Harvest Raleigh Church Sermons: Recent Episodes
Harvest Raleigh Church Sermons
Big idea: Strengthening yourself in the gospel of Jesus will yield real impact.Hoping against hope (17b-18).Growing strong in faith (19-22).Believing Jesus died and rose for you (23-25).The post “Applying the Gospel in Real Life” Romans 4:17b-25 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: Our worth is not in what we do but in what Christ has done for us
Outline:
God makes us right by faith in the gospel because:
- Works can’t earn it (4:1-8)
- Rituals can’t secure it (4:9-12)
- The law can’t produce it (4:13-17a)
The post “The Great Contrast” Romans 4:1-17 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: We are saved from the just penalty of our sins by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.Jesus sent (21-22a).Jesus saves (22b-26).Jesus praised (27-31).The post “The Great Faith” Romans 3:21-31 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Through Jesus, reverse religious outside-in living for inside-out living.From a pious perch to personal repentance (1-5).From self-glorying to glorifying God (6-11).From knowing the faith to living the faith (12-16).From hypocrisy to practicing what you preach (17-24).From parading religion to praising the Savior (25-29).The post “The Great Reversal” Romans 2 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: The gospel of Jesus changes everything.Called by Jesus (1).Convinced about Jesus (2-7).1. Jesus coming was promised in the Old Testament and fulfilled by our faithful God (v2) 2. Jesus is fully divine and fully human (v3) 3. Jesus is proven to be God by His resurrection from the dead (4) 4. Jesus is calling us to gospel ministry so that others can also believe (v5-7) Committed to Jesus’ church (8-12).Communicating the gospel of Jesus (13-15).The post “This Changes Everything” Romans 1:1-15 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: We are not ashamed of the gospel of Jesus because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.
The gospel: The good news offer that Jesus the Messiah provides forgiveness of sins and new life by His work on the cross and His resurrection.
Aims this year:
1. Gospel fluency.
2. Gospel fellowship.
3. Gospel fullness.
The post “Gospel in Real Life” Romans 1:16 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Share the good news of Jesus with boldness and love.Our aim: that many hear about Jesus (1-4).Our message: there is salvation is no one other than Jesus (5-12)Our first superpower: knowing Jesus (13-22).Our second superpower: prayer and God’s Word (23-31).Our third superpower: the unity of our church (32-37).The post “Gospeler” Acts 4 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
big idea: Jesus shows us that we should work from rest, not for rest.Outline: 1. The Reality of a Restless Life (1:21–34) 2. The Rhythm of a Rested Life (1:35) 3. The Result of a Rested Life (1:36–39)The post “REST[LESS]” Mark 1:21–39 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
BI: Abiding is not a what, but a Who.
Abide in the SUSTAINER (1-3)
Abide in the REDEEMER (4-7)
Abide in the PROTECTOR (8-10)
Abide in the FRIEND (11-13)
The post “Why Abide in God” Psalm 41 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: God’s Fatherly discipline results in remarkable recovery when you let Him lead.God’s strength set my feet upon The Rock (1-5).God the Son saved me from my sin (6-10).God’s character overcomes current fears (11-17),The post “Recovery” Psalm 40 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: All is vanity but abiding life in God.This life is short (1-6).Sin takes away life (7-11).True life is through God (12-13).The post “God’s School of Life Lessons” Psalm 39 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: When I don’t abide, re-abide in God who hasn’t forsaken you.My sin abounds (1-4).And my body is sick (5-8).And my strength fails (9-14).But I wait for You (15-16)
And I confess my sin (17-20).
Because I trust in Your salvation (21-22).The post “When I Don’t Abide” Psalm 38 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: In a world of injustice, live justly by resting in God’s justice.
Outline:
Living Justly is
- Characterized by Generosity (21-29)
- Characterized by Wisdom (30-33)
- Characterized by Trust (34-40)
The post Walk in Wisdom Pt 2 Psalms 37:21-40 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: In a world of injustice, rest in God’s justice.
