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Redeemed South Bay Pastors
Redeemed South Bay is new a Christian church located in Torrance, California. They are committed to being a community of disciple making disciples who exist to proclaim the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit for the salvation of every man, woman, boy, and girl in the South Bay and to the ends of the earth.
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- The Covenant: God's Promise to David
- The Christ: God's Perfect Fulfillment
- The Church: Our Participation in Victory Through Union with Christ
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Main idea: Psalm 99 commands us to exalt the LORD our God and bow in worship before him because he is set apart and utterly unique in three powerful and praiseworthy ways.
- He is set apart in how great He is! (vv.1-3)
- He is set apart in how righteous He is! (vv. 4-5)
- He is set apart in how close He is! (vv. 6-9)
a. The God who hears (v.6)
b. The God who speaks (v.7)
c. The God who answers (v.8)
d. The God who forgives (v.8)
e. The God who punishes (v.8)
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- The Believer's Fervent Affection (vv. 1-3)
- The Believer’s Frightening Affliction (vv. 4-6)
- The Believer’s Fearsome Ally (vv. 7-19)
- The Believer’s Faithful Allegiance (vv. 20-30)
- The Believer’s Future Advancement (vv. 31-50)
Conclusion: The Call to Triumphant Trust
Main Idea: In 2 Timothy 2:1-7, Paul gives three charges and three metaphors that call you to faithful ministry so that you will endure through hardship.
- Three Charges for Faithfulness in Ministry (vv. 1-3)
a. Stand in Strength
b. Share the Scriptures
c. Suffer with Steadiness 2. Three Metaphors of Faithfulness in Ministry (vv. 4-6)
a. The Single-Minded Soldier
b. The Abiding Athlete
c. The Focused Farmer 3. Final Appeal (v. 7)
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Main idea: Genesis 40 highlights four facets of immovability that occur when believers walk in the reality that God is with them.
- Immovable in Faith (vv. 1–8)
- Immovable in Hope (vv. 9–15)
- Immovable in Honesty (vv. 16–19)
- Immovable in Patience (vv. 20–23)
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- Providence in the Palace (vv.1-6) — God's Hand in Human Affairs
- Pursuit of Purity (vv.7-10) — When Temptation Comes
- Path of Proverbs (vv.11-12) — Biblical Wisdom Lived Out
- Price of Righteousness (vv.13-18) — The Cost of Faithfulness
- Presence in Prison (v .19-23) — God's Faithfulness in the Darkness
- Perfect Fulfillment — Jesus is the Greater Joseph
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- The Decline of into Darkness (38:1-24)
a. His choices
i. His choice of location (v. 1)
ii. His choice of friends (v. 1)
iii. His choice of spouse (v. 2)
iv. His choice of daughter-in-law (v. 6)
b. His calamities
i. His son Er, was wicked and put to death (v. 7)
ii. His son Onan, was wicked and put to death (vv. 8-10)
iii. His wife dies (v. 12)
c. His moral failure
i. Betrays his family (v. 11, 14)
ii. Defiles himself (vv. 12-23)
iii. Condemns his daughter-in-law hypocritically (v. 24) 2. The Dawn of Redeeming Grace (38:25-30)
a. Tamar’s proof (vv. 24-25)
b. Tamar’s pardon (v. 26)
c. Judah’s pivot (vv. 26, 43:8-9, 44:32-34)
d. Judah’s progeny (vv. 27-30)
e. God’s providence and grace (Gen 49:8-10, Ruth 4:18-22, Matt 1:3, Luke 3:33, Rev 5:5)
Addendum: Onan and Birth Control
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INTRODUCTION:
MAIN IDEA: Genesis 37 sets forth God’s “subtle” sovereignty in 4 movements so that you (His people) might rest in His plans and purposes.
- Sovereign in Familial Dilemmas (vv. 1–11)
- Sovereign in Questionable Journeys (vv. 12–17)
- Sovereign in Dangerous Situations (vv. 18–28)
- Sovereign in Corrupt Practices (vv. 29–36)
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Main Idea: In 1 Corinthians 15:1-20, Paul establishes the resurrection of Jesus as the cornerstone of the Christian faith, providing a foundation for hope and assurance of our own future resurrection through faith in Him.
- In the death of Christ, we find redemption. (vv. 1-3a)
- In the burial of Christ, we find confirmation. (vs. 4a)
- In the scriptures, we find affirmation. (vs. 3b-4a)
- In the resurrection of Christ, we find corroboration. (vv. 4b-11)
- In the resurrection of Christ, we find vindication. (vv. 12-20)
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Main Idea: This passage illustrates both the action and the accomplishment of the atonement, which will deepen your understanding of the cross and grow your love for Christ.
- Action of the Atonement
a. The Death of a Substitute 2. Accomplishment of the Atonement
Three Aspects:
a. Imputation
b. Complete
c. Removal of Sin
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Main idea: In Luke 18:31-20:20 we see who Jesus is, and how we should respond to him, so that we will joyfully receive Jesus now and be ready for his next arrival, having done the things that make for peace.
- Who is Jesus?
a. Son of David (18:38-39)
b. Son of Man (19:10)
c. King (Luke 19:11-27, 19:38-48)
d. God’s Beloved Son (20:13)
e. Prophet (18:31-33, 19:41-44, 20:16)
f. The Fulfillment of Prophecy (18:31-33)
g. Giver of Mercy, Salvation, and Peace (18:38-39, 19:10, 19:42) 2. How should we respond to Jesus?
a. Carefully avoid the things that do not make for peace:
i. Grumbling at Jesus and his disciples (19:6)
ii. Rebuking Jesus and his disciples (18:39, 19:39)
iii. Remaining Uncommitted to Jesus (19:1-8)
iv. Committing to Jesus in word but not in deed (19:19-21)
v. Rejecting Jesus the cornerstone (19:47-48, 14-15, 20:1-8)
b. Joyfully embrace the things that do make for peace:
i. Believing like Bartimaeus (18:35-43)
ii. Repenting like Zacchaeus (19:1-10)
iii. Rejoicing like the disciples (19:37-38)
iv. Laboring like the good servant (19:13-17)
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Introduction / Background: (Gen. 36)
- God is sovereign over Edom's existence. (Gen. 25:22-23, 32, 33, 36, Deut. 2:12, 20-22)
- God is sovereign over Edom’s trouble. (Gen. 27:40, Num. 20:14-21, Deut. 23:7, 1 Sam. 14,
1 Kings 11, 2 Kings 8, 1 Chron. 18, 2 Chron. 21, 25) - God is sovereign over Edom’s demise. (Gen. 25:23, Obed. 1, Mal. 1:1-5)
- God is sovereign over Edom’s treachery. (Matt. 2:17-18, 14:1-12, Luke 23:6-12, Acts 4:23-28)
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Introduction
Main Idea: Genesis 35 displays at least 12 features of God’s sovereign, providential, and personal activity so that you might exalt the LORD throughout the highs and lows of life.
