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Dwayne Abrahamson
1. Jesus exemplifies unparalleled compassion. (vv. 10-11) 2. Jesus exemplifies unlimited power. (vv.12-16) 3. Jesus is unending satisfaction. (v. 17)
Explanation 1. The unexpected guest is welcomed by the honored guest, Jesus, and worships Jesus. 2. The unexpected guest is condemned by the host, Simon the Pharisee. 3. The unexpected guest is forgiven by Jesus Application 1. Jesus demonstrates how we are to relate to unbelievers. 2. Simon the Pharisee validates that we can be […]
- All sinners are called to be a follower of Jesus 2. All sinners are called to fellowship with Jesus 3. All sinners are called to ask forgiveness from Jesus
- Peter’s call. 2. Peter’s confession. 3. Peter’s cockiness. 4. Peter’s confusion. 5. Peter’s conundrum. 6. Peter’s second chance. 7. Peter’s charge. 8. Peter’s courage.
- Peter’s call. 2. Peter’s confession. 3. Peter’s cockiness. 4. Peter’s confusion. 5. Peter’s conundrum. 6. Peter’s second chance.
What Is Love? I. Love is a Priority II. Love is an Emotion and Action III. Love is Superior
REMEMBER
1. Remember the uniqueness of God.
2. Remember the greatness of God.
3. Remember the deliverance of God.
4. Remember the discipline of God.
5. Remember the faithfulness of God.
If you want to be successful in life, always:
1. Flee from evil. (v. 11a)
2. Follow God. (v 11b)
3. Fight the good fight of faith. (v. 12)
4. Be Faithful to God. (vv. 13-14)
5. Fear God. (vv. 15-16)
God blesses a woman who:
1. Perseveres.
2. Prays.
3. Keeps her Promise.
4. Praises Him.
To age gracefully in righteousness, we must:
1. Be right with God.
2. Never stop being a servant of God.
3. Be willing to be served by others.
4. Always be thankful.
5. Always maintain a sense of humor.
6. Never stop talking about God’s faithfulness.
Jesus washing the feet of his disciples was a great act of service because it was a(n):
- Inconceivable display of love. (vv.1-5)
- Remarkable symbol of spiritual cleansing. (vv. 6-11)
- Incredible model of Christian humility. (vv. 12-17)
Because of God’s Great Love for us, we need to:
1. Recognize our position. (v. 1)
a) With God: Belong to the Father
b) With the World: Bullied by the World (v. 1b)
2. Understand our potential. (v. 2)
3. Put our faith into practice. (v. 3)
1. Come. (v. 6)
Application: Coming to Jesus is not a sign of weakness but wisdom.
2. See. (v. 6)
Application: Seeing Jesus is not a sign of hopelessness but hopefulness.
3. Go. (v. 7)
Application: Going with Jesus should not be a sign of obligation but a sign of obedience.
4. Tell. (v. 7)
Application: Telling others about Jesus should not be dreadful but delightful.
To move from a normal conversation to a gospel presentation, you must:
1. Start a conversation and build a bridge. (Acts 17:22-23)
2. Share your story. (vv. 1-21)
- Your Life Before Christ (vv. 1-11)
- How You Came to Christ (vv. 12-18)
- Your Life After Receiving Christ (vv. 19-21)
3. Share God’s story. (vv. 22-23)
4. Invite them to make God’s story part of their story. (vv. 24-29)
Getting Into the MessActs 17:16-34Red House BC – March 19, 2023Andy McDonald – KBC Regional Consultant
Series: The Mission of Life
Title: Being Prepared to Witness (with Power)
Acts 1:1-14; 8:26-40
- A prepared witness understands the message of God. (1:1-3)
- A prepared witness focuses on the mission of God. (1:4-8)
- A prepared witness relies on the power of God by:
- Continually surrendering to the Holy Spirit. (1:8; 4:7-8, 19-20; 8:26-27)
- Continually immersing themselves in prayer. (1:9-14; 4:31)
- Continually being obedient to God. (5:32)
- A prepared witness embraces divine appointments from God. (8:26-40)
To be mission minded:
- The proclamation of missions must be the message of God. (vv. 1-5)
- The plan for missions must be the people of God. (vv. 2, 4-5, 47-49)
