calling according to His purposeRomans 11:29 His calling is irrevocable
2 Because of God’s great love we are called and are children of God2 Thessalonians 2:16 God loved us and has given us eternal comfort and good hopeJohn 3:16 God’s love does not distinguish our geneticsRomans 3:5 God’s love does not depend on changing first
blameless, redemption, made known the mystery of His will, an inheritance, and seal by the Holy Spirit as a pledge as God’s own possessionMatthew 5:3 – 12 Character and Circumstance blessings – the kingdom of heaven, comfort, inheriting the earth, to be satisfied, receive mercy, seeing God, called sons of God, the kingdom of heaven and great reward
Balaam could not curse the people of God, but he still found a way to profit. In this message, the story moves from Numbers 25 back to Numbers 31 to reveal the tragic truth: Israel’s fall into idolatry and sexual immorality did not happen by accident. It came through Balaam’s counsel and evil advice designed to bring God’s people into sin when open opposition had failed. What Balaam could not accomplish by cursing, he tried to accomplish by compromise.This sermon also draws a direct line from Balaam to Solomon and then to Jesus’ warning in Revelation 2:14. The message is clear: love God first, guard your heart, do not let relationships pull you away from the Lord, and do not follow teachers who make sin sound acceptable. God’s commands are not there to ruin life, but to protect it. Grace is real, but grace is never permission to compromise. The call is to trust God fully, love Him wholly, and remain faithful to Him.Sermon NotesNumbers 25:1 - 3 Israel begins to play the harlot with the women of Moab and make sacrifices to Moab’s godsNumbers 31:13 – 16 Balaam counsels to sin against God1 Kings 11:1 – 13 Even wise men rebel against God for their love of foreign wivesRevelations 2:14 Jesus against the teachings of Balaam
Sermon NotesMatthew 27:62 - 66 Because they were afraid that the disciples might steal Jesus’ body make the grave secure by posting guardsMatthew 28:1 - 7 Jesus is resurrected the women discover the empty tomb are told that Jesus was not there and tell the discipleMatthew 28:8 - 10 Jesus meets with His disciplesMatthew 28:11 - 15 Guards tell the officials about the resurrection, but they bribe them to say that the disciples stole the body1 Corinthains 15:1 - 15 Witnesses to the resurrection of Jesus
35 Balaam acknowledges his sins and offers to return, the angel gives him permission to proceed but only speak what God saysNumbers 22:36 – 41 Balak offers sacrifices to Baal and gives some to Balaam and then takes him to the high places of Baal
20 Ballam asks God again about goingJude 11 The error of Balaam - money1 Timothy 6:10 Love of money is the root of all sorts of evilMatthew 16:26 The value of the soul
5 Because the people had to travel around Edom, they spoke against MosesNumbers 21:6 God sends fiery serpents to bit and kills the peopleNumbers 21:7 The people acknowledge their sin and ask Moses to intercede for themNumbers 21:8 God tells Moses to make a serpent and put it on a standard and if those who were bitten look, they will not dieNumbers 21:9 Moses did so and if they looked, they did not dieJohn 3:9 – 18 Jesus will be lifted up and all who believe will have eternal life
6 Moses struck the rock once the first time1 Corinthians 10:4 That rock was JesusMatthew 16:13 – 18 Upon this rock1 Peter 2:4 – 10 Jesus is the cornerstone and we are living stones being built together
50 The results of the plagueEphesians 2:1 – 10 We were dead, but now alive because of Jesus
21 God tells Moses to separate from the people because He is going to destroy themNumbers 16:22 Moses intercedes for the peopleNumbers 16:23 – 30 God tells Moses to tell the people to separate themselves from those who rebelledNumbers 16:31 – 35 God judges the rebellious by the ground opening up and shallowing them aliveNumbers 16:36 – 40 God tells Moses to use the censors of the rebellious, which is holy for a different holy purpose, but also used as a reminder This message is both a warning and a call to faithfulness:- Don’t challenge what God has established.- Don’t despise the ministry God has given you.- Serve with full commitment, regardless of the “size” of your role—because God assigned it.
14 They went anyway and lostPsalm 140:6 – 8 God covers you in battlePsalm 144:1 – 8 God is our shield and strongholdRomans 8:28 – 38 Because of God we are overwhelming conquerors
12 God tells Moses He is going to kill all of them and start over with MosesNumbers 14:13 – 19 Moses becomes an advocate for the people and the glory of GodNumbers 14:20 – 25 God tells Moses He will pardon the people, but there are still consequencesNumbers 14:26 – 35 God tells Moses He will do what the people want and “They’ll died in the wilderness”Numbers 14:36 – 38 The 10 who gave the bad report died of a plague
14 The Lord will fight for youEphesians 6:10 – 17 Our struggles are spiritual so arm ourselves spiritually
15 The Lord’s response is that she must bear her shame for 7 days1 Peter 4:10 – 14 If you are reviled for Christ you are blessed1 Peter 5:6 Humble yourself before God and He will exalt you
22 Moses doubts God’s powerNumbers 11:23 The Lord says “Is His power limited?”Numbers 11:24 – 30 God places His Spirit upon the eldersNumbers 11:31 –33 The Lord gives them meat, but while they are chewing it the Lord struck them with a plagueGalatians 5:1 Christ set us free, do not becomes slaves again
2 Prove God’s will by presenting our bodies as a living sacrifice, not being conformed to this world and renew our mindsPsalm 40:8 Delight in doing God’s will
18 Jeremiah’s prophesy was fulfilled, but there was no comfortJob 38:1 – 4 Where were you when God createdJob 40:1 – 9 Are you going to annul God’s judgmentsRomans 8:28 God causes all things to become good for those who love Him and are called by HimRevelation 7:9 – 17 Great Tribulation martyrsRevelation 22:20 Even so, Come Jesus
17 Salvation for everyone who believesRomans 10:8 - 13 Whoever calls upon the Lord will be saved
What is your purpose? Culture, self-help books, and institutions promise to help you find your purpose, but the Bible tells us something very different. The Scripture explains what your purpose truly is and why it applies to every person, at every stage of life, in every circumstance. Our purpose is not self-fulfillment or personal greatness, but the glory of God. God’s plan has always been about displaying His grace, mercy, and power through people who often don’t deserve it.Sermon NotesEphesians 1:3 –14 To the praise of His gloryEphesians 2:4 –10 In the ages to come He might share the surpassing riches of His graceRomans 9:9 – 18 God’s purpose in Esau, Jacob and PharaohIsaiah 45:23 Every knee will bow and eve3ry tongue confess allegiancePhilippians 2:9 – 11 Every knee will bow and every tongue confess Jesus as Lord to the glory of God the Father
6 They enter the tomb and see a young man wearing a white robe (an angel) who tells them Jesus who had been crucified is risen and He is not hereMark 16:7 Angel tells them to tell Jesus’ disciples and Peter Jesus will meet them in GalileeMark 16:8 The women left afraid1 Corinthians 15:3 – 11 Jesus died, buried and rose according to the Scriptures
45 Making sure Jesus was dead, Pilate grants Joseph’s requestMark 15:46 Joseph bought a linen sheet, wrapped Jesus’ body in it and placed Him in a hewn out rock for a tomb and a stone was placed at the entranceMark 15:47 Women observed where Jesus was buried so they could come back and properly bury HimIsaiah 53:9 Prophecy concerning the burial of the Messiah
41 Results of His death – the veil in the Temple was torn top to bottom and the Centurion said “Truly this was the Son of God” Women ministered to Him during His life were looking from afarThis sermon walks step-by-step through the events of the crucifixion:• Jesus’ physical suffering and the prophetic reasons behind it• Why He refused the pain-numbing wine• The meaning of being crucified at Golgotha, the place of the skull• How Roman soldiers unknowingly fulfilled Old Testament prophecy• The darkness that covered the land and Jesus’ cry, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?”• The powerful significance of Psalm 22 and Isaiah’s prophecies• The tearing of the temple veil and what it means for our access to God• The centurion’s confession, “Truly this man was the Son of God”• The women who faithfully stayed near the cross• What Jesus’ death tells us about the love, timing, sovereignty, and faithfulness of God
Ever since Adam and Eve’s children, humanity has shown cruelty toward one another. There’s even an expression: man’s inhumanity to man. But today, we’re going deeper—into man’s inhumanity to God. Sermon NotesMark 15:16 – 21 Soldiers mock Jesus and lead Him to be crucifiedProbers 14:9 Fools mock at sinGalatians 6:7 – 10 God is not mocked
Pontius Pilate faced a moral crossroads when choosing between justice and public pressure. As Jesus stands silent before His accusers, we witness the ultimate example of strength, humility, and divine love.Sermon NotesMark 15:1 Religious leaders bind Jesus and deliver Him to Pilate (The Roman Governor)Mark 15:2 – 5 Pilate questions JesusMark 15:6 – 11 Pilate tries to release Jesus. The crowd instead wants a murder released. (the son of the father rather than (The Son of God the Father)Mark 15:12 – 14 The crowd influenced by the Chief Priests, want Jesus crucifiedMark 15:15 To satisfy the crowd Pilate has Jesus scrouged and authorized His crucifixion
While Jesus stands firm in truth, Peter falters under pressure, denying his Lord three times.Sermon NotesMark 14:66 – 70 Three times people accuse Peter of being with Jesus. The first two times he denies it and moves away from the accuserMark 14:71 The third response to the accuser was to curse and swearMark 14:72 After the third denial Peter hears the cock crow the second time and weeps
62 Jesus thus far remains silent and if He remained so He would have to be released. So Chief Priest asks Jesus why He does not respond and if He is the Christ. Jesus responds “I am”Mark 14:63 – 66 High Priest acts as if he is mourning. The Council condemns Jesus as worthy of death due to blasphemy and begin to mistreat Him
28 Jesus tells disciples they will be scattered according to the Scriptures, but He will meet them in Galilee after He has risenMark 14:29 Peter confident he will not fall awayMark 14:30 Jesus tells him that he will deny Him 3 times before the cock crows twiceMark 14:31 Peter and the others disciples insist they would die before betray HimMark 14:32 – 36 Jesus and the disciples go to a garden called Gethsemane to pray. Jesus takes 3 of them with Him farther and He goes even farther to prayMark 14:37 – 42 Jesus prays to avoid what is going to happen 3 times, asks the disciples 3 times to watch and pray, but they continue to sleep
The significance of the Lord’s Supper initiated by Jesus during the Holy Day of Passover. We will see the betrayal of Judas, the symbolism of bread and wine, and Jesus as the Passover Lamb and the covenant of grace. Sermon NotesMark 14:10 & 11 Judas makes a deal to betray JesusMark 14:12 – 16 Preparation for the Passover mealMark 14:17 – 21 Jesus reveals He will be betrayed by one of themMark 14:22 - 26 Jesus initiates Communion/Lord’s Supper
Acts of worship by the woman with the alabaster jar, the poor widow, King David, and ultimately Jesus Christ. Sermon NotesMark 14:1 & 2 2 days before Passover and Unleavened Bread the religious leaders were looking for a way to kill Jesus before the Holy DaysMark 14:3 – 9 A woman during the meal poured on Jesus expensive perfume and was criticized for it, but Jesus told them to leave her alone, what she did was good and to be remembered2 Samuel 24:18– 25 David would not make an offering to God that cost him nothingHebrews 9:11 – 14 Jesus offered Himself to God for us
Jesus' teaches about the destruction of the temple and His return.Sermon NotesMark 13:1 & 2 Disciples impressed by the Temple area, but Jesus tells them it will be destroyedMark 13:3 & 4 Peter, James & John ask privately when these things will be and what will be the signs of fulfillmentMark 13:5 – 13 Beginning signsMark 13:14 The sign of the “Abomination of Desolation”Mark 13:15 – 20 What to do and how seriously to take that signMark 13:21 – 23 Do not believe false Christs because Jesus has already told usMark 13:24 – 27 The coming of the “Son of Man”Mark 13:28 – 32 Parable of the Fig TreeMark 13:33 – 37 Be on the alert
Jesus responds to an earnest question from a scribe about the greatest commandment. With 613 commandments to choose from, Jesus teaches that the important commandment is to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and loving our neighbors as ourselves. Mark 12:28 A scribe asks Jesus which commandment is the greatest (foremost)Mark 12:29 – 31 Jesus answers the questionMark 12:32 & 33 The scribe agreesMark 12:34 Jesus tells the scribe he is not far from the kingdom of God – the questions stoppedMark 12:35 – 37 Jesus asks “how can the Christ be the son of David, when David calls him “My Lord”Mark 12:38 – 40 Jesus warns of the hypocrisy of the religious leadersMark 12:41 – 44 Jesus says a widow contributed a cent and He says that contribution was greater than the rest combined
Jesus addresses the topics of taxes and life after death. Jesus skillfully navigates the trap set by the Pharisees and Herodians and teaches about our obligations to both earthly authorities and God.Sermon NotesMark 12:13 – 17 Seeking to trap Jesus the Pharisees and Herodians ask Him a question about taxes and Jesus’ amazing responseMark 12:18 – 23 Sadducees question Jesus about the resurrectionMark 12:24 – 27 Jesus’ answer is that God is the God of the living
Jesus uses a parable to convey profound truths on His purpose of being sent to ear by the Father. When religious leaders questioned Jesus's authority, Jesus responds by asking them a question. After the leaders choose not to answer Jesus’ question. Jesus uses the Parable of the Tenants to explain to the disciples that He will be the rejected cornerstone.
We delve into Jesus' teachings and actions, including the cursing of the fig tree and the cleansing of the temple.Sermon NotesMark 11:12 – 14 Jesus re-enters Jerusalem and seeing a fig tree without fruit, He curses itMark 11:15 & 16 Jesus enters the Temple, sees commerce happening, He overturns the tables and stopped the commerceMark 11:17 Jesus taught the purpose of the Temple was for all nations to communicate with GodMark 11:18 The priests and scribes response is to seek to destroy JesusMark 11:19 – 21 Leaving Jerusalem they see the fig tree witheredMark 11:22 – 25 Jesus teaches on prayer and faith
The profound significance of Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection, and how these events affirm His identity as the Messiah. Explore biblical passages from Ezekiel, Daniel, and Zechariah, on the prophecies that foretold Jesus' arrival and His fulfillment of the Scriptures.Sermon NotesEzekiel 10:18 – 22 The presence and glory of the Lord left the Temple by way of the East gateEzekiel 11:22 & 23 The glory of the Lord stood over the mountain to the east (Mount of Olives)Daniel 9:24 – 26 When the Messiah will comeZechariah 9:9 How the Messiah will enter JerusalemMark 11:1 Jesus at the Mount of OlivesMark 11:2 – 7 Jesus tells disciples there will be a colt tied up, bring it to Him & they doMark 11:8 – 10 Many spread their garments and leafy branches on the road and cry outMark 11:11 Jesus enters Jerusalem and the Temple
A blind beggar named Bartimaeus who had the opportunity to ask Jesus for mercy and healing. Jesus teaches him faith, persistence in prayer, and recognizing the truth of Jesus being the Messiah.Sermon NotesMark 10:46 Jesus, disciples and a large crowd leave Jerico and a blind man is sitting on the roadMark 10:47 That man cries out to JesusMark 10:48 Many tell him sternly to be quiet, but he keeps crying outMark 10:49 & 50 Jesus stops and says bring the man to Him and he comes to JesusMark 10:51 Jesus asks the man what do you want Hime to do and the man responds he wants his sight restoredMark 10:58 Jesus says that the man’s faith has made him well. He immediately receives his sight and follows Jesus
Sermon NotesMark 10:32 – 34 Jesus repeats His prediction of His betrayal, treatment, death and resurrectionMark 10:35 James and John ask Jesus for a favor without saying what it isMark 10:36 Jesus asks what they want Him to doMark 10:37 They want to sit on His right and left in His gloryMark 10:38 – 40 Jesus says that they don’t know what they are asking for and they respond they can handle it. Jesus says who will sit beside Him has already been determinedMark 10:41 Other disciples are upset with the twoMark 10:42 – 45 Jesus says that the way the world operates is not how we are to operate and repeats His teaching that the first is to be a slave to all
Adherence to the commandments is not enough. Jesus can see through to the heart of the matter and see the idles standing between you and God. It may be easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than a rich man to enter heaven. However, with God all things are possible.Sermon NotesMark 10:17 A Rich man asks Jesus how to inherit eternal lifeMark 10:18 Jesus asks, “Why call Me good?”Mark 10:19 Jesus speaks of the CommandmentsMark 10:20 The man says he has kept them from his youthMark 10:21 & 22 Jesus loving him states what the man lacks, he loves his wealth more than eternityMark 10:23 - 25 Says that it is hard for the wealthy to enter the kingdom of GodMark 10:26 The Disciples then ask who can be saved?Mark 10:27 With man it is impossible, but not for GodMark 10:28 Peter asks what about usMark 10:29 – 31 Jesus says you will be rewarded more than you gave upRomans 10:8 –13 Believing and confessingEphesians 2:8 –10 Saved by grace through faith
Adherence to the commandments is not enough. Jesus can see through to the heart of the matter and see the idles standing between you and God. It may be easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than a rich man to enter heaven. However, with God all things are possible.Sermon NotesMark 10:17 A Rich man asks Jesus how to inherit eternal lifeMark 10:18 Jesus asks, “Why call Me good?”Mark 10:19 Jesus speaks of the CommandmentsMark 10:20 The man says he has kept them from his youthMark 10:21 & 22 Jesus loving him states what the man lacks, he loves his wealth more than eternityMark 10:23 - 25 Says that it is hard for the wealthy to enter the kingdom of GodMark 10:26 The Disciples then ask who can be saved?Mark 10:27 With man it is impossible, but not for GodMark 10:28 Peter asks what about usMark 10:29 – 31 Jesus says you will be rewarded more than you gave upRomans 10:8 –13 Believing and confessingEphesians 2:8 –10 Saved by grace through faith
The Pharisees and Jesus' have a discussion about the law. Jesus informs them that the law goes beyond the letter of the law to address the hardness of man’s hearts. Sermon NotesMark 10:1 As Jesus’ custom, He teaches the crowdMark 10:2 The Pharisees testing Jesus asks Him about divorceMark 10:3 – 9 Jesus answers their testMark 10:10 Jesus’ disciples question Him about divorceMark 10:11 & 12 Jesus answers their questionsMark 10:13 People bring children to Jesus so He might touch them, but the disciples try to prevent them from comingMark 10:14 – 16 Jesus is indignant with them and says the kingdom of God belongs to those like them
Jesus teaches the disciples on what it means to be the greatest of all time, the importance of striving for greatness in our spiritual lives, about the importance of humility, service, and the true greatness.Sermon NotesMark 9:30 – 32 Jesus goes to Galilee and continues to teach disciples about His death and resurrection, but they don’t understandMark 9:33 & 34 Jesus asks what the disciples are discussing, but they remain silent. But Jesus knows what they are discussing by His next teachingMark 9:35 - 37 To be first you must be last and a servant of all. Receiving an insignificant person is receiving JesusMark 9:38 – 42 John said that they tried to stop a person not with them from casting out a demon. Jesus replies of you are not against Him you are for HimMark 9:43 – 49 The priority of the Kingdom of God over all elseMark 9:50 Be who you are suppose to be in Christ and be at peace with each other
Jesus' heals a possessed boy and the disciples faced challenges faced. In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus offers valuable insights to understand the power of faith and the importance of relying on God's strength.Sermon NotesMark 9:14 & 15 Jesus and 3 of His disciples return to the others. There is a large crowd that runs up to meet JesusMark 9:16 Jesus asks His disciples what they are discussing with the crowdMark 9:17 & 18 A father answers and says that he “told” the disciples to cast out the demon from his son, but they could notMark 9:19 Jesus is disgusted with themMark 9:20 The boy is brought to Jesus and the demon causes physical reactions in the boyMark 9:21 & 22 Jesus asks how long this has been happening. The father says since he was a child and says to Jesus “If You can do anything have pityMark 9:23 Jesus says “If You can ... all things are possible to him who believesMark 9:24 The father cries out I believe help my UnbeliefMark 9:24 – 27 Jesus commands the demon to come out, there is a violent reaction and the boy appears dead, but Jesus raises him upMark 9:28 Disciples ask why they couldn’t do it. Jesus says this kind needs prayer
Jesus true divine nature is displayed to His disciples. The significance of the Transfiguration, before Peter, James, and John transformed their understanding of His divine glory.Sermon NotesMark 9:1 Jesus tells His disciples some there will not die before they see the kingdom of God come with powerMark 9:2 & 3 Jesus takes 3 of His disciples up a mountain and they see Him transfiguredMark 9:4 Elijah and Moses have a conversation with JesusMark 9:5 & 6 Peter suggests that 3 tabernacles be built since he didn’t know what to sayMark 9:7 & 8 A cloud forms covering Elijah and Moses and a voice says that Jesus is His beloved Son, listen to Him and Jesus is left by HimselfMark 9:9 Jesus tells the 3 not to tell anyone what they saw until after Jesus’ resurrectionMark 9:10 Disciples discuss among themselves what rising from the dead meansMark 9:11 – 13 A question-and-answer period about Elijah coming before the Messiah
Jesus responded to skepticism and rejection from His own disciples and teaches them that they must seek the interest of God the Father and not of Satan.Sermon NotesMark 8:27 Jesus asks His disciples who people say that He isMark 8:28 They give various answersMark 8:29 Jesus asks “who do you say I am?”Mark 8:30 Pete answers “the Christ” and Jesus warns them to tell no oneMark 8:31 Jesus teaches them that He must suffer, be rejected, killed and raised 3 days laterMark 8:32 Peter rebukes JesusMark 8:33 Jesus rebukes Peter and tells him he is not setting his mind on God’s interests
Jesus healed a blind man in a unique way to teach his disciples about seeing with the heart, the process of spiritual growth, and the fulfillment of Messianic prophecy.Sermon NotesMark 8:22 At Bethsaida people bring a blind man to Jesus to healMark 8:23 Jesus spits on the man’s eyes and puts His hands on them and asks if he could seeMark 8:24 The man answers I can see men moving as treesMark 8:25 Jesus again puts His hands on the man’s eyes and he sees clearlyMark 8:26 Jesus sends the man home, but didn’t want him to go to the villageIsaiah 35:3 - 10
Jesus taught His disciples about faith, trust, and the dangers of spiritual pride. Reflecting on the miracles of feeding the multitudes, and the disciples’ struggle to understand. Jesus’ warning to beware the influence of the Pharisees and Herod.Sermon NotesMark 8:1 – 3 Jesus wants to feed the crowd before He sends them home, so they don’t faintMark 8:4 Disciples say no one could find enough bread in this desolate placeMark 8:5 Jesus asks how many loves? 7Mark 8:6 & 7 Jesus had the people sit down, He gives the disciples the bread and some fish, and they distribute it to the peopleMark 8:8 & 9 4,000 people ate and were satisfied and yet 7 large baskets were leftMark 8:10 Jesus and disciples enter a boat and leftMark 8:11 - 13 Pharisees challenge Jesus and demand a sign, but Jesus refusesMark 8:14 Disciples take only 1 loaf with them on the boatMark 8:15 Jesus orders them to watch out for the leaven of the Pharisees and HerodMark 8:16 Disciples speak to one another about having no breadMark 8:17 – 21 Jesus rebukes them for understanding what had been happening
Far beyond plenty good enough. Jesus’ compassion and power exceeded everyone’s expectations when He healed a man who was deaf. Do not limit God, not in our prayers, not in our worship. But instead let Him answer in His way.Mark 7:31 Jesus travels through Tyre, Sidon and the DecapolisMark 7:32 They bring to Jesus a deaf man who also has difficulty speakingMark 7:33 & 34 Jesus takes him away from the multitude. Jesus then puts His fingers in the man’s ears and puts His saliva on the man’s tongue and said “Be opened”Mark 7:35 The man hears and is able to speak plainlyMark 7:36 Jesus orders them not to tell anyone, but the more He orders them, the more they continue to proclaimMark 7:37 They say that He has done all things well and makes even the deaf to hear ant the mute to speak
A mother's humble persistence moves Jesus to act. What do we do when God says "no" or seems silent? The importance of humility in our prayers and faith, even when faced with disappointment or apparent rejection.Sermon NotesMark 7:24 Jesus wanted to be aloneMark 7:25 & 26 A gentile woman keeps asking Jesus to cast out a demon from her daughterMark 7:27 Jesus tells her “the children” (the Jews) must be satisfied first and not throw it to the dogsMark 7:28 The woman responds that the “dogs eat the crumbs from the tableMark 7:29 & 30 Jesus tells her “because of her response her daughter’s demon possession is gone, and she sees it so
Tradition and true faith from the teachings of Jesus. Traditions can both enrich and hinder our spiritual lives. Jesus calls us to focus on the condition of our hearts rather than outward rituals.Sermon NotesMark 7:1 - 4 Pharisees observing traditionsMark 7:5 Pharisees and scribes criticize Jesus’ disciples for not following tradition of washingMark 7:6 – 8 Jesus states that prophesy has been fulfilledMark 7:9 – 13 Jesus gives examples how they have set aside God’s word for their traditionsMark 7:14 & 15 Jesus teaches the crowd what defiles a personMark 7:17 – 23 Disciples do not understand so Jesus teaches them further on it is what comes out of you not what goes into you
Contrast the responses of the crowd, the disciples, and Jesus Himself. Why did the crowd want to make Jesus' king? Why did the disciples struggle to understand despite witnessing countless miracles? And what can we learn from Jesus' choice to retreat in prayer after such a monumental event? Sermon NotesMark 6:45 & 46 Jesus sends His disciples and then sends the multitude away and went to prayMark 6:47 Jesus is alone on the landMark 6:48 The disciples are having a difficult time crossing the sea, but Jesus walks on the water planning on meeting them on the other sideMark 6:49 – 52 Disciples think Jesus is a ghost and cry out. Jesus enters the boat and they are astonished. They gained no insight from the loaves and fish miracleMark 6:53 – 56 Jesus continues His ministry and the people bring the sick wanting to be healed by Him
The feeding of 5,000 is present in all four Gospels. Mark writes to use explaining how Jesus demonstrates compassion for a crowd. Through the miracle of the 5,000 we learn about the disciples' role, the importance of faith, and the lesson that ministry is not about the resources we have but about who we serve. Sermon NotesMark 6:33 & 34 A large crowd comes to se Jesus, He feels compassion on them and teachesMark 6:35 & 36 The disciples want Him to send them away and provide for themselvesMark 6:37 & 38 Jesus tells them for them to give them something to eat, but they say their resources are insufficientMark 6:39 & 40 Jesus tells the crowd to sit down by groupsMark 6:41 & 42 Jesus blessed the bread and fish and everyone eats and is satisfiedMark 6:43 & 44 There are more bread (12 baskets full) and fish than when they started, but 5,000 men were fed
A unique perspective on the resurrection of Jesus Christ by asking a challenging question: What if He didn't rise from the dead? Examine the implications of this question, exploring historical evidence, scriptural references, and the transformative power of faith.Sermon NotesWhat if Jesus didn’t die? Swoon Romans 5:6 – 8If He didn’t die we are still in our sins and against God Where is the body? Disciples stole it. Matthew 28:11 – 15If He doesn't rise our faith is useless 1 Corinthians 15:16 – 19What are the evidence of the fact that Jesus rose from the dead 1 Corinthians 15:1 - 9
Discover how Jesus faced opposition in His hometown, empowered His disciples, and expanded His ministry in the face of doubt.Sermon NotesMark 6:1 – 6 Jesus’ hometown was offended by HimMark 6:7 Jesus sends out His disciples by two giving them authority over unclean spiritsMark 6:8 – 11 Jesus gives them instructionsMark 6:12 & 13 The disciples preach, cast out demons and heal the sick
Explore relativity of time through the lens of two individuals' encounters with Jesus. Jairus, his dying daughter, as well as a woman who has been suffering for 12 years have different stories highlighting how time can feel different depending on one's circumstances and perspective. Uncover the profoundness of faith, healing, and the power of Jesus to transform lives, no matter the situation.Sermon NotesMark 5:21 Jesus crossed back over the sea and a large crowd gathers around HimMark 5:22 – 24 A synagogue official implores Jesus to heal his daughter who is dying. The crowd followsMark 5:25 & 26 A woman who has been hemorrhaging for 12 years and no doctor has helped herMark 5:27 & 28 She had heard about Jesus and thought if she could just touch Jesus’ clothing she would be healedMark 5:29 Immediately after touching His garment the hemorrhaging stopsMark 5:30 Jesus asks who touched My garmentMark 5:31 Disciples state the crowd is “pressing in” and yet You ask who touched MeMark 5:32 & 33 Jesus looks at the woman and she confessesMark 5:34 Jesus tells her her faith has made her well – go in peace and be healed of your afflictionMark 5:35 People come from Jarius’ house and tell him to leave Jesus alone his daughter has diedMark 5:36 Jesus tells him not to be afraid but believeMark 5:37 – 40 The people in the house are in grief but Jesus tells them to stop weeping the girl is not dead, but they then laugh at HimMark 5:41 – 43 With only the mother, father and disciples Jesus tells the little girl to get up, she does and Jesus tells them to feed her She is 12
Explore two significant events from the Gospel of Mark that reveal the awe-inspiring authority and holiness of Jesus. Witness the disciples' journey through a fierce storm, where their fear turns to amazement as Jesus commands the wind and sea to obey Him. Then, delve into the transformative encounter between Jesus and a demon-possessed man, showcasing His unparalleled power.Sermon NotesMark 4:35 & 36 Jesus and disciples travel by boatMark 4:37 A storm hits and the boat is taking on waterMark 4:38 Disciples awaken Jesus out of sleep “don’t You care?”Mark 4:39 Jesus rebukes the wind and tells the sea to be still and they obeyMark 4:40 Jesus rebukes the disciples for no faithMark 4:41 The disciples became afraidMark 5:1 – 5 They reach the other side of the sea and they encounter a demon possessed manMark 5:6 – 12 Jesus interacts with the demon and casts the demon out of the man and they enter a herd of swineMark 5:13 The herd runs into the sea and drownMark 5:14 – 17 People from the region come to find out what happened, they become frightened of Jesus and want Him to leaveMark 5:18 – 20 As Jesus is leaving the man wants to go with Him, but Jesus tells him to go home and report what happened to him, and he does
Sermon NotesMark 4:21 – 23 A light is to be used, not hiddenMark 4:24 & 25 Be careful how you judgeMark 4:36 - 29 The kingdom of God grows even if you don’t know howMark 4:30 – 32 The kingdom of God starts very small but grows very largeMark 4:33 & 34 Jesus taught now in parables, but did explain them to His disciples
Dive into the teachings of Jesus through the Parable of the Sower. Explore the different types of soil and their significance in understanding God's word, and how the condition of our hearts impacts our spiritual growth and the fruits we bear.Sermon NotesMark 4:1 & 2 Jesus teachesMark 4:3 A Sower sowsMark 4:4 – 8 4 kinds of ground: Beside the road; rocky ground; ground with thorns; and good soilMark 4:9 If you have ears, and you do, hear what is saidMark 4:10 – 11 Disciples ask for an explanation of the parable. Jesus says they are granted the knowledge on the kingdom of God, but others – noMark 4:12 Why? The unpardonable sin – While seeing they may not perceive and while hearing they would not understandMark 4:13 Jesus starts the explanation of the parableMark4:14 The Sower sows the word of GodMark 4:15 Those beside the road – Satan immediately comes and takes away the wordMark 4:16 & 17 Rocky soil receive the word with joy, but have no root. When affliction or persecution arises they immediately fall awayMark 4:18 & 19 Thorny ground hear the word, but the worries of the world, deceitfulness of riches or desiring other things, the word is choked off and become unfruitfulMark 4:20 Seeds on good soil bear fruit at different amountsJohn 15:1 & 2 The results of bearing or not bearing fruitGalatians 5:22 & 23 The fruit of the Spirit
Dive into Mark 3:20-35 to explore Jesus' definition of family and what it truly means to belong. Learn about the importance of doing God’s will, overcoming challenges of faith, and how Jesus' teachings invite us into His divine family.Sermon NotesMark 3:20 Jesus and the disciples in such demand they can’t even eat a mealMark 3:21 Jesus’ kinsmen think he’s crazyMark 3:22 Religious leaders accuse Jesus of being possessed by SatanMark 3:23 – 27 Jesus responds Satan can’t cast out Satan that would be a house dividedMark 3:28 – 30 There is an unpardonable sin – blasphemy against the Holy SpiritMark 3:31 & 32 Jesus’ mother and brothers come to Him and those inside let Him know that they were looking for HimMark 3:33 Jesus asks who are His familyMark 3:34 Jesus says those who are present are His familyMark 3:35 Whoever does the will of God is His family
Discover the unique calling and mission Jesus entrusted to these ordinary men and how their extraordinary journey. From Peter to the unwavering faith of Thomas, we'll explore the lives of these apostles.Sermon NotesMark 3:13 Jesus goes up a mountain and summons who He wantsMark 3:14 & 15 12 appointed to 1. Be with Him; 2 preach & 3 cast out demonsMark 3:16 11 are appointed and namedMark 3:17 The 12th betrays Him
Doing good on the Sabbath through the lens of Mark. Jesus' healing of a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, despite the scrutiny and accusations from religious leaders. Hear about the questions Jesus asked them before doing good on the Sabbath.Sermon NotesMark 3:1 – 3 Jesus, His enemies, a man with a withered hand are all together in a synagogue on the SabbathMark 3:4 Jesus Asks is it lawful to do good or arm on the Sabbath, but they don’t respondMark 3:5 Even though Jesus is angry and grieved He heals the manMark 3:6 The Pharisees and Herodians seek to destroy JesusMark 3:7 – 10 Jesus sought ny Jews and Gentiles to be healed by touching HimMark 3:11 & 12 Unclean spirits cried out who Jesus is, but He warned them not to reveal who He is
Jesus' disciples were criticized for not fasting, unlike John's disciples and the Pharisees who fasted regularly. Jesus explains that His disciples do not fast because He, the bridegroom (Messiah), is with them, making it a time for celebration rather than mourning.Message by Pastor JoeSermon NotesMark 2:18 – 20 Jesus’ disciples criticized for not fasting and Jesus’ responseMark 2:21 & 22 No one uses old things on newMark 2:23 & 24 Disciples criticized for picking and eating grain on the SabbathMark 2:25 & 26 Jesus’ responseMark 2:27 The Sabbath was made for us and not us for the SabbathMark 2:28 Therefore, the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath
Jesus dines with sinners and tax collectors, and when challenged, He explains that He came to save the sinners.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesMark 2:13 The multitudes come to hear Jesus and He teachesMark 2:14 Jesus calls to Matthew to follow while he is in his tax officeMark 2:15 Jesus dines with sinners and tax collectorsMark 2:16 Scribes challenge Jesus’ disciples why He is sitting with sinners and tax collectorsMark 2:17 Jesus tells them it is the sick who need a doctor and He came to call sinners and not the righteousRomans 3:23 All have sinnedEphesians 2:1–10 Saved by God’s mercy of grace
The scribes' reaction to Jesus forgiving sins highlights His divine nature. Only God can forgive sins, and Jesus' ability to do so affirms His identity as the Son of God.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“More than Expected”Sermon NotesMark 2:1 & 2 Jesus is home in Capernaum and after several days people become aware of it and go fill the home so there is not even room near the doorMark 2:3 & 4 4 men because they can’t fit into the house remove the roof and lower him into where Jesus isMark 2:5 Jesus seeing their faith forgives the man’s sinsMark 2:6 & 7 The Scribes think Jesus is blaspheming because only God can forgive sinsMark 2:8 Jesus knows what they are thinkingMark 2:9 Jesus asks them a question, “Which is easier?”Mark 2:10 & 11 So that they might know He can do both Jesus tells the man to get up, pick up your pallet and go homeMark 2:12 The man gets up immediately, picked up his pallet and went home. As a result the people were amazed and “glorified God”
A leper asks Jesus to heal him if He is willing. Pastor Joe emphasizes the importance of faith, humility, and boldness in approaching Jesus. Jesus shows His love and compassion for the leper by healing him.Message by Pastor Joe“If Jesus Is Willing?”Sermon NotesMark 1:40 A leper falling on his knees asking to be made clean if Jesus is willingMark 1:41 Jesus being moved with compassion touches and cleanses himMark 1:42 The leper is immediately cleansedMark 1: 43 & 44 Jesus sternly tells him not to tell anyone but do what the law commanded after a leper is cleansedMark 1:45 The man does not listen and tells his news and as a result Jesus had to stay in unpopulated areas
Jesus emphasized that his primary mission was to preach the gospel, not just to perform miracles. He often withdrew to pray alone, showing the importance of communion with God.Sermon NotesMark 1:29 - 31 Jesus heals Peter’s mother-in-lawMark 1:32 -34 Jesus heals the sick and demon possessedMark 1:35 – 37 Jesus goes alone to pray, but is sought out by His disciplesMark 1:38 -& 39 Jesus goes throughout Galilee to preach and cast out demons
We are starting a new series in the Gospel of Mark. Now you may not be able to attend and watch all of the services but I encourage you to watch as many as you can because it'll be relevant. So if you have your Bibles and you should, please turn to the Gospel of Mark starting with Chapter 1. Now while you're turning there, let me say that it is long-held belief that John Mark wrote Mark. There's nothing internally that says that other than there's a discussion when Jesus is arrested that there was one of the minor followers who escaped and they grabbed his coat and clothing and he ran out and was somewhat naked. Some people think that that was that person, but may or may not have been. The early church fathers discussed and they believe it was Mark who wrote the Gospel. Others think that Mark wrote it either based on his discussion with Peter or as Peter had been martyred that he wanted to make sure that what Peter had experienced in the teaching and life of the Lord that he wrote that down.Sermon NotesMark 1:1 – 3 The prophesy of one who will prepare Mesiah’s wayMark 1:4 – 8 John the Baptizer is that preparing one & testifies about the Coming OneMark 1:9 – 11 Heaven testifies of Jesus as the Son of GodMark 1:12 & 13 Jesus impelled to go into the wilderness to be tempted by SatanMark 1:14 & 15 Jesus preaches the gospelMark 1:16 – 20 Jesus calls His initial disciplesMark 1:21 & 22 Jesus’ amazing teachingMark 1:23 – 27 Jesus does not allow unclean spirits to speak of HimMark 1:28 The news of Jesus spreads immediately everywhere
During this time of the Christmas season, you'll see a lot of manger scenes and you'll see a baby in that manger. Today we're going to talk about who that baby was and is and what he is going to do service when it's after the 25th? Well, let me tell you there's a couple of reasons why.Sermon NotesIsaiah 9:2 – 5 From darkness to light, gladness increased and enemies defeatedIsaiah 9:6 & 7 A Child shall be born, who is God and He will reign in peaceLuke 2:1 – 20 A Child is born who is Christ the LordRevelation 22:1 – 5 The Lamb shall sit upon the throne in heaven
We tend to be very complex people, but in complexity, it is something that we know well when we're able to take that complex thing and make it simple. You probably know yourself better than anyone else. So I would suggest that you think about writing a few sentences, saying just exactly who you are and maybe a brief paragraph as to an event that typifies that. We're going to take a look at Joseph and an event in his life and a few sentences that describes exactly who he is. Who he is is describe who you are? Not what you've done, but who you are. And then take maybe one event in your life that would simplify that question, could you do it?Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Obedience”Sermon NotesMatthew 1:18-25Acts 5:27-32Romans 6:15-18Romans 16:25-261 Peter 1:22
Sermon NotesLuke 1:26 – 37 What the Lord has planned for MaryLuke 1:38 Behold the bond-servant of the Lord, Humble and submissiveJames 4:6 & 7 Be humble and submit to GodMatthew 25:14 – 30 We are Christ’s slaves and will be rewarded or condemned by our use of His talents What if you were asked by God to do something that you thought was impossible? But if you agreed to it, you could be subject to a very painful death or at minimum being ostracized by your community and losing the relationships with people very close to you. Would you say yes or would you say no? It's easy to ask that question when those consequences aren't facing us. We're going to take a look at someone today in the Bible who was asked that very question. And we will see the response, not only just the response, but the humility to things, and sometimes there's a reaction that may or may not be justified. So I'll give you an example of personally.
