Hebrew 4:12
Sharp tools make cutting easier. Put to death sin in the body with a sharp sword.
Romans 7:21
A Christian life is a battle for freedom from sin.
The battle begins at salvation and we need to know the nature and tactics of sin to campaign against it.
Hebrew 12:14
Do you have to be holy to enter heaven.
Practical holiness in a christians life.
John 5. > Is doing good on the Sabbath a good thing? When healing becomes controversial.
Do you believe in Jesus without miracles? John Chap. 4
Jesus still loves you despite miracles or not.
Colossians 4:5-6. /.1 Thes. 5:18 / Colossians 3:15
Trust God in everything he is with you always
Phil. 4:12-13 / 2Tim 4:10 : No perfection without God - culture/tradition cannot replace God
The Holy convicts us, teaches, indwells, gives gifts, seals us, empowers, intercedes, gives power, and is the author of scripture, and more.
John Chapter 12 Seeds have to die and be planted before they bring forth life and multiply. How did Jesus draw parallels to this?
John 19:30 it is finished. Leviticus 16 - Is Jesus your scapegoat? What happened pre- haites and what happens post- haites?
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God - Titus 2:11-14 ; John 20:25-28 Man- 1 John 4:2-3 ; 2 John 7.
Conceived by the Holy Spirit born of the Virgin Mary
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Emanuel to us christians as we should be Emanuel to others. God includes us in comforting others for the benefit of all.
Truths about God. God is statements - God is Spirit (John 4:24), All Powerful (Matthew 19:26), All Knowing (Psalm 139:4 & 147:5, 1 John 3:20), Holy (John 17:11), Righteous (. .17:25), Loving (John 3:16; !7:23), Good (Matthew 6:26 & 28-30 ; 7:11)
God's Beauty. John 3:16-17 God's Love. So much love that he sent part of himself "His Son Jesus" to rescue, you, the lost, the world.
All tubs sit on their own bottom. James chapter 3 .You will be judged based on how you handle the truth.
Romans 10 , Luke 1, Acts 5&15, Ephesians 4, 1Corinthians 15, 2Timothy 3. The need for a creed. What it is and how it came about and why we believe it.
Philippians 4:6-7 - Don't worry be happy God cares for his own, even when human authority is against God.
2 Timothy chapter 3 - Paul admonishes Timothy, continue in the faith despite persecution. So should we.
Daniel chapter 5 - Belshazzar didn't account for his sin until he saw the writing on the wall. Daniel interpreted what no other could, because God gave it to him.
Daniel chapter 3 - When we obey God even with the threat of death, the power of God increases beyond our ability.
Matthew chapter 6. The Lords Prayer. We can't have a good relationship with God if we never communicate with him.
1 Corinthians 13:12, Philippians 4:8, Matthew 5:4-5, Psalm 98:8, Matthew 6:11,26-30, Romans 3:26
Matthew 5: 10-12 The spiritual battle is worldwide. Sin has consequences we need to heed that here in America.
Matthew Chapter 5. Blessed are the ??? Are you Blessed like those Jesus spoke about on the sermon on the mount?
What are your struggles with Attitudes? DO you have Love, Joy, Peace, Kindness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self Control?
Philippians 4:11 - Learn to be content whatever the circumstances. Attitude of what we have is enough.
John 8 - Don't let satan substitute stinkin thinkin for right thinking. Truth rebukes lies.
Philippians 4:6 - Why do we worry and be anxious? Don't let them steal your joy in life.
Philippians 2:5 In your relationships with one another have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.
Jesus is our role model. Luke 2:52 And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.
Proverbs 22:6 Start children off in the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.
Hebrews 11:6 b because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exist and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
The most important fact is that Jesus rose from the dead. But the other facts surrounding passover week are astounding as well.
Romans 8 : 18 I consider that our present sufferings are not with comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.
Romans 8:1 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the spirit.
Proverbs 27:1 >> Don't brag you have tomorrow, because you don't know what tomorrow holds.
Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death , but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord .
Romans 6 : 1-2a What Shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase? By no means?
Romans 6 > Satan lies : don't sin more to get more grace that's bad theology : sin less to be holy that's good theology.
Romans 5:18 Consequently, just as one trespass resulted in condemnation for all people, so also one righteous act resulted in justification and life for all people.
Romans 5:1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Romans 4:3 > What does scripture say? Abraham believed God and it was credited to him as righteousness.
Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the Gospel because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes first to the Jew then to the gentile.
Joshua 24:15 But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, ..but as for me and my household we will serve the Lord.