- The place of missions must be the call of God. (vv. 2-5, 13-14)
- The purpose of missions must be for:
- The good of others (vv. 13-16)
- The glory of God (v. 48)
- Our growth (vv. 45, 49-52)
If we are going to fulfill the purpose of our lives, which is sharing Jesus:
1. We must pray. (9:35-38)
2. We must proceed. (10:1-15)
3. We must endure persecution. (10:16-25)
4. We must overcome panic. (10:26-28)
5. We must hold on to His promises. (10:29-42)
Worship matters because:1. Our worship of God should cause us to sing praises to God. (vv. 1-2a).2. Our worship of God should cause us to be a witness for God. (vv. 2b-6)3. Our worship of God should cause us to bring glory to God. (vv. 7-9)4. Our worship of God should cause us to look forward to the return of God. (vv. 10-13)
Church membership matters because:1. It is absolutely biblical. (Acts 2:41, 47; 5:14)2. It is a mark of profound distinction. (1 Cor 1:2; Gal 6:10)3. It is a mark of a meaningful commitment. (Acts 2:42, 46; Heb 10:23-25)4. The church is a place of biblical community. (Acts 2:44)5. The church is a place of mutual accountability. (Matt 18:15-20; Heb 13:17)6. The church is a place of theological unity. (Acts 2:42, 44; 4:32; 2 Cor 13:11)7. The church is a place of personal sanctification. (Acts 2:42; 1 Thess 5:23; Heb 10:23-25)
Series: A Fresh Beginning
Title: The Church
Matt 16:13-18
- What is the church? The church is comprised of the people of God. (1 Cor 1:2)
- Who builds the church? The person of God, Jesus Christ, is the builder and the foundation of the church of God. (Matt 16:15-18)
- Why does the church exist? The church exists to bring glory to God by fulfilling the purposes of God. (Eph 3:21; Acts 2:42-47)
Series: A Fresh BeginningTitle: Perspective Matters2 Kings 6:8-23
- Our perspective determines how we regard our adversary. (vv. 8-12)
- Our perspective determines how we recognize our Ally. (vv. 13-17)
- 3. Our perspective determines how we respond to our antagonists. (vv. 18-23)
Series: The Wonder of Christmas
Jesus, Our Peace
Luke 2:13-14
Jesus, the Prince of Peace, came to provide:
- Spiritual peace.
- Internal peace.
- Relational peace.
- Eternal peace.
Series: The Wonder of Christmas
Message: Jesus, Our Great Joy
Luke 2:8-11
The coming of Jesus is good news of great joy because:
1. He is the fulfillment of great promises.
- He comes from a great source.3. He is greater than our circumstances.
4. He offers us a great choice.
Series: The Wonder of Christmas
Love Was Born at Christmas
John 3:16
Through the birth of Jesus, we see the:
- Initiation of God’s love.
- Target of God’s love.
- Demonstration of God’s Love.
- Beneficiary of God’s Love.
- Intention of God’s Love.
- Duration of God’s love.
Series: The Wonder of Christmas Jesus, Our Hope Heb 2:14-17; 9:26-28 Jesus is our hope because: God is always faithful to His promises. (Heb 2:14, 17; 1 Pet 1:18-20) He came to fight our enemy. (Heb 2:14; 1 Jn 3:8) He came to free us from our sin. (Heb 2:15; 9:26-27) He came to forgive us of our sin. (Heb 2:17; 9:28a) He came to fasten our future glory. (Heb […]
Difficult times are not a surprise but a plan Difficult times call for much thanksgiving In Difficult times, don’t be ashamed – Be faithful
In the Name of Jesus The Vision and Mission of RHBC Col 1:24-29 Our Vision: In the name of Jesus, we are to: 1. Gather prayerfully to celebrate Jesus. 2. Grow purposefully to conform to Jesus. 3. Go passionately to confess Jesus. Our Mission: To know Jesus and make Him known by loving God and loving others.
Series: Dare To Be A Deacon Title: Responsibilities of a Deacon Acts 6:1-7 1. Deacons are scriptural. 2. Deacons are to share in the ministry of the church. 3. Deacons are to promote unity in the church. 4. Deacons are to enhance the overall effectiveness of the mission of the church.