We're talking about baptism today. We're going to talk about what it means to be baptized, who are the people to be baptized, and why is it we do it, and what is the mode or the mechanism for baptism. So I encourage you to come and listen to baptism talk today about baptism. I'm going to make some statements that probably you will agree with. I'm going to make a particular one statement that you're going to go, "huh?" And then I'll show you what the scriptures say about all of this and then we'll be a little more educated on why Baptists look at baptism in a particular way. So the word baptism or what does it mean? It means to dip or to immerse. So that's the meaning and that's why Baptists dip or immerse as a form of baptism and I'll flush that out a little further. Sermon NotesBaptize Means to dip or immerseBaptism Is not a sacramentMatthew 3:13 –17 Jesus our exampleMatthew 28:16 – 20 Jesus commanded us to be and doColossians 2:9 – 14 What baptism means – shows what Christ didActs 8:25 – 39` An example of one person baptizedActs 16:25 – 34 An example of a family being baptized
Some people say that it doesn't matter what you believe so long as you're sincere. I sincerely disagree with that. I think it's very important what you believe and only should you believe that you should have conviction in it. We're going to be talking about the Lord's Supper, something that was initiated during Jesus' ministry and his last Passover celebration with his disciples. It's funny in that initial celebration of what he has told us to celebrate, there are so many different views and doctrines on it. We're going to take a look at what the Bible says and take a look at some of the various views of it. But I want you to understand that conviction is important. There was a gentleman in the 13th century and the 15th century England who had a different view of what we're doing than the church. They imprisoned him for a year hoping that he would be camped. And then they put him on a stake to burn and gave him an opportunity to recount. And he did it because he believed with conviction his position on this celebration. So I'm going to encourage you to find out what the scriptures say what we're celebrating, and to talk about what other denominations and others teach so that we have a better idea of why it is we believe what we believe. So I want to start off with something that's really not per se in the Scriptures.Sermon NotesLord Supper contained in Passover SederMatthew 26:26 – 30 Jesus initiates the Lord’s SupperElements are unleavened bread and wine/red grape juice1 Corinthians 11:23 – 34 The remembrance of it as Paul wax taught by Christ
Thankfulness. There seems to be several stages in thankfulness. As parents or perhaps when we were children, our parents taught us to be polite and say thank you when somebody gave us something. And then because we hear things like to live a thankful life, it makes you more happy, and so you hear people talk about an attitude of gratitude and that they are thankful for, like I'm thankful for my family or I'm thankful for my health. But there are at least two more stages of thankfulness that the Bible talks about, that people rarely really include in their thankfulness. I encourage you to listen to this message as life.Sermon NotesPsalm 92:1 – 4 It is good to thank God1 Thessalonians 5:18 It is God’s will to give thanksEphesians 5:20 Give thanks always1 Chronicles 16:8 – 12 & 23 – 35 An example of praising God
The title of today's message is "Jesus Didn't Die for Our Mistakes." If that sounds a little odd to you because you've been listening to current Christian music, I encourage you to listen to today's message, especially if you think that maybe I'm wrong. I want you to see what the Bible has to say about Jesus dying, not for our mistakes, is, is to say that's the way we've always done it. I remember many decades ago our congregation was deciding whether we would keep 11 o'clock as our worship time, or move it to 10, and there were two main arguments to keep it at 11 o'clock. One was, because that's the way we always did it, the second was, well some other member of our denomination who may be traveling would get the wrong time.Sermon NotesEphesians 2:1 We were dead in our trespasses and sinsRomans 3:23 All have sinned and come short of God’s gloryRomans 5:6 – 8 While we were still sinners Christ died for usRomans 6:23 The wages of sin is death1 John 1:5 – 10 Denying our sins simply is self-delusionalRomans 10:8 – 13 Confession and belief results in salvationEphesians 2:4 – 9 Saved by grace through faith
As a general rule, it is wise to always look forward. And you will get people who will give you advice that we always need to be forward-thinking and forward-looking. However, there are times and exceptions, if you will, when it's a good idea to turn around and look to see what's been behind. The Scriptures will tell us a good example of why we should, on occasion, look to see what was behind.Sermon NotesPsalm 23:6a It is certain that goodness & lovingkindness by God will follow me alwaysRomans 8:28 God causes all things to work for good to those who love Him and are called according to His purposePsalm 86:13 –15 God is merciful and abundant in lovingkindnessPsalm 23:6b I will dwell in God’s house foreverJohn 14:1 – 6 Jesus confirms this promiseEphesians 3:14 –19 Paul prays that we might comprehend God’s great love toward us
My wife was an excellent host or hostess when we would have a meal like let's say Thanksgiving she would make sure that everyone had a place setting and a seat at a table and Even at the last minute if we had additional guests or not people we invited late She would bring in additional tables and chairs to make sure everyone had a place to sit not only this she would also Prepare an abundance of food and she did so not because we like Leftovers because quite frankly generally I don't but we wanted to make sure that everyone felt that they could eat is They're filled without having to limit what they're eating so that it might go throughout everybody But the most important thing she did was to make sure that everybody felt invited and welcomed being there The psalmist in Psalm 23 in chapter verse 5 is going to talk about God as host Let's see howSermon NotesPsalm 23:5a God prepares a table for me while my enemies see itSong of Solomon 2:4 God brings me to His banquet hall and His banner over me is lovePsalm 23:5b God anoints my head with oil1 Samuel 16:12 & 13 Samuel anoints David as instructedLuke 7:44 – 46 A woman anoints Jesus’ feet with perfume and kissesJames 5:14 Anoint the sickPsalm 45:7 Because you loved righteousness and hated wickedness God anointed you above your fellowPsalm 23:5 c My cup overflowsMatthew 26:39 Jesus asks for “this cup” to pass from HimPsalm 16:5 The Lord is my cupPsalm 116:12 & 13 Because of the Lord’s benefits to me I will lift up my cup of salvation and call upon His name
It seems in today's world pronouns have come into great controversy, but in simplest level when I'm talking about myself me, I use a word I, me, my. If I'm talking about somebody who's not in my presence I will usually use he or she. So for instance if somebody's not in my presence I go he's a nice young man or she's going to graduate college. I'm talking about somebody who's not present but I'm referencing them. We're going to take a look today at Psalm 23 verse 4 that has a very significant change in what happens. The Psalmist says in the beginning, "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul. He guides me the paths of righteousness for his name's sake." But now the Psalmist is going to change and talk about two things that are very significant related to fear that most people have that's going to come across in all of our lives. So see what the two things that the Psalmist talks about that gives us comfort at afraid of?Sermon NotesPsalm 23:4a Moving through the valley of the shadow of deathPsalm 107:10 – 16 God saves from the shadow of deathJohn 3:16 Whoever believes will not perish but have eternal lifeJohn 11:25 & 26 Jesus is the resurrection and the life1 Corinthians 15:50 – 57 Death is defeated and we have the victory through ChristJob 19:23 – 27 My eyes shall see my RedeemerPsalm 23:4b Do not fear harm/evil because YOU God are with meRomans 8:35 – 39 Nothing not even death separates us from GodPsalm 23::4c Both God’s rod and staff comfortMicah 7:14 May He shepherd His people with His scepter
A few years ago, my wife and I and some founding members took a trip to Boston. But before we went, my wife booked a travel, I mean a tour guide. And that tour guide took us around Boston to certain historical points and other points of interest. And he was able to do so because he knew the city and he knew about the various points of interest and gave explanation. He knew what he was doing and he took us directly and we didn't have a circuitous route. We went to the most direct route, not wasting any time.The psalmist talks about the shepherd and the shepherd is going to guide him. But this guidance is far more important than going on a trip to someplace. It's about a trip in eternity. See what the shepherd does?Sermon NotesPsalm 23:3a Jesus restores (returns to the original condition) my soulGenesis 1:26 & 27 God made us in His imagePsalm 23b Jesus gives direction in the road of righteousnessRomans 1:17 The righteous live by faithMatthew 7:13 & 14 The gate iand the road are narrow that leads to lifeJohn 14:2 – 6 Jesus is the Way and you only get to the Father through HimPsalm 5:8 Wants the Lord to lead him in RighteousnessPsalm 23c Seeks these things because of Jesus’ name so that the name of the Lord will not sufferExodus 32:7 – 14 Moses tells God that God’s name will suffer if He destroys Israel and starts overPsalm 29:2 Give the glory due His name
We are taking a serious look at Psalm 23. The first verse the psalmist talked about that the Lord is His shepherd and hopefully He is our shepherd as well. But on the next three verses he's going to talk about the benefits of the Lord being His shepherd. We're going to take a look at the first verse of those three verses to see the provision that God has given usSermon NotesPsalm 23:2a The Lord makes me lie down in green pasturesPsalm 79:13 We are the sheep of His pastureEzekiel 34:14 & 15 God will feed His people and give them restMatthew 11:28 & 29 Come to Jesus and find restPsalm 23:2b The Lord leads beside quite watersJohn 4:10 Jesus gives living watersJohn 7:37 – 39 Thirsty – come to Jesus and from your inner most will flow rivers of living waterRevelation 7:17 The Lamb will guide us to springs of the water of lifePsalm 46:1 – 9 For with God is the fountains of life
I want you to imagine, or maybe you actually are, a classic piano player. The first time anybody heard you play any music, it was this classical music. But yet you had the same kind of talent in other musical instruments and even in your voice. So perhaps you were an outstanding guitar player as well as a singer. But every time people saw you, they wanted you to play classical piano. That's kind of the way Psalm 23 is. And we're going to take an in-depth look at Psalm 23, because usually when people hear it, it's during a funeral or a memorial service. But the comfort and the provision and the guidance of God is more than just during death and eternity. It talks about leading us, guiding us, and providing for us. So come along as we study Psalm 23 and what it speaks to us who are alive.Sermon NotesPsalm 23:1b The Lord is my ShepherdJohn 10:7 – 10 Jesus is the door for the sheep to go in and out to find pastureJohn 10:11 – 13 Jesus is the Good Shepherd who protects His sheepJohn 10:14 – 18 He knows His sheep and they know Him. He lays down His life for the sheep and picks it back up againPsalm 23B A statement of faith nothing is needed
I want you to imagine you might have been in this situation. You're a salesman and your sales have been trending down. Or perhaps you're in the machine shop and your widgets, many of them are having to be scrapped. And then you get a note from the owner of the business that says that they want to see you at the end of the day. I would pretty much imagine that you'd be really nervous that you are going to have to talk to the owner of the business because at this point you weren't performing as what others thought you ought to.Sermon NotesII Corinthians 5:10 All believers must appearI Corinthians 3:10 – 15 Be careful how you build
There was a man named Saul who was later his name changed was Paul wrote a letter to the church at Philippine and he said that he had great confidence in who he was and what he had accomplished. And yet he makes a very strange comparison to that. Great work that he had done and the significance of who he was. And that balance between that and having faith in Jesus. Come and listen to that startling comparison of what he thinks about that accomplishment that he had done versus his faith. If you have your. Bibles. Then you should turn to Philippians Chapter 3 and we're going to start with verse 7. Now while you're turning to that. Want you to. Understand that. We used to hear a lot about. Work life balance. And people wanting to make sure that that their work didn't so consumed them, that it totally occupied their their life and they tried to to do a balance and then today you hear a lot about quiet quitting.Sermon NotesPhilippians 3:7 & 8 The loss of everything is counted gain when knowing ChristPhilippians 3:9 Not only knowing Christ but being found in HimPhilippians 3:10 A prayer that might know Him, power of His resurrection, the fellowship of His sufferings being conformed to His deathPhilippians 3:11 To obtain the resurrection of the dead
Most Christians think that worship comprised of going to church, singing some worship songs, and in some traditions raising your hands while you're singing them. Some who feel even more spiritual sing worship songs while they're at home or in the car. However, the Bible talks more of worship in a broader sense than just praising God with our voices. Come and listen to what the Bible talks about true worship beyond just hymn singing.Sermon NotesRomans 12:1 Worship also means presenting your body as a living and holy sacrifice to GodRomans 12:2 We are to be transformed by the renewing of our mindsRomans 8:5 – 8 The mind set on the flesh is hostile to God, dead and cannot please GodEphesians 4:17 - 24 Lay aside your old self like a garment and put on a new self by your mind1Corinthians 2:16 We have the mind of Christ
The Bible discusses a topic, especially in the book of Job, that you've probably observed in your life. That good things happen to good people, bad things happen to good people, good things happen to bad people, and bad things happen to bad people, as well as good. However, the Scriptures talk about another group of people and the promise that God makes to them. Come and listen to who that group of people is and what the promise of God is.Sermon NotesRomans 8:28 God causes everything to work for good if you love Him and are called to His purposeRomans 8:29 & 30 God working to make you betterRomans 8:31 If God is for us nothing is against usRomans 8:32 Since God did not spare Jesus there is no wayf He will not give you good thingsRomans 8:33 Wo will bring an accusation against us because God justifiesRomans 8:34 Who can condemn because Jesus intercedesRomans 8:35 – 39 Nothing can separate you from the love of God. Paul gives a list showing no separation from God’s love
When public prayer and private prayer was removed from public school, many religious people's response was, "There will always be prayer in school as long as there are tests." The reason for that is that people usually pray when there's a felt need, and the stronger the felt need, the more fervent the prayer. So for instance, even in a combat situation when it gets hot and heavy, many agnostics or even atheists who are unsure or convinced there's no God will reach out and pray that God might save them or keep them from harm.We tend to pray with there is felt needs. However, the Bible suggests that we pray more than that, and it also tells us how to be effective in that prayer and how God helps us. So I would ask you to come and listen to what the Bible says about prayer and how to be effective.Sermon Notes1 Thessalonians 5:17 & 18 Do not stop prayingJames 4:3 Don’t get because ask with wrong motivesRomans 8:26 & 27When we do not know how to pray the Spirit does it for us because it intercedes according to the will of GodMatthew 6:9 – 13 The Lord’s teaching on prayer
Unfortunately, we are very politically divided, so this example I'm going to suggest that whoever happens to be the president is a person you voted for and supported. But let's say this person just was inaugurated, and then you get contacted shortly thereafter that they want to meet you, but not only do they want to meet you, they want to meet you in the Oval Office, and they want to discuss with you what your concerns are and what your needs are. I'm pretty certain you would make sure that you are able to go to that White House, go to that Oval Office, and discuss your problems with the president. Someone far greater than the president, with far more power than the president, has sent you a letter with the very same topics. You can see what that greater person is and how he wants to discuss with you your needs.Hebrews 4:14 & 15 Jesus understands what we are going through, yet without sineHebrews 4:16 Because of that we can go directly to the Throne of Grace (God) with confidence and get helpHebrews 7:25 Jesus save forever to those who draw near to God because He intercedes for usJames 4:8 Draw near to God and He will draw near to you
The Roman Empire developed a mechanism to execute people. It was called crucifixion. It was a cruel, painful, and shameful way to die. But that's how they treated their criminals, their insurrectionists, and anybody else who might defy them. Almost 2,000 years ago, Jesus was crucified. But he wasn't crucified as a criminal. Even the one who judged him Pilate said that he found no fault in him. The concept of crucifixion has come to us when you'll hear people say, "Well, I'm being crucified," which usually means that they're being attacked or judged improperly. The Scriptures talk about crucifixion as well, but it has an entirely different view towards crucifixion. So come and listen to this message on crucified to see what the Bible says about it.Sermon NotesGalatians 2:20 Crucified with Christ yet I liveGalatians 5:24 Passions and desires crucifiedGalatians 6:14 The world has been crucified to me and I to the worldLuke 9:23 – 26 Pick up your cross and follow Him
You will frequently hear parents say that they want their children to be happy. Well, the Father in heaven wants more than your happiness. As a matter of fact, He wants not only for your happiness, but it was something greater than that and it is His will. Come and listen to what the Father's will is for your life that is greater than happiness.Sermon Notes1 Thessalonians 5:16 – 18 God’s will is to rejoice always, pray without ceasing and give thanksPhilippians 4:4 We are to rejoice in the Lord alwaysJames 1:2 – 4 Rejoice in various trials it produces enduranceMatthew 5:11 & 12 Rejoice when you are persecuted because of Jesus, you will have a great reward in heaven
There seems to be today a overburden of anxiety. People are anxious for personal things like finance or health or family situations. Other people are anxious because of climate change or overpopulation or whatever the worldwide problem might be. There seems to be a lot of self-help books on how to deal with anxiety, but they don't seem to help. I encourage you as we take a look today at what the Bible says about being anxious and how to deal with it.Sermon NotesPhilippians 4:6 – 8 Don’t be anxious and how to avoid itMatthew 6:24 – 34 Don’t worry, it does not help
Knowledge is a wonderful thing. We know what we know. There are times that we know what we don't know. And unfortunately, there are times when we don't know what we don't know. John is going to write a letter to believers about eternal life. He's going to tell us something that we can know, but unfortunately, many believers don't know that they know this. So come and listen to what John writes, that we believers can have in Jesus. Sermon Notes1 John 5:13 Knowing you have eternal lifeMatthew 7:21 – 23 He never knew themRomans 8:16 & 17 The Spirit bears witness with our spiritPsalm 51:10 – 13 Restore the joy of salvation
You've probably heard it said, or maybe you've even said it yourself, "Don't judge me." Someone says that usually because they're pretty sure that the outcome of that judgment is negative, that for some reason that they didn't act or say the right things and don't want to hear that condemnation. The Scripture is going to talk about two different types of people, those who are judged and those who aren't. Let me listen to how to be on one group or the other. Is one in which I try to take scriptures that are bite-sized, something that you can easily memorize, so that when you are dealing with life, that these scriptures will come to memory and you will defeat the liar.Sermon NotesRomans 8:1 Now those in Jesus are not condemnedJohn 3:14 – 18 Those who do not believe in Jesus are condemned already, it is not the rejection of Jesus
Some of those popular books and bookshops are self-help books. People are always trying to improve their lives, whether it's to become rich, to influence friends, become, make friends. There's always people seeming to want to better their lives. However, they rarely talk about and look at how to live and be righteous. There is a book that talks about that and how to live that way and I'll become that way. Let's see what a righteous person lives.Sermon NotesRomans 1:17 Quoting Habakkuk 2:4Genesis 15:1 – 5 God’s promise to AbramGenesis 15:6 Abram’s response and God’s response to Abram’s responseHebrews 11:1 & 2 Approval by God is faithHebrews 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please God
There are a couple of common expressions about circumstances. One is keeping up with the Joneses. There's a sense of our circumstances being at least the same as someone else. The other common expression is, "I complained that I had no shoes until I saw a person with no feet." That's an attempt to say that we feel bitter about ourselves because our circumstances isn't as bad as others. Jesus is going to tell Peter about his destiny.Sermon NotesRomans 1:17 Quoting Habakkuk 2:4Genesis 15:1 – 5 God’s promise to AbramGenesis 15:6 Abram’s response and God’s response to Abram’s responseHebrews 11:1 & 2 Approval by God is faithHebrews 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please God
Jesus is going to ask Peter the same question three times. We're going to see that there's a lot of discussion about why Jesus did that, but very little discussion on why it was important for you and me. So let us see what Jesus asked Peter and the question we should ask ourselves.John 21:15 Jesus asks Peter do you love Me and Peter answers Yes. Jesus tells him to “Tend MY lambs”John 21:16 Jesus asks Peter a second time “Do you love Me”. Peter again responds Yes. Jesus tells him to “Shepherd My sheep”John 21:17 Jesus aks Peter a third time, Peter is grieved and responds the same and Jesus tells him to “Tend My sheep”1 John 3:13 - 18 Love is not words it is deeds1 John 4:19 We love because He first loved us
The Gospel of John records four different occasions when Jesus appears as the resurrected one. Three times he appears with his disciples. This time it's substantially different from the other times that John records. Come see what the difference is when the disciples have breakfast with the risen one.Sermon NotesJohn 21:1 Jesus appears to His disciples againJohn 21:2 & 3 Peter with 6 other disciples agree to go fishing, but catch nothingJohn 21:4 & 5 Jesus on the beach asked knowing they had caught nothing said to them “.. you do not have any fish do you?” and they answer noJohn 21:6 Jesus tells them to cast their net on the right-hand side of the boat and you will find a catch. They did so and caught so many they could not bring the net into the boatJohn 21:7 John recognized Jesus, told Peter and Peter put his outer garment back on and jumped into the seaJohn 21:8 The rest of the disciples brought the boat and the fish back to landJohn 21:9 Jesus already had a charcoal fire with fishand bread and ask them to bring some ofthe fish they had caughtJohn 21:11 Peter went to help draw up the net and there were 153 fish, but the net had not tornJohn 21:12 Jesus feeds them breakfast. This is the third time Jesus had appeared to them
There is a common expression, "seeing is believing," but when Thomas was told by his fellow disciples that they had seen the Lord, he refused to believe but said, "Not only must I see, but I must touch the wounds that he had." Jesus will later tell Thomas that there are certain benefits by believing but not seeing. Let's see what Jesus talks about in this situation.John 20:19 & 20 Jesus appears in the room where the disciples are even though the doors were shut, shows His wounds and they rejoiceJohn 20:21 Jesus tells them as the Father sent Him, He is sending themJohn 20:22 Ahe breathed on them and said “Receive the Holy SpiritJohn 20:23 Forgiving and retaining sinsJohn 20:24 & 25 Thomas was not with the other disciples and even though they tell him they have seen the Lord, he refuses to believe unless he sees the wounded hands and put his finger in Jesus’ sideJohn 20:26 & 27 8 days later Jesus gives Thomas the opportunity to do as Thomas demandedJohn 20:28 Thomas responds “My Lord and my God”John 20:29 Jesus tells him “Blessed are those who believe but have not seen”
Sermon NotesJohn 20:1 & 2 Mary Magdalene went to the tomb while it was still dark, saw the stone rolled away and assumed someone took Jesus’ bodyJohn 20:3 – 8 Peter and John run to the tomb after being told that Jesus’ body was missing, entered into the tomb, did not find the body, but found the linen wrappingsJohn 20:9 They didn’t understand the Scriptures about Jesus rising from the deadJohn 20:10 Peter and John went homeJohn 20:11 – 14 Mary while weeping looked into the tomb and saw two angels, who ask her why she is weepingJohn 20:15 Jesus asks her why she is weeping and she turns around, thinking that Jesus is the gardener asks where the body was takenJohn 20:16 When Jesus says her name she recognizes HimJohn 20:17 Jesus tells her to stop clinging to Him and tells her and go to His brethren and tell them that “I ascend to the Father”John 20:18 Mary does as instructed1 Corinthians 15:3 - 8 Jesus’ resurrection according to the Scriptures
Why do Christians believe that Jesus is the Son of God, the Messiah? Many people who aren't followers think, "Well, it's just blind faith." We disagree. Our faith is based on the scriptures and historic events. In a couple weeks, we'll be talking about the major event that happened that causes most people to say that's why they believe that Jesus is the Son of God. However, the scriptures told us ahead of time when Jesus would appear. They told us how we would teach and how we would be rejected by His people. It also foretold that He would be crucified in the manner of that death. It also talked about His burial. Most times people don't look at that. But the scriptures foretold the way that Jesus' body would be handled and the condition of that body and how He would be buried. They were done according to the scriptures. So we have faith based upon events that happened according to the scriptures. See how His condition of the body and His burial comported with the scriptures.Sermon NotesJohn 19:31 & 32 The Jews want the crucifixion over to avoid being on PassoverJohn 19:33 & 34 Since Jesus was already dead His bones were not broken, but the soldier pierced Jesus’ side and blood and water poured outJohn 19:35 John witnessed these things, they are true so that we might believeJohn 19:36 & 37 No bones broken and Jesus was pierced in the side, which confirmed the ScripturesJohn 19:38 – 40 Joseph and Nicodemus take Jesus’ body and care for itJohn 19:41 & 42 They lay Jesus’s body in an unused tomb confirming the ScripturesIsaiah 53:9 Messiah’s grave predicted
The Roman Empire crucified thousands of people. They also were involved in the crucifixion of Jesus. But the crucifixion of Jesus was different in many ways. I invite you to come and listen to this message on how the crucifixion of Jesus was different and how it impacts you.Sermon NotesJohn 19:17 Jesus bears His own crossJohn 19:18 He was crucified between two menJohn 19:19 – 22 Pilate has an inscription written and the Jews object, but Pilate leaves itJohn 19:23 – 25a The soldiers gamble for Jesus’ clothing – according to the ScripturesJohn 19:25b – 27 Even while being crucified He makes sure His mother is cared forJohn 19:28 & 29 Jesus says “I am thirsty” – according to the ScripturesJohn 19:30 Jesus gives up His Spirit, it is not taken from Him1 Corinthians 15:3 Jesus died for our sins according to the Scriptures
From the time that Jesus was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, the people who arrested him bound him and led him to Annas' house. They were seeking to assert control and authority over Jesus. It's interesting, trying to assert control and authority over the Son of God.When Jesus fails to immediately answer one of Pilate's questions, Pilate says, "Don't you understand that I have authority over you?" Jesus tells him the authority that he has doesn't come from the Roman government.John 19:1 Pilate has Jesus scourgedJohn 19:2 & 3 Roman soldiers abuse JesusJohn 19:4 & 5 Pilate presents Jesus saying he finds no guilt in HimJohn 19:6 & 7 Pilate attempts to avoid responsibility, but the chief priests and offiers demand that Jesus be crucified and state that Jesus claimed to be the Son of GodJohn 19:8 – 11 Jesus refuses to answer Pilate’s questions. Pilate asserts he has authority over Jesus, but Jesus responds he only has authority because it was given by heaven. But Jeus also says those who are delivering Him have greater sin than PilateJohn 19:12 – 15 Pilate still seeks to release Jesus, but the Jews keep the pressure on by saying that if he doesn’t crucify Jesus he is no friend of Caesar and they have no king but Caesar
The religious leaders take Jesus to Pilate who is a Roman governor to authorize his crucifixion. During that time Pilate and Jesus have a conversation about his kingdom and his kingship, but during that conversation Pilate deflects by asking a question. He doesn't care really about the answer to the question because he doesn't spend any time to listen. The second thing is he asks the wrong question. Come and hear what Pilate asked and the question he should have asked.Sermon NotesJohn 18:28 - 32 Religious leaders take Jesus to Pilate to crucify without accusationJohn 18:33 – 37 Pilate discusses with Jesus about being a king and the kingdomJohn 18:38a What is truth?John 18:38b – 40 Pilate tries to release Jesus but the crowd wants him to release a robber
Today's message, we're going to take a look at Peter and his denial of his Lord. It would be easy, and it is easy, to quickly judge Peter for those failures. But sometimes, even though Peter had told Jesus that he'd be willing to die for him, we'll take a look at maybe sometimes it is easier to die for Christ than to live for him. But also, what we're going to take a look at is that while Peter denied Jesus, all of us have done something that we regret or are ashamed of. But the fortunate thing, just like Peter and in our lives as well, that's not the final end to the story. So let's take a look at what Peter does and what will happen.Sermon NotesJohn 18:12 & 13 Jesus is arrested, bound and taken to Annas’ houseJohn 18:14 John reminds us of Caiaphas was the one who said that “it is expedient that one man die on behalf of the people”John 18:15 & 16 Peter and another disciple follow Jesus to Anna’s house and the other disciple helps Peter to enterJohn 18:17 Peter’s first denialJohn 18:18 Peter and others warm themselves by a charcoal fireJohn 18:19 – 21 Jesus questioned about His teachings and His disciplesJohn 18:22 Jesus struckJohn 18:23 Jesus responds to being struckJohn 18:24 Jesus sent bound to Caiaphas, the High PriestJohn 18:25 – 27 Peter denies being a disciple for the second and third time and immediately a rooster crowed
There are times in our lives when we may face circumstances when we truly wonder whether God is in control and can solve our problems. Jesus is going to show a situation where his betrayal and his seizure is such that he is not a victim, but he is in control. And not only to make sure that God's purposes are accomplished, but he protects his own. Come and see how God is in control of even circumstances that seem to be out of control.Sermon NotesJohn 18:1 Jesus goes to a garden with His disciplesJohn 18:2 & 3 Judas knowing where Jesus often went led a Roman cohort and officersJohn 18:4 – 7 Even though Jesus is to be arrested He takes chargeJohn 18:8 & 9 Jesus tells them to let His disciples goJohn 18:10 & 11 Peter tries to defend Jesus, but Jesus tells him this is the cup Jesus is to drink
We're going to continue looking at how Jesus was praying for His disciples that were present with Him. He's going to continue to do that, but He's going to make a surprising prayer request for future disciples, which means He's going to pray for you and me. Come and see what His prayer requests are for you and me.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 17:13 Jesus continues to pray that the joy He has will be complete in themJohn 17:14 Jesus gave them the Father’s word and the world hates themJohn 17:15 & 16 Jesus does not ask them to be taken out of the world, but be protected from the evil oneJohn 17:17 – 19 Jeus asks the Father to sanctify His disciples and He has sanctified Himself for themJohn 17:20 Jesus prays for future disciplesJohn 17:21 Jesus prays that the future disciple be one as the Father and He are oneJohn 17:22 Jesus gave the disciples the glory given to Him so that they may be one as the Father and He areJohn 17:23 If the disciples are in Jesus and Jesus in the Father, they will be perfected in unity and know that the Father sent Jesus and the Father loves the disciples just as He loves the SonJohn 17:25 & 26 The world does not know the Father, but Jesus knows the Father and the disciples know that the Father sent the Son and Jesus has made the Father’s name known and is making it known so that the Father’s love of the Son may be in them and Jesus in them
Jesus would frequently throughout the scriptures go by himself and pray. His disciples asked him to teach them how to pray and we call that teaching the Lord's Prayer, although that's not really what it was, it's the disciples prayer. We only have two or three opportunities in the scriptures to see Jesus's actual prayer. One was when he was praying at the tomb of Lazarus, he spoke out loud so that the people might come to believe. We see him praying in the Garden of Gethsemane where he asked this cup to be passed from him. In John 17 which we're going to take a look at today, he prays an extensive prayer. We're only going to look at the first part of that prayer and he's going to ask for four different matters to be answered by the Father. Come and see what those four requests are.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeJohn 17:1