- The God of Proclamation (v. 1)
- The God of Purity (vv. 2–4)
- The God of Protection (vv. 5–6)
- The God of Praise (v. 7)
- The God of Promise (vv. 9–12)
- The God of Places (vv. 13–15)
- The God of Pain (vv. 16–20)
- The God of Progress (v. 21)
- The God of Predicament (v. 22a)
- The God of Purpose (vv. 22b–26)
- The God of Patriarchs (vv. 27–28)
- The God of Passing (vv. 8, 19, 29)
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- A Father's Delayed Obedience (Genesis 28:20-22)
- The Defilement of Dinah (vv. 1-5)
- The Despicable Deal (vv. 6-24)
- The Devastating Response (vv. 25-31)
- The Denouncement of the Sons (Genesis 49:5-7)
- The Deadly Rescue (vv. 25-31)
- The Divine Design for Canaan (Deuteronomy 7:1-5)
- Our Desperate Condition (Ephesians 2)
- The Divine Deliverer
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Main idea: In Genesis 33 we see three occasions that magnify God’s grace and also show the necessity to walk by faith, so that we will depend on his grace at all times and humbly serve the God of Israel.
- A Day of Reckoning (vv. 1-3)
- A Day of Reconciliation (vv. 4-15)
- A Day of Return (vv. 16-20)
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- Jacob’s Fear of Esau (vv. 1-8)
- Jacob’s Prayer to God (vv. 9-12)
- Jacob’s Gift to Esau (vv. 13-21)
- Jacob’s Wrestle with God (vv. 22-32)
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Introduction: The Patriarchs and Polygamy
- Jacob's Predicament (vv. 1-2)
- The LORD's Provision (vv. 3-5)
- God's Specific Provisions for Jacob (vv. 5-13)
- The Wives' Proclamation (vv. 14-16)
- Rachel's Presumption: The Stolen Idols (vv. 17-21)
- Jacob's Price of God's Providence (vv. 36-42)
- Laban and Jacob's Peace (vv. 43-55)
- God’s Provision of a Savior
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Introduction
Main idea: Genesis 30 sets forth two scenes displaying God’s faithful providence to fulfill His promises despite His people’s problems so that you might worshipfully rest in the God of promise.
- Suspicious Schemes, yet Continuous Conceptions (vv. 1–24)
a. Leaning on One’s Own Understanding (vv. 1–8)
b. Not to be Outdone (vv. 9–13)
c. A Superstitious Remedy? (vv. 14–21
d. Supernatural Success (vv. 22–24) 2. Mysterious Methods, yet Flourishing Flocks (vv. 25–43)
a. Fool Me Once… Fool Me Twice… (vv. 25–34)
b. Not to be Outdone (vv. 35–36)
c. A Superstitious Remedy? (vv. 37–42)
d. Supernatural Success (v. 43)
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Main idea: In Genesis 29, we see that the providence of God sometimes brings two very different seasons of life but in the midst of both, God is good and is doing good, and so we should praise him.
- The providence of God brings seasons that are sweet (vv.1-20)
a. A Safe Trip East (vv. 1-3)
b. Finding Extended Family (vv. 4-12)
i. Jacob’s familial kindness (vv. 9-11)
c. A Warm Family Welcome (vv.13-15)
i. Laban’s familial kindness: name your wages! (vv. 15-19)
d. Working for a Beautiful Wife (vv. 16-20) 2. The providence of God brings seasons that are bitter (vv. 21-35)
a. Betrayed by Family (vv. 21-26)
b. Working for a wife again (vv. 27-29)
c. A Broken family (vv. 30-35)
i. A wife loved and a wife hated (vv. 30-31)
ii. A wife barren and a wife having children (v. 31)
iii. The names tell the story of Leah’s pain (vv. 31-35)
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Reuben (vv. 31-32)
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Simeon (v. 33)
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Levi (v. 34)
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Judah (v. 35)
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- Jacob’s Departure (vv. 1-9)
a. The departure’s importance for Jacob
b. The departure’s impact on Esau 2. Jacob’s Dream (vv. 10-22)
a. The dream’s context
b. The dream’s compassion
c. The dream’s content
d. The dreams’ consequence
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- The Scheme of Sin (vv. 1-17)
- The Sorrow of Strife (vv. 18-41)
- The Supremacy of Sovereignty (vv. 27-29, 39-46)
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Main idea: As we follow God, the fears we face are opportunities to see his faithfulness, find his favor, and obey his voice.
- Fear #1: Death by Famine (26:1-6)
a. God’s faithfulness (2)
b. God’s favor (3-5)
c. Isaac’s obedience (6) 2. Fear #2: Death by Philistines (26:6-11)
a. Isaac’s disobedience (7)
b. God’s faithfulness and favor (8-11)
i. Through Abimelech’s patience (8-10)
ii. Through Abimelech’s protection (11) 3. Fear #3: Discord with the Philistines (26:12-33)
a. Envy in Gerar (12-16)
i. Isaac’s success (12-14)
ii. Philistines’ sabotage (15)
iii. Abimelech’s request (16)
b. Strife in the Valley of Gerar (17-22)
i. Esek, Sitnah, and Rehoboth (20-22)
c. But Peace in Beersheba (23-35)
i. God’s favor (24)
ii. Isaac’s obedience (25)
iii. Abimelech’s treaty (26-31)
iv. Water found again (32-33) 4. Fear #4: Discord with the family (26:34-35)
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- God's Faithfulness Beyond Our Failures (vv. 1-11)
- God's Grace Beyond Human Distinctions (vv. 12-18)
- God's Election in Redemptive History (vv. 19-34)
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- Be Steadfast in/Devote Yourselves to Prayer! (vv. 2–4)
a. General Prayer (v. 2a)
i. Watchfully (v. 2b)
ii. With Thanksgiving (v. 2c)
b. Specific Prayer (vv. 3–4)
i. For Open Doors to Declare (v. 3)
ii. For Clarity in Communication (v. 4) 2. Walk/Conduct Your Life in Wisdom! (vv. 5–6)
a. In Your Doing (v. 5)
b. In Your Speech (v.6)
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Introduction
- The Lord’s promises require faith-filled actions. (vv. 1-9)
- The Lord’s providence maintains His promises. (vv. 10-61)
a. The Basis of His Providence - Steadfast Love
b. The Manner of His providence - Divine Sovereignty
c. The Response to His Providence - Worship 3. The Lord’s presents satisfy His people. (vv. 62-67)
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Introduction
Main Idea: In 1 Corinthians 12:12–27 there are at least 8 traits of Christ’s body (i.e., the church) to firmly grasp so that this local body (i.e., RSB) might increasingly reflect the truth of God’s Gospel for His glory, for our good, and for the well-being of those under our influence.
- The Body’s Composition (v. 12)
- The Body’s Unity: One Body (v. 13)
- The Body’s Diversity: Many Members (v. 14)
- The Body’s Dysfunction/Disunity? (vv. 15–20)
a. A Threat (vv. 15–17)
b. The Remedy (vv. 18–20) 5. The Body’s Function (vv. 21–24)
a. Negative (v. 21)
b. Positive (vv. 22–24) 6. The Body’s Purpose (v. 25)
a. Negative (v. 25a)
b. Positive (v. 25b) 7. The Body’s Mutuality (v. 26) 8. The Body’s “Is-ness” (v. 27)
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Main idea: Four questions will help us unwrap, behold, and more fully enjoy God’s Christmas gift of glory.