Series: Dare to be a Deacon Title: Qualifications of a Deacon 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Deacons must be men of good reputation. (v. 8) Deacons must uphold the message of salvation. (v. 9) Deacons must competently manage family relations. (vv. 11-12) Deacons must pass an examination. (v. 10) Faithful deacons will receive compensation. (v. 13)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: A Problem Only Jesus Can Fix Luke 17:11-19 1. The Position of humanity. (v. 12) 2. The Prayer of humanity. (v. 13) 3. The Power and Provision of God. (v. 14) 4. The Praise of humanity. (vv. 15-18) 5. The Promise of God. (v. 19)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: “Dinner Possible” John 6:1-15 1. Jesus knows the answer to our problem before we know we have a problem. (vv. 1-7) 2. Jesus asks us to bring him all that we have. (vv. 8-13) 3. Jesus brings blessing out of what is broken. (vv. 8-13) 4. Jesus uses us to bless others. (vv. 8-13)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: “Faith Over Fear” Matthew 14:22-33 We can choose faith over fear because: Jesus is preeminent over us. (vv. 22-23) Jesus is present with us. (vv. 24-27) Jesus is power in us. (vv. 28-31) Jesus is peace around us. (v. 32) Result of Choosing Faith Over Fear: Because Jesus is preeminent, present, power, and peace, our only response is that of praise. (v. 33)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: “Do You Want to Get Well?” John 5:1-15 If we want to get well spiritually, we must understand: 1. We are imprisoned to our sin just like the multitude was imprisoned to their sickness. (vv. 1-4) 2. We are helpless to free ourselves from our sin just like this man was helpless to free himself from his sickness. (vv. 5-7) 3. We receive from Jesus what we need, […]
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: A Demoniac Delivered Mark 5:1-20 Jesus has the power to dominate demons. (vv. 1-13) Jesus has the power to deliver the destitute. (vv. 14-17) Jesus has the power to dispatch the delivered. (vv. 18-20)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: Lessons from a Storm Mark 4:35-41 1. Storms can be a test from God. (vv. 35-36) 2. Storms can happen suddenly. (v. 37) 3. Storms can cause us to doubt God. (v. 38) 4. Storms can teach us about God and ourselves. (vv. 39-40) 5. Storms can strengthen our faith. (v. 41)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: A Funeral Interrupted Luke 7:11-17 When Jesus interrupts a funeral, 1. His mercy alters despair. (vv. 11-13) 2. His miracle alters death. (vv. 14-15) 3. His majesty should alter our disposition. (vv. 16-17)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: The God Who Forgives Mark 2:1-12 8/28/22 1. We should bring the hurting to Jesus. (vv. 1-5) 2. We should see Jesus for who He is. (vv. 6-10) 3. We should praise Jesus for what he has done. (vvv. 10-12)
Series: Miracles of Jesus Message: Healing from a Distance John 4:43-54 1. Authentic faith is not being curious but being committed (vv. 46-48) 2. Authentic faith is not a charged experience but a strong conviction. (vv.49-50) 3. Authentic faith is not a one-time decision but life-long devotion. (vv. 51-54)
Series: MIRACLES Message: Saving the Best for Last John 2:1-11 1. Jesus came to do the Father’s will, not our will. (vv. 3-4a) 2. Jesus works according to the Father’s schedule, not our schedule. (v. 5) 3. Jesus did not come to reform us but to radically transform us. (vv. 6-8) 4. Jesus saved the best for last. (vv. 9-10) 5. We should respond to the glory of God by placing our trust in God. (v. 11)
Series: From Turmoil to Triumph Message: The Greatest Demonstration of Praise Habakkuk 3:16-19 The greatest demonstration of praise is: 1. Trusting God when we are fearful. (v. 16) 2. Having joy in God when things look hopeless. (vv. 17-18) 3. Receiving strength from God when life gets tough. (v. 19)
Series: From Turmoil to Triumph Message: When God Responds Habakkuk 3:1-15 7/31/22 When God responds to us, we respond to Him by: Praising His person. (v. 2) Praising His power. (vv. 3-7) Praising His purposes. (vv. 8-15)
Series: From Turmoil to Triumph Title: Having Confidence in God’s Answers Habakkuk 2:2-20 We can have confidence in the answers of God because: 1. His plans are solidified (vv. 2-3) 2. His people are justified. (vv. 4-5) 3. His pronouncements are specified. (vv. 6-20) 4. His presence will be magnified. (v. 14) 5. His pre-eminence will be glorified. (v. 20)
Series: Habakkuk: From Turmoil to Triumph Message: “God, Do Something, But Not That!” Habakkuk 1:12 – 2:1 When you struggle with God: 1. Continue to converse with God. (1:12-17) 2. Contemplate the character of God. (1:12) 3. Connect the character of God to the struggle you have with God. (1:13-17) 4. Confidently wait on God. (2:1)
Series: Habakkuk: From Turmoil to Triumph Message: “God, Do Something” Habakkuk 1:1-11 1. The Prophet’s Pronouncement (1:1) 2. The Prophet’s Passionate Plea (1:2-4) 3. Yahweh’s Providential Response (1:5-11)
Series: Building Blocks of a Godly Home Building Block #7: Faithful Provision 1 Timothy 5:8 To build a godly home, you must faithfully: 1. Provide for your family physically . (Prov 13:24; Eph 5:15-17) 2. Provide for your family emotionally. (Eph 6:4; Col 3:21) 3. Provide for your family financially. (1 Tim 5:8; 6:6-10) 4. Provide for your family spiritually. (Deut 6:1-9)
Series: Building Blocks of a Godly Home Building Block #7: Faithful Provision 1 Timothy 5:8 To build a godly home, you must faithfully: 1. Provide for your family physically . (Prov 13:24; Eph 5:15-17) 2. Provide for your family emotionally. (Eph 6:4; Col 3:21) 3. Provide for your family financially. (1 Tim 5:8; 6:6-10) 4. Provide for your family spiritually. (Deut 6:1-9)
Building a Godly Home Building Block #6: Conflict Resolution Proverbs 10:12; Philippians 2:1-4 To resolve conflict biblically: 1. We must understand the origin of conflict. 2. We must weigh the options of dealing with conflict. 3. We must consider the other person’s perspective of the conflict.