We celebrate what most of the world calls Easter or some called resurrection Sunday. I happen to call first verse but that's for a different time. The fact that Jesus rose from the dead is essential to the Christian faith. If he did not raise from the dead then our faith is in vain and the scripture says that. There are a number of people who have witnessed the resurrection of Jesus. The Apostle Paul outlines how many different appearances plus others and as well as over 500 people saw Jesus. We have this tendency that Jesus rose from the dead, appeared for a little while, then left. In reality he rose and was around the earth for 40 days before he ascended. Of all the various accounts of his resurrection we're going to take a look at one of my very favorite accounts. That's about two men who are traveling on a road from Jerusalem to Emmaus. We'll see and discuss their experience.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesLuke 24:13 & 14 2 men were walking and talking about what had happened in JerusalemLuke 24:15 – 24 Jesus comes and joins in their discussion, but they are prevented from recognizing HimLuke 24:25 – 27 Jesus explains what has happened and taught them the ScripturesLuke 24:28 – 31 Jesus eats with them and as He breaks bread they recognize Him and He vanishedLuke 24:32 The men state “Didn’t our hearts burn as He was speaking and teaching the ScripturesLuke 24:33 – 35 They go back to Jerusalem and relate what they saw and witness to them that Jesus actual rose from the dead
Palm Sunday. All those universally Christian churches on this day will celebrate Palm Sunday and as a part of that celebration will read or preach on what is called the triumphal entry. I want to take a little departure from that. I think that was an important entry by Jesus into Jerusalem but I think there is another real triumphal entry. Come and listen to what that alternative may be.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesLuke 19:28 – 40 Jesus enters Jerusalem that is called the Triumphal EntryZechariah 14:9 – 17 Jesus comes to the rescue of Jerusalem and then rules and reigns as the King, the Lord of Hosts
While heading to the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus is going to be talking to his disciples and figurative language initially about his death and resurrection. He tells them that their reaction is going to be very different than the world's reaction, but their reaction is only going to be temporary and eventually their change reaction will be permanent. It will also tell them that during their time here on earth, they will be facing tribulation, but they can have peace because of what Jesus is going to do. Come see what Jesus says, how we can have peace.John 16:16 Jesus speaks figuratively about His death and resurrectionJohn 16:17 & 18 Disciples talk among themselves what Jesus might meanJohn 16:19 – 22 Jesus tells them they will grieve and then that grief will turn to joy and that joy can’t be taken awayJohn 16:23 & 24 The Father will give to them things asked for in Jesus’ nameJohn 16:25 – 28 Jesus talks plainly to them about going to the Father and prayerJohn 16:29 & 30 Disciples response is that they believeJohn 16:31 – 33 Jesus tells them even though they believe they will be scattered, but He will not be alone and that He has overcome the world
There are times when we've all experienced situations where we don't feel comfortable or we're feeling like we're not really welcomed. Jesus is going to tell his disciples that not only they're not going to be welcome, but they're going to be hated. And he's going to explain why they're going to be hated and what the world is going to be reacting to them. Come and see why Jesus says the world hates his disciples.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 15:18 If the world hates you, it hated Jesus firstJohn 15:19 You are not of this worldJohn 15:20 & 21 You are not above your Master, they will treat you the same wayJohn 15:23 Hating Jesus equals hating the FatherJohn 15:24 & 25 Seeing Jesus and His works and rejecting Him confirmed the ScriptureJohn 15:26 & 27 The Holy Spirit and the disciples will testify regarding Jesus
There are times when we've all experienced situations where we don't feel comfortable or we're feeling like we're not really welcomed. Jesus is going to tell his disciples that not only they're not going to be welcome, but they're going to be hated. And he's going to explain why they're going to be hated and what the world is going to be reacting to them. Come and see why Jesus says the world hates his disciples.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 15:18 If the world hates you, it hated Jesus firstJohn 15:19 You are not of this worldJohn 15:20 & 21 You are not above your Master, they will treat you the same wayJohn 15:23 Hating Jesus equals hating the FatherJohn 15:24 & 25 Seeing Jesus and His works and rejecting Him confirmed the ScriptureJohn 15:26 & 27 The Holy Spirit and the disciples will testify regarding Jesus
If you knew you were going to die within a few hours, or that you were to take a trip that you were going to be gone for a long time, and your loved ones and the people you cared about were gathered around you, what would you talk about? I suspect it would not be the weather or some other inconsequential things that you would talk about things that would be very important to you, and if you repeated those things it might be because they're very important to you. At this point we're going to take a look at the Scriptures where Jesus is going to be arrested in a few hours, and He's going to be teaching His disciples some additional information, but He keeps repeating Himself on one particular topic. Come and listen to see what that one particular topic is and how it should apply to our ministry as well.Sermon NotesJohn 15:12 Jesus repeats His commandment to love fellow disciples as He hasJohn 15:13 Greater love is to lay one’s life down for his friendsJohn 15:14 We are Jesus’ friends if we do as He commandsJohn 15:15 His disciples are no longer slaves, but friends because He is disclosing what the Father has saidJohn 15:16 They dis not choose Jesus, He chose them and appointed them to bear fruit so that what you ask the Father will do in Jesus’ nameJohn 15:17 Jesus again repeats His commandment
Sermon NotesJohn 15:1 Jesus is the true vine and the Father is the vinedresserJohn 15:2 Branches that do not produce fruit are taken away. Branches that produce fruit are pruned so that more fruit may be producedJohn 15:3 The branches are already clean due to the word of JesusJohn 15:4 & 5 The key to producing fruit is living in Jesus and Jesus living in youJohn 15:6 Those who do not abide in Jesus dry up and are thrown into the fireJohn 15:7 If you abide in Jesus you can ask what you wantJohn 15:8 The Father is glorified when you bear fruit and prove to be Jesus’ disciplesJohn 15:9 As Jesus abides in the Father and He has loved Him, abide in Jesus’ loveJohn 15:10 How to abide in Jesus’ love: Keep His commandmentsJohn 15:11 Jesus has told us this so that His joy may be in us and our joy be complete
Sermon NotesJohn 14:16 & 17 Jesus will ask the Father to give us the Holy Spirit as a HelperJohn 14:18 – 20 Jesus did not leave them or us as orphans He will come to us?John 14:21 Loving Jesus is not words but obeying HimJohn 14:22 The question what has happened that Jesus is not going to disclose Himself to the worldJohn 14:23 & 24 Jesus does not answer the question, instead repeats Himself and adds keeping His words results in the Father loving usJohn 14:25 & 26 The Helper will teach us and bring things into remembrance what Jesus taughtJohn 14:27 Jesus gives us a better peaceJohn 14:28 They should rejoice that Jesus is going away because He is going to the FatherJohn 14:29 & 30 Jesus told them before it happens so that they may believeJohn 14:31 Jesus does what He teaches us to do
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 14:7 Seeing Jesus is seeing the FatherJohn 14:8 Philip asks for Jesus to show them the FatherJohn 14:9 – 10 Jesus’ response to that requestJohn 14:11 Jesus say believe Him or believe the works He has doneJohn 14:12 Whoever believes in Jesus will do greater works than Jesus didJohn 14:13 & 14 Whatever asked in Jesus name will be done so that the Father may be glorifiedJohn 14:15 If you love Jesus you will keep His commandments
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 14:1 Believe in God and in JesusJohn 14:2 & 3 In the Father’s house are many dwelling places and Jesus goes not only to prepare a place for us, but to come again and takes us to HimJohn 14:4 & 5 Jesus tells them they know where He is going, but they say they do notJohn 14:6 & 7 Jesus is the Way and the Truth and the Life You only get to the Father through Him
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 13:34 A new commandmentMatthew 22:34 – 40 The two greatest commandmentsJohn 13:35 How the world knows that we are His
It is common to have to teach somebody a particular thing several times before they get it. When Jesus celebrates a Passover which is the last Passover he will celebrate with his disciples here on earth, what we call the Last Supper, Jesus is going to teach them, but he's going to do it in a unique fashion. He's going to teach them by an example, and then he's going to teach them what he meant by doing what he did. Come and listen to what Jesus did and what Jesus taught, which is so different than what the world expects us to do.Sermon NotesJohn 13:1 Jesus knowing the situation, loved His disciples until the endJohn 13:2 They were not all His disciplesJohn 13: 3 – 5 Jesus got up from the meal, girded Himself and washed His disciples’ feetJohn 13:6 – 10 Jesus and Peter have a discussion about washing Peter’s feetJohn 13:11 Jesus says not all of His disciples are cleanJohn 13:12 – 17 Jesus teaches about what He did so they might understandMatthew 20:25 – 28John 13:18 & 19 Jesus tells them before it happens that He will be betrayed so they might believeJohn 13:20 Jesus tells them those He sends that believe will believe Him and the One that sent Him
During Jesus' earthly ministry, it's not unlike today. There were those who believed, but many did not or could not believe. There were others who believed but did not confess. Jesus said that He came into the world not to judge the world but to save it. But He does tell us there is something that we'll judge. Come and listen to what that has to be said.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 12:37 Even though He performed so many signs and yet they didn’t believeJohn 12:38 – 41 The unbelief was not a surprise, Isaiah prophesied itJohn 12:42 & 43 Yet many of the rulers believed in Him, but were afraid to confess thatJohn 12:44 – 46 To believe and see Jesus is to see and believe in the FatherJohn 12:47 & 48 He came to save the world, not to judge it, but if you don’t believe His teachings will judge youJohn 12:49 & 50 He did not come on His own initiative, but the Father command Him what to say and did just as the Father told Him
Now that we're in the Advent or Christmas season, we're going to take a look at Matthew's Gospel talking about the events that took place after Jesus's birth. It's interesting that in our culture we have a number of traditions. Some of those traditions aren't exactly what the Scriptures say, so we're going to take a look at that. But what I'm going to more take a look at is the importance not of what the tradition is right or wrong, but the most important aspect of that narrative that Matthew talks about, how these magi, these wise men, come see Jesus and why. Come and listen.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesMatthew 2:1a Jesus born in Bethlehem during Herod the Greats reignMatthew 2:1b & 2 Magi came to worship the king of the Jews (Jesus)Matthew 2:3 Herod and the people of Jerusalem troubled by the newsMatthew 2:4 – 6 It is determined that the King would be born in BethlehemMatthew 2:7 & 8 Herod tells the Magi secretly and wants them to report back to him after they find HimMatthew 2:9 Magi are led by the same star and it stands over the place where Jesus isMatthew 2:10 They rejoiceMatthew 2:11 They went into the house and worshiped Him and presented Him giftsMatthew 2:12 Warned by God not to go back to Jerusalem, but go another way
As Jesus is in Jerusalem, He's going to be confronted with a decision that will change history one way or the other. But He makes His decision based on a particular principle. Now there are times when we are faced with critical decisions that may not change history but will probably change the course of our lives. I think it would be good to see what type of principle Jesus uses when we're confronted with such decisions.Message by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 12:27 He is troubled by what is to come, but that is why He cameJohn 12:28 Jesus asks the Father’s name be glorified. The Father responds He has and willJohn 12:29 & 30 The Father spoke audibly, but some are confusedJohn 12:31 – 33 Jesus foretells the kind of death He will sufferJohn 12:34 Crowd believes the Messiah will never dieJohn 12:35 & 36a Jesus says walk and believe in the LightJohn 13:36b Jesus hids Himself
There are a lot of people who will give you different advice on how to live a wonderful, valuable life. Some people will tell you that you should have as much fun as you can. Others will say get as much fame or fortune or power as you can. Jesus has a very different approach to this than advice. Come listen to what Jesus has to say about life and how to live it forever.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 12:20 – 22 Greek believers want to meet JesusJohn 12:23 Jesus tells them it is time for Him to be glorifiedJohn 12:24J Jesus’ death is necessary to bear much fruitJohn 12:25 A seeming oxymoron, Loving your life, you will lose it – Hate your life keeps it to eternal lifeJohn 12:26 Serving Jesus is to follow Him and if you do that the Father will honor you
Tradition, some people dislike it, want to eliminate all tradition. Other people will hold on tradition whether there's any real reason to have it or not. There's a lot of tradition that has been involved around the triumphal entry of what we call Palm Sunday and the Passion Week. Let's take a look at that tradition and to see what's actual and what has been misunderstood.Message by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 12:12 – 18A great crowd is there to meet Jesus as He enters Jerusalem bringing palm branches and shouting Hosanna!John 12:19 The Pharisees are concerned their plans are not workingJohn 12:20 – 22 Greek Jews want to meet Jesus and go to PhilipJohn 12:23 Jesus tells them now is the time for Him to be glorifiedJohn 12:24 Jesus’ death is necessary to bear much fruitJohn 12:25 Love your life, then lose itJohn 12:26 To serve Jesus is to follow Him and if you do the Father will honor you
There are times when people give an extravagant offering or a gift. They don't see many of those, but when they do happen, oftentimes the gift giver. And the gift is criticized by others. We're going to see such an incidence in the life of Jesus and his ministry. Let's see what the offering is, what the criticism is and what Jesus and response to it. Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 12:1 & 2A supper is prepared for Jesus, Lazarus eats, Martha servesJohn 12:3 Mary anoints Jesus’ feet and wipes them with her hairJohn :12:4 – 6 Judas upset about the offering and we are told whyJohn 12:7 & 8 Jesus tells them to leave her aloneJohn 12:9 A large crowd came to see Jesus and LazarusJohn 12:10 & 11 Chief Priest planned to put Jesus and L:azarus to death
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 11:47 & 48 Priests and Pharisees convene a Council about Jesus because they were concerned about their placeJohn 11:49 & 50 Caiaphas the High Priest states it is expedient for one man to dieJohn 11:51 – 53 An explanation of the statementJohn 11:54 – 57 Jesus stays out of Jerusalem until Passover
The Glory of GodMany Christians, when they're discussing with other Christians going through difficult times or circumstances, will tell them, to encourage them, that God will show up timely. It may be just the nick of time that God will show up in their circumstances. We're going to take a look at scriptures today, where God doesn't show up timely. As a matter of fact, He waits a few extra days. It's not because He didn't care about the situation of the people. As a matter of fact, the scriptures will tell us He loved them.But He did so because there was a greater reason for Him to delay.So let us take a look at sometimes when it seems like God is not showing up right when we expect Him to, that there might be a greater reason. But also, this will show us that even if God shows up late, He doesn't show up too late.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 11:1 – 3 Word is sent to Jesus that Lazarus, one He loves is sickJohn 11:4 The sickness end is the glory of GodJohn 11:5 & 6 Even though Jesus loves the family He stays 2 more daysJohn 11:7 -10 Jesus tells His disciples that it is time to go to Lazarus, but they are concerned for Jesus because people want to stone HimJohn 11:11 – 15 Jesus tells them Lazarus is deadJohn 11:16 Thomas tells the other disciples that they should go with Jesus and die with HimJohn 11:17 Lazarus has been dead 4 daysJohn 11:18 – 22 Martha meets Jesus before He arrives at her house and said to Him if He would have been there her brother would not have diedJohn 11:23 & 24 Martha has a theological discussion with JesusJohn 11:25 – 27 Jesus tells her He “Is the Resurrection and the life”John 11:28 - 31 Mary responds and goes to meet Jesus, other morns think she is going to the tomb to mourn go with herJohn 11:32 -38 Jesus is deeply moved and weptJohn 11:39 – 41 Jesus tells them to remove the stone, but they are concerned because Lazarus has been dead 4 days and would stinkJohn 11:42 – 44 Jesus prays out load for the benefit of those present and L:zarus is raised from the deadJohn 11:45 & 46 Some believe and some told on Jesus
As I announce each week before I begin the message, the message will come from the Gospel of John chapter 10, starting with verse 1, which I expect you to have your Bibles and open there too, because I want you to make sure what I say is the Scriptures, is actually the Scriptures, because sometimes I throw you a curve ball. Now Jesus, one of Jesus' teaching styles, especially when it came to the general public, was to teach in parables. Now parables is kind of like metaphors, except not only does it compare something, it has spiritual significance. And so Jesus is going to present two parables, parables in this accounting of the Gospel, and we're going to see the first parable they just don't get, which is not unusual, because most of the people never seem to get his parables. Even his own followers oftentimes would say, "Jesus, what did you mean by that?" And so hopefully we'll be able to understand what the parables are and to appreciate his teaching.Sermon NotesJohn 10:1 – 6 Jesus is the Good Shepherd. He enters and sheep hear His voice and follow Him, but not the voie of anotherJohn 10:7 – 10 Jesus is the door and those who came before Him are thieves and robbersJohn 10:11 – 13 As the Good Shepherd He will lay down His life for the sheep, but a hired hand would notJohn 10:14 & 15 He knows His sheep and His sheep know HimJohn 10:16 He has other sheep, which are not in this foldJohn 10:17 & 18 The father loves Him because He lays down His life for the sheepJohn 10:19 – 21 There is a division over who Jesus is
As I announce each week before I begin the message, the message will come from the Gospel of John chapter 10, starting with verse 1, which I expect you to have your Bibles and open there too, because I want you to make sure what I say is the Scriptures, is actually the Scriptures, because sometimes I throw you a curve ball. Now Jesus, one of Jesus' teaching styles, especially when it came to the general public, was to teach in parables. Now parables is kind of like metaphors, except not only does it compare something, it has spiritual significance. And so Jesus is going to present two parables, parables in this accounting of the Gospel, and we're going to see the first parable they just don't get, which is not unusual, because most of the people never seem to get his parables. Even his own followers oftentimes would say, "Jesus, what did you mean by that?" And so hopefully we'll be able to understand what the parables are and to appreciate his teaching.
We live in a very relativistic society. So much so, the truth is even relative. Your truth may not be my truth, and we all can have different truths. In my opinion, that's wrong. That truth is an absolute. It's either right, correct, truthful, or not. But it's not important what I think. We're going to take a look at what Jesus says about truth and its consequences. So come and take a look at what Jesus has to say about truth and how it affects us.Sermon NotesJohn 8:31 & 32 If you believe in Him and continue in His word, you will know the truth and the truth will make you freeJohn 8:33 Their response – since they are Abraham’s decedents, they have never been enslavedJohn 8:34 – 38 Jesus’s response: If you commit sin you are a slave to sin. If the Son makes you free, you are fee indeed, but even if they are Abraham’s decedents, they do not have His word in themJohn 8:39 & 40 They repeat Abraham is their father. Jesus says then do the deeds of Abrahamn, but they are not doing as Abraham didJohn 8:41 & 42 They are doing the deeds of their father, but if God were their father they would love JesusJohn 8:43 Why don’t they understand, because they don’t hear (understand) His wordsJohn 8:44 – 47 Jesus says their father is the devil, he who hears is of GodJohn 8:48 – 55 They accuse Jesus of being a half breed and having a demon – Jesus responds God the Father will glorify Him because He does not glorify HimselfJohn 8:56 Jesus says Abraham long to see His day and saw and was gladJohn 8:57 They say Jesus isn’t old enough to have seen AbrahamJohn 8:58 Jesus response before Abraham “I Am”John 8:59 They wanted to stoe Him but He went out of the temple
We live in a very relativistic society. So much so, the truth is even relative. Your truth may not be my truth, and we all can have different truths. In my opinion, that's wrong. That truth is an absolute. It's either right, correct, truthful, or not. But it's not important what I think. We're going to take a look at what Jesus says about truth and its consequences. So come and take a look at what Jesus has to say about truth and how it affects us.Sermon NotesJohn 8:31 & 32 If you believe in Him and continue in His word, you will know the truth and the truth will make you freeJohn 8:33 Their response – since they are Abraham’s decedents, they have never been enslavedJohn 8:34 – 38 Jesus’s response: If you commit sin you are a slave to sin. If the Son makes you free, you are fee indeed, but even if they are Abraham’s decedents, they do not have His word in themJohn 8:39 & 40 They repeat Abraham is their father. Jesus says then do the deeds of Abrahamn, but they are not doing as Abraham didJohn 8:41 & 42 They are doing the deeds of their father, but if God were their father they would love JesusJohn 8:43 Why don’t they understand, because they don’t hear (understand) His wordsJohn 8:44 – 47 Jesus says their father is the devil, he who hears is of GodJohn 8:48 – 55 They accuse Jesus of being a half breed and having a demon – Jesus responds God the Father will glorify Him because He does not glorify HimselfJohn 8:56 Jesus says Abraham long to see His day and saw and was gladJohn 8:57 They say Jesus isn’t old enough to have seen AbrahamJohn 8:58 Jesus response before Abraham “I Am”John 8:59 They wanted to stoe Him but He went out of the temple
Sometimes, a simple statement can have so much meaning. Jesus says, "He is the light of the world." Come listen as we unpack that simple one-sentence statement that He is the light of the world.Sermon NotesDiscussion on John 8:1 – 11John 8:12 Jesus says “I Am the Light of the WorldJohn 8:13 Pharisees say because it is only Jesus saying it, it is not trueJohn 8:14 Jesus’ response is even if He testifies about Himself, it is still trueJohn 8:15 – 18 But there are two witnesses, the Father and HimJohn 8:19 They ask “where is your father – Jesus responds they don’t know Him or the FatherJohn 8:20 Jesus’ teaching and this confrontation happened in the treasury in the templeJohn 8:21 – 27 Jesus says He is not of their world, but if they don’t believe in Him, they will die in their sinsJohn 8:28 & 29 Jesus says when they lift Him up (crucify Him) they will know that “ I Am He”John 8:30 After speaking these things many believed in Him
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Belief in the Midst of Unbelief”Sermon NotesJohn 7:1 – 6 His brothers don’t believe in Him and mocks HimJohn 7:7 - 9 Jesus says His time has not yet come and will not publicly go to JerusalemJohn 7:10 – 13 Jesus goes to Jerusalem and the religious Jews were seeking Him to kill HimJohn 7:14 – 18 Jesus teaches in the Temple and they are astonished at His knowledge and He explains why, because He does not seek His own gloryJohn 7:19 – 24 Jesus demonstrates His healing was not in violation of the Scriptures – He says judge righteouslyJohn 7:25 – 30 There is a dispute about Jesus and the religious leaders attempt to seize Him, but can’t because it is not His time yetJohn 7:31 But many in the crowd believed
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Belief in the Midst of Unbelief”Sermon NotesJohn 7:1 – 6 His brothers don’t believe in Him and mocks HimJohn 7:7 - 9 Jesus says His time has not yet come and will not publicly go to JerusalemJohn 7:10 – 13 Jesus goes to Jerusalem and the religious Jews were seeking Him to kill HimJohn 7:14 – 18 Jesus teaches in the Temple and they are astonished at His knowledge and He explains why, because He does not seek His own gloryJohn 7:19 – 24 Jesus demonstrates His healing was not in violation of the Scriptures – He says judge righteouslyJohn 7:25 – 30 There is a dispute about Jesus and the religious leaders attempt to seize Him, but can’t because it is not His time yetJohn 7:31 But many in the crowd believed
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“To Whom Shall We Go?”Sermon NotesJohn 6:59 & 60 Those following Jesus said it was a har/difficult statement that Jesus said about His flesh and bloodJohn 6:61 Jesus asks His disciples does the statement cause you to stumble?John 6:62 Jesus asks “What if they see Him ascending to heaven?John 6:63 Jesus says it is the Spirit Who gives lifeJohn 664 & 65 Jesus knows the one who will betray Him and again states no one can come to Him unless the Father granted itJohn 6:66 Many of the followers of Jesus stopped following HimJohn 6:67 Jesus asks the 12 do they want to leave Also?John 6:68 & 69 Peter response where else are they to go, it is Jesus who has the words of eternal lifeJohn 6:70 & 71 Jesus says He chose them, but one is a devil
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 6:41 & 42 Crowd complains about Jesus’ statementsJohn 6:43 47 Only those who the Father sends to Jesus will believe and have eternal lifeJohn 6:48 Jesus says He is the Bread of LifeJohn 6:49 Their fathers ate manna and diedJohn 6:50 & 51 Whoever eats of the Living Bread will live foreverJohn 6:52 They argue among themselves how can Jesus give them their flesh to eatJohn 6:53 – 58 Jesus reiterates that in in order to live forever you must eat His flesh and drink His blood
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor JoeSermon NotesJohn 6:15 Jesus goes to the mountains alone because the people want to forcibly take Him and make Him kingJohn 6:16 – 18 The disciples get in their boat and row, but because of the wind they make little progressJohn 6:19 – 21 Jesus walks on water, the disciples after discovering it was Jesus they invited Him into their boat- the boat immediately arrives at the other side of the seaJohn 6:22 – 24 The crowd looks for Jesus, but cannot find Him, so they got into boats and went to the other side of the seaJohn 6:25 They found Jesus and asked how He got there But He does not answer that question
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Sermon Notes John 6:15 Jesus goes to the mountains alone because the people want to forcibly take Him and make Him king John 6:16 – 18 The disciples get in their boat and row, but because of the wind they make little progress John 6:19 – 21 Jesus walks on water, the disciples after discovering it was Jesus they invited Him into their boat- the boat immediately arrives at the other side of the sea John 6:22 – 24 The crowd looks for Jesus, but cannot find Him, so they got into boats and went to the other side of the sea John 6:25 They found Jesus and asked how He got there But He does not answer that question
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Sermon Notes John 6:1 & 2 A large crowd followed Jesus John 6:3 - 5 Jesus tests Phillip John 6:6 – 9 Phillip and Andrew state the impossible situation John 6:10 & 11 Jesus passes out loaves and fishes – after giving thanks John 6:12 & 13 Only after everyone had their fill did they gather up the remaining food – There was more than when they started John 6:14 The people acknowledge Jesus as the Prophet who is to come
566 FBCWest | Testimony Concerning Jesus
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Sermon Notes John 5:31 Jesus acknowledges if He only testifies that is not proof John 5:32 There are others who have testified about Jesus John 5:33 – 35 John the Baptist (The Testifier) testified John 5:36 Jesu’s works testifies who He is John 5:37 & 38 The Father testified, but they haven’t heard Him John 5:39 & 40 The Scriptures testified who Jesus is John 5:41 – 43 They didn’t receive Jesus because He came in the Father’s name John 5:44 – 47 Moses, not Jesus, accuses their unbelief
565 FBCWest | The Dead Will Hear His Voice
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Sermon Notes John 5:24 If you hear Jesus’s words and believe God who sent Him, you have eternal life John 5:25 The dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and live John 5:26 & 27 The Father who has life granted the Son to have life and further gave Him authority over judgment John 5:28 & 29 There are two resurrections John 5:30 Jesus does nothing on His own initiative, but since He seeks God’s will He judges justly
564 FBCWest | Jesus Equal with the Father
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus Equal with the Father”
Sermon Notes John 5:18 Religious leaders wanted to kill Jesus for breaking the Sabbath and claiming to be equal with God John 5:19 The Son’s activities are restricted to what the Father is doing John 5:20 The Father loves the Son and is showing Him all things and even will show Him greater works so people will marvel John 5:21 Just as the Father raises the dead so will the Son John 5:22 The Father has assigned judgment to the Son John 5:23 If you do not honor the Son, you do not honor the Father Philippians 2:5 - 11 Confessing the Son glorifies the Father
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Working on the Sabbath”
“Holy Forever” Benediction “There Is Freedom”
Sermon Notes John 5:1 Jesus in Jerusalem for a feast of the Jews John 5:2, & 5 Many sick were at the pool of Bethesda hoping to get well John 5:6 – 9 Jesus heals a man on the Sabbath John 5:10 & 11 The man was told it was not permissible to carry his pallet on the Sabbath. His response the man who healed him said to do it John 5:12 & 13 They ask who that was, but he did not know John 5:14 Jesus meets the man again and tells him not to sin anymore so that nothing worse happens to him John 5:15 & 16 The man tells the Jews it was Jesus and they start persecuting Jesus because He healed on the Sabbath John 5:17 Jesus’ response the Father and Him are working
562 FBCWest | Your Son Lives
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Sermon Notes John 4:39 – 43 Many of the Samaritans believed in Jesus John 4:44 Jesus says a prophet is without honor in his own country John 4:45 Jesus arrives in Galilee and the people received Him because they saw what He did in Jerusalem John 4:46 & 47 Jesus goes to Cana and a royal official from Capernaum meets Him to ask that Jesus come with him to heal his son John 4:48 Jesus says “Unless you people see a sign, you will not believe” John 4:49 The royal official is persistent John 4:50 Jesus tells him “Go his son lives” and the father starts in his belief John 4:51 & 52 A slave meets the father and tells him his son wass living and there is a conversation when the son was healed John 4:53 The father and his whole family come to faith John 4:54 A second sign
561 FBCWest | Food
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Food”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Way Maker” Benediction “There Is Freedom”
Sermon Notes John 4:27 & 28 Jesus’ disciples return and the woman leaves without her waterpot John 4:29 & 30 The woman tells the men of the city to see of the One she met is the Messiah and they respond John 4:31 Disciples try to get Jesus to eat John 4:32 Jesus says I have food you don’t know about John 4:33 The disciples are confused by His statement John 4:34 Jesus say My food is to do the will of the Father and to accomplish His work John 4:35 – 38 Look up the harvest is ready – Participate in the labor joyfully regardless of your part
560 FBCWest | Living Water
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Living Water”
Sermon Notes John 4:1 – 6 Jesus travels through Samaria going to Galilee John 4:7 – 9 Samaritan woman questions Jesus why He would speak to her since He is a Jew John 4:10 Instead of answering – Jesus says if you knew who I am you would ask for a drink of living water John 4:11 & 12 Woman wants to know where the living water comes from and asks is He greater than their father Jacob John 4:13 & 14 The living water Jesus gives springs up into eternal life John 4:15 She wants the water, but misinterprets Jesus John 4:16 – 18 Jesus and the woman have a conversation. about her life John 4:19 & 20 Woman says Jesus is a prophet and outlines the differences of where they worship John 4:21 – 24 Jesus responds that worship is how not where John 4:25 & 26 Woman knows that Messiah is coming – Jesus says that is He
You can determine what a person actually believes by how they conduct themselves in their acts, actions, and their words. Regardless of the circumstances, whether it's good times or bad, John, who we call the Baptist. Is going to be consistent in his testimony and his. Ministry, regardless of the circumstances and we'll see that in his ministry, and we hope to. Reflect it in all.