- Who is the person of God’s gift? (Luke 1:30-33, 2:10-11)
- What is the purpose of God’s gift? (Heb 2:10, Matt 1:21, Rom 3:23)
- What is the promise of God’s gift? (Luke 1:45, Col 3:5)
- What is the proof of God’s gift?
a. Proof #1: Glories Stream From Heaven Afar (Lk 2:8-14)
b. Proof #2: Radiant Beams From Thy Holy Face (Lk 9:18-36)
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- We Believe in the Eternal Word
- We Believe in the Creating Word
- We Believe in the Incarnate Word
- We Believe in the Rejected Yet Receiving Word
- We Believe in the Transforming Word
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Introduction:
- The power behind the virgin birth declared. (v. 18)
- The potential scandal of the virgin birth considered. (vv. 19-20)
- The purpose of the virgin birth revealed. (v. 21)
- The promise of the virgin birth proclaimed. (vv. 22-23, Isaiah 7)
- The promise of the virgin birth fulfilled. (vv. 24-25)
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Main Idea: As we commence the advent season and look forward to the “chaos” of another Christmas season, in today’s message we will look backward to consider 3 timeless gospel truths so that your hearts might be calibrated to worship our God, who eternally intended to send forth His Son to secure our redemption.
- A Prior Promise (Romans 1:1–6)
- A Pretemporal Plan (Ephesians 1:3–10; 3:8–11)
- A Primary Purpose (Galatians 4:4–5)
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- The Exemplary Faith of a Covenant Mother
- The Sacred Nature of Godly Grief
- The Divine Pattern of Death and Promise
- The Resurrection Hope of Eternal Inheritance
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Main idea: In Genesis 22, we see two reasons why God tests the righteous, so that we will expect and appreciate the trials that come our way.
- A test provides the opportunity for YOU to show your FAITH to God (vv.1-12, 1 Pet 1:7)
a. Will you obey? (vv.1-2)
b. Right away? (v.3a)
c. All that he says? (vv.4, 9-10)
d. No matter the cost? (vv.2, 6-8, 10) 2. A test provides the opportunity for GOD to show his FAITHFULNESS to you (vv.13-19)
a. God provides the way of escape (vv:11-14, 1 Cor 10:13)
i. Abraham relieved (vv.11-12)
ii. Isaac replaced (vv. 13-14)
iii. Christ previewed (vv.13-14)
b. God provides blessings for obedient faith (vv.15-19)
i. God’s reason for blessing (vv.16, 18)
ii. God’s promise of blessing (vv.15-16)
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A multitude of seed like stars and sand (v.17)
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A Messiah for a seed (vv.17-18, cf Gal 3:16)
iii. God’s provision for the blessing (vv. 20-24)
- A mother for the seed (vv.23, 24:7, 15)
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- The Birth of Isaac (vv. 1-7)
7 Similarities between the birth of Isaac and the birth of Jesus
a. Both were the promised seed and son. (Gen 3:15, 17:19, Gal 3:16)
b. Both had a period of delay between the promises given and their fulfillment.
(Gen 3:15, 15:3-6, Luk 2:7)
c. Both births were accompanied by a statement of God’s omnipotence
(Gen 18:14, Luke 1:37)
d. Both were given symbolic names, even before either was born. (Gen 17:19, Matt 1:21)
e. Both births occurred at an appointed time. (Gen 17:21, Gal 4:4)
f. Both births required a miracle. (Gen 18:11, Luke 1:31)
g. Both births were a matter of laughter and joy. (Gen 21:6, Luke 1:46-47, 2:10) 2. The Banishment of Ishmael (vv. 8-28)
5 Reasons for Ishmael’s Banishment
a. Ishmael’s Mocking (Gen 21:9, Gal 4:29)
b. Sarah’s Desire (Gen 21:10)
c. Ishmael’s Threat (Gen 21:10)
d. Abrahams’s Need (Gen 17:18, 22:2)
e. God’s Command (Gen 21:12) 3. The Blessing of God (vv. 19-34)
a. God provides water for Hagar and Ishmael. (vv. 15-21)
b. God provides a well for Abraham. (vv. 22-34)
c. Abraham worshiped the Lord. (v. 33)
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Introduction
- Persistent in Fear
- Protected by God
- Pardoned through Grace
- Praying for Restoration
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Main idea: From Genesis 19, we learn five lessons from Lot’s life so that by God’s mercy we will flee destruction and debauchery and not be swept away with the wicked.
- From Sodom we learn a lesson in hamartiology
a. Sin is perverse (vv. 5, 7)
b. Sin is pervasive (v. 4)
c. Sin is punished (vv. 13, 23-26) 2. From Lot we learn a lesson in hospitality
a. Hospitality Provides (vv. 1-3)
b. Hospitality Protects (vv. 4-8)
i. Stands up against evil (v. 6)
ii. Speaks up against evil (v. 7) 3. From Lot, his Sons-in-law, and his wife, we learn a lesson in holy urgency
a. When you are told to flee the coming wrath:
i. Do not laugh! (v. 14)
ii. Do not linger! (v. 16)
iii. Do not look back! (vv. 17, 26) 4. From Lot & his Daughters we learn a lesson in sobriety
a. Do not get drunk! (vv. 30-33)
b. Flee debauchery! (vv. 33, 35) 5. From God we learn a lesson in justice and mercy
a. He justly destroys the wicked (vv. 13, 23-25)
b. He mercifully delivers the righteous (vv. 16, 29)
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- Understanding the Nature of Our Struggle
- Our Call to Engagement
- The Model of the Apostles
- Navigating Culture Wisely
- Living Honorably Among Unbelievers
- Maintaining an Eternal Perspective
- The Assurance of Ultimate Victory
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Introduction.
Main Idea: In Genesis 18 we see two inescapable truths, that God is both great and good. In light of these truths, we are called to trust him, and we demonstrate that trust through prayer, praise, thanksgiving and service.
- A Divine Representation (vv. 1-2a)
- A Hospitable Response (vv. 2b-8)
- A Timely Reminder (vv. 9-10a)
- A Doubtful Reaction (vv. 10b-15)
- A Gracious Revelation (vv. 16-21)
- A Question Raised (vv. 22-33)
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Introduction:
Main Idea: In Genesis 17, there are at least 9 acts of God that reveal His character so that you might rest in, rejoice over, and rightly respond to God and His promises!
- God Reappears in Power (v. 1b)
- God Requires Obedience (v. 1c)
- God Rewards Obedience (v. 2)
- God Receives Reverence (v. 3a)
- God Reminds His People/Refreshes His Promises (vv. 3b–8)
- God Reveals the Sign of the Covenant (vv. 9–14)
- God Resolves Apparent Dilemmas (vv. 15–19)
- God Responds to Prayer and Reiterates His Plans (vv. 20–22)
- God Reinvigorates Faith (vv. 23–27)
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Main point: In Genesis 16 we see the importance of faith in God’s promises by negative and positive examples, so we would be encouraged to trust God to fulfill His promises and be warned against trying to achieve by human effort what can only be received by God’s grace.