Rest in God’s Justice v. 1-8
a) Trust in the Lord 1-4
b) Wait on the Lord 5-8
Remember God’s Justice Never Fails v. 9-20.
a) The Ruin of the Wicked
b) The Reward of the Righteous
The post “Walk in Wisdom” Psalm 37:1-20 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: How Precious is your Steadfast Love (?)God’s Love has No Limit (v1 & 5-6)
God’s Love is Freely Given (v2-3, 7-9)
God’s Love Will Continue (v4 & 10-13)
The post “The Steadfast Love of God” Psalm 36 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
BI: When wronged, rely on God for justice and respond with grace
The Cry for Help (v. 1-10)
The Commitment to Integrity (v.11-18)
The Case for Justice (v.19-28)
The post “Lord, Who is like You?” Psalm 35 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Be delivered with fresh faith in The LORD.God answers our prayers (1-7).God is good and teaches good, not lies (8-14).God is near to the brokenhearted (15-18).God redeems us through faith in Jesus (19-22).The post “Fresh Faith” Psalm 34 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: We worship God because He stands and remains above all else.God’s character (1-5).God’s creation (6-9).God’s counsel (10-12).God’s command (13-17).God’s care (18-22).The post “Why we Worship God” Psalm 33 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
BI: Happy are the forgiven who walk with God as friends
No longer guilty – now made righteous (v. 1-2)
No longer hiding – now confessing sin (v. 3-7)
No longer a mule – now following God (v. 8-9)
No longer sorrowful – now rejoicing (v. 10-11)
The post “Happy Because You’re Forgiven” Psalm 32 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: During stress, walk with God, not without Him.Commit your spirit into God’s hands (1-8).Confess your sins to God who forgives (9-10).Center your thoughts on God’s promises (11-18).Cast your hope on God’s goodness ahead (19-24).The post “Stress” Psalm 31 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Mark milestones with praise to God who got you here.God has gotten me through (1-3).God has given us joy (4-5).God has given me strength (6-7).God will continue to lead (8-10).God has given me life forever (11-12).The post “Marking Milestones with Praise” Psalm 30 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: Lord, Yours is the glory, power, and Kingdom in the Highest, on Earth, and through Your people.
OUTLINE:
1 Glory to God in the Highest (Verses 1-2)
2 Glory to God on Earth (Verses 3-9)
3 Glory to God through His People (Verses 10-11)
The post “Glory” Psalm 29 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: When you see injustices, pray to the God of justice.God is the listening Lord (1-2).God is the just judge (3-5).Jesus is the saving Shepherd (6-9).The post “Praying for Justice” Psalm 28 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Seek God and you will find yourself face-to-face with Him.God helps you (7-9).God takes you in (10).God teaches you (11).God protects you (12).God gives you hope (13).God gives you courage (14).The post “Face-to-Face with God” Psalm 27:7-14 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: When fearing darknesses or distresses or death, dwell in The LORD who is light, strength and salvation.Dwell on God (1-3).Dwell in God (4-6).The post “Dwell” Psalm 27:1-6 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
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Jesus Realigns the Disciples Joy (Luke 10:17-20)
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Jesus Promises Joy Out of Sorrow (John 16:20-22)
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Jesus Endured with the Hope of Joy (Heb. 12:1-2)
The post “Joy in the Life of Jesus” first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: As a redeemed person, walk confidently in God’s love and ways.God’s judgment of you matters most (1-3).God’s presence with you matters most (4-8).God’s assurance to you matters most (9-12).The post “Whose Judgment of You Matters Most?” Psalm 26 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Friendship with God occurs when you humble yourself before The LORD.It’s posture, not performance (11-15).Forgiveness (11)Instruction (12)Abiding (13)Friendship (14)You’re led, not lost (16-22).The post “Friendship with God” Psalm 25:11-22 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: I’m renouncing the norm. Lord, teach me YOUR ways!Let me not be put to shame (1-3).Teach me your ways (4-6).Forgive my sin and lead me forward (7-10).The post “Teach Me Your Ways, Lord” Psalm 25:1-10 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus is the King of Glory who leads His people through gates of glory.Who created the world? The LORD (1-2).Who can come to The LORD? The righteous person (3-6).Who is the righteous person? Jesus who brings us to God (7-10).The post “Jesus the King of Glory” Psalm 24 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