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “John’s Consistent Testimony”
Sermon Notes John 3:22 – 25 John & Jesus baptizing John 3:26 John’s disciples are concerned that people are going to Jesus and not John John 3:27 – 30 John again confirms his ministry John 3:31 – 35 John testifies Jesus is above all and those who receive the witness of Jesus and confirm it – God gives the Spirit without measure John 3:36 He who believes in the Son has eternal life, but those who do not believe the wrath of God sets on them
558 FBCWest | Saving Faith
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Saving Faith”
Sermon Notes John 3:16 God loved, God gave, whoever believes shall not perish John 3:17 God did not send Jesus to judge the world, but to save it John 3:18 If you believe your are not judged, if you do not believe you are judged already John 3:19 Judgment – The Light was sent, but people love darkness John 3:20 Those who love evil hate the Light and will not come to it John 3:21 Those who practice the truth come to the Light so that they may be shown created in God
557 FBCWest | Born Again
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Sermon Notes John 3:1 & 2 Religious leader comes to Jesus at night, but with wrong assumption John 3:3 Jesus tells him that unless born again no one can see the kingdom of God John 3:4 Nicodemus asks how cant that happen, it essentially is impossible John 3:5 – 8 Jesus repeats that you must be born again John 3:8 Nicodemus still does not understand John 3:10 – 13 Nicodemus is criticized for being a teacher and does not understand. Jesus does because He came from above John 3:14 & 15 Jesus reminds him from the Scriptures – it’s about faith Numbers 21:6 - 9 Looking at the bronze serpent allowed people to live
556 FBCWest | A Sign to Those Who Don’t BelieveProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“A Sign to Those Who Don’t Believe”Sermon NotesJohn 2:13 Jesus goes to Jerusalem during Passover as the law statesJohn 2:14 Jesus fids commerce happening in the templeJohn 2:15 & 16 Jesus expels those and the activity who do not belongJohn 2:17 His disciples remember the Scripture speaking of the MessiahJohn 2:18 The religious leaders want to see a sign of Jesus’ authorityJohn 2:19 Jesus tells them of the sign they will seeJohn 2:20 They do not understand the signJohn 2:21 & 22 We are told the actual sign so we do not misunderstandJohn 2:23 Jesus performs various sign that we are not told leading some to believe in HimJohn 2:24 & 25 Jesus does not entrust Himself to them because He knows who we are
555 FBCWest | The Beginning of SignsToday's message we're going to be taking a look at Jesus's first son, now in the Scriptures, a sign has two primary purposes. One to authenticate the person who he says he is who he says. So in this case authenticating that Jesus is the Messiah. The son of God the 2nd is that it authenticates the message of that person and so in this message we're going to take a look at that very first sign that Jesus performs.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“The Beginning of Signs”John 2:1 & 2 Jesus, His mother and disciples are invited to a weddingJohn 2:3 A problem arises – the wine runs out. Jesus’ mother wants Him to intercede John 2:4 Jesus, in essence, says it’s not My problemJohn 2:5 Jesus’ mother tells the servants to do what Jesus tells them to doJohn 2:6 & 7 Jesus tells the servants to fill 6 water pots with between 120 – 180 gallons of waterJohn 2:8 Jesus tells the servants to draw some water out and take it to the head waiterJohn 2:9 & 10 The water turned into excellent wineJohn 2:11 This sign was the beginning of signs which clearly showed His glory and His disciples beleived
554 FBCWest | Faith: What Will It TakeProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Faith: What Will It Take?”Sermon NotesJohn 1:35 – 39 Two of John’s disciples follow JesusJohn 1:40 – 42 Andrew brings his brother, Simon (Peter) to JesusJohn 1:43 & 44 Jesus calls Philip to “follow Me”John 1:45 & 46 Philip tells Nathanael that they had found the One spoken of in the Scriptures, but Nathanael was skepticalJohn 1:47 – 50 Jesus and Nathanael conversation leads to Nathanael’s faithJohn 1:51 Jesus tells Nathanael that he will see even more
553 FBCWest | John, the TestifierProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“John, the Testifier”Sermon NotesJohn 1:6 – 8 John sent by God to testifyJohn 1:9 – 11 Jesus, the True Light, made the world, but it did not recognize HimJohn 1:12 - 13 But those that believed became children, but not by human agencyJohn 1:15 – 18 John testified that even though his ministry started first, Jesus came before him and Jesus is GodJohn 1:19 – 28 Religious leaders sent people to question John’s practiceJohn 1:29 The AnnouncementJohn 1:30 – 34 John testifies why he baptized and what he saw when he baptized Jesus
The journey of finding faith is a journey of believing in something said or promised by God. Faith is not an assumption, but a responding response to something God said or promised. Because in the beginning was the word, and the word was God.Sermon NotesJohn 1:1 & 2 Jesus was preexistent, was with and is part of the GodheadHebrews 1:1 – 3 God the Father spoke through JesusEphesians 1:3 -8 Before the foundations of the world God chose to save us through JesusJohn 1:3 Jesus was Creator of all thingsColossians 1:15 -17 Jesus is the image of the invisible God, creator and sustainerJohn 1:4 Jesus was the Light and the Light of menJohn 1:5 The darkness did not comprehend the LightJohn 1:14 Jesus came in flesh and yet still God
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Finding Faith”Sermon NotesLuke 18:1 – 7 Jesus’ parable concerning prayerLuke 18:8 Jesus asks will He find faith when He returnsHebrews 11:1 – 3 Tells us what faith isHebrews 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please GodJohn 20:30 & 31 Why John wrote his gospel
God Accomplishes His PurposesProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“God Accomplishes His Purposes”PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection“Only King Forever”Acknowledgements and AnnouncementsBenediction “There Is Freedom”Sermon NotesJonah 3:1 – 4 Finally Jonah does what God called him to doJonah 3:5 – 9 The people of Nineveh repentJonah 3:10 God spares NinevehJonah 4:1 – 3 Jonah angry at God for sparing NinevehJonah 4:4 God asks Jonah does he have a good reason to be angry?Acts 9:10 – 14 God tells Ananias to lay hands on Saul so he might receive his sight, but Ananias does not think that is a good ideaActs 9:15 & 16 God says that Saul is His chosen vessel
There is historical fact that Jesus was raised from the dead. The women who went to the tomb to prepare His body and found the stone rolled away from the tomb. Then they received the news that Jesus had risen. He walked on the Earth after his resurrection for about 40 days. Today is a celebration because our sins have been forgiven by the lamb of God.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“First Fruits”“Behold the Lamb of God Is the Living One”Sermon NotesJohn 1:29 Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes away sinsLuke 24:1 – 12 Jesus is the Living One and He is risen as he said. Unfortunately, His flowers would not initially believe and it seemed as nonsense1 Corinthians 15:1 – 11 Witnesses to the resurrectionRevelation 7:9 – 17 A great multitude worship God and the Lamb of God is in the center. His blood washed the multitudes’ robe white, and He is our Shepherd
Palm Sunday | The King Has and Is ComingProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Palm Sunday”“The King Has and Is Coming”Sermon NotesMatthew 21:1 Jesus starts His entry into Jerusalem form Mount of OlivesMatthew 21:2 – 7 Rides a donkey as Scriptures foretoldMatthew 21:8 & 9 Multitude plead and praise God for salvationMatthew 21:12 & 13 Jesus cleanses the TempleMatthew 21:14 Jesus heals in the TempleMatthew 21:15 & 16 Chief Priest and Scribes are indignant with JesusMatthew 21:17 Jesus returns to BethanyRevelation 19:11 - 13 Will come on a white horse His robe dipped in bloodRevelation 19:14 The armies of God follow HimRevelation 19:15 Smites the nations with His mouthRevelation 19:16 He is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords
547 FBCWest | How Good Are Your EyesProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“How Good Are Your Eyes?”Sermon NotesPsalm 36:1 No fear of God in the eyes of the ungodlyProverbs 21:2 Everyone thinks his way is right in his own eyes, but God weighs the heartProverbs 27:20 The eyes of people are never satisfiedJeremiah 5:21 – 23 They do not see even having eyesIsaiah 6:8 – 10 Isaiah to prophesize even though they have eyes and ears they will not understandMatthew 13:10 – 17 Jesus teaches in parables, but the disciples are blessed because they see and hearMatthew 18:9 Make sure your eye does not cause you to StumbleDeuteronomy 12:8 God tells His people do not do what is right in their own eyesJudges 17:1 – 6 Micah does what is right in his own eyesJudges 21:25 The nation of Israel does what is right in their own eyes killing and kidnapping so the tribe of Benjamin may have wivesHebrews 12:1 & 2 Fix our eyes on Jesus (He is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords)
We have been discussing the importance of obeying and trusting God alone and not bowing to authority. We have looked at doing things God's way and deciding between following God and not following God or doing these types of things. The Lord's Prayer comes from the Gospel of John and is taught by Jesus to teach his disciples to pray. We are told to seek God's will as part of our prayer life, but if he will, we are to do his will. We should participate in God's will when it comes to our life, and if we do, we will save money and not have to buy any books. This will help us to afford to save more money.Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“Do the Will of God”Sermon NotesMatthew 6:10 Praying for God’s will on earth2 Great Commands of the Father3 Commands of the SonGod’s will for us1 Thessalonians 4:3 – 8 Our sanctification1 Thessalonians 5:16 – 18 Rejoice, pray and give thanksHebrews 10:36 Endure in doing God’s willPsalms 40:8 Delight in doing His will
545 FBCWest | Doing It God’s WayProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“Doing It God’s Way”Sermon Notes2 Kings 5:1 A great and respected man is ill2 Kings 5:2 & 3 A servant wants good for her master2 Kings 5:4 & 5 The king permits him to seek healing2 Kings 5:6 & 7 Israel’s king interprets the letter as an attempt to start a war2 Kings 5:8 Elisha hears of the request and tells the king to send Naaman to him2 Kings 5:9 & 10 Naaman goes to Elisha’s house, but instead of meeting him he send a messenger to tell Naaman what he must do to be healed2 Kings 5:11 & 12 Naaman is insulted by what Elisha told himhe must do to be healed2 Kings 5:13 Naaman’s servant gives him good advice2 Kings 5:14 Naaman does as Elisha instructed and not only was he healed, his flesh became like a baby’s1 Corinthians 1:1:18 – 25 Foolishness of God is wiser than ourwisdom
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“There Are More with Us than Against Us”Sermon Notes2 Kings 6:8 – 10 Elisha, the man of God, gives secret information to the king of Israel2 kings 6:11 Syrian king thinks someone is a spy2 Kings 6:12 – 14 King told it’s Elisha who reveals secrets and an order is given to seize him2 Kings 6:15 The attendant to Elisha sees the army surrounding them – wonder what to do2 Kings 6:16 Elisha states do not fear there are more with us than against us2 Kings 6:17 Elisha prays that the eyes of the attendant be opened and he sees the mountain filled with horses and chariots of fire2 Kings 6:18 & 19 Elisha prays the enemy be blinded and he leads then to Samaria2 Kings 6:20 – 23 Elisha orders a great feast for the enemy instead of their death. They leave never to attack againRomans 8:28 – 39 Nothing separates us
543 FBCWest | Make a DecisionProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“Make a Decision”PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection“Another in the Fire”Acknowledgements and AnnouncementsBenediction “There Is Freedom”Sermon NotesContext of 1 Kings 17 – 18:151 Kings 18:16 – 19 Elijah meets with King Ahad & has him summon all Israel to meet at Mount Carmel with 450 prophets of Baal and 400 prophets of Asherah1 Kings 18:20 – 24 Elijah challenges the prohets of their gods and His God. They accept the challenge1 Kings 18:25 – 29 They repeatedly call on their gods but no one answers and Elijah mocks them1 Kings 18:30 – 37 Elijah presents his offering and prayer to the Lord1 Kings 18:38 God answers Elijah1 Kings 18:39 & 40 The response of the people Context – the end of this event
FBCWest 542 | Refusing to Accept Taunts Against God Even if They Are GiantsProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“Refusing to Accept Taunts Against God Even if They Are Giants”Sermon Notes1 Samuel 17:1 – 3 Two armies camp opposite each other1 Samuel 17:4 – 7 Goliath, the giant described1 Samuel 17:8 – 11 Goliath’s challenge and Israel’s response Davis sent to check on his brothers and to take care packages1 Samuel 17:20 – 23 While there Davis hears Goliath’s mocking1 Samuel 17:24 – 30 David wants to know what will be done for the man who defeats Goliath1 Samuel 17:31 – 37 Davis says that God has delivered him before and will do so again1 Samuel 17:38 – 40 David chooses a stick and stone to go to a sword fight1 Samuel 17:41 – 44 Goliath disparages and mocks David1 Samuel 17:45 – 47 Davis’s response that he will prevail and all will know that there is a God and the people will know that the battle belongs to the Lord1 Samuel 17:48 – 51 Davis kills Goliath1 Samuel 17:52 & 53 The army of Israel as a result routs the Philistines1 Samuel 17:54 David’s souvenirs
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“For Such a Time as This"Sermon NotesEsther 2:21 – 23 Mordecai through Esther saves the king’s lifeEsther3:1 – 6 Haman promoted by the king, but because Mordecai does not bow down and give him homage, Haman seeks to kill all Jews. Haman gets the king to approve and pay for the destruction of the Jews. Mordecai learns of the plot and gets the information to EstherEsther 4:10 & 11 Esther tells Mordecai that if she goes unsummoned she faces deathEsther 4:12 – 14 Mordecai tells Esther God will deliver Regardless, but she will not be saved if she does not act. “Perhaps she is there for such a time as this”Esther 4:15 – 17 Esther will act but seeks prayer. Esther goes to the king uninvited. Esther plans a banquet and does not make her requests immediatelyEsther 7:1 – 6 Esther makes her petition known. Jews are delivered by allowing them to protect themselves and God put dread of the Jews into their enemiesEsther 9:1 – 5 The Jews have mastery rather than their enemies
540 FBCWest | Praying and Working in the Face of OppositionMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“Praying and Working in the Face of Opposition”PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection“Another in the Fire”Acknowledgements and AnnouncementsBenediction “There Is Freedom”Sermon NotesNehemiah 2:17 & 18 People agree to do a good workNehemiah 2:19 Mocked by the oppositionNehemiah 2:20 God will give you success Repairs are made of the walls and gatesNehemiah 4:1 – 3 Opposition angry and mock what has been doneNehemiah 4::4 & 5 Nehemiah prays because the people have become demoralizedNehemiah 4:6 Half done because the people had a mind to workNehemiah 4:7 & 8 Opposition conspire to attackNehemiah 4:9 Prayer and action in responseNehemiah 4:14 Nehemiah speaks and encourages the peopleNehemiah 6:15 The work is finished with the help of the God
539 FBCWest | Praying without CeasingMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”“Rejoicing to Suffer for Christ”Sermon NotesActs 5:17 & 18 Because of the High Priest’s and leaders’ jealousy they had apostles arrested and thrown into jailActs 5:19 & 20 An angel of the Lord freed them and instructed them to give the whole message of Life in the TempleActs: 5:21 – 24 Officers were sent to bring the Apostles to the High Priest the prison was found securely locked and guards at their station but the Apostles were not thereActs 5:25 & 26 The captain and officers went and brought the Apostles back to the proceedingsActs 5:27 & 28 The High Priest question them and said we gave you strict orders not to speak about JesusActs 5:29 – 32 Peter states that they must obey God rather than men and witnessed to those who were presentActs 5:33 They were cut to the quick and want to kill themGamaliel gives counselActs 5:40 The leaders accept the advice and repeat their demand that they not speak of Jesus and flogged themActs 5:41 The Apostles left rejoicing that they were considered worth to suffer for JesusActs 5:42 They continued to teach and preach
538 FBCWest | Praying without CeasingMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Obey and Worship Only the Lord, God”Sermon NotesDaniel 6:1 & 2 Darius appoints Daniel as 1 of 3 commissioners over the kingdom and Daniel distinguishes himselfDaniel 6:3 – 6 The other commissioners and leaders conspire against DanielDaniel 6:7 – 9 They agree to get the king to sign an injunction that no one may pray to anyone other than the king for 30 days and if they do they will be put into a lions’ denDaniel 6:10 Daniel knowing of the injunction continues to pray to God as he has done beforeDaniel 6:11 – 13 Daniel is accused of violating the injunctionDaniel 6:14 & 15 The king tries to figure away to deliver Daniel but could notDaniel 6:16 – 18 King makes the order, but states God will deliver Daniel, but has a sleepless nightDaniel 6:19 & 20 King got up early and called out to Daniel if God was able to deliver himDaniel 6:21 – 23 Daniel answers that an angel shut the mouths of the lionsDaniel 6:24 King orders those who accused Daniel & their children to be thrown into the lions’ den and they do not survive even to the bottomDaniel 6:25 – 27 King makes a decree that all people in the kingdom are to fear and tremble before the God of Daniel
537 FBCWest | Resolved to Bow and Worship Only the Lord, GodProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Resolved to Bow and Worship Only the Lord, God”Sermon NotesDaniel 3:1 – 7 King Nebuchadnezzar made of statue of gold of himself and decreed that everyone was to bow and worship his image when musical instruments were playedDaniel 3:8 - 12 Three Hebrews were reported to not have worshipped the gods of Nebuchadnezzar or his statue as orderedDaniel 3:13 – 15 The three Hebrews were arrested and given an opportunity to change their actions and worship as orderedDaniel 3:16 – 18 The 3 Hebrews set their feet. God is able to deliver, but even if He does not, we will not serve your gods or worship your statueDaniel 3:19 – 23 Nebuchadnezzar filled with wrath and has them thrown into the fire after made even hotterDaniel 3:24 – 27 Four are seen in the fire and it as no effect on the 3 HebrewsDaniel 3:28 – 30 The king praises God and decrees anyone who speaks offensively about God is to be punishedEphesians 3:20 God is able to do far more than we can ask or think
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Joseph: Action in Response to Faith”534 FBCWest | Joseph - Action in Response to FaithSermon NotesMatthew 1:18 & 19 Joseph, hearing of Mary’s pregnancy decides to divorce her privately so she would not be disgracedMatthew 1:20 – 23 Angel comes to Joseph and tells him not to be afraid to take Mary as his wife because what has happened is according to God’s plan and doingMatthew 24 & 25 Joseph did as the angel commanded and took took Mary as his wife and kept her a virgin until she gave birth to Jesus
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“A Prayer for a New Year or Anytime”Sermon NotesEphesians 1:18 Paul’s prays that the eyes our heart will result in the knowledge of 3 thingsEphesians 1:18 One: The hope of His callingTitus 3:7 The hope of eternal lifePsalm 39:7 Our hope is in God HimselfEphesians 1:18 Two: What are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints1 Peter 1:3 – 5 An inheritance that is imperishable, Undefiled, and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for youEphesians 1:19 Three: What is the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe2 Corinthians 12:9 – 10 Content in weakness because then the power of Christ may dwellEphesians 1:19 - 23 These three are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might, which He brought about in Christ when He was raised from the dead and seated Him at God’s right hand
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“The Birth of Jesus and What that Means”PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection“He Shall Reign Forevermore”Candle Lighting“Silent Night”RecessionalSermon NotesLuke 2:1 – 5 Census was ordered by Caesar Augustus so Joseph and Mary go to Bethlehem to register (God moves rulers)Luke 2:6 & 7 While in Bethlehem Mary delivers her first born son (The Son of God) and puts Him in a manger (No room in the inn)Luke 2:8 – 12 Angel announces to shepherds the birth of the Messiah and how to find HimLuke 2:13 & 14 A multitude of angels praise GodLuke 2:15 & 16 Shepherds go to find the ChildLuke 2:17 – 20 Shepherds tell of the statement from the Angel about the Child. But Mary treasures and ponders these thingsLuke 2:21 – 24 Jesus circumcised and then presented to the LordLuke 2:25 – 37 Simeon states that the Child is the “Light of Revelation to the Gentiles” and Anna says He is the One that those who are looking for the “Redemption of Jerusalem”
533 FBCWest | Mary - Obedient FaithProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“Mary: Obedient Faith”Sermon NotesLuke 1:26 & 27 Angel, Gabriel, sent to a virgin named MaryLuke 1:28 - 33 Gabriel informs Mary she will conceive and the child will be called the Son of the Most High. That child shall reign over the house of Jacob foreverLuke 1:34 Mary does not understand how it can happenLuke 1:35 – 37 Gabriel explains how it can happenLuke 1:38 Mary gives her consentLuke 1:39 – 45 Mary visits Elizabeth and Elizabeth is filled with the Holy Spirit
532 FBCWest | The Coming of the Forerunner of the MessiahProclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“The Coming of the Forerunner of the Messiah”Sermon NotesLuke 1:5 – 7 Who the parent will beLuke 1:8 – 17 Birth of the Messiah’s forerunnerLuke 1:18 Zacharias’ doubtLuke 1:19 & 20 Angel’s response to ZachariasLuke 1:21 – 23 Zacharias mute from that timeLuke 1:24 & 25 Elizabeth becomes pregnantLuke 1:57 – 66 John born & named
Proclamation of the WordMessage by Pastor Joe“No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions:”Balaam: Making Decisions Based upon Money”Sermon NotesNumbers 22:1 – 7 In fear of Israel, the King of Moab sends messengers to have Balaam curse IsraelNumbers 22:9 – 14 Balaam offered money to curse Israel, but God instructs him not to goNumbers 22:15 – 20 Balak send more impressive men and makes the same offerNumbers 22:21 – 35 Balaam and his donkey have a conversation Balaam ends up blessing and not cursing Israel 3 times Israel sins against the Lord in Chapter 25Numbers 31:16Revelation 2:14 It is because of the counsel Balaam gave Balaam ultimately killed2 Peter 2:10b –16 Balaam loved the wages of unrighteousness2 Timothy 6:10 Love of money is the root of all sorts of evil
530 FBCWest | No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions - Saul
Hymn # 231 “Count Your Blessings”
SCRIPTURE READING – Matthew 5:3 - 12 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
OFFERTORY PRAYER OFFERTORY MUSIC – Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Glorious Day” “From the Inside Out” “In the House”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions: ”Saul: Making Decisions Based On Fear of What People Think”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“Only King Forever” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes 1 Samuel 15:1 – 9 Saul anointed king and instructed to destroy their enemies, but did not do so completely 1 Samuel 15:10 & 11 God regrets making Saul king 1 Samuel 15:12 – 21 Samuel confronts Saul and Saul attempts to say he did follow the Lord’s instructions 1 Samuel 15:22 & 23 The Lord delights more in obedience rather than sacrifice 1 Samuel 15:24 & 25 Saul confesses to Samuel 1 Samuel 15:26 - 31 Judgment for failure to obey God 1 Samuel 15:32 & 33 Samuel finishes what Saul was supposed to do 1 Samuel 15:34 & 35 Samuel grieves over Saul Micah 6:6 – 8 What God requires of you
529 FBCWest | No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions - Rehoboam
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions: ”Rehoboam: Not Choosing the Wise Counsel”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“Build My Life” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Sermon Notes 1 Kings 12:1 – 4 Israel comes and asks Rehoboam to act differently than his father and they would follow him as king 1 Kings 12:5 Rehoboam asks for 3 days to decide 1 Kings 12:6 & 7 He seeks counsel from the elders 1 Kings 12:8 - 11 He seeks counsel from his young friends 1 Kings 12:12 – 14 Rehoboam does decides to listen to the counsel of his friends 1 King 12:15 God predetermined the result 1 Kings 12:16 The disastrous consequences Psalm 32:8 Seek God’s instruction and teaching Proverbs 1:1 – 7 A person of understanding will acquire wise Counsel Rehoboam had 3 choices. Do as his father had done. Lighten the load his father had put on the people. Make the load heavier than his father.