Correct decision making skills improve the quality of life.
No one likes correction but we all need correction. Believe in Jesus avoid the judgement.
Ephesians 4:15 Instead speaking the truth in Love we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is christ.
Also 1 John 4:10
Will leads us through being thankful and also based on Romans 12 how to give ourself a report card. (See handout folder in newsletter for a copy.)
Guest speaker Bill Rice shares a heart felt story of Baby Love. Do you Love unconditionally?
Have Faith in the midst of unbelief. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.
Call on God In trouble. When we experience trials we learn how to comfort others having trials. God can take bad and turn it too or use it for good.
Do you Love your enemy. Elisha did when king Aram wanted to wipe out Isreal God worked through Elisha to show Aram love and he stopped attacking Isreal.
2 Corinthians 1 : 20 > Bad things happen We need to know we are loved by God no matter what is going on. Gods promise is to never leave or forsake us.
Mark 11:25 > Get your forgiveness in order. Forgive others as God forgave you before relationships work.
Ephesians 6:7 Serve whole heartedly as if you were serving the Lord not people. Others need to hear the good news about Jesus not only by how we show them, but by explaining it clearly to them.
Ephesians 6:7 Serve whole heartedly as if you were serving the Lord not people. Also 1 corinthians 11:1
Acts 18:24-28 The Husband and Wife team that impacted the life of apollos. Do you know everything about God? Don't let that stop you from sharing him with others
Acts 16: 25-40 Satan divides Jesus multiplies. In the counter christian culture we see today, Silas and Paul show us how to counter act culture in a loving way.
What really Matters? Are those in your circle of influence learning about Jesus from you?
20/6/21 > HB TRBC > Eph . 4:32 > Follow Jesus example show kindness and compassion to others.
13/ 6/21 Why Work? Cultural Mandate? What is Work? How do We Work? Do we Model the Pace of Jesus?
30/5/21 > Guest speaker Will Kirk discusses the finer points of work. Title of message "3 Trees and a Quiet Breeze"
23/5/21 > TRBC HB > 1Cor. 11:1 & 10:31 Can you give up your freedom to keep others from stumbling? Can you die to self?
23/5/21 > 1 cor. 11:1 > Paul taught when necessary we sometimes must give up our freedoms to keep others from stumbling.
16/5/21 > HB TRBC > ( 1 Cor. 11:1 ) Follow my example as I follow the example of Christ. A disciples call to be a role model.
9/5/21 > HB TRBC > Proverbs 31:28 Her children arise and call her blessed, her husband also, he praises her.
2/5/21 > HB TRBC > (John 21;1-17) No matter how bad we don't "get it" like Peter, Jesus still cares, loves, and relates to us.
25/4/21 > TRBC HB > ( Luke 24: 13-27 ) > Humor, Irony, Teaching. What an amazing 7 mile journey of Jesus revelation of scripture along Emmaus road.
25/4/21 > TRBC HB > When taken advantage of how do you and should you respond? Is Jesus your example?
18/4/21 > TRBC HB > (John 20:11-18) When we diligently seek Jesus he will reveal himself to us many times through the questions he asks us about ourselves.
18/4/21 >TRBC HB > Luke 18 > When God gives you what you ask for, is it what you need? After one receives his sight what then?
11/4/21 > TRBC HB > (Luke 22:24-27) To sit in prominent positions, christ like humble service is the best way.
21/3/21 TRBC HB > We are no different today when Jesus asks us to do something, do we finds ways not too? Weigh out how your presence affects the situation and act accordingly.
14/3/21 > TRBC Homebuilders > (James 5 : 13-20) Let your yes be yes and your no be no. Prayer works and faith without works is dead.
TRBC HB > 14/3/21 > A single seed produces many but only if it goes in the ground first. The great cycle of life.
TRBC Homebuilders > 7/3/21 > When you worship the one true God enemies may threaten, but God delivers those who glorify and worship him.
TRBC Homebuilders > 28/2/21 > (James 5 : 1 - 6 ) Warnings to those who are unjustly wealthy. Wealth properly handled benefits many, wealth improperly handled devastates many.
TRBC Homebuilders > 21/2/21 > Ever thought about how Jesus consistently pointed all people to God, even those who rejected his guidance.
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider > 8/16/20 > If people are made in the image of God do we treat them with respect and dignity that we would treat God?
TRBC Homebuilders > 8/16/20 > Choices have generational consequences. Todays choice affects tomorrows outcome. Want the best in your life choose Jesus.