- Sarai’s Failure of Faith: Discordant Discontentment
- Abram’s Failure of Faith: Adamic Abdication
- Hagar’s Gift of Faith: God’s Grace
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- God's Promise of Protection
- God's Pledge of Posterity
- God's Provision of Property
- God's Covenant Confirmed
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Main idea: In Genesis 14, we see that just because you’re blessed by God doesn’t mean you won’t have trials and temptations. You will have them. Your job is threefold: fear not, fight, and focus on Him so that you will be a blessing to others and give them another great reason to bless God.
- Just because you’re blessed doesn’t mean you won’t be tempted to fear man. So fear not! (vv. 1-12)
a. Volatility (vv. 1-7)
b. Violence (vv. 8-11) 2. Just because you’re blessed doesn’t mean you won’t be tempted to flee responsibility. So fight!
a. Kinsman avenger (vv. 13-16) 3. Just because you’re blessed doesn’t mean you won’t be tempted to forget God. Keep the focus on Him! (vv. 17-24)
a. Victory
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Main Idea: In Genesis 13, we see 3 displays of God’s faithfulness in human history so that we too might “build an altar to the Lord” amidst our experiences.
- God’s Faithfulness in Redirection and Riches (vv. 1–7)
- God’s Faithfulness in Reason and Responses (vv. 8–13)
- God’s Faithfulness in Revelation and Reminders (vv. 14–18)
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- God’s Calling of Abram (vv 11:27 – 12:1)
- God’s Promises to Abram (vv. 12:2-3)
- Abram’s Response in Faith (vv. 12:4-9)
- Abram’s Lapse of Faith (vv. 12:10-15)
- God’s Faithfulness to Abram. (vv. 12:16-20)
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- Depravity Depicted (vv. 1-3)
- Devourers Denounced (vv. 4-6)
- Deliverance from Zion (v. 7)
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Main idea: In Psalm 143, we see a simple strategy for suffering so that as God’s servants we will know how to entrust our soul to God and seek his deliverance, guidance, and glory.
- Plead (vv. 1-4)
a. What you should plead (v. 1)
b. How you should plead
i. On the basis of his character (v. 1)
ii. With brokenness and contrition (v. 2)
iii. On behalf of your condition (vv. 3-4) 2. Ponder (v. 5) 3. Pray (vv. 6-10)
a. The posture (v. 6)
b. The petitions (vv.7-10)
i. Deliver me! (vv. 7, 9)
ii. Lead me! (vv. 8, 10)
c. The persuasion (vv.7 , 8, 9, 10) 4. Predict (vv. 10-12)
a. You will …
i. Lead me (v. 10)
ii. Deliver me (v. 11)
iii. Destroy my adversaries (v. 12)
b. Why such confidence?
i. Because I am your servant
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Introduction
Main Idea: 1 Peter 5:1–5 reveals four details regarding effective pastoral ministry so that all within the Church might joyfully function amidst suffering as they await the return of the Chief Shepherd, Jesus Christ.
- The Appeal for Pastoring Effectively (v. 1)
- The Methodology for Pastoring Effectively (vv. 2–3)
- The Reward for Pastoring Effectively (v. 4)
- The Context for Pastoring Effectively (v. 5)
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- Desperate Plea (v. 1)
- Depraved Enemies (vv. 2-11)
- Divine Rescue (vv. 12-15)
- Devout Confidence (vv. 16-18)
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Main idea: Even when our enemies sprout like grass, there are two works of God that should make us exceedingly glad and fully convinced that it is good to thank God, praise God, and proclaim his glorious character.
Intro Question #1: What does he say is good? (vv.1-3)
- To give thanks
- To sing praises
- To declare
a. His steadfast love in the morning
b. His faithfulness by night
c. With instruments!
Intro Question #2: Why does he say these actions are good? (v.4)
Intro Question #3: What great works of God should make us glad? (vv.5-6)
- God will see to it that the wicked perish (vv.7-9)
a. Their comparison to grass (v.7)
b. Their conflict with God (vv.8-9) 2. God will see to it that the righteous flourish (vv.10-15)
a. The assurance of victory (vv.10-11)
b. The assurance of vitality (vv.12-14)
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Their comparison to trees (vv.12-14)
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Their confession about God (v.15)
Sermon Notes:
Introduction
Main Idea: Psalm 63 presents 3 necessary keys for you to be a God-centered stranger in this world, especially in the worst of times.
- A Desire for God: Are You Desiring God? Desire God! (vv. 1–4)
- A Satisfaction in God: Will You Be Satisfied in God? Be Satisfied in God! (vv. 5–8)
- A Trust of God: Do You Trust God? Trust God! (vv. 9–11)
Sermon Notes:
- Persecution: The Plight of the Psalmist (vv. 1-2)
- Purity: The Proclamation of Innocence (vv. 3-5)
- Providence: The Power of Divine Justice (vv. 6-13)
- Peril: The Pitfall of Wickedness (vv. 14-16)
- Praise: Trust in the Righteous Lord. (v. 17)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: Psalm 37 delineates between the righteous and the wicked so that the righteous might stand firm and continue to pursue the LORD. (This text is outlined in 4 steps that the righteous must consider and apply when the apparent prosperity of the wicked tempts the righteous toward waywardness.)
- Dos and Don’ts for the Righteous (vv. 1–8)
- Reasons Why for the Righteous (vv. 9–26)
- Summary Statements for the Righteous (vv. 27–38)
- Climatic Conclusion for the Righteous (vv. 39–40)
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Main Idea: Psalm 49 calls us to take three actions so that we will not fear when we see the wicked prosper.
- Listen to the Psalmist’s Invitation (vv. 1-4)
a. The Proclamation (vv. 1-2)
b. The Promise (vv. 3-4) 2. Learn from the Psalmist’s Contemplation (vv. 5-15)
a. Think about his riddle (vv. 5-6)
b. Look how he resolves it (vv. 7-15)
i. What he knows about them (vv. 7-14)
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Their death is inevitable
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Their wealth is inadequate
a. It can’t redeem!
b. It won’t remain!
- Their honor is momentary
ii. What he knows about himself (vv. 14-15)
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My resurrection is inevitable
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My honor is eternal
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My God is able
- Live out the Psalmist’s Application. (vv. 16-20)
a. Do not fear! (v. 16)
i. Their death is inevitable (v. 17, 19)
ii. Their wealth is inadequate (v. 17)
iii. Their honor is momentary (vv. 16, 18-20)
Sermon Notes:
Part 1 – Lord, heal my body and my soul
- v. 1
- v. 2
- v. 3
- v. 4
- v. 5
- v. 6
- v. 7
Part 2 – The Lord has heard my plea and accepts my prayer
- v. 8
- v. 9
- v. 10
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: In a time of desperate need, David cries out to the Lord to be delivered from evil and praises God when his prayers are heard.
- David’s Cry to God (vv. 1-2)
- David’s Call to Prayer (vv. 3-5)
- David’s Call to Praise (vv. 6-9)
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Main idea: In Psalm 56, we see three fear-conquering acts of faith so that we will overcome overwhelming trials by trusting the Lord.