528 FBCWest | No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions - Solomon
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions: Solomon: The Wisest Man Was not Wise Enough”
Sermon Notes Deuteronomy 7:1 – 11 Commanded not to inter-marry with those that are not your people for they will turn you away from god 1 Kings 11:1 – 11 Solomon marries many foreign wives who turn him away from God 1 Kings 11:11 – 13 The consequences 2 Corinthians 6:14 – 18 Do not marry unbelievers 1Corinthians 7:12 & 13 If you became a believer during marriage, stay married unless partner wants a divorce 1 Corinthian 7:39 Spouse dies may marry a believer Proverbs 3:5 – 8 Do not lean on your own understanding
527 FBCWest | No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions - David
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions: David, not Where He Was Supposed to Be”
Sermon Notes
2 Samuel 11:1 David not where he was supposed to be 2 Samuel 11:2 & 3 David informed that the woman was married 2 Samuel 11:4 & 5 The woman becomes pregnant 2 Samuel 11:6 – 17 David attempts to cover it up 2 Samuel 11:27 Made the woman his wife 2 Samuel 12:1 – 10 The prophet Nathan tells David that David Is the man in the story 2 Samuel 12:15 – 23 David tries to change God’s decision & Davis’s response when it isn’t changed Psalm 51 Psalm of Davis showing his contrition and repentance
526 FBCWest | No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions - Adam and Eve
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “No Good, Very Bad, Terrible Decisions: Adam & Eve”
Sermon Notes Genesis 2:15 God puts man in the garden to cultivate it Genesis 2:16 &17 God commands that man is not to eat of the fruit f the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil, but may eat freely any thing else in the garden. If he does he will die Genesis 2:18 God made a helper for man Genesis 3:1 – 3 The woman misquotes God Genesis 3:4 & 5 Satan denies what God has said Genesis 3:6 The woman starts to justify her decision and after eating gives it to her husband to eat Genesis 3:7 – 11 Everything is changed now Genesis 3:12 The man blames God Genesis 3:13 The woman blames Satan Romans 12:9 Abhor evil
FBCWest 525 | Witness
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Witness”
Sermon Notes Matthew 28:18 - 20 You shall be His witnesses
524 FBCWest | Why We Celebrate Communion
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Why We Celebrate Communion/Lord Supper”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“Love Ran Red” Lord Super/Communion
“Think about His Love” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Matthew 26:26 -29 Because He instructed us to do so John 1:29 He is the Lamb of God who takes away the sines of the world 1 Corinthians 5:7 He is our Passover Lamb 1 Corinthians 11:23 – 26 Because in so doing we declare His death 1 Corinthians 11:26 Because in so doing it is a statement of faith that He will return 1 Corinthians 11:27 – 32 We are to take the Lord’s Supper in a worthy manner. We are to examine ourselves
523 FBCWest | The Latter Days Were More than the Beginning
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Latter Days Were More than the Beginning”
Sermon Notes Job 42:7 & 8 God tells Eliphaz that he and his friends did not speak correctly about God and they are to present their burnt offerings so that Job would pray for them Job 42:9 They did what God told them to do and the Lord accepted Job (an intercessor) Numbers 21:7 The people ask Moses to intercede for them Romans 8:28 The Spirit intercedes for us when we do not know how to pray Job 42:10 After Job prayed for his friend it was the Lord who increased what Job had by two-fold Job 42:11 Job’s extended family fellowships with him and gives him gifts Job 42:12 – 15 God blessed the latter days of Job more than the beginning Job 42:16 & 17 Job lived 140 years after the adversity seeing four generations James 5:11 The steadfastness of Job
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Now I See You”
“Morning by Morning (I Will Trust)” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Sermon Notes Job 42:1 & 2 God can do all things and can’t be stopped Matthew 19:20 With God all things are possible Job 42:3 Job admits he didn’t know what he was talking about Job 42:4 Job asks God to teach him Psalm 143:10 Teach me to do Your will Psalm 62:5 My soul waits in silence for God only Psalm 139:1 – 6 God knows us intimately Job 42:5 Job says he heard about God, but now he sees Him Isaiah 6:1 -8 Isaiah saw the Lord and it impacted him Job 42:6 Job repents
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Who Is Like the Lord, Almighty? ”
Sermon Notes Job 40:1 & 2 God asks Job can he reprove God Job 40:3 – 5 Job says he should just shut up Job 40:6 – 14 Job is asked if he can annul God’s judgments Job 40:15 -24 God’s power is shown in His creatures like the Behemoth Job 41:1 – 34 God continues to show His power in His creatures like the Leviathan
520 FBCWest | God Asks Job - Does He Understand and Control the Animal Kingdom
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “God Asks Job Does He Understand and Control the Animal Kingdom?”
Sermon Notes
Job 39:1 -4 God asks Job if he understands the birthing process of nature’s animals Job 39:5 – 12 Job is asked who gave the wild donkey it freedom and can you trust it to work for you Job 39:13 – 18 Job is asked does he understand the foolishness of the ostrich Job 39:19 -25 Job is asked did he give the horse its strength Job 39:26 – 30 Job is asked does he understand the flight and life of the hawk and the eagle
519 FBCWest | God Breaks His Silence – The Red Letters
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “God Breaks His Silence – The Red Letters”
Sermon Notes The Lord will ask Job over 70 questions
Job 38:1 - 11 The Lord asks where was Job when the Lord created the earth and does he have knowledge of creation Job 38:12 – 41 & 39:1 - 30 The Lord asks Job does he have power and knowledge to impact or control the earth, the weather, the universe or feed animals of the earth Job and his friends have been asking why Job experienced adversity, but that is the wrong question Who is the Lord and can He be trusted in what He is doing in His world
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “An Incomplete View of God”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Job 34:1 - 9 Elihu asserts Job and his friends should listen to him and he accuses Job Job 34:10 – 15 Elihu asserts correctly God does no wrong and has all power Job 34:16 – 20 Everyone, rich or poor is created by God Job 34:21 – 30 God sees all Job 34:31 – 37 Elihu condemns Job as unrepentant Job 35:1 – 16 Elihu continues to condemn Job and assets only those who repent will God answer Job 36:1 – 16 Elihu asserts God rewards the righteous and condemns the wicked, but if they repent God will restore Job 36:17 – 23 He continues to say Job has done wrong Job 36:24 – 37 God is to be exalted Job 37:1 – 20 God is awesome and powerful in the storm Job 37:21 – 24 God is awesome and people fear Him Hebrews 1:1 – 4 God has spoken to reveal Himself
517 FBCWest | Passion, Anger, and Speech
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Passion, Anger, and Speech”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Sermon Notes Job 321 - 5 Elihu as the younger person waits until the older, presumably wiser speak. However, he is angry because the older ones could not refute Job Job 32:6 – 22 Elihu in his anger says he cannot help but speak. He also asserts that he is impartial James 3:1 – 12 Controlling the tongue Job 33:1 – 7 Even though Elihu says he and Job are equals Job 33:8 – 18 Elihu really asserts he is superior to Job and he is speaking on behalf of God Job 33:9 – 33 Elihu says if the unrighteous repent God will hear and restore
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Job Speaks about the Good Old Days and Today”
Sermon Notes Job 29:1 - 6 Job’s past blessings of God Job 29:7 – 11 Job respected by others Job 29:12 – 17 Job blessed others Job 29:18 -20 Job was doing well Job 29:21 – 25 Others listened to Job’s advice Job 30:1 -15 Now others mock Job Job 30:16 – 31 Job has poured himself out, yet God has not answered him Job 31:1 – 40 Job says if I have sinned in any manner, then let others have what I had
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “How to Obtain Wisdom”
Sermon Notes Job 28:1 - 12 By searching cannot find wisdom Job 28:13 – 22 Wealth cannot buy wisdom Job 28:23 – 28 God alone understands the way of wisdom Ecclesiastes 12:13 & 14 The fear of the Lord applies to everyone Ecclesiastes 8:12 It is well for those wo fear God openly
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Job Desires Justice for Himself and the Wicked”
Sermon Notes Job 27:1 - 6 Job maintains his integrity Job 27;7 – 12 Job wants God to do to Job’s enemies as God does to the wicked Job 27:13 – 23 Job states what is in store for the wicked
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Who Is God?”
Sermon Notes Job 25:1 - 6 Bildad says that before a transcendent God people are worthless, contemptable and we have no hope Romans 3:10 - 13 Yes, all have sinned Romans 3:23 - 26 But God provides grace and forgiveness Job 26:1 – 4 Job’s friends are of no help Job 26:5 – 14 Job says God is great and powerful but cannot fully appreciate who God is 1 John 4:7 – 11 God is love and if you do not love you do not know God, but God loved us first 1 John 1:5 – 10 Confessing our sins, god is faithful to forgive
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Does God Care?”
Sermon Notes Job 22:1 - 20 Eliphaz is inconsistent in his arguments Job 22:21 – 27 Prosperity gospel Job 23:1 – 12 Job is confident in his integrity, but cannot seem to find God Job 23:13 – 17 Job is intimidated by God’s sovereignty Job 24:1 – 25 Job says God seems to allow injustice
511 FBCWest | Theological Arguments that Do Not Reflect Job’s Situation
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Theological Arguments that Do Not Reflect Job’s Situation”
Sermon Notes Job 20:1 - 3 Zophar’s last comments to Job. Zophar is insulted by Job’s responses to his friends Job 20:4 – 27 Zophar says the triumph of the wicked is short and will loose all he has Which is it? Wicked don’t prosper at all or only for a short time Job 21:1 – 34 Job responses the wicked sometimes prosper and sometimes dies in bitterness Luke 16:19 – 31 The rich man and Lazarus
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “I know My Redeemer Lives”
Sermon Notes Job 18:1 -4 Bildad rebukes Job and says get understanding and then we can talk Job 18:5 – 21 Bildad says that the wicked will be devoured, perish and not be remembered Job 19:1 – 6 Job says his friend torment and insult him Job 19:7 – 22 Job says he feels everyone is against him and despises him Job 19:23 – 27 Job’s and hopefully our statement of faith 1 Corinthians 15:50 – 58 We will not all see death, but we will all be changed Job 19:28 & 29 Those who persecute God’s people will be judged
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Job Says It Hurst Whether I Speak or Stay Silent”
Sermon Notes Job 15:1 -20 Eliphaz asks Job questions that are designed to silence him Job 15:21 – 35 Bildad describes the fate of the wicked Job 16:1 - 5 Job says his friends are of no comfort and if he were in their place speaking to them, he would do a better job Job 16:6 – 17 Job says it is God that is responsible for his situation Job 16:18 – 22 Job thinks he is going to die before being vindicated Job 17:1 – 16 Job see death as the only way out. God and Job’s friends have not seen him as who he is
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Though God Slays Me, I Will Hope in Him”
Sermon Notes Job 11:1 – 12 Zophar asserts Job is just babbling on Job 11:13 – 20 Zophar’s assertion is that Job needs to repent and seek God Job 12:1 – 25 Job states his friend are less than no help and talks of the power of God Job 13:1 – 28 Job wants to speak to God and not his friends Job 14:1 – 20 Job vacillates again in despair. A person’s life is short and nothing lasts forever.
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Though God Slays Me, I Will Hope in Him”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Morning by Morning (I Will Trust)” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Job 11:1 – 12 Zophar asserts Job is just babbling on Job 11:13 – 20 Zophar’s assertion is that Job needs to repent and seek God Job 12:1 – 25 Job states his friend are less than no help and talks of the power of God Job 13:1 – 28 Job wants to speak to God and not his friends Job 14:1 – 20 Job vacillates again in despair. A person’s life is short, and nothing lasts forever.
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Celebrating and Rejoicing with the Father”
Sermon Notes Luke 15:1 – 7 Rejoicing when the lost sheep is found Luke 15:8 – 10 Rejoicing when the lost coin is found Luke 15:11 – 32 Rejoicing when the dead and lost have been found Revelation 19:1 –8 Rejoicing in heaven at the Supper of the Lamb 2 Corinthians 5:6– 9 Being absent from the body is to be present with the Lord
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Job Speaks to His Friend and then to God”
Sermon Notes Job 6:1 – 7 Job’s grief is so great it cannot be weighed Job 6:8 – 13 Wants God to take his life, he has no resources left, but has not denied the words of God Job 6:14 - 23 Job’s friends are of no help Job 6:24 – 30 Job continues to assert his integrity Job 7:1 – 10 Only release of pain is death Job 7:11 – 21 Job will continue to cry out 1 Peter 5:6 & 7 Humble yourself under God and cast your anxiety on Him Psalm 55:22 & 23 Cast your burdens on the Lord. Trust Him
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Eliphaz Counsel: Limited Correct Theology, but Wrong Application”
Sermon Notes Job 4:1 – 6 Job told he counseled those in the past, but feels differently when it comes to him Job 4:7 – 11 Job told if he were innocent, he would not have suffered Job 4:12 – 21 Eliphaz declares he is correct in his advice by supernatural revelation Job 5:1 – 7 Told how the foolish respond Job 5:8 – 16 Told how he would respond Job 5:17 – 27 What happens to those who God reproves and accept His reproval James 1:19 Be slow to speak Matthew 5:45 Good and bad happens to both the righteous and unrighteous John 9:1 – 3 Sometimes things happen so that the works of God may be demonstrated
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Job’s Lament to His Friends”
Sermon Notes Job 2:11 Job’s three friends agree to meet with him to console him Job 2:12 Job’s grief was such that they did not recognize him. They grieved with him Job 2:13 They sit with Job in silence for 7 days and nights Job 3:1 – 19 Job wishes he was never born Job 3:20 -26 Job questions the reason for suffering IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Jeremiah 20:7 – 18 Job is not alone in his feelings. Jeremiah felt the same way Psalm 109 The Psalmist wants vengeance on his enemies and blessings from the Lord
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Job’s Health Is Taken Away”
Sermon Notes Job 2:1 – 6 A second conversation about Job Job 2:7 & 8 Job’s health is stricken with sore boils from head to feet Job 2:9 Job’s wife’s counsel Job 2:10 Job’s response to his wife Psalm 139 God knows you, He made you and there is no place you can go that He is not already there
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Job’s Wealth and Family Are Taken Away”
Sermon Notes Job 1:13 – 19 Job experiences tragedy Job 1:20 – 22 Job’s response is to worship and not sin Romans 8:26 & 27 The Spirit helps us by interceding Romans 8:28 – 30 God causes all things to work together for good to those who love Him and are called according to His purpose Romans 8:31 - 39 Nothing can separate us from the love of God
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “A Conversation about Job”
Sermon Notes Job 1:1 – 5 Job’s wealth and family Job 1:6 & 7 On a special day the son of God present themselves before the Lord Job 1:8 God asks Satan about Job Job 1:9 – 11 Satan accuses Job. Job only praises God because he is blessed Job 1:12 God allows Satan to test Job 1 Corinthians 10:13 Temptation is common to man, God will provide you an escape so you can endure it
God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“To God Be the Glory” SCRIPTURE READING – Matthew 28:1 - 10 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER OFFERTORY MUSIC – Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Overcome” (New – Elevation) “Glorious Day” (Passion) “Resurrecting”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “He Is Risen and so Shall We”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Homecoming”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes 1 Corinthians 15:1 - 8 Jesus’ resurrection verified by Scripture and witnesses Psalm 23 The Lod cares for us during life, death is a shadow and we will dwell with Him forever John 14:1 – 6 Jesus is preparing a place for us in His Father’s house. The way to get there is Jesus 1 Thessalonians 4:13 – 18 Jesus is returning with those that are His
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“At Cavalry”
SCRIPTURE READING – John 3:16 - 18 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER OFFERTORY MUSIC – Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Here Is Our King” “God, You Reign” “Look to the Son”
SPECIAL MUSIC – By Libby Davis & Pru Hungate “Via Dolorosa”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Behold Your King Is Coming”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Hosanna” (Hillsong)
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
Matthew 21:1 – 9 Jesus, the King enters Jerusalem as prophesied Matthew 21:19 – 13 Jesus enters the Temple and cleanses it Ezekiel 11:23 In 586 BC the Glory of God left the Temple and stopped at the Mount of Olives
497 FBCWest | Passover and the Lamb of God “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Love to Tell the Story” SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 92:1 - 4 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Endless Light” “Your Love Awakens Me” “Homecoming”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Passover and the Lamb of God”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Egypt”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
Exodus 11:1 One more plague Exodus 11:4 – 10 The Lord tells of the death of the first born Exodus 12:1 – 13 The initiation of the Passover and the Passover Lamb Exodus 12:21 & 22 Israel is told to do as God commands Exodus 12:23 – 27 It is to be a permanent memorial Exodus 12:28 Israel does as God commands Exodus 12:29 – 31 Israel is set free John 1:29 Behold the Lamb of God who takes away sin 1 Corinthians 5:7 Jesus is the Passover Lamb Revelation 5:11 – 14 Worthy is the Lamb of God
Worship with FBCWest | | Jesus Equips You to Do His Will
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Softly and Tenderly” SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 34:1 - 9 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “In the House” “Your Promises” “Love Is War”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus Equips You to Do His Will”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“Good Grace”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
Hebrews 13::20 The Father raised the Son, who is our Great Shepherd Hebrews 13:21 Jesus equips us to do His will Hebrews 13:22 Listen to what the writer of Hebrews has written Hebrews 13:23 & 24 What others do in ministry can affect us Hebrews 13:25 Grace be with all of us
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“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Tis so Sweet to Trust in Jesus”
SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 66:1 - 4 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Echo Holy” “Who You Say I Am” “Great Things”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Praise, Do Good, Obey and Pray”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Sermon Notes
Hebrews 13:15 Continue to offer praises to God and thank Him Hebrews 13:16 God is pleased with doing good and sharing, so do not stop Hebrews 13:17 Obey and submit to your spiritual leaders Hebrews 13:18 & 19 Pray for those not with us in ministry
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“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Are You Washed in the Blood?” SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 89:1 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Look to the Son” “Way Maker” “Forgiveness”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus Does Not Change”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 13:7 Imitate the faith of those that lead you Hebrews 13:8 Jesus does not change Hebrews 13:9 Do not stray due to strange teaching, but be strengthened by grace Hebrews 13:10 &11 Our later is different, it’s Jesus’ sacrifice Hebrews 13:12 Jesus’s sacrifice took place outside of the Temple Hebrews 13:13 We are to move also bearing His reproach Hebrews 13:14 Going outside the camp risks nothing, because we do not now have a permanent place
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Marriage and Money”
Sermon Notes Hebrews 13:4a Marriage is to be held in honor Ephesians 6:22 - 33 Marriage is to look like the church Hebrews 134b God will judge sexual immorality 1 Corinthians 6:15 – 20 The believer’s body is the Lord’s 1 Corinthians 7:3--5 Each party of the marriage has control over the other’s Hebrews 13:5a Your character is to be free from the love of money 1 Timothy 6:10 The love of money is the root of all sorts of evil Hebrews 13:5b & 6 Be content with what you have, God is your helper and will not desert you Philippians 4:11 Being content is a learning process
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“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Love, Hospitality and Remember”
Sermon Notes Hebrews 13:1 Continue to love the brethren John 15:12 – 17 Jesus commands us to love one another Hebrews 13:2 Do not neglect hospitality Hebrews 13:3 Remember your brother in prison Matthew 25:31 – 46 Jesus’ parable concerning caring for Him
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“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Contrasting Two Mountains”
Sermon Notes Hebrews 12:18 – 21 The fear and trembling at Mount Sinai Hebrews 12:22 - 24 Those assembled at Mount Zion and the grace there Hebrews 12:25 Respond to God who speaks Hebrews 12:26 &27 When God speaks there is a shaking and that which can be shaken will be removed and things that cannot be shaken will remain Hebrews 12:28 Since we are in the kingdom which cannot be shaken, let us serve God with gratitude Hebrews 12:29 God is still who He is
490 FBCWest | Encouragement to Live the Christian Life “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Encouragement to Live the Christian Life”
Sermon Notes Hebrews 12:12 & 13 It is not good enough to say that is the way I am Isaiah 40:28 – 31 God is the source of strength Hebrews 12:14 Pursue peace and sanctification with everyone Hebrews 12:15 Your responsibility to others Hebrews 12:16 &17 The warning of Esau
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” SCRIPTURE READING – Isaiah 66:1 - 3 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Your Love Awakens Me” “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” “From the Inside Out”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “God’s Discipline”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Good, Good Father”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 12:4 Resisting sin, but not to the point of shedding blood Hebrews 12:5 - 7 Discipline is for children of God Hebrews 12:8 Those who are not disciplined are illegitimate Hebrews 12:9 & 10 Discipline of earthly fathers compared to our heavenly Father Hebrews 12:11 Initially discipline is not joyful 1 Corinthians 12:7 - 10 Prevention of sin
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Running the Race Set Before Us”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Look to the Son” Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 12:1 We have a lot of examples Lay aside every encumbrance and sin that easily entangles us Run with endurance the race set before us
Hebrews 12:2 Fix your eyes on Jesus He is the author and perfecter of faith He is our example
Hebrews 12:3 Consider Jesus and what He did so we do not grow weary and lose heart
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“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Heaven Came Down”
SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 66:1 - 4 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “Great Things” “How Great Is Your Love” “Echo Holy”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Gaining Approval Through Faith”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Way Maker”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 11:30 The walls of Jericho fell through faith, not activity Hebrews 11:31 Rahab acted in faith Hebrews 11:32 – 34 A re-counting of many who accomphlised various things in faith Hebrews 11:35 –37 Those who are unknown who suffered in faith Hebrews 11:38 People the world was not worthy of, even though unknown, let us be those types of people Hebrews 11:39 – 40 They gained approval through faith, but we need to complete them
Service Notes
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Majesty”
SCRIPTURE READING – 1 John 4:7 - 12
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
OFFERTORY PRAYER
SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship
“God Really Loves Us”
“Endless Light”
“More than Amazing”
Proclamation of the Word
Message by Pastor Joe
“Abraham – Faith Verses Death”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“Resurrecting”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
Genesis 22:1 & 2 God tests Abraham
Genesis 22:3 & 4 Abraham makes provision to do what God told him to do
Genesis 22:5 Abraham instructs his men to stay while he and Isaac worship
Genesis 22:6 Abraham puts the wood for the burnt offering on Isaac and he carries the knife and fire (Picture of Christ)
Genesis 22:7 Isaac knows there isn’t a lamb
Genesis 22:8 God will provide Himself the lamb
Genesis 22:9 &
10 Abraham prepares to sacrifice Isaac
Genesis 22:11 &
12 Angel of the Lord intervenes and stops Abraham
Genesis 22:13 &
14 A ram is provided for the sacrifice
Hebrews 11:17 –
20 Abraham’s faith that God would raise Isaac from the dead because Isaac was the son of promise
John 11:25 & 26 Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life. Do you believe?
484 FBCWest | Abraham: Faith Verses Death “Majesty” SCRIPTURE READING – 1 John 4:7 - 12 Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Praise and Worship “God Really Loves Us” “Endless Light” “More than Amazing”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Abraham – Faith Verses Death”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Resurrecting”
Benediction “God Really Loves Us”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Genesis 22:1 & 2 God tests Abraham Genesis 22:3 & 4 Abraham makes provision to do what God told him to do Genesis 22:5 Abraham instructs his men to stay while he and Isaac worship Genesis 22:6 Abraham puts the wood for the burnt offering on Isaac and he carries the knife and fire (Picture of Christ) Genesis 22:7 Isaac knows there isn’t a lamb Genesis 22:8 God will provide Himself the lamb Genesis 22:9 & 10 Abraham prepares to sacrifice Isaac Genesis 22:11 & 12 Angel of the Lord intervenes and stops Abraham Genesis 22:13 & 14 A ram is provided for the sacrifice Hebrews 11:17 – 20 Abraham’s faith that God would raise Isaac from the dead because Isaac was the son of promise
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Fourth Candle – Revelation of Joy SCRIPTURE READING – Luke 2:22 – 32 Messiah Candle – Incarnation of Light SCRIPTURE READING – Isaiah 9:2 – 7; John 1:1 – 4, 14 “O Come, All Ye Faithful” “How Great Is Your Love” “Joy to the World (Unspeakable Joy)”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Sarah and Mary: Faith in Submission and Obedience”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Go, Tell It on the Mountain”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Joy to the World” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Libby Davis, Joe, Joseph, Luke Davis & Pru Hungate “O Holy Night”
Continued Praise and Worship “Christmas Day” “Silent Night” Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Genesis 18:1 - 5 Sarah laughs at the prediction she/they will have a son Genesis 21:1 – 3 Isaac – Laugh is born Hebrews 11:11 Bu faith Sarah conceived because God is faithful Luke 1:28 – 33 The angel’s announcement of the conception of the Messiah Luke 1:34 Mary’s confusion Luke 1:35 – 39 Angel’s answer Luke 1:38 Mary’s faith and submission
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Praise and Worship Third Candle – Proclamation of Love SCRIPTURE READING – Luke 2:8 - 20 “God So Loved” “How Great is Your Love”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Abram: Starting a Life of Faith”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “O Come All Ye Faithful” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Open up the Heavens” “Come to the Table”
Benediction “Egypt” Learn More:https://fbcwest.net/Service/4486e466-0fbd-42ef-94cf-2b436793cab8/Abram---Starting-a-Life-of-Faith
481 FBCWest | Noah - Obedience in Faith
Praise and Worship Second Candle – Preparation of Faith SCRIPTURE READING – Luke 2:1 - 7 “This is What we Live For” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Noah: Obedience in Faith”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Take My Life and Let It Be”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Hark the Herald Angel Sing” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “The Same Jesus” “Promise Keeper”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Genesis 6:5 – 7 God’s judgment on the earth Genesis 6:8 & 9 But Noah found favor with God and walked with Him Genesis 6:13 & 14 God’s warning to Noah and instructions to make the ark Genesis 6:22 Noah does all that God instructs him to do Genesis 7:1 Noah and his family told to enter the ark Genesis 7:13 – 16 They entered the ark and God closed the door Hebrews 11:7 By faith Noah prepared the ark after God’s warning and became an heir of righteousness through faith Romans 1:17 The righteous shall live by faith
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480 FBCWest | Enoch: Walking in Faith
God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship First Candle – Expectation of Hope SCRIPTURE READING – Luke 1:26 – 35 and Matthew 1:18 - 25 “Look to the Son” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Enoch: Walking in Faith”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “When We Walk with the Lord” vs 1,3,4
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “The First Noel” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “God Who Saves” “My Own Little World”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Genesis 5:21 - 24 Enoch walked with God Hebrews 11:5 Walking by faith was pleasing to God Hebrews 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please God 2 Corinthians 5:6 – 9 We walk by faith and not by sight – a statement not a challenge Romans 6:4 We walk in newness of life Jude 14 & 15 Walking with God includes proclaiming His word, even in difficult times
479 FBCWest | Cain: Faith in Worship “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 63:1 - 5 “Battle Belongs” “I am who You say I am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Cain: Faith in Worship”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Love You Lord”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Whosoever Will” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Jesus Saves” “More than Amazing”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Genesis 4:1 - 13 Cain and Abel’s offerings Hebrews 11:4 By faith Abel offered a better sacrifice Hebrews 12:24 Abel’s blood still speaks, but Jesus’ blood still speaks better Hebrews 13:15 & 16 The sacrifice of praise, doing good and sharing God is pleased
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478 FBCWest | Faith: The Believer Lives by It “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 24 “God So Loved” “I am Who You Say I am” Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Faith: The Believer Lives by It” PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “In His Time” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate Continued Praise and Worship “Kings and Queens” “Watch Over Me” Benediction “Egypt” Acknowledgements and Announcements Sermon Notes Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing the word of Christ Hebrews 11:1 – 3 What is faith Hebrews 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please God Hebrews 12:2 Jesus is the author and perfecter of faith Habakkuk 2:4 The righteous lives by his faith Galatians 2:20 We are to live by faith 2 Corinthians 5:7 We walk by faith Romans 5:1 Justified by faith Ephesians 2:8 & 9 Learn More: https://fbcwest.net/.../Faith%3A-The-Believer-Lives-by-It “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 24 “God So Loved” “I am Who You Say I am” Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Faith: The Believer Lives by It” PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “In His Time” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate Continued Praise and Worship “Kings and Queens” “Watch Over Me” Benediction “Egypt” Acknowledgements and Announcements Sermon Notes Romans 10:17 Faith comes by hearing the word of Christ Hebrews 11:1 – 3 What is faith Hebrews 11:6 Without faith it is impossible to please God Hebrews 12:2 Jesus is the author and perfecter of faith Habakkuk 2:4 The righteous lives by his faith Galatians 2:20 We are to live by faith 2 Corinthians 5:7 We walk by faith Romans 5:1 Justified by faith Ephesians 2:8 & 9 Learn More: https://fbcwest.net/.../Faith%3A-The-Believer-Lives-by-It
477 FBCWest | There Is a Greater, More Terrible Judgment in Rejecting Jesus
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Romans 5:1 & 2 “Endless Light” “Resurrecting”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “There Is a Greater, More Terrible Judgment in Rejecting Jesus”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Promise Keeper” “Do it Again”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 10:26 If you continue in sin after knowing the truth all sacrifices are ineffective Hebrews 10:27 Instead the terrifying expectation of judgment Hebrews 10:28 Violating the law under Moses, there is death without mercy Hebrews 10:29 The punishment is more sever that is deserved disregarding Jesus’ sacrifice Hebrews 10:30 & 31 Judgment is God’s and He will judge and that is a terrifying prospect Hebrews 10:32 – 34 Remember when you first came to faith. You were willing to suffer and be persecuted, but you were still sympathetic Hebrews 10:36 – 38 We need endurance. He is coming! Live by faith Hebrews 10:39 We have persevering faith and won’t retreat
476 FBCWest | Confidently Draw Near to God “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 149 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Battle Belongs”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Confidently Draw Near to God”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Draw Me Close”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “I Love to Tell the Story” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “One Step Away” “Indescribable”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 10:19 We have confidence to enter the holy place because of Jesus Hebrews 10:20 Jesus’ blood inaugurated that new and better way through the veil of His flesh Hebrews 10:21 We have a great high priest over the house of our God Hebrews 10:22 Draw near with a sincere heart, in full assurance of faith, hearts sprinkled clean form an evil conscience, body washed with pure water Hebrews 10:23 Hold fast the confession of our hope – He who promised is faithful Hebrews 10:24 Consider how to stimulate each other to love and good deeds Hebrews 10:25 Assemble together, encourage each other, even the more when you see the end coming
Why are we confident to draw near? By His blood Through the veil of His flesh He is our high priest
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FBCWest October 31, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 150 “Because of Your Love” “All the Broken Pieces”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Confidently Draw Near to God”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Draw Me Close”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Just a Closer Walk” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Chain Breaker” “Break Every Chain (There is Power)”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
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FBCWest October 24, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 107:1 & 2 “This is Amazing Grace” “Look to the Son”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus: One Perfect Sacrifice”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Jesus Paid It All”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Praise Him, Praise Him” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Strong Enough” “Stay and Wait”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 10:1 The law, a shadow of things to come, but not effective Hebrews 10:2 If law was perfect offerings would have ceased Hebrews 10:3 & 4 Those sacrifices only was a reminder of sin animal blood can’t take away sin Hebrews 10:5 – 7 God desires doing His will, not sacrifices Hebrews 10:8 & 9 Jesus came to do the Father’s will Hebrews 10:10 By Jesus doing the Father’s will we are sanctified once for all Hebrews 10:11 Priest work daily, but can never take away sins Hebrews 10:12 Jesus’s sacrifice sufficient – His work was finished Hebrews 10:13 Jesus continues to sit until His enemies are made His footstool Hebrews 10:14 Jesus’ one sacrifice makes perfect for all time the sanctified Hebrews 10:15 – 17 Holy Spirit testifies that we are forgiven Hebrews 10:18 No need for any other offerings for sin
473 FBCWest | Jesus: The High Priest of the Perfect Temple “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm “Battle Belongs” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus: The High Priest of the Perfect Temple”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Even So Come”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Victory in Jesus” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “The Time Has Come” “Where I’m Standing Now”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 9:1 The first covenant had regulations of worship and an earthly tabernacle Hebrews 9:2 – 5 Description of the earthly tabernacle Hebrews 9:6 – 10 Limitations of earthly tabernacle service Hebrews 9:11 Jesus entered the heavenly, perfect tabernacle as High Priest Hebrews 9:12 With His own blood to obtain for us eternal redemption Hebrews 9:13 & 14 Blood of Christ superior to other offerings Hebrews 9:15 Jesus is a mediator of a new covenant Hebrews 9:16 – 22 The old and new covenants were begun with blood Hebrews 9:23 – 26 Jesus entered the heavenly tabernacle with better sacrifice once Hebrews 9:27 & 28 Jesus will appear a second time for salvation without regard to sin
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472 FBCWest | Jesus: The Mediator of a Better Covenant October 10, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 66:1 - 4 “This is What We Live For” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus: The Mediator of a Better Covenant”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Egypt”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Great is Thy Faithfulness” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Words” “Help Me Find It”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 8:1 & 2 Jesus, as High Priest, sat down at eh right hand of the Father in the true tabernacle Hebrews 8:3 A high priest is appointed to offer gifts and sacrifices Hebrews 8:4 & 5 Jesus would not be a priest under the Law. Earthly priests serve only in a copy/shadow of the true tabernacle Hebrews 8:6 Jesus has a more excellent ministry as a mediator of a better covenant Hebrews 8:7 -12 A new covenant predicted by the previous covenant Hebrews 8:13 The new makes the old obsolete
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471 FBCWest | Jesus’ Priesthood Is Superior “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Deuteronomy 6:4 & 5 “Battle Belongs” “God so Loved”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus’ Priesthood Is Superior”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “The Stand”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Come Thou Fount” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Great Things” “Draw Me Close”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 7:11 Perfection cannot be obtained through the Levitical priesthood Hebrews 7:12 When priesthood is changed, so is the law Hebrews 7:13 & 14 Jesus was a descendant of Judah not Levi Hebrews 7:15 – 17 New priesthood not based on birth but on an indestructible life Hebrews 7:18 & 19 Law was weak and ineffective. It made nothing perfect, but the new brings a better hope, which allows us to draw near to God Hebrews 7:20 & 21 New priesthood based upon an oath by God Hebrews 7:22 Jesus guarantees that better covenant Hebrews 7:23 – 25 Jesus’ priesthood superior because Levitical priest died – Jesus lives forever, it is permanent- He saves forever Hebrews 7:26 – 28 Jesus is a superior priest because He is perfect and sinless Learn More: https://fbcwest.net/Service/834ca36e-e5a5-4189-9f95-1cde522c67d4/Jesus%E2%80%99-Priesthood-Is-Superior
470 FBCWest | Melchizedek – A Shadow of Christ September 26, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 8 “God So Loved” “Way Maker”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Melchizedek – A Shadow of Christ”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “The Way”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Heart of Worship” By Lindsay and the Boys
Continued Praise and Worship “Look to the Son” “Your Promises”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 7:1 Melchizedek a priest and a king Hebrews 7:2 Abraham gave him a tithe who was the king of righteousness and of peace Hebrews 7:3 Melchizedek a perpetual priest Hebrews 7:4 – 10 Melchizedek is greater than Abraham and his descendants
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469 FBCWest | Convinced of Better Things Concerning You” “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Isaiah 66:1 & 2 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Convinced of Better Things Concerning You”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Build My Life”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “I Love to Tell the Story” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Nothing Ever (Could separate us)” “Where I’m Standing Now”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 6:9 Convinced of better things belonging to salvation for you Hebrews 6:10 God remembers your work and love toward Him by ministering to His people Hebrews 6:11 & 12 Be diligent in your efforts to the end – Imitate those who by faith and patience inherit the promises Hebrews 6:13 – 16 God swore by Himself guaranteeing His promise to Abraham Hebrews 17 & 18 God does the same for us. 2 guarantees – He swore by Himself and He cannot lie Hebrews 6:19 & 20 Our hope is like an anchor – steadfast and sure, located within the veil where Jesus is
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468 FBCWest | WARNING!!! There Is No Second Renewal September 12, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Corinthians 1:18 “Look to the Son” “I am who You say I am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “WARNING!!! There Is No Second Renewal”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “It IS Well with My Soul”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Love Lifted Me” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Shine On” “You are Here/Same Power”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 6:4 -& 5 Having been Enlightened and experienced spiritual matters Hebrews 6:6 Then fall away, Danger impossible to renew to repentance – Why crucify Christ again Hebrews 6:7 & 8 These are the rocky soil and ones sown among the thorns Matthew 13:3 – 9 & 18 - 23 Jesus’ parable of the Sower
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FBCWest 467 | Are You Pressing on in Maturing of Faith September 5, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Ephesians 3:14 - 21
“This is What We Live For” “Battle Belongs”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Are You Pressing on in Maturing of Faith?”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“More about Jesus” (Hymn #327)
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “To God be the Glory”
OFFERTORY PRAYER
SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate Continued Praise and Worship “Strong Enough to Save” “I Know You’re There” Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 5:11 Can’t teach mre because dull of hearing Hebrews 5:12 You ought to teach, but instead you need to be taught Hebrews 5:13 & 14 Milk is for an infant, solid food is for the mature. It takes practice Hebrews 6:1 – 3 Press on to Maturity
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466 FBCWest | Jesus Is the Perfect High Priest August 29, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Philippians 4:4 - 8 “Endless Light” “God So Loved”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus Is the Perfect High Priest”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “God with Us”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Heaven Came Down & Glory Filled My Soul” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Tune of His Glory” “You are Near”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 5:1 – 4 Qualifications of High Priest – Appointed by God; sympathetic to those he ministered to; offered sacrifices on their behalf Hebrews 5:5 – 7 Jesus is the perfect High Priest; Appointed by God as a Son, but under the Melchizedek Priesthood; sympathetic of those He ministered; offered sacrifices on their behalf Hebrews 5:8 He learned obedience Hebrews 5:9 Became a source of eternal salvation Hebrews 5:10 & 11 Designated by God as a Priest to the order of Melchizedek
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465 FBCWest | The Believer’s Great High Priest August 22, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Hebrews 13:15 & 6 “Look to the Son” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Believer’s Great High Priest”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Grace like Rain”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Standing on the Promises” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Only King Forever” “A Little More”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 4:14 We have a great High Priest, so hold fast your confession Hebrews 4:15 Jesus can sympathize with us because He also has been tempted, but without sin Hebrews 4:16 Draw near to the throne with confidence so that we may receive mercy and help Isaiah 6:1 – 7 The throne of God is holy and intimidating 2 Corinthians 12:7 – 10 His grace is sufficient
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464 FBCWest | The Word of God Is Living and Active and So Much More August 15, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Micah 6:6 - 8 “Battle Belongs” “Resurrecting”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Word of God Is Living and Active and So Much More”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Word of God Speak”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Higher Ground” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Sing, Sing, Sing” “How Can I Keep From Singing?”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