BI: Jesus Endured the cross to reconcile us to God
Encompassed (16)
Emptied (17)
Exposed (18)
The post “Jesus our Reconciliation to God” Psalm 22:16-18 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: Follow The LORD who alone can restore your soul.Shepherding (1).Waters of rest (2-3a).Wagon tracks (3b).Rod and staff (4).His table (5).Long days of goodness ahead (6).The post “God Restores My Soul” Psalm 23 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: God raises the afflicted then sends the afflicted to be a blessing.I will praise God in the congregation (22-24).The congregation will then praise God (25-26).The congregation will praise God among the nations (27-28).All the nations will then praise God (29-31).The post “Raised and Being a Blessing” Psalm 22:22-31 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus willingly bore our sin and shame on the cross.Our scorn (12-13).Our consequence (14-15).Our shame (16-18).Certain hope (19-21).The post “What Jesus was Receiving on the Cross” Psalm 22:12-21 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: When feeling forsaken, trust in God and God’s Word.Feeling forsaken – yet God is holy and trustworthy (1-5).Scorned by people – yet God has taught you to trust Him (6-11).The post “Feeling Forsaken” Psalm 22:1-11 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: The King rejoices in God’s Strength, and so should we!Rejoice in what God has done (v.1-7)Rejoice in what God will do (v.8-12)Rejoice Together (v.13)
The post “Rejoice” Psalm 21 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Matthew 6:10
Big idea: Pray for more Jesus.Pray for Jesus’ Kingdom to come (1-3).Pray for Jesus’ will to be done (4-5).Pray for Jesus to answer these prayers (6-9).The post “Your Kingdom Come” Psalm 20 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Yahweh lives and loves.I called for God and He answered me (1-6).Ephesians 6:12God moved heaven and earth for me (7-19).God delivered a humbled person like me (20-30).God equipped me during my battles (31-45).God delivered me so I’m praising Him (46-50)The post “Sharing our God Stories” Psalm 18 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: We remain holy under pressure when we keep looking up at God.Clear conscience because of resolute abiding (1-5).Spiritual peace because of knowing God (6-9).Spiritual confidence despite physical fear (10-14).Worshipful visualization of the finish line (15).The post “Holy Under Pressure” Psalm 17 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: We find our greatest pleasure when God is our greatest treasure.
Desperation (v. 1)
Devotion (v. 2-8)
Celebration (v. 9-11)
The post “Easter in Winter” Psalm 16 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: We dwell with God through forgiveness and new life from Jesus Christ.Jesus frees you to life with God (1).Jesus transforms your lifestyle (2).Jesus transforms your impulses (3).Jesus transforms your truth (4a).Jesus transforms your dealings (4b-5a).Jesus frees you to life with God and you will never be moved (5b).The post “Who is Able to Dwell with God?” Psalm 15 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Disbelief in God who would save from judgment is perilously foolish.Fools say, ‘There is no God’ (1a).God says, ‘They are corrupt’ (1b-4).God says, ‘I am with the righteous’ (5-6).I say, ‘Come Lord Jesus’ (7)!The post “The Fool Says, ‘There is No God'” Psalm 14 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Take your feelings about God to God and let Him remind you of His faithfulness.God wants you to pray even your complaints about Him (1-2).God’s promises abide even when you can’t see the timeline (3-4).God remains faithful even when you feel He’s forgotten (5-6).The post “God, Have You Forgotten me?” Psalm 13 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
BI: Abide in God’s Word to have a heart that honors Him and lips that declare His glory
God’s Speech in Standard-Definition (v. 1-6)
God’s speech in High-Definition (v. 7-11)
Responding to God’s High-Definition (v. 12-14)
The post “Abiding in God’s High-Definition World” Psalm 19 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Glory be to God for sending JesusGlory of God in the lowest (1-7).Philippians 2:7-8Glory to God in the highest (8-14).Glory to God named Jesus (15-21).The post “Gloria in Excelsis Deo” Luke 2:1-21 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: When the world’s words are ascendant, God’s Words remain above them.The world’s words are suspect (1-2).The world flexes using words (3-4).2 Timothy 4:3Isaiah 40:8/1 Peter 1:24-25But The LORD’s words are pure (5-6).And The LORD is faithful to His Words (7-8).Psalm 119:105James 1:17The post “Worldly Voices Versus God’s Words” Psalm 12 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: As disciples of Jesus, we rest because of peace with God.