- Cast your burden
a. Cry for grace (v.1)
b. Call for justice (vv.1-2, 5-7, 9) 2. Consider your God
a. His justice (vv.7, 9)
b. His mercy (vv.8-9)
c. His favor (v.9)
d. His power (vv.4, 11, 13) 3. Commit your way
a. When do I commit my way? (vv.3-4)
b. To whom do I commit my way? (vv.3-4, 10-11)
c. How do I commit my way? (vv. 3-4, 10-11)
d. What am I committing? (vv.4, 11-13)
Sermon Notes:
INTRODUCTION:
MAIN IDEA: Genesis 11:10–26 continues to trace and begins to reveal the narrowing path of God’s redemptive plan through the seed of the woman so that we might worship Him for who He is and what He has done.
- The Genealogy’s Information
- The Genealogy’s Details
- The Genealogy’s Purpose
Sermon Notes:
- Unity of Language
- Unity of Dwelling
- Unity of Purpose
- Unity of Rebellion
- Unity of Response
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Main idea: In Genesis 10:1-32 we see the origins of the nations of the world so that we will better understand our ourselves, our world, and our God.
- The Nations that came from Japheth (vv. 2-5)
- The Nations that came from Ham (vv. 6-20)
- The Nations that came from Shem (vv. 21-32)
Graphics referenced in this sermon:
- Table of Nations graph (1) Holman Bible Atlas
- Human mitochondrial DNA tree (Figure 12) in Jeanson, Nathaniel. “Mitochondrial DNA Clocks Imply Linear Speciation Rates Within “Kinds” Answers Research Journal 8 (2015): 273–304.
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: Genesis 9:18–29 reveals the remaining need for a new beginning in seven steps so that we might understand and anticipate God’s faithfulness.
- A New Scene (vv. 18–19)
- A New Vocation (v. 20)
- A New Nakedness (v. 21)
- A New Dishonoring (vv. 22)
- A New Honoring (v. 23)
- A New Trajectory (vv. 24–27)
- An Old Reminder (vv. 28–29)
Sermon Notes:
- The Breadth of the Covenant: How Wide?
- The Duration of the Covenant: How Long?
- The Depth of the Covenant: How Deep?
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Main idea: In Genesis 8:20-9:7 we see what life after the flood looks like so that we will praise God for his good gifts and do the good work of producing and protecting life.
- SOME THINGS OLD:
a. Worship is still the priority. (v. 8:20)
b. Depravity is still the problem (v. 8:21)
c. Multiplication is still the plan (vv. 9:1, 7)
d. Man’s life is still precious (v. 9:6) 2. SOME THINGS NEW:
a. New Promises (vv. 8:21-22)
i. He will never curse the ground again. (v. 8:21)
ii. He will never strike down all the living again (v. 8:21)
iii. He will never cause seasons to cease again until the end (v. 8:22)
b. New Provisions (vv. 9:2-7)
i. Fear upon creatures (v. 9:2)
ii. Food for mankind. (vv. 9:3-4)
iii. Full reckoning for bloodshed. (vv. 9:5-7) 3. SOME THINGS FOR US TO DO:
a. Praise God
b. Produce Life
c. Protect Life
Sermon Notes:
MAIN IDEA: 2 Peter 1:1–11 answers four questions about Christian participation in the divine nature so that you might strive for holiness.
- What position must you be in to partake of the divine nature? (vv. 1–2)
- How are you able to partake of the divine nature? (v. 3)
- What sense are you able to partake of the divine nature? (v. 4)
- What are the results of partaking of the divine nature? (vv. 5–11)
Sermon Notes:
Main idea: In Genesis 7, we see two inescapable conclusions about God so that by faith in him, we will be righteous and fearless heralds of the gospel in an evil generation.
- God knows how to rescue the righteous
a. God sees (7:1b, 5, Heb 11:7)
b. God speaks (7:1-4)
c. God sends (7:6-12)
d. God saves (7:13-17, 23, 1 Pet. 3:20, 2 Pet 2:5)
e. Application #1: Faith and righteousness are rewarded
i. To the Non-believer – believe and be saved! Enter the ark!
ii. To the Believer – be assured your salvation! Be a fearless herald! 2. God knows how to repay the wicked
a. God sees (7:1b)
b. God speaks (7:1a, 2 Pet. 2:5)
c. God sends (7:17-23, 2 Pet 2:5, 9)
i. How long? (v.17, 24, 8:3)
ii. How deep? (v. 17, 18, 19)
iii. How wide? (v. 19)
iv. How deadly? (v.21-23)
d. Application #1: Justice is satisfied – a relief for the righteous
e. Application #2: Sinners are judged – a warning to the wicked
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MAIN IDEA: In our time through the Scripture this morning, we will focus on four features of obedience that stem from Christ’s resurrection, so that you might be encouraged and energized in the Christian’s resurrection life of obedience.
- The Position of Obedience (background)
- The Presupposition of Obedience (v. 29)
- The Propositions of Obedience. (vv. 30–31)
- The Power of Obedience (v. 32)
Sermon Notes:
- The day of Christ’s crucifixion is a grievous day…
a) …because of the man on the cross.
i. The promised seed (Gen. 3:15; 2 Samuel 7:12-16; Is. 9:6-7; Matt. 1:1; Rom. 5:12-21)
ii. God incarnate (Is. 9:6; Ez. 34:15, 23; John 1:1-5, 9-18; Phil. 2:1-11; Col. 2:9; Rev. 1:17-18)
b) …because of the sin He bore (Is. 53:1-9; Rom. 6:23; 2 Cor. 5:21; 1 Pet. 2:24) 2. The day of Christ’s crucifixion is a good day…
a) …because the Father is pleased (Is. 53:10; Acts 2:23)
b) …because the Son rejoices (Is. 52:13, 53:11-12; John 10:11, 17-18; Heb. 12:2; Cf. John 4:34, 10:30)
c) …because God’s people are saved (Is. 53:5-6, 10-12; Matt. 1:21; Rom. 3:23-26, 8:1; Titus 2:11-14; Heb. 1:3, 10:1-18; Rev. 5:9-10)
d) …because the sheep are eternally shepherded (John 10:27-30; Rom. 5:9-10, 8:1, 31-39; Hebrews 12:5-11; 1 John 2:1-2, 3:1-3; Jude 24-25; Rev. 7:9-17, 21:1-8, 22:1-5)
e) …because of Sunday (1 Cor. 15:1-22)
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Main idea: Mark 11:1-25 raises for us the two most important questions of our lives so that we might be God’s people of prayer who praise and proclaim Jesus as the coming King.
- Who do you think Jesus is?
a. The Old Testament promised the Messiah
b. The Gospel presents Jesus as that Messiah (Mark chs 1-10, 11:1-7)
c. The Disciples proclaimed Jesus as that Messiah. (vv. 8-10)
d. The leaders of Israel opposed Jesus as that Messiah (v. 18) 2. Who does Jesus think you are?
a. Jesus examines the temple (vv. 11, 15-19)
b. Jesus examines the tree (vv. 12-14, 20-21)
c. Jesus examines you, and examines me (vv.22-25)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: Genesis 6:9–22 reveals at least five truths in God’s plan to simultaneously display His justice and manifest His grace according to His promise so that we might rely on, walk with, wait for, rest in, and rejoice over the God of promise.