Series: Building Blocks of a Godly Home Building Block #5: Constructive Communication Psalm 19:14 To Constructively Communicate: 1. You must speak from a righteous heart. (Ps 19:14; Matt 12:34; Matt 15:18) 2. You must be swift to hear and slow to speak. (Jas 1:19-20; Prov 18:13) 3. You must know when to speak and when […]
Series: Building Blocks of a Godly Home Building Block #4: Christ-Like Forgiveness Eph 4:32; Col 3:13 To forgive like Christ is to understand that: 1. Forgiveness is not a feeling. 2. Forgiveness is not forgetting. 3. Forgiveness is not excusing. 4. Forgiveness is not limited. 5. Forgiveness is a choice. 6. Forgiveness is costly.
Series: Building Blocks of a Godly Home Building Block #3: Constant Sanctification 1 Thess 5:23-25 Constant Sanctification means always: Striving to become like Jesus. Striving to live for Jesus. Striving to love like Jesus.
Are You Willing? 1 Chronicles 29:1-20 1. 1% More is a significant task. (v.1) 2. 1% More is a sacrificial task. (vv. 2-5) 3. 1% More is a spiritual task. (v. 5b) 4. 1% More should be a spirited task. (vv. 6-9) 5. 1% More should be a steadfast task. (vv. 18-19) 6. 1% More will be a satisfying task. (vv. 9-10, 13, 20)
Series: Building Blocks of a Godly Home Building Block #2: Submission Ephesians 5:21-6:3 In a spirit-filled home, submission means: 1. The wife willingly submits to her husband. (5:22-24) 2. The husband willingly sacrifices for his wife. (5:25-31) 3. The children willingly surrender to their parents. (6:1-3)
Series: Building Blocks of a Godly Home Building Block #2: Submission Ephesians 5:21-6:3 In a spirit-filled home, submission means: 1. The wife willingly submits to her husband. (5:22-24) 2. The husband willingly sacrifices for his wife. (5:25-31) 3. The children willingly surrender to their parents. (6:1-3)
Series: Building Blocks for a Godly Home Building Block # 1: A Proper Foundation You must construct your home upon Christ. (Ps 127:1; 1 Pet 2:4-6) You must be committed to your faith. (Josh 24:14-15) You must view your marriage as a covenant, not a contract. (Gen 1:27-28; Gen 2:24)
Because of the Resurrection 1 Cor 15:12-20 Because of the Resurrection 1. Our message is meaningful. (vv. 14-15) 2. Our faith is invaluable. (vv. 14, 17a) 3. Our salvation is powerful. (v. 17b) 4. Our life is hopeful. (vv. 18-19)
If we desire to make a difference, we need to: 1. Commit to be a Promise Keeper. (v. 12) 2. Commit to be a Praise Giver. (v. 13b) 3. Commit to be a Prayer Warrior. (v. 13a, 14-18) 4. Commit to be a Life Preserver. (vv. 19-20)
Title: The Proper Concerns of Life Series: A Faith that Works James 4:12-5:11 We need to be concerned with God’s will over our will. (4:13-17) We need to be concerned with spiritual wealth over worldly wealth. (5:1-6) We need to be concerned with the coming of Christ over the circumstances of life. (5:7-11)
Title: Faith and Surrender Text: James 4:4-12 I. Repent of Your Unfaithfulness and Pride (vv. 4-6) II. Resist the Devil Boldly (v. 7b) III. Refuse to be a Critic (vv. 11-12) IV. Run to God and Find Grace (vv. 6-7a; 8-10)
Series: James – A Faith that Works Title: Watch Your Tongue James 3:1-12 We need to watch our tongue because: Our tongue possesses the power to direct (our lives). (vv. 3-4, 5a, 7-8a) Our tongue possesses the power to destroy (our lives and the lives of others). (vv. 5b-6, 8b) Our tongue possesses the power […]
Series: Faith that Works Title: Is Your Faith Dead or Alive? James 2:14-26 Faith is more than a verbal profession. (vv. 14-17) Faith is more than an intellectual assertion. (v. 19) Faith is a commitment to action. (vv. 18, 20-26)