Relationship (12a).Celebration (12b)Renewal (13a).Light (13b).The post “Why We Rest – Peace with God” Isaiah 55:12-13 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: As disciples of Jesus, we rest because of God’s Word.God’s Word is intended to nourish us (10).1 Peter 1:231 Thessalonians 2:13God’s Word is living and active (11a).Hebrews 4:12God’s Word is guaranteed (11b).Isaiah 40:8/1Peter 1:24-25The post “Why we Rest – God’s Word” Isaiah 55:10-11 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: As disciples of Jesus, we rest because of forgiveness from God. Be received read more...
The post “Why we Rest – God’s Forgiveness” Isaiah 55:6-9 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: As disciples of Jesus, we rest because of the compassion of God. Free grace read more...
The post “Why we Rest: The Compassion of God” Isaiah 55:1-5 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: Sound Doctrine leads to Sound Faith which leads to Good Works 1. Be read more...
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Big Idea: “Empowered by God’s grace, live faithfully (not flawlessly) for the Lord, and finish read more...
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Big Idea: Faithful disciples prepare for their own death and its reward by faithful living. read more...
The post “Faithful Disciples Die Well” 2 Timothy 4:6-8 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: Faithful disciples herald and receive sound biblical teaching The responsibility given(v. 1-2) The reason read more...
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Big Idea: Scripture equips us to know God, do good works and disciple. Faithful disciples read more...
The post “Faithful Disciples Are Teachable” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
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Big Idea: Jesus liberates you to take part in God’s story Slide 2 Paul experienced read more...
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Main points: The Three Acts in Paul’s Asian Drama 1) Act One – The Pain 2) Act read more...
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Big Idea: We live for God’s approval by finding motivation in the truth and promises read more...
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Big Idea: Relying on God’s grace empowers us to faithfully entrust the gospel baton to read more...
The post “Running Our Leg” 2 Timothy 2:1-7 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
I. Obey God completely
II. Love God supremely
III. Share God diligently
IV. Remember God’s grace faithfully
V. Enjoy God’s blessings continuallyThe post “Generational Faith” Deuteronomy 6:1-12 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: By God’s grace, we faithfully steward the gospel and remain steadfast in its truth and impact.Stewardship of the Gospel (8-14)Steadfastness in the Gospel (12-18)The post “The Gospel Baton” 2 Timothy 1:8-18 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: Faithful Disciples Encourage One Another
Faithful Disciples encourage one another by maintaining connection. (1-2)
Faithful Disciples encourage one another by Remembering (3-5)
Faithful Disciples encourage one another by Reminding (6-7)
The post “Encouragement” 2 Timothy 1:1-7 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Rest and relationships are daily gifts from Jesus for your well-being.Come to me (28a).All (28b).Who labor and are heavy laden (28c).And I will give you rest (28d).The post “Rest and Relationships” Matthew 11:28 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus guides us through pain in order to grow us as disciples.Jesus never leaves nor forsakes you (1-4).Jesus prioritizes your faith (5-16).Jesus asks if you believe He is the resurrection and the life (17-26).Jesus weeps amidst your pain (27-37).Jesus knows exact glories to come (38-44).The post “Jesus during our Pain” John 11:1-44 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus is the Son of God, and by faith in Him, all can be forgiven and enter His eternal Kingdom.Jesus is the Promised Messiah for ALL (Chs 1-4, 4:15-17).Kingdom teaching – Jesus our LORD (Chs 5-7, 7:28-29).Kingdom transformation – Jesus our LIFE (Chs 8-10, 10:38-39).Kingdom treasure – Jesus our REST (Chs 11-13, 11:28).Kingdom table – Jesus our HEAD (Chs 14-20, 20:25-28).Kingdom triumph – Jesus our KING (Chs 21-25, 24:29-31).Jesus is the Promised Savior for ALL (Chs 26-28, 28:19-20).The post “The Gospel of Matthew in 30 Minutes” Matthew 1-28 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Disciples, disciple – confident in the authority and presence of Jesus.Risen Jesus called a meeting (16-17).Risen Jesus has all authority (18).Making disciples includes sharing the gospel with the lost (19a).Making disciples includes baptizing those who get saved (19b).Making disciples includes teaching the saved the Christian faith (20a).Risen Jesus says take courage because He is with us always (20b).disciple (n): A learner, following Jesus with others.disciple (v): A leader, guiding others toward Jesus.The post “Disciples, disciple” Matthew 28:16-20 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
I. God’s Plan for His Beloved (2:13-14, 16)
A. God’s Eternal Plan for our Salvation (13-14)
B. God’s Loving and Comforting Work in Our Lives (16)
II. God’s Purpose for His Beloved (2:15)
A. Stand Firm in the Face of Persecution and Deception
i. Trust in God’s Love
ii. Hold Firm to God’s Word
The post “Stand Firm, God’s Beloved” 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus rose from the dead to give us new life.From sadness to surprise (1-5).From fear to peace, hope and joy (5-7).From “It is finished!” to “Greetings!” (8-10).From bad counsel to bad counsel (11-15).The post “Jesus Rose from the Dead!” Matthew 28:1-15 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus being buried is an important foundation of our faith.Jesus was really dead (51-54).Jesus was buried with care (55-61).Jesus’ tomb had maximum security (62-66).1 Corinthians 15:3The post “Jesus was Buried” Matthew 27:51-66 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus was willingly crucified to pay the penalty of our sins.