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463 FBCWest | Be Diligent to Enter God’s Rest August 8, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – John 4:23 & 24 BAPTISM “Look to the Son” “Way Maker”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Be Diligent to Enter God’s Rest”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “The Spirit and the Bride”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Amazing Grace (Hymn #165)” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Glorious Day (passion)” “Forgiveness”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 4:1 Take serious not entering into God’s rest, which is to cease from self work or action, but lean on God Hebrews 4:2 The gospel (Good News) needs to be united by faith Hebrews 4:3 – 6 It is God’s rest those who have faith enter and those who are disobedient cannot enter His rest Hebrews 4:7 Immediate action is required Hebrews 4:8 & 9 There remains a Sabbath rest for the people of God Hebrews 4:10 Those who enter God’s rest, rest also themselves like God did Hebrews 4:11 Be diligent to enter God’s rest
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462 FBCWest | If You Hear His Voice Do not Harden Your Heart August 1, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Chronicles 16:8 - 12 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Battle Belongs”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “If You Hear His Voice Do not Harden Your Heart”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “My Heart Is Yours” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “He Keeps Me Singing” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Won’t Stop Now” “More Than Worthy”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 3:7 The Holy Spirit speaks through Scripture Hebrews 3:7 & 8 Today if you hear His voice act and do not harden your heart Hebrews 3:9 - 11 Consequences of those in the past that did not listen Hebrews 3:12 Warning not to fall away from God Hebrews 3:13 Encourage each other not to become hardened Hebrews 3:14 Hold fast from the beginning until the end Hebrews 3:15 & 16 The provokers are the ones liberated by God Hebrews 3:17 – 19 The ones who did not enter His rest, the Promise land were those who did not believe
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461 FBCWest | Consider Jesus: He’s Greater than Moses
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him. must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Timothy 1:17 “This is What We Live For” “This is Amazing Grace”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Consider Jesus: He’s Greater than Moses”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “No One Higher”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “He’s Everything to Me” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Made New” “God of all My Days”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 3:1 Consider Jesus Hebrews 3:2 Jesus was faithful as Moses was Hebrews 3:3 Jesus counted worthy of more glory than Moses Hebrews 3:4 A house is built by someone, but God is the builder of all things Hebrews 3:5 Moses was faithful like a servant Hebrews 3:6(a) Christ was faithful as a Son over His house Hebrews 3:6(b) Believers are the house of Christ
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460 FBCWest | Our Savior, Our Sanctifier, Our Conqueror, and Our Helper “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Isaiah 6:1 - 8
“God So Loved” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Our Savior, Our Sanctifier, Our Conqueror, and Our Helper”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Jesus Messiah” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
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OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Hello Hurricane” “You Never Let Go” Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 2:10 Jesus our savior Hebrews 2:11 – 13 Jesus our sanctifier and now we are His brethren Hebrews 2:14 - 15 Jesus our conqueror Hebrews 2:16 – 18
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459 FBCWest | God’s Plan for Us “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 15:3 & 4 “This Is Amazing Grace” “I Am Who You Say I Am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “God’s Plan for Us”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Down at the Cross” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Good Grace” “Way Maker” Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 2:5 God’s sovereignty, chose not to put angles in charge of the world to come Ephesians 6:12 Daniel 10:18 – 21 Hebrews 2:6 – 8a What is Man? Yet You crowned hm with glory and honor and put things under our feet Genesis 1:26 – 31 Hebrews 2:8b Because of Adam’s sin not all things are under subjection Romans 8:19 – 23 Hebrews 2:9 Our place was restored by Jesus’ death Revelation 5:9 & 10
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458 FBCWest | WARNING: Do not Neglect so Great a Salvation “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship :SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 7:9 - 12
“Way Maker” “Good Grace”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “WARNING: Do not Neglect so Great a Salvation”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “At the Cross”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Mine Eyes Has Seen the Glory of the Lord”
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Libby Davis & Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “This Is Amazing Grace” “I Am Who You Say I Am”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 2:1 Because who Christ is we must pay close attention Hebrews 2:2 Words spoken through angels are unalterable & every transgression & disobedience receives a just penalty Deut. 33:2 Psalm 68:17 Acts 7:53 Gal. 3:19 Hebrews 2:3a Hebrews 2:3b Spoken and done by the Lord Hebrews 2:3c Confirmed by those who heard Hebrews 2:4 Confirmed by God’s testimony by signs, wonders, miracles, gifts of the Holy Spirit
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457 FBCWest | Jesus Superior to the Angels“ God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 5:11 - 14
“God So Loved” “I am who You say I am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus Superior to the Angels”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “No One Higher”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Praise Him, Praise Him”
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate Continued Praise and Worship
“Born Again” “Miracle of the Moment” Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 1:4 Jesus is much greater than the angels Hebrews 1:5 Because of title Hebrews 1:6 Because He is to be worshipped Hebrews 1:7 – 9 Because of Superior nature Hebrews 1:10 – 12 Because of pre-existence Hebrews 1:13 &14 Because of superior destiny
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456 FBCWest | The Preeminence of Jesus “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 5:9 & 10 “Endless Light” “Resurrecting”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Preeminence of Jesus”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Majesty” (Building 429)
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “To God be the Glory”
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Wonder” “Love is War” Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 1:3(a) Jesus is the exact representation of the Father Colossians 1:15 Jesus is the image of the invisible God Hebrews 1:3(b) Jesus upholds all things by His power Colossians 1:16 & 17 Jesus created all things and holds them together Hebrews 1:3(c) Jesus sat down at the right hand of God the Father
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455 FBCWest | God Has Spoken June 13, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 4:11 “This is Amazing Grace” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “God Has Spoken”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Word of God Speak”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Holy Water” “More Than Amazing”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Hebrews 1:1 God has spoken in many ways and portions through the prophets 1 Peter 1 10 – 12 The prophets searched and made inquires of the prophesies Amos 3:7 God reveals His plans to the prophets Jeremiah 23:28 & 22 Who has stood in God’s council, but if you had you would announce His word to His people so that they would turn frofm their evil ways Hebrews 1:2 God has spoken through His Son, Heir of all things and the Son also made the world John 1:1 – 3 & 14 Jesus is the Word, He made the world and has become flesh
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454 FBCWest | Facing Goliath June 6, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 148 “God So Loved” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Facing Goliath”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Won’t be Shaken”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Thrive” “More Than Worthy”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes 1 Samuel 17:1 – 11 The situation 1 Samuel 17:12 – 19 David's sent on a mission by his father 1 Samuel 17:30 – 27 David asks what is in it for the man who kills Goliath 1 Samuel 17:28 – 30 David’s brother has contempt for Davis 1 Samuel 17:31 – 37 David volunteers to kill Goliath 1 Samuel 17:38 - 40 David's chooses his weapon 1 Samuel 17:41 – 54 The battle Philippians 1:21 To live is Christ, to die gain Galatians 2:20 Christ lives in me, not me
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453 FBCWest | Declaring His Death Until He Comes “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING –
“This is What We Live For” “I Am Who You Say I Am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Declaring His Death Until He Comes”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“At the Cross (Love Ran Red)” Lord Super/Communion “Think about His Love”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Blessed Assurance”
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Worship “All Because of Jesus” “Come to the Table”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Egypt”
Sermon Notes
1 Corinthians 11:23 - 26 Declare His death until He comes Romans 5:6 – 8 He died for the ungodly, us Romans 6:23 Free gift is eternal life Romans 8:1 No condemnation Romans 10:8 – 12 Salvation by belief and confession 1 Thessalonians 4:14 Believe Jesus died and rose again – Jesus will bring them with Him Galatians 2:20 & 21 Christ died so I might be righteous. If I could do it, Christ died needlessly 1 Corinthians 11:23 - 32
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FBCWest & CASA DE ORACION May 23, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 145:1 – 4 Pastor Yuseth “Way Maker”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe/ Interpreted by Jesse “How to Have Consistent Church Growth”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Open the Eyes of My Heart”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Amazing Grace” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Come now Is the Time to Worship“” “Forever” “Blessed Be the Name of the Lord”
Closing Comments
Benediction “Egypt”
Sermon Notes Acts 2::41 Those who responded to Peter’s sermon were 3,000 and they were baptized Acts 2:42 They were continually devoting themselves, to the Apostles’ teaching, to fellowship, and To the breaking of bread
To prayer Acts 2:43 Everyone kept feeling a sense of awe Acts 2:46 & 47 Was an every day occurrence and every day people were being saved Acts 3:3 & 4 Peter arrested after second sermon, but even more believed than on Pentecost (5,000)
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451 FBCWest | Jesus’ Resurrection, Does It Matter May 16, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 135:1 - 3 “Endless Light” “Resurrecting”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus’ Resurrection, Does It Matter?”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Believe”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Since Jesus Came Into My Heart” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Speaking Louder Than Before” “Rest”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes 1 Corinthians 15:3 – 4 Scriptures confirmed 1 Corinthians 15:5 – 8 He did appear to many 1 Corinthians 15:14 Preaching and faith in vain I Corinthians 15:15 False witnesses 1 Corinthians 15:17 Faith worthless and still in our sins 1 Corinthians 15:20 – 23 Our resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:42 – 45 A new body I Corinthians 15:50 – 57 An imperishable body
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450 FBCWest | Jesus’ Ascension May 9, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 122:1 “This is Amazing Grace” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus’ Ascension”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Believe” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Glorious Day (Passion)” “Love Has Won”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Acts 1:1 - 3 Jesus presented Himsel alive by many convincing proofs for 40 days Acts 1:4 & 5 They were ordered to stay in Jerusalem until baptized by the Holy Spirit Acts 1:6 & 7 They still wanted to know about the time of the restoration of the kingdom – nome of their business Acts 1:8 You will receive power and be My witnesses Acts 1:9 Jesus lifted up into the clouds Ats 11:10 & 11 Why are you still looking up. He will return the same way
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449 FBCWest | Jesus Commands: Go Make Disciples May 2, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 113:1 - 3 “God So Loved” “Way Maker”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus Commands: Go Make Disciples”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Rooftops”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “More About Jesus” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “We Could Change the World” “Even If”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Matthew 28:16 The disciples go to a mountain in Galilee that Jesus had designated Matthew 28:17 They worship Him, but some doubted Matthew 28:18 Jesus has been given all authority in heaven and earth Matthew 28:19 & 20 Go make disciples, baptize them, teach them to observe wat Jesus taught. He will be with you always
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448 FBCWest | Jesus Questions Peter, Peter’s Response and Jesus’ Instruction April 25, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 111:1 - 3 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus Questions Peter, Peter’s Response and Jesus’ Instruction”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Build My Life”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “I Love to Tell the Story” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “He Has Won” “More Than Amazing”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
John 21:15 Jesus asks Peter if Peter loved Jesus – After saying yes, Jesus instructs him to “Tend His Lambs John 21:16 Jesus asks him a second time and instructs Peter to shepherd His sheep John 21:17 Jesus questions Peter a third time and instructs him to Tend His sheep John 21:18 & 19 Jesus tells Peter how Peter’s ministry will end John 21:20 – 23 Peter wants to know John’s outcome and Jesus responds it’s none of your business you follow Me
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447 FBCWest | Jesus Appears to His Disciples Again and Cooks Breakfast April 18, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 111:1 - 3 “Endless Light” “I Am Who You Say I Am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus Appears to His Disciples Again and Cooks Breakfast”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Days of Elijah”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Because He Lives” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Breathe (Camp)” “One Thing”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
John 21:1 – 4 The disciples go fishing John 21:5 & 6 They catch nothing until Jesus tells them to cast their net on the other side, now they can’t haul all of the fish in the boat John 21:7 & 8 John recognizes Jesus and Peter jumps in the water to swim to Him John 21:9 – 13 Jesus prepares breakfast for the disciples John 21:14 The third time Jesus showed Himself to the disciples after His resurrection
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FBCWest 446 | Continued Appearances of Jesus after His Resurrection April 11, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm “This is What We Live For” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Continued Appearances of Jesus after His Resurrection”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Believe”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “He Lives” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Holy Water” “The Stand”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes John 20:19 – 23 Jesus appears to ten of His disciples in a locked room John 20:24 & 25 Thomas was not there when the other disciples tell him they have seen Jesus, he refuses to believe John 20:26 – 29 Thomas sees Jesus and Thomas’ response
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FBCWest April 4, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus Has Risen”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “God’s not Dead (Like a Lion)”
Praise and Worship “Resurrection Day” “Resurrection Power” “Resurrecting”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
Matthew 28:1 & 2 Women carry spices to the tomb and an earthquake & angel rolled away the stone John 20:1 & 2 Mary Magdalene goes to tomb before dark, sees the stone moved and goes to tell Peter and John the body of Jesus is missing Matthew 28:3 – 10 An angel tells the women “Jesus is not here He is risen, go tell the disciples John 20:3 – 10 Peter and John run to the tomb, John gets there first and looks in, but Peter goes into the tomb John 20:11 – 18 Mary Magdalene is distraught not knowing where Jesus’ body is, two angels ask her why she is weeping, then Jesus appears to her Matthew 28:11 - 15 Guards make a report to the chief priest, he assembles the elders and pays the guards to report the disciples stole Jesus’ body Luke 24:13 – 35 While on the road to Emmaus two disciples have a conversation with Jesus, then suddenly realize it is Him
444 FBCWest | Jesus’ Burial in a Tomb March 28, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 106:1 - 3 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus’ Burial in a Tomb”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Were You There (Hymn #108)”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “When I Survey this Wondrous Cross” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “We are the Free” “I Know You’re There (Casting Crowns)”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
Matthew 27:57 – 61 Jesus taken down from the cross and buried in Joseph’s tomb Mark 15:42 – 47 “ “ Luke 23:50 – 56 “ ” John 19:38 – 42 “ : Matthew 27:62 – 66 Jesus’ grave is secured by guards and Sealed for three days
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443 FBCWest | His Last Four Statements from the Cross March 21, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 105:1 - 4 “This is What We Live For” “Way Maker”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “His Last Four Statements from the Cross”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “The Old Rugged Cross” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “I Know You’re There” “Everything (God in My Living)”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Mark 15:33 Darkness falls at the sixth hour Mark 15:34 – 36 Fourth statement: My God, My God John 19:28 & 29 Fifth Statement: I Thirst and vinegar given to Him John 19:30 Sixth Statement: It is finished Luke 23:46 Final Statement: Father into Your hands I commit My Spirit Matthew 27:50 & 51 Viel of Temple torn from top to bottom Matthew 27:52 & 53 Saints were raised from the dead Matthew 27:54 Testimony by the Centurion Matthew 27:55 The women are still there John 19:31 – 37 Jesus’ side is pierced, but no broken bones
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FBCWest March 14, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 104:31 - 34 “Endless Light” “Resurrecting”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “His First Three Statements from the Cross”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Think About His Love” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Peace, Love, & Understanding” “Do it Again”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes John 19:23 & 24 Jesus’ garments are divided Luke 23:34 Father forgive them Matthew 27:39 – 44 Onlookers and the 2 also being crucified mock and insult Him Luke 23:39 - 42 One of the two thieves being crucified come to faith Luke 23:43 Today you will be with Me in Paradise John 19:25 – 27 Mary, mother of Jesus is there. Jesus makes His third statement: Woman Behold
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FBCWest March 7, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 103:1 - 5 “God So Loved” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus, the Beginning of His Crucifixion”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “At the Cross (Love Ran Red)”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Since Jesus Came Into My Heart” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Unashamed” “Love Came Down”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Mark 15:20 & 21 Simon carries Jesus’ cross to Golgotha Luke 23:26 – 31 A large crowd follows Him, Jesus tells them to weep for themselves and their children Luke 23:32 & 33 Jesus nailed to the cross with a criminal on each side of Him John 19:19 -22 Pilate has an inscription put on the cross Isaiah 53 The crucifixion from our perspective Psalm 22 The crucifixion from Jesus’ perspective
440 FBCWest | Jesus before Herod and then Sent Back Again to Pilate February 28, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 100 “This is What We Live For” “I am Who You Say I am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus before Herod and then Sent Back Again to Pilate”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “You Loved Me Anyway”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Hello My Name Is” “You Love Me Anyway”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Luke 23:6 – 12 Jesus sent to Herod who was in Jerusalem but Jesus remains silent while questioned, and mocked Luke 23:13 – 16 Jesus before Pilate who determines that he and Herod find no fault so Jesus is to be punished anyway John 19:1 - 3 Jesus is scourged and crowned with thorns Matthew 27:19 Pilate’s wife warns him not to have anything to do with Jesus Mark 15:6 – 10 Pilate seeks to release Jesus, but Crowd wants Barabbas instead John 19:4 – 12 Pilate becomes fearful and attempts to release Jesus after hearing He is accused of calling Himself the Son of God Matthew 27:24 & 25 Pilate washes his hands and crowd states Jesus’ blood on them and their children John 19:13 – 15 Sentence is pronounced John 19:16 Jesus handed over to be crucified
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439 FBCWest | Jesus Tried before Pilate the First Time February 21, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 98:4 - 6 “This is Amazing Grace” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus Tried before Pilate the First Time”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “God with Us”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Love Lifted Me” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Glorious Day (Passion)” “No One Higher”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
John 18:28 – 32 Jesus taken to Pilate to be condemned to death John 18:33 -37 Pilate interrogates Jesus and Jesus’ response John 18:38 Pilate finds Jesus innocent John 18:39 Pilate tries to release Jesus John 18:40 The crowd wants Barabbas released instead John 19:1 - 5 Jesus scourged and mocked, but declared having no guilt Luke 23:4 – 7 Pilate seeks a way out by sending Jesus to Herod
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438 FBCWest | Jesus’ Trial before the High Priest and the Sanhedrin and Peter’s Denial February 14, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 96:7 - 10 “Good Grace” “Resurrection Power”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus’ Trial before the High Priest and the Sanhedrin and Peter’s Denial”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Grace like Rain”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “It Is Well with My Soul” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Lord I Need You” “God So Loved”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes
John 18:12 & 13 Jesus taken to Annas after His arrest Matthew 26:57 Jesus is taken to Caiaphas and the Council to be tried John 18:15 Peter and another disciple follow Jesus Matthew 26:59 – 66 Jesus’ trial and judgment of death Matthew 26:67 & 68 Jesus’ treatment by the Council Mathew 26:69 – 75 Peter’s denial as predicted by Jesus
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437 FBCWest | Jesus Agony in Prayer and His Arrest February 7, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 96:1 - 5 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Way Maker”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus’ Agony in Prayer and His Arrest”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Amazing Love”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “I am Thine O Lord” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Holy Water” “Shine”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes Matthew 26:30 They sing a hymn and go to the Mount of Olives Matthew 26:36 – 38 Went to the Garden of Gethsemane to pray Matthew 26:39 – 41 Jesus prays first time and the disciples sleep Matthew 26:42 – 43 Jesus prays a second time still they sleep Matthew 26:44 Jesus prays a third time Luke 22:43 – 46 An angel ministers to Jesus while Jesus prays and in agony seats drops like blood Luke 22:47 – 53 Jesus betrayed and arrested Matthew 26:52 – 56 Jesus is not powerless, the Scriptures are t
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436 FBCWest | Jesus’ Prayer Part 2 - For Us January 31, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 95:1 - 7 “God So Loved” “Resurrecting”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus’ Prayer: Part 2 - For Us”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “The Bond of Love”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “The Old Rugged Cross” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Like a Lion” “Praise You in this Storm”
Benediction “Egypt”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Sermon Notes John 17:20– 23 Jesus prays our oneness John 17:24 To see His glory John 17:25 Even though the world does not know the Father, Jesus and His disciples knows the Father John 17:26 – 19 Jesus has made known and will continue to make known the Father so that the love of the Father and Jesus will be in them
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435 FBCWest | Jesus’ Prayer: Part 1 January 24, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 92:1 - 4 “Endless Light” “Raise a Hallelujah”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus’ Prayer: Part 1 For Himself and His Disciples”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Never Once” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Blessed be the Name” OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Oh Great Love of God” “Nobody Loves You Like You Love Me”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Egypt”
Sermon Notes John 17:1 – 5 Jesus prays for Himself John 17:6 – 8 Disciples growth in faith John 17:9 – 16 That the Father keep them as Her has done while with them and keep them from the evil one John 17:17 – 19 Sanctify the disciples by truth
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FBCWest January 17, 2021
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 84:1 - 4
“Your Love Awakens Me” “Way Maker”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Jesus Has Overcome the World”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Won’t Be Shaken”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “At Calvary”
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Shake the World” “Love Has Won”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Egypt”
Sermon Notes John 16:23 & 24 It will be the Father who gives by Jesus’ name John 16:25 Soon Jesus will speak plainly and not in figurative language John 16:26 – 28 The Father loves you John 16:29 - 31 The disciples now believe that Jesus came from the Father John 16:32 The disciples will be scattered John 16:33 You are to have peace because Jesus has overcome the world
433 FBCWest | The Disciples Advantage - The Holy Spirit Praise and Worship
SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 66:1 - 4
“God So Loved” “Who You Say I Am”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “The Disciples Advantage: The Holy Spirit”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “The Spirit and the Bride”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings “Sweet, Sweet Spirit”
OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Continued Praise and Worship “Gifts From God” “Yes I Will”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Egypt”
Sermon Notes John 16:5 & 6 Disciples sorrowful Jesus is leaving John 16:7 To their advantage Jesus leaves John 16:8 - 11 What Holy Spirit will do: convict the world John 16:12 & 13 Other things Holy Spirit will do: guide you to truth John 16:14 & 15 Holy Spirit will glorify the Son John 16:16 – 22 Jesus again predicts His death and resurrection
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432 FBCWest | Love Each Other Although the World Hates You
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 63:1 - 5 “This is Amazing Grace” “Your Promises”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Earthly Life and Ministry of Jesus the Messiah” “Love Each Other Although the World Hates You”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
Sermon Notes John 15:12 – 17 Jesus commands to love one another as He has loved us John 15:18 – 25 The world hates you because it hates Him without a cause John 15:26 & 27 The Spirit and you are to testify about Jesus John 16:1 – 4 Jesus warns us that we will be outcasts. They do that because they do not know the Father
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431 FBCWest | The Vine and the Vinedresser December 27, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “It is Well with my Soul” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 47 “Yours is the Kingdom” “Same Power (Camp)” “Our God” “God of This City Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Vine and the Vinedresser”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Build My Life”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes John 15:1 Jesus is the vine and the Father is the vinedresser John 15:2 Branches taken away and branches pruned John 15:3 You are clean because of Jesus’ word John 15:4 Abide in Jesus and Jesus abides in you John 15:5 Produce a lot of fruit John 15:6 Dried branches are burned up John 15:7 Conditions for asking John 15:8 Producing a lot of fruit glorifies God John 15:9 Stay in Jesus’ love John 15:10 Keeping Jesus’ commandments John 15:11 Told us so His joy will be in us and that joy be full
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430 FBCWest | Many Gifts December 20, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “O Come, All Ye Faithful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Luke 2:8 - 14 “Christmas Day” “Born In Bethlehem” “This is Christmas” “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” “Joy to the World! The Lord Is Come” “The First Nowell the Angels Did Say” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate SPECIAL MUSIC – By Libby Davis: O Holy Night”
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Many Gifts”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Go Tell It on the Mountain” “Silent Night, Holy Night” Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Ephesians 2:8 & 9 Gift of salvation Romans 6:23 Gift of eternal life 1 Corinthians 12:1, 4 - 11 Spiritual gifts 1 Corinthians 12:31; 14:1 Earnestly desire greater gifts James 1:17 Every perfect gift is from above
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429 FBCWest | Another Helper to Come, The Holy Spirit December 13, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Hark the Herald Angels Sing” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Luke 1:40 - 56 “Great Things” “Nobody Loves Me like You Love Me” “Glorious Day (Passion)” “God of all My Days”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Another Helper to Come, The Holy Spirit”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “The Spirit and the Bride”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
John 14:16 & 17 The Holy Spirit to be given and will live in His disciples John 14:18 – 20 Will not leave them as orphans John 14:21 – 24 He who does Jesus’ commands are the ones who love Him John 14:25 & 26 Holy Spirit will teach and bring things into remembrance John 14:27 & 28 Jesus leaves His peace and they should rejoice in His leaving John 14:29 – 31 Jesus’ time to teach is limited
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428 FBCWest | Love and Believe While He Is Gone December 6, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “O Little Town of Bethlehem” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 34:1 - 3 “Jesus Saves” “Anchor” “Hello Hurricane” “Better Days” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Tells He Is Leaving and to Love and Believe While He Is Gone”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Build My Life”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
John 13:31 – 32 God is glorified by Jesus John 13:33 Jesus is going away, and the disciples cannot follow John 13:34 & 35 A New Commandment to love as Jesus loves and that is how people will know we are His disciples John 13:36 – 38 Peter’s boast and Jesus’ warning John 14:1 Believe in God and Jesus John 14:2 – 6 Jesus goes to prepare a place for us John 14:7 – 12 The Father and the Son are One John 14:13 & 14 Asking in His Name John 14:15 Show love for Him by keeping His commandments
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427 FBCWest | The Passover Meal Initiates the Lord’s Supper “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“O Worship the King”
Praise and Worship
SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 33:1 - 5
“Shine On”
“Lifesong”
“Here is Our King”
“Living Hope”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
OFFERTORY PRAYER
SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Passover Meal Initiates the Lord’s Supper”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
“Waymaker”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Matthew 26:20 & 21 While eating the Passover meal, Jesus reveals one of them will betray Him Matthew 26:22 Is it I? John 13:21 – 25 John at Peter’s prompting, asks who John 13:26 The one I dip and give the morsel (sop) to Matthew 26:24 & 25 Judas asks if it’s him John 13:28 – 30 Judas leaves Matthew 26:26 – 29 The Lord’s Supper Communion) is instituted
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426 FBCWest | Washing Feet “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “To God be the Glory” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 29:1 & 2 “All Because of Jesus” “My Own Little World” “Strong Enough to Save” “Love is War” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Washing Feet”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Empty Me (Chris Sligh)”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
John 13:1 – 4 The actions Jesus does is not in defeat, but who He is John 13:5 Jesus washes the disciples’ feet, even Judas John 13:6 – 10 Peter and Jesus’ discussion on the washing of feet John 13:11 Judas is not clean John 13:12 - 17 Washing of feet for our example John 13:18 Jesus tells them betrayal was apart of the Scriptures John 13:19 Jesus is plainly telling them what is going to happen John 13:20
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425 FBCWest | Preparation for Passover, Betrayal and Killing “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “At Calvary” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 24:7 - 10 “Great Things” “I Raise a Hallelujah” “Control” “Forever Reign” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate/Donna Bennett
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Preparation for Passover, Betrayal and Killing”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Jesus, Messiah”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Passover background Matthew 26:3 – 5 & Luke 11:1 & 2 Plot to kill Jesus Matthew 26:14 – 16 & Luke 22:3 – 6 Contract to betray Jesus Matthew 26:17 – 19 & Luke 22:7 – 13 Preparation for Last Passover with Jesus
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424 FBCWest | Awaiting Jesus’ Return: Preparation, Accountability, Reward and Punishment “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“What a Friend We Have in Jesus” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 18:1 - 3 “Nothing Ever (Could Separate Us” “We Won’t be Shaken” “Great Things” “Reckless Love”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Awaiting Jesus’ Return: Preparation, Accountability, Reward and Punishment”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “With Everything”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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423 FBCWest | Jesus’ Return - Be Alert, Ready and Serving
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Like a River Glorious” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 9:1 & 2 “Speaking Louder than Before” “All the Broken Pieces” “Chain Breaker” “God I Look to You”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus’ Return: Be Alert, Ready and Serving”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Even So, Come”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Mark 13:33 – 37 Parable of the householder – be alert Matthew 24:32 – 41 Parable of the Fig Tree - Know the signs of the times Matthew 24:42 – 44 Be alert and ready Matthew 24:45 – 51 Blessed is the servant doing as the master instructed
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422 FBCWest | Jesus Tells of the Signs Before His Return
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Grace Greater than our Sin” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 42:1 & 2 “Build Your Kingdom Here” “Your Promises” “This is it (You Instead of Me)” “Rest”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Tells of the Signs Before His Return”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Even So, Come”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
- Sermon Notes
Mark 13:1 – 4 Jesus leaves the Temple and prediction Matthew 24:4 – 14 Initial signs of His Return Matthew 24:15 – 28 The sign of the Abomination of Desolation and great tribulation Matthew 24:29 – 31 Sins in the sky and His return
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421 FBCWest | The Economy of the Kingdom “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Heavenly Sunligh” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 92”1 - 4 “Wonder” “Gifts From God” “Yes I Will” “Goodness of God”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Economy of the Kingdom”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Resurrecting”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now
Sermon Notes
Mark 12:41 – 44 Widow gave more than all else combined John 12:20 – 36 Love your life you lose it, hate it and you keep it to eternal life
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420 FBCWest | Woe to Hypocrites October 11, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “Blessed Assurance” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 John 3:1 & 2 “Open up the Heavens” “You’ll Come” “I Will Boast” “Oceans Will Part” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Woe to Hypocrites”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Show Me Your Glory”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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At FBCWest October 4, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“At Calvary” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Chronicles 16:23 - 29 “Because of Your Love” “Gifts From God” “Made for You” “Mighty to Save”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Pharisees, Sadducees & Lawyer Question Jesus”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Build My Life”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Matthew 22:15 – 17 A question regarding paying taxes Matthew 22:18 – 22 Jesus’ answer render to Caesar his and God’s His Matthew 22:23 – 33 Jesus questioned on the resurrection and His response Matthew 22:34 – 40 Lawyer’s question and Jesus’ response regarding the greatest commandment Matthew 22:41 – 46 Jesus ask the religious leaders a question
418 FBCWest | Jesus Authority Challenged and His Response September 27, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Corinthians 1:18 - 25” “There is a Name I Love to Hear” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – “He Has Won” “More” “Days of Elijah” “Shine”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus’ Authority Challenged and His Response”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Love Moved First”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Matthew 21:23 – 27 Jesus’ authority challenged by religious leaders Matthew 21:28 – 32 Parable of two sons Matthew 21:33 – 41 Parable of the Landowner Matthew 21:42 – 44 Jesus’ judgment Matthew 21:45 & 46 Their response Matthew 22:1 – 14 Parable of the Marriage Feast, we should take special note
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417 FBCWest | The Fig Tree and the Temple - Their Purpose September 20, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Holy, Holy, Holy” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Hebrews 13:15 & 16 “Holy is the Lord” “The Voice of Truth” “Glorious Day”(Passion) “Everything (God in My Living)”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Fig Tree and the Temple: Their Purpose”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Walk by Faith”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Mark 11:12 – 14 A fig tree with leaves but no fruit so Jesus curses it Mark 11:15 & 16 Jesus drives out merchandising in the Temple Mark 11:17 The purpose of the Temple Mark 11:18 Religious leaders seek to kill Jesus Mark 11:19 Retired to Bethany again Mark 11:20 & 21 Fig tree withered Mark 11:22 – 25 Jesus teaches
416 FBCWest | The Glory of the Lord Returns to the Temple September 13, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“To God be the Glory” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Corinthians 4:20 “Beautiful One” “Beautiful Things” “Today is Beautiful” “Hosanna (Hillsong)”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Glory of the Lord Returns to the Temple”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Show Me Your Glory”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Daniel 9:25 & 26 The time when the Messiah is to come Genesis 49:8 – 11 Prophesy concerning the Messiah Zechariah 9:9 The King is coming mounted on a donkey Psalm 118:22 – 29 Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord 2 Kings 9:13 The people put their garments under Jehu as king Matthew 21:1 – 11 Jesus enters Jerusalem as propheized Matthew 21:12 & 13 Jesus the Son of God, the glory of God enters the temple Ezekiel 11:23 In 586 BC the Glory of the Lord left the temple and stopped at the Mount of Olives Matthew 21:14 – 16 The children ive praise to Him Matthew 21:17 Jesus leaves Jerusalem and goes to Bethany
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415 FBCWest | An Act of Love Criticized September 6, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“There is Power in the Blood” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 18 “There is Power” “Break Every Chain (There is Power)” “Anchor (Skillet version)” “God of All My Days”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “An Act of Love Criticized”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Love the Lord”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Mathew 26:6 Jesus in Bethany at the house of Simon John 12:1 & 2 Lazarus there with Martha serving John 12:3 Mary anoints Jesus with costly perfume John 12:4 – 6 Judas and the disciples critize Mary: See Matt. 26:8 & 9 John 12:7 & 8 Jesus defends Mary’s actions John 12:9 – 12 Lazarus is a celebrate and maked for death
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414 FBCWest | A Parable Concerning the Coming Kingdom August 30, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“He Keeps Me Singing” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Philippians 3:3 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Rising Sun” “Who You Say I Am” “Your Name”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “A Parable Concerning the Coming Kingdom”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Build My Life”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Luke 19:11 The reason Jesus teaches this parable Luke 19:12 & 13 A nobleman to go away and gives his slaves money to invest Luke 19:14 Citizens attitude Luke 19:15 - 19 An accounting by two of the slaves Luke 19:20 – 23 Accounting by the fearful slave Luke 19:24 – 27 Judgment concerning the slaves and the enemies
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413 FBCWest | Those Who Cannot Not See August 23, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“The Solid Rock” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – John 4:23 & 24 “Open up the Heavens” “Yes I Will” “Anchor” “What Can I Do?”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Those Who Cannot Not See”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Way Maker”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Mark 10:46 & 47 Cry for mercy Mark 10:48 Crowds’ reaction, but continued calling out Mark 10:49 - 51 Jesus calls the blind man Mark 10:52 Immediate healing and following of Jesus Luke 19:1 – 4 A small stature man tries to see Jesus Luke 19:5 & 6 Jesus invites Himself to Zacchaeus’ house Luke 19:7 The crowd grumbles that Jesus is going to a sinner’s house Luke 19:8 Zacchaeus repents Luke 19:9 & 10 Salvation comes
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412 FBCWest | How to Really Be Promoted in the Kingdom of God August 16, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Have Faith in God” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Romans 12:1 & 2 “Let it be Known” “Your Promises” “No One Like You” “One Thing”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “How to Really Be Promoted in the Kingdom of God”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Only Jesus”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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411 FBCWest | The Kingdom Is Like Laborers in a Vineyard August 9, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Heavenly Sunlight” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 22:17 “Let God Arise” “God I Look to You” “Glory to God Forever” “God of Justice”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Kingdom Is Like Laborers in a Vineyard”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Until the Whole World Hears”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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405 FBCWest | A Rich Man and a Poor Man Named Lazarus
June 28, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“As the Deer” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Galatians 1:3 - 5 “Every Day” “Indescribable” “Born Again” “Rest”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “A Rich Man and a Poor Man Named Lazarus”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Will Rise” Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Luke 16:19 – 22 Conditions of two men Luke 16:22 Both men die Luke 16:23 & 24 Rich man’s eternal situation Luke 16:25 & 26 There is no mercy for the rich man Luke 16:27 & 28 Rich man wants Lazarus to rise from the dead to warn his brothers Luke 16:29 & 30 His brothers already have the Law and the Prophets Luke 16:31 They won’t believe even If someone comes back from the dead He is right!!!!!