- God Delights in His People (vv. 9–10)
- God Destroys the Wicked (vv. 11–13)
- God Directs His People Amidst Wickedness (vv. 14–17)
- God Determines and Delivers (vv. 18–21)
- God’s People Delight in Him (v. 22)
Sermon Notes:
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3 Reasons to Declare “Worthy is the Lamb”
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He has conquered by his sacrificial death.
- He is exalted to the right hand of God the Father.
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He is building his church from every tribe, language, people, and nation.
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3 Things that Christ Accomplished for the Redeemed
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He ransomed them by his blood for God.
- He made them a kingdom and priests to God.
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He ransomed them from every tribe and language and people and nation.
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John’s vision in light of Daniel 7
- John’s vision in light of Genesis 10
- Implications of “every language” for gospel ministry
- How do we live in light of these truths?
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Main idea: In Genesis 5, we see five life orienting facts about our world so that we will walk with God and live with our neighbors in unity, humility, and hope.
- We share the same family pedigree
- We share the same family past
- We share the same family purpose
- We share the same family problem
- We share the same family promise
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Introduction.
Main Idea: Genesis 4:17–26 serves as a microcosm of the divided human race by displaying characteristic actions of the godless and then the godly.
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- The Godless…
a. Receive God’s Gifts without Thanking Him (v. 17a)
b. Build for Their Name’s Sake (vv. 17b–18)
c. Disregard God’s Design (v. 19)
d. Exploit Common Grace (vv. 20–22)
e. Boast of Their Sin (v. 23)
f. Make Demands (v. 24) 2. The Godly…
a. Trust God and His Word/Promises (v. 25)
b. Call Upon God (v. 26)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: In Genesis 4:1-8, we see three basic instructions for our lives so that we will please God and do good outside the garden.
- Keep your hope strong (vv.1-2)
- Keep your heart soft (vv. 3-8)
a. Worship with integrity (vv.3-5)
b. Listen responsively (v.6)
c. Subdue sin intentionally (vv. 6-8) 3. Keep your head straight (v. 8)
a. Endure enmity
b. Be prepared to die
c. Be prepared to rise
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Main Idea: Genesis 3:15–21 reveals God’s grace amidst sin in at least 5 ways so that you might turn to Him amidst your sin.
- God’s Gracious Promise (v. 15)
- God’s Gracious Instruction (v. 16)
- God’s Gracious Curse (vv. 17–19)
- God’s Gracious Fulfillment. (v. 20)
- God’s Gracious Clothing (v. 21)
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Main idea: In Genesis 3:6-8, the fall of Adam and Eve reminds us of two foundational realities about sin so that we will take responsibility for our sin and run to God for mercy and grace.
- We are responsible for our sins, not God (vv. 6-7)
- We are accountable for our sins to God (v. 8)
Sermon Notes:
INTRODUCTION: (1 Thessalonians 5:23–24)
MAIN IDEA: This sermon provides 3 pursuits to achieve so that we might practically maximize God’s certain goal of sanctification in our lives in the new year and every year.
OUTLINE:
- Aim Well (2 Corinthians 5:9–10)
- Think Well (Philippians 4:8)
- Be Well (2 Timothy 2:24–26)
Sermon Notes:
- The Chasm too Great
- The Christmas Gift of Grace
- The Christ in the Flesh
- The Closeness of God
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Main idea: In Isaiah 11:1-10, we see who the hope of the ages is and what he will bring so that our hearts may overflow with joy and hope this advent season in the gift of Jesus Christ.
- Who is coming?
a. One who is the Promised King (vv. 11:1, 9:7)
b. One who is the Offspring of Jesse (v.1)
c. One who is uniquely anointed by the Holy Spirit (vv. 2-3) 2. What will he bring?
a. He will bring justice (vv. 3-5)
b. He will bring peace (vv. 6-9)
c. He will bring worldwide knowledge of the LORD (v. 10) 3. If Jesus is Messiah and he came, where is worldwide justice, peace, and knowledge of God?
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: The Holy Scriptures teach that Christ alone is the hope for our nation, any nation, and all nations for all ages; therefore, behold Him as such and rejoice over His advents in this Christmas season.
- Trouble in Paradise and Beyond (Genesis 1–11)
- Hope for “All” from the Beginning (Genesis 12–50)
- Hope for “All” in the End (Galatians 3:13–18; Revelation 21:1–8, 22–27; 22:1–5)
Sermon Notes:
- A Deep Darkness (v. 9:2)
- The Dawn of Light (v. 9:2b)
- The Delight of the Nation (vv. 9:3-5)
- A Divine Son (v. 9:6)
- His Dominion Eternal (v. 9:7)
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Main idea: If we are ignorant of the serpent and his schemes we will be easily outwitted, deceived and led astray from pure devotion to Christ.
- Don’t be Ignorant of the Serpent
a. The Serpent’s Presence (v. 1)
b. The Serpent’s Power (v.1)
c. The Serpent’s Posture (vv. 1-5) 2. Don’t be Ignorant of His Schemes
a. Distorts the word of God to raise doubt (v. 1)
b. Denies the word of God to relieve fear (v. 4)
c. Deceives the people of God to maximize appeal (v. 5)
Sermon Notes:
INTRODUCTION:
MAIN IDEA:
In Genesis 2:18–25, we observe 5 markers of God’s help to man in marriage so that we might truly enjoy God’s precious gift of marriage unto His glory, for our good, and for the benefit of those under our influence.
OUTLINE:
- God’s Plan of Help (v. 18)
- God’s Path to Help (vv. 19–20)
- God’s Provision of Help (vv. 21–23)
- God’s Pattern of Help. (v. 24)
- God’s Product of Help. (v. 25)
Sermon Notes:
- A Walk Through the Book of Job
- Four Encouragements Toward Humility based on the Book of Job
Sermon Notes:
- God’s Provision (vv. 8-14)
- God’s Purpose (v. 15)
- God’s Prohibition (vv. 16-17)
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Defense for the historical accuracy of Genesis 2:4-7. History, myth, or mytho-history?
- Inconsistencies?
- "Fantastical" elements?
Purpose statement: Genesis 2:4-7 introduces the story of humanity so that we might better understand the manner in and purpose for which the LORD God fashioned us, as well as our role in His world, that we might have great and humble adoration for our God.
- Man is fashioned to be a cultivator.
- Man is fashioned to be a living creature.
- Man is fashioned to be a recipient.
a. We receive life.
b. We receive revelation.
c. We receive grace.
Sermon Notes:
Main idea: In Genesis 2:1-3, we see two proofs that God is the God of rest so that we will seek to enter and enjoy His rest.
- He is the God who rests
- He is the God who gives rest
a. To Creation
b. To Israel through Moses, Joshua, David
c. To Israel and the Nations through Jesus the Messiah
Addendum: Are Christians required to keep the Sabbath? Three main views:
- The Sabbath is Saturday and Christians must keep it.
- The Sabbath was Saturday but the concept of Sabbath has been transferred to Sunday, the Lord’s day and Christians must keep it.