Mocked (27-32).
Isaiah 53:5
Crucified (33-37).
Psalm 22:16-18
Mocked more (38-44).
Psalm 22:6-8
Yielded up His spirit (45-50)
Isaiah 53:5
1 Peter 2:24
1 Peter 3:18a
2 Corinthians 5:21
Isaiah 53:6
Romans 6:23
The post “Jesus Crucified for Us” Matthew 27:27-50 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: See Jesus for Who He really is and place your faith in Him.Disgusted by religious quacks (1-10).Amazed at Jesus’ character (11-14).Reason to believe Jesus (15-23).But coming short of real faith (24-26)The post “Jesus’ Secular Trial” Matthew 27:1-26 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus was unjustly treated yet was steadfast in offering truth in grace.
Messiah proclaimed so all can believe (57-64).
Guilt conferred onto the innocent lamb (65-68).
Repentance possible through our Savior (69-75).
The post “Jesus’ Religious Trial” Matthew 26:57-75 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Innocent Jesus did not resist arrest because He would pay for our guilt.
Jesus was denied by the disciples (30-35).Jesus needed to pray (36-46).Jesus was arrested (47-56).The post “Arrested” Matthew 26:30-56 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: Through the supper, Jesus wants His disciples to look backward and forward and consider our own failures.
Look Backward at Unleavened Bread and Passover (v.17-19)
Consider Your Own Failures (v.20-25)
Look Forward to the Things Jesus is Calling You To (v.26-29)
The post “Supper” Matthew 26:17-29 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: While many plotted to kill Him, Jesus planned to save many.Jesus stayed on mission when plotted against (1-5).Jesus was worshipped by someone who was tuned-in (6-13).Jesus stayed on mission even when betrayed (14-16).The post “Plot” Matthew 26:1-16 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: All will stand alone and be judged based on faith in Jesus Christ.
After Jesus returns, He will gather all humanity for judgment (31-33).
Jesus will commend disciples for faith that worked (34-40).
Ephesians 2:8-10
Jesus will condemn those without faith that worked (41-46).
The post “Kingdom Come” Matthew 25:31-46 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus has gifted us so we can advance His Kingdom as we await His return.You have received responsibility from Jesus (14-15).You are to steward your opportunity for Jesus (16-18).1 Corinthians 15:58You can receive a well done from Jesus when He returns (19-28).One’s lack of fruit may prove the absence of saving faith (29-30).The post “Kingdom Talents” Matthew 25:14-30 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Readiness for Jesus’ return is your faith in what Jesus did for you.I long for Jesus’ return and my daily faith is in Him (1-4).If Jesus delays, my faith in Him remains bright (5-9).Hebrews 10:24-25When Jesus returns, I will go to heaven because of my faith in Him (10-13).The post “Kingdom Ready” Matthew 25:1-13 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus is coming back and this confidence marks our lives.Be eager for Christ’s return (29-31).Be trusting Jesus’ Words (32-35).Be alert because His return will happen fast (36-44).Be ready so we are found honoring Him (45-51).The post “The Last Days: Trumpet” Matthew 24:29-51 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: We will face tribulation but take heart in Jesus who delivers us.Jesus warns us (15-20).Jesus limits tribulation (21-22).Jesus equips us (23-26).Jesus is coming soon (27-28).The post “The Last Days: Tribulation” Matthew 24:15-28 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: May we not crumble like temples, the earth and nations will because our firm foundation is Jesus.Intel (1-2).Readiness (3-8).Steadiness (9-12).Endurance (13-14).The post “The Last Days” Matthew 24:1-14 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus is the eternal Son of God who has come to save us.Jesus is the Son of God (41-42).Jesus is eternal and not created (43-45).Why Jesus is and is called the Son of God-Seed: placed by Jesus, not a man (Matthew 1:20).-Name: same family name: God (Matthew 16:15-20).-Image/Likeness: image of the invisible God (Hebrews 1:3)-Inheritance: heir of all things (Hebrews 1:2)Trust Jesus for who He is: the eternal Son of God (46).The post “Son of God” Matthew 22:41-46 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
BI: To love our God passionately and others rightly, we must consider the gospel constantly.