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410 FBCWest | The Rich Young Ruler and Eternal Life
"God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“There is a Name I Love to Hear” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 15:2 - 4 “This is Amazing Grace” “Waterfall” “Made For You” “Still”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Rich Young Ruler and Eternal Life”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “The Way” Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Mark 10:17 The question: How to inherit eternal life Mark 10:18 Jesus’ first response only God is good Mark 10:19 Eeep the commandments Mark 10:20 Rich man responds he has from his youth Mark 10:21 In love Jesus tells him what is lacking Mark 10:22 He walks away still lacking Mark 10:23 – 26 Jesus says it is very hard for the rich to enter into the kingdom and disciples are amazed Mark 10:27 With God all things are possible
409 FBCWest | Parables on Prayer: Persistent and Humble July 26, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Standing on the Promises” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 5:11 - 14 “Sing, Sing, Sing” “I Raise a Hallelujah” “Wonder” “Stronger”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Parables on Prayer: Persistent and Humble”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Humble Ourselves” Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Luke 18:1 – 6 Persistent widow and an unrighteous judge Luke 18:7 & 8a God is not like that judge Luke 18:8b Will Jesus find faith when He returns? Luke 18:9 Trusting yourself and having contempt for others Luke 18:10 – 12 Prayer of the Pharisee Luke 18:13 Prayer of the sinner Luke 18:14 The results of the two prayers
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408 FBCWest | One Out of Ten
July 19, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Bless the Lord, O My Soul” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Revelation 4:11 “Yours is the Kingdom” “Lift My Life Up” “Get Back Up” “Love Moved First”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “One out of Ten”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Do It Again” Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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407 FBCWest | Lazarus and the Glory of God
July 12, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Love You Lord” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 24 “Endless Light” “I Refuse” “We Won’t Be Quiet” “Love Moved First”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Lazarus and the Glory of God”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Will Rise” Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
John 11:1 – 3 Lazarus is sick and his sisters send word to Jesus John 11:4 – 9 Lazarus sickness not to end in death so Jesus stays there even though He loves Lazarus and the sisters John 11:8 – 10 Jesus heads to Judea, but His disciples warn Him John 11:11 – 16 Jesus tells His disciples that Lazarus is dead. They go thinking they will die with Jesus John 11:17 – 27 Lazarus dead already 4 days, but Jesus talks to Martha concerning the resurrection John 11:28 – 37 Mary and others meet Jesus and He is moved by what He sees John 11:38 – 48 Lazarus arises from the dead John 11:45 & 46 Many believe, but John 11:49 – 53 Caiaphas advice and prophecy John 11:54 Jesus goes to the city of Ephraim
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FBCWest July 5, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “America the Beautiful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Isaiah 6:1 - 8 “Good Grace” “Confidence” “Lord I Need You” “Another in the Fire” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Unworthy Slaves”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Resurrection Power”
THE LORD’S SUPPER “O How He Loves You and Me”
We do this in Remembrance of Him
“O How He Loves You and Me”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Luke 17:7 – 10 We just did what you told us to do
404 FBCWest | The Parable about a Mismanaging Manager
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403 FBCWest | Parables of the Lost
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402 FBCWest | Bible Study Ask Pastor Joe Anything
Men of women of faith of Asper signs, one of the famous one is Gideon, Gideon ask or assigned based on a police to be wet and then to be dry so you, Gideon wanting to be assured of things, seeks for a sign.
John Chapter 2, verse 11, when Jesus turns the water into the wine, John tells us that was the first sign that Jesus performed to manifest his glory. And throughout Jesus his ministry, he performed signs not when people were asking for them, but as a confirmation of who he was. He's preached the word with as one, having authority. He healed the lanes of lying.
Sick the the death. All of those indications of who he was, and so there were plenty of opportunities to see signs to confirm who Jesus is was, but they not having a sensitive heart. And like I said, signs really don't produce faith. They're just there.
But also if you will of perfect example of the signs that were there when Jesus came the first time Jesus told us that there will be signs when he comes again, the beginning of those is pestilence and earthquakes and all manner of of bad things happening and expose those are just beginning of the birth pains and so he is given us signs that we can see, just as determining whether.
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401 FBCWest | Count the Cost
June 7, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Because He Lives” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Chronicles 16:8 - 11 “With Me” “Your Promises” “How Can I Keep from Singing?” “Love Moved First”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Count the Cost”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “My Heart Is Yours”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Luke 14:25 & 26 The value of Jesus verses family Luke 14:27 Must carry your own cross to be a disciple Luke 14:28 – 30 Calculating the cost before beginning What are the costs? Doing what you want instead of what the Lord wants Being dead to sin Other costs – What keeps you from following Jesus Luke 14:31 & 32 What is the cost of the battle? Luke 14:33 Surrendering all you have for Him Hard for the rich to do so and we are rich In our desire to make believers we can mislead people that becoming a Christian costs nothing. Life is abundant, which it is, but there are still trials and tribulations
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400 FBCWest | Bible Study Asking Pastor Joe Anything
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399 FBCWest | Parables of the Dinner Guests
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FBCWest May 24, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Love You Lord” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – 1 Timothy 1:17 “All Because of Jesus” “Spirit and the Bride” “Found in You” “Tune of His Glory”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Enter Through the Narrow Door”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes
Luke 13:23 & 24 The question are just a few saved? Luke 13:25 – 28 It’s not that you know Jesus, does He know you? Luke 13:29 & 30 They come from all over Luke 13:31 Warning about Harrod Luke 13:32 – 35 Jesus’ response to the warning
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394 FBCWest | Bible Study Asking Pastor Joe Anything
Why did God hand down Laws to His people that He knew they would never be able to keep? Galatians 3:15 – 29
The promise came first, then the Law. The Law came to be our teacher, to lead us to Christ, who justifies us by faith. Galatians 2:15 & 16
Those under the Law came to know that the Law would not justify them.
What exactly does it mean when the Bible says God and Jesus have authority?
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393 FBCWest | Jesus Calls for Repentance Regardless of Events May 10, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 149:1
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus Calls for Repentance Regardless of Events”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Luke 13:1 – 5 Don’t judge what happens to others, you repent Luke 13:6 – 9 The Parable of the barren fig tree Luke 13:10 - 13 Jesus heals on the Sabbath at a synagogue Luke 13:14 Synagogue official’s response Luke 13:15 & 16 Jesus’ response to the official Luke 13:17 The crowds response It is His kindness that leads us to repentance
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Why did God hand down Laws to His people that He knew they would never be able to keep? Galatians 3:15 – 29
The promise came first, then the Law. The Law came to be our teacher, to lead us to Christ, who justifies us by faith. Galatians 2:15 & 16
Those under the Law came to know that the Law would not justify them.
What exactly does it mean when the Bible says God and Jesus have authority?
Right/Power Actually Rightful power
Matt:7:28 & 29 Teaches as one who has authority
Matt 9:6 Authority to forgive sins
Matt 10:1 Gave 12 authority over unclean spirits to cast them out and to heal all kinds of diseases and sickness
Luke 12:5 Has authority to cast into hell
John 10:17 & 18 To lay down and take up His life
Rom 13:1 Not authority except from God
Jude 24 & 25 Acknowledgement of authority
Matt 28:16 All authority given to Jesus
Are the Books in the Bible in chronological order?
Torah Prophets Writings
Other classifications
Torah – Law Historical books Wisdom and poetry Prophets
Is the Book of Numbers a census and if it is why should we read it? Is it relevant today?
Chapter 1, et seq 603,550
Chapter 26 et seq 601,730
There are arguments about the number
Numbers recites other laws given by God
Also contains about: God’s presence – Cloud covered Tabernacle by day and fire by night. When it moved the people would move. About God’s presence in the wilderness journey God’s provision – Mana, water quail God’s patience – the people continually grumbled There are great narratives- Balaam and the talking donkey What is the unpardonable sin?
To blaspheme the Holy Spirit Matthew 12:30 – 32 Mark 3:28 – 30
Blasphemy is the act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence to God
Jesus says only blaspheming the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven
Why did Jesus speak in parables?
Isaiah 6:8 – 10 Matthew 13:10 – 17 Notice this came after Matthew 12:24 when the Pharisees attributed the casting out of a demon by Satan
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391 FBCWest | Parables about Servants and Jesus’ Explanation Why He Came
May 3, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 148:1 - 6
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Parables about Servants and Jesus’ Explanation Why He Came”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Luke 12:35 – 40 Parable of the servants watching Luke 12:41 Peter’s question who is the teaching directed at Luke 12:42 48 Parable of the wise servant Luke 12:49 - 53 Jesus came to divide Luke 12:54 – 56 See the signs of the times
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390 FBCWest | Psalm 23 | Part 5
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389 FBCWest | Be Afraid but Do Not Fear
April 26, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 147:7
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Jesus Teaches: Be Afraid, but Do Not Fear”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Luke 12:1 Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees Luke 12:2 & 3 Nothing is covered up Luke 12:4 & 5 Fear God Luke 12:6 & 7 You are more valuable Luke 12:8–12 Confession, Denial and Defense Luke 12:13–15 Be on guard against greed Luke 12:16–21 Parable of the Rich Fool Luke 12:22–32 Don’t worry, it doesn’t work, instead seek the Kingdom Luke 33 & 34 Where the treasure is there the heart is
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388 FBCWest | Psalm 23 | Part 4
It's the Lord is my Shepherd. I shall not want is very personal and my hope is that this song becomes very personal to you just out of the word of God, which it is. But it is important because it is personal and I hope it's not only personal to you, but that you teach it to your children and your grandchildren that it becomes personal to them. And so David starts out again saying that the Lord is my Shepherd.
David is going to change the motif or the theme, or the analogy Sophie will. It's almost like a second verse, and he's going to go from the Lord being his Shepherd to the Lord. Being a host to being someone who is there to make sure that the guests are well taken care of. And so in verse 5.
It says you prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. So again, he starts off this verse with you. He's talking to God. He's understanding that his God, who is the host, that that God, that the King and the Lord of Heaven and Earth as done what he's doing says he's prepared.
Repair basically means that you do something off with a four thought that you do. It was planning and execution and so when you invite people over for Thanksgiving or an Easter or whatever meal, you usually invite a number of people in family and then people will set the table. Will prepare the table and one of the Times that we take the opportunity to teach our children about.
Manners and etiquette as we have them learn to set the table and so in essence, David Usain you God are setting or preparing a table for me, it's there or we are to gather to eat now in Middle Eastern Custom one of the most intimate things that you could do was be to eat with someone to provide an in and share a meal. And so it is. It's God is a host.
And he's prepared this table, Jesus.
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387 FBCWest | Woe to Pharisees and Lawyers April 19, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 147:1
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Woe to Pharisees and Lawyers”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Luke 11:37 – 41 Clean: Inside or out? Luke 11:42 – 44 Woe to the Pharisees Luke 11:45 & 46 Woe to the religious lawyers Luke 11:47 & 48 Woe to them Luke 11:49 - 51 Accountable for the blood split Luke 11:52 Continued woes to the religious lawyers Luke 11:53 & 54 Plotting against Jesus
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385 FBCWest | Of First Importance
April 12, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Luke 24:1 - 12” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – “Like a Lion” “Resurrecting” “Because He Lives”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “Of First Importance”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection ““
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes 1 Corinthians 15:1 & 2 The gospel preached 1 Corinthians 15:3 – 8 Of first importance: Jesus’ death burial and resurrection according to the Scriptures 1 Corinthians 15:42 Believers will be resurrected 1 Corinthians 15:50 – 57 God gives us the victory Philippians 3:7 – 11 To know Him, the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings
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384 FBCWest | Darkness Service
CRUCIFIXION SERVICE April 8, 2020
Prelude WELCOME and INTRODUCTIONS Scripture Reading – Isaiah 53:1 - 11 “Lead Me to Calvary”
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“Father forgive them, for they know not what they do.” SCRIPTURE – Luke 23:33- 38 “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” vs 1,3 “Blessed Redeemer” vs 1 & 2 Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy Understanding One, Jesus
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“Truly, I say to you, this day you shall be with Me in paradise.” SCRIPTURE – Luke 23:39 - 43 “There Is a Fountain” vs 1,2 “Unending Love” vs 1,2, & 3 Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy Redeeming One, Jesus
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“Woman, behold your son, Behold your mother” SCRIPTURE – John 19:25 - 27 “Were You There” vs 1,2 “Hiding Place” Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy Providing One, Jesus
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“My God, My God, why hast Thou forsaken Me?” SCRIPTURE – Mark 15:33 - 35 “The Old Rugged Cross” vs 1,3 Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy Rejected One, Jesus
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“I thirst” SCRIPTURE – John 19:28 & 29 “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” vs 2,3 Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy Fulfilling One, Jesus
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"It is finished” SCRIPTURE – John 19:30 “Jesus Paid it All” vs 1,3 “At the Cross 1,3 No chorus Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy Sacrificial Lamb, Jesus
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“Father, into Your hands I commit My spirit” SCRIPTURE – Luke 23:46 - 49 “Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross” vs 1,3 Chorus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and THE FAITHFUL One, Jesus Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus
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Bulletin FBCWest April 5, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” “” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 146:1 - 6 “” “” “” “” Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “A Necessary Thing and Prayer”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection ““
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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382 FBCWest | Psalm 23 | Part 2
Psalm 23:2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters.
God makes me – I do not know on my own when all is well and provided for
Lie down = I am safe in His leading to this place
Green pastures = All that I need is there and comfortable/it is not a rocky place
Matthew 11:28
He leads me beside quiet waters
It is God who is doing the leading and knows where He wants me to go
Beside = not in the water but close enough to access it
Quiet = waters of rest calm not rushing so that I may drink freely and without concern
Water = that which is necessary to provide and sustain life
Living water John 4:10 John 7:37 - 39
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381 FBCWest | With Every Act of Love
March 29, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“His Name Is Wonderful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 145:1 - 7
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Converses with a Lawyer”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “With Every Act of Love“
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes Luke 10:25 Lawyer tests Jesus Luke 10:26 Jesus’ response Luke 10:27 & 28 The correct answer Luke 10:29 The problem with the answer Luke 10:30 – 35 The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:36 & 37 The neighbor 1 John 4:19 -21
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380 FBCWest | Psalm 23 | Part 1
PSALM 23 A Psalm written by David perhaps after he left Jerusalem when Absalom successfully deposed him.
A Psalm of guidance, protection and comfort. Used to comfort those going through or emerging from great difficulty.
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FBCWest 379 | Jesus: I Am the Door and the Good Shepherd March 22, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“His Name Is Wonderful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 134 “Song of Hope” “Raise A Hallelujah” “Light the Way” “With Everything”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus: I Am the Door and the Good Shepherd”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Will Follow“
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes John 10:1 – 10 He is the door for the sheep John 10:11 – 18 He is the Good Shepherd John 10:19 – 21 A division of the Jews concerning Him
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FBCWest March 15, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“His Name Is Wonderful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 122:1 “Build Your Kingdom Here” “Way Maker” “Like a Lion” “Do it Again”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Who Sinned?”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “My Savior, My God“
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
Sermon Notes John 9:1 & 2 Disciples ask who sinned that the man is blind John 9:3 – 7 Jesus’ response and action John 9:8 – 12 Questioning about the man and what happened John 9:13 – 17 The man questioned John 9:18 – 23 The man’s parents questioned John 9:24 – 34 The man questioned a second time John 9: 9:35 – 41 Jesus confirms to the man He is the Son of God
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377 FBCWest | The Truth Makes You Free
FBCWest March 8, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“His Name Is Wonderful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 117 “Glorious Day (Passion Version)” “Strong Enough To Save” “Believer” “God I Look to You”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Truth Makes You Free”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “We Are the Free“
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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376 FBCWest | Jesus – The I Am
FBCWest March 1, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“His Name Is Wonderful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 115:1 - 8 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Resurrecting” “Same Power” “You are Here (Same Power)”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus – The I Am”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “I Believe“
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375 FBCWest | He Teaches in the Temple During the Feast of Booths
FBCWest February 23, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Will Celebrate” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 113 “Let it be Known” “Control” “Yes I Will” “Goodness of God”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “He Teaches in the Temple During the Feast of Booths”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Grace Like Rain”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Will Celebrate” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 108:1 - 5 “All Because of Jesus” “Just Say Jesus” “Jesus Saves” “Stop the World”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Sins by a Brother and Forgiveness”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Foregiveness”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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372 FBCWest | Teaching on the Entry and Greatness in the Kingdom
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Will Celebrate” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 107:1 & 2 “God Who Saves” “God of Brilliant Lights” “Today Is Beautiful” “Oh My Soul”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Teaching on Entry and Greatness in the Kingdom”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “From the Inside Out”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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FBCWest January 26, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Will Enter His Gates” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 106:1 - 3 “Nothing Ever (Could Separate Us)” “More” “Greatness of Our God” “Stay and Wait”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Death and Taxes”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Take My Life”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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FBCWest 370 | The Impact of Even a Little Faith
FBCWest January 19, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Will Enter His Gates” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 105:1 - 5 “Awesome is the Lord on High” “Love is Here” “Live with Abandon” “From the Inside Out”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Impact of Even a Little Faith”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Walk by Faith”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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FBCWest 369 | Jesus Transfiguration
January 12, 2020
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Will Enter His Gates” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 103:1 - 5 “Glorious Day” (Passion/Standfill version) “Raise a Hallelujah” “Chain Breaker” “Your Great Name”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus’ Transfiguration”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Majesty” (Building 429)
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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368 FBCWest | Jesus Tells of His Suffering and Death
FBCWest
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Will Enter His Gates” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 100 “Speaking Louder than Before” “One Thing Remains” “We Are the Free” “Come to the Table”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Tells of His Suffering and Death”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Jesus Messiah”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Won’t Stop Now”
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FBCWest December 29, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 98:4 - 6 “God of Wonders” “God of this City” “God Is Able” “God, I Love You”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Who Do You Say Jesus Is?”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Build My Life”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
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366 FBCWest | The Healing of a Blind Man in Stages
Bulletin FBCWest December 15, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Angels, from the Realms of Glory” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 96:1 - 6 “Build Your Kingdom Here” “Your Promises” “No One Like You” “Forever Reign”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “The Healing of a Blind Man in Stages”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Open the Eyes of My Heart”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
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FBCWest December 8, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Joy to the World! The Lord Is Come” Praise and Worship
SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm “Jesus Saves” “Great are You Lord” “Let it Rise” “Goodness of God”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Feeding Loaves and Avoiding Leaven”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Draw Me Close”
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FBCWest 364 | Jesus Does All Things Well
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“O Come, All Ye Faithful” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 92:1 - 4 “Your Love Awakens Me” “Goodness of God” “Wonder” “You Love Me Anyway”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Does All Things Well”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Always Enough”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
FBCWest November 24, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Jesus Draw Me Close” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 90:1 & 2 “Endless LIght” “Forgiveness” “Start a Fire” “Living Hope”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry of Jesus The Messiah” “Tradition verses Commandment”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Word of God Speak”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
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FBCWest 362 | Jesus True Food and Drink
Bulletin FBCWest November 17, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Jesus Draw Me Close” Praise and Worship
SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 89:1 & 2 “All Because of Jesus” “Shine” “Signature of Divine” “Do it Again”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry ff Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus: True Food and Drink”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Jesus, Messiah”
The Lord’s Supper
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
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FBCWest November 10, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Jesus Draw Me Close” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 88:1 - 4 “Open up the Heavens” “Waterfall” “Lifesong” “Resurrecting”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry ff Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Walks on Water and Peter Tries”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Fix My Eyes”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
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360 FBCWest | Jesus Feeds More than 5,000
FBCWest November 3, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Jesus Draw Me Close” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 81:1 - 3 “Today is the Day” “Mended” “Thrive” “Your Great Name”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry ff Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Feeds More than 5,000”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Always Enough”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
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359 FBCWest | Jesus Heals Two Blind and a Demon Possessed Man
Bulletin FBCWest October 27, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Above All” Praise and Worship SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 67 “Raise a Hallelujah” “Indescribable” “Only King Forever” “Your Promises”
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry ff Jesus The Messiah” “Jesus Heals Two Blind and a Demon Possessed Man”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Days of Elijah”
Acknowledgements and Announcements Benediction “Only Jesus”
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FBCWest October 20, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Above All”
Praise and Worship READING – Psalm 66
The Time Has Come You Never Let Go Fix My Eyes One Thing
Giving of Selves and Our Offerings
OFFERTORY PRAYER
SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
Proclamation of the Word
Message by Pastor Joe “The Life and Ministry ff Jesus The Messiah” “Twelve Years, a Matter of Perspective”
PRAYER TIME / Time of Reflection “Song of Hope”
Acknowledgements and Announcements
Benediction “Only Jesus”
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357 FBCWest | Jesus Calms the Wind, Sea, and Men
Bulletin FBCWest October 13, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“Majesty” PRAISE AND WORSHIP SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 63:1 - 5 “10,000 Reasons” “This Is Amazing Grace” “Even So Come” God’s not Dead”
GIVING OF SELVES AND OUR OFFERINGS OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD MESSAGE Pastor Joe “THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS THE MESSIAH” “Jesus Calms the Wind, Sea and Men”
Time of Reflection
“Our God (Is Greater)”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benediction “Only Jesus”
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FBCWest October 6, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.” All”
PRAISE AND WORSHIP SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 47 “Nothing Ever (Could Separate Us)” “Day One” “Shake the World” “How He Loves”
GIVING OF SELVES AND OUR OFFERINGS OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD MESSAGE Pastor Joe “THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS THE MESSIAH” “He Teaches in Parables: The Kingdom of Heaven Is Like …”
Time of Reflection PRAYER TIME
“Build Your Kingdom Here”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Benediction “Only Jesus”
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FBCWest September 29, 2019
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“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Love You, Lord”
PRAISE AND WORSHIP SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 42:1 & 2 “Whom Shall I Fear (God of Angel Armies) “Strong Enough to Save” “Won’t Stop Now” “Who Am I?”
GIVING OF SELVES AND OUR OFFERINGS OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD MESSAGE Pastor Joe “THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS THE MESSIAH” “He Teaches in Parables: Sons of Heaven and Sons of the Evil One”
Time of Reflection PRAYER TIME –
“The Way”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Benediction “Only Jesus”
FBCWest September 22, 2019
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
“I Love You, Lord” PRAISE AND WORSHIP SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 34:1 - 3 “Forever” “Rooftops” “Break Every Chain” “Breathe”
GIVING OF SELVES AND OUR OFFERINGS OFFERTORY PRAYER
SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD MESSAGE Pastor Joe “THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS THE MESSIAH” “He Teaches in Parables: The Sower”
Time of Reflection PRAYER TIME – “Until the Whole World Hears”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Benediction “Only Jesus”
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353 FBCWest | Evil Spirits and the Holy Spirit by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
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351 FBCWest | Jesus' Testimony About Himself by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
350 FBCWest | 2 Gates, 2 Trees, and 2 Foundations
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Jesus delivers what is commonly known as :The Sermon on the Mount.” It has so much to consider we will look at it in various parts. Throughout His sermon what qualities a disciple has and He compares and contrasts disciples with others. The first part of His sermon is known as “The Beatitudes”. He issues a number of this then statements, such as “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. The merciful have been blessed, it is past tense. The this statement is the merciful have been blessed. The then statement is that they will receive mercy. Each of these statements are qualities or characteristics of a believer. We should regularly consider Jesus’ entire sermon, but especially the Beatitudes to determine if our life reflects these blessing in our life.