- The Sabbath is Saturday and Christians may keep it if they want to. And it is appropriate to gather to worship on the Lord’s Day.
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: In Genesis 1:24–31, we find three stages of creation’s day six that invite us, and necessitate us, to stand in awe and worship God, the Creator.
- The Commencement of Day 6: Cattle, Creepers, & Creatures (vv. 24–25)
- The Climax of Day 6: Creation of Man in God’s Image (vv. 26–28)
- The Completion of Day 6: Divine Providence and Approval. (vv. 29–31)
Sermon Notes:
Main idea: The fourth day of creation helps us answer three important questions about the sun, moon, and stars so that when we look at them, we will see, think, and do, what God wants us to.
- What does God want you to see?
a. His Handiwork
i. Things that have a creator (v.14)
ii. Things that have a location (v.14)
iii. Things that have a purpose (v.14-18)
1) To shine
2) To separate
3) To sign
iv. Things that have a birthday (v.19) 2. What does God want you to think?
a. About the goodness of his creation (v.18)
b. About the greatness of his power (v.16)
c. About the glory of his promises (Jer 31:35, 33:19, Mal 4:2) 3. What does God want you to do?
a. Thank him (Rom 1:21)
b. Praise him (Rom 1:25)
c. Shine for him (Phil 2:14)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: Genesis 1:9–13 emphasizes at least two of God’s attributes in creation so that you might be in awe of who God is and what He has done.
- God’s Wisdom in Variety (vv. 9–10)
- God’s Providence in Reproduction (vv. 11–13)
Sermon Notes:
- Who made the Heavens?
- How did He make the Heavens?
- Why did He make the Heavens?
Sermon Notes:
Introduction
Main Idea: In the final words of the letter to the Ephesians, Paul demonstrates two exemplary virtues for those who love the Lord Jesus Christ incorruptibly.
- Convey Christian Care (vv. 21–22)
- Bestow Beautiful Blessings (vv. 23–24)
Sermon Notes:
Main idea: In Ephesians 6:10-20, we see three activities every believer must be continually engaged in so that we will be strengthened by the Lord and stand firm against the schemes of the devil.
- Stay Suited in the Armor of God
a. Because Satan undermines the truth
b. Because Satan undermines righteousness
c. Because Satan undermines readiness
d. Because Satan undermines faith
e. Because Satan undermines salvation
f. Because Satan undermines the word of God
2. Stay Praying in the Spirit of God
a. Because Satan undermines prayer 3. Stay Proclaiming the Son of God
a. Because Satan undermines proclamation
Sermon Notes:
Introduction
- The Slave’s Responsibility (vv. 5-8)
a. Obey with the right attitude.
b. Obey with the right commitment.
c. Obey the right Master.
d. Obey for the right reward. 2. The Master’s Responsibility (v. 9)
a. Obey your Master, showing dignity.
b. Obey your Master, with the right motivation.
Sermon Notes:
- The Children’s Responsibility (vv. 1-3)
- The Father’s Responsibility (v. 4)
Sermon Notes:
- The Foundation of Marriage – Leaving and Cleaving (v. 31)
- The Mystery of Marriage – Christ and the Church (v. 32)
- The Duties in Marriage – Love and Respect (v. 33)
Sermon Notes:
Introduction
- What is a husband? (v. 25a)
- What is a husband’s mission? (v. 25b)
- How is the husband to accomplish his mission? (vv. 25c-26)
- What is the result of accomplishing his mission? (vv. 27-30)
Sermon Notes:
- Run with endurance
- Look to Jesus
- Consider his suffering
- Rejoice in discipline
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Main idea: In Matthew 28, we have various testimonies collected for us and stitched together into a running narrative that provide for us three compelling reasons for rejoicing in the risen Jesus Christ, even though we’ve never seen him.
- Jesus really died.
a) The Women’s testimony
b) The Angel’s testimony
c) His Enemies’ testimony
d) Jesus’ testimony - Jesus really rose.
a) The Angel’s testimony
b) Jesus’ testimony
c) The Women’s testimony
d) His Enemies’ testimony
e) His Disciples’ testimony - Jesus really saves.
a) Jesus’ testimony
Sermon Notes:
Introduction
Main Idea: We are to properly praise and live for Jesus because He is the Messianic King who comes in the name of the Lord.
- Preparation of the Humble King (vv. 1-5)
- Procession of and Praise to the Humble King (vv. 6-9)
- People’s Response to the Humble King (vv. 10-11)
Sermon Notes:
Introduction
Main Idea: Ephesians 5:15–21 presents 3 charges for you to walk in wisdom, which is for God’s glory, for your good, and for the well-being of those under your influence.
- Pay Attention to your Walk (vv. 15–16)
- Understand God’s Will (v. 17)
- Be Filled with God’s Spirit (vv. 18–21)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: Paul encourages believers to live out their identity in Christ and reject their past dark lives.
- Our Desperate Condition (v. 8a)
- Our Glorious Transformation (v. 8b)
- Our Productive Orientation (v. 8c-10)
- Our Mission of Illumination (v. 11-13)
- Our Gospel — Resurrection! (v. 14)
Sermon Notes:
- What we are to do.
a. Imitate God (v. 1)
b. Walk in Love (v.. 2) - What we are not to do.
a. Live Immorally (v.. 3)
b. Speak Dishonorably (v. 4) - Why we should not do them.
a. No Inheritance (v. 5)
b. The Wrath of God (vv. 6-7)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: In Ephesians 4:25-32, we see five roles that show us very practically how to live our new life as followers of Christ so that we will walk like God in true righteousness and holiness.
- Live as members (v. 25)
- Live as soldiers (vv. 26-27)
- Live as providers (v. 28)
- Live as builders (vv. 29-30)
- Live as peacemakers (vv. 31-32)
Sermon Notes:
Introduction
- Negative Learning (v. 20)
- Positive Learning (vv. 21–24)
a. Active Learning (v. 21a)
b. Passive Learning (v. 21b)
c. Objective Learning (v. 21c)
d. Transformative Learning (vv. 22–24)
i. Put Off (v. 22)
ii. Be Renewed (v. 23)
iii. Put On (v. 24)
Sermon Notes:
- The Command in the Lord (v. 17a)
- The Course of the Lost (v. 17b).
- The Condition of the Lost (v. 18)
- The Conduct of the Lost (v. 19)
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Main idea: In Ephesians 4:11-16, we see the nature and purpose of spiritual gifts so we may effectively and joyfully labor for the maturity of the body of Christ.
- The Nature of the Gifts (v.11)
- The Purpose of the Gifts (v.12)
- The Result of the Gifts (v. 13)
- The Goal of the Gifts (vv. 14-16)
Sermon Notes:
Main idea: In Ephesians 4:7-10, we see the proper context for understanding spiritual gifts so that we will labor in humility and unity for the maturity of the body of Christ.
- Who gives these gifts? (v.7)
- How are these gifts given? (v.7)
- Why is he the one who gives these gifts? (vv.8-10)
a) Because he ascended
b) Because he descended
Sermon Notes:
- The Plea to Walk Worthily (v. 1)
- The Way to Walk Worthily (vv. 2-3)
- The Reasons to Walk Worthily (vv. 5-6)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: Ephesians 3:20–21 shows us two proper responses of praise to the reality and revelation of God’s Gospel.