- Loving our God Passionately (v. 37)
- Loving others rightly (v. 38-40)
The post “Two Great Loves” Matthew 22:34-40 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
“Heaven” Matthew 22:23-33Big idea: the reality of heaven changes everything and is great hope.Many question heaven yet Jesus came to get us there (23-28).Relationships of today will be eternally better in heaven (29-30).All saved who have passed on are alive with God today (31-33).Luke 23:431 Thessalonians 4:13-181 John 2:25The post “Heaven” Matthew 22:23-33 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Being a disciple of Jesus isn’t only about new life – it’s also about true life.You can’t trick Jesus (15-18).Be the real deal (19-22).A repentance prayer: Lord, I’ve been really fake with you and others, but you know me and love me no matter what. My Christian community loves me no matter what. I want to be real and stop hustling to keep up appearances and instead turn to abide in you. Help me to mature in You rather than wither in the false world of appearances.
A prayer for us: Lord, you know our sin and shame. You know our hiding. Yet You come find us. Yet You sacrificed Yourself so we can be in fellowship with You again. May we as a church find our identity in Your death, burial and resurrection, knowing we are forgiven, adopted and sent to be the real deal.
The post “Appearances” Matthew 22:15-22 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: God has invited us to His feast! See you there! Let’s bring others!God invites humanity to the Kingdom of heaven (1-3).Many respond NO because they prioritize worldly things (4-7).Many respond YES as they recognize the King’s grace (8-10).The Father welcomes those who really love His Son (11-14).The post “Feast” Matthew 22:1-14 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus is the authority on which we need to build our lives. Jesus read more...
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Big idea: We bear fruit when we have faith and when we pray. Bear fruit read more...
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Big idea: We praise Jesus who is our King! LORD (1-3). King (4-5a). Humble (5b). read more...
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Big idea: In Jesus’ Kingdom, the last will be first. The master who generously gives read more...
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Big idea: True richness is knowing Jesus and that eternal life is ahead. Let the read more...
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Big idea: God’s design for marriage, divorce and singleness stand. Married for the glory read more...
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Big idea: A healthy church is full of disciples who forgive one another. Interpersonal not read more...
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Big idea: A healthy church is filled with humble disciples of Jesus. Humility of self read more...
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disciple (n): follower of Jesus with others disciple (v): leading others to follow Jesus Big read more...
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Big Question: Do you say that Jesus is both God and Savior? Jesus is read more...
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Big culture: Jesus’ culture for us is loving God, loving one another and loving others. read more...
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Big Idea: Jesus’s role as the suffering Messiah should profoundly shape our call to follow read more...
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Big idea: Jesus is the Master of Compassion – receive it and give it. Compassion read more...
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Big question: Is salvation automatic or available? God so loved the world (John 3:16a). Believe read more...
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Big Idea: God desires sincere worship from the heart drawn close to Him. Outline: Two Qualities of read more...
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Matt 13:53-14:1-12 Title: Stay Committed to Christ till the End Big Idea: Come to terms with who read more...
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Big idea: There is no looking back once you really see Jesus’ Kingdom. Non-citizens currently read more...
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Big idea: Jesus is the generous sower of the gospel of grace for salvation. Jesus read more...
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Big idea: Jesus is the real thing, God the Son, and proves Himself genuine. He read more...
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Big idea: Jesus overrules. Jesus is LORD of the Sabbath (1-8). Mark 2:27 Jesus is read more...
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Big idea: Come to Jesus and He will give you rest. God is gracious (25-26). read more...
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Big idea: Jesus equips us disciples for ministry in this world. Given power and read more...
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Big idea: The harvest is plentiful and all need to hear about Jesus. The gospel read more...