As Jesus continues His circuit ministry throughout Galilee, there are many people following, in addition to His disciples. One of those groups of people who were following Jesus was the Pharisee. They followed Him, not to learn from Him, but to criticize Him. One such occasion was when He and His disciples walked through a grain field on the Sabbath. His disciples were hungry, so that picked some grain and ate it. The Pharisees immediacy call Jesus’ attention to this and condemn the disciples for breaking the Sabbath. But they did not in effect break the Sabbath, they broke the religious establishments interpretation of the commandment to rest on the Sabbath and keep it holy. Jesus defends His disciple from an example in the Scriptures of David and his companions eating bread that was in the holy place, where only the priest were to go and eat the bread. He also defended them from the law that the priest work on the Sabbath. Both were considered innocent. But the final defense of His disciples was two-fold. Jesus is greater than the Temple and He is the Lord of the Sabbath.
On that same Sabbath Jesus enters into a synagogue where a man with a withered harem was attending. The Pharisees do not doubt Jesus’ authority or ability to heal the man. Instead, their answer to whether it is permitted to do good on the Sabbath is a resounding no. But Jesus heals the man on the Sabbath by stating even their interpretation of the law permits a person to help and animal out of a ditch. Jesus states that people are more valuable than animals and heals the man. The Pharisees response is not to praise God or acknowledge Jesus, but to conspire to destroy Him.
Do we add rules and regulations that prevent us from doing good, even on the Sabbath?
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As Jesus continues His circuit ministry throughout Galilee, there are many people following, in addition to His disciples. One of those groups of people who were following Jesus was the Pharisee. They followed Him, not to learn from Him, but to criticize Him. One such occasion was when He and His disciples walked through a grain field on the Sabbath. His disciples were hungry, so that picked some grain and ate it. The Pharisees immediacy call Jesus’ attention to this and condemn the disciples for breaking the Sabbath. But they did not in effect break the Sabbath, they broke the religious establishments interpretation of the commandment to rest on the Sabbath and keep it holy. Jesus defends His disciple from an example in the Scriptures of David and his companions eating bread that was in the holy place, where only the priest were to go and eat the bread. He also defended them from the law that the priest work on the Sabbath. Both were considered innocent. But the final defense of His disciples was two-fold. Jesus is greater than the Temple and He is the Lord of the Sabbath.
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Jesus calls Levi/Matthew to follow Him. Matthew was a tax-collector. Tax-collectors were hated, both because they collected taxes, but were doing so for the Roman Empire. Tax-collectors who were also Jewish were considered traitors. Even so, Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him. Jesus calls people like you and me who others may not think worthy, but Jesus does so anyway. As a result Matthew gives a reception for Jesus with other tax-collectors and those the religious leader think to be sinners. Addressing their criticism, Jesus says that it is the sick that need a physician. Unstated, but true, when it comes to sin and being sinners, we all are in need of a physician and Jesus is the Great Physician. Churches and Christ followers should understand that we are in the dual position of being in need of a physician for our sins and are ones who are to assist leading people to Jesus and teaching them so that they are healed in more than their bodies, but their souls as well.
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FBCWest 337 | Jesus Heals and Forgives Sins
After having sowed His power and authority over nature by Simon’s great catch of fish, Jesus now shows not only His authority over the Scriptures as He teaches and preaches, He shows His power and authority over other matters. He casts out a demon from a man in the synagogue. Jesus has both the power and authority to do so and the people attending the synagogue that day are amazed by it and recognize that Jesus does have such power and authority. After the service Jesus goes to Simon’s house, where Simon’s mother-in-law is sick with a fever. Jesus touches her, rebukes that fever and she is made well. Immediately thereafter she goes to work helping to serve those there. That evening is filled with Jesus healing and casting out demons of may who are brought to Him. But the next day Jesus goes into seclusion. If Jesus found that necessary, maybe we should too. However, people continue to search for Him until they find Him and want him to remain with them. Instead Jesus tells them He must continue to teach and preach elsewhere.
After having sowed His power and authority over nature by Simon’s great catch of fish, Jesus now shows not only His authority over the Scriptures as He teaches and preaches, He shows His power and authority over other matters. He casts out a demon from a man in the synagogue. Jesus has both the power and authority to do so and the people attending the synagogue that day are amazed by it and recognize that Jesus does have such power and authority. After the service Jesus goes to Simon’s house, where Simon’s mother-in-law is sick with a fever. Jesus touches her, rebukes that fever and she is made well. Immediately thereafter she goes to work helping to serve those there. That evening is filled with Jesus healing and casting out demons of may who are brought to Him. But the next day Jesus goes into seclusion. If Jesus found that necessary, maybe we should too. However, people continue to search for Him until they find Him and want him to remain with them. Instead Jesus tells them He must continue to teach and preach elsewhere.
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Jesus after preaching to the people in Simon Peter’s boat. Tells Simon to go out a little and cast his net. Simon and his partners had worked all night without catching anything. Simon informs Jesus of this, but tells Jesus he will do so anyway. I do not think Simon did so in faith, but out of respect for Jesus. As a result of him doing as Jesus said, they caught more fish than two boats could hold. Simon could have responded by saying that if Jesus continued to tell him where to catch fish, they could become wealthy. Instead, Simon understands that Jesus was different than ordinary men and that in comparison Simon was a sinful man and that Jesus should depart from him. Instead of agreeing with Simon, Jesus tells Simon that He is calling him to no longer be a catcher of fish, but of people. Simon and his partners, Andrew, James and John leave everything and begin to follow Jesus.
1 Corinthians 1 beginning at verse 26 tells us we are to consider, think about, our calling. We are called not because we are worthy of the calling or even qualified, but that God calls us so that He will be glorified. Just as Simon and his partners left everything to follow Jesus, we too are called and should forsake everything and follow Him.
Jesus leaves Judea due to the arrest of John the Baptist. He begins His Galilean Ministry by relocating to Capernaum and traveling through Galilee preaching, teaching and doing signs and wonders. Early in that ministry He returns to His home town of Nazareth. There, as is His custom, attends synagogue on the Sabbath. He reads the prophet, Isaiah Chapter 61 and declares that they are witnesses to the realization of that prophesy. Initially, they are impressed at His words. However, He knows their hearts and tells them that God sent Elijah to a gentile widow, even though there were many widows in Israel and that Elisha healed a gentile of leprosy, even though there were many lepers in Israel. In essence He told them they, like Israel when it was hard hearted and did not seek the Lord, will miss the blessings of God. Instead of repenting, the entire synagogue became enraged to the point they move Jesus to the brow of the hill the town was built on to throw Him off. Because it was not Jesus’ time nor how He was to die, He simply walked away. When Jesus tells us difficult things, instead of becoming enraged or indifferent, we should repent and seek to be closer to Him, rather than having Him walk away.
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333 FBCWest | The Resurrevtion and the Life by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
Jesus returns to Jerusalem for a holy day feast and heals a man who had been disabled for 38 years on the Sabbath. He is accused by the religious authority of breaking the Sabbath by healing the man. Jesus’ response is that God the Father works on the Sabbath and He does what He see His Father doing. This enrages them even more in that He is making himself equal with God. Jesus again rebukes them for their unbelief. He says there are witnesses of who He is. The witnesses are John the Baptizer, The Father, the works that Jesus does themselves, and the Scriptures. He plainly tells them they search the scriptures for eternal life, but it is the scriptures themselves that testify that it is Jesus who gives eternal life. He even more directly rebukes them by saying that it is not Him that will accuse them, but Moses himself. Moses, the one they honor and revere is the one who also points to Jesus as the Son of God.
A desperate father, because his son is dying, goes to Jesus, in faith, believing Jesus can heal him if He goes to his son. Jesus’ initial response is that people only want to see signs and wonders. The father stays persistent and implores Jesus to go to his son anyway. Jesus then answers him and say the child is healed. The father now has a choice: one to continue to implore Jesus to do it the way he asked, or the second to respond in faith and go back to his son. The father believes Jesus and returns home. Before he gets home he learns the child was healed at the same time Jesus spoke. As a result the whole household believes. In our prayer life we frequently ask the Lord to do something the way we think it should be done. What if we simply believed and allowed Him to answer His way?
The miracle at the wedding at Cana speaks more of who Jesus is than just His first miracle. Jesus turns water into wine. Jesus does not transform water, He changes its elements to wine. Jesus’ power is not just that he moves one form to another. He does not transform water into ice or steam, but transmutes the elements from water into another substance. He is not limited to the elements at hand, but can change the substance of the element. Further, He is not limited in time, but transcends time. Wine requires fermentation time. The fermentation of wine requires at least two stages of fermentation. The first stage takes 5 to 10 days and the second 5 to 14 days. So the minimum time is 10 to 24 days, but Jesus turns water into wine instantly. This means He can operate outside time parameters. He also made “good” wine, not just wine. The term “good“ should cause us to remember creation when God said what He created was good. John at the start of his gospel stated that Jesus was/is God and was creator. The first miracle makes plain that Jesus as creator can make instantly, what requires time. The earth and the universe may appear to be of a certain age, but the Creator can make the creation instantly, though it appears very, very old.
The miracle at the wedding at Cana speaks more of who Jesus is than just His first miracle. Jesus turns water into wine. Jesus does not transform water, He changes its elements to wine. Jesus’ power is not just that he moves one form to another. He does not transform water into ice or steam, but transmutes the elements from water into another substance. He is not limited to the elements at hand, but can change the substance of the element. Further, He is not limited in time, but transcends time. Wine requires fermentation time. The fermentation of wine requires at least two stages of fermentation. The first stage takes 5 to 10 days and the second 5 to 14 days. So the minimum time is 10 to 24 days, but Jesus turns water into wine instantly. This means He can operate outside time parameters. He also made “good” wine, not just wine. The term “good“ should cause us to remember creation when God said what He created was good. John at the start of his gospel stated that Jesus was/is God and was creator. The first miracle makes plain that Jesus as creator can make instantly, what requires time. The earth and the universe may appear to be of a certain age, but the Creator can make the creation instantly, though it appears very, very old.
Two of John the Baptist’s disciples hear John’s testimony that Jesus is “the lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world” and follow Jesus. One of them, Andrew, after spending the day with Jesus, brings his brother Simon to Jesus, telling his brother they found the Messiah. Then Jesus sees and calls to Phillip, a Jew with a Greek name, to follow Him. Phillip also, in response to following Jesus, goes to his friend, Nathaniel, telling him they found the one who Moses and the Prophets spoke of as the Messiah. Nathaniel’s response is: “Can any good come from Nazareth?” Instead of arguing with him, he simply says, “Come and see.” Once we come to the conclusion that Jesus is the Messiah, what is our response? Do we follow, follow at a distance, stop following or follow with the understanding we presently have of Him in faith and follow Him closely. Nathaniel although initially skeptical, came to faith with little convincing. As a result Jesus tells him if he believed as a result of what knowledge he had, Nathaniel would see angles ascending and descending on Jesus. What will we see?
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We all experience temptations to do the wrong thing or make the wrong decision. Jesus also was tempted. The Bible says that Jesus was tempted in all things and yet “without sin”. There are many things we can learn from Jesus’ temptations. How to deal with them. Jesus often used Scripture to combat temptation. We also learn that even after successfully dealing with Satan, that Satan will come again to tempt us at a more “opportune time”. Another teaching concerning Jesus’s temptation is that even though He did not sin, He fully knows what we are going through and instead of being judgmental in our failures, He still calls us to come to God to find help and mercy just when we need it most.
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Usually when we think of baptism we think of a sinner coming to God. However, with this view we are surprised that Jesus comes to John the Baptizer to be baptized. John does not want to baptize Jesus, because he knows Jesus is greater than he. However, Jesus convinces him to baptize Him, so that “righteousness” might be fulfilled. Upon Jesus baptism, the Holy Spirit descends upon and remains on Him and God the Father states that Jesus is His son and is pleased. But there is another reason Jesus is being baptized. John has been told that the one who he sees the Holy Spirit descending upon and remains is the “Messiah”. John sees this when he baptizes Jesus. Now John knows that Jesus is the Messiah. Not only does he know, he testifies regarding this fact. We are baptized because Jesus commands us to be and to baptize those who are His disciples. The word baptize means to dip or immerse. Sprinkling is not consistent with the word and only Immersion shows in symbol what happens with our commitment to follow Jesus. His death, burial and resurrection is our death, burial and resurrection. Baptism in essence is our first testimony that we identify with Jesus.
Up until this point in the gospels, we have learned of the circumstances of the conception, birth and dedication of the Messiah. The gospels have emphasized the response of that birth by angels, shepherds, and an old man and woman, which was praise and glorifying God. Matthew records the only words and actions by the Messiah as a child and before He started His public ministry on earth. Therefore, what this narrative tells and teaches us must be important. This incident tells us at least the following: Joseph and Mary were observant Jews. They, not just the men, attended the Passover Feast every year. This was not an easy observance. It required them to travel at least 90 miles from Nazareth to Jerusalem. It also instructs us that Jesus, as even a boy, knew that His Father was not Joseph, but God Himself. It shows us that Jesus took His dedication to God, His Father seriously, because He “must be in His Father’s House”. His ministry of teaching and causing others to understand the Word of God did not just begin with His public ministry. But what it particularly teaches you and me is that Jesus, the Son of God, fully human and fully God, still submitted to His parents, even though He was higher than them and not only thought He knew more than them, actually did, but still submitted. We should consider our submission to others since He did.
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Mary, who is pregnant with the Messiah and Joseph live in Nazareth. The Messiah is to be born in Bethlehem. So God makes sure they arrive in Bethlehem by having Augustus Caesar require everyone to go to their ancestral home to register for the census. While in Bethlehem Mary delivers her baby. God’s plan is accomplished whether His people know the plan or not. Then an angel announces to some shepherds that the Messiah has been born that day and how to find Him. An angelic host praises God for what He is doing. Next we are told that Jesus’ parents follow the law by circumcising Him and offering the appropriate offering for a first born male. Jesus, the Messiah, is under the law of Moses. While there a man, who was previously told he would not see death until he sees the Messiah, holds Jesus and praises God, acknowledging that he has seen the Messiah and now may die. He Praises God. Also while at the temple a 84 year old woman sees the Messiah and praises God and speaks of Him. In all of this, everyone who knows that this baby is the Messiah, praises God for what He is doing, not only for the Jews, but for everyone else as well. Should we not praise God for what he has done. These people praise God for His faithfulness in the birth of the Messiah, we have the knowledge of not just who this Messiah is, but what He has done for us.
Mary, a virgin, is told by the Angel Gabriel, who is sent by God, that she would bear a son who will be called “the Son of God”. Mary was a thoughtful person. She “ponders” the type of greeting she receives from Gabriel. When told that she would bear a son, she asks a reasonable question, how, since she is and will continue to be until the birth of the “Son of God” a virgin. Gabriel explains how. What we should take from this narrative is that Mary is submissive to the will of God even if it may cause her the loss of respect and judgment of her community. The next person who comes in contact with Mary is her cousin, Elizabeth a woman pass child bearing age, who is pregnant herself. The child in her womb jumps for joy and Elizabeth immediately praises God. The third person we will look at in this message is Joseph, the espoused husband of Mary. He had planned to secretly to “put her away” (divorce her). However, an angel comes to him in a dream to let Joseph know that the child Mary is carrying is from the Holy Spirit and the child is a Son who will take away the sins of his people. The angle also makes a reference to the Scriptures which predict that a virgin would bear a son. Joseph’s response is faith. He accepts the message of the angel and conducted himself in the light of the message. Three people and three responses, each of which should be our response to the message of God: Submission, praise and faith.
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During Biblical times people believed, wrongly, that if you were rich God favored you. Also having children was a sign of God’s blessing. However, being poor or unable to bear children was a sign that God abandoned you or you were a sinner. However, an angel comes to a righteous man whose wife was barren while he is tending the Altar of Incense, which was a symbol of the prayers of God’s people, to inform him that his prayers have been answered and his wife will not only bear a son, but that son will be the forerunner to the Messiah. He is told to name the boy John. Zechariah doubts the angelic messenger. As a result he is left mute. However, the message, regardless of the doubt comes to pass and his wife, Elizabeth becomes pregnant. Her perceived disgrace has been removed.
December 30, 2018
“God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship Him in Spirit and truth.”
SCRIPTURE READING – Psalm 89:1
“O Come, All Ye Faithful” “Only King Forever”
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD MESSAGE Pastor Joe
“THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS THE MESSIAH” “Doubt After Hearing Good News”
Time of Reflection PRAYER TIME – “Never Once”
GIVING OF SELVES AND OUR OFFERINGS OFFERTORY PRAYER SPECIAL MUSIC – By Pru Hungate
PRAISE AND WORSHIP “One Step Away” “Your Promises” “The Stand”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Benediction “Only Jesus”
SERMON NOTES Luke 1:5 – 7 The couple described Luke 1:8 – 17 Angelic announcement of the birth of the forerunner to the Messiah Malachi 4:5 & 6 Prophesy of the coming of Elijah Luke 1:18 – 20 Zacharias doubts the message Luke 1:21 – 23 People wonder about the delay Luke 1:24 & 25 The message comes to pass, Elizabeth pregnant
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316 FBCWest | The Resurrection of the Dead by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
He gives us through the word of the Lord Prophecy of things that will happen in the future as far as his future. Daniel is going to tell has told us about the various kingdoms coming in his future.
There will be pain and there will be suffering, deceived, worship things that aren't good, worship this end time Messiah, and people will take his mark so that they might buy and sell and their lives’.
And those who are God's people will suffer. And God, has set as far as he can do and no further and next week will take a look to God is even determine how many days he gets to be successful and just as just hang on a few more days. I'm still going to praise God for who He is.
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The world is going to do with the world's going to do. It's going to seek its own power going to seek its own glory. Especially those who take a stand against God. It doesn't mean that God is not in control. It doesn't mean that God is not sovereign in this matter. When you're persecuted. Even Jesus has counted all joy when they persecuted. You are blessed. And yet the scripture seem to see those who are persecuted for His Name will receive honor and blessings.
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On the side of one who says well when I tell God what to do God does it.The Santa Claus God or give him my list of things that he supposed to do for me.Then answer me pronto.Or you one who says.I am simply a servant of the most high God.He can tell me what to do, and I will do that, and even when he tells me what to do and I do that. So maybe what we need is to continue the fight and part of their fight is prayer and part of that fight is acknowledging that we need to be prepared.God.By being prepared.And not getting our eyes on people on the spiritual forces of darkness that we might fight them.It is so sad.I don't know about other denominations, but it seems that there have been more Baptist denominated church is formed by church splits than intentional.How sad?And a group of people start another church 'cause. It should be intentional, and it should be with the desire of spreading his word, not getting rid of the people, you don't like.So the next time you pray which maybe this afternoon.Or, a year from now.If God doesn't answer right away.Think of Daniel.And think maybe something's happening.That you just don't see yet.But continue to seek the word of God, Lord speak send me someone.Give me understanding of what's happening so I can trust you more than I can have peace that I could have understanding and I could have courage.'cause the space it. We need that there is a group of people with Daniel who didn't know what they were afraid of the ran away. Daniel knew why he was afraid.But the word of God gave him strength. Seek His word siecus peace seek his strength and all god's People said.
311 FBCWest | Daniel Seeks God Through Prayer by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
310 FBCWest | Daniel’s Second Vision by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
FBCWest 302 | God is Still Sovereign by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
297 FBCWest | Instructions about Believers, Burdens and Boasting by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
293 FBCWest | Message by Edward White by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
285 FBCWest | Justification by Faith by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
April 29, 2018 Live FBCWest Worship Service by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
284 FBCWest | Justification by Faith Alone in Christ Alone by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
282 FBCWest | FREEDOM: A STUDY OF GALATIANS - Paul Defends His Apostleship by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
281 FBCWest | FREEDOM: A STUDY OF GALATIANS by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
278 FBCWest | The Glory of the Lord on the Tabernacle by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
276 FBCWest | The Lord is a Jealous God by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
See from this passage that God does not just call those that are already capable, but he gifts those who He calls. Skilled work needed to be done constructing the Tabernacle and its furniture, God chose and then gifted with skill, wisdom and ability those He chose. Too often we limit God by thinking only those who have certain talents to do the work. Instead we should be aware if God is doing something and desires us to participate, He will gift us to do His work and not just wait until someone shows up with that talent or ability.
FBCWest 270 | | Consecration and Ordination of the Priests and the Alter
After instructing Moses on how construct the Tabernacle, its furniture and the clothing of the Priests, God instructs Moses how the priests, Tabernacle, furniture, and clothing are to be consecrated. Following God’s instructions, they are to offer sacrifices and place blood upon them. These instructions on sacrifices inform us it is not the office or the thing that is sacred but following the instructions of God. After a very extensive discussion as to making these people and items consecrated, Exodus informs us it is the glory of God that makes these holy. We are called by God to be a holy nation and a royal priesthood and are to be consecrated to His service. We should remember that as well, it is not our efforts to make us holy, but the glory of God does so.
God’s continued instruction to Moses on the preparation of the Tabernacle informs us that the access to a holy God is limited and restricted. The Tabernacle was patterned after the heavenly dwelling of God. The construction and lay out of the Tabernacle tells us He is separated from us because of His holiness and our sin and uncleanliness. The clothing of the High Priest further lets us know that there are requirements to enter His presence. But the clothing also lets us know that as the High Priest when he enters into God’s presence the people of God’s names are carried with Him. These teachings further instructs us on just how marvelous the sacrifice of Jesus was and that it brought not only our forgiveness of sins, but an access to God that was even greater than the access to an earthly tent. We have personal, not just through a priest, and continuous access to God in His actual dwelling. We are blessed: our sins forgiven, not for just a day or year, but eternally; and, access constantly in God’s presence.
Many people think that God only calls pastors, missionaries, and evangelists, but in reality, God first calls us to be His people. We are called to be saints: believers. Then He calls us to the ministry of reconciliation. We are a new creation that has become ambassadors for Him to communicate this word of reconciliation to the world. In God’s calling of us, He does not just chose the best and brightest, instead He chooses mostly from those in adequate to the task, so that once it is accomplished it is God who receives the glory.
Merry Christmas from Pastor Joe & FBCWest 2017 by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
After God has delivered to the people His commands and ordinances, the people of God commit to obey. Moses writes down all the commands and ordinances and again the people commit to obeying all that has been ordained. As a part of the commitment sacrifices are made and the blood is placed on the alter and the people, not only recognizing the covenant between God and His people, the offering of blood makes the altar holy and the people as justified. Today we have a covenant with God. It is not a list of does and don’ts but faith in the Son of God. Jesus’ blood is our covenant of blood, that is not just a covenant with a few people or for a short time, but available for all people and for all times.
God not only sets out what we call the Ten Commandments, He also sets forth ordinances for the way His people are to treat each other, justice, and equity. God tells His people if they will obey Him and the voice of the angel, then God would be an enemy of those who are His people enemies and will defeat those who occupy the land that God is giving His people. But one thing we should notice in this instantaneous world, that even though God is giving the land to His people and will be the one who will cause victory, He is going to do it little by little. He tells them why. We too should not always expect God to give us instantaneous victories, but one that are little by little.
Commandments Six, Seven, and Eight of the Ten Commandments basically deal with not taking from others, whether it be their life, their relationship with their spouse, or their property. Jesus makes avoiding violating these commands even more difficult. Speaking derogatorily against a brother, in essence demeaning his character, can constitute murder and lusting in your heart will constitute committing adultery. However, we can avoid violating these commands if we remember to “love our neighbor as ourselves.” Further, there is comfort in the fact that all of us have violated one or more of these commands, but the Scriptures teach us that Jesus’ blood washes and sanctifies us.
The fifth Command is the second command that instruct us to do something, not just not do something. We are to “honor” our parents. That means we are to highly respect and esteem them. The command is not to honor only parents that are good, but our parents. Our parents are God’s representative to teach and provide for us. Unfortunately, not all parents are good one, but not having a good or great parent is not a reason to “honor” them. In addition to following God’s command, there is also a reason to do so that is in our own best interest. If you fail to honor your parents, you will be teaching your children they do not need to honor you. You may perpetuate a dysfunctional family to a new generation. This command does have a promise, which is that we would have a longer life on this earth.
As a part of the Ten Commandments, the third Commandment instructs us not to take the Lord’s name in vain or misuse it. Most people think that means not to say a certain curse word. However, God is not His name, it is what He is. The English word we use is LORD. That does not mean we are free from using God as a curse word, because the Bible instructs us not to use course language. However, Jesus’ name is a person of the Godhead, yet people use His name as well as a curse word, which most Christians would not use. However, in our prayers we often end our prayers by using the phrase “in Jesus name, and yet, we never think that what we have asked for is for our own benefit and not God’s.
The fourth Commandment tells us to “Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy.” All but two commands tell us not to do something. This command tells us to do something… “to remember the Sabbath and keep it holy”. We are also told that we were not made for this command, but that it was made for us. It also tells us time to rest and reflect on more important issues than work, but God and our relationship to us. It is also a time to do good. The day you use to rest and remember is not the important issue, but that you do in fact rest and remember.
259 FBCWest | The Commandments Worshiping the Lord by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
258 FBCWest | The Stood at a Distance by First Baptist Church of Westminster, California
Even though we often do not verbalize it, we have things that we want from God. But do we ask ourselves what God wants from us? We also asks what is His will and what is our purpose? When God’s brings His people to the mountain of God to meet Him, God asks: “Are His people willing to listen to Him and obey Him?” If they are willing to do so, He wants to treat them as His special and unique possession and that they are to be a kingdom of priests and a holy nation. This is what God wants of not only this people, but of us as well. In numerous places in the New Testament states that God has made us to be “a kingdom of priest and a holy nation”. As a part of that we are to proclaim God’s excellencies. Maybe some times the real questions are not what does God want and what is our purpose, but are we willing to do what He wants of us?
Moses was raised in Pharaoh’s house, called by God to delivered God’s people, which He did; leads God’s people from bondage and is leading them to the promise land; and it is Moses that speaks to God face to face, participates in signs and miracles performed by God; and, yet Moses, when his father-in-law comes to him, Moses goes out to him, bows down to him, and kisses him. They ask of each other’s welfare. Moses knows no matter how important we are, or think we are, it still about the relationships with others, even a father-in-law.
This father-in-law, observing how if Moses continues doing things the way he is, will eventually wear out. Therefore, he gives him good counsel. But it is only wise counsel, if God approves. AS part of the counsel given to Moses is probably the most important part of the counsel. See if God commands it. That should be our procedure as well. Determine if it is good counsel and check with God. When we give counsel, it should also be with the proviso: Does God approve.
Moses built an altar don’t want to give you the kind of sense of it be like a flag.
The True Banner Over Me is the Lord. Because he is love me with an everlasting love. He is the king of Kings and Lord of Lords and he’s who’s kingdom I’m looking forward to being it’s. And so, we build an altar and he said the Lord as warm. The Lord will have or against ... from generation to generation. I want to conclude this message by simply saying this. We have seen God provide his people with water be seen bread and meat. We see him fight their enemy’s interval. He tells Joshua to write it in a book. Remember, it. To remember what everybody else will forget. So, I’m going to ask you. Testimony of what God has done for you. Did God deliver from that circumstance so this time? As a Memorial Anazeh statement of faith. I’m going to see what God is going to do rather than be worried about my situation. I’m not much of their some people who love to keep journals, and that’s a wonderful thing is, you can write down a number of things that God has done to bless. You and just testing you I’m just saying. If you’re not a journalist. Just take a sheet of paper and if you’re not him in our congregation, you’re hearing this message. The various make me that we have Jacob or blank sheet of paper. Will you have access to it and when you see God doing something right, it down as a memorial? And I suspect. 2 things. I suspect it will help you get your eyes off of the circumstances in under God. I also think what may happen is many, many days from now.
When you’re in his presence. And your love ones are coming through your Bible? They will see a personal testimony of what God has done for you, not just what God has done for Israel not just what God has done for Joshua and Moses. And Ezekiel and Ezra and Nehemiah and Esther and Ruth not just the people in the Bible. But people that they knew the people that they were hopefully that they loved and said. My father’s face was genuine. Because he saw the hand of God in his life. So, please, please, please let you and me. Not be like, those people who have to fifth verse same as the first. May we sing a new song that says, I know whom I believed. And I’m more than I’m convinced days able to keep me. No matter what the circumstances I’m going to ask the band to come. And we’re going to sing. A little more up temple song for A. Invitation song name of it is This Is It.
This a live recording of Pastor Joe Davis from our worship service October 1, 2017.
The below text is generated from a Speech-To-Text API<<< You cry out to God saying save me or keep me from this happening. And we have this tendency to cry out to God. But there is no similar tendency then to trust him after we’ve cried out to him. We have this tendency if you will too... Just live our lives the way we want to live them until a difficulty arises that we can’t fix. But my next question is, is if you do trust God and some general sense. My question is, for what do you trust God? See that brings a little more to home. Because let’s face it, most of us, including me kind of live the adage. That even some people think that’s in the Bible in, “God helps those who help themselves.” And, so are always trying to be independent of God and we only turn to God or cry out to God or Trust God. When we no longer can handle the circumstances. Maybe we are loved. One is being diagnosed with some sort of disease. After doctors can’t seem to do anything or we don’t want that disease, then we call out to God. But even then, it’s done that silly trust because we’re not sure what’s going to happen where again calling out we don’t trust the circumstances. What is their journey from where they were in slavery to where they’re going where God promised to the promise land and by the same way we kiss children are on a journey where on our journey from where God called us to be believers to someday when we will see God face to face and there is that question during that time? What is it that you trust God 4? And most of us who believe based on the scriptures that Salvation is by Grace and that not of yourselves. It is the gift of God, We Trust God for our Salvation. We say, Well, God. I can’t save me. You can save me, I’m trusting you in there. So, what else you trust in for. You’ve already conclude you can save yourself. So, there’s no one else. You can trust but God but what about everything else in life. Then that’s what we’re going to see that the children of God do that, so often. We do as well. So next chapter 16 this is this then they that being the congregation of Israel set up from a limb and all the congregation of the sons of Israel came to the wilderness in which is between 11 cents. I night on the 15th day of the second month after their departure for the land of Egypt, so about 45 days.
Because Aaron and Moses are the leaders that God has used to. Bring forth children out of Egypt. But God himself is in their presence. God himself is been leaving them and yet instead of having the real guts to complain against God himself. They complain against his leaders Witch Aaron Moses understand. Did not complain against them but I guess God? This individual set of them would that we had died by the Lords hand in the land of Egypt. When we stop by. When we ate bread. The full you have brought it out to do this will have to kill this whole assembly with hunger. Now this will not be the last time that when there’s problems with the people got say. Yeah, it was better. Back then, yeah, I would’ve been better to die back then. Back then, when their babies were thrown into the Nile back, then, when they were impressed with hard labor. Back then, when they were slaves. Back then, when they didn’t trust God. They just called out to him and now it’s necessary to trust God, but rather than trust him. They want to go back then. And as I get older and I talk about the good old days. The good old days were not all that good.