- Acknowledge God’s Power (v. 20)
- Ascribe Glory to God (v. 21)
Sermon Notes:
Purpose of the Sermon: To be encouraged by Paul’s preparation and petition in prayer so that we may go before the throne of God for our church to be strengthened and know the fullness of God.
- Paul’s Preparation for Prayer (3:14-15)
- Paul’s Petition in Prayer (3:16-19)
Sermon Notes:
- The Manifold Wisdom of God is Displayed Through Christ (v. 8)
- The Manifold Wisdom of God is Displayed Through the Church (vv. 9-10)
- The Manifold Wisdom of God is Displayed Through Prayer (vv. 11-12)
- The Manifold Wisdom of God is Displayed Through Suffering (vv. 13)
Sermon Notes:
Main idea: In Ephesians 3:1-7, we see three truths about gospel ministry that must be remembered so that we will be grateful for this ministry and zealous to fulfill it this year.
- Remember how this ministry came to you
a. Through suffering (v. 1)
b. By the grace of God (vv. 2-5, 7a)
c. By the power of God (v. 7) 2. Remember what this ministry did for you (v.6)
a. Fellow heirs of the same kingdom
b. Fellow members of the same body
c. Fellow partakers of the same promise 3. Remember why this ministry came to you
a. For the sake of others (vv. 1, 2, 8)
Sermon Notes:
- The Divine Conception (vv. 18-20)
- The Divine Consolation (v. 22)
- The Divine Mission (v. 21)
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: In 2 Corinthians 8:9, we see how rich the gift of the Incarnate Son is — so that we will be deeply grateful and richly generous to others.
- Christ’s Riches
- Our Poverty
- Christ’s Poverty
- Our Riches
Sermon Notes:
Main Idea: Galatians 4:4–5 teaches that God’s Son came to redeem sinners and make them adopted sons of God, so that Christians may no longer live as slaves of the world, but as heirs of their Father.
- The Timing of the Son’s Coming (v. 4a)
- The Nature of the Son’s Coming (v. 4b)
- The Purpose of the Son’s Coming (v. 5a)
- The Result of the Son’s Coming (v. 5b)
Sermon Notes:
- The Condescension of the Son of Man
- The Service of the Son of Man
- The Ransom of the Son of Man
Pastor Kenny Kauffman introduces the book of Ephesians and preaches on Ephesians 1:1-2.
Pastor Kenny Kauffman preaches on the topic of God the Son Incarnate, The Virgin Conception and Virgin Birth.
Pastor Geoff Alfassa preaches on the topic of God the Son Incarnate, The Hypostatic Union.
Pastor Kevin Bryan preaches the third of a 4 part series on The Family - Wives/Mothers.
Pastor Kenny Kauffman preaches the second of a 4 part series on The Family - Husbands/Fathers.
Sermon Notes
- The Blessing of Forgiveness (Vs. 1-2)
- The Weight of Guilt (Vs. 3-4)
- The Urgency of Confession (Vs. 6)
- The Response of David (Vs. 7)
- The Instruction of God (Vs. 8-9)
- The Conclusion of David (Vs. 10-11)
Sermon Notes
Proposition: In Psalm 24 there are 3 distinct viewpoints that display the LORD as the transcendent, yet immanent, Creator as well as the coming King of Glory who will dwell in and reign from Jerusalem so that you might be continually encouraged by that reality.
- YHWH’s Property Proclaimed (vv. 1-2)
- Prerequisites to be in the Presence of YHWH (vv. 3-6)
- YHWH’s Future Presence in His Holy Place (vv. 7-10)
Sermon Notes
- Pause your soul (vv. 1-2)
a. What do you mean pause? (v. 1)
b. Who do I pause for? (v. 1)
c. Why should I pause? (v. 2)
2. Protest your suffering (vv. 3-4)
a. Protest the Violent Persons (v. 3)
b. Protest their Violent Plans (v. 4a)
c. Protest their Violent Practices (v. 4c-d)
3. Preach your Savior (vv. 5-8)
a. To yourself (vv. 5-7):
i. Hope in the LORD. (vv. 5-7)
b. To others (vv. 8-11)
i. Trust in the LORD (v. 8)
ii. Trust not in people (v. 9)
iii. Trust not in plunder (v. 10)
iv. Trust not in prosperity (v. 10b)
v. Trust in the God of Power (v. 11a)
c. To God (v. 11b-12)
i. Trust in the God of Loving-Faithfulness (v. 11a)
ii. Trust in the God of Justice and Peace (v. 12b)
Sermon Notes
SCENE 1: Blessings at the Gate – A Husband (vv. 1-12)
SCENE 2: Family Blessings – A Son (vv. 13-17)
SCENE 3: Future Family Blessings – A Royal Lineage (vv. 18-22)
Sermon Notes
Main idea: In Ruth chapter 3 we see three ways to seek God and the sweet blessings He bestows in the midst of bitter, uncertain, and difficult times.
- Walk ____________ (vv. 1-5)
- Live ____________ (vv. 6-15)
- ____________ patiently (vv. 16-18)
Sermon Notes
- The Love and Resolve of Ruth (vv. 1-3, 11, 17)
- The Character and Kindness of Boaz (vv. 1, 4-16)
- The Renovation and Reaction of Naomi (vv. 18-23)
Sermon Notes
- An Empty Bread Basket (vv. 1-2)
- A Woman Bereaved (vv. 3-5)
- Almighty God Blesses (vv. 6-18)
- A Bitter Heart (vv. 19-21)
- A Reason for Hope (v. 22)
Sermon Notes
Proposition: In our text Paul gives 4 details concerning Gospel strength in an explosion of praise!
- The One who Strengthens (v. 25a)
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The Means of God’s Strengthening (vv. 25b–26b)
- according… (v. 25b)
- according… (vv. 25c–26a)
- according… (v. 26b)
- The Purpose of God’s Strengthening (v. 26c)
- The Result of God’s Strengthening (v. 27)
Sermon Notes
- In Love, Paul warns the Church of false teachers. (vv. 17-19)
- In Love, Paul reminds the Church of God’s ultimate victory. (v. 20)
- In Love, Paul communicates the Church’s deep affection. (vv. 21-23)
Sermon Notes
Proposition – In Romans 16:1-16, we see four defining features of fruitful partnership in the gospel that we might cultivate them in our own lives and together bear much fruit for the glory of God.
- Diverse Unity
- Familial Affection
- Persistent Effort
- Sacrificial Service
Sermon Notes
- The Resurrection (vv. 1-18)
- The Appearing (vv. 19-23)
- The Confession (vv. 24-29)
- The Cure (vv. 30-31)
Sermon Notes
Proposition: This evening, from this text, I plan to biblically, theologically, and succinctly answer the question, “What happened on that cross?”
- Jesus Christ was rejected by sinners, for sinners (v. 3)
- Jesus Christ was substituted for sinners (v. 4)
- Jesus Christ was credited with the sin of sinners (vv. 5-6)
- Jesus Christ was humbled for sinners (v. 7)
- Jesus Christ was sacrificed for sinners (v. 10)