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Big idea: Jesus is the Healer who has authority over all things. Jesus has authority read more...
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Big idea: Jesus’ different defined Him and defines us. Jesus prioritizes forgiving sin over healing read more...
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Big idea: Believe the resurrection of Jesus is the source of our hope. Go read more...
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Our condition apart from Christ (8:28) Our confidence in Christ’s sovereign authority (8:29-32) Our concern read more...
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Big idea: Count the cost of following Jesus as absolutely worth it. Following Jesus is read more...
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Big idea: Give glory to Jesus who is expanding His Kingdom with a new church. read more...
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Big Idea: Just as good fruit is an indicator of a healthy tree, good spiritual read more...
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Big idea: Jesus provides the way for relational and eternal life. The golden rule read more...
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Big idea: God is by far the biggest supporter of your Christian growth and your ministry, read more...
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Big idea: Exchange the judgmental spirit with one of grace and truth. Judge not that read more...
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When facing anxiety, remember you are not king, Jesus is. Do not be anxious about read more...
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Big idea: Jesus teaches us the new way to count. What lasts (19-21). read more...
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Big idea: Our righteousness before God is not for show, it’s for serving. Beware of read more...
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BI: When you sit in the presence of God, you will be different because of read more...
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Big idea: Jesus is the best Gift ever given and The Gift Who keeps on giving.
Salvation (Matthew 1).
Hope (Matthew 2).
Repentance (Matthew 3).
Discipleship (Matthew 4).
Blessing (Matthew 5).The post “Advent” Matthew 1-5 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: We love our enemies because God first loved us.
Do not retaliate (38-42).
Love your enemies (43-48).The post “Enemies” Matthew 5:38-48 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
BI: Kingdom citizens are marked by commitment to God and His ways
Marriage: I still do (31-32).
Matthew 19:3-9
What God has joined together, let not man separate (19:3-6)
Divorce is serious and should be very rare (19:7-9)
Oaths: I give you my yes or no (33-37).The post “Commitment” Matthew 5:31-37 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big Idea: In God’s Kingdom, righteousness is not merely physical, but must be intentional.
- Adultery and Lust are a rejection of God’s provisions in our lives.
- Sin is Destructive.The post “Thankfulness (Lust)” Matthew 5:27-30 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Rather than sinful anger, be reconciled to God and to one another.
Common thought: don’t murder and I will avoid judgment (21).
Jesus teaches: all sins of anger deserve judgment (22).
Jesus teaches: rather than anger, seek reconciliation (23-26).The post “Anger” Matthew 5:21-26 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Since Jesus says we are distinct, let’s be distinct in the right ways.
We are salt which slows decay (13).
We are light which shows the ways (14-16).
We trust Jesus who really saves (17-20).The post “Distinct” Matthew 5:13-20 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Blessed are we who are experiencing and inheriting the things of God.
We confess sin and the Savior and are saved to heaven (1-3).
We mourn sin and are comforted by forgiveness (4).
We become humble knowing we will inherit the earth (5).
We desire to love God and His ways which really satisfied us (6).
We show mercy and we continue receiving mercy from God (7).
We grow authentic in our faith and faith becomes sight (8).
We minister reconciliation and are thereby like God (9).
We are persecuted confirming this world is not our home (10-12).The post “Blessed” Matthew 5:1-12 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Jesus is God, more powerful than evil and can deliver us from temptation.
Body: bread versus BREAD (1-4).
Mind: test versus TRUST (5-7).
Soul: kingdom versus KINGDOM (8-11).The post “Temptation” Matthew 4:1-11 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Baptism marks the beginning of new life with Jesus Christ.
Repentance (1-6).
Bearing fruit (7-11).
Walking by the Spirit (11-12).
Trusting Jesus (13-17)The post “Baptism” Matthew 3 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Big idea: Do not let your heart be troubled, Jesus has overcome this world.
God is leading people to Jesus (1-6).
We can still worship (7-12).
Keep obeying and waiting (13-18)
Know God is with you (19-23)The post “Trouble” Matthew 2 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.
Jesus arrived with the mission to save us from our sins. -Big idea
Marvel that Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit (18-19).
Call Him Jesus. Call Him Immanuel (20-23).
Welcome Jesus (24-25).The post “Arrival” Matthew 1:18-25 first appeared on Harvest Raleigh Church.