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider > 8/9/20 > Stealing - ( Psalm 24:1, Isaiah 61:8 reference scriptures ) In the context of God we are just stewards of his creation on this earth. If we can't handle the worlds wealth how will God trust us with true riches? Treat others as you want to be treated.
TRBC Homebuilders > 8/9/20 > ( Joshua 1:6 reference scripture) when you follow Gods Will courage overpowers fear.
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider > 8/2/20 > 7th Commandment Adultery ( Exodus 20: 14 reference scripture) When you make a covenant before God your spouse and witnesses breaking it has enormous consequences.
TRBC Homebuilders > 8/2/20 > ( Philippians. 4:4 reference scripture) - Be content , rest in Jesus.
TRBC Homebuilders Guest Speaker Paul B. > 7/26/20 > Based on book of 1st. John - Old wise men who knew Jesus Christ personally still suffered the same sin problem we have today. Thankfully we still have the same Jesus Christ to be our advocate today.
TRBC Homebuilders with Bill > 7/26/20 > When we get stuck in the sin of life, Gods love is greater get unstuck with Jesus help.
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider > 7/12/20 > (Galations 5 : 22-23 reference scripture) Meekness = strength under control. Not weakness.
TRBC Homebuilders > 7/12/20 > Based on chapter in the book of James 4 - When we become christian what is Gods obligation to us and us to him.
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider> 24/1/21 > (James 4 : 1-17 Scripture reference )> Pride ,Desire, Hatred, Destruction, How do we battle these spiritual and fleshly desires? Submission to God brings freedom from bondage of the world.
TRBC Homebuilders > 24/1/21 > Civility in the midst of un-civility for the cause of Christ.
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider >17/1/21 > Two kinds of Wisdom ( James 3:13- 18 scripture reference ) > Living faith series > and sanctity of life week
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider > 10/1/21 > Controlling the tongue > (James 3:1-12 scripture reference )
TRBC Homebuilders > 10/1/21 > Can you save yourself as well as the guy in the joke? - Be careful what you say and where.
TRBC Homebuilders with Lew Weider > 3/1/21 > Stewardship, Values, Principals, Types, Areas, >> Personal, Family, Church, Evangelistic, Financial - Goals
TRBC Homebuilders > 3/1/21 (Philippians. 3:12 - scripture reference) When we have troubles in life we must not give up. We must remember the ultimate prize- HEAVEN.
12/6/20 > James 2:14-26 > When your faith is challenged how do you handle it? How do others handle it?
How you handle it reflects what level of faith you have. Just like taking a test reveals where you stand on that subject.
11/29/20 > 1 Thessalonians 5:18, & Colossians 3:16 We are a blessed people do you appreciate it by giving thanks?
11/29/20 > Are you thankful for those people in your life who contributed to who you've become?
TRBC homebuilders group 11/1/20 : James 1: 13-18 persevering temptation through trials.
TRBC Homebuilders Group Mini lesson 11/1/20 : When we are young or young in the faith we often are scared of trials but as we mature physically and spiritually we grow strong and resistant to fear more able to go through trials without fear.
TRBC Homebuilders group 10/25/20 : James 1:1-12 : persecution through trails increases faith if you persevere. which helps you grow and also meet others needs as well.
TRBC homebuilders group mini lesson 10/25/20 : discussion of how some use relativism to justify one political view or another surrounding abortion and politics.
TRBC Homebuilders group mini lesson 10/18/20 life Goes quickly don't waste it, live for the moment and plan for the future.
TRBC Homebuilders Life Group !0/11/20 1 John 3:17-18 Are we genuinely concerned about others?
10/11/20 TRBC Homebuilders Life Group Mini lesson : John 15 When God prunes its so we produce more fruit of the spirit
TRBC Homebuilders mini lesson 9/27/20 - The Bubble we live in is changing faster now more than ever, are you prepared for the challenge?
TRBC Homebuilders Life Group 9/27/20 Proverbs 1:7 - If you want to be wise it begins with respect for God and his wisdom.
TRBC Homebuilders group mini lesson 9/20/20 2 Peter 1:3 receiving christ bestows all you need to live a holy life.
TRBC homebuilders group mini lesson on 9/13/20 How do you encourage those who need encouragement?
TRBC homebuilders group lesson on 9/6/20 10 th commandment coveting; are you content or are you ????
TRBC homebuilders group lesson on 9/6/20 based on psalm 50 how to be thankful and giving thanks
TRBC homebuilders group lesson on 8/30/20 9th commandment #2 Lying what scripture says about it.
TRBC homebuilders group lesson on 8/23/20 9th command .... Lying what scripture says about it